Loraine Makowski

Funeral Information

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, July 15, 2021 at 11 am at St. Isidore Parish – St. Mary Catholic Church in Parisville. Officiating will be Fr. Matthew Frederico. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held on Wednesday July 14, 2021 from 3 – 8 pm at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe or Thursday at the church from 10 am until the service time at 11 am. A Rosary service will be offered on Wednesday evening at 7 pm at the funeral home. If you wish to offer your condolences to Loraine’s family, please go to www.kaufmanfuneralhome.com

Family of the Deceased

Loraine is survived by her three children – Ronald (Sandy) Makowski of Center Line, Sharon (Douglas) Braun of Macomb and Steven Makowski of Center Line. Five grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren as well as many nieces and nephews. One sister – Mary Ann (Fred) Mazure. Loraine was preceded in death by her husband Ernest Makowski. Brother – Frank Gosdzinski. Brother and sister in law – Eugene and Marlene Gosdzinski. Brothers-in-law – Eugene Makowski and Alfred Makowski.

Biography

Loraine E. Makowski, age 91, of Center Line, MI, formerly of Ubly, passed away on Saturday, July 10, 2021. Loraine was born on June 22, 1930 in Ubly, daughter of the late John and Irene (Dudek) Gosdzinski. She married Ernest Makowski on September 17, 1955. Loraine enjoyed playing cards, polka dancing, traveling, crossword puzzles, and visiting family and friends.

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Robert Dast

Funeral Information

Funeral services will be 11:00am Saturday, July 24th at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church-Berne with Rev. Steve Neuman officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 2-8 Friday, July 23rd at the Champagne Funeral Chapel and one hour prior to the service Saturday in church. Memorials may be made to St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church-Berne. www.ChampagneFuneralChapel.com

Family of the Deceased

Bob is survived by his wife Mary; daughter Barbara (John) Geer of Monroe and son Carl (Emily) of Mt. Pleasant; grandchildren Meghan (Rick) Goltowski, Erin Geer, Keith, Kevin and Katey Dast; step-grandchildren John (Michelle) Geer, Jessica (Tye) Rod, and Keghan Jensen; great-grandchildren Maisyn and Rowen Goltowski; step-great-grandchildren Ethan, Bradan, and Riley Rod, Cadynce and Madalyn Geer; sister-in-law Florence (Gerald) Decker of Bay City. He was preceded in death by brothers Richard and Leon Dast.

Biography

Robert Junior Dast, 95, of Pigeon, passed away Friday, July 9, 2021 at Scheurer Hospital Long Term Care in Pigeon. Bob was born November 5, 1925 in Bay Port to the late Carl and Alice (Jaster) Dast. He attended Quarry Country School through the 6th grade and graduated from Bay Port High School in 1944 as valedictorian. He entered the US Army on July 11, 1944 training at Camp Roberts, California in heavy weapons. From there he traveled by ship to the island of Leyte in the Philippines. He was assigned to the First Field Hospital. He received an honorable discharge on July 29, 1946. In 1952 he became a member of St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church- Berne. On June 29, 1957 he married Mary M. Diebel at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church-Berne. He was employed by the Wallace Stone Quarry, retiring in 1991 after 43 years of employment.

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Dale Breismiester Sr.

Funeral Information

A grave side service will be 11:00am Friday, July 9th at Caseville Twp Cemetery. Champagne Funeral Chapel is handling the arrangements. Memorials may be made to the family.

Family of the Deceased

Dale is survived by his wife of 28 years Tina; children Dale Jr. (Jamie Stager) of Caseville, Chad of Bay Port, Cory of Caseville, Nathan (Alivia) of Bad Axe and Bethany (Keegan) Keillor of Elkton; grandchildren Dezera, Chelsey, Logan, Miles, Aiden and Kaylee; sister Eva Karl of Caseville, brother Daniel (Bonnie) of Elkton, sister-in-law Cathy of Caseville; many nieces and nephews whom he loved. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Dave, and sisters Mary Ann Bailey and Sharon Bailey.

Biography

Dale Paul Breismiester Sr., 63, of Bad Axe, passed away Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at home under hospice care. Dale was born June 21, 1958 in Pigeon to the late Nelson and Theresa (Guster). He grew up and attended school in Caseville. He enjoyed working on cars, racing, hunting, fishing and spending time with his family.

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Theresa Hund

Funeral Information

Funeral Service Sunday 11 am at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Online guestbook www.wintfuneralhome.com.

Family of the Deceased

Beloved wife of Richard for 48 years. Loving mother of Eric Hund, Scott (Sara) Hund and Tracy (Kenny) Smith. Adored daughter of Josephine Wolschlager. Proud grandma of Avery, Allyson, Evan and Emily. Dear sister of Rosemary (Jerry) Stephenson, Clarence (Barb) Wolschlager, Joann (Gary) Osantowski, Dennis (Kelly) Wolschlager, Mark Wolschlager and Gary Wolschlager. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Preceded in death by her father Joseph Wolschlager and sister Paulette (Jeff) Maurer.

Biography

Theresa M. Hund, Age 70 of Clarkston, Passed away on July 7th, 2021. Theresa graduated from Central Michigan University. She was a longtime Library Tech for the Stepanski Early Childhood Center.

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Marion Messing

Funeral Information

Mass of Christian burial will be 11:00 am Saturday, July 10 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Holy Apostles Parish in Ruth. Rev. Matthew Federico will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be at the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly on Friday from 2:00-8:00 pm and Saturday at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church from 9:30-10:45 am. There will be a joint rosary recited by the Christian Mothers and the Daughters of Isabella Friday evening at 7:00 pm at the funeral home. Please consider making your donation to Marion’s family, care of her dear husband, Joe. Please visit www.smigielskifuneralhomes.com to express your sympathy and sign the guest book for Marion’s family.

Family of the Deceased

Marion is survived by her husband of 68 years, Joe; her children, Marilyn (Robert) Klee of Minden City, Paul (Elise) Messing of Williamston, Douglas (Debora) Messing of Ruth, David (Julie) Messing of Deckerville; Suzanne (Melvin) Holdwick of Ruth, Mildred (Barry) Sebald of Bay City; 20 grandchildren, Melissa (Larry) Rice, Kevin (Tracy) Klee, Kimberly (Adam) Fetting, Tricia (Matthew) White, Adam (Pam) Klee, Rebecca (Evan) Haigler, Gregory (Kristin) Messing, Gina (Adam) Schmidt, Bradley (Corissa) Messing, Laura (Robert) Messing, Lindsey (Brian) VanMeter, Curtis (Lana) Messing, Gary (Becky) Messing, Wesley (Marlana) Messing, Emily (David) Dupuis, Sarah (Christopher) Tyrrell, Mitchell (Ashley) Holdwick, Ryan (Katie) Sebald, Shannon (Cory) Sebald, Kyle (Stephanie) Sebald; 43 great grandchildren with two more on the way; one brother, Jerome Kolar; three sisters, Rose Mary Messing, Jane Gentner and Betty (Don) Schumacher; brothers-in-law, Arnold Messing, Robert (Judy) Messing; sister-in-law, Joyce Messing. Marion was preceded in death by her parents, David and Helen Kolar; infant son, Albert, father-in-law and mother-in-law, Clarence and Margaret Messing; sister, Theresa (Richard) Glass; in-laws, Lucille Kolar, Duane Gentner, Russell Messing, Catherine (Howard) Essenmacher, Mary Messing, Lucy (David) Boggs, Michael Messing, Marie Messing.

Biography

Mrs. Marion B. Messing, 89 of Ruth passed away Wednesday, July 7, 2021 with her family by her side while at the Lakeview Extended Care Facility in Harbor Beach. Marion was a lifelong parishioner of Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Holy Apostles Parish in Ruth where she served on the school board and parish council. She was also a member and past president of the Christian Mothers and was crowned Mama Ruth Queen in 2000. Marion also served on the Harbor Beach School Board for many years. She was the president of the Country Sunshine Ladies group, president of the local extension group and an active member of the Red Hat Society and the Daughters of Isabella Fidelis Regina Circle #608. Marion was an avid quilter. Her talent for designing and putting colors together benefited her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren by keeping them warm at night with one the many quilts she made throughout the years. She also shared her love of quilting with many others by teaching classes in her home for 30 years. Joe and Marion enjoyed traveling together, especially the comradery and fun with their card club friends. Marion cherished most of all her time with her family, her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren being her pride and joy.

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Rev. Hays Wiltshire Jr.

Funeral Information

Funeral Services for Hays will be Sunday, July 11, 2021 at 4 pm at First Presbyterian Church of Harbor Beach with Rev. Connie Sassanella officiating. Burial will take place Monday, at White Chapel Cemetery, Troy, Michigan. Visitation will at the church on Sunday, beginning at 2 pm until time of services at 4 pm. Arrangements are by the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com

Family of the Deceased

He is survived by his son Charles Wiltshire of Grand Haven, daughter Sherry Wiltshire of Shelbyville, MI, nieces and nephews: Marilyn KNak of Burtchville, Richard Knak of Burtchville, Eric Von Oeyen of Kalamazoo, and grandchildren: Zachery, Samantha Tyler and Kaylee.

Biography

Rev. Hays Wiltshire, Jr., age 90 of Harbor Beach passed away Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at Covenant Medical Center in Saginaw. He was born on January 16, 1931 in Jackson, Mississippi to the late Hays & Sara (Berry) Wiltshire, Sr. Hays and Charlotte Knak were united in marriage on June 27, 1957 in Detroit. She preceded him in death on February 17, 2014. He was a minister of various churches in Michigan and in the thumb, and was former pastor of the First Presbyterian Church in Harbor Beach. He was a graduate of Hillsdale College. He was a member of the Port Hope Train Depot, and was an avid model train enthusiast. He was an active stamp collector and enjoyed computer games and living at the lake.

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John Gorney

Funeral Information

Visitation Friday, 3-8:00pm, July 9, 2021 at Querfeld Funeral Home, 1200 Oakwood Blvd. Dearborn, MI 48124. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 7023 Merrifield, Virginia, 22116-7023 are appreciated. This obituary is also listed on our website: https://www.querfeldfuneralhome.com/obituaries/John-P-Gorney?obId=21635833#/obituaryInfo

Family of the Deceased

Beloved husband of Diane. Loving father of Karen (Dennis) McGinn, Bob (Rebecca) Gorney, Beth (Scott) Freeman, Tom (Jean) Brackett, Pat (Barbara) Brackett, Mike (Lori) Brackett, Jim (Laura Woodman) Brackett, William Brackett, and the late Bill (Barb) Gorney. Dear grandfather of 13 and great grandfather of 5. Brother of Carol Ann (Gary) Hunt. Uncle of Jim (Tammy) Hunt.

Biography

John P. Gorney passed away on July 6, 2021. at the ge 79.

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Ronald Sweeney

Funeral Information

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, July 12, 2021 at 11 am at Good Shepard Parish – St. Columbkille Catholic Church at Sheridan Corner. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be on Sunday, July 11, 2021 from 2 – 8 pm at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe or Monday at the church from 10 am until the service time at 11 am. If you wish to offer your condolences to Ron’s family, please go to www.kaufmanfuneralhome.com

Family of the Deceased

He is survived by three daughters:  Pam (Brian) Peters of Cass City, Kelly (Lonnie) Schulz of Pigeon, and Katie (Joseph) Fasel of Wyoming, Michigan.  He is survived by his three daughters along with his four favorite people in the world, grandchildren Crystal Schaible of Rochester Hills, and Olivia, Lauren, and Logan Peters of Cass City.   Also surviving are siblings Jerry Sweeney of Ubly, Dean (Susan Mardlin) Sweeney of Ubly, Bernie (Mary) Sweeney of Harbor Beach, Theresa (Tom) Polega of Kinde and Donna Nunamann of Middleburgh, New York, and many nieces and nephews.His wife Joanne preceded him in death, as well his parents-in-law, Willard and Helen Ellicott of Owendale, and sisters-in-law Judy Sowden of Owendale and Barb Sweeney of Ubly.

Biography

Ronald J. Sweeney, affectionately known as “Grumpa” to his family, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, July 6, 2021.  He was 72 Years old. Ron was born in Cass City, Michigan, to the late James B. And Virginia (Sowden) Sweeney, the eldest of 6 children.  He married Joanne (Ellicott) Sweeney on October 25th, 1969. Ron worked his entire career with Tower Automotive in machine repair.  Throughout his life he enjoyed time working on his homestead, raising some animals in the distant past, growing a large garden and always keeping his lawn well-manicured.  As of late, his favorite hobby was baseball practice with his grandson Logan in a large section of his yard that he mowed especially for the game.  He called it his field of dreams. 

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Kenneth Periso

Funeral Information

A graveside service will take place at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 10, 2021 at Colfax Township Cemetery with Rev. William O’Nan officiating. Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com

Family of the Deceased

He is survived by his siblings: Alan (Cathy) Periso, Valerie Miller, David (Melissa) Periso and Rodney Periso; his nieces and nephews: Allison Periso, Jacob Periso, Brian Periso, Tina Periso Schutte, Kim Harner, Melissa Harner and Craig Miller. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Marie Periso and a baby sister.

Biography

Kenneth M. Periso, 68, of Filion, passed away at his residence on July 5, 2021. He was born in Detroit, Michigan on March 27, 1953 to the late Elmer and Marie (Hudzinski) Periso. Kenneth worked at Tower Automotive for many years as a tool & die maker. He enjoyed working on his hobby farm.

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Kurt Young

Funeral Information

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, July 9, 2021 at 11 am at St. Hubert Parish – Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bad Axe. Friends may call for visitation on Thursday, July 8, 2021 from 2 -8 pm at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe or Friday at the church from 10 am until the service time at 11 am. If you wish to offer your condolences to Kurt’s family, please go to www.kaufmanfuneralhome.com

Family of the Deceased

Kurt is survived by his son – Brent Jimpkoski (Karleigh Irion) of Elkton. Daughters – Calie and Kirsten Young of Bad Axe. Granddaughter – Emily Jimpkoski of Elkton. Father – Gary (Wendy) Young of Elkton. Mother – Diane Kosinski Young of Elkton and fiancé Dennis Horetski of Pt. Austin. Brother – Gary (Gayleen) Young of Arizona. Grandmother – Ethaleen Ritter of Filion. Aunts – Sharon (Jim) Andrews of Oklahoma, Janet (Thomas) O’Brian of Oklahoma, Rose (Bill) Chappel of Bad Axe, Sandie (Randy) Haley of Bad Axe, and Brenda (Clayton “Cap”) Pethers of Kinde. Uncles – Daniel “Boom” Kosinski of Filion and special friend Margaret Perdue of Kinde, Mike (Vicki) Ritter of Kinde, Dennis Ritter and special friend Carol Schipinski of Kinde, Mark Ritter and special friend Dena Holz of Kinde, and Steve Ritter of Kinde. Godparents – Melinda Osantoski of Bad Axe and David Ritter of Cass City. His best friend – Brock (Sue) Heck of Bad Axe. Kurt was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents – George and Rhea Young. Maternal grandfather – Rudolph Kosinski. Maternal step-grandfather – James Ritter.

Biography

Kurt Edward Young, age 42, of Filion, passed away after a short illness on Monday, July 5, 2021 at McLaren Lapeer Region Hospital with his family by his side. Kurt was born on September 28, 1978 at Huron Memorial Hospital in Bad Axe. Kurt graduated from Laker High School in May of 1996. He worked at Thumb Tool and Engineering for 25 years as a production CAD manager. He enjoyed his job and being with his family and friends. He was a fun loving easy going person who enjoyed life to the fullest. Everyone enjoyed being around him. He will be missed dearly by family and friends. His children say they will always miss his laugh.

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Edwin Jaworski

Funeral Information

A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday July 9, 2021, at 11am at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Dwight Township. Visitation will take place Thursday from 2-8pm at the Knoblock Funeral Home in Kinde and on Friday from 10am until the time of service at the Church. Burial will follow in the Church Cemetery. A Rosary will be held Thursday evening at 7pm at the funeral home.

Family of the Deceased

Ed is survived by his wife, Christine; his daughters, Terry Lynn Jaworski and special friend, Steve Hanson of Bad axe and LouAnn (John) Learman of Harbor Beach; his granddaughter, Tiffany Jaworski and her Fiance’ Jason Graffka of Saginaw; and his nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his In-Laws, Clements Palach, Stan and Genny Kondziolka, Jerry and Josephine Kliener, and many cousins. He was preceded in death by his son, Richard J. Jaworski and his brother, Donald Jaworski. A special thanks to Sister Judy O’Brien, Fr. Carolyn, and McLaren Hospice for their comfort and support.

Biography

Edwin Jaworski, 78, of Filion, died Sunday, July 4, 2021, at his home while under the care of McLaren Hospice. Edwin’s family was by his bed when he, peacefully, went to meet his Lord. He was born September 2, 1942, in Dwight Township, the son of the late Sylvester and Rose (Polega) Jaworski. He married Christine Palach on July 3,, 1965, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Parisville. Ed worked on the family farm most of his life. He was employed at Active Manufacturing in Pigeon, U.S. Manufacturing, and Harbor Beach Wire. He also cut grass at the St. Edward’s Cemetery. Ed loved horses and owned some until his time of death. He was a member of the Indian Trails Riding Club where especially enjoyed the Rodeo and trail rides. Ed enjoyed church festivals and dancing with his wife, Chris to Polkas and Oberek. His music of choice was definitely Country. Other hobbies of Ed’s include caring for the landscaping of his house and yard and one of his true pleasures was driving his wife, Chris, to and from work.

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Michele Largent

Funeral Information

A memorial service will be 11:00am, Wednesday, July 28th at the Champagne Funeral Chapel in Pigeon.

Family of the Deceased

She is survived by sons Andrew, Josh, Jordan and Marcus; grandsons Jackson and Hudson; brothers Jeff (Becky) Largent and Edward (Jess) Wright; husband Steven Flores; step-sister Dena Flores and Dorrie Auvil. She was preceded in death by her parents, grandparents Frank and Debbie Collom.

Biography

Michele L. Largent, 50, of Minden City, formerly of Unionville, passed away Saturday, July 3, 2021 at Covenant Hospital in Saginaw. Michele was born August 25, 1970 in Pontiac to the late David and Susan (Collom) Largent. She grew up in Lake Orion, raised her young family in Pontiac, then moved to Unionville. She has lived with her brother in Minden City for the past 10 years. Michele was a devoted mother to her sons. She enjoyed camping, the outdoors and her beloved dog Mindy.

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Dorothy Harris

Funeral Information

Funeral service for Dorothy will be held on Monday, July 5, 2021 at 6:00 pm at the Kaufman Funeral Home, 84 Westland Dr., Bad Axe. Officiating will be Pastor Kenneth Lueke. Friends and family may call for visitation from 2:00 pm until the service time at 6:00 pm. Per Dorothy’s wishes, cremation will follow the service. Memorials may be offered to Our Savior Lutheran Church in Bad Axe. If you wish to offer your condolences to Dorothy’s family, please go to www.kaufmanfuneralhome.com

Family of the Deceased

Dorothy is survived by her daughters – Shirley (John) Mesch of Traverse City, Barbara Paicz of New Haven, Betty (Jerry) Brade of Bad Axe, Patsy (Terry) Miller of Port Hope, and Sue (Frank) Kennamer of Bad Axe, Son-in-law – David (Charlotte) Kosinski of California. 21 Grandchildren. 31 Great-grandchildren. 1 Great-great-grandchild. Brother – Larry Konkel. Sister – Julia Konkel. One very special person – Trina Allor (Caregiver) Dorothy was preceded in death by her son – David Paicz and daughters Katie Harris and Charlotte (Harris) Kosinski. Brothers – Joseph and Stanley Konkel. Sister – Alfreda (Konkel) Gile. Half-sisters – Sophie (Konkel) Peters and Irene (Konkel) Smielewski. Sisters-in-law – Eileen and Norma Konkel. Son-in-law – Terry (Charles) Miller. Great-grandson – Ethan McNeil. Baby brother – Carl, baby sisters – Joanna and Margaret and half baby brother – Mattis.

Biography

Dorothy Ann (Konkel) Harris, age 94, of Bad Axe, passed away peacefully at her home under Heartland Hospice Care surrounded by her family on Thursday, July 1, 2021 Dorothy was born in Detroit on September 22, 1926, daughter of the late John and Josephine (Obara) Konkel. She grew up in the Ubly/Austin Center area. Dorothy was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Bad Axe. She worked multiple jobs, including Gainor Meat Packing, Hamill Seat Belt, the pickle factory and then worked at the Huron Daily Tribune until retirement. Most of all she worked hard to raise her young family. Dorothy loved to bowl, play cards, garage sales, putting puzzles together, dancing the polka, watching Tiger baseball, but most of all, she loved being around family.

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Carolyn Pedler

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Funeral services will be 4:00pm Friday, July 2nd at the Champagne Funeral Chapel with Rev. Karen Bouverette officiating. Interment will be in Grand Lawn Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1:00pm Friday until the time of the service. Memorials may be made to the family. www.ChampagneFuneralChapel.com

Family of the Deceased

Carolyn is survived by her children Dennis (Laura) of Jeddo, Cheri (Ronald) Peyerk of Filion and Doug (Lynette) of Caseville; 10 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her brother Duane Drummond.

Biography

Carolyn Leona Pedler, 88, of Caseville, passed away Wednesday, June 30, 2021 at Huron County Medical Care Facility in Bad Axe, surrounded by her loved ones and caretakers as she passed to reunite with her husband James (Jim) Pedler and daughter Sharon Fisher in heaven. Carolyn was born February 23, 1933 in Bad Axe to the late Earl and Evelyn (Stewart) Drummond. On May 5, 1951 Jim and Carolyn were united in marriage at the Caseville R.L.D.S. Church; he preceded her in death September 29, 2011. She was a proud homemaker who tended to her home, farm and family’s needs. She loved everything about life, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. There was nothing she wouldn’t do for them, she loved them with every inch of her being. Carolyn was a member at the Owendale Community of Christ Church. She and Jim were well known for Polka dancing.

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Harley Faber

Funeral Information

Visitation will be Wednesday, June 30, 2021 at Juengel-Mellendorf Funeral Home in Sebewaing from 2-9pm. The funeral will be Thursday, July 1, 2021 at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Bach. Visitation will begin at 10am until the time of service at 11am. Burial will be at the church cemetery. Memorial donations may be given to St. Peter’s Lutheran Church or the ACW Ambulance. Share a memory at www.jmfuneralhome.com

Family of the Deceased

Harley is survived by his wife, Rose; 2 sons: Randy (Sue) Faber of Unionville and Daryl (Marlene) Faber of Sebewaing; grandchildren: Mike (Jolene) Faber, Jenny Matthews, Shaun (Erika) Faber, Emily Faber and Chelsea (special friend Corbin Thompson) Faber; great granddaughter, Macie Matthews; sisters: Jean Fisher, Rose Naffien, Joyce Haley and Karen (Don) Weisenbach; and several nieces and nephews. Harley is preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law, Arthur Fisher.

Biography

Harley Lyle Faber, age 81, of Sebewaing, passed away peacefully Tuesday, June 29, 2021. Harley was born July 30, 1939, in Huron County, to Lyle N. and E. Alice (Fritz) Faber. He is a 1957 graduate of Sebewaing High School. He married the love of his life, Rose M. Kemp on September 16, 1961 at St. Peters Lutheran Church in Bach. Harley worked for Sebewaing Concrete for 29 years. He then started his own masonry business, Faber Masonry in 1985, semi-retiring in 2008. Harley deeply loved his wife and his family. He also enjoyed ice fishing for perch and working puzzles. He was the #1 fan and scorekeeper for the Detroit Tigers. Harley was actively involved in every aspect at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church.

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Ralph Cass

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Funeral services will be 11:00am Thursday, July 1st at Son’s Life Missionary Church in Sebewaing with Rev. Brian Reinhardt officiating. Burial will be in Christian Memorial Cemetery, Rochester Hills. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service in church. Memorials may be made to Toni & Trish House, PO Box 125, Auburn, MI 48611. www.ChampagneFuneralChapel.com

Family of the Deceased

Tom is survived by his wife N. Lyvonne; son Richard Cass of Georgia; step-daughters Alana Sue Fowler of Georgia and Amber (Michael) Angona of Clarkston; daughter-in-law Tammie Cass of Kentucky; 8 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren; sister Judy (Gary) Wantz of California and brother Otto Cass of Ohio. He was preceded in death by his first wife Barbara, parents, step-father Gene Cass, son Robert, and two brothers.

Biography

Rev. Ralph Thomas Cass, 79, of Sebewaing, passed away Monday, June 28, 2021 at Toni and Trish Hospice Home in Auburn. Tom was born February 14, 1942 in Cripple Creek, Colorado to the late William and Dagmar (Young) Sythoff. After serving in the US Navy, he moved to Pontiac, Michigan. In 1989 he retired from General Motors-Fischer Body in Pontiac. He married Lyvonne Walls Hughes on April 19, 1997. They moved to Tennessee for 5 years and then to the Thumb in 2002, first to Caseville and later Sebewaing. In retirement he began a second career in ministry, pastoring Faith Bible Baptist Church in Sebewaing and as a chaplain for Huron County Jail. He is a member of Son’s Life Missionary Church in Sebewaing.

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Carolyn Wooster

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A funeral service will be held on 11 a.m. Monday, July 5, 2021 at MacAlpine Mac Chapel in Bad Axe, Michigan. Visitation will be held from 10:30 a.m. until time of service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Carolyn’s name to Special Olympics Michigan (Special Olympics Michigan, 160 68th St. SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49548. Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com

Family of the Deceased

She is survived by her children: John (Cecile) Wooster and Gaylene Wooster; her grandchildren: Timothy (Kristin) Hileman, Alexis and John Wooster; her great-grandchildren: Aaron, Leah, and Eli Hileman; her sisters: Jean Vaughan and Donna Jenkins; her sisters-in-law: Shirley Case, Ardith Wooster and Rennie Wooster; and her many nieces and nephews.

Biography

Carolyn T. Wooster “Connie, 95, of Pigeon, Michigan passed away on June 27, 2021. She was born in Detroit, Michigan on December 21, 1925 to the late Sarah (Swackhammer) and Galen Case. In February 1946, Connie married Jack Wooster, her childhood sweetheart. They raised their two children in Royal Oak. Together they shared a love of family, the outdoors, and their beloved Springer Spaniels. Jack preceded her in death in 2004. In response to a nursing shortage during World War II, Connie became a cadet nurse at Grace Hospital in Detroit. She went on to work as a surgical nurse and then a public health nurse in Oakland County. She graduated from Wayne State University with a degree in special education, and worked with physically or otherwise handicapped children. She taught for 13 years in Royal Oak Schools. During their retirement in Bay Port, Connie loved working in her flower beds, listening to big band music, feeding birds, and watching tennis on T.V. She was a devoted wife and a magical mother and grandmother. Thoughtful and creative to the core, she brought a mix of joy, excitement and anticipation to every birthday and holiday. Taking care of her family was her greatest joy in life.

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Patrick Adams

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Funeral Services will be 11:00am Tuesday, June 29th at Hayes United Methodist Church with Rev. Don Wojewski officiating. Burial will be in Grand Lawn Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-8 Monday at the Champagne Funeral Chapel in Pigeon. The family would like to thank DaVita Dialysis and Heartland Hospice for their professional and compassionate care during his illness. Memorials may be made to the Hayes United Methodist Church.

Family of the Deceased

He is survived by his wife of 48 years Edna; sons Paul P. (Kelly) Adams of Bad Axe and David A. (Stephanie Arndt) of Memphis; Stephanie’s daughter Amber Jewitt of Port Huron; sister Debra (Jerry) Ponton of Kansas; sisters-in-law Alice Adams of Texas, Marie Rachuba of Bay City, Rose (Harry) Kelly of Fenton and Norma (Ted) Jaskowski of Presque Isle; brothers-in-law Peter (Ella) Karle of Owendale and Don (Kathy) Karle of Caseville; nieces and nephews Matthew, April, Michelle, Tim, Michelle, Renee, Holly, Tom, Christina, Jennifer, TJ, Jeff, Patty, Vicky and Wendy; and his lap dog Samuel Adams. He was preceded in death by his parents, in-laws Peter and Mary Karle, Sr, brother Mike Adams, niece Kim Fluker, and brother-in-law Barry Rachuba.

Biography

Patrick A. Adams, 68, of Kinde passed away Saturday, June 26, 2021 at home with his family by his side after a 25 year battle with diabetes. Patrick was born January 11, 1953 in Bay City to the late James W. and Ruth A. (Ludwig) Adams. He grew up on the south side of Bay City and was a 1971 graduate of Bay City Central High School. On June 17, 1972 he met the love of his life and soulmate, Edna Mae Karle. The two were married December 9, 1972 in Elkton. Patrick hired into Tower Automotive (formerly Active Industries) on August 30, 1972. He retired on July 1, 2019, two months shy of 47 years, due to health problems. He was a member of Hayes United Methodist Church in Pigeon. Patrick enjoyed reading, rooting for the Tigers and Lions, playing poker and board games, watching movies and coin collecting.

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Donna Cross

Funeral Information

Cremation has taken place and no services are planned at this time. Those planning an expression may wish to consider memorial contributions to the Family Discretionary Fund, c/o Jeff Simmons, 205 West Sherman Street, Caro,, MI 48723. 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.

Family of the Deceased

Donna is survived by five children and their spouses, Ray & Donna Simmons of Port Austin, Jeff & Karie Simmons of Caro, Tracy Gainforth, Robin & Jon Mauer of Tennessee, Keith Cross of Caro; thirteen grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; siblings and spouses, Leslie, Jr. & Bev Simmons, Richard Simmons; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Donna was preceded in death by two siblings, Henry Simmons and Rose Stiebe.

Biography

Donna J. (Simmons) Cross of Caro, age 82, passed away on Saturday, June 26, 2021 at the Tuscola County Medical Care Community in Caro. Donna was born March 30, 1939 in Dwight Township, the daughter of the late Leslie and Hazel (Carson) Simmons and was a 1957 graduate of Elkton High School. She was employed as an attendant nurse at the Caro Center for over twenty-five years. Donna volunteered with the American Legion and also with the Department of Health and Human Services as a driver. She enjoyed bingo, scratch off lottery, tending to her flower gardens, and most importantly, spending time with her grandchildren.

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Anthony Koroleski Jr.

Funeral Information

Funeral services will be 11am on Wednesday, June 30, 2021 at St. Edwards, Catholic Church, Kinde, with Fr. Craig Carolan officiating. Burial will be at St. Edward’s cemetery with Military honors. Visitation will be at MacAlpine Gage Chapel in Kinde on Tuesday 3-9 pm. and also in church, prior to service beginning at 10 am. The family would like to thank McLaren Thumb Region Hospital, Huron Medical Care Facility and Compassus Hospice. Memorials may be offered to be used at the family’s discretion. Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com

Family of the Deceased

Anthony is survived by his wife Jacqueline, of 67 years, children: Linda (Patrick) Mitchell of Hudsonville, James (Cathy Jimpkoski) of Caseville, Karen (Larry) Vigenski of Kinde, Brenda (Kenneth) Church of Kinde, Steven (Mitzi) Korolesk of Kinde, Alan Koroleski of Kinde, Valerie (Mike Warczinsky) Koroleski of Palms, Denise (Leigh Langenburg) Grifka of Ubly, and Michelle Robinson of Zeeland; son-in law, Paul Guza of Deckerville, and foster daughter in-law, Monika Iaccovacci of Fredericksburg, VA. He is also survived by his sister, Joann Rutkoski of Ocala, FL and In-laws: Monica Hyzer of Filion, Mary (Robert) Moore of Burton, David (Diane) Hyzer of Bad Axe, Deborah Hyzer of Bad Axe, Catherine (Raymond) Rayl of Howell, Joan (Jim) Opperman of Portland, Beverly (Joseph)Stanley of Boyne City. Grandchildren: Andrew Mitchell, Michael Mitchell, Benjamin Mitchell, Emily Boeve, Jeffrey Koroleski, Kaitlyn Fitzgerald, Chandi Vigenski, Aaron Vigenski, Ryan Vigenski, Jason Church, Nicole O’Connor, Chelsea Volmering, Kyle Koroleski, Devin Koroleski, Jessie Maurer, Jaclyn Stanitzek, Alayna Guza, Madisyn Guza, Kinsley Warczinsky, Jenna Pagel, Jamie Booms, Jerry Grifka, Grace Grifka,  Austin Robinson, their spouses, and 22 great grandchildren; also many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and in-laws J.Wilford and Virginia Hyzer, foster-son John Iaccovacci; sons in-law David Grifka and Darrell Robinson. Siblings: Jerome and RuthAnn Koroleski, Irvin and Dorothy Stockoski, Felix and Virginia Koroleski, Tom and Matilda Fisher, Genevieve Koroleski, Frederick Koroleski, Louis Koroleski and Mary Jane Fillingham. In-laws: Dale Hyzer, Sharon and Donald Smith, and Ronald Hyzer.

Biography

Anthony Koroleski Jr., lifelong farmer, 93 of Dwight Twp., Kinde, Michigan, passed away Saturday, June 26, 2021, with his family by his side, at Huron Medical Care Facility following a stroke. Anthony was born at home, in Dwight Twp., on January 20, 1928, to Gertrude (Miller/Krzeszewski), and Anthony Koroleski Sr. He attended Kelly School, Dwight Twp., and was a championship soccer player and was an A student He graduated in 8th grade, and returned to the family farm on Kinde Rd. In December 1950, he was drafted to the U.S. Army, trained in Fort Hood, TX. He rode a ship to Heidelberg, Germany and served thru 1952 during the Korean Conflict as a jeep driver and was top secret messenger to the higher ranks. He was Honorably discharged from Fort Custer, Battle Creek, MI. Anthony thereafter went to Detroit to work at Dodge Main, with his brother Fred; then worked a short time at Active Industries, Elkton. He met the love of his life, Jacqueline Hyzer, and was married at St. Felix Catholic church, in 1954. He dairy farmed with his wife and children until 1984; then cattle and crop farmed until he was 84 years old. He went to work at Gemini Plastics, Ubly, and worked with Ed Goretski at his shop until his retirement. He and Jackie wintered in Bullhead City, AZ, and in Ocala, FL. Anthony was a shareholder of the Farmer’s Co-Operative Grain Company, a member of Annunciation of the Lord parish, and an usher for many years at St. Edwards Parish.  Was a member of the VFW, Kinde Post, and Port Austin American Legion. Played golf and shuffle board with friends and his kids, loved to read and learn, gardening and roses. He loved his wife and family most of all, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Enjoyed farming, crop checking, a short one of whiskey with anyone who stopped by, western movies, military movies, and supporting the veterans of the U.S. services, as well as children services across the country.

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Milton Nehring

Funeral Information

A celebration of life will be 11:00am Saturday, July 10th at Thumb Billies, 130 N. Farver Road, Elkton. Champagne Funeral Chapel is handling the arrangements.

Family of the Deceased

Butch is survived by his children Lori (Jeff) Rifenbark of Bad Axe and Julie (Mike) Weiderhold of Elkton; grandchildren Alan, Adam, Aaron, Crystal, Faith (Johnny), Julia and Mary; great-granddaughter Kinzee; sister Kathleen Krug and brother Clifford (Lori) Nehring; the mother of her daughters Sharon Nehring of Owendale. He was preceded in death by his step-mother Margaret and brother-in-law Norman Krug.

Biography

Milton S. “Butch” Nehring, 78 of Bad Axe, passed away Saturday, June 26, 2021 at Vadavilla AFC in Unionville. Butch was born December 5, 1942 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to the late Martin and Inez (Pieffle) Nehring. He moved to Michigan in 1964. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and woodworking. He was a former member of the Elkton Jaycee’s and Elkton Ambulance. He loved spending time with his family.

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