MAGGIE HALL

DATELINE: BRITTON

Maggie Hall, age 98, of Onsted, formerly of Britton,
died March 8, 2007.

She was born February 16, 1909 in Floyd County, KY,
the daughter of Garfield and Nancy (Honeycutt)
Collins.  She married Troy Hall and they spent 50
years together before he preceded her in death.

She was a member of the Old Regular Baptist Church,
Martin KY.  Maggie loved to cook, garden, and make
quilts.  Maggie cooked for Larry Coscarelli and Harvey
Carpenter at their well known establishments. 
She also owned and operated The Britton Restaurant
with her daughters. 
 
Maggie is survived by two daughters, Glenda Crawford
of Britton and Fayetta (David) Hohenstein of Onsted;
11 grandchildren; one great grandson; one great great
grandson a sister, Diane (Clyde) Spivey of Blissfield;
and daughter-in-law, Emma Jane Hall of Milan.

In addition to her husband Troy, she was preceded in
death by 2 sons, Virgil and Donald Hall; daughter,
Stella Rainey; 3 grandchildren, Mark Crawford, Charles
"Chuck" Rainey, and Elizabeth Rainey Flint; and
beloved son-in-law Charles "Red' Rainey.

Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Monday, March
12, 2007 at Bethel Baptist Church, Britton,
with Rev. Robert Wright officiating.  Interment will
follow at Ridgeway Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Saturday  and from
1-4 & 6-8 p.m. Sunday at
J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh.   An
additional visitation will take place one hour prior
to funeral
services Monday at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of
the donor's choice.

Condolences may be offered at:  www.pursefuneralhome.com

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MESSAGES OF SYMPATHY

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Dear Emma Jane: We were so sorry to hear of Maggie's death on Sunday
morning. We have been praying for her ever since her name appeared on
the prayer sheet. We were pleased to hear on Thursday that she didn't
have gangrene in her tail bone and then shocked to hear that she had
passed away. With much love, prayers and sympathy, Mark, Linda, and
Jaime McDonald
Linda McDonald yourdime2@charter.net
734-587-2492  Mailing address= 2009 Baldwin Rd  Monroe, Mi 48162

 

MATTHEW BARNETT

Hudson, MI

Matthew Barnett, age 45, of Hudson, passed away March
12, 2007.
Matthew was born February 11, 1962 in Adrian, Michigan
the son of Beauford and Wanda(Gehring) Barnett.

Matthew is survived by a son, Joshua Barnett of
Adrian; his mother Wanda Barnett of Hudson; one
brother Beauford L (Laura) Barnett of Hudson; three
sisters Diane Bearer of Toledo, Priscilla Matthews, of
Toledo, and Lisa Crawford of Hudson; and numerous
nieces and nephews

Besides his father Beauford, he was preceded in death
by his brother Mark, grandparents and uncles.
Funeral services will be held  1:00 P.M.  Saturday,
March 17, 2007 at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home,
Adrian with the Rev. Chris Cadwallader  officiating.
Burial will follow in Sand Creek Cemetery,  Visitation
will be from 10:00 A.M.  Saturday, March 17, 2007
until the time of service at 1:00 P. M.  Condolences
to the family may be made at www.pursefuneralhome.com

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MESSAGES OF SYMPATHY

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Dear Wanda,

 I send my heartfelt condolences; Please extend these sentiments to
Lisa, Susie, Lee and Diane.  I am so sorry to hear that Matt's time
with us has past. He will always live on in my memory as the young
vibrant man he was when I knew him best. I send my prayers that God
takes care of him now and also gives each of you the strength and
comfort that you need to make it through this trying time.
All My Love, Eddie
Henrietta Werner
EWerner10487@adelphia.net
330-730-4759  Mailing address=10487 Vorderman Ave Northfield, Oh 44067

My  thoughts are with you in this time of loss. I saw in the telegram
that Matt had passed away. I went to school with Matt from 6th grade 
on through high school. I will always remember Matt as a fun loving
good guy.  Again my thoughts are with you.
Karla (Schmitz) Miller. Class of 1980. Hudson High School.
Karla Miller millersandraburns@verizon.net  Mailing address=4670 Robb Hwy  Palmyra mi 49268

  

DATELINE:  Saline, MI

Age 82, lifetime Saline resident, passed away Tuesday, March 13th at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Saline after a short hospital stay.
 

Ted was born April 9, 1924 and graduated from Saline High School in 1942. He was a Bronze Star decorated US Army veteran of WWII (1943-45), stationed in the Asiatic-Pacific. After returning to Saline, he married Edith Joy (Way) of Pittsford, MI on August 20, 1947 in Newberry, MI, and she survives. They built their home in Saline and raised four sons together in the house where Ted lived until his final hospital stay.
 

Ted worked as an auto mechanic at Hoeft’s and then Bennett’s Service, in Saline, and finished his career with The City of Saline DPW, retiring in 1986. He frequently shared his mechanical expertise by fixing vehicles for family and friends, and passed on some of his knowledge assisting his sons, then his grandchildren, in repairing many scooters, mini-bikes, cars, trucks, motorcycles, etc. brought to his garage for an overhaul. A stroke in 1999 limited his mobility, but Ted could still determine the problem and advise the repair of just about anything.
 

In 1972, Ted and Edith purchased a cabin in Harrison, MI which was a favorite vacation spot for the entire family and many friends over the years. Before his health declined, Ted enjoyed bowling, boating, fishing, golf, snowmobiling, hunting (last founding member of the “Bois Blanc Island Hunt Club”) and was always ready to play a game of cribbage, euchre or pinochle. Ted loved animals and could be seen riding his motorized scooter around town, treating the dogs he met with a biscuit or two.
 

Besides his wife, Ted is survived by sons, Stephen (Mary Jane) of Saline Twp, Phillip of Harrison, MI, Kevin (Sandra) of Saline, and David (Tamara) of Clinton, MI; grandchildren, Michael (Ana Catalina), Jeffrey (Shaun), Amanda, Carrie, Christopher, Daniel, Elizabeth; great-granddaughters, Madalynn and Ava; sisters Dorothy Hiser and Betty Ormsby; one cousin, Russell (Joann) Ellis; sisters-in law, Anna Alber, Jane Bowen, Alice Kuhn, Bernadette Ormsby, Ruth Pocock, Dorothy Wiebusch; one brother-in-law, Peter Pocock; several nieces and nephews, notably Lynn Babcock, who brought him many home-cooked meals. Ted was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Florine (Ellis) Ormsby; one brother, Robert Ormsby; one cousin, Mac Lossing; and brothers-in-law, Glen Kuhn, Ed Hiser, Ralph Bowen, Clarence Wiebusch, Nathan (Al) Alber.
 

He was a life-member of The Saline American Legion Post #322.

Ted donated his body to The University of Michigan Medical School.

A private graveside service is planned for a future date. Friends and family are invited to join together at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, March 23rd at the Saline American Legion Post #322 for a military recognition service followed by coffee hour/open house until 8 p.m.
 

Memorials may be made to American Diabetes Association, Humane Society of Huron Valley, Lenawee Humane Society, or a charity of your choice.
 

Condolences to the family may be made online at www.pursefuneralhome.com
 

Arrangements by J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh, MI.

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MESSAGES OF SYMPATHY

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Mrs Ormsby, when I heard of Mr. Ormsby's passing, my mind was flooded with all the memories of growing up across the street. I remember hiding with my brother under your pine trees, 'helping' you garden, having our bikes fixed (even given to us) by him. You both would always buy something for our school fundraisers, and always had kind words and smiles for us. I still have a wooden clown tumbler he made me. You both made growing up so much happier, and helped establish our sense of community and caring. I know my mother appreciated all your help, as well as the friendship and support you gave her. I just wanted you to know how much of an impression he, and you, made in my life- and I can still see your smiling faces as you wave from across the street. ~ marysiaprzeslawski alasdealma@hotmail.com    (313)  574 5777

You were both like neighborhood grandparents to all of us at 313 Spring
St, and Mr. Ormsby will be missed very much. I'll always remember him for
fixing the minor (and not so minor) problems in my car, babysitting Mr.
Bird, helping me fold newspapers for my paper route, and rescuing me
from the maple tree when I climbed too high! I'm very sorry to hear
about his passing, but he will live on in some very fond memories.
Rachel Przeslawski    rachel@life.bio.sunysb.edu 

Frank C. Horan of Clinton passed away Thursday;,
March 22, 2007 at Tendercare of Adrian under the care
of Great Lakes Hospice and his loved ones.

He was born August 8, 1925 in Dunmore, Pennsylvania to
Frank Horan and Mary Gregorski  and he married the
love of his life, Florence Ball on July 10, 1953.  She
preceded him in death in June of 2000.  In addition to
his parents and wife was was preceded in death by one
brother, Stanley Horan of Pennsylvania.

Frank was a very social person and made friends very
easily.  He loved especially being around his family
and friends.  Bowling, hunting, fishing, water skiing
(even though he couldn't swim), traveling and camping
were among his favorite activities.

A veteran of the Army during W.W.II he was stationed
at Dachau, Germany.  Dachau was the site of the
concentration camp where thousands of Polish Jews and
other prisoners lost their lives at the hands of the
Nazi's.  Frank could hardly speak of the place without
becoming emotional.

Frank is survived by his stepson Michael Loucks
(Rebecca) of Vassar, Michigan and his stepdaughter
Cyndi Derby (Dick) of Saline, Michigan, 12
step-grandchildren and 12 step great grandchildren.
In addition to those mentioned Frank is survived by
three brothers, George Sheypuk and Paul Sheypuk of
Pennsylvania and Pete Sheypuk of New York;  two
sisters, Dorothy Lee and Agnes Kapinos of
Pennsylvania; sister in law Carmen Korb of Louisville,
Kentucky; a host of nieces and nephews and two special
friends, Steve and Debbie Trammell of Manchester,
Michigan.

Funeral arrangements are being handled by the J.
Gilbert Purse Funeral Home of Tecumseh.  Services for
Frank will be held at the funeral home on Saturday,
March 24th at 2:00 P. M. with visitation beginning at
12:00 noon.
  

Alan Mark Wagner

 

DATELINE:  ADRIAN

Alan Mark Wagner, age 42, of Adrian, died March 22,
2007.

He was born June 11, 1964, in Detroit, MI, the son of
Edwin and Penelope Wagner.

Alan is survived by his curent wife, Angel of Adrian, former wife, Kelly Ann Armour
of Westland, 2 daughters, Chelsie Ann Wagner of
Westland, Caitlyn Rose Wagner of Adrian; and one son,
Schyler Mark Wagner of Westland; 2 grandchildren,
Valerie Ann Barocio and Steven James Nicholas Pfister;
mother and father, Edwin and Penelope Wagner;  his
brother, Blake Wagner of Texas, and Danny Wagner;
uncles Norman (Cynthia) Wagner of St. Clair Shores,
Brad Wagner of Detroit, Kevin (Carol) Wagner of
Dearborn, and Rick Charley of New York.

Visitation will be held from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. Monday,
March 26, 2007 at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.

Arthur W. George and Helen A. George went to be with
their Lord and Savior within 15 minutes of each other
on March 24, 2007 at the Lenawee Medical Care Facility
in Adrian surrounded by their loving family.

Arthur was born December 31, 1919 in Britton, MI the
son of Ralph and Lenora (Buckles) George.  Helen was
born October 9, 1919 in Maybee, MI the daughter of
Daniel and Grace (Laudenslager) Rehberg.  Arthur and
Helen were married on October 19, 1940 in Toledo, OH
and celebrated 67 years together.  They were members
of Berean Baptist Church of Adrian.  Their love for
the Lord was demonstrated through their daily walk and
love of others.  They were residents of Tecumseh for
all their adult lives.  They enjoyed traveling the USA
together and with friends.

Helen enjoyed spending time with her family,
especially her grandchildren and 11 great
grandchildren.  She was an avid game player and
enjoyed gardening and reading.  Arthur graduated from
Britton High School in 1937.  He had a long career as
Chief Inspector  at Tecumseh Products Co. retiring in
March, 1982 after 35 1/2 years.  He liked bowling,
golfing, sports on TV and spending time with his
family.

Arthur and Helen are survived by their two daughters
Janice (Robert) Taylor, Linda (Larry) Lawrence and a
son Lynn (Jeanette) George, all of Tecumseh.  In
addition, there are eight grandchildren; Robin (Ben)
Neal of Adrian, Lynne (Carl) Hayes of Milan, David
Taylor of Tecumseh, Nathan (Ericka) Lawrence of
Palmyra, Trisha (Bobby) Benjamin of Adrian,
Christopher Lawrence of Tecumseh, Dustin (Michelle)
George of Adrian, Tiffany George of Tecumseh and 11
great grandchildren.  Helen is survived by one sister,
Wilma ( Leonard) Federer of Ypsilanti and one brother,
Donald (Virginia ) Rehberg of Gainsville Georgia and
preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, Gladys
Meska and Janet Pratt.    Arthur is preceded in death
by his parents, two sisters Helen Ousterhout and Ethel
Jewel; and two brothers, Gardner and Harlan George

Funeral services will be 11:00 A. M. Wednesday, March
28, 2007 at the Berean Baptist Church, Adrian with
Pastors Doug Rogers and Todd Hogue officiating.
Burial will follow at Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens, Tecumseh.
 

Visitation will be from 2 - 4 and 6 - 8 P. M. Tuesday, March 27, 2007                                                                 at  J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. 
 

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee or Berean Baptist Church. 

Condolences to the family may be made at www.pursefuneralhome.com

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MESSAGES OF SYMPATHY

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Bob and Jan Taylor
Just a quick note to send our sympathies.  What a wonderful life your
parents enjoyed together and an added blessing to meet Christ
together!  But then there is the family left here on earth that
suffers the loss of their passing. 

Blessings on you as you deal w/all the family and details of the next
few days in preparation of the service.  You will be in our thoughts
and prayers.

Bob & Judy Bragg  bragg69@comcast.net   517-263-4158
2150 Sword Highway
Adrian, MI 49221 

Arthur W. George and Helen A. George went to be with
their Lord and Savior within 15 minutes of each other
on March 24, 2007 at the Lenawee Medical Care Facility
in Adrian surrounded by their loving family.

Arthur was born December 31, 1919 in Britton, MI the
son of Ralph and Lenora (Buckles) George.  Helen was
born October 9, 1919 in Maybee, MI the daughter of
Daniel and Grace (Laudenslager) Rehberg.  Arthur and
Helen were married on October 19, 1940 in Toledo, OH
and celebrated 67 years together.  They were members
of Berean Baptist Church of Adrian.  Their love for
the Lord was demonstrated through their daily walk and
love of others.  They were residents of Tecumseh for
all their adult lives.  They enjoyed traveling the USA
together and with friends.

Helen enjoyed spending time with her family,
especially her grandchildren and 11 great
grandchildren.  She was an avid game player and
enjoyed gardening and reading.  Arthur graduated from
Britton High School in 1937.  He had a long career as
Chief Inspector  at Tecumseh Products Co. retiring in
March, 1982 after 35 1/2 years.  He liked bowling,
golfing, sports on TV and spending time with his
family.

Arthur and Helen are survived by their two daughters
Janice (Robert) Taylor, Linda (Larry) Lawrence and a
son Lynn (Jeanette) George, all of Tecumseh.  In
addition, there are eight grandchildren; Robin (Ben)
Neal of Adrian, Lynne (Carl) Hayes of Milan, David
Taylor of Tecumseh, Nathan (Ericka) Lawrence of
Palmyra, Trisha (Bobby) Benjamin of Adrian,
Christopher Lawrence of Tecumseh, Dustin (Michelle)
George of Adrian, Tiffany George of Tecumseh and 11
great grandchildren.  Helen is survived by one sister,
Wilma ( Leonard) Federer of Ypsilanti and one brother,
Donald (Virginia ) Rehberg of Gainsville Georgia and
preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, Gladys
Meska and Janet Pratt.    Arthur is preceded in death
by his parents, two sisters Helen Ousterhout and Ethel
Jewel; and two brothers, Gardner and Harlan George

Funeral services will be 11:00 A. M. Wednesday, March
28, 2007 at the Berean Baptist Church, Adrian with
Pastors Doug Rogers and Todd Hogue officiating.
Burial will follow at Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens, Tecumseh.

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Jeffrey David McNamara "Fester"

DATELINE:  HUDSON, MI

Jeffrey "Fester" McNamara, age 38, of Hudson, passed away March 23, 2007.
 

Jeff was born November 4, 1968 in Adrian, MI the son
of Paul and Charlotte (Wilson) McNamara.   He was a
former, longtime member of a local motorcycle club.
He enjoyed Nascar racing and outdoor activities.
Besides his mother Charlotte, Jeff is survived by
three sisters Paula Jean McNamara and her fiancé Scott
Smith of Adrian,  Pamela (Dan) Morse of Blissfield,
and Christine McNamara of Hudson; two daughters,
Mikayla and Jeana McNamara of Morenci; grandmother
Joanna Wilson of Adrian; and numerous uncles, aunts,
nieces and nephews

Jeff was preceded in death by his father Paul and
grandparents Edith and Othmer Herman and Dale Wilson.
 

Funeral services will be held 11:00 A. M. Friday,
March 30, 2007, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home,
Adrian with the Rev. Chris Cadwallader officiating.
Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery, Adrian.
Visitation will be 2 - 4 and 6 - 8 P. M. Thursday,
March 29, 2007 at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home,
Adrian.  Condolences to the family may be made at
www.pursefuneralhome.com.

 

Ardys Elaine Pence

DATELINE:  ADRIAN, MI

Ardys E. Pence, age 67, of Adrian, passed away March 24, 2007.
 

Ardys was born January 12, 1940 in Macomb County, MI,
the daughter of Ralph and Helen (Cilley) Pence.
She was a very loving mother, grandmother and great
grandmother.  When younger she had a love of riding
horses.  Other things she enjoyed was playing bingo,
the lottery, cards, and fishing.
 

Ardys is survived one daughter Pamela Sue Luce
Rodriquez of Adrian; one son Walter Owen (Athena)
Brown of Adrian; one sister Violet Herman of Manitou
Beach; one brother Donnie Pence of Clayton; six
grandchildren, Joey, Lyle, Justin, Porsha, Gillian,
and Talon; and four great grandchildren, Elena,
Christopher, Nick, and Rebecca.

Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by two
nephews, Terry and Jimmy Herman.
 

Funeral services will be 1:00  P. M.  Thursday, March
29, 2007 at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian
with Pastor Tom Hawkins officiating.  Burial will
follow in Lenawee Hills Memorial Park, Adrian.
Visitation will be 2 - 4 and 6 - 8 P. M. Wednesday,
March 28, 2007 at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home,
Adrian.  Condolences to the family may be made at www.pursefuneralhome.com.
 

Arthur VanNieuwenhze

Dateline: Palmyra, MI

PALMYRA — Arthur VanNieuwenhze, 92, passed away April 4, 2007, at his home of 60 years in Palmyra, surrounded by his loving family. He was born Sept. 9, 1914, at home on a farm in Riga. At age 4, the family moved to a farm in Palmyra with a mile riverfront, where he learned to fish and hunt. He kept a love of fishing and camping throughout his life. He served 4 1/2 years in the Armed Services and was a veteran of WWII. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, the former Ethel Brownell of Blissfield, who he married in Angola, Ind., in 1946. Together they raised three children, son, Jack of Raisin Center Township, and daughters, Barbara McCarty and Patricia Madincea, who all survive. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two brothers, George of Palmyra and Camiel of Adrian; and three sisters, Clara Schwab of Adrian, Mary Houttekier of Blissfield and Mildred of Adrian. He was preceded in death by his parents, Achiel and Alice (VanDahl), immigrants of Belgium; a brother, Henry of Palmyra; and sister, Bertha Ehinger of Holland. In compliance with his wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no memorial services. Arrangements by J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh

 

 

DATELINE: TECUMSEH, MI

Kiyoko Freshcorn, age 77, of Tecumseh, died April 5,
2007
at home surrounded by her family. 

She was born November 21, 1929, in Beppu, Oita, Japan,
the daughter of Toyoson and Sujue Nakagawa.  On
October 19, 1951, she married Billy L. Freshcorn in
Fukuoka, Japan.  He survives. 

Kiyoko was educated in the fine arts of Japanese Tea
Ceremony, Flower Arranging, and Kimono making.  She
was a 4-H instructor for Holloway, Raisin Township. 
She was a member of Raisin Holloway Presbyterian
Church.

In addition to her husband, Billy, she is survived by
2 sons, Bob Freshcorn of Tecumseh, and
Jim (Minnie) Freshcorn of Ridgeway; one daughter,
Carol (Thomas) Foreman of Spring Valley, OH;
6 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren; a brother,
Toyoson Nakagawa; and 5 sisters.

She was preceded in death by a great granddaughter,
Faith Freshcorn.


Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m Saturday, April
7, 2007 at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh,
with Rev. Gregory Grover officiating.  Interment will
follow at Raisin Presbyterian Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. Friday at
J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh.

Condolences may be offered to the family at: www.pursefuneralhome.com
  

Shirley was born May 29, 1933 in West Branch, Michigan
 the daughter of George and Elizabeth (Kaiser) Guest.
She married Dennis Clark, Sr. and he preceded her in
death.    She was loved by everybody.

Shirley is survived by one son Joe (Phyllis) Guest;
five daughters Sharon Jones, Sharree (Obby) Maschino,
Gloria Barnett,  Robin Clark, and Sandy (Danny)
Gabriel;  grandchildren Michael, Michele, Tammy, Doug,
Monica, Sandy, Amanda, Kathy, Billy, Bobby, Michelle
(NaNa), John, Melissa, Larry, and Kassadee; several
great grandchildren; and two great great
grandchildren. 

Besides her husband Dennis, Shirley was preceded in
death by her parents; a son Dennis Clark, Jr. and a
grandson Eddie Clark.

Funeral services will be 1:00 P. M. Wednesday, April
11, 2007 at the
 J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian with family and
friends officiating.  Burial will follow in Lenawee
Hills Memorial Gardens, Tecumseh.  Visitation will be
2 -  8  P. M. Tuesday, April 10, 2007 at the J.
Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.  Condolences to
the family may be made at www.pursefuneralhome.com.

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Sorry to hear of Shirley`s passing.  God bless you all.
James and Ruth Hannah 2525 E. Valley Adrian,Mich 49221
 

Walter Dale Jett

DATELINE: BROOKLYN, MI

Walter Dale Jett, age 82 of Brooklyn passed away April 10, 2007.

Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Friday, April 13, 2007 at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh, MI, with Rev. Kelly Smith officiating.

Interment will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery, Napoleon, MI with military honors conducted by Wilbert Bartlett American Legion Post #315 of Brooklyn, MI. 

Carrol Dianne (Jurasek) Roe

Clinton, MI

Carrol D. Roe, age 62, of Clinton, died April 11, 2007.

Carrol was born February 2, 1945 in Clinton the
daughter of Martin and Frances (Tomecek) Jurasek.  On
April 11, 1964 she married Richard Roe in Clinton,  He
survives.  

Carrol loved country dancing and caring for her home
and yard.  She was an expert at crocheting.  Carrol
loved spending time with her children and
grandchildren. Besides her husband Richard, Carrol is
survived by three children Richard Roe, Jr. of Dayton,
Ohio, Marty Roe of Clinton and Debbie (Rod) Shepherd
of Swanton, Ohio; sisters Mildred (Harold) Brown of
Tipton, Donna (Frank) Sabo of Belleville, MI; one
brother Bobby (Jane) Jurasek of Tecumseh; and
grandchildren Colleen Roe, Christina Roe, Derek Roe,
Krista Shepherd, and Jake Shepherd.

Carrol  was preceded in death by her parents and a
brother Jerry Jurasek.  

Funeral services will be 1:00 P. M. Saturday, April 14, 2007 at the J. Gilbert Purse
Funeral Home, Adrian with the Rev. Richard Bruce officiating.  

Burial will follow at Lenawee Hills Memorial Park, Adrian. 

Visitation will be 2 - 8 P. M. Friday, April 13, 2007 at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral
Home, Adrian.  

Condolences to the family may be made at www.pursefuneralhome.com.

Messages of Sympathy

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I was shocked to read of Carrol's passing in the Clinton Local.  The 
last time I saw Carrol was at Jim Payton's funeral, we promised to get 
together, but we didn't, and how sorry I am for that. 
Please accept my heart felt condolences and know you are in my prayers.
Judi(Waltz)Crysler  jcrysler02@aol.com  517-592-3654

JOHN W. WILLIAMS

DATELINE:  Tecumseh, MI

John W. Williams, age 89, of Tecumseh, passed away April 11, 2007.
John was born December 25, 1917 in West Frankfort,
Illinois the son of Vernon and Anna (Sanders)
Williams.  On August 10, 1940 he married Clara
Skrudland in Chicago, Illinois.  She preceded him in
death on August 20, 1991. 

John and Clara moved toTecumseh in 1967.  For the last few years John was a
resident at the Grand Court Retirement Community in
Adrian.  After Clara's death, he attended the First
Baptist Church of Tecumseh and while living in Adrian
he attended services provided by the Faith Baptist Church.
 

John is survived by two sons John E. (Judith) Williams
of Illinois and Robert G. (Sharon) Williams of New
Jersey; one daughter Debra (Mark) Richter of Morrice,
Mi.; six grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Besides his wife Clara, he was preceded in death by
his parents and a brother.
 

Funeral services will be 10:30 A. M. Saturday, April 14, 2007 at the
 J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh with Envoy
Edward deBaptiste, Captain Gordon Knight and Pastor
Greg Burdine officiating. 

Burial will follow in Brookside Cemetery, Tecumseh.  

Visitation will be at10:00 A. M. until the time of service. 

Condolences to the family may be made at www.pursefuneralhome.com.

 

LORETTA L. GALOVICH

Tecumseh, MI

Loretta L. Galovich, age 71, of Tecumseh, passed away April 15, 2007.
 

Loretta was born November 21, 1935 in Detroit, the
daughter of Dragomir and Darinka (Adamov) Kimpan.  On
May 11, 1956 she married Krsto Galovich in Birmingham,
Mi.  He survives. 

Her joys in life were family,
friends, crafts. and most of all her Thursday card games.  

Besides her husband Krsto, Loretta is
survived by daughters Kalina (Greg) Binder of Monroe
and Brenda (Mike) Powelke; a son Mel (Ann) Galovich of
Dallas, GA; brother Melvin Kimpan of Detroit;
grandchildren Sarah and Nick Hartung, Lauren and
Jillian Powelke, Shaun McLemore, Alex Binder, and
Hannah Galovich; and her beloved poodle, Gidget. 
 

At Loretta's request, cremation has taken place with a
private family gathering.  A memorial service to honor
her life will take place at a later date.
 

Arrangements were entrusted to the J. Gilbert Purse
Funeral Home,Tecumseh.  Condolences to the family may
be made at www.pursefuneralhome.com.
 

Messages of Sympathy

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LARRY E. HILYARD

Adrian, MI

Larry E. Hilyard, age 66, pf Adrian, passed away April
16, 2007.  Larry was born October 23, 1940 in  Adrian
the son of  Earl and Mary (Henson) Hilyard. 

He is survived by his five children; Lori Hilyard, Sheldon
Hilyard, and Janette McCarty of Adrian, Terri Kelley
of Hudson,  and Sean Hilyard of Addison;  one brother,
Gary Hilyard  of Adrian; Twelve grandchildren; two
great grandchildren;  one niece and nephew. 

At his request, cremation has taken place.
 

Arrangements were entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. 

Condolences to the family may
be made at www.pursefuneralhome.com.
 

LORRAINE WENBERG
   
Adrian, MI
   
 Lorraine L. Wenberg, age 74, of Republic, formerly of
Adrian, died April 17, 2007, unexpectedy. 

She was born July 18, 1932, in Detroit, MI, the
daughter of Raymond and Josephine Arcon.
On September 3, 1954, she married James Wenberg.  He
preceded her in death on November 6, 1968.

Lorraine is survived by two daughters, Catherine
(James) Dulbs of Adrian, and Nancy (Bill Seppa)
Wenberg of Republic; a step-son, Ronald (Mary) Wenberg
of Wayne;  3 grandsons,  Jeff (Tonya) Dulbs,
Michael Dulbs, and Joseph (Brittney) Dulbs, all of
Adrian; great granddaughter, Julia Dulbs;
step-grandchildren, Keith Wenberg and Melissa
Williams; 7 step-great grandchildren, and her brother;
Donald (Rosemarie) Arcon of Washington state.

In addition to her husband James, she was preceded in
death by, grandson, Christopher James Wenberg;    
3 sisters, Florence O'Reilly, Marjorie Steele, and
Eleanor Arcon; 
and 2 brothers; Ronald and Raymond Arcon.

Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Friday, April
20, 2007 at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian
with Rev. Fr. Daniel Wheeler officiating.  Interment
will follow at Parkview Memorial Cemetery, Livonia.

Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Thursday at J.
Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.

Condolences may be offered at: www.pursefuneralhome.com
 

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Messages of Sympathy

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Bill and Nancy we send our syphanty and sorrow over your loss.                                                     Ted and Barbara Shepeard  Shepeardi@aol.com

  

Richard R. Ratliff

DATELINE: TECUMSEH

Richard R. Ratliff, age 85, of Tecumseh, died April 19, 2007.

He was born March 6, 1922, in Pikeville, KY, the son
of Thomas Jefferson and Haley (Canterbury) Ratliff.

On June 29, 1940 he married Bonnie M. Stratton.  She
preceded him in death on June 18, 1988.

Richard was a member of Tecumseh Masonic Lodge F&AM
#69 and Moslem Temple, Detroit.  Richard retired from
Tecumseh Products Company in 1984 after 32 years of
service.

He enjoyed golf, baseball, and reading Western novels.

Richard is survived by his daughter, Sheila Elliott of
Tecumseh, grandson, Richard W. Elliott of Tecumseh;
brother Lee Ratliff of Southgate; and sister, Irma of
Kentucky.

In addition to his wife Bonnie, he was preceded in
death by, son-in-law, Richard M. Elliott; a sister,
Ruth; and two brother, Thomas Jefferson, Jr., and
Hiram.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Monday, April
23, 2007, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh, with Pastor
Isabel Lopez officiating.  Interment will follow at
Brookside Cemetery with military honors performed by
Tecumseh American Legion Post #34 and Tecumseh VFW Post #4187.

Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. on Saturday; from 2-4
& 6-8 p.m. on Sunday, and one hour prior to services
on Monday at  J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh.

Condolences may be offered to the family at:
www.pursefuneralhome.com


 

Michael   J.  Renkiewicz 

Tecumseh, MI

Michael J. Renkiewicz, age 74, of Tecumseh, passed
away April 29, 2007 at home.  Michael was born
September 14, 1932 in Detroit, Michigan the son of
Edward and Sophia (Piekarski) Renkiewicz.  

Mike was a lifelong farmer in the Saline and the Tecumseh area.
One of his loves aside from farming was his enjoyment
of Polka music and dancing.  He was a member of St.
Dominic's Catholic Church, Clinton. 

Mike is survived by his children; Teresa (Paul) Cherry of Gaylord,  MI,
Joe (Kimberly) Renkiewicz of Taylor,  MI, Ben
Renkiewicz of Highland, TX. Rita (Jack) Kiser of Lake
City, MI, Sandra (Dan) Niznak of Dewitt, MI, Larry
(Diane) Renkiewicz of New Boston,  MI, Judy (Steve)
Niznak of Ashley, MI and Marilyn Jenkins of Whitmore
Lake, MI; siblings Edward Renkiewicz, Jr., Richard
Renkiewicz,  Rudy Renkiewicz,  Virginia (Ed) Gambrell,
Bernie (Terry) McNeely, Patricia Renkiewicz, Mary
(Les) Dieffenback,Raymond (Pat) Renkiewicz and
Doloresa Renkiewicz; and loving grandpa of 22 and
great grandpa of 13. 

He was preceded in death by his
former wife and mother of his children, Ruth R.
(Kujawa) Renkiewicz;  his parents; and  his siblings
Elizabeth Renkiewicz  and Eugene Renkiewicz.
 

A celebration of Mike's life will be 11:00 A. M.
Thursday, May 3, 2007 at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church
in Tecumseh with the Rev. Fr. Daniel Wheeler
officiating.  Visitation will be 5 - 8 P. M.Wednesday,
May 2, 2007 at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in
Tecumseh and one hour prior to the service on
Thursday.  A rosary will be offered at 7:30 P. M.
Wednesday at the church. 

According to Mike's wishes
cremation will take place with burial of cremains at
Old St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery in Ann Arbor at a
later date.  Memorial contributions may be made to the
American Cancer Society or St. Elizabeth Catholic
Church. 

Arrangements were entrusted to the J. Gilbert
Purse Funeral Home in Tecumseh. 

Condolences to the
family may be made at www.pursefuneralhome.com
  

DATELINE: Clinton, MI

Henry David Gordon, Sr., age 84, of Clinton, passed away peacefully at home.

Lewis I. Gilbert

 

DATELINE:  Britton, MI

Lewis Gilbert, age 68, of Britton, passed away May 5, 2007.
 

Lewis was born  October 7, 1938,  in  Saline Twp ,
the son of Claude and Gertrude (Goodin) Gilbert.    On
July 21, 1962 he married Geraldine Bolster in Ida.
She preceded him in death on September 8, 1997.
Lewis was a veteran of the United States Marines and
an active member of the Britton American Legion Post
#155  where he was a past Commander.  He was also a
member of the 40 & 8.  His loves in life were farming,
gardening, winemaking, and spending time with family
and friends.
 

Lewis  is survived by three children, Steve Gilbert of
Ann Arbor, MI, Kris Gilbert of Britton and Kathy
(Richard) Devereux of Ann Arbor,  one brother Kenny
Gilbert of Rosebush, MI; two sisters Beth Sally of
Saline and Claudia (Scott Houlihan) Gilbert of
Kalkaska; and many nieces and nephews.  Besides his
wife Geraldine,  he was preceded in death by a brother
Earl and his parents.
 

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P. M. Tuesday.
May 8, 2007 the  J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh, with the Rev.
Richard Bruce officiating.  Burial will follow in
Ridgeway Cemetery with military honors conducted by
the Britton American Legion Post #155 . 

Visitationwill be from  6 - 8 P. M.  Sunday, May 6, 2007 and 2-4  and 6 - 8 P. M. Monday, May 7, 2007  at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. 

  

JERRY M. PALMER, Sr.

DATELINE: Adrian, MI

Jerry M. Palmer, Sr., age 57, of Adrian, passed away
May 4, 2007 at his home.  

Jerry was born March 24,1950 in Tupelo, MS the son of Dennis and Helen
(Johnson) Palmer.  

He was a veteran of the United
States Army serving in the Field Artillery Unit. 
Jerry worked at the American Chain and Cable in Adrian
for 23 years.  

He owned the Hill Tavern for several
years and was currently employed by the General Motors
Corporation.  He enjoyed going North to hunt and fish,
riding motorcycles, and Michigan football.  His
greatest joy in life was spending time with his
children and grandchildren.  

Jerry is survived by  his children Jerry Jr. of Adrian, Nicole of Adrian, James
(Nicole) of Jackson, and Justin of Adrian; his mother
Helen of Tecumseh; brothers and sister Audry (John)
Ruhl of Somerset Center, Terry (Betty) of Adrian,
Larry of Tecumseh, and Dwain (Chris) of Tecumseh;
grandchildren Jesyka, Shelbie, Stephanie, Jakob,
Saviathon, Sabastian, Isabella, and Raean; and
numerous nieces and nephews.  

He was preceded in death by his father Dennis (Golden)
Palmer on June 29, 1986.

Funeral services will be 1:00 P. M. Thursday, May 10,
2007 at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian with
Pastor Mario Sanchez officiating.  

Burial will follow in Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens, Tecumseh with
Military Honors conducted by the Adrian VFW Post 1584 Annis Fint.   

Visitation will be 2 - 4 and 6 - 8
Wednesday,May 9, 2007  and one hour prior to the service on
Thursday at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home. Adrian.
 

Condolences to the family may be made at www.pursefuneralhome.com.

Besides his parents, Levi  is survived by three
brothers Lucas, Logan, and Layden all at home; his
maternal grandparents Dennis and Carol Randolph of
Adrian; his paternal grandparents John and Donna
Jungling of Ann Arbor; and numerous, aunts, uncles,
and cousins.
 

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather
Anthony Joseph Williams. Funeral services will be 1:00 P. M. Wednesday, May 9,
2007 at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian with the Rev.
Lloyd Jewett officiating.  Burial will follow in Oakwood  Cemetery. 

Visitation will be 5 - 7 P. M. Tuesday, May 8, 2007 and one hour prior to
the service on Wednesday at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. 

Condolences to the family may be made at www.pursefuneralhome.com
  

Nick Dell-Badia

Dateline: Clinton

Nick Della-Badia, age 93, of Clinton, died May 8, 2007 at home.

Burial has taken place at St. John Cemetery, Ypsilanti, MI.