Carol Heintz

Funeral Information

Funeral service for Carol will be Friday March 6, 2026 at 1:00PM at MacAlpine Funeral Home Bad Axe. Visitation will be Friday, March 6, 2026 at 10:00Am until time of service. A cremation burial will take place in the spring. Memorials in Carol’s name may be offered to the family discretionary fund. Condolences can be shared with the family at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com

Family of the Deceased

Carol is survived by her daughters, Janel Furtado, Heidi Heintz, Autumn (Michael) Peruski, and Holly Heintz. Her beloved grandchildren; Gabreile, Bailey, Ethan, Draiden, Keilea, Kambri, Courtlan, Jailea, Kennedi, Easton, Paris, Charlotte & Stasia and six great-grandchildren.

Biography

Carol Marie Heintz 70 years old of Bad Axe, Passed away on March 2, 2026 at her home, with her family by her side. Carol was born in Grand Rapids Michigan on June 17, 1955 to the late Donald and Barbara (Holland) Rohl. She and Keith (Pete) Heintz were married July 7, 1984 and were married for 40 years. Carol enjoyed trips to the casinos, doubting on her grandchildren, giving golf cart rides, and many camping adventures. Carol will be most remembered by, her Heart of Gold, always the giver and never expecting anything in return.

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Bernard Leese

Funeral Information

Funeral Services for Ben will be Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 11 am at the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Cremation will follow. Visitation for Ben will be on Monday, from 2-7pm at the funeral home, visitation on Tuesday will begin at 10 am until time of services at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Veterans Foundation and/or the Harbor Beach local outreach program - Payable to The Anchor c/o Lighthouse Church. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com

Family of the Deceased

He is survived by his wife JoAnne Leese of Van Buren Township, children: Jennifer Wagner of Wayne, Bernard "Ben" Leese Jr of Van Buren Township, Juliet (Dale) Kupkowsky of Van Buren Township, Jill (Chuck) Guisgand of Belleville, step children: Debra (Bill) Byerley of Northern Michigan, Susan (Gary) Ross of Indiana, Linda (Bob) Gaffke of Port Hope, grandchildren: Thomas, Brooklyn, Victor, Breanna, Brett, Sophia, Dominick, Alex, Danyella, Derek, Dustin, Erin, Jesse, DeAnna, KayLee, Sara, Jennifer, 19 great grandchildren, brothers: Arnold (Judy) Leese of Lexington, Herb (Betty) Leese of Port Hope, and several nieces and nephews. Ben was preceded in death by his wife Maxine, step daughter Patricia Majeski, siblings: his twin brother Kenneth Leese, Albert (Bud) Leese, Margaret Schulte, Mildred Pease, Dorothy Warner, Wilbert Leese, Alvin Leese, Robert Leese, Caroline Ehnis and Melvin Leese

Biography

Bernard “Ben” J. Leese, age 80, formerly of Port Hope, passed away Thursday, February 26, 2026 at Hampton Manor of Van Buren, under hospice care. He was born on September 19, 1945 in Harbor Beach to the late Harold and Gertrude (Champaign) Leese. He and Maxine Guitar were united in marriage on May 27, 1972. She preceded him in death on June 25, 1994. Ben and JoAnne Jeffers were united in marriage on August 31, 1996 in Port Hope. Ben worked as a designer for Ford Motor Company for 31 years, retiring in 2000. Ben also served in the US Army during Vietnam. Ben enjoyed playing cards, watching all sports, visiting with friends and family, fishing, and could fix just about anything. He enjoyed helping people and would do anything to help a friend in need.

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Shirley Blome

Funeral Information

Funeral services for Shirley will be Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 11 am at the Free Methodist Church in Bad Axe, with burial to follow in Colfax Township Cemetery. Visitation for Shirley will be at the church, Wednesday, beginning at 10 am until time of services at 11 am. Arrangements are being handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Donations may be given to the Free Methodist Church of Bad Axe. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com

Family of the Deceased

Shirley is survived by her sister, Donna (Clare) Bechler and Betty Gretch and her good friend May Deering. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Richard Sturgis and John Blome; her son-in-law Joseph Czyzewski; brother-in-law, John Gretch, David Sturgis, and Paul Sturgis; sister-in-law Pauline Martinez; her infant brother Donald; and step-granddaughter Dana Wakefield. Shirley's warmth, humor, strong work ethic and deep love for her family will be cherished always.

Biography

Shirley (Sturgis) Blome, 91 of Elkton, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2026 at Rose Garden Senior Living surrounded by her loving family. Shirley was born on February 17, 1935 in Berkley, MI, to the late Clarence and Clara Kipfer. She graduated from Owendale High School in 1952. She was a long time member of the Free Methodist Church in Bad Axe. In her younger years, Shirley worked at Michigan Bell Telephone in the Yellow Pages department and at the Dairy Bar. She later worked at Pigeon Elementary School. A dedicated and hardworking woman, Shirley helped build and operate Sturgis Plumbing and Heating alongside her husband, Richard. Following Richard's passing in 1984, she sold the business to Shetler Plumbing and Heating and continued working there until her retirement. She also worked at Catering Connection of Bad Axe. On January 28, 1953, Shirley married Richard Sturgis. Together they buyilt a life centered on faith, family and hard work, and were blessed with four children: Linda Czyzewski, Cindy Sturgis, Wanda Sturgis, and Scott (Laui) Sturgis: and grandchildren: Joell Schlabach, Joscelyne Schlabach, Trent (Erica) Schlabach, Ashley (Todd) Stevens, Jessica (Marcus) King, and step-granddaughter: Dani (Tim) Cook. Shirley was later blessed with a second chance at love when she married John Blome on July 7, 1998. Through this marriage, she lovingly gained three stepchildren: David (Joyce Buchanan) Blome, Paul (Nancy) Blome, and John Blome; and four step grandchildren: Rachel Blome, Robert Blome, Rebecca Blome, and Ryan Blome. Shirley was the proud matriarch of a large and loving family, including thirteen great-grandchildren and eight great great grandchildren, all of whom brought her immense joy. She will be remembered for her wonderful sense of humor, playful jokes and pranks, and her fun-loving spirit. Shirley spent her winters in Florida with her daughter and grand dog Hudson. She also enjoyed cooking, quilting and baking. She was especially known for her beautiful and creative cake decorating, sharing her talents generously with family and friends for countless celebrations over the years.

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