of Ypsilanti, MI, age 60, died Tuesday, August 24, 2010 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor. He was born May 16, 1950 in New York, New York, the son of Wendell A. & Marguerite A. (Taylor) Blikken. Wally was an Air Force Veteran who served during the Vietnam era. He was an expert mechanic and excavating contractor. On January 1, 2001, he married Elizabeth L. Ward-Weber in Las Vegas, NV and she preceded him in death on April 20, 2005. Survivors include 3 brothers, Wayne Blikken of Pascgolula, MS, Warren Blikken of Pilot Point TX and Wayland (Nancy) Blikken of Evansville IN; 3 children, Joanne, Andrew and Marshall Thompson; and his fiancé, Patti Allen. Funeral services were held Sunday, August 29, 4:00 p.m. at Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea, with Pastor Doris Sparks officiating. A private burial took place at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Waterloo. The family received friends Sunday from 2-4 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the family.

of Chelsea, Michigan, died Saturday, August 7, 2010 in her home. She was born April 23, 1927 in Chelsea, Michigan, the daughter of Harry H. & Helen M. (Burg) Lyons. On October 8, 1955, she married Raymond Lutovsky in Chelsea, and he survives. She is also survived by a son, Richard (Jessica) of Pinckney; two daughters, Teri (Douglas) Shiels of Adrian, Joan Lutovsky of Gregory; a brother, Bernard Lyons of Ft. Gratiot; 3 grandchildren, Danielle, Christopher, & Brenton Shiels; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Joseph, Richard, Maurice, Thomas; and her sister, Therese Doll. Rosemary was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, where she sang in the choir. She was a life-long Detroit Tigers fan. Rosemary loved wintering at Siesta Key, Florida with family and friends, where she enjoyed collecting shells.  A Funeral Mass was held Tuesday, August 10, 2:00 p.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Chelsea, with Rev. Dr. William J. Turner officiating. Burial followed at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Chelsea. The family received friends Monday 5-9 pm at Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary Catholic Church, 14200 Old US 12, Chelsea, MI 48118 or St. Louis Center, 16195 W. Old US 12, Chelsea, MI 48118.

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of Las Vegas, Nevada, formerly of Chelsea, MI, age 25, was killed in action on Wednesday, June 9, 2010 while on a rescue mission in Afghanistan. He was born July 9, 1984 in Rochester, New York, the son of Steve & Judy (Rowe) Gentz. Joel was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul United Church of Christ. He graduated from Chelsea High School in 2002. While in high school, Joel was active in band, cross country, swimming, football, and was on the tennis team for 4 years. He was a member of the National Honor Society. Joel earned his 2nd degree black belt in Tae Kwan Do. Joel graduated with honors from Purdue University in 2007 with a bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Engineering. While at Purdue, Joel was a cadet in Air Force ROTC Detachment 220. A member of Arnold Air Society (the ROTC Honor Society), Joel was honored four years in row as he was chosen by his fellow students to receive the "Warrior Spirit" award. On June 7, 2008, Joel married Kathryn Sullivan, and she survives. Joel was an avid outdoorsman and athlete. He and Kathryn loved camping, running, hiking and backpacking. Joel was stationed at Kirtland Air Force Base in Albuquerque, NM where he completed Combat Rescue Officer training. He later stationed at Nellis AFB, and was deployed to Afghanistan April 24, 2010. In addition to his beloved wife Kathryn, Joel is survived by his parents, his brother, Jared, and sister, Rachel, all of Chelsea; two grandmothers, Barb Gentz of Howard City, MI and Jeanne Rowe of Rochester, NY; mother-in-law, Anne Sullivan; father-in-law, Patrick (Amanda) Sullivan; brother and sister-in-law, Shawn and Emilie Sullivan; his aunts and uncles, Sharon & Terry Freeman of Raleigh, NC, John & Beth Rowe of Rochester, NY, Karen & Ken Hannah of Buffalo, NY, Cheryl Borner of Buffalo, NY; and many cousins. He was preceded in death by two grandfathers, Ralph Gentz and Bill Rowe, and an uncle Dave Borner. Funeral services were held Thursday, June 24, 10:00 am at St. Paul United Church of Christ, 14600 Old US 12, Chelsea, MI 48118.   Rev. Curt DeMars-Johnson will officiate. The family received friends at St. Paul Wednesday, June 23, noon-3 & 5-8 pm. A private burial will take place at Oak Grove East Cemetery, Chelsea. Memorial contributions may be made to the "Joel C. Gentz Memorial Fund", c/o Chelsea State Bank, 1010 S. Main Street, Chelsea, MI 48118. Arrangements by Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea.

Community members who wished to show their support for the Gentz family, lined Chelsea's Main Street from Middle to Old US 12 as Joel's casket was moved from the funeral home to the church on Thursday morning.  At approximately 8:45 am, we left Cole Funeral Chapel, then West on Middle Street to Main,  South on Main to Old US 12, then turned East on 12 to St. Paul Church.  Joel's family followed the hearse, and had the chance to see those who came. Several Veterans Groups and Boy Scout troops were present.

Flags in Michigan were flown at half-mast on Thursday in Joel's honor.

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of Grass Lake, Michigan and Sarasota, Florida, age 77, passed away peacefully Sunday, June 13, 2010 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. She was born January 22, 1933 in Wing, North Dakota, the daughter of Seth & Linda (Heikkinen) Gylden.  Genell grew up in Sandstone, MN, married and raised her family in Bloomington, MN. She attended the Lutheran church. Genell loved to travel, sing, listen to music and was a long time member of the Sweet Adelines in the Twin Cities area. She formerly worked with North Central Airlines Credit Union as a loan officer.  On February 27, 1992, she married G. Richard (Dick) Downs Jr. in Sarasota, FL, and he survives. Other survivors include a son, Brad Sjostrom of Lake St. Louis, MO; daughter, Jeanine (Brian) Cole of Monticello, MN and their father, Arden Sjostrom; two step-children, Douglas Downs and Cynthia Van Pelt; one sister, Georgia Lofing of Mason City, IA; five grandchildren, Ryan, Michael, Annie, Alyssa and Sammi. She was preceded in death by five sisters.  A private gathering of family and friends took place Saturday, June 19, 2010. Burial will take place at the Finnish Lutheran Cemetery in Finlayson, MN. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2010 Hogback Rd., Ann Arbor, MI 48105. Arrangements by Cole Funeral Chapel Chelsea.

Age 90, died Thursday, June 3, 2010 at Chelsea Retirement Community. She was born February 5, 1920 in Conway, Arkansas, the daughter of Elisha & Dollie (Lay) Gunn. Janelle has lived in Chelsea since 2006 coming from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.  Previously she resided in Lafayette, Louisiana. She has also lived in Franklin, Leesville and Lake Providence, Louisiana; and Wilmont and Little Rock, Arkansas.  Mrs. McCammon was a dedicated public school teacher, having begun her teaching career in Earle, Arkansas, after her graduation from Hendrix College. Over her long career, she taught in Lake Providence, Leesville, Franklin, and Lafayette, Louisiana.  As the wife of a Methodist minister, Mrs. McCammon was active in a variety of church activities. She was a leader in the United Methodist Women, and served as President of the UMW of Louisiana.  In addition, Mrs. McCammon was on the board of directors of several church and community organizations. On June 6, 1942, Janelle married Charles Robert McCammon, who preceded her in death on Oct. 26, 1980. Survivors include two daughters, Janelle L. McCammon (Raymond A. Rosenfeld) of Bloomfield Hills, Mary Susan McCammon and Annie Gilliland of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; and two grandchildren, Bryn (Rachel) McCammon-Rosenfeld of Princeton, New Jersey, and Seth McCammon-Rosenfeld of New York City. She was preceded in death by her brother, J. Milton Gunn.   A memorial service was held Sunday, June 6, 2 pm at Chelsea Retirement Community (Dancey Chapel), Chelsea, Michigan with Rev. Beth Foster officiating.  Entombment will be at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, Lafayette, Louisiana.  Memorial contributions may be made to UMRC Heritage Foundation, 805 West Middle Street, Chelsea, Michigan 48118.  Local arrangements by Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea, MI.

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Age 55, passed away Wednesday, June 2, 2010, due to lymphoma. Catherine will be remembered by her family and friends as a fiercely devoted mother, spouse, daughter, and sibling, while also being an exceptional attorney, teacher, writer, poet and playwright. Catherine will also be remembered as warm, highly optimistic person, who brought light to all whom she knew. Catherine was born July 1, 1954, in Midland, MI, to Harold and Ruth (Keck) Croisant. After graduating from Midland High School, Catherine attended the University of Michigan, where she received bachelors and masters degrees, her undergraduate degree with honors and Phi Beta Kappa recognition. After law school at Northeastern University, Catherine practiced litigation law in Boston, first at Goodwin, Proctor & Hoar and later with McCabe Gordon; for the next 10 years, she was an enforcement attorney for the U.S. Securities Exchange Commission in its Boston Office, ultimately serving as a Branch Chief. In 1991, as a single parent, she adopted two children from an orphanage in Romania, Marius and Elena "Flo". In 1993, Catherine married Christopher Varner, and in 1995 they had a son, Michael Varner. In 1996, Catherine left the practice of law to devote herself to her children. As a mother, Catherine believed in Jackie Kennedy’s observation that "if you bungle raising your children, I don’t think whatever else you do matters very much." For 12 years, Catherine lived in Scituate, MA, worshiping at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, while serving on its vestry and singing in the choir. After moving back to Michigan in 2001, Catherine dedicated time to teaching creative writing in the local schools, and to writing poetry, a memoir about her cancer treatments, and a play. She also participated in writing workshops, including those sponsored by The Purple Rose Theater. In Chelsea, Catherine worshiped at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church and at the First Congregational Church. Among her many pursuits, Catherine enjoyed gardening, walking, bird watching, cooking for her family and friends, the theater, music, and the fellowship of her close friends, both those of long-standing and newer ones. Since 2006, during her treatment for cancer through the University of Michigan Health System, she was supported by Drs. Mark Kaminski, John Levine, Tara Master-Hunter, and Samuel Romano, as well as by Judy Estes and many others, who with kindness and cheer, provided her with aid and help. Although Catherine did not enjoy the brutality of the disease she had (lymphoma) or its treatments, the disease allowed her to deepen her Christian faith. Catherine is survived by her parents of Midland; her husband; three children, Marius (Malissa) of Saline, Eleana "Flo", and Michael, both at home; two grandchildren, Calihan & Rianne Varner; her siblings, Peter (Diane) Croisant of Beaver Falls, PA, Mary (Hank) Woods of Ypsilanti, and Robert (Donna) Croisant of Merriman, KS; and 10 nieces and nephews. A memorial service  took place Tuesday, June 8, 11:00 am at the First Congregational Church of Chelsea, with Rev. Dr. Barbara Edema & Rev. Deacon David Glaser officiating. Visitation was at Cole Funeral Chapel on Monday, June 7, 3-5 & 7-9 pm. A second memorial service will take place later at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Scituate, MA. Donations in Catherine's honor can be made to the Lymphoma Research Foundation.

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of Grass Lake, MI, age 60, died Monday, May 31, 2010 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital after a long battle with cancer. He was born December 14, 1949 in Detroit MI, the son of Gene  Anthony & Geraldine Louise (Secord) Kampmann. Bill was a marine who served in Viet Nam as a Lance Corporal. He was a member of Chelsea Rod & Gun Club. Bill retired as a computer systems analyst in 2006 from GM at the Renaissance Center. He then worked as a consultant at Hewlett Packard in Auburn Hills. Bill enjoyed his morning breakfast with friends at the "breakfast club" at Stivers. He was a civil war buff and enjoyed touring battle fields. Bill loved his family. On June 11, 1971 he married Diane Lesniewicz in Ypsilanti and she survives. Other survivors include a son, Jeff (Kim) of Whitmore Lake; two daughters Kirsten (Kenyon) Kampmann of Phoenix AZ, Erin (Wardell) Willis of Grass Lake; a brother James; three sisters Patricia (Chuck) Bush, Peg (Dean) Kelly, Kelly Kampmann; four grandchildren Xander, Kendra, Daniel, Kendrick; & several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Katie Kampmann. Funeral services were held Friday, June 4, 11:00 am at Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea, with Gordon Fells officiating. Burial followed at Oak Grove East Cemetery, Chelsea. The family received friends Thursday 5-8 pm. 

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of Ann Arbor, age 75, died Sunday, May 30, 2010 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. He was born May 14, 1935 in Ann Arbor, MI, the son of Hubert & Marion (Baushard) Thompson. He graduated from Ann Arbor high school in 1953 and from MSU 1957 with a degree in Business Management. He served in the Army. Frederic worked for Bowling Green University and U of M in food service and catering from the mid-1970's to mid-1980's. On July 9, 1976, he married Kathleen McGrath in Ann Arbor, and she survives. Other survivors include four sons; William Kakoczky, Albert (Sheri) Kakoczky, Frederic Thompson Jr., Robert Thompson all of Ann Arbor; three brothers, William (Kay), John (Devorah), and Robert; eight grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one son, John Kakoczky. The family greeted friends on Sunday, June 6, 3-6 pm at Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea. A private burial took place at Bethlehem Cemetery, Ann Arbor. Memorial contributions may be made to the family.

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of Chelsea, Michigan, age 94, died Thursday, May 27, 2010 at Chelsea Community Hospital. She was born December 30, 1915 in Vincennes, Indiana, the 8^th child of Harvey & Eleanor (Hodges) Reed. Abbie graduated from St. Rose Academy in 1933. She married Wilbur Hanson on June 22, 1940, and he preceded her in death in 1979. She is survived by two children, Mary Ann (Ronald) Warren of Chelsea, and James Hanson of Northville; two grandchildren, Kristin (Kirk II) Putnam, and Kevin (Shirley) Warren; three great-grandsons, Kirk III, Kraig, & Konnor Putnam. Abbie had been an active member of St. Mary Catholic Church since 1959, and was a member of the Altar Society. She was an active member of the Chelsea Senior Center and a volunteer for Life Line. Abbie was a bookkeeper at Catholic Social Services in Ann Arbor for almost 20 years. She lived her Catholic faith each day. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends. A Mass of Christian burial was held Tuesday, June 1, 11:00 am at St. Mary Catholic Church, Chelsea, with Rev. Dr. William J. Turner officiating. Visitation was at the church 10-11:00 am before the funeral. Burial followed at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Chelsea. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary Catholic Church. Arrangements by Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea.

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of Chelsea, Michigan, formerly of Ann Arbor, Age 77, died Friday, May 21, 2010 at Chelsea Retirement Community. She was born April 20, 1933 in Elkton, Michigan, the daughter of Edwin F. and Irene (Yokuty) GreenLeaf.  Marjorie learned about hard work at an early age as one of seven children on her parents' small farm. She retained the same work ethic all of her life, approaching life's challenges with a "can do" attitude and a cheerful disposition. She possessed a profound strength of will, which was apparent until the moment of her death. After graduating from Elkton High School in 1951, she moved to Washington, D.C. to work for the FBI, having been selected from among many applicants to serve as the secretary/assistant to two Special Agents. In October 1953 she married Ted Miller, who preceded her in death, and they lived in St. Petersburg, FL, Oklahoma City, Ft. Worth, Cleveland, Boston and Elkhart, IN, before settling in Battle Creek, MI in 1968. She was both beloved and admired as a wife, mother, sister and daughter, a constant source of strength, guidance and love for her family. She will be deeply missed but always remembered by those she loved and who loved her.  Survivors include three sons, Dale (Sue) Miller of Lake Forest, IL, David (Pam) Miller of Saline, and Donald Miller of Milan; six siblings, Nettie (Peter) Severn of Chelsea, John (Betty) GreenLeaf of Brandon, Fl, Edwin (Kathy) GreenLeaf of Chelsea, Lottie (Walter) Moore of Ft Myers, Fl, Basil (Gloria) GreenLeaf of Clinton, and Jeanne (Joe) Shilling of Ft Myers, FL; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.  Funeral services were held Monday, May 24, 11:30 am at the First United Methodist Church, Chelsea, with LeAnn Seto officiating. Burial followed at Oak Grove East Cemetery in Chelsea. The family received friends beginning at 10:30 am that day. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or American Cancer Society. Arrangements by Cole Funeral Chapel.

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Chelsea, Michigan, formerly of Dearborn and Taylor, age 71, died Tuesday, May 11, 2010 at Chelsea Community Hospital. He was born February 27, 1939 in Dearborn, Michigan, the son of Eber & Anna (Freysinger) Squiers.  Bob was a police officer, working at the Taylor Police Dept. from 1961-86, retiring at the rank of Lieutenant. He then worked with the Chelsea Police Dept. from 1986 -90. He was a youth hockey coach from 1968-78. He was proud of being a farmer in the Chelsea area from 1984 until his death.  In 1959 he married Karen Frances, who preceded him in death in 2002. He married Kathy Freiwald in 2005, and she survives him. Other survivors include his sons, Robert "Rob" J. Squiers Jr. of Grosse Pointe Shores, Randall "Randy" Scott Squiers, of Adrian; and a daughter, Robyn "Susie" Marie Hargenrater of Chelsea; 8 grandchildren, 4 nieces and nephews, and many beloved pets. He was preceded in death by his brother, LeRoy "Lee" Eber Squiers.  A memorial service will be held at a later date.  Memorial contributions may be made to Children’s Leukemia Foundation of Michigan, 455 Corporate Dr. Suite 306, Troy, MI  48098.

Age 91, died Friday, May 14, 2010 at the Chelsea Retirement Community. She was born June 4, 1918 in Berrien Center, Michigan, the daughter of Edward A. and Della Marion (Versaw) Prillwitz. Vi taught Home Economics in the Richmond and Blissfield Public Schools and was a librarian in the Saginaw Township Public Schools. She later worked for the City of Saginaw Public Library. Vi was a member of the Congregational Church in Saginaw.  On July 13, 1941, she married Grant E. Nichol in Benton Harbor, and he survives. Other survivors include two daughters, Beth Bodley of Dexter, and Linda (Gregory) Anderson of Matawan, MI; three grandchildren, Rick, Lisa, and David; two great-grandchildren, Grant and Chloe. She was preceded in death by her sister, Helen Edwards. A memorial service was held Tuesday, May 18, 10:30am at Chelsea Retirement Community, with Rev. Cathy Rafferty officiating. Burial took place at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Saginaw.  Memorial contributions may be made to Chelsea Retirement Community 801 W. Middle St, Chelsea, MI 48118 or Arbor Hospice 2366 Oak Valley Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48103. Arrangements by Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea. 

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Age  96, died Sunday, May 9, 2010 at Chelsea Retirement Community. She was born July 24, 1913 in Avilla, Indiana, the daughter of Fred Berkes & Mary Rauh Berkes. Mrs. Kinney lived in Harrisville and Eastpointe, MI before moving to Chelsea in 1998. On June 19, 1937, she married David C. Kinney, in Pontiac, who preceded her in death in July 1985. Survivors include her daughter, Patricia (Ronald) Kraska of Dexter; her son, Richard (Lorraine) Kinney of China Township; one sister, Josephine Sabrosky; four grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her four brothers. A memorial service was held Saturday, May 15, 2 pm at Chelsea Retirement Community Chapel, with Rev. Cathy Rafferty officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Chelsea Retirement Community 801 W. Middle St, Chelsea, MI 48118 or Arbor Hospice 2366 Oak Valley Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48103. Arrangements by Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea.

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Age 101, died Thursday, May 6, 2010 at Chelsea Retirement Community. She was born June 8, 1908 in Racine, Wisconsin, the daughter of John Henry and Elizabeth (Tolleson) Smith.  Family moved to Howell, Michigan in 1953, then she moved from Howell to Chelsea Retirement Community in October, 2001. Ethel was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Howell, where she was a member of the Mary Martha Circle, Thursday Bible Study Group, Senior Group, and other activities of the church. She was a former member of the Howell Woman's Club. Ethel is a Lifetime Member of the Racine, Wisconsin Chapter #45 Order of the Eastern Star. At Chelsea Retirement Community, Ethel did exercise class almost every day, and volunteered for the Heritage Room.  She married Walter Kleeb in Racine, Wisconsin in 1935, and he preceded her in death on June 18, 1995. Survivors include granddaughters, Laura (Kenneth Ives) Daniel of Belleville, and Mary (Damian) Marzec of Chelsea; a great-nephew, Jack Smith of WI; a grandson, Douglas Anderson; three great-grandchildren, Angela Daniel, John Marzec, and Eric Marzec; a daughter-in-law, Beverly Kleeb of Montserrat, West Indies; four great-nieces from Wisconsin, and Canada; and many dear friends. She was preceded in death by a son, Robert Kleeb, and two brothers.  Graveside services were held Monday, May 10, 1:00 pm at Lakeview Cemetery in Howell, with Rev. Robert Marr officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Chelsea Retirement Community Heritage Foundation, 801 W. Middle St, Chelsea, MI 48118 or First United Methodist Church, 1230 Bower St, Howell, MI 48843 Memorial Fund. Arrangements by Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea.

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Roy J. Clemons, age 85 years, of Wauseon, passed away Saturday morning, May 1, 2010, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Toledo. He was born October 6, 1924, at Bellevue, OH, the son of Roy and Vera (Moyer) Clemons, and married Bertha Kruger on August 24, 1946. A resident of Wauseon since 1999, he was a graduate of Tiffin Business School, and worked various places as a bookkeeper. He was an Army Veteran of W.W. II. He was a member of the Eagles Point Worship Center in Wauseon, and the Gideons International, having served as President and Chaplain.  He is survived by his wife, Bertha; six children, Rebecca (Gary) Tuttle of Adrian MI, Vickie (Ernest) Hinderer of Chelsea, MI, Tonya Short of Adrian, MI, Rev. Charles Clemons of Ypsilanti, MI, Thomas (Patricia) Clemons of Chelsea, MI, and Charity (Keith) Frank of Saline, MI; 12 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; one brother, Robert (Carol) Clemons of Byron Center, MI, and one sister, Lucille Folk of Cincinnati.  He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Paul Clemons, and two sisters, Mardelle and Kathleen Wells.  Services will be held on Wednesday at 10 AM at Short Funeral Home in Archbold with Pastors Chuck Clemons and Michael Lulfs officiating. Interment was at 2 PM Wednesday at Washtenong Memorial Park in Ann Arbor, MI. Friends called at the funeral home from 3 – 8 PM on Tuesday. Memorials are suggested to Gideons International or Hospice of Northwest Ohio.

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Jackson, MI, age 48, died Thursday, April 22, 2010 at Jackson, Michigan after a short illness. She was born December 24, 1961 in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the daughter of James R. & Beverly A. (Burmis) Brown. Lori graduated from Chelsea High School in 1981. She had worked at McDonalds in Chelsea, as a housekeeper at Chelsea Retirement Community, and at the Michigan Ave. Meijers in Jackson. On October 13, 2000, she married Rick Ellis in Jackson, and he survives. She is survived by her mother and step-father, Beverly & Norm Farley of Portage Lake; her children, Ashley Boss, Eric Boss, and Timothy Cole; sister, Cindy Brown of Jackson; brothers, James P. and Timothy Brown, both of Jackson; 1 grandson, James Robert Boss; step-sisters, Anita (Bryan) Herter, Felishia Couchman; step-brother, Brian (Amy) Farley, her aunts & uncle, Carol & Leo McCrum of Jackson, and Rosemary Brown of South Carolina; a great-aunt, Bernadette Wilcox; several nieces & nephews and great nieces & great nephews. She was preceded in death by her grandparents and her father. A graveside service was held Saturday, May 15, 1:00 pm at Maple Grove Cemetery in Sylvan Center (Chelsea). Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2010 Hogback Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105 or the Salvation Army, 16130 Northland Dr, Southfield, MI 48075.

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of Grass Lake, Michigan, age 44, died Monday, April 19, 2010 at Allegiance Hospital in Jackson, Michigan. He was born April 2, 1966 in Glendale, California, the son of Charles E. & Shirley M (Jacobs) Kolb.  Chris was enrolled in the Rincon Band of Luiseno Indians and also was part Oglala Sioux. He was a 1985 graduate of Hayden High School in Hayden, CO. Chris enjoyed hunting, camping, watching his children play sports and spending time with family and friends. On April 26, 1994 he married Cheryl A. Miller in Ann Arbor, MI, and she survives. Other survivors include his son, Nicholas and daughter, Kayla; parents Charlie and Shirley Kolb of the Rincon Indian Reservation; sister, Deneen Pourier; brothers, Dennis, Roger, and Lester Pourier; brothers and sisters-in-law, Donna (Anthony) Robards, Barbara (Dave) Brief, Brad (Linda) Miller; mother-in-law, Angie Miller; many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and good friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Sam & Grace Kolb, and Charles & Josephine Jacobs; and his father-in-law, Don Miller. Funeral services were held Saturday, April 24, 11:00 a.m. at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Chelsea, with Pastor Dale Grimm officiating. Burial was at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Waterloo, Michigan. The family received friends at Cole Funeral Chapel Friday, 4-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to an educational fund for his children  (checks made out to Cheryl Kolb).

of Chelsea, Michigan, formerly of Saline & Ann Arbor. Age 95, died Monday, April 19, 2010 at Chelsea Retirement Community. She was born October 8, 1914 in Saline, the daughter of George & Julia (Layher) Schmid.  Lucille graduated from Saline High School. She served as head nurse at Deaconess Hospital in Detroit and later stayed home to care for her parents. Lucille was a member of the United Methodist Church of Ann Arbor, the Charles Wesley Club, and the older adult fellowship. She was a greeter volunteer at Chelsea Retirement Community.  She married Clarence Steffey in Saline on July 29, 1951, and he preceded her in death on January 20, 2002. Survivors include several nieces and nephews, several grand & great-grand nieces and nephews.  Funeral services were held Thursday, April 22, 10:30 am at Chelsea Retirement Community, Chelsea, with Pastor Tom Trumbull officiating. Burial followed at Oakwood Cemetery Saline.  The family received friends Wednesday 5-8 pm at Cole Funeral Chapel and Thursday from 9:30-10:30 am at Chelsea Retirement Community.  Memorial contributions may be made to Chelsea Retirement Community and the First United Methodist Church of Ann Arbor.

of Chelsea, Michigan, formerly of Stockbridge, age 93, died Saturday, April 17, 2010 at the Chelsea Retirement Community. She was born March 9, 1917 in Dayton, Ohio, the daughter of James and Annetta (Lipscomb) Donegan.  Mrs. Brown grew up in East Detroit, and moved to the Gregory area in 1955. Alma retired from University Microfilms where she was called "Ma Brown" by her friends and co-workers, even though she wouldn’t allow her own children to call her that. She loved to crochet, was witty, and enjoyed her family.  On July 31, 1937, Alma married Howard W. Brown in East Detroit, and he preceded her in death on September 20, 1956. Survivors include two daughters, Joanne M. (David) Rowe, Dianne M. (Chris) Scharrer, both of Chelsea; two sons, Howard W. Brown Jr of Chickamauga, GA; Robert D. (Mindy) Brown of Gregory; 17 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; 1 great great grand-son; two sisters, June Kern of Virginia Beach, VA, and Eve (Ron) Bollet of Collierville, TN; many nieces and nephews; and special friends, Karen Schuman and Kathy Murray. She was preceded in death by her parents, step-father, Percy Noble; a baby brother, Robert Donegan, and a sister, Della Stockard.  Funeral services were held Tuesday, April 20, 3 pm at Cole Funeral Chapel in Chelsea, with Rev. Cathy Rafferty officiating. A private burial took place at Oak Grove Cemetery, Chelsea.  The family received friends before the funeral from 1-3 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to Faith in Action or the Chelsea Retirement Community Kresge Unit.

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of Chelsea, MI, age 89, died Wednesday, April 14, 2010 at Chelsea Retirement Community. She was born July 12, 1920 in Negaunee, Michigan, the daughter of William & Louise (Cross) Hubbert. Jean was a member of Chelsea First United Methodist Church. She worked for Xerox in Ann Arbor for 18 years, retiring in 1985. In 1946, she married David Aronson, and he preceded her in death on June 10, 1999. Survivors include one daughter, Judy Aronson of Chelsea; one son, Kim Aronson of Jackson; two grandchildren, Robert & Matthew Aronson. A private visitation will be held at Cole Funeral Chapel.  Burial took place at Oak Grove Cemetery, Chelsea. Memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia Foundation.

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of Chelsea, MI, age 94, died Wednesday, April 14, 2010 at Chelsea Retirement Community. She was born January 3, 1916 in Jackson, Michigan, the daughter of Albert and  Florence Konkle. Caroline was born and raised in Jackson and graduated from East Jackson High School. She was a member of the North Lake United Methodist Church, and the Farm Bureau. She cooked many meals for the North Lake Church and for the Inverness Country Club. Caroline was active as a Girl Scout Leader, and at Camp Lyndon. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. On December 6, 1935, she married Warren Eisenbeiser in Bowling Green, OH, and he preceded her in death on Oct. 10, 1995. Survivors include two sons, William (Sharleen) Eisenbeiser and John Eisenbeiser both of Chelsea; 5 grandchildren Kurt (Victoria), James, Samuel (Karen), Lucy (Paul) Beauchamp and Amy (Joel) Craig; 9 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Sue A. Eisenbeiser, and a daughter-in-law, Bonnie Eisenbeiser. Funeral services wiere held Friday, April 16, 10:30 am at Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea, with Rev. Alice Sheffield officiating. Burial followed at North Lake Cemetery, Chelsea. The family received friends Thursday 7-9 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to North Lake United Methodist Church.

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of Grass Lake, MI, formerly of Ann Arbor, died Friday, April 9, 2010 in Chelsea. He was born December 11, 1933 in Ann Arbor, the son of Marvin E. & Pauline M. (Davison) Miller. Don retired from the Ann Arbor News after 45 years. He was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church and a former member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Ann Arbor. Don served in the National Guard from 1952-61. He was a charter member of the Ann Arbor High School class of 52 reunion committee. He was president of Clear Lake Association for many years. He spent many hours on the lake with his family. Don loved woodworking, sailing and camping. The highlight of many years was attending his grandchildren’s sporting events. On June 18, 1955, he married Angela Maas, and she survives. Other survivors include 4 children, Donna (Anthony) Robards, Barbara (Dave Brief) Miller, Cheryl (Chris) Kolb, Brad (Linda) Miller; 7 grandchildren, Jason (Ashley) Risner, Jessica Risner, Melissa Robards, Nicholas & Kayla Kolb, Ashley & Makenzie Miller; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, David E. Miller. Funeral services were held Tuesday, April 13, 2010, 11:00 am at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Chelsea, with Rev. Dale Grimm officiating. A private burial will be at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Waterloo at a later date. The family received friends at Cole Funeral Chapel Monday 2-8 p.m. and at the church Tuesday 10-11 am. Memorial contributions may be made to Our Savior Lutheran Church, Huron Valley Humane Society, or U of M Cancer Research, c/o Drs Mark Zalupski and David C. Smith.

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of Dexter, MI, age 94, died Tuesday, April 6, 2010 at at her home. She was born December 31, 1915 in Taylor, Michigan, the daughter of Curtis and Rose (Bauer) Waechter.  She was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Chelsea, and was active in the women's organizations at church. Violet was a farmer's wife, helping on the family's vegetable farm. She was also a member of Farm Bureau.  On July 18, 1934, she married Martin Ruhlig, and he preceded her in death on Nov. 12, 1999. Martin & Violet were blessed with three sons, Martin Jr. (Shirley) of Dexter, James (Charlene) of Linden and Ernest of Quincy; 5 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Doris Lindemann; Dorothy Lindemann. She was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Diane; two brothers, Arthur and Harold; five sisters, Lydia, Mildred, Loretta, Edna, and Helen; and a daughter-in-law, Mary.  Funeral services were held Monday, April 12, 11:00am at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Chelsea, with Rev. Dale Grimm & Rev. William Lahrman officiating. Burial followed at Michigan Memorial Park in Flat Rock. Her family received friends at the Cole Funeral Chapel Sunday noon- 8 pm and at the church Monday 10-11 am.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Our Savior Lutheran Church, 1515 S. Main, Chelsea, MI 48118 or Arbor Hospice, 2366 Oak Valley Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48103.

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of Dexter, MI, age 53, died unexpectedly Monday, April 5, 2010 at her home. She was born May 11, 1956 in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the daughter of Wesley "Stub" & Jenny (Hafner) Brown. Peggy worked at the University of Michigan for more than 30 years. She enjoyed going to plays and musicals. Peggy adored her dog, and loved playing with young children. Survivors include her mother, Jenny Brown of Dexter; one brother, Michael J. Brown of Dexter; several aunts and uncles, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father. Funeral services were held Thursday, April 8, 1:00 p.m. at Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea. Burial  followed at Oak Grove East Cemetery, Chelsea. The family received friends Wednesday 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Association.

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of Saline, formerly of Ann Arbor, Jackson, Chelsea, Deland, FL, and Maggie Valley, NC.  Age 85, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 3, 2010 at the Saline Evangelical Home. She was born April 29, 1924 in Houston, Texas, the daughter of Harry J. & Flossie E. (Baker) Ritchey.  Betty was a member of Bethel Baptist Church in Jackson for over 50 years. She was a World War II Navy veteran, worked in the insurance industry, helped run Tison Auto Sales, was a notary public, and worked for Chelsea Public Schools.  After retirement Betty enjoyed spending time with friends and traveling the states with her husband Earl in their motor home. Elizabeth was an avid reader and loved to cook.  On Nov. 16, 1946, she married Earl J. Tison in Venice, CA and he preceded her in death on Dec. 27, 2009. Survivors include a son, Terry Earl (Grace) Tison of Ann Arbor; two daughters, Jo Ellen Tison (George) Chizmar of Ann Arbor, Nancy Tison (John) Aulisa of Saline; a step-daughter, Sandra Diane Rubert of Jackson; 9 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. Betty was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother and will be dearly missed by her family and many friends.  She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, George B. Ritchey and Harry J. Ritchey Jr.   A private burial will be at Oak Grove East Cemetery in Chelsea. Memorial contributions may be made to Breast Cancer Research.

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of Chelsea, MI, formerly of Dexter, age 99, died on March 30, 2010 at the Chelsea Retirement Community. She was born October 9, 1910 in Greenup, IL, the only  child of Luke F. and Fay (Freeland) Aldrich. When she was 7 years old, the family settled in Centralia, IL, where Marian completed high school. In 1932 she graduated from the University of Illinois in Champagne-Urbana with a double major in chemistry and mathematics. The next year she began her career as a teacher in the high school of O’Fallon, IL, where she met the love of her life, Edwin C. Schilling, who worked for Southwestern Bell Telephone Co. They married on Sept. 19, 1936 and moved to Hannibal, MO, where their only child, Sarah, was born. As a manager with Southwestern Bell, Ed was needed "at home" during the Second World War and the company moved them first to Little Rock, Arkansas, and then to St. Louis, MO, where Marian returned to teaching. Over the next twelve years she taught elementary school and later, mathematics courses at Webster Groves High School and Webster College. In 1960, Marian and Ed moved to Plainfield, NJ, where Ed worked for AT&T in New York City and Marian finished her career teaching science and mathematics in junior high school. When Ed retired in 1970, they built their dream home in Andover, VT. There they relished the beauty of the mountains and made new, long-lasting friendships, as they had done in each place they lived. In 1985 their final move together brought them to Dexter, Michigan, where Ed died on July 6, 1989. In September 1991, Marian moved into the new Dancey House at the Chelsea Retirement Community. There she quickly, once again, made new friends as she became active in the crafts programs, readers' theater, and volunteer service to the Community. She loved walking. In her mid-eighty's she took first place in the 70-90 age group in the Chelsea "Heart and Sole" 2K walk and completed the Mackinaw Bridge walk on Labor Day with her daughter Sarah. In addition to her devotion to teaching, throughout her life Marian was an enthusiastic and talented seamstress and knitter. She loved reading, particularly "westerns", and classical music. She is survived by her daughter Sarah Winans Newman of Ann Arbor, who has been the grateful recipient of her love for teaching, walking, reading and classical music. Sarah also is thankful for the joy of being close to her mother, especially over the past 25 years. Marian is also survived by cousins in Illinois and by friends she made in the many places she lived over the past century. A memorial service was held Saturday, April 17, 2:00 pm at the Chelsea Retirement Community, with Rev. Cathy Rafferty officiating. Burial will be in Hillcrest Memorial Park, Centralia, IL.  Memorial contributions may be made to the "Heritage Foundation" c/o Chelsea Retirement Community, 801 W. Middle St, Chelsea, MI 48118 or the "University of Michigan Medical School" to support the Cell and Developmental Biology Graduate Student Program, c/o Office of Medical Develpment & Alumni Relations, 301 E. Liberty, Suite 400, Ann Arbor, MI  48104 (please put "Memorial Gift for Marian Schilling" in memo line). Arrangements by Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea.

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of Chelsea, formerly of Waterloo, Michigan, age 28, died Friday, March 26, 2010 in Grass Lake Township from injuries sustained in a car accident. He was born February 7, 1982 in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the son of Douglas Oscar & Debra (Rossbach) Hansen . Mike graduated from Chelsea High School in 2000. Mike worked many years at Baily's Excavating and with his family at Hansen Sports Center. His son always came first, but he loved hunting, snowmobiling, and riding his dirt bike. Survivors include a son, Jakob; his mother, Debra (Tim) Eaton of Fruitland Park, FL; his grandmother, Cecelia Hansen of Grass Lake; his sister, Erin Hansen of Ypsilanti; his uncle, Steve (Sue) Hansen; and his girlfriend, Autumn Koch. He was preceded in death by his father; and his grandparents; Robert Rossbach, Betty Rossbach, MeMe Rossbach, and Oscar "Gus" Hansen. Funeral services were held Tuesday, March 30, 11:00 a.m. at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Chelsea, with Rev. Dale Grimm officiating. Burial  followed at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Waterloo. The family received friends at Cole Funeral Chapel Monday 12-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a memorial fund for Jakob Hansen.