Name: Judith Lesock
Age: 81
Hometown: Caseville, MI
Funeral Date: December 17, 2014
Date of Birth: May 31, 1933
Date of Passing: December 14, 2014
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Funeral services will be at 11:00am Wednesday, December 17th at the Caseville United Methodist Church with Rev. Linda Fuller officiating. Entombment will be in the Colfax Township Cemetery Mausoleum. Visitation will be 1-8 pm Tuesday at the Champagne Funeral Chapel of Caseville. She will lie in-state one hour prior to the service in church on Wednesday. Memorials in her memory may be made to the Caseville Food Pantry. Condolences may be shared at www.cfcCaseville.com
She is survived by her children Tracey (Joseph) Toth of St. Clair Shores, W. Todd (Terri) of Sterling Heights, and Stephanie (Jon) Wagner of Bay Village, Ohio; grandchildren Joe (Erin), Angel, Ryan (Megan), Alex and Quinn; and several much loved nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her infant daughter Judith and brother James Fleming.
Judith Fleming Lesock, 81, of Caseville died suddenly Sunday, December 14, 2014 at Scheurer Hospital in Pigeon. Judy was born May 31, 1933 in Pinnebog to the late Charles Jay and Mildred Jane (Varney) Fleming. She graduated from Elkton High School in 1950 and then attended Central Michigan University. She graduated from Henry Ford Hospital School of Nursing in 1954. On July 1, 1955 she married Dr. William John Lesock of Lakewood, Ohio at St. Steven Catholic Church in River Rouge. He preceded her in death on October 22, 1998. Judy worked as a registered nurse at Henry Ford and Beaumont Hospitals before remaining at home to raise her family. In 1988 she retired to Ponte Vedra, Florida where she became involved with the PGA Tour for 10 years. After her husband’s death she returned to the Thumb, settling in Caseville. She was a member of the Caseville United Methodist Church and their altar society, Caseville Eagles Auxiliary, Henry Ford Hospital Alumni Assoc., Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority, an active volunteer at Helping Hand Thrift Store, and a former member of the Board of Directors of the Mount Clemens Symphony Orchestra.
Name: Carole M. Anderson
Age: 84
Hometown: Caseville
Funeral Date: December 16, 2014
Date of Birth: March 06, 1930
Date of Passing: December 12, 2014
Funeral Home: Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home
The Funeral Service will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 16, 2014 at the First United Methodist Church, Pigeon, with Rev. John Britt, pastor, officiating. Cremation will follow, and burial will take place at Caseville Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church Music Program or the Caseville Library Club. Memories may be shared online at meyersieckbussemafuneralhome.com VISITATION AT MEYERSIECK-BUSSEMA FUNERAL HOME, PIGEON: Monday, December 15 2:00 – 8:00 p.m. AND AT FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, PIGEON: Tuesday, December 16 10:00 a.m. until the service at 11 a.m.
Carole dearly loved her family. She is survived by her husband, William “Bill” Anderson of Caseville; children, Paul B. (Kathy) Anderson of Roanoke, Texas, David W. (Gretchen) Anderson of Parker, Colorado, Cheryl R. (Thomas) Cullen of Anchorage, Alaska, and Nancy C. (Scott) Smith of Pigeon; grandchildren: Jason (Emily) Smith, Sara Smith, Michelle (Andrew) Schneider, Michael Anderson, and Kathryn Smith; and several nieces, nephews, and in-laws. She was preceded in death by a sister, Evelyn Shearrow.
Carole M. Anderson, 84 of Caseville, passed away Friday, December 12, 2014 at Courtney Manor in Bad Axe. She was born in Akron, Michigan on March 6, 1930 and was the daughter of the late Harry E. and Cora G. (Louks) Rohlfs. On December 23, 1952 she was united in marriage to William J. Anderson in Caro. Carole received her Bachelor of Music Education degree in 1952 from Alma College, where she was also a Homecoming Queen. She was a piano teacher for many years. She taught music with Caseville Public School in 1975 and Bad Axe Public Schools 1976-1989. She worked for Real Estate One in Caseville through the 1990’s. Carole enjoyed traveling with Bill and wintering in Arizona. She was a member of the Caseville Library Club for many years, and she conducted the Caseville Community Cantata for many years as well. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Pigeon.
Name: Robert G. Ahearn
Age: 56
Hometown: Colfax Township
Funeral Date: December 17, 2014
Date of Birth: March 12, 1958
Date of Passing: December 10, 2014
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
Per Bob’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A private family memorial gathering will be held Saturday. A memorial service will be scheduled for a later date. Memorials may be offered to the Family Discretionary Fund. Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Robert is survived by his son Jimmy (Tamy) Ahearn of St. Claire Shores; daughter Maria Ahearn and significant other, Aaron Cregeur of Ubly; brothers Thomas (Peggy) Ahearn of Bad Axe; Frank (Linda) Ahearn of Bad Axe; Brian (Eileen) Ahearn of Warren; sisters Marlene Coral of Missouri; Kathleen (Ricrado) Barreda of Dallas, Texas; Mary (Leroy) Havens of Croswell; sister in law Susan Ahearn of Bad Axe; grandchildren Austin and Braden Cregeur; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by brothers John and Daniel and a sister Bridget.
Robert G. Ahearn, 56, of Colfax Township passed away on December 10, 2014 at his home under hospice care. Robert was born in Bad Axe on March 12, 1958 to the late Thomas and Mary (Shine) Ahearn. Bob graduated from Davenport University with a Bachelor’s in Business Management. He was a member of the Board of Directors at Huron Behavioral Health. Bob enjoyed being in the outdoors, taking care of animals and working in his flower and plant gardens.
Name: Charles M. Klee
Age: 74
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: December 13, 2014
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2014 at 11 am. at St. Hubert Parish-Sacred Heart Church in Bad Axe. 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 1-8 pm. or Saturday at the church from 10 am. until the service time at 11 am. A scripture service will be offered on Friday at 7 pm. at the funeral home.
Survived by: Beloved wife-Judy Klee of Bad Axe. 3 brothers-Gerald (Agnes) Klee of Stanton. Ronald Klee of Texas. Gary (Deborah) Klee of Harbor Beach. 5 sisters-Agnes (Donald) Siemen of Harbor Beach. Elvera (Raymond) Osantowski of Shelby Township. Evelyn (Roman) Osantowski of Armada. Margaret (Ronald) Schmitz of Allenton. Helen (David) Randall of Kawkawlin. 1 sister-in-law-Marge (Wayne) Dickinson of Marquette. 2 brothers-in-law-Walter (Diane) Samulski of Canton. Michael Samulski of Waterford. Several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Predeceased by: One brother-in-law-Robert Samulski
Charles M. Klee, age 74, of Bad Axe, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2014 at his home. He was born on April 11, 1940 in Harbor Beach, son of the late Charles and Anna (Gusa) Klee. He married Judy Samulski on October 15, 1966 in Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church in Harbor Beach. Chuck worked several years at Active Industires/Tower Automotive. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and eating out at various restaurants and coffee shops with family and friends. He had a gift for tinkering with lawn mowers or whatever needed fixing. He was a good hearted soul and was very generous when it came to helping others in any way he could.
Name: Lorene L. Miller
Age: 87
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: December 15, 2014
Date of Birth: December 04, 1927
Date of Passing: December 10, 2014
Funeral Home: Juengel & Mellendorf Funeral Home
Visitation will be Sunday, December 14, 2014 at Juengel & Mellendorf Funeral Home in Sebewaing from 1-8pm. The funeral service will be Monday, December 15, 2014 at the Funeral Home at 11am. Pastor Charles Kuhl will be officiating. Burial will take place privately at Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery in Sebewaing. Memorial donations may be given to Immanuel Lutheran Church or the Alzheimer’s Association. Share a memory at www.jmfuneralhome.com
She is survived by her children: Carol (Robert) Krenz, Larry (special friend Cathy Savgie) Miller, Connie (Gregory) Green, Lynn (special friend Patrick Temple) Miller, Sheila (Thom Eisenberger) Miller and Chris (special friend Lori Kelley) Miller; grandchildren: Grete’ Miller, Lindsey Hikes, Jenny Krenz and Kelly Haddock; great grandchildren: Avia’ Atta,Fisher Krenz and Kennedy Hikes. She is preceded in death by her husband, Casper; and 14 siblings.
Lorene L. Miller, age 87, passed away Wednesday, December 10, 2014 at Courtney Manor in Bad Axe. Lorene was born December 4, 1927 in Port Hope, MI. She was the daughter of the late William and Martha (Lidke) Hartz. On June 12, 1948 she married Casper Miller. He preceded her in death February 2000. She was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church and the Ladies Aid. She helped her husband many years with the family commercial fishing business. She enjoyed riding her bike, baking, walking, flowers and spending time with her family.
Name: Hermingilda Watterworth
Age: 86
Hometown: Marlette, MI
Funeral Date: December 13, 2014
Date of Birth: March 04, 1928
Date of Passing: December 10, 2014
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Funeral services will be at 2:00 pm Saturday, December 13th at the Champagne Funeral Chapel of Caseville with Rev. Paul Bousquette, pastor of St. James Presbyterian Church in Redford, officiating. Burial will be in Caseville Twp Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11am Saturday until the time of the service. Memorials may be made to the ALS Association (fighting Lou Gehrig’s disease). Condolences may be shared at www.cfcCaseville.com
She is survived by her sister Johanna Bracket; sisters-in-law Mary Lou and Elaine; brothers-in-law Robert, Alan, and Glenn; five nieces and nephews; and her special care givers niece Barbara (William) Gielow. She was preceded by her parents, husband, brother Osker, brothers-in-law Tom and Richard, and sister-in-law Sally.
Hermingilda “Gilda” Watterworth, 86, of Marlette, formerly of Caseville, died Wednesday, December 10, 2014 at the United Hospice Service of Marlette Hospital. Gilda was born March 4, 1928 in Vienna, Austria to the late Joseph and Elizabeth (Fehm) Bauer and grew up under the German occupation during World War II. She met her future husband Bruce while he served in the US Army on occupation duty in Vienna. They were married in Vienna on July 18, 1947. Bruce preceded her in death on August 12, 1993. After marrying she and her husband moved to her husband’s parent’s farm near Gotts Corner in December of 1948. In 1958 they moved to their home on Sand Point. Gilda worked at the drive-in theater near Gotts Corner, at the Caseville State Bank as a cashier and as a telephone operator with General Telephone in Caseville. In 2009 she moved to an independent living facility in Marlette.
Name: Virginia Deman
Age: 85
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: December 09, 2014
Date of Birth: May 01, 1927
Date of Passing: December 05, 2014
Funeral Home: Knoblock Funeral Home
Funeral Mass for Virginia Deman will be on Tuesday, December 9 2014, 11:00a.m., at the Annunciation of the Lord Parish, St. Edwards, Kinde. Visitation is from 2:00 – 8:00 pm on Monday at the Knoblock Funeral Home in Kinde and on Tuesday from 10:00 to 11:00 at the church. Burial will be in St. Edward’s Cemetery.
She is survived by her children: Rosemarie Patterson, Macomb, Kenneth (Zainab) Deman, Shelby Twp., Marlene (Dr. Ernest) Schukraft, Bad Axe, Daniel Deman, Bad Axe, and Mark Deman, Clinton Twp.; her Grandchildren: Dawn (James) Harmon, Sterling Heights, Todd (Heidi) Rice, Davison, Troy (Dr. Sheri) Rice, Fenton, Trent Rice, Davison, Kyle Deman and Whitney Deman both of Bad Axe, Nancy Moussa, Phoenix, Christina (Jeremy) Durham, Shelby Twp., Virginia (Jasim) Jakupovic, Sterling Heights, and Zeina (Jacob) Stone, Minnesota. She is also survived by her great-grandchildren: Nora and Nolan Durham, Brody and Braylee Rice, Stella and Sadie Rice, Brianna and Areanna Moussa, and Lily Stone; and her sister-in-law, Dorothy Deman She was preceded in death by her granddaughter; Shannon Patterson and son-in-law; James Patterson; her sisters: Agnes Murawski, Regina Ahearn, Theresa Woytalewicz, Dorothy Hylko, and Celia Peyok; her brothers: Walter, Harry and Valentine Watchowski.
Virginia Deman, 85 died on Friday, December 5, 2014 at Courtney Manor in Bad Axe . She was born May 8th, 1929, daughter of the late Anthony and Frances (Ornowski) Watchowski. She married William Joseph Deman on April 24, 1948 at St Mary’s Catholic Church in Dwight Township. He preceded her in death April 1, 2009. She was a member of the St. Edward Altar Sodality and Senior Citizens of Kinde. She was also a member of the Michigan Retired School Personnel, having been employed at North Huron Schools for 20 years. Virginia enjoyed travel and visiting with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Name: WIlliam Lazechko
Age: 71
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: Not Available
Date of Birth: January 20, 1943
Date of Passing: December 05, 2014
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
Per William’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held in the spring for family and friends. Memorials may be offered to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (A.S.P.C.A). Condolences can be shared online at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Bill is survived by his sisters Harriet Lazechko of Bad Axe and Gloria (Gerald) Wisenbaugh of Harbor Beach; brothers Dennis (Dana) Lazechko of New Baltimore; Harry Lazechko of Taylor; and Martin (Jean) Lazechko of Colorado; many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and great great nieces and nephews. William was preceded in death by his step-father, Emile Ghesquire; brother in law, Jim Lyons; sister in law, Connie Lazechko; nephew Brian Toureau; nephew Patrick Didia; and niece Mary Cipollone.
William “Bill” Lazechko, 71, of Bad Axe, passed away on December 5, 2014 at Huron Medical Care Facility in Bad Axe. William was born on January 20, 1943 to the late Harry and Mary (Kuzminski) Lazechko in Detroit, Michigan. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church (St. Hubert Parish). Bill loved playing cards, listening to his beloved Detroit Tigers on the radio and spending time with his friends and family. He was a gentle soul and would help anyone in need. Some of his friends knew him as “Wild Bill”.
Name: Dale H. Witzke
Age: 91
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: December 08, 2014
Date of Birth: November 09, 1923
Date of Passing: December 04, 2014
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Funeral services will be conducted 11:00 AM Monday, December 8, at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Bad Axe. Pastor Kenneth Lueke, will officiate with burial in Riverside Cemetery, Elkton. Friends may call Sunday from 2 to 6 PM at the Champagne Funeral Chapel, Elkton and at the church after 10 AM Monday. Memorials may be given to Our Savior Lutheran Church Building Fund and words of condolence may be shared at www.cfcelkton.com.
Surviving are his wife of 65 years, Ruth; his children, Dale Kenneth Witzke of Pontiac, Janice Heckroth of Caseville and James Witzke of Aurora, CO; grandchildren, Chris Heckroth of Clinton Twp. and Nicole (Joe) Leggier of Caseville and a great granddaughter, Angelina Leggier. Preceding him in death were siblings, Elsie Bohn, Lydia Gettel, Martha Wildman, Rudolph Witzke and Arnold Witzke.
Dale H. Witzke age 91 of Bad Axe passed away peacefully Thursday morning, December 4, at Courtney Manor, Bad Axe. He was born November 9, 1923 at the home of his parents, the late Frederick and Tillie (Henkle) Witzke in Columbia Twp near Gagetown, where he grew up. He moved to Cleveland, OH, where he enlisted in the US Navy during WW II. He served in the South Pacific on the USS Houston nearly losing his life to Japanese torpedoes. The ship was able to make it back to New York City for repairs. He went out to sea on her one last time before he was discharged in 1946. While in Brooklyn, he met the love of his life, Ruth L. Krampf. They were married July 16, 1949 in Brooklyn. The couple moved to the Detroit area where Dale was employed at Ford Motor Company for 30 years, retiring in May of 1980 to their cottage in Lake Twp. that they owned since 1973. In 1996, they moved to a condo in Bad Axe. Dale was an active member of Our Savior Lutheran Church, Bad Axe. He enjoyed the out of doors, hunting, fishing and just riding his bicycle. Dale was very handy with his hands and tools and could be found most any time fixing or repairing something for himself or others.
Name: Robert D. Baldwin
Age: 87
Hometown: Elkton, MI
Funeral Date: Not Available
Date of Birth: October 19, 1926
Date of Passing: December 03, 2014
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
There will be no services at this time arrangements through Champagne Funeral Chapel, Elkton. Words of condolence may be shared at www.cfcelkton.com.
Surviving are five daughters, Margo (Dan) Reinhold of Arizona, Sheila (Bob) Schafer of Elkton, Laurie Baldwin of Arizona, Elayne (Jeff) Sorna of Mt. Clemens and Stacey (Ken) Campbell of Almont; six grandchildren, Nicole Ockerman,, Ian Reinhold, Andrea (Bill) Murawski, Jr, Nathan (Vanessa) Campbell, Lucas and McKenna Campbell; eight great grandchildren, Mark Ockerman, Conner and Somer Reinhold, Kate, Molly, Mitch, Ellen and Matt Murawski; his sister, Barbara Hewson of Arizona and special friends, Gina Hurren and Janet Hatch and the staff at HCMCF who gave him their special care. Preceding him in death were two brothers, William and John “Jack” Baldwin.
Robert D. Baldwin age 87 of Elkton died Wednesday evening, December 3 at Huron County Medical Care Facility, Bad Axe. He was born October 19, 1926 in Windsor, Ontario to the late Arthur and Marianne (Smeaton) Baldwin. After graduating from Walkerville High School in Winsor he attended Ford Trade School and became a Wood Pattern Maker. On June 5, 1949, he was united in marriage to E. Margaret Price. After a few years with Ford in Windsor, he commuted to the GM Tech Center, Warren, eventually moving to Utica, where they raised their five daughters. He left GM twelve years later and worked in the small independent shops for a while and returning to GM for 8 more years, retiring in 1990 with 20 years of service. In 1978, Bob and Margaret moved to Almont and then to Florida after retiring. In 2001, they moved back to Michigan for health reasons and to Huron County in 2005 to be nearer his daughter Sheila. Margaret preceded him in death November 28, 2005. Bob was an avid sports fan, enjoying the Redwings, Tigers and Lions on TV. In his free time, he worked crossword puzzles. He loved working with wood and made beautiful jewelry boxes, earrings, bracelets, clocks and train whistles for his family.
Name: Edward Martin Prill
Age: 67
Hometown: Kinde
Funeral Date: December 09, 2014
Date of Birth: September 18, 1947
Date of Passing: December 03, 2014
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
A memorial service will be held 1 pm on Tuesday, December 9th at MacAlpine Funeral Home – Gage Chapel in Kinde. A gathering will be from 10 am – 1 pm. Memorials may be offered to the Family Discretionary Fund. Condolences can be shared online at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Edward is survived by his sons Rip (Michelle) Vantrass of Kilmanagha; Gerald (Stephanie) Prill of Filion; Darren Prill with special friend Yvonne Niemiec of Filion; Wayne (Angela) Prill of Bad Axe; Jason Prill (Melissa Villarreal) of Port Austin; one daughter Dawn (Gordy) Krell of Bad Axe; sisters Frances Walsh of Sterling Heights, Virginia (Harvey) Lubeski of Bad Axe, JoaAnne (Tom) Butch of Elkton, Edna Miller of Sunrise, Florida, Theresa (Richard) Schmidt of Bad Axe and Mari (Patrick) Siemen of Caseville; brothers Michael (Joan) Prill of Sterling Heights, Joseph (Mary) Prill of Bad Axe; brothers in law Rocky Nichols of Bad Axe and Jim Yokum of Algonac; and grandchildren: Tiffany, Travis, Ty, Rodney, Sarah, Karli, Alex, Trista, Eric, Connor, Carter, Steven, Brandon, Marissa, and John. He was preceded in death by a brother John Prill, brother and sister-in-law Alex and Florence Prill, sisters Marlene Yokum, Karen Nichols and a brother in law, Mike Wlash.
Edward “Eddie” Martin Prill, 67, of Kinde passed away on December 3, 2014 at his residence. Edward was born on September 18, 1947 to the late Alex and Regina (Vigenski) Prill in Hume Township. Eddie enjoyed hunting and fishing with his children, fixing and tinkering with cars and watching the races at the Silver Bullet Speedway.
Name: Georgina Lillian Running
Age: 90
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: December 06, 2014
Date of Birth: January 23, 1924
Date of Passing: December 03, 2014
Funeral Home: Kaufman Funeral Home
Services will be held on Saturday December 6, 2014 at 11:00 am at the Bad Axe First United Methodist Church. Officiating will be Rev. Phil Tousley, pastor. Burial will be in Colfax Cemetery. Friends may call at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe Friday December 5, 2014 from 1:00 – 8:00 pm or Saturday at the church from 10:00 am until the service time at 11:00 am. Memorials may be offered to the First United Methodist Church or to Huron Medical Care Facility Garden Fund. To leave a memory or to offer the family your condolences, please go to www.kaufmanfuneralhome.com
Georgina is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Lesa and Bernard Gusa of Filion, Grandchildren Sheila (Daniel) Wells of Wickenburg, AZ, Michelle Klemmer of Bad Axe, Robert (Suzi) Klemmer of Bad Axe and Nicole (Gregory) Turner of Hemlock, eight great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. Georgina is also survived by her two sisters, Edna Weaver of Bad Axe and Gertrude Schenk of Bad Axe. Also, loving nieces and nephews who would visit her often. Georgina was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Robert, on December 7, 1995. A daughter Linda Klemmer, son-in-law Lawrence Klemmer, brother and sister-in-laws Harry Kuhn, Frank Weaver, Joseph Schenk, Howard and Elizabeth (Running) Hall, William and Helen Running, and Owen and Beryl (Running) Brown.
Georgina Lillian (Toner) Running, age 90, of Bad Axe, passed away on Wednesday December 3, 2014 at the Huron Medical Care Facility in Bad Axe. She was the youngest of three daughters born to William and Lula (Hall) Toner on January 23rd, 1924. The family lived in the Kinde area. The Toner girls attended several of the local country schools, making many friends along the way. Georgina married Robert Ernest Running on February 21st, 1942 in Ubly. The couple eventually settled on a piece of land near Bad Axe where they worked tirelessly to provide a meaningful and comfortable life for their family. Georgina was a woman of strong faith. As a member of the First United Methodist Church of Bad Axe, she was involved in many church activities throughout the years. Georgina loved music and dancing. She was a long time member of local dance clubs. She was blessed with a talent for quilting and needlework. She spent many hours with a needle and thread in hand.
Name: Ethel M. Craig
Age: 82
Hometown: Chandler Twp
Funeral Date: December 05, 2014
Date of Birth: March 31, 1932
Date of Passing: December 02, 2014
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Funeral services will be conducted 2:00 PM Friday, December 5, at her church, Pigeon River Mennonite Church with burial in Chandler Twp Cemetery. Friends may call at the Champagne Funeral Chapel, Elkton from 2 to 9 PM Thursday and at the church after 1 PM Friday. Memorials may be directed to Pigeon River Mennonite Church or actives account at the Huron County Medical Care Facility. Words of condolence may be shared at www.cfcelkton.com.
Surviving are her husband of 64 years, Glenn; children, Steven Craig, Nancy (Dale) Wolfe and Julie (Dave) Flores all of Elkton; grandchildren, David (Angelina) Flores of Lansing, Danielle (Felipe) Lopez of Lansing and Nathanial (Kristine) Flores of Caseville; sisters, Esther (Robert) Bedford and Alice Gilbert both of Chandler Twp.; her brother, Alfred Block of Orlando, FL; sisters-in-law, Carol Block of Caro and Faye Craig of Sterling Heights and many nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were, in-laws, Bessie and Chester Muntz, Blake and Thelma Craig, Donald Craig and Bruce Gilbert.
Ethel M. Craig, age 82 of Chandler Twp, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Tuesday evening, December 2, surrounded by her family as she gained her heavenly wings to glory. She was born March 31, 1932 in Unionville, daughter of the late Lawrence and Margaret (Niedrich) Block. She graduated from Owendale High School in 1949. On April 1, 1950, she was United in marriage to Glenn A. Craig at the Kilmanagh Evangelical United Brethren Church and made their home on a farm in Chandler Twp near Souletown. Ethel was queen of her household; she mastered cooking baking and gardening. She enjoyed spending time outside in the yard; her passion was making her surroundings beautiful. Her Sundays were enjoyed first in church praising her Lord and then a huge dinner was served to family and or friends. Ethel sold Artez Liquid Embroidery products for many years and gained many titles while doing so. She was best at taking care of her family by being a mom first, an attentive wife and homemaker second.
Name: Lorraine Claire Lewis
Age: 88
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: December 06, 2014
Date of Birth: August 09, 1926
Date of Passing: December 02, 2014
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
Funeral service will be held 11 am Saturday, December 6th at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Bad Axe. Visitation will be 2 – 8 pm Friday, December 5th at MacAlpine Funeral Home in Bad Axe and from 10 – 11 am Saturday, December 6th at the church. Memorials may be offered to the Family Discretionary Fund. Condolences can be shared online at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Lorraine is survived by her daughters, Shelley (Edward) Ryan of Chicago, Lisa Simmons of Bad Axe; sons Gregg Nicholas of Kinde, Stanley Lewis of Bad Axe, Wes Lewis of Bad Axe and Mark (Tammy) Lewis of Kinde; sister Shirley of Detroit; twelve grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and three nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a son Bryan Nicholas and grandsons, Jonathon Lewis and Krist Nicholas.
Lorraine Claire Lewis, 88, of Bad Axe passed away on December 2, 2014 at Covenant Cooper Hospital in Saginaw. Lorraine was born on August 9, 1926 to the late Charles and Claire (Huber) Krist in Detroit. She was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Bad Axe. Lorraine enjoyed her crafts, flower garden and canning.
Name: Dennis E. O'Berski
Age: 64
Hometown: Cass City, MI
Funeral Date: December 06, 2014
Memorial service held 12:00 p.m. Saturday, December 6, 2014 in Kranz Funeral Home Cass City with Rev. Christian Tabares, Our Lady Consolata Parish, St. Pancratius Catholic church officiating. Interment will be in Elkland Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Rawson Memorial Library or Cass City Gagetown Knights of Columbus Council #8892. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and stories with the family at www.kranzfuneralhome.com. Visitation: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, December 6, 2014 in Kranz Funeral Home – Cass City
Dennis is survived by his children: Garret S. O'Berski of Cass City, Julie (Dave) Westhaus of Manistee; step grandson, Evan Lukas; Dennis was very excited to learn that his first grandchild was due in August 2015. He will also be missed by sisters: Kathy (Larry) Kelly of Bad Axe, Diana (Ron) Adrianse of Oscoda; brothers: Kenneth (Christine) O'Berski of Ubly, Garret O'Berski of Ubly; brother-in-law, Ross (Linda) Scott of Sandusky; nieces and nephews: Jodie Nelson of Yorktown, VA, Richard Nelson of Oscoda, Chad (Ashley) O'Berski of Bad Axe, Michelle (Andy) Davis of Norton Shores, Christine Scott of Sandusky, Rena Scott of Sandusky; many aunts, uncles
Dennis E. O'Berski, 64, of Cass City, died unexpectedly Tuesday, December 2, 2014 in his home. He was born June 14, 1950 in Bad Axe to Elmer and Bernice (Masa) O'Berski. He married Anita Priscilla Scott January 31, 1976 in St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Ubly. She died September 4, 2005. Dennis attended Ferris State College in Big Rapids. He worked for Saginaw Asphalt Paving Company as an Estimator and Project Manager retiring after over 40 years of service. Dennis was a member of St. Pancratius Catholic Church and the Cass City Gagetown Knights of Columbus Council #8892. He loved watching movies, going fishing and watching Detroit Tiger Baseball. In his younger years he enjoyed hunting and he also liked to play the piano a bit. Most important to Dennis was spending time with his family and friends.
Name: Florence Elizabeth Schrader
Age: 87
Hometown: Ubly, MI
Funeral Date: December 06, 2014
Date of Birth: September 20, 1927
Date of Passing: December 02, 2014
Funeral Home: Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home
The funeral service for Florence will be 11:00 am Saturday, December 6 at the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly. Retired Pastor and family friend George Gillett will officiate. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Friday from 2:00-8:00 pm and Saturday from 10:00-11:00 am. There will be an Order of the Eastern Star Memorial service Friday evening at 7:00 pm at the funeral home. Memorials have been requested to the Ubly Village Park Improvement Fund, Order of the Eastern Star Benevolence Fund, the Sleeper Public Library. Or the donor’s choice. Please visit www.smigielskifuneralhomes.com to express your sympathy and sign the guest book for Florence’s family.
Florence is survived by her four children, Larry and his wife, Janice of Ubly, Trudy Schrader of Bad Axe, Ken and his wife, Lou of Boyne City, Susan Schrader of Ubly; 7 grandchildren, Bryan (Karissa) Schrader, Janelle (Danny) Pallas, Ashley Schrader (Joe Smith), Leann (Matt) Emeott, Dustin Schrader, Nicholas Schrader and Kylee Schrader-Talaski (Joe Decker); 10 great grandchildren, Ethan and Blake Schrader, Brynn and Bria Pallas, Bryce and Reece Smith, Madalynn, Kennedy and Parker Emeott, Jackson Decker; two sisters-in-law, Vita Kologek and Lottie Kologek; many nieces and nephew; special niece, Betty Tomlins; special friend, Kelly Pearce; very special neighbors, Tom and Julie O’Connor; her devoted dog, Pixie. Florence was preceded in death by seven sisters and their husbands, Sophia (John) Balfour, Selma (Nick) Bambach, Clara (Burt) Sanborn, Frances (Mike) Murray, Ann (Steve) Protzman, Helen (Jim) Kurtti, Arlene Dailey; three brothers, Peter Brooks and his wife, Florence, William and Raymond Kologek; an infant brother; brother-in-law Verne Schrader and his wives Florence and Madelyn, sister-in-law, Mary Lou Geboski and her husband, John Jr.; her godson, John Beaudin.
Mrs. Florence Elizabeth Schrader, 87 of Ubly, passed away Tuesday morning, December 2, 2014 at her residence after a short battle with cancer with her daughter by her side while under hospice care. Florence was born on September 20, 1927 in Filion, MI to the late Stanley and Anna (Klert) Kologek. She married Frank (Bukowski) Brooks on July 10, 1948. On September 8, 1948 he was tragically killed in a plane crash. Florence married Gerald W. Schrader on October 26, 1949 in Ubly and they shared 52 wonderful years together before he preceded her in death on June 29, 2001. She was a 1945 graduate of Bad Axe High School. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Ubly where she served as clerk of the session for 20 years, held the position of elder numerous times and was a member of the church choir. Florence and her husband, Gerald owned Ubly Tractor Sales, Inc. for 38 years and she was the bookkeeper for the business. Florence contributed her time and knowledge to her community in many different ways. She was elected Village Treasurer of Ubly and served as such for 34 consecutive years. She served the last three years on the village council and was recently elected to her second term. Most recently, she was presented with an outstanding achievement award in village government from Ubly Village’s President, Mark Brown. While village treasurer, Florence became involved with the Michigan Municipal League (MML) where she served as secretary, vice chair and the chair of MML Region V. She went on to serve on the MML Board of Trustees from 2003-2006. She was then appointed to the MML Foundation Board in 2006 to the present. Florence was initiated into the Ubly Miriam Chapter #214 Order of the Eastern Start in September of 1951. She held an office position every year, including serving as Worthy Matron 12 times and Office of Secretary for 25 years. She was a State Committee member in 1973-1974 and served as Grand chaplain from 1981-1982. She then became a member of the Villa Board of Control from 1984-2000. Florence held several Huron County and Thumb Association offices. She was a lifetime member of the Grand Chapter Order of Eastern State of MI and the Bay Chapter #219 of Bay City. Florence was a founding member of the Bingham Township Ambulance Service where she served as an EMT until the young age of 75. She spent many years serving on the ambulance with her son Larry and daughter Susan. She was EMT of the Year three times and held the offices of coordinator and treasurer. She was presented with the lifetime achievement award from Bingham Township Ambulance. In March of 2012, Florence was awarded a certificate of appreciation for ten years of honorable and faithful support from the National Law Enforcement Department. In her younger years, Florence was a member of the Ubly PTA and several other community organizations. She participated in the Ubly Alabama Jubilees. Florence was the co-author of the village of Ubly History Book and was awarded the community service award in August of 1996 during the 100th anniversary celebration for the Village of Ubly. She also volunteered at the Huron Medical Center for three and a half years until her health began to decline. Florence loved to travel and truly enjoyed driving across the country with her daughter Susan and their travel companion, Pixie. The trio visited 49 states, Canada and Mexico. While on a trip, Florence got to be a participant on The Price Is Right. She enjoyed bowling and was on the Stasia Fisher bowling team and made it to the State Bowling Finals. She also enjoyed fishing, reading, crossword puzzles, garage/estate sales and game shows. Florence loved attending all activities that included her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. One of Florence’s passions in life was time spent with her family. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren were her pride and joy.
Name: Phyllis Ann Coates
Age: 87
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: December 04, 2014
Date of Birth: September 27, 1927
Date of Passing: December 01, 2014
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 4th at the MacAlpine Gage Chapel, in Kinde, Michigan. Visitation will be from 2 – 8 pm on Wednesday, December 3rd at the MacAlpine Funeral Home - Gage Chapel in Kinde and Thursday, December 4th from 10:00 a.m. until time of service. Memorials may be offered to the Family Discretionary Fund. Condolences can be shared online at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
She is survived by her sons, Charles Coates of South Branch, Michigan and Richard (Brenda) Coates of South Branch, Michigan and her daughter, Glennda (John) Cieslinski of Ubly; seven grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Phyllis was preceded in death by a brother, Charles Jeffrey and a sister and brother in-law Annette (Bill) Nugent.
Phyllis Ann Coates, age 87, resident of Bad Axe, passed away on December 1, 2014 at Courtney Manor. She was born September 9, 1927, in Kinde to the late Floyd and Louise (Swackhammer) Jeffrey . Phyllis was united in marriage to Willet “Glenn” Coates. He preceded her in death on April 1, 1994. She lived in Detroit for 27 years before moving back to Kinde over 40 years ago. She attended the Kinde First Presbyterian Church. Her hobbies were crocheting, cooking, baking and spending time with her grandchildren. During her working career she was employed by Federal Security, K-Mart and the Bad Axe Seat Belt Plant.
Name: Dale Mausolf Sr
Age: 65
Hometown: Port Hope, MI.
Funeral Date: December 06, 2014
Funeral Services for Dale will be Saturday, December 6, 2014 at 12 noon at the Ramsey Funeral Home, with the Verona Huron Masonic Lodge and the Order of the Eastern Star conducting the service. Cremation at Sunset Valley Crematory will follow. Visitation for Dale will be Saturday at the funeral home from 10 am until time of services at 12 noon. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com
Dale is survived by his wife Audrey Mausolf of Port Hope, his mother Marian Mausolf of Harbor Beach, son Dale Mausolf, Jr and his wife Andrea of Shreveport, LA, step son Daniel Bittner and his wife Antonia of Royal Oak, daughters Joanne Campbell of Dallas, TX, Jean Mausolf of Ypsilanti, and Carrie Emming and her husband Dean of Minden City, 10 grandchildren: Derek, Brandon, Kelsie, Jordan, Rose, Joel, Jessica, Lindsey, Faith, Lily, 3 great grandchildren Jack, Lucas, and Peyton. His sisters: Genevieve and her husband Robert Schroeder of Caseville, Marlene Klee and her husband Gordon of Harbor Beach, Lois Korbel and her husband David of Harbor Beach, brothers: Larry Mausolf and his wife Sharon of Harbor Beach, and David Mausolf and his wife Marcia of Cypress, TX. He was preceded in death by his sister Helen Mausolf, his brother Gary Mausolf, and grandson Trevor Emming.
DALE MAUSOLF, Sr., age 65 of Port Hope, passed away Monday, December 1, 2014, at St. Mary’s Medical Center of Saginaw. He was born on March 19, 1949 in Harbor Beach to Marian (Nowiski) Mausolf and the late Harry Mausolf. Dale and Audrey Gorrell were united in marriage on July 29, 1988 in Harbor Beach. Dale worked as a pipefitter for Tower Automotive for over 40 years. He was a member of the Huron Verona Masonic Lodge of Bad Axe. Dale was an avid gardener and beekeeper, he loved to hunt, fish, go camping, canning and baking, do woodworking and tinker with everything. Dale was always at the farmer markets in Port Austin and Harbor Beach selling his vegetables, Dale especially loved spending time with his grandchildren.
Name: Louis James Pechette
Age: 54
Hometown: Caseville
Funeral Date: December 06, 2014
Date of Birth: October 16, 1960
Date of Passing: December 01, 2014
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
A funeral mass will be 11:00am Saturday, December 6th at St. Felix Catholic Church, Pinnebog with Fr. Robert Pare presiding. Burial will be in the Church Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-8 Friday at the Champagne Funeral Chapel of Caseville. He will lie in-state Saturday one hour before mass in Church. Condolences may be shared at www.cfcCaseville.com.
He is survived by his wife Annette; sons Glenn (Amanda) Sharpe of Elkton and Cody Sharpe of Caseville; grandson Jackson; mother Mavis of Caseville; brothers Leo of Illinois and Robert of Bad Axe; mother-in-law Elizabeth of Dearborn.
Louis James Pechette 54, of Caseville died Monday, December 1, 2014 at his home. Lou was born October 16, 1960 in Bad Axe, to Mavis (Berry) and the late Francis. He graduated from Elkton Pigeon Bay Port High School in 1978. He married Annette Sznyr at St. Felix Catholic Church on May 8, 2004. Lou farmed with K-Two Farms. Lou was an active community member involved with Chandler Township planning commission and as state officer with FFA. He enjoyed snowplowing with Shoreline Snowplowing and the Dufty’s Pool League.
Name: Eileen E. McGee
Age: 69
Hometown: Elkton
Funeral Date: December 05, 2014
Date of Birth: March 03, 1945
Date of Passing: November 30, 2014
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
A funeral mass will be celebrated 11:00 AM December 5, at St Francis Borgia Catholic Church, Pigeon. Fr. Rob Pare’ will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the church 1 hour prior to mass on Friday. Memorial contributions can be made in Eileen's name to either Friends of Elkton or Laker Athletics and words of condolence may be shared at www.cfcelkton.com.
She was loved and will be missed by her three sisters - Mary Ann (Don) Kinasz, Marlene (Ron) Bass, Kathleen McGee (Keely Mounger). Idy has been a beloved Aunt to Susan McCleary, Colleen (Joe) Kahl, Cari (Danny) Sawicki, Mike McGee, Jeff (Debbie) Kinasz, Julie (Kirk) Stumberg, Steve (Buffy) Kinasz, Kathy Kinasz, Brian (Colleen) Bass, Michael ( Shelley) Bass, Michelle (Ron) Davis, Tom McGee and Patrick McGee - as well as several great nieces and nephews and two great-great nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers and their spouses, Daniel and Marianne McGee, Edward McGee, and Thomas and Dianna McGee. Idy will also be missed by many friends especially her dear friends, Phyllis Podlaskowski, Bev Damn, Sally Buschlen and Donna Schuette. She was "one of a kind" who loved to have fun. Her memory will live on forever in those who called her family or friend.
Eileen E. McGee age 69, Laker Schools Educator died Sunday afternoon, November 30, at Scheurer Hospital following a brief illness. She was born March 3, 1945 in Elkton at the home of her parents, the late Martin and Marie (Gelnaw) McGee and liv in Elkton her whole life. Eileen (affectionately called "Idy") was loved by all who knew her. Eileen served as a caring, dedicated, nurturing teacher, athletic director, coach and advisor at Laker Junior High for 33 years. She loved her many trips with 8th grade students to Washington DC. She also enjoyed golf, bowling, traveling, playing cards and tracing family heritage and history. Idy was involved as a volunteer at St Francis Borgia Catholic Church, Elkton Historical Society, Autumn Fest and Friends of Elkton. She was well versed on State and National politics and loved a spirited discussion with friends and family on most topics.
Name: Florence Marie Hall Abssi
Age: 95
Hometown: Houston, Texas
Funeral Date: December 08, 2014
Date of Birth: July 26, 1919
Date of Passing: November 29, 2014
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
A brief memorial will be held at the MacAlpine Funeral Home, 302 North Hanselman Street, Bad Axe, Michigan on Monday, December 8th at 2 pm followed by the burial at Colfax Cemetery at 3 pm.
She is survived by her husband, Ali A. Abssi; her two sons, Robert A. Hirsch-wife Jennifer, Bruce R. Hirsch -wife Deborah; Granddaughters Cynthia A. Gallegos-husband Antonio, Laura Rau- husband David, Erica M. Miglicco-husband Jeffery; Grandsons Robert G. Hirsch-wife Tori, Troy Frazee, and Richard F. Hirsch. She is also survived by numerous great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Florence was preceded in death by her son William H. Hirsch who is survived by his wife Diana.
Florence Marie Hall Abssi, 95, of Houston, Texas, passed away from this life to the arms of our Lord Jesus Christ on Saturday afternoon, November 29th, after a long and valiant struggle with illness. Florence was born in Bad Axe, Michigan on July 26, 1919 to the Reverend Herbert Hall of Yorkshire, England and Mildred E. Jones Hall from Bad Axe, Michigan. She attended Sebewaing High School and graduated early at the age of 16. She received her Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, and her Master’s degrees from Eastern Michigan University and the University of Texas. Florence was an accomplished violinist and performed at esteemed venues, such as Carnegie Hall. She was a member of the Teaneck Symphony in New Jersey and played with Leonard Bernstein and the New York Philharmonic. She performed numerous times in Huron City for the famous author, critic, writer, and orator Rev. William Lyon Phelps. In the late 1930’s and early 1940’s, Florence sang with several big band orchestras including the Loren Towne Dance Band. Florence is a published author and has written several books, the first of which was set in the Bad Axe and Port Hope areas. Early in her career and during WWII, she worked at the Douglas Aircraft Company. After the war, she taught at elementary, junior high and high school in New Jersey, as well as Texas. However her passion was operating the several retail stores that she and her husband, Ali Abssi, established in the early 1960’s. These stores included the World Trade Center Imports and the Ishtar Gate Gallery, both located in Houston. The Ishtar Gate Gallery is still in operation today and has existed in the Galleria for 40 years. Florence was active in the many businesses and stores until she was incapacitated. Florence and Ali were also dealers in precious stones, fine art, jewelry, antiquities and real estate. Also, at an age when most people would have long since retired, she formed Texas State Land Exchange and several other companies. Florence was a trailblazer in every direction that life took her, age was truly just a number to her. Florence was an extensive world traveler, loved the thrill of a new adventure and loved people and their many cultures and foods. She could engage in conversations on any topic and was truly one of the brightest intellects of our time. She has beloved friends on every continent and many different countries. We will miss her engaging smile, her spellbinding stories, clever wit and sparkling personality. She truly lived life to the very fullest and most importantly, she was very loved by her family and friends. Florence loved to return to the “Thumb” to visit and attend class reunions or the Baker/Ramsey family reunions. It allowed her to return to the towns and areas that she so loved. She travelled the world and lived in different areas of Texas, Oklahoma, New York, New Jersey and New Mexico, but at heart she was always a Michigan girl and wanted to return there where so many of her beloved family have also been laid to rest.
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