Doris J. Richmond
of Gregory, MI
Age 77, passed away December 25, 2008 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor. She was born on January 6, 1931 in Jackson, the daughter of Howard and Sarah (Wright) Feldpausch. On June 23, 1950 she married Jack R. Richmond and he survives. Doris loved sewing and crafting and always loved to make a new recipe for her family to try. She was an avid bird watcher and liked to do puzzles. She was a loving sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. In addition to her husband she is survived by her children, Carol Furtney of Munith, Jim (Pat Prietz) Richmond of Gregory, Judy (Russ Levack) Buckner of Old Fort, NC, Beverly Outwater of Marion, NC, Amy (Steve) Drow of Stockbridge; 9 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; brother, Louis Feldpausch of Jackson; sisters, Lois McGauley, Mary Feldpausch, and Donna Feldpausch, all of Jackson. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother, William Feldpausch, and one son, Robert Richmond and one sister Margaret Cranna. Funeral services will be Monday, December 29, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. fronm the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge with Rev. Robert Freysinger officiating. Burial will follow at Unadilla Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Gregory Fire Works. The family will receive friends at the funeral; home Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M.
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Thomas Morawiec
Of Gregory, MI
Age 57, passed away on Wednesday, December 24, 2008 at his home. He was born on February 12, 1951 in Hamtramck, MI the son of John and Anna (Jaremski) Morawiec. Tom had lived in the area since 1978, moving from Detroit. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Pinckney. He was an outdoor person and enjoyed fishing, boating, and working outside in his yard. He worked as a mechanic for Ford Motor Company for 39 ½ years. On November 19, 1987 he married Lorraine A. ’Lori’ (Kosikowski) Lyson, and she survives. Also surviving are one daughter, Ashley Morawiec, of Gregory; three brothers, John (Barbara) Morawiec of Weidman, MI, Steve (Donna) Morawiec, of Wixom, MI, and David Morawiec of Florida; and one sister, Diane (Phil) Doyle of Kissimmee, FL. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, December 29, 2008, from the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home in Chelsea. Burial will take place at St. Hedwig Cemetery in Dearborn Heights, MI. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to an educational fund for Ashley Morawiec.
Of Gregory, MI
Age 57, passed away on Wednesday, December 24, 2008 at his home. He was born on February 12, 1951 in Hamtramck, MI the son of John and Anna (Jaremski) Morawiec. Tom had lived in the area since 1978, moving from Detroit. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Pinckney. He was an outdoor person and enjoyed fishing, boating, and working outside in his yard. He worked as a mechanic for Ford Motor Company for 39 ½ years. On November 19, 1987 he married Lorraine A. ’Lori’ (Kosikowski) Lyson, and she survives. Also surviving are one daughter, Ashley Morawiec, of Gregory; three brothers, John (Barbara) Morawiec of Weidman, MI, Steve (Donna) Morawiec, of Wixom, MI, and David Morawiec of Florida; and one sister, Diane (Phil) Doyle of Kissimmee, FL. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, December 29, 2008, from the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home in Chelsea. Burial will take place at St. Hedwig Cemetery in Dearborn Heights, MI. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to an educational fund for Ashley Morawiec.
Deborah C. Schuyler
of Chelsea, MI
Age 52, passed away unexpectedly on December 23, 2008. She was born October 7, 1956, the daughter of Justin and Diana (Bailey) Quinn. Deborah had lived in Washtenaw County all of her life, graduating from Dexter High School in 1974. She had worked as a seamstress for Chris Roberts-Antieau in Manchester for the past ten years. She had an extremely creative personality. She was especially talented with working with fabric and wood. She adored her family and is survived by her husband of 34 years, Ronald Schuyler; two daughters, Candice (and her fiance, Ryan Kush) Schuyler of Clinton, MI and Shannon Schuyler of Chicago; her mother, Diana (Dallas) Bachelder of Winter Haven, FL; a very special friend of the family, Leah Thompson of Grand Rapids; one brother, Michael (Sandy) Quinn of Durham, N.C. and one sister, Bonnie Quinn of Florida; and her faithful dog of 16 years, Dakota. She was preceded in death by her father and her grandmother, Margaret Bailey. A memorial service will be held at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea, on Saturday, December 27, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. with Ronald W. and La Vonne M. Harris co-officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Disabled American Veterans or the charity of one's choice. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.
Dawn M. Young
Of Chelsea, MI
Formerly of Wyandotte, MI
Age 83, passed away at the Chelsea Retirement Community, Towsley Village on December 21, 2008. She was born the daughter of George B. and Mildred L. (Warner) Lemmen on July 16, 1925 in Flint, MI. On March 29, 1944 she married L. Bruce Young, and he preceded her in death. Dawn was a loving mother of four that could be counted on to help anyone that was in need. She was involved in the PTA, Girl Scouts, worked as a seamstress for many years, taught dancing, enjoyed making arts and crafts, and was a teacher and dance instructor. Dawn was a perfectionist in everything she did. She is survived by her children, Rebecca Young of Birmingham, MI, Gail (Robert) Jackson of Chelsea, Brooke (T.J.) Spencer of Chelsea, Todd (Charlotte) Young of Houston, TX, and her sister Sherry (Milton) Lutchansky of NJ. Also surviving are her grandchildren, Kelly Jackson, Olivia Nelson, and Benjamin Spencer, and her great-grandchild, Scout Nelson, as well as her sister-in-law, Mildred White of MN. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her son, Duane Young in 2005, and her brothers, Reese, Murray and Dallas Lemmen. Funeral services will be held on December 24, 2008 from the Chelsea Retirement Community, Towsley Village Chapel with the Rev. Beth Foster officiating at 10:00 a.m. The family will receive friends at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home on Tuesday, December 23, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or the American Diabetes Association.
Of Chelsea, MI
Formerly of Wyandotte, MI
Age 83, passed away at the Chelsea Retirement Community, Towsley Village on December 21, 2008. She was born the daughter of George B. and Mildred L. (Warner) Lemmen on July 16, 1925 in Flint, MI. On March 29, 1944 she married L. Bruce Young, and he preceded her in death. Dawn was a loving mother of four that could be counted on to help anyone that was in need. She was involved in the PTA, Girl Scouts, worked as a seamstress for many years, taught dancing, enjoyed making arts and crafts, and was a teacher and dance instructor. Dawn was a perfectionist in everything she did. She is survived by her children, Rebecca Young of Birmingham, MI, Gail (Robert) Jackson of Chelsea, Brooke (T.J.) Spencer of Chelsea, Todd (Charlotte) Young of Houston, TX, and her sister Sherry (Milton) Lutchansky of NJ. Also surviving are her grandchildren, Kelly Jackson, Olivia Nelson, and Benjamin Spencer, and her great-grandchild, Scout Nelson, as well as her sister-in-law, Mildred White of MN. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her son, Duane Young in 2005, and her brothers, Reese, Murray and Dallas Lemmen. Funeral services will be held on December 24, 2008 from the Chelsea Retirement Community, Towsley Village Chapel with the Rev. Beth Foster officiating at 10:00 a.m. The family will receive friends at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home on Tuesday, December 23, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or the American Diabetes Association.
Jeweline "Jewel" Hale
of Stockbridge, MI
Age 81, passed away Sunday, December 21, 2008 at her home. She was born on August 28, 1927 in Royalton, Kentucky the daughter of Sherman and Darkey (Fletcher) Marshall. Jewel had attended many churches in the area including Heeney Road Baptist Church. She loved shopping and giving everything she could to others. Grandchildren and great-grandchildren she truly cherished. On December 31, 1960 she married Buck E. Hale and he survives. Also surviving are three sons, Ronald (Linda) Arnett of Kentucky, Donald Arnett of Dansville and Mark (Mary Ellen) Hale of Stockbridge, 14 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and 1 great- great-grandson. She was preceded in death by her parents, her first husband, Roger Arnett, three brothers, four sisters, and 2 infant siblings. Funeral services will be Tuesday, December 23, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. from the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge with Rev. Ronald Arnett and Rev. Robert Castle co-officiating. Burial will follow at Munith Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the charity of one's choice. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday from 11:00 A.M. until the time of the service.
of Stockbridge, MI
Age 81, passed away Sunday, December 21, 2008 at her home. She was born on August 28, 1927 in Royalton, Kentucky the daughter of Sherman and Darkey (Fletcher) Marshall. Jewel had attended many churches in the area including Heeney Road Baptist Church. She loved shopping and giving everything she could to others. Grandchildren and great-grandchildren she truly cherished. On December 31, 1960 she married Buck E. Hale and he survives. Also surviving are three sons, Ronald (Linda) Arnett of Kentucky, Donald Arnett of Dansville and Mark (Mary Ellen) Hale of Stockbridge, 14 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and 1 great- great-grandson. She was preceded in death by her parents, her first husband, Roger Arnett, three brothers, four sisters, and 2 infant siblings. Funeral services will be Tuesday, December 23, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. from the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge with Rev. Ronald Arnett and Rev. Robert Castle co-officiating. Burial will follow at Munith Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the charity of one's choice. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday from 11:00 A.M. until the time of the service.
Viola Green Fisher
of Stockbridge, Michigan
formerly of Fredericksburg, Virginia
Age 82, died at the University of Michigan Hospital on December 18, 2008. She was born the daughter of Pasquale and Genevieve (Rubino) Scallo on February 21, 1926 in Asbury Park, New Jersey. Viola was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother that helped raise a wonderful blended family. On May 4, 1947 she married John W. Green, and he preceded her in
death. She then married Wayne Fisher on September 3, 1983, and he also preceded her in death. Viola is survived by her two biological daughters, Susan (John) Wamback of Stockbridge, and JoAnn Adcock of Virginia, as well as her step-children Kathleen (Greg) Haysen of TX, Susan Pennypacker of TN, Nancy (William) Anderson of PA, David (Evelyne) Fisher of IL, and Tracey
(Christopher) Ruff of Virginia. Also surviving are her grandchildren, John A. Wamback, Kelly Ann Miller, and Michael S. Braxton, as well as many great-grandchildren. In addition to her husbands and parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters and four brothers. The family will receive friends at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home on Monday from 6-8 p.m. At Viola’s request cremation has taken place and a private burial will take place at Arlington National Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Arlington National Cemetery.
of Stockbridge, Michigan
formerly of Fredericksburg, Virginia
Age 82, died at the University of Michigan Hospital on December 18, 2008. She was born the daughter of Pasquale and Genevieve (Rubino) Scallo on February 21, 1926 in Asbury Park, New Jersey. Viola was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother that helped raise a wonderful blended family. On May 4, 1947 she married John W. Green, and he preceded her in
death. She then married Wayne Fisher on September 3, 1983, and he also preceded her in death. Viola is survived by her two biological daughters, Susan (John) Wamback of Stockbridge, and JoAnn Adcock of Virginia, as well as her step-children Kathleen (Greg) Haysen of TX, Susan Pennypacker of TN, Nancy (William) Anderson of PA, David (Evelyne) Fisher of IL, and Tracey
(Christopher) Ruff of Virginia. Also surviving are her grandchildren, John A. Wamback, Kelly Ann Miller, and Michael S. Braxton, as well as many great-grandchildren. In addition to her husbands and parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters and four brothers. The family will receive friends at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home on Monday from 6-8 p.m. At Viola’s request cremation has taken place and a private burial will take place at Arlington National Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Arlington National Cemetery.
Todd Brent Lee
of Scottsdale, Arizona
Age 49, passed away at his home on October 25, 2008. He was born on October 13, 1959 the son of Wilbur and Donna (Pickell) Lee. He graduated from Stockbridge High School in 1978, and had lived in Scottsdale, AZ for the past 14 years, moving from Gregory. On March 5, 1988 he married Connie Stephens, and she survives. He is also survived by his mother, of Whitefish, MT, one sister Dawn (Mark) Gregory, also of Whitefish, MT, 16 nieces and nephews, his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Ima Jean (Velton) Stephens, of Munith; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Richard (Laura) Stephens of Texas, Velton Jr. (Susie) Stephens, Sondra (Pat) Clark, Margie (Dan) Clark, all of Munith, and Carrie (Billy Jr.) Heeney of Stockbridge. He was preceded in death by his father, two nephews Brian Heeney, and Brad Clark. A graveside service will be held on Friday, December 19, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at Oaklawn Cemetery in Stockbridge. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Stockbridge Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home.
of Scottsdale, Arizona
Age 49, passed away at his home on October 25, 2008. He was born on October 13, 1959 the son of Wilbur and Donna (Pickell) Lee. He graduated from Stockbridge High School in 1978, and had lived in Scottsdale, AZ for the past 14 years, moving from Gregory. On March 5, 1988 he married Connie Stephens, and she survives. He is also survived by his mother, of Whitefish, MT, one sister Dawn (Mark) Gregory, also of Whitefish, MT, 16 nieces and nephews, his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Ima Jean (Velton) Stephens, of Munith; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Richard (Laura) Stephens of Texas, Velton Jr. (Susie) Stephens, Sondra (Pat) Clark, Margie (Dan) Clark, all of Munith, and Carrie (Billy Jr.) Heeney of Stockbridge. He was preceded in death by his father, two nephews Brian Heeney, and Brad Clark. A graveside service will be held on Friday, December 19, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at Oaklawn Cemetery in Stockbridge. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Stockbridge Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home.
Mark E. McKernan
of Chelsea, Michigan.
Age 89, passed away December 3, 2008 at the Chelsea Community Hospital. He was born on January 19, 1919 on the corner of Waterloo and Mester road, the son of Eugene and Stella (Conlan) McKernan. Mr. McKernan was a rural mail carrier for 28 years. A life member of St. Mary Catholic Church, charter member of the Chelsea Rotary, a veteran of World War II, life member of American Legion, Herbert McKune Post of Chelsea , and V.F.W. post of Chelsea as well. Life member of Disabled American Veterans, and former founder and owner of McKernan Reality. Mark enjoyed farming, talking with people, and truly loved being a Chelsea person. On October 9, 1948 he married Virginia R. Liebeck and she survives. Also surviving are two children, Dr. Thomas Mckernan of Chelsea and Anne Marie (Dr.Chris) Theodoran of Lancaster, PA. Six grandchildren, Matthew, Katherine, Christopher, Daniel, Thomas, Michael also several cousins including Katherine Lixey of Chelsea. He was preceded in death by 1 brother John McKernan, and three sisters Terese Bauer, Ruth Braun, and Monica LeFevre. Funeral services will be Monday December 8, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. from St. Mary Catholic Church with Rev. Dr. William Joseph Turner and Rev Fr. Joseph Rinaldo officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Chelsea. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy can be made to St. Mary Catholic Church, St. Louis School or Chelsea Rotary Club. The family will receive friends at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. with rosary at 7:30.
of Chelsea, Michigan.
Age 89, passed away December 3, 2008 at the Chelsea Community Hospital. He was born on January 19, 1919 on the corner of Waterloo and Mester road, the son of Eugene and Stella (Conlan) McKernan. Mr. McKernan was a rural mail carrier for 28 years. A life member of St. Mary Catholic Church, charter member of the Chelsea Rotary, a veteran of World War II, life member of American Legion, Herbert McKune Post of Chelsea , and V.F.W. post of Chelsea as well. Life member of Disabled American Veterans, and former founder and owner of McKernan Reality. Mark enjoyed farming, talking with people, and truly loved being a Chelsea person. On October 9, 1948 he married Virginia R. Liebeck and she survives. Also surviving are two children, Dr. Thomas Mckernan of Chelsea and Anne Marie (Dr.Chris) Theodoran of Lancaster, PA. Six grandchildren, Matthew, Katherine, Christopher, Daniel, Thomas, Michael also several cousins including Katherine Lixey of Chelsea. He was preceded in death by 1 brother John McKernan, and three sisters Terese Bauer, Ruth Braun, and Monica LeFevre. Funeral services will be Monday December 8, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. from St. Mary Catholic Church with Rev. Dr. William Joseph Turner and Rev Fr. Joseph Rinaldo officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Chelsea. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy can be made to St. Mary Catholic Church, St. Louis School or Chelsea Rotary Club. The family will receive friends at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. with rosary at 7:30.
Irene Jarrell
of Munith, MI
Age 85 died at the Jackson Hospice Home on December 1, 2008. She was born the daughter of William and Catherine M. (Woods) Bentley in Floyd County, Kentucky on July 19, 1923. Irene married her lifetime freind, Robert Joseph "Joe" Jarrell in 1946, and they were married for 50 years prior to his passing in 1997. Irene enjoyed quilting and crocheting, and made Afghan blankets for anyone that wanted one (and her entire family of 24!). She enjoyed gardening and planting flowers in her gardens, especially White Lillies in the Mother Mary Garden. She loved creating and tending the home that she and her husband built in Munith in 1976, and loved to cook, feeding everyone that came to her home. She had a tremendous sense of humor and loved to play tricks, tell jokes and stories. Most of all she loved spending time with her family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Irene is survived by her children, Duane C. Jarrell of Gainesville, FL, Kathrine F. (Larry Mattingly) Myers of Hampshire, IL, and Libby (Dave) Wilson of Munith. Also surviving are ten grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, as well as one sister and three brothers. In addition to her husband "Joe", she was preceded in death by one son, SP4 Wendall Joseph Jarrell, who died while serving in Viet Nam on 7/7/70. Also preceding her were one sister and eight brothers. Funeral services will be Thursday, December 4, 2008 from the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home with the Rev. Robert Castle officiating. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 11:00 a.m. until the hour of service at 2:00 p.m. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Jackson Hospice Home.
of Munith, MI
Age 85 died at the Jackson Hospice Home on December 1, 2008. She was born the daughter of William and Catherine M. (Woods) Bentley in Floyd County, Kentucky on July 19, 1923. Irene married her lifetime freind, Robert Joseph "Joe" Jarrell in 1946, and they were married for 50 years prior to his passing in 1997. Irene enjoyed quilting and crocheting, and made Afghan blankets for anyone that wanted one (and her entire family of 24!). She enjoyed gardening and planting flowers in her gardens, especially White Lillies in the Mother Mary Garden. She loved creating and tending the home that she and her husband built in Munith in 1976, and loved to cook, feeding everyone that came to her home. She had a tremendous sense of humor and loved to play tricks, tell jokes and stories. Most of all she loved spending time with her family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Irene is survived by her children, Duane C. Jarrell of Gainesville, FL, Kathrine F. (Larry Mattingly) Myers of Hampshire, IL, and Libby (Dave) Wilson of Munith. Also surviving are ten grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, as well as one sister and three brothers. In addition to her husband "Joe", she was preceded in death by one son, SP4 Wendall Joseph Jarrell, who died while serving in Viet Nam on 7/7/70. Also preceding her were one sister and eight brothers. Funeral services will be Thursday, December 4, 2008 from the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home with the Rev. Robert Castle officiating. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 11:00 a.m. until the hour of service at 2:00 p.m. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Jackson Hospice Home.
George J. Csendes
of Ann Arbor, MI
Age 80, died at his home on November 26, 2008 after a 10 year battle with cancer. He was born the son of George and Pearl (Kundrat) Csendes on July 9, 1928 in Toledo, Ohio. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Amy (Myers). George is also survived by his children Georgette Csendes of CA, Michael (Edrie) Csendes, Stephanie (David) Eckley, Andrea Csendes all of Washington State, and Scott Csendes of Ann Arbor, step children Jens Myers of NC, Beth (Tom) Collins of Dundee, Kim Myers of Saline, and Shelly Krueger of Petersburg, MI. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren, his brother Frank (Dorothy) Csendes of Temperance, MI and his sister Helen of Toledo, OH. George served in the Navy, was a ballroom dance instructor for many years, and later on managed a resale business (Garage Sale Gallery). He liked to work with people and always put a smile on those he met. He loved woodworking and was very artistic. He was an avid auction goer and collected many things including old radios. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family and all his grandchildren. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, December 3, 2008 from the Staffan-Mitchell funeral home in Chelsea, Rev. Robert J. Freysinger officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday from 5-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Arbor Hospice Foundation.
of Ann Arbor, MI
Age 80, died at his home on November 26, 2008 after a 10 year battle with cancer. He was born the son of George and Pearl (Kundrat) Csendes on July 9, 1928 in Toledo, Ohio. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Amy (Myers). George is also survived by his children Georgette Csendes of CA, Michael (Edrie) Csendes, Stephanie (David) Eckley, Andrea Csendes all of Washington State, and Scott Csendes of Ann Arbor, step children Jens Myers of NC, Beth (Tom) Collins of Dundee, Kim Myers of Saline, and Shelly Krueger of Petersburg, MI. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren, his brother Frank (Dorothy) Csendes of Temperance, MI and his sister Helen of Toledo, OH. George served in the Navy, was a ballroom dance instructor for many years, and later on managed a resale business (Garage Sale Gallery). He liked to work with people and always put a smile on those he met. He loved woodworking and was very artistic. He was an avid auction goer and collected many things including old radios. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family and all his grandchildren. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, December 3, 2008 from the Staffan-Mitchell funeral home in Chelsea, Rev. Robert J. Freysinger officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday from 5-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Arbor Hospice Foundation.
Luada Marshall
of Unadilla Twp., MI
Age 98, passed away Thursday November 27, 2008 at the Chelsea Community Hospital. She was born on October 23, 1910. Luada lived in the area most of her life and was a member of the Gregory Community Church. She graduated from Stockbridge High School in 1928, and played basketball on the first women's team. Favorite pastimes were crocheting, crossword puzzles, and reading the Jackson Citizen Patriot every day from front to back. Luada enjoyed watching the crops grow from her living room window. She discussed how much the corn had grown everyday with her neighbor, Mr. Howlett, until it was time for it to be harvested. Surviving is one sister, Evelyn Titus of L'Anse, Michigan, three grandchildren, six great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband George, daughter Jean M. Watters, and an infant daughter, Ann Marshall. Funeral services will be Monday December 1, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. at the Gregory Community Church with Rev. Heidi Demott Shanes officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery, Stockbridge. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Gregory Community Church or S.A.E.S.A. The family will receive friends at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge, Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M.
of Unadilla Twp., MI
Age 98, passed away Thursday November 27, 2008 at the Chelsea Community Hospital. She was born on October 23, 1910. Luada lived in the area most of her life and was a member of the Gregory Community Church. She graduated from Stockbridge High School in 1928, and played basketball on the first women's team. Favorite pastimes were crocheting, crossword puzzles, and reading the Jackson Citizen Patriot every day from front to back. Luada enjoyed watching the crops grow from her living room window. She discussed how much the corn had grown everyday with her neighbor, Mr. Howlett, until it was time for it to be harvested. Surviving is one sister, Evelyn Titus of L'Anse, Michigan, three grandchildren, six great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband George, daughter Jean M. Watters, and an infant daughter, Ann Marshall. Funeral services will be Monday December 1, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. at the Gregory Community Church with Rev. Heidi Demott Shanes officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery, Stockbridge. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Gregory Community Church or S.A.E.S.A. The family will receive friends at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge, Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M.
Sara J. Charlton
of Dearborn Heights, MI
Age 64 passed away at Oakwood Hospital in Taylor on November 26, 2008. She was born the daughter of Austin and Ethel (Hughes) Woodward on February 7, 1944 in Mt. Vernon, Ohio. On June 11, 1966 in Columbus, Ohio she married Rodney J. Charlton and he survives. Sara enjoyed sewing, quilting, collecting cups and saucers and baking. Most of all she enjoyed being with her family especially her grandchildren. In addition to her husband, Sara is survived by her children Rodney J. Charlton II of Dearborn Heights, Brian P. (Tracy) Charlton of Dexter, Kimberly M. (Troy) Johnson of Owasso, OK, and Stuart (Janice) Charlton of Ypsilanti; her grandchildren Sarah and Jonah Charlton, Haley, Avery and Brady Johnson and Drake Charlton. Also surviving is her brother Raymond (Paula) Woodward of Columbus, OH, her sister Susan Woodward of Lewis, Delaware, Annette Bruney of Lancaster, OH, Beverly Eisel of Columbus, OH and Barbara (David) Wollenberg of Normal, IL. Funeral services will be Monday, December 1 at 11:00 a.m. from the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home in Chelsea, MI. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 6-8 p.m. Expressions of sympathy may be made to your favorite charity in memory of Sara.
of Dearborn Heights, MI
Age 64 passed away at Oakwood Hospital in Taylor on November 26, 2008. She was born the daughter of Austin and Ethel (Hughes) Woodward on February 7, 1944 in Mt. Vernon, Ohio. On June 11, 1966 in Columbus, Ohio she married Rodney J. Charlton and he survives. Sara enjoyed sewing, quilting, collecting cups and saucers and baking. Most of all she enjoyed being with her family especially her grandchildren. In addition to her husband, Sara is survived by her children Rodney J. Charlton II of Dearborn Heights, Brian P. (Tracy) Charlton of Dexter, Kimberly M. (Troy) Johnson of Owasso, OK, and Stuart (Janice) Charlton of Ypsilanti; her grandchildren Sarah and Jonah Charlton, Haley, Avery and Brady Johnson and Drake Charlton. Also surviving is her brother Raymond (Paula) Woodward of Columbus, OH, her sister Susan Woodward of Lewis, Delaware, Annette Bruney of Lancaster, OH, Beverly Eisel of Columbus, OH and Barbara (David) Wollenberg of Normal, IL. Funeral services will be Monday, December 1 at 11:00 a.m. from the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home in Chelsea, MI. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 6-8 p.m. Expressions of sympathy may be made to your favorite charity in memory of Sara.
Arlyn James Kennedy
of Munith, Michigan
Age 80, passed away Tuesday November 25, 2008 at his home. Born on March 17, 1928 in Irving, New York, Jim had lived in the Munith area since 1966. Jim retired from the United States Navy in July 1966 after a 21 year career serving in WWII, Korea, and Vietman. Upon retirement, Jim worked for the Stockbridge School District as Maintenance Supervisor for 20 years. On July 12, 1954 he married Mary E. Medley in Indiana and she survives. Also surviving are three children, Thomas (Mary) Kennedy of Leslie, Rodney (Dawn) Kennedy of Phoenix AZ, and Jodi (Frank) Ashe of Chelsea, and six grandchildren, Kyle and Katelyn Kennedy, Emily Kennedy, Adam Small, and Ella and Claire Ashe. He was preceded in death by his parents. A visitation will be held on Saturday, November, 29 2008 from 10:00 A.M. until 12:00 Noon at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge. Private burial will take place at Munith Cemetery at a later date. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Southern Care Hospice, Juvenile Diabetes, or you can take a friend or a loved one out to lunch.
of Munith, Michigan
Age 80, passed away Tuesday November 25, 2008 at his home. Born on March 17, 1928 in Irving, New York, Jim had lived in the Munith area since 1966. Jim retired from the United States Navy in July 1966 after a 21 year career serving in WWII, Korea, and Vietman. Upon retirement, Jim worked for the Stockbridge School District as Maintenance Supervisor for 20 years. On July 12, 1954 he married Mary E. Medley in Indiana and she survives. Also surviving are three children, Thomas (Mary) Kennedy of Leslie, Rodney (Dawn) Kennedy of Phoenix AZ, and Jodi (Frank) Ashe of Chelsea, and six grandchildren, Kyle and Katelyn Kennedy, Emily Kennedy, Adam Small, and Ella and Claire Ashe. He was preceded in death by his parents. A visitation will be held on Saturday, November, 29 2008 from 10:00 A.M. until 12:00 Noon at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge. Private burial will take place at Munith Cemetery at a later date. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Southern Care Hospice, Juvenile Diabetes, or you can take a friend or a loved one out to lunch.
Emil Albert Klink
Of Chelsea, MI
Age 85 died at the Chelsea Community Hospital on November 24, 2008. He was born the son of John George Sr. and Matilda (Keck) Klink on September 14, 1923 in Lyndon Township, MI. Uncle Al as every one called him loved to play jokes on people and had a wonderful sense of humor. He was a quite man that was very friendly and would help anyone that was in need. Al was a man that cared for his land and loved to farm. Most of all he loved his nieces and nephews as his own children. Uncle Al is survived by his nieces Mary Ann (Duane) Walz of Munith, Donna Payne of Santa Barbara, Alice (Eugene) Wahl of Grass Lake, Esther (Gordon) Whitaker of Waterloo; Nephews Fred (Sue) Klink of Chelsea, John (Lynn) of Waterloo, Gary Klink of Chelsea, Phil Klink of Bush Road, David (Gena) Klink of Waterloo. He is also survived by his sister Pauline Hawkins of Ann Arbor Bill (Sandy) Altenbrendt of Chelsea, Mark (Jean) Hawkins of Ann Arbor, and Roland (Vera) Klink of Chelsea., as well as many great and great-great and great-great-great nieces and nephews along with lifelong friend Dean Clark . In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by Fred Klink Sr. William Klink, John George Klink Carl Klink, Louise Altenbrendt and Nephew George Klink. Funeral services will be Saturday, November, 29 from the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral home at 11:00 a.m. with his niece Chaplian Wendy Walz officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Chelsea Meals on wheels.
Of Chelsea, MI
Age 85 died at the Chelsea Community Hospital on November 24, 2008. He was born the son of John George Sr. and Matilda (Keck) Klink on September 14, 1923 in Lyndon Township, MI. Uncle Al as every one called him loved to play jokes on people and had a wonderful sense of humor. He was a quite man that was very friendly and would help anyone that was in need. Al was a man that cared for his land and loved to farm. Most of all he loved his nieces and nephews as his own children. Uncle Al is survived by his nieces Mary Ann (Duane) Walz of Munith, Donna Payne of Santa Barbara, Alice (Eugene) Wahl of Grass Lake, Esther (Gordon) Whitaker of Waterloo; Nephews Fred (Sue) Klink of Chelsea, John (Lynn) of Waterloo, Gary Klink of Chelsea, Phil Klink of Bush Road, David (Gena) Klink of Waterloo. He is also survived by his sister Pauline Hawkins of Ann Arbor Bill (Sandy) Altenbrendt of Chelsea, Mark (Jean) Hawkins of Ann Arbor, and Roland (Vera) Klink of Chelsea., as well as many great and great-great and great-great-great nieces and nephews along with lifelong friend Dean Clark . In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by Fred Klink Sr. William Klink, John George Klink Carl Klink, Louise Altenbrendt and Nephew George Klink. Funeral services will be Saturday, November, 29 from the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral home at 11:00 a.m. with his niece Chaplian Wendy Walz officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Chelsea Meals on wheels.
Vivian A. Lantis
of Stockbridge, MI
Age 87, passed away November 25, 2008 at the Jackson County Care Facility. She was born on March 22, 1921 in Battle Creek, MI, the daughter of Harry C. and Ivy F. (Green) Woods. She had worked for Mason General Hospital and then retired from Sparrow Hospital in 1984. Vivian had lived in the area most of her life. She liked to sew, crochet, camp, cook , and can. On March 7, 1938 she married Harold W. Lantis and he preceded her in death in June of 1993. Surviving are four children, Robert (Sally) Lantis of Stockbridge, Barbara (Edward) Huyghe of Jackson, Ralph Lantis of Stockbridge, and daughter-in-law, Edna Lantis of Bay, AR. Also surviving are 11 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and 7 great-great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by five brothers, four sisters, one son, William Lantis, and one granddaughter, Penny Crandall. Graveside services will be held at Oaklawn Cemetery, Stockbridge. Expressions of sympathy can be made to charity of one's choice, the Henrietta Fire Department, or SAESA. Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge.
of Stockbridge, MI
Age 87, passed away November 25, 2008 at the Jackson County Care Facility. She was born on March 22, 1921 in Battle Creek, MI, the daughter of Harry C. and Ivy F. (Green) Woods. She had worked for Mason General Hospital and then retired from Sparrow Hospital in 1984. Vivian had lived in the area most of her life. She liked to sew, crochet, camp, cook , and can. On March 7, 1938 she married Harold W. Lantis and he preceded her in death in June of 1993. Surviving are four children, Robert (Sally) Lantis of Stockbridge, Barbara (Edward) Huyghe of Jackson, Ralph Lantis of Stockbridge, and daughter-in-law, Edna Lantis of Bay, AR. Also surviving are 11 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and 7 great-great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by five brothers, four sisters, one son, William Lantis, and one granddaughter, Penny Crandall. Graveside services will be held at Oaklawn Cemetery, Stockbridge. Expressions of sympathy can be made to charity of one's choice, the Henrietta Fire Department, or SAESA. Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge.
Minnie Clemons
Of Stockbridge
Age 101 passed away at her home on November 22, 2008. She was born the daughter of Fred and Lillian (Wheeler) Williams on September 5, 1907, in Peck, MI. She married Walter Meister and after his death married Charles Clemons of Detroit. Minnie is survived by her son, David Meister. Also surviving are her grandchildren Randy, Scott, Terry and her great-grandchildren, Kiara and Devon. She is also survived her step daughter, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews and hundreds of wonderful friends. Minnie has resided in Stockbridge over 30 years and is a member of the First Presbyterian Church. A memorial service will be held at Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home in Stockbridge on Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Shannon O’Leary officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Minnie’s church or SAESA.
Of Stockbridge
Age 101 passed away at her home on November 22, 2008. She was born the daughter of Fred and Lillian (Wheeler) Williams on September 5, 1907, in Peck, MI. She married Walter Meister and after his death married Charles Clemons of Detroit. Minnie is survived by her son, David Meister. Also surviving are her grandchildren Randy, Scott, Terry and her great-grandchildren, Kiara and Devon. She is also survived her step daughter, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews and hundreds of wonderful friends. Minnie has resided in Stockbridge over 30 years and is a member of the First Presbyterian Church. A memorial service will be held at Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home in Stockbridge on Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Shannon O’Leary officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Minnie’s church or SAESA.
Michael P. Smith MS, PhD
Of Chelsea, MI
Formerly of Mattawan, MI
Age 47 died at his cabin on November 19, 2008 in Reed City, Michigan. He was born the son of E. Patrick and Eleanor (Keeshan) Smith on August 30,1961 in Johnson City, New York. As an undergraduate at Cornell University he met Sue Dynan. On April 6, 1985 in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, they were married and she survives. Mike was an outdoorsman that loved to hunt and fish and took great pride passing on his passion of the outdoors to his children. He was the parent that took pictures at his children's sporting events and also of everyone else as well. Mike was also very handy; he could fix anything and even built his own cabin in Reed City. Mike also had a passion for science and higher education as seen by his Masters from Western Michigan University and PhD from the University of Notre Dame. Mike touched everyone he came in contact with and took great pride in being known as "Rudy". He was employed at deCODE Genetics as the Director of Toxicology and was a Founder of Great Lakes Drug Development Company. In addition to his parents and wife Sue Dynan Smith, he is survived by his son Brendan Michael Smith and his daughter Meghan Ariana Smith both of Chelsea. He is also survived by his brothers Ed (Cheryl) Smith of Fairfield, CT; Pat (Debbie) Smith of Cary, NC and Matthew Smith of Woodstock, IL as well as his nieces Emma Grace Smith, Rebecca Lee Smith and Gwendolyn Hope Smith. Mike is also survived by Sue's parents Hal and Jacqueline Dynan. The family will receive friends at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home on Sunday, November 23 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. At the request of the family, the funeral and burial for Mike will be private. Expressions of sympathy may be made to a Scholarship for Chelsea High School students in Mike's name and memory.
Of Chelsea, MI
Formerly of Mattawan, MI
Age 47 died at his cabin on November 19, 2008 in Reed City, Michigan. He was born the son of E. Patrick and Eleanor (Keeshan) Smith on August 30,1961 in Johnson City, New York. As an undergraduate at Cornell University he met Sue Dynan. On April 6, 1985 in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, they were married and she survives. Mike was an outdoorsman that loved to hunt and fish and took great pride passing on his passion of the outdoors to his children. He was the parent that took pictures at his children's sporting events and also of everyone else as well. Mike was also very handy; he could fix anything and even built his own cabin in Reed City. Mike also had a passion for science and higher education as seen by his Masters from Western Michigan University and PhD from the University of Notre Dame. Mike touched everyone he came in contact with and took great pride in being known as "Rudy". He was employed at deCODE Genetics as the Director of Toxicology and was a Founder of Great Lakes Drug Development Company. In addition to his parents and wife Sue Dynan Smith, he is survived by his son Brendan Michael Smith and his daughter Meghan Ariana Smith both of Chelsea. He is also survived by his brothers Ed (Cheryl) Smith of Fairfield, CT; Pat (Debbie) Smith of Cary, NC and Matthew Smith of Woodstock, IL as well as his nieces Emma Grace Smith, Rebecca Lee Smith and Gwendolyn Hope Smith. Mike is also survived by Sue's parents Hal and Jacqueline Dynan. The family will receive friends at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home on Sunday, November 23 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. At the request of the family, the funeral and burial for Mike will be private. Expressions of sympathy may be made to a Scholarship for Chelsea High School students in Mike's name and memory.
Jerome T. Fischer
of Grass Lake, Michigan
Age 80, passed away on Thursday, November 20, 2008 at the Chelsea Community Hospital. He was born on June 27, 1928 in Detroit, Michigan, the son of August and Florence (Daigle) Fischer. Jerome had lived in the Grass Lake area for the past 40 years. He was employed at Chrysler Proving Grounds in Chelsea, retiring in 1991. Surviving are three sisters, Mae Rita "Sis" Hathaway of Rochester Hills, Althea "Pat" Fischer of South Lyon, and Kathryn F. (Wilbur) Christopher of Fenton; 20 nieces and nephews; and numerous great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and 4 brothers. Funeral services will be Sunday, November 23, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. from the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea. Burial will take place at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Southfield. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the American Cancer Association or the Cascade Humane Society. The family will receive friends the funeral home Sunday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.
of Grass Lake, Michigan
Age 80, passed away on Thursday, November 20, 2008 at the Chelsea Community Hospital. He was born on June 27, 1928 in Detroit, Michigan, the son of August and Florence (Daigle) Fischer. Jerome had lived in the Grass Lake area for the past 40 years. He was employed at Chrysler Proving Grounds in Chelsea, retiring in 1991. Surviving are three sisters, Mae Rita "Sis" Hathaway of Rochester Hills, Althea "Pat" Fischer of South Lyon, and Kathryn F. (Wilbur) Christopher of Fenton; 20 nieces and nephews; and numerous great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and 4 brothers. Funeral services will be Sunday, November 23, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. from the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea. Burial will take place at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Southfield. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the American Cancer Association or the Cascade Humane Society. The family will receive friends the funeral home Sunday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.
Doris Louise Marshall
of Stockbridge, Michigan
Age 61, died Wednesday, November 19, 2008 at her home. She was born on October 22, 1947 in Standish, MI, the daughter of John R. and Wanda L. (Dunn) McTaggart. On September 6, 1969 she married Robert E. Marshall in Sterling, MI. In addition to her husband she is survived by her mother; her children, Aaron (Jamie Snow) Marshall of Mason and Sarah K. (Dean) Fishel of Tyrone, PA; her grandchildren Brenna and Britt Marshall; her sister-in-law, Beverly McTaggart of Sterling; sister-in-law Elaine (Phil) Fanson; her brother-in-law Dorwin (Rose) Marshall; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her father and her brother, John A. McTaggart. Louise was an EMT for Stockbridge Area Emergency Services Authority (SAESA) and a member of the Millville United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 22, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at the Millville United Methodist Church with Rev. Robert Freysinger officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery in Stockbridge. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday at Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home in Stockbridge and also on Saturday at the Millville U. M. Church from 10:00 until the hour of service. Memorial contributions may be made to SAESA.
of Stockbridge, Michigan
Age 61, died Wednesday, November 19, 2008 at her home. She was born on October 22, 1947 in Standish, MI, the daughter of John R. and Wanda L. (Dunn) McTaggart. On September 6, 1969 she married Robert E. Marshall in Sterling, MI. In addition to her husband she is survived by her mother; her children, Aaron (Jamie Snow) Marshall of Mason and Sarah K. (Dean) Fishel of Tyrone, PA; her grandchildren Brenna and Britt Marshall; her sister-in-law, Beverly McTaggart of Sterling; sister-in-law Elaine (Phil) Fanson; her brother-in-law Dorwin (Rose) Marshall; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her father and her brother, John A. McTaggart. Louise was an EMT for Stockbridge Area Emergency Services Authority (SAESA) and a member of the Millville United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 22, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at the Millville United Methodist Church with Rev. Robert Freysinger officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery in Stockbridge. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday at Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home in Stockbridge and also on Saturday at the Millville U. M. Church from 10:00 until the hour of service. Memorial contributions may be made to SAESA.
Richard B. Reid
of Stockbridge
Age 58 passed away at his home on November 17, 2008. He was born the son of Richard M. and Arlene M. (Maas) on January 11, 1950 in Ypsilanti, Michigan. On February 22, 1991 in Toledo, Ohio he married Deborah A. Reid and she preceded him in death on July 10, 2007. Rick loved to listen to baseball games on the radio, he enjoyed playing cards with his friends, he also gave every one nicknames and enjoyed going to the family cottage. He was also a leader on the Emergency Response Team at the Ford Motor Co. Rick is survived by his children Richard B. (Felcia) Reid Jr. of Avon Lake, OH, Christopher Michael (Ashley) Reid of Westland, MI, Amy Denise (Todd) Caldwell of South Lyon, MI, Breanna M. Reid of Stockbridge and John M. Reid of Stockbridge. Also surviving is his sister Denise A. Reid, AZ, along with his grand children Christopher M. Reid Jr., Hailey L. Reid, Austin B. Reid, Melodie P. Reid, Brooklyn J. Reid. In addition to his wife Rick was preceded in death by his parents. A memorial service will be held at Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home on Friday at 1:30 p.m. with Fr. Michael A. Petroski officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday form 11:30 to the time of service. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family.
of Stockbridge
Age 58 passed away at his home on November 17, 2008. He was born the son of Richard M. and Arlene M. (Maas) on January 11, 1950 in Ypsilanti, Michigan. On February 22, 1991 in Toledo, Ohio he married Deborah A. Reid and she preceded him in death on July 10, 2007. Rick loved to listen to baseball games on the radio, he enjoyed playing cards with his friends, he also gave every one nicknames and enjoyed going to the family cottage. He was also a leader on the Emergency Response Team at the Ford Motor Co. Rick is survived by his children Richard B. (Felcia) Reid Jr. of Avon Lake, OH, Christopher Michael (Ashley) Reid of Westland, MI, Amy Denise (Todd) Caldwell of South Lyon, MI, Breanna M. Reid of Stockbridge and John M. Reid of Stockbridge. Also surviving is his sister Denise A. Reid, AZ, along with his grand children Christopher M. Reid Jr., Hailey L. Reid, Austin B. Reid, Melodie P. Reid, Brooklyn J. Reid. In addition to his wife Rick was preceded in death by his parents. A memorial service will be held at Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home on Friday at 1:30 p.m. with Fr. Michael A. Petroski officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday form 11:30 to the time of service. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family.