Esther Heitwole
of Chelsea
formerly of Newport Richey, FL
Age 93 died at Silver Maples on November 29. She was born in Carsonville, Michigan on February 23, 1912. She married Howard H. Heitwole on April 14, in 1950 and he preceded her in death. Esther enjoyed playing cards, bingo, traveling and camping. Most of all she enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Esther is survived by her grandchildren; Debbie (Jay Butler) Moore of Chelsea, Tony (Patti) Wisniewski of Chelsea; her great grandchildren Bobby, Shawn, Billy Vasas, Brittney More, Jessica and Daniel Wisniewski. She is also survived by her son-in-law Tony Wisniewski. In addition to her husband, Esther is preceded in death by her daughter Beverly Wisniewski; her brothers and sister Harvey and Walter Massman and Elta Schumaker. A memorial service will be held Friday, December 2, at Silver Maples at 3:30 with Rev. Kathy Schell officiating. Expression of sympathy may be made to the Meadows at Silver Maples. The family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff of Silver Maples for their care of Esther. Arrangements are by the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home.
Ray E. Knickerbocker of Chelsea, age 77, died Sunday evening November 27, 2005, in the comfort of his home and family. Born July 27, 1928, the son of Maynard L. and Ethel (Kennedy) Knickerbocker, he was a lifetime resident of Chelsea. Ray enjoyed several careers ranging from owner of Heirloom Photographic Studios in Chelsea, carpentry with Associated Builders, and machine repair at Chelsea Milling Company where he retired in 1997. He was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. He loved gatherings of family and friends, especially at Cavanaugh Lake where the Knickerbocker family has a long history. Ray was a member of St. Paul United Church of Christ where he taught Sunday School for many years and married A. Louise Salyer on August 31, 1957.
Mr. Knickerbocker is survived by his wife Louise, five children, and five grandchildren: Terri Raye Alcazar and her fiancee Bruce Wildey, Brian T. Knickerbocker and Bradley J. (Patricia J.) Knickerbocker all of Chelsea, Brett P. Knickerbocker of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Heidi A. (Ryan ) Farris of Rochester Hills, Michigan. His grandchildren are Travis Ray Alcazar, Sarah and Grace Knickerbocker, and Carter and Gavin Farris. He is also survived by a very special nephew J. Gregory (Pam) Howard of Kentucky as well as many other nieces and nephews.
Mr. Knickerbocker had six brothers and one sister. Survived by Clare Knickerbocker of Chelsea, Dorothy Collins of Jackson, David (Carole) Knickerbocker of Reno, Nevada, and Alfred (Deanna) Knickerbocker of California. He was preceded in death by George Knickerbocker of Chelsea, Stanley Knickerbocker of Arizona, and Harvey Knickerbocker of California. Survived by three sisters-in-law Elaine (George) Knickerbocker, Diane (Stanley) Knickerbocker, and Jeanne (Harvey) Knickerbocker.
Funeral services will be held at St. Paul United Church of Christ on Thursday, December 1, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. Internment will be in Chelsea at Oak Grove Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home in Chelsea. Expressions of sympathy may be made to St. Paul United Church of Christ in Chelsea, Michigan, or the American Cancer Society.
Mr. Knickerbocker is survived by his wife Louise, five children, and five grandchildren: Terri Raye Alcazar and her fiancee Bruce Wildey, Brian T. Knickerbocker and Bradley J. (Patricia J.) Knickerbocker all of Chelsea, Brett P. Knickerbocker of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Heidi A. (Ryan ) Farris of Rochester Hills, Michigan. His grandchildren are Travis Ray Alcazar, Sarah and Grace Knickerbocker, and Carter and Gavin Farris. He is also survived by a very special nephew J. Gregory (Pam) Howard of Kentucky as well as many other nieces and nephews.
Mr. Knickerbocker had six brothers and one sister. Survived by Clare Knickerbocker of Chelsea, Dorothy Collins of Jackson, David (Carole) Knickerbocker of Reno, Nevada, and Alfred (Deanna) Knickerbocker of California. He was preceded in death by George Knickerbocker of Chelsea, Stanley Knickerbocker of Arizona, and Harvey Knickerbocker of California. Survived by three sisters-in-law Elaine (George) Knickerbocker, Diane (Stanley) Knickerbocker, and Jeanne (Harvey) Knickerbocker.
Funeral services will be held at St. Paul United Church of Christ on Thursday, December 1, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. Internment will be in Chelsea at Oak Grove Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home in Chelsea. Expressions of sympathy may be made to St. Paul United Church of Christ in Chelsea, Michigan, or the American Cancer Society.
Robert Dale Ball Jr.
Of Chelsea, Mi.,
Age 43, passed away Sunday morning November 27, 2005 at the University of Michigan
Hospital. He was born on August 4, 1962 in Ann Arbor, Michigan the son of Robert D. and Margaret Alice (Simpson) Ball Sr. Robert had graduated from Chelsea High School in 1980. He worked for Sweepster Attachments in Dexter as a Product Engineer for 25 years. He enjoyed hunting , fishing, Harley Davidson motor cycles, and NASCAR races. On July 15, 1983 he married Eileen A. Stapish in Chelsea, and she survives. Also surviving are his parents, of Chelsea, two sons, Robert D. Ball III, and Tyler M. Ball all of Chelsea, one brother, William (Shasey) Ball of Chelsea, two sisters, Elizabeth Ball and Shawn (Bill) Mikkelson all of Chelsea, his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Charles and Jeanne Stapish of Chelsea, two brothers-in-law Mark Stapish of Tecumseh, and Michael Stapish of Chelsea, and a special cousin Robert Gimmey of Chelsea. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Dale Hepburn, and Alberta Slane, his maternal grandparents William and Kathryn Simpson, and one brother-in-law Mathew Stapish. Funeral services will be Thursday, December 1, 2005 at 11:00 AM from the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea with Deacon Richard Shaneyfelt officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Chelsea. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the children’s educational fund. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday and Wednesday from 6-9PM.
Of Chelsea, Mi.,
Age 43, passed away Sunday morning November 27, 2005 at the University of Michigan
Hospital. He was born on August 4, 1962 in Ann Arbor, Michigan the son of Robert D. and Margaret Alice (Simpson) Ball Sr. Robert had graduated from Chelsea High School in 1980. He worked for Sweepster Attachments in Dexter as a Product Engineer for 25 years. He enjoyed hunting , fishing, Harley Davidson motor cycles, and NASCAR races. On July 15, 1983 he married Eileen A. Stapish in Chelsea, and she survives. Also surviving are his parents, of Chelsea, two sons, Robert D. Ball III, and Tyler M. Ball all of Chelsea, one brother, William (Shasey) Ball of Chelsea, two sisters, Elizabeth Ball and Shawn (Bill) Mikkelson all of Chelsea, his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Charles and Jeanne Stapish of Chelsea, two brothers-in-law Mark Stapish of Tecumseh, and Michael Stapish of Chelsea, and a special cousin Robert Gimmey of Chelsea. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Dale Hepburn, and Alberta Slane, his maternal grandparents William and Kathryn Simpson, and one brother-in-law Mathew Stapish. Funeral services will be Thursday, December 1, 2005 at 11:00 AM from the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea with Deacon Richard Shaneyfelt officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Chelsea. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the children’s educational fund. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday and Wednesday from 6-9PM.
Walter ’Wally’ Reyes
of Jackson
Age 63 died at Foote hospital on November 23. He was born the son of Joseph and Ida (Hoaks) Reyes on January 31, 1942. In September of 1982 he married Hazel (Clemons) and she survives. Wally enjoyed hunting, fishing, Boating, Reading about history and Woodworking. He also enjoyed restoring antique John Deere tractors and old Cars. Most of all he enjoyed being with family, especially his special grandson Josh. In addition to his wife, Wally is survived by his children; John K. (Nichole) Salyer of Jackson, Natasha D. (Shane Jones) Jeffries of Jackson, Mary J. (Ken) Hamlin of Onodaga, and Noreen S. (Aaron) Christianson of Manitou Beach. Also Are his brothers and sisters; Linda Lounsbury, Marie George, Jill (Dennis) Price and Joseph (Leeann) Howe. He is also survived by 18 grandchildren and one great grandchild as well as many nieces and nephews. Wally was preceded in death by his parents and stepfather Harold Hoaks, best friend Ishmael Clemons and his special companion Apollo. Funeral services will be Monday, November 28 ant 2:00 p.m. at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the Salvation Army. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 6-9 p.m. and Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.
of Jackson
Age 63 died at Foote hospital on November 23. He was born the son of Joseph and Ida (Hoaks) Reyes on January 31, 1942. In September of 1982 he married Hazel (Clemons) and she survives. Wally enjoyed hunting, fishing, Boating, Reading about history and Woodworking. He also enjoyed restoring antique John Deere tractors and old Cars. Most of all he enjoyed being with family, especially his special grandson Josh. In addition to his wife, Wally is survived by his children; John K. (Nichole) Salyer of Jackson, Natasha D. (Shane Jones) Jeffries of Jackson, Mary J. (Ken) Hamlin of Onodaga, and Noreen S. (Aaron) Christianson of Manitou Beach. Also Are his brothers and sisters; Linda Lounsbury, Marie George, Jill (Dennis) Price and Joseph (Leeann) Howe. He is also survived by 18 grandchildren and one great grandchild as well as many nieces and nephews. Wally was preceded in death by his parents and stepfather Harold Hoaks, best friend Ishmael Clemons and his special companion Apollo. Funeral services will be Monday, November 28 ant 2:00 p.m. at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the Salvation Army. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 6-9 p.m. and Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.
John (Jack) M. Parisho
of Chelsea, MI.
Age 75, passed away Wednesday November 23, 2005 surrounded by his family at his home. He was born on August 12, 1930 in Des Moines, Iowa the son of Merlin and Ethel (McClure) Parisho. Jack had lived in Chelsea since 1972 and was a former member and trustee of North Lake United Methodist Church. He was a veteran of the Korean War serving in the United States Army. For 33 years he worked for Michigan Bell and retired as a supervisor in 1988. Gardening was a passion, his vegetable and his iris beds where incredible. He enjoyed bird watching, traveling, and had a great love for all animals. Jack also was a former Boy Scout leader. On November 11, 1950 he married Virginia J. Groomes in Ann Arbor, and she survives; also surviving are their children, John R. Parisho, James ’Jay’(Diane) Parisho, and Rebecca (Jeff) Murillo, all of Chelsea, and Dennis (Jennifer) Parisho of Gregory, 10 grandchildren, John M. Parisho II, Lisa M. ( Nick Harms) Parisho, Jayson J. Murillo, Scott J. Parisho, Jesse M. Murillo, Aaron M. Parisho, Tara N. Murillo, Shawn J. Parisho, Lindsay N. Parisho, and baby Parisho on the way, one great-grandchild, Brock R. Harms. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be Monday November 28, 2005 at 11:00 A.M. at the First United Methodist Church, Chelsea with Rev. Joy Barrett and Rev. John Elliott officiating. Burial will follow at Washtenong Memorial Park and Mausoleum. Expression of sympathy can be made to Friends of Wildlife, Rescue, Rehabilitation, Release PO Box 1505, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48106. The family will receive friends at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea Saturday from 7-9 P.M. also Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M.
of Chelsea, MI.
Age 75, passed away Wednesday November 23, 2005 surrounded by his family at his home. He was born on August 12, 1930 in Des Moines, Iowa the son of Merlin and Ethel (McClure) Parisho. Jack had lived in Chelsea since 1972 and was a former member and trustee of North Lake United Methodist Church. He was a veteran of the Korean War serving in the United States Army. For 33 years he worked for Michigan Bell and retired as a supervisor in 1988. Gardening was a passion, his vegetable and his iris beds where incredible. He enjoyed bird watching, traveling, and had a great love for all animals. Jack also was a former Boy Scout leader. On November 11, 1950 he married Virginia J. Groomes in Ann Arbor, and she survives; also surviving are their children, John R. Parisho, James ’Jay’(Diane) Parisho, and Rebecca (Jeff) Murillo, all of Chelsea, and Dennis (Jennifer) Parisho of Gregory, 10 grandchildren, John M. Parisho II, Lisa M. ( Nick Harms) Parisho, Jayson J. Murillo, Scott J. Parisho, Jesse M. Murillo, Aaron M. Parisho, Tara N. Murillo, Shawn J. Parisho, Lindsay N. Parisho, and baby Parisho on the way, one great-grandchild, Brock R. Harms. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be Monday November 28, 2005 at 11:00 A.M. at the First United Methodist Church, Chelsea with Rev. Joy Barrett and Rev. John Elliott officiating. Burial will follow at Washtenong Memorial Park and Mausoleum. Expression of sympathy can be made to Friends of Wildlife, Rescue, Rehabilitation, Release PO Box 1505, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48106. The family will receive friends at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea Saturday from 7-9 P.M. also Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M.
John W. Gillespie of Chelsea
Age 76, died unexpectedly Saturday afternoon at Chelsea
Community Hospital. He was born February 9, 1929 in Flint, Michigan, the son of Clifton Clay and Carolyn N.Dennington Gillespie. John had lived in the Chelsea and Dexter area since 1969 and was an entrepreneur and engineer. In 1963 with his brother Donald, he co founded Jodon Engineering Associates and was still involved with the business at the time of his death. Mr. Gillespie was very active in Boy Scout Troop 477 of Dexter for 31 years and had been assistant scout master and served as troop committee chairman. He was a veteran of WW11 serving the US Army Air Force. Mr. Gillespie was an avid pilot and loved to fly. He currently was flying a ’Swift’ and was a member of the Experimental Aircraft Association of Ann Arbor . He loved spending time at and windsurfing on Higgins Lake. John was a proud graduate of Michigan State University, class of 1952. He was also a former member of the Dexter Twp. planning commission. He is survived by his wife Virginia E. (Griffith), whom he married in Detroit on August 23, 1952. Also surviving is his son Michael J. (Cindy) Gillespie of Chelsea and four grandchildren Christina (Mark) Motsinger, Jessica Gillespie, Timothy Gillespie and Matthew A.
Krakowiak, five great grandchildren Felecia, Matthew, Brittney, Cynthia,and Samantha. Three brothers Clifton Clay ’Jack’ (Lee) Gillespie of Three Rivers, MI, George R. (Mary Lou) Gillespie of Chocktaw, Oklahoma and Donald E. Gillespie of Ann Arbor and his sister Mary Beth (Dennis) Wrubel of Canton, Michigan. Mr. Gillespie was preceded in death by his parents, a son Timothy Clay Gillespie in 1979 and a granddaughter Shawna M. Krakowiak on August 10, 2004. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, November 23, 2005 at 11:00 AM at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea with Rev. Dale A. Grimm of Our Savior Lutheran Church officiating. The family will receive friends Monday evening from 6-8 PM and Tuesday from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be in the North Lake Cemetery, Dexter Township. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the John and Timothy Gillespie Memorial Fund; a Boy Scout summer camp fund for those boys who show an exceptional scouting spirit.
Age 76, died unexpectedly Saturday afternoon at Chelsea
Community Hospital. He was born February 9, 1929 in Flint, Michigan, the son of Clifton Clay and Carolyn N.Dennington Gillespie. John had lived in the Chelsea and Dexter area since 1969 and was an entrepreneur and engineer. In 1963 with his brother Donald, he co founded Jodon Engineering Associates and was still involved with the business at the time of his death. Mr. Gillespie was very active in Boy Scout Troop 477 of Dexter for 31 years and had been assistant scout master and served as troop committee chairman. He was a veteran of WW11 serving the US Army Air Force. Mr. Gillespie was an avid pilot and loved to fly. He currently was flying a ’Swift’ and was a member of the Experimental Aircraft Association of Ann Arbor . He loved spending time at and windsurfing on Higgins Lake. John was a proud graduate of Michigan State University, class of 1952. He was also a former member of the Dexter Twp. planning commission. He is survived by his wife Virginia E. (Griffith), whom he married in Detroit on August 23, 1952. Also surviving is his son Michael J. (Cindy) Gillespie of Chelsea and four grandchildren Christina (Mark) Motsinger, Jessica Gillespie, Timothy Gillespie and Matthew A.
Krakowiak, five great grandchildren Felecia, Matthew, Brittney, Cynthia,and Samantha. Three brothers Clifton Clay ’Jack’ (Lee) Gillespie of Three Rivers, MI, George R. (Mary Lou) Gillespie of Chocktaw, Oklahoma and Donald E. Gillespie of Ann Arbor and his sister Mary Beth (Dennis) Wrubel of Canton, Michigan. Mr. Gillespie was preceded in death by his parents, a son Timothy Clay Gillespie in 1979 and a granddaughter Shawna M. Krakowiak on August 10, 2004. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, November 23, 2005 at 11:00 AM at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea with Rev. Dale A. Grimm of Our Savior Lutheran Church officiating. The family will receive friends Monday evening from 6-8 PM and Tuesday from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be in the North Lake Cemetery, Dexter Township. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the John and Timothy Gillespie Memorial Fund; a Boy Scout summer camp fund for those boys who show an exceptional scouting spirit.
Dwight C. Bingel
of Chelsea
Age 78, died Friday, November 18 in his home. He was born May 12, 1927, in Ann Arbor , Michigan. He was the son of Oswald and Genevieve(Ryder) Bingel. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Joan(Munro) and children, Dennis of Henderson, Nevada, Kevin(Carol) of Chelsea, Brian of Salt Lake City, Utah, and David(Lisa) of Chelsea. Also surviving are his grandchildren Daniel, Sarah, and Megan and his brother, Duane(Jean) of Suttons Bay, Michigan. He retired from General Motors in 1987. A memorial service will be held Monday November 21, 2005 at 2:00 P.M. from Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home with Pastor Larry Lyons officiating. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Chelsea Free Methodist Church.
of Chelsea
Age 78, died Friday, November 18 in his home. He was born May 12, 1927, in Ann Arbor , Michigan. He was the son of Oswald and Genevieve(Ryder) Bingel. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Joan(Munro) and children, Dennis of Henderson, Nevada, Kevin(Carol) of Chelsea, Brian of Salt Lake City, Utah, and David(Lisa) of Chelsea. Also surviving are his grandchildren Daniel, Sarah, and Megan and his brother, Duane(Jean) of Suttons Bay, Michigan. He retired from General Motors in 1987. A memorial service will be held Monday November 21, 2005 at 2:00 P.M. from Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home with Pastor Larry Lyons officiating. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Chelsea Free Methodist Church.
Robert J. ’Bobaloo’ Badenhoop
Of Munith, Michigan
Age 27, passed away Wednesday November 16, 2005 at Karmanos Cancer Center at
Harper Hospital. He was born on December 30, 1977 in Wayne, Michigan the son of Carl and Diane (James) Badenhoop. Robert had lived in the area for the past 10 years graduating from Stockbridge High School in 1997. He had worked for the Chelsea Retirement Community for 6 years. He enjoyed music, playing the keyboard, and his car, a Mustang GT. Robert had a huge heart and thought of others before himself. His sense of caring and his humor will never be forgotten. Surviving are his mother and father of Munith, his brother Brandon Badenhoop, of Munith, his sister, Angela Cogswell of Wayne, MI, maternal grandparents, Leonard (Shirley) James of Garden City, paternal grandparents, Carl (Doris) Badenhoop, also of Garden City; also several nieces and nephews and a special friend, Tammy. Funeral services will be Monday, November 21, 2005 at 1:00 P.M. from the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge with Rev. Jerry Gould officiating. Burial will follow at Munith Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the Leukemia Lymphoma Foundation. The family will receive friends at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home Saturday from 6-8 P.M., Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M., also Monday noon until the time of service.
Of Munith, Michigan
Age 27, passed away Wednesday November 16, 2005 at Karmanos Cancer Center at
Harper Hospital. He was born on December 30, 1977 in Wayne, Michigan the son of Carl and Diane (James) Badenhoop. Robert had lived in the area for the past 10 years graduating from Stockbridge High School in 1997. He had worked for the Chelsea Retirement Community for 6 years. He enjoyed music, playing the keyboard, and his car, a Mustang GT. Robert had a huge heart and thought of others before himself. His sense of caring and his humor will never be forgotten. Surviving are his mother and father of Munith, his brother Brandon Badenhoop, of Munith, his sister, Angela Cogswell of Wayne, MI, maternal grandparents, Leonard (Shirley) James of Garden City, paternal grandparents, Carl (Doris) Badenhoop, also of Garden City; also several nieces and nephews and a special friend, Tammy. Funeral services will be Monday, November 21, 2005 at 1:00 P.M. from the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge with Rev. Jerry Gould officiating. Burial will follow at Munith Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the Leukemia Lymphoma Foundation. The family will receive friends at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home Saturday from 6-8 P.M., Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M., also Monday noon until the time of service.
Delberta Whitaker
Of Munith, MI
Age 67, went to her heavenly home Tuesday, November 15, 2005 at her home. She was born on February 17, 1938 in Riceville, Kentucky the daughter of Bernie and Hazel (Scott) Jackson. She had lived in the area since the early 1950’s and attended Jeruel Baptist Church. Gardening, cooking, and shopping were her favorite pastimes. For over 30 years she worked for the Stockbridge School District retiring in 2000. On August 13, 1953 she married James Whitaker and he preceded her in death on July 6, 2003. Surviving are four children, Clyde (Mary) Whitaker of Stockbridge, Jerry (Melissa) Whitaker of Tampa, FL. Juanita (Therman) Bailey of Fitchburg, and Jennifer (Robert) Harat of Munith. Three brothers, Willis (Ann) Jackson of Stockbridge, Wendall (Sally) Jackson of Chelsea, and Leroy (Cheryl) Jackson of Stockbridge. Two sisters, Dixie (Silas) Salyer of Stockbridge, and Ermalee (Clifford) Marshall of Stockbridge. Also Surviving are 13 grandchildren and six great grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by two sisters, Barbara Collins and Lorraine Jackson. Funeral services will be Saturday November 19, 2005 at 11:00 A.M. from the Jeruel Baptist Church Munith with Rev. Robert Castle officiating. Burial will follow at Munith Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Jeruel Baptist Church or Jackson County Hospice. The family will receive friends at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home Thursday from 7-9 P.M. also Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M.
Of Munith, MI
Age 67, went to her heavenly home Tuesday, November 15, 2005 at her home. She was born on February 17, 1938 in Riceville, Kentucky the daughter of Bernie and Hazel (Scott) Jackson. She had lived in the area since the early 1950’s and attended Jeruel Baptist Church. Gardening, cooking, and shopping were her favorite pastimes. For over 30 years she worked for the Stockbridge School District retiring in 2000. On August 13, 1953 she married James Whitaker and he preceded her in death on July 6, 2003. Surviving are four children, Clyde (Mary) Whitaker of Stockbridge, Jerry (Melissa) Whitaker of Tampa, FL. Juanita (Therman) Bailey of Fitchburg, and Jennifer (Robert) Harat of Munith. Three brothers, Willis (Ann) Jackson of Stockbridge, Wendall (Sally) Jackson of Chelsea, and Leroy (Cheryl) Jackson of Stockbridge. Two sisters, Dixie (Silas) Salyer of Stockbridge, and Ermalee (Clifford) Marshall of Stockbridge. Also Surviving are 13 grandchildren and six great grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by two sisters, Barbara Collins and Lorraine Jackson. Funeral services will be Saturday November 19, 2005 at 11:00 A.M. from the Jeruel Baptist Church Munith with Rev. Robert Castle officiating. Burial will follow at Munith Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Jeruel Baptist Church or Jackson County Hospice. The family will receive friends at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home Thursday from 7-9 P.M. also Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M.
Andrew Russell Mackinder
Of Stockbridge
Age 19 died Saturday in Chicago, Illinois. He was born the son of Russell and Valerie (Fletcher) Mackinder on February 17, 1986 and they survive. Andrew was attending the Illinois Institute of Art, Chicago, as a student in graphic design. He enjoyed art, drawing, painting, and computer design. He also enjoyed the outdoors snowboarding, ATVing with his friends and his father. Besides his parents, he is also survived by his sisters Jamie (Chad) Flack of Jackson, Erin Mackinder of Stockbridge; his grandparents Joyce (Wilkie) Fletcher of Stockbridge and Marjorie Mackinder of Jackson. Also surviving are Nephews Alex and Evan Flack, and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandfather Richard Mackinder. Funeral services will be Thursday, November 17 at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home with Rev. Shannon O’Leary officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn cemetery, Stockbridge. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the Stockbridge High School Art Program. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m.
Of Stockbridge
Age 19 died Saturday in Chicago, Illinois. He was born the son of Russell and Valerie (Fletcher) Mackinder on February 17, 1986 and they survive. Andrew was attending the Illinois Institute of Art, Chicago, as a student in graphic design. He enjoyed art, drawing, painting, and computer design. He also enjoyed the outdoors snowboarding, ATVing with his friends and his father. Besides his parents, he is also survived by his sisters Jamie (Chad) Flack of Jackson, Erin Mackinder of Stockbridge; his grandparents Joyce (Wilkie) Fletcher of Stockbridge and Marjorie Mackinder of Jackson. Also surviving are Nephews Alex and Evan Flack, and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandfather Richard Mackinder. Funeral services will be Thursday, November 17 at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home with Rev. Shannon O’Leary officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn cemetery, Stockbridge. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the Stockbridge High School Art Program. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m.
Andrew Russell Mackinder
Of Stockbridge
Age 19 died Saturday in Chicago, Illinois. He was born the son of Russell and Valerie (Fletcher) Mackinder on February 17, 1986 and they survive. Andrew was attending the Illinois Institute of Art, Chicago, as a student in graphic design. He enjoyed art, drawing, painting, and computer design. He also enjoyed the outdoors snowboarding, ATVing with his friends and his father. Besides his parents, he is also survived by his sisters Jamie (Chad) Flack of Jackson, Erin Mackinder of Stockbridge; his grandparents Joyce (Wilkie) Fletcher of Stockbridge and Marjorie Mackinder of Jackson. Also surviving are Nephews Alex and Evan Flack, and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandfather Richard Mackinder. Funeral services will be Thursday, November 17 at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home with Rev. Shannon O’Leary officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn cemetery, Stockbridge. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the Stockbridge High School Art Program. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m.
Of Stockbridge
Age 19 died Saturday in Chicago, Illinois. He was born the son of Russell and Valerie (Fletcher) Mackinder on February 17, 1986 and they survive. Andrew was attending the Illinois Institute of Art, Chicago, as a student in graphic design. He enjoyed art, drawing, painting, and computer design. He also enjoyed the outdoors snowboarding, ATVing with his friends and his father. Besides his parents, he is also survived by his sisters Jamie (Chad) Flack of Jackson, Erin Mackinder of Stockbridge; his grandparents Joyce (Wilkie) Fletcher of Stockbridge and Marjorie Mackinder of Jackson. Also surviving are Nephews Alex and Evan Flack, and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandfather Richard Mackinder. Funeral services will be Thursday, November 17 at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home with Rev. Shannon O’Leary officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn cemetery, Stockbridge. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the Stockbridge High School Art Program. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m.
Herman L. Tanner
Of Pinckney, MI
Age 87, died at his home on November 9, 2005. He was born the son of Leroy and Eva (Blackman) Tanner on August 5, 1918 in Harrisburg, Illinois. He married Margaret Smith, and she preceded him in death in October of 1976. Herman enjoyed the art of photography, with fall being his favorite season. He also enjoyed computers, Boy Scouts, and animals, especially horses and dogs. He is survived by his children Nancy (Tim) Williams of Foresthill, CA, Laurie (Jim) Godsey of Hampton, VA and Pat (Alicia) Tanner of Dexter, MI. Also surviving are his five grandchildren Casey Morrison, Nicole Godsey, Daniel Tanner, Cheyenne Tanner and Paige Tanner. Herman was also preceded in death by his son Thomas Tanner and his brothers and sisters. Funeral services will Tuesday, November 15, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea With Rev Winfred French officiating, Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Pinckney, MI. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Great Lakes Hospice. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m.
Of Pinckney, MI
Age 87, died at his home on November 9, 2005. He was born the son of Leroy and Eva (Blackman) Tanner on August 5, 1918 in Harrisburg, Illinois. He married Margaret Smith, and she preceded him in death in October of 1976. Herman enjoyed the art of photography, with fall being his favorite season. He also enjoyed computers, Boy Scouts, and animals, especially horses and dogs. He is survived by his children Nancy (Tim) Williams of Foresthill, CA, Laurie (Jim) Godsey of Hampton, VA and Pat (Alicia) Tanner of Dexter, MI. Also surviving are his five grandchildren Casey Morrison, Nicole Godsey, Daniel Tanner, Cheyenne Tanner and Paige Tanner. Herman was also preceded in death by his son Thomas Tanner and his brothers and sisters. Funeral services will Tuesday, November 15, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea With Rev Winfred French officiating, Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Pinckney, MI. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Great Lakes Hospice. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m.
Jeffery Glenn Elliott,
Of Gregory, MI
Passed away on Wednesday 9th 2005 at the age of 43. He was preceded in death by his Mother, Jewell Allen-Warner, Father, Sam Elliott Sr., and Stepfather, Robert Warner. Jeff is survived by his three Children Dennis Elliott Sr. (Jessica), Robert Elliott and Nicole Elliott, his four grandchildren Krystal, Allysa, Dennis Jr., and Katie, who he absolutely adored. Jeff is also survived by his five Brothers, Rick (Darcey), Doug (Pam), Brian, & Sam (Wauneta) Elliott, Todd Warner (Elizabeth), special friend and companion Debbie Schenk and many Aunts, Uncles, Nieces and Nephews.
Jeff loved to be outdoors and spend time with family. He will be sadly missed by his family and many friends. Funeral services will be Tuesday, November 15 at 11:00 a.m. at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family. The family wil receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m.
Of Gregory, MI
Passed away on Wednesday 9th 2005 at the age of 43. He was preceded in death by his Mother, Jewell Allen-Warner, Father, Sam Elliott Sr., and Stepfather, Robert Warner. Jeff is survived by his three Children Dennis Elliott Sr. (Jessica), Robert Elliott and Nicole Elliott, his four grandchildren Krystal, Allysa, Dennis Jr., and Katie, who he absolutely adored. Jeff is also survived by his five Brothers, Rick (Darcey), Doug (Pam), Brian, & Sam (Wauneta) Elliott, Todd Warner (Elizabeth), special friend and companion Debbie Schenk and many Aunts, Uncles, Nieces and Nephews.
Jeff loved to be outdoors and spend time with family. He will be sadly missed by his family and many friends. Funeral services will be Tuesday, November 15 at 11:00 a.m. at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family. The family wil receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m.
Rolland W. ’Rolly’ Spaulding
Of Chelsea, Michigan
Age 85, passed away Monday, November 7, 2005 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on June 11, 1920 in Chelsea, Michigan the son of Harold ’Pappy’ and Marie (Whitmer) Spaulding. Rolly graduated from Chelsea High School in 1938. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the United States Army 125th Evacuation Hospital Unit, being discharged as a first sergeant. Returning home from the service he joined his father and became partners in Spaulding Chevrolet, eventually becoming sole owner. After selling the business in 1972, he joined Frank Groh’s Chevrolet in Dexter as general manager until his retirement in 1982, having sold cars to three generations of Washtenaw county residents. Rolly was a Charter member of the Chelsea Rod and Gun Club. He spent 35 years on the Boy Scouts of America Executive Board, serving as council commissioner, council president from 1970 to 1971, and popcorn chairman overseeing fund raising for council activities. Rolly had also received Scouting’s highest award, the Silver Beaver, for his years of service. Rolly was also active in the Chelsea Fair Board, helped establish Vets Park in Chelsea, and served as chairman of Chelsea’s 125th year Anniversary Celebration in 1959. On October 30, 1944 in Paris, Texas, he married Gretchen M. Burg, and she preceded him in death on January 18, 2002. Surviving are six children, Jeffrey H. (Andrea) Spaulding of Bethesda, MD, Lee S. (Art) Tremper of Chelsea, Daniel J. Spaulding of Chelsea, Shawn M. Spaulding of Chelsea, Jon W. Spaulding of Munith, and William M. (Michelle) Spaulding of Chelsea; 14 grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews as well. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Virginia McClear, and a granddaughter Abigail Marie Uphaus. Funeral services will be Friday, November 11, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. from the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea with Deacon Timothy Renaud officiating. Burial will take place at Vermont Cemetery, Chelsea. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Spaulding for Children, Chelsea Rod and Gun Club, Hospice of Michigan, and Boy Scouts of America Great Sauk Trail Council. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m.
Of Chelsea, Michigan
Age 85, passed away Monday, November 7, 2005 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on June 11, 1920 in Chelsea, Michigan the son of Harold ’Pappy’ and Marie (Whitmer) Spaulding. Rolly graduated from Chelsea High School in 1938. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the United States Army 125th Evacuation Hospital Unit, being discharged as a first sergeant. Returning home from the service he joined his father and became partners in Spaulding Chevrolet, eventually becoming sole owner. After selling the business in 1972, he joined Frank Groh’s Chevrolet in Dexter as general manager until his retirement in 1982, having sold cars to three generations of Washtenaw county residents. Rolly was a Charter member of the Chelsea Rod and Gun Club. He spent 35 years on the Boy Scouts of America Executive Board, serving as council commissioner, council president from 1970 to 1971, and popcorn chairman overseeing fund raising for council activities. Rolly had also received Scouting’s highest award, the Silver Beaver, for his years of service. Rolly was also active in the Chelsea Fair Board, helped establish Vets Park in Chelsea, and served as chairman of Chelsea’s 125th year Anniversary Celebration in 1959. On October 30, 1944 in Paris, Texas, he married Gretchen M. Burg, and she preceded him in death on January 18, 2002. Surviving are six children, Jeffrey H. (Andrea) Spaulding of Bethesda, MD, Lee S. (Art) Tremper of Chelsea, Daniel J. Spaulding of Chelsea, Shawn M. Spaulding of Chelsea, Jon W. Spaulding of Munith, and William M. (Michelle) Spaulding of Chelsea; 14 grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews as well. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Virginia McClear, and a granddaughter Abigail Marie Uphaus. Funeral services will be Friday, November 11, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. from the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea with Deacon Timothy Renaud officiating. Burial will take place at Vermont Cemetery, Chelsea. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Spaulding for Children, Chelsea Rod and Gun Club, Hospice of Michigan, and Boy Scouts of America Great Sauk Trail Council. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m.
Barbara G. Oliver
Of Chelsea, MI
Age 87, died Monday, November 7, 2005, at the Chelsea Retirement Center in Chelsea, Michigan. She was born January 29, 1918, in London, Ontario, the daughter of Paul B. and Catherine S. (Fortner) Elson. She attended the University of Western Ontario, earned a teaching certificate and became a school teacher. She married George H. Oliver in London, Ontario, on April 28, 1945. They moved to Detroit, Michigan, in 1953. After her children had grown she served for many years as a nurses aid at St. Mary’s Hospital in Livonia, Michigan. Surviving her are five sons; George Oliver of Whitmore Lake, Michigan, John Oliver of Ann Arbor, Michigan, C. Gary Oliver of Jonesville, Michigan, Wayne Oliver of Chelsea, Michigan and Robert Oliver of Kentwood, Michigan; also three daughters; Janice Nicol of El Camino Village, California, Laura Guibord of Livonia, Michigan and Carol Hasrouni of Fullerton, California; 14 grandchildren; her stepsister Loreen Taylor of London Ontario. Preceding her in death were her husband, George Oliver; her brother, Howard Elson and her sister, Muriel Lewis. She had a wide range of interests including church activities, reading, camping, traveling, taking long walks and keeping up with current events. Above all she will be remembered as a devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother who espoused strong family values. A memorial service will be held at Newburg United Methodist Church, 36500 Ann Arbor Trail, Livonia, Michigan 48150 at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, November 14, 2005. Memorial contributions may be made to the church or to Chelsea Retirement Community, Towsley Village 805 W. Middle St., Chelsea, MI. 48118.
Of Chelsea, MI
Age 87, died Monday, November 7, 2005, at the Chelsea Retirement Center in Chelsea, Michigan. She was born January 29, 1918, in London, Ontario, the daughter of Paul B. and Catherine S. (Fortner) Elson. She attended the University of Western Ontario, earned a teaching certificate and became a school teacher. She married George H. Oliver in London, Ontario, on April 28, 1945. They moved to Detroit, Michigan, in 1953. After her children had grown she served for many years as a nurses aid at St. Mary’s Hospital in Livonia, Michigan. Surviving her are five sons; George Oliver of Whitmore Lake, Michigan, John Oliver of Ann Arbor, Michigan, C. Gary Oliver of Jonesville, Michigan, Wayne Oliver of Chelsea, Michigan and Robert Oliver of Kentwood, Michigan; also three daughters; Janice Nicol of El Camino Village, California, Laura Guibord of Livonia, Michigan and Carol Hasrouni of Fullerton, California; 14 grandchildren; her stepsister Loreen Taylor of London Ontario. Preceding her in death were her husband, George Oliver; her brother, Howard Elson and her sister, Muriel Lewis. She had a wide range of interests including church activities, reading, camping, traveling, taking long walks and keeping up with current events. Above all she will be remembered as a devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother who espoused strong family values. A memorial service will be held at Newburg United Methodist Church, 36500 Ann Arbor Trail, Livonia, Michigan 48150 at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, November 14, 2005. Memorial contributions may be made to the church or to Chelsea Retirement Community, Towsley Village 805 W. Middle St., Chelsea, MI. 48118.
Leanne K. Chaka
of Chelsea, MI
Age 63, passed away Saturday morning November 5, 2005 at the Arbor Hospice Residence in Ann Arbor. She was born on January 27, 1942 in Flint Michigan the daughter of Wilbur and Elizabeth (Trenamen) Swartz. Leanne had lived in the area for the past 16 years and was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Dexter. She was a Business Administrator for Mechanical Dynamistic Incorporated in Ann Arbor Retiring in 1997. On July 24, 1965 she married Ronald James Chaka in Flint Michigan and he survives, also surviving are her parents of Owosso,three children, Michael Chaka of Chelsea, Diane (Dr. John) Watt of Ann Arbor, and Christopher (Michelle) Chaka of Whitmore Lake, two brothers, Robert Swartz of Springfield, IL, and Gary (Diane) Swartz of Owosso. Two sisters, Debra (Bud) Caswell and Laurie (Ed) Quirk all of Owosso. Three grandchildren, Payton and Ryan Watt and Abbigail Chaka. Mass of Christian Burial will take place Wednesday, November 9, 2005 at 11:00 A.M. from St. Joseph Catholic Church, Dexter with Fa. Brendan J. Walsh Presiding. Burial will follow at North Lake Cemetery, Dexter Township. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Stairway to the Future Campaign in Care of St. Joseph Catholic Church. The family will receive friends at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home Monday, from 6-9 P.M. and Tuesday from 2-5 and 7-9P.M.
of Chelsea, MI
Age 63, passed away Saturday morning November 5, 2005 at the Arbor Hospice Residence in Ann Arbor. She was born on January 27, 1942 in Flint Michigan the daughter of Wilbur and Elizabeth (Trenamen) Swartz. Leanne had lived in the area for the past 16 years and was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Dexter. She was a Business Administrator for Mechanical Dynamistic Incorporated in Ann Arbor Retiring in 1997. On July 24, 1965 she married Ronald James Chaka in Flint Michigan and he survives, also surviving are her parents of Owosso,three children, Michael Chaka of Chelsea, Diane (Dr. John) Watt of Ann Arbor, and Christopher (Michelle) Chaka of Whitmore Lake, two brothers, Robert Swartz of Springfield, IL, and Gary (Diane) Swartz of Owosso. Two sisters, Debra (Bud) Caswell and Laurie (Ed) Quirk all of Owosso. Three grandchildren, Payton and Ryan Watt and Abbigail Chaka. Mass of Christian Burial will take place Wednesday, November 9, 2005 at 11:00 A.M. from St. Joseph Catholic Church, Dexter with Fa. Brendan J. Walsh Presiding. Burial will follow at North Lake Cemetery, Dexter Township. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Stairway to the Future Campaign in Care of St. Joseph Catholic Church. The family will receive friends at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home Monday, from 6-9 P.M. and Tuesday from 2-5 and 7-9P.M.
Gary Erskine
Of Chelsea, MI
Age 65, passed away Thurs. November 3, 2005 surrounded by his loving family. Gary was born October 8, 1940 in Ann Arbor, MI to Clayton Jack Erskine and Geneva Edick Erskine. He retired from Washtenaw County Road Commission (Chelsea Yard). He served in the U.S. Army in the Vietnam War. He was a member of the V.F.W. He married Mary (Anitra) French July 23, 1966, and she survives. Also surviving are three children, David (Marcia) Erskine of Gregory, Shari (Tim) Shaw of Gregory, and John Erskine of Chelsea; his mother, Geneva Erskine of Moran; four grandchildren, Misty, Valley, Brittany, and Melody; one brother, five sisters, many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, one brother, and a nephew. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 5, 2005 at 3:00 p.m. at the Faith in Action Building in Chelsea, with Pastor Sarah Groesser officiating. He will be laid to rest with his father in Brevort Township Cemetery, in Moran, MI. Donations may be made to his family. Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home.
Of Chelsea, MI
Age 65, passed away Thurs. November 3, 2005 surrounded by his loving family. Gary was born October 8, 1940 in Ann Arbor, MI to Clayton Jack Erskine and Geneva Edick Erskine. He retired from Washtenaw County Road Commission (Chelsea Yard). He served in the U.S. Army in the Vietnam War. He was a member of the V.F.W. He married Mary (Anitra) French July 23, 1966, and she survives. Also surviving are three children, David (Marcia) Erskine of Gregory, Shari (Tim) Shaw of Gregory, and John Erskine of Chelsea; his mother, Geneva Erskine of Moran; four grandchildren, Misty, Valley, Brittany, and Melody; one brother, five sisters, many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, one brother, and a nephew. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 5, 2005 at 3:00 p.m. at the Faith in Action Building in Chelsea, with Pastor Sarah Groesser officiating. He will be laid to rest with his father in Brevort Township Cemetery, in Moran, MI. Donations may be made to his family. Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home.
Kevin D. Owen
Of Stockbridge, MI
Age 43 , died Wednesday November 2, 2005 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Tawas Michigan. He was born on August 30, 1962 in Jackson, Michigan the son of V. Jack and Millie (Campbell) Owen. Kevin was a graduate of Stockbridge High School in 1981 and became assistant Manager of the Stockbridge Antiques Market two years ago. On May 7, 1983 he Married Kellie Marie Aller and she survives, also surviving are his parents of Stockbridge,two children, Melissa Owen of Florida, and Gary Owen of Tawas, four brothers, Rick (Jill) Owen of Lapeer, Dennis (Mary) Owen of Napoleon, David (June) Owen of Jackson, and Rod Owen of Munith, one sister Melanie Owen of Stockbridge. Also surviving are his Father and Mother in Law Gary (Kathy) Aller of Tawas, Brother and Sister in laws, Gary Jr (Christina) Aller of Tawas, Kim (Greg) Stanley of Tawas, and Peggy (Jeff) Johnson of Adrian, and Kathy (Bryan) Richmond of Tawas. He was preceded in death by one son Mathew D. Owen and his grandparents, Stub (Annibele) Owen, Jim (Mabel) Campbell, Fred Aller and Mildred Antanow. Funeral service will be Tuesday November 8, 2005 at 2:30 P.M. from the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home with Rev. Shannon O’Leary and Rev. Larry Schwarck co-officiating. Burial will take place at Oaklawn Cemetery Stockbridge. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Stockbridge Area Ambulance. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday from 2-5 and 7-9 P.M. also Tuesday 1:30P.M. until the time of service.
Of Stockbridge, MI
Age 43 , died Wednesday November 2, 2005 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Tawas Michigan. He was born on August 30, 1962 in Jackson, Michigan the son of V. Jack and Millie (Campbell) Owen. Kevin was a graduate of Stockbridge High School in 1981 and became assistant Manager of the Stockbridge Antiques Market two years ago. On May 7, 1983 he Married Kellie Marie Aller and she survives, also surviving are his parents of Stockbridge,two children, Melissa Owen of Florida, and Gary Owen of Tawas, four brothers, Rick (Jill) Owen of Lapeer, Dennis (Mary) Owen of Napoleon, David (June) Owen of Jackson, and Rod Owen of Munith, one sister Melanie Owen of Stockbridge. Also surviving are his Father and Mother in Law Gary (Kathy) Aller of Tawas, Brother and Sister in laws, Gary Jr (Christina) Aller of Tawas, Kim (Greg) Stanley of Tawas, and Peggy (Jeff) Johnson of Adrian, and Kathy (Bryan) Richmond of Tawas. He was preceded in death by one son Mathew D. Owen and his grandparents, Stub (Annibele) Owen, Jim (Mabel) Campbell, Fred Aller and Mildred Antanow. Funeral service will be Tuesday November 8, 2005 at 2:30 P.M. from the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home with Rev. Shannon O’Leary and Rev. Larry Schwarck co-officiating. Burial will take place at Oaklawn Cemetery Stockbridge. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Stockbridge Area Ambulance. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday from 2-5 and 7-9 P.M. also Tuesday 1:30P.M. until the time of service.
S. Anne Bumpus
Of Gregory, MI
Age 86, passed away Tuesday, November 1, 2005 at the Chelsea Retirement Community. She was born in Gregory, Michigan on February 11, 1919 the daughter of the late Milo and Mable (Caskey) Isham. Anne had lived in the area all her life and was member of Ss. Cornelius & Cyprian Catholic Church and was very active with the Christmas parties and funeral luncheons. She collected antique glass and was a member of the Heisey Glass Club. On July 5, 1941 she married Merwin ’Brownie’ Bumpus, and he preceded her in death on October 23, 1988. She worked for Rockwell International in Chelsea for 30 years. She is survived by five nephews, Sid (Pat) Smith of Sparta, MI, Gary (Annette) Smith of Winter Haven, FL, Charles (Joan) Bumpus of Stockbridge, Robert (Janet) Bumpus of Wausau, WI, and Jerry (Laura) Bumpus of Mason, MI and several great-nieces and nephews. She is also survived by special friends Joe and Vicki Gladstone of Gregory, and Lena Duer of Chelsea. She was preceded in death by one nephew Thomas Bumpus. Memorial Services will be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. from Ss. Cornelius and Cyprian Catholic Church in Bunker Hill with Rev. Fa. Michael A. Petroski presiding. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Ss. Cornelius and Cyprian Catholic Church or Stockbridge Annual Thanksgiving Dinner. Burial will follow at the Plainfield Cemetery in Unadilla Township. Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge.
Of Gregory, MI
Age 86, passed away Tuesday, November 1, 2005 at the Chelsea Retirement Community. She was born in Gregory, Michigan on February 11, 1919 the daughter of the late Milo and Mable (Caskey) Isham. Anne had lived in the area all her life and was member of Ss. Cornelius & Cyprian Catholic Church and was very active with the Christmas parties and funeral luncheons. She collected antique glass and was a member of the Heisey Glass Club. On July 5, 1941 she married Merwin ’Brownie’ Bumpus, and he preceded her in death on October 23, 1988. She worked for Rockwell International in Chelsea for 30 years. She is survived by five nephews, Sid (Pat) Smith of Sparta, MI, Gary (Annette) Smith of Winter Haven, FL, Charles (Joan) Bumpus of Stockbridge, Robert (Janet) Bumpus of Wausau, WI, and Jerry (Laura) Bumpus of Mason, MI and several great-nieces and nephews. She is also survived by special friends Joe and Vicki Gladstone of Gregory, and Lena Duer of Chelsea. She was preceded in death by one nephew Thomas Bumpus. Memorial Services will be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. from Ss. Cornelius and Cyprian Catholic Church in Bunker Hill with Rev. Fa. Michael A. Petroski presiding. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Ss. Cornelius and Cyprian Catholic Church or Stockbridge Annual Thanksgiving Dinner. Burial will follow at the Plainfield Cemetery in Unadilla Township. Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge.