HURON DAILY TRIBUNE, Bad Axe, Huron County, Michigan Local obituaries for the week beginning September 24, 2006 Contributed 2006 by Carol Morrison for use in the USGenWeb Archives. USGENWEB ARCHIVES NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any other organization or persons. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent of the contributor, or the legal represent- ative of the submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with proof of this consent. The submitter has given permission to the USGenWeb Archives to store the file permanently for free access. Sunday, September 24, 2006 Emma Geiger Emma Florence Geiger, 85, of Marlette and formerly of Deford, died Friday, September 22, 2006, at the Marlette Extended Care Facility. She was born August 25, 1921 in Ubly, daughter of the late Louis and Veronica (Bukoski) Tschirhart. She married Frank Bugai on August 9, 1941 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Smith Corners. He preceded her in death on October 22, 1976. She married Louis E. Geiger on October 6, 1979 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Smith Corners. He preceded her in death on March 12, 2004. Emma was a graduate of Bingham Township Elementary School. She lived in the Detroit area from 1938 until 1974 and then moved to Deford. Emma was a former parishioner of St. John Evangelist in Detroit and St. Michael's in Detroit where she was a member of the Altar Society. Emma is survived by two sons, Marvin Bugai and Frank Bugai, both of Hamtramck; one brother, Marvin Tschirhart and his wife, Iva, of Ubly; four step-sisters, Blanche Rumptz and her husband, Archie, of Ubly, Norine Williamson and her husband, Edward, of Sterling Heights, Leta Duda, of Mount Clemens, Dorothy Zurek and her husband, Lawrence, of Clinton Township; two step sisters-in-law, Virginia Maurer and Lila Maurer, both of Ubly. She was preceded in death by two sons, David and John Bugai; one brother, Leonard Tschirhart; three sisters, Madeline Wheaton, Blanche Hunsanger and Bernice Bouverette; two step brothers, F. Ervin and Linus "Mike" Maurer. A Funeral Mass will be at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, September 26, 2006, at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Smith Corners. The Rev. Robert Shine will officiate. Burial will be in St. Michael Cemetery in Wilmot. Visitation will be from 1:30 to 9 p.m. on Monday at the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly and from 10 to 11 a.m. on Tuesday at the church. Raymond D. Leppek Raymond D. Leppek, 75, of Bad Axe, died Thursday afternoon, September 21, 2006, at Huron Medical Center. He was born to the late Bernard and Elizabeth (Peruski) Leppek of Huron County on October 18, 1930. He served our country as a member of the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was united in marriage to Shirley J. Greyerbiehl on August 20, 1955 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bad Axe. Raymond lived near Verona for 14 years where he farmed 80 acres along with working at Liberty Tool. He loved the outdoors and always had a large garden, but would still find time to play baseball with his children. He loved to play euchre and had a great sense of humor. Later he moved south of Bad Axe and still farmed 40 acres along with working at Liberty Tool before retiring after 29 years at the age of 70. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bad Axe and served as an usher, Eucharistic Minister, and catchiest for the S.P.R.E.A.D. Program. Surviving are his wife, Shirley; his children, R. Joseph and his wife, Colleen, of Goodrich, Thomas and his wife, Valerie, of Ft. Wayne, Indiana, James and his wife, Tina, of Bad Axe, Elizabeth Patterson and her husband, Brent, of Port Austin, Angie Sikorski and her husband, Tony, of Ft. Wayne, Indiana, Timothy and his wife, Denise, of Fountain, Colo., Andy and his wife, Patti, of Pierceton, Ind., Mark and his wife, Liz, of Ft. Wayne, Indiana, Susan Shuart and her husband, Shawn, of Freeland; 20 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren; one brother, Paul and his wife, Bernice, of Coleman; one sister, Grace Richmond, of Warren; sister-in-law, Mary Ellen Leppek; and many other in-laws, nieces, nephews and many friends and neighbors. He was preceded in death by one brother, Jerry; and brother-in-law, Ralph Richmond. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, September 25, 2006, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Bad Axe, with Fr. Robert Shine officiating. Burial will be in the Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday at MacAlpine Funeral Home Chapel in Bad Axe and from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Monday at the chapel. A scripture service will be conducted at 7:45 p.m. on Sunday at the chapel. Memorials may be offered to the Family Discretionary Fund. Beatrice Olson Beatrice Pearl Olson, 88, of Caseville, died Thursday, September 21, 2006, at Huron County Medical Care Facility in Bad Axe. She was born March 19, 1918 in Caseville to the late William and Pearl (Nettle) Langley. After school, she moved between Saginaw and Detroit before returning to Caseville in the mid 1970s. She was a former member of the Caseville Eagle's Auxiliary and the Eastern Star. She enjoyed bowling and golfing. Beatrice is survived by her children, Jean (Jerry) Cilc, of Caseville, Rick (Judy), of Trenary, and Cathy (Ken) Mehling, of Crystal; grandchildren, Kimberly, Jeffrey, Kelly, Eddy, Victoria, Shay, Jaedyne, James, Jason and Jay; 15 great grandchildren; and a sister, Edith Wiese, of Caseville. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clayton, in 1988; son, James; and daughter, Barbara. Committal services will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, September 30, 2006, at Caseville Township Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are being handled by the Champagne Funeral Chapel of Caseville. Memorials may be made to Heartland Hospice or the Glaucoma Foundation. Condolences may be shared at www.cfcCaseville.com. Barbara Joan Roberts Barbara Joan Roberts, 68, of Bad Axe, passed away on Wednesday, September 20, 2006, at Presbyterian Hospital in Huntersville, North Carolina. She was born on March 13, 1938 in Saginaw, daughter of the late Rudolph and Marie (Bushaw) Schneider. She married her husband of nearly 44 years, Delbert Roberts, on November 24, 1962 in Saginaw. She was a 1957 graduate of SS. Peter and Paul High School. The couple moved to the family farm in Harbor Beach where she created a warm and loving family environment. After retirement, they moved to Bad Axe. She is survived by her deeply saddened family, her husband, Delbert, of Bad Axe; one son, Tony Roberts and his wife, Lora, and her children, one daughter, Lea Dow and her husband, Michael, of Macomb, and granddaughter, Olivia Dow, of Huntersville, North Carolina; one sister, Donna Houshiar, of Auburn, and her family. Barbara was a gentle and caring person who touched the heart of every person she knew. She will be sorely missed by all. The world has lost an angel and Heaven has gained one. Services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, September 25, 2006, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bad Axe. Officiating will be Fr. Robert Shine. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 to 8 p.m. on Sunday at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe and from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service at 10:30 a.m. on Monday at the church. A scripture service will be offered at 7 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home. Sarah I. Feagain Sarah I. Feagain, 71, of Harbor Beach, passed away Saturday, September 23, 2006, in the Courtney Manor Nursing Center of Bad Axe. Arrangements are incomplete and are being handled by Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. A complete obituary will be in a later edition of the Huron Daily Tribune or view the website RamseyFH.com. Monday, September 25, 2006 Betty Anderson Betty Anderson, 70, of Cass City, died Saturday, September 23, 2006, in her home following a long illness. She was born June 13, 1936 in Rothenbach, Germany to Johann and Theresa (Kraus) Kreuzer. She married Wayne L. Anderson on August 30, 1957 in Rothenbach, Germany near Nürnburg. Betty met her husband while he was in the U.S. Army stationed in Germany. Together they were "Rock and Roll" dancers and danced in many area establishments, including Wildwood Farms, Colony House and Frankenmuth dance halls. Betty worked for Walbro Manufacturing for 17 years. She was a great cook and enjoyed crocheting afghans. Betty loved spending time with her grandchildren. Betty is survived by her husband, Wayne "Peewee"; children, Jeanne (Pete) Murawski, of Clinton Township, Jim Anderson, of Cass City, Belinda Anderson, of Cass City; grandchildren, Chasity (Michael) Perzanowski, Jason Mester, Joshua Kenward, Jessica Mester, Thomas Mester, Cynthia Anderson, Steven Anderson; great- grandchildren, Cody, Braeden, Shaede, Katelynne, Brianna, Jordan, Shanell, Payton; sisters, Heidi, Margaret, Rosie and Traudi, all of Germany; brother-in-law, Charles Anderson, of Florida; sister-in-law, Mary Lou Bergman, of Caro. She was preceded in death by her son, John Anderson, in 1989; sister, Ingrid; and an 8-year-old brother. A funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, September 26, 2006, in Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City, with Chuck Emmert, of Novesta Church of Christ, officiating. Interment will be in Elkland Township Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Heartland Hospice. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and stories with the family at www.kranzfuneralhome.com. Robert F. Benkelman Robert F. Benkelman, who worked to develop radio broadcasting in the Thumb, established WKYO in Caro, and helped many young local announcers launch their careers, died Friday, September 22, 2006, at St. Mary's Medical Center in Saginaw from complications of pulmonary fibrosis. He was 79. He was born in Sandusky on October 1, 1926 to Harold L. and Isabel (Fletcher) Benkelman. He was raised in Cass City, served in the U.S. Navy, and graduated from Michigan State with a communications degree in 1950. He married Lorraine B. Smith on September 30, 1950 in Kalamazoo. After working as an announcer at WFYC in Alma, WILS in Lansing and WBCM in Bay City, Mr. Benkelman and Chuck Anthony formed a group of investors to start the Water Wonderland Broadcasting Company in the mid-1950s and went on the air as WWBC. He later sold his interest in WWBC and founded the Tuscola Broadcasting Company with James McCoy, going on the air as WKYO 1360 in Caro in 1962. He started WKYO- FM 104.9 in the 1980s, later changing the call letters to WIDL, which now broadcasts on 92.1. "Mr. B," as he called himself on the air, did every job at his stations, from custodial work to writing ad spots to overall management. He felt that small-town radio should be local in nature, giving the public the news of the community, from lost animals to a trip to the Thumb by the president of the U.S. As small-town radio stations are also starting places for young announcers, many of the successful radio and TV people in this area were helped and taught by Mr. Benkelman at WKYO and WIDL. He and his company belonged to the National Association of Broadcasters, the Michigan Association of Broadcasters, the Radio Advertising Bureau, the Caro Chamber of Commerce and the Cass City Chamber of Commerce. A veteran of the U.S. Navy (1944-1946), Mr. Benkelman in 1999 volunteered to help restore the SS American Victory Mariners Memorial and Museum in Tampa, Florida. He was a published writer, with several articles in the local press in Florida. Bob loved working on and operating all manner of transportation — planes, boats, and automobiles. During the 1970s, he obtained his pilot's license and owned several planes. He also was an avid boater and amateur auto mechanic. He took physical fitness seriously, regularly lifting weights and doing 4-mile fast-walks — and rejecting offers of car rides from passing friends. He was a member of the Rotary Club, the Caro Moose Lodge, the Caseville Eagles Club, and the Elks Club of Ruskin, Florida. He was a life member of the Michigan State University Alumni Association. He is survived by his wife, Lorraine; daughters, Carole Benkelman and her husband, Kevin Larke, of St. Johns, Catherine and her husband, Charles Brooks, of Sheridan, Arkansas, Susan Benkelman and her husband, Ken Fireman, of Bethesda, Maryland; grandchildren, Jason Tetreau, Carrie Tetreau, Andrew Larke, Keith Brooks, Steven (Amber) Brooks, Eric Brooks, Catherine Fireman, Alexandra Fireman; and great- granddaughter, Faith Brooks. He was preceded in death by his brother, William Benkelman. A graveside service will be conducted at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, September 26, 2006, with Virginia Leipprandt, Jim Joslin and Ken Fireman officiating. Interment will take place in Elkland Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Rawson Memorial Library, 6495 Pine Street, Cass City, Michigan 48726. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and stories with the family at www.kranzfuneralhome.com. Robert Lee Connell Robert Lee Connell, 75, of Deckerville and formerly of Harbor Beach, passed away Sunday, September 24, 2006, at his home near Deckerville. Born in Cumber on February 1, 1931, he was the son of Harvey and Iris (Connell) Kritzman. On November 20, 1948, Bob and Viola Palmer were united in marriage in Cass City. She preceded him in death on September 21, 1984 after 57 years of marriage. Robert is a veteran of the Korean War serving in the U.S. Army. He was an employee of Hercules, Inc. of Harbor Beach, retiring in 1996 after working for 48 years. Bob enjoyed being outdoors hunting and working on his farm in Wheatland Township. Surviving are his daughter, Kimberly Connell, of Deckerville; brother, Hank Kritzman, of Lake Orion; and three sisters, Barb Spencer, of Deford, Shirley Periso, of Deford, and Sharon Kritzman, of Decker. Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday and from noon until the time of the service on Wednesday at the funeral home. Celia Rita Moeller Celia Rita Moeller, 91, resident of Kinde, died Sunday, September 24, 2006, at Marlette Hospice Residence. She was born August 16, 1916 to the late Albert and Mary (Koroleski) Ignash. Celia was married to George M. Moeller on June 25, 1936 at the St. Edward's Rectory. George preceded her in death on February 21, 1996. Celia was a member of St. Edwards Catholic Church in Kinde and a member of the Lady's Altar Society. She enjoyed baking, crocheting, and raising her family. She is survived by three daughters, Sonja Wojno, of St. Claire Shores, Alice (Richard) Yaroch, of Port Austin, Joan Zwolinski and her special friend, Don Scott, of Carsonville; two sons, Leon (Audrey) Moeller, of Las Vegas, Nevada, Maurice (Cathy) Moeller, of Bloomington, Indiana; 17 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; three great great grandchildren; one daughter-in-law, Donna Moeller, of Allegan; and several nieces and nephews. Celia was preceded in death by two sons, Frederick and Alger Moeller; two sons-in-law, Joseph Wojno and Michael Zwolinski; four brothers, Leonard, Wallace, Sylvester and Mack Ignash; two sisters, Eleanor Shepley and Sophie Zmick. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, September 27, 2006, at St. Edwards Catholic Church in Kinde with Fr. Mieczyslaw Oniskiewiez officiating. Visitation will be from 2 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, and from 9 to 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday at the MacAlpine Funeral Home Gage Chapel in Kinde. An altar society rosary will take place at 4 p.m. and a vigil service at 7 p.m. on Tuesday. The family is grateful for all the wonderful care that was provided their mother at the Hospice Residence and therefore request that memorials be made to United Hospice Service, 2770 Main Street, Marlette, Michigan 48453 or to St. Edwards Catholic Church in Kinde, Michigan 48445. Edna G. O'Shea Mrs. Edna G. O'Shea, 91, of Ruth, died Saturday, September 23, 2006, at the Harbor Beach Long Term Care Facility. She was born October 25, 1914 in Smith Corners, daughter of the late Adam and Rose (Warchuck) Helewski. She married Thomas P. O'Shea on October 26, 1935 at St. Philips Catholic Church in Battle Creek by Msgr. Walsh. He preceded her in death on March 23, 1989. Edna was an eighth grade graduate of Maurer Country School. She was a parishioner of Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Ruth where she was a member of the Confraternity of Christian Mothers. Mrs. O'Shea is survived by two daughters, Rosemary Krause and her husband, Glenn, of Rochester Hills, and Kathleen Leen, of Wayne; one son, Robert O'Shea, of Filion; ten grandchildren; and 13 great grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Rita Helewski, of Ubly. Edna was preceded in death by her parents; husband; son-in-law, Maurice Leen; six brothers, Peter, Joseph, William, Stanley, Anthony and Bernard Helewski; three sisters, Regina Schmitt, Frances Schmitt and Martha Hammerle. A Funeral Mass will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, September 28, 2006, at Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Ruth. Fr. Gerard Bernier, Sacramental Minister, will officiate. Burial will be in St. Ignatius Cemetery in Frieburg. Visitation will be from 4:30 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday at Zinger- Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly, and from 1 p.m. until the Mass at 2 p.m. on Thursday at the church. There will be a rosary at 5:30 p.m. by the Ss. Peter and Paul Christian Mothers and a parish vigil service at 6 p.m. on Wednesday by St. Mary Ann Ankoviak, S.S.J., both at the funeral home. Iva E. Swartzendruber Iva E. Swartzendruber, 90, of Bay Port, passed away Saturday, September 23, 2006, at Home Sweet Home Retirement Manor in Pigeon. On June 5, 1916, she was born in Bay Port to John and Rachel (Albrecht) Gunden and graduated from the Snell Country School. She was united in marriage to Lawrence Swartzendruber at the Gunden family home on June 4, 1936. Mrs. Swartzendruber was a homemaker throughout her lifetime, enjoying flower and vegetable gardening and was known as a wonderful baker of cookies and rolls. She was a gracious hostess, welcoming many people into her home. She worked on the farm for many years with her husband and continued to farm after his death on September 2, 1967. Iva was a member of the Pigeon River Sewing Circle and made quilts for her children and many other people as well. She was a prayer warrior, praying daily for her family, and was a faithful member of the Pigeon River Mennonite Church. She is survived by six children, Roma (Alferd) Bontrager, of Darien Center, New York, Dale (Delores) Swartzendruber, of Grand Blanc, Dennis (Dorothy) Swartzendruber, Karen (Thomas) Beachy and Leland (Jeanne) Swartzendruber, all of Bay Port, and Arlin "Bear" (Kimberly) Swartzendruber, of Pigeon; 15 grandchildren; two stepgrandsons; and 18 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers and a sister, Glen (Pauline) Gunden, of Goshen, Indiana, Olin (Joyce) Gunden, of Pigeon, John Dale (Ethel) Gunden, of Bay Port, and Lala King, of Florida; sister-in-law, Maggie Gunden, of Pigeon; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Rosalie; a grandson, Dwight Bontrager; a sister and her husband, Clara and Mark Stalter; a brother, Delmar Gunden; a brother-in-law, John King; and a foster brother and his wife, Mike and Dorothy Sape. A funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, September 26, 2006, at Pigeon River Mennonite Church with the Rev. Thomas Beachy, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be from 3 to 9 p.m. today and from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Tuesday at the church. Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon, is conducting the arrangements. Marjorie M. Wolfenden Marjorie M. Wolfenden, 86, resident of Caseville, passed away Saturday, September 23, 2006, at Crittenton Hospital, Rochester Hills. She was the beloved wife of the late Charles Wolfenden; dear mother of Sandra Azar, Louise (Ken) Wasielewski, Holly (John) Masters, and the late Carl (Connie) Wolfenden. She had 11 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. She was the dear sister of Virol Gomolka. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 30, 2006, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 1276 Pigeon Road., Bad Axe. Interment will be in Grandlawn Cemetery, Caseville. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Sterling Heights Chapel of the Obarzanek Funeral Home. Tuesday, September 26, 2006 Viola M. Hill Viola M. Hill, 98, formerly of Bad Axe, passed away Friday, September 22, 2006, at her home in Saginaw. Mrs. Hill was born July 23, 1908 in Sigel Township to the late August and Julia (Hoin) Staroska. Viola Staroska and Walter T. Hill were married in Detroit. Mr. Hill preceded her in death on January 5, 1998 after 64 years of marriage. She was a long time parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Viola was an avid bowler and enjoyed painting landscapes. She is survived by two sons, Donald and his wife, Linda, of Saginaw, and Edward and his wife, Carol, of Bad Axe; one daughter, Julia Walters and her husband, Glen, of Hot Springs, Arkansas; 11 grandchildren, Terry, Vicki, Walter, Eric, Melanie, Reneé, Robin, Craig, Kristin, Gregory and Jackie; and 25 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a grandchild, Jeffrey; and great grandchild, Andrew James; five brothers, William, Edward, Irvin, Walter and Benjamin; and one sister, Adelia Roberts. Mass of Christian Burial was conducted at 11 a.m. today at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bad Axe with Fr. John Weis officiating with burial in Colfax Cemetery. MacAlpine Funeral Home in Bad Axe is conducting the arrangements. Memorials may be offered to the Family Discretionary Fund. Virginia M. Indo Virginia M. Indo, 82, of Kinde, died Monday, September 25, 2006, at the Huron County Medical Care Facility in Bad Axe. She was born November 10, 1923 to the late Edward and Martha (Byarski) Matelski of Kinde. She was married to her loving husband, Daniel Indo, on June 5, 1948 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Dwight Township. She enjoyed reading, scrapbooking, poetry and daytime television programs. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and enjoyed spending time with her family. She will be sadly missed by them as well as by many close friends. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Daniel Indo; three children, Deanna (Eugene) Rice, of Kinde, Janis (Larry) Horetski, of Port Austin, and Tony (Sharon) Indo, of Port Austin; grandchildren, Danielle (Kyle) Romzek, of Kinde, Doug Rice and his special friend, Danyeil Schramski, of Port Austin, Shelly (Kevin) Koth, of Kinde, Heather (Cory) Bender, of Kinde, Amy (Jeff) Babcock, of Port Austin, Trevor Indo and his fiancée, Amy Jaworski, of Kinde, Nicole Indo and her special friend, Brian Eisinger, of Ubly; great-grandchildren, Gavin Koth, Madalynne and Brody Bender and Brandon, Jacob and Katelyn; brother-in-law, Edward Bresky; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Martha Matelski; sister, Genevieve Bresky; and brother, Albin Matelski, sister-in-law, Lydia Matelski; and her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Tony & Mary Indo. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, September 28, 2006, at the MacAlpine Funeral Home Gage Chapel in Kinde. Fr. Sermon will officiate. Burial will be in St. Edward's Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9 to 11 a.m. on Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials may be offered to the Family Discretionary Fund. Florence M. Knoblock Florence M. Knoblock, 92, passed away Sunday, September 24, 2006, at St. John Oakland Hospital. She was born September 6, 1914 in Milan. She was the beloved wife of the late Phillip; loving mother of Betty (James) Mexico Sr., Jean Wyatt, and the late Connie (David) Jenuwine; proud grandmother of James Mexico Jr., Lana (Mark) Franks, Keith Mexico, Claudia (Patrick) Leszczyk, Glenn Mexico, Karen (Danny) Young, Debbie (Mark) Andrews, Billy (Marilyn) Wyatt Jr., Daniel (fiancée Wendy) Jenuwine, Vicki (Kevin) Macklem, and Renée (Robert) Ludwig; great grandmother of 19 and great great grandmother of four; she was also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She was preceded in death by her brothers, sisters, and parents. Florence's first love was her family. She enjoyed bingo, going to the casino, crocheting, collecting elephant statues and figurines, and spending time in Port Austin. She will be missed by her many friends whom she saw daily at breakfast at Big Boy's. The service will be at noon on Thursday, September 28, 2006, at Zion Lutheran Church, 10 Mile Road (one block east of Ryan), in Warren. Interment will be in Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton Township. Visitation will be from 4 to 9 p.m. today and from 1 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Road at Schoenherr in Sterling Heights and from 11 a.m. until the time of the service on Thursday at the church. Earl R. Steadman Earl R. Steadman, 75, a loving husband and father passed away Sunday, September 24, 2006, at his residence. Mr. Steadman was born in Sigel Township. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Bettyann Steadman; sons, Mark (Beth) and Tracy (Jennifer) Steadman and Warren Wnek; brothers, Durrell (Neomia) and Max (Florence) Steadman; sisters, Phyllis (James) Williams and June (Rex) Hart; and grandchildren, Amber, Seth, Aneena, Keith, Stephanie, Robert, Katherine, Jennifer, Kevin, Grady and Russell. Mr. Steadman was preceded in death by his sister, Joy Braun, and a brother, Douglas Steadman. Visitation will be conducted from 1 to 4 p.m. on Wednesday at South Brevard Funeral Home in Melbourne, Florida, (321) 724-2222. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 988 Woodcock Road, Suite 200, Orlando, Florida. Wednesday, September 27, 2006 William W. Truskowski William W. Truskowski, 87, of Caseville, died Monday, September 25, 2006, at his home after a lengthy illness. Bill was born February 13, 1919 in Detroit, to the late Benjamin and Antoinette (Zulaka) Truskowski. He served in the U.S. Navy in World War II in both the Atlantic and Pacific Theaters. He married Elizabeth Wantuck in 1940; she preceded him in death in 1987. He then married Alice Warham in 1990; she also preceded him in death in 1998. Bill retired from Stroh's Brewery in Detroit in 1981 after 34 years. He moved to Caseville in 1991. He enjoyed fishing, making cures and collecting coins. He is survived by his sons, Jerome (Susan), of Lexington, and Richard, of Caseville; 13 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and sisters, Nellie Wasik and Sophie Schubach, both of Detroit. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Patricia. A Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday, September 30, 2006, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Wayne. Visitation will be from 3 to 9 p.m. on Friday at the Harry Will Funeral Home in Wayne and from 9 a.m. until the time of the Mass on Saturday at the church. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Thursday, September 28, 2006 – No obituaries reported Friday, September 29, 2006 Gordon John Dondineau Gordon John Dondineau, 81, of Kinde, passed away Thursday, September 28, 2006, at Huron Medical Center, Bad Axe. He was born May 12, 1925 in Meade Township to the late John and Margaret (McPhee) Dondineau. On August 12, 1950 he was united in marriage to Bertha Guster at the Kinde Presbyterian Church. Mr. Dondineau was a lifelong resident of Meade Township. He was a member of the Kinde Presbyterian Church. Gordon was a bee keeper for many years and also raised horses and enjoyed harness racing. He was a lifelong farmer of Meade Township who loved to hunt deer and pheasant and enjoyed polka dancing. He loved his family and friends and enjoyed talking to people. He is survived by his wife, Bertha, of Kinde; three daughters, Marjorie (James) Reinig, of Arizona, Patti Dondineau, of Ruth, and Jennifer (Chad) Alexander, of Kinde; two sons, Gordon Dondineau Jr., of Pinnebog, and James Dondineau, of Kinde; grandchildren, Audrey Mascorro and her special friend, Steve Farlow, of Arizona, Carmen Mascorro and her fiancé, Mark Apley, of Bad Axe, Krista (Paul) Saab, of South Wales, Australia, Brandon Smith and his special friend, Tracy O'Donnell, of Bay City, Aaron (Jeanna) Dondineau, of Ruth, Jennifer (Rahif) Achour, of Ypsilanti, James (Melissa) Dondineau, of Trenton, New Jersey, Jesse Dondineau, of Kinde, and Katilyn, Nicole, and Logan Alexander, of Kinde; great grandchildren, Steven Farlow, of Korea, Bradley and Bethany Farlow, of Arizona, Sierra Mascorro, of Arizona, Alexandria, Mark Douglas and Lillian Apley, of Bad Axe, and Kyle Ratcliff, of Snover; two sisters, Jean (Wilford) Young, of Kinde, and Mary (Al) Ahles, of Indiana. Funeral services will be at noon on Saturday, September 30, 2006, at the MacAlpine Funeral Gage Chapel in Kinde. The Rev. Orth will officiate. Burial will be in Colfax Township Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2 to 9 p.m. on Friday and from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials may be offered to the Family Discretionary Fund. Robert E. Williams Robert E. Williams, 74, of Port Austin, died Thursday, September 28, 2006. Bob was born January 17, 1932 in St. Clair to the late Ernst "Ham" and Hattie Williams. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Bob worked construction and was a member of the American Legion in St. Clair and the Moose in Cape Coral, Florida. He is survived by sons, David (Elizabeth) Williams and Robert J. Williams; grandchildren, Ted, Terry and Virginia Williams, Michael (Mel) and Thomas Stockwell; great grandchildren, Angel and Michael; and sister, Carol Ann (Jerry) Van Buskirk. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Beverly Sherman; and a brother, Jack Williams. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, October 2, 2006, in the L.C. Friederichs and Son Funeral Home in St. Clair. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on Saturday and from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday in the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Cancer Society. 1