Thursday 5-9 p.m. and Friday 2-9 p.m. at the Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, 23720 Farmington Rd. (between 9-10 Mile Rd., just N. of Grand River) downtown Farmington (248-474-5200). Memorial tributes suggested to Angela Hospice, St. John Hospice or for Masses. 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. 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. Allen W. Parmenter, 86, of LaGrange, Ind., died Sept. 16, 2008, at Miller’s Merry Manor in LaGrange. Visitation will be held from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the First Church of God in LaGrange where services are at 2 p.m. Saturday. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery, LaGrange. Memorials may be made to Gideon’s International. Arrangements are by Frurip-May Funeral Home, LaGrange. 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 Eugene Holloway March 29, 1928 — Sept. 8, 2008 Arthur Eugene Holloway, 80, of Jerome, went to be with the Lord on Monday, Sept. 8, 2008, in his home. Arthur was born on March 29, 1928, in West Palm Beach, Florida, the son of Arthur Ezekiel and Myrtle Mae (Sikes) Holloway. He attended Palm Beach High School where he was a Civil Air Patrol Cadet and played on both the baseball and basketball teams, and received his BA in Business from the University of Miami, Fla. He served in the United States… Arthur L. Steinman, 80, of Sebewaing and Englewood, Fla., died July 5, 2008., Cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral services. Friday 5-8 p.m. and Funeral Saturday 10 a.m. at Vanderlaan Funeral Home, Hudsonville, MI. Interment Georgetown Cemetery. Please share a memory with the family at September 13, 2008, age 54. He was a resident of Northville, Michigan and Newport Coast, California. Loving father of Jennifer, Jill, Elizabeth and Jake. Mr. Beitzel was preceded in death by his father Paul and is survived by his mother, Eileen Beitzel, sisters, Judy Fike (Bobby) and Janice Grigg (John), nephews, John and Kodi, nieces, Lanette and Kali. He is fondly remembered by his companion, Ms. Gretchen Rossi, his close friends and extended family who brought him so much joy and happiness. A graduate of… Wednesday 2-8 p.m. Funeral Service Thursday 11 a.m. at Risko Ferguson Family Funeral Home, 2401 S. Wayne Rd., Westland, MI. 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 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… 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 Billy Morris, age 78, of Adrian passed away Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2008, at his home. Funeral arrangements are pending under the direction of Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. 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… Catherine O. Weber, 95, of Gladwin passed away Sept. 16, 2008 at MidMichigan Gladwin Pines following a long illness. Charles Joseph “Charlie” Crane of West Branch, formerly of Davison, 71, passed away Friday, Sept. 12, 2008 at Genesys Health Park, Grand Blanc. 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… Constance “Connie” M. Pischner, 70, of Charlevoix, died Sept. 15, 2008, at Charlevoix Area Hospital. Wendesday and Thursday 4-8 p.m with a 7p.m Prayer Service Thursday evening at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Pkwy. (16 Mile). Instate Friday 9:00am at St. Michael Catholic Community on Hayes Rd, just south of 18 Mile, until 9:30a.m. Mass. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family their "On-Line Guestbook" at 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… Daniel L. Belote, age 52, of Bronson, Mich., died Monday, Sept. 15, 2008, at the Community Health Center of Branch County following a long illness. He was born April 14, 1956, in Coldwater, a son of Kenneth M. and Carolyn M. (Klemmer) Belote, and graduated from Bronson High School in 1974. He then earned his associate’s degree at Ferris State University in 1976 and in 1977 moved to Houston, Texas, for a year, working in construction. Dan lived and worked in Colorado for Wick Homes from 1980 to 1989. … Daniel M. Demers, 45, of Hillsdale, passed away Monday, Sept. 15, 2008, at his home. He was born May 20, 1963 in Gary, Ind. to Michael and Barbara (Maluvac) Demers, they survive in Osseo. Dan was a graduate of Pioneer High School and attended St. Anthony Catholic Church. He has resided in the Hillsdale area the past 12 years and prior to that in Kunkle, Ohio. Surviving besides his parents Michael and Barbara, is a sister, Lorraine Landers of Osseo and also several extended family members and friends.… 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 Allen Cleary, 70, of Perry, formerly of Fowlerville, died Thursday, Sept. 11, 2008 after a courageous battle with cancer. Donald H. Nelson, 91, of Beverly Hills, formerly of Austin, Minn., died Monday, Sept. 15, 2008, at William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak. He was born May 10, 1917, in Austin. 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. Donald Rogers, age 61, passed away Friday, September 12, 2008. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Dodie Renee Rogers; and his brother, Paul Rogers. Don will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Viola Rogers (VanderLaan); his children, Russell Eugene (Katie) Rogers, Randie Vi Rogers; his grandchildren, Ellie, Max and Summer; his mother-in-law, Dorothy VanderLaan; his brothers, David (Carol) Rogers, Jerome (Diane) Rogers, and Paul’s wife, Carolyn. Visitation was held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.… Donna Dixon, 81, passed away September 3, 2008. She was a member of Grace Bible Church. She founded the Hi Neighbor Service as well as the New Comers Club in Brandon, Fla. She assisted her husband who was director of Child Evangelism Fellowship and the Inner City Outreach Inc. for 23 years. She is survived by her husband, Jack; children, Michael and Bill Hilbrands and Jill Leavens; stepchildren, John Dixon III, Carol Smith, Kay Scaglione and Karen Ely; sister, Hazel Visser; 16 grandchildren; and five… 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. Duane James Porter, age 69, of Morenci, formerly of Blissfield, passed away Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008, at Bixby Medical Center. He was born July 16, 1939, in Blissfield, to James H. and Helen (Mallory) Porter. Duane is survived by a son, Rodney (Margie) Porter of Pioneer, Ohio; one daughter, Vivian Aldrich of Camden, Mich.; one brother, Robert Porter of Blissfield; one sister, Sandra Derda of New Port Richey, Fla.; an aunt, Jenny Harvey of Adrian; two nephews, Todd and Anthony Shepherd; four grandchildren and… Dystin K. Kowalski April 6, 1995 — Sept. 11, 2008 Dystin K. Kowalski, 13, of Coldwater, died Thursday, Sept. 11, 2008, after a courageous battle with cancer for 2 years. Dystin was born April 6, 1995, in Coldwater, to Kirt and Penny (Horn) Kowalski. He was a student at Legg Middle School; his favorite subjects where History, Math, and Science. He played Coldwater Rocket Football and was a big U of M fan. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and riding his Make-A-Wish Rhino. He is survived by his parents, Kirt… Friday 9:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave, at Vernier Rd, Grosse Pointe Woods. Funeral service Saturday 11:00 a.m. at Grosse Pointe Congregational Church, 240 Chalfonte, Grosse Pointe Woods. Interment at Burt Lake, MI. 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… Ellen W. Johnson, age 77, of Fennville, died Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008, at Golden Orchards Assisted Living in Fennville. Born April 28, 1931, she was the daughter of Charles and Mildred Williams. Ellen was a member of All Saints Episcopal Church, Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society, long time benefactor of the Red Barn Theatre, supporter of the Saugatuck Center of the Arts, member of the Pier Cove Ravine Trust Association, a benefactor to the South Western Michigan Underwater Preserve Society which… 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… Evelyn May Patterson, 81, of Gladwin, passed away Sept. 7 at her home. FOSTER MARIA GRAZIA, September 17, 2008, Thursday 6-9 p.m. and Friday 1-9 p.m. Rosary Friday 7 p.m. Funeral Mass Saturday 10 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Rd.). Interment Mt. Olivet Cemeter. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at Print , Send , Create , or Fern E. Bengelsdorf, 75 of Dundee, Mich., died Monday, Sept. 15, 2008, at Mercy Memorial Hospital in Monroe after a 15-month bout with breast cancer. Born Oct. 9, 1932, in Sturgis, Mich., she was a daughter of John and Nina (Buchholz) Falkenstein. She was married to Robert C. Bengelsdorf on March 14, 1953, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sturgis by Rev. Herbert Heidenreich. Fern was a homemaker; a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Monroe, where she was a Sunday School teacher for 30 years; a former… Fern E. Benglesdorf, 75, of Dundee died at 3:56 p.m. Monday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home. 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 Heuchert, 74, died Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008., Robert C. Knoll, 84, of Verona Township, formerly a 30-year resident of Roseville, died Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2008, at his home. He was born Feb. 10, 1924, in Detroit. 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 . Gage Asher Beaubien, infant son of Grace Beaubien, returned to the Lord five hours after his birth, Thursday, Sept. 11, 2008, at the University of Michigan Medical Center. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his grandparents, Mike and Marshonnie Brinkman of Hudson and Joseph Beaubien, Sr. of Adrian; great-grandparents, Jim and Linda Tate of Adrian, Robert and Nancy Beaubien of Adrian, Paul and Lorraine Macomber of Allouez, Mich., and Milt and Gale Brinkman of Escanaba; and an uncle, Joey Beaubien… 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. Gary William Goodrich, 49, of Clinton died Monday, Sept. 15, 2008, at home. He was born Feb. 20, 1959, in Cadillac, Mich., the son of Claude and Beatrice (Eling) Goodrich. On June 22, 1985, Gary married Mary Anne Bivins, in Clinton at Tate Park; she survives. Gary had been employed by Hardwoods of Michigan for 30 years as an equipment operator. Gary enjoyed fishing in Lake Erie, up north and the Raisin River. He also enjoyed gardening, but most of all, spending quality time with his family. In addition… Geneva Ellwood, 91, of Dundee died Monday morning at St. Joseph Mercy Saline Hospital. Arrangements by Cover Funeral Home, Dundee.  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… 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 Jerry Howard, 68, of Petoskey, died Sept. 15, 2008, at Blodgett Hospital in Grand Rapids. Joan C. Knight, 71, of Beaverton passed away on Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008 at MidMichigan Medical Center�“Midland. 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… Joseph A. Mannlein, age 73, of Dundee, passed away at his home on Sunday evening, September 14, 2008. He was born in Petersburg, Nebraska to George and Leona (Friese) Mannlein. He married Gloria A. Lindhorst November 17, 1956 at St. 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. 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.… LEEKS, MICHELLE GRACE ; age 40; of Rochester Hills; September 15, 2008. Loving mother of Kelvin, Chloe, the late Katie and Corinna; dear daughter of Charles and Joann Stadler; brother of Mark (Loraine); aunt of Ryan; also survived by her children's father Kelvin. Michelle loved the ocean, painting, and spending time with her family and friends. Funeral Service Friday, September 19, 2008, 11 a.m. at the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home , 339 Walnut Blvd., Rochester. The family will receive friends Wednesday 5… Larry Lentz Oct. 19, 1940 — Aug. 15, 2008 Larry Lentz, 67, of Florida, formerly of Hillsdale, died Aug. 15, 2008 of a heart attack. He was born Oct. 19, 1940, to Garnett and Agnes Lentz who preceded him. Larry graduated from Hillsdale High School in 1958 and from the University of Michigan. He was in the Army in Germany and then lived in Maine before moving to Florida where he owned his own lawn service. Surviving are his wife, Julia of Florida; sisters, Carolyn (Frank) Tarzia and their daughter Lisa of… WAUKESHA, Wis. -- Layla Mae Susnik was born June 11, 2008, and passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008. Lela "Lee" Rae Campbell, 79, of Clinton Township and Fort Myers, Fla., died Monday, Sept. 15, 2008, in Beaumont Hospital, Grosse Pointe. She was born March 26, 1929, in Detroit. 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. 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,… M. Yvonne Schlagheck, 74, of Temperance died early today at Toledo Hospital. Arrangements by Bedford Funeral Chapel, Temperance. Thursday 10 a.m. until time of Service 11 a.m. at White Chapel Cemetery in the Chapel of Flowers, Troy. Memorials to the Alzheimer's Association appreciated. Arrangements by Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, Royal Oak, 248-541-7000. Share your memories at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.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 MURPHY, CHARLES ; of Waterford; September 15, 2008; age 84. Loving husband of the late Barbara; dear father of Jeffrey Murphy, Pamela Major and Susan Murphy; dear grandfather of Jessica, Shane and Stacia. Special friend of Matthew Carr. Mr. Murphy was a Building Construction Estimator. He was a member of Central United Methodist Church and was a veteran of the United States Army. Funeral Services will be Thursday, September 18, 2008, 11 a.m. at the Riverside Chapel, Simpson-Modetz Funeral Home , 5630… 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. Marjorie Enderle, 89, of Cordova, Tenn., formerly of Roseville, died Friday, Sept. 12, 2008, in Memphis, Tenn. 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 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,… Michael A. Geiger, 56, a 28-year resident of St. Clair Shores, formerly of Detroit, died Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008. He was born March 4, 1952, in Detroit. BESSEMER, Mich. -- Mildred J. "Milly" Samarziya, 84, of Bessemer, passed away early Monday morning, Sept. 15, 2008, in Wakefield. 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… Friday 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. and Service Saturday 11 a.m. at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W. 11 Mile Rd. (4 blks. E. of Woodward), Royal Oak. Burial at Acacia Park Cemetery, Beverly Hills. Memorials to the South Oakland YMCA appreciated. Share your memories at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com . 75, a 40 year resident of Garden City, currently of Mancelona, died September 10, 2008, in Traverse City. A Memorial Celebration will be held Saturday September 20, at 11:30 a.m. at the Hawthorne Valley Country Club in Westland. A luncheon will follow at noon. Arrangements by Mortensen Funeral Homes. Nelson Klungle, age 83 of Holland, cherished father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, died September 15, 2008, with his loved ones at his side. His family wishes to thank Dr. Dan McNeil, and his wife Beth McNeil FNP for their excellent compassionate care over the past years and to the Hospice Care Team for the outstanding services they provided. Nelson was born May 13, 1925 in Holland to Charles and Jeanette Klungle. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Nick, Jake, and Len. He is… at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Road, (between 14-15 Mile Rds.) Wednesday 5-8 p.m. and Thursday 2-8 p.m. Rosary, Thursday 7 p.m. Memorials appreciated to Covenant House of Michigan, ATTN: Finance, 2959 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Detroit, MI 48208. Obituary and condolences at lynchfuneraldirectors.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 Prominent Attorney and Community Leader, William L. Price passed August 25, 2008 at his residence. As an attorney with his own successful law firm for many years, William was a legal confidant and mentor for many Michigan leaders and others for decades, serving as a legal aide to congressman John D. Dingell. Among the numerous accomplishments and contributions to his community and country, he served as a lieutenant during WWII (364th Infantry), he was founder of the first block clubs in the City of Detroit,… Patricia Kim Thorn, 43, of Monroe died Sunday night at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service. 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. Thursday 3-8 p.m. Donations to NARSAD, 1-800-829-8289, www.narsad.org or St. Lawrence University, www.stlawu.edu. ahpeters.com September 7, 2008, age 61, of Reno, NV, formerly of Michigan. Daughter of the late Sam and Mary Hagopian of Dearborn. Graduate of Fordson High School and Michigan State University. Retired from General Motors where she was the first woman plant manager. Diana is survived by her husband Doug, son, Clint, brother, Richard and sisters, Patricia and Margaret. Memorial donations may be made to the Leukemia Foundation, 1421 E. 12 Mile, Madison Hts., 48071. Age 88 of Harper Woods. Beloved mother of the late Kenneth. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and good friends. Teresa retired from NBD after 33 years of service in 1985. She was predeceased by four brothers and one sister. In state Thursday 10 a.m. until time of Mass 11 a.m. St. Jude Catholic Church, 15889 E. Seven Mile Rd., Detroit. Arrangements by Kaul Funeral Home, St. Clair Shores. (586) 775-2424. Wednesday 2:00-9 pm with an evening Rosary Service 6:30 pm, at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12½ Mile). Mrs. Romps will lie in state Thursday 9:00 a.m., at St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church, until the time of the Funeral Mass 9:30 am. Share memories at www.Temrowski.com Friday 2-9 p.m. with an evening Masonic Service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Valentine Catholic Church, Redford, Michigan. www.neely-turowski.com  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… Richard A. "Big Rick" Collins, 60, of Clinton Township, died Monday, Sept. 15, 2008, in Mount Clemens Regional Medical Center. He was born in Premium, Ky. 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. Ryan Patrick Earegood, 27, of Houghton Lake and Holland, passed away Monday, September 15, 2008, at his parent’s home surrounded by his loving family and fiance’. Ryan was born on March 17, 1981 in Grayling, Michigan. He grew up and attended school in Houghton Lake graduating in 1999. He then attended Lake Superior State University and was a member of Theta XI Fraternity and has served as the vice president and secretary for the fraternity. Ryan was working as a controls engineer for J.R. Automation in… Age 58. September 14, 2008. Beloved daughter of Robert and Doris. Loving sister and friend of Kathy (Mark) Fandale and Steve (Judy). Cherished aunt of Maureen (Jason) Bales, John, Jacob, Peter and Andrew. Will also be missed by many relatives and friends. Memorial gathering Friday 3-8 p.m. at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W 11 Mile Rd. (4 blks. E of Woodward), Royal Oak. Family will receive friends Saturday 10:30 a.m. until time of memorial service 11 a.m. at Renaissance Unity Church, 11200… from 9 a.m.- 9 p.m. Funeral Services will be Friday, September 19, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of James H. Cole Home for Funerals, Inc. Burial will follow at Detroit Memorial Park-West. Tuesday 2-8 p.m. with Prayers 7 p.m. at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, 16300 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe. In state Friday 9:30 a.m. until time of Service 10 a.m. at St. Paul on the Lake, 157 Lake Shore Rd., Grosse Pointe Farms. Memorial contributions may be made to the Michigan Humane Society. Light a Candle and Share a Memory at www.Verheyden.org Beloved husband of Aranka Elizabeth. Dearest cousin of John Arvai, Margaret DeShetlar, Charles Arvai, Loretta Thiry and Joseph Kerekes. Mr. Solet's remains will lie in California. age 81 of Dearborn Heights, beloved by all who knew her, passed away September 12, 2008. Born in Detroit, MI in 1926. Elsie was the dear wife of the late Walter Sotnik and loving daughter of the late Alexander and Olga (nee Fobel) Shkilevich. After graduating from Detroit Business University, Elsie enjoyed a long and diverse career at Ford Motor Company, where she worked for 40 years before retiring. Elsie's kindheartedness and friendly demeanor endeared her to all whom she came in contact with. Elsie… September 15, 2008, age 66. Beloved husband of Loretta. Dear father of Douglas (Carrie), Kenneth (Lindsey), Anthony (Laura) and Daniel. Adoring grandfather of Phoebe and Owen. Brother of the late Robert, Gerald, Donelda and Daneen. Celebration of Life for family and friends Thursday, September 18, 5-9 p.m. at The Italian American Club, 39200 Five Mile Rd., Livonia. If desired, memorial contributions to Salvation Army. Age 83, September 15, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Bud. Loving mother of Gary (Kathy), Michael (Julie) Supanich and the late Karen Williams. Survived by four granddaughters and one great granddaughter. Dear friend of Judy Thornton . In state Friday 10:30 a.m. at St. Michael Catholic Community (Hayes Rd. just south of 18 Mile) until Mass at 11 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com . Sammy Lee Gresham, 59, of Center Line, died Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008, in Henry Ford Macomb Hospital, Warren. He was born Nov. 7, 1948, in Alabama. 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. Stella quot;Stefanie quot; Cooper, age 94, of Monroe passed away Sunday, September 14, 2008, at Tendercare of Monroe after a brief illness. Stirl Maiden Jr., 50, of Jeffersonville, Ky., formerly of Monroe, died Saturday in his home. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home. THOMAS, PATRICIA ANN ; age 79; of Auburn Hills; September 16, 2008. Beloved wife of the late George L.; loving mother of Lee (Lisa) of Rochester Hills and Chuck of Howell; cherished grandmother of five. Friends may visit Thursday 5 to 8 p.m. at the Pixley Funeral Home-Davis Chapel , 3530 Auburn Rd., Auburn Hills. Services Friday 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment, White Chapel. Share a memory at: www.mem.com 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… Thomas John Richards, 56, died Friday, Sept. 12, 2008, at Clarkston Specialty Healthcare Center in Clarkston. He was born June 23, 1952 in Detroit to the late Justin John Richards Jr. and the late Shirley May (nee: McGrath). of Hale; September 15, 2008 at age 86. Wife of the late Robert. Mother of William (Martha) Upton, Janet Demeyere, Richard (Terri) Upton and Barrett (Peggy) Upton. Also survived by eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Sister-in-law of James (Margaret) Upton. Special friend of the late Ed Smith. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, September 18, 2008 from the Hale Chapel of the Buresh-Bennett Funeral Home, 121 S. Washington. The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. until the… SIMMONDS, MILDRED C. (nee: Curlee) ; age 90; of Waterford; went to be with the Lord peacefully on September 15, 2008, after battling bladder cancer for four months. Dear wife of 43 years to the late James Samuel Simmonds (died August 10, 1988); loving mother of Fred H. (Judy) Simmonds of Wixom, and James R. Dick (Karen) Simmonds of Lawrenceville, GA; grandmother of Teresa Simmonds of Wixom, Fred H. Simmonds, Jr., of Longwood, FL, Nathan Simmonds of Lone Tree, CO, Samuel Simmonds, and Joseph Simmonds of… Virginia Dawn Habasko passed away Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital. Vivabelle Fisher, age 87, originally of Sturgis, Mich., went to be with her Lord on Sept. 8, 2008, in Charleston, S.C. A daughter of the late William J. and Ruth (Bender) Fisher, she was born Jan. 20, 1921, and was one of 10 children, four of whom survive her and five who preceded her in death. She graduated from Sturgis High School and attended Marion College, Marion, Ind. She taught school in California. Arrangements have been made for her interment in Las Cruces, N.M., where she resided after… September 13, 2008 of West Chester, PA, formerly of Livonia, Michigan. Beloved husband of Deloris (nee Graham). Father of Diane Babich, Patricia Zaret, and Robert Wasilewski, Jr. Grandfather of Jennifer Tatum (nee Babich), Jason Babich, Cortney and Alison Zaret. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Disabled American Veterans. 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. September 13, 2008, age 78. Beloved wife of Don. Dear mother of Guy J. and the late Roy, and grandmother of Kasey and Eryne. Loving sister of Laurence Brunetti and the late Jean Darragh. Aunt of many loving nieces and nephews. Close friend of Diane Lewis, Sr. Ron S.S.J., Sr. Jan S.S.J. and many others. Private funeral services have been held. Walter R. Goodburn, 72, of East Jordan, died Saturday, Sept. 13, 2008, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. 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 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, Sept. 12, 2008, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor. He was born on Sept. 10, 1949, in Toledo, Ohio, the son of Emery Robert and Vivian (Skaggs) Smith. After graduating from Rossford High School with the Class of 1967, he attended Bowling Green State University before completing his Bachelor of Education and Music degree at Siena Heights University. On July 22, 1947, Bill married Kathy Parr in Toledo. Kathy, his wife of 34 years, survives. Bill… Fred Wood Funeral Home, (Rice Chapel) 36100 Five Mile Rd. (one Mile W. of Farmington Rd.) Thursday 9 a.m. until time of Service at 11 a.m. Thursday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Service Friday 10 a.m. at the John N. Santeiu and Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford and Cherry Hill). In lieu of flowers, memorials suggested to the family. |
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Michigan Obituaries 09/17/08
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