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Mae Elizabeth (Betty) Green
Age 90, of Tecumseh, passed away November 20, 2008 at Herrick Manor, Tecumseh where she had been a patient since February, 2008.
Betty was born April 28, 1918 in Tecumseh, Mi the daughter of Kenneth and Dorothy (Doty) Kopke.
She was raised on her parents farm and graduated from Holloway School, Tecumseh High School and the Beautician School in Detroit.
She worked in a Tecumseh beauty shop until she had her first child. On November 9, 1940, she married Arthur Elwyn Green in Raisin Township at the home of her parents.
The couple was together for over 50 years. He preceded her in death on August 7, 1992.
Better known to her friends and family as Betty, she spent most of her life time in the Holloway area.
Betty was an extremely active lady, involved in many church activities, Extension Club, Hobby Club, and the Woman's auxiliary of the Tecumseh Commandry.
She loved to play cards and games, and always had a twinkle in her eye.
She was a good cook, and loved to entertain her family and friends; and, was never too busy to lend a helping hand to someone in need.
Always knitting, crocheting, and working on crafts, her fingers were rarely idle.
She was a life long member of the Holloway Presbyterian Church.
Betty is survived by 2 sons; Larry A. Green and his wife Virginia of Mickelton, N.J. and Leland D. Green and his wife Linda of Palm Coast, Florida; grandchildren; Jodi Ray and her husband Christian, Kari Rock and her husband Brian, Jeffrey Green and and Justin Green; one great grandchild, Charles Ray and a sister, Donna Jean Glenn.
Besides her husband, Elwyn, she was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Dennis and her brothers, Paul and Fred.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 A. M. Saturday, December 6, 2008 at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh with Rev. Robert Bidwell officiating.
Burial will follow in Raisin Presbyterian cemetery, Holloway.
Visitation will be 2:00 - 7:00 P. M. Friday, December 5, 2008 at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Holloway Raisin Presbyterian Church.
Anna M. Hennigar
Anna M. Hennigar, 88, of Westland, MI, passed away December 1, 2008, at Four Chaplains in Westland, MI. A Memorial Mass will be held later this month.
Alice Eleanor Mae Manley, nee Everlove
Age 77 of Tecumseh, passed away late Monday evening, at Provincial House of Adrian, where she had been a resident for about a year. Alice was an inspirational, life-long optimist who fought a courageous fifteen year battle against serious medical problems that would have defeated a lesser spirit. Alice was born on Feb. 25, 1931, in Ypsilanti, Michigan, the only daughter of Bernhard and Eleanor Renton Everlove. Her father was a gifted foundry engineer who was highly respected for his innovative work with aluminum mold and sand castings. Her mother was a life-long business woman, who excelled in retailing and was well known in Grand Rapids and Ann Arbor as the manager of the children’s department at Jacobson’s. During the Great Depression, when Alice was a baby, her father moved the family to Bermuda in hopes of finding work. He found a job in retail and was a correspondent for the Royal Gazette & Colonist Daily newspaper. Her mother owned and managed a guest house in Somerset, Bermuda. Two brothers, Thomas and Victor were born on the island. The Everlove children enjoyed an idyllic childhood. Alice’s children and grandchildren loved to hear her tell stories about the family’s life in Bermuda. She had a special gift for telling these stories. In 1985, she visited Bermuda with her daughters, Mary and Vickie, who were privileged to visit all the places described in the stories and to meet some of their mother’s childhood friends. In 1942, the Everlove family returned to the states so that Alice’s father could resume his career as a foundry man. The family settled in the Detroit area, eventually moving to Tecumseh when Alice was in high school. At Tecumseh High School, Alice met her soul mate and the great love of her life, Charles Manley. They were married on Aug. 26, 1948, at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Tecumseh. This past August, Alice and Charlie celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. Charlie unexpectedly died on September 29, 2008. Alice never fully recovered from this great loss. Alice was a loving wife and gifted homemaker but her greatest talent was motherhood. Together, she and Charlie raised three girls, two boys and a grandson. Alice raised each one of her children to be strong, independent, confident individuals. She took great pride in each of her children’s unique personalities and different successes. Her hard work as a mother of six was rewarded with the gift of six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Following the birth of her three youngest children, Alice also worked outside of the home. She began as an Avon lady, was the assistant manager at the Tecumseh Products cafeteria and retired as a cashier at the Kroger Store. Her beautiful smile and genuine interest in people helped her form long lasting friendships with her colleagues and customers. People were often willing to stand in long lines to go through her check-out station. The last year of Alice’s life was challenging for her and her family. The family is deeply indebted to the skilled, kind and caring employees of the Provincial House of Adrian who helped Alice maintain her dignity and quality of life. They patiently met her needs with genuine professional, care. The family, also, would like to acknowledge the comfort that Alice and the family received from the Hospice of Lenawee during the last week of her life.
Alice is survived by her five children: Victoria Manley of Naperville, Ill., Kathryn Manley of Grand Rapids, Mich., James (Erva) Manley of Tecumseh, Mary (Bryan) Koebbe of Adrian, Robert Manley of Tecumseh and the grandson she raised, Richard Manley (Patti) of Sycamore, Ill. Other survivors include her half-brother, Edsell Page (Maxine) of Prescott, Arizona, brother, Thomas Everlove (Lillian) of Grosse Ile, Mich.; grandchildren, Maryalice Nick, Charles (Chuck) Manley, Michael Koebbe, William Koebbe, Brian Manley and Rennea Turner; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents and brother Victor Everlove. Funeral services will be 3:00 P. M. Saturday, December 6. 2008 at St. Peter's Episcopal Church, Tecumseh with Rev. Robin Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Brookside cemetery, Tecumseh. Visitation will be 2 - 4 and 6 -8 P. M. Friday, December 5, 2008 at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee, 415 Mill Road. Adrian, Michigan.
Patrick Virgil Rodgers
Patrick Virgil Rodgers, 61, of Bronson, MI, formerly of Quincy, MI, passed away, December 2, 2008, at home. According to his wishes, cremation will take place.
Matilda Pacheco
Age 54, of Adrian, went to be with her Lord and Savior on, on December 2, 2008.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Matias & Guadalupe (Garcia) Vasquez. Matilda is survived by three brothers, Victor (Laverne) Guzman, Joe Guzman, and Fidel (Linda) Guzman, two sisters, Santos Garcia and Mary Lou Pena, 21 nieces and nephews, 38 great nieces and nephews, and one great great nephew.
Funeral Services will be held 12:00 PM, Monday, December 8, 2008, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with Pastor David Pena & Pastor Angel Ojeda both officiating. Burial will follow in Lenawee Hills Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Sunday, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.
Edward J. Iserman
Edward J. Iserman, passed away, in Grand Rapids, MI. Cremation has taken place.
Richard "Dick" Machan
Age 68, of Adrian, passed away, December 4, 2008. Funeral Services will be held 2:00 PM Sunday, December 7, 2008, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with Rev. Brian Manary officiating. Visitation will be from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Saturday, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home Adrian.
Jose M. Rodriguez, Sr.
Age 81, of Adrian, passed away, December 5, 2008, at home. He was born August 27, 1927, in Brownsville, TX, the son of Felipe & Concha (Martinez) Rodriguez. On April 17, 1953, he married, Benita Hernandez, she preceded him in death in 1975.
He is survived by his children; Rose (Terry) Cook, John Rodriguez, Peggy Rodriguez, James Rodriguez, Allen Rodriguez, Tracy (John) McCarley and Susan Rodriguez, several grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife Benita, his parents, a son Joe Rodriguez on June 18, 2008.
Funeral Services will be held 3:00 PM Monday, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home. Adrian, with Pastor Pete Valdez officiating. Burial will follow in Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be from 4:00 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.
Olive I. Murray
God welcomed Olive I. Murray, 75, into his gentle hands and placed her with Jesus on Friday, December 5, 2008, at Provincial House of Adrian, MI. She was born July 11, 1933, the youngest daughter to Leroy & Ruth (Kendrick) Smith. She married Rayburn Murray of Elizabethton, TN, on June 14, 1952. He preceded her in death in October 2002.
She enjoyed her family, gardening, quilting, needlepoint and all her work with Raisin Valley Friends Church.
She is survived by three daughters; Sandra (Pat) LaHart, Cheryl Keyte and Brenda Murray all of Adrian, two sons; Bruce (Cindy Hodge) Murray of Johnson City, TN, and Christopher (Margie) Murray of Adrian, seven grandchildren; Gary, Jim, Tina, Jessica, Mary, Melissa and Erica, six great grandchildren, four step grandchildren; five step great grandchildren, three step great great grandchildren, two sisters; Emily Brant of Adrian and Nancy Young of Conover, NC, and one brother, Phil Smith of Adrian.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and one grandson, Greg.
Funeral Services will be held 1:00 PM Tuesday, December 9, 2008, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with Rev. Brian Beck officiating. Burial will follow in Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens, Tecumseh. Visitation will be on Monday from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home Adrian. Memorial contributions can be made to Hospice of Lenawee or Provincial House.
Lilas M. Williams
Age 91, of Tecumseh, passed away December 7, 2008. Lilas was born May 28, 1917 in Tecumseh, MI the daughter of Floyd and Hazel (Raymond) Welsh. On April 9. 1939 she married Joseph Williams in Adrian. Lilas retired from the Tecumseh Products after many years of service. Lilas is survived by her children, David (Becky) Williams of FL, Doris A. (James) Bell of FL and Jerry Williams of Jackson, MI; sister Rea Edgar of Morenci; five grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews Besides her husband, Joseph, Lilas was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers. A memorial service will be held 1:00 P. M. Monday, December 15, 2008 at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh with Rev. Lloyd Jewett officiating. Burial will follow in Brookside cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service on Monday.
Daniel J. Terry
Age 55, of Adrian, passed away December 5, 2008. Daniel was born June 4, 1953 in Detroit, Michigan the son of Keith and Sylvia (Nichoff) Terry. Cremation has taken place and private family services will take place at a later date. Arrangements were entrusted to the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh.
Chester Hinkle
Chester Hinkle, passed away, December 8, 2008. Burial will take place in Paintsville, KY.
Henry F. Mastie
Age 86, of Tecumseh, formerly of Britton and Ann Arbor, passed away peacefully December 9, 2008, at the Saline Evangelical home surrounded by his loving family. Henry was born December 28, 1921 in Stambaugh, Michigan the son of Michael and Sophie (Philipkowski) Mastie. On September 8, 1945 he married Kathryn Olds in Ann Arbor and she survives. At the age of 18 after spending one year with the CCC's he enlisted in the United States Army serving from 1940 to 1944. He was in the European Theater of Operations and was awarded the Purple Heart with Oak Leaf Cluster. Henry was employed by the Chrysler Corporation for 19 years, retiring in 1971. Henry enjoyed 28 happy, wonderful winters in Englewood, FL, especially playing shuffleboard and cards
He was a former mayor of Britton and belonged to the American Legion Glen H. Daykin Post #155, the Tecumseh VFW and was a life member of the Adrian DAV. Besides his wife Kathryn, Henry is survived by his children, Ronald H. (Judy) Mastie of North Port, FL, Dennis Mastie of Alexandria, VA and Barbara (Tony) Nykodym of Monroe, MI; grandchildren, Michelle (Nelson) Glowacki, Mark (Katie) Mastie, Angela (Joe'l) Marshall; Zachary Nykodym, Dennis Jr. and Daniel Mastie; great grandchildren, Molly and Madolyn Glowacki and Jarell Marshall; siblings, Helen (Frank) Shurtliff, Bernice Brunelli, Della (Marvin) Bemis, Frank Mastie; Stan (Jan) Mastie and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Joe and John (Pug).
Funeral services will be 11:00 A. M. Friday, December 12, 2008 at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home with the Rev. David Welcome officiating. Military honors following the service will be performed by the Britton American Legion Post #155, Tecumseh VFW and the Adrian DAV. Visitation will be 3:00 - 8:00 P. M. Thursday, December 11, 2008 at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh and one hour prior to the service on Friday. Memorial contributions may be made to Arbor Hospice, Adrian DAV or the Britton Macon Education Foundation.
Hayley Dudda
Hayley Dudda, passed away, December 9, 2008. Cremation has taken place.
Daniel L. Johnson
Age 75, of Concord, MI, passed away, December 17, 2008, at Allegiance Hospice Home. The family has made arrangements for immediate burial that will take place in Roselawn Memorial Park, Jackson. Arrangements entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.
Kathleen P. Keelan
Age 62, of Pontiac, MI, passed away, December 18, 2008, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Pontiac, MI.. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.
Patricia "Patty" Murphey
Patricia Louise “Patty” Murphey, 71, a resident of Morenci, passed away at Hospice of N.W. Ohio in Toledo, on Dec 18, 2008, after an extended illness.
She was born April 26, 1937, in Cleveland Ohio, the daughter of George Junior Murphey and Fay Leora (Santemire) Murphey. In 1955 she married Myron LeVeck and to them were born two sons and a daughter. Following their divorce, she married Jon Green and to them was born one son. After that marriage ended, she took as her final husband Lynn Elarton and to them was born one son.
Preceding her in death were her parents, stepfather Harley Ford; a son, Patrick Green, and two grandchildren. She is survived by one adopted brother, Ben (Barb) Santemire of Indianapolis, Ind.; four children, Mark (Tricia) LeVeck of Belleville, Ill., Steve (Darlene) LeVeck of Grand Haven, Mich., Pam (Kevin) Arquette of Morenci and the Rev. Nathan (Wendy) Elarton of Temperance, Mich. Patricia had 11 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Patty also leaves many friends and extended family. She enjoyed her garden, cats, home and was an avid reader and correspondent throughout her life. She was a faithful attendee of her son’s church, Bedford Christian Community of Temperance, via the Internet Webcast.
Patricia was a client with Hospice of Lenawee and The Hospice Center of Northwestern Ohio. The family will be forever grateful for the amazing care and love shown to Patricia by these health-care providers.
Arrangements for her requested cremation are being handled by J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with a graveside memorial to be held at Oak Grove cemetery, Morenci, at 2 p.m. April 25, 2009.
Gerry Kirn
Age 59, of Tecumseh, passed away December 19, 2008, surrounded by his loving family. He was born July 8, 1949 in Ypsilanti, MI the son of Raymond and Olive (Dunlap) Kirn. On July 14, 1967 he married Anita Bloss in Detroit, MI and she survives. Gerry worked at Ypsilanti Powertrain for 41 years as a Material Handler. His passions were riding his Harley, Nascar, fishing, his flower garden and the pond. Gerry was a member of St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, Tecumseh. He was a loving family man and his life was centered around his family. Besides his loving wife Anita, Gerry is survived by his children, Theresa (Sean Kazmierczak) Kirn, Dale (Dawn) Kirn both of Tecumseh; grandchildren, Karmen, Danielle, and Kelsey and Dylan and Deaven all of Tecumseh; parents; siblings, Skip, Glen, Linda, Diane, Tim, Ken, and Steve and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother in law, John Hoyer and a nephew, Allan Smitley.
A Mass of the Christian Burial will be 11:00 A. M. Monday, December 22, 2008 at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, Tecumseh, with Rev. Fr. Daniel Wheeler officiating. Burial will follow in Brookside cemetery. Visitation will be 2 - 8 P. M. Sunday, December 21, 2008 at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian and one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday. family may be made on line at
