Name: Thomas Tenbusch
Age: 67
Hometown: Harbor Beach
Funeral Date: December 10, 2021
Date of Birth: June 05, 1954
Date of Passing: December 06, 2021
Funeral Home: Ramsey Funeral Home
Funeral Services for Tom will be Friday, 7pm, at Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Cremation will follow. Visitation for Tom will be on Friday, from 2 pm until time of services at 7 pm. Memories Can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com
He is survived by his wife Theresa Tenbusch, brother: Harv, sisters Pam (Derrick & Jeremy), Paulette, half brothers and sisters: Jim (Shelly) Long, Janet Long, and Raymond (Lisa) Long, father and mother-in-law, Vern (Sandy) Peruski, brother-in-law: Chris (Rhonda) Peruski (Brianna (Alex), Zach), sisters-in-law: Paula (Jerry) Turza (Jaclyn & Paige), Donna (Carly (Matt) Donovan, Missy, his son Gregg (Angie) and daughter, Lindsey Tenbusch, (Nimmy, Frankie). Preceded in death by Step Father Raymond Long, brother Lawrence Tenbusch, and mother Theresa Long.
Thomas Jerome Tenbusch, age 67 of Harbor Beach, passed away Monday, December 6, 2021 at his home, under hospice care, after fighting liver cancer for 4 years. He was born on June 5, 1954 in Minden City, to the late Raymond Tenbusch and Theresa (Michalski) Long. Tom married the love of his life, Theresa Peruski, on July 10, 2004 in Port Huron, and had celebrated 17 wonderful years together. Tom retired from Dow after 41 years, as fermentation operator. Before Dow, he worked with his brother Harv, in construction. He enjoyed woodworking, swimming, hunting, golfing, barbecue, old cars, and was a fixer of electric, plumbing and all carpentry needs.
Name: Travis Daniel Fischer
Age: 47
Hometown: Kinde
Funeral Date: December 10, 2021
Funeral Mass for Travis Fischer will be at 12:00 Friday at St. Michael’s Catholic Church of the Annunciation of the Lord Parish in Port Austin. Visitation will be in the church prior to the funeral. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Knoblock Funeral Home, Kinde Is handling the arraignments.
He is survived by his parents, Tom and June (Badgley) Fischer of Port Austin and his siblings: Doreen (Kevin) Rice of Filion, Tom (Sherry) Fischer Jr. of Kinde, Don (Beth) Fischer of Kinde, Tracy Fischer of Port Austin, and David (Janelle) Fischer of Sebewaing. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews: Kayla (Jason) Pionk, Rhonda (Jason) Cook, Jessica (Brandon) Fanion, Kevin (Mandy) Rice, Thomas (Amanda) Fischer, lll, Abigail Fischer, Brianna Fischer, Margaret Fischer, Jack Fischer, Blake Fisher, and even more great nieces and nephews, Sam and Claire Pionk, Brady Rice, Raelynn and TJ Fanion, Bruce and Grayson Cook, Amelia and Kelsen Rice, Lana Fischer, and his Godparents, Ed Ventline and Rhonda Marciszewski. He also leaves behind many friends who were like family to him. Travis is preceded in death by his Grandparents: Jim and Isabelle Badgley, and Paul and Dorothy Fischer, and his sister, Donna Jean Fischer as well as many aunts and uncles.
Travis Daniel Fischer, 47, passed away peacefully in the presence of his family due to Covid-19 complications.All who knew Travis knew he was “one of a kind” with his die-hard love for the Detroit Lions and his extensive Batman collection. He could quote any Batman Movie made, and if you needed a movie recommendation, he was your guy. Travis dedicated many years to coaching football and baseball at North Huron, Bad Axe, and Unionville-Sebewaing Area Schools. Many of those athletes became lifelong friends - even family. Travis will be remembered and missed by so many. His family would like to extend their most heartfelt gratitude to the members and staff of Scheurer Hospital and McLaren Bay Region for the dedicated care and compassion they gave Travis during his stay.
Name: Lois Geppert
Age: 84
Hometown: Port Austin
Funeral Date: December 10, 2021
Date of Birth: October 07, 1937
Date of Passing: December 04, 2021
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Funeral services will be 11:00am Friday, December 10th at Cross Lutheran Church with Rev. Glenn Sokolowski officiating. Burial will be in Caseville Twp Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-7pm Thursday at the Champagne Funeral Chapel in Pigeon. Memorials may be made to Cross Lutheran Church. www.ChampagneFuneralChapel.com
Lois is survived by her daughters Irene (Matt) McGlynn of Cottrellville and Cheryl Geppert of West Bloomfield; grandchildren Ryan, Kyle and Emily McGlynn; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister Marilyn Scheller.
Lois Irene Geppert, 84, of Port Austin, passed away Saturday, December 4, 2021 at her home. Lois was born October 7, 1937 to the late Rupert and Florence Irene (Smith) Hilyer. She married Gerald Geppert on November 27, 1965 in Detroit; he preceded her in death September 11, 2010. Lois was an accomplished artist, painting sceneries and murals. She enjoyed bowling, tai chi, gardening, scrap booking, doing word searches and watching hummingbirds in her yard. She was a member and active volunteer at Cross Lutheran Church in Pigeon and an election official in Lake Twp.
Name: Anita Lucille Rodriguez
Age: 91
Hometown: Peck, MI
Funeral Date: December 19, 2021
A memorial is to take place on December 19, 2021 at 1:00pm at the Carman Banquet Hall at 5335 S. Sandusky Road just East of St. John Church.
Anita's surviving family are her two sons, Tom (Debi) Rodriguez of Cass City, Ron Rodriguez of Peck and her daughter Michelle Rodriguez (Tregg Liebler, fiancé) of Crowley TX, also bonus sons Michael (Tammy) Fuller of Port Huron and Steven Fuller of Arizona. Grand children are Tommy (Leslie) Rodriguez of Summerfield Florida, Melinda Kasat of Rochester Hills, MI, Rachelle (Jeremy) Vredeveld of Troy MI, Renae (Daryl) Walter of Crowley, TX, Nicolette Knapp of Crowley TX, Aaron Rodriguez of Los Angeles CA, and Rebekah (Brett) Page of Northville MI. Bonus grandchildren, Autumn Wilson of Sedona AZ, Robert Osentoski of Newcastle WY and Aaron (Jessica) Osentoski of Buckley MI. In addition, Anita was blessed to tally 15 Great grandchildren and 7 Great Great grandchildren to her roster! She is preceded in death by her husband, Fortunato, her two brothers, Henry and Tomas Singh, her great grandson, Joshua Losoncy and her beloved cat, Sugar.
Anita Lucille Rodriguez 91 of Peck, Mi went to meet the Lord on December 4, 2021 peacefully in her sleep at her home in Peck. Anita was born March 11, 1930 to Katar and Mary (Raybal) Singh, She married Fortunato Rodriguez September 3, 1950. Anita worked many places but retired from the Numatics Co. in Sandusky, MI. She was also a Sunday school teacher, a Woman's Ministry leader, VBS teacher, church secretary, held prayer meetings at her house, cleaned and decorated and even painted and made drawings for the church. She did custodial work at the Peck public library and the post office. Anita would clean houses, babysit for children and did overnight elder care for her friends and their families. One of her favorite things was to mow the lawn and work in her yard.
Name: Michelle M. Capling
Age: 52
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: Not Available
Date of Birth: April 13, 1969
Date of Passing: December 03, 2021
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
Cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. A memorial service will take place at a later date. Memorials may be offered to the family (c/o Sean Capling). Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
She is survived by her husband, Todd Capling of Bad Axe; her children: Kyle Capling of Anchorage, Sean Capling of Bad Axe, Kora Capling of Anchorage and Morgan Capling of Bad Axe; grandchildren: Prestin and Parker Capling and Orion Fibranz. Michelle is also survived by her father-in-law, Peter B. Capling; sisters-in-law: Megan Capling (significant other, Dean Deering) and Kristen Capling (husband, Naeem Haider); brother-in-law, Peter B. Capling II; along with many nieces and nephews. Michelle was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Jerry Kahutak and mother-in-law, Sue Capling.
Michelle M. Capling, 52, of Bad Axe and formerly of Anchorage, Alaska, passed away suddenly on December 3, 2021 at McLaren Bay Region Hospital in Bay City, Michigan. She was brn on April 13, 1969 in Anchorage, Alaska. Her parents were Paul and Martha (Otten) Kahutak. Michelle married Todd S. Capling on June 25, 1989 in Bad Axe, Michigan. Together they had 4 children. Michelle enjoyed spending time with her family, playing card games, doing crossword puzzles, playing Bingo and watching football. She was always thinking of others first.
Name: Larry Crews
Age: 80
Hometown: Caseville
Funeral Date: December 11, 2021
Date of Birth: June 06, 1941
Date of Passing: December 03, 2021
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Funeral services will be 1:00pm Saturday, December 11th at Calvary Baptist Church with Pastor Mike Goforth officiating. Burial will be in Indianfields Twp Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-8pm Friday at the Champagne Funeral Chapel in Pigeon. Memorials may be made to Calvary Baptist Church or the charity of the donor’s choice. www.ChampagneFuneralChapel.com
He is survived by his wife Julia (Truemner); brother Gary (Marsha) of Caro; sons Brian (Mary) of Plano, Texas and Brady (Regina) of Mount Juliet, Tennessee; step-daughters Jill (Douglas) Matthews of Waterford and Jeannine (Andrew) Bunn of Barnesville, Georgia; 10 grandchildren Brianna, Ian, Nicholas, Laura, Joe, Brock, Tom, Andrea, Jessica and Andrew; three very special nieces Julie (Jason) Wallace of Brighton, Shari (Jason) Goff of Caro and Elizabeth (John) Freeman of Shelby Twp; and great-grandchildren Wyatt, Lily, Lane, JJ, Dravon and Mark. He was preceded in death by his granddaughter Hannah Crews.
Larry W. Crews, 80, of Caseville passed into his glory to be with his Heavenly Father on Friday, December 3, 2021 at home under hospice care, surrounded by family and friends. Larry was born June 6, 1941 in Pontiac to the late Francis and Joann (Meyer) Crews. He graduated from Pontiac Central High School in 1959 and began a 40-year career with General Motors in Pontiac. Prior to his retirement in 1999, he held the position of General Superintendent of Experimental Engineering Manufacturing Services in the Truck and Bus Division. He attended Lawrence Tech while completing his apprenticeship as a Tool and Die Maker. Just prior to retirement he began the renovation of Crews Cottages on Lake Huron which was operated by his parents and Larry’s family since 1965. Larry loved and had a vision for building and renovating existing structures. Larry also loved the Gospel of his Lord and Savior and was involved with Calvary Baptist Church in Caseville. Larry loved to travel with his wife Julia whom he married on May 16, 1974 in Caro. Together they enjoyed boating on the St. Clair River, snowmobiling, and riding their Harley-Davidson motorcycle.
Name: Lena McCrea
Age: 90
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: Not Available
A private funeral service has been held at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe with burial in Colfax Cemetery in Bad Axe. A celebration of Lena’s life will be held at a later date. Memorials may be offered to the Bad Axe FFA, Bad Axe Public Library or the First United Methodist Church in Bad Axe. If you wish to offer your condolences to Lena’s family, please go to www.kaufmanfuneralhome.com.
Lena is survived by two sons; Ronald (Kay) McCrea of Bad Axe and Edward (Stephanie) McCrea of Bad Axe. Grandchildren – Vicki (Jeff) Kiehl of Bad Axe, Chris (Amanda) McCrea of Bad Axe Dr. James (Briynne) McCrea of Bad Axe, Lindsay (Shawn) Laskowski of Caro, Mike (Sara) McCrea of Bad Axe. Great-grandchildren – Dalton and Krista Geiger, Zoey, Hailey and Mitchell McCrea, Elinor and William McCrea, Evan, Camryn and Liam Nugent, Maddie, Will and Elayna Laskowski, Blake Darnell. Special friend - Lesa Gusa. The employees of Wil-Le Farms that she held close to her heart. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill McCrea. Brother – Tom Doner. Two infant sisters. Granddaughter – Tracy McCrea. Great-grandson – Lucas Klosowski. The family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to the entire staff at Huron Medical Care Facility for their compassionate and excellent care.
Lena McCrea, age 90, of Bad Axe, passed away on Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at Huron Medical Care Facility in Bad Axe. She was born in Pinnebog on March 5, 1931, daughter of the late John and Sophie (Bambach) Doner. She married William McCrea on June 25, 1949. He preceded her in death on October 23, 2007. Lena served as Verona Township Clerk for over 25 years. She and Bill established Wil-Le Farms, where she played an integral part as partner and office manager. She was a member of the United Methodist Church and longtime member of Lost Lake Club in Lincoln, MI. She was a winter resident of River Woods Plantation in Estero, FL. She and her husband enjoyed many years traveling throughout many countries in connection with the farm industry.
Name: Robert Thiel
Age: 88
Hometown: Pigeon
Funeral Date: Not Available
Date of Birth: January 14, 1933
Date of Passing: November 30, 2021
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
There will be a private family service with interment at St. Francis Borgia Cemetery. A public memorial service will be held at a later date, yet to be determined. Memorials can be made out to Laker FFA. www.ChampagneFuneralChapel.com
Bob is survived by his wife Selma; children June (Paul) Clabuesch of Sand Point, Robert Jr (Mary Lou) of Pigeon, Joyce (Tim) Brown of Bay Port, Ronald (Donna) of Pigeon, Mary (Nick) Buda of Pigeon and Patricia (Jason) Reinhardt of Pigeon; 14 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren, special great-grand dog, Marco; brother Gerald of Hillman and sisters Janet McIntyre of Las Cruces, NM, Judy (Don) Brunn of Auburn Hills and Linda Heidebriecht of Auburn Hills. He was preceded in death by his sisters Meta (Bill) O’Connor and Irene (Bill) Voss and brothers-in-law Bill Heidebriecht and Owen McIntyre.
Bob was born January 14, 1933 on the family farm near Elkton to the late Charles and Helene (Burzyck) Thiel. As a young boy, Bob was active in sports and loved teasing his siblings. He graduated from Elkton High School in 1951. On November 1, 1952 he married Selma Schubach at St. Francis Borgia Rectory in Pigeon. He served in the US Army during the Korean War. After coming home from the Army, Bob joined his father-in-law, Stanley Schubach with the farming operation. Bob and Selma began Thiel Farms in 1976. Bob was a lifelong farmer, retiring from Thiel Farms in 2007. He was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish/St. Francis Borgia, Scenic Golf Course, and Michigan Farm Bureau. He was also President of Michigan Milk Producers, and an Asgrow Seed dealer for many years. Bob loved life and was filled with happiness; he always had a smile on his face and an uplifting attitude. Being around him was a joy as he told many stories that one couldn’t imagine occurring. In the fall and winter months, Bob enjoyed going off to deer camp, spending time ice fishing and going to Canada fishing with so many great friends. Additionally, he enjoyed watching various Laker athletic contests. Attending football and basketball games with his family was something he always looked forward to. Being the farmer he was, Bob also enjoyed watching his grandkid show at the Huron County Community Fair. Christmastime at the Thiel house was always eventful, and everyone looked forward to it. Singing Christmas Carols, Santa’s visit, and the roaring fireplace brought him and his family many laughs and good times. Truly, Bob lived for his family. They were the pride and joy of his life and their presence brought him so much happiness.
Name: Betty Jane Curtis
Age: 78
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI.
Funeral Date: Not Available
Date of Birth: September 09, 1943
Date of Passing: November 28, 2021
Funeral Home: Kaufman Funeral Home
Private services for Betty will be held at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe. If you wish to offer your condolences to Betty’s family, please go to www.kaufmanfuneralhome.com
Betty is survived by three sons – Darrel Curtis of Bad Axe, Michael (Sandy) Curtis of Canton, and Ronald Curtis of Detroit. Two daughters – Libby (Anthony) Cancel of Lincoln Park and Tina Curtis of Detroit. Three brothers – Charles Curtis of Lincoln Park, Jerry Curtis of Lincoln Park and David Curtis of Lincoln Park. Four sisters – Louise Gardner of Texas, Joyce Sims of Alabama, Joann Reed of Indiana, and Donna Curtis of Detroit. 10 Grandkids Autumn, Jessica, Darrel, Aimie, Michaela, Heather, Dillon, Randy, Seth, Jaclyn. 12 Great Grandkids Jeremiah, Alicya, Victoria, Jescenya, Devyn, Sarah, Emmie, Cherish, Kaleb, Celie, Valentin, Valencia. Betty was preceded in death by one brother, Larry Curtis.
Betty Jane Curtis, age 78, of Bad Axe, passed away on Sunday, November 28, 2021 at McLaren Bay Region in Bay City. She was born on September 9, 1943 in Detroit, daughter of the late Darrel and Thelma (Delaney) Curtis.
Name: William Harold "Spike" Eppenbrock
Age: 93
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI.
Funeral Date: December 06, 2021
Date of Birth: December 25, 1927
Date of Passing: November 28, 2021
Funeral Home: Kaufman Funeral Home
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, December 6, 2021 at 11 am at St. Hubert Parish-Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bad Axe. Burial will be in the Church cemetery. Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 5, 2021 from 2 – 8 pm at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe or Monday at the church from 10 am until the service time at 11 am. A scripture service will be offered on Sunday at 7 pm at the funeral home. If you wish to offer your condolences to William’s family, please go to www.kaufmanfuneralhome.com.
He is survived by his children-Patricia (Ervin) Rose, Michael (Tammy) Eppenbrock, and Kenneth (Mary) Eppenbrock. Grandchildren-Crystal Eppenbrock-Archambault, William Eppenbrock, Michael Eppenbrock, Ellena Eppenbrock, and Leah Eppenbrock. Great Grandchildren-Brooklyn, Quinn, Ayden and Christopher. Siblings-Kitty Rogers, Fr. Donald Eppenbrock, and Janie Shuart. Brother-In-law-Joseph Schramski and sister-in-law - Alice Wehner Predeceased by siblings-Hank Eppenbrock, Ruth Schramski, Margaret Carpenter and Judy Reimann.
William Harold Eppenbrock “Spike”, age 93, of Bad Axe, passed away on Sunday, November 28, 2021. He was born on December 25, 1927 in Ruth Mi, son of the late William and Margaret (Hessling) Eppenbrock. He married Kathleen Wehner “Pat” on November 19, 1949 in Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church in Harbor Beach. She preceded him in death on June 22, 2010. He served in the US Navy with the Navy Seabees during WWII. He also served in the Detroit Police Department for 32 years, he retired as the Executive Lieutenant for the Narcotics Section. He was a member of the Ubly Fox hunters Club. He loved fishing, trapping, duck hunting, baseball, football, and basketball. Spike was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather.
Name: Phyllis A. Woitowitz
Age: 99
Hometown: West Branch, MI.
Funeral Date: Not Available
Date of Birth: June 02, 1922
Date of Passing: November 28, 2021
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
A memorial service will take place at a later date. She will be interred at Caseville Twp Cemetery. Champagne Funeral Chapel is handling the arrangements.
She is survived by her daughter Carol Ann and her husband Roderic “Skip” Heilman of Hale; grandchildren Leann (Ron) Boylen and Roderic Joseph Heilman; great-grandsons Hunter (Whitney) and Brandon Boylen, all of Hale; great-great-grandchildren Gunner, Veda and Bentley; sister-in-law Joy Dues; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brothers Donald and Howard.
Phyllis A. Woitowitz, 99, of West Branch, formerly of Caseville, passed away Sunday, November 28, 2021 at her granddaughter’s home in Hale. Phyllis was born June 2, 1922 in Roberts, Montana to the late Clarence and Gladys (Hoyt) Dues. In 1927 her family moved to Flint where she grew up and graduated from Beecher High School in 1941. She married George Woitowitz on July 28, 1942 in DeRidder, Louisiana; he preceded her in death September 5, 2009. Phyllis retired from Mott Children’s Medical Center and moved from Flint to Caseville in 1979. She was a member of the Caseville Eagles Auxiliary, American Legion, Library Club, Red Hatters and Caseville United Methodist Church. She enjoyed card playing, dancing, spending winters in Florida, and most of all spending time with family and friends.
Name: Chad J. Ziel
Age: 56
Hometown: Caro, MI formerly of Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: December 03, 2021
Funeral services will be at St. Peters Lutheran Church 5098 Dwight St. Kinde, MI on Friday, December 3rd at 11:00 AM. Visitation will be at Knoblock Funeral Home 5720 N Van Dyke Rd. Kinde, MI on December 2nd from 2pm-8pm and at the church from 10:00 am until the time of service at 11:00 am. Burial will be in Colfax Cemetery in Bad Axe.
He is survived by his wife, Su Na Ziel of Caro and his daughter, Hanna Ziel of Warren. He is also survived by his father, Henry Ziel, his sisters Michelle (Steve) Gayari of Pigeon and Crystal Ziel of Albany, NY, and his brother Mark Ziel of Port Austin. Also surviving are his nephews, Shawn Gayari and Kyle Gayari of Pigeon. He was preceded in death by his mother, Jeanette Ziel of Port Austin.
Chad J. Ziel, 56, of Caro (formerly of Bad Axe) died Sunday, November 28, in his home after a 3.5 year battle with pancreatic cancer. Chad was born in South Korea on June 27, 1965, and was adopted by Henry and Jeanette Ziel in 1974. He grew up on Zielland Farm in Port Austin and acquired a degree in Marketing from Ferris State University. Yearning to learn more about his culture of origin and family roots, Chad returned to South Korea where he met and married Su Na Ha on January 22, 1998. Chad brought his bride home to the family farm. Their daughter Hanna was born on January 3, 1999. Over the years, Chad and Su Na have owned and operated several small businesses in the thumb area: Bad Axe Super Tan, Ziel's Zoom Zone in Port Hope, Ziel's Mainstreet Liquor and Deli in Caseville, Ziel's Party Store in Elkton, and Ziel's Wine Shop in Caro. His curious nature had his mind always working. Games, puzzles, and all things with chance, luck, and skill, he never tired from. His passion was playing pool and winning tournaments. His competitive nature and outlook on life probably helped him survive pancreatic cancer a lot longer than most. Chad was a hard worker who was honest and kind to all, he believed in treating everyone equally and will be missed by all who met him.
Name: Garfield Collick
Age: 85
Hometown: Avoca
Funeral Date: December 04, 2021
Date of Birth: Not Available
Date of Passing: November 26, 2021
Funeral Home: Ramsey Funeral Home
Funeral Services for Gar will be Saturday, December 4, 2021 at 1 pm at Trinity Lutheran Church in Forestville, with Rev. Henry Hales officiating. Burial to follow in the church cemetery. Visitation for Gar will be Friday, December 3, 2021 from 3-8pm at the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Visitation on Saturday will be at the church, beginning at 12 noon until time of services at 1 pm. A Fireman's Memorial will take place Friday, at 7 pm at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Trinity Lutheran Church. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com
He is survived by his children: Kathy Ambler of Minden City, Bruce (Mary) Collick of Avoca, grandchildren: Bill Woolvett, Timothy Woolvett, Kristy Woolvett, and Becky Feick, 14 great grandchildren, and sister: Ellen Jean Lucy of Hale. He was preceded in death by a son-in-law: Richard Ambler, grandson Christopher Collick, and brother Kenneth Collick.
Garfield B. Collick, age 85 of Avoca, formerly of Delaware Township, passed away Friday, November 26, 2021 at McLaren Port Huron Hospital
Name: Jacqueline Ruth Diebel
Age: 92
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: Not Available
Date of Birth: August 26, 1929
Date of Passing: November 25, 2021
Funeral Home: Kaufman Funeral Home
A private memorial service will be held at a later date. The family would like to thank the staff at Courtney Manor for their kindness and excellent care. If you wish to offer your condolences to Jackie’s family, please go to www.kaufmanfuneralh.com
She is survived by six children – Connie (Paul) Tomhave of Spring Lake, Debbie (Curt) Apley of Bad Axe Randy (Jean) Diebel of Gagetown, Cindy (Wayne) Ogden of Montague, Jay (Patty) Diebel of Sandusky and Kim (David) Klein of Lapeer. 20 grandchildren-, 31 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Sisters – Ardis Allan, Betty Miller, Sharon Heiden and brother, Larry Rockefeller. She was preceded in death by her husband, David “Bud” Diebel, son – David Diebel Jr. and son-in-law – Curtis Apley.
Jacqueline Ruth Diebel, age 92, of Bad Axe, formerly of Elkton, passed away on Thursday, November 25, 2021. She was born August 26, 1929 to Earl and Lona Cliff. She married David “Bud” Diebel on December 2, 1950. Jackie graduated from Cass City High School. She was a social butterfly, dressing for every occasion including her matching jewelry. She loved a good game of euchre or dominoes, antique dishes and going to the Senior Center in Bad Axe. Jackie worked for many years in Elkton for Max and Doris McKenzie at their store.
Name: Gerald T. Yax
Age: 86
Hometown: Kinde
Funeral Date: November 30, 2021
Date of Birth: September 24, 1935
Date of Passing: November 25, 2021
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Funeral services will be 11:00am Tuesday, November 30th at St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church in Pigeon with Fr. Robert Pare presiding. Burial will be in St. Felix Cemetery, Pinnebog. Visitation will be 3-8pm Monday at the Champagne Funeral Chapel in Pigeon. www.ChampagneFuneralChapel.com
Jerry is survived by his wife Marion; children Robert of Bridgeport, Jeannette VanDusen of Clio, William (Carla) of Millington, Joseph (Michelle) of Clio and Jay (Kristen) of Clio; grandchildren Patrick and Jordan VanDusen, Madelyn, Emily, Evan, Abby, Andrew Yax and Douglas Delecki; great-grandchild Brady Delecki; brothers Larry of Taylor and Richard of Canton; sisters Annabel Stolicker of Caseville and Sandra Klee of Illinois; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brothers George and Duane and sisters Agnes, Maggie, Lucy, Gladys and Jean.
Jerry was born September 24, 1935 in Lake Twp to the late James and Mary (Stirrett) Yax. He married Marion Gosselin on May 12, 1962 at St. Philip Neri Catholic Church in Detroit. Jerry enjoyed time with his family and friends, playing the fiddle and maintaining the woods and trails of the Yax Farm.
Name: Loreane Holz
Age: 86
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: November 29, 2021
Date of Birth: March 17, 1935
Date of Passing: November 24, 2021
Funeral Home: Kaufman Funeral Home
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, November 29, 2021 at 11 am at Good Shepherd Parish – St. Columbkille Catholic Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 28, 2021 from 2 – 8 pm at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe or Monday at the church from 10 am until the service time at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be offered to the Family Discretionary Fund, Huron County Senior Center or Good Shepherd Parish. If you wish to offer your condolences to Loreane’s family, please go to www.kaufmanfuneralhome.com
She is survived by her children: Marvin (Amy) Osentoski of Bad Axe, Marilyn (Jim Gembarski) Rice of Kinde, Sharon Epperson of Bad Axe and Duane (Mercedes Bautista) Osentoski, of San Diego, California. Step-children: Duard (Duey) & Karen Holz of Filion and Janet Holz, of Newberry. Grandchildren: Abby (Josh) McDowell, Jesse (Kelsey) Osentoski, Marcus (Hattie Thomas) Epperson and Patrick (Kim) Epperson. Step-grandchildren: Ona (Tom) Warchuck, Jim Holz, Sarah (Brandan) Durr, Jacob (Kim) Bowler, Christina (Vincent Boski) Massey and Samuel Massey. Great Grandchildren: Colin & Ian McDowell, Josephine (Josie), Hank & Nell Osentoski, Aubrey Epperson. Step-grandchildren: Corbin Warchuck, Duey & Kadence Behnke, Easton & Natalie Durr, Owen & Leigha Bowler. Sisters: Dolores (Gordon) Umbreit, Kathryn Harrison, Mary (Lee) O’Dell, Donna (Albert) Delino. Brothers: Don (Carol) Inda, Frank (Donna) Inda. Sister in law: Pat Inda and several nieces and nephews. Also survived by in laws: Irene Osentoski, Audrey Osentoski, Kenneth (Sue) Osentoski, Marlene Peters, Doris Holz, Carl Talaski, Carol Bowron, Janice Holz, Robert (Moe) & Nancy Holz, Susan (Leonard) Czewski, John (Kathy) Holz, Kathy (Fred) Karg. She was preceded in death by her parents, spouses, son in law: Randy Rice, step-daughter, Linda Holz, step-granddaughter, Stephanie Gaffney, in laws: Cass & Irene Osentoski and Matthew & Delcina Holz, sisters: Dorothy Rifenbark, Joann Hunt, Wanda Murawski, brother: John Inda, brothers in law: Virgil Rifenbark, Bob Hunt. She was also preceded in death by in laws: Norman Osentoski, Jerry Osentoski, Bill Peters, Helen (Gib) Rooney, Matt (Marion) Holz, Ken Holz, Doris Talaski, Wilford Bowron, Gerald Holz and god son, Brian Osentoski. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks and gratitude to McLaren Thumb Area Hospital staff and Compassus Hospice Care for all their help and compassionate care during our mother’s stay.
She was born on March 17, 1935 to the late Stanley and Agnes (Rybak) Inda. She married Melvin Osentoski on September 15, 1956. He preceded her in death on November 8, 1964. She then married Duard “Duey” Holz on November 20, 1971 and he preceded her in death on May 5, 2004. She was an 8th grade graduate of the Kelly School. She worked at General Cable in Cass City and Courtney Manor in Bad Axe. She was a member of St. Johns the Evangelist church in Ubly and previously St. Columbkille Church, Sheridan. She enjoyed playing euchre with family and friends, knitting, attending the Huron County Senior Center in Bad Axe, visiting friends and family at the nursing homes, attending her grandchildren’s activities, going out to eat and also faithfully watching the Detroit Tigers and the Catholic Channel.
Name: Lesley Charles McKnight
Age: 91
Hometown: Forsyth, Montana - formerly of Bad Axe
Funeral Date: Not Available
Date of Birth: Not Available
Date of Passing: November 24, 2021
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
Burial will be take place in Forsyth Montana, with Military honors.
He is survived by daughters: Lee Anna Brown (Dan) of Hastings Mich. and Paula Jean McKnight of Bay City, Mich.; grandchildren: Chief Petty Officer Andrew Lee McKnight of Norfolk, VA; William David McKnight of Grand Rapids, Mich. and Dylan Stewart McKnight-Becker of Bowling Green, Ky.; and great grandchildren: Joshua, Noah, and Payton Brooke. Lesley is also survived by brothers: James, David, and Charles McKnight. He was preceded in death by his parents: James and Rebecca McKnight; brothers: Ray, Harold, Lloyd, and Sam; and his sisters: Lucille, Mary, and Florence.
Lesley Charles McKnight passed away November 24, 2021 in Forsyth, Montana at age 91. He was born in Bad Axe; son of James and Rebecca McKnight.
Name: Arlene Marie Emming
Age: 83
Hometown: Harbor Beach, MI.
Funeral Date: November 26, 2021
Visitation will be Friday, November 26th from 9:00 am till 11:00 am at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Helena. Mass will follow at 11:00 am. Burial will be in Helena Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will be held in the future. Memorials can be made to Harbor Beach Community Hospital Foundation or donors choice. Due to Covid-19 we encourage only family and close friends. Arrangements are being handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com
She is survived by her children, Mary (Gary) Cook, Ruth, Joann (Russ) Talaski, Harbor Beach, David Emming, Harbor Beach, Dean (Carrie) Emming, Minden City, and Dale (Jenny) Emming, Harbor Beach. She is survived by her grandchildren, Jody Champagne, Traci (Derek) Snider, Garet (Amanda) Cook, Nicole Cook, Russell Talaski, Victoria (Kyle) Yackle, Haley Talaski, Brianna (Nolan Guza) Emming, Robert Emming and Faith Emming. She is also survived by her Great Grandchildren Pvt. Braedyn Cook-Champagne (US Marine), Avery and Kellyn Champagne, Lillyonna, Brooklyn and Dawsyn Snider, Chase, Easton, Tyler and Kaycie Cook, and Ethan and Allison Yackle. She is survived by her brothers, Bill (Audrey) Holdwick, Paul (Mary Ann) Holdwick, Ike (Dorothy) Holdwick, Dennis Holdwick, and Gene (Audrey) Holdwick and her sisters Linda Kirsch, Marge (Dave) Androl, Barb (Bob) Ingles, Trish (Carl) Roth. She is survived by her in-laws, Rosalee Holdwick, Theresa Holdwick, and Marie Holdwick, Leo (Donna) Emming, Leonard (Linda) Emming, Marv (Regina) Emming, Mary Lou (Damian) Walczak, Marileen (Gary) Geiger, Judy Emming, and Suzanne (Terry) Arn, Pat Emming, and Rose Ann Emming. Also many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents Jerome and Stella Holdwick and her in-laws Bernard and Alma Emming. One grandchild, Trevor Emming. Brothers Richard, Harold, Edward and Brian Holdwick. Brother-in-laws, Ken Kirsch, Ray, Joseph and Melvin Emming, Robert Kreiner, Leo Holdwick and Lawrance Kranz, and sister-in-laws Mary Holdwick, Delores Kranz and Shirley Holdwick.
Arlene Marie Emming, age 83 of Harbor Beach, passed way November 23, 2021 at Courtney Manor. She was born on March 1, 1938 in Sand Beach Township to the late Jerome and Stella Holdwick. She married Robert William Emming on June 1, 1957 in Helena. He proceeded her in death on October 10, 2014. Arlene attended Ashmore Country School for 9 years. She graduated from OLLH High School in June 1953. She obtained her ART (Accredited Record Technician) Degree through American Medical Record Association. Arlene worked at Klump’s Restaurant for several years. She worked at Harbor Beach Community Hospital for 27 ½ years in the medical record department. While there she was the Medical Records Director. She was a member of St. Anthony’s Helena and OLLH (Holy Name of Mary Parish) in Harbor Beach, all her life. She sang in the choir at St. Anthony’s for many years. She loved to cook and she baked many wedding cakes. She crochet and knitted sweaters for Knit for Kids for needy children, and she like working on Sudoku puzzles. She sewed many quilt tops for the Helena Loving Ties Quilting Group.
Name: Theodore F. Gundlach
Age: 81
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI.
Funeral Date: November 27, 2021
Services will be held on Saturday, November 27, 2021 at 11 am at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Bad Axe. Burial with full military honors will take place at Richmond Cemetery in Richmond, MI. at a later date. Visitation will be held on Friday, November 26, 2021 from 2-6 pm at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe or Saturday at the church from 10 am until the service time at 11 am. Memorials may be offered to Our Savior Lutheran Church. If you wish to offer your condolences to Ted’s family, please go to www.kaufmanfuneralhome.com
Ted is survived by his sister-in-law, Theresa Gundlach of Bad Axe. Nieces and Nephews – Deborah Gundlach, Marsha (Ken) Ludlow, Brenda (John) Dean, Lisa (Tom) Gundlach, Sheila (Kevin) Truemner, Rich (Kelly) Gundlach, Dennis (Meg) Hugo, Dale Hugo, Douglas (Amy) Hugo, Debbie (John) Swinson, Pamela (Jerry) Bailey , Linda(Jerome) Finkel, Duane (Debbie) Gundlach, Dan (Donna) Gundlach, Robin (Doreen) Gundlach, Connie Gundlach, Diane Gundlach, Edward (Jane) Gundlach and Gigi Hugo. Along with many great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by brothers, sisters, in-laws – Lawrence (Marcella), Earl (Pilar), Martin and Richard Gundlach, Frances (Lloyd) Hugo, Lorraine Richardson. Nephew – Randy Gundlach. Great Nephew – Brody Truemner. Special friend – Norma “Jackie” Thelen.
Theodore “Ted” F. Gundlach, age 81, of Bad Axe, passed away at his home on Tuesday, November 23, 2021. Ted was born on April 21, 1940 in Richmond, MI, son of the late Elmer M. and Clara (Makowski) Gundlach. Ted graduated from Richmond High School and went on to serve in the U.S. Army. After he was discharged from the Army in 1961, he joined his brother Richard and sister-in-law Theresa, to establish Gundlach Bros. Farm, where they enjoyed many years farming together. Ted was a very special member of the family, although he had no children of his own, he was like a second father to Richard and Theresa’s children and they will always have fond memories of growing up with their Uncle Ted. His faith in God and his church family were very important to him. Ted was an active member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Bad Axe, serving as an elder for many years.
Name: Deborah Lee Bailey
Age: 42
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI.
Funeral Date: November 30, 2021
Date of Birth: August 25, 1979
Date of Passing: November 21, 2021
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
Funeral service for Deborah will be held on Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at 11 a.m. at the MacAlpine Funeral in Bad Axe, with Pastor Jerry Sutton officiating. Visitation for Deborah will be on Monday, November 29, 2021 from 3-8 p.m. at the MacAlpine Funeral Home and on Tuesday, from 10 a.m. until time of service. MASK WILL BE REQUIRED AND SOCIAL DISTANCING PRACTICES ARE ENCOURANGED. Memorials may be offered to the family in care of Gary Bailey. Condolences may be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Deborah is survived by her husband of 12 years, Gary Bailey; her step-son Cody, her daughter, Angelina and son, Issac. She is also survived by her mother Mary Brandow (Bob Michalski); her brother Gary Soper Jr.; sisters-in-law: Karen (Chris) Dufty and Pam (Vincent) Maurer; brothers- in-law, Brad Peyerk; Greg (Joann) Bailey and Mike (Trina) Bailey; along with several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father and her sister Karen Peyerk.
Deborah Lee Bailey, 42 years old of Bad Axe, formerly of Harbor Beach, passed away suddenly on November 21, 2021 at McLaren Pontiac Hospital, due to complications of COVID. Deborah was born on August 25, 1979 to Mary Brandow and the late Gary A. Soper Sr. Deborah married Gary Bailey, and together they have three children. She graduated with a high school diploma, worked at Harbor Beach Hospital as a certified nursing assistant and was working on continuing her education. Deborah enjoyed caring for the elderly, and also worked in resale at the Dollar General. Deborah enjoyed her dogs, raising animals; chickens, ducks and rabbits. She loved spending time in her flower gardens and being outdoors, kayaking, canoeing, sitting around a campfire and camping with her family. Her children were her most cherished responsibilities in her life.
Name: Charles F. Smith
Age: 77
Hometown: Harbor Beach, MI.
Funeral Date: December 18, 2021
Cremation has taken place. A gathering of friends will take place on December 18, 2021, from 4-6 pm at the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com
He is survived by his children: Robert (Tracy) of Telford, TN, Roger (Dana) of Plymouth, Rachelle (John) of Cambridge, MD, Rhonda (Michael) of Enterprise, AL, Robyn (John) of Clinton Township, Rebecca (Doug) of Ruth, grandchildren: Michael, David, Brian (Kelly), Zachary, Nicholas, Brandon, Reese, Caleb, Gabriel, Nathaniel, Joseph, Marissa, Zephaniah, great grandchildren: Jaxon, Jordan and Cameron, and his siblings.
Charles F. Smith, age 77 of Harbor Beach, passed away Sunday, November 21, 2021 at Lakeview Extended Care and Rehab Center of the Harbor Beach Community Hospital. Chuck was born on August 5, 1944 inn Trenton, to the late Arthur and Dorothy (Ryan) Smith. Chuck was a Truck Driver for many years. He enjoyed going to the casino, listening to music, watch sports and visiting National Parks.
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