Name: David P. Schafer
Age: 53
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: October 24, 2014
Date of Birth: September 03, 1961
Date of Passing: October 20, 2014
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Funeral services will be conducted 1:00 PM Friday, October 24, at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church. Rev. Rodney Schwab, pastor will officiate with burial in Riverside Cemetery, Elkton. Friends may call at the Champagne Funeral Chapel, Elkton from 2 to 8 PM Thursday, and at the church after 12 noon Friday. Memorial gifts may be directed to Trinity Lutheran Church and words of condolence may be shared at www.cfcelkton.com.
Surviving are his parents, Donald and Elaine Schafer of Elkton; his brother, Donald Jr. (Patty) Schafer of Mt. Pleasant; three sisters, Debora (Dave) Jaworski of Bad Axe, Dianne Schafer of Elkton and Dawn Schafer of Elkton and her finance’, Jeff Schmidt; aunts and uncles, Robert (Shelia) Schafer, Shirley Hill; nieces and nephews, Kelly (Ryan) Errer, Chad (Kelly) Jaworski, Adam Jaworski, Samantha (Matthew) Jezierski, Garrett Schafer(his friend, Abby Jones), Grant, Alex and Noah Schafer, Janelle, Alexia, Garrett and Mason Schmidt and cousins, Ken and Kim Hill, Andrea and Billy Murawski and their children, Katelyn, Molly, Mitchell, Matthew and Ellen.
David P. Schafer, age 53 of Bad Axe received his wings, Monday October 20, as he was called home by our Lord. He was born September 3, 1961, in Bad Axe to Donald and Elaine (Hill) Schafer, grew up in Elkton and was a 1980 graduate of Laker High School. David worked many years at Axly Tool, Bad Axe. He then became a CENA and worked at the Huron County Medical Care Facility for a time, returning to the tool and die trade this time at Huron Tool, Bad Axe, until retiring in December of 2011 for health reasons. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Elkton. David loved spending time with his family, watching sports, always rooting for his favorite Michigan teams, the Lions, Tigers and U of M Wolverines. David was a gentle soul, always putting himself second to those he loved most. The love in his heart for his parents, family and friends went beyond understanding.
Name: ROBERT J. DUTCHER
Age: 89
Hometown: Harbor Beach
Funeral Date: October 23, 2014
Funeral Mass for Bob will be Thursday, October 23, 2014 at 11 am at Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, of the Holy Name of Mary Parish, with Fr. Edward Koniczka officiating. Cremation will follow at Sunset Valley Crematory, with Internment to take place at New Bay Port Cemetery. Visitation for Bob will be Wednesday, October 22, 2014 from 4-8pm at the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Visitation on Thursday will be at the church beginning at 10 am until time of services at 11 am. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com
Bob is survived by his brother Jerry Dutcher of Hope, sisters: Sarah Sprague of Bay Port and Jean Gunther of Caro, and his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother John Dutcher, and sister June Dutcher.
ROBERT J. DUTCHER, age 89 of Harbor Beach, passed away Sunday, October 19, 2014 at Scheurer Hospital in Pigeon. He was born on August 11, 1925 in Bay Port to the late John and Elizabeth (Lambert) Dutcher. He and Francia Ginebra were united in marriage on July 1, 1954 in the Dominican Republic. She preceded him in death on April 14, 2014. Bob served in the US Marine Corps during World War II. Bob also graduated from the University of Detroit. Bob worked as a Construction Manager for Alcoa Construction all over the world including: Dominican Republic, Iowa, Indiana, South America, Pennsylvania, Mexico, Pittsburgh, Trinidad and Brazil. He was a member of the Harbor Beach Rotary Club where he was a Past President, Treasurer for many years, and was a Paul Harris Fellow. He also was a past Captain of the USCG Auxiliary in Maine and Michigan. He enjoyed flying radio controlled airplanes, golfing and fishing.
Name: ROBERT F. SCHAVE
Age: 74
Hometown: Port Hope, MI
Funeral Date: October 22, 2014
Date of Birth: February 15, 1940
Date of Passing: October 19, 2014
Funeral Home: Ramsey Funeral Home
Funeral Services for Bob will be Wednesday, October 22, 2014 at 1pm at the St. John Lutheran Church of Port Hope, with Rev. Henry Hales officiating. Burial will follow in Lakeview Cemetery. Visitation for Bob will be on Wednesday, at the church from 10 am until time of services at 1 pm. Arrangements are being handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com
He is survived by his wife Linda Schave of Port Hope, and children: Greg Schave and his wife Denee of Port Hope, Rhonda King of Port Hope, and Todd Schave and his wife Tammy of Port Hope, 8 grandchildren, and brothers: Ken Schave and his wife Janet of Port Hope, Gary Schave of Port Hope, and sister-in-law Nancy Schave of New York. Bob was preceded in death by a brother Donald Schave and sister-in-law Joyce Schave.
ROBERT F. SCHAVE, age 74 of Port Hope, passed away Sunday, October 19, 2014 at St. Mary’s Medical Center in Saginaw, Michigan. He was born on February 15, 1940 in Port Hope to the late Floyd and Frieda (Schubring) Schave. Bob Served in the US Army from 1958 until 1961, serving in the Korean Conflict. He and Linda Breskey were united in marriage on November 2, 1963 in Port Hope. Bob was a member of St. John Lutheran Church of Port Hope and a life member of the AmVets of Port Hope. Bob loved running his backhoe, and enjoyed working on crossword puzzles and spending time with family and friends.
Name: Francis Schultz Sr.
Age: 84
Hometown: Pinnebog
Funeral Date: October 23, 2014
Date of Birth: January 11, 1930
Date of Passing: October 19, 2014
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
A mass of Christian burial will take place on 11:00 a.m. Thursday, October 23, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Fr. Robert Howe officiating. Visitation will be held Wednesday, October 22, from 2:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the MacAlpine Funeral Home with scripture service at 7:00 p.m. and Knights of Columbus service at 7:30 p.m.; and on Thursday, at the church, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Memorials may be offered to the Family Discretionary Fund. Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Frank married the love of his life, Elaine Rose Mousseau on January 28, 1956 at St. Edward’s Catholic Church. They loved and raised five children: Francis of Bad Axe, Bob of Chesapeake, Virginia; Mark (Carolyn) of Bad Axe, Dan (Lori) of Orange Park, Florida; and Mary Ann (Bruce) Messing of Bad Axe. Blessed with fifteen grandchildren: Jason, Levi (Jessica), Rachelle Schultz; Savannah Schultz, Jodie Smith; Jennifer (Robert) Niec, Crystal Schultz, Kim (Dave) Roland, Brandon (Kylee) Schultz, Josh (Chrissy) Schultz, Shannon, Sabrina, Samantha Schultz, and Morgan and Hannah Messing. An extra blessing is his nine great-grandchildren: Xavier, Lydia, twins Edison and Sylvia, Cole, Tucker, Peyton, Miller and Eli. He is also survived by his sister, Mary Powers of Roseville, Michigan; brothers-in-law Maurice, Dave (Betty), Jerome (Diane), Joe (Theresa), Larry (Kathy), Dan (Jennifer); sisters-in-law Georgina Blach and Susanne (Tom) Stahl; and many beloved nieces and nephews. Also surviving is his feline companion, Lucky, who will truly miss him. Frank was preceded in death by brothers, Hubert, Lawrence and his infant brothers Cornelius and Timothy and his sister Catherine.
The Lord invited Francis (Frank) Schultz Sr. to Heaven on October 19, 2014, and Frank accepted this call and left his earth family to join his family in eternity. Frank was born on January 11, 1930 to the late Catherine (McCarren) and Hubert Schultz in their family home on Steibe Road in Pinnebog, Michigan. He was baptized at St. Felix Catholic Church and served the Lord at Masses as an altar boy. He attended rural school in Pinnebog. Frank’s high school years were spent at Bad Axe High School, where he graduated in 1947. Frank was a Liquid Fuel Distributer, owner of Schultz Oil Company. Frank was a dedicated member of the Knights of Columbus, Council #1546 for sixty-five years. He served as a treasurer for twenty-seven years and served as Grand Knight for two years. He was the last surviving member of the Fourth Degree Bishop Babcock Assembly #0487. Frank was also an active member of VFW post 116 in Bad Axe for the last seventeen years. Frank was also a longtime member of the Lions Club. Frank served in the U.S. Army from 1952-1954 during the Korean War. He was a parishioner at Sacred Heart – St. Hubert Parish of Bad Axe, serving as an usher, lector, Eucharistic Minister as well as on the Parish Council in the year’s past. Frank served his community as an executive associate with MacAlpine Funeral Home in Bad Axe for 20 years, always there to open the door, take you by the hand and make sure you felt welcome. A special part of MacAlpine’s has been missing since his retirement in 2012. Frank’s greatest joy in life was being surrounded by his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Frank enjoyed traveling with his wife, Elaine on his many Korean War Veteran reunions throughout the U.S., even hosting one here in Bad Axe. Frank loved his trips to Hawaii, Las Vegas, and Italy. He also enjoyed his winter breaks in Florida where he learned to swim at the age of seventy! Frank will be truly missed by his family, friendly neighbors Frank and Shirley Delpiere, Lowell and Beth McDonald, and Paul and Cathy Lerash.
Name: Mildred M. Britt Schuette
Age: 73
Hometown: Pigeon
Funeral Date: October 23, 2014
Date of Birth: February 07, 1941
Date of Passing: October 18, 2014
Funeral Home: Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home
The Funeral Service will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 23, 2014 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, with Rev. James A. Gorsegner, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Those wishing to give a memorial donation may consider the Myelodysplastic Syndromes Foundation, the Pigeon Lions Club, or St. John’s Lutheran Church. Memories may be shared online at meyersieckbussemafuneralhome.com VISITATION AT MEYERSIECK-BUSSEMA FUNERAL HOME, PIGEON: Tuesday, October 21 6 – 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 22 2 – 8:00 p.m. AND AT ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, PIGEON: Thursday, October 23 10:00 a.m. until the service at 11 a.m.
She is survived by three children, Todd and Connie Schuette of Bay Port, Tim and Mary Jo Schuette of Pigeon, and Julia Schuette and companion Marc Bernier of Brooklyn, New York; five grandchildren: Jessica and Jeff Zarnke, Kacie Schuette, Michael Schuette, Peter Schuette, and Marc Schuette; two great-grandchildren, Aubrey and Austin Zarnke; sisters, Jeannie Hatlas of Owendale and Colleen (Jerry) Chaplinski of Filion; brother, Arthur (Laurie) Britt of Caseville; in-laws, Noel (Ron) Wichert, Harvey (Doris) Schuette, and Diane Schuette, all of Pigeon, and Lorraine Metzger of Owendale; uncle and aunt, Phil and Violet Musselman; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by an infant daughter Christine; and in-laws, Genevieve Schuette Buschlen and Arnold Schuette, Jr.
Mildred M. Britt Schuette, 73 of Pigeon, passed away Saturday, October 18, 2014 at Covenant Cooper Hospital in Saginaw. Born in Sebewaing on February 7, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Charlotte (Musselman) Britt, and graduated from Pigeon High School. On November 1, 1958 she was united in marriage to Orville Charles Schuette at the First Methodist Church in Pigeon. They had been married 52 years when Orville passed away on November 27, 2010. Mildred was a proud and enthusiastic supporter of her home community of Pigeon. She enjoyed golfing and was a member of Scenic Golf & Country Club. She was a member of the Pigeon Jaycettes, and was an active supporter of the Pigeon Lions Club for many years. Along with her husband Orville, she owned the Pigeon IGA Foodliner since 1975, and after his death, continued to be active in the business until illness prevented her from doing so. Mildred was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Pigeon.
Name: Gloria Aldis
Age: 50
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: October 25, 2014
Date of Birth: December 04, 1963
Date of Passing: October 14, 2014
Funeral Home: Kaufman Funeral Home
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2014 at 11 am. at the Victory in Christ Community Church in Bad Axe. Friends may call at the church on Saturday, October 25, 2014 from 10 am. until the service time at 11 am. Arrangements by the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe.
Survived by: husband-Howard Aldis of Bad Axe 1 daughter-Nichole Aldis of Elkton 3 sons-Wayne Aldis of Ubly David Aldis of Bad Axe Eric Aldis of Bad Axe mother-Lucille Gusa of Minden City mother-in-law-Ella Mae Allen 2 brothers-Rich (Annette) Gusa of Ruth Andrew (Jeanne) Gusa Jr. of Ubly 1 sister-Marge Howard of Palms her loving granddaughter-Larissa Dorsch of Kinde. Predeceased by: father-Andrew Gusa 2 brothers-Joseph Gusa and Donald Gusa 2 sisters-Shirley Gusa and Linda Queen.
Gloria Aldis, age 50, of Bad Axe, passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on December 4, 1963 in Harbor Beach. She married Howard Aldis on August 25, 1984 in Parisville. Gloria had a fondness for blue herons and for worshiping the Lord through music and through scripture. She enjoyed gardening, stain glassing, walking through the woods looking for morel mushrooms and asparagus, and spending time with her children, granddaughter, & friends.
Name: Ann Goniwicha
Age: 65
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: October 17, 2014
Services will be held on Friday, October 17, 2014 at 4 pm. at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe. Friends may call at the Kaufman Funeral Home on Thursday from 4-8 pm. or Friday from 12 pm. until the service time at 4 pm. Memorials may be offered to Hearland Hospice or to Courtney Manor.
Survived by: husband-Peter Goniwicha of Bad Axe, 1 son- Michael Goniwicha of Clinton Township 1 daughter-Traci Lombardi of Auburn Hills 1 cousin-Julie Skerbec 3 grandchildren-Brandon Goniwicha of Eastpointe, Nicolas Lombardi of Auburn Hills,Kaden Goniwicha of Eastpointe. Predeceased by: 1 brother-Carl Perry
Ann Goniwicha, age 65, of Bad Axe, passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at Huron Medical Center in Bad Axe. She was born on May 28, 1949 in Bad Axe, daughter of the late Wilmer and Jane (Prosser) Perry. She married Peter Goniwicha on June 6, 1970 in St. Joseph Catholic Church in Rapson. Ann enjoyed sewing, ceramics, cards, casino bus trips, and spending time with her family, grandchildren, and friends.
Name: Eleanor E. Nickles
Age: 94
Hometown: Harbor Beach, MI
Funeral Date: October 17, 2014
Funeral Services for Eleanor will be Friday, October 17, 2014 at 2 pm at the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Burial will follow in Rock Falls Cemetery. Visitation for Eleanor will be on Friday beginning at 10 am until time of services at 2pm. Memorials can be given to the Juvenile Diabetes Association. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com
Eleanor is survived by her children: Mary Ann Eggert and her husband Robert of Caro, Patricia Siewert of Bay City, four grandchildren: Terry Eggert, Debra McLeod, Greg and Judy Eggert, and Rebecca and Brad Hoffman, 6 great grandchildren: Donald and Tracy McLeod Jr., Anthony McLeod, Jonathan McLeod, Theron Eggert, Cheyanne Hoffman and Jenavieve Hoffman, and many beloved nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Anthony, and siblings: Louis, William, Viola, John Will, Norman Will, Woodrow Will, Emma Winkel, Lucy Long, Melvin Will, Elmer Will, Ruth moeller, and Walter Will.
She was born on March 4, 1920 in Harbor Beach to the late Henry and Lena (Schnell) Will. Eleanor and Anthony Nickles were united in marriage on October 15, 1938 in Harbor Beach. He preceded her in death on October 4, 2007. Eleanor worked as a clerk at The Dime Store, and then Gambles for many years. She enjoyed playing euchre and cards, sewing, quilting, and going to garage sales. She loved to spend time visiting with friends and family.
Name: Arthur John Pechette
Age: 69
Hometown: Port Austin
Funeral Date: October 18, 2014
Date of Birth: October 08, 1945
Date of Passing: October 14, 2014
Funeral Home: Charles Step Funeral Home
Visitation Friday October 17th from 1-8 pm with Funeral Service Saturday 11 am at Charles R. Step Funeral Home, 18425 Beech Daly Road. Redford, MI 48240 (between 6 & 7 Mile). Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery, Livonia. Contributions to Our Lady of Loretto Church would be appreciated. Condolences to CharlesStepFuneralHome.com
Son of the late Pete and Geraldine Pechette. Brother of Jeri (Wayne) Ferriby, Ken (Fran) Pechette, and the late Pete. Also leaves nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends.
Pechette, Arthur John. Age 69. Born October 8, 1945. Originally From Port Austin. Beloved husband of Jeannie. Dear father of Justin, Nick (Emily) Pechette, and Josh Hancock. Loving grandfather of 7. Member Plumbers Local Union 98 for 17 years and GM American Axle and Power Train for 29 years.
Name: Bessie Lauretta Kirsch
Age: 70
Hometown: Port Hope, MI.
Funeral Date: October 18, 2014
Date of Birth: February 01, 1944
Date of Passing: October 13, 2014
Funeral Home: Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home
Bess’s family wish to invite all those who knew and loved her to a memorial mass at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 18, 2014 at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Holy Name of Mary Parish in Helena, MI with Father William Spencer officiating and dinner to follow at the Parish Center. Care has been entrusted to the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly. Please visit www.smigielskifuneralhomes.com to express your sympathy and sign the guest book for Bess’s family.
Bess is survived by her husband, Donald, and their children, Thomas and Bridget Kirsch of Harbor Beach; Larry Kirsch of Washington D.C.; Laurie Kirsch and Matthew Sprecher of Washington Township, MI; Patrick and Satoko Kirsch of Osaka, Japan; and Wendy and Paul Siemen of Grand Blanc, MI. Grandchildren include Dustin (Sylinia), Terrance (Carolyn Enck), Amanda (Brandon Haney), Luke and Jacob Kirsch; Meg Kirsch and Bryce & Madison Wagner; Mackenzie, Sophie and Luca Sprecher; Taro and Hana Kirsch; Clara Bess Siemen; and great-grandchildren Jagur and Lucas. Bess is also survived by her brother Lloyd (Betty) Schumacher and sisters Arlene Martin and Jane (Ronald) Volmering and sister-in-law Jacqueline Volmering. Bess was predeceased by her son Terrance; daughter-in-law, Stacy Kirsch; brother, Thomas Schumacher; sister, Ann Uicker and brother-in-laws Richard Martin and Raymond Volmering.
Mrs. Bessie Lauretta Kirsch passed away Monday, October 13, 2014, encircled by her husband and children at her home in Port Hope, MI. Bess’s positive outlook on life remained throughout her cancer diagnosis, and she was quick to say she lived a good life as she reflected on her 70 years. She was born on February 2, 1944 in Harbor Beach, MI, the daughter of the late Raymond and Laura Schumacher. Bess attended the Pumpkin Center Country School and Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic School of Ruth, MI and Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic School of Harbor Beach and graduated from Harbor Beach High School in 1961 as a member of the first class to graduate in the school’s new gymnasium. On February 3, 1962, Bess and Donald Kirsch were joined in joyful matrimony at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Ruth. In their 52 loving years of marriage, they raised 6 children on their sheep farm in Sherman Township before moving to Port Hope in 1995 where she spent countless hours gardening and was known for living ‘in the house with all of the flowers.' Gardening was one of Bess’s talents; she was also an excellent cook who welcomed everyone to the table and a well-read and interesting conversationalist who loved to take pictures at family gatherings. Family and friends of Bess had a standing invitation to her annual Fourth of July picnic where the food was always plentiful and the town’s parade could be seen from the front yard.
Name: Ronald E. Babisch
Age: 71
Hometown: Grant Township
Funeral Date: October 15, 2014
Date of Birth: August 21, 1943
Date of Passing: October 12, 2014
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Funeral services will be conducted 1:00 PM Wednesday, October 15, at the Community Wesleyan Church, Elkton. Bishop Scott Tysick will officiate with cremation to follow. The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM until the time of services at the church. Words of condolence may be shared at www.cfcelkton.com and memorials may be directed to the family.
Surviving are his wife, Nancy; children, Lynn (Mike) Capehart of Fenton, Eric Babisch of Hermosa Beach, CA, Shanna (Ricardo) Gomez of Caro, Jerome (Nicole) Bouverette of Caro and Dustin Bouverette of Swartz Creek; 17 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren and his brother, Richard (Fran) Babisch of Shelby Twp. Preceding him in death were three children, Ronald Jr., Christopher and Lori Lynn Babisch and a grandson, Joshua Pachecho.
Ronald E. Babisch age 71, of Grant Twp near Owendale died Sunday evening, October 12, at Scheurer Hospital, Pigeon. He was born August 21, 1943 in Warren Twp. Macomb Co. to the late Peter and Sophie (Sendrovicz) Babisch. Ron grew up in the Warren area, working at Massey-Ferguson and later driving truck. He moved to Owendale in the early eighties and started Babisch Home Maintenance, a small construction company. In 2003, he retired for health reasons. On November 28, 1987, he was united in marriage to Nancy L. (Mosey) Bouverette at Faith Gospel Tabernacle near Bad Axe and made their home in Grant Twp. Ron was a man of God and a minister as well. He traveled as an evangelist and also filled the need for ministry at both the Huron and Tuscola County jails spreading the faith to those inside. He enjoyed woodworking, fishing with the kids, mission projects, helping others and especially family time.
Name: Grace Peter Morgan
Age: 74
Hometown: Ubly
Funeral Date: October 17, 2014
Date of Birth: April 07, 1940
Date of Passing: October 12, 2014
Funeral Home: Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home
The funeral service for Grace will be 11 am, Friday, October 17 at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Bad Axe. Pastor Kenneth Lueke will officiate. Burial will be in the Valley Cemetery in Ubly. Visitation will be at the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly on Thursday from 2:00-8:00 pm and Friday from 10:00-11:00 am at the church only. Grace loved anything that grew in the earth. In Lieu of flowers, her family has requested a tree be planted in Grace’s memory. Please visit www.smigielskifuneralhomes.com to express your sympathy and sign the guest book for Grace’s family.
Grace is survived by four children, Dan Peter and his wife, Anna of Circle, Montana, Ella Weltin and her husband, Dean of Ubly, Carol Thurmond and her husband, David of Westland, Janet Soper and her husband, Bert of Emmett; eight grandchildren, Brandy Montesinos and her husband, Josue` of Bad Axe, Bianca Weltin of Royal Oak, Joshua Thurmond of Westland, Jessica Willing and her husband, Nick of Yale, Bert Alan Soper and his wife, Corey of Emmett, Michael Peter of Billings, Montana, David Peter of Havre, Montana, Eric Peter of Circle, Montana; three great grandchildren, Landen Soper, Hannah Montesinos and Kadence Willing; three brothers, Don Stambaugh and his wife, Deanna of Sydney Montana, Gary Stambaugh and his wife, Sharon of Bad Axe, Gene Stambaugh and his wife, Judy of Bad Axe; many nieces and nephews. Grace was preceded in death by her first husband and father of her children, Melvin Peter; her second husband, Lowell Morgan; one brother, Bryce Stambaugh; one granddaughter, Sarah Thurmond, many brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.
Mrs. Grace Peter Morgan, 74 of Ubly, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 12, 2014 at Covenant Harrison in Saginaw with her loving family by her side. She was born on April 7, 1940 in Ubly to the late Adelbert and Murneta (Cranston) Stambaugh. She married Melvin Peter on August 26, 1961 in Ubly. He preceded her in death on August 5, 1994. Grace was a 1959 graduate of Ubly High School. She farmed with her family all of her life. She worked at Dibbles and Gemini Plastics for a few years and was very proud of the jobs she performed. Grace was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Bad Axe. She also attended services and numerous activities at the Bad Axe Free Methodist Church. Grace always enjoyed her social life and loved to entertain and cook. No one was allowed to leave her house without being fed. She enjoyed quilting and playing games, especially card games of any kind. Grace enjoyed travelling and was very proud that she only missed visiting a few states before she was called home. Grace loved her family and friends and truly cherished being called “Mom” by many local kids. She lived for adventure, fun and nurturing the earth beneath her feet. She was loved and will be missed dearly until we all are reunited again.
Name: Marjorie E. Dickinson
Age: 78
Hometown: Cass City, MI
Funeral Date: November 09, 2014
Funeral service held 2:00 p.m. Sunday, November 9, 2014 in Cass City United Methodist Church, MI with Rev. Jackie Roe officiating. Interment will be in Elkland Township Cemetery. Pallbearers for Mrs. Dickinson will be her nieces and nephews: Kevin and Clarice Robinson, Becky and Kevin O'Connor, and Larry and Sharon Robinson. Memorials may be made to Cass City United Methodist Church or Bay Shore Camp, MI. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and stories with the family at www.kranzfuneralhome.com. Visitation: 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, October 15, 2014 in Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City, MI.
Marjorie is survived by her children: Daniel (Janelle) Dickinson of Cass City, Elizabeth Dickinson of Holland, Jane (Del) Kostanko of Woodland; grandchildren: Curtis, Macy, Lauren, Samuel and Lilia; several nieces and nephews; brother-in-law, Richard (Mary Lee) Turner. She is preceded in death by her brother, Daniel East.
Marjorie E. Dickinson, 78, of Cass City,MI died following a short illness Saturday, October 11, 2014 in United Hospice of Marlette Residence Center, Marlette, MI. She was born April 18, 1936 in Richmond, MI to Merle and Gertrude (Evans) East. She married Curtis Harlan Dickinson July 6, 1957 in Richmond, MI. He died October 17, 2006. As a co-op student Marge worked for General Telephone Company as a telephone operator. After graduation from Richmond High School in 1953 she was transferred to Cass City, MI and became the Chief Operator. Marjorie left General Telephone in 1962 when they converted to a dial system. She chose to stay home and begin her family. In 1978 Marjorie took a job with Pinney State Bank as a teller and worked until her retirement in 1993. She was a very active member of Cass City United Methodist Church and Trinity United Methodist before that. At one time she was director of Christian Education and has been an active member of United Methodist Women. Marjorie enjoyed coin collecting, gardening, knitting and many various crafts. She enjoyed baking but not cooking. When the family was young they shared many great camping trips making wonderful memories for her children. Marjorie was an avid Detroit Tiger Baseball fan and loved watching the grandchildren's sports events.
Name: Edward C. Janke
Age: 86
Hometown: Sebewaing, MI
Funeral Date: October 15, 2014
Date of Birth: February 29, 1928
Date of Passing: October 11, 2014
Funeral Home: Juengel & Mellendorf Funeral Home
Visitation will be Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at Juengel & Mellendorf Funeral Home in Sebewaing from 2-8pm. The funeral service will be Wednesday, October 15, 2014 at St. John Lutheran Church (Kilmanagh). Visitation will begin at the church at 10am until the time of service at 11am. Burial will take place at St. John Lutheran Cemetery in Sebewaing. Memorial donations may be given to St. John Lutheran Church or the charity of your choice. Share a memory at www.jmfuneralhome.com
Edward is survived by his children: Mark (Mary Ann) Janke of Sebewaing, Lee (Heather) Janke of Colorado, Alan (Kathleen) Janke of Vassar and Jill (Wayne) Sheldon of Belmont; 6 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; sisters: Nelda Gnagey and Marlene Brewster; and many nieces and nephews. Edward is preceded in death by his wife, Norma; and brother, Kenneth Janke.
Edward C. Janke, age 86, of Sebewaing, passed away Saturday, October 11, 2014 at his home. Edward was born February 29, 1928 in Brookfield Twp., the son of the late Herman and Bertha (Menzel) Janke. On September 6, 1952 he married Norma Pommerenke at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Sebewaing. She preceded him in death on February 9, 1991. Edward enjoyed bowling, farming, talking about farming, crop checking and watching the Detroit Tigers.
Name: Eunice M. Leitch
Age: 81
Hometown: Chandler Township
Funeral Date: October 15, 2014
Date of Birth: May 15, 1933
Date of Passing: October 11, 2014
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Funeral services will be conducted 11:00 AM Wednesday, October 15, at the Champagne Funeral Chapel, Elkton. Rev. Michael Goforth, pastor of Calvary Baptist Church, Caseville will officiate with burial in Chandler Twp. cemetery. Friends may call from 2 to 9 PM Tuesday and 10 AM Wednesday. Memorial gifts may be directed to the family and words of condolence may be shared at www.cfcelkton.com.
Surviving are four children, Diane (Gary) Haley of Elkton, Jim (Sheila) Leitch of Elkton, Gerald Leitch of Bad Axe and Vickie (Gary) Forster of Kilmanagh; grandchildren, Jim (Gail) Leitch, Shelley (Tom) Stilson, Gena (Bryan Prill) Leitch, Heith (Angie) Forster, Sara (Brian) Lubeski, Jeff (Brandi) Haley, Gary (Mandy Harmer) Haley, Dustin Forster, Erica (Jamie) Stein, David Haley and Elizabeth Leitch; great grandchildren, Amy, Jimmy and Tyler Leitch, Ashley, Brooklyn and Brittany Stilson, Bailey VanValkenburgh, Gavin Prill, Corbin and Courtney Forster, Isaac, Oliver and KayLynn Haley, Alivia Lubeski and Allen Haley; siblings, Anna Marie Krohn of Elkton, Selma (Bob) Thiel of McKinley Twp., Carolyn Champagne of Bad Axe, Ila Waller of Clinton Twp and Jack Schubach of Sand Point; brothers-in-law, Johnny (Vernie)Leitch of Walled Lake and Daniel Leitch of Bay Port and many nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were a son, Gary “Judge”, grandson, Ethan Haley, five brothers-in-law, Eugene, Harry, William, Norman and James Leitch and three sisters-in-law, Barbara Hayes, Myrtle Gebauer and Angeline Gardner.
Eunice M. Leitch, 81, of Chandler Twp. died Saturday evening, October 11, at Courtney Manor, Bad Axe. She was born May 15, 1933 in McKinley Twp. at the home of her parents, the late Stanley and Florence (Fritz) Schubach. On January 6, 1951, she was united in marriage to Oliver Leitch in Angola, Indiana. They lived in Pontiac while Oliver was employed at Pontiac Motors. In 1960, they moved back to Huron County settling near Elkton where they raised their family. Eunice enjoyed Tiger baseball, playing cards, cooking and canning. She helped harvesting the apple crop, gathering the honey from their bees and in the spring getting the sap to make real maple syrup. But most of all, she loved being with their children, grandchildren, family and friends. Oliver preceded her in death December 8, 2011.
Name: Thelma B. Moore
Age: 90
Hometown: Harbor Beach, MI
Funeral Date: October 25, 2014
Date of Birth: February 16, 1924
Date of Passing: October 10, 2014
Funeral Home: Ramsey Funeral Home
Cremation has taken place with a memorial service to be held on Saturday, October 25, 2014 at 12:30 pm at the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Dinner will immediately follow at the American Legion Hall of Harbor Beach.
Thelma is survived by her brother George E. (Elva) Wadlow of Grafton, Il, sister Peggy (Gene) Ridenbark of Fieldon, IL, sister Suzy (Robert) Schmitz of Jerseyville, IL. She is also survived by children: daughter Jackie Cady of Harbor Beach, son Robert (Judy) Weller of Emmett, Judith Ovick of Port Huron, daughters: Sandy (John) Polkowski of Bethel, CT, Rebecca Bird of Houston, TX, step-daugthers: Lois (Loland) Fortenberry of Lambertville, Lorraine (Charles) Monroe of Clio and step-son Thomas (Debbie) Moore of Linden. She is survived by many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by brother Stewart Wadlow, sister Opal Molohan, and sister Anne DeSherlia, step-daughter Linda Arnold, Son-in-law James Ovick, son Timothy French, Daughter Cynthia Syzdlowski, Lona Grillos and grandsons Tyler Moore, George Ovick and John Polkowski.
Thelma B. Moore, age 90 of harbor Beach, passed away Friday, October 10, 2014 at Lakeview Extended Care and Rehab Center of the Harbor Beach Community Hospital. She was born in Jersey County, Illinois in 1924. She was the daughter of the late George and Irene (Cope) Wadlow. Thelma married Clare Moore on May 30, 1975 in Flint, where she resided until 2010. Clare preceded her in death in November 1996. Thelma enjoyed traveling, fishing, gardening, cooking and sewing along with spending time with her family.
Name: Robert W. Emming
Age: 79
Hometown: Harbor Beach, MI
Funeral Date: October 13, 2014
Funeral mass for Bob will be Monday, October 13, 2014 at Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, of the Holy Name of Mary Parish, at 11 am, with Fr. William Spencer officiating. Burial will follow in St. Anthony’s Church Cemetery. Visitation for Bob will Sunday from 1-9pm at the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Visitation for Bob on Monday will be at the funeral home from 10 am until 10:30 am. A Knights of Columbus Rosary Service will take place Sunday at 7pm followed by a Parish Vigil Service. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com
He is survived by his wife Arlene Emming of Harbor Beach, and Children: Mary Cook and her husband Gary of Ruth, Joann Talaski and her husband Russ of Harbor Beach, David Emming of Harbor Beach, Dean Emming and his wife Carrie of Minden City, and Dale Emming and his wife Jenny of Harbor Beach. 10 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Bob is also survived by his brothers: Leo and Donna Emming of Ruth, Leonard and Linda Emming of Harbor Beach, Marvin and Regina Emming of Ruth and sisters: Shirley and Leo Holdwick of Ruth, Mary Lou and Damon Wolczak of Ohio, Judy Emming of Tennessee, marlene and Gary Geiger of Harbor Beach, and Susan and Terry aren of Romulus. Sisters-in-law Rose Ann Emming of Ruth, and Pat Emming of Harbor Beach, and brother-in-law Lawrence Kranz of Harbor Beach, and many nieces and nephews. Bob was preceded in death by his brothers Melvin Emming, Joe Emming and Raymond Emming, and sister Delores Kranz.
He was born on July 6, 1935 in Ruth to the late Bernard and Alma (Tenbusch) Emming. He and Arlene Holdwick were united in marriage on June 1, 1957 in St. Anthony’s Church in Helena. Bob owned and operated a trucking company for many years. Bob was a member of Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church of the Holy Name of Mary Parish and the Knights of Columbus. Bob enjoyed playing softball and being manager of the Fosters Bar Softball Team. Bob thoroughly enjoyed playing euchre, gambling at the casinos, and making the famous Bob Emming Sausage. He loved to spend time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Name: Karen Kivel
Age: 69
Hometown: Harbor Beach, MI
Funeral Date: October 12, 2014
A memorial service for Karen will take place Sunday at 3 pm at the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. A gathering of friends will take place from 2pm until time of services at 3pm. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com
Karen is survived by her children: Tammi Runyon of Warren, Kelli Copeland of Harbor Beach, Daniel Copeland of Harbor Beach and Kandi Kivel of Bad Axe, 15 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Larry Kivel and sister Sharon O’Henley.
She was born on July 2, 1945 in Cass City to the late Orville and Ruby (Dickinson) Kivel. Karen worked as a Certified Nurse’s Aide for Many years at the Harbor Beach Community Hospital. She enjoyed reading, sewing, and yard work, always keeping up with the flowers. She especially loved spending time with her family and grandchildren. Karen was a member of the Community of Christ Church.
Name: Edward Louis Detgen
Age: 89
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: October 11, 2014
Date of Birth: February 19, 1925
Date of Passing: October 09, 2014
Funeral Home: Kaufman Funeral Home
Services will be held on Saturday, October 11, 2014 at 11am at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Bad Axe. Officiating will be Rev. Kenneth Lueke, pastor. Burial will be in Colfax Cemetery. Friends may call at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe Friday 2-8pm or Saturday at the church from 10am until the service time at 11am. Memorials may be offered to Our Savior Lutheran Church.
Ed is pre-deceased by his son, Vern Detgen; parents Louis and Mamie Detgen; sisters, Helen Kautz and Evelyn Penfold; and brother, Ernie Detgen.Ed is survived by his wife Hilda, daughters Gretchen, Kathy and Karen (John) Flynn; grandson Michael (Angie) Johnson and children Madelyn and Sam; granddaughter Amy Johnson Eifert and daughters, Emily, Sarah and Erin; grandson Nathan (Brooke) Detgen and children Nora and Elise; grandson Ryan Flynn; granddaughters Kara and Sydney Flynn and sister, Darlene Shuart of Bad Axe.
Edward Louis Detgen, 89, of Bad Axe passed away October 9, 2014 due to complications from pneumonia. He was born on February 19, 1925 in Port Hope. Ed married Hilda on June 29 1946 at Grindstone City Methodist Church. He was a hard-working, good hearted, upstanding gentleman. He was a welder in his early years until farming became the bread and butter for his family. Ed planted roots on the “farm on the bend of the road” that brought children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family, friends and strangers coming back for years. He was loved by all who knew him and will be deeply missed. We picture him passing to the other side and saying “well I’ll be darned!”
Name: Sharon Ann O Cull
Age: 64
Hometown: Port Austin, MI
Funeral Date: October 10, 2014
Date of Birth: December 07, 1949
Date of Passing: October 08, 2014
Funeral Home: Gage Chapel, MacAlpine Funeral Home
Funeral services will be held 11 A.M. Friday, October 10th at MacAlpine Funeral Gage Chapel in Kinde with Nancy Bitterling officiating. Burial will be held at New River Cemetery in Port Austin. Visitation will be from 2 P.M. to 8 P.M. Thursday, October 9th at MacAlpine Funeral Gage Chapel in Kinde and from 10 A.M. till time of service Friday. Memorials may be offered to the Family Discretionary Fund. Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneral.com
Sharon is survived by her husband, Chet of 45 years; daughter Shamrock O’Cull of Kentucky; mother Bernice Bean of Port Austin; brother Albert “Chum” Hewitt of Caseville; sister Linda (Harvey) Davis of West Virginia; daughter in law Alicia Hale O’Cull and grandchildren Meredith and Carter O’Cull of Springfield, Kentucky; and several nieces and nephews. Sharon was preceded in death by her father, Al Hewitt; son Brian O’Cull; step-father Don Bean and brothers Dennis and Robert Hewitt.
Sharon Ann O’Cull, 64, of Port Austin, went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 8, 2014. Sharon was born in Port Austin on December 7, 1949 to Bernice (Yaroch) and the late Al Hewitt. On July 11, 1969, Sharon was united in marriage to Chester O’Cull at the Faith Assembly of God Church in Bad Axe. Sharon attended the United Protestant Church in Port Austin and was a member of the Thumb Two Cylinder Tractor Club. She loved to play Bingo, spending time at the U of I Club in Port Austin, going to blue grass music festivals and working in her flower garden.
Name: John E. Schmidt
Age: 79
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: October 10, 2014
Date of Birth: May 25, 1935
Date of Passing: October 08, 2014
Funeral Home: Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home
Mass of Christian burial will be 11:00 am Friday, October 10, 2014 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church of St. Hubert Parish in Bad Axe. Rev. Robert Howe, pastor will officiate. Burial will be in the Most Holy Trinity Cemetery in Smith Corners. Visitation will be from 10:00-11:00 am Friday, October 10 at Sacred Heart Church only. Care has been entrusted to the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly. Please visit www.smigielskifuneralhomes.com to express your sympathy and sign the guest book for John’s family.
John is survived by two brothers, Carl Schmidt and his wife, Joan of Fallbrook, CA, James Schmidt and his wife, Irene of Ubly; one sister, Helen Decker and her husband, Lon, of Escondido, CA; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by five brothers, Bernard, Clements, Francis, Simon and Gerald Schmidt; one sister, Evelyn Heilig and her husband, Joseph; one nephew, Charles Heilig.
Mr. John E. Schmidt (Schmitt) 79 of Bad Axe, formerly of Smith Corners, passed away Wednesday, October 8, 2014 at the Huron Medical Center of Bad Axe. John was born on May 25, 1935 in Bad Axe to the late John P. and Frances (Helewski) Schmidt. John attended the Maurer Country School. He then farmed with his family. John was a lifelong parishioner at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Smith Corners. He always had a story to tell and enjoyed telling anyone who would listen.
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