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Daniel Black
Daniel Black, 53, of Sterling Heights, MI, passed away November 10, 2008, at Henry Ford Hospital. Cremation has taken place and a family memorial service will held.
Peter Plovie
Peter Plovie, 65, of Warren, MI, passed away, November 10, 2008, at Mt. Clemens Regional Medical Center. Peter served his country in the Marine Corps. Cremation has taken place.
Baby Mikhail Xavier Danger
Baby Mikhail Xavier Danger, passed on November 12, 2008. Cremation has taken place.
Paul Dellerba
Paul Dellerba, 83, of Auburn Hills, MI, passed away November 14, 2008, at his home. Cremation has taken place.
Eugene Johnson
Eugene Johnson, 68, of Dearborn Heights, MI, passed away November 15, 2008, at home. Burial has taken place in Bevinsville, Kentucky.
James Norman Gillies “Norm”
Born May 21, 1931, in East Grand Rapids. Died on November 16, 2008, at the age of 77 years.
James Norman Gillies was honorably discharged from the Michigan Army National Guard as SFC, 46th Infantry Division, after serving 9 years (1948-1957). In 1953 he earned a B.A. in Art from Michigan State College. He retired as a Systems Analyst in 1987 from the Michigan Treasury after 33 years of service.
Preceding in death were Norm’s parents James Stanley Gillies and Ethel (Schaeffer) Gillies; and former wife, Yvonne (Santoro) Reyes (m. 1960-1970).Lansing, MI
His beloved children are Marie (Gillies) Dotson of Lansing, Andrea (Gillies) of Fremont, and James Vincent-Santoro (Cynthia) Gillies of Lansing; grandchildren, Cherin Gillies, Alisha Manthei, and Vincent Manthei, and numerous cousins.
There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held at Deepdale Memorial Chapel exact date and time to be announced. Internment will be at Deepdale Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, contributions could be made to CAIR, 333 Dahlia, Lansing, MI 48911.
Johnie Cameron Myers
Age 86, of Tecumseh, passed away November 16, 2008. Johnie was born in Elizabethton, TN the son of Aaron Bible and Laura Jane (Estep) Myers. He married Norma Hughes on April 23, 1943 and she survives. Johnie was retired from Meyers Industries, Tecumseh, MI.
In addition to his wife Norma, Johnie is survived by three daughters, Margaret Bates of Lancaster, OH, Ruth Curtis of Tecumseh, and Pennie (Wayne) Mayes of Tecumseh, two sons, Joe (Diane) Myers of Lancaster, OH, and J.C. Myers and Dee Doroghazy of Onsted; 20 grandchildren; 41 great grandchildren; and six great great grandchildren.
He was was preceded in death by two daughters, Brenda Bunting, and Donna Snead; a great grandson, and two son-in-laws. Funeral services will be held 3:00 p.m. Thursday November 20, 2008 at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh, with Pastor Jeremy Godwin officiating.
Visitation will be from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Wednesday and again on Thursday from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. with the funeral service to immediately follow. A dinner in honor of Johnie will follow the service at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh.
Matthew John Rozman III
Matthew John Rozman III, age 61, of Adrian, MI, passed away November 17, 2008, at University Hospitals, Ann Arbor. Cremation has taken place.
Antoinette Marie Mills
Antoinette Marie Mills, 93, of Howell, MI, passed away, November 18, 2008, at her home. She was born December 3, 1914, in Detroit, MI. Cremation has taken place.
Geneva Dixon
Geneva Dixon, of Benton Harbor, MI, passed away, November 20, 2008, at Country Manor Care Center. Burial will take place in Arkansas.
Mark A. Zapawa
Mark A. Zapawa, 50, of Pontiac, MI, passed away, November 20, 2008. Cremation has taken place.
Doris S. Mason
Doris Shirk Mason of Tecumseh, formerly of Owosso, passed away March 19, 2009.
Doris was born in Duquense, Pa., the daughter of Blair and Elizabeth Morgan. In 1947 she married John Shirk. John died in a car accident in 1977. In 1986 she married Earl D. Mason and he survives.
Surviving children are Ronald (Jeanie) Shirk of Flint, Mich., Diane (Gary) Hahnert of Spokane Valley, Wash., Rebecca (Mark) Vredenburgh of Long Beach, Calif., Jeffery (Jane) Shirk of Dansville, Mich., Elaine (Gary) Hudson of Murrieta, Calif., and Erik (Denise) Mason of Livonia, Mich. Also surviving are 10 grandchildren and two great- grandchildren. Her sister, Shirley (Robert) Harper of West Mifflin, Pa., also survives.
Doris was preceded in death by her brother, Donald Morgan; her sister, Ruth Hackett, and a grandson, Adam Shirk.
Doris worked in the Insurance field for many years while living in Owosso and then in the court system after moving to Tecumseh. After Doris retired in 1988 she enjoyed traveling and visiting with friends and relatives.
Cremation has taken place at her request, and there will be a Memorial Service at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Tecumseh on March 27, 2009, at 7 p.m. with the Rev. Richard Webb officiating. Memorial donations may be made to the Gloria Dei Lutheran Church.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the J. GIlbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh.
Charlene J. Silbernagel
Charlene J. Silbernagel, age 73, passed away, March 21, 2009, at home. Her family has made arrangements for an immediate cremation. May God rest her soul.
Don Sweet, Sr.
Age 68, of Adrian, passed away, March 22, 2009. He was born March 2, 1941, in Tecumseh, MI, the son of Lester & Lucille (Dunlop) Sweet. On October 30, 1964, he married Judy Cox, she preceded him in death. Don enjoyed singing karaoke and was an avid coin collector and golfer.
He is survived by his children; Don Sweet, Jr., Deb (Keith) Zubke, Mike Sweet and Jeff Sweet, four grandchildren; Kaileah, Keegan, Harlie and Jacob, two sisters; Diane Morin and Sandra Johnson.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lester & Lucille, and his wife, Judy.
Funeral Services will be held 1:00 PM Thursday, March 26, 2009, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with Pastor Keith Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Lenawee Hills Memorial Garden Tecumseh with Military Honors conducted by the Michigan Army National Guard Honor Guard. Visitation will be from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM & 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday and also on Thursday from 11:00 AM until the time of service at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, MI. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the family.
Dianna L. Johnson
Age 61, of Lyons, OH, passed away, March 24, 2009.
She was born May 27, 1947, in Adrian, MI, the daughter of Wesley & Vina (Cady) Rinehart. On December 24, 1975, she married Raymond Johnson, he survives.
In addition to her husband Raymond, she is survived by her sisters; Maureen Strong of Manchester, Kathryn Demlow of Adrian, Sharon McDonald of Adrian and Ruth Wright of Tipton.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and her brother; Dale.
According to Dianna's wishes, cremation will take place and no services will be held. Memorial contributions may be directed to Lucas County Hospice. Arrangements entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, MI.
Jeanette Pavlowski
Age 87, of Adrian, formerly of Johnstown, New York, passed away March 25, 2009. Jeanette was born October 27, 1921 in Dickson City, Pennsylvania the daughter of Walter and Helena (Lesher) Ramik. On April 11, 1944 she married Stanley Pavlowski. He preceded her in death December 26, 2008. Jeanette is survived by her son, Michael (Diane) Pavlowski of Onsted; daughter, Sharon (Martin) Rostoker of Arlington Heights, IL; three grandchildren and eight great grandchildren Besides her husband. Stanley, she was preceded in death by her parents; grandson, Matthew Rostoker and two sisters, Dukie and Louise. A memorial service will be held 6:00 P. M. Saturday, March 28. 2009 at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian with the Rev. Lloyd Jewett officiating. Visitation will be 5:00 P. M., one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Quilla Colburn - Wigginton
Age 76, passed away, March 25, 2009.at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. She was born May 11, 1932, in Hamilton AL, the daughter of James & Elizabeth (Roberts) Clayton. Quilla was retired from Peerless Gear.
Quilla is survived by her beloved husband of 15 years; Wade, her beloved children; Jimmy (Kathy) Colburn, Marlin (Tammy) Colburn, Diane (Jeff) Weiss, Ralph (Becky) Colburn and Kenneth Allen (Lisa) Colburn Sr.; step children, Rodney, Regina, Shane and Lane Wiggington; twenty two grandchildren, and fifteen great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her first husband; Maurice Colburn, her son; Dennis Colburn, her daughter Patricia Colburn, her parents; James & Elizabeth Clayton, and her two sisters; Dixie Lee Edmond and Drexal Hurley. Quilla devoted her life to spending time with her family and loved ones and she will be greatly missed.
Funeral Services will be held 1:00 PM Monday at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with Rev. Lloyd Jewett officiating. Burial will follow in Oakwood cemetery, Adrian. Visitaion will be from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM & 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Sunday and also on Monday from 11:00 AM until the time of service at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.
Joseph Carpenter
Age 54, resident of Troy, MI, passed away, at home.. He was born May 21, 1954, in Detroit, MI, the son of Arthur & Margaret (Holesapple) Carpenter. His family has made arrangements for an immediate cremation. May God rest his soul.
Daniel Marsh
Daniel Marsh, resident of Carleton, MI, passed away, March 26, 2009, at home. His family has made arrangements for an immediate cremation. May God rest his soul.
Randel "Randy" Hiser
Age 55, of Adrian, passed away, March 27, 2009,at home. He was born October 8, 1953, in Haleyville, AL. Randy's kids and grand kids were his life. He enjoyed country and bluegrass music. He loved traveling south to visit. He enjoyed sitting outside watching his grandkids play and racing them in his gogo mobile. He also enjoyed sitting outside having a cold drink.
He married Debbie Lemon in April 1971 in Adrian, MI. He is survived by their five children, Toby (Kim) Hiser and Mark Hiser both of Tennessee, Gordon (SherryJean) Hiser of Hudson, Pamela (Bobby) Folsom of Texas, and Jennifer Hiser of Adrian. He later married LeAnna Lewis of Clayton. They had two children, Terrie Hiser and Erica Hiser of Clayton, MI, he is also survived by thirteen grandchildren, two great grandchildren, his mother Geri Kuney of Adrian, two brothers, Phillip (LeAnn) Hiser of Onsted and Joel (Maridane) Hiser of California, two nieces and a nephew, and many more close friends.
He was preceded in death by one brother, Danny Hiser of Alabama, his father, Junior Hiser and step father Dick Kuney.
Memorial Services will be held 11:00 AM Monday, March 30, 2009, at J Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. Visitation will be on Sunday from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. At his request memorial contributions can be made to Hospice of Lenawee. A special thank you to his "Hostage" team for helping him enjoy his final days.
Charles R. Banks
Age 67, resident of Kinde, MI, passed away, March 28, 2009, at home. Cremation has taken place. May God rest his soul.
