Obituaries
George N. Proimos
Dec 9, 2012
George Proimos, 87, of Weidman, passed away Sunday, December 9, 2012, at his home. Cremation has taken place and his memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, December 15, at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness in Remus.
Rita Grech
Dec 9, 2012
Rita Grech, 86, of Weidman, passed away Sunday, December 9, 2012, at NHC Healthcare, Hillview, in Columbia, Tennessee. A Funeral Mass for Rita will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, December 14, at St. Joseph the Worker Church in Beal City with Father Patrick Jankowiak presiding.Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery. The family will receive friends in the gathering...
Brian James Fletcher
Dec 9, 2012
Brian Fletcher was a quiet and reserved man, until you got to know him " then you were fair game! Goofy and fun-loving, Brian always had a joke or a snappy comeback intended to bring a smile to the faces of his family and friends. Loved ones will always remember Brians standard morning greeting: Daylight in the swamp or his...
Theresa Lynn Langlois
Nov 28, 2012
Through the life of Theresa Langlois, we are reminded that there is little value found in accumulating great wealth or possessions, but that it is in deeply loving those around us that we are richly blessed. She was a woman who worked hard and was content in all things - one who embraced both the peaks and valleys along her...
Austin Larry Smallwood
Nov 26, 2012
Austin Larry Smallwood Austin Larry Smallwood, age 60, of Remus formerly of Monroe passed away on Monday, November 26, 2012 at home. Larry was born to Nolan and Verda (Collingsworth) Smallwood on November 10, 1952 in Sullivan, Indiana. He was raised in the Monroe area. On June 25, 1971 Larry married the loved of his life, Valerie Colton in Monroe....
Claude Christopher Bailey
Nov 26, 2012
Claude "Chris" Bailey, age 64, passed away Nov. 26 in Mt. Pleasant. Born Sept. 6, 1948 in Pontiac. Class of 1966 at Waterford-Kettering. U.S. Army 1967-1970. Retired in 1998 from General Motors after 32 years. Beloved father of John (Cinnamint) Bailey, Roger Bailey and Christina Bailey. Grandfather of four. Dear brother of Marilyn Rice. Predeceased by parents, Claude and Lillian...
Tyrone Dean Stanley
Nov 24, 2012
Tyrone Dean Stanley Tyrone Dean Stanley, age 20, of Weidman passed away on Saturday, November 24, 2012 at McLaren Central Michigan Hospital. Ty was born on November 12, 1992 to Tyrone and Katrina (Martinez) Stanley at Big Rapids. He was very athletic and loved rollerblading, music, and spending time with family and friends. Ty leaves to cherish his memory his...
Francis "Frank" C. Marzolf
Nov 9, 2012
Always happy and upbeat, Frank Marzolf was a man who made friends easily, and kept them. Popular amongst his peers and even those much younger than himself, there was something about Franks personality that drew others to him. He was a truly kind man, who accepted people at face value and always saw the best in others. Franks can-do attitude,...
John James Walker
Oct 29, 2012
John James Walker leaves behind precious memories and timeless wisdom to be sure, but it is his legacy of integrity, honesty, and hard work that will continue to inspire countless others through the lives of the children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren he leaves behind. John was a devoted husband and loving father whose children describe him as stoic - the true...
Walter Earl Burger
Oct 26, 2012
Walter Earl Burger, age 67, of Farwell, Michigan, was requested in heaven Friday, October 26, 2012, due to a fatal car accident. He passed away doing what he loved best-helping people. He was born February 7, 1945, to Harvey Earl and Mary (Stafford) Burger in Lake, MI. He leaves his loving wife of 48 years, Beverly (Johnson) Burger; daughter, Dawn...
Kimberley S. Himebaugh
Oct 22, 2012
Every once in a while, one encounters an individual whose life was filled with so much love and happiness that it is evident this person lived a life that was truly blessed. Kimberley S. Himebaugh was one of these special people. She spent many years giving and receiving love. In the time she was given, Kim took in so much...
Willard I. Carrick
Oct 5, 2012
Willard Carrick was a kind-hearted, easygoing man, always ready to lend a helping hand to a friend in need. Mechanically gifted and with a seemingly inexhaustible store of energy, Willard liked to keep himself busy. He dedicated his life to caring for his beloved family, and he in turn was blessed with a long life, rich in friends, family, and...
Maureen T. Cozzie
Oct 4, 2012
Maureen T. Cozzie, 68, of Mt. Pleasant passed away Thursday, October 4, 2012. Cremation has taken place and the family is holding a private memorial service.
Jean A. Ertel
Oct 4, 2012
In many ways, Jean Ertel defined the meaning of devoted wife and mother, loving grandmother, loyal friend, and above all, a woman of devout faith. A true blessing, nothing could have pleased her more than having her family by her side. Through her generous spirit and warmhearted ways, Jean was an inspiration, and her Christian example shone bright to all...
Bambi C. Paciocco
Sep 22, 2012
Bambi Paciocco, 93, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away Saturday, Sept. 22, 2012, at McClaren Central Michigan Hospital. Her memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, October 13, with Father Loren Kalinowski presiding. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the Mass. Her ashes will be laid to rest in Mt. Olivet Cemetery in...
Kay L. Crain
Sep 20, 2012
Kay Crain was a passionate, caring and determined woman who dedicated her life to her family and to helping others. The common threads throughout her tapestry of life were her thoughtful words, her selfless deeds, and her compassionate spirit, but it was her tender heart that knew no bounds and set her apart from the rest. For Kay, family was...
Roselyn M. Green
Sep 16, 2012
Having lived by her faith, there was no grey area in the heart and mind of Rosie Green. With Rosie, everything was pretty much right or wrong; black and white. A quiet, loving, and caring soul, she was helpful in all ways. Selfless to the point of sacrifice, she never wanted the limelight, and preferred the attention focused on those...
Sondra Lee Watters Thering
Sep 9, 2012
Every once in a while, one encounters an individual whose life was filled with so much love and joy that it is evident this person lived a life that was truly blessed. Sondra Watters Thering was one of these people. Everyone who knew her was blessed " by her unconditional love and her generosity of spirit. Sondra was a charismatic...
Derry Dunn
Aug 31, 2012
Derry Dunn, 88, of Weidman, passed away Friday, August 31, 2012, at North Woods Nursing Center in Farwell. His funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, September 6, at Charles R. Lux Family Funeral Home in Mt. Pleasant. Burial will be in Memorial Gardens Cemetery. A luncheon will follow at the funeral home. The family will receive friends from...
Joseph George Fabiano
Aug 29, 2012
Joe Fabiano was easygoing and fun-loving, a guy who would have been happiest living in a tee-pee in the woods. Joe loved to have fun, and he was happiest when the people around him were having fun too. Whether he was handing out candy to children who mistook him for Santa Claus, bowling or playing softball, or just chatting with...

