Donna Holland
Jul 10, 2011
Donna was born in Onsted, Michigan, on June 23, 1933, to Sherman and Mabel (Sanback) Cary. She was called to her eternal home on July 10, 2011, at the age of 78, after a long-fought battle with Alzheimer's disease.
Donna's noble character gently and humbly influenced the lives of those placed in her path. She touched people with...
Earl Mason
Jul 7, 2011
Earl R. Mason, 82, of Bellaire passed away Thursday, July 7, 2011. He was born September 4, 1928 in Custer Twp, the son of Delbert and Laura (Wilcox) Mason. Earl was a lifelong resident of Bellaire and graduated from Bellaire High School in 1947. He was an active Sunday school teacher and deacon for many years in the churches...
Bruce DeSpelder, Sr
Jul 7, 2011
Obituary Bruce Erwin DeSpelder, Sr. 19 April 1918 -2011 [Record Eagle]
If it is possible to die from a broken heart, then 93-year-old Bruce Erwin DeSpelder, Sr., did so. After burying his wife of 69 years on the 1st of July, he experienced a massive stroke in the early morning hours of the 4th.. Hospice provided comfort care...
Louise Ott
Jul 5, 2011
Louise D. Ott, 83, of Alden, MI and Homosassa, FL passed away Tuesday, July 5, 2011 at Munson Hospice House.She was born on June 30, 1928 in Saginaw, Michigan, the daughter of Palmer and Salomea Bentsen.Louise was simply a very kind and loving person. She resided in Alden MI., and Homosassa, FL for several years. She enjoyed playing bingo...
Joseph Springstead
Jun 25, 2011
SOUTH BEND - Mr. Joseph Winslow Springstead, Jr., 61, passed away unexpectedly Saturday while working in his yard.
Joe was born in Milford, MI, to the late Joseph Winslow, Sr., and Lodema (Hale) Springstead on June 28, 1949. He married Sandra Kaye Slater on June 11, 1976 in South Bend who survives in South Bend.
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Nancy Bacon
Jun 17, 2011
NANCY C. BACON, 72, of Bellaire, passed away on Friday, June 17, 2011 at her home. Nancy was born on August 19, 1938 to the late Simon and Velma (Derenzy) Blake in Bellaire, MI. Her family were early settlers of Antrim County. Nancy was a loving and compassionate person. She was there to help her family and friends even...
Jack Henson
Jun 15, 2011
Jack Henson, 91, of Mancelona (formerly of Waterford) slipped away peacefully Wednesday, June 15, 2011. He was born to Van and Bertha (Ison) Henson on February 9, 1920 in Greenup KY as Andrew Jackson Henson, but he was always called "Jack". He is survived by his wife, Ethelene (Frederick) Henson; two brothers, Robert (Rose) Henson of Gaylord, and Bert...
Balvina Salazar
Jun 14, 2011
BALVINA SALAZAR, 74, of Ellsworth, formerly of Central Lake, and Detroit, died on June 14, 2011 at Grandvue Medical Care Facility in East Jordan. Balvina was born on May 29, 1937, in Rio Grande, Texas, the daughter of Miguel and Concepcion (Gonzales) Cortez. Balvina was a lifelong resident of Detroit until moving to Central Lake in 2009 and most...
Patsy Marshall
Jun 11, 2011
Patsy Grace Marshall, 76, of Bellaire, died peacefully Saturday evening, June 11, at home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born Dec. 21, 1934, in Ferndale, the daughter of Remos and Marian (Passingham) Robinson. Patsy was Director of Nursing and Assistant Administrator at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility for 46 years. Her dedication and devotion to the patients...
Thelma Wilcox
Jun 5, 2011
Thelma Ann Wilcox, 85, of Central Lake, the last original resident on State St., living there 56 years, died peacefully, Sun. June 5, 2011 at home. She was born Oct. 3, 1925 in Welch, KY, the daughter of William and Mary (Simpkins) McDowell. Her family moved to Hulbert, MI where she grew up and graduated from high school. Thelma...
Janice Buffman
Jun 3, 2011
JANICE BUFFMAN, 63, of Central Lake, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2011 surrounded by her loving family at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility. Jan was born on October 23, 1947 in Central Lake, the daughter of Lynn and Suzanne (Purdy) Gibbard. Jan was a devoted mother, wife and friend to many and always put others first. Jan was...
Shirley Carper
Jun 3, 2011
Shirley Lou Carper, 64, of Grand Blanc, Michigan passed away Friday, June 3, 2011 at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital. Shirley was born on January 30, 1947 in Alba, Michigan the daughter of Gerald and Ardath (Bush) Gates. She truly loved her family especially her grandchildren. She retired from Chase Bank for 20 years of service, enjoyed traveling, shopping and...
Glenda Diamond
Jun 1, 2011
Glenda Ruth Diamond, 53 of Farmington Hills and Bellaire, died Wednesday, June 1, 2011 at Munson Medical Center. She was born June 17, 1957, in Detroit, the daughter of Gerald and Ruth Ann (Ballard) Doris. On August 9, 1979, she married the love of her life, Mike Diamond. Her and Mike resided in Farmington Hills for much of her...
Donald Gilbert
May 31, 2011
Donald C. Gilbert, 75 of Bellaire, died peacefully at home Mon. May 31, 2011.
Cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time.
Sarah VanPelt
May 31, 2011
Sarah Anne VanPelt, 21, of Central Lake, died Tues. May 31, 2011 at home. She was born Dec. 29, 1989, in Traverse City, the daughter of Charles and Pamela (Cronover) VanPelt. Sarah was a lifelong resident of Central Lake. She enjoyed making jewelry, listening to music and going to concerts. She also enjoyed playing basketball and softball. Sarah was...
Shirley Warner
May 30, 2011
Shirley (Patton, Wolgamott) Warner, 71 of Kewadin died Mon. May 30, 2011 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born Jan. 10, 1940, in Central Lake, the daughter of Clarence and Lovena(DeForest) Patton. Shirley lived most of her life in Central Lake. She enjoyed sewing, crafts, gardening and painting. She also loved to shop on QVC. Shirley worked...
Diane Mehlberg
May 26, 2011
Diane M. Mehlberg, 44, of Bellaire, passed away Thursday, May 26, 2011. Diane was born on August 13, 1966 in Kalkaska, the daughter of Dorothy Istratoff and Carl Mehlberg. She is survived by her daughter, Marlee Shooks of Traverse City; parents, Dorothy Istratoff and Carl Mehlberg both of Mancelona; three sisters, Nancy (Frank) Hogarth of Buckley, Elena (Randy) Broomfield...
William Babbitt
May 25, 2011
William O. Babbitt, 90, of Kalkaska, passed away Wednesday, May 25, 2011. William was born and raised in Grayling on April 7, 1921 the son of Carl and Jessie Babbitt. He was a World War II Veteran. He loved to hunt, fish and spend time in the woods. He is survived by two children, Sandra Lee (Duane) Bader of...
George Tompkins
May 24, 2011
George C. Tompkins, 87, of Bellaire and formerly of Jackson, passed away May 24, 2011 at Munson Medical Center.
A memorial service will be Saturday, June 4, 2011 at 1:30 p.m. at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility. The Bellaire Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes is handling the arrangements.
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