Obituaries

Donald J. Kolarik

Donald J. Kolarik

Jan 24, 2013

Donald J. Kolarik Donald J. Kolarik, age 60, of Weidman passed away on Thursday, January 24, 2013 at McLaren-Central Michigan, Mt. Pleasant. The family has entrusted arrangements to Maier Family Funeral Home, Weidman.

Richard W. Theisen

Richard W. Theisen

Jan 18, 2013

Richard W. Theisen, age 75, of Mt. Pleasant died Friday, January 18, 2013 at McLaren Central Michigan. Richard was born March 31, 1937, in Mt. Pleasant, son of the late Walter and Irene (Pung) Theisen. He married Bonnie King in Mt. Pleasant on December 28, 1957. He worked at Central Michigan University as a Tool Crib Operator for 30 years....

Margaret "Peg" A. Sowle

Margaret "Peg" A. Sowle

Jan 17, 2013

Peggy Sowle, age 78, of Mt. Pleasant, went to be with her Lord and Creator on January 17, 2013. She passed away peacefully at Woodland Hospice Morey Bereavement Center surrounded by her loving family. Peggy is survived by her husband of almost 55 years, William Sowle Jr. of Mt. Pleasant; daughter Elizabeth (Jack) Sowle McNeill of East Bridgewater, MA; son...

James E. Bierschbach

James E. Bierschbach

Jan 15, 2013

James E. Bierschbach was a wealthy man in ways it mattered most"a happy life with his beloved wife, wonderful children and cherished grandchildren. He lived his life with integrity and honesty and expected the same in return. He was a guiding force at home or work and a peaceful presence to all around him, even in the midst of chaos....

Diane B. Boling

Diane B. Boling

Jan 14, 2013

It takes a very special person to care for children, and Diane Boling had just the right amount of patience and love, not only for her family, but those entrusted to her care. Family meant everything to Diane, and her grandchildren gave her the twinkle in her eye, and joy in her heart. Sadly missed, she will be remembered with...

Helen J. Horan

Helen J. Horan

Jan 10, 2013

All who knew Helen Horan would agree that she was a gracious and kindhearted woman with just the right amount of spunk mixed in. In the home she was a pioneer of sorts as she mastered the art of multitasking in her roles as a wife, mother, and homemaker. No stranger to hard work, Helen fully devoted herself to whatever...

Sandra E. Krulicki

Sandra E. Krulicki

Jan 9, 2013

Sandra Krulicki, 71, of Lake Isabella, passed away peacefully at her home, under the care of Woodland Hospice, with her family at her bedside. Her funeral will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday, January 12, at Lux Family Funeral Home, 2300 S. Lincoln Rd., Mt. Pleasant, with the Rev. Nancy Casey Fulton officiating. The family will receive friends at the...

George E. Stansberry

George E. Stansberry

Jan 7, 2013

Through the life of George Stansberry we are reminded that there is little value found in the accumulation of wealth or possessions, but that it is through sharing life and love with those we hold dear that we are richly blessed. He was diligent and hardworking with his own creative flair, bringing joy to so many others through his work....

Edward Zebrowski

Edward Zebrowski

Jan 4, 2013

Edward J. Zebrowski, Sr. "Big Z", age 94, passed away on January 4, 2013 at the Prestige Centre in Mt. Pleasant, MI. He was born on Mar. 27, 1918 in New Britain, CT. to Walter and Rose Zebrowski. Originally from Detroit, Michigan, Big Z moved to Indianapolis in 1962. He was best known as the President of Zebrowski & Associates...

Annabel Pangborn

Annabel Pangborn

Jan 4, 2013

Annabel Pangborn was a kind and gracious woman, blessed with both the talent to achieve ambitious goals and the wisdom to appreciate lifes simple pleasures. She taught at a university level, was part of the team that developed the newborn PKU test, and played a key role in the establishment of the Hospice of Lansing; and she also loved going...

Donald E. Appelgreen

Donald E. Appelgreen

Jan 2, 2013

All who knew Donald Appelgreen would agree that he put the sparkle into the world around him. It has been said that he had a heart as big as the outdoors as he was the sort of person who would give the shirt off his own back to someone in need. Blessed to spend more than 60 years with the...

Aubrey Rachel Sharkey

Aubrey Rachel Sharkey

Dec 31, 2012

Aubrey Rachel Sharkey, age 95, of Gaylord, Michigan went home to be with the Lord on Monday, December 31, 2012. She was lovingly surrounded at Tendercare of Gaylord by her family, church friends, minister and Hospice. Throughout the day she was blessed with phone calls and prayers from other family members. A Memorial Service will be held for Aubrey on...

Deborah L. Willits

Deborah L. Willits

Dec 27, 2012

Debbie Willits was a loving and kind-hearted woman, whose generosity of spirit allowed her to accept and embrace other people on their own terms. Her endless charity of gifts during every season and for every reason to those around her is but one of the many wonderful memories she leaves behind. Debbies creativity, generosity, and passion for life will live...

Edward Joseph Mcevoy

Edward Joseph Mcevoy

Dec 25, 2012

Edward McEvoy was known for his big heart, for his unique sense of humor and devotion to his family and friends. He touched the hearts of so many within his reach. In 1932, America found itself in the midst of the Great Depression. One in every four people was unemployed. It was a hard and challenging time, but in Kittanning,...

Robert D. Burkholder

Robert D. Burkholder

Dec 24, 2012

Robert D. Burkholder, 97, of Mt. Pleasant passed away Monday, December 24, 2012 at Woodland Hospice. Arrangements are pending.

Oma D. Vorac

Oma D. Vorac

Dec 22, 2012

Oma D. Vorac, 86, of Clare, passed away Saturday, December 22, 2012, at Tendercare of Clare. Cremation has taken place and her ashes will be buried in Lakeview Cemetery in Ludington, next to her husband, Wesley. No services are planned.

Betty M. Huber

Betty M. Huber

Dec 21, 2012

Betty Huber was a stubborn, strong-willed Irish woman " and a woman who would do anything for her friends and family. Loving and affectionate, Betty always made sure friends and family knew they were loved. Even her characteristic exclamation of Dumbhead was said with affection " in fact, if Betty called you Dumbhead, you knew that she liked you! Bettys...

Erland F. Carleton

Erland F. Carleton

Dec 21, 2012

Erland F. Carleton, 60, of Lake Isabella, passed away Friday, December 21, 2012, at Woodland Hospice. Cremation has taken place and his ashes will be interred at White Chapel Cemetery in Troy.

Constance "Connie" L. Malley

Constance "Connie" L. Malley

Dec 21, 2012

A calm, reassuring, and gracious woman, Constance Malley was a true gift in the lives of those around her. As a lifelong resident of the community she loved, she was never one to worry about building wealth according to the worlds measure, rather, she set her sights on sharing the joy that was in her heart with so many others....

Agnes K-C Heyl

Agnes K-C Heyl

Dec 15, 2012

Agnes Heyl, 57, passed away Saturday, December 15, 2012, at The Laurels of Mt. Pleasant. Cremation has taken place and no services are planned.