Robert K. Schneider, Sr.

of Chelsea, MI, age 86, went home to be with the Lord, and his beloved Billie, the love of his life of 54 years, on Tuesday, July 12, 2016 in Jackson, Michigan. He was born January 2, 1930 in Chelsea, the son of John Christian & Esther Emma (Page) Schneider.  He was a member of Faith Baptist Church.  He retired from Chrysler Proving Grounds. Bob was active in church works most of his life, and considered passing out tracts his ministry. Now he’s singing in heaven’s choir with his beautiful tenor voice.

Lee Robyn McEachern

of Grass Lake, MI, formerly of Dearborn and Chelsea, age 68, died suddenly Tuesday, June 28, 2016 at his home. He was born September 29, 1947 in Detroit, Michigan, the son of John M. & Amelia (Bates) McEachern.

Lee graduated from Dearborn High School in 1964, and attended Ferris State for one year. He served in US Army with the101st Airborne in Vietnam, earning a Bronze Star and Purple Heart. After his service, he graduated with a Bachelors Degree from Cleary College.  Lee worked for the Ford Motor Company for 32 years. He spent most of his career at the Sheldon Road plant in Plymouth, retiring as Production Control Manager. Lee was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Michigan Center.  He loved his cabin up north, and working on building projects. Lee always had a good sense of humor. He will be most remembered for his modesty and kindness.

Betty Howard

Our Kentucky Wonder, Betty (Wireman) Howard, age 91, of Bradenton, FL passed away May 19, 2016 after living a life where every minute counted. Betty was born on July 6, 1924 in Magoffin County, KY, the daughter of George and Pokie (Hale) Wireman. On September 4, 1945 Betty married her one and only, Wiley Howard who preceded her in death December 14, 1985. Employed for 37 years at the Chelsea Methodist Home, Chelsea, MI, Betty was highly valued as an employee and friend. She loved first and foremost her family. She enjoyed and excelled at cooking, growing flowers, vegetables and friends.

Wava Whitaker

of Jackson, MI, formerly of Grass Lake, MI, age 85, died Monday, June 27, 2016 at Senior Moments Assisted Living in Jackson. She was born November 17, 1930 in Magoffin County, KY, the daughter of Tony & Elizabeth (Risner) Risner.

Wava had lived in the Chelsea area since 1945, coming from KY.  She worked at Jiffy Mix (retiring in 1974), and Lloyd Bridges Traveland.  Wava  attended the Baptist Church in Grass Lake. She earned blue ribbons in the Chelsea Fair for her food and canning. She was an awesome cook.