Richard "Dick" D. Schmidt
of Chelsea, Michigan, age 94, died Friday, February 7, 2020 in Chelsea. He was born March 6, 1925 in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the son of Norman Harold & Lenore Eva Margarita (Kalmbach) Schmidt. Dick lived at North Lake for many years, then lived in Manchester for 17 years, returning to Chelsea in ‘95. Dick graduated from Chelsea High School in the class of 1942. Following graduation, Dick enlisted and served with the US Navy in the Pacific during WWII. Upon discharge he was employed by Michigan Bell Telephone for 36 Years. Dick was a member of St. Paul UCC, where he was a Council Member. He was also a life-long member of the Chelsea Rod & Gun club and the VFW. Dick had a love for the outdoors. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and enjoyed gardening for many years.Read more: Richard "Dick" D. Schmidt
Robert "Bob" Shepherd
of Chelsea, Michigan, formerly of West Farmington, Ohio and Detroit, age 78, died unexpectedly Saturday, February 1, 2020 at his home. He was born August 24, 1941 in Warren, Ohio, the son of Robert “Leonard” & Velma (Rathburn) Shepherd. Bob is survived by his wife, of 59 years, Karen Rose Shepherd, daughter Kelly Carvalho of Clarkston MI, daughter Kayla Shepherd of Chelsea MI, sister Lesta Lynch of TX, Son in Law and “Best Friend” Jack Carvalho, granddaughter Ashtyn Rose, and grandson Camryn Robert Carvalho. Bob is preceded in death by his parents and half-brother, Ken Love.
Bob graduated from W Farmington Ohio High School in 1961. In that same year Bob married High School Sweetheart Karen Rose McIntosh of West Farmington, OH. Soon after Bob moved to Detroit Mi and commenced his Lineman Apprenticeship. In 1965, Bob began his electrical career as a lifelong proud IBEW member working for Harlan Electrical Construction of Southfield, MI. In 1969, Bob embarked on a 23-year journey working for the City of Detroit Public Lighting Commission. August 9, 1992 echoed in the next phase of Bob’s professional career working as Superintendent of Chelsea Electric until his retirement in January 2003. Chelsea’s “Robert G Shepherd – Substation”, commemorates Bob’s service and dedication to the community in which he lived, worked, and grew to love.
Marian Schad
Marian Schad of Dexter, Michigan, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2020. She was born February 18, 1931 in Boissevain, Manitoba, Canada, to James and Annie (Dennett) Ball. As a girl growing up in England, she enjoyed running track (nicknamed “Fly”), field hockey and Girl Guides. She knitted socks for the soldiers during WWII and cared for her younger siblings when her mother passed.Marian was an active member of the Dexter Church of Christ. She steadfastly followed God since her youth and remained a faithful servant her whole life. She worked at A&P Grocery for many years. Despite hardships along the way, she never lost her fire and determination to carry on. She was tenacious, independent, and always came out of trials stronger than before.
She enjoyed gardening, baking, and hosting. Her genuine delight for company always made guests feel welcomed and loved. It was impossible to visit her home and not be blessed by her tasty cooking or baking. She will be especially remembered for her pie making and welcoming spirit.
Virginia "Ginny" Sayers
of Chelsea, age 94, died Wednesday, January 29, 2020, at Silver Maples of Chelsea. She was born August 19, 1925, in Des Moines, Iowa, the daughter of Lyle & Beulah (Baker) Utsler.She graduated from Dexter High School, then went to St. Joseph Nursing School. Ginny worked as an RN at King-Seeley, then Ann Arbor Family Practice. She retired from the Ann Arbor VA Hospital. Ginny liked playing scrabble and “words with friends” on the internet. She also enjoyed euchre.
Cora Johnson Bell
Cora Johnson Bell of Ann Arbor, age 85, died Monday, January 13, 2020, at her home. She was born August 6, 1934, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, the daughter of William Arthur & Ida Mae (Holmes) Brown.
Cora attended the Madonna Parish in Detroit, where she served for many years. She worked for the school district of Highland Park for 34 years. Cora enjoyed bowling and loved spending time with her family and friends. She had a joyful spirit, and everyone loved to be around her. Cora told the truth in a direct, yet loving way.