Agnes Marie Peek Mason Agnes Marie Peek, age 93, passed away on April 21, 2010. She was born in Bunker Hill on September 27, 1916. She attended County Normal in Mason to become a teacher. Marie married William Peek of Mason in 1941. William and Marie were founding members of the St. James Catholic Church from its inception at the Ball-Dunn Funeral home until ground was broken at its present location. William and Marie had six children; Elizabeth (Tom) Heathman , Robert Peek, Mary (Wayne) Bullen, Bruce Peek, Susan (Gary) Griffin, and Kathleen (Darryl) Cornelius. When William died suddenly in 1961, Marie raised all six children with patience and wisdom. Marie taught school in the Mason Public School district until she retired in 1979. She enjoyed bowling, gardening, bridge and involvement in activities at church. She is missed by her grandchildren, Zachary Heathman, Jennifer Heathman, Beccy Stevenson, Miranda Darling, Andrea Alexander, Dane Bullen, Gary Griffin, Timothy Griffin and Alex Cornelius. Marie had two great grandchildren; Isabella and Claire Heathman. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes all donations to Marie's memory, be made to the Steele Book Room, Steele Elementary School, 531 Steele St., Mason, MI. The memorial funeral mass will be held on June 19, 2010, at 11:00 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church, 1010 S. Lansing, Mason. The family is being served by the Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Mason. On-line condolences may be sent to |
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Feb. 27, 1932-June 12, 2010 Alger Joseph Smock, 78, passed away peacefully with his loving family at his side on June 12, 2010. He was a lifelong resident of Clare. He was born Feb. 27, 1932, and was the only son of Leo and Ida Perrie (Allen) Smock. |
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Angela Tengen, 29, of Monroe died Friday in her home. Arrangements by the Allore Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes. |
Angelo D. Leone Age 85, formerly of St. Clair Shores, MI went to be with our Lord on June 16, 2010. Angelo was born in Detroit in 1925, the second child and only son of Luciano and Vincenza (Virginia) Leone. On Sept 11, 1948, he married Mary Polizzi, his high school sweetheart. Mary died in 1980. Angelo is survived by his children Virginia, Rory, Mary Beth and Lucian and their spouses and 13 grandchildren. He was a devout Roman Catholic serving St. Joan of Arc parish all of his adult life. Visitation is Sunday, June 20 at A.H. Peters Funeral Home in Grosse Pointe from 2:00 - 8:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be Monday, June 21, at St. Joan of Arc Parish in St. Clair Shores at 10:00 a.m. |
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Ardell L. Anderson, 96, of Adrian, passed away Saturday, June 19, 2010, at Provincial House. Ardell was born Aug. 9, 1913, in Adrian, the only daughter and youngest child of August and Louise (Winkleman) Willnow. She graduated from Adrian High School with the Class of 1931. On Jan. 9, 1932, Ardell married Dale Anderson in Elkhart, Ind.  Ardell and Dale celebrated 60 years of marriage prior to his death in 1992. Ardell worked in the offices of several local companies, including Gerity, Stubnitz Greene and Dunbar Borton, where she retired. In her retirement years, Ardell remained active. An avid card player, Ardell played euchre at both the Adrian Senior Center and the Tecumseh Senior Center, and she was a member of the Over 40 Club.  She was also a member of the Women of the Moose. Ardell is survived by her daughter, Myrna Vogel, and her husband, Bill, of Adrian; three granddaughters, Cindy (Patrick) Jaeger of Laurel Park, N.C., and Stephanie Vogel and Keri (Chad) Johnson, both of Adrian; her great-granddaughter and joy of her life, Claire Johnson; and a special nephew, Rex Willnow. In addition to her parents and husband, Ardell was preceded in death by two brothers, Gordon and Wilbur Willnow. The funeral service for Ardell will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, June 22, 2010, at Wagley Funeral Home with the Rev. Linda Farley officiating. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. Friends may visit the family at the funeral home on Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. Condolences may be sent to www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Ardell may be made to the Lenawee Humane Society. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home. |
Bernita Mary Fedewa Pewamo Bernita Mary Fedewa, of Pewamo, passed away on Tuesday, June 15, 2010. She is with her Lord. Bernita was born on a farm southeast of Pewamo in Clinton County on July 20, 1917, the daughter of Oscar M. and Dorthea "Dora" (Wohlshied) Cook and oldest of thirteen children. Bernita graduated from Pewamo High School in 1935, Clinton County Normal School of St. Johns in 1936 and Central Michigan University. She taught at the local rural schools for four years and later at St. John the Baptist School in Hubbardston from 1956 to 1963 and at Most Holy Trinity School in Fowler from 1963 to 1982. In retirement she taught piano lessons in her home for more than 25 years. In her spare time, Bernita enjoyed playing piano, bird watching, gardening and spiritual reading. She was a life member of St. Joseph Parish in Pewamo, choir member, director, and a member of the Altar Society. Bernita also belonged to the Mid-Michigan Audubon Society, serving as its president for a number of years. Bernita married Walter J. Fedewa, a Pewamo area farmer, on October 22, 1949 and he preceded her in death on August 18, 1988. Bernita is survived by her sons, John and Gerard, daughter-in-law, Liduina, and grandson, Orry, all of Pewamo; her sisters, Dorothy Golata of Lansing, Ella Thelen of Williamston, Marcia Cook of Ionia, and Jenny (Robert) Weber of Cincinnati, Ohio; and her brothers, James (Jean) Cook of Lansing, Donald (Barbara) Cook of Lansing, Roy (Dolores) Cook of Fenwick, and Leon (Jeanne) Cook of Lansing. Bernita was also the proud aunt of forty nine nieces and nephews. Bernita was preceded in death by her parents; step-mother, Bernita Schrauben Cook; son, Donald J. Fedewa; daughter-in-law, Lesley Daman Fedewa; Lesley's parents, Fred and the late Marguerite Daman; David Cook, her brother; sisters, Angela Coonrod, Isabelle Wilson, and Cay De Young; brothers-in-law, Joseph Coonrod, Donald Wilson, Jake De Young, Alvin Thelen, and John Golata. A Funeral Mass for Bernita will be celebrated at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Pewamo, Friday, June 18, 2010, at 11:00 a.m., with Fr. Charlon Mason officiating, burial at St. Joseph Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church, Wednesday, and Thursday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. with rosaries Wednesday, 3 p.m., and 8 p.m., Thursday at 3 p.m., and a Vigil Service on Thursday at 8 p.m. Besides masses, the family suggest memorials be made to St. Joseph School Trust Fund Pewamo. To learn more about Bernita and view her Life Story film, visit her personal webpage at, . Arrangements and services provided by Osgood Funeral Home, St. Johns. |
72, of Lansing, retired secretary, died Thursday. Memorial services will be held at a later date. |
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Beverly J. Brandt, aged 69, of Salem Twp., turned the last page of her life’s book at Hospice House of Holland on June 16, 2010.   According to her wishes, cremation has taken place. Her ashes will be interred at  Salem Township Cemetery in Burnips. There will be a memorial visitation  Saturday, June 26, 2010, from 2-5 p.m. at Dorr Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Holland. Arrangements by  Archer, Hampel & Kubiak, Dorr Chapel, 616-681-2520.   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. |
Beverly Magness Dimondale Born November 19, 1926 in Niles, MI: died June 13, 2010 in Dimondale, MI. Surviving are a son, Bob Magness; daughter, Cheryl (Larry) Fitzgerald; grandchildren, Jacqueline, Krista and Jenna Magness and Zachariah Fitzgerald. Beverly played many roles in her life: mother, daughter, sister, friend, wife, and companion. She bowled on several leagues and liked golf and basketball. She was a good artist and was always reading a book. She enjoyed gardening and grew great tomatoes. She appreciated clothes and always dressed well. Bev loved music and was a really good dancer. She loved to sing any chance she got. She was a great listener and her laugh was delightful. She was a great mom and worked for Michigan National once her kids were grown. She also had a lot of fun memories with her sisters, friends and their families. She will be greatly missed. Instead of a memorial service, a donation is being made to Eaton Community Hospice (517-543-5310, 2675 S. Cochran, Charlotte, 48813,, ) and any other contributions are very much appreciated. |
Bruce A. Dixon Grand Ledge Bruce A. Dixon, age 77, born July 27, 1932 in Eaton County, MI, passed away June 14, 2010 in Lansing, MI. He retired from the State of Michigan after 38 years of service; graduated from Grand Ledge High School, Class of 1950; was a Past Master and member of the Masonic Lodge #412; member of the Lansing Motorcycle Club, and also a 4H Leader. Bruce enjoyed collecting tractors and most of all loved his grandchildren and spending time with family. Survivors include his loving wife of 53 years, Beverly G. and their sons, David E. (Cindy) Dixon of Kinsley, MI and Jon A. (Linda) Dixon of Grant, MI; six grandchildren: Tom, Tim, Bruce, Scott, David Dixon, and Anna (Matt) Doyle, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Amanda (Schneeberger) Dixon; sister, Beatrice E. Slee; and brother, Kenneth Dixon. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 18, 2010 - 11:00 a.m. at the Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge, with Rev. Roy Atherton officiating. Interment will follow at Oakwood Cemetery, Grand Ledge. The family will receive friends Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice in memory of Bruce Dixon. Online condolences may be made at |
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C. Clayton Harsh, 70, of Normal, Ill., formerly of Dimondale, Mich., died Tuesday, June 15, 2010. Clayton was born Aug. 7, 1939, in Wayne, Mich., the son of Clayton E. and Ethel L. (Jardine) Harsh. He graduated from Adrian High School in 1957 and attended Cleary College. He retired from the State of Michigan, where he had been employed as an auditor. Clayton’s interests included playing pool, snowmobiling, boating and NASCAR. Clayton is survived by his mother, Ethel Bugbee, of Adrian; one son, David (Mary) Harsh of Normal, Ill; one sister, Shirley Mohr of Adrian; three grandchildren, Ian Harsh, Evan Harsh and Sarah Harsh. He was preceded in death by his father, Clayton Harsh, step-father, Carroll Bugbee and brother, James E. Harsh. Funeral services for Clayton will be held on Saturday, June 19, 2010, at 1 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with Rev. David Morton officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 11 a.m. until 12:45 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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C.L. Mel Samyn C.L. Mel Samyn, age 73, died June 17, 2010. He was born September 1, 1936. Beloved husband of the late Sally, who passed June 22, 2009. Loving father of Larry (Nancy) Samyn, Laura (Ray) Kargol. Proud grandfather of Bret (Lauren) and Sara Samyn and Amanda Kargol. Dear brother of Jean Wightman, and the late Albert Samyn and Edward Gerstner. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. 15 Mile Road (at Schoenherr), Tuesday 3-9 p.m. Funeral Wednesday 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Memories to be shared at www.bcfh.com. |
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SUTLIFF, CAROL J.; of Waterford, formerly of Clarkston; died Wednesday, June 16, 2010; at 84 years of age. Carol was born June 15, 1926 in Pontiac the daughter of the late Elmer and the late Rosetta Hopp. She currently resided at Canterbury on the Lake where she enjoyed her time there. |
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PORTER, CAROLYN E.; age 69; of Stuart, FL and Hale, MI, formerly Clarkston, MI; died June 11, 2010. Dear wife of 50 years to Daniel; beloved mother to Gail (Tom), Kaylin (Steve), Susan (John), and Danny (Terri); adored by five grandchildren; two great granddaughters; two sisters and three brothers. |
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WILCOX, CHRISTINE L.; formerly of Waterford; June 17, 2010; age 101; born October 13, 1908 in Cowley County, Kansas. Daughter of the late Louis and Grace Cowley; wife of the late Ivan C. Wilcox; aunt of Carrol Lock (Bonnie), Velda Canfield, Richard Clancy (Irene), Jon Spoelstra (Lisa) and Annajean S. Kimberly and many other great nieces and great nephews. |
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Carl Frederick Hazelbauer, 97, of Holland, died June 17, 2010, at Freedom Village in Holland. A celebration of life will be at Freedom Village on Saturday, July 17, 2010, at 2 p.m. Memorials may be sent to Roosevelt University in Chicago. The family is being served by the Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E. 16th St., Holland. www.langelandsterenberg.com   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
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Carl Holkeboer, age 75, of Holland, died Saturday, June 19, 2010, at the Hospice House of Holland. Services will be Wednesday, 3:00pm at Fellowship Reformed Church in Holland with a time of fellowship immediately following the service. Officiating will be the Rev. James Baar. Burial will be in Lakewood Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Holland or to Fellowship Reformed Church. Arrangements are by The Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Home, Holland. Please visit www.lifestorynet.com.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
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Carl Leroy Lutz, age 88, of Alanson, died June 8, 2010, at his home in Littlefield Township at 8:05 p.m. surrounded by his family. |
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Carol June Haller, 87, of Sturgis, passed away Thursday evening, June 17, 2010. Arrangements will be announced by the Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Rosenberg Chapel, Sturgis.   |
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Cathy (Halsted) McDiarmid West Virginia Cathy (Halsted) McDiarmid passed away Sunday, June 13, 2010, in Huntington, West Virginia. She was born, April 27, 1950, in St. Johns, MI. She was the daughter of Virgil and Vada Halsted. Cathy grew up in Maple Rapids, MI, graduated from Fulton High School in 1968 and attended L.B.U., in Lansing, MI. Cathy married Larry McDiarmid on May 8, 1971, in St. Johns, MI. They moved to West Virginia in 1992 to work in Appalachian Missions. Cathy is survived by her husband, Larry; daughter, Amy (Lindy) Sullivan; and two granddaughters; her parents of St. Johns, MI; two brothers, Eric (Naomi) of Warner Robins, Georgia, and Dennis of St. Johns, MI; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be June 16, 2010, in West Virginia. Condolences may be sent to: Larry McDiarmid, 6026 State Rt. 608, Apt. 111, Barboursville, WV, 25504. |
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Chane Joseph "Little Dude" DeLoy, 13, passed away June 17, 2010. Visitation will be held on Monday, June 21, 2010 at the Nordman Funeral Home from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. with a scripture service beginning at 7 pm. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, June 22, 2010 at 11 a.m. at St. Mary/St. Charles Catholic Church with visitation at the church one hour prior to the Mass. The Reverend Paul Megge will officiate and burial will take place at St. Francis Cemetery. Read more HERE in Saturday's Tribune. |
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Christine Darcy, 55, of Gladwin, passed away. |
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Christine 'Kris' L. Hopp Christine "Kris" L. Hopp, age 62, died June 16, 2010. Beloved wife of Richard for 33 years. Proud and loving mother of Andy and Orie. Dear sister of Jeanette Taylor, Lyle (Linda) Beavnier, Mary (Charlie) Theut, Sharon (Francis) Theut, Michael (Carol) Beavnier, Linda (Larry) Mayea, and the late Virginia Wulkowicz, Fred Beavnier (Rose), and Doris Niles. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews and countless friends. Kris worked for the Macomb County Prosecutor's Office for 44 years; she enjoyed gardening and was especially proud of her two sons. Visitation Saturday 5-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. (Shelby Township), 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Road. Instate Monday 9:30 a.m. until time of 10 a.m. funeral at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 42681 Hayes (just south of 19 Mile Road). Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society preferred. Please share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com. |
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Clifford Matthews, 59, of Harbor Springs, passed away at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. |
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Cora Sue Jefsen passed away Wednesday, May 26, 2010 after a long and courageous battle with metastatic breast cancer. A memorial service will be held at St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 1025 3 Mile Rd. N.E., Grand Rapids, MI on Saturday, June 19, 2010, at 11 a.m. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune. |
Curtis William "Butch" Emmons, 63 Wednesday, June 9, 2010 9:58 AM |
Curtis William "Butch" Emmons, 63, of Petoskey, died June 7, 2010, at his home. |
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WILSON, D. DARYL; of Davisburg; formerly of Clarkston; June 19, 2010; age 73. Father of Scott (Beth Sommers) Wilson, Candi Weller, Jeff (Lisa) Phillips and Robin Luallen; special grandpa of Kailey; son of Helen (the late Donald) Wilson; brother of Ileane (Mel) Williams. Funeral Service Wednesday 10 a.m. at the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston where friends may visit Tuesday 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Private interment Great Lakes National Cemetery. |
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MASKILL, DONALD JAMES, SR.; age 84; of Rochester; passed away June 18, 2010. He was born September 4, 1925, in Detroit to the late William and Olive (Steinmetz) Maskill. Don was educated at St. Martin's on the Lake in Detroit, Assumption High School in Windsor, Ontario, and Michigan State University. |
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Daniel E. Smoker, 62, of Bronson, died Monday, June 14, 2010,  at his home. Daniel was born June 27, 1947, in Sturgis to Hewitt and Verna (Koscielny) Smoker. He married Bunnee Harper on April 27, 1968, in Bronson. He graduated from Bronson High School in 1965 and was a veteran of the Vietnam War, serving with the U.S. Army. He worked for Douglas Autotech in Bronson as a truck driver since 1965. Mr. Smoker was a member of St. Mary of Assumption Church and a life member of the VFW in Orland. He enjoyed fishing and spending time on his family farm where he raised a variety of animals. Dan was an avid Notre Dame fan and enjoyed the time he spent with his family and grandchildren. Daniel is survived by his wife, Bunnee; his sons, Jamie and Jill Smoker of Bronson and Chad and Lori Smoker of Sturgis; his brother, Eugene Smoker of Colon; his sisters, Hattie (Robert) Stevens and Delphine Kibiloski, both of Bronson; sister-in-law, Roberta Smoker of Bronson; his grandchildren, Jenna, Jolie and Brayden Smoker; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by both parents; his brothers, Ed and John Smoker; his sisters, Virginia (Gene) Palczynski and Sylvia Herman. Visitation will be held 2-8 p.m. Thursday at Dutcher-Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson with the Rosary to be recited at 7 p.m. with Rev. Fr. Fritz. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday at St. Mary of Assumption Church in Bronson with Rev. Fr. Richard Fritz officiating. Interment will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery with military honors provided by the Coldwater American Legion Drill Team. Memorials may be directed to the St. Mary’s Boiler Fund or the Bronson Rotary Daniel Smoker Memorial Fund. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the family online guestbook.   |
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Daniel James Barfield, 23, of Sturgis, died Thursday evening, June 17, 2010, in Howe, Ind., due to injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. He was born Aug. 29, 1986 in Sturgis, a son of James and Vickie (Hackett) Barfield. Daniel had resided in Sturgis his entire life and graduated from Sturgis High School with the class of 2005. He had been employed by Burr Oak Tool and Gauge in Sturgis since 2004. He enjoyed shooting at the St. Joseph County Conservation Club, bowling, scuba diving, fishing, golfing, tinkering with motorcycles and playing video games. He actively participated in paintball and Airsoft. Daniel truly loved time spent with his many friends and family. He is survived by his parents; two sisters, Kalyn (Justin) Day of LaGrange, Ind., and Mckenna Barfield of Sturgis; a grandmother, Retha Lancaster of Burr Oak; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Clifford Hackett, James Richard Barfield and Jean Clark Barfield. The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Monday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis. Funeral service celebrating the life of Daniel James Barfield will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at First United Methodist Church in Sturgis. The Rev. Robert Keim will officiate. Cremation will follow the service. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Daniel’s memory consider the First United Methodist Church, 200 Pleasant Ave., Sturgis, MI 49091. His obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfunrahome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family. |
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David Edward Stremmell David Edward Stremmell, Sr., age 72, passed away on Thursday, June 17, 2010. Loving father of David (Novalynn), Andrea, Ted (Rebekah) and Nancy (Jason). He is survived by brothers Charles and Richard, 12 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. |
Delphine E. Franzen Oct. 18, 1921-June 16, 2010 Thursday, June 17, 2010 11:39 AM |
Delphine E. Franzen, 88, of Monroe, formerly of Maybee, died at 12:23 p.m. Wednesday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. She had been seriously ill for six months. |
Dennis Wade Denham Nov. 23, 1956-June 18, 2010 Sunday, June 20, 2010 12:04 AM |
Dennis Wade Denham of Ypsilanti Twp., Michigan, age 53, passed away on Friday, June 18, 2010 from injuries he sustained in a motorcycle accident. |
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Donald Wesley Conaway, 85, of St. Clairsville, Ohio, died Wednesday, June 9, 2010 at Wheeling Hospital, Wheeling W.Va. Family will receive friends at the Trinity Lutheran Church 302 Bennett St., Bridgeport, Ohio Friday, June 11, 2010 from 5-8 p.m. and Saturday, June 12, 2010 from 10 a.m. until time of funeral service at 11 a.m. Read more HERE in Friday's Tribune. |
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Jan. 7, 1931 - Nov. 28, 2009 A memorial service for Donald E. Blow will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, June 22, 2010, at the United Methodist Church in Clare. |
27, of Lansing, died Thursday. Services 2 p.m. Monday at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. |
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A memorial gathering for Donald Pearsall will take place noon-3 p.m. Saturday, June 19, at the Holy Childhood hall in Harbor Springs. Bring your memories of Don and share them with friends and relatives. |
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Donald Stanley Michalski June 16, 2010 Friday, June 18, 2010 11:39 AM |
Donald Stanley Michalski, 53, of Newport died Wednesday at his home. |
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WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Doris M. Gusman, 89, a resident of Wakefield for 56 years, died Sunday, June 13, 2010, at the Gogebic Medical Care Facility in Wakefield after a courageous battle with Parkinson's disease since the early 1970s. |
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A graveside service for former Harbor Springs resident Dorothy (Lee) Kleinhenz, 73, of Chicago, will take place at 1 p.m. Thursday, June 24, at Lakeview Cemetery in Harbor Springs. Pastor Ed Warner from Stutsmanville Chapel will officiate. |
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Douglas Huesing, age 73 of Petoskey, died June 11, 2010, at Bay Bluffs medical care facility in Harbor Springs. |
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BROWN, EDWARD RALPH; age 51; of Waterford, MI, formerly of Parma, OH; loving father of Ryan and Nitasha; loving son of Patricia Dickson (Douglas) and Wayne Brown (Betty); dear brother of Coletta Kostohryz (Chris) and Larry (Cora); step-brother of Stephen, Kevin, Sandy and the late Don; and loving uncle of Heather, Lisa, Sean, Luke, Corry, Chance and T.J.; passed away on Tuesday, June 15, 2010. |
ELEANORE FRANCES "Yo-Yo" MILLER Sunday, June 20, 2010 11:38 AM |
MILLER, ELEANORE FRANCES "Yo-Yo"; age 77; of Milford; died on June 10, 2010. |
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Edith May Teuthorn, 76, of Indian River, passed away Thursday, June 17, 2010. Mass of the Resurrection will be held at noon, Monday, June 21, 2010 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church at Burt Lake.  The family will receive friends at the church from 11 a.m. until the time of service. Read more HERE in Saturday's Tribune. |
Edna L. Guoin, 93 MT. CLEMENS- Edna L. Guoin, 93 formerly of Memphis, died Thursday, June 17, 2010.Survived by her daughters, Laura Rhyshek and Dorothy Guoin. Services Monday at 12 noon in Kammeraad Funeral Home, Memphis, with visiting in the funeral home on Sunday 2-5 p.m. and Monday 11 a.m. - 12 noon. |
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Edward Andrew Toman of Onsted passed away Saturday, June 19, 2010, at Lynwood Manor. Funeral services for Edward will be held Wednesday, June 23, 2010, at 10:30 a.m.  at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. Burial will be in Maple Shade Cemetery.  Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 2 to 4 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 Cadmus Presbyterian Church, Jasper Bible Church or Lynwood Manor. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Edwin M. Thorpe, 85, of Petersburg died Thursday at Hospice of Northwest Ohio. Friends may call at the Capaul Funeral Home, Ida, Sunday from 1 to 9 p.m., where services will be Monday at 11 a.m. Burial will be in Pleasant View Cemetery, Petersburg. Born April 14, 1925, in Chicago, Edwin was the son of Lester and Jean (Robertson) Thorpe. He served with the U.S. Army form January 1945 to November 1946. He married Edith Bausman on Sept. 8, 1951, in Milan, Mich. She died Jan. 23, 1999. Edwin was employed for 34 years in the maintenance department of Price Boiler Co. of Toledo, retiring in 1985. He was a member of Petersburg United Methodist Church and loved to play his guitar and harmonica. Survivors include his daughters, Linda (Curtis) Crace, of Perrysburg, Ohio, and LuAnn (David) Shutters, of Sylvania, Ohio; half-brother, John (Shirley) Chamberlain, of Grand Rapids, Mich.; grandchildren, Dennis, Conni, Sheila, Cory, Dallas, Paula, Dejah, Jason, David and Chris; and great-grandchildren, Austin, Aaron, Madelyn, Gavin, Piper and Conor. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife and a sister, Isabelle Hutton. Memorial contributions for Mr. Thorpe may be made to Petersburg United Methodist Church or Hospice of Northwest Ohio. Online condolences may be sent to www.capaulfuneralhome.com. |
Edwin M. Thorpe April 14, 1925-June 17, 2010 Saturday, June 19, 2010 1:44 AM |
Edwin M. Thorpe, 85 yrs, of Petersburg, died Thursday at Hospice of Northwest Ohio. |
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Eli Vincent Simon, age 21 of Petoskey, died unexpectedly on June 11, 2010, at his home. |
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Elizabeth Lorraine Radant, age 88, of Tecumseh passed away Saturday, June 19, 2010, at the Charlotte Stephenson Manor. She was born Dec. 1, 1921, in Tecumseh, to Herbert J. and Lois Charity (Brockway) Johnson Haviland. On March 22, 1941, Elizabeth Lorraine married Rhineheart P. Radant. He preceded her in death on Feb. 4, 2007. She was a Cub Scout Den Mother. She loved cooking, baking and bird watching. Elizabeth is survived by two sons, Phillip (Judy) Radant of Chelsea, Mich., and David (Mary) Radant of Tecumseh; one daughter, Barbara (Bob) Burns of Adrian; two sisters, Linda (Ashley) Chase of Tecumseh and Shirley Martin of Adrian; one brother, Herbert “Butch” (Bonnie) Haviland of Adrian; nine grandchildren, Melinda (Chris) Pierce, Stephen and Mike (Lisa) Radant, Dawn (Adam) Hosler, Brian (Cari) Radant, Kevin Radant, Dennis (Leann) Parker, Jacob and Rebecca Munger; and 12 great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Geraldine Chapman. Funeral services for Elizabeth Lorraine will be held on Wednesday, June 23, 2010, at 11 a.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh, with Father Pat Lowery officiating. Burial will be in Brookside Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com.    Memorial contributions may be made to the Charlotte Stephenson Manor Foundation.  Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh. |
Saturday, June 19, 2010 6:50 PM |
Emilia 'Emily' H. Prestininzi Emilia "Emily" H. Prestininzi (nee Szerlag), age 77, died June 17, 2010. Beloved wife of Peter for 55 years. Loving mother of Nancy (Robert) Zelinski, David, Kenneth and Robert. Adored grandmother of Alex, Amy, Audrey, Katie, Michael and Matthew. Dear sister of Chester (Judy) Szerlag and the late Stanley (Mickey) and Henry (Nancy). Sister-in-law of Betty (John) McCann, James (Pat) Prestininzi and Tony (Jenni) Prestininzi. Visitation Sunday, 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture service at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13 1/2 Mile Rd.), Warren. Funeral Monday 9 a.m. Instate until time of 9:30 a.m. Mass at St. Martin De Porres Catholic Church, 31555 Hoover, Warren. ahpeters.com |
Ernest Vibert Shiflet June 16, 2010 Friday, June 18, 2010 11:39 AM |
Ernest Vibert Shiflet, 86, of Speedwell, TN, passed away June 16, 2010 in Claiborne Co, TN. |
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• Mrs. Evelyn Porter, 95, of Scottville died Thursday, June 18. Stephens Funeral Home in Scottville is in charge of arrangements.... |
Former Detroit Red Wings coach Bobby Kromm dies Friday, June 11, 2010 4:18 PM |
LIVONIA, Mich. (AP) — Former Detroit Red Wings coach Bobby Kromm has died. |
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Frank Betley, 80, of Temperance died this morning at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Toledo. |
Thursday, June 17, 2010 9:56 AM |
Frank D. Lambert, 93, of Petoskey, passed away June 14, 2010, in White Lake, Mich. |
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Frank J. Betley Feb. 2, 1930-June 17, 2010 Friday, June 18, 2010 11:40 AM |
Frank J. Betley, 80 years, of Temperance, MI passed away Thursday, June 17, 2010 in the Hospice of Northwest Ohio at Toledo. |
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SMALTZ, GUSTAVE E.; of Waterford; age 78; passed away June 18, 2010. Dearest brother of Naomi (Robert) Murray, Janice (the Late Louis Freeland and Mary (Roger) McVicar; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Gus worked at the General Motors Proving Ground for 30 years. |
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Gail Fannie (Hoyt) Holmes passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 13, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital. |
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Gale Harold Williams, 69, of Clare, beloved husband of Diane Williams for 20 years, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, June 10, 2010, after a courageous battle with cancer. |
Wednesday, June 16, 2010 3:15 PM |
Gary Lee Waisanen, 67, of Boyne City, passed away May 28, 2010, at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. |
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Gary William Darby Age 68, of Trinity, Texas TRINITY, Texas — Gary William Darby, 68, passed away Thursday, May 6, 2010 at his home. He was born Sept. 10, 1941 in Lansing. He was the son of Virgil and (Leona (Hubbard) Darby. He married Theresa Etrich on Nov. 22, 1961 in Wilksbourgh, N.C. He lived in Coldwater for several years. He retired from GTE in 1993, after 31 years of service. Gary and Theresa traveled around the United States for 12 years before residing in Trinity, Texas. Surviving are his wife of 48 years, Theresa Darby of Trinity, Texas; two sons, Keith (Cindy) Darby of Moreno Valley, Calif. and Chad (Stephanie) Darby of Fremont, Ind.; daughter Stacy Darby of Coleman, Ind.; two brothers, Neil (Jean) Darby of Trinity, Texas and James (Arlene) Darby of Zephyrhills, Fla.; five sisters, Ruthann Lester of Trinity, Texas, Sue Scott of Livingston, Texas, Dian (Norm) Kukla of Webberville, Shannon (Dennis) Bitterman of Oakley and Sandy Darby of Pensacola, Fla.; seven grandchildren – Breann, Brandyn, Cera, Tierney, Zoey, Tayler and Jadyn; and 47 nieces and nephews. Gary was preceded in death by his parents. Cochran Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Please sign our online register at www.cochranfh.com. Condolences may be sent to Cochran Funeral Home, 406 Yaupon Ave., Livingston, TX 77351. |
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DAVIS, HELEN A.; of White Lake formerly of Waterford; June 15, 2010; age 93; Preceded in death by her husband Leo; mother of Terry (Dorothy) Davis, Judy (Ron) Santavicca, Margaret (Patrick) Dunn and Douglas (Evelyn) Davis; grandma of 7; great grandma of 12; special aunt of Terri Knake and several nieces and nephews. Memorial Mass 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 26, 2010 Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church, Waterford. Memorials may be made to Mercy Hospice. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston. Online guestbook, www.wintfuneralhome.com |
Sunday, June 20, 2010 11:38 AM |
MOSE, HOWARD NEIL; of Waterford; June 19, 2010; age 92; born October 24, 1917 in Chicago, IL. |
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Harold Edward Werkman, Jr., 84, of Coldwater, formerly of Fort Wayne, Ind. died Thursday, May 13, 2010, in Okemos at Bickford Assisted Living. He was born Oct. 3, 1925 in Fort Wayne, Ind. He was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, LaDonna (Ladd) on Dec. 19, 2007 and earlier his parents Harold Edward and Martha, and his sister Gloria Shimer.   He is survived by his children: Mary (Clarke Anderson) of Okemos, Gary (Jackie) of Coldwater and Tim (Gail) of Houston, Texas; grandchildren David, Chris, and Amy Anderson of Okemos, Blair (Tony) Rogers of Summerville, S.C., Douglas and Jeffrey Werkman of Coldwater and Tim Werkman, Jr. of Houston, Texas, sisters Ruth Bliahu of Memphis, Tenn. and Ann Wilson of Elk Rapids; sisters-in-law, Roberta Didion and Ginger Ladd and brothers-in-law, Paul (Judy) Ladd of Fort Wayne, Ind. and Larry (Bette) Ladd of Nashville, Ind.   Harold (Lefty) graduated from South Side High School in 1943. He was very active in basketball, tennis and baseball through high school. He enlisted in the US Navy in Nov. 1943 and was in the V12 program at University of Michigan and the Institute of Technology of Chicago, Ill. until May 1946. He was a 1948 aeronautical engineering graduate of University of Michigan, where he was also the 15th man on the basketball team. He worked in the Design Center at International Harvester from 1948 until 1982 in Fort Wayne.   He and Donna permanently moved to their lake home in 1977, where they lived until 2000, followed by a home in Coldwater. He lived in Okemos for the last 16 months of his life. He was a lifelong member of Trinity English Lutheran Church in Fort Wayne.   A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on June 26, 2010 at Krauss Chapel, Trinity English Lutheran Church, 405 W. Wayne St., Fort Wayne, IN 46802. Visitation one hour prior to service. Memorials may be made to Trinity Church. |
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Harry E. Hagadorn, 53, of Johannesburg, died March 15, 2010. |
Harry G. Isanhart Clare Harry G. Isanhart, age 84, passed away on Saturday, June 11, at Mid Michigan Medical Center in Midland. He was born the son of Glen and Ruth (Alberts) Isanhart on October 12, 1925 in Marion, Michigan. His wife Theola preceded him in death. He had moved to Clare from DeWitt in 2002. Harry was a self employed Farrier and had worked also as a Rodeo Clown. He was the owner and operator of the "On Golden Pond Farm" and loved wheeling and dealing as well as buying and selling livestock, particularly horses. He had served with the United States Marine Corps. during WWII and was a member of the Clare Moose Lodge. Harry is survived by his companion, Sally Murphy, two sons, Douglas Keith (Mary Jo) Isanhart of Conway, Arkansas and Tom Isanhart of Dewitt., Michigan, his brothers John Isanhart of Evart, Mi. and Irwin Isanhart of Zephyrhills, Florida. Also surviving are seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, June 16, at 11 a.m. from the Clare Chapel of Stephenson-Wyman Funeral Home with graveside services at 2:30 p.m. at the Gunnisonville Cemetery near Dewitt. A luncheon followed at the Dewitt VFW Post. If you are unable to attend, you are invited to sign the Isanhart family online condolence register at |
Harry R. Smith Lansing Died June 16, 2010 at the age of 71. Born in Niles, Michigan August 16, 1938 the son of Dorothy (Alwood, Smith) Lautzenhizer and Harold T. Smith. He is survived by his wife June, daughter Lisa (Scott) MacKenzie, son Mark, and granddaughter Shiana. Harry's mother, Dorothy, also survives. The first in his family to go to college, he held both Bachelors and Masters Degrees from Michigan State University. Harry worked for the State of Michigan in Vocational Rehabilitation and upon retirement, for MARO. Harry will be remembered for his extraordinary career accomplishments, exhaustive professional service contributions at the local, state, and national levels, and the significant, long-term impact he had on the lives of citizens with disabilities, and those professionals who provide rehabilitation services over the past 35 years. According to his wishes, there will be no funeral or memorial service. Harry's final gift was to the MSU Willed Body Program. Friends and family are invited to celebrate his life at an Irish-style wake on July 11 at Rookie's in Lansing at 2p.m. Memorial donations to Ralf A. Peckham Memorial Foundation, Dr. Michael J Leahy, College of Education, Michigan State University, 463 Erickson Hall, East Lansing, MI 48824 (517) 432-0605. View/share online tributes/condolences at |
71, of Lansing, retired state vocational rehabilitation administrator, died Wednesday. Gathering 2 p.m. July 11 at Rookie's, Lansing. |
Friday, June 18, 2010 12:06 PM |
Hazel (Swanson) Beach, 99, of Flint, died June 14, 2010, at Willowbrook Manor. |
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Herbert T. Poole, a dedicated and loving husband, father and grandfather, completed his journey surrounded by his family on June 13th A memorial service will be held at Sacred Heart Church in Riggsville on Wednesday June 16th at 1:00 pm with a luncheon to follow. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune. |
Howard John Barrons Lansing Died June 16, 2010 at the age of 90. He was born in Calumet, Michigan on March 16, 1920 the son of Henry and Rose (Bussiere) Barrons. He was a veteran of World War II serving with the 8th Army Air Force. He was a graduate of Michigan Tech University in 1949 earning a B.S. degree in Metallurgical Engineering. Howard worked for the Michigan Department of Transportation for 34 years and retired in 1985. Howard married the love of his life Gertrude Nicholls on February 7, 1942, and she survives him. Also surviving are his six children, Gayle Barrons, Marcia (Steve) Maiville, Fr. Brian Barrons M. M., Carol (Dave) Schafer, Joan (Mike) Wood and Bruce (Jan) Barrons and 11 grandchildren; Kevin, Kelly and Michael Schafer, Emily and Thomas Wood, Morgan, Julie, Howard and Paul Barrons, Mark and Matthew Maiville. His brothers Walter and Norman (Ann), and his sister Adeline Macario survive Howard. Howard was a member of St. Gerard Catholic Church and a former member of Holy Cross Catholic Church. He was a member of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul and served as president of the Lansing District Council for many years. He will always be remembered for his service to the poor. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday at 11:00a.m. at St. Gerard Catholic Church with Rev. Fr. Brian Barrons M. M. and Rev. Fr. John P. Klein as co-celebrants. Rite of committal will follow in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday, 2-4:30p.m. at St. Gerard Church where the rosary will be prayed at 4:00p.m. Visitation continues Monday at 10:00a.m. at the church. In lieu of flowers the family suggest donations to Fr. Brian Barrons' mission work in China or the St. Vincent de Paul Society St. Gerard Conference.Condolences can be made at |
90, of Lansing, retired state Department of Transportation engineer, died Wednesday. Services 11 a.m. Monday at St. Gerard Catholic Church. Arrangements by Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Delta Chapel. |
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Ida Mae Anderson, 91, formerly of Allen and Fairfield, Ill., passed away Friday, June 18, 2010 at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility, Hillsdale.   She was born Aug. 8, 1918, in Elm River Twp, Wayne County, Ill., to Albert Joseph and Ethel V. (Markhan) Lambrich. In addition to being a homemaker, Ida had driven a taxi-cab and worked in area factories. She attended Allen Baptist Church, had been a member of the Northside Baptist Church in Fairfield, Ill. and taught Vacation Bible and Sunday Schools. She enjoyed sewing, cooking and Bible study. Survivors include daughter Eleanor (Walter) Coan of Allen, sister Viola Mitchell of Owensborough, Kent., brothers Wesley “Bud” (Betty) Lambrich in Johnstown, Pa., Carroll Lambrich of Fairfield, Ill. and Dean (Dorothy) Lambrich of Cisne, Ill., 12 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and 23 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, four sisters, four brothers, one son and one daughter in infancy, three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Monday, 7 p.m., at the George White Funeral Home, Reading, with Reverend Alan Fenstermaker officiating. Visitation is scheduled Monday from 4 p.m. until time of service. Interment will be on Tuesday, 2 p.m. (3 p.m. Mich. time) at the Old German Cemetery in Cisne, Ill.   Memorials are suggested to the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. |
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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. |
Irene D. Foster Williamston Born February 18, 1914, the daughter of Edwin and Nellie (Parker) White in Detroit, Michigan. Irene D. Foster died June 12, 2010 at the age of 96. Irene worked within the Farm Recording Keeping Service of Michigan State University for 25 years and enjoyed traveling and baking. Irene and Larry enjoyed and had a second home over a forty year period at Houghton Lake. Irene was preceded in death by her parents; one sister; husband, Lawrence Calvin Foster; daughter, Shirley (Foster) Graham; son-in-law, Thomas O. Graham; grandsons, Larry and Jim Graham; and great-grandson, Chris Graham. She is survived by granddaughters, Patty (Tom) Enfield, Jan (Fred) Northrup, Nancy Graham and Martha (David) Smalley; grandsons, Mark (Sherrie) Graham, Gene Graham (Ed McDonald) and Will (Stephanie) Graham; 17 great-grandchildren; 19 great-great grandchildren; and daughter-in-law, Patricia J. Graham. A gift of Human Anatomy at Michigan State University has taken place and no memorial services are planned at this time. Memorial contributions may be made to Mission of Mercy Cameroon Africa fbo Becky Broughton, First Assembly of God, 2717 West Road, East Lansing, MI 48823 (A healthcare ministry). The family is being served by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 1730 E. Grand River Ave., East Lansing, MI. Online condolences may be sent at |
96, of Haslett, retired Michigan State University record keeper, died June 12. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, East Chapel, East Lansing. |
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NEILANDS, JOYCE M.; age 75; was born May 2, 1935 in Detroit, Michigan and died on June 17, 2010 in Commerce Twp., Michigan. Beloved wife of Alex for 49 years; loving mother of Ingrid, Michael (Eileen), and Anita (Curt) Johnson; cherished grandmother of Ryan, Drake, Olivia, and Erica; great grandmother of Sabrina; dear sister of Suzanne Szpara and Betty Jean McPhail. |
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Jack Lloyd Barker, 73, an attorney in Hillsdale, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 16, 2010, in Kalamazoo, from complications due to a stroke. Jack was born on April 5, 1937, in Compton, Ky., the son of Averile (Horton) Barker and William Harold Barker. He was married on March 23, 1963, to CarolAnn Coppler. She preceded him in death. Jack graduated in 1954 from Colon High School. He served in the U.S. Army, from 1959-1961 and entered Hillsdale College in the fall of 1961. He met his wife CarolAnn while at Hillsdale College (Class of 1963) and graduated in 1965. He attended the Law School of Wayne State University, and was a graduate of the class of 1971. Jack is survived by his daughter, Shawn-Laree de St. Aubin of Chicago; and his four brothers: Adrian (Helen) of Hoyt Lakes, Minn.; Raymond Gerald (Ruth) of Winter Haven, Fla.; Richard (Dorothy) of Titusville, Fla.; and Bill (Ann) of Kodiak, Ala., and his companion, Carol Ringenberg. Memorial services for Jack Barker will be held at 4 p.m. Tuesday at the George Roche Sports Center, Hillsdale College. The family will receive friends for visitation  from 5-8:30 p.m. Monday at VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. For those planning an expression of sympathy, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to Hillsdale College or to St. Peter’s Free Clinic, Hillsdale. To view this obituary and send condolences please visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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James Burgan, of Cheboygan, formerly of St. Clair Shores, died Monday, June 7, in Warren He became a member of the WXYZ-TV family in the studios of the Maccabees Building in downtown Detroit in the 1950s. Read more HERE in Saturday's Tribune. |
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James F. McDonald, president of General Motors Corporation from 1981-1987, of Vero Beach, Fla., and formerly of Bloomfield Hills and Harbor Springs, died June 13, 2010, at the age of 87. |
James Floyd Hutson, 51, of Houston, Texas, died suddenly Friday, June 11, 2010 at his home. |
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James Lowell Baggerly, 76, of Traverse City, passed away Sunday, June 13, 2010 at his home. James was born Feb. 24, 1934 in Coldwater to the late Leon and Alice (Green) Baggerly. He honorably served at the Empire Air Force Station from 1953-1955 and one year in the Air Force in Morocco, North Africa. After his time in the service, he married Rosela E. Stearns on Sept. 24, 1960 in Traverse City.  James worked diligently at the State Hospital for 34 years. After retirement, he enjoyed gardening, history, reading, traveling and spending time at the Senior Center. Surviving James is his wife; Rosela, children; Scott (Chonda) Baggerly of Traverse City and Carol Joellen Baggerly of Grand Rapids, sisters JoAnn (Dean) Dygert of Battle Creek and Jeanie (Bill) Milnes of Coldwater and several nieces, nephews, cousins and two cats Brandy and Peaches.   Services have taken place. Burial will take place at Grand Traverse Memorial Gardens at a later date. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Salvation Army or the Humane Society. Please sign James’ online guestbook at www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com. The family is being served by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home.   |
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Janet Geary, 67, of Harbor Springs, died June 13, 2010, at her home. |
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Janet Kay Geary, 67, of Harbor Springs, passed away peacefully June 13, 2010, at her home with her family by her side. |
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Janice K. Waterman Janice "Jan" K. Waterman, age 64, died June 14, 2010. Loving and adored daughter of the late Arthur and Agnes Waterman. Beloved sister of Sharon (Neal) Swanson and Richard (Gail) Waterman. Proud aunt of Richard (Celma), John (Sue), and Matt (Lisa) Waterman, and great-aunt of MaryElizabeth, Brendon, John Patrick, and Connor Waterman. Jan retired after a more than 30-year career as a registered nurse. Memorial visitation will take place on Monday from 9 a.m. until time of service 11 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Road). In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Jan's name would be appreciated to In House Hospice or to the Michigan Humane Society. Share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com. |
Janice Louise (Emmick) Baden July 31, 1945 - June 14, 2010 Wednesday, June 16, 2010 12:51 PM |
Janice Louise (Emmick) Baden, age 64, of Rossford, Ohio, went to be with our Heavenly Father and her son Joseph Nicholas in her home, surrounded by her family and best friends, on Monday, June 14, 2010. |
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Jeanette De Ridder, 96, of Holland, died Friday, June 18, 2010, at Oak Crest Manor. Funeral services are 11 a.m. Monday at the Downtown Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 29 E. Ninth St. Burial will be in North Holland Cemetery. Visitation is Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. and Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
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A service of remembrance and celebration will be held for Jennie Van Den Berge at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, June 22, at the Woodlawn Ministry Center, 3190 Burton St S.E., Grand Rapids, MI.   The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, donations be sent in Jennie’s name to the Christian Reformed World Relief Committee, 2850 Kalamazoo SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49560.   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. |
76, of Bradenton, Fla., formerly of Lansing, died May 16. Memorial services noon Friday at Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Holt-Delhi Chapel. |
78, of Lansing, died Friday. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. |
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Joann McMillan, 66, of Trout Lake, formerly of Holland, died Saturday, June 19, 2010, at Holland Hospital. Services will be announced by the family at a later date. The family is being served by Lakeshore Memorial Services. |
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Joe W. Woods, 67, formerly of Adrian, passed away Monday, June 14, 2010, at Ohio State University Medical Center. Joe was born Aug. 18, 1942, in Cascilla, Miss., the son of Silas and Mattie Lue (Weston) Woods. He retired from General Motors with over 30 years of service. Joe is survived by four daughters, Chama (Gary) Davis-Chitwood of Adrian, Shelley (Douglas) Mielock of East Lansing, Kari Jo Woods of Plymouth and Kristin (Kyle Quirk) Woods of Ann Arbor; seven grandchildren, Marcus Perez, Mikale Perez, Tyler Davis, Tianna Woods, Mackenzie Lowell, Alexander Mielock and Jessica Mielock; and his siblings, Elnore Pitman, Willie Lou McCoy, Cathy Weston, LQ Weston, Marie Weston, Bobbi Jean Weston, Henry Ed Woods, Silas Woods Jr. and Earl Woods. In addition to his parents, Joe was preceded in death by three stepchildren, Tyrone, Tony and Curtis Morgan; and a brother, Johnny Mell Weston. The funeral service for Joe will be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 19, 2010, at Wagley Funeral Home in Adrian. Friends may visit the family at the funeral home on Saturday from 2 p.m. until the service at 4 p.m.  Condolences may be sent to his family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com.   |
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John E. Hofbauer, 81, of Petoskey, passed away at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital on June 16, 2010. |
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Jan. 17, 1917-June 18, 2010 John Taw Mays, 93, of Alpena and St. Louis passed away Friday, June 18, 2010, at the home of his daughter in Alpena. Visitation for John will take place at the Dewey Funeral Home in Alma on Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. The funeral service will be held at the St. Louis Church of Christ on M-46 Tuesday June at 11 a.m. Dr. Keith Wise will officiate. Burial will take place in Oak Grove Cemetery. |
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Joyce M. Wood Grand Ledge Age 58, passed away on June 17, 2010 at her home. She is survived by her husband of 34 years, Craig Wood, children: Felicia (Scott) Becker, Shanna (Darin) Ross and Dustin (Carrie) Wood; 7 grandchildren; 2 brothers Ken (Linda) and Larry (Chris) Ralston, and mother-in-law, Donna Wood. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, June 23, 2010 - 1:00 p.m. at the Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge, with visitations to begin at 11:00 a.m. Online condolences may be made at |
Judy (Perkins) Church Williamston Judy (Perkins) Church, 58, passed away Tuesday June 15, at her home under the loving care of her family. In her 40 years as a child care provider, she loved and cared for many children. She is survived by husband, Jeff Church, children Jamie (Jim) Smith, Justin (Angie) Church, Jermyn Church and Jodi Church, 9 grandchildren; Joshua, Jacob, Jordan, Jaron, Julia, Jonah, Owen, Olivia, and Caleb, her father Charles Perkins, sister Linda Hakl, nephew Bryan Hakl. She was predeceased by her mother Mary Perkins, brothers David and Dale and sister Denise. A gathering of family and friends will take place on Thursday June 17 from 6-8 p.m. and memorial service Friday June 18 at 11:00 a.m. with both being held at the West Locke Wesleyan Church located at 2652 Haslett Rd. Williamston, MI 48895. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the Church family. Online condolences may be sent to |
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Karl A. Peters, 79, of Coleman, died on June 6, 2010, at the Toni and Trish House, surrounded by his family, after a short battle with cancer. |
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Karl H. Ulrich, 80, of Deerfield passed away Thursday, June 17, 2010, at his home under the loving care of his family. Karl was born Sept. 29, 1929, in Neujugelow, Pommern, Germany, the son of Albert and Magdalena (Luebeck) Ulrich. On June 12, 1954, Karl married Rosalia Roeckl in Toledo, Ohio. Karl was stationed in Germany while serving in the United States Army from 1954-1956. Karl was a tool and die maker for City Machine Tool in Toledo for 26 years. He then worked for Allied Products in Hillsdale, and most recently Chrysler Jeep in Toledo where he retired from in 1995. He was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Riga. Karl was a member of GBU and actively involved with the Schuetzenverein Shooting Club. He was also a member of the GAF Society Retirees. Karl and Rosalia helped organize the first German American Festival in Toledo during the 1960’s and continued working on them for over 40 years. In addition to Rosalia, his wife of 56 years, Karl is survived by a son, Carl (Stacey) Ulrich of Deerfield; a daughter, Linda (Kevin) Heffelfinger of Hicksville, Ohio; six grandchildren: Daniel, Rick, Paul, Chelsea, Heidi and Brittany; seven great-grandchildren: Alexis, Kaylee, Jorden, Gavin, Jaida, Allyson and Valentina; a brother, Herbert (Hannelore) Ulrich of Germany; and a sister, Margrit (Adam) Werner, also of Germany. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Gerhardt Ulrich; two sisters, Dora Meier and Editha Luthardt; and a great grandson, Aiden J. Ulrich. The funeral service for Karl will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, June 21, 2010, at Wagley Funeral Home Tagsold Chapel in Blissfield with Pastor James Seelow officiating. Burial will follow at Deerfield Township Cemetery. Friends may visit the family at the funeral home on Sunday from 2 to 6 p.m. You may also send condolences at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Karl may be made to Hospice of Lenawee. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home Tagsold Chapel. |
Katherine (Kay Sparling) Sampson Age 77, passed away May 28, 2010. Beloved Mother of Kristin (Jimmy) Landes, Prudy (Steve) Crews, Mark (Carrie) Halcott, Dyke (Duana) Sampson, and her much loved Stoli; sister of Robert Sparling; grandmother of 11. great-grandmother of 4. Preceded in death by her parents: Robert and Florence Sparling. Memorial service will be held on Saturday June 26, at 10:30a.m. at Burden Funeral Home, 1806 E Michigan Ave, Jackson. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the Denver Dumb Friends League, 2080 S. Quebec St., Denver, CO 80231. To offer condolences, please visit |
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Kathlyn R. Hribljan, 92, of Charlevoix, died June 17, 2010, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. |
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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; sister-in-law, Sherry Davis; 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 Gushwa 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.   |
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JOHNSON, LAURITA DORIS; age 82; of Lake Orion; passed away June 13, 2010. |
LaVerne D. Minton July 5, 1935-June 15, 2010 Wednesday, June 16, 2010 12:53 PM |
LaVerne D. Minton, age 74, of Monroe, died 1:41 a.m. Tuesday, June 15, 2010 in his home. He had been in poor health for 4 years. |
64, of Mason, Vietnam War Navy veteran, died June 11. There will be no services. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home, Ball Dunn Chapel, Mason. |
71, of Newaygo, retired Baribeau & Sons Jewelry (Grand Rapids) owner and jeweler, died May 19. Services have been held. Arrangements by McKinley Funeral Home, Newaygo Chapel. |
Larry VanderVlucht June 2, 1939-June 14, 2010 Thursday, June 17, 2010 10:43 AM |
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Laurence R. Cappel, 62, of Flint and Bay View, died June 13, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital. |
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Lawrence Arthur Raymond Mason Lawrence came into this world in Stockbridge, MI on August 18, 1925 and left on June 9, 2010 at the age of 84 in his home surrounded by loved ones. He left behind his wife, Phyllis of 63 years, and four children, Laura Eifert, Margret (Don) Brown, Florence Ables, and Lawrence Clare (Cheryl) Raymond, 13 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, 3 sisters, 3 brothers, and many many nieces, nephews, and unrelated loved ones. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clare & Margret Raymond, 2 brothers, David and Elmer, 4 sisters, Lorna, Eunice, Bernice, and Margret Elizabeth, 3 sons-in-law, Chris, Mike, and Johnny. He led a very full life and loved his family very much. Everyone that was brought home became family. His passing leaves a great void in many lives. Anyone wishing to make contributions can do so to the Dansville Free Methodist church. The family is being served by the Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Mason. On-line condolences may be sent to |
62, of Houghton Lake, formerly of Lansing, former general laborer, died Saturday. Private services have been held. Arrangements by Christler Funeral Home, Prudenville. |
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Leslie "Les" E. Smith Okemos Age 59, formerly of Flint, died Saturday, June 19, 2010. Services will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 22, 2010 at Sharp Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Rd., Flint with Felton Shoults officiating. Interment will follow at Flint Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituaries page of |
Lila M. Mitchell, 84 PORT HURON- Mrs. Lila M. Mitchell, 84, died Friday, June 18, 2010. She is survived by three sons, Robert, Mark and Alan Mitchell.Private family services will be held. Arrangements are by Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. |
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Linda Ann Renaud June 18, 2010 Sunday, June 20, 2010 12:02 AM |
Linda Ann Renaud, 54, of Monroe died Friday at home. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service. |
Linda T. Myers Fowler Linda T. Myers, 64, of Fowler, passed away on June 13, 2010, at her home surrounded by her family. Mrs. Myers was born November 10, 1945, in St. Johns, Michigan, the daughter of Roman and Helen (Brandt) Armbrustmacher. Linda was a loving wife to her husband, Mark, of 45 years. They were married on August 7, 1965, in Fowler, where they raised six sons. She was a devoted stay-at-home mom and housewife while raising her children. Linda later worked as a cook at Fowler Public Schools and then with the Department of Natural Resources. After retirement she enjoyed family time at their cottage, gardening, and bird watching. She was a devout parishioner of Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church and an avid member of the TOPS club in Fowler. Linda is survived by her husband; sons, Anthony of Chicago, IL, Curt (Michelle) of Potterville, Jamey (Cindi) of Chesapeake, VA, Jonathan (Lisa) of Shepherd, Matthew (Staci) of Westphalia, and Brad (Cynthia) of Fowler; and 13 grandchildren, Ashley, Rachel, Justin, Donovan, Paige, Andrea, Jordan, Halie, Tessa, Candis, Ryan, Braxton and Easton Myers. Linda is also survived by her brothers, Robert and Raymond (Janet) Armbrustmacher. She was preceded in death by her parents, and sister-in-law, Alma Armbrustmacher. Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, June 17, 2010 at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Fowler with Fr. Dennis Howard presiding. Burial to follow at Most Holy Trinity Cemetery. The family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., with rosaries prayed at 3 and 8 p.m., at the Goerge Chapel of Osgood Funeral Homes of Fowler. Contributions may be made in Linda's memory to the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition, PO Box 7086 , Dallas, Texas, 75209, or, Sparrow Hospice, or, St. Joseph's Indian School, 1301 North Main St., Chamberlain, SD, 57325. To learn more about Linda and view her Life Story Film, visit her personal webpage at |
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Lloyd Haynes Oct. 3, 1924 - June 14, 2010 Wednesday, June 16, 2010 12:51 PM |
Lloyd Haynes, 85 years, a life-long resident of Monroe, MI, passed away Monday, June 14, 2010 at Tendercare of Monroe. Lloyd had been in declining health for 6 months. |
Mrs. Lois A. Smith, age 95, of Belmont, and formerly of Scottville, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 17, 2010. She was a 1932 graduate of Scottville High School and former owne... |
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Loraine L. Halstead, 96, of Cheboygan passed away Sunday, June 6, 2010 at Tendercare of Cheboygan. A graveside service will be held on Aug. 21, 2010 at 11 a.m. at the West Ford River Cemetery in Ford River Township, south of Escanaba. Read more HERE in Thursday's Tribune. |
Louis Foutch of Lansing was born on Sept. 10, 1931, in Gladwin, to Right C. and Frances A. Foutch. |
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IBRAN, MARIA EUGENIA; Professor. Died peacefully in Connecticut at the age of 75. She is survived by her son Alain Hadges. |
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GUTIERREZ, MARY E.; of Waterford; June 15, 2010 at 89 years of age; dear mother of Michael Gutierrez; loving daughter of the late Porfirio and the late Petra Duran; sister of Joseph (Jean) Duran, the late Carlos Duran, the late Bea Flores, and the late Esther Mitchell; sister in law of Robert Mitchell and Frank Flores. |
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BONDS, MR. FREDDIE D; age 63; passed away Friday, June 11, 2010, at Crittenton Hospital. |
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Mabel Marie Gamblin Mabel Marie Gamblin (Sunde), age 93, of Warren passed away June 18, 2010, at home. She was the beloved wife of the late Oral Gamblin. Loving mother of daughters Alice Triglia (Nick), Karen Lowry (Fred), and Sharon Salisbury (Bob). She was the beloved grandmother of 16 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. She leaves behind four sisters and one brother; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by sons, Henry and Gary Robertson; and four brothers. Mabel enjoyed family and friends, playing pinochle, reading and also was a very devoted Detroit Tigers fan. She will be sorely missed by all. Visitation at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. 15 Mile Road (at Schoenherr), Monday 3-9 p.m. and Tuesday 1-9 p.m. Funeral service Wednesday 11:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Memories to be shared at www.bcfh.com. |
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Margo J. Burroughs, 77, of LaGrange, Ind., died Friday, June 18, 2010, at Parkview LaGrange Hospital in LaGrange. A lifetime LaGrange County resident, Mrs. Burroughs graduated with the class of 1951 from LaGrange High School. She was a homemaker and worked for 24 years at Duo-Therm/Dometic in LaGrange. She was a member of Mount Zion Lutheran Church and Sylvan Chapter #251 Order of Eastern Star, both in LaGrange. Mrs. Burroughs was born Jan. 29, 1933, in Sturgis, to Leon R. and Merna (Ridley) Paulus. On April 5, 1953, she married Robert G. Burroughs Jr. in LaGrange. He survives in LaGrange. Also surviving are two daughters and a son-in-law, Cathy Schweitzer of Whitehouse, Tenn., and Bobbi and Dick Craig of LaGrange; three sons and daughters-in-law, Tom and Kate Burroughs of Indianapolis, Dave and Jenny Burroughs of Shipshewana, Ind., and Mike and Cathy Burroughs of Howe; eight grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren; five great-grandchildren; five step-great-grandchildren; and a sister and brother-in-law, Carol “Cap” and Roger Olds of Sturgis. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a sister, Mary “Joni” Mendez. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Monday at Frurip-May Funeral Home, 309 W. Michigan St., LaGrange, with an Order of Eastern Star Service at 7:30 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Mount Zion Lutheran Church, 797 N. Detroit St., LaGrange, with the Rev. Sandy Hutchens officiating. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery in LaGrange. Memorials may be made to Parkview Home Health and Hospice or Mount Zion Lutheran Church. Condolences may be left for the family at www.fruripmayfuneralhome.com.   |
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Marian Walter Gruzwalski Marian Walter Gruzwalski, age 82, of Eastpointe, died Wednesday, June 16, 2010 at Beaumont Hospital-Grosse Pointe Campus. Marian was born April 16, 1928 in Detroit, the son of the late Marijan and the late Victoria Gruzwalski. Mr. Gruzwalski is survived by his children, Walter Gruzwalski, Bill (Anne) Gruzwalski, Kathryn Turturice, Pamela (John) Redwick, Debra Gruzwalski, and Richard (Linda) Gruzwalski. He was the beloved brother of Archie, Henry, Geraldine, Casimir, Ronald "Joe", and Leo. Also surviving are 18 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Closing prayers for Mr. Gruzwalski will be held Monday 9:45 a.m. from the D.S. Temrowski and Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12 1/2 mile), processing to St. Edmund Catholic Church for the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. Celebrating the Liturgy will be Rev. Fr. Robert Witkowski. Interment will be held Wednesday 2:30 p.m. at Great Lakes National Cemetery with full military honors. Visitation will be held Saturday 5-9 p.m. and Sunday 2-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Please share memories at www.Temrowski.com. |
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Marion F. Habarth Marion F. Habarth, age 95, of Jacksonville, Fla., and formerly of Clinton Township, passed away on June 16, 2010, in Jacksonville, Fla. She was born January 1, 1915, in Detroit. She was a comptometer operator for R.L. Polk. She enjoyed playing cards and going to bingo. Loving mother of Richard (Janice), Marilyn (Larry) Allbritten, Doris (Dennis) Sullivan, Patricia (Jerome) Rizzo and William. Also survived by 15 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by husband, Anthony "Bud." Funeral service, 9:30 a.m. Instate until time of liturgy at 10 a.m., Monday, June 21, at St. Mary Queen of Creation Church, 50931 Maria, New Baltimore. Burial, St. Mary Cemetery, New Baltimore. Visitation 2:30-8 p.m., with rosary at 7 p.m., Sunday, June 20 at Gendernalik Funeral Home, 35259 23 Mile Road, New Baltimore. |
Marjorie Darbon Haslett Born November 21, 1921 to the Late Orvil and Flo Lawrence; Marjorie Marion Darbon died June 10, 2010 at the age of 88. She grew up in Grand Ledge, Michigan. During WWII she worked as "Rosie the Riveter" at the Diamond REO factory in Lansing. After the war, she worked at Knapps and Jacobsons. Marjorie took great pride in her home; inside and out. She also loved spending time with family and friends on Drummond Island. There were countless days spent fishing or exploring the island and most evenings ended with a campfire. Rain or shine, there was always laughter at the Darbon camp! Marjorie was preceded in death by her husband Neil M. Darbon; and sisters Edie Lawrence and Bonnie Webb. She is survived by her daughter Pamela (Bill) Porterfield; son Greg (Susie) Darbon; grandchildren Melisa Porterfield, Amanda (Eric-Sean) Gotcher, and Elizabeth Darbon; great-grandchildren Colter Sutton, Halen, Karley and EJ Gotcher; brother Keith Lawrence, and sister Jane Lawrence. A Funeral Mass will be held Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 1:00 p.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 955 Alton Rd., East Lansing with the Rev. Mark Inglot officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the, , Michigan Great Lakes Chapter, 310 N. Main, Suite 100, Chelsea, MI 48118 in memory of Marjorie. Online condolences may be made at |
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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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Martha Alice Curtis, 74, passed away earlier this year on March 5, 2010. A graveside service will be held in her honor at Greenwood Cemetery at 2 p.m. on Friday, June 18. Arrangements are by Stone Funeral Home. |
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Martin R. Hart, 98, of Holland, died Friday, June 18, 2010, at Providence Health Care. A funeral service will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 23, at North Blendon Reformed Church, 7224 Taylor in Hudsonville. Burial will be in Allendale Cemetery. Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 22, at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James St. in Holland. 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. |
Monday, June 14, 2010 8:35 AM |
Mary Elizabeth Czarnecki, age 30, of Petoskey, died unexpectedly on Friday, June 11, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital surrounded by her loving and devoted mother, Anna. |
Mary LaBrecque Dalton Nov. 2, 1917-June 16, 2010 Sunday, June 20, 2010 12:03 AM |
Mary LaBrecque Dalton (nee Boslooper), 92, of Naples, Florida died on Wednesday, June 16 at a local care facility. |
Mary Lewis Craig, 58, of Michigan City, died Tuesday morning, June 15, at St. Anthony Memorial Hospital, Michigan City. Lakeview Funeral Home and Crematory in La Porte, Indiana, is in charge of arrang... |
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In Loving Memory Happy 25th Birthday! Matthew Gary Boddy June 21, 1985 - Oct. 18, 2003 Angels carried him; He walks with God. Love Mom & Dad |
Merelene M. Terre You are invited to a celebration, honoring the life of Merelene M. Terrel, formerly of Mason. A memorial, and luncheon, will be held Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 11:00 a.m. Eden United Brethran Church, 1938 Eden Road, Mason. Merelene passed away September 7, 2009 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. |
Merlyn "Merlie" R. Clark March 11, 1927-June 12, 2010 Thursday, June 17, 2010 11:38 AM |
Merlyn ?Merlie? R. Clark was born in Monroe, MI, March 11, 1927 to Mabel and Burton Clark. He passed away on Saturday, June 12, 2010 at Fountain View at the age of 83 following a lengthy illness. |
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Michael Joseph Bair Michael Joseph Bair, age 56, of Warren, passed away Tuesday, June 15, 2010, at St. John Macomb-Oakland Hospital, Oakland Center, Madison Heights. He was born June 11, 1954, in Mishawaka, Indiana. He is survived by his parents, Joseph and Mary Margaret Bair; brothers, Richard (Kim) Bair of Perrysburg, Ohio, Charles (Sharon) Bair of Wabash, Indiana, Mark (Kathleen) Bair of Warren, John (Fawn) Bair of Warren, and Dan (Linda) Bair of Romeo; and many loving nieces, nephews, grandnephews and grandnieces. A memorial visitation will be held Monday, June 21, 2010, 10 a.m. until the time of service 11 a.m. at St. David's Episcopal Church. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Share your memories at www.sawyerfuller.com. |
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Charles Marvin Aug. 14, 1931 — June 13, 2010 Charles Marvin, 78, of Hillsdale, passed away Sunday, June 13, 2010, at the McGuire Skilled Nursing Facility in Hillsdale. Funeral arrangements are pending at the George White Funeral Home, Reading.   |
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Charles W. Marvin, 78, of Hillsdale, passed away Sunday, June 13, 2010, at the McGuire Skilled Nursing Facility, Hillsdale. He was born Aug. 14, 1931, in Pittsford, to Earl and Beulah (Hess) Marvin. He was a part-time farmer and retired from DCA in Hillsdale after 25 years of employment. Charles had worked with the Hillsdale County 4-H and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and riding and working on motorcycles. He loved the land and his family. On July 23, 1951, he married Florence Baughman and she survives. Also surviving are daughters, Marcia (Kenneth) Ledyard and Bonnie Starr, both of Montpelier, Ohio; son, Donald (Kathleen) Marvin, Camden; sisters, Shirley (Richard) Kelly, Kendallville, Ind. and Joan Chamberlain, Girard; brothers, Louis (Jenny) Marvin, Quincy and Max (Mary) Marvin, Tiffin, Ohio; nine grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister (Nina Briggs) and three brothers (Raymond, Herold and Robert Marvin). Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Thursday at the George White Funeral Home, Reading, with Pastor Mark Elliott officiating. Interment will follow in Frontier Cemetery. Visitation is scheduled Thursday from 11 a.m. until time of service. Memorials are suggested to the McGuire Skilled Nursing Facility or the family. |
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Donald A. Ost Feb. 7, 1928 — June 17, 2010 Donald A. Ost, 82, of Pittsford, passed away Thursday, June 17, 2010, at Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. He was born Feb. 7, 1928, in Adrian, the son of Martin A. and Clare (Newcomer) Ost. He married Esther Baker in Manchester, on Sept. 22, 1948, and she survives. Don retired from the maintenance department of Hillsdale College in 1988, after 10 years of service and he previously owned and operated Don’s Garage in Pittsford for over 30 years. He graduated from Addison High School Class of 1945, served in the U.S. Navy during WWII and enjoyed woodworking. Surviving Don besides his wife, Esther, are one daughter, Kay (Tom) Sharp of Pittsford; one son, David Ost of Pioneer, Ohio; four grandchildren, Michelle (Bruce) Sharp of Hillsdale, Jennifer (Louie) Lamoth of Mosherville, Jason Sharp of Pittsford and Brian and (Danielle) Sharp of Ransom; four great-great-grandchildren, Kimberly, Wyatt, Carter and Ellie. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Bonnie Valandra and one brother, Melvin Ost. Graveside services for Don will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, June 21 at North Rome Cemetery, Rome Township (Sandy Beach Road) with Dr. Rev. Samuel Wickard officiating. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Saturday at Eagle Funeral Home in Hudson. Those planning an expression of sympathy may make memorial contributions to Pittsford Jefferson Fire Department.   |
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Dorothy E. Traxler, 89, of Reading, passed away Sunday, June 13, 2010, at home. She was born Sept. 11, 1920, in Mecosta County, the daughter of Ellsworth and Winifred (Yarrington) Rigelman. Dorothy was a devoted homemaker and had also worked at Wagner Industries. She participated in the Neighborhood Watch group and was an assistant Cub Scout Den Mother. She also enjoyed reading her Bible. Survivors include five daughters, Jacqueline (Stanley) Champion, Reading, Sandra (Minion) Johns, Reading, Marilyn Adams, Camden, Pamela (Jim) Bowers, Jonesville and Penny (Larry) Bump Hillsdale; one son, Ronald (Penny) Traxler, Reading; one brother, Ellsworth (Evelyn) Rigelman, Olivet; one sister-in-law, Margaret Rigelman, Montgomery; 15 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother (Ralph), and one daughter (Sharon Lange). Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the George White Funeral Home, Reading, with Travis Traxler officiating. Interment will follow in Maplewood Cemetery. Visitation is scheduled from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to Hospice of Hillsdale County or the Hillsdale Community Health Center. |
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Jack L. Barker April 5, 1937 — June 16, 2010 Jack Lloyd Barker, 73, an attorney in Hillsdale, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 16, 2010, in Kalamazoo, from complications due to a stroke. Jack was born on April 5, 1937, in Compton, Ky, the son of Averile (Horton) Barker and William Harold Barker. He was married on March 23, 1963 to CarolAnn Coppler. She preceded him in death. Jack graduated in 1954 from Colon High School in Colon. He served in the U.S. Army, from 1959 to 1961 and entered Hillsdale College in the fall of 1961. He met his wife CarolAnn while at Hillsdale College (Class of 1963) and graduated in 1965. He attended the Law School of Wayne State University, and was a graduate of the class of 1971. After graduating from Hillsdale College, Jack worked at Ford Motor from 1965 until 1968, when he entered law school. Upon graduation from law school in 1971 he worked as head of the Trust Department for Manufacturer’s Bank in Detroit until he and CarolAnn moved to Hillsdale in 1973. He went into law practice with Emil Fry and became a very active member of the Hillsdale community. Jack had planned to retire from the practice of law, and tried his last case on Wednesday, June 9, 2010. Jack was a member of the Rotary Club, the Elks Club, Hillsdale Golf & Country Club, the Michigan Bar Association and Hillsdale County Bar Association. He was a board member of the Hillsdale Community Health Center and a member of the Hillsdale County Chamber of Commerce. He was a former member of the Hillsdale City Council. A very avid golfer, Jack took numerous golf trips every year with his friends. Jack was a huge booster and supporter of his alma mater, Hillsdale College. He was a member of the Hillsdale College Alumni Board for over 25 years; received the Alumni Board Recognition award in 1997; was the recipient of the Charger Club Award in 1975 and was a member of the Hillsdale College President’s Club. Jack is survived by his daughter, Shawn-Laree de St. Aubin of Chicago, Ill.; four brothers, Adrian (Helen) of Hoyt Lakes, Minn.; Raymond Gerald (Ruth) of Winter Haven, Fla.; Richard (Dorothy) of Titusville, Fla,; and Bill (Ann) of Kodiak, Alaska, and his companion, Carol Ringenberg. Memorial services for Jack Barker will be held at 4 p.m. Tuesday at the George Roche Sports Center, Hillsdale College. The family will receive friends for visitation from 5-8:30 p.m. Monday at VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. For those planning an expression of sympathy, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to Hillsdale College or to St. Peter’s Free Clinic, Hillsdale, MI. To view this obituary and send condolences please visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.     |
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Otha “Sandy” Sanderlin, Lake Placid, Fla. passed away March 3, 2010. He was born April 29, 1931, in Detroit. Survivors include wife, Sharon; children, Kevin, Carrie and Robin (deceased); eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; four brothers and two sisters. Graveside services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, June 19 at Lakeview Cemetery, Quincy. |
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Walter A. Stanton, 71, of Jonesville passed away Tuesday, June 15, 2010 at home. Born April 1, 1939, in Detroit, he was the son of Robert and Sophie (Mikonczyk) Stanton. He graduated from Jonesville High School, where he participated in FFA and 4-H, and had been employed at Union Steel in Albion. Survivors include sisters, Marlene (Fred) Miller of Mosherville, Martha Kunder of Illinois; brothers, David (Laura) Stanton of Glen Arbor, Fred (Mary) Stanton of Litchfield, Joe (Kay) Stanton of Kalamazoo, Jerry Stanton of Allen, Duane Stanton of Jonesville and Norvel (Mary) DuBay Charlotte. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister (Dorothy), and one brother (Dale). A Mass of Christian burial is scheduled for 11 a.m. Friday at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Hillsdale, with Father Thomas Butler officiating. Interment will follow in St. Anthony Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until time of service Friday. Memorials are suggested to St. Anthony Catholic Church. Arrangements by George White Funeral Home, Litchfield. |
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Norman Theodore Drumm, 82, of Coldwater and lifelong resident of Branch County, passed away Saturday, June 12, 2010, at home. He was born Nov. 11, 1927 in Concord to Clarence and Helen (Winchell) Drumm and served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict from 1952 – 1954. Norman was a farmer for most of his life and also worked at Maple Villa Farms in Quincy for 30 years, retiring in 1990. He was a past member of the Merry Mixers Square Dance Club, an avid fisherman, and loved the outdoors. On April 17, 1955, he married Carol Elaine Wonders and she preceded him in death in 1997. Also surviving are his children, Margaret (Mike) Michael of Montgomery, Larry (Ann) Drumm of Quincy, Susan (Mike) Martin of Quincy and Norman (Shelby) Drumm of Calera, Ala.; sisters, Stella (Fred) Trujello of Hillsdale, Ruth Harris of Tampa, Fla. and Clara Keck of Litchfield; brothers, Robert (Marge) Drumm of Detour, Willard “Bill” (Robin) Drumm of Battle Creek and Lenard (Mary) Drumm of Huntington, Ind.; 14 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother (Kenneth); two sisters, (Mildred and Joyce). Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the George White Funeral Home, Quincy, with the Rev. Clyde Wonders officiating. Interment will follow in Lester Cemetery, Algansee Township. Visitation is scheduled from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday. Memorials are suggested to the Branch County Food Pantry. |
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Other deaths Gerald F. Remilong, 59, of Sterling Heights, S.K. Schultz Funeral Home, Clinton Township |
Paula (Wurmlinger) Byrne VAIL, COLORADO Paula (Wurmlinger) Byrne, formerly of North Street, died Wednesday, June 16, 2010. She is survived by her son Shawn Byrne and daughter Nicole Byrne. A service is being planned at a future date. |
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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. |
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Peter W. Paisley Sr., 69, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, June 12, 2010, surrounded by his family. |
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Power outage causes delay in publication of Daily News Saturday, June 19, 2010 8:55 AM - Jim Pruitt, Staff Writer |
A loss of power from Friday night's storms kept the Hillsdale Daily News from being printed. Now with power restored, the paper will be printed and delivered later today. The Daily News regrets any inconvenience this may have caused anyone. |
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POPE, ROBERT ALAN; age 44; of Oxford; June 16, 2010. Loving son of Priscilla and the late James; dear brother of James Pope (Frances Leatch), Karen (Terry) Lafountain, Janice (Wayne) Burgess, Kathy (Jeffrey) Sanborn, and Linda Cummings; also survived by many nieces and nephews and his good friend Miriam. Robert loved cooking for his family. Memorial Service Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 11 a.m. |
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BRACKEN, ROBERT DALE; of Waterford; passed away at home on June 14, 2010 surrounded by his family; age 60. |
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Richard  C.  Wertz, 88, of Adrian passed away June 16, 2010, surrounded by his loving family. He was born July 23, 1921, in River Rouge, Mich. Richard served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, June 20, 2010, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with Rev. Chris Brundage of the First United Methodist Church, Adrian, officiating. Military honors will be performed by the Michigan Army National Guard Honor Guard. Visitation will be on Saturday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.  Condolences can be offered online at: www.pursefuneralhome.com. |
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Richard H. (Dick) Osbon Jr., age 76, of Colon, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, June 15, 2010, at Community Health Center of Branch County.  Dick was born Oct. 13, 1933, in Sturgis, a son of the late Richard H. and Dorotha D. (Slagle) Osbon Sr.  Dick had spent all of his life in the St Joseph County area except for the time he spent in the Military.  He graduated from Sturgis High School.  Dick served in the U.S. Marine Corps for 20 years retiring in 1972.He had served during the Korean and Vietnam wars and had received among other honors two Purple Hearts and a Bronze Star.  He was an active member of the Colon American Legion Post #454 where he had served as commander and was a member of the Colon Masonic Lodge #73 where he had served as Grand Master. He enjoyed fishing and playing pinochle.  He is survived by two daughters, Barb Osbon of Orion, Mich., and Patty (Jim) Miller of Colon; one granddaughter, Carly Miller of Colon; two sisters, Jean (Ray) Rynberg of Cedar Springs, and Roberta Drake of Colon; a brother, Delmar (Kathy) Gieber of Three Rivers; and many nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by one brother, Sheridan Osbon in 1980.  There will be no visitation, cremation has taken place.  A memorial service celebrating the life of Dick Osbon will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Schipper Funeral Home in Colon with, Mr. David J. Farrell officiating. Burial of the cremated remains will follow at Sherwood Cemetery with military honors conferred by the Colon American Legion Post #454.  If desired, the family suggest memorials be made in memory of Dick to either the Colon American Legion or Colon Masonic Lodge. Envelopes are available at the funeral home.                                               Hotmail is redefining busy with tools for the New Busy. Get more from your inbox. See how. |
Richard Lee Rouleau April 5, 1956-June 16, 2010 Saturday, June 19, 2010 1:44 AM |
Richard Lee Rouleau, 54, of Elberta, died Wednesday, June 16, 2010, at his home. |
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Richard “Ricky” Russell, 57, passed away June 16, 2010, in Barryton, Mich. Ricky was born March 30, 1953, in Hudson, Mich., the son of Albert and Viola (Kintner) Russell. He was a member of the First Church of the Brethren. Ricky will be missed by his family at the adult foster care home as well as his siblings, Carolyn (Richard) Schermerhorn of LaGrange, Ind., Charles (Jane) Russell of Waldron, Keith (Juanita) Russell of Jacksonville, Fla., Gary (Stephanie) Russell of Lyons, Ohio, and Tommy (Lisa) Russell of Blissfield; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. The funeral service for Ricky will be held at 3 p.m. on Monday, June 21, 2010, at Wagley Funeral Home with Pastor David Morton officiating. Burial will follow at Ogden Zion Cemetery. Friends may visit the family at the funeral home on Monday from 1 to 3 p.m. Condolences may be sent to www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. |
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 |
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Rita A. Rennie died June 7, 2010, and was buried downstate June 11. |
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Rita Janice McCue of Harbor Springs, passed away June 15, 2010, at her home. |
80, of Eagle, died Thursday. Services 11 a.m. Monday at Schrauben-Lehman Funeral Home, Portland. |
Robert Edwin Beachnau Lansing Age 81. Passed away Friday, June 18, 2010. Born January 10, 1929, the son of Fred and Lauretta Beachnau. Mr. Beachnau is survived by his wife of 57 years, Dorothy; children, Dan (Jeanne), Ken (Jeannine), Donna (Monty) Small, Karen (Eric) Wegener, Linda (Tom) Getzmeyer, and Loretta Williams; brother, Bill; 13 grandchildren, 3½great- grandchildren, 1 foster grandson, and many nieces and nephews. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 11:30 a.m., at St. Gerard Catholic Church with Rev. Fr. John Klein and Fr. Brian Barrons as Con-Celebrants. Entombment will follow in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., at Palmer, Bush & Jensen Family Funeral Homes-Delta Chapel, where the rosary will be prayed at 7:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Sparrow Home Hospice. The family wishes to thank Terry H. of Sparrow Home Hospice for her care and compassion given to Bob. Friends may sign the online guestbook at |
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Robert John Mollicone Robert John Mollicone, age 39, passed away June 17, 2010. In loving memory of Robert John who will live in our hearts forever. We are so blessed to have shared these first 39 years with him. Robert was a teacher of life who showed us how to take on challenges. He lived his life with the beautiful traits of integrity, perseverance and determination. We will remember him in our hearts forever. Beloved son of Lucy (nee Rossetti) and the late Domenic. Loving brother of Dino (Beth), Laura (Daniel) Allen and Donna (David) Semenas. Proud uncle of Shane and Alyssa Rose Allen. A memorial service will be held Thursday, July 1, 11 a.m. at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, 8129 Packard, Warren, MI. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to North Oakland Residential Services, Inc., c/o West Utica Group Home, P.O. Box 216, Oxford, MI 48317. Services handled by the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. 15 Mile Road (at Schoenherr) 586-977-7300. |
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. |
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Rolland "Ron" Z. Wheaton, 87, a three-year resident of Houghton Lake, died Monday, June 7, 2010. He was a member of the Houghton Lake United Methodist Church. |
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Ronald A. Gingerich, 63, of Mendon, died Saturday, June 12, 2010, at his home. His death was unexpected and due to natural causes. He was born April 12, 1947, in Washington, Iowa, to Chester and Barbara (Kauffman) Gingerich. He was self-employed in sales with R.T.W. RV Supply. Ronald was a talented musician, playing with the Windy River Band. He was an Army veteran and loved to hunt and fish. Survivors include three brothers, Ken (Leona) Gingerich of Albuquerque, N.M., Larry (Fran) Gingerich of Middlebury, Ind., Jim (Cindy) Gingerich of Shipshewana, Ind., and a special friend, Susie Marino of LaGrange, Ind. He was preceded in death by both parents. Visitation will be 2-8 p.m. Wednesday at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 South Main Street, Middlebury.   Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at  the funeral home. Services will be conducted by the Rev. Linford Martin. Burial will be in Grace Lawn Cemetery, Middlebury.   Online condolences may be sent at millerstewartfuneralhome.com.     |
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RoseMary Ann Lucchesi RoseMary Ann Lucchesi (nee Giacomazza), age 73, June 16, 2010. Beloved wife of the late Danilo. Loving mother of Rinaldo (Jennifer) and Zelia (Jason) Orlikowski. Proud Nonna of Joseph, Chloe, Abigail, Ava and one grandson-to-be. Dear sister of Mamie (Joseph) Abbruzzese, Carmela (the late Louis) Biafora, Josephine (Lucio) Capicchioni, Salvatore (Rosemary) Giacomazza, Regina (Paul) Spagnuolo and the late Ernestine (Remo) Benvenuti. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Visitation at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. 15 Mile Road (at Schoenherr), Saturday 4-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-9 p.m. with evening rosary 7:30 p.m. Funeral Monday at San Francesco Catholic Church, 22870 S. Nunneley Road (off Metro Parkway, east of Gratiot). Instate 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. Entombment, Resurrection Cemetery. Memories to be shared at www.bcfh.com. |
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SHIRLEY ANN PADDEN (nee McCUTCHEN) Sunday, June 20, 2010 11:38 AM |
PADDEN, SHIRLEY ANN (nee McCUTCHEN); June 10, 2010; age 83; of Bloomfield Hills. |
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74, of Lansing, died Thursday. Arrangements by Chapel in the Pines Funeral Home. |
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Silas A. Knowles, age 80 years, of Manitou Beach passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 19, 2010, at Provincial House in Adrian. He was born on July 31, 1929, in Hudson, the son of Nathan and Gladys (Ball) Knowles. Silas graduated from Addison High School in 1947 and entered the agriculture program at MSU until he was drafted. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. Silas was a lifelong dairy farmer, 4-H Sheep Leader, lifetime member of the Farm Bureau and served on the Rollin Township Board of Review. Silas loved music, especially playing the harmonica, and he enjoyed the Addison Senior Center. Silas is survived by three children, Janice (Robert) Million of Manitou Beach, Linda (Leonard) Weinlander of Palmyra and David (Jane) Knowles of Clayton; two grandchildren, Natalie and Noah Knowles; one brother, Philip (Luann) Knowles of Texas; and Anita (Vernon Briggs) Schultz of Manitou Beach; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services for Silas will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 22, 2010, at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson with the Rev. Walt Miller officiating. Burial will follow at Green’s Lakeside Cemetery in Manitou Beach with full Military Honors performed by Hannan Colvin Post #180 American Legion of Hudson. Visitation will be on Monday, June 21, 2010, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson. Memorials are suggested to the family. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com. |
Steven Michael Fultz June 13, 2010 Thursday, June 17, 2010 11:36 AM |
Steven Michael Fultz was stillborn Sunday at Oakwood Southshore Medical Center, Trenton. |
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Sylvia G. Leggett Sylvia "Sally" G. Leggett, age 82, of Chesterfield died June 18, 2010. Mrs. Leggett was employed as a benefits coordinator at General Motors in Detroit for 30 years. Her survivors include her daughter, Susan (Curt) Dodsworth of Chesterfield; three grandchildren, James (Wendy) Teller, Patricia (Sam) Polizzi, Brandon Dodsworth; and four great-grandchildren, Sam Polizzi, and Jared, Justin, and Jordan Teller. She was predeceased by her husband, James Leggett; and brothers, Roy and Robert Westfall. Funeral Tuesday, June 22, 2010, at 7 p.m. in Harold W. Vick Funeral Home, 140 South Main, Mount Clemens. Visitation Tuesday 2-8 p.m. Memorial donations to the Hospices of Henry Ford. Share memories at www.vickfuneralhome.com. |
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Tai Anne Smith, age 26, of Holland, went to her eternal rest after a long struggle with cancer on Friday, June 18, 2010. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 am Wednesday, June 23, 2010, at Fellowship Reformed Church, 300 N. 160th Ave., Holland, with the Reverend Jim Baar officiating. Visitation will be 4-7  pm Tuesday at the Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 East 16th Street, Holland. Memorial contributions may be given to Hospice of Holland or Fellowship Reformed Church. An online registry is available at www.langelandsterenberg.com.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
62, of Mason, died Friday. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Ball Dunn Chapel, Mason. |
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Mr. Thomas R. Overbeek, age 59, died Friday, June 18, 2010. The service will be Tuesday, June 22, 2010, at 1 PM at Clock Chapel-Grand Haven with Rev. Ken Shady officiating. Visitation will be Monday, 4-7 PM at Clock Life Story Funeral Home. Memorials can be sent to American Heart Association. Please visit www.clockfuneral home.com to leave a memory or sign the online guest book. 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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Timothy A. Fish, 46, of Cheboygan, passed away Tuesday, June 15, 2010 at Cheboygan Memorial Hospital. The family will greet friends today, Friday, June 18, 2010, from 5 p.m. until the time of the memorial service at 7 p.m. at the Christian Funeral Home.  Rev. Paul Megge will officiate. |
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Verlin Dale (Joe) Hopkins Haslett Formerly of Lansing, born May 29, 1928 in Grand Rapids, MI to Oscar and Ethel Hopkins. Verlin Dale Hopkins passed away on May 16, 2010. Verlin grew up in Lansing, MI where he met the love of his life Norma in 1945. He served in the US Navy as a radar man from 1945 to 1947. After returning from service he went to trade school. He was a member of Carpenters Local 1004 for 60 years, where he was a commercial carpenter. After his retirement, he and his wife Norma of 62 years enjoyed their summers at their cottage in Michigan and their winters in Florida, with many friends in both locations. Verlin liked to build houses and cottages and enjoyed helping others with their projects. He enjoyed dancing and karaoke with Norma and their friends. He loved and cherished his family. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters - Arlene Monk, Ilah Vogg and Helen Hill. He is survived by his wife Norma; 3 children - Cheryl Hopkins, Daniel (Lisa) Hopkins and David (Judy) Hopkins; 5 grandchildren - Stacey (Kelly) Render, Shelly (Jerome) Hartley, Joseph (Kelly) Hopkins, Travis Hopkins and Kyle Hopkins; 3 great-grandchildren - Andrew, Cade and Abigail; brother Lewis (Gloria) Hopkins and sister Betty (Donald) Haney and several nieces and nephews. The Memorial Service will be held Saturday, June 26 at 12:00 noon, Lakeside Chapel, 5800 Park Lake Rd., Bath, MI with Pastor Michael Geiger officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to, , 3100 West Road Bldg. B Suite 110, East Lansing, MI 48823 or, , Memorials and Tributes Lockbox, 3816 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674. On line condolences may be made at: |
Vernon Knox Montgomery, AL Age 55, died June 10, 2010; born October 10, 1954, in Clarksdale, MS and was a former resident of Lansing. Mr. Knox graduated from Eastern High School on June 13, 1974 and retired from the State of Michigan in 2009, after 30 years of service. He was a devout Christian who enjoyed sports, spending time with his family and friends and listening to the "Blues". Vernon was preceded in death by his parents, W.D. and Mary Martin, and his grandmother, Thelma Knox. He is survived by his wife, Michetta; 2 daughters; 4 sons; 13 grandchildren; 1 great-grandson; 9 sisters; and 3 brothers. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 23, at 1 p.m. at Galilee Baptist Church, 2511 Reo Rd., Lansing, with the Rev. Ernest Thomas officiating. Interment will follow in Deepdale Memorial Park, Lansing. The family will receive friends on Wednesday at the Church from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. The family is being served by the Gorsline-Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing. Online condolences may be sent to |
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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. |
Wayne BerBerick, age 52, of Gladwin, passed away Monday, June 14, 2010 at the Karmanos Cancer Center in Detroit. |
Wayne E. Steward Sunfield Mr. Steward passed away Thursday June 17, 2010 in Hastings, MI at the age of 84. He was born May 26, 1926 in Sunfield, MI, son of Charles and Edna (Blood) Steward. On August 20, 1947 he married Mary Jean Krebs, his wife of 62 years. Wayne spent most of his life in the Sunfield area. He attended Figg Country School, Woodland High School, then moved to Charlotte where he graduated in 1944. He also attended MSU. Wayne sold Farm Bureau Insurance, along with his love of farming. Later he worked for DE Wertz, John Deere dealership in Charlotte. Later he became a partner in G & W Sales, John Deere dealership in Lake Odessa for 23 years. Wayne was a longtime and active member of the Sunfield United Brethren Church. He also served as Sunfield Twp. Clerk for 21 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, oldest sister, Irene (Hubert) Foltz, 2 brothers, Mercede, and Clare (Audrey Steward) and 2 grand children, Jana and Joel Briggs. Surviving are his wife, May Jean Steward, 3 children, James (Glenda) Steward of Sunfield, JoAnn (Jerry) Briggs of Sunfield, and Scott (Lori) Steward of Hartland, MI, 6 grand children and 5 great grandchildren, sister, Frances (David) Fast of Hutchinson, Kansas. Funeral Services will be held 11:00 a.m. - Tuesday June 22, 2010 at the Sunfield United Brethren Church. Visitation will be 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. Monday June 21, 2010 in the fellowship hall at the Church. Contributions may be made to: S.P.Y.'s Scholarship Fund or the SUBC/Camp Living Waters C/O RFH PO Box 36 Sunfield, MI 48890. Express your thoughts and memories in the online Guest Book at, The family is being served by the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield: Rosier Funeral Home. |
84, of Sunfield, former Farm Bureau Insurance salesman, DE Wertz (Charlotte) salesman, G&W Sales (Lake Odessa) partner, and former Sunfield Township clerk, died Thursday. Services 11 a.m. Tuesday at Sunfield United Brethren Church. Arrangements by Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. |
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William Pentercs June 18, 2010 Friday, June 18, 2010 11:39 AM |
William Pentercs, 71, of Dundee died this morning at his home. |
William R. Pentercs Aug. 26, 1938-June 18, 2010 Saturday, June 19, 2010 1:44 AM |
William R. Pentercs, age 71, of Dundee, Michigan, passed away at his home on Friday, June 18, 2010. |
Yvette Marie Wielinski April 17, 1945-June 14, 2010 Sunday, June 20, 2010 12:03 AM |
Yvette Marie Wielinski, 65 years, of Temperance, MI, passed away peacefully June 14, 2010 in the Toledo Hospital. |
92, of Lansing, beauty operator, died Wednesday. Services have been held. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. |
Zelma Edris Lee (Logan) Johnson Monday, June 14, 2010 6:37 AM |
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