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Lillian Meining
Tecumseh, MI
Lillian Meining, age 88, of Tecumseh, died December 20, 2006 at Herrick Memorial Hospital , Tecumseh after a short illness. Lillian was born October 18, 1918 in Butte , Montana the daughter of John Oscar Luoma and Louisa (Barkovi) Luoma. On November 16, 1935 she married Reino Meining in Pelkie , Michigan . They were married for 70 years. During World War II she worked for Republic Aviation in Detroit designing cutting tools. She retired from Manken Hospital , Wayne , Michigan after many years in the billing department. She and Reino then farmed in Tecumseh , Michigan for 25 years.
Lillian was the President of the Tecumseh Women’s Club, past Matron of the Order of the Eastern Star. She also belonged to the Lenawee County Antique Tractor Association and the Wit and Wisdom Club.
Lillian is survived by her sisters-in-law Helen S. Mikels of Pleasant Hill , CA and Olive
A Meining LTCDM Ret U. S. Navy of Auburn, CA,; four nieces Maureen (George) Mimari of San Antonio, Texas, Manette (Wil) Gephardt of Pleasant Hill, CA, Helen
Jean (Lee) Fingar of Darrien, CT, and Cordelia Sheets of Amsterdam, Netherlands; three nephews Peter (Mary Anne) Sheets of North Liberty, Iowa, Michael (Jan) Sheets M. D. of Kaysville, Utah, John (Diane) Lassila of Wisconsin and several grand nephews and nieces. Amongst her relatives she is also survived by many wonderful friends whom she loved dearly.
She was preceded in death by her husband Reino, her parents and brother.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, December 28, 2006 at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh with Rev. Alan Maki officiating. Burial will follow in Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens .
Visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at J. GIlbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh.
Terri Lynette Smith
ADRIAN, Mich. — Terri Lynette Smith, age 55, of Adrian, Mich., passed away Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2006, at home.
She was born Nov. 15, 1951, in Adrian, and remained in the community to raise her family. She had many friends including close neighbors, who cared for and frequently helped her, the Adrian Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses, and the Goodwill Store.
She is survived by her two sons, Christopher S. (Marilyn) Smith and Shawn M. Smith; grandson, Taryn Smith; mother, Pauline Abbott; father, Jerry Abbott; brother, Lanny (Beverly) Abbott; sister Susan Proffitt; and her very special niece & nephew Amy Howard and Jason Proffitt. She was also loved by many grand nieces and nephews, who affectionately referred to her as 'Titi'.
A memorial service will be held for Terri on Wednesday, Dec. 27, at Purse Funeral Home, 2959 N. Adrian Hwy (M-52) in Adrian. Visitation for family and friends is from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Terri’s brother, Lanny Abbott, will lead the service beginning at 8:00 PM. At Terri’s request, cremation has taken place.
Those wishing to make a contribution to the memorial fund may do so at the funeral home.
Susan Dangler-Suydam
ADRIAN, MI
Susan Dangler-Suydam, age 55, of Adrian and Tecumseh, passed away December 24, 2006.
Susan was born June 5, 1951 in Adrian, Michigan the daughter of Paul and Margaret (Twist) Dangler. On October 25, 1979 she married Terry Suydam in Adrian.
He survives.
Susan was a graduate of St. Joseph Academy, Adrian and attended Siena Heights University, Adrian.
She served the Domincan Sisters working at Maria Hall for over a quarter of a century.
She was a loving wife and mother, and will be truly missed by all those who knew and loved her.
Besides her husband Terry, Susan is survived by three sons Noah, Neil, and Nicholas Suydam at home, two sisters Mary (Randy) Wilson of Adrian and Patricia Bolenbaugh; three brothers Paul J. (Mary Lou) Dangler, Thomas Dangler, and John (Nancy) Dangler all of Florida; her mother and father in law, Ivan "Ike" and Reo Suydam of Adrian; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
The family will receive friends and relatives from 6 to 8 P. M. Wednesday, December 27, 2006.
A Memorial Gathering will be from 12:00 to 2:00 P. M. Thursday, December 28, 2006, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian Interment will follow at Lenawee Hills Memorial Park, Adrian.
Mildred Niceley
ADRIAN, MI
Mildred Niceley, 81, of Adrian, passed away, December 27, 2006, at Herrick Memorial Hospital. She was born July 14, 1925, the daughter of Albert H. & Fara G. (Howard) Humphrey in Livia, KY. On December 23, 1945, she married Warren Lee Niceley in Lexington, KY. He survives.
In addition to her husband of 61 years, Warren, she is survived by her children; Betty Sue Leonard of Durango, CO, Janet Hale (Malcolm) Snell of Carmel, IN, Warren Lee "Bud" (Bonnie) Niceley, Jr. of Tecumseh, MI, and LeAnn Niceley of Adrian, MI, her grandchildren; Douglas L. (Sharon) Brinley, Deborah L. (Dean) Jacobs, Brian E. (Elena) Snell, M.D., Scott M. Snell, Shannon L. Niceley, Shawna K. Niceley, Michael J. (Darcy) Snell, and Victoria A. Snell. great grandchildren; Cameron Jacobs, Camille Jacobs, Olivia Snell; her siblings; Julia Lee James of Johnson City, TN and Hubert Gene (Sue Ann) Humphrey of Falls of Rough, KY, and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Linda Turner and Ruth Edds, one brother, Gary Humphrey, and two infant siblings.
According to her wishes, private burial will take place and no local services will be held.
Arrangements have been entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, MI.
Barbara I. Branham
ADRIAN
Barbara I. Branham, 71, of Adrian, formerly of Belleville, passed away, December 26, 2006, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. She was born December 2, 1935, the daughter of Frank & Mary (Suhoza) Drotar in Detroit, MI. Barbara was retired from GM Powertrain in Ypsilanti, MI.
She is survived by three daughters; Laura Miller, Deborah (Darryl) Wilford, and Mickie Branham, three granddaughters; Jessica, Kaitlyn, and KArmyn, two sisters; Anne (James) Hart and Laura (Michael) Podrosky, and four brothers; Fred (Addie) Drotar, Kenneth (Brenda) Drotar, Dave (Judy) Drotar, and Michael Drotar.
She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters and three brothers.
Memorial Services will be held 2:00 PM, Saturday, December 30, 2006, in the J. GILBERT PURSE FUNERAL HOME, Adrian, MI. Visitation will be from 12:00 PM until the time of service at the funeral home.
Arthur Floyd McGee
JACKSON
Arthur Floyd McGee age 68, of Jackson, passed away peacefully December 31, 2006, at home surrounded by family and friends.
He was born June 6, 1938, in Jackson, MI, the son of Myron and Maxine (Mead)McGee.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Jim, and son Arthur Jr.
He is survived by his wife Robin McGee, whom he married Nov. 1, 1985.
Also surviving are his children, Annette (Tim) Templeton, and Shaun (Jennifer) McGee; brother, Shannon (Carolyn); sisters, Myrt (Dale) Weary, and Myrna Przano; 6 grandchildren; and 6 great grandchildren.
Mr. McGee worked for Wyman Gordon.
He will be sadly missed by family and friends.
Regrets can be sent to his wife.
Memorial services will be held 2:00 p.m. Sunday, January 7, 2007
at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 11151 US 12 Brooklyn, Michigan.
Final arrangements entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh.
Gilbert A. Mayo
Gilbert A. Mayo, age 50, of Jackson died January 1, 2007 at Foote Hospital under the loving care of family, friends and Hospice.
Gilbert was born September 29, 1956 in Jackson, Michigan the son of Gilbert and Jessie (Swope) Mayo.
Gilbert worked as a machinist prior to his accident.
Besides his parents Gilbert and Jessie; Gilbert is survived by his sisters, Reta McDonald and Wendy (Chris) Duguid; six nieces; several great nieces; and nephews.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 P. M. Friday, January 5, 2007 at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh with the Rev. Lloyd Jewett officiating.
Burial will follow in Pherdun cemetery, Sandstone Twp.
Visitation will also be on Friday at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh, from 12:00 Noon until the time of service.
Delma V. Saunders
TECUMSEH
Delma V. Saunders, age 77 of Tecumseh, passed away January 2, 2007.
Delma was born April 11, 1929 in Gallipolis, Ohio the daughter of Samuel and Judith (Porter) Bates. On May 9, 1948 she married Joshua Saunders . He survives.
Besides her husband Joshua, Delma is survived by her children Larry (Jackee) Saunders of Adrian and Tanya Downard of Tecumseh; two brothers, Hank Bates of Adrian and Herman Bates of Brighton; two sisters, Jewell Winters of Adrian and Betty Hill of Hammond, Indiana; 10 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by two daughters Pauline and Eloise Leslie; three brothers Armand, Hal, and Delbert; and one great grandson.
Funeral services will be 1:00 P. M. Tuesday, January 9, 2007 at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh with the Pastor Michael Vickers officiating. Interment will follow at Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens, Tecumseh.
Visitation will be Monday, January 8, 2007 from 2-4 and 6-8 pm at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh.
