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Traverse City Record-Eagle February 3, 2005 BETTY JANE NAVIN, 78, died Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2005, at Grand Traverse Pavilions. Arrangements are pending and a full obituary will be in a future edition of the Record-Eagle. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Covell Funeral Home of Traverse City. Traverse City Record-Eagle February 5, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Betty Jane Navin, 78, also fondly known by her family as "Ping," passed away Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2005, at the Grand Traverse Pavilions. She was born in Detroit on Nov. 9, 1926, to John Lawrence Navin and Edna May (Kilbourne) Navin. Betty attended both Michigan State University and Wayne State University, graduating with a master's degree in dietary food service. She served as head dietitian at Bons Secour Hospital in Grosse Pointe Park for over 30 years. Betty enjoyed raising boxer dogs, had a unique sense of humor, and was truly a humanitarian throughout her entire life. She was poised and professional as she pursued things that meant so much to her. She gave of herself in many endeavors, and had definite opinions on many issues. She touched her family and friends lives and made a difference. Betty is survived by a niece, Marley Ann Navin of Traverse City; nephews, John (Virginia) Navin of Williamsburg and Peter (Joy) Navin of Traverse City; great-nieces, Carrie Hanson and Courtney Navin; great-nephews, Joshua Navin and Nigel Navin; and her sister-in-law, Belle Navin, also of Traverse City. She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Edna Patricia Navin; and her brother, William John Navin. Betty's family wishes to thank the entire staff at the Grand Traverse Pavilions for their caring spirit and expertise during Betty's stay. Their devotion to their patients is most impressive and outstanding. The family requests that any donation in memory of Betty be made to the Elm Unit at the Grand Traverse Pavilions. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Traverse City Chapel of Covell Funeral Homes. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle March 3, 2005 MARY C. NEAL, 86, of Grayling, died Sunday, Feb. 27, 2005, in Grayling. No services are planned at this time. A family service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are being handled by Sorenson-Lockwood Funeral Home, Grayling. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 5, 2005 MESICK - Joseph Malachi Nefsey, six months, of Mesick, died Thursday, Feb. 3, 2005, at home after suffering from liver disease for five months. Born at home on July 31, 2004, he was the son of Jamie and Kathy (Toppen) Nefsey. Joseph was a happy baby who liked being with his family and enjoyed going outside. He would always hold his hands together as if he were praying. He was dearly loved by everyone that came in contact with him. Joseph is survived by his parents, Jamie and Kathy Nefsey of Mesick; brothers, Gabriel and Benjamin; sister, Jessie; grandparents, Donald and Phyllis Nefsey of Fife Lake and Norman Toppen of Mesick; and great-grandmother, Jennie Wright of Grandville. The family is very thankful for all the love, kindness and help given by Munson Hospice and Hospice of Michigan. A funeral service will be held Monday, Feb. 7, 2005, at 1 p m., at the Colfax Community Church located between Manton and Mesick on M-42. Pastor Ben Pike will officiate. Visitation will take place one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in the spring in the Ingersoll Cemetery in Fife Lake. Arrangements were made by the Hall Funeral Chapel in Manton. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz January 5, 2005 obit on January 13, 2005 in the Leelanau Enterprise NEMESKAL, VERA MARY (SHIMEK) Services were held earlier this week for lifelong Maple City resident Vera Mary “Veronica” (Shimek) Nemeskal who died Jan. 5 @ Munson Medical Center. She was 83. She was born Jan. 26, 1921 to Joseph Anthony and Agnes (Vajner) Shimek on the family centennial farm just outside of Maple City. On Feb. 23, 1952, at St. Rita’s Rectory in Maple City, she married Albion Anthony Nemeskal who preceded her in death on Feb. 17, 2003. She was a 1940 graduate of Maple City High School, subsequently earned a teaching certificate at Central Michigan University and taught school for a number of years. She also served as a volunteer with the American Cancer Society for 20 years. She is survived by er daughters, Mary Ann and Elizabeth Jane “Betty” of Maple City, a son Snthony Albion (Louise) Nemeskal of Traverse City, sisters Mary Frances (Mamie) Bean of Lake Ann, Millicent B. Gallup and Bernice V. Gallup of Traverse City, Michigan; brothers, Col. Frank J. Shimek and Miles James Shimek in infancy. Burial will be in Cleveland Township next to her husband in the spring. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society, the Leelanau Conservancy or Mass Intentions. Traverse City Record-Eagle January 6, 2005 VERA M. NEMESKAL of Maple City died Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2005, at Munson Medical Center. Arrangements are pending with the Martinson Funeral Home of Suttons Bay. Traverse City Record-Eagle January 7, 2005 MAPLE CITY - Vera Mary "Veronica" (Shimek) Nemeskal, 83, a lifelong resident of Maple City, passed away Wednesday morning, Jan. 5, 2005, at Munson Medical Center. Vera was born Jan. 26, 1921, the third of eight children born to Joseph Anthony and Agnes (Vajner) Shimek, on the family centennial farm just outside of Maple City. Vera loved to recall stories of her childhood and the life she shared then with her siblings. They have remained close all of their lives and spent countless times at family gatherings, picnics, Thanksgivings and Christmases. Her nieces and nephews were her early extended family and her fondness for them was always felt. Vera also cherished her days spent at Maple City. Grammar and high school -some of her happiest times were from that period of her life. Childhood friendships endured to this day, especially with Virgie, Lena and Marie. Vera graduated from Maple City High School in 1940, and spent several years working as a domestic servant, salad prep girl and housekeeper in Chicago, Glen Arbor and Traverse City. Then she attended County Normal in Frankfort and Central Michigan University to receive a teaching certificate. This profession gave Vera a great deal of satisfaction, purpose and wonderful memories that stayed with her, such as of the places she taught and stayed at, mainly of Old Mission Peninsula School, the Armstrong School, The Ramsey School and many years in Cedar. Vera's phenomenal memory for the past and for names and dates led her to frequently recall the students she had and their circumstances. They also would relay wonderful memories of her. On Feb. 23, 1952, Vera married Albion Anthony Nemeskal of Bohemian Settlement at St. Rita's Rectory in Maple City. They began sharing 51 years of marriage on the Shimek family farm with Vera's newly widowed father. Four years later, they purchased a home and they all moved to the village of Maple City, where they raised their three children. Vera volunteered in her children's classrooms and on their field trips. She was an officer in the PTA while they were in elementary school. Vera gave her children structure with her self-discipline, resolve and dependability. Her home was organized and her family enjoyed a safe haven. She also served as a volunteer with the American Cancer Society for 20 years, collecting donations door-to-door. Vera will be remembered for her chocolate fudge and popcorn balls at Christmas time and her ethnic Bohemian specialties, such as poppy seed and prune Kolaches and Listi, anytime of the year! Vera's grandchildren were a blessing to her and she continued to support and encourage them. She looked forward to Coty and Aaron's frequent visits and sleep-overs. Vera is survived by her daughters, Mary Ann and Elizabeth Jane "Betty" of Maple City; son, and daughter-in-law, Anthony Albion and Louise Nemeskal of Traverse City; grandsons, Christopher Allen and his wife, Allyson, of Wichita, Kan., and Coty Lee and Aaron Anthony of Maple City; her first great-grandchild, Logan Christine of Wichita, Kan.; stepgrandsons, Tim and Jeff Ojala of Traverse City and Ken of Cedar; siblings, Mary Frances (Mamie) Bean of Lake Ann, Millicent B. Gallup and Bernice V. Gallup of Traverse City, and Joseph A. Shimek of Maple City; those many special nieces and nephews, loyal neighbors and friends. Vera was preceded in death by her husband, Albion, on Feb. 17, 2003; her parents; sister, Josephine A. Sleder; brothers, Col. Frank J. Shimek and Miles James Shimek, in infancy. Vera, after raising her children in the Catholic faith, was a convert to Catholicism later in her life and a communicant at St. Rita-St. Joseph Catholic Church in Maple City. Visitation will be held on Sunday, Jan. 9, 2005, from 1 to 4:30 p.m., at the Martinson Funeral Home of Suttons Bay. A visitation will also be held at St. Rita's Church of Maple City on that same Sunday from 6 to 9 p.m., with a prayer service at 7:30 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Father William Lipscomb on Monday, Jan 10, 2005, at St. Rita's at 11 a.m., with a luncheon to follow at the Maple City-Cedar Lions Club. Vera will be buried in Cleveland Township next to her husband in the spring. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society, The Leelanau Conservancy or Mass Intentions. Mother, we will miss you every day, but you live on in our memories and hearts. "He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there shall be no more death or mourning, wailing or pain, (for) the old order has passed away. The one who sat on the throne said, 'Behold, I make all things new. I (am) the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end. To the thirsty I will give a gift from the spring of life-giving water. The victor will inherit these gifts, and I shall be her God and she will be my daughter.' " Rev. 22, 4-8. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 5, 2005 NORMAN DEAN NEVINGER JR., 68, of Old Mission, passed away Thursday, Feb. 3, 2005, in his shop at home. Services are being held in Peotone, Ill. Arrangements are by Fedde-Helfrich Chapel in Peotone, Ill. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle Terry M. Newcombe Died March 5, 2005 FLINT - Terry M. Newcombe, 53, of Grand Blanc, died Saturday, March 5, 2005, at University Hospital in Ann Arbor. Terry was born in Flint on Feb. 23, 1952, and was a resident of Flint all of his life. He married Jan Jarvie on Sept. 28, 1973. Terry was employed by Delphi for 28 years. He will be missed at many golf courses and was a familiar figure at golf tournaments around the state. The deer will not miss him in their woods, nor the fish in their ponds, and someone now has a chance at the poker table. Terry's friends and family will always remember his generosity, modesty and friendliness. He was a loving and protective husband and father to his wife, Jan, and their children, Jaime and T.J. Newcombe, a former resident of Traverse City and employee of Real Estate One. He also leaves a loving father of 40 years, Hurl "Stu" Rutherford of Traverse City; three sisters, Beverley (John) LaDuke of Burton, Sandra (Gary) Pownall of Traverse City and Merlenne (Sam) Passarella of Alpharetta, Ga.; two step-brothers, Richard and Randy Rutherford; and a step-sister, Diane Dowden of Owosso. In addition, he leaves his mother and father-in-law, Edith and Jack Jarvie of Flint; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Visitation will take place this evening, March 8, from 4 to 9 p.m. at Swartz Funeral Home in Flint, 1225 West Hill Rd. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 9, at the funeral home, with Pastor Bruce Garner officiating. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 13, 2005 MARIE NICHOLS, 86, of Custer Township, died Friday, Feb. 11, 2005, at her home. Visitation will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2005, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., at the Mancelona Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes, where a rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. A funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2005, at 11 a.m., at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Mancelona. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 1, 2005 Marian E. Norris 1920 - 2005 Marian E. Norris, our deeply beloved wife and mother has left us, peacefully ending her years-long staunch resistance to irreversible illness. Marian was born on Jan. 16, 1920, to Dr. and Mrs. George B. Denton in Evanston, Ill. In her school years she developed a lifelong interest in modern dance and poetry, at both of which she excelled. For a time between school years and marriage, she taught modern and ballroom dancing. She also had a knack for languages, and acted as research assistant to her father, translating Middle French into modern English, for Dr. Denton's authoritative "History of Dentistry." Marian met Jack (John G.) Norris in High School, and the two simply never let go. They were married on April 27, 1940. Their children, Tina and Becky, were also born in Evanston to a wise and loving mother. Through the family's many moves and activities - World War II service, further academics, marketing research - she was always a warmly supportive wife and pal. When Jack's work took him to Europe, she took firm charge of the family's U.S. affairs, selling the house, putting goods in storage, and preparing the children for the abrupt change from their accustomed American way of doing and thinking to the somewhat different ways of doing, speaking and thinking they would encounter in Belgian and French schools. During the six-year stint in Europe, she was frequently called on for social events, school activities, and unofficial diplomacy, roles in which she was modest but brilliant. In sporting adventures by car, foot or canoe, she was a joyous and stalwart companion. On the family's return to the States, and their occupation in the Christmas tree business, she filled in wherever needed - as picky accountant, gracious sales agent, generous cook - whatever needed doing. A quarter century ago, she took over management of a new home and resort in Michigan belonging to daughter Becky and has, since then, made many friends in this, her adopted neighborhood and home. She is survived by her sister, Scotty Collins; husband, Jack Norris; daughters, Tina (Larry) Fields and Dr. Rebecca May Norris; brother- and sister-in-law, Brad and Elizabeth Norris; family member Jeanne Newman; son-in-law, Don (Sandie) Kerste; grandchildren, Cheryl (Brad) Fields, Douglas Kerste, Matt Kerste, Dayna (Von Kriegsfield) Ford, Adriana (Charlie) Keith, Taryn (Wendell) Valbert, and Tracie (John) Lacher; great-grandchildren, Aaron Bennet, Taylor, Chenoa, Micaela and Angeni Fields, Amanda Kerste, Madeline and "little" Charlie Keith, Kassidy and Nicky Ford, Heather (Bill) Hamilton, Wesley (Kori) Valbert, Ryan (Mandy) Lacher; and many nieces and nephews, including Betsie, Todd (Mindy), Bob (Paula) Norris, and Craig, Shawn, Durk, and Trisha Collins. Her wish that her remains be used for medical education will be honored. The Wolfe Funeral Home is assisting the family. In accordance with her wishes, there will be no visitation. Those who want to salute her on her last voyage are encouraged to make donations to the Three Lakes Association, P.O. Box 689, Bellaire, MI 49615, for use by the Carol Gray Norris Science Educational Fund. The family and friends will hold a celebration of life in her honor in the spring on the 65th anniversary of the couple's marriage; trying to put into words how her deft and loving touches made her world a little better, for her having so graciously passed through it. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 19, 2005 WELCOME, Md. - Linda Ann Novak, 54, of Welcome, Maryland, formerly of Traverse City, died Feb. 15, 2005, as a result of inflammatory breast cancer. Born Jan. 8, 1951, in Washington DC, she was the daughter of Alfred "Roy" and Mary Madden. Following high school, Linda moved from Forestville, Md., to Traverse City, where she worked at Cone Drive. She met and married her husband of 23 years, Joe Novak, in Suttons Bay. In 1984, they moved to Waldorf, Md. She was a devoted daughter, a loving, caring mother, and a very cherished grandmother, a shining star to her brothers and sister, a doting aunt to all her nieces and nephews, niece to several aunts and uncles, and a loyal friend to many. Linda was a dedicated administrator in the grocery department of Giant Food for over twenty years. Her smile and big-hearted attitude toward life and all people will be missed. Survivors include her parents, Roy and Mary Madden of Brandywine, Md.; father-in-law, Joseph A. Novak Jr., and wife, Sylvia Novak of Almont; mother-in-law, Trill Novak of Lake Ann; husband, Joseph A. Novak III of Welcome, Md.; sons, Eric Schaub and daughter-in-law to be , Laura Thompson of Bowie, Md.; David Schaub and daughter-in-law to be, Jessica Clark of Dahlgren, Va.; daughters, Jamie Kalins and her husband, Justin of Lusby, Md.; Julie Hill and her husband, Chris of Indian Head Md.; grandchildren, Jared and Jeramy Kalins, Pierce and Paige Hill, and Cameron Schaub; and step-grandchildren to be , Jenny and Jonathan Clark; brothers, LeRoy Madden and wife, Patty of White Plains, Md., Roger Madden of Waldorf, Md.; sister, Donna Ronald and husband, Ray of Waldorf, Md.; 15 nieces and nephews; and seven aunts and uncles. Linda was preceded in death by her grandparents, Moffet and Frances Settle; and grandparents, Joseph and Bessie Madden. Visitation will be Monday, Feb. 21, 2005, at the Huntt Funeral Home, 3035 Old Washington Road, Waldorf, MD, where services will be held at 2 p.m., with Pastor Edward Chance officiating. A celebration of her life service and commitment to her family and friends will follow at Accokeek Activity Center, 1611 Livingston Road, Accokeek, MD. Memorial contributions may be considered to the Lombardi Cancer Center at Georgetown University Hospital, 3800 Reservoir Road N.W., 5 North, Washington D.C. 20007 or to the Accokeek Volunteer Fire Department, 16111 Livingston Road, Accokeek, MD 20607. Arrangements were handled by the Huntt Funeral Home, 3035 Old Washington Road, Waldorf, MD. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 30, 2005 JEAN ALICE NUNNELLEY died Thursday afternoon, Jan. 27, 2005, at Tendercare Nursing Home. Visitation will take place at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home on Monday, Jan. 31, from 4 to 8 p.m. Services will be held Tuesday, Feb. 1, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home, with Pastor Robert Carter of Bethlehem Lutheran Church officiating. Burial will take place in Grand Traverse Memorial Gardens. Traverse City Record-Eagle January 29, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Jean Alice Nunnelley died Thursday afternoon, Jan. 27, 2005, at Tendercare Nursing Home after a long and courageous battle with dementia. She was born in Detroit on Feb. 17, 1924, the daughter of Raymond and Ruth (Bressman) Blackwell. She married C.G. "Dick" Nunnelley on Sept. 4, 1943, in Detroit. Jean and Dick moved to Traverse City 27 years ago, and they have attended Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Jean was a devoted wife, mother, grandma and great-grandma who enjoyed crafts of all kinds, especially ceramics and needlework. Spending time with family and friends marked her life with many wonderful memories and experiences, leaving a legacy of laughter and sweetness as a thread connecting her to everyone who knew her. Jean is survived by her devoted husband of 61 years, Chauncey (Dick) Nunnelley; and three children, James C. Nunnelley of Troy, Ruth (Fran) Shane of Traverse City and Stewart and Beth Nunnelley of Cedar. Also surviving are seven grandchildren, Kelley (Jim)VanWagner, Richard (Kelly) Probst Jr., Andrea (James) Johns, Carrie Jean Nunnelley, Anderson James Nunnelley, David (Robin) Nunnelley and Laura (Benno) Guggenheimer; along with five great-grandchildren, Steven Hardy, Alex Hakes, Callie Johns, Trinity Johns and Richard Probst III. Also surviving are her brothers, Raymond (Robin)Blackwell Jr. of Huntington Woods, Robert (Mary) Blackwell of Bowling Green, Ohio, and Richard (Lori) Blackwell of Boca Raton, Fla. Visitation for Jean will take place at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home on Monday, Jan. 31, from 4 to 8 p.m. Services will be held Tuesday, Feb. 1, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home, with Pastor Robert Carter of Bethlehem Lutheran Church officiating. Burial will take place in Grand Traverse Memorial Gardens. The family would ask that memorial contributions be directed to the Alzheimer's Association or to a charity of one's choice. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz |