Obituaries

Eleanor Catherine Eddington

Eleanor Catherine Eddington of Walled Lake, Michigan, age 95, died Saturday, September 12, 2020 at Ascension Providence Hospice in Novi. She was born August 10, 1925 in New York, New York, the daughter of Henry & Mary (Zoubek) Krizek. She was preceded in death by her parents and 2 brothers. 

 

Eleanor married Kenneth M. Eddington on August 11, 1945 and he preceded her in death on January 22, 2014. Eleanor is survived by one son, Tom Eddington of Commerce Township; and one daughter, Linda Dufek (Frank) of Chelsea; 5 grandchildren: Brian Dufek (Alice), Tracy Parron (Rich), Lesley Ranney (Kirk), Eric Eddington, Jeffrey Eddington and 7 great-grandchildren.

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Eva Joan May Bollet

of Chelsea, Michigan, formerly of Collierville, TN

Age 90, died Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at her home. She was born May 3, 1930 in Warren Township, the daughter of Percy D. & Corrine A (Lipscomb) Noble.

More than anything Eva loved spending time with her family. For years, she worked in downtown Chelsea, first at Chelsea Drug Store, and then at Chelsea Card and Gift. Many new friendships were made, especially when she worked behind the soda fountain at Chelsea Drug Store. Two of her favorite hobbies were golf and making beautiful stained glass pieces. In 1966 she was the Women's Club Champion at Inverness Country Club. On September 8, 1994, she received a Hole In One plaque while golfing at Pine Course in Fairfield Glades, TN. 

Marvin "Marv" E. Fraker

of Jackson, Michigan, age 87, died Monday, October 5, 2020 at Arbor Manor in Spring Arbor, MI. He was born July 8, 1933 in Deerfield MI to Irvin and Pearl (Weber) Fraker. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister Doris, two brothers Warren and Calvin, and a step-sister, Gwen (Dave) Blackmer.

He married Beatrice Baker on August 3, 1957. She survives along with four sons: James (Marcella)-Escondido, CA, Gerald (Bobbie)-Apex, NC, Donald (MaryJane)-Grand Rapids, MI and Daniel (Janet)-Caledonia, IL. Eight grandchildren: Pamela, Kimberly; Tanya, Joel; David; Sarah, Amy and Elliot. Five great-grandchildren: Tomás; Payton, Cali; Brent & Elizabeth. One step-brother Bruce Boice (Carol), and one step-sister, Phyllis Dick. Several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Marv graduated from Ann Arbor High School in 1952. He was All-State in both football and wrestling. This earned him an athletic scholarship to Michigan State University where he played football for one season. After one semester at Michigan State University, he decided to return home to become a plumber. He received his journeyman’s plumbing license in 1957 and his Master plumbing license in 1970. Marv owned Fraker Plumbing Inc. from 1971-1985. He was a member of Plumbers/Pipefitters UA Local 190 for over 66 years.

John “Ray” Steinbach

of Chelsea, Michigan, age 86, died on Friday September 25^th, after a battle with Alzheimer’s. He was born November 5, 1933, in Chelsea, Michigan, the son of Martin Charles & Alene Constance (Schoberg) Steinbach.  Ray attended and graduated from Chelsea High School in 1951. While in High School he ran track and cross country. Ray earned a bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University. His major of study was geology and was always on the lookout for another great rock. Ray always loved photography and in school, took many photos for yearbook. He was hired by Washtenaw Community College, in 1992, where he started their Photography program. Another love of his was trains, he volunteered at the Steam Railroading Institute and worked on the 1225 Steam Locomotive in Owosso for 15-20 years. He enjoyed bowling and enjoyed being on a number of leagues at Chelsea Lanes. Ray collected stamps and coins. He was a member of the Model Train Club in Chelsea and Sharon United Methodist Church in Manchester. Ray was a past president of the Manchester Historical Society.