Mrs. Ada Massengill, age 87, was born May 3, 1921 and passed away September 12, 2008. Adam Fate Servey, 25, of Newport died Friday of injuries suffered in a motorcycle accident. aAlbert M. Moggs, 87, of Gladwin passed away Sept. 1, 2008 at Edna Mae’s Leisurely Living AFC in Gladwin following a long illness. Alfred Bernard Hughes, 89, of Quincy, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2008, at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. He was born in Lucky Strike, Alberta, Canada, on Oct. 10, 1918, to Earl James and Luella Maud (Thompson) Hughes and graduated from Jonesville High School in 1939. Alfred married Carolee J. Ellis on June 27, 1943, and they began their married life farming in Bronson for seven years, then moved to Boone Road in Quincy, where they farmed for another 20 years. In 1975, they relocated to… IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Alice "Bebs" Ceccon, 73, of 203 Geneva St., Ironwood, died unexpectedly Monday evening, Sept. 8, 2008, in her home. Arene (Katerberg) Schierbeek, age 84, of Holland, went home to her Lord Monday, September 15, 2008, at Holland Hospital. She was born in the Netherlands and immigrated to the United States settling in Holland in 1950 with her husband Ralph and two children. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Ralph Schierbeek on March 11, 2008; and two brothers, Geert and Gerrit. Arene was a member of Bethany Christian Reformed Church for 53 years. She is survived by her children, John Schierbeek of… Arthur L. Steinman, 80, of Sebewaing and Englewood, Fla., died July 5, 2008., Cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral services. Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, August 18th, 1912. Beloved mother of Lyle Ulinski, Jeanne Sparks, William Baughman, Richard Baughman, and Charles Baughman. Much loved grandmother of James Robnett, Ronald Robnett, Kelly Sparks, Kerry Sparks, Courtney Baughman, Jennifer Baughman, and Sarah Baughman. Cherished great grandmother of Paige Robnett, Erin Robnett, and Spenser Robnett. Please join us for a gathering to celebrate Millie's life at the home of Lyle & John Ulinski, 30 Wellesley Drive, Pleasant… Fred Wood Funeral Home (Rice Chapel) 36100 Five Mile (one mile W. of Farmington Rd.) Tuesday 1-9 p.m. with a Rosary at 6:30 p.m. In state Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church 1050 Porter Street, Detroit, MI 48226 Wednesday 10:00 a.m. until time of Mass 11:00 a.m. Age 33, of Plymouth, passed away September 12, 2008. Loving son of Bill and Cheryl. Cherished brother of Bill Jr. (Diana) and Daniel (Amy). Dear uncle of Juliet, Joseph, and Rosa. Friends may visit the Schrader-Howell Funeral Home, 280 South Main, Wednesday 3-9 p.m. Share memories at 2-9 p.m. Tuesday at Querfeld Funeral Home, 1200 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn. Parish Rosary 7 p.m. Tuesday. In state Wednesday 9:30 until 10 a.m. Mass of Resurrection at St. Sebastian Catholic Church, 20710 Colgate, Dearborn Hgts., MI 48125. ALBERT BAILEY, 87, of Traverse City, died Monday, Sept. 15, 2008, at Bortz Health Care of Traverse City.The family is being served by Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. ALLOUEZ, Wis. -- Barbara De Bauche, 70, Allouez, formerly of Ironwood, found peace after a lengthy, courageous battle with cancer, Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 9, 2008, while surrounded by the love of her family at home. Barbara Jean Barnes, 81, of Leet Road, Niles, died at 6:45 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 12, 2008, at West Woods of Niles. Barbara Yoder, 87, of Goshen Ind., died Sept. 13, 2008 at her home. She was born Dec. 4, 1920 in Exeland, Wisc., a daughter to Rudy and Elizabeth (Thomas) Hochstetler. On Oct. 15, 1942 she married Ammon C. Yoder in Morocco, Ind. He preceded her in death on June 8, 2000. She was a homemaker and a member of the Old Order Amish Church. Surviing are five daughters, Elizabeth Ann Stauffer of Sterling, Ill., Katie (Harvey) Schlabach of Burr Oak, Mich., Lydia Mae (Orla) Eash of Shipshewana, Ind., Mary… GEORGENA MARIE BARNES, 75, of Torch Lake Twp., died Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008.Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008, at the First Presbyterian Church in Elk Rapids. The family will receive friends Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Central Lake Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes. Basilio (John) Perez, 76, of Blissfield passed away on Friday, Sept. 12, 2008, at St. Joseph’s Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor, Mich. He was born on March 14, 1932, in Cotulla, Texas, the son of Catarino and Ramona (Sauceda) Perez. On July 23, 1956, John was married to Molly A. Sanchez. She preceded him in death on Feb. 13, 2007. John worked as a factory worker for Tecumseh Products in Tecumseh. He was a member of St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church in Blissfield, where he was active in the Knights of… Beverly J. Smith of Lambertville, Michigan passed away very peacefully on Wednesday, September 10, 2008, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Perrysburg, after a long, courageous battle with cancer Saturday 2-9 p.m. with 7 p.m. Rosary and Reflections at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Pkwy. (16 Mile). Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guestbook" at Carol A. Carlisle, 68, of Traverse City, died September 11, 2008 at the Munson Hospice House in Traverse City. A Celebration of Carol's Life will be held at the Traverse F.O.E. 383 (Eagles Club on 14th Street) on Friday, September 26, 2008 at 11 a.m. A complete obituary will follow in a later edition of the Record-Eagle. The family is being served by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. Caroline “Carrie” E. Gaiera, 90, of Pigeon, passed away Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008 at Scheurer Hospital Long Term Care, Pigeon., Funeral Memorial Mass will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008 from St. Roch Catholic Church, Caseville, with the Rev. Fr. Kenneth Yaroch officiating. WESTFALL, Carrinda E. "Beth" - Age 95, of Montrose, died Saturday, September 13, 2008 at Masonic Pathway in Alma. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, September 16, 2008 at O'Guinn Family Funeral Home in Montrose, Rev. Wayne Ferrigan officiating. Burial in Montrose Township Cemetery. Those desiring may make contributions to Montrose Methodist Church or Montrose Order of Eastern Stars. Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday from 2-9 p.m.. A complete obituary will appear in… Charlotte “Chalk” Deline, age 85, of Brooklyn died Thursday, Sept. 11, 2008, at her home. She was born Jan. 24, 1923, in Toledo, Ohio, to Walter and Clara Thomas. On Nov. 20, 1948, she married Edward Deline in Sand Creek, and he survives. Chalk was employed by The Diamond T Ranch, and retired from Ace Drill in 1963. She will be remembered for her love of animals and playing the organ. Besides her husband of 59 years, Charlotte is survived by three sisters, Geraldine Townsend, Helen Bostwick and… Claude Allen Long, age 70, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Wednesday, Sept.10, 2008 at Sturgis Hospital. He was born April 28, 1938, in Saltville, Va., a son of the late Andrew and Anna (Holmes) Long. Claude retired from truck driving with Ligon Nationwide in 1989. He is survived by four children: James Long, Steve (Shandal) Long, Lisa (James) Yoder, and Ruben Long, all of Sturgis; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a sister, Helen Comstock of Goshen, Ind.; two brothers, Dayton Long of… Claude Allen Long, age 70, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2008, at the Sturgis Hospital. Arrangements will be announced by the Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Rosenberg Chapel. Culver E. “Mac” McCoy, 87, of Detroit, died Sept. 11 (his birthday), 2008, at Bortz Health Care of Petoskey, where he had been a resident for the past year. Dale E. Redmon, 69, of Constantine, passed away Sept. 11, 2008, at his home. He was born in Tipton, Ind., on March 29, 1939, the son of Steven and Bertha (Stout) Redmon. Dale worked at Millbank Sheet Metal Co. in Kokomo, Ind. for 36 years, retiring in 2001. Dale was a member of the Friends of the St. Joseph River, and the St. Joseph Co. Conservation and Sportsman Club. Surviving are his son, Charles (Becky) Redmon; daughters Marlene Gardner and Charlene (Roger) Brown, and Tammy Carson, all of… David E. Roberts, 54, of Holland, died Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008. Dave graduated from West Ottawa High School. He was preceded in death by his mother, Patricia, in 2007, and sister, Barbara, in 1984. Surviving are his father, Edward J. Roberts; sisters, Nancy and Dan Bauer, and Laura and Dave Simcik; Nieces and nephews, Barbara and Steve Grilley, Danae Bauer, Lee Bauer, Richard Moralez, Heather Horsting, and Anna Simcik; aunts, uncles and cousins. Services are 1 p.m. Tuesday at Pilgrim Home Cemetery. … McKee, David N. Ann Arbor, MI Age 59,died September 7, 2008 Graveside service was held. Memorials may be made to American Heart Assoc or Juvenile Diabetes Foundation Arrangements by Lux-Moody-Wolfel Funeral Home, Alma. Please view full obituary at www.luxfuneralhomes.com Donald L. “Mike” Murdock Jr., 59, a longtime resident of Devils Lake, died Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008. He had battled cancer courageously for many years. Memorial services for Mike will be 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 11 at Eagle Funeral Home in Hudson with Dr. Rev. Thomas Burke officiating. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Wednesday. Hoult, Doris G. Bay City, Michigan Doris passed away Sunday, September 14, 2008 at Bay Shores Nursing Home, age 89 years. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and a complete obituary will be announced in a later edition of the paper by the Gephart Funeral Home, Inc. Gephart Funeral Home IRONWOOD TOWNSHIP, Mich. -- Dorothy Cecelia LaGrew, of Black River Road in Ironwood Township, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2008. She was 79. Dwight "Butch" R. G. Hamlin, 61, a resident of Berkley, died Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008, in Royal Oak. He was born Jan. 30, 1947, in Highland Park to William and Eunice Hamlin. Edith F. Daniels, 90, of Litchfield Township, passed away Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008, at home. She was born July 5, 1918 in Quincy, the daughter of Elmore and Carrie (Hammond) Culbert. Edith graduated from Quincy High School in 1935 and enjoyed being a homemaker and farm wife. On April 11, 1940, she married G. Orville Daniels and he preceded her in death in 2005. Survivors include two daughters, Joyce (Jerry) Bender of Litchfield, Sandra (Daniel) Williams of Homer; one son, Stuart Daniels of Litchfield; a… Edward J. Bobowski, 95, of Boyne Falls, died Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008, at Sunnybank Retirement Community in Petoskey. Edward M. Westfall Sr., 89, of Woodbridge Township, passed away Sunday Sept. 7, 2008, at home. He was born March 20, 1919, in Hillsdale County to William and Nora (Hammond) Westfall and graduated from Frontier High School in 1938. Edward was a farmer, owned and operated Westfall Stockyards for 28 years, and lived his entire adult life on the same farm. On March 20, 1943, he married Mildred “Betty” Rutan and she preceded him in death in 1996. He is survived by a daughter, Chloe (Merritt) Padgitt of… IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Edward R. "Echo" Kusz, 95, of 721 Leonard St., Ironwood, died Thursday, Sept. 11, 2008, in Hurley.  Elizabeth J. Vogler, 63, of Coldwater died peacefully, after a long battle with cancer on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2008 at her home in Coldwater, with her family at her side. A gathering of family and friends will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008 from 5-8 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater. Interment of Ashes will take place at a later date in East Jordan. Elizabeth was born June 6, 1945 in East Jordan to William and Ruth (Darbee) Bell. Ms. Vogler spent many years in East Jordan, coming to Coldwater… Elizabeth J. Vogler, 63, of Coldwater, died peacefully after a long battle with cancer on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2008, at her home in Coldwater, with her family at her side. BECK - The Mass of Christian Burial for Eric T. Beck, aged 66, of Allendale, who passed away on Tuesday, husband of Kathy Beck, will be held on Monday at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Spirit Catholic Church. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Heritage Life Story Funeral Home - Alt & Shawmut Hills Chapel, 2120 Lake Michigan Dr. NW. Vigil service at 7:00 p.m. For complete obituary and to read Eric's life story and to sign his guest book, visit his web page at… Ethelee A. Fox of Hillsdale, passed away Monday, Sept. 8, 2008 at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. She was born Jan. 19, 1919 in Manchester, Mich. the daughter of Carleton and Genevieve (Pease) Andrews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jason W. Fox and one brother, Thurlo Andrews. She is survived by one daughter, Sue Fowle; one son, Andrew Fox both of Hillsdale; four grandchildren, Jennifer and Benjamin Fowle and Nora and Ella Fox; one brother, Robert (Joanne) Andrews of Portage. Mrs. Fox… ELIZABETH F. 'BETTE' EUSEY, 87, of Kewadin, died Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City.Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 19, with visitation one hour prior at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Elk Rapids. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Elk Rapids. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Elk Rapids Chapel of Covell Funeral Homes. Formerly of Naples, Florida, and more recently of Farmington Hills, Michigan, died September 13, 2008, with loving care from Hospices of Henry Ford. A graduate in economics from Duke University and a former beauty queen, she is survived by her sister, Mary Elizabeth Van Arsdale of Naples, FL; children, Robert Gantt (Kathleen Murphy) of Royal Oak, MI, Mary Gantt of Houston, TX and Georgia Gantt of Asheville, NC; and two grandchildren, Frances Murphy and Charlie Gantt, both sudents at Michigan State… Florence Ekdahl McCarn, age 88, of Douglas, died on Monday, September 15, 2008, in Hospice House of Holland. Florence was born in Douglas, on October 2, 1919 to Gottfried and Anna Ekdahl She was preceded in death by her husband, Max McCarn in 1988; her infant twin sons; four sisters; and one brother. She is survived by her daughters, Patricia (Nolan) Hall of Mason and Mary Browning of Saugatuck; five grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; three great- great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews… Frank John Pieper, Jr., 85, of Harbor Beach, passed away Monday, Sept. 1, 2008 at his home., Funeral Mass will be at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 5, 2008 in Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, Harbor Beach, with burial in the church cemetery., Visitation will be from 1 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach., A complete obituary will be in Wednesday’s Huron Daily Tribune or by viewing www.RamseyFH.Com . Frank O. Thompson Sr., age 67, a life long resident of Monroe, MI passed away Thursday, September 11, 2008, at 12:20 AM at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, MI. 1-8 p.m Wednesday. Funeral Service 10 a.m. Thursday at Weise Funeral Home, 7210 Park, Allen Park (313-382-1150). Memorial Contributions to the Smile Train, PO Box 96231, Washington DC 20090-6231 would be appreciated. See online obituary/guestbook at Thursday 2-9 p.m. at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 46401 W. Ann Arbor Rd. (btwn Sheldon and Beck) Plymouth. In state Friday from 10 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Funeral Mass at St. Priscilla's Catholic Church, 19120 Purlingbrook Road (East of Merriman, North of 7 Mile) Livonia. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Seedlings Braille Books for Children www.seedlings.org . To leave a message of condolence, log on to vermeulenfuneralhome.com CHARETTE, Gary L. - Age 59, of Swartz Creek, was reunited with his beloved wife of 37 years, Kathy, Thursday, September 11, 2008 at Genesys Health Park. A Memorial Service will be held 6:30 PM Sunday, September 14, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Home, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Road, Swartz Creek. The family will receive friends from 1PM until time of service Sunday. Online condolences and tributes may be posted on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com.  George F. Weed, age 91, of Fennville, died Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008, at Holland Hospital. Born Oct. 7, 1916, in Saugatuck, MI, he was the son of Milton and Mildred (French) Weed. He was a Technical Sargeant with the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. He married Mary Virginia Warren on April 28, 1951. George was an Independent Distributor for Standard Oil Company for 25 years in the local area, and a member of the Glenn United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife, Virginia; their children,… Gerald Plumb, 88, of Litchfield, passed away Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008, at home. He was born July 21, 1920 in Pulaski Township, the son of Clarence and Grace (Grover) Plumb. Gerald graduated from Hanover High School in 1937 and has been a lifelong farmer. He served on the Hillsdale County Fair Board for 46 years, was a county commissioner for 14 years, Scipio Township supervisor, life member of the Grange and belonged to the Lions Club and Knights of Pythias Lodge. He also belonged to the Presbyterian Church… will be held one hour prior. Burial will be at the Keswick Maple Grove Cemetery, Suttons Bay. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the West Bay Covenant Church in her memory. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Traverse City Chapel of Covell Funeral Homes. Thomas E. Blanchett, Sr., age 76, of Newport died September 9, 2008, in his home. Ruby Grimes, 86, of Monroe passed away August 31 at 4:50 pm in her home surrounded by her family. Tuesday 6-9 p.m. and Wednesday 3-9 p.m. Interment Cadillac Memorial Gardens East Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at HOLLINS, WARREN DEWAYNE ; age 44; passed away Monday September 8, 2008. Family Hour 10 a.m. Wednesday, September 17, 2008 at First United Methodist Church, 14 Judson St., with Funeral Service commencing at 11 a.m. Pastor Frederick Barr, officiating. Family and friends will assemble at the church 10 a.m. Wednesday. Mr. Hollins will Lie in State in the Chapel of Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home , 268 N. Perry St., and may be viewed from 4 to 8p.m. Tuesday. HUNT, BARBARA SUE ; of West Bloomfield; September 13, 2008; age 74. Loving wife of Roscoe Hunt for 55 years; beloved mother of Deborah Hunt of West Bloomfield and Jeffrey (Debra) Hunt of West Bloomfield; loving grandmother of Jeffrey Hunt Jr. and Jessica Hunt; also loved by her precious dog Shelby, as well as many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Mrs. Hunt was a member of the Oakland County Boat Club. Funeral Services will be Wednesday, September 17, 2008, 10:30 a.m. at the Riverside Chapel,… Helen Sontag, 72, of Sebewaing, died Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008 at St. Mary’s of Michigan in Saginaw following a six-month illness., She was born Aug. 27, 1936 in Kilmanagh, daughter of the late Edwin and Martha (Fuerst) Weber., She was united in marriage to James A. Sontag on June 8, 1957 in Gagetown. He preceded her in death in January 1997., Helen had been employed as a secretary at the Owendale-Gagetown School system for 19 years before retiring in 1998., She was an avid reader and enjoyed bowling.,… MOON, Induk Douglas - Age 62, of Flint, died Saturday, September 13, 2008 at his home. Friends may visit the family from 11 to 1 p.m. Wednesday at Brown Funeral Home. The funeral service will be 1 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. A complete obituary will be in Tuesday's paper. Rooker, Irma A. Bay City, Michigan Irma A. Rooker, age 99 years, passed away Sunday morning, September 14, 2008 at her home. Funeral and committal services are tentatively planned for Wednesday, September 17, 2008 at the Squires Funeral Home. Friends may call on Tuesday from 2:00 - 8:00 pm. A complete obituary will appear in Tuesday's edition. Squires Funeral Home Fred Wood Funeral Home (Rice Chapel) 36100 Five Mile (one Mile W. of Farmington Rd., Wednesday 2-9 p.m. with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. In state St. Edith Catholic Church, 15089 Newburgh Rd. (S. of Five Mile) 10:00 a.m. until time of Mass 10:30 a.m. Memorials to Angela Hospice or Family Fund. Dearborn resident passed away Friday, September 12, 2008 suddenly. Beloved wife of Dr. Richard Johnson. Tina was born in Atlanta but grew up in Florida. She met Richard in Atlanta and they married in 1982. Survived by her loving children Jennifer, Tommy, and son-in-law Justin Perekovich. Services Private. Janice Eve Morgan, age 69, of Madison Township passed away Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2008, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born July 31, 1939, in Wauseon, Ohio, to Jerold Owen and Eva Catherin (Lichtenwald) Klopfenstein. On Jan. 21, 1956, she married Donald Ray Morgan and he survives. She was employed by Sears & Robuck for 24 years. Janice was a member of the Lutheran Church. She loved crocheting, making flower arrangements and cake decorating. In addition to her husband of 52 years, she… Janice M. Donnell, 68, of Monroe died at 1:38 p.m. Tuesday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements by Bennett-Prochnow Funeral Home.  John Veenhoven, age 87, of Holland died unexpectedly Sunday, September 14, 2008 at his home. Born in the Netherlands he moved with his family to the North Holland area as a child. He was employed by Dutch Boy Bakery as well as Excello where he retired in 1985. He was a member of the New Apostolic Church where he served as a priest for the Grand Rapids Congregation. He was preceded in death by his first wife Marion Elferdink Veenhoven in 1992 as well as a grandson Matthew Veenhoven in 1981. He is… SWEETIN, Johnie Arthur, Sr. - Age 84, of Gaines formerly of Swartz Creek, died Saturday, September 13, 2008 at his residence. Funeral services will be held 1:00 PM Wednesday, September 17, 2008 at Central Church of the Nazarene, 1261 W. Bristol Road, Flint. Pastor David Hintz officiating. Burial Immediately following at Crestwood Memorial Cemetery, Grand Blanc. Visitation will be held at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Road, Swartz Creek from 1-4 and 6-9 PM Tuesday and at church from 12… FAYE JOHNSON, 102, of Elmwood Township, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2008, at Orchard Creek Assisted Living.No local services are planned. Arrangements are with the Martinson Funeral Home of Suttons Bay. Joseph Mannlein, 73, of Dundee died Sunday evening at his home. Services are pending at Cover Funeral Home, Dundee. Josephine Helen (Costello) Gill Clemens, age 93, passed away on September 12, 2008 in presence of family. Josephine Helen (Costello) Gill Clemens, age 93, passed away on September 12, 2008, in presence of family. OSHKOSH, Wis. -- Joyce E. Western, Oshkosh, 86, went peacefully to meet Jesus, at home surrounded by her loving family, following a lengthy struggle with Parkinson's disease. Joyce L. Montry, age 73, of Ida, passed away on Sept. 12, 2008, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She had been in declining health. Judith J. Cooper, age 71, of Woodhaven, MI, formerly of Woodland Beach in Monroe County, passed away Sept. 12, 2008 in her home surrounded by her loving family. Tuesday 2-8 p.m. Kaiden Lee Saunders was born Saturday, Sept. 13, 2008, at Bixby Medical Center, and went to be with the Lord three hours after his birth. Surviving Kaiden are his parents, Krista Saunders and Josh Kimbrell of Morenci; one sister, Kaycie Kimbrell of Tecumseh; his grandparents, Roger and Karen Saunders of Onsted and Joellen Kimbrell of Morenci; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Charles Kimbrell. Cremation has taken place, and there will be no public service.… Tuesday 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. and Wednesday 2-9 p.m. at the Trenton Chapel- Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 3200 West Rd. Please visit online guest book at WAUKESHA, Wis. -- Layla Mae Susnik was born June 11, 2008, and passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008. Leroy F. Gaertner age 79, of Petersburg, died Sept. 13, 2008. Services are pending at Cover Funeral Home in Dundee. Call (734) 529-3156 for information. Leroy F. Gaertner, age 79, of Petersburg, Mich., passed away at his home on Saturday, September 13, 2008 in the care of his family. Lillian Jones, 78, of LaGrange, Ind., died Sept. 9, 2008, at her residence. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange. There will be no visitation. Condolences may be left for the family at www.fruripmayfuneralhome.com . Lou Wanda (Guza) Armstead, 56, of Sheridan Township, died Friday Aug. 29, 2008 in Huron Medical Center of Bad Axe., She was born Feb. 21, 1952 in Cass City, daughter of William and Wanda (Billot) Kipp., She married Leon F. Guza in 1970 at Saint Mary Catholic Church, Parisville. He preceded her in death Jan. 15, 1999., She is a graduate of Sandusky High School. Lou Wanda was employed at the Ubly Community School since 1981 in the cafeteria and custodian of maintenance. She enjoyed cats, crafts, gardening,… Louise V. Gerrard, 94, of Osseo, formerly of Pigeon, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2008, in her home. She enjoyed reading and gardening. She was born Aug. 9, 1914, in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania to Victor and Mary Perrine. She was married to William S. Baines, March 10, 1932 and he preceded her in death in 1970. She then married Raymond Gerrard on October 25, 1984 and he preceded her in death in 2000. Louise was preceded in death by her parents, husbands and brother. She is survived by her son,… IRONWOOD -- M. Faye Comparin, 78, of 125 Poplar St., Ironwood, was born to eternal life Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008, in Ironwood, surrounded by her loving family, following a lengthy illness. Tuesday 5-9 p.m. Funeral Wednesday 10 a.m. at McCabe Funeral Home 851 N. Canton Center Rd., Canton. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Heart Association. at Hackett-Metcalf Funeral Home, 2640 Monroe Blvd. (Near W. Outer Drive), Dearborn, Tuesday 2-9 p.m. with a 7p.m. Rosary. In state Wednesday at St. Sebastian Catholic Church 11:30 a.m. until the time of Mass at Noon. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Angela Hospice or The Alzheimer's Association would be greatly appreciated. Beloved husband of Marilyn Milder. Dear father of Stephen (Crystal) Milder, Susan (Manny Freiser) Milder. Dearest brother of Esther Freeman. Loving grandfather of Sierra Milder, Seanna Milder and Sara Freiser. Also remembered by many loving family members and friends. SERVICES WEDNESDAY 11 A.M. AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS, 248-406-6000. INTERMENT TO FOLLOW AT WORKMEN'S CIRCLE CEMETERY, MT. CLEMENS or visit Tuesday 1:30 – 9:00 p.m. and Funeral Service on Wednesday 11:00 a.m. at Voran Funeral Home (Taylor Chapel) 23750 Goddard Rd. Interment at Michigan Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, family suggests donations be made to Taylor Free Methodist Church, 8900 Pardee. Please visit our Online Guestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com Wednesday 3-8 p.m. at the Gramer Funeral Home, Diener Chapel, 48271 Van Dyke Ave. (S. of 22 Mile), Shelby Twp. In state Thursday 10:30 a.m. until time of service 11:00 a.m., Christ Lutheran Church, 12500 Canal Rd., Sterling Heights. In lieu of flowers memorials to National Kidney Foundation would be appreciated. Share condolences with the family at www.gramerfuneralhome.com Mae Lee Perkins, 96, died Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008, in Gladwin, Mich. She was born Dec. 18, 1911. She lived in Royal Oak for 63 years. Majel Meyers, age 87 years, of Adrian, formerly of the Britton and Holloway area, passed away Friday, Sept. 12, 2008, at Tendercare of Adrian. Majel was born on Sept. 15, 1920, in Ridgeway Township, the daughter of Fred and Lottie (Sutton) Meyers. She was a member of the Congregational Christian Church in Britton. Majel enjoyed music, conversation and wheelchair rides. Majel was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Harland and Pershing Meyers. Graveside Services will be held at 11 a.m.… WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Margaret "Margie" Julien, 77, a longtime resident of Wakefield, formerly of Ramsay, passed away Friday morning, Sept. 12, 2008, in Ironwood. Marie C. Rix 90, formerly of Plymouth, died on September 12, 2008, at Tecumseh Place, Tecumseh, Mich. She was born and raised in Sebewaing, Mich., to Herbert and Sarah (Hofmeister) Armbruster on July 16, 1918. After graduating from high school, she moved downstate to Royal Oak, where she met and married the love of her life, Gilbert Rix, on July 12, 1941. She was a very loving mother and homemaker to whom family was precious. She loved to bake, especially fresh bread and special birthday cakes for the… Marlene Kay Harris, 56, of LaGrange, Ind., died Sept. 12, 2008 at Miller’s Merry Manor in LaGrange, Ind. Cremation will take place. On-Line Condolences may be sent to Carneyfrost@earthlink.net. Arrangements were handled by the Carney- Frost Funeral Home, of LaGrange, Ind. Mary Van Raalte Covell, 77, of St. Louis, MO, formerly of Holland, died Saturday, Sept. 14, 2008, after a long illness. Daughter of the late Dr. Carl and Fern Van Raalte of Holland, she graduated from Holland High School, attended Hope College and graduated from Saginaw General Hospital School of Nursing. Her husband, H. Stephen Covell, also formerly of Holland, preceded her in death in 2004. Survivors include a brother, Carl C. and Arlene Van Raalte of Holland; a son; three daughters; and three… Mary Ellen Ver Beek, 79, of Holland, died Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008, at a local care facility. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17, at Pillar Christian Reformed Church. Visitation is one hour prior to the service at the church. Arrangements are by the Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 188 w. 32nd St. www.lifestorynet.com Mary Jane Hunter, age 91, of Constantine, Mich., passed away Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2008, at Birch Adult Foster Care in Leonidas. She was born in Florence Township on April 19, 1917, a daughter of Jess and Fannie (Worthington) Leister. Mary graduated from Constantine High School in 1935. On Aug. 14, 1937, she married Donald Hunter in LaGrange, Ind. He preceded her in death on Jan. 22, 2001. Mary worked at Kirsch Company in the 1930s until 1941, when she and Don purchased the family farm in Florence… Mrs. Mary Sarna, 87, of Westover, Md. and formerly of Bad Axe, passed away Friday, Aug. 29, 2008 under hospice care with her daughters at her side., Mary was born March 22, 1921 in Detroit, daughter of the late John and Rose Pleciak., She married Frank Sarna Aug. 2, 1941 at. St. Cunegunda’s in Detroit. He preceded her in death May 7, 1992., Mary lived in Bad Axe from 1986 to 2000 when she moved to Westover, Md. She was a former parishioner of St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Sheridan Corners where she… Mavis M. Schilling, 75, of Hillsdale, passed away Saturday, Sept. 13, 2008 at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. She was born Sept. 10, 1933 in Reading to Lesley and Alice (Babcock) Laser. She was married Jan. 15, 1956 to Jay D. Schilling and he preceded her in death in 1983. Mavis loved gardening, crocheting, embroidery and hummingbirds. Survivors include a daughter Loanna (Kevin) Glad of Temperance; two sons, Edwin (Catherine) Schilling of Hillsdale and Jim (Vivian) Schilling of Allen; a sister,… September 14, 2008 Age 97. Wife of the late Edward H. for 68 years. Dear mother of Carol Aubrey (John) and Janice Stokes. Grandmother of Andrew Aubrey (Karen). Great grandmother of Kaitlin and Jackson Aubrey. Sister of the late Genevieve Holcomb and Clarabelle Methner. Funeral service Wednesday 11 a.m. at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward (between 13-14 Mile). Family will receive friends Tuesday 3-8 p.m. Memorial tributes to The Judson Center, 4410 W. Thirteen Mile… HURLEY, Wis. -- Nancee J. Gardner, 76, of 206 Second Ave. N., Hurley, died Saturday, Sept. 6, 2008, at Court Manor Nursing Home in Ashland, Wis. Nancy L. Myers of Hillsdale passed away Monday, Sept, 8, 2008, at the Community Hospital in Bryan, Ohio. She was born July 25, 1938 in Jackson County, the daughter of Richard and Alberta (Troutner) Graham. She is survived by four children, Arlene (Gene) La Doux of Shelby, William (Julie) Myers of Bryan, Ohio, James D., Jr. (Debbie) Myers of Osseo, and Cynthia K. (Shawn) Hawkes of Jonesville; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren and one on the way; one brother, Fred (Becky) Graham of Reading; and… Nathan I. Harris, age 32, passed away unexpectedly at his Carleton home on Sunday evening, September 7, 2008. He was born December 21, 1975, in Monroe, Michigan, from the marriage of Bobby Harris and Joan (Joblinski) Harris. Neal Andrew Woodruff was born on May 2, 1923 to Mary Ellen Crowell Woodruff and Edward “Earl” Woodruff, at the Hornish Place, Shock Road in Beaverton. He died Sept. 5, 2008 after an extended illness. Nelson Klungle, 83, of Holland, died Monday, Sept. 15, 2008. Arrangements are pending at Lakeshore Memorial Services. Norman “Catfish” K. Davis, 76, of Beaverton passed away Sept. 4, 2008 at Gladwin Pines Nursing Home following a short illness. will continue Wednesday, Sept. 17, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Williamsburg United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 18, at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family. Oscar F. Ford, age 86, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Wednesday afternoon Sept. 10, 2008, at Millers Merry Manor in LaGrange, Indiana. He was born April 8, 1922, in South Bend, Ind., a son of the late Harvey and Emma (Sanderson) Ford. Oscar had resided in Sturgis since 1965, coming from South Bend. On Dec. 28, 1946, he married Evelyn Koza in Mishawaka, Ind. Following 21 years of dedicated employment he retired from the Sturgis Foundry in 1986. After his retirement he had worked at Holy Angels Catholic… Wednesday 2-9 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Rd. (at Schoenherr). Funeral Service Thursday at the funeral home, call (586) 977-7300 for time. Family requests mostly plants. Memorials to SPCA or the Michigan Humane Society. Share memories at www.bcfh.com September 15, 2008. Beloved husband of Nettie. Loving father of Michael. The family has entrusted care and services to the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com Tuesday 5-9 p.m. and Wednesday 12-9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Paws with a Cause, Grand Rapids, MI. (Leader Dogs for the Deaf). www.howepeterson.com Wednesday 5-9 p.m. and Thursday 12-9 p.m. Funeral Services Friday 1 p.m. at the John N. Santeiu and Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford and Cherry Hill). Beloved son of the late Dave and Goldie Plotnick. Dear brother of Lillian (Joseph) Myers and the late Eva Burnstein. Services Tuesday 1:30 p.m. at the HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL (248) 543-1622. Interment at Hebrew Memorial Park Cemetery. Wednesday 2-9 p.m. Memorials suggested to St. James United Church of Christ. KEVIN MATTHEW PENNY, baby boy of loving parents Kevin and Tina Penny of Blair Twp., passed away Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008, in Grand Rapids, Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 19, 2008, at Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. A complete obituary will appear in an upcoming edition of the Record-Eagle. The family is being served by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. Peter Isidore Durban, Age 78, passed away peacefully with his wife at his side on Monday, September 1, 2008, at the Toledo Hospital medical intensive care unit, where he had been ill for a couple of weeks. Age 33, of Gulfport, MS, died Friday, September 12, 2008 in Detroit, MI where she had been living with her three children since Hurricane Katrina. She was a dedicated mother and a nurturing, compassionate friend to everyone. Her memorial service was held at Lovett's Funeral Chapel in Mobile, AL on Monday, September 15, 2008. Thursday and Friday 2-8 p.m. Order of Alhambra Galicia Caravan Rosary Thursday 7:30 p.m. ahpeters.com . will be 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday, September 16 in Pollock-Randall Funeral Home, Port Huron. Funeral Service at noon Wednesday in Pollock-Randall Funeral Home with visitaiton from 10 a.m.-noon. Burial will be in Oakland Hills Cemetery, Novi. Memorials to the charity of donor's choice. To send condolences, visit pollockrandallfuneralhome.com Randy Benson, 55, passed away Saturday, Aug. 2, 2008 at the MidMichigan Medical Center�“Midland following a sudden illness.  Raymond J. Brooks died September 12, 2008, with his loving and devoted wife and children by his side. His family wishes to thank the doctors and nurses of the M.D. Anderson Medical Center, Holland Hospital, Holland Hematology Clinic, and the critical care unit of Spectrum Health for their outstanding compassion and excellent skills in caring for Ray. Ray was born in Detroit on October 29, 1929 as the son of Herman Joseph and Martha Leona Brooks. He is a descendent of a long line of sailing and steam… Rex A. Vaughn, 65, of 2810 N - 675 W, Shipshewana, Ind., died at 8:50 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 8, 2008, at Goshen General Hospital Goshen, Ind., after a four-year battle with cancer. He was born Oct. 3, 1942, in Allen County, Ind., to Rodney and Rosalie (Carlson) Vaughn. He moved to this area in 1965, coming from Noble County. On Aug. 11, 1961, in Noble County, Ind., he married Sherrill A. (Smith) Vaughn. He had worked at J.O. Mory, Golden Auto Parts, LaGrange, Gerring Industries; he was the owner and… Richard E. Brunni, 81, of Grand Rapids, passed away Sept. 4, 2008 at Grand Rapids Home for Veterans following a long illness. Richard E. Poupard, age 71, of Monroe died September 12, 2008 at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center in Toledo. Friends may call from 1 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Ford Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 203 E. Elm Ave.  Richard Rabineau, 71, of Coldwater, died Saturday, Sept. 13, 2008 at the Laurels of Coldwater. Visitation will be held on Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008 from 6-8:00 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater. The service will be Friday, Sept. 19, 2008 at 1 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home with Pastor David Anderson from the First Baptist Church officiating. Interment will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery in Coldwater. Richard was born July 7, 1937 in Sault Ste. Marie to Arthur and Ethel (Eastman) Rabineau. He married… DURHAM, N.C. -- Robert Wayne Korpela, of 10 Cabe's Mill Road, Durham, passed away July 3, 2008, at Duke Medical Center, Durham, following complications from diabetes. at the Dearborn Chapel of Voran Funeral Home 23701 Ford Rd. Tuesday 2 to 9 p.m. Funeral Wednesday, In state 9:00 a.m. at the Dearborn Ward Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 20201 Rotunda Dr. (Dearborn) Funeral Service 10 a.m. Interment Great Lakes National Cemetery (Holly, MI). Please make donations to the Disabled American Veterans. Visit our Online Guestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com Age 75 of Clinton Twp, died peacefully September 13,2008. Dear brother of Therese McDonald, Cecilia Roll, Mary Flynn, the late Davis Snyder and the late Mary Margaret Nemes; and uncle to many nieces and nephews. Graveside Services and Military Honors will be 11 a.m.Thursday September 18 at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com . Shirley K. Peña, age 65, of Holland was carried by angels to be with her Heavenly Father on Sunday, September 14, 2008. Shirley was a parishioner of St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church she was a CCD teacher and volunteered for the school. She was a member of the Eastern Star and Lady Knights of Columbus. She was a volunteer at the Soup Kitchen, Holland Rescue Mission, St. Vincent de Paul and St. Francis Funeral Luncheon Committee. She was preceded in death by her parents, Carson and Bonnie… Stella "Stefanie" Cooper, 94, of Monroe died Sunday at Tendercare of Monroe. Visitation will be held from 2 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Allore Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, where services are pending. Sylvia C. Mathis, 69, of Berkley since 1977, died Sunday, BARKER, Thomas - Age 83, of Flint, passed away Thursday, September 11, 2008 at Genesys Hospice Care Center. Funeral Services will be 12PM Monday, September 15, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Rd., Grand Blanc Twp. Interment will follow in Flint Memorial Park, Mt. Morris. Visitation will be 4-7PM Sunday at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to Kindred Spirits, 2320 Dodge Rd., Clio.Online condolences and tributes may be posted on the obituaries page of… EUGENE CHALMERS THORPE, 81, of Peshawbestown, died Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2008, at Tendercare of Leelanau.No local services are planned. Arrangements are with the Martinson Funeral Home of Suttons Bay. will be from 11 a.m. until the time of the funeral on Wednesday. Pastor Thomas Townsend officiating. Arrangements by Blackburn Chapel-Martin Funeral Home in North Branch, MI 810-688-3232. VERNIER, BRUCE A. ; age 66; of Milford; September 14, 2008; beloved husband of the late Meta; loving father of Diann Richards, Betty Crane and Helen (Michael) Murphy; proud grandfather of five and great grandfather of two; he is also survived by many dear family and friends. A veteran of the U.S. Army, Bruce returned to work as a Maintenance Technician for the Huron Valley School District and enjoyed his retirement after 32 years of service. Memorial Service 7 p.m. Thursday, September 18, at Elton Black and… Vera Mae Wardrop, age 82, of Monroe died Thursday at 5:57 a.m. at Mercy Memorial Hospital, Monroe. She had been seriously ill for six weeks. In accordance to her wishes, there will be no visitation or services. Violet Marie Stalhood, of Hillsdale passed away Friday, Sept. 5, 2008 at the Tendercare of Albion. She was born Oct. 4, 1939 in Hillsdale, the daughter of Howard and Iva (Burke) Berry. She was preceded in death by her parents; three husbands, Samuel C. Stalhood, Arthur Harold Byers, Jr. and Russell Edwin Barker; two granddaughters, Christina Gordon and Jonnie Barker; and two sisters, Louise Rodesiler and Nancy Berry. She is survived by six children, Mary (John, Jr) Houtz of Hillsdale, Bonnie (Jerry) Houtz… Virginia Dawn Habasko passed away Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital. Passed on August 29, 2008. A Funeral Mass in his honor will be held Friday, September 19, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at the Stone Chapel of St. Hugo of The Hill in Bloomfield Hills, MI. Walter R. Goodburn, 72, of East Jordan, died Saturday, Sept. 13, 2008, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. will be held Friday, Sept. 19, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Martinson Funeral Home of Suttons Bay. The funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Suttons Bay. Burial will follow at Suttons Bay Township Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Immanuel Lutheran Church, PO Box 206, Suttons Bay, MI 49682 and/or Northwest Michigan House of Hope, PO Box 5014, Traverse City, MI 49696. Please share thoughts and memories with Keith's family on his blog,… Wayne R. Ignatz, 91, of 211 S. Laird St., White Pigeon, Mich., died Sept. 13, 2008, at his home due to natural causes. He was born June 7, 1917, in White Pigeon, a son of Ross and Eva (Zook) Ignatz. He lived in the White Pigeon area his entire life and was a graduate of White Pigeon High School as class salutatorian and a graduate of Parsons Business College in Kalamazoo, Mich. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1943-1946 in the Pacific as a mailman, second class. On June 11, 1962, he married Noma L.…  WILLIAMSPORT, Ind. — Wesley “Randy” Blanton, age 58 of rural Williamsport, Ind. died unexpectedly at his home at 4:57 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008. Randy was born in South Bend, Ind. on Sept. 5, 1950. He was the son of Jim and Delta Blanton and Jean and the late Red Gadie. He attended Coldwater High School in Michigan. He previously lived in Coldwater and had been a resident of Warren County since 1981. On June 19, 1983 he married Joanna Lynn Brutus in Pine Village, Ind. She survives.… Wilburn Brannon of Flat Rock died Wednesday at University of Michigan Hospital, Ann Arbor, from injuries suffered in a car-pedestrian accident. Arrangements by Flat Rock chapel of Arthur Bobcean Funeral Home. Wilburn L. Brannon, 79, of Flat Rock died at the U of M Hospital in Ann Arbor as the result of an auto accident on Wednesday, September 10, 2008. William E. Smith, age 59 of Adrian, passed away Friday, September 12, 2008, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor. Arrangements are pending at the Wagley Funeral Home. will take place from 6 until 8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17, at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 18, also at the funeral home, with Pastors Lou Damiani and Steve Dodd officiating. Burial will be in Acme Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society . The family is being served by Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home, Traverse City; www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com |
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Michigan Obituaries 09/16/08
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