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Elizabeth Jane Filter
Tecumseh, MI
Elizabeth Jane (Anderson) Filter, age 90, of Tecumseh, died at her home in Cambrian Assisted Living in Tecumseh, Michigan, on January 11, 2008. Bettie, as her friends and family called her, was the daughter of John Harold (Hop) Anderson, proprietor of the longtime downtown boulevard business bearing the Anderson name in Tecumseh from the Civil War until the 1950's, and Anna Lentz Anderson. Bettie echoed her Father's choice of spouse years later when she fell in love with Donald Francis Filter, a son of a German immigrant family who was making waves with his twin Ron as star students and athletes at THS. Her friends teased Bettie about her long crush on Don in the THS yearbook, but she bided her time until Don's return after graduation from GMI (now Kettering University), and they married on September 17, 1937.
Don's career as an industrial engineer took them to Dearborn, then to the Dayton and Galion, Ohio areas before they returned to live in Brooklyn Michigan in 1968.
In the meantime, Bettie, who took her responsibilities as a traditional homemaker very seriously, raised two children: Terrance A. Filter, Ph.D., now a clinical psychologist living in Ann Arbor; and Jennifer Dianne (Filter) Simpson R. N., now the nursing manager of a healthcare facility in Traverse City. In every place they lived, Don and Bettie were active members of the local Episcopal church, enjoyed gardening, bird watching, and socializing with a few friends and family, in addition to supporting their children's activities. Seldom were there a ballgame, recital, or school play that was missed. In 1989, Don and Bettie moved back to Tecumseh and lived in Herrick Park until their move to Cambrian in mid-2006.
Bettie is survived by both children, her husband, a sister, Jocelyn Barritt of Tecumseh, and a brother, Harold Anderson of Clark Lake, in addition to a grandson, Dr. Christopher Adam Pohlod of Lansing, a grand daughter, Amy Melissa (Pohlod) Zezulak of Chicago, and two great grandchildren, Sydney and Erin Elizabeth Pohlod. She is preceded in death by a brother John Anderson, and sisters Wilhemine (Billie) Retter and Julie Johnston.
Funeral services will be 11:00 A. M. Tuesday, January 15, 2008 at St. Peters Episcopal Church, Tecumseh, with Rev. John Lohmann officiating.
Burial will follow in Clark Lake cemetery, Brooklyn, Michigan.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee.
Arrangements are by the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh.
Dorothy Ann Conklin
Adrian, MI
Dorothy Ann Conklin, age 87, of Adrian, passed away January 16, 2008.
Dorothy was born February 6, 1920 in Detroit, Michigan the daughter of Louis and Gladys German. On January 29, 1940 she married John Conklin in Angola. Indiana.
He preceded her in death on May 19, 1982.
She worked for Ford Motor Company and retired from Peerless Gear. Dorothy was a member of the Adrian VFW Ladies Auxiliary, Disabled American Veterans and was active in the Adrian Foster Grandparents program.
Dorothy is survived by her children, Linda (William) Arnett and John Conklin both of Adrian; her sister, Gladys (Vern) Silkwood of Arkansas; daughter in laws, Sue Conklin of Colorado and JoAnn Conklin of Adrian; 9 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren.
Besides her husband John, Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents; son William and 5 brothers, Ronald, Philip, Frederick, Louis, and Roger German.
According to her wishes cremation has taken place.
A private family graveside service will be held in Baldwin, Michigan at a later date. The family wishes to give a special thank you to Hospice of Lenawee and also thank the staff of Lynwood Manor.
Arrangements were by the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.
Caroline Gabrielle Nichols
Adrian, MI
Caroline Gabrielle Nichols, age 58, formerly Nancy Eva Krall, of Adrian, passed away after a lengthy illness on January 21, 2008 at the Windsor Lane Health Care Center, Gibsonburg, Ohio.
Caroline was born September 7, 1949 in Adrian, Michigan the daughter of Ernest E. and Dorothy A. Krall.
Caroline was a graduate of Adrian High School and Michigan State University where she received a Bachelors Degree.
Caroline is survived by her brother, Ernest E. (Bud) Krall, Jr. and his wife Eva Paulette Krall of Genoa, Oh; niece Tonia Cogswell; great aunt to Brooke Cogswell and Nicholas Gallagher, all of Genoa, OH.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
A memorial service will be held 11:00 A. M. Thursday, January 24, 2008 at Bethany Assembly of God Church, U.S. 223, Adrian.
Visitation will be 10:00 A. M.. one hour prior to the service at the church.
Arrangements are by the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.
ROB E. ELLIOTT
ADRIAN
Rob E. Elliott, age 37, of Adrian, died January 22, 2008 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
He was born July 27, 1970, in Trenton, MI the son of Bobby and Pansy (Hall) Elliott.
He was a graduate of Onsted High School, Class of 1988. Rob was currently employed with Painters Supply, Adrian. He was a lifelong car enthusiast and enjoyed going to car shows.
Rob had a world class talent for restoring cars.
Rob is survived by his mother Pansy of Adrian; brother, Randy (Kim) Elliott of Alpena; aunt, Carolyn Fleming of Lincoln Park, MI; several cousins; grandparents; Ivan and Irene Kimery of Adrian; dear companion, Kelly Bencheck and her daughter, Sidney of Gagetown; and nephew, Devon.
He was preceded in death by his father Bobby; and paternal grandparents.
Funeral services will be held 7:00 p.m. Friday January 25, 2008 at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with Rev. Lloyd Jewett officiating. A private burial will follow at Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens, Tecumseh.
Visitation will also take place on Friday from 4:00 p.m. until time of funeral service.
Betty Mae Bracy
ROSEVILLE, MI
Betty Mae Bracy, age 87, of Roseville, MI, died January 22, 2008.
She was born August 19, 1920, in Luxora, AR, the daughter of Roy and Zubie (Steward) Dew.
She is survived by a nephew, Philip Dew of Toledo, OH.
A private viewing, followed by graveside services, and burial have taken place at Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens, Tecumseh.
Arrangements by J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian & Tecumseh.
Arlene J. Sheldon
Ypsilanti, MI
Arlene J. Sheldon, age 87, of Ypsilanti, went to be with her Lord, January 27, 2008. Arlene was born June 4, 1920 in Clayton the daughter of Virgil and Clara (Harrington) Brockway. On August 4, 1947 she married Leonard Sheldon in Adrian. He preceded her in death. She ministered along side her husband in various churches.
Her loves were reading books and singing old hymns.
She was greatly loved by her family and friends.
Arlene is survived by her five children; nine grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; and two sisters.
A memorial service will be held 2:30 P. M. Saturday, February 2, 2008 at the York Baptist Church, corner of Platt and Stony Creek Road with Pastor Grinnell officiating. A commital service was held at Washtenong Memorial Park, Ann Arbor. In lieu of flowers, monetary gifts may be made to the family for mission work. Arrangements were by the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.
Esther L. Southwell
Saline, MI
Esther L. Southwell, age 77, of Saline, formerly of Tecumseh, passed away January 29, 2008. Esther was born November 27, 1930 in Franklin Township, the daughter of Carlo and Nancy (Burns) Mobley.
Esther worked 18 years for General Telephone in Tecumseh and retired from Peerless Gear. She was a member of the Saline American Legion Ladies Auxiliary.
In her retirement she enjoyed taking care of the children of family friends, Brittany, Mackenzie and Gregory.
Esther is survived by her children, Sandra (Christian Krauter) Braden and Vernon (Jennifer) Southwell; sister, Mabel Helen Mobley; grandchildren, Jason, Meronica, Cassandra, Sabrina, Tonya and Trent; and great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her son William Walker; parents and brothers, Elmer, Cameron, Mitchell, and Hubert.
Funeral services will be 1:00 P. M. Saturday, February 2, 2008 at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh with the Rev. Doug Leith officiating.
Visitation will be 2 - 4 and 6 - 8 P. M. Friday, February 1, 2008 at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh.
Mary Ann Carroll
Adrian, MI
Mary Ann Carroll, age 74, of Adrian, passed away February 1, 2008.
Mary Ann was born June 29, 1933 in Detroit, Michigan the daughter of Edd and Louisa (Simmons) Snodgrass.
On April 19, 1973 she married Robert Carroll in Belleville, Michigan. He survives.
Mary Ann loved to cook and garden.
Besides her husband, Robert, Mary Ann is survived by her children. Edward (Diana) Smith of Carleton, MI, Martin (Pam) Smith of Columbia, TN, Phillip Smith of Casa Grande, AZ, Vicki Stroh and her fiancé, Frederick Wisswell of Marysville, MI and James Smith of Lapeer; step children, Sally Carroll of Hamburg, MI and Robert Carroll, Jr. of Grayling, MI; brother Michael (Diane) Snodgrass of CA; 13 grandchildren and 30 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Charles Snodgrass.
According to her wishes cremation has taken place. A private family visitation will be held. Arrangements are by the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Foundation or the American Red Cross.
