Pauline M. Berry of Caro, age 94, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 31, 2014 in her home at Timberline Lodge in Caro.  She was born September 22, 1919 in Vassar, the third child of the late Evert and Nellie (Ross) Safford. Pauline attended Vassar School and graduated in 1937. As a teenager Pauline worked at the Vassar Theater, and helped with small jobs for her dad on the family farm.  Pauline Safford was united in marriage with Donald Berry on May 30, 1940 in Caro.  They lived in Vassar before moving to Caro in 1946. Donald preceded her in death on July 10, 1989. Pauline is survived by her children: David A. Berry, Sr. of Skidway Lake and Tryon, North Carolina, Robert O. (Kay) Berry of Greenbush and Goldsboro, North Carolina, Linda L. (Timothy) Kempf of Lake Orion, Paula S. (David) Lagos of Cass City, Clinton W. Berry of Frankenmuth and Wildwood, Florida, Donna J. (Karl) Witkovsky of Cass City; eleven grandchildren, and numerous great- and great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.  In addition to her parents and husband, Pauline was preceded in death by one sister, Louise Aranyos; one brother, Carl Safford; a daughter-in-law, Janet Berry; and a great-granddaughter, Ashley Lagos. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, August 4, 2014 at the Indianfields Township Cemetery Chapel in Caro with Pastor Mark of Hometown Hospice officiating. Burial will follow at Indianfields Township Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Chapel on Monday from 1:00 p.m. until the time of the service at 2:00 p.m. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to the charity of the donor’s choice. The family was assisted with these arrangements by the Ransford Collon Funeral Home of Caro.  Friends may share memories, thoughts and prayers online at www.RansfordCollon.com.

Myrtle Marie Wright of Caro, age 86, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2014 at St. Mary’s of Michigan in Saginaw, following a brief illness.  She was born September 28, 1927 in Cass City, the daughter of the late E. Carl and Hazel L. (Bullock) Thane.  On March 17, 1945 Myrtle was united in marriage with Milton Wright in Caro, and he preceded her in death on December 23, 2012.  Myrtle worked at Moore Telephone Company in Caro as an operator prior to going to work at the Caro Regional Center as an attendant nurse for many years.  Myrtle was a member of the Caro Moose Lodge #1049 and was a life member of the Caro Eagles Aerie #3587.  She enjoyed euchre, sewing, quilting, traveling, and served as a booking agent for a company that raised Herrmann’s Royal Lipizzan Stallions. Myrtle is survived by six children and their spouses, Ron & Linda Wright of Caro, Sandy & Dennis McCrumb of Vassar, Gary & Deb Wright of Vassar, Rusty & Denise Wright of Texas, Jacqie Angeline and her special friend, Jerry Burek, of Arizona, Scott & Tina Wright of Texas; seventeen grandchildren; twenty-six great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.  In addition to her parents and husband, Myrtle was preceded in death by two brothers, Donald and Douglas Thane. In keeping with Myrtle’s wishes, cremation has taken place.  A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, August 4, 2014 at the Ransford Collon Funeral Home in Caro with Rev. Michele Hile officiating.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 11:00 a.m. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to the Caro Moose Lodge. The family was assisted with these arrangements by the Ransford Collon Funeral Home of Caro.  Friends may share memories, thoughts and prayers online at www.RansfordCollon.com.

Anita June Boyd Hosley, born August 20, 1929, passed away April 19, 2014.   She was preceded in death by her husband, Frederick Joseph Hosley, in 2012.  June was born in Williamston, Michigan and moved to Lowell during her high school years, graduating from Lowell High.    June and Fred married on September 2, 1950.  She is survived by her children: daughter Mary J. Hosley and her husband Jay Campbell of Scarsdale, NY; son John D. Hosley and his wife Wendy Popkes of Kalamazoo; and son Mark A. Hosley and his wife Bonnie L. Bower of Westport, MA and their daughter Sarah B. Hosley of Boston, MA.  June held a variety of positions from medical stenographer to legal assistant, always putting to use her language and grammar skills.  June took exceptional pride in the winter fruitcakes she would make for family and friends.  She will be deeply missed by her family and friends.  Her remains will be interred next to those of her husband of sixty two years in Oakwood Cemetery.

Doris Elaine Nagy, age 94, of Vassar, died Friday, July 25, 2014. The funeral service will take place 11:00 am, Tuesday, July 29, 2014, at the Fairgrove United Methodist Church. Rev. William Sanders  will officiate with burial to follow in Brookside Cemetery. Doris’ family will be present to receive friends at the Martin Funeral Home-Fairgrove on Monday from 2:00 pm until 8:00 pm. On Tuesday, Doris will be taken to church to lie in state from 10:00 am until time of service at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers please consider memorial contributions to the Fairgrove United Methodist Church or to the Gideons International. Envelopes are available at the funeral home and church.  Doris was born March 24, 1920, in Bad Axe, Michigan, the daughter of John and Helen Bessy (Winters) McCloy. She and Paul M. Nagy, Sr. were united in marriage on April 20, 1940, in Fairgrove. Sadly Paul preceded her in death on  May 21, 2013. Doris worked at the Caro State Hospital for 13 years until her retirement. She was a long time active member of the Fairgrove United Methodist Church. In her free time Doris enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, wintering in Arizona with her husband Paul, and making quilts.  Left to cherish her memory are three children, Judy Zwerk, Sarah Jane and husband, Thomas Eurich, and Barbara and husband, David Abbgy; 14 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren.   Doris was preceded in death by her parents, husband Paul, son Mike, Jr., her daughter Janice Moore, and her five siblings.   Doris’ family would like to extend a special thank you to the entire staff at the Vadavilla Adult Foster Care for all the loving care they gave.  Friends may share a memory with the family at the funeral home or online at www.martinfuneralhome.com

Lyle J. Layer died on August 2, 2014, at Savannah Square Nursing Home in Savannah, Georgia after a long and courageous battle with Multiple Sclerosis.  He was 84 years old.  Lyle Layer was born on April 16th, 1930 at home in Fairgrove Township, Michigan to Rolan and Gladys (Mc Creedy) Layer. Eventually, the family moved to Millington, Michigan. Lyle graduated from Millington High School where he was an outstanding athlete.  After graduation, he went on to serve four years in the United State Air Force, flying 52 missions over Korea, as a radio operator in a B29 Bomber.  After leaving the Air Force, as a Staff Sergeant, he attended Western Michigan University where he met and married Ellen Marlene Pridgeon.  He graduated from Western Michigan University (B.S 1956) and then obtained two advanced degrees from Michigan State University. Lyle had a distinguished career as a teacher and coach in Portland and Oscoda, Michigan, and as an administrator in Oscoda, Kent City, Caro, and Millington, Michigan.  When Lyle retired from education, he went to work for the Red Cross.  Following a second retirement, Lyle and Ellen moved to Savannah, Georgia.  While in Portland in 1959, Lyle coached one of a handful of undefeated and unscored on football teams in Michigan history.  He established a reputation for achieving excellence and became a coach and mentor to a generation of Michigan educators.  Lyle was a member of the White Bluff Presbyterian Church in Savannah, Georgia. Throughout his life, Lyle was active in his church and in his community, serving in civic and service organizations.  Lyle was preceded in death by a grandson, Joshua Neil Wilson, his wife, Ellen Marlene Layer, and his sister Marilyn (Layer) Fessler.  He is survived by his children, Marianne Layer of Plano, Texas and Brian Layer, Brigadier General, US Army (ret.) and wife Ella of Moline, Illinois, his grandchildren, Jeremy Layer (and Alisha Owens), Maria Layer, and Greg Layer, his great grand-daughter, Marley Elizabeth Layer, and his sister, Betty (Layer) Johnson of Millington, Michigan.  Memorial Services will be held at White Bluff Presbyterian Church in Savannah, Georgia on Thursday, August 7, 2014, at 10:00 a.m.  Memorial contributions may be directed to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Hospice Savannah, or the American Red Cross.  Please sign our on-line guest book at www.foxandweeks.com

Douglas Lynn Milner; age 77; of Mayville; Passed away Saturday, August 2, 2014, at Troy Beaumont Hospital after a long illness. Doug was born in Watertown Township on June 23, 1937 to the late Clinton and Rosella (Middleton) Milner. He graduated from Mayville High School in 1955 and joined the Michigan National Guard. He was honorably discharged in 1960. On July 17, 1965, he married Marlene Marie Ricketts at the Novesta Baptist Church near Cass City. Doug farmed and raised beef cattle, as well as working as a machine operator at General Motors in Flint for 30 years, retiring in 1992. He loved being outdoors camping, fishing, boating, gardening, and spending time with his grandson. He was a lifelong resident of Mayville, but once he retired, he enjoyed spending every winter in Zephyrhills, Florida. Doug was also a member of the Mayville United Methodist Church. Douglas is survived by his wife Marlene; their daughter and her husband, Pamela and Jason Cusmano of Rochester Hills; his grandson Matthew; his brother and sister-in-law, Armand and Frances Milner of Mayville; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clinton and Rosella Milner; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Ross and Belva Ricketts; his brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Wilbur and Betty Ricketts; and his nephew, Bryon Milner. Funeral Services will be held Friday, August 8, 2014, at 11 a.m. at SPARKS-GRIFFIN FUNERAL HOME, Lake Orion. The family will receive friends on Thursday, August 7, 2014 from 3-8 p.m. and Friday August 8, 2014 from 10-11 a.m. A luncheon will be held after the funeral. Reflections may be shared with the family by visiting www.sparksgriffin.com. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America or to The Gideons International.

Genevieve (Vassallo) Bukowski, age  91 of Silverwood, Michigan passed away peacefully Tuesday, August 5, 2014 in Palm Bay Hospital in Palm Bay, Florida.

She was born October 13, 1922 in Detroit,  daughter to the late  Dominic and Margaret (Koss) Opalewski.  Genevieve married  Angelo Vassallo, he preceded her in death in 1972.  In 1973, she married Sylvester Bukowski, he preceded her in death in 2003.  She was a homemaker, farmer and enjoyed crafts and playing cards with her card club for 53 years.  She also enjoyed traveling and spending her winters in Holiday Florida since 1976.  She is survived by: Shirley & Leonard Lucik (daughter) of North Branch, Richard & Mable Vassallo (son) of Silverwood, Sharon & Roger Bukowski (daughter) of Palm Bay, Fl., Ronald & Kathy Vassallo (son) of Fairgrove, Shirley Robinson (step-daughter) of Caseville, Ronald & Marlene Bukowski (step-son) of Metamora, Jane & Robert Deachin (step- daughter) of Lake Orion, Virginia Schaffer (step-daughter) of Palm Bay, Fl., Richard & Virginia Bukowski (step-son) of Lake Orion, Roger & Sharon Bukowski (step-son) of Palm Bay, Fl., 33 grandchildren, 46 great-grandchildren, 12 great-great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, husbands, sisters Geraldine Hintz and Betty Hansen. Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, August 9, 2014 at 11:00 A.M. in the St. Christopher Parish – St. Joseph Campus, 315 Ohmer Road, Mayville, Michigan  at 11:00 A.M. with Fr. Dennis Kucharcryk officiating. Burial will follow the service at St. Michael’s Cemetery in Wilmot. Visitation was held on Friday 1pm to 8pm at the Marsh Funeral Chapel in Marlette and Saturday 10am to 11am at St. Joseph Campus in Mayville. Memorials may be given to the family’s discretionary fund.

Ray Linden Amon,  74, of Sandusky, formerly of Caro, died Wednesday, August 6, 2014 in Sandusky.

He was born December 14, 1939 in Peck, Michigan the son of the late Floyd and Ada (Gerdes) Amon.

Ray was a self employed painter.

He is survived by: Ray C. Amon (son) of Sandusky, Cindy and Billy Barnes (daughter) of Tenn.,Vickie Eggleston (daughter) of Attica, Julie Miller (daughter) of Flint,Dennis Amon (son) of Texas, Brandon and Nicole Amon (son) of Texas, Fern Watson (sister) of Arizona, Several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Deanna; brother, Richard VanConant; and sister Minnie Stone.

Cremation has taken place at the Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. No services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky, www.marshfuneral.com.

William Delbert Martin of Caro, age 73, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, August 19, 2014 at St. Mary’s of Michigan in Saginaw.  He was born October 23, 1940 in Caro, the son of the late Leo Delbert and Madeline (Freeman) Martin. Bill was a 1960 graduate of Caro High School, and on September 10, 1960 he was united in marriage with the former Viola Nagy in Caro, and she survives him.  He was employed with Eaton Foundry and Grede Foundry in Vassar as a supervisor, retiring in 1993 after more than thirty years of service.  Bill was a member of the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe, a Boy Scout assistant leader in Caro, and was very active at Wahjamega Country Church where he served as Boys Brigade Leader and Sunday School teacher.  Bill was an avid hunter, fisherman and model train collector, and enjoyed traveling the country and world with his wife.  He trained German Shorthaired Pointers and Beagle hunting dogs and owned Pleasant Hill Kennels in Caro for twenty-five years.  Bill and his wife wintered in Florida for twenty years where he was a DJ for his Florida senior park community.  Bill is survived by his wife of fifty-three years, Viola Martin of Caro; two daughters, Wendy Martin of Mt. Pleasant, Billie Jo Davies and her husband, Ryan, of Caro; seven grandchildren; Megan, William, Brittany and Kelsey Jenkins, Mitchell and Lindsey Davies, Chad Brady; five great-grandchildren, Logan and Paige Carpenter, Hunter and Cheyenne Craft, Aiden Bryson; siblings, John Martin of Mt. Pleasant, Virginia & Robert LaMere of Bay City; and several nieces and nephews.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one daughter, Julie Ann Marie Martin in 2011.  Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, August 22, 2014 at the Ransford Collon Funeral Home in Caro with Pastor Robert Farison officiating.  Burial will follow at Indianfields Township Cemetery in Caro.  The family will receive friends at the Ransford Collon Funeral Home on Thursday from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 11:00 a.m. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to the City Rescue Mission of Saginaw or the charity of the donor’s choice. The family was assisted with these arrangements by the Ransford Collon Funeral Home of Caro.  Friends may share memories, thoughts and prayers online at www.RansfordCollon.com.

Elenor J. Spiekerman, 91, of Reese, died early Monday morning, August 18, 2014 at Agape Adult Foster Care Home in Caro. She was born November 4, 1922 in Saginaw, daughter of the late Helmuth and Mary (Yurgens) Klein. On August 3, 1946 she was married to Norman B. Spiekerman in Saginaw. He predeceased her November 3, 2008. Mrs. Spiekerman was a homemaker most of her life and was a faithful member of the Christ Lutheran Church in Reese, its Ladies Aid Guild and the Tuscola County Ladies Extension. She enjoyed crocheting and especially loved gardening. Surviving is her son, Rick Spiekerman and his wife Kristin of Moscow, Ohio; and her daughter, Nancy C. Dwyer of Caro; three grandchildren, Glen and Julia Spiekerman, Scott Dwyer and her sister, Blanche Ott of Saginaw and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Elenor was predeceased by her son-in-law, Maurice Dwyer, March 31, 2008 and one brother, LeRoy Klein. Funeral Services will take place at 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 20, 2014 from the Christ Lutheran Church in Reese. Rev. Tom Senge will officiate with burial to follow in the Gilford Township Cemetery. Mrs. Spiekerman’s family will receive friends at the Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Home, 9940 Saginaw St. in Reese on Tuesday from 5-7 p.m. and at the church on Wednesday from 10 a.m. until the time of the services. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the Christ Lutheran Church in Reese.

Daniel John Richards, age 63 years, passed away Thursday, August 14, 2014, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City.  He was born on May 14, 1951 in Flint, Michigan, the son of the late Lawrence and Edwina (Behringer) Richards.  Dan was a US Army veteran, served during Vietnam.  On February 13, 1999 he married Roseann Atkinson, and she survives him.  Dan enjoyed snowmobiling and hunting, and was known as the family story teller.  He retired from General Motors in 2000 after 31 years of service.  Surviving family include his wife, Rose; his children, Cindy (Jeremy) Howe, Sherri (M.J. Phelps) Richards, Michelle (Todd) Griffis and Daniel (Marie) Richards, Jr.,;  step-children, Thomas Reyna, Jennifer (Billy) Clark and Michael (Amanda) Reyna; grandchildren, Wyatt and Mason Howe, Richard “Muggs”, Bailey, Brooke, Aleix and Owen, Dylan and Paige Griffis, Adriana and Kara Richards; step-grandchildren, Rebecca, Thomas, Jr.; Robert, Christopher and Dathan Reyna and Cody and Ashley; also surviving are his brothers and sisters, Ernest (Harriet) Richards, Florence Smith, Dorothy “Zee” (Norm) Foster, Ella (Delbert) Ronk, Donna Perry and Effie Randall; and many nieces and nephews and a close friend, Jack (Sandy) Simmons.  Dan was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Edwina; and a brother, George Richards.   Funeral service was held on Tuesday, August 19, 2014, at the Penzien-Steele Funeral Home, 149 N. Main St. in Vassar.  Sr. Ellen Rinke, IHM officiated, and burial followed at Fremont Township Cemetery in Mayville.

William Martin Ruhstorfer, age 91- died Thursday, August 14, 2014 at Timberline Lodge, AFC in Caro, Michigan.  Funeral services were held Sunday, August 17, 2014 at 4:00PM at Brown Funeral Home.  Entombment has taken place.  William “Just Plane Bill” was born April 25, 1923 in Flint, Michigan to Joseph and Bessie Ruhstorfer.  William served in the United States Army during WWII.  He worked for General Motors for 34 years and retired in 1984.  William was a private pilot prominent in Michigan’s General Aviation Community.  He was a life member of Michigan Aviation Association and was honored as Pilot of the Month twice and the 1980 Pilot of the Year.  He also developed the Aviation Resource section in the Sanilac District Library, Port Sanilac, which became a state-wide model for MAEF. He was a Christian, a loving family man, and known to all as a gentleman.  William is survived by his daughters, Cathy Johnson and Luanne (Jerry) Fisher; grandchildren, Jennifer (Andrew) Rourke, Laura (Joshua) Huff, Heather (Joshua) Neuenschwander, Stacie (Robert) Coleman, Jeremy (DeeAnn) Fisher; great-grandchildren, Brian, Ian, Leah, Jacob, Alex, Brice, Chance, Julieanne, and Nolan; brother, Wesley (Nancy) Ruhstorfer; and several nieces and nephews.  He is preceded in death by his wife Ethel Lucille; brother, Edward Ruhstorfer; and sister, Lois Hardisty.  Contributions may be made to the Aviation Resource section of the Sanilac District Library in Port Sanilac.  Condolences may be shared with the family at www.brownfh.com.  Arrangements provided by Brown Funeral Home 1480 E. Hill Rd. Grand Blanc, MI 48439.

John L. Holmes of Caro, age 62, passed away on Sunday, August 17, 2014 at his home, following a brief illness.  John was born November 3, 1951 in Caro, the son of Lucy (Roose) Holmes and the late John Holmes. He served in the U.S. Army from 1970 to 1972 and was stationed in Germany until his honorable discharge. He continued his service with the National Guard for the following six years.  John was united in marriage with Diane McDonald on June 30, 1979 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Caro, and she survives him. John’s high school education was halted due to work, but he returned to school at night, and received his diploma in 1984 from Caro at the top of his class. John was a hard worker, and held positions with Universal Engineering in Frankenmuth as a machinist, as a logger with the Hauger Company, and in the machine shop with Car Quest in Caro, where he worked with his best friend, Paul Hillaker. John spent the last twenty-eight years as a custodian at Caro Community Schools and also cleaned the Knights of Columbus Hall in Caro and the Colling Nazarene Church for the last several years. He enjoyed bowling with the Brentwood Team, horseshoes, fishing, watching NASCAR and the Detroit Lions, reading, Tetris and deer processing.  He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Caro Knights of Columbus #3224, and was a former member of the Caro Moose Lodge. John was also a faithful blood donor for the American Red Cross.  John is survived by his wife of thirty-five years, Diane Holmes of Caro; five children and their spouses, Christina & Ryan Robinson of Davison, John W. & Desirée Holmes of Brussels, Belgium, Kristie & Kevin Moore of Reese, Kevin & Christen McDonald of Reese, Amie & Rob Sholes of Caro; thirteen grandchildren; his mother, Lucy Holmes of Caro; siblings, Dorie & Rich Low of Vassar, James & Colleen Holmes of Mayville; sisters-in-law, Sue Holmes and Monnie Holmes, both of Caro; a special niece, Tammy Koop and her husband, Tim, of Caro; and many other nieces and nephews.  In addition to his father, John was preceded in death by two brothers, Randy and Richard Holmes.  Funeral Liturgy will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 21, 2014 at St. Christopher Parish in Caro with Rev. Dennis Kucharczyk officiating.  Burial will follow at Demorest Cemetery in Akron with military honors afforded by the Caro American Legion Post #7 and the U.S. Army. The family will receive friends at the Ransford Collon Funeral Home in Caro on Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and at the church on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 11:00 a.m.  Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to the Holmes Family Discretionary Fund, c/o Diane Holmes, 205 W. Sherman St., Caro, MI 48723. The family was assisted with these arrangements by the Ransford Collon Funeral Home of Caro.  Friends may share memories, thoughts and prayers online at www.RansfordCollon.com.

Virginia Anne (Hewitt) Marquardt, 81 of Marlette, went home to her heavenly Father on August 20, 2014 while at home, surrounded by her family.  Virginia was born March 13, 1933 near Kinde, MI to George and Meda (Newsome) Hewitt, the youngest of 7 children.   She graduated from Kinde High School in 1950 after convincing her parents to let her attend high school.  Virginia married Lester Marquardt on August 26, 1950.  In the early years of their marriage, they built 2 houses before settling in Kingston to raise their family.  While raising her children, she set an example of an honest days work by farming and working 28 years at Snover Stamping.  Virginia was very proud of her independence.  She loved to spend time in her garden, growing and canning vegetables for her family to last the entire year.  She passed this love on to her children and was always the go-to person with canning questions.  She especially loved her flower gardens and was proud to show them off, and loved that the birds enjoyed them as much as she did.  She enjoyed crocheting, making all her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren many beautiful afghans and Christmas tree skirts.  She also gave many afghans as shower gifts, donated them to for numerous charity auctions, and personally crocheted and donated well over 200 lap blankets to the Veterans Hospital to honor those who have served our country.  She enjoyed playing card games like Skip-bo and Phase 10.  She taught her children many things by example; respect, hard work and the importance of education, to name a few.  She trained her children that because they were blessed to be part of a family, they all had to work together and do their part.  Her children fondly remember Mom’s Sunday fried chicken dinners, homemade cinnamon rolls and fresh baked bread.  Her children especially loved the years that they received her cinnamon rolls Christmas gifts.  Her grandchildren have fond memories of going to Grandma’s house and playing Tiddly Winks and Pick-Up Sticks.  They enjoyed sleepovers at Grandma’s and Grandma always had patience with them no matter how many lamps they broke.  The Great-Grandchildren loved the golf cart rides along  with her hugs and kisses while visiting Great Grandma.

Left to cherish her memory are her sons; David (Nelda) Marquardt of Kingston, Daniel (Della) Marquardt of Attica, Dale (Ellen) Marquardt of Kingston, Durrell (Laurie) Marquardt of Decker, Darryl (Evelyn) Marquardt of Kingston and Darrin Marquardt of Chipley, Fl.  Daughters; Diana (Flynn) Armstead of Hernando, Fl., Deborah Marquardt of Marlette, Darlene (Martin) Wolfe of Lapeer, Drenda (Brian) Phelps of Kingston and Della (Mark) James of Kingston.  Grandchildren; Michael Wilcox, Jeremy Powell, Zane Marquardt, Kimberly (Matthew) Strnad, Alicia (Anthony) Hamlin, Amanda Wolfe, Martin (Nicole) Wolfe, Alexander Wolfe, Timothy (Shawna) Marquardt, Eric (Lindsay) Marquardt, Justin Marquardt, James Marquardt, Brand Phelps, Coty Phelps, Hayley Phelps, Stephanie Marquardt, Richard Marquardt, Megan James, Dylan James and Mary (Steve) Long.  Great-Grandchildren; Bethany, Jacob, Christopher, Carlee, Tanner, Brice, Carson, Baylor, Turner, Isaac, Ashley, Emlee, Kenda, Nickolas and two on the way.  Step-Great Grandchildren;  Alyssa, Lexi, Makenzie and Josh.  Also many nieces, nephews and friends.  Virginia is preceded in death by her parents, Son; Richard, Brothers; Durrell, Albert, Samuel and Russell Hewitt.  Sisters Eva Cummings, Lillian Greene and Goldie Lambert.  Funeral services will be held on Monday, August 25, 2014 at 1:00 P.M. in the Marsh Funeral Chapel , Marlette, with Pastor Douglas Richardson officiating.  Cremation will follow  the funeral at Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City, with burial of cremains in Siple Cemetery.  While Virginia dearly loved flowers, she would also love in lieu of sending flowers, that a memorial donation  may be made to the family discretionary fund.  Visitation will be held on Sunday 2pm to 8pm and Monday 12noon to 1pm at Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette.

Dorothy Mae (June) Lincoln our loving mother & grandmother went home to be with our Lord on Wednesday August 20, 2014, Dorothy was 86.  Dorothy was born in Millington on May 8, 1928, and was the daughter of the late Fred & Johanna (Grunst) June; Dorothy grew up on the family farm east of Millington.  After she graduated Dorothy worked as a bookkeeper in Flint where she met her husband Calvin (Red) Lincoln they were married on July 7, 1951. They settled in their country home in Millington. After 60 years of marriage Calvin (Red) preceded her in death on July 5, 2011. Dorothy was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church and later St. Martin Lutheran Church. She was very active in her church and teaching her children to love the Lord. Dorothy loved making quilts, crafting, reading, and enjoyed the outdoors.  Dorothy leaves her children daughter Elizabeth & husband Lee Gahagan, and son Keith Lincoln; grandchildren Adam & wife Kayla Gahagan, Lisa Gahagan, Christine Lincoln, and Mike Lincoln; great-grandchildren Nasir Jenkins, Terrance Lincoln, Daylena Brown, Elijah and Brooke Gahagan; brother Fred June. Besides her husband and parents Dorothy is also preceded in death by a sister Edna June and a brother Bob June.  Dorothy’s family has honored her request and cremation has taken place. The family will receive friends at the Hanlin Funeral Home in Millington on Saturday August 30, 2014 from 10:00 am until services begin. There will be a celebration of Dorothy’s life on Saturday August 30, 2014 beginning at 12:00 PM.  Hanlin Funeral Home has been assiting the family with the arrangements. Memorial gifts in her memory can be directed St. Martin Lutheran Church in Birch Run MI or to a charity of one’s choice.You’re welcome to express personal condolences, share a memory, or light a memory candle at hanlinfunerhome.com

Laura M. Ewald of Unionville, passed away on Tuesday, August 19, 2014 at St. Mary’s of Michigan in Saginaw, following a brief illness.  She was born in Caro, the daughter of the late Carl and Jennie (Matthews) Downing, and was a Caro High School graduate with the class of 1946.  Laura was united in marriage with Edward R. Ewald on October 5, 1955 in Caro, and he preceded her in death in 2004.  She was employed as a bookkeeper for the Ashmun family at the Strand Theater in Caro for many years.  Laura loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, painting and her dog.  Laura was a member of the Unionville Moravian Church and the Order of the Eastern Star.

Left to cherish Laura’s memory are one son, Patrick Ewald and his wife, Laurie, of Unionville; three grandchildren, Matthew & Rachael Ewald of Unionville, Jessica Harmon of Caro, Brandi Ewald of Unionville; eight great-grandchildren, Aiden, Ean, Braelynn and Nolan Ewald, Alanna, Ashante, Jeffery and Wendell Harmon.  In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Wilma Vandervoort and Marjorie Tomlinson.  Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 23, 2014 at the Unionville Moravian Church with Rev. Raymond Orth officiating. Burial will follow at the Unionville Moravian Cemetery.  The family will receive friends at the Ransford Collon Funeral Home in Caro on Friday from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 11:00 a.m. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society or the Alzheimer’s Association. The family was assisted with these arrangements by the Ransford Collon Funeral Home of Caro.  Friends may share memories, thoughts and prayers online at www.RansfordCollon.com.

PROFFER, Telford L Jr. “Ted” age 77, of Vassar, died Tuesday, August 19, 2014, at home surrounded by his family.  The funeral service will take place Thursday, August 21, 2014, 1:00 pm, at Martin Funeral Home in Vassar.  Pastor Christopher White will officiate with cremation to follow.  Family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday, from 10:00 am until time of service at 1:00 pm.  Memorial donations may be directed to St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, American Motorcycle Association or the National Rifle Association.  Envelopes are available at the funeral home.

Ted was born in Flint, Michigan, on December 1, 1936, the son of Telford and Gertrude (Stoley) Proffer Sr.  Ted and Grace Hess were united in marriage on December 10, 1954, in Indiana.  Ted was employed at Super Foods/Nash Finch for many years before his retirement.  He enjoyed riding and racing motorcycles, and belonged to many clubs, including Bulldog Riders of Millington, Great Lakes Dual Sporters and the American Motorcycle Association.  Ted was a member of St. Luke’s Lutheran Church. He was also a member of the NRA and the Richville Gun Club and enjoyed wintering in Arizona.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 59 years, Grace; three children, Tyre Proffer and wife, Linda Leach, Tobin Proffer, and Toni (Proffer) Roach and husband, Gary; two grandchildren, Nathan Leach-Proffer and fiancee, Becky DiOrio; and Anna Leach-Proffer and wife, Jenn Mullin; one great-granddaughter, Nora Proffer-Mullin; three sisters, Hilda Shantz, Esther Thomas and Ann Proffer; several nieces and nephews; and special friends, Brad and Ginger Barnes. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jim Proffer and sister, Sally Ewing. Friends may share a memory at the funeral home or online at  www.martinfuneralhome.com.

Gail A. Brown, 75, of Fife Lake, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2014 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on May 22, 1939, in Juniata Township, to the late Bird and Florence (Berlin) Brown. Gail married Jeanne Hunt on June 20, 1964 in Mayville. He retired from GM of Flint in 1995. Gail had many joys in life, especially coon hunting, fishing, woodworking, gardening, hunting and playing cards. He coached the Blue Jays Little League of Millington for several years. However, the most important part was his family. He loved to spend time with his grandkids. Gail will be dearly missed by his wife of 50 years, Jeanne; four children: Ed (Debbie) Brown of Millington, Tammy (James) Dunne of Mancelona, Matt (Jonelle) Brown of Picayune, Mississippi, and Christopher (Tammy) Brown of Monticello, Mississippi; eight grandchildren: Caleb, Brittney, Dakota, Buck, Josh, Cassandra, Jimmy, and Abby; five step-grandchildren: Zack, Jessie, Shane, Sheena, and Kyle; six great-grandchildren; siblings: Wanda (James) Klauka, Les (Pat) Brown, Janet (Jim) Knapp, Shirley Daley, Jean Brown, and Ross Brown; sisters in law: Barb (Lee) Withers and Henrietta King; and several nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Vern, Larry, and Orie Brown; and sister, Judy Brown. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 28, 2014 at Victory Baptist Church, South Boadman. Arrangements have been entrusted to Kalkaska Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Lois L. Pearsall, 69, of Caro, died Saturday, August 23, 2014 in Covenant Health Care Harrison Campus, Saginaw, following a short illness.  She was born, the daughter of a coalminer, July 17, 1945 at home in Avawam, KY the sixth of nine children born to Lloyd Curtis and Nannie (Campbell) Spicer.  She married Albert William Pearsall July 26, 1969 in Falls Church, VA.  They recently celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary.  Lois graduated from MC Napier High School, Perry County, KY in 1963.  She began her long career with the U.S. Government as a secretary for the Joint Chief of Staff in the Pentagon.  Albert was working in the White House.  They both attended a party where they met and thus began their long life together.  After working in Washington, D.C., they moved to Ann Arbor where Lois worked for the E.P.A. for five years then they moved to Caro in 1974 where she began her work with Farmers Home Administration.  Her final job was as a Loan Officer with the Farm Service Agency.  Lois was a talented oil painter.  She enjoyed working in her flower and vegetable gardens.  Lois also enjoyed reading.  Lois is survived by her husband, Albert; son, Albert William Pearsall, III of Caro; grandson, Albert William Pearsall V; siblings:  Curtis (Kaye) Spicer of Bulan, KY, Sybil Johnson of Tucson, AZ, Eli (Pat) Spicer of Shelbyville, KY, Joyce (Lloyd) Colwell of Yerkes, KY, Amanda Reid of Avawam, KY, Mallie (Sam) Clonch of Beaver Falls, PA, Pauline (Mike) Farley of Tampa Bay, FL; many nieces and nephews.  She is preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Zorah Spicer.  Funeral service held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 26, 2014 in Kranz Funeral Home, Kingston with Pastor Len Wyatt of Kingston Wesleyan Church officiating. Interment will be in East Dayton Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Kingston Fire and Rescue.  Family and friends may share memories, prayers and stories with the family at www.kranzfuneralhome.com.  Visitation was held 6 to 9 p.m. Monday, August 25, 2014 in Kranz Funeral Home, Kingston

Dorothy Mae (June) Lincoln, 86, our loving mother and grandmother went home to be with our Lord on Wednesday August 20, 2014. Dorothy was born in Millington on May 8, 1928, and was the daughter of the late Fred and Johanna (Grunst) June; Dorothy grew up on the family farm east of Millington.  After she graduated, Dorothy worked as a bookkeeper in Flint where she met her husband Calvin (Red) Lincoln. They were married on July 7, 1951 and settled in their country home in Millington. After 60 years of marriage, Calvin (Red) preceded her in death on July 5, 2011. Dorothy was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church and later St. Martin Lutheran Church. She was very active in her church and teaching her children to love the Lord. Dorothy loved making quilts, crafting, reading, and enjoyed the outdoors.  Dorothy leaves her children:  daughter, Elizabeth and husband Lee Gahagan and son, Keith Lincoln; grandchildren: Adam and wife Kayla Gahagan, Lisa Gahagan, Christine Lincoln, and Mike Lincoln; great-grandchildren: Nasir Jenkins, Terrance Lincoln, Daylena Brown, Elijah and Brooke Gahagan; brother, Fred June. Besides her husband and parents, Dorothy is also preceded in death by a sister, Edna June and a brother, Bob June.  Dorothy’s family has honored her request and cremation has taken place. The family will receive friends at the Hanlin Funeral Home in Millington on Saturday, August 30, 2014 from 10:00 am until services begin. There will be a celebration of Dorothy’s life on Saturday, August 30, 2014 beginning at 12:00 PM.  Hanlin Funeral Home has been assiting the family with the arrangements. Memorial gifts in her memory can be directed St. Martin Lutheran Church in Birch Run MI or to a charity of one’s choice.You’re welcome to express personal condolences, share a memory, or light a memory candle at hanlinfunerhome.com