Doris M. Sinclair
Of Ann Arbor, MI
Age 78, passed away Friday, October 26, 2007 at the Saline Evangelical Home. Doris was born January 13, 1929 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin the daughter of Clinton J. and Wava L. (Dickerson) Stanfield. On February 22, 1947 she married Craig A. Sinclair in Woods, Wisconsin, and he survives. Doris loved her family. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was active in Grace Bible Church in Ann Arbor. She enjoyed camping, playing the accordion, and her dogs. In addition to her husband, Doris is survived by three sons Scott (Kim) Sinclair of Gray, Georgia, Steven (Carol) Sinclair of Saline, and James (Dawn) Sinclair of Lafayette, Indiana; six grandchildren: Patrick, Kristin, Craig, Victoria, Kelli and Joshua; and two great-grandchildren: Kayden and Conor. She was preceded in death by her infant daughter Star Noel Sinclair. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 30, 2007, at 11:00 a.m. at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea with Pastor Mike Giannotti officiating. Burial will follow at Arbor Crest Cemetery in Ann Arbor. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Arbor Hospice.
Garnette A Karner
of Chelsea, MI
Formerly of Walloon Lake, MI
Age 93, passed away at Silver Maples of Chelsea surrounded by her family on October 25, 2007. She was born the daughter of George and Hettie (Wright) Reum on April 10, 1914 in Dundee, Michigan. On September 7, 1935 she married Henry Phillip Karner, and he survives. Garnette was a loving, caring wife and mother. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her daughter Sandra (George) Mayer of Chelsea, Brothers and sister-in-laws Harold (Joan) Karner and Harry Nelson as well as many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her young daughter Lauralee Ann Karner and her sister Genevieve Wicks. A memorial service will be held Monday at Silver Maples of Chelsea at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Karen Schulte and Rev. Kathy Schell co-officiating followed by a reception celebrating her life. A private burial took place at Maplegrove Cemetery in Dundee Township. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Silver Maples of Chelsea.
of Chelsea, MI
Formerly of Walloon Lake, MI
Age 93, passed away at Silver Maples of Chelsea surrounded by her family on October 25, 2007. She was born the daughter of George and Hettie (Wright) Reum on April 10, 1914 in Dundee, Michigan. On September 7, 1935 she married Henry Phillip Karner, and he survives. Garnette was a loving, caring wife and mother. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her daughter Sandra (George) Mayer of Chelsea, Brothers and sister-in-laws Harold (Joan) Karner and Harry Nelson as well as many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her young daughter Lauralee Ann Karner and her sister Genevieve Wicks. A memorial service will be held Monday at Silver Maples of Chelsea at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Karen Schulte and Rev. Kathy Schell co-officiating followed by a reception celebrating her life. A private burial took place at Maplegrove Cemetery in Dundee Township. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Silver Maples of Chelsea.
Kerney Fitch
of Stockbridge.
Age 82, passed away Tuesday October 23, 2007 at the Veterans Hospital in Ann Arbor. He was born on March 4, 1925 in Magoffin County, Kentucky the son of Steve and Cora (Allen) Fitch. Kerney had lived in the area since 1940. He was a self employed carpenter for years. A veteran of World War II serving in United States Army being discharged December 4, 1946. Favorite pastimes were Hunting ,fishing , crafts, woodworking and spending time with his grandchildren. Surviving are one son, Larry (Pauline) Fitch of Pleasant lake, three daughters Sandra (Rev. Phil) Whipple of Caro, Patricia (Brian) O’Toole of Chelsea, and Theresa (Mike) Bower of Whitmore Lake. Eight grandchildren and Six great-grandchildren. One sister Birdie Whitaker of Chelsea. He was preceded in death by his wife Elsie ’Poe’ Fitch, Three brothers, Jimmy, Noah, and Carue. Three sisters, Lula Prater, Mary Risner, Mallie Risner. One grandson Wesley R. Fitch. Funeral services will be Friday October 26, 2007 at 12:00 Noon with Rev. Phil Whipple officiating at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge. Burial will follow at East Rives Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the Heeney Road Baptist Church. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M.
of Stockbridge.
Age 82, passed away Tuesday October 23, 2007 at the Veterans Hospital in Ann Arbor. He was born on March 4, 1925 in Magoffin County, Kentucky the son of Steve and Cora (Allen) Fitch. Kerney had lived in the area since 1940. He was a self employed carpenter for years. A veteran of World War II serving in United States Army being discharged December 4, 1946. Favorite pastimes were Hunting ,fishing , crafts, woodworking and spending time with his grandchildren. Surviving are one son, Larry (Pauline) Fitch of Pleasant lake, three daughters Sandra (Rev. Phil) Whipple of Caro, Patricia (Brian) O’Toole of Chelsea, and Theresa (Mike) Bower of Whitmore Lake. Eight grandchildren and Six great-grandchildren. One sister Birdie Whitaker of Chelsea. He was preceded in death by his wife Elsie ’Poe’ Fitch, Three brothers, Jimmy, Noah, and Carue. Three sisters, Lula Prater, Mary Risner, Mallie Risner. One grandson Wesley R. Fitch. Funeral services will be Friday October 26, 2007 at 12:00 Noon with Rev. Phil Whipple officiating at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge. Burial will follow at East Rives Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the Heeney Road Baptist Church. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M.
Robert Conley
Of Manchester, MI
Age 48, passed away Monday, October 22, 2007. Robert was born April 22, 1959 in Madison Heights, MI the son of Jack and Margaret (Alspach) Conley. He had lived in the Manchester area for the past seven years, coming from Canton, Ann Arbor and Walled Lake. He graduated from Walled Lake Western High School in 1977. Robert was a Maintenance Supervisor for the Ford Motor Co. Wayne Assembly Plant. He was respected by his friends and co-workers for being an honest man and hard worker. Robert was active in life. He was a long distance runner, loved field hockey, golf, fishing and canoe races with his girls and he was good with his hands. He was involved in boy scouts and loved to cook. He was a devoted husband and loving father. On June 4, 1988 he married Susan M. Barta in Taylor, MI, and she survives. Also surviving are three daughters: Megan, Emily and Lauren. Also surviving are two brothers James Conley of Brighton, and Jack Conley Jr. of White Lake; two sisters Deborah Kraft of Gladwin, and Donna Taylor of Brighton; his mother-in-law and father-in-law Peter and Carolyn Barta of Trenton, as well as his parents of Commerce Township. Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, October 27, 2007, 11:00 a.m., at St. Mary Catholic Church in Manchester, with Rev. Fr. Timothy Krzyzaniak presiding. Burial will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery in Manchester. The family will receive friends at the STAFFAN-MITCHELL FUNERAL HOME, 901 N. Main St., Chelsea on Thursday from 2-8 p.m. also Friday from 2-8 p.m. with Rosary at 7:30 p.m. Memorial contributions can be made to the Conley Family Assistance Fund.
Of Manchester, MI
Age 48, passed away Monday, October 22, 2007. Robert was born April 22, 1959 in Madison Heights, MI the son of Jack and Margaret (Alspach) Conley. He had lived in the Manchester area for the past seven years, coming from Canton, Ann Arbor and Walled Lake. He graduated from Walled Lake Western High School in 1977. Robert was a Maintenance Supervisor for the Ford Motor Co. Wayne Assembly Plant. He was respected by his friends and co-workers for being an honest man and hard worker. Robert was active in life. He was a long distance runner, loved field hockey, golf, fishing and canoe races with his girls and he was good with his hands. He was involved in boy scouts and loved to cook. He was a devoted husband and loving father. On June 4, 1988 he married Susan M. Barta in Taylor, MI, and she survives. Also surviving are three daughters: Megan, Emily and Lauren. Also surviving are two brothers James Conley of Brighton, and Jack Conley Jr. of White Lake; two sisters Deborah Kraft of Gladwin, and Donna Taylor of Brighton; his mother-in-law and father-in-law Peter and Carolyn Barta of Trenton, as well as his parents of Commerce Township. Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, October 27, 2007, 11:00 a.m., at St. Mary Catholic Church in Manchester, with Rev. Fr. Timothy Krzyzaniak presiding. Burial will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery in Manchester. The family will receive friends at the STAFFAN-MITCHELL FUNERAL HOME, 901 N. Main St., Chelsea on Thursday from 2-8 p.m. also Friday from 2-8 p.m. with Rosary at 7:30 p.m. Memorial contributions can be made to the Conley Family Assistance Fund.
Raymond Leszczynski
Of Grass Lake, MI
Age 88, went to the Lord, October 21, 2007. He has been in failing health for 10 years. Raymond was born August 30, 1919 in Detroit, MI. He was the son of Alexander and Josephine (Winckowski) Leszczynski. He retired from Tip Top bakery in Detroit in 1972. Upon retiring he moved from Detroit to Grass Lake. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Chelsea. Raymond enjoyed the outdoors, growing roses, and spending time with his family. Raymond is survived by a sister Elizabeth Anne Drouare of Saline; four nephews Ralph (Barbara) Drouare of Commerce Township, Roger (Sharon) Drouare of Grass Lake, Mark (Sandee) Kenczyk of Jonesville, Steve Kenczyk of Canton; three nieces Rochelle Drouare of Commerce Township, Kim Nice of Plymouth, Rita (Edgar) Crawley of Dundee; also several great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, and four brothers Zygmunt Kenczyk, Theodore Kenczyk, Nicodemus Kenczyk, and Joseph Leszczynski. Funeral Mass will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, at St. Mary Catholic Church with Rev. Dr. William J. Turner officiating. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery, Manchester. The family will receive friends at STAFFAN-MITCHELL FUNERAL HOME on Monday from 6-8 p.m. with Rosary at 7:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Of Grass Lake, MI
Age 88, went to the Lord, October 21, 2007. He has been in failing health for 10 years. Raymond was born August 30, 1919 in Detroit, MI. He was the son of Alexander and Josephine (Winckowski) Leszczynski. He retired from Tip Top bakery in Detroit in 1972. Upon retiring he moved from Detroit to Grass Lake. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Chelsea. Raymond enjoyed the outdoors, growing roses, and spending time with his family. Raymond is survived by a sister Elizabeth Anne Drouare of Saline; four nephews Ralph (Barbara) Drouare of Commerce Township, Roger (Sharon) Drouare of Grass Lake, Mark (Sandee) Kenczyk of Jonesville, Steve Kenczyk of Canton; three nieces Rochelle Drouare of Commerce Township, Kim Nice of Plymouth, Rita (Edgar) Crawley of Dundee; also several great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, and four brothers Zygmunt Kenczyk, Theodore Kenczyk, Nicodemus Kenczyk, and Joseph Leszczynski. Funeral Mass will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, at St. Mary Catholic Church with Rev. Dr. William J. Turner officiating. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery, Manchester. The family will receive friends at STAFFAN-MITCHELL FUNERAL HOME on Monday from 6-8 p.m. with Rosary at 7:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Lucille Wiarda
Of Chelsea, MI
Died on October 11, 2007 at the Chelsea Retirement Community, age 86. She was born on February 6, 1921 in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, to Daniel and Sylvia (Kahoun) Swingle. Lucille was a delightful soul whose kindness, hope and trust were unshakable, even when beset by arthritis and memory loss. Lucille was proud to be a teacher. She put herself through college, graduating from the University of Wisconsin in 1943. She taught in several Wisconsin school districts, but her goal was to teach in Madison. When she lost out on a Madison position in 1949, she interviewed in Ann Arbor and took a post at Jones Junior High. She said many times that life in Ann Arbor had proved to be an acceptable alternative. Lucille married Jerry Wiarda in 1950. Jerry was a widower with two small boys. Her willingness to marry him, be a mother to their children, and ’make a home, ’ was a source of amazement to him throughout their 52-year marriage. She was in charge of her household. She had the respect of her husband and children. Her grandchildren thrived under her attention, and benefited from her sharp teacher’s instincts. Lucille worked for many years in the Cancer Registry department at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Ann Arbor, and served on its Board of Deacons. She was a volunteer visitor to hospital patients. She opened her home to out-of-town guests whose family members were receiving long-term treatment at the University of Michigan Hospitals. None left a stranger. She moved to the Chelsea Retirement Community in 2001. Her family is profoundly grateful for the friendship and love shown to Lucille by the CRC staff. She is survived by her children: John (Patricia) of Winsted, CT; David (Sharron) of Grand Rapids; Richard of Tucson, AZ; and Edith (Robert Christie) of Chelsea. She also leaves one sister, Betty Nolan of Prairie du Chien, WI, as well as seven grandchildren and one great-grandson. Her husband, Jerry, died in 2003. Her beloved step-mother, Stasia Swingle, died in 2004. At her request, her body has been donated to the University of Michigan Medical School. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Presbyterian Church of Ann Arbor, or to the Heritage Foundation of the United Methodist Retirement Communities. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 am on Friday, October 19, 2007 at Chelsea First United Methodist Church, 128 Park Street. The family will receive visitors beginning at 10:00 am. Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home
Of Chelsea, MI
Died on October 11, 2007 at the Chelsea Retirement Community, age 86. She was born on February 6, 1921 in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, to Daniel and Sylvia (Kahoun) Swingle. Lucille was a delightful soul whose kindness, hope and trust were unshakable, even when beset by arthritis and memory loss. Lucille was proud to be a teacher. She put herself through college, graduating from the University of Wisconsin in 1943. She taught in several Wisconsin school districts, but her goal was to teach in Madison. When she lost out on a Madison position in 1949, she interviewed in Ann Arbor and took a post at Jones Junior High. She said many times that life in Ann Arbor had proved to be an acceptable alternative. Lucille married Jerry Wiarda in 1950. Jerry was a widower with two small boys. Her willingness to marry him, be a mother to their children, and ’make a home, ’ was a source of amazement to him throughout their 52-year marriage. She was in charge of her household. She had the respect of her husband and children. Her grandchildren thrived under her attention, and benefited from her sharp teacher’s instincts. Lucille worked for many years in the Cancer Registry department at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Ann Arbor, and served on its Board of Deacons. She was a volunteer visitor to hospital patients. She opened her home to out-of-town guests whose family members were receiving long-term treatment at the University of Michigan Hospitals. None left a stranger. She moved to the Chelsea Retirement Community in 2001. Her family is profoundly grateful for the friendship and love shown to Lucille by the CRC staff. She is survived by her children: John (Patricia) of Winsted, CT; David (Sharron) of Grand Rapids; Richard of Tucson, AZ; and Edith (Robert Christie) of Chelsea. She also leaves one sister, Betty Nolan of Prairie du Chien, WI, as well as seven grandchildren and one great-grandson. Her husband, Jerry, died in 2003. Her beloved step-mother, Stasia Swingle, died in 2004. At her request, her body has been donated to the University of Michigan Medical School. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Presbyterian Church of Ann Arbor, or to the Heritage Foundation of the United Methodist Retirement Communities. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 am on Friday, October 19, 2007 at Chelsea First United Methodist Church, 128 Park Street. The family will receive visitors beginning at 10:00 am. Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home
Helen E. Horning
Of Chelsea, Michigan.
Age 88, passed away Wednesday October 10, 2007 at silver maples retirement community. She was born on September 26, 1919 in Chelsea, Michigan the daughter of Fred and Alma (Haarer) Bollinger. Helen was baptized confirmed married and will be laid to rest at Zion Lutheran Church. She graduated from Chelsea high school in 1938. She was a member of the Chelsea senior citizens, and worked for the Chelsea public schools as a cashier for over 20 years and retired in 1979. On January 13, 1945 she married Waldo C. Horning and he preceded her in death September 19, 1992. Surviving are five god children, Karen Polliey of Saline, Barbara Robeson of Chelsea, Sharon Hopkins of Dexter Mark (Brenda) Moore of Three Rivers, and Mel (Nina) Buss of Burlington, Vermont. Several nieces and nephews including Phyllis Wildey and Sharon Hopkins also many great nieces and nephews as well and one brother-in-law Henry Buss of Chelsea. She was also preceded in death by one brother Rudolph Bollinger, two sisters Dorothy Rentschler and Irene Buss. Funeral services will be held on Friday, October 12, 2007 at 11:00 A.M. from Zion Lutheran Church with Pastor Doris C. Sparks and pastor John Morris officiating. Burial will follow at the Zion Lutheran Church Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy can Be made to Zion Lutheran Church, Silver Maples Retirement Community or Arbor Hospice. The family will receive friend at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. Also at the church from 10:00 A.M. until the time of service.
Of Chelsea, Michigan.
Age 88, passed away Wednesday October 10, 2007 at silver maples retirement community. She was born on September 26, 1919 in Chelsea, Michigan the daughter of Fred and Alma (Haarer) Bollinger. Helen was baptized confirmed married and will be laid to rest at Zion Lutheran Church. She graduated from Chelsea high school in 1938. She was a member of the Chelsea senior citizens, and worked for the Chelsea public schools as a cashier for over 20 years and retired in 1979. On January 13, 1945 she married Waldo C. Horning and he preceded her in death September 19, 1992. Surviving are five god children, Karen Polliey of Saline, Barbara Robeson of Chelsea, Sharon Hopkins of Dexter Mark (Brenda) Moore of Three Rivers, and Mel (Nina) Buss of Burlington, Vermont. Several nieces and nephews including Phyllis Wildey and Sharon Hopkins also many great nieces and nephews as well and one brother-in-law Henry Buss of Chelsea. She was also preceded in death by one brother Rudolph Bollinger, two sisters Dorothy Rentschler and Irene Buss. Funeral services will be held on Friday, October 12, 2007 at 11:00 A.M. from Zion Lutheran Church with Pastor Doris C. Sparks and pastor John Morris officiating. Burial will follow at the Zion Lutheran Church Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy can Be made to Zion Lutheran Church, Silver Maples Retirement Community or Arbor Hospice. The family will receive friend at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. Also at the church from 10:00 A.M. until the time of service.
Lucille S. Jenkins-Dodge, 91, Jackson, died, August 25, 2007 at Foote Hospital. She was born June 9, 1916 in East Jordan, Michigan. She was raised in rural Antrim County, near Gaylord. She often talked and wrote fondly about her life on the farm, playing the violin and learning to drive. She began her teaching career while still a high school senior and received a Masters in Education from Eastern Michigan University. She taught at several so-called ’country schools’ before joining the Jackson School District in 1952. She retired at the age of 70, after teaching mostly 5th and 6th grade students at Allen and Tomlinson for 32 years. During her 51 year teaching career, with the exception of a bout with cancer, she was rarely absent from the classroom and was well known for teaching ’standard’ classroom materials enhanced by after-school life skills such as crafts, knitting and cooking. After retirement, she took up poetry (winning second place in a 1997 contest) and painting, while continuing to maintain her extensive flower gardens. She married Robert Carl Jenkins and moved to Henrietta Township where they built the family home and raised two children: a daughter, Kay, and a son, Roger who preceded her in death in 1984. Widowed in 1979, she later married Wynard Dodge, and he also preceded her in death. Lucille was an active supporter of Henrietta Township, particularly the Library and Fire Department. She was named Citizen Patriot Citizen of the Year in 2001. She is survived by her sister, Virginia, and brother, Charles, both of East Jordan; her daughter, W. Kay Voorhees and grandson, David E. Voorhees of LaCygne, KS; her grandchildren, Amy L. Dausey of Pound, WI, Allan R. Jenkins of Green Bay, WI, Michele Krueger-Rux of Spencer, WI, 8 great-grandchildren, and her step-grandson, David Dodge. A memorial service will be held Saturday October 13th, 2007 at 1:00 P.M. at the Henrietta Township Fire Station. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorials be sent to the Henrietta Township Public Library, Henrietta Township Fire Department, or the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge
Rader ’Junior’ Roark
Of Jackson, Michigan.
Age 74, passed away Friday October 5, 2007 at Foote Hospital in Jackson. He was born on April 18, 1933 in Jackson, Kentucky. The son of Rader and Rosie Lee (Dyer) Roark Sr. He had lived in the area for the past year coming from Southfield. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, also fine automobiles. Junior had owned and operated Rives Polishing and Buffing company for several years. Surviving are two children Judy Roark-Wright of Jackson, and Jasmine Roark of Jackson. Two grandchildren, Lisa Shroufe, and Laura Barden as well as nine great grandchildren, Tashonte, Richard, Dakota, Chelsea, Cadey, Nathan, Preston, Clay, and Austin. One great-great grandson TJ. One brother Ed (Mary ) Roark of Bunker Hill, four sisters Pauline Bumm of Dansville, Maxine McConeghy of Stockbridge, Ruby LaFountian of Fitchburg and Jewel (JB) Hensley of Rives Junction. His former wife Ramona King of Jackson. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be Tuesday October 9, 2007 at 11:00 AM at Trinity Pentecostal Church of Fitchburg, with Rev Mark Roark Officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery, Leslie. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Roark Family. The family will receive friends at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge Monday 2-4 and 6-8 P.M.
Of Jackson, Michigan.
Age 74, passed away Friday October 5, 2007 at Foote Hospital in Jackson. He was born on April 18, 1933 in Jackson, Kentucky. The son of Rader and Rosie Lee (Dyer) Roark Sr. He had lived in the area for the past year coming from Southfield. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, also fine automobiles. Junior had owned and operated Rives Polishing and Buffing company for several years. Surviving are two children Judy Roark-Wright of Jackson, and Jasmine Roark of Jackson. Two grandchildren, Lisa Shroufe, and Laura Barden as well as nine great grandchildren, Tashonte, Richard, Dakota, Chelsea, Cadey, Nathan, Preston, Clay, and Austin. One great-great grandson TJ. One brother Ed (Mary ) Roark of Bunker Hill, four sisters Pauline Bumm of Dansville, Maxine McConeghy of Stockbridge, Ruby LaFountian of Fitchburg and Jewel (JB) Hensley of Rives Junction. His former wife Ramona King of Jackson. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be Tuesday October 9, 2007 at 11:00 AM at Trinity Pentecostal Church of Fitchburg, with Rev Mark Roark Officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery, Leslie. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Roark Family. The family will receive friends at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge Monday 2-4 and 6-8 P.M.
David F. Buku
Of Chelsea
Age 72 passed away at the University of Michigan Hospital on October 2, 2007. He was born the son of John and Marian (Gentner) Buku on August 13, 1935 in Chelsea, Michigan. On November 3, 1962 he married Janet Bergman and she survives. David enjoyed watching sports on TV especially NASCAR racing. He retired from the U of M Grounds department after 38 years of service. He also enjoyed bowling with his family and friends and also meeting his friends for coffee in and around town. He was also very proud of being a direct descendent of Elijah Congdon the founder of Chelsea. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son David Buku of Chelsea, Many nieces and nephews and special family friend Ron Ferry and his family. In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by his brothers Jim Gaken, Earl Buku, Eddie Buku, Johnny Buku and his sister Viola Buku. Funeral services will be Friday at 2:00 p.m. at the Staffan-Mitchell funeral home with the Rev. Robert J. Freysinger officiating. Expressions of sympathy may be made to a charity of one’s choice. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 6-8 p.m. and again on Friday from 11:00 a.m. until the hour of the service.
Of Chelsea
Age 72 passed away at the University of Michigan Hospital on October 2, 2007. He was born the son of John and Marian (Gentner) Buku on August 13, 1935 in Chelsea, Michigan. On November 3, 1962 he married Janet Bergman and she survives. David enjoyed watching sports on TV especially NASCAR racing. He retired from the U of M Grounds department after 38 years of service. He also enjoyed bowling with his family and friends and also meeting his friends for coffee in and around town. He was also very proud of being a direct descendent of Elijah Congdon the founder of Chelsea. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son David Buku of Chelsea, Many nieces and nephews and special family friend Ron Ferry and his family. In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by his brothers Jim Gaken, Earl Buku, Eddie Buku, Johnny Buku and his sister Viola Buku. Funeral services will be Friday at 2:00 p.m. at the Staffan-Mitchell funeral home with the Rev. Robert J. Freysinger officiating. Expressions of sympathy may be made to a charity of one’s choice. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 6-8 p.m. and again on Friday from 11:00 a.m. until the hour of the service.
Franklin J. Beerbower.
Of Waterloo Twp.
Age 79, passed away Sunday September 30, 2007 at the Chelsea Community Hospital. He was born on May 24, 1928 in Williams Center, Ohio. The son of James B. and Nina E. ((Mannon) Beerbower. Frank had lived in the area since 1988 coming from Redford. He was a member of St. Jacob Lutheran Church in Grass Lake. He enjoyed the Lions club where he was active in fruit sales, growing pumpkins, and tractor rides in the parade. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the Army Air Force. Surviving are four children, Wayne (Catherine) Beerbower of Farmington Hills, Pamela (Cary) Sitarz of Brooklyn, Mi., Lauren (Roseanne) Beerbower of Holt, and Brian (Joann) Beerbower of Livonia. The children’s mother, Beverly Beerbower of Inkster. 1 sister Louetta Denzene of Minn. Eight grandchildren and three great grandchildren. One special friend Lillian Cantrell. He was preceded in death by his second wife Elizabeth Ricketts, One sister Anna Katherine Beerbower and one brother Delmar Beerbower. Funeral services will be Thursday October 4, 2007 at St. Jacob Lutheran Church, Grass Lake, at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Scott A. Schwertfeger officiating. Burial will be Friday October 5, 2007 at Farmers Cemetery in Ohio. Expressions of sympathy can be made to St. Jacob Lutheran Church. The family will receive friends at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home on Tuesday from 6-8 and Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. also Thursday at church from 10:00 A.M. until the time of service.
Of Waterloo Twp.
Age 79, passed away Sunday September 30, 2007 at the Chelsea Community Hospital. He was born on May 24, 1928 in Williams Center, Ohio. The son of James B. and Nina E. ((Mannon) Beerbower. Frank had lived in the area since 1988 coming from Redford. He was a member of St. Jacob Lutheran Church in Grass Lake. He enjoyed the Lions club where he was active in fruit sales, growing pumpkins, and tractor rides in the parade. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the Army Air Force. Surviving are four children, Wayne (Catherine) Beerbower of Farmington Hills, Pamela (Cary) Sitarz of Brooklyn, Mi., Lauren (Roseanne) Beerbower of Holt, and Brian (Joann) Beerbower of Livonia. The children’s mother, Beverly Beerbower of Inkster. 1 sister Louetta Denzene of Minn. Eight grandchildren and three great grandchildren. One special friend Lillian Cantrell. He was preceded in death by his second wife Elizabeth Ricketts, One sister Anna Katherine Beerbower and one brother Delmar Beerbower. Funeral services will be Thursday October 4, 2007 at St. Jacob Lutheran Church, Grass Lake, at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Scott A. Schwertfeger officiating. Burial will be Friday October 5, 2007 at Farmers Cemetery in Ohio. Expressions of sympathy can be made to St. Jacob Lutheran Church. The family will receive friends at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home on Tuesday from 6-8 and Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. also Thursday at church from 10:00 A.M. until the time of service.