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Traverse City Record-Eagle February 13, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Creighton Albert "Bud" Wagener, M.D., passed away peacefully at home Saturday, Feb. 12, 2005, in the company of his family. He was born July 29, 1924, in Detroit, the son of Sarah Catherine (Durbin) and Albert Mathias Wagener. On May 1, 1948, in Detroit, he married Lydia K. "Kit" Kennedy. A graduate of the University of Detroit and Wayne State University, Dr. Wagener received his degree as a medical doctor, specializing in obstetrics and gynecology. He served his residencies in the Detroit area and then became affiliated as an OB/GYN practitioner with Munson Medical Center in 1955, a career that would span 36 years when he retired in 1991. During his tenure at Munson, Dr. Wagener was one of the founding physicians/partners of the Beaumont Building. Dr. Wagener was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, served on the Munson Medical Center Board of Trustees from 1967-1978, serving as their president for one year, was a member of the Munson Healthcare Board, the Catholic Service Bureau Board, the Grand Traverse Area Catholic School Board from 1969 to 1974, serving as its president in 1970 and 1971, was a member of the Traverse City Golf and Country Club and served on their board, as well as serving as president in 1983. He particularly enjoyed playing golf, bowling and bridge. Survivors include his children, Donna (Tony) Brakel and Jim Wagener, all of Traverse City; grandchildren, Jennifer (John) Dobbins of Collegeville, Pa., Sandy Brakel of Traverse City and Melissa and Austin Wagener, also of Traverse City. Bud is survived by his brothers, Richard (Carol) Wagener of Pennsylvania and William (Phyllis) Wagener of Wisconsin. He was preceded in death by his wife, Kit, on Dec. 23, 1995; parents; and a brother, Francis. The funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2005, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Visitation will take place at the church beginning one hour prior to the service. At Bud's request, cremation has taken place and burial will take place in Grand Traverse Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Munson Healthcare Foundation or to Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools. The family is being served by The Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. Traverse City Record-Eagle February 14, 2005 The Funeral Mass for CREIGHTON A. 'BUD' WAGENER, M.D., will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 16, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. at the church. The family is being served by Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 12, 2005 Obituaries VIOLA LUCILLE WALBURN, 78, of Bear Lake, died Sunday, Jan. 9, 2005, at Bay Front Medical in St. Petersburg, Fla. The family will receive friends at the Edwards Oak Grove Funeral Home on Friday, Jan. 14, 2005, from 6 to 9 p.m. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Jan. 15, 2005, at 11 a.m., at the Bear Lake United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery. The Edwards-Oak Grove Funeral Home of Bear Lake is serving the family. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 4, 2005 Marguerite L. Waldron Died January 2 , 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Marguerite Louise Waldron, 96, a homemaker from Traverse City, passed away peacefully Sunday, Jan. 2, 2005, at Munson Medical Center. Born Aug. 5, 1908, in Port Oneida, she was the daughter of Nels and Ella (Weed) Oleson. A life-long resident of Traverse City, Marguerite was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. She enjoyed fishing, gardening, cooking, reading and the beauty of flowers. Her true interest and joy was the time she spent with her extended family. She is survived by one son, Richard W. (Ruth) Waldron of Traverse City; 11 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren and several great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Amos Waldron; daughter, Marjorie Manigold; son, Robert J. Waldron; sister, Dorothy Brayton; and brother, Gerald Oleson. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 5, at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home, where friends may call one hour prior to the service. The Rev. Robert Zagore will officiate. Burial will take place in Oakwood Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Trinity Lutheran Church. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 26, 2005 EUSTIS, Fla. - Marvin Walker, 82, of Eustis, Fla., died Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2005, in Orlando, Fla. Mr. Walker was born May 25, 1922, in Russell, Pa. Mr. Walker was a veteran of World War II, proudly serving in the Army Air Corp. He worked for the Michigan Department of Labor for 36 years, retiring in 1982 as the director of the Bureau of Safety and Regulation. The family wishes to send a special thank you to Dr. Jwala Prasad and his staff for 25 years of personal care. As Marvin would always say, "Stay healthy…It's good for you!" He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Jymme; and their two sons, Dr. Gary Walker, and his wife, Marcia of Midlothian, Texas, and Glen Walker, and his wife, Margarita of Port Orange, Fla.; and daughter, Nancy Bredin, and her husband, James of Holt. He is also survived by ten grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren, all of whom were the joy of his life. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Roberta Walker; brother, Warren, and twin brother, Merle. A memorial service with full military honors will be held in June with interment in Florida National Cemetery. Please view and sign our guest book at www.newcomerfamily.com. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the American Diabetes Association, PO Box 1132, Fairfax, VA, 22038. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 8, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Doris J. Walter, 79, of Traverse City, formerly of Detroit, died Thursday evening, Jan. 6, 2005, at Munson Hospice House. She was born on Oct. 30, 1925, in Detroit, the daughter of Carl and Emma (Urban) York. On Oct. 30, 1948, in Suttons Bay, she married Augustine Walter, who preceded her in death in 1992. A homemaker, Doris enjoyed collecting stuffed animals and had well over a hundred various animals collected. She enjoyed reading and was a member of St. Michael's Catholic Church in Suttons Bay. She is survived by her children, son, Carl (Janice) Walter of Suttons Bay; daughters, Linda Vocila of Tolleson, Ariz., Nancy (David) Coyne of Tolleson, Ariz., Deborah (William) Rivard of Dearborn; son, Edward (Sandra) Walter of Suttons Bay; daughter, Emily (Steve) Weller of Grawn; fifteen grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two brothers, Carl (Lori) York of Tennessee and Dean (Dorothy) York of Rapid River. Doris was preceded in death by her parents; husband; a son, Dale Allen Walter; grandson, Jason Vocila; great-grandson, Kiernan Farrar; and brother, Louis York. At Doris' request, cremation has taken place. Private family services will be held. In remembrance, memorials may be directed to Munson Hospice House. Arrangements are being handled by Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 23, 2005 JOHN ROBERT WALTER IV, died unexpectedly Sunday, Feb. 20, 2005, at his home in Interlochen. The family will be accepting visitors Thursday, Feb. 24, 2005, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. A full obituary will take place in the springtime at the time of burial in the Inland Township Cemetery. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 5, 2005 CLYDE TOWNSHIP - David P. Waters, 51, of Clyde Township, formerly of Frankfort, died Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2005. He was born June 29, 1953, in Frankfort, the son of Norman and Patricia Waters. David served in the United States Navy. He was a pharmacist at Mercy Hospital, and enjoyed photography, woodworking, working on computers and flower gardening. On April 2, 1994, in Frankfort, David married Barbara Eipperle, who survives him. He is also survived by four children, Chelsie Eipperle, and Ian, Erin and Sean Waters; a granddaughter, Saskia Eipperle; parents, Norman "Tug" and Patricia Waters of Frankfort; two sisters, Ellen (Stuart) Hamilton of Yuma, Ariz., and Mary "Trish" Waters of Honor; a brother, Michael (Kathy) Waters of East Lansing; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends Sunday, Feb. 6, 2005, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Bennett-Barz Funeral Home in Beulah. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 7, 2005, also at the funeral home, with Father Ray Cotter officiating. Interment will be in the Crystal Lake Township Cemetery North in the spring. Memorial contributions may be made to the Children's Education Fund. Envelopes are available at the Bennett-Barz Funeral Home. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 2, 2005 NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla. - Gayla J. Walton, 73, of New Port Richey, Fla., passed away Thursday, Jan. 27, 2005, at home. She was born in Escanaba and moved to Florida three years ago from Traverse City. Gayla was a bank teller for Bellaire State Bank, was a Christian, and a member of the Order of the Eastern Star in Bellaire. Survivors include her husband, Donald L.; one son, Wayne A. (Charmaine) Walton of Kenai, Alaska; one daughter, Wanda M. (Wendell) Thompson of Hudson; three grandchildren, Jennifer Ross of Dover Md., Joe Harding of Bellaire and Lynn Harding of Kenai, Alaska; and three great-grandchildren. A memorial service will take place Friday, Feb. 4, 2005, at 11 a.m., in the Chapel of Michels and Lundquist Funeral Home, 5228 Trouble Creek Road, New Port Richey, Fla. The Rev. George Francis will officiate. Arrangements were entrusted to Michels and Lundquist Funeral Home in New Port Richey, Fla. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 18, 2005 FREEDOM WATSON, 92, died Jan. 15, 2005, at the Bortz Health Care Center. Memorial services will take place Wednesday, June 15, 2005 at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. A complete obituary will follow at a later date. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 30, 2005 PORTAGE - Earl Philip Weber, 78, of Portage, died Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2005, in Florida. Earl was born May 27, 1926, in Ottoville, Ohio. A resident of Portage and Taylor, Earl enjoyed vacationing in the Traverse City area. He was a World War II veteran and a retired bricklayer. Surviving are his children, Denise (Rick) Moore, Pam (Larry) Newhouse, Eric (Johanna) Weber, Nancy (Dave) Blakley, Mary (Dale) Kalhorn, Mike Weber, Dorothy (Phil) McIntyre, John Weber, Kathy Weber and Valerie (Craig) Duncan; 21 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; four brothers, Robert, William, Tom and Mark Weber; and three sisters, Dorothy Caron, Betty Finstad and Carol Serra. He was preceded in death by wife, Elaine (Page) Weber. A memorial Mass will be celebrated Saturday, Feb. 5, 2005, at noon, at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church, 1150 W. Centre Ave., Portage, MI. Following Mass the family will receive friends during a luncheon in Marion Hall. On Monday, there will be combined burial service for Elaine and Earl in Ft. Custer National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be considered to the American Lung Association or the American Heart Association. Arrangements are by Langeland Funeral Homes, www.langelands.com. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 4, 2005 Raymond Weber Died January 2, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Raymond Weber of Traverse City died Sunday, Jan. 2, 2005, at Bortz Health Care. He was 85. He was born July 2, 1919, in Chicago, to William and Lillian (Schreiber) Weber. He married Shirley Kanarske on April 18, 1942, in Royal Oak. A family man, Raymond was the owner of Weber Construction Company along with both of his sons, Ken and Gordon. He also enjoyed hunting, music, garage sales and auctions, and operating machinery. He is survived by his wife, Shirley; two sons, Kenneth (Ruth) Weber and Gordon (Kathleen) Weber; two daughters, Rosemary (Donald) Brown and Nancy Olsen; two sisters, Mae Morse and Helen Broughton; 15 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, William Weber and Louis Weber; and three sisters, Louise Wares, Lillian Feiger and Evelyn Johnson. Visitation will take place this evening, Jan. 4, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Traverse City Chapel of Covell Funeral Homes. Funeral services will be held at noon Wednesday, Jan. 5, at the funeral home, with Pastor David Minger officiating. Burial will be in Grand Traverse Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Raymond to the charity of one's choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Traverse City Chapel of Covell Funeral Homes. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 19, 2005 WILLIAMSBURG - George Elwood Webster, 91, of Williamsburg died Friday, Jan. 14, 2005. George was born July 17, 1913, in Tipton to Arthur Howard and Myrtle (Lambert) Webster. The family moved to Manton, where George grew up. Except for five years that George lived in Moline, Ill., he was a lifelong resident of Michigan. George married Gertie C. Thompson on Oct. 4, 1938. They were married for 61 years before Gertie passed away in November 1999. George retired from the Federal Aviation Agency at age 57. He and Gertie then spent several years traveling the United States and Canada. As a young man, George was in the CCC in the Upper Peninsula where he worked as an assistant to the camp physician. While there he also learned Morse Code, which led him to work as a telegrapher on Great Lakes Ships and finally to the Civil Aeronautics Administration. He maintained an interest in HAM radio most of his life. His call letters were W8ROL, W9EAP and finally KM8D. George was an avid learner. Among his many interests were photography, geology, rock-hounding, jewelry-making, model trains, farming, engines, electronics, hunting, fishing, astronomy, religion, science and nature. He would pursue an interest until he was satisfied with his knowledge of it and then pursue another field until he had it mastered. George is survived by his daughters, Carolyn (Frank) Tompkins and Janis Webster; grandchildren, Michael (Sue) Tompkins, Perry (Debbie) Tompkins, Valerie (Williams) Walter, David Williams, Marcia (Paul) Ellul and Heidi Williams; 11 great-grandchildren; and his brother, Leonard Webster of Oakland, Md. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gertie; a granddaughter, Yvonne Williams; and half-sisters, Edith (Webster) Nickerson and Alice Webster. Friends may call at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home Friday evening, Jan. 21, from 6 to 8 p.m. for visitation. Services will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 22, with Pastor John Clark officiating. Burial will take place in Grand Traverse Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are being handled by Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz WEIGAND, Carole Ann SAGINAW - Retired Merrill High School teacher Carole Ann Weigand, 56, passed away Monday, Oct. 6, 2003, at Covenant - Harrison. She was born in Traverse City Jan. 3, 1947, the daughter of the late Neil and Esther (Warner) Weigand. She graduated from Traverse City Central High School in 1965. Carole received an associate of arts from Northwestern Michigan College, and bachelor of arts and master of arts degrees from Central Michigan University. Carole taught English and Spanish at Merrill High School for 31 years, retiring in 2001. She was an active member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church, where she was a member of the Christian Service Commission, Parish Council, a Eucharistic minister, sacristan and a team leader for funeral luncheons. She volunteered her time at the Eastside Soup Kitchen and Partnership Center. She enjoyed participating in the Thomas Township Library book discussion group and the Holy Spirit Bible Study class. She is survived by a sister, Sharon (Gary) Burkholder of Fife Lake; a niece, Sharry (Greg) Heberling and their sons, Brent and Stephen, of Big Rapids; a nephew, Eric (Jennifer) Burkholder of Oakley, Calif.; an uncle, William Weigand of Suttons Bay; and longtime friend and caregiver, Nancy Galbraith of Thomas Township. A parish vigil service led by Sr. Marie Markel, IHM, will take place at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, at the W. L. Case and Company Funeral Chapel, 201 N. Miller Rd., Saginaw, where friends may call from 3 p.m. until service time. A memorial Mass will be prayed at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 10, at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 1035 N. River Rd., Saginaw, with Fr. David Parsch presiding. Friends and family may call at the church Friday from 9 a.m. until the time of the Mass. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials be directed to The Partnership Center, Eastside Soup Kitchen or to the Holy Spirit Catholic Church Building Fund. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle MARGARET ELIZABETH WEINERT, 91, of Leland, died Sunday, March 6, 2005, at the Wurm Residence. Arrangements are pending at Martinson Funeral Home, Suttons Bay. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 10, 2005 Ann Tobin Wells Nov. 19, 1936 - Jan. 2, 2005 SILT, Colo. - Ann Tobin Wells, artist, environmentalist, animal lover and friend to many leaves her husband of 34 years, Dr. Joseph (Jay) Wells of Silt, Colo.; mother, Dorothy Tobin of Bay City; brothers, Dr. Patrick (Susan) Tobin of Traverse City, Tim (Jan) Tobin of Bay City and John "Jack" Tobin of Santa Monica, Calif.; nieces, Jennifer, Suzannah and Stephanie; nephews, Benjamin and Patrick; and stepsons, Daniel (Lois) Wells of Bethlehem, Pa., Thomas Wells of Buchanan, James Wells of Basalt, Colo. and David (Barbara Love) Wells of Austin, Texas. The Wells' grandchildren include Laura of Baltimore, Md., Jonathan of Stamford, Conn., and Brian and Bill of Basalt, Colo. Ann's father John "Jake" Tobin preceded her in death. Ann was an accomplished artist and her many beautiful paintings, sculptures, and weavings remain forever as her legacy. She was generous to a fault and will be remembered as a dedicated contributor to her many causes and charities. Her love for life, family, close friends and her beloved cats, dogs, and horses sustained her through a difficult battle with leukemia, which she fought vigorously to overcome for the past two years. She will be missed immensely by all those whose lives she touched. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that a contribution be made to Animals Two by Two Educational Foundation, PO Box 832, Silt, CO 81652, a non-profit animal sanctuary and educational foundation. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 13, 2005 JOSEPH R. WHALL, 69, of Traverse City, died Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2005, at his home. Memorial services are tentatively scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 15. A full obituary will be in Friday's edition of the Record-Eagle. The family is being served by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home of Traverse City. Traverse City Record-Eagle January 14, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Joseph R. Whall of Traverse City, formerly of the Detroit area, died at home with his family on Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2005, after a short struggle with cancer. He had just turned 69 on Jan. 2. Joe and Shirley were married on Aug. 16, 1958, at Assumption Grotto Church in Detroit. Joe graduated from Catholic Central in Detroit in 1954 and the University of Detroit in 1964. He worked for the Ford Motor Company for more than 30 years at plants in Dearborn, Toledo, Cleveland, and Windsor and Essex, Ontario, Canada. He was a materials manager for a number of those years, and was recognized in the industry for his early success with the "just-in-time" (JIT) inventory processes. He retired from Ford in 1992. Having spent many years as part-time residents of Leelanau County, Joe and Shirley were drawn by the lure of northern Michigan, moving to Old Mission Peninsula about 10 years ago. Joe became very active in the community and was a board member for SCORE, the Service Corps of Retired Executives, and the Kiwanis Club of Grand Traverse Bay Tuesday morning club. He belonged to the Elks Lodge #323, and also served as president and on the board of homeowners' associations in Port of Old Mission for a number of years. He particularly enjoyed volunteering his carpentry and painting skills for projects at the Old Town Playhouse and the Dennos Museum, and he was an owner's representative for the restoration of the Heritage Museum. He loved to play golf with his buddies in the Sod Busters League on Wednesdays. A hole-in-one on July 11, 2001, was a highlight in his life. Joe and Shirley enjoyed spending time in Florida during the month of March, and they were fortunate to travel to see family and friends around the country. They made several trips to Europe. Joe is survived by his wife of 46 years, Shirley; daughter, Louise of Springfield, Mo.; son, Barry of Cupertino, Calif. and his wife, Carol, and their children, James and Victoria; and his little pal, Ginger. He also is survived by his brother, Thomas Whall; two sisters, Margaret Klakulak and Elizabeth (Rory) Boyle; sister-in-law, Ann Whall; brother-in-law, Jerry (Helen) Werthman; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Mary Agnes; brother, Robert Whall; and sister, Mary Lou Riha. On behalf of Joe, his family expresses its deep gratitude for the support and help offered by many friends and neighbors. His body has been cremated. Joe's life will be celebrated with a service Saturday, Jan. 15, at 11 a.m., at St. Joseph's Church on Old Mission Peninsula, with the Rev. Edwin Thome and Deacon Jim Krupka officiating. A reception will follow at the Elks Club of Traverse City. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions could be made to the Munson Hospice and Palliative Care, 1105 Sixth St., Traverse City, MI 49684. Arrangements are being handled by the Reynolds Jonkhoff Funeral Home of Traverse City. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 15, 2005 BRUCE DOUGLAS WHITE, 79, of Traverse City, died Saturday, Feb. 12, 2005, at Birchwood Nursing Center. A full obituary will follow in a later edition of the Traverse City Record-Eagle. Arrangements are being handled by the Reynolds Jonkhoff Funeral Home. Traverse City Record-Eagle February 16, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Bruce Douglas White, 79, died Feb. 12, 2005, at Birchwood Nursing Center. Bruce was born Oct. 1, 1925, in Logan, Ohio, to Paul and Estella (Hartley) White. After graduating from high school in Baltimore, Ohio, Bruce continued his schooling, graduating from the Detroit Institute of Technology. He then served his country as a 1st lieutenant with the Army Air Corps during World War II. After the service, Bruce met Barbara Totten and they married Aug. 14, 1948, in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. Bruce graduated from the Detroit College of Law. His legal career first began in private practice in Caro. Bruce then worked for Callaghan & Company, publishers. Bruce started work for the Michigan Supreme Court as executive director of the Michigan Judicial Tenure Commission, and then moved north as regional court administrator. Bruce was a member of the Elks Lodge #323, State Bar Association, Local Bar Association and the Presbyterian Church. His interests included sailing and golfing, and he especially enjoyed his grandchildren. Along with his wife of 56 years, Barbara, Bruce is survived by his children, Greg (Terrie) White of Ferndale, Mark (Mary) White of Menlo Park, Calif., Jody Law of Saline, and Susan (Boyd) Richards of Grawn. Bruce leaves a sister, Beverly White of Pickerington, Ohio; and nine loving grandchildren. Bruce was preceded in death by his parents and two half-brothers. Memorial services for Bruce will take place Friday, Feb. 18, 2005, at 2 p.m., at the Presbyterian Church, 701 Westminster, with the Rev. Becky Chamberlain officiating. Memorial donations would be appreciated to the Multiple Sclerosis Society. Arrangements are being handled by the Reynolds Jonkhoff Funeral Home. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 6, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Esther Lucille Whiteford, 80, of Acme, died peacefully at her home Friday, Feb. 4, 2005. She was born April 4, 1924, in Traverse City. A life-long resident of Traverse City, Esther worked at Woolworths and Ben Franklin in downtown Traverse City for 25 years, and was a member of East Bay Calvary Church. She loved to cook and sew Surviving is her son, Donald Whiteford of Acme; a cousin, Iris (Roger) Smith of Lansing; and special friends, Mary Pollard, Diane Vertican and Lynda Dennis. She was preceded in death by her husband, William in 1977; father, Charles Dutton Sr.; sister, Maybelle Round; and a brother, Charles Dutton Jr. Visitation will be on Monday, Feb. 7, 2005, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home in Traverse City. Funeral Services will be held at East Bay Calvary Church in Traverse City at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 8, with Pastor Kendall Dennis officiating. Memorial donations may be made to the Esther L. Whiteford Memorial Fund, c/o son, Donald or to the Building Fund at East Bay Calvery Church. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 7, 2005 ELAINE H. WHITING, 77, of Traverse City, died Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2005, at home. A memorial service will be held Monday, Jan. 10, 2005, at 11 a.m., at the Clarkston Community Church. A complete 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 8, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Elaine H. Whiting, 77, of Traverse City, died Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2005, at her home. Formerly of Bloomfield Hills, she was a 1945 graduate of Sylvania High School in Sylvania, Ohio, and was a 1949 graduate of Hillsdale College. She also attended the Merrill Palmer Institute in Detroit. Elaine taught pre-school kindergarten in Hillsdale, was a long time member of the Nativity Church in Livonia, and was an avid tennis player. Born May 19, 1927, in Sylvania, she was the daughter of Elwood and Verena (Hilti) Hotchkiss. On Aug. 6, 1949, in Sylvania, she married Robert S. Whiting, who survives. Also surviving are four children, Scott (Mimi) Whiting of Troy, Dan (Pat) Whiting of Clarkston, Jo Whiting Skandalaris of Brighton and Jane (Steven Bath) Whiting of Williamsburg; sister, Esther Rabchuk of Washington; 10 grandchildren, Lisa, Becky, Kristin, Amy, Bonnie (Ben), Peter, Sara, Zeke, Gina and Joey. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Verena Burns; and son-in-law, Daniel. Memorial services will be held Monday, Jan. 10, at 11 a.m., at the Clarkston Community Church, 6300 Clarkston, Clarkston, MI, (248) 625-1323. Her son, Pastor Dan Whiting will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to either the Northeast Detroit Lions Club or to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements are being handled by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home in Traverse City. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle March 3, 2005 ROCKFORD, Ill. - The Rev. Dr. Robert B. Wildman, loving pastor, husband, father, grandfather and friend went home to be with the Lord he loved and served so faithfully on Saturday, Feb. 26, 2005, surrounded by his loving family. Robert was born on April 20, 1924, in Traverse City. He graduated from Traverse City High School and Hope College in Holland. Following college, he received his Master of Divinity from Western Theological Seminary and Doctor of Ministry degree from Louisville Presbyterian Seminary. He served in the United States Army during World War II, serving in the South Pacific. He married Lois Van Wyk in 1948. Robert served churches of the Reformed Church in America in Hopkins, Harvey, Ill., Southgate and Hope Reformed Church in Rockford, Ill., and was very active in the denomination, serving on several boards and committees. He also served on the executive board of the Metropolitan Detroit Council of Churches, as well as other community boards in the Detroit area. He was a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church. While in Rockford, Robert served as president of the Synod of Mid-America, served on the Urban Ministries Committee, and others. His gift and love for preaching was exhibited in many churches in the area. Robert's love, care, and concern for others was shown not only to the family he loved so dearly, but also to his parishioners and friends. He was involved in numerous community activities and was an active volunteer, especially enjoying his time with the Carlson School K-Kids. He was a member of Kiwanis, both in Michigan and Rockford. He was a Distinguished Lieutenant Governor of Kiwanis, and he dedicated seven years to the Kiwanis International project of ridding the world of Iodine Deficiency Disorder. He went to Bangladesh as a part of this program and spoke throughout the country about this cause. He was honored by receiving the Touch A Life award by Alpine Kiwanis, a well as Kiwanis International's Tablet of Honor. He was given the George F. Hixson medal and Life Membership in Kiwanis. Robert is survived by his wife, Lois; daughters, Beth (Sam) Watkins of Winnebago, Ill., and Marcia (Ken) Skarie of Sussex, Wis.; son, Mark (Nancy) Wildman of Forest Lake, Minn.; grandchildren, Roger (Judy), Ryan, Kevin and Kristen Watkins, Wendy French, Daniel, Michael and Nathan Skarie; great-grandchildren, Amelia, Caleb, Jessie, Jonny, Kayleee and Anna; and brother, John (Bonnie) Wildman of Bellwood, Ala. He was predeceased by his parents, Frank and Elizabeth Wildman; and brother, Richard. A celebration of the life of Rev. Wildman will be held at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 3000 Rural St., Rockford, IL, on Sunday, March 6, 2005, at 3 p.m., with the Rev. David Smazik officiating. The family may be greeted following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be given to Westminster Presbyterian Church, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation or Alpine Kiwanis Endowment Fund. "Well done, good and faithful servant! Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 29, 2005 ETHAN A. WILKE, 81, of Honor, died Friday, Jan. 28, 2005, at The Maples in Frankfort. Funeral services will be conducted Sunday, Jan. 30, 2005, at 2 p.m., at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Benzonia, with visitation one hour prior to the service. The Rev. Robert Bennett will officiate. A full obituary will be in Sunday's edition of the Record Eagle. The Bennett-Barz Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Traverse City Record-Eagle January 30, 2005 HONOR - Ethan Earl Wilke, 81, of Honor, died Friday, Jan. 28, 2005, at The Maples in Frankfort. He was born May 1, 1923, in Ann Arbor, the son of Joseph and Elsie (Gerstler) Wilke. Ethan had been a residential builder in the Ann Arbor Area for 50 years, and was an active member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Benzonia. Ethan loved woodworking in his spare time. On Nov. 17, 1945, in Ann Arbor, Ethan married Joyce J. Mann, who survives him. He is also survived by two sons, Gary Wilke of Romeo and Mark Wilke of Honor; two grandchildren, Jeffrey (Jamie) Wilke of Palmer Lake, Colo., and Kimberly Wilke of Dexter; daughter-in-law, Karen (Barry) O'Connor of Dexter; and brother, Donald Wilke of Grass Lake. Ethan was preceded in death by his parents; and son, David Wilke on Nov. 18, 1987. Funeral services will be conducted Sunday, Jan. 30, 2005, at 2 p.m., at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Benzonia, with visitation one hour prior to the service. The Rev. Robert Bennett will officiate. Graveside interment services will be held Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2005, at 1 p.m., at Bethlehem Cemetery in Ann Arbor. Memorial contributions may be made to Our Savior Lutheran Church Building Fund, The Maples-Benzie County Medical Care Facility or to the American Heart and Stroke Association. The Bennett-Barz Funeral Home in Beulah is in charge of arrangements. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 13, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Jack Leonard Wilkinson, 89, died Friday, Feb. 11, 2005, at Munson Medical Center. Jack was born on June 2, 1915, in Detroit, to Thomas and Cecelia (Schneider) Wilkinson. When he was 15, his mother and stepfather, George Harms, moved the family to Houston. Jack graduated from the John Reagon High School in Houston in 1932, and shortly thereafter he and his family moved back to Detroit. He attended the University of Michigan and Hillsdale College. In 1936 he became a partner with his stepfather in a carpet store in downtown Detroit. He married Ellen Hyner on Oct. 1, 1938, in Ferndale, and in 1954, they moved with their three children to Traverse City. Ellen preceded him in death on April 25, 1979. In 1980, Jack moved to Santa Rosa, Calif., to be near his elderly mother. In July of 1981, he married Alice Woodmanse, who died on Nov. 13, 2004. At that time, Jack decided to return to Traverse City, which he did on Dec. 1, 2004. Jack was ingenious, imaginative, and multi-talented. He was a championship swimmer and baseball player, a saxophonist, horseshoe player and gifted artist. He could solve jumble puzzles in less than two minutes, cook gourmet meals at a moments notice, and entertain large and small audiences for hours with his amazing magic tricks. He was a super salesman and a creative entrepreneur, having founded both Country Squire Men's Wear and Benjamin Twiggs Cherry products. A former member of Kiwanis and Optimists Clubs in California and Michigan, Jack was always involved in the service projects of the clubs. A lover of animals, Jack could instantly tame the angriest of dogs, having them wagging their tails within minutes, and in a short period of time have them doing tricks. But most of all, he was a loyal friend, a wonderful father, and a caring, loving husband. In addition to his wives, Jack was preceded in death by his parents and stepfather, two sisters and a brother. He is survived by his son, Thomas Wilkinson of Ann Arbor; his daughters, Suzy (Dean) Ringsmuth, and Jane (Norman) Fred of Traverse City; and his stepdaughter, Marian (Gregory) Brott of Sacramento, Calif.; his grandchildren, Blake (Yvette) Ringsmuth of Traverse City, David Fred of Traverse City, Ellen (Robert) Fred-Martel of Alameda, Calif., Zachary Wilkinson of Ann Arbor, Jacob Wilkinson of Olympia, Wash., and Nicholas Wilkinson of Huntington Beach, Calif.; his step-grandchildren, Heidi (Daniel) Larsen of Missoula, Mont., and Nathan (Alicia) Brott of Grass Valley, Calif.; his great-grandchildren, Sage and Tristan Ringsmuth; and his step great-grandchildren, Jacob, Jack and Sophie Larsen and Ryan, Ivy and Benjamin Brott; and many nieces and nephews. According to his wishes, Jack was cremated. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, Feb. 16, at 11 a.m., at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Traverse City. Visitation will be at the church beginning one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Endowment Fund of Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 1050 Peninsula Drive, Traverse City, MI 49686. We'll miss you, buddy. The family is being served by The Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. Traverse City Record-Eagle February 14, 2005 Memorial services for JACK L. WILKINSON will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 16, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, with visitation beginning at 10 a.m. The family is being served by Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 25, 2005 GENEVIEVE U. WILKOSZ, 92, of Manistee, died Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2005, at the Manistee County Medical Care Facility. Visitation will be today, Feb. 25, 2005, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m., at the Herbert Funeral Home in Manistee, where an evening prayer service will be held at 8 p.m. A Mass from the Order of Christian Funerals will be celebrated on Saturday, Feb. 26, 2005, at 10 a.m., at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Manistee. Burial will follow the Mass in Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Manistee. The Herbert Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle March 3, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Mr. Bruce Claire Willett, 55, of Traverse City, formerly of Rockford, passed away Sunday, Feb. 27, 2005. His successful and fulfilling career in banking as a financial advisor gave him great pride. Bruce had a tremendous love for his Harley Davidson motorcycles. He was happiest while riding his bikes, but also enjoyed cars, sports and landscaping his yard. His greatest sense of pride was his children and their many accomplishments. Ashley was a cross country and track runner, and Drew played hockey for more than 15 years. Bruce is survived by his daughter, Ashley Willett of Ypsilanti; son, Drew Willett of Traverse City; their mother, Candy Willett of Grand Rapids; his mother, Barbara Willett of Rockford; sisters, Linda (Barry) VanderRoest of Grand Rapids and Tammi (John) Peck of Jenison; many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews; and Candy's family, Cliff and Sis Packer of Hopkins, Jill and Jeff Toombs, their daughters, Kayleigh, Kristen, and Kara; and his beloved dog, Capone. He was preceded in death by his father, Wallace C. Willett; grandmother, Lena Kies; and nephew, Brian VanderRoest. The memorial service for Bruce will be Thursday afternoon, March 3, 2005, at 1 p.m., at The Pederson Funeral Home, where the family will greet relatives and friends one hour prior to the service. Those desiring an expression of sympathy may consider the memorial fund established at Fifth-Third Bank. Arrangements are by the Pederson Funeral Home in Rockford. © 1998-2005 Traverse City Record-Eagle Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 13, 2005 DALE EDWARD WILLIAMS, 69, of Edwardsburg, formerly of Antrim County, died Friday, Feb. 11, 2005, at his home. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2005, at noon, at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church. Arrangements are by the Paul E. Mayhew Funeral Home in Edwardsburg. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle March 5, 2005 WILL WILLSEY, 89, of Traverse City, died Friday, March 4, 2005, at Munson Medical Center. Arrangements are pending and a full obit will be in Sunday's edition of the Record-Eagle. Arrangements are by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home of Traverse City. Traverse City Record-Eagle March 6, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Francis "Will" Willsey, a self-proclaimed "good architect," and a longtime Silver Lake resident, died Friday morning at Munson Medical Center. He was 89. Growing up on the western shore of Silver Lake, Will and his siblings, Thelma and Kenneth, enjoyed swimming, boating and taking part in running The Silver Lake Inn with their parents. It was there that Will's love of nature and beauty began. From the University of Michigan, Will received a bachelor's of arts degree in landscape architecture. He then worked for the Michigan Planning Commission in Battle Creek, where he met and married Virginia (Zuber). Will was accepted as an apprentice into the Frank Lloyd Wright Taliesin Fellowship, where he and Virginia lived for three years. In order to supervise the construction of a house in Northport that Mr. Wright designed, the couple moved back to Michigan. Will was later employed by the L.C. Kingscott Co., designing homes for the Battle Creek area. When asked what kind of architect he was, Will always answered, "A good one!" It was his life's work, yet he took time to enjoy many other facets of life, including owning The Silver Lake Inn after his parents died, adding to it a Gift Shop and The Brass Owl Gallery. Those surviving include his wife of 62 years, Virginia (Zuber) Willsey; his lifetime friend and brother, Kenneth; a niece, Julie Black; a nephew, Michael (Becky) Willsey; and his nephew's children, Liza and Adam. Going before him was his sister, Thelma (Willsey) Black; and two sisters-in-law, Rose Zuber and Helen (Zuber) Gould. Visitation will be held today, March 6, 2005, from 5 to 8 p.m., at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home, where a rosary will be said at 7:30 p.m. Mass will be celebrated Monday, March 7, 2005, at 11 a.m., at St. Patrick Catholic Church. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 6, 2005 INTERLOCHEN - Sylvernis "Bernie" Leslie Wilson, 83, of Interlochen, died Friday, Feb. 4, 2005, at his residence. He was born Oct. 12, 1921, in Oviatt, the son of Frank and Sarah (Peck) Wilson. When he was seventeen, he served in the Civilian Conservation Corps. Bernie had co-owned and operated Wilson's Garage and Body Shop from 1958 until his retirement in 1995. He attended Woodside Wesleyan Church in Lake Ann, and he enjoyed working on and painting automobiles, especially jeeps. Bernie also loved hunting and fishing. On Aug. 8, 1942, in Traverse City, Bernie married Gladys Violet Clark, who survives him. He is also survived by his son, Loren (Rita) Wilson of Maple City; daughter, Noreen (Richard) Henry of Benzonia; daughter-in-law, Linda Wilson of Interlochen; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sister, Elsie Starkey of Traverse City; two brothers, Arvid (Gladys) Wilson of Traverse City and George (Hazel) Wilson of Farwell; and numerous nieces and nephews. Bernie was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Wesley Wilson; one great-grandson, Joshua Robotham; and three brothers, Edward, Dennis and Elmer Wilson. Visitation will be held Monday, Feb. 7, 2005, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Bennett-Barz Funeral Home in Beulah. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2005, at 2 p.m., also at the funeral home, with the Reverend Daniel Shipton officiating. Interment will be in the Inland Township Cemetery in the spring. Memorial contributions may be made to Woodside Wesleyan Church or to Munson Hospice. The Bennett-Barz Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 8, 2005 ROBERT J. WILSON, of Petoskey, died unexpectedly Sunday, Feb. 6, 2005, at Northern Michigan Hospital. He was 55. Arrangements are incomplete and are in the care of the Stone Funeral Home of Petoskey. Traverse City Record-Eagle February 10, 2005 PETOSKEY - Robert J. "Bob" Wilson, 55, of Petoskey, died unexpectedly of a heart condition on Sunday, Feb. 6, 2005, at Northern Michigan Hospital. Bob was born Feb. 20, 1949, in Bellaire, the son of James and Marion (Miller) Wilson. Raised in Bellaire, he graduated from Bellaire High School. On Sept. 16,1967, Bob married Ava Gellis in Bellaire. In October of 1967, Bob joined the Coast Guard and served his country as an Aircraft Mechanic in Tennessee and North Carolina, and was honorably discharged in 1971. Bob was an active and vital member of the Petoskey community. He was admired by many and touched a lot of lives. He was a partner at Real Estate One, owner of RJW Construction, Wilson Farms, RJW Investments LLC and was an owner of a property management company for many rental properties. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles in Petoskey and loved working on his two working farms. He enjoyed boating, fishing, hunting, and spending time at his condo in Florida. Bob is survived by his two daughters, Becky (Mike) Griffes of Conway and Kim (Scott Carr) Crego of Orlando, Fla., and their mother, Ava McFarland of Indian River; parents, James and Marion Wilson of Bellaire; his loving companion and friend, Vicki Sackrider; step-granddaughter, Maggie Griffes; two sisters, Jan (Jim) Rathbun of East Jordan and Shirley (Don) Crocker of Rapid River; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews and a niece. Visitation will be held today, Feb. 10, 2005, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., at the Stone Funeral Home in Petoskey. Funeral services will be held on Friday, Feb. 11, 2005, at 10:30 a.m., also at the funeral home, with Pastor Aaron Cantrell officiating. Arrangements are in the care of the Stone Funeral Home of Petoskey. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 19, 2005 STEPHEN S. WILSON, 56, of Fife Lake, died Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2005, at his home. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Jan. 20, 2005, at 8 p.m., at the Wolfe Funeral Home in Kalkaska, where visitation will take place one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery when weather permits. Arrangements are by the Wolfe Funeral Home in Kalkaska. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 13, 2005 WILLIAMSBURG - Rodney A. Windish, 52, of Williamsburg, died suddenly as a result of an industrial accident at work in Traverse City on Thursday, Feb. 10, 2005. He was employed as an electrician/mechanic, and was well liked by his co-workers. Rodney was born Sept. 8, 1952, in Bellaire, to Geraldine Windish and the late Paul Windish. He grew up close to Finch Creek near Alden. He loved his family dearly. Vicky, his wife of 32 years; his children, Rodney (Stephanie) Windish and Heather (Jamie) Cooley; and his grandchildren, Kayla, Paige, Kimber, Emme and Ava were the light of his life. Rodney was a loving and kind man, especially with his children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Rodney had a gentle soul with the gift of listening, and had an understanding of the way children think about the world. He had great patience with them and was rewarded with unwavering love and affection. He was a wonderful "Dad," Papa," "Grandpa" and "Uncle Rod." Rodney also loved the outdoors, especially boating, swimming, deer hunting and mushrooming. He loved watching sunsets over East Bay. Rodney loved the Lord, and we know he is with Him now. He is survived by a large family of brothers, brothers-in-law, sisters, sisters-in-law, mother, Gerry Windish; mother-in-law, Virginia Miller; and father-in-law, Donald Miller. He will be deeply missed. Visitation will be today, Feb. 13, 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 Monday, Feb. 14, 2005, at 5 p.m., also at the funeral home. A meal will be provided for family and friends following the funeral services at the Antrim Church of Christ, south of Mancelona on US 131. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 23, 2005 BEATRICE E. WINDOVER, 90, of Traverse City, passed away on Friday, Jan. 21, 2005, at Munson Medical Center. A memorial service will be held at a later date. The family is being served by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home in Traverse City. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 13, 2005 GLADYS WOLF, 82, died Saturday, Feb. 12, 2005, at Munson Medical Center. A full obituary will follow in Monday's edition of the Record-Eagle. Arrangements are being handled by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. Traverse City Record-Eagle February 14, 2005 Gladys Elizabeth Wolf Died February 12, 2005 BUCKLEY - Gladys Elizabeth Wolf, 82, a longtime resident of Buckley, passed away Saturday, Feb. 12, 2005, at Munson Medical Center. Born March 27, 1922, in Stubenville, Ohio, she was the daughter of Frederick and Edith Mayhew. Gladys retired from the Traverse City State Hospital after 31 years of service as a LPAN. "Our Ma" was an avid gardener, animal lover and Meijer-aholic. She was the devoted mother of Saundra Kellogg of Midland, Karen Kroesing of Traverse City, Raymond "Butch" Wolf Jr. (Val Saxton) of Wayne and Cheryl Williams of Traverse City; loving grandmother of 14 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews and god-children; and her beloved dog Bridgett. Gladys was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Vivian Warner; and brothers, Fred Mayhew Jr. and George Dunlop. Visitation will take place Tuesday, Feb. 15, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home of Traverse City. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 16, at the funeral home, with interment in Grand Traverse Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Cherryland Humane Society, Traverse City. The family wishes to thank the very special employees of Meijer for their kindness and friendship towards Gladys over the years. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 27, 2005 GORDON A. WOLFE, 73, of Brethren, died Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2005, at his residence. Memorial services will be conducted at noon, Saturday, Jan. 29, 2005, at the Terwilliger Funeral Home in Kaleva, with visitation one hour prior to the service. The Rev. Floyd Soper will officiate. The Terwilliger Funeral Home in Kaleva is in charge of arrangements. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 13, 2005 HOUSTON - Scott Casey Wolfenberger, 24, born July 14, 1980, in Houston, died in his sleep on Saturday, Jan. 8, 2005. He was a graduate of Langham Creek High School and the University of Texas, earning his bachelor's degree in political science. He was also a brother in Kappa Sig. Scott was a partner in 5 Star Funding, a mortgage servicing company in Houston. A great friend, he was extremely loyal to all those he befriended. Scott loved all sports. He loved to play and seemed to be good at everything. He also loved to watch the Astros, Rockets, Texans, and above all else, his beloved Longhorns. Roses were his favorite flowers! Scott is survived by his parents, Tom and Carrie; brother, Tommy; sister, Katie of Houston; maternal grandparents, Fred and Nona Syme of Torch Lake; paternal grandfather, Gene Wolfenberger of Chatham, N.J.; stepgrandma, Debbie Wolfenberger; and stepgranddad, Jack Reynolds. Visitation and funeral services have taken place in Texas. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made in his name to the Scott Wolfenberger Memorial Fund, c/o Faith Community, 16155 Aspenglenn, Houston, Texas 77084; 281-859-5683. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 24, 2005 LORRAINE A. WOLKENS, 78, of Manistee, formerly of Jackson, died Saturday, Feb. 19, 2005, at Heartland Health Care of Grand Rapids. A memorial service will be held on Monday, Feb. 28, 2005, at 11 a.m., at the Herbert Funeral Home in Manistee, where visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in Hillcrest Memorial Park Cemetery in Jackson on Wednesday, March 2, 2005, at 11 a.m. Arrangements are by the Herbert Funeral Home in Manistee. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 15, 2005 MICHAEL W. 'WOODY' WOOD, 34, of Traverse City, died Sunday, Feb. 13, 2005, at home. Friends may call Wednesday evening, Feb. 16, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home, Traverse City. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 17, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church. A complete obituary will appear in the Wednesday edition of the Traverse City Record-Eagle. Traverse City Record-Eagle February 16, 2005 TRAVERSE CITY - Michael William "Woody" Wood, 34, of Traverse City, died Sunday, Feb. 13, 2005, at home. Formerly of Suttons Bay, he has been a resident of Traverse City since 1981. He was a 1988 graduate of Traverse City High School and received his associates degree in applied science from Northwestern Michigan College. For the past two years, Woody has been director of technology for the Kalkaska Public Schools. Prior to that, he had been employed by TBA, and also drove the Zamboni at Howe Arena and Centre Ice from the time he was 18 until the year 2000. Hockey has been a big part of his life, from youth hockey through high school. Born April 1, 1970, in Traverse City, he was the son of Stanley I. and Lenore E. (Lindstrom) Wood. On Aug. 3, 1996, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church. he married Jennifer J. Dobek, who survives. Also surviving are his parents, Stanley and Lenore of Traverse City; three sisters, JoAnne Wood of Traverse City, and Cheryl (Brian) Kissel and Denise Wood, all of Manistee; nieces and nephews, Samantha (David) Ashpaugh of Norman, Okla., Michael Docksey, Candi and Abigail Kissel, Christina, Rachel and Darci Wood, all of Manistee; and great-nephew, Kurtis Ashpaugh of Norman, Okla.; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins; and his beloved puppy, Tonka. Friends may call today, Feb. 16, 2005, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. Services will be held Thursday, Feb. 17, 2005, at 11 a.m., at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, with the Rev. Robert Carter officiating. A luncheon will follow services at the church. Memorials may directed to either the American Diabetes Association or to the Grand Traverse Hockey Association. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 24, 2005 KINGSLEY - Melvin Clark Woolman Jr. died Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2005, at Munson Medical Center. Born Oct. 29, 1923, in Wayne County, he was the son of Melvin and Lilah (Kenaga) Woolman Sr. Raised in Midland County, Melvin had lived in the Traverse City area since the 1950s, and had been a resident of Snyder AFC Home in Kingsley since the early 1970s. Melvin is survived by a sister, Catherine Smith of Midland; sister-in-law, Celia Woolman of Sanford; and several nieces and nephews. Melvin was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Fred. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held in the spring. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Covell-Smith Funeral Home in Kingsley. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 30, 2005 JAMES ARTHUR WORTLEY JR., 70, of Mesick, died Friday, Jan. 28, 2005, at his residence. Visitation will be held Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2005, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Terwilliger Funeral Home in Kaleva. Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, Feb. 2, at 11 a.m., also at the funeral home, with the Rev. Floyd Soper officiating. Interment will be in the Marilla Township Cemetery in the spring. The Terwilliger Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle January 26, 2005 DONALD WRIGHT, 34, of Indian River, formerly of Gaylord, died Monday, Jan. 24, 2005. Visitation will be today, Jan. 26, 2005, from 2 to 8 p.m., and Thursday, Jan. 27, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the Nelson Funeral Home in Gaylord. A funeral service will be held Thursday, Jan. 27, at 3: 30 p.m., at the First United Methodist Church in Gaylord, where visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Arrangements are by the Nelson Funeral Home in Gaylord. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz Traverse City Record-Eagle February 23, 2005 IONIA - Kathleen (Gavin) Wright, 40, of Ionia, passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her loving family and Hospice of Ionia, on Monday, Feb. 21, 2005. She was born May 31, 1964, in Grand Rapids, the daughter of John "Jack" and Mary Lou (Coolsen) Gavin. She married Robert Wright July 17, 2001. She is survived by her loving husband, Robert "Bobby" Wright of Ionia; children, Brittany Wright and Cody Wright; parents, Jack and Mary Lou Gavin of Traverse City; brothers, Rev. Patrick Gavin O. Carm of California and Dennis Gavin of Traverse City; father-in-law, Robert Wright of Saranac; mother-in-law, Vicki (Floyd) Goodwin of Ionia; brother and sisters-in-law, Terri Kerbyson of Ionia, Jeff Wright of Kentucky, Wendy Wright of Grand Rapids and Julie (Brett) Berger of Ionia; many nieces and nephews; and special friends. She was preceded in death by her brother, Terrence. The family will receive friends and relatives today, Feb. 23, 2005, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., and Thursday, Feb. 24, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 8: 30 p.m., at the Lake Funeral Home in Ionia, where a scripture service will be held at 8 p.m. Thursday. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, Feb. 25, 2005, at 11 a.m., at SS Peter & Paul Church, with Father Melvin Fox and the Rev. Patrick Gavin as celebrants. Interment will be in Easton Township Cemetery. Mary Cusack will be the organist. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ionia Area Hospice or Catholic Masses. On-line condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com. Traverse City Record-Eagle February 24, 2005 IONIA - Kathleen (Gavin) Wright, 40, of Ionia, passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her loving family and Hospice of Ionia, on Monday, Feb. 21, 2005. She was born May 31, 1964, in Grand Rapids, the daughter of John "Jack" and Mary Lou (Coolsen) Gavin. She married Robert Wright July 17, 2001. She is survived by her loving husband, Robert "Bobby" Wright of Ionia; children, Brittany Wright and Cody Wright; parents, Jack and Mary Lou Gavin of Traverse City; brothers, Rev. Patrick Gavin O. Carm of California and Dennis Gavin of Traverse City; father-in-law, Robert Wright of Saranac; mother-in-law, Vicki (Floyd) Goodwin of Ionia; brother and sisters-in-law, Terri Kerbyson of Ionia, Jeff Wright of Kentucky, Wendy Wright of Grand Rapids and Julie (Brett) Berger of Ionia; many nieces and nephews; and special friends. She was preceded in death by her brother, Terrence. The family will receive friends and relatives today, Feb. 23, 2005, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., and Thursday, Feb. 24, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 8: 30 p.m., at the Lake Funeral Home in Ionia, where a scripture service will be held at 8 p.m. Thursday. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, Feb. 25, 2005, at 11 a.m., at SS Peter & Paul Church, with Father Melvin Fox and the Rev. Patrick Gavin as celebrants. Interment will be in Easton Township Cemetery. Mary Cusack will be the organist. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ionia Area Hospice or Catholic Masses. Contributed by Sharon Compton Baatz |