Ochalek-Stark Funeral Service Obituaries
Obituaries
Brinks, Deanna M.
Brinks, Deanna M. Belleville, Michigan (formerly of Cadillac and Holland) Age 61, passed away Sunday, November 9, 2008 peacefully at her home with her family at her side. She was born February 20, 1947 in Cadillac, MI, the daughter of Gordon and Alice (Schmidt) Frook. She was a 1965 graduate of Kenowa Hills High School. On March 21, 1969, she married Kenneth L. Brinks and he survives. She was a member of New Life Bible Baptist Church in Ypsilanti. Because of her faith and love in Jesus Christ, we know she is resting in His arms today. In addition to her husband, survivors include- her parents of Wayland, MI; one son, Douglas (Rebecca) Brinks of Ada, OK; one daughter, Michelle (Ken) Adams of Belleville; six grandchildren; one sister, Kathy (Dan) McRae of Plainwell, MI; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Donald and Timothy Frook. The funeral service will be 11-00 am Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at New Life Bible Baptist Church, 1175 S. Grove Road, Ypsilanti. Burial will be in Fairplanes Cemetery, Sparta Township, MI. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Envelopes are available at Stark Funeral Service Moore Memorial Chapel where the family will receive friends 4-9 pm Tuesday and at the church from 10-00 am until time of service Wednesday. Please sign her guest book at www.starkfuneral.com.
Call, Bonnie E.
Call, Bonnie E. Ypsilanti, Michigan Age 72, passed away peacefully Monday, November 3, 2008 at her residence. She was born November 26, 1935 in Little Rock, AR, the daughter of Raymond and Dolly Haralson. On January 23, 1954, she married DeWayne Call and he preceded her in death June 14, 2001. She retired from Hoover N.S.K. in 1997. Survivors include- five children, Bruce, Michael (Sue), Angela Williams, Steve (Marjorie) and Tammy (Eric) LeForge; twelve grandchildren; fourteen great grandchildren; stepmother, Bessie Haralson; two brothers, Leon and Jerry “Butch;” two sisters, Lela G. and Lucy M.; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers and one sister. The funeral service will be 11-00 am Saturday, November 8, 2008 at Stark Funeral Service Moore Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home 4-9 pm Friday. Please sign her guest book at www.starkfuneral.com.
Call, Bruce W.
Call, Bruce W. Ypsilanti, MI Age 54, passed away suddenly Sunday, November 16, 2008 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. He was born September 2, 1954 in Hayti, MO, the son of DeWayne and Bonnie E. (Haralson) Call. Bruce worked at LeForge Pipe and Fabrication in Ypsilanti. He loved hunting, fishing, and all sports, especially playing horseshoes. He was a member of the Ypsilanti Eagles. Survivors include- two sisters, Angie Williams of IN and Tammy (Eric) LeForge of Brooklyn; two brothers, Mike (Sue) Call of Cement City and Steve (Marge) Call of Wayne; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. The funeral service will be 2-00 pm Friday, November 21 at Stark Funeral Service Moore Memorial Chapel with Pastor Gordon Moore officiating. Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 10-00 am until time of service Friday. Please sign his guest book at www.starkfuneral.com.
Castle, Mary M.
Castle, Mary M. Ypsilanti, MI Age 90, passed away Wednesday, October 29, 2008 at Superior Woods. She was born August 20, 1918 in Rockhouse, KY, the daughter of Grant and Guthrie G. (Coleman) Anderson. On April 25, 1936, she married James Ira Castle in Floyd County, KY and He preceded her in death May 19, 1987. Mary worked at the cafeteria of General Motors-Willow Run Assembly Plant for ten years and was a homemaker. Survivors include- four daughters, Eleanor Szczotka of CA, Mary H. “Susie” Castle, Iris K. Castle and Jenny L. (Mike) Mellinger, all of Ypsilanti; two sons, Lanny R. of Ypsilanti and Danny G. (Marlina) of Kalkaska; ten grandchildren; fifteen great grandchildren; one great great granddaughter; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and four brothers. The funeral service will be 11-00 am Saturday, November 1, 2008 at Stark Funeral Service Moore Memorial Chapel with Rev. Robert Mack of New Life Bible Baptist Church officiating. Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery. Contributions in her memory may be made to Arbor Hospice. Envelopes are available at the funeral home where the family will receive friends 6-9 pm Thursday and 1-3 & 6-9 pm Friday. Please sign her guest book at www.starkfuneral.com.
Ciccarelli, Sybil I. (Gorham)
Ciccarelli, Sybil I. (Gorham) Northville, MI (formerly of Denton, MI) Age 98, passed away Friday, October 31, 2008 at Caretel Inns of Brighton. She was born September 27, 1910 in Detroit, the daughter of Auburn and Lusceana (Shook) Randall. She enjoyed playing cards and loved her family. Survivors include- one daughter, Marjorie Boatwright of South Lyon; six grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; six great great grandchildren; and one daughter-in-law, Barbara Gorham of Port Huron. She was preceded in death by her parents, two husbands and one son. The funeral service will be 1-30 pm Monday, November 4, 2008 at Stark Funeral Service Moore Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow in Denton Cemetery. Contributions in her memory may be made to either the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association. Envelopes are available at the funeral home where the family will receive friends 4-8 pm Sunday. Please sign her guest book at www.starkfuneral.com.
Cloud, Treasea Mary Lee
Cloud, Treasea Mary Lee Willis, Michigan Age 65, went to be with our Lord and Savior Thursday, November 6, 2008 at her home. She was born February 28, 1943 in Holmes Mill (Harlan County), KY, the daughter of Brad and Clercia (Witt) Kelly. On August 10, 1958, she married Oris B. “Whitey” Cloud and he preceded her in death September 20, 1995. She was a mighty prayer warrior and will be deeply missed by her prayer partners and best friends, Connie, Kathleen and Debbie. Treasea had a way of touching people’s lives and hearts with her gentle spirit and unconditional love. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Treasea is survived by- two sons, Marlon David (Kim) Cloud of Milan and Oris Odell (Alda) Cloud of Milan; two brothers, Clayton Odell (Erika) Kelly and David Bradley (Sharon) Kelly; sister, Tena (Garney) Clark; seven grandchildren whom she cherished and adored, Sara (David) Short, Jessica (Darryl) Wohlgemuth, Derek, Jordan and Nicole Cloud, Nicki Cross and Justin McClure; four great grandchildren, Christopher, Mason, Serenity and Ryleigh; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. In addition to her loving husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Billy Merle and one sister, Sue. The funeral service will be 11-00 am Monday, November 10, 2008 at Stark Funeral Service Moore Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow in Alban Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home 2-4 & 6-9 pm Sunday. Please sign her guest book at www.starkfuneral.com.
Cobb, Lucile
Cobb, Lucile Ypsilanti, MI Age 88 passed away at her home on October 31, 2008. She was born March 4, 1920 in Milan to George and Lottie (Eggert) Conde. The youngest of six, she was preceded in death by two brothers, three sisters and a step-son Randell. She is survived by her husband of 43 years Kenneth R. Cobb, daughters Sharon Eberle, Sheila Losee (Jan), sons Richard Eberle (Tammy) and Randall Gene Eberle (Kathy), step-daughter Margaret “Mackie” Hazlett, step-son Kenneth “Robbie” Cobb, many grandchildren, great grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren. Visitation will be at the Ochalek Stark Funeral Home, Milan on Monday from 2-4 and 5-8pm. Services will be held 11-00am Tuesday at the Milan Free Methodist Church. Burial will follow in Marble Park Cemetery
Dero Reed ~Shorty~
Reed, Dero “Shorty” Ypsilanti, Michigan Age 71 died Saturday, October 25, 2008 at Bortz Healthcare in Ypsilanti. He was born November 26, 1936 in Greenwood, Mississippi to Cambric and Bessie Reed. Survivors include his wife Betty A. Reed, daughter Theresa Darby, son Glenn Darby, three grandchildren, Taliesha Darby, Morris “MJ” Darby-Boyd and Myron (Daniel) Woods, two great-grandchildren, brother Horace Reed, sister Nell (Louis) Irby and a host of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, two nephews and five aunts. The family wishes to extend a special thanks to Bortz Healthcare Center, to Dr. Al Atar and staff for their special care to Dero. Visitation will be held at Ochalek-Stark Funeral Home in Milan on Friday, from 4-6pm. Services will be held at Ark of Noah Missionary Baptist Church, 13755 Rawsonville Rd., Belleville on Saturday at 11am with family hour starting at 10am. www.ochalekstark.com.
Dezarov, Michael Scott
Dezarov, Michael Scott “Scotty” Belleville, MI Age 25, passed away suddenly Tuesday, October 21, 2008. He was born March 6, 1983 in Ypsilanti, the son of Joseph Dezarov and Trella (Garrett) Ferris. Survivors include- his mother, Trella Ferris; his brothers, Joseph Dezarov and Pete Lazarski; four children, Allison and A.J. Dezarov and their mother, Dawn Dezarov, Cameron and Justin Dezarov and their mother, Lee Ann Wren; maternal grandmother, Vernese Garrett-Willis; aunts, uncles and many cousins. He was preceded in death by his father. The funeral service will be 11-00 am Monday, October 27, 2008 at Stark Funeral Service Moore Memorial Chapel Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home 2-4 & 6-9 pm Sunday. Sign his guest book at www.starkfuneral.com.
Don Curtis Smith, Jr.
Smith, Donald C., Jr. Milan, MI Age 61, died Tuesday, November 11, 2008 at his home with his loving family by his side after a long battle from Progressive Supranuclear Palsy. He was born December 15, 1946 in Adrian, MI to Donald Curtis and Alice (Babcock) Smith, Sr. Don attended Petersburg-Summerfield High and Adrian College. He worked for GM in both the Tecumseh and Adrian plant for 24 years retiring from Adrian in 1993. He also enjoyed working at the Top Shoppe, as a police officer, security officer, car salesman and cottage cheese maker. He was active in his community by school tutoring, a parade organizer and a Girl Scout and Boy Scout supporter. Don will be fondly remembered, however, for bringing joy to hundreds of Milan children as “Santa” in the Christmas holiday parade for the past 22 years. In addition to Santa his other passion was a love for antique cars especially his 1925 Ford Model T. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Mary Jo (O’Hare), three daughters Stacie Lynn (Jim), Danielle Lynn and Nicole Lynn, aunt and uncle Kathie and Basil Babcock, aunt Helen Babcock, aunt Helen Woerner and a very loving extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his first wife Sharon (Grof) and their daughter Tracie Lynn, his parents and a brother William. Visitation will be Thursday, from 2-4 and 6-8pm at Ochalek-Stark Funeral Home, Milan where services will be held Friday at 11am. Burial will follow in Oakwood Cemetery in Adrian. Memorial contributions may be made to the David O’Hare Foundation, 2701 Blackberry Lane NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 in memory of his nephew whom he loved dearly or to Arbor Hospice for the loving care they provided in his final days.
Eisel, Leon F.
Eisel, Leon F. Milan, MI Age 74, died Sunday, November 16, 2008 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Ann Arbor with his loving wife and devoted family by his side. He was born March 24, 1934 in Berkey, Ohio to Leo and Rosella (Miller) Eisel. He married Joyce LaBo on November 12, 1960 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Carleton, MI. Leon was a 1952 graduate of Metamora High School in OH. He served in the US Army from 1956-1958 and was honorably discharged a Specialist 4th class. He earned his associates degree from Washtenaw Community College, retired from Ford Motor Co., Milan in July of 1990 where he was assistant Superintendent of Maintenance, and also owned and operated a farm in Milan for over 45 years. He was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Milan and was an active member of the Knights of Columbus. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Joyce; a son Lawrence (Jennifer) Eisel of Scottsdale, AZ; two daughters, Lori (Carey) Crays of Carleton and Lisa (Daniel) Engel of Milan; six grandchildren, David and Erin Eisel, Jonathan and Lauren Crays, and Heather and Kristin Engel; and eight brothers and sisters. He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers and sisters. Visitation will be held at Ochalek-Stark Funeral Home, Milan on Tuesday from 4-9pm and on Wednesday from 1-9pm where the Knights of Columbus will recite the rosary in his honor on Wednesday at 8-00pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, Nov. 20th at 11-00am at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Milan where he will lie in state from 10-00am until the time of service. Military honors will follow, then Entombment at St. Joseph Cemetery, Monroe. Those desiring may make contributions to St. Joseph Mercy Hospice or Immaculate Conception Church.
Evans, Alfred E.
Evans, Alfred E. Ypsilanti, MI Age 88, passed away Wednesday, October 22, 2008. He was born June 25, 1920 in Stanton, MI, the son of Emory E. and Amy A. (Riggs) Evans. Mr. Evans retired from the Peninsular Paper Company in 1974. Survivors include- three sons, Edward H. (Donnie J.) Evans, Ronald and Donald Evans; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; two brothers, Harvey (Mary) Evans and Chester (Nova) Evans; and one sister, Alva Shaffer. He was preceded in death by his wife, Clara Bell, two sons, John and Raymond and one brother, Weston. The funeral service will be 1-30 pm Saturday, October 25, 2008 at Stark Funeral Service Moore Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow in Knollwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home 6-9 pm Friday. Please sign his guest book at www.starkfuneral.com.
Green, Frances Ellen
Green, Frances Ellen “Judy” Ypsilanti, MI Age 69, passed away Sunday, October 26, 2008. She was born March 11, 1939 in Ypsilanti, the daughter of James and Ellen (Zimmerman) Preston. On December 3, 1956, she married Willard “Bill” Green in Ypsilanti and after 42 years of marriage, he preceded her in death September 5, 1997. Throughout the years, she and her husband enjoyed their family and flowers. Survivors include- two daughters, Lee (Jim) Sivil of Monroe and Kim (Bobby) Lillis of Westland; three grandchildren, Jimmy (Kristy) Sivil, Chrissy (Russ) West and Willard Green IV; five great grandchildren, Jake, Chandler, Gabby Beyonca and Joey; two sisters, Sally (Bill) Schultz of Pontiac and Jan (Bob) Munroe of FL; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, her son, Billy and two sisters, Pat and Carol. Contributions in her memory may be made to either the Salvation Army or Donor’s Choice. Envelopes are available at Stark Funeral Service Moore Memorial Chapel where the family will receive friends 2-8 pm Tuesday. The funeral service will be 11-00 am Wednesday, October 29, 2008 at the funeral home with Pastor Don Brown of Calvary Baptist Church officiating. Burial will follow in Alban Cemetery. Please sign her guest book at www.starkfuneral.com.
Hampton, Larry W.
Hampton, Larry W. “Thump” Ann Arbor, MI Age 62, died November 15, 2008. Funeral 1-30 pm November 19 at Ypsilanti Assembly of God, 701 Holmes with visitation 11 am. Burial in Alabama. Memorials to family.
Howard, Flonnie
Howard, Flonnie Ypsilanti, MI Age 85, passed away Sunday, November 9, 2008 peacefully in her sleep. She was born May 22, 1923 in Oneida, TN, the daughter of Frank and Rachel (Byrd) Chambers. On July 6, 1946, she married Charles W. Howard in Ypsilanti and he survives. Mrs. Howard was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Chapter, #119 and Forest Avenue Baptist Church. In addition to her husband, survivors include- one son, James Howard of Taylor; three daughters, Delores Daugherty of Verdunville, WV, Brenda Howard of Canton and Vickie (Bob) Towler of The Villages, FL; six grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by three brothers, Roscoe, Costoe and James Chambers and two sisters, Goldie Slaven and Laura Stagner. The funeral service will be 1-30 pm Thursday, November 13, 2008 at Stark Funeral Service Moore Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow in Alban Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home 6-9 pm Tuesday and 2-4 & 6-9 pm Wednesday. Please sign her guest book at www.starkfuneral.com.
Isaac, Victoria
Isaac, Victoria Ypsilanti, MI Age 68, passed away Saturday, October 25, 2008. She was born December 26, 1939 in Dorton, KY, the daughter of Sherman and Elizabeth (Tackett) Maggard. On September 9, 1955, she married Elige Isaac and he survives. She attended Ypsilanti Old Regular Baptist Church. She is also survived by- two sons, Roscoe (Patricia) and Luther (Deborah) Isaac; one daughter, Cindi (David) Harper; six grandchildren, Amanda Waldrup, Jennifer Isaac, Dianna Murphy, Shannon Isaac, Jason Isaac and Jeremy Harper; three great grandchildren, Melanie Isaac, Sammy Goble and Brayden Spack; one brother, Jim (Doris) Maggard; two sisters, Millie Mahan and Frona (Ed) Foltin; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Arvil Wright and Jeff Maggard. The funeral service will be 11-00 am Wednesday, October 29, 2008 at Ypsilanti Old Regular Baptist Church, 5668 Denton Road, Ypsilanti. Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery. Contributions in her memory may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Envelopes are available at Stark Funeral Service Moore Memorial Chapel where the family will receive friends 6-9 pm Monday, 2-4 & 6-9 pm Tuesday and at the church from 10-00 am until time of service Wednesday. Please sign her guest book at www.starkfuneral.com.
Johnson, Robert Cullen
Johnson, Robert Cullen Ypsilanti, MI Age 47, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, October 22, 2008. He was born April 11, 1961 in Prestonsburg, KY. Bob attended Willow Run High School. He enjoyed riding motorcycles. Survivors include- mother, Maggie; four children, Lynn Johnson, Randy C. Johnson, Ryan C. Johnson and Anne Marie Johnson; one grandson, Te’Ron; one sister, Diane (Billy) Schooler; two brothers, Richard (Donna) Johnson and Jeffrey Johnson; godmother, Amy (Tom Stanley) Fink; and a host of other relatives. He was preceded in death by his father Milton and one brother, Randy. In honor of Bob’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Private services will be held. Please sign his guest book at www.starkfuneral.com.
Kelly-Jones, Mildred Luella
Kelly-Jones, Mildred Luella Ypsilanti, Michigan Age 87, passed away Friday, October 31, 2008 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital after a brief illness. She was born February 1, 1922 in Milford, MI, the daughter of James and Elizabeth (Clark) Burley. One of eleven children, she grew up in the Milford area before moving to Ypsilanti. During World War II, she worked at the Willow Run Bomber Plant. In 1947, she met and married Wilber B. Kelly and they resided on the Kelly farm on Whittaker Road. After raising her three children, she was employed at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor. Her husband Wilber B. Kelly preceded her in death in 1993. She married Woodrow Jones in 1985 and he preceded her in death in 1993. Mildred is survived by her loving children- William (Bonnie) Kelly of North Olmsted, OH, Janet (William) Lawson of Lisbon, OH and Michael (Sheila) Kelly of Osseo, MI- xix grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; her brothers, Roy (Phoebe) Burley and Murray (Mary) Burley; her sisters, Thelma (Howard) Armstrong, Norma (Norton) Caswell, Ann Reese and Juanita (George) Rogers; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her two husbands, she was preceded in death by her parents, her sisters, Hazel Burley and Jean Marshall and her brothers, Ralph and Harold Burley. The funeral service will be 11-00 am Monday, November 3, 2008 at Stark Funeral Service Moore Memorial Chapel with Pastor Douglas Burch of Evangelical Friends Church officiating. Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Evangelical Friends Church, 7890 Tuttle Hill Road, Ypsilanti, MI 48197. Envelopes are available at the funeral home where the family will receive friends 2-9 pm Sunday. Please sign her guest book at www.starkfuneral.com.
Kowalski, Bonnie J.
Kowalski, Bonnie J. Milan, Michigan Age 68, died November 5, 2008 at Arbor Hospice Residence in Ann Arbor with her family by her side. She was born March 10, 1940 in Detroit, Michigan to Robert B. and Pauline (Watson) Stacey. Bonnie is survived by her children Gwendolyn (Robert) Niethammer, Deborah (Daniel) Frank, Cheryl Brown, Tammie Relitz, sons Matthew (Lorraine) Brown, David (Deborah) Brown, Randall (Tonya) Brewer, thirteen grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, one brother, one sister and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by husband John and her parents. Bonnie loved gardening, quilting and camping. Visitation will be Friday from 2-4 and 6-8pm at Ochalek-Stark Funeral Home, Milan where funeral services will be held on Saturday at 11 am with visitation from 10am until time of service. Burial following at Evergreen Cemetery in Grand Blanc, MI. Contributions may be made to Arbor Hospice in her memory. www.ochalekstark.com.
MacDonald, Forrest B.
MacDonald, Forrest B. Ann Arbor, MI Age 91, passed away Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at University Hospitals He was born February 26, 1917 in Canton, OH, the son of John D. and Cora M. (Harsh) MacDonald. On October 7, 1964, he married Alverta S. Towler and she preceded him in death October 24, 1999. On August 10, 2002, he married Frances LaPrade and she preceded him in death. He worked at Daimler-Chrysler, retiring in 1973. Survivors include- a stepdaughter, Janet M. Riggs of Willis; two stepsons, Bruce Towler of SC and Larry Towler of Ypsilanti; and several step-grandchildren. In addition to his two wives, he was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, one stepdaughter, Sandra Johnson and one stepson, David Towler. Cremation has taken place. The graveside service will be 1-00 pm Thursday, November 6, 2008 at Highland Cemetery. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Kellogg Eye Clinic. Arrangements handled by Stark Funeral Service Moore Memorial Chapel. Please sign his guest book at www.starkfuneral.com.
Morrow, Brian G.
Morrow, Brian G. Dexter, Michigan Age 54, passed away Thursday, November 6, 2008 at Arbor hospice Residence. He was born August 22, 1954 in Ann Arbor, the son of Robert H. and Marjorie Jean (Zeeb) Morrow. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Carol (Morrow) Model. He graduated from Ann Arbor High School in 1972 and was then employed at Ford Motor Company for his entire working years, retiring from there. Brian was a lifelong member of St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Northfield Township. A memorial service will be held 1-00 pm Tuesday, November 11, 2008 at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2945 E. Northfield Church Road, Northfield Township with Pastor John Girach officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the church. He will be laid to rest in Leland Cemetery. Arrangements handled by Stark Funeral Service.
Mullins-Johnson, Anna L.
Mullins-Johnson, Anna L. Ypsilanti, MI Age 86, passed away Tuesday, November 18, 2008 following an extended illness. She was born April 25, 1922 in Jenkins, KY, the daughter of John and Sophia (Bowers) Mullins. Mrs. Mullins was a member of the Ypsilanti Old Regular Baptist Church. Survivors include- four children, Raymond L. Mullins Jr., Bonnie M. (Jim) Stein, Annette L. (Kermit) Coleman and Katy Mullins; twelve grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; three sisters, Katy Ruth Pass, Jerry Belcher and Francis Jo Spicer; one brother, Bobby Mullins; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Raymond L. Mullins Sr. and Bill Johnson; one daughter, Donna Mullins; two grandchildren; one brother, Bud Mullins; and two sisters, Marie Looney and Juan Haley. The funeral service will be 11-00 am Saturday, November 22 at Ypsilanti Old Regular Baptist Church, 5668 Denton Road, Canton with Brother Gene Johnson officiating. Burial will follow in Cherry Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Stark Funeral Service Moore Memorial Chapel 2-4 & 6-9 pm Friday and at the church from 10-00 am until time of service Saturday. Please sign her guest book at www.starkfuneral.com.
Nelson, Patrick Ryan
Nelson, Patrick Ryan Ann Arbor, MI Age 24, passed away peacefully at home Sunday, October 26, 2008. He was born June 15, 1984 in Ann Arbor, the son of Timmothy E. and Sherry L. (Risner) Nelson. Patrick was born with Down Syndrome. He attended the Ann Arbor Public Schools and was currently a student at Commerce Square Young Adult Program. Patrick was an avid bowler. He loved music, movies and being with his friends and family. Survivors include- his mother, Sherry; one brother, Daniel Nelson; paternal grandmother, Frances Nelson of Whitmore Lake; several aunts and uncles, James (Julie) Risner, Michael (Robbin) Risner, Tony (Kathy) Nelson, Andrew Nelson and Patricia (Gary) Beitel; and a host of cousins and other relatives. He was preceded in death by his father, Timmothy. The funeral service will be 11-00 am Friday, October 31, 2008 at Stark Funeral Service Moore Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery. Contributions in his memory may be made to the University of MI/Mott’s Child Life Department. Envelopes are available at the funeral home where the family will receive friends 2-4 & 6-9 pm Thursday. Please sign his guest book at www.starkfuneral.com.
Postiff, Patricia J.
Postiff, Patricia J. Ypsilanti, Michigan Age 83, passed away Saturday, November 8, 2008. She was born December 25, 1924 in Detroit, the daughter of Jacob H. and Arvilla (Bailey) Petty. She obtained her B.S. Degree in home economics from Michigan State University. On June 19, 1947, she married Clayton Postiff and he survives. She was a former member of Forest Avenue Baptist Church. In addition to her husband, survivors include- two daughters, Christine (Herbert) Brooks of Albany, GA and Marlene (Merrill Jr.) Collins of Milan; eight grandchildren, Joy Brooks, Ben (Vicki) Brooks, Rebecca (Joshua) Lamb, Zachary Brooks, Andrew Brooks, Sara Rieman-Wiesner, Merrill D. (Amber) Collins and Kathleen (Ryan) Congelton; and five great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one grandson, Joel Rieman. The funeral service will be 11-00 am Tuesday, November 11, 2008 at Stark Funeral Service Moore Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home 6-9 pm Monday and from 10-00 am until time of service Tuesday. Please sign her guest book at www.starkfuneral.com.
Rendel, Leland Preston
Rendel, Leland P. Ypsilanti, MI Age 98, passed away Wednesday, October 29, 2008 at the Gilbert Residence. He was born January 3, 1910 in Milan Township, MI, the son of Roscoe and Nancy (Preston) Rendel. On April 2, 1932, he married Catherine Kronenberg in Pontiac, MI and she preceded him in death April 29, 2002. Mr. Rendel retired from Ford Motor Company, Ypsilanti plant in January of 1975 after 43 years of service. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti Lions Club, Experimental Aircraft Club, Society of Manufacturing Engineers, Law Enforcement and Industrial Security Association, EMU Chemistry Club, Depot Town Antique Engine Club and Yankee Air Force. Survivors include- six children, Carol (Robert) Sutter of Ypsilanti, Doris Sands of Livonia, David (Neola) Rendel of Eaton Rapids, Roger (Aree) Rendel of Toledo, OH, Keith Rendel of San Francisco, CA and Kathy (Robert) Peipert of Southlake, TX; 21 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; one brother, George Rendel of Sebring, FL; three sisters, Mildred Kemp-Rowe and Margaret Schechter, both of Ypsilanti and Lucille Dindoffer of Lambertville, MI; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife Catherine of 70 years, he was preceded in death by three sisters, Dorothy Rendel, Ruth Reum and Rose Rhora. The funeral service will be 11-00 am Saturday, November 1, 2008 at First Baptist Church of Ypsilanti, 1110 W. Cross Street with Pastor Randy Johnson officiating. Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery. Contributions in his memory may be made to either the Gilbert Residence or the church. Envelopes are available at Stark Funeral Service Moore Memorial Chapel where the family will receive friends 6-9 pm Thursday, 2-4 & 6-9 pm Friday and at the church from 10-00 am until time of service Saturday. Please sign his guest book at www.starkfuneral.com.
Schultz, Emil
Schultz, Emil Milan, MI Age 94, died Sunday morning, October 26, 2008. He was born April 11, 1914 in Detroit to Albert and Ida (Homrich) Schultz. On August 10, 1935 he married Genevieve Marken in Whittaker and they made their home in Milan. Emil, with his brothers and father, co-founded Schultz Bottled Gas of Milan in 1939. For almost 70 years it still remains a family business, now operated by his children. Emil and Genevieve were committed to their church, family and business; serving families in the Milan area, whenever called upon. Emil was a devoted husband and father, always putting his family first. He was a lifetime member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church of which he helped build. He also was an avid bowler and sponsor, loved the outdoors and enjoyed family time at the lake cottage. He was a quiet, unassuming, generous man who loved time spent with his family. Emil and Genevieve were always together and he died just a few hours after her passing. Emil is survived by his daughter Virginia (Dan) Stralnic, and three sons, Marvin (Linda), Kenneth (Jan), and Eugene (Cindy) Schultz all of Milan, eleven grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by three brothers; August, Edward and Walter Schultz and a sister Lydia Tykoski. Visitation for both him and Genevieve will be held at Ochalek-Stark Funeral Home, Milan on Tuesday from 6-9pm and Wednesday from 1-4 and 6-9pm. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 30th 11-00am at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Milan with Rev. Thomas Schroeder officiating. Burial will follow in Marble Park Cemetery. Those desiring may make contributions to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. Condolences and guest book at www.ochalekstark.com
Schultz, Genevieve
Schultz, Genevieve Milan, MI Age 92, died unexpectedly in her home on Saturday, October 25, 2008. She was born March 28, 1916 in Detroit to Clyde and Hazel (Saxton) Marken. On August 10, 1935 she married Emil Schultz in Whittaker and they made their home in Milan. Emil and Genevieve were a loyal couple to Milan. They owned and operated Schultz Bottled Gas of Milan for almost 70 years. They were devoted to their church, family and business; serving families in the Milan area, whenever called upon. Genevieve was committed to her family. She enjoyed cooking and serving large family dinners. She watched all types of sports, but especially those her children and grandchildren were involved in. She was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church of Milan, the Ladies Aid society of the church and an avid bowler. She and her husband believed in the importance of family traditions. They were always together and he died just a few hours after her passing. Genevieve is survived by her daughter Virginia (Dan) Stralnic, and three sons, Marvin (Linda), Kenneth (Jan), and Eugene (Cindy) Schultz all of Milan, eleven grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by three brothers; Howard, Donald and Stanley Marken and two sisters; Margaret Schultz and Jean Engler. Visitation for both her and Emil will be held at Ochalek-Stark Funeral Home, Milan on Tuesday from 6-9pm and Wednesday from 1-4 and 6-9pm. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 30th 11-00am at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Milan with Rev. Thomas Schroeder officiating. Burial will follow in Marble Park Cemetery. Those desiring may make contributions to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. Condolences and guest book at www.ochalekstark.com
Shepherd, Irene F.
Shepherd. Irene F. Central City, KY (formerly of Ypsilanti) Age 89, passed away Thursday, November 20, 2008. She was born July 21, 1919 in Wayne, MI, the daughter of Beryl and Eva (Murnighan) Young. On September 4, 1961, she married Maurice R. Shepherd and he preceded her in death July 4, 2005. She loved to play bingo and all types of card games. She was a loving, devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother, sister and friend. Survivors include- two sons, Joseph (Naudine) Beard of Lewiston, MI and Roy David (Shirley) Beard of Central City, KY; six grandchildren; fourteen great grandchildren; two great great grandchildren; cousin, Gerald (Norma) Murnighan; niece, Kathy (Carl) Wegener; and nephew, Dick (Beth) Wolf. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Virginia Wolf. The funeral service will be 2-00 pm Monday, November 24 at Stark Funeral Service Moore Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow in Alban Cemetery. Contributions in her memory may be made to the American Cancer Society. Envelopes are available at the funeral home where the family will receive friends 2-5 pm Sunday. Please sign her guest book at www.starkfuneral.com.
Sherwood, Leroy A.
Sherwood, Leroy A. Avilla, IN (formerly of Ypsilanti) Age 93, passed away Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at Provena Sacred Heart of NE Indiana in Avilla. He was born September 30, 1915 in Ypsilanti, the son of Arthur and Alice (Watling) Sherwood. He attended Roosevelt High School. On November 30, 1937, he married Loretta Arend at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Ypsilanti and she survives. Roy was a technical service engineer for Central Specialty for 30 years and then for Motor Wheel Corp. for twelve years, retiring in 1977. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed a cottage on Joslin Lake in Livingston County for 35 years. A wonderful man, he will be greatly missed by family and friends. In addition to his loving wife of 71 years, survivors include- three children, Thomas (Barbara) Sherwood of Huntertown, IN, Linda (Harry) Olson of Tucson, AZ and Rosemary (Greg) Dean of Grand Rapids, MI; five grandchildren, Erek Sherwood of South Bend, IN, Julea (Robert) Diffenderfer of LaOtto, IN, Diana (Mike) Dessy of Tucson, AZ, Kyla (Aaron) Stepp of Waterford, MI and Grant Cochran of Grand Rapids, MI; and five great grandchildren, Mason, Mya and Mitchel Diffenderfer, Conner Cochran and Devin Dessy. He was preceded in death by three sisters, Ardis, Nellie and Doris. The memorial mass will be 10-00 am Monday, November 17, 2008 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 410 W. Cross Street, Ypsilanti with Fr. Bob Roggenbuck of Transfiguration Catholic Church as celebrant. Burial will be in St. John Cemetery. Contributions in his memory may be made to either Hospice of NE Indiana or St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. Envelopes are available at Stark Funeral Service Moore Memorial Chapel where the family will receive friends 4-7 pm Sunday and at the church from 9-00 am until time of service Monday. Please sign his guest book at www.starkfuneral.com.
Smith, Donald C. Jr.
Smith, Donald C., Jr. Milan, MI Age 61, died Tuesday, November 11, 2008 at his home with his loving family by his side after a long battle from Progressive Supranuclear Palsy. He was born December 15, 1946 in Adrian, MI to Donald Curtis and Alice (Babcock) Smith, Sr. Don attended Petersburg-Summerfield High and Adrian College. He worked for GM in both the Tecumseh and Adrian plant for 24 years retiring from Adrian in 1993. He also enjoyed working at the Top Shoppe, as a police officer, security officer, car salesman and cottage cheese maker. He was active in his community by school tutoring, a parade organizer and a Girl Scout and Boy Scout supporter. Don will be fondly remembered, however, for bringing joy to hundreds of Milan children as “Santa” in the Christmas holiday parade for the past 22 years. In addition to Santa his other passion was a love for antique cars especially his 1925 Ford Model T. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Mary Jo (O’Hare), three daughters Stacie Lynn (Jim), Danielle Lynn and Nicole Lynn, aunt and uncle Kathie and Basil Babcock, aunt Helen Babcock, aunt Helen Woerner and a very loving extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his first wife Sharon (Grof) and their daughter Tracie Lynn, his parents and a brother William. Visitation will be Thursday, from 2-4 and 6-8pm at Ochalek-Stark Funeral Home, Milan where services will be held Friday at 11am. Burial will follow in Oakwood Cemetery in Adrian. Memorial contributions may be made to the David O’Hare Foundation, 2701 Blackberry Lane NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 in memory of his nephew whom he loved dearly or to Arbor Hospice for the loving care they provided in his final days. www.ochalekstark.com.
Switzer, Harvey R. ~Randy~
Switzer, Harvey R. “Randy” Ypsilanti, Michigan Age 53, passed away Friday, November 7, 2008 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. He was born October 7, 1955 in Ypsilanti, the son of Ralph C. and Mary Jane (Robinson) Switzer. On August 7, 1982, he married Luette Meeker and she survives. Randy was a mechanic at Zantop International Airlines, medically retired. He enjoyed fishing and hunting, working on his red Camaro, and spending time with his granddaughter. In addition to his wife, survivors include- three children, Jimmy Joe, Billy Glen and Luette Switzer; one granddaughter, Alyssa J. Switzer; three brothers, Johnnie R., Ralph M. and James C. (Elizabeth); two sisters, Vickie (Kelzo) Newsom and Pamela (William) Taylor; and a host of other relatives. He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers, Carter, Gary and Charles Switzer. The funeral service will be 1-30 pm Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at Stark Funeral Service Moore Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery. Contributions in his memory may be made to his family. Envelopes are available at the funeral home where the family will receive friends 2-4 and 6-9 pm Tuesday. Please sign his guest book at www.starkfuneral.com.
Towler, Larry E.
Towler, Larry E. Ypsilanti Township, MI Age 76, passed away Saturday, November 15, 2008 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. He was born October 31, 1932 in Augusta Township, MI, the son of William (Ted) and Alverta (Shafer) Towler. On October 1, 1955, he married Sylvia I. Farrand in Ypsilanti, MI and she survives. Mr. Towler was a tool & die maker for Ford Motor Company for 44 years, retiring in 1998 from the Ypsilanti plant. He was a member of the Ypsilanti Moose Lodge #782. He also was a member of the Ypsilanti American Legion and V.F.W. In addition to his loving wife of 53 years, survivors include- two daughters, Michelle (Cliff) Durfee of Gregory, MI and Lynne (Martin) Hagerty of Alma, MI; 3 grandchildren, Nichalas Tower, Karli Hagerty and Jared Hagerty; one brother, Bruce Tower; one sister, Janet Riggs; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, one son, Jeffrey; one grandson, William “Ted,” one brother, David Towler and one sister, Sandra Johnson. The funeral service will be 1-00 pm Tuesday, November 18 at Stark Funeral Service Moore Memorial Chapel. Contributions in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society. Envelopes are available at the funeral home where the family will receive friends 2-4 & 6-9 pm Monday. Please sign his guest book at www.starkfuneral.com.
Woolner, Clayton
Woolner, Clayton Milan, MI Age 92 died Thursday, October 30, 2008 at his home with his loving wife of 66 years by his side. He was born February 20, 1916 in Gagetown, MI to Joseph and Mary (Holshoe) Woolner. On May 16, 1942 he married Marian Bird in Milan and she survives. Clayton managed the Milan Lumber Company for over 44 years until he retired in 1985. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, K of C Council, the Loyal Order of the Moose all of Milan, and the Boy Scouts of America. He is survived by his wife Marian, a son David (Carmen) of Colorado, daughter Deborah (Richard) Ammentorp of CA, four grandchildren, Leanne, Bonni, Danielle, and Clay and four great-grandchildren, He was preceded in death by his son Daniel, grandson Raymond, three brothers and two sisters. Visitation will be held at Ochalek-Stark Funeral Home, Milan on Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8pm where a Rosary will be recited at 7-30pm. Mass of Christian burial will be held 11-00am Wednesday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Milan with burial following at Marble Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Arbor Hospice.
Workman, Eulala G.
Workman, Eulala Grace (Waters) Ypsilanti, MI Age 74, passed away peacefully Monday, November 17, 2008 with her family by her side. She was born November 27, 1933 in Ann Arbor, the daughter of Stanley T. and Ruth (Morningstar) Waters. She was a 1952 graduate of Owosso Bible School and formerly attended Lincoln Consolidated Schools K-11. On May 15, 1954, she married George William Workman Jr. and he survives. Eulala was a former member of Merritt Road First Church of the Nazarene in Ypsilanti. She was a devoted, loving and faithful wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother and friend. She had many roles in her life and filled them all so well. She was loved and treasured by all who knew her. Because of her faith and love in Jesus Christ, we know she is resting in His Arms today! In addition to her loving husband of 54 years, survivors include- four children, Susan (Loomis) Workman, Sharon “Shari” (Brad Johnson) Workman, Douglas (Rhonda) Workman and Donald (Debbie) Workman; five grandchildren, Brian (Amanda) Loomis, Jessica (Ricky) Workman-Hickman, Tammy Loomis, Aaron Workman and Brandon Workman; nine great grandchildren, Bri-Anna, Tyler, Simone, Jakob, Ajaiya, Rhiannan, Caleb, Parker and Baby Grace, (due in February 2009); two sisters, Marjorie (Waters) Hayes and Shirley (Bob) (Waters) Wall; one brother, David (Paulina) Waters; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be 11-00 am Thursday, November 20 at Stark Funeral Service Moore Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow in Alban Cemetery. Contributions in her memory may be made to Arbor Hospice. Envelopes are available at the funeral home where the family will receive friends 2-4 & 6-9 pm Wednesday. Please sign her guest book at www.starkfuneral.com.