Dennis Jimpkoski

Funeral Information

Funeral Mass for Dennis Jimpkoski will be on Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 11:00 am in St. Michael Catholic Church of the Annunciation of the Lord Parish, Port Austin, MI. Visitation will be at the Knoblock Funeral Home in Kinde, MI on Wednesday from 2:00 – 8:00 pm. Cremation has taken place.

Family of the Deceased

Dennis is survived by his wife, Cathy, two daughters, Dena (Bill) Hurren of Kinde,MI and Amanda (Terrence Rundell) Jimkoski of Kinde, MI; his grandchildren, Brent Jimpkoski, Madilyn Jimkoski, and James Rundell, and his brother and sisters, Betty (Jim) Wright, LA; Patricia Jahn, Port Austin, MI; Gerald (Marlene) Jimpkoski, Port Austin; Dale (Brenda) Jimpkoski, Port Austin. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Darcy. Also surviving are his inlaws: Harold (Darlene) Heilig, Jeff (Brenda) Heilig, Harold (Brenda) Heilig, Dawn (Dave) Ventline, Steven Heilig, Nickolas Heilig, and several nieces and nephews.

Biography

Dennis D. Jimpkoski, 59 of Hume Township, MI died October 13, 2016. He was born October 3, 1957 in Bad Axe Michigan, the son of Edward and Agnes (Leavine) Jimpkoski. Dennis and Cathy L. Heilig were married on July 1, 1978 in St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Port Austin, MI. He was an avid fan of the Detroit Tigers, the Detroit Lions, and NASCAR. He owned and loved his 1969 Chevy Camaro and enjoyed taking Sunday drives and playing golf. He was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church of the Annunciation of the Lord Parish in Port Austin,MI where he served as an usher. He had a special place in his heart for his dogs, Bella and Daisy. Most of all, he loved his children and grandchildren.

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Maxine Kauffman

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The committal service will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, October 17, 2016 at Pigeon River Mennonite Cemetery, with memorial service at the Pigeon River Church at 11:00 a.m. Pastor David T. Maurer and Pastor Tom Beachy will officiate. Memorials may be made to Pigeon River Mennonite Church or the Gideons. Please share memories online at MeyersieckBussemaFuneralHome.com VISITATION AT PIGEON RIVER MENNONITE CHURCH: Sunday, October 16 2-8 p.m. Monday, October 17 10 a.m. until service at 11 a.m.

Family of the Deceased

In addition to her husband, W. Clayton, she is survived by her daughter, Tricia Fritz (special friend Valarian Kanaby) of Bad Axe and her son, Terry Kauffman of Wonder Lake, Illinois; grandsons, Dominic Rosenthal, Colton Rosenthal, and Camryn Fritz; brothers, Lowell (Sue) Miller of Knoxville, Tennessee and Leland (Dorothy) Miller of Goshen, Indiana; many nieces and nephews; special friends and neighbor, Kristie and Mike Steele; and brothers-in-law, Carl (Doreen) Kauffman of Haleyville, Alabama and Lynn (Susie) Kauffman of Middlebury, Indiana. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Martha Miller; in-laws, William and Alta Kauffman; and brother-in-law, John Kauffman.

Biography

Maxine F. Kauffman, 74 of Pigeon, passed away at home on Thursday, October 13, 2016 while under hospice care. She was born to Earl L. and Martha R. (Long) Miller in Midland on June 26, 1942 and was a 1961 graduate of Midland High School. On April 21, 1962 she was united in marriage with William Clayton Kauffman in Midland, and they have celebrated 54 years of marriage. Maxine dearly loved her grandsons and faithfully attended their school activities and sporting events. She enjoyed reading and cross-stitching; she made the best corned beef casserole and macaroni and cheese. In her early years, Maxine enjoyed gardening, camping, and making homemade ketchup. Maxine suffered with neuropathy since 1976 that limited her activities. She also had multiple bouts with cancer. She was a faithful member of Pigeon River Mennonite Church, and active with the quilting group. Years ago she taught Sunday School and Bible School.

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John Richardson

Funeral Information

The funeral service for John will be Monday, October 17, 2016 at 1 pm, at Zion Lutheran Church in Harbor Beach with burial immediately following at Marquardt Cemetery. Visitation will be at Ramsey Funeral Home in Harbor Beach Sunday, October 16, from 2pm until 8pm and on Monday, from 12 pmuntil the time of the service at Zion. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com

Family of the Deceased

John is survived by his wife Brenda (Koglin) and daughter Emily both of Memphis, and a sister, Laura Andrews, of Clinton Township. He was preceeded in death by a son, Matthew Richardson, his parents Arundel C. Richardson II, and Vicky (Duncan) Richardson

Biography

John C. Richardson, 50, of Memphis, Michigan, formerly of Harbor Beach passed away October 12th from injuries sustained in a semi-truck accident. John was the son of the late Arundel Richard II, and Vicky (Duncan) Richardson. He and Brenda Koglin were united in marriage on August 14, 1993 in Port Hope. John was a member of St. Luke Lutheran Church in Clinton Township. He was an avid hunter and fisherman who also enjoyed raising show hogs with his family. John was a gravel train driver employed by Five Little Truckers Inc. in Utica; for many years he worked for Depcinski Trucking of Cass City.

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Milford Carpenter

Funeral Information

A Memorial Service will be held October 28th, at 11:00am, at the Kilmanagh United Methodist Church, 2009 S. Bay Port Rd, Bay Port, MI 48720.

Family of the Deceased

Surviving are their children, Joan(Vernon) Tyree and Donald(Jean) Carpenter; grandchildren, Clark, Jeffrey, Jessica, Joshua, and Jacob; great grandchildren, Adina, Lily, Grace, Adam, Ruby, and Nathan; great great granddaughter, Aubrey; and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and infant daughter Peggy Jo.

Biography

Mr. Milford Carpenter, age 98, died peacefully October 11th, 2016 at Shepherd’s Gate in Hartland, MI. Mr. Carpenter married Grace Beck in February of 1942 and they were together until the time of her death in October 10th, 1999. Mr. Carpenter was an employee of the Michigan Milk Producers Association, a member of Kilmanagh United Methodist Church, and a Veteran of World War II in the United States Army. He enjoyed golfing, hunting, bowling, and time spent with his family.

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Luella Ewald

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Funeral services will be conducted 11:00 AM Saturday, October 15 at the Community Wesleyan Church. Rev. Ean Green, pastor and Rev. William O’nan will officiate with burial in Riverside Cemetery, Elkton. Friends may call at the Champagne Funeral Chapel, Elkton from 2 to 8 PM Friday and at the church after 10 AM Saturday. Memorials may be given to either church or the donor’s choice and words of condolence may be shared at www.cfcelkton.com

Family of the Deceased

Surviving are children, James Ewald and Judy Ewald both of Elkton and Dennis and Beverly Herford of Caseville; grandchildren Shannon (Dorelly) Herford and Hayley (Jonathan) Leaf; great grandchildren, Hannah and Sofia; a brother, Richard Fritz of Elkton; sisters-in-law, Leona Fritz of Elkton, Joyce Fritz of Zepherhills, FL and Maida Fuller of Sebewaing; many nieces and nephews and her special little dog, Elli. Preceding her in death were seven brothers, Norman Leonard, Matt, Otis, Wallace, Willard and Calvin and two sisters, Aldine Ewald and Verneta Schuster.

Biography

Luella S. Ewald age 95, lifelong resident of Elkton, passed away Tuesday evening, October 11, at her home while under hospice care. She was born June 26, 1921 in Brookfield Twp at the home of her parents the late Charles and Louise (Steinman) Fritz. On August 28, 1943, she was united in marriage to Arnold J Ewald at the Owendale Evangelical United Brethren Church and made their home on a farm east of Elkton. Arnold preceded her in death on June 30, 1972. Luella was an ambitious person, working with her husband on the farm. She also worked for Reilly Quinn and Ken Ginter in their Winding Shop rewinding electric motors for several years. From there, she was employed by the school as a cook. Later on in life she baby sat for many different families around Elkton. She was a longtime member of the Elkton United Methodist Church and attended the Community Wesleyan Church as well.

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Wanda Tuckey

Funeral Information

Funeral service held 3:00 p.m. Sunday, October 16, 2016 in Cass City Missionary Church with Pastor Phil Burkett officiating. Interment will be in Elkland Township Cemetery. Pallbearers for Mrs. Tuckey: Brent Hall, Jamie Tuckey, Bart Hall, Blake Hall, Thomas Kostanko and Ethan Hall. Memorials may be made to Cass City Missionary Church. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and stories with the family at www.kranzfuneralhome.com. Visitation: 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday, October 15, 2016 in Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City 2 to 3 p.m. Sunday, October 16, 2016 in Cass City Missionary Church, Cass City

Family of the Deceased

Wanda is survived by her children: Judy (Doug) Hall of Cass City, Jim (Shirley) Tuckey of Cass City, Scott (Rose) Tuckey of Caseville, Jeff (Jan) Tuckey of Cass City, Debbie (Keith) Hake of Phoenix, AZ, Philip (Marci) Tuckey of Vienna, Austria, Kathy (Dave) Collins of Scottsdale, AZ; 21 grandchildren: 3 step-grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, 4 step great grandchildren, 2 step great great grandchildren. Wanda will also be missed by her brothers: Bill Tuckey of Exeter, Ontario, Wayne (Marj) Tuckey of Exeter, Ontario; sisters: Pat Love of Zurich, Ontario and Barb Fahner of Zurich, Ontario; many nieces and nephews. Wanda is preceded in death by her parents, Jim's parents Clair and Florence Tuckey, sister-in-law, Charmaine Tuckey; brothers-in-law: Keith Love and Wayne Fahner.

Biography

Wanda J. Tuckey, 88, of Cass City, died Monday, October 10, 2016 in her home, following a short illness. She was born March 25, 1928 at home in Usborne Township, Exeter, Ontario to Oscar Dwight and Anna Mary (Moir) Tuckey. She married James "Jim" Tuckey August 23, 1947 in Exeter, Ontario. He died December 10, 2014. Wanda's caregiving nature led her to study nursing after high school and before her marriage. She was a longtime member of Cass City Missionary Church serving as Sunday School Teacher for many years. She enjoyed knitting, quilting and gardening. Wanda worked as a Nurses Aide at Tendercare for 11 years.

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Richard Heintz

Funeral Information

Funeral services will be conducted 11:00 AM Wednesday, October 12, at Evangel Life Assembly of God Church, Bad Axe. Rev. Daryl Harless, pastor and Rev. David Stewart, will officiate with burial in Grandlawn Cemetery, Pigeon. The family will receive friends at the Champagne Funeral Chapel, Elkton from 2 to 9 PM Tuesday and at the church after 10 AM Wednesday. Memorials may be directed to his church, Evangel Life Assembly of God or the family and words of condolence may be shared at www.cfcElkton.com.

Family of the Deceased

Surviving are his wife, Birdie; two daughters, Katrena Metz of Bad Axe and Jennifer (Chris) Eden of Fenton; five grandchildren, Michael, Ashley, Kyle, Matt and Chloe; brothers, George (Pat) Heintz of Peck, Mike (Peg) Heintz of Pigeon, Tom (Diane) Heintz of West Virginia and Keith (Carol) Heintz of Bad Axe; sister-in-law, Rosemary Christner of Brown City and many nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death was his brother, Robert Christner and two nephews, Chris Heintz and Bobby Christner.

Biography

Richard F Heintz age 69, lifelong resident of Pigeon, went to be with his Lord Sunday morning, October 9, following a long illness. He was born January 18, 1947 in Pigeon to the late George and Emma (Christner) Heintz. Rich graduated from Laker High School in 1965. On November 13, 1971, he was united in marriage to Birdie Lou Cove in Bad Axe. After high school Rich went to Pontiac to work at General Motors a few years. When he returned to Pigeon he was employed at Active Industries, Elkton. From there in went to Berne Enterprises and Alton Mfg. He retired from J & L Painting in 2009. Rich was an out of doors person, and enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was also an avid card player especially poker and could bluff with the best. His big passion was being with the grandchildren.

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Anna Kociba

Funeral Information

Funeral Mass for Anna will be Wednesday, October 12, 2016 at 11:30 am at Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, of the Holy Name of Mary Parish, with Fr. William Spencer officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation for Anna will be Tuesday, October 11, 2016 from 2 pm til 8 pm, at the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach, MI. Visitation on Wednesday will be at the church beginning at 10 am until time of services at 11:30 am. A Parish Vigil Service will take place Tuesday at 7 pm at the funeral home. Memorials can be made to: OLLH Church, OLLH School, or the Harbor Beach Hospital Foundation. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com

Family of the Deceased

She is survived by her children: Marvin Kociba and his wife Phyllis of Harbor Beach,MI; Dr. Richard Kociba and his wife Dorothy of Auburn,MI; Dr. Gary Kociba and his wife Betty of Lewis Center, OH; Ronald Kociba and his wife Linda of Harbor Beach,MI; Jeanette Ginther and her husband Paul of Harbor Beach,MI; Arlene Ramsey and her husband Warren of Harbor Beach,MI; Elaine Baur and her husband William of Flushing, MI; 24 grandchildren, 51 great grandchildren, and 2 great great granddaughters; sister: Helen Wolschleger and her husband Albert of Harbor Beach, and sister-in-law: Verna Romzek of Ruth, MI. Anna was preceded in death by an infant son: Philip, granddaughter Sara Wood, and great grandchildren: Samuel Aymen and Alissa Lambert, and siblings: George, Lawrence, Louis, Leo, & Lucian Romzek, Gertrude Kolar, Julia O’Bee, and Agnes Pilot.

Biography

ANNA T. KOCIBA, age 100, of Harbor Beach, MI passed away Saturday, October 8, 2016 at Lakeview Extended Care and Rehab Center of the Harbor Beach Hospital, with her family by her side. She was born on September 22, 1916 in Parisville, MI to the late Joseph and Teckla (Woycik) Romzek. Anna and Peter Kociba were united in marriage on January 28, 1933 in St. Mary’s Church of Parisville. He preceded her in death on November 15, 1983. Anna worked on the family farm, and was employed at Sandmann Grocery in Harbor Beach for many years. Anna was a member of the Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, a member of the Altar Society, and Farm Bureau. She enjoyed baking bread, cooking (on high), flowers, gardening, nature, and being outside. She especially enjoyed being with her family and grandchildren.

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Sandra Sears

Funeral Information

A memorial service will be at 1:00pm Thursday, October 13th at the Champagne Funeral Chapel of Caseville with visitation from 11 to 1 Thursday. Interment will be in Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Condolences may be shared at www.cfcCaseville.com

Family of the Deceased

She is survived by her sons Ron (Sarah) of Madison Heights and Brian (Koreena) of North Hollywood, California; grandchildren Garrett and Kaylee; brother William (Janet) Wensink of Gladwin and sister Betty McKenney of Kingston. She was preceded in death by her sister Geraldine Kemp and brothers Jim and Ronny Wensink.

Biography

Sandra Kay Sears, 70, of Caseville, died Saturday, October 8, 2016 at her home under hospice care. Sandy was born March 31, 1946 in Detroit to the late Johannes and Johanna (Peters) Wensink. She graduated from Lake Shore High School in St. Clair Shores in 1964. She married Hanlon Gary Sears on June 5, 1965 in St. Clair Shores. He preceded her in death on October 2, 2015. She lived in Hazel Park for 6 years before moving to Clawson to raise her family. She worked as a cook at Clawson Public Schools from 1978 to 1997. Having bought property in Caseville in 1985, she and her husband built a home there and moved permanently in 1997. She was an active member of the Caseville Eagles Auxiliary. She enjoyed camping and quilting.

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Frederick Collison

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The funeral service for Frederick Collison, will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 12, 2016 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, with Rev. William L. Mayhew officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. The family requests memorials to the School for the Deaf, St. John’s Church, or Missions. Pallbearers: Terry, Tom, Todd Brown, Allen Collison, Brian Collison, Rick Behm VISITATION AT MEYERSIECK-BUSSEMA FUNERAL HOME, PIGEON: Tuesday, October 12th, 2-8 p.m. AND AT ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH, BERNE (PIGEON, MI): Wednesday, October 13th, 10 a.m. until service at 11 a.m. Please share memories online at MeyersieckBussemaFuneralHome.com

Family of the Deceased

He is survived by his wife, Delores Baur Voelker Collison. They were married May 12, 2002 by Rev. James Gorsegner. Also surviving are his brother Dale and wife, Neila Collison of Pigeon, sister, Louanne Sattler of Bay City, MI; two nieces, Jill Behm and husband Rick, and Beth Sattler; one nephew Brian Collison; two great-nephews, Andrew and Matthew Behm; and aunts, Doris Brown and Dorothy Rummel. He was preceded in death by his parents, Floyd and Irma Collison and brother-in-law, Gene M. Sattler.

Biography

Frederick Arthur Collison, 75 of Pigeon, MI, passed away Friday, October 7, 2016 at Home Sweet Home Assisted Living. He was born September 17, 1941. He was baptized October 1941 at St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church, Berne, MI by Rev. A.W. Hueschen. He attended school at St. John’s and Pigeon School. He was confirmed at St. John’s on April 3, 1955. He was a life-long member of St. John’s. He served in many offices, was an usher, and choir member. Fred graduated from Pigeon High School in 1959. Fred served in the U. S. Army from February 1964 until February 1966. He worked at Pigeon Lumber Company from 1960 until 2003. He also worked at Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon. He enjoyed taking care of his many flowers.

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Esther Zick

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Funeral Services for Esther will be Monday, October 10, 2016 at 1 pm, at St. John Lutheran Church of Port Hope, with Rev. David Dodge officiating. Burial will follow in Lakeview Cemetery. Visitation for Esther will be on Monday at the church, beginning at 10 am until time of services at 1 pm. Memorials may be given to St. John Lutheran Church, or the donors choice. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com

Family of the Deceased

Esther is survived by her children: Gary Zick of Caro, Gail Wertz and her husband Gary of Traverse City, Ronald Zick and his wife Janet of Charlotte, NC, and Peggy Beutel and her husband Jim of Pinconning. 5 grandchildren: Eric, Randy, Chad, Jasmine & Brian, 8 great grandchildren, her brother Arnold Steinbis of Bad Axe, and her special cousin/sister: Audrey Bolton of Chesterfield. She was preceded in death by four brothers: Harold, Paul, Theodore and Erhardt Steinbis.

Biography

ESTHER G. ZICK, age 93 of Port Hope, passed away Friday, October 7, 2016 at Bay Valley Assisted Living Center in Bay City. She was born on February 9, 1923 in Port Hope to the late Herman and Hedwig (Schultz) Steinbis. Her and Edwin Zick were united in marriage on April 10, 1948 in Port Hope. He preceded her in death on February 8, 2009. Esther worked with Edwin on the family farm. During her later years, her and Edwin would winter in Zephryhills, Florida.She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Port Hope, the Sweet 16 Euchre Club, and the Port Hope Reitrees. She enjoyed quilting, crocheting, gardening, working on puzzles, playing bingo, and fishing.

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Judson McDonnell

Funeral Information

Per Judson’s wishes, cremation has taken place at Sunset Hills Crematory in Flint, Michigan. A memorial service will be 10 am on Thursday, October 13th at the MacAlpine Mac Chapel in Bad Axe with Rev. William O’Nan officiating. Family and friends can gather at the funeral home at 9 am. Burial will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Bad Axe. Memorials may be offered to the Bad Axe Public Library. Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com

Family of the Deceased

Jud is survived by his parents, Terrence and Noreen McDonnell of Bad Axe; brother: Terence McDonnell and his wife, Yun, of Lansing; aunts: Mary Riordan of Indianapolis, Carolyn McVey of Bad Axe, and Patricia McDonnell of White Lake, and many cousins. He was preceded in death by his sister, Amy Nora McDonnell.

Biography

Judson G. McDonnell, 55, of Bad Axe, formerly of Howell, passed away on October 5, 2016 from injuries from an automobile accident. Jud was born on October 21, 1960 in Washington D.C. to Terrence and Noreen (McVey) McDonnell. Judson spent his early years in Maryland and Indiana before moving to Bad Axe. He was a 1978 graduate from Bad Axe High School. Jud continued his education, earning Bachelors in Engineering, and a Masters in Engineering from Michigan State University. He traveled to England and obtained his Masters in Japanese. Judson worked as an electrical engineer for the automotive industry. His work led him to live in Japan for one year and to Germany for half a year. Judson was an avid reader and loved to travel.

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Doris Kaufman

Funeral Information

Funeral Services for Doris will be held on Friday October 7, 2016 at 11:00 am at St. John’s Lutheran Church of Port Hope. Friends may call at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe on Thursday, October 6, 2016 from 3-8 pm or Friday at the church from 10 am until the service time at 11 am. If you wish to offer your condolences to the family, please visit www.kaufmanfuneralhome.com

Family of the Deceased

Doris is survived by her husband of 67 years: Nathan Kaufman of Port Hope. Siblings: Leroy (Alice) Shave and Phyllis (Elwin) Will. Brothers and Sisters-in-law: Deanna Schave, Hugh Harwood, Norma Johnson, Bernard and Geneva Cregeur. Son-in-law: Arnie (Mary) Eggert. Grandchildren; Jennifer (Brian) Iseler, Jodi (Rob) Porzandek and Casey Eggert. Great Grandchildren: Jadyn, Tori and Brady Iseler, Dylan and Mason Porzandek. Many nieces and nephews. Doris was preceded in death by: Daughters-Carol Kaufman and Diane Eggert. Siblings and spouses: Leland (Blanche) Schave, Beatrice Harwood, Ken (Bernadine) Schave, Bernice (Fred; Jack) Banker-Smith, Paul (Elsa) Schave Jr., Don Schave. In-laws: Iva Schave, Eugene (Ethel Mae) Kaufman, Phillip Kaufman, Mabel (Carl) Brining, Alvin Johnson, Glen (Lois Kerr) Kaufman.

Biography

Doris Marie Kaufman, age 87, of Port Hope, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, October 3, 2016 at Lakeview Extended Care and Rehab Center in Harbor Beach after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Doris was born on August 27, 1929 to the late Paul and Beatrice (Hunter) Schave Sr. Doris and Nathan Kaufman were united in marriage on September 24, 1949 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Port Hope, Michigan. Doris was a lifelong resident of the Port Hope area and a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church where she had been a member of the choir and a Sunday School teacher. She attended St. John’s Lutheran School and graduated from Port Hope Community School. Before her marriage, she worked for Unell Mfg. and then alongside her husband on their farm. She enjoyed gardening, bowling, playing cards, dominoes and spending time with family and friends, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Many will fondly remember her abundant home-cooked meals and baked goods that fed family, friends and her church family.

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Pete Falkenberg

Funeral Information

Funeral services will be at 11:00am Thursday, October 6th at St. Roch Catholic Church with Pastor Mike Goforth of Calvary Baptist Church officiating. Burial will be in Caseville Township Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-8pm Wednesday at the Champagne Funeral Chapel of Caseville. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer. Condolences may be shared at www.cfcCaseville.com

Family of the Deceased

He is survived by his parents David and Terri and brother Justin, all of Caseville; and grandfathers Frederick Falkenberg of Shields and Norman Anaman of Freeland; girlfriend MaKenzie Paionk of Bad Axe; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandmothers Judith Anaman and Janice Falkenberg.

Biography

Pete J. Falkenberg, 20, of Caseville, died accidentally Sunday, October 2, 2016 while working on his Jeep. Pete was born September 12, 1996 in Bad Axe to David and Terri (Anaman) Falkenberg. He graduated in 2014 from Caseville High School, where he had also attended the Huron Area Tech Center. He was 8 weeks from finishing his degree in ADI and Business at Baker College in Owosso. He enjoyed time with his friends, family and getting dirty.

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Donna Haley

Funeral Information

In keeping with her wishes there will be no visitation or services at this time. A memorial service is being planned for at a later date. Memorial gifts may be given to the United Methodist Free Store 838 N 2nd St., Bay Port, MI 48720 and words of condolence may be shared at www.cfcelkton.com.

Family of the Deceased

Surviving are two daughters, Penny (Mark) Langkil of Naples, FL and Pam (Damon) Warden of Ortonville; four grandchildren, Mark, Michelle, Rachel and Dalton; two great grandchildren; her brother, Ray (Yvonne) Paquin of Livonia and her sister, Debra Bechard of Laquinta, CA. nieces and nephew. She shared the last chapter of her life with her best friend, companion Kurt McKenzie. Preceding her in death was a sister, Denise Paquin.

Biography

Donna Rae Haley age 73 of Sand Point died Saturday morning, October 1, at her home while under hospice care. She was born November 24, 1946 in Ashland, KY and moved to the Detroit area in her youth with her parents the late Kenneth and Doris (Rydel) Wellman. Donna and Royce Haley were united in marriage in 1979 in Ortonville. They moved to Sand Point where they would spend their summers and after retiring, they would spend their winters in Florida. Royce preceded her in death in 2002. Donna was an excellent cook and baker, she enjoyed sewing, shopping, travel and entertaining. She was a very giving and caring person, and always willing to share what she had.

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Jerry (Jerome) Longuski

Funeral Information

Mass of Christian burial will be 11:00 am Tuesday, October 4 at Good Shepherd Parish, St. John Catholic Church of Ubly. Rev. Charles Hammond pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in St. John Cemetery. Visitation will be at the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly on Monday from 2:00-8:00 pm and Monday at St. John Church from 10:00 am until the Mass at 11:00 am. The Ubly Fox Hunters and Bingham Township Fire Department will honor Jerry together on Monday at 6:30 pm at the funeral home. Memorials have been requested to the Ubly Fox Hunters Youth Hunters Safety Course. Please visit www.smigielskifuneralhomes.com to express your sympathy and sign the guest book for Jerry’s family.

Family of the Deceased

Jerry is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Arlene of Ubly; three children, Edward and his wife, Carmen of Lake, MI, Doreen Zulauf and her husband Jim, of Ubly, Leonard and his wife, Jane of Ubly; five grandchildren, Scott (Vanessa) Longuski, Jeffrey (Liza) Zulauf, Keith Longuski, Jenna (Justin) Findlay, Paul (Emilee) Longuski; 6 great grandchildren, Jerome, Graham, Jack, Penelope, Ellerie, Jude; one brother, Lawrence Longuski of Ubly; two sisters, Beatrice Rutkowski of Westland, Gertrude (Chet) Fudala of Troy; two sisters-in-law, MaryAnna Longuski of Peck, Mary Jane Longuski of Ubly; many nieces, nephews and great friends. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Earl and Marvin.

Biography

Jerome “Jerry” Longuski, 82 of Ubly, passed away Saturday, October 1, 2016 at the Huron County Medical Care Facility in Bad Axe after a short illness. He was born on May 11, 1934 at home in Bingham Township to the late Leo and Victoria (Warchock) Longuski. He married Arlene Lamke on June 25, 1955 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Parisville. Jerry worked with his brothers building silos for Longuski Silo Company. He then worked for and retired from Saginaw Asphalt Company after 37 years of employment. In 1964, Jerry was one of the founding members of the Ubly Fox Hunters and held the position of President in 1968 and 1969. He was very active in the Hunters Safety course for the youth of the community. He enjoyed spending time at the cabin in Newberry. Jerry loved to fish, hunt and tell hunting stories. He also tinkered with crafting wood projects.

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Leroy Wernette

Funeral Information

Funeral service will be 11 am on Wednesday, October 5th at the Bad Axe First United Methodist Church with Rev. Philip Tousley officiating. Burial will take place at a later date at Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly. Visitation will be 9 am until time of service on Wednesday, October 5th at the church. Memorials may be offered to the Bad Axe Senior Center or to Bad Axe First United Methodist Church. Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com

Family of the Deceased

Lee is survived by four sons: Terry Wernette of Frankenmuth, Doug Wernette of Sanford, Dan (Bonnie) Wernette of Almont and Tom (Shelly) Wernette of Holland; four daughters: Mary Ellen (Jim) Hammond of Castro Valley, California, Karen (Dan) DiBiaso of Davis, California, Julie (Dave) Hall of Hudsonville, Michigan and Kathy (David) Wyman of Mt. Pleasant; 19 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; brothers: Thane (Rita) Wernette of Midland and Gary (Carol) Wernette of Weidman; sister, Marilyn (Bill) Whitsel of Hubbard Lake; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister, Imelda (Bob) Thome and his brother, Alfred Wernette.

Biography

Leroy “Lee” B. Wernette, 86, of Bad Axe, formerly of Filion and Elkton, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2016 at the Huron County Medical Care Facility. Lee was born in Remus, Michigan to the late Roy and Nilah (Nichols) Wernette on February 17, 1930. Lee was in the U.S. Army from 1951 to 1953. He was a member of Bad Axe First United Methodist Church. Lee worked at many pharmacies and owned Huron Pharmacy. He loved spending time at the Bad Axe and Kinde Senior Centers, playing cards at the Knights of Columbus in Bad Axe, hunting, fishing, volunteering at the church and attending Bible study. On May 18, 1998, he married Emma Pietruck in Hawaii. She preceded him in death on February 22, 2009.

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Clifford Rinnert

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Funeral service for Cliff will be 11 am on Thursday, October 6th at the MacAlpine Funeral Home in Bad Axe. Rev. William O’Nan will officiate. Per Cliff’s wishes, cremation will take place after the service. Visitation will be 2-8 pm on Wednesday, October 5th at the MacAlpine Funeral Home in Bad Axe and on Thursday, October 6th 10 am until time of service. Memorials may be offered to the family discretionary fund. Condolences and/or stories can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com

Family of the Deceased

Biff is survived by his father Clifford Rinnert of Bad Axe, two sisters: Carrie Lapka and Stacey Rinnert, both of Bay City along with one brother, Derek Allgeyer of Bad Axe. He has three nieces, Kaylee, Janessa, and Ryleigh, along with one nephew, Anthony. He was also survived by his significant other, Hope Tolitsky and their dog, Ginger. He was preceded in death by his mother Nancy Lapka and nephew Andrew Genow.

Biography

Clifford H. Rinnert Jr., 26, died Friday, September 30 2016. He was born February 12th, 1990 in Bad Axe to Clifford Rinnert Sr. and the late Nancy Lapka. He graduated from Wenona High School in 2007 and from Delta College with an Associate’s Degree. Ever since he was young, family and friends knew him as Biff. Cliff loved to be around his family and friends. He was always very athletic and good at everything he tried. He enjoyed watching football, baseball and golfing. In the summer, he would play softball with his dad and friends. He was great with his hands and could make and fix anything he put his mind to. Biff always loved to joke and mess around with the kids. Sarcastic at times he was always trying to make everyone laugh and have a good time. He could light up a room with his humor and joy. Having such a charismatic soul, and amazing heart, his friends are endless. Biff was an amazing son, brother, uncle, partner, and friend. Everyone he has crossed paths with will truly miss what an amazing individual he really was. And though our arms are empty, our hearts know what to do; every beat of my heart says “I remember you”. Like a shooting star flying across the room, so fast so far you were gone to soon.

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Irene Veginski

Funeral Information

Funeral Mass will be at St. Michael’s Catholic Church of the Annunciation of The Lord Parish in Port Austin on Tuesday, October 4th at 11:00 am. Visitation will be on Monday, October 3rd at the Knoblock Funeral Home in Kinde from 2:00 to 8:00 pm, and in church on Tuesday from 10:00 until the time of service at 11:00.

Family of the Deceased

Raised seven children: Gene (Valerie) Veginski of Morton, IL, Barbara Saxton of Bay City, MI, Janet (Rick) Rokicki of Elkton, MI, Annette (Dennis) Jaworski of Milford, MI, Carol Kurta and Kenneth Veginski of Port Austin, MI as well as David Veginski, who preceded her in death. She had ten grandchildren; Bryan and Kelli, Veginski Angie DeReuyter, Rachel DeLong, Rick Rokicki, Jessica Bruce, Nicholas and Lyndsay Jaworski, Michael Kurta, Derek Veginski, as well as 13 great-grandchildren - Oliver, Owen, Seth, Hunter, Devon, Ayden, Makayla, Malaci, Chloe, Lydia, Logan, Peyton and Brody. She is also survived by her sisters in law, Lillian Drake and Beatrice Drake, and many nieces and nephews. She is the last surviving sibling of four brothers; Joe, Irwin, Archie and Sylvester and four sisters; Barbara, Regina, Sophie and Alma.

Biography

Irene Josephine Veginski went to her heavenly rest on September 30, 2016. She was born in Dwight Township, on June 7, 1924, the daughter of the late Frank and Josephine (Rice) Drake. She and her husband of 62 years, Felix Veginski, were married at St. Mary’s Catholic Church on November 8, 1947. They enjoyed the farm life together. He preceded her in death on August 10, 2010. Prior to her marriage she lived in the Port Huron area where she helped care for her nieces. She later was employed at the Chrysler plant. She was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Port Austin, where her children also attended school. Irene had a fun sense of humor and enjoyed her family. She appreciated nature and enjoyed birdwatching, playing cards, and gardening. She was a humble spirit with a generous heart who cared about the less fortunate.

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Daniel Baranski

Funeral Information

A memorial service will be conducted 7:30 PM Wednesday, October 5, at Champagne Funeral Chapel, Elkton where friends may call from 4 until the time of services. Memorials may be directed to the family and words of condolence may be shared at www.cfcelkton.com.

Family of the Deceased

Surviving are his wife, Angie; his son, Daniel (Phyllis) Baranski of Elkton and three grandchildren, Alexis, Ashley and Aaron.

Biography

Daniel R Baranski age 70 of Oliver Twp near Owendale died Thursday afternoon, September 29, at St. Mary’s Hospital, Saginaw following a massive heart attack. He was born April 11, 1946 in Detroit to the late Raymond and Dorothy (Gies) Baranski and came to Oliver Twp when he was a baby. On February 4, 1967, he was united in marriage to Angeline Peruski at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Sandusky and made their home in Oliver Twp. By the time Dan was 16; he was holding a full time job, farming and milking cows. Dan worked at Kraft Tiling in Pigeon for many years, but enjoyed being on the farm. So he began working for Ron Gayari farming for a while and then started driving truck for Erla Foods, Cass City, retiring in 2011. Dan enjoyed fishing, NASCAR, hunting rabbits (in his youth) and just visiting and talking farming with neighbors and friends.

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Sally Frost

Funeral Information

Visitation for Sally A. Frost will be on Friday, October 14, 2016 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm at the Knoblock Funeral Home in Kinde. There will be a private burial service on Saturday . In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the John D. Pridnia Community Services Fund, Huron County Community Foundation, P.O. Box 56, Bad Axe, Michigan 48413

Family of the Deceased

Sally is survived by six children, Mark (Marilyn) Dailey, Kenneth (Barbara) Frost, Lisa (John) Pridnia, Stephen (Denise) Frost, North (Elaine) Dailey, Richard (Agnes) Frost, as well as eleven grandchildren, two precious great-granddaughters, and her special sibling, Mary Jo Fezzey. She was preceded in death by two wonderful husbands, her parents, and one brother, John Bourne.

Biography

Sally A. Frost, 91, of Port Austin passed away on Thursday, September 29, 2016 surrounded by her family at Huron Medical Care Facility in Bad Axe. She was born in Detroit, Michigan on April 15, 1925 and was the daughter of the late North and Dorothy Bourne. She and her husband, Richard L. Dailey, raised their family in South Redford and spent summers at Broken Rocks, Port Austin. She was widowed at a young age when Richard died, and she later married William M. Frost. She and Bill made Broken Rocks their retirement home. They traveled extensively and spent their winters in Florida. He also preceded her in death. Sally was a loving mother, who had the ability to make each of her children feel like they were equally special to her. She was dearly loved by her family and everyone who knew her. She will be deeply missed by her family and the people she has left behind. She was a person who truly managed to touch the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to have known her.

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