Monday, June 14, 2010

Michigan Obituaries 06/14/2010


 


 

Anthonette "Nettie" Curtice *

87, of Lansing, retired caterer, died Thursday. Services 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Therese Catholic Church, Lansing. Arrangements by Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Delta Chapel.


 


 

Beatrice "Helen" Decker *

83, of Nashville, died Saturday. Services 11 a.m. Tuesday at Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. 


 


 

Beverley J. McKenzie

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CHARLENE FILGO

Monday, June 14, 2010 5:48 AM 

FILGO, CHARLENE; age 63; June 11, 2010. Mother, daughter, sister, and nurse. Dear mother of Scott Alan (Michael Lance), Patrick Richard (Nicole) and Sandra Elizabeth; friend of Beth Becker and Jane Kuzak.


 


 

CHUNG S. "JEANNIE" BULICH

Monday, June 14, 2010 5:48 AM 

BULICH, CHUNG S. "JEANNIE"; age 61; of Rochester; June 10, 2010. 


 


 

Ceslawa Rosenbusch

Monday, June 14, 2010 12:30 AM 

Ceslawa Rosenbusch Ceslawa "Jean" Rosenbusch, age 83, passed away, June 11, 2010. Beloved wife of the late Warren. Loving mother of Vickie (Thomas Poremba) Rosenbusch, Michael (Paula) Rosenbusch, & Barbara (Keith Ribant) Rosenbusch. Proud grandmother of Michael Jr., Richard, Karen, Vickie Ann, James, Kyle, Adam, Christopher & Earl. Also survived by family in Poland. Visitation Tuesday 3-9 p.m. with 7 p.m. Rosary. Funeral Wednesday 10 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile. In lieu of flowers donations are welcome to the Alzheimer's Association. Interment Forestlawn Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their online guestbook @ WujekCalcaterra.com


 


 

Dallas D. Herman

Monday, June 14, 2010 12:06 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Dallas D. Herman, age 41, of Union City, passed away Saturday, June 12, 2010 at Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo after a short illness. He is survived by his parents Norris and Nealie (Norton) Herman of Union City, sister Georgianna M. Herman of Union City and brothers David R. Herman of Sherwood and Donald J. Herman of Burlington. He was preceded in death by brother Darwin G. Herman in 2003. Also surviving are daughter Heather of Wisconsin, son Devin of Coldwater, two grandchildren, five nephews, four nieces, four great nephews and three great nieces. Dallas’ life will be honored at a private family service. Arrangements by Spencer Family Funeral Home, Athens. To share memories please visit www.spencerfamilyfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Debra A. Botek *

55, of Grand Ledge, died Wednesday. Memorial services 2 p.m. today at Wacousta Community United Methodist Church. Arrangements by Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge.


 


 

Dorothy Kosht *

79, of Lansing, died Sunday. Arrangements by Estes-Leadley Funeral Home, Greater Lansing Chapel.


 


 


 

Edith Willadean "Deanie" (Thomas) Hughes

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.


 


 

Edwin E. "Gene" Gronau Sr.

Edwin E. "Gene" Gronau Sr., age 81, of Gladwin, passed away on Thursday, May 27, 2010 at his home.


 


 

Esther S. Alvarado *

92, of Lansing, died Thursday. Services 11 a.m. today at St. Therese Catholic Church. Arrangements by Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Delta Chapel. 


 


 

GERALD E SCHULTZ

Monday, June 14, 2010 5:48 AM 

SCHULTZ, GERALD E.; of Davisburg; June 12, 2010; age 87. 


 


 


 


 

George Michael Stefan

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Gordon H. Wyrembelski

Monday, June 14, 2010 12:32 AM 

Gordon Henry Wyrembelski Gordon Henry Wyrembelski, "Gordy," age 48, of Warren died suddenly on June 11, 2010. He was born April 30, 1962 in Detroit. Gordy graduated from Lincoln High School. He was the owner of AUTOHAUS in Warren. He loved working on cars, hunting and his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Sandi; children, Michelle, Michael, Katie, and Brandon; and eight grandchildren. Dear son of Shirley and the late Henry. Brother of Chris, Rick, Cindy, Patty and Jeff. Former husband of Sandy. Visitation Tuesday 2-9 p.m. at Rudy Funeral Home, 25650 Van Dyke in Center Line. Funeral Services Wednesday 11 a.m. Burial at Cadillac Memorial Gardens East Cemetery.


 


 

Harry G. Isanhart

Monday, June 14, 2010 7:02 AM 

Oct. 12, 1925 - June 11, 2010 Harry G. Isanhart, age 84, of Clare, passed away on Saturday, June 11, at MidMichigan Medical Center in Midland. 


 


 

Harry Isanhart

Harry Isanhart Clare Harry Isanhart, 84, formerly DeWitt died June 12. Services are Wednesday, June 16 at 11 a.m. at Stephenson-Wyman Funeral Home in Clare with graveside services at 2:30 p.m. at Gunnisonville Cemetery in Dewitt. A luncheon follows at the Dewitt VFW post on old 27.


 


 

Imogene R. Blanchard

Monday, June 14, 2010 6:00 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Imogene Ruth Blanchard, age 88, of Sturgis, passed away Friday June 11, 2010, at Thurston Woods Care Center in Sturgis.   Imogene was born in White Pigeon, Mich., on June 27, 1921, the daughter of William Walter Messner and Mary Rebecca (Freed) Messner.   Imogene married Donald H. Blanchard on May 24, 1941.  They had two sons:  Donald R. Blanchard (Lydia) of Pine Lake, Mich., and James W. Blanchard (Beth Ann) of Rensselaer, Ind., who survive.   Imogene was the last surviving member of seven brothers and sisters.  She was preceded in death by her husband Donald, on Feb. 28, 1981; three brothers, Ora Messner, (Annabelle), Freed Messner (Betty), Ollie Messner (Leona), and three sisters, Fay Shemberger (Loyd), Ellen Todd (Frank), and Dorothy Hamilton (Ed); and one great-granddaughter, Amber Rain Hamilton. Surviving in addition to her sons are: a sister-in-law, Eleanor (Minor) Tubergen of Kalamazoo; two granddaughters, Emily Blanchard of Denver, Colo., and Jennifer Blanchard, of Waterford, Mich.; one grandson, Sean Blanchard of Oklahoma City, Okla.; and one great-grandson, Storm Hamilton of Waterford, Mich.; and special friend Ruth Wade.   Imogene worked 13 years in the White Pigeon School system.  She was a member of the Presbyterian Church in White Pigeon, a past president of the American Legion Auxiliary, a past president of the Mintdale Ladies club, and a life member of the Eastern Star, The Maccabees, and Royal Neighbors clubs.   Imogene enjoyed baking and always had cookies, cakes and pies available for visitors.  She loved family gatherings, liked to travel, enjoyed trips to the casino, and entered many contests, always expecting to win.  She used her car as a second home, helping others with doctor appointments and some times just for fun. Visitation will be held at the Farrand Funeral Home, 300 N. Kalamazoo St. in White Pigeon, Tuesday June 14 from 6-8 p.m. and Wednesday morning, June 15, at the Presbyterian Church in White Pigeon from 10-11 a.m., with services following at 11 a.m.   Memorials may be given to the St. Joseph County Commission on Aging, or the Presbyterian Church of White Pigeon.


 


 

JESSIE JAMES WILCOXSON

Monday, June 14, 2010 5:48 AM 

WILCOXSON, JESSIE JAMES; a long time resident of Milford; died on June 12, 2010; at the age of 73. 


 


 

James W. Ellis *

66, of Lansing, Michigan Department of Social Services Director of Quality Assurance, died Thursday. Services 10 a.m. today at South Church, Lansing. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel.


 


 

Jimmy C. "Jim" Marshall *

72, of Grand Ledge, retired Fisher Body supervisor, died Friday. Private services will be held. Arrangements by Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Delta Chapel.


 


 

K. JOYCE (Johnston) MOSHIER

Monday, June 14, 2010 5:48 AM 

MOSHIER, K. JOYCE (Johnston); age 75; of Rochester Hills; June 13, 2010. 


 


 


 

Karen Marie Wissman

Monday, June 14, 2010 6:37 AM 

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Kathleen Ann Theroux

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.


 


 

Kim Swenson

Monday, June 14, 2010 7:02 AM 

May 5, 1934 - June 13, 2010 Kim Swenson, age 76, of Shepherd passed away Sunday, June 13, 2010 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. 


 


 

Kimberly Ann Gushwa

Monday, June 14, 2010 6:00 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Kimberly Ann Gushwa, 54, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away early Saturday morning, June 12, 2010, at her home. She was born Sept. 16, 1955, in Sturgis, Mich., a daughter of the late Robert and Evelyn (Gressman) Davis. Kim was a lifelong resident of Sturgis and graduated from Sturgis High School with the class of 1974. On March 29, 2005, she married Robert Gushwa in Las Vegas. Kim had been employed by the Harter Group in Middlebury, Ind., for several years. Prior to joining Harter’s she had worked at Lund-Deflecta Shield in Howe, Ind., for over 10 years. For several years she performed with the Sturgis Wind Symphony playing the bass clarinet. She enjoyed camping, traveling by motorcycle with her husband, bowling and playing cards. She loved her five cats and her dog Spyder who never left her side. Kim truly cherished time spent with her family and many friends. She is survived by her loving husband, Robert Gushwa; one daughter, Kelli (her fiancé Gary E. Lewis, Jr.) Stone of Sturgis; two brothers, Bruce (Sandy) Davis and Randy (Mary) Davis, both of Sturgis; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; and one brother, Larry Davis. In accordance with her wishes cremation has taken place. The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091, (269) 651-2331. A memorial service celebrating the life of Kimberly Davis will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the First Baptist Church in Sturgis. The Rev. James Bender will officiate. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Kim’s memory consider the Sturgis Hospital Specialty Clinic, 916 Myrtle St., Sturgis, MI 49091. The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family.  


 


 

Lawrence "Bud" Meldrum

Thursday, June 10, 2010 7:09 AM 

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Leonard Ray Taylor, 72

Tuesday, June 8, 2010 10:10 AM 

Leonard Ray Taylor, 72, of Alanson, passed away Saturday, June 5, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital.


 


 

Lewis Emery Freer *

84, of Dansville, retired farmer and school bus driver, died Saturday. Services 2 p.m. Wednesday at Dansville High School. 


 


 

Linda Elaine Markey

Monday, June 7, 2010 6:45 AM 

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Linda Myers *

64, of Fowler, Fowler Public Schools kitchen staff, died Sunday. Services 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Fowler. Arrangements by Osgood Funeral Homes, Goerge Chapel, Fowler.


 


 

Lois Audrey Gallagher

Saturday, June 12, 2010 6:47 AM

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Louise A. Baur-Heck

Tuesday, June 8, 2010 8:53 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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.


 


 

Lucille Leonard *

90, of Mason, retired Michigan State University office manager, died Friday. Memorial services noon Wednesday at First United Methodist Church, Mason. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Ball Dunn Chapel, Mason. 


 


 

Lyle R. Franz

Monday, June 7, 2010 9:35 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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.


 


 

MARIE OWENS

Sunday, June 13, 2010 10:53 AM 

OWENS, MARIE; age 99, passed away Tuesday, June 8, 2010; at her residence. She leaves to cherish her memory loving children, Delores M. (Rev. Frederick B.) Moore, Sr, Hubert (Gladys) McBee and James McBee; 9 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; 3 great great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.


 


 

MARY STEWART

Sunday, June 13, 2010 10:53 AM 

STEWART, MARY; age 82; of West Bloomfield; passed away on June 11, 2010. Beloved wife of 59 years to John N. Stewart; dear mother of John J. (JoAnne) Stewart and Joanne (Robert) Sievewright; proud grandmother of Jennifer (Nick) Funaro, Kimberly Stewart, Daniel Sievewright and Anna Sievewright; caring great grandmother of Kayla Pace; sister of Helen (Charles) Larew.


 


 

Mable Gadziemski, 102

Saturday, June 12, 2010 7:46 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Mable Gadziemski, age 102, of Holland, died at the Heritage Health Care Center. Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Wednesday, June 16, 2010, at Zion Lutheran Church, 77 West 32nd Street, in Holland. Reverend George Hamilton will be officiating. Burial will be in Lakewood Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday from 6-8PM at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James Street, in Holland, and also on Wednesday from 10-10:45 AM prior to the service at Zion Lutheran. 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.


 


 

Marcella Edinger *

94, of Lansing, formerly of Fowler, Fowler Public Schools teacher, died Saturday. Services 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Most Holy Trinity Church, Fowler. Arrangements by Osgood Funeral Homes, Goerge Chapel, Fowler. 


 


 

Margaret (Vanneste) Cornman

Margaret (Vanneste) Cornman, 84, of Beaverton, went to be with her beloved son, Russell Cornman Jr. on June 4, 2010. 


 


 

Margaret Ann "Peggy" Currie

Wednesday, June 9, 2010 7:01 AM 

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Margaret Veronica Brinker

Saturday, June 12, 2010 6:47 AM 

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Marie Agnes Wiseman July 19, 1924–June 7, 2010

Friday, June 11, 2010 11:52 AM 

Marie A. Wiseman, 85, of Riverview, formerly of Carleton, died at 7:55 a.m. Monday at home. She had been in poor health since March 2009.


 


 

Marilyn Sue Flessner

Marilyn Sue Flessner, 60, of Troy, Ohio, passed on Wednesday, May 19, 2010.


 


 

Mark D. Strahle

Sunday, June 13, 2010 10:22 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mark D. Strahle, 52, passed away June 11, 2010, after a long battle with cancer. Surviving are his wife of 25 years, Tamra, two daughters, Courtney and Kayla, two granddaughters and one brother and sister. He was born and raised in Tecumseh, graduated in 1976 from Tecumseh High School and worked as an auto mechanic before medical retirement. Mr. Strahle has been cremated. A memorial service will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at Nicholas-Arthur Funeral Home, 820 5th St., Michigan Center. Contributions in his memory to Mark’s family would be appreciated.


 


 

Marlene L. Provot

Monday, June 14, 2010 12:31 AM 

Marlene L. Provot Marlene L. Provot died June 12, 2010. Loving mother of Roger (Kimberly), Linda (Bruce) Moran, andJeffrey. Cherished grandmother of Ryan, Kyle, Reed, Jenna, Samantha (Matt), and Alexandria (Adam). Great-grandmother of Haylie. Funeral Wednesday 12 noon at the A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr Rd. at Masonic, Warren. Visitation Tuesday, from 2-9 p.m. ahpeters.com


 


 

Martha Alice Curtis

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.


 


 

Martha Alice Johnson Nov. 11, 1935-June 10, 2010

Friday, June 11, 2010 11:53 AM 

Martha Alice Johnson, 74 yrs, of Ida, died Thursday morning in Fountain View of Monroe. 


 


 

Martha W. Brock

Saturday, June 12, 2010 6:47 AM

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Mary A. Shall

Monday, June 7, 2010 9:32 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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.   


 


 

Mary Little *

88, of Holt, retired nurse's aid, died Sunday. Graveside services 3 p.m. Tuesday at Oak Grove Cemetery, St. Louis. Arrangements by Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. 


 


 

Mary M. Blood

Mary M. Blood Lansing The Funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, June 15, 12:00 noon, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church with Rev. Fr. John Byers as celebrant. The family will receive friends Monday from 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel and Tuesday from 11:00 a.m. until service time at the church. A rosary will be prayed Monday evening, 7:00 p.m. at the Funeral Home. Friends may sign the online guestbook at


 


 

Merlyn R. Clark June 12, 2010

Sunday, June 13, 2010 12:28 AM 

Merlyn “Merlie” R. Clark, 83, of Monroe died Saturday afternoon at Fountain View of Monroe. Merkle Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Merton E. Nye, 84

Monday, June 7, 2010 10:36 AM

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. 


 


 

Merton Eugene Nye, 84

Tuesday, June 8, 2010 10:06 AM 

Merton Eugene Nye, 84, of Alanson, died June 7, 2010, at his home. 


 


 

Michael H. Williams

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Michael R. Warfe May 4, 1955-June 9, 2010

Sunday, June 13, 2010 12:50 AM 

Michael R. Warfe, age 55, of Newport, MI. passed away suddenly June 9, 2010 at Mercy Memorial Hospital Emergency Room. 


 


 

NORMAN RANDALL GOLDEN

Sunday, June 13, 2010 10:53 AM 

GOLDEN, NORMAN RANDALL; age 67; of Holly; died June 12, 2010, at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Funeral Service will be held 11 a.m. June 17, 2010, at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Road, Fenton, Pastor Dean G. Dumbrille officiating.


 


 

Nancy L. Landenberger

Saturday, June 12, 2010 9:30 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Nancy L. Landenberger, 78, of Adrian passed away June 9, 2010, at Provincial House. She was born March 11, 1932. Nancy was retired from Peerless Gear. She was active in the Adrian and Blissfield Farmers Market. Nancy’s hobbies included bingo, going to casinos and taking care of stray cats. She is survived by her children, David Michael Landenberger and Diana (Steven) Roesch; her grandchildren, Jon, Joel, Josh, Betsy, Timothy and Shelley; numerous great-grandchildren; and her siblings, Jimmy Gifford and Geraldine Russell. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles “Bill” Landenberger; her parents, Merritt and Maude Gifford; and her beloved companion, Miles. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 15, 2010, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. Chris Cadwallader officiating. Visitation will be on Monday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. Memorial contributions can be made to the Lenawee Humane Society. Condolences can be offered online at www.pursefuneralhome.com.


 


 

Nellie Mae Holborn, 87

Monday, June 7, 2010 10:30 AM 

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Obituary: Arnold Simmons

Monday, June 7, 2010 12:10 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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.  


 


 

Obituary: Delbert E. White

Thursday, June 3, 2010 12:55 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

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.  


 


 

Obituary: Donald Klostermeier

Wednesday, June 9, 2010 9:54 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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.  


 


 

Obituary: Donna May Shafer

Monday, June 7, 2010 12:04 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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.  


 


 

Obituary: Gabriel R. Conant

Monday, June 7, 2010 4:32 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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.  


 


 

Obituary: John A. Stemen

Thursday, June 3, 2010 9:30 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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: Kay (Fink) Vaughn

Wednesday, June 9, 2010 9:52 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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.


 


 

Patricia Ann Machcinski June 11, 2010

Sunday, June 13, 2010 12:28 AM 

Patricia Ann Machcinski, 75, of Temperance died Friday in her home. Bedford Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements. 


 


 

Paul Drooger, 77

Sunday, June 13, 2010 5:43 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Paul Drooger, age 77, of Fennville, died on Friday, June 4, 2010, at Spectrum Health Hospital, Blodgett Campus. A memorial service will be 2 p.m. Thursday at the Community Church of Douglas, 6780 Wiley Road, Douglas. www.lakeshorememorial.com


 


 

Paul H. Mitchell

Thursday, June 10, 2010 7:09 AM 

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Paul J. Mayle

Monday, June 14, 2010 12:27 AM 

Paul J. Mayle Paul J. Mayle, age 79, died June 12, 2010. Beloved husband of the late Kathleen. Dearest father of Kathleen A. Dobry, David M. (Anna), Barbara M. (Gregory) Wrubel, Paula J. (David) McIntyre, Linda J. (Joe Ferris) Mayle and Thomas E. Dear grandfather of Anthony, Mary Rose, Carolyn, Nicole, Megan, Emily, James, Jennifer, Nathan, Jordyn and Shanyn. Visitation Monday 4-9 p.m. and Tuesday 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Tuesday vigil at the Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield, Clinton Township. Instate Wednesday 9 a.m. until the time of Mass 10 a.m. at St. Thecla Catholic Church, 20740 Nunneley, Clinton Township. Burial Resurrection Cemetery also in Clinton Township. Please share a memory of Paul at www.kaulfuneralhome.com


 


 

Paul L. Seeley, Jr.

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Pauline M. Lockwood

Monday, June 14, 2010 6:37 AM 

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Penny Jo Jaquay

Monday, June 7, 2010 11:18 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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 Gaudette

Sunday, June 13, 2010 6:38 AM 

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Peter W. Paisley Sr.

Sunday, June 13, 2010 5:24 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Peter W. Paisley, Sr., 69, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, June 12, 2010 surrounded by his family. A private family graveside service will be held at Oakhill Cemetery in Indian River.  A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 12:30pm, Tuesday, June 15, 2010 at the Paisley home on Red Pine Point, with a luncheon to follow. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune.


 


 

Philip D. Langell, JR

Tuesday, June 8, 2010 6:58 AM 

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Phillip M. Fisher

Monday, June 14, 2010 12:05 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Phillip M. Fisher, age 63, of Fremont, Ind. died Friday, June 11, 2010 at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne, Ind. Visitation will be held from 2-4 p.m. Tuesday, June 15, 2010 at Beams Funeral Home in Fremont, Ind. A funeral service is scheduled for 4 p.m. Tuesday, June 15, 2010 with military honor guard services. Chaplain Mike Collins will officiate. Burial will take place in Flint Memorial Park in Mount Morris.


 


 

Phyllis "Jean" Jensen

Monday, June 14, 2010 6:37 AM 

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RICHARD BROWN, JR

Monday, June 14, 2010 5:48 AM 

BROWN, RICHARD, JR; age 69; passed away Monday, June 7, 2010, at St Joseph Mercy Hospital Oakland. 


 


 

RICHARD E. CARPENTER

Sunday, June 13, 2010 10:53 AM 

CARPENTER, RICHARD E.; age 75; of Rochester Hills; passed away to Eternal Life on June 12, 2010, at Crittenton Hospital with his family at his side. Mr. Carpenter was President of Carpenter-Cunningham Assoc., for 40 years, and retired in 2007. Beloved husband of 52 years of Jeanne; loving father of Carolyn, John, Cathy Carpenter and Julie (Carpenter) Smith (Joe); son of the late Rev. Hiram T. and Lena Carpenter; brother of Hiram (Marilyn) Carpenter, Franklin, MA, Gordon (Diane) Carpenter, East Longmeadow, MA, Herbert (Jean) Carpenter, Agawam, MA, Esther Carvell, Brattleboro, VT, and the late Amabell (Carpenter) Bennett; he leaves several nieces and nephews; as well as a multitude of dear friends, all of whom he cherished.


 


 

Reva Zancewicz

Monday, June 14, 2010 7:55 AM 

Nov. 15, 1911 - June 13, 2010 Reva Zancewicz, age 98, of Alma, passed away Sunday, June 13, 2010 in Tawas. 


 


 

Richard Battersby June 7, 2010

Sunday, June 13, 2010 12:28 AM

Richard Battersby, 78, of Temperance died Monday in Tender Care of Monroe. Bedford Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements. 


 


 

Richard K. Nichols

Friday, June 11, 2010 6:46 AM 

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Rita A. Rennie

Wednesday, June 9, 2010 7:01 AM 

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Robert D. "Bob" Schmoldt, 68

Wednesday, June 9, 2010 10:00 AM 

Robert D. "Bob" Schmoldt, 68, of Harbor Springs, passed away June 7, 2010.


 


 

Robert F. Noe

Wednesday, June 9, 2010 7:58 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

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.


 


 

Robert J. Treadway Feb. 17, 1938-June 6, 2010

Saturday, June 12, 2010 1:37 AM 

Robert J. Treadway, 72, of Reed City, MI, formerly of LaSalle, passed away Sunday, June 6, 2010 in Inverness, Florida. 


 


 

Robert K. Sudborough

Sunday, June 13, 2010 8:24 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert K. Sudborough, 74, of Adrian passed away Wednesday, June 9, 2010, at Tendercare of Adrian.  Robert was born Jan. 14, 1936, in Adrian, the son of Otis and Clara (Goetting) Sudborough. He graduated with the Class of 1955 from Adrian High School. He served in the National Guard. Bob was well-known at the Main Stop restaurant in Adrian, where he was a cook for more than 38 years. Bob was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Adrian. He was also a member of the American Legion. Bob is survived by his sister-in-law, Joan Sudborough of Adrian; niece, Michelle Micklewright, also of Adrian; nephews, Jeffrey Sudborough of Adrian and David (Kendra) Sudborough of Weston; and several great-nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Donald Sudborough. A memorial gathering of family and friends will be held from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 15, 2010, at Wagley Funeral Home. You may also send condolences at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Bob may be made to the American Legion or St. John’s Lutheran Church. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home.


 


 

Robert Kowalski, 74

Sunday, June 13, 2010 5:46 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert Nikolas Kowalski, of Holland, died Sunday, June 13, 2010, at the Hospice House of Holland. His body is to be cremated. In celebration of his life, a memorial mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday June 17, 2010 at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, 480 N. 152nd, Holland, MI with a luncheon following. Arrangements by Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Northwood Chapel, www.lifestorynet.com. Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days.


 


 

Robert P. West

Monday, June 7, 2010 11:20 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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 WestMotor 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.    


 


 

Robert W. Davis

Thursday, June 10, 2010 1:21 PM 

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 Wright, 49

Sunday, June 13, 2010 5:48 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert (Bob) Wright age 49, of Holland died of motorcycle injuries on Thursday, June 10, 2010. Bob gave the Gift of Life by becoming an organ and tissue donor. Visitation will be 3-5 PM Thursday, June 17, 2010 at Lakeshore Memorial Services 11939 James Street in Holland.  Burial will be in Lakewood Cemetery. A CELEBRATION OF BOB’S LIFE will be 6-9 PM Thursday, June 17, 2010 at Beechwood Reformed Church (Multipurpose Room) 895 Ottawa Beach Road in Holland. An online registry book is available at www.lake shorememorial.com.


 


 

Robert "Bob or Harley" Evroul Green

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.


 


 

Ronald G. Rajala

Tuesday, June 8, 2010 2:28 AM 

WOODRUFF, Wis. -- Ronald G. Rajala, 67, of Arbor Vitae, died Thursday, June 3, 2010, in Woodruff. 


 


 

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Ruben R. Gomez

Monday, June 14, 2010 12:28 AM 

Ruben R. Gomez Ruben R. Gomez, age 78, of Shelby Township since 1953, died June 11, 2010 at his residence. He was born April 15, 1932 in Omaha, Neb. He retired in January 1991 after 30 years as sergeant with the Shelby Township Fire Department where he also served as treasurer of the Pension Board for several years. He was a member of Fraternal Order of Police and a member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church. Mr. Gomez loved music and was a self-taught piano and guitar player and a former member of the St. Lawrence Choir. He loved bowling and golf, but family said his first love was his family and being with all of them. Survived by his beloved wife, Joyce M. Gomez, whom he married January 9, 1954 in Detroit; children, Linda Komer of Sterling Heights, Kathleen (Paul) Raab of Macomb, David (Debbie) Gomez of Chesterfield; siblings, John (Lorry) Gomez, Arthur (Dorothy) Gomez and Bertha Porter. Loving grandfather of Samantha, Zachary, Amy, Katie, Joey and Joshua; great-grandfather of Justin and Nicholas. He was predeceased by siblings, Esther, Paul, Annie and David; son-in-law, Roger Komer. Visitation 1-9 p.m. Monday at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Road, Utica and 9:30 a.m. Tuesday until time of Mass 10 a.m. at St. Lawrence Catholic Church, 44633 Utica Road, Utica, with Fr. Robert Fisher officiating. Entombment at St. Lawrence Cemetery. Memorials to Karmanos Hospice or Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute. www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com


 


 

Russell Westrick

Monday, June 14, 2010 6:37 AM

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Ruth Virginia Philo

Saturday, June 12, 2010 9:28 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Ruth Virginia Philo, 93, of Clayton passed away Friday, June 11, 2010, at Bixby Medical Center. Arrangements are pending under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

STEPHAN RUSSELL LYONS

Monday, June 14, 2010 5:48 AM 

LYONS, STEPHAN RUSSELL; age 64; retired Commerce Twp. firefighter; died in Commerce, on June 11, 2010, following a courageous battle with cancer. 


 


 

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Sena Vugteveen, 93

Saturday, June 12, 2010 7:48 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Sena Vugteveen, age 93, of Zeeland, died Friday, June 11, 2010. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 16, 2010, at Rusk Christian Reformed Church, 10354 92nd Avenue in Zeeland. Reverend Mark Neymeiyer will be officiating. Burial will be in Rusk Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5-8 p.m. at Rusk Christian Reformed Church. Arrangements are by Lakeshore Memorial Services. 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.


 


 

Shirley M. Noren

Saturday, June 12, 2010 2:36 AM 

WAUSAU, Wis. -- Shirley M. Noren, 76, of Ironwood Township, Mich., died Friday, June 4, 2010, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital in Wausau.


 


 

Shirley Sybesma, 79

Saturday, June 12, 2010 7:54 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Shirley June Sybesma, 79, of Holland, died Wednesday, June 9, 2010, in Holland Hospital following a brief cancer-related illness. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 295 Douglas Ave. Visitation is one hour prior to the service at the funeral chapel. Burial will take place in Restlawn Memorial Gardens. www.lifestorynet.com


 


 

Steve Yettaw

Monday, June 7, 2010 10:37 AM 

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. 


 


 

Steven P. Hylinski May 7, 1961-June 8, 2010

Friday, June 11, 2010 11:53 AM 

Steven P. Hylinski, age 49, of Lambertville, MI, died Tuesday, June 08, 2010 in The Toledo Hospital. 


 


 

Susan Elizabeth Davis

Friday, June 11, 2010 11:17 AM 

Susan Elizabeth Davis, 50, died Monday, May 31, 2010, at Covenant Hospital, Saginaw. 


 


 

Susan M. Paterno

Wednesday, June 9, 2010 1:50 AM 

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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Vera Louise McFarland

Friday, June 11, 2010 11:10 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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 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.


 


 

Vera Tallman

Monday, June 7, 2010 1:38 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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.


 


 

Verland K. Miller

Monday, June 7, 2010 6:26 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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.


 


 

Vienna E. Kivi

Tuesday, June 8, 2010 2:30 AM 

SOLDOTNA, Alaska -- Soldotna resident Vienna E. Kivi, formerly of Ironwood, Mich., died Thursday, June 3, 2010, at Heritage Place in Soldotna. She was 91. 


 


 

Vincent J. Girardi

Thursday, June 10, 2010 7:09 AM 

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Virginia A. Wright

Virginia A. Wright Roscommon Born September 29, 1917 to the late Monroe and Ruby Salisbury; Virginia A. Wright passed away June 10, 2010 at the age of 92. She was a resident of the Lansing area for most of her life. Virginia retired from East Lansing Public Schools as the Secretary to the Superintendant. She was a former employee of the Central Trust Co., State of Michigan Banking Department, and Bank of Lansing. She was a member of the Vivian Society of the Elks. Virginia was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Hayden. She is survived by her daughter Nancy (Bill) Root of Roscommon; son Jon (Amy) Wright of South Bend, IN; and grandchildren Katy Wright, Christopher Root, and Susan Root. A funeral service will be held Monday, June 14, 2010 at 1:00 in the afternoon at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 1730 E. Grand River Ave., East Lansing. The family will receive friends Sunday, from 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00 p.m. and 1 hour prior to the service on Monday at the funeral home. Contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice, 218 S. Mitchell St., Cadillac, MI 49601 in memory of Virginia. Online condolences may be made at


 


 

Virginia A. Wright *

92, of Roscommon, formerly of Lansing, retired East Lansing Public Schools secretary, died Thursday. Services 1 p.m. today at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, East Chapel, East Lansing.


 


 

Virginia Morrissett Thornberry, David Timothy Thornberry

Thursday, June 10, 2010 10:34 AM 

Virginia Morrissett Thornberry died in Petoskey on Nov. 24, 2009, just one day after her son, David Timothy Thornberry. 


 


 

WILLIAM FRANCIS BELLAIRE

Sunday, June 13, 2010 10:53 AM 

BELLAIRE, WILLIAM FRANCIS; age 86; of Oxford; June 11, 2010. Loving husband of Kathleen "Kay" for 63 years; dear father of Janice (Charles) Crosby and Linda (Kenneth Wilamowski) Bellaire; grandfather of Justin (Kathryn), Kyle and Shawn; great grandfather of Alex. William was a W.W.II Veteran serving in the Battle of the Bulge.


 


 

WILLIEMAE G KINNEY

Monday, June 14, 2010 5:48 AM 

KINNEY, WILLIEMAE G; age 83; passed away Sunday, June 6, 2010, at Crittenton Hospital Medical Center. 


 


 

Warren E. Lockwood, 81

Tuesday, June 8, 2010 10:10 AM 

Warren E. Lockwood, 81, of Mancelona, died Sunday, June 6, 2010, at home. 


 


 

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Wendy M. Freese

Tuesday, June 8, 2010 2:36 AM 

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 James Harder

Sunday, June 13, 2010 6:38 AM 

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Zelma Edris Lee (Logan) Johnson

Monday, June 14, 2010 6:37 AM 

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Zina Johnson, 45

Saturday, June 12, 2010 7:52 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Zina Johnson, 45, of Holland, died Tuesday, June 8, 2010. Funeral services are scheduled for noon Monday at Imagine Fellowship, corner of 20th Street and Maple Avenue. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. Monday until the time of the service at the church. Arrangements are by the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Holland.   www.lifestorynet.com


 


 

obituary: Karl H. Olmstead

Monday, June 7, 2010 4:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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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