Name: Saralee Margaret - (Murray) Thompson
Age: 82
Hometown: Minden City, MI
Funeral Date: August 19, 2017
Date of Birth: January 15, 1935
Date of Passing: August 11, 2017
Funeral Home: Cremation Society of Mid Michigan
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday August 19, 2017 at 11 A.M. at the McGregor United Methodist Church, 2230 Forester Rd., Deckerville, MI 48427. The family will receive friends at the church on Friday August 18, 2017 from 5-8 P.M and on Saturday, August 19, 2017 from 9-11 A.M. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider memorial contributions to the Minden City Cemetery Association, c/o Dale Volz 6191 E. Huron Line Road, Minden City, MI 48456 or the Minden City United Methodist Church, 1436 Main Street, Minden City, MI 48456. Honorary Pallbearers will be, Adam & Jason Thompson, Nathan, Neil, & Travis Schock, Nicholas and Matthew Michalek. To sign online guestbook, visit www.cremationsocietymidmi.com Arrangements made with Cremation Society of Mid Michigan 888-273-3553.
She is survived by three children, Murray (Emelie) Thompson, Marilee Schock, Lucinda (Dr. Tom) Michalek, daughter-in-law, Mary Anna Thompson; grandchildren, Adam(Brandy) and Jason Thompson, Nathan Schock, Neil (Anne Marie) Schock, Travis Schock, Nicholas(Jeanna) Michalek, Matthew( fiancée Becky Mergener) Michalek, Sarah and Elizabeth Michalek, Tammy McPherson; great grandchildren, Pheobe and Olivia Thompson, Silas, Adelina, and Eli Schock, Mallory and Ty McPherson; her brother Donald(Neita) Murray; sister-in-law Germaine Thompson; and maid-of-honor and best friend till the end, Joyce (Jensen) Houck. Was preceeded in death by her husband Thomas, son Kevin, grandson Andrew Michalek, brother Gordon Murray, and sister Marilyn Batkie.
Saralee Margaret (Murray) Thompson age 82 of Minden City, passed away August 11, 2017 at Henry Ford Hospital after a short illness, with her family at her side. She was born January 15, 1935 in Carsonville Michigan to the late Neil and Anna (Robinson) Murray. Saralee grew up in the Sandusky area and was a proud member of the Sandusky High School Class of 1952. She married Thomas T. Thompson on March 6, 1954. She was a mother and farmer’s wife most of her life while pursuing her passion of painting. Saralee was a lifetime member of the Minden City United Methodist Church, UMW, Pastor Parish Council, Zephyrhills United Methodist Church, Chapter #400 Order of Eastern Star, Minden City Cemetery Association, and the owner of The Tole Barn where she taught painting classes for many years. She also taught painting classes in Zephyrhills, Florida. She was an accomplished artist, winning a number of awards for her work with oils, watercolor and other mediums. Her favorite subjects included horses, barns, flowers, birds, and people. For over 50 years she used her love and skill of art to teach many to paint who never thought they could. She operated a painting studio with classes out of her home. Her art captured the emotions and life of her subjects. A quote in Latin, "Ars longus, vita brevis" or "art is long, life is short". Her art work will continue to speak to us about how her eyes saw the world. Saralee could also be found in her flower gardens, playing cards, reading a book, traveling, or making time to visit with family and friends
Name: Shelly Ann Yaroch-Hammarskjold
Age: 61
Hometown: Dearborn
Funeral Date: August 17, 2017
Visitation will be on Wednesday, August 16, 2017 from 3:00 P.M until 8:00 P.M. at the Kaufman Funeral Home, 84 Westland Dr., Bad Axe, MI 48413. Phone (989) 269-3000. A scripture service will be offered at 7:30 P.M. Shelly’s funeral will be on Thursday, August 17, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. with visitation starting at 10:00 A.M. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 311 Whitelam St., Bad Axe, MI.
Shelly is survived by her loving husband of 23 years, Steve Hammarskjold. She is also survived by her brother Rev. Kenneth E. Yaroch of Saginaw, MI, sister Mary J. Beyer-Diebold (& fiance James Moore) of Venice, FL and brother Alan (Christie) Yaroch of Sarasota, FL. Shelly was preceded in death by her brother Brian J. Yaroch. Shelly also leaves behind numerous other loving relatives and friends, including her nephews Jon (Laurel) Yaroch of Indiana, Ben (Jodi) Yaroch of Jeanette, PA, Nathaniel Beyer of Ft. Lauderdal, FL, Brendan (Jennifer) Beyer of Topeka, KS and Jerry Beyer of Ann Arbor, MI.
Shelly Ann Yaroch-Hammarskjold, age 61, of Dearborn, passed away on Friday, August 11, 2017. She was born to the late Sylvester and Irene M. Yaroch of Bad Axe in 1956. “Three things that will last forever-Faith, Hope, and Love; But the greatest of these is Love†was one of Shelly’s favorite passages and was the story of her life. She had a mothering love and worried as a loving mother would about those in her life. It was her natural way of showing how special you were to her. Growing up in Huron County and graduating from Bad Axe High School was a source of pride for her and she carried her hometown with her wherever she went, including the University of Michigan, where she achieved a Master’s Degree in Social Work. She entered the workforce and served as a social worker for about 20 years and later switched to a career in Interior Design. Charitable work was important to her and she recently organized renovations for Interim House in Detroit – a shelter for at-risk women and children. Family and friends were Shelly’s joy and she particularly loved visits with her out of state nephews and their growing families. Rolling up her sleeves and helping with painting or sewing curtains for them made her happy, as did working in her own garden. She loved to make beautiful things even more beautiful, whether it was jewelry, a flower garden or a favorite recipe. The last chapter in Shelly’s life truly showcased her courage and faith. She fought cancer valiantly until the very end and will be remembered by us forever as a role model for inner strength. Our time with Shelly wasn’t enough, but she reminded us that she will be with us every day, just in a different way, and we can take comfort from that! Her final wish was to “Go home†to her beloved Huron County, so final arrangements will include funeral and interment in Bad Axe, MI.
Name: Mary A. Huff
Age: 66
Hometown: Saginaw, formerly of Caseville
Funeral Date: September 09, 2017
Date of Birth: April 26, 1951
Date of Passing: August 10, 2017
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Memorial services will be at Noon, Saturday, September 9th at The Big Charity Pavilion in Caseville County Park, with Jared Andrews leading the service. Honoring Mary's wishes cremation has taken place. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the family. Condolences may be shared at www.ChampagneFuneralChapel.com
Surviving are her sisters: Sharon Krukowski, Rose Houser, Lorraine Huff, and Linda Hoffman. Many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, brothers: Mike, Kim, and Tim; brothers-in-law James Houser and Jack Hoffman; and nieces Charity Houser and Lynne Perry.
Huff, Mary A., 66, of Saginaw, formerly of Caseville, passed away suddenly with her family by her side Thursday August 10, 2017 at Covenant Hospital in Saginaw. Mary was born April 26, 1951 to the late Edward S. and Josephine V. (Franzel) Huff. She was a graduate of Buena Vista High School. She worked at both Saginaw Big Boy Restaurants during her senior year in high school. While at Big Boy she created a table to kitchen computer ordering system. During her 35 years in Caseville, she worked as a waitress, cook and manager at such places as Joe's Pizzeria, Lefty's, Harbor Lights, Riverside, The Lodge and various other establishments. She owned and operated Ma Ma Dee's Restaurant in Bay Port. She drove cancer patients to their doctor appointments in Bad Axe and also delivered Meals On Wheels. Mary loved to fish, watch wrestling, play BINGO and slots at the casino. She was a big Detroit Tigers fan. Due to health issues she moved to South Colony Place in Saginaw. Mary was selfless, caring and kind.
Name: Mike Ruth
Age: 81
Hometown: Port Austin
Funeral Date: August 12, 2017
Date of Birth: October 24, 1935
Date of Passing: August 09, 2017
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
Memorial Mass will take place 10 a.m. on Saturday August 12th, 2017 at St. Felix of Valois Church at Pinnebog (Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish) Fr. Robert Pare officiating. Per Mike’s wishes, cremation has already taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. A gathering will be Friday August 11th from 2-8 PM at MacAlpine Gage Chapel in Kinde. Gathering will be at the church Saturday from 9 AM until the time of service. Memorials may be offered to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Condolences can be shared at www.macalplinefuneralhome.com
Mike is survived by his wife Mary, his sons Christopher (Janet ) Ruth of Bloomfield Hills, Gregory Ruth of Port Austin, his granddaughters Rebecca and Amanda Ruth, his brother Joe (Doris ) Ruth of Saginaw, his sister Theresa (Joe ) Mousseau of Sterling , His brother-in-law Walter (Judy) Miller of Port Austin, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sisters Margaret (Bill) Kruger, Marie (Bob) Wilson, his brother George (Donna) Ruth, his brother-in-law Karl (Margaret) Miller.
Mike Ruth, age 81 of Port Austin died peacefully following a heart attack on August 9th, 2017 at Huron Medical Center with his family by his side. He was born October 24, 1935 the son of the late Joseph L. Ruth and Luetta (Fehner ) Ruth. He graduated from Kinde High School in 1954 and enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1955. He married Mary Miller on December 1, 1962 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Dwight Township. Mike farmed for several years and worked in Ag Retail for 25 years, retiring from Terra International in 1990 and then retired as a full-time farmer in 1997. He was a Hume Township Trustee for 23 years, serving until 2016. Mike enjoyed playing baseball, basketball and football, and watching the Detroit Tigers, Detroit Lions and MSU football and basketball. He loved hunting and fishing. He was a member of the U & I Club in Port Austin and looked forward to visiting friends and playing cards there. He also enjoyed classic country & western music and loved to sing and play guitar, entertaining residents at the Huron County Medical Care Facility for the past 17 years.
Name: Virginia Norris Tetreau
Age: 91
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: August 14, 2017
Date of Birth: August 12, 1925
Date of Passing: August 09, 2017
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
Funeral service for Virginia will be Monday, August 14th at Our Savior Lutheran Church at 11:00 AM. Burial will be in Colfax Township Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday August 13th from 2-7PM at the Mac Chapel in Bad Axe. Visitation will be at the church Monday at 10:00 AM until time of service. Memorials may be offered to Our Savior Lutheran Church Bad Axe, or Country Garden in Pigeon, or Compassus Hospice. Condolences may be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Virginia is survived by son Craig (Teresa) Tetreau of Bad Axe. Grand children Brian Tetreau of Flatrock, Tina (Scott) Harrand of Kinsley, Tony Tetreau of Savanah GA. Great grandsons Henry and Hudson Harrand of Kingsley. Sisters-in-law, Betty Chambers and Dulcia (Donald) Wichert, two nieces and two nephews. She was preceded in death by her brother Roy Chambers Jr. and sons Alger and Timothy.
Virginia Norris Tetreau age 91 of Bad Axe, passed away on August 9th, 2017, at Country Gardens in Pigeon under Compassus Hospice Care. She was born August 12, 1925 in Ubly to the late Roy Sr. and Amanda (Furhwerk) Chambers. Virginia married Francis “Frank“ Tetreau on September 22, 1956. He preceded her in death on September 13, 2016. Virginia graduated from Ubly High School in 1943. She worked at Nestlé’s in Ubly and Fuel Gas in Bad Axe as a bookkeeper. She enjoyed bowling, camping and followed all sports on TV. Virginia was a founding member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Bad Axe.
Name: Frank A. Midyett
Age: 76
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: August 15, 2017
Funeral Services for Frank will be Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at 11 am at the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Burial will follow in White Rock Cemetery. Visitation for Frank will be on Monday, from 2-8pm at the funeral home. Visitation on Tuesday will begin at 10 am until time of services at 11 am. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com
He is survived by his wife Patricia of Bad Axe, and children, Frankie, LaDonna and Marty, Corrine Gerke of Newaygo, and Rudy Schulte of Hudsonville, 9 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, and his siblings, Bill Midyett of Traverse City, Rich Midyett of Holly, Sherri Olsway of Trenary, and Thelma Dodson of Minnesota. He was preceded in death by several brothers and sisters.
FRANK A. MIDYETT, age 76 of Bad Axe, passed away at his home under hospice care. He was born on January 27, 1941 in DuQuoin, Illinois, to the late George and Lucille (Gulley) Midyett. He and Patricia Schulte were united in marriage on June 30, 2017. Frank worked as a machinist over the years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and repairing boat motors.
Name: Donald S. Iseler
Age: 86
Hometown: Maple City, formerly of Harbor Beach
Funeral Date: August 26, 2017
Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be at 1 p.m. and a memorial service at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 26, at First Presbyterian Church of Harbor Beach. Military honors will be given by the American Legion. Memorials may be offered to the First Presbyterian Church of Harbor Beach, the St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church (Beulah, MI) Building Fund, or the Harbor Beach Lighthouse Preservation Society. Arrangements are being handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach.
Don is survived by his wife, Marjorie of Maple City; children James Iseler and his wife Vicki of Horton, Robert Iseler and his wife Judy Evola of Highland, and Catherine Anthony and her husband Andrew of Empire; grandchildren Shelby Iseler, Maxwell Iseler, Amelia Anthony and Margaret Anthony; and his brother, James Iseler of St. Clair Shores. He was preceded in death by a sister-in-law, Jeanne Iseler.
Donald S. Iseler, age 86 of Maple City, formerly of Harbor Beach, passed away Saturday, August 5, 2017, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. He was born on June 23, 1931 in Caro to the late Jacob and Catherine (McLennan) Iseler. Don served honorably in Korea for the US Army during the Korean War. Don and Marjorie Zellman were united in marriage on June 16, 1956, in Harbor Beach. Don graduated from Harbor Beach Community Schools in 1949, Flint Junior College, and then Central Michigan University in 1960. He also studied at the University of Michigan Banking School and the University of Wisconsin Banking School. Don worked for Huron County Bank, First of America Bank and Chemical Bank, all in Harbor Beach, from 1960 to 1994. He retired from Chemical Bank as senior vice president in 1994. Don was an active member of the community before his retirement. He was a former member and treasurer of First Presbyterian Church in Harbor Beach, and was a member of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church of Beulah. He was a former president and secretary of the Harbor Beach Lions Club, and was a member of the Jaycees, Chamber of Commerce, American Legion (former commander), Dance Club, Men's Civic Chorus, and was a Master Mason. Don was on the Harbor Beach School Board during the 1960s, treasurer of the student loan fund, former president of the Harbor Beach Alumni Association, and was treasurer of the Murphy Museum Foundation.
Name: Mary A. Sageman
Age: 73
Hometown: Pigeon, formerly of Bad Axe
Funeral Date: August 09, 2017
Date of Birth: October 24, 1943
Date of Passing: August 05, 2017
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
Funeral service for Mary will be 2 p.m. on Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at the MacAlpine Funeral Home in Bad Axe with Fr. John Bustamante officiating. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until time of service. Per Mary’s wishes, cremation will follow the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be offered to the family discretionary fund. Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Mary is survived by her son, Earl K. Sageman Jr. of Flint; her daughters, Catherine (Jason) Osantowski of Bad Axe, Amy Jo Sageman of Pigeon, Michelle Sageman (special friend, JR Luttman) of Port Austin, Wendy Sageman of Bad Axe, Kimberly Sageman (special friend Cristobal Saenz Jr.) of Bad Axe and Barbara Sageman of Florida. She will be greatly missed by her grandchildren: Dustin Sageman, Miki Sageman (fiancé, Ryan Thick), Amber (Chuck) Loomis, Jason Osantowski Jr., Isiah J. Sageman, D’Carlos, Devon and Emily Sageman and her great grandchildren, Alyvia, Coleston, Chace Loomis. She is also survived by her sister, Barbara (Edward) Retherford of Alpena; her brother, Michael Bustamante of Florida and sisters-in-law, Cecelia Bustamante of Sterling Heights, Harriet Britt of Bad Axe and Winifred Sageman of Bad Axe. She was preceded in death by her son-in-law, William Burkett; brothers, Anthony and Joseph Bustamante; brothers-in-law, Glenn, Joseph Jr., Harold, Winston, and Wallace Sageman and Kenneth Britt; her sisters-in-law, Nancy and Rosemary Bustamante, Marie, Mary and Gladys Sageman.
Mary A. Sageman, 73, of Pigeon and formerly of Bad Axe, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2017 at Courtney Manor in Bad Axe. She was born on October 24, 1943 in Macomb, Michigan to the late Joseph and Amelia (Tomaszewski) Bustamante. On October 26, 1963, she married the love of her life, Earl K. Sageman Sr. He preceded her in death in May 2015. Mary was instrumental in the formation of the first 4-H Horse Club in Cass City. She enjoyed riding and showing her horse, Kahok Dammit. In her youth, Mary worked on her family farm. She also worked at General Cable in Cass City, Elias Big Boy Restaurant in Bad Axe and Caro, for the Huron Daily Tribune, Howards Ceramics and Cloud of Dust Ceramics. Mary loved her family and friends. She enjoyed knitting, canning and traveling.
Name: George Edward Costello
Age: 75
Hometown: Kinde, MI
Funeral Date: August 07, 2017
Date of Birth: October 13, 1941
Date of Passing: August 04, 2017
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
Mass of Christian burial will be 11 a.m. on Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at St. Edward Catholic Church in Kinde with Fr. Craig Carolan officiating. Burial will be at the church cemetery. Visitation will be at the MacAlpine Gage Chapel in Kinde on Tuesday, August 8, 2017 from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. with a Scripture service at 7 p.m. Memorials may be offered to the North Huron High School Sports Fund or to Donor’s Choice. Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
George is survived by his sisters, Virginia Eskau and her husband, Raymond, of Caseville and Peggy Sturm of Port Austin; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister, Delores (Marion) Bell; his brother, Bill (Elaine) Costello and his nephew, Ray Eskau.
George Edward Costello, 75, of Kinde, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2017 at Huron County Medical Care Facility under Compassus Hospice care. George was born in Bad Axe, Michigan on October 13, 1941 to the late William J. and Mary A. (McGee) Costello. He graduated from the Flint High School for the Deaf in 1961. George worked as a physical therapy assistant for many years at the Huron County Medical Care Facility. George was a member of St. Edward’s Catholic Church/Annunciation of the Lord Parish, where he ushered. He was a member of the Port Austin U & I Club and the Kinde Senior Club. George enjoyed downhill skiing, golfing, and traveling. He was an avid Detroit Tigers and University of Michigan football fan. George was North Huron High School’s number 1 fan, attending every sport games.
Name: Polly Marie Hessling
Age: 53
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: August 07, 2017
Date of Birth: January 23, 1964
Date of Passing: August 03, 2017
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
Funeral service for Polly will be 11 a.m. on Monday, August 7, 2017 at the Bad Axe First United Methodist Church with Rev. Philip Tousley officiating. Burial will take place at Colfax Township Cemetery. Visitation will be on Sunday, August 6, 2017 at the MacAlpine Funeral Home in Bad Axe from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. Visitation will also be at the church on Monday from 10 a.m. until time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Polly is survived by her husband of thirty-three years, Melvin Hessling of Bad Axe; her son, Eric Hessling and his fiancé, Jodi, of Kinde; her daughter, Kristin Hessling of Saginaw; her parents, Maxine Wolfe of Bad Axe and Dale Wolfe and his wife, Nancy of Elkton; her siblings, Barbara Pionk of Bad Axe, Pamela (Anthony) Brown of Goodells, Mich., Michael Wolfe of Bad Axe, Roxane Puvalowski of Bad Axe and Timothy Wolfe of Bad Axe. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brother, Eldon Dale Wolfe and her brothers-in-law, Marvin Pionk and Jerome Puvalowski.
Polly Marie Hessling, 53, of Bad Axe, passed away on August 3, 2017 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Saginaw. Polly was born in Bad Axe on January 23, 1964 to Dale Wolfe and Maxine (Tinsey) Wolfe. She graduated from Bad Axe High School in 1982. On October 8, 1983 she married Melvin James Hessling at St. Peter & Paul Catholic Church. Polly was a member of the Bad Axe First United Methodist Church. She worked as an order processing specialist at Thumb Tool and Engineering in Bad Axe. She loved spending time with her family. Polly also enjoyed gardening, riding Harley Davidson motorcycles, crocheting, camping, and coloring. She will be greatly missed by her dogs, Jake, Tucker and Lucy and her cat, Tia.
Name: Donald Richard June
Age: 68
Hometown: Millington
Funeral Date: August 11, 2017
Funeral services will be at 11:00 am Friday, August 11th at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1700 Sugnet Road, Midland (at Eastman Road) with Brother John Dunford presiding. Burial will be in Caseville Township Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-8pm Thursday at the Champagne Funeral Chapel of Caseville and one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday. Memorials may be made in his memory to the charity of the donor’s choice. Condolences may be shared at www.ChampagneFuneralChapel.com
Don is survived by his mother Lois June of Oregon; wife Brenda of Millington; children Samuel of Lansing, Benjamin, Matthew and Rachel, all of Wisconsin; step-children Christopher (Debbie) Valentine, Daniel (Karen) Valentine, Gloria (Art) Licht, Amanda Valentine, David (Darcie) Valentine, John Valentine, Andrea (David) Bowen and Virginia Link; 27 grandchildren; and siblings Dave and Rick June and Rebecca Bouchard. He was preceded in death by his brother Daniel and father Harold.
Donald Richard June, 68, of Millington, Michigan died Thursday, August 3, 2017 at Scheurer Hospital in Pigeon from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Don was born May 13, 1949 in Alameda, California to Lois and the late Harold June. He attended the California College of Arts and Crafts. At age 19 Don was baptized into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and went on to serve a two-year mission in Pennsylvania. Several years later, Don married and became a father of four wonderful children. He re-married in 2004 to Brenda Meinecke and embraced her eight children. Through the years Don has become a loving grandpa of 27 grandchildren. Don valued being a father and providing for his family. He was a very inventive man who started his own business: Amazing Carpet Renewal. In addition to his business and family duties, Don served many positions in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints including Branch President of the Bad Axe Branch. If Don could share one last thing, he would express his love for the Savior and Heavenly Father and invite you to come onto Christ. He believed families are together forever and death cannot rob us of this great blessing. God called back a wonderful, loving, faithful son who is greatly missed by all who knew him.
Name: Eunice L. Plester
Age: 81
Hometown: Harbor Beach, MI
Funeral Date: August 09, 2017
Cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory of Bay City. A memorial service will take place on Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at 10 am at Ramsey Funeral Home with Rev. Ron Schultz officiating. Private interment will follow at Rock Falls Cemetery. Friends may gather at the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach on Tuesday, from 4-8pm. Visitation on Wednesday will be from 9am until time of services at 10 am. Memorials may be given to Lakeview Extended Care, Zion Lutheran Church, or American Cancer Society. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com
Eunice is survived by her children: Duane Klemp and his wife Sara of Lapeer, Don Plester and his wife Brenda of Ruth, Brenda Heleski and her husband Randy of Cuthbert, GA, Doug Plester and his wife Cheryl of Port Hope, 9 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, her brothers Eugene (Lola) Miller of Romeo, Charles (Pat) Miller of Port Hope, and sister-in-law Rose Miller of Port Hope. She was preceded in death by a brother Darwin Miller.
EUNICE L. PLESTER, age 81 of Harbor Beach, passed away Thursday, August 3, 2017 at Lakeview Extended Care and Rehab Center of the Harbor Beach Community Hospital. She was born on January 15, 1936 in Sigel Township to the late Edward and Grace (Hartz) Miller. Eunice and Harold Plester were united in marriage on August 11, 1956. He preceded her in death on August 5, 2003. Eunice was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, and enjoyed sewing, cooking, gardening and baking. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family.
Name: James Colburn Roberts
Age: 78
Hometown: Harbor Beach, MI
Funeral Date: August 07, 2017
Funeral Mass for Jim will be on Monday, August 7, 2017 at 12 noon at Our Lady of Lake Huron Church in Harbor Beach, of the Holy Name of Mary Parish, with Fr. George Amos officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation for Jim will be on Monday at the church beginning at 10 am until time of services at 12 pm. Arrangements are being handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach Memorials can be made to the Knights of Columbus OLLH Council. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com
Jim is survived by his children Shellie Bragg (Stanley), Timothy Roberts (Natasha), Jamie Alchin (Troy), and Rusty Naimo (Denese); Grandchildren Kayla Lindeman (Dan), Kelsey Wiberly (Jim), Hunter, Walker, and Skyler Alchin, Emory and Ella Roberts, Paige and Madison Naimo; Brother Richard Roberts (Diane); Sisters Katherine Hanson (late Harold), and Mary Capling (Dennis); and many Nieces, Nephews, and friends.
James Colburn Roberts, age 78, of Harbor Beach, Michigan passed away on August 3rd, 2017 at the age of 78. Jim was born on August 23, 1938 in Harbor Beach to the late Harry and Frances Roberts. He graduated from Central Michigan University and obtained a degree in accounting, a skill he applied during his career at General Motors. In 1961, Jim married Judy Kirkman of Vernon, Michigan, where he settled and had 3 children. He later returned to Harbor Beach where he enjoyed many years with Marie Heleski and her son. Throughout his life he loved fishing, golfing, ship watching, and playing euchre. When not enjoying one of these hobbies, Jim would often be found at his building tinkering on various projects. He was a member of Our Lady of Lake Huron Church and the Knights of Columbus.
Name: Danny L. Killinger
Age: 72
Hometown: Sebewaing, MI
Funeral Date: August 05, 2017
Date of Birth: February 26, 1945
Date of Passing: August 02, 2017
Funeral Home: Juengel & Mellendorf Funeral Home
Visitation will be Friday, August 4, 2017, at Juengel-Mellendorf Funeral Home in Sebewaing from 3-8pm. The funeral service will be Saturday, August 5, 2017, at New Salem Lutheran Church. Visitation will begin at 10am until the time of service at 11am. Burial will be at New Salem Lutheran Cemetery in Sebewaing. Memorial donations may be given to New Salem Lutheran Church and School, WELS World Missions and the American Cancer Society. Share a memory at www.jmfuneralhome.com
Danny is survived by his wife, Lois; his children: Michael (Jessica) Killinger, Joanne (Dane) Mattes, Sandra Killinger, Steven Killinger and Benjamin Killinger; grandchildren: Isaiah, Silas, Ella and Lucas Killinger, and Carolyn and Hailey Mattes; siblings: Robert Killinger and Joyce Harder; brother-in law and sister-in-law, Al and Mary Beth Lindke; and several nieces and nephews. Danny is preceded in death by his siblings: Sarah Law, Lavere Killinger, John Killinger, Duane Killinger, Marion Stoekl, Ronald Killinger and Arnold Killinger.
Danny L. Killinger, age 72, of Sebewaing, passed away Wednesday, August 2, 2017, at Covenant-Cooper Hospital in Saginaw. Danny was born February 26, 1945 at his lifetime home in Sebewaing to Herman and Io (Dangler) Killinger. He married Lois Lindke on August 6, 1977 at New Salem Lutheran Church (just shy of celebrating 40 years together). He was a lifetime member of New Salem Lutheran Church in Sebewaing. He retired from GM Power Train after 38 years. Danny enjoyed playing cribbage, watching old western movies, traveling and spending time with family.
Name: Nancy Kathleen Smith LaBelle
Age: 91
Hometown: Midland, MI
Funeral Date: August 05, 2017
Date of Birth: November 12, 1925
Date of Passing: August 01, 2017
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
Visitation will be Friday August 4th from 4-7PM at the Gage Chapel in Kinde. The service will be Saturday August 5th at 11:00 at the Gage Chapel with Rev. William O’Nan officiating. Visitation will be on Saturday from 10:00 until the time of service. In lieu of flowers the family wishes that memorials be made to the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Nancy is survived by her son Robert (Mary) Smith, Midland, and her daughter Susan (William) Catton of Grand Blanc, her grandchildren Andrew Catton, Christopher (Shannon) Catton and Emily (Gerald) Kaczmarczyk, Graham (Abby) Smith, and her great grandchildren, Pearl, Callie, Thomson and Ann. Nancy is also survived by her brother Robert (Charleen) McLelland, and 1 nephew and 2 nieces.
Nancy Kathleen Smith LaBelle 91, passed away on August 1st, 2017, at home at Riverside Place in Midland, Michigan. She was born November 12, 1925 in Detroit Michigan, to Robert and Kathleen (Wilkinson) McLelland. She was united in marriage to Eldon Warren Smith on September 12, 1947 in Port Austin. He preceded her in death on September 2, 1989. She married Robert( Ben) LaBelle January 7th,1998 and he preceded her in death in September 28th, 2007. Nancy was a graduate of Port Austin High School, Port Austin MI. She was a homemaker and she loved to golf. Nancy enjoyed playing a good game of euchre or cribbage and enjoyed spending time reading. Nancy spent many summers with her grandchildren going to the lake and having picnics. She loved spending time with them and being a Grandmother was an important aspect of her life. She loved her 4 great grandchildren and enjoyed seeing them. She was also an avid Detroit Tiger’s fan, and was the happiest when they were winning.
Name: Ivan John Aldrich
Age: 64
Hometown: Owendale, MI
Funeral Date: August 02, 2017
Funeral services will be at 11:00 am Wednesday, August 2nd at the Pigeon River Mennonite Church with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 2-8 Tuesday at the Pigeon River Mennonite Church and one hour prior to the service on Wednesday. Champagne Funeral Chapel is handling the arrangements. Memorials may be made to the family.
He is survived by his wife Janice; daughters Lea of Owendale and Amy of Pigeon; step-children Crystal, Carrie and Paul; grandchildren Bram and Dorn; brothers Jonathan (Connie) Putnam of Warren, Lloyd (Judy) and Craig (Donna) Aldrich, both of Fowlerville; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister Lillian Mrozek.
Ivan John Aldrich, 64, of Owendale, died Saturday, July 29, 2017 at Scheurer Hospital in Pigeon. Ivan was born July 29, 1953 in Detroit to the late Lloyd and Lillian (Bullard) Aldrich. He graduated from Redford High School. His first wife Doris died in 1987. He then married Janice Lockard on July 15, 1988. In 1992 he moved from Detroit to Elkton, then later Owendale. He worked a Talco Industries in Bad Axe before going on a medical retirement in 2001. He enjoyed watching television wrestling, and spending time with his grandchildren.
Name: Robert J. Schroeder
Age: 77
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: August 02, 2017
Mass of Christian burial will take place 11 a.m. on Wednesday, August 2, 2017 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bad Axe with Fr. Rob Howe officiating. Burial will take place at the church cemetery. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, August 1, 2017 at the MacAlpine Funeral Home in Bad Axe. There will be a Scripture service at 7 p.m. Visitation will be at the church on Wednesday from 10 a.m. until time of service. Memorials may be offered to: Family Discretionary Fund Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Robert is survived by his wife of fifty-six years, Genevieve Schroeder of Bad Axe; his son, Randy Schroeder and his wife, Marcy, of Bad Axe; his daughters: Brenda Baldner and her husband, Brad, of Birmingham, Debbie Heilig and her husband, Tony of Commerce, and Kathy Burkhard and her husband, Harry, of Saginaw; grandchildren: Amy, Jason, Harley, Christine, Jonathan, Brooke, Blake, Kim and Shawn.
Robert J. Schroeder, 77, of Bad Axe, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2017 at Huron Medical Center. Robert was born in Harbor Beach on January 16, 1940 to the late Lawrence and Alma (Pohl) Schroeder. In August 6, 1960, he married the love of his life, Genevieve Mausolf. Robert was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church/St. Hubert Parish. He was employed Tower formerly known as Active Industries for 40 years. He also was in the Eagles Club in Caseville. Robert enjoyed riding motorcycles, hunting, snowmobiling, riding on dirt bikes, sea-dos, dune buggies and boating.
Name: Johanna A. Polk
Age: 86
Hometown: Kinde, MI
Funeral Date: July 29, 2017
Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 am pm Satiuday. July 29, 2017 at The Annunciation of the Lord Parish, St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Port Austin. Visitation will be held at the Knoblock Funeral Home in Kinde from 2-8:00 pm on Friday and then on Saturday at the church from 10:00 am until the time of the funeral at 11:00.. A joint rosary will be led by the The Holy Rosary Sodality of the Annunciation of the Lord Parish, St. Michael’s Catholic Church and the Daughters of Isabella at 4:00 pm on Friday in the funeral home. Burial will take place in the church cemetery.
She is survived by her children: Theodore (Carol) of Filion, Theresa (Russ) Rumsey of Smith Creek, Anthony of Akron, Timothy of Parisville and Tamara (Thomas) Schulze of Pigeon. Also surviving are her grandchildren: Garrett (Sherry) Polk, Brenda, Amy Hess (Matthew Smith) Renee Hess, Dylan, Tonikay (Chris) Franke, Michael Schulze, Michelle Schulze, and step-grandchild, Richard Rumsey; her great-grandchildren: Bayleigh McCarthy, Graham Polk, and Step-great-grandchildren Kaylee and Brianna Rymsey, as well as in laws Beatrice Baranski, Thomas (Pat) Polk, Velma DeWitt, and Violet Vertin. She was preceded in death by her husband, Norbert, her brother, Andy Baranski, her brother and sister-in-law, Chester and Mary Jame Baranski, and her daughter-in-lawBarbara (Bresky).
Johanna A. Polk of Kinde died Wednesday, July 25, 2017. She was born April 9, 1931, the daughter of Anthony and Adelaide (Horetski) Baranski. She and Norbert Polk were married on May 6, 1950 in St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Port Austin. A lifelong parishioner of St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Port Austin, she was a member of the Holy Rosary Sodality and 50+ member of the Daughters of Isabella. She worked for the United State Postal Service in Kinde and after retiring she remained a member of the National Rural Letter Carriers Association. She enjoyed spending time with the Kinde Seniors, cards with friends, Traveling, shopping, casino trips and bingo nights. She especially loved spending time with her family and friends.
Name: Judith (Judy) Lynn Wolschlager
Age: 51
Hometown: Sebewaing, MI
Funeral Date: August 01, 2017
Date of Birth: August 04, 1965
Date of Passing: July 25, 2017
Funeral Home: Juengel & Mellendorf Funeral Home
Per Judy’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial mass is planned for Tuesday, August 1, 2017, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bad Axe. Visitation will begin at the church at 10am until the time of mass at 11am. Memorial donations may be given to the family. Arrangements handled by Juengel-Mellendorf Funeral Home in Sebewaing. Share a memory at www.jmfuneralhome.com
Judy is survived by her children: Martin and Jill Wolschlager; parents: Stanley and Josephine Wolschlager; siblings: Gordon (Rhonda) Wolschlager, Christina (Mark) Gosdzinski, Rose Wolschlager-Hinman, Debbie Williamson, Kelly Scholes and Mark Adams; sister-in-law, Jo Wolschlager; 10 nieces and nephews; and special friend Jeff Humes. Judy is preceded in death by her brother, Steven Wolschlager.
Judith “Judy†Lynn Wolschlager, age 51, of Sebewaing, passed away at her home on Tuesday, July 25, 2017. Judy was born August 4, 1965, in Bay City. Her parents are Stanley F. Wolschlager and Josephine C. (Pikula) Wolschlager. She enjoyed watching NASCAR, crafting, camping and always remembered to call everyone on their birthday.
Name: Jason T. Smukala
Age: 33
Hometown: Elkton, MI
Funeral Date: July 27, 2017
A small intimate visitation for his family and close friends, will take place on Thursday, July 27, 2017, at the MacAlpine Funeral Home in Bad Axe from 3 p.m. until 8 p.m. Cremation will follow. A memorial service will take place at a later time. Memorials may be offered to the family discretionary fund. Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Jason is survived by his daughter, Leileeana; his mother, Cindy (David) Ferris of Elkton; his father, Keith Smukala of Filion; his sister, Stacey Smukala and her husband, William Chubb Jr., of Saginaw; step brothers: Shane Ferris of Caro and Leonard (Lynn) Ferris of Sebewaing; step sister, Davi Jo “DJ†Ferris of Caseville; his nieces and nephews: Kamdyn, Kylie, Brenden, Henry and Nolan; grandmother, Elma Smith; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Carolyn and Melvin Smukala, Henry Smith, and Marjorie Ferris; his aunt, Laura Smith and his uncles, Daniel Smukala and Terrance Bucholtz.
Jason T. Smukala, 33, of Elkton, passed away on July 24, 2017. He was born in Bad Axe on May 31, 1984. His parents are Keith Smukala and Cindy (Smith) Ferris. Jason was blessed into the Community of Christ Church in Owendale, Michigan. He loved working on cars, adored children and spending time with his family and friends. Jason’s smile and laugh could light up a dark room.
Name: Fred Charles Empkie Jr.
Age: 87
Hometown: Dwight Township, MI
Funeral Date: July 28, 2017
Date of Birth: February 13, 1930
Date of Passing: July 23, 2017
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
The family wishes to thank Compassus Hospice for the wonderful care they gave Fred. He appreciated their thoughtfulness and compassion. The Funeral service will be 1 PM on Friday July 28th, 2017 at the MacAlpine Gage Chapel in Kinde. Visitation will be 2-8 PM on Thursday July 27th, and on Friday 11 AM until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, the family would like memorials given to Compassus Hospice. Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Fred is survived by his children Paul and his wife Nancy, and his daughter Linda and her husband Ozzie Yaroch, all of Port Austin. He will be missed by his grandchildren Jeffrey (Lindsay) Yaroch, Kimberly Yaroch (special friend Mike LaCombe), Michael (Amanda) Yaroch, Scott Empkie, Jennifer (Daniel) Patterson, and Brian (Trina) Empkie; and his great grandchildren Anna and Charles Patterson, and Scarlett and Callen Yaroch, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister Vera (Cecil) Erb, and his foster brother Walter (Violet) Julka. Fred will be remembered as a kind and caring man who was a pure gentleman, and always had a friendly smile for those he met.
Fred Charles Empkie Jr. 87, Dwight Township, passed away peacefully on Sunday July 23, 2017 at home surrounded by his loving family. Fred was the son of Fred and Anne (Damrow) Empkie. He was born February 13, 1930 in Bad Axe, Michigan. He graduated from Kinde High School in 1947. He was a member of the Kinde Presbyterian Church. Fred married Ann Hercliff on November 4th, 1949 in Pigeon. Ann preceded him in death on June 11th, 2005. They had celebrated 55 years of marriage. Together they raised their family on the family farm that has been in the Empkie family for 4 generations, since 1867, celebrating their sesquicentennial this year. Fred worked tirelessly maintaining his family farm. His desire has always been for the farm to remain in the family for future generations. He enjoyed playing cards, poker, and euchre and in his younger years he hunted and fished. Fred took pride in being a Grandfather to his 6 grandchildren and he adored his 4 great grandchildren. Fred and Ann had spent 15 years wintering in Bullhead City, Arizona, loving the warm climate and spending time with their friends.
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