HILLSDALE, HANOVER, and NORTH ADAMS, Michigan Office: 3380 West Carleton Road, Hillsdale, Michigan 49242 USA Phone: 517-437-0605 Fax: 517-437-0604 E-mail: WeCare@Hampton-KurtzFuneralHomes.com         Share your message of encouragement with the bereaved family - Click HERE Print this page JOHNSON, Henrietta A. Henrietta A. Johnson of Hillsdale, Michigan passed away Friday, September 3, 2010 at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. She was born February 28, 1927 in Jonesville, Michigan the daughter of Henry A. and Rose Elizabeth (Meyers) Packer. Mrs. Johnson graduated from Jonesville High School and attended Hillsdale College. She married William R. Johnson on October 9, 1949 in Jonesville, Michigan. Henrietta was a member of the Hillsdale United Brethren Church and belonged to the Seekers Fellowship and Evening Missionary Society. She worked at Hill Piston Service for 23 years and she also worked as a volunteer at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. She is survived by her husband, William R. Johnson; two daughters, Sandra Ann Fecher and Sharon (Mike) Karslake; one son, Thomas K. (Dyann) Johnson; seven grandchildren; one great grandchild; one brother, Charles H. (Phyllis) Packer; one brother-in-law, Stephen Posey and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her twin sister, Adeline Posey; two sisters, Barbara Welton and Rose Elizabeth Packer and a daughter-in-law, Christiana Raft Johnson. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service to honor the life of Mrs. Henrietta A. Johnson will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Tuesday, September 7th beginning at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Jim Knoll officiating. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the Hillsdale United Brethren Church envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 YINGER, James A. James A. Yinger of Jonesville, Michigan passed away Friday August 27, 2010 at CareLink of Jackson in Jackson, Michigan. He was born April 30, 1942 in Hillsdale County, Michigan the son of Arthur and June (Furman) Yinger. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Janis Yinger; four brothers and two sisters. He is survived by two daughters, Ruth Yinger and Jamie Yinger; two brothers; four sisters and several nieces and nephews. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. James A. Yinger will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hanover on Wednesday, September 1st beginning at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Steve DeGangi officiating. At his request cremation will follow the service. The family will receive friends for visitation on Wednesday from 11:00 A.M. until the time of the service at the funeral home in Hanover. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to a charity of their choice. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 221 W. Main St. Hanover, MI 49241 517-563-2255 SWANSON, Paul Charles Paul Charles Swanson of Hillsdale, Michigan passed away Wednesday, August 25, 2010 at Allegiance Health in Jackson, Michigan. He was born December 16, 1940 in Toledo, Ohio the son of Paul and Jesslyn (Austin) Swanson. He is survived by his wife, Nida; two daughters, Sara and Cindy; one granddaughter, Tara; one grandson, Jake all of California; two sisters, Paula Cook and Gloria Walker; four brothers, Richard, Jack, Norman and Steve; one sister-in-law, Helen Swanson and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Jim. Mr. Swanson served his country in the United States Army and he retired from Pacific Bell which is now AT&T after over 30 years of service. He enjoyed working with mules and had a team of four mules which he would take to the YMCA Camp, Spring Arbor University and the Hillsdale County Senior Service Center and provide rides for people. He also participated in competition with his mules at the Hillsdale County Fair. A visitation to honor the life of Mr. Paul Charles Swanson will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Sunday, August 29th from 2-5 P.M. At his request cremation will follow the visitation and a private memorial service will be held at a later date. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to a charity of their choice. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 BOSTATER, James Franklin “Frank” of Homer, Michigan passed away August 21, 2010 at the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor, Michigan. He was born July 28, 1942 in Jefferson Township, Ohio the son of James and Lillian (Sevrence) Bostater. He is survived by his wife, Carol Bostater whom he married on April 28, 1979; six children, Melissa Haley of Hillsdale, Michell (Samuel) Dunn of Montgomery, MI, Tammy (Michael) Ladd of Hillsdale, Marcie (James) Childers of Hillsdale, Michelle (Steven Gilbert) Bostater of Union City, MI and Mindy (Scott) Miller of Camden, MI; 19 grandchildren and two great grandchildren “on the way”. He is also survived by two brothers, Fred (Kay) Bostater of Monroe, MI and Denver (Lynn) Bostater of Osseo, MI; three sisters, Patsy Weaver, Barbara Chamberlain and Judy (Harold) Kring all of Homer, MI; his mother-in-law and father-in-law who he called “mom and “dad”, Barbara and Herbert Stone of Jackson and several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his twin brother who passed away at birth; one daughter, Amy Bostater and one granddaughter, Elizabeth Childers. Mr. Bostater served his country in the United States Army. He worked for the M&S Manufacturing Company in Hudson for 37 years and retired from there in 2002. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. James Franklin “Frank” Bostater will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Thursday, August 26th beginning at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Ken Nichols officiating. Interment will take place in the Jerome Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to a charity of their choice. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 SCHILL, Veryl C. Veryl C. Schill of Jerome, Michigan passed away Tuesday, August 17, 2010 at Allegiance Health in Jackson, Michigan. He was born July 12, 1915 in Onsted, Michigan the son of Frederick and Bertha (Miller) Schill. He is survived by his wife, of 58 years, Faye Louise Schill whom he married on September 12, 1951; three children, Harold Schill of Jonesville, Wesley Young of Bradenton, Florida and Sheila (Mark) Schill-Zonts of Fairbanks, Alaska; 14 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; three great, great grandchildren; two sisters, Margaret Oltersdorf of Tecumseh, MI and Marlene Lentz of Manchester, MI and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Robert C. Schill; one grandson, Robert Schill and two sisters, Betty Frye and Jean Marie Steele. Mr. Schill was the owner and operator of Schill Motors for over 60 years in the Somerset Center area. He also worked at Tecumseh Products for 40 years and retired as a Machinist in January of 1976. He built Manchester Speedway and operated it for 12 years until it was sold. He was a very busy man who always had a business on the side. He was also a former member of the Masonic Lodge. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Veryl C. Schill will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in North Adams on Friday, August 20, 2010 beginning at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Paul Hane officiating. Interment will take place in the Oak Grove Cemetery in Manchester. The family will receive friends for visitation on Thursday from 5-7 P.M. at the funeral home in North Adams. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to a charity of their choice. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 116 S. Hillsdale St. North Adams, MI 49262 517-287-4661 WELLS,Wilma Elizabeth Wilma Elizabeth Wells of Hillsdale, Michigan passed away August 14, 2010 at CareLink of Jackson. She was born January 9, 1936 in Portland, Ohio the daughter of Earl and Clara (Cornell) Wells who preceded her in death. Wilma formerly resided in St. Mary’s, West Virginia and was a member of the George Street Church of Christ and later moved to Hillsdale where she was a member of the West Street Church of Christ. She was an avid bowler and loved all sports, bingo, ceramics, crafts and quilting and she was a former member of the 4-H Club in Portland, Ohio. She is survived by one brother, Gene (Elsie) Wells of Osseo; two nephews, Gregory and Christopher Wells; one great nephew, Joshua (Sarah) Wells; four great nieces, Cora Wells, Nichole (Travis) Wells-Lauterbach, Melanie Wells and Hannah Wells and one great, great nephew, Joseph Wells. A funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Wilma Elizabeth Wells will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Tuesday, August 17th beginning at 11:00 A.M. with Jason King officiating. Interment will take place in the Allen Cemetery in Allen, MI. The family will receive friends for visitation on Tuesday from 10:00 A.M. until the time of the service at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the American Diabetes Association. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 PETRIE, Donald D. Donald D. Petrie of North Adams, Michigan passed away Friday, August 6, 2010 at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. He was born December 5, 1941 in Adrian, Michigan the son of Howard and Leona Petrie. He is survived by his mother, Leona Petrie of Jonesville; two brothers, Arnold (Sharon) of Jonesville and James of Jonesville; four sisters, Sharon (Roger) Decker of Jonesville, Betty (Bill) Dearth of Jonesville, Darlene (Randy) Belnap of Cement City and Sandra Oulch of Somerset; two sons, Scott Petrie, Donald Petrie; three daughters, Janice Iogo, Pamela VanSumeren and Chrissy Fuller and many grandkids, great grandkids, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Howard Petrie; two brothers, Joseph and Terry and two sisters, Charlotte and Joyce. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 WELLS,John Alvin John Alvin Wells, life long resident of North Adams, Michigan went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, August 8, 2010 from the OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, Illinois. He was born on November 10, 1945 in Hillsdale, Michigan the son of Alvin and Laura (Sommers) Wells. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Wells whom he married on February 28, 1965; two children, Terry (Cindy) Wells of Noblesville, IN and Lori (Michael) Hull of North Adams; three grandchildren, Suzanna (13), Thomas (11) and Kathryn (11); one sister, Ellen Wells of Grand Rapids and step-mother, Stanna Wells of North Adams. He was preceded in death by his parents. Mr. Wells was a devoted Christian who loved the Lord with all his heart. He was a member of the Lickley’s Corners Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon, Sunday School Teacher and Choir Director. He was the National Service Manager for Big Dutchman USA – Pig Division and a former member of the Michigan Holstein Association and the Michigan Farm Bureau. He was also an Inventor and held a Patten on an Automated Veal Feeding System. A celebration of life for Mr. John Alvin Wells will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Friday, August 13th beginning at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor John Poole officiating. The family will receive friends for visitation on Friday from 10:00 A.M. until the time of the service at the funeral home in Hillsdale. In lieu of flowers friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the Lickley’s Corners Baptist Church-Building Fund envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 JARVIS, Ruby L. Ruby L. Jarvis of Hillsdale, Michigan passed away Saturday, August 7, 2010 at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. She was born February 21, 1917 in Houghton County, Michigan the daughter of Joseph and Sarah (Bennetts) Pearse. She is survived by one daughter, Linda Jarvis of Hillsdale; one granddaughter, Carrie (Brian) Briggs of Jackson and one great granddaughter, Caitlyn Briggs. She was preceded in death by her parents and two daughters, Sandra Jarvis and Diane Lastowski. Mrs. Jarvis was a long time resident of Hillsdale and she enjoyed working at the Senior Center in Hillsdale. A funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Ruby L. Jarvis will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Wednesday, August 11th beginning at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Dennis Haarer officiating. At her request cremation will follow the service. The family will receive friends for visitation at the Hillsdale Assembly of God located at 4075 Beck Road, on Tuesday, August 10th from 6-8 P.M. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to a charity of their choice. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 TREVATHAN, Vera Iola Vera Iola Trevathan of Hillsdale, Michigan passed away Thursday, August 5, 2010 at her home under the loving care of her family and Hospice of Hillsdale County. She was born February 22, 1919 in Hillsdale County, Michigan the daughter of Eugene and Alta (Burlew) Marsh. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Don Trevathan and one daughter, Loretta Trevathan. She is survived by five children, Deborah Durling of Hillsdale, Vera “Ellen” (Terry) Connelly of Shelby, MI, Duane (Patty) Trevathan of Hillsdale, Dennis (Betsey) Trevathan of Kentwood, MI and Martha “Anne” Kennedy of Hillsdale; 11 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren and one great, great grandchild. Mrs. Trevathan was the founder and operator of the Trevathan Sweep and Sew Shop and she was a member of the International Sewing Machine Dealers Association and a member of the V.D.T.A. She was a life long resident of the Hillsdale County area and attended churches within the Baptist denomination and she also attended Jackson Community College. She was a wonderful poet, artist and painter who enjoyed growing beautiful flowers, particularly roses in her rose garden and she also enjoyed playing the violin and piano. A funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Vera Iola Trevathan will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Wednesday, August 11th beginning at 11:00 A.M. with Dr. August Peters and Dr. Samuel Wickard officiating. Interment will take place in the Maple Grove Cemetery in Jefferson Township. The family will receive friends for visitation on Tuesday, August 10th from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 CHAMBERLAIN, Ruby F. Ruby F. Chamberlain of Hillsdale, Michigan went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, August 6, 2010 from her home under the loving care of her family and Hospice of Hillsdale County. She was born November 20, 1911 in Hickman, Kentucky the daughter of Ervin and Bealley (Dabbs) Mitchum. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, J.D. Chamberlain whom she married on February 12, 1929 and one daughter, Virginia Stewart. She is survived by one daughter, Frances (Paul) Calaway of Reading, MI; one son, J.D., Jr. (Carol) Chamberlain of Plainwell, MI; a special niece whom she raised and loved as her daughter, Betty (Milton) Trower of Portsmouth, VA; 12 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren and 20 great, great grandchildren. Mrs. Chamberlain was a resident of Hillsdale for over 30 years and she enjoyed listening to WCSR Radio. She was a very devout Christian who loved the Lord with all her heart and she was a wonderful prayer warrior. She was also an active member of Hillsdale Assembly of God. A funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Ruby F. Chamberlain will be held at the Hillsdale Assembly of God on Monday, August 9th beginning at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Dennis Haarer officiating. Interment will take place in the Michigan Memorial Park in Flat Rock, Michigan. The family will receive friends for visitation at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Sunday, August 8th from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the Gideon’s International or to Hillsdale Assembly of God. Friends may send a condolence to the family at www.perryjdc@aol.com Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 BLISSETT, Sr. Benjamin LeRoy Benjamin LeRoy Blissett, Sr. of Hillsdale, Michigan passed away Tuesday, August 3, 2010 at Country Pleasures Assisted Living in Traverse City, Michigan under the loving care of his family and Hospice of Michigan. He was born October 15, 1921 in Central Lake, Michigan the son of Charles and Clara (Gates) Blissett. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Esther Jean (Kerry) Blissett whom he married on February 16, 1941; two brothers and one sister. He is survived by three children, George “Judd” (Annette) Blissett of Wauseon, OH, Ben, Jr. “Bud” (Ella) Blissett of Hillsdale, formerly of Roanoke, VA and Jean (Larry) Jones of Thompsonville, MI; 10 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. Mr. Blissett served his country during W.W. II in the United States Army and he received two Purple Hearts and a Good Conduct Medal. He was a member of the D.A.V and the V.F.W. and he also attended the North Adams United Methodist Church. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Benjamin LeRoy Blissett, Sr. will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Saturday, August 7th beginning at 2:30 P.M. with Pastor Paul Hane officiating. Interment will take place in the Kirby Cemetery in Adams Township. The family will receive friends for visitation on Saturday from 12:30 P.M. until the time of the service at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to Hospice of Michigan envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 JOHNSEN (Trenner), Dorothy Grace of Hillsdale, Michigan passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. She was born August 18, 1907 in Halfday, Illinois and spent most of her life in Illinois and Michigan. She is survived by one daughter, Carol L. Smith of North Carolina; one step-daughter and husband, Fay and George Johnson of Burlington, Michigan; 12 grandchildren; 43 great grandchildren and 15 great, great grandchildren. At her request cremation has taken place and there will be no additional services at this time. Arrangements are entrusted to Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 WAGNER, James M. James M. Wagner of Temperance, Michigan formerly of Erie, Michigan and Luna Pier, Michigan passed away Wednesday, July 21, 2010 at Windhaven Eldercare under the care of Hospice. He was born June 2, 1936 in North Adams, Michigan the son of Morrell and Delores (Deeter) Wagner. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth “Betty” Wagner and one son, Randy Fuhr. He is survived by one brother, George (Sylvia) Wagner of Bend, Oregon; two sons, James (Sharon) Fuhr of Toledo, OH and Charles Fuhr of Erie, MI; two daughters, Sharon Geiman of Monroe, MI and Robin (Rick) Meisner of Erie, MI and several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Cremation has taken place and a graveside memorial service to honor the life of Mr. James M. Wagner will be held at the Northlawn Cemetery in North Adams on Friday, July 30th beginning at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Paul Hane officiating. Arrangements are entrusted to the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 DEVOE, Patricia Ruth “Pat” Patricia Ruth “Pat” DeVoe of Hillsdale, Michigan formerly of Ypsilanti, Michigan passed away Tuesday, July 20, 2010 at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. She was born March 20, 1942 in Ypsilanti, Michigan the daughter of Clarence and Dorothy (Hockrine) Lincoln. She is survived by her husband, Clyde DeVoe whom she married on December 31, 1962; one daughter, Susan Taylor of Brooklyn, MI; one step-son, Clyde DeVoe, Jr. of Dexter, MI; three grandchildren; three great grandchildren; one brother, David (Linda) Lincoln of Palacios, TX and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Mary A. Strain on April 30, 2010 and her beloved Bassett Hound, “Shadow” Pat retired from the University of Michigan Hospital after 30 years of service where she worked as a patient transporter and she attended the Frontier United Methodist Church. She was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed spending time with her family and she was gifted at cooking and crocheting. She was also an avid outdoors person who enjoyed gardening and animals. A funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Patricia Ruth “Pat” DeVoe will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Monday, July 26th beginning at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Don Lee officiating. Interment will take place in the Frontier Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the Greater Hillsdale Humane Society. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 HERSH, David Stanley of North Adams, Michigan passed away Tuesday, July 20, 2010 at the Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo, Michigan. He was born September 10, 1920 in Hillsdale County, Michigan the son of Lucian and Ada (Lovett) Hersh. He is survived by his wife, Zellia (Wells) Hersh whom he married on June 10, 1945; three children, Phyllis (John) Modisett of Belton, TX, Stanley Hersh of North Adams and Alice (Frank) MacCue of Macon, NC; son-in-law, Geroge Winchell of Stanton, MI; three grandchildren, Andrew (Angela) Modisett and Phillip Modisett and Paul Winchell; two great grandchildren, Carsyn and Tristan Modisett; several nieces and nephews and a German exchange daughter, Friederike Monschau. He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Marcia Winchell; two brothers, Robert and Harold Hersh and two sisters, Barbara Randall and Donna Zimmerman. Mr. Hersh worked as a painter for many years and painted many barns in the Hillsdale County area and he also worked as a farmer for many years and had served as a 4-H Leader. He was a member of the Somerset Center United Methodist Church and a former member of the Adams Township Grange. He enjoyed gardening and wood working and his biggest joy was working with the Iris flowers and sharing them with others. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service to honor the life of Mr. David Stanley Hersh will be held at the Somerset Center United Methodist Church on Friday, July 23rd beginning at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Jeanne Koughn officiating. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the Somerset Center United Methodist Church or to the Salvation Army. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 BISSELL, Toni L. Toni L. Bissell of Jackson, Michigan passed away on Monday, July 19, 2010 at Allegiance Health in Jackson, Michigan. She was born March 3, 1960 in Jackson, Michigan the daughter of Owen and Judy Sayers. She is survived by three children, James Tierney, Chantel Tierney and Shanna Lundquist; four grandchildren, Jameson Tierney, Emma Tierney, Aidan Messner and Alyssa Lundquist; father, Owen Sayers; mother, Judy Bissell and one sister, Terri (Mike) Davis. Toni served her country in the United States Army and she worked as a Sergeant for the Michigan State Police Department in the Motor Carrier Division. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints where she served as President of the Relief Society. She was also an avid chess player and a member of the World Wide Chess Federation. A funeral service to honor the life of Toni L. Bissell will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (3019 West Morrell in Jackson) on Saturday, July 24, beginning at 10:00 A.M. with Bishop Jerry Larsen officiating. Interment will take place in the Horton Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation on Friday from 5-8 P.M. at the church and also Saturday from 9:00 A.M. until the time of the service. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 221 W. Main St. Hanover, MI 49241 517-563-2255 CARPENTER, Katherine Mable “Katie” of Jonesville, Michigan passed away Tuesday, July 20, 2010 at Care Link of Jackson in Jackson, Michigan. She was born March 24, 1919 in Minneapolis, Minnesota the daughter of John and Borghild (Birkeland) Kelly. She is survived by four children, Janis (Jim) Gower, Jackie (Royce) Dear, Robert (Joyce) Carpenter and Fred (Colleen) Carpenter; 16 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; nine great, great grandchildren and one sister, Jeanette (Don) Williamson. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Carpenter and her daughter, Judy Carpenter Jones. Mrs. Carpenter was a member of the North Adams United Methodist Church. At her request anatomical donation has taken place and a private service will be held at a later date. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the North Adams United Methodist Church. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 KOSTRZEWA, Virginia V. “Sarge” of Hillsdale, Michigan passed away Friday, July 16, 2010 at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. She is survived by five children, Charles Kostrzewa, Vickie (Bill) Theodorian, Darlene (James) Patrona, Bradley Kostrzewa and Scott (Mabel Abraham) Kostrzewa; nine grandchildren; many great grandchildren and one brother, Kaz Kalinski. “Sarge” worked as a cook at the Hillsdale County jail and she was an avid bingo player. At her request cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later date. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 DAVIS, Charlene Janice Charlene Janice Davis of Hillsdale, Michigan passed away Thursday, July 15, 2010 at her home under the loving care of her family and Hospice of Hillsdale County. She was born May 3, 1934 in Hillsdale County the daughter of Doris and Lola (Julian) Hannibal. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Rex Davis whom she married on July 9, 1957; two children, Doug (Miriam) Davis of North Adams and Kathy (Tom) Johnston of North Adams; two grandchildren, Kierstyn and Kileigh Johnston; two step-children, Sarah Bell of Hillsdale and Mike (Darlene) Davis of Quincy; several step-grandchildren and step-great grandchildren; one sister, Sylvia Jones of Jonesville; one brother, Roger (Mary) Hannibal of Detroit; one sister-in-law, June Hannibal of Ransom Township and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers and two sisters. Mrs. Davis was a member of the Hillsdale United Brethren Church where she served with the Evening Missionary Society. She was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed her family. A funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Charlene Janice Davis will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Tuesday, July 20th beginning at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Gar Hull officiating. Interment will take place in the Oak Grove Cemetery in Hillsdale. The family will receive friends for visitation on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to Hospice of Hillsdale County envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 TAYLOR, Kevin 40, of Grayling, Michigan and formerly of Ypsilanti, Michigan passed away Tuesday, July 13, 2010 in Grayling. He was born in Hillsdale, Michigan on March 31, 1970 to the late Lester Taylor and Laura (Warne) Love. He is survived by his mother, Laura (Steven) Love of Grayling; one brother, Greg (Jackie Howard) Taylor of Maryland and grandmother, Eunice Taylor of Hillsdale. A funeral service to honor the life of Kevin Taylor will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Monday, July 19th beginning at 11:00 A.M. with Father Paul Ruddy officiating. Interment will take place in St. Anthony Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation on Sunday from 3-7 P.M. at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Condolences may be sent to www.sorensonlockwood.com Arrangements entrusted to Sorenson-Lockwood Funeral Home in Grayling in cooperation with Hampton-kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 PORTER, Henrietta Ann Henrietta Ann Porter of Jonesville, Michigan passed away Thursday, July 8, 2010 at the Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo, Michigan. She was born April 20, 1938 in Detroit, Michigan the daughter of Michal and Stephanie (Yargus) Gacek. She is survived by one daughter, Angela (Wayne) Rose of Jonesville; three grandchildren, Mikey (Nicole) Rose of Jackson, Matthew Rose of Jonesville and Megan Rose of Jonesville; four great grandchildren, Ariana, Kennedy and Trevor Kilpatrick and Michael Horton III; four sisters, Geraldine (Mike) Kelsch of Farmington Hills, MI, Bernadette Paes of Arizona, Stephanie (Bill) Mullen of New Boston, MI and Roxanne (Chris) Stadtfeld of Erie, MI and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Edward Hayes. Mrs. Porter was a member of the Eagles Lodge in Jonesville and she retired from Klein Tools after over 30 years of service. A funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Henrietta Ann Porter will be held at St. Anthony Catholic Church on Tuesday, July 13th beginning at 11:00 A.M. with Father Ioane Sigarara officiating. Interment will take place in the Mosherville Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Monday, July 12th from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. with a vigil service to begin at 6:00 P.M. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or to the Greater Hillsdale Humane Society. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 JONES, Geraldine Marie Geraldine Marie Jones of Jonesville, Michigan passed away Thursday, July 8, 2010 at the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor, Michigan. She was born September 20, 1938 in Detroit, Michigan. She was the beloved wife of Raymond Jones for 52 years; and the loving mother of her sons, Dennis Jones and Jeffery Jones and her daughter Karen Johnson. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service to honor the life of Mrs. Geraldine Marie Jones will be held at St. Anthony Catholic Church on Monday, July 12th beginning at 11:00 A.M. with Father Ioane Sigarara officiating. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 BROWN, Kathryn Tremaine Kathryn Tremaine Brown, 91, of Buchanan, Michigan passed away Tuesday morning, November 17, 2009 at the Buchanan Meadows Living Center, with her son, William and daughter-in-law, Nancy at her side. She was born December 22, 1917 in Hillsdale, Michigan, where she married Robert J. Brown in 1937. They raised two children, Robert and William in Hillsdale. Kathryn worked until her early 80’s ending her work career in Buchanan as a home health aide. She was preceded in death by her six brothers and one sister. Besides her sons, Robert (Pat) and Bill (Nancy), she is survived by grandchildren, Amy DeLuhery, Shelly Mahoney, William, Jason and Aaron Brown and great grandchildren, Christina, Isabella, Zachary, Delaney, Anderson and John. A memorial service for Kathryn will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in North Adams on Saturday, July 17th beginning at 11:30 A.M. with Pastor Paul Hane officiating. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 116 S. Hillsdale St. North Adams, MI 49262 517-287-4661 ROBISON, Beverly J. Beverly J. Robison of Osseo, Michigan passed away Wednesday, July 7, 2010 at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. She was born July 15, 1922 in Jefferson Township, Michigan the daughter of Carlton and Hattie (Black) Dilworth. On March 25, 1939 she married Willis R. Robison and he preceded her in death on January 2, 2004. She is survived by four children, Raymond (Joyce) Robison of Osseo, Richard Robison of Osseo, LeeAnn (Gary) Patterson of Osseo and Joy (David) Drumm of Woodbridge Township; 10 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; three great, great grandchildren; one twin sister, Roberta Gilpin and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; one grandson, Randy Robison and nephew, Pete Yeagley. Mrs. Robison was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother who enjoyed spending time with her family. A graveside funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Beverly J. Robison will be held at the Leonardson Cemetery in Jefferson Township on Saturday, July 10th beginning at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Clyde Wonders officiating. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the American Diabetes Association. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 LASTOWSKI, Diane Loraine Diane Loraine Lastowski of Spring Arbor, Michigan went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday June 10, 2010 from Allegiance Health in Jackson, Michigan. She was born August 22, 1949 in Detroit, Michigan the daughter of Harold and Ruby (Pearse) Jarvis. She is survived by her husband, George Lastowski whom she married on August 1, 1993; her mother, Ruby Jarvis of Hillsdale; one daughter, Carrie (Brian) Briggs of Jackson; one son, Luke Lastowski of Lackawanna, NY; one granddaughter, Caitlyn Briggs and one sister, Linda Jarvis of Hillsdale. She was preceded in death by her father, Harold Jarvis; one brother, Scott Ensley and one sister, Sandra Jarvis. Diane graduated from Jackson Business University with an Associate Degree in Business. She was a past member of Bethel Baptist Church where she served as a youth leader and a leader of the singles group. She worked at Consumers Energy for over 25 years and retired in 1996. She was a longtime member of Grace Church in Jackson and a member of the First Baptist Church of Wesley Chapel, Florida. Diane was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother who loved spending time with her family. She was also an avid softball player and fan who also enjoyed camping and traveling. Diane and her husband, George had taken many mission trips including going to Alaska, Louisiana and South America and they also served on many World Changers projects. A funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Diane Loraine Lastowski will be held at Grace Church (2692 N. Dettman Road, Jackson) on Monday June 14, 2010 beginning at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Mike Lee officiating. At her request cremation will follow the service. The family will receive friends for visitation at the Wetherby Funeral Home on Sunday from 5-8 P.M. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to Grace Church in Jackson, Allegiance Hospice or to the American Cancer Society. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 517-563-2255 In cooperation with Wetherby Funeral Home 402 Wildwood Ave. Jackson, MI 49201 517-787-7511. BUMPUS, Martha L. Martha L. Bumpus of North Adams, Michigan passed away Monday May 31, 2010 at her home under the loving care of her family and Hospice of Hillsdale County. She was born August 13, 1929 in North Adams, Michigan the daughter of Ray and Gertrude (Daniels) Walters. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Richard A. “Dick” Bumpus on December 19, 2009 whom she married on February 14, 1948; one son, Michael Bumpus and one brother, Herman Walters. She is survived by two daughters, Karen (Steve) Dewey and Susan (Alan) Cook all of North Adams; one daughter-in-law, Marcia Bumpus of North Adams; eight grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; one sister, Florence Shum of Iowa; one brother, Charles (Peggy) Walters of Texas and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Bumpus was a lifelong resident of North Adams and enjoyed being a homemaker and spending time with her family. She was a member of the North Adams United Methodist Church, the North Adams UMW and the Adams Grange. At her request cremation has taken place and a memorial service to honor the life of Mrs. Martha L. Bumpus will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Friday, June 4th beginning at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Paul Hane officiating. A private interment will take place in the Northlawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation on Friday from 1:00 P.M. until the time of the service at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the North Adams United Methodist Church or to Hospice of Hillsdale County. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 THORNE, Robert “Warren” of Hanover, Michigan passed away Wednesday May 26, 2010 at his home under the loving care of his family and Allegiance Hospice. He was born July 13, 1937 in Pulaski Township, Michigan the son of Leonard and Ida (Weeks) Thorne. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Janet (Crapser) Thorne; five children, Cindy Thorne of North Carolina, Dale (Janet) Thorne of Hanover and their children, Luke Thorne of Hanover and Cody Thorne of Iowa, Patricia Irvine (Thorne) of Hanover and her children, Travis Irvine, Kyndra Irvine and Kelsye Irvine all of Hanover, Sheri (Gary) Hull of Hanover and their children, Jacob Hull of Hanover and Jessica Hull and her son, Channing Hull both of Hanover, Dena (Thorne) Mains of Hanover and her children, Cassidy Mains and Brittany Mains both of Hanover; two brothers, Hugh (Dorothy) Thorne of Hanover and Walter (Louise) Thorne of Tennessee; two sisters, Lucille (Edward) Knauss of Hanover and Mary Lou Clairday of Hanover; two sisters-in-law, Jean Thorne of Jonesville and Becky Thorne of Hastings and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers, Wayne, Lawrence and Norman Thorne. Mr. Thorne worked in the Hanover area as a farmer for many years throughout his life and he also worked for Moorman’s Feed Company for 30 years which is where he retired from in 1994. He also attended Grace Baptist Church in Somerset. He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather who enjoyed spending time with his family. His famous quote was, “I’m glad you got to see me.” A memorial service to honor the life of Mr. Robert “Warren” Thorne will be held at Skiff Lake Bible Church (8277 S. Jackson Road, Clarklake) on Tuesday June 1, 2010 beginning at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Edward Knauss and Pastor John Larkin officiating. The family will receive friends for visitation on Tuesday from 10:00 A.M. until the time of the service at the church. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to Allegiance Hospice or to the Multiple Myeloma Cancer Research Foundation. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 221 W. Main St. Hanover, MI 49241 517-563-2255 ELLENWOOD, Sr., Lyle Eugene of Jonesville, Michigan passed away Tuesday, May 25, 2010 at Allegiance Health in Jackson, Michigan. He was born June 20, 1930 in Waterloo Township, Michigan the son of Orval and Gertrude (Brown) Ellenwood. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Treassa Ellenwood; three children, Lyle Ellenwood, Jr. of Moscow, Lynn, Sr. (Cindy) Ellenwood of Moscow and Velarie (John) Fullerton of Jackson; nine grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; two brothers, Wilber (Lillian) Ellenwood and Cecil (Grace) Ellenwood; three sisters, Phyllis Cook, Kennetha Boughton and Roberta (Jack) Krutsch and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one grandson, Travis Austin Ellenwood; three sisters and one brother. Mr. Ellenwood served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War and he received three Bronze Stars, a United Nations Service Medal and a National Defense Service Medal. He was a member of the American Legion in Lansing and a member of the N.R.A. He worked most of his life as a farmer and he was a very devout Christian. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Lyle Eugene Ellenwood, Sr. will be held at the Pulaski Free Methodist Church, 9975 Miller Road in Pulaski Township on Saturday May 29, 2010 beginning at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Mike Ortell officiating. Cremation will follow the service. The family will receive friends for visitation on Saturday from 12:00 Noon until the time of the service at the church. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 221 W. Main St. Hanover, MI 49241 517-563-2255 PARKER, Daniel Curtis Daniel Curtis Parker of Jonesville, Michigan passed away Sunday May 16, 2010 at the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor, Michigan. He was born August 27, 1986 in Jackson, Michigan the son of Dwayne and Pamela (Showler) Parker. He is survived by his parents; grandparents, Dale and Arline Parker of Grand Rapids, MI and Gerald and Phyllis Showler of Adrian, MI; seven siblings, Rachel, Benjamin, Joseph, John, Matthew, Luke and Noah Parker. Daniel was a home school graduate and he attended Moody Bible Institute. He was a self employed web-based computer programmer and a member of Countryside Bible Church. He enjoyed bicycling and soccer and coached soccer in Hillsdale and Coldwater, but his passion was knowing God and sharing Him with others. A funeral service to honor the life of Daniel Curtis Parker will be held at Countryside Bible Church (1651 E. Litchfield Road, Jonesville) on Thursday, May 20th beginning at 10:30 A.M. with Pastor John Lillie and Pastor Rob Stewart officiating. Interment will take place in the Sunset View Cemetery in Jonesville. The family will receive friends for visitation on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. at Countryside Bible Church. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to Countryside Bible Church. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 SMITH, Darrell Lloyd Darrell Lloyd Smith of Hillsdale, Michigan passed away Tuesday May 11, 2010 at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. He was born December 28, 1950 in Hillsdale, Michigan the son of Lloyd and Velma (Goss) Smith. He is survived by three children, Bradley (Rebecca) Smith of Hanover, Jennifer Smith of Litchfield and Christopher Smith of North Adams; three grandchildren, Andrew Smith, Michelle Smith and Alexander Smith and two brothers, Carl (Ella) Smith of Hillsdale and Ron (Phyllis) Hawkins of North Adams. He was preceded in death by his parents. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service to honor the life of Mr. Darrell Lloyd Smith will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Tuesday May 25th beginning at 7:30 P.M. The family will receive friends for visitation on Tuesday May 25th from 6:00 P.M. until the time of the service at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the American Diabetes Association. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 BENZ, Violet June Violet June Benz of Waldron, Michigan went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday May 11, 2010. She was born June 14, 1933 in Hillsdale, Michigan the daughter of Charles and Leona (Stull) Ackley. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Richard H. Benz on November 23, 2004; one sister, Judy Birdsall; two brothers, Charles Ackley and Leonard Ackley (Stillborn); one brother-in-law, Kenneth Vincent; one grandson, Dale Hasch, Jr. and two great grandsons, Anthony and Bradley Wood. She is survived by two daughters, Alberta (Dale) Hasch of Hillsdale and Janelle (Nolan) Masters of Waldron; six grandchildren, Alisha Wood, Christopher Hasch and John, Tara, Tyler and James Masters; six great grandchildren, Bobbie, Katie, Christopher, Jr., Erica, Cheyanna and Logan; one brother, Don (Martha) Ackley; one sister, Janet Vincent; one brother-in-law, Paul Birdsall and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Benz was a former member of the Montgomery and New Hope United Brethren Church as well as Liberty Bible Church where she served as a Sunday School Teacher for many years and she was currently attending Bird Lake Wesleyan Missionary Church with her family for the past several years. Her heart and passion was with children and her desire was to teach them about the Lord. She was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed spending time with her family and working as a homemaker throughout her life. A funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Violet June Benz will be held at the Bird Lake Wesleyan Missionary Church on Saturday May 15th beginning at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Rick Maloyed and Pastor Don Gentry officiating. Interment will take place in the Evergreen Cemetery in Ransom Township, MI. The family will receive friends for visitation at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the Bird Lake Bible School envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 BIRD Sr., Dale Lee Dale Lee Bird, Sr. of Allen, Michigan went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday May 4, 2010. He was born July 4, 1929 in Britton, Michigan the son of Walter, Sr. and Myrtie (Lewis) Bird. He is survived by five children, Joyce (Gerald) Guard of Carney, Deborah (Jim) Dziedzic of Vulcan, Peggy (Albert) Lowery of Hartselle, Alabama, Keben (Sherry) Bird of Avoca and Shirley (John) Smith of Adrian; 17 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Joyce of 59 years, his childhood sweetheart whom he married on August 3, 1948; one son, Dale James Bird; three brothers and two sisters. Mr. Bird was an active member of Calvary Baptist Church in Quincy for 15 years. He served on the Advisory Board for Child Evangelism Fellowship for many years. Dale no longer suffers here as his Heavenly Father chose to take him home to be with Himself. If he could tell you one thing, it would be that he longs to see you there too! God’s Word says you too can go to Heaven. It’s as simple as ABC: Admit you are a sinner, Believe Jesus died to take the punishment for your sins, and Choose to ask Him to forgive you and save you. Romans 10:13 says, “For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Dale Lee Bird, Sr. will be held at Calvary Baptist Church, 770 E. Chicago Road in Quincy on Saturday, May 8th at 11:00 a.m. Officiating Missionaries John Smith, Sr. and John Smith, Jr. with Pastor Frank Snyder. A private interment will take place in the Pleasant View Cemetery in Petersburg, MI. The family will receive friends for visitation at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Friday, May 7th from 7-9 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to Calvary Baptist Church in Quincy or to Child Evangelism Fellowship Southeastern Michigan. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 HOBART, Phillip Delbert, Jr. Phillip Delbert Hobart, Jr. of Jerome, Michigan formerly of Moscow, Michigan passed away Wednesday April 28, 2010 at his home. He was born April 29, 1962 in Albion, Michigan the son of Phillip, Sr. and Reta (Helmick) Hobart. He is survived by two sisters, Linda (Richard) Baird and Lori Hobart; two brothers, Lonnie (Denise) Goodnough and David Goodnough and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. A graveside funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Phillip Delbert Hobart, Jr. will be held at the Moscow Plains Cemetery on Monday May 3rd beginning at 3:00 P.M. The family will receive friends for visitation at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Monday from 12:00 Noon until 2:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the family envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 HAYNER, Walter E. Walter E. Hayner of Hanover, Michigan passed away Friday April 23, 2010 at Allegiance Health in Jackson, Michigan. He was born August 9, 1921 in Hanover, Michigan the son of Francis and Leora (Armstrong) Hayner. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Evelyn I. Hayner on January 14, 2010 whom he married on December 24, 1941; two sisters, Louise Munsie and Frances Andrus and one step-brother, Tom Hayner. He is survived by three daughters, Kaye (John) Nutt of Hanover, Jackie (John “Mick”) Bunker of Concord and Cammee (Randall) Childs of Hanover; eight grandchildren, Lori (Mike) Zamora, Anthony (Becki) Nutt, Amy Bunker, Mindi (Mike) Zotter, Emily Childs, Wade Childs, Jennifer Williams and Nicole (Link) Smith; 13 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Hayner was a veteran of W.W.II serving his country in the Army Air Corps as a Bombardier instructor. He and his wife wintered in Tavares, Florida for 26 years and he was the past president of the Michigan Travel Trailer Club. He served as a Trustee on the Hanover Township Board and he retired from Blackman Township as a Building Inspector after many years of service. Mr. Hayner was an outstanding baseball player and fan who coached Little League, Pony League and girls softball for many years. At the age of 17 he tried out for the St. Louis Cardinals and was turned down only because of his age. He also played four years of varsity basketball at Hanover High School and later in life he served as a Boy Scout Leader in Hanover. He was also an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing, hunting, archery and shuffle board. At his request cremation has taken place and a memorial service to honor the life of Mr. Walter E. Hayner will be held at the Hillside United Methodist Church, 6100 Folks Road in Horton on Saturday May 8, 2010 beginning at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Jeanne Koughn officiating. The family will receive friends for visitation on Saturday from 10:00 A.M. until the time of the service at the church. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to Hillside United Methodist Church or to the Hanover Horton Area Historical Society. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 221 W. Main St. Hanover, MI 49241 517-563-2255 JONES, Carol Ann Carol Ann Jones of Brooklyn, Michigan formerly of Hanover, Michigan passed away Wednesday, April 21, 2010 at Allegiance Health in Jackson. She was born April 15, 1938 in Jackson, Michigan the daughter of Victor and Donna (Champney) Curey. She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Mark Young; one brother, William Curey and one nephew, Billy Curey. She is survived by one son, Victor (Diana) Young of Horton; special friend and companion, Ed Koppman of Brooklyn; one daughter, Carolyn Walter of Adrian; three grandchildren, Richelle (Jeff) McFate, Daren (Kerry) Grann and DeWayne (Sarah) Grann; six great grandchildren, DeLany, Danten, Dade, Daevin, Mason and Ryan; one brother, Tom (Andrea) Curey and nephew, Andrew Curey all of Michigan Center; one sister-in-law, Margaret Curey and nephew, Curt all of Litchfield and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Mrs. Jones graduated from Michigan Center High School and she was a former member of the V.F.W. Auxiliary in Hanover. She was a very generous person who enjoyed giving of herself to her many friends and she was an excellent cook. At her request cremation has taken place and a memorial service to honor the life of Mrs. Carol Ann Jones will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hanover on Monday, April 26, 2010 beginning at 6:00 P.M. with Pastor Mike Ortell officiating. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 221 W. Main St. Hanover, MI 49241 517-563-2255 FOUST, Elizabeth Cecilia “Beth” Elizabeth Cecilia “Beth” Foust of Osseo, Michigan went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday April 22, 2010 at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. She was born July 9, 1923 in Wyandotte, Michigan the daughter of Frank and Annie (Birk) Maley. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Charles E. Foust; one grandson, Ryan Foust and one granddaughter, Julie Beth Foust. She is survived by five children, Alan (Linda) Foust of Hillsdale, Bob (Sharon) Foust of North Adams, Janine (Michael) Brewer of Osseo, Jeff (Laurie) Foust of Hillsdale and Tom (Jeannine) Foust of Jonesville; 12 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; two sisters, Gertie (Marv) Francis of Lincoln Park, MI and Dorothy Hewitt of Florida and numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Foust was a Christian woman who was most proud of her family and she was out spoken about her relationship with her Lord, Jesus. A funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Elizabeth Cecilia “Beth” Foust will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, April 26th with Pastor Don Harkey officiating. Interment will take place in the Lakeview Cemetery in Hillsdale. The family will receive friends for visitation on Sunday from 3-7 P.M. at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 LEGGETT, Arthur C. “Art” Arthur C. Leggett of Horton, Michigan passed away Wednesday, April 21, 2010 at Care Link of Jackson. He was born September 24, 1926 in Jackson, Michigan and resided in Horton with his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clyfford and Helen (Barnes) Leggett. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Wanda Leggett; son, Mark A. Leggett and his wife Jed; daughter, Lynne Centa and her husband John; three granddaughters, Jessica Leggett, Sera Leggett and Rachael Leggett; great granddaughter, Samantha Leggett; cousin, Howard Leggett; two brothers, Donald Leggett of Tennessee and Harold Leggett of California and many nieces and nephews. Mr. Leggett served his country in the United States Navy during W.W. II. He served as a volunteer fireman for the Horton area and he was involved in the Pheasants Forever and Ducks Unlimited. He donated the land to raise pheasants to be released in Jackson County. He enjoyed sports and loved the outdoors and was an avid fisherman, hunter and conservationist. Art was a good, honorable man that was respected and loved by his family and good friends. At his request cremation has taken place and a celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to a charity of their choice. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 221 W. Main St. Hanover, MI 49241 517-563-2255 DeFOREST, Roger Earl Roger Earl DeForest of Hillsdale, Michigan passed away Monday, April 19, 2010 at Drews Place Village Green in Hillsdale. He was born May 24, 1949 in Jackson, Michigan the son of Millard and Betty (Simonds) DeForest. He is survived by his wife of 34 ½ years, Pam; his mother-in-law, Joyce Shaw of Hillsdale; two children, Shawn (Christine) DeForest of Lincoln Park and Heather (Kevin) Galioto of Stow, OH; six grandchildren, Michael, Roger-Jesse, Alexis, Taylor, Emily and Blake; five siblings, Gary (Kim) DeForest of Concord, Donna (Larry) Reiniche of Pulaski, Ken (Penny) DeForest of Jonesville, Pat (Jody) DeForest of Pulaski and Patty (Bill) Felkey of Pulaski and numerous nieces and nephews and great nieces and great nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his father-in-law, John Shaw; one sister, Connie DeForest and one grandson, Christian Galioto. Mr. DeForest was a decorated veteran who served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and he retired from the Army Reserves as a Master Sergeant after 20 years of service. He worked for 24 years at Foulke Construction and retired in January of 2008. He served as President of Lifeline Food Pantry in Camden and he was a member of the Reading Church of the Nazarene, the 199th Charlie Company Infantry and the Vietnam Veterans Association. Mr. DeForest was an avid sports fan at all levels who enjoyed any sport including a ball or a puck. He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather and he was a friend to all. He will be missed by all who knew him. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Roger Earl DeForest will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale at 1:00 P.M. on Thursday, April 22nd with Pastor David Tran officiating. Interment with military honors will take place in the Oak Grove Cemetery in Hillsdale. The family will receive friends for visitation on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-9 P.M. at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to Lifeline Food Pantry or to the Reading Church of the Nazarene. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 HAMMOND, David Gale David Gale Hammond of Colon, Michigan formerly of North Adams, Michigan passed away Saturday, April 10, 2010 at the Battle Creek Health System. He was born July 22, 1949 in Hillsdale County, Michigan the son of Dale and Eleanor (Winner) Hammond. He is survived by his mother; Eleanor “Virginia” Rhoades of Hillsdale; three daughters, Stacy (Joseph) Hodges of Quincy, Kimberly “K.C.” Saxton of Jonesville, and Christina (James) Young of Jonesville; one son, David Hugh Hammond of Georgia; one step-daughter, Francine (Richard) Nickles of Reading; 13 grandchildren; two great grandchildren; three brothers; one sister and his fiance’ Debbie Swafford of Colon. He was preceded in death by his father; one brother and one grandchild. Mr. Hammond worked for many years as a prison guard for the State of Michigan Department of Corrections in Jackson and later worked in the Quality Control Department at the Eaton Corporation in Three Rivers and he also enjoyed hunting, fishing and riding motorcycles. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. David Gale Hammond will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in North Adams on Friday, April 16th beginning at 2:00 P.M. with the Rev. Paul Pickell officiating. Cremation will follow the service. The family will receive friends for visitation on Friday from 1:00 P.M. until the time of the service at the funeral home in North Adams. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the American Diabetes Association. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 116 S. Hillsdale St. North Adams, MI 49262 517-287-4661 LOPRESTO, Ambrose Ambrose LoPresto of Hillsdale, Michigan passed away Saturday, April 10, 2010 at the Country Living Adult Foster Care Facility. He was born February 21, 1922 in Hillsdale, Michigan the son of Sam and Jenny LoPresto. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Rosemary whom he married on April 7, 1945; three sons, A. Dennis (Darnella) LoPresto of Hillsdale, Gary (Leslie) LoPresto of Pittsford and Ted (Peggy) LoPresto of Osseo; six grandchildren, Christopher (RaLena), Bradley (Kelly), Matthew (Candi) LoPresto, Lottie LoPresto, Spencer LoPresto and Andrew (Jamie) LoPresto; six great grandchildren; three sisters and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Joe LoPresto. Mr. LoPresto was a life long resident of Hillsdale. He graduated from Hillsdale High School in 1939 and he graduated from Hillsdale College in 1944. He received his Masters Degree from Michigan State University in 1968. He built and managed the Hillsdale Drive-In Theatre until its closing and he also owned and managed several other Theatres in Ohio and Michigan as well as working as a car salesman and selling Packards for many years. Ambrose started his educational career in 1944 at Lakeview High in St. Clair Shores, Michigan. He taught and coached all sports there for 2 years and was forced to leave education, due to the poor health of his father, and return home and help in the family business. After a long absence from education for some 12 years, things worked out that let Ambrose return to his “first love” of educating young boys and girls. In 1958 he returned to teaching at Lakeland School in Coldwater and after a short time as 6th grade teacher he was appointed to the Elementary-Junior High Principal-ship (K-8) of that school until 1963, at which time he resigned to accept a job at Hillsdale. He was appointed Principal of the Carl L. Bailey School in the fall of 1963, and served as Principal of that school for 14 years. He was the Principal of Mauck School in Hillsdale for 4 years. Ambrose has been a charter member and past President of Hillsdale County Elementary Principals’ Association, past President of Area 4 MAESP, past President of Hillsdale Lions Club, past President of Hillsdale County Reading Association, President Elect of Area 3 MAESP, conducted Nuts and Bolts Session at Camp Kett, past President of Lakeland Teachers Association, and past President of M.P.A.T.I. (Airborn T.V. Council). Presently Ambrose is Region 3 representative to the MAESP Leadership Activities Commission, a member of B.P.O.E. 1575, a member of St. Anthony’s Church, past Lecturer and Reader, and was active in organizing Little League Teams in Hillsdale. Ambrose also has a very deep affection for Camp Kett and states that the many things he has learned and friends he has made have carried over into his humanistic practices of proudly being an Elementary School Principal. Ambrose served several years on the Camp Kett Planning Committee. Ambrose says that, “One of the greatest gifts in the life of an Elementary Principal is to witness the fascinating growth of boys and girls throughout their elementary years.” After more than 20 years of watching this happen, each year takes on a different trend—“That’s what makes our business interesting and worthwhile.” A funeral mass to honor the life of Mr. Ambrose LoPresto will be held at St. Anthony Catholic Church on Wednesday, April 14th beginning at 11:00 A.M. with Father Tom Butler officiating. Interment will take place in the St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery in Hillsdale. The family will receive friends for visitation at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. with a Vigil Service to begin at 6:00 P.M. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the City of Hillsdale Field of Dreams, to the Hillsdale Community Foundation or to a charity of your choice. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 KIES, Marion John Marion John Kies, 82 of Moscow, Michigan passed away Thursday, April 1, 2010 at his home. He was born October 14, 1927 in Moscow, Michigan the son of Lee and Erma (Linsday) Kies. He married Marilyn L. Truitt on February 27, 1950 and she survives. He served in the United States Army in 1946 and 1947 and was in General MacArthur’s Honor Guard. He served many years for the Moscow Fire Department and he was retired from Addison Products and farming. He loved to play Euchre and he enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. He is survived by his three children, Milton Kies of Moscow, Jerry Kies (Tammy Reynolds) of Addison and Shirley Kies of Hillsdale; one daughter-in-law, Peggy Kies of North Adams; 15 grandchildren; 20 great- grandchildren and one great-great grandchild; three brothers, Charles (Nancy) Kies, Harold (Lilly) Kies and Robert (Loraine) Kies; one sister, Betty (Bill) Frantz and a large extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, John Kies; three brothers, (twin) Milton, Hugh and Joe; and two granddaughters, Jamie Lee and Amy Jo. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Marion John Kies will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Thursday, April 15th beginning at 3:00 P.M. with Pastor Don Harkey officiating. At his request cremation will follow the service and interment will take place in the Rice Cemetery at a later date. The family will receive friends for visitation on Wednesday from 5-8 P.M. and Thursday from 1:00 P.M. until the time of the service at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 RUTAN, Paul Richard Paul Richard Rutan of Hillsdale, Michigan went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, April 7, 2010 at his home under the loving care of his family and Hospice of Hillsdale County. He was born October 12, 1927 in Napoleon, Michigan the son of Milton and Greeta (Touse) Rutan. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Barbara Rutan and two brothers, Louis and Bruce Rutan. He is survived by his wife, Helen F. (Goodman/Horton) Rutan; five children, LeeAnn (David) Reese of Jackson, Robert (Deborah) Rutan of Jackson, Sue (Nick) Serafin of Horton, Dan (Jane) Rutan of Hillsdale and Jon (Theresa) Rutan of Hillsdale; 14 grandchildren; 14 step grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; 22 step-great grandchildren; two brothers, Lee Earl (Doris) Rutan of Stockbridge and Milton (Kathy) Rutan of Columbus, IN; four sisters, Florence (Marshall) Johnson of Arizona, Gayle (George) Ruff of Colorado, Mary Lou Hammer of Clark Lake and Alice (Harvey) Hill of Colorado Springs, CO and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Rutan served his country in the United States Navy from 1946 to 1948. He was a member of Cambria Baptist Church and a faithful attender of the Gospel Barn in Hillsdale. He worked for many years as a builder and built many homes in the Jackson County and Lenawee County areas and he also had a passion for farming. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Paul Richard Rutan will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Monday, April 12, 2010 beginning at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Don Harkey officiating. Interment will take place in the Somerset Center Cemetery in Somerset Township. The family will receive friends for visitation on Saturday and Sunday from 2-5 P.M. at the funeral home in Hillsdale. In lieu of flowers friends who wish may make memorial contributions to Samaritan’s Purse envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 COGGIANO (May), Dorris A. Dorris A. (May) Coggiano of Clearwater, Florida passed away Sunday, April 4, 2010 at the age of 94 at the Clearwater Comprehensive Health Care Facility. She was born March 12, 1916 in Frontier, Michigan the daughter of John and Hope (Thompson) May. Dorris loved Jesus Christ with all her heart, soul, mind and body. Her family was very precious to her and that family includes her loving son and daughter-in-law, Robert (Linda) Horr of Dunedin, Florida; one brother, Don (Nan) May of Hillsdale, Michigan; nephews, Philip May of Jonesville, Michigan, Doug (Lynne) May of Hillsdale, Michigan and Mike “Gregg” (Sharon) May of Arcadia, California and other nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Gene Arnold; one daughter-in-law, Kathy Arnold and one grandson, Greg Arnold. Dorris (May) Coggiano read her Bible everyday and even paid someone to come and read the Bible to her when she could not read it because of her eye sight. She was a great giver of her tithe and enjoyed giving other gifts to people the she came across in her lifetime. She loved people and had many friends and she enjoyed visiting with them many times over breakfast or dinner. She also loved going to church when she was able to go and enjoyed flowers and working outdoors. A private graveside service has taken place at the Lakeview Cemetery in Hillsdale. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to a charity of their choice. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 TRENARY, Teryl W. Teryl W. Trenary of Pulaski Township, Michigan passed away Tuesday, March 30, 2010 at Allegiance Health in Jackson, Michigan. He was born April 1, 1935 in Walkerville, Michigan the son of William and Hannah (Whitaker) Trenary. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife. He is survived by four children, Danny Trenary, Carl Trenary, Teresa Trenary and Heather Peters all of Pulaski Township, Michigan; four grandchildren and one sister, Jean (Glen) Warmuskerken. Mr. Trenary served his country for four years in the United States Navy. At his request cremation has taken place and there will be no additional services at this time. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 221 W. Main St. Hanover, MI 49241 517-563-2255 MORROW, Donald G. “Don” Donald G. “Don” Morrow of Coldwater, Michigan passed away Sunday, March 28, 2010 at his home. He was born December 22, 1947 in Columbus, Ohio the son of Lawrence and Edith (Stevens) Morrow. He married Janet Foulk in 1978 and she survives. He is also survived by one son, Danny Foulk of Hillsdale; four grandchildren, Kaitlyn Foulk, Halie Foulk, Allison Horn and Clair Bennett all of Hillsdale, two brothers, David (Jackie) Morrow of Columbus, OH and Richard Morrow of Columbus, OH and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother and one sister. Don retired from Metalloy in Hudson after over 20 years of service and then continued to work doing odd jobs in the area. He enjoyed life, bike riding, golf, fishing and his many friends. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Donald G. “Don” Morrow will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Friday, April 2nd beginning at 11:00 A.M. Interment will take place in the Berg Cemetery in Camden Township. The family will receive friends for visitation on Thursday from 6-8 P.M. at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to Janet Morrow. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 CAROTHERS, JR. Henry H. “Hank” Henry H. “Hank” Carothers, Jr. born October 15, 1932 in Rossville, Kansas went home to be with the Lord on Monday, March 29, 2010. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife, Lucy; two brothers, Donald (Betty) and Melvin (Earline) of Topeka, KS; children, Philip (Debbie) Victor of Topeka, KS, John (Donna) McCarthy of Coco, FL, Mike (Debbie) McCarthy of Mason, MI, Libby McCarthy and Sue McCarthy of Lansing, MI, Kay (Chris) Thornton of Mesa, AZ and Bill Belt of Pulaski, MI; 12 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry H., Sr. and Dorothy Carothers; one son, Greg Victor and one daughter, Kathi Belt. Hank proudly served his country as a United States Marine in the Korean War. He was an active member of the Pulaski Free Methodist Church and he worked for Troup Electronics for over 30 years. He blessed his family and friends with his patience, quiet understanding, quick wit and strong character and he will be greatly missed. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service with military honors to honor the life of Mr. Henry H. “Hank” Carothers, Jr. will be held at the Pulaski Free Methodist Church on Thursday, April 1, 2010 beginning at 4:00 P.M. with Pastor Mike Ortell officiating. The family will receive friends for visitation on Thursday from 2:00 P.M. until the time of the service at the church. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the Pulaski Free Methodist Church. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 221 W. Main St. Hanover, MI 49241 517-563-2255 BRINK, Byron J. “Jim”, Jr. Jim Brink, Jr. of Hillsdale, Michigan passed away Wednesday, March 24, 2010 at the Oaklawn Hospital in Marshall, Michigan. He was born July 15, 1948 in Hudson, Michigan the son of Byron, Sr. and Grace (Crall) Brink. He was preceded in death by his father, Byron Brink, Sr. on January 24, 1984 and his wife, Melissa A. Brink on January 12, 2001. He is survived by two children, Jason (Heather) Brink of Hillsdale and Heidi (Joseph) Riley of Hillsdale; four grandchildren, Carter, Caleb, Jace and Madison; his companion, Linda Lange of Albion; his mother, Grace Brink of Hillsdale; one sister, Sheryl (LaVerne) Gamble of Hillsdale; several nieces and nephews and many friends. Jim served his country in the United Sates Army and he retired from Hillsdale Tool in 2007 after over 35 years of service. He was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church and the North American Hunting Club and he was a life member of the N.R.A. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed all types of birds and wildlife and he also enjoyed spending time with his many friends. A memorial service to honor the life of Mr. Byron J. “Jim” Brink, Jr. will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Saturday, March 27th beginning at 11:00 A.M. with Father Tom Butler officiating. Interment will take place in the Northlawn Cemetery in North Adams. The family will receive friends for visitation on Friday, March 26th from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to a charity of their choice. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 HUBBARD, Cecile Age 95, a lifelong resident of Horton, Michigan passed away Friday, March 26, 2010 at the Jackson County Medical Care Facility where she has resided since May of 2009. She was born March 29, 1914 in Hanover Township, Michigan the daughter of Henry Robert Woodliff and Angeline (Entz) Woodliff. She lived with her family outside of Hanover until she married Lonnie Hubbard in 1934. He preceded her in death in 2001. Surviving is one son, Glen (Beverly) Hubbard of Jackson and one daughter, Mary Lou (Graham) Hollis of Kalamazoo. In addition she leaves six grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren and three great, great grandchildren and her step-mother-in-law, Margaret Hubbard of Horton. She was also preceded in death by her mother; father; three sisters and three brothers. Mrs. Hubbard enjoyed being a stay-at-home mother and cooking for her family, hosting a number of holiday and birthday dinners for the family. She was a member of the Jackson Citizen Patriot Golden Anniversary Club, enjoyed playing cards and visiting friends. She will remain in the hearts of her family and friends forever. A funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Cecile Hubbard will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hanover on Tuesday, March 30, 2010 beginning at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Steve DeGangi officiating. Interment will take place in the Horton Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. at the funeral home in Hanover. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the Hanover Horton Area Historical Society. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 221 W. Main St. Hanover, MI 49241 517-563-2255 BLAIR, June J. of Hanover Township, Michigan passed away Thursday, March 25, 2010 at Allegiance Health in Jackson, Michigan. She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Unice (Graham) Oldfield; her husband, George Blair; four sisters; one brother and two grandchildren, Damon and Kalie. She is survived by two children, B.J. Aiken of Hanover Township and Russell (Betty Slack) Blair of Vandercook; five grandchildren, Tracy, Trevor, Kelly, Russell, Jr. and Stephany; six great grandchildren, Sidney, Jessepaul, Cameron, Jory, Sarah and Zachary and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Blair retired from Camp International in Jackson after many years of service. She was a member of the Horton Congregational Church and enjoyed participating in the Womens Bible Group in Spring Arbor. A funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. June J. Blair will be held at the Horton Congregational Church, 110 S. Moscow Road in Horton, on Monday, March 29, 2010 beginning at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Steve DeGangi officiating. Interment will take place in the Hanover Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation on Monday from 12:00 noon until the time of the service at the church. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the Horton Congregational Church. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 221 W. Main St. Hanover, MI 49241 517-563-2255 BRINK, Byron J. “Jim”, Jr. Jim Brink, Jr. of Hillsdale, Michigan passed away Wednesday, March 24, 2010 at the Oaklawn Hospital in Marshall, Michigan. He was born July 15, 1948 in Hudson, Michigan the son of Byron, Sr. and Grace (Crall) Brink. He was preceded in death by his father, Byron Brink, Sr. on January 24, 1984 and his wife, Melissa A. Brink on January 12, 2001. He is survived by two children, Jason (Heather) Brink of Hillsdale and Heidi (Joseph) Riley of Hillsdale; four grandchildren, Carter, Caleb, Jace and Madison; his companion, Linda Lange of Albion; his mother, Grace Brink of Hillsdale; one sister, Sheryl (LaVerne) Gamble of Hillsdale; several nieces and nephews and many friends. Jim served his country in the United Sates Army and he retired from Hillsdale Tool in 2007 after over 35 years of service. He was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church and the North American Hunting Club and he was a life member of the N.R.A. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed all types of birds and wildlife and he also enjoyed spending time with his many friends. A memorial service to honor the life of Mr. Byron J. “Jim” Brink, Jr. will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Saturday, March 27th beginning at 11:00 A.M. with Father Tom Butler officiating. Interment will take place in the Northlawn Cemetery in North Adams. The family will receive friends for visitation on Friday, March 26th from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to a charity of their choice. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 WEISS, Jr. Frederick H. “Fred” Fred Weiss, Jr. 75 of Osseo, Michigan went to be with the Lord Sunday, March 21, 2010. He was born on December 19, 1934 in Jersey City, New Jersey. Fred is survived by his wife of 51 years, Nancy; one son, Bob (Deb) Weiss of Camden; one daughter, Susan (Dennis) Knisely of Fayette, Ohio; one sister, Linda (Tony) Risso of Warwick, R.I.; two grandsons and six great grandchildren. Fred retired from Proctor & Gamble in 1994 and moved to Osseo from Guilford, Vermont in 1998. He enjoyed hunting, taking care of his home and spending time with his family. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Fred Weiss, Jr. will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Wednesday, March 24th beginning at 2:00 P.M. at his request cremation will follow the service. The family will receive friends for visitation on Wednesday from 1:00 P.M. until the time of the service at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to a charity of their choice. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 COOK, Patricia M. of Hillsdale, Michigan passed away Thursday, March 18, 2010 at the Battle Creek Health System. She was born March 29, 1935 in Minot, North Dakota the daughter of Harold and Pearl (Anderson) Hoyt. She is survived by two children, Ronald (Brigitte) Cook of Osseo, MI and Richard Cook of Montpelier, OH; eight grandchildren; two great grandchildren; one brother, Wayne (Nancy) Hoyt of Commerce, MI; one sister, Lois Holiday of Paw Paw, MI several nieces, nephews and cousins; many friends and three “grand dogs”, Turner, Hooch and Titan. She was preceded in death by her parents and one infant son. Mrs. Cook worked as an LPN for many years serving at the Kern Hospital in Warren, MI and St. Joseph Hospital in Pontiac, MI and she retired in 1998. She loved animals and was involved in the Humane Society. She enjoyed working puzzles, crocheting, riding motorcycles and driving trucks. A funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Patricia M. Cook will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Monday, March 22, 2010 beginning at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Eric Matthews officiating. At her request cremation will follow the service. The family will receive friends for visitation on Monday from 1:00 P.M. until the time of the service at the funeral home. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the family or to the Greater Hillsdale Humane Society. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 HOLLIDAY, Stephen Randall “Steve” of Osseo, Michigan passed away Sunday, March 14, 2010 at his home under the loving care of his family. He was born February 27, 1952 in Hillsdale, Michigan the son of Walter and Doris (Towns) Holliday. He is survived by his wife, of 35 years, Corrine Holliday; three children, Christopher Holliday of Coldwater, Stephenie (Theodore) Ankney of Reading, and Katherine Holliday of Orlando, FL; six grandchildren, one brother, Dave (Jeanne) Holliday of Hillsdale; one aunt, Betty Hagaman of Osseo; one niece; one nephew and many cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and several aunts and uncles. Mr. Holliday was employed in earlier years at Addison Products where he worked for 11 years until his diagnosis of Regional Migratory Osteoporosis. At his request anatomical donation to the University of Michigan Medical School has taken place and a memorial service to honor the life of Mr. Stephen Randall “Steve” Holliday will be held at a later date. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to a charity of their choice. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home 3380 W. Carleton Road Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-0605 Welcome | Our Staff | Burial Arrangments | Cremation Arrangements | Obituaries | Contact Us | E-mail Us All Rights Reserved · Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Homes · 2008