| hours Tuesday 4-9 p.m. and Wednesday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Thursday 11 a.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores. Entombment Cadillac Memorial Gardens. Memorials to the Capuchin Fathers would be appreciated. aAlbert M. Moggs, 87, of Gladwin passed away Sept. 1, 2008 at Edna Mae’s Leisurely Living AFC in Gladwin following a long illness.
ROCHESTER HILLS — Alvin Carl Smith, born Oct. 16, 1938 in Edmore, went home to be with his Lord on Sept. 6, 2008 at Medilodge in Rochester Hills at the age of 69 following a prolonged illness. He was a member of the Coldwater Free Methodist Church and Gideons International. He graduated from Remus High School in 1957 and Radio Electronic Television Schools in Detroit in 1959. He earned a private pilot’s license and made several cross country flights and three mountain search and rescue flights. He also… . . . Detailed View WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Anne Cyrena Romano, 92, a longtime resident of Wakefield, passed away Sunday morning, Sept. 7, 2008, in Ironwood. planned. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Directors, 1200 W. Wheeler St., Midland. You may send your condolences through www.waresmithwoolever.com. Arthur L. Steinman, 80, of Sebewaing and Englewood, Fla., died July 5, 2008., Cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral services. Arthur W. Parran Sr. Dec. 28, 1920-Sept. 6, 2008 Arthur W. Parran Sr., 87, of Erie passed away Saturday night, September 6, 2008, in his home. Born December 28, 1920, he was the son of William and Marie (Scheich) Parran. He married Vivien Miller February 20, 1943. Thursday 4-8 p.m. Donations may be made to the charity of your choice. www.thayer-rock.com begins at Church 10:30 a.m. Memorial tributes to Camp Hayo-Went-Ha, 919 N.E. Torch Lake Dr., Central Lake, MI 49622. A.J. Desmond & Sons (248) 549-0500. View obituary and share memories at begins at church 10:30a.m. Memorial tributes to Camp Hayo-Went-Ha, 919 N.E. Torch Lake Dr., Central Lake, MI 49622. A.J. Desmond & Sons (248) 549-0500. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com at the S.K. Schultz Funeral Home, 43300 Garfield, north of 19 Mile, Clinton Township, on Wednesday from 2:00 until 9:00 p.m. Funeral Service Thursday 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share your thoughts and memories at Barbara Ann, Eagle, Grand Ledge, Age 70, passed away September 8, 2008 in Lansing after a battle with lung cancer. She was born on May 28, 1938 in Saginaw to the late Harmon and Mary (Smejkal) McCrae Gough., She is survived by her husband of 44 years, Gerald; son, Eddie (Lynn) Martin of Perrinton; daughters, Robin Jones of Grand Ledge and Tamie Dimick of St. Cloud, FL; six wonderful grandchildren: Jessica, Jason, Aaron Martin; Samantha Colon; G. Michael, Sarah Lloyd; brothers, John P. (Sue) McRae and Donald… Barbara R. Sarniak, aged 55, formerly of Lowell, passed away on September 1, 2008. Please see Tuesday's Press for full obituary. Barry C. Hekman, 32, of Holland, died Monday, Sept. 8, 2008, in South Carolina. Arrangements will be announced by Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel. www.notierverleelangeland.com IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Benjamin Pusakulich, 83, of Ironwood, formerly of Wakefield and Ramsay, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008, at the Clement J. Zablocki Veterans Administration Medical Center in Milwaukee. Rodgers, Benjamin R. Chelsea, MI Age 22, died Saturday, September 6, 2008 due to injuries from an automobile accident. He was born August 10, 1986, the son of Doug and Sue Rodgers. A full obituary will be available at www.ColeFuneralChapel.com and will be published in tomorrow's paper. Berry, Willie, 53, retired Department of Corrections instructor (Carson City), died Sept. 5. Services 1 p.m. Friday at Mt. Olive Bible Believing Baptist Church. Arrangements by Riley Funeral Home. ADAMS, BETTY J.- Age 84, of Traverse City, formerly of Addison, passed away on Sunday, September 7, 2008 at Pavillions Nursing Home in Traverse City, MI. She was born on September 23, 1923 in Hudson Township, Lenawee County, MI to William H. and Thelma M. (Ewing) Lawrence. She married Ernest H. Adams on September 26, 1942 in Napoleon, OH, and he preceded her in death on June 21, 1992. Betty lived in the Addison area for many years before moving to Traverse City 22 years ago. She graduated from Addison High… Betty J. Adams, age 84, of Traverse City, formerly of Addison, passed away Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008, at Pavillions Nursing Home in Traverse City. Services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 10, at Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison, where visitation will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday. A complete obituary will appear in Tuesday’s Daily Telegram. Beverly Jane Cripe, 79, of Goshen, Ind., died Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008, at Miller’s Merry Manor, LaGrange, where she had resided for the past 2 1/2 months. She was born March 17, 1929, in Elkhart, Ind., a daughter of Donald and Helen (Eytcheson) Garman. On Aug. 10, 1946, she married Lawrence J. Cripe. She had worked at the Sturgis Journal for 18 years as a typesetter and computer operator, and she was a member of the Lutheran Church. Surviving are: her husband, Lawrence Cripe; three sons, Ronald (Peggy)… On Sept. 5, 2008, our loving wife, mother and grandmother, Bonnie Pennington, went Home to be with her Lord. Brian Michael Albright Sept. 25, 1989-Aug. 23, 2008 Brian Michael Albright, age 18 of Lincoln, Park formerly of Maybee, died August 23, 2008. at the O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi, 248-348-1800, Tuesday 5-9 p.m. and Wednesday 1-9 p.m. Funeral Service at the funeral home Thursday at 10 a.m. Memorial donations may be made to MI Humane Society, Honorariums and Memorials, 30300 Telegraph Rd. #220, Bingham Farms, MI 48025. Online condolences at 62, September 6, 2008, of Detroit. Beloved husband of Charlotte A. Dear father of Kelly Marie (Louis) Hedtke. Dear grandfather of Chance Carrington Hedtke. Dear son of Herbert L. (Joan) Carrington and Eleanor Carrington. Many nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral Thursday 10:00 a.m. Kaul Funeral Home 27830 Gratiot, Roseville. Friends may visit Wednesday 4:00-9:00 p.m. (with a VVA Chapter #154 evening service). Memorial donations may be made to VietNam Veterans of America Chapter 154 Honor Guard - 16945… Tuesday 5-9 p.m. and Wednesday 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary Service at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover at Common (12½ Mile). In state Thursday 10:00 a.m. until the time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. at Guardian Angels Catholic Church, 581 E. Fourteen Mile, Clawson, Michigan. Please share memories at Monday 2 to 8 p.m. Donations appreciated to Michigan SIDS Alliance. Wednesday 4 to 9 p.m. and Thursday 10 a.m. until time of services at 11 a.m. at the Northrop-Sassaman Funeral Home, 19091 Northville Road (at Seven Mile) Northville. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Activities Fund, C/O Cris Lee at Star Manor, 520 West Main Street, Northville, MI. 48167., 1 guest book message 91 of Midland, died early Sunday morning, September 7, 2008 at his residence. He was born on April 3, 1917 in Detroit, son of the late Chester and Estelle Currie. Chet was raised in Manistique, Michigan by his two late aunts, Miss Gladys Currie and Mrs. Sara Kinsting. He graduated from Alma College in 1939 with a Bachelor of Science, and was a graduate of Stanford University's Advanced Senior Management Program. He married the former Rhea Wark on June 26, 1941 in Peck. He began working for The Dow… Cameron Archer Williams Dickerson Cameron Archer Williams Dickerson, age 17, of Jasper passed away Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008, at Bixby Medical Center. He was born Oct. 24, 1990, in Adrian to Charles A. and Rosemary A. (Williams) Dickerson. Cameron was a senior at Sand Creek High School. He was a member of the Fairfield 4-H for the last 10 years, where he took beef cattle to the fair, a cart goat, poultry and especially ducks and geese. Cameron was also a member of Hope Lutheran Church, the Sand Creek FFA and the Sand Creek Band where he played… CHARLEVOIX, Mich. -- Carlton M. Richmond, 94, of Charlevoix, formerly of Newberry and Kalkaska, died Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008. 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. . . . Detailed View Carter, Thomas F., 82, retired General Motors Corp. employee, died Monday. Visitation from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday at Keck-Coleman Funeral Home, St. Johns. Cartwright, Craig, 49, painter, died Saturday of natural causes. Memorial services from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday at 4704 Freeman Road, Eaton Rapids. Arrangements by Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Charles E. Wilson, age 63, went to be with our Lord in Heaven on Sept. 6, 2008, at his home in Adrian. Charles was born April 4, 1945, the son of Charles William and Maxine Estella (Leighton) Wilson at the old Emma Bixby Hospital. He went through the Clinton School system, graduating in 1963. During his high school years he was very active in sports including track. basketball and football. He was especially good at football and received numerous “all league honors” as a running back. Charles served his… Wilson, Charles E. Adrian, MI Age 63, passed away Sept. 6. Funeral Service, 11 a.m., Fri., Sept. 12, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. Visit: Thurs., 3-8 p.m. A full obituary will be in tomorrow's paper. Chwastek, Klara, 84, retired Alma Schools and Alma College swim instructor, died Friday. Services 1 p.m. Wednesday at Smith Family Funeral Homes, St. Louis Chapel. NAPLES, Fla. ?? Mark C. Cottom, 32, of Naples, Fla., a former Traverse City resident, died Aug. 27, 2008, in Naples.Mark is survived by his mom and stepdad, Margie and Gary Columbus of Traverse City; his dad, Rick Cottom of Naples; a brother, Dr. James Cottom of Sarasota, Fla.; and his grandmother, Lauraine Cottom Kaiser of Naples. A memorial service is being planned for November 2008 at First Congregational Church, Traverse City, with the time to be announced at that time. Memorial contributions may be… will take place at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2008, from Memorial Presbyterian Church. The Rev. Wallace H. Mayton III and the Rev. Dr. J. David Pierce will officiate, with private burial in Midland Cemetery. Chester's family will receive friends at the Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Home, 1200 W. Wheeler St., today from 4 to 7 p.m. There will be no visitation prior to the service on Wednesday. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the donor's favorite charity. If you are… "BEA" Beloved wife of David Dashow. Dear mother of Linda (Alan) Rothberger, Barbara (Michael) Jonas, and Risa (Mark) Finn. Loving grandmother of Jason, Jared, Amy, Melanie, Stacey, Danny, Nicole, Courtney, and Joshua. Loving sister of the late Saul (Annette) Bechek, the late Evelyn (the late Julius) Gutter. Also survived by a world of loving nieces and nephews. SERVICES 10:30 WEDNESDAY MORNING AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT CLOVER HILL PARK CEMETERY. 23, Riley Township, died September 7, 2008. Beloved son of Tom and Janice of Riley; brother of James (Nicole) of Britton and Stephanie Daugherty of Port Huron; uncle of Nolan, Jenna and Piper; grandson of Frank and June Czaiczynski, James and Irene Daughtery and Kenneth and Sandra Karolinski. Visit 2-7 p.m. Wednesday Kaatz Funeral Directors, Capac, (810-395-2600). Memorial Services at 7 p.m. For Information and Guest Book DEWEY, THERESA MARILYN ; age 76; of Orion; September 6, 2008. Loving wife of Edsel for 59 years; dear mother of Sherry (Dave) Marketti, Edwin (Vicki), Mark and the late Michael Dewey; sister of Jean (Bill) Millmine; also survived by her daughter-in-law Kathy; 12 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Marilyn was a member of the Red Hat Society, Telephone Pioneers and was very active in her church. Funeral Service Friday, September 12, 2008, 10 a.m. at the Modetz Funeral Home , 100 E. Silverbell, Orion.… . . . Detailed View Daniel Lee Keith, age 65, of Three Rivers, Mich., passed away Saturday, Sept. 6, 2008, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. He was born on Aug. 15, 1943, to Franklin and Mary Pearl (Cekander) Keith. Daniel served in the U.S. Navy for two years, during which time he was stationed in Scotland where he met his wife, Ann, over 44 years ago. They were married on June 1, 1964. Daniel worked for Wells Saw where he retired after 30 years. He enjoyed woodworking, going for long country rides and spending time… OAK CREEK, Wis. -- David A. "Super Dave" Maki, 71, died Saturday, Sept. 6, 2008, in Oak Creek. Manns-Ferguson Funeral Home, 17000 Middlebelt (S. of 6 Mile) Wednesday from 2-9 p.m. Rosary at 7:30 p.m. In state Thursday at 10:30 a.m. until time of Mass 11 a.m. at SS. Simon & Jude Catholic Church, 32500 Palmer Road, Westland. Memorials suggested to Odyssey Hospice. IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Delores C. "Del" Fleury, 80, of 210 W. Michigan Ave., Ironwood, died Tuesday morning, Sept. 2, 2008, in Ironwood. Dennis J. McClung, Wacousta, Dennis Jack McClung went to be with the Lord on September 8, 2008. He was born July 2, 1949 in Lansing, MI, son of John and Joyce (Butler) McClung. Dennis was a former employee of Motor Wheel and retired from General Motors after 28 years of service. He enjoyed spending time at his log cabin in Copper Harbor with family, to whom he was very dedicated and exemplified what it meant to have a solid work foundation. He loved to play golf in the Keweenaw Peninsula and was a member of… Dietiker, Annabelle "Anne", 87, formerly of Saginaw, school guidance counselor (Saginaw), died Saturday. There will be no services. Donald L. Murdock Jr., a long-time resident of Devils Lake, died Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008. He battled cancer courageously for many years determined to enjoy life to its fullest. He was 59. Mike, as he was known to everyone, was born July 20, 1949, in Hudson, Mich., the son of Donald L. and Marcia Jean (McGehee) Murdock Sr. After graduating from Redford Union High School in 1968, he enlisted in the Navy where he was stationed in both San Diego, Calif., and the Philippines. Although he had great stories about… Donald W. Wolfert, of Ionia, age 79, passed away on Sept. 7, 2008., Doris Marie ("Dodo") Flanders of Ionia, aged 97, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, went to be with the Lord on Sept. 6, 2008. Dorothy, Lucille Beck, Ashley, Age 90, died Saturday, September 6th, 2008 at Ashley Care Center., Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes St. Johns Chapel on Wednesday, September 10th at 1:00 p.m. Her son, Mr. Nolan "Whiz" Beck, will share thoughts for the family., Visitation will be held on Monday and Tuesday from 2-8 p.m. with family present 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Burial will take place in Eureka Cemetery, Eureka, Michigan., Lucille and her husband came to the Crystal Falls area in… Dorothy Winchester, 84, of Holland, died Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2008, in Holland Hospital. Arrangements will be announced by the Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes pending arrival of family members. Dr. Donald H. Harpster, 71, of Brooklyn, a former resident of Toledo, Ohio, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008, at the University Of Michigan Hospital, Ann Arbor, Mich. He was born May 30, 1937, to Betty and Donald Harpster, Sr. in Toledo, Ohio. He married his high school sweetheart, Beverly J. Woodruff, on June 27, 1959, and enjoyed a long and loving marriage. Donald is an alumnus of Devilbiss High School, Class of 1955, where he began his career and great love of baseball. Donald… Duane Arnold, Mulholland, Potterville, Duane Arnold Mulholland, 74 of Potterville, died September 5, 2008 at Sparrow Health Systems in Lansing, Michigan., Duane was born April 23, 1934, in Potterville, Michigan, the son of Floyd and June Elizabeth (Hawley) Mulholland. He worked as in truck repair at General Motors and as a Union Committee Man for UAW Local 652. He enjoyed fishing with his grandsons; his cats and dogs; the 1960 Ford Galaxy; and taking Margaret out to lunch., He is survived by his wife,… for Sandra will take place 5 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 11, 2008, from the Ware Smith Woolever Funeral Chapel with Pastor Louis Carsten officiating. A private graveside burial in Sanford Cemetery on Friday Sept. 12, 2008. The Duel family will receive friends at the Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Home, 1200 W. Wheeler St., on Thursday from 3 to 5 p.m. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider a trust fund for Cleft of the Rock Church. If you are unable to visit with the family in person please… Struble, Elizabeth Ann Arbor, MI Age 65, passed away at her home. A full obituary and memorial service information will follow in the Wednesday edition. Arrangements by Generations. Ellen M. Broquet, 97, of Petoskey, died Sept. 9, 2008, at Hiland Cottage. Elmer Harris, age 99, of Adrian died Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008, at Lenawee Medical Care Facility. He was born Aug. 31, 1909, in Bear Creek, Ala., to Nolan Thomas and Della (Golden) Harris. On Feb. 17, 1932, he married Flora L. Clement. She preceded him in death on Feb. 10, 1997. Elmer had been employed by Bohn #24, later known as Martin Marietta, retiring in 1972. He lived in Adrian from 1943, except for two years that were spent back in Alabama, until his retirement, when he moved to Hamilton, Ala. One of the… Emily A. Lloyd, 76, of Boyne City, died Monday, Sept. 8, 2008, at home surrounded by her loving family. LACHINE, Mich. - Eugene "Gene" Benson of Lachine died Thursday, September 4, 2008 at MediLodge of Hillman, following a brief illness. Evelyn C. Tomczak, age 87, of Monroe passed away at 11:55am, Friday, September 5, 2008 at Mercy Memorial Nursing Center. Arrangements have been entrusted to Merkle Funeral Service, Monroe. Evelyn C. Tomczak Sept. 22, 1920-Sept. 5, 2008 Evelyn Clara Tomczak, age 87, passed away Friday, September 5, 2008 at the Mercy Memorial Nursing Center, Frenchtown Twp. She had been seriously ill for the past five months. Age 94, September 7, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Ettore. Loving mother of George (Colleen), Nancy Catalina, Edie Thurman, Linda, the late Louise, the late Nancy, the late Enrico, the late Louise and the late Ettore "Jay". Proud and loving grandmother of nine, great grandmother of 14 and great great grandmother of one. Memorial visitation Saturday 9:30 a.m. at St. Paul of Tarsus on the corner of Romeo Plank and Canal in Clinton Twp. until 10 a.m. Memorial Mass. Inurnment Resurrection Cemetery.… Manns-Ferguson Funeral Home, 17000 Middlebelt (S. of 6 Mile) Tuesday from 2 to 9 p.m. Rosary at 7:00 p.m. In state Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. at St. Priscilla Catholic Church, 19120 Purlingbrook Road, Livonia. Bauer, Florence C. (Leinberger) Bay City, Michigan Mrs. Leinberger passed away early Saturday morning September 6, 2008 at Healthsource in Saginaw Twp., age 89 years. Florence's family will receive friends at the Auburn Chapel of the Cunningham-Taylor Funeral Homes, Inc. on Monday from 2:00-8:00 p.m. The funeral is being planned for Tuesday, September 9, 2008 at St. John Lutheran Church (Mackinaw & Amelith Rds.), Amelith at 11:00 a.m. A complete obituary will appear in Monday's BCT. Cunningham… 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 . . . . Detailed View Wednesday 3-9 p.m. and Thursday 1-9 p.m. with a 7:30 p.m. Rosary. Funeral Friday 9 a.m. from Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile) to San Francesco Catholic Church for 10 a.m. Mass. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial contributions to San Francesco Catholic Church preferred. Please share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com, 1 guest book message Gordon Clair Gallatin, 81, of Alanson, died Friday, Sept. 5, 2008, at the MidMichigan Medical Center. He was born in Spencer, Ohio to the late A. H. and Mildred (Robinson) Gallatin. He married Patricia Ann Bayliss on June 30, 1946, in Wellington, Ohio; recently celebrating their 62nd wedding anniversary. Gordon had resided in the Indian River/Alanson area for the last 48 years before moving to Midland in August of 2007. He owned and operated the Wellington Cash Market in Wellington, Ohio before moving to… Genevieve Marshall, age 82, of Chelsea passed away Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008. Funeral arrangements are pending with Handler Funeral Home. Bill Nash, 66, of Hillsdale, passed away Thursday, August 21, 2008 at Northwestern Community Hospital in Chicago. He was born March 11, 1942 in Peoria, Ill. to Henry Barnard & Anna Carole (Ramsey) Nash. He was married July 27, 1963, to Jane Sherrick and she survives. Bill was the co-owner and operator of Nash Drugs, Nash Hallmark, and Jill’s Office Supply. He was a graduate of the University of Iowa College of Pharmacy. He was on the Board of Directors of Old Kent Bank, a member of Hillsdale… Gabriel, Gladys I. Essexville, Michigan Passed away Friday evening, September 5, 2008 at the Carriage House at the age of 86. Services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 10, 2008 at the Evangelical Free Church of Bay City. A complete obituary will be published in the Monday edition by the Stapish Cederberg Funeral Home East. Stapish Cederberg East Grace I. Brost, 88, of Monroe died at 2:22 p.m. Friday at Medilodge of Monroe. Arrangements are pending at Rupp Funeral Home. Grace I. Brost June 16, 1920-Sept. 5, 2008 Grace I. Brost, 88, of Monroe died at 2:22 p.m. Friday at Medilodge of Monroe. Friends may call form 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday and 4 to 8 p.m. Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home where services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday. Rev. 1953-2008. Age 54, of Ashland. Passed away Monday, September 1, 2008 at King's Daughters Medical Center in Ashland. Mrs. Hill was born October 7, 1953, at Insull, Kentucky, a daughter of Bertha Rutherford Simpson Harbin, her husband Charles of Detroit, Michigan, and the late Albert Simpson. Surviving is a son and his wife, James and Amber Hill of Ashland; two daughters, Deanne Tackett, her husband Daniel, of Catlettsburg, and Honey Lynn Bevins of Ashland; three brothers, Rick Simpson, Bay City, MI.,… Fred Wood Funeral Home (Rice Chapel), 36100 Five Mile (1 mile W. of Famington Rd.) Tuesday 3-9 p.m. In state Wednesday Ward Presbyterian Church, 40000 W. Six Mile, Northville 9 a.m. until Service 10 a.m. Donations to the VA Medical Center in Ann Arbor, MI. Wednesday September 10th from 3-8 p.m. at J. L. Peters Funeral Home, 3880 Fort, Lincoln Park, Michigan (313-928-6500). In state at First United Methodist Church of Lincoln Park Thursday September 11th from 1-2 p.m. with Services at 2 p.m. Thursday at church. Burial at Forest Hill Cemetery in Moore Hill, Indiana. Memorials to the First United Methodist Church of Lincoln Park, 1734 Fort Park, Lincoln Park, MI. Sign the register book at Harold Gene Tuckey, age 78, of Tecumseh died Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008, at his son’s home. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2008, at 11 a.m. at Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh, with the Rev. David McKinstry officiating. Burial will follow at Brookside Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com . will also be held at the funeral home Wednesday, Sept. 10, from 5 to 7 p.m. The family is being served by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. 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.,… Helms, Julia D., 87, of Stanton, died Saturday. Services 11 a.m. Wednesday at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, Lansing. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home, Lansing. Henrietta Drue Whitesell, 95, of Hillsdale passed away Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008, at Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. She was born Aug. 5, 1913, in Greenville Ill. to Fred and Claudia (Hentz) Hill. Henrietta was formerly of Hudson and worked at O’Reilly’s Food Store in Hudson. She was a member of Hudson First Congregational Church, active in the church choir and the women’s group. She was also a former Girl Scout leader. Surviving Henrietta are two daughters, Jean (Phil E.) Stiverson of… . . . Detailed View "MITZI" (HENDRIXSON) Age 70 of Ann Arbor, died August 31, 2008. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Samuel N. Irwin. Mitzi is survived by her devoted daughter-in-law, Janine Irwin Webb, and grandsons, David and Andrew. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, September 20 at 2 p.m. at the St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Chapel in Ann Arbor. at McFarland Foss Funeral Home 5401 Schaefer Road, Dearborn Tuesday 3-9 p.m. with Rosary Service 7 p.m. Funeral Mass at St. Clement Catholic Church, 5275 Kenilworth Wednesday 10 a.m. with visiting beginning 9:30. Entombment St. Hedwig Mausoleum. Memorials suggested to Angela Hospice. Ingraham, Kathleen Julia, 92, retired state clerk, died Friday. Services 10 a.m. today at St. Mary Cathedral. Arrangements by Palmer, Bush & Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. IRONWOOD TOWNSHIP, Mich. -- Irene K. Janoska, 91, of N-11537 Vanderhagen Road, Ironwood Township, died Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008, in Hurley. . . . Detailed View ROGER F. JAMES, 74, of Alden, died Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008, at Bortz Health Care in Traverse City.No services are planned. Arrangements are being handled by the Bellaire Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes. Jean Marie Lutz, DeWitt, Born October 29, 1930, the daughter of Floyd and Dorothy (Ormsbee) Lutz, passed away September 7, 2008 at the age of 77., Jean retired in 1984 as office manager for the State of Michigan, DNR. She loved animals and volunteered as a docent of Potter Park Zoo for over 15 years. Jean was an old car enthusiast and a member of Capital Area Mid-Michigan Model "A" club. She was also an avid knitter and a member of the knitting guild., Surviving are 2 daughters, Cheryl Morrison of… Jerrold “Jerry” Marquart, 71 of Battle Creek, formerly of Quincy passed away Saturday, Sept. 6, 2008 at his home. Visitation will be held 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. today at the Richard A. Henry Funeral Home, 703 Capital Avenue, S.W., Battle Creek. Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home with interment in Congregational Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Lifespan-Good Samaritan Hospice Care, 166 E. Goodale Avenue, Battle Creek, MI 49017. John R. Baer May 6, 1917-Aug. 18, 2008 John R Baer, 91, of Monroe died at 5:15 a.m. Aug. 18 at the VA Medical Center, Ann Arbor. He had been in ill health for six weeks. In accordance to his wishes, cremation has taken place. John W. Milam, 78, of Ida died Sunday at St. Anne Mercy Hospital, Toledo. Arrangements by Bedford Funeral Chapel, Temperance. Jones, Colleen, 79, died Friday. Services 11 a.m. Wednesday at First Presbyterian Church, Lansing. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home, East Lansing. IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Joseph F. "Joe" Davis, 86, of E-4976 Margaret St., Ironwood Township, died Tuesday morning, Sept. 2, 2008, in Ironwood. Joseph F. Ciersezwski Oct. 30, 1928-Sept. 6, 2008 Joseph F. (Joe) Ciersezwski, age 79, died on September 6, 2008 peacefully at his home surrounded by his family. Friends may call in the Arthur Bobcean Funeral Home, Carleton Chapel on Sunday September 7, 2008 from 1 to 9 PM. Joyce A. Stone July 10, 1935-Sept. 5, 2008 Joyce A. Stone, age 73 of Grosse Ile, MI, died Friday at 2:50 a.m. at Fountain View of Monroe. Julia D. Helms, Stanton, Age 87, died September 6, 2008; born April 20, 1921 in Kokomo, Indiana., Mrs. Helms was a devout Catholic. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frederick (1980) and son, Patrick (1982). Surviving are 4 daughters, Janet Baker of Grand Ledge, Colleen Cannarile of DeWitt, Linda (Lance) Schmidt of California and Amy (Brian) Helms-Emerick of Rives Junction; 2 sons, Leo of Lansing and Rex (Ann) Helms of Sheridan; 15 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and… Julie Ann Boudrie Sept. 7, 2008 Julie Ann Boudrie, 64, of Monroe died at 6:50 p.m. Sunday at Mercy Memorial Nursing Center. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Home. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., (Shelby Twp.), 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Rd. Tuesday 3-9 p.m. In state Wednesday 10 a.m. at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 54045 Schoenherr (between 24 and 25 Mile Rd.) until time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. Burial Utica Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at KEILLOR, GORDON L . of Waterford; September 6, 2008; age 79. Loving husband of Sue Burns Keillor for 55 years; beloved father of Debra Sue (Stan) Hueni of Indiana and Mark (Melinda) Keillor Ypsilanti; dear brother of Lois Weston and Arlene Reissig; beloved grandfather of Megan Hueni, Stephanie (Drew) Flamm, Josh (Ashton) Hueni and Madison and Margaret Keillor. Mr. Keillor was retired from Stewart and Glen Furniture Store and was a veteran of the United States Army. He was a founding member of Community… Age 56, of Oakland Twp., MI, September 6, 2008. Husband of Kim. Father of Karyn (Rob) Stanley, James Kendall and Chad (Julie) Kendall. Grandfather of Cecilia and Aidan. Son of Frances and the late Carl Kendall. Brother of Gregory Kendall. Brian was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed bird watching. Private services have been held. Memorial contributions may be made to National Audubon Society, 225 Varick St., 7th floor, Dept. W, NY, NY 10014. Arrangements entrusted to Pixley Funeral Home, Rochester, MI. KERZKA, ELEANOR B .; of Clarkston and Indian River; September 7, 2008; age 95. Preceded in death by her husband Leonard; mother of Robert of Indian River and Michael (Betty) of Petoskey; grandmother of Heather and Natalie; great grandma of Zachary and Natasha; recently preceded in death by her last sibling Joanne Budnick. Eleanor was a member at St. Daniel Catholic Church. She was very active in the Rosary Guild, 50 and Over Club and wrote articles for the church paper. Scripture Service Wednesday 4:30 p.m.… Age 78, September 7, 2008. Beloved husband of Helen for 54 years. Dear father of Rick, Ron (Jane) and Karen (Dana) Patton, loving grandfather of Melissa, Stephanie and Gregory. Also survived by his sister Gertrude Krautner and predeceased by his brother Roger. Walter was an Army Veteran of the Korean War and a member of the New Apostolic Church. He loved spending time with his family and friends and walking the beach in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Walter's family will receive relatives and friends Tuesday… Thursday 4:00-8:00 p.m. and Friday 1:00-8:00 p.m. Scripture Service 7:00 p.m. Friday at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13½ Mile Rd.), Warren. In state Saturday 9:30 a.m. till time of Mass 10:00 a.m. St. Malachy Church, 14085 E. 14 Mile Rd., Sterling Heights. www.ahpeters.com Tuesday 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Trisagion at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). In state Wednesday 9:30 a.m. until time of 10 a.m. Liturgy at St. John Greek Orthodox Church, 11455 Metropolitan Parkway (at Dodge Park). Interment Clinton Grove Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society preferred. Please share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at Katherine L. Leister, age 87, of Centreville and formerly of Constantine, passed away Sept. 5,2008, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. She was born in Constantine on Nov. 7,1920, the daughter of the late Roy and Florence (Raifsnider) Preston. Katherine graduated from Jackson High School in 1939. On July 18,1944 she married Charles L. Leister. He preceded her in death June 12, 1980. Katherine was employed in food service at Constantine High School for 10 years retiring in 1990. She also worked at the… Katherine Lois Leister, age 87, of Sturgis, and formerly of Constantine, passed away Sept. 5, 2008, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. Arrangements will be announced by the Eley Funeral Home in Constantine. Kathy Lynn Milliman, 43, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Sept. 5, 2008, at Sturgis Hospital following a brave, hard-fought battle with cancer. She was born Sept. 11, 1965 in Sturgis, Mich., a daughter to Keith & Joan (Rippey) Milliman. Kathy had resided her whole life in Sturgis. For 11 years she had been employed by SME Plastics in Centreville and her last employment was with Morgan Olson in Sturgis. Kathy enjoyed crossword puzzles, attending concerts, watching television and spending long hours on… Kenneth G. “Ken” Alber of Hillsdale passed away Friday, Sept. 5, 2008 at the VA Medical Center in Ann Arbor. He was born Jan. 11, 1943 in Washtenaw County the son of Gerald and Thelma Alber. He is survived by his wife, of 20 years, Evelyn Alber; seven children, Dawn, Lisa, Michael, Bridgett, Chris, Charles and Lynn; 13 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; his father, Gerald Alber; and one sister, Sharon Petty. He was preceded in death by his mother; one daughter, Tamera; and one grandson, Baley. … "JACK" Age 82, of Rochester Hills, September 6, 2008. Loving husband of the late Wanda. Dear father of Diana Laing, Susan (Lowell) Laing-Johnson, John (Janet) Laing and Aimee Laing. Survived by nine grandchildren and four great-grandchidlren. Jack was an Army Air Force WWII Veteran. Funeral Mass Wednesday, September 10, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. with an in state time of 9:30 a.m. at St. Irenaeus Catholic Church, 771 Old Perch Rd., Rochester Hills. The family will receive friends Tuesday 3-9 p.m. at the… Age 83. September 8, 2008. Beloved wife of Carl for 62 years. Loving mother of Gail Naeyaert (Roger). Cherished grandmother of Jeff, Lisa and Beth. Dear sister of Helen Gilbert (Ed) and Allan Tuomaala (Linda). Survived by many nieces and nephews. Memorial Service Wednesday 11 a.m. at Emmanuel Lutheran Church 23425 Lahser Road Southfield, MI 48034 Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, Parkinson Foundation or Finnish Center Association. www.thayer-rock.com Wednesday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Rosary Wednesday 6:30 p.m. In state Thursday 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. time of Mass at San Francesco Church 22870 S. Nunneley (between Harper and Gratiot). Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com Witte, Larry E., age 66, of Monroe died September 5, 2008. Beloved husband of Diana. Loving father of Veronica (Mark) Slawski, and step-father of August (Christine) Varady, Debra (Michael) Cano and Cynthia Knoch. Leoncio “Leo” Aseng, age 80, of Zeeland, died Monday, September 8, 2008. He was a member of Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church and retired from General Motors. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Reyna Casana; children, David and Ana Aseng of New York, Dianne Aseng of Maryland, Marianne and Jeff Bruizeman of Zeeland; five grandchildren; brother, Ignacio and Antonia Aseng of New York; sisters, Josefa and Santiago Wong of New York, Evangelina Farias of Lima, Peru. Funeral… Leroy F. Combs, 89, of LaGrange, Ind., died Sept. 5, 2008 at Parkview LaGrange Hospital. Visitation is from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Carney-Frost Funeral Home, LaGrange, where services are at 10 a.m. Wednesday. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery, LaGrange, Ind. Leslie Beach, age 82, of Holland, died Sunday, September 7, 2008, at Holland Hospital. Leslie was born in Crystal Valley, MI, graduated from Houghton College in New York with a B.A., from Wayne State with a masters in psychology, and from the University of Michigan with a Ph.D. in psychology. Leslie taught psychology at General Motors Institute, Whitworth College in Spokane, WA, Bowling Green State University in Ohio, and Hope College. He was a member of Hope Church and former member of the First… SHERWOOD — Lewis L. Tenney, age 70 of Sherwood, passed away Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008 at his home after a brief illness. Lewis was born Sept. 27, 1937, the son to the late Clyde G. and Blanche I. (Bilsborrow) Tenney. On Feb. 8, l958 he married Loretta Ann Truckey in Angola, Ind. and she preceded him in death, May 17, 2008. Lewis had lived all his life in the Sherwood area graduating from Athens High School with the Class of 1955. He had also served in the U.S. Coast Guard. He had worked for Grand Trunk… Lola Bell Wiersma, 93, of Holland, died Monday, Sept. 8, 2008. Arrangements will be announced by Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel. www.notierverleelangeland.com Visitation for Loretta Brown, 77, of Monroe, who died Thursday, will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 today at Rupp Funeral Home. She will lie in state from 4 until services at 5 p.m. today at North Monroe Street Church of God. 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,… Loughan, John Stephen, 79, died Monday. Services will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Johnson-Feurstein Funeral Home, Belding. 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, Pa., 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 Oct. 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, Richard… . . . Detailed View Lucille Willnow, 98, of Hudson passed away Friday, Sept. 5, 2008, at Lenawee Medical Care Facility in Adrian. She was born Dec. 23, 1909, in Columbus Grove, Ohio. Funeral services for Lucille will be Monday at 11 a.m. at Eagle Funeral Home in Hudson with Rev. Ray Wightman officiating. Interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery in Hudson. Lucille M. Beelen, 84, of Holland, died Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2008. Arrangements will be announced by Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th St. . . . Detailed View 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. . . . Detailed View Wednesday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. (Shelby Twp.) 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Rd. In state Thursday 9:00 a.m. at St. Michael Catholic Community Church, 40501 Hayes (N. of 17 Mile) until Mass 9:30 a.m. Entombment Resurrection. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com Beloved wife of Theodore F. Dear mother of Maryellen (John) Cusick, Robert J. (Christina), Linda S. (Richard) Buttery, Lisa A. (David) Graciak and the late Delphine Irene. Sister of Evelyn Leja. Also survived by nine grandchildren. Resting at the L. J. Griffin Funeral Home, 8809 Wayne Rd., (at Joy) Wednesday 1-9 p.m. Prayer Service 7 p.m. In state Thursday 9:30 a.m. at St. Theodore Catholic Church, 8200 N. Wayne Rd., (N. of Warren) until time of Mass 10 a.m. Share a Memorial Tribute with the family at… BESSEMER, Mich. -- Mabel Margaret Honkala, 95, of Puritan Location, Bessemer, died Thursday, Sept. 4, 2008, in Ironwood. Marcus White, 71, of Charlevoix, died Sept. 8, 2008, at Charlevoix Area Hospital. Margaret Ester Pavelka Dec. 15, 1915-Sept. 4, 2008 Margaret passed away peacefully Thursday, September 4, 2008, in Brownsburg, IN, with her family by her side. She was born December 15, 1915, in New Boston, Michigan, to the late Daniel and Esther Pinter. Mrs. Margaret Rietberg, age 97, widow of Albert Rietberg, died Sunday, September 7, 2008 at Holland Home - Raybrook Manor in Grand Rapids. Funeral arrangements are pending at the Zaagman Memorial Chapel. A full obituary will appear in Tuesday's edition. Zaagman Memorial Chapel Marion David Miler, age 83 years of Hudson, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2008 at his home. He was born on Aug. 13, 1925 in Mishawaka, Ind., the son of Marion Rolland David and Lena A. (Kiessling) Miler. David married Bettie N. Geren on Jan. 25, 1947 in Paulding, Ohio. She survives. He worked at Hawkins Lumber Company as a foreman and Metalloy Foundry as a mill rite. David served in the United States Army during World War II. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3730 of Hudson, Bass… Mary E. Dentel Saunders, age 89 years, of Addison, passed away Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008 at her home. She was born Aug. 4, 1919, in Jackson, Mich., the daughter of Irving and Esther (Halsey) Sanford. She was a lifelong resident of the Addison area and married Floyd Dentel in 1938. He died in 1964. She married Dayton Saunders in 1970 and he died in 1998. Mary was a graduate of Addison High School, Class of 1937 and of the Richard Saunders Cake Decorating School in Detroit in 1965. She enjoyed… 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… Maxine Waldron age 82, of Sturgis, passed away Sept. 6, 2008, at the Heartland Health Care Center in Three Rivers. Maxine was born March 22, 1926, in Sturgis Township, a daughter to the late Hirriam & Lena (Prosser) Carter. On Jan. 16, 1942, she married Edward Waldron in Centreville. He preceded her in death on May 11, 2006. Maxine was a homemaker and also had worked at several area businesses. She loved her family and enjoyed her trips to Florida. She is survived by three sons, Raymond (Kendra)… McABOY, LOIS ANN ; age 63; September 3, 2008. Loving mother of Jodie Feazel, Julie (Bruce) Crawford and Jeffery (Brenda) McAboy; dear grandmother of Jason, Rachel, Erica, Justin, Alyssa, Jordan and Beth; great grandmother of Amelia, Chase, Caylee and Sydney. Sister of Darryl, Dennis and David Williams. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, September 13, 2008, at 12 Noon, at Centerpointe Christian Church, 501 Scott Lake Rd., Waterford, MI. Please sign Lois's online guestbook at… Melvin R. Matthews, Sr. Dec. 18, 1937-Sept. 4, 2008 Melvin R. Matthews, Sr., 70, of Monroe died at 5:34 a.m. Thursday in his home. He had been in poor health since March. Michael Dean Meek, age 17, of Ionia passed away Sept. 6, 2008 in Ionia. will take place Sunday, Sept. 14, from 2 to 5 p.m. at Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home, Traverse City. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 15, at the funeral home. A complete obituary will appear in the Friday edition of the Traverse City Record-Eagle. Arrangements are being handled by Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. Mitchell, Betty Jane, 80, died Saturday. Services 2 p.m. today at Palmer, Bush & Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Holt-Delhi Chapel. Moriarty, Joseph P., 93, retired John Bean Corp. welder, died Saturday. Services 11 a.m. today at Osgood Funeral Homes, St. Johns. JOHN R. MUHONEN, 38, of Kalkaska, died as a result of an automobile accident in Antrim County.Cremation has taken place. Arrangements have been handled by the Central Lake Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes. Mulholland, Duane Arnold, 74, died Friday. Visitation from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. today at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Myrna Lane, age 72, of Three Rivers, died Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008, at her home. Arrangements will be announced by the Eickhoff Farrand Halverson Chapel of Three Rivers. 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. Diaz, Naomi A. Saginaw, Michigan Passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 7, 2008 at Community Hospital in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. Naomi's full obituary will appear in Wednesday's Edition of The Saginaw News. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Deisler Funeral Home, 2233 Hemmeter Rd. (off State). 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. Norman G. Benner, 82, of Madison Heights, died Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008, at St. John Macomb Oakland Hospital, Madison Heights. He was born Norman “Catfish” K. Davis, 76, of Beaverton passed away Sept. 4, 2008 at Gladwin Pines Nursing Home following a short illness. 57, father of Rocky Ochelski. Retired C.P.A. lived in Hazel Park. He was an avid church goer. He volunteered his time in Hazel Park and Royal Oak. Memorial Service Thursday 10 a.m. at Mercy Funeral Home, 627 E. 9 Mile Rd., Hazel Park, Michigan, 48030 (248-336-3729). Thursday 1-9 p.m. at Voran Funeral Home, 23750 Goddard Rd. (Taylor Chapel). Onlineguestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com Age 88, formerly of Roseville, MI, died August 30, 2008, in Largo, FL. He was born October 20, 1919 in Washington, PA. He married the former Anna DeSensi. Martin is survived by a son, Charles (Diane) Oslund of Oak Park, MI, and two grandchildren, Jennifer and Jeffrey Oslund. He will be cremated by The National Cremation Society. There will be no services. Odie Dee Kelch age 67, of Holland, went to be with our Lord and Savior Sunday, September 7, 2008, at his home. He was preceded in death by his daughter Theresa Young; brothers and sister, Donnie, Ken, William and Gene Kelch, Louise Kelch and Jim Leonard. Odie was affiliated with M-40 North Church of God in Allegan and was employed by Donnelly for 40 years. He was a Son of the American Legion and Auxiliary at the Vets. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish. He is survived by his… Ostrander, Teresa A., 48, died Thursday. Private memorial services will be held. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home, Lansing. PAETSCH, GUY EMERY ; age 44; of Oxford; September 5, 2008. Son of George Sr. (Beverly) and the late Barbara; step-son of Rosemarie; brother of Garry, Allen ( Dee ), George Jr., Michael, Brian, Susan, and the late Linda; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Memorial Service Wednesday, September 10, 2008, 2 p.m. at the Immanuel Congregational United Church of Christ, 1 Hovey St., Oxford. The family will receive friends 1 p.m. until time of Service. Memorials to the family. Arrangements were in the care… Wednesday 1-9 p.m. from the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave. with Rosary at 7 p.m. Entombment St. Hedwig Cemetery. Share your memories with the Perri family at howepeterson.com . . . Detailed View Age 84, born 4th of July 1924, and passed away September 2, 2008. Formerly of Brighton and Garden City MI. Beloved wife of the late Joe Pressnell. Cherished mother of Jo Ann Abate and Carolyn Newton. Also survived by Joe Newton, Son-in-law, and four grandchildren, Nicole, Christopher, Jason Abate and Blythe Newton. Memorial Service 10 a.m. September 20th at Coffee Funeral Home in Tazewell TN. Page, Charles Robert, 64, died Sunday. Graveside services noon Wednesday at Eastlawn Memory Gardens. Arrangements by Estes-Leadley Holt-Delhi Chapel. Pallick, Thomas, 66, retired contractor, died Aug. 14. Memorial services 2 p.m. Thursday at Westminster Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by Chapel In The Pines Funeral Home. Patricia A. Hands, Lansing, Age 77, died September 8, 2008; born August 1, 1931 in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan., Pat was a graduate of J. W. Sexton High School. She was preceded in death by her parents, baby son, Randy and brother, Dan. Surviving are her husband of 52 years, Thomas; daughter, Tami VanElls of Grand Ledge; 2 sons, Rick (Deb) Hands of Battle Creek and Tom (Nancy) Hands, Jr. of Holt; 8 grandchildren, Abraham, Nicholas, Casey, Courtney, Matthew, Kate, Keegan and Bridget; 7 great-grandchildren,… Patricia (Boven) Schaafsma, Portage, Age 78, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 7, 2008 at Bronson Methodist Hospital. She was born September 29, 1929 in Chicago, graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School in 1947 and lived in the Kalamazoo area most of her life. Preceding her in death are her first husband, Roger Boven and her son, Tom Boven. Pat is survived by her husband, Ted Schaafsma of Portage; her two sons, Dan (Sue) Boven and Craig (Jean) Boven; a daughter, Sue (Jon) Conklin; two… Age 102. Beloved wife of the late Louis G. Redstone. Dear mother of Daniel (Barbara) Redstone and Eliel (Linda Haley) Redstone. Loving grandmother of Adam, Carly, and Ari Redstone. Dearest sister of Maurice Rosenbaum and Betty Bloom. Also survived by many other loving family members and friends. SERVICES TUESDAY, 11 A.M. AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS, (248) 406-6000. INTERMENT AT THE ADAT SHALOM MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com . . . . Detailed View Wednesday 2-9 p.m. at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, 16300 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe. Memorial contributions may be sent to Henry Ford Hospice or Alzheimer's Association. Light a candle and share a memory at www.Verheyden.org September 7, 2008. Loving mother of Bill, Pam, Cindy, Jeff, Ed and her very special daughter Claudia. Proud grandmother to nine grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Loving sister of Lynn and many nieces and nephews. A private family service will be held. Donations to Angela Hospice. Tuesday 2 to 9 p.m. (with a 7:00 p.m. Vigil Service) at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, Inc., 3801 18 Mile Rd. (at NW corner of Ryan). Funeral Wednesday 9:30 a.m. at the Funeral Home (for Prayers) and to St. Louise Catholic Church (12 Mile just E. of Dequindre) for Mass at 10:30 a.m. Memorial donations to Beaumont Hospice appreciated by the family. . . . Detailed View September 7. Age 64. Loving brother of Suzanne, Kathleen (Tom) Schmitz, and Michael. Beloved uncle of Amy and Sarah. . . . Detailed View "BILL" Of Southgate, born in Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada on September 27, 1925, died September 6, 2008. Preceded in death by his wife, Phyllis and grandson, Todd Loniecki. Survived by daughter, Liz (Ted) Loniecki and son Jamieson (Betsy) Rumley, grandchildren Brad Loniecki, Elizabeth Rumley and Matthew Rumley. Bill had been a teacher and principal in the Southgate Community Schools. He had been an active member of several Downriver community theatre groups including Wyandotte, Southgate Players… Ralph W. O’Neil Jr., of Cheshire Township, Allegan, died Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008, in Allegan General Hospital. Visiting is noon until the time of service at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel. Interment Lindsley Cemetery, Cheshire Township. www.gordenfuneral.com Randy Benson, 55, passed away Saturday, Aug. 2, 2008 at the MidMichigan Medical Center�“Midland following a sudden illness. . . . Detailed View will be held Wednesday, Sept. 10, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Benzonia Chapel of the Jowett Family Funeral Homes. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 11, with Marie's nephew Pastor Thomas Shelder officiating. Burial will be in Inland Township Cemetery. Those desiring to make a contribution may direct it to Munson Hospice. Arrangements are being handled by Jowett Family Funeral Homes and Cremation Service, where beautiful ceremonies celebrate life. Richard E. Brunni, 81, of Grand Rapids, passed away Sept. 4, 2008 at Grand Rapids Home for Veterans following a long illness. Richards, Lillian A., 91, died Sunday. There will be no services. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Robert D. 'Robbie' Morse Sept. 26, 1956-Sept. 4, 2008 Robert Morse, 51, of Ann Arbor passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 4. Friends may call from 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, September 9 at the Rupp Funeral Home, 2345 S. Custer Rd., Monroe, MI, where services will be held at 10 a.m. TRAVERSE CITY ? Roger Roberts, 68, of Traverse City, formerly of Wyoming, Mich., went to be with his Lord Saturday, Sept. 6, 2008.Surviving are his wife of 48 years, Karen, and their children. The family will meet relatives and friends Wednesday, Sept. 10, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4031 Clyde Park SW, Wyoming. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 11, at Grace Reformed Church, 3330 Burlingame SW, in Wyoming. Interment will be in Chapel… Root, Helen Elizabeth, 90, died Thursday. Services 11 a.m. today at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home, East Lansing. Rosemary F. Agrusa June 5, 1931-Sept. 6, 2008 DUNDEE - Rosemary F. Agrusa, age 77 of Dundee, Michigan passed away at 8:22 AM, Saturday, September 6, 2008 at Mercy Memorial Hospital. She was born in Deerfield Township, Lapeer County, Michigan on June 5, 1931 to Marvin and Rose (Roth) Crawford. Ruby J. Hall, 86, of Fremont, Ind., formerly of Ray, Ind. and Montgomery, Mich., died Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008 in Fremont, Ind. She was born on Jan. 6, 1922 in Prestonburg, Ky. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 4 at Beams Funeral Home in Fremont, Ind. Service is 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 5 the funeral home with Eugene Wireman, Jr. officiating. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Fremont. Ruth F. Cooney, 79, of Zeeland, died Monday, Sept. 8, 2008, at Heritage Nursing and Rehabilitation Community. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Indianapolis. Arrangements are by Lakeshore Memorial Services. www.lakeshorememorial.com Ruth Mae Wieging Aug. 23, 1923-Sept. 5, 2008 Ruth Mae Wieging, age 85, of Rockwood, died on September 5, 2008 in Trenton, MI. Friends may call in the Arthur Bobcean Funeral Home, Flat Rock Chapel on Saturday September 6, 2008 form 3 to 8 PM and Sunday September 7, 2008 from 12 to 6 PM. Ruth I. Reidsma, 89, of Holland, died Saturday, Sept. 7, 2008, at her home. Services are 3 p.m. Monday, Sept. 8, at the Montello Christian Reformed Church, 609 W. 20th St. Arrangements are by the Mulder Chapel of Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes. www.lifestorynet.com Wednesday 2-9 p.m. with Rosary at 7:00 p.m. at Czopek Funeral Directors, 2157 Oak Street, Wyandotte (734-285-9000). Funeral Service Thursday 9:30 a.m. from Czopek to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church for 10:00 a.m. Mass. Interment Our Lady of Hope Cemetery. Wednesday 3-9 p.m. and the funeral will be Thursday at 11 a.m. at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 23919 John R, Hazel Park, MI 48030. Memorials can be sent to The Scholars Together Learning Community or The United Way of Southeastern Michigan. Condolences can be made at www.hopcroftfuneraldirectors.com 12-2 p.m. with services to follow. Daniel is survived by son Daniel R. Small, daughter, Rachel I. Small, sister, Susan Rybansky and family, and brother, Robert Small and family. Wednesday 2-9 p.m. at the Clyne & Sobocinski Funeral Home, 22121 Kelly Road, Eastpointe. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton Twp. Sign the guest register at www.clynesobocinskifuneralhome.com . . . Detailed View STREETER DOROTHY FERN (NEE YOUNG) September 6, 2008. Dear mother of Nancy (Richard) Thompson, Patricia (Richard) Hartwig, Mary (Charles) O'Donnell. Proud grandmother of Elizabeth Grapentine, Rick Thompson, David Thompson, Ron Hartwig, Julie VanBuren, Michael O'Donnell. Dear sister of Marjorie (Lawrence) Crane, Norman Young and Eunice (Jack) Ward. Also survived by nine great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by parents, stepmother, former husband Donald Streeter, and brother Arthur Young. Born April 17, 1915 on a… Cooper, Saul Ann Arbor, MI Age 80, passed away September 4, 2008 at Arbor Hospice Residence. A full obituary and memorial info will follow soon. Arrangements by Generations Scott C. Booth, 44, of Ferndale, died suddenly on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2008. He was born March 12, 1964 in Baltimore, Md. Shaheen, Mary Louise "Sitto", 77, retired Lansing Sanitary Supply employee, died Friday. Memorial services 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Casimir Catholic Church. Arrangements by Palmer, Bush & Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Delta Chapel. Sisco, Bessie M., 92, formerly of Lansing, died Monday. Graveside services 10 a.m. Wednesday at Hamilton Township Cemetery. Arrangements by Barden Funeral Home, Ithaca Chapel. Sontag, Richard L., 73, paper salesman, died Monday. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home, Lansing. DONALD RAY SPOOR, 33, of Mesick, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008, in Mesick.Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 11, 2008, at the Kaleva Baptist Church in Kaleva, with Pastor David Taylor officiating. Interment will take place in the Yuma Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Terwilliger Funeral Home in Kaleva. Stanley G. Harvey, 85, of Colon, Mich., died Sept. 8, 2008, at his home. Arrangements will be announced by the Schipper Funeral Home Ltd. of Colon. Staton, Shirley C., 75, died Monday. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Stewart, Kerr, 85, retired state Department of Natural Resources parks division employee, died Saturday. Services 10 a.m. Wednesday at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home, Lansing. Wife of the late Dr. Arnold Talbott, passed away on September 5, 2008. She was born in Bucyrus, Ohio on May 24, 1924, to L. Ellsworth and Laura Mills. She is survived by her two daughters, Jennifer Watson and Sharon Morris, three grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service 2:00 p.m., Saturday, September 20, at The Cape Condo Club House, Lake Point Blvd., Belleville, MI. November 9, 1916 to September 7, 2008. A Celebration of Life to honor Rose Genta Tamarre will be held at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills, Monday from 5-9 p.m. and Tuesday 1 to 4 and 6-9 p.m. Rose joined husband Dino in heaven on Sunday, September 7, 2008 at the age of 91. She is survived by daughters Mary Clara (Michael) Bahn, Diane Bickerstaff (Robert Perez) and Rosanne (Scott) Spicuzzi, along with seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Rose will lie in state… THANK YOU ST. JUDE for answering my prayers. H.M. . . . Detailed View Tuesday 6-9 p.m. and Wednesday 1-9 p.m. at Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Rd., Livonia. Funeral service Thursday 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Entombment Glen Eden. Wednesday 3-9 p.m. Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. Supervisor at G.M. with 25 years of service. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com Teressa Ann Collins, 52, of Madison Heights for ten years, formerly of Ferndale, died Thursday, Sept. 4, 2008, at Theresa H. Oberst, Lansing, Age 90, passed away Monday, September 8, 2008., Born June 24, 1918 in Battle Creek, MI, the daughter of Frank and Helene (Whitten) Starr. She served as a house mother and supervisor with the Michigan School for the Blind for 19 years and was actively involved for over 60 years with Vanda-Beauty Counselor. Theresa loved gardening and feeding the birds. She was a devoted member of St. Mary Cathedral and the Altar Society. Throughout her years, faith and family were most important… LEWIS, HAROLD DUANE Sr .; of Waterford; died September 8, 2008; at 57 years of age. Beloved husband of the late Nancy; loving father of Kerina Lewis and Harold D. Lewis Jr. H.D. ; fianc of Linda Geisenhaver and step- father of Leonard Geisenhaver and Casey Burke; grandfather of Jason Geisenhaver; also survived by his brother Virgil (the late Nancy) Lewis; long time friends Tina (Keith) DeGutis and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Lewis retired from General Motors after many years of service. Funeral Service… Tuesday and Wednesday 1-8 PM, Prayers Wednesday 7 PM at the Edward Korkoian Funeral Home, 836 N. Main Street, Royal Oak, 248-541-8325. Instate Thursday 9:30 AM until time of service 10:30 AM at St. John Armenian Church, Southfield (248-569-3405). Interment Oakview Cemetery. Family requests memorial gifts to American Diabetes Association or Freeman Wilner Foundation. Tuesday and Wednesday 1 to 8 p.m. Prayers Wednesday 7 p.m. at the Edward Korkoian Funeral Home , 836 N. Main Street, Royal Oak (248) 541-8325. In State Thursday 9:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Funeral at St. Johns Armenian Church, Southfield (248) 569-3405. Interment Oakview Cemetery Family requests Memorial gifts to American Diabetes Association or Freeman Wilner Foundation. VIZENA, KURT A .; of Easton, PA; formerly of Rochester; passed away September 1, 2008; age 50. Loving and cherished son of Sylvia and the late Lyle Vizena; beloved brother of Michael (Anita) Vizena, Chris (Karen) Vizena, Mark (Kerri) Vizena, Steve (Paul) Vizena, and Lynn (Jim) Olejniczak; dear nephew of David (Hitomi) Vizena and Norman (Dorothee) Hill; cousin of Cheri, Brad, the late Normie Hill, Annette Vizena and Audrey (Christian) Powell; devoted uncle of Brooke (Michael) Good, Stacey (Tony) Rice,… . . . Detailed View 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 M. Smith, 79, of Coldwater, passed away Saturday, Sept. 6, 2008, at the Community Health Center of Branch County. She was born March 1, 1929 in Toledo, Ohio to Carl and Velma (Brown) Manthey and graduated from Waite High School in Toledo. For nearly 20 years, she had been a bookkeeper for Dana Corporation. She belonged to the SPCA (Society to Prevent Cruelty to Animals). Virginia loved ice skating and ice shows, and she also enjoyed reading, traveling, and the music of Elvis Presley. On Sept.… Beloved wife, mother and grandmother, age 80, left to join her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday morning, September 7, 2008, after a brief illness, to spend eternity in the joyous bliss of Heaven, in the mansion prepared for her for the past 2000 plus years. There she awaits her husband, Herb, her children, Jeff (Sharon), Joann Potts, Connie, Ken, Andy (Linda), Bill, Karen (Paul) Whitman, Diane (Brian) Baranski and fifteen grandchildren, with open arms. She is predeceased by her dear daughter-in-law… Wednesday 1:30 -9:00 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Road, Livonia, with Scripture Service at 7 p.m. Funeral Service Thursday in state 10 a.m. until time of Service at 10:30 a.m. at St. Gerald Catholic Church, 21300 Farmington Road, Farmington. Interment Glen Eden Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to St. Gerald Catholic Church. . . . Detailed View . . . Detailed View Wade, Raymond E., 75, retired Eaton County Road Commission employee, died Saturday. Services noon Wednesday at Bethany Baptist Church, Lansing. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home, Mason. Waligorski, Therese B., 80, formerly of Detroit, died Friday. Services 10:30 a.m. today at Church of the Resurrection. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home, Lansing. Walter Gibes, 91, of Boyne Falls, died early Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2008, at his home surrounded by his family. William "Doc" Alford Sept. 3, 2008 William quot;Doc quot; Alford, age 62, of Carleton, Michigan, passed away in his home, surrounded by his family, on September 3, 2008. Beloved husband of Sharyn. Loving father of Kristin (William) Hammar, Susan Alford and Cathleen (Anthony) Kmiotek. |
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