| Adam Ray Sell, infant son of Tiffany Mayse, passed away Monday, Sept. 22, 2008, at Bixby Medical Center. In addition to his mother, he is survived by a sister, Daelin Sell of Tipton; grandparents, Tom and Denise Sell and Mary and Raymond Bracey, all of Brooklyn; great-grandparents, Tom and Carol Sell of Tipton, Sandy Bozeman of Adrian, Sharon Bracey of Adrian and Deborah Bailey of Saline; uncles, Tommy Sell of Tipton and Brandon Sell of Brooklyn; aunts, Alexandra Jurasek of Brooklyn and Amanda Bracey of… Adeline Miracle Sept. 22, 2008 Miracle, Adeline, 9/22/08, Age 81, of S. Rockwood. Albert P. “Butch” Germain, passed away Friday, Sept. 26, 2008 in Grand Rapids. Butch was born August 17, 1947, in Plainwell, the son of John ‘Jack’ and Alleen (Brewster) Germain. He earned a bachelor’s and master’s degree from Western Michigan University. For more than 30 years, he taught at Martin Public Schools. Butch was a member of the Allegan County 4-H Travelers Club, the Martin Lions Club, and the Allegan and Martin Lionesses Clubs. He was active in Lions District 11-C-1 and was… Alice C. Field, 92, of White Pigeon, Mich., was released from her earthly bonds on Thursday evening, Sept. 25, 2008 and ascended into heaven. She lived a full and happy life touching many along the way with grace and compassion. Alice was preceded on this journey by her husband George F. Field in July 1995, and daughter, Marian E. Ulsh in October 1998, and several brothers and sisters. They await her arrival with opened arms. Alice was born to Anna Fitzgerald Cooley and Russell Sylvester Cooley, March… FIELD, Alice C. Age 92 Of Sturgis Alice was released from her earthly bonds on Thursday evening, September 25, 2008 and ascended into Heaven. She lived a full and happy life touching many along the way with grace and compassion. Alice was preceded on this journey by her husband, George F. Field, in July, 1995 a daughter, Marian E. Ulsh, in October 1998 and several brothers and sisters. They await her arrival with opened arms. Alice was born to Anna Fitzgerald Cooley and Russell Sylvester Cooley, March 13,… Alice I. Cook, 65, of Kendallville, Ind., and formerly of Howe, Ind., died Sept. 23, 2008, at the Shepherd of The Hill Nursing Home in Kendallville. Visitation is from 2 p.m. Saturday until the time of the memorial service at 4 p.m. Saturday at the Carney-Frost Funeral Home in LaGrange. Burial of the cremains will be at a later date at Riverside Cemetery. RYKSE (HICKOX) - The funeral Mass for Allison J. Rykse, aged 50, who died on Wednesday, wife of Randy Rykse, will be celebrated on Saturday morning 10 a.m. at SS. Peter and Paul Catholic Church. Visitation at church on Saturday from 9 a.m. until Mass begins at 10 a.m. For complete obituary, to read Allison's life story and to sign her guest book, visit her web page at lifestorynet.com Heritage Funeral Home Amy F. McDaniel, 47, of Monroe, died Friday at 10:12 a.m. at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Rupp Funeral Home. Anita L. Rowe Jan. 1, 1937-Sept. 20, 2008 Anita Lucille Rowe, age 71, of Monroe passed away peacefully at 8:20 am on Saturday, September 20, 2008, at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Ann Reed, 87, of Blissfield, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008, at the Lake Park Nursing Facility in Sylvania, Ohio. A memorial service to celebrate the life of Ann will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008, at the First Presbyterian Church in Blissfield. Arrangements were made with the Tagsold Funeral Home in Blissfield. A full obituary will appear at a later date. Anna Louise Knight Nov. 26, 1921-Sept. 22, 2008 Anna Louise Knight, 86 years, of Genoa, OH and formerly of Temperance, MI, died Monday, September 22, 2008, in Briarhill Care Center, North Baltimore, OH. She had worked as a custodian for Bedford Public Schools. . . . Detailed View DeLAO, Antonio - Age 70, of Swartz Creek, died Tuesday, September 23, 2008 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Funeral services will be held 11 AM Saturday, September 27, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Rd., Swartz Creek with Pastor Steven Maske officiating. Visitation will be held 2-8 PM Friday and 9 AM until the time of service Saturday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make memorial contributions to the American Diabetes Association. Friends may… Arthur L. Steinman, 80, of Sebewaing and Englewood, Fla., died July 5, 2008., Cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral services. Fredrick E. Austin, 67, of Hope, died Friday, Sept. 26, 2008 at Ashley Care Center in Ashley. Funeral arrangements for Mr. Austin are incomplete and under the care of the Wilson MILLER Funeral Home. Sunday 3-9 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile, Livonia. Monday viewing at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 14213 Whitcomb, Detroit from 10 a.m. until her funeral service at 11 a.m. Burial at Glen Eden Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to the church or the Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Gertrude's honor. "MAE" NINA age 86, September 25, 2008 of Dearborn. Beloved wife of the late Salvatore Anthony Buscetta II. Loving mother of Salvatore Anthony Buscetta III, Jerome (Sharon) Buscetta, and Susan (Martin) Foley. Also survived by her grandchildren Dawn (Joe) Stefanski and Salvatore Anthony Buscetta IV, and her brother Domenico Saputo. In state at The Allen Park Chapel - Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 10915 Allen Rd. (corner of Goddard) Sunday 2:30 - 9 p.m. and at Saint Martha Catholic Church, 18200… Betty Jean MacIntyre, 81, of Midland, died Wednesday morning, Sept. 17, 2008 at Brittany Manor Nursing Home. She was born April 16, 1927 in Charleston, Illinois, the daughter of the late Clayton and Zola (Hudson) Swift. Breanka Lynne Fannin Sept. 22, 2008-Sept. 23, 2008 Breanka Lynne Fannin became an angel of God on September 23, 2008, at Toledo Children's Hospital. Carol Mae Merriam, age 73, of Hudsonville passed away Wednesday, September 24, 2008, at Zeeland Community Hospital. Carol Mae attended the University of Michigan where she received her Master’s degree in Education. She worked as an actress and educator, as well as taught and performed in Community Theatre for many years. Carol Mae had a love for people and animals and was a caregiver for children and the elderly. She is survived by her children, Stephen and Becky Szucs of Zeeland, Stephanie Szucs of… 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. Carrie Ellen Braden Nov. 26, 1917- Sept. 25, 2008 Carrie Ellen Braden, age 90, of Monroe, MI passed away Thursday, September 25, 2008, at 1:45 AM in Mercy Memorial Hospital. Carrie Ellen Braden Sept. 25, 2008 Carrie Ellen Braden, 90, of Monroe died at 1:45 this morning at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements by Bacarella Funeral Home. Catherine M. Kurtz, 89, of Monroe, died at 11:18 a.m. Friday at Medilodge of Monroe. Arrangements pending at Rupp Funeral Home. . . . Detailed View Myung-Ok Choo accepted God's call on Sept. 24, 2008. She was the youngest of nine children of Mr. & Mrs. D.H. Cho, who predeceased her. She came to the U.S. as a student and married Tai-Sam Choo. She is survived by her husband; three children, Kevin (Kim), Bonny (Christopher) and Peter; and three grandchildren, Evan, Audrey and Clare. She devoted her life to her family and others. She had many close friends and wished to be remembered as a private person who valued peace. A member of The Memorial… White, Cody Ypsilanti, MI. Age 71 died, Wednesday, September 24, 2008. Funeral services will be Friday at 1:00 p.m. at Janowiak Funeral Home. Visitation is on Thursday from 1-8 p.m. Go to janowiakfuneralhome.com for full obituary. IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Cole Ruotsala, 3, of Ironwood, went to be with the Lord on Friday, Sept. 19, 2008, in Milwaukee. Cornelia Jellema, age 96, of Zeeland, passed away Friday, September 26, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe, in 1985; son, Jerry, in 1988; and son-in-law, Ed Koetje, in 2005. She immigrated to Zeeland from the Netherlands in 1948 with her husband and five of her children. She was a charter member of Bethel Christian Reformed Church. She is survived by her children, Clara and Harvey Ten Harmsel of Zeeland, John and Milly Jellema of Ypsilanti, Alice and Don Genzink of Holland, Jane… . . . Detailed View Beloved husband of Cheri Dworkis. Dear father of Joshua Dworkis, Daniel Dworkis, and Hannah Dworkis. Brother of Dr. Paul (Anne) Dworkis. Son of the late Theodore and the late Beatrice Dworkis. Brother-in-law of Ronna (Dr. Kenneth) Blaze, Jill (Arnold) Finkel, and Lauri (Dr. David) Miller. Also survived by loving nieces and nephews. SERVICES 10:30 SUNDAY MORNING AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT OAKVIEW CEMETERY. Daniel (Dan) W. Haehn, 60, of Jonesville passed away Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008, at his home from complications resulting from a 4-year fight against cancer. He was born March 19, 1948, in Grosse Pointe, Mich., to William and Olene (Rigney) Haehn. He married Phyllis (Komiensky) Haehn on March 31, 1965 in Ferndale and she survives in Jonesville. Dan graduated from Wayne State University with a degree in Pharmacy in 1979. He served as your pharmacist for many years before retiring from Kroger in 2004. He… Saturday 3-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-9 p.m. Funeral Service Monday 10 a.m. at the John N. Santeiu and Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill). Age 91, September 25, 2008 Beloved husband of the late Constance. Dear father of Ken, Ray (Karen), Gary (Kay) and Donna (Mark) Prahl; dearest grandfather of Sara, Jenifer, Nick, Christina, Brad, and Jeff. Loving uncle and friend to many. Family will receive friends Saturday 5-8 p.m. and Sunday 2-8 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Road, Livonia. Funeral Mass will be Monday, in state 10:30 a.m. until the time of Mass at 11 a.m at St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church, 27101 West Chicago,… Donald "Don" W. Vogel Sept. 30, 1937-Sept. 22, 2008 Donald "Don" W. Vogel, age 70 years, of Temperance, MI, died Monday, September 22, 2008, in Grayling, MI. Donald F. Stanley, 91, of Camden Township, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2008, at the Laurels of Coldwater. He was born Sept. 22, 1916, in Amboy Township, to Joseph and Bertha (Clinger) Stanley and graduated from Frontier High School. Donald enjoyed farming and loved the land. On June 30, 1939, he married Vena F. ( Mills) and she preceded him in death in 1999. Survivors include one daughter, Beverly (James) Cunningham, Shawnee, Kansas; two sons, Judson (Beverly) Stanley, Pinkerington, Ohio and Radley… Dorothy M. Pate, age 90, of Adrian, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008, at Lynwood Manor, surrounded by her loving family. Funeral services for Dorothy are pending at Wagley Funeral Home. A full obituary will appear in Saturday’s Daily Telegram. Dorothy S. Deehr, 99, of Manistee, died Friday, Sept. 19. The Johnson Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... Dorthey Hegerdus, age 84, of Whiting, Indiana, formerly of Holland, died Monday, September 22, 2008. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Helen Wolters; brothers and sisters, Glen Herbert Wolters, Herbert Glen Wolters and Ruth Arlene Wolters. She is survived by a son, Mike and Bonnie Oconner of Whiting; siblings, Elizabeth (Bettie) Derks of Florida, Edward Wolters of Grand Haven, Warren and Eleanor Wolters of Holland, Robert and Millie Wolters of Grandville, Donald and Joyce Wolters of… E. Lane Devine May 5, 1922-Sept. 23, 2008 E. Lane Devine, 86 yrs, of Petersburg died at her residence Tuesday morning. Friends may call at the Capaul Funeral Home, Ida, Wednesday from 6-9 PM and Thursday from 2-9 PM. Services will be at the funeral home Friday at 11 AM. . . . Detailed View Sunday 2-9 p.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc., 49150 Schoenherr Rd. (north of 22 Mile) Shelby Twp. Family and friends will gather Monday at 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Funeral Mass at St. Isidore Church, 18201 Romeo Plank Road (corner of 23 Mile Rd.) Macomb Twp. Sandra's wishes were for family and friends to send flowers in lieu of other memorial donations. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at . . . Detailed View Sunday 2-9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Beaumont Hospice or the Michigan Humane Society. BLUE MOUNDS, Wis. -- Elaine R. (Ahonen) Cook, 76, died Thursday, Sept. 11, 2008, at Oconomowoc, Wis. Eldon LeBlond passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2008, at the Sturgis Hospital. He was born Oct. 15, 1919, and grew up in Imlay City, Mich. Eldon was a World War II veteran, serving in the 328th Combat Engineers Platoon #3. He was a part of the Battle of the Bulge and the Crossing of the Rhine. While home on Army leave, Eldon married Ruth Lee Rose. They spent the next 64 years together, enjoying many wonderful adventures along the way. Eldon was an employee of Michigan Milk Producers as the… . . . Detailed View 7-9 p.m. Saturday and 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Sunday in Pollock-Randall Funeral Home, Port Huron. Funeral services 11:00 a.m. Monday in the funeral home. Memorials to First Church of Christ, Scientist or Port Huron Hospital Foundation. To send condolences, visit Florence Lorene Campbell, 93, of Litchfield Township, passed away Tuesday, September 23, 2008 at the Laurels of Coldwater. She was born May 16, 1915, in Calhoun County to Leo C. and Mina Mae (Juckett) Riker. On Dec. 10, 1932, she married Clive Ernest Campbell and he preceded her in death in 1985. Surviving are: daughters Mary (Darrell) Adams of Homer, Lorene (Lee) Slusher of Cambria, Marjorie (Jerry) Lewis of Litchfield, Janice (George) Manzer of Coldwater, Bonnie (Jake) Ward of Osseo and Lila (Rick) McNitt… . . . Detailed View 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 Sunday at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Rd. (at Schoenherr) from 2-9 p.m. Funeral Service Monday at the Funeral Home. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton Township. Share memories at "COBIE" Age 88, of Duxbury, Massachusetts. Died Thursday, September 25, in the Southwood Nursing Home in Norwell after a short illness. She was born in Utrecht, Holland on November 10, 1919, the daughter of the late William and Antoinette (Stalwyck) Moons. She was a resident of Bloomfield Hills, MI until moving to Duxbury 1 1/2 years ago. Mrs. Gladwin enjoyed Interior Decorating and loved her home and gardens. She is survived by one daughter, Cobie M. Gladwin of Duxbury, one brother, William… Beloved husband of the late Sonya Goldberg. Dear mother of Jeffrey (Sherry) Goldberg and Patty (Mark) Richie. Loving grandmother of Jennifer and Jared Goldberg. Dearest brother of Sidney (Marlene) Gilbert and the late Harold (the late Dorothy) Goldberg. Also survived by many cousins, nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. GRAVESIDE SERVICES SUNDAY 2:15 P.M. AT OAKVIEW CEMETERY, ROYAL OAK. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, 248-406-6000 or visit George H. Thielan Jr. , age 81, died Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008, in the afternoon at St. Vincent Hospital in Toledo. He was born on Aug. 4, 1927, in Fairfield, Mich., to George and Clara (Miller) Thielan. Mr. Thielan was a Veteran of the U.S. Marines during World War II. He was employed by Aro Corporation in Bryan, before retirement. Memberships include the Stryker American Legion Post #60 and VFW Post #2489. He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Norma L. Thielan of Bryan; one son, George (Marilyn) Bryant of… IRONWOOD, Mich. -- George W. Kaltenbach, 85, of Ironwood and formerly of Crystal Lake, Ill., died Monday, Sept. 22, 2008, in Ironwood. Gerald "Bud" L. Bird April 7, 1925-Sept. 21, 2008 Gerald "Bud" L. Bird, age 83 years, of Toledo, OH and formerly of Temperance, MI, died Sunday, September 21, 2008, in Harborside Healthcare, Sylvania Twp., Ohio. Gerald Bates, age 60, of Brooklyn passed away Sept. 24, 2008, at Heartland Health, Jackson. Mr. Bates was born on Jan. 28, 1948, in Adrian, the son of Jack and Gloria (Kemshawn) Bates. He married Linda Waters and she survives. Gerald was a member of the Brooklyn Sportsman Club, the Sons of the American Legion, a life member of the NRA and the IBEW Local #876. Jerry was employed with Rural Electric Co-Op in Adrian until his retirement in 1994. He enjoyed his family and hunting and fishing. Besides his wife,… ONTONAGON, Mich. -- Glen Olson, 96, Ontonagon, died Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008, at Maple Manor Nursing home in Ontonagon. Gordon E. Mahony passed away peacefully Sept. 21, 2008, at his home in Amherstburg. He was born Oct. 29, 1926. Beloved husband of Kathleen (nee Perkins); dear father of George Mahony and his wife, Barbara, of Mississauga, Ontario, David Mahony and his wife, Carol, of Windsor, Ontario, and Margaret Huver and her husband, John, of Amherstburg. Loving grandfather of Lance, Matthew, Andrea and Stephen. Dear brother-in-law of Ellen Simpson of St. Clair Beach and Beatrice Peters of Burlington. Predeceased by his… Saturday 4-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-9 p.m. with a 6 p.m. prayer service at the Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield, Clinton Township. In state Monday 9 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, St. Clair Shores. Burial Resurrection Cemetery. Please share a memory of Mary Jane at Frazier, Hedwig I. (Heddy) (Rose) Bay City, Michigan Heddy passed away early Thursday morning September 25, 2008 at Bay Medical Care Facility. Age 84. Funeral arrangements are being planned for Tuesday and a complete obituary will be announced in Sunday's edition of the paper. Friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. and on Monday from 1:00 to 5:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. 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.,… Helen (Shumaker) Ruffner, age 64, of Fennville, MI, died Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2008, at Hospice House in Holland. Born May 2, 1944 in Allegan, MI, she was the daughter of Irvin and Theresa (Bedes) Shumaker. She lived in the Fennville area most of her life, and worked for L & W Engineering in Holland for the past seven years. Helen was also a member of the V.F.W. Ladies auxiliary. Surviving are her children, Rhonda Barnes and her husband, Gabriel Galvin of Fennville, Jodi Moreno of Holland, and Ernesto… Helen Agnes Taylor, age 90, passed away gently on September 25, 2008, at Hospice of Holland. Helen was born May 10, 1918 in Detroit, MI, to Frank Collar and Sarah (Summerville) Collar. After high school she attended secretarial school, and in 1939 she met Clifford Taylor at a church social. They were married in 1943 and moved from Detroit to Southfield. Helen had six children, Susan, Carolyn, Clifford, Sandra, Douglas and Gregory. The small house on Addison Street that Clifford built for Helen was always… . Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the Hyatt family. If you are unable to visit with the family in person you may send your condolences through www.waresmithwoolever.com. WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Isabel "Bella" Lepinski, 93, of Putman Street, Wakefield, died Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008, in Ironwood. Age 87, September 26, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Helen. Dearest father of Frank (Carol), John J., and Kathy Lynn. Loving grandfather of Frank Benjamin. Dear brother of Stan, Cass, Wanda, John, and the late Ted, Chet, Victoria, Helen, Joe and Stephanie. Family will receive friends Sunday 1-8 p.m. with prayers at 7 p.m. at Stanley Turowski Funeral Home, 25509 W. Warren, Dearborn Hts. In state 9:30 a.m. Monday at Our Savior Polish National Catholic Church, 610 N. Beech Daly until 10 a.m. Mass. Long-time… RAMSAY, Mich. -- James Albert "Jimmer" Joki, 62, a longtime resident of Ramsay, passed away unexpectedly early Wednesday morning, Sept. 17, 2008, at St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth, Minn. Janette F. Wortman, 76, of Jackson passed away Sept. 23, 2008. She is survived by her husband Richard Sr. of 50 years; two children, Bruce (Julie) Wortman and Richard Jr. (Kimberly) Wortman; six grandchildren, Jason (Jennifer) Wortman, Brock Wortman, Nathan Reimers, Gary (Jamie) Rippee, Anthony (Stephine) Wortman, Amber Wortman, nine great-grandchildren; one sister Joyce Longshore; six nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, James Ford; one granddaughter, Amy… CATTANEO, Jeannette A. - Age 67, of Fenton, died Thursday, September 25, 2008 at her daughter's home. Funeral mass will be celebrated 11 AM Monday, September 29, 2008 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 600 N. Adelaide St., Fenton with Fr. David Harvey celebrant. Burial will follow in St. John Cemetery. Those desiring may make contributions to the St. John GIFT Campaign. Visitation will be held 2-5 and 7-9 PM Saturday and Sunday at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Rd.,… PETOSKEY, Mich. - Jeremy L. Mistura, 21, of Alanson, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008 at Northern Michigan Regional Health Center in Petoskey, Mich. Cole, Joan M. Ann Arbor, MI Age 74, passed away September 23, 2008 at University of Michigan Hospital. A full obituary and service information will follow. Arrangements by Generations. John C. Keller, 78, of Hillsdale, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2008, at the V.A. Medical Center in Battle Creek. He was born March 12, 1930, in Williams County, Ohio to Herman and Mary (Krouskropf) Keller. He was married June 20, 1959, to Caryl (Sossong) Keller and she preceded him in death Aug. 1, 1998. John retired from Trim Trends in Bryan, Ohio. He was a member of the U.S. Air Force serving during the Korean Conflict, a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church and the Reading American Legion Post 360.… John K. Kinsler, 78, of Gladwin, passed away Sept. 17, 2008 in Fenton. . . . Detailed View CHEBOYGAN - Joseph Magulski, age 83 of Cheboygan passed away Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2008 at his home. Beloved wife of the late Harry Keywell. Dear mother of Marcia (Mark) Scarr and Arthur (Harriet) Wiss. Loving grandmother of Traci (John) Smallwood, Heather (Steve) Corless, Mark Scarr Jr., Kathleen (A. James) Vella, Elizabeth Scarr, and Carrie (Brian) Wolschlager. Devoted great-grandmother of Mark, Claire, Armand, Charlie, William, Kelsey, Kevin, and Kaitlyn. Dearest sister of Sol Gold. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, other loving family members, and friends. SERVICES SUNDAY, 12:30 P.M. AT THE… Katherine J. Theeck Sept. 23, 2008 Theeck, Katherine J., age 84, of Carleton, September 23, 2008. Beloved wife of Walter Theeck. Loving mother of Walter (Lynn) Theeck, Jr., Ronald (Sue) Theeck, Thomas (Patricia) Theeck, Michael (Marilyn) Theeck and Patricia (Steve) Stiles. Kenneth William Groom, age 56, of Holland, passed away Wednesday, September 24, 2008, at Holland Hospice House. He was born August 23, 1952 in Durbin, Republic of South Africa, to Claude and Phyllis Maud (Lloyd) Groom, and moved here from South Africa eight years ago. Ken had been employed in High Level Access Security for Sky Com Inc. in South Africa and had previously been in bank management for Standard Bank and sales manager for Cullen's Satellite, all in South Africa. He served in the South… Kirk Thompson, 53, of Romulus, passed away Sept. 19, 2008. He was the beloved son of Norma Jean and the late James, loving father of Kirk (Marney) Thompson Jr. and Kevin (Pamela Barron) Thompson Sr., dear grandfather of Mikaya, Kalex, Kevin Jr. and Skyann. He was preceded in death by brothers, Larry and Jerry and grandson, Keelan. Arrangements are by Kernan Funeral Service, 1020 Fort St., Lincoln Park, (313) 381-2345. CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. -- Lance Cpl. Jonathon W. Watson, 20, of Georgetown, Ill., passed away Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008, at Camp Pendleton. Lee Blohm Drelles passed suddenly and tragically from this earth on Sept. 21, 2008. He was just 19 years old, celebrating his birthday on Aug. 22 and starting his sophomore year at Michigan Technologi... Lois Van Oosterhout, 96, of Holland, died Friday, Sept. 26, 2008 Funeral arrangements will be announced by the Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th St. Lonnie Avra, 59, of Coldwater, died Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008 in an aircraft accident in Atlanta, Ga. Lonnie was the pilot and sole occupant of the aircraft. Lonnie was a well-known and respected self-made local business man. Lonnie and Karen owned and operated many local businesses, including BDS Suspension, Truckmaster Distributing, Avra Warehousing and Cockburn Island Forrest products. Lonnie enjoyed the outdoors and the wilderness. He owned real estate ventures in Michigan, Florida, Alaska, Costa Rica… Lonnie Avra, 59, of Coldwater, died Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008, in an aircraft accident in Atlanta, Ga. Lonnie was the pilot and sole occupant of the aircraft. Lonnie was a well-known and respected self-made local business man. Lonnie and Karen owned and operated many local businesses, including BDS Suspension, Truckmaster Distributing, Avra Warehousing and Cockburn Island Forrest products. Lonnie enjoyed the outdoors and the wilderness. He owned real estate ventures in Michigan, Florida, Alaska, Costa Rica… Loretta M. Biller, age 95, of Saugatuck, died Wednesday, September 24, 2008, at her home. Ms. Biller was born in Chicago August 25, 1913 to John and Catherine (Shumaker) Biller. They moved to the Saugatuck/Douglas area in 1919, and she has been a resident of the area since. A graduate of Fennville High School, she obtained her teaching certificate from Western Michigan College (1933), and later her bachelor’s degree from Western Michigan University (1950). Schools she taught at included Loomis,… 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,… Sunday 2-9 p.m. with 7 p.m. Scripture Service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Funeral Monday in state 9:30 a.m. at St. Thecla Church, 20762 S. Nunneley (E. of Groesbeck and S. of Metro Parkway) until time of Mass 10 a.m. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at Sunday 1-9 p.m. with a scripture service 7 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Road, Livonia, MI 48152. Funeral Monday, in state 9:30 a.m. for 10 a.m. Mass at St. Priscilla Catholic Church, 19120 Purlingbrook, Livonia, MI 48152. Age 89. September 25, 2008. Beloved husband of Billie. Loving father of Brad (Kelly) and Shelley Youngblood. Dear brother of Leo and the late Bernie and Fred. Memorial visitation Sunday at the St. Clair Shores Chapel of the Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 25800 Harper Ave. (3 blocks N. of 10 Mile Rd.), 10 a.m. until time of Service 12 noon. In lieu of flowers, donations to the family for charities of their choice appreciated. Saturday 6-9 p.m. and Sunday 2-9 p.m., with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m., at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R., Madison Heights. Funeral Monday 9:00 a.m. in state with a 9:30 a.m. Mass, at St. Anastasia Church, 4571 John R., Troy. Burial in Christian Memorial Cemetery, Rochester Hills. Donations may be made to the National Kidney Foundation or donors choice. Nehmer, Marcella G. Saginaw, Michigan Passed away Friday, September 26, 2008 at her home at the age of 76 years. A complete obituary will be published in Sunday's edition of the Saginaw News. The funeral mass will be celebrated 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 30, 2008 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 1035 N. River Rd. Friends may call at W. L. Case & Co., 201 N. Miller Rd. Monday from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. where they may join the family for a parish vigil service at 7:30 p.m. and at… • Margaret E. Mackin, 95, of Manistee died Thursday morning, Sept. 25. The Johnson Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... Margaret E. Porter, 91, of Blissfield passed away Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008, at her home. Margaret was born on March 8, 1917, in Palmyra Township, the daughter of Berl and Edna (Whitman) Reed. She was married in 1947 to Leland Porter. Margaret worked as a registered nurse at Herrick Hospital for many years, and was a member of the Zion United Brethren Church in Ogden Township. In her spare time, Margaret enjoyed gardening, baking, sewing, and spending time with her grandchildren. Surviving are four children,… Marguerite Irene Kopp, age 80, of Hudson passed away Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008, at her home. She was born on June 7, 1928, in Ferndale, Mich., the daughter of Horace and Peggy Ballagh. Marguerite lived her early life in Royal Oak and Carsonville, Mich. She earned her B. A. in Art from Eastern Michigan University. On June 10, 1950, she married Ray Kopp and they lived 58 years in the Hudson and Posey Lake area. Marguerite taught art in Hudson and Addison and worked as a kitchen designer in Jackson. She later… SOUTH MILWAUKEE, Wis. -- Mary E. Lerza, 91, a former longtime Hurley resident, died Monday afternoon, Sept. 22, 2008, at Franciscan Villa in South Milwaukee, where she had resided for the past several years. Mary Nichol Sept. 5, 1931-Sept. 24, 2008 Mary Nichol, age 77, of Carleton, MI passed away Wednesday, September 24, 2008, at 11:30 AM at Oakwood Hospital in Dearborn, MI, after a short illness. 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… Maurice L. Swihart, 85, of Howe, Ind., died Sept. 24, 2008 at his residence. Visitation is from 2-5 p.m. Sunday at the First Church of God in LaGrange, Ind., where service are at 10 a.m. Monday. Burial will be in Brighton Cemetery, Howe, Ind. Melanie A. Reeck Kitts, age 59, formerly of Palmyra, passed away Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008, at her home. Melanie was born Jan. 18, 1949, in Trenton, Mich., to Melvin and Frances (Green) Reeck. She attended the one-room LeRoy School in Palmyra before transferring to the Adrian High School where she graduated with the Class of 1967. Melanie completed her schooling in Milwaukee at Patricia Stevens Career College. While there, she met Jimmy Ray Kitts whom she married in Taylor, Mich., on Sept. 29, 1968.… Michael E. Rigsby, 64, of Palmetto, Fla., died Sept. 23, 2008, at the Ellenton Hospice House in Palmetto, Fla. Visitation is from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. today at Frurip May Funeral Home, in LaGrange, where services are at 10 a.m. Saturday. Burial will take place in Woodruff Cemetery, Wolcottville, Ind. Michael James and Carmen Doris Sosby Michael James Sosby, age 40, and Carmen Doris Sosby, age 36, of Adrian, died Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008. Michael was born Jan. 31, 1968, in Adrian, to Marshall Eldridge and Birgit S. (Schuldt) Sosby. Carmen was born Feb. 10, 1971, in Germany, to Horst and Marie (Schoen) Schatz. Michael and Carmen were united in marriage Aug. 24, 1990, at Rollin Center United Methodist Church in Rollin where they attended with their family. Michael served his country in the United States Army. He was employed with Verizon. He… Michael Paul Munson, age 48, of Coral Springs, Fla., passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008. He was born Oct. 27, 1959, in Three Rivers, Mich., the eldest son of Bernard and Lila Munson. After graduating from Sturgis High School, he earned a business degree from Eastern Michigan University and then a Juris Doctorate from University of Toledo. Michael and Kristi Mellen united in marriage on May 14, 1988, after which they moved to South Florida in 1991 where he was employed at Goldstein Lewin… Mildred Joan Immink, 78, of Holland died Friday, Sept. 26, 2008 in Holland Hospital. Arrangements will be announced by the Mulder Chapel Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes. www.lifestorynet.com IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Milton Walter Kivi, 70, of 715 Garvey Street, Ironwood, died Monday, Sept. 22, 2008, at home. Sunday 3-9 p.m. Funeral Monday 10 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Committal with military honors, Resurrection Cemetery. Please share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at Sunday 2-9 p.m. with 6:30 p.m. Scripture Service. Funeral Monday 10:30 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc, 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). In lieu of flowers donations are welcome to Turning Point Shelter or charity of choice. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at Sunday 11-4 p.m. at H.F. Thon Funeral Home, 2760 Biddle Ave., Wyandotte, 734-282-4400. Online obituary at Onabelle M. Samuels, 85, of Ludington, died Sept. 23. Dorrell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... Patricia Peterman May 4, 1931-Sept. 25, 2008 Patricia Peterman, 77 years, of Temperance, MI passed away Thursday, September 25, 2008, in Harborside of Sylvania. . . . Detailed View . . . Detailed View Saturday 5 p.m. until 9 p.m Sunday 1 p.m. until 9 p.m. with a Rosary Service Sunday at 6:30 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E. J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, 3801 18 MIle (NW corner of Ryan). Funeral Service Monday In state 10 a.m. Mass at 10:30 a.m. Our Lady of Czestochowa Catholic Church, 3100 18 Mile Rd., Sterling Heights. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Ralph W. Hogle, 82, of Constantine, passed away Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008 at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. • Reva R. Herrmann, 75, of Manistee died Thursday morning, Sept. 25. The Johnson Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... Richard Brian Janney May 6, 1954-Sept. 22, 2008 Richard Brian Janney, age 54, of Monroe died Monday, September 22, 2008. He was born May 6, 1954 in Portsmouth, NH. Mr. Janney graduated from Berkley High School and worked as a carpenter. Richard M. Evilsizer, 80, of Lambertville died Sept. 6 in his home. Arrangements by H.H. Birkenkamp Funeral Home, Toledo. Richard S. “Slippery” Myers, 78, of Howe, Ind., died Sept. 22, 2008, at his residence. Visitation will be held from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday and one hour prior to the service at 11 a.m. Friday at the Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange. Burial will be in Fry Cemetery in Bronson, Mich. Richard Wallick Sr., age 78, of Howe, Ind., passed away Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008, at the Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo, Mich. He was born May 29, 1930, in Sturgis, Mich., a son of the late Vern and Marjorie (King) Wallick Sr. Richard had been a resident of Howe for the past 40 years. On Aug. 9, 1952, in Bloomsburg, Pa., he married Helen J. Swalinski. She preceded him in death on Dec. 20, 1995. Richard was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He completed his military schooling in Wyoming and was… Robert C. Hawkins, age 83 of Addison, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2008 at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility in Hillsdale. He was born on August 18, 1925 in Toledo, Ohio to Maynard A. and Helen L. (Corwin) Hawkins. He married Marilyn L. Ebbert on Dec. 20, 1947, in Angola, Ind., and she survives. He lived his early life in Toledo, and then in the Addison area for many years. Robert graduated from Libbey High School in Toledo in 1943. He farmed all his life. He served in the United… Robert E. Scott, 93, of East Jordan, died Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2008, at Charlevoix Area Hospital. HART, REV. FR. ROBERT ANTHONY North Muskegon Rev. Fr. Robert Anthony Hart VF, current pastor of Prince of Peace Roman Catholic Church and Dean of the Muskegon Deanery, passed away Thursday morning, September 25, 2008 after a courageous battle with cancer. THE MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL will be celebrated 11:00 AM Monday, September 29, 2008 at Prince of Peace Catholic Church. PUBLIC VISITATION will be held 2:00-9:00 PM Sunday at Prince of Peace Catholic Church. IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, please make donations to The… Robert Schaefer, 73, of Coldwater, died Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2008 at his home in Coldwater. Funeral arrangements are pending at Dutcher Funeral Home and will be announced as soon as they become available.
COLDWATER — Robert W. Schaefer, 73, of Coldwater, died Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2008 at his home. The family will receive friends on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008 from 1 - 3 p.m. at the Dutcher Funeral Home. Robert was born on April 22, 1935 in Payne, Ohio to Carl and Velta (Commer) Schaefer. He married Janet Caulley on June 12, 1977. Robert graduated from Bowling Green University in 1953 and served in the US Army. He was a former newscaster for Channel 21 in Ft. Wayne, Indiana and also a radio host at a local… Rod Van Kampen, age 65, of Holland, went to be with his Savior with his family at his side, Thursday, September 25, 2008, under hospice care at Holland Hospital. Rod met his wife Helene at Holland Christian High, and after graduating, were married on May 1, 1964. They have two sons, Mitchell and Stacie; and children, Austin, Alexander and Hanna, and Timothy and Leann; and children, Mackenzie and Elliott. Rod became co-founder of R&R Auto Body Repair in 1977 along with his partner, Richard… Rollie Cole of Jerome passed away Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008 at his home under the loving care of his family and Southern Care Hospice. He was born Jan. 14, 1935 in Hancock County, Ohio the son of Birdine and Emily (Barnett) Cole. He is survived by his wife, of 54 years, Vera G. (Crawford) Cole, whom he married Feb. 26, 1954. He is also survived by 14 children, Ricky (Cynthia) Cole of Jerome, Rusty (Coleen) Cole of Osseo, Rollie Lynn (Betty) Cole of Arkansas, Rudy (Karen) Cole of North Adams, Debra (James)… Ruth M Oehlke, 98, of Manistee, died Wednesday, Sept. 17. The Johnson Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... age 77 of Warren died peacefully in the loving care of his family, September 26, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Jeannine. Dearest father of Michael (Barbara), Mark (Deborah) and Valerie (Joe Mudar) Steer. Loving grandfather of Debbie, Kaitlin and Angela Steer and Alex, Nicholas and Max Mudar. Dear brother of Landis "George" Steer. A private memorial will be held. Memorials to Arbor Hospice 2366 Oak Valley Dr. Ann Arbor 48103. Arrangements Generations Funeral & Cremation Services. Sally Jane (Sterling) Smith, 55, of Xenia, passed away Tuesday afternoon Sept. 2, 2008 at Hospice of Dayton, Ohio, following a brief battle with cancer. Sharon K. Marshall, age 63, of Homer, passed away Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008 at her home. She was born March 9, 1945 in Marshall to Warren W. and Lillian R. Kimball. On June 26, 1996, she married Keith H. Marshall; he preceded her in death on Nov. 12, 2006. Sharon was a mail carrier for the United States Postal Service in Litchfield for over 30 years. She was a member of Litchfield Congregational Church and a 4-H leader. Sharon enjoyed line dancing, camping and especially her children and grandchildren. … will be at 3 p.m. on Sunday at First Church of the Nazarene in Rock Island, where he was a member. The Rev. Richard Barriger will officiate. Visitation is 2 to 5 p.m. on Saturday at the Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home, 3030 7th Ave., Rock Island. A committal service will be held at Midland Memorial Gardens, Midland, Mich., at 11 a.m. on Tuesday. Memorials may be made to First Church of the Nazarene, Rock Island, or to Us TOO International. He was born on Dec. 11, 1941 to Margaret and Wheeler Sheets of Midland,… Teresa L. Boudrie, age 37, of Frenchtown Township passed away unexpectedly at her home. Arrangements are pending at Merkle Funeral Service. Violet V. Bishop, 80, of Beaverton passed away Sept. 20, 2008 at Gladwin Nursing and Rehabilitation Centre following along illness. Virginia "Ginny" Rhodes Aug. 15, 1923-Sept. 24, 2008 Funeral service for Virginia quot;Ginny quot; Rhodes, 85, Lawton, Oklahoma will be 1:30 pm Saturday in the Becker Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Rev. Vivian Garza, Pastor, Antioch Baptist Church, South of Lawton, officiating. Mrs. Virginia (Ginny) Lee Weston September 19, 1935-September 24, 2008 Ginny was born September 19, 1935 in Monroe, Michigan the youngest child and only daughter of Dewey Williams and Bertha (Roark) Williams. She graduated in 1953 from Monroe. Virginia Weston Sept. 24, 2008 Virginia Weston, 73, of Monroe died at 1:50 this morning. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service. August 9, 2008. Age 80. Loving mother of Pam (Frank) Crachiolo, Susie (Dan) McKinney, and Nancy (Ed) DeSelm. Dear grandmother of nine grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Reed (Bobbie) Garrett and the late Loretta Calis. Longtime companion of Robert Richer. Friends and family will gather Monday 11 a.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, 49150 Schoenherr Rd. (N. of 22 Mile), Shelby Township for a 1 p.m. Memorial Service. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at… www.kranzfuneralhome.com , . . . Detailed View Wanda Lee (Tonkel) McMichael, 43, of Merritt Island, Fla., passed away Saturday, Sept 20, 2008 at the University of Michigan Hospital, Ann Arbor. She was born in Hillsdale on March 28, 1965 and graduated from Camden-Frontier High School in 1983. Wanda played in the high school band and was a cheerleader, including squad captain, for five years. In Florida, she was a realtor and broker, member of the Cocoa Beach Chamber of Commerce and a public speaker (on real estate) at Patrick Air Force Base. Wanda… . . . Detailed View William Franklin Durfee, Jr. "Bill Jr." www.kranzfuneralhome.com , . . . Detailed View |
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