Name: Eugene Younglove
Age: 84
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: November 29, 2015
Date of Birth: September 07, 1931
Date of Passing: November 27, 2015
Funeral Home: Gage Chapel - MacAlpine Funeral Home
Funeral service for Eugene will be on Sunday, November 29th at the MacAlpine Mac Chapel at 4:30 pm with Pastor William Thorn officiating. Visitation will be from 3 pm until time of service. Cremation will take place after the service and a spring burial will take place at Verona Township Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be offered to the Bad Axe Church of the Nazarene. Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Eugene is survived by his brother: John (Arlene) Younglove of Oxford, Wisconsin; many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.
Eugene Younglove, 84, of Bad Axe, passed away on November 27, 2015 at Courtney Manor. He was born in Saginaw, Michigan on September 7, 1931 to the late Alfred and Catherine (Chaple) Younglove. Eugene enjoyed old western movies especially the ones that stared John Wayne and walking around town. In fact, you probably saw him a time or two. He loved any kind of candy and wasn’t afraid to let anyone know that.
Name: Thomas Michael Ahearn
Age: 66
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: Not Available
Date of Birth: February 04, 1949
Date of Passing: November 26, 2015
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
Per Tom’s wishes, cremation will take place at Sunset Valley Crematory in Bad Axe. A private memorial service will be held at a later time. Memorials may be offered to the family discretionary fund. Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Thomas is survived by Peggy Ahearn of Bad Axe, his children: Cheryl (Dan) Ziegelmann of Santa Fe, Texas; Ann Ahearn (special friend Jason Schultz) of Bad Axe; Thomas Ahearn (special friend Jessica Volmering) of Ubly and Mary (Brandon) Richmond of Kinde; grandchildren: Kiley, Logan, Cory, Kylee and another grandchild due in May; brothers Frank (Linda) Ahearn of Bad Axe and Brian (Eileen) Ahearn of Warren; sisters Kay (Ricardo) Barreda of Duncanville, Texas, Mary (Leroy) Havens of Croswell and Marlene Corl of Ravenwood, Missouri; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by brothers, Danny, John and Bob Ahearn and a sister, Bridget Lancaster.
Thomas Michael Ahearn, 66, of Bad Axe, passed away on November 26, 2015 at his home. Tom was born in Bad Axe to the late Thomas and Mary Ann (Shine) Ahearn on February 4, 1949. Tom served in the U.S. Navy until 1971 following his graduation from Bad Axe High School. He worked as a journeyman electrician until his retirement from Tower Automotive. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, reading, and western movies. He spent a great deal of time outside enjoying nature and was happiest when surrounded by his family. Tom also enjoyed riding his motorcycles. He was greatly loved, intelligent, a wealth of knowledge to his children and always encouraging his children.
Name: Norman W. Lange
Age: 77
Hometown: Port Hope, MI
Funeral Date: November 30, 2015
Funeral services for Norman W Lange will be Monday, November 30th at 1pm at Zion Lutheran Church in Harbor Beach, Rev. Eric Kelmer officiating. Burial will take place at Rock Falls Cemetery. Visitation will take place Sunday from 2 to 8pm at Ramsey Funeral Home in Harbor Beach. A Scripture Service will be held Sunday at 7pm in the funeral home. Visitation will be held on Monday from 12noon until the time of service at the church. Memorials may be given to Zion Lutheran School or Eastern Huron Ambulance. Memories can be shared at RamseyFH.com.
He is survived by his loving wife Bernice of 55 years, son Duane Lange and his wife Sue of Marlette, daughter Deborah Weidman and her husband Troy, six grandchildren Garrett (Kayla) Lange, Jenna (Greg) Welke, Zachary Weidman, one great grandchild Grayson Lange, one brother Harold (Elaine) Lange, two sisters JoAnn Yott and Diane (George) Diehl, two nephews Jeff Diehl and Michael (Dawn) Lange.
Norman W. Lange age 77 of Harbor Beach passed away Thursday, November 26, 2015 at Saginaw St. Mary’s Hospital following complications from a stroke. Born on June 4, 1938 in Port Hope, he was the son of the late Theodore and Bertha (Pleiness) Lange. Norman and Bernice A. Klaska were united in marriage on Nov. 12, 1960 in Harbor Beach. He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Harbor Beach. Norman was the former owner of the Blue Water Lanes Bowling Alley in Harbor Beach and retired from Harbor Beach Community Schools in 1998 after 18 years of service. He enjoyed spending his time with family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchild. He also loved working in his flower beds and growing mums.
Name: Alma Pitcher
Age: 92
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: November 30, 2015
Funeral service will be on Monday, November 30, 2015 at 11:00 am at the First Presbyterian Church in Bad axe.. Visitation will be at the Knoblock Funeral Home on Sunday from 2-8 pm and on Monday from 10-11 am at the church. Burial will take place in the Port Austin Township Cemetery.
She is survived by her children: Marion Chaplinski of Port Austin, Gail (Nelson) Young of Bad Axe, Marsha (William) Jimkoski of Port Austin, Cheryl (Marvin) Jeffrey of Stanton, MI, and Robert Pitcher of Filion. Her grandchildren: Michelle McIntyre and her special friend Tim Hatch, Mike Chaplinski and his special friend Cindy Ruth, Brian (Brenda) Young, Brenda (Dave) Krotchen, Keith (Patty) Jimkoski, Dawn (Allen) Slater, Marv (Carol) Jeffrey, David (Sherri) Jeffrey, Shannon Pitcher (Sergion), Sean (Heather) Pitcher, and Ryan (Stacie) Pitcher. Her Great-grandchildren: Bryce, Drew, and Paige McIntyre; Kayla and Hunter Chaplinski; Erica (Dan) Rich, Nick Krotchen, Lucy Jimkoski, Alissa Harrison, Anna Tristain, Sadie Slater, Tyler DeBardelaben, Trent Schilavone, Maggie and Molly Pitcher, Gage Jackson, Gia and Ryan Pitcher, Jr. Also her great-great-grandchildren Joey and Ben Rich, and one brother, Don Merrick, as well as several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by Betty Grecian, Jose Merrick, and Dorothy McPhee.
Alma Pitcher, 92, of Filion, died Thursday at the Huron County Medical Care Facility in Bad axe. She was born July 9, 1923, the daughter of the late Benjamin and Vera (Pettit) Merrick. She and Roy Pitcher were married in Detroit, Michigan on July 31, 1943. He preceded her in death. She and her husband were lifetime Lincoln Township farmers. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Frank Horetski Post 499 in Port Austin, a member of the U & I, Kinde Senior Citizens, and the First Presbyterian Church of Back Axe. Alma enjoyed playing cards, bowling and her family.
Name: Rosemarie Manial
Age: 87
Hometown: Saginaw, MI
Funeral Date: November 30, 2015
Date of Birth: January 16, 1928
Date of Passing: November 25, 2015
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Funeral services will be conducted 11:00 AM Monday, November 30, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Elkton. Rev. Rodney Schwab, pastor will officiate with burial in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Saginaw. Visitation will be from 2 to 8 PM Sunday at the Champagne Funeral Chapel, Elkton and at the church after 10 AM Monday. Words of condolence may be shared at www.cfcelkton.com.
Surviving are four children, Steve (Evelyn) Manial of Chesaning, Vicki (Dan) Thompson of Essexville, Andy (Ann) Manial of Elkton and Mark (Wave) Manial of Sebewaing; twelve grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren and her sister, Betty (Brandon) Rohney of San Lorenzo, CA. Preceding her in death was a daughter, Sharon McLeod.
Rosemarie Manial age 87, of Elkton died Wednesday evening, November 25, at Covenant Cooper, Saginaw. She was born January 16, 1928 in Saginaw to the late Andrew and Catherine (Wysopal) Krawczak. Rose grew up in Saginaw and graduated from Arthur Hill High School in 1947. On April 9, 1949, she was united in marriage to Charles L. Manial in Saginaw. They moved to Elkton August 1, 1967 where they raised their family. Charlie preceded her in death March 6, 1981. Rose was employed at a shoe store in Saginaw until moving to Elkton, she then worked at Hamill Mfg, Bad Axe a number of years. She worked at Suds Ur Duds and Thumb Petroleum in Elkton until retiring. She then stayed busy baby setting many of the kids in town. Rose was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and enjoyed dining out, doing crossword puzzles, dancing with her husband, setting on her front porch and spending time with her children and grandkids.
Name: Arlene Joyce Roshy
Age: 89
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: November 25, 2015
Date of Birth: October 24, 1926
Date of Passing: November 22, 2015
Funeral Home: W. A. Trahan Funeral Chapel
Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 1:00 PM at the W. A. Trahan Funeral, 256 N. Madison Ave., Bay City, MI 48708. Rev. Stephen J. Fillion will preside with interment following in Floral Gardens Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to “Wishes of the Family.” Visiting hours are Tuesday 2:00 to 8:00 PM; and Wednesday from 12:00 PM until the time of the service at the W. A. Trahan Funeral Chapel, Bay City, MI. www.trahanfc.com
Survivors include four daughters: Diana (Glenn) Covaleski, Linda (Robert) Upthegrove, Patricia Vosberg, and Barbara (Jack) Morisette; 11 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; her sister and brother: Beverly Nix and Robert Brown. In addition to her parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by her brothers and sisters: Gene, James, Thelma, and Audrey.
ROSHY, Arlene Joyce Port Austin, Michigan Age 89 years, Arlene died Sunday, November 22, 2015 at Huron Medical Center, Bad Axe, MI. She was born to the late Earl J. and Phydelias (Sabourin) Brown on October 24, 1926 in Bay City. Arlene was a seamstress for Wolverine Knitting Mills for 20 years before her retirement. She was a past member of the U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 1509 in Port Austin. Arlene enjoyed sewing, computer games, gardening, golf, crossword puzzles, and especially spending time with family. She was married for 67 years to Julius A. Roshy who preceded her in death on March 25, 2014.
Name: Laurie Kay Soper
Age: 50
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: November 24, 2015
Services will be held Tuesday, November 24, 2015 at 6 pm at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe, MI. Burial will be in Colfax Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday from 3 pm until the service time at 6 pm. Memorials may be offered to the family discretionary fund. To offer your condolences to the family please visit kaufmanfuneralhome.com.
Laurie is survived by: husband Brian Soper of Bad Axe,MI whom she married on June 8, 1991 in Bad Axe, MI. 3 sons-Scott Osentoski and fiancé Ashley Meyer of Bad Axe. Cory Soper of Bad Axe, MI. Kyle Soper and special friend Shelby Berens of Bad Axe. 2 Brothers-Ken (Connie) Jimkoski of Bad Axe. Kevin (Lisa) Jimkoski of Kinde, MI. 3 grandchildren-Jasmine Osentoski of Bad Axe, Natalie Osentoski of Bad Axe and Zoi Berens of Bad Axe.
Laurie Kay Soper, age 50, of Bad Axe,MI passed away on Saturday November 21, 2015. Laurie was born April 13, 1965 in Detroit,MI, daughter of the late Kenneth and Linda (Gilbert) Jimkoski. She was raised in Kinde, MI.
Name: Kevin James Krug
Age: 56
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: Not Available
Date of Birth: August 24, 1959
Date of Passing: November 20, 2015
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
Per Kevin’s wishes, cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. A private memorial service will be held at a later time. Memorials may be offered to the family discretionary fund. Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Kevin is survived by a son Shane Krug & special friend Jennifer Johnsonbaugh) of Bad Axe; grandchildren Bradan and Alexander Krug; brothers Gary (Pat) Krug, Ken (Beth) Krug, Raymond (Clair) Krug all from Bad Axe, and Howard (Sue) Krug of Rochester, New York; sisters Joan (Bill) Trimm of Grand Rapids and Cathy (Paul) Lerash of Bad Axe; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a son, Aaron Krug and a sister and brother in law: Gail and Cal Worrell.
Kevin James Krug, age 56 of Bad Axe, passed away after a long illness on November 20, 2015. Kevin was born in Bad Axe on August 24, 1959 to Martha (Broilet) Krug and the late Vern Krug.
Name: Benita Joy Lawes
Age: 62
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: November 25, 2015
Services will be held Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 1:00 pm at the Evangelife Assembly of God Church in Bad Axe. Friends may call at the church on Wednesday from 10:00 am until the service time at 1:00 pm. Memorials may be offered to the family discretionary fund. To offer your condolences to the family, please visit kaufmanfuneralhome.com.
Benita is survived by: 1 daughter-Jimita Buskirk and special friend Kevin Apley of Bad Axe. 1 brother-Richard (Gloria) Lawes of Missouri. 2 sisters-Dee (Bill) Decker of Grayling and Judy Budds of Tennessee. 3 grandchildren-Brandon Buskirk of Bad Axe, Aaron Pyne of Bad Axe and Savannah Buskirk of Bad Axe. She was predeceased by: 1 brother –Joseph Lawes.
Benita Joy Lawes, age 62, of Bad Axe, passed away on Friday November 20, 2015. She was born March 9, 1953 in Detroit, daughter of the late Benjamin and Reba (Tucker) Lawes. Benita enjoyed her church family, helping friends and family and spending time with her grandchildren. She was called grandmother by many in the community.
Name: James Wolschlager
Age: 87
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: Not Available
In keeping with his wishes, there will be no visitation or services. Arrangements by the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe.
Survived by: 1 daughter-Pamela Wolschlager and special friend Donald Apley of Bad Axe. 6 brothers-Michael Wolschlager of Detroit. Albert (Josephine) Wolschlager of Bad Axe. Thomas Wolschlager of Hemans. Harold Wolschlager of Bad Axe. Tony (Adele) Rottenbucher of Florida. Allison (Donna) Wolschlager of Bad Axe. 2 sisters-Florence Byarski of Florida. Margaret Bouverette of Bad Axe. 2 grandchildren-Christina Shepherd of Bad Axe. Jimmy Shepherd of Bad Axe. 1 great-grandchild-Hunter Shepherd of Harbor Beach. Several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by-1 brother-Carl Wolschlager.
James Wolschlager, age 87, of Bad Axe, passed away on Thursday, November 19, 2015 at Huron Medical Center in Bad Axe. He was born on July 14, 1928 in Bad Axe, son of the late Michael and Irene (Kalpan) Wolschlager. He married Irene Jones on March 21, 1964 in Detroit. She preceded him in death on December 11, 2007. Jim was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.
Name: Judith Christina Maurer
Age: 64
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: November 24, 2015
Funeral Liturgy will take place at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, November 24, 2015 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 5376 State St. Friends may call at the W. L. Case and Company Funeral Chapel, 4480 Mackinaw Rd., from 3:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Sunday and Monday where a vigil service will take place at 7:00 p.m. Monday. They may then visit at the church on Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. until time of funeral liturgy. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider the American Lung Association or the charity of their choice. www.casefuneralhome.com
She is survived by her fiancé, Fred Foulds; her brothers, Dick (Jane) Maurer, Mike (Kathie) Maurer, Larry (Regina) Maurer; her sisters, Mary Ann (Chuck) Fournier, Marge Weidman, Grace (Mike) Krause and Trudi (Mike) Lang; many dear nieces and nephews; her sister-in-law, Wilma Maurer; three Godsons, Ryan Krause, Paul Fournier and Duane Maurer; Fred’s brothers and sisters, Mary (Fred) Clark, Ralph (Marie) Foulds, Nancy Hoppe, June Foulds, Beatrice (Ron) Stadnika, Thomas (Irene) Foulds. She was predeceased by her three brothers, Jerry, Bill and Tom Maurer; her brother-in-law, Roger Weidman; and Fred’s sister, Aggie Freeman.
Judith Christina (Judie) Maurer, Saginaw, Michigan Passed away Wednesday, November 18, 2015 at the Cartwright Center following a lengthy illness at the age of 64 years. Judie was born February 27, 1951 in Bad Axe to the late Louis and Margaret (Kelly) Maurer. She graduated from Bad Axe High School in 1969. She was employed at Michigan National Bank for 25 years and at A T & T for 17 years. She enjoyed playing cards (especially euchre), casino trips, and attending weddings. She was an avid Detroit Tigers and hockey fan and also enjoyed photography. She was a member of FOE 4413 and the Polish Falcons.
Name: John C. Pechette
Age: 83
Hometown: Pinnebog, MI
Funeral Date: November 23, 2015
Date of Birth: November 05, 1960
Date of Passing: November 18, 2015
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
A funeral mass will be celebrated 10:00 AM Monday at St Felix Catholic Church, Pinnebog. Rev. Fr. Robert Pare, pastor of Our Lady of Perpetual Help will officiate with burial in St Felix Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2 to 8 PM Sunday, with a parish scripture service at 5:00 PM at Champagne Funeral Chapel, Elkton. Words of condolence may be shared at www.cfcelkton.com.
Surviving are four children, Sue (Mark) Cook of Holt, Thomas (Traci) Pechette of Kinde, Joyce Pechette of San Diego, CA and Jon Pechette of Grand Blanc; a special friend, Barbara Binder of Port Austin; his grandchildren, Paul Cook, Samantha (Roland) Nickoli, Nicole Cook, Alexander, Adam, Andrew, Jared and Emilie Pechette; sister, Jean (Jim) Casey of Port Austin and sister-in-law, Mavis Pechette of Caseville. Preceding him in death were siblings, Mary Weber, Helen McCormick, Theresa Betteridge Yaroch and Frank Pechette.
John C Pechette age 83 of Pinnebog died Wednesday evening, November 18, at Huron Medical Center. He was born December 14, 1931 in Chandler Twp at the home of his parents, the late Louis and Catherine (Stephens) Pechette. John grew up on the family farm and was a 1949 graduate of Elkton High School. After high school, went to Michigan State. On November 5, 1960, he was united in marriage to Mildred Dolinski at St. Thomas Catholic Church, Detroit. They moved to a farm near Pinnebog the following year. Mildred preceded him in death on June 21, 2006. John was a lifelong member of St Felix Catholic Church, Pinnebog. He was passionate sports fan and enjoyed playing all sports, during his freshman year; he played football for Michigan State. He loved to watch the Detroit Lions and Tigers, Spartans, for that matter, any game that was televised. He enjoyed playing cards, golfing and traveling. His competitive nature/spirt was disguised by his calm demeanor. His true passion was his family, especially his grandchildren.
Name: Nadene E. Barbret
Age: 89
Hometown: Caseville
Funeral Date: November 20, 2015
Date of Birth: June 11, 1926
Date of Passing: November 16, 2015
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Funeral services will be at 11:00am Friday, November 20th at Cross Lutheran Church, Pigeon, with Rev. Timothy Loehrke officiating. Interment will be in Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be 2-6pm Thursday at the Champagne Funeral Chapel of Caseville. She will lie in-state one hour prior to the service on Friday in church. Memorials may be made to Cross Lutheran Church or School. Condolences may be shared at www.cfcCaseville.com
She is survived by her sons Rev. Thomas (Marlene) of Oscoda, Robert (Sherrie) of Pinckney and James (Joan) of Saline; grandchildren Jennifer (Mounim) Sais, Sarah (Yassine) Johri, Marcus and Kelly Barbret; great-grandchildren Sabreen, Jonah, Jamila and Yasmina; and sister Ethel Mueller of Sterling Heights. She was preceded in death by her sisters Dorothy, Evelyn, and Beatrice, and brother Windsor.
Nadene E. Barbret, 89, of Caseville died Monday, November 16, 2015 at Huron Medical Center in Bad Axe. Nadene was born June 11, 1926 in Detroit to the late Sumner and Caroline (Miranda) Chapman. She graduated from Detroit Denby High School in 1944. On October 19, 1946 she married Donald R. Barbret in Detroit. He preceded her in death on October 13, 2011. She raised her family in Detroit and then in 1970 the family moved to Caseville. She was an active member of the community, involved with the Caseville Eagles Auxiliary, Caseville Retirees, Library Club and Cross Lutheran Church. She enjoyed playing cards, especially bridge and euchre, and with her husband she was an accomplished ballroom dancer.
Name: John H. Armstead
Age: 92
Hometown: Harbor Beach, MI
Funeral Date: Not Available
Date of Birth: August 03, 1923
Date of Passing: November 15, 2015
Funeral Home: Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home
Per Jack’s wishes, there will be no funeral services. Cremation has taken place at Elkhart Cremation Services in Elkhart, IN. Burial will be in the spring at Rock Falls Cemetery in Harbor Beach.
Jack is survived by three sons and one daughter, Gary of Elkhart, IN, Clarence (Shelly) of Midland, John (Sarah) of Genoa City, WI, Janice (Larry) Schrader of Ubly; 8 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; two nieces, Nancy Rose and Pat Emming. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Joyce Ross; one brother, Joseph Percy Armstead; two sisters, Margaret Valley and Katherine June Fealko.
Mr. John “Jack” H. Armstead, 92 of Harbor Beach, passed away Sunday, November 15, 2015 at the Greenleaf Health Campus in Elkhart, IN under hospice care. He was born on August 3, 1923 in Bad Axe to the late Clarence and Rose (Smith) Armstead. He married Virginia Cook on September 16, 1944. She preceded him in death on February 13, 2003. Jack was a member of the Harbor Beach Presbyterian Church. He was a longtime employee and now retiree of Hercules in Harbor Beach. Before moving to Elkhart, IN to live with his son Gary, Jack was a “regular” at the early morning coffee/card club at the Harbor Beach Community House.
Name: Bethany M. Chesney
Age: 90
Hometown: Harbor Beach, MI
Funeral Date: November 16, 2015
Date of Birth: January 18, 1925
Date of Passing: November 13, 2015
Funeral Home: Ramsey Funeral Home
Funeral service will be Monday, November 16, 2015 in the Ramsey Home of Harbor Beach, with Rev. Mark Ryan officiating with burial in the Rock Falls Cemetery. Visitation will be in the Ramsey Funeral Home on Sunday from 2 pm to 8 pm and on Monday from 10 am until the time of services.
Beth is survived by her son Steve Barclay and his wife Angel of Argyle, TX and by 2 granddaughters, Stefani Frank and her husband Aaron of W. Bloomfield and Staci Barclay of Flushing. Also surviving are 4 great grandchildren Max, Jordan, Emma and Sam Frank. And a sister Dorothy Elliott of Harbor Beach, and a brother Jerome Stephen and his wife Noreen of Burt Lake and nieces and nephews.
BETHANY M. CHESNEY, age 90 of Harbor Beach, passed away Friday, November 13, 2015 at Genesee Care Center in Grand Blanc. Bethany was born January 18, 1925 in Harbor Beach to the late Melvin and Myrtle (Maule) Stephenson. Beth and Warren Barclay were married in 1943 in Port Hope. He preceded her in death on Oct. 7, 1948. Beth was married to Durwood Chesney on April 11, 1957 in Harbor Beach. Durwood preceded her in death on March 11, 2008. Beth was a member of the United Methodist Church of Harbor Beach and enjoyed visiting with family and friends, especially her grandchildren.
Name: Ronald Chris Gayari
Age: 75
Hometown: Owendale
Funeral Date: November 13, 2015
Date of Birth: October 14, 1940
Date of Passing: November 10, 2015
Funeral Home: Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home
The Funeral Mass will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 14, 2015 at St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church/OLPH, Pigeon, with Fr. Rob Paré officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Memorials may be made to McNally House, Cartwright Hospice Residence, or St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church. Please share memories online at MeyersieckBussemaFuneralHome.com VISITATION AT MEYERSIECK-BUSSEMA FUNERAL HOME, PIGEON: Friday, November 13 2:00 – 9:00 p.m. The Wake Service will be 7 p.m. AND AT ST. FRANCIS BORGIA CATHOLIC CHURCH/OLPH, PIGEON: Saturday, November 14 10 a.m. until mass at 11 a.m.
His survivors include his wife, Elaine R. Gayari; children: Laura (Kevin) Burk of Pigeon, Karen (Mark) Hicks of Williamston, Jenifer (Kevin) Green of Cass City, Stephen (Michelle) Gayari of Pigeon, and Michelle Gayari (David Bausch) of Ann Arbor; grandchildren: Tiffany (Eddie) Lorkowski, Kevin (Tiffany) Burk, Nathan Hicks, Andrew Hicks, Chelsea Green, Brandon Green, Ariel Green, Shawn Gayari, Kyle Gayari, and Cassie Gayari; great-grandsons, Luke, Jonathan, and Zachary Lorkowski; siblings, Judy (Jerry) Woods of Taylor, Philip (Eileen) Gayari of Caseville, and Roxanne (Dan Quinn) Errer of Caseville; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Ronald Chris “Ron” Gayari, 75 of Owendale, passed away Tuesday, November 10, 2015 at the James Cartwright Hospice Residence in Saginaw Township with his family by his side. Ron was born in Pigeon on October 14, 1940 to Christopher S. and Helen Eva (Bletl) Gayari. He was a 1958 graduate of Pigeon High School, and attended Business College in Bay City for two years. On January 27, 1962 he was united in marriage to Elaine R. Drummond at St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church, Pigeon, and they have celebrated more than 53 years of marriage. Ron had three loves in his life: his wife, his family, and farming. He even planted crops this past spring and thrashed wheat this summer. Ron was a lifetime member of St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church, as well as the St. Francis Hospitality Committee and the Knights of Columbus. He was also a member of the Brookfield Township Board of Review. He enjoyed fishing, woodworking, playing cards, and making wine, including this fall. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.
Name: Linda Ann Kozlowski
Age: 66
Hometown: Filion, MI
Funeral Date: November 25, 2015
Date of Birth: March 09, 1940
Date of Passing: November 09, 2015
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
Per Linda’s wishes, cremation will take place at Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. A memorial mass will be 11 am on Wednesday, November 25th at St. Mary of Czestochowa Catholic Church in Dwight Township with Fr. Craig Carolan officiating. A gathering will be 2 – 8 pm on Tuesday, November 24th with scripture service at 7 pm at the MacAlpine Funeral Home Gage Chapel in Kinde and at the church on Wednesday, November 25th from 10 am until time of service. Memorials may be offered to the family discretionary fund. Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Linda is survived by her husband of 41 years, David; daughters: Dawna (James) Bemis of Deford and Kristi (Steve) Niemiec of Ubly; grandchildren: Ford and Shelby Bemis, Lindsay and Lauren Niemiec and step grandson, Steven Niemiec.; father Raymond Stockoski; brothers: Kenneth Stockoski and Gary (special friend Kathy) both of Port Austin; sister Karen Stockoski of Detroit and many nieces and nephews.
Linda Ann Kozlowski, 66, of Filion, passed away on November 9, 2015 at Covenant Harrison, Saginaw after an extended illness, with her family by her side. Linda was born on March 9, 1949 in Bad Axe to Raymond Stockoski and the late Elizabeth (Rice) Stockoski. On June 29, 1974, she married the love of her life, David E. Kozlowski at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Port Austin. Linda was a member of St. Mary of Czestochowa Catholic Church in Dwight Township. She graduated from Port Austin High School in 1967. Linda enjoyed her flower gardens, working on puzzles, sewing, cooking and spending time with her grandchildren.
Name: Mary Amelia Bursick
Age: 95
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: November 13, 2015
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, November 13, 2015 at 10 am. at St. Hubert Parish-Sacred Heart Catholic Church. 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 Thursday from 2-7 pm. or Friday at the church from 9 am. until the service time at 10 am. A scripture service will be offered on Thursday at 6:30 pm. at the funeral home.
Survived by: 2 sons-Eugene (Bobbi) Bursick of Houston, Texas. James (Bev) Bursick of Grand Rapids. 3 daughters-Marie Humphrey of Bad Axe. Elizabeth (Sam) Glasgow of Bad Axe. Nancy Bursick of Bad Axe. Several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Predeceased by: 1 son-Robert Bursick. 2 brothers-Frederick Ligrow and Daniel Ligrow. 1 great grandson.
Mary Amelia Bursick, age 95, of Bad Axe, passed away on Sunday, November 8, 2015 at the Huron Medical Care Facility in Bad Axe. She was born on March 25, 1920 in Kinde, daughter of the late Frederick and Marie (Kennedy) Ligrow. She married Cletus Bursick on November 28, 1946 in Kinde. He preceded her in death on June 19, 2003.
Name: Josephine C. Reehl
Age: 83
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: November 11, 2015
Date of Birth: November 12, 1931
Date of Passing: November 08, 2015
Funeral Home: Kaufman Funeral Home
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, November 11, 2015 at 11 am. at St. Hubert Parish-Sacred Heart Catholic 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 Tuesday from 2-7 pm. or Wednesday at the church from 10 am. until the service time at 11 am. A scripture service will be offered on Tuesday at 6:30 pm at the funeral home.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Martin Reehl of Bad Axe. Josephine is survived by: 1 son-Gary Reehl of Bad Axe. 3 grandchildren-Melodie (Brian) Kociba, Rebecca (Eric) Good, and Lori (Pat Osentoski) Neumann. 9 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren. 1 brother-Richard Matelski. 5 sisters-Dolores Matelski, Mary Matelski, Irene Strozeski, Rita Williams, and Michalene Champagne. 1 brother-in-law-Fred Harris. 3 sisters-in-law-Veneice Matelski, Marie Langley and Marlene Matelski. Predeceased by- 1 son-Terry Reehl. 2 brothers-Leonard Matelski and George Matelski. 2 sisters-Beatrice Dobson and Margie Harris. 1 daughter-in-law-Susan Reehl. 1 grandson-Todd Adams
Josephine C. Reehl, age 83, of Bad Axe, passed away on Sunday, November 8, 2015 at Courtney Manor in Bad Axe. She was born on November 12, 1931 in Lincoln Township, daughter of the late Charles and Rosie (Rice) Matelski. She was preceded in death by her husband, Martin Reehl of Bad Axe.
Name: Patricia Ellen Veal
Age: 85
Hometown: Harbor Beach, MI
Funeral Date: November 09, 2015
Date of Birth: February 28, 1930
Date of Passing: November 06, 2015
Funeral Home: Ramsey Funeral Home
A Mass of Christian burial will be conducted at Holy Name of Mary Church, Our Lady of Lake Huron site, Monday, November 9, at 11:30 am, with Father William Spencer, pastor, officiating. Burial will follow in Our Lady of Lake Huron Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday, November 8, from 2pm to 8pm at the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Visitation on Monday will be at the church beginning at 10 am until the time of service at 11:30 am. A parish Scripture service is November 8, 2015 at 7:30 p.m. Memorials may be made to Our Lady of Lake Huron School, Heartland Hospice or the American Cancer Society. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com
Surviving are a daughter, Deborah Oglenski and her husband P. Stephen, of Harbor Beach; a son, William T. Veal, and his wife, Julie, of Kimball Township; five grandchildren, Sarah Roberts, and her husband Nate, of Oak Park, IL; Erin Modrzynski , and her husband, Kristopher, of Clarkston; Claire Romzek, and her husband, Gavin, of Las Vegas, NV; William Jarred Veal, and his wife, Dee, of Aberdeen, MD; and Garrett Veal of Port Huron; nine great-grandchildren, Samuel, Grace and William Modrzynski; Caleb and Graham Roberts; Owen, Maxwell and Lyla Romzek; and William ”Liam” E. Veal. She is also survived by a brother, Leo Shubitowski, and his wife, Johanna, of Walpole, MA, and many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Veal was preceded in death by four sisters: Agatha Conboy; Esther Ashley; Doris Peterson and Clara Turner.
Patricia Ellen Veal, 85, died November 6, 2015, after a short illness. She was born February 28, 1930, daughter of Leo and Ellen Anna (Stapleton) Shubitowski. She married Thomas John Veal on August 20, 1949, at Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church in Harbor Beach. He preceded her in death on November 22, 2010. Mrs. Veal was a graduate of Our Lady of Lake Huron High School. She worked at the Harbor Beach Creamery for several years. Later she worked at Veal & Kamp Plumbing & Heating from 1960 to 1984. She enjoyed her travels to Arizona and Florida with her husband. Taking care of her home, cooking and baking various desserts, eating anything chocolate and playing Yahtzee were among her favorite past times. Her greatest joy was spending time with great-grandchildren.
Name: Jane A. Pagel
Age: 73
Hometown: Palms, MI
Funeral Date: November 09, 2015
Date of Birth: July 17, 1942
Date of Passing: November 03, 2015
Funeral Home: Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home
The memorial service for Jane will be 11:00 am Monday, November 9th at St. John Lutheran Church in Palms. Pastor Henry Hales, will officiate. Burial will be private at a later date. Visitation will be on Monday at St. John Lutheran Church in Palms from 10:00-11:00 am. Memorials have been requested to St. John Lutheran Church, Cemetery Fund or the Ladies Aide Society.
Jane is survived by her loving husband of 51 years, Wayne Pagel Sr. of Palms; three sons, John and his significant other, Debbie Mitchell of Wadhams, Wayne Jr. of Minden City, Scott (Tammy) Pagel of Sandusky; 10 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; one sister, Dorothy (Don) Weeks of Deckerville; one brother, Don (Tina) Scott of Caro; two sisters-in-law, Pamela Scott of Deckerville, Karen Scott of West Branch. Jane was preceded in death by two brothers, Robert Scott Jr. and Ronald Scott.
Mrs. Jane A. Pagel, 73 of Palms, passed away Tuesday, November 3, 2015 at Autumnwood of Deckerville. She was born on July 17, 1942 in Port Huron to the late Robert and Doris (Young) Scott. She married Wayne Pagel on April 23, 1964 at St. John Lutheran Church in Palms. Jane was a graduate of the Deckerville Community School. She worked at Deckerville Die Form for 45 years, before retiring in 2005. She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Palms for 64 years where she was a Ladies Aide. Jane enjoyed horses and was on the 4-H Horse Committee.
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