Name: Bruce DeChane
Age: 66
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: March 16, 2012
Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 16, 2012, at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe. Officiating will be Mr. James Gleason. Burial will be in Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Cemetery in Ruth. Visitation will take place from 12 to 8 p.m. on Thursday and from 10 a.m. until the service time on Friday at the Kaufman Funeral Home.
He is survived by his wife, Gloria DeChane of Elkton; mother, Ilene DeChane of Bad Axe; three sons, Mike DeChane and his fiancee, Melinda McMullen of Essexville, Dennis (Lisa) DeChane of Bay City, Sean (Cathy) Gleason of Appleton, Wis.; one daughter, Heidi (Keith) Mausolf of Minden City; eight grandchildren, Owen DeChane of Essexville, Madelyn, Nina, and Alice DeChane of Bay City, Michael, Hailey, and Meghan Mausolf of Minden City, Sarahn Gleason of Appleton, Wis. He was predeceased by his father, Gerald Lee DeChane Sr. on Aug. 25, 2011; one brother, Gerald Lee DeChane Jr. on Aug. 25, 1964.
Bruce H. DeChane, 66, of Elkton, passed away on Monday, March 12, 2012 at Huron Medical Center in Bad Axe. He was born on Dec. 15, 1945 in Bad Axe, son of Gerald Lee and Ilene (Bannick) DeChane Sr. He married Gloria Pulcer-Gleason on July 11, 1997. Bruce was employed at Valley Enterprises in Ubly and was part owner and operator of D & P Appliance in Bad Axe from 1986-1991. He also served as vice-president of DeChane Cabinet Shop in Bad Axe. He loved boating and enjoying the sun, sand, and water.
Name: Mitchell W. Lojek
Age: 72
Hometown: Detroit
Funeral Date: March 15, 2012
Date of Birth: February 06, 1940
Date of Passing: March 12, 2012
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
A funeral mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM Thursday, March 15 at St Roch Catholic Church, Caseville. Fr. Robert Pare’ will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. Family and friends may call at the Champagne Funeral Chapel of Caseville from 3 to 8 PM Wednesday and at the church after 10 AM Thursday. Memorials may be given to St. Roch Altar Society.
Surviving are his wife, Toni; two brothers, Leon Lojek of Warren and Ted (Connie) Lojek of West Bloomfield; two sisters, Sophie Jaubowski of Hamtramck and Lorraine (Ed) Rojek of Lexington; two sister-in-laws, Patty Runski of Lambertville and Dorothy Crown of Clinton Twp. and many nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his two brothers, Stanley Lojek and Phil Lojek; two sisters Irene Lojek and Virginia Winarski.
Mitchell W. Lojek age 72, of Lake Twp. passed away peacefully Monday morning, March 12, at St. Mary’s Medical Center, Saginaw. He was born February 6, 1940, to the late Jacob and Anna (Kukula) Lojek in Hamtramck. Mitchell lived in the Detroit area most of his life. Following high school, he attended college for two years. He then took a position with Prompt Pattern, Detroit. He remained with them for 14 years before starting his own business in 1971, Tri-County Pattern, retiring in 2010. He purchased a lot in Lake Twp. in 1970 and started building his dream cottage with his wife, Toni and in 2001 they moved there permanently. Mitchell was a member of St. Roch Catholic Church and still enjoyed crafting things from wood.
Name: Stanley S Wrubel
Age: 94
Hometown: Harrison Township
Funeral Date: March 22, 2012
Date of Birth: September 04, 1917
Date of Passing: March 12, 2012
Funeral Home: Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home
Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 am Thursday, March 22, 2012 at St. Ignatius Catholic Church in Freiburg. Rev. Joseph Griffin, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be at St. Ignatius Church on Thursday, March 22 from 9:30 am until the mass at 11:00 am.
More Sharing ServicesShare | Share on facebookShare on emailShare on favoritesShare on print Stanley S. Wrubel (September 4, 1917 - March 12, 2012) Send Flowers Send Sympathy Card Guest Book | Sign Guest Book | Send Private Condolences Mr. Stanley S. Wrubel, 94 of Harrison Township passed away Monday, March 12, 2012 at Martha T. Berry Nursing Home in Mt. Clemens. Stanley was born on September 4, 1917 in Parisville to the late Peter & Frances (Miller) Wrubel. He married Evelyn E. Patterson on September 14, 1940 in Bad Axe. She preceded him in death on September 13, 2005. Stanley was a graduate of a country school. He resided in Huron County until he and his wife moved to Warren in 1943. They lived there until moving to Harrison Township in 1976 and have resided there since. He was a parishioner at St. Herbert Catholic Church in Mt. Clemens. Stanley enjoyed gardening, fishing, playing poker and euchre and visiting with his family. Stanley is survived by his children, Carroll Rogers and her husband, Donald of Roseville, Eric Wrubel and his wife, Lupe, of Texas, Nancy Pizzuti and her husband, Vince of Essex, Ontario, Canada, Richard Wrubel of Florida; 6 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Helen Wrubel. He was preceded in death by one son, LaVerne on June 17, 2010
Stanley was born on September 4, 1917 in Parisville to the late Peter & Frances (Miller) Wrubel. He married Evelyn E. Patterson on September 14, 1940 in Bad Axe. She preceded him in death on September 13, 2005. Stanley was a graduate of a country school. He resided in Huron County until he and his wife moved to Warren in 1943. They lived there until moving to Harrison Township in 1976 and have resided there since. He was a parishioner at St. Herbert Catholic Church in Mt. Clemens. Stanley enjoyed gardening, fishing, playing poker and euchre and visiting with his family.
Name: Harold Edwards
Age: 88
Hometown: Harbor Beach
Funeral Date: March 12, 2012
Funeral Services for Harold will be Tuesday, March 13, 2012 at 2 pm in the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach, with Rev. Donna Cartwright officiating. Visitation for Harold will begin on Tuesday at 12 pm until time of services at 2 pm.
He is survived by his twin brother Howard Edwards of Owosso and his nieces and nephews. Harold was preceded in death by his brother Frank Edwards and sisters: Marie Koehn and Eleanor Schroeder.
HAROLD L. EDWARDS, age 88 of Harbor Beach, passed away Sunday, March 11, 2012 at Huron Medical Care Facility of Bad Axe. He was born on December 14, 1923 in White Rock to the late Floyd and Katherine (Frank) Edwards. Harold served in the Merchant Marines. He also worked as a bus driver for Indian Trails Bus Lines for many years.
Name: Jody Shawn Beachy
Age: 38
Hometown: Pigeon/Caseville
Funeral Date: March 14, 2012
Date of Birth: August 26, 1973
Date of Passing: March 08, 2012
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Funeral services to be conducted at 11:00 AM Wednesday, March 14, at Michigan Avenue Mennonite Church, Pigeon with burial in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the Champagne Funeral Chapel, Elkton on Monday and Tuesday from 4:00 to 8:00 pm and at the church after 10:00 AM Wednesday. Memorials may be directed to Michigan Avenue Mennonite Church, River’s Edge Community Church or to family.
Jody was a loving daughter to Eldon and Joanne Beachy, wonderful sister to Brenda Kosenko and friend Mike, Michael Beachy, Murray (Robin) Beachy, Tim Beachy, and Bethanne Bowles; amazing aunt to Brody, Bailee, Benjamin, and Brooklyn Beachy, Brandon Fabyan, Seth, Garet, Westin, and Kyle Bowles, Dwight Kosenko, and Nicole (John) Stelmach. Preceding her in death were her grandparents, Benjamin and Sadie (Ropp) Beachy, Wilford and Mary (Schweitzer) Caister and brother-in-law Glenn Kosenko.
Jody Shawn Beachy, age 38 of Pigeon/Caseville, our beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and good friend went to be with her Lord and Savior after a diligent battle with a short term illness at 7:26 PM, Thursday, March 8, at the University of Michigan Hospital with her family and friends at her side. She was born August 26, 1973 to Eldon and Joanne (Caister) Beachy at Scheurer Hospital in Pigeon. Jody was a beloved friend to many and a loyal Detroit Tiger fan. She can be remembered for her remarkable strength and talent on and off the golf course. She enjoyed the outdoors; hunting and fishing, and just having the breeze blow through her hair. Her family and friends were her life. Jody’s spirit runs strong through all whose lives she touched with her dimpled smile and incredible laugh. Jody, our little dare-devil, we will miss you. She was a 1991 graduate of Laker High School. In 1990, the Beachy family purchased Lefty’s Drive-In in Bay Port, Michigan. This was the beginning of Jody’s heart and soul of Lefty’s Incorporated. In 1998, Jody and her father, Eldon Beachy, created Lefty’s Diner and Drive-in in Caseville. Jody’s hand in this creation was partially the Left, however, mostly the “Right” She will be well remembered serving it up, in her white apron, for all her loyal friends and customers whom sparked her flame to succeed at her “Okie Dokie” Diner. Through 22 years of culinary experience, she was greatly appreciated by many. Her achievement of several winning Cheeseburger competitions was a shining glory to her blessed success.
Name: Charlene Zimmer
Age: 64
Hometown: Mayville
Funeral Date: March 13, 2012
Date of Birth: March 12, 1947
Date of Passing: March 08, 2012
Funeral Home: Ransford Collon Funeral Home
A Funeral Liturgy will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Kinde at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 13, 2012 with Rev. Andrew Booms officiating. Rite of Committal will follow at the church cemetery in Kinde. The family will receive friends at the Ransford Collon Funeral Home in Caro on Sunday from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m., on Monday from 10:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. and at the church on Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 11:00 a.m. The Rosary will be recited on Sunday at 5:00 p.m. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to the American Heart Association or the charity of the donor’s choice. The family was assisted with these arrangements by the Ransford Collon Funeral Home of Caro. Friends may share memories, thoughts and prayers online at www.RansfordCollon.com.
Char is survived by her husband, Norman Zimmer of Mayville; one brother, Douglas Ignash of Kinde; a sister-in-law, Fay Ignash of Detroit; several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Duane Ignash and infant brother, Patrick.
Charlene Marie Zimmer, age 64, passed away Thursday, March 8, 2012 at St. Mary’s of Michigan in Saginaw, following a lingering illness. The former Charlene Ignash was born March 12, 1947 in Bad Axe to the late Leonard and Esther (Wrubel) Ignash. On September 13, 1975, she was united in marriage with Norman Zimmer at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Kinde. Char was a graduate of Kinde High School with the class of 1968. In 1972, she hired into Saginaw Steering Gear and worked there until her retirement in June of 2001. The Zimmers moved to rural Mayville in 1975 where they have lived since. Char and Norman retired on the same day, and have enjoyed their retirement to the fullest, fishing, trips to casinos, travel, and attending car shows. Most winters they spent two months in Florida. In earlier years she loved baking, canning, bowling, and playing cards.
Name: Ernest J. Detgen
Age: 85
Hometown: Port Hope
Funeral Date: March 10, 2012
Date of Birth: December 21, 1926
Date of Passing: March 07, 2012
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
A Service to celebrate the life of Ernest J. Detgen was held at the Bad Axe Presbyterian Church with Rev. Philip Burch, Pastor who officiated. Interment was at the Colfax Township Cemetery, Bad Axe. Memorials may be offered to the First Presbyterian Church, 112 Woodworth, Bad Axe, Mich. Funeral arrangements were handled by MacAlpine Funeral Home, Bad Axe
He leaves to cherish his memory; his daughters, Connie (Paul) Van Doeselaar of Traverse City and their children, Matthew of Denver, Colo., Christina (Jeff) Feeny of Richmond, Va., Bonnie (John) Smendzuik and their children, Michael and Steven of Traverse City; a son, Jim Detgen and his children, Ted from Denver, Colo., Branden, Becky, and Tyler of Alva Okla.; great grandchildren, Rylee and Noah of Alva, Okla.; a sister, Darlene Shuart; a brother, Edward (Hilda) Detgen of Bad Axe; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Norma Jean (McDonald) Detgen; two sisters, Helen (John) Kautz and Evelyn (Bob) Penfold and one infant brother, Vern Detgen.
He was born on December 21, 1926 in Port Hope, the son of the late Louis and Mamie (Dobson) Detgen. Ernest was united in marriage to Norma Jean McDonald. He was a good husband, great dad, fun grandfather and dependable friend. He served in the U. S. Army during WWII in the Asian Campaign. He owned Detgen Ready Mix in Bad Axe and Mayville, and constructed homes on Beech Street. Ernest knew the value and sanctity of family and instilled a deep sense of love and commitment for this in his children. He will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his family and friends.
Name: Iva Maynard
Age: 92
Hometown: Harbor Beach
Funeral Date: March 10, 2012
Date of Birth: June 22, 1919
Date of Passing: March 07, 2012
Funeral Home: Ramsey Funeral Home, Inc.
Iva is survived by her siblings: Charlie Thrushman of Port Huron, Barney Thrushman of Marysville, Eleanore Nowiski of Bayonet Point, Florida, Mary Odoerfer of Macomb, Ann Schubring of Port Hope, many nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by an infant son Donald James, and siblings: Willia, Leland, Roland and Glen Thrushman, Eva and Pearl Thrushman, Violet Julka, and Clara Koglin.
Iva is survived by her siblings: Charlie Thrushman of Port Huron, Barney Thrushman of Marysville, Eleanore Nowiski of Bayonet Point, Florida, Mary Odoerfer of Macomb, Ann Schubring of Port Hope, many nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by an infant son Donald James, and siblings: Willia, Leland, Roland and Glen Thrushman, Eva and Pearl Thrushman, Violet Julka, and Clara Koglin.
IVA J. MAYNARD, age 92 of Harbor Beach, passed away Wednesday, March 7, 2012 at her home under hospice care. She was born on June 22, 1919 in Huron City to the late Barney and Lillian (Beggs) Thrushman. She and Lyle Maynard were united in marriage in May of 1976. He preceded her in death in 1995. Iva worked as a packer for the automotive wiring industry for over 25 years, retiring in 1975
Name: Edward Ramsey
Age: 73
Hometown: Harbor Beach
Funeral Date: Not Available
Date of Birth: August 21, 1938
Date of Passing: March 06, 2012
Funeral Home: Ramsey Funeral Home, Inc.
Cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory of Bay City. A private service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are being handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Memorials may be given to the Shriners Hospital.
He is survived by his wife Roberta Ramsey of Harbor Beach, and children: Robin Fox and her husband Gavin of El Paso, TX, Heather Snyder and her husband Matthew of Olmsted Falls, OH, three grandchildren: Zachary and Collin Snyder, Lydia Fox, sister Marjorie Hemr and her husband William of Cape Cop, MA, and his nieces and nephews.
EDWARD R. RAMSEY, age 73 of Harbor Beach, passed away Tuesday, March 6, 2012 at Harbor Beach Community Hospital. He was born on August 21, 1938 in Harbor Beach to the late Kenneth and Mabel (Davidson) Ramsey. He and Roberta Froelich were united in marriage on October 27, 1962 in Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin. Ed served in the US Army his entire career retiring after 27 years in 1984 as Chief Warrant Officer. He also worked as a program manager for Sierra Research out of Buffalo, NY. Ed was Mayor of Harbor Beach, for three terms. He was a member of the American Legion of Harbor Beach. He especially enjoyed his time with family and friends, as he could make anyone smile and laugh.
Name: Barry A. Reid
Age: 52
Hometown: Harbor Beach
Funeral Date: March 10, 2012
Date of Birth: January 07, 1960
Date of Passing: March 04, 2012
Funeral Home: Smigielski Funeral Home
Memorial Mass for Barry Reid will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 10 at Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church in Harbor Beach. Rev. William Spencer, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in White Rock Cemetery. Visitation with Barry’s family will be at Our Lady of Lake Huron Church in Harbor Beach on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the mass at 11:00. Memorials are requested to the Family Discretionary Fund.
Barry is survived by two daughters, Abigail and Andrea; two grandchildren; his mother, Margaret Reid of White Rock; 5 siblings, Elizabeth Booms and her husband, Ray, of Ruth, Gwen Peyerk and her husband, Ken of Harbor Beach, Louis Reid and his wife, Rita of Harbor Beach, Robert Reid and his wife, Linda of Harbor Beach, Sharon Kramer and her husband Lloyd of Harbor Beach.
He was born January 7, 1960 in Harbor Beach to Margaret (Murray) Reid and the late Louis Reid. Barry was a graduate of Harbor Beach High School. He attended drafting classes at St. Clair Community College in Port Huron. He worked in building construction and an automotive factory. He loved fishing and hunting.
Name: Virginia Kaye "Ginnie" Haley
Age: 70
Hometown: Sebewaing
Funeral Date: March 07, 2012
Date of Birth: December 03, 1941
Date of Passing: March 03, 2012
Funeral Home: Juengel & Mellendorf Funeral Home, Inc
Visitation will be Tuesday, March 6, 2012 from 1-9pm at Juengel & Mellendorf Funeral Home in Sebewaing. The Funeral Service will be Wednesday, March 7, 2012 at Community of Christ in Bay Port. Visiting will begin at the church at 11am until the time of service at 1pm. Burial will take place at New Bay Port Cemetery. Memorial may be made to Community of Christ Church – Bay Port or Community of Christ Woodlands Campground. Share a memory at www.jmfuneralhome.com
Ginnie is survived by her husband Ervin Haley; her children: Deborah (Larry) Dubs, Craig (friend Tami Brown) Gettel and Lee (Wendy) Gettel; step daughters: Annette (Robert) Briolat and Debra Lynn (friend Gene Polega, Jr.) Haley; 11 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild; and two step brothers Richard and Michael “Micky” Tomich. Ginnie is preceded in death by her first husband Burton Gettel; mother and step father: Katherine and Michael Tomich; two half brothers: Wayne and Melvin Tomich. Ginnie was a very active member and leader at Community of Christ. She served in many areas including Sunday School, Bible School, Women’s Group, Pastoral Commission, Recording Secretary, Deacon, Building Committee and Worship Commission, among others. She was constant unwavering support to Ervin as they Pastored the church for 3 decades. She loved her ceramic friends, circle of friends and camping at the Woodlands Campground near Hale, MI. She loved and was proud of her entire family and hosts of friends.
Virginia Kaye “Ginnie” Haley, age 70, of Sebewaing, passed away Saturday, March 3, 2012 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Saginaw. She was born in Bay City December 3, 1941 as Virginia Kaye Brown. She was raised by her mother Katherine Valeck Tomich and her step father Michael Tomich. Ginnie attended Country School in Saginaw County and graduated from Saginaw High in 1959. She was united in marriage to Burton “Butch” Raymond Gettel on July 23, 1960. He passed away October 22, 1971. They had three children: Deborah, Craig and Lee. Ginnie married Ervin Haley November 11, 1972. He has two daughters: Annette and Debra Lynn.
Name: Emma Wodwaski
Age: 99
Hometown: Parisville
Funeral Date: March 10, 2012
Date of Birth: May 19, 1912
Date of Passing: March 03, 2012
Funeral Home: Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home
Funeral Mass for Mrs. Wodwaski will be 11:00 A.M. Saturday, March 10, 2012, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Parisville. Rev. Peter Nwokoye, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly on Friday from 2:00 until 9:00 p.m. and Saturday at the church only from 10:00 a.m. until the mass at 11:00 a.m. There will be a joint rosary at 3:30 p.m. Friday by the St. Mary’s Rosary Sodality and the St. Mary’s Mens Club and a parish vigil service at 7:00 p.m. Friday, both at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to St. Mary Church, Parisville.
She is survived by five children: Bernadette Messing of Minden City, John Wodwaski Jr. and his wife Elaine of Ruth, Adrian Wodwaski of Midland, Kathryn Bede and her husband Rene of Burton, Lucille Wodwaski of Midland. One Sister: Lucy Gomoluch of Norridge, IL., one daughter-in-law, Bernadette Schwalm and her husband, Robert of Ubly; Her Grandchildren: Vincent Messing, Jr., Christopher (Dorothy) Messing, Neil (Diane) Messing, Stanley (Lori) Messing, Leo (Tanya) Messing, Julie (John) Stapleton, Andrew (Rose) Messing, Ambrose (Madonna) Messing, Thomas Messing, Greg (Vanessa) Messing, Johnathan (Karen) Messing, Jeanette (Joseph) Geiger, Barbara (Cass) Lackowski, Michael Wodwaski, John (Nadine) Wodwaski, III, Mary (Gary) Labor, Patrick (Sheri) Wodwaski, Mark (Stephanie) Wodwaski, Anthony (Tracey) Wodwaski, Loretta Wingard, Karen (John) Murphy, Margaret (Geoff) Aughe, Joseph Wodwaski, Patricia Wodwaski, Keri Vinson, Martin Bede. 45 great-grandchildren; 6 great great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. The family would like to give special thanks to nephew, Tom Woycik, Dawn, Gordon and Ruth. Emma was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Mary Grace, two sons: Dennis and Peter Wodwaski, Son-in-law: Vincent Messing, Sr.; two granddaughters; Cheryl Bede and Mary Messing; two sisters: Clare Olson and Marian Chwalisz, three brothers: Arthur, Florian and Earnest.
Mrs. Wodwaski was born May 19, 1912 in Chicago, Illinois, daughter of the late Albert and Lucy (Ceglarek) Chwalisz. She married John Wodwaski, Sr. on June 14, 1933 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Parisville. He preceded her in death on May 3, 1984. Emma attended St. Mary of the Angels School in Chicago. She worked as a telephone operator in Chicago before her marriage and also worked at the Babe Ruth Candy Company. She lived in Parisville most of her life and moved to the Midland area in 2005. She was a parishioner of St. Mary Catholic Church in Parisville where she was a member of the Rosary Sodality. Emma loved getting together with her family, traveling, reading and playing cards. She was noted for her baking, especially her bread. First and foremost was her faith, with a special devotion to Mary, and the rosary.
Name: Russell Kenneth Bowers
Age: 73
Hometown: Ann Arbor presently resided in Bad Axe
Funeral Date: March 05, 2012
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, March 5, 2012 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Bad Axe, with Robert Howe officiating. Visitation will be from 2:00 – 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 4, 2012 with rosary at 3:00 by the Daughters of Isabella and scripture at 3:30 at MacAlpine Funeral Home, 302 Hanselman St., Bad Axe and Monday from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at the church. Memorials may be offered to the Family Discretionary Fund.
Russell is survived by his wife of 54 years, Doris; two children, son Todd (Janice) Bowers of Owendale, daughter Nancy (Paul) Kipfmiller of Auburn. Also surviving are his grandchildren, Bryce, Ethan and Logan Kipfmiller, Shelby, Jessica and Derek Bowers; sisters-in-law, Genevieve Bowers, Lucy Moore, Margaret (Patrick) Jurgess, Grace (Delbert) Burkhard, Bernard Holdwick, Dolores (Lowell) Messing, Millie (Lavern) Kaufman, and many nieces and nephews. Russell is preceded in death by his mother and father-in-law, Bernard and Cecila Holdwick, his brothers, Richard, Robert, and Roger Bowers; brother-in-law Louis Moore; sister-in-law, Violet Holdwick and two nephews.
He was born August 14, 1938 in Ann Arbor, Michigan to the late Kenneth and Gertrude (Carey) Bowers. Russell was united in marriage to Doris Holdwick on October 19, 1957, at St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Ruth. Russ served in the U.S. Army as a military police officer in Germany from 1960 to 1962. In 1963, he then worked was employed by the Huron County Road Commission. He was a dedicated and hard worker, receiving promotions until he reached the position of superintendent/assistant manager which he held for the majority of 36 years. Russell always loved keeping busy. He worked hard planting trees, cutting and splitting firewood, building and grooming trails on his 40 acres that he truly loved. He also enjoyed playing cards and spending time with his children and grandchildren that he cherished so much. Russell was a long-time member at Bad Axe Sacred Heart Catholic Church and the Grindstone Port Hope Sportsman’s Club.
Name: Richard Louis Horetski
Age: 87
Hometown: Port Austin
Funeral Date: March 05, 2012
Funeral Mass will be on at 11 a.m. Monday, March 5, 2012, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Port Austin. Visitation will be from 2 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Knoblock Funeral Home in Kinde, and from 10 a.m. until the time of the funeral at the church. There will be a vigil at the funeral.
He is survived by five children, Shirley (Paul) Booms of Harbor Beach, Jan (Dennis) Young of Elkton, Leonard Horetski, Gerry (Mike) Voss, and Dennis Horetski of Port Austin and his fiancèe, Diane Young of Elkton; thirteen grandchildren, Julie (Craig) Klee, Jeff (Julie) Booms, Jill (Chad) Sweeney, Janice Pulaskey and Josh, John Booms and fiancèe, Alix Lyndrup, Wally Fisher, Wendy (Tom) Bruetsch, Tim (Vickie) Young, Jodie Voss and Steve, Jaime (Dave) Dybowski, Traci (Scott) Romzek, Tami Horetski and Nate, Joe Horetski and Lacey; fifteen greatgrandchildren, Kirsten and Kayla Klee, McKenna Booms, Brooke and Jenna Sweeney, Travis Pulaskey, Jacob and Jordan Breutsch, Allen and Chealsea Miller, Tia Young, Kelsey Voss, Carson Dybowski, Andrew and Zachary Romzek; brother-in-law, Ralph (Sheila) Vigenski of Virginia Beach, Va.; sisters-in-law, Alma Goss of Chicago, Ill. and Delores Vigenski of Vassar. He was preceded in death by one infant son, Gerald; daughter-in-law Sharon Horetski; one brother, John (Jack) Horetski; brothers and sister-in-law, Mike and Marcella Vigenski, Ernie Vigenski, Edward Goss and Eldon Vigenski; and grandson-in-law Doug Hagle.
He was born June 24, 1924 in Port Austin Township, the son of the late Louis and Mary (Pincoski) Horetski. Fr. Joseph Dudek presided at the marriage of Richard Louis Horetski and Edna T. Vigenski on November 20, 1942, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Port Austin. She preceded him in death on January 5, 2005. Richard was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Port Austin. He was a dairy farmer for many years and he crop farmed until becoming a resident of Courtney Manor in September of 2007. Farming was the love of his life.
Name: Joseph Priemer
Age: 84
Hometown: Harbor Beach
Funeral Date: March 05, 2012
Date of Birth: January 23, 1938
Date of Passing: March 01, 2012
Funeral Home: Zinger-Smigieslki Funeral Home
The funeral service will be 11 am Monday, March 5 at the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly. Rev. Donald Eppenbrock will officiate. Burial will be in the St. Anthony cemetery in Helena. Visitation will be at the Zinger-Smigieslki Funeral Home in Ubly on Sunday from 3:00-8:00 pm and Monday from 10:00 am until the service at 11.
Joe is survived by his wife of 60 years, June of Harbor Beach; four children, Cindy (Frank Hughes) Priemer of Ruth, Thomas (Karen) of Harbor Beach, Crystal (Marvin) Mosher of Fort Gratiot, Eric (Crystal) of Ruth; eight grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; one brother, Eugene; five sisters, Johanna, Rita, Doris, Delores, Coletta; many nieces and nephews. Joe was preceded in death by one sister, Winnie.
Joe was born on January 23, 1928 in Harbor Beach to the late Lucas and Anna (Hessling) Priemer. He married June Walker on February 16, 1952. Joe was a retired farmer. He also retired from Leader Tool. He was an avid fan of education and donated largely to the Michigan State Education Fund. He enjoyed vacationing with his wife and friends. He also enjoyed playing euchre at the House of Knowledge.
Name: Agnes Eleanor Abraham
Age: 92
Hometown: Minden City
Funeral Date: March 05, 2012
Date of Birth: September 28, 1919
Date of Passing: February 29, 2012
Funeral Home: Smigielski Funeral Home
Mass of Christian burial will be 11 am Monday, March 5, 2012 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Parisville. Rev. Peter Nwokoye, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be at the Smigielski Funeral Home on Cass Ave. in Minden City on Sunday from 2:00-9:00 pm and on Monday from 10:00-11:00 am at St. Mary Church only. There will be a rosary on Sunday at 4:00 pm by the St. Mary Rosary Sodality and a parish vigil service at 7:00 pm. Both services will be at the funeral home.
Agnes is survived by her husband of 65 years, August; two daughters, Mary Anna Thompson of Deckerville and Theresa Kirsch of Ruth; two grandsons, Adam Thompson and his wife, Brandy of Potterville, Jason Thompson of Mancelona; two granddaughters, Jessica Kirsch and Rebecca Kirsch, both of Ruth; two great granddaughter, Phoebe and Olivia; three sisters-in-law, Stella Booms, Matilda Depcinski and Rita Shaw; many nieces and nephews. Agnes was preceded in death by her brothers and sisters, Stanley Lemanski and his wife Theresa, Adolph Lemanski and his wife, Helen, Lucy Oparka and her husband, Floyd, Clara Block and her husband William, Leo Lemanski, one son-in-law, Kevin Thompson.
Agnes was born on September 28, 1919 in Minden City to the late Peter and Susan (Sofka) Lemanski. She married August Abraham on June 15, 1946 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Parisville. Agnes attended the Minden City School and received her religious education from St. Mary’s in Parisville. She worked in the creamery in Ruth as a bookkeeper and a butter maker. She was a lifelong parishioner at St. Mary Catholic Church and was a member of the St. Mary Rosary Sodality. She farmed, milked cows and drove cattle trucks. She and August ran two milk routes. Agnes was a carpenter and enjoyed building fences. She also enjoyed planting flowers, puzzles, gardening, canning. Agnes truly enjoyed entertaining, especially having “lunches” and making delectable food for all attending.
Name: Charles W. Piper
Age: 85
Hometown: Harbor Beach
Funeral Date: March 03, 2012
Funeral Service for Charles will be Saturday, March 3, 2012 at 11 am at the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach, with Rev. Dennis Cupery officiating. Burial will follow in Rock Falls Cemetery. Visitation for Charles will be Friday, March 2, from 2-8 pm in the funeral home and on Saturday beginning at 10 am until time of services at 11 am.
He is survived by his children Marilyn Dimick and her husband Donald of Rogers City, and Clifford Piper and his wife Judy of Harbor Beach, daughter-in-law Susan Kolaski, eight grandchildren: Sandra Zick (Walter) Abercrombie, Michael Mosey, Deanna Dimick, Sara Dimick, Nicole Mills, Dustin Piper, Tiffany Piper, and Bradley Piper, and six great grandchildren: Travis, Kenny, William, Abigail, Steven, MacKenzie and Kaylee; sister Lois Rapson of Riley Township and cousin Jean Williams of Westland. Charles was preceded in death by his children: Virginia Ann Piper, and John Wilfred Piper, and sibling Ila Deen Piper Klee
Charles W. Piper Charles W. Piper, age 85 of Harbor Beach, passed away Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at Port Huron Hospital. He was born on August 21, 1926 in his home in Sherman Township, to the late Daniel and Jenny (Emiling) Piper. Charles and RoseMary Kramer were united in marriage on September 26, 1952. She preceded him in death on June 7, 1977. Charles Served in the US Army during World War II, and also as a Merchant Marine on the Great Lakes. He was a member of the Parisville VFW. Charles was a farmer in Sherman Township. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and especially his grandchildren.
Name: William Frederick Winchester
Age: 87
Hometown: Gagetown
Funeral Date: March 02, 2012
Funeral service held 2:00 p.m. Friday, March 2, 2012 in Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City with Debra L. Kranz, Funeral Service Celebrant officiating. Memorials may be made to the Charity of the Donor's Choice. Interment will be in Elkland Township Cemetery. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and stories with the family at www.kranzfuneralhome.com. Visitation: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, March 2, 2012 in Kranz Funeral Home – Cass City Arrangements by Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City, Michigan Debra L. Kranz (989) 872-2195
Bill is survived by his children: Bob Engler of Gagetown, Pamela (Mel) Smith of Bay City; grandchildren: Samantha Smith and Alexandra Smith; sister, June (Willis) Farnum of Pigeon, Jerry (Betty) Winchester of Gagetown; many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by sisters: Norma Fournier, Beulah Hobart, Althea Lorencz, Gwen Sommers, Jane Hudson, Margaret Winchester; brothers: John Winchester, C.L. Winchester, James Winchester, Carlton Winchester.
Bill worked for Automotive Industries in Owendale. He retired from Prestolite in 1988 where he worked as a Millwright. Bill was a lifelong farmer. He was a self taught machinist and enjoyed working in his shop at home. He was a helping hand of the neighborhood fixing projects the neighbors brought by. Bill collected tractors of all types but particularly John Deere tractors. He loved attending engine shows and garage sales. Bill was a man of great faith in the Lord. He was honest and true to his word. He was generous and would give you the shirt off his back. Bill loved and adored his granddaughters.
Name: Gladys M. Anthes
Age: 88
Hometown: Cass City
Funeral Date: March 03, 2012
Funeral service conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 3, 2012, in Kranz Funeral Home of Cass City with Rev. Jackie Roe of Cass City United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be in Elkland Township Cemetery in Cass City. Visitation will be from 2 to 9 p.m. Friday in Kranz Funeral Home of Cass City. Memorials may be made to the family discretionary fund for the benefit of Home and Hospice Advantage or Northwood Meadows. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and stories with the family at www.kranzfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Kranz Funeral Home of Cass City.
Gladys is survived by her husband, Albert Anthes, of Cass City; children, Philip (Sandra) Robinson of Cass City, Larry (Sharon) Robinson of Caro, Kevin (Clarice) Robinson of Ubly, Rebecca (Kevin) O’Connor of Minden City; grandchildren, Annette (Rob) Brown, Gary Robinson, Edward Robinson, Connie (Jerry) Ezell, Vicky Robinson, Laura Robinson, Luanne (Scott) Shaw, Tracy Robinson, Chris Robinson, Danny (Ashlie) O’Connor and Shane O’Connor; great-grandchildren, Brent, Haley, Nora, Evan, Caleb, Derrek, Timmy, Ryan and Zoey; half-sister, Judy Esckilsen of Cass City; brother, Dick (Marilee) Turner of Saginaw; sister, Dorothy Dickinson of Norway; sister-in-law, Marge Dickinson of Cass City; and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her sister, Marion Ozorowicz; and brother, Harlan Dickinson.
Gladys M. Anthes, 88, of Cass City, died following a long illness, Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2012, in Northwood Meadows Medical Care Unit in Cass City. She was born Oct. 30, 1923, in Cass City, to Harold Edward and Mabel Lucille (Albrant) Dickinson. She married Clifford Robinson Feb. 25, 1941, in Ubly. He died Sept. 22, 1986. She later married Albert James Anthes on Sept. 4, 1988, in Cass City. Gladys worked at the former Caro State Hospital, Huron County Medical Care Facility, and Cass City Hospital as a Nurse Attendant. She was a 4-H leader in Huron County for 25 years. She touched and guided many members in so many ways through all 4-H projects. She taught many classes through 4-H for the fairs, talent acts and horse club activities. The most recent clubs being Midnight Riders and Fun Flowers. Gladys loved clowns and clowning. She attended many clown workshops and provided her own workshops for others through 4-H. She was very instrumental in providing entertainment for the Thumb Electric Days in Ubly and Caro Regional Center (Wahjamega). Gladys served as a volunteer at elementary schools in Arcadia, Fla. for many winters. She loved teaching and entertaining and shared this gift with many children in Michigan and in Florida throughout the years. Gladys was a former member of Ubly Presbyterian Church where she taught Sunday School. She attended Cass City United Methodist Church. Gladys was an artist using many mediums for her paintings and drawings including oil paint, watercolors, pencils and charcoals. She took many art classes while in Florida. She wrote many poems and short stories having some published in the Senior News, Michigan Farmer and Christian Magazine.
Name: Harland M. Lounsbury
Age: 87
Hometown: Cass City
Funeral Date: March 01, 2012
Funeral service held 11:00 a.m. Thursday, March 1, 2012 in Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City with Rev. Jackie Roe of Cass City United Methodist Church officiating. Memorials may be made to Rawson Memorial Library or Cass City United Methodist Church. Interment is in Elkland Township Cemetery. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and stories with the family at www.kranzfuneralhome.com. Military honors under the direction of U.S. Army and Cass City VFW Post #3644. Visitation: 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, February 29, 2012 in Kranz Funeral Home – Cass City Masonic service 7 p.m. Wednesday, February 29, 2012 in Kranz Funeral Home - Cass City.
Harland is survived by his grandchildren: Norris (Paula) Lounsbury of Cass City, Elenora Lounsbury of Cass City, Brenda Lounsbury of Cass City; daughter-in-law, Juanita Lounsbury of Gagetown; great grandchildren: Keith, Alex, Cole and Jozie; sisters: Jessie Goodall of Cass City, Vera Brinkman of Southfield, Carol Strecker of Saginaw; many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his son, Norris Lounsbury; brothers: Lyle Lounsbury, Leslie Lounsbury, Lynn Lounsbury, Norris Lounsbury; sister, Ruth Lounsbury.
Harland M. Lounsbury, 87, of Cass City died following a long illness Monday, February 27, 2012 at home with his family by his side. He was born May 10, 1924 at home in Elkland Township to Emory O. and Gladys (Perry) Lounsbury. He married Elenora Bishop June 14, 1942 in Caro. She died June 21, 2004. Harland served in the U.S. Army during World War II serving in Okinawa. When he returned he drove an MMPA milk route before deciding to begin dairy farming on his own. He attended Technical School learning mechanics and later took a job as Service Manager with Auten Ford dealership. He was a member of Tyler Lodge #317 F & AM in Cass City. Harland was a member of the American Legion and Cass City United Methodist Church serving on many committees including the Building Committee. He enjoyed working with his hands and could fix anything. Harland set up a sawmill a few years back and enjoyed the work he did there. He loved his pond and fishing for bass in the pond. He also enjoyed hunting pheasant and especially deer. Harland was an avid reader, particularly of Westerns. He enjoyed watching sports on television especially football and basketball.
Name: Gary David Moore
Age: 48
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: March 02, 2012
Date of Birth: March 10, 1963
Date of Passing: February 27, 2012
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 2, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Bad Axe with Rev. Kenneth Lueke, Pastor officiating.
Gary is survived by his wife, Debra; two children, Eric and Rebecca of Bad Axe; his parents Jim (Ginger) Moore of Kinde and Darlene Moore of Saginaw; three brothers, Rick (Kristy) Moore of Minden City, Mark (Kathy) Case of Canton, Michigan, Brian (Martha) Case of Flushing; two sisters, Debby (Pat) Sackrider of Saginaw and Karen (Mark) Carroll of Romeo; several nieces and nephews.
He graduated from North Huron High School, Class of 1981. He received his Bachelor's Degree in accounting from Ferris State College in 1985. Following college, he was employed at Tower Automotive and then later was employed at Caparo Vehicle Components Inc. for 11 years in Novi, MI. Gary was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church, Bad Axe. He enjoyed coaching his son in Little League Baseball, supporting his daughter at horse shows, along with hunting, fishing, and spending time with family and friends. He was a loving husband, father and son and showed it in many ways by spending as much time as possible with his family.
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