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.
Name: Anna R. Goretski
Age: 99
Hometown: longtime resident of Locksley New York
Funeral Date: June 23, 2014
Mass of Christian burial will take place Monday, June 23, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Michael Catholic Church in Port Austin with Fr. Craig Carolan presiding. Burial will take place at St. Michael’s Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday, June 22, 2014 from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. with scripture services at 7:00 p.m. at the MacAlpine Funeral Home and Monday at 10:00 a.m. until time of service at the church. Memorials may be offered to the donor’s choice. Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Anna is survived by a daughter Bernadine M. Marshall; Grandsons: Michael G. Marshall and James J. Marshall; Great Granddaughters: Kelsey Ann Marshall and Katelin Briann Marshall. Anna was preceded in death by her son Harold Goretski and daughter Gloria Goretski.
Anna R. Goretski, (nee Hoody) age 99, longtime resident of Locksley (Hamburg), New York passed away June 15, 2014 in Amherst, NY. Anna was born in Port Austin on April 18, 1915 to the late John & Rosa (Rybak) Hoody. Anna was a seamstress for Niagara Apparel Company and retired from New Era Cap Company. She was an active member of several local recreational clubs, enjoyed painting, day trips and other craft projects.
Name: Betty J. Shetler
Age: 59
Hometown: Ubly
Funeral Date: June 16, 2014
Service will be held on Monday, June 16th at Ubly United Methodist Church at 11am with Pastor Pam Barnett officiating. Burial will be held at the Caseville Township Cemetery. Viewing will be held on Sunday, June 15th at the MacAlpine Funeral Home from 4pm – 9pm and on Monday, June 16h from 10am until time of service. Memorials may be made out to the Voice of the Martyrs or the Forgotten Man Ministries. Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Betty is survived by her husband, John, of 26 years; sons Mark (Angela) Shetler, and Gordon (Melissa) Shetler of Minnesota, daughter Mariah Shetler of Ubly; brother Robert (Kathy) Smith of Caro; and sisters Barbara (Don) Faupel of Elkton and Linda (Burt) Keefer of Pigeon, along with many nieces and nephews.
Betty J. Shetler, 59, of Ubly passed away at home on June 12, 2014. Betty was born in Pigeon on June 14, 1954 to Robert & Joyce (DeGrow) Smith. She married John Shetler in August 1987. Betty attended Ubly United Methodist Church. She was a teacher and loved reading, walking and all kinds of animals. Betty was an associate Chaplin for the Huron County Jail for many years and part of the Forgotten Man Ministries as well as Moms in Touch.
Name: Terry Richard Bambach
Age: 75
Hometown: Pinnebog
Funeral Date: Not Available
Condolences may be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Terry is survived by his wife Shirley of 52 years, sons Ron (Heidi) of Kinde, Tom (Denise) of Sebewaing; daughter Cathy Bambach of Freeland; brothers Jim (Mary) of Macomb Township and Dave (Leta) of Kinde, sisters Doreen (Ed) Korn of Port Austin and Lenore (Jim) Bright of Colorado; grandchildren: Samantha, Danny, Zachary, Kaylee, Rhonda, Jason, Rachael, Nathan and Jeffrey; great-grandchildren:Jayden, Nevaeh, and Carson and several step great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Denise.
Terry Richard Bambach, 75, passed away on June 11, 2014 at his home in Port Austin Township. Terry was born on March 25, 1939 in Pinnebog to the late John and Lillian (Power) Bambach. He was married to Shirley Nelson on August 19, 1961. Terry served in the U.S. Navy from April 1956 to April 1960. He was a member of the American Legion Club in Port Austin, Moose Lodge and the VFW Auxiliary. He was employed at Wil-le Farms in Bad Axe. Terry loved to cook, hunt for deer, listen to Polka music and pull floats in parades down in Florida.
Name: Gertrude C. Glaza
Age: 98
Hometown: Ubly
Funeral Date: June 16, 2014
Date of Birth: August 25, 1915
Date of Passing: June 11, 2014
Funeral Home: Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home
Mass of Christian burial will be 11 am Monday, June 16 at St. John Catholic Church of Good Shepherd Parish in Ubly. Rev. Patrick O’ Connor, pastor of St. Brigid Catholic Church in Midland will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be at the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly on Sunday from 2:00-9:00 pm and Monday from 10:00-11:00 am at St. John Church only. There will be a joint rosary by the St. John Christian Mothers and the Daughters of Isabella Sunday afternoon at 4 pm and a parish vigil service at 7:30 pm. Both services will be at the funeral home. Please visit www.smigielskifuneralhomes.com to express your sympathy and sign the guest book for Gertrude’s family.
Gertrude is survived by her loving children all of Ubly, Marie Roberts, Donald “Orv” Glaza and his wife, Marcia, Arnold Glaza and Larry Glaza and his wife, Doty; 13 grandchildren; 30 great grandchildren; 4 great great grandchildren; four sisters, Sophie Sawle of Clinton Township, Florence Mattis and her husband, Frank of Dearborn Heights, Martha Krug of Bad Axe, Louise Gibson and her husband Ray of Ubly; and one sister-in-law, Joann Stros and her husband, Richard of Port Hope; and One brother-in-law, Richard Krug of Ubly Gertrude was preceded in death one son-in-law, William Roberts; one daughter-in-law, Judy Glaza; one granddaughter, Jodi Glaza; four brothers, Ervin, Stanley, Clemence and Henry Briolat; three sisters, Ruth Krug, Ann Leppek and Irene Osentoski.
Mrs. Gertrude C. Glaza, 98 years young and lifelong resident of Ubly, passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2014 at the Willow Tree Haven Home in Gagetown. Gertrude was born on August 25, 1915 in Ubly to the late Roman and Pauline (Pollum) Briolat. She married Stanley Glaza on October 15, 1935 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Ubly. He preceded her in death on August 19, 1996. Gertrude was a graduate of the Proctor Country School. She was a lifelong parishioner at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Ubly where she was a member of the Christian Mothers. Gertrude was a former officer and active member of the Daughters of Isabella Fidelis Regina Circle #608 for over 50 years. She enjoyed trips to northern Michigan, quilting, needle work and china painting. Gertrude especially enjoyed playing any kind of card games and entertaining, which usually went hand in hand. Gertrude cherished anytime spent with her loving family and friends.
Name: Jeanette M. Goniwecha
Age: 79
Hometown: Harbor Beach
Funeral Date: June 13, 2014
Date of Birth: December 10, 1934
Date of Passing: June 10, 2014
Funeral Home: Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home
Mass of Christian burial will be 11 am Friday, June 13 at St. Mary Catholic Church of St. Isidore Parish in Parisville. Rev. Todd Arnberg, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be at the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly on Thursday from 1:30-9:00 pm and Friday from 9:00-10:00 am. There will be a rosary by the St. Mary Rosary Sodality Thursday evening at 7:00 pm and a parish vigil service at 7:30 pm. Both services will be at the funeral home. Memorials have been requested to the Family Discretionary Fund. Please visit www.smigielskifuneralhomes.com to express your condolences and sign the guest book for Jeanette’s family.
Jeanette is survived by two sisters, Jacqueline Goniwiecha of Harbor Beach, Rita Frank of Cleveland, Ohio; one brother-in-law, Joseph Calabrese of Pompano, Fla., three nephews, Don Frank, Joseph Frank and Leslie Weiss Jr.; two nieces, Mary Schillinger and Susan Weiss-Dobson; 13 great nieces and nephews. Jeanette was preceded in death by three sisters, Mary Isabelle, Evelyn Calabrese and Mary Weiss and her husband, Leslie; one brother-in-law, Donald Frank.
Ms. Jeanette M. Goniwecha, 79 of Harbor Beach passed away Tuesday, June 10, 2014 at Courtney Manor in Bad Axe. Jeanette was born on December 10, 1934 in Harbor Beach to the late Walter and Rose (Wodwaska) Goniwiecha. Jeanette attended Duda Elementary School and was a 1953 graduate of Harbor Beach Community Schools. She worked on the family farm and cooked for many weddings in the area. Jeanette was a lifelong parishioner at St. Mary Catholic Church in Parisville where she was a member of the Rosary Sodality. Jeanette enjoyed gardening, baking, being outdoors and visiting with family and friends.
Name: Lucas Matthew Klosowski
Age: 3
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: June 14, 2014
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, June 14, 2014 at 11 am. at Sacred Heart Church - St. Hubert Parish in Bad Axe. Burial in Verona Cemetery. Friends may call at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe on Friday from 1-8 pm. or Saturday at the church from 10 am. until the service time at 11 am.
Surviving; his parents Matthew and Vicki Klosowski of Bad Axe. Maternal Grandparents; Ron (Kay) McCrea of Bad Axe. Paternal Grandparents: Robert (Mary) Klosowski of Port Austin. Maternal Great Grandmother; Lena McCrea of Bad Axe. A brother; Dalton Geiger of Bad Axe, 2 sisters; Krista Geiger of Bad Axe, Morgan Klosowski of Bad Axe. 3 Uncles; Thomas (Melissa) Klosowski of Kinde, Chris (Amanda) McCrea of Bad Axe, James (Briynne) McCrea of Bad Axe. Predeceased by 1 aunt; Tracy McCrea.
Lucas Matthew Klosowski, age 3 of Bad Axe, passed away on Tuesday June 10, 2014 at Covenant-Harrison Hospital in Saginaw surrounded by his family. He was born on July 9, 2010 in Bad Axe, son of Matthew and Vicki (McCrea) Klosowski. Lucas enjoyed being on the farm and taking care of the animals. He wanted to be a paramedic and a farmer when he grew up.
Name: Neoma Jean Long
Age: 89
Hometown: Harbor Beach
Funeral Date: June 13, 2014
Funeral Services for Neoma will be Friday, June 13, 2014 at 1 pm at Zion Lutheran Church with Rev. Ron Schultz officiating. Burial will follow at Rock Falls Cemetery. Visitation for Neoma will be on Thursday from 5-9pm 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.
Neoma is survived by her sister Joan Kleinknecht of Harbor Beach and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert, her brother Melvin Kaufman, her sister Marlene and her sister Gladys.
NEOMA JEAN LONG, age 89 of Harbor Beach passed away Tuesday, June 10, 2014 at Lakeview Extended Care and Rehab Center of the Harbor Beach Community Hospital. She was born on September 22, 1924 to the late George and Eva (Fleming) Kaufman. She and Robert Long were united in marriage in 1942. Neoma graduated from Port Hope School in 1942. She was employed at Midwest Rubber in Deckerville for 16 years. She enjoyed crocheting, quilting, good music and her favorite activity was watching the Detroit Tigers. Neoma was a confirmed member of the Port Hope St. John Lutheran Church and later the Zion Lutheran Church of Harbor Beach.
Name: Joseph B. Rutkowski
Age: 85
Hometown: Ubly
Funeral Date: June 14, 2014
Date of Birth: August 23, 1928
Date of Passing: June 09, 2014
Funeral Home: Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home
Mass of Christian burial will be 11 am Saturday, June 14 at St. Mary Catholic Church of St. Isidore Parish in Parisville with military honors. Rev. William Rutkowski, Vicar General of the Saginaw Diocese will officiate. Burial will be in the St. John Catholic Cemetery in Ubly. Visitation will be at the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly on Friday from 1:30-9:00 pm and Saturday form 10:00-11:00 am at the church only. There will be a Men’s Club rosary at 7:00 pm Friday evening and a parish vigil service at 7:30. Both services will be at the funeral home. Memorials have been requested to the Family Discretionary Fund. Please visit www.smigielskifuneralhomes.com to express your condolences and sign the guest book for Joseph’s family.
Joseph is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Maxine of Ubly; five children, Kenneth and his wife, Linda of Port Austin, Albert and his wife, Geraldine of Ubly, Lynette Ciejka of Meridan, Idaho, Doreen Rutkowski of Ubly and Dean and his special friend, Margo Valancia of Louisville, Texas; 13 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; two brothers, Edward and Clarence and his wife, Christine, both of Ubly; three sisters, Reta Pollum of Ubly, Marcy Guigar of Royal Oak, Leona Zinger of Bay City, two sisters-in-law, Barbara Rutkowski of Ubly and Marie Ritter and her husband Larry of Bad Axe. Joseph was preceded in death by one brother, Elmer Rutkowski, two brothers-in-law, Herman Pollum and Gerald Guigar.
Mr. Joseph B. Rutkowski, of Ubly, passed away Monday, June 9, 2014 at the Bay Special Care Hospital. He was born August 23, 1928 in Ubly to the late Albert and Mary (Wrubel) Rutkowski. He married Maxine Wasielewski on May 21, 1955 at St. Ignatius Catholic Church in Freiburg. Joseph was a graduate of a country school. He served in the US Army during the Korean War. He was employed at the Plymouth Chrysler plant for a few years, Carmet for 29 years before retiring in 1993. He also worked at Evans Products in Gagetown for 8 years. Joseph was a lifelong parishioner at St. Mary Catholic Church in Parisville where he was a member of the Men’s Club for 50 years. He enjoyed carpentry, gardening, playing cards, especially euchre and pinochle, and trips to Northern Michigan.
Name: Donald L. Buehrly
Age: 82
Hometown: Cass City
Funeral Date: June 12, 2014
Funeral service will be held 11:00 A.M. Thursday, June 12, 2014 in Cass City United Methodist Church with Rev. Jackie Roe officiating. Interment will be in Elkland Township Cemetary. Military honors under the direction of U.S. Army and Caro American Legion Post #7. Visitation will be from 2:00 to 5:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 P.M. on Wednesday, June 11, 2014 in Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City and from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. Thursday, June 12, 2014 in Cass City United Methodist Church. Memorials may be made to Cass City United Methodist Church or Special Olympics.
Donald is survived by his sister-in-law, Louise Buerhly of Cass City; nephew, Larry (Tamara) Buehrly of Cass City; niece Christine (Ken) Harris of Annapolis, MD; 3 grand nephews; one grand niece; and several cousins. He is preceded in death by his sister, Esther Buehrly; and brother, Dale Buehrly.
Don served in the U.S. Army. He worked for General Motors in Flint, Active Industries in Elkton and Cass City Manufacturing before his job as a crane operator for Sebewaing Industries, which he held for 27 years. Don also was a lifelong farmer. He was a member of Farm Bureau, and Caro American Legion Post #7. He was a former trustee on the Elkland Township Board for eight years. Don served as Presidnet for the North Port Huron District of United Methodist men's group for eight years. He was a member of Cass City United Methodist Church and past member of the Cass City Laymen's Club. He served as Sunday School Superintendent for many years. Don worked as a volunteer at Tendercare Nursing Facility, a job he enjoyed very much.
Name: Donna Marie Cummings
Age: 81
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: Not Available
Donna's family send their sincere thank you to the staff at Courtney Manor for the excellent care and compassion. In keeping with her wishes, there will be no services or visitation. Arrangement by the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe.
Surviving are a son; Lou (Cathy) Cummings of Mount Pleasant. 2 daughters; Lisa (Brian) Gunn of Bad Axe, Lori (Joe) Holdwick of Bad Axe. A sister; Connie (Jim) Smith of Birmingham, AL. 2 nephews; Ed (Michelle) Smith of Birmingham, AL. Brian (Ashley) Smith of Birmingham, AL. 8 grandchildren; Cory Gunn and special friend, Amanda Dean of Ubly. Ryan Cummings of Mount Pleasant, Eric Cummings of Mount Pleasant. Cody Gunn of Bad Axe, Katie Cummings of Mount Pleasant, Cylee Gunn of Bad Axe, Courtney Holdwick.
Donna Marie Cummings, age 81 of Bad Axe, passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2014 at Courtney Manor in Bad Axe. She was born on April 15, 1933 in Bad Axe, daughter of the late Louis and Marion (Gregrush) Stein. Donna enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She especially loved being around her grandchildren.
Name: Randy James Dutcher
Age: 57
Hometown: Pigeon, MI
Funeral Date: June 09, 2014
Funeral services will be at 11:00 am Monday, June 9th at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church with Rev. Steven Stolarczyk officiating. Burial will be in New Bay Port Cemetery. Visitation will be 2 to 7 pm Sunday at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church (corner of M-25 and Crescent Beach Road), and one hour prior to the service on Monday. Memorials may be made to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church or Hospital Hospitality House at Covenant Hospital. Champagne Funeral Chapel of Caseville is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be shared at www.cfcCaseville.com
He is survived by his wife Pamela; son Roland Joseph (Tabitha) and daughter Tiffany Nicole (Joey) Haynes, both of Alabama; grandchildren Tyler, Noah and Waylen; brothers Rick of Richmond and Robert of Florida; sister Deanne of Arizona; the mother of his children Tammy Dutcher of Alabama; and many other extended family. He was preceded in death by his brother Ronnie.
Randy James Dutcher, 57, of Pigeon died Friday, June 6, 2014 at his home while under hospice care. Randy was born June 12, 1956 in Sandusky to the late Roland and Doris (Casebier) Dutcher. After high school he moved from Sebewaing to the Gulf Coast of Mississippi. There he worked as both a commercial fisherman and a heavy equipment operator for the city of Pascagoula. He married Pamela Dressler of Sebewaing on November 21, 1999 in Mississippi. They returned to Pigeon in 2004. He was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. He was a talented woodworker, but his greatest love was fishing: sport fishing but also fishing for souls by spreading God’s word.
Name: James Daniel (Danny) McGuire
Age: 65
Hometown: Port Austin
Funeral Date: June 25, 2014
Date of Birth: October 21, 1948
Date of Passing: June 06, 2014
Funeral Home: Knoblock Funeral Home
Per Danny’s wishes cremation has taken place and there will not be a visitation. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, June 25, 2014, at 11a.m. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Annunciation of the Lord Parish, in Port Austin. Arrangements are through Knoblock Funeral Home of Kinde.
Danny will be sadly missed by his sister, Carole (Don) Inda of Port Austin, his brother, Shawn McGuire of Port Austin, a sister in law, Monica McGuire of Highland, nieces Venessa (Joseph) Knoblock of Ionia, Denise McGuire of Highland, Danielle (Jon) Moreira of Nashua, NH, and Charlotte Inda of Port Austin, a nephew, Don (Cassie) Inda of Prattville, AL, great-nieces Caroline and Alexis Knoblock, and great nephews Jack and Dylan Inda. Danny was preceded in death by his parents and his oldest brother, Tom McGuire.
James Daniel (Danny) McGuire, 65, passed away on Friday, June 6, 2014, at Huron Medical Center following a short battle with lung cancer. Danny was born on October 21, 1948, in Bad Axe, MI, to Caroline (nee` Krull) and James (Mickey) McGuire. Danny lived his whole life in Port Austin. He loved to play softball, go to the casino, and solve the world’s problems with his friends at the Stock Pot and Joe’s Pizzeria. Danny was a kind, gentle soul who loved children and animals. Danny worked in the family masonry business at his father’s side for many years. He was a skilled mason with a tireless work ethic. Later, Danny worked with his friends Eldie and Arnie cutting trees.
Name: Evelyn June Richmond
Age: 83
Hometown: McKinley Township
Funeral Date: June 08, 2014
Funeral services will be conducted 1:00 PM. Sunday, June 8, at St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church, Berne. Rev. James Gorsenger, pastor, will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Saturday, June 7 at the Champagne Funeral Chapel, Elkton and from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. at the church. Those unable to attend may sign the guest book at www.cfcElkton.com.
Surviving are her six children, Gary (Karren) Richmond Sr. of Clarkston, Sharon (Terry) Henne of Richville, John (Ellie) Richmond Jr. of Filion, Karen (Glenn) Phillips of Kinde, James (Sandy) Richmond, Sr. of Bay Port, and Keith (Nichole) Richmond of Pigeon; 33 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; three brothers, Carl (Evelyn) Krohn of Owendale, Bob (Carolyn) Krohn of Elkton, Jerry (Sandy) Krohn of Essexville; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceding her in death was grandson, Jay Richmond.
Evelyn June Richmond, nee Krohn, 83, long time McKinley Township dairy farmer, died rather suddenly at home early Wednesday morning, June 4. Evelyn was born June 24, 1930 in Troy, the daughter of the late Carl R. and Rose M. (Stein) Krohn Sr. She was baptized as a child of God on July 3, 1930 at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Birmingham. During her early years she grew up and attended the elementary school in Troy while her dad worked at Ford Motor Company. When Evelyn was 10 years old her family moved to Elkton where her mom and dad bought a farm and started the Elkton Nursery. As a child she learned how to work hard helping with the family business hoeing, weeding and watering. On June 4, 1944, she was confirmed in her Christian faith at Trinity Lutheran Church, Elkton. She finished school in Elkton, and was part of the class of 1948. On February 14, 1948, she was united in marriage to the John C. Richmond Sr. at Trinity Lutheran Church, Elkton. For years Evelyn and John managed the John C. Richmond & Sons’ Dairy Farm until John predeceased her in 2007. Since that time she has partnered with her two sons, James & Keith in operating their farms. Evelyn was a faithful member of St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Berne (Pigeon). She loved her Lord and her family, making sure that all her children had an early Christian education. She thoroughly enjoyed her pastor’s weekly Bible Class. Evelyn loved working with her husband on the farm, milking cows, tending her garden and flowers, and cooking and baking for her family and enjoyed shopping with her daughters. She was a member of the Michigan Dairy Association and a past member of the Lucky 50 Farm Bureau Group. She lived for her loving husband of 59 years, her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and family.
Name: Susan A. Reehl
Age: 63
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: June 06, 2014
Services will be held Friday, June 6, 2014 at 11 am. at the Kaufman Funeral Home of Bad Axe. Officiating will be Rev. David Thomas. Burial will be in Colfax Cemetery. Friends may call at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe on Thursday from 1 - 8 pm. or Friday from 10 am. until the service time at 11 am.
Surviving is her husband; Gary Reehl of Bad Axe. 3 daughters; Lori Neumann & special friends Pat Osentoski of Bad Axe. Melodie (Brian) Kociba of Bad Axe. Rebecca (Eric) Good of Midland. Mother in Law; Josephine Reehl of Bad Axe. 2 brothers; David (Kathi) Raftery of Bad Axe, Ron (Marcy) Raftery of Moore, OK. 9 grandchildren; Dean Scoviac & special friend Clara Yaroch of Bad Axe, Jacob Bambach of Bad Axe, Ryan Bambach of Bad Axe, Alexis Dixon of Lansing, Madison Kociba of Bad Axe, Logan Kociba of Bad Axe, Emma Kociba of Bad Axe, Owen Kociba of Bad Axe, Elliot Good of Midland. 2 great grandchildren; Lucas Bambach and Meya Bambach of Bad Axe. Predeceased by 1 son; Todd Adams.
Susan A. Reehl, age 63 of Bad Axe, passed away Tuesday, June 3, 2014 at her home surrounded by her family and friends. She was born on May 17, 1951 in Arizona, daughter of the late Clair and Anna (DeChane) Raftery. She married Gary Reehl on August 18, 1984 in Bad Axe. Sue enjoyed shopping, walking, bowling and spending time with family, friends and especially her grandchildren.
Name: Joseph J. Hudo
Age: 88
Hometown: Rapson, MI
Funeral Date: June 07, 2014
Date of Birth: March 19, 1926
Date of Passing: June 02, 2014
Funeral Home: Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home
Mass of Christian burial will be 11:00 am Saturday, June 7 at St. Joseph Church of St. Hubert Parish in Rapson. Rev. Robert Howe, pastor will officiate. Entombment will be in the Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Saginaw. Visitation will be at the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly on Friday from 2:00-8:00 pm and Saturday from 10:00-11:00 am at the Church only. There will be a parish vigil service Friday evening at 7:00 pm at the funeral home. Please visit www.smigielskifuneralhomes.com to express your condolences and sign the guest book for Joseph’s family.
Joseph is survived by four nieces, Carol Baranski of Lakeland, FL., Phyllis Fischer and her husband, William of Plant City, FL., Barbara Polega and her husband, Ken of Port Austin, Mary Ann Barnaski of Boiling Spring, PA; four nephews, Daniel Baranski and his wife, Judy of Port Austin, Edmund Barnaski and his wife, Desiree of Metamora, Michael Baranski and his wife, Mary Ellen of Port Austin, Kenneth Baranski of Port Austin; one step-sister, Helen Pyerk of Gagetown; many great nieces and great nephews. He was preceded in death by one sister, Mary Jane Baranski and her husband, Chester, one brother, Edmund Hudo; step brothers and step sisters, Cass, Harry and Ray Miller, Theresa Peruski, Anna Murawski and Genevieve Mackezyk.
Mr. Joseph J. Hudo, 88 of Rapson and formerly of Tempe, Ariz. Passed away on Monday, June 2, 2014 at McLaren Bay Regional Medical Center in Bay City after a short illness. Joseph was born on March 19, 1926 in Hamtramck to John and Ceceilia (Hoffman) Hudo. Joseph was a graduate of Bloomfield #7 Elementary School in Rapson and received his G.E.D. He resided in Rapson since 1936.and Tempe, AZ for 25 years. Joseph was employed as a die setter for General Motors for 36 1/2 years at the Chevrolet Gear and Axel Plant on 9 Mile and Mound before retiring in 1982. He was a member of the Bad Axe and Sandusky Senior Dance Clubs. Joseph was also a member of the Rapson Sportsman Club since it started. He was a former member of the Warren Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed trips to the casinos, playing bingo and cards, and gardening. He also enjoyed the Detroit Tigers.
Name: Ralph Pascuzzi
Age: 79
Hometown: Owendale
Funeral Date: June 03, 2014
A memorial wake with luncheon will be held on Tuesday, June 3rd, 2014 at 2:30 p.m. at the Pasta House Restaurant on Main Street in Kinde. Friends may call at the Pasta House on Tuesday from 1:30 p.m. until the luncheon at 2:30 p.m. Arrangements by the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe.
Survived by: Wife-Rosemary Pascuzzi of Owendale. 2 daughters-Yvonne (Steve) Crites of Liberty, SC and Tracie (Sam) Kent of Kinde. 2 sons-Terry (Jamie) Gittins of Pinconning and Ralph A. (Char) Pascuzzi of Jefferson City, TN. 2 brothers-Jack (Suzanne) Pascuzzi of Essexville and Paul Pascuzzi of Glennie. 9 grandchildren- Ethan Kent of Kinde, Erik Kent of Kinde, Ellen Kent of Kinde, Sara Gittins of Pinconning, Emma Gittins of Pinconning, Gina Pascuzzi of Tennessee, Jacob Pascuzzi of Tennessee, Joseph Pascuzzi of Tennessee, Emily Pascuzzi of Tennessee. 2 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Special niece-Mae (Ken) Zimmerman of Clio and Ralph’s special babies-Angel and Duke. Predeceased by 1 sister- Naomi Stalker.
Ralph Pascuzzi, age 79, of Owendale, formerly of Bay City, passed away on Saturday, May 31st, 2014 at Scheurer Hospital in Pigeon. He was born on August 22nd, 1934 in Virginville, West Virginia, son of the late Anthony and Myrtle (Davis) Pascuzzi. He married Rosemary Rooker on December 9th, 1983 in Bay City. Ralph retired from GM, where he worked for 36 years. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and enjoyed vacationing at cabins at various lakes. He served in the US Army during the Korean War.
Name: Helen C. Deering
Age: 96
Hometown: Bay Port
Funeral Date: June 04, 2014
Date of Birth: August 20, 1917
Date of Passing: May 30, 2014
Funeral Home: Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home
The funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at St. John Lutheran Church, with Rev. James A. Gorsegner, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Memorials may be given to St. John Lutheran Church or the Michigan Heart Association. Visitation at Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon: Tuesday June 3. 2-9 p.m. And at St. John Lutheran Church, Pigeon: Wednesday, June 4. 10 a.m. Until the service at 11:00 a.m.
She is survived by her son, Gerald Deering of Bay Port; daughter, Janet Hydorn of Caseville; nine grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; four great great-grandchildren; her sister, Pauline Cherry of Homosassa, Florida; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son, Richard; her daughter and son-in-law, Joanne and Bob Kundinger; infant grandson; sisters, Mary Durkee, Martha Light, and Anna Fischler; and brothers, George Frei and Frank Frei.
Born in Caseville on August 20, 1917, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Julia (Walter) Frei and attended Caseville Public School. On September 8, 1935 she was married to William G. Deering in Saginaw. He preceded her in death on May 23, 1976. Helen worked at General Cable Corporation in Cass City and retired after 35 years of employment. She was a homemaker and a kind and gentle woman who dearly loved her family. She was a very good cook. She enjoyed doing yard work and walking. Helen was a member of St. John Lutheran Church, Pigeon.
Name: Tom H Guitar
Age: 68
Hometown: Washington Township, MI
Funeral Date: June 04, 2014
Funeral Mass for Tom will be Wednesday, June 4, 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 Tom will be Tuesday from 3-8pm at the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Visitation on Wednesday will be at the church beginning at 10 am until time of services at 11 am. Military Honors will be given by the American Legion Post 197 of Harbor Beach. Memorials may be given to the Disabled Veterans and the OLLH School. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com.
Tom is survived by his children: Michele Blair and her husband Sean of Gahanna, OH, Jeffrey Guitar and his wife Stephanie of Washington Township, Tracy Hartzog and her husband Todd of Fort Wayne, IN, Dana Elkins and Lauren Elkins of Macomb Township, 6 grandchildren: Sam Blair, Nicholas guitar, Ryan Guitar, Jack Hartzog, Ellen Hartzog, and Roger Pelc, and his siblings: Maureen Brown of Port Hope, Tamera Harp and her husband Dave of Sarasota, Florida, and Dave Guitar and his wife Margaret of Harbor Beach. Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Mary, his brother Fred Guitar and his partner in life Sande Elkins.
Thomas H. Guitar, age 68 of Washington Township, passed away Friday, May 30, 2014 at Henry Ford Macomb Medical Facility. He was born on August 12, 1945 in Harbor Beach to the late Harold and Mary (Noble) Guitar. Tom served in the US Navy during Vietnam. Tom worked as a warehouse manager in the Food Service Industry for over 25 years. He enjoyed golfing, being with his grandchildren, reading, vacationing by Lake Superior, and was an avid Sports Fan.
Name: Gregory A. Hanselman
Age: 61
Hometown: Sandusky
Funeral Date: June 07, 2014
Date of Birth: December 14, 1952
Date of Passing: May 30, 2014
Funeral Home: Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home
Memorial Mass for Gregory will be 11:00 am Saturday, June 7 at St. Joseph Catholic Church of Holy Family Parish in Sandusky. Rev. Robert Schirkora, pastor will officiate. The family will welcome visitors on Saturday from 10:00-11:00 am at St. Joseph Church. Please visit www.smigielskifuneralhomes.com to express your condolences and sign the guest book for Gregory’s family.
Gregory is survived by one daughter, Misty Luttenberger and her husband, Ed of Pigeon, one son, Adam and his wife, Tonya of Bad Axe; four grandchildren, Stephan Hanselman, Alyssa Hanselman, Evan Luttenberger, Justin Hanselman; his mother, Marilyn Lautner and her husband, Robert of Palms; his significant other, Betty McClelland of Sandusky; three sisters, Holly Essenmacher and her husband Marcus of Ruth, Melody Frankowski and her husband John of Pigeon, Dr. Laurey Hanselman of Pigeon; one sister-in-law, Karen Narcon and her husband, Leo of Carsonville.
Mr. Gregory A. Hanselman, 61 of Sandusky, passed away Friday, May 30, 2014 at his residence. Gregory was born on December 14, 1952 in Harbor Beach to Marilyn (Geyer) Hanselman Lautner and the late Melvin Hanselman. Gregory was a 1971 graduate of Ubly High School. He attended Oakland University for one year and Rets Electronic School for two years. He was employed at K-Mart, Dots and Jensen Audio Company. Gregory organized and performed for the bands Bottom Line, Emperor’s and Lakeshore Band. He enjoyed music, camping, boating and family functions.
Name: Helen Herman
Age: 91
Hometown: Sebewaing, MI
Funeral Date: June 02, 2014
Date of Birth: September 19, 1922
Date of Passing: May 30, 2014
Funeral Home: Juengel & Mellendorf Funeral Home
Visitation is Monday, June 2, 2014 at Juengel & Mellendorf Funeral Home, in Sebewaing, from 2-8pm. The funeral service is Tuesday, June 3, 2014 at Holy Family Catholic Church in Sebewaing. Visitation will begin at the church at 10am until the time of service at 11am. Burial will take place immediately following the service at Holy Family Catholic Cemetery in Sebewaing. Memorial donations may be given to the American Heart Association or the charity of your choice. Share a memory at www.jmfuneralhome.com
Helen is survived by her children: Marie Kindler of Sebewaing, Ronald (Catherine) Herman of Bay City and Michael (Deborah) Herman of Sebewaing; Eleven grandchildren: Lorrie (Allen) Sakon, Scott (Gloria) Gainforth, Rod Gainforth, Roxane (John) Schlund, Lee (Jenny) Gainforth, Lief Herman, Lance Herman, Lisa (Kevin) Smith, Julie (David) Mammel, Michael (Tracy) Herman and Matthew (Sarah) Herman; Nineteen great grandchildren and six great great grandchildren, who affectionately call her Busia; one sister, Clara Story; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her five brothers: Steve, Stanley, Edward, Joseph and Daniel Pluta; three sisters: Mary Mironuk, Bertha Wiech, Stella Ludwing; and great grandson, William Gainforth.
Helen Herman, age 91, of Sebewaing, passed away at her home on Friday, May 30, 2014. She was born September 19, 1922 in Sheridan Township, Huron County, Michigan. She was the daughter of Polish immigrants, the late Peter and Mary Pluta. She married Edgar Herman in 1939. Helen worked at Sportman’s Bar in Sebewaing and at Scenic Convalescent Home in Pigeon. She was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Sebewaing where she enjoyed helping with funeral luncheons. Her greatest joy has always been being with and helping her family. She enjoyed bowling, crocheting, refinishing furniture, painting, varnishing, gardening, canning and cooking Polish foods.
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