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Hartman, Margaret Ellen
July 10, 1924 - January 20, 2005
Margaret Ellen Hartman, 80, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away on Thursday, January 20, 2005, at Central Michigan Community Hospital.
Funeral services for Margaret will be held on Sunday, January 23, 2005 at 4 p.m. from Clark Funeral Chapel with Dr. Stephen Shugert officiating. Interment will follow in the Memorial Gardens cemetery. The family will receive friends on Saturday, January 22, 2005 from 1-3 and 5-7 p.m. and on Sunday, January 23, 2005 from 2 p.m. until time of service at the funeral chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or Mt. Pleasant Public Library. Envelopes will be available at the chapel.
Margaret was born July 10, 1924, in Ashland, Ohio, the daughter of Edgar and Myra (Cook) French. She served in the United States Navy in Washington D.C. during World War II. Margaret married Horace Hartman in South Bend, Indiana. She moved from South Bend to Mt. Pleasant in 1966. Margaret and her husband started A-1 Janitor Service in 1968 which provided residential and commercial cleaning services for Central Michigan. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church. Margaret enjoyed reading, bridge, sailing, needle point and being a swimming instructor.
Margaret is survived by her children, Arthur (Robin) Bahr of Mt. Pleasant, Andrew Bahr (Fiancee’ Kay Souder) of Mt. Pleasant, Mary (Tom) Suman of Lake, Paul “Al” (Coni) Bahr of Caro and Martha (Pat) Bowers of Mt. Pleasant; step-daughter, Kathryn (Phillip) Lombard of Ithaca; fourteen grandchildren; six great-grandchildren and one sister, Esther Criddle of Carmel, California.
Margaret was preceded in death by her husband, Horace in 1978; Step-son, David Hartman; grandson, Matthew Bahr; sisters, Carol Wolfe and Virginia Wagar and her parents.
Zeien, Walter John
September 18, 1927 - January 19, 2005
Walter John Zeien, 77, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away on Wednesday, January 19, 2005, at his home.
A Funeral Mass for Walter will be held on Saturday, January 22, at 2 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Fr. Robert Byrne officiating. Interment will take place in Memorial Gardens cemetery in Mt. Pleasant. Friends may call at Clark Funeral Chapel on Thursday, January 20, from 7-9 p.m.; Friday, January, 21 from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. A prayer service will be held on Friday at 8 p.m. at the funeral chapel. Visitation will also be held from 1 p.m. until time of service on Saturday at the Church. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Central Michigan. Envelopes will be available at Clark Funeral Chapel.
Walter was born September 18, 1927, in Isabella Co., the son of Louis and Lillian (Hauck) Zeien. Walter graduated from Beal City High School. He married Janice Metcalf on June 13, 1953 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. He served in the U.S. Army. Walter was the Deerfield Township Treasurer for 24 years and a Charter Member of the Beal City Knights of Columbus.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Janice Zeien, one sister, Marlene (Rene) Helias, seven children: Denise (Orlin) Bowman of Marquette, MI, John (Pam) Zeien of Mt. Pleasant, Rose (Frank) Cousin of Lansing, MI, Patty (John) Foldesi of Parchment, MI, Mary (Dave) Spence of Mt. Pleasant, Doug (Stacie) Zeien of Mt. Pleasant and Janeen (Mark) Robeson of Ypsilanti, MI. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren: Orlin Bowman IV, Evan Bowman, Leslie Zeien, Nicholas Zeien, Derek Zeien, Natalie Cousin, Marcus Cousin, Frank Cousin III, Christopher Foldesi, Adam Foldesi, Jordan Spence, Arielle Spence, Sydney Zeien, Catherine Robeson and Michael Robeson.
Stoughton, Ruth
March 13, 1936 - January 18, 2005
Ruth J. Stoughton, 68, of Breckenridge, passed away on Tuesday, January 18, 2005, at Carson City Hospital.
Committal services for Ruth will be held on Wednesday, January 26, 2005 at 1 p.m. from Ridgelawn cemetery Chapel in Breckenridge.
Ruth was born March 13, 1936, in Gratiot County, the daughter of Opal (Pratt) and Clifford Hines. She married Ray Stoughton, he preceded her in death. Ruth was a member of 7th Day Adventist Church in Alma.
Ruth is survived by her daughters, Susie Stoughton of Elmhall and Patricia Stoughton of Riverdale; four grandchildren; sisters, Gladys Thompson of St. Louis, Opal Brunner of Prudenville and Linda Osborn of Breckenridge.
Ruth was preceded in death by her son, Rusty Stoughton in April 2000 and brother, Clifford Hines.
Cotter, Virginia (McConnell)
March 18, 1918 - January 15, 2005
M. Virginia Cotter, 86, passed away on Jan. 15, 2005. A Funeral Mass for Virginia will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 18, at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church with Fr. John Cotter and Fr. Raymond Cotter officiating with interment in Calvary cemetery. Friends may call at Clark Funeral Chapel on Sunday, Jan. 16, from 7-9 p.m. and Monday, Jan. 17, from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. There will be a prayer service Monday, Jan. 17, at 7:30 p.m. at the funeral chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart Academy Foundation.
Virginia was born March 18, 1918, in Vernon Twp, the daughter of Raymond and Mary (O’Connell) McConnell. She graduated from Sacred Heart Academy in 1934 and then attended Central Normal College. On June 15, 1946, at St. Henry’s Church, Virginia married Devereaux “Dave” Cotter. He preceded Virginia in death Jan. 26, 1981. Virginia was a loving wife and mother and homemaker. She was a member of Sacred Heart Church, a charter member of the Parish Council, a founding member of the Sacred Heart Academy Foundation, and a member of the Catholic Daughters.
Virginia is survived by children, Fr. John Cotter of Beal City, James (Linda) Cotter of Louisville, KY; Timothy (Mary) Cotter of Greenville, SC; Fr. Raymond Cotter of Frankfort, Margaret Crawford (Michael) of Lansing, Peter (Denise) Cotter of Jackson, Therese Cotter of Rockford, Karen (Robert) Lamb of Clarkston; 15 grandchildren, Leslie, Mark, and Suzanne Cotter; David (Bethany) Cotter; Ellen and Virginia Cotter; Douglas Crawford; Andrea, Monica, Eilene, Maureen, and Kathleen Cotter; Kathryn, Robert, and Cotter Lamb; 1 great-grandchild, Clare Cotter; brother Richard (Helen) McConnell, M.D., of Kalamazoo, sister Cathryn Higgins of Rio Verde, AZ; brothers-in-law, Robert Kraft of Frisco, TX; and William Maxbauer of Traverse City; sisters-in-law Tean McConnell of Rosebush, Ruth Cotter of Clare, and Violet Cotter of St. Joseph; many loving nieces and nephews. Virginia was preceded in death by her husband; parents; brothers Francis, Paul, and Justin McConnell; sisters Marjorie (Fred) Orr, Monica (John) Kelly, Isabel (Daniel) Kerley, Joan Maxbauer, Florence Kraft, and infant sister Florence McConnell; brothers-in-law Gerald (Alta) Cotter, Timothy Cotter, Paul Cotter, Mark Cotter, and Thomas Cotter; sisters-in-law Agnes (Karl) Kipfmueller and Kathleen (Harold) Finnerty.
The family extends their heart-felt gratitude to Mary Kerns and Suzanne Burgin for the extraordinary care and dedication provided to Virginia.
Gilby, Ronald R.
December 8, 1953 - January 15, 2005
Ronald R. Gilby, 51, of Shepherd, passed away on Saturday, January 15, 2005, at his home.
Funeral services for Ronald will be held on Wednesday, January 19, at 11 a.m. at Clark Funeral Chapel with Rev. Russ Atherton of Evart Free Methodist Church officiating. Interment will follow in Memorial Gardens cemetery in Mt. Pleasant. Friends may call at Clark Funeral Chapel on Monday, January 17, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and Tuesday, January 18, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Envelopes will be available at Clark Funeral Chapel.
Ronald was born December 8, 1953, in Lansing, the son of Marion (Newcomb) and Aubrury Gilby, Jr. He served in the United States Army. Ronald married Tina Yeager on February 3, 1996, in Evart. He owned and operated a towing service, Gilby’s Towing. Ronald enjoyed truck driving, fishing, and repossessing cars.
Ronald is survived by his wife, Tina; 3 children: Timothy Ronald Gilby (Nichole Bussell) of Mt. Pleasant, Tammy Sue Gilby (James Bissett) of Riverdale, and Debra Ann Gilby Rush of Edmore; 9 grandchildren; 4 brothers, Don Gilby, Roger Gilby, Mark Gilby, and Marty Gilby and 2 sisters, Lori Snider (Ray) and Kelli Catching (Matthew), all of Texas.
Ronald was preceded in death by his father and mother and brother Dennis Gilby.
Cotter, Virginia McConnell
March 18, 1918 - January 15, 2005
The Cotter family has lost a wonderful mother and grandmother, a beloved wife, a loving sister and aunt, and a precious friend! She was the heart of our family and a stabilizing force in our busy home. Our mother was always there when we needed her; no matter how hectic the day. Hers was a life of love -- she loved life. She loved her husband. She loved her children. She loved to laugh. She loved God. Her Christian faith permeated her life. Throughout her long life, she remained a modest and humble soul. Although the Lord has called her home, in a manner of speaking, she is still with us. Her life evokes a world of precious memories for our family. Her passing saddens us and she will be sorely missed. But we also rejoice, knowing she is in the everlasting arms of the God she loved. . . in Heaven, where there is no more illness or death.
Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May she and all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
Lovingly remembered by her daughter, Therese
Morey, Jeri Lee
July 5, 1942 - January 7, 2005
Jeri Lee (Dent) Morey, loving daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, was called home to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 7. After a brief illness, she surprised us all by dying quietly in her Florida home, while her beloved 87 year old mother, Marguerite Dent, caressed her forehead and spoke lovingly to her.
Funeral Services for Jeri will be held on Wednesday, January 12, at 10 a.m. from Clark Funeral Chapel with Rev. John Boley officiating. Interment will follow in the Union Township cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, January 11, 2005 from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at the chapel.
Jeri, in her own words, had the “best life.” She was born in Los Angeles, California, on July 5, 1942, to Vernon and Marguerite Dent and big brother, Robert. She graduated from Gardena, (California) High School in 1960 and married Robert M. Cowley. Together they had two daughters, Michelle Renee and Julie Marie. Struck with bipolar disorder in the mid-1960’s, she later divorced Mr. Cowley and took her daughters to Michigan to start life anew. It was there she met “the love of her life,” Norval K. Morey, founder and CEO of Morbark, inc. They were married 20 years when Norval died in 1997.
Jeri was preceded in death by her father, grandparents and husband. She is survived by her mother, Marguerite, her children Julie and Jeff Recker and Michelle and Ed White and the eight grandchildren she loved so much: Elise, Alissa, Alexa and Ian Recker, and Matthew, Benjamin, Nina and Natalie White. She is also survived by her brother and his wife, Virginia, and their children and grandchildren: Julie and Wes Hilton and their children Holly, Kendra, Savannah, and Chloe; and Jennifer and Matt Owen. Also surviving are step-sister Lucille Towne, step-brother Ralph Morey and other members of Norval’s family as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins including her Auntie Donna, and Uncle George Dawson, her cousin Michelle and her daughter Alison, and her Aunt Mary and Uncle George Higue.
Jeri loved flowers, particularly yellow roses and flowers from Norval’s garden. But not long before she died, she mentioned a desire to set up a fund to help some of the lowliest among us -- the mentally ill. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression, 60 Cutter Mill Road, Suite 404, Great Neck, New York, 11021, (800) 829-8289.
Borodychuk, Michael Barry
May 1, 1946 - January 1, 2005
Michael Barry Borodychuk, 58, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away on Saturday, January 1, 2005, at Central Michigan Community Hospital.
Funeral services for Michael will be held on Wednesday, January 5, at 11 a.m. from Clark Funeral Chapel with Pastor Scott McKee of Mt. Pleasant Community Church officiating. Interment will follow in Memorial Gardens cemetery in Mt. Pleasant. Friends may call at Clark Funeral Chapel on Tuesday, January 4, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and on Wednesday, January 5, from 10 a.m. until time of service. Memorial contributions may be made to Community Cancer Services. Envelopes will be available at Clark Funeral Chapel.
Michael was born May 1, 1946, in Cass City, the son of Alexander and Evelyn (Hool) Borodychuk. He married his wife Karen on January 13, 1973. She predeceased Michael on July 23, 2001. Michael was a self-employed landman in the oil industry for 26 years. He was a member of the Michigan Oil & Gas Association, the NRA, and the Republican Party. He was active hunting and fishing, motorcycling, four-wheeling, snowmobiling, and canoeing. Michael was a wonderful cook and was known for his joy of collecting just about everything. He enjoyed spending his leisure time at the cabin “The Cozy” in Grayling. Michael loved being with his grandson Kyle.
Michael is survived by his children Eric (Kelley) Borodychuk and Chad (Lisa) Borodychuk, both of Mt. Pleasant; grandson, Kyle Borodychuk; brothers Alex (Paula) Borodychuk of Columbia, TN, Ron (Linsey) Borodychuk of Caro, Kerry (Linda) Borodychuk of Grayling; and his sisters Leatha (Dale) Cudworth of Linden, Janet (Giddeon) Robarge of Ossineke, Diane Mathis of Byron, and Shelley (Kevin) Youngert of Davisburg; and many nieces and nephews.
Michael was preceded in death by his wife, parents, and two brothers.
Mull, James Allen
July 26, 1928 - December 26, 2004
James Allen Mull, 76, of Mt. Pleasant passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Sunday, December 26, 2004, at his home.
Funeral services for Jim will be Wednesday, December 29, at 2 p.m. at Clark Funeral Chapel. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, December 28, from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. at Clark Funeral Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Central Michigan or Winn United Methodist Church. Envelopes will be available at the funeral chapel.
Jim was born on July 26, 1928, on the family farm near Olivet, Michigan. He graduated from Olivet High School. Jim worked at Dale Steel in Lansing before joining the Air Force in 1946 where he served in the military police in Japan. Jim joined the Michigan State Police in 1950 and was stationed in Flat Rock. He trooped at several different posts: Mt. Pleasant, Detroit, and Jonesville. He was promoted to detective and ran the first State Police Undercover Narcotic Squad in Michigan. Jim retired in 1975 as a Det. Lieutenant Michigan State Police Post in Detroit. When Jim retired, he bought a farm and took a part-time job as Civil Defense Director of Isabella County. He was elected and served as Sheriff of Isabella County in 1981-1988.
Jim belonged to many civic organizations throughout his career, including Civitan, Masons, VFW, Eagles, Lions, and Toastmasters. He was a member of the Winn United Methodist Church and choir.
Jim is survived by his wife of 55 years Beverly Mull (King); his children Deborah (Richard) McQueen of Blanchard, Karen (Dan) Denslow of Mt. Pleasant, James (Donna) Mull II of Mt. Pleasant; his grandchildren Allen, Gregory, Sean Moyle, Jaime Stegall, Anthony, Sarah, Ruth, and Rachel Villanueva, Lonnie, Kelly, Alvin, Rick, Leslie and Kathy McQueen; great-grandchildren Audra, Lauren, Paige, Logan, Colton, Talon and Cameo; brother Ronald (Joyce) Mull of Belton, MO; sister Bernice Eaton of Vermontville, MI.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law Keith Eaton.
Jourdain, Dorothy E.
June 3, 1914 - December 25, 2004
Dorothy E. Jourdain, 90, of Weidman went to be with her Lord on Saturday, December 25, 2004, at Tendercare Nursing Home in Mt. Pleasant.
Funeral services for Dorothy will be Tuesday, December 28, at 2 p.m. at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church in Beal City with Fr. John Cotter officiating. Interment will take place at Calvary cemetery. The family will receive friends today, December 27, from 6-8 p.m. at Clark Funeral Chapel with a prayer service at 6:30 p.m.. Visitation will be held at 12 noon till time of service on Tuesday, December 28th at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church. Envelopes will be available at the funeral chapel.
Dorothy was born on June 3, 1914, in Rosebush, the daughter of John and Nellie (Sheahan) McFarlane. She married Archie Jourdain on October 19, 1935 at St. Cecilia Catholic Church in Clare, he preceded her in 1989. Dorothy worked as a switch board operator at Central Michigan Community Hospital for 15 years. She was a member of the St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church and the Catholic Daughters. She was a wonderful cook, seamstress, good card player and a fantastic grandma.
Dorothy is survived by her son, John (Janice) Jourdain of Clare; daughter Joyce (Ronald) Reihl of Lake Isabella; grandchildren, Christina (Bill) Barker, Greg Jourdain, Jennifer Robison and Jayme (Tony) Martin; great grandchildren; Jessica and Katlin Jourdain, Jacob and Julia Robison, Jordan Barker and Lucas Martin sister-in-laws; Dorothy Lawler and Mildred McFarlane.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, son; Jerry Jourdain; daughter; Bernice Jourdain; brothers Gerald and Frank McFarlane; sisters; Kathleen Thayer, Marjorie Murphy, Rosie Glenn and Jean Jabour.
Wejrowski, Adelle
December 29, 1914 - December 24, 2004
Adelle “Ida” Wejrowski, 89, of Mt. Pleasant passed away on Friday, December 24, 2004, at her residence.
A Funeral Mass for Ida will be held Tuesday, December 28, at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church with Fr. Robert Byrne officiating. Interment will follow in Calvary cemetery. The family will receive friends on Monday, December 27, from 5-9 p.m. at Clark Funeral Chapel and on Tuesday, December 28, from 9 a.m. until time of service at Sacred Heart Church. There will be a prayer service on Monday evening at 7 p.m. at the funeral chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart Academy Foundation. Envelopes will be available at the funeral chapel.
Ida was born on December 29, 1914, in Owendale, Michigan, the daughter of George and Adelle (Derer) Latzko. She married Edmund E. Wejrowski on August 31, 1936, at Sacred Heart Church. Her husband preceded Ida in death in 1991. Ida owned Valley Resale for 35 years until her retirement in 1995. She was a member of Sacred Heart Church and the K of C Auxiliary 1297.
Ida is survived by her children, Mary Ann “Susi” Straus (Carl) of Beal City, John Wejrowski (fiance’ Liz) of Traverse City , Teresa Stickler (Paul) of Beal City and David Wejrowski of Mt. Pleasant; 15 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; and her sister Emma Hershey of Altona, PA; sister-in-law Marie Latzko of Mt. Pleasant.
Ida was preceded in death by her husband; her grandson Craig Straus; brothers Joseph, Daniel, George, and John; and sister Mary Ann Coggins.
Holp, Donald F.
May 17, 1924 - December 20, 2004
Donald Frederick Holp, 80, of Taylor, SC and formerly of Mt. Pleasant, passed away on Monday, December 20, 2004, in Greenville, SC.
Funeral services for Donald will be Monday, December 27, 2004 at 2:30 p.m. at Clark Funeral Chapel. Interment will follow in Riverlawn cemetery. The family will receive friends on Sunday, December 26, 2004 from 4-8 p.m. at Clark Funeral Chapel.
Donald was born on May 17, 1924, in Denver Twp., MI, the son of Adam and Eva (Bender) Holp. He owned and worked as an electrician for Holp Electric since 1950. Donald was a member of the Mt. Pleasant Masonic Lodge #305 and the Mt. Pleasant Fire Department for 11 years. He had a strong work ethic.
Donald is survived by his children, Arvella (Chris) Cross of Shepherd, Lois Schutt of Mt. Pleasant, Dawn (John) Schafer of Taylor, SC and Richard (Tina) Holp of Rosebush; grandchildren, Chad (Ronda) Cross of Shepherd, Lisa (Pete) Alexander of Shepherd, Rick and Ryan Schutt both of Mt. Pleasant, Bradley Holp of Rosebush and Lindsey and Timothy Schafer both of Taylor, SC; Great-grandchildren, Logan, Landon and Layne Alexander of Shepherd, Macy Schutt of Mt. Pleasant and Mason Cross of Shepherd; sisters, Imogene Keller of St. Joseph, Frances Watson of Mt. Pleasant, Lillian Prout of Rosebush, Kathern (Jim) O’Donnell of Rosebush and two brothers, Adam (Vada) Holp of Lansing and Phillip Holp of Rosebush.
Donald was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Evelyn Lapham; sister-in-law, Irene Holp and brother-in-laws, Don Keller, Verlin Lapham, Elton Watson and Lloyd Prout.
Crain, Roy Marshburn
February 9, 1944 - December 17, 2004
Roy M. Crain, age 60, of Taylor, formerly of Mt. Pleasant, passed away after a tragic airplane accident on Friday, December 17, 2004 in Littleton, Colorado.
Funeral services for Roy will take place on Monday, December 27, 2004 at 11a.m. at the Clark Funeral Chapel. Pastor Barry Flanders will officiate.
Burial will take place at the Riverside cemetery in Mt. Pleasant. Friends may call Clark Funeral Chapel on Sunday, December 26 from 4-8 p.m.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy or Mission Aviation Fellowship. Envelopes will be available at the Clark Funeral Chapel.
Roy was born February 9, 1944 in Norfolk, Virginia, the son of Cassell and Mary (Marshburn) Crain. Roy was a pilot and an instructor who provided flight training programs around the U.S. He had previously owned and operated a general aviation business with a flight school and charter operations and an aircraft management company. He managed the Mt. Pleasant airport for several years. Roy was an avid bicyclist and a member of the Michigan Mountain Biking Association and the Downriver Cycling Club. He enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren.
Roy is survived by his children, Jeanne (Eric) Weseman of Wheaton, Illinois, Stephanie (Keith) Randall of Kenai, Alaska, Roy O. Crain of Charlotte, North Carolina, Susan Crain of Romeoville, Illinois and Jonathan Crain of Mt. Pleasant and five grandchildren, Thomas and Tobias Randall and Ethan, Claire and Trevor Weseman.
Roy was preceded in death by his parents.
