Joyce E. Lendzion, age 83, of Howell, formerly of Sterling Heights, died peacefully Sat. March 6, 2010.  She was born Sept. 20, 1926 in Topeka, Kansas to Elmer J. & Effie Marie (Bodine)Son.  She was a secretary at Ross Operating Valve in Troy.  Surviving are her son: Steven(Janice) and 7 Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Arnold in 1980, Sons: Clifford and Frank and sister: Marlys.  Services 1:00PM Monday at St.Agnes Catholic Church, Fowlerville with Fr. James Lothamer officiating.  Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Detroit.  Visitation: 11:00AM-12:30PM Monday Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel.  www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Mathew Mitchell Cieslinski, of Howell, infant son of Michael & Lori (Mitchell) Cieslinski, died Friday, March 5, 2010 at U of M Hospital.  He was born Dec. 1, 2009. He is survived by his parents, Grandparents: Michael & Bunny Mitchell and Mike & Melinda Cieslinski,  aunts:Emily & Michelle  Funeral Services:  2:00 PM Tues at Niblack Funeral Home with Fr. James officiating.  Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemtery, Fowlerville.  Visitation: 5-7 Monday  at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel, Fowlerville    Lothamer

John A. Wheeler, age 81, died Wed. March 3, 2010. He was born Dec. 25, 1928 in Detroit.  He married Dorothy Wheeler, who died in 1989. John then married Rose Letwinski in Indiana in 1990.  He owned the Horseshoe Bar and the Wrangler and was a member of St.Agnes Catholic Church, VFW and the American Legion. He was a veteran of the US Army. John was a great father and liked to have fun. Surviving are his wife Rose, 5 children: Nicholas (Nancy) Letwinski of Croswell, Connie Letwinski of Lake Charles,LA, Bonnie Morgan of Milton, Florida, Kathy (Larry) Organek of Sterling Hgts, Betty (Larry) Goniea of Howell, sister: Kathleen Smith of Scottsdale,Az., 4 grandchildren: Keane Organek, Eric Organek, Nichole (Gordon) Carpenter, Michelle Letwinski,  and 1 greatgrandchild: Michael Joseph Soule.  Services 1:00PM Sat. March 6 at the Niblack Funeral Home,Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Fr. James Lothamer officiating.  Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Visitation 2-4 & 6-8PM Friday March 5. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Karen L. Masten, age 57of Howell, died Wed. Feb. 24, 2010. She was born Jan. 2, 1953 in Detroit to Ernest & Vera (Deaven) Taylor and married Rick Masten in Northville in 1983. She was a rural mail carrier for the Fowlerville Post Office, retiring in Oct. 2009. She respected her job at the Post Office. Karen was a very loving person who put everyone else before herself. Surviving are her husband Rick, 3 children: Kimberly, Rick and Sarah, 6 brothers & sisters: Sherry (Scott) Phinney of Howell, Carol Taylor of Fowlerville, Denise Taylor of Howell, Lowell (Luanne) Taylor of Brighton, Dolly Varney of Howell and Gloria Bird of Fowlerville and many nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents and brother Dave Taylor and sister Sandy Jewett.  Services 1PM Sat. at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Tim Flickinger officiating.  Interment in Greenwood Cemetery.

Walter E. Petsch, age 82, of Webberville, passed away Tues. Feb. 23, 2010. He was born March 16, 1927 in Yale, was a veteran of the US Army in WWII,Walter enjoyed playing cards at the Williamston Senior Center and  playing his harmonica and singing in the choir at Oak Grove Methodist Church.  He worked at Oldsmobile for 23 years, retiring in 1989.  He is survived by his wife of 57 years: Jean, daughter: Patricia (Phillip) Arbour of Perry, Siblings: Dorothy Holmes of Brighton, Lorraine (LeRoy) Saunders of Harrison, Grandchildren:Kenneth (Stacie) Ramay, Kimberly Ramay, Anthony,Mindy,Tonya and Ashley Arbour, 5 Great-Grandchildren: Kaelyn,Sydney,Kenadie,Aeries and Kaleb. He was preceded in death by his Parents:Walter and Emily Petsch, sister: Hildred and Adeline, Brother: Bert and his daughter Bonnie and son-in-law: Harry Ramay. Services 11AM Friday at Oak Grove United Methodist Church with Pastor Chong Won “Joy”.    Visitation 2-4  & 6-8 Thursday at the Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel.  Interment in Greenwood Cemetery.

Frederick J. Hackett, age 60, of Fowlerville, died Sun. Feb. 21, 2010.  He was born June 21, 1949 to Frederick Sober Hackett and Kathleen (Boomer) Hackett and married Marie Childs on June 28, 1975.Fred owned the Keg & Cork Party store in Fowlerville, was a veteran of the US Army and was a member of St. Johns Lutheran Church. He coached 8th grade & Varsity basketball and loved bowling and golf.  He loved his granddaughters.  Surviving are his wife Marie, 3 children: Fred (Sara) of Okemos, Kyle (Mariah) of Linden and Carrie (Josh) Moulton of Fowlerville, 2 granddaughters: Eliana & Mckenna, parents: Frederick S. & Kathleen of Livonia, sister Kathleen Vaughn of Highland, 2 nieces and 2 nephews.  Services 11AM Wed. Feb. 24 at St. Johns Lutheran Church with Pastor Mike Konow officiating.  Interment at Greenwood Cemetery.  Vistation 2-5 & 6-8 PM Tuesday at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel.  Memorial contributions may be made to Fowlerville Athletic Boosters or St. Johns Lutheran Church Youth Center.

Margaret H. K. Risdon, age 82, of Fowlerville, died Sun. Feb. 14, 2010.   She was born Aug. 26, 1927 on the family farm in Conway Twp. to Ernest H. & Bernice M. (Finlan) Bessert.  She was a 1946 graduate of Fowlerville High School and married Arlin R. Risdon, who preceded her  death in 1996. Margaret was the Food Service Manager for Fowlerville Schools for many years. She was a member of St. Johns Lutheran Church.  Margaret loved her grandchildren & greatgrandchildren. Surviving are 3 children: Jane Risdon-Zeeman of Fowlerville, Keith (Karen) Risdon of Howell and Brian (Sandy) Risdon of Monroe, NC, 8 grandchildren,14 Greatgrandchildren, 3 brothers: Max Bessert,  Harold Bessert and Rev. Ronald Bessert.  She was preceded in death by her husband Arlin and a brother: George Bessert.  Services 10AM Wed. Feb. 17 at St. Johns Lutheran Church with Pastor Michael Konow officiating.  Interment in Greenwood Cemetery.  Visitation 2-4 &6-8 PM Tues. Feb. 16 at the Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel.  Memorial contributions may be made to St. Johns Lutheran Church.  www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Michael K. Ammon, age 53, of Webberville, died Sat. Feb. 13, 2010.  He was born June 14, 1956 in Pontiac to Lawrence & Garnette (DeRainville) Ammon and married Donna (Cottongim) in 2003.  He was a concrete finisher, had a huge heart and loved to fish & hunt, both gun & bow.  He also did leatherwork and was an excellent cook, especially wild game.  Surviving are his wife Donna, 2 children: Daron & Kylie, Father: Lawrence, Step-children: Jessica, David & Mark,  Grandchildren:Aaralyn, Hope, Michael, Jonathon, Ella, Ashton, Ava, Chase & Logan.  Brother: Lawrence Jr. Sister: Linda, many nieces and nephews and greatnieces andgreatnephews.  He was preceded in death by his mother: Garnette and his grandparents.     Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home Dillingham Liverance Chapel, Fowlerville.  www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Maria Turska, age 95, of Ann Arbor, died Wed. Feb. 10, 2010 in Ann Arbor.  She was born July 22, 1914 in Poland.  Surviving are 3 daughters: Jadwiga (Murray) Yaco of Ann Arbor, Krystyna Podwysocka of Ann Arbor, Barbara Minta of Poland, 4 grandchildren: Marguerite (Nils) Jacobson, Magdalena Minta, Marek (Erin) Minta, Wojciech Podwysocki, Greatgranddaughter: Molly Minta .  She was preceded in death by her husband: Aleksander Turski in 1977.  Services 12:30PM Sat. Feb. 13, 2010 at St. Agnes Catholic Church, Fowlerville with Fr. James Lothamer officiating.  Interment in Forest Hill Cemetery, Ann Arbor.  Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home,  Fowlerville  www.niblackfuneralhome.com

 

William E. Rambo, age 77, of Fowlerville, died Mon. Feb. 8, 2010.  He was born July 7, 1932 in Lansing to Harold & Eva (Robinson) Rambo and married Martha Marilyn Miller in Hastings in 1952  Mr. Rambo was a custodian and crossing guard at Fowlerville Schools.   Surviving are his wife Martha, 2 sons: Billy of Cheboygan and Jim (Lisa) of Powell,Ohio 5 grandchildren: Pat, Mike, Josh, Taylor Noelle and Matt, 12 grandchildren, 2 brothers: Thomas  and John, 3 sisters in law:Connie Garner-Dunn, Bonnie Rambo and Carol Rambo.   He was preceded in death by his son: Mike and brother: Ben.. Services 11:00 Friday Feb. 12 at the Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Rev. Karen Janoschka officiating.  Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation 4-7PM Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.  www.niblackfuneralhome.com

 

Cecil D. Sanders Jr., age 67, of Williamston, died Tues. Feb. 2, 2010.  He was born March 13, 1942 in Howell to Cecil D. & Jessie (Challis) Sanders and married Nancy (Rich) in Howell on April 28, 1962.   He was a member of Fowlerville First United Methodist Church and the Howell Methodist Church.  Surviving are his wife Nancy, 2 children: Christine  K. (Bret) Beaudry of Harrison Twp. And James of Webberville, 2 grandchildren: Robin & Bret Jr., sister: Dorothy Summers of Florida.  He was preceded in death by his parents and sister: Betty Wegner.  Memorial services 11AM Friday Feb. 5, 2010 at Fowlerville First United Methodist Church with Pastor Tom Tarpley officiating.  Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph Mercy Hospice.  Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel

 

Mildred L. Couturier, age 70, of Williamston, died Mon. Feb. 1, 2010 at home.  She was born Dec. 5, 1939 in Redford to Leo & Mildred (Gehl) Brennan and married Richard Couturier in Dearborn Heights on May 9, 1959.  She was a Master Gardner and a member of St. Marys Catholic Church in Williamston.  Surviving are her husband: Richard, children: Kimberlee Couturier of Williamston, Rick (Elizabeth) of Holt and Rob (Suzanne) of Williamston, 11 Grandchildren and 2 greatgrandchildren, 4 sisters: Beverly (Joe)Buchalatto, Gayle (John) Dutchak, Pamela (Bill)Greishaus and Colleen (Tom) Griffiths.  She was preceded in death by 2 brothers: Bob Brennan and Tommy Brennan.   Services 11:30AM Wed at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Fr. Peter Clark officiating. Visitation will be held at the Church from 4-8PM Tuesday and 10:30AM until service time Wednesday  Arrangements by Niblack Funeral Home   www.niblackfuneralhome.com

John P. Douglass, age 63, of Fowlerville, died Sunday Jan. 31, 2010.  He was born  March 12, 1946 in Howell to Stirling and Dorothy (Eckhart) Douglass. He was a 1964 graduate of Fowlerville High School and was an electrician by trade for 46 years with the International Brotherhood of Electrical workers, the last 25 years with General Motors until his retirement in July 2009.  He loved sports, and was an avid fan of the Fowlerville Gladiators and Michigan State University.  He was a member of the Boy Scouts during his youth. He loved to spend time with his children & Grandchildren. He married Debra Hughes in 1977.  Surviving are his wife Debra, 6 children: Teresa (Mike) Katlin of Howell, John II (Kelli) of Fowlerville, Nick (Wendy) of Fowlerville, Kyle (Jason) of Grand Rapids, Zack (Kris-Tina) of Fowlerville and Tyler of Fowlerville, 8 grandchildren: Michael Katlin, Amanda Katlin, Meghan Douglass, Elijah Douglass, Parker Douglass, Kennedy Douglass, Kaley Douglass and Kellen Douglass, Mother: Dorothy, sister: Jaquelyn MacKay of Ontario, brother: Jerry (Jackie) of Howell, Aunts: Bobbie Eisele and Helen (Dick) Reyhl, many cousins and nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his father: Stirling and daughter: Melissa. Services Noon Wed Feb. 3, at 
,Fowlerville United Brethren in Christ Church, with Pastor Bill Blue officiating. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. 

 

George W. Whitehead, age 87, of Webberville, died Thurs Jan. 28, 2010 at Eaton Hospice in Charlotte.  He was born July 14, 1922 in Webberville to Grover & Ione (Weaver) Whitehead. He married Ila Mallett in Perry on Sept. 10, 1944, she preceded him in death in 1978.  George was a custodian for Webberville Public Schools.  Surviving are 2 children: Grover (Wilma) of Webberville and Linda (Anthony) Verducci of Georgia, 4 grandchildren: Ryan, Jared & Gina Whitehead and Kamra (Michael) Jackson, 2 Step-granddaughters: Lisa (Scott) Bernard & Darcel (Robert) Schouler and 5 greatgrandchildren,   He was preceded in death by his wife Ila and 2 brothers: Dorr Van Sickler and Sylas Van Sickler.  Services 11AM Mon. at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Paul Damkoehler of Webberville United Methodist Church officiating. Interment in Webberville Cemetery. Visitation 2-4 & 6-8 PM Sunday. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Eaton Community Hospice

Ruth E. White, age 96, of Howell died Fri, Jan. 22, 2010.  She was born April 16, 1913 on the family farm in Fowlerville to August & Mary (Hart) Ruttman.  She was a 1930 graduate of Fowlerville High School and married Ernest Leslie White,on Dec. 14, 1935, he preceded her in death in 1959. Ruth was an accountant for the State of Michigan at Hillcrest and loved the cabin at Higgins Lake that she & Leslie built. She was active in St. Johns Episcopal Church, where she served on the ECW, Altar Society and Vestry, was a member of Fowlerville O.E.S.#277. Her family was very important to her.   Surviving are daughter Marilyn Wilkinson of Fowlerville. 4 Grandchildren: Heather (Gordon) Yue, Les Wilkinson, Steve (Judy) Wilkinson and Andrew (Maylene) Wilkinson, 5 greatgrandchildren and brother: Robert(Lydia) Ruttman and many nieces & nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents, step-mother: Julia, Sister: Celia Lounsbury, brother: Frank Ruttman, son-in-law: James Wilkinson and greatgrandson: Maison Wilkinson. Visitation 2-4 & 6-8 PM Monday Jan. 25 at the Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel. Memorial Service 11AM Sat. Feb. 13, 2010 at St. Johns Episcopal Church, Howell with The Rev. Susan Carter officiating.   Interment in Greenwood Cemetery, Fowlerville.  Memorial contributions may be made to Eaton Community Hospice or St. Johns Episcopal Church.www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Hollie Junior Meadows, 83, of San Bernardino, California and formerly of Fowlerville, Michigan, passed away on December 28, 2009 following an extended illness from the effects of a stroke. He had been a residence of the Valley Healthcare Center where he had been well cared for and loved by his nurses and his roommate. Donald, for the past several years.
He was born on September 29, 1926 in Princeton, West Virginia to Leota and Hollie Meadows, you will be missed by all.
Hollie worked years for several manufacturing companies in Michigan before moving with his wife to California in the 80’s. He was a big part in daughter Pam's and son-in-law Mario's business and in their children's lives.
In addition to his parents, his wife of 58 years, Myrtle Lowe Meadows; his daughter, Patricia Meadows; his brothers Bill and James Meadows, and his sister Lavella Pettrey preceded Hollie in death. Hollie is survived by his daughters; Linda Gifford of Flint, MI; Connie Warne of Atlanta, GA; Pamela Gomez of Grand Terrace, CA; Jackie Green of Redlands, CA; his sons; Jay Meadows of Reno, NV; Gary Meadows of Houston, TX and Darryl Meadows of Ranger, GA with all of their spouses and his 10 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren; Survivors also include 4 of his 8 siblings and all their progeny living in the Princeton, WVA vicinity; his sisters and half-sisters, Elsie Brookman, Francis Bowling and Evelena White; and his half-brother Benny Ferguson.
It was his request to be cremated. Memorial service is planned for January 30, 2010 Saturday at 1 PM
at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham-Liverance Chapel with Pastor Matt Johnson officiating .
Arrangements by Niblack Funeral Home
www.niblackfuneralhome.com
Sr. After living his teenage and young adult life in Princeton and following a stint in the Navy, Hollie and his wife, Myrtle, moved their family in the 50’s to Michigan; first to Fenton and then to Fowlerville, where they lived for over 25 years. Hollie used his vast carpentry skills to continue remodeling and expanding the family home to accommodate his eight children and their growing families. In addition to being an avid hunter, a gardener and lover of his many four-legged friends, he was also a good father, husband, grandfather and friend to many. Papo –
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Daniel Thomas Casady, age 60, formerly of Howell, passed away peacefully on Sun Jan. 17, 2010.  He was born Dec. 11, 1949 in Lansing and resided in Grand Ledge, Michigan. He was a 1968 graduate of Howell High School and attended Ferris State University, he served in the National Guard and retired from GM Proving Grounds in 2002.  Surviving are his son: Brandon of Hartland, Mother: Clara of Lansing, Sister: Cheryl Scott of Lansing, 3 brothers: Thomas (Jane) Herlihy of New Hampshire, Michael of Lansing and Patrick (Karen) of Dexter; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.  He was preceded in death by his father: Elton in 1992.  Visitation 2-4 & 6-8 Friday Jan. 22 with Funeral Mass 10AM Sat. Jan 23 at St. Agnes Catholic Church with Fr. James Lothamer ss officiating. Memorial Contributions to Society of St. Vincent De Paul . www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Ilene M Monroe, age 73, of Fowlerville, died Tues. Jan. 12, 2010.  She was born March 26, 1936 in Howell to Henry & Bessie (Harrison) Phillips. She married Shirley “Red” Monroe in Fowlerville on Nov. 20, 1953. She was a homemaker and the “glue” of the family.  Surviving are her husband: Red, 7 children: Stephen A. of Alaska, William Henry of California,, Charles E. of Brighton, Linda Parks of Fowlerville, Michele R. Morse of Clio, Benjamin L. of Bancroft and James M. of Perry, 25 Grandchildren and many greatgrandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her daughter: Cynthia, her parents and 11 brothers & sisters.    Arrangements by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel, www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Thomas D. Moore, age 73, of Fowlerville, died Sat. Jan. 9, 2010. He was born Oct. 8, 1936 in Butternut, Mich. and married Norma  Cardinal in Stanton on Jan. 30, 1955. He was
An Industrial Management Consultant and was a  member of Fowlerville First United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife, Norma, 2 sons: Kirt of Grand Rapids and Chris (Jennifer) of Cincinnti, 5 grandchildren: Corinne, Jessica, Cody, Jacob and Isaac, 2 greatgrandchildren: Caleb & Brooklyn, 3 sisters: Bonnie Harrington, Patsy Stone and Kate Delano and brother Chester Worden.  He was preceded in death by his parents: John & Lattrell (Cheek) Moore, 3 brothers and 2 sisters. Services 11AM Wed at Fowlerville First United Methodist Church with Pastor Tom Tarpley officiating.  Visitation from 2-4 & 6-8 Tuesday at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel.  Memorial  contributions may be made to Fowlerville First United Methodist Church.

Susan J. (Miller) Hargrove, age 62, of Haslett, died Friday, Jan. 8, 2010.  She was born Aug. 29, 1947 to Halsey & Mary Lou (Worsfold) Miller.  She was a 1965 graduate of Fowlerville High School and 1969 graduate of U of M. She married Dwight J. “Jack” Hargrove on April 26, 1968.  Surviving are her husband: Jack, Son: Todd (Mary Lou) of East Lansing, 2 grandchildren: Collin & Matthew, siblings: Carol Kirkland of Oklahoma, Ron (Alice) Miller of Howell, Jon  (Michelle) Miller of Fowlerville, Nancy Majtyka of Brighton, Judy (Joe) Wise of Mason and Halsey “Bud” (Barb) Miller of Williamston, many nieces & nephews and grand nieces and grand nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents, brother: Robert Miller and brother-in-law: Howard Majtyka. A memorial visitation will be held from 2:00 PM to 6PM Sat. Jan. 16, 2010 at the Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel,Fowlerville. www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Michael G. Kelly, age 63, of Fowlerville, passed away January 1, 2010 in Howell.
Visitation, Tuesday 10am until 1pm with the funeral service immediately following at Niblack's Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel.

Ronald R. Rife, age 73, of Fowlerville, died at home Thurs. Dec. 31, 2009.  He was born March 25, 1936 to Herman & Jenny Rife.  He married Patricia McKnight at St. Agnes Catholic Church, she survives. Ron owned RTB builders, was a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church and the NRA. Surviving are his wife Pat, 5 Children:Ronald (Tammy Walz) Rife, Deborah  Childers, Rose (Dan) Eckert, David (Trish) Rife, and Anne (Jerry) Baker,20 Grandchildren, 10 Greatgrandchildren brother: Bill (Bev) Rife and sister: Donna Judd and many nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his daughter: Jill and son: Todd and sister: Norma Beemer.  Services 11AM Wensday at St.Agnes Catholic Church with Fr. James Lothamer officiating.  Visitation from 9AM until 11AM at Church. Memorial contributions may be made to Diabetes Assc. or Autism Society.  Arrangements by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel www.niblackfuneralhome.com

LaRainne F. Jones, age 91, of Fowlerville, died Mon. Dec. 28,2009 in Lansing. She was born Oct. 6, 1918 in Waverly,Iowa to Arthur & Barbara (Tiggeman) Stewart and married Sam D. Jones in Duluth on Sept. 5, 1942, he preceded her in death in 1968. She owned LaRainne’s Studio of Dance in Fowlerville for 25 years, taught at U of M and was a member of  National & local dance councils. Surviving are 2 daughters: Sandra Boyd of Okemos and Sheri (Duane) Starkey of Fowlerville, 5 grandchildren, 6 greatgrandchildren, and 6 greatgreatgrandchildren, sister Darlene Page of Iowa. Services 1:00 PM Sat. Jan. 2, 2010 at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel, where visitation will be held from 11:30 until service time Saturday.

Steven W. Lako, age 44, of Fowlerville, died at home Wed., Dec. 23, 2009.  He was born April 17, 1965 in Howell. His parents are Michael & Donna (Wolverton) Lako . He married Mindi J. Hodgins at Trinity United Methodist Church on June 21, 1986. He loved to farm, enjoyed tractor pulling and NASCAR and he loved working with his hands. Surviving are his wife Mindi, daughter: Chelsey,Parents:Mike & Donna, brother Brent, 2 sisters: Jennifer (Clark) Olrich and Michelle Pichler, grandmother: Polly Austin and many nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his grandparents and special cousins: Lori and Luke.  Visitation 2-4 & 6-8 Monday, Dec. 28 at the Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel.  Funeral Services 11AM TuesdayDec. 30, 2009 with PastorTodd Perroud officiating.

Clarence “Dick” Meyer, age 90, of Fowlerville, died Friday, Dec. 18, 2009 peacefully at home.  He was born Dec. 5, 1919 in Glendorf, Ohio to Herman F. & Paula (Karhoff) Meyer.  He married his beloved sweetheart ,Elouise Swartz on Aug. 30, 1941, she preceded him in death on Feb. 4, 2007.  He was a dairy farmer and a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church, where he was an usher for over 40 years.  Surviving are 2 daughters: Darlene Littlejohn and Diane (Harmon) Zuck, 5 grandchildren Lori (Kevin) Byrnes,Patty (Den) Green, Walter (Kristy) Littlejohn,Kim (Jim) Kapp, Steve Zuck and 12 great-grandchildren , Brother-in-law Charles (Louie) Stringham and his sister: Agnes Fredenburg.  He was preceded in death by his son: Dick James, 3 sisters and 3 brothers.  Services 11AM Tues. at St. Agnes Catholic Church with Fr. James Lothamer officiating.  Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 2-4 & 6-8 PM Monday at the Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel.

Ethel Maurice “Marie” DePue, age 75, of Webberville, died Friday Dec. 18, 2009.  She was born Aug. 18, 1934 in Phenix City, Ala. To Benjamin F. & Nora (Cone) Moore. She married Frederick DePue, Sept. 5, 1951 and he preceded her in death on Dec. 7, 1989.  She retired as a baker at Michigan State University and loved music and dancing.  Surviving are 2 daughters: Marsha Stewart of Perry and Kathy McGowan of Webberville, son: David of Webberville,  6 Grandchildren and 12 greatgrandchildren, 2 sisters: Betty Buxton of Fowlerville and Dot Gaye of Alabama.  She was preceded in death by her son: Gary, Greatgranddaughter: Maddie.  Services 11AM Wed at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Tim Flickinger officiating.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home from  6-8 Tuesday.

Clarence H. “Dick” Meyer, age 90, of Fowlerville, died Friday, Dec. 18, 2009 at home.  He was born Dec. 5, 1919 in Glendorf, Ohio to Herman F. & Paula P. (Karhoff) Meyer.  He married Elouse Stringham on Aug. 30, 1941, she preceded him in death on Feb. 4, 2007.  He was a dairy farmer and a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church, where he was an usher for over 40 years.  Surviving are 2 daughters: Darlene Littlejohn and Diane (Harmon) Zuck, 5 grandchildren and 12 greatgrandchildren and his sister: Agnes Fredenburg.  He was preceded in death by 3 sisters and 3 brothers.  Services 11AM Tues. at St. Agnes Catholic Church with Fr. James Lothamer officiating.  Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 2-4 & 6-8 PM Monday at the Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel.www.niblackfuneralhome.com    

Martin V. Brock, age 74, of Fowlerville, died Wed. Dec. 16, 2009at home.  He was born Oct. 29, 1935 in Beverly, Kentucky  to Zack R. & Minnie (Miracle) Brock.  He married Dorothy Brock on Dec. 17, 1960.  Mr. Brock worked at the Ford Wixom Plant for over 30 years. Surviving are 7 children: James Roark, Brenda Ford, Joe (Cindy) Saylor, Martin  Brock, Zack (April) Brock, Dottie (Chris) Hath and Effie Brock, his mother: Minnie Brock, 19 grandchildren and 19 greatgrandchildren, 4 sisters: Leta, Sue, Maxine & Gelena. He was preceded in death by his son: Bill, Daughter: Cora and Granddaughter: Laura, father: Zack,  Brother:Amon and sister: Norma Jean. Services 11AM Sat  at Niblack  Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Tim Flickinger of Fowlerville United Brethren in Christ Church officiating.  Interment in Greenwood Cemetery.  Visitation 2-4 & 6-8 PM Friday

Robert A. “Bob” Branch, age 86, of Webberville, went home to his wife “Ruthie” for Christmas on Tues. Dec. 12, 2009 in Avon Lake, Ohio.  He was born July 8, 1923 in Brighton.   Bob was a 1941 graduate of Webberville High School and served in the US Army in WWII.  He owned the Bell Oak Store, Williamston Convienence Store, Branch’s Food Store in Fowlerville, Grand Motel in Fowlerville and Wishing Well Motel in St. Ignace.  Bob was a member of Webberville Masonic Lodge #485 and the Orson A. Rose American Legion Post. He was married for 59 years to Ruth E. Sober, she preceded him in death in 2006. Beloved father of 4 children: Jack (Becky) of Texas, Roberta (Steve) Moore of Alabama, Dr. David (Colleen) of Avon Lake, OH and Joann (Walter) Fetgatter of California, 15 Grandchildren and 9 Great grandchildren, 2 brothers: Richard Branch of Webberville and Lynwood Branch of Cement City.   Services 11AM Friday at Webberville United Methodist Church,  visitation 6-8 PM Thursday at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Paul Damkochler officiating.  Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. A special thankyou to Avenue Assisted Living of Avon Lake, Ohio for their loving care and creating a place he called “Home” www.niblackfuneralhome.com

 Patricia Golden, of Howell, age 70, went to be with the Lord on Mon. Dec. 14, 2009 in Howell.  She was born Feb. 17, 1939 to Joseph & Helen (Serwa) Wojcik. She was an administrative assistant for a promotional travel company and a member of Fowlerville United Brethren in Christ Church. She was preceded in death by her husband: Richard, brother: Robert Wojcik and sister Elizabeth Wojciechowski.  Surviving are daughters:  Cindy Isenhoff of Pinckney and Debbie (Mark) Lang of Fowlerville, 2 granddaughters: Jessica (Derick) Clayton and Brittany Lang, brother: Christopher Wojcik of California . Memorial services Will be held  Wednesday, Dec. 16 at 2:30 PM  at Fowlerville United Brethren in Christ Church with Pastors Tim Flickinger and Jeff Reser officiating.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Fowlerville Family Impact Center.   Arrangements by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Francis “Frank” Hill, age 52, of Fowlerville, died Sun. Dec. 13, 2009 in Ann Arbor.  He was born Sept. 20, 1957 in Garden City He owned Hill’s Sporting Goods Store and loved to fish & hunt. He was survived by his wife Debbie and 5 children:Shawn of Lennon, Jeanette (Marc) Lamacchia of Tampa, Dustin of Mt. Pleasant, Ryan of Wixom and Troy of Fowlerville, 2 grandchildren: Victoria and Taylor, parents: Frank Hill of Howell and Pat Sefa of Athens, Kentucky and sister: Brenda Hill.   Services 11AM Wed at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor . The family will receive friends from 2-4 & 6-8PM Tuesday at the funeral home.  Interment in Greenwood Cemetery.

George E. Davis, age 70, of Fowlerville, died Tues. Dec. 8,  2009 in Ann Arbor.  He was born March 4, 1939 in Leslie to Howard F. & Georgina R. (Wolfe) Davis.  He was a 1957 graduate of Fowlerville High School, a veteran of the US Army and married Rose Daly on June 25, 1966. George was a well know horseman and a member of the Michigan Harness Horseman Hall of Fame. Surviving are his wife: Rose , Daughter: Julie (Mark) Austin of Fergus, Ontario, son: Steve (Cindy) of Fowlerville, 2 grandchildren: Paige Austin & Paula Austin, sister: Helen Brown and sister in law: Hazel Davis. Mother in law: Myrtle Daly, brother in law: William (Carolyn) Daly, 2 sisters in law: Fran Smith and Shirley Daly many nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by 3 brothers: Howard Jr., Arnold and LaVerne and sister: Winifred Jones.   Services 11AM Sat. Dec. 12, 2009 at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with  Pastor Tim Flickinger officiating interment in Greenwood Cemetery.Memorial contributions may be made to the Fowlerville Family Impact Center or Gleaners Food Bank.  www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Craig C. Colston, age 50, of Fowlerville, passed away Sat. Dec. 5, 2009 in Lansing.  He was born May 31, 1959  in Toledo to Gene & Barbara (Betson) Colston and married Mary Sutts in Temperance on May 4, 1979. Craig was a Professor at Cleary University and owned Total Systems Support.  He was a member of Fowlerville United Brethren in Christ Church and a board member of Camp Living Waters in Luther, Mich. Surviving are his wife Mary, 2 sons: Christopher (April) and Matthew, daughter: Emily, 2 grandchildren Brayden & Carter, his father: Gene (Betty) 2 brothers: Jeff (Frances) and Scott (Kelley) and several nieces & nephews.  He was preceded in death by his mother: Barbara.  Services 1:30PM Wed. at Fowlerville United Brethren in Christ Church with Pastor Tim Flickinger officiating.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Camp Living Waters (www.camplivingwaters.org) Visitation 6-8 Tuesday at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel and 11:30 to 1:30 Wednesday at Fowlerville United Brethren in Christ Church.

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Johnnie E. McClain, age 58, of Mooresville, North Carolina, formerly of Fowlerville, died Dec. 1, 2009 in North Carolina.  He was born Jan. 6, 1951 in Mooresville, NC to John & Frances (Cornelius) McClain.  He was a 1970 graduate of Fowlerville High School and married Linda Richardson Sept. 17, 1973, she preceded him in death June 11, 2003. He was employed with VCF in Howell and was a member of Mason Road Baptist Church.  Surviving are his parents: John & Frances, 3 brothers: Don (Connie), Kenneth (Patricia) and Thomas and several nephews.  Visitation 6-8PM Monday Dec. 7, with services 11AM Tuesday, Dec. 8 at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Mark Jones of Mason Road Baptist Church officiating.  Interment in Greenwood Cemetery  www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Dorothy L. Pattison, age 77, of Howell, died Fri. Dec. 4, 2009 at home.  She was born Jan. 22, 1932 in Detroit to Roger & Emily (Clausey) Bohn. She was married to Robert Pattison, who preceded her in death in 2004.   Surviving are her 5 children: Roger Little of Fowlerville, Mark Little of Wisc., Joan Cleaver of Sterling Heights, Don Little of Rose City and Stacey Pattison of Mt. Pleasant, 5 grandchildren and 3 greatgrandchildren and her friend and caregiver; Alice Prevost.  She was preceded in death by her brother: Jack Bohn.  Memorial services will be held 11AM Mon. Dec. 7 at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel, Fowlerville with Pastor Carl Landt officiating. Dorothy’s passions were for her family and her dogs, in Lieu of flowers  memorial contributions may be made to the local Humane Society or ASPCA. www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Johnnie E. McClain, age 58, of Mooresville, North Carolina, formerly of Fowlerville, died Dec. 1, 2009 in North Carolina.  He was born Jan. 6, 1951 in Mooresville, NC to John & Frances (Cornelius) McClain.  He was a 1970 graduate of Fowlerville High School and married Linda Richardson Sept. 17, 1973, she preceded him in death June 11, 2003. He was employed with VCF in Howell and was a member of Mason Road Baptist Church.  Surviving are his parents: John & Frances, 3 brothers: Don (Connie), Kenneth (Patricia) and Thomas and several nephews.  Visitation 6-8PM Monday Dec. 7, with services 11AM Tuesday, Dec. 8 at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Mark Jones of Mason Road Baptist Church officiating.  Interment in Greenwood Cemetery  www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Jaclynn “Jacki”Fisher , age 57, of Fowlerville, died Fri. Nov. 27, 2009 in Ann Arbor.  She was born March 10, 1952 to Stanley & Ruth (Mitchell) Keel.  She married Frank Fisher March 3, 1977 in Lake Tahoe.  Surviving are her husband: Frank, daughter: Roxanne Keel of Fowlerville, Father: Stanley Keel of Alabama, brother: Jeff Keel of Wixom 2 sisters: Sharon Keel of Virginia and Kathy Little of South Lyon.  She was preceded in death by her mother: Ruth.  Cremation has taken place and private memorial services will be held later.  Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel

Ralph  R.  Becker  age 91 of Fowlerville, died on Wed. Nov. 25, 2009 in Howell. He was born on Dec. 3, 1917 at home in Cohoctah Twp. to Roy & Lessie (Dormer) Becker and was a 1936 graduate of Fowlerville High School. He married Isabel I. Risch in 1940, she preceded him in death on Sept. 22, 2007.  Mr. Becker was a dairy farmer and loved to tell jokes and stories.
Surviving are his daughter:  Carol (Dennis) Ling of Howell .
Grandson: Mitchell Ling  of Howell and his sister: Mary Hobley of Sand Lake. He was preceded in death by his son Ronald in 2004 and sister: Irene Liverance in 1991.
Graveside service to be held 2:00 PM Thursday at Greenwood Cemetery with Pastor Tim Flickinger officiating.  Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel.

Essie Jenkins, age 91, of Howell, formerly of Tallahassee, Fla., died Sat. Nov. 21, 2009.  She was born Dec. 29, 1917 in Liberty County, Florida to James & Ola (Morrell) Searcy.  She is survived by her daughter: Sarah (Dennis) Kawa of Howell.  Memorial services 11AM Tuesday Nov. 24 at Fowlerville First United Methodist Church with Pastor Tom Tarpley officiating. Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel. www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Helen A. Daly, age 93,formerly of Fowlerville, died Sun. Nov. 15, 2009 in Monroeville, Pa.  She was born Oct. 22, 1916 in Handy Township to Perry D. & Martha Estella (Dean) Lang.  She married Wayne E. Daly on March 25, 1945, he preceded her in death in 1982.  Helen attended Fowlerville First United Methodist Church where she was a member of the Methodist Ladies Society.  She is survived by her daughter: Cheryl DeVoogd of Monroeville, PA, 2 granddaughters: Kelly  DeVoogd of Pittsburgh and Jamie  (Zain) Saeed of New Jersey and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by
4 brothers: Grant Lang, Floyd Lang, Lawrence Lang and Ford Lang.  Services   11AM Wed. Nov. 18 at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Tom Tarpley of Fowlerville First United Methodist Church officiating.  Interment in Greenwood Cemetery.Visitation 5-8 PM Tuesday.
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Milly Suzich, age 84, died Wed.,Nov. 4, 2009.  She was born Oct. 10, 1925 in Yugoslavia to Milan & Violet Mandich.  She married George Suzich in Detroit on Oct. 21, 1954. They owned the Hitching Post Resaurant for over 30 years, retiring in 1989.  She is survived by her husband George, 2 daughters: Nancy Leich of Orlando and Donna (Jeff) Roy of Houston, Grandson: Gavin and 2 granddaughters: Allison & Melanie. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother: Vaso Mandich.  Visitation 2-4 & 6-8 Saturday Nov. 21st with funeral services  1:30pm Tuesday Nov. 24th  at Niblack Funeral  Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Michael Konow of St. Johns Lutheran Church officiating.  Interment in Greenwood Cemetery, Fowlerville.

Dennis Sickles, age 47, of Fowlerville, died Thurs. Nov. 12,2009.  He was born June 4, 1962 in Howell to Sharon Smith & Eugene Sickles.  He served in the National Guard and worked for General Motors Lansing Grand River Assembly for 26 years.  He married Patty Dexter in Lansing in 1982. Surviving are his wife: Patty, Mother: Sharon Smith Father: Eugene Sickles, Broth Douglass, 3 sisters: Debra,  Cheryl and Christine, mother-in-law: Edna Dexter and father-in-law: Alfred Dexter. Visitation will be 11 AM to 1 PM on Tuesday with the Funeral  Service 1PM Tues. Nov. 17 at  Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel  with Pastor William Carpenter officiating.  Burial in Greenwood Cemtery, Fowlerville.      www.niblackfuneralhome.com

William E. Crofoot, age 89, of Fowlerville, died Tues Nov. 10, 2009 at home.  He was born Aug. 25, 1920 in Webberville to Arthur B. & Iva I. (Monroe) Crofoot.  He married Doris E. Hull, who survives. Mr. Crofoot was a truck driver for the Livingston County Road Commission and a life member of the Webberville Lions Club.  Surviving are 4 children: Mary Crofoot of Fowlerville, Susan  Crofoot of Grandby Mo., Peggy (Butch) Ogden of Fowlerville and Roy (Jackie Spohn) of Fowlerville,
9 grandchildren, 7 greatgrandchildren, 2 brothers: N. Robert  and George (Rita), both of Fowlerville Sister: Edna Campbell of Florida.  He was preceded in death by 1 grandchild and 5 brothers: Marvin, John, Wallace, Richard & Paul. Services 10AM Thurs. at  Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Chaplain Charles Krueger of Great Lakes Hospice officiating.  Interment in Greenwood Cemetery.www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Dorothy Brock, age 80, of Fowlerville, died Sat. Nov. 7, 2009 at home.  She was born May 16, 1929.  She married Martin V. Brock. Surviving are her husband Martin, 7 children: James Roark, Brenda Ford, Joe (Cindy) Saylor, Martin (Debbie) Brock, Dottie (Chris) Hath and Effie Brock, 19 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.  Services at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Tim Flickinger officiating. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. www.niblackfuneralhome.com

James E. “Jake”Wagner age 76, of Webberville,
Died on Monday Nov. 2, 2009. He was born  Sept. 14, 1933 in Fowlerville and was a life long resident of the Fowlerville/Webberville area. He married Doris Phillips on Dec. 22, 1954 in Angola, Indiana, she preceded him in death on Dec. 22, 2007.   Jake was a 1952 graduate of Fowlerville High School, a veteran of the US Army and was a superintendent for Clark Construction.  He loved gardening, farming and woodworking. He is survived by 5 Children: Jeffrey (Renee) of Bethany, Missouri, Diana (Allen) Baxter of Webberville, Pamela (Norman) Nack of Webberville, Kelly Perkins of Williamston, John of Kansas City, Missouri, 12 Grandchildren and 2 Great-Grandchildren, 7 sisters: Lorene (Joe) Morgan, Phyllis (Ben) Lillard, Merna MacKenzie, Joan Steele, Patricia (Jerry) Bowers, Wanda (Richard) Rathburn and Carolyn (Nile) Young and Many Nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by brother, John. Services held 11 AM Thursday Nov. 5 at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham-Liverance Chapel with Pastor Fred Fischer officiating. Interment at Alchin Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be made to Parkinsons Research.
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Joyce Kathryn Reason, age 78, of Fowlerville, died Thurs. Oct. 22, 2009 at Howell Care Center.  She was born Sept. 13, 1931 in Lansing to John & May (Howe) Beardslee.  She married Charles Henry Reason on March 15, 1952.  She is survived by two sisters: Lillian & Beverly, son in law: Dick Cochran, grandson: Richie Cochran and 2 Great-Grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband in 2008 and daughter: Kathryn Lynn Cochran in 2003.  Graveside services Sunday
Nov. 1st at 1:00 PM   at Greenwood Cemetery.   Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel, Fowlerville.

John N. Lassila, 63, of Fowlerville, MI died Saturday, October 17, 2009 at the Lansing Sparrow Hospital after a long battle with leukemia and kidney disease.  He was born on September 10, 1946 in Ontonagon, MI, son of William and Anna (Anttila) Juno.  He attended Ontonagon, Mohawk, and Calumet Schools.  He graduated from Michigan Technological University in 1969.  He was united in marriage to Ruth Nevala on September 3, 1977.  John worked for Ford Motor Co, Morrison Knudsen, and Asea Brown Bovari.  John enjoyed traveling with his family to horse competitions and boating, fishing, hockey, and auto racing
Preceding him in death were his parents, stepfather Paul, twin brother Bill, stepbrothers Roy, Kenneth, and Gordon.  He is survived by his wife, Ruth, and daughter, Chantal, of Fowlerville, a stepsister, Fay (Richard) Anderson of Port Townsend, WA, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Visitation for Mr. Lassila will be at the Niblack Funeral Home in Fowlerville on Tuesday, October 20th, 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00 p.m.  Funeral services will be held at the same location on Wednesday, October 21st at 11:00 a.m. with a luncheon being served at St. Agnes Church, located next to the funeral home.  Interment will be at the Lake View Cemetery in Calumet, MI.
In lieu of expressions of sympathy, memorials may be made to the family of John Lassila.

 

Nancy C. Tinsley, age 70, of died in Howell on Sat. Oct 17, 2009.  She was born Aug. 14, 1939 in Howell  to Cleon & Ada (French) Hartwell. She loved Elvis, was an avid crafter and looked forward to going home to Jesus.  Surviving are her 2 children: Lorland “Lorie” (Rod) Pearson of Fowlerville and Brian Tinsley of St. George, Utah, 15 grandchildren, 11 greatgrandchildren, sister Dianne (Jeffrey) Rosco of Tenn. and her former husband: Donald Tinsley.   She was preceded in death by 2 sons: Steven & Dale and her sister: Shirley.   Services  2PM Wed at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Gary Griffin  of Fowlerville Church of the Nazarene officiating. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6-8PM Tuesday. www.niblackfuneralhome.com

 

John Lynch HanleyIII, age 69, of Fowlerville, died October 15, 2009 in Howell .  He was born Dec. 19, 1939 in Detroit to John L. and Elanor (Carland) Hanley Jr. He was a 1958 Graduate of Clarenceville High School. He married Barbara (Harrington) in 1983. He worked for Consumer’s energy as a welder for 30 years. He was a Charter Member  of 2 Ham Radio Clubs,Member of the Emergency Management team of Iosoco County for several years thru the 90’s,Member and sat on the Board of Directors at Iosco County Sportsmen’s Club, life member of NRA and an accomplished Drummer. He is survived by his wife: Barbara sons: John L. IV of Sterling Heights,Patrick Charles of Victoria British Columbia,Michael Andrew of Garden City, 4 Grandchildren: Jason, Breanne, Alyssa, and Brandon. Visitation on Monday October 19 at 1-8 PM.Services Tuesday October 20, 2009 at 11 AM at  Niblack Funeral Home,  Dillingham Liverance Chapel,Fowlerville with Pastor Tom Tarpley officiating. Interment will be at HighlandCemetery.
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Raymond  Dryer Jr. age 80, of Fowlerville, died Fri. Oct 9, 2009. He was born Oct 28, 1928 in Bell Oak to Raymond & Hattie (DeForest)   Dryer. He married Marian Challiss on Dec. 17, 1949. Ray worked for CSX railroad for 44 years and was a veteran of the US Army . Surviving are his wife Marian, 2 sons: Ronald of Howell & Donald of Fowlerville, 5 Grandchildren and 3 greatgrandchildren, 3 brothers: Gordon, Fred & Delbert and sister: Noreta Roberts. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers: Roy & Walter.  Services 1 PM Monday at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Rev. Robert Storey officiating.  Interment in Greenwood Cemetery
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Harold E. Southwell, age 62, of Webberville, died Tues. Sept. 29, 2009.  He was born July 20, 1947 in Lansing to Harold E. & Mabel V. (Hoisington) Southwell. He was a veteran of the US Marine Corps, worked as a truck driver and enjoyed his Harley Davidson and his HOG membership.  He adored his daughter & grandkids.  Surviving are his wife: Laurie, daughter: Marcie (Scott) Jorgensen of Mulliken and 2 grandchildren: Tennille & Peyton and brother William (Joan) of Clare.  He was preceded by his parents and ex-wife: Maryanne Southwell. Services 11AM Friday at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery.  Military Honors by VFW Post #6464. Memorial contributions to Muscular Dystrophy Assc. www.niblackfuneralhome.com

 

Evelyn J. Combs, age 80, of Fowlerville, died Mon. Sept. 28, 2009.  She was born May 22, 1929 in Beckley, W.Virgina to Daniel & Elsie (May) Brown and married William R. Combs in Arnett, W. Virginia on Mar. 4, 1946. She worked at Greenbriar Nursing Home and was a member of Wayside Tabernacle. Surviving are her son: Roy (Ruth Ann) Combs of Brighton, 5 daughters: Nellie Monarch of Marshall, Peggy (Jim) Jones of Ypsilanti, Nancy (John) Pierce of Howell, Shirley (Don) Glover of Fowlerville and Larna (Billy Joe) Swafford of Leslie, 10 Grandchildren, 26 Greatgrandchildren,3 Great-Great-Grandchildren, 2 sisters: Nora & Ethel and 6 brothers: James, Willis,Charlie, Dave, Shelby & Lawrence.  She was preceded in death by her husband William in 2006.  Services 11 AM Thursday at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor  Terrry Turner of Vantown Community Church & Pastor Gerry Gasche officiating.   www.niblackfuneralhome.com

 

Mildred B. Chipman, age 98, of Fowlerville, died Fri. Sept. 18, 2009. She was born Jan. 6, 1911 in Calumet, Mi to Archibald & Minnie (Roskrow) Chipman. She was an unemployment officer with the State of Michigan.  Mildred was preceded in death by her parents and 2 brothers: Archibald “Roy” and Wilfred.  Memorial services 1:00 PM Fri. Sept. 25, 2009 at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel, Fowlerville with Pastor Tom Tarpley of Fowlerville First United Methodist Church officiating.  Interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, Detroit.   

Miles W. Allen, age 85, of Fowlerville, formerly of Redford, died Sun. Sept. 12, 2009.  He was born May 14, 1924 to Charles & Marie (Birch) Allen and married Lenora Hicks on Nov. 2, 1942.Miles was a typographer for Goodwill Printing for 61 years and was a veteran of the US Army, serving in WWII. He attended Fowlerville United Brethren in Christ Church. Surviving are his wife Lenora, 3 children: Miles (Sharon) of Howell, Jeannette (Stacy) Shrader of Fowlerville and Carey (Debbie) of Fowlerville, 10 Grandchildren: Bryan Shrader, Miles Allen III, Brad Shrader, Marc Allen, Bret Shrader, Mandy Panaretos, Meg Newporte, Breann Allen, Kallie Allen & Brooke Allen and 17 Great-grandchildren, 2 sisters: Margaret Buchan and Lorraine Christenson, both of South Lyon. Memorial services will be held 4PM Fri. Sept. 25 at Fowlerville United Brethren in Christ Church with Pastor Tim Flickinger officiating. The family will receive friends from 3PM to 4PM Friday at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to the March of Dimes or the Fowlerville Family Impact Center (Capital Drive).  Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel  www.niblackfuneralhome.com

 

Leona  Sommerville, age 92, of Fowlerville, died Fri. Sept. 4, 2009.  She was born Jan. 3, 1917. She married William D. Sommerville in Detroit on Jan. 31, 1948, he preceded her in death on Oct. 11, 2002.  She was a member of First Baptist Church of Fowlerville.  Surviving are her son: Chuck of Farmington Hills, 2 daughters: Sharon Smith of Fowlerville and Linda Merritt of Redford, 7 Grandchildren and 9 greatgrandchildren.  Services: 11AM Tues at First Baptist Church with Pastor Lloyd Williams & Pastor Matt Johnson officiating.  Interment in Conway Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from  6-8 PM Sunday and  6-8 Monday at the Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel. www.niblackfuneralhome.com

 

Donald F. Tiffin, age 78, formerly of Northville & Hersey, died Sun. Aug. 30, 2009.  He was born Aug. 21, 1931 in Northville to Louis & Helen (Shoebridge). He married Margaret Irene White in 1949, she preceded him in death in 2007.   He worked for Glass Products in Evart. Surviving are 5 children:Margaret Bosca of White Lake, Roy of Wyandotte, Karen Westerguard of Walled Lake, Jim of Springboro, Ohio and Connie Conte of Fowlerville, 7 grandchildren and 5 greatgrandchildren. Services 1PM Friday at Salem-Walker Cemetery with Fr. James Lothamer of St. Agnes Catholic Church officiating.  Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home,Fowlerville  www.niblackfuneralhome.com

 

David V. Traskos, age 80 of Fowlerville, died Tuesday August 4, 2009. He was born October 21, 1928 in Detroit to Valeryn & Jenny Traskos. He was a veteran of the US Army and Managed a hardware store. Surviving are 4 children: Norman of Fowlerville,Suzanne Traskos of Walled Lake, Karen (Dan) Laber of Fowlerville and Leonard (Julie) Traskos of Fowlerville, 9 Grandchildren, 1 Great-Grandchild and Brother: Gordon. Memorial Service will be announced at a later date. Arrangements by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham-Liverance Chapel.

 Michael C. O’Hanisain, age 46, of Saline, died Sun. Aug. 2, 2009. He was born June 29, 1963 in  Howell. He retired from the US Air Force.  Surviving are his parents: Linda & Jim Almashy of Brighton, 3 brothers: Jim (Kaireen) O’Hanisain of Troy, Jon O’Hanasain of Ann Arbor, Aaron Almashy of Cincinnati, 3 nephews: Jake, Nick & Jack and his favorite uncle: Jerry Clark.  Services were held 1PM Friday August 7 at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel, Fowlerville with Pastor Tom Tarpley of Fowlerville First United Methodist Church officiating.  Interment in Greenwood Cemetery, Fowlerville.

Norma Jeanne McNalley, “Jeanne” age 64, of Harrison, formerly of DeWitt, died Mon. Aug. 3, 2009.  She was born April 9, 1945 in Saginaw to Norbert & Julia (Wazny) Beeckman. She married John McNalley in 1969 and he preceded her in death in 1988. She co-owned the Amoco/Dawn donuts in DeWitt. Norma loved to cross stitch, like watching game shows and enjoyed her flowers and house plants. Surviving are her son: Scott (Holli) of DeWitt, daughter: Amy (Mike) Koschmider of Laingsburg, 4 grandchildren: Kyler, Blake, Scott & Tyler, her mother: Julie Beeckman, 2 brothers: Clem & Jim, 3 sisters: Becky, Carolyn & Chris and her special friend Jim “Dutch” Briegel. She was preceded in death by her father: Nobert “Bob” and sister: Betsy.  Services 11AM Fri at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel, Fowlerville with Pastor Fred Nose officiating. The family will receive friends from 9-11AM Friday.  Memorial contributions may be made to the family. www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Vicky  Bondie, age 52, of Fowlerville, died Monday Aug. 3, 2009.  She was born Aug, 1, 1957 to Ralph & Marjorie (Jones) Hunt. She married Daniel J. Bondie in Fowlerville in 1989.  Vicky enjoyed arts & crafts, gardening and spending time with her grandchildren.  Surviving are her husband: Dan, Sons: Chris Allen and Scott Bondie, daughter Roxsand Hudick,
3 grandchildren, father: Ralph Hunt, 6 brothers & Sisters: Judy Hamilton, Lydia Rundell, Shari Hunt, Donna Johnston,Terry Hunt & Larry Hunt.  She was preceded in death by her mother: Marjorie and grandson: Jordon. Services to be held at her father’s farm: Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel, Fowlerville.  

 

Theodore F. “Ted” Helzerman, age 94, died at home Fri. July 31, 2009. He was born Aug. 1, 1914 in Oakville, MI to Charles & Martha (Nagle) Helzerman and married Ruth E. Lucks, in Detroit on Feb. 7, 1941, she preceded him in death on Nov. 22, 1996. He worked at the Ford Wixom plant for 20 years, retiring in 1978.  Ted was a member of Fowlerville First Baptist Church.  Surviving are  6 sons: Richard (Brenda) of Newburg, Ind., Ronald (Jane) of Riverdale, Edward (Diann) of Fowlerville, Raymond (Karen) of Citrus Heights, Cal., Douglas (Sandra) of Fowlerville, and Larry (Debby) of St. Peters, Missouri, daughter: Marjory Smith of Howell,18 Grandchildren and many  Greatgrandchildren and his sister: Laura Kegley of Milan. He was preceded in death by his sister: Caroline, brothers Stanley & Winifred.  Services 11AM Thursday, August 5 at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with his son Rev. Ronald Helzerman officiating. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 2-8PM Wed. at the funeral home.  www.niblackfuneralhome.com

 

Norma J. Butler, age 76, of Gregory, died Thurs. July 23, 2009.  She was born in Howell on Jan. 18, 1933 to Fred & Hazel (Rossman) Evers  and married Thomas F. Butler. Norma taught school, starting in a one room schoolhouse before teaching in Pinckney and then retiring from Fowlerville Public Schools after 30 years , she was a member of Plainfield United Methodist Church.  Surviving are her husband: Tom, Son: Sean (Sherilyn) Butler of Gregory, Susan (Rob) Moreno of Edwardsburg,MI, Heather (John) Suomi of Kewadin, Fred (Angie) Butler of Clarkston, 10 grandchildren and sister: Janet Mead of Dansville. She was preceded in death by her brother: Jerry Evers .   Services 11AM Monday at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Livearnce Chapel with Pastor Alan DeGraw of Plainfield United Methodist Church officiating, interment in Plainfield Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 2-4 & 6-8 PM Sunday at the funeral home. www.niblackfuneralhome.com

      Keith M. Dietrich, age 57, of Fowlerville, died Sat. July 18, 2009.    He was born April 4, 1952 to Chester & Anna (Ferrante) Dietrich and was a 1970 graduate of Fowlerville High School. He was foreman of maintenance at U of M Hospital. Surviving are his Daughter: Casey Ann, Son: Phillip M., Grandson: Jadin,
parents: Chet & Anna, Sister: Carol (Warren) Phillips, brother: Kenneth (Mary Jo) and several nieces and nephews and aunts, uncles & cousins.  Memorial services:11AM Friday at Fowlerville First United Methodist church with Pastor Tom Tarpley officiating. Memorial visitation: 2-4 & 6-8 Thursday at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance  Chapel, Fowlerville www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Moira J. “Toni” Farr, age 62, of Fowlerville, died Wed. July 15, 2009 at home.  She was born June 25, 1947 in Southampton, England to John A.& Ivy R. (Stockley) Chalcraft. She married Chuck Farr in 1986.  Surviving are her husband: Chuck, 4 children: Jacqueline Andrews of Fowlerville, Gerald Holnagel of Howell, Christopher Wutke and Kelly Smith, both of Fowlerville, 12 grandchildren and 4 greatgrandchildren.  Memorial services 2:30 Wed. July 22, 2009 at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Tom Tarpley of Fowlerville  First United Methodist Church officiating.  www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Mrs. Rowan M. Hammons, age 78, of Fowlerville, died at home Wed. July 15, 2009.  She was born June 5, 1931 in Webster Springs, W.Virginia to Maynard & Alice (McIe) Fisher and married William L. Hammons in Elkins, W. Virginia on Oct. 5, 1946.  She owned Hammons A.F.C. Home and was a minister with the Fellowship Chapel in Fowlerville and was a life member of the V.F.W. Auxiliary.  Surviving are her husband: William, son: Jonathan, 2 grandchildren: Jon Hammons and Shana Spears and brother: Virgil Fisher. She was preceded in death by her son: Arnold “Donnie” Hammons and brother: Doy Lee Fisher.  Services 11AM Mon. at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Ed Carpenter of Faith Temple Church officiating. The family will receive friends from 2-5PM Sunday at the funeral home.  Interment in Greenwood Cemetery.

Margaret Peg Perry- Roberts, age 81, of Fowlerville, died Tues. July 14, 2009.  She was born July 23, 1927  in Centerline to August & Mae (Fitzgerald) Benson and married John M. Roberts on June 17, 1978, he preceded her in death on Oct. 14, 2000. She was a motivational speaker and writer, a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church and the Philematheons. surviving are her 4 children: Michael Perry of Arizona, Christopher Perry of DeWitt, Diane Lardie and Mellisa Keniston, both of Fowlerville, step-children: John Roberts Jr. of East Lansing and Katherine Roberts of Arizona, 12 Grand and 1Greatgrandchildren. She was preceded in death by her grandson: David Keniston.  A memorial service will be held in September.   Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel. www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Alan W. Stroud, age 62, of Fowlerville, died July 12,2009. He was born Dec. 16, 1946 in Ann Arbor to Almos W. & Betty H (Kaiser) Stroud. He was a professional job recruiter, a member of Place of Refuge Ministries and enjoyed touring on his motorcycle.  Surviving are his son: Alan Kangas and Mother: Betty.  He was preceded in death by his father: Almos.  Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel. www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Sally A. Jones, age 75, of Fowlerville, died Thurs. July 9, 2009.  She was born in Dearborn on Jan. 30, 1934 to Charles & Helen (Oakes) Wilson. She married Melvin Jones and he preceded her in death in 1995.  Sally was a secretary for the Wayne County Registrar of Deeds. Surviving are her sister: Mary Wells of Dearborn and brother: Charles Wilson of Fowlerville and several nieces and nephews.  Services 1PM Mon, July 13 at Acacia Park Cemetery with Pastor Lonel Braswell of Allen Park Church of Christ officiating.   Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home, Fowlerville. (517-223-8656) www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Jay D. Harrison, age 62, of Howell, died Mon. July 6, 2009 at home. He was born Aug. 10, 1946 in Detroit to John T. & Marjorie (Clairborne) Harrison. He married Judy Slaton on Jan. 1, 1966 in Northville.  He worked at the Ford Livonia Transmission Plant and was a member of Antrim Baptist Church. Jay enjoyed boating & camping. Surviving are his wife Judy, Son: Jay (Lynn) of Howell, daughter: Jennifer (Justin) Clayton of Perry, 3 Grandchildren: Andrea, Joshua & Abbey and sister: Vicki Chilcoff of Canton.  He was preceded in death by his parents. Services 11AM  Thursday at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor John Ashley of Antrim Baptist Church officiating.  Interment in Greenwood Cemetery.  Visitation 4-8PM Wednesday at the funeral home.Memorial contributions may be made to Antrim Baptist Church. www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Donald T. Andrizzi, age 75, of Howell, died  Sun. July 5, 2009 . He was born April 2, 1934 in Detroit to Frank & Helen (Adams) Andrizzi. He married Donna Muxworthy in Detroit on Sept. 8, 1956. Don was a veteran of the US Army, serving in Korea and retired from the Detroit Police Department as a Sargent in 1987 and then worked as a Security Officer at Botsford Hospital. He was a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church, the retired Police & Firefighters Assc. and the “Snowbirds of Gaylord”. Surviving are his wife Donna, Son: Mark of Georgia and daughter: Janice Saaranen of Dearborn and 3 grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his son: Dale and 4 brothers and sisters.  Memorial Mass July 10, Friday at 11 AM at St. Agnes Catholic Church with Fr. James Lothamer officiating.  Burial in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Fowlerville.  Memorial contributions may be made to  Livingston Co. Catholic Social Services  Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel, Fowlerville.

Kenneth C. Donald, age 66, of Howell, died at home Tues. July 2, 2009.  He was born Nov. 6, 1942 in Howell to Joseph & Donna (Marshall) Donald. and married Beverly J. Schafer on Feb. 3, 1962. He was a truck driver for Spartan Stores  Surviving are his wife Beverly, 2 sons: Mark of Wolverine and Rick (Debbie) of Howell, daughter: Tammy (Scott) Parisian of Webberville. 6 grandchildren, 1 greatgrandchild, mother: Donna Donald of Cohoctah, 2 brothers: Roger of Howell and Jerry of Freesoil and sister: Rita Young of Cohoctah.  He was preceded in death by his father: Joseph.  Services 11AM Fri at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor  Richard Peterson officiating. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. www.niblackfuneralhome.com

William E. Smithers, age 42, of Fowlerville, died at home, July 1, 2009.  He was born  Jan. 1, 1967 in Monclova, Ohio to William N. & Carolyn (Brown) Smithers.  He worked in Engine Control Development for GM and was a member of Fowlerville First United Church, active in Special Olympics and Boy Scouts, he loved his kids. Surviving are his wife: Pamela, 2 children: William R. & Megan E., mother: Carolyn Smithers. He was preceded in death by his father in 1997.     Services 11AM Mon at Fowlerville First United Methodist Church with Pastor Tom Tarpley officiating.
Visitation 2-4 & 6-8 Sunday at Niblack Funeral Home,  Dillingham Liverance Chapel, Fowlerville Memorial donations may be made to Special Olympics, area 27 www.niblackfuneralhome.com

 

Billy C. Weems Sr., age 65, of Perry, died Tues. June 30, 2009.  He was born June 29, 1944 in Detroit to Howard William & Eva (Hyder) Weems.  He married Mary Phyllis Dettore at Christ the King Church in Detroit in 1967. Billy Weems Bulldozing & Trucking.  Surviving are his wife: Mary Phyllis Weems, 4 sons: Billy Jr. of Detroit, Tony (Lisa) of Howell, Tim (Tracy) of Perry, Damian (Leslie) of Webberville, 11 Grandchildren, 2 brothers Jim & Ronnie, both of Tenn. and 2 sisters: Patricia Joan of Tenn. & Darla of Florida. Memorial services 6PM Friday at  Niblack Funeral Home,  Dillingham Liverance Chapel, Fowlerville with Fr. John Bosco of St. Mary’s Catholic, Morrice officiating. www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Jonathan Johnson age 62 of Fowlerville, died  June 23, 2009. He was born on May 19, 1947 to Andrew Johnson and Christina Lebowski in Northville, Mi. He married Victoria (Toms) Dec. 29, 1980 in Fowlerville. He was a member of UAW Local 564 and member of Wayside Tabernacle Church.  He worked for GM, Lake Orion retiring in 2004 after 37 years. He loved to garden and was a handyman. Loved the outdoors and all around sportsman.
Surviving are his wife: Victoria
Children: Jon Yates of Waterford, Amy Crowell of Oxford,Corey Toms of Fowlerville,Valorie Dana of Warren, Joshua Johnson of Fowlerville, 10 Grandchildren . Mother: Christina Wetters of Bay City. 3 Brothers and One Sister.
He was precede in death by Father and 1 sister and 1 brother. Visitation will be Friday June 26 at 2-4 and 6-8 PM with Funeral Service June 27 Saturday at 11 AM at Niblack Funeral Home with Pastor Gasche  officiating.  Memorial contributions may be made to Am. Red Cross or United Way.Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel. www.niblackfuneralhome.com

 

Naomi E. Watters, 87, of Howell, died  Sat. June 13, 2009.  She was born April 13, 1922 in Cohoctah Twp. To Edmund & Rita (Shelters) Phillips. She loved to bake. Surviving are her 6 children: Norman L. (Elaine) of Potterville, James E. of  Tennessee, Clara May Binetti of Webberville, Darlene R. Phillips of Fowlerville, Dennis R. of Florida and Dale L. (Kathy) of Howell and many grandchildren & greatgrandchildren, 2 sisters: Arloa Washburn of Brighton and Joyce Smith of Perry.  She was preceded in death by 2 sons: Marvin & Darwin and her brother: Emerson Phillips.  Services 11AM Wed. June 17, 2009 at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel,Fowlerville with Rev. Bill Carpenter of Faith Temple Church officiating.  Interment in Sanford Cemetery. www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Barbara Ann Mack, age 66, of Fowlerville, died at home June 8, 2009.  She was born Nov. 24, 1942 in Howell to Harold & Laura (Konopaska) Davis.  Barb was a 1961 graduate of Fowlerville High School.  She married Lloyd Mack on May 12, 1962. Barb was Treasurer of the Village of Fowlerville from 1982 to 1984.  She loved bowling, fishing and was very proud of her swimming pool, she taught all the neighborhood kids to swim.  Surviving are her husband: Lloyd,  son: Deaner (Shauna) Mack and daughter: Dawn (Michael) Riccio of Dallas,Tx., 2 brothers: Fred (Kathy) Davis and Larry (Cindy) Davis, both of Fowlerville. She was preceded in death by her parents and sister: JoAnn.  Memorial services 11AM Sat. June 13 at Fred & Kathy Davis Farm, 5026 Owosso Rd., Fowlerville with Rev. Jim Vander Schuur of Livingston Community Hospice officiating. Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel. www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Julia E. Mahoney, 87, formerly of the Perry/Webberville area, died Fri. June 5, 2009.  She was born April 15, 1922 and married Edward F. Mahoney on Oct. 1, 1944.  He preceded her in death in 1999.  She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Williamston. Surviving are 4 sons: Thomas of Charlotte, Robert of Dearborn, Frederick of East Lansing and Joseph of Perry, 10 Grandchildren and 3 Greatgrandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband: Edward, brother: John Sulo and 3 sisters: Mary, Toni & Stella  Memorial services will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Fr. Peter Clark officiating. Interment in St. Paul’s Cemetery, Owosso.  Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel, Fowlerville.

 

Larry L. Roddenberg, 49, of Fowlerville, died Sun. May 31, 2009 at home.  He was born March 21, 1960 to Orville (Jim) & Dorothy (Rixe) Roddenberg.  He married Bonnie Chiolino in Sterling Heights on Sept. 7, 1985. Larry was a heavy equipment operater, loved his Cub Cadet tractors and loved to cook.   Surviving are his wife Bonnie, 2 sons: Alex & Nicholas, both of Fowlerville Mother: Dorothy of Fowlerville, Sister: Linda (Dan) Mosier of Canton, 2 brothers: Dennis (Cheryl) of Howell & Alan of Ashley, many nieces & nephews. Services 11AM Thur. at St. Johns Lutheran Church with Pastor Mike Konow officiating.   arrangements by Niblack Funeral Home,  Dillingham Liverance Chapel,Fowlerville www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Elmer Hornyak, age 93, of Fowlerville, died Tues. May 26, 2009.  He was born Jan. 7, 1916 in Detroit to Michael & Helen V. (Takacs) Hornyak. He was a Navy veteran in WWII and worked for GM Diesel for 31 years and was a Union Steward and Vice President of UAW Local 163, where he was known as “Brother Elmer”. Surviving are his daughter: Sharon Alvey, son: Robert, 9 Grandchildren and many greatgrandchildren and his sister: Helen “Toots” Hammond. He was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Myrtle (Koziol) and sister: Valeria Mlott.  Cremation has taken place,  arrangements by Niblack Funeral Home,  Dillingham Liverance Chapel,Fowlerville www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Kurt Bickley Morris age 46 of Fowlerville
Died Tuesday May 26, 2009 in Ann Arbor Michigan.
He was born April 25, 1963 in Detroit, Michigan to Lawrence P. Carolyn L (Savage) Morris .  He graduated from Southfield High and attended 2 years at Farris State College. He married Sue  in Los Vegas on April 25, 1992. He worked as a project manager for Superb Homes Inc. He coached basket and baseball for the Fowlerville Community , was involved in many community service projects, loved fishing, golf and boating. He also enjoyed landscaping and attended the local school games.  Surviving are his wife: Sue
2 sons: Kyle and Sean
Brother: Derrick Morris
2 sisters: Pamela (Dean) Drake
Loretta (Dennis) Yezbick
Best friend: Greg (Soni) Payne and their sonsTrevor,Jarod and Harley
Sisters-in-law: Diane (John) Mehl
Carol Baum
Brother-in-law:Robert (Mary) Garison
Many Aunts and Uncles & Nieces and Nephews
Memorial Service will be Monday June 1, 2009 at 1 PM at Fowlerville  United Brethran in Christ Church with Pastor Tim Flickinger officiating. The Family will receive friends on Sunday 1-5 PM at Niblack Funeral Home. Arrangements by Niblack Funeral Home (517-223-8656.)

John J. Benkovich, age 52, of Fowerville, died Tues May 26, 2009 . He was born Nov. 13, 1957 to Joseph & Elsie (Barkovich) Benkovich and married Denise (Gayhart) in Fowlerville on July 12, 2003.  He was a Postal Carrier in Canton. John will be remembered as a generous and loving person.  Surviving are his wife: Denise, Mother: Elsie, Sister: Kathy (Ken) Murawski and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father:Joseph and brother: Larry. Mass of the Christian Burial 1PM  Friday  at St. Agnes Catholic Church with  Visitation 2-4 & 6-8 Thursday at Niblack Funeral Home, Fowlerville. Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery

Beatrice Irene Dutton age 92 of Byron, formerly of Cheboygan Michigan, went to be with her Lord on Thursday May 21. She was born on May 26, 1917 to Elmer  and Sophia (Trudeau) Wing. She married Charles Elmer Dutton in Redford , Michigan on Nov. 20, 1935. He preceded her in death, 1985. Surviving are 6 Children: Theresa (Walter) Schaefer,Charles (Elaine) Dutton, Raymond (Leianna) Dutton, George (Laura) Dutton, Patrick (Barbra) Dutton, Daniel (Sandy) Dutton. 22 Grandchildren and 32 Great-Grandchildren. 2 Brothers: Ira (Gazelle) Wing and Neil Wing.  He was preceded in death by son: Dean Dutton , parents and many brothers and sisters. Funeral Service will be held at Niblack Funeral Home on May 26 Tuesday at 12 noon with the family receiving friend and relatives for visitation from 10-12 also on Tuesday. Funeral Service officiated by Deacon Roger Cahaney. Graveside service will be held on Wednesday 2 PM at Pine Hill Cemetery in Cheboygan, Mi . Arrangements by Niblack Funeral Home,  Dillingham Liverance Chapel,Fowlerville www.niblackfuneralhome.com

 

Josephine Stowe, age 87, of Webberville, died Thurs May 14, 2009 in East Tawas.  She was born May 25, 1921 in Riceville, Ky to Steve & Ethel Caudill. She married Lawrence J. Stowe on Sept. 28, 1941 and he preceded her in death in 1960. Surviving are her sons: Vern (Bonnie) Stowe of National City, MI and Robert (Barb) Stowe of Hersey, MI. 10 Grandchildren, 13 Greatgrandchildren, 2 brothers: Cecil Caudill of Stockbridge and Steve Caudill of Jackson.  She was preceded in death by her daughter: Nancy, Son: Gordon, Grandson: Brad, sister: Edna Marshall and 2 brothers: Junior Caudill & Ralph Caudill.  Graveside services were held at Alchin Cemetery, Webberville. Arrangements by Niblack Funeral Home,  Dillingham Liverance Chapel,Fowlerville www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Bernard L. Nygren “Barney”, age 86, of Fowlerville, died May 15, 2009.  He was born April 2, 1923 to Louis & Hazel (Ferrington) Nygren. He married Pearly Cunningham on Dec 31, 1942, she preceded him in death in 1977.  He was a carpenter for Nygren Brothers Construction Co. and a veteran of the US Navy, serving in WWII. He is survived by 4 grandchildren:Robert, Ryan, Raeann & Rachelle, 2 sisters: Barb Ganton & Donna Popa and 1 brother: Robert, and many nieces & nephews.  Barney was preceded in death by his daughter: Sharon Wing, 2 sisters: Lois DeWaters & Dorothy Philburn and 3 brothers: William , Louis & Daniel. Services 11AM Monday at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel where the family will receive friends from 4  To 8 Sunday. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery.  Military Honors provided by V F W Post #6464, Fowlerville. The family would like to thank Medilodge of Howell for the fine care Barney received since 2004.

Dawn M. Wheeler, age 59 of Fowlerville,     died Monday May 10, 2009.  She was born  March 8, 1950 in Taylor to Charles & Hazel (LaPointe) Ball and married Ron Wheeler, who preceded her in death. She was part owner of Whitey’s Auto Salvage in Howell and had been active in Girl Scouts.  Dawn loved spending time with her Grandchildren. Surviving are 4 childdren: Ron II, Candy (Steve) Bartrum, Robin (Steve) Cotton and Ginger (Jeremy) Cramar , 6 grandchildren: Mackenzie, Harley, Mercedes, Carter, Bailey & Dakota and her sister: Wanda Weinschenk.  Visitation: 4-6 PM Thursday and 3-5 PM Friday with services 5PM Friday at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel. 

B. Elna Love, 88, of Fowlerville, died Sat. May 9, 2009 . She was born April 2, 1921 in Handy Twp. To Clarence & Mina (King) Kleinschmidt and was a 1939 graduate of Fowlerville High School.  She married Fred Love in 1940 and he preceded her in death in 2003. Elna helped Fred on the family farm and worked for Heller’s Flower Shop and was a member of Fowlerville Church of the Nazarene. Surviving are her brother: Robert (Betty) Kleinschmidt of Webberville and several nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her husband Fred and sister: Linda Garland. Services: 11AM Wed at Howell Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Gary Griffin officiating.  The family will receive friends from 5-8PM Tues at theNiblack Funeral Home,  Dillingham Liverance Chapel,Fowlerville www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Clarence G. Freyaldenhoven Sr., age 86, of Fowlerville, died Monday May 4, 2009 at home. He was born March 6, 1923 in Morrilton, Arkansas and married Rosa Marie Carnes on Nov. 22, 1947. He was a dairy farmer and a  member of St. Agnes Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife Rosa, 2 daughters: Sheila (Robert) LeFave, Sharon Freyaldenhoven, 3 sons:Dan (Carolyn), Charles and Clarence  Jr. (Kim), 12 Grandchildren and 18 Greatgrandchildren, sister: Louise Cole and half-sister: Magdeline Wells & son-in-law: Terry Donaldson. He was preceded in death by his son: James and daughter Phillis Donaldson and 6 brothers and sisters. Mass of the Christian Burial 11AM  Thurs..  at St. Agnes Catholic Church with Fr. James Lothamer officiating. Visitation 2-4 & 6-8 Wednesday at Niblack Funeral Home, Fowlerville. Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

James W. Hill “Wayne”, 65, of Swartz Creek, died Tues. April 28, 2009. He was born April 12, 1944. He was a 1962 graduate of Fowlerville High School, served in the US Army and worked for Pepsi Cola as a warehouse manager. Wayne loved to fish. He married Sharon K. Spare on Aug. 25, 1962. Surviving are his wife Sharon, Son: James Jr., Grandchildren: Nathan & Renee and greatgranddaughter: Julia and brother: Edwin Hill of Flint. Services 2PM Friday at Niblack Funeral Home with Pastor Paul Damkochler officiating. The family will receive friends from 2-4 & 6-8 Thursday at the funeral home. www.niblackfuneralhome.com

 

Leota (Whitehead) White, age 92 of Winter Garden, Fla., formerly of Lansing , died Mon. April 27, 2009. She was born Oct. 13, 1916 in Sumner, MI. Surviving are her son: Ron (Nancy) Whitehead of Winter Garden, Fla., Daughter: Janet (Ron) Pinney of DeWitt, Step-daughters: JoAnn (Jack) Waterstradt & Deanna Dittmar and their families, 5 Grandchildren, 14 Greatgrandchildren. The family will receive friends from 6-8 Thursday at Niblack Funeral Home, Fowlerville, where services will be held at 10:00 AM Friday with Pastor Tad Jameson officiating.   Interment in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to Alzheimers   www.niblackfuneralhome.com

 

Anna M. Szopko, age 88, of Haslett,  died Fri. April 24, 2009.  She was born April 14, 1921 in Pleasant City, Ohio to George & Anna (Dorko) Buco.  She married Peter Szopko and he preceded her in death in 1983. Anna was a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church in Fowlerville.  Surviving are two sisters: Helen Holbrook of Fowlerville & Katherine Buco of California and two brothers: Edward Buco of Berlin, Maryland & Peter Buco of Pleasant City, Ohio and several nieces and nephews. Mass of the Christian Burial 11 AM Mon. April 27, 2009 at St. Agnes Catholic Church, with Fr. James Lothamer officiating. Visitation from 9AM-11AM Monday at Church. Interment in Woodmere Cemetery, Detroit.  Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home, Fowlerville www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Janet Ann Iseler – Fowlerville (formerly of Dearborn)
Janet Ann Iseler age 63, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on April 24, 2009.  She was born on June 3, 1945 to August and Edna (Walkenhorst) Hartman in St. Louis, Missouri.  Preceded in death by her father, Janet leaves behind her beloved son, Marc (Rachel) Iseler of Fowlerville, and cherished daughter Wendy (Timothy) Miga of Bruce Township.  She is also survived by her loving mother Edna Hartman of Wood River, Illinois; brothers:  Donald (Sandy) Hartman of Dayton, Ohio, Dennis (Bonnie) Hartman of Godfrey, Illinois, Kenneth (Sally) Hartman of Jefferson City, Missouri;  many nieces and nephews;  as well as former husband and dear friend Charles Iseler of Fowlerville.
Janet was a graduate of Concordia College - River Forest and worked as a Lutheran grade school teacher until her retirement in 2004.  A life-long member of the Lutheran Church she belonged to the Ladies-Aide Societies and was active in many school committees.  Janet enjoyed reading, cross-word puzzles and playing long games of Scrabble with friends and family.  A quiet and gentle soul, Janet will be deeply missed by her family and friends; and remembered always for her faith, personal strength, and loving nature.
Funeral Services will be held Wednesday at 11am at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Fowlerville, with Pastor Mike Konow officiating.  Visitation is Tuesday 2pm-4pm and 6pm-8pm at Niblack Funeral Home, Fowlerville.  Visitation continues Wednesday at the church beginning at 10am.  The family requests in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Kidney Association or the American Diabetes Association. Condolences can be made at www.niblackfuneralhome.com.

Mary Carr Cook, age 94, of Fowlerville, died Tues. April 21, 2009 at home. She was born Feb. 26, 1915 to Robin & Goldie (Baker) Carr at the family farmhouse on Gregory Rd. She was a 1933 graduate of Fowlerville High School and attended Sparrow Hospital’s nursing school and became a Registered Nurse. Mary was a member of Fowlerville First United Methodist Church. She married Ken Cook in Fowlerville on Nov. 27, 1982, he preceded her in death Jan. 13, 1999.  Mary is survived by her 3 children: Robin (Cheryl Buckingham) Rose of Fowlerville, Penna (John Alicea) Rose of New York City and Christopher Rose of Lansing and 3 Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 3 sisters. Services 11AM Sat. April 25, 2009 at Fowlerville First United Methodist Church with Pastor Tom Tarpley officiating.  Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4-8PM Friday at the Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel.   www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Jeffrey Tyler, age 53, of Fowlerville, died Sun. April 5, 2009. He was born Sept. 30, 1955 in Detroit to William & Gertrude (Hanegmon) Tyler. He was a graduate of Brighton High School and was a service tech for Wonderland Marine. He married Karen Butcher in Brighton in 1987. Surviving are his wife Karen, 2 daughters: Mary & Sarah, Mother: Gertrude Tyler, 2 brothers: Mike (Linda) Tyler & Marvin (Carol) Tyler and sister: Donna (Dave) Anderson and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father: William.  Services 11AM   Wednesday at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Tim Flickinger  of Fowlerville United Brethren in Christ Church officiating. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery.  Visitation 2-4 & 6-8PM Tuesday at the Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Assc. www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Marian L. Reason, age 81, of Fowlerville, died Thurs. April 2, 2009 at home.  She was born Jan. 6, 1928 at the family home   on Latson Rd. to Forrest & June (Listeman) Huff.  She married Henry J. Reason Sept. 3, 1948 at the Baptist Church in Howell. Marian was a wonderful wife, mother & grandmother and loved to camp. Surviving are her husband: Henry J., 4 children: Lawrence (Sandy) of Fowlerville, Lavern of Fowlerville, Roger (Linda) of Cedar Springs & Patricia (Francis) Palmerton of Fowlerville, 7 Grandchildren,   12 Greatgrandchildren, sister: Reva Herbert, 2 brothers: Ben (Barb) Huff,  Bob (Phyllis) Huff. and many nieces & nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister: Charlene Dickerson and 3 brothers: Raymond Huff, Don Huff & Charles Huff.  Services 11AM Tuesday April 7 at Fowlerville First United Methodist Church with Pastor Tom Tarpley  officiating.   Memorial contributions may be made to Livingston Community Hospice.   Visitation: 2-4 & 6-8 PM Monday at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel.

Leland A. McPherson Sr. age 80, died Sun. March 8, 2009. He was born January 15, 1929 in Shingleton, Mich. to Wilfred and Jessie (Wright) McPherson.  He married Norma M. Phillips on October 14, 1952 , She preceded him in death on July 13, 2005. Mr. McPherson was a heavy equipment operator and an Army veteran of the Korean War and a member of V.F.W. Post #6464, Fowlerville. Surviving are 4 Daughters: Connie (Fred) Smith, Cindy McPherson, Nancy McPherson and Lisa Beckley. Son: Leland A. II, 11 Grandchildren and 11 Great-Grandchildren and 7 brothers & sisters. He was preceded in death by 6 Brothers and Sisters, 2 children: Danny and Corrine and Granddaughter: Corrine Smith. Graveside services 11AM Sat. March 21, 2009 at Sanford Cemetery with military honors provided by V.F.W. Post #6464, Fowlerville, with a luncheon at the V.F.W. Post to follow the graveside services. Arrangements by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Harry P. Robinette Jr, 55, of Fowlerville, died Tues. March 17, 2009. He was born Aug. 15,1955 in Detroit to Harry Sr. & Delores (Katchmer) Robinette and married Melba Goff in Howell on Nov. 9, 1984. Harry retired from the Ford Wixom plant in 2005 after 33 years. He loved to fish & hunt. He is survived by his wife Melba, 4 children: Larry, Leonard, Edward & Amanda, step-son: Harold Semear, 2 grandchildren, 3 brothers & many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and step-son: David Semear. Memorial Service will be  March 28, 2009 Saturday at 2 PM  at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel.

Leland A. McPherson Sr. age 80, died Sun. March 8, 2009. He was born January 15, 1929 in Shingleton, Mich. to Wilfred and Jessie (Wright) McPherson.  He married Norma M. Phillips on October 14, 1952 , She preceded him in death on July 13, 2005. Mr. McPherson was a heavy equipment operator and an Army veteran of the Korean War and a member of V.F.W. Post #6464, Fowlerville. Surviving are 4 Daughters: Connie (Fred) Smith, Cindy McPherson, Nancy McPherson and Lisa Beckley. Son: Leland A. II, 11 Grandchildren and 11 Great-Grandchildren and 7 brothers & sisters. He was preceded in death by 6 Brothers and Sisters, 2 children: Danny and Corrine and Granddaughter: Corrine Smith. Graveside services 11AM Sat. March 21, 2009 at Sanford Cemetery with military honors provided by V.F.W. Post #6464, Fowlerville, with a luncheon at the V.F.W. Post to follow the graveside services. Arrangements by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Harry P. Robinette Jr, 55, of Fowlerville, died Tues. March 17, 2009. He was born Aug. 15,1955 in Detroit to Harry Sr. & Delores (Katchmer) Robinette and married Melba Goff in Howell on Nov. 9, 1984. Harry retired from the Ford Wixom plant in 2005 after 33 years. He loved to fish & hunt. He is survived by his wife Melba, 4 children: Larry, Leonard, Edward & Amanda, step-son: Harold Semear, 2 grandchildren, 3 brothers & many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and step-son: David Semear.  Memorial services at X Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel .

Kay S. Kaiser, 65, of Howell, died at home March 18, 2009. She was born Dec. 3, 1943 in Temple, Texas to Cyril & Geraldine (Mellus) Collins. She married David Kaiser at St. Ives Catholic Church in Birmingham on Aug. 16, 1986. Kay was a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church where she was active in the Charismatic revewel group and was a spiritual director. Surviving are her husband Dave, 2 children: Michael Malcho of Birkley, MI, & Michelle Seward of Denver, CO. 5 step-children: Leah Moelich, Steven Kaiser, Gregory Kaiser, Ann Kaiser and Thomas Kaiser, 12 Grandchildren, her mother: Geraldine Collins, 2 sisters: Jan Collins and Dr. Ann Richards and her brother: Dr. Thomas Collins and many nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her father: Cyril. Mass of the Christian burial will be held at St. Agnes Catholic Church, Fowlerville on Saturday March 21, 2009 at 10 AM.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Fr. Salanus Guild of the Detroit Capuchins. Visitation  Thursday and Friday 2-8 PM at the Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel, Fowlerville.

Alice C. Dillingham, age 92 of Naples, Florida also of Lansing and Oscoda, passed away on March 17, 2009. She was born on July 2, 1916 to George  and Sylvia (Tucker) Keeble in Detroit, Michigan.  She married Donald M. Dillingham on September 1, 1939 in Fowlerville, Michigan. He preceded her in death on April 8, 2002. She was a self employed realtor in the area, also a member of the Methodist Church. Surviving are 2 sons: Dave (Janice) of Naples, Florida and Dale (Elizabeth) also of Naples, Florida. 4 Grandchildren: Mark, Rebekah, Brent and Kate. 1 Great-Grandchild. 2 Brothers: Clifford Keeble of  Seattle, Washington and George Keeble of Oscoda.The graveside service was held on March 21, 2009 at 2PM at Rowley Cemetery, a memorial service will be announced later this summer. Arrangements by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel.

Randall “Justin”  Farris, age 25,of Webberville, passed away on March  11, 2009. He was born April 7, 1983 in Lansing to Randy & Tammy (Eberly) Farris. He was a 2001 graduate of Webberville High School and worked in construction. He was an avid sports fan of all the Detroit teams, but what he loved the most was watching his brother Jordan play sports. He was a loving Daddy to his daughter Aubrey and a loving brother to Jordan and Avery. He is survived by his daughter: Aubrey Renee Farris, Fiance: Ashley Crandell, Parents: Tammy Farris,  and Randy (Kim) Farris brother: Jordan Graham Farris and sister: Avery Rene Farris and many Aunts & Uncles & Cousins.  He was preceded in death by his grandparents: Zeke & Barb Eberly and R.F.. & Ethel Farris, Aunt Roxanne Weaver and 2 cousins: Cody Parisian and Tyler Jorgensen. Services 1PM Monday at Fowlerville United Brethren Churchwith Pastor Scott Gardziella of Calvary Baptist Church officiating Visitation from 2-4 & 6-8 PM Sunday at Niblack Funeral Home, . Please, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a fund for his daughter: Aubrey.

Cecil F. Curtis, 97, of Haslett, died Wed. March 11, 2009 in Charlotte.  He was born April 22, 1911in  Deering,North Dakota to Fred B. & Grace (Wilkinson) Curtis. Mr. Curtis was a 1929 graduate of Fowlerville High School and owned a clothing store in Manchester, Michigan and retired from Jacobson’s Store in East Lansing where he worked in men’s department. He enjoyed reading & playing Euchre Cards. Cecil’s favorite hobby was devoting time to   Kate & Ken. He married Nina H. Pfau, she preceded him in death in October 21,1994. Surviving are his son: Kenwood C. (Helen) Curtis of Kildeer, Ill, Grandson: Ken W.(Amy) Curtis, Great-Granddaughter: Devany Rose Curtis .Granddaughter: Kate M. Curtis- Wirth(Simon),  He was preceded in death by his sister: June Tasker.  Services 1PM Sat. March14 at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Tom Tarpley of Fowlerville First United Methodist Church officiating. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery, Fowlerville. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 11Am until 1PM Saturday.

Leland A. McPherson Sr. age 80, died Sun. March 8, 2009. He was born January 15, 1929 in Shingleton, Mich. to Wilfred and Jessie (Wright) McPherson.  He married Norma M. Phillips on October 14, 1952 , She preceded him in death on July 13, 2005. Mr. McPherson was a heavy equipment operator and an Army veteran of the Korean War and a member of V.F.W. Post #6464, Fowlerville. Surviving are 4 Daughters: Connie (Fred) Smith, Cindy McPherson, Nancy McPherson and Lisa Beckley. Son: Leland A. II, 11 Grandchildren and 11 Great-Grandchildren and 7 brothers & sisters. He was preceded in death by 6 Brothers and Sisters, 2 children: Danny and Corrine and Granddaughter: Corrine Smith. Graveside services 11AM Sat. March 21, 2009 at Sanford Cemetery with military honors provided by V.F.W. Post #6464, Fowlerville, with a luncheon at the V.F.W. Post to follow the graveside services. Arrangements by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel www.niblackfuneralhome.com

 

Mary Patricia (Pat) Preetz, age 69 of Gregory, died Sunday February 22, 2009. She was born  March 24, 1939 . Pat was a retired cook in the Gregory area and over the years has made many wonderful friends. Surviving is her partner James Richmond of 16 Years. Brother: William Bannerman. Children:  Donald (Patricia) Ellis, Richard (Roberta) Ellis,  Kathleen (Norman) Larsen, Joyce (Mark) Morneau, Bill Ellis, Michael (Carrie) Preetz and Tony Preetz,  19 Grandchildren and 14 Great Grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her parents Winifred and Marvin and son: Marvin .Funeral Service will be held 2:00 PM Wed. Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Lloyd Williams of First Baptist Church of Fowlerville officiating. The family received friends from 11AM to 2PM Wed. at the funeral home.

                
  Calvin Labuschewskyage (Bucky LaBush), 60, a lifelong resident of  Howell and Fowlerville, had been battling pancreatic cancer  died Sun. Feb. 15, 2009 at home.  He was born March 10, 1948 in Howell and graduated in 1966 from Howell High School.  He is  Survived  by his wife: Sylvia, Twin Sons: Ronald (Randi) of North Carolina & Donald (Karen) of Fowlerville, Daughter: Lindsay (Jacob) Crabtree of Okemos, and 5 Grandsons. Three Step-children: Tricia (Aaron Belanger) Opper, Tabitha (David) Killebrew and James Opper and 8 step-grandchildren. Also his father: Donald of Howell and 2 sisters: Sue (Rich) Albright and Judy (Dave)  Henderson both of Florida. He was preceded in death by his Mother: Winifred and Grandmother: Fern Schultz. Calvin worked in sales at Universal Electric in Howell for the past 20 years but has been in the electric motor business since his graduation from High School. Cal was a huge NASCAR fan, especially of Jeff Gordon, a great bowler, loved to watch westerns, fishing, and driving his dune buggy.  He will be greatly missed by all his family, neighbors ,many friends and co-workers. Abiding by his wishes , Pastor Steve Malson will be officiating a small service  and his sister and brother-in-law, Sue and Rich Albright will be hosting a memorial  in his honor at the 700 Bowl Bowling Center in South Lyon on Sunday , February 22 at 2 PM. Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Joe’s Mercy Hospice or the Pancreatic Cancer Research Fund . Cremation has taken place.
Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home,
Dillingham Liverance Chapel.

 

Gary F. Benson, 58, of Fowlerville, died Tues. Feb. 10, 2009 at home. He was born May 27, 1950 in Howell to Ralph & Marjorie (Vyes) Benson. He was a 1969 graduate of Howell High School, a member of Grace Lutheran Church in Howell and had worked at Kelsey-Hayes and was a great U of M fan.   He married Marie D. Dickerson at Grace Lutheran Church in 1973.  Gary is survived by his wife: Marie, Daughter: Ann (Kenneth) Clemons of Fowlerville, 2 grandchildren: Adriann & Kendra, parents: Ralph & Marjorie of Howell and sister: Janet See of Florida.  Services 11am Friday at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastors Tom & Sharon Huff of Grace Lutheran Church in Howell officiating. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery.  Visitation 2-4 & 6-8 PM Thursday at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Grace Lutheran Church.

 

Carrie M. Kunde, 23, of Fowlerville, died Thurs. Jan. 29, 2009 at U of M Hospital.  She was born Oct. 10, 1985 in Lansing to Paul Kunde & Elizabeth (Schwedt) Kunde.  She was a 2004 graduate of Fowlerville High School and was about to graduate from MSU with a degree in accounting. Carrie carried a 4.0 GPA and will be remembered for her determination to overcome any obstacle she faced. She loved her family, her dog and going to Disney world .  Surviving are her parents: Elizabeth Kunde and Paul (Karen)   Kunde, sisters: Sarah & her twin sister: Christine, Grandparents:Paula Kunde and Greatgrandfather: Robert Simon and her fiancé: Carl Shaffer.  She was preceded in death by her grandparents: Ralph Kunde and Bill & Joan Schwedt.  Services 11AM Monday at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Rev. Mike Konow    officiating.  Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation 4-8PM Sunday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.p;

Lyvia A. Dickinson, age 8, of Owosso, died Fri. Jan.23, 2009 in an auto accident. She was born Aug. 3, 2000 in Ann Arbor to Larry Dickinson & Deborah (Snyder) Dickinson.She was a 2nd grader at Washington Elementary school. Lyvia is survived by her parents: Deborah Dickinson of Owosso and Larry Dickinson of Fowlerville, Grandparents: Ruth Snyder, and Edith & Raymond Brown. step-sisters: Jerrica & Shyanne Parker and their father: Kevin Parker, many aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her Grandfather: Arthur Snyder. Services 1:00 PM Sat. at Niblack Funeral Home with Rev. Judi Darling of Trinity United Methodist Church officiating. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation  6-8 PM Thurs & 2-4 & 6-8 PM Friday.

 

Judith E. O’Hara, 71 of Livonia, died Feb. 2, 2009 in Howell.  She was born June 7, 1937 in Clarksburg, W.Va. to Lorenzo & Mabel (Sommerville) Nutter.  She was a secretary for Chrysler, a member of Temple Baptist Church and loved to travel.  She was a good Mom & Grandmother. Surviving are her son: Steve (Beth) O’Hara of Brighton, 3 Grandchildren: Erynn, Emma &  Daniel O’Hara, mother: Mabel Nutter and  brother: Craig Nutter. She was preceded in death by her brother: James and Father: Lorenzo “Red” Nutter.  Memorial services will be announced later.  Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel.

 

Walter E.Wallace, 94, of Big Rapids, died Sun. Feb. 1, 2009 in Howell.  He was born Nov. 12, 1914 in Oklahoma.  He married Helen  Lynn and she preceded him in death in 2005.  Walter was a veteran of WWII, serving in the the US Army and employed by the Los Angeles Dept. of Water & Power.  Surviving are his sister: Florence Wallace, 2 grandchildren: Kathy Morlock & Keith Morlock and many nieces & nephews in  Fowlerville and the Riverside area of Southern California. He was preceded in death by his wife: Helen and step-son: James E. Morlock.Services 11AM Sat. at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Rev. Bruce Peterson of  1st Baptist Church of Big Rapids  officiating. Internment in Greenwood Cemetery. www.niblackfuneralhome.com

 

Sharon Harriette Geer West Jackson, 66, of Fowlerville, went to be with her Lord & Savior on Fri. Jan. 30, 2009.  She was born Oct 9, 1942 to Clifford F. & Jean E. (Sherwood) Geer. She was a 1961 graduate of Fowlerville High School.  She married Roger Jackson in Oct. 1972. Sharon had worked at the Fowlerville D & C store and Arbor Drugs.  She  was a member of Hidden Springs Christian Retreat Center and had taught Sunday School for over 30 years and sang in the Choir at Hidden Springs. She was the family letter writer.  Surviving are her husband Roger, 2 daughters: Michelle (Michael) Fawcett & Melanie West, 7 Grandchildren,  4 sisters: Marjorie Williams, Doris “Bonnie” Leverett, Brenda Geer & Barbara Yaroch, and 2 brothers: Walt Geer & Frank Geer, sister- in- law: Margaret “Peg” Geer, her Aunt Harriette Carter (her namesake),  many cousins and nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents and step father: William Harry Gartrell, sister: Norma Giminelli, brother: Allen Geer and step son: E. Duane Jackson. Memorial services will be held at 11:30AM Sunday Feb. 8, 2009 at Hidden Springs Christian Retreat Center with Pastors Jean & Bill Tulip officiating.  Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel.  

 

 

Margaret Jean Maloney, age 44, died Feb. 1, 2009 at Ford Hospital in Detroit.  She was born Aug. 14, 1964 in Detroit to Harold & Mary (Fenton) Maloney. Surviving are her mother & step-father: Mary & Lou Schneider, 9 siblings: Kathleen (Tom) Kane, Susan Brennan, Michael (Tracy)Maloney, Maureen Maloney, Bridget Moore, Patricia (Kevin) Opuda, Sharon (Andy) Robertson, and Brian Maloney and many nieces & nephews.  She was preceded in death by her father: Harold in 1981 and brother: Danny in 1996.  Cremation has taken place. Arrangements by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel

 

Dorothy Louella Hacker, age 86 of Trufant died Wednesday January 28, 2009. She was born May 6, 1922 in Detroit to William & Margaret (Van Horn) O'Brien.  She married Howard Edward Hacker on May 3, 1942 in Fowlerville, She was a bus driver for Howell & Greenville Public Schools and an American Legion Auxiliary member for 55 years.  Surviving are her husband: Howard Edward Hacker
6 Children: Mike (Anita) Hacker, Craig (Sharalene) Hacker, Verta (Mike) Beaudet, LuAnn Hacker, Jim (Sally) Hacker, Steve Hacker.  12  Grandchildren and 13 Great-Grandchildren.   She was preceded in death by her son: Howard, brother: Everett O'Brien and 2 sisters: Helen Struble & Crystal King.Services at Niblack Funeral Home on Sunday ,February 1, 2009 at 2 PM Officiated by Pastor Tim Flickinger . Interment at Sanford Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be made to Hospice of Michigan.

Elizabeth Grace Dibble, 99, of Fowlerville, died in East Lansing on Tues. Jan. 20, 2009.  She was born in Fawn Twp., York Co., Penn. on Sept. 25, 1909 to Fred & Charlotte (Seitter) Jenkins. She married William Harold Dibble, who preceded her in death on Dec. 27, 1982. Grace was a teacher for Lansing Public Schools and a member of Fowlerville First United Methodist Church.  Graveside services will be held                 at Greenwood Cemetery with Pastor Tom Tarpley of Fowlerville First United Methodist Church officiating.  Arrangements by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel (www.niblackfuneralhome.com)

 

Matthew Near, 38, of Fowlerville, died Fri. Jan. 16, 2009. He was born Nov. 17, 1970 in Livonia to Richard & Pauline (Floyd) Near. He was a 1989 graduate of Fowlerville High School. Matt married  Crystal Hutchins at the United Brethren Church on May 17, 2003. He worked for CTI & Assc for 20 years.  He loved to hunt and enjoyed the outdoors. Surviving are his wife Crystal, 2 daughters: Matilyn Joy & Morgan Grace, Mother: Pauline Near, father: Richard Near, 2 brothers: Richard (Susan) and Robert (Theresa), sister: Deborah (Ronald) Eagle, Mother in law: Joyce Hutchins, Father in Law: James Raisigel, Sisters in Law: Charlene (Dave) Bramble and Jennifer Hutchins, 11 nieces and nephews brother in law: John HutchinVisitation will be held at Fowlerville United Brethren Church on Sunday from 3-8PM and Monday Noon-2PM with services 2PM Monday at Fowlerville United Brethren in Christ Church with Pastor Tim Flickinger officiating.Memorial contributions may be made to the Near Family Trust at 1st National Bank. Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel

Anthony J. "Tony" Carusi, 91, of Fowlerville, died Thurs. Jan. 15, 2009 at home.  He was born July 26, 1917 in Detroit to John & Eleanor (Bruno) Carusi.  He maried Lucille Tefft in Fowlerville on July 26, 1952, she preceded in death July 14, 1998.  Tony retired from Oldsmobile, was a member of St. Johns Lutheran Church, was active in the Fowlerville Senior Center and loved to camp.  He was a veteran of the US Army, serving during WWII.  Surviving are 2 daughters: Susan Hath of Webberville, Brenda (Glenn) Sheridan of Fowlerville, son: Todd of Howell 5 Grandsons: Andrew Hath, Jason Hath, Joel Cathey, Ryan Carusi and Branden Cathey, 2 stepgrandchildren: Summer Sheridan and William Sheridan,2 sisters: Carol Saunders and Cecilia Braun and brother: Sam.  He was preceded in death by his daughter:  Michelle Amy Carusi, 3 brothers: Junior, Sandy & Bruno and 3 sisters: Rose, Concetta and Lucy.  Services 11AM Monday at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Charles Krueger of Great Lakes Hospice officiating.  Interment in Greenwood Cemetery with military honors provided by VFW Post #6464. Visitation 2-4 & 6-8 Sunday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Great Lakes Hospice.www.niblackfuneralhome.com

 

Rosa M. Oliver, 89, of Fowlerville, died Tues. Jan. 6, 2009 in Lansing.  She was born Oct. 31, 1919 to George & Anna (Wendel) Sweeten and was married to Ivan E. Oliver in 1936, he preceded her in death in 1970. Rosa was a bus driver for Fowlerville Public Schools for 34 years, retiring in 1995, she then was an active volunteer at Kreeger Elementary School and was active in all the admissions events for athletics. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church of Webberville and  was formerly active with Antrim Baptist Church Surviving are her 4 children: Larry (Gloria) of California, Tom (Carol) of Webberville, Bob (Janice) of Byron and Janet (Dave) Short of Boston, 14 Grandchildren and 19 greatgrandchildren. Visitation will be Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Services 11:30AM Friday at Calvary Baptsit Church with Pastor Scott Gardziella of Calvary Baptist Church and her Son- in- Law:  Pastor Dave Short officiating. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

 

 

 

Steven E. Bowen, 54, of Fowlerville, died  Mon. Jan.2,2009 peacefully at home, surrounded by his children. He was born Jan. 5, 1954 in Howell to Carl & Frances (Reynolds) Bowen.  He married Nancy Green, who preceded him in death on Sept. 22, 2008. Steve retired from the Wixom Ford plant and was a member of Williamston Baptist Church. Surviving are 3 children: Steven C. Bowen, David Bowen and Sarah Bowen, 3 Grandchildren and 3 sisters: Sally (Richard) Wilson, Charlene (John) Kenney and Elana Lewis and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother: Timothy. Services 11 AM  Tuesday at Williamston Baptist Church with Pastor Dan Cavin officiating. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation 2-4 & 6-8PM Monday at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel

Karrie A. Tangney, 40, of Fowlerville, died Mon. Dec. 29,2008. She was born Nov. 14, 1968 in Allen Park to Edward & Gerri (Grodzicki) Smith. She married Steven Tangney at St. Augustine Catholic Church.  She loved her family and animals and enjoyed reading and collecting collectables.
 Surviving are her husband: Steve, 4 children: Chelsea, Colin, Connor & Chad, mother: Gerri Smith of Howell, Sister: Sheila (Martin) Nagel of Howell, brother: Jeff Smith of Linden and many nieces & nephews.   Memorial services 1:00 PM Sat. Jan. 3, 2009 at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel. Memorial contributions may be given to the family for her children's education fund.  

 

 

Iris E. Gamber, 83, of Fowlerville, died Sat. Dec. 27, 2008. She was born Nov. 11, 1925 in Ransom, Mich. to Erwin D. & Elsie R. (Fryman) Dennis.  She married Richard Gamber Dec. 17, 1946 in Hillsdale. Iris was assistant transportation supervisor for Fowlerville Public Schools for 24 years and was a member of Fowlerville First United Methodist Church, the Garden Club and had been active in Girl Scouts. Surviving are her husband: Richard, 4 children: Susan Gamber of Kalamzaoo, Richard "Rick" (Irene Kacieczko) Gamber of Lansing, Mary Jo (Mike) Barrett of Webberville and Marcia Gamber of East Lansing, 4 grandchildren and 2 greatgrandchidren, 3 sisters: Anna Cooley, Frances Gates and Rose Doty. She was preceded in death by 2 brothers: Erwin Dennis & Donald Dennis.  Services 11AM Wed Dec. 31st at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Rev. Tom Tarpley officiating.  Interment in Greenwood Cemetery Memorial contributions may be made to the Family Impact C                                                                              enter.

Obituary: Gerald E. Calhoun, 87,  died Fri. Dec. 26, 2008 near his son’s home in Grosse Ile, Mich. Jerry was a long time resident of both Fowlerville and Grosse Ile,  and since 1998 enjoyed retirement in Ellenton, Fla.  He was born in Jackson on June 24, 1921.  He graduated from Michigan State College with a Chemical Engineering degree and subsequently became licensed as a Professional Engineer.  Mr. Calhoun served in the Europe during World War II as a 1st Lieutenant in the US Army Combat Corp. of Engineers. After the war he worked at the family farm for a number of years before becoming employed as District Staff Engineer for Michigan Water Resources in  South Eastern Michigan for 11 years. He then accepted a position as Staff Engineer Environmental for General Motors Chevrolet Division where he concluded his career after 21 years.  He served in a number of community positions including Chairman of the Handy Township Zoning Board and held numerous positions in the Fowlerville First United Methodist Church.  He also served a President of the Water Pollution Control Association and served on many other professional committees. He is a lifetime Master Mason with Fowlerville Lodge #164 F & AM. He was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years Ada Marie (Lucas) Calhoun who died on June 10, 1998 and son, Rodney who died June 30, 1986 at age 42. Survivors include his son Kim (Jill) of Grosse Ile., 6 grandchildren: Anastasia,Tracy, Darrin, Jennifer, Jason and Jannett and three Great-Grandchildren. Services 11AM Tues at Fowlerville First United Methodist Church with Pastor Tom Tarpley and Pastor Paul Amstutz,  Gerald’s long time friend and prior Pastor of Fowlerville First United Methodist Church officiating. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. The Masonic service was held Mon. Dec. 29 at the Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel.   Memorial contributions may be made to Fowlerville First United Methodist Church or the Michigan Masonic Home.

Barbara Jean Robb, 82, of Fowlerville,died Sat. Dec. 20, 2008. She was born Dec. 2, 1926 in Flint to Zurry & Nellie (Lambert) Belles and was a 1944 graduate of Howell High School. She married George M. Robb in Howell on Feb. 8, 1947.  He preceded her in death on May 13, 2005.  Mrs. Robb was a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church,  Farm Bureau, the Philomathean Club and was a 4-H Leader for many years.  In their later years, she and George spent many winters in Lakeland, Florida.  In addition to raising 8 Children, Jean was a bookkeeper, secretary, breadmaker and peace maker at the Robb farm. Surviving are 2 brothers: DeWayne Belles of Traverse City and James Belles of Williamston, 3 first cousins and 8 children: Susan (Julio) Celadilla of Haines City, Fla. (Leandro & Lilian); Sally (William) Mooney of Davenport, Fla. (Pam & Gwen); Mary Jane Robb of Fowlerville  (Teresa, Jeanna & Elena); Bill (Mary) Robb of Muskegon (Kara, Jeff & Jason); Ross (Cathy) Robb of Portland, Oregon, Patricia (Richard) Hyde of Morley, MI (Shaun, Michelle & Katie); Marge (Mike) Kovacic of DeWitt (Joe, Nick & Steve); Julia (Robert) Herbert of Bolingbrook, Ill. (Alex & Ben)  and  17 Greatgrandchildren. Mom showed us so much strength during her 14 year journey with Alzheimers.  We want to especially thank Zella & Mark Maleitzke for the care of our Mother over the last 4 years.   Services 11:30 Tues. Dec. 23rd at St. Agnes Catholic Church with Fr. James Lothamer officiating. Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Howell. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimers or Livingston Co. 4-H.  Arrangements by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel (www.niblackfuneralhome.com)

 

Bonnie M. Radcliffe, age 97 of Farmington Hills,  died on Dec 19, 2008.  She was born Aug. 3, 1911 in Tamaqua, Penn. To Howard J. & Flossie (Kline) Heilner. She married Harold Radcliffe, who preceded her in death in 1972.  She is survived by many nieces and nephews and cousins.  Memorial services 11AM Fri. Dec. 26 at Niblack Funeral Home with her nephew Rev. Ron Heilner officiating.

Keith  John Anderson “Tarfoot”, , 62, of Fowlerville, died Tues. Dec. 16, 2008 at U of M Hospital.  He was born Dec. 22, 1945.Survived by daughter Rebecca of Fowlerville, Brother Nelson Cypher of Fowlerville, Father John Cypher of Webberville, former wife: Pam House-Anderson of Pinckney and numerous cousins throughout Michigan , Nebraska and Nevada. Preceded in death by mother Stella (Paige) Cypher. Keith was born in Detroit, Michigan moving to Fowlerville in 1959 when the family purchased a small farm on Gregory Road. This remained his home for the  balance of his life. Keith attended  Fowlerville Schools, graduating in 1963 and then had a long and varied career. This included General Motors, self-employment as a semi owner-operator and most recently as Handy Township Zoning Administrator. Family and Friends will long remember the fun loving antics of “Tarfoot”. Services 11AM Sat. Dec. 20 at St. Agnes Catholic Church with Fr. James Lothamer officiating.  Visitation Friday 2-4 and 6-8 PMat the Funeral Home. The Rosary will be recited at 7:30 PM Friday at the funeral home. Interment will be at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Fowlerville, Michigan. Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Norman Ronald Wimbrow Jr., 45, of Fowlerville died at home Mon. Dec. 15, 2008. He was born Jan. 14, 1963 to Norman Ronald Sr. & Pat (Caswell) Wimbrow. He married Theresa Prebble in Howell in 1986. He owned Landshaper Inc. and loved fishing, working with flowers and carpentry, he was also a great cook and enjoyed making any kind of cake. Surviving are his wife Theresa, daughter: Danielle, parents; Ron & Pat, 6 siblings: Gayle (Denver) Jones, Carol Wimbrow, Rosie (Chris) Kane, Morgan Wimbrow, Jesse (Amy) Wimbrow and Dallas (Connie) Wimbrow many aunts, uncles, cousins and nieces and nephews. Services 11AM Friday at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Ron Walker of New Life Community Church of Brighton officiating. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Great Lakes Hospice.

Grace H.  Adams,86, Fowlerville, died December 13, 2008 Saturday at home. She was born July 24, 1922 in Detroit to Harry & Gladys Hearn. She married Charles Adams on February 6, 1942 in Detroit. She enjoyed flowers, knitting and birds.She is survived by her husband of 66 years: Charles
2 Children: MaryAnn (Jeff) Roberts of Fowlerville and Linda (Tom) Norman of Katy, Tx. 13 Grandchildren and 15 Great-Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son: Jerry in 2005.Services Tues. Dec. 16, 2008 at 1:00 PM at the Niblack Funeral Home Dillingham Liverance chapel with her Grandson: Rev. Scott Szalwinski officiating. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery.thefamily will recieve friends on Monday 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Memorial Contributions maybe made to Great Lakes Hospice or Alzheimers.

Martin L. Wise Sr., age 93 of Fowlerville.Passed away on December 11 ,2008 in Fowleville, Michigan. He was born October 11, 1915 to Vincent And Antoinette (Wasik) Wise. He married Inez M. (Bohm) on December 2, 1936, they were married 71 years when she preceded him in death on February 19, 2008. He worked for many years as a dairy farmer, he loved to farm and enjoyed all the animals. He was member of St. Agnes Catholic Church were he was head usher for many years.
Surviving are 3 sons: Arnold (Louise) of Fowlerville, Martin "Lenny"(Bonnie) Jr. of Fowlerville,Larry (Norene) of Fowlerville. 2 Daughters: Deanna (Kyle) Cruse of Higgings Lake, Marsha (Alan) Walsh of Fowlerville. 13 Grandchildren, 27 Great-Grandchildren and 5 Great-Great-Grandchildren.
The family will recieve friends Friday December 12 from 2-4 and 6-8 with a Rosary at 7 PM Friday evening. the Funeral Mass 10AM Sat. Dec. 13 at St. Agnes Catholic Church. Interment is at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel

LaVern  F.  Schafer , age 83 of St. Helen died on Thursday December 11, 2008 in Howell,  He was born July 20, 1925 in Grand Rapids and married Norma Jean Hemsil on 1946 in Ferndale.She preceded him in death December 8, 2007. He was a WWII veteran , serving in the US Army. Surviving are 4 children: Vern (Toni) of Brighton, Gordon (Billie Jo) of Ann Arbor, Sandra (Sam) Weber of Novi,  Heidi (Ron) Wilkie of Fowlerville. 10 Grand children and 12 Great-Grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Norma and Son Jay. A Memorial Service will be held Sat. Dec. 13 at 3PM at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel, Fowlerville. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimers. 

John F. Eldridge, 87, of Fowlerville, died Fri. Dec. 12, 2008.  He was born March 9,1921 in Bear Lake, MI to Fred & Grace Eldridge. He married Dora I. Merrill in 1939 and she preceded him in death in 1998. He was a dairy farmer, active politican in Iosco Twp.,  a Deacon and long time Sunday School Teacher at Mason Road Baptist Church.   Surviving are 2 daughters: Carol (Larry) Wammack of Yuma, Az. and Nancy Hester of Lansing, 8 Grandchildren, 23 Greatgrandchildren and 8 Greatgreatgrandchildren and 2 sons in law: Paul Cozart & David Acker. He was preceded in death by 3 daughters: Carrie Eldridge, Dorothy Cozart and Joan Acker, granddaughter: Teresa Marie Lang brother: Phil and sister: Ruth Crandell and son in law: Eual Hester.  Services 1:30 PM Monday, Dec. 15 at Mason Road Baptist Church with Pastor Mark Jones officiating. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel

Gladys Marie Harmon,96, of Fowlerville, died December 6,2008 at Independence Village in Brighton.  She was born August 15, 1912 to Merrill and Edith Gallup at their farm home near Pinckney, Michigan. She was their 7th child. The family had 12 children 6 boys: Walter, Earl, Robert, Harold and Arthur.6 Girls: Florence Swarthout, Myrtle Blaham, Hazel Rogers, Lois Brewbaker, Edith Irene Gallup and Betty Esch. Surviving are 2 children: Joyce (Stan) Lockwood and Thomas (Sandra) Harmon, 7 Grandchildren, 12 Greatgrandchildren and 11 Greatgreatgrandchildren, sister: Lois Brewbaker. She was preceded in death by her husband: Gordon, Grandson: Steve Lockwood, daughter-in-law: Jane Harmon and 10 brothers & sisters.  Gladys had many talents, she was an avid reader and writer and a great pie maker. She married J. Gordon Harmon on September 29, 1929. They lived in Howell, Michigan for 5 years before they moved to Fowlerville where Gordon and a partner purchased the Fowlerville Review. Gordon sold his interest in 1935 to enter the Real Estate Business with Gladys, which they operated  for 32 years at Fowlerville main four cornors, selling many farms and homes in the area. On retirement they spent 20 winters in Arizona where Gladys enjoyed college classes and many activities and golfing with Gordon. Their Sun City home had many Fowlerville guests and family visitors.
She was a member of the O.E.S., Fowlerville 1st United Methodist Church and Philomathean Club.
Services 11AM Thurs. Dec. 11,2008 at Fowlerville 1st United Methodist Church with Pastor Tom Tarpley officating. The Family will receive visitors from 2-4 and 6-8 PM Wed. at the Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel. Burial will be at Greenwood cemetery joining her husband J. Gordon Harmon. Her Grandson Steven Lockwood's ashes will be buried with her.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Fowlerville Family Impact Center.

Elwood Lyle Miller age 87, of Fowlerville, died Nov. 29, 2008. He was born August 30, 1921 in Yorba Linda, California to  Don & Grace (Winchel)  Miller.   He married June Luttermoser on July 18, 1947.She preceded him in death in  2004. Survived by Children: Jack of Fowlerville, Stephen (Jenna) of Browerville, Minnesotta, Pam (Steve) Munsell of Fowlerville, James of Howell, Grace of Grand Rapids,8 Grandchildren and 1 Great-Grandchild, sister: Eileene of Clarksburg, California. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers: Horace & Jack.
Lyle served in the 503rd Parachute Infantry Regiment in the South Pacific in World War II. Wounded in the re-taking of Corregidor, he recuperated at Dibble Hospital in Menlo Park, California, where he met June. He retired from General Motors at the Proving Grounds in Milford Michigan. He lived in Mesa, Az for the last 19 years. Cremation has taken place.  Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel.

Frances Lorraine Poch, age 86 of Howell, passed away on Wed. Dec. 3, 2008. She was born November 11, 1922 in Racine, Wisc. to William & Marie (Felber) Kozin. She married Orval Poch on Oct. 26, 1946 in Detroit. She enjoyed gardening, reading and taking trips to Northern Michigan on the weekends. 
Surviving are Husband: Orval
2 Daughters: Cindy Lewis and Cheryl Poch of Howell.Son: Timothy J. Poch of Virginia,
4 Grandchildren: J.J. Lewis of Alexandria,VA.,Michele Lewis of Howell, Amanda Poch & Aaron Poch of Virginia, Greatgrandchild: Summer Frances  of Howell.Memorial service Sat. Dec. 6, 2008 at 1PM at the Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with  Pastor Tim Flickinger of Fowlerville United Brethren in Christ Church officiating.

Alma Davis, 82, of Springfield, Missouri, formerly of Howell, died Sat. Nov.22, 2008. She was born Jan. 11, 1926 in Louisville, Ky. To Christ & Wanda (Schmaltz) Schram and married Owen Davis May 9, 1947 in Fowlerville, he preceded her in death in 1991.  Surviving are 6 children: Kenneth Davis of Houston, Karen Rodriguez of Houston, Leslie Davis Springfield, Mo., Carl Davis of Houston, Lesa Mullen of Springfield and Celeste Richardson of California, many grandchildren and greatgrandchildren and sister: Adele Bowman.  Services 11AM Friday at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with interment in Miller Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to the family.                                                                                                         

Walter L. Maleizke, age 91 of Fowlerville, passed away at the Allegiance Hospice in Jackson, Mi on November 11, 2008.
He was born August 25, 1917 in Conway Township, the son of Lewis and Merle (Coffey) Maleizke, widower of the late Esther (Herbert) Maleizke (2006) whom he married in 1939.
Father of Phyllis (deceased), Sherry (Mike) Higgins of Portage, Stanley (Josephine) of Raleigh NC, Judy (Bill) Devine of Concord, Gordon (Sue) and Connie (Robert) Coon both of Fowlerville, Also survived by many Grandchildren , Great-grandchildren and Great-great-grandchildren.
Walter was a retired farmer and had been active and held offices in the Fowlerville Lutheran Church, Farm Bureau, Livingston County Soil Conservation and Cohoctah Township.  One of the highlights of his life was a goodwill trip that he and Esther took to many foreign countries through Michigan State University.
Funeral Services were held Saturday November 15, 2008 at the Lutheran Church in Fowlerville.
Rev. Ronald Rein officiating. Burial took place at Greenwood Cemetery, Fowlerville. Arrangements handled by Niblack Funeral Home Dillingham-Liverance Chapel. Donations may be made to the Fowlerville Lutheran Church or the Allegiance Hospice of Jackson. 

Mary Alice Scheirer, age 61,  Fowlerville, formerly of Toledo, died Tues. Nov. 11, 2008. She was born March 28, 1947 in Detroit to Arthur & Alice M. (Eddington) Watson. She married Jerome M. Scheirer in Toledo. She worked for Oracle Packaging in Toledo. Surviving are her 2 sons: Jeffery Leach & Randolph Kelsch, 3 brothers: Dale (Lori) Addington of Lakeland, Florida, Thomas (Connie) Watson of Howell and Glen Watson of Houston, 2 sisters: Toni (Anthony) Matier of Fowlerville and Helen Thomas of Hartland, many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Jerome, her parents and 2 sisters: Gail & Terry. Services 10AM Friday, Nov. 14 at the Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Fr. James Lothamer SS officiating.

Frank Pietrowski,   age 78   of Fowlerville, passed away on November 10, 2008. He was born Feb. 21, 1930 in Detroit and married Ivka Valentic in 1969 in Croatia. Frank worked for Stanley Tool in Fowlerville and was a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife: Ivka and many nieces and nephews. Services 11AM Thursday  at St. Agnes Catholic Church with Fr. James Lothamer SS officiating with interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Fowlerville. The family will receive friends at the church from 9AM until service time. Memorial contributions may be made to Catholic Social Services. Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel.                              

Darlene E. Marrow, 67,Howell, died Sun. Nov. 9, 2008.  She was born Feb. 20, 1941 in Detroit to John & Colleen (Chambers) Donaldson. She worked at Danice Manufacturing, loved to bowl, fish, watch the Red Wings and going to the casino. Surviving are 3 children: Phillip Cook of Wolverine Lake, Tom Cook of Morrice and William Marrow Jr. of Ft. Lauderdale, Mother: Colleen Donaldson of Livonia, 2 step children: Louis Marrow & Sherry Marrow, 11 Grandchildren & 3 Greatgrandchildren, 2 sisters: Sharon Glenn of Royal Oak & Sandra Smith of Howell & brother: Louis Donaldson and special friend & former husband William Marrow Sr. and many nieces and nephews.   She was preceded in death by her father: John Donaldson.         Services 11AM Wed. at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Stephens Minister Ed Casser & Assistant Chaplain Irene Casser officiating.l

 

Suzan M. Strzalkowski, age 51, of Williamston, passed away at home on Monday Nov. 3, 2008. She was born June 9, 1957 to Paul M. & Loretta M. (Kenny) Walker and married Ronald Strzalkowski on April 30, 1976. She is survived by her husband, Ron, 6 Children: Elizabeth (Bradley) Moyle and Ronald Strzalkowski.,Stacy (Charles) Jenkins, Marion (Jim) Palmer, Jennifer Strzalkowski & Adam (Ashley) Strzalkowski, 4 Grandchildren: Rebakah & Alex Jenkins and Curren and Brett Palmer, 8 Brothers and Sisters, many Nieces and Nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and Brother: Joe. Services 10 Am Thursday at St. Agnes Catholic Church with Fr. Karl Pung and Fr. James Lothamer co- celebrating. Arrangements by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham-Liverance Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Visitation: 2-8 PM Wednesday with a Rosary recited at 7:30 PM Wednesday evening.

Dorotha B. Monroe, 89, of Fowlerville, died Tuesday November 4, 2008. She was born June 30, 1919 in Conway Township to Orla B. & Minnie A. (Van Camp) Hall and was a 1937 graduate of Fowlerville High School. She married George Monroe on April 10, 19141. Dortha was a member of the VFW Auxiliary and Order of the Eastern Star #277 and the American Legion Auxiliary #215, She was an avid supporter of Fowlerville and enjoyed bingo, the casino and crafts. Dortha worked at many local businesses, including her family's H.M. & G. Grain and Feed, Lintemuths, Oral Mack, Mason State Band and Michigan State University. Surviving are her Husband of 67 years, Goerge and 4 children: Karen (Dennis) Jacobs of Lansing, Nelson (Marie) Monroe of Lansing, Dennis (Barb Parish)Monroe of Fowlerville and Carol (Robert) Johnson of Howell, 15 Grandchildren and  27    Great-Grandchildren and one Great-Great-Grandchild and a sister: Virginia Yozamp. She was preceded in death by her brother: James Hall and Grandson:Ssgt Greg McCoy. Services 11 AM Monday, November 10, 2008 at Niblack Funeral Home, Dilligham-Liverance Chapel, Fowlerville.  Interment at Greenwood Cemetery.The family will recieve friends from 2-4 Saturday Nov. 8 and 2-4 &6-8 PM on Sunday, Eastern  Star Service 3:30 PM Sunday, V.F.W. Auxiliary service 7:30 PM Sunday.Memorial Contributions may be made to the Fowlerville Senior Center or Hospice House of Lansing.

Norma Bjorn age 99, of Fowlerville, Formerly of Redford, died Oct. 23, 2008 in Ann Arbor. She was born July 28, 1909 in Chassell, MI to Warner & Anna (Saari) Gummerus and Married Albert Doss who preceded her in death in 1992.She is survived by 3 children: Gerald Doss, Ardyth Davison & Marilynn Davison, 8 Grandchildren and 12 Great-Grandchildren. and 2 sisters: Norma Biorn &Catherine Virginia Heltnnen and her Brother: Robert Gummerus. She was preceded in death by 2 sisters: Marie Pentland and Jean Bennett. Services 11 AM Mon, October 27, 2008 at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Richard Schroeder of St. John's Lutheran Church officiating. Interment in Glen Eden Cemetery.

 

Louise Jean Hellwege,”Jeannie”, 81, of Fowlerville,Mich. died . Oct. 11, 2008.  She was born March 7, 1927 in Tioga, West Virginia to Arch & Clara P. (Cutlip) Legg.  She married Herbert Raymond Hellwege who survives her. She was a member of Hidden Springs Christian Retreat Center. Surviving are her husband: Ray, Daughter: Wendy Sue Row of Laramie, Wyoming, 2 grandchildren: Rachel Dunleavy of Penn, and Staff Sgt. Mark James Row of Fowlerville and 6 brothers & sisters Lula Bell Mullins of Craigsville, W.Va., Bonnie Sue Thorton of N. Carolina, Paula Mullins of Craigsville,W.Va., John Huston Legg of Bancroft, Phillip Lee Legg of Howell and Gerald Allen Legg of Craigsvill W.Va.  She was preceded in death by her son:EFN William James Brown and 6 brothers & sisters.     Services 11:00 AM Wednesday Oct. 15, 2008 at Niblack Funeral Home, Memorial contributions may be made to Livingston Community Hospice.
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Lt. Col Michael T. Wagar, 57 of Canton,  died Sept. 24, 2008. He was born Dec. 13, 1951 in Detroit to Bernard T. & Doris (Smith) Wagar.  He retired from the Detroit Police Dept. after 25 years of service and served as a Lt. Col. In the U.S. Air Force, Dept. Commander for the 927th Maintenance group at Selfridge Air Force base.   Surviving are 3 daughters: Vanessa (Tony) Spagnuolo of Whitmore Lake, Michelle (Guy) Ott of Fowlerville and Samantha Wagar (fiancé: Michael Krause) of Fowlerville, 2 Grandchildren: Robert Wagar & Jackson Ott and 2 Grandchildren “on the way”: Giavanna Spagnuolo & Quinn Ott,4 brothers: Joseph (Judy) Wagar, Daniel (Carolyn) Wagar, Paul Wagar, James Wagar, 2 sisters: Connie (Dave) Talo and Beth (Scott) Clauser and many nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents and 2 brothers:Robert & Patrick. Services 10AM Sat. Sept. 27 at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Fr. James Lothamer of St. Agnes Catholic  Church officiating.  Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

Nancy Green-Bowen, 49, of Fowlerville, passed away Sept. 22, 2008 in Ann Arbor.  She was born March 18, 1959 in Ann Arbor to William Henry & Ila (Emmons) Green.She graduated from Howell High School in 1977 and married  Steven Bowen.  Nancy was a caregiver and loved animals.   Surviving are her husband Steven, Mother: Ila M.Green, 3 step-children: Steven Bowen, David Bowen and Sarah Bowen and 3 step-grandchildren and 2 aunts:Marion Saelens and Evelyn Brayton. She was preceded in death by her father: Henry Green.  Services 11AM Thursday at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Larry Schwarck officiating. The family will receive friends from 2-4 & 6-8 Wednesday. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery 

Charles Henry Reason Jr. 79, of Fowlerville, died Sat. Sept. 13, 2008.  He was born June 21, 1929 in Pinckney to Charles Henry Sr & Ila May (Wilcox) Reason. He married Joyce Kathryn (Beardslee) on March 15, 1952. He was a long time resident of Fowlerville and worked as a builder for his own company in Fowlerville.  He loved  woodworking, hunting and gardening.  He is survived by his wife Joyce , Brother Henry Jay Reason and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his daughter:Kathryn Lynn Cochran in 2003.  Cremation has taken place, Visitation for family and friends Sunday Sept. 21 from 2-4 PM at the Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with military honors at the graveside services Monday September 22 at 1 PM at Greenwood Cemetery, Fowlerville. 

Myrtle M. Ebert, 88, of Fowlerville, died Sat. Sept. 13, 2008.  She was born March 13, 1920in Williamston to George & Mildred (Mulholland) Tobias  and married Earl L. Ebert in Fowlerville on Dec. 2, 1941, he preceded her in death on Jan. 1, 2004. Myrtle was a teacher for Fowlerville Schools for many years, retiring in 1985. Surviving are 3 children:  Lanny (Diane) Ebert of Eaton Rapids, Gary (Corinna) Ebert of Anaheim, Cal. & Kathleen Chernoby of Fowlerville, 14 Grandchildren and 10 Greatgrandchildren and her sister: Flossie Blocker. She was preceded in death by her daughter: Sharon Strickwerda, 2 grandsons, 2 sisters and 1 brother Services 11AM Wed at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Rev. Richard Schroeder of St. Johns Lutheran Church officiating.  Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Diabetes Assc.

Donald Allen Cleary,70, of Perry, formerly of Fowlerville, died Thurs. Sept. 11,2008 after a courageous battle with cancer.  He was born Jan. 17, 1938 at the family farm in Gladwin to Robert Charles & Dorothy Mary (Raymond) Cleary. He married Mary Ann Maciejewski, she survives him.  Don worked for Canteen Vending for over 30 years and was a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church, Fowlerville, St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Morrice and All Saints Catholic Church in Flint and the Knights of Columbus.  He was a  veteran of the US Air Force, serving from1957 to 1960.  Surviving are his wife of 44 years, Mary Ann Cleary of Howell, 2 sons: Steven (Rachel) of Stockbridge and Jeffrey (Marsha) of Morristown, Tenn., He was Grandfather “Papa Don” to Michael & Charlie Cleary of Tenn and Devin & Maddie Cleary of Michigan; and his loving brother: John “Jack” Cleary of  Beaverton brother-in-law & sister-in-law: Robert & Alice Maciejewski of Mt. Clemens, Mich., Uncle Robert Raymond of Florida and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister: Barbara Cleary. Services will be held 11:00 Saturday at St. Agnes Catholic Church with Fr. James Lothamer and Fr. John Bosko officiating with interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.  Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel, Fowlerville.

Beverly A. Hughes, 65, Fowlerville, died Sunday Aug. 24, 2008. She was born July 20, 1943 in Detroit to Ernest & Leah (Dahlka) Montavon.  Beverly was a commercial loan officer for First National Bank, Secretary/Treasurer for Hughes Surveying and was a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church.  Surviving are her husband: Darrell, Daughter: Holly Anne (Aaron) Pressel of Brighton, 2 grandchildren: Emma Louise Pressel and Aiden Aaron Pressel, Sister: Marilyn D’Alessandro and mother Leah Montavon.  Services will held 10AM Thursday at St. Agnes Catholic Church with Father James Lothamer officiating with interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.  Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel. 

 

Ruth H. Winn, 93, of Fowlerville died Friday, July 25, 2008.  She was born Feb. 1, 1915 in Detroit to William & Selma (Busch) Voss.  She was employed at Wrigleys and Great Scott grocery stores, retiring in 1977. She was a member of St. Johns Lutheran Church and loved to travel.  Dear mother of Marion Darlene (William) Seaton of Fowlerville and Wayne L. (Sandie) Winn of Livonia, many grandchildren, greatgrandchildren and great-greatgrandchildren and sister-in-law: Gertie Voss.  She was preceded in death by her daughter: Ruth A. Umfleet and 2 sons: William T. Laing and Robert J. Laing.  Services were held 1:00 PM Monday at the Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Richard Schroeder of St. Johns Lutheran Church officiating.  Interment in Glen Eden Cemetery, Livonia. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 10AM until service time. www.Niblack Funeral Home.com   

 

Donnie Norine Grover,  74 , of Fowlerville, died Thursday April 24, 2008. She was born August 22, 1933 in Fowlerville  to Lyle J. & Laura Ruth (Saum) Glover. She was a 1951 graduate of Fowlerville High School, was a member of St. Johns Lutheran Church and worked at Citizens Insurance Co.   She married Duane Grover on May 17, 1957, he preceded her in death in 1980. She is survived by her brother: L.Roy Glover and several nieces and nephews.  Donnie was also preceded in death by her sister: Bonnie Redinger and brother: Kenneth Glover  Services will be at held 11AM Monday April 28, 2008 at St. Johns Lutheran Church with Pastor Richard Schroeder officiating.  Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation 2-4 & 6-8 Sunday at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel

Daisy Bean, 84, of Fowlerville, died Mon. Aug. 11, 2008 in Lansing. She was born Feb. 1, 1924 in Graysville, Tenn to Walter & Ellen (Doss) Morgan.  She lived and worked in Battle Creek and Coldwater.  She married George Bean on July 17, 1953.  Daisy resided in Fowlerville for 4 years and enjoyed working in her flowers, playing cards, doing puzzles and visiting with her family and  friends.  Surviving are 3 daughters: Linda Murphy of Sherwood, Pamela (Chet) Merwin of Paw Paw and Susan (Joe) Rogers of Fowlerville, 6 grandchildren, 4 greatgrandchildren and several nieces and nephews and many friends.  She was preceded in death by her husband: George, 3 sisters, 5 brothers and 1 greatgrandson.  Memorial services will be held
August 16 , 2008 Saturday at 11 AM  at the Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Tom Tarpley of Fowlerville First United Methodist Church officiating.

Eloise E. Knight, 70, of Fowlerville, diedJuly 28, 2008.  She was born July 20, 1938 in Tracy, Minn. To Roy & Beulah (Bangasser) Gleason.  She married Thomas Knight June 7, 1958 in Currie, Minn.  Eloise retired as a bookkeeper for Auto Owners Insurance, was a devoted member of St. Agnes Catholic Church in Fowlerville where she served on the Altar Society and as a Eucharistic Minister and the Facilities Committee. She was a very active member of the Livingston County American Red Cross where she served as a Disaster Services Volunteer.  Surviving are her husband: Tom, 2 children: Julie (Michael) Tobin & Charles (Bonnie) Knight, both of Stockbridge, 4 grandchildren: Elena, Victoria and Connor Tobin and Adam Knight, 2 sisters: Lee Ann Lofgren of Camden and Valorie Gleason of Milan.  She was preceded in death by her parents and brother: Lowell Gleason.  Memorial services will be held August 7, 2008 at 11 AM at St. Agnes Catholic Church with Fr. Fancis George officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Livingston County Chapter of the American Red Cross or the St. Agnes Life Center Building Fund.  Arrangments by the Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel

Lillian L. Arnold, 72, of Haslett,   formerly of Fowlerville,died Wed. July 30, 2008.  She was born Sept. 17, 1935 to Gustav & Ottilla (Krieger) Look.  She married Douglas Arnold Sr. on June 30, 1956 in Angola. She worked for the Fowlerville Review, Fisher Abrasive in Howell, Cars & Concepts in Brighton and retired from ASC in Lansing where she was known as “Mother Arnold”.  Lillian was a member of Memorial Lutheran Church in Williamston.  She liked going to the casino, fishing, gardening & spending time with her grandchildren. Surviving are her husband: Douglas, 3 children: Debby (Bruce) Holbrook of Bell Oak, Kelly (Mike) Clark of Dimondale, Douglas Jr. (Julie) of Webberville, 6 grandchildren: Brooke, Jereme, Alyssa,  Jarad, Mary & Nicole and  many neices & nephews.  She was preceded in death by 2 brothers: Gus Look & Ed Look, 5 sisters: Pauline Marquardt, Lydia Milford, Martha Panko  Helen Tobia & Joyce Baldwin. Services will be held 11AM Tuesday Aug. 5th at Memorial Lutheran Church in Williamston with Pastor David Voss officiating.  Interment in Webberville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Visiting Nurse Hospice. The family will receive friends at the Niblack Funeral Home,Dillingham Liverance Chapel from 6-8PM Sunday and 2-4 & 6-8 Monday .   www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Ruth H. Winn, 93, of Fowlerville died Friday, July 25, 2008.  She was born Feb. 1, 1915 in Detroit to William & Selma (Busch) Voss.  She was employed at Wrigleys and Great Scott grocery stores, retiring in 1977. She was a member of St. Johns Lutheran Church and loved to travel.  Dear mother of Marion Darlene (William) Seaton of Fowlerville and Wayne L. (Sandie) Winn of Livonia, many grandchildren, greatgrandchildren and great-greatgrandchildren and sister-in-law: Gertie Voss.  She was preceded in death by her daughter: Ruth A. Umfleet and 2 sons: William T. Laing and Robert J. Laing.  Services were held 1:00 PM Monday at the Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Richard Schroeder of St. Johns Lutheran Church officiating.  Interment in Glen Eden Cemetery, Livonia. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 10AM until service time. www.Niblack Funeral Home.com   

Stanley “Jake” C. Steele, 70, of Vestaburg, died Sunday July 27, 2008 in Chapel hill, N. Carolina.  He was born June 7, 1938 in Ann Arbor to J. Howard & Josephine (Johns) Steele.  He was a 1956 graduate of Fowlerville High School.  He married Denise Rife.   Surviving are his wife Denise “Denny”, 4 children:    Services 11AM Thursday at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel interment in Richland Twp. Cemetery, Vestaburg, l.

Dorothy L. Shelton, 96, of Fowlerville, died Saturday July 19, 2008.  She was born July 29, 1911 in Adrian to Cicero & Catherine (Butler) Shaw. She was a 1930 graduate of Adrian High School.  She married Max R. Shelton in Adrian in 1934 and he preceded her in death in 1986.  Surviving are 2 sons: William R. Shelton of Florence, Kentucky and James Shelton of Aransas,Texas, daughter: Catherine (Richard) Rich of Japan, 4 Grandchildren and 4 Greatgrandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her daughter Evelyn and sister: Delaphine Shelton.  Services will be held 1:00Wed at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Mark Jones of Mason Road Baptist Church officiating. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. wwwniblackfuneralhome.com

 

Keith E. Huck Sr., 80, of Howell, died Tuesday July 15, 2008.  He was born May 3, 1928 in.  He was a 1945 graduate of Fowlerville High School and serviced in the US Army Air Corp. He was a milk hauler for many years.  He married Vondell “Skip” Kingsley on.  Surviving are his wife Vondell, 4 children:Jan (Bill) Falls, Keith (Darlene) Huck Jr.,

Richard A. Outwater , 75,of  Fowlerville. Died July 18, 2008in Howell.  He was born July 16, 1933 in Conway Township to Garrett & Mary (Schwohl) Outwater.  He was a 1953 graduate of Fowlerville High School and  an operating engineer for Parson’s Construction, a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church and a veteran of the US Army.  Surviving are 2 children: Mary Sholty of Fowlerville and Micheal Outwater of Lansing, 4 step-children: Bunny Lockwood, Timothey (Marian) Lockwood, Danny Lockwood all of Fowlerville and Jeffrey (Barb) Lockwood of Howell, former wife: Nancy Currier, 14 Grandchildren,and 10 Greatgrandchildren He was preceded in death by 1 brother and 4 sisters.  Services will be 11AM Monday at the Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Fr. James Lothamer of St. Agnes Catholic Church officiating.  Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.  Visitation 1-4PM Sunday at the funeral home.

Nona Fyrciak, age 74, of Fowlerville, passed away on July 8, 2008 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. She was born April 4, 1934 in Detroit to Dimetri & Helen I. (Farkash) Shirak.  She married George Fyciak Jr. on Sept. 4, 1955 in Detroit.  She was a 4-H leader and liked to knit and crochet.
Surviving are: Husband: George ,3 Children: George Richard , Dawn    M.  Fyrciak and Hope H. Fyrciak, grandson: Jacob Fyrciak-Lincoln,    and her twin sister: Nadia Bakan of Illinois.  She was preceded in death by 2 brothers: William Shirak and Mitchell Shirak.  The memorial service will be held at the family farm, 6945 Owosso Rd., Fowlerville on Sunday July 20 from 1-4PM with Rev. Doug Davis officating.  Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel.

George G. Mitchell Jr., 69, of Fowlerville, died Tuesday July 8, 2008. He was born August 19, 1938 in Detroit, Michigan to George Sr. and Eileen (Dempsey) Mitchell . He worked as a Detail Pattern Maker and was very active in his Union..   Surviving are 3 children: Michael (Kari) Mitchell of Fowlerville, Patti (David)Mahan of South Lyon and Mary Mitchell of Cascade Maryland,6 Grandchildren and sister: Judith Franklin of Imlay City. He was preceded in death by sister: Betty Markham of Okemos. Graveside  Services will be held 11:00 AM Saturday at Leek Cemetery in Okemos, Michigan. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Advantage of Lansing.
Arrangements by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel.

Eva M. Cheney , formerly of Fowlerville and Round Lake in Mecosta, died June 18, 2008. She was born July 16, 1922 in Fenton to Harmon & Muriel (McAlister) Straugh. She married Elwood C. Cheney on May 8, 1939, he preceded her in death in 1998. Surviving are her Daughter: Patricia Pritchett of Lansing, Son: Robert (Sharon) Cheney of Lake Orion, 4 Grandchildren: Robert Gallagher, David Cheney, Ryan Cheney, and Kristen Cheney. 2 Great-Grandchildren, 2 Brothers: Paul Straugh and Don Straugh, 3 sisters: Helen, Joyce and Mary Jane. She was preceded in death by her sister: Ila. Graveside services were held at Greenwood Cemetery on Saturday July 12, 2008 at 1 PM. Arrangements entrusted to Niblack Funeral Home. www.niblackfuneralhome.com

Francis Xavier “Frank” Brower, age 85, of Fowlerville, Mich.,formerly of Kelliher, Minn., died Wed. June 11. 2008.   He was born Sept. 21, 1922 in Doster, Michigan to David & Rose (Shinevar) Brower and married Loita Jones in Escanaba in 1948, she preceded him in death in 1997.  He retired from United Airlines and was a veteran of the US Army in WWII, receiving a Purple Heart and an Oak Leaf Cluster. He was an active member of the V.F.W., American Legion, DAV and NRA .  Surviving are 3 sons: David of Reston, Va, Gary of Kelliher, Minn and Randy of California, 8 Grandchildren, 2 Greatgrandchildren, brother: Hank  and 7 sisters:Vera Liechti, Neva Paye  Marion Hannifan , Carol Perkins, Rosemary Elliott , Joann Perkins and Katherine Lucas  and many nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his wife Loita and Granddaughter: Christa. Memorial  Services will be held at St. Agnes Catholic Church, Fowlerville Mich. 10AM Sat. June 21st.  Arrangments by Niblack Funeral Home, 517-223-8656

Elizabeth T. “Betty” Roycraft, 88, of Fowlerville, died Monday June 9, 2008.  She was born June 11, 1919.  She married Duane Roycraft Sr. on Jan. 23, 1942 and he preceded her in death Sept. 27, 2000. She was a member of Fowlerville First United Methodist Church.  Surviving are her son: Duane (Mary) Roycraft Jr. of White Lake, Daughter: Frances O’Neill of Greenville, South Carolina and 6 Grandchildren.  Services will be held 11AM Friday at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Tom Tarpley of Fowlerville First United Methodist Church offiating.  Memorial contributions may be made to the church.  Visitation 6-8 PM Thursday at the funeral home.

Margaret Theriault, 81, of Fowlerville, died Tuesday May 27, 2008. She was born January 4, 1927 in Detroit, Michigan to Robert and Elizabeth (Stephen) Hislop .  She married William R. Theriault on June 10 , 1950 in Detroit, Michigan. He preceded her in death on December 26, 2001. She was an active member of St. Agnes Catholic Church. She loved her kids and grandchildren and great-grandchildren very much.   Surviving are 6 children:Mary (Donald) Burkett of Houghton Lake, Cheryl Forester of Webberville, William Jr. (Annie) of Webberville, Robert of Webberville, Dawn (Bill) Bradfield of Brighton ,Albert of Fowlerville, 22 Grandchildren and 5 Great-Grandchildren, Brother: Steve Hislop of Redford. She was preceded in death by 3 brothers and 1 sister.   Services will be held 11:00 AM Saturday at St. Agnes Catholic Church .  The family will receive friends on Friday  2-4 and 6-8 PM. Rosary Friday evening at 7 PM. Interment will be at Mt. Olivet cemetery in Fowlerville.
Arrangements by Niblack Funeral Home.

William H. Tinsley, 55, of Fowlerville, died Sat. May 24, 2008.  He was born Oct 26, 1952 in Howell to James E. Tinsley and Mona (Hissong). He loved to fish and canoe, watch the Pistons and Tigers and loved his Grandchildren .   Surviving are 3 children: Darrick Tinsley of Fowlerville, William (Capalene) Tinsley of Edmore, Joshua (Megan Poole) Tinsley of Webberville, 3 Grandchildren: Victoria, Dominick & Kai, Father: James Tinsley of Fowlerville, 5 Siblings: Sue Ayers of Fowlerville, Randy of Gregory, Virginia Wright of Webberville, Theresa (Edward)Davidson of St. Louis, Mich and Linda (Dennis) Gendron of Howell, 3 nieces & 6 nephews and special friend: Tina Tinsley. He was preceded in death by his Mother: Mona Jackson and brother: Duane Jackson.   Services will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Lloyd Williams of Fowlerville First Baptist Church officiating.  The family will receive friends on Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Interment will be at Greenwood cemetery in Fowlerville. Memorial contributions may be made to the family
Pastor Lloyd, Son: Darrick: 517-404-2172       Father: Jim Tinsley: 223-8370

 

Sylvia R. Howison, age76, of Howell, died on May 26, 2008 at her home . She was born October 27, 1931 in Detroit, Michigan to Alton and Grace (Rogers) Gothard. She married Harold W. Howison on July 11, 1952 , he preceded her in death on October 3, 1999 . She graduated from Redford High School and the from Grace Nursing School. She was an active member of the Fowlerville 1st United Methodist Church. She raised and trained Bernese Mountain Dogs and Dalmatians. She was certified as a AKC Judge, Active and Charter member of Bernese Mt Dogs of America,Heart of Michigan (Life Member) and The Dalmatian Club of Detroit both Life and Charter member.  Surviving are her 2 children: Charles (Judith) of Gregory and Mary Howison of Howell. 3 Grandchildren: Peter, Scott and Victoria.
The family will receive visitors on Wednesday May 28 6-8 PM and Thursday, May 29, times 2-4 and 6-8 PM.
Funeral Service will be May 30 Friday at 11 AM at Fowlerville First United Methodist Church with Pastor Tom Tarpley officiating. Interment in Lakeside  Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be made to Arbor Hospice, Fowlerville First United Methodist Church or Bergard.

 

In Memory of
Phyllis Winifred Clay
Date of Birth
July 11, 1926 Canada

Date of Death
May 18, 2008 Taylor, Michigan

Funeral Service
Niblack Funeral Home
Dillingham-Liverance Chapel

May 21, 2008 Wednesday 1 PM

Officiating Pastor: Tom Tarpley

Interment: Greenwood Cemetery
Fowlerville, Michigan

Philip Paananen, 62, of Fowlerville , died May 19, 2008. He was born Dec. 22, 1945 to Arnold Yalmer and Vieno Amanda (Kyrola) Paananen in Hancock, Michigan. He graduated from Houghton High School in 1965 and from Lansing Community College.  On September 11, 1971, Phil married Nancy L. (Kautto) in Chassell,Michigan. Phil was a member of the Hancock Naval Reserve for four years and served two years of active duty during the Vietnam War as an Yeoman Seaman at the Naval Air Station in Jacksonville, Florida and as an Aviation Ordinance Airman at Singly Point in the Philippines. Phil worked 35 years  as a Machine operator for International Paper Company in Howell. He was an active member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, in Fowlerville.  His hobbies included deer hunting and walleye fishing, was an avid reader of Louis L’Amour Westerns. Surviving are his wife: Nancy , 2 sisters: Lois Berg of Chassell and Nancy (Ken) Florence of Hillsboro, Ohio,   2 Brothers: Robert (Judy) Paananen of Winneconne, Wisconsin and Paul (Chris) Paananen of Chassell. Mother-in-law: Gladys Kautto, of Chassell.  2 brothers-in-law: Edwin (Debbie) Kautto of Chassell and William(Karen) Kautto of L’Anse, Michigan. Phil was a loving uncle to many nieces and nephews and God children. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Peter Paananen.
Visitation : Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 PM at Niblack Funeral Home , with services Friday May 23 at 11 AM at St. John’s Lutheran Church with Pastor Richard Schroeder presiding. Burial will be at Lakeside Cemetery in Hancock Michigan. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. The Family would like to thank Arbor Hospice for their compassionate care during Phil’s courageous fight with cancer.

Anna Lucille Clark, age 97, of Fowlerville, died peacfully with her family at her bedside on May 19, 2008. She was born August 4, 1910 in Fowlerville to Rollin S. & Blanche E. (Huck) Horton. She graduated from Fowlerville High School in 1927 and married Dr. Charles J. Clark on May 31, 1936, he preceded her in death in 1965. She was a tremendous mother, loved knitting afghans and loved her kids,grandkids & Great-Grandkids. Lucille was a great fan of the Detroit Pistons.  Surviving are her 3 children: Jerry Clark of Fowlerville, Ronald (Penny) Clark of Wyoming and Linda (Jim) Almashy of Brighton. 5 Grandchildren and 5 Great-Grandchildren.
Private services were held at the Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham-Liverance Chapel with Pastor Tom Tarpley of  Fowlerville First United Methodist Church officiating. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association

Mr. Verl E. Ferris ,84, of Webberville, died May 13,2008.  He was born Aug. 26, 1923 in Muir, Mich. to Roy & Irene Ferris.  He served in the US Army and worked for General Motors, retiring in 1983.  He was a member of Place of Refuge Church. Verl married Joyce (Sharp) in DeWitt in 1967, she survives.  He is also survived by 3 step-children: James Breslin of Gregory, Carolyn Murray of Arkansas and Debby Johnson of  Fowlerville, 7 stepgrandchildren and 11 stepgreatgrandchildren.  He was preceded in death by 2 sisters.  Services will be held  1PM Friday  at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel with Pastor Robert Storey of Place of Refuge officiating.  Interment in Greenwood Cemetery Memorial contributions may be made to Place of Refuge Church.