Name: Martin F. Knost
Age: 88
Hometown: Port Austin
Funeral Date: March 29, 2024
Date of Birth: March 29, 1935
Date of Passing: March 17, 2024
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
A memorial luncheon will be from 11:00am to 2:00pm Friday, March 29th, Marty’s 89th Birthday, at the Franklin Inn in Bad Axe. Champagne Funeral Chapel is handling the arrangements. Interment will be in Cross Lutheran Cemetery in Pigeon.
Marty is survived by children Christine (Terry) Braun of Port Austin and Kenneth (Sharon) Knost of Brighton; grandchildren Joshua, Jessica, Jennifer Knost and Rebecca, Bradley and Jaclyn Braun; sister MaryAnn (Robert) Gray of Illinois; brother-in-law Henry (Donna) Kreller of Port Austin; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Beverly, sister Midge Scully, and brother George.
Martin F. Knost, 88, of Port Austin, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2024 at home under hospice care. Marty was born March 29, 1935 in Detroit to the late Felix M. And Mary Ann (O’Neil) Knost. Marty served in the US Army from 1955 to 1958 in France. When he returned home he received a degree in accounting and worked for the US Government as a Corporate IRS Accountant in Detroit. He retired at the age of 55 and moved from Warren to Port Austin where he built a home. Marty was known as a great fisherman, fishing mostly for perch and golfing with his friends. He also enjoyed playing cards and spending time with his family, six grandchildren and many friends.
Name: R Jerry White
Age: 87
Hometown: Elkton
Funeral Date: March 20, 2024
Date of Birth: February 13, 1937
Date of Passing: March 17, 2024
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
A funeral mass for R. Jerry White will be 11:00am Wednesday, March 20th at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bad Axe, Michigan with Father TJ Flemming officiating. Burial will be at Maple Grove Cemetery in Osseo, Michigan. Visitation will be from 3:00pm to 7:00pm on Tuesday, March 19th at Champagne Funeral Chapel in Pigeon. Memorial donations of books may be made in Jerry’s name to Pigeon District Library. Condolences to the family may be offered at www.ChampagneFuneralChapel.com.
Jerry was preceded in death by his sons Devon and Marc White. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Jayne, daughter Sara Jayne White, grandchildren Madison and Aidan White and their mother Tonya, brother- and sister-in-law Larry and Colleen Krohn, nephew Charles Krohn and his wife Bronwyn and their children Maya and Mason, niece Jennifer Lang (Krohn) and her husband Dylan, and “granddog” Frannie.
R. Jerry White, 87, of Elkton, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2024 at home under hospice care. Jerry was an only child, born to Ralph and Marie White on February 13, 1937 in Hillsdale, Michigan. He was named after his father but was called by his middle name. Graduating at age 17, he entered the US Navy and was a radio operator in the post-Korean War era. Jerry loved being at sea and was forever proud of his time in the military. After the Navy, Jerry attended Central Michigan University and received a Master’s degree in European History, Humanities and World Religions. He taught for many years at Montcalm Community College and later became Dean of Jordan College in Cass City, Michigan. Following his retirement, he enjoyed selling real estate alongside Jayne, spending winters in Florida and Arizona and summers in the Thumb of Michigan. Jerry’s two favorite seasons overlapped: Christmas and Fantasy Football. He loved to sit in front of the lit tree at night, looking at the ornaments he and Jayne collected. By day, he could be found in his office, reviewing football stats and competing in several leagues. In his last year, he was beaten by his grandson–a loss that both stung and made him proud. Jerry excelled in relishing the small pleasures in life. He loved weak coffee, poached eggs, Cadillacs, “shoot ‘em up” movies, the Detroit Lions, apocalyptic novels, playing cards, and sitting on the front porch watching the world go by. Jerry was inspired by the teachings of Mother Theresa, his college professor Dr. Oppenheimer, and author of “Man’s Search for Meaning”, Viktor Frankl. He embraced Frankl’s philosophy to “find purpose by taking responsibility for ourselves and other human beings,” and reflected those values in many conversations with his children over the years. A hopeless romantic, Jerry penned love letters to Jayne every anniversary and throughout the year. He was a tender-hearted soul, and he cared deeply for the people in his community, including his friends at T.O.P.S., fellow snowbirds in Fountain Hills, Arizona, and his card buddies in Elkton and at the Huron County Senior Center. He was especially grateful for the care he received from the team at Compassus Hospice in the final months of his life. Jerry was loved by many as a friend, colleague, and father figure. But most of all, he was a loving husband and father who will live on through his family. Inscribed on Jerry and Jayne’s headstone is the essence of the life they created with one another, “Together Forever Unto Eternity.”
Name: Teresa Lyn Rockefeller
Age: 55
Hometown: Ubly
Funeral Date: March 22, 2024
Date of Birth: September 13, 1968
Date of Passing: March 17, 2024
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Funeral services will be at 11:00am Friday, March 22nd at the FaithWay Church with Rev. Jamey Parker officiating. Visitation will be 2-8 Thursday at the Champagne Funeral Chapel. Memorials may be made to the family.
Terri is survived by her husband Brian; children Thomas Brown, Robert Brown, Alex Rockefeller, and Christopher Rockefeller; parents Thomas Sr. and Sylvia Brown; siblings Thomas Jr. (Shantell) and Shanna (Chad) Lathwell; father-in-law Lawrence Rockefeller; sister-in-law Dawn Rockefeller; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brother-in-law Daniel Rockefeller and mother-in-law Josephine Rockefeller.
Teresa Lyn Rockefeller, 55, of Ubly, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2024 at home. Terri was born September 13, 1968 in Decatur, Georgia. She grew up in Orlando, Florida, moving to Bad Axe when she was in the fifth grade. She graduated from Bad Axe High School. She enjoyed reading, spending time with her family, family vacations, and car rides along the lakeshore. Her life revolved around her kids.
Name: Larry Morden Gilbert
Age: 82
Hometown: Port Austin
Funeral Date: March 19, 2024
Date of Birth: February 03, 1942
Date of Passing: March 14, 2024
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you act kindly towards each other. The family wishes to thank the multitude of caregivers who assisted him in the later years of his life, and also Residential Hospice for their care. Visitation will be held on Monday, March 18, 2024 from 2:00-6:00 PM at the MacAlpine Mac Chapel in Bad Axe, and also on Tuesday, March 19th from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM at the Mac Chapel. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM with Pastor Tim Callow officiating. Burial will follow at Colfax Township cemetery in Bad Axe. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
His was preceded in death by both parents, Ernie and Violet Gilbert, his brother Donald, and sister Marlene DeLuca, and niece Amy DeLuca. He is survived by his nieces and nephew Jolene, Diane and John (Karen) DeLuca and great nephew Ian DeLuca and many cousins. He was loving child, and grew to be a kind observant loving man.
Larry Morden Gilbert 82 years old, died peacefully in his sleep on March 14, 2024, in the home he so proudly called his own. He was born physically challenged on February 3, 1942 to Ernst (Ernie) and Violet (Eddy) Gilbert in the old Hubbard Hospital in Bad Axe. He spent the first few years of his life unable to walk, and mastered the art of ‘scooting around’ on his bottom. After multiple operations and his mother’s devoted love, care and therapy, he learned to walk. Larry spent his early childhood in Pinnebog, and moved to Detroit with his family when he was five. He was bullied by boys who did not know or understand him, and subsequently left the public school system after the 6th grade. He continued learning on his own. His mother taught him to be as self-sufficient as he could be. He was responsible for the laundry and ironing while both parents worked, and mowed the lawn and cleaned up the kitchen after meals. He loved music, and learned to play the trumpet in the ‘big band’ style of Guy Lombardo and Lawrence Welk. He read the newspaper every morning, and swam a half mile every evening to his mother’s mile. No small feat for a one warmed bandit. He enjoyed the freedom of traveling by the city busses, and used them as a young adult to travel to and from his job at Kresge’s in downtown Detroit. He traveled with his parents to Florida in the winter. After his mother retired they spent the winter in Hollywood Beach, Florida. He spent time with his father surf fishing, and was active in the church with his mother. She sang in the choir, while he proudly and purposefully served as an usher, assisting people up and down the aisle.
Name: Brian Timothy Greene
Age: 56
Hometown: Hudsonville
Funeral Date: March 16, 2024
Service will be held on Saturday, March 16, 2024 at 1:00 pm at Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe. Burial will be at Valley Cemetery in Ubly. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 11:00 am until service time at 1:00 pm at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Sleeper Public Library in Ubly. If you wish to offer condolences to Brian’s family, please go to www.kaufmanfuneralhome.com
Brian is survived by his wife of 24 years, Lana Greene; Father, Roger Greene; Uncle, Dan Ross; Cousins, Rachelle Neddo and husband Tom, and their two sons Zachary and Trenton Ross, cousin Renee Ross: Brother in laws Sam (Mary) Krohn and Pat Krohn; Sister in laws Debra (Mark) Smith and Karen(Gary) Etzler. He was preceded in death by his beloved mother Sandra “Sandy” Greene; Grandparents, John “Jack” and Ethel Ross; Father and mother in law Donald and Addie “Mae” Krohn.
Brian Timothy Greene, age 56, of Hudsonville, MI passed away on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at his home with his wife by his side. He was born on April 6th, 1967 in Dearborn, MI. He married Lana Krohn on June 19th, 1999 at the First Presbyterian church in Bad Axe. Brian was a graduate of Ferris State University, and a proud brother of the Phi Kappa Theta fraternity. He worked in outside sales for the majority of his life. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, however following sports was his passion. His favorite college football team was the University of Michigan Wolverines, which he proudly called “America’s Team”. “Hail” to Mr. Greene.
Name: Judith Lackowski
Age: 71
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: Not Available
In keeping with her wishes, cremation has taken place. Interment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery in Rapson. If you wish to offer your condolences to the Lackowski family, please go to www.kaufmanfuneralhome.com
Judith is survived by two sisters, Barbara Lackowski of Bad Axe and Cindy Miller and her fiancé Tom Shedd of Bad Axe, two brothers, Jerry (Debra) Lackowski of Port Hope and Steven (Denise) Lackowski of Ruth and one sister-in-law Susan Lackowski of Harbor Beach. Several nieces and nephews, including Troy Lackowski, Ryan (Jennifer) Lackowski, Chad (Sarah) Lackowski, Scott (Heather) Miller, Alex Lackowski (Janelle Schmidt), Steve Lackowski Jr., Michelle Lackowski (Aaron King), Michael (Lauren) Lackowski, Stephanie Lackowski (Alex Schornack) and McKenzie (Trent) Poupor. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Edwina Lackowski and brother Dennis.
Judith Lackowski, age 71 of Bad Axe, passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2024 at Huron County Medical Care Facility in Bad Axe. She was born on December 3, 1952 in Bad Axe, daughter of the late Edward and Edwina (Smaglinski) Lackowski. She worked most of her life in the manufacturing business. She enjoyed watching the Detroit Tigers and Lions and loved scratching her lottery tickets.
Name: Emory Rumble
Age: 85
Hometown: Ubly, MI
Funeral Date: Not Available
In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. If you wish to offer your condolences to Emory’s family, please go to: www.kaufmanfuneralhome.com
Emory is survived by his wife of 63 years Patricia Rumble of Ubly. Two daughters, Helene (Doug) Lockhart of Ubly and Angela (Scott) Fraley of Sandusky. Three grandchildren~Jess, Emory and Carlton Durbin and five great-grandchildren. Bobby, Alex, Christopher, Emilia and Addyson Durbin He was preceded in death by 8 brothers and one sister.
Emory Rumble, age 85 of Ubly, passed away on Monday, March 11, 2024 at his home surrounded by family. He was born on August 26, 1938 in Eastern MI, son of the late Roy and Rosa (Watson) Rumble. He married Patricia Trisch on August 27, 1960 in Rochester, MI. Emory spent most of his childhood years helping his father growing and selling watermelons. At 18 years old Emory secured a production job at General Motors working his way through the ranks until becoming a shift Supervisor until he retired in 1983. His foremost priority in all his years was providing for his family. He loved hunting, fishing, old cars, Country music and camping with his family.
Name: Dale E. Gornowicz
Age: 80
Hometown: Ubly
Funeral Date: March 16, 2024
Funeral Mass held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 16, 2024 in St. Ignatius Church, Ubly with Fr. Nate Harburg officiating. Interment in Freiburg Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Good Shepherd Parish. Visitation: 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 15, 2024 in Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, March 16, 2024 in St. Ignatius Church, Ubly Arrangements by Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City
Dale is survived by his brother, Rod Gornowicz; nephews and nieces: Ray (Ruth) Gornowicz, Charles Gornowicz, Paul Gornowicz, Kathy (Gary) Rumptz, Sheryl (Todd) Gornowicz-Kramis, Randy (Cathy) Gornowicz; several nieces and nephews; special cousin, Larry Gornowicz; brothers-in-law: Raymond (Darlene) Rothe, Richard (Sharon) Rothe. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Ruth Ann; brother, Gerald Gornowicz.
Dale E. Gornowicz, 80, of Ubly died Sunday, March 10, 2024 in Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit. He was born April 19, 1943 in Tyre to Vincent and Sophie (Wrubel) Gornowicz. He married Ruth Ann Mildred Rothe on March 12, 1966 in St. Ignatius Church, Ubly. She died October 12, 2022. Dale was a lifelong farmer. He loved the land and its natural beauty. His world was the farm, and his home was on a tractor. Dale was one of the first organic farmers in the area. He delighted in feeding the birds and he would talk about a special tree on a particular area of his property. His door was always open to friends and neighbors. A welcome smile would greet unexpected visitors and Dale and Ruth Ann both loved to “shoot the breeze” with whomever appeared on their doorstep. If the visitors played cards, all the better. Dale was an avid deer hunter and enjoyed fishing. He was a member of St. Ignatius Church.
Name: Kurt Raymond Pankau
Age: 58
Hometown: Filion
Funeral Date: March 14, 2024
Funeral service for Kurt will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, March 14, 2024 at Faithway Chuch, 3108 Rescue Rd, Bad Axe with Pastor Mike Beeler officiating. Visitation will be on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at MacAlpine Funeral Home in Bad Axe from 2 pm–7 pm and also on Thursday at the church from 10:00 am until the time of service. Kurt’s family would like to extend our heartfelt thank you to all of Kurt’s nurses and caregivers at McLaren Thumb Region. The kindness and compassionate care they provided to Kurt in his final days is unsurpassed. Memorials may be offered to the family discretionary fund.
Kurt is survived by his wife Karen; his loving son, Kenneth (Hannah McGahey) Pankau; mother in-law Doris Holz; brothers and sisters: Sharon (James) Lautenbach, Diane (James) Elmore, Hans (Linda) Pankau, Robert (Jackie) Collier, Yvette (Robert) Morris; in-laws: Lora Collier, Debora (Douglas) Messing, Paul (Alexandra) Holz, and many nieces and nephews. Kurt was preceded by his parents Raymond and Jackie, brother Michael Collier and father-in law Kenneth Holz.
Kurt Raymond Pankau, 58 years old of Filion, was called to his eternal home in heaven on March 9, 2024, with his best friend and loving wife, Karen, by his side. Kurt was born on August 18, 1965 in Madison Heights to the late Raymond and Jacqueline (Smith) Pankau. On August 30, 1991, Kurt eloped with his soul mate, Karen Renee’ Holz to Alpena, Mi to be married by his childhood pastor, Rev. Mario Cuppetelli. Kurt loved to read God’s word and share His good news with everyone that he met. Kurt didn’t question his cancer diagnosis; he trusted in and accepted whatever God’s plan was, knowing that God would be by his side throughout. Kurt’s greatest joy was being with his son Ken and sharing with him everything he had learned throughout his life; whether it be hunting and fishing, building or repairing, vehicle maintenance, or teaching him how to treat others with respect and to walk in God’s light. Kurt was extremely proud of his son and took great joy in spending time with his family. Kurt was a licensed residential builder. He owned Central Builders and also worked for several local contractors. Most recently, Kurt worked for Agri-Valley Communications, Inc. as team lead of Maintenance OPS. Kurt was an accomplished guitarist and played throughout Michigan and Ohio in several rock bands, most notably Legacy and Alibi. In recent years, Kurt used his musical talents writing songs of praise and rejoice to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Name: Betty L House
Age: 81
Hometown: Sebewaing
Funeral Date: Not Available
Date of Birth: April 12, 1942
Date of Passing: March 10, 2024
Funeral Home: Juengel Mellendorf Funeral Home
In honor of Betty’s wishes, a celebration of life will be held this summer at her home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to the Michigan Humane Society. Arrangements handled by Juengel-Mellendorf Funeral Home, Sebewaing.
Betty is survived by the following: her husband of 64 years, Gerald J. House, daughter Amy Krug, son-in-law Jeffery Krug, son Gerald R. House, grandchildren Chad House, Chelius Krug, Stanley Krug, Gerald E. House, sister Janet Johnstin, brothers William and Richard Deming.Betty was preceded in death by her father, Raymond Deming, mother Dorthy Deming, and brother Robert Deming.
Betty L. House of Sebewaing, age 81, died on Sunday, March 10, 2004, at home surrounded by loved ones. Betty was born on April 12, 1942 in Bay Port, Michigan, to parents Raymond and Dorthy Deming. She was a loving wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Above all, she was kind and compassionate and loved to take care of those in need. She enjoyed painting and sewing. She especially took joy in coloring and playing outside with her great grandchildren.
Name: Edward P. "Squeak" Wiederhold
Age: 79
Hometown: Elkton
Funeral Date: March 14, 2024
Date of Birth: November 04, 1944
Date of Passing: March 09, 2024
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Funeral services will be at 11:00am Thursday, March 14th at the Community Wesleyan Church in Elkton with Rev. Ean Green officiating. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-7 Wednesday at the Champagne Funeral Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Community Wesleyan Church or Compassus Hospice. www.ChampagneFuneralChapel.com
Ed is survived by his loving wife Mary June; children Mike (Julie), George (Alicia), Janelle (Dan), Jeffrey (Malia) and Justin; grandchildren Michael, Shawn, Gregory, Jessica, Edward, Sydney, Shiloh, Shelby, Samuel, Sadie, Savannah, Sage, Aja, Jeremiah, Abram, Ian, Ethan, Kash, and Kobe; 6 great-grandchildren; and sisters Alice (Chester) Birchfield, Donna Sherwood, Laura Prill, Connie Wiederhold, and Rose Krastes; many nieces, nephews and in-laws. He was preceded in death by his son James, sister Lilly Jackson, and 3 brothers Gordon, John and Doug.
Edward P. “Squeak” Wiederhold, 79, of Elkton, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2024 at his home under hospice care. Ed was born November 4, 1944 at home in Oliver Twp to the late Philip and Annabelle (Grigg) Wiederhold. He married Mary June Wolschleger on August 1, 1975 in Bad Axe. Ed was a jack of all trades and could fix anything. He owned Wiederhold Repair Service with his brother Doug doing diesel repair, engine and body work. For many years he bought and drove buses to transport children and adults to church on Sunday mornings. He enjoyed playing guitar in a worship band, driving his Harley-Davidson, fishing, going to garage sales with his best friend Randy, collecting antique clocks, racing cars, and spoiling his grandchildren.
Name: Suzanne M Krohn
Age: 44
Hometown: Pigeon
Funeral Date: March 12, 2024
Date of Birth: December 20, 1979
Date of Passing: March 06, 2024
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Funeral services will be at 11:00am Tuesday, March 12th at the Champagne Funeral Chapel with Rev. Karen Bouverette officiating. Burial will be Grand Lawn Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-8 Sunday and 2-8 Monday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to her son Isaac.
Suzie is survived by her son Isaac; mother Barb Krohn; sister Janelle (Rahila) Krohn; the father of her son Mark (Mary) Brown; aunts and uncles James Brunni, Bill (Son Mi) Brunni, Mary (Jim) Granelli, Betty Brunni, Dennis (Jean) Fritz, Randy (Ev) Fritz, Denise Fritz, Connie (Terry) Damm, Sherri (Dave) Kraft, Brenda (Jack) Gleason, and Becky (Eric) Wachowicz; many cousins and wonderful friends. She was preceded in death by her father David, step father Mark Kellermann, aunt Carrie Brunni, and uncle Randy Krohn.
Suzanne M. Krohn, 44, of Pigeon, passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at home surrounded by her family. Suzie was born December 20, 1979 in Pigeon. She grew up in Elkton and graduated in 1998 from Laker High School. She received her Bachelor’s Degree from Michigan State University in 2002 and law degree from Thomas Cooley Law School in 2006. She was Huron County Assistant Prosecutor from 2008-2021 and then the Tuscola County Domestic Relations Referee since 2021. She was the former President of the Huron County Bar Association. She enjoyed tubing, competing in Muddy Princess USA, personal fitness, and most of all being a mother.
Name: Gerald L. Heilig
Age: 93
Hometown: Elkton
Funeral Date: Not Available
Date of Birth: December 08, 1930
Date of Passing: March 06, 2024
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Private funeral services will be at the Champagne Funeral Chapel with Rev. Karen Bouverette. Interment will be in New River Cemetery.
He is survived by his three sons Randy (Susan) of Pigeon, Steven of Pigeon and Anthony (Deborah) of Commerce Twp; grandchildren Josh, Kim (Ryan), Chris (Cassie), Shawn (Ericca), Erin (Patrick) and Tim (Alyssa); great-grandchildren Hollie, Dallas, Reese, Reid, Kensington, Leighton and Madelyn; sister Lucy and brother Wolford. He was preceded in death by 18 brothers and sisters.
Gerald L. Heilig, 93, of Elkton, passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at Huron County Medical Care Facility in Bad Axe. Gerald was born December 8, 1930 in Minden City to the late William and Margaret (Oswald) Heilig. He served in the US Army from January 1952 to December 1953. He married Frances Kesterke on August 10, 1957; she preceded him in death March 30, 2016. He enjoyed farming, dancing and was a Detroit Tigers Baseball fan.
Name: Nancy Ann Kraft
Age: 92
Hometown: Pigeon
Funeral Date: August 03, 2024
Date of Birth: June 12, 1931
Date of Passing: January 20, 2024
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
A memorial service will be at 11:00am Saturday, August 3rd at St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church-Berne with visitation one hour prior to the service. Memorials may be made to St. John’s Ev. Lutheran School, 7369 Berne Road, Pigeon, MI 48755 or the Michigan Lutheran Seminary Foundation. www.ChampagneFuneralChapel.com
Nancy is survived by her three children, nine grandchildren, and fourteen great-grandchildren; her son David (Sherri) of Pigeon, daughter Carol (Joel) Nelson of Muskego, Wisconsin and son Daniel (Elizabeth) of Williamston, Michigan; grandchildren Alyssa Kraft (Dan) of Austin, Texas, Stephanie (Allan) McLean of Shelby Township, Michigan, Matthew (Steph) Kraft of Western Springs, Illinois, Natalie (Micah) Walz of New Berlin, Wisconsin, Eric (Aly) Nelson, of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Lindsay (Jamie) Langan of Mount Prospect, Illinois, Stuart (Amber) Neils of Petoskey, Michigan, Ella (Josh) Vaillancourt of Holt, Michigan and Grace Kraft of Grand Rapids, Michigan; great-grandchildren Shawn, Ethan, Brody, Cooper, Anna, Caroline, Layla, Mason, Zoey, Sadie, Jack, Lily, Theo and Sutton; Nancy is also survived by her brother, Robert Carpenter of Grand Rapids, sister-in-law Naomi (Gilbert) Wichert and many nieces and nephews.
Nancy Ann Kraft, 92, of Pigeon, was called home peacefully on Saturday, January 20, 2024 at home. Nancy was born June 12, 1931 in Grayling to the late George and Marian (Breinager) Carpenter. She was made a child of God through Holy Baptism on April 21, 1935. Nancy married Lowell E. Kraft on May 3, 1952 in Bronson, Michigan. They celebrated 70 years of marriage shortly before Lowell’s passing in 2022. Nancy’s sister, Mary Kay Prudden passed away in 2023. Nancy graduated from Pigeon High School in 1949. She attended Michigan State University and later Central Michigan University finishing the last two years of her teaching degree while her children were young. She taught second and third grades at the Pigeon Elementary School in the 1960’s. Nancy always enjoyed her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She taught them kindness, compassion, and love. Nancy was a gifted homemaker and enjoyed entertaining family and friends. Always an optimist, she was a talented seamstress with a fun sense of humor who enjoyed the outdoors, gardening and playing Bridge. She enjoyed traveling with Lowell and spending winters at their home in Boynton Beach, Florida. While in Florida they attended Divine Savior Lutheran Church in West Palm Beach. She has been a member of St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church-Berne since 1952.
Name: Mary Ann Greyerbiehl
Age: 83
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI
Funeral Date: June 01, 2024
Services for Mary Ann Greyerbiehl will be held June 1st, 2024 at Colfax Cemetery. Our angel Mary Ann, we will miss you, never forget you, and always feel honored to be your family. If you wish to offer your condolences to Mary Ann’s family, please go to www.kaufmanfuneralhome.
Mary Ann is survived by two brothers, Edward Greyerbiehl of Columbiaville, William Greyerbiehl and special friend Marie Heleski of Bad Axe, four sisters, Diane Fields of Turner, Mi, Beth Laycock of Paris, TN, Barbara (Paul) Armstrong of Chatham, Va, and Patricia McCoy of Bad Axe, as well as several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her step father, William R. Boss, brother-in-laws Dennis Laycock, Richard McCoy, and Larry Fields and her special kitty Picky.
Mary Ann Greyerbiehl, age 83 of Bad Axe, passed away on Sunday, January 7, 2024 after a short illness. She was born on June 1, 1940 in Bad Axe, daughter of the late Jacob Henry Greyerbiehl and Stella (Dzukola) Boss. Mary Ann was a long time attendee of the Bad Axe Church of the Nazarene and their weekly Bible Study. Her faith was shown through her actions and attitude toward life. Mary Ann loved life and always stayed positive and cheerful even when life gave her immense challenges. At a very young age, she survived an accident that disabled her for the rest of her life, which she endured with grace and dignity. A beautiful smile was an ever presence on her face. For many years, Mary Ann enjoyed working at Thumb Industries Thrift Store up until age 80. Her deeply loved interests were her family, dolls, purses, music records, puzzles, yarn, coloring books with crayons, French fries and potato chips.
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