Terrlyn Ann Cavender
Fort Mohave, Arizona
Formerly of Stockbridge
Age 70 passed away at Sunrise Hospital in Las Vegas, Nevada on August 23, 2007 she was born the daughter of Henry Vivian (Montroy) Brumm on September 6, 1936. On December 4, 1954 she married Laurence A. Cavender and he survives. Terrlyn enjoyed the game of Bingo, she worked in Stockbridge as a bus driver for many years, she never met a stranger and most of all she loved her family. In addition to her husband she is survived by her children Joseph G. (Mary Joe) Cavender of Stockbridge, Larry (Caleen) Cavender of Munith, Betty Wright of Jackson, Rick (Krista) Cavender of Gaylord, MI, Chris Cavender of Stockbridge, Mike (Denise) Cavender, 13 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Also surviving is her sister Alice (Bill) Ramilia of Lake Orion, her brother Bob Brumm of Ft. Wayne, IN as well as many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Dean Brumm and her sister Judy O’Berry. Funeral services will be Friday August 31, 2007 at 300 p.m. at the Caskey-Mitchell funeral home with the Rev. Robert J. Freysinger. Expressions of sympathy may be made at the funeral home. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 6-8 p.m. and on Friday from 1-3:00 p.m.
Margaret E. Collins
of Stockbridge, MI
Age 86 passed away at the Chelsea Community Hospital on August 27, 2007. She was born the daughter of Clarence I. and Harriet A. (Hall) Field on March 20, 1921 in Stockbridge, Michigan. On August 25, 1941 in Stockbridge, MI she married Herbert David Collins and he preceded her in death. Margaret was a member of the Stockbridge United Methodist Church where she was baptized and married and taught Sunday School. She enjoyed knitting, playing the piano and organ, was a member of Order of Eastern Stars, Okemos Chapter. She was also known for being a Stockbridge history expert. Most of all she loved her family. Margaret is survived by her children Sharon (Thomas) Maxwell of Freeport, FL, Patti (Elmer) Musolf of Webberville and Jim (Cathy) Collins of Stockbridge, 13 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, brother Norwood Field and grand son Brian Trapp. Funeral services will be Friday at 11:00 from the Caskey-Mitchell funeral home with the Rev. Larry Rubingh officiating. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Stockbridge United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. and on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.
Luzelle P. Flintoft
Of Chelsea, MI
Passed away Thursday, August 23, 2007 in Chelsea, MI. Lou was born in Colt, Arkansas the daughter of John Edgar and Jimmie Mae (Littlefield) Phillips. She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, four sisters and her husband of 33 years, Howard W. (Red) Flintoft. Lou was a member of St. Paul’s Church in Chelsea and a resident of the Pines. She is survived by two sons Ronald J. Early of TN, Howard J. Flintoft, one daughter Jean L. Walters, three step-sons Peter, Jeffrey and Kim Flintoft all of Chelsea and one step-daughter Jill (Flintoft) Scarzo of Grayling, MI . She is also survived by 13 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren. A memorial service will take place at a future date. Expressions of sympathy may be made to St Paul’s Church in Chelsea. Arrangements are by the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home.
Of Chelsea, MI
Passed away Thursday, August 23, 2007 in Chelsea, MI. Lou was born in Colt, Arkansas the daughter of John Edgar and Jimmie Mae (Littlefield) Phillips. She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, four sisters and her husband of 33 years, Howard W. (Red) Flintoft. Lou was a member of St. Paul’s Church in Chelsea and a resident of the Pines. She is survived by two sons Ronald J. Early of TN, Howard J. Flintoft, one daughter Jean L. Walters, three step-sons Peter, Jeffrey and Kim Flintoft all of Chelsea and one step-daughter Jill (Flintoft) Scarzo of Grayling, MI . She is also survived by 13 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren. A memorial service will take place at a future date. Expressions of sympathy may be made to St Paul’s Church in Chelsea. Arrangements are by the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home.
Thomas M. Mike McClear
Lifelong resident of Chelsea
Died Wednesday, August 22, 2007 at the age of 57. Mike was born November 21, 1949, the eldest son of Thomas R. and Virginia N. (Spaulding) McClear. On February 3, 1968 he married Sandra E. White and she survives. Also surviving are his daughter, Audra (Daniel) Lungo, his brother, Jack McClear, and his grandchildren, Sean M. and Cassandra L. Lungo all of Chelsea. In addition, Mike is survived by two great aunts, an aunt, an uncle, mother and father in-law, a brother-in-law, a sister-in-law, a niece, a nephew, and numerous cousins and friends. The family will hold a private memorial service. Burial will take place at Vermont Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Mike’s name to Spaulding for Children, Rainbow Rehabilitation, and Arbor Hospice. Arrangements are by the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home.
Lifelong resident of Chelsea
Died Wednesday, August 22, 2007 at the age of 57. Mike was born November 21, 1949, the eldest son of Thomas R. and Virginia N. (Spaulding) McClear. On February 3, 1968 he married Sandra E. White and she survives. Also surviving are his daughter, Audra (Daniel) Lungo, his brother, Jack McClear, and his grandchildren, Sean M. and Cassandra L. Lungo all of Chelsea. In addition, Mike is survived by two great aunts, an aunt, an uncle, mother and father in-law, a brother-in-law, a sister-in-law, a niece, a nephew, and numerous cousins and friends. The family will hold a private memorial service. Burial will take place at Vermont Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Mike’s name to Spaulding for Children, Rainbow Rehabilitation, and Arbor Hospice. Arrangements are by the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home.
Loretta Haight
of Caro, MI
formerly of Stockbridge
Age 91 passed away at the Tuscola County Medical Care Facility on August 14, 2007. She was born the daughter of Arthur and Theresa (Jetke) Kuchta on November 27, 1916 in Chicago, IL. In October of 1940 she married Clyde M. Haight in Garden City and he preceded her in death. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Pinckney, MI where she also was a member of the Altar Society and helped with the funeral lunches. Most of all she loved her family and her grandchildren. Loretta is survived by her son Raymond (June) Haight of Algonac, MI, grandchildren Larry, Leslie, Jennifer, Olivia, Elizabeth and Christina as well as four great grandsons. Also surviving is her brother Marvin Kuchta of Stockbridge. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by one daughter Rosanne E. Carter and one brother Arthur Kuchta Jr. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday, August 17, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at St Mary Catholic Church in Pinckney, Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery also in Pinckney. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Church. The family will receive friends at the Caskey-Mitchell funeral home on Thursday from 6-8 p.m.
of Caro, MI
formerly of Stockbridge
Age 91 passed away at the Tuscola County Medical Care Facility on August 14, 2007. She was born the daughter of Arthur and Theresa (Jetke) Kuchta on November 27, 1916 in Chicago, IL. In October of 1940 she married Clyde M. Haight in Garden City and he preceded her in death. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Pinckney, MI where she also was a member of the Altar Society and helped with the funeral lunches. Most of all she loved her family and her grandchildren. Loretta is survived by her son Raymond (June) Haight of Algonac, MI, grandchildren Larry, Leslie, Jennifer, Olivia, Elizabeth and Christina as well as four great grandsons. Also surviving is her brother Marvin Kuchta of Stockbridge. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by one daughter Rosanne E. Carter and one brother Arthur Kuchta Jr. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday, August 17, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at St Mary Catholic Church in Pinckney, Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery also in Pinckney. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Church. The family will receive friends at the Caskey-Mitchell funeral home on Thursday from 6-8 p.m.
Hertha Boyce
Of Unadilla Township, Mi.
Age 88, passed away Sunday August 12, 2007 at the Sacred Heart Nursing Home in Gregory. She was born on October 19, 1918 in Lansing, Michigan the daughter of Ernest and Elsie (Schieve) Albrecht. She graduated from Eastern High School in Lansing. After high school she was employed by the Michigan Employment Security Commission in Detroit, then transferred to Lansing where she worked for the Motor Vehicles Bureau. She married AJ Boyce of Stockbridge in 1942. They moved to the family farm on Dutton Road near Plainfield where they lived for over 60 years. She was a member of Plainfield United Methodist Church and United Methodist Women’s group, Waterloo Historical Society, an active member of the Stockbridge PTA, and former president as well. Hertha had a great sense of humor and was an avid reader. She loved to cook and share her kitchen and food with all who happened by. Flowers, gardening, playing cards, Scrabble and celebrating life with family and friends. Their children are; Janet Elsie (Deceased), Alan (Sylvia) of Ontario, Canada, Jean (Jim) Klark of Dexter, Brian (Peggy) of Fowlerville, Joan (Dave) Noel of Stockbridge, and Dean (Carol) of Fowlerville. Grandchildren include, Ashley Boyce, Illiad Boyce, Melanie Klark, Alicia (Robert) Wahls, Daniel Klark, Allison (Tyler) Ferris, Sarah Boyce, Molly Noel, Katy Noel, Christina Boyce, and Shannon and Sarah Marley, Kimberly and Rebbeca Durance. Great grandchildren, Annessa and Kyann Boyce and Drew and Corey Wahls. Other survivors include, sisters and brothers in law, Joyce (Lloyd) Boyce of Chelsea, Shirley and Arlo Wasson of East Lansing, Wynn and Mary Louise Boyce of Stockbridge, and Max and Mary Lou Boyce of Stockbridge, as well as several nieces and nephews. Funeral will be Wednesday, August 15, 2007 at 2:00 P.M. from Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge with Rev, Judi Darling officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Lawn Cemetery, Stockbridge. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Plainfield United Methodist Church or Heartland Hospice. Visitation Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M.
Of Unadilla Township, Mi.
Age 88, passed away Sunday August 12, 2007 at the Sacred Heart Nursing Home in Gregory. She was born on October 19, 1918 in Lansing, Michigan the daughter of Ernest and Elsie (Schieve) Albrecht. She graduated from Eastern High School in Lansing. After high school she was employed by the Michigan Employment Security Commission in Detroit, then transferred to Lansing where she worked for the Motor Vehicles Bureau. She married AJ Boyce of Stockbridge in 1942. They moved to the family farm on Dutton Road near Plainfield where they lived for over 60 years. She was a member of Plainfield United Methodist Church and United Methodist Women’s group, Waterloo Historical Society, an active member of the Stockbridge PTA, and former president as well. Hertha had a great sense of humor and was an avid reader. She loved to cook and share her kitchen and food with all who happened by. Flowers, gardening, playing cards, Scrabble and celebrating life with family and friends. Their children are; Janet Elsie (Deceased), Alan (Sylvia) of Ontario, Canada, Jean (Jim) Klark of Dexter, Brian (Peggy) of Fowlerville, Joan (Dave) Noel of Stockbridge, and Dean (Carol) of Fowlerville. Grandchildren include, Ashley Boyce, Illiad Boyce, Melanie Klark, Alicia (Robert) Wahls, Daniel Klark, Allison (Tyler) Ferris, Sarah Boyce, Molly Noel, Katy Noel, Christina Boyce, and Shannon and Sarah Marley, Kimberly and Rebbeca Durance. Great grandchildren, Annessa and Kyann Boyce and Drew and Corey Wahls. Other survivors include, sisters and brothers in law, Joyce (Lloyd) Boyce of Chelsea, Shirley and Arlo Wasson of East Lansing, Wynn and Mary Louise Boyce of Stockbridge, and Max and Mary Lou Boyce of Stockbridge, as well as several nieces and nephews. Funeral will be Wednesday, August 15, 2007 at 2:00 P.M. from Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge with Rev, Judi Darling officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Lawn Cemetery, Stockbridge. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Plainfield United Methodist Church or Heartland Hospice. Visitation Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M.
Susan (Susie Ellenwood) Kiner
Of Ann Arbor, MI
Age 59, passed away at the Chelsea Community Hospital on Sunday August 12, 2007. She was born on March 17, 1948 the daughter of George and Lorine (Brown) Ellenwood in Ann Arbor, MI. Susie had lived in the Chelsea area all of her life, graduating from Chelsea High School in 1967. She worked as a purchaser and inspector for Nematron Corporation in Ann Arbor for over 20 years. She had a special love for her animals: Honey, Maverick, Sheba, Piggy, Lilly, India and Isabella. Survivors include her mother, four sisters Sharon Biggs, Sandra (Mac) Davis, Sally Ellenwood, and Paula (Anthony) Clark, all of Chelsea; her goddaughter and niece Jessica Clark, nephews George Clark, Daniel Ellenwood Jr. and Michael Ellenwood; also several great-nieces and great-nephews; as well as her many special friends, you know who you are. She was preceded in death by her father, her husband William Kiner, and her brother Daniel T. Ellenwood. A celebration of her life will be held on Wednesday, August 15, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. from the STAFFAN-MITCHELL FUNERAL HOME, Chelsea with Rev. Dr. William J. Turner officiating. Private interment will be in Oak Grove Cemetery at a later date. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Washtenaw Co. Humane Society or the charity of one’s choice.
Of Ann Arbor, MI
Age 59, passed away at the Chelsea Community Hospital on Sunday August 12, 2007. She was born on March 17, 1948 the daughter of George and Lorine (Brown) Ellenwood in Ann Arbor, MI. Susie had lived in the Chelsea area all of her life, graduating from Chelsea High School in 1967. She worked as a purchaser and inspector for Nematron Corporation in Ann Arbor for over 20 years. She had a special love for her animals: Honey, Maverick, Sheba, Piggy, Lilly, India and Isabella. Survivors include her mother, four sisters Sharon Biggs, Sandra (Mac) Davis, Sally Ellenwood, and Paula (Anthony) Clark, all of Chelsea; her goddaughter and niece Jessica Clark, nephews George Clark, Daniel Ellenwood Jr. and Michael Ellenwood; also several great-nieces and great-nephews; as well as her many special friends, you know who you are. She was preceded in death by her father, her husband William Kiner, and her brother Daniel T. Ellenwood. A celebration of her life will be held on Wednesday, August 15, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. from the STAFFAN-MITCHELL FUNERAL HOME, Chelsea with Rev. Dr. William J. Turner officiating. Private interment will be in Oak Grove Cemetery at a later date. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Washtenaw Co. Humane Society or the charity of one’s choice.
Helen C. Stumpfig
of Chelsea, Mi.
Age 82, passed away Saturday August 11, 2007 at the Chelsea Retirement Community. She was born on January 29, 1925 in Manton, Michigan the daughter of Dorr and Verla (Sharp) Stack. Helen and her husband Alfred had lived in Chelsea for the past year coming from Lake Leelanau. Together they were members of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Chelsea. She was a Registered Nurse and worked in the Lansing area starting with Oldsmobile, then Michigan State University Heath Center, then with the Provincial House Nursing Home in East Lansing. She enjoyed scrapbooks, crocheting, knitting, sewing, and painting. On October 25, 1946 she married Alfred W. Stumpfig, and he survives; also surviving are two sons Thomas (Judy) Stumpfig of Eaton Rapids, and Scott Stumpfig of Ft. Wayne, IN., one daughter Kay Ellen (Michael) Braddock of Manchester; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her step-mother Marrian Ditto, who raised Helen from infancy, two sisters Dorris Unruh, and Lucy Haggerty, and one brother Charles Stack. Funeral services will be Tuesday August 14, 2007 at 1:00 P.M. at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Chelsea. Burial will follow at Oak Grove East Cemetery, Chelsea. Expressions of sympathy can be made to an animal shelter in your area. The family will receive friends at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M., also at church on Tues. from noon until the time of service.
of Chelsea, Mi.
Age 82, passed away Saturday August 11, 2007 at the Chelsea Retirement Community. She was born on January 29, 1925 in Manton, Michigan the daughter of Dorr and Verla (Sharp) Stack. Helen and her husband Alfred had lived in Chelsea for the past year coming from Lake Leelanau. Together they were members of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Chelsea. She was a Registered Nurse and worked in the Lansing area starting with Oldsmobile, then Michigan State University Heath Center, then with the Provincial House Nursing Home in East Lansing. She enjoyed scrapbooks, crocheting, knitting, sewing, and painting. On October 25, 1946 she married Alfred W. Stumpfig, and he survives; also surviving are two sons Thomas (Judy) Stumpfig of Eaton Rapids, and Scott Stumpfig of Ft. Wayne, IN., one daughter Kay Ellen (Michael) Braddock of Manchester; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her step-mother Marrian Ditto, who raised Helen from infancy, two sisters Dorris Unruh, and Lucy Haggerty, and one brother Charles Stack. Funeral services will be Tuesday August 14, 2007 at 1:00 P.M. at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Chelsea. Burial will follow at Oak Grove East Cemetery, Chelsea. Expressions of sympathy can be made to an animal shelter in your area. The family will receive friends at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M., also at church on Tues. from noon until the time of service.
Delores G. Ousley
Of Dansville, Mi.
Age 62 passed away Thursday August 9, 2007 at her home. She was born on April 23, 1945 in Martin County Kentucky the daughter of George and Osie (Miller) Ousley. Delores had lived in the area since she was 4 years old coming from Kentucky. She was a 40 plus year member of the Mt. Olive Old Regular Baptist Church which she dearly loved. She also enjoyed reading and listening to books on tape but will be remembered most as a person who gave to others all her life. Surviving are one brother Karl (Lois) Ousley of Leslie, and three sisters Virginia Baird of Westerville, Ohio, Shirley Johnson of Dansville, and Barbara Howard of Stockbridge, many nieces and nephews and several cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Virgil Ousley, and Willie Ousley and two sisters, Sally Lafferty and Susie McGee. Funeral services will be Sunday August 12, 2007 at 3:00 P.M. from the Mt. Olive Old Regular Baptist Church. Burial will take at Pleasant Grove Cemetery, Munith. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the Ousley Family. The family will receive friends at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home Saturday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M.
Of Dansville, Mi.
Age 62 passed away Thursday August 9, 2007 at her home. She was born on April 23, 1945 in Martin County Kentucky the daughter of George and Osie (Miller) Ousley. Delores had lived in the area since she was 4 years old coming from Kentucky. She was a 40 plus year member of the Mt. Olive Old Regular Baptist Church which she dearly loved. She also enjoyed reading and listening to books on tape but will be remembered most as a person who gave to others all her life. Surviving are one brother Karl (Lois) Ousley of Leslie, and three sisters Virginia Baird of Westerville, Ohio, Shirley Johnson of Dansville, and Barbara Howard of Stockbridge, many nieces and nephews and several cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Virgil Ousley, and Willie Ousley and two sisters, Sally Lafferty and Susie McGee. Funeral services will be Sunday August 12, 2007 at 3:00 P.M. from the Mt. Olive Old Regular Baptist Church. Burial will take at Pleasant Grove Cemetery, Munith. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the Ousley Family. The family will receive friends at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home Saturday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M.
Richard L. Lantis
Of Stockbridge, Mi.
Age 65, passed away Thursday August 9, 2007 at his home. He was born on August 16, 1941 in Jackson, MI the son of Harold and Evelyn (McManus) Lantis. Richard had lived in Stockbridge all his life. He was the owner and operator of Lantis Property and Leasing in Stockbridge. He loved International tractors and was a dealer for many years. He was a veteran serving in the United States Army Reserves and was a member of the Mackinder-Glenn American Post 510 of Stockbridge. On April 24, 1965 he married Mary Lee Dunlavy, and together they had two children, Kathleen (Andrew) Rodgers of Englewood, N.J. and C. G. Lantis of Owosso/Stockbridge. Also surviving are one sister Patricia (Clifford) Blossom of Dexter and four granddaughters. He was preceded in death by his parents. A memorial service will be held on Monday August 13, 2007 at 11:00 A.M. from the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home in Stockbridge. Private burial will take place at Oaklawn Cemetery in Stockbridge. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. Expressions of sympathy can be made to First Presbyterian Church of Stockbridge.
Of Stockbridge, Mi.
Age 65, passed away Thursday August 9, 2007 at his home. He was born on August 16, 1941 in Jackson, MI the son of Harold and Evelyn (McManus) Lantis. Richard had lived in Stockbridge all his life. He was the owner and operator of Lantis Property and Leasing in Stockbridge. He loved International tractors and was a dealer for many years. He was a veteran serving in the United States Army Reserves and was a member of the Mackinder-Glenn American Post 510 of Stockbridge. On April 24, 1965 he married Mary Lee Dunlavy, and together they had two children, Kathleen (Andrew) Rodgers of Englewood, N.J. and C. G. Lantis of Owosso/Stockbridge. Also surviving are one sister Patricia (Clifford) Blossom of Dexter and four granddaughters. He was preceded in death by his parents. A memorial service will be held on Monday August 13, 2007 at 11:00 A.M. from the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home in Stockbridge. Private burial will take place at Oaklawn Cemetery in Stockbridge. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. Expressions of sympathy can be made to First Presbyterian Church of Stockbridge.
LeMasters, Ruth Ann (Broesamle)
Of Jackson, MI
Age 65, passed away Wednesday, August 1, 2007 in the comfort of her home, after a hard fought battle with cancer. She is survived by her husband Michael LeMasters of Jackson; daughters Shelly (Kent) Murray of Elmira and Penny (Jim) Murray of Grass Lake; stepchildren Tyler LeMasters and Kerry Lammers, both of Jackson; mother-in-law Christine LeMasters of Jackson; grandchildren James Finch of Jackson, Tyler Finch of Elmira, Trevor Murray of Grass Lake, Harley Murray of Lake City and Brianna LeMasters of Jackson; brothers Wayne Broesamle of Riverdale, ND, Lowell (Kay) Broesamle and sister Mary Lou (Bob) Taylor all of Munith; many special nieces and nephews; and four legged family members Toby Joe, Trixie and Zeke, who rarely left her side. She was preceded in death by her parents Bertram and Reta Broesamle; sisters Gloria Sampson, Gladys Griffus and Donna Jarrell; brothers Darl and Loyall Broesamle; son-in-law Kirk Finch; and stepson Michael LeMasters II. Ruth Ann retired from Aeroquip Corporation after 36 years of service. She loved planting trees, gardening and lawncare, golfing, knitting, traveling with the girls, spending time fishing or at the cabin with Mike and being with family and friends. Ruth Ann will be cremated according to her wishes. Visitation will be Friday, Aug 3, from 5 – 8 and Sat from 10 a.m. till time of service. Funeral will be Saturday, Aug 4 at 11:00 a.m. from the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge with the Revs. Morrie Walworth and Charles Lang officiating. In lieu of flowers, Ruth Ann and her family request you plant a tree in her memory or make a memorial contribution to Pleasant Lake United Methodist Church. A private burial will take place at a later date.
Of Jackson, MI
Age 65, passed away Wednesday, August 1, 2007 in the comfort of her home, after a hard fought battle with cancer. She is survived by her husband Michael LeMasters of Jackson; daughters Shelly (Kent) Murray of Elmira and Penny (Jim) Murray of Grass Lake; stepchildren Tyler LeMasters and Kerry Lammers, both of Jackson; mother-in-law Christine LeMasters of Jackson; grandchildren James Finch of Jackson, Tyler Finch of Elmira, Trevor Murray of Grass Lake, Harley Murray of Lake City and Brianna LeMasters of Jackson; brothers Wayne Broesamle of Riverdale, ND, Lowell (Kay) Broesamle and sister Mary Lou (Bob) Taylor all of Munith; many special nieces and nephews; and four legged family members Toby Joe, Trixie and Zeke, who rarely left her side. She was preceded in death by her parents Bertram and Reta Broesamle; sisters Gloria Sampson, Gladys Griffus and Donna Jarrell; brothers Darl and Loyall Broesamle; son-in-law Kirk Finch; and stepson Michael LeMasters II. Ruth Ann retired from Aeroquip Corporation after 36 years of service. She loved planting trees, gardening and lawncare, golfing, knitting, traveling with the girls, spending time fishing or at the cabin with Mike and being with family and friends. Ruth Ann will be cremated according to her wishes. Visitation will be Friday, Aug 3, from 5 – 8 and Sat from 10 a.m. till time of service. Funeral will be Saturday, Aug 4 at 11:00 a.m. from the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge with the Revs. Morrie Walworth and Charles Lang officiating. In lieu of flowers, Ruth Ann and her family request you plant a tree in her memory or make a memorial contribution to Pleasant Lake United Methodist Church. A private burial will take place at a later date.
Rolland Hardt
of Mason, MI
formerly of Stockbridge, MI
Age 91 passed away at the Hospice House of Mid-Michigan on July 31, 2007. He was born the son of Charles and Ida (Brininstool) Hardt on May 15, 1916 in Detroit, Michigan. On January 4, 1941 he married Ethel L. Laberteaux and she preceded him in death in 1996. Rolland was known as a story teller, he even told stories to people he did not know and as time went on, he would "improve" his stories especially for the grandchildren. He also was a farmer, loved gardening, fishing, woodworking, singing and being with his family. Rolland served his country during World War II and received a Purple Heart. He was also a resident of Waterloo Township for 70 years. Surviving are his children Glenda (Les) Wahl of Mancelona, MI, Delores Boos of Mason, MI, Lois (Jim) Armstrong of Mason, MI, Carole (Thomas) Ray of Lansing, MI and Patty (Gary) Perkins of Mason, MI. Also surviving are 12 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren as well as his brother Lester Hardt of Jackson and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife and parents, Rolland was preceded in death by a daughter Yvonne Hardt and a son-in-law Paige S. Boos. Funeral services will be Friday, August 3, 2007 at 2: 00 p.m. with the Rev. Larry Nichols officiating from the Caskey-Mitchell funeral home. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Hospice House of Mid Michigan. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.
of Mason, MI
formerly of Stockbridge, MI
Age 91 passed away at the Hospice House of Mid-Michigan on July 31, 2007. He was born the son of Charles and Ida (Brininstool) Hardt on May 15, 1916 in Detroit, Michigan. On January 4, 1941 he married Ethel L. Laberteaux and she preceded him in death in 1996. Rolland was known as a story teller, he even told stories to people he did not know and as time went on, he would "improve" his stories especially for the grandchildren. He also was a farmer, loved gardening, fishing, woodworking, singing and being with his family. Rolland served his country during World War II and received a Purple Heart. He was also a resident of Waterloo Township for 70 years. Surviving are his children Glenda (Les) Wahl of Mancelona, MI, Delores Boos of Mason, MI, Lois (Jim) Armstrong of Mason, MI, Carole (Thomas) Ray of Lansing, MI and Patty (Gary) Perkins of Mason, MI. Also surviving are 12 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren as well as his brother Lester Hardt of Jackson and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife and parents, Rolland was preceded in death by a daughter Yvonne Hardt and a son-in-law Paige S. Boos. Funeral services will be Friday, August 3, 2007 at 2: 00 p.m. with the Rev. Larry Nichols officiating from the Caskey-Mitchell funeral home. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Hospice House of Mid Michigan. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.
Millicent K. ’Millie’ Sweet
Of Chelsea Formerly of Stockbridge, MI
Age 96, died Tuesday, July 31, 2007 at Silver Maples in Chelsea. . She was born in Harrisville, Michigan on July 5, 1911 the daughter of Rev. Edwin and Ethel (Deford) Stephens. She married Edgar L. Sweet on December 26, 1936 in Stockbridge and they were married for 62 years. Millie was a teacher for Stockbridge Community Schools for 27 years and was active in Meals on Wheels for 14 years serving as coordinator for 4 years. She was also a member of the Stockbridge United Methodist Church for 75 years, the Fun and Study Club, Waterloo Historical Society and Retired Teachers Groups. Millie is survived by five children; Michael (Jan) Sweet of Chelsea, Gary (Edna) Sweet of Walhalla, South Carolina, John (Pamela) Sweet of Stockbridge, David (Jean) Sweet of Stockbridge and Kathlene (Stanley) Hoard of Greeneville, Tennessee; Fourteen grandchildren; Twenty-two great grandchildren; one sister, Marjorie Stephens of Jackson; three sisters-in-law, Donna Stephens of Lansing, Chris Stephens of Florida and Lucille McKewan of South Carolina. Millie was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Edgar, an infant son, Stephen Arthur, two granddaughters, Shelley Sweet and Julie Proctor, daughter-in-law, Jin Sweet; five sisters, Edwina, Nellie, Ethylene, Marian and Gertrude; and three brothers, Paul, Marvin and George. Funeral services will be held on Fri, Aug 3, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. from the Stockbridge United Methodist Church, Stockbridge with the Rev’s. Larry Rubingh, Kathy Schell and Dale Vroman Co-officiating. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge and also at the Church from 10:00 A.M. until the time of service. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Arbor Hospice or The Stockbridge United Methodist Church
Of Chelsea Formerly of Stockbridge, MI
Age 96, died Tuesday, July 31, 2007 at Silver Maples in Chelsea. . She was born in Harrisville, Michigan on July 5, 1911 the daughter of Rev. Edwin and Ethel (Deford) Stephens. She married Edgar L. Sweet on December 26, 1936 in Stockbridge and they were married for 62 years. Millie was a teacher for Stockbridge Community Schools for 27 years and was active in Meals on Wheels for 14 years serving as coordinator for 4 years. She was also a member of the Stockbridge United Methodist Church for 75 years, the Fun and Study Club, Waterloo Historical Society and Retired Teachers Groups. Millie is survived by five children; Michael (Jan) Sweet of Chelsea, Gary (Edna) Sweet of Walhalla, South Carolina, John (Pamela) Sweet of Stockbridge, David (Jean) Sweet of Stockbridge and Kathlene (Stanley) Hoard of Greeneville, Tennessee; Fourteen grandchildren; Twenty-two great grandchildren; one sister, Marjorie Stephens of Jackson; three sisters-in-law, Donna Stephens of Lansing, Chris Stephens of Florida and Lucille McKewan of South Carolina. Millie was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Edgar, an infant son, Stephen Arthur, two granddaughters, Shelley Sweet and Julie Proctor, daughter-in-law, Jin Sweet; five sisters, Edwina, Nellie, Ethylene, Marian and Gertrude; and three brothers, Paul, Marvin and George. Funeral services will be held on Fri, Aug 3, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. from the Stockbridge United Methodist Church, Stockbridge with the Rev’s. Larry Rubingh, Kathy Schell and Dale Vroman Co-officiating. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge and also at the Church from 10:00 A.M. until the time of service. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Arbor Hospice or The Stockbridge United Methodist Church