Name: Jay Arthur Young
Age: 70
Hometown: Capac
Funeral Date: September 06, 2014
Date of Birth: February 11, 1944
Date of Passing: September 02, 2014
Funeral Home: Knoblock Funeral Home
Mass of Christian burial will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Kinde, Michigan. Visitation will be from 1:00-8:00 p.m. on Friday with rosary at 7:00p.m. and on Saturday from 11:30a.m. and 12:30 p.m. at Knoblock Funeral Home, 5720 N Van Dyke Road, Kinde, Michigan. Burial will be in Zion Lutheran Cemetery on Verona Road in Kinde, Michigan with a luncheon to follow.
Surviving are his Daughter, Grace (Scott) Lallmann of Warren, MI; Daughter, Victoria (Mark) Thuemmel of Sterling Heights, MI; Son, Dean (Christine) Young of Ashburn, VA; Daughter, Laura Young of Portland, MI; Son, Matthew (Preeyanuj) Young, of Rochester Hills, MI; Daughter, Martha (Joel) Raines, of Campobello, SC; Son, Donald (Monica) Young, of Sharpsburg, GA, and Son, Peter Jay (Margaret) Young, stationed in Okinawa, Japan; and twenty-five grandchildren. Also surviving are two brothers: Raymond (Kathy) Young of Sterling Heights, and Nelson (Gail) Young of Bad Axe. He was preceded in death by his half- sister, Anna Marie Marsh in 1988.
Jay Arthur Young, 70, died unexpectedly in his home in Capac, Michigan on September 2, 2014. He was born February 11, 1944 in Detroit , the son of the Harold and Hadie (Brade) Young. He was a 1962 graduate for North Huron High School and, after high school, he proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era and was stationed in Germany. After he was discharged from the Army he married his high school sweetheart, Bernadette (Gorkowski) Young on June 25, 1966. She preceded him in death on September 19th, 2003. In 1968 Jay and Bernadette bought a home in Washington Township, Michigan and it was there that they raised 8 children. He worked for Ford Motor Company in their Sterling Heights plant for over 30 years. In 1995, after all the children left home, they bought a home in Capac, Michigan where they planned to live out their retirement. He was an Active member of St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Capac, Michigan. In the past years, he enjoyed hunting with his brothers and loved spending time with his family and friends.
Name: John H. Keihl Jr
Age: 73
Hometown: Caro, MI
Funeral Date: September 04, 2014
Date of Birth: November 10, 1940
Date of Passing: September 01, 2014
Funeral Home: Ransford Collon Funeral Home
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 4, 2014 at the Ransford Collon Funeral Home in Caro with Chris Taylor facilitating. Burial will follow at Brookside Cemetery in Fairgrove. The family will receive friends at the Ransford Collon Funeral Home on Wednesday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 11:00 a.m. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to the John Kiehl Family Discretionary Fund, c/o Betty Jean Kiehl, 205 W. Sherman St., 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.
Jack is survived by his wife of thirty-eight years, Betty Kiehl of Caro; eight children, Brenda (Ked) Miller of Bad Axe, Marty Marshall of Caro, Tina (Jim) Wallace of Caro, Samantha (Frank) Martin of Caro, Ronald (Waynette) Kiehl of Shepherd, Terry Kiehl of Hawaii, John (Patricia) Kiehl of North Carolina; ten grandchildren and ten great- grandchildren; three brothers and one sister, Ed Kiehl of Bad Axe, Daniel (Marie) Kiehl of Bad Axe, Rick (Joyce) Kiehl of Bad Axe, Joann (Herb) Roggenbuck of Bad Axe; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son, Chuck Kiehl; two brothers, Bill and Bob Kiehl; one sister, Mary Sageman and her husband, “Tubby”/“Junior”; and one sister-in-law, Mary Kiehl.
John H. “Jack” Kiehl, Jr. of Caro, age 73, passed away on Monday, September 1, 2014 at Covenant Health Care – Cooper in Saginaw. He was born November 10, 1940 in Huron County, the son of late John and Alma (Kirsch) Kiehl. Jack was united in marriage with the former Betty Jean Nelson-Marshall on October 25, 1975 in Caro, and she survives him. Jack spent his working life in agriculture related fields which included cutting wood and selling it. In addition to cutting wood, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and shooting at the gun club. Jack was an avid TV watcher, and specifically enjoyed watching the Detroit Tigers, Detroit Lions and Westerns, especially those starring Gene Autry.
Name: ELEANOR TEEPLE
Age: 98
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: September 04, 2014
Date of Birth: January 11, 1916
Date of Passing: September 01, 2014
Funeral Home: Ramsey Funeral Home
Funeral Services for Eleanor will be Thursday, September 4, 2014 at 1pm at Trinity Lutheran Church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation for Eleanor will be on Thursday at the church, beginning at 11 am until time of services at 1pm. Memories can be shared at www.Ramsey FH.com
She is survived her grandchildren: Todd Teeple, Shori Teeple, and Troy and Betty Teeple. Great grandchildren: Bailey, Ali and Sam. She is also survived by her sister Sophie LaCasse. Eleanor was preceded in death by a son Harry Teeple, Jr., and her siblings: Karl, Fred, Andy & Bud Engel, & Helen Uhl.
ELEANOR TEEPLE, age 98 of Bad Axe, formerly of Forestville, passed away Monday, September 1, 2014. She was born on the family farm in Forestville, on January 11, 1916 to the late Paul and Ida (Wendt) Engel. Eleanor and Harry Teeple Sr. were united in marriage in 1941. He preceded her in death during World War II. She was a former employee of Midwest Rubber in Deckerville. Eleanor was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Forestville, and enjoyed gardening, knitting, cooking, playing bingo and going to garage sales.
Name: Floy Carol Alent
Age: 76
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: September 04, 2014
Date of Birth: September 07, 1937
Date of Passing: August 30, 2014
Funeral Home: Kaufman Funeral Home
Mass of Christian Burial will be at Sacred Heart Church, Saint Hubert Parish, Bad Axe on Thursday September 4, 2014 at 11 A.M., with Father Rob Howe, pastor, officiating. Visitation will be at the church from 10 a.m. until the service time at 11 a.m. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be offered to the American Cancer Society, or the Family Discretionary Fund. Arrangements are being handled by the Kaufman Funeral Home of Bad Axe.
She is survived by her husband Eugene, Bad Axe, 2 sons; Eric (Lisa) Alent, Ypsilanti, and Joel (Tammy) Alent, Pinckney, Grandchildren Haley and Merek Alent, 2 sisters; Vera Broomfield, and Gloria (John) Belew, all of Bad Axe, Sister-in-law; Helen Ulfig, Bad Axe, and brother-in-law; David (Mary Ann) Alent, Bad Axe. Also several Nieces and Nephews. She was preceded in death by brothers; Milford, Robert, Archie, and Max Stirrett, and Sisters; Dorothy Nugent, Jane Kloska, and Lois McDowell, and many nieces and nephews.
She was born on September 7, 1937, daughter of the late Alexander Milford and Ethel Eliza (Hall) Stirrett. Floy graduated from Bad Axe Public Schools in 1955. She married Eugene Alent on July 27, 1963 in St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Parisville. She lived in Ann Arbor, South Lyon, Brighton area for 40 years and then moved to Bad Axe in 2001. Floy worked for S & H Green Stamp, Michigan Seamless Tube, and later Quanex for 30 years before retiring around 1999. All this time while working she also was a housewife and mother. Floy was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, St. Hubert parish, Bad Axe, enjoyed walking, exercising, swimming, going to plays and movies, watching boys play hockey, football, and baseball. Floy was a good baker especially her cookies and pies. A favorite pass time was playing cards with friends and family.
Name: Teresa M Block
Age: 78
Hometown: Bad Axe, formerly of Ruth
Funeral Date: September 03, 2014
Date of Birth: March 05, 1936
Date of Passing: August 29, 2014
Funeral Home: Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home
Funeral mass for Teresa Block will be held Wednesday at 1:00 PM in the Sacred Heart Church / St. Hubert Parish in Bad Axe. Funeral will be at the St. Peter & Paul Cemetery. Friends may call the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly. Visitation is Tuesday September 2, 2014 from 2:30 PM till 9:00PM. Christian Mothers Rosary is Tuesday at 4:00 PM. Wednesday visitation only at Sacred Heart Church from noon till 1:00 PM. Mass time memorial to donors choice.
Teresa is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, Wilfred Block of Bad Axe; one son, Michael Block and his wife, Renee of Ruth; one grandson, Derek Block of Bad Axe and his close personal friend, Zachary Proctor; one brother-in-law, Jim Block of Harbor Beach. She was preceded in death by her 3 sisters, Pearl Smith, Opal Rowbaghan and Geraldine McPhail; three brothers, Emmit, John and Arle Anglebrant.
She was born on March 5, 1936 in Argyle to the late Neil and Francee (Hunter) Anglebrant. She married Wilfred R. Block on June 21, 1958 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Argyle. Teresa was a graduate of Sandusky High School. She and her husband resided in Ruth until they moved to Bad Axe in 2007. She had an affinity for baking, crafting and decorating. She was a fun loving woman who enjoyed laughing with friends and family. Teresa was a loving wife, mother and grandmother whose heart could warm the coldest days. Now, she is off to a new home and will be greatly missed.
Name: Scott D. Clark
Age: 31
Hometown: Pigeon
Funeral Date: August 31, 2014
Date of Birth: April 29, 1983
Date of Passing: August 28, 2014
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
The family will receive friends at the Champagne Funeral Chapel, Elkton from 2 to 6 PM Sunday, August 31, with cremation to follow. Memorials may be directed to the family and words of condolence may be shared at www.cfcelkton.com.
Surviving are his wife, Jenna; two sons, Dilon and Dominic at home; his mother, Tina Clark of Royal Oak; brother, Nicholas Saner of Clinton Twp.; two sisters, Sarah Clark of Port Austin and Abigail Sabin of Flint and maternal grandparents, David and Lois Clark of Shelby Twp. Preceding him in death was a brother, Zack Clark in 2010.
He was born April 29, 1983 to Tina M. Clark and the late Tony Brazeel in Royal Oak. At age eleven, Scott moved to Huron County with his family, settling in Bad Axe. On November 17, 2007, he was united in marriage to Jenna M. Logsdon in Bad Axe and made their home in Pigeon. He was a chef by trade and had worked at the Garfield Inn, Port Austin for several years. Scott loved cooking, making people laugh and more especially, spending time with his boys.
Name: Richard J. Haley
Age: 79
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: August 30, 2014
Date of Birth: July 05, 1935
Date of Passing: August 28, 2014
Funeral Home: Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home
Mass of Christian burial will be 11 am, Saturday, August 30 at St. Columbkille Catholic Church of Good Shepherd Parish, Ubly. Rev. Charles Hammond, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be at the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly on Friday from 2:00-9:00 pm and Saturday from 10:00-11:00 am at the church only. There will be a parish vigil service Friday evening at 7:30 pm at the funeral home. In Lieu of flowers, memorials have been requested to the St. Columbkille Cemetery Fund or the donor’s choice. Please visit www.smigielskifuneralhomes.com to express your sympathy and sign the guest book for Richard’s family.
Richard is survived by his wife of 51 years, Mary of Bad Axe; one brother, Keith Haley and his wife, Hope of Sebewaing; two sisters, Mary Ann Thick of Pigeon, Judy McIntyre and her husband, Eugene of Bad Axe; one brother-in-law, David Gucwa and his wife, Barbara of Schaumburg, IL; nieces and nephews, Kenny (Cathy) Haley, Brenda (Kevin) Kuhl, Pam (Mark) Fournier, Michael (Holly) Thick, Carrie (Stephan) Shaltonis, Patricia (Brian) Krajewski, Joel (Cindy) Thick, Scott (Rachelle) McIntyre, Shelley (Kevin) Langley, Shawn (June) McIntyre, Christine (John) Matijevic and their children, Madeline and Lilly, Tom (Sherry) White; many great nieces and great nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers-in-law, Harold Thick and Thomas Gucwa; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Ted and Della Gucwa.
Richard was born on July 5, 1935 in Bad Axe, to the late William and Vera (Pepper) Haley. He married Mary Gucwa on June 15, 1963 at St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Sheridan Corners. Richard was a 1953 graduate of Elkton High School. He was a self employed carpenter in Huron County for all his life, before retiring in 1997. Richard enjoyed watching pro football, playing cards and reading. He liked to travel with his loving wife, Mary, especially checking out local crops and their progress. Richard also enjoyed visiting with family and friends.
Name: Jane Kloska
Age: 87
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: September 05, 2014
Date of Birth: December 28, 1926
Date of Passing: August 27, 2014
Funeral Home: Kaufman Funeral Home
Amemorial service will be held on Friday, September 5, 2014 at 11 am. at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe. Interment will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Friends may call at the Kaufman Funeral Home on Friday from 10 am. until the service time at 11 am. Memorials may be offered to Hometown Hospice.
Survived by: 3 sons-Doouglas (Marcia) Kloska of Lapeer. Craig (Rena) Kloska of Bay City. Todd Kloska of Bad Axe. 3 sisters-Vera Broomfield of Bad Axe. Gloria (John) Belew of Bad Axe. Floy (Eugene) Alent of Bad Axe. 7 grandchildren- Jackie (Ronald) Yatteau of Knoxville, TN. Philip Kloska of North Branch. Carrie Kloska of North Branch. Jeremy (Tara) Kloska of Bay City. Mathew (Christina) Perlick of Detroit. Alexander Kloska of Bad Axe. 5 great grandchildren- Katlin Yatteau of Knoxville, TN. Kristine Yatteau of Knoxville, TN. Jayden Kloska of Bay City. Layla Kloska of Bay City.
Jane Kloska, age 87, of Bad Axe, passed away on Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on December 28, 1926 in Meade Township, daughter of the late Alex and Ethel (Hall) Stirrett. She married Clarence Kloska on August 31, 1946 in Bad Axe. He preceded her in death on March 31, 2004. Jane was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bad Axe and loved going to the Bad Axe Senior Center.
Name: James Lewis
Age: 87
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: August 30, 2014
Services will be held on Saturday, August 30, 2014 at 11 a.m. at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Friends may call at the Kaufman Funeral Home on Friday from 2-7 p.m. or Saturday from 10 a.m. until the service time at 11 a.m. Memorials may be offered to the Bad Axe Park Endowment Fund, the Mary McCarthy Care Center, Hope Dementia & Alzheimer’s Service, or Hospice of your choice.
Survived by: Children-Ronald and Joanne (Riley) Lewis of Greenfield, WI Gregory and Genara (Matugina) Lewis of Biloxi, MS Linda Lewis Kelly and John Kelly of Marstons Mills, Cape Cod, MA Grandchildren-Erin Lewis of Wauwatosa, WI James Lewis of Lacrosse, WI Lauren Kelly of Lake Forest, IL Jeffrey Kelly of Marston Mills, MA sisters-in-law and in-laws Suzette (Kubacki) & Art Glaza, Mary and Anna Kubacki and nieces and nephews. Predeceased by: Wife-Agnes (Kubacki) Lewis Brothers and sisters- Kenneth Lewis, Stanley Lewis Sr., Edith Mae Lewis Martinez, and George Lewis.
James H. “Jim” Lewis, age 87, of Bad Axe, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2014 at the McCarthy House/Hope Health Hospice on Sandwich, Cape Cod, Massachusetts. He was born on May 10. 1927 in Bad Axe, son of the late George and Alta Mae (Jackson) Lewis. Jim was a volunteer at Huron County Medical Care Facility for many years. He love automobiles (Fords!), hunting, fishing, traveling, concerts, and antique car shows. This summer and last fall he attended the Barnstable Senior Center and loved the daily exercise, people, and activities. He loved to see children laughing and playing. Most of all, he loved spending time with his kids and grandkids. Jim started working as a mechanic in 8th grade at Flannery’s until he was drafted into the Navy in 1946 and also upon his return. He worked for Talaski/Ordus Ford from 1950-1967 as head mechanic and manager. He worked for the Huron County Road Commission (as did his father) from 1967-1997, and was proud of his working until the age of 70. Thank-yous go out to the many people who contributed to Dad’s support network: neighbors, friends, and family that Dad enjoyed in Bad Axe, MI. Also the staff at McDonald’s Food & Family Center staff: and the McCarthy House staff who made Dad happy and comfortable while on Cape Cod.
Name: Benjamin R. Rorabacher
Age: 33
Hometown: Sagniaw Township
Funeral Date: September 02, 2014
Services will be held on Tuesday, September 2, 2014 at 11 a.m. at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe. Interment will be in Colfax Cemetery in Bad Axe. Friends may call at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe on Monday from 1 – 8 p.m. or Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the service time at 11 a.m. Memorials may be offered to the Adalyn Rorabacher Education Fund
Survived by: Wife-Tara Rorabacher of Saginaw Township. 1 daughter - Adalyn Rorabacher of Saginaw Township Mother – Patricia Mallette & special friend Richard Riley of Westland, MI. Father – Randall Rorabacher & his wife Nora of Plymouth, MI. 1 brother – Adam Rorabacher of California. 1 sister – Sarah (Colton) Hurley of Anchorage, Alaska. In-laws- Geri and Marcia Smith of Bad Axe, MI. Paternal grandmother – Doris Rorabacher of Plymouth, MI. 2 nieces – Marina and Lily. 2 brothers-law – Matthew Smith of Bad Axe, MI. Adam Smith of Bad Axe, MI. Several aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Predeceased by : maternal grandparents – Louis and Marcella Mallette. Paternal grandfather – Herbert Rorabacher.
Benjamin R. Rorabacher, age 33 of Saginaw Township, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2014 at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born on October 31, 1980 in Livonia, MI. He married Tara Smith on September 18, 2010 in Midland, MI. Ben was a member of the Churchill High School Class of 1999. He attended Schoolcraft College where he received an Associates degree in Culinary Arts. He enjoyed cooking and was the executive chef at the Saginaw Club. He was also a member of the American Culinary Federation. He was an avid hunter and outdoorsman. He loved sports, especially the Detroit Tigers. Spending time with his family and friends was very important to Ben, especially being with his loving daughter, Adalyn.
Name: Paul Thomas King
Age: 65
Hometown: Harbor Beach, MI
Funeral Date: September 06, 2014
Cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory of Bay City. A memorial Service will take place Saturday, September 6, 2014, at 11 am at Lighthouse Assembly of God Church of Harbor Beach. Arrangements are being handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Memorials can be forwarded to the funeral home to help defray the cost of the funeral. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com
Paul is survived by his daughter Heather King of Newport Beach, California, son Paul Rose and grandson Declan Rose of Mesa, AZ, brother Terry King of Hilton Head, SC, and sister Janet King of Shelby Township. He was preceded in death by a brother Rodney King.
PAUL THOMAS KING, age 64 of Harbor Beach, passed away Sunday, August 24, 2014 under hospice care. He was born on November 17, 1949 in Highland Park to the late Thomas and Mary Jane (Black) King. Paul was a skilled builder, tile tradesman and an all around handy guy. He had an amazing talent for creating and working with his hands. His work was a great source of pride for him. Paul also enjoyed hunting and fishing.
Name: Donald R. Wissner
Age: 85
Hometown: Owendale
Funeral Date: August 29, 2014
Date of Birth: January 26, 1929
Date of Passing: August 24, 2014
Funeral Home: Juengel & Mellendorf Funeral Home
Visitation will be Thursday, August 28, 2014 at Juengel & Mellendorf Funeral Home in Sebewaing from 2-9pm. The funeral service will be Friday, August 29, 2014 at St. John Lutheran Church-Kilmanagh. Visitation will begin at the church at 10am until the time of service at 11am. Burial will take place at St. John Lutheran Cemetery in Sebewaing. Memorial donations may be given to the Lutheran Laymen’s League, St. John Lutheran Church or Courtney Manor. Share a memory at www.jmfuneralhome.com
He is survived by his wife, Alice; children: Deborah Wissner (Douglas Fidler) of Cuyahoga Falls, OH, Cindy (Terry) Volz, of Sebewaing, and Dawn (Frank) Hartman of Swartz Creek; grandchildren: Ben (Molly) Fidler, Joe Fidler, Michael (his wife and children), Matthew (Leah) Volz, Jacob (Jackie) Nolan, Mandi (Ryan) Luft, Andrew Nolan, and Katie (Jeff) Hudecek; great grandchildren: Asher, soon to be baby boy, Abygail, Hayden, Charlie and Isabelle; siblings: Arleen Ross, Glen (Jean) Wissner, Nina Alexander, Gerald Wissner, Maxine (Vern) Winter and Patricia Sontag; sisters-in-law: Katie Wissner and Pat Wissner; and many nieces and nephews. Donald is preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Myrtle Wissner, and siblings: Esther Cochrane, Vernita McPhail, Milda Polley, Owen Wissner, Aldine Voss and Kenneth Wissner.
Donald was born January 26, 1929 in Brookfield Twp., MI. Son of the late Fred and Myrtle (Strauch) Wissner. He married Alice Neuman on August 16, 1952 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Sebewaing. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church-Kilmanagh and the Lutheran Laymen’s League. He enjoyed playing cards and watching sports. He retired as a lifelong farmer in 1992. He loved spending time with his family.
Name: Gary D. Chagnon
Age: 69
Hometown: Harbor Beach
Funeral Date: August 22, 2014
Services will be held at 11am Friday the 22nd at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Port Austin. Burial will be held in private at St. Michael’s Church Cemetery. Arrangements are being handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home in Harbor Beach. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com.
Survivors include his sister, Betty Chagnon, of Harbor Beach, and several nieces and nephews located in Michigan, New Jersey, and Maryland. Gary was preceded in death by his brothers, John D. and Robert M. Chagnon.
Gary D. Chagnon, age 69, died at home, in Harbor Beach, MI. Although he fought hard against his battle with esophageal cancer, he succumbed to its complications on August 19, 2014. Born February 10th, 1944, in Port Austin, MI, to Mabel and John Chagnon. Although the cancer caused serious health complications and difficulties, Gary bravely accepted the challenge to live the last few years of his life to its fullest. And he did! He thoroughly enjoyed the company of friends and bicycle riding.
Name: Amy McDonnell
Age: 52
Hometown: Kinde
Funeral Date: August 26, 2014
Date of Birth: August 18, 1962
Date of Passing: August 19, 2014
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, August 26th at the MacAlpine Funeral Home in Bad Axe with a gathering from 10:00 – 11:00 A.M. Memorials may be offered to the Bad Axe Public Library. Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Amy is survived by her parents Terrence and Noreen McDonnell of Bad Axe; brothers Judson McDonnell of Howell, Terence (Yun) McDonnell of Lansing; aunts Mary Riordan of Indianapolis, Carolyn McVey of Bad Axe, Patricia McDonnell of White Lake; special friend Douglas Ignash of Kinde and many cousins. Amy was preceded in death by: her grandparents Robert & Ruth McVey and Kenneth & Beulah McDonnell.
Amy McDonnell, 52, of Kinde passed away on August 19, 2014 after a short illness at the University of Michigan Hospital. Amy was born on August 18, 1962 in Washington D.C. to Terrence and Noreen (McVey) McDonnell. Amy spent her early years in Maryland and Indiana before moving to Bad Axe in the 4th grade. She was a 1980 graduate from Bad Axe High School and later graduated from Michigan State University in 1984. Amy was a sales representative for Gordon Foods, Michigan Directory and Cost Plus World Markets. She was an avid reader and tireless walker. Amy enjoyed cooking, traveling to Mexico and was an avid Detroit Tiger fan.
Name: Germaine Louise Tonti
Age: 74
Hometown: Sand Point
Funeral Date: August 23, 2014
Date of Birth: December 31, 1939
Date of Passing: August 19, 2014
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
A funeral mass will be at 10:00am Saturday, August 23rd at St. Roch-OLPH Catholic Church in Caseville with Fr. Robert Pare presiding. Burial will be in St. Roch Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-8 pm Friday at the Champagne Funeral Chapel of Caseville. She will lie in-state one hour prior to mass on Saturday in church. There will be a Rosary at 7:30 Friday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to St. Roch-OLPH Building Fund. Condolences may be shared at www.cfcCaseville.com The family wishes to express their appreciation and gratitude to: Cass City and Caseville friends, St. Mary’s Hospital (4th and 6th floor ICU Nursing Staff), and the entire staff at Scheurer Hospital, especially the ER staff.
She is survived by her husband of 53 years Don; children Nancy Louise (Randy) Genord of Grand Blanc, Craig (Kristyn) Tonti of Rochester and Lari Tonti of Farmington Hills; grandchildren Jessica Louise, Dane, and Ryan Genord, and Drew and Madelyn Tonti; and mother-in-law Martha Tonti.
Germaine “Geri” Louise Tonti, 74, of Sand Point, formerly of Cass City, died Tuesday, August 19, 2014 at St. Mary’s of Michigan Hospital in Saginaw. Geri was born December 31, 1939 in Hancock, Michigan to the late Eli Albert and Elizabeth Louise (Cocking) Mattson. She grew up in Dollar Bay and graduated from high school there in 1958. She married Don G. Tonti on September 23, 1961 in Lincoln Park. Together they lived in Cass City for 30 years before moving to Sand Point in 2002. A 1961 graduate of Highland Park School of Nursing, Geri had a long career as a registered nurse. She worked in Labor and Delivery at Oakwood Hospital, Ayer Massachusetts Community Hospital and Garden City Osteopathic Hospital. She spent 5 years working for Tuscola County Alternative Program for Pregnant Teens (TAPPS) and 15 years as the school nurse for Cass City Public Schools. Her passions were family and nursing. After her retirement, she was able to devote more time to her grandchildren and travel. She enjoyed reading, gardening, feeding the humming birds, baking, entertaining and watching sunsets from their home on Saginaw Bay. She was a member of St. Roch-OLPH Catholic Church and the Sand Point Club.
Name: Bryan Anthony Bevier
Age: 20
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: August 22, 2014
A memorial service will be included with his mother’s at 11:00 a.m. on Friday at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 123 W. Irwin St. Bad Axe with Pastor Kenneth Lueke officiating. A gathering for family and friends will be 10:00 a.m. until time of service at the church. Memorials may be offered to the Family Discretionary Fund. Condolences may be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Bryan is survived by his brother, Johnathon Rice of Grayling; two sisters, Ashleigh Rice and Samantha Rice of Grayling; step-father, Wilmer Wolschlager; special friend, Elizabeth Shepard of Bad Axe; 14 aunts and uncles; several cousins. He was preceded in death by his mother, Marie Wolschlager and grandparents, Stanley and Norma Geiger.
Bryan Anthony Bevier, age 20, of Bad Axe, passed away, Monday, August 18, 2014 at St. Mary’s Medical Center in Saginaw from injuries sustained in a car accident in Sheridan Township on Monday.. He was born June 22, 1994 in Austin, Texas . Bryan was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Bad Axe. He graduated from High School in Jackson, MI. He had a passion for cooking and enjoyed fishing and spending time with family and friends.
Name: Marie Janice Wolschlager
Age: 42
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: August 22, 2014
Date of Birth: February 12, 1972
Date of Passing: August 18, 2014
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 123 W. Irwin St. Bad Axe with Pastor Kenneth Lueke officiating. A gathering for family and friends will be from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at the church. Memorials may be offered to the Family Discretionary Fund. Condolences may be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com.
Marie is survived by her husband, Wilmer Wolschlager of Bad Axe; a son, Johnathon Rice, of Grayling and Bryan Bevier who passed away later in Saginaw from injuries sustained in the accident; two daughters, Ashleigh Rice and Samantha Rice of Grayling ; brothers and sisters, Steve (Rhonda) Geiger of Palms, Paul Geiger and Jennifer Reid of Palms, Brian (Tricia) Geiger of Palms, Carrie Collins and Norman Penzien of Deckerville , Sharon (Jason) Parmer of Harbor Beach; Katheryn Wolschlager and special friend Roger Lampela, Angie and Doug Lampela both of Bad Axe, Kevin Wolschlager of Ubly, Curtis (Jamie) Wolschlager of Elkton, Anthony (Tammy) Wolschlager of Owendale, Duane (Mary) Wolschlager of Filion, Terry (Susan) Wolschlager of Kinde, Larry (Martina) Wolschlager of Pigeon, Paul (Melissa) McDonald of Lansing, 4 great nephews, 1 great niece, several nieces and nephews; She was preceded in death by her parents.
Marie Janice Wolschlager, age 42, of Bad Axe, passed away, Monday, August 18, 2014 at Huron Medical Center from injuries sustained in a car accident in Sheridan Township on Monday. She was born February 12, 1972 in Deckerville, MI to the late Stanley B. and Norma J. (Dreher) Geiger. Marie was united in marriage September 14, 2013 to Wilmer Wolschlager at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Bad Axe. She was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church, Bad Axe. Marie attended Baker College and worked outside her home as a caregiver. She enjoyed scrap booking, sewing, puzzles, fishing and spending time with her children and many nieces and nephews.
Name: Agnes M. Essenmacher
Age: 89
Hometown: Harbor Beach, MI
Funeral Date: August 20, 2014
Funeral mass for Agnes will be Wednesday, August 20, 2014 at 11 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 Agnes will be Tuesday, from 2-9pm 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 am. A Parish Vigil Service will take place Tuesday at 7:30 pm at the funeral home.
She is survived by her children: Regina Wruble and her husband Bob of Harbor Beach,MI; Bill Essenmacher and his wife MJ of Tucson, AZ, Maggie Roggenbuck and her husband Duane of Snover, Tom Essenmacher and his wife Janine of Essexville,MI Dr. Carol Essenmacher of Battle Creek,MI; Lorene Wessels and her husband Scott of Harbor Beach, and Mark Essenmacher and his wife Cathy of Howard, OH. 22 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, and 2 great great grandchildren, her sister: Dorothy Elandt, daughter-in-law Millie Bowers of Flint, MI; Sisters-in-law Eleanor Geiger, Verna Wood, Catherine Essenmacher, and Janice Erdman, and Brother-in-law David Krueger. Agnes was preceded in death by 3 children: Brenda J. Essenmacher, Agnes M. Essenmacher, and Clem Essenmacher, son-in-law Jim McQueen, She was also preceded in death by her siblings: Thomas & Delores Abraham, Barney & Dorothy Abraham, John & Marjorie Abraham, Ray Abraham, Cass & Sally Abraham, and her step brothers and sisters: Joe Hoin, Frank Hoin, Mathilda Hoin, Magdaline Hoin and niece Bobetta Hoin. Brothers-in-law Henry Elandt, David Essenmacher, Howard Essenmacher, Don Essenmacher, Burton Wood and Bernard Geiger, and sister-in-law Edna Krueger.
AGNES M. ESSENMACHER, age 89 of Harbor Beach, MI, passed away Saturday, August 16, 2014 at Lakeview Extended Care and Rehab Center of the Harbor Beach Community Hospital. She was born on April 28, 1925 in Bad Axe, MI to the late John and Mary (Kucharczyk) Abraham. Agnes and Arthur Essenmacher were united in marriage on November 17, 1945 in Parisville. He preceded her in death on September 28, 2003. Agnes was a member of Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, the OLLH Altar Society, the Daughters of Isabella, and the American Legion Auxiliary. Agnes was the Schulte School Secretary and then a school cook at the OLLH School for over 20 years. She enjoyed watching high school sports, the Detroit Tigers, playing cards, quilting, sewing, and spending time with her grandchildren.
Name: Jo Ann Wisenbaugh
Age: 70
Hometown: Pigeon
Funeral Date: August 22, 2014
Date of Birth: October 11, 1943
Date of Passing: August 16, 2014
Funeral Home: Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home
The Funeral Service will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, August 22, 2014 at the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon, with Elder Terry Brown officiating. Memorials may be made to the Family Discretionary Fund. Memories may be shared online at www.meyersieckbussemafuneralhome.com VISITATION AT MEYERSIECK-BUSSEMA FUNERAL HOME, PIGEON: Thursday, August 21 2-8 p.m. Friday, August 22 10 a.m. until the service at 11:00 a.m.
She is survived by her husband, Charles; three children, Karen M. (Kenneth) Davis of Caro, Brenda L. Kappen of Freeland, and David (Karen) Wisenbaugh of Pigeon; son-in-law, Greg Janik of Pigeon; grandchildren, Eric Gaeth, Brandon Gaeth, Neil Gaeth Jr., Samantha (Clinton) Lindenfield, and Lindsey Kappen; step grandchildren, Kenny, Kelly, Krystal, Kortnie, and Kandise; great-grandchildren, Dominic, Gavin, and Cloe Jo; step great-grandson, Braaden; siblings: Ilene (Dale) Johnson of Bad Axe, Helen Carpenter of Kinde, Mary Bivens of Bessemer, Bernard (Joan) Ruth of Lapeer, Don (Theresa) Ruth of Hemlock and Leo (Dee) Ruth of Livonia; in- laws, Wayne (Sandra) Wisenbaugh, Phyllis (Lyle) Krohn, Jean Adkins; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her daughter Tracy Jo Janik, in 2012; brothers, Francis, Matthew, Earl, and Carl Ruth; and sister-in-law, Etta Kunish
Jo Ann Wisenbaugh, age 70 of Pigeon, passed away Saturday, August 16, 2014 at McLaren Bay Region in Bay City. She was born in Pinnebog on October 11, 1943 and was the daughter of the late Frank and Margaret (Herron) Ruth. She was raised near Kinde and attended North Huron School. On August 26, 1961 she was united in marriage to Charles G. Wisenbaugh in Kinde, and they had been married almost 53 years. Jo worked at The Dutch Kettle, Hamill Manufacturing, and for many years at Active Feed Company in Pigeon, retiring in 2009. She loved to read, crochet, garden, cook, and do word search games. She was an avid Detroit sports fan. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Name: John “Jack” Murray
Age: 90
Hometown: Ubly
Funeral Date: August 21, 2014
Date of Birth: March 29, 1924
Date of Passing: August 15, 2014
Funeral Home: Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home
Mass of Christian burial will be 11:00 am Thursday, August 21, 2014 at Most Holy Trinity Church of St. Hubert Parish in Smith Corners, Ubly. Rev. Robert Howe, pastor will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be at the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly on Wednesday from 1:00-9:00 pm and Thursday morning from 9:00-10:00 am. There will be a parish vigil service Wednesday evening at 7:00 pm at the funeral home. Memorials have been requested to Most Holy Trinity Cemetery or the Family Discretionary Fund. Please visit www.smigielskifuneralhomes.com to express your condolences and sign the guest book for John’s family.
John is survived by three sons, Greg and his wife, Rosy of San Antonio, TX, Ken and his wife, Kim of Ubly, Shawn of Clarkston, GA; five grandchildren, Lisa Minor and her husband, Jeremy of Santa Cruz, CA, Charlie Williams of Caseville, Nicole (Aaron) Webster of Beaverton, Oregon, Kenny Murray of Grand Haven, Riley Murray of Ubly; one great granddaughter, Azure Webster; two sisters, Phyllis Roggenbuck and her husband, Vincent of Snover, Jean Messing of Juneau, AK; two sisters-in-law, Thelma Murray of Ubly, Doreen Tomlinson of Kinde; one brother-in-law, Steve McCormick and his wife, Jean of Mission, TX; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Raymond, Harold & Clements Murray; two sisters, Marjorie Abraham and Grace Murray; two brothers-in-law, Leroy Messing and John Abraham; one sister-in-law, Esther Murray.
Mr. John “Jack” Murray, 90 of Ubly passed away Friday, August 15, 2014 at his residence. John was born on March 29, 1924 in Ubly to the late Thomas P. and Josephine P. (Maurer) Murray. He married Patricia McCormick on May 5, 1951 at St. Felix Catholic Church in Pinnebog. She preceded him in death on August 29, 2006. John attended the Bingham Township #1 School and Ubly High School. He helped convert the old Kelly School into the Farmer’s Hall and was a Board Member for the Farmer’s Hall. He was a fourth generation life long farmer and was extremely proud of his heritage. He lived out his days in the house that was built by his great grandfather in the 1880’s. John was a member of the Hilltoppers Farm Bureau. He drummed with numerous local polka and country western bands for many weddings in the area. He was an avid Detroit Tigers Fan. John truly enjoyed reading and keeping up on current events. John was good natured, generous and happy-go-lucky. He kept his quick wit and sense of humor right up to the end. John was always thankful for everything.
Name: Shirley Lee Buschlen
Age: 76
Hometown: Essexville
Funeral Date: August 18, 2014
Date of Birth: September 27, 1937
Date of Passing: August 14, 2014
Funeral Home: Cross Lutheran Church
A Memorial Service for will be held at 11:00 on Monday, August 18, 2014 at Cross Lutheran Church, Pigeon, with Rev. Timothy Loehrke, pastor, officiating. Visitation at the church will begin at 9:00 a.m. Memorials may be given to Cross Lutheran Church. Memories may be shared online at meyersieckbussemafuneralhome.com
She is survived by her sons and daughter-in-law, Robin and Ann Buschlen of Pigeon and Kyle Buschlen of Albion; grandchildren, Amanda and Rob Cronk, Shane and Brandi Buschlen, and Jenna and Spencer Lindenberg; great-grandchildren, Olivia Buschlen, Adelyn Buschlen, and Kennedy Cronk; brother and sister-in-law, Kurt and Gail Richmond of Caseville; and special niece Andrea Deering and her daughter Lilly, who dearly loved her “Auntie.”
Born in Pigeon on September 27, 1937, she was the daughter of the late James Joy and Amanda (Buchholz) Richmond. Shirley retired after working as a purchasing agent for more than 25 years at Hills & Dales Hospital in Cass City. She attended Cross Lutheran Church when living in Pigeon, and Good Shepherd Lutheran Church when in Cass City.
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