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Traverse City Record-Eagle Harry K. Babcock Died March 7, 2005 NEW ALBANY, Ind. - Harry K. Babcock, 77, of New Albany, Ind., died Monday, March 7, 2005, at Floyd Memorial Hospital in New Albany. He was the retired president of Steepleton Billiard Table Company, a charter member of the Babcock, Bade and Sullivan environmental group, and a retired captain of the St. Matthews Fire Department. He is survived by his wife, Clara Babcock; two sons, Whitney W. Babcock and Squire K. Babcock; a daughter, Meme Babcock Smith of Traverse City; 11 grandchildren, Sabrah Babcock Wilkerson, Bekah Babcock, Betts Babcock Kayser, Aba Smith, Elizabeth Smith, Hannah Babcock, Chip Westerman, Molly Westerman, Lou Ann Crouch, Lisa Chapman Newlin and David Chapman; and three great-grandchildren, Taylor Babcock, Grace Kayser and Jonah Wilkerson. Visitation will take place Wednesday, March 9, from 3 to 7 p.m. at Pearson's Funeral Home, 149 Breckenridge Lane, in Louisville, Ky. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ducks Unlimited, One Waterford Way, Memphis, TN 38120. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 28, 2005 DALE B. BAHR, 81, of Manistee, died Thursday, Jan. 27, 2005, at Munson Medical Center. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Jan. 29, 2005, at 1 p.m., at the Marilla Church of the Brethren, where the family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until time of service. The Edwards-Oak Grove Funeral Home of Bear Lake is serving the family. Traverse City Record-Eagle January 29, 2005 MANISTEE - Dale Byron Bahr, 81, of Manistee, died Thursday, Jan. 27, 2005, at Munson Medical Center. He was born March 25, 1923, in Manistee County's Marilla Township, the son of the late James S. and Nina E. (Winters) Bahr. A graduate of Kaleva High School, class of l942, he served with the United States Army in Alaska during World War II. Preceded in death by his first wife, Mabel (Bradford) Bahr, Dale married Mildred (Lutz) Mackey on June 28, 1958, at the Marilla Church of the Brethren. He was employed at Packaging Corporation of America for 32 years, retiring in l986. Dale was a member of the Marilla Church of the Brethren, the Marilla Historical Society and the American Legion Post #531 of Copemish, who recently honored him for his 50 years of membership. Dale enjoyed gardening and taking care of the birds. A part-time comedian and inventor, he especially loved his kids and grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Mildred B. Bahr of Manistee; children and their spouses, John (Vicki) Mackey, James (Barbara) Mackey and Robert (Deborah) Mackey, all of Bear Lake, Dennis (Diane) Mackey of Kaleva, Jean (Bahr) Peterson of Kingsley, Lawrence (Juanita) Bahr of Theodore, Ala., Donald Bahr of Manistee, Janice (Bahr) and Ronald Long of Traverse City, Barbara (Mackey) and David Smoot of Frankfort, and David Bahr of Fremont, Ind.; 20 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, two sisters, Goldie Budnik of Whitehall and Carol Harrigan of Traverse City. Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends also survive. He was also preceded in death by four sisters, Marjorie Larabee, Lola Benoit, Millie Repo and Dora Landis; and one brother, Neal Bahr. Memorial services for Dale B. Bahr will be held today, Jan. 29, 2005, at 1 p.m., at the Marilla Church of the Brethren, where the family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until the time of service. Pastor Joe Wave will officiate. A luncheon will follow at the Marilla Historical Society. Cremation, final interment, and military graveside services will take place at Oak Grove Cemetery in Manistee. Memorials in Dale's name may be directed to the Marilla Church of the Brethren or the Marilla Historical Society. The Edwards Oak Grove Funeral Home of Bear Lake is serving the family. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 9, 2005 ADRIAN - Betty Lou Ball, 90, of Adrian, passed away Feb. 8, 2005, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born July 4, 1914, in Delta, Ohio, the daughter of Rollo and Mable (Evans) Hoyt. Betty graduated from Scott High School in Toledo, and continued her education at Davis College to earn her business degree. On Dec. 24, 1933, she married Kenneth Ball in Delta, Ohio. He preceded her in death March 1, 1989. Betty and her husband were instrumental in starting Croswell School, a private school for the mentally disabled. She had unending devotion to her two sons. Betty was a member of Adrian Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses since 1939. She will always be remembered as a loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Surviving Betty are her children, Nancy Dew of Tecumseh, Richard A. Ball of Adrian, Ruth (John) Bay of Traverse City and Joanna (Earl) McKinney of Adrian; ten grandchildren; and six great grandchildren. In addition to her husband, Kenneth, she was preceded in death by her parents; one son, John; one sister, Mary; and son-in-law, C.M. Dew. The family will receive friends Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2005, at 3 p.m., at the Braun Everiss Wagley Funeral Home. A memorial service for Betty will follow at 3:30 p.m., with long-time friend, Kenneth Pulcifer officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Betty's name may be made to Watchtower Educational fund, Lenawee County Humane Society or Hospice of Lenawee. Envelopes are available at Braun Everiss Wagley Funeral Home. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 15, 2005 MARGARET LILLIAN BANKS, 91, formerly of Kalkaska, died Feb. 9, 2005, at Halifax Medical Center, Daytona Beach. A Celebration of Life will be held at Grace Episcopal Church in Port Orange, Fla., at 4 p.m. today, Feb. 15. Later this spring, Margaret will be remembered at a memorial service at The People's Church in Kalkaska. Interment will follow in the family plot at Evergreen Cemetery, Kalkaska. Dates and times of the Kalkaska memorial will be announced at a later date. Wolfe Funeral Home of Kalkaska is in charge of the arrangements. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle March 3, 2005 ELEANOR L. BARBER, 87, of Kalkaska, died Wednesday, March 2, 2005, at Kalkaska Memorial Health Center Long Term Care. Visitation will be Friday, March 4, 2005, from 5 to 8 p.m., at the Wolfe Funeral Home in Kalkaska. Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 5, 2005, at 11 a.m., also at the funeral home. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Arrangements are by the Wolfe Funeral Home in Kalkaska. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 16, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Dee Wesley Barshney was born in Prattville on Oct. 28, 1917, and died on Monday, Feb. 14, 2005, after a year-long battle against cancer. Dee was raised in Pittsford and graduated from Jonesville High School in 1935. He received his bachelor's of science degree from Adrian College in 1939, and completed his master's degree in science from Michigan State University in the early 1950s. In both high school and college, Dee was active in three team sports, baseball, football and basketball. He started out his teaching and coaching career at Green County Consolidated High School in Marmaduke, Ark., where he met his future wife, Vadene. They married in 1940. After returning to Michigan, Dee began a long and illustrious coaching career in the Hudson school system. Besides coaching championship basketball and football teams at the junior high level, he taught science classes and served as principal at the same school for many years. He then moved on to Onsted, where he served as principal of that high school for 13 years. Dee finished his teaching career at the Pittsford school system after 10 years at the elementary level. Besides his long teaching career, Dee was an active member of several community organizations. In the early years, he served on the Board of Trustees at Adrian College. He also was president of the Alumni Association. He served on the Vocational Board in Hillsdale County. Dee was appointed to the governing board of Addison Community Hospital and served that board as president for 15 years. He was an active member of Kiwanis for 30 years. Besides working full time in a teaching career, Dee enjoyed farming as a full time hobby for half a century. He was a participating member of Farm Bureau during that time. Although Dee and his wife Vadene relocated to Traverse City, he remained a member of the Wheatland Congregational Church in Pittsford, where he served on the building committee and taught Sunday school. While living in northern Michigan, Dee and Vadene attended the First Baptist Church in Traverse City. In his spare time Dee enjoyed fishing. He loved his collection of vintage tractors and vehicles that he kept on his farm in Hudson. Dee spent many hours lovingly restoring his machinery and keeping the engines finely tuned. He is survived by nieces, nephews, and a cousin, Richard Barshney, now residing in Texas. His daughter, Deena, and wife, Vadene, reside in Traverse City, where Dee and Vadene lived for the past 17 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. Ray and Daisy (Gaskill) Barshney, long-time residents of Hillsdale County in southern Michigan. Dee's brother, Doran Albert Barshney of Atlanta and his sister, Glee (Barshney) Bradish of Adrian, both preceded him in death also. The funeral service will be held at the First Baptist Church on Washington Street in Traverse City on Saturday, Feb. 19, 2005, at noon, with the Rev. Thomas Mansfield and the Rev. Clyde Wonders co-officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to either the First Baptist Church in Traverse City or the Wheatland Congregational Church in Pittsford. Arrangements are by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home in Traverse City. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz P.63 #1186 March 11, 1887 Northport, Leelanau County, Michigan BARTH, EMELIA 25 years old, married female, born in Michigan, died from Inflammation of stomach, parents: Ludwig Serlig & Emelie Serlig born in Germany. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz P.63 #1185 April 5, 1887 Leelanau County, Michigan BARTH, FREDRICKA 58 years 5 months of age, born in Germany, housewife, died from inflammation of bowels, parents Fred & Louisa Lexow born in Germany. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz P.93 #1724 September 2, 1894 Leelanau, Leelanau County, Michigan BARTH, GRACIE E. 14 years 2 months 21 days of age, born in Michigan, farmer’s daughter, died from abscess of the head, parents: Gustave & Mauwa N. Barth of Northport, Leelanau County, Michigan. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz P.89 #1654 September 25, 1893 Leelanau, Leelanau County, Michigan BARTH, HENRY 8 months 18 days of age, born in Michigan, died from Inflammation of the Bowels, parents: Paul R. & Stena Barth of Omena, Leelanau County, Michigan. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz P.93 #1731 November 12, 1894 Leelanau, Leelanau County, Michigan BARTH, JOHN W. 11 months 10 days of age, born in Michigan, died from Tubercular Meningitis, parents: Paul R. & Christina Barth of Omena, Leelanau County, Michigan. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz P.111 #12 April 29, 1898 Leelanau, Leelanau County, Michigan BARTH, JOHN GEORGE 78 years 2 months 6 days of age, widower, born in Prussia, farmer, died from Senile, old age, parents: John Barth and unknown, born in Prussia. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 1, 2005 Lucille Edwards Basham Died October 25, 2004 TRAVERSE CITY - Former Traverse City resident and longtime Alaska resident, Lucille Edwards Basham died Oct. 25, 2004, at Mary Conrad Center in Anchorage. Ms. Basham was born on July 27, 1918, in Traverse City, to Charles H. and Louise C. (Gildarski) Edwards. She is survived by her grandchildren, Janet Jeffs, Jean Sheridan, John Sheridan Jr.; and numerous nieces and nephews. At her request, no memorial service will be held. Ms. Basham's ashes have been sent to her family in Michigan. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 4, 2005 DANNY GLENN BASKE, 25, of Manistee and formerly of Redford Township, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 30, 2004. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 5, at Oak Grove Cremation Center with Shane Kahkola officiating. Military graveside services will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation today, Jan. 4, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. The family has entrusted funeral arrangements to Oak Grove Cremation Center. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 15, 2005 VELMA L. BATTERBEE, 91, of Central Lake, died Friday, Feb. 11, 2005, at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility in Bellaire. Graveside services will be held in the spring. Arrangements are being handled by the Central Lake Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 7, 2005 ARCHIBALD WALTER BEARE, 64, of Empire died Sunday, Feb. 6, 2005, at Munson Hospice House in Traverse City. Cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time. The Bennett-Barz Funeral Home in Beulah is in charge of arrangements. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle March 6, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Florence E. Behrens, 84, of Traverse City, died Monday morning, Feb. 28, 2005, at Grand Traverse Pavilions. Florence was born Aug. 25, 1920, in Commerce, Mich., the daughter of the late Emerson G. and Katy L. (Turner) Barrett. She is survived by her loving and caring family, son, Mark A. Behrens; daughter, Roxanne F. Perri and her fiancé, Stephen Marquardt, both of Kingsley; three grandchildren, Shelly H. Willingham, Shane A. Behrens and Felita D. Behrens; and her niece, Trisha Bias. Cremation has taken place. Family service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society or to Grand Traverse Pavilions. Arrangements were made with the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home of Traverse City. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz June 4, 2005 Obituaries HOOVER P. BELT, 79, of Williamsburg, died Thursday, June 2, 2005, at his home. Private family services will be held in Battle Creek at a later date. The family is being served by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 24, 2005 KINGSLEY - Nancy Bennett-Haycraft, 53, of Kingsley, died Sunday, Feb. 20, 2005, at Munson Medical Center. Nancy was a unique woman who exemplified amazing qualities. She was always full of energy, always doing, doing, doing. She gave to others in a loving and kind way regardless of the circumstances. Nancy was never met without a happy smile and a hug. Those closest to her will never forget her silly and fun, childlike way. Nancy was a woman with a faithful Christian spirit. She will be greatly missed. Nancy, beloved mother, wife and friend, is survived by her husband, Earl Haycraft; son, Stacey (Rebecca) Stanislaw; daughter, Sara Nicole Bennett, and her father, Larry Bennett; and best friend, Barbara Martinsen. Memorial services will be held Thursday, Feb. 24, 2005, at 4:30 p.m., from the Kingsley Baptist Church, with the Rev. Char Minger officiating. Memorials may be made to the Educational fund for her daughter, Sara Bennett. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Covell-Smith Funeral Home in Kingsley. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 8, 2005 STEVEN JOSEPH BERAK, 86, of Traverse City died Friday, Jan. 7, 2005, at Munson Hospice House. Arrangements are pending and a full obituary will be in Sunday's edition of the Record-Eagle. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Covell Funeral Home of Traverse City. Traverse City Record-Eagle January 9, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Steven Joseph Berak, 86, of Traverse City, formerly of Madison Heights, died Friday, Jan. 7, 2005, at Munson Hospice House. Born Dec. 7, 1918, in Czecho-Slovakia, Steve was the son of Joseph and Susanna (Novak) Berak. On Aug. 24, 1940, at Saint Stanislaus Catholic Church in Detroit, he married Stella Strus. He worked at General Motors Fisher Body Plant 21 for 33 years. Steve surrounded himself with his family and taught them how to love. He blessed everyone with his time and vibrant spirit, and as a family we loved and honored him. A resident of Traverse City since 1975, Steve was an active member of Saint Francis Catholic Church, where he had previously served as an usher. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus. Steve loved music, played the accordion and had his own band. Throughout his life, Steve enjoyed spending time in the out-of-doors mushrooming, hunting, and fishing and ice fishing at home in his back yard on the Boardman Pond or at the family cottage in Metz. He especially loved gardening vegetables and looking after his fruit trees. Steve spent much time with his wife canning their harvest of fruits, fish, vegetables and homemade sauerkraut. He is survived by his loving wife, Stella; three daughters, Virginia Kuhr of Traverse City, Lorraine (Vern Oxender) Berak of Traverse City and Patty Berak of Center Line; four grandchildren, Suzanne Kuhr of Kalamazoo, Pamela (Ronald) Haag of Clarkston, Brian (Kim) Kuhr of Traverse City and Kristy (Eric) Daigh of Elk Rapids; five great-grandchildren, Michael, Isabel, Nicholes, Kelly and Harper; sister, Ann Skoda of Long Island, N.Y. and Dominican Sister Virginia Berak Mother House Oxford, Michigan. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Joseph. Visitation will be Monday, Jan. 10, 2005, from 3 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., with a rosary to be prayed at 7 p.m., at the Covell Funeral Home of Traverse City. During the evening visitation Steve will be surrounded by his fellow Knights. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2005, at 11 a.m., at Saint Francis Catholic Church, where visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Interment will be in Resurrection Cemetery in Clinton Township, with burial to take place Wednesday, Jan. 12. For those wishing to give memorials, please remember the Berak family or Mass Intentions. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Traverse City Chapel of Covell Funeral Homes. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 9, 2005 EDWARD R. BERGSTROM, 78, of Kaleva, died Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2005, at West Shore Medical Center in Manistee. Visitation will be held Thursday, Feb. 10, 2005, from 6 to 9 p.m., at the Terwilliger Funeral Home in Kaleva. Funeral services will be conducted Friday, Feb. 11, 2005, at 11 a.m., at Bethany Lutheran Church in Kaleva. The Terwilliger Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 3, 2005 Gretel D. (Slack) Bernardini Died December 20, 2004 TRAVERSE CITY - Gretel D. (Slack) Bernardini, 88, died at the Arbor House in Traverse City Monday, Dec. 20, 2004. She was born April 17, 1916, the daughter of LeRoy and Allie Slack of Mesick. Gretel graduated from Mesick High School in 1933 and attended County Normal in Cadillac. She devoted her life to education and began her teaching career at the one-room Copley School in the northern part of Wexford Township. She later attended Western State Teachers College of Kalamazoo, where Gretel specialized in reading problems in children. Upon receiving her bachelor's degree in education, she taught at the Frankfort County Normal as critic teacher for several years. During summer vacations, Gretel attended the University of Michigan and received her master's degree. She worked with several schools in Michigan, setting up special programs for special students. She was also an associate professor at Central State University and Western State University of Gunnison, Colo. Gretel became well-known as a reading consultant and in 1961 she was asked by the United States Department of Education to help set up a curriculum for schools in Afghanistan. She did this, and subsequently provided the same needed service to Brazil. Gretel retired after 35 years of working in the various schools. The last five years were devoted to being a reading consultant for the Traverse City public school system. She is survived by her brother, Jerome (Margery) Slack of Traverse City; a step-daughter, Catherine Hoffman of North Carolina; two grand-nieces, Lesley Slack of Traverse City and Sundee McConnell of St. Louis, Mich.; and four grand-nephews, Jeffrey (Amy) Slack of Traverse City, Tom Slack of Florida, Patrick Slack of North Carolina and Christopher Slack of Cadillac; as well as several great-grand-nieces and nephews, and many friends. Gretel was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, John; and her son, Peter. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 6, 2005, at the First Congregational Church of Traverse City, with Dr. Gary Hogue officiating. Memorial contributions may be left to the Scholarship Department of the First Congregational Church of Traverse City. The family is being served by Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home, Traverse City. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 17, 2005 Franklin R. Berry Died January 15, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Franklin R. Berry, 70, of Traverse City and formerly of Manistee, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 15, 2005, at Tendercare of Traverse City. He was born on Jan. 3, 1935, in Traverse City, the son of the late Willard J. and Ethel M. (Tompkins) Berry. He attended Elk Rapids High School. Frank worked for 24 years as a dock supervisor for the Sara Lee Corporation before retiring in 1993. His favorite pastime was collecting antiques. Frank is survived by his daughter, Franceine (Sims) Boggs of Mt. Morris; three grandchildren, Brooks, Danny and Kaitlin; a brother, Ken (Kay) Berry of Kingsley; and a sister, Mary Lou Belanger of Traverse City. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Willard Berry Jr. and David Berry; and two sisters, Edith Cooper and Eleanor Clous. Pursuant to Frank's wishes, cremation has taken place at Oak Grove Cemetery in Manistee and there will be no services at this time. The family has entrusted funeral arrangements to Oak Grove Cremation Center. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 28, 2005 JAMES J. "JAY" BILLINGS, 64, of Copemish, died Saturday, Jan. 22, 2005. A complete obituary will be in Sunday's edition of the Record-Eagle. The Benzonia Chapel of McElduff Funeral Home and Cremation Service is handling arrangements. Traverse City Record-Eagle January 30, 2005 COPEMISH - James J. "Jay" Billings, 64, went to be with our Lord on Saturday, Jan. 22, 2005, at St. James Hospital in Olympia Fields, Ill. He was born March 31, 1940, in Boston, the son of the late Sumner and Sally (Bruce) Billings. Jay was a veteran of the Vietnam War, serving in the United States Navy. A member of the Benzie Masonic Lodge No. 444, F&AM for 10 years, he owned the Crystal Café in Benzonia and was co-owner J&R Investments. Jay leaves behind his beloved wife, CeCe (Fejedelem); brother, Bruce (Sabrina) of El Cajon, Calif.; sister, Susan Pappas of Woburn, Mass; special nieces and nephews, Lisa and Kevin Klein of Beaverton, and Jason and Stephania Fejedelem of Montrose; friend and companion, BJ; and many brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. He also leaves his precious friends, Richard and Kathy McCarty of Benzonia, Kathy and Mike Dull of Traverse City, Charlie Shields of St. Louis, Gary Sealander of Copemish, and Matthew and Penney Fejedelem of Montrose, and all the other special friends who have touched his heart. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Jay's life and a Masonic memorial service will be held on Saturday, Feb. 12, 2005, at 11 a.m., at the Benzonia Chapel of McElduff Funeral Home, with the Benzie Masonic Lodge conducting the service. The Benzonia Chapel of McElduff Funeral Home and Cremation Service is handling the arrangements. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Frederick Wayne Bishop Sr. Died June 1, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Frederick Wayne Bishop Sr., 89, of Traverse City, died Wednesday, June 1, 2005, at the Highlander. From 1935 through 1937 Fred was employed by the National Bank of Hastings. From 1937 through 1980 he was employed by the Michigan Mutual Auto Insurance Company of Traverse City; he was secretary of the corporation from 1949 until 1963, when he became president. He retired from the company in 1980. He was a longtime member of Central United Methodist Church, was president of the Traverse City Exchange Club and was a member of the State Association Governing Board until he was called into military service. He was secretary/treasurer of the Traverse City Golf and Country Club for seven years, served as president for one year, and served on the Board of Directors for nine years. Mr. Bishop served on several committees for the Traverse City Chamber of Commerce. He also served on several committees for Insurance Industry Trade groups, such as Conference of Mutual Casualty Insurance Companies, National Association of Independent Insurers and the Michigan Insurance Information Association. He also served one year each as vice president and president of the Michigan Association of Insurance Companies. Fred was president of the local Salvation Army Board, for two years served as treasurer of the local chapter of the American Red Cross and was a life member of the Elks Club. In April of 1943 he was inducted into the United States Army and was assigned to the 26th Port Company, training in Indiantown Gap, Pa., and Boston, Mass. His unit went overseas in late 1943 and worked several ports in Southern England, moving on to Antwerp Belgium in 1944. He left his unit in 1945 to attend Officers Training School in Fountainbleau, France, and was appointed 2nd lieutenant assigned to the first battalion of the 18th Infantry Regiment of the 1st Division. His battalion was assigned the Internal Security for the Nuremberg War Crimes Trials. Frederick returned to the states in 1946. He was an avid outdoorsman and sportsman, enjoying golf, basketball, volleyball, football, baseball, hunting and fishing. Born January 20, 1916, in Hastings, he was the son of Herbert and Lena (Geiger) Bishop. On June 5, 1938, in Hastings, he married LaVera B. Otis, who survives. Also surviving are their children, Frederick W. (Lois) Bishop Jr. and Luana (Dale) Dueweke, all of Traverse City; sister, Hilda Zerbel of Hastings; grandchildren, Scott (Lisa) Bishop, Jeanne (Steve) Johnson, Jennifer Bishop, Jill Bishop, Gretchen Dueweke, Erica Bishop, Megan (Rusty) Hayward and Joanna Dueweke; five great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by brothers, Orlie, Lewis, Frederick and Richard; and sisters, Helen, Elvah, Louise and Margaret. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, June 8, 2005, at 11 a.m., at the Central United Methodist Church, with the Rev. John Ellinger officiating. Memorials may be directed to either Central United Methodist Church or to Child and Family Services. Arrangements are being handled by Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 17, 2005 PATRICIA D. BLADZIK, 64, died unexpectedly at her apartment in Manistee Friday, Jan. 14, 2005. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 20, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Manistee. Visitation will take place one hour prior to the services at the church. Burial will follow funeral services in Mt. Carmel Cemetery, Manistee. Herbert Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 2, 2005 NEOMA JOAN BLAHA, 73, of Traverse City, died Friday, Dec. 31, 2004, at her home in Peninsula Township. Cremation will take place at Oak Grove Cemetery in Manistee. The Edwards Oak Grove Home of Bear Lake is serving the family. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz P.18 #3341 November 19, 1874 Empire, Leelanau County, Michigan BLAND, JAMES SMITH 24 years of age, born in Canada, laborer, died from Consumption, parents: Mathew Bland born in N. Hampton, England & Mary Jane Bland born in Lineon, Canada. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz P.2 #31 April 22, 1868 Manistee, Manistee County, Michigan BLAND, THOMAS 23 years 22 days of age, single, born in Canada, Engineer, died in Manistee, killed by explosion of Steam Saw Mill, parents: Matthew Bland & Mary Jane Bland of Empire, Leelanau County, Michigan. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 14, 2005 RUSSELL L. BLISSETT, 74, died Saturday, Feb. 12, 2005, at his South Boardman home. Visitation will take place Tuesday, Feb. 15, from 3 to 8 p.m. at Wolfe Funeral Home in Kalkaska. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 16, at the funeral home. Burial will be in Boardman Twp. Cemetery when weather permits. Traverse City Record-Eagle February 15, 2005 Russell Lloyd Blissett Died February 12, 2005 SOUTH BOARDMAN - Russell Lloyd Blissett, 74, passed quietly into the presence of his Savior on Feb. 12, 2005, at his home in South Boardman. He was born on Nov. 10, 1930, in Wilson Township to William L. and Pearl (Gardner) Blissett, who preceded him in death. On Sept. 22, 1956, he married Bonnie Kay Stuck, who survives him. A veteran of the U.S. Army, he served in the Korean Conflict and was awarded a commendation by the South Korean government. Russ worked in the Kalkaska area throughout his adult life, retiring from Homco in 1993. In retirement he enjoyed restoring John Deere tractors, using his skills as a machinist to make many of the parts. He was a member of the New Hope Community Church in Acme. In addition to Bonnie, his loving wife of 48 years, he is survived by two sons, Russell Brad (Barbara) of Romeoville, Ill., and Douglas Lee (Ruth) of Petal, Miss.; four grandsons, Benjamin Scott of Traverse City, Ryan Douglas (Breanne) of Brookline, Mass., Michael Joshua of Evanston, Ill., and Matthew Russell of Romeoville, Ill.; a granddaughter, Jennifer Leigh of Kalkaska; great-grandchildren, Cayden Isaac and Chiara Briele of Brookline, Mass.; brothers, Louis of Tucson, Ariz., and Paul of Tyler, Texas; mother-in-law, Eula Gilbert of South Boardman; numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Lovell, and sisters, Edith Roland and Marion Stafford. Visitation will take place today, Feb. 15, from 3 until 8 p.m. at Wolfe Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, with Pastor David Standfast of New Hope Community Church officiating. Interment will be in Boardman Township Cemetery in the spring when weather permits. Memorials may be given on behalf of Russ to the New Hope Community Church Building Fund, 5100 Bethesda Ct., Williamsburg, MI 49690. Arrangements were made by Wolfe Funeral Home. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 9, 2005 EDWIN BLOUGH, 67, of Maple City, died Sunday, Feb. 6, 2005, at Munson Medical Center. Memorial services will take place Saturday, Feb. 12, 2005, at 2 p.m., at Empire Baptist Church, with the Rev. Richard Blaser officiating. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 16, 2005 VENICE, Fla. - Eugene S. Boch, 75, of Venice, Fla., formerly of Traverse City, died Friday, Feb. 11, 2005. He was born Nov. 24, 1929, in Staten Island, N.Y. Eugene was a graduate of the University of Michigan. He served in the United States Air Force as a career Pilot, retiring as a lieutenant colonel. He is survived by his wife, Ruth Herman Boch; daughter, Lisa of California; stepsons, Robert and Steven Lamie, both of Traverse City; sister, Irvina Helfgott of Long Island, N.Y.; brother, Oliver "Al" Boch of Venice, Fla.; and four nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be considered to the National Kidney Foundation, 1040 Woodcock Road, Orlando, FL 32803. The Venice Chapter of the National Cremation Society is in charge of cremation. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 24, 2005 BELLAIRE - Dr. Robert E. Bogue, 91, of Bellaire, died Monday night, Feb. 21, 2005, at home. Born Jan. 15, 1914, in Amherst, Mass., he was the son of Robert H. and Bernice (Newhall) Bogue. On Aug. 6, 1937, in Bellaire, he married the former Charlotte Johnston, who died in 1995. Dr. Bogue was a graduate of the University of Michigan Medical School. He practiced at Grace Hospital in Detroit before entering private practice as an OB/GYN physician in Detroit. He moved to Bellaire upon his retirement in 1979. Dr. Bogue was a member of the American Medical Association, American College of OB/GYN's, Central Association of OB/GYN's, Michigan State Medical Society and the Wayne County Medical Society. He was a former member of Westminister Presbyterian Church in Detroit. He is survived by son, Robert D. (Jani) Bogue of Bartlesville, Okla.; daughter, Katherine Smith of Alma; three grandchildren, Robert Jeremy, Shannon (Jon) Murton and Katherine (Michael) Millar; three great-granddaughters, Michaela, Katie and Marysol; one great-grandson, Keenan; and many nieces and nephews. Preceding Dr. Bogue in death, along with his wife, were his parents; son-in-law, Jerry Smith in 1972; and his sister, Verne Gile in 2000. Per Dr. Bogue's wishes, cremation has taken place and a graveside service will be held in the spring at Lakeview Cemetery in Bellaire. Memorial contributions may be directed to Grass River Natural Area, PO Box 231, Bellaire, MI 49615. Arrangements are by the Bellaire Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 28, 2005 INTERLOCHEN - Ross E. Bolam, 92, a 35 year resident of Interlochen, formerly of Grosse Pointe, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2005. He was the beloved husband of Alma, father of Larry (Linda) and Bob (Marcia), and grandfather of Rob, Mike and Abby. He is survived by sisters Evelyn Pokorny and Florence Baltzer. Visitation will be today, Jan. 28, 2005, from 3 to 9 p.m., at the Henry M. Malburg Funeral Home, 11280 32 Mile Road, Romeo, MI. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Jan. 29, at 11 a.m., also at the funeral home. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 30, 2005 AUDREY W. BOLAN, 90, of Frankfort, died Thursday, Jan. 27, 2005, at Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital Long Term Care. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2005, at 11 a.m., at the Benzonia Chapel of McElduff Funeral Home, with visitation one hour prior to the service. Pastor James Petteys will officiate. Cremation will take place following the service. The Benzonia Chapel of McElduff Funeral Home and Cremation Service is handling the arrangements. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 27, 2005 VIRGINIA E. BOOHER died Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2005, at French Manor. Visitation will take place Sunday, Jan. 30, 2005, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. Her celebration of Mass will take place Monday, Jan. 31, at 10 a.m., at Christ the King Catholic Church. A complete obituary will follow in Saturday's edition of the Record-Eagle. Traverse City Record-Eagle January 29, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Virginia E. Booher, 85, of Traverse City, died Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2005, at French Manor. Virginia was born May 14, 1919, to Jesse and Pearl (Marsh) Reedy in Portland, Ind., where she was raised on a farm. Virginia met Karl Booher in Indiana, and they married in Greenville, Ohio. They settled in Albany, Ind., where she raised her family. After retirement in 1989, Karl and Virginia moved to northern Michigan, and stayed in the Suttons Bay and Traverse City communities. Over the years, Virginia had been a member of the Elks Club and was active with the Hospital Auxiliary. She loved working with arts and crafts and being involved with the area art shows. Virginia also enjoyed interior decorating. In her younger years she loved playing golf. Virginia is survived by two sons, Karl W. "Bill" Booher Jr. of Albany Ind., and Tim Booher of Staples, Minn.; and one daughter, Lynne (Chris) Buday of Williamsburg. She leaves six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Karl in 1995. Visitation will be Sunday, Jan. 30, 2005, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. A Mass celebration will be Monday, Jan. 31, 2005, at 10 a.m., at Christ the King Catholic Church in Acme. Father Gerald Michetti will be officiating. Memorials may be directed to the Father Fred Foundation. Arrangements are being handled by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 15, 2005 Irene E. Booth Died February 9, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Irene E. Booth, 90, of Traverse City, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2005, at Tendercare of Traverse City. She was born Dec. 19, 1914, to Frederick W. and Anna (Bork) Wittkop in Dundee. Irene married John Herman Booth Jr. on June 19, 1937, in Detroit. Irene was a previous resident of Royal Oak. She and John had lived in the Traverse City area for the past 10 years. Irene is survived by two daughters, Elaine (Ron) Carron and Patricia (Richard) Rossman; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. A private burial will take place at Glen Eden Cemetery in the spring. Memorial contributions may be directed to The Leelanau Conservancy. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Traverse City Chapel of Covell Funeral Homes. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 18, 2005 Bryan Orrie Boring Died January 13, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Bryan Boring, beloved family man and friend, died peacefully at his Florida home on Thursday, Jan. 13, 2005, at the age of 72. Bryan was born and raised in East Jordan, and lived for many years in the Traverse City area. He loved sports and was a gifted all-around athlete. He played football at East Jordan High School on the first team coached by Dan Devine, and is remembered in Dan's autobiography. He was also a fine scholar and graduated from high school as co-valedictorian in 1951. Bryan attended Alma College for three years. In December 1954 he married his wife of 50 years, Janet Paquette of Boyne City. Less than a year later he was called to serve his country in the U.S. Army. In 1958, Bryan earned a B.A. from Michigan State University in mathematics. His other academic accomplishments include an M.A. in educational administration from Eastern Michigan University, and an M.A. in mathematics from Bowling Green State University. Bryan taught mathematics at Plymouth High School for seven years before moving to Portage and beginning a career at IBM as an Advisory Systems Engineer. He transferred to Traverse City in 1970 and continued his work with IBM until his retirement in 1987. He and Janet owned a cottage on Torch Lake where he spent many happy days with family and friends. In recent years the family gathering place was a winter home in Lakeland, Fla. Bryan enjoyed walking, reading, and researching family history. His family was a source of great joy to him and he leaves behind his wife, Janet, and three children, Coleen (Paul) Corey, David (Rebecca) Boring and Mark (Stephanie) Boring. He had a close relationship with, and was very proud of his five grandchildren, Nick Corey, Brandy and Brianna Boring, and Christopher and Kaitlyn Boring. He is also survived by his sister, Mary (Jack) Neumann; brother-in-law, Roger Harchis; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. We will all miss him dearly. Bryan was preceded in death by a brother, David; his parents, Orrie and Rosetta; and his sister, Barbara. Honoring Bryan's wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of his life will take place on Saturday, Jan. 22, from 12:30 until 4 p.m. at the East Jordan VFW Hall. Assistance to the family was provided by the Lanier Funeral Home in Lakeland, Fla., and the Penzien Funeral Home in East Jordan. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Leatha Larsen Scholarship Fund for East Jordan graduating seniors, via the Charlevoix County Community Foundation at P.O. Box 718, East Jordan, MI 49727. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz LITTLE TRAVERSE LAKE - Margaret Anna Borsch, 88, of Little Traverse Lake, died at home Aug. 17, 2003. Born Sept. 10, 1914, in Leland, she was the daughter of William and Matilda (Steffens) Buckler. On May 8, 1947, in Leland, she married Arthur John Borsch, who preceded her in death on Dec. 24, 1978. Margaret and Arthur were the owners and operators of Sandy Knoll Resort on Little Traverse Lake. She was also a dental technician. An avid golfer, she loved the game and was a member of the Sleeping Bear Golf League. Margaret was baptized and confirmed at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Leland, and was an active member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Good Harbor for many years. Margaret is survived by four nephews, William (Elizabeth) Baxter of Bristol, Ind., LaVerne (Jill) Baxter of Maple City, William (Jan) Davis of Maple City and Terry Buckler of Leland; sister-in-law, Eva Buckler of Leland; and many great-nieces and great-nephews. She was also preceded in death by three brothers, Walter, Roy and George Buckler; and two sisters, Irene Baxter and Lucille Buckler. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 13, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Good Harbor. The Rev. Robert W. Wurst Jr. and the Rev. Ted Staudacher will be officiating. Burial will be in Cleveland Township Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Munson Hospice, or a charity of one's choice. Arrangements by Martinson Funeral Home, Suttons Bay. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 24, 2005 JOHN I. BORST, 84, of Alba, died Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2005, at Northern Michigan Hospital in Petoskey. Visitation will take place on Friday, Feb. 25, 2005, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., at the Mancelona Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Feb. 26, 2005, at 2 p.m., also at the funeral home. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 7, 2005 PONTIAC, Ill. - Corinna Allen Bourne, 95, of Evenglow Lodge, Pontiac, formerly of Largo, Fla., died at 10:25 p.m. Monday, Jan. 3, 2005, at the Pontiac Hospital. Born June 24, 1909, in Toledo, Ohio, she was a daughter of the Rev. Dr. Ernest Bourner and Mary (Bryant) Allen. She married the Rev. Donald S. Bourne on Aug. 4, 1937, in the Chicago Theological Seminary Chapel. The Bournes served churches in Michigan, Iowa and Illinois. She was active in PEO, Easter Seals, hospital auxiliaries and church activities in each of the communities they served. After her husband's retirement in 1978, the couple moved to Florida, where they were active in their retirement community. They came to Pontiac 15 years later. Surviving are her husband of Pontiac, Ill.; a son, Jon A. (Joan) Bourne of Pontiac, Ill.; a daughter, Linda (Mrs. James) Howard of Traverse City; five grandchildren, including Beth, Kate and Meg Howard of Traverse City; three great-grandchildren; a sister, Dorothy "Dot" Schauffler of Horseheads, N.Y.; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two sisters and two brothers. A memorial service will take place this summer on the shores of Crystal Lake in Beulah, near the site of the family's fifth-generation cottage in the woods, where her ashes will be scattered. A nephew, Ralph Hillman, will officiate. Memorials in her name may be directed to Evenglow Lodge, 215 E. Washington St., Pontiac IL 61764. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 28, 2005 JOSEPHINE BOYD, 74, of Traverse City, passed away peacefully at her home, Thursday, Jan. 27, 2005. She is survived by her husband, Vern; and her sons, Ward and Wade, and their families. At her request, no services are planned. Arrangements are by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 28, 2005 IDA LOUISE BOWEN, 67, of Rapid City, formerly of Traverse City, died Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2005, in Salam, Ark. Visitation will take place Tuesday evening, March 1, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Wolfe Funeral Home in Kalkaska. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 2, at the funeral home. Burial will be in Circle Hill Cemetery, Williamsburg. Wolfe Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 23, 2005 MARQUETTE - Benjamin "Fred" Bowers, 84, passed away Wednesday Dec. 29, 2004, at the Jacobetti Veterans Home in Marquette. He was involved in a car accident last January. He was born Jan 21, 1920, in Paris, Mich., to parents, Jesse and Alice (Van Arman) Bowers. He attended school in Northville. After serving three years in the Army during World War II, Ben married Helen M. Keelan in 1949, in Cadillac. They settled in Traverse City in the early 1960s, and Ben worked for Cone Drive until his retirement in 1982. Later, he worked for Alken Ziegler in Kalkaska. He was a member of the Bayview Wesleyan Church. In 1995, Ben moved to the Crystal Falls/Iron River area in the Upper Peninsula to be closer to his nieces and nephews in Sidnaw. He was preceded in death by his wife of 40 years and a brother, Jesse Bowers. The Fassbender Funeral Home in Marquette is handling cremation, www.fassbenderfuneralhome.com. A service will be held in Traverse City in the spring. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle March 3, 2005 DALE D. BRADSHAW, 79, of Manistee, died Wednesday, March 2, 2005. There are no services planned. Arrangements are by the Johnson Funeral Home in Manistee. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle March 12, 2005 Obituaries WILLIAM H. BRAUNBECK, 90, of Buckley, passed away Thursday, March 10, 2005, at his home. A memorial service will be held Sunday, March 13, 2005, at 10:30 a.m., at the Mesick Faith Lutheran Church, 302 N. Clark, Mesick, MI, with Pastor Kelly Todd officiating. Arrangements were entrusted to the Covell Funeral Homes of Traverse City. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 4, 2005 NORMAN D. BRITTEN died Saturday, Jan. 1, 2005, at his Traverse City residence. Visitation for family and friends will be held at Immaculate Conception Church Friday, Jan. 7, at 2 to 4 p.m. and will continue from 6 to 8 p.m. A rosary will be conducted at 7:30 that evening. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 8, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Burial will be in Grand Traverse Memorial Gardens. A complete obituary will appear in Thursday's edition of the Traverse City Record-Eagle. Arrangements are being handled by Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. Traverse City Record-Eagle January 6, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Norman D. Britten of Traverse City died on Saturday, Jan. 1, 2005, at his home. Born on Sept. 10, 1930, in Groom, Texas, he was the son of John M. and Louise Britten. He graduated from Groom High School and served four years in the military during the Korean War. He then earned his bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Detroit and Wayne State University in Detroit. On Aug. 17, 1957, at Duns Scotus College in Detroit, he married Jean Ellen Ward, who survives. For 25 years he worked for the Michigan Department of Education, in the field of vocational rehabilitation, helping the disabled find employment. Norman was active in the Civil Rights Movement and marched with the Rev. Martin Luther King in Selma, Ala. After retirement from state service he worked for Britten Inc., until recently. He wrote numerous letters to the Traverse City Record-Eagle, most having to do with his strong convictions relative to the Right to Life. Along with his wife, Jean, Norm is survived by four sons, Charles (Deb), John (Cordie), Paul (Darcy) and Thomas (Connie); two daughters, Therese (Bob) Rhein and Susan (Jim) McManus; 32 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Also surviving are two brothers, Art and Bill; and two sisters, DoraJean Homen and Sr. Mary Louise of Amarillo, Texas. He was preceded in death by a son, Stephen; six brothers; and two sisters. Visitation for family and friends will be held at Immaculate Conception Church on Friday, Jan. 7, 2005, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., with a rosary to be prayed at 7:30 p.m. A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, Jan. 8, 2005, at 11 a.m., at Immaculate Conception Church in Traverse City. Fr. James Hayden and Fr. Michael Janowski will concelebrate. Burial will follow in the Grand Traverse Memorial Gardens. In remembrance, memorials may be directed to the Right to Life, 1779 South Garfield Avenue, Traverse City, MI 49696 or Pregnancy Care Center, PO Box 5363, Traverse City, MI 49686. Arrangements are being handled by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 5, 2005 ALBERT WILBURN BUCKNER, 93, of Bear Lake, died Monday, Jan. 3, 2005, at Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital in Frankfort. Visitation will be Friday, Jan. 7, 2005, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., from the Edwards-Oak Grove Funeral Home in Bear Lake. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Jan. 8, 2005, at 11 a.m., also from the funeral home. The family has entrusted funeral arrangements to Edwards-Oak Grove Funeral Home of Bear Lake. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Joyce M. Budnik Died March 12, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Joyce McLay Budnik, 92, died Saturday, March 12, 2005, at the Grand Traverse Pavilions. Joyce was born in Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., July 2, 1912, one of five daughters born to Catherine Dorothea (Holmes) and John James McLay. She married Edward W. Budnik on Aug. 10, 1940, in Detroit. Joyce and Ed moved to Traverse City in 1948. A homemaker, Joyce was active in the life of the community, volunteering her time in various organizations including school functions, church and Munson Hospital. She was a member of First Congregational Church, The Order of the Eastern Star, the Traverse City Women's Club, the Elks Daisy Chain, and was a member of the Traverse City Golf and Country Club for over 50 years. Survivors include her children, Margie (Gary) Columbus of Traverse City and David (Sharon) Budnik of Atlanta, Ga.; her grandchildren, Michelle (Alan) Anderson of Alpharetta, Ga., Kelly (David) Jarrett of Park City, Utah, James (Jeanne) Cottom of Birmingham and Mark Cottom of Petoskey. Also surviving are her great-grandchildren, Erin and Ryan Anderson, Jack and Angela Jarrett; and three nephews. Joyce was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ed on Sept. 22, 1996; and four sisters. Visitation will take place at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 15, from 5 until 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 16, at the funeral home with The Rev. Dr. Gary Hogue officiating. Burial will be in the Garden of Remembrance at First Congregational Church. For those desiring to remember Joyce through a memorial contribution, the family asks that you consider First Congregational Church, the Grand Traverse Pavilions Foundation or the Northwestern Michigan College Foundation. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 11, 2005 ALMA E. "TOOTS" BUCHOLTZ, 74, of Williamsburg, died Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2005, at Hospice House. Visitation will take place today, Feb. 11, 2005, from 3 to 8 p.m., at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. Services will be Saturday, Feb. 12, at 4 p.m., also at the funeral home, with visitation one hour prior to services. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 24, 2005 MARILYN R. BUFFINGTON, 78, of Midland, died Sunday morning, Jan. 23, 2005, at the Traverse City home of her son and daughter-in-law, Garth and Pam Ward. Services will be held in Midland. For service information, please contact the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home of Traverse City, which is serving the family. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 5, 2005 ELLENTON, Fla. - Norma Elinor (Hooker) Burdick, of Ellenton, Fla., formerly of Traverse City, died Monday, Jan. 3, 2005, at the home of her grandson, Jacob T. Harmon of Fife Lake. Her daughters, Diann (Don) N. Jones, Sue E. Sands and Elaine (Terry) C. Harmon and grandson provided her with three months of loving home care. She was able to enjoy the antics of the birds and squirrels and was happy to be staying with her family. Norma was born in 1916 in Fenton to Melvin C. Hooker and Effie Maude (Fagan) Hooker. She married Orvin W. Burdick, who died in 1976. She is survived by 12 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. All were dearly loved. Many thanks go to Irene Winn of Munson Hospice, Beverly Lardie and Pam Monhead. Cremation has taken place and private family services will be arranged in the future. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle March 3, 2005 GARY LEE BURROWS, 56, of Virginia, formerly of Beulah, died Sunday, Feb. 27,2005, in Virginia. Arrangements are pending and a full obituary will appear at a later date. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz GLEN ARBOR - Leona B. Burry, 92, of Glen Arbor died Thursday at Tendercare of Traverse City, from complications of a stroke. Born Nov. 10, 1910, in Maple City, she was the daughter of Richard and Sophie (Dechow) Cluff. Leona was a 1928 graduate of Traverse City High School, attended Ferris College, and received her teaching certificate from County Normal. She then taught in the one-room schoolhouse in Bingham. On Oct. 22, 1937, in Grand Rapids, she married Clarence L. Burry, who preceded her in death on Aug. 17, 2001. Leona and Clarence owned and operated Burry's Dining Room in Cedar for 27 years. Following retirement from the restaurant, they moved to Glen Arbor. She had been a member of Glen Lake Community Reformed Church, the church Women's Guild and the Glen Lake Women's Club. Leona is survived by her son, Don (Peggy) Burry of Royal Oak; two daughters, Marcia (Fred) Gauthier of Glen Arbor, and Lori (Ron) Novak of Traverse City; six grandchildren, Renee (Rick) VanDaal of Oakland, Julie (Rob) Mueller of Troy, Kevin Gauthier of Oscoda, Norman (Peggy) Gauthier of Cedar, Kyle Novak and Carlee Novak, both of Traverse City; four great-grandsons, Michael and Nicholas VanDaal and Drew and Will Gauthier; several nieces and nephews; and a sister-in-law, Sophie Watson. Leona was preceded in death by a sister, Marjorie Kucera; and two brothers, Leon and Richard Cluff. Friends may call at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home in Traverse City on Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held at Glen Lake Community Reformed Church on Monday at 11 a.m., with visitation one hour prior to the service. The Rev. Stephen Wing will officiate. Burial will be in Grand Traverse Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be directed to either the Glen Lake Community Reformed Church or the Glen Lake Women's Club. Obituaries LEONA B. BURRY, 92, of Glen Arbor, died Thursday, Sept. 4, at Tendercare of Traverse City. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, Sept. 8, at Glen Lake Community Reformed Church. Friends may call Sunday, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home, and at the church on Monday from 10 a.m. until time of services. A full obituary will appear in Saturday's Record-Eagle. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 11, 2005 PAUL ERNEST BUSSA of Grand Haven passed away January 9, 2005. He was born in Elk Rapids on Feb. 23, 1939. His wife, Carole (Fouch); daughter, Lynda Lewis (Steve); and sons, Paul (Laura) of Allendale and Edward (Ann) of Grand Rapids, survive him. He is also survived by four grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; mother, Leola Bussa of Elk Rapids; and his brother, Edward of Lansing. He was preceded in death by his father, Paul. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 4, 2005 LORETTA M. BUSSA, 81, of Manistee, died Monday, Jan. 31, 2005. Private graveside services were conducted at Mount Carmel Cemetery in Manistee. Arrangements were by the Johnson Funeral Home, P.C. in Manistee. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz |