HURON DAILY TRIBUNE, Bad Axe, Huron County, Michigan

Local obituaries for the week beginning March 13, 2005


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Sunday, March 13, 2005


Irene Radovic 

Irene Radovic, 89, passed away March 7, 2005, in Lakewood, Colorado.   She was born 
on January 13, 1916 in Huron County.   She is survived by her son, Nick; brother, Manly; 
sister, Harriet; grandchildren: Patrick, Shawn, Gordon; great-grandchildren, Deana, 
Heather, Meghan, Alicia, Jordan; and great-great-grandchildren, Mallery and Emma.   
She was preceded in death by her husband, Nick; sons, Gordon and Floyd.   A celebration 
of her life is tentatively planned for June 18, 2005 in the city park of Cass City. In lieu of 
flowers, a donation may be made in her name to the Unitarian-Universalist Church of 
Pensacola, Florida, Memorial Garden Fund. 


Kathryn Sophia Wilson 

Kathryn Sophia (Hansen) Wilson, R.N., 90, of Harbor Beach and formerly of Ludington, 
died Friday night, March 11, 2005, at Pennock Hospital in Hastings following a three-
week illness.   Kathryn was born to the late Charles F.W. and Christine Hansen on 
January 14, 1915 in Ludington. She graduated from Bronson Methodist Hospital School 
of Nursing in 1936. She married Howard E. Wilson in Palmer, Alaska in 1942 while 
serving in the U.S. Army Nurse Corp.  Kathryn is survived by one son, Lt. Col. (Ret.) 
James M. Wilson, of Chantilly, Virginia; one daughter, Kristina A. Wilson-Rapson, R.N., 
and her husband, William, of Harbor Beach; one grandson, Paul J. Barber, and his wife, 
Michelle, and their children, Jackson, Ireland and Ruby, of Hastings.   She was preceded 
in death by her husband, one brother, H. Elmer Hansen, and one grandson, Tyrone H. 
Barber.   Cremation has taken place according to Kathryn's wishes and a service 
celebrating her life will be held at a later date at Grace Episcopal Church in Ludington.   
Memorial contributions may be directed to Eastern Huron Ambulance Service, or to a 
charity of the donor's choice. 


Dennis Gene Foote 

Dennis Gene Foote, 53, of Snover, died Thursday, March 10, 2005, at Port Huron 
Hospital in Port Huron.   He was born February 2, 1952 in Deckerville, the son of the late 
Eugene and Hazel (Walker) Foote.   He was a lifelong area resident and farmer.   Dennis 
was a 1970 graduate of Deckerville High School.   He is survived by his two sons, 
Jeromie Foote and his wife, Amy, of Howell, and Adam Foote and his wife, Amy, of 
Argyle; one brother, David Foote and his wife, Carol, of Ruth; and three grandchildren, 
Haileigh, Nicolas, and Alexander.   Cremation has taken place at the May Memorial 
Crematory in Port Huron.   A memorial service will be at 1:30 p.m. today at Marsh 
Funeral Chapel in Sandusky with the Rev. Fred McDowell officiating.   Visitation will be 
from noon to 1:30 p.m. today at the funeral home.   Memorials may be made to the 
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. 


Pauline Mary LaBelle 

Pauline Mary LaBelle, 64, of Battle Creek and formerly of Sandusky, died Tuesday, 
March 8, 2005, at her home in Battle Creek.   She was born October 2, 1940 in Bad Axe, 
the daughter of the late Matthew and Emma (Krease) LaBelle.   Pauline was raised in 
Sandusky and was a 1958 graduate of Sandusky High School. She graduated from Mercy 
College and served as a captain in the U.S. Air Force and was a registered nurse.   
Pauline also worked for a time at McKenzie Memorial Hospital in Sandusky as a nurse. 
She also resided in Detroit and Kalamazoo.   Pauline was a member of St. Philip Catholic 
Church and volunteered at the Battle Creek Veterans Affairs Medical Center.   She is 
survived by her brothers, Thomas LaBelle, of O'Fallon, Missouri, and James LaBelle and 
his wife, Barbara, of Sandusky; one sister, Margaret Kauffman and her husband, Peter, of 
Royal Oak; seven nieces and nephews; six great-nieces and nephews; and many special 
friends.   Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 14, 2005, at St. 
Joseph Catholic Church in Sandusky with Fr. Charles Hammond presiding. Burial will be 
in the Sacred Heart Cemetery in Bad Axe. Casket bearers are Patrick Long, Harold 
Osborn, Matthew Kauffman, Mark Kauffman.   Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. today 
at Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky, and from 10 to 11 a.m. on Monday at the church. A 
scripture service will be at 7 p.m. today at the funeral home.   Memorials may be made to 
St. Joseph Catholic Church in Sandusky. 


Louis Julius Musatics 

The Rev. Louis Julius Musatics, 89, formerly of Elkton, died Wednesday, March 9, 2005.   
He was born on July 4, 1915 in Cleveland, Ohio. He was the son of Hungarian 
immigrants who settled in Elkton. Mr. Musatics left Michigan at the age of 38 to attend 
Fort Wayne Bible College in Indiana graduating in 1956.   He was ordained into the 
ministry through the Church of the Nazarene in 1961. He pastored churches in Eaton, 
Indiana; New Haven, Indiana; Vicksburg; Milford, Illinois; Warren; Durand; Three 
Rivers; and Eaton Rapids. He was a member of the Sturgis Church of the Nazarene in 
Sturgis.   He was employed by Wedel's Garden Center in Kalamazoo after retiring from 
the ministry. He moved to Granite City, Illinois to be near his son in 1999.   He was 
preceded in death by his wife, Sophia, and parents, Frank and Geselle Musatics.   He is 
survived by his son and wife, Pastor Wayne and Sybil; grandchildren: Shari (Musatics) 
Niemann, Tami (Musatics) Bourland, Paula (Musatics) Petersen; great-grandchildren: 
Wayne Simons, Emily, Aaron, and Andrew Niemann, and Bradley, Brett, and Brock 
Bourland.   A memorial service will be at 6 p.m. today at the Central Baptist Church in 
Granite City, Illinois. Pastor Wayne L. Musatics will be officiating.   Visitation and 
services also will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, at the RDMG Life Story Funeral 
Home, Vicksburg Chapel, 409 S. Main Street in Vicksburg. Burial will take place at 2 
p.m. on Tuesday, March 15, 2005, at the Riverside Cemetery in Elkton. 


Kathleen Neeb 

Kathleen "Kay" B. Neeb, 79, of Essexville and formerly of Bad Axe, died Thursday, 
March 10, 2005, at Bay Medical Care Facility with her family by her side.   Kathleen was 
born October 27, 1925 in Detroit to the late Benjamin Leo Simons and Catherine Osman.   
She married Ralph C. Neeb on January 2, 1944 in Columbus, Ohio.   Mrs. Neeb was a 
member of St. Luke's Methodist Church of Essexville and a past member of United 
Methodist Church in Bad Axe, where she directed the adult and youth choirs. She also 
was a member of the United Methodist Women and Eastern Star where she previously 
served as Worthy Matron. Kathleen loved playing golf and bridge. She was Verona Hills 
Golf President, Leisure World Ladies Golf President, and Almac Lanes Bowling 
President. She also was a member of American Legion Auxiliary and Women's Hospital 
Auxiliary.   She is survived by two sons, John Neeb and his wife, Maryanne, of Bad Axe, 
and Bill Neeb and his wife, Susie, of Frankenmuth; three daughters, Barbara 
Warschefsky and her husband, Jim, of Stanton, Kathleen Gettel and her husband, Rod, of 
Essexville, and Martha McMahon and her special friend, Fritz Crisler, of Ann Arbor; 17 
grandchildren, Nick Neeb and his wife, Sara, Nathan Neeb and his wife, Brooke, B. Jay, 
Kala, and Leah Neeb, Rusty Neeb, PFC Brandon Neeb, A1C Carrie Neeb, Jakob and 
Peter Neeb, Kathleen, Tom and Emily Warschefsky, Adam Gettel, Jillian Gettel and her 
fiancee, Bob Simon, Andrew Gettel and Brenna McMahon; three great-grandchildren, 
Morgan, Oliver, and Claire Neeb; one half brother, Dan Clouston and his wife, Beverly, 
of Sarasota, Florida; one sister-in-law, Donna Neeb, of Cherry Hill, New Jersey; one 
brother-in-law, Philip Neeb and his wife, Sally, of Bad Axe; and many nieces and 
nephews.   She is preceded in death by her husband, Ralph; two brothers, James and 
Donald Simons; one brother-in-law, Alan Neeb; and two sisters-in-law, Irene Simons and 
Albina Simons.   Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 14, 2005, at 
the First United Methodist Church in Bad Axe. The Rev. William Wright will officiate.   
Visitation will be from 1 to 5 p.m. today at the MacAlpine Funeral Home in Bad Axe and 
from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Monday at the church. An order of Eastern Star 
Service will be at 4:30 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Colfax Cemetery.   
Memorials may be offered to St. Luke's United Methodist Church in Essexville, First 
United Methodist Church in Bad Axe, and the American Lung Association. 


Marie M. Pabst 

Marie M. Pabst, 78, passed away Tuesday, March 8, 2005, at Moffitt Cancer Center, 
Research Institute in Tampa, Florida.   She was born April 14, 1926 in Parisville, 
daughter to the late John and Catherine (Wruble) Parteka.   She married Russell Pabst on 
June 25, 1949 in Parisville. He preceded her in death on May 29, 2001.   Mrs. Pabst was a 
member of the St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church and Alter Society, Sanilac Farm Bureau 
and Red Hat Society.   She is survived by her sons, John Pabst and his wife, Colleen, of 
Marlette, Kenneth Pabst, of St. Petersburg, Florida, Paul Pabst, of Marlette, Mark Pabst 
of St. Petersburg, Florida; sisters, Lillian Hund and her husband, Phil, of Rochester, 
Vicky Riley, of Lansing, Virginia Zimmer, of Marlette, Sophie Peruske, of Ubly; and 
grandchildren: Jill, Sarah, Matthew, Ashley; great-grandchildren, Elizabeth and Dana. 
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; three brothers, Bernie, Mike and 
Edward; and sisters, Anna and Agnes.   Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on 
Monday, March 14, 2005, at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Marlette with Fr. 
Reginaldo Salcedo presiding. Burial will be in the Marlette Cemetery in Marlette. Casket 
bearers are Chuck Cousins, Fred Abel, Pat Hund, Joe Riley, Matthew Pabst and Greg 
Goodrick.   Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. today at Marsh Funeral Chapel in Marlette 
and from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Monday at the church. A rosary service will 
be conducted at 7 p.m.on Sunday night at the funeral chapel.   Memorials may be given to 
the United Hospice Service or American Red Cross. 


Julie Rounds 

Julie Rounds, 62, of Fort Myers, Florida and formerly of Bad Axe, passed away on 
Wednesday, March 9, 2005, in Lee Memorial Hospital in Fort Myers.   She was born on 
June 9, 1942 in Grand Rapids, daughter of Edmund and Myrtle "Maxine" (Beach) 
Korcal.   She married Vern Rounds on February 18, 1961 in Cedar Springs.   She was a 
member of the Cedar Springs High School Class of 1960 and a member of the University 
of Michigan Nursing School Class of 1970. She was a nurse at the Emma L. Bixby 
Hospital in Adrian and Huron Memorial Hospital in Bad Axe. She was also a member of 
the Red Hatters and she enjoyed traveling.   Julie is survived by her husband, Vern, of 
Fort Myers, Florida; one daughter, Mindy Rambo and her husband, Scott, of Bad Axe; 
one son, Mike Rounds and his wife, Leslie, of Mount Pleasant; mother, Myrtle "Maxine" 
Korcal, of Bad Axe; one sister, Pat Hartson and her husband, Bart, of Plainwell; five 
grandchildren, Melissa and Tyler Rambo, of Bad Axe, Courtney, Carly, and Michael 
Rounds, of Mount Pleasant; and one great-grandson, Dylan Adams, of Bad Axe.   She 
was preceded in death by her father, Edmund Korcal.   Funeral services will be conduced 
at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 14, 2005, at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe. 
Officiating will be the Rev. Jan Dykshoorn, pastor of the Bad Axe First Presbyterian 
Church. Burial will be in the Verona Cemetery.   Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m. 
Sunday and from 10 a.m. until the service time at 11 a.m. on Monday at the funeral 
home. 


Irvin Robert Schram 
Irvin R. Schram, 61, of Saginaw, formerly of Cass City, died unexpectedly Thursday, 
March 11, 2005, at his home.   He was born on August 21, 1943 in Kinde to William and 
Dorothy (Stiles) Schram.    Irvin served in the U.S. Navy and the Naval Reserves. After 
leaving the Navy, he worked for General Motors on production, where he had continued 
to work until his disability retirement. Irvin enjoyed collecting Elvis and Star Trek 
memorabilia.   Irvin is survived by three sons: Daniel L. Schram, of Caro, James L. 
Schram and his wife, Kathy, of Cass City, and Wayne D. Schram and his wife, Janet, of 
Caro; three grandchildren: Justin Schram, Austin Schram, and Joshua Kenward; one 
sister, Linda Cooper and her husband, Keith, of West Branch; one brother, Leslie 
Schram; and several nieces and nephews.   He was preceded in death by his parents and 
brother, David.   Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, March 14, 2005, at 
Kranz Funeral Home in Cass City with Pastor JT Mabe, of Mizpah Missionary Church, 
officiating. Interment will be held in the spring at Elkland Township Cemetery with 
military services under the direction of Cass City VFW Post #35644.   Visitation will be 
held from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Kranz Funeral Home in Cass City.   
Memorials may be made to the Family Discretionary Fund. Family and friends may share 
memories, prayers and stories with the family at www.kranzfuneralhome.com. 


Ida E. Soper 

Ida E. Soper, 80, of Bad Axe, passed away on Saturday, March 13, 2005, at Huron 
Medical Center in Bad Axe.   She was born on July 22, 1924 in Huron City, daughter of 
the late Charles and Nellie (Whaley) Wressell. She married Arthur Soper on April 2, 
1946. He preceded her in death on May 3, 1977. She enjoyed searchword puzzles, 
crocheting, and craftworks.   Ida is survived by two sons, Gary Soper and his wife, Mary, 
of Harbor Beach, and Brian Soper and his wife, Laurie, of Bad Axe; three daughters, 
Ellen Carroll, of Bad Axe, Marguerite Wagner and her special friend, Oren Emerich, of 
St. Helen, and Audrey "Kay" Cummings and her husband, Jack, of Bay Port; 23 
grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren.   She was preceded in death by one son, 
Melvin Soper, one brother, Clarence Wressell, and two sisters, Marion Snay and Anna 
Marie Wressell.   Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 15, 2005, at 
the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe. The Rev. Jerry Sutton, pastor of the Bad Axe 
Free Methodist Church, will preside.   Friends may call from 4 to 9 p.m. on Monday and 
10 a.m. until the time of the funeral on Tuesday at the funeral home.   


Lottie Lillian Puvalowski 

Mrs. Lottie Lillian Puvalowski, 72, former Outstanding 4-H Leader, passed away on 
Thursday, March 10, 2005, at her daughter's residence under hospice care.   Lottie was 
born on September 27, 1932 in Kinde to the late Felix and Cecelia (Kanaski) Knoblock. 
She married Aloise B. Puvalowski on April 28 1951 at St. Michael Catholic Church in 
Port Austin.   Lottie was described as "the lady who made work fun." She loved the 
outdoors and gardening. She was a leader of the 4-H Club Country Buddies for 20 years 
and loved working with children. She taught the club members quilting, crocheting, 
crafts, and needlework. She was recognized as "Outstanding" 4-H leader of the year in 
1989. She was a member of St. John Catholic Church in Ubly since 1951 and St. John 
Christian Mothers Circle #2 - St. Monica's. She loved planting flowers, trimming 
Christmas trees, and making Christmas the best with decorations outside. She enjoyed 
bowling on a team and playing and babysitting with her grandchildren and great 
grandchildren.   Lottie is survived by her husband, Aloise, of Ubly; one son, Larry 
Puvalowski, of Indiana; five daughters, Darlene Klemish and her husband, Gary, of 
Freeland, Marian Volmering and her husband, Herbert, of Kentucky, Lennea Brown and 
her husband, David, of Bad Axe, Rochelle McNally and her husband, Raymond, of 
Rockford, and Michelle Puvalowski, of Saginaw; 22 grandchildren, Nikali Benkert and 
his wife, Lisa, of Massachusetts, Andy Benkert and his wife, Danielle, of Massachusetts, 
Vincent Benkert, of Freeland, Allan and Adam Puvalowski, both of Freeland, Ken Morell 
and his wife, Renee, of Bad Axe, Kevin Morell and his wife, Denise, of Bad Axe, Darren 
Morell and his wife, Shelda, of Bad Axe, Megan Morell, of Bad Axe, Cheryl Scott and 
her husband, Mike, of Illinois, Amy Polega, of Lake Orion, Jason Polega, of Bad Axe, 
Sara Santos and her husband, Chad, of Brighton, Carrie Puvalowski, of Midland, Andrea 
Puvalowski, of Midland, Monica Puvalowski, of Indiana, Dennis Puvalowski, Gary 
Puvalowski, and Steven Puvalowski, all of Bad Axe, Michael Brown and his wife, 
Melissa, of Bay City, Jonathan Brown, of Bad Axe, and Chris Brown, of Bad Axe; nine 
great-grandchildren, Joshua Benkert, of Massachusetts, Jacob Polega, of Lake Orion, 
Trenton Morell, of Bad Axe, Tyler and Kayla Morell, of Bad Axe, Adriannna Polega, of 
Bad Axe, Debrann, Timothy, and Faustina Scott, all of Illinois; one son-in-law, Larry 
Morell and his wife, Cindy, of Bad Axe; one daughter-in-law, Loretta Puvalowski, of 
Bad Axe; two brothers, Syl Knoblock, of Lake Orion, and Albin Knoblock, of Arizona.   
She was preceded in death by two sons, Gerald and Dennis; and one daughter, Debra 
Morell.   A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 15, 2005, at St. 
John Catholic Church in Ubly. The Rev. T.J. Fleming, pastor of Our Lady of the Lake 
Catholic Church in Harbor Beach, will preside. Burial will take place in the St. John 
Cemetery in the spring.   Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today, 1 to 9 p.m. on 
Monday, and from 9 to 10 a.m. on Tuesday at the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in 
Ubly. There will be a Christian Mothers Rosary at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday and a parish vigil 
service at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, both at the funeral home.   Memorials are requested to 
Sleeper Public Library or Heartland Hospice of Bay City.   


Monday, March 14, 2005


Bernard John Braun 

Mr. Bernard John Braun, 79, of Ruth, passed away Sunday, March 13, 2005, at Harbor 
Beach Long Term Care Facility.   He was born July 31, 1925 in Harbor Beach to the late 
John H. and Mary (Holdwick) Braun.   He married Fay Dore on November 17, 1947 at 
Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Ruth.   Bernard attended the Pumpkin Center 
School. He hauled cattle for five years and farmed. He was a self-employed milk hauler 
from 1957 to 1995 and was a member of the MMPA. He also hauled water for a number 
of years.   He was a lifelong member of Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Ruth. He 
enjoyed playing cards, gardening, and watching old westerns.   Bernard is survived by his 
wife, Fay, of Ruth; one brother-in-law, Richard Dallas, of Ruth; nieces and nephews: 
Mary Hoard and her husband, Robert, Robert Dallas and his wife, Veronica, John Dallas 
and his wife, Debbie, Judy Blaine and her husband, Dave, Tom Dallas and his wife, 
Karen, Nancy Talaski and her husband, James, Pam Booms and her husband, Dale; 19 
great nieces and nephews; and one great-great nephew.   He was preceded in death by 
one sister, Rita Dallas.   A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, 
March 16, 2005, at Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Ruth. The Rev. Steve Gavit 
will preside. Burial will be in the church cemetery in the spring.   Visitation will be from 
2:30 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday and 9 to 10 a.m. on Wednesday at the Zinger-Smigielski 
Funeral Home in Ubly. There will be a parish vigil service at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday by Fr. 
Gavit.   Memorials are requested to the Harbor Beach Long Term Care Facility or the 
Family Discretionary Fund. 


Viola Kohl 

Viola Kohl, 92, of Sebewaing, died Saturday, March 12, 2005, at Tendercare of Cass City 
following a lengthy illness.   She was born on September 7, 1912 in Bach, daughter of the 
late Ferdinand J. and Anna (Wagner) Sting.   She was married to Roland A. Kohl on 
February 11, 1934 in Bay Port. He preceded her in death on June 2, 1982.   Viola was a 
member of St. Peter Lutheran Church in Bach. She enjoyed sewing, bingo, playing cards, 
and especially loving her grandchildren.   She is survived by three daughters, Beatrice 
Hool and her husband, Larry, of Mayville, Norma Rabideau, of Gagetown, and Joyce 
Hagerman and her husband, Hugh, of Grand Blanc; one son, Larry Kohl and his wife, 
Sue, of Sebewaing; 15 grandchildren; 31 great grandchildren; and several nieces and 
nephews.   She was preceded in death by two brothers, Arnold "Barney" Sting and 
Norman Sting.   The funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, March 16, 
2005, at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Bach. The Rev. Jonathan Meyer will officiate with 
burial in the church cemetery.   Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. today, and 1 to 9 p.m. 
on Tuesday at the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. She will lie in state at the 
church from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Wednesday.   Those planning an 
expression of sympathy are asked to consider St. Peter Lutheran Church, or the  
Parkinsons Association. 


Esther May Severance 

Esther M. Severance, 83, of Decker, died Saturday, March 12, 2005, at Hills & Dales 
General Hospital.   She was born May 24, 1921 in Clinton County to David Lewis and 
May (Miller) Woodhull.   She married Lloyd "Chic" Severance on August 24, 1938 in 
Decker. He died on May 30, 2001.   Esther was a member of Shabbona United Methodist 
Church. She enjoyed gardening and working in her flowers. Esther also enjoyed 
embroidery and working crossword puzzles.   She is survived by her children: Arthur 
Severance and his wife, Janet, of Decker, Leslie Severance and his wife, Kay, of Decker, 
Linda Hirsch and her husband, Leland, of Decker, and Ruth Ann Marshall and her 
husband, Dave, of Cass City; grandchildren: Dean Severance and his wife, Laura, Tim 
Severance and his wife, Roxann, Randy Severance and his wife, Deb, Sally Cooper, Beth 
O'Parka and her husband, Doug, Becky Rule and her husband, Mike, Brenda Sherman 
and her husband, Al, Lyle Severance and his wife, Heather, Suzanne Reehl and her 
husband, Mark, Brian Hirsch and his wife, Shari, Kristy Scheuer and her husband, Dave, 
Scott Marshall and his wife, Beth, and Mike Marshall and his wife, Mary; 23 great-
grandchildren and the 24th expected soon; and nephew, Wilbur Sanderson and his wife, 
Sarah, of Keystone Pines, Florida.   She was preceded in death by her grandson-in-law, 
Daniel Cooper; brother, Ralph Sanderson, and great granddaughter, Holly Nicole 
Marshall.   Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 15, 2005, at Shabbona 
Methodist Church with the Rev. Ellen Burns officiating. Interment will be in the 
Evergreen Township Cemetery in Cass City.   Visitation will be from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 
p.m. today at the Kranz Funeral Home in Cass City and from 10 to 11 a.m. on 
Wednesday at the church.   Pallbearers for Mrs. Severance are her grandsons,  Dean 
Severance, Tim Severance, Randy Severance, Lyle Severance, Brian Hirsch, Scott 
Marshall, and Mike Marshall.   Memorials may be made to Shabbona Methodist Church, 
Lamotte Missionary Church, Bay Shore Camp, or Gideon's International.   Family and 
friends may share memories, prayers, and stories with the family at 
www.kranzfuneralhome.com. 


Holly Nicole Marshall 

Holly Nicole Marshall, daughter of Beth and Scott Marshall, of Cass City, was born and 
died on Tuesday, March 8, 2005, at the University of Michigan Women's Hospital in Ann 
Arbor.   Holly's private funeral services took place on Friday, March 11, 2005, at her 
graveside in Evergreen Township Cemetery in Cass City.   Memorials may be made to 
the Make A Wish Foundation. 


Tuesday, March 15, 2005


Minor Glenn Edwards 


Minor Glenn "Goose" Edwards, 86, of Bad Axe, passed away on Sunday, March 13, 
2005, at the Huron County Medical Care Facility.   He was born January 3, 1919 in 
Sheridan Township to the late Minor and Muriel (Apley) Edwards.   Minor was united in 
marriage to June Duerr on January 19, 1946 at the First Presbyterian Church in Bad Axe.   
He was a lifelong resident of the Bad Axe area. After graduating from Bad Axe High 
School, he served five years in the U.S. Army, where he served with the Red Arrow 32nd 
Division during World War II. Minor was employed by Detroit Edison as a serviceman 
before retiring. He was a life member of the American Legion Post 499 and VFW Post 
116. He was a member of the United Presbyterian Church in Bad Axe, where he once 
served as an elder. He was a football referee for the high school and junior varsity teams, 
secretary/treasurer for the ambulance service for 12 years, secretary of the Verona-Huron 
Masonic Lodge No. 365 for 35 years, a Bad Axe fireman for 35 years, a Little League 
umpire and president, BAHS Band Booster president, and a Verona Hills Golf Course 
board of directors member for 31 years. He served on the Huron County Planning 
Commission and Verona Township Planning Board, was a HAM radio operator since 
1947, and was a Verona Township deputy.   Minor is survived by his wife, June, of Bad 
Axe, Bonnie Lou Edwards, of Saginaw, Randy Glenn Edwards and his special friend, 
Carol Napolitano, of Utica, Juliene Edwards and Jillene Edwards, of Dearborn; sisters-in-
law, Elva (Duerr) Heyd and Marie (Pawloski) Edwards; one brother, Larry Essemacher 
and his wife, Carole; and several nieces and nephews.   He was preceded in death by a 
grandson, Robert Winter; two brothers, Omer J. Edwards and Dornis Edwards; 
stepmother, Mabel Edwards; brothers-in-law, Keith Duerr and Clinton Heyd; sisters-in-
law, Viola Duerr and Ethel Edwards; and one nephew, Mark Edwards.   Services will be 
conducted at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, March 16, 2005, at the First Presbyterian Church in 
Bad Axe. Officiating will be the Rev. Jan Dyksboom, pastor. Burial will be in the Colfax 
Cemetery in Bad Axe.   Visitation will be from 2 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. today with a 
Bad Axe Fire Department service at 7 p.m. and a Masonic Memorial Service at 7:30 p.m., 
all at the MacAlpine Funeral Home in Bad Axe. Visitation also will be from 10 to 11 a.m. 
on Wednesday at the church.   Memorials may be offered to the First Presbyterian Church 
or the Verona-Huron Masonic Lodge No. 365. 


Michael G. Kio 

Michael G. Kio, 55, passed away suddenly January 6, 2005, at his mother's home in 
North Wales, Pennsylvania.   Michael was born October 26, 1949 in Bad Axe. He was 
the grandson of Pearl and Ike Dornbos (manager of the Black & Guggenheimer Pickle 
Plant until his death in 1964).   He is survived by this parents, Virginia Markowski, of 
North Wales, Pennsylvania, and Basil Kio, of Boonton, New Jersey; his daughter, 
Michelle; two brothers, Thomas, of South Bend, Indiana, and David, of North Wales, 
Pennsylvania; one sister, Cynthia Scheer, of Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey; and five 
nieces.   His final resting place is White Marsh Cemetery in Horsham, Pennsylvania. 


Wilbert E. Krueger 

Wilbert Earl Krueger, 78, of Harbor Beach, passed away Sunday, March 13, 2005, at his 
home following a short illness.   He was born April 13, 1926 in Harbor Beach, son of the 
late Oscar and Loretta (Pochert) Krueger.   On May 15, 1948, Wilbert married Betty Lou 
Learman at the First Presbyterian Church in Harbor Beach. Throughout their joyous 58 
years together, they enjoyed numerous community social organizations and activities 
with their friends.   Wilbert farmed for many years and was a rural mail carrier for the 
Harbor Beach Post Office for 33 years retiring in 1999. He was a faithful member of the 
Zion Lutheran Church in Harbor Beach, a dedicated member of the Harbor Beach Lions 
Club and served as an officer for many years, and he was a charter member of the Harbor 
Beach Jaycees. A devoted father, Wilbert attended many sports activities and continued 
to follow the Harbor Beach Pirates in many sporting events after his children graduated. 
He will be affectionately remembered by his friends and neighbors for his generous 
nature and love of life, as well as the fact that he was one heck of a Euchre and poker 
player.   He is survived by his adoring wife, Betty Lou Krueger, of Harbor Beach; three 
children, Paul Krueger and his wife, Mary, of Grayslake, Illinois, Keri Green and her 
husband, Curt, of Livonia, Phil Krueger and his wife, Diane, of Owosso; daughter-in-law, 
Nancy Krueger, of Harbor Beach; eight grandchildren, Keith and Erik Krueger, Lynn 
Booms and her husband, Fred, Ryan, Sean, Collin, and Katelyn Krueger, and Alicia 
Davis; and by four great-grandchildren, Derek, Brenden, and Nathan Booms, and 
Zackery Clark.   Wilbert was preceded in death by his son, Kurt Krueger, in 1983; 
brother, Melvin Krueger; and sister, Dorothy Krueger.   Funeral services will be at 11 
a.m. on Wednesday, March 16, 2005, at Zion Lutheran Church in Harbor Beach with the 
Rev. Mark Girardin officiating. Burial will be in the Rock Falls Cemetery.   Visitation 
will be from 1 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Ramsey Funeral Home in Harbor 
Beach, and at 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Wednesday at the church. A 
scripture service will be conducted at 7:30 p.m. today at the funeral home.   Memorials 
may be given to the Harbor Beach Lions Club, Zion Lutheran Church, or any charity of 
your choice. 


Wednesday, March 16, 2005


Harvey P. Krug 

Harvey P. Krug, 54, of Bad Axe, passed away unexpectedly Monday, March 14, 2005, at 
the Huron County Medical Center in Bad Axe.   He was born on June 6, 1950 in Royal 
Oak, son of the late Harvey C. and Doris A. (Boehling) Krug. He married Valorie Cart on 
November 11, 1978 in Warren.   He worked as a police officer for various police 
departments. He was on the Upper Thumb Bowling League Board of Directors and past 
commander of the VFW 10th District. He served in the U.S. Army in Vietnam — "Get 'er 
Done" 24.   He is survived by his wife, Valorie Krug, of Bad Axe; one son, Thomas Krug 
and his special friend, Kristine Halifax, of Forester; two daughters, Anne McFarland and 
he husband, William, of Cass City, and Dorothy Krug and her fiance, Chandell Simmons, 
of Kinde; one sister, Christine Neilsen and her husband, Charles, of Mississippi; five 
grandchildren, Ashley and Amber Krug, of Florida, Ryan Schmidt, of Cass City, Carlie 
McFarland, of Cass City, and Haylee Simmons, of Kinde; and two brothers-at-heart, Phil 
Dunstan and his wife, Debra, of Richmond, and Jon Sparham, of Waterford.   He was 
preceded in death by one daughter, Melody Krug; one brother, Thomas Krug; and one 
sister, Karen Smith.   Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 
19, 2005, at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe with Fr. T.J. Flemming presiding. 
Burial will be in Colfax Cemetery.   Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, 1 to 
8 p.m. on Friday, and 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Saturday at the Kaufman 
Funeral Home. 


Thursday, March 17, 2005


Rena Martha Kiehl 

Mrs. Rena Martha Kiehl, 89, of Filion and formerly of Bad Axe, passed away Tuesday 
morning, March 15, 2005, at the New Beginnings Adult Foster Care Home in Filion.   
She was born on April 19, 1915 in Bad Axe to the late Alvin and Harriet (Hebner) 
Shobert. She married Ernest Kiehl on October 9, 1934 in Bingham Township. He 
preceded her in death on August 5, 1993.   Rena attended the Verona Elementary School. 
She was a homemaker all her life and worked with her husband on their farm.   Rena is 
survived by one sister, Clara Schemacher, of Sandusky, and many nieces and nephews.   
She was preceded in death by one sister, Alva Murray.   Funeral services will be at noon 
on Friday, March 18, 2005, at the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly. The Rev. 
Ellen Burns, pastor of the Ubly United Methodist Church, will officiate. Burial will be in 
the Verona Township Cemetery in the spring.   Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. until the 
time of the service on Friday.   Memorials are requested to the American Cancer Society 
or Family Discretionary Fund. 


Ronald T. King 

Ronald T. King, 69, of Gagetown, died Tuesday evening, March 15, 2005, at his home 
following a lengthy illness.   He was born January 24, 1936 in Owendale, son of the late 
William and Gladys (Weilher) King.   He was married to Janice C. Guillett on October 1, 
1955 in Bach.   Ron had been employed at Unisys in Plymouth for 30 years before 
retiring in 1990. He was a member of St. Peter Lutheran Church in Bach.   He enjoyed 
golfing, bowling, baseball, and especially fishing.   Surviving are his wife, Janice; three 
daughters, Wendy Crabtree and her husband, Gary, of Wixom, Penny Widmaier and her 
husband, Charles, of Brighton, and Mandie Carr and her husband, Steve, of Ypsilanti; 
one son, Ronald King II, of Gagetown; six grandchildren, Erin, Amanda, Rebecca, 
Kimberlee, Carole, and Charles; four sisters, Erma Thompson, of Canton, Rita Powell, of 
Cass City, Marion Stein and her husband, R.B., of Birch Run, Eva Goslin, of Sebewaing; 
two brothers, Bernard King and his wife, Norma, of Pigeon, and Donald King and his 
wife, Sandra, of Beaverton; two brothers-in-law, Gilbert Guillett, of Wisconsin, and 
Robert Guillett and his wife, JaNel, of Texas; several nieces and nephews.   He was 
preceded in death by one sister, Madeleine Sontag; and three brothers, Edward, Harold, 
and Arthur King.   The funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 18, 
2005, at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Bach. The Rev. Jonathan Meyer will officiate with 
burial in Grant Township Cemetery near Gagetown.   Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. 
today at the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. He will lie in state from 10 a.m. 
Friday until the time of service on Friday at the church.   Those planning an expression of 
sympathy are asked to consider St. Peter Lutheran Church in Bach. 



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