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Traverse City Record-Eagle March 6, 2005 LAKE HAVASU CITY, Ariz. - Elward Almon Taisey was born in Bellaire in 1915, the son of Augusta and Connie Lyle Taisey and the brother of the late Emily Ruhlig and Connie Lyle Taisey Jr. He grew up on Torch Lake and in Detroit. He was a long-time resident of both Rapid City and Lake Havasu City, Ariz. Known as El to his friends, Elward, enjoyed a rich and long life. He retired from 35 years in the heating and air conditioning business in Detroit, and with his wife embarked on a 24-year retirement that included boating, gardening, fishing and travel to nearly every state in the country he knew and loved so well. Ruth and El spent their summers on Torch Lake in Rapid City, traveled in their motor home during the winter and then settled into their winter home for the last 18 years in Lake Havasu City, Ariz. Elward was a member of the Centerline Masonic Lodge, and was active in both the Centerline and Southfield Presbyterian Churches, for which he served as an elder and trustee. He served on the Southfield Civil Defense. He had a natural aptitude for engineering that was revealed through his special knack for fixing just about anything. He was an avid gardener and many enjoyed the fruits of his labors for over fifty years. Elward knew this country like the back of his hand and rarely had to refer to maps. All those who knew him will remember Elward for his wonderful sense of humor. He always had a sparkle in his eye and a ready smile. He was a man of dignity, kindness and generosity. His optimistic spirit and his hearty laughter were an inspiration to his family and friends. Elward lived a vigorous, active life for his entire 89½ years, and he looked forward to planting a spring garden and taking a boat trip across Lake Michigan. He lived life to its fullest. Elward is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Ruth Elizabeth; his three children, Janet Taisey (William) Craft of Ipswich, Mass., Connie Taisey (Kent) Reinhold of Tempe, Ariz., and Jon Elward (Pat) Taisey of Ferndale; and his six grandchildren, Allison and Lindsay Reinhold, Easton (Alecia) and Zane Craft, and Christopher and Erin Taisey. He leaves many cousins in the Northwest, an extended family in Michigan, and close friends from across the country. He died on Feb. 28, 2005, of heart failure in Scottsdale, Ariz. A memorial service for family and friends will be held on Sunday, March 6, 2005, at 1 p.m., at the Beachcomber Resort in Lake Havasu City, Ariz. A reception for family and friends will be held at Ruth and Elward's home immediately following the service. There will be a memorial service in Mancelona on Aug. 9, 2005. In memory of Elward Taisey, donations may be made to The American Heart Association, 3816 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674; 1 (800) 677-5481. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 21, 2005 FRANCES D. ALPERS TAPP, 84, of Traverse City, died Thursday, Jan. 20, 2005, at Concord Place. A full obituary will be in Saturday's edition of the Record-Eagle. Arrangements are by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home in Traverse City. Traverse City Record-Eagle January 22, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Frances D. "Fran" Alpers Tapp, 84, died Thursday, Jan. 20, 2005, at Concord Place in Traverse City. A life-long resident of Traverse City, she was born July 15, 1920, on Secor Road to a pioneer family, Frank and Sarah (McGarry) Kratochvil. On Jan. 22, 1942, at St. Francis Catholic Church, she married Lewis Alpers, who passed away July 19, 2000. On Oct. 13, 2002, she married Gleason Tapp, who survives. They were very happy in their retiring years. In 1962, she and her husband, Louie, began Louies Meats, which still is a family owned and operated business. An avid golfer and bowler, she enjoyed reading, flower gardening and feeding the birds. A founding member of St. Patrick Catholic Church, she was very active in many church activities, including St. Patrick Council of Catholic Women. In 1989, she was selected as St. Patrick CCW woman of the year. She was a past president of the Society of Carmel and belonged to the Interlochen Ladies Golf League and the Traverse City Ladies Auxiliary #383 of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. In addition to her husband, Gleason, Frances is survived by one daughter, Patricia (James) Monroe of Bellaire; four sons, Michael of Traverse City, Mark of Ann Arbor, Timothy (Mona) and Anthony (Becky) of Traverse City; 11 grandchildren, James (Jayne) and Steven Monroe, Andy (Jessie), Eric (Khiela), Tyler, Joni, Trevor and Stephen Alpers, Scott Baldwin, Lisa Morgan and Niki (John) Witkop; and seven great-grandchildren, Danny, Scott, Austin, Ryan, Nicholas, Reeghan and Maicyn. She is also survived by a stepdaughter, Eleanor (Robert) Smith; five step grandchildren; and stepdaughter-in-law, Cheryl Tapp. She was preceded in death by her first husband; parents; an infant daughter, Katherine Ann; two brothers, Julius and Robert Kratochvil; three sisters, Isabella Lautner, Inez Rennie and Naomi Melichar; and a stepson, Dr. Stanley Tapp. The family will receive friends at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home from 2 to 4 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 23, 2005, and again from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at St. Patrick Catholic Church, where a scripture service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Monday, Jan. 24, at 11 a.m., also at the church, with visitation one hour prior to the service. Fr. Gerald Michetti will officiate. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to St. Patrick Catholic Church, the Carmelite Monastery or Munson Hospice. Traverse City Record-Eagle January 23, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Frances D. "Fran" Alpers Tapp, 84, died Thursday, Jan. 20, 2005, at Concord Place in Traverse City. A life-long resident of Traverse City, she was born July 15, 1920, on Secor Road to a pioneer family, Frank and Sarah (McGarry) Kratochvil. On Jan. 22, 1942, at St. Francis Catholic Church, she married Lewis Alpers, who passed away July 19, 2000. On Oct. 13, 2002, she married Gleason Tapp, who survives. They were very happy in their retiring years. In 1962, she and her husband, Louie, began Louies Meats, which still is a family owned and operated business. An avid golfer and bowler, she enjoyed reading, flower gardening and feeding the birds. A founding member of St. Patrick Catholic Church, she was very active in many church activities, including St. Patrick Council of Catholic Women. In 1989, she was selected as St. Patrick CCW woman of the year. She was a past president of the Society of Carmel and belonged to the Interlochen Ladies Golf League and the Traverse City Ladies Auxiliary #383 of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. In addition to her husband, Gleason, Frances is survived by one daughter, Patricia (James) Monroe of Bellaire; four sons, Michael of Traverse City, Mark of Ann Arbor, Timothy (Mona) and Anthony (Becky) of Traverse City; 11 grandchildren, James (Jayne) and Steven Monroe, Andy (Jessie), Eric (Khiela), Tyler, Joni, Trevor and Stephen Alpers, Scott Baldwin, Lisa Morgan and Niki (John) Witkop; and seven great-grandchildren, Danny, Scott, Austin, Ryan, Nicholas, Reeghan and Maicyn. She is also survived by a stepdaughter, Eleanor (Robert) Smith; five step-grandchildren; and stepdaughter-in-law, Cheryl Tapp. She was preceded in death by her first husband; parents; an infant daughter, Katherine Ann; two brothers, Julius and Robert Kratochvil; three sisters, Isabella Lautner, Inez Rennie and Naomi Melichar; and a stepson, Dr. Stanley Tapp. The family will receive friends at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home from 2 to 4 p.m., today, Jan. 23, 2005, and again from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at St. Patrick Catholic Church, where a scripture service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Monday, Jan. 24, at 11 a.m., also at the church, with visitation one hour prior to the service. Fr. Gerald Michetti will officiate. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to St. Patrick Catholic Church, the Carmelite Monastery or Munson Hospice. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 4, 2005 MARTHA B. TAYLOR, 87, of Traverse City, died Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2005, at Munson Medical Center. Services will be held Monday, Feb. 7, 2005, at 11 a.m., at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home, where visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. A complete obituary will be in Saturday's edition of the Record-Eagle. Traverse City Record-Eagle February 5, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Martha Ella Taylor, 87, of Traverse City, died Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2005, at Munson Medical Center. Formerly of Boyne City and Petoskey, she had been a resident of Traverse City since 1941. She was a member of St. Johnnes Lutheran Church, and attended Redeemer Lutheran Church. Martha was office manager for Parker Motor Freight, working for the company for 45 years. She enjoyed dogs and horses, and until recently had cared for her horses daily. Born Oct. 12, 1917, in Boyne City, she was the daughter of Frederick and Laura (Baehling) Benser. On Jan. 23, 1943, in Boyne City, she married Robert Taylor, who died in 2000. Survivors include several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. She was also preceded in death by her brother, William Benser. Services will be held Monday, Feb. 7, 2005, at 11 a.m., at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home, with Pastor C. Jay Koehler officiating. Friends may call Monday one hour prior to the service. Burial will take place at Maple Lawn Cemetery in Boyne City. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to either the Cherryland Humane Society, 1750 Ahlberg Road, Traverse City, MI 49686 or A.C. Paw, PO Box 130, Mancelona, MI 49659. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 7, 2005 BLANCHE ANN TESSIN, 91, of Traverse City died Saturday, Feb. 5, 2005, at Tendercare of Traverse City. A graveside service will be held at Alpine Cemetery, Alpine, Calif. Per Blanche's wishes, cremation will take place at Oak Grover Cemetery, Manistee. The family has entrusted funeral arrangements to Oak Grove Cremation Center. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 16, 2005 FREDERICK D. THIEL, 83, of Traverse City, passed away Friday, Jan. 14, 2005. A full obituary will be in Monday's edition of the Record-Eagle. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Covell Funeral Home in Traverse City. Traverse City Record-Eagle January 17, 2005 Frederick D. Thiel Died January 14, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Frederick D. Thiel, 83, of Traverse City, passed away Friday, Jan. 14, 2005, at Bortz Health Care. Frederick Donald Thiel was born Jan. 13, 1922, to Milo and Mary (Persyzk) Thiel in Traverse City. Fred attended Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools through high school. He was the captain of the St. Francis Catholic High School district championship basketball team, leading his team to an undefeated regular season. After high school, Fred and his brother, Leo, joined the U.S. Navy and were both stationed aboard ships, seeing intense combat in the Asiatic-Pacific and Philippine campaigns. Fred was stationed on the U.S.S. Kidd, which was heavily damaged by dive-bombers and kamikaze suicide planes. Fred completed his tour and returned to Traverse City where he met Alice Mary Buell, whom he married Aug. 1, 1946. Alice preceded him to heaven in 1996. Fred joined the Traverse City Fire Department, first as a firefighter, moving to lieutenant, and finally as captain, in which capacity he served his community until his retirement in 1979. Fred enjoyed fishing, hunting and bowling, and was an avid league bowler for many years. He also played basketball, softball and blooper ball. Fred and Alice were blessed with four children, Fred Jr., Mary Belle, John Charles and Robert Milo (Catherine Marie) Thiel. Fred was preceded in death by Fred Jr. in 2004; Mary Belle in 1953; and John Charles in 1996. Fred was also blessed with three grandchildren, Jennifer Marie in 1977; Joseph Adam (Molly) in 1979; and Phillip Patrick in 1984. He was a soon-to-be great-grandfather of twins in 2005. Fred had moved to the Bortz Health Care facility in January of 2004, finding a new group of wonderful, caring people to care for him. His illness finally had made living at home not possible. Fred loved his new home, and received exceptional love and caring from all, for which his family is forever grateful. A Memorial Mass with military honors will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 18, at St. Francis Catholic Church, with Fr. Peter Eke officiating. The family will greet friends at the church one hour prior to the service. Please direct memorial contributions to Bortz Health Care, where a memorial will be created in Fred's name. Arrangements were entrusted to the Traverse City Chapel of Covell Funeral Homes. Traverse City Record-Eagle January 18, 2005 Frederick D. Thiel Died January 14, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Frederick D. Thiel, 83, of Traverse City, passed away Friday, Jan. 14, 2005, at Bortz Health Care. Frederick Donald Thiel was born Jan. 13, 1922, to Milo and Mary (Persyzk) Thiel in Traverse City. Fred attended Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools through high school. He was the captain of the St. Francis Catholic High School district championship basketball team, leading his team to an undefeated regular season. After high school, Fred and his brother, Leo, joined the U.S. Navy and were both stationed aboard ships, seeing intense combat in the Asiatic-Pacific and Philippine campaigns. Fred was stationed on the U.S.S. Kidd, which was heavily damaged by dive-bombers and kamikaze suicide planes. Fred completed his tour and returned to Traverse City where he met Alice Mary Buell, whom he married Aug. 1, 1946. Alice preceded him to heaven in 1996. Fred joined the Traverse City Fire Department, first as a firefighter, moving to lieutenant, and finally as captain, in which capacity he served his community until his retirement in 1979. Fred enjoyed fishing, hunting and bowling, and was an avid league bowler for many years. He also played basketball, softball and blooper ball. Fred and Alice were blessed with four children, Fred Jr., Mary Belle, John Charles and Robert Milo (Catherine Marie) Thiel. Fred was preceded in death by Fred Jr. in 2004; Mary Belle in 1953; and John Charles in 1996. Fred was also blessed with three grandchildren, Jennifer Marie in 1977; Joseph Adam (Molly) in 1979; and Phillip Patrick in 1984. He was a soon-to-be great-grandfather of twins in 2005. Fred had moved to the Bortz Health Care facility in January of 2004, finding a new group of wonderful, caring people to care for him. His illness finally had made living at home not possible. Fred loved his new home, and received exceptional love and caring from all, for which his family is forever grateful. A Memorial Mass with military honors will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 19, at St. Francis Catholic Church, with Fr. Peter Eke officiating. The family will greet friends at the church one hour prior to the service. Please direct memorial contributions to Bortz Health Care, where a memorial will be created in Fred's name. Arrangements were entrusted to the Traverse City Chapel of Covell Funeral Homes. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 16, 2005 THELMA M. THOMPSON, 90, of Mission, Texas, formerly of Central Lake, died Friday, Jan. 14, 2005, at Mission Hospital. Visitation will be Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2005, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Central Lake Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Jan. 19, at 2 p.m., at Grace Community Church in Central Lake. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 10, 2005 WILLIAM H. THOMPSON SR., 67, died Friday, Jan. 7, 2005, at his Mancelona home. A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date. Wolfe Funeral Home, Kalkaska, is handling arrangements. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 22, 2005 DELBERT E. THORSEN, 77, of Traverse City, died Friday, Jan. 21, 2005, at Munson Medical Center. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2005, at 11 a.m., at the Covell Funeral Home in Traverse City. 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 23, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Delbert E. "Del" Thorsen, 77, of Traverse City, formerly of Muskegon, died Friday, Jan. 21, 2005. Born Dec. 8, 1927, in Muskegon, he was the son of Christen and Irene Emily (Gonyo) Thorsen. On May 6, 1950, at St. Jeans Catholic Church in Muskegon, he married Shirley Anderson. Del served in the Navy during World War II and in the Marines during the Korean conflict. He loved America, the flag, and all it represents. After 17 years as parts manager, Del retired from Chet Swanson in 1980. After retirement, he worked for his son-in-law, who owns World Truck Auto. Throughout his life, Del loved the outdoors, taking in golf, hunting, bow hunting, snowmobiling and ice fishing. Del had the gift of gab and liked to share with others. He is survived by his wife, Shirley; two daughters, Kris (Shawn) Breaugh of Interlochen and Kim (Jeff) Brackett of Grawn; brother, Gene Thorsen of Muskegon; as well as several nieces and nephews. Del is also survived by his four grand dogs, Mya, Nanook, Jack and Joe. Del was preceded in death by his parents. A service of remembrance will be held Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2005, at 11 a.m., at the Covell Funeral Home in Traverse City, where the family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Fr. Peter Eke will officiate the service. Interment will be in Oakwood Catholic Cemetery. Military honors will be presented under the auspices of the VFW Post 2780. The family asks those wishing to give memorials to please remember the Father Fred Foundation. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Covell Funeral Homes of Traverse City. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 26, 2005 JOSEPH TRNKA, 88, of Traverse City, died Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2005, at Munson Medical Center. A memorial service will be held Sunday, March 20, 2005, at 1 p.m., at the Covell Funeral Home in Traverse City. 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 January 27, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Joseph Trnka was born Aug. 17, 1916, in New York City. The son of immigrant parents, Joseph and Jennie (Hajek) Trnka, he was always proud of his Czech heritage. At an early age, he moved to Traverse City with his family. On July 1, 1939, he married Helen Dobson of Traverse City. After attending Traverse City schools, he was employed by Newberry Cleaners and Marshall Cleaners. He would later carry on family tradition by working as a tailor. He was the owner and operator of the family business, Trnka's Press Shop, until his retirement in 1983. Joseph took pride in having served his country as a member of the United States Navy, stationed on Guam during World War II. He was a member of the VFW and American Military League. During his younger years, he enjoyed fishing and the outdoors. He never tired of telling stories about great perch fishing or finding morels in the spring. He is survived by a son, James; daughter-in-law, Patricia (DeVol) Trnka; granddaughters, Jamie (Andrew Oppenheimer) Trnka of Ithaca, N.Y., Wendy (Christopher) Warner, Katherine and Carolyn, all of Traverse City. He is also survived by his sister, Mary (Richard) Sleder, also of Traverse City. Joseph was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Helen in 1993; a son, Joseph Jr. "Butch" in 1976; and a sister, Jennie Bowman. A service of remembrance will be held in Joseph's honor on March 20, 2005, at 1 p.m., at the Covell Funeral Home in Traverse City. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Covell Funeral Home in Traverse City. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 24, 2005 GYWNNE TROLENBERG, 70, of Northport, died Saturday, Jan. 22, 2005, in El Paso, Texas. Services will be scheduled in the spring. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Traverse City Chapel of Covell Funeral Homes. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 23, 2005 MIDLAND - Martha "Betty" Turner, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, was lifted up to life eternal by Jesus, her precious Lord and Savior, on Thursday, Feb. 17, 2005, this following a 20-year battle with Alzheimer's. She has been under the loving care of the "staff of angels" at Nottingham Place-Midland for many years. Betty was born on June 6, 1910, to Aura "Mack" and Ethel McFate in Spring Arbor, and lived most of her life in the Detroit/Livonia area, Bradenton, Fla., and in recent years, Midland. Betty married Lawrence W. Turner in Detroit on April 5, 1930. He predeceased her on March 25, 1991. Betty is survived by her son, Stewart (Marilyn) Turner of Sanford Lake; and daughter, Patricia Hendry of Torch River. She is also survived by five grandchildren, Sheryl (Rob) Robbins of Vicksburg, Susan Owens of Palmer, Alaska, Sara Basore of Sanford Lake, William (Kim) Hendry of Traverse City and Elizabeth (Al) Montalvo of Farmington; seven great-grandchildren; and her sister, Dorthea Stanford of Sarasota, Fla. She was predeceased by her sister, Marion Dunn. According to her wishes, cremation has taken place and a private memorial and celebration of her life service will take place at a future date. Her remains will be placed in the Memorial Rose Garden at the First United Methodist Church. "Come to me and I will give you rest." "Well done good and faithful servant, enter into the Kingdom of Heaven." "Free at last! Free at last! Thank God Almighty, you are free at last!" Memorials are suggested for the Alzheimer's Foundation, MidMichigan Hospice, or the First United Methodist Church. The Smith-Miner Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz |