Name: Daniel Loren Burkhard
Age: 70
Hometown: Harbor Beach, MI
Funeral Date: March 30, 2024
The funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 30, 2024 at Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach, with Rev. Matthew H. Durance officiating. Burial will be at Lakeview Cemetery, Port Hope. Memorials may be made to the family discretionary fund. Visitation will be Friday, March 29 from 4 - 8 p.m. and Saturday, March 30 beginning at 10 a.m.
He is survived by his wife, Debbie; brothers, Terry (Pam), Ivan (Cricket), David (Mary), and Richard (Jean); sisters, Nancy (Dan) Hitchcock and Susan Keys; and many nieces and nephews.
Daniel Loren Burkhard, age 70 of Harbor Beach, passed away Monday, March 25, 2024 at Hurley Hospital in Flint. Born April 21, 1953 in Harbor Beach, he was the son of the late Roland and Esther (Timreck) Burkhard. He was united in marriage to Debbie Schweigert in Bad Axe on October 24, 1987. Daniel was a 1967 graduate from Zion Lutheran School and a 1971 graduate from Harbor Beach High School. He was a lifelong member of Zion Lutheran Church, Harbor Beach, where he was once a custodian. He previously worked at the movie theater, as a mechanic at Honda Motor Cycle, at Leader Tool & Die, and retired as bus driver from Harbor Beach Schools.
Name: Katelyn Kucharczyk
Age: 35
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: Not Available
Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Katelyn’s life will be held at a later date. If you wish to offer your condolences to Katelyn’s family, please go to www.kaufmanfuneralhome.com
Katelyn is survived by her mother Karen Read of Bad Axe. Katie had one brother, Eric (Ashley) Read of Cass City a half-brother, Aiden Kucharczyk of Center Line a half-sister, Autumn Kucharczyk of Ann Arbor. Katelyn had a beloved nephew, Anderson Read of Cass City. Katelyn was also fond of her good friends Nick Candela of Minden City and Suzy Mendelson of Center Line. Katie is also survived by her grandmother, Lois Read of Comins and her grandfather, Harold Kucharczyk of Parisville. Many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Katelyn’s father, Richard Kucharczyk, her grandmother, Agnes Kucharczyk and her grandfather, Leslie Read all preceded her in death.
Katelyn Kucharczyk, age 35, of Grand Blanc hometown Bad Axe passed away on Monday, March 25, 2024 at Ascension Genesys Hospital. She was born on December 1, 1988 in Ann Arbor, daughter of Richard Kucharczyk Karen Read. Katelyn enjoyed life to the fullest with many friends, she enjoyed being in touch through social media, playing video games, and having visitors at the Medilodge in Grand Blanc where she lived most of the last few years of her life. Katelyn took up knitting and also became close with several of her fellow residents and staff at the facility. The family would like thank the staff of Ascension Genesys, Compassus Hospice, and Medilodge for taking excellent care of Katelyn. Katelyn was a great animal lover and enjoyed her fur babies in particular her beloved Ralph, any donations to local humane societies in her name are welcome in lieu of donations or flowers.
Name: Annabell Seidl
Age: 98
Hometown: Ruth
Funeral Date: April 02, 2024
Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at St. Peter and Paul Church Holy Apostles Parish, Ruth. Rev. Fr. Robert Kelm will officiate. The Rosary will be offered by the parish Christian Mothers and Daughters of Isabella on Monday, April 1 at 4:30 p.m. Memorial donations may be made as a Mass offering, to the Christian Mothers, or United Hospice of Marlette. Visitation will be at Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach Monday, April 1, 3 - 8 p.m. and at the church on Tuesday, 9:00 a.m. until the funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com
Her survivors include a daughter, Doris Seidl of Burchville; four sons, John (Diane) of Ruth, Donald (Patti) of The Villages, FL, Dennis (Cindy) of Howard City, and Gerard (Michelle) of Croswell: 10 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren: and a sister, Phyllis Sadro of Sandpoint, Idaho. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by an infant son and two sisters, Rosemary Artman and Mary Jane Warchuck-Hook.
Annabell Seidl, age 98 of Ruth, passed away Monday, March 25, 2024 at United Hospice, Marlette Hospital. Annabell was born on October 25, 1925 on the family farm in Delaware Township, Sanilac County, daughter of the late George and Matilda (Block) Artman. On January 17,1949 she was united in marriage to Leo J. Seidl He preceded her in death in 2008. Annabell was a graduate of Minden City High School and a lifelong member of St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church Ruth, where she was baptized, received her First Communion, was married. She was a member and past President of the parish Christian Mothers and the Daughters of Isabella. An avid quilter throughout her lifetime, she also enjoyed embroidery. Annabell was proud to have crafted items for her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and future generations.
Name: Josephine A Yaroch
Age: 102
Hometown: Port Austin
Funeral Date: April 03, 2024
There will be a Funeral Mass on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at 11am St. Michael’s of the Annunciation of the Lord Parish in Port Austin. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 2-7pm at the Knoblock Funeral Home in Kinde and on Wednesday from 10am until the time of service at the church.
She is survived by her special niece and caregiver, Connie Baranski; special helpers and friends, Linda Zurek and Terry Braun; and nieces and nephews, Jim and Helen Polewach, Bob and Joanne Yaroch, Ron and Jeanette Yaroch, Joan and Ed Driscoll, Julie Harker-Leigh, Mary Elizabeth Ziegler, Pat and Vicki Yaroch, and John and Linda Yaroch. Josephine was preceded in death by her siblings, Albert, Louis, Edwin, Paul, Genevieve Yaroch, Viola Baranski, Gertrude Krease, Florence O’Connor, and Nellie Yaroch. A special thank you goes out to the staff of Meadow Lanes and of United Hospice.
Josephine A. Yaroch, 102, of Port Austin died Saturday, March 23, 2024, at Meadow Lanes. Assisted Living in Bad Axe. She was born July 30, 1921, in Port Austin, daughter of the late Frank and Jennie (Horetski) Yaroch. She graduated from the Port Austin High School. Josephine worked at the U. S. Post Office in Port Austin, retiring as the Postmaster. She was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Port Austin where she served as the organist for almost her entire adult life. She enjoyed flowers, gardening, and her dog.
Name: Martin F. Knost
Age: 88
Hometown: Port Austin
Funeral Date: March 29, 2024
Date of Birth: March 29, 1935
Date of Passing: March 17, 2024
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
A memorial luncheon will be from 11:00am to 2:00pm Friday, March 29th, Marty’s 89th Birthday, at the Franklin Inn in Bad Axe. Champagne Funeral Chapel is handling the arrangements. Interment will be in Cross Lutheran Cemetery in Pigeon.
Marty is survived by children Christine (Terry) Braun of Port Austin and Kenneth (Sharon) Knost of Brighton; grandchildren Joshua, Jessica, Jennifer Knost and Rebecca, Bradley and Jaclyn Braun; sister MaryAnn (Robert) Gray of Illinois; brother-in-law Henry (Donna) Kreller of Port Austin; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Beverly, sister Midge Scully, and brother George.
Martin F. Knost, 88, of Port Austin, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2024 at home under hospice care. Marty was born March 29, 1935 in Detroit to the late Felix M. And Mary Ann (O’Neil) Knost. Marty served in the US Army from 1955 to 1958 in France. When he returned home he received a degree in accounting and worked for the US Government as a Corporate IRS Accountant in Detroit. He retired at the age of 55 and moved from Warren to Port Austin where he built a home. Marty was known as a great fisherman, fishing mostly for perch and golfing with his friends. He also enjoyed playing cards and spending time with his family, six grandchildren and many friends.
Name: Teresa Lyn Rockefeller
Age: 55
Hometown: Ubly
Funeral Date: March 22, 2024
Date of Birth: September 13, 1968
Date of Passing: March 17, 2024
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Funeral services will be at 11:00am Friday, March 22nd at the FaithWay Church with Rev. Jamey Parker officiating. Visitation will be 2-8 Thursday at the Champagne Funeral Chapel. Memorials may be made to the family.
Terri is survived by her husband Brian; children Thomas Brown, Robert Brown, Alex Rockefeller, and Christopher Rockefeller; parents Thomas Sr. and Sylvia Brown; siblings Thomas Jr. (Shantell) and Shanna (Chad) Lathwell; father-in-law Lawrence Rockefeller; sister-in-law Dawn Rockefeller; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brother-in-law Daniel Rockefeller and mother-in-law Josephine Rockefeller.
Teresa Lyn Rockefeller, 55, of Ubly, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2024 at home. Terri was born September 13, 1968 in Decatur, Georgia. She grew up in Orlando, Florida, moving to Bad Axe when she was in the fifth grade. She graduated from Bad Axe High School. She enjoyed reading, spending time with her family, family vacations, and car rides along the lakeshore. Her life revolved around her kids.
Name: R Jerry White
Age: 87
Hometown: Elkton
Funeral Date: March 20, 2024
Date of Birth: February 13, 1937
Date of Passing: March 17, 2024
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
A funeral mass for R. Jerry White will be 11:00am Wednesday, March 20th at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bad Axe, Michigan with Father TJ Flemming officiating. Burial will be at Maple Grove Cemetery in Osseo, Michigan. Visitation will be from 3:00pm to 7:00pm on Tuesday, March 19th at Champagne Funeral Chapel in Pigeon. Memorial donations of books may be made in Jerry’s name to Pigeon District Library. Condolences to the family may be offered at www.ChampagneFuneralChapel.com.
Jerry was preceded in death by his sons Devon and Marc White. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Jayne, daughter Sara Jayne White, grandchildren Madison and Aidan White and their mother Tonya, brother- and sister-in-law Larry and Colleen Krohn, nephew Charles Krohn and his wife Bronwyn and their children Maya and Mason, niece Jennifer Lang (Krohn) and her husband Dylan, and “granddog” Frannie.
R. Jerry White, 87, of Elkton, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2024 at home under hospice care. Jerry was an only child, born to Ralph and Marie White on February 13, 1937 in Hillsdale, Michigan. He was named after his father but was called by his middle name. Graduating at age 17, he entered the US Navy and was a radio operator in the post-Korean War era. Jerry loved being at sea and was forever proud of his time in the military. After the Navy, Jerry attended Central Michigan University and received a Master’s degree in European History, Humanities and World Religions. He taught for many years at Montcalm Community College and later became Dean of Jordan College in Cass City, Michigan. Following his retirement, he enjoyed selling real estate alongside Jayne, spending winters in Florida and Arizona and summers in the Thumb of Michigan. Jerry’s two favorite seasons overlapped: Christmas and Fantasy Football. He loved to sit in front of the lit tree at night, looking at the ornaments he and Jayne collected. By day, he could be found in his office, reviewing football stats and competing in several leagues. In his last year, he was beaten by his grandson–a loss that both stung and made him proud. Jerry excelled in relishing the small pleasures in life. He loved weak coffee, poached eggs, Cadillacs, “shoot ‘em up” movies, the Detroit Lions, apocalyptic novels, playing cards, and sitting on the front porch watching the world go by. Jerry was inspired by the teachings of Mother Theresa, his college professor Dr. Oppenheimer, and author of “Man’s Search for Meaning”, Viktor Frankl. He embraced Frankl’s philosophy to “find purpose by taking responsibility for ourselves and other human beings,” and reflected those values in many conversations with his children over the years. A hopeless romantic, Jerry penned love letters to Jayne every anniversary and throughout the year. He was a tender-hearted soul, and he cared deeply for the people in his community, including his friends at T.O.P.S., fellow snowbirds in Fountain Hills, Arizona, and his card buddies in Elkton and at the Huron County Senior Center. He was especially grateful for the care he received from the team at Compassus Hospice in the final months of his life. Jerry was loved by many as a friend, colleague, and father figure. But most of all, he was a loving husband and father who will live on through his family. Inscribed on Jerry and Jayne’s headstone is the essence of the life they created with one another, “Together Forever Unto Eternity.”
Name: Larry Morden Gilbert
Age: 82
Hometown: Port Austin
Funeral Date: March 19, 2024
Date of Birth: February 03, 1942
Date of Passing: March 14, 2024
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you act kindly towards each other. The family wishes to thank the multitude of caregivers who assisted him in the later years of his life, and also Residential Hospice for their care. Visitation will be held on Monday, March 18, 2024 from 2:00-6:00 PM at the MacAlpine Mac Chapel in Bad Axe, and also on Tuesday, March 19th from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM at the Mac Chapel. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM with Pastor Tim Callow officiating. Burial will follow at Colfax Township cemetery in Bad Axe. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
His was preceded in death by both parents, Ernie and Violet Gilbert, his brother Donald, and sister Marlene DeLuca, and niece Amy DeLuca. He is survived by his nieces and nephew Jolene, Diane and John (Karen) DeLuca and great nephew Ian DeLuca and many cousins. He was loving child, and grew to be a kind observant loving man.
Larry Morden Gilbert 82 years old, died peacefully in his sleep on March 14, 2024, in the home he so proudly called his own. He was born physically challenged on February 3, 1942 to Ernst (Ernie) and Violet (Eddy) Gilbert in the old Hubbard Hospital in Bad Axe. He spent the first few years of his life unable to walk, and mastered the art of ‘scooting around’ on his bottom. After multiple operations and his mother’s devoted love, care and therapy, he learned to walk. Larry spent his early childhood in Pinnebog, and moved to Detroit with his family when he was five. He was bullied by boys who did not know or understand him, and subsequently left the public school system after the 6th grade. He continued learning on his own. His mother taught him to be as self-sufficient as he could be. He was responsible for the laundry and ironing while both parents worked, and mowed the lawn and cleaned up the kitchen after meals. He loved music, and learned to play the trumpet in the ‘big band’ style of Guy Lombardo and Lawrence Welk. He read the newspaper every morning, and swam a half mile every evening to his mother’s mile. No small feat for a one warmed bandit. He enjoyed the freedom of traveling by the city busses, and used them as a young adult to travel to and from his job at Kresge’s in downtown Detroit. He traveled with his parents to Florida in the winter. After his mother retired they spent the winter in Hollywood Beach, Florida. He spent time with his father surf fishing, and was active in the church with his mother. She sang in the choir, while he proudly and purposefully served as an usher, assisting people up and down the aisle.
Name: Judith Lackowski
Age: 71
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: Not Available
In keeping with her wishes, cremation has taken place. Interment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery in Rapson. If you wish to offer your condolences to the Lackowski family, please go to www.kaufmanfuneralhome.com
Judith is survived by two sisters, Barbara Lackowski of Bad Axe and Cindy Miller and her fiancé Tom Shedd of Bad Axe, two brothers, Jerry (Debra) Lackowski of Port Hope and Steven (Denise) Lackowski of Ruth and one sister-in-law Susan Lackowski of Harbor Beach. Several nieces and nephews, including Troy Lackowski, Ryan (Jennifer) Lackowski, Chad (Sarah) Lackowski, Scott (Heather) Miller, Alex Lackowski (Janelle Schmidt), Steve Lackowski Jr., Michelle Lackowski (Aaron King), Michael (Lauren) Lackowski, Stephanie Lackowski (Alex Schornack) and McKenzie (Trent) Poupor. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Edwina Lackowski and brother Dennis.
Judith Lackowski, age 71 of Bad Axe, passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2024 at Huron County Medical Care Facility in Bad Axe. She was born on December 3, 1952 in Bad Axe, daughter of the late Edward and Edwina (Smaglinski) Lackowski. She worked most of her life in the manufacturing business. She enjoyed watching the Detroit Tigers and Lions and loved scratching her lottery tickets.
Name: Brian Timothy Greene
Age: 56
Hometown: Hudsonville
Funeral Date: March 16, 2024
Service will be held on Saturday, March 16, 2024 at 1:00 pm at Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe. Burial will be at Valley Cemetery in Ubly. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 11:00 am until service time at 1:00 pm at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Sleeper Public Library in Ubly. If you wish to offer condolences to Brian’s family, please go to www.kaufmanfuneralhome.com
Brian is survived by his wife of 24 years, Lana Greene; Father, Roger Greene; Uncle, Dan Ross; Cousins, Rachelle Neddo and husband Tom, and their two sons Zachary and Trenton Ross, cousin Renee Ross: Brother in laws Sam (Mary) Krohn and Pat Krohn; Sister in laws Debra (Mark) Smith and Karen(Gary) Etzler. He was preceded in death by his beloved mother Sandra “Sandy” Greene; Grandparents, John “Jack” and Ethel Ross; Father and mother in law Donald and Addie “Mae” Krohn.
Brian Timothy Greene, age 56, of Hudsonville, MI passed away on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at his home with his wife by his side. He was born on April 6th, 1967 in Dearborn, MI. He married Lana Krohn on June 19th, 1999 at the First Presbyterian church in Bad Axe. Brian was a graduate of Ferris State University, and a proud brother of the Phi Kappa Theta fraternity. He worked in outside sales for the majority of his life. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, however following sports was his passion. His favorite college football team was the University of Michigan Wolverines, which he proudly called “America’s Team”. “Hail” to Mr. Greene.
Name: Emory Rumble
Age: 85
Hometown: Ubly, MI
Funeral Date: Not Available
In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. If you wish to offer your condolences to Emory’s family, please go to: www.kaufmanfuneralhome.com
Emory is survived by his wife of 63 years Patricia Rumble of Ubly. Two daughters, Helene (Doug) Lockhart of Ubly and Angela (Scott) Fraley of Sandusky. Three grandchildren~Jess, Emory and Carlton Durbin and five great-grandchildren. Bobby, Alex, Christopher, Emilia and Addyson Durbin He was preceded in death by 8 brothers and one sister.
Emory Rumble, age 85 of Ubly, passed away on Monday, March 11, 2024 at his home surrounded by family. He was born on August 26, 1938 in Eastern MI, son of the late Roy and Rosa (Watson) Rumble. He married Patricia Trisch on August 27, 1960 in Rochester, MI. Emory spent most of his childhood years helping his father growing and selling watermelons. At 18 years old Emory secured a production job at General Motors working his way through the ranks until becoming a shift Supervisor until he retired in 1983. His foremost priority in all his years was providing for his family. He loved hunting, fishing, old cars, Country music and camping with his family.
Name: Dale E. Gornowicz
Age: 80
Hometown: Ubly
Funeral Date: March 16, 2024
Funeral Mass held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 16, 2024 in St. Ignatius Church, Ubly with Fr. Nate Harburg officiating. Interment in Freiburg Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Good Shepherd Parish. Visitation: 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 15, 2024 in Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, March 16, 2024 in St. Ignatius Church, Ubly Arrangements by Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City
Dale is survived by his brother, Rod Gornowicz; nephews and nieces: Ray (Ruth) Gornowicz, Charles Gornowicz, Paul Gornowicz, Kathy (Gary) Rumptz, Sheryl (Todd) Gornowicz-Kramis, Randy (Cathy) Gornowicz; several nieces and nephews; special cousin, Larry Gornowicz; brothers-in-law: Raymond (Darlene) Rothe, Richard (Sharon) Rothe. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Ruth Ann; brother, Gerald Gornowicz.
Dale E. Gornowicz, 80, of Ubly died Sunday, March 10, 2024 in Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit. He was born April 19, 1943 in Tyre to Vincent and Sophie (Wrubel) Gornowicz. He married Ruth Ann Mildred Rothe on March 12, 1966 in St. Ignatius Church, Ubly. She died October 12, 2022. Dale was a lifelong farmer. He loved the land and its natural beauty. His world was the farm, and his home was on a tractor. Dale was one of the first organic farmers in the area. He delighted in feeding the birds and he would talk about a special tree on a particular area of his property. His door was always open to friends and neighbors. A welcome smile would greet unexpected visitors and Dale and Ruth Ann both loved to “shoot the breeze” with whomever appeared on their doorstep. If the visitors played cards, all the better. Dale was an avid deer hunter and enjoyed fishing. He was a member of St. Ignatius Church.
Name: Betty L House
Age: 81
Hometown: Sebewaing
Funeral Date: Not Available
Date of Birth: April 12, 1942
Date of Passing: March 10, 2024
Funeral Home: Juengel Mellendorf Funeral Home
In honor of Betty’s wishes, a celebration of life will be held this summer at her home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to the Michigan Humane Society. Arrangements handled by Juengel-Mellendorf Funeral Home, Sebewaing.
Betty is survived by the following: her husband of 64 years, Gerald J. House, daughter Amy Krug, son-in-law Jeffery Krug, son Gerald R. House, grandchildren Chad House, Chelius Krug, Stanley Krug, Gerald E. House, sister Janet Johnstin, brothers William and Richard Deming.Betty was preceded in death by her father, Raymond Deming, mother Dorthy Deming, and brother Robert Deming.
Betty L. House of Sebewaing, age 81, died on Sunday, March 10, 2004, at home surrounded by loved ones. Betty was born on April 12, 1942 in Bay Port, Michigan, to parents Raymond and Dorthy Deming. She was a loving wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Above all, she was kind and compassionate and loved to take care of those in need. She enjoyed painting and sewing. She especially took joy in coloring and playing outside with her great grandchildren.
Name: Kurt Raymond Pankau
Age: 58
Hometown: Filion
Funeral Date: March 14, 2024
Funeral service for Kurt will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, March 14, 2024 at Faithway Chuch, 3108 Rescue Rd, Bad Axe with Pastor Mike Beeler officiating. Visitation will be on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at MacAlpine Funeral Home in Bad Axe from 2 pm–7 pm and also on Thursday at the church from 10:00 am until the time of service. Kurt’s family would like to extend our heartfelt thank you to all of Kurt’s nurses and caregivers at McLaren Thumb Region. The kindness and compassionate care they provided to Kurt in his final days is unsurpassed. Memorials may be offered to the family discretionary fund.
Kurt is survived by his wife Karen; his loving son, Kenneth (Hannah McGahey) Pankau; mother in-law Doris Holz; brothers and sisters: Sharon (James) Lautenbach, Diane (James) Elmore, Hans (Linda) Pankau, Robert (Jackie) Collier, Yvette (Robert) Morris; in-laws: Lora Collier, Debora (Douglas) Messing, Paul (Alexandra) Holz, and many nieces and nephews. Kurt was preceded by his parents Raymond and Jackie, brother Michael Collier and father-in law Kenneth Holz.
Kurt Raymond Pankau, 58 years old of Filion, was called to his eternal home in heaven on March 9, 2024, with his best friend and loving wife, Karen, by his side. Kurt was born on August 18, 1965 in Madison Heights to the late Raymond and Jacqueline (Smith) Pankau. On August 30, 1991, Kurt eloped with his soul mate, Karen Renee’ Holz to Alpena, Mi to be married by his childhood pastor, Rev. Mario Cuppetelli. Kurt loved to read God’s word and share His good news with everyone that he met. Kurt didn’t question his cancer diagnosis; he trusted in and accepted whatever God’s plan was, knowing that God would be by his side throughout. Kurt’s greatest joy was being with his son Ken and sharing with him everything he had learned throughout his life; whether it be hunting and fishing, building or repairing, vehicle maintenance, or teaching him how to treat others with respect and to walk in God’s light. Kurt was extremely proud of his son and took great joy in spending time with his family. Kurt was a licensed residential builder. He owned Central Builders and also worked for several local contractors. Most recently, Kurt worked for Agri-Valley Communications, Inc. as team lead of Maintenance OPS. Kurt was an accomplished guitarist and played throughout Michigan and Ohio in several rock bands, most notably Legacy and Alibi. In recent years, Kurt used his musical talents writing songs of praise and rejoice to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Name: Edward P. "Squeak" Wiederhold
Age: 79
Hometown: Elkton
Funeral Date: March 14, 2024
Date of Birth: November 04, 1944
Date of Passing: March 09, 2024
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Funeral services will be at 11:00am Thursday, March 14th at the Community Wesleyan Church in Elkton with Rev. Ean Green officiating. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-7 Wednesday at the Champagne Funeral Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Community Wesleyan Church or Compassus Hospice. www.ChampagneFuneralChapel.com
Ed is survived by his loving wife Mary June; children Mike (Julie), George (Alicia), Janelle (Dan), Jeffrey (Malia) and Justin; grandchildren Michael, Shawn, Gregory, Jessica, Edward, Sydney, Shiloh, Shelby, Samuel, Sadie, Savannah, Sage, Aja, Jeremiah, Abram, Ian, Ethan, Kash, and Kobe; 6 great-grandchildren; and sisters Alice (Chester) Birchfield, Donna Sherwood, Laura Prill, Connie Wiederhold, and Rose Krastes; many nieces, nephews and in-laws. He was preceded in death by his son James, sister Lilly Jackson, and 3 brothers Gordon, John and Doug.
Edward P. “Squeak” Wiederhold, 79, of Elkton, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2024 at his home under hospice care. Ed was born November 4, 1944 at home in Oliver Twp to the late Philip and Annabelle (Grigg) Wiederhold. He married Mary June Wolschleger on August 1, 1975 in Bad Axe. Ed was a jack of all trades and could fix anything. He owned Wiederhold Repair Service with his brother Doug doing diesel repair, engine and body work. For many years he bought and drove buses to transport children and adults to church on Sunday mornings. He enjoyed playing guitar in a worship band, driving his Harley-Davidson, fishing, going to garage sales with his best friend Randy, collecting antique clocks, racing cars, and spoiling his grandchildren.
Name: Gail M. Koehn
Age: 83
Hometown: Harbor Beach
Funeral Date: March 11, 2024
Funeral mass for Gail will be Monday, March 11, 2024 at 11 am at Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, of the Holy Name of Mary Parish, with Fr. Kevin Wojciechowski officiating. Burial will follow in Verona Township Cemetery. Visitation for Gail will be on Sunday, from 2-8pm at the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Visitation on Monday will be at the church, beginning at 10 am until time of services at 11 am. Memorials may be given to the Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic School, or the Eastern Huron Ambulance Service. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com
She is survived by her children: Lois (Phil) Talaski of Harbor Beach, JoAnn (Bob) Fisher of Bad Axe, Eric (Lacy) Koehn of Freeland, and Shawn D. (Kim) Koehn of Harbor Beach, 8 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and sibling Roland (Linda) Siemen of Harbor Beach. She was preceded in death by her husband Alvin Koehn, siblings Linda (John) Roggenbuck, Joan (Richard) Sommers, and a much loved granddaughter Holly Talaski.
Gail M. Koehn, age 83 of Harbor Beach passed away Friday, March 8, 2024 at Meadow Lane Retirement and Assisted Living Facility of Bad Axe. She was born on April 16, 1940 in Sand Beach Township to the late Joseph and Cecelia Siemen. Gail and Alvin Koehn were united in marriage on January 9, 1960 at Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic church in Harbor Beach. Gail retired from Harbor Beach Community Hospital after 35 years of service, after which she worked at Dian Volmering Catering sharing her renowned cooking skills. She was well known for her homemaking skills, gardening green thumb, hunting prowess, and primarily her love for her family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She was an active member of Our Lady of Lake Huron.
Name: Steven James Kramer
Age: 68
Hometown: Palms, MI
Funeral Date: March 23, 2024
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 12 Noon at St. Isidore Parish – St. Patrick Catholic Church in Palms. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday, March 22, 2024 from 5 – 8 pm at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe or Saturday at the church from 10 am until the service time at 12 Noon. A Sherman Township Fireman’s Service will be offered on Friday at 7 pm at the funeral home. If you wish to offer your condolences to Steve’s family, please go to www.kaufmanfuneralhome.com
He is survived by his wife of nearly 37 years, Joann (Volz) Kramer of Deckerville, step son Ed Schmidt of Fairfied, OH, daughter Jamie Kramer of Jackson, WY, son Zachary Kramer and Austin and Owen of Minden City, daughter Rosemary (Brian) Adkins and Zoe and Ada of Colorado Springs, CO., daughter Tiffany (Mitchell) Messing and Logan, Sophia, Landen, Lily and Genevieve of Ruth, MI. and brother Scott of Ruth.
Steven James Kramer, age 68 of Palms, MI. passed away at Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak MI. Fri. March 8th 2024 during a medical procedure with his son Zach at his hand. Hospitalized 17 days from catching and kicking H1N1 Swine Influenza during a short rehab stay at Deckerville Autumnwood. He viscously and defiantly battled autoimmune sarcoidosis of the lungs for 26 years. He still worked at his shop or on the phone with customers or Zach, even in the hospital stays. He resided in Minden City with Zach, Austin and Owen for the last 13 years since a 25 day stint on life support in Henry Ford. He was born in Highland Park, MI. On March 24, 1955 to Wilfred and Shirley (Thompson) Kramer. He loved visiting with all of his grandchildren and adored them very very much. At age 5 Steven took on his first responsibilities working real jobs for his parents shop in Palms, and finishing and roofing the new family house with his grandpa Ben Kramer. Soon after, he was neighbors Jim and Marie Oswald’s main daily farm hand in addition to his shop. It's fair to say that hard work was an automatic lifetime need for Steven to take pride in and actually thrive off and love. His hands were a testament to that. His work days were mostly twice too long, but Steve took great pride in all his work, and put his name on everything he ever did. Steve helped Wilfred parade drive the new Minneapolis Moline tractors and demonstrate tractors and plows to sell on farms at the age of 7. He took that mold board plowing knowledge taught from Wilfred and was very active and successful in FFA. He was a master plow and implement setup man for life, always looking at the job done in the fields nearby. He won many plowing competitions. He attended Hunt country school and then graduated from Deckerville High. He was an accomplished drummer in a local band. He loved skiing at Boyne with his cousins. He loved water skiing from shore at Forestville (his favorite spot) 1 mile out to the shipping channel and be so very little skiing next to and around the lake freighters, and then ski all the way back to shore without a break. He had Roddenberry vehicles and homebuilt almost all of his vehicles he ever had. He was especially proud of his hand built 1960 Harley Davidson chopper that he’s had since 18. He loved camping, deer hunting, playing cards, chopping fire wood and reading. He was a pool shark by the age of 10. He was on the road for his children in Ohio, traveling 1000 miles each weekend to see them for years. He absolutely loved the open road with a truck and trailer, big or small, servicing his dealer and customer network for Deutz transmissions. He operated Kramer Implement of Palms his whole life, first with Wilfred then with Scott and the last 26 years also with son Zach. He sold new Deutz tractors starting in 1977, and stood behind them and his brand for the next 47 years. Steve was an expert machinist and mechanic, with a very deep engineering aptitude. His lifetime specialty was a 24 speed transmission that he extensively modified. World widely known through word of mouth, the dealer network agreed he had made them bullet proof. His redesign of Deutz gear cluster, the double spur gear, was bullet proof and sent and used to almost all the continents. Steve was a CENPECO oil salesman and had created his own custom blend of transmission oil for Deutz, to be sold by the company. He was a Sherman Township firefighter and a past president of the Huron County Fire Fighters Assoc., the first year (FEMA) was implemented into the county level. He had great memories of those years and was happy to serve. Steve also took his mechanical abilities into the tractor pulling arena. He helped create many meaningful rules and helped the TTPA as a tech official for years. He tractor pulled his Deutz tractors beginning in 1977. He had many customers he built components and complete tractors for. He was inducted into the TTPA hall of fame in 2008. His latest achievement was helping and leading Zach and their pulling team to the 2021 NTPA National Championship Title for 6200# LLSS. Steve was physically and mentally tougher than tough could be for life, even sick. Yet so very calm and gentle at the same time. He will be missed by many very dearly.
Name: Gerald L. Heilig
Age: 93
Hometown: Elkton
Funeral Date: Not Available
Date of Birth: December 08, 1930
Date of Passing: March 06, 2024
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Private funeral services will be at the Champagne Funeral Chapel with Rev. Karen Bouverette. Interment will be in New River Cemetery.
He is survived by his three sons Randy (Susan) of Pigeon, Steven of Pigeon and Anthony (Deborah) of Commerce Twp; grandchildren Josh, Kim (Ryan), Chris (Cassie), Shawn (Ericca), Erin (Patrick) and Tim (Alyssa); great-grandchildren Hollie, Dallas, Reese, Reid, Kensington, Leighton and Madelyn; sister Lucy and brother Wolford. He was preceded in death by 18 brothers and sisters.
Gerald L. Heilig, 93, of Elkton, passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at Huron County Medical Care Facility in Bad Axe. Gerald was born December 8, 1930 in Minden City to the late William and Margaret (Oswald) Heilig. He served in the US Army from January 1952 to December 1953. He married Frances Kesterke on August 10, 1957; she preceded him in death March 30, 2016. He enjoyed farming, dancing and was a Detroit Tigers Baseball fan.
Name: Suzanne M Krohn
Age: 44
Hometown: Pigeon
Funeral Date: March 12, 2024
Date of Birth: December 20, 1979
Date of Passing: March 06, 2024
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Funeral services will be at 11:00am Tuesday, March 12th at the Champagne Funeral Chapel with Rev. Karen Bouverette officiating. Burial will be Grand Lawn Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-8 Sunday and 2-8 Monday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to her son Isaac.
Suzie is survived by her son Isaac; mother Barb Krohn; sister Janelle (Rahila) Krohn; the father of her son Mark (Mary) Brown; aunts and uncles James Brunni, Bill (Son Mi) Brunni, Mary (Jim) Granelli, Betty Brunni, Dennis (Jean) Fritz, Randy (Ev) Fritz, Denise Fritz, Connie (Terry) Damm, Sherri (Dave) Kraft, Brenda (Jack) Gleason, and Becky (Eric) Wachowicz; many cousins and wonderful friends. She was preceded in death by her father David, step father Mark Kellermann, aunt Carrie Brunni, and uncle Randy Krohn.
Suzanne M. Krohn, 44, of Pigeon, passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at home surrounded by her family. Suzie was born December 20, 1979 in Pigeon. She grew up in Elkton and graduated in 1998 from Laker High School. She received her Bachelor’s Degree from Michigan State University in 2002 and law degree from Thomas Cooley Law School in 2006. She was Huron County Assistant Prosecutor from 2008-2021 and then the Tuscola County Domestic Relations Referee since 2021. She was the former President of the Huron County Bar Association. She enjoyed tubing, competing in Muddy Princess USA, personal fitness, and most of all being a mother.
Name: Elizabeth Mae Hansel
Age: 100
Hometown: Port Hope
Funeral Date: March 09, 2024
Visitation for Betty will be on Saturday, March 9, 2024, from 1-2 pm at the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Burial will follow at the Forrest Bay Cemetery in Harbor Beach, MI.
Betty leaves behind her loving children, Marie (Ron) Stiebe, Alan (Beth) Hansel; grandchildren, Brian (Stacey) Stiebe, Holly (Dale) Garrish, Bradly (Heather) Stiebe, Heidi (Mike Schukraft) Hansel and Eric Hansel; Great-grandchildren, Chelsea (Bo) Moore, Peyton (Jake) DeBella, Riley (Bryce M.) Pulvirenti, Nathan (Keiran T.) Stiebe, Kaleigh (Ali A.) Garrish, Braden Garrish, Sam Pulvirenti, Laila Garrish, Thomas Stiebe and Max Pulvirenti; and two Great-Great- granddaughters expected this spring. Betty was preceded in death by her husband, who passed in February of 1992, her parents Arthur and Mabel, brothers Harold and Howard Adams and Howard’s wife Betty. Betty loved living and raising her family in Port Hope with her one and only love, Herbie
Elizabeth “Betty” Mae Hansel, age 100 of Bayside Village Nursing Home in L’Anse, MI, formally of Port Hope, MI, went to be with her one true love, Herbert on March 3, 2024, with her loving daughter by her side. Betty was born in Detroit, MI to the late Arthur and Mable (Varner) Adams on November 17, 1923. Betty married her high school sweetheart, Herbert Hansel, on February 13, 1943. Upon Herb’s return from serving in WWII, they settled in Port Hope, MI to raise their family. Betty worked for General Motors in Detroit while Herb was overseas. When their children were a little older, Betty worked a short while for a clothing company called Minnesota Woolen, then at Hall’s Hardware and Variety Store in Port Hope and finally at Harbor Beach Hospital in the billing department before retirement.
Name: Shirley Ann Pawlak
Age: 81
Hometown: Owendale, MI
Funeral Date: March 07, 2024
A funeral mass will be at 11:00am Thursday, March 7th at St. Agatha Catholic Church in Gagetown with Fr. Robert Pare presiding. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 2-8 Wednesday at the Champagne Funeral Chapel in Pigeon and one hour prior to the mass in church. Memorials may be made to Thumb Animal Shelter.
Shirley is survived by her children Jeffrey (Susan) of Bad Axe, Michael of Shelby Twp and Tammy (Anthony) Wolschlager of Owendale; grandchildren Ashley, Michael, Jacob (Courtney) Andriana, and Brandon (Madison); great-grandchildren Jeremy, Carmen, and Callie; siblings John (Ruth) Jaworski, Jim (Helen) Jaworski, and Jean (John) Kata; sister-in-law Renda Jaworski. She was preceded in death by her siblings Mary (Ed) Kiehl and Gerald Jaworski.
Shirley Ann Pawlak, 81, of Owendale, passed away Sunday, March 3, 2024 at Covenant Cooper Hospital in Saginaw. Shirley was born July 18, 1942 at home in Chandler Twp to the late Matthew and Amy (Carson) Jaworski. She was in the Laker High School Class of 1962. She married Joseph Pawlak on August 17, 1963 at St. Columbkille Catholic Church; he preceded her in death on January 29, 2012. Upon getting married they lived on a farm in Grant Twp where she raised her family. She was a member of Our Lady of Consolata Parish. She enjoyed playing cards, reading, going to the casino, and watching Detroit sports teams.
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