Name: Rosemary Grace (Donenoe) Armstead
Age: 88
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI.
Funeral Date: November 23, 2021
Date of Birth: June 12, 1933
Date of Passing: November 19, 2921
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
A prayer service will be at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at the MacAlpine Funeral Home in Bad Axe. Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m. Rosemary will be laid to rest next to her husband Raymond at Colfax Township Cemetery (598 N. Barrie Rd, Bad Axe, MI 48413). In lieu of flowers donations can be made out to the Thumb Animal Shelter (2260 S. Elkton Rd, Elkton, MI 48731/ http://thumbanimalshelter.homestead.com). Memories and condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
She was preceded in death by her parents, Burt and Mary Domenoe, brothers, Anthony Domenoe, and Louis (Betty) Domenoe, and sister Nellie (Lester) Drum and her loving husband, Raymond Armstead.
Rosemary Grace Armstead (Domenoe) passed away on November 19, 2021 at the age of 88. Rosemary was born on June 12, 1933 in Detroit, Michigan to Mary and Burt Domenoe. Rosemary married Raymond Armstead Jr. on February 19, 1977. She was a member of the Elkton Missionary Church. Rosemary lived and worked in Bad Axe, Michigan. She worked at MacDonald’s Food Center for many years and received numerous awards during her tenure. In 1992, Rosemary received the Thumb Industries, INC, Employee of the Year Award. In 2003, she received the Good Citizen Award from Huron County Sherriff, Kent Tibbits. Rosemary was a warm friendly person who loved people. She loved listening to Elvis Presley music. She was a lover of animals, especially cats. The family is very thankful to the staff of the Huron County Public Guardian Office and all the wonderful residents of Bad Axe, Michigan for their unselfish support for Rosemary over the years. She will be greatly missed.
Name: Elizabeth Ann Betty Binder
Age: 100
Hometown: Sheridan Twp
Funeral Date: January 05, 2022
Date of Birth: November 27, 1921
Date of Passing: December 30, 2021
Funeral Home: Kaufman Funeral Home
Services for Betty will be held on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at 11:00 am at the Bad Axe First Baptist Church. Burial will be in the Verona Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 4, 2022 from to 2-7 pm at The Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe and Wednesday at the church from 10 am until the time of service at 11 am.
Betty is survived by her son, Ralph Binder and two daughters, Carol Henny and Sharon Binder, all of Bad Axe. Granddaughter Cyndy (Jay) Gusler and three Great-grandchildren, Taylor (Dylan) Haines, Nicholas and Benjamin Gusler, all of Cypress, Texas. One sister, Arlene McConnell of Cass City, and many nieces and nephews. Betty was preceded in death by her parents - Ray and Myrtle Lane. Son-in-law, Bill Henny. Three brothers and two sisters.
Elizabeth Ann "Betty" Binder, age 100, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday morning, December 30, 2021 and was at home with her family at the time of her passing. She was born on November 27, 1921 in Lincoln Township to Ray and Myrtle (Smith) Lane. She married Wilfred A. Binder on June 28, 1941 in Napoleon, Ohio. He preceded her in death on May 4, 1998. They moved to Sheridan Township in 1948 where she farmed with her husband and son. She worked as a secretary/bookkeeper for their farm and for local businesses for nearly 70 years. Betty was a member of The First Baptist Church for 82 years where she served as a children's Sunday School teacher, Vacation Bible School director and teacher, Youth Group leader and an officer on several church boards. She was also a 4-H Director for 13 years. Betty and her husband were very active members in The Gideon Ministry. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, sewing/embroidery work, reading, traveling, visiting with friends and family. Her door was always open to everyone, and she hosted many dinner parties and celebrations in her home.
Name: Raymond Charles Heins
Age: 53
Hometown: Port Austin
Funeral Date: January 03, 2022
Date of Birth: September 09, 1968
Date of Passing: December 29, 2021
Funeral Home: Knoblock Funeral Home
Visitation will be on Sunday January 2, 2022 from 2-7pm and Monday January 3rd from 10-11 a.m. at the Knoblock Funeral Home in Kinde, MI. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday January 3rd at the Knoblock Funeral Home.
He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Lisa (Krull) Heins; his mother: Arlene Heins of Grand Rapids; his children: Josh (Mary) Eggert of Sebewaing, Alicia (Andrew Ritter) Eggert of Caro, Raymond Heins of Port Austin, Veronica (Dakoda) Wolschleger of Port Austin; and his grandchildren: Carter Hogan, Walter Eggert, and Reuben Eggert. He is also survived by his siblings: Brenda (Mark) Walton, Big Rapids, Lynn (David) Evins, Lyman, Wyoming, Julie (Ron) Rabideau, Grand Rapids; and his sisters-in-law and brother-in-law: Laurie Segura, Albuquerque, New Mexico, Cheryl Hogan, Bad Axe, Karl (Jennifer) Krull, Port Austin, Aimee (Don Marentette) Krull, Port Austin, as well as several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his father, Ray Heins, his father-in-law Charles Edward Krull, and his mother-in-law Judy Krull
Raymond Charles Heins, 53, of Port Austin died peacefully on Wednesday, December 29th, 2021 after a 14-month battle with Glioblastoma Multiforme (an aggressive brain cancer). He was born on September 9, 1968 in Saginaw, MI. Ray enjoyed nature, gardening, visiting the upper peninsula, his dogs, and classic rock music. He owned and operated Heins Hardware with his wife for 20 years. Ray took great pride in serving the community through his work. In addition to operating the hardware store, he was a master electrician, a locksmith, and generally a jack of all trades. Ray was a faithful member of The River’s Edge church in Caseville, MI for more than 20 years. Ray was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather.
Name: Carol A. Lemke
Age: 79
Hometown: Ubly, MI.
Funeral Date: December 30, 2021
Date of Birth: July 26, 1942
Date of Passing: December 27, 2021
Funeral Home: Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home
The Mass of Christian burial will be 11:00 am Thursday, December 30 at St. John Catholic Church, Good Shepherd Parish in Ubly. Rev. Nate Harburg, pastor, will officiate. Carol’s final resting place will be in the St. John Catholic Cemetery next to her beloved husband, Eugene. Visitation will be at the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly on Wednesday.from 3:00-9:00 pm and on Thursday at St. John Church only from 10:00-10:45 am. There will be a parish vigil service Wednesday evening at 7:00 pm at the funeral home. Please consider a memorial in Carol’s name to Mission of Hope Cancer Fund or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Any donations to her family should be made out care of her son, Jeff. Please visit www.smigielskifuneralhomes.com to express your sympathy and sign the guest book for Carol’s family. Due to the current Covid pandemic status, masks are suggested, but not required.
Carol is survived by her four sons, Alger (Kimberly) Lemke, Gregory, Jeff (Lisa), Paul (MariAnn), all of Ubly; 8 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; one brother, Gary (Kathy) Rumptz of Ubly; one brother-in-law, Albert Sr. (Doris) Lemke. She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Irvin and Irene Lemke; one great grandson, Oliver Thomas Deacons.
Mrs. Carol A. Lemke, 79 of Ubly, passed away Monday morning, December 27, 2021 at her son’s house while under hospice care. Carol was born on July 26, 1942 in Tyre, MI to the late Archie and Blanche (Maurer) Rumptz. She married Eugene Lemke on February 24, 1962 at St. John Catholic Church in Ubly. He preceded her in death on March 31, 2003. She attended a country school and was an eighth grade graduate of St. John Catholic School. Carol then went on to graduate from Ubly High School. She then became employed at Huron Memorial Hospital and was a faithful, dedicated employee for over 38 years. She enjoyed reading and cruising the casinos with her friends. Carol always looked forward to traveling with her family throughout Canada and the United States. Carol cherished time spent with her grandchildren and made sure to attend as many of their sporting events as possible. If you knew Carol, you knew her laugh was infectious, her personality was one of a kind and she will be truly missed by those that knew and loved her.
Name: Virginia Tageson
Age: 77
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: January 03, 2022
Date of Birth: October 18, 1944
Date of Passing: December 27, 2021
Funeral Home: Kaufman Funeral Home
Funeral services will be at 11:00am, Monday, January 3rd at First Presbyterian Church in Bad Axe. Pastor Scott McDermand will be officiating. Burial will be in Colfax Cemetery. Visitation will be on Sunday, January 2, 2022 from 1 – 7 pm at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe or Monday at the church from 10 am until the service time at 11 am. Memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Bad Axe. If you wish to offer your condolences to Ginny’s family, please go to www.kaufmanfuneralhome.com
Ginny was a devoted mother of three children. Todd (Joyce) Tageson, Tracy (Kim) Ziel, Timothy (Tina) Tageson. She was a proud grandmother to Cory (Katie) Ziel, Kelsey Ziel (fiancé Drake), Cassandra Ziel (boyfriend Carter); Moriah (Cory) Schollman; Tiana, Tasha, Takara, and Taleisha Tageson. She was a delighted great-grandmother to Mabel Grace Ziel. Ginny is also survived by her sisters Mary (Robert) Nichol and Sharon (Grant) Carman; sister-in-law Beverly Tageson; brother-in-law William (Elizabeth) Tageson; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sisters Charlotte Tinkelpaugh and Lois Billot; and brothers-in-law Joseph Tinkelpaugh, Wayne Billot, and Terry Tageson.
Virginia (Ginny) Avis Tageson, 77, of Bad Axe, passed away Monday, December 27, 2021 at Medilodge in Cass City. She was born on October 18, 1944 in Bad Axe to the late Edward and Helen Haller. Ginny graduated from Bad Axe High School in 1962. Following graduation, she married her high school sweetheart, Thomas Dale Tageson, on October 27, 1962. They celebrated 43 years of marriage before Tom passed away in 2005. Ginny loved reading books, so naturally, her first job was at the Bad Axe Library. Over the years, she became a janitor at the First Presbyterian Church of Bad Axe, where she was an active member. While at the church, she taught Sunday school for primary children for 30 years. She loved children and babysat for many years out of her home. Ginny was also a worthy matron of the order of the Eastern Star-Huronia Chapter 81. In her free time, she was a very talented artist; she painted canvases and ceramics, and attended many nights at Cloud of Dust Ceramics.
Name: Raymond Wolschleger
Age: 60
Hometown: Harbor Beach
Funeral Date: January 04, 2022
Date of Birth: April 25, 1961
Date of Passing: December 27, 2021
Funeral Home: Ramsey Funeral Home
Funeral Mass for Ray will be Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at 1 pm at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, of the Holy Apostles Parish, with Fr. Matthew Federico officiating. Burial will follow in OLLH Church Cemetery. Visitation for Ray will be at the church, on Tuesday, from 10 am until time of services at 1 pm. Arrangements are being handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com
Ray is survived by his wife Connie Wolschleger of Harbor Beach, sons: Aaron (Theresa) Wolschleger of Harbor Beach, Ray (Jolene) Wolschleger of Harbor Beach, Eric (Catrina) Wolschleger of Harbor Beach, 7 grandchildren: Jakob, Jason, Payton, Izabel, Braylin, Avalynn, Baylee, and siblings: Jane Deer, Richard & Florence Wolschleger, Ken (Sue) Wolschleger, Mark (Dawn) Wolschleger, Mary (Ed) Wiederhold, Charlotte (Ron) Vogel, Shirley (Glen) Gore, Leroy (Robin) Wolschleger, Marlene (Jerome) Peresta, Judy (Stan) Duda, Bernie (Carolyn) Wolschleger, Jerome (Sheila) Wolschleger, Sue (Jim) Hessling, Mike (Nicole) Wolschleger, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a daughter: Nicole Wolschleger, sister Pauline Wolschleger, and brother-in-law Earl Deer.
Raymond Charles Wolschleger, age 60 of Harbor Beach, passed away Monday, December 27, 2021 at Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak. He was born on April 25, 1961 in Bad Axe to the late Jerome and Mary (Hitch) Wolschleger. Ray and Connie Tenbusch were united in marriage on July 25, 1981 in Harbor Beach. Ray worked on various farms and enjoyed Tractors. Whether it was fixing them or doing the annual Plowing Bee. He enjoyed gardening, canning and being with his friends and family.
Name: Kevin Scott DeBoer
Age: 63
Hometown: Bad Axe, MI.
Funeral Date: December 31, 2021
Funeral services will be held on Friday, December 31, 2021 at 11am at Colwood Church, located at 1840 Colwood Rd. (M-81), Caro, MI 48723. Kevin will be laid to rest in Colfax Cemetery in Bad Axe. Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 30, 2021 from 4 – 8 pm at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe; and also on Friday, at Colwood Church from 10am until the service time at 11am. If you wish to offer your condolences to Kevin’s family, please go to www.kaufmanfuneralhome.com
He is survived by his wife, Tammy (Seibert) DeBoer of Bad Axe; son, Kevin Scott (Jenny Sue) DeBoer, Jr. of Bad Axe; father, Alfred DeBoer of Lake City, Michigan; and sister, Kimberly (Matt) DeRuiter of Falmouth, Michigan. Also surviving are his mother and father in-law, Vern and LaJean Seibert,Jr. of Bad Axe; sister in-law, Teresa (Larry) Storinsky and sister in-law, Tanya (Joel) Haselhuhn along with many nieces and nephews who will miss him very much. His greatest joy was the time spent with his five precious grandchildren: Warren DeBoer, 13; Lily Puvalowski,9; Vincent Puvalowski, 5; Lucas DeBoer, 5; and Jeremiah DeBoer, 11 months old. He was preceded in death by his mother, Doris DeBoer; his grandparents, and many aunts and uncles.
Kevin Scott DeBoer, age 63 of Bad Axe, passed away suddenly on December 26, 2021, and has met his Lord Jesus face to face. He was born on July 11, 1958 in Cadillac, Michigan, the son of Alfred and Doris (Bode) DeBoer. He married Tammy Seibert on July 12, 1980 in Livonia, Michigan. Kevin graduated from Lawrence Technological University with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology. He worked as an automotive engineer for 25 years. Kevin and his family moved to Bad Axe in 1996. He was currently a Bus Driver for Thumb Area Transit. He served his community as a member of the Board of Review for the City of Bad Axe, served as a Scout Master for Troop 555, and served in many areas within his church.
Name: Dean Ellicott
Age: 81
Hometown: Owendale
Funeral Date: Not Available
Date of Birth: August 13, 1940
Date of Passing: December 26, 2021
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
A celebration of his life will take place later in 2022. Champagne Funeral Chapel is handling the arrangements. Memorials may be made to United Hospice Service of Marlette or Bay Shore Camp. www.ChampagneFuneralChapel.com
Dean is survived by his wife Carol; daughters Leeann (Jeffrey) Rajewski of Gagetown and Shelly Binder of Sebewaing; grandchildren Tara (Jon) Marczak, Brian (Megan) Binder and Shawn (Melanie Queen) Binder; great-grandchildren Josiah Benish, Alexander Dean Binder and Baby Binder due in January; sister Janice (Chuck) Shanlian of Florida; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He is preceded in death by his sister Ruth Marie Ellicott.
Dean Albert Ellicott, 81,of Owendale, passed away Sunday, December 26, 2021 at home surrounded by family under hospice care. Dean was born August 13, 1940 in Owendale to the late Albert and Ruby (Choate) Ellicott. He married Carol M. Ackerman on June 22, 1963. He worked as a carpenter and roofer. One of his greatest pleasures was riding his horse “Miracle” after a hard day's work or in a local parade. He enjoyed volunteering at Bay Shore Camp, fishing, camping, teasing and laughing with his family. In his younger years he enjoyed snowmobiling with friends, but the past 20 years' winters have been spent in the Florida sun playing shuffleboard.
Name: Alberta Banker
Age: 77
Hometown: Harbor Beach
Funeral Date: Not Available
Date of Birth: December 01, 1944
Date of Passing: December 25, 2021
Funeral Home: Ramsey Funeral Home
Cremation has taken place. Arrangements are being handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com
Alberta is survived by her children: Lennie Mobley of Illinois, Sue Keeley of Marlette, Pat Banker of Harbor Beach, Connie Wolschleger of Harbor Beach, Allen Banker of Harbor Beach, Judy Pawlowski of Harbor Beach, Michael Banker of Grand Blanc, 13 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, and siblings: George Koehn of Tennessee, Florence Stein of Harbor Beach, Bill Koehn of Oregon, Leroy Koehn, Esther Howard of Harbor Beach, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by son: Bill Tenbusch, granddaughter: Nicole Wolschleger, brothers: Charles Koehn, Richard Koehn, and Alvin Koehn.
Alberta M. Banker, age 77 of Harbor Beach, passed away Saturday, December 25, 2021 at Harbor Beach Community Hospital. She was born on December 1, 1944 in Harbor Beach to the late George and Mildred (Pardeik) Koehn. Alberta and Larry Banker were united in marriage in August of 1968 in Harbor Beach. Larry preceded her in death on January 1, 2010. She worked at Huron Laundry for several years. She enjoyed being with her family and was an avid bingo player.
Name: Marjorie Ruth Gnagey
Age: 87
Hometown: Pigeon, MI.
Funeral Date: Not Available
Date of Birth: January 24, 1934
Date of Passing: December 25, 2021
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Private family funeral services will be at the Champagne Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in Pigeon River Mennonite Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Pigeon River Mennonite Church. www.ChampagneFuneralChapel.com
She is survived by her daughters Carolyn (Scott) Harder of Pigeon and Marcia (Chris) Schuette of Pigeon and son Alvin (Terese) Gnagey of Bay Port; grandchildren Tonie (Bill) Harcourt, Jason (Sara) Gnagey, Jeremy (Amy) Gnagey, Brant (Carla) Gnagey, and Christopher (Karly) Harder; 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son Larry and brother Melvin “Blackie” Burger.
Marjorie Ruth Gnagey, 87, of Pigeon, passed away Christmas Day, December 25, 2021 at Courtney Manor in Bad Axe. Marge was born January 24, 1934 in Carsonville to the late Norman and Edith (Thomas) Burger. She married Leroy Gnagey on August 22, 1951 at Pigeon River Mennonite Church; he preceded her in death September 26, 2009. Marge was a member of Pigeon River Mennonite Church. She volunteered as a Meals-on-Wheels driver and at the Scheurer Hospital Gift Shop. She loved cooking and baking for her family and spoiling her family. She always enjoyed her dogs and will be missed by her Pomeranian Marlee.
Name: Hugh Harwood
Age: 87
Hometown: Port Hope
Funeral Date: December 29, 2021
Date of Birth: September 19, 1934
Date of Passing: December 25, 2021
Funeral Home: Ramsey Funeral Home
Funeral Services for Hugh will be Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at 11 am at St. John Lutheran Church of Port Hope, with Rev. David Dodge officiating. Burial will follow in Lakeview Cemetery. Visitation for Hugh will be on Tuesday, from 2-7 pm at the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Visitation on Wednesday will be at the church beginning at 10 am until time of services at 11 am. Military Honors will be given in honor of Hugh at the cemetery. A white clover ceremony will take place Tuesday, at the funeral home, at 6:30 pm. Memorials may be given to the St. John Lutheran Church, or Disabled Veterans. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com
Hugh is survived by his children: Steven Harwood of North Carolina, and Vicky Mazza of St. Clair Shores, 3 grandchildren: Skylar and Spencer Harwood, Riley Mazza, 1 great granddaughtger Mollie Rae, brothers: Gary Harwood, Larry (Joyce) Harwood and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his Parents, Glen and Jane Harwood, brother Gene Harwood and sisters: Shirley and Karen Harwood.
Hugh Harwood, age 87 of Port Hope, passed away Saturday, December 25, 2021 at Courtney Manor Nursing Center of Bad Axe. He was born on September 19, 1934 in Adams County, North Dakota, to the late Glen and Jane (Keefer) Harwood. Hugh served in the US Army, from 1957-1959. He and Beatrice Schave were united in marriage on June 30, 1956. She preceded him in death in 2001. Hugh worked as a Truck driver for 40 years. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church of Port Hope, and the AmVets Post of Port Hope. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, bowling, travelling, and loved his family, church, and the AmVets.
Name: Dale S. Collison
Age: 74
Hometown: Pigeon
Funeral Date: Not Available
Date of Birth: March 08, 1947
Date of Passing: December 24, 2021
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Private funeral services will be held at the Champagne Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in Grand Lawn Cemetery. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to Pigeon First United Methodist Church or War Horses for Veterans. www.ChampagneFuneralChapel.com
Dale is survived by his wife Neila; children Jill (Rick) Behm of Illinois and Brian (Allison) of Virginia; grandsons Andrew and Matthew Behm; sister Louanne Sattler of Bay City; brother-in-law Willie Behm and sister-in-law Mary Lou (Bob Jr) Thiel, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother Frederick, brother-in-law Gene Sattler and sister-in-law Anita Behm.
Dale was born March 8, 1947 in Pigeon to the late Floyd and Irma (Jacob) Collison. He graduated from Laker High School in 1965. Dale was drafted during the Vietnam campaign serving a tour of duty in 1967. On July 7, 1973 he married Neila J. Kerr at Pigeon First United Methodist Church. In 2005 Dale retired from Tower Automotive after 40 years' employment. He was active in his community, serving over 20 years of the Pigeon Village Council, Pigeon Farmer’s Festival Committee, Winsor Twp Board of Review. He was a member of the Pigeon VFW and an active member at Pigeon First United Methodist Church.
Name: Alice G. Fisher
Age: 91
Hometown: Meade Township, MI.
Funeral Date: December 30, 2021
Date of Birth: September 12, 1930
Date of Passing: December 24, 2021
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
Mass of Christian burial will take place at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, December 30, 2021 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Fr. T.J. Fleming officiating. Burial will follow at St. Felix Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, December 30, 2021 at MacAlpine Funeral Home in Bad Axe. Memorials may be offered to the American Red Cross – Disaster Relief fund. Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Alice is survived by her sons: Allen (Judy) Fisher of Pigeon; Timothy (Kathy) Fisher of Filion and Leroy Fisher (special friend, Gretchen McBride) of Caseville; her daughters: Arlice Lackie of Caseville; Sherry (John) Loutzenheiser of Croswell and Dinah (Dave) Rasmussen of Elkton; her grandchildren: John, Kristy, Brock, Lisa, Allen, Alice and Tiffany. She is also survived by 9 great – grandchildren; her sisters-in-law: Rosline Witherspoon, Bernice McCrea and Shirley Fisher; brother-in-law, Clarence Fisher and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her siblings: her twin brother, Allen (Florence) Witherspoon, Willis Witherspoon, John Witherspoon and Euortta (James) Hind.
Alice G. Fisher, 91, of Meade Township, passed away on December 24, 2021 at Courtney Manor in Bad Axe. She was born in Hume Township on September 12, 1930 to the late Alfred and Minna (Iseler) Witherspoon. Alice married Bernard “Ben” Fisher on April 5, 1951. They raised 6 children together. He preceded her in death on June 6, 2006. She was a member of St. Felix Catholic Church and their Altar Society and the Women’s Auxiliary of American Legion. Alice worked at Huron County Medical Care Facility as a nurse’s aide for many years. She also enjoyed crocheting, quilting, gardening, and canning. She was a dedicated farmer’s wife and helped raised her grandchildren.
Name: David Pruitt
Age: 64
Hometown: Dearborn Heigfhts, MI.
Funeral Date: Not Available
Date of Birth: October 08, 1957
Date of Passing: December 24, 2021
Funeral Home: Kaufman Funeral Home
In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place. If you wish to offer your condolences to David’s family, please go to www.kaufmanfuneralhome.com
David is survived by his niece and nephew –Sharon Sopczynski (Ziemba) and Carl (Nancy) Ziemba Great nieces and nephews, Donoaldean Mccoy (significant other Josh Hewitt), Zachary Sopczynski, Ashley Sopczynski (fiance Bryce Miller), Daniel Ziemba. Great Great nephews, Ryan Mcoy, Ian Mcoy, and Braxton Hewitt, aslo many cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by parents Harold and Norma(Hallam)Pruitt, one sister, Jackie Ziemba,grandparents, and many aunts and uncles.
David Pruitt, age 64, of Dearborn Heights, passed away on Friday, December 24, 2021. He was born on October 8, 1957 in Detroit, son of the late Harold and Norma (Hallam) Pruitt. David passed away unexpectedly at his home. He worked many jobs throughout his life. Huron Music was his dream job but his true passion was garage saling and finding the rare treasure for pennies.
Name: Jo Anne Will
Age: 89
Hometown: Harbor Beach, MI
Funeral Date: Not Available
Date of Birth: October 30, 1932
Date of Passing: December 24, 2021
Funeral Home: Ramsey Funeral Home
Jo Anne was a lifelong member of the American Legion Auxiliary and Order of the Eastern Star. She worked for many years as librarian of the Harbor Beach Library where she retired in 1994 after 22 years of service to the community. After retirement she enjoyed playing the piano, baking, reading and various crafts. She also enjoyed many trips to visit her children, traveling across the United States.
Jo Anne was preceded in death by her son Daniel Dickinson, father and mother Kenneth and Myrtle Call, David Dickinson and Keith Will. She is survived by her brother Larry Call (Karen) Kalamazoo, MI, son Wayne Dickinson (Marge) Marquette, MI, daughter Kelly Dickinson Ingalls (Bill) Quilcene, WA and daughter Merrie Dickinson (Cindy) Santa Rosa, CA. She is also survived by her 5 Grandchildren and 11 Great Grandchildren, niece and nephews and many of the Keith Will family.
Jo Anne Will, On December 24, 2021, Jo Anne Will passed away surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on October 30, 1932 in St. Ignace, Michigan to USCG Chief Petty Officer Kenneth Call and his wife Myrtle (Jay). Jo Anne lived in many remote areas around the Great Lakes during her childhood as the daughter of a Coastguardsman. Her father’s final duty station being Harbor Beach, MI where she lived until a few months ago. After graduating from Harbor Beach Community High School, she married David Dickinson and moved to San Francisco, California. David was in the US Navy, deployed on the aircraft carrier USS Boxer, during the Korean Conflict. Jo Anne worked as a telephone operator during her time in California. After David returned from the war and was discharged from the Navy, they made their home in Harbor Beach, where they raised their family. In 1992 Jo Anne married Keith Will and they enjoyed many happy years together, until Keith’s death in 2019. Jo Anne had recently moved to Marquette, Michigan where she was better able to enjoy her family’s company.
Name: JoAnne Will
Age: 89
Hometown: Harbor Beach
Funeral Date: Not Available
Date of Birth: October 30, 1932
Date of Passing: December 24, 2021
Funeral Home: Ramsey Funeral Home
A private service will be held at New River Cemetery. Arrangements are being handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com
. Jo Anne was preceded in death by her son Daniel Dickinson, father and mother Kenneth and Myrtle Call, David Dickinson and Keith Will. She is survived by her brother Larry Call (Karen) Kalamazoo, MI, son Wayne Dickinson (Marge) Marquette, MI, daughter Kelly Dickinson Ingalls (Bill) Quilcene, WA and daughter Merrie Dickinson (Cindy) Santa Rosa, CA. She is also survived by her 5 Grandchildren and 11 Great Grandchildren, niece and nephews and many of the Keith Will family.
Jo Anne Will, On December 24, 2021, Jo Anne Will passed away surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on October 30, 1932 in St. Ignace, Michigan to USCG Chief Petty Officer Kenneth Call and his wife Myrtle (Jay). Jo Anne lived in many remote areas around the Great Lakes during her childhood as the daughter of a Coastguardsman. Her father’s final duty station being Harbor Beach, MI where she lived until a few months ago. After graduating from Harbor Beach Community High School, she married David Dickinson and moved to San Francisco, California. David was in the US Navy, deployed on the aircraft carrier USS Boxer, during the Korean Conflict. Jo Anne worked as a telephone operator during her time in California. After David returned from the war and was discharged from the Navy, they made their home in Harbor Beach, where they raised their family. In 1992 Jo Anne married Keith Will and they enjoyed many happy years together, until Keith’s death in 2019. Jo Anne had recently moved to Marquette, Michigan where she was better able to enjoy her family’s company. Jo Anne was a lifelong member of the American Legion Auxiliary and Order of the Eastern Star. She worked for many years as librarian of the Harbor Beach Library where she retired in 1994 after 22 years of service to the community. After retirement she enjoyed playing the piano, baking, reading and various crafts. She also enjoyed many trips to visit her children, traveling across the United States.
Name: Stella M. (Ventline) Gorkowski
Age: 82
Hometown: not available
Funeral Date: December 29, 2021
Date of Birth: September 05, 1939
Date of Passing: December 23, 2021
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
Mass of Christian burial will be 11 a.m. on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Dwight Township with Fr. Craig Carolan officiating. Burial will follow at the church cemetery. Visitation will be at the church from 9 a.m. until time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church or A Change of Seasons Hospice. Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Stella is survived by her six children: Debra (Darryl) Engel of St. Charles, IL; Frank (Linda) Gorkowski of Filion, MI; Cynthia (Michael) Miller of Eagan, MN; James (Jackie) Gorkowski of Hudson, FL; John (Mary) Gorkowski of Filion, MI; and Susan Attwell of Marquette, MI; 22 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren; two sisters: Virginia Dropiewski of Ubly and Helen (Ralph) Rifenbark of Bad Axe; one brother Clarence Ventline of Donaldson, IN; and two sisters-in-law, Delphine McEachin and Christine Rutkowski, both of Ubly. She was preceded in death by granddaughter: Laura Miller, great-grandson: Zaiden Perez, brother: Joe (Sandy) Ventline, infant brothers: Martin, George and James Ventline; and other in-laws: Joyce Ventline, Pete (Jean) Gorkowski, Eugene (Aggie) Gorkowski, Irene (Alger) Ignash, James McEachin, Clarence Rutkowski, and Bernadette (Jay) Young. The family would like to express their appreciation for the wonderful care she had at Meadow Lane Assisted Living, and especially for Carol, Elizabeth, Shirley and the other staff members in the memory care unit, as well as a special thank you to Vicky with A Change of Seasons Hospice.
Stella M. (Ventline) Gorkowski, age 82, passed away peacefully at Meadow Lane Assisted Living under the care of hospice on Thursday, December 23, 2021. She was born September 5, 1939 in Port Austin, Michigan to the late George and Tillie (Fisher) Ventline. Stella and Robert Gorkowski were united in marriage on October 25, 1958 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church by Fr. Henry S. Podsaid. They were married 53 years before he preceded her in death. Stella attended Peyok Grade School and graduated from Kinde High School. She was a lifelong member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and a member of the Holy Rosary Sodality, where she served as treasurer for multiple terms. For many years, Stella donated her time cooking for festivals, funerals, breakfasts, and other special events at the church. In the first half of their marriage, Stella worked side by side with her husband on the farm working the fields and milking cows. She then worked at the Huron Medical Care Facility for 23 years as a cook preparing meals for staff and patients. In her later years, she enjoyed attending Kinde Senior Citizen Club meetings, baking, gardening, and putting together puzzles. She loved to crochet and made multiple afghans for her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed spending time with grandchildren, great grandchildren, friends, and extended family. Raising her geese was one of her favorite hobbies.
Name: William Tenbusch
Age: 54
Hometown: Harbor Beach
Funeral Date: Not Available
Date of Birth: March 05, 1967
Date of Passing: December 23, 2021
Funeral Home: Ramsey Funeral Home
Cremation has taken place. Arrangements are being handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com
He is survived by his mother Alberta Banker of Harbor Beach, siblings: Lennie Mobley of Illinois, Sue Keeley of Marlette, Pat Banker of Harbor Beach, Connie Wolschleger of Harbor Beach, Allen Banker of Harbor Beach, Judy Pawlowski of Harbor Beach, Michael Banker of Grand Blanc, and many nieces and nephews.
William "Bill" Tenbusch, age 54 of Harbor Beach, passed away Thursday, December 23, 2021 at Harbor Beach Community Hospital. He was born on March 5, 1967 in Harbor Beach to Alberta (Koehn) Banker and the late William Tenbusch. Bill worked at Al's Restaurant for many years. He helped many civic organizations at fundraisers, enjoyed playing bingo, and especially enjoyed helping at all of Harbor Beach Athletic Programs.
Name: Janice Mae Herron
Age: 80
Hometown: Marlette
Funeral Date: December 29, 2021
Date of Birth: August 18, 1941
Date of Passing: December 22, 2021
Funeral Home: Marsh Funeral Chapel
A funeral service will be held at 11 AM Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at Marsh Funeral Chapel in Marlette with Reverend Fred Becknell officiating. The family will receive visitors from 3-7 PM Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at Marsh Funeral Chapel in Marlette and from 10 AM until the time of Service Wednesday, December 29, 2021. An Order of the Eastern Star service will be held on Tuesday evening beginning at 7 PM. Those desiring to make a memorial contribution in Janice’s memory may direct them to the Lamotte Missionary Church of Marlette, MI. You may share an online condolence with the family at www.marshfuneral.com.
Jan is survived by her loving spouse of 61 years, Edward Gordon Herron; children, William (Ann) Herron, Juanna (Bradley) Parker, Jana (Thomas) Smith-Gierke, and Launce (Andrea) Herron; grandchildren, Edward (Kara) Herron, Janson (Taylor) Parker, Jourdan Parker, Erica (Cody) Irvine, Ethan Herron, Keegan Herron, Landan Herron and Zane Smith; great-grandchildren, Nova and Everly Herron and Annabelle Irvine; siblings, Jack (Nancy) Gierman; sisters-in-law, Janice Gierman and Betty Herron; nieces and nephews, Joe (Colleen) Gierman, Jason (Jennifer) Gierman, Julie (Jim) Luginbill, Cory Gierman, Amy (Chad) Baldwin, Betsy Herron, Lori (John) Herman and Ann (Mike) Harding; special friends, Reverend Fred (Glenice) Becknell, Gary (Karen) Hood, Dean (Barb) Rockwell, Wendell Shier, Joann, Kay Roth, Paul McKee, Larry (Sharon) Archard, Mary Lou Prowse, Al (Denise) Mitchell, Pat Chard, Chuck and Alice, Sally Brown, the Caseville Red Hat sisters; as well as many friends and neighbors of Oak Beach; and last, but not least, Jan’s beloved furry companion poodles, Pepperoni, Mozzarella and Pizza Baby. Janice was preceded in death by her parents, William and Virginia Gierman; brother, James Gierman; aunt, Marge Orcutt; and son-in-law, Bryan Smith.
Celebrating the life of Mrs. Janice Mae Herron, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. Jan, formerly of Marlette, retired on the lake of Oak Beach area. Janice Mae Herron passed away Tuesday, December 22, 2021 after she had taken a fall in November. Daughter of William and Virginia Gierman, Janice was born August 18, 1941 in Cass City, Michigan and she was a graduate of Marlette High School with the class of 1959. Jan married the love of her life, Edward Gordon Herron on May 21, 1960. Originator of Beagio’s Pizza, J & S Catering and Wig Um House & Beauty Salon, Jan was always hard at work. She was also a member of the Lamotte Missionary Church and a devoted member of the FOE 3690 Women’s Auxiliary of Caseville, “Queen Mother” of the Caseville Red Hat Hippers and The Croswell OES 236. Above all, Jan was a friend of all. Wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and was loved by everyone she knew. She loved tending to her flowers, watching sunsets at the lake, making delicious homemade wine, shopping, baking, spending time with family and friends, dressing to the nines, as well as decorating. The more “razzel-dazzel”, the happier she was!
Name: Marjorie H. Schwartz
Age: 93
Hometown: Gagetown, MI.
Funeral Date: December 28, 2021
Funeral Mass will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 28, 2021 in Our Lady Consolata Parish, St. Agatha Catholic Church, Gagetown with Fr. Rob Pare officiating. Interment will be in St. Agatha Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Thumb Octagon Barn or the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) . Family and friends may share memories, prayers, and stories at www.kranzfuneralhome.com. Visitation: 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 28, 2021 in Our Lady Consolata Parish, St. Agatha Catholic Church, Gagetown
Marjorie is survived by her son, Mark D. (Ann Lessner) Schwartz of Shorewood, WI; grandchildren: Justin Schwartz of West Allis, WI; Peter Schwartz of Shorewood, WI; Helen (Kyle) Anderson of Fitchberg, WI; sister-in-law, Betty Kreger; and her special friends, Barb and Herschel Adams of Gagetown. She was preceded in death by her husband, Don; brother, Richard C. Kreger.
Marjorie H. Schwartz, 93, of Gagetown, died peacefully Tuesday, December 21, 2021 in Vadavilla Adult Foster Care of Unionville. She was born July 15, 1928 in Sandusky to Clarence and Nita (Peet) Kreger. She married Donald J. Schwartz on August 21, 1954 in St. Agatha Catholic Church, Gagetown. Marjorie graduated from Sandusky High School in 1946. She worked for Detroit Edison Co. in Sandusky and in Caro for twelve years. Following some years spent raising her son, she returned to work as a teacher’s aide. Marjorie retired in the early 1990’s as the secretary of Gagetown Elementary School. Marjorie was a member of St. Agatha Catholic Church, did volunteer work for St. Agatha School and was secretary for several pastors. Together, she and her husband Don were proud supporters of the Thumb Octagon Barn. Marjorie loved genealogy and researching her family’s history. She enjoyed working outdoors especially in her flower and vegetable gardens.
Name: Elaine Mae Eggert
Age: 82
Hometown: Harbor Beach, MI.
Funeral Date: December 23, 2021
Date of Birth: December 23, 1938
Date of Passing: December 18, 2021
Funeral Home: Ramsey Funeral Home
Funeral Services for Elaine will be Thursday, December 23, 2021 at 11 am at St. John Lutheran Church, Port Hope, with Rev. David Dodge officiating. Burial will follow in Lakeview Cemetery. Visitation for Elaine will be at the church on Thursday, beginning at 10 am until time of services at 11 am. Arrangements are being handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com
Elaine is survived by her brothers: Orville Eggert of Port Hope and Gary Eggert of Harbor Beach, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister, Shirley Witherspoon, brothers: Gordon and Stanley Eggert, brother-in-law Robert Witherspoon, and sister-in-law Jean Eggert.
Elaine Mae Eggert, age 82 of Harbor Beach, passed away on December 18, 2021 when the Lord her Savior called her home. She was born on December 23, 1938 to the late Hugo and Olga (Pleiness) Eggert in Bloomfield Township. She was confirmed on July 1, 1951 in Bloomfield Trinity Lutheran Church. She is now a member of the St. John Lutheran Church in Port Hope. She attended Wade School for 8 years. Elaine was a graduate of Harbor Beach High School in 1955. She worked in places such as: Port Austin, Bad Axe, and Ubly at Hamill making seat belts. She enjoyed being with family and friends, going to church events, and loved baking, cooking, gardening flowers, her car and taking care of her cats.
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