|
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
|
Services for the recently deceased |
||
|
If you are unable to attend a service but would like to share your grief with the family, you can email us and we will pass on your condolences to the family. Jerry K. Augustus
Age 83 of Owosso passed away Friday, May 18, 2012 at Memorial Healthcare Center. Funeral Services will be held 10am Tuesday, May 22, 2012 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Reverend Russell Merrill officiating. Burial will follow at Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 2 to 8pm. Jerry was born September 30, 1928 in Ypsilanti, the son of Harold and Margaret (Schramm) Augustus. He graduated from Ypsilanti High School, class of 1946, earned an Associates degree in Business from Cleary College and served in the United States Navy. Jerry married Anna M. Spencer in Corunna, on January 8, 1982. He had been employed through the years at Mitchell Bentley, Tri-Mer Corporation and The Baptist Hospital in Florida. Jerry is survived by his wife Anna; 4 daughters Elizabeth Augustus, Peggy Murphy, Carol Augustus and Barb Kovacs; stepchildren Lennah Smith, Joe Beacham and Marty Beacham; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is predeceased by his daughter Sally Perkins, brother Tom Augustus, parents Harold and Margaret, uncle Lee Augustus and the mother of his children Priscilla Augustus. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the family. Christopher A. Martin
Age 30 of Florida, formerly of Owosso passed away Sunday, May 13, 2012. A Time of Visitation will be held at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Friday, May 18, 2012 from 4 to 8pm with prayers at 7pm. Christopher was born May 13, 1982 in Howell, Michigan, the son of Harry A. Martin and Dawn (Wilcox) Sereseroz. He graduated from Pinckney High School, class of 2000. Christopher was a Paramedic in Clearwater, Florida. He had been employed in the past by Corunna Ambulance Service and Fort Myers Ambulance Service. He is survived by his son Benjamin Christopher Martin; mother and step-father Dawn and John Sereseroz; father Harry Martin; sister Kimberly Colton; Grandmothers Dorothy Wilcox and Barbara Martin; many aunts, uncles and cousins. Christopher is predeceased by his grandfathers Harry Martin and Julius Wilcox. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the family. Jennifer F. (Ostrander) Irwin
Age 36 of Owosso left to be with her God Monday, May 14, 2012 at her home surrounded by her family. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11am Friday, May 18, 2012 at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Fr. Dave Fisher officiating. Burial will follow at St. Paul Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Wednesday from 6 to 8pm and Thursday from 2 to 8pm with a Rosary prayed at 6pm. Jennifer was born January 19, 1976 in Owosso, the daughter of Russ and Susan (Wiegel) Irwin. She graduated from Owosso High School and attended Baker College. Jennifer enjoyed shopping, dining out and watching "scary" movies. She loved her dogs Maggie, Roxie and Hannah and had a love for kids; especially Taylor and Ashlyn. She is survived by her mother Susan (Russell) Irwin; brother Brian Ostrander; 2 step-brothers Shawn and Mitchell Irwin; grandmother Fran Wiegel; special cousin and best friend Jill Burke; 3 nieces Madison, Ciara and Morgan; 2 nephews Connor and Mason; many aunts, uncles, cousins and other loving family members and friends. Jennifer is predeceased by her grandfather Ralph Wiegel and grandparents Russ (Sandy) Irwin. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the Shiawassee County Humane
Society. Betty Jean Hardwick
Age 82 of Owosso passed away on Tuesday, May 15, 2012 at Memorial Healthcare Center. Funeral Services will be held 11am Thursday, May 17, 2012 at the Cornerstone Church of God with Pastor John Hoskins officiating. Burial will take place at Great Lakes National Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Wednesday from 4 to 8pm. Betty was born January 31, 1930 in Iuka, Mississippi, the daughter of Claude A. and Molly E. (Rast) Curtis. She attended Iuka High School in Mississippi. Betty was a member of the Church of Jubilee and the Shiawassee Band Radio Club. Betty married James A. Hardwick in Corinth, Mississippi on October 4, 1945. She had been employed through the years at Universal Electric as an inspector and Stoner's Cleaners. Betty is survived by her husband James of 66 years; children Susan (Roger) Smith, Rebecca (Michael) Rubelman, Sandra Bremer, James (Laurie) Hardwick and Christopher (Yvonne) Hardwick; 15 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren. She is predeceased by her parents and a brother Claude Curtis Jr. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the Church of Jubilee. Willo C. Rickner
Age 94 of Tulsa, Oklahoma formerly of Owosso passed away on May 9, 2012 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Funeral Services will be held 11am Thursday May 17, 2012 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Pastor Roger VanDonKelaar officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 5 to 8pm. Willo was born March 14, 1918 in Genoa, Ohio, the daughter of Rolla and Mary (Otte) House. She graduated from Clay-Genoa High School in Ohio, Davis Business College in Toledo, Ohio and Bible Holiness Seminary in Owosso. She married Harold C. Rickner in Genoa, Ohio on May 24, 1941; he predeceased her on December 8, 1993. In her earlier years, she was a secretary and bookkeeper for Bible Holiness Seminary and Zondervan's. Throughout her life she assisted her husband, the Reverend Harold C. Rickner in various church pastorates in Michigan, Kentucky and Florida. She is survived by her son Dr. Thomas (Alana) Rickner of Tulsa, OK; daughter Mary Ann Morton Phoenix, AZ; three grandchildren Shelly (Michael) Kish, Jay and Steve; great- grandchildren Clair, Halie, Zenas, Kiana and Kaeleb; sister Thelma Nelson of Owosso; many nieces and nephews. Willo is predeceased by 2 sisters Lucille Smith and Leona Johnston and 2 brothers Harold and Meredith House. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society. Rachel Terry
Rachel was born on October 25, 1922 in Clarksville, Tennessee to Irwin and Juanita Swift; she graduated from Clarksville High School with the class of 1942.
Her family consists of her daughter Patti (Paul) Spagnuolo, Son Jimm
(Kathi) Terry, her grandchildren; Cara Spagnuolo and fiancé Justin
Dobie, Nicholas Spagnuolo, Jessica Terry-Haines and Molly Terry, her
Great-Grandchildren; Rachel was predeceased by her husband, two brothers and two sisters. The family suggests Memorials to be made to the Humane Society or St.
Johns UCC. Alvin B. "Al" Church
Age 87 of Owosso went to be with his Lord Savior Saturday, May 12, 2012. Funeral Services will be held 11am Wednesday at Perry Baptist Church with Pastor Scott Dunford and Reggie Atkins co-officiating. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Tuesday from 2 to 8pm with the family present from 2 to 4pm and 6 to 8pm. Al was born October 7, 1924 in Oak Grove, MO, the son of Edward and Ressie (Owings) Church. He graduated from Oak Grove High School and attended Business School in Missouri, Michigan State University and the University of Michigan. Al was a member of Landmark Baptist Church in Haines City Florida. He looked forward to time spent reading the Bible. Al enjoyed raising animals on his small farm and was a 4-H leader. Al married Betty Nixon on November 4, 1951 in Bannister. He was a dispatcher and freight agent for the Railroad, retiring after 43 years. Al is survived by his wife Betty; children Joan Church of Lansing, Jennifer (Tom) VanWormer of Laingsburg, Greg (Robin) Church and Tim (Tammy) Church both of Owosso; 10 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; many other loving family members. He is predeceased by his parents and a brother Owen Church. Memorial Contributions are suggested to Landmark Baptist Church of
Haines City, Florida. Marilyn Jean Grace
Age 69 of Owosso passed away on Friday, May 11, 2012 at Memorial Healthcare Center. Funeral Services will be held 11am Tuesday, May 15, 2012 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Pastor James Bare officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 6 to 8pm and Monday from 2 to 8pm. Marilyn was born August 27, 1942 in Mason, the daughter of Harold and Pearl (Kilpatrick) Beacham. She was a graduate of Owosso High School, class of 1961. Marilyn enjoyed cross-stitching and tending to her flower and vegetable gardens. She loved all children and looked forward to time spent with her family. Marilyn married Robert L. Grace on August 27, 1960 at Salem Lutheran Church in Owosso; he predeceased her on July 11, 2002. She had been employed by American Record and spent 42 years running a group day care at her home. Marilyn is survived by her daughters Darlene (Ben) Brumley of Kentucky, Jane (Darren) Blakeslee of Owosso, Denice and Theresa Grace of Owosso; 7 grandchildren Amanda, Ben, Bobby, Crystal, Corey, Alex and Cody; 3 great-grandchildren Baylee, Emmit and Kingston; 3 sisters Lola Skutt of Owosso, Susan (Roy) Potter of New Lothrop and Donna (Chuck) Marble of Owosso; father Harold Beacham of Owosso; several nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her husband Robert and mother Pearl. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the Child Advocacy Center or Hospice House of Shiawassee County.
Elmore "Buck" Frink
Age 94 of Owosso was reunited with his wife Virginia, who was the love of his life on Wednesday, May 09, 2012 at his home surrounded by his family. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10am Saturday, May 12, 2012 at St. Paul Catholic Church with Fr. Nonatus officiating. Burial will follow at St. Paul Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Friday from 3 to 5pm and 6 to 8pm with a Rosary prayed at 7pm. Buck was born October 21, 1917 in Chesaning, the son of Clarence and Margaret (Richer) Frink. He graduated from Chesaning High School, the class of 1937, served in the United States Navy and was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church. He was owner and operator of Frink the Upholsterer, retiring after 55 years in business. Buck was an expert woodworker crafting things such as; tables and stools. He loved hunting; especially coon hunting with his hound dogs and he was an avid reader. Buck enjoyed dancing with his wife and spent 22 years along her side at St. Paul's Bingo. He married Virginia M. Coe on January 3, 1946 at St. Paul Catholic Church in Owosso; she predeceased him on January 30, 2012, after 66 years of marriage. Buck is survived by his children Margaret (Ralph) Frisch, Mary Ellen (James) Hart, Jean (John) French, Tom (Sandra) Frink, Jan Jo (Jerry) Fedewa, Ginger (Michael) Sweet and John (Loretta) Frink; eighteen grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. He is predeceased by his wife Virginia, his parents, 1 brother and 2 sisters. The family would like to extend a "special" thank you to Buck's in home caregivers Brenda, Tammy, Sue, Beverly and Melinda along with Memorial Healthcare Hospice. Memorial Contributions are suggested to St. Paul School. James A. "Big Jim" Crugher III
Age 46 of Owosso passed away on Monday, May 7, 2012 at his home. Funeral Services will be held 11am Friday, May 11, 2012 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Pastor John Walworth officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 4 to 8pm. Jim was born March 1, 1966 in Owosso, the son of James and Alice (Felker) Crugher II. He was a graduate of Owosso High School, class of 1984 and attended school for operating heavy equipment. Jim enjoyed fishing and hunting; especially deer, squirrels or anything that moved in the forrest. He loved just being in the outdoors. Most of all, he enjoyed socializing with his friends and family. He worked as a greens keeper for Hawk Hollow Golf Course and the Owosso Country Club along with being the co-owner operator of Owosso Bait Shop with Kevin Smith. Jim is survived by "His Old Lady" Gena Kissner; daughter Allison (Bryce) Harmon; granddaughter Joyce; sister Anne Felker; many aunts, uncles and other loving family and friends. He is predeceased by his parents. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the family. Merlie Howard
Age 88 of Owosso passed away Friday, May 4, 2012 in Hart, Michigan. Funeral Services will be held 2pm Wednesday May 9, 2012 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Pastor Rodger Devore officiating. Visitation will be held the day of service from 1pm until the time of service. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Merlie was born January 18, 1924 in Mt. Pleasant, the daughter of Loren and Iva (Vanauker) Keller. She attended Weidman schools, was a member of the Owosso First Church of the Nazarene and the Mt. Pleasant Ladies Moose Club. Merlie enjoyed gardening and tending to her vegetables and was known for baking her pies. She loved being with all children; especially her grandchildren. Merlie married Floyd Nesbit on January 18, 1940 in Clare. He predeceased her in 1993. She then married Lyle Howard in Owosso in 1994 and he predeceased her in 2004. She retired from Universal Electric after 30 years of service. Merlie is survived by 2 sons Wayne (Phyllis) Nesbit of Kalkaska and Randy (Jeanne) Nesbit of Hart; Lyle's children Lyle Gary (Mary) Howard of Ovid, Walter (Rosemary) Howard of Owosso and Kim (Vickie) Howard of Corunna; 11 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; brothers Calvin (Betty) Keller and Fred (Reann) Keller; sister Alice Denslow; many nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her first husband Floyd and second husband Lyle, sons Donald and Ronald Nesbit; father and mother; and brothers Robert and Lyle Keller. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the Charity of Donor's Choice.
Sally Ann (VanWagoner) Luft
Age 73 of Lennon passed away on Friday, May 4, 2012 at Memorial Healthcare Center. Funeral Services will be held 11am Monday, May 7, 2012 at Juddville United Methodist Church with Rev. Dr. Jan Engler officiating. Burial will follow at Yerian Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Saturday from 6 to 8pm and Sunday from 2 to 8pm. Sally was born December 9, 1938 in Owosso, the daughter of Arthur and Clara (Maza) VanWagoner. She graduated from Corunna High School and was a member of the Juddville United Methodist Church. Sally was the Shiawassee County Fair Floraculture Superintendent, Chairman of the Board for the Shiawassee Community District Library and a member of the Juddville United Methodist Women. She married Christhop H. Luft at St. John's United Church of Christ in Owosso on September 21, 1957. Sally worked at various business in town including Yankee's and Owosso Giant's Store. She is survived by her husband Christhop; sons Michael and Judith Luft of McKinley and David and Janice Luft of Perry; Grandsons Gregory and Nicholas Luft of Iron Mountain; several nieces and nephews; special friends Evelyn Judd and Audrey Eitel; Candy Lou. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the Juddville United Methodist Church or Memorial Healthcare Foundation "Courtesy Cart".
Barbara Ann Tew
Age 66 of Owosso passed away on Wednesday, May 2, 2012 at Shiawassee County Medical Care Facility. Funeral Services will be held 11 am Tuesday, May 8, 2012 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Pastor Roger Rose officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 6 to 8pm and Monday from 2 to 8pm. Barbara was born July 10, 1945 in Owosso, the daughter of Russell and Alta (Ayers) Bates. She enjoyed crocheting, playing cards and bingo and looked forward to going to the Shiawassee County Fair. Most of all Barbara loved spending time with her family; never missing an activity or sporting event. She married Frank Tew Sr. on October 1, 1966. Barbara was a homemaker, spending her life raising and caring for her family. She had been employed through the years at various companies including American Record, Universal and Manahan Real Estate and Tax. She is survived by her husband Frank Sr.; children Frank (Lisa) Tew, John (Christina) Tew, Connie Tew and Lisa (Ron) Mayer; grandchildren Kylie, Brendan, Nicholas, Rebekah, Travis, Leiah, Ashley and Taylor; great-grandchildren Jalen, Aubrey, Laney, Mikayla and Blake; brother Barry Bates; many nieces and nephews. Barbara is predeceased by her parents and a brother Bruce. Memorial Contributions are suggested to Memorial Healthcare Cancer Center or Shiawassee County Medical Care Facility.
Paula Anna Pavlica-Tester
Age 32 of Owosso passed away Wednesday, May 02, 2012 at her home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10am Tuesday, May 8, 2012 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Morrice with Fr. John Bosco officiating. Paula was born November 11, 1979 in Lansing, the daughter of Paul Thomas Pavlica and Sheryl (Nevins) Keyes. She attended Owosso schools. Paula enjoyed playing euchre, listening to rock-n-roll music and writing; especially poetry. She loved animals and never met a person she couldn't talk to; for that trait, she had many friends. She married Danny Tester in Owosso on July 18, 2009. Paula is survived by her husband Danny; children Jayden and Shianna; mother Sheryl (David) Keyes; father Paul Pavlica; sisters Violet Steele, Janet (Doug) Scieszka, Edith (Walter) Swager and Lynnette (Rick) Bates; grandmother Janet Nevins; great-grandmother Dotty Nevins; nephews Alex, Eric, James, Sean and Teddy; nieces Veronika and Treena; sister-in-law Cindy Dunkin, brother-in-law Rick DeCamp; aunts, uncles, cousins and other loving family members and friends She is predeceased by her grandparents, aunts and uncles.
Frank J. Hajek
Age 79 of Zephyrhills, Florida formerly of New Lothrop, Michigan passed away on April 30, 2012. Funeral Services will be held 1pm Saturday, May 5, 2012 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Pastor Peter Crawford officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 2 to 8pm and Saturday from 10am until the time of service. Frank was born November 18, 1932 in New Lothrop, the son of Joseph and Mary (Misek) Hajek. He attended New Lothrop High School and spent his life farming. Frank had a special love for his music; especially Czech Polka's and playing button box according. Frank married Alice Mitchell on April 3, 1982 at Trinity United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife Alice; children Renee (Richard) Watkins and Darlene (Brian) Rinier; 6 grandchildren Tina (Cabe) Sentell, Jermey (Marisa) Horn, Richard (Kim) Watkins III, James (Andrea) Heath, Mark Gates and Khrystal (Blake) Watkins; 8 great-grandchildren; brother Robert; sister Anna Zvonek; brother-in-law Marvin (Elaine) Mitchell; uncle Steve Hajek; several nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Frank is predeceased by sister Bessie Homola, a baby brother and uncle Anthony Misek. Memorial contributions are suggested to the family. Online condolences may be made to the family at Nelson-House.com. Harold M. Toole
Arlene Marie Cole
Memorial Contributions are suggested to donor's choice. David Allen Martin
David Allen Martin of Cadillac passed away on Friday, April 20, 2012 while surrounded with love by his family. David was 61. He was born May 10, 1950 in Owosso, MI to Murray Douglas Martin and Edna M. (Beardslee) Martin. He graduated from Owosso High School, class of 1969; served in the United States Army and was a member of the Amvets & Eagles Club. On August 5, 1972 David married Marcia Ann Horton in their hometown of Owosso. David retired after 42 years of employment from Great Lakes Central Railroad, formerly known as the Ann Arbor Railroad. He and his wife were "living their dream" since January 2011, traveling across the country in their 38 foot RV they called home. David was well known as "Papa Dave" and "Uncle Dave" by all those that knew and loved him. He loved to camp, sing campfire songs, cook, and organize special activities/ events to gather his friends and family annually. His philosophy on life was, "Just have Fun". David is survived by his wife Marcia; children Douglas (Susan) Martin of Cadillac and Sara (Brian) Bubela of Gilbert, AZ; grandchildren Trevor and Corbyn Martin and Tyler, Kyle and baby- to- be Bubela; father M. Douglas; sisters Linda Martin and LuAnn Follett; brother Dennis (Kim) Martin. He is predeceased by his mother Edna. There will be a train ride from Owosso, MI to benefit David and the
American Cancer Society May 12, 2012, followed by a Celebration of Life
near the end of June. Details of both will be shared at a later date
on www.caringbridge.org/visit/Papadaveisloved. Please direct any Memorial
Contributions to the American Cancer Society. As stated by David, "Your
dollar could be the dollar that finds the cure." Lawrence "Larry" Friess
Lawrence Rolland Friess, 75, of Corunna went to be with the Lord, April 22, 2012, after a long illness. A mass of Christian burial will be held at St. Paul Catholic Church of Owosso on Saturday, April 28, at 10:00 a.m. with Father Michael O'Brien officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in Owosso. Visitation will be held Thursday, April 26 from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. and Friday, April 27, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. with a Rosary being prayed at 7:00 p.m. at Nelson House Funeral Home in Owosso with Father Thomas Thompson. He is survived by son Brent (Peggy) Friess of Corunna; their children Ingrid (Robb) Dettman of Corunna, Grace (Jeremiah) Perkins of Corunna; daughter Patricia (Richard) Scherer of Haslett, their children Ryan (Aimee) Scherer of Waterford, Brad (fiancé Lisa Dexter of Owosso) Scherer of Haslett; Great-grandchildren Alexa, Mikayla, Elizabeth Dettman and Bruce and Evie Perkins; sisters Nancy Nicholas and Kay Robinson; brother Gerald (Laura) Friess, brother-in-law Bud Arnett and several nieces and nephews.
Donald D. Basso Age 89 of Corunna passed away Friday, April 20, 2012 in Battle Creek. Funeral Services will be held 11am Monday, April 23, 2012 at Trinity United Methodist Church with Pastor Susan Kingsley officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Sunday from 2 to 4pm and 6 to 8pm. Donald was born January 2, 1923 in Owosso, the son of George and Minnie (Barinotti) Basso. He graduated from Corunna High School, class of 1941 and served in the United States Air Force. Donald was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church and a past member of the Kerr Travel Club. He married Dorothy Osmer on December 22, 1973 in Owosso; she predeceased him on April 2, 2012. Donald was employed for 31 years by General Motors as a Tool and Die Maker. He enjoyed woodworking and loved to travel. Donald looked forward to time spent with family. He is survived by his son David (Judy) Basso; sisters Joann Lott and Nancy Rathbun; brother Richard Vairo; step-daughters Doris (Kendall) Lewis and Mary Ann Johnson; three grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; five step-grandchildren; ten step great-grandchildren. Donald is predeceased by his son Gary Basso and his parents. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the Trinity United Methodist Church. Adele Denise St. Clair Age 57 of Owosso formerly of Montrose passed away on April 14, 2012 at Hurley Medical Center. A Memorial Service will be held from 12 to 2pm on Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at Montrose Family Christian Center. Adele was born April 21, 1954 in West Virginia, the daughter of Clarence and Delores (Henry) Stowers. She graduated from Logan High School in Logan, West Virginia. She was employed by Sherwood Care Facilities in Montrose as a caregiver. Adele loved spending time with her family and friends. Most of all she looked forward to time spent with her grandchildren. She is survived by three daughters Dee Dee (Dave) Jones of Lakeland, FL, Krista Carter of Owosso and Brittney St. Clair of Montrose; four grandchildren Gerald, John, Lexi, and Ella; sister Louise (Donnie) Hunter of Pecksmill, West Virginia. Adele is predeceased by her parents. Marie Elizabeth Smith
Age 71 of Owosso passed away Tuesday, April 17, 2012 at the Hospice House of Shiawassee County. Funeral Services will be held 11am Friday, April 20, 2012 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Pastor Michael McDonald officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Rest Cemetery in St. Johns. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 6 to 8pm and Thursday from 2 to 8pm. Marie was born December 14, 1940 in St. Johns, the daughter of Frank and Florence (Migota) Willson. She went to school in Ovid and attended the Ovid Church of the Living Word. Marie married Russell Smith, he predeceased her in 1997. She then married Walter Lawrence in Owosso on January 13, 2012. She had been employed with the 401 Restaurant for many years. In her earlier years she worked at the Capital Bowl and spent 25 years working at the Owosso Speedway. Marie loved spending time at the Speedway both working and watching races. She enjoyed doing various crafts; especially those done with her grandchildren. Marie was known for baking and making candies; especially her chocolates. She looked forward to trips to the casino and time spent with family and friends. Marie is survived by her husband Walter Lawrence; three daughters Deanna Aldrich, Joelle (Michael) McGinnis, Jenelle (Larry) Ordiway and their father Earl Shepard; three step-sons Rick (Deb) Smith, Russell (Rhonda) Smith and Kevin Smith; grandchildren Drew, Michael, Derek, Liz, Justin, Ashley, Devin, Jared and Ayreial; several step-grandchildren and great grandchildren; many other loving family members and friends. She is predeceased by her husband Russell and her parents. The family would like to extend a special "thank you" to Memorial Healthcare, Sparrow Rehabilitation Center and especially the Hospice House of Shiawassee County along with many family and friends. Memorial Contributions are suggested to Hospice House of Shiawassee County. Bernard "Bernie" E. Tallman
Bernard "Bernie" Edwin Tallman passed away January 30, 2012 in his San Diego, CA home, at the age of 61. A Memorial Service will be held from 12 to 2pm Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at Nelson-House Funeral Home. He was born in Owosso on October 2, 1950. Bernard lived in Michigan, Tennessee, Florida and Alabama before making his home for the last 10 years in California. He is the son of Otto and Carrol Tallman of Corunna. Bernard graduated from Corunna High School in 1969. He attended DeVry Institute out of high school until he joined the Navy in 1970. He was honorably discharged in October 1971, after serving 1 ½ years on active duty. In 1975 he obtained his first degree in "Computer Technology" from Control Data Institute. Four years later in 1979 he obtained his second degree in "Digital Communications" from Edison College. Bernard worked as an Electrical Engineer. He was also a member of the American Legion. Bernard was preceded in death by a special lady in his heart Grace Turk, and his mother Carrol Pauline Tallman (Champenoy). He is survived by his father Otto Tallman of Corunna; 2 sisters Sue
Hart of Owosso and Delores Rowlee of Los Osos, CA; 2 daughters Lisa
Bowers and Holly Tallman both of Owosso; 2 sons Kedryn Tallman and Terence
Turk both of Owosso; seven grandchildren Cody, Dillon, Alekzander, Madison,
Shayna, Taisha and Brystina; 3 nieces Amanda, Tonya and Becky; 2 nephews
Dan and Michael. Elizabeth Pelon
Age 71 of Owosso passed away on Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at her home. Funeral Services will be held 11am Monday, April 16, 2012 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Pastor Tom Wilson officiating. Burial will follow at St. Paul Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 6 to 8pm and Sunday from 2 to 6pm. Elizabeth was born April 21, 1940 in Owosso, the daughter of George and Frances (Crego) Schirle. She graduated from Owosso High School. Elizabeth enjoyed music; especially singing and playing the piano. She looked forward to her time of prayer and studying God's word. Elizabeth especially loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. She spent her life raising and caring for her family. Elizabeth is survived by her sons Brian Middleton, Patrick (Tina) Middleton, Kevin Middleton, Karl (Katey) Middleton and Christopher (Vicki) Middleton; 13 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; brother Bernie (Loraine) Schirle; sister Francis Mary Schirle. She is predeceased by her brother Phillip and her parents. Memorial Contributions are suggested to Christian Broadcasting Network. Clyde "Jim" Dumond
Age 84 of Henderson went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 12, 2012 at his residence surrounded by his family and friends. Funeral Services will be held 11am Tuesday, April 17, 2012 at the Henderson United Methodist Church with Pastor Herb Wheelock officiating. Interment will follow at Fairfield Township Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 2 to 8pm. Jim was born April 13, 1927 in Carland, Michigan, the son of Clyde and Freida (Haak) Dumond. He graduated from Ovid High School, class of 1946 and was a devoted member of the Henderson United Methodist Church where he served in many positions, over the years. Jim was active in the Methodist Men, during and since the "Fish Fry years", and was involved with the Methodist Youth Fellowship. Jim was active in the Boy Scouts of America, Tall Pine Council and was a Rush Township Trustee. Jim married his high school sweetheart, Dora E. Nethaway on September 25, 1948. He was a generous man and never met a stranger that he couldn't talk to. Jim's passions were family, friends and people. He loved a good joke and liked to laugh. Jim was a loving husband, father, grandfather and a loyal friend. He was a Standard Oil agent for many years, delivering gas, fuel and diesel oil, to many residents and farms in Rush and surrounding townships, where he made many friends. After leaving Standard Oil (BP) he was employed by Al-Par Peat. Jim is survived by wife Dora; children Allen (Carol) Dumond of Cadillac, Wayne Dumond of Owosso, Mary Jo Hassleback of Jackson and Robert (Teri) Dumond of Owosso; seven granddaughters; one grandson; one great-grandson and two great-granddaughters. He loved them all and in turn they cherished him. He is preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Freida Dumond; brothers Bobby Dumond and Leroy Dale Dumond; granddaughter Shana Dumond; son-in-law Richard Hassleback. Memorial contributions may be made in Jim's name to the Henderson United Methodist Church or the S.L.D. Scholarship Fund (Shana Lynne Dumond). Marvel Ruth King
Age 96 of Owosso passed away on Easter Sunday, April 8, 2012 at the Shiawassee Medical Care Facility. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10am Friday, April 13, 2012 at St. Paul Catholic Church with Fr. Edward Waters officiating. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Wednesday from 6 to 8pm and Thursday from 2 to 8pm with a Rosary prayed at 7:30pm. Marvel was born April 9, 1915 in Whittemore, Michigan, the daughter of Alsid and Nellie (O'Farrel) Jacobs. She graduated from Tawas High School, class of 1933, was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church and was a sponsor for CFCA (Christian Fund Children and Aging). Marvel enjoyed doing crossword puzzles and baking and cooking from scratch. But her most important time of each day was spent in prayer. She married Marvin King on June 14, 1947 at St. Michael's Church in Flint, he predeceased her in 1993. Marvel was a homemaker, also spending many years working at Christians and Weikmans as a salesperson in the Men's Department and was a bookkeeper for the Detroit & Mackinaw Railroad in Turner, Michigan. She is survived by her children Patricia King, Kenneth King and Rita Chrest; seven grandchildren Heather (Jerry) Jancarik, Tracy (Alan) Majzel, Dody (Joshua) Laverty, Kelly (fiancé Jason Campbell) King, Jamie Chrest, Pam (Aaron) Hoskings, Tina (Jeremy) Schad; great-grandchildren Cody, Hailey, Darian, Ally, Emily, Landen, Janae, Kayden, Austin and Grayson; brother Robert Jacobs of Florida; sister-in-law Teddy Jacobs of Owosso; special friend Mary Garcia; many nieces and nephews. Marvel is predeceased by her husband Marvin, one sister Marion Lafond and two brothers Al and Don Jacobs. Memorial Contributions are suggested to St. Paul Church or School or the American Cancer Society.
Age 89, formerly of Owosso, peacefully passed away April 3, 2012 at his winter residence in New Port Richey, Florida. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later date in Owosso. Jack was born on January 19, 1923 to John J and Gladys (Mead) Dvorak in Henderson, Michigan. He graduated from Pontiac Central High School, and later attended Pontiac Business School. He completed graduate work in numerous special studies at various schools and institutions. On August 10, 1943, Jack married Lois M. (Coleman) Dvorak. They were married for 54 years before she passed away in December of 1997. He then spent 12 years with his special friend, Jean Glick, of Lima, Ohio. She passed in June of 2010. Jack was employed in a number of positions at various companies throughout his lifetime. Some of these positions include Treasurer Director at A. G. Redmond Company, Assistant General Manager at Controls Corporation of America and later with the Singer Corporation, Executive Vice President & General Manager at Strawsine Manufacturing Company in Corunna, and Senior Vice President at Key State Bank (now Chemical Bank) in Owosso. He also served on the Owosso City Council from 1968 to 1981, during which he also served as Mayor Pro-Tem. He was elected Mayor of Owosso in 1977. The Owosso Chamber of Commerce named him "Citizen of the Year" in 1993. Jack was very active in local civic & service organizations. He served as president of the Owosso Kiwanis Club, Shiawassee United Fund, Owosso Chamber of Commerce, the Owosso Historic Commission, Owosso Planning Commission and the Owosso Community Airport Board. Jack was proactive in efforts to improve Owosso's water and wastewater facilities and a proponent of area consolidation of municipal services. Jack was a lifelong blood donor for Red Cross giving 29 gallons over his lifetime. He was also a member of Owosso City Club, Owosso Country Club, and the First Congregational Church of Owosso. Jack is survived by his children, Nancy (James) Brake of Bellaire, Michigan, John (Debbie) Dvorak of Dixon, Illinois, Michael (Heidi) Dvorak of Sun City, Arizona, and his Brother Dick Dvorak of Corunna, Michigan as well as 9 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren and many nieces & nephews. He is predeceased by his wife, Lois, special friend Jean, Brothers Bill & Gene Dvorak and his parents. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Owosso Historic Commission Endowment Fund. David J. Hood
Memorial Contributions are suggested to St. Paul's Catholic Church. Dorothy J. Basso
Age 87 of Corunna passed away April 2, 2012 in Battle Creek. Dorothy was born to Frederick A. and Minnie L. (Johnson) Osmer April 16, 1924. She attended Owosso High School and graduated with the class of 1942. On December 22, 1973, Dorothy married Donald D. Basso in Owosso. Dorothy loved spending time with friends and family. She loved to travel and see new places, and she was affiliated with Kerr Travel Club. She was also a devoted member of Trinity United Methodist Church where she was just presented an award for her 50yrs of membership. Dorothy is survived by her husband, Don; daughters, Doris (Kendall) Lewis and Mary Ann Johnson; step-son, David (Judy) Basso; five grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren three step-grandchildren, and five great step-grandchildren. She is predeceased by her brothers, Frank, Arthur, and Russell Osmer; and sister, Louise Woodworth. Memorial contributions are suggested to Trinity United Methodist Church. Sally A. Lover
Sally was born on March 11, 1942 to Lloyd W. and Estelle M. (Sternad) Matthies in Owosso. She was a graduate of Owosso High School. In Sally's lifetime, she was employed by Maurell Products in Owosso and Thompson Boats in St. Charles. She was also employed as an industrial sewing assembly worker. Sally loved being outdoors and especially enjoyed attending the Shiawassee County Fair. Being outdoors with the animals made her day. She is also a former member of Oakley Community Church. Sally is survived by her uncle, Ralph (Helen) Matthies; her aunt, Lorraine Briggeman; and many cousins and loving family and friends, special friends: Amy Haling & Robin Lover. She is predeceased by her parents, Lloyd and Estelle. Memorial Contributions are suggested to Ashley Nursing Home and the Shiawassee County Humane Society. George Surik Age 85 of Owosso passed away on Thursday, March 29, 2012 at his home in Owosso. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11am Monday, April 2, 2012 at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Father David Fisher officiating. Burial will follow at St. Paul Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Sunday from 2 to 8pm with a Rosary prayed at 6pm. On January 22, 1927, George was born to Joseph and Agnus Surik. He attended Owosso High School and later attended GM Tech. On October 22, 1949, George married Esther M. Dixon at St. Joseph Catholic Church. They were married for 50 years before she passed in 2000. George's life's work consisted of one year on the Ann Arbor Railroad, eight years at Redmond's of Owosso, and 32 years at Fisher Body Turnstead where he retired in 1986. In his spare time, George enjoyed hunting, fishing, clock making, and spending time with his family. George is survived by his brothers and sisters in law, Shirley Surik, Arthur and Judith Dixon, Lois Dixon, Kathryn Cummings, and Jack Dixon; many nieces and nephews, and many other loving family and friends. He is predeceased by his wife Esther; brothers, John, Charlie, Frank, and Louis Surik; and sisters, Mary Kracovic and Josephine Kim. Memorial contributions are suggested to Grace Hospice or St. Joseph Catholic Church. Raymond R. Newton
Age 87 of Owosso passed away Sunday, March 25, 2012. A Committal Service will be held 1pm Monday, April 2, 2012 at Hillcrest
Memorial Gardens with Military Honors being held. He served in the United States Army during WWII. He was employed with Universal Electric for 35 years, retiring in 1985. Raymond is survived by his daughter Debra (Andy) Madonio; two grandchildren Mathew (Renee) Madonio and Katie Madonio; great grand-son Cohen; step-children Joyce King and Jerry (Janice) Ordway; brothers Leslie Newton and Roy Newton. He is predeceased by wife Ann (Kirby) Ordway, parents and brother Howard. Memorial Contributions are suggested to Hospice. Jack Walworth
Richard Allen Sanders
Age 59 of Owosso passed away on Friday, March 23, 2012 at his home after a long courageous battle with cancer. Funeral Services will be held 1pm Tuesday, March 27, 2012 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Reverend Mark Kincaid officiating. Burial will follow at Alton Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 2 to 8pm with an Eagles Memorial Service at 7pm. Richard was born March 16, 1953 in Owosso, the son of Lester and Lillian May Sanders. He graduated from Owosso High School, class of 1972 and was a member of the Eagles Club #851 in Owosso. Richard enjoyed bowling, fishing, playing cards, traveling in the motor home and playing with the kids. He was nick-named "Howdy Doody" by his family. Richard married Vickie Sue Eldridge on July 31, 2004 in Owosso. He was employed by Pennzoil in Owosso for several years. Richard is survived by his wife Vickie; son Corey; sister Darlene Markva; mother-in-law Genevieve Eldridge, sisters-in-law Ruthann Sanders, Karen Behrens, Pam (Harry) Burdick and Marianne (Marty) Beacham; many nieces, nephews and other loving family members. He is predeceased by his parents, brother Dave and father-in-law Abe Eldridge. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the family.
Allen Lee Bill
Age 68 of Owosso passed away Saturday March 17, 2012 at his home.
Mark A. Ross
Age 48 of Owosso passed away on Saturday, March 17, 2012 at his home. Funeral Services will be held 2pm Tuesday, March 20, 2012 at the Lennon Wesleyan Church. The family will receive friends on Tuesday at the church from 1pm until the time of service. Mark was born May 8, 1963 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Jesse D. Ross Sr. and Patricia Ann (Edwards) Saunders. He graduated from Owosso High School and attended Baker College. Mark loved NASCAR, enjoyed playing pool and watching NFL Football. He looked forward to time spent with family and friends. Mark is survived by his son Devon Ross; daughters Amber and Trisha Ross; mother Patricia; father Jesse (Fran); brothers Jesse Ross and Rick (Melissa) Ross; 3 step-brothers and 1 step-sister; many aunts, uncles, cousins and other loving family members and friends. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the family or the Lennon Wesleyan
Church in Mark's name. Edwin Lyle Saunders
Age 93 of Owosso passed away on Saturday, March 17, 2012 at his residence. Funeral Services will be held 11am Wednesday, March 21, 2012 at First United Methodist Church with Pastor Cal Long officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens with Military Honors being held. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Tuesday from 2 to 8pm. Edwin was born September 4, 1918 in Owosso, the son of Lyle and Rena (Burns) Saunders. He attended Owosso High School and was a member of the First United Methodist Church, the American Legion and a life member of the VFW. Edwin had a lifetime love for baseball. He played in the Minor League and was brought up to the Major League Team, St. Louis Cardinals, one day before being called to duty to serve in the United States Army from 1941 to 1945 during WWII. He married Dorothy Marie Dietrich on April 26, 1946. Edwin was employed by Redmond's for several years, retiring in 1975 from Turnstedt Fisher Body Divison on Coldwater Road in Flint. He is survived by his wife Dorothy; children Janenne (Roger) Powlison, Edwin (Becky) Saunders II, Denise (Rick) Dunkin, Kirk (Becky) Saunders and Jamie (Terry) Holmes; 12 grandchildren Lori (Saunders) Sawyer, Jason Saunders, Jeffery Saunders, Penny (Powlison) DeWulf, Brent Powlison, Ricky Dunkin, Keegan Saunders, Hillary Johnson BriAnne Holmes, Carrie Slovak, Lyle Holmes and Megan Holmes; great-grandchildren Hannah, Kameron, Sage and Rylan DeWulf, Sarah, Shaina, Haley and Zackary Sawyer, Chase, Chandler and Kelsey Saunders, Mariah, Ian and Dante Dunkin, Jacob Johnson, Macy and Emma Holmes, Alyson and Brody Warfle and Brayden Woodman; 1 great-great grandson Sawyer Bauer. Edwin was predeceased by his parents, brother Wayne and great-grandson Dylan Holmes. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the First United Methodist Church, Hospice, Honor Flight, Corunna VFW or donor's choice.
Allan P. "Pete" Kirby
Pete was born in Cookeville, TN on December 13, 1925 to G.N. Kirby
and Lulabelle (Elmore) Kirby. When he was 14, the family relocated to
the Byron area to join the robust war work effort underway in Michigan. He joined the U.S. Navy in 1943 and served 3 years as a medic/doctor
with the SeaBees in Rhode Island; a Navy field hospital in Receife,
Brazil which treated our Navy men serving in the South Atlantic, as
well as German prisoners-of-war; and aboard the destroyer USS Simpson
in the South Atlantic. He was recalled to active service in 1950, during
the Korean War, and discharged again in 1952. Pete had a successful career as a barber in downtown Owosso for 50
years, starting at the Owosso Hotel Barber Shop, then owning and operating
his own shops on Washington Street. He met then married Rita Campbell on July 19, 1947 at St. Paul Catholic
Church in Owosso. Their union was blessed with 3 treasured sons: Jim
from Traverse City, Tom from San Diego and Pete from Owosso; and 8 cherished
daughters: Kathie Everhart (Mike), Patti Howard (Rick), Mary Jo Winchester,
Jan Laurin (Tom) and Kris Walworth (Mark), all from Owosso, and Sherry
Mehl (Keith) from Florida, Lisa Fernette (Mark) from Illinois and Tracy
Kirby from Ohio. In addition to his 11 children, Pete leaves 3 brothers: Dallas Kirby
(Kathy) from Georgia, Dudley Kirby (Helen) from MI, and Herbie Kirby
(Judy) from Florida. He also leaves 24 heartbroken grandchildren, 6
great-grandchildren, and several god-children. Pete was preceded in death by his parents, son-in-law Dave and brother
Kenny Kirby and wife Dee, and his Brother Dudley's wife, Helen. Pete was a member of St. Paul's Catholic Church, and ushered the 12
noon Mass for many years. He was also a member of the Eagles, Elks and
American Legion, and a 3rd and 4th degree Knight of Columbus. He was
an avid bowler and golfer, and enjoyed spending time with his large
extended family. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10am on Saturday, March
17th, at St. Paul's Catholic Church in Owosso. Burial will follow at
the St. Paul Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House
Funeral Home on Friday from 2 to 8pm with a Rosary prayed at 7pm and
a 4th Degree Chalice Ceremony following. The family suggests memorials be made to St. Paul's Catholic School
in Owosso or the charity of their choice. Joann R. Dowell
Age 79 of Owosso passed away on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at Memorial Healthcare Center. Funeral Services will be held 11 am Saturday, March 17, 2012 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Vicki Bryant officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 4 to 8pm. Joann was born October 7, 1932 in Port Huron, the daughter of Vincent "Jim" and Gertrude (Campbell) Pellegrino. She graduated from St. Paul High School and was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church. Joann enjoyed traveling to Florida, camping trips and visits to the Casino in her earlier years. She was an avid Bingo player and loved spending time with family and friends; especially her grandchildren and "special" friend Doty. Joann married Robert Dowell on August 27, 1983, he predeceased her in 2003. Retiring from K-Mart, she had worked at several other businesses in town; including American Aerisol, Woodard's and Memorial Healthcare as a nurse tech. Joann is survived by her children Diane (Robert) Gould, Connie (Eric) Ashford, John (Robin VanStrate) Spiess and Jim (Debbie) Spiess; grandchildren Michelle, Christopher, Morgan, Nathan, Lauren, Missy Sue, Nathan and Andrew; great-grandchildren Leah, Cashton and Brayden; step-father Floyd Koerner; brothers John (Annette) Pellegrino and Gilbert (Jen) Koerner; sister Betty Redmond; several nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her husband Robert, 2 daughters Elaine and Jackie. Memorial Contributions are suggested to Disabled Veterans. Mildred Schultz
Age 84 of Corunna passed away on Friday, March 09, 2012 at the Hospice House of Shiawassee County. A Memorial Service will be held 11am Saturday, March 31, 2012 at Corunna United Methodist Church with Pastor David Strobe officiating. The family will receive friends at the church on Saturday from 10am until the time of service. Mildred was born May 30, 1927 in Corunna, the daughter of George W. and Nella M. (Kinny) Davis. She graduated from Corunna High School, class of 1944, served on the Corunna Board of Review, was a member of the Corunna United Methodist Church and the Corunna VFW Ladies Auxiliary. Mildred was active as both a Cub Scout Den Mother and a Girl Scout Brownie Leader. She enjoyed ceramic painting, scrap booking, singing in the church Choir and traveling with family and friends; there were only 3 states she had not visited. Mildred married John J. Schultz on September 30, 1943. Retiring in 1990, Mildred had been employed through the years at Universal Electric, Mitchell Corporation, the Shiawassee Intermediate School District (SRED) as a driver and as a Real Estate Agent in Owosso. She is survived by her children John M. (Karla) Schultz, Keith (Colleen) Schultz, Dawn (Mark) Van Strate; seven grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters Gertrude Zwolensky, Joyce Hughson; many nieces, nephews and other loving family members. Mildred is predeceased by her husband John, 1 sister and 1 brother and a great-grandchild. Memorials contributions are suggested to Hospice House of Shiawassee County. John D. Curtiss Age 88 of Venice, Florida passed away on Friday, March 9, 2012. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Wednesday from 5 to 8 pm with A Time of Sharing at 7:30 pm. Burial will take place Thursday at Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly. John was born December 21, 1923 in Boyne City, Michigan, the son of Dale and Laura Curtiss. He was a graduate of North Manchester High School in North Manchester, Indiana and Michigan State University. John was a member of the Elk's Lodge in Venice, Florida, enjoyed golfing and was an avid Spartan Fan. In his younger years he looked forward to playing blooper ball and curling. John served in the United States Air Force as a staff Sergeant and radio operator and he was employed by General Motors as an inspector. He married Marjorie (Smith) Fisher on June 19, 1954 in Indiana. John is survived his wife Marjorie; children Marcia (Larry) Laje; Janice (Dick) Vernon; Sarah (Larry) Hall and Ward (Sheila) Curtiss; eight grandchildren Graham, Abby, Brian, Andrea, Noah, Nick, Matthew and Andrew; great-grandson John; great-granddaughter Jayln; sister and brother-in-law Jean and Dale Wilson; many nieces, nephews and other loving family members and friends. Memorial Contributions are suggested to Tidewell Hospice of Venice, Florida. Mary S. Warren
Age 84 of Owosso passed away peacefully Saturday, March 10, 2012. Funeral Services will be held at 11am Tuesday, March 13, 2012, at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Pastor David Strobe officiating. Burial will follow at Middlebury Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Monday, March 12, 2012, from 4 to 8pm, and one hour prior to the service on Tuesday. Mary was born November 15, 1927, in Owosso, the daughter of Ralph and Esther (Bloomfield) Gillette. She was a graduate of Laingsburg High School, class of 1944. Mary then attended Western Michigan College of Education where she obtained a teaching certificate. She taught in a one-room school house. Mary was an avid collector; including rocks and coins and pretty antiques. She was a great cook and baker, and was known for her cookies which she would share with all her family and friends. Mary loved gardening and tending to her flowers. She also enjoyed traveling, camping, and annual trips to Florida. Mary loved spending time with her family; especially her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and dear friends. She married Loy J. Warren on June 1, 1946. He predeceased her in 2003. Mary spent her life raising and caring for her children; and at the same time, she worked at Redmond's and American Record before retiring from Toledo Commutator. She is survived by her children Kathy (Larry) Gruesbeck, Jim Warren, Mike (Barb) Warren, and Susan (Dan) Lucas; 7 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; brother John Gillette; many nieces, nephews, and other loving family members. Mary was predeceased by her husband Loy and brother Louis. Mom always looked for the beauty in everything. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the Hospice House of Shiawassee
County. Roy L. Maine
Age 58 of Owosso, passed away Wednesday, March 7, 2012 at his home. Funeral Services will be held 11am Saturday, March 10, 2012 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Pastor Timothy Whalen officiating. Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Henderson. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 4 to 8pm. Roy was born May 8, 1953 in Marianna, Arkansas, the son of Joseph and Mary (Smith) Maine. He attended Southern Baptist Church and enjoyed fishing and get-togethers. Roy looked forward to time spent with family, he loved his dog "Buster" and most of all he loved life. Through the years he has been employed with Butterfield Drive-in and Theater, Genesee Stamp and Maurell Products. Roy is survived by his brothers Michael (Mary) Maine, Randy Maine, Danny (Kim) Maine and Steve Maine; several nieces and nephews; his pet and companion Buster. He is predeceased by his parents and nephew Charles "Bud" Dausey. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the family. Frank R. Harvath
Age 61 of Corunna passed away on Sunday, March 4, 2012. A Memorial Service will be held 12 noon, Friday, March 9, 2012 at St. Paul Episcopal Church with Pastor Russ Merrill officiating. The family will receive friends on the day of service from 10am until the time of service. Frank was born September 21, 1950 in Owosso, the son of Frank J. and Nancy (Eveleth) Harvath. He was a graduate of Owosso High School, class of 1968 and attended Ferris State University then graduating from Eastern Michigan University. Frank was a member of the Elk's Lodge. He enjoyed playing his drums, was always willing to lend a "helping" hand and never met someone who didn't become his friend. He looked forward to time spent with family; especially trips Up-North to the family cabin at Budd Lake in Harrison. Frank had a special place in his heart for Alaskan Huskeys. He had worked for Spartan Ashphalt and Oak Beer Distributing as a driver and for 7-up as a supervisor. He is survived by his parents Frank and Nancy; brother Larry Harvath; sister Roberta Bronkhorst; niece Dr. Heather Bronkhorst; special cousins and best friends Jim (Ilene) Howe; other loving family members and friends. Frank is predeceased by his grandparents. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the Shiawassee County Humane
Society. Irene B. "Nancy" Davis
Age 89 of Owosso passed away on Tuesday, March 06, 2012 at Memorial Healthcare Center. Funeral Services will be held 11am Friday, March 9, 2012 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Reverend Susan Kingsley officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 2 to 8pm. Nancy was born February 22, 1923 in Owosso, the daughter of Eric and Bendena (Schmiege) Bandkau. She graduated from Owosso High School, class of 1941 and was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. Nancy married Lyle Davis on April 6, 1946 in Mason, he predeceased her in 1988. In her earlier years Nancy loved to camp and visited many interesting sites in Michigan. Later she enjoyed many years at the family home on Lake Crystal. She was an accomplished seamstress and enjoyed doing cross word puzzles. She always looked forward to her Sunday evening card games and playing dominos with her friends. Nancy is survived by her son Michael D. (Laura) Davis; daughter-in-law Carol Davis; grandchildren Chris (Matt) Davisdon, Matthew Davis and Andrew (Brenda) Davis; 5 great-grandchildren Kayla, Paige, Emily, Hannah and Jordan; many nieces, nephews and other loving family members. She was predeceased by her husband Lyle, a son Richard and a sister Dorothy Hetfield. The family appreciates the many caring visits of her niece Cathy Cope while at home and later the wonderful care received at Oliver Woods Retirement Center. Memorial Contributions are suggested to Trinity United Methodist Church. Shirley Jean (Blunt) Simpson
Age 73 of Owosso, formerly of Missouri, passed away peacefully with her family and friends at her side on Friday, March 2, 2012 at the Hospice House of Shiawassee County after a lengthy illness. At Shirley's request cremation has taken place and there will be no services held at this time. Shirley was born September 17, 1938 in Brookfield, Missouri and moved to Owosso in 1958. She resided in the Owosso area for many years until she moved back to Missouri in 1993, retiring from Gerbes Grocery Store in Columbia in 2001. She then moved to the Ivy Bend Lake of the Ozarks area in 2004 where she would reside until late November 2011. Shirley worked at various companies while residing in Owosso; including Motor Products and Kenco Plastics. She loved to travel and fish, watch soaps and game shows; such as the Price is Right and enjoyed spending time landscaping her property with flowers and plants. Shirley looked forward to playing Texas Holdem with her friends back in the Ivy Bend Area. Most of all she enjoyed time spent with family. She is survived by her daughter Paula J. (Dennis) Varco of Owosso; 3 sons Terry W. (Pammy Jo) Gunnels of LaPlata, MO, Jeffrey A. Gunnels of Burton and Thomas D. (Lisa Eutsler) Burnett of North Port, FL; three brothers Robert W. Blunt of Pittsburg, KS, James A. Blunt of Kingsley, Gary L. (Terri) Blunt of Owosso; sister Connie L. Blunt of Owosso; eleven grandchildren Jeremy and Jeffrey Gunnels, Ashley and Matt Varco, Cheryl Lynn Gardner, Cody Dorrell, Wesley and Raelynn Gunnels, Ashley Hall and Thomas and Joel Burnett; 3 great-grandchildren Preslee and Jaxon Dorrell and Lucas Burnett; many nieces and nephews; special friends Dennis Myers and Diane Krugielki and her dog "Snoopy". Shirley is predeceased by her mother Mildred "Millie" Jane Blunt; father Wesley R. "Old Blue" Blunt; sister Mary Ann Blunt; son Stephen Gunnels; daughter Pamela Jo Gunnels; her first husband Leon Paul Gunnels, who fathered her first four children; second husband Thomas C. Burnett, the father of her youngest son; nephews Thomas J. Blunt and Troy M. Blunt. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the Hospice House of Shiawassee County. Arthur Valentine Gewirtz
Age 57 of Owosso passed away on Tuesday, February 28, 2012 at Memorial Healthcare Center. Funeral Services will be held 11am Friday, March 2, 2012 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Pastor John Walworth officiating and burial to follow at St. Robert Catholic Cemetery in Flushing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 6 to 8pm and on Friday from 10am until the time of service. Arthur was born May 14, 1954 in Flint, the son of Anthony and Violet Gewirtz. He attended Corunna Schools and was always willing to help anyone out. Arthur enjoyed crop farming; especially strawberries, helping on dairy farms and cutting wood. He is survived by his sisters Louise Gewirtz, Lois L. Mead, Carole (Dale) Koan, Mary McPhilimy, Anna (Steve) Anderson and Sheila (Barry) Clark; brothers Edward Gewirtz, Robert Gewirtz and Bruce Gewirtz; several nieces and nephews. Arthur is preceded in death by his parents Anthony and Violet Gewirtz, brother Joseph Gewirtz and brother-in-law Lanny McPhilimy. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the family. Edward L. Luchenbill
Age 72, passed away Sunday, February 26, 2012 at McLaren Medical in Flint, Michigan. A Memorial Service will be held 11am Thursday, March 1, 2012 at Corunna United Methodist Church with Pastor David Strobe officiating. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Wednesday, February 29, 2012 from 2 to 8pm with a Masonic Service at 7pm. Edward was born September 30, 1939, the son of Laverne and Dorothy (McIntyre) Luchenbill. He graduated from Owosso High School, class of 1959. Edward married Joanne Rood June 30, 1962 and would have celebrated
their 50th anniversary this summer. Together they had two children,
Scott (Karla Kitchen) Luchenbill and Laura (Andrew) Mosciski. He was
proud to be Papa to Michael, Emily and Zachary Mosciski along with Megan
and Allison Luchenbill. He was a 32nd degree Mason, a member of County Line Tractor Club and Pheasant's Forever. He had restored several Farmall Tractors and would display them in good weather. Somehow a green tractor ended up in his restoration collection. Ed was a member of the Corunna United Methodist Church. Those who survive are his wife Joanne; children Scott (Karla) Luchenbill and Laura (Andrew) Mosciski; grandchildren Michael, Emily and Zachary Mosciski and Megan and Allison Luchenbill; sister Lavonna (Pete) Mills of Fountain Hills, AZ ; brother Brad (Darleen) Luchenbill; mother-in-law Leona Nechvil; several nieces and nephews. He will be sadly missed by Rudy his ever faithful short haired pointer. He was preceded in death by his parents Laverne and Dorothy (McIntyre) Luchenbill; grandparents Floyd and Edith (Leube) Luchenbill and Fred and Irene (Walters) McIntyre along with infant sister Lori Luchenbill. Those wishing to honor his memory may make a donation to either the Shiawassee County 4-H council, Pheasant's Forever Chapter 399 or Corunna United Methodist Church. Herbert A. "Herb" Cramer
Age 61 of Owosso, passed away on Friday, February 24, 2012 at Memorial Healthcare Center. Funeral Services will be held 11am, Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at Nelson-House Funeral Home. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday from 2 to 8pm. Herb was born June 4, 1950 in Durand, the son of Loid and Donna (Allen) Cramer. He graduated from Corunna High School, class of 1968. Herb loved being outside enjoying nature; especially hunting, fishing and having campfires. He looked forward to taking trips with family and friends. Herb married Roxane Witt in Owosso on July 2, 1977. He was a machine operator at Premarc Corporation in Durand. Herb is survived by his wife Roxane; four children Herb (Linda) Cramer, Tammy (Daniel) Apted, Jodi (Justin) Gerona and Traci Cramer; grandchildren Amanda and Stephen Cramer, Andrew, Alex and Adam Palmer, Jairus and Josiah Gerona, Hannah Coburn, and Arianna Cramer; mother Donna Nichols; sisters Judy (Rod) Crawford and Ruth (Ric) Crawford; brother-in-law John Wright; several nieces, nephews and other loving family members and friends. He is predeceased by his father Loid, sister Diane Wright and step-father Ben Nichols. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the family. Georgene W. Schultz At the age of 90 went to be reunited with her family in heaven Saturday
February 18, 2012 at the Ashley Care Center. Georgene was born November 23, 1921 in Owosso to Hugh and Valeria (Warner) Bussell, where she would also graduate from Owosso High School. She would than go on to marry her husband of 52yrs Albert C. Schultz on January 3, 1942 here in Owosso; he would predecease her June 17, 1994. She was an active member of the Community Evangelical Presbyterian
Church along with the Elks "Major Project" for 10yrs, she
enjoyed making quilts, her famous "Grandma Cookies" for all
of her grandchildren and great grandchildren, to just sit and put together
puzzles or word search games or to simply send out a letter or cards
to her family and friends. Catherine Lee Hemond
Age 76 of Owosso passed away on Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at her home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11am Friday, February 17, 2012 at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Fr. Steve Makranyi officiating and burial to follow at St. Paul Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Thursday from 2 to 8pm with a Rosary prayed at 6pm. Catherine was born March 17, 1935 in Andalusia, Alabama, the daughter of Fred and Mary (Martin) Flenniken. She was a graduate of Eastern High School in Detroit. Catherine was very active member of St. Joseph Catholic Church where she spent years being the Funeral Lunch Coordinator, Religious Education Teacher and Principal, and was involved in the Education Commission, Choir, RCIA and St. Bernardine Guild. She married Homer Hemond in Angola, Indiana on February 20, 1954. Catherine was a housewife and mother, spending her life raising and caring for her family. She was also employed with various companies through the years, most recently St. Joseph Childcare where she had a passion for loving and teaching the children. Catherine enjoyed many hobbies including sewing and knitting, visiting with friends and singing. Catherine is survived by her husband Homer; children Jeanne (Trisha Franzen) Hemond of Albion, Aimee (Stephen) Houghton of Okemos, Robert (Sue) Hemond of Howell, Therese (Russell) Corkins of Eaton Rapids, Frederic Hemond of Highsprings, Florida, Louise Hemond-Wilson of Owosso, Suzanne Hemond of Lansing and Zachary (Laura Lindstrand) Hemond of Elma, Washington; grandchildren Emiliana Franzen, Adrian (Bonnie) Hemond, Kathryn Houghton, Melissa Houghton, Erin Hemond, Mary (Jay) Sell, Rachel Hemond, Jacob Erhardt, Nicholas Erhardt, Alexander Erhardt, Richelle (Michael) Ross, Matthew Corkins, Zachary Corkins, Joseph Hemond, Frederic Hemond, Domenick Hemond, Aimee Wilson, Jeanette Wilson and Emily Wilson; one great grandchild; brother Douglas (Jacqui) Flenniken; sister Jeanne Schocklin; many beloved in-laws, nieces, nephews and other relatives. She is predeceased by her parents and her daughter Mary Catherine. Memorial Contributions are suggested to St. Vincent DePaul, the Baby Pantry, Memorial Hospice or Home Healthcare. Leo Richard Mahaney
Age 57, loving father and brother passed away Saturday, February 11, 2012 at his sister's home surrounded by his loved ones. A Celebration of Leo's Life will be held Monday from 6pm to 9pm at Owosso Eagles Club. Leo was born July 25, 1954 in Owosso, the son of Michael and Catherine (O'Dea) Mahaney. He attended Owosso High School. Leo enjoyed card games and sports. He was employed as a boat builder and in the construction trades. Leo is survived by his daughter Sonya (Matthew) VandeKerkhof; 2 grandchildren Mahaney and Mayson; sister Jill (Willis) Semans; brothers William Mahaney, Donald Mahaney, Edward (Martha) Mahaney and Laurence Mahaney; several nieces, nephews, cousins and other loving family members and friends. He was predeceased by his parents and brother Michael. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the family to be shared with
Hospice of Florida and Hospice House of Shiawassee County. Ruth M. Vernier
Age 92 of Owosso went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Friday, February 10, 2012 at Memorial Healthcare Center. Funeral Services will be held 11am Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at Northgate Wesleyan Church with Tim Hadley officiating; burial will follow at Wilkinson Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Sunday from 2 to 4pm and 6 to 8pm and Monday from 9am to 8pm with the family present 2 to 4pm and 6 to 8pm. Ruth was born May 9, 1919 in Hazelton Township, the daughter of Philemon and Lena (Rollet) Glardon. She attended Lewis School in Hazelton Township, and she was a devoted member of Corunna Bible Chapel. On May 5, 1951, Ruth married Samuel Vernier in Owosso. Ruth was a homemaker, raising and caring for her family, and working alongside her husband on the family farm. She also worked for Redmond's in Owosso. Ruth enjoyed embroidering and sewing. She loved baking cookies, butter horns, and especially her homemade rolls. She was always willing to bake them for all family and church functions. She is survived by her children Naomi (the late Lynn) Adams, Priscilla (Tom) Adams, and Andrew (Diana) Vernier; grandchildren Ranee Adams, Rachel (CJ) Stephens, Rebecca Adams, Jacqueline (John) White, Brandon (Sandra) Vernier, Bethany (Joey) Felten, and Erica Vernier; 3 great-grandchildren Dallas Felten, Roman Felten and Levi White; sister Mary Glardon; sister-in-law Rosemary Glardon; many nieces and nephews, and many other loving family and friends. Ruth is predeceased by her husband Samuel in 1981, infant son James Samuel, son-in-law Lynn Adams, brothers Elisha, Abel, Sam, and Ben Glardon, and sisters Dorcas Tissot and Esther LaBenne. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the family. Zora M. Kuchar Age 90 of Owosso passed away Thursday, February 09, 2012. The family will receive friends Saturday, February 11, 2012 from 11 to 1pm at Nelson-House Funeral Home with a graveside service held at St. Paul Cemetery. Zora was born May 9, 1921 in Owosso, the daughter of Herbert and Doris Hinspeter. She married Joseph Kuchar on August 30, 1941, he predeceased her on April 19, 1974. Zora is survived by her four daughters Sharon (Ray) Rubelman of Muskegon, Sandy (Larry) Noble of Owosso, Suzanne (Mike) Olsen of Twin Lake and Sallie (George) Perry of Hubbard Lake; two sons Larry Kuchar of Lake Oswego, Oregon and Jeffrey Kuchar of Roscommon; seven grandchildren. The family would like to extend a "special" thank you to Michelle Partain, Zora's loving caretaker. She is predeceased by her parents, husband Joseph, son Gary in 1947, three brothers Clayton, Robert and Gordon Hinspeter. Memorial Contributions are suggested to Hospice House of Shiawassee
County. Gertrude E. Elliott
Age 95 of Owosso passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2012 at Brookdale Senior Living in Holly. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10am Saturday, February 4, 2012 at St. Paul Catholic Church with Fr. Michael O'Brien officiating and burial to follow at St. Paul Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Friday from 3 to 7pm with a Rosary prayed at 6pm. Gertrude was born October 6, 1916 in Detroit, the daughter of Archie and Mary (Burgeron) Blackwell. She graduated from St. Paul Catholic School, class of 1933 where she was a member. Gertrude was also a member of the Altar Society, and St. Martha's Guild. In the past she was a volunteer at Memorial Healthcare Center and Griffin Home for the aged. Gertrude married Lyle Elliott on March 5, 1935 at St. Paul Catholic Church, he predeceased her in 2005. She is survived by son Michael J. (Patricia) Elliott of Owosso; daughter Patricia (Ross) Greenwald of Fenton; 9 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great granddaughter. Gertrude is predeceased by her husband Lyle, son Tom, one grandchild, two sisters and one brother. Memorial Contributions are suggested to St. Paul Catholic Church, Memorial Healthcare Hospice or Avalon Hospice. Margaret Ella Helen White
Margaret Ella Helen White, the former Margaret Unterbrink passed away January 28, 2012 at her home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 12:30pm Saturday, February 4, 2012 at St. Paul Catholic Church with Monsignor George Michalek officiating and burial to follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Laingsburg. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Friday from 2 to 8pm with a Rosary prayed at 7pm. Margaret was born July 30, 1936 in Howell, the daughter of Lawrence and Helen (Hayhoe) Unterbrink. She married Lawrence E. White in Angola, Indiana on November 17, 1958. Margaret graduated from Ovid High School in 1954 and Michigan State University in 1962, Her life's work and and vocation was teaching. She taught for 26 years and the nurturing of her students was always first and foremost on her mind. She started her teaching career in Morrice, MI teaching Home Economics and coaching basketball for 2 years. She then converted her certificate to elementary education and filled a fourth grade vacancy at Carland which was one of the county schools in the district. Following the move from Carland to the new building in Ovid in 1967 she remained in that position until her retirement in 1989. A long time Ovid area resident she did volunteer work in Mexico and Costa Rica. She also was a volunteer at the Owosso Memorial Healthcare Center, a docent at the Shiawassee Arts Center, a member of the Michigan Education and National Education Associations. She was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma, Potpourri Herb Guild, the Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel, the Ovid-Elsie Community Fund of the Capital Region Community Foundation of Lansing, a member of St. Paul's Catholic Church in Owosso and the Catholic Ladies of Service. She will always be remembered for her love of gardening and traveling. She was an Advanced Master Gardener of Shiawassee County. As Margaret begins her new journey, she leaves behind three children, son Gregory (Margaret) White, Monica (Mike) Manninen and Renata White; her brothers Paul (Marsha) Unterbrink and Leo (Judy) Unterbrink; five grandchildren Gregory (Melinda) White, Maryelise White, Lawrence Miller, Christian and Chrystal Sochay. She is predeceased by her husband Lawrence, parents Lawrence and Helen Unterbrink, an older sister Irene Janice Smith and nephews Douglas and Raymond Smith. Memorial Contributions are suggested to St. Vincent Catholic Charities. Danny Phillips
Age 53, of Owosso passed away after a long illness on Monday, January 30, 2012. Funeral Services will be held 11am Friday, February 3, 2012 at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Fr. David Fisher officiating and burial to follow at St. Paul Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Thursday from 2 to 8pm with a Rosary prayed at 6pm. Danny was born January 22, 1959 in Owosso, the son of Albert E. Phillips and Peggy S. Cabala. He was a graduate of Flint Northwestern High School and also attended Mott College as a student of Business Management. He was a dedicated worker in the field of retail/grocery sales. He loved spending time with his family and was a loving and loyal father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle and friend to anyone who knew him, but Danny was happiest when talking about his children. He was very proud of and loved them very much. They were his world. Danny loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter, fisherman and gardener. He was also a phenomenal story teller, whose presence and infectious laugh lit up any room he was in. He is survived by his five children Stephanie, Matt, Alexander, Justin and Cassandra; his mother Peggy Cabala; his siblings Allen (Mychelle) Phillips, Tracie (Mark) Mills, Terri (Al) Clark, Genevieve Clark, Dr. Peter (Jennifer) Cabala and Eddie (Sunny) Cabala; three grandchildren Jalen, Laeni and Aybre; many nieces, nephews and other family members and friends. Danny is preceded in death by his baby daughter Danielle, his loving father Albert Phillips and his loving step-father Edwin Cabala. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the family.
Laverna H. Van Pelt
Age 100 of Owosso passed away Friday, January 27, 2012 at her home surrounded by her family. A Private Family Service was held 2pm Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Rev. Laura Lee Strawser officiating and burial followed at Oak Hill Cemetery. Laverna was born February 5, 1911 in Owosso, the daughter of John and Anna (Cutler) Nelson. She graduated from Owosso High School in 1929 and Michigan State University in 1970. Laverna was a member of the First Congregational Church, Memorial Healthcare Auxiliary, Ladies of Eastern Star, Owosso Country Club and was a board member for the YWCA. She enjoyed playing cards; including bridge and looked forward to family time and get-togethers. Laverna married J. Gordon Van Pelt in Owosso in 1935. She taught school for 30 years, 18 of those years as an Elementary School Teacher and 12 years as a Principal. Laverna is survived by he four children James G. (Sharon) Van Pelt Jr., Janet K. Kribs, Lynn A. (Van) Waugh and Mary Lou (Kyle) Jacobs; 11 grandchildren Jeff (Lynn) Van Pelt, Jodi (Mike) Kingsbury, Jenny Van Pelt, Rob (Sara) Kribs, Dr. Scott (Wendi) Kribs, Dr. James (Jennifer) Kribs, Sean Kribs, Kelly (Dwight) Wozney, Amy (Jeremy) Miglinas, Katie Jacobs and Gordon Jacobs; 19 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her husband Gordon, her parents, 3 sisters, 2 brothers and a son-in-law. Memorial Contributions are suggested to Hospice House of Shiawassee County or Charity of Choice. John Frolka
Age 87 of Owosso, peacefully passed into Heaven, Sunday, January 29, 2012 at Hazel Findlay Manor in St. Johns. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Wednesday from 5 to 8pm. A private family burial will be held. In John's earlier years, he was employed by General Motors. He also worked as a meat cutter. For the past 50 years, John owned and operated Frolka's Auto Service, where he made many friends. John was born June 3, 1924 in Owosso, the son of John and Mary (Bradac) Frolka. On July 27, 1946 he married Helen Salava. Together they raised seven children. John loved his family. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling, tending to his gardens and farming the family farm. He was a lifetime member of the Conservation Club, Detroit Sportsmens Club and Eagles. John is loved and will be greatly missed by his family. He is survived by his children John (Linda) Frolka, Marti (Richard) Manke, Janet (Rob) Lyon, David (Janet) Frolka, Donald (Julie) Frolka, Thomas Frolka and Doug (Vicki) Frolka; seventeen grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; brother Rudy Frolka; many nieces and nephews. John is predeceased by his wife Helen, grandson Zachary Frolka, brothers Joe and Frank Frolka, sisters Mary Scepka, Aggie Batora and Millie Mlynek. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions are suggested to Alzheimer's Association or Hazel Findlay Manor. Virginia M. Frink
Age 91 of Owosso passed away on Monday, January 30, 2012. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10am Thursday, February 2, 2012 at St. Paul Catholic Church with Fr. Michael O'Brien officiating and burial to follow at St. Paul Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home Tuesday from 6 to 8pm and Wednesday from 2 to 4pm and 6 to 8pm with a Rosary being prayed at 7pm by Fr. Kolenski. Virginia was born January 27, 1921 in Owosso, the daughter of William and Maude (Greene) Coe. She graduated from St. Paul Catholic School, class of 1939, where she was a member and would be employed as the "milk lady" until her retirement in 2010 after 39 years. Virginia married Elmore "Buck" Frink at St. Paul Catholic Church on January 3, 1946. They recently celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary. She along with her husband raised seven children. Virginia was active in the church belonging to the Altar Society, Daughters of Isabella and volunteering at church events running concessions where she was famous for her pies. She will be remembered for her sense of humor, quick wit, generous spirit and "special" smile. Virginia had a love for dancing; especially the jitterbug. She is survived by her husband Buck; children Margaret (Ralph) Frisch, Mary Ellen (James) Hart, Jean (John) French, Tom (Sandra) Frink, Jan Jo (Jerry) Fedewa, Ginger (Michael) Sweet and John (Loretta) Frink; sixteen grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren; special niece Mary Ryan and friend Edith Brown. Virginia was predeceased by her parents, two brothers Maurice (Pauline) Coe and Glen (Julia) Coe and sister Mary Ellen Menear. Memorial Contributions are suggested to St. Paul School.
Pauline Baughan Reynolds
Age 87 of Owosso passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2012. A Private Service with burial has taken place and a Public Memorial Service will be announced in August of 2012. Pauline was born August 21, 1924 in Detroit, the daughter of Paul and Hazel Baughan. She graduated from Owosso Schools and earned her Bachelor's and Master's Degrees from Michigan State College. Pauline was a member of many organizations including M.A.R.S.P., A.A.U.W./Scribbler's Club, Delta Kappa Gamma and the Parkinson's Group. She was also treasurer of the Maple River Cemetery. Pauline married Douglas Wilcox Reynolds at the Maple River Church in Owosso on June 21, 1950. She was employed by Owosso Public Schools as an elementary school teacher for 48 years. Pauline is survived by her husband Douglas; son Rene (Chris Gallagher) Reynolds; granddaughter Hannah Miller-Reynolds; grandson Sam Reynolds; sister Carol Fae Baughan Park (James Park); sister-in-law Ruth Inez Noe; many nieces, nephews, cousins and other loving family members. Pauline's family would like to thank the staffs at Memorial Healthcare, Shiawassee County Medical Care Facility and McLaren Hospital for the excellent care Pauline was given. The family would also like to extend a special thank you to Pam Walter and John Hebekeuser who helped Pauline through this difficult journey. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the National Parkinson Foundation, Inc. Azile M. Grombir Age 83 of Owosso passed away peacefully on Monday, January 23, 2012 at Memorial Healthcare Center surrounded by her family. A Memorial Service will be held 4pm Saturday, January 28, 2012 at First United Methodist Church with Pastor Cal Long officiating. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Friday from 1 to 8pm. Azile was born August 30, 1928 in Corunna, the daughter of William and Hattie (Bruder) McEwen. She graduated from Owosso High School, class of 1948 and was a member of First United Methodist Church. Azile looked forward to time spent with her family; especially her grandchildren. She married Henry Grombir in Lennon on November 12, 1953, he predeceased her in 2007. Azile was a homemaker and spent most of her life raising and caring for her children, all while helping run the family milk hauling business. In her younger years she worked at both A& P and Giant Grocery Stores. She is survived by her son Joseph (Gerry) Grombir of New Lothrop; daughter Jane (Curt) Prater of Owosso; six grandchildren Dr. Chelsea Grombir, Joey Grombir, Haley Grombir, Tony Prater, Andrew Prater and Nick Prater; two sisters Murna (Wyman) Wager and Tracie Judd; sister-in-law Elaine McEwen; special friends Martha Ellis and Janet Pickle; many nieces, nephews and other loving family members. Azile is predeceased by her husband Henry, her parents William and Hattie, her father and mother-in-law Anthony and Elizabeth Grombir; brothers Alfred McEwen and William (Betty) McEwen, brother-in-law Charles Judd, sisters-in-law Helen Grombir and Mary (John) Zajdlik. Memorial Contributions are suggested to Owosso Hospice House or First United Methodist Church. Frank Charles Danek
Age 62 of Owosso passed away on Saturday, January 21, 2012 at his residence. Funeral Services will be held 11am Saturday, January 28, 2012 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Deacon Gary Edington officiating. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Friday from 4 to 8pm with at Rosary prayed at 7pm. Frank was born July 26, 1949 in Owosso, the son of Frank and Lora Danek. He graduated from Owosso High School class of 1968 and Ferris State University. Frank served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church and managed "the Morgue" band in the late 1960's. He enjoyed tinkering around the shop and fixing things. Frank is survived by his sisters Maureen (Dale) Welch, Anne Danek and Carol (Harold) Rappold; brothers Tom Danek and James (Michelle) Danek. He is predeceased by his parents. Memorial Contributions are suggested to St. Paul Catholic School. Shigeru Higa
Age 84 of Flint passed away on Saturday, January 14, 2012 at Memorial Healthcare Center. Cremation has taken place. Military Honors will be held 2pm Thursday, January 26, 2012 at Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly, Michigan. Shigeru was born on February 28, 1927 in Waianae, Hawaii, the son of Gazo and Kamata (Shimabukuro) Higa. He served in the United States Army during WWII and was employed with General Motors for 37 years. Shigeru loved taking trips; especially to the Casino, reading and collecting Owls and figures of Abraham Lincoln. He is survived by his brother Tamotsu (Katie) Higa; sisters Helen (Duke) Kakazu and Hester Higa; nieces Jenny Higa and her family and Sara (Steve) Pouillon and their family; many nieces, nephews and other loving family members back home in Hawaii; special friend Nancy Harrold. Shigeru is predeceased by his parents, sisters Pearl Cruz and Beatrice Higa and brothers Tokuyei, Tokuzen, Lawrence and Stanley Higa. Bruce Allen Sietsema
Age 52 of Owosso passed away Sunday, January 15, 2012 at Sparrow Hospital following an unexpected illness. Funeral Services will be held at noon on Friday, January 20, 2012 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Pastor John Walworth officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 4 to 8pm and on Friday, 11am until the time of service. Bruce was born December 16, 1959 in Muskegon, the son of Charles and Doreen (Karkanen) Sietsema. He graduated from Bridgeport High School, class of 1978 and attended Trade School in Bay City for several years. Bruce was a member of the First Baptist Church in Bridgeport, a member of the American Legion and a past member of the Eagles Club. Bruce loved to go camping and could always be counted on to start the bon fires and keep them going. He most recently enjoyed tinkering with snowmobiles. Bruce was a skilled tool and die maker and for the past several years was employed with Senk Tooling. He is survived by his father and step-mother Charles (Barbara) of Birch Run; sister Tammy (Carlos) Mistry of Bainbridge, GA.; three brothers Ken (Leanne) Sietsema of Crossville, TN., Larry Sietsema of Bainbridge, GA.; Brian (Beth) Sietsema of Owosso; step-son Jason Walters of Greenville, TN., step-sister Angela Elgie of Birch Run; nieces and nephews Jennifer, Charlie, Chelsea, Travis and Merissa; great niece and nephew Sophia and James. Bruce is predeceased by his mother Doreen and grand-parents. Although Bruce is gone from our sight, he will continue to live through others because of his donation of vital organs.
Ruth Grace Matzkanin
Age 88, of Owosso, went to be with the Lord Saturday, January 14, 2012 at Hospice House of Shiawassee County. Funeral services will be held at Grace Bible Church at 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 18. Pastor of Care Ministry Roger Rose and Pastor Jerry Walden will officiate. Visitation will held from 2 to 8 p.m. Tuesday with the family present from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at Nelson House. Burial will be at Oak Hill Cemetery. Ruth was born May 21, 1923 in Owosso, the daughter of Arthur and Susie (Harris) Bliss. Ruth Matzkanin attended Rush Center number 4 country school (one room brick with outhouse) northwest of Henderson as a child. Ruth graduated from Elsie High School in the class of 1942 which had 42 graduates. Ruth lived with the C. K. Richards family the first three years of high school and the Howard Allen family in her senior year and took care of the young children of both families. The attack on Pearl Harbor happened in Ruth's senior year. The Senior Class was called to the gym and listened to President Franklin Roosevelt address the nation on the day after Pearl Harbor was attacked on the radio. Ruth said everything changed for the class. They were no longer high school kids. Ruth desired to be a nurse. However, Ruth was enrolled in Owosso Business School by her Dad and learned Gregg shorthand and typing. Ruth became very proficient with the typewriter. After this Ruth worked for the State of Michigan Civil Service in Lansing doing stenciling to write job descriptions. Ruth then worked for Gamble Warehouse on South Shiawassee Street north of the Grand Trunk Railroad tracks. Following this Ruth worked for H. K. Allen Paper Company as a secretary. It was here that Alex and Ruth met. Alex was delivering mail as a temporary postal employee. Alex and Ruth were married June 4, 1947 at Burton Methodist Protestant church parsonage and traveled to Niagara Falls for their honeymoon. Ruth became a homemaker. Ruth went back to work taking a job as a cook at the then brand new Owosso High School in 1962 in the cafeteria where she worked for several years before going back to office work in the Veterans Affairs Office in Corunna for a number of years. In approximately 1957 Ruth's family started to attend Grace Bible Church. Alex and Ruth each received Jesus Christ as Personal Savior. Both Alex and Ruth considered this to be the most important decision of their lives. Ruth was very happy that Arthur, Martha, and Chester received Jesus Christ as Personal Savior because she knew someday the whole family would be together in heaven. Ruth was a Sunday School teacher for girls, coordinated a Sunday School Christmas program, and helped coordinate Senior activities with Pauline Tipton and Alice Dahlberg. Ruth was interested in missions and supported the Radio Bible Class, Billy Graham, and the American Bible Society. Alex and Ruth became members of the church soon after they were baptized. Ruth believed reading the Bible and prayer were important aspects of her Christian faith. Ruth's Christian faith gave Ruth peace in her heart to be kind and gentle, to not complain, and to have a strong unspoken resolve to do what was morally correct in all areas of her life. Lake City was where the family would spend part of the summer in the early 1960's at Alex and Ruth's cabin on Sapphire Lake when the kids were still in school. Ruth enjoyed "rockhounding" especially on the beaches of Lake Superior and in the abandoned iron and copper mine piles in the Upper Peninsula. Alex and Ruth were involved with the Shiawassee Valley Gem and Rock Club for a number of years. Ruth enjoyed her travels to England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland, a train trip from Toronto to Vancouver with an air flight back to Toronto plus many bus tours in the United States. Art and Ruth drove around Lake Superior, flew to New York City for a several days visit, drove to Gettysburg, Pennsylvania and Sharpsburg, Maryland (Antietam Creek) to examine Civil War battlefields (Ruth's great grandfather Edwin Harris was present at Gettysburg and fought at Antietam Creek), and drove to Chicago for the Antiques Road Show at Navy Pier. Ruth took trips with Martha to destinations in Indiana and Michigan. Alex and Ruth also took many driving vacations. Ruth loved her dogs. Ruth's last dog was an eight pound white and black papillon named Maggie that loved to be around people. Ruth liked to groom Maggie, take Maggie for walks and rides, and help Maggie to get in her bed every night made up of rugs and towels located by Ruth's bed. Ruth enjoyed keeping house, cooking, gardening, reading, and playing her piano in earlier years and then the electronic keyboard. Ruth volunteered to help students improve their reading skills at Bryant School for a few years. Ruth also was a Cub Scout Den Mother. A special thank you to Debbie Selleck who gave Ruth sponge baths three times a week and assisted Ruth with her personal care between June 7 and January 4 which helped Mom to stay home through January 4 despite Ruth's Alzheimer's Disease and the volunteers at Hospice House of Shiawassee County who showed Ruth the love of Christ like Ruth was their own mother. Ruth had an unwavering trust in Art as he cared for her. Memorial donations are suggested to Grace Bible Church, Shiawassee Humane Society, or Hospice House of Shiawassee County. Ruth is survived by her son Arthur of Owosso and daughter Martha (Robert Byington) of Hastings, grandchildren Sarah (Stu Konynenbelt) of Kentwood, and Eric of Grand Rapids, and great grand child Owen. Ruth is survived by several nieces and nephews. Ruth was predeceased by Chester in 1969 and Alex in 1986, and sisters Mary Bliss and baby Ellen, and brothers George, William, Earl, and baby. Jean T. Gasparovic
Jerry Zalesak
Age 73 of Owosso passed away on Friday, January 13, 2012 after a long battle with Parkinson's disease. A Memorial Service will be held 11am Monday, January 16, 2012 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Deacon Gary Edington officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 2 to 4pm and 6 to 8pm with an Eagles Memorial Service at 7pm. Jerry was born on December 30, 1938 in Owosso, the son of George and Marie (Marek) Zalesak. He was a Corunna High School graduate, class of 1957. Jerry was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus and Eagles #851. He enjoyed polkas, motorcycles, snowmobiling and shuffle board. Most of all, Jerry looked forward to time spent with family. He married Bonna Wilkins on November 21, 1987 in Owosso. Jerry retired from General Motors after 35 years of service. He was employed by B & J Car Care and CarQuest through the years. He is survived by his wife Bonna; three sons Mike (Kathy) Zalesak, Jeff (Tammy) Zalesak and Mark (Dana) Zalesak; three daughters DeEtta (Jess) Patrick, Nanette (Bob) Leodler and Holly (Eric) Byrnes; grandchildren Karey, Thomas, Christina, Cody, Danielle, Caleb, Kreig, Kendle, Robbie, Madalyn and Jack; great-grandson Vincent; sisters Helen Kalisek, Ann Danek, Lilian (Frank) Kiszka, Rose (Richard) Villegas and Jean Basso. Jerry is predeceased by his parents and brother Frank. Memorial Contributions are suggested to Shiawassee County Medical Care Facility. James H. Bean
Age 88 of Owosso and N. Fort Meyers, Florida where he passed away on Sunday, January 8, 2012. Funeral Services will be held 10am Saturday, January 14, 2012 at St. Paul's Catholic Church with Fr. Michael O'Brien officiating and burial to follow at St. Paul's Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Friday from 2 to 8pm with at Rosary prayed at 7pm and a 4th degree Chalice Ceremony to follow. James was born on January 8, 1924, the son of Harvey and Margaret (Dynes) Bean in Lancaster, NY. He was a 1941 graduate of St. Paul's Catholic School, attended Michigan State University and served in the United States Army during WWII. James married Rose Parisian on May 8, 1943 she predeceased him on May 5, 1993. On November 26, 1994 he married Marion (Bowles) McKowen at St. Paul's Catholic Church. James enjoyed playing card games; especially bridge. He was an avid golfer having belonged to the Owosso Country Club. He was a member of the American Legion, the Elks and Knights of Columbus 4th degree. James cherished spending time with his grandchildren. He owned and operated Jim Bean Co. for several years and had been employed by Helman's Plastics, M & S Soda Pop Shop in Westown and was an agent for Prudential Insurance. James is survived by his wife Marion; children Tamera Hagan, Constance Hall, John Bean, David (Sue) Bean, Shelley Bean, Lisa (Brian) Ward; 13 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild; step-children Tim (Judy) McKowen, Constance Gurden, Richard McKowen, Michelle Whipple, Robert (Lisha) McKowen, Kent (Monica) Smith; 16 step-grandchildren and 13 great step-grandchildren. He is predeceased by his first wife Rose, son James Bean, parents, brother Dick Bean and sister Peggy Bean. Memorial Contributions are suggested to St. Paul's School. Reta L. Soper
Age 50 of Owosso, passed away on Thursday, January 5, 2012 at her residence. A Memorial Service will be held 11am Saturday, January 14, 2012 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Pastor John Walworth officiating and visitation from 10am until the time of service. Reta was born on September 30, 1961 in Owosso, the daughter of Dale and Daisy (Root) Soper. She was an Owosso High School graduate and enjoyed art, painting and music. Reta enjoyed fishing and loved the scenery and landscape of Alaska. She loved all animals; especially her cat. Reta is survived by her children Patrick (Nichole) Mason, Erica (Jason) Tompa and Tara Mason; grandchildren Calvene and Aleena; brothers Roger Soper and Ronald Soper; sister-in-law Marjorie Constine; many nieces, nephews and other loving family members and friends. She is predeceased by her parents and grandparents. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the Shiawassee County Humane Society or Shriner's. Louis S. Surik
Age 94 of Owosso passed away on Saturday, December 31, 2011. Military Honors will be held 3pm Thursday, January 5, 2012 at Nelson-House Funeral Home and visitation from noon to 3pm. Louis was born on March 31, 1917, in Detroit, the son of Joseph and Agnes Surik. He attended Owosso Schools, St. Joseph Catholic Church and served in the United States Army during WWII from 1941 thru 1945, serving in Italy and Africa. Louis was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed playing card games and loved listening to music especially Polka's. Louis married Shirley Berry on June 5, 1948, in Owosso. He was employed by Consumers Energy for 31 years, retiring in 1976. Louis is survived by his wife Shirley, his brother George, and several nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his daughter Sandra, his parents, 3 brothers Frank, John and Charles Surik and two sisters Mary Krajcovic and Josie Kim. In lieu of flowers, please consider Memorial Contributions to Memorial Healthcare Hospice or VFW Owosso Post 9455. Online condolences may be sent to the family at Nelson-House.com.
Cheryl L. Danner
Age 62 of Owosso passed away on Saturday, December 31, 2011. Funeral Services will be held 6pm Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Pastor Rodger DeVore officiating. Burial to take place at Roseland Park Cemetery in Berkley. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 6 to 8pm and on the day of service from 2 to 4pm. Cheryl was born on July 22, 1949 in Pontiac, the daughter of Robert Lee and Marie Helen (Gould) Danner. She attended the First Church of the Nazarene, was a member of the A.R.C. and WIN Center. Cheryl enjoyed watching her favorite TV programs including Little House on the Prairie, Lucille Ball, Leave it to Beaver and all the oldies. She loved the Tigers and was their No. 1 Fan and an avid collector of their memorabilia. Cheryl is survived by her sister Suzanne (Ivan) Findlay; brother William (Linda) Danner; niece Danna Findlay; nephews Christopher and Michael Danner and Kevin and Kent Findlay; 2 great nephews and 1 great niece. She is predeceased by her parents. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the A.R.C. Lois Ann Kindred
Age 78 of Owosso passed away on Friday, December 30, 2011 at the Hospice House of Shiawassee County. Funeral Services will be held 11am Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Chad Neller officiating and burial to follow at Oak Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 2 to 8pm. Lois was born on February 10, 1933 in Ovid, the daughter of John and Marguerite (Holden) Taft. She graduated from Ovid High School, class of 1951, was a volunteer
at Memorial Healthcare Center and Lois married Arnold Wheeler Kindred Jr. on June 9, 1951 in Ovid and spent her life raising and caring for her family. She is survived by her husband Arnold; daughters Teresa (JayTee) Morton, Janet (Dean) Ison, Denise (Rick) Bean, Donna (Chris) Kobe and Nancy (Mitch) Keeton; grandchildren Trent, Rachel, James, Traci, Robert, Jarrod, Michael, Magin, Andrew and Jessi; 10 great-grandchildren. Lois is predeceased by her parents, brother Robert Taft and sisters Ellen Lowe and Mary Richardson. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions are suggested to Hospice House of Shiawassee County. Eliane G. Goodwin Age 91 of Owosso passed away Friday, December 30, 2011 at the Olive Branch in Perry. A Memorial Service will be held 4pm Wednesday, January 4, 2012 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Reverend Ray Strawser officiating and visitation from noon until the time of service. Eliane was born on January 14, 1920 in Rouen, France the daughter of Andre and Eveone Danoix. She enjoyed gardening, watching old movies and caring for her children and grandchildren. Eliane is survived by her son Gary (Sandra) Goodwin; grandsons Aaron (Chris) Goodwin and Matt (Sheila) Goodwin; brother Jack Danoix in France; niece Ruth Rensberry and nephew Elson Goodwin; many other nieces, nephews and loving family members. She is predeceased by her husband Everett Goodwin. Memorial Contributions are suggested to Alzheimer's Research. David James Baldwin
Age 63 of Laingsburg passed away on December 28, 2011 at Funeral Services will be held 11am Saturday, December 31, 2011 at Immanuel Baptist Church in Corunna with Dr. Douglas Jackson and Pastors Steve Brown and Doug LesVesque officiating. Burial will follow at Reed Cemetery in Victor Township. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Friday from 2 to 4pm and 7 to 9pm. David was born on December 13, 1948 in Port Huron, the son of Glen and Donna (Jones) Baldwin. He graduated from Port Huron High School, class of 1967 and Maranatha Baptist Bible College in 1973. David was a member of Laingsburg First Baptist Church where he served as Head Deacon and was a board member of the M.A.A.C.S. and Maranatha Baptist Bible College. He was an avid hunter of deer, turkey and bear and also loved to trap wild game. David married Linda Horton on June 10, 1972 in Tipton, Ohio. He was a teacher and coach for various Christian Schools and most recently had been a Principal at Grove Christian School. For the past 11 years he has owned and operated Trust Thermal in Owosso. David is survived by his wife Linda; three daughters April (Mark) Wilson of St. Johns, Jenny (Josh) Park of Pennsylvania and Christie (Nick) Jones of Ovid; one son David (Bethany) Baldwin of Owosso; eight grandchildren Haley, Cutler, Brayden, Gavin, Delaney, Joshua, Micah and Levi; two brothers Fred (Kathy) Baldwin of Port Huron and Robert (Debbie) Baldwin of North Branch; several nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents, sister Diane Aston and brother Rick Baldwin. Memorial Contributions are suggested to Laingsburg Christian School. Cheryl Lynn LeMarble
Age 54 of Owosso passed away on Tuesday, December 27, 2011 at the Hospice House of Shiawassee County. A Memorial Service will be held 1pm Friday, December 30, 2011 at First Baptist Church of Owosso with Pastor Ray Strawser officiating. Cheryl was born on June 1, 1957 in Mt. Clemens, the daughter of Albert and Carol (Evelyn) LeMarble. She graduated from Ovid-Elsie High School and attended Ross Medical School for nursing. Cheryl drove ambulance for Owosso Township and was employed by Chemical Bank as a teller at the Southside office. She enjoyed traveling the United States with her favorite destinations being San Francisco, New Orleans and Washington DC. Cheryl looked forward to time spent with family; especially her grandchildren. She is survived by her children Derrick LeMarble and Leslie (Zim) Bruckman; grandchildren Meegan Austin, Zia Bruckman and Sophia LeMarble; father and step-mother Albert and Agnes LeMarble; mother Carol LeMarble; sisters Marilyn, Marie and Debbie; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Cheryl is predeceased by her grandparents. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Hospice House of Shiawassee County. Caroline (Bulemore) Voorhies
Age 86 of Corunna passed away on Tuesday, December 27, 2011 at Hospice House of Mid-Michigan. Funeral Services will be held 11am Friday, December 30, 2011 at Juddville United Methodist Church with Rev. Paul Amstutz and Rev. Dr. Janet Engler officiating and burial to follow at Elmwood Cemetery in New Lothrop. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home Thursday from 2 to 8pm and Friday at the church from 10am until the time of service. Caroline was born on August 4, 1925 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, the daughter of Alexander and Katherine (Gammel) Heidenreich. She was a member of Juddville United Methodist Church for 67 years, the VFW Ladies Auxillary in Corunna where she served as President and Owosso Eagles Aerie. Caroline enjoyed quilting, ceramics, painting and playing card games. She was employed through the years at Universal Electric and Flint Osteopathic Hospital as a nurse aid. Caroline married LaVerne G. Bulemore on December 1, 1945, he predeceased her in 1976. She then married Clifford Voorhies, he predeceased her. She is survived by her children Larry (Peggy) Bulemore, Gary Bulemore, David (Maryanne) Bulemore, Allan (Sandra) Bulemore and Kathy (Greg) Kamlay; grandchildren Brian Bulemore, Katie (Brian) Hartsuff, Kasey Bulemore, Jacqueline (Michael) Tust, Danny Bulemore, Todd Bulemore, Cory Bulemore, Leslie McKee, Michael (Shannon) Megiveron, Ryan Megiveron, Michael (Mende) Samson, Tim Samson, Danielle (Matt) Skinner; great-grandchildren Braden Hartsuff, Annabelle Tust and Derrick Samson; several nieces and nephews. Caroline is predeceased by husbands LaVerne G. Bulemore and Clifford Voorhies, daughters-in-law Kathleen Bulemore and Judith Bulemore, sister Margaret Prevost and brothers Harold Dazey and Vernon Heidenreich. Memorial Contributions are suggested to Juddville United Methodist Church or Donor's Choice. Kay E. "Marks" Sveda
Age 69 of Corunna, Loving wife and mother, passed away on Sunday, December 25, 2011 at Memorial Healthcare Center. Funeral Services will be held 11am Wednesday, December 28, 2011at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Pastor John Walworth officiating and burial to follow at Oak Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday from 2 to 8pm. Kay was born on March 14, 1942 in Owosso, the daughter of Alfred and Frances (Pomikal) Marks. She was a 1960 graduate of Owosso High School and enjoyed traveling including trips to the Casino. Kay was an "animal lover" especially dogs and cats, enjoyed nature and looked forward to being outdoors with the birds and flowers. She was an avid Tigers baseball fan; never missing a game. Kay married Richard D. Sveda at St. John's United Church of Christ on February 22, 1964. She spent many years at home raising and taking care of her family and 20 years at Memorial Healthcare Center as a ward clerk. Kay is survived by her husband Richard; son Michael (Beth) Sveda; daughter Kristen (Don) Wilson; three step-grandchildren Dana (Chelsea) Hartweg, Evan and Elijah Hartweg; sister Nancy (Richard) Kroske; nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her parents. The family would like to send a special "thank you" to Memorial Healthcare 2-North for such a great staff. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Shiawassee County Humane Society. Gordon O. Woodworth
Age 78 of Corunna passed away on Wednesday, December 21, 2011. Funeral Services will be held 11am, Monday, December 26, 2011at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Pastor Cal Long officiating and burial to follow at Roselawn Cemetery in Perry. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 6 to 8pm and Sunday from 2 to 8pm. Gordon was born March 12, 1933 in Venice Township, the son of Otto and Hazel (Fulton) Woodworth. He graduated from Perry High School, class of 1951, served in the United States Air Force, attended the First United Methodist Church and was a member of the Fraternal Order of Police. Gordon married Dorothy Jean Aldrich in Shepardsville on June 9, 1957. He was employed by the 66th District Court for 50 years as a processor and the Owosso Police Department for 25 ½ years. Gordon also worked at Economy Mills and Memorial Healthcare Center as a security Guard. He is survived by his wife Dorothy; children Donald (Sherrye) Woodworth, Alan (Jackie) Woodworth and Debra Tobey; seven grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren; brothers Merle (Rosemary) Woodworth and Larry (Charlet) Woodworth; many nieces and nephews. Gordon is predeceased by his parents, his first wife Barbara Jean Woodworth in 1955 and brothers Howard and Dallas Woodworth and his father and mother-in-laws Roswell and Ella May Aldrich. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the Memorial Healthcare Hospice. Hal W. Degerstrom
Age 86 of Owosso passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 20, 2011 with his loving wife of 61 years Sue Degerstrom by his side. Funeral Services will be held 1pm, Friday, December 23, 2011 at Christ
Episcopal Church in Owosso with Reverend Leslie Harding officiating.
Friends and Family are invited to attend a visitation on Thursday, December
22, 2011 from 3pm to 7pm at Nelson-House Funeral Home and on Friday
from noon until the time of service.
William Eugene Tejkl
Age 62 of Owosso passed away on Friday, December 16, 2011 at his home. Funeral Services will be held 2pm Wednesday, December 21, 2011 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Reverend Chris Higgins officiating and visitation will be from 1pm until the time of service. William was born on May 5, 1949 in Owosso, the son of Frank and Lois (Swan) Tejkl. He graduated from Corunna High School, class of 1967, served in the United States Army and the National Guard. William was a member of the V.F.W. and the American Legion. Before suffering from a stroke William was employed by Oldsmobile and Meijers. He is survived by his daughter Cheryl Tejkl; longtime loving companion Sandy Butcher; step-children William Wilkinson, Julie Butcher and Angelia Vincent; brothers Tom, John and Doug Tejkl; eight step-grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. William is predeceased by his parents and brother Frank. Memorial Contributions are suggested to Shiawassee County Humane Society. David O. Sutton
Age 68 of Vernon, passed away on Sunday, December 18, 2011, at McLaren Hospital in Flint, after a two month courageous battle with non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma. David was born June 24, 1943, to Clyde and Marion P. (Russell) Sutton in Owosso and was educated in Corunna Public Schools, graduating with the Class of 1961. David married Martha Beldyga on August 13, 1966 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Owosso and they recently celebrated 45 years of marriage together. After graduating from high school he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in January 1962 and served his country for eight years, having had tours of duty at several bases in the United States, Korea and two tours of duty in Southeast Asia during the Vietnam War as a jet engine mechanic on the F-4 Phantom fighters. After discharge from the Air Force, he worked as a car and truck mechanic at various dealerships and trucking companies, with his last ten years being spent at Gordon Food Service in South Lyon as a Thermo-King refrigeration mechanic. Due to declining health because of COPD, emphysema and asbestos, he retired at the age of 55 and became home-bound. On May 23, 2004, he began his "second life" with a left-lung transplant at U of M. God blessed him with seven and one-half years of wonderful life thereafter. By way of giving back for these additional years, David was very involved with Respite (recipient of the Volunteer Inspiration Award in 2008), Memorial Healthcare Hospice (recipient of the Volunteer of the Year Award in 2010), the Gift of Life of Michigan, President of the Huff & Puff Lung Support Group in Flint, the U of M Lung Transplant Support Group (recipient of the Outstanding Peer Mentor and Volunteer Award in 2011) and was a driver for Transportation Solutions of Owosso. It was his nature to do whatever he could to help other people and rarely turned down a request. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Durand. He loved to ride his V-Star motorcycle, enjoyed fishing and especially enjoyed bowling. He and Martha also loved to travel, stay in bed and breakfast inns every summer, and wander through antique stores. David proudly participated in the U.S. Transplant Games in Pittsburg, PA in 2008, and Madison, WI in 2010. He is survived by his loving wife Martha; his loving children, son David W. of Vernon and daughters Melanie (Michael) Stapelman of Seattle, Washington and Melissa Sutton of Fenton; his mother Marion P. Sutton of Grand Rapids; brothers William (Carol) Sutton of Montrose, Grant (Dinah) Sutton of Grand Rapids, brother-in-laws Leonard Beldyga and Dennis (Sheryl) Beldyga; sister-in-law Kay Beldyga; aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Additionally, David is survived by two precious grandchildren whom he enjoyed so dearly for eleven months, Emelia Star Panter and Brandon Michael Stapelman. He is predeceeded in death by his father Clyde, grandparents, in-laws and brother-in-law Ronald Beldyga. A Mass of Christian burial will be held in celebration of David's Life 10:30am Wednesday, December 21, 2011 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Durand with Fr. Jeffrey Poll, as the celebrant. Rites of committal will follow in St. Paul's Cemetery, Owosso after a luncheon at the church. Visiting hours will be Tuesday 1 to 8pm at Nelson-House Funeral Home with a scripture reading at 7pm. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy are suggested to Memorial Healthcare Hospice, Respite of Shiawassee County, Gift of Life and St. Mary's Catholic Church. "Every day was very precious to him". William Edward Biergans
Age 84 of Owosso passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 in Owosso. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10am Saturday, December 17, 2011 at St. Paul Catholic Church with Fr. Michael O'Brien officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 2 to 8 pm with at Rosary prayed at 7pm. William was born on February 10, 1927 in St. Johns, the son of Edward J. and Barbara E. (Evert) Biergans. He was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, Hiawatha Hunting Club, Homebuilders Association and served in the Merchant Marines. He organized many outings; including Veterans Invitational Golf Annual Event for the past 32 years. William loved hunting, was an avid golfer and enjoyed playing cards. He worked at Wolverine Signs and in 1949 partnered with John Waldie and started Waldie & Biergans Builders. He married Barbara Joyce (Haupt), who was the love of his life at St. Paul Catholic Church on October 10, 1953. William is survived by his wife Barbara; children Mary Brown (Bill Nichols), Barbara (Joseph) Doucette, Teresa (John) Cook, Robert (Allison) Biergans and Susan Krantz; grandchildren Collin, Taylor, Kaylee, Anna, Wil, Kennedy and Maddie Sue; sister Helen Waldie. He is predeceased by his brother Paul and brother-in-law John Waldie. The family would like to extend a special "Thank you" to the staff at Welcome Home Assisted Living for the wonderful care they gave William. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the Shiawassee County Humane Society or St. Paul Catholic Church. Sherry Knoblauch
Age 66 of Corunna passed away on Saturday, December 10, 2011. Funeral Services will be held 11am Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Pastor John Walworth officiating. The family will receive friends on Tuesday at the funeral home from 4 to 8pm. Sherry was born on March 7, 1945 in Owosso, the daughter of Ernie and Marie (Buehler) Bartz. She graduated from Owosso High School, class of 1963. Sherry had a love for all animals; from horses, that she would ride anywhere to dogs. She was known for taking in all "strays" and especially loved her long time pet and companion "Mittzie". She married Vasus Knoblauch in Owosso in 1980, he predeceased her in 2007. Sherry has worked for Owosso Public Schools and Strawsine's through the years. She is survived by her son Milvern Knoblauch; 4 grandchildren; mother Marie; step-children Bernadette, Suzette, Denise and Joseph; several step-grandchildren; sister Donna (Joe) Zamora; brother Bob (Suzanne) Bartz; many nieces, nephews and other loving family members. Sherry is predeceased by her husband Vasus, step-son Michael and father Ernie. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Shiawassee County Humane
Society. David A. Brady
Age 52 of Owosso passed away on Thursday, December 8, 2011 at Sparrow Hospital. Funeral Services will be held 5pm Monday, December 12, 2011 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Pastor James Bare officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 1 to 3pm and 5 to 8pm and on Monday from 3pm until the time of service. David was born on November 19, 1959 in Owosso, the son of Harold and Janet (Rigling) Brady. He was a 1978 graduate of Owosso High School, a member of Salem Lutheran Church and was employed by General Motors Truck and Bus. David loved fishing, was an avid U of M "football fan", enjoyed watching NASCAR races at MIS, grilling out at family get-togethers and bike rides with friends and family. He is survived by his son Michael (Kristin) Brady; 2 daughters Courtney Robinson (Mike Nemeth) and Brooke Brady; grandchildren Gabe and Kylie; father Harold; sisters Linda Hardman and Kris Kraiger (Jeff Ash); many aunts, uncles, special friend Tami McNamara and other loving family members and friends. David is predeceased by his mother Janet, his brother Mark Brady and grandparents. Memorial contributions are suggested to the family. Ernestine M. Homola
Age 86 of Owosso passed away on Wednesday, December 7, 2011 at Memorial Healthcare Center. Funeral Services will be held 11am Monday, December 12, 2011 at First Church of Christ with Ron Wilson officiating and burial to follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Sunday at the funeral home from 2 to 4pm and 6 to 8pm. Ernestine was born on October 19, 1925 in Owosso, the daughter of Ernest and Esther Mae (Gokee) Rolfe. She was an Owosso High School graduate, class of 1943 and was a member of the First Church of Christ and active in Bible study. Ernestine married Louis Homola on December 7, 1946 in Owosso and he predeceased her on November 16, 1998. She enjoyed gardening, canning, sewing, taking care of her home and raising and caring for her family. Ernestine looked forward to volunteering for Memorial Healthcare Ladies Auxiliary and participating with the Prime Timers. She is survived by her two sons Ken (Mary) Homola and Jim Homola both of Owosso; grandchildren Nicole (Ryan) Throne, Jared (Shannon) Homola, Christopher Reich and Elizabeth Reich; special family member Katie Hartsell; sister Velma Ross of Williamston. Ernestine was predeceased by her husband Louis, daughter Penny, her parents and brother Theodore Rolfe. Memorial Contributions are suggested to Charity of Donors Choice. Doyle L. Olney
A Funeral Service will be held 5pm Saturday, December 10, 2011 at Nelson House Funeral Home with Pastor Cal Long officiating and visitation from 1pm until the time of service. Doyle was born on December 21, 1930 in Manton, Michigan, the son of Nelson and Anna (Shively) Olney. He graduated from Manton High School, attended GMI and served in the United States Naval Reserves. Doyle attended the United Methodist Church and was a past president of Vagabonds. He enjoyed traveling; including wintering in Bradenton, Florida, being outdoors fly fishing, hunting, in past years skiing, most of all golfing. Doyle looked forward to square dancing and traveling with the "Yellow Rockers". He married Viberta Hanthorn in Manton on July 23, 1950. Doyle was employed by General Motors Truck and Bus as a die maker for 44 years. He is survived by his wife Viberta of 61 years; children Cheryl (Paul) Martinez and Dr. James (Dr. Betty Hibler) Olney; grandchildren Scott (Christina) Martinez, Andrew Olney, Kristen Olney and Erik Olney; 2 great-grandchildren Reese and Elodie; 2 brothers Roger (Jean) Olney and Dennis (Ruth) Olney. Doyle is predeceased by granddaughter Stacey Martinez; parents Nelson and Anna; baby-brother Wayne. Memorial Contributions are suggested to St. Judes or Make- A- Wish foundation. Kenneth L. Kinne
Age 76 of Owosso passed away suddenly on Sunday, December 4, 2011 at his home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30am Friday, December 9, 2011 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Durand. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Wednesday from 6 to 8pm and Thursday from 2 to 8pm with a Rosary prayed at 5pm. Kenneth was born on September 17, 1935 in Lansing, the son of Gurney and Pearl (Mayhew) Kinne. He was a Durand High School graduate, a member of St. Mary's Church in Durand and the Knights of Columbus (3rd and 4th Degree). Kenneth married Patricia A. Sheldon in Owosso on October 27, 1956. He enjoyed bowling, playing golf, puzzles, high school football games and going to craft shows. He was employed by Memorial Healthcare Center for 15 years and Stoner's Dry Cleaners for 32 years. Kenneth is survived by his wife Patricia of 55 years; daughter Alice Smith; son Robert (Lisa) Kinne; daughter-in-law Deanna Kinne; 4 grandsons, 2 granddaughters and 2 great-granddaughters; 2 beloved cats Sambo and Sheldon. He is predeceased by his son Richard; brother John; parents Gurney and Pearl Kinne. Memorial Contributions are suggested to St. Mary's Church in Durand. Michael Patrick Coe
Dearest Loving Brother of Mary Ryan, age 56 of Owosso passed away Saturday, December 3, 2011 at Memorial Healthcare Center. A Memorial Service will be held 1pm Wednesday, December 7, 2011 at Nelson-House Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on the day of service from 10 am until the time of service. Michael was born September 15, 1955 in Vancouver, British Columbia the son of Maurice W. and Pauline (Frank) Coe. He was a 1973 graduate of Owosso High School, attended John Wesley College, studied abroad in Spain and Mexico and was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church. Michael was a huge "sports fan", he looked forward to watching both basketball and football. He was an avid bowler, enjoyed fishing with his Dad, listening to music and swimming. He especially enjoyed spending time with his brother-in-law Dan. He was employed by the City of Owosso. Michael is survived by his birth mother, Mary Cherry of Honolulu, Hawaii; sister Mary (Dr. Daniel) Ryan of Flint; aunt and uncle Virginia (Elmore "Buck") Frink; many cousins; special friends Van Green, Vicky Mack, Tom Garvey, Merle Meece, Waylon Walter, Charm White and Michelle Settlemyre; many other friends from "New Directions" and all of his wonderful and caring friends from Greenwood Apartments. He is predeceased by his grandparents William and Kathryn (Green) Coe and Paul and Louise (Wegner) Frank; his parents Maurice and Pauline Coe. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Shiawassee County Mental Health "New Directions". Lena B. (Salter) Hertzberg
Age 81, loving wife, mother and grandmother of Owosso passed away on Sunday, December 4, 2011 at Oliver Woods Retirement Village. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, December 10, 2011 with visitation at 10 am until the time of service at 11am at Christ Episcopal Church with Rev. Leslie Harding officiating and burial to follow at Oak Hill Cemetery. Lena was born September 13, 1930 in St. Johns, the daughter of Arthur and Helen (Hunt) Salter. She married Arthur H. Hertzberg on April 16, 1949 in Maple Rapids. Lena was a member of Christ Episcopal Church and the Red Hatters. She enjoyed snowmobiling in her earlier years. Lena enjoyed reading novels, listening to music and family time at their cabin on Houghton Lake. She looked forward to trips to the Casino. Most of all, Lena loved spending time with her family; especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by her husband Arthur of 62 years; daughter Linda (Charles) Schaufele; son Tom (Nancy) Hertzberg; grandchildren Monica Harper (Garrett DeWyse); Eric (Stacy) Schaufele, Janelle (Thane) Beilby, Stacie Hertzberg (Bryan Caswell); 3 great-grandchildren Brendan, Chloe and Cameron; sister Betty Blemaster, brothers Donald (Katherine) Salter and Leon (Linda) Salter. Lena is predeceased by her parents, son Jerry, brothers Lawrence Salter, Stewart Salter, Robert Salter and Clare Salter, sister Marguerite Halsted and special sister-in-law Alta Mosher. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the American Legion 40 et 8 nursing scholarship fund or Christ Episcopal Church. Daniel C. Raymond
Age 48 of St. Johns passed away on Tuesday, November 29, 2011. A Memorial Service was held at 1pm Friday, December 2, 2011 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Fr. Dave Fisher officiating and burial followed at Riverside Cemetery in Henderson. Daniel was born March 9, 1963 in Owosso, the son of Donald and Mary (Hamlin) Raymond. He graduated from Owosso High School class of 1981, attended Ferris State University and was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. Daniel was an avid football fan; he especially loved the University of Michigan. He enjoyed golf and reading about sports. Daniel was an Area Director for Applebee's. He is survived by his mother Mary; sister Donna McAvoy; brother Donald Edward Raymond; nieces Courtney Raymond and Hannah McAvoy; nephew Garrett Raymond; many other loving family members and friends. Daniel is predeceased by his father and grandparents. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Joseph Catholic Church. Donna B. Oswald
Age 92 of Owosso passed away on November 30, 2011 at Shiawassee County Medical Care Facility. Funeral Services will be held 10am Saturday, December 3, 2011 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with burial to follow at West Haven Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 2 to 8pm. Donna was born in the Six Mile Creek Area on September 19, 1919 to Austin and Elizabeth (Wiedman) Spitler. She married Milo Van Luven on December 16, 1935. He predeceased her on February 6, 1975. Donna then married Tony Oswald on August 12, 1977 in Cheboygan where they resided until his death on December 2, 2006. She returned to Owosso at that time. Donna and her first husband Milo enjoyed riding motorcycles, camping and metal detecting, in thier later years they traveled throughout the United States. She and her second husband Tony looked forward to trips to the Casinos, traveling thru the Upper Peninsula and visits to her sons in Texas. Throughout the years Donna had worked at Redmonds, Ventrola and Universal Electric. She is survived by her daughter Patricia (Steve) Levitski; sons Larry (Sheila) Van Luven and Dale Van Luven; sisters Verna Stone, Marion Welch and Doris Bradish; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Donna was predeceased by her parents; sons Robert and James Van Luven; 2 brothers Alfred and Lawrence Spitler; 2 sisters Lois Hess and Loretta Wheeler. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Michigan Heart Association. Donald "Don" H. Mehigh
Age 77 of Corunna passed away Saturday, November 26, 2011 at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11am Thursday, December 1, 2011 at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Fr. Phillip Schweda officiating and burial to follow at Pine Tree Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 2 to 8 pm at the funeral home with a Rosary prayed at 6pm. Don was born on September 9, 1934 in Owosso, the son of Leon and Frances (Shenkus) Mehigh. He graduated from Corunna High School and served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He married Marilyn "Mert" McLane at St. Joseph Catholic Church on February 9, 1957 in Owosso. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. Don was a foreman at Fisher Body of Lansing and retired after 37 years of service. He served his community in many ways. Don was a Corunna City Councilman for more than 10 years and served on both the ambulance and fire boards. He was a founding member of the C.A.A.S. (Corunna Area Ambulance Service). Don was also well known as the "neighborhood auto body repairman" for many years. Don enjoyed bird and deer watching, hunting, fishing and carpentry. He found his greatest joy spending time with his family and his dogs Cinder and Chelsea. He is survived by his son Todd Mehigh of Corunna; daughter Trena Turnwald of Portage; brothers Richard (MaryAnn) Mehigh and Raymond (Sandy) Mehigh; sister Elaine Anderson; many nieces and nephews. Donald is predeceased by his wife Marilyn in 1999; parents Leon and Frances; brother Gene Mehigh; sisters Gloria Rasmussen and Margaret Owens; nephew Timothy Anderson. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Shiawassee County Humane Society. Peggy Ann Nicholas
May 30, 1931 - November 26, 2011 Peggy Ann Nicholas (nee Wheaton) passed away peacefully at her home in Owosso, Michigan. Born in Grand Falls, Texas she was a wonderful wife, devoted mother and sister who loved children and animals, especially cats. She taught Sunday school in the Presbyterian Church in Dallas & Chattanooga. Fun-loving, she enjoyed Big Band music, dancing, reading, movies and trivia. She lived in many places, including Switzerland. She is survived by her husband, Milton (Nick) Nicholas, children Judy Fearnside, Mark Nicholas, Kelly Nicholas, Valerie Kopcewicz and Ken Nicholas; sisters Billie Hames and Mary Andrus; sister-in-laws Elaine Gipson and Virginia Wheaton; nine grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to the Salvation Army. She was loved and will be missed by family and friends. A Memorial Service will be held 2pm, Saturday, December 3, 2011at Nelson House Funeral Home, Owosso. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 1pm until the time of service. Stuart "Stu" Miller
Age 77 of Owosso passed away on Wednesday, November 23, 2011. Funeral Services will be held 1pm Sunday, November 27, 2011 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Pastor John Miller officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday from 3 to 8pm. Stu was born December 29, 1933 in Bannister, the son of Horace and Margaret (Mentor) Miller. He attended Emerson Elementary School, Owosso High School and served in the United States Army. Stu enjoyed woodworking, riding motorcycles, racing snowmobiles, racing cars and taking trips to the Casino. He was know as a "jack of all trades" but most of all Stu's passion was flying his two air planes, one of which he built himself. He married Rosemarie Schlaack on July 27, 1957 in Owosso. Stu was the owner and operator of Miller Excavating. He is survived by his wife Rosemarie of 54 years; 4 daughters Cathy
(Ralph) Steinbrenner, Linda (Chris) Henry, Sandy Scott and Janet Davies;
son James (Kathleen) Miller; 11 grandchildren and 1 great-granddaughter; Stu is predeceased by his parents and a sister. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the Ronald McDonald House. Amy Labert
Age 41 of Owosso passed away Wednesday morning November 23, 2011 due to an automobile accident. Funeral services will be held on Monday 7:30 pm at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Pastor John Walworth officiating. The family will receive friends and visitors at the funeral home on Sunday 3pm to 8pm. Amy was born February 10, 1970 in Toledo, Ohio. She was a graduate of Owosso High School, class of 1988. She then went on to graduate from Michigan State University with a Bachelor Degree in Anthropology and Health and Humanities. This led her to working in Sales for Health Care Solutions located in Saginaw. Amy was a very active and passionate board member of the Shiawassee County Humane Society. She spearheaded the recently held fundraiser "Martini & Shopping Nite". Her drive and great passion came from her love of animals; especially her own Mattie.
She is survived by her mother and best friend; Patricia (Anderson) Skvarenina, brother Adam (Deirdre) Labert, her nephew Jordan, nieces Lexa and Makayla. Also several Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, and loving family members and many friends, especially lifelong friend, Tina Leland. Amy was predeceased by John Skvarenina her dad and her Grandparents. In lieu of flowers the family wishes to have memorials made to the Shiawassee County Humane Society in Memory of Amy Labert. Mary Lou Hagan
Mary Lou Hagan age 65 of Owosso, passed away on Sunday, November 20, 2011 at Memorial Healthcare Center in Owosso. She was born May 7, 1946 in Durand to John Raymond and Maxine (Reed) Hagan. Mary Lou was a Registered Nurse at Owosso's Memorial Healthcare Center for close to 27 years, where she touched many lives in the Critical Care Unit. She greatly enjoyed spending time with her five beloved nieces as well as at Lake Michigan in Grand Haven, MI. She was a member of the V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary Post #4005. Mary Lou is survived by three brothers Lyle (June) Hagan of Whitehall, Charles (Rande) Hagan of Byron and Edward (Patricia) Hagan of Corunna; five nieces, Mitzi (Ken) Ayotee of Byron, Michelle (Jeff) Anderson of Muskegon, Jennifer (Chris) Prince of Muskegon, Barbara Anthony of Byron and Tonya Hagan of Haslett; five great nephews, Maxwell, Zachary, Alex, Cody and Kase; two great nieces Kenzie and Lelah. Mary Lou was preceded in death by her parents John R. and Maxine; one brother John; and close friend Barbara Strom. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Owosso 11am Saturday, November 26, 2011 with Fr. Phillip Schweda officiating. Visitation with the family will be Friday, November 25th from 2 to 8pm at Nelson-House Funeral Home in Owosso with the V.F.W. Ladies Auxilary Post #4005 holding a Memorial Service at 6:30pm. Memorial Contributions to The American Diabetes Association or the VFW Ladies Auxilliary Post #4005 will be appreciated. Arlene M. (Beamish) Skaryd
Born in New Haven Township on May 15, 1918, Arlene was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She enjoyed cooking and baking, cards and travel. She was a member of Easton Church of Christ. She spent most of her life as a resident of New Haven Township, but has enjoyed being a resident at Oliver Woods Retirement Village in Owosso for the last five years. She is survived by her daughter-in-law Jane (Skaryd) Schurr and her husband John of North Ridgeville, Ohio; three granddaughters- Susan (Jim) Yobp of San Geronimo, CA, Barbara (Richard) Fecteau of Beverly, Mass, and Karen (Paul) Nelson of Danvers, Mass; three great grandsons- Frank and Harry Fecteau, and John Nelson, her sister Jean (Lee) Conklin of Owosso, her sister in law Rose Beamish of New Haven Township, her devoted nieces Karen (Matt) Henige and Sharon (Denny) Gross along with many other nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Frank, her son Laverne (Vern), three brothers- Ross, Carl, and Jay, and her sister Dorothy Stinson. Funeral Services will be held 11am Monday, November 28, 2011 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Reverend Dave Maltzan officiating and burial to follow at West Haven Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2 to 8pm at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the charity of one's choice. James Frederick Clark James Frederick Clark, 77, of Owosso passed away Sunday morning, November
20, 2011at Sparrow Hospice in Lansing. A Celebration of Life Service with Military Honors will be held 7pm
Wednesday, November 23, 2011 at Nelson-House Funeral Home. Family will
be present from 6pm until the time of service. A pharmacist for most of his working life, Jim had also pursued careers
as diverse as a newspaper photographer, racehorse owner, as an over-the
road truck driver, and spent two years serving in the U.S. Navy. Despite
an ethic devoted to hard work and independence that perhaps grew out
of his Detroit birth into the great depression, he may be best remembered
for his devotion to family, friends, and a lifetime pursuit of new experiences
and fun adventures. He was happiest making those around him happy, and
took special thrill in seeing young children grow and play happily. He is survived by wife Elizabeth, three daughters and one son, eight
grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Jack Ronald Smith
Age 78, passed away November 17, 2011. Funeral Services will be held 11am Wednesday, November 23, 2011 at the Duplain Church of Christ in St. Johns and burial will follow at Richfield Union Cemetery in Davison, MI. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Tuesday from 2 to 8pm with family present 2 to 4pm and 6 to 8pm. Jack was born on May 7, 1933 in Flint, Michigan, the son of Everett and Dorothy (Wilson) Smith. He married Margie Lee Ramsey on March 6, 1956 in Biloxi, Mississippi; she preceded him in death on October 13, 2010. Jack was also preceded in death by a son Ronald Caroll Smith. Having recently received Christ as Savior, Jack was greeted in heaven by both. Jack was a United States Veteran serving as an airman in the Air Force at Keesler Air Force Base in Mississippi. Living most of his life in Flint, Michigan, he was a retired employee of General Motors Truck/ Assembly Plant. He found his greatest joy in his family. An avid fan of many sports; he loved attending his sons' and grandchildren's activities to encourage them. He also found pleasure in watching sports on television with his family. Jack will be fondly missed by his family. He is survived by his son Everett (Stephanie) Smith; grandchildren Ben and Jamie Smith, Megan Smith, Jessica Smith, Aaron Smith and Sarah Smith; great granddaughter Ramsey Lou Smith; many nieces, nephews and other loving family and friends. Memorial Contributions are suggested to His House Christian Fellowship. Janet Marie Smith
Age 54 of Henderson passed away Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at Memorial Healthcare Center. Funeral Services will be held 10am Saturday, November 19, 2011 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Pastor Herb Wheelock officiating and burial to follow at West Haven Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday 3 to 8pm. Janet was born September 6, 1957 in Owosso, the daughter of George and Donna (Archambault) Felker. She attended Owosso Schools and was a member of the Henderson United Methodist Church. Janet enjoyed all kinds of crafts; including painting and woodworking especially children's' toy boxes that she made for all the little babies. She looked forward to working in her yard and tending to her flower garden. Janet loved spending time with her family. She married Robert Lee Smith at the United Methodist Church in Chesaning on May 21, 1977. Janet has worked at Walmart as a Customer Service Manager for over 19 years. She is survived by her husband Robert; daughters Janaya Smith and Naomi (Blair) Howard; grandson and granddaughter Kaven and Haley; parents; brothers Ron Felker and Gary Felker (Jennifer Jackson); sisters Jacqueline (Bob) Welsh; Karen (Ted) Fischer and Sharon Pacek; several nieces, nephews and other loving family members. Janet is predeceased by her grandparents and brother-in-law Ray Pacek. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the family. Edward Homola
Age 80 of Owosso passed away November 15, 2011. At Ed's request cremation has taken place and there will be no services at this time. Ed was born October 18, 1931 in Owosso, the son of Martin and Agnes Liclia (Lauchman) Homola. He married Nancy Stinson in 1964, she predeceased him in 1977. Ed enjoyed hunting, fishing for walleyes, gardening and going to the Casino. He worked at Buick in Flint and was a member of Local 596 for 44 years, retiring in 1994. Ed is survived by his children Edward Homola II of Grand Rapids and Nicki (Bates) Stafford of Texas; sisters Francis Chrest and Betty (Bill) Chrest; several nieces, nephews and other loving family members. He is predeceased by his wife Nancy, parents, brothers Lewie and Fred Homola, sisters Bertha Homola, Helen Homola, Rosie Homola-Campbell and Gertie Hughes.
| ||
