Susan Laurel Kosko
Susan Laurel Kosko, age 59, of Battle Creek, formerly of Albion,
passed away Monday December 31, 2007 at Battle Creek Health Systems of
Battle Creek. She was born July 26, 1948 to John and Alfreda(Sweeney)
Kosko in Albion, Michigan. Susan was resident of Calhoun County most
of her life. She enjoyed Music, and was a member of the First
Presbyterian Church of Albion.She is survived by two brothers John W.
( Jana) Kosko of Pinckney and Rev. James D. ( Mary) Kosko of Elk
Grove, California; 1 Sister Cynthia( Gilbert ) Cuadro of Venice,
Florida. She was preceded in death by her Parents. According to her
wishes, Cremation has taken place and there will be a Private Memorial
Service at Albion Memory Gardens Cemetery, Albion Township, Michigan.
Arrangements Entrusted to the Erie Street Chapel of the J. Kevin Tidd
Funeral Home, 208 West Erie Street, Albion, Michigan 49224 Assistance
with memorials Contributions to : Lifespan Good Samaritan Hospice, or
the First Presbyterian Church is available at the Erie Street Chapel
of J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home.
Geraldine Gene
(Jeri) Kohler
At the age of 82, Geraldine Gene (Jeri) Kohler of Parma left to claim
her mansion in Heaven and to see the many other family members and
friends who have gone before her on July 20, 2008. She was born May
24, 1926 in Jackson, Michigan to Ora Spencer and Minnie Adelaide
(Davis) Johnson. In 1933, the Johnsons turned to farming on shares
and lived in three places before returning to Mackie Road, the first
place they had farmed, and buying it. Jeri attended a number of local
country schools in those years but in sixth grade was at Campbell
School, where she graduated from the eighth grade and then from Parma
High School in 1943. She started working at age 14 sacking potatoes,
sugar and other commodities that came in bulk those days; at
Woolworth’s 5&10, then into different restaurant work, always headed
for a better job. While waitressing at the Parker Inn in Albion, the
new Corning Glass factory beckoned, then other jobs until starting in
1967 at Spring Arbor College (SAC) where she worked for 18 years,
retiring at age 60. However, she had been working for the Parma News
part time since 1967 as well, and had an opportunity to buy it in
1981, which she couldn’t resist. She also served several years as a
“stringer” for the Parma area in the Jackson Citizen Patriot. She
continued enjoying meeting and writing about local people and events
until she sold the paper in 1994 but kept on contributing to what is
now The County Press because it was in her blood. She also sold
Amway products and greeting cards and held membership in Michigan
Press Woman since 1975, winning a trip to California as the Michigan
Press Woman of Achievement, and other small awards. Jeri had many
interests she followed through the years including :Den Mother to Cub
Scouts: Leader for Brownie Scouts, then Girl Scouts, with girls who
often still keep in touch ; and 4-H Leader. Having been a member of
the Quakertown 4-H Club herself, she began teaching classes in
cooking, gardening, flowers and others as needed, then became the
first to lead the newly-named Campbell Clovers, writing about these
activities along the way. She was an active member and officer of the
Parma VFW Auxiliary until it closed, when she transferred first to the
Hanover-Horton Auxiliary, then to Auxiliary Post #823 in Jackson. She
was also a member of the Parma-Spring Arbor lions Club for a number of
years. Jeri headed up a large Christmas Basket Project for needy
folks in the Western School s area for a number of years, first
through the Cracker Hill VFW Auxiliary, then through the Lions Club
which continues the project today. She also served years as a Parma
Township Trustee. A trip to Kenya, East Africa to visit friends who
had been students at SAC while she worked there, brought her home with
the knowledge of American carelessness in disposing of books while the
children in Bunyore had no books at all, nor did most of the
teachers. She started a non-profit organization to send books and
other educational terials and began talking to schools about sending
discarded books, pens and pencils to Kenya instead of destroying them
and talking to whoever would listen to donate postage for those
books. Also, the children had nothing to play with, rolling up balls
of grass to use as a soccer ball and pulling toys made of banana tree
parts with banana fiber ropes. Some real toys and ball were also
sent. An only child, her parents lived long and busy lives just around
the corner from where she was raising her family of four offspring,
and she was not alone until her father died in 1999. She is survived
by two daughters, Mrs. Glen A. (Joianne Dee) Pettigrove Sr. of
Merrill, MI, and Jeanine M. Kohler of Parma with whom she made her
home after becoming ill two years ago; and two sons, David L. (Lee)
Kohler of Ohio, and Charles G. “Chip” (Kathy) Kohler of Traverse City,
MI. There are 11 wonderful grandchildren who have added 16
great-grandchildren, all of whom are terrific! She is also survived
by a beloved ‘adopted’ daughter Linda K. Kearbey of Texas. According
to her wishes she was cremated with arrangements entrusted to J. Kevin
Tidd Funeral Home of Albion. A Memorial Service will be conducted by
her son-in-law, The Rev. Glen A. Pettigrove, Sr., accompanied by his
daughter Mrs. Brett (Amy) McEwan of Chicago, Saturday, July 26, 2008
at 11:30 a.m. on the grounds of the Proud Veterans Motorcycle Club,
7901 Benn Rd just east of Dearing Road, Parma, and a country spot she
loves. The club, of which daughter Jeanine is a member and officer,
will receive her Memorial donations made in lieu of flowers. The club
is dedicated to helping support the Veterans of Forgein Wars National
Home for Children near Eaton Rapids. She expressed a wish that all
friends would attend the service to see how lovely the setting is and
that everyone would feel free to speak up (she hoped kindly) about her
in celebration of her entry into Heaven, Memorial donations may be
made following the service at the club, or sent to: Proud Veterans
Motorcycle Club, c/o Jeanine Kohler, 1170 Mackie Rd, Parma, MI 49269
Elizabeth J. Cortright
Elizabeth J. Cortright, age 79, of Homer, passed away Wednesday, July
16, 2008, at Bronson Hospital-Kalamazoo, surrounded by her family. She
was born June 14, 1929 in Edinburg, Texas to Harry James and L. Geneva
(Stiverson) Crisp. On September 27, 1953, she was married to
Harold”Whitey” Cortright at her parent’s home in Hillsdale County. He
preceded her in death December 1, 2000. She graduated from Addison
High School and attended Business College in Jackson. She was employed
at Thompson Bank in Hudson, First Federal Savings and Loan in Jackson,
Marshall Brass in Marshall, Calhoun Foundry in Homer and retired from
Hopp’s Colonial Pharmacy in Homer. She was a member of St. Paul’s
Lutheran Church in Albion and she enjoyed baking, sewing, and spending
time with her family. Special thanks to her friends, Marcy, Nancy and
Rachel, among others. She is survived by 2 Daughters June Cortright
and Gloria (Joseph) LaForce both of Battle Creek, Michigan; 2
Granddaughters Ambra Jo LaForce and Geneva Rose LaForce; 2 Sisters
Clara Belle Wretschko of Toledo, Ohio and Jo Nell Paulsen of
Pittsford, Michigan, and a Brother –in-law Leroy “Bill” Cortright of
Homer Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents
and a Brother Rex Crisp, and Sister-in-law, Elaine Ralston. Visitation
for family and friends will be Saturday July 26, 2008 from 10:00 –
11:00 A.M. at the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home 811 Finley Drive Albion,
Michigan 49224. According to her wishes, Cremation has taken place and
there will be a Memorial Service on Saturday, July 26, 2008 at 11:00
A.M. at the Finley Drive Chapel of the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home with
Rev. Karl Strenge officiating. A Luncheon will follow the Memorial
Service at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Albion, Michigan. Assistance
with memorials Contributions to: Homer Area Community Foundation or
the Homer Public Library is available at the Finley Drive Chapel of
the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home.
Michael Basha
Michael Basha,
88, of Parma, passed
away on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, at his home. He was born October
13, 1919 in Cleveland, Ohio to Adam and Anna (Tomko)
Basha. On March 27, 1944 he married
Frances Marian Vuroker who survives.
Michael served his country during WWII in the United States Army
Air Corps. in Germany. He earned his Bachelor of Science Degree
from Albion College, graduating in 1950. He was an educator and
taught at Homer Community Schools and Taylor Schools. He retired
after 20 years, moving back to Albion in 1982. He previously
worked at Corning Glass as a supervisor for over 9 years. Michael
was an active member of St. James’ Episcopal Church in Albion and
while residing in Livonia was a member of St. Andrews. Michael was
an American Legion member. He enjoyed softball and was on the
winning All Conference Baseball Team in1950. He was a member of
the Albion College A-Club. Michael also enjoyed gardening, reading
and woodworking. Survivors include:
his
wife, Frances Basha of Parma, (1)
daughter, Becky Sue & Larry Mason of
Clarksville, (2) sons, Steven
Basha of Woodland, CA. and Paul
Basha of Scottsdale, AZ, (1)
sister, Helen Stewart of Parma, Ohio,
several
nieces and nephews, (5) grandchildren
and (1) great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by one son
James, three brothers and two sisters. Funeral Service will be
held 11:00 AM Monday, July 21, at J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811
Finley Drive, Albion, with Father David Pike and Father Ed Scully
officiating. Interment will follow at Albion Memory Gardens.
Visitation will be Sunday, July 20 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at the
funeral home. Memorials are suggested to American Legion and
Albion College Sports Department.
Angela P. Dark
Angela P. Dark, 43, of Albion, passed
away on Monday, July 14, 2008 at Battle Creek Health System. She
was born in Talladega, Alabama on March 11, 1965 to Willie Dark
and Ruby Hancock. Angela worked for over 20 years at Albion
College in Food Service. She also worked for ABM Custodial Service
until she became ill. She was a former member of Bethel Baptist
Church in Albion. Angela enjoyed music, shopping and playing
cards. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family.
Survivors include: (1) daughter,
Ashley Porter of Albion, (2) sons,
Anthony Byrd and Randale Jones, both
of Albion, Mother, Ruby Hancock of Albion, Father, Willie Dark of
Albion, (2) sisters, Daphne Dark of
Albion and Theresa Dark of Lansing, Angela’s Special Friend who
was there for her, Willie Taylor of Albion,
half-sisters, Alicia, Samantha, Keekee
Lowe and Angela Taylor, all of Battle Creek, (1)
brother, Willie Dark, Jr. of Albion,
half-brothers, Little Willie Dark and
Timothy Taylor, both of Battle Creek, and Mike of Alabama, (1)
granddaughter,
Anyia Mosley, and a host of
aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.Funeral Service will be held
NOON Monday, July 21, at Bethel Baptist Church, 523 Washington
Street, Albion, with Pastor F.H. Alexander, Jr. officiating.
Interment will follow at Albion Memory Gardens. A Family Hour will
be held from 11:00 A.M until time of Service. Arrangements made by
J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion.
Robert M.
“Rob” Hamilton
 Robert
M. “Rob” Hamilton,
36, of Albion,
formerly of Lansing, passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2008, at
his residence. He was born July 23, 1971 in Detroit to Robert
Joseph and Elvie Lisa (Eaton)
Hamilton. “Rob” was
a graduate of Sexton High School in Lansing and attended two years
of college. He spent most of his working life in the Lansing area
before moving to Albion.
“Rob”
served our Country in the Unites States
Marine Corps during Desert Storm. He was currently employed with
World Corrugated Container Inc. in Albion as a press operator. He
was a member of the V.F.W in Lansing.
“Rob” enjoyed reading,
fishing, dungeons & dragons. Survivors include:
mother & step-father, Elvie
& Thomas Sullivan of Florida,
father, Robert
Hamilton of Detroit, (2) sisters, Brenda
Hamilton and Angel & Thomas Alfaro all of Lansing, (2)
step-sisters, Jenifer De
Rubeis and Christian Neiman both of
Arizona, (2) step-brothers, Patrick Sullivan and Timothy Sullivan
both of Lansing,
Several nieces and nephews.
A Graveside Service will be
held 10:30 A.M. Thursday, July 17, at Fort Custer National
Cemetery in Augusta. There will be no visitation. Arrangements
made by J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion.
Leone M. Gibson
Leone M. Gibson,
age 96 of Marshall formerly of Homer passed away Thursday, July 10,
2008 at the Best Care Plus Living Center in Marshall, Michigan. She
was born March 24, 1912 in Monroe, Michigan to Oscar and Marion
(Clayton) Sievert. On October 1, 1938 in Carleton, Michigan she
married William Baylee Gibson who has preceded her in death on
January 12, 1987. She lived in the Calhoun County area all of her
life moving to Marshall in 2000. She was a Registered Nurse at
Oaklawn Hospital in Marshall for a number of years. She was a
volunteer for the Red Cross in Homer and taught reading for Homer
High Adult Education classes. She was very active in the First
Presbyterian church of Homer and the Monday Club. Leone is survived
by two sons, Charles W. (Christine) Gibson of Scotts and Robert F.
Gibson of Jonesville; three grandchildren and five great
grandchildren. She was preceded by her parents; her husband and two
brothers Oscar and Paul Sievert; two
sisters, Marion Winchell and Myrtle
Gilbert. According to her wishes cremation has taken place and there
will be no visitation. Graveside service will be held Friday, July
18, 2008 at 11:30AM at the Fairview Cemetery in Homer Township,
Michigan with Rev. Tim Marvel officiating. Assistance with memorials
to First Presbyterian Church of Homer can be made at the Erie Street
Chapel of J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home. Arrangements entrusted to the
Erie Street Chapel of J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 208 W. Erie
Street, Albion, MI 49224
Anna H.
Weiskittel
Anna H. Weiskittel, age 68, of Albion passed away Saturday
July 12, 2008 at Tendercare of Albion. She was born May 22, 1940 in
South Bend, Indiana to Charles and Helen (Pinter) DeFrees. On August
27, 1960 she was married to Carl R. Weiskittel in Indianapolis,
Indiana. She has been a
resident of the Albion Area for 47 ½ years. She was Postmaster at
Albion College for 20 years, retiring on August 1, 2000.She was a
E.M.T. and volunteer Paramedic for the Albion Ambulance Service, a
member of St. John Catholic Church –Albion and its Altar and Rosary
Society’s, a past president of the Pastoral Council and the
Welcoming Committee for the Church. A former member of the Lumen
Christi’s Parent Band Boosters, She was former president of the
Albion College Molders Union, Past president of the Albion – Homer
United Way. She was a very active Irish Hills Council Girl Scout
Troup Leader receiving the Thanks Badge in 1982. On the Board of
Directors and a trainer of trainer for the Girl Scout Troup’s. She
was a very good Seamstress, enjoyed painting oil or watercolors,
enjoyed swimming, Gardening, Traveling, and Crafts. She is survived by
her husband Carl of Albion; 1 Son Carl(Jane) Weiskittel Jr. of
Chatham, Illinois; 2 Daughters Barbara Weiskittel of Randolph, New
Jersey and Deborah ( John Koelsch) Weiskittel of Ft. Collins,
Colorado; 2 Grandsons Theo and Spencer Koelsch; Her Mother Helen
DeFrees of Indianapolis, Indiana.1 Sister Kathleen(Richard) DeFrees
Shank of Blue Bell, Pennsylvania. She was preceded in
death by her father Charles DeFrees. Visitation for
family and friends will be Monday July 14, 2008 from 2:00 – 4:00 and
6:00 – 8:00 P.M. at the Erie Street Chapel of the J. Kevin Tidd
Funeral Home. A Scripture Wake Service will be held Monday Night at
6:00 P.M. at the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home 208 W. Erie Street Albion,
Michigan. 49224 A Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday July 15, 2008
at 10:00 A.M. at St. John Catholic Church- Albion with Fr. Carl Peltz, officiating.
Burial will follow at Albion Memory Gardens- Albion. Assistance with
Memorial Contributions to St. John Catholic Church or Great Lakes
Hospice is available at the Funeral Home.
Gary L. Seitler
Gary
L. Seitler, age 67, of Albion, passed away peacefully at his home
surrounded by his wife and children on July 12, 2008. .He was born
July 29, 1940 in Albion, Michigan to Truman R. and Hazel L. (Waltz)
Seitler .On February 7, 1970 he was married to Barbara Buckland in
Albion, Michigan.He was a 1959 Graduate of Washington Gardner High School, A Veteran
of the United States Air Force; He worked as a Clothing salesman for
Young’s Apparel in Albion for 15 years before becoming an Insurance
Agent for AAA Insurance for 28 years before retiring in 2002.He was
a Life member of the Albion Elks Lodge # 1798 and a Past Exalted
Ruler, member of the Albion Moose Lodge # 406, Albion Eagles Aerie #
1265 and the Leisure Hour Club. He attended St. James Episcopal
Church-Albion; and he was an avid Golfer and Bowler.
He is survived by his wife Barbara of Albion; Son Donald(Angela)
Seitler of Portage; Daughter Gina(Rob) Sterett of Marshall; 4
Grandchildren Taylor Seitler; Hadley, Hillary, and Andrew Sterett; A
Sister Mary L. ( William” Marty”) Wellington of Albion; and Several
Nieces and Nephews.
Visitation for Family and friends will be Wednesday July 16, 2008 at
the Erie Street Chapel of the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home from 2:00 –
4:00 and 6:00 – 8:00 P.M.
An Elks Lodge of Sorrow will be Wednesday July 16, 2008 at 7:00 P.M.
at the Funeral Home.
According to his wishes, Cremation has taken place and their will be
a Memorial Service on Thursday July 17, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. at the J.
Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 208 West Erie Street, Albion, Michigan
49224 with the Rev. Walter H. Nichols Jr. officiating. Assistance with
memorials Contributions to Lifespan Good Samaritan Hospice, Elks
Major Projects, or the Albion Eagles Aerie # 1265 is available at
the Erie Street Chapel of J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home.
Victoria V. Davis
Victoria V. Davis,
24, of Albion, formerly of Lansing, passed away on Thursday,
July10, 2008 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. She was
born on May 22, 1984 to Ruth Gamble and Victor Davis. Victoria
worked as a cashier for Holsum Bread
Outlet in Lansing. She spent most of her life in Lansing. Her
Survivors include: (2) daughters,
Aviance Peebles and
Nevaeh Davis and (1) son, Davion
Davis all of Albion,
her
mother, Ruth Gamble of Albion and father Victor Davis of Lansing,
(1) sister, Britten
Davis and (1) brother Terrence Gamble both of Lansing,
grandparents, Mamie
Gamble of Albion, Laverne Davis of Vandalia, MI
and Hillary Culiver of Jackson.
Victoria was preceded in death by her grandfathers. Funeral will be
held at NOON on Tuesday, July 15, at J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811
Finley Drive, Albion, with Pastor Charles Magee officiating. Burial
will take place at Riverside Cemetery in Albion. Family hour will be
from 11:00 A.M. until NOON.
Leone M
Gibson
Gibson, Leone M,
age 96 of Marshall formerly of Homer passed away Thursday, July 10,
2008 at the Best Care Plus Living Center in Marshall, Michigan. She
was born March 24, 1912 in Monroe, Michigan to Oscar and Marion
(Clayton) Sievert. On October 1, 1938 in Carleton, Michigan she
married William Baylee Gibson who has preceded her in death on January
12, 1987. She lived in the Calhoun County area all of her life moving
to Marshall in 2000. She was a Registered Nurse at Oaklawn Hospital
in Marshall for a number of years. She was a volunteer for the Red
Cross in Homer and taught reading for Homer High Adult Education
classes. She was very active in the First Presbyterian church of Homer
and the Monday Club. Leone is survived by two sons, Charles W.
(Christine) Gibson of Scotts and Robert F. Gibson of Jonesville; three
grandchildren and five great grandchildren. She was preceded by her
parents; her husband and two brothers Oscar and Paul
Sievert; two sisters, Marion
Winchell and Myrtle Gilbert. According to
her wishes cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation.
Graveside service will be held Friday, July 18, 2008 at 11:30AM at the
Fairview Cemetery in Homer Township, Michigan with Rev. Tim Marvel
officiating. Assistance with memorials to First Presbyterian Church of
Homer can be made at the Erie Street Chapel of J. Kevin Tidd Funeral
Home. Arrangements entrusted to the Erie Street Chapel of J. Kevin
Tidd Funeral Home, 208 W. Erie Street, Albion, MI 49224
Yvonne Michael Domingo
Yvonne Michael Domingo, age 72,
of Homer, passed away Friday July 4, 2008 at Borgess
Medical Center- Kalamazoo. She was born January 30, 1936 in Crawford
Township, Ohio to Clifford and Margaret (Dunn) Stone. She was married to
Harold J. Michael and he preceded her in death in 1993 and she later
married Joseph V. Domingo. She
was formerly the owner-operator of the Loving oven Bakery in Baldwin; and
she was a cook for various other restaurants. She also enjoyed being a
homemaker. She was a member of the V.F.W.
Auxiliary and a member of the Vivian’s of the Albion Elks # 1798. She
is survived by her husband Joseph V. Domingo of Homer; 4 Sons Dennis
(Betty) Michael of Albion; Patrick (Kelly) Michael of Spring Arbor; Brian
(Kim) Michael of Orleans and Steve Michael of Freeport.3 Step sons Larry
(Janet) Domingo, John Domingo and Joe (Jill) Domingo all of Albion.4 Step
daughters Mary Jo Hagerman, Sandra Watson, and Jenny (Brian) Marsh all of
Albion; Sue Ann Clevenger of St. Louis, Missouri; and a step daughter in
law Peggy Domingo of Marshall. 7 Grandchildren and 8
Great Grandchildren. Besides being preceded in death by her first husband Harold J. Michael,
she was preceded in death by a son Daniel Michael and 2 Brothers Harry Lee
Stone and Clifford Stone Jr. Visitation for family and friends will be
Monday July 7, 2008 at the Finley Drive Chapel of the J. Kevin Tidd
Funeral Home from 2:00-4:00 and 6:00 -8:00 P.M. Funeral Services will be
Tuesday July 8,2008 at 11:00 A.M. at the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811
Finley Drive Albion, Michigan with Rev. Earl Martin Officiating. Burial
will be at Albion Memory Gardens Cemetery, Albion, Michigan.
Mary Pauline Gaskell
 Mary
Pauline Gaskell, age 87, of Albion passed away Friday, July 4, 2008 at her
residence. She was born July 27, 1920 in Rydal, Kansas to Edward and Jennie
(Bowling) Fraser. She graduated from 8th grade rural school and
in 1938 from Norway High School, Norway, Kansas. She worked in sales until
moving to Michigan in 1946, where she worked at Albion’s Starr Commonwealth,
retiring as Secretary in the Computer Department. She was married to Hubert
Gaskell in 1962. They were active in many areas, including several Masonic
organizations, until his last illness, when Mary Pauline provided care for
him in their home for three years before he died January 5, 2001. She was a
member of the First Presbyterian Church of Albion for over 50 years,
attending church regularly and participating actively in the Women’s Circle.
She was also a member of the Albion Eastern Star and the Stella chapter of
Homer. She also served as Worthy Matron for 10 years. She was an active
member of the Albion Hospital Service League, and received a 25-year award
for her service to blood banks for the Red Cross. She also belonged to the
Albion American Legion Auxiliary and the wives of the Marshall Commandry.
She is survived by 3 step children Mary(Rod)Wright of Centreville, Virginia,
Bonnie(Steve) Perkins of Copley, Ohio, and Jon Gaskell of Clarkston,
Michigan.10 Grandchildren, 14 Great Grandchildren. 1 Sister
Norma(Stan)Gavette of Scottsdale, Arizona, and Brother Russell(Dora) Fraser
of Concordia, Kansas, and sister-in-law Elnora(Fraser) Whitney of
Scottsdale, Arizona. Nieces and Nephews Janet(Ken) Schmidt of Salina,
Kansas, Greg Fraser of Lincoln, Nebraska, Linda(Dave) Latham of Wentzville,
Missouri, Jenee Gavette of San Francisco, California, David Gaskell and
Marcia Mueller both of Battle Creek, Michigan. Besides her husband, she was
preceded in death by her Parents, and Brothers Dale, killed on WWII, and
Donald (Wilma) Fraser. Visitation for family and friends will be Tuesday
July 8, and Wednesday July 9, 2008 from 2:00-4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. at
the Finley Drive Chapel of the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, Inc. An Eastern
Star Service will be held Wednesday July 9, 2008 at 7:00 P.M. at the Funeral
Home. Funeral Services will be Thursday July 10, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. at the
J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, Inc.811 Finley Drive Albion, Michigan 49224 with
Rev. John Sterner officiating. Burial will be at Riverside Cemetery, Albion.
Assistance with memorial contributions to the First Presbyterian Church of
Albion is available at the funeral home.
Lola Benward
Lola Benward, age 83, of Albion, passed away
Wednesday July 2, 2008 at Tendercare of Albion. She was born August 18,
1924 in Albion, Michigan to Harry and Marie (Luskovich) Pohachuk. On March
5, 1943 she was married to Edward Benward in Alexandria, Louisiana. He
preceded her in death August 25, 1995. She has been a resident of Albion
all of her life and she was a Homemaker. She is survived by 2 Sisters
Marie Dean and Julia Ketchum both of Marshall. Besides her husband, she
was preceded in death by a Brother Alex Pohachuk and a sister Helen Leach.
According to her wishes, their will be no visitation and a Graveside
Funeral Service will be held Monday July 7, 2008 at Noon at Albion Memory
Gardens Cemetery with Rev. Earl Martin officiating. Assistance with
Memorial Contributions to Lifespan Good Samaritan Hospice is available at
the Funeral Home.
Victor
Buinowski
Victor Buinowski,
age 86 of Albion passed away Saturday, June 28, 2008. He was born April
14, 1922 in Albion, Michigan to Stanislaw and
Bronislawa (Ewasko) Buinowski. He was a member of Albion High
School’s State Championship basketball team in 1939. After graduating in
1940 he began working at Albion Malleable Iron Company. He was drafted
into the U.S. Army in 1942 and was a member of the 82nd
Airborne glider division during WWII. His division was sent first to
North Africa and went on to serve America in the European theatre. He
received decorations for his participation in Sicily, the Rhineland, the
invasion of Normandy on D-Day and the Battle of the Bulge. After the war,
he returned to work at Albion Malleable until his retirement. He enjoyed
camping with his family, bowling and NASCAR racing as well as membership
in the American Legion Post#55 and the VFW Post #9411. He is survived by
his children; Sue Cobley, Kenneth (Diane) Buinowski, Vicky (Doug) Neville
and Stephanie Buinowski; 12 grandchildren William Lazarus, Ellen Newman,
Deborah Lazarus, Michelle Slaughter, Robert Cobley, Christopher Cobley,
Kevin Buinowski, Emily Grogg, Jennifer Buinowski, Michael Neville, Vincent
Viola and Anthony Viola; 13 great grandchildren and 4 great great
grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Eleanor in 1997.
Visitation for family and friends will be Wednesday, July 2, 2008 from 2-4
and 6-8PM with a Scripural Wake at 6 PM at the Erie Street Chapel of J. Kevin Tidd
Funeral Home. Funeral service will be Thursday, July 3, 2008 at 10:00 AM
at St. John Catholic Church with Father Peltz officiating. Burial will be
at Fort Custer National Cemetery, Ross Twp., Michigan. Assistance with
the memorial contributions to Alzheimer’s Association is available at the
funeral home.
Kay
E. Vanderford
Kay E. Vanderford,
76, of Homer, passed away on Sunday, June 29, 2008 at her home
surrounded by her children after an extended illness. She is the widow
of Earl Vanderford. Kay was born in Homer on
May 5, 1932 to Earl and Marion (Sinclair) Miller. She was a Licensed
Practical Nurse and received her degree after raising her children. She
worked at several rest homes in the area. Kay was a member of First
Presbyterian Church in Homer. She enjoyed spending time with her
children and grandchildren. She was an avid collector of character dolls
and enjoyed attending flea markets and antique shows. Survivors
include: (1) daughter, Chris & Troy Green of
Rockport, TX.,
(2) sons,
Douglas Vanderford of Homer and Steve &
Caroline Vanderford of
Aransas Pass, TX, (3) grandchildren,
Johnna Vanderford
of Homer, Bryce Vanderford of Houston and
Brandon Veatch of Dallas, (3)
great-grandchildren, Mason Novess,
Brianna Mohn and
David Mohn all of Homer, (1)
sister, Pauline & George Glance of Brigham
City, UT, (2) brothers, Wayne & Nancy
Chapman of Battle Creek and David & Kellen
Chapman of Rocklin, CA. Cremation has taken place. A Private Graveside
Service will be held. There will be no visitation. Memorials are
suggested to Homer Presbyterian Church, Homer Community Foundation and
Good Samaritan Hospice. Arrangements by J. Kevin
Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion.
Adolf
F. Schmidt
Adolf F. Schmidt, 87, of Albion,
passed away on June 26, 2008 at Tendercare of
Albion. He was born December 16, 1920 in Waldenburg,
Germany to Johanas and
Lina (Rausenberger) Schmidt. On July
13, 1968 he married Faye A. Welburn who
survives. Adolf worked at Union Steel for 30
years as a machinist and for Felpausch Food
Center in Albion after retiring. He also worked for Schmidt Roofing and
Insulating in Battle Creek. Adolf came to the
United States in 1951, becoming a citizen in 1954. He was a member of the
Albion Eagles Lodge. He enjoyed playing cards. Survivors include:
wife, Faye A. Schmidt of Albion, (1)
stepson, David Baggett of Metropolis,
Illinois, (2) sisters,
Lina Schmidt of Waldenburg, Germany and
Margaret and Bill Mestemaker of Ocala,
Florida, (1) niece, Joanne and Bud Moe of
Marshall, and several other nieces and nephews
He was preceded in death
by his parents and three brothers Fred, Richard and Hans Schmidt.
A Graveside Service will
be held 2:00 PM Tuesday, July 1, at Albion Memory Gardens with Reverend
Dan L. Seng officiating. There will be no
visitation. Memorials are suggested to Albion Eagles Lodge.
Richard A. Wheaton
Richard A. Wheaton, 65, of Homer, passed
away on Monday, June 23, 2008 at Oaklawn Hospital in Marshall. He was
born in Marshall on November 28, 1942 to Robert W. and Thelma Mae (Thurow)
Wheaton. Richard served our country in the United States Army during the
Korean War. On November 21, 1964 he married Emily (Collins) who
survives. Richard worked as a set-up supervisor at Brooks Foundry for
over 20 years. He enjoyed old cars, yard work and fishing. He especially
enjoyed spending time with family. Survivors include:
wife Emily Wheaton, (2)
sons, Brian & Janet Wheaton of Sebring, FL and Richard A. Wheaton
II of Arcadia, FL, (1) sister, Maxine
Thompson of Jackson, (1) brother, Mayor
William & Lou Wheaton of Albion, several
aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews, (3) grandchildren
and (3) great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and
one brother, Robert. A Graveside Service will be held 1:00 PM Monday
June 30, at Riverside Cemetery in Albion, with Father Edward A.
Scully officiating. There will be no visitation. Memorials are suggested
to Homer Public Library. Arrangements made by J. Kevin Tidd Funeral
Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion.
Patricia W. Sorrick
Patricia W.
Sorrick, 86, of Albion, formerly of
Springport, passed away on Monday, June 23, 2008 at
Emerald Forest Assistant Living in Marengo Township. She was born
September 1, 1921 in Detroit to William and Eleanor (Patrick) Williams. On
July 6, 1943 she married Douglas Marshall Sorrick
who preceded her in death in July 1992. Patricia worked as a hospital
laboratory technician at Hayes Green Beach Hospital for 30 years in
Charlotte. She retired on October 20, 1984. She was a member of First
United Methodist Church in Albion. Patricia was also member of Crystal
Sailing Club in Crystal, Michigan. She enjoyed bowling, gardening and
canning. She was intelligent, independent, proud and made friends easily.
She will be sorely missed. Her survivors include: (1)
daughter, Freyja Davis of Albion, (3)
sons, Christopher Sorrick
of Alpena, Charles Sorrick of Rochester, MI
and David Sorrick of Omah,
NE, (1) brother Thomas Ray Williams of Panama
City, FL (6) grandchildren and (1)
great-grandchild. Along with her husband, Patricia was preceded in death
by her sister, Elizabeth Porter, and brother, Harry Bruce Williams. A
Memorial Service will be held 11:00 A.M. (Friday, June 27), at United
Methodist Church, Wesley Chapel, with Reverend Dwayne Bagley officiating.
Committal will be at a later date.
There will be no
visitation. Memorials are suggested to Albion District Library and Hospice
of Jackson & Oaklawn. Arrangements made by J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811
Finley Drive, Albion.
Shirley A. Carr
 Shirley
A. Carr, of Parma, passed away on Monday, June 16, 2008
at her family’s home at age 72. She was born
April 10, 1936 in Jackson to Lawrence and Ruth Wheeler. Shirley met and
married her loving and faithful husband William Carr on October 15, 1955
and was married for 48 years until his death in 2002. Shirley loved to
garden and was a homemaker who put her concern for her immediate and
extended family first, often above herself. There was nothing she
enjoyed more than to spend time with her sons and making trips to the
family place on Lake Michigan in Mackinaw City. She made her most recent
trip to Los Angeles with her son William to visit her two sons Larry and
Robert in January 2008, and the memory of that visit will always be
cherished in the minds of her three sons. Shirley was a member of
Crossroads Church and Ministries in Marshall. She touched the lives of
many during her life and will be greatly missed by her family and
friends. A special thank you to Anna Butler and her
daughters who cared for our mother and father over the past several
years. She is survived by (3) sons, William D. (Lori) Carr III of
Parma, Larry R. Carr and Robert J. Carr, both of Los Angeles,
California; and a granddaughter, Naomi Carr of Parma. She was preceded
in death by her parents, her loving husband, William D. Carr II, and her
brother, Dick Wheeler. A Funeral Service will be held 11:00 AM Friday,
June 20, 2008 at J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion.
Shirley will be laid to rest at Chapel Cemetery in Parma. The family
will receive friends for visitation on Thursday, June 19, from 5 – 8 PM
at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to Family Life Radio and
the Missions Fund of Crossroads Church.
Rowland
“Farmer” Cortright
Rowland
“Farmer” Cortright,
75,
of Spring Arbor, formerly of Springport, passed away on
Tuesday, June 17, 2008 at Arbor Manor Care Center in Spring Arbor. He
was born November 25, 1932 in Clarence Township to Ross and
Hulda (Favorite)
Cortright. “Farmer”
as he was fondly known, was a self employed farmer, excavator, and at
one time was a caretaker for Acreage in Lake City, Michigan, and as of
late a gentleman’s adventurer. He was a former school board member for
Clarence Center School and Springport Schools, former Clarence Township
Supervisor, and past President of Fraternal Order of Eagles. He was also
a former Bell-Clarence 4-H member and Leader, Farmers Home
Administration and Michigan Artificial Breeders Association
board
member. Survivors include: (1) daughter, Nancy
(Don) Cunningham of Sunfield (5)
sons, Michael (Roxanne)
Cortright of Dorr Rod (Michelle) Cortright
of Boyne City Randy (Amy) Cortright of
Madison, WI Larry (Jeanne) Cortright and
Brian (Deanna) Cortright all of Duck Lake
(1) sister Barbara (Don)
Seger of Elizabethtown, KY (1)
brother Derroll
Cortright of Duck Lake (14)
grandchildren , (6) great-grandchildren and
(1) great-great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral Service will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, June 21, 2008, at J.
Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion, with Reverend Jack
Fugate officiating. Interment will
follow at Clarence Center Cemetery. Visitation will be
Friday, June 20, from 6 – 8 PM at the funeral home. Memorials are
suggested to Parkinson Foundation or S.A.F.E.
Azayvion
Malik Richardson,
Stillborn
Azayvion
Malik Richardson,
Stillborn,
of Albion, passed away on June 15, 2008 at Oaklawn Hospital in Marshall.
His Survivors include:
mother,
Jerrica Richardson of Albion,
father,
Darius Cage of Albion,
grandparents, Regina Richardson of Albion, Vincent
Neely of Battle Creek, Sharonda Wilson and
Reaco Embry both of Albion,
great-grandparents, Frederick Richardson,
Peggie Cage, LeRoy
Cage, Terry Embry and Clemmie Scott, all of
Albion,
several aunts and uncles. A Graveside Service will be held 1:00 PM
Wednesday, June 18, at Albion Memory Gardens, with Reverend Donald
Phillips, III, officiating. There will be no visitation. Memorials are
suggested to Lewis Chapel A.M.E Church in Albion. Arrangements by J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley
Drive, Albion
Lawrence E. Haight
Lawrence E. Haight,
84, of Albion, passed away
on Monday, June 16, 2008, at Tendercare in
Albion. He was born May 5, 1924 in Albion to Roy C. and Lucy (Harmon)
Haight. On August 8, 1954 he married Ida
Lois Traver who preceded him in death on
March 18, 2006. Lawrence was a steel fabricator at T & S Equipment and
had also worked for Service Caster and Gay Toys Factory, all in Albion.
He was a member of Albion Free Methodist Church. He enjoyed walking and
listening to music of all types. Survivors include: (2)
sons, Alan Haight
(Anna McKay) and David & Shannon Haight, all
of Albion, (5) grandchildren and (1)
great-grandchild. In addition to his wife Ida, he was preceded in death
by two brothers, Roy and Don. Funeral Service will be held 1:00 PM
Thursday, June 19, at Albion Free Methodist Church, 1014 Maple Street,
Albion, with Reverend Robert Bolton officiating. Interment will follow
at Albion Memory Gardens. Visitation will be one hour prior to service.
Memorials are suggested to Albion Free Methodist Church. Arrangements
made by J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion.
Jadaenne
M. Studer
Jadaenne
M. Studer,
59, of Union City, formerly of Homer, passed away on Sunday, June 15,
2008 at Oaklawn Hospital in Marshall. She was born in Albion on December
3, 1948 to Solomon Floyd and Violet Elizabeth (Winchell)
Reynolds. On June 19, 1976 she married Stanley F.
Studer who survives. Jadaenne was a
homemaker and at one time worked at Homer Senior Center and had also
helped with Adult Foster Care. She was a Watkins dealer, a member of
Weight Watchers, Cook’s Prairie Baptist Church and Grace Freewill
Baptist Church. She enjoyed handcrafts. Survivors include: Her husband,
Stanley F. Studer
of Union City, ) sister, Betty
Mulkey of Homer, (4) brothers, Kenneth
Reynolds of Homer, Harley Reynolds of Litchfield, David Reynolds of
Olivet and
John Reynolds of Texas, (2) aunts, Grace Van Order
and Charlotte
Clark both
of
Albion, Several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and 1 brother Elmer. A
Visitation for Jadaenne will be Thursday, June 19, from 5:00 PM to 8:00
PM, at J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive,
Albion. Interment will be at Whig Center Cemetery at a later
date. Memorials are suggested to the family.
Lennie D. England
Lennie D. England, age 44,
formerly of Concord, died unexpectedly in Denver, Colorado.
He was born August 18, 1963 in Albion, Michigan to Bennie and Hazel
(Moore) England.
Lennie was a Concord High
School graduate. He has lived in Denver for 18 years and worked in lawn
care service as well as bar tendering. He made many friends over the
years and was a tournament champion in pool. He loved the outdoors,
camping whenever he could and going fishing.
He loved to go to Swains Lake laying out in the sun and visiting with
friends. Lennie is survived by 5
sisters and 2 brothers; Faye England of Spring Arbor, Linda (Lynn) Booth,
Lois (Mike) Butters and Danny (Sandy) England all of Pulaski, Carol
(David) Beem of Hillsdale, Lonnie (Theresa) England of Boca Raton, FL and
Sheila (Graham) Schoonover of Pevely, MO. He was preceded in death by his
parents and a brother Bennie Brooks England. According to his wishes,
cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation. A Memorial
Service will be held Saturday, June 14, 2008 at 11:00 AM at the Pulaski
Free Methodist Church with Pastor Mike Ortell officiating. Interment will
be at Horton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated
to help with the funeral expense. Arrangements Entrusted to
the Erie Street Chapel of J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 208 W. Erie Street,
Albion, MI 49224
Virginia Damron
Virginia Damron,
83, of Florida, formerly of Albion, passed away on Wednesday, June 4,
2008 at Peace River Medical Center in Port Charlotte, Florida. She was
born in Harold, Kentucky on June 2, 1925 to Willie and
Mallie (Moore) Patrick. On July 20, 1943 she
married Herbert Damron, Sr. who survives.
Virginia worked for De Soto County Sheriff
Department as a crossing guard in Arcadia. While living in Michigan, she
was a school bus driver for 21 years for Albion and Jackson Public
Schools and Mar Lee School District until her retirement. Virginia was a
member of First Baptist Church in Arcadia. She enjoyed crafts and
crocheting. Survivors include: Her husband, Herbert
Damron of Tennessee, (2) daughters,
Rhonda Allen of Tennessee and Phyllis Churchill of Arcadia, FL., (2)
sons, Marvin (Mary)
Damron of Marshall and R. Keith Damron
of Jackson, (1) sister, Pearlie Kelley of
South Carolina, (2) brothers, Edgar Patrick
of Ohio and Jimmy Patrick of North Carolina, (7)
grandchildren and (9) great-grandchildren and (1)
great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by (3) sons Darrell,
Charles and Herbert, Jr., (1) sister Aggie Jerrells
and (2) brothers Oliver and Alonzo Patrick. Funeral Service will be held
11:00 AM Monday, June 9, at J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley
Drive, Albion, with Reverend James Snyder officiating. Interment will
follow at Riverside Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday, June 8, from
2-4 PM at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested
toThe Gideons.
Patsy M. Wilbur
Patsy M. Wilbur,
80, of Albion,
passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2008 at Marshall Nursing and
Rehabilitation Community in Marshall. She was born in Albion on May 13,
1928 to Ward and Bessie (Burk) Swann. On April 5, 1947 she married
Harold Medford Wilbur who survives. Patsy worked for Albion Public
Schools as a bus driver for over 17 years. She was a member of Albion
Free Methodist Church where she taught Sunday school. She was also a
member of A. A. R. P. Patsy enjoyed camping and fishing. She especially
enjoyed her family. Survivors include:her
husband Harold M. Wilbur of Albion
(3)
daughters, Sara (Lewis)
McKim of Marshall, Martha “Marti” Wilbur of
Kalamazoo and Nancy Collier and Mark
Mohler of Albion, (5)
grandchildren and (4) great-grandchildren,
(2)
brothers, George Swann and Donald
Swann both of Jackson. She
was preceded in death by her parents, one brother Ward E. Swann and two
infant brothers.
Funeral Service will be held 2:00 PM Friday, June 6, at J. Kevin
Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion, with Reverend Charlotte
Ellison officiating. Interment will follow at Albion Memory Gardens.
Visitation will be from 6:00 – 8:00 PM Thursday, June 5 at the funeral
home. Memorials are suggested to Alzheimer’s Association or In House
Hospice of Kalamazoo.
Christopher
Delon Givens
Christopher Delon
Givens, 15,
of Albion, passed away on Friday, May 30,
2008, at his residence. He was born July 22, 1992 in Detroit to
Christopher Owensby and Tracy Givens.
Christopher was in the 9th grade at Albion High School. He
attended churches in the area. He enjoyed sports, especially
basketball. Christopher was deeply loved and will be missed by his
family, classmates and friends. Survivors include:
mother,
Tracy Givens of Albion,
father, Christopher
Owensby of Florida, (2)
sisters and (1) brother, Robin, Dominique and
DeAnngelo Givens all of Albion,
grandmother,
Darnella Owensby
of Detroit,
grandfather, Walter McCray of
Arkansas, aunt, Candice
Givens of Ohio,
several other aunts, uncles
and cousins. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Lorna
Givens. Funeral Service will be held Noon on Friday, June 6, 2008, at
Grace Temple Church of God In Christ, 711 Grace Street, Albion, with
Pastor Ramona Truss officiating. Visitation will be prior to the service
Friday from 11 AM to 12PM. Interment will be at Riverside Cemetery in
Albion. In lieu of flowers, Memorials are suggested to be sent to the
funeral home for expenses. Arrangements made by J. Kevin Tidd Funeral
Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion, 49224.
Betty L. Byrd
Betty L. Byrd, (affectionately known by her
students as “Ms. BB”) – Age 60, of Mississauga, Ontario, formerly of Albion,
passed away Thursday, May 29,2008 as the result of cancer. Betty was born on
February 6, 1948 in Albion, Michigan, the daughter of John H. Byrd and Nancy
(Bell) Byrd. After graduating from high school, Betty attended Western
Michigan University, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. She majored in Special
Education and received a Bachelor of Arts degree, and a Masters of Education
at Eastern Michigan University, in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Her love and
interest in teaching children with special needs reached a climax with more
than 30 years as an excellent educator and creative leader. Betty loved
music and enjoyed harmonizing whenever she sung. She had a passion for
dancing. Betty also found irresistible the venture to travel overseas. As a
people person she had a global outlook on life. Surviving are her mother
Nancy Byrd; children; Susan C. Byrd, Kevin R. Byrd, 6 grandchildren and 1
great grandchild, sisters; Maryan Byrd, Nancy Kay, Linda, Alicean, and
brothers; James, John Jr., and Charles, and brother-in-law Dewain; many
nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her father. The family will
receive friends at the Erie Street chapel of the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home
on Tuesday June 3, 2008 from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Funeral services will be
Wednesday June 4, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. at Bethel Baptist Church- Albion with
Apostle Tim Kurtz officiating, with the family hour from 12:00 to 1:00 P.M.
at Bethel Baptist Church. To leave personal messages to the family please
use:
http://bettybyrd.humanarchives.org
James Henry Nelson
James Henry Nelson, age 83, of Albion, passed away peacefully Tuesday May 27, 2008 at his residence. He was born June 14, 1924 in Pike County, Kentucky to Jay and Elizabeth (White) Nelson. He was married on May 30, 1949 to Mary Charles; they were happily married for 50 years before she preceded him in death on October 18, 2000.
James was a loving family man who had a great love for farming. He spent a great deal of time tending to his land and his animals. He had worked in the Coal Mines in Kentucky before settling in Albion in 1959.After retiring from Union Steel in 1985, he was able to devote almost all of his time to his farming, hunting, and helping raise his grandchildren.
He is survived by 3 daughters Peggie(Ed) Yates; Jane (Tom) Greer; and Kelly Nelson; all of Albion. 1 Son Nick (Liddie) Nelson also of Albion. He was a proud grandfather to Barbie Yates-Gaglio, James (Amy) Nelson, Jesse (Leslie) Nelson, Jennifer (Dustin) Riddle, and Rob Birchfield. He also had 6 Great Grandchildren Gavin, Quinn, and Rykin Nelson; Harper Gaglio, and Dylan and Keegan Riddle.1 Sister Pearlene Reed of Albion and a Special Nephew Roger Nelson of Tennessee.
Besides his wife, he was preceded in death by 4 Sisters Ivy McCoy; Polly Quesenberry;Cuba Reed; and Jurusha Nelson; and 1 Brother Arnold Nelson.
According to his wishes, Cremation has taken place and the family will receive friends at the Finley Drive Chapel of the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home on Friday May 30, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. A Memorial service will be Friday at Noon at the Finley Drive Chapel of J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home with Rev. Delmer Mann and Bishop Orban Mann officiating.
Shirley (June) Garfield
Shirley (June) Garfield of Duck Lake passed away peacefully on May 27, 2008 at the age of 91 at Oaklawn Hospital, while recuperating from a recent surgery. June was born at the family farm outside of Albion, Michigan on September 20, 1916, daughter of William Boyd Creps and Kate (Mann) Creps. She was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years David (Bunk) Garfield, sister Agnes Heath and brother Howard Creps.
June graduated from Albion High School at the age of 16, during the Great Depression. She felt fortunate to obtain a position as clerk at Albion Malleable Iron Company soon after graduation.
June and her husband David A. (Bunk) Garfield were married in Albion Michigan on September 14, 1937. June became a homemaker, caring for their three daughters as well as David's father, with whom they lived.
In 1950 June and Bunk moved the family to a home on the north end of Duck Lake, where they owned and operated Silver Beach Resort for many years. Vacations and leisure time, brief but well enjoyed, were trips to Chicago by train and season tickets to Detroit Lion football games.
Upon the sale of their business in 1978, June was able to explore interests in painting, bridge, writing, genealogy and local history. She served on the Clarence Township Historical Society, co-authored The History of Clarence Township and wrote her personal memoirs. June and her family were instrumental in renovating the family-owned 1883 Duck Lake Schoolhouse, now a recognized Michigan Historical Site. She took pride in the fact that Greenfield Village in Dearborn, Michigan features a building belonging to country doctor Alonzo Howard, her great grandfather.
June is survived by 3 daughters, Catherine Cole (Zane) of Valparaiso, Indiana, Sarah Cool (Ken) of Duck Lake, Michigan and Mary Mahler (Ron) of Albion, Michigan and 8 loving grandchildren; Susan Hall, Anne Decker, Mike Cool, Julie Golding, Amy Welch, Jennifer Davlin, Steve Davis and James Davis. The joy of June's life was her "Greats," the 14 great grandchildren: Jessica, Colin, Tommy, Julia, Jeff, Jill, Katie, Allie, Sarah, Anna, Ellie, Gabriella, Jacob and Emily.
The family will receive friends and community members on Friday, May 30, from 3 - 5 and 7 - 9 PM at J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive in Albion. There will be a private service and burial.
Contributions in June's memory to the following charities are suggested in lieu of flowers: Special Olympics Michigan Area 24 (Bud Dodson, Director, 106 High Street, Scottsville, MI 49454) or S.A.F.E. (Springport Area Foundation for Education) Box 83, Springport, MI 49284.
Venda Ruth Holcroft
Venda Ruth Holcroft, age 90 of Albion was welcomed into heaven, on Tuesday May 22, 2008 where she met her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ face to face and was reunited with her loving husband ,daughter, and brothers and sisters. She was born February 3, 1918 in Barnard, Kansas to William Edgar and Winifred Anna (Scholer) Richardson. She was married to Warren Holcroft on April 5, 1941 in Napoleon, Ohio. He preceded her in death July 7, 2007.
She was a graduate of Barnard, Kansas High School; she was a former employee of Union Steel during the war. She started working for the Michigan Crippled Children in 1962-1963. She was a homemaker and worked at the Polling office in Albion; She was a lifelong member of the First Baptist Church in Albion, and very active in its organizations. She was also active in Camp Fire Girls, the Albion P.T.A., and loved her gardening and flowers at her house on North Clinton Street.
She is survived by a son Don (Brenda) Holcroft of Yale; two daughters Deanna (Don) Ehnis of Brooklyn and Donna (Robert) Drenth of Kalamazoo; eight grandchildren; Nine great grandchildren; two sisters Wilma Wright of Willamina, Oregon and Carmen (Carlton) Foster of Cottontown, Tennessee. She was preceded in death besides her husband by a daughter Mary Ann; two Brothers Wayne and Darrell and 3 sisters Edith, Mabel, and Avis.
Visitation for family and friends will be Monday May 26, 2008 from 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. at the Erie Street Chapel of the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Tuesday May 27, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. at the First Baptist Church of Albion with Rev. Barry Jones officiating. Burial will be at Riverside Cemetery in Albion.
Assistance with memorial contributions to: First Baptist Church of Albion or Gideon Bibles is available at the funeral home.
Arrangements by the Erie Street Chapel of the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home
208 West Erie Street Albion, Michigan 49224
Robert W. "Bill" Huckfeldt
Robert W. "Bill" Huckfeldt, 64, of Homer, passed away on May 21, 2008 at his residence. He was born February 19, 1944 in Albion to Otto George and Marian E. (Beam) Huckfeldt. On May 18, 1968 he married Rose M. Holden who survives. Bill worked at Eaton Corporation for 30 years as a machinist. He had also worked for Homer Community Schools. For about 10 years ran Huckfeldt Small Engine Repair. Bill was a member of the National Guard, U.A.W and St. Joseph Valley Old Engine Association. He enjoyed camping, old cars, repairing and engineering small equipment. Survivors include:
wife, Rose M. Huckfeldt of Homer
(2) sons, Robert & Lisa Huckfeldt of Albion and Scott & Dawn Huckfeldt of Homer
(2) foster sons, James Gene Fraley of Litchfield and Time Gene Fraley of Homer
(2) grandchildren,
(1) sister, RoseAnn "Sue" McGillis of Albion
(1) brother, George Otto Huckfeldt, Olivet
He was preceded in death by his parents and one daughter.
A Memorial Service will be held 1:00 PM Saturday May 31, at J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion, with Reverend Mike Hicks officiating. Family will greet friends one hour prior to service. There will be no visitation. Memorials are suggested to Homer Alumni Association.
MARY MAGLENE RISNER PEACE
Former Albion resident Mary Maglene Risner Peace, 82, died May 9, 2008 in Las Cruces, NM where she had resided since 2004. She is survived by her daughter, Penny Peace and Penny's good friend, George Ivolin, both of New York City, son Barry Peace and grandson, Casey Peace, both of Las Cruces, NM, sisters Jean Mills, Concord, MI, and Myrtle Mosher, Conroe, TX, and numerous nieces and nephews. She is also survived by the Maria Alcantar family of Las Cruces, NM who cared for and loved her, as a mother and grandmother.
Mary was born April 4, 1926 in Carey, Ohio to the late James Risner and Emma Jane Adams. She was raised and went to school in Albion, and met her future husband, the late Col. David A. Peace, when he was on leave from the Navy during World War II and she was employed at Lonergan Manufacturing. After many years as an Army wife and after the death of her husband in 1980, Mary moved back to her beloved Albion where she was employed as a lab technician at Albion Community and Trillium hospitals.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by sisters Clora Prater and Lora Kendall, and brother Vernie Risner.
Mary was a loving, kind, and generous woman. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends.
The family invites family, friends, and community members to gather in the First United Methodist Church, Wesley Chapel, 600 E. Michigan Ave. (entrance on Oswego), Albion College, for a celebration of her life Saturday, June 7 at 11:00 A.M.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the First United Methodist Church "House by the Side of the Road" fund, 600 E. Michigan Avenue, Albion, MI.
Arrangements by J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion.
Peggy Semon
Peggy Semon, age 67, of Homer, passed away May 24,2008 at Best Care Living Center in Marshall. She was born November 24, 1940 in Vanlear, Kentucky to Sherman and Fanie (Robinette) Abshire.On December 3, 1961 she was married to Thomas Semon in Ranger, West Virginia, who preceded her in death January 28, 1993.
She came to Homer in 1961, Besides being a homemaker, she worked at Primaneer Manufacturing in Jonesville, the five and dime store and Allens Department Store both in Homer, and she also delivered Meals on Wheels in Homer. She enjoyed crocheting, making Baskets, gardening, playing cards, and her Grandsons.
She is survived by 2 daughters Sheila(John) Klingaman of Marshall and Pam(Brandon) Robinson of Homer; 3 Grandsons Josh Robinson, Tyler and Derek Klingaman; 2 Sisters Joyce Hatfield of Windham, Ohio and Myrtle Sigman of Orlando, Florida. 1 Brother Alfred"Bubby" Abshire of Ranger, West Virginia.
Besides her husband she was preceded in death by 1 brother Jack Abshire and a sister Emma Jean Hall.
Friends and family may call at the Finley Drive Chapel of the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home on Tuesday May 27, 2008 from 2:00 - 4:00 and 6:00 - 8:00 P.M.
Funeral Services will be Wednesday May 28, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. at the Finley Drive Chapel of the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home with Rev. Mark Mitchell officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery- Homer.
Assistance with Memorial Contributions to: Lifespan-Good Samaritan Hospice is available at the Funeral Home.
Elizabeth A. Rogers
Elizabeth A. Rogers, age 81, of Homer, passed away Saturday May 24, 2008 at her residence. She was born December 8, 1926 in Memphis, Tennessee to Jim and Bessie Anderson. On June 8, 1948 she was married to Lewis W. Rogers in Hardy, Arkansas. He preceded her in death August 2, 2007.
She has been a resident of Homer for 48 years; she was a homemaker and enjoyed quilting, and stripping and refinishing furniture.
She is survived by a Granddaughter Erika Cortright of Homer; 1 Son in law James E. "Eric" Cortright of Homer; 2 sisters Opal Gordon of Houston, Texas and Mary Crowe of Memphis, Tennessee. Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by 2 daughters Elizabeth Kay Rogers and Lou Beth Cortright.
According to her wishes, Cremation has taken place and their will be no visitation. A Memorial Graveside Service will be held Monday June 2,2008 at 1:00 P.M. at Fairview Cemetery in Homer with Rev. Adrian Rosa officiating.
Assistance with Memorial Contributions to: Southern Care of Jackson is available at the Funeral Home.
Joann Collins
Joann Collins, 54, of Albion, passed away on Friday, May 23, 2008 at Foote Hospital in Jackson. She was born in McDowell, Kentucky on August 9, 1953 to Leonard and Linda (Mullins) Compton. Joann was a resident of the area for most of her life. She worked as a nurse’s aide at Green Gables Adult Foster Care in Albion. Joann enjoyed playing Bingo. Her Survivors include:
(3) daughters, Joann Necole Collins of Albion,
Sherry (Rickie) Walker and Jennifer (Daniel) Walker both of Marshall,
(9) grandchildren
(5) sisters Madgie Bryant of Albion, Maxie Perry and Alberta DeLander both of Garrett, Indiana,
Roselee Stanley of Kentucky and Vickie Clabaugh of Kendallville, Indiana,
(5) brothers, James, Willie, Russell and Ronnie Compton all of Albion and Bill Compton of Garrett, Indiana
She was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers, Tracey, Luther and Thomas.
Funeral Service will be held 1:00 PM Thursday May 29, at J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion, with Reverend Earl Martin officiating. Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Albion. Visitation will be from
10:00 AM until time of service.
Robert W. “Bill” Huckfeldt
Robert W. “Bill” Huckfeldt, 64, of Homer, passed away on May 21, 2008 at his residence. He was born February 19, 1944 in Albion to Otto George and Marian E. (Beam) Huckfeldt. On May 18, 1968 he married Rose M. Holden who survives. Bill worked at Eaton Corporation for 30 years as a machinist. He had also worked for Homer Community Schools. For about 10 years ran Huckfeldt Small Engine Repair. Bill was a member of the National Guard, U.A.W and St. Joseph Valley Old Engine Association. He enjoyed camping, old cars, repairing and engineering small equipment. Survivors include:
wife, Rose M. Huckfeldt of Homer
(2) sons, Robert & Lisa Huckfeldt of Albion and Scott & Dawn Huckfeldt of Homer
(2) foster sons, James Gene Fraley of Litchfield and Time Gene Fraley of Homer
(2) grandchildren,
(1) sister, RoseAnn “Sue” McGillis of Albion
(1) brother, George Otto Huckfeldt, Olivet
He was preceded in death by his parents and one daughter.
A Memorial Service will be held 1:00 PM Saturday May 31, at J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion, with Reverend Mike Hicks officiating. Family will greet friends one hour prior to service. This will be no visitation. Memorials are suggested to Homer Alumni Association.
Evelyn I. Blain
Evelyn I. Blain, 90, of Tekonsha, formerly of Homer, passed away on Tuesday, May 20, 2008 at Marshall Nursing and Rehabilitation Community. She was born in Calumet, Michigan on August 6, 1917 to Daniel and Ulrica (Kaikkonen) Tyvela. In October 1945 she married Charles J. Blaine who preceded her in death on October 26, 1968. Evelyn was a homemaker and a Homer resident since 1958. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Albion and a Life Member of Ladies Auxiliary VFW #9411 in Homer. She enjoyed attending the Senior Center in Homer. Survivors include:
(3) daughters, Diane & Richard Youells of Kalamazoo, Barbara & David Woods of Tekonsha and
Judith & Charles Hatcher of Williamsburg,
(1) son, William Doe of Battle Creek,
(15) grandchildren and several great-grandchildren
She was preceded in death by her parents, one daughter Donna Thompson, grandson Jeffery Thompson, step-grandson Michael Woods and eleven brothers and sisters.
Funeral Service will be held NOON Friday, May 23, at J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion, with Pastor David Boedecker officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Homer. Visitation will be one hour prior to service. Memorials are suggested to Donor’s Choice
Donald A. Piepkow
Donald A. Piepkow, 55, of Springport, passed away on Monday, May 19, 2008 at Tendercare in Marshall. He was born May 12, 1953 in Albion to Bernard O. and Joyce Rose (Drinkwater) Piepkow. On December 16, 1975 he married Ruby K. McKenzie who preceded him in death on October 28, 2006. Don worked for Norm Haas Farm, Lindberg Heat Treat, John R. Howell, Specialty Castings and Century 21. He also served as a volunteer firefighter for Springport/Clarence Fire Department for 28 years. In his free time he enjoyed farming, hunting, fishing and playing with his grandchildren. His survivors include:
(2) sons, Donald Dwight & Brandi Piepkow and Rusty Piepkow, both of Springport, and
(1) daughter, Sheryl “Renae” Piepkow and Jerry of Jackson,
(7) grandchildren, Jay, Jimmy, Dusty, Ashley, Kasi, Chloe and Emma,
his parents, Bernard & Joyce Piepkow of Springport,
(6) brothers, his twin Ronald & Bonnie Piepkow,
Russell, Raymond & Helen, Elmer & Judy Piepkow all of Springport,
Butch & Debbie and Lyle & Tammy Piepkow both of Albion,
(1) sister, Rosemary & Ray White of Plant City, FL.,
(2) sisters-in-law, Maggie and JoAnn,
(3) brothers-in-law Chester, Walter and Homer.
Several uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins.
(2) favorite dogs, Daisy and Boots.
He was preceded in death by his wife Ruby of 32 years, two aunts Eloise and Doris, one uncle Bill, his grandparents, sister-in-law Mary, mother-in-law Pearl and father-in law, Homer.
Funeral Service will be held 1:00 PM Thursday, May 22, 2008, at J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion, with Reverend Bob Doner officiating. Visitation will be the same day of service from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM. Memorials are suggested to the Grandchildren.
Melvin J. “Mel” McCune
Melvin J. “Mel” McCune, 83, of Jackson, passed away on Saturday, May 17, 2008, at his residence. He was born on May 7, 1925 in Whittaker, Michigan to Merrill and Lola (Darrow) McCune. On May 12, 1946 he married Barbara Shifkey, and she survives. Since 1955, Mel was the owner of Mel’s Auto Sales, a used car dealership. At one time he worked as a used car manager at the Ford Dealership in Albion. He was a member of Elks Lodge in Albion. He enjoyed his Golden Retrievers, golfing, boating and summers at Duck Lake. Survivors include:
Wife, Barbara McCune of Jackson
(1) daughter, Sherry McCune of Jackson
(1) son, Dennis & Valarie McCune of Seminole, FL
(3) grandchildren and (2) great-grandchildren
He was preceded in death by his parents, (2) sisters (1) brother.
According to his wishes, a private Graveside Service was held at Riverside Cemetery in Albion. Memorials are suggested to Hospice of Jackson & Oaklawn. Arrangements by J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion.
Albirta Williams
Albirta Williams, 97, of Albion, passed away on May 14, 2008 at Tendercare in Albion. She was born in Mansfield, Louisiana on April 6, 1911 to Booker and Beulah (Brock) Jackson. She married Huey Williams in the mid-1940’s who preceded her in death in 1984. Albirta was a homemaker. She attended Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church where she served as a mother and a missionary. She was a charter member of the Mary Bethune Chapter Number 18 of the Eastern Star. She enjoyed baseball, golf, quilting and gardening. Albirta especially enjoyed her family and her friends. Survivors include:
(2) sons, Verl Williams of Albion and Earl & Frances Williams of Jackson,
One granddaughter, Hillary J. Williams and two step-granddaughters, Melonie & Anna Parker,
Special nieces, Althea Johnson of Albion, Betty Johnson of Kansas City, MO,
Mildred Jones and Hattie Smith, both of Mansfield, LA,
Special sisters-in-law, Willie Mae Johnson of Albion and Visel Nervis of Redford Township,
and a host of other nieces, nephews, friends and neighbors.
She was preceded in death by her husband, two sisters and seven brothers.
Funeral Service will be NOON Monday, May 19, at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, 1010 Chauncey St., Albion, with Pastor Charles E. Magee officiating. Interment will follow at Albion Memory Gardens. Family Hour will be 11:00 AM until time of service at the church. Arrangements made by J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion, 49224.
Jerry M. Smith
Jerry M. Smith, age 70, of Albion, passed away unexpectantly Sunday May 11, 2008 at Foote Hospital- Jackson. He was born January 27, 1938 in Lackey, Kentucky to Samuel and Nevalee (Fitzpatrick) Smith. On December 31, 1979 he was married to Sharon Clark in Jackson, Michigan.
He has been a resident of Albion since 1975. He is a graduate of Stockbridge High School, and a U.S. Army Veteran. He had worked at Jackson Drop Forge, and Goodyear Tire and Rubber in Jackson before going to work for General Motors in Lansing as a Millwright, retiring in January of 2007. He was also self-employed as a farmer and horse trader.
He is survived by his wife Sharon of Albion; A son Bryan(Beth ) Denbrock of Marshall; 2 Grandsons James and Tyler Denbrock of Marshall; 1 Brother Irvin(Mary) Smith of Munith; 1 Sister Helen Adams of Hanover.
He was preceded in death besides his parents by Siblings Sally Ann, Tramble, Joe, Margaret, Thelma, Carmel, and Annette.
Friends and Family may call at the Erie Street Chapel of the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home on Wednesday May 14, 2008 from 2:00 – 4:00 P.M. and 6:00 – 8:00 P.M... Funeral Services will be Thursday May 15, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. at the Erie Street Chapel of the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home. Burial will be at Albion Memory Gardens Cemetery.
Assistance with Memorial Contributions to: The Heart Association is available at the Funeral Home.
Arrangements by the Erie Street Chapel of the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home
208 West Erie Street Albion, Michigan 49224
John Henry Huber
John Henry Huber, 90, of Albion, passed away on May 5, 2008 at Tendercare in Albion. He was born August 11, 1917 in Corning, New York to Harold and Alice (Stevens) Huber. In 1944 he married Dorothy W. (Winchester) who survives. He attended Alfred University in New York where he received a Bachelors of Arts Degree in Science.
John served our country in the U.S. Army during WWII and was in combat during the Battle of the Bulge. Later he served in the National Guard. He worked as a ceramic engineer for Corning Glass in New York and came to Albion in the early 1950’s to help start the Albion factory. He lived in Pittsburgh, PA for a time where he was very active as a scout’s leader, returning to Albion in 1983. John was a member of First United Methodist Church and was very active in community affairs. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge in Albion, Knights Templar, and Scottish Right. He received a perfect attendance certificate as a Rotarian. He was involved with the Salvation Army and was a founder of Albion Interfaith Ministries (A.I.M). John was very charitable man. Survivors
Include.
Survivors include:
wife, Dorothy Huber, Albion
daughter, Judith & Tom Mecouch of Mifflinburg, Pennsylvania
sons, David Huber of Albion
John & Janice Huber of Troy
Steven & Susan Huber of Southfield
Daniel & Deborah Huber of Clifton Park, NY
(11) grandchildren and (1) great-grandchild.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister Marjorie Huber and a brother, William Huber.
Burial and Military Honors for John will take place at 1:30 P.M. Friday, May 16, at Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta. There is no visitation. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, May 17, at Wesley Chapel with Reverend Dwayne Bagley officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to First United Methodist Church in Albion. Arrangements by J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion.
Henry C. Hardin
Henry C. Hardin, age 80, of Albion, passed away Sunday May 4, 2008 at the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He was born October 28, 1927 in Fayetteville, Tennessee to Henry and Loraine (Statten) Hardin. He has been a resident of Albion for over 50 years. He was an Electrician at the Albion Malleable; and he drove ambulance for the Albion Ambulance Service. He was a member of the Lewis Chapel A.M.E. Church in Albion; and he was a member of the Albion V.F.W. Post # 3672.
He is survived by 2 Daughters Delores Jones Pagler of Bangor, Michigan; and Sheila Jones (Carl) Hunt of Albion. He was preceded in death by a daughter Joeann Jones Hale and 3 sisters.
According to his wishes, Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held Friday May 9, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. at Lewis Chapel A.M.E Church- Albion with the Rev. Donald L. Phillips III officiating.
Arrangements by the Erie Street Chapel of the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home
208 West Erie Street Albion, Michigan 49224
Robert W. Grant
Robert W. Grant, 85, of Albion, passed away on May 3, 2008, at Tendercare in Albion. He was born July 9, 1922 in Bono, Ohio to Merton and Mamie (Sharp) Grant. He served our country in the United States Army during WWII. Robert was wounded in France in 1945. He was Sergeant with Company A-314th Infantry Regiment. During his military service he received the Silver Star Medal, Purple Heart, Good Conduct Medal and the European African Middle Eastern Service Medal with 4 Bronze Stars. Robert was second assistant engineer on the steamer ship called Sam Laud. He was licensed by the U.S. Coast Guard as first assistant engineer of steam and motor vessels. He was an avid reader and enjoyed walking to get exercise. Survivors include his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers and sisters.
A Graveside Service will be held at 1:30 PM Tuesday, May 6, at Fort Custer National Cemetery, Augusta, where Robert will be honored with a Military Service. Memorials are suggested to Oaklawn Hospital in Marshall. Arrangements made by J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion.
Joan R. (Powers) Miller
Joan R. (Powers) Miller, age 77, of Albion, passed away Saturday May 3, 2008 at Tendercare of Marshall. She was born July 23, 1930 in Battle Creek, Michigan to Thurston Teft "Tiny" and Ruth Mapes (Russell) Powers of Newton Township. On August 6, 1950 she was married to Marion Miller.
She Graduated from Lakeview High School in 1949. She has been a resident of Albion all of her married life on the family farm in Albion Township .She was a Nurses Aide /Hostess at Albion Hospital. Her memberships and activities include Silver Dance Club, member of the Albion Square Dance Club, Albion Garden Club, DAR, Modern Home Ec, South Albion Women's Club, Howell Community Club, President of the Hospital Service League, Chairman of Hospital Service League Charity Ball, Supporter of the Festival of the Forks, Meals on Wheels, TV Hostess Albion Hospital, Member of St. Paul Lutheran Church-Albion, St. Paul Lutheran Church Congregational Hostess, Friendship Leagues- Lutheran Church, 4H Leader/Judge Junior Farm Bureau, Supporter of Home Grange, Supporter of the Amazing Corn Harvest Festival, Charter Member of American Agriculture Movement, MI Centennial Farm Organization, 50 year member MI Milk Producers Assoc, Homer Historical Society, MI National Farm Organization. Her children and grandchildren were the light of her life. She was very involved and supportive of all of their activities. After she retired, she enjoyed traveling to Alaska, Hawaii, and the Rose Bowl.
She is survived by her husband Marion of Albion; 3 Sons Chuck ( Paula) Miller; Curt(Karen) Miller and Chris Miller all of Homer3 Daughters Cindy (Jerry ) Irvin of Homer; Carol Miller of Marshall; and Connie ( Charlie) Clines of Battle Creek. 11 Grandchildren Amy Hackworth, Heather(Miller) Hammond, Kristen Miller, and Jennifer Miller all of Homer; Rebecca(Miller) Fry of Union City; C.J. Shoemaker, Chrystal Shoemaker, and Chelsea Shoemaker all of Augusta; Michael Hackworth of Florida; Alicia Clines and Cole Clines of Battle Creek. 1 Great Grandson Austin Hackworth of Homer.1 Sister Barbara (Powers) Brown of San Diego, CA.
Besides her parents she was preceded in death by a daughter Cathy (Miller) Shoemaker.
Visitation for Family and Friends will be Wednesday May 7, 2008 from 2:00 -4:00 P.M. and 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. at the Finley Road Chapel of the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Thursday May 8, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Paul Lutheran Church-Albion with Rev. Dan L. Seng officiating.
Assistance with Memorial Contributions to: St. Paul Lutheran Church is available at the Funeral Home.
Arrangements by the Finley Road Chapel of the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home
811 Finley Drive Albion, Michigan 49224
Manford E. Wilson
Manford E. Wilson, age 76, of Homer, passed away Thursday May 1, 2008 at Oaklawn Hospital, Marshall. He was born August 2, 1931 in Belle Fourche, South Dakota to Victor E. and Olive E. (Paasch) Wilson. He was Married to Linda Moore in January of 1949.
He has been a resident of the area for 14 years; He was a C.N.A, a miner for Borax and Gold, worked at Kaiser Aluminum in Denison, Texas, and a School teacher in South Dakota for a number of years.
He is survived by 2 Sons Victor P. (Eden) Wilson of Portland, Texas; and Vern L. (Sandy) Wilson of Charlotte, North Carolina. 1 Daughter Paula J. (Rob) Towery of Homer. 11 Grandchildren Mary Cris Wilson, Victor P. Wilson Jr., Heather Delanei, Jeffrey Spritz, Tracy West, Megan Spritz, Meghan Towery, Melissa Towery, Shane Towery, Michaela Towery, Gavin Towery; 5 Great Grandchildren Lillian Collins, Tatiana Hollibaugh,Kayla McMurtrie, Cody Delanei, and Lucas Delanei; 2 Sisters Jessie Wilson of Joplin, Wyoming; and Vickie(Paul) Patterson of Belle Fourche, South Dakota.
He was preceded in death by a Sister Bessie Mungle and his stepmother Helen Wilson.
Friends and Family may call at the Erie Street Chapel of the J.Kevin Tidd Funeral Home on Monday May 5, 2008 from 2:00 -4:00 and 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. Funeral Services will be Tuesday May 6, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. at the Erie Street Chapel of the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home with Rev. Robert Doner officiating. Burial will follow at Hicks Cemetery, Penfield Township, Michigan.
Assistance with Memorial Contributions to: Parkinson's disease is available at the Funeral Home.
Arrangements by the Erie Street Chapel of the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home
208 West Erie Street Albion, Michigan 49224
Linda Kay (Sweeter) Underwood
Linda Kay (Sweeter) Underwood, age 61, 0f Albion, passed away Thursday May 1, 2008 at her residence. She was born April 10, 1947 in Albion to N.R. Ernest and Gwendolyn Marie (Sharrar) Sweeter. On August 10, 1974, she was married to Frederick William Underwood in Albion, Michigan.
She has been a resident of the area all of her life, she was a 1966 Graduate of Washington Gardner High School. She was a bookkeeper for J.C. Penney Store in Albion until its closing and later was a Homemaker; she was a member of the First Presbyterian Church and the Christ Apostolic Church both in Albion. She enjoyed painting.
She is survived by her husband Frederick W. of Albion; 1 daughter Peggy (Eric) Johnson of Jackson; 1 Son Thomas Underwood of Albion ;3 Grandchildren, Her Mother Gwendolyn M. "Peg" Sweeter of Albion , 1 Brother Terry(Mindy) Sweeter of Albion. 3 Nieces, 4 Nephews, 5 Great Nieces and 3 Great Nephews. She was preceded in death by her Father.
Family will receive friends at the Finley Road Chapel of the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home on Sunday May 4, 2008 from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. Funeral Services will be Monday May 5, 2008 at 3:30 P.M. at the Finley Road Chapel of the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home with Rev. Walt Nichols Jr. officiating.
Assistance with Memorial Contributions to the family towards Funeral Expenses is available at the Funeral Home
Arrangements by the Finley Road Chapel of the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home
811 Finley Drive Albion, Michigan 49224
Charles E. "Chuck" Cypret
Charles E. "Chuck" Cypret, age 60 of Springport passed away Thursday, May 1, 2008 at his residence. He was born July 22, 1947 to Charles Bell and Oweda (Foster) Cypret. On November 19, 1988 he was married to Nancy Kreger in Springport.
He was a resident of Eaton County and Calhoun County all of his life. He was a Vietnam Veteran with the US Marine Corp. Chuck drove Semi's for Quality Carriers and Manfredi Motor Transit. He was an excellent woodworker, loved his dogs, loved yard work, golf, NASCAR and stockcar racing, hunting, shooting guns, traveling, camping, casino's and weight lifting.
Chuck is survived by his wife Nancy Cypret of Springport; three sons Todd (Lori) Cypret of White Pigeon, Jason Cypret of Albion and Aaron Cypret of Chelsea; a daughter Nicole (Dale) Harris Jr. of Horton; stepson Michael Jacoby of Horton; three grandchildren Austin Lack, Kaitlyn Harris and Cody Cypret; two sisters Geraldine "Gerri" Whitmore of Battle Creek and Shirley Kilgore of Albion. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister Phyllis Murphy and a stepdaughter Sherry Jacoby.
Visitation for family and friends will be Sunday, May 4, 2008 from-4-9 PM at the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion. Funeral Service will be Monday, May 5, 2008 at 1:00 PM at the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion with Pastor Robert Doner officiating. Burial will be at Clarence Center Cemetery, Springport, MI.
Assistance with memorial contributions to the Lung Cancer Foundation is available at the funeral home.
Arrangements by J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion, MI 4922
Dale F. Cooper
Dale F. Cooper, 94, of Marshall, formerly of Homer, passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2008, at Whispering Meadows in Marshall. He was born October 13, 1913 in Clarendon Township to Fred and Clarabel Cooper. Dale was a farmer and also worked for Eaton Corporation and drove truck for 17 years. He also worked in the milling department at Albion Malleable from where he retired. Dale attended West Eckford Missionary Church. At one time he sang in a barbershop quartet.
He is survived by his cousins.
He was preceded in death by his father, and his mother and stepfather, Clarabel and Albert Southwell.
Funeral Service will be held 11:00 AM Monday, May 5, 2008, at J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 208 W. Erie Street, Albion, with Pastor Mark Mitchell officiating. Visitation will be prior to the service Monday from 10 - 11 AM. Interment will be at West Clarendon Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Homer Area Community Foundation.
Nancy Jean Allen
Nancy Jean Allen, 54, of Concord, passed away on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at Bixby Hospital in Adrian. She was born in Jackson, Michigan on June 14, 1953 to LeRoy M. and Elizabeth (Martin) Ley. Nancy worked as a beautician. She was a graduate of Concord High School. She enjoyed NASCAR, gardening, canning and playing in pool tournaments. Nancy especially enjoyed her grandchildren. She is survived by:
(2) daughters, Diana McGinnis of Florida and Donnita Hickox of Jackson,
(1) son, Dustin Allen of Brooklyn,
(3) grandchildren
her mother and stepfather Betty & Don Russell of Concord,
(5) sisters Susie Bentley of Albion, Sharlen Herrera and Linda Brigham both of Concord,
Kathy Haney of Jackson and Marjorie Kuboff of Manchester,
(5) brothers, Gary Ley of Litchfield and Alan, Robert, Samie and Rodney Ley all of Concord,
Step-sisters and step-brother, Denise Nellis of Parma, Shelly Clark of Tekonsha,
Beth Ann Benhke of Bronson and Don Russell, Jr., of Ohio
She was preceded in death by her father, LeRoy M. Ley.
Funeral Service will be held 3:00 PM Saturday, May 3, at J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion, with Reverend Melany Chalker officiating. Interment will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery in Concord. Visitation will be from 1:00 until time of service. Memorials are suggested to American Heart Association.
America Clemons
America Clemons, 96, of Albion, passed away on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at Tendercare in Albion. She was born on March 20, 1912 in Breathitt County, Kentucky to Willie and Rebecca (Camel) Prater. In 1942 she married Kelly Clemons who preceded her in death approximately 28 years ago. America was a homemaker and was a member of Church of Deliverance in Homer. She enjoyed keeping her home, gardening and walking. Survivors include:
(1) sister, Rosie Pugh of Knox, Indiana and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by (4) sisters, Dulcine Clemons, Laura Richie, Elizabeth Bailey and Elvira Fugate, (3) brothers Edward, Jerry, Stuart Prater.
Funeral Service will be held 1:30 PM Friday, May 2, at J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Dr., Albion, with Albion, with Reverend Jr. Saylor officiating. Interment will be at St Joe Cemetery immediately following the service. Visitation will be Thursday, May 1, from 2-4 PM & 6-8 PM at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to Donor’s Choice
Robert W. Douglas
There will be a Graveside Service for Robert W. Douglas, 75, of Homer, who passed away on March 13, 2008. It will take place at 11:00 AM Saturday, May 3, at Fairview Cemetery in Homer. Arrangements by J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion.
Betty Jane Thacker
Betty Jane Thacker, age 72 of Homer passed away Monday, April |
