Name: Marvin J. Mausolf
Age: 81
Hometown: Harbor Beach, MI
Funeral Date: July 04, 2014
Funeral services for Marv will be held Friday, July 4 at 10 am at Our Lady of Lake Church. Burial will follow at OLLH Church Cemetery. Visitation for Marv will be at Ramsey Funeral Home on Thursday, from 1 to 8 pm, with a Vigil service at 7 pm. Visitation will be held at the church on Friday from 9 am until the time of service at 10am. Military Honors will be given by the Harbor Beach VFW. In lieu of flowers, monetary donations may be made to the family discretionary fund.
Marv is survived by his wife of 57 years, Marlene of Harbor Beach; four children – Mark (Shelly) of Harbor Beach, Wayne (Mary) of Harbor Beach, Glenn (Renee) of Warren, Gail (Jeff) Wolschleger of Memphis; and son-in-law, Mark Thomas of South Lyon. Marv is also survived by seventeen grandchildren – Eric (Jami) Mausolf, Cari (Andy) Sherman, Jason (Carrie) Mausolf, Chris Mausolf, Erinn Mausolf (Grant Champagne), Ross (Kim) Mausolf, Tyler Mausolf, Melissa Mausolf, Matthew Mausolf, Olivia Mausolf, Brandon (Cindy) Bischer, Bryce Bischer (fiancé Desiree), Lindsey Bischer, Wesley Wolschleger, Brad (Brittani) Thomas, Bryan Thomas, and Amanda Thomas. Marv is survived by eight great-grandchildren – Ethan and Aiden Mausolf, Isabella and Kiptyn Sherman, Jaxon Mausolf, Harper Champagne, Marshall Mausolf, and Kailey Bischer. Marv is also survived by siblings – Collette Grekowicz, Charlotte (Leon) Baker, Don (Arley) Mausolf, Elaine (Pete) Scherba, Jean (Ron) Armstrong, Sharon (Jim) Schornack, Warren (Jackie) Mausolf; and his sister-in-law, Marie Mausolf. Marv is also survived by several brother- and sister-in-laws. Marv was preceded in death by his daughter – Donna Thomas, his brother - Orville Mausolf, his sister – Doreen Wruble, and his brother-in-law – Bill Grekowicz.
Marvin J. Mausolf, 81, of Harbor Beach, passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 1, 2014. He was born on July 22, 1932 to Joseph and Mayme (Kramer) Mausolf. Marv served in the Korean War from 1954-1956. He met the love of his life, Marlene Booms, in 1956. They later married at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Ruth in 1957. Marv spent his working years at Malloy Manufacturing in Detroit, Booms Silo, and for the Huron County Road Commission. After his retirement in 1994, Marv spent his time hauling beets for Schornack Farms and Bischer Farms and driving fertilizer truck for Crop Production Services. Marv was an avid gardener; he was especially excited to plant his radishes and peas as early as possible. He enjoyed doing yard work, specifically mowing the lawn. Marv took pleasure in fox hunting and fishing, particularly with his children. He enjoyed attending sporting events, especially when he had the chance to watch his grandchildren play. Marv was a fan of the Tigers and the Pistons, and watched the games as often as possible. He passed the time doing his “homework”, which were his word searches. Most recently he enjoyed bingo.
Name: Olga J. Filip
Age: 93
Hometown: Macomb Township
Funeral Date: July 03, 2014
Date of Birth: December 14, 1920
Date of Passing: June 30, 2014
Funeral Home: Meyersieck-Bussima Funeral Home
Burial will take place on Thursday, July 3, 2014 in the New Bay Port Cemetery. Funeral arrangements conducted by Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon, Michigan.
She is survived by son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Filip Jr., Camden Maine; a grandson, Thomas J. Filip III and great-grandchildren Aaron T. Filip and Rachael Mae Filip. She was preceded in death by her son James M. Filip.
Olga J. Filip, age 93 of Macomb Township (formerly of Bay Port), passed away Monday, June 30, 2014 at St. John Macomb-Oakland Hospital, Madison Heights. She was born December 14, 1920 in Detroit, Michigan, daughter of the late Mike and Josephine J. (Gugulska) Politica. In 1941, she was united in marriage to Thomas J. Filip in Boise, Idaho. Olga worked as a Bookkeeper for the Boy Scouts of America before her retirement.
Name: Lyla V. Merrick
Age: 77
Hometown: Filion
Funeral Date: July 02, 2014
Funeral services will be held at the MacAlpine Funeral Home in Bad Axe on Wednesday, July 2nd at 11a.m. with Pastor Phil Tousley officiating. Visitation will be from 2:00-8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 1st and on Wednesday, July 2nd from 10:00 – 11 a.m. at the MacAlpine Funeral Home. Condolences may be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Lyla is survived by her husband of 57 years, Donald; children: Vicki (Terry) Tarasoff of Sterling Heights, LeighAnne Merrick of Clinton Township, and Kelly (Jeff) Holtz of Warren; grandchildren: Randy, Kimm (David), Melissa (Dan), Daniel (Christina), and Meagan (Michael); great-grandchildren: Austin, Landon, Brayden, Hayden, Mason and Hannah; brother Larry Arnold and Vernita of Port Huron; brother-in-law Brad Wilkens of Florida; and many nieces and nephews. Lyla was preceded in death by two sisters: Marilyn Wilkens and Nancy Devlin; and a great-grandchild Gabriella.
Lyla V. Merrick, 77, passed away peacefully at her home on June 29, 2014. Lyla was born on January 27, 1937 in Lansing to the late Lyle and Vera (Ames) Arnold. On August 31, 1956, Lyla married Donald Merrick in Port Huron. Lyla graduated from Port Huron High School in 1954. She was an avid bowler, took great pleasure in shopping including a trip to the Mall of America, a big fan of the Detroit Tigers and the Detroit Lions. Lyla loved spending time with her grandchildren.
Name: Gilbert A. Regentin
Age: 93
Hometown: Ubly,MI
Funeral Date: July 02, 2014
Date of Birth: July 12, 1920
Date of Passing: June 28, 2014
Funeral Home: Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home
The funeral service for Gib will be 11:00 am, Wednesday, July 2 at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Bad Axe with military honors by the Ubly T.V.O. and the US Army. Pastor Kenneth Lueke of Our Savoir Lutheran Church will officiate. Burial will be in the St. John Lutheran Cemetery in Palms.
Gib is survived by his wife of 70 years, Arlene of Ubly; one son, Gary and his wife, Cheryl of Commerce Township; three daughters, Sharon Ziehm of Ubly, Kimberly Ickes and her husband, Michael of Manistee and Lisa Brown and her husband, Robert of Albany, NY; eight grandchildren, Jeremy (Jeanne), Jessica and Erica Regentin, Troy Ziehm, Danielle and Brent Joanette, Collin and Christian Brown; two great grandchildren; four step great grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Corinne Regentin. Gib was preceded in death by two brothers, Edward and Eugene; one sister, Gertrude Ridenback; one brother-in-law, Emerson Ridenback; one sister-in-law, Pauline Regentin.
Gib graduated from Deckerville High School in 1935 at the age of 15. He worked on the family farm until he was 20. He then moved to Detroit to work for Chrysler until he joined the US Army during WWII. Gib was an honorary member and past commander of the Thumb Veterans Organization Post #1 of Ubly. He was the owner of an upholstery and drapery company in Ubly for many years. He was a former member of St. John Lutheran Church in Palms for over 30 years and a current member of Our Savoir Lutheran Church in Bad Axe for 60 years. Gib was involved in his community for many years as a member of the Ubly Lions Club, Ubly Community Club and the Alabama Jubilee as a singer and dancer for all the past productions. He was a member and past officer of the Ubly Fox Hunters and enjoyed hunting deer and pheasants in his younger years. Gib enjoyed golfing and was a member at Verona Hills Golf Course of Bad Axe and Rolling Hills Golf Course in Cass City. He also volunteered for the Ubly Fire Department for 23 years. Gib and his wife, Arlene, enjoyed spending their winters in Sarasota Florida for over 20 years.
Name: Gerald J. Deering
Age: 80
Hometown: Lake Township
Funeral Date: July 03, 2014
Funeral service will be conducted 11:00 AM Thursday, July 3, at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church. Rev. Rodney Schwab, pastor will officiate with burial in St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery, Linkville. Friends may call at the Champagne Funeral Chapel, Elkton from 2 to 9 PM Wednesday and at the church after 10 AM Thursday. Memorial gift may be given to his church and words of condolence may be shared at www.cfcelkton.com.
Surviving, a daughter, Julie (Ed) O’Sullivan of Hillsborough, NJ; four sons, Paul (Susan) Deering of Elkton, Michael Deering of Grant Twp., Karl (Trisha) Deering of Elkton and Phillip Deering of Bad Axe; ten grandchildren; son-in-law, Russ Sowden of Grand Twp.; longtime companion, Judy; siblings, Millard (Bea) Deering of Bad Axe, Harold Deering of Cass City, Frances Spaeth of Ocala, FL and Richard (Joyce) Deering of Sandusky; sisters-in-law, Elvera Deering of Elkton, Vera Deering of Cass City, Doris Deering of Grant Twp. and Janet Deering, Bay Port and many nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death was a daughter, Nancy Sowden; daughter-in-law, Joyce Deering and siblings, Edward, Jacob, Donald and Ralph Deering, Ada Hutchinson and Esther Schweitzer.
Gerald J. Deering age 80, of Lake Twp. died Thursday, June 26 at his home from ongoing health problems. He was born June 24, 1934 at the home of his parents, the late Jacob and Katherine (Frank) Deering in Oliver Twp. Jerry grew up on a farm south of Elkton and was a 1952 graduate of Elkton High School. On August 27, 1960, he was united in marriage to Beverly J. Vargo at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Unionville. They parted in 1978, she survives him. Jerry was a farmer both dairy and crops until he purchased Pines Mobile Home Park in Bad Axe in the early 80’s. He operated it until retiring in 2008. He was an active member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Elkton and enjoyed woodworking and was a big promoter of wetland conservation, constructing several ponds on his property south of Elkton, stocking them with fish to attract wildlife.
Name: Eleanor Williams
Age: 79
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: June 28, 2014
A mass of Christian burial will be held on Saturday, June 28, 2014 at 11am at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Rapson. Officiating will be Fr. Rob Howe, pastor. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe on Friday from 1-8pm, or Saturday at the church from 10am until the time of service at 11am. A Daughters of Isabella rosary will be offered on Friday at 4pm at the funeral home.
Surviving: 1 son: Paul of Texas; 2 daughters: Diane Hamm of Ira, MI, Janice (Mike) Pulaskey of Bad Axe; 4 grandchildren: Alaina Williams of Texas, Jacob Hamm of Ira, MI, Jodie Hamm of Memphis, MI, Nicholas Pulaskey of Bad Axe; 1 step brother: George (Millie) Gosdzinski of Brooklyn, MI; 1 step sister: Marie Zurek of Walled Lake; 3 sisters in law: Mildred Steciak of Bad Axe, Irene (Arnold) Stirrett of Sterling Heights, Eleanor Bambach of Bad Axe. She is preceded in death by 1 son: Roger Williams; 1 sister: Dolores Carney; 1 step-sister: Bernadette Nutt; 4 step-brothers: Joe, Alfred, Harold and Virgil Gosdzinski; 1 sister-in-law: Caroline Williams; 4 brothers-in-law: Alvin Williams, Ted Steciak, Steve Bambach, and Gordon Carney.
Eleanor Williams, age 79, of Bad Axe passed away on Monday, June 23 2014 at Courtney Manor in Bad Axe. She was born on June 4, 1935 in Minden City, daughter of the late Jacob and Martha (Gosdzinski) Kanaby. She married Elmer R. Williams on May 7, 1955 in St. Patrick Catholic Church in Palms. He preceded her in death on December 7, 2007. Eleanor attended Minden City Grade School and graduated from Ubly High School. She attended Northeastern School of Commerce of Bay City and St. Clair Community College with an Associates Degree in Business. She worked at Detroit Edison Co., Agrico Chemical Co., and S.T.& H. Oil Co. She helped start the Queen Bees Extension Study Group and has held many offices in Extension, including County Secretary. She was secretary for St. Rita's Altar Society and secretary at Rapson Sportsmen's Club. She lived 40 years in the Rapson area, 3 years in Lousiana, then moved to the Bad Axe area.
Name: Micah Chiotti
Age: 34
Hometown: Inver Grove Heights, MN
Funeral Date: June 30, 2014
Funeral services will be conducted 11AM, Monday, June 30, at Champagne Funeral Chapel in Elkton, with visitation 1 hour prior to the service. Rev. Rodney Schwab, pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church will officiate with interment at Riverside Cemetery, Elkton. Memorials preferred to Trinity Lutheran Church in Elkton.
Surviving are his loving parents, John & Donna; his sister, Juli; also many aunts, uncles, cousins & friends. Preceding him in death were paternal grandparents, Lavern and Shirley Chiotti and maternal grandparents, Leonard and Erna Bumhoffer.
He was born June 14, 1980 in Germany to John and Donna (Bumhoffer) Chiotti while his father was stationed there. Micah was co-valedictorian in 1998 at St. Croix Lutheran High School and an honors graduate at the University of Minnesota.
Name: Marie J. Kladzyk
Age: 93
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: June 27, 2014
Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, June 27th at noon at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Fr. Rob Howe and Fr. Thomas Schmied will officiate. Burial will take place at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Parisville. Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 26th from 2-8 pm at the Mac Chapel in Bad Axe and from 11 am until time of service at the church. A Scripture Service will be held Thursday, June 26, 2014 at 7 pm. at the Mac Chapel. Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com Memorials may be made to: Sisters of St. Joseph of the Third Order of St. Francis; Orchard Lake Schools (Ss. Cyril and Methodius Seminary); St. Hubert Parish (Sacred Heart); North Country Charity Group; Huron County Community Foundation; Bad Axe District Library; and American Friends of the Vatican Library.
Marie is survived by her sister, Helene Megge, four children: Franklin (Patricia) Kladzyk, Jr. of El Paso, TX; Pamela Kladzyk of Colfax Township, Kathryn Brown of Silver City, NM; and Thomas (Jo) Kladzyk of Manchester and Grand Marais, MI; nine grandchildren: Isaac, Kristofer, Benjamin, Anna, Tristan, René, Ellee, Christian, and Adrian; three great grandchildren: Emerson, Bode, and Alden; dog Callie, cats Blackie, CheeChoo, and Oreo. She was predeceased by her husband, Franklin James Kladzyk, Sr., and three brothers: Chester Ziemba, JD, Stephen Ziemba, JD, and Msgr. Walter Ziemba, PhD.
Marie J. Kladzyk, 93, left this world in the same way she lived her life, peacefully, and embraced by the love of her family. Wife, mother, and “Gramma” “Busia,” friend, faithful Catholic, and community booster, Marie died on June 22nd in her home. She was born on March 18th, 1921 in Detroit, daughter of Thomas and Sophia (Sosnowska) Ziemba. Marie married Franklin James “Frank” Kladzyk on June 27th, 1946, at St. Hyacinth Catholic Church, Detroit. Marie was baptized and attended grade school at St. Hyacinth Parish. She then attended the Felician Academy in Detroit, and graduated from the Detroit Business Institute. She was employed at the Personal Finance Loan Company, the Federal Building in Detroit, and the Internal Revenue Service, where she met her future husband, Franklin. They were married following his honorable discharge from the U.S. Marine Corps, and returned to Bad Axe in order to run the East End Hotel. In 1960 they began to design the Franklin Inn in Bad Axe, which opened in 1961. Following transfer of ownership of the Inn in 1970 to the Frank Lerash Family, Marie became part of the team at Huron County Community Mental Health as Office Manager, until her retirement. A woman who believed in community service, Marie was President of the Sacred Heart Altar Society, President of the Women’s Division of The Verona Hills Golf Club, and an Honorary Alumna and Ambassador of Orchard Lake Schools. She was on the Board of Directors of Community Mental Health from 1987-1999, and Recipient Rights Advisory Committee. She was a Friend of the Detroit Institute of Art, an American Friend of the Vatican Library, member of the Huron Medical Center Foundation, and a Girl Scout Troop Leader. She was an avid golfer, Bridge and Scrabble player, a gracious hostess, and was the Master of Ceremonies for “Granny Camp” summer events. She will be remembered for her Christian spirit, warm heart, and consummate grace.
Name: Kenneth S. McAulay
Age: 95
Hometown: Pigeon
Funeral Date: June 25, 2014
Date of Birth: October 08, 1918
Date of Passing: June 22, 2014
Funeral Home: Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home
The Funeral Service will be 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 25, 2014 at the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon, with Rev. Linda Fuller, pastor of Caseville United Methodist Church, officiating. Burial will follow at Caseville Township Cemetery. Memorials for Kenneth may be made to Scheurer Hospital or donor’s choice of charity. Memories may be shared online at meyersieckbussemafuneralhome.com. VISITATION AT MEYERSIECK-BUSSEMA FUNERAL HOME, PIGEON: Tuesday, June 24 2-8 p.m. Wednesday, June 25 10 a.m. until the funeral at 11 a.m.
Kenneth is survived by his wife Bertha; son John of Caseville; daughters, Ann (Crawford) Kennedy of Pigeon, and Jill (Lonnie) Hedley of Elkton; granddaughter Kristin Hedley (Mike Prosowski) of Elkton; and grandson Lonnie Kenneth of Roseville. He is also survived by three step grandchildren, Andrew (Deb) Kennedy of Santa Monica, California, Robert (MaryPat) Kennedy of Saginaw, and Glen (Roxanne) Kennedy of San Pedro, California; eight step great-grandchildren; and two step great great-grandchildren. He is also survived by sisters-in-law Maxine Thompson of Davison and Dianne (John) Kohr of Pigeon; brother-in-law Bob Huber of Standish; and many nieces and nephews.
Kenneth S. McAulay, age 95, passed away Sunday, June 22, 2014 at his home. Kenneth was born on October 9, 1918, the only child of the late Henry and Ina (Sprague) McAulay in Pigeon, Michigan. He graduated from Pigeon High School in 1936. After graduation he attended the University of Michigan for a brief time before returning home to help his father on the farm. He married Bertha Valkoun on March 28, 1942 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. They were married 72 years. In 1950, heart trouble forced Kenneth to rent out the family farm. He then owned and operated McAulay Furniture in Pigeon. In 1957, Kenneth returned to farming. He lived on the family farm, known as McAulay’s Corner, until his retirement from farming in 1983 when he and Bertha sold the farm and moved to Sand Point. After retiring from the farm, Kenneth received his license to sell real estate and worked several years for Scenic Realty. Kenneth treasured spending time with his family. He also enjoyed outdoor activities including fishing, hunting, boating, and snowmobiling. After retirement, Kenneth and Bertha enjoyed traveling. He was a member of the Caseville United Methodist Church. Kenneth was a life member of the Hubbard Winsor Masonic Lodge in Pigeon and was awarded his 70-year membership pin in May of this year. Kenneth was cared for in his home by special caregivers, Trent Morrison, Diane Fischer, and Karen Hessling. They were very special to him and his family during the past five years.
Name: Frances Mae Gorski
Age: 93
Hometown: Caseville
Funeral Date: June 25, 2014
A funeral mass will be at 11:00 am Wednesday, June 25th 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 Tuesday at the Champagne Funeral Chapel of Caseville. She will lie in-state one hour before mass on Wednesday in church. There will be a scripture service at 7:30pm Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials in her memory may be made to the Family Council at Courtney Manor. Condolences may be shared at www.cfcCaseville.com
She is survived by her loving family: son Andrew (Bonnie) of Caseville and daughter Deloris Culbreath of Shelby Twp; grandsons James Gorski (fiancee Jeanette Summerfield) and Robert Culbreath; great-grandchildren Jolene and Nicole Comby, Jordan Gorski and Hannah Culbreath; sisters Helen Guster of Caseville, Lois Dillon and Mary Orban both of Colwood; and special nieces Betty and Patti Steinman. She was preceded in death by her son-in-law Robert Culbreath, granddaughter Kimberly Culbreath, sisters Eleanor Perry, Erma Steele and Deloris Steinman, and brothers Leonard, Tuck, Roy and John Langley.
Frances was born June 6, 1921 in Caseville to the late Albertus and Susie (Vahovick) Langley. She married Andrew S. Gorski on September 22, 1945 at St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church in Pigeon. He preceded her in death on October 11, 1991. In 1951 she moved to Utica and lived there until moving to Caseville in 1979 when she retired. While living in Utica she drove school bus for 19 years for Utica Community Schools. She continued working at Walt’s Restaurant as a waitress until she was into her 80's. She was a member of St. Roch Catholic Church and the Caseville American Legion Auxiliary. She enjoyed her family, gardening, playing cards, BINGO and the Detroit Tigers.
Name: R Arthur Ortega
Age: 82
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: June 25, 2014
Services will be held on Wednesday, June 25, 2014 at 11 a.m. at the EvangeLife Assembly of God Church in Bad Axe. Officiating will be Rev. Darryl Harless. Burial will be in Colfax Cemetery. Friends may call at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe on Tuesday from 3-8 p.m. or Wednesday at the church from 10 a.m. until the service time at 11 a.m. Memorial may be offered to the Meadow Lane Alzheimer’s Unit.
Survived by: wife-Patricia Ortega of Bad Axe. 1 sister-Connie Ortega of Saginaw. 2 brothers-in-law-Clark (Veniece) Shuart of Filion. Jack Rochefort of Bad Axe. 5 sisters-in-law-Allene Walker of Bad Axe Janet Rotger of Bad Axe. Janie Shuart of Bad Axe. Grace Ortega of Saginaw. Judy Ortega of Templeton, CA Several loving nieces and nephews. Predeceased by: 2 brothers-Dan Ortega and Dick Ortega. 1 sister-Ophelia Acevedo.
R. Arthur Ortega, age 82, of Bad Axe, passed away on Saturday, June 21, 2014 at Huron Medical Center in Bad Axe. He was born on September 8, 1931 in Saginaw, son of the late Fred and Marina (Gamez) Ortega. He married Patricia Shuart on May 5, 1962 in Saginaw. Art served as an evangelistic minister for 44 years. He was the first manager of WAQP Christian TV station in Saginaw and worked for 9 years at the MESC office in Saginaw.
Name: Hubert G. Schultz
Age: 87
Hometown: Detroit
Funeral Date: June 25, 2014
He will lie instate Wednesday 9:00 am until time of Funeral Mass 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady Queen of Heaven Church, 8200 Rolyat (east of Van Dyke, south of Outer Drive) Detroit. Interment will be at St. Felix Cemetery in Pinnebog, MI. Expression of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com
Loving husband of the late Marjorie. Beloved father of the late Jeannie. Dearest brother of Mary Power and Francis X. Schultz Sr. Loving uncle to many nieces and nephews.
Hubert G. Schultz, of Detroit, formerly of Port Austin, age 87, passed away Saturday, June 21, 2014. Hubert will be sadly missed by his companion Skipper. He was also a devoted member of Our Lady Queen of Heaven for many years.
Name: Agatha Lafave
Age: 96
Hometown: Owendale
Funeral Date: June 23, 2014
Date of Birth: December 24, 1917
Date of Passing: June 20, 2014
Funeral Home: Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home
The Funeral Mass will be 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 23, 2014 at St. Agatha Church, Gagetown, with Fr. John Weis officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. A Vigil Service will take place at the church on Sunday, June 22 at 7:30 p.m. Our family is profoundly grateful to the Carmelite Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and all the staff at St. Ann’s Home in Grand Rapids for their skillful and loving care of our dear mother. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Ann’s Home, 2161 Leonard NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 or a charity of your choice. Memories may be shared online at meyersieckbussemafuneralhome.com VISITATION AT ST. AGATHA CHURCH, GAGETOWN: Sunday, June 22 6-8 p.m. Monday, June 23 10 a.m. until the mass at 11 a.m.
She was preceded in death by her husband Murl in 2000, her parents, and all of her siblings: Leo Seurynck, Mamie Dillon Russell, Elva Pine Cox, Helen Dillon Stock, and Rose Margaret Seurynck (in childhood). She was also preceded in death by her sons-in-law, Kurt Berkenpas and Bob Potter, as well as many in-laws, friends and dear neighbors. Together they raised four children, who survive: Marsha Potter of Grand Rapids; Dennis (Cheryl) LaFave of Caledonia; Lynette (Randy Mikolowski) LaFave of Traverse City; and Kathy Berkenpas of Grand Haven. Also surviving are her grandchildren and their families: Jared (Sarah) LaFave, Baker and Arden of River Falls, Wisconsin; Brooke (Nick) Chapman of Seattle Washington; Stephanie (Troy) Teitsma, Jackson and Mary Blythe Birmingham, Michigan; and Adam Berkenpas of the Philippines. She is also survived by many caring nieces, nephews, and in-laws.
Agatha Emelia (Seurynck) LaFave, age 96, formerly of Owendale, peacefully left us on Friday, June 20, 2014. Agatha was born Christmas Eve, 1917, to Leo and Mary (Savoyard) Seurynck in Gagetown, Michigan. Agatha graduated Gagetown High School and Tuscola County Normal School and then taught at Ferguson and Carolan Schools in Tuscola County until her marriage to Murl in 1943. A devout Catholic, Agatha was a member of St. Agatha’s Church in Gagetown, after which she was named as she was the first female baby to be baptized in the new sanctuary of the present church. There she was active in Altar Society, serving in several leadership roles, Bible and liturgical study, and other church activities. Along with her sisters and others in Altar Society, Agatha made liturgical banners which hang yet today in the church sanctuary. She also taught 4-H sewing at St. Agatha’s School, was a member of Owendale Study Club, was a captain for American Cancer Society, bowled and golfed. Agatha was known as a creative and talented seamstress, and loved sewing for herself, her daughters and grandchildren. Agatha liked to travel and especially enjoyed two trips to Europe with her daughter Marsha as well as many family trips in the U.S. and Canada. She treasured time with her sisters and brother and also with special neighbors, Stella Errer (dec.) and Mabel Lenda. Together Agatha and Murl took great pride in maintaining their home, farm and business south of Owendale. We loved Mom and Grandma for many things, but especially for her fairness, patience, sense of humor and open-mindedness. She was a great listener and wise counselor, very gracious and giving, always humble and gentle, very practical and frugal. She was always elegant, always a lady, and we will miss her greatly.
Name: Frances M. Walsh
Age: 52
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: June 26, 2014
Date of Birth: January 07, 1962
Date of Passing: June 20, 2014
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Funeral services will be conducted 11:00 AM Thursday, June 26, at the Community Wesleyan Church, Elkton with Rev William O’nan, pastor officiating. Friends may call from 2 to 8 PM Wednesday at the Champagne Funeral Chapel, Elkton and at the church after 10 AM Thursday. Memorials may be directed to her church or the family and words of condolence may be shared at www.cfcelkton.com.
Surviving are her husband, Wendell; her daughter, Jessica Walsh of Bad Axe; a granddaughter, Alexis of Bad Axe; her father, Louis Robles Sr. of Elkton; five siblings, Louis Robles Jr. of Lansing, Ted (Mary) Robles of Columbiaville, Alex (Sherry) Robles of Cass City, Frank (Tanya) Robles of Bay City and Linda (Ken) Partlo of Akron and many nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death was an infant sister, Dorothy Robles.
Frances M. (Robles) Walsh age 52 of Bad Axe went home to her Lord, Friday evening, June 20, at McLaren Bay Region Hospital, Bay City. She was born January 7, 1962 in Bad Axe to Louis Robles and the late Geraldine (Mattice) Robles, grew up in Elkton and was a 1979 graduate of Laker High School. On August 24, 1979, she was united in marriage to Wendell Walsh at St Ignatius Catholic Church, Freeburg, making their home near Bad Axe. Frances was an aspiring artist, who did beautiful painting and sketches, many of which she displayed at area businesses. Frances gave art lessons in order to share her artistic gift with others. Frances also had a beautiful singing voice and when she was healthy she sang for her church and other events. She attended services at Community Wesleyan Church and enjoyed baking, working in her flower garden and family gatherings.
Name: Barbara E. Meyer
Age: 77
Hometown: Caseville
Funeral Date: June 21, 2014
Funeral services will be conducted 11:00 AM Saturday, June21, at St. John Episcopal Church with burial in St. Roch Cemetery, Caseville. Friends may call at the champagne Funeral Chapel, ELKTON, from 3 to 8 PM Friday and at the church after 10 AM Saturday. Memorials may be directed to the church or the family and words of condolence may be shared at www.cfcelkton.com.
Surviving are three children, Michelle (Doug) Wiederhold of Elkton, Jeff (Kim) Meyer of Belleville and Mark (Lesa) Meyer of Caseville; eight grandchildren, Dr. Heather (Mark) Walters, Holly (Dave) Webb, Kory (Janelle) Wiederhold, Andy Meyer, Heidi Wiederhold, Amber Beyer, Kyle Wiederhold and Ashley Meyer; seven great grandchildren, Madison, Angel, Alexis, Kylee, Kaitlyn, Maci and Brody and her brother-in-law, Brian Meyer of Caseville. Preceding her in death was he husband of 52 years, Greg and her brother, Michael Hunyadi.
Barbara E. Meyer age 77, of Caseville died Wednesday evening, June 18, at Covenant Cooper, Saginaw. She was born May 30, 1937 in Detroit to the late Lester and Irene (Novak) Hunyadi and grew up in the Detroit area. On July 7, 1956, she was united in marriage to H. Greg Meyer in Detroit. Barb worked as an nurse’s aide in Westland a number of years. Then in 1972, they moved their family to Caseville. Barb opened her own beauty salon in Caseville, naming it “Barb’s Clip Joint”. She operated it until her parents were unable to take care of themselves, becoming their care giver. During that time, owing to her love of books and reading, she started a used book store on Main Street calling it the, “Garage Used Book Store”, which she still operated. She was a member of St. John Episcopal Church, Sand Point; past member of the Caseville Retirement Club and Caseville Eagle’s Auxiliary.
Name: Victor Arnold Weiss
Age: 80
Hometown: Harbor Beach, MI
Funeral Date: June 20, 2014
Funeral Services for Victor will be Friday, June 20, 2014 at 11 am at Zion Lutheran Church of Harbor Beach with Rev. Ron Schultz officiating. Burial will follow in Rock Falls Cemetery. Visitation for Victor will be Thursday, June 19, 2014 from 1-8pm at the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Visitation on Friday will be at the church from 10 am until time of services at 11 am. A Scripture Service will take place on Thursday at the funeral home at 7 pm. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com.
He is survived by his wife Lois Weiss of Harbor Beach, and children: Larry V. Weiss of Kinde, Lynn Wendell and her husband Frank of Kinde, David Weiss and his wife Bobbi of Port Hope, Victor D. Weiss of Montana, and Mark Weiss and his wife Nicole of North Carolina. 10 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren, and brother Rodney Weiss and his wife Janet of Port Hope. Victor was preceded in death by a daughter Connie Weiss, and his siblings: Jerry Weiss, Sonny Weiss and Evelyn Deer.
He was born on July 20, 1933 in Port Hope to the late Otto and Clara (Schmidt) Weiss. Victor and Lois Tenbusch were united in marriage on March 28, 1953 in Port Hope. Victor was a member of Zion Lutheran Church of Harbor Beach, and the Harbor Beach Lions Club. He was the caretaker of the Rock Falls Cemetery for many years. Victor enjoyed being with his grandchildren, fishing, and wood working.
Name: Kenneth Bukoski
Age: 60
Hometown: Ubly, Mi
Funeral Date: June 19, 2014
Date of Birth: August 26, 1953
Date of Passing: June 16, 2014
Funeral Home: Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home
The funeral service for Kenneth will be 7:00 pm Thursday, June 19 at Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly. Rev. Charles Hammond, pastor of Good Shepherd Parish in Ubly will officiate. Burial will be in St. John Catholic Cemetery in Ubly. Visitation will be at the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly on Thursday from 3:00-9:00 pm. Memorials have been requested to the Family Discretionary Fund. Please visit www.smigielskifuneralhomes.com to express your sympathy and sign the guest book for Kenneth’s family.
Kenneth is survived by his son, Ken Jr. and his special friend, Sherry Pionk of Owendale; his mother, Joeva Bukoski of Ubly; three brothers, Carl and his wife, Sally of Midland, Joseph and his wife, JoEllen of Cass City, Vincent and his wife, Kelly of Ubly; two sisters, Mary Osentoski and her husband, John of Ubly, Joann Volmering and her fiancé Eric Holdwick of Harbor Beach; one grandson, Kelton Bukoski of Sandusky; many aunts, uncles nieces and nephews.
Mr. Kenneth Bukoski, 60 of Ubly, passed away Monday, June 16, 2014 at McLaren Bay Region after a short illness. He was born on August 26, 1953 in Bad Axe to Joeva (Franzel) Bukoski and the late Harry A. Bukoski. Kenneth was a graduate of Ubly High School. He was an over the road cross country driver for various trucking companies including local trucking companies until 2004. He also owned and operated Ken’s Trucking Company for 5 years. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and playing euchre.
Name: Gladys E. Koehn
Age: 93
Hometown: Harbor Beach, MI
Funeral Date: Not Available
A memorial service will be announced for the middle of July. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements are being handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com
She was the last surviving child of the late Herman and Ida (Arndt) Koehn. She was preceded in death by her brothers; Arthur and Frederick, and her sister Della Seltz. She is survived by her nieces, Shirley Koehn and Elaine (Seltz) Miller, and nephews, David, Paul and Charles Koehn, as well as her devoted friends, Marilyn Hazel and Nina Messing.
Gladys was a teacher in Harbor Beach at the Rock Falls School and also in Saginaw. She loved the farm life with flowers and animals, raising Shelties, sheep, chickens and turkeys in her days on her grandfather’s place before finishing her days under the watchful and helpful care of Lakeview Extended Care in Harbor Beach. She was a life-long member of Zion Lutheran Church, where memorial gifts may be given.
Name: Elaine Marie Mazure
Age: 60
Hometown: Harbor Beach, MI
Funeral Date: June 19, 2014
Date of Birth: October 31, 1953
Date of Passing: June 16, 2014
Funeral Home: Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home
Mass of Christian burial will be 11 am, Thursday, June 19, 2014 at Sacred Heart Church of St. Hubert Parish in Bad Axe. Rev. Robert Howe, pastor will officiate. Burial will be in Most Holy Trinity Cemetery of Smith Corners. Visitation will be at the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly on Wednesday from 1:30-9:00 pm and Thursday from 10:00-11:00 am at the church only. There will be a parish vigil service Wednesday evening at 7:00 pm at the funeral home. Please visit www.smigielskifuneralhomes.com to express your sympathy and sign the guest book for Elaine’s family.
Elaine is survived by her husband of 31 years, Bill of Harbor Beach; five children, Lisa Mazure and her significant other, Matthew Cooper of Bad Axe, Derek of Harbor Beach, Michael and his fiancée Ashley Sweeney, Kurt and his wife, Melissa, Kristen Mazure, all of Bad Axe; three grandchildren, Danica Cooper, Jolene Zarodkiewicz, Spencer Mazure; her mother, Marge Pawloski of Elkton, two sisters, Lee Ann Cook of Bad Axe, Beverly (Don) Deaton of Howell; two brothers-in-law, Dave (Lorraine) Mazure of Florida, Myron (Suzanna) Mazure of Ubly; two sisters-in-law, Diane (Tom) Talaski of Port Austin, Deb (Fred) Koroleski of Kinde; a very special aunt, Karen (Ric) Larabee of Nevada, her aunt Shirley Faust, two uncles, Lionel Faust of Flint and Ronald Faust; several cousins, nieces and nephews. Elaine was preceded in death by her father, one brother-in-law, LaVerne Cook and her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Arthur and Mary Mazure.
Mrs. Elaine Marie Mazure, 60 of Harbor Beach passed away Monday, June 16, 2014 at her home surrounded by her loving family after a short battle with cancer. Elaine was born on October 31, 1953 in Elkton, MI to Marjorie “Marge” (Faust) Pawloski and the late Edward Pawloski. She married William “Bill” Mazure on July 17, 1982. Elaine was a graduate of Laker High School. She enjoyed participating in dirt track racing and powder puff demolition derbies. Elaine was a homemaker until her children were grown. She was a server at Verona Hills Golf Club for many years. The last eight years, Elaine was employed at the golden arches and greeted daily coffee and breakfast customers. Elaine enjoyed taking care of and cooking for her family. She enjoyed listening to country and western music, playing euchre and pinochle, hayrides and spending time outdoors. Elaine cherished her time spent with her grandchildren and having “get togethers”.
Name: James M Biggert
Age: 66
Hometown: Columbiaville and Pinnebog
Funeral Date: June 23, 2014
Date of Birth: October 02, 1947
Date of Passing: June 15, 2014
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Funeral services will be conducted 5:00 PM Monday, June 23, at Champagne Funeral Chapel, Elkton. Rev. Kathy Grimes, pastor of the Chandler Presbyterian Church will officiate. Friends may call from 2 to 5 PM Monday. Military honors will be provided by the Elkton VFW Post #6013.
Surviving are his wife, Betty-Jean; a son David Biggert; grandson, Zachary; a brother, Joe Biggert of Shelby Twp.; two sisters, Barbara (Doug) Calhoun and Jackie (Jim) Powell both of Flint and several nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death was a nephew, Jimmy Powell.
James M. Biggert age 66 of Columbiaville and Pinnebog died Sunday afternoon, June 15, McLaren Lapeer after a long fight with diabetes. He was born October 2,1947 in Aberdeen, Mississippi to the late Jesse and Annie Mae (Clark) Biggert and moved to the Flint area with his family, when he was 12 years old. After high school, Jim joined the US Marines for four years, with 18 months service in Vietnam . On April 18, 1970, he was united in marriage to Betty-Jean Fleming at the Chandler Presbyterian Church, north of Elkton. Jim was a Plumber/ Pipefitter by trade, he was employed at JR Controls, Southfield over 20 years and 10 years with Detroit Broach before retiring for health reasons. Jim was an avid hunter and golfer and enjoyed camping and being out of doors. He and Betty enjoyed spending winters in Sebring, Florida He was a member of the 40 ET8 Lapeer, American Legion Post 16, Lapeer and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post # 4139, Lapeer
Name: Gary L. Franzel
Age: 50
Hometown: Ubly
Funeral Date: June 20, 2014
Visitation will be held 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, June 18, 2014 in Kranz Funeral Home - Cass City, and 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, June 19, 2014 in Kranz Funeral Home - Cass City with a Vigil Service at 7 p.m. Further visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday, June 20, 2014 in St. Ignatius Catholic Church - Frieburg Funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, June 20, 2014 in St. Ignatius Catholic Church, Frieburg, Good Shepherd Parish with Rev. Charles Hammond, officiating. Interment will be in St. Ignatius Cemetery, Frieburg. Pallbearers for Mr. Franzel: Dale Doerr, Tom Grifka, Mike Stout, Jerry Brown, Gordon Walsh and Mike Lautner. Memorials may be made to Family Discretionary Fund. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and stories with the family at www.kranzfuneralhome.com.
Gary is survived by his children: Chelsey Franzel of Denver, CO; Adam Franzel of Shelby Township, Cory Franzel of Shelby Township; parents: Charles and Sharon Franzel of Ubly; special friend, Jeanette Marker of Sebewaing; brothers: Christopher Franzel of Bad Axe, Michael Franzel of Ubly, David (Jeni) Franzel of Ubly, Kevin Franzel of Ubly, Charles Franzel, Jr. of Caseville, Richard (Sarah) Franzel of Ubly, Rodney Franzel of Ubly, Brian (Nancy) Franzel of Ubly, Bradley Franzel of Ubly; sisters: Kimberly (Greg) Keller of Ubly, Karen (Joseph) Pichla of Freeland, Kelly (Robert) Comini of Highland, Kathy Franzel of Sterling Heights; grandmother, Rita Walsh of Ubly; many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his infant sister, Elaine; grandparents: Leo Walsh, Glen and Emma Franzel.
He was born February 21, 1964 in Deckerville the first of 14 children born to Charles John and Sharon Ann (Walsh) Franzel. Gary owned Franzel Carpentry in Southeast Michigan for 9 years. He also worked for Posen Construction in Southeast Michigan. Gary was employed with Quality Wood Products in Ubly up until his passing. Gary loved the outdoors, enjoying deer hunting and fishing as well as snowmobiling, boating and riding his Harley. Gary also enjoyed gardening, canning and freezing the food he grew.
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