Ernest William Wenk
of Chelsea, Michigan
Age 91, passed away Thursday January 26, 2006 at the Chelsea Retirement Community. He was born on June 9, 1914 in Freedom Township. Ernest was a life member of Zion Lutheran Church, a former member of Lutheran Brotherhood of Zion and former church council member. He and his father owned and operated a sawmill that was just north of the family farm where he enjoyed deer hunting, trapping, and fishing. On February 7, 1942 he married Edna M. Horning and she survives, also surviving are two children William (Marlene) Wenk of Denver,Colorado and Carolyn (Patrick) McNamara of Ann Arbor, Michigan; one brother Norman (Lorena) Wenk of Chelsea, three grandchildren; Brian Wenk, and Ryan and Erin McNamara. Sister and brother-in-laws, Dorothy Wenk of Chelsea, Margaret Horning of Manchester,George and Marian Pickell of Chelsea and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one son, Kenneth Wenk, two brothers, Elmer and Erwin Wenk, two sisters Rubna Loeffler and Edna Burkhardt. Funeral services will be Tuesday, January 31, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. from Zion Lutheran Church, with Rev. Doris C. Sparks officiating. Burial will follow at Zion Lutheran Church Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Zion Lutheran Church. The family will receive friends at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home Monday from 2-6 P.M. also Tuesday 10:00 A.M. at the church until the time of service.
Gladys M. Helek
of Grass Lake, formerly
of Chelsea, Michigan.
Age 87, passed away Thursday, January 26, 2006 at Cedar Knoll Care Facility. She was born on November 1, 1918 in Ithaca, Michigan the daughter of Charles and Myrtle (Ebright) Worden. Gladys had lived in the area since 1985 coming from Oscoda. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Chelsea for several years. She retired from the Ann Arbor School district in 1980. Surviving are two sons, Douglas Helek of Chelsea, and Charles B. Rowe of Harrieta, Michigan. Two brothers, Ivan Welch of Bay City and Jack Welch-Garrison of Fair Grove, Michigan. Two sisters Ruby Martin of Bay City and Betty Jean Koonce of Bloomfield, Michigan and four grandchildren and two great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Russell L. Rowe and her second husband George Helek. Funeral services will be Monday 11:00 A.M. January 30, 2006 at St. Mary Catholic Church with Rev. Dr. William Joseph Turner presiding. Burial will follow at Washtenong Memorial Park, Ann Arbor. Expressions of sympathy can be made to St. Mary Catholic Church. The family will receive friends at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea, Saturday from 7-9 PM. also Sunday from 3-5 and 7-9 PM. with rosary at 7:30.
of Grass Lake, formerly
of Chelsea, Michigan.
Age 87, passed away Thursday, January 26, 2006 at Cedar Knoll Care Facility. She was born on November 1, 1918 in Ithaca, Michigan the daughter of Charles and Myrtle (Ebright) Worden. Gladys had lived in the area since 1985 coming from Oscoda. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Chelsea for several years. She retired from the Ann Arbor School district in 1980. Surviving are two sons, Douglas Helek of Chelsea, and Charles B. Rowe of Harrieta, Michigan. Two brothers, Ivan Welch of Bay City and Jack Welch-Garrison of Fair Grove, Michigan. Two sisters Ruby Martin of Bay City and Betty Jean Koonce of Bloomfield, Michigan and four grandchildren and two great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Russell L. Rowe and her second husband George Helek. Funeral services will be Monday 11:00 A.M. January 30, 2006 at St. Mary Catholic Church with Rev. Dr. William Joseph Turner presiding. Burial will follow at Washtenong Memorial Park, Ann Arbor. Expressions of sympathy can be made to St. Mary Catholic Church. The family will receive friends at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea, Saturday from 7-9 PM. also Sunday from 3-5 and 7-9 PM. with rosary at 7:30.
Richard Walter Kapp
of Stockbridge
formerly of Ann Arbor
Age 74, died at Ingham Medical Hospital in Lansing on January 25. He was born the son of Walter F. and Charlotte (Voedgeding) Kapp in Manchester, Michigan on June 14, 1931. Richard graduated from Ann Arbor High School in 1949, he married Esther L. Maulbetsch in Ann Arbor on June 27, 1953 and she survives. He was a life long farmer selling his bedding plants and vegetables at the Ann Arbor Farmers Market for more than 50 years. He was also a volunteer firefighter for Ann Arbor Township for 22 years before moving to Stockbridge in 1971. Richard enjoyed the simple pleasures in life. He enjoyed teasing anyone he knew, especially his wife, by utilizing his quick wit, one liners and creative joking which he passed on to his children and grandchildren. He also enjoyed spending time at the family cabin near Clare. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren; James (Kim) Kapp of Leslie, Linda (Bruce) Rogers of Munith, Bob (Dawn Kollins, special friend) Kapp of Olivet, Walter (Carolanne) Kapp of Stockbridge, Daniel (Paula) Kapp of Jackson; 12 grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Also surviving are his sisters Agusta (Harold) Davis of Leslie, Virginia Maulbetsch of Ann Arbor Mary (Alan) Erke of Chelsea, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his youngest son Edward Kapp in 1984. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 28 at the Jeruel Baptist Church, Munith at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Robert Castle officiating. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the church. The family will receive friends at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge on Friday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m.
of Stockbridge
formerly of Ann Arbor
Age 74, died at Ingham Medical Hospital in Lansing on January 25. He was born the son of Walter F. and Charlotte (Voedgeding) Kapp in Manchester, Michigan on June 14, 1931. Richard graduated from Ann Arbor High School in 1949, he married Esther L. Maulbetsch in Ann Arbor on June 27, 1953 and she survives. He was a life long farmer selling his bedding plants and vegetables at the Ann Arbor Farmers Market for more than 50 years. He was also a volunteer firefighter for Ann Arbor Township for 22 years before moving to Stockbridge in 1971. Richard enjoyed the simple pleasures in life. He enjoyed teasing anyone he knew, especially his wife, by utilizing his quick wit, one liners and creative joking which he passed on to his children and grandchildren. He also enjoyed spending time at the family cabin near Clare. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren; James (Kim) Kapp of Leslie, Linda (Bruce) Rogers of Munith, Bob (Dawn Kollins, special friend) Kapp of Olivet, Walter (Carolanne) Kapp of Stockbridge, Daniel (Paula) Kapp of Jackson; 12 grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Also surviving are his sisters Agusta (Harold) Davis of Leslie, Virginia Maulbetsch of Ann Arbor Mary (Alan) Erke of Chelsea, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his youngest son Edward Kapp in 1984. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 28 at the Jeruel Baptist Church, Munith at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Robert Castle officiating. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the church. The family will receive friends at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge on Friday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m.
Leatha Norine McKay
Formerly of Port Richey, FL recently from Gregory, MI
Born on May 20, 1916 in Detroit, Michigan, Norine died on Sunday, January 22nd at Arbor Hospice Residence. She had been in declining health the past year and was very grateful for the loving care she received during her final months. Although she worked at many things during her life, in her heart she was first and foremost a dancer. Her ability in this was recognized early in life and she enjoyed many accolades and opportunities. This included being one of the original Rockettes, performing at the Fox Theater, and the chance to dance with Buddy Epsen. She was classically trained in the Cecchetti Method and passed her love of dance on to her students for many years. She was also an avid animal lover who was always accompanied by a canine friend throughout her life.
Norine was predeceased by her husband, Richard V. McKay, in August of 2003. She dearly loved her family and leaves a daughter Sharon (Frank) Pignanelli of Gregory; a son Randall (Sharon) McKay of Livonia; grandchildren Lisa (Clark) Ivey of Perry, John Pignanelli of Chicago, IL, Chris (Lolita) McKay of Corunna, CA, Matthew (Shannon) McKay, Melissa McKay and Lindsay McKay of Livonia; and eight great-grandchildren.
At her request, cremation has taken place and her remains will be moved to their final resting place at a later date. The family will greet friends on Saturday, January 28 beginning at 3 PM at Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, 901 N. Main Street, Chelsea, MI. A memorial service to be conducted by Reverend Diane Smith, Chaplain of Arbor Hospice, will follow at 5 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, your local Humane Society, or Arbor Hospice.
Formerly of Port Richey, FL recently from Gregory, MI
Born on May 20, 1916 in Detroit, Michigan, Norine died on Sunday, January 22nd at Arbor Hospice Residence. She had been in declining health the past year and was very grateful for the loving care she received during her final months. Although she worked at many things during her life, in her heart she was first and foremost a dancer. Her ability in this was recognized early in life and she enjoyed many accolades and opportunities. This included being one of the original Rockettes, performing at the Fox Theater, and the chance to dance with Buddy Epsen. She was classically trained in the Cecchetti Method and passed her love of dance on to her students for many years. She was also an avid animal lover who was always accompanied by a canine friend throughout her life.
Norine was predeceased by her husband, Richard V. McKay, in August of 2003. She dearly loved her family and leaves a daughter Sharon (Frank) Pignanelli of Gregory; a son Randall (Sharon) McKay of Livonia; grandchildren Lisa (Clark) Ivey of Perry, John Pignanelli of Chicago, IL, Chris (Lolita) McKay of Corunna, CA, Matthew (Shannon) McKay, Melissa McKay and Lindsay McKay of Livonia; and eight great-grandchildren.
At her request, cremation has taken place and her remains will be moved to their final resting place at a later date. The family will greet friends on Saturday, January 28 beginning at 3 PM at Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, 901 N. Main Street, Chelsea, MI. A memorial service to be conducted by Reverend Diane Smith, Chaplain of Arbor Hospice, will follow at 5 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, your local Humane Society, or Arbor Hospice.
Jack Pelton
Of Jackson, Michigan passed away Thursday, January 12, 2006 at the age of 81 after battling a long illness. Jack was born in Spring Arbor, Michigan on June 7, 1924 to Earl and Erma Pelton. He is survived by his loving wife, Margaret (Smith) of 56 years. They were married on February 19, 1949. Jack was a veteran of WWII having served in the United States Army in the European Theater from 1942-1946. Jack was a farmer having worked for Dixon Farms for many years. He enjoyed golfing, bowling, fishing for anything that would bite, and growing vegetables in his garden. Most of all, he loved his family. In addition to his wife Margaret, he is survived by his son Jack (Sandy) Pelton of Jackson; his grandchildren Tina (Ryan) Willbee, Tracy (Ryan) Morton, Becky (Greg) Williams; and his great grandchildren Ryley and Anna Morton and Jack Williams, of Jackson. Jack is survived by his brothers and sisters Earl (Alice) Pelton of Onondaga, Richard (Charlotte) Pelton of Florida, Rev. Robert (Marcena) Pelton of PA, Shirley Kidd of Duck Lake, Jeanne Elder of Jackson, and Jim Pelton of Hillsdale. Jack was preceded in death by his son Roger Dale Pelton in 1968. A celebration of his life will take place at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home on Monday, January 16 at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. Robert Pelton officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 2-6 P.M. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Southern Care Hospice of Jackson.
Of Jackson, Michigan passed away Thursday, January 12, 2006 at the age of 81 after battling a long illness. Jack was born in Spring Arbor, Michigan on June 7, 1924 to Earl and Erma Pelton. He is survived by his loving wife, Margaret (Smith) of 56 years. They were married on February 19, 1949. Jack was a veteran of WWII having served in the United States Army in the European Theater from 1942-1946. Jack was a farmer having worked for Dixon Farms for many years. He enjoyed golfing, bowling, fishing for anything that would bite, and growing vegetables in his garden. Most of all, he loved his family. In addition to his wife Margaret, he is survived by his son Jack (Sandy) Pelton of Jackson; his grandchildren Tina (Ryan) Willbee, Tracy (Ryan) Morton, Becky (Greg) Williams; and his great grandchildren Ryley and Anna Morton and Jack Williams, of Jackson. Jack is survived by his brothers and sisters Earl (Alice) Pelton of Onondaga, Richard (Charlotte) Pelton of Florida, Rev. Robert (Marcena) Pelton of PA, Shirley Kidd of Duck Lake, Jeanne Elder of Jackson, and Jim Pelton of Hillsdale. Jack was preceded in death by his son Roger Dale Pelton in 1968. A celebration of his life will take place at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home on Monday, January 16 at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. Robert Pelton officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 2-6 P.M. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Southern Care Hospice of Jackson.
Wayne A. Luckhardt
Of Big Rapids, formerly of Grass Lake, Age 55, died January 1, 2006 as a result of his vehicle being hit by a car driven by a drunk driver in Wexford Co., Michigan. He was born May 19, 1950 in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the son of Andrew J. and Bonolyn J. (Brown) Luckhardt. He had been a resident of Big Rapids since 1999. Wayne was a bus driver for the Mescosta County Headstart program for past two years. Mr. Luckhardt was a licensed contractor and had built two personal homes. He enjoyed woodworking, motorcycles, fishing and belonged to a bicycle club. Wayne was also a master gardener. He married Reann Drouare in Saline, MI on August 12, 1978. Surviving are his two children, Jonathan Luckhardt and Tamara Luckhardt, both of East Lansing, his father of Saline, brothers Gary Luckhardt of Saline and Russell (Colette) Luckhardt of Gregory, and a sister Judy (Duane) Fiegel of Manchester and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by mother and nephew Douglas Drouare.
Reann J. Luckhardt
Of Big Rapids, formerly Grass Lake Age 52, died January 1, 2006 as a result of her car being struck by a vehicle driven by a drunk driver in Wexford County, Michigan. She was born March 29, 1953 in Detroit, the daughter of Harold A. and Elizabeth A. (Leszczynski) Drouare. She had been a resident of Big Rapids since 1999. Reann was a member of the St. Mary Catholic Church, and was the billing director for Spectrum Health in Reed City, MI. Reann enjoyed gardening, bicycling, motorcycling, horses and her children and other family members. She is survived by her two children, Jonathan Luckhardt and Tamara Luckhardt, both of East Lansing, her mother of Grass Lake, two brothers Ralph H.(Barbara) Drouare of Commerce Township, MI. and Roger (Sharon) Drouare of Grass Lake, two sisters Rochelle Drouare of Commerce Township, MI, Rita(Edgar) Crawley of Dundee, MI. and several nieces and nephews. Reann was preceded in death by her father, infant brother Ruell, and a nephew Douglas Drouare. Funeral services for Wayne and Reann will be held Saturday, January 7, 2006 at 11:00 AM at St. Mary Catholic Church, 14200 Old US 12, Chelsea, MI. with Rev. Dr. William J. Turner and Deacon Richard Shaneyfelt officiating. The Rosary will be held Friday evening at 6:00 PM at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, 901 North Main Street, Chelsea. Visitation will be Friday from 1:00 to 4:00 PM and 6:30 to 9:00 PM at the funeral home and at the church on Saturday from 10:00 AM until the hour of service. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery, Manchester, Michigan. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Luckhardt Children Scholarship Fund
Of Big Rapids, formerly of Grass Lake, Age 55, died January 1, 2006 as a result of his vehicle being hit by a car driven by a drunk driver in Wexford Co., Michigan. He was born May 19, 1950 in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the son of Andrew J. and Bonolyn J. (Brown) Luckhardt. He had been a resident of Big Rapids since 1999. Wayne was a bus driver for the Mescosta County Headstart program for past two years. Mr. Luckhardt was a licensed contractor and had built two personal homes. He enjoyed woodworking, motorcycles, fishing and belonged to a bicycle club. Wayne was also a master gardener. He married Reann Drouare in Saline, MI on August 12, 1978. Surviving are his two children, Jonathan Luckhardt and Tamara Luckhardt, both of East Lansing, his father of Saline, brothers Gary Luckhardt of Saline and Russell (Colette) Luckhardt of Gregory, and a sister Judy (Duane) Fiegel of Manchester and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by mother and nephew Douglas Drouare.
Reann J. Luckhardt
Of Big Rapids, formerly Grass Lake Age 52, died January 1, 2006 as a result of her car being struck by a vehicle driven by a drunk driver in Wexford County, Michigan. She was born March 29, 1953 in Detroit, the daughter of Harold A. and Elizabeth A. (Leszczynski) Drouare. She had been a resident of Big Rapids since 1999. Reann was a member of the St. Mary Catholic Church, and was the billing director for Spectrum Health in Reed City, MI. Reann enjoyed gardening, bicycling, motorcycling, horses and her children and other family members. She is survived by her two children, Jonathan Luckhardt and Tamara Luckhardt, both of East Lansing, her mother of Grass Lake, two brothers Ralph H.(Barbara) Drouare of Commerce Township, MI. and Roger (Sharon) Drouare of Grass Lake, two sisters Rochelle Drouare of Commerce Township, MI, Rita(Edgar) Crawley of Dundee, MI. and several nieces and nephews. Reann was preceded in death by her father, infant brother Ruell, and a nephew Douglas Drouare. Funeral services for Wayne and Reann will be held Saturday, January 7, 2006 at 11:00 AM at St. Mary Catholic Church, 14200 Old US 12, Chelsea, MI. with Rev. Dr. William J. Turner and Deacon Richard Shaneyfelt officiating. The Rosary will be held Friday evening at 6:00 PM at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, 901 North Main Street, Chelsea. Visitation will be Friday from 1:00 to 4:00 PM and 6:30 to 9:00 PM at the funeral home and at the church on Saturday from 10:00 AM until the hour of service. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery, Manchester, Michigan. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Luckhardt Children Scholarship Fund
Ellen J. McGeown
Dublin, Ohio
Mother of Jennifer E.(John-David) Alford
Of Chelsea
Age 62, died Monday, January 2, 2006 at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, OH. She was born in Philadelphia, PA to the late James and Anna (Killough) Hendrickson. Ellen was a graduate of Haverford Township High School, Haverford, PA. She married Mervyn J. McGeown on August 29, 1970 in Denver, CO. Before settling in Columbus, Ellen and Merv made their homes in Chicago, Minneapolis, and Michigan. Ellen was employed part-time at The Morgan House for the past nine years. She is survived by her husband, children; John M. McGeown of London, England and Jennifer Ellen (John-David) Alford of Chelsea, her granddaughter Isobel Lovie Alford and a grandchild due in May, 2006; her sister Joan Hendrickson of Media, PA; and many, many friends. Funeral Mass will be held Friday January 6, 2006 at 11:00 AM at St. Brigid of Kildare Church, Dublin, Ohio. Graveside services will be held Sunday January 8, 2006 at 2:30 PM at Mount Olivet Cemetery, Chelsea. If they choose, friends may send expressions of sympathy to the American Heart Association, PO Box 163549, Columbus, OH 43216-3549 in Ellen’s memory. Local arrangements
are by the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea, Michigan.
Dublin, Ohio
Mother of Jennifer E.(John-David) Alford
Of Chelsea
Age 62, died Monday, January 2, 2006 at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, OH. She was born in Philadelphia, PA to the late James and Anna (Killough) Hendrickson. Ellen was a graduate of Haverford Township High School, Haverford, PA. She married Mervyn J. McGeown on August 29, 1970 in Denver, CO. Before settling in Columbus, Ellen and Merv made their homes in Chicago, Minneapolis, and Michigan. Ellen was employed part-time at The Morgan House for the past nine years. She is survived by her husband, children; John M. McGeown of London, England and Jennifer Ellen (John-David) Alford of Chelsea, her granddaughter Isobel Lovie Alford and a grandchild due in May, 2006; her sister Joan Hendrickson of Media, PA; and many, many friends. Funeral Mass will be held Friday January 6, 2006 at 11:00 AM at St. Brigid of Kildare Church, Dublin, Ohio. Graveside services will be held Sunday January 8, 2006 at 2:30 PM at Mount Olivet Cemetery, Chelsea. If they choose, friends may send expressions of sympathy to the American Heart Association, PO Box 163549, Columbus, OH 43216-3549 in Ellen’s memory. Local arrangements
are by the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea, Michigan.
Harold W. Martin
Of Lansing, Michigan.
Age 78, passed away Tuesday January 3, 2006 at the East Lansing Health Care Center. He was born on May 30, 1927 in Jackson, Michigan the son of Noble and Frankie (Howard) Martin. Harold was a veteran of World War II serving with the United States Navy and re-enlisted post war in the United States Army. During his career he worked for various companies in Jackson, Eaton, and Ingham Counties including Jet Die. He is survived by the mother of his children, Margaret Martin of Lansing; his Son Douglas C. Martin of Escanaba; three daughters, Alice (John) Albin of Fowlerville, Mi., Odette (John) Blanchard of Napoleon, and Frankie Meza of Tulsa, OK; one brother Douglas Martin of Michigan Center; and one sister, Jean Hansel of Jackson. Mr. Martin will be remembered by his eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Friday January 6, 2006 at 11:00 AM at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge with Gary Ashby Chaplain of Hospice Advantage officiating. Burial will follow at Woodland Cemetery, Jackson. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Melorheostosis Association,6611 Clayton Rd., Suite 209, St. Louis, MO. 63117. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday from 6-9 PM.
Of Lansing, Michigan.
Age 78, passed away Tuesday January 3, 2006 at the East Lansing Health Care Center. He was born on May 30, 1927 in Jackson, Michigan the son of Noble and Frankie (Howard) Martin. Harold was a veteran of World War II serving with the United States Navy and re-enlisted post war in the United States Army. During his career he worked for various companies in Jackson, Eaton, and Ingham Counties including Jet Die. He is survived by the mother of his children, Margaret Martin of Lansing; his Son Douglas C. Martin of Escanaba; three daughters, Alice (John) Albin of Fowlerville, Mi., Odette (John) Blanchard of Napoleon, and Frankie Meza of Tulsa, OK; one brother Douglas Martin of Michigan Center; and one sister, Jean Hansel of Jackson. Mr. Martin will be remembered by his eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Friday January 6, 2006 at 11:00 AM at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge with Gary Ashby Chaplain of Hospice Advantage officiating. Burial will follow at Woodland Cemetery, Jackson. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Melorheostosis Association,6611 Clayton Rd., Suite 209, St. Louis, MO. 63117. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday from 6-9 PM.
Judith A. Boyer
of Chelsea, Michigan.
Age 67, passed away Sunday, January 1, 2006 at her home. She was born on June 1, 1938 in Royal Oak Michigan the daughter of Arthur and Marjorie (Jordan) Karvel. Judy worked for 18 years at the Chelsea High School Cafeteria and retired in 1996. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Chelsea for 48 years. Judy enjoyed Knitting, flowers, watching birds and her grandchildren meant the world to her. On March 30, 1957 she married Winston E. Boyer in Chelsea and he survives, also surviving are, five children, James (Kathy) Boyer of Chelsea, Bonnie Burchett of Chelsea, Jeffery (Lisa) Boyer of Stockbridge, Joel (Betsy) Boyer of Sparta, and Heidi (Daniel) Ray of Chelsea; one brother Arthur ’Bud’ (Janet) Karvel Jr. of Dexter, two sisters; Marilyn Benson of Jonesville, MI, and Jean (Robert) Fenton of Mancelona. Also surviving are 16 grandchildren and onr great-granddaughter. Judy was preceded in death by her parents, a daughter-in-law Mary Beth Boyer, and brother-in-law George Benson. Funeral services will be Thursday, January 5, 2006 at the first United Methodist Church with Rev. Joy Barrett officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Grove East Cemetery, Chelsea. Expressions of sympathy can be made to First United Methodist Church Summer Youth Camp Scholarship Fund, American Cancer Association, or Hospice of Michigan. The family will receive friends at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, 901 North Main Street, Chelsea on Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday 2-5 and 7-9p.m. and Thursday 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.
of Chelsea, Michigan.
Age 67, passed away Sunday, January 1, 2006 at her home. She was born on June 1, 1938 in Royal Oak Michigan the daughter of Arthur and Marjorie (Jordan) Karvel. Judy worked for 18 years at the Chelsea High School Cafeteria and retired in 1996. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Chelsea for 48 years. Judy enjoyed Knitting, flowers, watching birds and her grandchildren meant the world to her. On March 30, 1957 she married Winston E. Boyer in Chelsea and he survives, also surviving are, five children, James (Kathy) Boyer of Chelsea, Bonnie Burchett of Chelsea, Jeffery (Lisa) Boyer of Stockbridge, Joel (Betsy) Boyer of Sparta, and Heidi (Daniel) Ray of Chelsea; one brother Arthur ’Bud’ (Janet) Karvel Jr. of Dexter, two sisters; Marilyn Benson of Jonesville, MI, and Jean (Robert) Fenton of Mancelona. Also surviving are 16 grandchildren and onr great-granddaughter. Judy was preceded in death by her parents, a daughter-in-law Mary Beth Boyer, and brother-in-law George Benson. Funeral services will be Thursday, January 5, 2006 at the first United Methodist Church with Rev. Joy Barrett officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Grove East Cemetery, Chelsea. Expressions of sympathy can be made to First United Methodist Church Summer Youth Camp Scholarship Fund, American Cancer Association, or Hospice of Michigan. The family will receive friends at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, 901 North Main Street, Chelsea on Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday 2-5 and 7-9p.m. and Thursday 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.
Earl D. Stoker
Of Chelsea, MI
Age 76, passed away Sunday, December 25, 2005 at Chelsea Community Hospital. He was born on August 25, 1929 in Grass Lake, Michigan the son of Raymond and Bessie (Katz) Stoker. Earl had worked for Crownover concrete products in Jackson for 32 plus years. He was a veteran of the Korean War serving in the United States Army. He and Madelyn Foley were married in Chelsea in 1964 and she survives. Also surviving are six children, Jim (Kaye) Taylor of Chelsea, Tom (Brenda-deceased) Taylor of Chelsea, John (Kathryn) Taylor of Chelsea, Debbie (Rev. Jim) Merrill of Florida, Lisa Bertke of Whitmore Lake, and Valerie (Kent) Mayhall of Texas. Also surviving are 12 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Lloyd (Pat) Stoker of Grass Lake, Don Stoker of Jackson, Bob Stoker of Grass Lake, Gary Stoker of Jackson, Marilyn (Gale) Loveland of Grass Lake, Margaret Corey of Grass Lake, Doris (Dick) Edinger of Jackson, Janet (Chuck) Ellis of Grass Lake, and Ruth Stoker of Mesa, AZ. He was preceded n death by one granddaughter, Sarah Taylor, and three brothers, Jack, Howard, and Keith Stoker also one sister, Betty Walbrook-Baker. Funeral services will be Tuesday December 27, 2005 at 11:00 A.M. from the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea with Rev. Dr. Jim T. Merrill officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Grove East Cemetery, Chelsea. Expressions of sympathy can be made to American Lung Association. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday from 6-8 P.M. also Tuesday from 10:00 AM until the time of service.
Of Chelsea, MI
Age 76, passed away Sunday, December 25, 2005 at Chelsea Community Hospital. He was born on August 25, 1929 in Grass Lake, Michigan the son of Raymond and Bessie (Katz) Stoker. Earl had worked for Crownover concrete products in Jackson for 32 plus years. He was a veteran of the Korean War serving in the United States Army. He and Madelyn Foley were married in Chelsea in 1964 and she survives. Also surviving are six children, Jim (Kaye) Taylor of Chelsea, Tom (Brenda-deceased) Taylor of Chelsea, John (Kathryn) Taylor of Chelsea, Debbie (Rev. Jim) Merrill of Florida, Lisa Bertke of Whitmore Lake, and Valerie (Kent) Mayhall of Texas. Also surviving are 12 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Lloyd (Pat) Stoker of Grass Lake, Don Stoker of Jackson, Bob Stoker of Grass Lake, Gary Stoker of Jackson, Marilyn (Gale) Loveland of Grass Lake, Margaret Corey of Grass Lake, Doris (Dick) Edinger of Jackson, Janet (Chuck) Ellis of Grass Lake, and Ruth Stoker of Mesa, AZ. He was preceded n death by one granddaughter, Sarah Taylor, and three brothers, Jack, Howard, and Keith Stoker also one sister, Betty Walbrook-Baker. Funeral services will be Tuesday December 27, 2005 at 11:00 A.M. from the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea with Rev. Dr. Jim T. Merrill officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Grove East Cemetery, Chelsea. Expressions of sympathy can be made to American Lung Association. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday from 6-8 P.M. also Tuesday from 10:00 AM until the time of service.
Carol Jean (Bame) Hogan
Of Ann Arbor
Age 81 died at the Sunrise Ann Arbor South Assisted Living Center on Tuesday. She was born the daughter of Cloyce and Florence (Schlaak) Bame on April 10, 1924 in Bluffton, OH. Carol married Harold J. Hogan on February 24, 1952 and he preceded her in death in 1979. Carol was a kindergarten teacher for over 30 years in the Ann Arbor School system where she helped shape the lives of hundreds of children. Carol also enjoyed the outdoors, her pets, feeding birds and working in her garden. She is survived by her daughter Corky (Mac) Fraker of Chelsea; her sister Juanita Jonnie(Albert) Shock of Dayton, OH; and her niece and nephew Cathy Reigelsperger and Wes Shock. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Best Friends Animal Society . At the request of the family all services are private. Arrangements are by the Staffan-Mitchell funeral home.
Of Ann Arbor
Age 81 died at the Sunrise Ann Arbor South Assisted Living Center on Tuesday. She was born the daughter of Cloyce and Florence (Schlaak) Bame on April 10, 1924 in Bluffton, OH. Carol married Harold J. Hogan on February 24, 1952 and he preceded her in death in 1979. Carol was a kindergarten teacher for over 30 years in the Ann Arbor School system where she helped shape the lives of hundreds of children. Carol also enjoyed the outdoors, her pets, feeding birds and working in her garden. She is survived by her daughter Corky (Mac) Fraker of Chelsea; her sister Juanita Jonnie(Albert) Shock of Dayton, OH; and her niece and nephew Cathy Reigelsperger and Wes Shock. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Best Friends Animal Society . At the request of the family all services are private. Arrangements are by the Staffan-Mitchell funeral home.
Ann Lee
of Chelsea, MI.
Age 66, passed away Monday December 19, 2005 at her home. She was born on April 10, 1939 in Pittsfield, Mass., the daughter of John and Sylvia (Carpenter) Russ. Ann lived in the area since 1973 and was the First United Methodist Church Financial Secretary and Choir member for many years. She received her BA in Music Education from Skidmore College and then began teaching in Georgia. In 1995 she started her own travel agency in Chelsea called Leeward Travel Associates. On June 29, 1963 she married Richard O. Lee, who preceded her in death on June 24, 2000. Surviving are four children, Rev. Melanie (Jon) Lee Carey of Ypsilanti, Becca (Greg Whitley) Lee of Ann Arbor, Tucker (Jessica Lynn) Lee of New York, and Armando Lee of Chelsea, brothers and sisters, James (Susan) Russ of Maryland, Freddie (Brian) Jones of Vermont, Peggy (Chauncy) Varney of Vermont, Connie (Paul) Medak of California, and Trudy (Seth) Russ of New York, three grandchildren, Nick and Grace Carey and Maggie Lee. She was also preceded in death by her parents. A memorial service will be Wednesday, December 28, 2005 at 11:00 AM at the First United Methodist Church of Chelsea, 128 Park Street, with Rev. Joy Barrett and Rev. Barbara Lewis-Lakin co-officiating. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the First United Methodist Church of Chelsea. The family will receive friends at the First United Methodist Church of Chelsea on Tuesday, December 27, 2005 from 7-9 PM. Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea.
of Chelsea, MI.
Age 66, passed away Monday December 19, 2005 at her home. She was born on April 10, 1939 in Pittsfield, Mass., the daughter of John and Sylvia (Carpenter) Russ. Ann lived in the area since 1973 and was the First United Methodist Church Financial Secretary and Choir member for many years. She received her BA in Music Education from Skidmore College and then began teaching in Georgia. In 1995 she started her own travel agency in Chelsea called Leeward Travel Associates. On June 29, 1963 she married Richard O. Lee, who preceded her in death on June 24, 2000. Surviving are four children, Rev. Melanie (Jon) Lee Carey of Ypsilanti, Becca (Greg Whitley) Lee of Ann Arbor, Tucker (Jessica Lynn) Lee of New York, and Armando Lee of Chelsea, brothers and sisters, James (Susan) Russ of Maryland, Freddie (Brian) Jones of Vermont, Peggy (Chauncy) Varney of Vermont, Connie (Paul) Medak of California, and Trudy (Seth) Russ of New York, three grandchildren, Nick and Grace Carey and Maggie Lee. She was also preceded in death by her parents. A memorial service will be Wednesday, December 28, 2005 at 11:00 AM at the First United Methodist Church of Chelsea, 128 Park Street, with Rev. Joy Barrett and Rev. Barbara Lewis-Lakin co-officiating. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the First United Methodist Church of Chelsea. The family will receive friends at the First United Methodist Church of Chelsea on Tuesday, December 27, 2005 from 7-9 PM. Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea.
Thomas Wojciehowski
of Riverside, California
formerly of Chelsea
Age 55 died December 19, 2005 at his home in California. He was born in Jackson, MI the son of Francis and Catherine (Collins) Wojciehowski on October 2, 1950. Thomas had a passion for foreign cars, warm weather and the Ocean. He also loved teaching and helping special needs children. Thomas was a licensed Social Worker and Director of Family Groups Homes Inc. before moving to California. Once in California he received his PhD in Educational Administration and Behavior Modification from LaVerne University. Once he received his doctorate, Thomas was a special needs teacher at the California State Hospital, and from there he acted as the following in a long Career within the field of special needs children: Director of Special Education Teacher In-servicing for Northern California, Director of Beaumont School for Boys, Principal of Hesperia Special Needs Elementary School, Principal of Ontario, California Special Education High School, part time instructor in special education social work at California State, San Bernadino. He is survived by his sister Joanne Waller of Chelsea, and his two nephews; Charles F. Waller of Northport, FL and Edward L (Sarah) Waller of Oakland, MI. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, December 28 at the Staffan Mitchell Funeral Home at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Deacon Myra Colvin officiating. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Michigan.
of Riverside, California
formerly of Chelsea
Age 55 died December 19, 2005 at his home in California. He was born in Jackson, MI the son of Francis and Catherine (Collins) Wojciehowski on October 2, 1950. Thomas had a passion for foreign cars, warm weather and the Ocean. He also loved teaching and helping special needs children. Thomas was a licensed Social Worker and Director of Family Groups Homes Inc. before moving to California. Once in California he received his PhD in Educational Administration and Behavior Modification from LaVerne University. Once he received his doctorate, Thomas was a special needs teacher at the California State Hospital, and from there he acted as the following in a long Career within the field of special needs children: Director of Special Education Teacher In-servicing for Northern California, Director of Beaumont School for Boys, Principal of Hesperia Special Needs Elementary School, Principal of Ontario, California Special Education High School, part time instructor in special education social work at California State, San Bernadino. He is survived by his sister Joanne Waller of Chelsea, and his two nephews; Charles F. Waller of Northport, FL and Edward L (Sarah) Waller of Oakland, MI. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, December 28 at the Staffan Mitchell Funeral Home at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Deacon Myra Colvin officiating. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Michigan.
Arthur I. Randall
of Lansing, Mi.
Age 79, passed away Sunday December 18, 2005 in Lansing. He was born on March 9, 1927 the son of Pearl and Ethel (Johnson) Randall. Art had worked for Bent Tube Mfg. in Fowlerville for several years. He was preceded in death by his wife Mollie in 1986. Graveside services will be held Friday December 23, 2005 at 11:00 A.M. at the North Stockbridge Cemetery with Rev Robert Castle officiating. Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Home.
of Lansing, Mi.
Age 79, passed away Sunday December 18, 2005 in Lansing. He was born on March 9, 1927 the son of Pearl and Ethel (Johnson) Randall. Art had worked for Bent Tube Mfg. in Fowlerville for several years. He was preceded in death by his wife Mollie in 1986. Graveside services will be held Friday December 23, 2005 at 11:00 A.M. at the North Stockbridge Cemetery with Rev Robert Castle officiating. Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Home.
Dr. Jerald Lewis Flinn, DC
Of Dexter
Dr. Jerald Lewis Flinn passed away Thursday evening December 15, 2005 after a brief illness. He was born January 2, 1936 in Marion, Michigan, the son of William Lee and Ellen Edna (Lewis) Flinn. He is survived by his loving wife Patricia A. (Marshall) Flinn, his two children Bryce J. Flinn of Jackson and Larie Sue (Jack) Lawson of Milan. Also surviving are his grandchildren and great grandchildren Latrica Sue Lawson, William Edward Lawson, Tammy Lynn Lawson, Stephanie (Mark) Kingen, Lawrence Russell Crawford and Doug Cruz; Micah, Malachi and Matthias. One brother Glenn Arthur (Bonnie) Flinn of St. Ignance, MI and many nieces and nephewsare also survive Dr. Flinn. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers Francis and Eugene. Dr. Flinn was a graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic and had served Chelsea and the surrounding area for 32 years. He loved to travel with his wife in his 1961 Corvair automobile. He also enjoyed working on Corvairs with and for his friends. Funeral services will be held Monday December 19, 2005 at 11:00 AM at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, 901 North Main Street, Chelsea with Rev. Larry Lyons, Pastor of the Chelsea Free Methodist Church officiating. The family will receive friends Saturday and Sunday at the funeral home from 2-5 PM and 7-9PM. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Palmer Chiropractic College of Davenport, IA, the Chelsea Free Methodist Church Building Fund or the Corvair Preservation Foundation.
Of Dexter
Dr. Jerald Lewis Flinn passed away Thursday evening December 15, 2005 after a brief illness. He was born January 2, 1936 in Marion, Michigan, the son of William Lee and Ellen Edna (Lewis) Flinn. He is survived by his loving wife Patricia A. (Marshall) Flinn, his two children Bryce J. Flinn of Jackson and Larie Sue (Jack) Lawson of Milan. Also surviving are his grandchildren and great grandchildren Latrica Sue Lawson, William Edward Lawson, Tammy Lynn Lawson, Stephanie (Mark) Kingen, Lawrence Russell Crawford and Doug Cruz; Micah, Malachi and Matthias. One brother Glenn Arthur (Bonnie) Flinn of St. Ignance, MI and many nieces and nephewsare also survive Dr. Flinn. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers Francis and Eugene. Dr. Flinn was a graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic and had served Chelsea and the surrounding area for 32 years. He loved to travel with his wife in his 1961 Corvair automobile. He also enjoyed working on Corvairs with and for his friends. Funeral services will be held Monday December 19, 2005 at 11:00 AM at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, 901 North Main Street, Chelsea with Rev. Larry Lyons, Pastor of the Chelsea Free Methodist Church officiating. The family will receive friends Saturday and Sunday at the funeral home from 2-5 PM and 7-9PM. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Palmer Chiropractic College of Davenport, IA, the Chelsea Free Methodist Church Building Fund or the Corvair Preservation Foundation.
Ivan Gene Cowan
of Truth or Consequences, NM
Formerly of Stockbridge, MI
Age 76 died Saturday, December 10 at Metroplex Hospital, Killeen, Texas. Gene was born the son of Marion (Pete) Cowan and June (Mullins) Cowan on August 6, 1929 in McGuffy, OH. In 1948 he married Eileen Delores Carr and she preceded him in death. Gene loved spending time with the family and was always ready for a fishing trip, hunting the Rockies, cross-word puzzles, or tinkering with antique automobiles. He enjoyed prospecting, reading, and spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Gene was a retiree of DaimlerChrysler Corporation employed at the Chrysler Proving Grounds for 30-years and was a UAW member. Gene is survived by his two children; Gene Cowan of Harker Heights, Texas, and Nancy (Lon) Cooper of Harker Heights, Texas. He is also survived by his grandchildren Sean (Laura) Cowan, Darren Cowan, Denise (Paul) Cooper, Tressa (Jeff) Barnett, Danielle (Travis) Conti, Andrew (AJ) Cowan, and great grandchildren Taylor Cooper, Sydney Hill, Cami Bogdan, Nadia Cowan and Sarah Barnett as well as, many cousins, aunts and uncles. In addition to his parents and wife, Gene was preceded in death by his brother Donald Glenn Cowan, and his grandchildren Merilee Kim and Robert Gene Cooper. Funeral services will be held Friday, December 16, at 11:00 a.m. at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge. Expressions of sympathy can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The family will receive friends Wednesday for 7-9 p.m. and Thursday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. at the Funeral Home
of Truth or Consequences, NM
Formerly of Stockbridge, MI
Age 76 died Saturday, December 10 at Metroplex Hospital, Killeen, Texas. Gene was born the son of Marion (Pete) Cowan and June (Mullins) Cowan on August 6, 1929 in McGuffy, OH. In 1948 he married Eileen Delores Carr and she preceded him in death. Gene loved spending time with the family and was always ready for a fishing trip, hunting the Rockies, cross-word puzzles, or tinkering with antique automobiles. He enjoyed prospecting, reading, and spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Gene was a retiree of DaimlerChrysler Corporation employed at the Chrysler Proving Grounds for 30-years and was a UAW member. Gene is survived by his two children; Gene Cowan of Harker Heights, Texas, and Nancy (Lon) Cooper of Harker Heights, Texas. He is also survived by his grandchildren Sean (Laura) Cowan, Darren Cowan, Denise (Paul) Cooper, Tressa (Jeff) Barnett, Danielle (Travis) Conti, Andrew (AJ) Cowan, and great grandchildren Taylor Cooper, Sydney Hill, Cami Bogdan, Nadia Cowan and Sarah Barnett as well as, many cousins, aunts and uncles. In addition to his parents and wife, Gene was preceded in death by his brother Donald Glenn Cowan, and his grandchildren Merilee Kim and Robert Gene Cooper. Funeral services will be held Friday, December 16, at 11:00 a.m. at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge. Expressions of sympathy can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The family will receive friends Wednesday for 7-9 p.m. and Thursday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. at the Funeral Home
Maxine Virginia Ferguson
of Jackson
Formerly of Stanwood, MI
Age 83 died Tuesday at Foote Hospital. Maxine was born the daughter of Lloyd and Jennie (Brice) Dickenson on February 16, 1922 in Applegate, MI. In 1961 she married Arnold Ferguson and he preceded her in death. Maxine loved parties with the family and was always ready for a good time. She enjoyed reading, and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Maxine is survived by her four children; Judith (Bob) Herndon of Stanwood, Janet (Ralph) Turco of Gregory, Jackie (Michael) Robertson of Taylor and Arnold (Tracey) Ferguson of Dearborn Heights. She is also survived by her brother Kenneth Dickinson of Port Huron, 14 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren as well as, many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Maxine was preceded in death by her brothers Donald and Amos Dickinson and her sister Dorris Lindsey. Funeral Services will be held Friday, December 9, at 1:00 p.m. at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home in Chelsea. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Hospice of Jackson at Oaklawn. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. A private burial will take place at Hillside Cemetery in Bellville at a latter date.
of Jackson
Formerly of Stanwood, MI
Age 83 died Tuesday at Foote Hospital. Maxine was born the daughter of Lloyd and Jennie (Brice) Dickenson on February 16, 1922 in Applegate, MI. In 1961 she married Arnold Ferguson and he preceded her in death. Maxine loved parties with the family and was always ready for a good time. She enjoyed reading, and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Maxine is survived by her four children; Judith (Bob) Herndon of Stanwood, Janet (Ralph) Turco of Gregory, Jackie (Michael) Robertson of Taylor and Arnold (Tracey) Ferguson of Dearborn Heights. She is also survived by her brother Kenneth Dickinson of Port Huron, 14 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren as well as, many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Maxine was preceded in death by her brothers Donald and Amos Dickinson and her sister Dorris Lindsey. Funeral Services will be held Friday, December 9, at 1:00 p.m. at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home in Chelsea. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Hospice of Jackson at Oaklawn. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. A private burial will take place at Hillside Cemetery in Bellville at a latter date.
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.
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.