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MAUDE MAE (WEIR-MCMILLAN) ALDEN (9 MAY 1884 – 7 DEC 1966)

 

GLADWIN WOMAN DIES

 

GLADWIN --- Mrs. Maude Alden, 82, a native of Gladwin, died Wednesday morning at the Gladwin Nursing Home where she had been a patient for the past two years. She was born in Gladwin May 9, 1884.

 

Mrs. Alden is survived by one son, Donald of Ferndale; a daughter, Mrs. Irene Potter of Ann Arbor; brother, George Weir of Gladwin and sister, Mrs. Hazel Greer of Saginaw. Also ten grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren.

 

Funeral services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Miner Funeral Home in Gladwin. Rev. M. R. Putman will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery near Gladwin. MDN dated 12-8-1966 Page - 3.

 

ANDREW M. ALLEN (31 AUG 1899 - 15 MAY 1957)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR ANDREW ALLEN

 

   Andrew M. Allen, 57, died in Detroit Wednesday, May 15,. A veteran of World War II, he was born in Paulding county, Ohio on August 31, 1899. He made his home in Gladwin county most of his life.

   Survivors include his mother, Mrs. Rose Allen of Gladwin; two sisters, Mrs. Myrta Cripps of Gladwin and Mrs. Mary Grove of Beaverton; four brothers, Wilbert of Gladwin, Earl of Flint, Carl and Melvin of Midland.

   Services were held Sunday at the Hall Funeral Home, the Rev. Henry C. Hall officiating. Burial was in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-22/1957 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

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CARL A. ALLEN (18 MARCH 1908 - 16 JAN 1973)

Carl A. Allen, 64, died Tuesday, January 16, at Kenosha, Wisc., following a long illness. Born in Butman Township March 18, 1908, he was employed at Dow Chemical in Midland. He made his home in Gladwin County until he went to Kenosha eight years ago at the time of his retirement. Surviving are a son, Carl R. of Kenosha, Wisc., two sisters, Mrs. William (Mertie) Cripps of Gladwin and Mrs. Wilbur (Mary) Grove of Beaverton. Funeral services were held Friday at 2:00 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin, with the Rev. C. E. Howe officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-24/1973 Column - 5 Page - 2

ROSE ETTA (MARQUART) ALLEN (24 OCT 1872 - 19 JULY 1957)

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS. ROSE ALLEN

   Mrs. Rose Etta Allen, 84, of Butman township, died Friday at the Hostettler Rest Home after an illness of several months. She was born in Paulding County, Ohio, October 24, 1872 and had been a resident of Gladwin County since 1902. The former Miss Rose Marquart, she was married to William Allen on May 9, 1891, in Oakwood, Ohio. Her husband preceded her in death on October 8, 1946. Surviving are four sons, Wilbert of Gladwin, Earl of Flint, Melvin and Carl, both of Midland; two daughters, Mrs. William Cripps Sr. and Mrs. Wilbur Grove, both of Gladwin; 34 grandchildren; 58 great grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. Two daughters, Velma, who died in infancy, and Mrs. Ethel Cripps, and one son, Andrew Allen, also preceded her in death. Funeral services where held on Sunday afternoon at 2:30 at the Sherman Free Methodist church. The Rev. Dale Woods officiated and burial was in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-24/1957 Column - 6 Page - 1

VELMA ELIZABETH ALLEN (30 SEP 1905 - 11 JUNE 1907)

WILLIAM AUGUSTUS ALLEN (16 MARCH 1870 - 8 OCT 1946)

SERVICES THURSDAY FOR WM. ALLEN

   William Augustus Allen, 76, died at his farm home in Butman township Tuesday morning, October 8, after a heart attack. Funeral services will be held on Thursday afternoon at the Sherman Free Methodist church at 2 o'clock, with burial in the Ridge cemetery. Rev. E. Foglesonger will officiate. The body will be at the Reigle Funeral Home until Wednesday evening. Mr. Allen was born on March 16, 1870 in Carey, Ohio and was married to Rose Marquart on May 9, 1891 in Oakwood, Ohio. They made their home in Gladwin county for many years. Surviving are his wife, Rose; five sons, Wilburt of Gladwin, Earl and Melvin, of Flint, Carl of Midland and Andrew, of Detroit; two daughters, Mrs. Myrta Cripps and Mrs. Mary Groves of Gladwin; 32 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. Two daughters, Ethel and Velma, preceded him in death. Gladwin County Record dated 10-09/1946 Column - 4 Page - 1

DAVID JOSEPH ALMOND, III (4 DEC 1952 - 12 FEB 1991)

DAVID JOSEPH ALMOND, IV (15 FEB 1984 - 30 NOV 1987)

Youth killed when run over by truck

A 3-year-old Gladwin youth was killed after being run over by a delivery truck in his Secord Township driveway Monday afternoon. Gladwin Sheriffs officers identified the youth as David Joseph Almond IV, of Gladwin. He was pronounced dead at the scene by Dr. James Sullivan, Gladwin County medical examiner.

Deputies said the boy was fatally injured when a delivery truck ran over him as it was leaving his parents’ driveway on N. M-30 in Secord Township. The mishap occurred about 2:48 p.m., authorities said. His parents, David and Terry Almond of Gladwin, were home at the time of the mishap, according to officers.

Details of the accident are sketchy and the incident remains under investigation. Sheriffs officers were assisted by an accident investigator from the Gladwin State Police and emergency personnel from the Gladwin Emergency Medical Services and the Clement Township Rescue Squad. David’s obituary appears on page 2.

DAVID ALMOND IV

David Joseph Almond IV, 3, of 1454 N. M-30, Gladwin, died suddenly Monday, Nov. 30, after being run over by a truck in his driveway. He was born in West Branch, Feb. 15, 1984.

Surviving are his parents, David and Terri (Esiline) Almond of Gladwin; 2 brothers, Aaron and Christopher, at home; one sister, Nikki, at home; grandparents, Mrs. Elaine Almond of Grosse Pointe, Donald Esiline of Modesto, Calif, and Mrs. Mildred Krueger of Yucca, Ariz.; and his great grandparents, Carl and Bernice Clayton of West Branch.

Services were held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Pastor Brian Wright officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-2/1987 Column – 3 Page – 2.

ALBERT ANDERSON (8 AUG 1865 – 26 OCT 1916)

Anderson---Albert Anderson died Oct. 26 at Atlanta, of blood poisoning. The body was brought to Gladwin Friday on the evening train. Funeral services were held at the Riley church Sunday, conducted by Rev. Braun. Gladwin County Record dated 11-2/1916 Column - 7 Page - 1.

ALBERT E. ANDERSON (30 JUNE 1891 - 18 SEP 1912)

BODY RECOVERED

ALBERT E.ANDERSON FOUND IN

BOTTOM OF PRATT'S LAKE

After Three Days' Search—Coroner's Jury Says It Was Accidental Drowning.

The body of Albert E. Anderson, who was drowned in Pratt's lake, Sept. 24, was brought to the surface Sept. 26, through the efforts of Coroner Wright and Sheriff Shell, together with a corps of assistants.

The body was recovered with grappling hooks about 10:30 a.m. on the| third drag across the lake. Undertakers Black & Bradley were called to the scene and the body was removed to the parental home. A coroner's jury was impanelled and returned a verdict of accidental drowning. Gladwin County Record dated 10-3/1912 Column – 4 Page - 1.

DAVID H. ANDERSON (23 SEP 1888 - 6 OCT 1971)

 

   David H. Anderson, 83, of Sage Township, died in a Harrison nursing home, today, Wednesday, October 6, following an illness of several years. Born September 23, 1888, in Sage Township, Gladwin County, Mr. Anderson had lived his lifetime here. He and the former Harriette L. Molesworth were married November 14, 1917. A farmer, Mr. Anderson had served as township clerk at one time and was a veteran of World War I.

   Surviving are his wife Harriette; five daughters, Mrs. Horace (Faith) Griffin, Mrs. Arthur (Harriet) Schindler, and Mrs. Melvin (Dolores) Winkler, all of Gladwin, Mrs. Arthur (Grace) Anderson of Midland, and Mrs. Larry (Rita) Hall of Hope; one son, Worth Anderson of Flint; a brother, William of Florida; 22 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. A son and a daughter preceded him in death.

   Services will be held Saturday, Oct. 9, at 2:00 P.M. at the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin, with the Rev. John W. Cermak officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-06/1971 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

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GIDEON ANDERSON (12 AUG 1854 - 17 DEC 1927)

 

Gideon Anderson was born in Canada, Aug 12, 1854, and died in Hurley Hospital, Flint, of pneumonia Dec 17, 1927, aged 73 years, 4 months and 5 days.

He spent his boyhood in Canada, coming to Michigan as a young man to work in the white pine around Alpena. In 1882 at Speaker, Sanilac county, he was united in marriage to Jemima Glendenning, who preceded him in death eight year ago. One daughter, Nellie, died at the age of 2 years. He is survived by two sons, David of Sage township and William of Flint, and nine grandchildren. Mr. Anderson and his wife and infant daughter came to Meredith in 1884, where they resided until 1886, when they settled in Sage township, which was at that time practically a forest. At various times in his later life he worked in automobile plants in Flint. He was an employee of the Chevrolet Motor Co., at the time of his death. Gladwin County Record dated 12-22/1927 Column - 3 Page - 4

 

GLENN D. ANDERSON (24 MAY 1918 - 13 OCT 1944)

 

KILLED IN FRANCE

 

   PFC. Glenn D. Anderson, 26, of Gladwin, who was reported missing in France on October 8th, has since been reported killed in action on October 13th, according to word received by his wife last week.

   Son of Mr and Mrs David Anderson, of Sage township, Glenn was born here on May 24, 1918.  He was graduated from the Gladwin High School in June of 1936.  On December 7, 1940, he was married to the former Miss Ida May Codling, of Gladwin.  He was an active member of the Riley Evangelical Church and was superintendent of the Sunday School there at the time of his induction into the army.  He worked at the Gladwin Flouring Mills here before entering service.

   Following his induction into the Army on March 16, 1944, he was sent to Camp Walters, Texas, where he received 17 weeks of basic training.  He was given a 14-day furlough which he spent here with his family and then was sent to Fort Meade, Maryland, where he remained until he embarked for service overseas about September 1st. Gladwin County Record dated 11-29/1944 Column - 7 Page - 1

 

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GUSTAVE ANDERSON (2 NOV 1900 - 26 AUG 1975)

Gustave D. Anderson, 74, well known Sage Township resident and builder died Tuesday morning in the Gladwin Area Hospital following a long illness. Born in Alpena on November 2, 1900, he came to Gladwin County with his parents in 1906 and then moved to Youngstown, Ohio, in 1919. Mr. Anderson moved back to Gladwin and Sage Township in 1934. He was employed as a carpenter with Sun Oil Company and later was a self-employed home builder. He was a member of the Gladwin First United Methodist Church and the Golden Agers Senior Citizens Club. Mr. Anderson and the former Orathy Butler were married on September 8, 1934, in Mercer, Pa. Surviving besides his wife are two sons, Donald and Lowell, both of Gladwin; one daughter, Mrs. Melvin (Marlene) Otto of Gladwin; two brothers, Fern of Youngstown, Ohio and Sam of Pasadena, Calif.; three sisters, Mrs. Agnes Dupont fo St. Petersburg, Fla., Mrs. Elsie Lloyd of Tulsa, Okla. and Mrs. Hattie Brenneman of Portersville, Pa.; and 12 grandchildren. Services will be held Friday at 11 a.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Byron Hatch will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-27/1975 Column - 4 Page - 2

HARRIETTE LENORA (MOLESWORTH) ANDERSON (6 JAN 1900 - 23 APRIL 1985)

   Harriette (Nora) Anderson, 85, of Gladwin, died Tuesday, April 23, in the Midland Hospital Center following a short illness. Born in Sage Township Jan. 6, 1900, she spent her lifetime here.  She was a member of Gladwin United Methodist Church and WWI Barracks Auxiliary 3421. The former Harriette Molesworth, she was married to David Anderson Nov. 14, 1917, in Gladwin.  He preceded her in death Oct. 6, 1971. Surviving are one son, Worth (Mike) of Flint; 5 daughters, Mrs. Grace Anderson of Midland, Mrs. Horace (Faith) Griffin, Mrs. Arthur (Harriet) Schindler and Mrs. Melvin (Dolores) Winkler of Gladwin and Mrs. Larry (Rita) Hall of Hope; 2 sisters, Mrs. Sylvia Anderson of Fenton and Mrs. Vivian Vachon of Flint; 22 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild.  She was preceded in death by a son, Glenn, in World War II and a daughter, Mary, as an infant. Services were held Friday at 1 P.M. from the United Methodist Church. The Rev. Donald Bates officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 05-01/1985 Column - 3 Page - 2

IRENE (BACON) ANDERSON (21 FEB 1923 - 9 JULY 1976)

MRS. ANDERSON

GLADWIN --- Mrs. Irene L. Anderson, 53, of Gladwin died Friday morning at the Midland Hospital Center. She was born in Flint, Feb. 21, 1923. She was a resident of Gladwin for 20 years. She was a member of the Gladwin Baptist Church. She married Oscar Anderson, Sept. 28, 1950 in Flint.

Surviving are her husband; two sons, Douglas and Kevin , one stepson, Ron, all of Gladwin; three grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Evelyn Pratt, Flint; one brother LaVerne Bacon, Davison. Services will be 2 p.m. Monday from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Friend may call any time. MDN dated 7-10-1976 Page – 2.

JEMIMA (GLENDENNING) ANDERSON (25 MAY 1856 - 11 SEP 1919)

Jemima Glendenning Anderson was born in Haldiman county, Ont., May 25, 1856. She removed to Sanilac county, Mich., at seven years of age with her parents, where she lived until her marriage to Gideon Anderson in February, 1882. After their marriage they resided in Canada for a short time and in 1885 they moved to Gladwin county, making their home in Sage township, where she resided till she departed this life Sept. 11, 1919, aged 63 years, 4 months and 17 days. She is survived by her husband, two sons, David and William, also three grandchildren, all of Sage; two sisters, Mrs. Thomas Shell, and Mrs. Marv Brown of Butman, one brother, David Glendenning of Saginaw. One sister and one brother preceded her in death, also a daughter at two years of age. Deceased was a faithful attendant of divine service and an attentive hearer. Funeral service was conducted by Rev. A. J. Hettler, assisted by Rev. W. H. Watson of Grand Rapids, Mich., at Riley Church, Sunday. Interment in Ridge cemetery. A large circle of friends gathered to pay their respects to the departed. Gladwin County Record Obituary dated 09-18/1919 Column - 4 Page - 5

KENNETH O. ANDERSON (28 DEC 1927 - 11 OCT 2000)

Kenneth O. Anderson, 72, of Gladwin, died Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2000 at home following a long illness. Born Dec. 28, 1927 in Flint, he was the son of Tyler and Anna (Trulson) Anderson. He was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County.

Kenneth married Marilyn Coffell, June 16, 1950 in Gladwin. He was a machinist for Lyle’s Industries in Beaverton, retiring in 1990 after 20 years. He was a past member of the Gladwin Eagles Aerie #3292, and past member of the Gladwin Moose Lodge #3920.

Besides his wife he is survived by three sons, Bob Anderson of Florida, William and wife Jeanette Anderson of Harrison, and Randy and wife Lee Grimes of Gladwin; one daughter, Yvonne Anderson of Gladwin; two brothers, Albert of Beaverton and Harold of Clio; 10 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Michael in 1991; and one brother, Keith.

Services were held at 11 a.m. Friday at Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin, with Rev. Dr. Deane Wyllys officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin.

LULU MAE (UNDERWOOD) ANDERSON (14 MAY 1904 - 31 OCT 1965)

EX-GLADWIN WOMAN DIES

Former Gladwin resident Mrs. Lula Anderson, 64, died Sunday night Youngstown, Ohio. She was born in Paulding, Ohio May 14, 1904.

Her survivors are her husband Rudolph; two sons, Alfred of Maryland, and Weldon of West Virginia; three grandchildren; one sister, Miss Lela Underwood of Gladwin; and four brothers, Lyle of Gladwin, Jesse of Gladwin, Ray of Lansing, and Ceral of Mason, Mich.

The service will be Wednesday at 2 p.m. at in the funeral hall in Gladwin. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Ross Tracy and the burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. MDN 11-2-1965 Page – 3.

MARY H. ANDERSON (17 JUNE 1927 - 10 JULY 1928)

   Little Mary H. Anderson, infant daughter of Mr and Mrs David H Anderson, was born June 17, 1927, and passed away July 10, 1928, after an illness of ten days. She was a bright and sweet tempered baby and will be greatly missed by all. She leaves to mourn her loss, besides her bereaved father and mother, four sisters, Grace, aged seven; Faith, six;  Harriet, four; Dolores, two; and one brother, Glenn, age ten, also her grandparents, Mr and Mrs George Molesworth, and other relatives and friends. Services were held from the Riley church Thursday afternoon, July 12, Rev. Leroy Whitney, pastor of the Methodist church, officiating. The little body was laid to rest in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-19/1928 Column - 5 Page - 5

MICHAEL W. ANDERSON (11 APRIL 1958 - 11 JAN 1991)

 

MICHAEL ANDERSON

 

Michael W. Anderson, 32, of 519 First St., Gladwin, died Friday, Jan. 11, 1991, of injuries received in an automobile accident that night near Lansing. Born in Gladwin, April 11, 1958, he had spent his lifetime here. Mr. Anderson was an engineer for Handy and Harman Automotive

Division in Gladwin. He was a member of the Gladwin Eagles Aerie 3292. Mr. Anderson and the former Kay Sharp were married Oct. 1, 1984, in Gladwin.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 daughters, Angel and Shandal, at home; his parents, Kenneth and Marilyn Anderson of Gladwin; 2 brothers, Robert of Romulus and William of Gladwin; and one Sister, Yvonne Anderson of Milan.

 

Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Joel Hurley officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 1-16/1991 Column – 4 Page – 2.

MINNIE (WEINKAUFF) ANDERSON (3 MAY 1870 – 17 AUG 1916)

FORMER RESIDENT DIES IN YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO

Mrs. Albert Anderson, a former Gladwin resident, died of a heart attack August 17 at her home in Youngstown, Ohio. Mrs. Anderson was born in Alpena, Michigan, May 3, 1870 and was married to Albert Anderson in 1857. To them was born eleven children. Mr. Anderson and two sons preceded her in death. The Anderson family came from Alpena in 1907 and settled in Sage township. In 1923 she moved to Youngstown, Ohio.

Surviving her are five sons, Julius, Ferdinand, Rudolf and Samuel all of Youngstown, Gustave of Gladwin, four daughters, Mrs. Agnes Weston, Mrs. Ruth Little of Youngstown, Mrs. Hattie Brennaman of Portersville, Pennsylvania, Mrs. Elsie Lloyd of Tulsa, Oklahoma, twenty two grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

The body of Mrs. Anderson was brought to Gladwin Saturday. Services were held at the Rogers Funeral Home Sunday at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Warkentine officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-23/1939 Column – 6 Page – 1.

NELLIE MAY ANDERSON (Abt. JULY 1884 - 25 SEP 1886)

ANDERSON -- Nellie May, aged 2 years, 4 months and 11 days, of cholera infantum. Funeral Sunday, September 26, at the Presbyterian church in Gladwin township. Gladwin County Record dated 09-24/1886 Column - 5 Page - 5

NEWELL WELDON "ANDY" ANDERSON (31 JAN 1920 – 2 SEP 1988)

NEWELL ANDERSON

Newell Weldon (Andy) Anderson, 68, of Bay City, died Friday, Sept. 2, at the Bay Medical Center after a long illness. Born in Gladwin, Jan. 31, 1920, he was self-employed in the construction and asphalt business. Mr. Anderson was a 32nd degree Mason, a Shriner and a Mariner. He was a member of the Bay City Moose Lodge, the Elks, F.O.E. and the American Legion. Mr. Anderson and the former Arlyne Chatelle were married in 1953 in Grayling.

Besides his wife, he is survived by 4 sons, John of Kawkawlin, Scott, stationed in Greece with the Army, Mark of Altamonte Springs, Fla. and Newell Jr. of Orlando, Fla.; one brother, Alfred of Ohio; and 8 grandchildren.

Rites were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev.Joel Hurley officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. A Masonic memorial service was held Tuesday at 8 p.m. by the Gladwin lodge. Gladwin County Record dated 9-7/1988 Column – 4 Page – 2.

ORATHY FAY (BUTLER) ANDERSON (12 AUG 1909 - 10 AUG 1981)

Orathy Fay Anderson, 72, of 3578 W. Riley Rd., Gladwin, died Monday, Aug. 10, following a short illness. Born in Coalgate, Okla., on August 12, 1909, she moved to Tulsa where she worked for retail merchants and to Gladwin County in 1934. Mrs. Anderson was Sunday School superintendent for many years at the Gladwin United Methodist Church, past chairman of the Cancer Society, a 4-H leader for 15 years and a member of the Gladwin Area Hospital Ladies Auxiliary and the Golden Agers Senior Citizens Club. The former Orathy Butler, she was married to Gustave Anderson September 8, 1934, in Mercer, Pa. He preceded her in death on August 26, 1975.

   Surviving are 2 sons, Donald and Lowell of Gladwin; one daughter, Mrs. Melvin (Marlene) Otto of Gladwin; 3 brothers, William of Gladwin, Roy of California and Stanley of Oklahoma; 11 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Gladwin United Methodist Church. The Rev. Donald Bates will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements are in charge of the Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 08-12/1981 Column - 4 Page - 3

OSCAR ANDERSON (22 MAY 1922 - 20 JUNE 2005)

Oscar Anderson, 85, of Gladwin, died June 19, 2005 at MidMichigan Medical Center in Midland. He was born in Gladwin on May 22, 1920 to Ola and Martha (McMaster) Anderson. He married Charlene Witkovsky in Gladwin on Oct. 17, 1980. He lived his whole life in Gladwin County and was owner/operator of Anderson Excavating until his retirement in 1971.

Surviving him are his wife, Charlene Anderson of Gladwin; two sons, Douglas Anderson and Kevin Anderson, both of Gladwin; a daughter-in-law, Gail Anderson of Gladwin; four step-children, David (Ivone) Miller of Gladwin, and Rick (Kris) Miller, Debra (Douglas) Rumminger and Mark (Rhonda) Miller all of Greenville, South Carolina; three grandchildren, Dion Anderson and Vicki Shea, both of Gladwin, and Amber Jones of Midland; 15 step-grandchildren and eight Great grandchildren; two brothers and two sisters, Art Anderson of Gladwin, Iva Peck of Gladwin, Larry Anderson of Arizona and Irene Kure of Mt. Clemens; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his son, Ron Anderson.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, June 22 at Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin with Pastor Bryan Johnson officiating. Burial followed at Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Memorial contributions may be made to Gideons International. Gladwin County Record dated 06-29/2005 Column - 4 Page - 2

RONALD O. ANDERSON (15 SEP 1942- 31 JULY 1996)

RONALD O. ANDERSON

Ronald O. Anderson, 53, of Gladwin, died Wednesday, July 31, 1996 at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center – Midland following a short illness. Born Sept. 15, 1942 in Detroit, he resided in Gladwin most of his life. Mr. Anderson had been employed by Gladwin High School as a para professional in the building trades class. He married the former Gail Greer Oct. 21, 1961 In Gladwin.

Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Dion and wife Vicki of Gladwin; 2 daughters, Vicki and husband Timothy Shea of Gladwin, and Amber and husband Andrew Jones of Livonia; his father and stepmother, Oscar and Charlene Anderson of Gladwin; 3 brothers, Douglas Anderson of Gladwin, Kevin Anderson of Gladwin, and Mark Peterson of Flint; one sister, Sandra Godwin of Flint; and 7 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his stepmother, Irene Anderson July 9, 1978.

Services were held at 2 p.m. Friday from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin chapel. The Rev. Deane Wyllys officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 8-7/1996 Column – 1 Page – 7.

VANCE GLENN ANDERSON (5 MAY 1944 - 17 FEB 2011)

Vance Glenn Anderson, age 66, died on Thursday, Feb. 17, 2011 at the Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio following two months of complications after having a Lung Transplant on Dec. 18, 2010. He went peacefully with his beloved wife Kathy at his side.

Vance was born May 5, 1944 in Gladwin to Ida May (Codling) and Glenn D. Anderson. His father was killed in action five months later in Sivry, France, having seen his son in August of that year. His mother remarried a few years later and they moved to Midland, where he grew up. He graduated from Midland High School in 1962.

TRUMAN ARNOT (1842 - 19 DEC 1902)

 

DEATH OF TRUMON ARNOT

 

   Truman Arnot died at his home in Gladwin township, Dec. 19, 1902, of asthma, aged 60 years. Funeral services were held at the Ridge M. E. church Sunday conducted by Rev. O. C. Teachout, and the remains were interred in Gladwin cemetery. Mr. Arnot served in the civil war. He was a familiar figure in Gladwin county, where he had resided upwards of 30 years. He leaves a widow and several children. Gladwin County Record dated 12-26/1902 Column - 6 Page - 5

 

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   Truman Arnot was born in Rochester, N. Y., and died at his home in the township of Gladwin near McClure Dec. 19, 1902. He came to Sandy Creek and was married to Fanny Spiser. To them were born three children, two boys and one girl, of whom one boy survives him. In the year 1871 he came to Gladwin, and in 1878 was married to Josephine Koontz. To them were born four children, all of whom with their motehr live to mourn the loss. The funeral was held in the Ridge, M. E. church Sunday, Dec. 21, 1902, conducted by Rev. O. C. Teachout. The remains were laid to rest in the Gladwin cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-02/1903 Column - 5 Page - 5

 

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GEORGE A. AUSTIN (1855 - 15 NOV 1936)

 

GEORGE A. AUSTIN DIES IN DETROIT NOVEMBER 15

 

   Services were held at the funeral parlors of Rogers & Neely Friday afternoon for George A. Austin, conducted by Rev. Grant L. Jordan. Burial services were on the family lot at the Ridge cemetery. Services were also held in Detroit Wednesday, conducted by Rev. Roy Williamson, of the Baptist church.

   Born in New York state in 1855 he died November 15, 1936, in Detroit from injuries received when he was struck by a car November 2 when he stepped from the walk into the street. He was a resident of Gladwin many years and while here married Miss Dula Garbet. The Austins moved from Gladwin to Flint in 1910, and later to Detroit, where he has lived eight years. For a number of years he worked in the A. H. House elevator which was on the present location of the Community building.

   Surviving him are two daughters and four sons, Charles Austin of Glenn Falls, N. Y.; Vern, Clayton and Jesse of Detroit; Mrs. Beatrice Sharp of Milwaukee, Wis., and Sister Theodora of St. Joseph Sisters. Gladwin County Record dated 11-25/1936 Column - 6 Page - 1

BARBARA A. (RICH) AUXIER (1942 - ?) s/w Johnny E.

JOHNNY EDWARD AUXIER, JR (18 JAN 1935 – 13 DEC 1992) m. 1 Sep 1962, s/w Barbara A.

JOHNNY AUXIER

Johnny Edward Auxier Jr. 57, of 2215 Zimmerman St. Flint, died suddenly Sunday, Dec. 13, 1992, in the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Gladwin. He was born in McCarr, Ky., Jan. 18, 1935, and moved to Flint in 1953. He owned property in Gladwin County for 10 years. Mr. Auxier was an export checker for General Motors SPO Plant 1 in Swartz Creek. He served in the Army from 1958 to 1960 and was a member of UAW Local 659.

Mr. Auxier and the former Barbara Rich were married Sept. 1, 1962, in Swartz Creek. Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Mickey of Clare; one daughter, Brenda Auxier of Gladwin; a brother, Drew Kennedy of Flint; 3 sisters, Geraldine Burns of Sand Lake, Mary Ann Watson of Flint and Clara Collins of Kentucky; and 3 granddaughters. He was preceded in death by his parents, J.E. and Florence Auxier Sr. and a brother, Ezra.

Rites were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. George Coon officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-16/1992 Column – 3 Page – 2.

ADA AYRE (1886 – 12 MAY 1914)

Ada Ayres, wife of Robert Ayres of Gladwin township, died at their home Tuesday morning after a long illness with tuberculosis. Services will be held at the Wagarville church Thursday morning at 11. Gladwin County Record dated 5-14/1914 Column – 7 Page – 2.

GEORGE AYRE (27 DEC 1859 - 27 MAY 1906)

Quite a number from Sherman attended the funeral of George Ayers at Wagarville the 20th. Gladwin County Record dated 5-31/1906 Column – 5 Page – 7.

MABLE V. AYRE (2 APRIL 1888 - 6 FEB 1893) Daughter of G. & M. Ayers,

A child 10 weeks old of George Ayres died Tuesday of inflammation of the lungs. He had buried a 6 year old daughter last week. Gladwin County Record dated 2-17/1893 Column – 4 Page – 5.


ROBERT AYRE (12 MARCH 1878 – 25 NOV 1937)

Robert Ayre Dies at Mercy Hospital Wed.

Services were held Sunday afternoon, November 28, at 1:30 for Robert Ayre at the Ayre home in Gladwin township, conducted by Rev. Ivan E. Hodgson. Burial was at the Ridge cemetery. Born March 12, 1878, at Durham, England, he came to London, Ontario, with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Ayre, at the age of two years and nine months. In 1889 he came with his parents to Gladwin county, Michigan, who settled on the farm on which he was still living at the time of his death. He was taken to Mercy hospital, Bay City, Wednesday, where he died the next day, Thursday November 25.

 

Surviving him are his wife, Mrs. Carrie Ayre; son George, a student at the Gladwin high school; a daughter, Mrs. Eva Coy; and a grandson, L. Lavon Coy of Midland; his mother, Mrs. Marie Ayre Williams; three sisters, Mrs. Anr>e Partridge of Gladwin, Mrs. Bertha Gentz and Mrs. Mae Brown of Detroit: two brothers, Thomas Ayre of Gladwin and Lee Ayre of Flint. Gladwin County Record dated 12-1/1937 Column – 6 Page – 2.

RUSSELL H. AYRE (3 DEC 1892 - 14 FEB 1893) Son of G. & M. Ayers, Our Darling

A child 10 weeks old of George Ayres died Tuesday of inflammation of the lungs. He had buried a 6 year old daughter last week. Gladwin County Record dated 2-17/1893 Column – 4 Page – 5.

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CHARLES E. BABCOCK (11 APRIL 1861 - 19 JAN 1939)

 CHARLES BABCOCK DIES HERE, JANUARY 19

   Charles Babcock died at his home January 19 at the age of 77. Mr. Babcock was born in Ontario Canada April 11, 1861. In June 1884 he moved to Gladwin county. On April 21, 1895 he married Matilda Reigle and to them were born five children, one son and a daughter preceded him in death. Surviving him besides his wife are one daughter, Mrs. Katie Shamel of Flint, two sons, Sidney of Gladwin and James of Flint, six grandchildren, one great grand child, two sisters, Mrs Drucilla Peters of Harrow-smith, Canada, Mrs. Nancy Mathews of Fenton and other distant relatives and friends. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at the Free Methodist Church with Rev. H. R. Fiddler. Interment in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-25/1939 Column - 3 Page - 1

CHARLES ERNEST BABCOCK (18 JULY 1883 - 29 JUNE 1978)

Charles E. Babcock, 94, of 526 North State St., Gladwin, died Thursday July 29, in the Clare Nursing Home. Born in Gladwin County on July 18, 1883, he had spent his lifetime here. Mr. Babcock worked as a lumberjack in his younger years and then farmed in Hay Township until he retired and moved into Gladwin County in 1952. He was married to the former Mary Cann on June 17, 1905, in Gladwin. She preceded him in death on October 28, 1976. Surviving are 4 daughters, Mrs. Charles (Irene) Gould of Gladwin, Mrs. Alfred (Ida) Elliot of Clare, Mrs. Ray (Laura) Swanson of Grayling and Mrs. Earl (Minnie) Patierno of Canton; one son, Clarence of Gladwin; 12 grandchildren, 38 great grandchildren and one great great granddaughter. Services were held Saturday at 3:30 from the Mathews Funeral Home. Al Goff and Bill Engle officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-05/1978 Column - 5 Page - 2

MEMORIAM ... 14

   In memory of Charles Babcock who left us June 30, 1978. Dad's been gone two long years now, But just as plain as day, We see him sitting rocking there, Like he did yesterday, We still remember when we'd go to visit him awhile, We would find him in his rocking chair, He would greet us with a smile, Now he is gone and deep inside, Our grief is never gone, But smiles can hide a heartache, And we must carry on. --- Sadly missed by all the family. Gladwin County Record dated 07-02/1980 Column - 3 Page - 9 Section B.

CLARENCE R. BABCOCK (15 APRIL 1908 - 18 JAN 1983)

Clarence R. Babcock, 74, of 3823 Bay City Rd., Midland and formerly of Gladwin, died Tuesday evening, Jan. 18, in the Midland Hospital Center. Born in Gladwin County on April 15, 1908, he was self-employed in small engine repair and construction. He moved to Midland County six months ago. Surviving are 4 sons, Charles of Manton, Donald and Orson of Cadillac and Richard of Akron, Ohio; one daughter, Mrs. Bonnie Lou Currier of Nappa, Calif.; 4 sisters, Mrs. Irene Gould of Gladwin, Mrs. Ida Elliot of Clare, Mrs. Laura Swanson of Florida and Mrs. Minnie Patierno of Midland, and 20 grandchildren. Services were held Friday at 1 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Brian Wright officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-26/1983 Column - 4 Page – 2

 

Clarence R. Babcock (Midland Daily News, Jan. 20, 1983)

 

Clarence R. Babcock, 74, 3823 Bay City Road, formerly of Gladwin, died Tuesday evening in Midland Hospital Center.

 

He was born in Gladwin County April 15, 1908. He lived in Gladwin the greater part of his life and had lived in Midland the past six months.

 

He leaves his sons, Charles Babcock of Manton, Donald Babcock and Orson Babcock, both of Cadillac, and Richard Babcock of Akron, Ohio; daughter, Bonnie Lou Currier of Napa, Calif.; sisters, Irene Gould of Gladwin, Ida Elliott of Clare, Laura Swanson of Florida and Minnie Patierno of Midland; and 20 grandchildren.

 

Services will be at 1 p.m. Friday in Mathews Funeral Home, Gladwin, with the Rev. Brian Wright officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home anytime.

DERALD JUSTIN BABCOCK (21 APRIL 1923 - 15 APRIL 1990) s/w Norma Marian

Derald Justin (Jud) Babcock, 66, of Jackson and formerly of Gladwin, died Sunday, April 15, 1990, in a Jackson hospital after a short illness. Born in Detroit, April 21, 1923, he grew up in Gladwin. Mr. Babcock worked for Consumers Power Co. for 38 years and retired in 1985. He was a veteran of World War II and a member of the First United Methodist Church. Mr. Babcock and the former Norma Washmuth were married March 2, 1946, in Gladwin. Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, James of Pontiac; one daughter, Connie of Richmond, Va.; his parents, Sidney and Doris Babcock of Gladwin; and 2 grandchildren. Services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Leo Benett will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Visitation is from 6 to 9 p.m. tonight (Wednesday) at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Cancer Society. Gladwin County Record dated 04-18/1990 Column - 4 Page - 2


DORIS O. (TROWBRIDGE) BABCOCK (31 MAY 1901 - 6 FEB 1994)

Doris O. Babcock, 92, of Gladwin, died Sunday, Feb. 6, 1994, in the MidMichigan Regional Medical Center, Gladwin, after a long illness. She was born in Eaton County on May 31, 1901, and had lived most of her life in Gladwin County. She was a member of the Wagarville United Methodist Church. The former Doris Trowbridge, she was married to Sidney Babcock on Dec. 30, 1922, in Gladwin. Besides her husband, she is survived by a daughter-in-law, Norma Babcock of Jackson; one sister, Hazel Townsend of Gaylord; 2 grandchildren; and 2 great grandchildren, she was preceded in death by a son, Derald, on April 15, 1990. Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Sisson Funeral Home. The Rev. Sherry Parker officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-09/1994 Column - 4 Page – 2

EMILY MATILDA (REIGLE) BABCOCK (9 DEC 1878 – 20 FEB 1962) Wife

From the Gladwin County Record --- February 21, 1962

RITES FRIDAY FOR MATILDA WIDEMAN

Funeral services will be held Friday at 1:30 p.m. at the Gladwin Free Methodist Church for Mrs. Matilda E. Wideman, 84, who died Tuesday morning at her home in Gladwin, following a short illness. The Rev. Earl Fogelsonger and the Rev. George Skene will officiate and burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Born December 9, 1878, in Schuylkill County, Pa., she came to Gladwin at the age of six with her parents and has lived here since. She was a member of the Free Methodist Church.

The former Matilda E. Reigle was married to Charles Babcock on April 21, 1894, in Gladwin. He preceded her in death in February, 1939. She was married to Isaiah Wideman on August 31, 1940. Survivors include her husband, Isaiah; two sons, Sidney Babcock, of Gladwin,
and James Babcock, of Flint; a daughter, Mrs. Kattie Shamel, of Flint; two brothers, Frank Reigle, of Flint, and George Reigle, of Gladwin, four grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, and one great, great grandchild. Friends may call at the Miner Funeral Home.

 

HENRY BABCOCK (5 SEP 1850 - 26 MARCH 1936)

HENRY BABCOCK DIES THURSDAY AT FENTON

   Services were held Sunday, March 29, at 1:30 p.m. at the Free Methodist church for Henry Babcock, conducted by Rev. C. H. Woods. Burial was at Ridge cemetery. Mr. Babcock died Thursday, March 26, at the home of his sister, Mrs. Charles M. Matthews, at Fenton. He was born September 5, 1850, at Collins Bay, Ontario. He married Melissa Mattis October 5, 1871. They came to Gladwin county in October, 1880, and he has lived at his present residence 38 years. Mrs. Babcock died January 10, 1929. He is survived by three daughters and one son, Mrs. Amy Shanaver of Temperance, Mrs. Henry Nettleton of Gladwin, Mrs. Mary Craig of Flint and Charles E. Babcock of Winegars; three sisters and one brother, Mrs. Charles Matthews of Fenton, Mrs. George Peters of Sidneyham, Ont., Mrs. Rebecca Densmore of Kingston, Ont., and Charles Babcock of Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 04-01/1936 Column - 1 Page - 8

JONATHAN BABCOCK (3 JAN 1813 - 28 NOV 1887)

PASSED AWAY

   Jonathan Babcock, aged 74 years, 10 months and 25 days, fell dead suddenly at his residendce in Gladwin township Monday, while occupied with his usual out of door work. He had been in good health up to the time of his death, and had been in the village a few days before. Mr. Babcock was born in Ontario, and a few years ago came to this county. He leaves a wife and 11 children, Owing to sickness his wife was unable to attend the funeral service, which was conducted by Rev. A. H. Coors. Deceased had been a member of the Wesleyan Methodist church. Gladwin County Record dated 12-2/1887 Column - 3 Page – 5


MARJORIE ANN (CURRIE) BABCOCK (20 AUG 1861 - 31 JAN 1932) s/w Orland H.

Mrs. O. H. Babcock was the unfortunate victim of an accidental death caused by the explosion of kerosene from a can which overturned on the hot range, Sunday morning. Mrs. Babcock was severely burned and died after 12 hours of intense suffering. Marjorie Ann Babcock was born Aug. 20, 1861, at Port Sanilac; Sanilac county, Mich., and was a daughter of Roger and Elizabeth Currie, who came from Canada in 1860. She was married Feb. 22, 1882, to O. H. Babcock at Carsonville. Mr. and Mrs. Babcock lived in Sanilac county until 1885, when they came to Arenac county, moving to Roscommon county in 1887, from Roscommon county to Bay county in 1891 and to Gladwin county in 1892, where they have since resided. After their daughter, Mrs. John Levandoski, died in 1921, they went to Rhodes to live with their son-in-law, John Levandoski, where they have since made their home. Her husband, O. H. Babcock, survives her, together with three sons and three daughters, Arthur J. Babcock of Gladwin, Leonard A. Babcock of Flint, Hazen O. Babcock of Rhodes, Bertha M. Doane of Gladwin, Kate I. Purdy of Flint and Flossie I. Gray of Detroit. Mrs. Babcock was a member of the Free Methodist church. Funeral services were held at the Free Methodist church at Gladwin Wednesday, Feb. 3, at 2 p.m., conducted by Rev. D. A. Hoenshell, followed by burial at Ridge cemetery. Six nephews acted as pallbearers. Gladwin County Record dated 02-04/1932 Column - 5 Page – 1


MARY E. (CANN) BABCOCK (1889 - 28 OCT 1976)

Mrs. Mary L. Babcock, 86, of 526 N. State St., Gladwin, died Thursday, October 28, at Clare Nursing Home. A resident of Gladwin County since age 2 years, she was born at Palms, Sanilac County, Mich., November 6, 1889, to Richard and Ida Snay Cann. The former Mary Cann and Charles E. Babcock were married June 17, 1905, in Gladwin. Surviving are her husband, Charles; a son, Clarence R. of Gladwin; 4 daughters, Mrs. Charles (Irene) Gould of Gladwin, Mrs. Alfred (Ida) Elliot, of Clare, Mrs. Roy (Laura) Swanson of Grayling, and Mrs. Earl (Minnie) Patierno of Ypsilanti; 2 sisters, Viletta Johnson of Harrison, and Adele Kroening of Bay City; 11 grandchildren, 38 great grandchildren and 1 great, great grandchild. Services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. at Mathews Funeral Home with Mr. Bill Engle and Mr. Michael Ruble officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-03/1976 Column - 5 Page - 2

MELISSA REBECCA (MATTIS) BABCOCK (13 MAY 1855 - 10 JAN 1929)

Mrs. Melissa Babcock, died at their home on State street, Jan. 10, 1929, of bronchial trouble. Age, 73 years, seven months and 28 days. Mrs. Babcock was born in Colebrook, Ontario, May 13, 1855, and was married to Henry Babcock Nov. 27, 1870. Three daughters and one son, Mrs. Charles Shanavar of Toledo, Ohio, Mrs. Henry Nettleton of Gladwin and Mrs Craig of Flint; and Charles E. Babcock of Winegar survive her. Mr. and Mrs. Babcock came to Gladwin in March 1881 and have since resided here. In August 1925 she was converted at the meetings held in Flemmings grove, and later was baptized and joined the Free Methodist church, and has since been true to the faith in which she believed. Besides Mr. Babcock and the immediate family, she leaves to mourn three sisters and two brothers, Mrs. Robert Nelson of Brown City, Mrs. William Tomkins of Flint, Mrs. Sherman McGrath of Hope, Jacob Mattis of Napanee, Ont., also many other relatives and a host of friends. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at the Free Methodist church at Gladwin and conducted by Rev. G. W. Mustard. Those from out of the county who came to attend the funeral were: Mr. and Mrs. Charles Shanaver of Toledo, Ohio, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Babcock, Mrs. Levi Ostrander, Mrs. William Tompkins, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Nelson of Flint; Charles Matthews, Mrs. C. M. Matthews, Angus Matthews, Art Matthews and Rose Wasser of Fenton, and Mrs. Robert Nelson of Brown City and Mr. and Mrs Chas. Gould of Detroit. Gladwin County Record dated 01-17/1929 Column - 3 Page – 1


NORMA MARIAN (WASHMUTH) BABCOCK (1924 - ?) Wife, s/w Derald Justin

ORLAND HARVEY BABCOCK (11 JUNE 1859 – 1932)

SIDNEY WELLINGTON BABCOCK (28 SEP 1900 - 9 OCT 1996)

Sidney Wellington Babcock, 96, a long-time resident of Gladwin County, died Wednesday, Oct. 9, 1996. He was born Sept. 28, 1900 in Gladwin Township. Before the move to his retirement residence in 1968. Mr. Babcock had farmed his family farm on Shell Rd. in Wagarville since 1939. He served as supervisor of Gladwin Township from 1956 to 1964 and remained on the township board until his retirement in 1968. Mr. Babcock then served on the Sage Township Board of Review for several years. He married the former Doris Trowbridge Dec. 30, 1922 at the Gladwin First United Methodist Church. She preceded him in death in 1994. Surviving are a daughter-in-law, Norma Washmuth Babcock of Jackson; a sister-in-law, Hazel Townsend Cassidy of Midland; a granddaughter, Connie Jo Babcock of Richmond, Va.; a grandson, James J. Babcock and wife Mary, and 2 great-grandchildren, Kristine and Christopher, all of Oakland; 3 nieces, Betty Neeper of Leesburg, Fla., Lucille Robinson of Harrison, and Shirley Townsend Jensen; and a nephew, Wayne Townsend and wife Judy of Cadillac. Rites were held at 11 a.m. Saturday from the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin. The Rev. Donald Haskell officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-16/1996 Column - 2 Page – 7


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CHARLES EDGAR BAILEY (7 NOV 1882 – 27 JULY 1929)

CHARLES EDGAR BAILEY

Charles Edgar Bailey, a former resident of Gladwin, died July 27, 1929, at Hurley hospital, Flint. . Mr. Bailey was born Nov. 7, 1882 in Paulding county, Ohio, and was 46 years, 8 months and 20 days old. He came to Gladwin county, Michigan in 1900, and was married to Miss Myrtle Myers, March 5, 1903. One daughter, Mrs. Clifford Conarty, was born to them. In November 1917 the family moved to Flint, where he lived until his death.

He leaves to mourn his wife, daughter and son-in-law of Flint; two brothers, William Bailey of Flint, and T. A. Bailey of Roscommon; two sisters, Mrs. Musseta Varner of Oakwood, Ohio, and Mrs. James Bailey of Roscommon; many nieces and nephews and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held at the Sherman Free Methodist church July 29, 1929 at 2 p. m. conducted by Rev. Hoenshell of Pinconning. The body was laid to rest in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-8/1929 Column – 3 Page – 1.


ERIC BAILEY (14 JULY 2002 - 17 NOV 2002)

Eric Bailey, the four-month-old infant son of Lonnie and Jennifer (Parrish) Bailey passed away suddenly Sunday, Nov. 17, 2002. He was born in Caro on July 14, 2002.

Surviving besides his parents, Lonnie and Jennifer, are one brother, Michael Bailey at home; two sisters, Brittany Bailey and Kyndra DuRussel, both of Mayville; grandparents Vera Martin of Harrison, John Bailey of Linden, and Debra Parrish, Patrich Acre, Larry Parrish and Randy and Jane Wilmoth, all of Caro.

Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2002 at the Sisson Funeral Home with burial in Ridge Cemetery. The Sisson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 11-27/2002 Page - 2.

MYRTLE HATTIE (MYERS) BAILEY (8 DEC 1882 - 26 JAN 1968)

BURIAL HERE FOR EX-RESIDENT

   Mrs. Myrtle Hattie Bailey, 85, of Flint, and formerly of Round Lake, died Tuesday morning in Flint. Born in Ohio on Dec. 8, 1882, she moved from Gladwin County to Flint in 1917. Mrs. Bailey was married to Charles Bailey and he preceded her in death about 20 years ago. Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Audrey Conarty, of St. Helen; and four grandchildren. Rites wil be held Friday at 11 a.m. from Reigle's Colonial Chapel, Flint, with the Rev. George Marshall officiating. Burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin, with the Rev. John Cermak officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 01-24/1968 Column - 5 Page - 2

SYLVESTER A. BARTKOWIAK (13 DEC 1915 - 27 MAY 1985)

 

Sylvester A. Bartkowiak, 69, of 4411 Wagarville Rd., Gladwin, died suddenly Monday, May 27, in the Gladwin Area Hospital. Born in Detroit Dec. 13, 1915, he came to Gladwin County in 1974. He was a carpenter in construction and a veteran of World War II. Mr. Bartkowiak and the former Shirley Mawby were married May 3, 1942, in Detroit.

Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 daughters, Carol Coulter of Waterford and Sharon Garden of Garden City; 2 sons, Walter Lindsey of Highland and Edward Lindsey of Northville Township; 3 brothers, Leonard of Gladwin, Ralph of Dearborn and Norbet of Bridgport; 4 sisters, Geneive Kozlowski of Gladwin, Cecilia Schlaud of Capac, Sylvia Moskwa of Sterling Heights and Beatrice MarcAngelo of Canton; 10 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Gladwin County Record dated 05-29/1985 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

S SGT US ARMY WWII

 

BEATRICE I. BARTLETT (14 JAN 1907 – 18 APRIL 1989)

HAZEL I. (CRAWFORD) BARTLETT (20 MAY 1919 – 3 NOV 1984) 

HAZEL BARTLETT

Hazel I. Bartlett, 65, of 2694 Parkway Beach, Gladwin, died Saturday, Nov. 3, at her home following a long illness. Born in Hamilton, Ohio, May 20, 1919, she came to Gladwin County in 1972 from Detroit. She retired in 1972 from the General Motors Public Relations Dept.

The former Hazel Crawford she was married to Charles Stevens and he died in 1965. She then married Joseph Bartlett Dec. 29, 1967, in Hamilton, Ohio, and he preceded her in death Oct. 23, 1979.

Surviving are a step-son, John Bartlett of Livonia; a stepdaughter, Mrs. Shirley Boadway of Orland Park, Ill.; and 5 stepgrandchildren.

Rites were held today, Wednesday, from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Bruce Hatch officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-7/1984 Column – 4 Page – 2.


JOHNNIE BARTLETT (ABT. 3 NOV 1882 - 18 NOV 1883)  Aged 1 year & 15 days, Budded on earth, Bloomed in Heaven

JOSEPH E. BARTLETT (5 MAR 1908 – 23 OCT 1979)

Joseph E. Bartlett, 71, of Gladwin, died Tuesday in Mesa, Ariz. Born March 5, 1908, in Plymouth, England. Mr. Bartlett was employed as a bookkeeper for the First National Building in Detroit. He retired in 1972 and moved to Gladwin. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. On Dec. 29, 1967, he married Hazel Crawford in Hamilton, Ohio.

Surviving are his wife; a son, John Bartlett of Livonia; a daughter, Mrs. Shirley Broadway of Orland Park, Ill.; and five grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Gladwin chapel of Hall Funeral Home, with the Rev. Donald Bates officiating. Burial wil be in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin.

Friends may call from 3 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home. There will be an Eagle memorial service at 8 p.m. today in the funeral home. MDN 10-26-1979.

LILLIE BARTLETT (ABT. 1 FEB 1869 - 1 SEP 1887) Aged 18 years & 7 months

BARLETT---At Meredith, Sept. 1, 1887 Miss Lillie Bartlett, daughter of Henry' Bartlett, aged 18 years and 6 months, of typhoid fever. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. S. C. Tiney at the Meredith schoolhouse to-morrow at 8 o'clock a.m., and the remains will be interred in the Gladwin township cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-02/1887 Column - 4 Page - 5

DALE E. BASEL (1929 - ?) s/w Eleanor E.

ELEANOR E. BASEL (1929 - ?) s/w Dale E.

EVELYN BATTEES (22 MAY 1912 - 24 MARCH 1913)

 

The many friends of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Battees sympathize with them in the loss of their little daughter, Evelyn. Gladwin County Record dated 4-10/1913 Column – 3 Page – 7.
 

JOHN CASNER BATTEES (7 DEC 1846 - 14 MARCH 1916)

 

PROMINENT RESIDENT OF SHERMAN TOWNSHIP ANSWERS FINAL SUMMONS.

 

   John Casner Battees died March, 14, 1916, at his home in Sherman township, aged 69 years, 3 months and 7 days, after an illness of eight weeks. Mr. Battees was born at Marysville, Union county, Ohio, Dec. 7, 1846, and lived at home until Jan. 8, 1874, when he was united in marriage to Mary E. Richards. They move to Paulding county, Ohio, where they resided until August 1899, when they moved to Michigan and settled on a farm in Sherman township, where they lived until the summons came to answer the final call of One who doeth all things well. Mrs. Battees died November, 1912. Mr. Battees joined the Christian church in early manhood and was always a consistent member of the same. He served his country in the Civil war and was a member of Thomas J. May Post of Charlie, Ohio.

   Mr. Battees was the father of six children, of whom five are living to mourn his loss --- John S. Battees of Mishawakee, Flora E. Stuck, Lulu P. Kelly, Myrtle E. Austin and Walter V. Battees, all of Sherman township. He also leaves three sisters and 11 grandchildren. Mr. Battees was a kind father, a good neighbor, and will be missed by all who knew him. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Hygema from the German Baptist church at Round Lake Friday morning at 10:30 o'clock, followed by interment in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-23/1916 Column - 4 Page - 7

 

CIVIL WAR

 

MARY E. (RICHARDS) BATTEES (10 JUNE 1854 - 29 NOV 1912) s/w John G.

 

Mrs. Battees of Round Lake.

 

Round Lake, Dec. 2—Mrs. J. C. Battees died, on this eve. of Nov. 29, at the home of her daughter., Mrs. William Stuck, of paralysis; caused by a rupture of a blood vessel in the brain. She made an appointment with Dr. Busch to do some dental work, Nov. 28; after the work was

done, on their way home before they left Gladwin, Mr. Battees noticed as they were talking that heir speech grew thick, spoke of it to her, and suggested taking her back to consult with a physician. She objected, but as she grew worse, he insisted and she said no more. He drove back to Dr. Leininger's, and with the help of one other, she walked to the office, but nothing

could be done. About midnight Thursday they called both Drs. Leiniger and Suylandt, and they visited her Friday. No help was found, and she never regained consciousness.

 

A message was sent to Jack Battees at Mishawaka, Friday noon, and with his wife he reached Gladwin, Saturday noon only to learn that their mother had died.

 

The deceased was born in Cumberland county, Illinois, June 10, in 1854, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Richards. They removed to Columbus, O., the same year. Mary Richards was united in marriage with J. C. Battees at Marysville, near Columbus, 0. in 1871.

 

Six children were born to them: John the eldest, of Mishawaka, Ind.; Flora, wife of William Stuck of Round Lake; Lulu, wife of Frank Kelley of Beaverton, Ore.; Myrtle, wife of Charles Austin, of near Gladwin; and infant son, died, near Paulding Center, 0., in 1886. Walter Battees of Hillsboro, Ore., Mrs. Battees sister Mrs. Charles Gordon, of Edson, South Dakota, Mrs. Frank Kelley and Walter Battees could not be present at the funeral, which will be conducted at Round Lake G. B. church, Tuesday at 10 o'clock a. m., Reverends Willard of the Evangelical association and Hahn officiating; interment in Gladwin cemetery.

 

The deceased with the family all at home excepting Jack Battees, removed from 0., to their present home in Gladwin county in August., 1899, hoping the change might benefit her health, which it did. She became very active walking great distances, working in the Sunday-school

and church at Round Lake; until the German Baptist church was established, and was a frequent visitor at North Sage, and Sherman F. M. churches. Mr. and Mrs. Battees united with the Church of Christ near Paulding Center, Ohio. She was a devoted wife and mother, and as time passes

she will be greatly missed from many places. The pioneers are dispersing; time is passing swiftly, and when we look back fourteen years, miraculous changes have taken place. No idlers have struck this camp. It behooves us to work while yet it is day.

 

"So in the harvest if others may gather sheaves from the fields that in spring I have sown,

Who plowed or sowed, matters not to the reaper, I'm only remembered by what I have done." Gladwin County Record dated 12-5/1912 Column – 3 Page – 1.

 

CHARLES WILLARD BAUSERMAN (1870 - 12 NOV 1959)

FORMER RESIDENT BURIED IN RIDGE

   Charles W. Bauserman, 89, of 1929 Windsor Lane, Flint, died Thursday, November 12. Funeral services were held at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, November 14, from the Colonial Chapel, Reigle Funeral Home, Flint. Burial was in Ridge cemetery, Gladwin. Mr. Bauserman was a resident of Gladwin County until 1916. Survivors include his wife, Margaret; a son, Justin N.; two daughters, Mrs. James Norton and Mrs. Sarah Bradley; 14 grandchildren and 40 great-grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 11-18/1959 Column - 8 Page - 1
MARGARET MURABY (CARD) BAUSERMAN (16 MAY 1873 - 25 DEC 1963)

 BURIAL IS IN RIDGE CEMETERY

   Funeral services were held at 7 p.m Sunday, at the Colonial Chapel, Flint, for Mrs. Margaret M. Bausermand, 90, who died at Hurley Hospital on Friday, Dec. 27. The Rev. Harold A. Nessel officiated. Burial services were held Monday at 1 p.m. in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Born in Canada on May 16, 1873, she had lived in Flint since 1915. Her husband, Charles W., preceded her in death on Nov. 12, 1959. Mrs. Bauserman was a member of Central Methodist Church and W.S.C.S. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. James Norton, of Birch Run, and Mrs. Sarah Bradley, of Sarasota, Fla.; a son, Justin, of Flint; 14 grandchildren, 43 great-grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 01-01/1964 Column - 7 Page – 2.


JACK B. BEBOUT (22 AUG 1921 – 10 FEB 1991) MSGT US Air Force, WWII, Korea, Vietnam, Beloved husband of Elsie

JACK BEBOUT

 

Jack B. Bebout, 69, of Oxnard, Calif., died Feb. 10, 1991, at his home. Born in Wooster, Ohio, Aug. 22, 1921, he retired in 1975 from the military after 31 years including serving in World War II, Korea and Vietnam wars. Surviving are his wife, the former Eileen E. Ayers; one son, Mark of

California; a step-daughter, Mrs. Don (Carol) Hale of Gladwin; a step-son, Michael Berry of West

Lake Village, Calif.; 3 grandchildren and 5 step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 2 children, Michael and Michele. A military service was held in the Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Chaplain Joe White officiated and the honor guard was from the Gladwin County VFW. Gladwin County Record dated 3-13/1991 Column – 4 Page – 2.


WILLIAM L. BECK (8 SEP 1927 - 30 SEP 1990)

 

William L. Beck, 63, of 2696 Lakeshore Dr., Gladwin, died suddenly Sunday, Sept. 30, 1990, at his home. Born in Detroit, Sept. 8, 1927, he moved to Gladwin County in 1974, from Fraser. He was a retired engineer with Chrysler Corp. and served in the Navy during World War II. Mr. Beck was a member of the Fraser VFW Post 6691, the Tittabawassee Valley Lions Club, president of the Secord Lake Eagles Club, a captain with the Secord Township Volunteer Fire Dept. and the Knights of Columbus in Fraser. He drove a school bus for 16 years. Mr. Beck and the former Alice Tack were married May 17, 1947, in Detroit.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Carrie Null of Mt. Clemens; one brother, Robert of Gladwin; 8 grandchildren and one great grandson. He was preceded in death by a son, William (Skip) in June 1983.

 

Services were held today, Wednesday, at 11 a.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Father Donald Christensen officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Graveside services were by the Gladwin County VFW Post 7303. An Eagles memorial was held Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. Gladwin County Record dated 10-3/1990 Column – 3 Page – 2.

MAXINE LEE (HANEL) BELL (15 FEB 1930 – 12 JAN 1987)

MAXINE BELL

Maxine L. Bell, 56, of 4116 Betty Lee Blvd., Gladwin, died Monday, Jan. 12, in the Gladwin Area Hospital after a short illness. Born in Clare Feb. 15, 1930, she came to Gladwin County 3 years ago from Coleman.

Surviving are one son, Allen of Bay City; her mother, Mrs. Beatrice Durham of Coldwater; one brother, Albert Hanel of Gladwin; 5 half-brothers, Daniel Merritt of Clare, Stanley Merritt and Kenneth Merritt of Charlotte, Melvin Durham of Coldwater and Ronald Merritt of Farwell; and 2 half-sisters, Evelyn Landen of Grand Ledge and Wanda Markell of Van Wert, Ohio.

Rites were held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Jerry Wells officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 1-21/1987 Column – 3 Page – 2.


ALICE (ELTHORP) BELLINGER (NOV 1843 - 22 FEB 1933) s/w John

Alice Elthorpe Bellinger died Wednesday, Feb. 22, 1933, aged 90 years, at the home of her daughter in Gladwin township, in which township she had lived 61 years. Mrs. Bellinger was a descendant of English parentage and born in France in November, 1843. She came to America with her parents when still a small child and they settled in Oneida county, New York. She was united in marriage to John Bellinger in the year 1860 and together they came to Michigan in 1872, settling first in Saginaw county and about a year later coming to Gladwin county and township, settling on a farm a mile south of Wagarville. There were born to Mr. and Mrs. Bellinger 10 children, of whom five survive, Mrs. Gilbert Koontz of Bay City, Mrs. John Foran of Detroit, George Bellinger of Richfield, California, and Mrs. Norman Wagar and Melvin Bellinger of Gladwin. She was united with the Methodist church several years ago, to which she has been faithful ever since. Her health has been failing for the past seven years and was an extreme handicap to her very active life of almost a century. Her funeral was held Saturday at 3 p.m. at the Methodist church at Wagarville and the expressions of sympathy are acknowledged with heartfelt gratitude by her family. Her body was carried by six of her grandchildren and laid to rest in the Ridge cemetery by the side of her husband and children who had gone before. Gladwin County Record dated 03-02/1933 Column - 2 Page – 1


CARRIE F. BELLINGER (22 JAN 1873 - 11 MAY 1879) Daughter of John & Alice Bellinger


DANIEL W. BELLINGER (__ DEC 18?? - 3 MAY 1879) Son of John & Alice Bellinger


DORA MAY (KOONTZ) BELLINGER (11 MAY 1867 - 7 APRIL 1961) s/w Roscoe C.

RITES HELD FOR MRS. BELLINGER

   Mrs. Dora Bellinger, 93, of Gladwin Township, died at her home Friday after a short illness. She was one of Gladwin County's oldest residents. Born on May 11, 1867, in Nelsonville, Ohio, she came to Gladwin County about 1870 with her brother. She was married to Roscoe Bellinger on July 26, 1884. He preceded her in death in 1930. Survivors include three sons, Dr. Don Bellinger, of Saginaw, Ron Bellinger of Gladwin and Dr. Wright Bellinger of Howell; three daughters, Mrs. Pearl Hickey, and Mrs. Virgilene Ballmer, of Gladwin, and Mrs. Geneva Love, of Mt. Pleasant; 17 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren and eight great, great grandchildren. Funeral services were held on Monday at 1 p.m. at the Miner Chapel with the Rev. Thurlan Meredith offficiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-12/1961 Column - 7 Page – 1


EVA B. (CENCER) BELLINGER (22 FEB 1901 - 31 OCT 1981)

Eva Bellinger, 80, of 235 E. Beech St., Gladwin, died Saturday, Oct. 31, at her home. Born in Austria Hungary on February 22, 1901, she came to Detroit at the age of four and to Gladwin County in 1911. She lived and farmed in Gladwin Township. The former Eva Cencer, she was married to Ron R. Bellinger in 1925 in Detroit. He preceded her in death on January 13, 1966. Surviving are 2 sons, Ron Jr. of Gladwin and Walter of Concord; 3 daughters, Mrs. John (Thelma) Anderson of Neenah, Wisc., Mrs. Esther Sandenburgh of Port Clinton, Ohio and Mrs. Melvin (Barbara) Secord of Gladwin; one sister, Mrs. Mary Kunkel of Livonia and Frank Cencer of Detroit; 13 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. A daughter, Virgilene, preceded her in death in 1929. Services were held Tuesday at 11 a.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Donald Bates officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-04/1981 Column - 4 Page – 2


FANNIE L. (NICKLESS) BELLINGER (20 JAN 1883 - 21 DEC 1969) s/w Melvin W.

RITES HELD FOR FANNIE L. BELLINGER

   Fannie L. Bellinger, 86, of Gladwin Township, died Sunday morning in the Gladwin Hospital. Born in Birch Run on Jan. 20, 1883, she attended the Ridge school and graduated from Gladwin High School Following graduation she taught in the Clement Township School. Mrs. Bellinger was a member of the Wagarville Methodist Church, the Gleaners and the Farm Bureau. The former Fannie Nickless, she was married to Melvin Bellinger on Jan. 10, 1904. He preceded her in death on June 11, 1947.Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Helen Ogg, of Gladwin, Mrs. E. Lucille Swinehart, of Roscommon and Mrs. Marion Mowery, of Midland; one son, John, of Gladwin, and John, of Midland; 12 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. Rites were held today, Tuesday, at 2 p.m. from the Miner-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. John Cermak officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-23/1969 Column - 5 Page – 1


GENEVA MAE (GARBER) BELLINGER (29 JULY 1923 - ?) s/w John C.


GEORGE H. BELLINGER (1871 - 1951)


GERTRUDE BELLINGER (17 APRIL 1868 - 28 APRIL 1879) Daughter of John & Alice Bellinger


JOHN C. BELLINGER (10 DEC 1920 - 22 MARCH 2002) s/w Geneva M.

John C. Bellinger, 81, died peacefully at home on March 22, 2002. Born Dec. 10, 1920 to Melvin and Fannie Bellinger, he lived in Gladwin County nearly his entire life. John married the former Geneva Garber on August 24, 1942 and farmed in Gladwin until 1955. He retired from Dow Chemical in 1981 after 25 years of service. Being an avid reader, fisherman and hunter, he passed on his knowledge of nature and his outdoor skills to his children and spent many happy hours reading to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is survived by his wife; two daughters, Sharill (Darrell) McGuire of Gladwin and Jeanne (Ron) Rhoades of Mason; one son, Mel (Fay) of Saginaw; five grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; one sister, Lucille Swinehart, of Higgins Lake; and a brother-in-law, Ervin Reinberg of Midland. John was preceded in death by two sisters, Marian Reinberg and Helen Ogg. According to his wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation. A private graveside service will be held at a later date. Those wishing to make a contribution in his name are asked to send it to the Mid-Michigan Hospice Association at 3007 N. Saginaw Rd. Midland, MI. Gladwin County Record dated 03-27/2002 Column - 5 Page – 2


JOHN BELLINGER (NOV 1833 - 1 NOV 1917) s/w Alice

PASSED AWAY NOV. 1 AT AGE OF 84 ONE OF FIRST TO SETTLE IN COUNTY

LIVED HERE 45 YEARS AND HEWED OUT FINE FARM FROM WILDERNESS SAW PIONEER LIFE.

   John Bellinger, died Thursday Nov. 1, 1917, aged 84 years, at his home at Wagarville in Gladwin township, in which township he had lived 45 years. Mr. Bellinger was born in November, 1833, in Bellinger township, Oneida county, New York, where his young manhood was spent. In 1860 he was married to Miss Alice Elthorpe. Together they came to Michigan in 1872, settling first in Saginaw county, about a year later coming to Gladwin county and township, settling on a farm a mile south of Wagarville in what was then an almost unbroken forest, where by industry and rigid economy he, with his faithful wife and family, worked out one of the finest farms to be found anywhere in the state of Michigan.

   Mr. Bellinger, knew privation and sacrifice few can understand a tthe present time. With no roads, distart markets, and neighbors, if at all, far apart, with few companions except the wild inhabitants of the forest, yet he steadily held to his purpose until he saw the obstacles yield and his family surrounded by the comforts of life. Coming as he did of sturdy New England stock he was a man of strict integrity. In him wrong found no quarter, the right an ardent supporter.

   There were born to Mr. and Mrs. Bellinger 10 children, four boys and six girls. Of the girls, Carrie and Gertrude, and one boy, Daniel, preceded him to the other world. Three boys, Ross and Melvin of Gladwin and George of California, with four daughters, Mrs. Gil Koontz, Mrs. John Foran, Mrs. Ernest Collins and Mrs. Norman Wagar, are living and all except George were priviledged to be with their father during his last sickness. About 18 years ago, during the pastorated of Lev. A. C. Peters, he united with the Methodist church at Wagarville, to which he had been faithful ever since, attending its services whenever health and strength would permit.

   His health had been failing for some time, but true to the habits of his life he kept about the house until 24 hours before his death. His funeral was held Sunday, Nov. 4, at the Methodist church in Wagarville in charge of his pastor, Rev. W. W. Chatfield, attended by his old neighbors and friends beyond capacity of the church to seat. The floral offerings were abundant and beautiful, speaking louder than words of the esteem in which he was held. His body was carried by six of his old neighbors and laid in the Ridge cemetery by the side of the children who had gone before.

   The Record published the following sketch of Mr. Bellinger's career Jan. 16, 1908, which will be read with interest at this time. "One of the few residents of Gladwin county who can remember when its virgin forests were a seemingly inexhaustible source of wealth is John Bellinger. His residence in the county dated back to the year 1871, when he came here in the employ of Myron Butman, driving one of his tote teams from Sanford over what was known as the old Meridan road to the farm of Mr. Butman in Gladwin township, now owned by W. B. Spike. After a drive of nearly 40 miles, mostly through the woods, the traveller found a clearing of nearly 40 acres, which seemed like an opening of extremely good proportions.

   "At that time the sole industry of the country was lumbering, the winters being occupied in getting the timber to the streams, and the summers in driving and getting ready for the winter's work. "Mr. Bellinger was one of the first to perceive the possibilities of Gladwin county for farming purposes, and in the year 1872 located on his farm in section 29 in town 19 N., R. 1 W., Gladwin township, which he continued to occupy until 1906, and which he still owns. For several years after taking up his farm his nearest point was Edenville, or 'Sixteen,' as it was commonly called, a distance of 25 miles, but Saginaw was considered the nearest point at which any satisfactory trading could be done.

   It was considered quite the proper thing to walk to Sanford; take the train to Saginaw, and on the return trip hire a team to take him and his purchases to his home. Many times he walked from his farm in Gladwin township to Edenville and packed his provisions home on his back. Mr. Bellinger lived on his farm for nearly six years before the city of Gladwin was mapped out, and before any trading point was located on its site.

   "Settlers now locating in the county on newer land have good roads, schools handy, church priveleges, good markets for farm produce and the conveniences of a railroad for getting to and from the county. A good grist mill is operated at Gladwin, and they know nothing of the hardships endured by the early settlers in endeavoring to get a foothold. Without any of these encourgements, Mr. Bellinger stuck to his farm, working on it in the summer and working in the lumber woods in the winter. For many years he drove to Farwell in Clare county to get his grist ground, over roads which would now be considered impassable, and requiring three days for the trip. The first 10 years of his residence on his new farm was spent in a small log house, but as his circumstances improved he built himself a commodious farm house and good farm buildings. For the past few years he has retired from farming, and has lived at Wagarville. Gladwin County Record dated 11-08/1917 Column - 4 Page – 1


MELVIN W. BELLINGER (9 MARCH 1880 - 11 JUNE 1947) s/w Fannie L.

MELVIN BELLINGER IS BURIED IN RIDGE

   Melvin W. Bellinger was born in Gladwin township on March 9, 1880 the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Bellinger and passed away at his home on June 11, at the age of 67 years. On January 10, 1904 he was married to Fannie L. Nickless. There were four children, Mrs. Helen Ogg, of Sage township, Mrs. Lucille Swinehart and MRs. Marian Mowrey, of Midland, and John of Gladwin township. In 1909 Mr. Bellinger bought and settled on a farm, where he lived for 38 years, with the exception of 10 years, when the family lived in Gladwin city, due to his ill health. During this period Mr. Bellinger built roads in Otsego, Iosco, and Chippewa counties. He was an enthusiastic woodsman. His recreation was hunting and fishing. Surviving besides his wife and children are eight grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Lottie Koontz and Mrs. Esel Wagar of Gladwin and one brother, George, of Burney, California, who spent the last two weeks with his brother. Fraternally he was a Gleaner and Mason. He was buried in the Ridge cemetery, with six of his nephews acting as pallbearers. Gladwin County Record dated 06-18/1947 Column - 2 Page – 10


RON ROSCOE BELLINGER, SR (16 JAN 1901 - 13 JAN 1966) 

SERVICES HELD FOR RON BELLINGER

   Services were held Sunday at 2 p.m from the Miner Funeral Home for Ron R. Bellinger, 64, of Gladwin Township, who died Thursday after an illness of three years. Mr. Bellinger was born in Gladwin Township on Jan. 16, 901, in the same house in which he resided, to Roscoe and Dora Bellinger. He was married to the former Eva Cencer on Feb. 24, 1925, in Detroit. He farmed until illness forced his retirement a few years ago. Mr. Bellinger also served as supervisor of Gladwin Township for several terms. Besides his wife, he is survived by two sons, Ron Jr., of Gladwin, and Walter, of Concord; three daughters, Mrs. Thelma Anderson, of Springfield, Vt., Mrs. Ester Sandenberg, of Wapping, Conn., and Barbara, at home; two brothers, Dr. Wright Bellinger, of Howell and Dr. Don Bellinger, of Saginaw; two sisters, Mrs. Virgilene Ballmer, of Gladwin and Mrs. Geneva Love, of Mt. Pleasant; and 12 grandchildren. The Rev. M. R. Putnam officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-19/1966 Column - 4 Page – 1


ROSCOE CONKLIN BELLINGER (28 JUNE 1861 - 15 SEP 1930) s/w Dora M.

Roscoe Bellinger, a pioneer resident of Gladwin township, died at his home Monday afternoon, Sept. 15. Mr. Bellinger has been an invalid several years. Funeral services were held at the home Wednesday afternoon at 2 p.m. followed by burial service at the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-18/1930 Column - 6 Page – 1


VIRGILINE BELLINGER (22 AUG 1927 - 25 MARCH 1929)

Vergelene, 18 month old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ron Bellinger, died Monday morning, March 25 at 3 o'clock at Samaritan hospital, Bay City, following and operation for appendicitis. Funeral services were held Wednesday morning at 9 o'clock at Sacred Heart church, followed by burial in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-28/1929 Column - 6 Page - 4


MAY IRENE BENSON (27 JUNE 1908 - 1 FEB 1916)

 

BENSON

 

May Irene Benson was born June 27, 1906, and died at the home of her mother, Mrs. John Mardlin, in Butman township, Feb. 1, aged 9 years, 7 months and 4 days. May Irene had always been a delicate health and after one week’s illness she passed to the great beyond, where pain and suffering have no part.

 

Of a kind she will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

 

She leaves to mourn her loss her mother, four brothers, two sisters and her grandparents, besides a host of schoolmates and friends. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. D. E. Wade of Ridge church Friday morning at 11 o’clock with and lovable disposition. Gladwin County Record dated 2-10/1916 Column 4 & 5 Page – 5.

 

NORMAN BERGEY (18 MARCH 1878 – 4 NOV 1933)

 

NORMAN BERGEY DIES

 

Norman Bergey died November 4 at Saginaw General Hospital, following an operation and an illness of several weeks there. Bergey was born at Clachan, Ont. March 18, 1878 and was married June 24, 1908 to Miss Ida Wesley. After living a year in Brown City, they came to Gladwin and with the exception of a few years lived at Winn they have lived in and around Gladwin. Mr. and Mrs. Bergey were super intendant and matron of the county farm from November, 1919 to March, 1926, which positions they filled with much credit. He was a member of the M.E. church at Saginaw, of a genial disposition, winning many friends, living a faithful and consistent Christian life, a lover of home and a friend to all.

 

Surviving him are his wife, four children, Mrs. Hugh Segar of Saginaw, Wesley, Mary and Eileen at home, a grandson, four brothers and three sisters, Abram, Nathaniel, Frank, and John, Mrs. Sadie Goodbrand, Mrs. Laura Taylor and Mrs. Pricilla Oby, all of Ontario. Services were held Tuesday, Nov. 7, at 2 p.m., at the M.E. chruch, conducted by Rev. E. E. Price, M.E. pastor from Winn, and a former friend of the family, assisted by L.M. Whitney and Rev. M.F. Nash.

 

Burial was at Ridge Cemetery. Friends and relatives from out of town who came to attend the funeral were: Mr. and Mrs. William Neuman, Frank Getz, Miss Minerva Buckler, Brown City; Alfred Schlichter and Mrs. Ed Lawcock of Marlette; Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Starkweather, Mrs. Wilbur Pierpont, Mrs. Fannie Croskery, Mrs. Ed Curtis, Mrs. Eleanor Smith and Rev. and Mrs. E. E. Price of Winn; Mrs. W. E. Hause and daughter, Elaine, of Bay City; Mrs. Clyde Kinne and children of Saginaw. Gladwin County Record dated 11-9/1933 Column – 3 Page – 9.


WESLEY C. BERGEY (4 NOV 1912 – 17 JULY 1948) Husband

 

Wesley Bergey Dies Suddenly

 

Wesley C. Bergey, 35, died suddenly at his home in Flint on Saturday, July 17. Funeral services were held at the Hall Funeral Home on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with the Rev. John Scott officiating. Burial was in the Ridge cemetery. Mr. Bergey was born in Butman township, on November 4, 1912, the son of Mrs. Ida and the late Norman Bergey. He spent most of his life in Gladwin, where he worked at the barber trade. At the time of his death he was the proprietor of a barber shop in Saginaw.

 

Surviving are his wife, Maxine of Flint; his mother, Mrs. Ida Bergey of Saginaw; three sisters, Mrs. Eileen Young of Saginaw, Mrs. Mary Cotrill of Hopkins and Mrs. Viola Segar of Birch Run. Mr. Bergey was a member of the Methodist church and Saginaw chapter of the Royal Order of Moose. Gladwin County Record dated 7-21/1948 Column – 7 Page – 1.


EDNA MAY (HAINER) BERRY (10 SEP 1859 – 22 JUNE 1938)

 

MRS. EDNA BERRY DIES AT MERCY HOSPITAL

 

Mrs. Edna Berry died last night at the Mercy hospital Bay City from the results of swallowing a point of a knife. Funeral services had as yet not been arranged. Gladwin County Record dated 6-22/1938 Column – 7 Page - 1.

 

MRS. EDNA BERRY

 

Mrs. Edna Berry, daughter of Peter and Anna Hainer, was born September 10, 1859, at Duplain, Clinton county, Mich., and died June 22 at General Hospital in Bay City from the effects of swallowing a piece of knife blade.  After her marriage to S. R. Berry February 20, 1879, she lived in Midland until August of 1882 when they moved to Gladwin county and has always resided her.

 

Surviving is one son, Sidney A. Berry. Mrs. Berry leaves four grandchildren and four great grandchildren, two sisters, three brothers and many nieces and nephews. She was a member of the Eastern Star and Rebecca Lodges. Gladwin County Record dated 6-29/1938 Column – 3 Page – 5.

 

SIDNEY ALONZO BERRY (13 OCT 1881 – 20 DEC 1946)

 

SIDNEY BERRY DIES SUDDENLY HERE

 

Sidney Berry, 65, died suddenly at noon on Friday, December 20. Funeral services were held at the Hall Funeral Home on Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with the Rev. John Scott officiating. Burial was in the Highland cemetery. Funeral services were under the auspices of the Gladwin Lodge F. & A.M.

 

Mr. Berry was born in Midland county on October 13, 1881, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Berry. He operated a farm in Grout township for many years. His wife, Mrs. Esther Dutcher Berry, passed away on October 4, 1943, and a son, Burton Berry died last spring.

 

Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Ella Grayce Wright and Mrs. Lois Switzer, of Clare county and Mrs. Olive Russell, of Detroit; and 14 grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 12-24/1946 Column – 7 Page -1.


SIDNEY R. BERRY (26 FEB 1849 – 8 MAY 1923) 

 

SIDNEY R. BERRY

 

S. R. Berry, one of Gladwin's old residents, died very suddenly Monday at Elsie where he was visiting. Mrs. Berry was staying with a sick brother while Mr. Berry walked to the home of a niece, a distance of about a mile. When he reached her home he was very cold and tired and asked for a fire. The niece went into the basement to fix the furnace fire when she heard Mr. Berry fall and returning found him dead.

 

Rogers & Neely met the body at Clare Wednesday, and brought it to the home two miles west of town. Funeral services will be held at the home Friday afternoon, May 11, at 3 o'clock. The Masonic lodge will attend in a body, leaving Masonic temple at 2 p.m. Eastern time. Gladwin County Record dated 5-10/1923 Column – 5 Page – 4.

 

SIDNEY RICHARD BERRY

 

Sidney Richard Berry, 40 years a resident of Gladwin, died May 8, 1923, at the home of his niece, Mrs. Fannie Brown of St. Johns, soon after arrival at the house on a call, having walked about a mile from the house of a brother of Mrs. Berry where they were staying to help care for the brother who is ill. Although for some time Mr. Berry had been in feeble condition, unable to undergo but little exertion, his death was not looked for and came as a great shock to his wide circle of acquaintances. His niece, Mrs. Brown, upon whom he had just called, has since been prostrated from the sudden fatal termination of his visit.

Mr. Berry was born in Erie county, N. Y., Feb. 26, 1849, and at the time of his death was aged 74 years, 2 months and 12 days. He was married Feb. 20, 1879, to Edna Hainer of Clinton county, Michigan, who survives him with one son, Sidney A., living on their farm just west of Gladwin, which has ben the family home for many years. Mr. and Mrs. Berry came to Gladwin from Midland in 1883, and have resided in or near Gladwin continuously since that time. Of a friendly and social nature he made many friends, by whom he was held in great esteem. Although not a seeker of official positions he served many years in a very efficient manner as superintendent of the poor and in other official positions.

 

Funeral services were held Friday afternoon at the home conducted by Rev. E. T. Smith, and attended by many old neighbors and friends, after which the body was taken in charge by members of Gladwin lodge F. & A. M., of which he became a charter member in 1890, by transfer from Center lodge, Midland, and of which he had been one of the most faithful attendants. Interment took place in Gladwin township cemetery beside the grave of his brother, William H., whose body was laid to rest there many years ago. The impressive funeral service of the Masonic order was conducted at the grave by Clarence Pike, past worshiper master, in a very creditable manner assisted by a large number of member of the craft, who joined in conferring the funeral grand honors upon the deceased, who for so many years had taken an active part in the work of the lodge.

 

The pallbearers were Leonard Schreck, Eugene Foster, W. G. Sainsbury, Oscar Rogers, Robert Croskery and W. E. Woodward. Gladwin County Record dated 5-17/1923 Column – 5 Page – 5.


WILLIAM BERRY (23 JUNE 1847 - 11 JUNE 1885) Aged 37 years, 11 months & 19 days

 

BERRY---Thursday, June 11, in the village of Gladwin, Wm. Berry, aged 38 years. Funeral services will be held at the M. E. church at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, and will be conducted by Rev. J. H. Fleming.

 

This week it is our sad duty to record the death of one of our most esteemed citizens, William Berry. In November last he was taken with an acute attack of sciatic rheumatism, sine which time he has been scarely able to leave his bed. It was thought that his condition was improving and hopes were entertained of his recovery until Tuesday, when he suddenly experienced great pain. His sufferings from that time until death came to his relief yesterday afternoon were intense.

 

Mr. Berry was born in Erie county, N. Y., and removed to Michigan when 16 years of age. For 13 years he was manager for a large milling firm in Bath, Clinton county. In 1881 he removed to Gladwin county, where he has since resided For 2 ½ years he acted as business manager of Lane & Busch’s saw and planning mill in Sage township. Last fall he was nominated by the republican county convention for the office of register of deeds, and received the largest majority of any of the successful candidates. He leaves a wife and two children to mourn his loss.

 

He was an honest and industrious citizen of very pleasant manners, and liked by all his acquaintances. Gladwin County Record dated 6-12/1885 Column – 5 Page – 5.

 

THEOPHIFILA (REDMAN) BETKE (30 SEP 1892 – 6 JUNE 1989) s/w Julius,

 

THEOFILA BETKE

 

Theofila (Meister) Betke, 96, of Warren and formerly of Gladwin, died Tuesday, June 6, 1989, in the Autumn Woods Nursing Home, Warren, after a long illness. Born in Germany, Sept. 30, 1892, she lived in Gladwin for over 65 years and was a homemaker. She was a past member of St. Johns Lutheran Church and did seamstress work for local clothing stores for many years. She married Julius Meister in 1912, in Cleveland, Ohio.

 

She is survived by a daughter, Clara Betke of Warren; 3 sons, Walter Meister of Gladwin, Clarence Meister of Toledo and Herb Meister of East Detroit; 9 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, Henry.

 

Rites were held Friday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home in Gladwin. The Rev. Donald Dengler officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 6-14/1989 Column - 3 Page - 2.


CATHERINE E. (MEDEL) BIRKHOLZ (1922 - ?) m. 8 Jun 1945, s/w Raymond E.


JOHN BIRKHOLZ (1 SEP 1864 – 9 DEC 1939)

 

John Birkholz, a long time resident of Butman Township died at his home Saturday evening after a long illness. He was born Sept. 1, 1864 in Germany. He came to the country with his parents in 1881, and settled in Peoria, Ill. He was married to Martha Schmidt, Feb. 17, 1888. His wife and one daughter preceded him in death.

 

Surviving are four son, Albert and Henry of Illinois, John Jr., of Gladwin and William of Lansing. Three daughters, Mrs. Ernest Dombroske, Gladwin, Mrs. E. Roloff, of Jackson, Bertha of Lansing. He also leaves two sisters. Funeral services were Tuesday at the Mennonite church in Butman township conducted by Rev. G. Burkentine and burial at Ridge cemetery.

 

Mrs. W. L. McCullock is seriously ill at her farm home south of Gladwin; and is being cared for by her three daughters. MDN 12-18-1939 Page – 2.


JOHN BIRKHOLZ (28 MARCH 1891 – 17 OCT 1975) s/w Martha (b. 1898)

 

JOHN BIRKHOLZ

 

John Birkholz, 84, of 3988 N. Hitman Rd., Gladwin, died Friday, Oct. 17, at a nursing home in Warren. He had been in failing health for 9 years and was seriously ill the past 3 months.

Born in Forreston,, Ill., March 28, 1891, he came to Gladwin County in 1905. After attending a tire school in Kansas City, Mo., he operated a tire shop in Gladwin from 1927 to 1932. Mr. Birkholz farmed his home place in Butman Township until retirement. He and the former Martha Weinkauff were married June 15, 1918, in Posen. A son of John and Martha Schmidt Birkholz, he was a charter member of the Gladwin First Baptist Church.

 

Survivors are his wife Martha; 2 sons, Raymond of East Detroit and Milton of Mt. Clemens; 2 daughters, Mrs. John (Geraldine) Willis of Saginaw, and Mrs. George (Lillian) Parker of Warren; a

brother William and a sister Miss Hertha Birkholz, both of Lansing; 7 grandchildren, 2 step-grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, and 3 step great grandchildren.

 

Services were held Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Mathews Funeral Home with the Rev. Jerry Locher officiating. Interment was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-22/1975 Column – 4 Page – 2.


MARTHA (SCHMIDT) BIRKHOLZ (10 APR 1864 – 11 DEC 1932) Mother

 

MRS. JOHN E. BIRKHOLZ

 

Mrs. John Birkholz died Sunday, Dec. 11, 1932, at her home in Butman township after an illness of five months. Mrs. Martha Birkholz was born in Germany April 10, 1864, and has been a resident of this county about 28 years.

 

She is survived by her husband, John Birkholz, four daughters and four sons, Mrs. Amelia Dombroske, Mrs. Tena Wolf, Mrs. Martha Roloff, Miss Bertha Birkholz, William Birkholz of Lansing, John E. Birkholz of Alpena, Albert and Henry Bifkholz.

 

Services will be held today at 12:30 p. m. at the home and at 1 p. m. at the Mennonite church, conducted by Rev. A. P. Dick, followed by burial at Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-15/1932 Column – 5 Page – 1.


MARTHA BIRKHOLZ (9 MAY 1898 – 18 NOV 1991) s/w John (b. 1891)

 

MARTHA BIRKHOLZ

 

Martha Birkholz, 93, of 215 S. Antler St., Gladwin, died Monday, Nov. 18, 1991 in the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Gladwin after a short illness. Born to Posen, May 9. 1898,

she had spent most of her life in Gladwin County. She was a member of the Gladwin Baptist

Church.

 

The former Martha Weinkauff. she was married to John Birkholz on June 15. 1918. in Posen. He

preceded her in death in October 1975. Surviving are 2 sons. Raymond of Gladwin and Milton of

Mt. Clemens; 2 daughters. Mrs. John (Geraldine) Willis of Gladwin and Mrs. George (Dolly) Lillian

Parker of Warren; 9 grandchildren; 15 greatgrandchildren; and 1 great great grandchild. She

was preceded in death by 4 brothers and 7 sisters.

 

Services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Gladwin Baptist Church. The Rev. John McCullough and the Rev. Robert Brown will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Gladwin Baptist Church. Arrangements were in charge of the

Sisson-Mathews funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 11-20/1991 Column – 2 Page – 2.

RAYMOND ELMER BIRKHOLZ (24 AUG 1923 – 17 NOV 1996)

 

Raymond Elmer Birkholz, 83, of Gladwin and a winter resident of Palm Harbor, Fla., died Sunday, Nov. 17, 1996 at his home in Palm Harbor, Fla. Born Aug. 24, 1923 in Lansing, he was a retired car transport driver. He married the former Catherine Medel, June 8, 1945. Mr. Birkholz was a veteran of World War II, serving In the Army and a member of the Teamster's Union. He was affiliated with the Baptist church.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 daughters, Ellen Smith of Germany and Patricia Birkholz of

Warren; 1 son, James Schilling of San Diego, Calif., 1 brother, Milton Birkholz of Mt. Clemens, 2

sisters, Geraldine Willis of Gladwin and Lillian Parker of Warren; 6 grandchildren; and 2 greatgrandchildren.

 

Funeral services will be held at a later date. Gladwin County Record dated 11-20/1996 Column – 5 Page – 7.


MARGOT IRENE BLAKSLEE (21 NOV 1925 – 14 FEB 1979) s/w Harry Sibley

Mrs. Margot Irene Blakeslee, 53, of Gladwin died Tuesday in Gladwin Area Hospital. She was born Nov. 21, 1925, in Lansing. She was a retiree from Oldsmobile Manufacturing in Lansing. Mrs. Blakeslee leaves a brother, Homer Smythe, of Gladwin. Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday in the Hall funeral home, Gladwin, with the Rev. Jerry Gashe officiating. Burial will be in Ridge cemetery. Midland Daily News dated 2-15/1979 Page-5.


ELIZABETH (WESLEY) BLANEY (14 APRIL 1865 - 5 JUNE 1937)

MRS. GEORGE BLANEY DIES SUDDENLY MONDAY

   Rev. Grant L. Jordan conducted services Monday afternoon, June 8, at the Methodist church at Gladwin for Mrs George Blaney, who died June 5, 1937, at her home in Gladwin township of a heart attack. Born in Mowery, Ontario, April 14, 1865, Elizabeth Wesley wass married to George Blaney December 25, 1888, and came shortly after with her husband to Gladwin county where they have since made their home. For many years she has been a member of the Methodist church here. Five children were born to the Blaneys. Her friends knew her as a faithful wife, mother and friend. She is survived by her husband, George Blaney, and three daughters, Mrs John Ehl of Spencer, Mrs Ray Shell of Pontiac and Mrs. Claud Card of Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 06-09/1937 Column - 4 Page - 8

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GEORGE BLANEY (9 JAN 1863 – 6 FEB 1961)

GLADWIN PIONEER DIES AT 98

GLADWIN --- George Blaney, 98, one of Gladwin County’s pioneer resident who helped to build the first railroad entering the county, died Monday at the Gladwin Nursing Home. He had been in ill health many years. Born in Canada Jan. 9, 1863, Mr. Blaney came to Edenville Township with his parents when he was four years old. The family later moved to Gladwin County. His first wife Elizabeth Wesley died in June 1937 In 1942, he married Mrs. Lucy Latta, who survives him.

Also surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Lila Card, Pinconning; Mrs. Edith Shell, Drayton Plains, and Mrs. Mary Ehl, Kalkaska; two sisters, Mrs. Eliza Wood, Saginaw, and Mrs. Ella Carroll, British Columbia; 12 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from Miner Chapel, Gladwin, with the Rev. R. E. Fogelsonger officiating. Burial will be in Ridge cemetery, Gladwin. Friends may call at the Miner Funeral Home. MDN dated 2-7-1961 Page – 7.


ROY GEORGE BLANEY (8 AUG 1902 - 28 OCT 1915)

Roy George Blaney was born in Gladwin county Aug 8, 1902 and died at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Blaney of Gladwin township, Oct. 28; aged 13 years, 2 months and 20 days. Roy was a promising boy, loved and respected by everyone who knew him and his sudden demise was a sad shock to the family and cast a gloom over the whole community. Suddenly and unexpectedly disease fastened its fatal fangs in the vitals of their sweet boy of promise and baffled every medical attempt to save him.

With modest pride and affectionate hope the now sorrow stricken parents regarded their only son, but somewhere in the great Divide program other things were written for him.

Death came to our quiet home one day. And stole our noble boy away.  We loved him more than we can tell, But know God doeth all things well. Then we'll trust His mighty power and love, That perfect gift that's from above. We’re learning his blessed, blessed will. While the Master says, "Peace, be still."

Of the immediate family Boy leaves to mourn his loss his parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Blaney, and three sisters Mrs. John Ehle of Kalkaska, Mrs. Ray Shell of Butman township, Mrs. Claude Card of Gladwin township, besides a host of relatives and friends who feel they have lost one of their own number. The floral offerings were many and bespeak the respect in which Roy was held.

Funeral services were conducted from the Ridge church Sunday afternoon by Rev. Wade. Interment in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-4/1915 Column – 4 Page – 5.

AGUSTA BOECK (1875 – 7 AUG 1924)

MRS. JOHN BOECK

Mrs. John Boeck died Thursday, August 7, after an operation at Mercy hospital, Bay City. The body was brought to Gladwin Friday. Services were held at the home Sunday conducted by Rev. P. F. Schilling, followed by interment at the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-14/1924 Column – 5 Page – 5.

ROBERT L. BOLIN (23 SEP 1916 - 1 MAY 1970)

 

CLARE --- Funeral services were held at 2:30 p.m. today for Robert L. Bolin, 53, of Route 2, Clare, who died Friday at Saginaw General Hospital. Services were from the Stephenson – Doherty Funeral Home in Clare with the Rev. Ward Sipes officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin County.

 

Born Sept. 23, 1916, in Three Rivers, he was a boiler maker employed at Dow Chemical Company. Surviving are his wife, Eva; two daughters, Mrs. Janet Methner of Harrison and Mrs. Phyllis Farrell of Jackson, Wyo.; one son, Robert Bolin II of Ithaca; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Francis Bolin of White Pigeon; one brother, Paul Bolin of Kalamazoo; one sister, Mrs. Charles Tyler of Goshen, Ind,; and eight grandchildren. MDN dated 5-4-1970 Page – 3.

 

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LOUISA JANE (CAPLING) BOLLERT (11 FEB 1863 – 23 NOV 1938)

Mrs. W. Bollert Dies After Long Illness

Mrs. Wm. Bollert, who has been ill at the Gladwin Hospital for the past four months, died this morning at 6 o'clock. Mrs. Bollert was born in Ontario, Canada, Feb. 11, 1863. She has been a resident of Gladwin for the past 41 years.

Wm. Bollert, her husband, son, William John, and daughter, Mrs. Frank Demaray have preceded her in death. The six children surviving are: Arthur of Lansing, Mrs. Mattie Soldan of Gladwin, Mrs. Lewis Soldan of Chicago, Mrs. Frank Kellogg of Cheboygan, Mrs. Charles Secor of Ispeming, and Mrs. Bernard Wagoner of Akron, Ohio.

Funeral services have not yet been arranged. Gladwin County Record dated 11-23/1938 Column – 3 Page – 1.

FUNERAL SERVICES HELD NOVEMBER 26

Mrs. William Bollert Dies After Long Illness

Funeral services for Mrs. William F. Bollert were held last Saturday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Soldan at 2 p.m. and at the Gladwin Methodist Episcopal church at 2:30 p.m. with Rev. Karl H. Keefer conducting the services and Rev. W. M. Palmer of the Evangelical church assisting. A trio consisting of Mrs. Carrie Capling, Mrs. Verna Harrold and Mrs. Violet Feuhr sang appropriate numbers. The flowers were carried by 12 girls from the church.

Pall bearers were Gordon Capling, Eldon Capling, Max Soldan, Robert Soldan, Jack Demarayand Wayne Bollert.

Louisa Jane Capling was born in the township; of North East Hope, Perth county, Ontario, February 11, 1865, and died Wednesday, November 23. 1938. When but a small child she moved, with her parents, to the township of South East Hope.

On December 2, 1884, she was married to William F. Bollert and settled on a farm in the township of East Zora, remaining there for a period of seven years, when they returned to South East Hope. In 1898 she, with her husband and family, moved to Sage township, Gladwin county, Michigan. In the year of 1911 they disposed of their farm property and moved to the city of Gladwin, where, she has since resided.

She is survived: by six children, Arthur Bollert of Lansing, Martha, now Mrs. Daniel Soldan of

Gladwin, Erna, now Mrs. Lewis Soldan of Chicago, Ill., Florence, now Mrs. Frank Kellogg of Cheboygan, Cora, now Mrs. Charles Secor of Ishpeming, and Winnie, now Mrs. Bernard Wagoner of Akron, Ohio; 15 grandchildren and three great grandchildren; one brother, John Capling of Gladwin and one sister, Mrs. Emma Faulhafer of Stratford, Ont. Mrs. Bollert was preceded in death by her husband, who died November 30, 1933, one daughter, Mary May (Mrs. Frank Demaray), who died in 1927, and one son, William J., who died in 1936.

She was converted to the Christian faith in the Wagarville Methodist Episcopal church and since moving to the city has been a faithful member of the Methodist Episcopal church here. Her life has been a useful one, always to be found where her help and treatment were, every ready to care for the sick. Gladwin County Record dated 12-7/1938 Column – 6 Page – 5.


WILLIAM FREDERICK BOLLERT (25 JULY 1860 - 30 NOV 1933)

LAST RITES HELD FOR W. F. BOLLERT

OLD GLADWIN RESIDENT WRITES OWN OBITUARY BEFORE DEATH

   Some years before his death, William F. Bollert, who succumbed here on Thanksgiving day to a long illness, wrote his own obituary. It is a plain, unadorned account of the long, useful life of a man who for 35 years was a hard-working, well-liked and conscientous citizen of Gladwin county.

   William F. Bollert was born in Williamsburg, Waterloo county, Ont., on July 25, 1860. At the age of two years, he with his parents, removed to Wartburg, Perth county, Ont., remaining there until about 14 years of age. At that time his mother died and then his father removed his family to East Zora, Oxford county, Ont., where they resided until he was 24 years old.

   On December 2, 1884, he was united in marriage to Louisa Jane Capling of Shakespeare, Ont., and moved to a farm in East Zora, remaining there for a period of seven years, and then removed to South East Hope, in Perth county, and remained there until 1898, when he, with his family, came to Sage township, Gladwin county, Michigan, and settled on a new farm of 120 acres. He spent about 13 years clearing and improving this property. In the year 1911 he sold out and moved to Gladwin, where he has resided since that time.

   Mr. Bollert and his wife had the pleasure and good fortune to see all their children grow up to man and womanhood, they having raised eight children, two boys and six girls, as follows: Arthur, Martha, Erna, Mary, Florence, Cora, Winifred, and William. They also raised one adopted child, David Kirchen, who remained with them until 21 years of age.

   Surviving are all his children except Mary, who died March 3, 1927. He also leaved his wife, Mrs. Louisa Bollert, to whom he had been married for 49 years; a brother, Robert of Vancouver, B. C.; a sister, Mrs. C. C. Frye, of Drumbo, Canada; and 15 grandchildren.

   Funeral services were held from the home and from the Gladwin M. E. church, Saturday. Rev. E. F. Bailey, former Evangelical pastor here, and friend of the deceased, officiated, assisted by Rev. Leroy M. Whitney. The songs, "Will the Circle be Unbroken?' and "Under His Wings," were sung by Mrs. Sarah Rogers, Miss Virginia Clendenning. Mrs. Gladys Whitney was at the piano. Burial was in the Ridge cemetery.

   Out of town guests who were here to attend the funeral were: Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Bollert and Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Bollert of Lansing, Mr. and Mrs. Frank T. Kellogg, three daughters and son, of Cheboygan, Frank Demaray, two children and Mrs. Mary Heartwell of Mt. Pleasant, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Secor of Ishpeming, Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Wagoner of Canton, Ohio, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Soldan of Chicago, and L. V. Soldan of Lyle.

   The six sons-in-law, Dan Soldan, Lewis E. Soldan, Frank Demaray, Frank T. Kellogg, Charles Secor and Bernard Wagoner, acted as pall bearers. Gladwin County Record dated 12-07/1933 Column - 3 Page – 1


WILLIAM JOHN BOLLERT (4 DEC 1907 - 1 SEP 1936)

From the Gladwin County Record --- December 7, 1933

LAST RITES HELD FOR W. F.BOLLERT

OLD GLADWIN RESIDENT WRITES OWN OBITUARY BEFORE DEATH

Some years before his death, William F. Bollert, who succumbed here on Thanksgiving day to along illness, wrote his own obituary. It is a plain, unadorned account of the long, useful life of a man who for 35 years was a hard-working, well-liked and conscientous citizen of Gladwin county.

William F. Bollert was born in Williamsburg, Waterloo county, Ont., on July 25, 1860. At the age of two years, he with his parents, removed to Wartburg, Perth county, Ont., remaining there until about 14 years of age. At that time his mother died and then his father removed his family to East Zora, Oxford county, Ont., where they resided until he was 24 years old.

On December 2, 1884, he was united in marriage to Louisa Jane Capling of Shakespeare, Ont., and moved to a farm in East Zora,remaining there for a period of seven years, and then removed to South East Hope, in Perth county, and remained there until 1898, when he, with his family, came to Sage township, Gladwin county, Michigan, and settled on a new farm of 120 acres. He spent about 13 years clearing and improving this property. In the year 1911 he sold out and moved to Gladwin,where he has resided since that time.

Mr. Bollert and his wife had the pleasure and good fortune to see all their children grow up to man and womanhood, they having raised eight children, two boys and six girls, as follows: Arthur, Martha, Erna, Mary, Florence, Cora, Winifred, and William. They also raised one adopted child, David Kirchen, who remained with them until 21 years of age.

Surviving are all his children except Mary, who died March 3,1927. He also leaved his wife, Mrs. Louisa Bollert, to whom he had been married for 49 years; a brother, Robert of Vancouver, B. C.; a sister, Mrs. C. C. Frye, of Drumbo, Canada; and 15 grandchildren.

Funeral services were held from the home and from the Gladwin M. E. church, Saturday. Rev. E. F. Bailey, former Evangelical pastor here, and friend of the deceased, officiated, assisted by Rev. Leroy M. Whitney. The songs, "Will the Circle be Unbroken?' and "Under His Wings," were sung by Mrs. Sarah Rogers, Miss Virginia Clendenning. Mrs. Gladys Whitney was at the piano. Burial was in the Ridge cemetery.

Out of town guests who were here to attendthe funeral were: Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Bollert and Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Bollertof Lansing, Mr. and Mrs. Frank T. Kellogg, three daughters and son, of Cheboygan, Frank Demaray, two children and Mrs. Mary Heartwell of Mt. Pleasant, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Secor of Ishpeming, Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Wagoner of Canton, Ohio, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Soldan of Chicago, and L. V. Soldan of Lyle.

The six sons-in-law, Dan Soldan, Lewis E. Soldan, Frank Demaray, Frank T. Kellogg, Charles Secor and Bernard Wagoner, acted as pall bearers.

AMANDA (?) BONHAM (2 NOV 1856 – 23 DEC 1917)

BONHAM

Mrs. Amanda Bonham, wife of George Bonham, died at their home in Glawin, Dec. 23, 1917, aged 61 years, 1 month and 21 days. She was born in Ohio, Nov. 2, 1856, and has been a resident of Gladwin for about 25 years. She is survived by her husband, one son, Louis Brabon of Buckeye township and one daughter, Mrs. E. C. Glidden of Kalamazoo, four stepsons, two step-daughters and six grandchildren. Services were conducted at the Free Methodist church Tuesday morning followed by interment in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-27/1917 Column - 5 Page - 1.


ANNA E. (BUNTING) BONHAM (20 OCT 1882 – 13 JAN 1948) s/w John T.

MRS. ANNA BONHAM DIES

Mrs. Anna E. Bonham, 65, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Evelyn Nelson, in Ann Arbor Tuesday. She had resided in Midland until six months ago. Mrs. Bonham was born Oct. 20, 1882.

She is survived by two sons, Melvin of Gladwin and Robert, Midland; three daughters, Mrs. Evelyn Nelson, Ann Arbor, Mrs. Gertrude Wolfgang, Midland, and Miss Beatrice Bonham, Midland; two brothers, Arthur and Jacob Bunting, Midland, two sisters, Mrs. Minnie Clark, Auburn, and Mrs. Sarah Major, Bay City; and 11 grandchildren.

Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Friday from the Latter Day Saint’s Church Rev. John Banks will officiate and burial will be in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. MDN 1-14-1948 Page – 15.


JOHN THOMAS BONHAM (1878 – SEP 1938) s/w Anna E.

Thomas Bonham Dies In Midland Wednesday

Thomas Bonham, an old Gladwin county resident, died suddenly in Midland last Wednesday morning.

Funeral services were held in Midland Saturday afternoon and, the body was brought to Gladwin with burial in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 9-21/1938 Column – 6 Page – 1.

MRS. ROSE BOSLEY (? – 6 JULY 1931)

Mrs. Rose Bosley died at the home of her son, Joseph Bosley, at Elm Grove, Secord township, July 6, 1931. She was born in Syria.

Funeral services were held at the home Wednesday, conducted by Rev. L. M. Whitney. Interment at Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 7-9-1931.

JOSEPH V. BOWEN (12 JAN 1928 - 29 SEP 1988)

 

Joseph V. Bowen, 60, of 1357 Weber Rd., Gladwin, died suddenly at his home Thursday, Sept. 29. Born in Kentucky, Jan. 12, 1928, he moved to Gladwin County in 1984. Mr. Bowen was an engineer for Penn Central. He served in World War II and was a member of the Harrison American Legion Post 404 and the Masonic Lodge Olive Branch 542 in Dearborn.

Surviving are one son, Jeffrey of Brighton; 3 daughters, Yvonne Lutman of Brighton, Peggy Bowen of Kalamazoo and Dorothy Mueller of Pinckney; one brother Woodford of Kentucky; 4 sisters, Emma Jean Rose of Ohio, Lorene Kettle of Marine City, Sandra Thornton of Kentucky and Vanessa Hall of Georgia; and 5 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother, Sherril.

Rites were held Monday at 1 p.m. at the Ridge Cemetery by the American Legion Post 404. A Masonic Memorial Service was held Monday at 11 a.m. by the Gladwin Lodge 397 at Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 10-05/1988 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

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ROBERT WAYNE BRABON (5 JAN 1921 – 11 FEB 1921)

 

Robert Wayne, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Brabon, aged one month and 6 days, died Feb. 11. Services were held at the home Saturday morning conducted by Rev. W. J. Cross. Interment in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 2-17/1921 Column – 3 Page -4.

LETHA (CRIPPS) BRELINSKI (1915 - 1999) 


BESSIE MARIE (SHEEHAN) BROCKWAY (12 FEB 1913 – 26 NOV 1998) Dear Mother

BESSIE MARIE BROCKWAY

Bessie Marie Brockway, 85, of Gladwin, died Thursday, Nov. 26, 1998 at her home. Born Feb. 12, 1913 in Detroit, she was the daughter of Theodore and Dorothy Smith Sheehan. Bessie married Harvey Brockway, Aug. 16, 1933 in Flint. He preceded her in death in May 1965. She retired as a nurses aid in 1972 in Dearborn, and moved to Gladwin in 1986 from Daleville, Ala.

Surviving are one son, Patrick and wife Rita of Dearborn; two daughters, Dorothy and husband Steve Matras of Dearborn Heights, and Bonnie Barnes of Enterprise, Ala.; one half-sister, Conine Corporan; and six grandchildren; and four great grandchildren.

Services were held at noon Sunday at the Sisson Funeral Home with Rev. Jerry Wells officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Gladwin County. Gladwin County Record dated 12-2/1998 Column – 1 Page – 2.


AMANDA BROKOFF (10 NOV 1892 – 17 MAY 1952) s/w Fred

Services Held for Mrs. Brokoff

Funeral services for Mrs. Amanda Brokoff, 59, were held on Tuesday afternoon from the Zion Lutheran Church in Oberlin. The Rev. H. F. Brietzke officiated and burial was made in Ridge cemetery. Mrs. Brokoff was born in Poland on November 10, 1892, and was a resident in Gladwin county for 35 years. She was married to Fred Brokoff on January 2, 1915, in Cleveland, Ohio. They operated a farm in Sage township. Mrs. Brokoff died on Saturday, May 17, after suffering ill health for more than a year.

Surviving are her husband, Fred; two sons, Arthur A. Brokoff of Sage township and Clarence 0. Brokoff of Gladwin; also three grandchildren. One son and one daughter preceded their mother in death.

Pallbearers for Mrs. Brokoff's service were Emil Lechner, Henry Ziemer, Allan Roberts, Gustaf Schmidt, Martin Schindler, Adolph Sauer. Gladwin County Record dated 5-21/1952 Column – 2 Page – 1.


ARTHUR A. BROKOFF (16 JAN 1922 - 20 NOV 1993) m. 5 Sep 1942, s/w Laura M.

Arthur A. Brokoff, 72, of 1966, Lake James Dr., Prudenville died Saturday, Nov. 20, 1993, in the 20, 1993, in the Bortz Nursing Home in West Branch, after an Illness of 2 months.

He was born in Gladwin on Jan. 16, 1921, and lived in Gladwin and Beaverton until moving to Prudenville in 1981. Mr. Brokoff was a shipping clerk for Dow Corning in Midland and retired in 1981 after 25 years. He was a member of St John's Lutheran Church of Houghton Lake.

Mr. Brokoff and the former Laura Martz were married Sept. 5, 1942, in Gladwin. Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Thomas of Henderson; one daughter, Mrs. Allan (Betty) Barringer of Standish; one brother, Clarence of Gladwin; 4 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

Services were held Tuesday at 11 a.m. from St John's Lutheran Church in Houghton Lake. The Rev. William Winters officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Memorials may be made to St. John's church. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 11-24/1993 Column – 3 Page – 2.


FRED BROKOFF (25 MAY 1893 - 14 SEP 1958) s/w Amanda

SUDDEN ILLNESS IS FATAL

Fred Brokoff, 65, of Sage Township, died at his home Sunday following a sudden illness. A Gladwin County farmer since 1916, he was born in Poland on May 25, 1893.

   Surviving are his wife, Marie; two sons, Arthur and Clarence, of Gladwin; and three grandchildren. A son and daughter preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held today (Wednesday) at 1:30 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home and at 2 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church in Oberlin. The Rev. William J. Hasold will officiate and burial will be in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-17/1958 Column - 3 Page - 1

INFANT BROKOFF (1924 - 1924) (Baby Girl)


LAURA M. (MARTZ) BROKOFF (4 AUG 1921 - 14 OCT 2002) m. 5 Sep 1942, s/w Arthur A.

 

Laura M. Brokoff , 81, of Standish died Oct. 14, 2002 at the Gladwin Living Centre of Gladwin. She was born Aug. 4, 1921 to Otto and Matilda (Zimmer) Martz in Gladwin. She was a homemaker who previously resided in Gladwin. She was a member of the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Standish. She married Arthur Brokoff Sept. 5, 1942. He preceded her in death in 1992.

 

She is survived by her son Tom (Karen) Brokoff of Brighton; her daughter Betty (Allan) Barringer of Standish; four grandsons, Craig (Lori) Barringer of Orion, Mark (Annette) Barringer of Omer, Josh Brokoff of Waterford, and Joel Brokoff of Brighton; three great grandchildren, Ryan, Cody and Melissa Barringer of Orion; a sister, Lillian Garver of Clare; a brother, Charles Martz of Gladwin;three sisters, Bessie Watson, Eleanor Brown, and Barbara Horton all of Gladwin; and several nieces and nephew.

 

She was preceded in death by her sister Johanna Martz and three brothers, Herman, William and Frank Martz. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. with visitation beginning at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Standish at 10 a.m. and the Rev. Dan Janson officiating. She will be buried at Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Visitation will be Wednesday from 3 to 9 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin. Grave side services will be Thursday at 3 p.m. Memorial contributions can be made to Heartland Hospice. Gladwin County Record dated 10-16/2002 Page – 2.
MARY (ZIEMER) BROKOFF (8 DEC 1887 – 20 OCT 1977)

 

Mary Brokoff, 89, of 135 First St., Gladwin, died Thursday, Oct. 20, in the Gladwin Area Hospital.

Born in Poland on December 8,1887, she moved to Cleveland in 1913 and to Gladwin County in 1916. Mrs. Brokoff was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church. The former Mary Ziemer, she was married to Herman Selich on July 5, 1913, in Cleveland. He preceded her in death on October 14, 1945. She then married Fred Brokoff in Gladwin in 1953 and he died in 1958.

 

Surviving are 2 sons, Edwin Selich of Gladwin and William Selich of Cleveland; 2 daughters, Mrs. Walter (Lillian) Pretzlaf of West Lake, Ohio and Mrs. Alfred (Frieda) Ehle of Gladwin; 2 step-sons; 2 sisters, Mrs. Hulda Stoike of Beaverton and Mrs. Wanda Fritz of Parma, Ohio; 13 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Three sons also preceded her in death, Alfred in 1953, Henry in 1929 and Emil in 1927.

 

Services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. from Our Savior Lutheran Church. The Rev. Herbert Biermann officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. A prayer service was held Saturday

at 9 p.m. at the Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 10-26/1977 Column – 5 Page – 2.


WALTER BROKOFF (1920 – 7 OCT 1920)

JEMIMA BROOKS (4 DEC 1801 - 13 APRIL 1894) When we leave this world of changes, when we leave this world of care, we hope to meet our missing loved ones in our Father’s Mansions fair.
ERNEST W. BROWN (7 AUG 1947 - 23 AUG 1998) m. 17 Jun 1967, s/w Juanita M.

 

Ernest Brown, 51, of Zephyrhills, Fla., died Sunday, Aug. 23, 1998 in Crockett, Texas. Born Aug. 7, 1947 in Clare, he lived most of his life in West Branch and later moved to Zephyrhills, Fla. He was a self employed mechanic.

 

Surviving are his wife, Juanita; one daughter, Johanna Susan Brown Davis of St. Helen; three

sons, William Ernest of Crockett, Texas, Edward Randal of West Branch, and James Allen of St. Helen; one sister, Lorraine Swain of Zephyrhills, Fla.; one brother, Jack Brown of West Branch; and three grandchildren.

 

Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 9-2/1998 Column – 6 Page – 2.


ETHEL MAE (?) WRIGHT-BROWN (28 MAY 1898 – 23 NOV 1971) s/w Raymond

 

ETHEL MAE BROWN

Mrs. Ethel Mae Brown, 73, of Sage Township, died in the Gladwin Area Hospital Tuesday, Nov. 23, of injuries sustained in an automobile accident earlier. Born in Toronto, Can., on May 28, 1898, she came to the United States in 1917, and to Gladwin County in 1960, from Detroit. She was married to Raymond Brown on Dec.31, 1943, in Detroit. He preceded her in death on April 2, 1966.

Mrs. Brown was employed at Ford Motor Co. in Detroit and was a member of the Gladwin Rebekahs and the Gladwin F.O.E. Auxiliary. She is survived by one son, William Wright, of Pontiac; one step-son, Robert Brown, of Detroit; one step-daughter, Mrs. Jean Moore, of Memphis, Tenn; and nine grandchildren.

Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Winston Decker officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery.

FLOYD J. BROWN (23 JULY 1922 - 12 DEC 1989)

 

FLOYD BROWN

 

Floyd J. Brown, 67, of 1377 Weber Rd., Gladwin, died suddenly Tuesday, Dec. 12, 1989, at the

Gladwin Area Hospital.  Born in Applegate, July 23, 1922, he moved to Gladwin County in 1979 from Richmond. Mr. Brown was a die setter for Ford Motor Co. at the Sterling Plant for 31 years

until retiring in 1979. He served in the Army during World War II.

 

Mr. Brown was a member of the Gladwin County V.F.W. 7303, D.A.V. 77, American Legion 171,

the Tittabawassee Valley Lions Club, Military Order of the Purple Heart - and the 35th Division

Association.

Mr. Brown and the former June Middleton were married Aug. 4, 1946, in Detroit. Besides his wife, he is survived by 4 sons, Leon of Newark, Ohio, Dennis of Mt. Clemens, Ronald of Memphis and Curtis of Beaverton; one daughter, Renee of Gladwin; 2 brothers, Cecil of Warren and Orville of Meredith; one sister, Anna Duffy of Roseville; and 10 grandchildren.

 

Services were held Saturday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel with the Rev. Paul Klassen officiating. Burial was in the Ridge Cemetery with military honors by the Gladwin County V.F.W. A memorial service was held Friday night by the American Legion Post 171. Gladwin County Record dated 12-20/1989 Column – 2 Page – 2.

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RAYMOND BROWN (26 APR 1900 – 2 APR 1966) s/w Ethel M.

RITES TUESDAY FOR RAYMOND BROWN

Services were held Tuesday for Raymond Brown, 65, of 1402 P

ratts Lake Road, who died at his home Saturday, April 2, after a brief illness. He was a retired supervisor in the Ford and Cadillac plants in Detroit and had resided in Gladwin County since 1961. Born in Calumet April 26, 1900, he was married in Detroit to the former Mrs. Ethel Wright Dec. 31, 1942.

Survivors include his wife, Ethel; a son Robert of Englewood, Calif.; a daughter, Mrs. Thomas Moore of Memphis, Tenn.; a step-son, William G. Wright of Pontiac; his step-mother, Mrs. Jane Brown of Ishpeming; two sisters, Mrs. Emily Trevarthen of Ironwood and Miss Clarice Brown of Ishpeming; and seven grandchildren.

The Rev. Ross Tracy officiated at the rites held at the Miner Chapel at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday and burial was in Ridge Cemetery.

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FRANCIS DEWEY BRUNER (12 AUG 1905 - 2 JUNE 1973) s/w Inez G.

Francis Dewey Bruner, 67, of 326 Maple St., Gladwin, died June 2, at Crestmont Medical Care Facility, Fenton, after a long illness. Born in Sage Township, on August 12, 1905, he lived here all his lifetime, and was employed by the County Road Commission and was also self-employed. He was married to the former Inez Molesworth on January 10, 1923 in Gladwin.

Besides his wife, he is survived by four sons, Robert of Florida, George and Lawrence of Williamston, and Elmer of Mason; six daughters, Mrs. Elmer (Vera) Grove of Flint; Mrs. Glenden (Elpha) Murray and Mrs. Glen (Frances) Day of Gladwin; Mrs. Robert (Florence) Ridley and Mrs. Rowland (Nancy) Thomas of Williamston; and Mrs. Dennis (Joyce) Day of Fenton; one brother, Albert of Hale; three sisters, Mrs. Ina Derstenberger of Tiffin, Ohio; Mrs. Jessie Hunt of Hesperia; and Mrs. Leroy (Elizabeth) Sprague of Harrison; 31 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.

Services were held Tuesday, June 5, at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home with the Rev. Helena Egts officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-06/1973 Column - 6 Page - 2

INEZ GRACE (MOLESWORTH) BRUNER (27 JULY 1903 - 14 APRIL 1977)

Mrs. Inez Grace Bruner, 73, of 326 Maple St., Gladwin, died Thursday, April 14, in the Gladwin Area Hospital following a short illness. Born in Gladwin County on July 27, 1903, she had spent her lifetime here. The former Inez Molesworth, she was married to Francis Dewey Bruner on January 10, 1923, in Gladwin. He preceded her in death on June 2, 1973.

   Surviving are 4 sons, Robert of Gainesville, Fla., George of Gladwin, Elmer of Mason and Lawrence of Williamston; 5 daughters, Mrs. Glendon (Elpha) Murray, Mrs. Glen (Frances) Day and Mrs. Nancy Mills of Gladwin, Mrs Dennis (Joyce) Day of Fenton and Mrs. Florence Ridley of Williamston; one brother, William of New Lothrop; 4 sisters, Mrs. Sylvia Anderson of Milford, Mrs. Vivian Vachon of Flint and Mrs Nora Anderson and Mrs. Elizabeth Tenwalde of Gladwin; 34 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren.

   Services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Helena Egts officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-20/1977 Column - 6 Page - 2

GEORGE HENRY BRUNER (10 APRIL 1925 - 27 AUG 1980)

 

George H. Bruner, 55, of Clare, died Wednesday, Aug. 27, in the Veteran's Administration Hospital, Ann Arbor. Born in Gladwin County on April 10, 1925, he attended Gladwin schools and served in the Army during World War II. He was a member of the Clare DAV and was a truck driver for the fuel gas industry.

   Surviving are 2 sons, Kenneth of Burton and Wally of Flint; 6 daughters, Mrs. Catherine Shinabarger of Grand Blanc, Mrs. Carol Stoner and Mrs. Susie Juneac of Burton, Mrs. Connie Shinabarger, Mrs. Laurel Munsey and Mrs. Joy Lane of Flint; 2 brothers, Charles of Mason and Lawrence of Williamston; 5 sisters, Mrs. Elpha Murray, Mrs. Francis Day and Mrs. Nancy Mills of Gladwin, Mrs. Florence Ridley of Williamston and Mrs. Joyce Day of Midland; and 14 grandchildren.

   Services were held Saturday at 3 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Helena Egts officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-03/1980 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

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HENRY ELI BRUNER (30 JUNE 1870 – 25 SEP 1934) s/w Orpha A.

Final Rites Held Here for Henry Eli Bruner

 

Rev. L.A. Ruegsegger held services Saturday afternoon at the home at 1:30 o'clock and at the Riley Evangelical Church at 2 o'clock for Henry Eli Bruner. The rites were followed by burial at the Ridge cemetary.

 

Henry Eli Bruner was born in Liberty township, Seneca county, Ohio August 13,1858 and died September 25,1934 at Farwell.

 

He was married November 15,1901 to Mrs. Orpha (Stickney)Bruner, who survives him with two sons and three daughters, Dewey and Sherman of Gladwin county, Mrs. Jesse Hunt of Lincoln, Mrs. Myrtie Richardson of Farwell and Mrs. Elizabeth Sprague of Harrison; four sons and two daughters by a previous marriage, Willard Bruner of Bettsville Ohio, Mrs. Eva Carbeno and Albert Bruner of Gladwin, Mrs. Ina Gerstenberger, Ralph & Glenn of Tiffin OH.; 23 grandchildren and five step children; three brothers Dan & Will of Toledo Ohio, and Charles of Scipio Siding, Ohio.

 

Those who came from far away to attend the funeral were: Will Bruner of Toledo Ohio; Glen Bruner and Ina Gerstenberger of Tiffin Ohio, Mr. & Mrs. George Stickney and daughter, Edna of Flint. Gladwin County Record dated 10-3/1934 Column – 5 Page – 4.


INEZ GRACE (MOLESWORTH) BRUNER (27 JULY 1903 – 14 APR 1977) s/w F. Dewey

Mrs. Inez Grace Bruner, 73, of 326 Maple St., Gladwin, died Thursday, April 14, in the Gladwin Area Hospital following a short illness. Born in Gladwin County on July 27, 1903, she had spent her lifetime here. The former Inez Molesworth, she was married to Francis Dewey Bruner on January 10, 1923, in Gladwin. He preceded her in death on June 2, 1973.

Surviving are 4 sons, Robert of Gainesville, Fla., George of Gladwin, Elmer of Mason and Lawrence of Williamston; 5 daughters, Mrs. Glendon (Elpha) Murray, Mrs. Glen (Frances) Day and Mrs. Nancy Mills of Gladwin, Mrs Dennis (Joyce) Day of Fenton and Mrs. Florence Ridley of Williamston; one brother, William of New Lothrop; 4 sisters, Mrs. Sylvia Anderson of Milford, Mrs. Vivian Vachon of Flint and Mrs Nora Anderson and Mrs. Elizabeth Tenwalde of Gladwin; 34 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren.

Services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Helena Egts officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-20/1977 Column - 6 Page - 2


ORPHA ALMEDA (STICKNEY) BRUNER (25 MAY 1874 – 11 FEB 1938) s/w Henry E.

Mrs. Orpha Almeda Bruner Dies at Tiffin ,Ohio

Funeral services were held Monday afternoon February 14, 1938 at 1:30 at the Rogers Funeral Home for Mrs. Orpha Almeda Bruner who died February 11 1938 in Tiffin Ohio Rev. Eldon Cummings of the Free Methodist church at Hockaday officiating. Burial services were in Ridge Cemetary.

Mrs. Bruner was born May 25, 1874 in Eaton County Michigan. She was the daughter of Sherman Elijah Stickney & Elizabeth "Libby" (Wickham). She was married twice. Her first husband was Jacob Fredrick Albert Bruner "Fred" married 15 Aug 1889 Gladwin MI. Fred died on 1 Dec 1900. She than married Henri Eli Bruner 15 Nov 1901.

She was the mother of 10 children, five by each marriage. One daughter, Mrs. Myrta Richardson has died. Surviving her are Mrs. Eva Carbeno & Albert Bruner of Gladwin, Mrs. Ina Gerstenberger of Tiffin Ohio, and Ralph & Glenn Bruner living near Tiffin, Ohio [These are children by her first marriage to Fred Bruner]; Mrs. Jessie Hunt of Freemont MI, Dewey and Sherman Bruner of Gladwin, and Elizabeth Sprague of Harrison [These are children by her marriage to Henry Eli Bruner]; a step son Willard Bruner of Bettsville Ohio; four brothers George Stickney of Flint, William,Harley & Horace Stickney of Gladwin; 46 grandchildren & four great grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 2-16/1938 Column – 3 Page – 1.

Her second husband was Henri Eli Bruner married 15 Nov 1901.

ROBERT D. BRUNER (24 NOV 1923 - 13 MAY 1979)

 

   Robert D. Bruner, 55, of 6335 Park Lane Rd., Bath, died Sunday, May 13, at his home. Born in Sage Township on November 24, 1923, he attended the Gladwin schools.  He was a veteran of World War II and the Korean War.  Mr. Bruner was a farm laborer and lived in the Williamston area since October 1978.

     Surviving are his wife, Jennie; 2 daughters, Joan of Cedar Springs and Roberta of Battle Creek; 3 brothers, George of Bath, Elmer of Mason and Lawrence of Williamston; 5 sisters, Mrs. Elpha Murray, Mrs. Frances Day, Mrs. Nancy Mills, all of Gladwin, Mrs. Joyce Day of Midland and Mrs. Florence Ridley of Williamston.  He was preceded in death by one sister, Vera Grove, in January 1974.

     Rites were held today, Wednesday, at 1 P.M. from the Mathews Funeral Home.  The Rev. Helena Egts officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-16/1979 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

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SHERMAN HENRY BRUNER (25 NOV 1912 – 1 FEB 1956)

SERVICES HELD FOR SHERMAN BRUNER

Funeral services held Sunday, Feb. 5, for Sherman Bruner, 43, at Hall Funeral Home with the Rev. Walter Easton officiating. Sherman Bruner was born Nov. 25, 1912, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Bruner. He married Doris Cameron, Dec. 10, 1934. They lived in Gladwin until several years ago when they moved to Clare, where he died Feb. 1.

He is survived by his wife; two daughters,Lois Ann and Sharon Lee, both at home; four sisters, Mrs. Eva Carbeno of Gladwin, Mrs. Ina Gertstenberger of Tiffin, Ohio, Mrs. Jennie Hunt of Walkerville, and Mrs. Elizabeth Sprague of Harrison; four brothers, Albert of Hale, Ralph of Hanoverton, Ohio, Willard of Bettsville, Ohio; and Dewey of Gladwin. One sister and one brother preceded him in death. Burial was in Ridge cemetery.


FRANCES BUEHLER (19 NOV 1883 - 7 DEC 1969)

RITES FRIDAY FOR FRANCES BUEHLER

Mrs. Frances Buehler, 86, of Gladwin Township, died suddenly at her home Sunday. Born in Greentown, Ind., on Nov. 19, 1883, she had resided in Gladwin County for the past 45 years. The former Frances Freeman, she was married to Joseph Buehler. He preceded her in death on July 9, 1956.

Surviving are a foster son, Earl Esiline, of Gladwin; one niece, Mrs. Harriet Day, of Gladwin; two nephews, Gilbert and Kenneth Thomas, of Gladwin; six foster grandchildren and 20 foster great grandchildren.

Services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. John Cermak will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-10/1969 Column – 2 Page – 1.


GERALDINE MAY BUEHLER (7 FEB 1932 – 9 FEB 1932)

Geraldine May, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Buehler, was born Feb. 7 at the home of Mrs. Buehler's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ben Ritchie, in Butman township, and died Feb. 9. Services were held at the Ritchie home. Gladwin County Record dated 2-11/1932 Column – 5 Page – 1.

JOSEPH V. BUEHLER (19 APRIL 1884 - 9 JULY 1956)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO FORMER POLICEMAN

 

   Joseph Buehler, 72, passed away July 9 following an illness of several months. He was born in Fairfax, Minn., April 19, 1884 and married the former Frances Freeman in Windsor Canada in 1913. He spent 25 years on the Detroit Police Force and retired twelve years ago when he came to Gladwin.

   Surviving are his wife, Frances; one son Earl Esilene, of Gladwin; one daughter, Mrs. Alice Kruse of Midland; two brothers, Frank of Midland and Albert of Bay City. Funeral services were held Thursday, July 12, at 2 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home with the Rev. Truman S. Lowell officiating. Burial was in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-18/1956 Column - 8 Page - 1

 

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HENRY BUNKOSKA (8 FEB 1891 – 4 MAY 1984) s/w Hertha

 

HENRY BUNKOSKA

 

Henry Bunkoska, 93, of Detroit and formerly of Gladwin died Friday, May 4, after a long illness. He was born in Germany on February 8, 1891.

 

Surviving are one step-son, Warren Chartrand of Gladwin; and 2 granddaughters.

 

Rites were held Monday at 11 a.m. from St. Peters Lutheran Church in East Detroit with the Rev.

William Winter officiating. Graveside services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 5-9/1984 Column – 5 Page – 2.


HARTHA BUNKOSKA (19 APR 1894 – 15 JAN 1967) s/w Henry

 

GLADWIN --- Mrs. Hartha Bunkoska, 72, died Sunday at the Gladwin Hospital following a short illness. She was born in Detroit April 19, 1894, and was married to Henry Bunkoska Oct. 9, 1920, in that city. The couple has resided in Gladwin County since 1950. In addition to her husband, she is survived by one sister, Mrs. Martha Sadler of Warren, Michigan.

 

Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Gladwin. The Rev. Ernst Mueller will officiate and burial will be in Ridge Cemetery near Gladwin. Friends may call at the Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin until noon Wednesday. MDN 1-17-1967 Page – 15.


ARTHUR J. BUNTING (2 SEP 1858 –19 APRIL 1932) s/w Mary

 

Arthur J. Bunting, for many years a resident of Gladwin county, later a resident of Midland city, died at 7:15 Monday morning at his Midland home.

 

He was born at Antrim, Ireland, Sept. 2, 1858, and at the time of his death aged 73 years, seven months 7:15 Thursday morning at his Midand 14 days.

 

He was married to Mary Jane Raddick; in 1879. She died in Gladwin county, near Skeels, in 1904. There were born to them three sons, John Henry, who died in 1923, and Jacob

and Arthur, who survive him, and three daughters, who survive him, viz: Mrs. Anna Bonham of Midland, Mrs. Sarah Major and Mrs. Minnie Clark, both of Auburn.

 

He was united in marriage to Amelia Hanes of Bourrett township in 1906 who preceded him in death March 19, 1931.

 

His survivors include his two sons and three daughters, two stepsons, Rolla and Fred Haines, one stepdaughter, Mrs. Lillie Treat, of Fall City, Oregon, 38 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.

 

Mr. Bunting came to Canada in 1886 and to Gladwin county in 1894, he being employed by Ross Bros., locating in South Grout, living there four years. He then moved near Skeels and afterwards moved to Bourrett of which township he was supervisor 12 years and as such was respected by his colleagues who elected him as their chairman. He moved to Midland about 15 years ago and was elected as supervisor of the first ward, which position he held for 12 years and held at the time of his death. In 1930 he was a candidate for representative in the state legislature and showing the kindly feelings of his old Mends and neighbors was generously supported in Gladwin

county.

 

His funeral services will be held Thursday, a preliminary service at Midland at 10:30 a. m. and at the M. E. church at Gladwin at 2 p. m. Burial will take place in the Ridge cemetery, where his body will find its last resting place by the side of his first wife. Gladwin County Record dated 4-21/1932 Column – 2 Page – 1.
JOHN H. BUNTING (8 AUG 1880 - 13 FEB 1923)

 

SON OF A. J. BUNTING DIES AT EAST JORDAN

 

ILL IN HOTEL WHICH BURNED.

EXPOSURE RESULTED IN PNEUMONIA

 

John H. Bunting of Gladwin, a son of A. J. Bunting of this City and brother of Arthur Bunting and Mrs. Anna Bonham also of Midland, passed away Feb. 13 at East Jordan, Mich., where he was working for the East Jordan Lumber company, Camp 35.

 

John was confined to his room at the Commercial House when that structure was burned a fortnight ago. He was compelled to leave the building partially clad, and the exposure resulted in pneumonia, which caused his death.

 

Deceased was born in Ireland in August 1880. He has made his home in Gladwin the past 13 years, where in 1904 he was married to Miss Sadie Reed. MDN Republican dated 2-22-1923 Page – 1.


MARY JANE (RADDICK) BUNTING (1857 – 4 NOV 1903) s/w Arthur

 

The friends and neighbors of Mrs. Bunting were very sorry to hear of her death early Wednesday morning, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Anna Bonham, in the city, where she has been for some time taking treatment for rheumatism. Gladwin County Record dated 11-6/1903 Column - 4 Page - 10.


ALFRED T. BURMEISTER (25 MARCH 1894 - 28 FEB 1968)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO ALFRED BURMEISTER

 

   Funeral services were held Saturday for Alfred T. Burmeister, 73, who died Wednesday, Feb. 28, following an illness of 10 days. Born in Detroit, Mar. 25, 1894, Mr. Burmeister came to Gladwin County in 1935 and farmed in Sage Township. He was a veteran of World War II. He and the former Miss Erna Zessau were married in Detroit June 27, 1922, and she preceded him in death July 7, 1962.

   Survivors include a son, Leonard, of Gladwin; two daughters, Marion of Gladwin; Mrs. Henry Polzien (Doris) of Gladwin; two brothers, Harold and Ervin, both of Gladwin; one sister, Mrs. Mable Sersaw; of Gladwin; and one grandchild.

   Services were held at the Hall Funeral Home at 2:00 p.m. with the Rev. Ernst G. Mueller officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-06/1968 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

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ERNA BURMEISTER (30 DEC 1891 - 7 JULY 1962)

RITES SET FOR GLADWIN WOMAN

GLADWIN --- Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday from the Miner Chapel in Gladwin for Mrs. Erna Burmeister, 70, who died Saturday at her home in SageTownship, Gladwin County after a long illness. The Rev. William J. Hassold, of Oberlin Zion Lutheran Church, where Mrs. Burmeister was a member, will officiate. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery near Gladwin.

Mrs. Burmeister was born Dec. 30, 1891 in Detroit. She was married to Alfred Burmeister in Detroit on June 27, 1922. They moved to Gladwin in 1935.

She is survived by her husband at home; one son, Leonard, of Detroit; two daughters, Mrs. Doris Polzien and Miss Marlon Burmeister, bother of Gladwin and three sisters, Mrs. Lily Knebusch and Mrs. Louisa Mielke, both of Detroit and Mrs. Alma Sharp, of St. Charles. Friends may call at the Miner Chapel in Gladwin. MDN dated 7-9-1962 Page – 11.


LEONARD A. BURMEISTER (15 FEB 1925 - 14 JULY 1996)

LEONARD A. BURMEISTER

Leonard A. Burmeister, 71, of Gladwin, died Sunday, July 14, 1996 at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City following a long Illness. Born Feb, 15, 1925 in Detroit, he resided In Gladwin since moving from Detroit.

Surviving are 2 sisters, Marian Burmeister and Doris Polzien, both of Gladwin; and one niece, Ellen Polzien, also of Gladwin.

Rites were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin chapel. The Rev. Timothy Verity officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 7-17/1996 Column – 3 Page – 7.


LOLA BELLE (ROBERTS) BURNSIDE (6 APR 1894 – 31 DEC 1942)

Offering our condolence to friends and relatives in the loss of wife and kind neighbor, the late Mrs. Orville Burnside. Gladwin County Record dated 1-6/1943 Column – 6 Page – 3.

Services Held Recently for Mrs. Orville Burnside Funeral services were held for Mrs. Orville Burnside Sunday, January 3, at the L D S church north of Gladwin. Mrs. Burnside was born Lola Belle Roberts April 6, 1894, in Sage township and was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Roberts. She died at the home of her parents, December 31, following an operation in Mercy Hospital August 25. She was married to Orville Burnside, August 7, 1913, in Butman township.

Surviving are her husband and parents, two sisters, Mrs. Carl Knight of Flint and Mrs. Jack Moe of Sanford, three brothers, Martin of Houghton Lake, Gordon of Sherman township and Wayne of Sage township besides other relatives and a host of friends. She had a sunny disposition and was loved by all who knew her.

Elder Schrock of Beaverton officiated at the services and burial was made in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 2-3/1943 Column – 1 Page – 5.


DOROTHY ELIZABETH BUSCHLEN (31 JAN 1935 – 1 FEB 1935)

DOROTHY ELIZABETH BUSCHLEN

Dorothy Elizabeth, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Buschlen, was born January 31, 1935, and died February 1, 1935. Scripture reading and prayer were offered at the home Friday by Rev. Ruegsegger. Burial in the Ridge cemetery.

"'This lovely bud, so young, so fair, Called hence by early doom, Just came to show how sweet a flower In Paradise would bloom." Gladwin County Record dated 2-6/1935 Column – 4 Page – 5.

EDWARD P. BUSCHLEN (17 DEC 1910 – 14 JULY 1932)

Edward Buschlen of Sage township, son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Buschlen, drowned Thursday evening, July 14, while swimming in Pratts lake. Buschlen was diving from a raft into the lake when he is thought to have been taken with cramps. His brother William and a cousin, Herbert Gaay, of Detroit, were with him at the time.

Edward Buschlen was born Dec. 17, 1910, in Sherman township. Later the family moved to Sage township. He was aged 21 years, 6 months and 28 days. He made his home with his parents during the span of his short life and grew up to be honored and respected by his immediate family and by all with whom he came in contact.

Edward was reared in a Christian home and taught Christian principles from boyhood. He lived a good moral life and never had words with anybody. Although he never made an open confession of faith his peace with God is not questioned by those who know him best.

Those left to mourn his loss are his father, Peter Buschlen; his mother, Mrs. Ida Buschlen; and one brother William. Relatives attending the funeral from Cleveland, Ohio, were Mrs. John Gaag and son Herbert and Mrs. Amelia Buschlen; from Detroit, Mich., were Mr. and Mrs. Gustaf Albrecht, Mr. and Mrs. Earnest Wegner and son Walter; from Midland, Mich., were Mr. and Mrs. John Buschlen and Mr. and Mrs. George Rueff and daughter Lorraine.

Services were held at the Riley Evangelical church Sunday at 2 p.m. conducted by Rev. Lester A. Ruegsegger, followed by burial at the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 7-21/1932 Column – 6 Page – 1.


EILEEN BURL (EAGLESON) BUSCHLEN (21 MAR 1915 – 15 FEB 1999) s/w William G.

EILEEN BUSCHLEN

Eileen Buschlen, 83, of Gladwin, died Monday, Feb. 15, 1999 at the Gladwin Pines Nursing Home after a short illness. Born March 21, 1915 in Gladwin, she was a lifetime of Gladwin County. Eileen married William G. Buschlen, March 25, 1934 in Gladwin. He preceded her in death Feb. 23, 1981. She was a homemaker.

Surviving are two sons, Paul of Allegan, and Donald and wife Christina of Essexville; three daughters, Esther and husband James Crawford of Long Beach, Calif., Carol and husband Guy Waldrip of Odessa, Texas, and Ruth Ann and husband Bruce Cams of Allegan; one sister, Gladys Heffner of Gladwin; 17 grandchildren; and 25 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one brother, Harold Eagleson, Nov. 6, 1989.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. tomorrow (Thursday) at Funeral Home, Gladwin with Rev. Robert Brown officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Visitation will be today (Wednesday) noon until 9 p.m. Gladwin County Record dated 2-17/1999 Column – 2 Page – 2.


GILION BUSCHLEN (1 JAN 1871 – 26 AUG 1918)

Buschlen— Gilion Buschlen died Aug. 26, 1918, at his home at Oberlin in Sherman township. He was born Jan. 1, 1871, in Switzerland, and has been a resident of Gladwin county 15 years. He came here from Huron county, having moved there from Switzerland.

He is survived by his wife, three daughters and a son, two brothers John and Peter Buschlen of Oberlin, two sisters, Mrs. John Gagg of Cleveland, Ohio, and Mrs. Elizabeth Albright, of Oberlin. He was a member of the Evangelical church.

Services will be held at the Riley church Thursday afternoon at 2:30 and from the home at 1. p.m., conducted by Rev. A. J. Hettler. The body will be laid to rest in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-29/1918 Column – 4 Page – 5.


IDA A. (HOFFMAB) BUSCHLEN (2 MARCH 1880 – 14 SEP 1972) s/w Peter

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Mrs. Ida Buschlen, 92, of Gladwin, died Thursday, Sept. 14, at the Freir Care Home. Born in Germany on March 2, 1880, she had lived in Gladwin County since 1907. She was married to Peter Buschlen in Huron County on June 12, 1907. He preceded her in death on February 6, 1956.

Mrs. Buschlen was a life-time member of the former Riley Evangelical Church. Surviving are one son, William of Gladwin; five grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. One son, Edward, also preceded her in death in July 1932. Services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Gerald Palmer officiated and burial was in Highland Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 9-20/1972 Column – 6 Page – 2.


IDA BELL BUSCHLEN (? - 20 JAN 1905) Aged 19 years, Beloved wife of Gilion Buschlen, When we leave this world of change, when we leave this world of care, we hope to meet our missing loved ones in our Father’s mansions fair.


PETER ISAAK BUSCHLEN (12 OCT 1878 – 6 FEB 1956) s/w Ida A.

Services Thursday for Peter Buschien

Peter Buschien, 77, Sage township resident since 1904, passed away at his home Feb. 6, after several months illness. Mr. Buchlen was born in Frutigen, Switzerland, Oct. 12, 1878 and came to the United States when a young man. He came to Gladwin from Pigeon in, 1904. In 1907 he married Miss Ida Hoffman at Linkville, Huron County.

Mr. Buschien was a member of the Riley Evangelical United Brethren Church and had been a school board director for many years.

He is survived by his wife; one son, William, of Gladwin; five grandchildren and one great grandchild; two sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Albrecht of Midland and Mrs. Mary Gaag of Cleveland, Ohio.

Funeral services will be held Thursday at the Riley E. U. B. Church at 2 p. m. with the Rev. James Dempsey officiating. Friends may call at the Miner Funeral Home until noon Thursday and at the church from 1:00 p. m. until the time of the service. Burial will be in Ridge cemetery. Pallbearers will be Gottlieb Schindel, Edward Feilert, Adoph Sauer Albert Miller, Charles Cameron and Albert Erdman. Gladwin County Record dated 2-8/1956 Column – 7 Page – 1.


WILLIAM GILLION BUSCHLEN (27 MARCH 1908 – 23 FEB 1981) s/w Eileen

Wiliam G. Buschlen, 72, of Gladwin, died Monday in Gladwin Area Hospital after a long illness. Born March 27, 1908, Mr. Buschlen was a lifelong resident of Gladwin County, retiring in 1969 from the methyl bromide department of the Dow Chemical Co. Mr. Buschlen married the fomer Eileen Eagleson on March 25, 1934 in Gladwin. She survives.

He also leaves sons Paul Buschlen of Big Rapids and Donald Buschlen of Essexville; daughters Mrs. James (Esther) Crawford of Los Angles and Mrs. Bruce (Ruth Ann) Garns? Of Ailegan; and 17 grandchildren.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday in the Gladwin chapel of the Hall Funeral Home, the Rev. Chrales Allen officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Friends may call at the funeral home from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. today. MDN dated 2-24-1981.

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ELSIE LORAINE CANN (25 SEP 1925 - 16 APRIL 1926)

 

SUGAR RAPIDS

 

   Evert Cann came to his mother's Mrs. Ammon Cann, from Detroit last Thursday night bringing the remains of their little 3-year old daughter and before arrangements could be made for the funeral word came that his little 8-months old girl who was sick when he left was beyond help. He drove back Friday returning Saturday with his wife and the remains of the older child. A double funeral was held at Hockaday F. M. church Sunday. Interment in Ridge cemetery. The flowers were beautiful. Gladwin County Record dated 04-22/1926 Gladwin County Record dated 04-22/1926 Column - 4  Page - 3  1 YEAR OLD

 

EVERETT RAY CANN (24 FEB 1895 – 19 JAN 1978) s/w Lavina C.

 

EVERETT R. CANN

Everett R. Cann, 82, of 4199 Fitzwater Rd., Gladwin, died Thursday, Jan. 19, in theGladwin Area Hospital. Born in Gladwin on February 24, 1895, he moved as ayound boy and sailed on the Great Lakes. He then lived in Lincoln Park and was employed as a crane operator for Nicholson Terminal Dock Co. in River Rouge for38 years until retirement in 1964. Mr. Cann moved back to Gladwin County in 1971. He was a member of the Hockaday Free Methodist Church. Mr. Cann and theformer Lavina Simpson were married on May 14, 1921, in Gladwin.

Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, James and Evert of Lincoln Park; 2 daughters, Mrs. Merretta Giertz of Southgate and Mrs. Shirley Williams of Lincoln Park; 2 brothers, Percy of Gladwin and William of Taylor; one sister, Mrs. Iva Hoover of Mecosta; 8 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Services were held Saturday at 11 a.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Helena Egts officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery.

 

LAVINA CATHERINE (SIMPSON) CANN (1904 – 29 DEC 1986) s/w Everett R.

 

LAVINA CANN

Lavina C. Cann, 82, of 4199 Fitzwater Rd., Gladwin, died Monday, Dec. 29, in Heritage Hospital, Taylor, after a short illness. Born in Gladwin May 18, 1904, she moved back to Gladwin County in 1971. She was a member of the Skeels Baptist Church. The former Lavina Simpson was married to Everett Cann May 14, 1921, in Gladwin. He preceded her in death Jan. 19, 1978.

Surviving are 2 sons, James and Evert of Lincoln Park; 2 daughters, Mrs. Ervin (Merretta) Giertz of Southgate and Shirley Williams of Lincoln Park; 8 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Rites were held Friday at 11 a.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. George Coon officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery.

 

LORETTA MAXINE CANN (7 AUG 1923 - 14 APRIL 1926)

 

HOCKADAY

 

   Hockaday, April 20---The funeral of the only two children of Mr. and Mrs. Everett Cann of Detroit were held at the church here last Sunday. It was very largely attended. The parents have the heartfelt sympathy of this community. Gladwin County Record dated 04-22/1926 Column - 4 Page - 3

 

WANETTA D. CANN (? - 21 SEP 1942)

 

FRED E. CANTRELL (1946 - 1976) 

RAY J. CANTRELL (15 AUG 1925 - 25 JUNE 1988)

 

Ray J. Cantrell, 62, of 4849 Ziemer Rd., Gladwin, died suddenly at his home Saturday morning, June 25. Born in Salem, S.C., Aug. 15, 1925, he moved to Gladwin County in 1979 from Garden City. Mr. Cantrell was a body finisher for Ford Motor Co. and a veteran of World War II. He was a member of the Moose Lodge in Wayne, the Road Rangers of Taylor and president of the Buckeye Hunting Club, Gladwin. Mr. Cantrell was married to the former Irene Traxler in Seneca, S.C.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Dennis of Gladwin; 3 brothers, Earle, Ralph and Lester of South Carolina; 3 sisters, Fay Allen, Edna Parker and June Cantrell of South Carolina; and 2 grandsons. Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Robert Brown officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-29/1988 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

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ALLEN EDDIE WHITE CARD (31 MAR 1867 – 19 JAN 1956) s/w Ella M.

Allen Card, 88 Buried Saturday

One of Gladwin County's oldest residents, Allen E. Card, 88, passed away at his home in Gladwin Thursday Jan. 19 after a short illness. Mr. Card was born in Enterprise, Ontario, March 31, 1867. Coming to Giadwin in the early 1890's, he settled in Gladwin township, north of Riley hill. He married Ella VanAlstine in August, 1894 in Gladwin and later moved one mile west of Hockaday and farmed there for several years. From there he went to the farm in Sage Township, near Fleming Grove Camp grounds were he resided until he retired in 1938 and came to Gladwin City. He was a member of the Quaker church but attended the Free Methodist church since coming to Gladwin.

Survivors are his wife, Ella; two sons, Claude of Gladwin and Henry of Flint; one daughter, Mrs. Lela Raymond of Gladwin; and several grandchildren. Two sons and one daughter preceded him in death.

Funeral services were held Saturday Jan. 21, at 2 p. m. at the Gladwin Free Methodist church with the Rev. F. E. Voller officiating. Pallbearers were Melvin Cady, John Wagar, Alvin Shearer, Harvey Gertz, Isaiah Wideman and Ed Doser. Burial was in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 1-25/1956 Column – 3 Page – 1.


CASSIE MAE CARD (23 OCT 1893 – 1 DEC 1989)

CASSIE CARD

Cassie Mae Card, 96, of Gladwin, died in the Clare Nursing Home, Friday, Dec. 1, 1989, after a long illness. Born in Gladwin, Oct. 23, 1893, she had spent several years here and 37 years in Flint. She was a teacher in the Gladwin schools and Flint Public Schools. Miss Card was a member of the Central Methodist Church in Flint.

Surviving are several nieces and nephews.

Rites were held Monday at 11 a.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Jerry Wells officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Clare Nursing Home Scholarship Fund. Gladwin County Record dated 12-6/1989 Column – 3 Page – 2.

DELAVINA L. (GROVE) CARD (11 DEC 1919 – 9 APRIL 1995)

DELAVINA L. CARD

Delavina L. Card, 75, of Gladwin, died Sunday April 9, 1995 at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center - Midland. She was born Dec. 11, 1919 in Gladwin. The former Delavina Grove married Henry Card and he preceded her in death Dec. 25, 1985.

Surviving are 4 brothers, Holland Grove, Mike Grove and Duane Grove, all of Gladwin, and Wilbur Grove of Beaverton; 2 sisters, Beatrice Smith of Gladwin, and Cecil Behnke of Florida; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by 4 brothers, Orval Grove, Basil Grove, Howard Grove and Mervin Grove; and 2 sisters, Audrey Johnson and Shirley Roberts.

Services were held at 1 p.m. Tuesday from the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin and the Rev. Peggy Garrigues-Cortelyou officiated. Burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 4-12/1995 Column – 1 Page – 6.

DONNA JEAN CARD (1931 – 22 JAN 1932) s/w Henry R., Luella E. & Ramona L.

DONNA JEAN CARD

Donna Jean Card, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Card (Luella Vannest), both former residents of Gladwin county, died at the home of her parents in Flint Jan. 22 of a complication of diseases.

Funeral services were held at the Free Methodist church Saturday, Jan. 23, at 3 p. m. Rev. W. J. Cross, Jr., former pastor here, now of the Flint Second church, officiated. Gladwin County Record dated 1-28/1932 Column – 2 Page – 1.


ELLA M. (VANALSTINE) CARD (13 MAR 1876 – 14 FEB 1959) s/w Allen E.

Long Illness Fatal to Mrs. Card

Mrs. Ella M. Card, 82, N. Cayuga St., Gladwin, died on Saturday following an illness of several years. Born in Sanilac County March 13, 1876, the former Miss Ella M. Van Alstine was married to Allen Card in August, 1894, in Gladwin. He preceded her in death January 19, 1956.

A resident of Gladwin County since the age of 10, Mrs. Card was a member of the Free Methodist Church for over 60 years. Survivors include two sons, Claude, of Pinconning, and Henry, of Flint; one daughter, Mrs. Lela Raymond, of Gladwin; four sisters, Mrs. Emma Southwell, Mrs. Ethel Edick, Mrs. Hattie Wier, and Mrs. Mayme Simpson, all of Gladwin; nine grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Tuesday at 1 p. m. at the Free Methodist Church with the Rev. Henry Schmidt and Earl Fogelsonger officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 2-18/1959 Column – 1 Page – 1.


GEORGE CARD (12 MARCH 1888 - 5 DEC 1888) Son of Turner & Martha Card


HARRIET LOUISA CARD (6 JAN 1902 - 5 OCT 1902) Daughter of Allen & Ella Card, Aged 8 months, 29 days

HENRY ROBIN CARD (29 APR 1905 – 27 DEC 2001) s/w Donna Jean, Luella E. & Ramona L.

Henry Robin Card, 96, of Ontario, Canada and formerly of Gladwin, died Thursday, Dec. 27, 2001 at the Lin Havin Nursing Home in Ontario, Canada. Born April 29, 1905 in Gladwin, he was the son of the late Allen Eddie White and Ella (van Alstine) Card.
Surviving are two sons, Merlin of Lapeer and Allen of Swartz Creek; three daughters, June and husband Donald Terman of Mansfield, Ohio, Virene and husband Robert Eddy of Sault Saint Marie, Ontario, Canada, and Vivian and husband Alan Hyndman of Welland, Ontario, Canada; 12 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his wife, Luella E., March 23, 1979.
Services were held at 11 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 30 at the Sisson Funeral Home with his son-in-law, the Rev. Allan Hyndman, officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery.


JOB CARD (17 APRIL 1863 - 9 FEB 1902) (husband of Williette)

CARD.—Job Card, a well-known and highly esteemed farmer of Gladwin township, died Sunday, aged 39 years and 8 months, of inflammation of the lungs. He leaves a widow and several children. Funeral services were held Wednesday, and the remains interred in Gladwin cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 2-14/1902 Column – 5 Page – 1.


LLOYD MERL CARD (2 DEC 1901 – 30 MAY 1920) Son

Lloyd Merl Card, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Card, died at the home of his parents in Mount Morris of tubercular meninigitis, May 30, 1920, aged 18 years, 5 months and 18 days, Lloyd was born in Gladwin county Dec. 2, 1901. He lived in Gladwin county until 17 years old when he moved with his parents to Mt. Morris where he lived until the time of his death. After reaching Mt. Morris he went into the employment of Betts-worth Bros., where he worked until he was taken sick March 5, 1920.

He leaves to mourn his loss his parents, his grandmother, Mrs. Margaret Elthorp of Gladwin, Mich., seven brothers, Ray, Roy, George, Lewis, Gerald, Gary and Duane all of Mt. Morris and a host of relatives and friends.

Services were conducted at the home of his parents by Rev. Carey of the Methodist church of Mt. Morris, who paid several visits to his bedside where he spoke words of comfort. The body was taken to Gladwin Tuesday to the home of his uncle, Bert G. Elthorp, where services were conducted Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock by Rev. J. H. Cornelius. The body was laid to rest in Highland cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 6-3/1920 Column – 5 Page – 4.


LUELLA EMMA (VANNEST) CARD (25 JULY 1907 – 23 MARCH 1979) s/w Donna Jean, Henry R. & Ramona L.

LUELLA CARD

Mrs. Luella E. Card, 71, of 3256 Wagarville Rd., Gladwin, died Friday, March 23, in the Midland Hospital Center of injuries received in a auto accident in Midland. Born in Gladwin Township on July 25, 1907, she lived in Flint from 1929 to 1946 when she moved back to Gladwin. Mrs. Card went back to Flint in 1955 and moved here again in 1969. She taught at the Section 8, White Brick and Skeels Schools in Gladwin and Woodland Elementary School in Flint. She was a member of the Wesleyan Holiness Assoc. of Churches.

The former Luella Vannest, she was married to Henry Card on February 12, 1929, in Flint.

Besides her husband, she is survived by 3 daughters, Mrs. Donald (June) Terman of Mansfield, Ohio, Mrs. Robert (Virene) Eddy of Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. and Mrs. Alan (Vivian) Hyndman of Welland, Ont.; 2 sons, Merlin of Lapeer and Allen of Swartz Creek; 3 sisters, Mrs. Nellie Steinkraus and Mrs. Rilla Cady of Gladwin and Mrs. Ruth Klein of Brighton; 2 brothers, John Vannest of Davison and Wellington Vannest of Gladwin; 12 grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Services were held Monday at 1 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. John Trent and Rev. Arthur Fritz officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 3-28/1979 Column – 5 Page – 2.


MARTHA CARD (22 MARCH 1858 - 13 JAN 1910)

Martha, wife of Turner Card of Sage township, died Jan. 13, after an illness of about four years. Funeral services were held at the Ridge church, Sunday at 11 a. m., conducted by Rev. G. B. Day, followed by interment in Ridge cemetery. A large number were present to pay their last respects to the dead. Deceased was born March 22, 1858, in Canada, and was aged 51 years, 9 month and 21 days. Mr. and Mrs. Card and family have been residents of Sage township about 15 years. She is survived by her husband, and six children, Mrs. John Dawe, Gladwin, Mrs. Oscar Leonard and Mrs. Nelson Stalker of Sage township, Wilford, aged 20, Cassie, aged 14, and Eva, aged 10. Gladwin County Record dated 1-20/1910 Column – 5 Page – 1.


NINA (TOOLEY) CARD (22 SEP 1895 – 31 DEC 1988) s/w Rufus W.

NINA CARD

Mrs. Nina Card,93, of Gladwin, died Saturday, Dec. 31, in Camelot Nursing Home, Westland, after a short illness. Born in Harrison, Sept. 22, 1895, she spent most of her life in Gladwin County. Mrs. Card moved to Inkster to live with a daughter 10 years ago. She was a juvenile offficer for t

he Gladwin Probate Court and a member of the Order of Eastern Stars, White Clover Chapter 84. The former Nina Tooley, she was married to Rufus Card, April 30, 1916, in Gladwin. He precede her in death Oct. 28, 1976.

Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Katheryn Hutchinson of Inkster; 13 grandchildren; 28 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. Mrs. Card was preceded in death by 3 sons, John, March 1, 1983, Gerald, June 5, 1978, Arthur as an infant; and a daughter, Ruth Melhus in 1980. Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. An OES Memorial Service was held Monday at 7:30 p.m.


RAMONA L. CARD (13 NOV 1929 - 12 NOV 1936) s/w Donna Jean, Henry R. & Luella E.

RAMONA CARD DIES WEDNESDAY AT FLINT

   Services were held at the home in Flint Saturday morning, November 14, at 10 o'clock, and at the Free Methodist church at Gladwin for Ramona Card, Rev. T. W. Griffin of the Free Methodist church of Bethel Park, Flint, officiating. Burial services were at the Ridge cemetery in Gladwin township. Daughter of Henry and Luella Card she was born November 13, 1929, and died November 12, 1936, at Hurley hospital in Flint. She was a kind, loving and obedient child and a favorite with her schoolmates and her teachers. She is survived by her parents, two sisters, June and Virene, her grandparents, uncles and aunts. One sister died four years ago. Gladwin County Record dated 11-18/1936 Column - 3 Page – 1


RUFUS W. CARD (28 FEB 1888 – 28 OCT 1976) m. 30 Apr 1916, s/w Nina

 

RUFUS W. CARD

Rufus W. Card, 88, former Gladwin County Register of Deeds, died at a local nursing homeThursday, Oct. 28, following a long illness. His residence was at 305 N. Arcade St., Gladwin. Born at Enterprise, Ontario, Canada, February 28, 1888, theson of Job and Willette Card, he had been a resident of Gladwin County for 84 years. In addition to serving as register of deeds for 10 years, 1938 to 1948, he was a former supervisor of Gladwin Township, and retired from the Corps of Engineers, 1948-1960. Mr. Card and the former Nina Tooley were married in Gladwin April 30, 1916. He was a member of the Gladwin F.& A.M.

Surviving are his wife, Nina; 2 sons, Jack and Jerry of Gladwin; 2 daughters, Mrs. Kate Hutchinson of Inkster, and Mrs. Ruth Melhus of Pontiac; 15grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren. Services were held Saturday at 2:00 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home Gladwin Chapel with Allen T. Parker, Minister,officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin.


SARAH JANE (MCWILLIAMS) CARD (7 AUG 1832 – 14 FEB 1914) s/w William

 

MRS. WILLIAM CARD

Mrs. William Card, died Feb. 17 [SIC-Should be 14] at the home of her d

aughter, Mrs. Wellington Wagar, in Gladwin, at the age of 81 years, 6 months and 7 days.Her maiden name was Sarah McWilliams, born in glasgow, Scotland, Aug. 9, 1832. At the age of 13 with her parents she came to Moscow, Canada and in1850 was married to William Card, who departed this life four years ago. In 1887 with their family they moved to Gladwin township, where they made a good home on a new farm at Wagarville, which has passed to other hands and is one of the most cozy of Gladwin county's farmhomes. Since the death of her husband, Mrs. Card made her home with her daughter, Mrs. W. Wagar.    Sheis survived by two sons, John of Gladwin, Mich., and Ruben of Rockford, Ill; five daughters,Mrs. Wellington Wagar, Mrs. James Wagar, Mss. Amos Wagar. Mrs. Charles Bauserman, and Mrs. James McDougall, all of Gladwin: also 24 grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at theM. E. Church in the city Thursday at 2 p. m., Rev. J. W. Hayward officiating. Internment in Ridge cemetery.

Contributed by: Matthew Adair


WILFERD DAWSON CARD (11 MAR 1891 – 13 MAR 1921) Son

 

WILFRED DAWSON CARD

 

Wilfred Dawson Card died suddenly Sunday evening at his home just north of the city. He went out doors and was found dead in the yard a few minutes after. He was a son of Turner Card, was born in Sage township and was 30 years and two days old. He was married to Elizabeth Gatz, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Gatz of Sage township, Nov. 8, 1917, who survives him with two children.

 

Services were held at the Riley Evangelical church Wednesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. A. J. Hettler, followed by interment in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 3-17/1921 Column - 2 Page - 4.


WILLIAM CARD (13 DEC 1823 – 14 APR 1910) s/w Sarah M.

 

WILLIAM CARD

 

William Card was born in Moscow, Ont., Dec. 13, 1823. He was married in 1851, to Miss Sarah McWilliams, who survives him. He, together with his wife and family moved to Gladwin Co., Mich., in 1885, where he has resided ever since. Mr. Card has enjoyed health, happiness and a good long and prosperous life but finally worn out with age he quietly passed away April 14, 1910. Mr. Card joined the Friends [Quaker] church at a young age, but has been a supporter of the M. E. church ever since he come to Gladwin.

 

He leaves to mourn his death a wife, Mrs. Sarah Card, and seven children: Mrs. Wellington Wagar, Mrs. James Wagar, Mrs. Charles Bauserman, Mrs. James McDougall, Mrs. Amos Wagar and Mrs. John Card of Gladwin and Reuben Card of Rockford, Ill., together with several grandchildren, relatives and friends.

Contributed by: Matthew Adair


WILLETTE (WAGAR) CARD (25 SEP 1860 - 9 JAN 1895) Wife of Job Card

 

WILLIAM TURNER CARD (9 MAY 1854 – 6 NOV 1942)

 

William T. Card Dies at Sage Twp. Home

 

Services were held Monday November 9, at the Gladwin Methodist Church for William Turner Card. Mr. Card was born in Moscow, Ontario, Canada, May 9, 1854 and died at the home of his

daughters, Mrs F. E. Dawe, in Sage township, November 6, at the age of 88 years. He was married to Martha Aselstine at Tomworth, Ontario, on March 21, 1879.

 

To them were, born seven children, one child dying in infancy, and a son, Wilford, on March 13, 1921. Mrs. Card also preceded him in death. They came to Gladwin county in the spring of 1888 and settled in Gladwin township where Mr. Card worked in a saw mill. In 1894 they moved to Sage township where he has since resided.

 

He is survived by five daughters, Mrs. Blanche Stalker, Mrs. F. E. Dawe, Mrs. Leon Molesworth,

all of Gladwin, Mrs. Iva Leonard and Miss Cassie Card of Flint, one brother, Allen Card of Gladwin, seventeen grandchildrentwenty-four great grandchildren, among other relatives and friends.

 

Burial was in Ridge cemetery with Rev. Washmuth officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 11-11/1942 Column – 3 Page – 1.


FRANCES H. (MAENLE) CARNAHAN (5 FEB 1912 – 25 SEP 1992) s/w Ray M.

 

FRANCES CARNAHAN

 

Frances H. Carnahan, 80, of the Gladwin Pines Nursing Home, died Friday, Sept. 25, 1992, after a long illness. Born in Ottawa, Ohio, Feb. 5, 1912, she had spent most of her life in Gladwin County. She was a member of the Gladwin Church of the Nazarene. The former Frances Maenle, she was married to Ray Carnahan on Feb. 21, 1933, in Ottawa, Ohio. He preceded her in death

Dec. 18, 1984.

 

Surviving are 2 sons, Richard of Beaverton and John of Grand Haven; one daughter, Mary Young of Beaverton; one brother, John of Lima, Ohio; one sister, Rose Dennings of Gladwin; 10 grandchildren, 3 step-grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.

 

Services were held Monday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson Funeral Home. The Rev. Jerry Wells officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 9-30/1992 Column – 3 Page – 2.


RAY M. CARNAHAN (8 MARCH 1900 – 18 DEC 1984) s/w Frances

 

RAY CARNAHAN

 

Ray M. Carnahan, 84, of 212 5th St., Gladwin, died Tuesday, Dec. 18, in St. Luke's Hospital,

Saginaw. Born in Gladwin Township March 8, 1900, he spent most of his life there. He was a veteran of World War I and was employed by the City of Gladwin. Mr. Carnahan was a member of the Gladwin Church of the Nazarene. He was married to the former Frances Maenle Feb. 21, 1933, in Ottawa, Ohio.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Richard of Beaverton and John of Grand Haven; one

daughter, Mrs. William (Mary) Young of Beaverton; one sister, Edith Basner of Burton; 10 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.

 

Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. David

Inman officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-26/1984 Column – 4 Page – 2.

WILLIAM J. CARTER (1830 - 29 MAY 1886)

 

CARTER --- At the Gladwin Exchange, May 29, 1886, William J. Carter, aged 56 years. Buried Tuesday afternoon; funeral services next Sunday morning at 11 a.m., at the court-house. Rev. A. Robinson officiating.

   Mr. Carter was born in the state of New York. At the tender age of three years he was left an orphan. Relatives who resided in Canada then took charge of him, and there he spent his childhood and youth. He removed from Canada to this state, and about seven years ago came to this county. Since January last he has been very feeble, and although given the best of care, he continued to decline, and for the past two weeks has been very close to death's door. The final crisis was reached last Sunday evening, when his spirit winged its way from this world into the great future of eternity. He leaves a wife and daughter, residents of Sanilac county, and a son, who lives in Shiawassee county.

   By trade he was a carpenter and joiner. A large share of his time was spent in hunting and trapping, and many a night he spent under the spreading branches of the forests giants by the side of his camp fire, with nothing but the rustling of leaves to disturb the deep silence of nature. He was a member of two secret societies, the Orangemen and Odd-fellows.

   In 1864, when the great fratricidal strife was at its height, he shouldered his musket and marched southward to help maintain the honor of our union. He was promoted from a private to a corporal, but at the end of three months he received an honorable discharge, and returned from the field of battle with injuries which finally caused his death, and added one more name to the long list of martyrs who gave their lives to keep the finger of disgrace from off their county's flag. His grandfather fought for liberty in the revolutionary war, and his father was a soldier in the Mexican war.

   Underneath his rough exterior there beat a heart as true as steel, and those who knew the friendship of "Uncle Billy" will tenderly cherish memory. Gladwin County Record dated 06-04/1886 Column - 6 Page - 5

 

CO K 10 MI INF CIVIL WAR

STEPHANIE ANN CASSIDAY (21 AUG 1968 – 5 DEC 1987)

Grayling teen killed in head - on crash Saturday

A Grayling teenager who had just left her parents home in Secord Township was killed in a head-on crash on Lakeshore Dr. Saturday evening. Gladwin State Police said Stephanie Ann Cassiday, 19, was following her cousin, Brian K. Cassiday, 23, of Clare, south about 7:55 p.m. when the mishap occurred.

Wayne Amos Boyer, 30, of Gladwin was traveling north on Lakeshore Dr. when he struck a raised grader edge of the gravel road and crossed the center line into the southbound lane. Brian Cassiday swerved into the northbound lane to avoid the car, but Stephanie Cassiday did not have time, to avoid the head-on collision, troopers said.

Cassiday was pronounced dead at the scene by Dr. James Sullivan, the county medical examiner. Boyer was treated for multiple cuts and bruises and a head injury at Gladwin Area Hospital and released, hospital authorities said.

It took over an hour for emergency personnel using the jaws of life to remove both drivers from their vehicles. Assisting troopers at the scene were Gladwin Sheriff s officers, Gladwin Emergency Medical Services, Secord firemen, Clement firemen and rescue personnel and the Wildwood rescue squad. Also the Rev. Burton Kincaid, county police chaplin, assisted the family who were at the scene of the mishap.

Neither driver was wearing a seat belt. Authorities said the accident remains under investigation and charges are expected. Cassiday is the second traffic fatality in the county this year and her obituary appears on page 2. Gladwin County Record dated 12-9/1987 Column – 1 Page – 1.

 

STEPHANIE CASSIDAY

Stephanie Ann Cassiday, 19, of Grayling, died suddenly Saturday, Dec. 5, in an auto accident on Lakeshore Dr. in Secord Township. Born in Flint Aug. 21, 1968, she moved to Grayling 4 years ago. She graduated from Grayling-AuSable High School in 1986 and was employed by K-Mart in Grayling.

Surviving are her parents, Dana and Debra (Grove) Cassiday of Gladwin; one brother, Stephen of Gladwin; One sister, Alicia of Gladwin; and her grandfather, Wilbur Grove of Beaverton.

Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Mark Moore officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-9/1987 Column – 1 Page – 2.

 

HAZEL IONA CASSIDAY (30 NOV 1916 – 20 JUN 2003)  1st married John L. TOWNSEND b: 1918 d: 1992 then, married Bernard CASSIDAY b: ? d: 2002.

Hazel Iona (Townsend) Cassiday, age 86, passed away Friday, June 20, 2003 at Lakeview Lutheran Manor Nursing Home in Cadillac following a brief illness. She lived in Cadillac, and was formerly from Gladwin. She was born in Gladwin County on Nov. 30, 1916 to the late Justin and Amanda (Broudnt) Trowbridge. She was predeceased by her husbands, John Townsend in 1992 and Bernard Cassiday in 2002.
She is survived by one son, Wayne (Judy) Townsend of Cadillac; one daughter, Shirley Jensen of Grand Rapids; one step-daughter, Coralee (Larry) Bush of Beaverton; seven grandchildren, ten great grandchildren and several step-grandchildren and step-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, both of her husbands and a sister, Doris Babcock.
At Mrs. Cassiday’s request cremation has already taken place. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 28 at the First Baptist Church in Cadillac. The family requests that memorials be made to the American Cancer Society. The Sisson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.


BEATRICE (HINKLE) CHRISTIAN (6 APRIL 1920 - 16 JAN 2003)

Beatrice Christian , age 82, of Gladwin, passed away Thursday, Jan. 16, 2003 at Mid-Michigan Medical Center-Gladwin following a brief illness. She was born in Williamson, WV on April 6, 1920 to the late George and Emma (Johnson) Hinkle. She married James Monroe Christian in Williamson, WV in 1945; he preceded her in death in 1989. She was an assemble for McDonnell-Douglas Corp.

She is survived by two sisters, Betty (Robert) Minor of Gladwin, and Mary Johnson of Dearborn Heights; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother-in-law, John Johnson; two brothers and two sisters. Funeral services were held at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 19, 2003 at the Sisson Funeral Home with Pastor Charles Marble presiding, and burial in Ridge Cemetery. The Sisson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.


FRANK A. CLARK (1855 – 12 AUG 1935)

 

Frank A. Clark Dies at Son’s Home in Flint

 

Funeral services for Frank A. Clark were held Wednesday morning, August 14, at 10 o'clock at

the Wagarville Methodist Episcopal church, followed by burial at the Ridge cemetery. Mr. Clark conducted a barber shop at Gladwin back in the 90's. He was in his 79th year. He died at the home of his son, Major Clark, in Flint, August 12. For several years he has made his home at the Shuart farm. This spring he went to live with his son in Flint.

 

Surviving him are one son and two daughters, Major Clark, Mrs. Mabel Brown and Mrs. Frances

Worthing, all of Flint. Gladwin County Record dated 8-21/1935 Column – 2 Page – 5.


GEORGE CLARK (? – 21 APR 1899) (GUESS?) (dates unreadable)


GROVER CLARK (? - 7 OCT 1887) Aged 2 months


ISABEL CLARK (1893 - 1913)


JAMES ARTHUR CLARK (26 JUNE 1870 – 19 NOV 1958)

SERVICES HELD FOR ARTHUR CLARK

James Arthur Clark, 88, of Gladwin, died suddenly at his home Wednesday, Nov. 19. He was born in Canada on June 26, 1870, and was married to the former Miss Margaret Molesworth in Gladwin in 1894. A Gladwin county resident for more than 64 years, Mr. Clark was retired from the dry business and had been a Standard Oil tank wagon driver at one time.

He is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Pearl Fiser, of Gladwin, Mrs. Florence Eisenlohr, of Beaverton, and Mrs. Irene Coan, of Saginaw; one son, Herbert, of Gladwin; 21 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. Two sons and one daughter also preceded him in death.

Funeral services were held on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Alfred Saulsbury officiated and burial was in Ridge cemetery.

 

MARGARET J. "MAGGIE" (MOLESWORTH) CLARK (16 APRIL 1871 - 24 NOV 1916)

 

   CLARK---Maggie Molesworth Clark, wife of Arthur Clark, was born in Dunnrich, Ontario, Canada, April 16, 1871, and died at her home in Gladwin, Nov. 24, 1916; aged 45 year, 7 months and 14 days. At the age of 10 years she came with her parents to Michigan, where they settled in Sanilac county. Jan. 1, 1891, she was united in marriage to Arthur Clark and they moved to Gladwin county in 1897. Mrs. Clark leaves to mourn her loss a husband, six children, a father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. William Molesworth, of Sage township; one sister, Mrs. Henry Bradshaw, of Wagarville; two brothers, George Molesworth, of Sage township, and William Molesworth, of Brown City. Funera services were conducted by Rev. James Bullington Tuesday at 2 p.m. with interment in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-30/1916 Column - 3 Page – 1

 

MAXINE M. CLARK (1935 - ?) s/w Robert A.


ROBERT A. CLARK (1936 - ?) s/w Maxine M.

ROBERT L. CLARK (ABT. 1935 15 MAY 1973)

Robert L. Clark, 38, of Holt, died May 15, in a Lansing Hospital. Survivors include two sons, Cecil D. and P. Randolph Clark, and a daughter, Kathy Mae Clark, all of Gladwin. Services were held May 18 in Holt and burial was in Maple Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-23/1973 Column - 3 Page – 2


S. S. CLARK (no dates)


SAMUEL S. CLARK, JR (ABT. 3 JUNE 1868 - 21 JUNE 1888) Aged 20 years & 18 days, Son of S.S. & E.J. Clark

Samuel S. Clark, Jr., died suddenly yesterday noon, at the residence of his father. He was eldest son of Supervisor Clark of Buckeye. He leaves a wife and two children. For a long period the deceased has been a sufferer from a wasting disease, but was able to be about, almost up to the hour of his death. His funeral will occur this afternoon at 2 o'clock. Gladwin County Record dated 06-22/1888 Column - 3 Page - 5

LILLIAN M. CLINGERMAN (1890 - 1926)


ALBERT COFFELL (19 MAY 1903 - 18 DEC 1965) s/w Lois M.

ILLNESS FATAL TO ALBERT COFFELL

   Services for Albert Coffell, 62, of Sage Township, were held Monday at 2:00 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home with the Rev. Nelson Clair officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Mr. Coffell died Saturday, Dec. 18, following an illness of seven years.

   A life-long resident of Gladwin County, he was born here May 19, 1903 the son of Ruben and Emma Coffell. Mr. Coffell and the former Miss Lois Demaray were married in Gladwin April 22, 1925. Before his illness he was a water well-driller.

   Surviving are his wife, Lois; a daughter, Mrs. Kenneth (Marlene) Anderson of Gladwin; a sister, Mrs. Adelene Kuebler of Higgins Lake; a brother, Merle of Gladwin; and four grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 12-22/1965 Column - 5 Page – 1

MERLE COFFELL (12 OCT 1911 - 27 JULY 1974)

Merle L. Coffell, 62, of 4320 W. Eagleson Rd., Gladwin, died suddenly Saturday, July 27, at Gladwin Area Hospital following a heart attack. Born October 12, 1911, in Sherman Township, he was lifetime resident of Gladwin County, and a veteran of World War II. Mr. Coffell and the former Mary Knapp were married April 8, 1950, in Romney, W. Va. He was employed as a press-operator for Brunswick Corporation.

   Surviving are his wife, Mary; and a sister, Mrs. Adeline Kuebler of Higgins Lake. Services were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel, with the Rev. Carl Briggs officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-31/1974 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

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GEORGE E. COLE (ABT. 16 APRIL 1859 - 15 MARCH 1874) Aged 14 years, 10 months & 27 days, Son of W.H. & E.A. Cole


VERNICIA L. (BELLINGER) COLLINS (26 MAR 1866 – 5 MAR 1926)

VERNICIA L. COLLINS

Vernicia L. Collins was born in Forestport, Oneida county, New York, March 23, 1866 and departed this life Friday, March 5, 1926, aged 59 years, 11 months and 10 days at University hospital, Ann Arbor, Michigan, being confined to her bed two weeks with bronchial pneumonia.

She came to Saginaw, Mich. with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Bellinger, when she was four years old and the following year came to Gladwin and settled on a farm in Gladwin township where she lived until July 1892 when she and her brother George went to California. After spending eight years there she returned and made her home with her parents. She was married Dec. 26, 1905 to Ernest Collins. They took up their residence in Superior, Wisconsin, and remained their until the spring of 1918 when they returned to be with her mother where they resided until her last illness. To this union was born one daughter who died in infancy. She was an active member of the Methodist Episcopal church.

She leaves to mourn besides her husband and mother, Mrs. Alice Bellinger, three brothers, Roscoe and Melvin of Gladwin and George of Richfield, California, three sisters, Mrs. Gilbert Koontz of Bay City, Mrs. John Foran of Detroit and Mrs. Norman Wagar of Gladwin, and a large circle of friends.

The funeral was heldMonday from the Wagarville M. E. church, Rev. Peck officiating and interment took place at the Ridge cemetery. Loren Leon and John Wagar, Elmer Koontz and Right and Ron Bellinger nephews of the deceased, acted as pallbearers. The M. E. choir from Gladwin consisting of John E. Capling, Mrs W. A. Hopson, Miss Dolores Van Valkenburg, Mr. and Mrs. Ervin Clendening and Miss Artha Post organist furnished the music.


AVIS (OGG) CONDRA (1924 - 2003) s/w Rube L.


REUBEN LEVI CONDRA (6 NOV 1911 – 21 MAR 1994) s/w Avis

RUBE CONDRA

Rube L. Condra, 82, of Gladwin, died Monday, March 21, 1994, in St. Joseph's Hospital, Ann Arbor. He was born in Harrisburg, Ark., Nov. 6, 1911, and moved to GladwinCounty in 1977. He was a retired welder. Mr. Condra and the former Avis Ogg were married Oct. 23, 1971, in Las Vegas, Nev. Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 daughters, Stella Peterson of Thousand Oaks, Calif. and Derenda Sansoucie of Brandon, Mo.; 2 half-sisters, Sybil Ballard of Truman, Ark. andMattie Rush of Hemet, Calif; 9 grandchildrn and 5 great grandchildren.

Rites were held Thursday at 11:30 a.m. from the Sisson Funeral Home. The Rev.Donald Roberts officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery.


LUCILLE M. CINDY (COWPER) COOKENMASTER (2 FEB 1937 – 16 DEC 1994) s/w Richard

LUCILLE M. (CINDY) COOKENMASTER

Lucille M. (Cindy) Cookenmaster, 57, of Gladwin, died Friday, Dec. 16, 1994 at Bonita Springs, Fla. following a short Illness.  Born Feb. 2, 1937 in Port Huron, she resided in Gladwin the past 7 years after moving from Midland. Mrs. Cookenmaster was a switchboard operator from 1973 to 1989 at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center - Midland. Prior to that, she owned and operated Midland Answering Service. She was a member of the Secord Lake Eagles Aerie 4121 and enjoyed bingo, reading and baseball. The former Lucille Cowper married Richard Cookenmaster in June 1956.

Besides her husband, she is survived by 2 sons, Mark and wife Sandy of Kawkawlin and Greg and wife Kimmy of Midland; 2 daughters, Jill and husband Mike Lincoln of Midland, and Kelly and husband Jack Moravek of Orlando. Fla.; her mother, Bernice Boychuck of Rochester, 2 sisters, Beverly Goodwin of Croswell, and Joann Bellar of Warren; and 12 grandchildren.

Services will be held today (Wednesday) at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin chapel with the Rev. Deane Wyllys officiating. Burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. The Eagles Aerie 4121 held a memorial service Tuesday evening at the funeral home. Gladwin County Record dated 12-21/1994 Column – 3 Page – 6.


RICHARD COOKENMASTER (1932 - ?) s/w Cindy

JERRY D. COONS (30 OCT 1931 – 22 DEC 2004)

Jerry D. Coons, 73, passed away Dec. 22, 2004 at the Mid Michigan Medical Center of Midland. Jerry was born Oct. 30, 1931 in Akron, Michigan to the late Oscar and Hazel Coons. He married the former Shirley Brownell on April 8, 1977 in Bay City. He was employed by the United States Postal Service and worked in Bay City as a letter carrier. He lived in Gladwin for the past 18 years.

Jerry is survived by one son, Mark Coons of Bay City; three step sons, Clarence Strait of Frederick, Dewey Strait of Arizona, and Harvey Strait of Midland; two daughters, Linda Coons of Bay City and Hazel Coons of Gladwin; one step daughter, Connie Sleeper of Gladwin; ten grandchildren and two Great grandchildren. He was preceded by one son, Kevin Coons.

Services were held on Monday, Dec. 27, 2004 at the Sisson Funeral Home with Rev. Don Roberts officiating. Burial was made in Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. The Sisson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 12/29/2004.

 

EVA M. COY (1908 - 1982)


LAWRENCE L. COY (? - ?)


VIRGIL L. COY (1912 - 1995)

MARY EMOJENE CRAIG (24 JAN 1916 - 12 AUG 2000)

Mary E. Craig, 84, of Gladwin, died Saturday, Aug. 12, 2000 at home in Sage Township, following a short illness. Born Jan. 24, 1916 in Sheridan, she lived in Gladwin County since 1976 and previously lived in Dearborn. She was an employment counselor for the State of Michigan, Midland unemployment office, retiring in 1983. She was a member of the Gladwin Eagles Club, Aerie 3292, VFW Auxiliary, Post 11256 Gladwin.
Surviving are three sons, Gary and wife Ann of Chugiak, Ark., Donn and wife Laura of Battle Creek, and Douglas of Clinton Township; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, and one sister.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. tomorrow (Thursday) at Christ the King Lutheran Church with Pastor David Sprang officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Hall Funeral Home Gladwin was in charge of the arrangements.


ALMEDA MARY (BABCOCK) CRAIG (1876 – 18 JUNE 1944)

Mrs. Almeda Craig Funeral services were held at the Reigle Funeral Home in Gladwin Sunday for Mrs. Almeda Mary Craig, 67, who died at her home in Grand Blanc on Thursday, June 18. The Rev. L. D. Richmond officiated and burial was in Ridge cemetery.

Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Louise Paris, of Quebec, Canada, and Mrs. Joseph Brown, of Virginia; a son, James Brady, of Ontario; a brother, Charles Babcock, of Fenton; and several nieces and nephews. Gladwin County Record dated 6-21/1944 Column – 1 Page – 1.

ERNIE M. CRAMER (1942 - ?) s/w Sally J.


SALLY J. (MILLER) CRAMER (13 APR 1937 – 2 DEC 1997) s/w Ernie M.

SALLY J.

CRAMER

 

Sally J. Cramer, 60, of Gladwin and formerly of Saginaw, died Tuesday, Dec. 2, 1997 at Tolfree Hospital in West Branch. Born April 13,1937 in Saginaw, she was the daughter of Donald and Genevieve (Brown) Miller. Sally married Ernie Cramer, July 9, 1977 in Saginaw. They operated foster care homes in Saginaw and also owned and operated Sally's Lounge in Saginaw until 1989. She was a businesswoman in Saginaw for many years.

 

Besides her husband she is survived by three sons, Rudy Pilar Jr. and wife Olga, Anthony and wife Tracy Pilar, all of Saginaw, and Chad Pilar of Oklahoma; one daughter, Jennifer Pilar of Luzerne; three brothers, Donald and wife Michelle Miller, Frank and wife Bonnie Miller, and David Miller; eight grandchildren, Stacy, Rudy III, Tabatha, Anthony Jr., Jacob, Brian, Matthew, and Chad Jr.; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rudy Pilar Sr. and one brother, Chester Miller.

 

Services were held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Snow Funeral Home in Saginaw with Sister Honora Remes, D.C. officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the American Heart Association. Gladwin County Record dated 12-10/1997 Column - 5 Page - 2.


FLORENCE ETHEL (ALLEN) CRIPPS (28 JAN 1893 – 18 OCT 1932) Mother

MRS. HERBERT CRIPPS

Mrs. Herbert Cripps died Tuesday morning at Mercy hospital, Bay City, after an illness of a few weeks. The body was brought to Gladwin Tuesday afternoon. Services will be held at the Free Methodist church this afternoon at two. Gladwin County Record dated 10-20/1932 Column – 3 Page – 1.

MRS. HERBERT S. CRIPPS

Mrs. Herbert Cripps died Oct. 18, 1932 at Mercy hospital, Bay City, after an illness of two weeks. Florence Ethel Allen was born Jan. 28, 1893 in Paulding county, Ohio and came to Gladwin, Michigan with her parents at the age of nine years.

 

She was married to Herbert S. Cripps April 6, 1912. To this union were born five children, Leonard S., Letha M., Thelma M., Wendell Dale, and Vivian Jean. All of which survive her and were living at home at the time of her death.

 

She was converted about the time of her marriage and soon united with the Free Methodist church of which she was a member until her death. At times the trials and cares of life seemed very heavy yet before she died she gave a testimony that the battle for Heaven was triumphantly won.

 

She leaves to mourn her loss her husband and children, her father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. William Allen of Gladwin; two sisters, Mrs. William Cripps and Mrs. Wilbur Grove; five brothers, Wilbur E., Earl A., Carl A., and Melvin J., of Gladwin and Andy M. of Detroit. Besides one sister having died in infancy, besides the members of the Free Methodist church and many other friends and relatives.

 

She was a faithful wife and mother and gave her best for the care of her loved ones. She wil be greatly missed by all who knew her.

 

Services were held at the Free Methodist church Thursday, Oct. 20, at 2 p. m. conducted by Rev. D. A. Hoenshell, followed by burial at the Ridge cemetery. Her brothers acted as pall bearers. Gladwin County Record dated 10-27/1932 Column – 5 Page – 5.


HERBERT S. CRIPPS (14 FEB 1889 - 12 FEB 1968)

Herbert Cripps, 80, Mount Morris, died Monday afternoon in Hurley Hospital in Flint. He was born on February 14, 1888, in Sanilac County. Survivors include two sons, Leonard of Detroit and Wendall of Flint; three daughters, Mrs. Letha Berlinski and Mrs. Thelma Frazier, both of Flint, and Mrs. Vivian Walters of Mount Morris; three brother, Fern and William, both of Gladwin; two sisters, Mrs. Rose Ockerman and Mrs. Levina Ockerman, both of Gladwin, and sixteen grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday from the Miner Funeral Home in Gladwin, the Rev. Charles Allen officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery near Gladwin. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. today. MDN dated 2-13-1968 Page – 3.

MYRTA M. (ALLEN) CRIPPS (7 DEC 1894 – 9 AUG 1983) s/w William A.

(Midland Daily News, Aug. 9, 1983)

 

Myrta M. Cripps, 88, of Gladwin, died Monday, Aug. 8, 1983, at West Branch Geriatric Village following a long illness.

 

She was born Dec. 7, 1894, in Paulding, Ohio. She moved to Gladwin County as a chiId and attended Gladwin area schools.  She married William Cripps, March 7, 1917.  He died June 3, 1978.

She leaves her children, William Cripps, Arlene Wray, Garlen Cripps, and Ila Farrow, all of Gladwin, Don Cripps of Corunna, and Neva Vaughn of Flint; 24 grandchildren; 52 great grand-children; two great great grandchildren; and sister, Mrs. Wilbur (Mary) Groves of Beaverton.

 

Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday in Mathews Funeral Home in Gladwin, with the Rev Robert Schoaff officiating.  BuriaI will be in Ridge cemetery.  Friends may can at the funeral home anytime after 2 p.m today.

 

WENDELL D. CRIPPS (7 MAY 1922 - 11 DEC 1974)

 

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WILLIAM ALLEN CRIPPS, SR (22 OCT 1894 - 1 JUNE 1978)

 

   William A. Cripps, 86, of 6049 Round Lake Rd., Gladwin, died Thursday, June 1, in the Tolfree Memorial Hospital, West Branch. Born in Deckerville, on October 22, 1894, he came to Gladwin County in 1896. He farmed in the Hockaday area and then in Sherman Township and also worked for the Gladwin County Road Commission for several years. Mr. Cripps served in the Army in World War I from September 22, 1917 to August 4, 1919. He saw action in France and Germany. He was a member of the World War I Barracks 3421. He and the former Myrta Allen were married on March 7, 1917, in Gladwin.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 sons, William and Garlen of Gladwin and Don of Corunna: 3 daughters, Mrs. Clayton (Arlene) Wray and Ila Farrow of Gladwin and Mrs. Jack (Neva) Vaughn of Flint; one brother, Fern of Gladwin; one sister, Mrs. Rose Ockerman of Gladwin; 24 grandchildren; 33 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild.

   Services were held Saturday at 1:30 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Robert Shoaff officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-07/1978 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

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WILLIAM LLOYD CRIPPS (21 JAN 1918 - 11 DEC 2003)

 

Mr. Cripps, age 85, passed away Thursday, Dec. 11, 2003 at Mid-Michigan Regional

Medical Center-Midland. he was born in Butman Township on Jan. 21, 1918 to the late William and Myrta (Allen) Cripps. He was retired from Dow Chemical Company. He was a member of the VFW #7303, American Legion 171, Eagles #3293 and the Harrison Moose Lodge #2235. He was also a veteran of WWII.

   He is survived by one son; William R. Miller of Cady, Texas, one granddaughter; one stepson, Ron McClain of Beaverton; one brother, Don Cripps of Atlanta; two sisters, Neva Vaughn of Flint and Ila Farrow of Gladwin. He was predeceased by one brother, Garlen Cripps; one sister, Arlene Wray, and his stepson, Raymond McClain. A memorial service will be held Saturday, December 27, 2003 at 1 p.m. at the VFW Post #7303 in Gladwin. The Sisson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 12-17/2003 Column - 5 Page - 10

 

HELEN BERNICE (HAMILTON) CUMMINGS (16 SEP 1934 - 16 NOV 1998)

 

HELEN B. CUMMINGS

 

Helen B. Cummings, 64, of Gladwin, died Monday, Nov. 16, 1998 at her home. Born Sept. 16, 1934 in Covington, Ky., she was the daughter of Henry and Goldie Carr Hamilton. Helen married Robert Cummings, Aug. 10, 1962 in Harrison. He preceded her in death June 5, 1996. They came to Gladwin in 1965.

 

Surviving are her children: Robert II of Gladwin, Thomas of Clare, Michael Lee of Boyne City, Timothy of Gaylord, Mary of Gladwin, and Michael Lynn of Beaverton; one sister, Alice Tapp of Edge wood, Ky.; 21 grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two sisters and two brothers.

 

Services will be held at 1 p.m. tomorrow (Thursday) at the Sisson Funeral Home with Pastor David Stewart officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home today (Wednesday) from 2 to 9 p.m. Gladwin County Record dated 11-18/1998 Column – 1 Page – 2.

 

ROBERT D. CUMMINGS, SR (30 DEC 1933 - 5 JUNE 1996)

 

ROBERT D. CUMMINGS

 

Robert D. Cummlngs, 62, of Gladwin, died Wednesday, June 5, 1996 at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center - Midland. Born Dec. 30, 1933 In Pontiac, he worked as an electrician and resided in Gladwin County since 1965. Mr. Cummings was a veteran of the Korean War and the

Vietnam War. He was a life member of the Disabled American Veterans and the Paralyzed

Veterans. Mr. Cummlngs married the former Helen Hamilton Aug. 10, 1932 in Harrison.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by his children. Robert II of Gladwin, Thomas of Gladwin, Michael

Lee of Boyne City, Timothy of Gaylord, Mary of Gladwin, and Michael Lynn of Beaverton; one

brother, Richard Cummings of

Wisconsin, 21 grandchildren; and 1 great grandchild. He was preceded in death by a brother,

Ted Cummings.

 

Rites were held at 1 p.m. Saturday June 8 at the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin. The Rev.

Elwyn MacDonald officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Graveside services were conducted by the Gladwin County VFW Post 7303. Gladwin County Record dated 6-12/1996 Column – 2 Page – 7.

JEANNE A. CURTIS b. 14 Jun 1936, Loving wife and mother, s/w John A. “Jack”

JOHN A. "JACK" CURTIS (19 OCT 1923 - 16 APRIL 2000)

 

   John "Jack" A. Curtis, 76, of Gladwin, died Sunday, April 16, 2000 at the Detroit V.A. Hospital following a short illness. Born Oct. 19, 1923 in Gladwin, he was the son of Alwin and Cario (Wilson) Curtis. He lived in Gladwin County since 1978 and previously lived in Saginaw. John married Jeanne (Miller), March 15, 1966 in Saginaw. He was owner/operator of Curtisee Restaurant in Gladwin, retiring in 1988. He was veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Navy. John was a leader of the Cub and Boy Scout Troop #320, a member of the American Legion Post #171, and a member of Christ the King Lutheran Church.

   Besides his wife he is survived by four sons, Chris and wife Jeanette Curtis of Virginia, Jeffrey and wife Tammy of Colorado, Kevin and wife Jackie of Georgia, and Jon and wife Tracy of Gladwin; three daughters, Jackie and husband Gary Kukuk, Kim and husband Dale Secor of Missouri, and Tamara and husband Stephen Sokolonicki of St. Clair Shores; three sisters, Peggy Thomas of Sanford, Dorothy Berry of Gladwin, and Myrtle Phillips of Tennessee; 10 grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Catherine Rodden and Rosalee Roby; and one brother, Donald “Bill” Curtis.

   Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Christ the King Lutheran Church in Gladwin with Rev. David Sprang officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin Visitation will be tomorrow (Thursday) from 7 to 9 p.m. and Friday from noon until 9 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. A special service of Military Honors will be by the American Legion Post #171. Gladwin County Record dated 04-19/2000 Column - 5 Page - 2  

 

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EDWARD DASSAY (- 6 DEC 1935)

COUNTY PIONEER DIES AT REDFORD

Edward Dassay Succumbs To Illness of Three Weeks

Edward Dassay, one of Gladwin’s pioneer’s, died Friday, December 6, at the home of his daughter, at Redford. His health had been failing for two or three years. He was confined to his bed about three weeks.

He was born in Braumberg, Germany. At about two years of age he left with his parents for New York City in a sail boat. After 42 days on the ocean they landed at Quebec, Canada, instead of New York City on account of storms. The passengers were somewhat disappointed when they landed in Canada, but thought they were fortuntate to land at all.

His uncle and family, who prepared to come at the same time, were delayed by sickness. The boat in which they sailed was driven southward by storms, finally landing in Venezuela, South America.

From Quebec his parents came westward settling in Stratford, Canada. They remained there several years before coming to Traverse City, Michigan. Leaving Traverse City in a short time they moved to Detroit. They returned to Traverse City on a frail lake steamer. They left Traverse City again, moving to Saginaw; from Saginaw to Gladwin, which at that time was known as Cedar. He was a subscriber to the Gladwin Record at its beginning and a near friend of Eugene and Isaac Foster.

His father homesteaded the eighty acres which the fourth generation of his descendants are being reared at the present time. Mr. Dassay bought the homestead rights of the eighty lying west of his father, from A. J. Stevens, which he owned at the time of his death. On May 12, 1884, he was united in marriage to Martha Long. His wife and daughter Elizabeth preceded him in death. Surviving are his son, Warren, his daughter, Mrs. Bernard Hiller, and six grandchildren.

He worked on the homestead in the summers and in the lumber camps, owned by Wright & Ketcham, Tom Nester and E. C. Diffin, during the winter. He was present and took active part in many logging bees.

He loved to travel and although uneducated he made several trips to states of Washington, Oregon, Florida, California, Montana, Idaho and through several of their large cities.

The funeral services were held at the sons home Sunday at 1 p.m., Rev. Ivan E. Hodgson officiated.

Outside relatives present at the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Hiller, Redford; Mr. and Mrs. Charley Hunt, sons, George and L. V., and Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Ostrander, Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Ostrander, West Branch; and Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Edick, Clare.

Pallbearers were Gilbert Sherman, Horton McColley, Cyrus Koontz, James Greer, Henry Edick and Hiram Hall. Gladwin County Record dated 12-11/1935.

LIZZIE DASSAY (ABT. 11 MARCH 1893 - 18 MARCH 1904) Aged 11 years & 7 days


MARTHA ANN (LONG) DASSAY (5 JUNE 1864 - 28 DEC 1915)

Dassay—Martha Ann Dassay, wife of Edward Dassay, died Dec. 28, at their home at Wagarville, after several years illness. Funeral services were held at the Wagarville church followed by interment in Ridge cemetery.

Mrs. Dassay was 53 years old and had been a resident of Gladwin county some 30 years. She is survived by her husband and son, Warren Dassay. Gladwin County Record dated 1-6/1916 Column – 4 Page – 7.


NANCY (EDICK) DASSAY (19 JUNE 1888 - 24 NOV 1975) s/w Warren

Mrs Nancy Lola Dassay, 87, of 1859 Dassay Rd., Gladwin, died Monday, November 24, at Midland Hospital. Born June 19, 1888, she had been a resident of Gladwin County all of her life. The former Nancy Lola Edick was married to Warren Dassay November 4, 1913, in Bay City and he died April  17, 1961. Her parents were Thomas and Mary Logan Edick. She attended the Mt. Pleasant Normal College in 1904 and taught schools in Gladwin County for about 5 years. Mrs. Dassay was also Sunday School superintendent at Wagarville Methodist Church for many years.

   Surviving are 2 daughters, Mrs. Glen (R. Evelyn) Rice of Indianapolis, Ind., and Mrs. Joan Bright of Falmouth, Mich.; 2 sons, Warren E. Dassay of Coleman, and Luke E. Dassay, of Gladwin; 11 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Services were held November 26 at 2:00 p.m. at Mathews Funeral Home with the Rev. Carl O. Lindberg officiating and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-03/1975 Column - 6 Page – 2


WARREN DASSAY (4 MARCH 1885 - 17 APRIL 1961) s/w Nancy

SERVICES FRIDAY FOR WARREN DASSAY

   Warren Dassay, 76, of Gladwin Township, died Monday at Midland Hospital after an illness of several months. Born in Gladwin Township on March 4, 1885, he farmed there all his lifetime. On Nov. 4, 1913 he was married to the former Nancy Edick in Bay City. He was a member of the school board of Ridge School for several years.

   Survivors include his widow; two sons, Emerson, of Coleman, and Luther, of Gladwin; two daughters, Mrs. Evelyn Rice, of Indianapolis, Ind., and Mrs. Joan Bright of Santa Maria, Calif.; a sister, Mrs. Via Hiller, of Detroit; and seven grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Friday at 1 p.m. at the Miner Chapel. Rev. Henry Schmidt will officiate and burial is in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-19/1961 Column - 7 Page - 1

HAROLD VICTOR DAVID (ABT. 1910 - NOV 1913)

Harold Victor, three year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Ora David, died of paralysis of the heart following diphtheric croup at their home in Saginaw. The body was brought to Gladwin Monday by Ora David and interred in the Ridge cemetery Tuesday. Gladwin County Record dated 11-06/1913 Column - 5 Page - 1

ALICE C. (JUBAR) DAVIS (26 APRIL 1912 - 13 AUG 1986) s/w Mike G.

Alice C. Davis, 74, of 110 Knox St., Beaverton, died Wednesday, Aug. 13, in the Grayling Health Care Center after a long illness. Born in Akron April 26, 1912, she came to Gladwin County in 1971 form Montrose. The former Alice Jubar, she was married to Mike Davis Sept. 22, 1928, in Flint. Surviving besides her husband are, 8 daughters, Doris Sopko of AuGres, Gertrude Hall of Traverse City, Norma McMurphy of Mims, Fla., Arlene Kitson of Peculiar, Mo., Barbara Kitson of Swartz Creek, Janet Pollender of Corinth, Vt., Iris Henry of Blain, Minn. and Loretta Harvey of Flint; 2 brothers, Robert of Bay City and Carl of Flint; a half brother, Otis Spencer of Gladwin; 44 grandchildren and 46 great grandchildren. Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Jerry Locher officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-20/1986 Column - 3 Page - 2

DONALD F. DAVIS, JR (5 SEP 1936 – 10 APR 1997) s/w Janet C.

Donald Davis Jr., 60, of Secord Township, died Thursday, April 10, 1997 at home after a short illness. Born Sept. 5, 1936 in Upper Darby. Pa., he previously lived in Flint. Donald married the former Janet Cox, Jan. 17, 1958 in Flint.

He had been employed by General Motors in Flint, retiring in 1987 after 31 years. He was treasurer of Secord Township since 1988; past secretary of Secord Lake F.O.E. #4121 member of Gladwin-Beaverton Bowling Hall of Fame; and team member of Flint Bowling Hall of Fame.

Besides his wife he is survived by two sons, Donald K. Davis Sr. of McKinley and Douglas K. Davis Sr. of Gladwin; his mother and father-in-law, Orville and Geneva Cox of Weidman; and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Alverda Davis.

Services were held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel with Doug Jones officiating. Special services were by Secord Lake Eagles #4121 at 6 p.m. Saturday. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials in his memory to Secord Township Fire and Rescue or Secord Lake Eagles #4121. Gladwin County Record dated 4-16/1997 Column – 2 Page – 2.


JANET (COX) DAVIS (1938 - ?)b. 1938, s/w Donald F., Jr.


MIKE G. DAVIS (3 MAY 1906 – 22 JAN 1991) s/w Alice C.

MIKE DAVIS

Mike Glen Davis, 84, of Gladstone and formerly of Gladwin, died Tuesday, Jan. 22, 1991, in Biship Noa Home, Escanaba, after a long illness. Born in Clio, May 3, 1906, he was a truck driver and retired from the Genessee County Road Commission in 1969. Mr. Davis was married to the former Alice Jubar, Sept. 22, 1928, in Flint. She preceded him in death in 1985.

Surviving are 7 daughters, Loretta Harvey and Doris Sopko of Flint, Gertrude Hall of Traverse City, Barbara Kitson of Gladstone, Arlene Kitson of Peculiar, Mo., Norma McMurphy of Kentucky, Janet Pollender of Massachusetts and Iris Henry of Blane, Minn.

Rites were held Saturday at 3 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Pastor Leonard Kitson officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 1-30/1991 Column – 4 Page – 2.

VICKY KAY (MYERS) DEAN (1965 – 2 MAY 2002) Age 36

Vicky Kay Dean, 36, formerly of Beaverton passed away Thursday, May 2, 2002 in Houston, Texas. She was born on September 14, 1965 in Oscoda to Perry and Jennie (Diffin) Myers. She married Delbert Dean on June we, 1990 in Beaverton; he survives her. She was a cosmetologist.
Surviving besides her husband Delbert is a son, Christopher Lee Dean of Beaverton; her mother, Jennie Myers of Gladwin; a stepbrother, Perry Lee Myers of Cuba, MO; 2 sisters, Patricia Myers of Gladwin and Carol Dempsey of Houston, Texas. She was predeceased by her father, Perry Myers Jr. and a sister, Jacqueline D. Myers.
Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 7, 2002 at the Sisson Funeral Home with Pastor Jerry Gasche presiding with burial in Ridge Cemetery.

 

ROBERT O. DENNY (? - ?)

CATHERINE (MONROE) DEMARAY (16 MAY 1856 - 16 MAY 1924) s/w Edwin

MRS. ED DEMARAY

Mrs. Ed. Demaray died Friday at her home in Sage township. Funeral was held Tuesday afternoon. Gladwin County Record dated 5-22/1924 Column – 4 Page – 4.

DUNCAN MONROE DEMARAY (19 SEP 1884 - 18 APRIL 1947)

SAGE MAN BURIAE LAST FRIDAY

   Duncan Munroe Demaray, 62, died at his home in Sage township on Friday, April 18. Funeral services were held on Monday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at the Riley church, with the Rev. M. R. Jewell officiating. Burial was in Ridge cemetery.

   Mr. Demaray was born in Sanilac county on September 19, 1894, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Demaray. He has been a resident of Gladwin county for 56 years. Surviving are five sisters, Nettie, of Clio, Ethel, of Sage township, Beatrice, of Bentley, Susie, of Detroit, and Clara, of Elyria, Ohio. Gladwin County Record dated 04-23/1947 Column - 7 Page – 1


EDWIN DEMARAY (18 JULY 1853 - 26 APRIL 1929) s/w Catherine

Edwin Demaray died at his home in Sage township Friday afternoon, April 26, 1929, at 1:30 o'clock of a complication of diseases at the age of 76 years, 9 months and 8 days.

Mr. Demaray was born July 18, 1853 at Gladstone, Canada, being one of a family of seven of which only one brother, John Demaray, is living. At the age of 11 he came to Michigan with his parents, and located in Sanilac county. He was married to Catherine Munroe in 1883, who preceeded him in death five years. Nine children were born, two dying in infancy. The remaining children are Duncan Demaray and Mrs. Ethel Hall at home, Mrs. John Wesley of Hockaday, Mrs. Walter Irwin of Bentley, Mrs. Robert Forgie and Miss Susie Demaray of Detroit, and Mrs. Walter Delp of Elyria, Ohio

He is also survived by 11 grandchildren.

Funeral services were held at the Riley church Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. Leroy M. Whitney officiating, followed by burial at Ridge cemetery.

[Gladwin County Record 5/2/1929 - P1C5]


EFFIE DEMARAY (1885 - 1891) Daughter of J.B. & S.M. Demaray

Funeral services of a child of James Demaray of Sage, were held at the Riley schoolhouse Sunday. [Gladwin County Record - 6/5/1891]

ELLEN HANNA (FRYE) SHELL - DEMARAY (5 MAY 1895 - 8 SEP 1984) s/w  (1) Eart T. s/w  (2) Ray F.

 

Ellen H. Demaray, 89, of Cass City and formerly of Gladwin, died Saturday, Sept. 8, in the Provincial House Nursing Home, Cass City, following a long illness. Born in Newaygo County May 5, 1895, she came to Gladwin in 1907. She was a school teacher and taught in the Leatonville, Winegars and Hockaday schools until retiring in 1960. The former Ellen Frye, she was married to Earl Shell Oct. 8, 1914, in West Branch. He died Oct. 4, 1951. She then married Frank Demaray June 5, 1955 in Gladwin.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by 2 sons, Robert Shell of Brooksbille, Fla. and William Shell of Holiday, Fla.; 3 daughters, Mrs. Gilbert (Gladys) Albee of Cass City, Mrs. Edison (Lucille) Shepherd and Mrs. John (Tresa) Pangborn of Midland; 2 step-children, Jack Demaray of Seminole, Fla. and Mrs. Robert (Coralee) Roof of Houghton Lake; one brother, Harold Frye of Burt; one sister, Mrs. Edith Edick of Punta Gorda, Fla.; 15 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; and one great great grandchild.

   Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. R. E. Fogelsonger officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-12/1984 Column - 2 Page - 11

JAMES BROWER DEMARAY (12 FEB 1855 - 22 MAY 1928)

James B. Demaray of Bentley, Michigan, was born February 12, 1855, and died Tuesday, May 22, 1928, of cancer, at the Mercy hospital, Bay City, after an illness of four weeks. Mr. Demaray moved to Bentley from Gladwin where he had been a keeper of the county infirmary of six years.

   In 1880 he was united in marriage to Susan Maria Shook, who passed away 22 years ago. To this union were born four children, three of whom preceded him in death. In 1909 he was united in marriage to Mrs. Leveica Peters.

   Surviving members of the family are Mrs. Demaray, his wife, Mrs. Roy Yarrington, daughter, and grandson, Harold of Detroit; three step children, Mrs. William Eaton and O. M. Peters of Bay City, Mrs. Fred Bose of Monticello, Ind.; three brothers, John and Ed of Gladwin and Hugh of Bentley and a number of other relatives. The funeral services were held at the M. E. church, Gladwin. Interment in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-31/1928 Column - 5 Page – 4

SUSAN MARIA (SHOOK) DEMARAY (? – 3 JULY 1906)

From the Gladwin County Record --- July 5, 1906

Mrs. James Demary died at Glover Tuesday, and was brought here for burial, funeral services being held in the M. E. church today. Mrs. Demary formerly resided in this county and was highly esteemed.


GEORGE W. DENNINGS (27 MARCH 1893 - 27 FEB 1973) , s/w Lonia C.

George Dennings, 79, of 434 N. Silverleaf Street, Gladwin, died Tuesday, February 27, at the Gladwin Area Hospital. A resident of Gladwin County for 73 years, Mr. Dennings was born in Mark township, Defiance County, Ohio, March 27, 1893. He came to Gladwin County with his parents at the age of seven. He served in the U.S. Army, World War I, as a Pfc. from Sept. 4, 1917 until May 28, 1919. He was with the Army of Occupation in France, the 126th Abulance Company during his enlistment.

   Following his discharge, he returned to Gladwin and that fall married the former Lonia Leininger in West Branch on October 19, 1919. They farmed at their place on Shell Road in Gladwin Township until moving to Gladwin City in 1969.

   Survivors are his wife Lonia; two sons, Gordon Dennings of Swartz Creek, and Carl German of Warren; one sister, Mrs. Hattie Raymond of Gladwin; and four grandchildren. Services were held Friday at 1:30 p.m. at Mathews Funeral Home with the Rev. Byron Hatch officiating and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-07/1973 Column - 3 Page - 2

MI PFC US ARMY WWI


LONIA C. (LEININGER) DENNINGS (25 JUNE 1896 - 8 MARCH 1989) s/w George W.

In memory of Lonia Dennings, mother and grandmother. They say that time shall heal all sorrow, and help one to forget. But time so far has only proved how much we miss her yet. God gave us strength to fight it and courage to bear the blow. But what it meant to lose her no one will ever know. The tears we shed we can wipe away, but the ache in our hearts will always stay. —

Sadly missed by Gordon, Aurilla, Dwight and Jeffrey Dennings; Carl, Ruth, Douglas and Rodney German. Gladwin County Record dated 3-7/1990 Column – 5 Page – 11.


MARGARET S. (LARKIN) DENNY (15 JAN 1915 - 20 FEB 2003) s/w Robert O’Dell

Margaret S. Denney, age 88, of Gladwin, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2003, following a long illness. She was born on Jan. 15, 1915, in Tecumseh to the late Leonard and Ella Mae Larkin. She married Robert Denney on July 17, 1939, in Angola, Indiana; he preceded her in death on November 26, 2000. They moved here from Toledo in 1975. She was a member of the Gladwin Free Methodist Church.

She is survived by her children - two sons, Duane “Denny” (Esther) Larkin of Toledo, Ohio and Robert K. Denney of Harrison; three daughters, Janet Dunlap of Gladwin, Kay Robedeau of Gladwin, and Gerrie Jacobs of Ottawa Lake; 21 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; one brother, Stuart Larkin; and one sister, Virginia Smeltzer of Toledo, Ohio.

She was predeceased by a sister, Jean Ohaver. Funeral Services were held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 23, 2003, at the Gladwin Free Methodist Church with Rev. Phillip Hortop presiding with burial in Ridge Cemetery. The Sisson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Family request memorials to the International Child Care Ministries, P.O. Box 535002, Indianapolis, IN, 46253-5002.


ROBERT O'DELL DENNY (31 JULY 1919 - 26 NOV 2000) m. 17 Jul 1938, s/w Margaret S.

Robert O. Denney, 81, of Gladwin, died Sunday, Nov. 26, 2000 at his residence following a long illness. Born July 31, 1919 in Evanslake, he was the son of the late Jess and Loretta (Nicholson) Denney. Robert married the former Margaret Larkin in Angola, Ind. He was an electrician and worked for over 50 years for IBEW Local #8 in Toledo, Ohio. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army. He was also a member of the Gladwin Free Methodist Church.

Besides his wife he is survived by two sons, Duane Larkin (Denney) and wife Esther of New Tazewell, Tenn., and Robert of Harrison; three daughters, Janet Dunlap and Kay Robedeau, both of Gladwin and Gerrie Jacobs of Ottawa Lake; one sister, Annabell Perry of Belleville; 21 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one brother, six sisters, and one great-grandson.

Services were held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 29 at the Gladwin Free Methodist Church with Rev. Robert Marshall officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Mid-Michigan Hospice. Sisson Funeral Home, Gladwin, was in charge of the arrangements.

CAROLINE F. (BROWN) DIFFIN (ABT. 1837 - 21 MAY 1914) Aged 77 years, Wife

EPHRAIM CHARLES DIFFIN (21 DEC 1835 - 19 SEP 1910)

 

DEATH ROLL LARGE

 

EPHRAIM C. DIFFIN AND OTHER OLD RESIDENTS

 

PASS THE PORTALS TO THE GREAT BEYOND - BOY KILLED BY GUN.

 

   Ephram Charles Diffin died at his home in Gladwin township, Sept. 19, aged 75 years, of cancer of pancreas, having been in poor health for some time. Mr. Diffin was born in the state of Maine, and came to Gladwin county 40 years ago. He hald many official positions and was prominent in public affairs. Funeral services held yesterday at Ridge church, Rev. William Rumley officiating. Further mention will be made in next issue. Gladwin County Record dated 09-22/1910 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

EPHRAIM C. DIFFIN

 

WAS RESIDENT OF GLADWIN COUNTY 41 YEARS

 

WARM POLITICAL TIME

 

WITNESSED CHANGE FROM PRIMITIVE FOREST TO FINE FARMS.

 

   The death of Ephraim C. Diffin Sept. 19 removed one of the early pioneers of the county. Coming to Gladwin county in 1869, he had been a resident of the county for 41 years, and had seen the crooked, narrow log roads give place to regular highways and farms responding bountifully to the husbandman's toil where first he knew the virgin forest.

EPHRAIM C. DIFFIN

   In his early days Mr. Diffin was occupied in lumbering, and conducted large jobbing operations. During these days he became intimately acquainted with Wellington R. Burt, Major Butman, the Rusts, Arthur Hill and other men who afterwards became "pine barons." Forcible and kindly, his relations with these men were such as to create a mutual friendship. When the county was organized in 1876. Mr. Diffin was chosen its first county clerk, which position he held for two years. After this he was elected supervisor of Gladwin township, which then comprised the whole north half of the county, subsequently being elected for several terms.

   The early history of Gladwin county was a long struggle with grafters. The building of the courthouse formed a rich field. With only three supervisors the organized townships were Gladwin, Grout and Billings, two men could combine and put through any scheme. The situation reached its climax in 1879, when an organized movemetn of non residents and resident taxpayers asked for a new deal and a reasonable amount of honesty in public affairs. Gladwin township became the crucial point of the battle, and two men appeared claiming to be the supervisor from that township. The reformers were represented by Marvil Secord, and behind him fighting vigourously was Ephraim C. Diffin. Two boards of supervisors were organized, the one which finally succeeded in controlling being organized by Adam Scrafford of Grout and Mr. Secord, with S. S. Townsend as clerk.

   Vigorous methods were instituted by this board, and the Gladwin County Record, under the direction of the present senior editor, a boy who had not at that time reached his majority. To quiet the Record its office was surreptitiously entered on the night of July 2, 1879, and its type and forms pied. Much tedious labor followed, but the Record continued to be issued, while Mr. Diffin and Mr. Foster armed with guns were on guard for several nights thereafter to keep off intruders. He was the first nominee on the Republican ticket for county treasurer, but was beaten in the election by Oscar R. Dow, who resigned in 1885. Mr. Diffin was then appointed as county treasurer to succeed him, and in 1886 and 1888 was re-elected, thus holding the position five successive years.

   At the time of surrendering the office of county treasurer, it was discovered upon the settlement that he was short in his accounts. He promptly turned over his property for the satisfaction of his shortage to the county, and it was amply protected from any loss. Mr. Diffin then went upon a new piece of land, and with no capital but his industry and a heart big with courage made for himself a good farm, which he recently sold for a sufficient sum to have guaranteed him a home for his old age.

   It was always Mr. Diffin's belief that he had been wrongly dealt with by assistants in the office, and that good bookkeeping would have revealed conditions in his favor. Certain it is that no one familiar with the facts believed that he had profited in any way be having held the office. In 1886 there were elected besides Mr. Diffin as county treasurer, John McCormick as sheriff, Isaac Hanna as probate judge, W. E. Barber as prosecuting attorney, W. H. Berry as register of deeds, C. H. Pearson as circuit court commissioner and George Freeman as surveyor, all of  whom preceeded him to their final resting place.

   Mr. Diffin at one time was a member of the Gladwin city council. He was one of the liberal contributors to the building of the Gladwin M. E. church. In his prosperous days his pocketbook was always open for any worthy enterprise or individual need. Those who knew him well can have but the kindliest memories of him. Mr. Diffin was born in the state of Maine, Dec. 21, 1835. He was united in marriage with Caroline Brown, March 21, 1873, and she survives. She has been an invalid for years, and was always his first care. His last thought was for her comfort. No children were born to the union, but they reared adopted ones. One brother and two sisters reside in Maine. Mr. Diffin served as a Michigan volunteer in the Civil war, and was a pensioner. He was a life long Republican. He was a member of the G.A.R. and I.O.O.F. Gladwin County Record dated 10-06/1910 Column -3 Page -1

 

PVT CO E 1ST REG US MI LANCERS CIVIL WAR

 

EUPHEMIA (GRANT) DIFFIN (18 APR 1867 – 15 OCT 1938) s/w Robert A.

 

EUPHEMIA DIFFIN DIES SATURDAY,OCTOBER 15

Euphemia Grant Diffin was born April 18, 1967, in Taymouth township in Saginaw county, and died at her home in Gladwin township, October 15, 1938, at the age of 71 years. She was married to Robert Alexander Diffin, June 9 1885 and to this union were born five children, two sons, and three daughters. Mr. and Mrs. Diffin came to Gladwin county in 1888 and settled on their farm where they have resided for over 50 years. They have seen the country change from the green fine stage to the fine farm lands of today. Mrs. Diffin was a member of High Ridge Arbor No. 397.

Mrs. Diffin had been in poor health for the past 43 years and 18 years ago she suffered a stroke from which she never recovered.

Besides her husband, surviving her are two sons, William of Clio, Russell of Standish; three daughters, Mrs. John Koontz of Flint, Mrs. Frank Kitchen of Toledo, Ohio, and Mrs. Archie Fackler at home; one brother, Hugh Grant of Birch Run; a sister, Mrs. Frank Helm of Flint; 25 grandchildren and five great grandchildren, besides a host of relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Ivan Hodgson at the Wagarville Methodist Church, with interment at the Ridge cemetery.


FLOYD J. DIFFIN (18 JULY 1928 - 26 MAY 1994) Beloved Husband & Father

 

FLOYD J. DIFFIN

 

Floyd J. Diffin, 65, of West Branch, died Thursday, May 26, 1994 at his home.

He had lived in West Branch since 1940.

 

Survivors include his wife, Lynette of West Branch; 5 daughters, Laveta Turner of West Branch. Jennie and husband Steve Connell of Marysville, Wash., Tammy Ughtfoot of Germantown, Md., Becci and husband, Kevin Riste of Belegrade. Mont., and Mario Redlawsk of West Branch; 2 sons, Harry and wife, Wilma of Alger, and Ronald and wife, Gretchen of Comins; 4 sisters: Euphima Gasche, Josephine Boman, Mary Kline, and Jennie Meyers, all of Gladwin; 2 brothers, Russell of Gladwin, and John of Dafter; 25 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers, his twin brother Lloyd, and Alex.

 

Services were held Saturday from Steuernol and McLaren Funeral Home in West Branch. Elder Fred White officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 6-1/1994 Column – 4 Page – 2.


JACK DIFFIN (? - 1932) s/w Robert


LAVERA A. (CUDDIE) DIFFIN (15 FEB 1895 – 13 MAR 1986) s/w Russell A.

 

LAVERA DIFFIN

LaVera A. Diffin, 91, of 2853 Lake Shore Dr., Gladwin, died Thursdya, March 13, in the West Branch Geriatric Village after a long illness. Born Feb. 15, 1895, in Huron County 20 years ago from West Branch. Mrs. Diffin was a retired school teacher and a member of the Edwards Full Gospel Churc

h. The fomer LaVera Cuddie, she was married to Russell Diffin March 22, 1916. He preceded her in death Sept. 13, 1968.

Surviving are 4 daughter, Mrs. Euphemia Gasche of Norwalk, Calif., Mrs. Josephine Boman and Mrs. Jennie Myers of Gladwin and Mrs. Mary Klein of West Branch; 4 sons, Alex of California, Russell of Gladwin, Floyd of West Branch and John of Dafter; 30 grandchildren; 75 great grandchildren and 67 great great grandchildren. A son, Lloyd, preceded her in death.

Services were held Monday at 1:30 p.m. from the Edwards Full Gospel Church. Her grandchildren the Rev. Harold Klein, the Rev. Gordon Burger and the Rev. Gerald Gasche officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Steuernol Funeral Home, West Branch.


LLOYD A. DIFFIN (? - 1928)

 

MALCOMB ALEXANDER DIFFIN (10 FEB 1921 - 28 JULY 1990)

 

MALCOMB DIFFIN

 

Malcomb Alexander Diffin, 69, of 2828 Lakeshore Dr., Gladwin, died Saturday, July 28,1990, in the Saginaw V. A. Medical Facility after a short illness. Born in Gladwin, Feb. 10, 1921, he left the area and moved back 4 years ago from Seattle, Wash. Mr. Diffin served in the Army during World War II and was an automotive mechanic. He was an explorer scout leader in Seattle for many years.

 

Survivors include 2 daughters, Lavera Schumacher of Dearborn and Hilda Mullin of Las Vegas, Nev.; 3 brothers, Russell of Gladwin, Floyd of West Branch and John of Sault Ste. Marie; 4 sisters, Euphema Gasche, Josephine Boman, Mary Klein and Jennie Meyers of Gladwin; 4 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

 

A graveside service was held by the Gladwin County VFW Post 7303 at the Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 8-1/1990 Column – 2 Page – 2.


NOLA G. (REITZ) DIFFIN (1890 – 30 OCT 1975) s/w Wm. A.


ROBERT ALEXANDER DIFFIN (26 JAN 1862 – 20 MAR 1943) s/w Euphemia

 

SERVICES WEDNESDAY FOR ROBERT A. DIFFIN

Services were held Wednesday afternoon, March 24th, at the Wagarville church for Robert Diffin. Robert Alexander Diffin was born in Saginaw county January 26, 1862 and died at the Hurley hospital, Flint, Saturday afternoon, March 20th. Mr. Diffin had been in poor health for the past year and had entered the hospital the first of March.

Mr. Diffin married Euphenia Grant June 9th, 1886 and to them five children were born. After their marriage theysettled on a farm in Saginaw county and during the winter months Mr. Diffin worked as a lumberman in the woods and during the log drive in the spring. In 1887 they moved to Gladwin county and settled on a farm in Gladwin township,where he also worked as a lumberman. Mr. Diffin was a charter member of the Ancient Arbor of Gleaners and a member of the Gladwin IOOF Lodge 177.

He is survived by two sons, William of Clio and Russell of West Branch; and three daughters, Mrs. Jennie Koontz of Flint, Mrs. Frank Kitchen of Toledo and Mrs. Archie Fackler of Gladwin, 25 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, and a brother William Diffin preceded him in death in October 1938.


ROBERT G. DIFFIN (? – 23 DEC 1928) s/w Jack


RUSSELL A. DIFFIN (3 AUG 1895 – 13 SEP 1968) s/w Lavera A.

 

From the Gladwin County Record --- September 18,1968

SERVICES HELD FOR RUSSELL DIFFIN

Russell A. Diffin, 73, of Secord Township, died Friday, Sept. 13, in the Tolfree Memorial Hospital after an illness of several months. Born on Aug. 3, 1895, in Gladwin County, he operated a laundromat in West Branch for 10 years before retiring a year ago. Mr. Diffin was married to the former Lavera Cuddie.

Besides his wife, he is survived by four sons, Alex of Washington, Russell Jr. of Flint, Floyd and John of West Branch; four daughters, Mrs. Euphemia Gasche of California, Mrs. Mary Klein, West Branch, Mrs. Josephine Boman, Gladwin and Mrs. Jennie Myers of Chanute AFB., Ill.; three sisters, M

rs. Jennie Koontz, Flint, Mrs. Carrie Kitchen, Pontiac, and Mrs. Gladys Fackler, Gladwin; one brother, Will of Clio; 29 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren.

Rites were held Tuesday at 2 p.m in the Edwards Full Gospel Church. Burial was in the Ridge Cemetery.

                                                                               
WILLIAM A. DIFFIN (1 OCT 1886 – 27 FEB 1973) s/w Nola G.

 

WM. A. DIFFIN

William A. Diffin, 160 Sheldon St., Clio, 86, died Tuesday, February 27, at Kith Haven Convalescent Home, Flint. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Friday at the Chappel & Welch Funeral Home, Clio. Graveside services were held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin.

Mr. Diffin was born in Saginaw, October 1, 1886, the son of Alec and Euphemia (Grant) Diffin and had been a resident of Clio for the last 48 years going there from Gladwin. He married Nola Reitz in 1914 in Gladwin. Mr. Diffin was employed at Buick Motor Division, General Motors, for 29 years, retiring in 1954.

Surviving are his wife, Nola; five sons, Donald and Lyle, both of Flint, Paul of Burt, Grant of Deming, New Mexico and Gordon of Mt. Morris; four daughters, Mrs. John (Wilma) Lewis of Flint, Mrs. George (Esther) Wildey, Mrs. Lloyd (Ruth) Springgayand Mildred Hiltz all of Clio; 22 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; three sisters, Mrs. Jenny Koontz of Flint, Mrs. Carrie Kitchen of Pontiac and Mrs. Gladys Fackler of Gladwin.


VIRGIL EUGENE DIMOND, SR (8 MAY 1914 – 15 MAY 1976) Husband

 

GLADWIN --- Virgil E. Dimond Sr., 82, of 1452 North M-30, Gladwin, died Saturday of a heart attack while bowling in Bay City. He was born in Flint May 8, 1914. Mr. Dimond was retired from the Ternstedt Stamping Plant, part of General Motors in Flint. He had lived in Gladwin for three years, coming from Mt. Morris Township near Flint. He married Mary Parker May 29, 1971 in Gladwin.

 

Survivors include his wife; his father, Roy Dimond; two sons, Virgil Dimond Jr., of Clio and Bruce Dimond, of Flint; four daughters, Mrs. Douglas (Sandra) Nimitz, of Grand Blanc and Mrs. William (Pamela) Newland, Mrs. Clyde (Patsy) Myers and Miss Katrina Dimond, all of Flint; four step-daughters, Mrs. Gregg (Cindy) Love, of Grand Blanc, Mrs. Gary (Sue) Waskoki, of Flint and Miss Peggy Girard and Miss Connie Cirard both of Mt. Morris; one step-son, Dale Girard, of Mt. Morris; three brothers, Kenneth Dimond, of Central Lake and Albert and Ralph Dimond, both of Flint; one sister, Mrs. Frank Shearer, of Dover, Fla.; and 16 grandchildren.

 

Services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday from the Gladwin chapel of the Hall Funeral Home, with the Rev. Jerry Locher officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Friends may call any time. MDN 5-17-1976 Page – 5.

 

BERTHA M. (BABCOCK) DOAN (10 AUG 1889 - 26 AUG 1959) s/w John

ILLNESS FATAL TO MRS. BERTHA DOAN

   Mrs. Bertha Mae Doan, 70, a lifetime resident of Gladwin County, died Wednesday at the Gladwin Nursing Home following an illness of several years. The former Miss Bertha Mae Babcock was born in Gladwin County on August 10, 1889, and was married to John Doan. He preceded her in death in 1937.

   Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Arlene Jones of Grand Haven, Mrs. Doris Yunge of Flint, and Velma Doan of Lansing; three sons, Kenneth of Detroit, and Leonard and Harold, of Gladwin; two sisters, Mrs. Guy Gray of Lake Ann and Mrs. William Purdy of Flint; one brother, Hazen Babcock, of Flint; and five grandchildren.

   Funeral services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Gladwin Free Methodist Church. The Rev. E. Fogelsonger officiated and burial was in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-02/1959 Column - 4 Page – 1


CRAIG A. DOAN (1965 - ?) s/w Lonnie M.


JOHN DOAN (23 MAR 1885 – 7 AUG 1937) s/w Bertha M.

From the Gladwin County Record --- August 11, 1937

JOHN DOANE DIES AT HOSPITAL SATURDAY

Services were held from the Free Methodist church Monday afternoon at two o'clock for John Doane with Rev. C. H. Woods officiating. Burial services were at the Ridge cemetery. Born March 23, 1885, in Sanilac County, Michigan, he died August 7, 1937, at the General hospital, Bay City, after several weeks' illness. He married Bertha Babcock May 18, 1913. He
has been a member of the Free Methodist church 20 years. One daughter Ruth has already died.  He is survived by his wife, three sons and three daughters, Leonard, Harold, Kenneth, Doris, Velma and Arlene and three brothers, William Doan of Midland, Hermon of L'anse and Joseph of Gladwin.

LONNIE MARIE (FRIES) DOAN (19 APR 1946 – 9 SEP 1991) s/w Allen.

LONNIE DOAN

Mrs. Lonnie M. Doan, 45, of 2942 Youngs Rd., Gladwin, died Monday, Sept. 9, 1991, in the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Gladwin, after a long illness. Born in Gladwin, April 19, 1946, she had spent her lifetime here. The former Lonnie Fries, she was married to Allen Doan, Dec. 2, 1966, in Clare County. He preceded her in death April 9, 1969.

Surviving are one son, Craig of Gladwin; one daughter, Angie of Gladwin; her mother, Mrs. Margaret Fries of Gladwin; and one brother, Gene Fries of Harrison. She was preceded in death by her father, Leonard.

Services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. George Coon will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Gladwin County Hospice or the American Cancer Society. Gladwin County Record dated 9-11/1991 Column – 4 Page – 2.

RUTH ELIZABETH DOAN (03 NOV 1927 - 05 FEB 1928)

Ruth Elizabeth, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Doan, was born Nov. 3, 1927, and departed this life Feb. 5, 1928, at her home in Gladwin township. She was a very bright intelligent baby and during her short life here was loved by all who knew her and will be sadly missed in her home. She leaves to mourn her loss her parents, three sisters, and two brothers, her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. O. H. Babcock, and a host of other relatives and friends. Ruth was enrolled on the Cradle Roll of the Free Methodist Sunday school. Funeral services were held at the home at 10 a.m., conducted by Rev. G. V. Dean, with burial in Ridge cemetery. And now our darling has left us, She has gone to a happier home: Left this world of sin and sorrow, To dwell with God at home. Gladwin County Record dated 02-23/1928 Column - 5 Page - 4

ERNEST DOMBROSKE (2 APR 1844 – 1 FEB 1921) s/w Ernestine

ERNEST DOMBROSKE

Ernest Dombroske was born April 2, 1844, at Kreis Prenslou, Germany, and died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Edward C. Elwell in Detroit, Feb. 1, 1921, aged 76 years, 9 months and 29 days. Mr. Dombroske came to this country at age of 21 years and made his home with his uncle in Pennsylvania for about two years, then going to Illinois. He was married to Tena Miller in 1879, to which union were born ten children of whom four have preceded their father to the grave. Also Mrs. Dombroske died at their home in Gladwin Jan. 8, 1920.

Mr. and Mrs. Dombroske came to Gladwin county from Illinois in 1905 and settled on a farm in Gladwin township where they resided with their family until 1912 when they moved to Gladwin city, residing here until Mrs. Dromboske's death one year ago.

Mr. Dromboske leaves to mourn, five sons and one daughter, Ernest F. of Gladwin township, Mrs. Jessie  Elwell, Charles, Chris W., George and Fred H., all of Detroit, besides friends and relatives.

Mr. and Mrs. Dombroske joined the German Baptist church in early life and remained consistent and faithful members till the end.

The remains were brought to Gladwin Thursday noon and services were rendered at one o'clock from the M. E. church of Gladwin by Rev. E. T. Smith. Interment at Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 2-3/1921 Column – 4 Page – 5.


ERNESTINE (MILLER) DOMBROSKE (4 MAY 1861 – 8 DEC 1919) s/w Ernest

MRS. ERNEST DOMBROSKE

Ernestina Dombroske, wife of Ernest Dombroske, was born May 4, 1861, in Shanow, Germany, and died at her home in Gladwin, Dec. 8, 1919, aged 58 years, 7 months and four days. Mrs. Dombroske came to this country in 1881. After spending some time in Wisconsin she went to Illinois, where she was married to Ernest Dombroske in 1883.

To this union were born 10 children of whom seven are left with the husband to mourn the loss of a faithful wife and a kind mother as follows: Ernest F. of Gladwin county, Mrs. Tena Vannatter, Mrs. Jessie Elwell, Charles O., Chris. W, George and Fred H., all of Detroit, Mich.

Mr. and Mrs. Dombroske with their family came to Michigan in 1904, settling in Butman township where they lived until seven years ago when they came to Gladwin where they have since made their home.

Mrs. Dombroske's life was one of usefulness and those with whom she came in contact always felt  they had met a friend and will miss, her in the days that are to come.

Funeral services were held at the home Thursday morning at 10 o'clock and conductd by Rev. Brown with interment in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-11/1919 Column – 3 Page – 4.


MAX M. DOMBROSKE (1892 – 22 JUNE 1910) Son of E. & T. Dombroske

Max, 17-year-old son of Ernest Dombreske of Hockaday, is seriously ill with St. Vitus dance, following an attack of rheumatism. Gladwin County Record dated 6-23/1910 Column – 4 Page – 5.

CARD OF THANKS.

To the many friends who so kindly assisted us during the sickness and death of our son Max we tender our sincere thanks.

Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Dombroske.

Gladwin County Record dated 6-30/1910 Column – 2 Page – 4.


AMELIA M. (BIRKHOLZ) DONN (28 FEB 1890 – 23 OCT 1961) s/w Ernest F.

GLADWIN --- Mrs. Amelia Donn, 71, of Gladwin died at her home Monday night following several weeks illness. Mrs. Donn was born Feb. 28, 1890 in Peroria, Ill. She had lived in Gladwin County since she was a child. Mrs. Donn was married to Ernest Donn in 1950. She was a member of the Butman Mennonite Church and the Society of Christian Service and of the Assembly of God Missionary Society.

Mrs. Donn is survived by six sons, Ervin, Walter and John, all of Lansing; Rowland, of Gladwin; Bernard of Jackson and Chester of Onaway; two daughters, Mrs. Vera Koontz, of Gladwin and Mrs. Dorothy Foster, of Detroit; four brothers, John Birkholz, of Gladwin; Albert, of Baileyville, Ill., William of Lansing and Henry, of Dallas, Tex.; two sisters, Mrs. Martha Rohloff, of Host and Miss Bertha Birkholz, of Lansing.

Funeral service for Mrs. Donn will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday from the Miner Chapel in Gladiwn, the Rev. Thurlan Meredith of the Wagarville Methodist Church officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery, near Gladwin. MDN dated 10-24-1961 Page -15.


DONNA L. DONN (1917 - ?) m. 4 Apr 1936, s/w Rowland W.


ERNEST F. DONN (6 SEP 1884 – 13 DEC 1950) s/w Amelia M.

Services Held Here Friday Ernest Donn, 66, passed away on Wednesday, December 13, while visiting at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Dorothy Foster, in Dearborn. Funeral services were held on Saturday afternoon from the Reigle Funeral Home with the Rev. Wesley Wibley of the Assembly of God officiating. Burial was made in the Ridge cemetery.

Mr. Donn was born in Peoria county, Illinois, on September 6, 1884, the son of Ernest and Ernestine Donn. He was married to Miss Amelia Birkholz, in Gladwin, on September 19, 1911, and has been a resident of Gladwin 46 years.

Surviving are his wife, Amelia; six sons, Ervin, Walter and John, of Lansing, Rowland of Gladwin, Bernard of Jackson and Chester of Flint; two daughters, Mrs. Vera Koontz of Gladwin and Mrs. Dorothy Foster of Dearborn; three brothers, Charlie of Royal Oak, Fred and George, of Detroit; one sister, Mrs. Jessie Elwell, of Royal Oak; also 13 grandchildren.

Pallbearers were Henry and William Harmon, Henry Will, Alvie Hooker, Doliver Block and Rudolph Yerke. Gladwin County Record dated 12-20/1950 Column – 6 Page – 1.


ROWLAND W. DONN (16 FEB 1914 – 11 APR 1998) s/w Donna L.

ROWLAND W. DONN

Rowland W. Donn, 84, of Gladwin, died Saturday, April 11, 1998 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Gladwin. Born Feb. 16,1914 in Gladwin County, he was the son of Ernest and Amelia Birkholz Donn. Rowland married the former Donna Koontz, April 4, 1936 in Jackson. They lived in Lansing, Pontiac and came to Gladwin in 1938.

He worked as a farmer and for Fekete Oil Company. He loved to raise and sell horses for pulling, rodeos, etc. Rowland also loved to hunt and was a member of the Farm Bureau and the Assembly of God Church.

Besides his wife he is survived by two sons, Gordon, and Doyle and wife Karen, all of Gladwin; one daughter, Bonnie and husband Bob Pretzlaff, of Gladwin; three brothers, Walter and wife Deloris of Florida; John and wife Ethel of Lansing, arid Chester of Tennessee; two sisters, Vera and husband Floyd Koontz, and Dorothy and husband Charlie Foster, all of Gladwin; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Ervin and Bernard.

Services will be held at, 11 a.m. today (Wednesday) at the Sisson Funeral Home, Gladwin with Rev. Donald Potter officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Assembly of God Church. Gladwin County Record dated 4-15/1998 Column – 4 Page – 2.


ARTHUR RALPH DOUVIELLE (24 AUG 1920 – 28 JAN 1994) s/w Phyllis L.

Arthur Ralph Douvielle, 73, of Gladwin, died Friday, Jan. 28, 1994, at his home after battling cancer for several months. He was born in Biddeford, Maine, Aug. 24, 1920, and came to Gladwin County in 1986 from California. He was a retired industrial mechanic for Clark Fork Lift Co. Mr. Douvielle was a member of Masonic Lodge 785 in Hollydale, Calif. and a Shriner. Mr. Douvielle and the former Phyllis Geror were married Dec. 31, 1955, in Rochester.

Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, William Aldrich of Cadillac; one daughter, Judith Lankford of Valley Center, Kan.; 5 sisters, JoAnn Johnson of Gray, Maine, Patricia Tetreault of Hollis, Maine, Jeanette Wormell of Westbrook, Maine, Pricilla Knupp of Rochester and Louiza Jones of Turner, Maine; 13 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Neavis Lewis.

Rites were held Tuesday at 11 a.m. from the Sisson Funeral Home. The Rev. Robert Marshall officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. A Masonic service was held Monday evening by Gladwin Lodge 397. Gladwin County Record dated 2-2/1994 Column – 2 Page – 2.
PHYLLIS L. (GEROR) DOUVIELLE (1926 - ?) s/w Arthur R.


FLORENCE DUNCAN (1904 - ?) s/w Gordon L.

JANET (DENNEY) DUNLAP (3 MAR 1939 – 30 JULY 2010)

Janet (Denney) Dunlap, 71, of Gladwin, passed away after a short illness Friday, July 30, 2010 in Midland. She was born March 3, 1939 in Tecumseh, to Robert and Margaret (Larkin) Denney. She was a homemaker, living in Gladwin County for the last 34 years, previously residing in Toledo, Ohio.

She is survived by her 4 children, Cheryl (Jack) Whitman of Spring Hill, Florida, Sheila (Mike) Mitchell of Gladwin, Luetta (Vance) Vanderbush of Gladwin, and Shawn Dunlap of Midland; 7 grandchildren, Brett, Kyle, Brandon, Shealyn, Morgan, Camryn and Kelynn; sisters, Kaye Robedeau of Arizona and Gerrie Jacobs of Ohio; brothers, Duane Larkin of Tennessee and Bob Denney of Florida. She is preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Margaret Denney.

Funeral Services will be conducted on Sunday, Aug. 1, 2010, at 2 p.m. at Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home, Gladwin. Visitation will be held on Sunday, Aug. 1, 2010 from 11 a.m. until the time of service. She will be laid to rest at Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be used according to the wishes of the family. Gladwin County Record dated 8/4/2010.


KATHERINE J. DUNST (1833 - 1924)


ASAHEL B. DUTCHER (2 SEP 1848 - 12 OCT 1901) Father

DUTCHER.—Died at his residence in Gladwin township, Oct. 12, 1901, Asahel Dutcher, aged 55 years. He had been ill since July 3 from effects of a paralytic stroke. Funeral services were held at the Ridge M. E. church Tuesday conducted by Rev. J. S. DeLong. Gladwin County Record dated 10-18/1901 Column – 1 Page – 4.


IDA M. DUTCHER (13 MARCH 1883 – 31 JAN 1901) Daughter of A.B. & R.A. Dutcher

Miss Ida, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. Dutcher, of Butman, died at the College hospital, Saginaw, Jan. 31, aged 17 years, from effects of an operation for appendicitis. She had been living with her sister at Greenwood. The remains were brought here for interment, and funeral services were held Sunday at the Ridge church, Rev. J. S. DeLong officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 2-8/1901 Column – 3 Page – 9.


REBECCA A. (WOODWORTH) DUTCHER (14 JUNE 1852 - 13 SEP 1910) Mother

Rebecca Woodworth was born June 14, 1852, at Marion, Livingstone county, Mich., and departed this life at Solvay hospital, Detroit, following an operation for appendicitis Sept. 13, 1910. She had been a resident of Gladwin county 13 years.

She was married to Asahel Dutcher May 21, 1869, and to this union was born seven children, of whom two have preceded her on before, and the following remain:Ben and Rollo and Nora of Gladwin and Mrs. Cora Broch of Greenwood. She also leaves twobrothers and three sisters.

She was an affectionate mother, a member of the F. M. church, and a ideal Christian, with whom all who became acquainted learned to love. Her closing hours were marked with grace and faith.

The funeral was held in the F.M. church at Gladwin, conducted by Rev. William Rumley, assisted by Rev. C. H. Woods and Rev. A. S. Stambaugh, Text, Galatians iii-13.


ANNA DYCK (25 APRIL 1872 - 20 JULY 1944) Mother

Mrs. Anna Dyck

Mrs. Anna Dyck, 72, died at her home in Butman township this morning (Wednesday) at 1:35 a. m. Prayer services will be held at the home on Sunday at 1 p. m. followed by funeral services at 2 p. m. at the Mennonite Brethren Church. The body will be at the Reigle Funeral Home until Sunday morning. The Dycks had been residents of Gladwin county for 12 years.

Surviving are her husband, Herman P. Dyck; a son, Abe H. of Gladstone, Oregon; two daughters, Mrs. Agatha Langaman of Lemington, Ontario, Canada, and Miss Mary Dyck at home; and one sister, Mrs. H. J. Wiebe of Lemington, Ontario, Canada. Gladwin County Record dated 7-26/1944 Column – 4 Page – 1.

 

Mrs. Anna Dyck

Mrs. Anna Dyck was born April 25, 1872, in the village Rosenberg, Govrnmt Jekaterinoslaw, Russia. Her parents later moved to Molotschna Village, Morganau, where she received her education at the hand of teacher David Dirksen.

In the winter of 1892 she testifies that she was born again unto the living hope in Christ and was baptised on April 12th of the same year and became a member of the Mennonite Brethren Church at Ruecknau. On the 31st of January 1893 Mrs. Dyck was married to Peter Reimer. Their two children preceded their mother in death in their early childhood.

For several years they lived in the Maltschner Colony and in 1910 they moved to a place near Omsk in Siberia. Soon after they arrived there Mr. Reimer passed away and Mrs. Reimer for a time made her home with her married sister, Mrs. H. Wiebe.

On October 16th, 1911, she was married to Rev. H. Dyck. She joyfully took up the care of five minor children to whom she became a most loving and devoted mother. The oldest son, Peter, was 14 years and the youngest, Mary, was 4.

In 1916 their son Peter died in Moscow. During the days of the Revolution in 1917 they again had to move, this time to the Molotschna Colony in the Village of Guadental. Here they remained until 1922 when they undertook to move to America in a long roundabout journey that took them more than a year and a half. They arrived at the port of New York on October 7th, 1923.

Our mother took sick and was ailing very seriously all through the winter of 1943 but the following month of May brought on her complete breakdown and since that day needed and received the loving and best possible care of her loved ones. She would like to have lived but was sincerely surrendered to the Lord's will, saying: "The Lord knows best."

After all these many days of suffering last Tuesday, July 26th a decided change came over her. She realized that the end was very near. But because of the intense suffering she made a request for the doctor. What the hand of man could do was done, but could not change the fact that death was near. Her suffering grew less and very quietly she breathed her last, on Wednesday July 27th about 1:35 a. m.

The passing of Mrs. Anna Dyck is deeply mourned by her family and husband, Rev H. Dyck, two daughters, Mrs. P. Langeman of Leamington, Ontario, Canada, Miss Mary Dyck at home, A. Dyck of Gladstone, Oregon, and seven grandchildren; also one sister, Mrs. H. J. Wiebe of Leamington, Canada, besides very many other relatives and friends.

The memorial services were in charge of Rev. Thomas Stoeri of the Round Lake Baptist Church who also brought the memorial message. Short addresses were also given by Rev. J. Kroeker, now of Leamington, Canada, and Rev. Richmond of the Butman and Hockaday F. M. churches. Burial was in the Ridge cemetery. Pallbearers were A. Fleming, E. Dombroske, R. Yerke, Henry A. Will, J. Krocker and G. Yerke. Gladwin County Record dated 8-9/1944 Column – 6 Page – 5.

E'S

CORNELIUS EAMES (1832 - 17 AUG 1910)

 

AGED 78 ANSWERS DEATH'S SUMMONS AT HOME OF EDGAR EDICK

Cornelius Eames died Aug. 17, 1910, at the home of Edgar Edick, Gladwin township, aged 78 years, 2 months and 1 day, of Bright's disease. He came to the county from Ohio five months ago to visit relatives. His wife died 15 years ago, and one son is dead. One son, E. J. Eames of Chagrin Falls, Ohio, and one daughter, Mrs. Davenport of Detroit, survive. Mr. Eames was a soldier in the Civil war, serving in Co. L, second regiment, Ohio heavy artillery, and a member of the G.A.R. He was an uncle of Edgar and Amos Edick. Funeral services were held at the Ridge M. E. church; conducted by Rev. G. B. Day. Interment in Gladwin township cemetery. Source: Gladwin County Record dated 08-25/1910 Column - 3 Page - 1

INFANT EDDY (? – 5 JUNE 1977) Baby Girl

Baby Girl Eddy

A baby girl, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Eddy, of 3823 Eagleson Rd., Gladwin, was stillborn Sunday, June 5, at Central Michigan Community Hospital, Mt. Pleasant.

Surviving are her parents, Dennis and Colleen Eddy; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs.

Charles Eddy, Mrs. Dorothy Sturgeon, and Horace Stickney Jr., all of Gladwin; and great grandmother, Mrs. Ada Stickney of Gladwin.

Services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home - Gladwin Chapel with the Rev. W. J. Gesell officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 6-8/1977 Column – 5 Page – 2.


AMOS DELMAN EDICK (17 AUG 1852 - 25 JAN 1916)

MANY YEARS A RESIDENT OF GLADWIN TOWNSHIP, IS DEAD.

   Amos D. Edick died at his home in Gladwin township of cerebral hemorrhage Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock. He had been in poor health for several years and a few weeks since had suffered a paralytical stroke from which he had not recovered. Services were held at the Ridge church Wednesday morning, at 11 o'clock. Interment in Ridge cemetery.

   Mr. Edick was born in Ohio August 17, 1852, and was aged 63 years, 5 months and 8 days. He is survived by his wife, a daughter, Mrs. James Greer of Gladwin township, and one son, Grover Edick. Gladwin County Record dated 01-27/1916 Column - 4 Page – 1


CHARLOTTE M. EDICK (1848 – 12 OCT 1902) Mother

Mrs. Charles Edick, aged 54, of Gladwin township, died October 12, of long standing illness, and was buried October 14, in Gladwin cemetery. Rev. I. C. Smallwood had charge of the funeral services. She was the widow of the late Henry Edick.  Gladwin County Record dated 10-17/1902 Column – 3 Page – 1.


EDITH (FYRE) EDICK (30 SEP 1904 – 31 DEC 1991) Wife of Grover C.

Had a call Monday telling me Edith Edick died Dec. 31, Our sympathy to her family. Gladwin County Record dated 1-15/1992 Column – 4 Page – 9.


ETHEL O. (VAN ALSTINE) EDICK (10 JAN 1878 - 28 OCT 1971)

Mrs. Ethel O. Edick, 93, of Gladwin Township, died Thursday, October 28, in Bay City. Born in Sandusky, January 10, 1878, she came to Gladwin County with her parents as a child. The daughter of John and Hattie Babcock VanAlstine, she was married to Henry Edick in Gladwin in 1894, and he died in July of 1958. They farmed in Gladwin Township all their married lives. Mrs. Edick was a member of the Gladwin Free Methodist Church.

Surviving are five sons, Clair, Everett, and Victor, all of Gladwin, Rex of Midland, and Melvin of Delano, Calif.; a daughter, Mrs. Winifred Jadle of Fullerton, Calif.; one sister, Mrs. George Weir of Gladwin; 17 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, and 5 great great grandchildren. Services were held Monday at the Mathews Chapel at 1:00 p.m. with the Rev. C.E. Howe officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin Township. Gladwin County Record dated 11-03/1971 Column - 5 Page – 2


GEORGE EDICK (21 NOV 1821 - 6 MARCH 1897) Father Edick, Grover S.,

We regret to report the death of George Edick, which occured Saturday evening, March 6. Mr. Edick was born in New York state in 1821, being 75 years, 3 months, 13 days old at the time of his death. He moved from New York to Ohio in 1833, and from there came to Gladwin in 1879. The funeral was held in the Ridge M. E. church at one o'clock Tuesday afternoon, services being conducted by Rev. Mr. Smallwood, The remains were interred in the Gladwin township cemetery. Mr. Edick leaves a widow and seven children to mourn his loss; also a large circle of friends. Gladwin County Record dated 03-12/1897 Column - 2 Page – 8


HARRY NELSON EDICK (1876 – 27 APR 1943)


HENRY M. EDICK (23 OCT 1875 - 21 JULY 1958)

SHORT ILLNESS FATAL TO HENRY EDICK

   Henry M. Edick, 82, of Gladwin Township, died Monday at his home after a short illness. He was born in Ohio on Oct. 23, 1875, and had been a resident of Gladwin county for the past 80 years, Mr. Edick had retired from farming. On June 30, 1895, he was married to the former Miss Ethel Van Alstine in Gladwin county. Survivors include his wife, Ethel; five sons, Claire and Victor of Gladwin, Everett of Flint, Melving of California and Rex of Traverse City; a daughter, Mrs. Winifred Jadel, of California; a brother, Albert, of Flint; three sisters, Mrs. Nancy Dassay, Mrs. Verna Groat, and Mrs. Leona Yeager, all of Gladwin; 16 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

   Funeral services were held today (Wednesday) at 2:30 o'clock at the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Henry Schmidt officiated and burial was in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-23/1958 Column - 7 Page – 1

KEITH EDICK (? – ?)

KENNETH LEE EDICK (1937 - 1937)

LANA (FISER) EDICK (24 JAN 1944 – 09 MAR 2007)

Lana Edick, 63, passed away March 9, 2007 at her home in Gladwin surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was born Jan. 24, 1944 to Basil and Geraldine (Fiser) Sheets in Gladwin.

In addition to being a homemaker, Lana was very active in the Gladwin community. She was a member of the Wagarville United Methodist Church and Women’s group, and was currently serving as the currently serving as Gladwin Township Supervisor, beginning her term in 2005. Lana was also past chairman of the Republican Party, even being honored as Republican of the Year. She was treasurer of the Gladwin County Soil Conservation district from 1999-2007, a member of the Gladwin County Farm Bureau and also served on the committee for Farmer’s Appreciation Day.

Lana married Keith Edick Oct. 8, 1960 in Gladwin. He survives her.

Also surviving are her children, Brian Edick and Mary Schneider of Gladwin, Corrie and Randy Lambert of Traverse City, Julie and Steve Cameron of Gladwin, Tami and Todd Lake of Gladwin, Kristie and Brian Simrau of Gladwin, Ronda and Brian Gorski of Gladwin, and Kevin and Carrie Edick of Gladwin; 13 grandchildren; mother-in-law, Vivian Edick of Gladwin; sisters LaNeel and Wayne Vannest of Midland, and Myrna and Claude Moore of Franklin, North Carolina; and several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her parents and a brother, Randall Sheets.

Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, March 14 at First United Methodist Church of Gladwin with Pastor Linda Jo Powers and Rev. Donald Haskell officiating. Burial will follow in Ridge Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Wagarville United Methodist Church.

LODA EDICK (28 JULY 1873 - 17 NOV 1886) Daughter of Thomas G. & Mary Edick

EDICK---Loda, eldest daughter of Thos. G. and Mary Edick, of typho-malarial fever, Wednesday night, Nov. 17 aged 13 years, 3 months and 20 days. Funeral services at the Presbyterian church in Gladwin today at 12 m., Rev. S. C. Tiney officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 11-19/1886 Column - 5 Page – 5


LYLE EDICK (ABT. 29 MARCH 1902 - 29 SEP 1906) {???}

 

   EMRICK---A son of George Emrick of Gladwin township died Saturday morning, aged 4 years and 6 months. Funeral services were held in the Methodist Episcopal church, Tuesday at 11 a.m., conducted by Rev. F. M. Clough. Gladwin County Record dated 10-04/1906 Column - 4 Page – 5


MARY (LOGAN) EDICK (10 APRIL 1856 - 21 JULY 1941) s/w Thomas G.

SERVICES HELD TODAY FOR MRS. THOMAS EDICK

   Services were held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. at the Free Methodist Church for Mrs. Thomas G. Edick, who died at her home on State street Monday, July 21. Mary Logan Edick was born in Chargin Falls, Ohio, April 10, 1856. She was married to Thomas G. Edick January 13, 1873 and to them were born ten children. Three children preceded their mother in death. Mr. Edick, died August 30, 1924. Mr. and Mrs. Edick came to Gladwin county in 1877 and settled in Gladwin township. Gladwin was all virgin pine at that time and they had to clear the land and build a home. They moved to their home on State street in Gladwin in 1915.

   Surviving her are three sons and four daughters, Henry and Roy of Gladwin, Albert of Flint, Mrs. Arthur Yeager of Skeels, Mrs. Warren Dassay of Gladwin, Stella Edick at home and Mrs. Harry Groat of Rhodes, twenty-eight grand-children twenty-four great-grand-children, besides other relatives and friends. Rev. Charles Woods of Saginaw assisted by Rev. H. R. Fidler, conducted the services with burial in the Ridge cemetery.

No rarer gem on earth was born, So sweet of face, so frail of form, The many days she faced the storms, We know not how her heart was torn, But we know her smile was heaven born. And mother now we know you've gone, To a happier place and a lasting home, Tho' we grieve  for our loss in the coming years, You now are safe from this vale of tears. So farewell Mother dear, your work here is done, Accept your reward, in Heaven your home. Gladwin County Record dated 07-23/1941 Column - 1 Page – 5


ROSE ADELE (WAGAR) EDICK (20 JULY 1881 - 10 AUG 1940) s/w Roy E. Edick & James N. & Ada A. Wagar

MRS. ROY EDICK DIES AFTER LONG ILLNESS

   Mrs. Rose Adele Edick died at her home here Saturday after an illness of many weeks. Mrs. Edick was born July 20, 1881 in Tamworth, Ontario, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Wagar and was the oldest in the family of three. In 1889 she moved with her parents to Gladwin county. On January 20, 1903, she was married to Roy Edick.

   Surviving Mrs. Edick are her husband, Roy, two sons Leonard of Gladwin and Glenn of Rockford, Ill., three grandchildren, and two brothers Norman Wagar of Gladwin and Orlin of Edenville. Funeral services were held at 1:30 at the home and at 2 p.m. at the Methodist Church with Rev. Karl H. Keefer officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-14/1940 Column - 7 Page – 1


ROY ELMER EDICK (26 JULY 1878 - 13 JULY 1950) s/w Rose A. Edick & James N. & Ada A. Wagar

SERVICES HELD FOR ROY EDICK

   Funeral services for Roy Edick, 71, were held from the Gladwin Free Methodist church on Sunday afternoon. The Rev. Henry Schmidt officiated and burial was made in the Ridge cemetery. Mr. Edick was born in Gladwin county on July 26, 1878 and spent all of his life here. On January 20, 1902, he was married to Miss Rose Adele Wagar, who preceded him in death on August 10, 1940. Mr. Edick has been in poor health for the past eight months and died at the home of his son, Leonard, on Thursday, July 13.

   Surviving are two sons, Leonard, of Gladwin and Glen of Campbell, California; two brothers, Henry, of Gladwin and Albert of Flint; three sisters, Mrs. Warren Dassay and Mrs. Leora Yeager, both of Gladwin and Mrs. Harry Groat, of Rhodes; also four grandchildren and one great grandson. Gladwin County Record dated 07-19/1950 Column - 4 Page – 1


ROY EDICK (16 AUG 1902 - 26 SEP 1902)


SENNETH LUCINDA (SHERMAN) EDICK (12 JULY 1862 - 6 JUNE 1936)

MRS. SENNETH S. EDICK EARLY PIONEER DIES

   Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon, June 9, at 2:30 at the Gladwin Free Methodist church for Mrs. Senneth Sherman Edick, conducted by Rev. Charles H. Woods. Burial services were at the Ridge cemetery. Mrs. Senneth Sherman Edick was born in Yarker, Canada, July 12, 1862, and died June 6, 1936, at the age of 73 years, 10 months and 24 days. At the age of ten, she cam with her parents and brother, Gilbert Sherman to Michigan, settling on a farm in Gladwin township.

   She married Amos D. Edick December 27, 1877. Two children were born, a daughter, Mrs. Eva Greer, of Gladwin township, and a son, Grover, of Gladwin. For several years after their marriage Mr. and Mrs. Edick lived on farms in Gladwin township, then moved to McClure, where Mr. Edick died in 1916. Three years later Mrs. Edick moved to Gladwin, where she made her home on Silver Leaf street.

   She leaves to mourn: Mr. and Mrs. Grover Edick, Mr. and Mrs. James Greer, Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Sherman, six grandchildren, four nephews, one niece and many other relatives and friends. Gladwin County Record dated 06-10/1936 Column - 5 Page – 5


STELLA EDICK (2 OCT 1890 - 9 NOV 1982)

Stella Edick, 92, of Gladwin died Tuesday, Nov. 9, in the Gladwin Nursing Home following a long illness. Born in Gladwin County on Oct. 2, 1890, she spent her lifetime in the area. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. Rites were held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Carter Miller officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-17/1982 Column - 5 Page – 2


THOMAS GEORGE EDICK (19 FEB 1850 - 30 AUG 1924) s/w Mary

Thomas George Edick was born at Russell, in Geauga county, Ohio, Feb. 19, 1850, and died at his home in Gladwin, aug. 30, 1924, aged 74 years, 6 months and 11 days. He was united in marriage to Mary Logan in 1873, To this union were born 10 children, eight of whom survive him, Henry, Roy, Albert, Mrs. Leora Yeager, Mrs. Nancy Dassay, Stella, Mrs. Grace Murphy and Mrs. Vernia Groat; also three sisters, ___ Mrs. John Weir of Galdwin, Mrs. Carrie Sayles of Stockbridge, and Mrs. Maggie Jacobs of Onaway; and two brothers, Harry of Gladwin and Benjamin of Lawton; besides 25 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Mr. Edick and family moved to Gladwin in 1877 where they have since lived. He was among the oldest residents of Gladwin county. He had been failing in health for some time and was taken to his bed three weeks previous to his death. For many years Mr. Edick was one of the best known residents of the "Section Eight" neighborhood in Gladwin township, where he owned a farm, upon which he reared his family. He enjoyed the confidence and respect of a large circle of friends. Gladwin County Record dated 09-11/1924 Column - 2 Page – 4


VICTOR J. EDICK (16 JAN 1917 – 20 NOV 1995) s/w Vivian E.

VICTOR J. EDICK

Victor J. Edick, 78, of Gladwin, died Monday Nov. 20. 1995 at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center following a short illness. Born Jan. 16.1917 in Gladwin, he was the Gladwin County Sheriff from 1957 to 1968 and worked in security at Dow Chemical from 1968 to 1982. Mr. Edick was also a framner and member of the Masonic Lodge in Gladwin. He married the former Vivian Wagar in 1933 in Gladwin.

Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, James and wife Judy of Gladwin, and Keith and wife Lana of Gladwin; 2 daughters. Janet and husband Pat Allen of Flint, and Connie and husband Bud Miller of Grand Blanc; one brother. Melvin and Doris Edick of California; 14 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; 2 step great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a son. Kenneth in 1937; a sister. Wyn Jadel; and 4 brothers, Clare. Everett, Rex and Lyle.

Services were held at 11 a.m. Friday from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel with the Rev. Don Haskell officiating. Burial was in the Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. A special Masonic service was held at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the donor’s favorite charity. Gladwin County Record dated 11-29/1995 Column – 1 Page – 7.


VIVIAN E. (WAGAR) EDICK (1915 - ?) s/w Victor J.


KEITH EDWIN EHLE (8 OCT 1959 - 29 JUNE 1970)

YOUNGSTER STRUCK BY CAR

   A 10-year-old Gladwin boy was killed Monday afternoon when he ran into the path of a car on north M-18, at the Sugar Creek bridge. Gladwin Sheriff's officers said Keith E. Ehle, son of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Ehle, of north M-18, was dead on arrival at the Gladwin Hospital. The youngster had been fishing off the bridge, they said.

   Driver of the car was Paul T. Leigh, 62, of Taylor. He told officers that he saw the lad start running across the highway adn that when he reached the centerline he stopped. Then he ran in front of him. Leigh pulled part way off the highway but was unable to avoid hitting the youth, officers said.

   Keith Edwin Ehle was born on October 8, 1959, in Gladwin. He was a member of the Gladwin Little League and Our Savior Lutheran Church. Keith would have started the sixth grade this fall. Besides his parents, he is survived by four brothers and sisters, James, David, Lois and Denise, all at home; and his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Ehle, of Harrison and Mrs. Mary Brokoff, of Gladwin.

   Services will be held Thursdy, July 2, at 1:30 p.m. from Our Savior Lutheran Church. The Rev. Ernst Mueller will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. A prayer service was held Tuesday evening at 8 p.m. in the Miner-Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 07-01/1970 Column - 5 Page - 1  

 
JENNIE MAY (KREGEAR) EINEDER (8 JUNE 1894 – 4 MAR 1969) 

Rites Friday for Jennie Eineder

Jennie May Eineder, 74, of Clement Township, died Tuesday, March 4, in Tolfree Memorial Hospital, West Branch. Born on June 8, 1894, in Brown City, she had spent her life in Gladwin and Ogemaw counties.

Surviving are two sons, Jacob Anspaugh of Goodrich and Robert Eineder of Gladwin; one daughter, Mrs. Niva Potvin of Saginaw; two brothers, Frank and Charles Kregear, both of Detroit; seven grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.

Rites will be held Friday at 1:30 p. m. from the Steuernol Chapel in West Branch. The Rev. Russell Kirkendall will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 3-5/1969 Column – 7 Page – 1.


ARLENE E. ELLIOTT (8 NOV 1910 - 20 APRIL 2004) Mother of Robert

BERDINA H. ELLIOTT (10 SEP 1901 – 25 OCT 1994) 

Berdina H. Elliott, 93, of Gladwin, died Tuesday, Oct 25, 1994 at St. Luke's Hospital in Saginaw. Born Sept. 10, 1901 in the Netherlands, she came to the United States as a child and has been a resident of Gladwin since 1963. She married Jack Elliott in 1953 and he preceded her in death in 1966.

Survivors include several nieces and nephews. Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by one daughter, Frances Rose Hogg in 1978, 3 brothers and 2 sisters.

Rites will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday from the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin with burial in Ridge Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home from 2 to 5 a n d 7 to 9 p .m. today (Wednesday). Gladwin County Record dated 10-26/1994 Column – 3 Page – 6.


BERTON G. ELTHORP (5 FEB 1882 - 16 FEB 1965) s/w Irene B.

ILLNESS FATAL TO BERT ELTHROP

   Funeral services for Bert G. Elthrop, 83, of Gladwin, will be held Friday at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Franz Ollerman will officiate and burial will be in Highland Cemetery. Mr. Elthorp died at his home on Grout Street Tuesday afternoon, February 16, after an illness of one and a half years.

   Born at Forestport, N.Y., February 5, 1882, he came to Gladwin County when he was a year old with his parents, George and Margaret Elthrop and they settled on a farm on Ridge Road in Gladwin Township. He was married to the former Miss Irene Ferrell in Gladwin August 25, 1916. She survives him.

   Mr. Elthorp was the Chevrolet dealer here from 1926 to 1936 and in 1930 erected the building, now the Schwager Department Store, for his car sales and service. Prior to taking the automobile agency he operated a livery stable until it burnt, and was a salesman in the McClarey & Woodward Implement Store.One brother and two sisters preceded him in death. Gladwin County Record dated 02-17/1965 Column - 3 Page – 1


BERTHA ELTHORP (? - 24 MAY 1888) Aged 6 years, 3 months & 22 days, Daughter of G & M Elthorp, s/w George

ELTHORP.---In Gladwin township Sunday, May 20, 1888, Bertha, daughter of George and Martha Elthrop, aged 6 years. Gladwin County Record dated 06-01/1888 Column - 5 Page - 5


GEORGE ELTHROP (1848 – 17 SEP 1905) s/w Bertha

Death of George Elthorp.

George Elthorp of Gladwin township died Sept. 17 after a long sickness and was buried Sept. 19 in the Gladwin township cemetery. Funeral services held in the Ridge church were largely attended, conducted by Rev. S. C. Croff. Deceased was born in England and was 56 years old. He leaves a wife, two sons, John and Bert and one daughter, Mrs. John Card. He had been a resident of Gladwin for 25 years.

The K. 0. T. M. M., of which he was a member, attended the funeral in a body. Gladwin County Record dated 9-22/1905 Column – 4 Page – 9.


IRENE BELLE (FERRELL) ELTHROP (30 APRIL 1895 - 12 DEC 1991)

Mrs. Irene B. Elthrop, 96, of 120 E. Grout St., Gladwin, died Thursday, Dec. 12, 1991, in the Isabella County Medical Care Facility, Mt. Pleasant, after a short illness. Born in Grout Township, April 30, 1895, she had spent her lifetime in Gladwin County. She taught in the Gladwin schools for 46 years until retiring in 1963. Mrs. Elthrop was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, a Life Member of the Michigan Education Association, White Clover Chapter OES 84 and a Past Worthy Matron, a member of the Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel, charter member of the Gladwin Literary Club and the Gladwin High School, Irene Elthrop National Honor Society Chapter which was named after her.

She graduated from Central Michigan University. In 1961, she received an award form the Freedom Foundation of Valley Forge, Pa. She received the Valley Forge classroom teacher's gold medal and a citation scroll honoring her for teaching citizenship, responsibility and a better understanding of the American way of life in the classroom. The former Irene Ferrell, she was married to Berton Elthrop one Aug. 25, 1916, in Gladwin. he preceded her in death on Feb. 16, 1965.

Surviving are several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by 3 sisters, Allie Mortimer, Beulah Walker and Susie Booth and a brother, Clarence Ferrell. Services were held Monday at 11 a.m. from St. Paul's Episcopal Church. The Rev. Father Robert Wollard officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. An Eastern Stars Memorial Service was held Sunday evening at the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel, Memorials may be made to the Gladwin High School National Honor Society or the church. Gladwin County Record dated 12-18/1991 Column - 3 Page – 2


MARGARET (GRIFFITHS) ELTHORP (2 AUG 1853 - 20 FEB 1939)

Mrs. Margaret Elthorp Dies Here on Monday

Mrs. Margaret Elthorp died at her home February 20. Mrs. Elthorp was born Aug. 2, 1853, in New York state, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Griffiths. Mrs. Elthorp's husband and two of her children preceded her in death.

Surviving her are one son, Bert Elthorp of Gladwin, and a daughter, Mrs. John Card, of Mt. Morris.

Funeral services are to be held. Thursday at 2 p.m. with Rev. Karl Keefer officiating at the M. E. Church. Interment in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 2-22/1939 Column – 8 Page – 1.

CARLTON L. ELWOOD (27 MAY 1920 - 1 OCT 1997), s/w Geneva

CARLTON L. ELWOOD

Carlton L. Elwood, 77, of Merrill, died Wednesday, Oct. 1, 1997 at his home after a short illness. Born May 27, 1920 in Evart, he previously lived in Shields from 1950 to 1977, Gladwin from 1977 to 1996 and in Merrill since January 1997. Carlton married the former Geneva (Dotty) Knight, Nov. 14, 1944 in Gladwin.

He served in the U.S. Marines in World War II, and is a member of VFW Post 7303 in Gladwin County, D.A.V. Post 134 in Clare, and Tri-County Rats Post 560.

He had been employed by Consolidated Freight of Michigan, Bender & Loudon Freight, and Morgan Drive Away, as a truck driver, retiring in August 1997.

Besides his wife he is survived by one son, Leslie and wife Janet of Oklahoma City, Okla.; one daughter, Pat and husband Paul Smith of Merrill; one brother, Arnold of Gladwin; one sister, Immalee Whitman of Freeland; 10 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

Services were held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel with Rev. Robert Brown officiating.Burial was in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to Gladwin County VFW Post 7303 or D.A.V. Gladwin County Record dated 10-8/1997 Column – 3 Page – 2.

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GENEVA C. "DOTTY" (KNIGHT) ELWOOD (19 JULY 1924 - ?) s/w Carlton R.

VERN DAVY ELWOOD (22 MAY 1898 - 4 APRIL 1958)

 

VERN ELWOOD DEAD AT 59

 

BEAVERTON --- Vern D. Elwood, 59, Beaverton businessman and Gladwin County resident for about 30 years, died suddenly Friday at his home on M-18, three miles south of Beaverton. His death was attributed to a heart attack. He operated a plumbing, heating and electrical business in Beaverton.

 

Mr. Elwood was born May 22, 1898, in Evart, Mich., and he was married in Gladwin June 18, 1949, to Mrs. Maybelle Mogg, who survives him. A World War I, veteran, Mr. Elwood was active in veterans’ affairs, serving as chief of staff, Department of Michigan World War I veterans. He was a member of the Gladwin Post Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Isabella – Clare chapter VFW. He was also a member of the Gladwin Masonic Lodge, F & AM, the IOOF and that organization’s Encampment.

 

Surviving, besides his widow, are two sons,Carlton Elwood, Saginaw, and Arnold Elwood, Gladwin; a daughter, Mrs. Irma Lee Whitman of Freeland; two step-children, Donald Mogg, Beaverton, and Mrs. Betty Coplin, Saginaw; 9 grandchildren; a brother, Orville Elwood, Flint; and one sister, Mr. Frank Backenstow, Muskegon.

 

Funeral services will be held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin, with the Rev. Alfred Saulsbury of Gladwin officiating. Burial will be in Ridge cemetery, north of Gladwin, with Masonic rites at the grave. Friends may call at the Hall Funeral Home, Gladiwn. MDN dated 4-5-1958 Page – 7.

 

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CHARLOTTE G. (ALLEN) MAWHORTER EMERY (20 SEP 1919 – 4 AUG 2007) s/w Jack W.

 

Charlotte G. Mawhorter-Emery, 87, Charlotte G. Mawhorter-Emery, 87, of Gladwin, passed away on Aug. 4, 2007 at the MidMichigan Gladwin Pines following a long illness.

 

She was born Sept. 20, 1919 in Flint, Michigan to Austin and Caroline (Carson) Allen.

Charlotte was a homemaker and lived in Gladwin County most of her life.

 

On May 1, 1944, she married Jack Mawhorter in Gladwin; he preceded her in death in 1986.

 

She then married Walter Emery on Oct. 6, 1990 in Luther, Michigan; he preceded her in death in 2004.

 

She is survived by one son, Jerry (Joanne) Mawhorter of Gladwin; one daughter, Diane Grove of Luther; seven grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren; t hree great-great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Mary Stuhr of Estey and Betty Douglas of Florida. She was predeceased by her parents; two brothers; and one sister.

 

Funeral services were held Monday, Aug. 6, 2007 at Hall-Kokotovich Funer al Home in Gladwin with Pastor Matthew Schultz officiating.

She was laid to rest at Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin.

 

CLIFFORD DEAN EMRICK (11 NOV 1929 – 14 AUG 2007) m. 27 Aug 1949, s/w Martha J.

Clifford Dean Emrick, 77, Clifford Dean Emrick, 77, of Midland passed aw ay peacefully late Tuesday evening Aug. 14, 2007 at his home from congestive heart failure and cancer, surrounded by his family.

 

He was born on Nov. 11, 1929 in Gladwin, son of the late Harvey and Ethel (Fries) Emrick.

 

Cliff married Martha Shultz on Aug. 27, 1949 in Gladwin. They moved to Midland in 1953 where he worked for Stan Bobbit and Jack and Jim Harvey setting up double-wide mobile homes. Later Cliff worked for Shorty’s Wrecker Service as a mechanic. Cliff then started his own business known as Precision Service. Hespent many years self employed while repairing motor homes. He retired in 2005 due to poor health.

 

Cliff enjoyed fishing and canoeing in Canada. He also enjoyed cheering on his favorite football teams, the University of Michigan Wolverines and the Detroit Lions in addition to his love for Nascar. He especially enj oyed Wednesday night poker games with his granddaughter Lisa.

 

Cliff is survived by his wife of 58 years, Martha; four children, Duane (Karin) Emrick of Ocklawaha, Florida, Dennis Emrick of Midland, Linda (Mike) Hackett of Midland, and Deana (Duncan) Wallace also of Midland. He leav es nine grandchildren and four great grandchildren; also surviving are brothers, Lyle (Ethal) Emrick of Gladwin, Warren (Sue) Emrick of Lansing, and one sister, Elaine Lambert of Yuma, Arizona. In addition to his parents, Cliff was predeceased by one sister, Ruth Latimore and infant brother, Duane.

 

A private family graveside committal service was at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, 2007 at Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Those planning an expressi on of sympathy are asked to consider MidMichigan Hospice, the American Heart Association or Cancer Research. If you are unable to visit with the family in person you may share your condolences through www.waresmithwoolever.com.


MARTHA J. (SCHULTZ) EMRICK (1930 - ?) m. 27 Aug 1949, s/w Clifford D.

 

ALEXANDER ENDERT (16 MAY 1869 – 30 NOV 1958) s/w Alvina

 

Services Today for Alexander Endert

 

Alexander Endert, 89, died Sunday at his home in Sage Township following an illness of 14 months. He was born in Poland May 16, 1869, He married the former Alvina Donst in Warsaw, Poland, on Nov. 23, 1888, who preceded him in death in July of this year.

 

Mr. Endert came to this country in 1902, and to Gladwin County from Reading, Pennsylvania, in

1916, and settled here on his farm. He is survived by a son, Alfred, of Gladwin; 13 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Six sons and one daughter preceded him in death.

 

Funeral services were held today (Wednesday) at 1:15 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home and at 2

p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church, Oberlin. The Rev. William J. Hassold officiated and burial was in

Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-3/1958 Column – 5 Page – 1.


ALFRED ENDERT (1899 – 17 NOV 1961) s/w Mary

 

GLADWIN MAN’S RITES HELD TODAY

 

GLADWIN – Funeral services for Alfred Endert, Sr. 62, route 5, Gladwin, were held today from the Zion Lutheran Church at Oerlin, with burial in the Oberlin cemetery. Mr. Endert was fatally injured Friday when his head became lodged between a tractor and a ditch bank in Gladwin County. In addition to his widow, he is survived by six daughters and one son, also 17 grandchildren. MDN dated 11-20-1961 Page – 2.


ALVINA ENDERT (16 NOV 1868 – 14 JULY 1958) s/w Alexander

 

Services Thursday for Mrs. Alex Endert

 

Mrs. Alvine Endert, 89, of Sage township, died at her home Monday following an illness of eight

weeks. Mrs. Endert was born in Germany November 16, 1868, and was married to Alexander Endert on November 23, 1888, in Warsaw, Poland. They came to the United States in 1904 and settled in Reading, Pennsylvania, coming to Gladwin county in 1916.

 

Survivors include her husband, Alexander; one son, Alfred, of Gladwin; 13 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Six sons and one daughter preceded her in death.

 

Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 1:15 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home and at 2 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church in Oberlin. Rev. H. F. Brietzke will officiate and burial will be in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 7-16/1958 Column – 8 Page – 1.


MARIE (ADAMS) ENDERT (25 OCT 1906 – 16 MAR 1982) s/w Alfred

 

Marie Endert, 75, 3847 North M-18, Gladwin, died Tuesday in Midland Hospital Center. She was born Oct. 25, 1906, in Cleveland, Ohio, and moved to Gladwin as a child. She married Alfred Endert Nov. 3, 1926, in Zion Lutheran Church in Oberlin. He died Nov. 17, 1961. She was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church, Gladwin,  and the Golden Agers Senior Citizens.

 

She leaves a son, Alfred Endert of Gladwin; daughters, Mrs. Arthur (Agnes) Gatz of Midland, Mrs. Derwood (Martha) Ockerman, Mrs. Laurence (Gertrude) Lemke and Mrs. Joseph (Aldena) Esiline all of Gladwin, Mrs. Wayne (Genevieve) Yager of Coleman, and Mrs. Peter (Loraine) Banchoff of Plymouth; 22 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; sisters, Katherine Hemstreet of Bay City and Emma Miles of Bay City; and brothers, Mike Adams and William Adams, both of Gladwin.

 

Services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday in Our Savior Lutheran Church, Gladwin, with the Rev. Herbert Biermann officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Friend may call at Mathews Funeral Home. MDN dated 3-17-1982.

 

OLGA (BUSH) ENDERT (13 FEB 1896 – 1 NOV 1987)

 

Olga Endert, 91, of 4255 Oberlin Rd., Gladwin, died Sunday, Nov. 1, in the Gladwin Area Hospital. Born in Poland Feb. 13, 1896, she came to America in 1900 and to Gladwin County in 1902. Mrs. Endert was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church. The former Olga Krause, she was married to Richard Endert June 15, 1921, in Gladwin. He preceded her in death Jan. 10, 1936.

Surviving are 6 daughters, Mrs. Joseph (Helen) Spross of Lake, Mrs.Elsie Strohkirch, Mrs. Donald (Dorothy) Babcock and Mrs. Edwin (Elfreida) Gatz of Gladwin, Mrs. Coleman (Esther) Wright of Union City and Mrs. Robert (Mildred) Simon of Royal Oak; one brother, William Busch of St. George, Utah; 2 sisters, Lydia Lewis of Detroit and Anna Summers of Gladwin; 11 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. A son, Richard, preceded her in death Oct. 21, 1924.

Services will be held Thursday, Nov. 5, at 1 p.m. from Our Savior Lutheran Church. The Rev. Donald Dengler will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements are in charge of the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the church carpet fund or the Michigan Chapter of Multiple Sclerosis, 21700 Greenfield Rd., Suite 409, Oak Park 48237. Gladwin County Record dated 11-04/1987 Column - 2 Page - 2

 

RICHARD ENDERT (1895 - 10 JAN 1936)

AMERICAN LEGION HOLDS SERVICES FOR COMRADE

   Services were held Tuesday afternoon at the Zion Lutheran church at Oberlin, conducted by Rev. Bernard Roth and the American Legion. Burial services were at the Ridge cemetery. Born in Russia 41 years ago he came to the United States with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alexs Endert, when a small boy. He served in the A.E.F. of the World War in the Polar Bear Division in Russia as interpreter. In 1922 he was married to Miss Olga Krause. He died January 10 at Mercy hospital, Bay City, pneumonia, after an illness of several weeks. At the time of his death he was serving as president of the school board in Sherman township, district No. 2. Surviving him are his wife, six daughters, Helen, Elsie, Dorothy, Esther, Frieda and Mildred, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alex Endert, and brother, Alfred, all of Sherman township. Source: Gladwin County Record dated 01-15/1936 Column - 8 Page - 1

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RICHARD ALEXANDER ENDERT  (OCT 1924 - 21 OCT 1924) s/w Olga & Richard A., & Catherine & Gottfried Krause

 

Infant child, aged two days, of Mr. and, Mrs. Richard Endert of Butman township died Monday night. Burial services Wednesday. Gladwin County Record dated 10-23/1924 Column – 4 Page – 4.

MEGHAN KATHLEEN ERWIN (27 NOV 1999 - 20 DEC 1999)

Meghan K. Erwin, 23 days, of Harbor Springs, infant daughter of Matthew and Rebecca (Stutzman) Erwin, died Monday, Dec. 20, 1999 at the U of M Medical Center in Ann Arbor. She was born Nov. 27 in Petosky. Surviving are her parents; grandparents, Charles and Jeanette Stutzman and Thomas and Mary Erwin, all of Gladwin; great-grandparents, Helen Erwin of Florida, and Anna Grondzeil of Gladwin. Services were held at noon Thursday at the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin with Rev. Robert Marshall officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-29/1999 Column - 6 Page – 2


ALICE L. (MACDERMID) ESILINE (8 DEC 1914 - 9 FEB 1985) s/w Earl B.

Alice L. Esiline, 70, of 2934 Youngs Rd., Gladwin, died Saturday, Feb. 9, in the Midland Hospital Center following a long illness. Born in Detroit Dec. 8, 1914, she came to Gladwin County in 1935. She was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church. The former Alice MacDermid, she was married to Earl Esiline Dec. 21, 1934, in Detroit.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by 4 sons, Donald of California, Richard and Joseph of Gladwin and Robert of Texas; 2 daughters, Mrs. Robert (Patricia) Beckwith and Mrs. Kenneth (Margaret) VanEver of Gladwin; her mother, Alice MacDermid of Detroit; 2 sisters, Grace Molhner and Margaret Verns of Detroit; 29 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.

   Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Donald Dengler officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-13/1985 Column - 2 Page - 2


EARL B. ESILINE (2 FEB 1910 – 20 MAR 1985) s/w Alice L.

 

Earl B. Esiline, 75, of Gladwin, died Wednesday, March 20, 1985, at his home. He was born Feb. 2, 1910, in Detroit. He married the former Alice MacDermid on Dec. 21, 1934; she died Feb. 9, 1985. They came to Gladwin County in 1935.

 

He leaves sons, Donald Esiline of Califonia, Richard Esiline and Joseph Esiline of Texas; daughters, Mrs. Robert (Patricia) Beckwith and Mrs. Kenneth (Margaret) VanEver, both of Gladwin; mother-in-law, Alice MacDermid of Detroit; 29 grandchildren; and 19 great grandchildren.

 

Services will be 1 p.m. Saturday at the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home, Gladwin, with the Rev. Donald Dengler officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin County. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. today. MDN.


JERMEY W. EVERHART (17 MARCH 1998 - 28 OCT 1998)

 

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ELAINE JUNE (SAMPSON) FACKLER (19 JAN 1937 – 17 MARCH 1987) s/w Ralph W.

ELAINE FACKLER

Elaine June Fackler, 50, of 14184 Johnstone Rd., Oakley, died Tuesday, March 17, at her home. Born in Pontiac Jan. 19, 1937, she attended Beaverton schools. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. The former Elaine Sampson, she was married to Ralph Fackler June 5, 1954, in Gladwin.

Besides her husband, she is survived by 4 daughters, Mrs. Catherine Wester of Waukesha, Wisc., Mrs. Patricia Baer of Arlington, Texas, Mrs. Stephanie Wasmiller of Burt and Mrs. Amanda Mahar of Birch Run; 2 sisters, Mrs. Jeanette Stauffer of Merritt Island, Fla. and Mrs. Sharon Pridgen of Panama City, Fla.; one brother, Richard of New Mexico; and 4 grandchildren.

Rites were held Friday at 1 p.m. from St. Joseph Catholic Church. The Rev. Father Denis Spitzley officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. A Rosary was said Thursday at 7 p.m. at Nelson-House Funeral Home. Memorials may be given to St. Mary’s Hospice of Saginaw. Gladwin County Record dated 3-25/1987 Column – 3 Page – 2.


K. ARCHIE FACKLER (22 AUG 1905 - 19 FEB 1961) s/w M. Gladys

ARCHIE FACKLER DIES SUDDENLY

   Funeral services will be held today (Wednesday) at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home for Archie Kenneth Fackler, 55, who died suddenly Sunday evening at his home in Gladwin Township. A lifetime resident of Gladwin County, he was born on August 22, 1905, in Van Wert, Ohio, and was married to the former Gladys Diffin in Gladwin in 1929.

   Surviving besides his widow are two sons Wayne, of Gladwin, and Ralph, of Owosso; a brother, Glenn, of Detroit; a sister, Mrs. Gertrude Campbell of Gladwin and four grandchildren. The Rev. Ross Tracy will officiate and burial is in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-22/1961 Column - 5 Page – 1


KENNETH L. FACKLER (4 MARCH 1970 - 6 AUG 1991)

KENNETH FACKLER

Kenneth L. Fackler, 21, of 4538 Iroquois, Lakewood, Calif., died at his home Tuesday, Aug. 6, 1991, after a short illness. Born in Gaylord, March 4, 1970, he moved to California 10 years ago from Flint. Mr. Fackler was a truck driver for South Coast Shingle Co., Long Beach, Calif.

Surviving are his grandparents, Mrs. Margaret Gasche of Gladwin and Ron and Barbara Schneider of Gaylord; his great grandmother, Mrs. Florence Campbell of Gaylord; 4 step brothers and 2 step-sisters.

Rites were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Jerry Gasche officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-14/1991 Column – 5 Page – 2.


KENNETH WAYNE FACKLER (10 APR 1933 - 18 FEB 1975)

GLADWIN --- Kenneth Wayne Fackler, 41, of 220 West Second Street, Gladwin, died Wednesday at St. Luke’s Hospital in Saginaw following a long illness. He was born in Pontiac on April 10, 1933 and had lived in Gladwin County all his life. Mr. Fackler and J Jessie Whitfield were married in Gladwin on July 8, 1972 and she survives.

Besides his wife, survivors are his mother, Mrs. Gladys Fackler of Gladwin; two daughters, Miss Connie Fackler of Flint and Mrs. Carlyn Kassuba of Gaylord; two step-sons, Thomas and George Hoag, both of Gladwin; two step-daughters, Darlene and Stella Hoag, both of Gladwin; and one brother, Ralph Fackler of Oakley.

The Rev. Helena Egts will officiate at services from the Gladwin Chapel of the Hal Funeral Home at 2:30 p.m. Friday. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. MDN dated 2-20-1975 Page – 9.


MARGARET GLADYS (DIFFIN) FACKLER (18 APRIL 1907 - 6 FEB 1983) s/w K. Archie

   Mrs. Gladys Fackler, 75, of 2853 N. Lakeshire Dr., Gladwin, died Sunday, Feb. 6, in the Midland Hospital Center following a short illness. Born in Gladwin on April 18, 1907, she had spent her lifetime here. The former Gladys Diffin, she was married to Archie Fackler on September 21, 1929, in Gladwin. He preceded her in death February 19, 1960.

   Surviving are one son, Ralph of Oakley; 6 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. A son, Wayne, preceded her in death February 18, 1975. Services were held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Jerry Gashe officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-09/1983 Column - 5 Page - 2

Gladys Fackler (Midland Daily News, Feb. 8, 1983)

 

Gladys Fackler, 75, 2853 North Lakeshore Drive, Gladwin, died Sunday, in Midland Hospital Center.

 

She was born April 18, 1907, in Gladwin. She married Archie Fackler Sept. 21, 1929, in Gladwin.  He died in 1960.

 

She leaves a son, Ralph Fackler of Oakley; six grandchildren and six great grandchildren.   A son, Wayne Fackler, preceded her in death.

 

Services will he at 2p.m. Wednesday in Gladwin Chapel, Hall Funeral Home, the Rev. Jerry Gashe officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Friends may call anytime

 

 

RALPH W. FACKLER (1935 - ?) s/w Elaine J.

DOUGLAS E. FARISON (24 APRIL 1930 - 29 MAY 1975)

 

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CATHERINE L. (MCFARLAND) FARISON (12 JULY 1910 - 2 MARCH 2001)

Catherine L. Farison, 90, of Gladwin, died Friday, March 2, 2001 at Gladwin Pines Nursing Home following a short illness.
Born April 12, 1910 in Freeland, she lived in Gladwin County since 1991 and previously lived in Atlanta. She was a homemaker.
Surviving are five daughters, Marge and husband Henry Stone, and Ruth Nimphie, all of Beaverton, Ellen and husband Clarence Ropp of Midland, Shirley Foreman of Gladwin, and Iona and husband John Grady of Sault Ste. Marie; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by one son, Douglas.
Services were held Friday. In accordance with her wishes, Catherine has been cremated. Those wishing to make memorial contributions should contact Marge Stone.
Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin, was in charge of the arrangements.

 

ELRY A. FARISON (18 SEP 1904 - 14 JAN 1973)

Elry A. Farison, 68, of 750 S. M-30, Gladwin, died Sunday, January 14, at his home. Born in N. Baltimore, Ohio, September 18, 1904, he came to Benzie County, Michigan in 1914 and to Midland in 1916. He worked for the Midland County Road Commission for 11 years and for the Wolverine Power Company as a hydro-electric plant operator for 27 years, retiring in 1970. He came to Gladwin County in 1960. He was employed as a security officer by the Pinkerton Detective Agency in 1971-72 at Brown Machine in Beaverton and a store in Midland. He was presently working at the Muma Sawmill in Roscommon. Mr. Farison and the former Marion Walsh were married in Mt. Pleasant December 22, 1941.

Surviving are his wife, Marion; 10 children, Mrs. Clarence (Ellen) Brown of Sanford, Douglas Farison of Rosebush, Mrs. Paul (Ruth) Nimphie and Mrs. Marjorie Fruchey of Beaverton, Mrs. Don (Shirley) Foreman of Gladwin, Mrs. John (Ione) Grady of Sault Ste. Marie, Mrs. Joseph (Alta) Hedrich and David Farison of Gladwin, James Berthume of Midland and Robert Berthume of Sanford; his mother, Mrs. Nettie Farison of Midland; a sister, Mrs. Fern Pomranky of Midland; three brothers, Homer of Beaverton, Robert of Sanford, and Ernest of Battle Creek; 47 grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

   Services were held Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. at the Beaverton Church of God, of which he was a member, with the Rev. Lester Kline officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements were made in Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 01-17/1973 Column - 3 Page – 2


KENNETH AUSLEY FARISON (3 MARCH 1948 – 8 AUG 1966)

 

18-Year-Old Is Killed by Hit-Runner

 

Kenneth Ausley Farison, 18, son of Mr. and Mrs. Elry Farison, of Buckeye Township, was killed by a hit-run driver early Sunday morning on M-61 in Bay County.

 

Young Farison was hitch-hiking to his work in a Standish gas station when he was struck by a vehicle about a mile east of the Gladwin-Bay County line. His mother said he started for work sometime before midnight. While he did not have to be at work until 7 a.m., Mrs. Farison said her son was afraid he would oversleep and intended to spend the remainder of the night in the service station after he arrived. He often hitch-hiked to work, his mother said, even when he was working in Flint.

 

The body was found on the south side of the road at 1:20 a.m. by passing motorists and the coroner believed he was struck shortly before. His identification and personal papers

were nearby.

 

Farison had ridden to the county line with another driver where he was let off and apparently

had walked about a mile. State police said they were following a lead concerning the driver of the hit-run car.

 

Services were held today (Wednesday) at 1:00 p. m. at the Beaverton Church of God with the Rev. Kenneth Tabor and the Rev. Raymond Brokaw officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin.

 

Born March 3, 1948, in Gladwin, he had lived all his life in Gladwin County. He attended the

Beaverton Church of God. Survivors, besides his parents, include four brothers, Douglas of Rosebush, David of Saginaw, James Berthume of Midland and Robert Berthume of Sanford;

six sisters, Mrs. Alta Walters and Mrs. Shirley Foreman of Gladwin, Mrs. Ellen Brown of Midland, Mrs. Ruth Nimphie and Mrs. Marjorie Fruchey of Beaverton, and Mrs. lone Grady of Sault Ste. Marie; and his grandmothers, Mrs. Violet Walsh of Independence, Mo., and Mrs. Nettie Farison of Midland. Gladwin County Record dated 8-10/1966 Column – 6 Page – 1.


MARION L. (WALSH) FARISON (3 MAY 1916 – 19 SEP 1999)

 

MARION L. WALSH BERTHUME-FARISON

 

Marion Farison, 83, of Gladwin, died Sunday 19, 1999 at MidMichigan Medical Center, Gladwin. Born May 3, 1916 in Pigeon, she was the daughter of George and Gertrude Danks Walsh. She lived most of her life in Gladwin. Marion married Elry Farison Dec. 22, 1940 in Mt. Pleasant. He preceded her in death in 1973. She was a member of the Church of Daniels Band, Hghwood, and the American Legion Post in Brookings, Ore.

 

Surviving are three sons, James Berthume of Midalnd, Robert and wife Ellaween Berthume of Gladwin, and David and wife Alma Farison of Beaverton; one daughter Alta Hedrich of Beaverton; five step-daughters, Ellen and husband Clarence Ropp of Midland, Leah Ruth Nimphie, and Marjorie and husband Henry Stone all of Beaverton, Shirley and husband Donald Foreman of Gladwin, and Ione and husband John Grady of Brimley; 48 grandchildren; 79 great-grandchildren; and 14 great-great-grandchildren.

 

She was preceded in death by one son, Kenneth Farison in August 1966; one step-son, Douglas Farison in August 1975; one brother; and two sisters.

 

Services will be held at 11 a.m. tomorrow (Thursday) at the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin with Pastor James Huggard officiating.

MICHAEL L. FARROW (21 DEC 1954 - 20 APRIL 2000)

 

Michael L. Farrow, 45, passed away Thursday, April 20, 2000 at his residence following a lengthy illness. He was born on Dec. 21, 1954 in Gladwin to Donald and Ila (Cripps) Farrow.
He is survived by his son, Shane Farrow of Gladwin; his mother, Ila Farrow of Gladwin; four brothers and sisters, Linda Farrow and Tami and husband Don Hukel, both of Gladwin; Sue DuBois of Jonesville and Tim and wife Loretta Farrow of Hope; seven half-brothers and sisters, Vicki and husband Donald Wheeler, Sherri Renas and Roger Farrow, all of Gladwin, Judy and husband Mike Janice of Beaverton, Candi and husband Dennis Kellsey of Weidman, Donald Farrow Jr. of Farwell and Eugene and wife Lisa Farrow of Lake; two stepbrothers and sisters, Alan and wife Muriel Armstrong of North Carolina and Shirley and husband William Beemer of Farwell.
He was preceded in death by his father Donald, two brothers, Terry and Thomas, and a sister Patti Jo.
At Mr. Farrow’s request cremation has taken place and there will be no services. Sisson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

 

 

TERRY L. FARROW (24 FEB 1949 - 14 JAN 1972)

 

Terry L. Farrow, 23, of 2211 Lyman St., Flint, was found dead Wednesday, June 14, at his home. Born in Gladwin, February 24, 1949, he had been employed at Buick Motor Company in Flint the past two years. Surviving are a daughter, Shelly, of Farwell; his mother, Mrs. Ila Farrow of Gladwin; his father, Donald Farrow of Rt. 2, Clare; two brothers, Mike and Tim of Gladwin; three sisters, Mrs. Linda Priest, Mrs. Sue Bard, and Miss Tami Farrow, all of Gladwin; five half-brothers, Allen, Donald Jr., Tommie, Roger, and Clint, of Rt. 2, Clare; five half-sisters, Mrs. Shirley Jean Armstrong, Vickie, Sheri, Judy, and Candi, of Rt. 2, Clare. Services were held Saturday at 2:00 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin, with the Rev. Helena Egts officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-28/1972 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

MI SP 4 US ARMY VIETNAM

INFANT FELEMBEE (? – 14 MAR 1920)

   The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William G. Felmlee was buried in the Ridge cemetery March 15. Gladwin County Record dated 03-25/1920 Column - 5 Page – 8


EDWARD FIEDLER (15 MAY 1870 - 8 MAY 1953) Father

Edward Fiedler Dies Suddenly

Edward Fiedler 82, died suddenly at his home in Gladwin on Friday, May 8. He had been in poor health for the past eight years.

Funeral services were held Monday afternoon from Zion Lutheran church at Oberlin, with the Rev. H. F. Brietzke officiating. Burial was made in Ridge cemetery. His grandsons acted as pallbearers.

Mr. Fiedler was born in Russia-Poland on May 15, 1870, and came to America in 1890, making his home in Cleveland, Ohio. On May 13, 1900, he was married to Miss Justina Maser, in Cleveland. They came to Sherman township in 1906, where they worked their farm out of a dense wilderness. He was a charter member of the Oberlin Lutheran church and helped to erect their present buildings. In 1944 they sold the farm and retired to make their home in Gladwin.

Surviving are his wife, Justina, foster-son, Howard Bruno, of Durslau, of Gladwin, Mrs. Emma Heintz, of Detroit, and Mrs Augusta Meyka, of Mt. Morris; a foster-son, Howard Bruno, of Durand; one brother; Michael Fiedler, of Cleveland; 11 grandchildren and five great grandchildren. A son, John, preceded his father in death in 1924. Gladwin County Record dated 5-13/1953 Column – 6 Page – 1.

HELEN B. (LUCAS) FIEDLER (20 JUNE 1912 - 8 JAN 2005)

Helen B. Fiedler, 92, of Midland passed away Saturday, Jan. 8, 2005 at Brittney Manor Nursing Home. Helen was born June 20, 1912 in Flynn, Michigan to John and Selinda Herber Lucas. She married Leonard Fiedler in 1956 in Detroit; he passed away in 1975. Helen was a member of the Community Church of the Nazarene in Midland.

Surviving are nieces and nephews, Linda and Roy Staley, Wayne and LaNeel Vannest, Byron and Janet Vannest, Harold and Karen Vannest, Dennis and Susan Vannest, Mark Vannest and Ilene Jones and several more nieces and nephews; one sister, Ferne Eller of Arizona; and on sister-in-law, Eunice Lucas of Howell. One brother, Lawrence Lucas, and five sisters, Olive Vannest, Mary Parks Robins, Lucy Walker, Merle Parsons and Gladys Banks predecease her.

Services will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 12 at the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin. Pastor Terry Turner will officiate, and burial will be in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Friends may call from 12 noon until the time of the service on Wednesday. Memorials may be made to the Community Church of the Nazarene in Midland. 


JOHN WILLIAM FIEDLER (1909 – 24 OCT 1924)

CARD OF THANKS

We wish to thank our friends for kindness and sympathy extended us in our bereavement, the death of our son and brother, and also for the beautiful floral offerings, and the minister for his kind words.

Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Fiedler, Helen Fiedler, Augusta I. Fiedler, Mr. and Mrs. E. F. Heintz. Gladwin County Record dated 10-30/1924 Column – 1 Page – 1.


JUSTINA FIEDLER (30 MAY 1861 - 6 JULY 1916) Wife of Martin Fiedler

FIDLER

Justina Fidler, wife of Martin Fidler of Sherman township, died July 6, from the results of a fall. Services were held at the Oberlin church by Rev. G. Hildner. Interment in the Ridge cemetery.

The death of Mrs. Martin Fidler was a severe shock to her friends. She was injured by a fall July 2, Wednesday a.m. she was taken to Gladwin expecting to get the train for her journey to the hospital, but she pleaded to be taken home, as she felt that she could not recover. She wished to die at home. She walked among us as a friend and sister and we cannot yet realize that she has gone on before.

We mourn sincerely the loss of a dear neighbor. She fought the battle of life bravely and her example of industry and courage must have left its impression. Serious meditation will help us nearer to estimating a true woman’s life and may be inspire us to make “Some woman’s load a little lighter, some woman’s life a little brighter.” Gladwin County Record dated 7-13/1916 Column – 4 Page – 1.


JUSTINA (MASSER) FIEDLER (30 JUNE 1875 - 29 DEC 1962) Mother

Rites Tuesday for Mrs. Fiedler

Mrs. Justina Fiedler, 87, died Saturday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Otto Fanslau, after a long illness.  Born in Germany on June 30, 1875, she came to Gladwin County from Ohio in 1907. The former Justina Masser was married to Edward Fiedler on May 13, 1900, and he preceded her in death on May 11, 1953. Mrs. Fiedler was a charter member of Zion Lutheran Church in Oberlin.

Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Emma Heintz, of Detroit, Mrs. Augusta Meyka, of Mt. Morris, and Mrs. Helen Fanslau, of Gladwin; two sisters, Mrs. Emilie Ott and Mrs. Tillie Jahnke, of Cleveland; 11 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 p. m. at Zion Lutheran Church with Rev. William Hassold officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 1-2/1963 Column – 2 Page – 1.


BEVERLY A. (GREER) FISCHER (26 JUNE 1935 - ?) m. 23 Jun 1956, s/w Thomas H.


THOMAS H. FISCHER (11 NOV 1932 - 16 MARCH 1992) m. 23 Jun 1956, s/w Beverly A.

CPL US ARMY KOREA

 

Thomas H. Fischer, 59, of 3037 S. M-18, Beaverton, died Monday, March 16, 1992, at home after a 5 month battle with cancer. Born in Gladwin on Nov. 11, 1932, he had spent most of his life in Gladwin County. Mr. Fischer was an electrician for Dow Chemical Co. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict and a member of the Gladwin Eagles 3292. Mr. Fischer and the former Beverly Greer were married June 23, 1956, in Gladwin.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Calvin of Grand Rapids and Allan (Candy) of Beaverton; 2 daughters. Mrs. Dan (Denise) Crocket of Beaverton and Mrs. Rick (Crystal) Richards of Prudenville; his mother Luella Fischer; 4 brothers, Lance of Florida, Virgil of Beaverton. Terry of Houghton Lake and Ted of Owosso; and 7 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Roy Fischer and step-father, Frank Fischer.

 

Services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev.

John McCullough will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. An Eagles Memorial will be held at 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 3-18/1992 Column – 4 Page – 2.

JAMES FITZSIMMONS (? - MAY 1914)

 

James Fitzsimmons died at a Bay City hospital of tuberculosis. His body was brought to Gladwin by his brother, Rev. Robert Hockaday of Hadley, arriving Tuesday noon. Funeral services were held at the Free Methodist church Wednesday morning followed by interment in the Ridge cemetery. Mr. Fitzsimmons was in the insurance busines and was 50 years old. Mrs. Hockaday daughter Beulah and son Asa, also accompanied the remains. Gladwin County Record dated 05-14/1914 Column - 6 Page – 1

 

ALFRED FLAMING (26 JUNE 1903 – 17 AUG 1991)

 

ALFRED FLAMING

 

Alfred Flaming, 88, of 3270 Pratt Lake Rd., Gladwin, died Saturday, Aug. 17, 1991, at the Gladwin Nursing Home after a long illness. Born in Com, Okla., June 26, 1903, he moved to Gladwin County in 1926. Mr. Flaming was a retired farmer and a member of the Gladwin Free Methodist Church. Mr. Flaming and the former Antonette Rohloff were married Nov. 26, 1928, in Butman Township. She preceded him in death in 1976. He then married Violet (Hultquist) Dunklee in 1976.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 step-sons, Eldon Dunklee of Montrose, Donald Dunklee of Flint and Jerry Dunklee of New Haven, Conn.; a step-daughter, Charlotte Needham of Clio; 3 sisters and a brother; and several step-grandchildren.

 

Rites were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Gladwin Free Methodist Church. The Rev. Robert Marshall officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the church. Arrangements were in charge of the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 8-21/1991 Column – 4 Page – 2.

 

VIOLET (HULTQUIST) FLAMING (1915 - ?)

ELIZABETH AMELIA (HUDE) FLAUGHER (12 MAY 1916 - 17 FEB 1983) Auf Wiedersehn in Himmel

ELIZABETH FLAUGHER

Mrs. Elizabeth A. Flaugher, 66, of 10851 Townline Lake Rd., Gladwin, died Thursday, Feb. 17, in the Gratiot Community Hospital, Alma, following a long illness. Born in Sherman Township May 12, 1916, she left the area and then moved back to Gladwin County in 1974 from Mt. Pleasant. Mrs. Flaugher was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church and the V.F.W. Auxiliary in Shepherd.

The former Elizabeth Hude, she was married to Elmer Flaugher on September 12, 1953, in Mt. Pleasant. Besides her husband, she is survived by one son, Alfred Selich of Millington; one daughter, Augusta Flaugher of Freeland; a step-son, George Flaugher of Weidman; one brother, Robert Hude of Warren; 2 sisters, Mrs. Margaret Basner of Coleman and Mrs. Elsie Lloyd of Gladwin; 3 step-sisters, Mrs. Emma Klawitter of Toledo, Ohio, Mrs. Marie Eddy of Georgia .and Mrs. Martha Corbus of Sterling Heights; 4 grandchildren and 4 step-grandchildren. A son, Herman Selich, preceded her in death in 1942.

Services were held Monday at 11 a.m. from Our Savior Lutheran Church. The Rev. Herbert Biermann officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 2-23/1983 Column – 4 Page – 2.

 

ELMER O. FLAUGHER (30 MAY 1907 - 31 OCT 1988)

 

Elmer O. Flaugher of 10851 Townline Lake Rd., Gladwin, died Tuesday, Nov. 1, in Saginaw V.A. Medical Center. Funeral services are incomplete and in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 11-02/1988 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

ELMER FLAUGHER

 

   Elmer O. Flaugher, 81, of 10851 Townline Lake Rd., Hamilton Township, died Monday, Oct. 31, in Saginaw V.A. Hospital after a short illness. Born in Mt. Pleasant, May 30, 1907, he moved to Clare County in 1974 from Mt. Pleasant. Mr. Flaugher operated Flaugher Heating in Mt. Pleasant and Clare County. He was a master sergeant during World War II. Mr. Flaugher was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church, Gladwin; Gladwin County VFW Post 7303, serving as a trustee; active in the Boy Scouts in Mt. Pleasant; and a founding member of the Civitan Club of Mt. Pleasant. He spent 37 years on the Mt. Pleasant Volunteer Fire Dept. and reached the rank of captain. Mr. Flaugher was married to the former Elizabeth Hude, Sept. 12, 1953, in Mt. Pleasant. She preceded him in death Feb. 17, 1983.

   Surviving are a son, George of Weidman; one daughter, Augusta Flaugher of Kincheloe; a step-son, Alfred Selich of Millington; one brother, Glen of Mission, Texas; 11 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Services were held Friday at 11 a.m. from Our Savior Lutheran Church with the Rev. Donald Dengler officiating. A graveside military service was held by the VFW post at the Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 11-09/1988 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

M. SGT US ARMY WWII

ALVIN R. FLEMING (22 JUNE 1915 - 21 JAN 1999) m. 11 Sep 1939, Bud, s/w Elizabeth M.

Alvin R. (Bud) Fleming, 83, of Gladwin, died Thursday, Jan. 21, 1999 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland after a short illness.  Born June 22, 1915 in Detroit, he lived in Gladwin County since 1971 and previously lived in Highland Park and owned the farm since 1948.  Alvin married the former Elizabeth Williamson, Sept. 11, 1939 in Woodsfield, Ohio.  He was an O.D. grinder for Excello Corporation in Detroit, retiring in 1971 after 36 years.  After his retirement he raised black Angus cattle until 1995.  He was a member of the UAW Local #49 in Detroit.  Besides his wife he is survived by two daughters, Barbara and husband Barney Hager, and LInda and husband Steve Foutch, all of Gladwin; one sister, Viola Fleming of Gladwin; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and four step grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by a brother, Martin, April 10, 1972. 

Services were held at 2pm Sunday at Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel with Rev. Robert Marshall officiating.  Burial was in Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin.  Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Gladwin County Record dated 01-27/1999 Column - 2 Page - 2  


AMELIA (HEFFNER) FLEMING (1893 – 12 APR 1925) Mother

MRS ROY FLEMING

The body of Mrs. Roy Fleming was brought to Gladwin on the train Tuesday evening. Mrs. Fleming was formerly Miss Amelia Heffner a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Heffner of Sage township. Gladwin County Record dated 4-16/1925 Column – 5 Page – 4.


ELIZABETH M. (WILLIAMSON) FLEMING (23 JAN 1920 4 JUNE 2005) m. 11 Sep 1939, s/w Alvin R.

Elizabeth M. "Bea" Fleming, 85, of Gladwin died June 4, 2005 at home after a long illness. She was born Jan. 23, 1920 in Wooster, Ohio to Walter and Alma (Wells) Williamson. She married Alvin "Bud" Fleming on Sept. 11, 1939 in Woodsfield, Ohio; he died in 1999. She was a homemaker. She lived in Gladwin County since they owned the farm in 1948. She previously resided in Highland Park.

Surviving her are two daughters, Barbara (Barney) Hager of Indian River and Linda (Steve) Foutch of Gladwin; four grandchildren, Mike Fleming of Gladwin, Linda (Jim) Hoard of Gladwin, Pattie (Jim) Boutilier of Indian River, and Dave (Brenda) Hager of Gladwin; four step-grandchildren; four Great grandchildren; three Great step-grandchildren; a brother, Beryl Williamson of Petersburg, Ohio; and sister, Ruth Ayers of New Philadelphia, Ohio. She is predeceased by her parents and a sister, Lorainna Siebert.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, June 7 at the Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin with Pastor David Spring officiating. Burial took place at Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 06-08/2005 Column - 1 Page – 2

FREDDIE FLEMING (5 JUNE 1900 - 26 SEP 1906) Son of W. & G. Flemming, Aged 6 years, 3 months & 21 days


GEORGIA FLEMING (23 DEC 1865 - 5 JULY 1948) Mother, He giveth his beloved sleep

PIONEER RESIDENT DIES AT SON’S

Mrs. Georgia Fleming, 83, passed away at the home of her son Frank Fleming, in Marion, on Monday, July 5. The funeral services will be held at the Riley Evangelical Church on Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock with the Rev. S. R Wurtz officiating. Burial will be in the Ridge cemetery.

Mrs. Fleming was born in Oso, Ontario, Canada, on December 23, 1864. She was married to William Fleming in Gladwin, on June 12, 1887, and was a resident of this vicinity for about 75 years, until four years ago when she went to live with her son. Mr. Fleming died in 1915.

Surviving are two sons, Roy Fleming, of Gladwin and Frank Fleming, of Marion; one daughter, Mrs. Donna Eagleson, of Gladwin; 14 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. Six grandsons will act as pallbearers for their grandmother. Gladwin County Record dated 7-7/1948 Column – 6 Page – 1.

JOHN A. FLEMING (19 JUNE 1888 - 13 AUG 1910) Son of W. & G. Flemming, Aged 22 years, 1 month and 25 days

John A. Fleming, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Fleming of Sage township, died Aug. 13, 1910, aged 22 years, 1 month and 25 days. He lived at home with his parents until the fall of 1909 when he went to Flint to work.

He returned home a week before being taken ill, and after an illness of 2 weeks he passed away.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, conducted by Rev. G. B. Day, at 10 a. m. at the residence. Interment in Gladwin township cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-18/1910 Column – 4 Page – 1.


LAWRENCE L. FLEMING (22 NOV 1938 - 12 DEC 1988) Beloved Son

Lawrence L. Fleming, 50, of 144 Everson, San Francisco, Calif., died Monday, Dec. 12, in Kaiser-Permanente Med Center, San Francisco, after a long illness. Born in Gladwin, Nov. 22, 1938, he graduated from Gladwin High School in 1956. Mr. Fleming moved to California in 1959. He had been employed by Account Temps, in San Francisco for the past 18 years and was general manager.

Surviving are his mother, Mrs. Martin (Margie) Fleming of Gladwin; and several aunts and uncles.

Rites will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-14/1988 Column – 4 Page – 2.


MARGIE  E. (FOSTER) FLEMING (22 FEB 1921 - 15 DEC 1993)

Margie E. Fleming. 72, of 2635 Youngs Rd, Gladwin, died Wednesday, Dec. 15, 1993 in the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Gladwin, after a long illness. She was born in Gladwin on Feb. 22, 1921, and had spent her lifetime here. Mrs. Fleming was a licensed practical nurse at the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Gladwin, for 25 years and retired in 1986. She was a member of the Gladwin Eagles Auxiliary 3292. The former Margie Foster, she was married to Martin Fleming Jan. 15. 1938, in Gladwin. He preceded her in death on April 10, 1972.

Surviving are one brother, Charles Jr. of Gladwin; 2 sisters, Dorothy Scott of Gladwin and Delpha Browne of Dearborn and friend, Dustral Mansfield of Gladwin. She was preceded in death by a son, Lawrence, on Dec. 12, 1988.

Rites were held Friday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Robert Marshall officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. An Eagles Memorial Service was held Thursday at 7 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Free Methodist Church Building Fund. Gladwin County Record dated 12-22/1993 Column – 4 Page – 2.


MARTIN W. FLEMING (3 OCT 1917 - 10 APRIL 1972) True Courage, Husband & Father

Martin W. Fleming, 54, died Monday, April 10, at Gladwin Area Hospital, following a long illness. His home was at 2635 Youngs Rd., Gladwin.

Born in Detroit October 3, 1917, Mr. Fleming had been a resident of Gladwin County most of his life. He had been employed at Dow Chemical Co. in Midland for 17 years, but had retired because of his health. Mr. Fleming and the former Miss Margie Foster were married in Gladwin Jan. 15, 1938.

Surviving are his wife Margie; one son, Lawrence of San Francisco, Calif.; his father, Roy Fleming of Dearborn Heights; a brother, Alvin of Gladwin; and one sister, Miss Viola Fleming of Dearborn Heights.

Services will be Friday at 2:00 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin, with Rev. Melvin Stauffer officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 4-12/1972 Column – 4 Page – 2.


ROY FLEMING (29 JAN 1892 – 20 NOV 1973) Father

GLADWIN --- Funeral services for Roy Fleming, 80, of Dearborn Heights, were conducted today from the Hall Funeral Home here. Burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Mr. Fleming died Tuesday at the Oakwood Hospital in Dearborn.

Born Jan. 29, 1893 in Gladwin, Mr. Fleming was a retired machine shop owner. His wife Sophia died in August, 1970  Surviving is a son, Alvin (Bud) Fleming of Gladwin and a daughter, Miss Viola Fleming of Dearborn Heights; three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; a brother, Frank Fleming. MDN dated 11-24-1973 Page – 5.


SOPHIA F. (HAVEL) FLEMING (24 DEC 1906 – 30 AUG 1970) Mother

GLADWIN --- Funeral services for Mrs. Sophie Fleming, 63, of Dearborn Heights, a former Gladwin resident, will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. from Sacred Heart Catholic Church here. The Rev. Edward Trombley will officiate and burial will be in Ridge cemetery. Mrs. Fleming died last Sunday at Oakwood Hospital in Dearborn. She was born in Detroit Dec. 24, 1906. The former Sophie Havel married Roy Fleming June 18, 1927, at Toledo, Ohio. They lived in Gladwin from 1929 to 1950 and for the past 20 years, the Flemings resided in Dearborn Heights. Mrs. Fleming was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Dearborn.

Besides her husband, she is survived by a daughter, Viola of Dearborn Heights; two sons, Alvin (Bud) Fleming of Highland Park and Martin Fleming of Gladwin; three grandchildren; four great grandchildren and two brothers.

The Rosary will be recited at 9 pm. today at the Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin where friends may call. MDN dated 9-2-1970 Page – 3.


VIOLA ELAINE FLEMING (21 MARCH 1922 - 16 JUNE 2003)

Viola Elaine Fleming, 81, of Gladwin passed away June 16, 2003 at Gladwin Pines Nursing Home following a long illness. She was born March 21, 1922 to Roy and Emilia (Heffner) Fleming in Detroit. Viola worked as a secretary for Lynn Products in Garden City and moved to Gladwin County in 1997 from Dearborn Heights. She is survived by nieces Barbara Hagen of Indian River and Linda Foutch of Gladwin. She was predeceased by her parents as well as her step-mother, Sophie, and brothers Bud and Martin.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 19 at 11 a.m. at Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin with Pastor David Sprang officiating. Burial will take place in Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Visitation will be held Wednesday, June 18 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home.

 


WILLIAM FLEMING (9 MAY 1856 - 9 MARCH 1915) Aged 58 years & 10 months, Husband

 

William Fleming was born in Finella, Ont., May 9, 1856 and died at his home in Sage township March 9, aged 58 years and 10 months. He came to Gladwin county in 1882, and settled in Sage township. June 12, 1887, he was united in marriage with Miss Georgie Long. This union was

blessed with five children, two of whom, John and Fred, preceded him to the glory world. He came into this county 33 years ago, at which time the county was very new. He settled in Sage township and hewed out a good home. He was a good citizen and was twice elected to the office of township treasurer, and was holding that office at his death.

 

He was a consecrated Christian for several years, and Jan 25, 1903 he became a member of the Riley Evangelical church. He was a faithful member of the church, and held various offices such as trustee and class leader. He was a loving husband and father. His highest idea was to live in the fear of God.

 

During his sickness his sufferings were very severe but he was patient through it all and was only waiting for the call to go home. He had the blessed assurance that all was well with his soul and has gone home where sufferings are never known.

 

He leaves to mourn his departure a loving wife, one daughter, Mrs. Mary Eagleson of Gladwin, and two sons, Roy of Detroit and Frank who resides at home.

 

Funeral services were held at the Riley Evangelical church Friday, Mar. 12, conducted by the Rev. Sumner. Gladwin County Record dated 3-18/1915 Column – 5 Page – 4.

EDNA C. (BERG) FOOR (12 DEC 1917 - 29 MARCH 2000) s/w Wendell A.

Edna C. Foor, 82, of Gladwin, died Wednesday, March 29, 2000 at Gladwin Pines Nursing Home after a short illness. Born Dec. 12, 1917 in Gladwin, she was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County. Edna married Wendell Foor, Feb. 6, 1940 in Gladwin. He preceded her in death April 29, 1999. She was a farmer.

Surviving are four daughters, Karolyn and husband Harry Martin of Marion, Barbara and husband William Doty and Sue and husband James Westfall, all of Gladwin, and Sandra and husband Philip Smith of Richmond, Va.; one son, Ed of Gladwin; 14 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by three sisters, four brothers, and her parents. Services were held at 10 a.m. Saturday at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Gladwin, with Rev. Timothy Verity officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Our Savior Lutheran Church building fund. Hall Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 04-05/2000 Column - 4 Page - 2   


WENDELL ARTHUR FOOR (2 AUG 1916 - 29 APRIL 1999) s/w Edna C.

WENDELL A. FOOR

Wendell A. Foor, 82, of Gladwin, died Thursday, April 29, 1999 at the Gladwin Pines Nursing Home in Gladwin after a short illness. Born Aug. 2, 1916 in Gladwin County, he was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County. Wendell married the former Edna Berg, Feb. 6, 1940 in Gladwin. He owned his own farm and was a farmer.

Besides his wife he is survived by one son, Ed of Gladwin; four daughters, Karolyn and husband Harry Martin of Marion, Barbara and husband William Doty, and Sue and husband James Westfall, all of Gladwin; and Sandra and husband Philip Smith of Richmond, Va.; three sisters, Velda Jakubowski of Harbor Beach, Dorothy Warner of Clare, and Donna Haines of Gladwin; 14 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one sister, Verna Shear.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel with Rev. Timothy Verity officiating. Visitation will be from 2 to 9 p.m. Friday at Hall Funeral Home. Memorial Contributions may be made to Our Savior Lutheran Church building fund, or the National Kidney Foundation. Gladwin County Record dated 5-5/1999 Column – 2 Page – 2.


ANDREW AMOS FOOTE (3 JAN 1862 - 16 DEC 1938)

ANDREW FOOTE DIES FRIDAY AT HIS HOME

   Andrew Amos Foote was born in Paulding county, Ohio, January 3, 1862, and died at his home in Sherman township Friday. He was married to Effie Shuler in September, 1885, at Paulding, Ohio, by Rev. David Fitzwater. Mr. and Mrs. Foote came to Gladwin county in 1902; living on a farm in Sage township until 1918 when they moved to their farm in Sherman township, where he has since resided. Mrs. Foote preceded him in death May 2, 1925. Mr. Foote was a member of the Evangelical church in Sage township.

   Surviving him are four children, Noble of Butman township, Mrs. Dolly Johnson of Detroit, George of Sherman township and Mrs. Dorothy Geering of Detroit; one brother, Frank, of Toledo, Ohio; two sisters, Mrs. Isabella Clevinger of Elkhart, Indiana, and Mrs. Eugenia Wakefield of St. Joseph, Missouri; 18 grandchildren and two great grandchildren, besides other relatives and friends.

   Funeral services were held at the Sherman Free Methodist church Monday at 10 a.m., conducted by Rev. Eldon Cumins. Interment in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-21/1938 Column - 8 Page - 1

CATHARINE MATILDA (FAUSER) FOOTE (20 SEP 1830 - 1 MAY 1917)

   FOOTE---Catherine Matilda Fauser Foote was born Sept. 20, 1830, in Delaware county, Delaware, and died May 1, 1917, aged 86 years, 7 months and 11 days. She was married to Samuel Bud Foote Oct. 6, 1846, at Chester, Mass. Three sons and eight daughter were born to them. She moved to Ohio in 1855 and about eight years ago came to Gladwin county, where she has resided since, with her son, Andrew. Her husband, one son, and one daughter have preceded her to the great beyond. She united with the M. E. church in 1862. Services were held at the Wagarville church Thursday morning at 11 o'clock by Rev. W. W. Chatfield, followed by interment in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-03/1917 Column - 5 Page – 5


EFFIE JERUSHA (SCHULER) FOOTE (29 NOV 1868 - 2 MAY 1925) Age 56 years, Wife of Andrew A. Foote

MRS. A. A. FOOTE

Effie Serrusie Foote, wife of A. A. Foote, died Saturday, May 2, at her home in Sherman township, aged 56 years, five months, and three days. She was born in Ohio, Nov. 29, 1868, and has been a resident of this county many years.

Funeral services were held at the F. M. church in Sherman township Monday morning, May 4, by Rev. A . S. Bruff. Burial in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 5-7/1925 Column – 3 Page – 4.


NOBLE D. J. FOOTE (10 AUG 1886 - 8 SEP 1954)

SERVICES HELD FOR NOBLE FOOTE

   Funeral services were held at the Hall Funeral Home Saturday, Sept. 11 at 2:00 p.m. for Noble Foote, 68, who passed away at the Tolfree Memorial Hospital after an illness of three weeks. The son of the late Andrew and Effie Foote, Noble Foote was born in Paulding county, Ohio on Aug. 10, 1886. He had been a farmer in Gladwin county for 52 years, coming here from Ohio.

   He is survived by a son, Andrew of Alger; one grandchild and one great grandchild; also a brother, George of Gladwin; two sisters, Mrs. Dolly Johnson of Farmington and Mrs. Dorothy Geering of Detroit. Burial was in Ridge cemetery with the Rev. F. K. Starr officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 09-01/1954 Column - 3 Page - 1

MARY (COSTELLO) FORAN (28 NOV 1850 - 30 MAY 1918)

Foran - On Thursday at 1:30 p.m., May 30, 1918, occurred the death of Mrs. Mary Foran, an old and highly respected resident of Gladwin, after an illness of only one week. She is survived by three brothers, 11 children and 26 grandchildren. The brothers are Thomas Costello of Hartford, Wash., Daniel Costello of Madawaska, Ont., and William Costello of Renfrew, Ont., who reached Gladwin Saturday morning, only in time to be present at the burial. All of the children but three were present at the death of their mother - Michael of Craigville, Minn., Tom of New Westminister, B.C., who were unable to be reached by messages, and Mrs. Bert Bentley, who is seriously ill at her home in Saginaw; those present were Mrs. Joseph Kewley, Mrs. Will Hauber and Mrs. L. DesCormiers of Chicago, John Foran and Mrs. Fred Sisco of Gladwin and Patrick, Will and Miss Sara Foran at home. Mary Costello was born in Tipperary, Ireland, on Nov. 28, 1850. At the age of nine she came with her parents to America and through her girlhood and early married life made her home in Renfrew, Ont. At the age of 18 she was married to William Foran and in 1880 moved wither her family to Saginaw, Mich., where she lived until coming to Gladwin in 1888 where she has since made her home. On April 16, 1889, her husband was called to the better world. The funeral mass was said by Rev. Father Miller at the church of the Sacred Heart on Saturday morning at 10 o'clock with interment in Gladwin cemetery. Having received the full rites of her church she died with the same calm resignation to the will of God that she had shown all her life, strongly verifying the words, "As ye live, so shall ye die." May her soul rest in peace. Gladwin County Record dated 6-6/1918 Column – 4 Page – 5.

Contributed by: Barbara

Note: Found this obituary online. Not positive if she is buried in Ridge Cemetery. Please verify...


PATRICK H. FORAN (26 APR 1866 – 29 FEB 1944)

 

P. H. Foran Dies Here Tuesday

 

Patrick H. Foran, 77, well known Grout township farmer, died in an ambulance while enroute to the Gladwin Hospital, Tuesday afternoon. Mr Foran had been in ill health for some time and was being taken to the Hospital for treatment when his death occurred.

 

Funeral services will be held at the Sacred Heart Church here at 10 a. m. Friday with Father K. E. McGinn officiating. Burial will be in Ridge cemetery. The Holy Name Society of the Sacred Heart Church will say the Rosary for Mr. Foran at the Hall Funeral Home Thursday at 8 p. m. Mr. Foran was born in Ontario, Canada, on April 26, 1866, the son of William and Mary Foran. A bachelor, he had been a resident of this county for more than 50 years.

 

Surviving are four sisters, Mrs. Fred Sisco, Mrs. Mae Kully, Mrs. DeCormier and Mrs. Cyss Wymann; and two brothers, William Foran and Tom Foran. Five other brothers and sisters preceded him in death. Gladwin County Record dated 3-1/1944 Column – 8 Page – 1.


WILLIAM FORAN (ABT. 1841 - 16 APRIL 1890) Age 49 years

 

Wm. Foran, a respected citizen of Sage township, was buried last Friday, a large number of friends gathering at his residence, to pay their last respects. Mr. Foran was about 50 years of age, and leaves a widow and large family. He came to Sage township a few years ago, and had commenced to make for himself and family a comfortable home. Gladwin County Record dated 4-25/1890 Column – 5 Page – 5.


MARJORIE M. (DEMARAY) FORGIE (5 APRIL 1892 - 31 MAY 1930)

 

MRS. ROBERT FORGIE

Mrs. Robert Forgie died May 31, 1930, of spinal disease after a long illness at the Wyandotte General hospital. Marjorie Demaray, daughter of Edwin and Catherine Demaray, was born April 5, 1892, in Sanilac county, Michigan, and came to Gladwin county in 1923. She was married to Robert Forgie in 1924 at Taft, California.

Mrs. Forgie is survived by her husband, her son Jimmie, one brother and five sisters, Duncan Demaray, Mrs. Ethel Hall and Mrs. Nettie Wesley of Gladwin county; Mrs. Walter Irwin of Bentley; Miss Susie Demaray of Detroit and Mrs. Walter Delp of Elyria, Ohio. Mrs. Forgie had a social genial disposition, and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. The body was brought to Gladwin and services were held at the Sage Evangelical church Wednesday afternoon, followed by burial at Ridge cemetery.


CHARLES A. FOSTER (25 MAY 1925 - 16 AUG 1998), s/w Dorothy L.

 

CHARLES A. FOSTER

 

Charles A. Foster, 73, of Gladwin, died Sunday, Aug. 16, 1998 at Gladwin Pines Nursing Home in Gladwin after a long illness. Born May 25, 1925 in Gladwin, he served in World War II in the Navy. He lived in Gladwin County 20 years. Charles married the former Dorothy Donn, Oct. 12, 1946 in Gladwin. He worked for General Motors Detroit Diesel as a diesel repairman, retiring in

1978 after 30 years. He was also a member of the VFW Post 11256, Oddfellows, and Eagles

Aerie #3292.

 

Besides his wife he is survived by three sons, Keith of Skandia, Calvin of West Branch, and Dale and wife Cammie of Gladwin; one daughter, Suzanne Foster of Key West, Fla.; one niece; one

nephew; and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by three sisters.

 

Services will be held at 11 a.m. tomorrow (Thursday) at Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel, with Rev. Paul Klassen officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Graveside services will be under the auspices of VFW Post #11256. Visitation will be today (Wednesday) noon to 9 p.m.

The Eagles Aerie 3292 will hold a memorial service this evening (Wednesday). Memorial contributions can be made to Oak Grove Log Church, VFW Post #11256, or The Salvation Army. Gladwin County Record dated 8-19/1998 Column – 4 Page – 2.

 

USA NAVY WWII

 

DOROTHY L. FOSTER (1928 - ?) s/w Charles A., Together Forever


ELEANOR ANN (BAILEY) FOUCHA (8 JAN 1874 - 8 DEC 1955) Wife, s/w Floyd F.

Funeral services were held Sunday at 2 p. m. at the Mirier Funeral Home for Mrs. Eleanor Ann Foucha, 81, who died of a cerebralhemorrhage at the Henry Rhodes home in Beaverton township, Thursday Dec. 8. Eleanor Ann Bailey was born Jan. 8, 1874 in Ontario, Canada. She married Floyd Foucha in 1920 who preceded her in death in 1952.

She is survived by one brother, John Bailey of Holly; one stepson, Alfred Foucha of.Detroit, and several neices and nephews of Gladwin. One son preceded her indeath. She is a sister of the late Mrs. Sarah J. Powley.

Burial was in Ridge cemetery with the Rev. Ernest MacDonald officiating. Nephews and grandnephews were pallbearers. Gladwin County Record dated 12-14/1955 Column – 4 Page – 2.


FLOYD F. FOUCHA (12 SEP 1884 - 23 APRIL 1952) Husband, s/w Eleanor A.

Floyd Foucha

Floyd Foucha, 65, died of a heart attack at Receiving Hospital in Detroit on Wednesday, April 23.

Funeral services were held in St. Boniface Catholic church in Detroit on Saturday morning and at the Miner Funeral Home on Monday morning, where the Rev. John Scott officiated. Burial was made in Ridge cemetery.

Surviving are his wife, Anna; two sons and one sister also several nieces and nephews near Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 4-30/1952 Column – 5 Page – 1.


EDWARD EWALD FRANK (2 FEB 1882 – 5 JAN 1936) Father

Edward Frank, Sherman Township, Dies Sunday

Rev. Bernard C. Roth held services Wednesday morning, January 8, at the Zion Lutheran church at Oberln for Edward Frank. Burial was at the Ridge cemetery.

Born in Poland February 2, 1882 he came to the United States in 1900. He first made his home at Cleveland, Ohio, and has been a resident of Gladwin county about 20 years. He died Sunday morning January 5, at his home in Sherman township after an illness of about a week.

His wife, nine children, six grandchildren and one brother survive him. Gladwin County Record dated 1-8/1936 Column – 4 Page – 1.

EWALD EDWARD FRANK (1905 – 16 NOV 1934)

EWALD EDWARD FRANK

Ewald Edward Frank, 29 years old, died November 16, 1934, at Lakeside hospital, Cleveland, Ohio. His wife, two sons, Victor 5, and Larry 4, of Cleveland, and parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Frank of Gladwin and two sisters, Mrs. Dorothy Heard of Detroit and Mrs. Margaret Byers of Gladwin survive him. Gladwin County Record dated 12-5/1934 Column – 4 Page – 1.
JULIA FRANK (1856 – AUG 1931) Wife

MRS. ED. FRANK

Mrs. Ed. Frank of Sherman township died Saturday night at Mercy hospital, Bay City. Funeral serviceswere held at the Lutheran church at Oberlin Monday afternoon, followed by burial at Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-27/1931 Column – 3 Page – 1.


FREDERICK ALEXANDER FREIER (9 AUG 1882 - 27 MAY 1955)

F. A. FREIER DEAD AT 72

 

GLADWIN --- Frederick A. Freier, 72, retired Gladwin Township farmer died at 1:45 a.m. today at his home after several months illness. Born Aug. 9, 1882, in Presque Isle County, Mr. Freier was a member of the Wagarville Methodist Church in Gladwin County.

Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Verna Freier; one son, Melvin of Gladwin; five daughters, Mrs. Roseltha Matthews of Capac; Mrs. Alice Medland and Mrs. Esel Kitchen of Pontiac; Mrs. Marguerite Burke of Beaverton and Mrs. Geraldine Lidster of Tiffin, Ohio; 20 grandchildren and two great grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Martha Grey of Bay City and three brother.

Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m., Monday, from the Wagarville Methodist Church with the Rev. Frank Gardner officiating assisted by the Rev. George B. White, of the Gladwin Baptist Church. Burial will be made in the Ridge cemetery Gladwin County.

Friends may call at the Miner Funeral Home in Gladwin until noon Friday, then at the Freier residence until time of services. MDN dated 5-26 1955 Page - 4.

GILBERT L. FREIER (12 SEP 1909 - 12 AUG 1953)

Former Resident Dies Suddenly

Gilbert L. Freier, 43, died suddenly on Wednesday, August 12. Funeral services  were held on Friday from the Wagarville Methodist church, with the Rev. FrankGardner officiating. Burial was made in the Ridge cemetery. Mr. Freier was born in Hamburg, Michigan, on September 12, 1909. He worked at die setting in a defense plant.

Surviving are one son, Ronald, with the U. S. Navy; two daughters, Mrs. Shirley Kennedy and Miss Beverly Freier, both of Pontiac; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Freier, of Gladwin township; one brother, Melvin Freier, of Gladwin township; five sisters, Mrs. Roseltha Matthews of Dryden, Mrs. Alice Medlin and Mrs. Esel Kitchen, both of Pontiac, Mrs. Marguerite Burke of St. Clair Shores and Mrs. Geraldine Lidster of Tiffin, Ohio.

Pallbearers were John Wagar, Ron Bellinger, Lorne Wagar, Victor Edick, John Bellinger and Ross Koontz. Gladwin County Record dated 8-19/1953 Column – 1 Page – 1.


MARGARET I. (MCGRATH) FREIER (10 JUNE 1918 - 13 FEB 2000)

Beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Margaret I. Freier was born June 10, 1918 in Beaverton to John and Isabel Trumble McGrath. Melving E. Freier and Margert were married in Gladwin, May 9, 1938 and have celebrated more than 60 years of life together. For the past four years, she has resided at the Gladwin Living Centre.

Margaret is survived by her husband; oen son, John (Linda) Freier; two daughters, Darlene DeMoines (Kip Fritcher), and Hazel (Roger) Heyn; six grandchildren, Kurt, Karl (Kristine), Dawn (Jack), Trevor, Eric (Corina), and Chad; six great-grandchildren, Keith, Kaitlyn, Jonathon, Kurt, Kirk, and Nathan; one sister, Mary (Paul) Offenbeck; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents; stepfather, Walter Martin; and brother, John McGrath. Margaret was self-employed and operated an adult foster care home for 20 years. She was a member of the Wagarville Methodist Church. She devoted her life to the happiness of others.

Our deepest appreciation and gratitude are extended to her loving caregiver and our friend, Sharon Fitzpatrick. Cremation has taken place and interment will be in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-16/2000 Column - 2 Page - 2

MELVIN EDWARD FREIER (3 JAN 1917 - 24 JUNE 2001)

Melvin E. Freier, Our beloved father, Melvin E. Freier, was born Jan. 3, 1917 in Gladwin to Vernea Koontz Freier and Frederick Freier. After a lengthy illness, he left this earth June 24, 2001 to be with our mother, who preceded him in death Feb. 13, 2000. Our parents, Melvin and Margaret, were united in marriage May 9, 1938. They shared 61 years together.

During their years of marriage, they became the parents of three children, Hazel, John (Linda), and Dar (Kip). Also surviving are six grandchildren, Kurt, Karl (Kristine), Dawn (Jack), Trevor (Stacey), Eric (Corina), and Chad; eight great-grandchildren, Keith, Kaitlyn, Jonathon, Kurt, Kirk, Nathan, Stephanie, and Cody; sisters, Roseltha Mathews, Esel (Glenn) Kitchen, and Geraldine (Kenneth) Lidster; sisters-in-law, Thelma Freier Hubbel and Mary (Paul) Offenbecker; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; sons-in-law, Kirk DeMoines and Roger Heyn; sisters, Alice Medlen and Marguerite Burke; brother, Gilbert; brother-in-law, John McGrath; and in-laws, Walter and Isabel Martin. Dad farmed the family homestead and retired from The Dow Chemical Company. He had been an avid deer hunter, fisherman, and beekeeper.

Cremation has taken place and interment will be held in Ridge Cemetery at a later date. Memorial services for dad and mom will be held at 11:30 a.m. tomorrow (Thursday) at the Hall Funeral Home, 440 E. Cedar Ave., Gladwin. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.


RONALD FREIER (17 MARCH 1963 - 23 MARCH 1963) Infant son of Ronald & Evelyn Freier

VERONICA LACRACIA (KOONTZ) FREIER (2 OCT 1887 - 3 SEP 1970)

RITES HELD FOR MRS. FREIER, 82

   Mrs. Vernea L. Freier, 82, of Gladwin Township, died Friday, Sept. 4, at her home at 2326 Dassay Road. The former Vernea Koontz, she was born on Oct. 2, 1887 in Gladwin and spent her lifetime here. Mrs. Freier was a member of the Wagarville Community Methodist Church and WSCE and the Gladwin County Farm Bureau. She was married to Frederick Freier on June 18, 1905, in Gladwin. He preceded her in death on May 27, 1955. Surviving are five daughters, Mrs. Roseltha Mathews, of North Branch, Mrs. Alice Medlen, of Waterford, Mrs. Esel Kitchen, of Pontiac, Mrs. Marguerite Burke, of Mt. Clemens, and Mrs. Geraldine Lidster, of Tiffin, Ohio; one son, Melvin, of Gladwin; one brother, Elmer Koontz, of Gladwin: 22 grandchildren and 37 great grandchildren. One son, Gilbert, also preceded her in death in 1954. Services were held Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. from the Miner-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Leonard Washmuth, of Door, officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-09/1970 Column - 6 Page - 1

LEONARD G. "SILVER" FRIES (1921 – 7 JULY 1987) m. 6 Jan 1942, s/w Margaret J.

LEONARD FRIES

 

Leonard G. (Slivers) Fries, 66, of 2942 Youngs Rd., Gladwin, died Tuesday, July 7, in the Gladwin Area Hospital after a short illness. Born in Gladwin April 2,1921, he had spent his lifetime here. He had been a truck driver for Shull Transport for 24 years. Mr. Fries

was a member of the Gladwin FOE 3292. Mr. Fries and the former Margaret Fiser were married Jan. 6,1942, in Gladwin.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Gene of Harrison; one daughter; Mrs. Lonnie Doan of Gladwin; his mother, Mrs. Pearl Wray of Flint; 4 brothers, Delmar Fries of Arizona, Robert Fries of New Lothrup, William Wray of

Grand Blanc and Lyle Wray of Clio; 3 sisters, Mrs. Viola Gower of Hope, Mrs. Jeanette Flores of Saginaw and Mrs. Nancy Edgar of Gladwin; 4 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

 

Services were held Friday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Joel Hurley officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. An Eagles memorial service was held Thursday at 8 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Cancer Society or Gladwin County Hospice. Gladwin County Record dated 7-15/1987 Column - 2 Page - 2.

MARGARET J. (FISER) FRIES (1922 - ?) m. 6 Jan 1942, s/w Leonard “Sliver”


ANNA MARIE (BENNETT) FRYE (6 MARCH 1873 - 23 NOV 1959)

ILLNESS FATAL TO MRS. ANNA FRYE

   Anna Marie Frye, 86, died Monday at the Gladwin Nursing Home after an illness of five years. Mrs. Frye was born on March 6, 1873, in Branch County, and was married to Melvin Frye; he preceded her in death in 1943. She has been a resident of Gladwin County since 1907.

   Survivors include one son, Harold, of Plymouth; two daughters, Mrs. Ellen Demary and Mrs. Edith Edick, of Gladwin; two sisters, Mrs. G. J. Miller of Fremont and Mrs. Julius Spooner, of Muskegon; 16 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren. One son, Dewey, two brothers and one sister preceded her in death.

   Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home with the Rev. E. Fogelsonger officiating and burial will be in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-24/1959 Column - 7 Page – 1


BRIAN JERRY FRYE (6 MAY 1944 - 2 SEP 1945) s/w Natalie

Bury Accident Victim Here

Brian Jerry Frye, one year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Frye died Tuesday from injuries receivedin an accident, at the home of his parents in Plymouth.He was born in Northville, on May 6, 1944, and leaves to mourn besides his parents,one sister, VaLois and a brother Marvin; three grandparents, Mrs M. F. Frye and Mr. and Mrs. Wm H. Shell of Gladwin.

Other relatives are Mr. and Mrs. Earl Shell, Mr. and Mrs. Iris Greer and Donald Shell, of Gladwin; Mr. and Mrs. Dewey Frye, of Lansing; and Edith Edick and Bonnie Shell in the service; all are aunts and uncles.

Burial took place in the Ridge cemetery in Gladwin, following funeral services held at Northville, on Thursday, September 6. Gladwin County Record dated 9-12/1945 Column – 3 Page – 1.


HAZEL LEAH (SHELL) FRYE (25 DEC 1914 - 12 DEC 2000) Mom

Hazel L. Frye, 85, of Gladwin, died Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2000 at Gladwin Pines Nursing Center following a lingering illness. Born Christmas Day 1914 in Gladwin County, she was the daughter of the late William and Pearl (Hooker) Shell. She was formerly married to the late Harold J. Frye. She was a teacher and taught at the Hockaday School, The White Brick School, Rau School in West Branch, and the Truesdell School in Canton. She also worked for the Office of Economics Opportunity, and was a census worker.

Surviving are four sons, Marvin and wife Pat, Rodney and wife Gerry, and Gregory and wife Kim, all of Gladwin, and Elton and wife Linda of Beaverton; two daughters, VaLois and husband Irving Burns of Gladwin and Vana and husband Joseph Haley of Birch Run; one brother, Donald Shell of Gladwin; 18 grandchildren; and 36 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two children, Natalie Gaynor and B. Jerry Frye; two sisters, Valda Greer and Verona Bonnie Ault; and one brother, Grant Shell. Services were held Friday at the Sisson Funeral Home with the Rev. Mary Schuetz officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-20/2000 Column -  5 Page - 2


MELVIN FREDERICK FRYE (31 MARCH 1871 - 6 SEP 1943)

SERVICES THURSDAY FOR M. F. FRYE

   Funeral services for Melvin F. Frye were held at the Hall Funeral Parlors, Thursday, September 9, conducted by Rev. L. D. Richmond. Melvin Frederick Frye was born in Calhoun county, Michigan, March 31, 1871, and died September 6, 1943, at the age of 72. At the age of 14 he moved with his parents to Newaygo county, where he resided until the time of his marriage. He married Anna M. Bennett, November 12, 1893, which would have made 50 years of married life this November. Four children were born --- two daughters, Mrs. Ellen Shell of Gladwin and Mrs. Edith Edick of Detroit, and two sons, Dewey J of Lansing and Harold J of Plymouth.

   Mr. and Mrs. Frye lived near Grand Rapids for a period of 5 years, then returned to Newaygo County, where Mr. Frye was employed in the carpenter trade until 1908 when they purchased a farm in Butman Township here where they resided until the time of his death. Mr. Frye has been active in public affairs, having held the offices of townshi treasurer, highway commissioner, President of the Butman-Sherman Federal Farm Loan Association and school director.

   He is survived by his widow; four children; one brother, Bert Frye of Bristol, Ind.; on e sister, Mrs. B. R. Miller of Iron Mountain, Michigan; twelve grandchildren, four great grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. Those attending the funeral from out of town except the immediated family were Bert Frye of Bristol, Ind.; Mr. and Mrs. Berniece Frye and daughter of Sturgis; Mrs. Julia Spooner of Muskegon; Mr. and Mrs. Chas Miller, Mr. and Mrs. A. I. Miller, Mr. Elias Bennett, Mr. and Mrs. Claire Bennett, Mrs. Wayne Bennett, Mr. and Mrs. Milo Smith, Emil Johnson and daughter of Fremont, Mr. and Mrs. Wm Shell of Detroit, Mr and Mrs. Edison Shepherd of Midland, Mrs. Gilbert Albee and sons, Mrs. Robert Shell and Tresa Shell of Bay City. Interment was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-15/1943 Column - 3 Page – 5


NATALIE GAYNOR FRYE (31 DEC 1941 - 10 MAY 1942) s/w B. Jerry


LOUISA CATHARINE LYONS FULKS (1 MAY 1852 - 14 SEP 1915)

Fulks. — Mrs. Louise Catharine Fulks was born in Riehland county, Ohio, May 11, 1852, and departed this life at her home in Gladwin county, Mich., Sept. 14, 1915, aged 63 years, 4 months, and 3 days.

At the age of 2 years she came to Williams county, Ohio, with her parents and settled on a farm near Alvordton, Ohio, living there until she was united in marriage to William H. Fulks, Dec. 26, 1874. To this union was born five children—four sons and one daughter. Their son, James Arthur Fulks was born Oct. 20, 1879, and preceded to the spirit land Feb. 14, 1883. The surviving children are Mrs. Susan Zelley Clark of Gladwin county, Mich., George H. Fulks, of Waldron, Mich., David E. Fulks of Gladwin county and Charles E. Fulks of Lansing.

At the beginning of Mrs. Fulks life she united with the U. B. church. She trusted in her Savior and was ready and willing to go. During her sickness she often expressed her desire for her Savior to come and take her home. She was a devoted wife and kind mother and neighbor, having a pleasant word for everyone, and will be greatly missed. She leaves to mourn her loss her four children and 11 grandchildren, two brothers, two sisters and a host of friends. Gladwin County Record dated 9-23/1915 Column – 6 Page – 1.

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MICHAEL J. GALLAGHER (11 DEC 1941 - 24 NOV 2002)

 

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CARL F. GARBER (13 JULY 1895 - 7 MARCH 1981) s/w Carrie C.

CARL GARBER

Carl F. Garber, 85, of 2869 West Weber Rd., Gladwin, died Saturday, March 7, in the Bay Medical Center. Born in Henry County, Ohio, on July 13, 1895, he came to Gladwin County in 1909. Mr. Garber was a Gladwin County Road Commissioner for 18 years and worked as a foreman for seven years. He also farmed and was a brick mason. He was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church. Mr. Garber and the former Carrie Greer were married November 5, 1916. She preceded him in death February 1, 1961.

Surviving are 3 sons, Leslie and Ronald of Gladwin and Laurence of Troy; 2 daughters, Mrs. Leo (Marilyn) Atkinson of Clio and Mrs. John (Geneva) Bellinger of Gladwin; one sister, Clara Brandt of Deshler, Ohio; 11 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.

Services were held Tuesday at 11 a.m. from Our Savior Lutheran Church. The Rev. Herbert Biermann officiated and burial was in the RidgeCemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 3-11/1981 Column – 4 Page – 2.


CAROLYN M. (COLBERG) GARBER (14 MARCH 1929 - 15 APRIL 1996) s/w Leslie

CAROLYN M. GARBER

Carolyn M. Garber, 67, of Gladwin died Monday, April 15, 1996 at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center - Gladwin following a long Illness. Born March 14, 1929 in Bay City, she resided in Gladwin since 1946. Mrs. Garber had been employed by Palmer's Grocery and Ray's Grocery in Gladwin as a store clerk until retiring In 1976. She was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Gladwin.

The former Carolyn Colberg married Leslie Garber July 27, 1946 In Gladwin. Besides her husband, she is survived by one son, Richard and wife Theresa of Gladwin; 2 daughters, Virginia and husband Chris Dargis of Prudenvllle, and Leslie and husband Donald Vrabel of Andrews Air Force Base, Md.; her mother, Ellen Suitor of Gladwin; one brother, Ormey Colberg of Bay City; one sister, Margaret Varcia of Bay City; 5 grandchildren; and one greatgrandchild. She was preceded in death by a son, Robert in 1949 and a sister, Ruth Dummeldinger in 1978.

Services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 18 from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin chapel. The Rev. Timothy Verity will officiate and burial will follow in Ridge Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home today (Wednesday) from noon to 9 p.m. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the Hospice of Gladwin Area. Gladwin County Record dated 4-17/1996 Column – 1 Page – 7.


CARRIE C. (GREER) GARBER (6 DEC 1897 - 1 FEB 1961) s/w Carl F.

Rites Held for Mrs. Carl Garber

Funeral services were held Friday at 2 p. m. at St.Paul’s Lutheran Church for Mrs. Carrie Garber, 63, who died Wednesday, following a one year illness. The Rev. William Hassold officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. A lifetime resident of Gladwin County, the former Miss Carrie Greer was born on Dec. 6, 1897, in Gladwin Township. She was married to Carl Garber on Nov. 5, 1916, in Gladwin.

Survivors include her husband, Carl; three sons, Leslie, and Ronald, of Gladwin, and Lawrence, of Tucson, Ariz.; two daughters, Mrs. Geneva Bellinger, of Gladwin, and Mrs. Marilyn Atkinson, of Clio; two sisters, Mrs. Maude Anderson, of Gladwin and Mrs. Freda Brandt of Flint; a brother, Elmer Greer, of Flint; and 10 grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 2-8/1961 Column – 2 Page – 1.


JENNETTA GARBER (5 MAY 1919 - 26 OCT 1920) Daughter of Carl & Carrie


LESLIE C. GARBER (11 APRIL 1921 - 5 AUG 2004) s/w Carolyn M.

   Leslie Garber, age 83, of Gladwin, passed away on August  5, 2004 at Kings Nursing Center in Houghton Lake, Michigan after a long illness.He spent his whole life in Gladwin county.  Leslie was born on April 11, 1921 to Carl and Carrie (Greer) Garber in Bay City, Michigan. He served in the Army during  WWII. He was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church, Gladwin. He married the late Carolyn (Colberg) on July 27, 1946 in Gladwin. She predeceased him in 1996.

   Surviving him are son, Richard (Theresa) Garber of Florida, Michigan ; daughters, Virginia (Chris) Dargis of Prudenville; Leslie (Donald) Vrabel of F.E. Warren Air Force Base,Cheyan, WY; 5 grandchildren and 3 Great-grandchildren; brother, Ron (Thelma) Garber of Gladwin; sisters, Genieva Bellinger of Gladwin; Marlyn (Leo) Atkinson of West Olive; brother, Lawrence ( Barbara) Garber; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife; parents; son Robert Garber; brother-in-law, John Bellinger.

   Funeral services were held on August 9, 2004 at Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin with Rev. Timothy Verity officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Gladwin County Record

 

ARCHIBALD W. GARBET (? - 27 MARCH 1907) Aged 66 years, 10 months &14 days,

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CLIFFORD GARBET (20 APRIL 1906 - 12 JUNE 1906)

Report comes that Dexter Garbet's infant son died the 12th inst., from pneumonia, or the effects of the whooping cough, and Cecil, the next youngest child, has inflammation of the lungs. Gladwin County Record dated 6-21/1906 Column – 3 Page – 8.


DEXTER GARBET (30 NOV 1864 – 10 JAN 1938) m. 1 Aug 1887, s/w Mary Monroe

Dexter Garbet, Pioneer Resident Dies Monday

Funeral services were held this afternoon at one o'clock at the L.D.S. church for Dexter Garbet followed by burial at the Ridge cemetery. He was a son of Mr. and Mrs. William Henry Garbet, former residents of Gladwin, and was born November 30, 1864, in Chatham, Ontario, and is the eldest of six children and the only survivor. He married Mary Monroe August 1, 1887.

A few years later they came to Gladwin and have been residents of this county 46 years. They celebrated their Golden wedding anniversary August 1 with a picnic in Gladwin State park.

They lived on a farm in Gladwin township until they retired a few years ago and moved to their present home in Riverside addition. He died Monday, January 10, of the effects of a stroke which he suffered December 10, 1937.

Mrs. Garbet survives him with three sons and three daughters. Percy Garbet of Detroit. Russel and Cecil Garbet of Flint, Mrs. May Reigle of Flushing, Mrs. Ida .Middleton of Otisville and Mrs. Maude Ayre of Gladwin, 20 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 1-12/1938 Column – 8 Page – 1.


MARGRET GARBET (? - 26 NOV 1883) Aged 12 years & 6 months


MARY (MONROE) GARBET (21 MARCH 1868 – 24 MAY 1942) m. 1 Aug 1887, s/w Dexter

Services Held For Mrs. Mary Garbet

Mrs Mary Garbet died Thursday, May 24st at the home her daughter, Mrs. May Reigle of

Flushing. Mrs. Garbet was born March 21, 1868 in Canada and was one of the early pioneers of this county, coming here in 1891. Her husband preceded her in death in January 10, 1938 and of late Mrs. Garbet has been living with her children.

Surviving are three sons, Percy of Detroit, Russell and Cecil of Flint, three daughters, Mrs. Maude Ayre of Gladwin, Mrs. May Reigle of Flushing and , Mrs. Ida Middleton of Flint, 20 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren besides other relatives and friends.

Prayer services were held at the home of Mrs. Maude Ayre at 1:30 p. m. Sunday, followed by services at the Gladwin L. D. S. Church at 2 p. m. Elder Floyd Burt officiated and burial was made in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 5-27/1942 Column – 5 Page – 1.


MARY I. GARBET (1851 - 25 APRIL 1917)

   GARBET---Mrs. W. H. Garbet died at her home in Beaverton April 25, after a short illness with pneumonia. Funeral services were held at the L.D.S. church, and interment took place at the Ridge cemetery, north of Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 05-03/1917 Column - 5 Page – 2

 

WILLIAM HENRY GARBET (25 AUG 1842 – 8 MAR 1923)

 

William Garbet departed this life March 8, 1923, at the age of 80 years, 6 months and 13 days, at the home of his son, Dexter Garbet, Gladwin township, where he had made his home the past four years. William Garbet was born August 25, 1842, at Napanee, Canada and was united in marriage to Miss Urena Lake in 1862, who departed this life in 1888. To this union were born eight children, six of whom survive with 21 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. After her death he married Miss Mary Walker in, Lindsay, Canada, in 1889, who departed this life April 25, 1917, at Beaverton.

 

Mr. Garbet came to Gladwin county in 1890 where he has since been a resident. He united with the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ, Latter Day Saints in 1887 and has since been a faithful member. He departed this life in peace and has gone to the paradise of God, there to await the morning of the first resurrection.

 

Services were conducted by Elder Geo. Bailey of Beaverton, Sunday, at 10 o'clock at. L .D. S. church in Gladwin. Burial in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 3-15/1923 Column – 4 Page – 5.

 

GEORGE GARDEN (23 NOV 1866 - 20 MARCH 1901)

 

GODFREY GARDEN (5 MARCH 1872 - 18 SEP 1953)

 

LYLE B. GARY (31 OCT 1943 – 03 JULY 2006)


Midland Daily News (MI)-July 5, 2006

Lyle B. Gary, 62, of Gladwin, died Monday, July 3, 2006, at the MidMichigan Medical Center, Midland, after a short illness.
He was born on Oct. 31, 1943, in Gladwin, to Kenneth and Jean (Nestell) Gary. He had been a factory worker for General Motors - Saginaw Steering Gear for 31 years, retiring in 1995. He was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County. He was a member of the Gladwin Masonic Lodge and the First United Methodist Church, Gladwin. He married the former Shari Pickard on May 18, 1963, in Gladwin.

      
Gary is survived by his wife, Shari Gary of Gladwin; his sons, Troy Gary of Gladwin and Todd Gary of Gladwin; his grandsons, Alec and Ethan; his daughter, Deborah and Lindsey Semple of Gillette, Wyo.; his sister, Carol and Bill Clarke of Gladwin; his mother, Jean Gary of Gladwin; his mother-in-law and father-in-law, George and Evelyn Pickard of Gladwin; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his daughter, Denise on Feb. 14, 1967; and his father, Ken in 2005.
       
Funeral services will be held Friday, July 7, 2006, 11 a.m. at the Hall Funeral Home, 440 E. Cedar Ave., Gladwin (989) 426-7651. Pastor Sam Wilson and Pastor Lynn Chappell will officiate, with burial in the Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Visitation will be Thursday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the funeral home.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Gladwin Area Hockey Association or Gladwin Little League.

 

CLARENCE W. GAUPILL (11 MAY 1899 - 30 JUNE 1947)

 

Clarence Goupill Dies Suddenly

 

Clarence Goupill, 48, died suddenly on Monday afternoon while being taken to the hospital, after

suffering a stroke earlier in the day. Mr. Goupill, who has lived here for the past seven years, was better known in this, vicinity as "Bud" Goupill, and was employed at Charlie's Place in Gladwin. He was born in Battle Creek on May 11, 1899 and was married to Miss Mildred Smale in 1930. They made their home in Detroit until the time when they moved to Gladwin.

 

Surviving besides his wife, are two brothers, Frederick, of Detroit and Harry, of Gladwin; two sisters, Alice, of Toledo, Ohio and Catherine, of Milan.

 

Funeral services will be held on Friday morning at 10 o'clock at the Sacred Heart Church, with

the Rev. Fr. K. E. McGinn officiating. A Rosary will be read at the Hall Funeral Home on Thursday

evening at 8 o'clock. Burial will be in the Gladwin cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 7-2/1947 Column – 5 Page – 1
     
CARL H. GELDBACH (12 JUNE 1898 – 13 NOV 1969) s/w Emma

 

Rites Held Here for Florida Man

 

Carl H. Geldbach, 71, of Zephyrhills, Fla., died Thursday, Nov. 13, after an illness of several years. Born in Rhadern, Germany, on June 12, 1898, he was retired from an electrical appliance firm in Detroit. Mr. Geldbach lived in Detroit for 85 years before moving to Florida in 1958. He spent several summers in Gladwin County.

 

Besides his wife, Emma, he is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Brunhilde Orthner, of Madeira Beach, Fla., and Mrs. Eleanore Renas, of Westland; one brother, Willie, of Rhadern, Germany;

three sisters, Mrs. Amelia Beyll, of Linwood, Calif., and Mrs. Rita Otte, and Mrs. Luise Romerskircher, of Dusseldorf, Germany.

 

Rites were held Tuesday at 11 a. m. from the Miner-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev.

Winston Decker officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-19/1969 Column – 5 Page – 2.


EMMA (VOELKEL) GELDBACH (1 OCT 1899 – 25 JUNE 1991) s/w Carl

 

EMMA GELDBACH

 

Emma V. Geldbach, 91, of Clearwater, Fla. and formerly of Gladwin, died Tuesday, June 25,

1991, in Florida after a long illness. Born in Germany, Oct. 1, 1899, she had spent the last 30 years in Florida and summered in Gladwin. The former Emma Voelkel, she was married to Carl Geldbach in Germany on Oct. 29, 1922. He preceded her in death in 1969.

 

Surviving are 2 daughters, Brunhilde Orthner of Madeira Beach, Fla. and Eleanore Renas of Westland; 7 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. A sister, Margaret Voelkel, preceded her in death.

 

Rites were held Saturday at 1 p.m. in the Ridge Cemetery with the Rev. Pat Clarey officiating.

Arrangements were in charge of the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 7-3/1991 Column – 3 Page – 2.


CARL W. GERMAN (17 AUG 1919 - 21 SEP 1990)

 

CARL GERMAN

 

Carl W. German, 71 of Gladwin, died Friday, Sept. 21, 1990, at his home after a long bout with cancer. Born in Detroit, Aug. 17, 1919, he moved to Gladwin County in 1979. Mr. German spent his winters in Florida. He was a retired plant superintendent and a veteran of World War II. Mr. German and the former Eleanor (Ruth) Doede were married June 14, 1947, in Gladwin.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Douglas and Rodney of Sterling Heights; one sister,

Geraldine Tomchuck of Scottsdale, Ariz.; one brother, Gordon Dennings of Swartz Creek; and 4 grandchildren.

 

Services were held Monday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Joel

Hurley officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 9-26/1990 Column – 2 Page – 2.

 

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ELEANOR RUTH (DOEDE) GERMAN (8 FEB 1922 - 14 JUNE 1994)

 

ELEANOR RUTH GERMAN

 

Eleanor Ruth German, 72, of Gladwin, died Tuesday, June 14, at her home. Born Feb. 8, 1922 in Gladwin, she returned to the area in 1979. The former Eleanor Doede, she married Carl German in Gladwin on June 14. 1947. He died Sept. 21, 1990.

 

Survivors include 2 sons, Douglas and Rodney, both of Sterling Heights; 3 sisters, Marian Campbell of Waterford, and Doris Friesen of Troy, and Margie Barshun of Northville.; and 4 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 2 brothers.

 

Rites were held Saturday, June 18, at 11 a.m. from Sisson Funeral Home. The Rev. Robert

Marshall officiated, and burial was held in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 6-29/1994 Column – 4 Page – 2.

ALBERT GILBERT (2 JULY 1911 - 15 AUG 1981)

 

Albert Gilbert, 70, of 976 N. Oberlin Rd., Gladwin, died Saturday, Aug. 15, at his home. Born in Jackson on July 2, 1911, he came to Gladwin County in 1915. He lived in Flint from 1935 to 1946 while he was employed as a die cast operator for A.C. Sparkplug. He moved back to Gladwin County in 1946. Mr. Gilbert was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church. He and the former Elaine White were married January 16, 1937, in Flint.

Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sisters, Mrs. Hazel Hinton of Howard City and Mrs. Thelma Baznette of Jackson. Rites were held Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Herbert Biermann officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-19/1981 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

ELAINE WINNIFRED (WHITE) GILBERT (14 OCT 1915 – 4 OCT 1989) s/w Albert

ELAINE GILBERT

Elaine W. Gilbert, 73, of the Greenbrier Nursing Home, Sterling, died Wednesday, Oct. 4, 1989. Born in Gladwin, Oct. 14, 1915, she lived in Flint from 1935 to 1946, when she returned to Gladwin County. She was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church. The former Elaine White, she was married to Albert Gilbert, Jan. 16,1937. He preceded her in death Aug. 14, 1981.

Surviving are 2 sisters, Lydia Ruttan of Sterling and Mildred Foor of Gladwin; and a sister-in-law Mildred Cartier. She was preceded in death by 3 sisters and a brother.

Rites were held Friday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Donald Potter officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-11/1989 Column – 4 Page – 2.


ETHEL M. (WHITE) GLAZIER (14 OCT 1896 - 20 AUG 1970)

GLADWIN --- Funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the Beaverton Presbyterian Church for Mrs. Ethel M. Glazier, 73, of 1256 Pratt Lake Road, Gladwin. She died Thursday at Midland Hospital. Mrs. Glazier was born October 14, 1896, in Toronto, Canada, and had lived in Gladwin for the last 12 years. She had been a nurse.

Surviving her are one sons, Donald Glazier of Memphis, Tenn.; one daughter, Mrs. Shirley Schaffer of Gladwin; one brother, William A. White of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; and seven grandchildren. MDN dated 8-22-1970 Page – 3.

Rev. Roger J. Brown will conduct the services, and burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Friends may call at the Miner-Matthew Funeral Home in Gladwin.


DAVID GLENDENING (16 APRIL 1866 - 27 AUG 1925)

David Glendenning, who died at his farm home at Hockaday, Aug. 27, 1925, aged 59 years, 4 months and 11 days, was born in the town of Speaker, Sanilac county, April 16, 1866. He was married June 16, 1887, to Martha Sharp, who preceded him in death June 13, 1918. Before engaging in farming he served the P. M. railway as brakeman and conductor in runs out of Saginaw. He had lived four years at Hockaday. Mr. Glendenning was a highly respected citizen, one whose word could be relied upon, a fine neighbor and a good husband. Memory of such a life is comforting and sustaining to ones who are called to mourn.

He is survived by his sister, Mrs. Mary J. Brown, who was his housekeeper for several years. Funeral services were held Sunday at 2 P.M. at the Wagarville M. E. church, conducted by Rev. Charles Peterson. Burial took place in the Ridge cemetery.

The following from out of the county were among those in attendance: Mr. and Mrs. D. V. Bow, Saginaw; Mr. and Mrs. Colon Brown, Roscommon; Mr. and Mrs. Ed Beadle and son Jack, Yale; Mrs. Fred Beadle, Melvin; Frank Beadle, St. Clair; Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Putnam and son and daughter, Essexville; Mr. and Mrs. Ray Shell, three sons and one daughter, and Carl Shell, Pontiac; Mr. and Mrs. Amandus Soldan and sons; William Anderson, Gideon Anderson and Mrs. R. E. Foote, Flint. Gladwin County Record dated 09-03/1925 Column - 5 Page - 4  


MARTHA E. (SHARP) GLENDENING (30 OCT 1862 - 13 JUNE 1918)

 

Martha E. Glendenning died at her home in Gladwin June 13, 1918, at 4:45 P.M.

Martha E. Sharp was born Oct. 30, 1862 at Galen, Wayne county, N.Y. She has been a resident of Michigan 32 years. She was married June 16, 1887 to David Glendenning and located in Saginaw where they resided until 6 years ago when they moved to Gladwin. She was a member of the M. P. Church at Saginaw, president of the ladies' aid for 12 years, and an earnest Christian worker. She leaves to mourn her loss, her husband and many dear friends. Services were held at the Methodist Church at Wagarville, conducted by the Rev. W. W. Chatfield. Interment in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-20/1918 Column - 5 Page - 5

 

ELSIE M. (WOUDSTRA) GOLDEN (1941 - ?) s/w Rudy L.


EUGENE EVART GOLDEN (6 AUG 1902 – 29 DEC 1981) s/w Lillie L.

EUGENE E. GOLDEN

Eugene E. Golden, 79, of 1011 Wirtz Rd., Gladwin, died Tuesday, Dec. 29, in the Gladwin Area Hospital following a long illness. Born in Indiana on August 6, 1902, he came to Gladwin County in 1906. Mr. Golden was a retired mason tender in construction. He was married to the former Lillie Searfoss on August 6, 1925.

Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Rudy of Gladwin; 4 daughters, Mrs. Walter (Catherine) Sasse of Midland, Mrs. Charles (Selena) Sasse of Gladwin, Mrs. Floyd (Fay) Roebuck of Birch Run and Mrs. Alan (Norma) Shirkey of Gladwin; 24 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. One son, Robert, precededhim in death in 1946. Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m.from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Jerry Gasche officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery.


LILLIAN LORETTA “LILLIE” (SEARFOSS) GOLDEN (11 JULY 1907 – 18 JUNE 1995) s/w Eugene E.

LILLIE L. GOLDEN

Lillie L. Golden, 87, of Gladwin, died Sunday, June 18, 1995 at her home following a long Illness. Born July 11, 1907 in Henry, Ohio, she resided in Gladwin since she was 2 years old. The former Lillie Searfoss married Eugene Golden Aug. 6, 1925 in Gladwin and he preceded her in death Dec. 29, 1981.

Surviving are one son, Rudy and wife Elsie of Gladwin; 3 daughters, Katherine Sasse of Midland, Selena Sasse of Midland, and Fay and husband Floyd Roebuck of Birch Run; 25 grandchildren; 44 great-grandchildren; and 6 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Robert; a daughter, Norma Jean Shirkey April 5, 1985 and a grandson, Michael Sasse.

Services will be held at 2 p.m. today (Wednesday) from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin chapel with the Rev. Jerry Gasche officiating. Burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to be used according to the wishes of the family. Gladwin County Record dated 6-21/1995 Column – 2 Page – 6.


ROBERT CECIL GOLDEN (9 APR 1946 – 15 APR 1946)

Services Held for Infant Son

Funeral services were held on Thursday afternoon, April 18, at 2 o'clock at the Hall Funeral Home, for Robert Cecil Golden, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Golden, of Secord township. Burial took place in Ridge cemetery, with Rev. Henry Campbell officiating.

Robert Cecil was born on April 9, 1946 and died on April,15. He had been in ill health since birth.

Surviving are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Gene Golden; four sisters, Selena Mae; Faye Alice and Norma Jean, at home, and Mrs. Catherine Sasse, of Sanford; one brother, Rudy Lee, at home; and many other relatives. Gladwin County Record dated 4-24/1946 Column – 3 Page – 1.


RUDY LEE GOLDEN (9 JUNE 1938 – 20 OCT 1998) s/w Elsie M.

RUDY L. GOLDEN

Rudy L. Golden, 60, of Gladwin, died Tuesday, Oct. 20, 1998 at home after a long illness. Mr. Golden was born June 9, 1938 in Gladwin. He was a repairman, retiring in 1997 after 20 years from Wolverine Camper. He was a lifetime resident of the county. He married Elsie Woudstra June 11, 1960 in Gladwin.

He is survived by his wife; three daughters, Patricia and husband Ronald Farnsworth of Gladwin, Kimberly and husband Wayne Younglove of New Boston, and Connie and husband Bruce Brown of Gladwin; three sons, Eugene and wife Ann Golden of Gladwin, Kenneth Golden of Gladwin, Robert Golden and fiancι Michelle Burke of Gladwin; eight grandchildren, Ronald, Timothy and Keri Farnsworth, David and Melissa Detzler, Jason and Justin Golden, and Travis Markley; and three sisters, Katherine Sasse of Midland, Selena Sasse of Sanford and Fay Roebuck of Birch Run.

He was preceded in death by his sister Normal Jean Shirkey April 5, 1985 and his brother Robert Golden who died as an infant, and by his parents, Eugene and Lillie (Searfoss) Golden.

Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin with the Rev. Timothy Verity officiating. Burial will take place in Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. The family received visitors from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and will receive visitors from 12 to 9 p.m. today (Wednesday). Gladwin County Record dated 10-21/1998 Column – 5 Page – 2.


MICHELLE ANGEL GOODENOW (6 MARCH 1991 - 6 MARCH 1991) Age 1 hour & 52 minutes

MICHELLE GOODENOW

Michelle Angel Goodenow, infant daughter of Charles and Denise (Mathews) Goodenow, died March 6, 1991, at Saginaw General Hospital. She was born on March 6, 1991, in Saginaw.

Besides her parents, she is survived by 2 sisters, Rebecca and Kathryn, both at home; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Mathews of Harrison, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Goodenow of Reed City, great grandparents, Elsie Nash of Gladwin and Merl and Cora Goodenow of Clare.

Rites were held March 13, at 11 a.m. from Stocking Funeral Home, Harrison. The Rev. George Coon officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 3-20/1991 Column – 4 Page – 2.


ADALEEN JOY (RANGLER) GOULD (1920 - 2 JULY 1973)

Addaleen J. Gould, 53, of Harbor Springs, died Monday, July 2, at Lockwood-McDonald Hospital, Petosky, following an illness of 3 weeks. Born in Bay City, she lived in Gladwin from 1920 to 1923, then in Flint until 1964, going to Charlevoix to her present home. She was a member of Lincoln Park Methodist Church, Flint.

Surviving are one sister, Mrs. Mae Sherman of Gladwin, and one brother William Rangler of Tecumseh; and grandmother, Mrs. Lily Goheen of Midland; and a foster brother. Services will be Friday at 2 p.m. at Mathews Funeral Home with the Rev. Byron Hatch officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-04/1973 Column - 4 Page - 2  


ALBERT W. GOULD, JR (1888 - 1955)  


AMANDA JANE (WOOD) GOULD (8 MAR 1897 – 17 NOV 1918)

AMANDA J. GOULD --- Amanda J. Gould, wife of Albert Gould, was born March 8, 1897, in Gladwin county, Michigan, and died at the home of her parents. Mr. and Mrs. George Wood of Gladwin, Nov. 17, 1918, with influenza, followed by pneumonia, aged 21 years, 8months and 9 days. She was united in marriage to Albert Gould Dec. 24,1915. Since then they have resided in Gladwin.

She leaves to mourn her lossher husband, Albert Gould, father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. George Wood, one brother, Herbert, and two sisters, Myrtle and Mae, all of Gladwin, besIdes many relatives and friends. The funeral services were held at her home on Tuesday at 10 o'clock conducted by Rev. J. H. Cornelius. Burial in the Ridge cemetery.

 

AMANDA JANE (WOOD) GOULD (08 MARCH  1897 - 17 NOV 1918)

 

   AMANDA J. GOULD --- Amanda J. Gould, wife of Albert Gould, was born March 8, 1897, in Gladwin county, Michigan, and died at the home of her parents. Mr. and Mrs. George Wood of Gladwin, Nov. 17, 1918, with influenza, followed by pneumonia, aged 21 years, 8 months and 9 days. She was united in marriage to Albert Gould Dec. 24, 1915. Since then they have resided in Gladwin.

   She leaves to mourn her loss her husband, Albert Gould, father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. George Wood, one brother, Herbert, and two sisters, Myrtle and Mae, all of Gladwin, besides many relatives and friends. The funeral services were held at her home on Tuesday at 10 o'clock conducted by Rev. J. H. Cornelius. Burial in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-21/1918 Column - 4 Page – 4

MELLA (HORNER) REIGLE-GOULD (1886 – 4 MAY 1964)

 

Former Resident Buried Here.

 

Mrs. Mella Gould, 78, died Monday at McLaren General Hospital, in Flint. The former Mella Horner was married to Ervin Reigle, who died many years ago and was later married to Albert Gould, who also preceded her in death. She moved to Flint from Gladwin in 1918. She was a charter member of the Lincoln Park Methodist Church in Flint, the W.S.C.S. and Carmen W.C.T.U.

 

Surviving her is a son, L. Z. Reigle, of Flint; a daughter, Miss Addaleen Joy Gould, of Flint; one grandchild and two great grandchildren. Funeral services were held today (Wednesday) at 1 p.m. at the Lincoln Park Methodist Church with the Rev. John Lowell officiating. Burial was in Ridge

Cemetery, Gladwin County, at 4 p.m. Gladwin County Record dated 5-6/1964 Column – 4 Page – 3.

 

CLARENCE W. GOUPILL (1 MAY 1899 – 30 JUNE 1947)

 

Clarence Goupill

Dies Suddenly

 

Clarence Goupill, 48, died suddenly on Monday afternoon while being taken to the hospital, after

suffering a stroke earlier in the day.

 

Mr. Goupill, who has lived here for the past seven years, was better known in this, vicinity as "Bud" Goupill, and was employed at Charlie's Place in Gladwin. He was born in Battle Creek on May 11, 1899 and was married to Miss Mildred Smale in 1930. They made their home in Detroit until the time when they moved to Gladwin.

 

Surviving besides his wife, are two brothers, Frederick, of Detroit and Harry, of Gladwin; two sisters, Alice, of Toledo, Ohio and Catherine, of Milan.

 

Funeral services will be held on Friday morning at 10 o'clock at the Sacred Heart Church, with

the Rev. Fr. K. E. McGinn officiating. A Rosary will be read at the Hall Funeral Home on Thursday

evening at 8 o'clock. Burial will be in the Gladwin cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 7-2/1947 Column – 5 Page – 1.

 

CHARLES FRANCIS GOWER (12 DEC 1891 - 10 APRIL 1935)

 

HOLD SERVICES FOR C. F. GOWER SATURDAY

 

   Funeral services were held at the Methodist church at Gladwin for Charles Francis Gower Saturday, April 13, at 2 p.m., conducte by Rev. Grant L. Jordan. Burial was at the Ridge cemetery. Gower a son of Ernest C. Gower, was born in Sage township, Gladwin county, December 12, 1891. He was married to Miss Stella Ritenburg at Pewamo. He died April 10 of lobar pneumonia at his home in Sage townshiip after an illnes of eight days.

   He is survived by his wife, three children, Sarah Jane, Ernest and Gladys, his father, Ernest C. Gower, register of deeds, a sister, Mrs. Edna Pashby of Gladwin, four brothers, George Gower of Pinconning, Howard  Gower of Onaway C.C.C. camp, and Fred and Floyd Gower of Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 04-17/1935 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

ERNEST C. GOWER (14 MAY 1864 - 24 FEB 1943)

 

SERVICES FRIDAY FOR E. C. GOWER

 

Ernest C. Gower, pioneer Gladwin county resident and former county Register of Deeds died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Edna Pashby, in Clio last Wednesday. He was 78 years old and and had been in ill health for several years. Funeral services were held at the Hall Funeral Home here Friday at 2 p.m. The Gladwin I.O.O.F. lodge was in charge of the service and the Rev. Floyd Drake, of the Gladwin Methodist Church, officiated. Burial was in Ridge cemetery.

   Mr. Gower was one of the county's most respected and best-loved pioneers. During his more than 40 years of residence here he served in many township and county offices. He was Register of Deeds of the county for 16 years, retiring from the office in 1940. A native of Sage township, he served as clerk of his township for many years. During the first World War he was chairman of the County Draft Board.

   He was born in England on May 14, 1864, and came to the United States as a young man. He settled in Gladwin county in the early nineties and was employed in the lumber woods here. He also engaged in mason work and carpentry.

   He was married to Miss Henrietta Middleton, of Gladwin, and they were the parents of nine children, fived of whom are living. Mrs. Gower died in May of 1934. Surviving are four sons, George Gower, of Mt. Pleasant of Mt. Pleasant; Fred Gower, who is with the U. S. armed forces and Howard and Floyd Gower, of Sage township; and one daughter, Mrs. Edna Pashby, of Clio.

   Mr. Gower was an accomplished poet and prior to his death he asked that The Record print this poem of his own composition along with his obituary.

 

   If I can have It said of me

   When ended is my time of toil

   That I have fought to helpful be

   And have not labored just for spoil

   I'll greet deaths angel with a smile

   And take his hand and journey on

   Believing that I've been worth wile

   I still have live, although I'm gone.

 

   If friends of mine can only say

   That I was faithful to them all;

   That I had time for them each day

   And answered every piteous call

   For help, that fell upon mine ears

   And stretched my hand out, here and there

    I shall not when death's form appears,

   Hold back, afraid with him to fare.

 

   If it can just be said of me

   That I have borne my burdens well

   That good in folks I've tried to see

   That good in men I've tried to tell

   That I have faced my time of strife,

   With patience, and have been your friend,

   That helpfully I've lived my life

   I shall not fear to face the end---

 

   If I can strew along my way

   The roses of remembrances sweet

   Can leave a few friends here to say

   That I have cheered them in defeat

   If I can leave in your own heart O

   One trace of me when I am gone

   When from this life I shall depart

   I shall not fear to journey on.

Gladwin County Record dated 03-03/1943 Column 2 Page - 1 & continued Column - 1 Page - 8

 

FLOYD R. GOWER (20 JULY 1915 - 11 MAY 1985) s/w Viola M.

Floyd Gower, 69, of Bonita Springs, Fla. and Hope, died suddenly Saturday, May 11, in Florida. He was born July 20, 1915, in Florida. Mr. Gower and the former Viola Fries were married Dec. 22, 1934.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 4 sons, Ronald and Richard of Gladwin, Jerald of Beaverton and Delmar of Sanford; one daughter, Mrs. Francis (Sue) Pagel of Kawkawlin; one sister, Mrs. Peggy Pashby of Clio; one brother, Fred of Birch Run; 15 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. A memorial service will be held later at the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record 05/15/1985 Column - 3 Page - 2

HENRIETTA (MIDDLETON) GOWER (DEC 1872 - 15 MAY 1934)

 

MRS. ERNEST GOWER DIES SUDDENLY AT BAY CITY

 

   A happy marriage that lasted for over 45 years was broken Monday with the sudden death of Mrs. Ernest C. Gower in the Bay City Mercy hospital. Mrs. Gower had been sick for just a week, and had been in the hospital since Friday. Her death came suddenly and unexpectedly Monday afternoon. Mrs. Gower was born in December, 1872, at Edenville. Her maiden name was Henrietta Middleton, April 28, 1889, she married Ernest C. Gower.

   Nine children were born, six of whom still survive. Those who are still living are Charles, Howard, Fred and Floyd, all of Sage township; George, of Bay county; and Mrs. Edna Pashby of Grand Blanc. The three who have died were Amy, Sarah and an infant baby boy.

   The entire life of Mrs. Gower had been spent in this region. A home loving woman, she had belonged to no organization, preferring to spend her time looking after her family and household. The funeral will be held at the home at 1 p.m Thursday (tomorrow), followed by services at the M. E. church at 2 p.m. The Rev. L. M. Whitney will officiate. Burial will be in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-17/1934 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

VIOLA M. (FRIES) GOWER (1917 - ?) s/w Floyd R.

 

ESTHER ALLIS GRAPENTINE (19 DEC 1925 – 29 JULY 1933)

 

AUTO FATALLY INJURES CHILD

 

Esther Grapentine Dies at Saginaw Hospital Saturday Night, Esther, seven year old daughter of William Grapentine, living three miles east of town on M-61, died Saturday afternoon from the effects of injuries caused by being struck by a truck owned by Peter Plantus, and driven by his son, Nick Plantus, 18, when she ran from the driveway at the Homer Rodman farm in front of the truck. The dust caused by a car coming from the west obstructed the view of both the child and

driver.

 

Esther was on her way home from the Rodman home, where she had gone to arrange for a ride to town when the tragedy occurred. She was tenderly carried to the Rodman home, her father notified and Dr. Coulter summoned. He immediately ordered her removed to a hospital so that every care could be given her. She was rushed to the Saginaw General hospital by her father and Nick Plantus. She died a short time after reaching there.

 

Esther, dearly beloved by all who knew her, was born on Dec. 19, 1925. She is survived by her father, William Grapentine, three sisters, Mrs. Marie Schmidt of Pinconning, Frieda and Ruth, at home, and two brothers, William and Charles. Her mother died only a few weeks ago, June 25.

 

Services were held Tuesday at 2 p. m. at the Round Lake Baptist church, conducted by Rev. P. F. Schilling, followed by burial at the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-3/1933 Column – 6 Page – 1.


LYDIA GRAPENTINE (1893 – 25 JUNE 1933)

 

Our community was shocked to hear of the death of Mrs. William Grapentine Sunday. They were former residents of our community and the deceased as highly esteemed by those who knew her. We wish to extend our heartfelt sympathy to the family. Gladwin County Record dated 6-29/1933 Column - 1 Page - 3.

MICHAEL GRAPENTINE (12 SEP 1841 - 28 NOV 1924)

 

Michael Grapetine died Nov. 28, 1924, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. A. Riennas, at Round Lake, after an illness of six weeks. Michael Grapetine, son of Christian and Regina Grapetine, was born Sept. 12, 1841, in Germany, and was married to Ottille Dobrinski at Pulin, Russia. He was a farmer by occupation, and came to America in 1913, residing in Alberta, Canada, 1913 to 1915; Beasley, Texas, 1915 to 1921; Quakertown, Pa., 1921 to 1922; Beasley, Texas, 1922 to 1924, and arrived in Gladwin  from Texas Nov. 16, 1924. He was affiliated with the German Baptists, and funeral services were held at the Round Lake church Sunday afternoon, Nov. 30, conducted by Rev. P.F. Schilling. Burial at Ridge cemetery. He is survived by his son, William Grapetine, and two daughters, Lydia Rienas of Round Lake and Emilie Schultz of Dearborn. Gladwin County Record dated 12-11/1924 Column - 4 Page - 4

 

OTTALIE LOUISE GRAPENTINE (1866 – 4 JUNE 1927)

OTTALIE LOUISA GRAPENTINE

Mrs. Ottalie Louisa Grapentine died June 4 at her home in Butman of cerebral hemorrhage. She was aged 61 years, 4 months and 28 days. She is survived by her son William Grapentine. Funeral services were held June 9 conducted by Rev. Gunther. Burial at Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 6-9/1927 Column – 5 Page – 5.


GARY L. GRAVES (12 JULY 1948 - 21 JUNE 2002)

Gary L. “Coyote” Graves, 53, of Gladwin passed away June 21, 2002 at Saginaw Covenant Cooper Hospital. He was born July 12, 1948 in Gladwin and worked as a laborer at General Motors Saginaw Steering Gear until his retirement in 1998.

The lifetime Gladwin County resident is survived by daughter, Becky (Brian) Forsgren of Sterling Heights; son Timothy (Roxanne) Graves of Gladwin; five grandchildren; mother, Dora Stokes of Gladwin; sisters, Peggy Garneau of Gladwin, Pauline Trost of Beaverton and Iva Lou Meyers of Mt. Pleasant; brother, Bruce Graves of Texas; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father, Leonard Graves, and his son, Theodore Graves.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, June 25 at Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin with Rev. Jim Hoggard officiating. Burial took place at Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin.

R. GREER (? - 18 FEB 1877) aged 55 years, s/w Willie ty

ALBERT GREER (9 APRIL 1876 - 29 JAN 1961) s/w Dora

RITES HELD FOR ALBERT GREER

   Albert Greer, 84, Gladwin Township farmer, died Sunday following an illness of two months. A lifelong resident of Gladwin County, Mr. Greer was born in Gladwin on April 9, 1876. He was married to the former Dora Murphy on June 4, 1913, in Gladwin, and was a member of the Methodist Church.

   Surviving are his widow, Dora; three daughters, Mrs. Margaret Swift, of Eaton Rapids, Mrs. Mary L. Pero of Gladwin, and Mrs. Florence Rebone, of Detroit; two sons Edward, of Sandusky and Frederick of Poughkeepsie, N.Y.; three sisters, Minna Greer, and Mrs. Flossie Kehoe of Gladwin, and Mrs. Lillian Nauman, of West Branch; and 12 grandchildren. A son, Walter, preceded him in death in 1935.

   Funeral services will be held today (Wednesday) at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home, the Rev. Thurland Meredith officiating. Burial is in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-01/1961 Column - 6 Page – 1


ANN (FIDGET) GREER (7 APRIL 1841 - 13 APRIL 1925) s/w William

MRS. WILLIAM GREER

   Mrs. William Greer of the city of Gladwin was born in the Province of Ontario, Canada, Apri 7, 1841, and departed this life April 13, 1925, at 7 o'clock p.m. She suffered a stroke of paralysis Thursday, the 9th, about noon from which she never regained consciousness until the end. Ann Fidget was married to William Greer in July, 1867. To this union were born five children, three of whom preceded her to the great beyond. The remaining two, Leelah S. Greer and Robert Greer, survive her. William Greer, the husband, passed away April 23, 1923.

   During the past two years she has been unable to get about the house, being rendered quite helpless from a slight stroke of paralysis. During the day she sat most of the time in a chair. Her mind has been quite clear at all times. This affliction with her blindness has made her quite dependent upon her family, but in and through it all she has been very patient, yet longing and praying for the time to come when the Dear Lord would take her Home." In her younger days, during her residence in Canada, she attended the English church, and continued to believe in its teachings. With her going leaves another vacant chair in the home which can never be filled, as she was a kind and loving mother.

   Funeral service were conducted from the home on Silver Leaf street at 10 o'clock a.m. Eastern Standard time, by the Rev. Alfred Shaw of Brooklyn, Mich., with interment in the Ridge cemetery beside her husband and children. Gladwin County Record dated 04-16/1925 Column - 5 Page – 5


BERNICE MAE (LAIDLEY) GREER (26 NOV 1898 - 2 AUG 1985) m. 20 Sep 1917, Loving parents of 13 children, s/w Hazen S.

Berniece Mae Greer, 86 of Maple Manor, Gladwin, died Friday, Aug. 2, in the Midland Hospital Center following a long illness. Born in Oslow, N.D., Nov. 26, 1898, she had spent most of her life here. Mrs. Greer was a member of the Assembly of God Church. The former Bernice Laidley she was married to Hazen Greer Sept. 20, 1917, in Grand Forks, N.D. He preceded her in death April 6, 1977.

Surviving are 6 sons, Ike, John and Jerry of Gladwin, Don of Elk Rapids, Vern of West Branch and Kenneth of Beaverton; 7 daughters, Mrs. Blair (Luella) Hoskinson, Mrs. Charles (Irene) Hetherington and Mrs. Eldon (Marion) Nash of Gladwin, Mrs. Roy (Lois) Klakela and Mrs. Tom (Beverly) Fischer of Beaverton, Betty Stone of DeWitt and Mrs. Tom (Ruth) Catlett of Rockville, Md.; 6 sisters, Effie Shoemaker, of Sandusky. Della Myers, Hazel Betts, Elsie Nesland, Erma Gasmey and Vera Betts at Minnesota; 46 grandchildren; 59 great grandchildren; and 5 great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Roy and Wimer Laidley, a sister Luella Pape and 3 grandchildren.

Services were held Mnday at 1 p.m. from the Assembly of God Church. The Rev. Charles Booth officiated  and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home.


DAWSON GREER (1 JUNE 1842 - 9 JULY 1916)

Dawson Greer died July 9, at the home of his nephew, Adelbert Greer, in Gladwin township, of heart trouble. He was born in Victoria, Canada, June 1, 1842, and was aged 74 years, one month and 8 days. About 40 years ago he moved to Gladwin county where he has seen the country change from the virgin forests to the fine farms of today.

Mr. Greer leaves to mourn his loss one brother, William Greer of Gladwin township; one sister, Mrs. Susan McNees, of the city, a number of nephews and nieces and a host of friends who will miss him in the daily walk of life. Services were held at the home Tuesday afternoon conducted by the Rev. D. E. Wade, followed by interment in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-13/1916 Column - 4 Page – 1


DORA M. (MURPHY) GREER (24 MARCH 1885 - 1 JUNE 1967) s/w Albert

ILLNESS FATAL TO MRS. DORA GREER

   Services were held Sunday for Mrs. Dora M. Greer, 82, of Gladwin Township, who died Thursday, June 1, after an illness of two months. The former Dora M. Murphy was born March 24, 1885, at Meredith, and had been a life-time resident of Gladwin County. She and Albert Greer were married in Wagarville June 4, 1913, and they farmed in Gladwin Township until retirement. Mr. Greer preceded her in death Jan. 29, 1961.

   Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. Raymond (Margaret) Swift of Eaton Rapids, Mrs. Russell (Mary) Pero of Gladwin, and Mrs. John (Florence) Rebone of Detroit; two sons, Dr. E. J. Greer of Taylorville, Ill., and Frederick of Poughkeepsie, N. Y., a sister, Mrs. Lena Good of Standis; and 12 grandchildren.

   Services were held Sunday at 2:00 p.m. in the Hall Funeral Home with the Rev. M. R. Putnam, of the Wagarville Methodist Church, officiating. Interment was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-07/1967 Column - 3 Page – 1


EVA E. (EDICK) GREER (28 FEB 1878 - 5 AUG 1978)

Mrs. Eva Greer, 100, the oldest native resident of Gladwin County, died Saturday, Aug. 5, at the home of her son, Melvin, in Gladwin Township. Born in Gladwin Township on February 28, 1878, she had spent her lifetime here. She was a member of the Gladwin Free Methodist Church and the Gleaners.

The former Eva Edick, she married James Greer on September 5, 1895, in Gladwin Township where they farmed. He preceded her in death on May 8, 1938. For the past 6 years, Mrs. Greer made her home with her son Mevin.

Surviving are 3 sons, Amos and Melvin of Gladwin and William of White Water, Wisc.; 2 daughters, Mrs. Marvin (Seneth) Smith of Winn and Mrs. Charles (Velma) Moore II of Bloomfield Hills; 11 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. A son, Ray, preceded her in death on April 30, 1976. Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Robert Shoaff officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-09/1978 Column - 4 Page – 2


FRED GREER (23 JUNE 1879 - 23 MAY 1937)

FRED GREER DIES IN SAGINAW SUNDAY

Funeral services were held at the Rogers Funeral Home this morning at 10 o' clock for Fred Greer, conducted by Rev. Ivan Hodgson. Burial was at the Ridge cemetery. Born in Gladwin township June 23, 1879, on the family homestead he died May 23, 1937 at his home in Saginaw at 1410 Wadsworth street. In his boyhood he attended the home school. He worked on the home farm until he bought a farm for himself. He married Hazel Weir September 12, 1917.

In 1920 Mr. and Mrs. Greer moved to Saginaw where he worked at his trade as carpenter. Many barns in this county were built by Mr. Weir and his services were in great demand because of his skilled workmanship.

Surviving him are his wife; his daughter, Ortella: two brothers, Albert of Gladwin township and Bert Greer of Clare; three sisters, Minnie Greer of Cleveland, Ohio, Mrs. Arthur Nauman of West Branch and Mrs Mark Kehoe of Gladwin township.


GARY THOMAS GREER (10 APRIL 1944 - 10 DEC 1974)  Born again 12 Nov 1974

Gary T. Greer, 30, of Gladwin, died Friday, Dec. 13, in Loomis. His body was found Monday, Dec. 16. Born in Gladwin on April 10, 1944, he had spent his lifetime here. He was a heavy equipment operator and a member of the Gladwin Fraternal Order of Eagles No. 3292 and Local 324 of the Operating Engineers. Mr. Greer and the former Shari Behnke were married on Dec. 21, 1963, in Gladwin.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Iris Greer and grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Hazen Greer of Gladwin; one son, Anthony and two daughters, Shannon and Heather, all at home; and three sisters, Mrs. Gail Anderson of Gladwin, Mrs. Darla Rellinger of Petoskey and Mrs. Maureen Bittinger of Fenton. Services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin. Burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-18/1974 Column - 4 Page – 2


GEORGE GREER (1874 – 22 MAR 1924)

GEO. GREER PASSES

DEATH COMES QUICKLY WITH LITTLE WARNING

41 YEARS A RESIDENT OF COUNTY.

"In the midst of life we are in death" was forcibly impressed on the minds of the people of our community Friday evening when it was announced that George Greer, who during the day and only a short time previous to his death, had been moving about in his usual way. He had been visiting in T. G. Ayre's barber shop, exchanging pleasantries with friends there as was the custom, when at a little after5 o'clock he arose saying he could not catch his breath. Without further explanation he walked to Dr. Grover's office, and after reaching there made the remark that he thought he would fall backward in climbing the stairs. He soon collasped and although every effort was made to revive him the life thread was broken after some 15 minutes, and he who but a short time before was in apparently usual health had passed to the life beyond. His sudden departure has cast a gloom over the community.

To the casual observer Mr. Greer appeared to be in the best of health, but for some time had been subject to bad spells from attacks of angina pectoris, having had a few bad spells recently, although he had not complained to any of the family.

George Greer was born Oct. 10, 1874, at Lindsey, Ontario, and at his death Friday, March 21, 1924, was aged 49 years, 6 months and 11 days. When George was eight years of age his father moved to Gladwin county, and made a home for the family in Gladwin township of which he was one of the early settlers. His mohter died before they moved  to Gladwin.

In 1895 he was united in marriage to Lottie B. Wilsey, who survives him. To this union five children were born Leslie who died at Camp Custer, Oct. 18, 1918, Mrs. Carrie Garbers, Mrs. Maude Anderson and Elmer of Gladwin and Mrs. Freida Norton of Flint. Mr. and Mrs. Greer lived on a farm in Gladwin township until five years ago when they moved to Gladwin, where they have since resided. While a resident of Gladwin township Mr. Greer filled various township offices and since residing in the city has been aldermand of the First ward. He had also been connected with the sherriff's office for some years as deputy and under sheriff, filling the latter place under the last two incumbents.

In all stations of life he measured up to a high standard, always trust-worthy, a good husband, kind father, and as a neighbor held in high esteem. Besides the immediate family he leaves to mourn three brothers and one sister, Fred of Burney, Calif., James, Adelbert and Mrs. Cyrus Koontz of Gladwin. A brother Robert, died in December 1901. He also leave other relatives  and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held Tuesday at the residence conducted by Re v. W. J. Johnston, with a large attendence. The cermony atthe grave in t he Ridge cemetery was conducted by Gladwin lodge I.O.O.F., of which he was a member, a large representation of the fraternity being presents. Business places were closed during the funeral as a token of respect by request of Mayor Wilmot.


GEORGE GREER (2 JULY 1868 - 4 MAY 1879) s/w Matilda M. & Mary A., children of William & Ann Greer

HANNAH ABIGALE (BICKNELL) GREER (16 JULY 1854 – 31 MARCH 1927)

MRS. HANNAH GREER

Hannah Bicknell, the only daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Nathan Bicknell, and one of Gladwin's oldest residents, was born in Camden, East Ontario, July 16, 1854, and passed away at her home in Gladwin, March 31, 1927, aged 72 years, 8 months, 14 days.

She came to Saginaw in 1872 and was married to George Greer. The young couple came at once to Gladwin township, and as pioneers started a home on a farm three miles from Gladwin on the "Ridge," and where eight children were born to them.

In 1899 her husband passed away very suddenly and left her with the responsibility of the farm and children, but this brave pioneer mother with the aid of her sons carried on

the battle of life, clinging to the old farm which now was surrounded by kind and sympathetic neighbors. Mrs. Greer's ancestors were of Puritan stock and these sterling qualities were brought out in the teaching and training of her family as well as in dealings with friends and neighbors. She firmly believed that at heart the intentions of all people were good and was always reluctant to listen to anything otherwise.

For the past fifteen years, Mrs. Greer has made her home with her well beloved daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Mark Kehoe, where "Grandma" was always first in consideration and where she has left the stamp of her character upon the second generation.

For a number of years, she has been made happy by the occasional addition to her family of a daughter, in-law, or son-in-law, and particularly has she enjoyed the number of grandchildren, who have played about her knee, or told her about their childish joys, and sorrows. This was her chief pleasure during the past six years when she has been more or less confined to the house.

Of the eight children in the family, six are living. Albert of Gladwin township, who lives on the old homestead, Fred of Saginaw, Burt of Clare, Mrs. A. L. Nauman of West Branch, Mrs. Mark Kehoe of Gladwin township and Minna of Cleveland. All of these were at her bedside during her final illness of the week preceding her death.

The funeral services were held at the home on Saturday afternoon, Rev. Charles Peterson of Sanford officiating, and interment was made in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 4-7/1927 Column - 3 Page - 1.


HARRY A. DELBERT GREER (8 NOV 1901 - 7 MARCH 1969) m. 31 Oct 1931, s/w Veda L.

RITES HELD MONDAY FOR DEL GREER

   Harry A. (Del) Greer, 67, died Friday, March 7, in the West Branch hospital, following a long illness. Mr. Greer was employed by the Gladwin County Road Commission until his retirement. Born Nov. 8, 1901, he had been a life-long resident of Gladwin County. He and the former Miss Veda Hayward were married October 31, 1931, in Gladwin. He was a member of the Wagarville United Methodist Church.

   Survivors are his wife, Veda; three sons, Rollin B. of Gladwin, James R. of Seattle, Wash., and Charles R. of Owosso; three daughters, Mrs. Donald (Joyce) Entrekin of Fenton, Mrs. Donald (Patsy) Mogg of Beaverton, and Mrs. David (Alma) Hardy of Seattle, Wash.; two brothers, Lee of Clare and Hazen of Gladwin; two sisters, Mrs. Ellen Diffin of Burt and Mrs. Lydia Leininger of Saginaw; three step-sisters, Mrs. Bertha Voigt of Gladwin, Mrs. Florence Reigle of Flint, and Mrs. Mabel Mills of Florida; and 18 grandchildren.

   Services were held Monday at 1:0 p.m. at the Miner Chapel with the Rev. M. R. Putnam offficiating, and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-12/1969 Column - 2 Page – 1


HAZEN S. GREER (22 OCT 1896 - 6 APRIL 1977) m. 20 Sep 1917, Loving parents of 13 children, s/w s/wBernice Mae

Hazen S. Greer, 80, of 124 First St., Gladwin, died Wednesday, April 6, in the Gladwin Area Hospital. Born in Gladwin County on September 22, 1896, he had lived here all his life. Mr. Greer was a farmer and a member of the Gladwin Assembly of God Church. He was married to the former Bernice Laidley on September 20, 1917, in Grand Forks, N.D.

Besides his wife, he is survived by 6 sons, Ike, John and Jerry of Gladwin, Dan and Vern of West Branch and Kenneth of Saginaw; 7 daughters, Mrs. Blair (Luella) Hoskinson, Mrs. Charles (Irene) Hetherington, and Mrs. Eldon (Marian) Nash of Gladwin, Mrs. Lois Presido and Mrs. Tom (Beverly) Fischer of Beaverton, Mrs. Dee (Betty) Stone of DeWitt and Mrs. Tom (Ruth) Catlett of Rockville, Md.; 2 sisters, Mrs. Ellen Diffin of Burt and Mrs. Lydia Leininger of Saginaw; 43 grandchildren and 30 great grandchildren.

Services were held Saturday at 1:30 p.m. from the Gladwin Assembly of God Church. The Rev. Carl Lindberg officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 04-13/1977 Column - 6 Page – 2


IRIS "IKE" H. GREER (12 JUNE 1918 - 25 DEC 1992) m. 15 Jun 1933, s/w Valda A.

Iris H. (Ike) Greer, 74, of 2506 Weber Rd., Gladwin, died suddenly Friday, Dec. 25, 1992, in the Manatee Hospital, Bradenton, Fla. He was born in Gladwin on June 12, 1918, and had spent his lifetime in Gladwin. He was an operating engineer for Local 324 in Saginaw for 30 years and retired in 1980. He was a member of the Gladwin Fraternal of Eagles 3292 and the Harrison Moose Lodge 2235. Mr. Greer and the former Valda Shell were married June 15, 1938, in Gladwin. She preceded him in death on Aug. 2, 1990.

   Surviving are 3 daughters, Mrs. Stanley (Maureen) Bittinger of Grand Blanc, Mrs. Ronald (Gail) Anderson of Gladwin and Mrs. Gary (Darla) Rellinger of ALanson; 4 brothers, Donald of Alger, Vern of West Branch, John and Jerry of Gladwin and Ken of Beaverton; 7 sisters, Luella Hoskinson, Irene Hetherington and Marian Nash of Gladwin, Lois Presido and Beverly Fischer of Beaverton, Betty Stone of DeWitt and Ruth Catlett of Rockville, Md.; 13 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. A son, Gary, preceded him in death Dec. 13, 1974.

   Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Donald Roberts officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. A Eagles Memorial Service was held Monday at 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Hospice of Gladwin Area. Gladwin County Record dated 12-30/1992 Column - 3 Page – 2


JAMES GREER (20 FEB 1868 - 8 MAY 1938)

SERVICES HELD FOR JAMES GREER TUESDAY

   James Greer died at his home northeast of here of a heart attack Sunday afternoon. He was born near Lindsay, Ont., in 1868 and came to Gladwin about 50 years ago with his parents settling on a farm near the Ridge school. In 1895 he was married to Eva Edick, of Gladwin.

   Surviving him are his wife, four sons, Ray of Detroit, Amos, of Gladwin, William and Melvin, at home; two daughters, Mrs. Senith Smith, of Winn, Velma, of Gladwin; one brother, Adelbert, of Gladwin. Funeral services were held at 2 o'clock Tuesday at the Ridge church, north of here. Rev. Ivan E. Hodgson officiated with burial at the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-11/1938 Column - 1 Page – 1


JOHN GREER (12 OCT 1830 - 23 AUG 1904)

KATHY JEAN GREER (9 FEB 1953 - 9 FEB 1953)

From the Gladwin County Record --- February 11, 1953

INFANT SUCCUMB

Funeral services for Kathy Jean Greer, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Vern Greer,were hel this afternoon from the Miner Funeral Home with the Rev. Truman Lowellofficiating. Burial was made in the Ridge cemetery.

Kathy Jean was bornon Monday, February 9, and died several hours after birth. She is survived by her parents, one sister, aren Sue; also grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Hazen Greer, of Gladwin and Mr. and Mrs. Henry Boeve, of Flint.

KENNETH JAY GREER (15 JUNE 1942 – 28 MAY 2004)

 

 From the Gladwin County Record --- June 2,2004

KENNETH GREER

Ken is a veteran of the Korean Conflict, a member of V.F.W. Post 7303, and a member of F.O.E. #3292. He was active in his community, having been the president and co-founder of B.Y.R.P., past member of the school board and Beaverton sports, including coaching.

 

KIMBERLY KAY GREER (29 OCT 1965 - 11 NOV 1965) Our Baby

 

RITES HELD FOR INFANT DAUGHTER

Kimberly Kay Greer, infant daughter Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Greer, of 4059 Ray Road, Grand Blanc, died November 11 in Flint. Kimberly was born on October 29, 1965 in Flint. Services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Andrew McNeese officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery.

Besides her parents, she is survived by her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Hazen Greer and Mr. and Mrs. Archie Wilson, both of Gladwin.

LESLIE GREER  (13 AUG 1895 - 13 AUG 1918)

 

SIX GIVE LIFE IN COUNTRY'S SERVICE

 

PRIVATES THORINGTON, OARD, NAGEL, ARNCE AND GREER---ALSO E. W. VANEST

 

THORINGTON KILLED IN BATTLE---INFLUENZA TAKES OTHERS---BODIES ARE BROUGHT TO GLADWIN.

 

   The last week has brought the war home forcibly to people of Gladwin county. News of the deaths of Privates Andrew Bryan Oard and Max Nagel at Camp Custer and Edward W. Vanest, who was employed on government work at Hog Island, received Friday, was followed by news that Ben; son of John Thorington of Sage township, was killed in action Sept. 27 in France, and that Leslie, son of Henry Clay Arnce, had died of influenza at Camp Custer.

   The body of Private Andrew Bryan Oard, Medical Attachment; was brought to Winegar from Camp Custer, where he died of Spanish influenza Oct. 9, and taken to his home in Arbutus Oct. 12. Services were held at the home Monday afternoon. The body of Private Max Nagel, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Nagel, arrived in Gladwin Saturday afternoon from Camp Custer, and was taken to his home near Beaverton. He died Oct. 10 of Spanish influenza, followed by pneumonia. Services were held Monday morning at the home at 9:30.

   S. Ascher has received official notice that his son, John Ascher, was severely wounded in battle Sept. 27, in France. Further mention will follow in next issue of the Record. Gladwin County Record dated 10-17/1918 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

   LESLIE GREER---Leslie Greer died Oct. 13, 1918, at Camp Custer, from influenza followed by pneumonia. He went there in July contingent. The body was brought to Gladwin Oct. 17, and taken to the home of his parents in Gladwin township. Services were held in the yard at home Friday morning at 10 o'clock, conducted by Rev. Headley, followed by interment in Ridge cemetery. Floral offerings were beautiful, and a large number of friends followed the body to its last resting place in Ridge cemetery. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Greer, three sisters, Mrs. Carl Garbers, Maude and Freda, and one brother, Elmer. Gladwin County Record dated 10-24/1918 Column - 4 Page - 5

 

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LOTTIE B. (WILSEY) GREER (12 OCT 1880 – 7 JUNE 1958) Mother

Illness Fatal to Mrs. Lottie Greer

Mrs. Lottie B. Greer, 77, a Gladwin county resident for 72 years, died on Saturday following a three year illness. Born in Wood County, Ohio, on Oct. 12, 1880, the former Miss Lottie B. Wilsey was married to George Greer in July, 1897, in Gladwin. He preceded her in death in 19:24.

Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Carl Garber and Mrs. Fred Anderson, of Gladwin, and Mrs. Clarence Brant, of Flint; one son, Elmer, of Flint; eight grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. One son, Leslie, also preceded her in death.

Funeral services were held, on Monday at 2 p. m. at the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Wm. J. Hassold officiated, and burial was in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 6-11/1958 Column – 3 Page – 1.


MARIA GREER (Abt. 23 MAY 1834 – Abt. 27 DEC 1907)

From the Gladwin County Record --- January 2, 1908

OBITUARY

Miss Maria Greerp assed away at the residence of her brother, and was interred in Gladwin township cemetery Saturday afternoon. She was born in Ontario and was aged 73 years, 7 months and 4 days. Two brothers and one sister survive her, all living in Gladwin. Rev. H. J. Nicholls spoke the words of hope and comfort and read the burial service, Miss Greer had been ailing for years, and for the last year had been unable to work.


MARY A. GREER (1 MAY 1873 - 15 MAY 1873) s/w George M. & George, children of William & Ann Greer


MATILDA M. GREER (11 DEC 1872 - 18 APRIL 1879) s/w George & Mary A., children of William & Ann Greer


RAY GREER (12 APRIL 1896 - 30 APRIL 1976)

Ray Greer, 80, of 3514 Second Blvd., Detroit, died Friday, April 30. Born in Gladwin County on April 12, 1896, he attended Gladwin County schools before moving to Detroit as a young man. Mr. Greer was a retired laborer for the Timken Axle Plant in Detroit.

   Surviving are his mother, Mrs. Eva Greer of Gladwin; three brothers, Amos and Melvin of Gladwin and William of Whitewater, Wisc.; two sisters, Mrs. Seneth Smith of Winn and Mrs. Velma Moore of Bloomfield Hills. Rites were held Monday at 11 a.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Byron Hatch officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery.


ROBERT J. GREER (1865 – 13 DEC 1901) s/w S. Amanda


SARAH AMANDA (PETERS) GREER (1866 - 1950)


VALDA ALENE (SHELL) GREER (29 SEP 1917 – 2 AUG 1990) m. 15 Jun 1938, s/w Ike H.

Mrs. Valda A. Greer, 72, of 2505 Weber Re., Gladwin, died Thursday, Aug. 2, 1990, at her home after a long illness. Born in Gladwin, Sept. 29, 1917, she had spent her lifetime here. Mrs. Greer attended County Normal School and as a teacher in the Sage, Sugar Rapids, Billings and McClure rural schools. She was a charter member of the Gladwin Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary 3292. The fomer Valda Shell, she was married to Ike Greer, June 15, 1938, in Gladwin.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by 3 daughters, Mrs. Stanley (Maureen) Bittinger of Grand Blanc, Mrs. Ronald (Gail) Anderson of Gladwin and Mrs. Gary (Darla) Rellinger of Alanson; one brother, Donald Shell of Gladwin; one sister, Hazel Frye of Gladwin; 13 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. A son, Gary, preceded her in death, Dec. 13, 1974.

   Services were held Saturday at 3 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Donald Potter officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. An Eagles Memorial Service was held Friday at 8 p.m. Gladwin County Record dated 08-08/1990 Column - 4 Page – 2


VEDA L. (HAYWARD) GREER (20 FEB 1911 - 19 JUNE 2002) m. 31 Oct 1931, s/w Harry A.

Veda L. Greer, age 91, of Gladwin, Michigan, passed away Wednesday, June 19, 2002 at Gladwin Living Center following a lingering illness. She was born in Gladwin on February 20, 1911 to the late Charles and Jane (Livingway) Hayward. She married Harry Greer on October 31, 1931; he preceded her in death on March 7, 1969. She had been a life long resident of Gladwin County. She was a homemaker; and a member of the VFW Auxiliary Post 3243 of Fenton. She was a member of the Wagarville United Methodist Church.

   She is survived by three sons, Rollin (Onalee) Greer of Gladwin, James (Judy) Greer of Winlock, Washington, and Charles (Judy) Greer of Gladwin; two daughters, Alma (William) Carlson of Payette, Idaho, and Patsey Greer and friend Arlo Thrush of Loomis; 24 grandchildren, 49 great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband; a daughter, Joyce Entriken; two sons, Lee and Leslie Greer; two grandchildren, four brothers, and two sisters. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Monday, June 24, 2002 at the Sisson Funeral Home with Rev. Donald Haskell presiding, with burial in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-26/2002 Column - 4 Page – 2


WALTER ALFORD GREER (MAY 1914 - 20 FEB 1935)

DAVISON WOMAN FREED ON BOND FOLLOWING ARREST

   Arraigned as the driver who left Walter Greer, son of Mr. and Mrs. Al Greer of Gladwin county, fatally injured besides a Flint highway Tuesday night, February 19. Mrs. Frank Richards 28 years old, 911 State Road Division, demanded an examination on two charges of negligent homicide and leaving the scene of an accident in munical court in Flint Thursday.

   Mrs. Richards was arrested the day after the accident. Municipal Judge Frank Cain fixed the bond at $1,400, and scheduled the hearing for March 8. Bond was provided Thursday afternoon and Mrs. Richards was releashed from the county jail.

   Mrs. Richards declared that the headlight rim, which deputies found at the accident scene was missing from her car, but she did not remember hitting a pedestrian. Miss Herma MacMillen, who was sitting in the front seat with her, didn't remember striking anything, either. Husband Arthur Richards said that he felt some jar to the car about that time, but didn't remark on it. Gladwin County Record dated 02-27/1935 Column - 5 Page – 1


WILLIAM R. GREER (10 APRIL 1837 - 23 APRIL 1923) s/w Ann

William Greer a pioneer resident, died at his home on Silver Leaf street Monday morning, April 23, 1923, at 3 o'clock. Mr. Greer was afflicted many years with heart trouble and a few week ago took a severe cold, which together with other troubles proved fatal. He was born April 10, 1837, in the county of Cavin, Ontario, and was aged 86 years and 13 days. In 1865 he located in Saginaw county, and later returned to his old home where he was married to Ann Fidget July 11, 1867, and to this union were born five children, two of whom Robert and Leelah Greer with the mother, survive him.

   About 50 years ago Mr. and Mrs. Greer located on the old Riley farm, but later bought a farm on the same road east form the Greer schoolhouse where they lived unitl they moved to Gladwin in April, 1918. Services were held Tuesday morning at the residence conducted by Rev. Alfred Shaw. Burial took place in Ridge cemetery where three brothers and two sisters had previously been laid to rest. Bert Greer fro Clare and Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Nauman of West Branch attended the funeral. Gladwin County Record dated 04-26/1923 Column - 5 Page – 4


WILLIE GREER (20 DEC 1874 - 12 MARCH 1880) Son of George & H. Greer, s/w R. Greer


FRANK E. GRIMES, SR (9 SEP 1918 - 6 APRIL 1992) s/w Kathleen A.

Frank E. Grimes Sr., 73, of 4351 W. Riley Rd., Gladwin, died suddenly Monday, April 6, 1992, at his home. Born in Peck, Sept. 9, 1918, he came to Gladwin County in 1949 from Sanilac County, Mr. Grimes was a carpenter. He and the former Kathleen Ross were married Dec. 20, 1940, in Marlette.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 sons, Frank Jr., Gary and Randy of Gladwin; 3 daughters, Mrs. Roger (Marlene) Haines, Mrs. Dale (Sandra) Krahner and Mrs. Larry (Cheryl) Evans of Gladwin; one brother, Walter of Brown City; 2 sisters, Mrs. Hazel Hudie of Peck and Mrs. Bernice Hardley of New Port Richie, Fla.; 19 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 3 brothers and 4 sisters.

   Services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Donald Potter and the Rev. Donald Roberts will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-08/1992 Column - 4 Page - 11

KATHLEEN A. (ROSS) GRIMES (1927 - ?) s/w Frank E., Sr.,


MATTHEW F. GRIMES (31 JAN 1967 - 27 DEC 1998) Son, Brother, Father & Friend

 

Matthew F. Grimes, 31, of Gladwin, died Sunday, Dec. 27, 1998 at home as a result of a fire. Born Jan. 31, 1967 in Midland, he was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County.

 

Surviving are his parents, Frank and Linda Grimes Jr. of Gladwin; one daughter, Kalinda Grimes of Gladwin; one son, Cameron of Gladwin; one sister, Hollie Grimes of Battle Creek; his fiance, Kay Anderson of Gladwin; and two stepchildren, Angel Anderson, and Shandal Anderson, both of Gladwin.

 

Services will be held at 1 p.m. tomorrow (Wednesday) at Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel, with Rev. Donald Roberts officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Memorial contributions can be made to the trust fund for Matthew Grimes children. Gladwin County Record dated 12-30/1998 Column – 2 Page – 2.

 

HARRY H. GROAT (23 OCT 1894 – 4 MAY 1978) s/w Verna L.

 

Harry H. Groat, 83, of Rhodes, died Thursday at Midland Hospital Center. He was born Oct. 23, 1894. He was a retired mail carrier at the Rhodes post office, serving there for 41 years.

 

Survivors include one son, Gordon E.; of Rhodes, one grandson; one brother, Frank, of Port Sanilac, and three sisters, Mrs. Ira Raymond of Port Sanilac; Mrs Della Todd, of Dearborn, and Mrs. Zeryl Vanden, of Flint.

 

Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at the Gladwin Chapel of the Hall Funeral Home, with burial in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. MDN dated 5-6-1978 Page – 2.

 

LOIS M. (DEMARAY) COFFELL-RUSSELL-GROAT (6 FEB 1907 – 8 OCT 1986) s/w Albert Coffell

 

LOIS GROAT

 

Lois M. Groat, 79, of 344 E. Beech St., Gladwin, died suddenly Wednesday, Oct. 8, in the Gladwin Area Hospital. Born in Gladwin Feb. 6, 1907, she had spent her lifetime here. Mrs. Groat was a member of the Gladwin Church of the Nazarene. The former Lois Demaray, she was married to Albert Coffell April 22, 1925 and he died Dec. 18, 1965. She married Carl Russell Sept. 23, 1969 and he died Dec. 26, 1973. She then married Walter Groat Oct. 11, 1975 and he preceded her in death Aug. 28.

 

Surviving are one daughter, Marilyn Anderson of Gladwin; 7 step-children. Ward and Don Russell and Bernice Bergman of Beaverton, Joyce Tuck of Gladwin, Lucille Ostrander of Cass City, Roger Sparling of Rochester and Larry Groat of Venezuela; one brother, Frank of Houghton Lake; 28 grandchildren and 46 great grandchildren.

 

Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev.

Jerry Wells officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-15/1986 Column – 3 Page – 2.


VERNA L. (EDICK) GROAT (7 MARCH 1898 - 14 MAY 1968) s/w Harry H.

 

RHODES --- Mrs. Verna L. Groat, 70, wife of Harry H. Groat, died Tuesday at the Standish Community Hospital after an illness of four and one – half months. She was born March 7, 1898, in Gladwin County and was married Oct. 20, 1915, in Gladwin to Mr. Groat.

 

Other survivors, besides the husband, are one son, Gordon E. Groat of Rhodes; one grandson, one brother, Albert Edick of Flint; two sisters, Mrs.Nancy Dassay of Gladwin and Miss Stella Edick of Grand Traverse County.

 

Funeral services will be held Friday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. Burial will be in Ridge cemetery. MDN dated 5-151968 Page – 3.

HAROLD C. GROGG, SR (8 MAY 1924 - 17 NOV 1995)

 

HAROLD C. GROGG SR.

 

Harold C. Grogg Sr., 71, of Gladwin, died suddenly Friday, Nov. 17, 1995 at Saginaw General

Hospital. Born May 8, 1924 in Belpre, Ohio, he resided in Gladwin since 1964. Mr. Grogg was employed in automobile sales and was currently with Manning Ford. He served in the U.S. Navy for 23 years until retiring July 30, 1964. Mr. Grogg was a member of the Kingdom Hall. Jehovah Witness, Gladwin congregation. He married the former Phyllis Heinz Oct. 29, 1946 in Gladwin.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by 4 sons, Harold Jr. and wife Shirley of Grover Beach, Calif., James and wife Deborah of Gladwin; Daniel and wife Joy of Grover Beach, Calif., and David and wife Narrisa of Gladwin; one daughter, Elizabeth Grogg of Mobile, Ala.; 2 sisters, Virginia Kupris

of Akron, Ohio and Claudia Welter of Iowa; 15 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Herbert and James Jr.

 

Rites were held at 1 p.m. Monday from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin chapel with Daniel Sykes officiating. Burial was in the Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to Kingdom Hall. Jehovah Witness. Gladwin County Record dated 11-22/1995 Column – 2 Page – 7.

 

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ABBIE JANE (KEHOE) GROOMS (1915 – 17 JUNE 1943)

Mrs. Howard Grooms dies in Flint June 17

Mrs. Abbie Jane Grooms, 26, daughter of Mr., and Mrs. Mark Kehoe, of Gladwin, died at Hurley Hospital in Flint Thursday, June 17.

A prayer service for Mrs. Grooms was held at the Reigle Funeral Home in Flint Saturday and the funeral was held from the Kehoe home here Monday at 10:30 a. m. Burial was in Ridge, cemetery.

Surviving are Mrs. Grooms husband, Howard; three daughters, Margie Ann, Mary Jane and Judy at home; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Mark Kehoe of Gladwin; six brothers Grenvul and Albert Kehoe, of Flint; Mark, Jr., Jack, Willard and Donald Kehoe, of Gladwin; and two sisters, Mrs.

Dorothy Seipke, of Detroit and….

Gladwin County Record dated 6-23/1943 Column – 7 Page – 1.


AARON MICHAEL GROVE (27 DEC 1927 - 1 JAN 2003)

   Aaron “Mike” Grove , 75, of Gladwin, died Wednesday, January 1, 2003, at the Saginaw V.A. Hospital following a short illness. He was born December 27, 1927, in Gladwin, to Omer and Goldia (Wright) Grove.

Mr. Grove graduated from Ferris State University. He was a Salesman at Dow Chemical, Midland. He was also former Director of Norcap, Mount Pleasant, and an active mentor with the COPE program of Gladwin and Midland Counties.

   Mr. Grove served in the U.S. Coast Guard in the South Pacific during World War II. He was a former Gladwin County Commissioner and a former member of the Gladwin County Republican Party. Mike was a charter member of the Gladwin Lions Club and a member of the Gladwin Eagles, Aerie 3292. He was former commander of the American Legion Post 171, and a member of the V.F.W. Post 11256. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Gladwin. Mr. Grove married Dorothy Rogers on December 19, 1953, in Gladwin. She survives him.

   Also surviving him are his daughter, Colleen (Tim) Sheehan of Charlotte, Michigan; two sons, Robert M. Grove, Sr., and William (Dena) Grove, both of Gladwin; seven grandchildren, Rene and Rick Johnson; Bo and Stephanie Sheehan; Robert Grove, Jr.; Sarah Grove; Lauren Grove; Ryan Fassett; and Shelby Grove; a step-grandchild, Dan Young; four great-grandchildren, Mitchell Dunn, Cheyanne Johnson, Darren Grove, and Breanna Sheehan; two brothers, Holland Grove and Duane Grove, both of Gladwin; and a sister, Cecil Behnke of Florida.

   He was predeceased by his parents; brothers, Wilbur, Omer, Mervin, Basil, Howard and Orvil Grove; and sisters, Audrey Johnson, Bea Smith, Shirley Roberts and Delvena Card.

Funeral Services were held Saturday, January 4, 2003, at 2:00 p.m., at the First United Methodist Church of Gladwin with Rev. Charles Marble officiating. He was buried at Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin, Michigan.

Mike Grove was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County. Gladwin County Record

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CARRIE E. (MCQUESTION) GROVE (22 JUNE 1883 - 17 FEB 1965) s/w Marshall N.

MRS. CARRIE GROVE DIES

 

GLADWIN --- Mrs. Carrie E. Grove, 81, died Wednesday at Gladwin Hospital following a short illness. Mrs. Grove was born in Paulding County, Ohio June 22, 1883. She wa born in Paulding County, Ohio June 22, 1883. She was married to Omer Grove, May 1901 and moved to Gladwin County in October 1915. She was a charter member of the Bethel Methodist Church.

 

Surviving are five sons, Lester, Arnold, Max, Norris and Elmer all of Flint; five daughters, Mrs. Eugene Garver of Gladwin, Mrs. Horace Willett of Bentley, Mrs. Doris Simons of Saginaw, Mrs. Harvey Bennett of Flint and Mrs. Clarence Cremeans of Dearborn; 27 grandchildren and 37 great-grandchildren.

 

Funeral services will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. in the Miner Funeral Home. Rev. Marion Putman and Rev. Thurland Meredith wil officiate. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery near Gladwin. MDN 2-18-1965 Page - 2.
EDNA MAE (RUSSELL) GROVE (1927 - ?) s/w Holland


ELMER L. GROVE (6 AUG 1919 – 17 JULY 1997) s/w Vera L.


GOLDIE B.  (WRIGHT) GROVE (2 JULY 1888 - 22 MAY 1962) s/w Omer

ILLNESS FATAL TO MRS. GOLDIE GROVE

   Mrs. Goldie B. Grove, 73, of Sage Township, died Tuesday after a long illness. Born in Paulding County, Ohio on July 2, 1888, she had lived in Gladwin County 49 years. She was married in Ohio to Omar C. Grove in 1903. He preceded her in death on Oct. 25, 1938. Mrs. Grove was a member of the Bethel Methodist Church.

   Survivors include five daughters, Mrs. Audra Johnson, Mrs. Beatrice Smith, Mrs. Cecil Behnke and Mrs. Shirley Roberts, of Gladwin, and Mrs. Delavinia Card, of Flint; eight sons, Mervin, of Gaylord, Wilbur, of Beaverton, and Howard, Basil, Omer, Holland, Aaron, and Duane, of Gladwin; a sister, Mrs. James McCollough, and a brother, Clarence Donley, of Oakwood, Ohio; 48 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Friday at 1 p.m. at the Bethel Methodist Church with burial in Ridge Cemetery. Friends may call at the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 05-23/1962 Column - 1 Page – 1


HOLLAND CLARE GROVE (25 FEB 1926 - 17 JAN 2005) s/w Edna

Holland Clare Grove, Holland Clare Grove, 78, of Gladwin, passed away Monday, Jan. 17, 2005 at his residence. Mr. Grove was born on Feb. 25, 1926 to the late Omer and Goldie (Wright) Grove in Gladwin. He married the former Edna Mae Russell on Oct. 11, 1947. Mr. Grove was a member of the Cornerstone Baptist Church. He was also the former owner of the Gladwin Dairy Freez. Holland retired from the Dow Chemical Company and has lived in Gladwin all his life.

Surviving are his wife, Edna Mae Grove; five children, Dan (Tammy Greene) Grove of Midland, Morris (Judy Kleiss) Grove of Gladwin, Suzanne (Jim) Crusen of Freeland, Diane (Tom) Mienk of Gladwin, and Roxanne (Tim) Schulz of Houghton; 11 grandchildren; and one sister, Cicel Behnke of Ft. Mead, Florida. Holland was predeceased by 11 brothers and sisters.

Funeral services will take place at Cornerstone Baptist Church on Thursday, Jan. 20 at 1 p.m. with burial in Ridge Cemetery. Pastor Tony Alexander will officiate. Visitation will be on Wednesday, Jan. 19 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Sisson Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Cornerstone Baptist Church, Hospice of Gladwin, or Hospice of West Branch. The Sisson Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.


MARSHALL NAY GROVE (27 AUG 1874 - 22 MARCH 1939) s/w Carrie E.

FUNERAL SERVICES HELD FOR NAY GROVE MARCH 24

 

Marshall Nay Grove died at his home in Sage township, March 22, Nay Grove was born in Paulding County, Ohio, August 27, 1874. He was married to Carrie McQuestion May 21, 1905 and to them were born twelve children. Mr. and Mrs. Grove came to Gladwin county in 1915 and settled on a farm in Sage township where they have since resided.

 

Surviving besides his wife are Lester, Arlo, Max of Flint, Eva Garver of Sage township, Berniece Willett of Grim township, Mrs. Doris Simons of Clare, Norris, Elmer, Evaline and Myrtle at home, two brothers, Hershel Grove of Oakwood, Ohio, and Urban Grove of Grout township, four sisters, Mrs. Aura Adams, Mrs. Mable Bennett, Mrs. Nancy Donley, Mrs. Anna Varnerrall of Oakwood, Ohio, and 14 grandchildren besides other relatives and friends.

 

Funeral services were held Friday afternoon at the Bethel M. E. Church iwth Rev. Ivan Hodgeson officiating. Interment in Ridge Cemetery.


MARY ELLEN (ALLEN) GROVE (15 FEB 1913 - 4 OCT 1985) s/w Wilbur A.

Mary E. Grove, 72, of 4630 W. Calhoun Rd., Beaverton, died Friday, Oct. 4, in St. Mary's Hospital, Saginaw, after a short illness. Born in Gladwin County Feb. 15, 1913, she had spent her life here. She was a member of the Beaverton United Methodist Church and the Bard Ladies Aid. The former Mary Allen, she was married to Wilbur Grove June 8, 1932.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by 6 sons, Junior, Darwin, Keith, Larry and Terry of Beaverton and Rick of Texas; 4 daughters, Mrs. Ervin (Bonnie) Willis and Mrs. Jack (Ivalou) Bauer of Gladwi, Mrs. Dana (Debra) Cassidy of Grayling and Kathy of Beaverton; 39 grandchildren and 29 great grandchildren. A daughter, 2 sisters and 5 brothers preceded her in death. Services were held Monday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Bruce Hatch officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-09/1985 Column - 4 Page - 2

OMER E. GROVE (8 AUG 1921 – 14 MARCH 1988)

 

Omer E. Grove, 66, of Gladwin, died Monday, March 14, in Saginaw Veterans Hospital after a long illness. Born in Gladwin, Aug. 8, 1921, he had spent his lifetime here. Mr. Grove retired from Dow Chemical Co. in 1969 and operated Grove's Gas Station and Party Store on N. State St. until about 3 years ago when he closed the business. He was a veteran of World War II and a member of the Wagarville United Methodist Church and American Legion Post 171. Mr. Grove and the former Beatrice Olson were married March 14, 1945, in New York.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Michael of Gladwin; one daughter, Mrs. Louis (Ilene) Simrau of Gladwin; 4 brothers, Wilbur of Beaverton, Mervin of St. Helen and Holland and Mike of Gladwin, Cecile Behnke of Ft. Mead, Fla. and Delvania Card of Beaverton; and 5 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 3 brothers and 2 sisters.

 

Services will be held Friday at 11 a.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Wayne Jensen will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. An American Legion memorial service will be held Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Gladwin County Record dated 03-16/1988 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

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OMER CLYDE GROVE (12 FEB 1883 - 25 OCT 1938) s/w Goldia

 

Accident Proves Fatal To Sage Twp. Resident

 

In an accident which occurred last Tuesday afternoon between 2 and 3 p. m. Omer Grove, resident of Sage Twp. was killed instantly. Mr. Grove, with his son Elza, was driving west on

the Clare road, and collided with the car driven by Carl Siefert of Oljvet. The accident happened

about two miles east of the Corn well Ranch, and apparently neither party saw the other.

 

Elza Grove was badly shaken up but not injured seriously, and Howard Allen, an occupant in

the Siefert car was taken to the Gladwin hospital and treated for a broken collar bone. Omer Clyde Grove, son of Stephen and Laura Grove, was born February 12, 1883 in Paulding

County, Ohio, and met instant death in an automobile accident October 25, at the age of 55 years.

 

He was united in marriage with Goldia Wright on Feb. 6, 1904. To this union was born eight

sons and five daughters, Orville, Audrey, Howard, Mervin, Wilbur, Beatrice, Basil, Cecil, Delavina,

Elza, Holland, Mike, and Shirley. In April 1913 he moved with family to Gladwin County where he has since resided. He was converted in 1916 and has been an active member of the Bethel M. E. Church ever since and for 18 years has served as superintendent of the Sunday school. He was baptized in 1924 and in his everyday life he lived true to his convictions.

 

Surviving him besides his wife, and family, are his mother, Mrs. Laura Grove of Oakwood, Ohio,

one brother and four sisters living in Paulding, Ohio, and two brothers, Urban and Nay living in

Gladwin county, also 11 grandchildren, other relatives and a host of friends and neighbors. His father, one sister, two brothers and eldest son Orville preceded him in death.

 

Services were held Friday at the home at 1:30 p. m. and at the Bethel M. E. church at 2 o'clock.

Rev. Ivan Hodgson officiated with interment at the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-2/1938 Column – 2 Page – 1.


ORVILLE C. GROVE (1904 – 1 OCT 1922)

 

Orville Groves, who was working for George Alward Jr., was kicked in his left side by a horse Monday, and was taken to Mercy hospital, Bay City, Tuesday, for treatment. Gladwin County Record dated 10-5/1922 Column – 2 Page – 5.

 

KICK FROM HORSE RESULTS FATALLY

 

Orville Grove Dies at Bay City Hospital from His Injuries

 

Orville Grove, 17-year old son of Omer Grove of Sage township, died at Mercy hospital Sunday from internal injuries received Monday, Oct. 2., when he was kicked in the stomach by a horse on a neighbor's farm. He was working around the horse when kicked. He was knocked unconscious. Medical aid was called and he was taken to the Bay City hospital where he was operated on by Dr. Ballard.

 

At the time of the operation chances for the boy's recovery were considered slight. However, as he recovered from the operation his condition became better. A sudden change on Sunday preceded his demise. . The body was brought to his home, where funeral services were held Wednesday, conducted by Rev. Charles Peterson of Wagarville. Gladwin County Record dated 10-12/1922 Column – 4 Page – 1.


VERA LOUISE (BRUNER) GROVE (20 JUNE 1926 - 4 JAN 1974) s/w Elmer L.

 

VERA L. GROVE

 

Mrs. Vera L. Grove, 47, of 3028 Shaw St., Flint, died Friday, January 4, in Hurley Hospital, Flint.

Born in Clare County, June 20, 1926, she was married to Elmer Grove in 1943 in Wagarville. They lived in Gladwin until 9 years ago when they moved to Flint, where Mrs. Grove was employed as a nurses aid at the Senior Citizens Nursing Home in Flint for 3 years. She was a member of the Great Lakes Bible Baptist Temple in Flint.

 

Surviving are her husband, Elmer; a daughter, Dawn Marie at home; her mother, Mrs. Inez Bruner of Gladwin; 4 brothers, Robert of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., George and Lawrence, both of Williamston, and Elmer of Mason; 5 sisters, Mrs. Glenden (Elpha) Murray and Mrs. Glen (Frances) Day, both of Gladwin, Mrs. Robert (Florence) Ridley, and Mrs. Nancy Thomas, both of Williamston, and Mrs. Dennis (Joyce) Day of Fenton.

 

Services were held Monday at 1:00 p.m. at Mathews Funeral Home, with the Rev. Gerald Cheney officiating, and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 1-9/1974 Column – 6 Page – 2.


WILBUR ARLO GROVE b. 1911, d. 2002, s/w Mary E.

 

Wilbur A. Grove, age 91, of Beaverton passed away Friday, June 28 at Edna Mae's Leisure Country Living. Wilbur was born June 26, 1911 in Oakwood, Ohio to Omer and Goldie Wright Grove. He came to Gladwin County as a child and has lived here all his life. Wilbur married the former Mary Allen on June 8, 1932 in Gladwin. Mary passed away on October 4, 1985. He retired from Robinson Industries and farming. Wilbur loved to fish in his free time.

   Surviving are six sons, Junior Grove of Gladwin, Larry (Martha) Grove of Gladwin, Keith (Connie) of Coleman, Terry (Diane) of Beaverton, Rick (Sandy) of Beaverton, and Darwin of Beaverton; three daughters, Bonnie( Ervin) Willis of Gladwin, Debra (Dana) Cassidy of Beaverton, and Kathy (David) Vermilye of Beaverton; 41 grandchildren, 46 great grandchildren, and 10 great great grandchildren; two brothers, Holland (Edna) Grove, and Mike (Dorothy) Grove, both of Gladwin; and one sister, Cecil Behnke of Florida.

   Wilbur is predeceased by two daughters, Donna Lee Whitman and Ivalou Bauer; a daughter-in-law, Betty Grove; brothers Howard, Orval, Basil, Omer and Mervin; and sisters Audrey, Beatrice and Delavina. Services were held at 11 a.m. Monday, July 1 at the Sisson Funeral Home. Rev. Mark Moore officiated. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Edna Mae's Leisurely Country Living where Wilbur stayed the past three months. Gladwin County Record dated 07-03/2002 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

H'S

 

EVA J. HAGER (15 OCT 1936 - 31 OCT 1999)

Eva J. Hager, 63, of Beaverton, died Sunday, Oct. 31, 1999 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland after a short illness.

Born Oct. 15, 1936 in Gladwin, she was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County. She was a homemaker.

Surviving are her mother, Anna Appelget of Black Diamond, Wash., and one brother, Larry L. Hager of Black Diamond, Wash.

She was preceded in death by her father, Russell G. Hager, Sept. 2, 1982.

Services will be held at 1 p.m. today (Wednesday) at Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin, with Rev. Paul Klassen officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel was in charge of the arrangements.

GEORGE RUSSELL HAGER (2 NOV 1909 - 2 SEP 1982)

RUSSELL HAGER

Russell G. Hager, 72, of 340 Ridge Rd., Gladwin, died Thursday, Sept. 2, at his home following a short illness. Born in Gladwin on November 2, 1909, he had spent his lifetime here. Mr. Hager was a self-employed farmer.

Surviving are one son, Larry of Seattle, Wash.; one daughter, Eva Hager of Beaverton; 2 sisters, Mrs. Thelma Henry of Pontiac and Mrs. Evelyn Sheick of Flint; and one grandchild.

Services were held Sunday at 3 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Paul Klassen officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 9-8/1982 Column – 4 Page – 2.


JOHN HAGERTY (22 FEB 1846 - 2 JUNE 1908)


CAROLINE (KRAFT) HAHN-SMITH (8 MAY 1865 – 17 JAN 1929) s/w Charles A.

MRS. GEORGE R. SMITH

Mrs. George R. Smith died Jan. 17, 1929, at her home on South Antler street after an attack of influenza followed by meningitis. Mrs.George R. Smith, nee Caroline Kraft, was born May 8, 1865, in Baden, Germany, where she lived until the age of 17, when she came to America, and became a resident of Detroit, Michigan, where she was united in marriage to Charles Anthony Hahn on July 11, 1885. To this union one daughter was born on Jan. 7, 1899 in Detroit, Mich., who survives her.

In 1900 the family moved to Mayville, Mich., where they resided until the moved to Gladwin on Aug. 12, 1918. Aug. 15, 1919, her husband, Chas. Hahn departed this life. Mrs. Hahn was married to George R. Smith of Gladwin July 2, 1921.

She is survived by her husband, George R. Smith, her only daughter, Mrs. Christine Wesley McKnight, and one grand-daughter, Miss Lucille Wesley of Gladwin. Two brothers, Charles and August Kraft, both of Detroit, and one sister, Mrs. Lewis Riecher of Detroit; also 43 nieces and nephews, besides a host of friends. She was one of nine children, five brothers having preceded her in death.

Mrs. Smith was a kind and affectionate mother of a good Christian character, and loved by all who knew her. She was a member of the Mission church at the time of her death. She will be greatly missed at church services, for she was a frequent visitor.

Those attending the funeral from out of town were: Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Kraft, Mr. and Mrs. August Kraft, Mrs. Lewis Riecher, Sr., and son, Lewis Riecher, Jr. all of Detroit, and Mr. and Mrs. Norman Bergey of Saginaw, Mich.

Funeral services were held from the Mission church on Saturday at 12:30 p. m. conducted by Rev. Alma M. Wegner, with interment at the Ridge cemetery. The pall-bearers were, Gordon Capling, Glenn Wagar, Basil Stout, Burke Wilmot, Donald Black and Archie Graham. Gladwin County Record dated 1-24/1929 Column – 5 Page – 1.


CHARLES ANTHONY HAHN (27 MARCH 1852 – 15 AUG 1919) s/w Caroline

CHARLES HAHN

Charles Hahn was born in Germany Mar. 27, 1852, and departed this life Aug. 15, 1919, from his late home in Gladwin, Mich. Mr. Hahn came to this country with his parents when 11 months of age, spending his childhood days with his parents in Canada. In 1885 he was united in marriage to Miss Carrie Kraft, living for some time in Detroit.

To this union was born one daughter, Mrs. Melton Wesley of Gladwin. Most of his married life was spent as a farmer near Mayville, Mich., moving to Gladwin one year ago. He is survived by his faithful companion and daughter, also three brothers and one sister of Buffalo, N. Y., and one brother of Sarnia, Can., besides other relatives and friends. Mr. Hahn had been in poor health about ten years, growing worse the last two or three years, having been confined to his bed the last eight weeks.

Funeral services were conducted I from the home by Rev. F. D. Voller, (text, Job 14:10), Monday morning, Aug. 18. Interment in Pine Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-21/1919 Column – 5 Page – 5.

LARRY L. HALE (16 FEB 1946 - 15 SEP 2005)

Larry L. Hale, Larry L. Hale, 59, of Gladwin, died Sept. 15, 2005 at home following a short illness. He was born Feb. 16, 1946 in Clare to Lorn and Alice (Thorington) Hale. He married Carol Lee Wray in Gladwin on July 23, 1966. He was a lifetime resident of Gladwin and worked for 40 years for Robinson Industry in Coleman, retiring in 2005.

Surviving are his wife, Carol Hale of Gladwin; two sons, Josh (Kierstin) Hale of Gladwin and Larry Hale of Olathe, Kansas; one daughter, Janelle (Eric) Cuddie of Gladwin; six grandchildren; two brothers, Donald (Carol Ann) Hale of Gladwin and Richard Hale of Harrison; one sister, Karen (Dwayne) Morse of Bath; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandson, Aron Hale, and brother, Orland Hale.

A graveside service was conducted Sept. 19 at Ridge Cemetery following a procession from Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin. Pastor Phil Hortop officiated. Memorial contributions may be made to Cancer Treatment Centers for America.


EDWIN F. HALL (6 AUG 1916 - 19 AUG 1983) m. 17 Mar 1984, s/w Theresa L.

Edwin F. Hall, 67, of 108 E. Deer St., Gladwin, died Friday morning, Aug. 19, in the Midland Hospital Center. Born in Lapeer on August 6, 1916, he moved to Pontiac at an early age. He worked in material control for General Motors Truck and Bus Division until retiring in March 1972. Mr. Hall moved to Gladwin County November 13, 1971. He was married to the former Theresa Elliott on June 2, 1951, in Pontiac.

Besides his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Hazel Milligan of Pontiac; 3 sons, Ira, Charles and Jeffery, all of Pontiac; one step-son, Michael Elliott of Shreveport, La.; one step-daughter, Linda Leyva of Pontiac; 2 sisters, Rosemary Sprague of Pontiac and Cleo Bago of Royal Oak; 8 grandchildren and one great granddaughter.

Services were held Monday at 11 a.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Ralph Cole officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-24/1983 Column – 3 Page – 2.


ELIJAH HALL (8 MAY 1854 - 13 JAN 1935) Husband of Mary S.

Hold Funeral Rites For Elijah Hall

Funeral services were held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Colbeck, Beaverton, for her father, Elijah Hall, Monday, January 14, conducted by Rev. Raymond Norton, pastor of the Beaverton Methodist church. Burial was at Ridge cemetery in Gladwin township.

Elijah Hall died January 12, 1935, at the Colbeck home at Beaverton after an illness of a year and having been confined to his bed about two weeks. He was born May 6, 1851, in Ontario, Canada, and was married in 1880 to Miss Mary Leonard, who died in 1913.

The Halls came to Gladwin county in 1885, and have lived in Gladwin and on a farm in Sage township. Since his wife's death he has made his home with his children. He is survived by three, daughters Mrs. Mabel Walker of Grout township, Miss Grace Hall of Detroit and Mrs. Onalee Colbeck of Beaverton; two sons, Floyd E. Hall of Beaverton and Gordon Hall of Gladwin, and nine grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 1-16/1935 Column – 2 Page – 4.


ETHEL PEARL (DEMARAY) HALL (18 OCT 1889 - 21 JAN 1990) s/w Will P.

Mrs. Ethel P. Hall, 100, of 1651 Oakwood Dr., Gladwin, died Sunday, Jan. 21, 1990, in the Gladwin Nursing Home, after a long illness. Born in Sanilac County, Oct. 18, 1889, she came to Gladwin County when she was a child. The former Ethel Demaray, she was married to Will Hall, April 12, 1914, in Gladwin. He preceded her in death Dec. 11, 1918.

   Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Clayton (Dorothy) Whitney of Gladwin; 3 sons, Fred Hall of Midland, Elmer Hall of Pontiac and James Forgie of Gladwin; 15 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren and one great, great grandchild. She was preceded in death by a brother, Duncan, and 5 sisters, Nettie Wesley, Beatrice Erwin, Marjorie Forgie, Susan Wilson and Clara Delp.

   Services will be held Thursday at 3 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Pastor Jerry Wells will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Visitation is after 1 p.m. today, Wednesday. Gladwin County Record dated 01-24/1990 Column - 3 Page - 2

FLORENCE (MEYER) HALL (? - ?)


GORDON L. HALL (11 FEB 1900 - 22 OCT 1985) Father, s/w Florence

Gordon L. Hall, 85, of Clearview Oaks, St. Petersburg, Fla., died Tuesday, Oct. 22, in Humana Hospital following a long illness. Born in Sage Township Feb. 11, 1900, he lived in Mt. Pleasant for 40 years and in Florida the last 10. Mr. Hall retired in 1965 as an engineer at the Michigan State Home in Mt. Pleasant. He was a member of the Gladwin Masonic Lodge. He and the former Florence Meyer were married in June 1941 in Detroit.

   Surviving besides his wife, is one son, George of Pontiac; and one sister, Onalee Colbeck of Gladwin. A Masonice Memorial Service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Gladwin County Record dated 10-30/1985 Column - 3 Page – 2


MARY S. (LEONARD) HALL (25 MARCH 1861 - 25 JAN 1913) Wife of Elijah Hall

Mrs. Mary Hall died Sunday, Jan. 12, at Bay City, after several years' illness with tuberculosis. She was born at Glendale, Ont., March 25, 1861, and 14 days. She was married to Elijah Hall, who survives her, in 1881. They came to Gladwin county in the year 1884 and made their home on a farm in Sage township. Eight children were born to them, six of whom are living---three daughters, Mabel, now Mrs. G. W. Walker of Grout, Grace and Onalee at home; three sons, William, Floyd and Gordon. Two brothers, John Leonard, Kingston, Ont., and Frank Leonard, Gladwin, and one sister, Mrs. William Holmes, of Mount Vernon, Wash., also survive her.

   The remains were brought from Bay City Jan. 14 and taken to the residence of her brother, Frank Leonard, where services were held at 1 p.m., Jan. 15, by Rev. E. Willard of Sage township, assisted by Rev. J. W. Hayward of the city. Interment took place in the Ridge cemetery. She has been a faithful Christian worker and has passed into the joy of her Lord. The memory of her life must prove a perpetual inspiration. Gladwin County Record dated 01-23/1913 Column - 4 Page - 4

THERESA L. (ELLIOTT) HALL (27 SEP 1923 – 17 MARCH 1984) m. 17 Mar 1984, s/w Edwin F.

(Midland Daily News, March 20, 1984)

 

Theresa L. Hall, 60, of Gladwin, died Saturday, March 17, 1984, at Gladwin Area Hospital following a sudden illness.

 

She was born Sept. 27, 1923, in Romeo. She moved to Gladwin from Pontiac 14 years ago, and was employed as the cook at Rosie’s Lunch at Wooden Shoe Village. She was a member of the Wooden Shoe United Methodist Church. The former Theresa Elliott married Edwin F. Hall, May 19, 1951, in Pontiac; he died Aug. 19, 1983.

 

She leaves her daughters, Mrs. Linda Leyva of Pontiac and Mrs. Linda Sabline of Cincinnati, Ohio; son, Michea1 Elliott of Shreveport, La.; step-sons, Ira H. Hall and Jeffrey Hall, both of Pontiac, and Charles Hall of Lake Orion; stepdaughter, Catherine Hall of Pontiac; six grandchildren; sister, Fannie M. Perry of Gladwin, and brother, Harry Elliott of Traverse City.

 

Services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Hall Funeral Home’s Gladwin Chapel, with the Rev. Carter Miller officiating.  Burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin.  Friends may call at the funeral home anytime today.

 

WILLIAM PHILLIP HALL (28 AUG 1885 - 11 DEC 1918) s/w Ethel P.

Phillip Hall died the morning of Dec. 11, 1918, at 5 o'clock, from influenza, at his hom in Sage township. He was born Aug. 28, 1885, at Napanee, Ont. When he was about two months old the family moved to Gladwin county and settled in Sage township, where he lived pratically all his life. Deceased was a graduate of the Gladwin high school in the class of 1903, and has been an industrious and hard working young man. He was married to Miss Ethel Demaray April 12, 1914, who with three small children, is bereft of the husband of her youth.

   Services were held from the home Dec. 13, conducted by Rev. A. J. Hettler. Burial in Ridge cemetery. Six members of the I. O. O. F., of which he was a member, acted as pallbearers. He leaves to mourn his death; his wife and three children, his father, three sisters and two brothers, besides other relatives and friends.

   How little we know what is before us! We make our plans, but suddenly all is changed. May the God of all good and mercy comfort the sorrowing ones. Gladwin County Record dated 12-19/1918 Column - 4 Page – 5


HENRY C. HAMILTON (19 APRIL 1892 - 11 FEB 1973)

GLADWIN --- Funeral service for Henry C. Hamilton, 80, of 243 Grout Road will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Arthur Munger will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge cemetery. Mr. Hamilton died Sunday night at the Gladwin Area Hospital. He was born April 19, 1892, in Green County, Ky., and moved to Pontiac in 1939 where he worked as a mill operator for the Pontiac Paint and Varnish Company. He retired in 1963 and moved to Gladwin. Mr. Hamilton married the former Goldie Mae Carr in 1916 in Berry County, Ky. She died there in February, 1952.

Surviving are two sons, Steven of Convington, Ky., and Leonard of Midland; four daughters, Mrs. James (Alice) Emerson, and Mrs. Vivian Hammons, both of Covington, Mrs. Paul (Lucile) Burns of Homestead, Fla., and Mrs. Robert (Helen) Cummings of Beaverton of Covington; 29 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home today. MDN 2-13-1973 Page -2
LEONARD CLAY HAMILTON (2 SEP 1929 - 28 DEC 1996)

LEONARD CLAY HAMILTON

Leonard Clay Hamilton, 67, of Gladwin, died Saturday, Dec. 28, at his home. Born Sept. 2, 1929 in Covington, Ky., Leonard served his country for 20 years in the Navy as chief petty officer E-7, retiring from the service in 1966. He married the former Shirley Nicholson, Oct. 8, 1964 in Beaverton. He worked for Dow Chemical as an electrician until retiring in 1980.

Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Eric of Midland; three daughters, Bonnie Jacobs, Susan Hamilton and Melissa Hamilton, all of Gladwin; two sisters, Alice Tapp of Edgewood, Ky., and Helen Cummings of Gladwin; and one granddaughter. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters and one brother.

Services were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin with the Rev. Deane Wyllys officiating. Burial was in the Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Memorials may be made to Association. Gladwin County Record dated 1-1/1997 Column – 4 Page – 5.

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GERALD A. HAMMOND (14 DEC 1925 - 11 JULY 1984)

 

Gerald A. Hammond, 58, of 1002 N. M-30, died suddenly Wednesday, July 11, at the Gladwin Area Hospital. Born in Detroit on December 14, 1925, he was a resident of the Country Estates Foster Care Home the past 17 years. Rites were held Friday at 11:30 a.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Carter Miller officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-18/1984 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

ALBERT L. HANEL (14 JULY 1933 - 23 JAN 1987)

 

Albert L. Hanel, 53, of 4116 Betty Lee Blvd., Gladwin, died Friday, Jan. 23, in Saginaw Veterans Medical Center after a short illness. Born in Wise July 14, 1933, he came to Gladwin County 3 years ago from Coleman. Mr. Hanel served in the Air Force during the Korean War.

   Surviving are his mother, Mrs. Beatrice Durham of Coldwater; 5 half-brothers, Daniel Merritt of Clare, Stanley and Kenneth Merritt of Charlotte, Melvin Durham of Coldwater and Ronald Merritt of Farwell; 2 half-sisters, Evelyn Landen of Grand Ledge and Wanda Markell of VanWert, Ohio. A sister, Maxine Bell, preceded him in death Jan. 12.

   Rites were held Monday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Jerry Wells officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-28/1987 Column - 3 Page - 2

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GLADYS (WHITE) GOHEEN-HANNON (21 APRIL 1911 - 31 OCT 1992) Our Mom

GLADYS HANNON

Gladys (Goheen) Hannon, 81, of the Maple Manor, died Saturday. Oct. 31, 1992, at her home after a long illness. Born in Gladwin, April 21, 1911, she was raised in the county and left. She returned in 1972. Mrs. Hannon was a civilian requisition officer for the U.S. Army until retiring in 1972 after 20 years. She was a member of the R.L.D.S. Church.

The former Gladys White, she was married to Clayton Goheen in 1930. He preceded her in death March 16, 1981.

Surviving are one son, Richard; 2 daughters, Mrs. Dean (Yvonne) Dunning of Gladwin and Mrs. Emil (Priscilla) Ziemer of Green Valley, Ariz.; 2 brothers, Irvine and Verl White of Gladwin; one sister, Faye Haines of Gladwin; 12 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Jeanne Goheen.

Services were held Tuesday at 11 a.m. from the Sisson Funeral Home. Elder Roger Haines officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-4/1992 Column – 3 Page – 2.


BURCHARD N. HARRIS (1877 – 25 OCT 1956) s/w Minnie M.

LONG ILLNESS FATAL TO BURTHARRIS

Burt N. Harris, 69, a life time resident of Gladwin County, died at the Gladwin Nursing Home after an illness of four years. He was born June 16,1877 in Sage Township and was married to Minnie M. Hunt, November 23, 1904, who preceded him in death July 14, 1953. Two sisters and

one brother are deceased also.

Surviving Mr. Harris are two daughters, Mrs. Evelyn Thompson of Sage and Mrs. Murtie Allen of Flint; 15 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home with Elder H. McAllister officiating. Burial was in the Ridge Cemetery.


LEWIS HARRIS (1910 – 4 MAY 1911)


MINNIE M. (HUNT) HARRIS (24 JUNE 1884 – 14 JULY 1953) s/w Burchard N.

LLNESS FATAL TO MRS. HARRIS

Mrs. Minnie M. Harris, 69, passed away at the Gladwin Nursing Home on Tuesday afternoon, July 14. She had been in ill health for the past year. Funeral services will be held on Saturday afternoon, at 2 o'clock, from the Gladwin Latter Day Saints church, 6 miles north of Gladwin. Elder Block

stock will officiate.

Mrs. Harris was born in Imlay City on June 24, 1884, and came to Butman township as a child of six. She married Bert Harris in Butman on November 23, 1904, where they have since made their home. About one month ago both entered the nursing home, due to ill health.

Surviving are her husband, Bert; two daughters, Mrs. Myrta Allen of Flint and Mrs. Evelyn Thompson of Gladwin; onesister, Mrs. Mattie McIntyre of San Diego, California; also 15 grandchildrenand 12 great-grandchildren. One daughter, Mrs. Mattie Russell, and a son, Lewis, are deceased.


NELSON HARRIS (1840 – 17 JAN 1881) 


ELLIOT HARTOM (17 SEP 1840 – 20 FEB 1923) s/w Emma

Elliot Hartom died Tuesday afternoon, Feb. 20, 1923, at his home in Gladwin township, having been in poor health some time. Elliot Hartom was born Sept. 17, 1840, at York, Washtefiaw county. He moved from York to Oerria, Barry county, where he lived until 1862 when he came to Saginaw county, where he lived nine years on the C. H. Holien farm. He spent five summers working in sawmills.

He came to Gladwin in 1893, and spent 6 1/2 years as foreman on the Stone & Wells farm. He then moved to his present farm a half mile from the, McClure school. He was married to Mrs. Eliza Ames in 1900, who survives him, with his brother, Peter Hartom of Flint,

Funeral services were held at the home this afternoon conducted by C H. Peterson. Gladwin County Record dated 2-22/1923 Column – 2 Page – 8.


EMMA HARTOM (1844 – 28 NOV 1898) s/w Elliot

MARY H. HEARTWELL (9 JAN 1873 – 14 MARCH 1939) s/w Thomas

Former Resident Dies March 14 in St. Johns

Mrs. Mary Heartwell, former Gladwin resident, died at the home of Frank Demeray's of St. Johns, March 14, of heart trouble. Mrs. Heartwell was born January 9, 1873, in New York, and was the wife of Thos. Heartwell who died 12 years ago. Mr. and Mrs. Heartwell had been long residents of Gladwin county.

Surviving her are Wm, Heartwell of Saginaw, Leda Idsinger of St. Petersburg, Florida, Milton Heartwell of Lansing, MaryLeininger of Yale, 10 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

Funeral services were held March 17 at the Ross Hall Funeral Home, conducted by Mr. Beetle of Climax. Interment in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 3-22/1939 Column – 6 Page – 1.


THOMAS HEARTWELL (1860 – 15 JUNE 1927) s/w Mary H.

THOMAS HEARTWELL DIES SUDDENLY AT BEAVERTON

Thomas Heartwell died very suddenly at the home of Frank Demaray at Beaverton, Tuesday evening. He was taken sick about supper time when they put him to bed. A doctor was called but Mr. Heartwell passed away before the doctor's arrival. Funeral services will be held Friday. Gladwin County Record dated 6-16/1927 Column – 5 Page – 5.


EDWIN HEFFNER (22 SEP 1900 – 21 MAR 1964)

Services Held for Edwin Heffner

Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home for Edwin Heffner, 63, who died at his Sage Township home Saturday of a heart attack. The Rev. Ross E. Tracy officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery.

Born in Detroit on Sept. 22, 1900, he came to Gladwin County with his parents in 1908. He was married to the former Gladys Eagleson on Sept. 6, 1934 in Midland. He had worked as an auto salesman and had spent seven years on the Chappel Dam School Board in Sage Township. He was recently honored for serving 14 years on the County Board of Education.

Survivors include his wife, Gladys; four sons, Duane, of Flint, Ronald and Kenneth, of Gladwin, and Dennis, at home; four daughters, Mrs. Lois Howell, of Gladwin, Judith, of Flint, Beverly and Karen, at home; and a sister, Mrs. Alma Welker, of Florida. Gladwin County Record dated 3-25/1964 Column – 2 Page – 1.


AMELIA (DUNST) HEFFNER (1865 – 13 FEB 1938) Mother

Mrs. Martin Heffner was taken to Ann Arbor Hospital Monday for medical treatment. We hope for her speedy recovery. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Welker took Mrs. Heffner to Ann Arbor. Gladwin County Record dated 2-9/1938 Column – 3 Page – 14.

Services Held Todav for Mrs. M. Heffner Funeral services will be Held at the Round Lake Baptist church this afternoon at 2 o'clock for Mrs. Martin Heffner of Sage township, conducted bv Rev. P. F. Schilling. Burial will be at the Ridge cemetery. Mrs. Heffner died Sundav at the U. of M. hospital, Ann Arbor, after a long illness. Gladwin County Record dated 2-16/1938 Column – 6 Page – 1.

KENNETH LOWELL HEFFNER (26 NOV 1940 - 13 MARCH 2003)

Kenneth Lowell Heffner, 62, of Gladwin, passed away March 13, 2003, at home, surrounded by family and friends. He had fought a courageous battle with cancer.
Ken was born in Gladwin on Nov. 26, 1940, and was the son of Gladys (Eagleson) Heffner and the late Edwin Heffner. He married the former Pamela Joanne Behnke on Dec. 7, 1963.
Ken began his professional career with Wolverine Camper and ended as the Building Official for Gladwin County. He enjoyed his grandchildren, polka music, fishing and hunting (deer and mushrooms).
In addition to his wife Pam, Ken is survived by his two children, Mark Heffner of Grand Rapids, Michigan, and Brad (Peggy) Heffner of Ithaca, Michigan; three grandchildren, Megan, Coleman and Carrigan Heffner; his mother, Gladys Heffner of Gladwin; three brothers, Duane (Betty) Heffner of Mancelona, Michigan, Ron Heffner of Gladwin, and Dennis (Mikki) Heffner of Muskegon, Michigan; four sisters, Lois Howell of Gladwin, Judy (Mike) Caine of Grand Blanc, Michigan, Bev (Tom) Cameron of Durand, Michigan, and Karen (Tom) Miller of Kawkawlin; father and mother-in-law, Dick and Jean Behnke; brothers and sisters-in-law, Phil and Shari Caffrey, Debbie Shaffer, Doug and Tammy Behnke; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Edwin Heffner.
A celebration of his life was held Monday, March 17, 2003, at Hall Funeral Home. Rev. Charles Marble, of the Gladwin First United Methodist Church, officiated.


MARTIN HEFFNER (28 APR 1865 – 6 OCT 1939) Father

Services Held October 9 for Martin Heffner

Services were held October 9 for Martin Heffner, who died at his home in Sage township, October 6. Martin Heffner was born in Russian Poland April 28, 1865 and was married to Amelia Dunst in 1886. In 1890 they moved to the United States and lived in Detroit for twelve years when they moved to Sage township where they have since resided. He was preceded in death by two daughters, one son, and his wife, who died February 13, 1937.

Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Alma Welker and son Edwin Heffner, both of Gladwin, ten grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Rev. Gassner of Round Lake Baptist Church conducted the services. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-18/1939 Column – 6 Page – 4.


OSWALD O. HEFFNER (24 AUG 1886 - 6 OCT 1926)

Oswald O. Heffner was born in Russia, Aug. 24, 1886, and died at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Heffner, after an illness of eight weeks with white lead poisoning. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife and two children, father and mother; one brother and one sister, besides a host of relatives and friends. Gladwin County Record dated 10-14/1926 Column – 3 Page – 4.

HARVEY H. HEINZ, SR (25 DEC 1900 - 10 NOV 1976) m. 27 Oct 1926, nine children, Father

Harvey Heinz

Harvey H. Heinz, Sr., 75, of 1600 Pratts Lake Rd., Gladwin, died at Clare, Wednesday, November 10, following a long illness. Born in Detroit, December 25, 1900, he came to Gladwin in 1943 after being employed with the Public Lighting Commission of the City of Detroit. He was the former owner of the Harvey’s Resort at Pratts Lake. Prior to his illness, Mr. Heinz was active as a amateur radio operator and also held commercial operators licenses for nearly 25 years.

He and the former Helen Cavander were married October 27, 1926, in Detroit. He was a member of St. Johns Lutheran Church of Gladwin.

Surviving are his wife, Helen; 4 daughters, Mrs. Harold (Phyllis) Grogg of Gladwin, Mrs. John (Julianna) Cooley of California, Mrs. Alan (Suzan) Harkrader, and Miss Marilyn Heinz, both of Gladwin; 4 sons Harvey Jr., Marvin, Robert, and Russell, all of Gladwin; 2 brothers; 15 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

Services were held Saturday, at 3 p.m., at the Hall Funeral Home – Gladwin Chapel with the Rev. Herbert Biermann officiating. Interment was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-17/1976 Column – 4 Page – 2.


HELEN ELIZABETH (CAVANDER) HEINZ (31 JULY 1904 - 10 FEB 1987) m. 27 Oct 1926, nine children, Mother

Mrs. Helen Heinz, 82, of 912 Morning Sun Dr., Birmingham, Ala. and formerly of Gladwin, died Tuesday, Feb. 10, at her home after a short illness. Born in Hillsville, Pa., July 31, 1904, she had moved to Birmingham a year ago from Lansing. The former Helen Cavander, she was married to Harvey H. Heinz Oct. 27, 1926, in Detroit. He preceded her in death Nov. 10, 1976. They had operated Harvey’s Place Resort at Pratt’s Lake for 40 years until 1978. They also developed the Heinz Pratt Lake Subdivision.

Surviving are 4 sons, Harvey Jr. and Robert of Gladwin, Marvin of Clare and Russell of Mt. Pleasant; 4 daughters, Mrs. Harold (Phyllis) Grogg of Gladwin, Mrs. Allan (Susan) Harkrader of Gaylord; Mrs. Marilyn Weiss and Juliana Heinz of Birmingham, Ala.; 2 brothers, John of Slippery Rock, Pa. and Jay of Youngstown, Ohio; 19 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. One son, John, and 3 sisters and a brother preceded her in death.

Services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapiel. The Rev. Donald Dengler officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 2-18/1987 Column – 4 Page – 2.

JOHN R. HEINZ (28 APRIL 1953 - 11 JAN 1990)

JOHN HEINZ

John R. (Jack) Heinz, 36, of 3561 Pratt Lake Rd., Gladwin, died suddenly Thursday, Jan. 11, 1990, at his home. Born in Sault Ste. Marie, April 28, 1953, he moved to Gladwin County 5 years ago from Clare County.

Surviving are his parents, Harvey and Marjorie Heinz of Gladwin; one brother, David of Gladwin; and his grandmother, Mrs. Evelyn Paquette of Gladwin.

Rites were held Monday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Father T. Edward Bennett officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 1-17/1990 Column – 3 Page – 2.


ROYAL R. HEINZ (16 JAN 1903 - 25 JAN 1978)

Royal Heinz

Royal Heinz, 75, of San Francisco, Calif., died Wednesday, Jan. 25, in the Clare Nursing Home. Born in Detroit on January 16, 1903, he came to Gladwin County 4 months ago from San Francisco. He was retired from newspaper sales.

Surviving is one brother Leonard of Detroit. His wife preceded him in death in 1975.

Rites were held Monday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Herbert Biermann officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 2-1/1978 Column – 5 Page – 2.


ANDREW HESSE (27 DEC 1905 – 11 OCT 1987) s/w Ora M.

ANDREW HESSE

Andrew Hesse, 81, of Haines City, Fla., died Sunday, Oct. 11, at his home. Born in Pauderborn, Germany, Dec. 27, 1905, he had lived in Gladwin County several years ago. Mr. Hesse was married to the former Ora Hensley June 11, 1938, in Napoleon, Ohio. She preceded him in death Dec. 2, 1972.

Surviving are 4 nieces. Rites were held Friday at 10 a.m. in the Ridge Cemetery with the Rev. Father Donald Christensen officiating. Arrangements were in charge of the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 10-21/1987 Column – 3 Page – 2.


ORA M. (HENSLEY) HESSE (7 SEP 1894 – 2 DEC 1972) s/w Andrew

Mrs. Ora M. Hesse, 78, of 5320 Jewell, Grass Lake, Sherman Township, died Saturday evening, December 2, in Haines City, Fla. Services will be held Thursday, at 1:30 p.m. at the Mathews Funeral Home with the Rev. Byron Hatch officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery.

Born September 7, 1894, in Morristown, Tenn., she married Andrew Hesse June 11, 1938, in Napoleon, Ohio, and they came to Gladwin Comity in 1966 from Utica, Mich. Surviving are her husband, Andrew; a step-son, one neice, and one nephew. Gladwin County Record dated 12-6/1972 Column – 3 Page – 2.


BENJAMIN HETHERINGTON (1851 – 28 DEC 1898) s/w Mary Ann

KILLED BY A TREE.

Benjamin Hetherington Hurled Into Eternity Without Warning.

Wednesday morning at 8 o'clock Benjamin Hetherington was killed by a tree which he was helping his brother William to saw at the camp of C. 8. Bliss several miles northeast of the city. They had fell a maple tree which lodged on a hemlock, which they proceeded to saw off to let the maple down. When the hemlock was cut off a part of it sprung back, striking the unfortunate man, breaking his neck, and killing him instantly. He did not speak afterward and died in his brother's arms.

The deceased was 48 years of age, and leaves a widow and three children, also two brothers, William and Simon, all residing near McClure. He came from Canada only six weeks ago. Funeral services will be held at the McClure M. E. church tomorrow (Saturday) at 10:30 a. m.

The surviving brothers, while burdened with sorrow at their sad loss, have many words of commendation for kindnesses received at the hands of Foreman P. Gaffney and the men at the camp, who have assisted them financially and in every way possible. Gladwin  County Record dated 12-30/1898 Column – 5 Page – 1.


MAE (WEIR) HETHERINGTON (28 SEP 1897 - 3 SEP 1964)

RITES HELD FOR MAE HETHERINGTON

   Mrs. Mae Weir Hetherington, 76, of Wagarville, died Thursday morning, Sept. 3 after an illness of three weeks. Rites were held Saturday from the Miner Chapel with the Rev's. Thurland Meredith, M. R. Putnam, and George Skene officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery.

   Mrs. Hetherington was born in Gladwin Township on Sept. 28, 1897, and was a member of the Wagarville Methodist Church and the Gladwin Rebekah Lodge. She owned and operated the Wagarville Store for about two years and was a lifelong resident of Gladwin County. She was married to Philander Hetherington on Aug. 14, 1934 in Gladwin. He preceded her in death. Survivors are one brother, George Weir, of Wagarville; and two sisters, Mrs. Maud M. Alden, of Ferndale, and Mrs. Hazel Greer, of Saginaw. Gladwin County Record dated 09-09/1964 Column - 4 Page – 1


MARY ANN (BISBEE) HETHERINGTON (6 MAY 1860 – 30 MAR 1939) s/w Benjamin

FORMER RESIDENT DIES IN PONTIAC MARCH 30

Mrs. Mary Hetherington, former Gladwin resident, died at the home of her daughter in Pontiac, of a Paralytic stroke, March 30. Mrs. Heatherington was born May 6, 1860, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Bisbee, in Middlesex County, Ontario. In 1876 she was married to Benjamin Hetherington and to them were born three children. In 1898 the Hetherington's moved to Gladwin. In the fall of 1898 her husband was killed in the lumber camp.

Surviving her are her three children, Mrs. Louis Robinson, Albert and Newman Hetherington, all of Pontiac, several grandchildren and a host of friends. Funeral services were held at the Wagarville M. E. Church Sunday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Ivan Hodgeson. Interment in Ridge Cemetery.
FRANKIE E. HIGBEE (21 SEP 1901 - 24 SEP 1902) Son of Wm. & Mary, aged 1 year & 3 days
MARY ANN (LINTON) HIGBEE (18 MAR 1877 – 25 AUG 1955) (wife of Wm. H.)
WILLIAM H. HIGBEE (5 NOV 1871 – 23 FEB 1966) (husband of Mary A.)

BETTIE J. HILL (29 FEB 1920 - ?) Mother, s/w Harold R. & Patrick K.

 

BETTY ELAINE (DUBY) HILL (6 APR 1925 – 18 AUG 2007)

 

Betty Elaine Hill, 82, of Gladwin, passed away Aug. 18, 2007, at Gladwin Nursing and Rehabilitation Centre in Gladwin following a short illness. She was born in Saginaw on April 6, 1925 to Fred Sr. and Anna (Clemens) Duby. She was a homemaker and had lived in Gladwin County since 1970. She was a member of the Lutheran faith. Betty married Roy Gordon Hill on Feb. 7, 1947 in Saginaw.

 

She is survived by her husband, Roy Hill of Gladwin; son, Stacey (Kelly) Hill of Gladwin; daughters, Lee (Dan) Losee of Texas and Pat (Lary) Derina of Arizona; seven grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; sister, Ruth (Jim) Daniels; brothers, Kenny and Allan Duby; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

 

She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Sandra Thompson; sisters, Jane, Annabelle, Sophia Blonde and Dorothy; brothers, Fred Jr. (Lucky), Richard (Curly) and Ronald.

 

Funeral services were held Aug. 22, 2007 at Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home in Gladwin with Pastor David Sprang officiating. She was laid to rest in Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Memorial contributions can be made to the Hill Family Discretionary Fund. Gladwin County Record dated 8/29/2007.


HAROLD R. HILL (24 JAN 1919 - 25 AUG 1994) s/w Bettie J.

 

HAROLD R. HILL

 

Harold R. Hill, 75, of Gladwin and formerly of Wyandotte, died Thursday, Aug. 25, 1994, in

Gladwin. Born Jan. 24, 1919 in Toledo, Ohio, he moved to Gladwin in 1978 from Wyandotte, after 33 years of service with Wyandotte Municipal Services. He is a veteran of World War II, and a lifetime member of the VFW and Masons.  He married the former Betty Roberts on Nov. 14, 1942 in Kansas City, Mo.

 

Survivors include 3 sons, Edward of Byron Center, Timothy of Wyandotte, and Dermis of Gladwin; 6 grandchildren and one great granddaughter. He was preceded in death by 3 sons, Harold Jr., Robert and Patrick; and one brother Donald.

 

Rites were held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Sisson Funeral Home. Chaplin Joseph White officiated, and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Graveside services were under the auspices of VFW Post 7303. Gladwin County Record dated 8-31/1994 Column – 3 Page – 2.

 

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PATRICK K. HILL (3 JAN 1952 - 14 JUNE 1992) Son, s/w Bettie J. & Harold R.

 

PATRICK HILL

 

Patrick K. Hill, 40, of 5099 Butman Rd.. Gladwin, died suddenly Sunday, June 14, 1992. at the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Gladwin. Born in Trenton, Jan. 3, 1952. He had moved to Gladwin County in 1978 from Wyandotte. Mr. Hill was a heavy equipment operator in construction. He was a member of the Loyal Order of Moose in Gladwin.

 

Surviving are his parents. Harold and Bettie Hill of Gladwin; and 3 brothers, Edward of Byron

Center, Timothy of Wyandotte and Michael of Gladwin.

 

Services will be held Thursday at noon from the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin Chapel. Burial

will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 6-17/1992 Column – 3 Page – 2.

 

WILLIAM HILL (1834 - AUG 1894)

 

ASST PHYSICIAN-SEA VESSEL CIVIL WAR

GUY NATHANIEL HILLMAN (4 JAN 1919 – 31 DEC 1980) Dad, Grandpa, s/w Janice M.

 

GUY HILLMAN

 

Guy N. Hillman, 61, of 1835 S. Bard Rd., Gladwin, died Wednesday, Dec. 31, in the Gladwin Area Hospital. Born in Detroit on January 4, 1919, he lived in Ridge, Ohio, before coming to Gladwin

County in 1921. Mr. Hillman graduated from Beaverton High School in 1939, and then worked at Ford Motor Co. for 11 years. He went to work as a lab technician for Dow Chemical Co. in 1950 and worked until illness forced his retirement. He was a member of the United Steel Workers of America and an avid hunter and fisherman.

 

Mr. Hillman and the former Janice Linton were married on January 20, 1940, in Gladwin. Besides his wife, he is survived by 5 sons, Larry, Sherwood (Bill) and Loris (Skip) of Gladwin and Eric and Jeffrey of Beaverton; 3 daughters, Mrs. Ron (Sonja) Erway of Beaverton, Mrs. Mick (Sherryl) Stitz of Davisburg and Mrs. Steve (Tamara) Wuelfing of Gladwin; one sister, Mrs. Jean Humke of Dubuque, Iowa; 4 half brothers, Rev. Ray Davis of Bippus, Ind., Jack Davis of Gladwin, Rev. Keith Davis of Ft. Wayne, Ind. and Bill Hillman of Utica; and half sister, Mrs. Villroye Bollhoefer; and 14 grandchildren.

 

Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Carter

Miller officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 1-7/1981 Column – 3 Page – 2.


JANICE M. (LINTON) HILLMAN (19 APR 1924 – MAR 2010) s/w Guy N.

 

So ends the final chapter in the life of Janice Mae Hillman. Otherwise known as "Jan" to family and friends or simply "Mom." She was predeceased by her husband Guy Hillman and eldest son, Larry.

Jan was born of John and Lena Linton on April 19, 1924, and raised in Gladwin, the youngest of seven children. Siblings included Minnie Stickel, Elmer, George, Johnny, Henry, Roy and Earl Linton, also passed.

 

She raised her own family of eight with husband Guy Hillman, also of Gladwin. She is survived by seven of her children, Sonja Erway, Sherryl (Mick) Stitz, Bill Hillman, Eric (Peg) Hillman, Skip Hillman, Tammy (Steve) Wuelfing, and Jeff (Deb) Hillman.

 

Jan was a business member of the community as a local beauty shop owner and operator since 1965, leaving in her path many beautiful ladies. She was loved by most who knew her, but nothing and nobody stood between her and her kids. She was a pillar of strength. Known by some of her granddaughters as their "Glitter Grandma," she loved flashy jewelry, glitz and glimmer, and music. Having been a guitar player and singer, she passed on her music talents to many of her children.

 

Jan is survived by seven kids; 24 grandkids; and 21 great-grandkids. She is also survived by her wonderful companion and best friend, Kent Rice. Kent Rice, also raised in Gladwin, came back into her life from her past 10 years ago. She was always so proud to announce that he was her very first love back when she was a teenager. He, along with her kids have been her "lifeline." She will be greatly missed, but we know she's in a better place.

 

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 25, 2010, at 11 a.m. at the Beaverton Church of the Nazerene with Pastor Mark Moore and Pastor Ann Meyer officiating. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 24, 2010, from 2-9 p.m. at the Sisson Funeral Home. Interment will be in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-24/2010.

JAMES E. HIXENBAUGH (7 AUG 1919 - 11 JULY 1983)

 

James E. Hixenbaugh, 63, of 1347 Lake View Dr., Gladwin, died Monday at Saginaw Veterans Hospital following a long illness. Born in Morgantown, W. Va., on August 7, 1919, he moved to Michigan as a child and to Gladwin County in 1980. Mr. Hixenbaugh worked 13 years for Lapeer General Hospital until retiring in 1980. He was married to the former Marie Woodbury on May 11, 1955.

   Beside his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, James of Indiana and John of Gladwin; 2 daughters, Mrs. Sandy Manard of Escanaba and Mrs. Dave (Sharon) Wood of Flint; 2 step-sons, Tom Lefler of Indiana and Lynn Smith of Colorado; one brother, Oliver of St. Helen; 4 sisters, Mrs. Eleanor Marsh and Mrs. Doris Padget of National City, Mrs. Wanda Blake of Mt. Morris and Mrs. Betty Fahr of Gaines; 20 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Two brothers preceded him in death.

   Rites were held today, Wednesday, at 11 a.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Paul Miles officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-13/1983 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

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ALICE L. (SECORD) HOCKADAY (10 JUNE 1874 - 26 DEC 1964)

GRANDDAUGHTER OF M. SECORD DIES

   Mrs. Alice Hockaday, 90, of Flint, a former Gladwin County resident, died in Midland, Dec. 26 after a lingering illness. Born on June 10, 1874, in Gladwin County, she married Robert M. Hockaday, who died in 1953. She was a granddaughter of Marvil Secord, the first white settler in Gladwin County.

   Surviving are two sons, Rev. Asa Hockaday of Hope, and Albert of Auburn; and four daughters, Mrs. Charles (Beulah) Cross, of Flint, Mrs. O. T. (Bertha) Knappins and Mrs. George (Anna) Loree of Hope, Mrs. Ellis (Mabel) Campbell of Caro; 18 grandchildren, 41 great grandchildren, 8 great great grandchildren.

   Funeral services were held Tuesday, Dec. 29 at 1:30 p.m. from the Roosevelt Avenue Free Methodist Church, Flint, with the Rev. E. E. Walling officiating. Burial was in the Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Gladwin County Record 01-06/1965 Column - 4 Page – 2


ROBERT MURRAY HOCKADAY (13 SEP 1866 - 2 MAY 1953)

ILLNESS FATAL TO WELL KNOWN MAN

   Robert M. (Bobby) Hockaday, 86, passed away late Saturday night at the Midland hospital after several months illness. Funeral services will be held this afternoon from the Gladwin Free Methodist church with the Rev. F. E. Voller, pastor of the church, and the Rev. R. C. Decker, of Midland officiating. Burial will be made in Ridge cemetery.

   Mr. Hockaday was born in Tuscola county on September 13, 1866. He came to Gladwin county in 1900 and was married to Miss Alice L. Secord on June 7, 1892. Following her death he remarried and is survived by his widow Grace.

   Other survivors are two sons, the Rev. Asa Hockaday of Williamston and Albert Hockaday of Midland, four daughters, Mrs. Beulah M. Cross of Flint, Mrs. Bertha Knappins of Date City, Florida, Mrs. Anna Loree of Hope, and Mrs. Mabel Campbell of Caro; also 18 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

   Mr. Hockaday was well known throughout this area as a pioneer lumber camp cook and woodsman, having prepared the meals at the Gladwin beef banquet for many years and served as cook at the Lumberjack Days festival, formerly held at Wixom Lake on the Tittabawassee River, by the late Frank Wixom. He cooked in CCC camps for some years while these camps were in operation here. He was famed as a log birler in his younger days and worked for many years as a timber driver down the streams in this area.

   Mr. Hockaday also served as minister in the Free Methodist church for eight years, from 1911 to 1918. Gladwin County Record dated 05-13/1953 Column - 4 Page – 1


CORA M. (ALLINGTON) HOENSHELL (26 APR 1868 – 11 OCT 1903) s/w Jacob S.

 

Hoenshell: Mrs. Cora Allington Hoenshell was born April 26, 1868 and died Oct. 11, 1903, aged 35 years, 5 months, 11 days. She was married to Mr. J. Hoenshell Dec. 28, 1887. They lived in Owosso until three years ago when they moved into Butman township.

 

She leaves a husband, five children, one of whom is a girl, a father, mother, two sisters and a brother, besides a host of friends to mourn her loss. She was a consistent Christian and in the last hours she found that the Master was with her even in the shadow of death. The last sickness of Mrs. Hoenshall was of short duration. One week ago last Saturday she left home to visit friends, and relatives in Owosso and was taken ill on the train. She had only been away from her

home eight days when she passed away.

 

The funeral services was held in Owosso. Her remains were brought to Gladwin for interment. The service at the grave were conducted by Rev. O. F. Bulman. The High Ridge Arbor of the order of Gleaners also participated in the service at the grave. Gladwin County Record dated 10-16/1903 Column – 5 Page – 7.


REV. DONALD A. HOENSHELL (17 FEB 1897 -  NOV 1965)

 

DEATH TAKES REV. DONALD HOENSHELL

 

Rev. Donald A. Hoenshell, 68, former Midland resident and pastor of the Free Methodist Church in Coleman, died unexpectedly after suffering a heart attack Saturday morning in Royal Oak. He was pronounced dead on arrival at Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak. Born Feb. 17, 1897 in Owosso, he was married March 8, 1916, in Coleman to the former Edith Skillman, who survives him.

 

Rev. Hoenshell served his first pastorate in the Free Methodist Church in Standih in 1928. He also served churches in Fraser, Gladwin, Flint, Alpena, Saginaw, West Branch, Bad Axe, Clio and Auburn Heights, before he retired from the ministry in 1961. He then made his home in Midland for two years, residing at 813 Mill Street.

He was called to fill the pulpit at the Coleman Free Methodit Church which he had served the past two and one half years. In addition to his widow, Rev. Hoenhell is survived by two sons, Donald J. Hoenshell, a former Midland Daily News sports editor, and currently of Lansing, where is a director of the Legislative Service Bureau also a son Robert Hoenshell of Fullerton, Calif., one daughter, Mrs. Robert Bolin of Clare; one brother, Lee Hoenhell, Los Angles, Calif., one sister, Mrs. Floyd Currey, St. Petersburg, Fla., eight grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

 

Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Midland Free Methodist Church with Rev. Burton Culver, superintendant of the Bay City district Free Methodist Church, and Rev. Ward Sipes, pastor of the Midland Free Methodist Church officiating. Burial will be in Ridge cemetery, Gladwin.

 

Friends may call at the Wilson Funeral Home until 11 a.m. Tuesday then at the church from 1 p.m. until time of service. MDN dated 11-29-1965 Page – 3.

 


EDITH M. (SKILLMAN) HOENSHELL (26 MAR 1899 – 16 FEB 1984) m. 8 Mar 1916, s/w Rev. D.A.

 

Edith M. Hoenshell, 84, formerly of 821 Cambridge, died Feb. 16, 1984, at the Clare Nursing Home where she had been for nine months. The former Edith Skillman was born March 26, 1899, in Midland and married Rev. Donald Hoenshell on March 8, 1916 in Coleman. Rev. Hoenshell, who died in 1965, was the pastor of the Free Methodist Church. They lived in several eastern Michigan cities and moved back to Midland in 1961. Mrs. Hoenshell was a member of the Midland Free Methodist Church.

 

She leaves son, Robert N. Hoenshell, Las Vegas, Nev.; daughter Mrs. Edward (Eva) Williams of Coleman; sister, Mrs. Nathan (Elizabeth) May of Midland; 11 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. A son Donald Hoenshell Jr., died in 1980.

 

Funeral services will be 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the Midland Free Methodist church, with Rev. Gordon Evoy and Rev. Ward Sipes officiating. Burial will be at the Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin County. Friends may call at the Wilson Funeral Home anytime today and until 1 p.m. Sunday. Memorials are available to the Midland or Sanford Free Methodist Church or to Family Life Radio. MDN dated 2-18-1984 Page -2.


JACOB S. HOENSHELL (7 MARCH 1864 – 13 OCT 1940) s/w Cora M.

 

Services Held Here for Jacob Hoenshell

 

Jacob S. Hoenshell, a former resident of here, died at his home in New Castle, Penn., Sunday, October 13.

 

Jacob Hoenshell was born in Coshocton county, Ohio, March 7, 1864. He was married to Cora Alliton in 1888 and to them were born four sons and one daughter. She preceded him in death October 11, 1903. In October, 1906, he was married to Celistie Secord. Jacob Hoenshell lived in Gladwin from 1900 to 1918. when he moved to Pennsylvania.

 

Surviving him are his wife, four sons, Lee of Santa Anna, California, Ross, of Vassar, Donald of Alpena and Carl of Owosso, one daughter, Mrs. Floyd Currie Of Ludington, thirteen children, three great grand children. two brothers, Lewis of Flint and Fred of California, two sisters, Nora Cudney of Corunna and Mrs. Frank Watson of Spring Arbor.

 

Funeral services were held at the Rogers Funeral Home, Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. conducted by Rev. T. H. Reed of Alpena. Interment was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-16/1940 Column – 4 Page – 1.


FRANCES R. (YORSTON) HOGG (24 OCT 1925 – 9 AUG 1978)

 

FRANCES HOGG

 

Frances R. Hogg, 52, of Redondo Beach, Calif., died Wednesday, Aug. 9, in Torrance

Memorial Hospital, Calif. Born in Detroit on October 24, 1925, she moved to California in 1967. Mrs. Hogg was a bank teller for Security Pacific National Bank in Englewood. The former Frances Yorston, she was married to William Hogg in August 1952 in Detroit.

 

Besides her husband, she is survived by her mother, Mrs. Berdina Elliott of Gladwin; one step-daughter, Mrs. Barbara Edwards of Rochester, N.Y.; and one step-brother, Walter

Scott of Gladwin.

 

Rites were held Monday at 11 a.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Herbert Biermann

officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-16/1978 Column – 5 Page – 2.

 

CLARA (WENDHAUSEN) HOOKER HOLLENBACK (6 JUNE 1866 – 21 AUG 1945) Mother (wife of W.S. Hooker)

RITES TOMORROW FOR MRS. HOLLENBACK

Mrs. Clara Hollenback, 79, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. William Shell of Butman, Tuesday morning, August 21, after an illness of three days. Funeral services will be held Thursday, August 23 at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home. Burial is to be at the Ridge cemetery. Born June 6, 1866 in Monroe county, Clara Wendhausen married William S. Hooker, December 25, 1886, in Monroe county, and was later married to William Hollenback. Shehas residedfor the past 48 years in Gladwin county.

She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Pearl Shell, of Butnam, and Myrtle McDonald, of Jackson; and a son, Alva D. Hooker of Butman. Four other children preceded her in death. There are 24 surviving grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.

 

HUGH A. HOLLENBAUGH (25 MARCH 1910 - 28 SEP 1972)

 

Hugh A. Hollenbaugh, 62, died in Traverse City, Thursday, September 28, following a long illness. Born in Gladwin County, March 25, 1910, he had lived in Traverse City for the past 30 years. He was a farmer. Surviving are two sons; three daughters; and four sisters. Services were held Saturday at 2:00 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin, with the Rev. Gerald Palmer officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-04/1972 Column - 3 Page – 2

 


CLARENCE L. HOLLENBECK (1906 - 1955)
ELIZABETH JANE (MARDLIN) HOLLENBECK (11 NOV 1887 – 5 FEB 1925) s/w Jesse H.

 

This community was greatly shocked at the sudden death of Mrs. Lizzie Mardlin Hollenbeck. She was well known here and loved by all, always having a smile and kind word. The family has our sympathy. Gladwin County Record dated 2-12/1925 Column – 1 Page – 3.

 

MRS. ELIZABETH JANE HOLLENBECK

 

Mrs. Elizabeth Jane Hollenbeck was born in London, Canada, Nov. 11, 1887, and passed away Feb. 5, 1925, at the age of 37 years, 2 months and 25 days. She moved with her parents to Gladwin county, Michigan, in 1888. She was united in marriage to Howard Hollenbeck in 1905.

 

To this union were born seven children, three sons and four daughters, besides she leaves to mourn her loss, husband, father and step-mother and five sisters, Mrs. Frank Reigle of Flint, Mrs. Annie Ritchie of Gladwin, Mrs. Eva Markey of Grand Rapids, Mrs. Mable Canfield of Kalamazoo and Miss Bertha Mardlin of Gladwin; and two brothers, Arthur Mardlin of Midland and John Mardlin of Flint, and many relatives and friends. She was a kind and loving, wife and mother and will be greatly missed in the community where she lived. Gladwin County Record dated 2-12/1925 Column – 6 Page – 4.

 

ISRAEL H. HOLLENBECK (1900 - 1 JAN 1911)

 

Israel H., son of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Hollenbeck, died Jan. 1, at their home, aged 10 years, 9 months and 5 days, and having been an invalid from his birth. Services were held from the Wagarville church at 11:30 a.m. Jan. 5, Elder Burt of Beaverton officiating followed by interment in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-12/1911 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

JESSE HOWARD HOLLENBECK (5 DEC 1882 - 06 FEB 1961)

 

RHODES MAN DIES MONDAY

 

   Jesse Howard Hollenbeck, 78, of Rhodes, died Monday at General Hospital, Bay City, following a heart attack. Mr. Hollenbeck was born on Dec. 5, 1882, in Sanilac County, and had lived in Mt. Forest Township, Bay County, since 1934.

   Survivors include his widow, Carrie; two sons, Jesse, of Flint, and Wesley, of Bay City; a step-son, Harold Patty, of Flint; four daughters, Mrs. Leona Wiseman, and Mrs. Grace Madden, of Rome, Ga., Mrs. Marie Kobel, of Midland, and Mrs. Anna Parker, of Kalamazoo; a brother, Hugh, of Traverse City; five sisters, Mrs. Sarah Furness, of Avco, Mrs. Luella Woodworth, of Ven Lathropp, Mrs. Norah Wales, of St. Louis, Mrs. Velma Orr, of Ohio, and Mrs. Elizabeth Stone, of Alma; 13 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.

   Funeral services will be held Thursday at the Lee Funeral Home in Pinconning at 1:30 p.m. with the Rev. Gail Buckles, of the Broadway Baptist Church, Bay City officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin Township. Gladwin County Record dated 02-01/1961 Column - 6 Page – 1.

 

JESS H. HOLLENBECK (2 SEP 1910 - 9 MARCH 1969)

 

LAVERNE HOLLENBECK (1920 - 2003) s/w Wesley W.
RUSSELL HOLLENBECK (26 AUG 1886 – 28 JAN 1939)

 

Russell Hollenbeck, 52, died in Howell, Michigan. January 28. Gladwin County Record dated 2-1/1939 Column – 1 Page – 1.

 

Russell Hollenbeck Dies Saturday at Howell

 

Russell Hollenbeck died Saturday in Howell. He was born August 26, 1886. Surviving him besides his wife are one daughter, Mrs. Daniel Brail of Midland, two brothers, Howard of Pinconning and Hugh of St. Louis, and five sisters, Mrs. Garfield Furness of Avoca, Mrs. Willard Woodworth, of New Lathrope, Mrs. Nora Wales of St. Louis, Mrs. Warren Stone of Alma and Mrs. Clare Orr of Saginaw.

 

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p. m. Thursday at the Wilson funeral home, Midland, and burial will be at the Ridge cemetery of Gladwin at 3 p. m. Gladwin County Record dated 2-1/1939 Column – 4 Page – 1.

 

RUTH A. HOLLENBECK (5 JUNE 1915 – 5 MARCH 1997) s/w Jess H.


VELMA E. HOLLENBECK (1872 - 1921)


WESLEY W. HOLLENBECK (1919 - 1968) s/w LaVerne

BABY HOOKER (1903 - 9 APRIL 1905) Aged 1 year, 1 month & 6 days, Son of W.S. & Clara Hooker

Two-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. William S. Hooker died Sunday April 9, and was buried Tuesday in Gladwin township cemetary. Gladwin County Record dated 4-14/1905 Column – 4 Page – 1.

GEORGE LEONARD HOOKER (26 FEB 1902 – 31 AUG 1915)

Hooker.—George Leonard Hooker, son of Mrs. William Hooker, died August 31, at Mercy hospital, Bay City. He was taken sick Wednesday, a doctor was called but he continued to grow worse and Monday he was taken to the hospital and was operated on at 5:30 in the afternoon. His death occurred the next morning at 8:30 a.m. The body was brought to Gladwin on the evening train.

He was born in Butman township Feb. 26, 1902, and attended school in the white brick schoolhouse, district No. 3. He is survived by his mother, three brothers, Roy Orvah and Alvah; two sisters, Myrtle and Mrs. William Shell Jr. all of Butman.

Services will be held in the Ridge Church Friday morning at 10 o’clock, followed by interment in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 9-2/1915 Column – 6 Page – 5.


ORVAL FREDERICK HOOKER (1895 – 23 APR 1945)

Orval Hooker is Stricken Suddenly

Services for Orval Frederick Hooker, 50, will be held Friday afternoon, April 27th at 2 p. m. from the Hall Funeral Home. Rev. Charles Nye, pastor of the Butman Brethren in Christ Church will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery.

Mr. Hooker died very suddenly in Mercy Hospital on April 23. He was employed in a war plant in Jackson previous to his death. He was a resident of Gladwin county for many years. Surviving are his mother, Mrs. Clara Hollenbeck, of Butman; two sisters, Mrs. Myrtle McDonald, of Jackson and Mrs. Wm. Shell, of Butman; also one brother, Alva Hooker, of Butman. Gladwin County Record dated 4-25/1945 Column – 4 Page – 1.


RAY G. HOOKER (1 MARCH 1893 – 26 JUNE 1933)

DEATH OF RAY HOOKER

Ray Hooker died June 26, 1933, at the U. of M. hospital, Ann Arbor, of a complication of diseases. He was born March 1, 1893, at Milan.

When five years old he came with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Hooker, to Gladwin county, settling on a farm in Bulman township. He married Miss Lizzie Hollenbeck in 1915. They made their home in Butman township until two years ago when they moved to Alma.

He is survived by his wife, four sons and four daughters, at Alma; his mother, Mrs. Bert Hollenbeck, of Royal Oak; two sisters, Mrs. Pearl Shell of Butman township and Mrs. Myrtle McDonald of Munith; two brothers, Alva Hooker of Flint and Orville Hooker of Butman township.

Services were held at the Butman L. D. S. church, conducted by Elder Bodway of Alma, followed by burial at Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 7-6/1933 Column – 7 Page – 5.


WILLIAM SMITH HOOKER (16 OCT 1845 - 6 MAY 1912) (husband of Clara W.)

HOOKER

William Smith Hooker, many years a resident of Butman township, died Monday, after a long illness, aged 66 years, 6 months and 20 days. He was born in Canada Oct. 16, 1845.

Funeral services were held at the Wagarville church Wednesday followed by interment in Gladwin township cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 5-9/1912 Column – 4 Page – 4.


DARWIN HOOVER (5 APR 1929 - 1941) Son of Perry & Iva Hoover
ERVIN R. HOOVER (29 APR 1923 - ?)
IVA MAE (CANN) HOOVER (18 MAY 1904 – 13 NOV 1998) s/w Perry R.

IVA M. HOOVER

Iva M. Hoover, 94, of Midland, died Friday morning, Nov. 13, 1998 at MidMichigan Medical Center. The daughter of the late Amon and Olive (Cripps) Cann was born May 18, 1904 in Gladwin, where she was raised and educated. On Jan. 1, 1922 she married Perry R. Hoover in Rosebush. After her husband's retirement in 1966, they moved to Mecosta where they lived until moving to Shepard in 1978. Mrs. Hoover returned to Midland in 1986.

Her husband predeceased her May 12, 1984. She was a member of Midland Seventh-Day Adventist Church. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who enjoyed crocheting, embroidery and quilting.

She is survived by her children, Erin Hoover of Gladwin, Melvin (Betty) Hoover of Midland, William (Janet) Hoover, Gladwin and Lola (Luther) Young of Hamlin, West Virginia; 13 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; 10 great great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her daugher Wanda and her sons Darwin and Duane.

Funeral services will take place at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 16, 1998 at the Ware-Smith Woolever Funeral Chapel, 1200 West Wheeler St., Midland. Pastor Philip Colburn of Midland Seventh-Day Adventist Church will officiate, with burial to take place at 2:30 p.m. at Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin.

Mrs. Hoover's family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. and one Monday from 10 a.m. until time of service. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider the American Diabetes Association. Midland Daily News dated 11-15-1998 Page - E6.


PERRY R. HOOVER (1901 – 12 MAY 1984) s/w Iva M.

Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Wolfe attended the funeral of Perry Hoover in Midland Tuesday. Gladwin County Record dated 5-23/1984 Column – 1 Page – 5.


WANDA HOOVER (1932 - 1932)
DORIS (DORMAN) HORMAN (1853 - 1919) Wife of Henry Horman, Mother


EDWARD HORMAN (1889 - 1929) Brother

ED. HORMAN DROWNED

Body Found in Detroit River at Ecorse—Missing Since Nov. 11

The body of Edward Horman was found in the Detroit river, near Ecorse, last week. The river was being dragged in an effort to find another body, when the body of Mr. Horman and another, said to be a priest who had been missing for some time, was recovered from the same hole.

Ed Horman had been missing since Nov. 11, and during this time a watch by the police for the body was kept up. He was a man of very steady habits, had been a D. U. R. conductor for 17 years, and when he did not appear for his regular duties the police were notified. The last time he was seen he was known to have a considerable sum of money in his possession.

The body was identified by a bank book found in his clothing. The body was brought to the home of his boyhood in Butman township for burial. Funeral services took place Sunday afternoon, and he was buried by the side of his father and mother in the Ridge cemetery.

He was unmarried, and is survived by two brothers, William Horman and Henry Horman, who both reside on the home place in Butman township. A large number attended the funeral, as he was well known in the neighborhood, and had many friends. Gladwin County Record dated 5-22/1930 Column – 4 Page – 1.


HENRY HORMAN (22 OCT 1853 – NOV 1927) Father

HENRY HORMAN

Henry Horman of Oberlin was laid to rest at the Ridge cemetery last Monday. He had been ill for some time. Though at times it seemed as though he would regain his health, during the last few weeks it was quite evident that death would soon claim him. Saturday he was taken to the Mercy hospital at Bay City and there shortly after his arrival he fell asleep.

Mr. Horman was one of the pioneer settlers of Oberlin. He had seen this part of the country change from a wilderness to a thriving community. He had certainly also done his share to bring about that change.

Mr. Horman was born Oct. 22, 1853, in the state of Hannover, Germany. There in that country he spent the early part of his life. In school which he attended eight years he proved himself to be a very able pupil, leading his class quite a number of years. In 1877 at the age of 24, he was married to Miss Doris Dorman.

Five years later in 1882 they left their home country coming to the United States. At first they made their home in Mansfield, Ohio, and from there, about 30 years ago, they came to Gladwin county. Here they cleared a piece of pine-stump land for a farm and home.

Mrs. Horman was first to be called by death and now Mr. Horman has also answered the summons. Of the five children with whom the couple had been blessed, two died as small children, one in Germany and one in Ohio. The surviving children are Edward in Detroit, William and Henry at home.

The funeral services were held at Zion Lutheran church at Oberlin where he was a member. May the Lord grant him a peaceful rest, a joyous reunion with all his loved ones, and eternal life. Bernard Roth, Officiating Pastor. Gladwin County Record dated 11-24/1927 Column – 3 Page – 4.


HENRY HORMAN (6 JUNE 1888 – 2 DEC 1968) Brother

Services Thursday for Henry Horman

Henry Hormnn, 80, of Gladwin, died Monday afternoon, Dec. 2, 1968, in the Gladwin Hospital. Born in Paulding County, Ohio on June 6, 1888, he came to Gladwin County when he was 12 years old. He was a retired farmer. Mr. Horman was never married. One brother, William preceded him in death in 1955.

Services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Miner Funeral Home. The Rev. Charles Allen will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-4/1968 Column – 2 Page – 1.


WILLIAM HORMAN (11 NOV 1881 – 10 NOV 1955) Brother

William Hormann

A short illness was fatal to William Hormann, 74, of Butman Township, who passed away Thursday, Nov. 10. Mr. Hormann was born in Hanover, Germany, Nov. 11, 1881, and resided, in Fort Wayne, Ind. Before coming to Gladwin County. He had farmed here for the past 55 years.

He is survived by one brother, Henry, also of Butman. One brother, Edward, preceded him in death in 1929.

Funeral services were held Monday, Nov. 14, at 2 p. m. at Miner Funeral Home with the Rev. Raymond Mueller officiating. Burial was in Ridge cemetery. Pallbearers were Blaine Yeager, William Shell, Harold Stange, Clarence Schuler, Malcolm Cuddie and Henry Will. Gladwin County Record dated 11-16/1955 Column – 5 Page – 1.


AARON HORNER (8 SEP 1888 – 19 AUG 1906)

DROWNED IN LONG LAKE.

Aaron Horner While Bathing Dives to His Death.

Aaron Horner, aged 19, was drowned in Long lake, eight miles north of Gladwin, Sunday while bathing. He was an adopted son of John Horner, living near Round lake, a mile south of Long lake.

The young man and Mile Hudson went to Long lake in the evening to swim, and found Willie Schmidt and Tony Seipke there. When in the lake Aaron made a dive from the sand bar, remarking to his companions that they should see how long he could remain under water. Tony and Willie say he rose and clutched at Tony's feet, but Tony thought he was playing. Hudson says that he did not see him come up.

They went for assistance and a crew of men dragged the lake but the drowned man was not found until nearly morning, when a seine was brought up filled with mud and debris, and just a white speck showing, which proved to be Aaron lying upon his back with his hands crossed upon his breast.

A more quiet, industrious and reliable boy could not be found. In the spring of 1897 he came to Round Lake with Mr. and Mrs. Horner and sister Mella, and in August of that year they settled there. He would have been 19 years of age Sept. 8 next.


ALBERTA HORNER (27 AUG 1868 – 30 MAY 1922) s/w John H.

Mrs. Alberta Horner died May 30, at St. Joseph hospital, Flint, having been operated on for a complication of troubles May 26. Her condition seemed very favorable and encouraging when she began to fail and died. She went to Flint to visit her daughter in Dec. 1921, was taken sick in January and went to the hospital for treatment. She had been away from the hospital staying sometime with her daughter before returning to the hospital in May.

Mrs. Horner was born in Paulding county, Ohio, Aug. 27, 1868, and was married to John Horner Jan. 24, 1885. In 1897 they came to Gladwin county, and settled on a farm in Sherman township. They lived here until 1909 when they moved to Gladwin city where Mr. Horner died Dec. 22, 1912.

In 1920 Mrs. Horner took to raise the daughter, aged three days, of her nephew, John Rangier, who with his wife died Feb. 7, 1920, of flu in Bay City.

She is survived by her daughter Mrs. Mella Gould of Flint, and two sisters, Mrs. B. J. Bailey of Roscommon county, and Mrs. John Chaney of Xenia county, Ohio.

The body was brought to Gladwin from Flint June 1 by her son-in-law and her daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Gould. Services were held at the M. E. church Sunday afternoon, June 4, at 3:30 conducted by Rev. E. T. Smith, followed by burial beside her husband in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 7-6/1922 Column – 5 Page – 5.


JOHN HENRY HORNER (1861 – 22 DEC 1912) s/w Alberta

JOHN HORNER

Passes Away Suddenly Sunday Night at His Home in the City

John Henry Horner, a resident of Gladwin county for a number of years, died suddenly at his home Sunday night. His wife saw him upstairs to bed, and 20 minutes after found him dead, his death being ascribed to heart disease, to which he was subject.

Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m., conducted by Rev. J. M. Hayward. Interment in Ridge cemetery. Mr. Horner was born in Ohio Dec. 2, 1861. Gladwin County Record dated 12-26/1912 Column – 2 – Page – 4.

HORNER

John Henry Horner was born in Hardin county, Ohio, Dec. 2, 1861 and departed this life at his home in, the city of Gladwin, Dec. 22, 1912. At the age of 20 years he moved to Paulding county, Ohio. He was united in marriage with Alberta Pickering, Jan. 24, 1885, and they moved to this county in the spring of 1895, settling near Round Lake, in August of that year, where they resided until two years ago, when they moved to this city.

Besides the wife and daughter, Mrs. Irving Riggies, he leaves his father, S. D. Horner of Paulding county, Ohio; two sisters, Mrs. Alice McMillan of Paulding county, Mrs. Lucy Lay of Kenton, Ohio; four brothers, Thomas of Crawford county, Ohio, William, Charlie and Samuel of Paulding; also one grandson, L. Z. Riggles.

Three brothers and one sister came from Ohio to attend the funeral, also a nephew, B. F. Horner. Mr. Horner was preceded to the grave by one son, who was drowned at Long Lake, Aug 19, 1906, Mr. Horner was sick but a short time previous to his demise, and his sudden death is a shock to all who knew him. He was a kind neighbor, a friend to all, and won the respect of the community. He will be missed by none more than the wife who survives him, to whom he was particularly devoted. Gladwin County Record dated 1-2/1913 Column – 3 Page – 1.

R o u n d Lake, Dec. 31—As old neighbors and friends we sincerely regret the sudden demise of John Horner, who sold his farm here a year ago on account of poor health, and removed to Gladwin last spring. The first home of the family in Gladwin county was in the DeLaurier neighborhood but soon after he built a dwelling and they moved to his farm at Round lake, James Mardlin living across the lake, Mr. Kingsbury a mile south, and Archie McMillan and the Babcocks four miles north. G. W. Stuck and William Stuck came in the spring of 1898, and A. P. Ross in August of 1898, since which time all the improvements have been made between these points. John Horner helped Mr. Battees bring Mrs. Battees back home and came to assist in bearing her to her long home. This neighborhood was well represented at the funeral of Mr. Horner. The pallbearers were Henry Flach of Oberlin, J. C. Battees, William Allen, David Schuler, George Schmidt, and A. P. Ross. We feel the loss of our old neighbor, who never failed to give a helping hand in sickness or death, and extend to the companion who is Left so alone, and to the remaining members of the family and relatives, our deepest sympathy. Gladwin County Record dated 1-9/1913 Column – 3 Page – 11.


BLAIR B. HOSKINSON (3 MARCH 1917 - 8 JAN 2001)

Blair Hoskinson, 83, of Gladwin, died Monday, Jan. 8, 2001 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Gladwin, following a lingering illness. Born March 3, 1917 in 0.Gladwin, he was the son of the late Carey and Dora (Klein) Hoskinson. He was a life long resident of Gladwin. Blair married the former Luella Greer, March 18, 1939 at the Wagarville Community United Methodist Church. He was a farmer and also worked for Robinson Industries.

   Besides his wife he is survived by one daughter, Marsha and husband Bill Simpson of Harrison; one son-in-law, Steven Leuenberger of Beaverton; one sister, Bernice and husband Theodore Meyer of Carmichael, Calif.; two grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Sharon Leuenberger in October 1997; and one brother, Charlie.

   Services will be held at 11 a.m. tomorrow (Thursday) at the Sisson Funeral Home with Rev. Don Haskell officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home today (Wednesday) from 6 to 8 p.m. and tomorrow (Thursday) from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. (Source:  Gladwin County Record dated 01-11/2001 Column - 4 Page - 2)

LUELLA R. (GREER) HOSKINSON (28 JUNE 1919 - 6 JUNE 2005)

Luella R. Hoskinson, 85, of Gladwin passed away Monday, June 6 at the Gladwin Pines Nursing Home. She was born June 28, 1919 in Gladwin to Hazen and Bernice (Laidley) Greer. Luella married Blair Hoskinson on March 18, 1939 in Gladwin. Blair died Jan. 8, 2001. She lived in Gladwin County all her life and was a member of the Wagarville Community United Methodist Church and the Wagarville Women's Society. She loved to sew, crochet and bake.

   Surviving her are one daughter, Marsha (Bill) Simpson of Harrison; two grandchildren; four Great grandchildren; one son-in-law, Steve Leuenberger of Beaverton; six sisters, Marion (Eldon) Nash of Gladwin, Ruth (Tom) Catlatt of Pennsylvania, Betty Stone of Lansing, Irene Hetherington of Gladwin, Lois Presido of Gladwin, and Beverly Fisher of Beaverton; three brothers, Jerry Greer and John (Phyllis) Greer, both of Gladwin, and Vern (Thelma) Greer of West Branch; and one sister-in-law, Irene Greer of Gladwin. She is predeceased b a daughter, Sharon Leuenberger, and three brothers, Ike, Don and Ken.

   Services will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin with Rev. Donald Roberts officiating. Burial will take place in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-08/2005 Column - 1 Page - 2

HARRY H. HOWARD (13 SEP 1893 - 30 NOV 1985)

AGNES (MARKLE) HOWELL b. 1825, d. 1894, grandmother of James, s/w Joseph, Mary Jane, John and Agnes Howell, included on memorial erected by James Clarence Howell also are Joseph Hendershott, b. 1819, d. 1858, Buried St. Clair, Michigan, & Annie Gilbert Foley, b. 1826, d. 1913, and his brother, John Albert howell, b. 1887, d. 1888, Buried St. Clair County, Michigan. “These all died in faith” Heb XI:13


JOHN STOGDEN HOWELL (1820 – 30 APR 1898) grandfather of James, s/w Joseph, Mary Jane, John and Agnes Howell


JOSEPH PETER HOWELL (1861 – 26 SEP 1925) father of James, s/w Joseph, Mary Jane, John and Agnes Howell, erected by James Clarence Howell

JOSEPH HOWELL

Joseph Howell, formerly a resident of Gladwin township, died Sept. 26 at his home at Wayne. The body was brought to Gladwin Monday for burial in Ridge cemetery. He was 65 years old and left Gladwin 22 years ago. The body was accompanied by Mrs. Howell, son Clarence Howell, and wife and three children. Gladwin County Record dated 10-1/1925 Column – 5 Page – 4.


MARY JANE (HENDERSHOTT) HOWELL (1858 – 5 JAN 1939) mother of James, s/w Joseph, Mary Jane, John and Agnes Howell

Mrs. Mary Howell Dies Thursday in Detroit Mrs. Mary Howell, great aunt of Mrs. Charles Oglestone, died Thursday morning at the home of her son, J. Clarence Howell, of Detroit. Mrs. Howell's son is one of the founders and a member of the faculty of the Teachers Finance Credit Bureau.

Surviving besides her son, are two grand-daughters, one grandson and other relatives.

Funeral services were held in Detroit, with burial in Ridge cemetery, Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 1-11/1939 Column – 4 Page – 1.

 

NORMAN E. HUBBLE (1925 – 25 NOV 1985)

 

Norman Hubble, 60, of Gladwin, died Monday, Nov. 25, in the Midland Hospital Center. Arrangements are incomplete and in charge of the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 11-27/1985 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

 

Norman E. Hubble, 60, of 221 N. Lakeview Dr., Gladwin, died Monday, Nov. 25, in the Midland Hospital Center following a long illness. Born in Drayton Plains March 14, 1925, he had lived in Gladwin County since 1974. He was employed by General Motors and a veteran of World War II. Mr. Hubble was commander of VFW and a member of the Masonic Lodge 387, American Legion Post 171, Bay City Consistory, Transportation Division of the Shiners, the Elf Khauraf Temple of Saginaw and the Wooden Shoe United Methodist Church. Mr. Hubble was married to the former Virginia Youngblood Oct. 7, 1967, in Pontiac.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 sons, Duane and Leo LaClair and Lester Hubble of Pontiac; 6 daughters, Robin Isbell, Carolyn Monette, Caolyn Radtz, Sharlene Braithwaite, Barbara Adams and Tina Hubble of Pontiac; 5 sisters, Betty King, Donna Hubble, Margariete Beckman and Pauline Raider of Pontiac and Eunice Irelan of Ala.; 17 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Two sisters preceded him in death.

   Services were held last Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Bruce Hatch officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. An American Legion memorial service was held Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. and a Masonic service at 8. Graveside services were conducted by the VFW. Gladwin County Record dated 12-04/1985 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

WWII

 

VIRGINIA M. HUBBLE (1925 – 12 SEP 2004) s/w Norman E.

Virginia M. Hubble, age 79, of Pontiac, formerly of Gladwin, passed away Sunday, September 12 at the home of her granddaughter Cheryl in Pontiac. Virginia was born August 30, 1925 in Flint to Everett and Mabel Holman Youngblood. She married Norman Hubble on October 7, 1967 in Pontiac. They came to Gladwin in 1974. Norm passed away November 25, 1985. After Norman passed Virginia moved back to the Pontiac area. She was a member of the Eastern Star White Clover Chapter #84 and the V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary. She retired from GM Fisher Body Livonia after 25 years.
Surviving her are two sons, Duane (Gloria) LaClair of Waterford, and Leo (Eva) LaClair of Fenton; three daughters, Barbara Adams of Pontiac, Sharlene (David) Chick of Waterford, and Carolyn (Barry) Radtz of Harrison; one stepson, Lester Hubble of Union Lake; two stepdaughters, Carolyn Monette of Roseville and Tina Hubble of Clarkston; one brother, Arlen Youngblood of Milford; 18 grandchildren, 21 Great grandchildren and four Great great grandchildren. She was predeceased by one daughter, Robin Isbell; one sister, Jean Carter; and her first husband, Leo LaClair, Sr.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 15, at the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin, with Rev. Philip Hortop officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery.

 


FRANCIS H. HULL (7 MARCH 1851 – 19 DEC 1943)

Francis H. Hull, 92, Dies Here Sunday

The Rev. M. R. Jewell, of the Gladwin Evangelical Churches, will officiate at funeral services for Francis H. Hull, 92, at the Hall Funeral Home today (Wednesday) at 2 p. m. Mr. Hull died Sunday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. John Linton, in Sage township, Burial was in the Ridge cemetery.

Mr. Hull was born on March 7, 1851, in Chautauqua, New York. He is survived by a son, George Hull, of Flint; his daughter, Mrs. John Linton, of Gladwin; 19 grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild. Gladwin County Record dated 12-22/1943 Column – 5 Page – 5.


KENNETH L. HUNDLEY (18 AUG 1913 – 10 MAY 1995), s/w Vera N.

KENNETH L HUNDLEY

Kenneth L. Hundley, 81, of Gladwin, died Wednesday, May 10, 1995 at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center - Gladwin. Born Aug. 18, 1913 in Ohio City, Ohio, he resided in Gladwin County most of his life. Mr. Hundley was employed as a truck driver and farmer. He was a member of the Church of the Nazarene.

He married the former Vera Thornton Feb. 28, 1943 in Gladwin. She preceded him in death in December 1978. He then married Myrtle Hundley.

Besides his wife, he is survived by 4 sons, Charles and wife Thelrene of Standish, Davis and wife Fern of Pinconning, Kenneth of Gladwin, and Robert and wife Deborah of Gladwin; 3 stepdaughters, Alice Grant of Gladwin, Laura and husband Jim Blades of Flint, and Virginia and husband Peter Bergeron of Midland; 2 sisters, Mildred Swiech of Beaverton, and Tillie LaGrassa of Chicago. Ill.; 2 brothers, Victor Hundley of Gladwin, and Robert Hundley of Arizona; 12 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 5 sisters and 4 brothers.

Services were held at 10 a.m. Saturday from the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin with the Rev. Gerald Crouterfield officiating.Burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 5-17/1995 Column – 3 Page – 6.


VERA NANCY (THORNTON) HUNDLEY (11 APR 1916 – 21 DEC 1978) s/w Kenneth L.

 

VERA HUNDLEY

Mrs. Vera N. Hundley, 62, of 504 N. Spring St., Gladwin, died Thursday, Dec. 21, in the Gladwin Area Hospital. Born in Port Huron on April 11, 1916, she came to Gladwin County in 1941. She was a member of the Gladwin Nazarene Church. The former Vera Thornton, she was married to Kenneth Hundley on February 28, 1943.in Gladwin.

Besides her husband, she is survived by 4 sons, Charles of AuGres, David of Pinconning, Kenneth of San Diego, Calif, and Robert of Gladwin; and 9 grandchildren.

Services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Gladwin Church of The Nazarene. The Rev. David Inman officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 12-27/1978 Column – 5 Page – 2.
EMMA (LANGE) HUNFAIVY (31 AUG 1903 – 17 OCT 1972)

Emma Hunfaivy

Mrs. Emma Hunfaivy, 69, of 630 N. Antler St., Gladwin, died at her home Tuesday, October 17. Born in Gladwin, August 31, 1903, the former Emma Lange went to Detroit when she was 19. She was married to Henry Hunfaivy in Detroit and they made their home there until returning to Gladwin in April 1967.

Surviving are her husband, Henry of Gladwin; one daughter, Mrs. James (Edna) Gerber of Waukegon, Ill.; a son, Harold Schuster of East Lansing; a step-daughter, Mrs. Victor (Rose Marie) Kosman of Warren; one sister, Mrs. Elsie Higgins of Gladwin; and 12 grandchildren.

Services will be held Thursday, October 19, 1:30 pm., at Our Savior Lutheran Church with the Rev. Ernst G. Mueller officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Mathews Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 10-18/1972 Column – 5 Page – 2.


CHARLES EDWARD HUTCHINSON (AUG 1895 – 16 AUG 1908)

VICTIM OF A GUN

CHARLES E. HUTCHINSON - THIRTEEN YEARS OLD

Attempts to Take a Gun From a Buggy and Receives Fatal Shot.

Charles Edson Hutchinson, aged 13 years, son of Charles E. Hutchinson of Gladwin township, met his death Sunday by the explosion of a gun, which he was taking from a buggy. The boy was on his way home from church services, between 5 and 6 o'clock, when he was overtaken by his elder brother and a companion, in a buggy, who had been out hunting. The lad climbed on the rear of the buggy to ride. A stop was made to let the second man off, when the lad undertook to pull his gun from under the seat. The gun was discharged, the load taking effect in the boys bowels, and he lived only 15 minutes. The accident took place in sight of his father's house, and was witnessed by his father.

Funeral services were held at the Ridge church, conducted by Rev. Farley. Interment in Gladwin cemetery.

(Gladwin County Record 8/20/1908 page 1)


ANDREW HUTSON (16 JUNE 1892 – NOV 1962) s/w Sybilla

Services Held for Ex-Resident

Funeral services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Miner Chapel for Andrew Hutson, 70, who died at his home in Mikado after a sudden heart attack. The Rev. George K. Skene officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery.

Born on June 16, 1892, in Sanilac County, he had lived in Gladwin County until 32 years ago, when he moved to Flint where he worked many years until his retirement and moved to Mikado seven years ago. He was married to the former Sybilla Soldan on August 19, 1914.

Surviving are his wife, Sybilla; on son, Clifton; and a daughter, Mrs. Celia Wheatley, of Flint; a brother, Bert Hutson, of Gladwin; two sisters, Mrs. Dennis Shell of Flint and Mrs. Emil Bucholz of Harrison; and two grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 11-21/1962 Column – 6 Page – 2.


BERT HUTSON (19 JUNE 1881 - 10 MARCH 1976) s/w Maude

Bert Hutson, 94, of Gladwin, died Wednesday, March 10, at the Clare Nursing Home following a long illness. Born in Sanilac County on June 17, 1881, he came to Gladwin County in 1885. Mr. Hutson was retired from the Gladwin County Road Commission and at one time worked for the Baumgardner Coal Co. Mr. Hutson and the former Maude Wesley were married on Sept. 11, 1907, in Gladwin. She preceded him in death on July 31, 1964.

   Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Vada Kinne of Saginaw and Mrs. Leslie Hayward of Gladwin; three sons, Milton of Midland, Wayne of Gladwin and Gordon of Sandusky; 21 grandchildren, 53 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. One daughter, Mrs. Marie Jones, also preceded him in death. Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin. The Rev. Byron Hatch officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-17/1976 Column - 5 Page - 2

CHARLES JAMES HUTSON (31 AUG 1890 – 14 MARCH 1913)

Charles James, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Hutson, born in Deckerville, Sanilac county, Aug. 31, 1890, died March 14, 1913, at a hospital in Bay City, following an operation for appendicitis. The body was brought to Gladwin and funeral services were largely attended Tuesday in the Presbyterian church conducted by Rev. W. A. Knight of Hockaday, followed by interment in Gladwin cemetery.

"Charlie," as he was familiarly called, grew to young manhood in Gladwin, where learned the barber's trade at which he had been employed during the last year in Bay City, Durand and Saginaw. He was a member of the Knights of Pythias and had taken initiatory degrees in thei I. O. O. F.

A large circle of friends held him in high esteem, and mourn his early death, together with parents, five brothers and three sisters. The members of the family were all present at the funeral except his brother William who resides in Marquette county. Mrs. D. Bougheart, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Bougheart and Mrs. George Schmidt of Owosso and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Ockerman of Billings also attended the funeral.

The pallbearers were Delmar Gillean, C. C. Tubbs, D, W. Hunter. J. C. Shaffer, Bert Elthorp and Thomas Ayres. Gladwin County Record dated 3-20/1913 Column – 5 Page – 1.


HATTIE (RICHARDS) HUTSON (20 FEB 1883 – 25 FEB 1960)

GLADWIN RESIDENT DIES AT 77

GLADWIN --- Mrs. Hattie Hutson, 77, of Gladwin, died this morning at Gladwin Hospital after a long illness. A resident of Gladwin county since 1911, Mrs. Hutson was born February 28, 1883 at Long Rapids in Alpena County. She was married there to Robert Hutson in 1900.

She was a member of the Gladwin Methodist Church and the Gladwin Golden Rod Rebekah Lodge. Mrs. Hutson is survived by four sons, Ralph, of Beaverton; and Floyd, Robert, and Dale, all of Gladwin; one daughter, Mrs. Beatrice Vannatter, of Flint, 12 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday from the Miner Chapel in Gladwin, the Rev. Ross Tracy, of the Gladwin Methodist Church, officiating. Burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin County. MDN dated 2-25-1960 Page – 13.

JAMES FLOYD HUTSON (15 APR 1959 – 11 JUNE 2010)

James Floyd Hutson

James Floyd Hutson, 51, of Houston, Texas, died suddenly Friday, June 11, 2010 at his home. He was born in Gladwin, to parents Wilbur and Marilyn (Sherman) Hutson on April 15, 1959. He was baptized and confirmed at Our Savior Lutheran church. A graduate of Gladwin High School, he moved to Texas in 1982. He was employed as a CMT technician at Geotech Engineering and Testing in Houston for 15 years. James (Bondo) loved to work on his cars, ride horses, garden, fish and go camping. He was greatly loved and will be dearly missed by his family and friends. Surviving is his mother, Marilyn Hutson of Gladwin; two sisters, Ann (Edward) Reimer of Clinton Twp. and Amy (James) Boman of Gladwin; nephews, John (Kellie) Reimer and Gregory Reimer; niece, Laura (Robert) Jones; great-nephew, Jacob Reimer; great-niece, Emma Reimer; grandmother, Alma Sherman of Gladwin; and his dear friend, Joanne Copeland of Houston; and many uncles, aunts and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Wilbur E. Hutson; grandparents, Floyd and Pauline Hutson, Ernest Sherman. A memorial service was held Saturday, July 10, 2010 at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Gladwin with Rev. Matthew Schultz officiating. He was laid to rest at Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Arrangements were handled by Sisson Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Our Savior Lutheran Church-Building Fund.


JOHN HUTSON (20 APR 1844 – 20 JUNE 1921) Father

JOHN HUTSON

John Hutson aged 77, died very suddenly Monday afternoon, June 20, while sitting on his front steps. Mr. Hutson had been in poor health, some time, caused by anemia and heart trouble. Dr. F. S. Pierce, coroner, was called, and decides that his death was due to heart failure.

Services were held at the home Wednesday afternoon conducted by Rev. W. J. Cross. Interment took place in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 6-23/1921 Column – 4 Page – 5.

JOHN HUTSON SR.

John Hutson was born April 20, 1844, in Ontario, Canada, and departed this life June 20, 1921, aged 77 years and two months. He was married to Annie Ockerman in 1871 and to this union four children were born. In 1879 he with his family came to Sanilac county where his wife departed this life in 1881. In 1882 he was again married to Susie Ockerman and to this union, five children were born. In 1892 he moved his family to Gladwin county where he cleared his farm and lived on the farm until the fall of 1918, when his health began to fail and he moved to Gladwin city where he lived until the time of his death.

He leaves to mourn his death his wife and eight living children, William and Robert of Gladwin, John, Bert and Andrew of Hockaday, Mrs. George Loree of Smith Creek, Mrs. Dennis Shell of Round Lake, Mrs. Emil Buchholz of West Branch, all of whom were in attendance at the funeral besides a host of relatives and friends. His son Charles preceded him to the other world in 1913. Gladwin County Record dated 6-30/1921 Column – 5 Page – 7.

LENA MAUDE (WESLEY) HUTSON (22 OCT 1881 - 31 JULY 1964) s/w Bert

   Resident of 77 Years Passes - Mrs. Maude Hutson, 82, of Gladwin died July 31 at here home after a two-year illness.  She had been a resident for 77 years.  Born in Canada on Oct. 22, 1881, she was married to Bert Hutson in Gladwin Sept. 11, 1907.

   Mrs. Hutson was a member of the Gladwin First Methodist Church and the WSGS.  Surviving besides her husband are two daughters, Mrs. Vada Kinne, of Saginaw and Mrs. Alma Hayward of Gladwin; three sons, Milton, of Midland; Wayne, of Gladwin;and Gordon, of Sandusky; 22 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Robert Wesley, of Detroit and Howard Wesley, of Beaverton.  Services were held at 2pm Monday at the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Ross Tracy officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-05/1964 Column - ? Page - ?

ROBERT M. HUTSON (17 OCT 1874 – 2 FEB 1923)

ROBERT M. HUTSON

Called to His Long Home After a Week's Illness with Pneumonia

This community was greatly shocked Friday morning to learn of the death of Robert M. Hutson, "Bob" as he was familiarly known was born in Canada, Oct. 17, 1874, and moved with his parents to Sanilac county in 1878.

In 1900 he was united in marriage to Miss Hattie Richards of Alpena, where they made their home for four years, then moving to Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, where they lived about six years, then moved to Gladwin, where they have since made their home. To this union were born four sons, Ralph, Floyd, Dale and Earl, all at home and one daughter, Mrs. Ray Vannatter, also of Gladwin. He was taken sick about a week ago with pneumonia and quietly passed away Friday at 12:20 a. m. at the age of 49 years, 3 months and 16 days.

Besides his immediate family he leaves a mother, a mother-in-law, three sisters and four brothers, uncles and aunts, besides a host of relatives and friends to mourn his untimely death.

He will also be greatly missed by those he came in daily contact with because of his happy disposition, always having a smile and kind word for all.

The funeral was conducted at the home Sunday at 1 p. m. by Rev. E. T. Smith and at the Ridge cemetery by the I. O. O. F., of which he was a member. Gladwin County Record dated 2-8/1923 Column – 5 Page – 1.


SUSAN (OCKERMAN) HUTSON (26 MARCH 1860 – 24 OCT 1923) Mother

MRS. SUSIE HUTSON

Susie Ockerman was born in Middlesex county, Ontario March 26, I860, and departed this life at Mercy hospital, Bay City, Mich., following an operation, Oct. 24, 1923, aged 63 years, 6 months and 28 days.

Miss Ockerman at the age of 17 came with her parents to Owosso, Mich. In 1882 she was married to John Hutson and seven children were born to this union. Her husband and two children have passed on and those remaining to mourn their loss are two daughters, Mrs. Maud Shell and Mrs. Edith Buchholz of West Branch; two sons, Andy and Bert of Gladwin; three stepchildren, Will and John Hutson and Mrs. Anna Loree; two brothers, Thomas P. Ockerman of Gladwin and Robert Ockerman of Flint; one sister in Owosso.

They lived on a farm near Hockaday 14 years and in 1907 moved to the city of Gladwin where they have since made their home. Mrs. Hutson was a. woman of sterling Christian character, loved by all.

The funeral was the occasion of a large gathering of people at the F. M. church of Gladwin to pay their last respects. Her pastor, Rev. W. J. Johnston conducted the service, preaching from Psalms 116:15. Her body was laid to rest in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin  County Record dated 11-8/1923 Column – 2 Page – 4.


SYBILLA (SOLDAN) HUTSON (22 AUG 1888 – 12 DEC 1967) s/w Andrew

Rites Friday for Ex-resident

Services will be held Friday at 1:00 p.m. at the Miner Funeral Home for Mrs. Sybilla Hutson, 79, 1477 East Drive, Flint. She died Tuesday, Dec. 12, at Walter Winchester Hospital in Flint. The former Miss Sybilla Soldan was born Aug. 22, 1888, in Huron County. She was married to Andrew Hutson Aug. 19, 1914, who died Nov. 14, 1962.They previously lived in Mikado.

Survivors are one son, Clifton of Flint; one daughter, Mrs. Zella Wheatley, of Flint; one sister, Mrs. Fern Cripps, of Gladwin; three brothers, Tillman Soldan of Gladwin, William Soldan of Pigeon, and Alonzo Soldan of Flint; and two grandchildren.

The Rev. Charles Allen will officiate at the services and burial will be in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 12-13/1967 Column – 4 Page – 2.


WILBUR E. HUTSON (23 JAN 1935 – 24 JUNE 1983)

WILBUR HUTSON

Wilbur E. Hutson, 48, of 661 N. State St., Gladwin, died suddenly Friday, June 24 in Jackson, Tenn. Born in Gladwin on January 23, 1935 he spent his lifetime in Gladwin. He went to work for Brown Machine in 1964 and was a service technician. Mr. Hutson was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church, Gladwiniters Camping Group, Thursday Night Men's and Sunday Night Mixed Bowling Leagues. He was married to the former Marilyn Sherman on March 16, 1957, in Oberlin.

Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 daughters, Mrs. Edward (Ann) Reimer of Mt. Clemens and Mrs. James (Amy) Boman of Lakewood, Colo.; one son, James of Houston, Texas; 2 sisters, Mrs. Phyllis Almassy of Burton and Mrs. Marilyn Ellis of Gladwin; 3 brothers, Donald of Goodrich, Thomas of Flushing and David of Gladwin; and one grandson.

Services were held Tuesday at 11 a.m. from Our Savior Lutheran Church. The Rev. William Winter officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Matthews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 6-29/1983 Column – 3 Page – 2.

I'S

DENNIS ISBLE (? - ?)

 

IRVIN O. ISBLE, JR (29 NOV 1922 - 9 AUG 1967)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO IRVIN ISBLE, 44

 

   Services were held Sunday for Irvin Isble, 44, of Butman Township, who died Wed., Aug. 9, in Ford Hospital, Detroit, following an illness of five months. He was born in Middleton, Ohio, Nov. 29, 1922, and came to Gladwin five yearss ago from Flint. He was employed as an electrician at the Chevrolet plant.

   Mr. Isble and the former Elaine Gilbert were married Aug. 18, 1951, in Dayton, Ohio. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Navy. Survivors are his wife, Elaine; four sons, Floyd, Dean, George and Andrew; three daughters, Laura, Mary, and Georgene, all at home. The Rev. M. R. Putnam officiated at the 3:00 p.m. services Sunday at Hall's Funeral Home. Interment was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-16/1967 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

J'S

ALONZO L. JACOBS (27 DEC 1876 – 7 APR 1947)

Alonzo Jacobs Services Thursday

Alonzo L. Jacobs, 70, died at his home on Monday, April 7. Funeral services will be held on Thursday afternoon at 2:00 at the Wagarville Methodist church, with a short prayer service at the home at 1:39 The Rev. F. K. Starr will officiate. Burial will be in the Ridge cemetery.

Mr. Jacobs was born in Sanilac county on December 27, 1876, the son of Leander and Emma Babcock Jacobs. On May 6, 1894 he was married to Miss Maggie Edick. Mr. Jacobs spent most of his life time on a farm in Gladwin county.

Surviving are his wife, Maggie M. Jacobs; three daughters, Mrs. Elmer Domke, of Ithaca, Mrs. William Waltenburg, and Mrs. Ray Wilson, of Gladwin; one son John Jacobs, of Gladwin; one sister, Rev. Edna Grandy, of Flint. Gladwin County Record dated 4-9/1947 Column – 5 Page – 1.

11 grandchildren and one greatgrandchild.
JOHN A. JACOBS (16 JAN 1904 - 21 NOV 1974)

John A. (Jack) Jacobs, 70, of 3299 Sargent Rd., Sherman Township, died at his home Thursday, November 21. Born in Gladwin County January 16, 1904, he lived here most of his life until moving to Flint in 1950 where he worked at the Buick Motors on the assembly line. Retiring in 1969, Mr. Jacobs returned to Gladwin County. He was the son of the late Alonzo and Maggie Edick Jacobs.

   Surviving are a son, John, Jr., of Burton; 3 daughters, Mrs. Laurence Auker of Fenton, Mrs. Edward (Margaret) Mikesell of Morrice, and Mrs. Charles (Norma) Clark of Millington; 2 sisters, Mrs. Ray (Etta) Wilson of Gladwin, and Mrs. William (Olean) Waltenburg of Gladwin; 11 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.

   Services were held Sunday, November 24, at 2 p.m. at Mathews Funeral Home with the Rev. Wayne D. Jensen officiating and burial was in Ridge Cemetery.


MARGARET MAY "MAGGIE" (EDICK) JACOBS (26 NOV 1873 – 1 JUNE 1954)

Rites for Mrs. Jacobs Thursday

Mrs. Maggie M. Jacobs, 80, passed away at her, home, one-half mile south, of Wagarville, on Tuesday morning, June 1, following seven months illness.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Wagarville Methodist church. The Rev. Frank Gardner, pastor of the church, will officiate. Burial will be in the Ridge cemetery. Friends may call at the home until noon on Thursday.

Maggie May Edick was born on November 26, 1873, in Geauga county, Ohio and came to Gladwin county at the age of seven. On May 6, 1894, she married Alonzo Jacobs in Gladwin. He preceded her in death.

Surviving are one son, John Jacobs, of Flint; three daughters, Mrs. Emma Domke of Ithaca, Mrs. Olean Waltenburg and Mrs. Etta Wilson, of Gladwin; one brother, Ben Edick, of Lawton; also 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren,

Mrs. Jacob's grandsons will act as pallbearers. Gladwin County Record dated 6-2/1954 Column – 1 Page – 1.


TERESA MARIE (HALL) JACOBS (31 JULY 1959 - 16 FEB 1981) Beloved wife with child

Mrs. Teresa Marie Jacobs, 21, of Gladwin, was killed in an accident Monday about 7:25 p.m. on M-18, a quarter of a mile north of Pratt Lake Rd., in front of Dr. James Sullivan’s office. According to Gladwin County Sheriffs officers, she was a passenger in a car driven by her husband, James Michael Jacobs, which struck the rear of a stopped waste disposal truck, then collided with a northbound pickup. Jacobs was traveling south, officers said.

The waste refuse truck, operated by Kevin V. Charbonneau of Pinconning, had stopped to pick up refuse, Sheriffs officers said. The pickup was driven by Elmer G. Gedney of Beaverton.

Mrs. Jacobs death was Gladwin County’s first traffic fatality of 1981. Last year, three persons were killed on the county’s roads, officers said.

Mrs. Jacobs was pronounced dead at the scene by Dr. Sullivan, who is also the Gladwin County medical examiner. Jacobs was taken to the Gladwin Area Hospital, where he was treated and released.

The accident is still under investigation, according to Sheriff David Rossetter. Gladwin State Police and Gladwin City Police assisted at the accident. Gladwin County Record dated 2-18/1981 Column – 5 Page – 1.

 

TERESA JACOBS

Mrs. Teresa M. Jacobs, 21, of 215 West Beech St., Gladwin, died Monday evening, Feb. 16, of injuries sustained in an automobile accident on North M-18. Born in Flint on July 31, 1959, she came to Gladwin County in November 1978, from Lake Fenton. Mrs. Jacobs was a self-employed dance instructor.

She was a member of the Gladwin First United Methodist Church and the Michigan Dance Association. The former Teresa Hall, she was married to James Michael Jacobs October 18, 1980, in Gladwin.

Besides her husband, she is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Gene Hall of Gladwin; 3 brothers, Mark of Westland, Jeffrey of Beaverton and Phillip of Gladwin; one sister, Sandra of Gladwin.

Services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Gladwin First United Methodist Church. The Rev. Donald Bates will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements are in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Anyone interested in contributing to a dance scholarship in memory of Teresa Jacobs is asked to contact Pam Alward, 426-9638 evenings. Gladwin County Record dated 2-18/1981 Column – 4 Page – 2.


ADA ELIZABETH (MCGEE) JADEL (16 NOV 1868 – 1 OCT 1935)

MRS. MARTIN L. JADLE

Funeral services will be held for Mrs. M. L. Jadle, who died at Grace hospital, Detroit, Monday at the home Thursady afternoon at 1 o'clock and at the F. M. church at Hockaday at 1:30. Burial services will be at Ridge. Gladwin County Record dated 10-2/1935 Column – 6 Page – 9.

 

Mrs. M. L. Jadle Dies In Detroit Sunday

Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon at the Free Methodist church at Hockaday for Mrs. Martin L. Jadle, conducted by Rev. G. P. Segtnan, local pastor, assisted by Rev. R. R. Haight of Otisville. Burial was at the Ridge cemetery.

Ada Elizabeth McGee was born Nov. 16, 1868, at Brooklyn and was married to Martin L. Jadle April 19, 1894. She died October 1, 1935, at Grace hospital, Detroit. They moved to Gladwin 31 years ago, and after working a farm a few years they bought the Hockaday, store which they operated about 10 years. She was the last postmistress of the Hockaday post office.

Later they moved to their farm one-half mile north of Hockaday, where she lived until her death, except for short intervals, which they spent in warmer climates because of her health. She joined the Free Methodist church at Hockaday 15 years ago.

She is survived by her husband, three sons and one daughter, Howard C. Jadle of Detroit, Lawrence W. of Fullerton, California, Francis A. of Toledo, Ohio, and Mrs. Frank Sealey of Royal Oak.

Those from away who came to attend the funeral were John McGee and family, Mr. and Mrs. George McGee of Detroit, Earnest McGee and family, Frank McGee, Belle McGee, Mrs. Mary Gardner, Mrs. Hattie Whitman and daughter, Mrs. Blanch Austin, Herman Wesch, all of Brooklyn. Gladwin County Record dated 10-9/1935 Column – 7 Page – 9.


MARTIN R. JADEL (8 APR 1863 – 28 APR 1937)

Martin L. Jadle Dies in Detroit April 28

Funeral services were held at the Hockaday Free Methodist church Saturday afternoon, May 1, at 2 o'clock for Martin L. Jadle conducted by Rev. G. P. Segtnan. Burial was at the Ridge cemetery. Mr. Jadle was born April 8, 1863, and died April 28, 1937, at Grace hospital in Detroit. He was married to Ada Elizabeth McGee at Brooklyn, Michigan, April 19, 1894. The Jadles moved to Gladiwn county in 1903 and settled on a farm near Hockaday.

They ran a general store at Hockaday from 1907 to 1917, When they moved to their farm north of Hockaday, where they lived until the death of Mrs. Jadle in 1935 with the exception of about six years spent with their son Lawrence in Los Angeles, Calif.

Mr. and Mrs. Jadle were members of the Free Methodist Church of Hockaday. Mr. Jadle was a member of the F. & A. M. lodge at Gladwin and the Royal Arch chapter at Brooklyn, Michigan.

Surviving are his five children: Howard of Detroit; Lawrence of Los Anereles, Calif.; Francis of Toledo, Ohio; Mrs. Frank Seely of Royal Oak, Michigan, and Mrs. Al Whitman of Brooklyn, Michigan and two grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 5-5/1937 Column – 3 Page – 1.


HARRY JAMES (26 MARCH 1869 - 1 NOV 1899)

KILLED BY A TREE.

Harry James, of Gladwin Township, Victim of a Falling Tree.

Harry James, of Gladwin township, was killed by a falling tree at C. Merrill & Co.'s camps Wednesday. He was a brother of Mrs. N. Lennon of Gladwin, and made his home with Mr. Lennon's people. He was a single man 30 years of age.

The body was brought to Mr. Lennon's, and Coroner Atchinson was notified After an examination with Prosecuting; Attorney Smith it was concluded that an inquest was not necessary. Gladwin County Record dated 11-3/1899 Column – 6 Page – 5.


AVIS JANICE (3 NOV 1935 - 22 OCT 2001) s/w John

AVIS A. JANICE, Avis A. Janice, 65, of Gladwin, died Monday, Oct. 22, 2001 at MidMichigan Medical Center in Midland. She was born in Stanton Nov. 3, 1935 to the late Claire F. and Blanche M. (Jones) Olin. She married John Janice June 14, 1980 in Gladwin. She was a member of the Gladwin Cornerstone Baptist Church.

Surviving, in addition to her husband John, are three sons, Randy and wife Shelly MacInnes of Clarkston, Joe and wife Kathy MacInnes of Waterford and Jason and wife Katie MacInnes of Gladwin; three stepchildren, Michael and wife Judy Janice of Gladwin, Mark and wife Nora Janice of Kansas and Mary Willan of Canada; 11 grandchildren; one brother, Fred and wife Carmen Olin of Gladwin; and two sisters, Bonnajean and husband Marv Bonham of Gladwin and LaNora Grindstaff of Nevada. She was preceded in death by her sister Leota Carol Olin.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2001 at the Sisson Funeral Home with the Rev. Tony Alexander presiding with burial in Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made out to Wishes of the Family. The Sisson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

JOHN JANICE (6 JULY 1935 - ?) s/w Avis
BERTHIE JARVIS (? - 13 OCT 1885) Aged 3 months & 7 days, Daughter of M & L Jarvis

MARTIN JARVIS (? – NOV 1918)

MARTIN JARVIS DEAD

Martin Jarvis, former well known resident of Gladwin, of late years a resident of Linwood, died at his home there a few days ago. The body was brought to Gladwin for burial; Sunday; interment in Ridge cemetery.

In lumbering days Martin Jarvis was known as one of the best men, physically, who followed the woods. He had no yellow streaks, and while he was able to defend himself at all times, he would permit no injustice to the weak. He was a man in the true sense of manhood, and had friends wherever he was known. His wife> survives him. Gladwin County Record dated 11-28/1918 Column – 7 Page – 1.
GLORIA VIOLA (PICKARD) JOHNSON (8 AUG 1939 – 19 MAY 1971) Mother

Gloria V. Johnson

Services were held Saturday, May 22, for Mrs. Gloria V. Johnson, 31, of Lapeer, who died May 19, at the Gladwin Nursing Home following an illness of eight years with multiple sclerosis. Mrs. Johnson was born August 8, 1939, in Mecosta County, grew up in Gladwin County and graduated from the Gladwin schools in 1957. Following her marriage to Theodore M. Johnson in Gladwin September 20, 1958, they moved to Lapeer to make their home.

Survivors are her husband, Theodore; two daughters, Debora Elaine, and Karen Louise; one son, Eric Theodore; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Pickard of Gladwin; two sisters, Mrs. Lyle Gary and Miss Julie Pickard of Gladwin; one brother, George Jr. of Beaverton; grandparents, Mrs. Ella Brown of Gladwin and Mrs. Edith Fiedler of Lansing.

The Rev. John Cermak officiated at the 2:00 p.m. services at the Hall Funeral Home and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. A memorial fund has been established by her graduating class. Gladwin County Record dated 6-2/1971 Column – 5 Page – 2.


MARY J. JOHNSON (1904 - 1947)
ELMER R. JONES (19 NOV 1904 - 17 DEC 1963)

Ex-Beaverton Man Dies in Detroit

Elmer (Casey) Jones, 59, formerly of Beaverton, died Tuesday in Detroit following a long illness. Born on Nov. 19, 1904, he was employed as a mechanic at Colbeck’s Sales & Service before moving away from Gladwin County in 1943. He was married to the former Miss Marie Hutson in Gladwin on Sept. 22, 1928. She preceded him in death May 4, 1948.

Survivors include a son, Lloyd, of Madison Heights; and two daughters, Lois Bober, of Dayton Beach, Fla., and Helen Kelly, of Mt. Clemens.

Funeral services will be held Saturday at the Hall Funeral Home at 10 a.m. The Rev. Ross E. Tracy will officiate and burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-18/1963 Column – 7 Page – 2.

FRANK G. JONES (2 JULY 1883 - 28 MARCH 1945)

LONG ILLNESS FATAL TO FRANK JONES

   Frank G. Jones, 62, passed away at his home in Beaverton this morning (Wednesday) after an illness of one and a half years. He and his wife have operated the Jones Restaurant in Beaverton in recent years. Mr. Jones was a veteran of World War I, serving eight years in the Marines . He also was stationed at the CCC Camp here. He has been a resident of Gladwin county for the past 10 years.

   Mr. Jones was born in Portland, Michigan on July 2, 1883, and was married to Jane Godden, in Alpena on July 2, 1925, who survives him together with a sister, Mrs. Alfred Tritinski, of Pontiac. The Jones resided in South Branch before coming to Gladwin county. Funeral services will be held Friday, March 30 at the Beaverton Community Building, under the auspices of the Masonic Lodge and burial will be at Maple Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-28/1945 Column - 2 Page - 1   

GLADYS MARIE (HUTSON) JONES (22 AUG 1908 - 4 MAY 1948)

 

1948 Newspaper article compliments of Marie's sister, Alma.

Services for MarieJones Friday

Mrs. Marie Jones, 39, of Detroit, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bert Hutson, passed away on Tuesday afternoon in Detroit.

Funeral services willbeheld in Gladwin at the Hall Funeral Home on Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with the Rev. John Scott of the Gladwin Methodist church officiating. Burial will be in the Ridge cemetery.

Mrs. Jones was born in Butman township onAugust 22, 1908. She was married to Elmer Jones of Beaverton on September 11, 1928 in Gladwin. They lived in Beaverton until about ten years ago, when they moved to Detroit.

Surviving besides here husband, Elmer are three children, Lloyd, Lois and Helen, all at home; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Bert Hutson; three brothers Milton, Hutson of Midland, and Wayne and Gordon Hutson of Gladwin; two sisters, Mrs. Vada Kinne of Saginaw and Mrs. Alma Hayward of Sage township.

Here for Funeral

Out of town relatives and friends who were her to attend the funeral services of Mrs. Marie Jones were, Rev. and Mrs. Hartung, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wesley of Detroit,Mrs. Fern Shell, Mrs. Al Myers of Fling; Mrs Dennis Shell and son, Kenneth, of Swartz Creek; Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Sigar and daughter of Birch Run; Mrs Dendall Cottrill of Hopkins; Mr. and Mrs. Harold Sanderson, Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Kinne and family; Mrs. Frank Young, Mrs. Ida Bergey, Harold Hutson. Miss Ella Weizien of Saginaw; Mrs. Anne Loree, of Bay City; Mr. and Mrs. Emil Buckholz of Harrison; John Hutson of Standish; Mr. and Mrs. Milton Hutson, of Midland, Mr. and Mrs. Howard Welsey and son, Ronald, of Beaverton; Donald Wesley of Great Lakes.


JULIA JUDD (? - 17 DEC 1884) Wife of Foster J., Age 44 years & 7 days
ARCHIBALD NATHANIEL JUNEAC (1 OCT 1872 – 24 AUG 1934) s/w Lucy M.

 

FORMER GLADWIN MAN

SUCCUMBS IN FLINT

 

Funeral Services Monday Afternoon at Wagarville Church

 

The death of Archibald Nathaniel Juneac, a former resident of Gladwin, occurred August 24 at Flint. Juneac, son of Frank and Mary Juneac, was born October 11, 1872 in Glenvale, Ontario, Canada. He served as a blacksmith apprentice in Harrowsmith, Ont., and later went to Verona, where he was married to Lucy Graham August 22, 1896. They later moved to Gladwin county where he lived until seven years ago, when he moved his family to Flint where he was employed

as a blacksmith by the Chevrolet Motor Company.

 

His wife, two sons, Herbert of Gladwin, Elwood of Flint; three daughters, Mrs. Lester Grove, Mrs.

Olione Simpson, Mrs. Al Adams; two grandsons and four sisters survive him.

 

Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at the Wagarville church, conducted by Rev. (Miss) M. F. Nash, followed by burial in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-30/1934 Column – 7 Page – 1.


HERBERT ANDREW JUNEAC (3 OCT 1901 - 26 AUG 1955)
 

HEART ATTACK FATAL TO HERB JUNEAC

 

   Herbert A. Juneac, 53, well-known Gladwin Township farmer, passed away suddenly from a heart attack Friday, August 26, in Gladwin City. Born in Verona, Ontario, Canada, Oct. 3, 1901, he was the son of Archie and Lucy Juneac. With his parents, he came to Gladwin County and had since made his home here, except for a few years residence in Flint. Mr. Juneac was married to the former Miss Marion Walker on Oct. 27, 1921 in Gladwin.

   Survivors are his wife, Marion; one son, Wayne; one daughter, Mrs. Dorothy Weaver; four grandsons; all of Gladwin; one brother, Elwood; two sisters, Mrs. Velma Simpson and Mrs. Helen Grove, all of Flint; 13 niece and 13 nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Mrs. Florence Adams.

   Mr. Juneace was a veteran of World War I and a member of the Gladwin Post Veterans of Foreign Wars. He was an active member of the Gladwin County Farm Bureau, Soil Conservation Committee and the Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Committee.

   Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Hall Funeral Home and burial was made in Ridge cemetery. The Rev. William Elliot of St. Paul's Episcopal Church officiated. Pallbearers were Delbert Kern, Victor Edick, William Waltenburg, Martin Schindler, Ralph Staufer, Milton Mather, John Wagar and Malcolm Cuddie. Gladwin County Record dated 08-31/1955 Column - 7 Page - 1

 

MI PVT 160 DEPOT BRIGADE WWI

 

LUCY M. (GRAHAM) JUNEAC (13 SEP 1878 – 10 OCT 1951) s/w Archie N.

 

Services Held for Mrs. Juneac

 

Mrs. Lucy Juneac, 73, died at St. Joseph's Hospital in Flint, on Wednesday October 10. Funeral services were held on Saturday afternoon from the Hall Funeral Home with the Rev. John R. Scott of the Gladwin Methodist church officiating. Burial was made in Ridge cemetery.

 

Mrs. Juneac was born September 13, 1878 in Verona, Ontario, and was married there to Archie

Juneac on. August 22, 1899. She came to Gladwin 46 years ago and lived here all that time except the last year and & half when she stayed with, her daughter, Mrs. Helen Grove in Flint.

 

Survivors are two sons, Elwood of Flint and Herbert of Gladwin; three daughters, Mrs. Florence

Adams of North Branch, Mrs. Helen Grove and Mrs. Velma Simpson of Flint; one brother, James E. Graham of Ottawa, Ontario; also nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 10-17/1951 Column – 6 Page – 1.


MARION ONALEE (WALKER) JUNEAC (31 AUG 1903 – 14 FEB 1986) s/w Herbert A.

 

MARION JUNEAC

 

Marion O. Juneac, 83, of 215 S. Antler St., Gladwin, died Friday, Feb. 14, in the Gladwin Area

Hospital following a long illness. Born in Grout Township  Aug.31, 1903, she had spent her lifetime here. She was a member of the Farm Bureau. The former Marion Walker, she was married to Herbert Juneac in 1919 in Gladwin. He preceded her in death Aug. 26, 1955.

 

Surviving are one son, Wayne of Gladwin; one daughter, Mrs. Dorothy Weaver of Gladwin; 3 sisters, Mrs. Vera Boeve, Mrs. Bernice Fries and Mrs. Josephine Steele of Gladwin; 4 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, Graydon in

1970 and 2 sisters, Romaine Walker in 1919 and Delila Culberson in 1981.

 

Graveside services were held today, Wednesday, at the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 2-19/1986 Column – 4 Page – 2.

 

K'S

 

EMMA (BERG) KAISER (10 NOV 1904 – 10 JAN 1977)

 

Emma Kaiser

 

Mrs. Emma Roberts Kaiser, 72, died suddenly Monday, Jan. 10, at her home at 131 Second St., Gladwin. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, on November 10, 1904, she came to Gladwin County in 1906.

She was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church and the Ladies Aid. The former Emma Berg, she was married to John H. Roberts in 1920 in Oberlin. He preceded her in death on December 14, 1954. In 1965 she married Ernest Kaiser and moved to Erie. After his death in 1975, she moved back to Gladwin.

 

Surviving are one son, Donald of Gladwin; 3 brothers, Walter Berg of Toledo, Ohio, Robert Berg of Gladwin and Edwin Berg of Detroit; 2 sisters, Mrs. Elsie Jones of St. Clair Shores and Mrs.

Edna Foor of Gladwin; and one granddaughter.

 

Services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from Our Savior Lutheran Church. The Rev. Herbert Biermann will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements are in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 1-12/1977 Column – 2 Page – 2.

 

ALFRED W. KALFS, SR (? - ?)

CHARLES H. KALFS (8 OCT 1897 - 8 JULY 1987)

CHARLES KALFS

Charles H. Kalfs, 89, of 2376 Three Rivers Rd., Gladwin, died Wednesday, July 8, in the Alpena General Hospital after a short illness. Born in Ruth Oct. 8, 1897, he was raised in Gladwin County. Mr. Kalfs was a tool and die maker for Buick Motors in Flint for 40 years until retiring in 1963 and moving back to Gladwin. He served in the Army during World War II and was a member of UAW 599 in Flint.

Surviving are one brother, William of Flint; a sister, Mrs. Mary Rosebush of Flint and a sister-in-law, Mrs. Leota Kalfs of Flint.

Rites were held Monday at 11 a.m. from the Sacred Heart Catholic church. The Rev. Father Donald Christensen officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. A wake service was held Sunday evening at the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Memorials may be made to the Gladwin Hospital Auxiliary. Gladwin County Record dated 7-15/1987 Column – 3 Page – 2.


ELIZABETH KALFS (1865 – 7 NOV 1920) Mother

Mrs. John Kalfs

Elizabeth Kalfs, wife of John Kalfs, of Secord, died Sunday, Nov. 7, 1920, at Mercy hospital, Bay City, where she had been for about a week taking treatment. The body was brought to Gladwin Nov. 8. Services were held at the church of Sacred Heart Tuesday morning.

She was born in Canada and was aged 54 years, one month and two days. She is survived by her husband, four sons, Albert, Charles, Simon and William, and one daughter, Mary. Gladwin County Record dated 11-11/1920 Column – 5 Page – 5.


JOHN KALFS (1868 – MAY 1949) Father

We wish to extend our sympathy to the Kalfs family. John Kalfs passed away Thursday. Gladwin County Record dated 6-1/1949 Column – 7 Page – 2.

LEOTA G. (RAYMOND) KALFS (1909 – 8 MAY 1991) s/w Simon J.

We are sorry to report the death of Leota Kalf, 81, May 8. She was buried in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 6-5/1991 Column – 2 Page – 13.


SIMON JOSEPH KALFS (8 APR 1903 – 5 OCT 1977) s/w Leota G.

Simon Kalfs

Simon J. Kalfs, 74, of 453 Vernon, Gladwin, died Wednesday, Oct. 5, at his home following an illness, of two years. Born in Ruth on April 8, 1903, he came to Gladwin County 2 months ago from Flint. Mr. Kalfs was married to the former Leota Raymond on November 3, 1928, in Leota.

Surviving are his wife: 2 sons and 4 daughters, all of the Flint area; one sister and two brothers, including Charles of Gladwin; 20 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.

Rites were held Saturday at 11 a.m. from St. Joseph Catholic Church in West Branch. The Rev. Father Richard Siefferly officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 10-12/1977 Column – 7 Page – 2.

PORTER P. KEEL (1927 - 1996) s/w Shirley J.
SHIRLEY J. KEEL (1938 - ?) s/w Porter P.
CATHERINE KEHOE (1861 - 1947) s/w Thomas, Michael & Charles

MRS. KEHOE DIES AT 88

Mrs. Catherine Kehoe, 88, died at the Midland Hospital Wednesday. She is the widow of Thomas Kehoe and had been residing at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Anthony Dean, 1308 East Carpenter street. She has lived in Midland for the past nine years. Mrs. Kehoe was born in Canada Sept. 29, 1859.

She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Dean, two sons, James E. Kehoe of Detroit and John Kehoe of Akron, O.; a sister, Mrs. Maggie Whalen of Toronto, Can.; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Friends may see Mrs. Kehoe at Mrs. Dean’s home at 1306 East Carpenter street. Funeral services will be held from the St. Brigid’s Catholic Church at 11:30 a.m. Saturday with Msgr. Joseph B. Illig officiating. She will be buried at the Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. MDN dated 1-2-1948 Page – 2.


CHARLES V. KEHOE (1902 – 28 SEP 1903) s/w Thomas, Catherine & Michael

A one-year old daughter of Thomas Keho, of Gladwin township, was buried in the township cemetery Wednesday. Gladwin County Record dated 10-2/1903 Column – 6 Page – 7.


ERNESTINE (?) KEHOE (27 JAN 1860 - 29 DEC 1891) Wife of Thomas Kehoe, s/w Thomas

Ernestine, wife of Thomas Kehoe, died at her residence in Gladwin township, Dec. 29, 1891, aged 31 years, 11 months and 2 days. Mrs. Kehoe was born in Ohio. She came to Gladwin county about 14 years ago, and was united in marriage with Mr. Kehoe 12 years ago, and four children remain as a fruit of the marriage. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Paul D. Huff, pastor of the Butman M. E. church.

   At the last meeting of Gladwin tent K.O.T.M. the following resolutions of sympathy were adopted: Whereas, in his great wisdom, the Supreme Commander has seen fit to enter the home of Sir Knight Thomas E. Kehoe, and to remove there from his beloved wife;

   Resolved that we; as members of Gladwin Tent, No. 214. K.O.T.M., extend to him our deepest sympathy in this his hour of bereavement; Resolved that we as true Sir Knights by our knightly conduct aid our brother in looking beyond this vale of tears to a perpetual day, when at the final grand review eh shall meet his beloved companion and receive his reward from the Supreme Commander. Resolved that a copy of these resolutions be published in the Michigan Maccabee, and in the local papers. Gladwin County Record dated 01-08/1892 Column - 6 Page – 5


INFANT KEHOE (? - 1954) Baby
INFANT KEHOE (? - 1959) Baby
JEANETTE ELEANORE (WEGNER) KEHOE (1928 - ?) s/w Mark Jr.


MARK KEHOE, JR (1 FEB 1925 - 6 AUG 2002) s/w Jeanette

Mark Kehoe , 77, beloved husband of Jeanette, went to be with the Lord at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak on Aug. 6, 2002 as a result of respiratory failure. Mark was the son of Mark Sr. and Flossie (Greer) Kehoe and married Jeanette (Wegner) on June 11, 1949 at the former Round Lake Baptist Church, recently celebrating their 53rd anniversary.

A native of Gladwin, Mark lived in Flint and Livonia until October 1969 at which time he returned to Gladwin as owner and operator of the former Gamble Store, retiring in December 1983 for health reasons. Mark enjoyed his winter home in Ft. Myers, Fla. and summer home in Gladwin.

Survivors include daughters Diane (Ron) Pennington of Canton, Darlene (Lee) Decker of Casnovia, and Donna (Marvin) Faust of Grosse Pointe Woods; five grandsons, Ron (Stefanie) Pennington, Jeremy (Cindy), Jeff (Jenny) and Jim Decker, and Randy Faust; six granddaughters, Renee (Wayne) Kurtycz, Jodi (York) Moore, Jamie (Chris) Weertz, and Holly, Mindy and Emily Faust; five great grandchildren, Hannah, Katie and Claire Kurtycz, Chiren Moore and Brandon Decker.

Mr. Kehoe is also survived by three brothers, Albert (Clarabelle) of Burton, Jack (Pat) and Don both of Gladwin; two sisters, Dorothy (Leonard) Seipke of Essexville, Kathryn (Ben) Bailey of Bay City; sister-in-laws, Anna Marie Kehoe and Yvonne Kehoe and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Grenvul and Willard (Bill, and sister Abbey Jane Grooms. He was a charter member of the Gladwin Cornerstone Baptist Church and has served on numerous church and youth camp boards.

Arrangements are being handled by Sisson Funeral Home and services will be held Friday from 5 to 8 p.m., Saturday from 2 to 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. at Cornerstone Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established at Cornerstone Baptist Church in Gladwin.


MICHAEL KEHOE (1896 – AUG 1928) s/w Thomas, Catherine & Charles

MICHAEL KEHOE

The body of Michael Kehoe was brought here Friday from Detroit for burial in the Ridge cemetery. He is the youngest son of Thomas Kehoe, a former resident of Gladwin township. The body was accompanied by a large concourse of friends and relatives. Gladwin County Record dated 8-29/1929 Column – 4 Page – 1.


THOMAS KEHOE (14 APRIL 1848 - 5 APRIL 1914) s/w Ernestine

   Thomas Kehoe, 68 years old of Gladwin, died at the West Side hospital Bay City. Sunday afternoon following a third stroke of apoplexy. He suffered the second stroke last week and the third Sunday morning. He is survived by two daughters and two sons, Mrs. Rollo Dutcher, Detroit; Mrs. John Rose, Bay City; Mark Kehoe, of Detroit, and Harry, of Rochester, N.Y. The body will be brought to Gladwin for burial. Gladwin County Record dated 04-09/1914 Column - 5 Page – 1


THOMAS KEHOE (1867 – JUNE 1938) s/w Catherine, Michael & Charles

Rites for Former Resident

Services for Thomas Kehoe, a former Giadwin township resident, will be held Friday at 9 a.m. from the St. Brigits church in Midland, followed by burial in the Ridge cemetery at Giadwin at 11 a. m. Gladwin County Record dated 6-15/1938 Column – 4 Page – 5.


WILLARD E. "BILL" KEHOE (28 FEB 1930- 3 AUG 1990)
ERIN M. KELCH (9 SEP 1986 - 9 SEP 1986)

INFANT KELCH

Infant Erin M. Kelch was dead at birth Tuesday, Sept. 9, in the Clare Community Hospital. Surviving are the mother, Vanna Kelch of Gladwin; a sister, Carolyn, at home; and the grandparents, Betty and Howard Kelch of Gladwin and Betty and Merl Sreca of Alabama.

Rites were held Thursday at 10 a.m. from Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. Pastor Ed Jaynes officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 9-17/1986 Column – 4 Page – 2.


DOROTHY M. (WALKER) KELLY (19 SEP 1924 - 28 DEC 1996) s/w George, Jr.

Dorothy Walker Kelly, 72, of Gladwin, died Saturday, Dec. 28, 1996 at the Bradenton Florida Hospice House, She was a winter resident in Bradenton, Fla. for 13 years. She was born in Detroit, Sept. 19, 1924 to Emery and Gertrude (Lee) Walker (deceased). She married George Kelly on July 10, 1970. Mrs. Kelly worked at Burroughs Corp., Detroit for 34 years before retiring in 1982 and was a graduate from Hazel Park High School in 1944.

   Besides her husband she is survived by her twin sister, Doris Walker Downing of Findlay, Ohio; nephews, Glen Downing of Willimantic, Conn.; Cary Downing of Columbus, Ohio; grandniece, Debra Melton and grandnephew William Markins of Findlay, Ohio; two great grand-nephews and two great grand-nieces; three stepdaughters, Denise Walters and Annette Woods of Taylor and Carol Berbrigh of Canton; and three stepsons, Mark, Gary and Keith, all of Taylor; and eight step-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Emery Walker and Raymond Taylor and niece Donna Downing Schall. Gladwin County Record dated 01-15/1997 Column - 6 Page – 2


GEORGE KELLY, JR (1924 - ?) s/w Dorothy M.
JOHN KERNKE (12 SEP 1852 – 21 MAY 1933) s/w Julia

John Kernke died May 21, 1933, after a short illness. Mr. Kernke was born in Germany Sept. 12, 1852. He married Julia Heffner in 1881. The Kernkes came to America in 1880, settled in Detroit, moved to Gladwin county in 1901 and located near Oberlin, where he lived until 1912, when he moved to Gladwin city. Mrs. Kernke died Dec. 23, 1917. Later he married Mrs. Pauline Nightingale, who survives him with three children, William and Delia, and John in California, and seven grandchildren.

Funeral services were conducted Wednesday at 2:30 p. m. at the residence by Rev. P. F. Schilling, followed by burial at Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 5-25/1933 Column – 5 Page – 9.


JULIANA (HEFFNER) KERNKE (14 NOV 1861 - 23 DEC 1917) s/w John

Juliana Kernke was born in Borne, Russia Poland, Nov. 14, 1861, and died at her home in Gladwin, Mich., Dec. 23, 1917, aged 56 years, 1 month and 19 days. She was married to John Kernke Feb. 28, 1881. To this union were born seven children. In 1894 they came to the United States, first settling in Detroit, where they lived three years, when they moved to Gladwin county and settled on a farm near Oberlin. In May, 1913, they moved to Gladwin. She was a member of the Lutheran church until she came to Gladwin when she united her work with the Mission. Mrs. Kernke was a kind and loving wife and mother and made many friends.

   She is survived by her husband and four children, Mrs. Julia Hinz, William Kernke, and Mrs. Della Mettie, all of Detroit, and John Kernke, now in the United States service at Des Moines, Iowa, four grandchildren, one brother, Martin Heffner of Sage township, and a host of friends and neighbors who will miss a loving hand and kind greeting.

   Funeral services were conducted by Emil Wegner, assisted by Chris Sigman at the Misson, Thursday morning, Dec. 27, with interment in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-03/1918 Column - 3 Page -4


DENNIS HAROLD KILE (21 DEC 1950 - 20 FEB 1972)

Dennis Harold Kile, 21, of Sherman Township, died Sunday, Feb. 13, of injuries after being struck by an automobile on East M-61. Mr. Kile moved to Gladwin County with his family six years ago. He was born in Flint on December 21, 1950. He attended Flint Schools and graduated from Gladwin High School in 1969. He was employed at the Flint Chevrolet plant before entering the Marine Corps in January 1970. After serving aboard a Navy Missile ship he was discharged in October 1971.

   Mr. Kile was employed as a plumber apprentice by his father, Harold Kile Jr., in his plumbing and heating business in Beaverton. He was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church. Surviving are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Kile Jr.; two sisters, Barbara and Lisa; one brother, Paul, all at home; his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Kile Sr. and Mr. and Mrs. Wendell Wright, all of Flint.

   Funeral services were held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. from Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Ernst Mueller officiated and Burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-23/1972 Column - 3 Page - 2

MIL. CPL US MARINE CORPS VIETNAM

 

HAROLD KILE JR. (22 AUG 1928 – 17 JUNE 2010)

 

HAROLD KILE JR.

 

Harold Kile Jr., age 81, of Beaverton, passed away on Thursday, June 17, 2010 at his home. He was born Aug. 22, 1928 in Armada, the son of the late Harold Sr. and Julia (Sumner) Kile. Harold married Sarah (Sally) Kile in 1948 in Flint, while home on leave from the military. He enjoyed his dog "Sugar", watching Tiger's Baseball, vacationing to Florida and Flea Markets. he was the owner and operator of Kile Plumbing since 1967 when he opened the business. He was a member of the Gladwin Eagles and Moose Lodge.

 

He was preceded in death by his wife, Sarah in 2009; son Dennis; brother, Marlowe; and sister,Donna Cocke. He is survived by his children, Barbara (Ken) Kidd of Flint, Paul (Bridget) Kile of Beaverton, and Lisa (Russ) Moseler of Midland; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren; sister, Marlene (Jerry) McCaun of Las Vegas; and sister-in-law, Elaine Kile of McMillian.

 

Funeral services were held on Monday, June 21, 2010 at the Sisson Funeral Home with Pastor Paul Kile officiating. Interment was in Ridge Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Harold to Gladwin County Council on Aging. Gladwin County Record dated 06-23/2010.

MARY E. (CORWIN) KING (1913 - ) s/w William J..

WILLIAM J. KING (26 NOV 1897 - 6 AUG 1985)

William J. King, 87, of 5404 Pine St., Gladwin, died Tuesday, Aug. 6, in the Midland Hospital Center following a long illness. Born in St. Ignace Nov. 26, 1897, he came to Gladwin County 15 years ago from Detroit. Mr. King was a retired mechanic for Chrysler Corp. He served in the Army during World War I. Surviving is his wife, the former Mary Corwin. Rites were held Friday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Carl Briggs officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-21/1985 Column - 4 Page - 2

GEORGE WILLIAM KINYON (22 JUNE 1869 – 26 FEB 1936)

George Kinyon Dies Suddenly of Heart Attack

George Kinyon, operator of the Gladwin Gladioli farm, died suddenly Thursday of heart attack. Burial services were held Saturday afternoon at one o'clock at the Gladwin Methodist Episcopal church, conducted by Rev. Grant L. Jordan. Burial services were at Ridge cemetery. Born June 22, 1869, at Lawrence, Michigan, he married Mary Van Frank at Bristol, Indiana, May 5, 1888. They came to Gladwin county in 1905. Their home is now in Grim township, where the gladiolo farm is located.

Mr. Kinyon served his township as supervisor. On his way to Bay City and Saginaw Thursday he became illand was taken to a hospital, where he died in a few hours. While his health had not been good in recent months he had been active in his business and personal pursuits.

Surviving him are his wife, three sons and one daughter, Mrs. John (Florence) Seltz and Charles W. Kinyon of Gladwin; Van Frank and Fred G. Kinyon of Lansing; his stepmother, Mrs. Carlie Miller, and a sister, Mrs. Rosco (Gertie) Buskirk of Lansing, and a brother, Ben Kinyon of Eaton Rapids; ten granddaughters and a grandson.

Sunset and evening star

And one clear call for me;

And may there be no moaning at the bar,

When I put out to seas.

But such a tide as moving seems asleep

Too full for sound or foam;

When that which drew from out the boundless deep

Turns again home.

And may there be no sadness of farewell

When I embark.—Tennyson.

Gladwin County Record dated 3-4/1936 Column – 7 Page – 5.

MARY MARIA KINYON (1869 – 2 JULY 1952)

Mr. and Mrs. Dallas Brown attended the funeral of Mrs. George Kinyon in Gladwin Saturday afternoon. Midland Daily News dated July 9, 1952 Page – 13.

BERTHA NELLIE (HOCKADAY) KNAPPINS (23 MAR 1898 – 18 JULY 1984)

BERTHA KNAPPINS

Bertha N. Knappins, 86, of Hope, died Wednesday, July 18, in the Midland Hospital Center. Born in Gladwin on March 23, 1898, she made her home in Lakeland, Fla., for several years until moving to Hope with her nephew, Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Loree, about 2Ό years ago. In Florida, she was the secretary-treasurer of the Lakeland Light and Life Camp of the Free Methodist Church where she was a member.

The former Bertha Hockaday, she was married to Ora Knappins and he died in 1981.

Surviving are a brother, Albert of Midland; one sister; Mrs. Anna Loree of Hope; 2 step-sons, Edwin and Kenneth of New Port Richey;Fla.; and 2 step-daughters,: Margery Boyt of Wappapello, Mo. and Mary Lanier of South Haven.

Rites were held Saturday, July 21, at 1 p.m. at the Free Methodist Church. The Rev. Gordon Evoy officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 8-1/1984 Column – 4 Page – 2.


HELEN "RUTH" (STEINKRAUS) KNEDLHANS (14 SEP 1910 – 24 NOV 1997)

HELEN (RUTH) KNEDLHANS

Helen (Ruth) Knedlhans, 87, of Gladwin, died suddenly Monday, Nov. 24, 1997 at home. Born Sept. 14, 1910 in Gladwin, she lived in Gladwin three years and was previously of Lake of The Hills, Ill. The former Helen Steinkraus married James Knedlhans. He preceded her in death. She was a homemaker in her own home and was a member of the Gladwin Church of the Nazarene. Surviving is one brother, Herbert Steinkraus of Gladwin.

Services were held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel with Pastor John Coffman officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the Gladwin Church of the Nazarene. Gladwin County Record dated 12-3/1997 Column – 6 Page – 2.


CARL KNIGHT (8 JULY 1895 - 20 MAY 1975) Father, s/w Rilla Mae

Carl F. Knight, of 618 S. Silverleaf St., Gladwin, died Tuesday, May 20, at Midland Hospital, following an illness of about 6 months. Born in Paulding County, Ohio, July 8, 1895, he was the son of Norman and Katy Belle Hoy Knight. He came to Gladwin County as a young boy and settled with his parents in Sage Township where he grew up. Mr. Knight and the former Rilla Roberts were married December 1, 1914, and she died April 3, 1962. He married the former Alma E. Foster July 28, 1965, in Gladwin and she survives him. Mr. Knight owned and operated retail grocery and meat stores in Gladwin, Sanford, Flint and Houghton Lake at different times during his business career. He also served as supervisor of Jerome Township for 13 years during his residence in Midland County. He was well-known to Gladwin County Record readers through his recent articles of life in the early days in Sage Township and Gladwin City.

   Surviving besides his wife, Alma, are 2 daughters, Mrs. Gordon (Hazel) Burgess of Swartz Creek, and Mrs. Kenneth (Evelyn) Shelton of Flint; 2 brothers, Walter Knight of Harrison, and Alonzo Knight  of Davison; 1 sister, Mrs. Elmer (Jennie) Koontz of Gladwin; 10 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren.

   Services were held Friday at 2:00 p.m. at the Gladwin Church of the Nazarene with the Rev. Dale Hill officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Mathews Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 05-28/1975 Column - 4 Page – 2


CAROLINE ELIZABETH (LEWELLYN) KNIGHT (12 SEP 1846 – 17 OCT 1924) Mother

 

MRS. CAROLINA ELIZABETH KNIGHT

After an illness of nine months, Mrs. Carolina Elizabeth Knight, 78 years old, widow of Daniel H. Knight, died Friday afternoon at her home in Gladwin. Mrs. Knight, whose maiden name was Caroline Elizabeth Lewellyn, was born Sept. 12, 1846, in Athens, Ohio, and was married to Daniel H. Knight Sept. 18, 1866. After living in Ohio and Washington they came to Gladwin and have resided here for many years.

She is survived by two sons, Norman and Jasper Knight, five daughters, Mrs. Lillie Walters, Mrs. Martha Webb, Mrs. Ruby Snyder, Miss Laura Knight of Gladwin and Miss Eva Knight of Saginaw; three brothers, Ezra and Samuel Lewellyn of Carpenter, Ohio, and John Lewellyn of Lewiston, Mich.

Funeral services were held at the residence on Grout street Monday afternoon at two o'clock, Oct. 20, conducted by Rev. Perry Arnold, pastor of the Church of the Brethren at Beaverton, of which Mrs. Knight was a member. Rev. Arnold was assisted by Rev. Stanley Thayer of the Methodist Episcopal church at Gladwin. Burial in Ridge cemetery.

DANIEL HARRY KNIGHT (25 JUNE 1842 - 20 MARCH 1917)

 

KNIGHT --- Daniel H. Knight was born in Somerset county, Pa., June 25, 1842, and died at his home in Gladwin March 20, 1917, at the age of 74 years, 8 months and 23 days. At the age of ten years he moved with his parents to Athens county, O., and in 1862 volunteered in Company A., 92 regiment, O.V.I. He took part in all the battles of the southwest and in Sherman's march to the sea, and was discharged at Washington, D. C., June 12, 1865. He was married Sept. 18, 1866, to Caroline E. Lewellyn and moved to Van Wert county, Ohio, in 1867. From there he moved with his family to the state of Washington March 4, 1898, then to Gladwin, Mich., where resided until his death.

   There are left to mourn his loss a wife, six children; two brothers, N. D. Knight of Burton, Kansas, Jacob Knight of Arbanaka, Ohio; one sister, Mrs. Susan Lewellyn of Scott, Ohio; 14 grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and many friends. Services were held at the home at 2 o'clock Thursday afternoon, conducted by the Rev. John Killian. Interment in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-29/1917 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

CO A 92ND REG OVI CIVIL WAR

 
DANIEL WARD KNIGHT (7 DEC 1915 - 7 DEC 1915)


DAVID LEE KNIGHT (12 JULY 1957- 23 JUNE 1959) Our Darling

FLAMES THAT DESTROYED the barn on the farm of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel (Chum) Knight Tuesday afternoon also claimed the life of their young son, David, two-years-old. --- Photo by Tod Reader, Jr

   Tragedy struck again at youngsters in Gladwin County with the death of David Lee Knight, 2-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Knight, of Sage Township, Tuesday afternoon when the barn at his farm home was destroyed by fire. David's brother, Jack 10, and cousin, Leslie Knight, 13, told sheirff's officers that they saw smoke and fire in the barn and connected a hose in an effort to extinguish the blaze.

   They said they had seen David playing near the barn earlier but did not know that he was in the barn. Shortly after they discovered the blaze, an explosion was heard in the building, they told officers. The fire believed to have started from spontaneous combustion, leveled the barn in about one hour. It was reported shortly after 5 o'clock yesterday and the building was ablaze when fireman arrived.

   Mr. and Mrs. Knight were away from home when the fire broke out. After the family and neighbors searched the premises and could not find David, Sheriff Victor Edick was called. The little boy was found near the west wall of the barn by Assistant Fire Chief Milton Alward at 6:45 o'clock.

   David was born in Gladwin on July 12, 1957. Survivors include his parents, Mrs. and Mrs. Daniel Knight; three brothers, Jack, Harry, and Donald; and two sisters, Sandra and Sheryl, all at home; his grandparents, Mrs. Leona Knight, of Gladwin, Mrs. Ella Hulett, of Bay City, and Albert Swinson, of Beaverton; and his great grandmother, Mrs. Belle Knight, of Gladwin.Funeral services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home, with the Rev. R. E. Fogelsonger officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-24/1959 Column - 8 Page – 1


DILLON KENNETH KNIGHT (18 MAY 1977 - 14 FEB 1987) Beloved Son

Dillion Kenneth Knight, 9, of 4076 Pratt Lake Rd., Gladwin, drowned Saturday afternoon, Feb. 14, when the vehicle he was in went through the ice on Wixom Lake. Born in Naples, Fla., May 18, 1977, he had spent most of his life here. He was a 3rd grade student in the Gladwin Elementary School and a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church and Cub Scouts Den 6.

   Surviving are his parents, Mike and Bonnie (McCombs) Knight; his grandparents, Kenneth McCombs and Glen and Rosemary Knight of Gladwin; and his great grandmother, Vervin Truelove of Gladwin. His grandmother, Charlotte McCombs, preceded him in death.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 11 a.m. from Our Savior Lutheran Church. The Rev. Donald Dengler officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Gladwin Elementary School Memorial Fund. Arrangements were in charge of the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 02-18/1987 Column - 4 Page – 2


EITHEL AGNES (SMITH) KNIGHT (2 AUG 1900 – 12 DEC 1978) s/w Cliffe R.

Mrs. Eithel A. Knight, 78, of 130 W. Maple, Gladwin, died Tuesday, Dec. 12, in the Midland Hospital Center. Born in Owosso on August 2, 1900, she came to Gladwin County in 1939. In 1959 she moved to Lansing and then back to Gladwin in 1962. The former Eithel Smith, she was married to Wycliffe R. Knight on December 21, 1916, in Lansing. They owned and operated Knights Resort at Pratts Lake from 1945 to 1959.

Besides her husband, she is survived by one son, John R. of Gladwin; one daughter, Mrs. George (Ruth) Wise of Greenville; 2 brothers, Ira Smith of Lansing and Wilbur Smith of Shaftsburg; 5 grandchildren; and 6 great grandchildren.

Services were held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Robert Shoaff officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-20/1978 Column – 4 Page – 2.


HARRY A. KNIGHT (6 JUNE 1892 - 6 JUNE 1959) s/w Leona

ILLNESS FATAL TO HARRY KNIGHT

   Harry A. Knight, 66, of Sage Township, passed away Saturday morning, June 6, at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit following an illness of five weeks. Born at Scott, Ohio, on June 6, 1892, he moved with his parents to Sage Township at the age of five years. He spent most of his life on a farm and was engaged in a roofing business at the time of his death. On May 12, 1915, he was married to Leona Eagleson, of Sage Township. Mr. Knight was a member of Gladwin I.O.O.F. Lodge 177 and had acted as county chairman of the AAA Farm program for nine years.

   Surviving are his wife, Leona; his mother, Mrs. Belle Knight; two sons, Glen and Daniel, of Gladwin; three daughters, Mrs. Maxine Cassidy of Gladwin, Mrs. Helen Walters, of West Branch and Mrs. Geneva Elwood of Saginaw; four brothers, Carl of Gladwin, Alonzo of Flint, Dan of Houghton Lake, and Walter of Harrison; two sisters, Mrs. Jennie Koontz of Farwell and Mrs. Madaline Brink of St. Petersburg, Florida; and 18 grandchildren. Two children, Thelma and Jack, and one brother, Paul, preceded him in death.

   Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. R. E. Fogelsonger officiated and burial was in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-10/1959 Column - 3 Page - 1

INFANT KNIGHT

   KNIGHT.---Infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Knight was buried Jan. 4 in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated Gladwin County Record dated 01-11/1917 Column - 6 Page - 1


JOHN B. "JACK" KNIGHT (8 AUG 1929 - 25 JAN 1949)

 

 PLANE CRASH IS FATAL TO TWO TUESDAY

 

JOHN B. KNIGHT AND FREDERICK A. HEINZ LOSE LIVES WHEN THEIR PLANE CRASHES AND BURNES IN SECORD

 

   John B. Knight, 19, and Frederick Aldon Heinz, 20, both of Gladwin were killed about 4:15 p.m. Tuesday afternoon when their plane crashed and burned 15 miles northeast of Gladwin in Secord Township. Knight was piloting the plane, owned by Sutherland Bros. Flying Service, at the time of the crash. According to Hugh Sutherland, flying instructor, Knight had qualified for his private pilot's license with more than 60 hours of flying time. Heinz was with him as a passenger.

   In a statement to The Record this morning Sutherland said that a witness to the crash had reported that when he observed the plane it was doing tail spins. Sutherland said this was a violation of his instructions to the pilot, which were to fly straight and level within a six mile radius of the port and to practice take-offs and landings. The cloud ceiling, he said, was 1100 feet when the plane took to the air and did not permit any other manuevers. An altitude of 3500 feet with a low of 1500 is necessary to do a spin with safety, Sutherland stated.

   The plane was a new one, recently purchased by Sutherland Bros., who operate the municipal airport here. It was not insured. Double funeral services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home with the Rev. John Scott, of the Methodist church officiating. Heinz will be buried in Highland and Knight in Ridge cemetery. Young Knight is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Knight, of Sage Township. He was born August 8, 1929, and attended Gladwin high school. He served in the U.S. army and spent some time overseas.

   In addition to his parents he is survived by two brothers, Glen and Daniel; three sisters, Mrs. Maxine Cassidy, Mrs. Helen Walters, Mrs. Geneva Ellwood; and his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Norman Knight. Heinz is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry J. Heinz, of Glawin. After attending Gladwin high school he has been employed in his father's garage as a mechanic. He was born in Gladwin Sept. 23, 1928.

   He is survived by his parents; four brothers, Richard, Robert, James and Gerald; three sisters, Mrs. Mary Ann Kleiss, Joy and Barbara; both grandmothers, Mrs. Heinz and Mrs. Long. Gladwin County Record dated 01-26/1949 Column - 7 Page - 1

 

SERVICES HELD FOR JACK KNIGHT

 

   Jack B. Knight, 19, who was killed in a plane crash last week was born in Sage township on August 8, 1929, the son of Harry and Leona Knight. He attended the Gladwin high school until he enlisted in the U.S. Army on September 11, 1946. He was stationed on Okinawa for one year. Surviving, besides his parents, are two brothers, Glenn D. and Daniel H. of Gladwin; three sisters, Mrs. Maxine Cassiday, Mrs. Geneva Elwood of Gladwin and Mrs. Helen Walters of West Branch; also his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Norman Knight. Gladwin County Record dated 02-02/1949 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

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JAMES JASPER KNIGHT (16 FEB 1873 - 11 AUG 1935)

JAMES JASPER KNIGHT DIES AUGUST 11 AFTER ILLNESS

   Funeral services were held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. James Bender for her father, James Jasper Knight, Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, August 13. The prayer was offered and the hymns read by Rev. L. A. Ruegsegger. Rev. Grant L. Jordan gave the funeral address. The burial service took place at the Ridge cemetery.

   Mr. Knight was a son of Daniel H. and Catherine E. Knight, and was born February 16, 1873, in Scott, Ohio. The first 25 years of his life he lived in Ohio. He married Miss Sarah Ralston May 19, 1894. Four children were born to them, three dying in infancy. Mr. Knight and family went to the state of Washington in 1898. At the end of a year they returned East and came to Gladwin county, Michigan, where they have since lived the greater part of the time in Sage township. He had many friends and was known by the name of "Jap".

   He died Sunday, August 11, at 3 a.m. at the home of his daughter, Mrs. James Bender, having been in poor health a number of years. He is survived by his wife, his daughter, Mrs. Eva Bender, two grandchidlren, Dorothy and James Bender, five sisters and one brother, Mrs. L. M. Walters of Roscommon county, Miss Eva Knight of Saginaw, Mrs. R. P. Webb, Mrs. W. L. Snyder, Miss Laura Knight and Norman W. Knight of Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 08-14/1935 Column - 4 Page - 5


JOHN REX KNIGHT (16 JAN 1918 - 14 OCT 1993) m. 11 Aug 1939, s/w Maxine P.

John Rex Knight, 75, of Gladwin, died Thursday, Oct. 14, 1993, in the MidMichigan Regional Medical Center, Gladwin. He was born in Lansing on Jan. 18, 1918. Mr. Knight grew up in Lansing and worked at IMPCO Tool. He retired in 1972 from the U.S. Postal Service and moved to Gladwin. He was a avid bowler.

Mr. Knight and the former Maxine Chaffee were married Aug. 11,1939, in Lansing.

Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 daughters, Mrs. Elden (Rexine) Jolly of Heber, Ariz, and Mrs. Andy (Kathleen) Kepitis of Holt; one son, Butch of Gladwin; 6 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a sister.

Rites were held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Sisson Funeral Home. The Rev. Robert Marshall officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Cancer Society or the charity of one's choice. Gladwin County Record dated 10-20/1993 Column – 2 Page – 2.

Note: Headstone & Obituary gives different Birthdates….


LAURA ANN KNIGHT (28 OCT 1885 – 27 MAR 1956) Daughter

From the Gladwin County Record --- March 28, 1956

ILLNESS FATAL TO LAURA KNIGHT

Miss Laura Ann Knight, 70, passed away at her home Tuesday after several weeks illness. Miss Knight had been a resident of Gladwin county since 1898. She was born in Scott, Ohio, Oct. 28, 1885 and came to Gladwin with her folks who settled on a farm in Sage township. She attended Riley school. Miss Knight worked in the telephone office for a number of years and was a dressmaker for 30 years. She was a member of the Maccabees, Miss Knight died a week following her brother, Norman Knight.

Surviving are three sisters, Mrs. Ruby Snyder and Mrs. Mattie Webb of Gladwin and Mrs. Eva Strasburg of Saginaw. Funeral services will be held at Miner Funeral home Saturday at 2 p.m.with the Rev. Alfred Saulsbury officiating. Burial will be in Ridge cemetery.


LEONARD CARL KNIGHT (6 OCT 1924 - 16 OCT 1925)

KNIGHT

   Leonard Carl, aged one year, son of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Knigh, died Oct. 16 at their home at Sanford. Services were held at the M. E. church at Sanford Monday afternoon at one o'clock conducted by Rev. C. E. Peterson. Body was brought to Gladwin for burial in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-22/1925 Column - 5 Page – 4


MAXINE P. (CHAFFEE) KNIGHT (26 AUG 1922 - 28 SEP 1996) m. 11 Aug 1939, s/w John Rex

MAXINE P. KNIGHT

Maxine P. Knight, 74, of Gladwin, died Saturday, Sept. 28, 1996 at her home. Born Aug. 26, 1922 in Lansing, she worked for many years at Knapp's and the credit union. The former Maxine Chaffee married John Rex Knight Aug. 11, 1939 in Lansing. He preceded her in death Oct. 14, 1993.

Surviving are one son, Butch Knight of Gladwin; 2 daughters, Rexine and husband Elden Jolly of Heber, Ariz, and Kathleen and husband Andy Kepitls of Holt; 2 brothers, Harry D. Chaffee Jr. and Wayne E. Chaffee, both of Holt; 3 sisters, Virginia Gooley, Elizabeth Cheesebro and Helen Louise Chaffee, all of Lansing; 6 grandchildren; and 6 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one brother, Allen Chaffee; and one sister, Beverly VonHinken.

A private family service will be held. Memorials may be made to the American Lung Association or to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements were handled by the Sisson Funeral Home of Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 10-2/1996 Column – 3 Page – 7.


RILLA MAE (ROBERTS) KNIGHT (18 MARCH 1897 - 3 APRIL 1962) Mother, s/w Carl

RITES FRIDAY FOR MRS. RILLA KNIGHT

   Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday at the Free Methodist Church, Gladwin, for Mrs. Rilla Mae Knight, 65, who died Tuesday at the Midland Hospital following a long illness. The Rev. George K. Skene will officiate and the burial is in Ridge Cemetery. Born in Gladwin County on March 18, 1897, the former Rilla Mae Roberts was married to Carl Knight on Dec. 1, 1914, in Gladwin. They had lived at Sanford in the 1920's and the 1930's and at Flint and Houghton Lake before moving back to Gladwin in 1947 to make their home.

   Surviving are her husband, Carl; two daughters, Mrs. Hazel McMichael and Mrs. Evelyn Schulz, of Flint; three borthers, Wayne and Gordon Roberts, of Gladwin, and Martin, of Houghton Lake; a sister, Mrs. Beulah Moe, of Saginaw, 10 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Friends may call at the Miner Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 04-04/1962 Column - 3 Page – 1


SARAH ELLEN (RALSTON) KNIGHT (24 JAN 1876 – 9 FEB 1965)

From the Gladwin County Record --- February 10, 1965

RITES FRIDAY FOR MRS. SARAH KNIGHT

Services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home for Mrs. Sarah Ellen Knight, 89, who died Tuesday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. James Bender, in Gladwin. The former Sarah Ralston was born in Picqua Ohio, on Jan. 24, 1876, and had lived in Gladwin since 1898. She was married to James J. Knight on May 18, 1894 in Scott, Ohio. He preceded her in death.

Besides her daughter she is survived by three grandchildren, Mrs. Robert Krieg, of Grand Haven, Mrs. Nancy Glass, of Arlington, Va., and Army Sp5 James Bender, of Baumholder, Germany; and three sisters-in-law, Mrs. Martha Webb and Mrs. Ruby Snyder, of Gladwin, and Mrs. Kenneth Strasburg, of Saginaw.

The Rev. Ross Tracy will officiate and burial will be in Ridge Cemetery.


STANLEY WALLACE KNIGHT (17 JUNE 1918 – 24 JAN 1921)

STANLEY WALLACE KNIGHT

Stanley Wallace Knight, aged two years, seven months and eight days, son of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Knight, died Monday night, Jan. 24, 1921, at the home of his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Norman Knight, in Sage township. Gladwin County Record dated 1-27/1921 Column – 2 Page – 1.

WYCLIFFE R. KNIGHT (12 NOV 1896 – 15 OCT 1980) s/w Eithel A.

CLIFF KNIGHT

Wycliffe (Cliff) R. Knight, 83, of 130 W. Maple St., Gladwin, died Wednesday, Oct. 15, in the Clare Nursing Home. Born in Bay City on November 12, 1896, he came to Gladwin County when he was 10 years old. He moved to Lansing in 1915 and worked at Reo Motors for 8 years and at Oldsmobile for 6. He was also a real estate salesman for 10 years. In 1939 he returned to Gladwin and operated Knight's Resort at Pratts Lake from 1945 to 1959. He then worked for Industrial Metals in Lansing until 1962. Mr. Knight was a member of the Gladwin County Sportsmen's Club, Tittabawassee Conservation League and the Gladwin Free Methodist Church. He also served terms on the Sage Township Board and the Chappel Dam School Board. Mr. Knight and the former Eithel Smith were married December 21, 1916, in Lansing. She preceded him in death in December 12, 1978, in Gladwin.

Surviving are one son, John, of Gladwin; one daughter, Mrs. George (Ruth) Wise of Big Rapids; 3 sisters, Mrs. Marie Bennett of Lansing, Mrs. Evangeline Todd of Oklahoma City and Mrs. Ruby Arkema of Grand Rapids; 5 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

Services were held Saturday at 3:30 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Charles Allen officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-22/1980 Column – 3 Page – 2.

DANIEL KNAPP/KNOPF? (1863 – 13 MAR 1943)

We extend our sympathy to the bereaved wife and family of Daniel Knapp who died so suddenly last Wednesday afternoon and was buried Sunday Gladwin County Record dated 3-24/1943 Column - 4 Page - 2.

Note: Is this Daniel Knapp or Daniel Knopf, Obituary notice?

HENRIETTA KNOPF (14 APR 1869 – 18 DEC 1949)

Mrs. Henrietta Knopf, 80, passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Adolph Renas, in Gladwin township on Sunday, December 18.

Funeral services were held from the Round Lake Baptist church on Tuesday afternoon, with the Rev. Victor Prendinger, pastor of the church, officiating.  Burial was made in the Ridge cemetery.

Mrs. Knopf was born in Poland on April 14, 1869. She has been a resident of Gladwin county for the past 26 years. Mr. Knopf died on March 13, 1943.

Surviving are three sons, Adolph Knopf and Walter Knopf of Gladwin and Anthony Knopf of Detroit; one daughter, Mrs. Alma Renas of Gladwin; 10 grandchildren and five great grandchildren; two brothers, Gustave Knopf of Detroit and Adolph Knopf of Germany. Four children preceded her in death.

Pallbearers at the services were Gottlieb Wegner, Gustave Schmidt, Martin Schindler, Benjamin Penner and Julius and Henry Seipke. Gladwin County Record dated 12-21/1949 Column – 7 Page – 1.


OSCAR CLINTON KNOWLTON (11 JAN 1885 - 16 NOV 1974) s/w Susie M.

Oscar C. Knowlton, 89, of 3498 Eagleson Rd., Gladwin, died Saturday November 16, at a nursing home in Midland. Born in Paulding County, Ohio, January 11, 1885, he was a farmer and had been a resident of Gladwin County since 1901. Mr. Knowlton and the former Susie Bendle were married in Gladwin in 1909 and she died August 2, 1957.

   Surviving are 3 sons, Leslie of Gladwin, Walter of Saginaw and Floyd of Coleman; a daughter, Mrs. Dorothy Brien of Ithaca; a sister, Mrs. Horace (Nellie) Stickney of Gladwin; 12 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. Services were held Tuesday, at 2 p.m., at the Mathews Funeral Home with the Rev. Dale Hill officiating and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-20/1974 Column - 4 Page – 4


SUSIE M. (BENDLE) KNOWLTON (3 JULY 1890 - 2 AUG1957) s/w Oscar C.

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS. KNOWLTON

   Mrs. Susie Knowlton, 67, of Sage township, died at her home on Friday, August 2, after an illness of four weeks. Mrs. Knowlton, a lifelong resident of Gladwin county, was born in Gladwin on July 3, 1890. The former Miss Susie Bendle was married to Oscar Knowlton on February 24, 1909, in Gladwin. Surviving are her husband, Oscar; three sons, Walter, of Saginaw, Floyd, of Shepherd and Leslie, of Gladwin; one daughter, Mrs. Dorothy Brien, of Ithaca; one sister, Mrs. Harry Coffel, of Gladwin; and 12 grandchildren.

   Funeral services were held on Monday at 2:00 p.m. at the Riley Evangelical United Brethren Church. The Rev. Howard Somers officiated and burial was in Ridge cemetery. Pallbearers were John Wagar, Ben Williams, Reynold Kranich, Albert Klamer, Dean Ogg and Harry Knight. Gladwin County Record dated 08-07/1957 Column - 6 Page – 1


BERTHA A. (BOECK) KOCH (14 NOV 1914 – 15 DEC 1985)

BERTHA KOCH

Bertha A. Koch, 71, of 520 Bushong Rd., Gladwin, died Sunday, Dec. 15, in the Gladwin Area Hospital following a long illness. Born in Mt. Clemens Nov. 14, 1914, she came to Gladwin County in 1980 from Detroit. Mrs. Koch was a member of the Gladwin Assembly of God Church. The former Bertha Boeck, she was married to John Koch June 23, 1934.

Besides her husband, she is survived by one daughter, Gerry Nafozney of Roseville; one son, John of Detroit; and 3 brothers, Walter of California, Edward of Detroit and Art of Port Huron.

Rites were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Charles Booth officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-18/1985 Column – 4 Page – 2.


JOHN S. KOCH (10 AUG 1913 – 12 MAY 1990)

John S. Koch, 76, of 520 Bushong Dr., Gladwin, died Saturday May 12, 1990, in the Gladwin Pines Nursing Home after a long illness. Born in Detroit, Aug. 10, 1913, he moved to Gladwin County from Detroit in 1980. Mr. Koch was a test driver for Ford Motor Co. and retired in 1977.

Mr. Koch and the former Bertha Boeck were married, June 23,1934, in Detroit. She preceded him in death, Dec. 15, 1985. Surviving are one son, John of Gladwin; and one daughter, Gerry Nabozny of Roseville.

Rites were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Donald Roberts officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 5-16/1990 Column – 3 Page – 2.


ALICE BELLINGER KOONTZ (10 FEB 1899 - 30 MAY 1913) Daughter of Gilbert & Lottie Koontz

Alice B., died at the home of her parents Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Koontz, in Gladwin township, Friday morning at 12:30 of gangrenous appendicitis after an illnes of four days. Her disease was severe from the first and an operation was performed at the home Wednesday night by Doctors Tuppar and Scrafford of Bay City, assisted by Doctors Suylandt and Boulton, but human skill was ineffectual.

   She was 14 years, 3 months and 20 days old and was born in Gladwin township where she has spent all her short life. She was to have graduated from the seventh grade the night of her operation. She was a favorite at home and with all who knew her. She spent the afternoon before her illness calling on friends near her home. She was prepared to meet her God a __ with a submissive heart said: "I am not afraid"

   She is survived by her parents, two brothers, John and Elmer, and two sisters, Mrs. Fred Freier and Mabel Koontz, besides a large circle of relatives. Services were held at the Wagarville church Sunday morning at 10:30 Rev. F. G. Westphal, officiating. Interment in Ridge cemetery. The choir sang the favorite hymns of the little girl. An unusally large number of friends were present.

   "There is no death! The stars go down. To rise upon some fairer shore; And bright in Heaven's jeweled crown, They shine forever more." Gladwin County Record dated 06-05/1913 Column - 4 Page – 1


ANNA G. (YOUNG) KOONTZ (23 JUNE 1867 - 30 SEP 1943) Mother, s/w George

MRS. ANNA KOONTZ DIES HERE THURSDAY

   Mrs. Anna Koontz, 76, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Charles Oglestone, here Thursday following an extended illness. Funeral services were held at the Oglestone residence Sunday at 1:30 p.m. with Elder Haight, of Corunna, officiating. Burial was in Ridge cemetery. Ann Young was born near Fingol, Ontario, on June 23, 1867, and came to Michigan with her parents as a child. The family first settled in Sanilac county and later moved to Gladwin county.

   She was married here to George Koontz, of Gladwin, in 1882 and they settled on what is now the Elmer Koontz farm in Gladwin township living there until 1918 when they moved into Gladwin and bought the present Oglestone residence on East Cedar avenue. After her husband's death in 1923, Mrs. Koontz moved to Bay City buying a home at 245 Washington street. She remained there until three years ago when ill health forced her to dispose of the house and make her home with her daughters.

   Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Charles Oglestone, of Gladwin, and Mrs. W. E. Hause, of Bay City; two brothers, James Young of Gladwin, and Sam Stockton, of Beaverton; two sisters, Mrs. Lavera Demaray, of Bay City, and Mrs. Violet Partridge, of Flint; and three grandchildren, Lt. Wayne Oglestone, stationed with the U.S. Navy at Bainbridge, Maryland; Captain G.E. Hause, with the U.S. Army at Camp Stoneman, California; and Mrs. William Clark, of Bay City. Gladwin County Record dated 10-06/1943 Column - 7 Page – 1


CYRUS C. KOONTZ (4 APRIL 1863 - 3 JULY 1939) Father, s/w Maria S.

SERVICES HELD JULY 5 FOR CYRUS KOONTZ

   Services were held Wednesday, July 5, for Cyrus Koontz, who died at his home July 3, with Rev. Karl Keefer officiating. Mr. Koontz was born in Athens county, Ohio, on April 4, 1863. In 1873 he came with his brother, Gilbert Koontz, to Gladwin and bought the farm which he lived on at the time of his death. In March of 1878 he was married to Maria Susan Greer and to them were born five children, one of whom died in 1903.

   Surviving him are his wife, four children, Floyd E. of Lansing, Clarence E. of Gladwin, Ross C. and Mrs. Gladys Marie Eagleson also of Gladwin, a sister, Mrs. Dora Bellinger and a brother, Gilbert Koontz, 12 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-12/1939 Column - 5 Page – 1


ELMER GEORGE KOONTZ (2 NOV 1895 - 17 MAY 1991) s/w Jennie N.

ELMER KOONTZ

Elmer G. Koontz, 95, of 3126 Shell Rd., Gladwin, died Friday, May 17, 1991, in the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Gladwin. Born in Gladwin Township, Nov. 2, 1895, he had spent his lifetime here. He was one of the oldest members of the Wagarville United Methodist Church and was in the lumbering and Christmas tree business for 20 years. Mr. Koontz and the former Jennie Knight were married Dec. 1, 1914, in Gladwin. She preceded him in death Nov. 6, 1975.

Surviving are one son, Floyd of Gladwin; one daughter, Mrs. Robert (Lucille) Whisler of Gladwin; 3 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a grandson, Michael Whisler, 5 sisters and a brother.

Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Wayne Jensen officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Wagarville United Methodist Church. Gladwin County Record dated 5-22/1991 Column – 4 Page – 2.


GEORGE KOONTZ (14 APRIL 1854 - 20 JUNE 1923) Father, s/w Anna

George Koontz was born in New Lexington, Ohio, April 14, 1854, and departed this life at his home in Gladwin, June 20, 1923. He came to Michigan in the fall of 1876, and in 1877 homesteaded 160 acres in Gladwin township, eight miles north and east of Gladwin, where he made a fine farm, with spacious house, large barns, etc., which was the family residence until five years ago. Only a few of the pioneers of those early days remain. He was united in marriage to Anna Young, April 30, 1882, to which union two daughters were born. The wedding took place at the old Section Eight schoolhouse, and the cermony was performed by the pioneer preacher, Rev. I. C. Smallwood.

   He was converted 30 years ago in Crusade meetings held in the Wagarville church by the 12th Michigan Crusade Band, afterwards uniting with the church in which he was converted and remained a faithful member until the time of his death. He leaves to mourn his loss, a wife, two daughters, Mrs. Chas. Oglestone of Gladwin and Mrs. Wm. Hause of Bay City; three grandchildren; two brothers, Gilbert of Bay City, and Cyrus of Gladwin; and three sisters, Mrs. Geo. Bile of Barberton, Ohio, Mrs. Henry Waters and Mrs. Roscoe Bellinger of Gladwin.

   Funeral services were held Sunday, June 24, in Gladwin, conducted by Rev. T. J. Clemens and Rev. Smith, with interment in Ridge cemetery. Among those coming from a distance to attend the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Koontz of Lansing, Mr. and Mrs. A. Buchanan and Geo. Thompson of Saginaw, Mr. and Mrs. Wm Partridge of Flint, Mr. and Mrs. O. A. Peters of Bay City, Mr. and Mrs. James Demaray of Bentley, Mrs. Lina Hause of Mt. Forest, and Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Boman and Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Good of Rhodes, Mich. Gladwin County Record dated 06-28/1923 Column - 5 Page – 5


GILBERT E. KOONTZ (7 MAY 1858 - 13 JULY 1942)

SERVICES THURSDAY FOR G.E. KOONTZ

   Gilbert E. Koontz, 84, pioneer Gladwin township resident, died suddenly at his home in Wagarville Monday morning. Although Mr. Koontz's health had been failing for some time he was able to be about his home Sunday. He attended church in the morning and an old friend from Bay City had Sunday dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Koontz. Sunday afternoon he had spent in visiting one of the neighbors. Not being able to lie down at night. Mr. Koontz slept in his chair and death came to him while sleeping.

   Born in Zanesville, Ohio, on May 7, 1858. Mr. Koontz was married to Miss Lottie Bellinger on April 23, 1882. They were the parents of seven children, five of whom preceded their father in death. After their marriage Mr. and Mrs. Koontz bought a farm of 80 acres in the wilds, a mile east of Wagarville and together they started their home and built a house from lumber hewed from the trees on their own place. In spite of hardships of these early days, the couple lived a happy and useful life.

   Always active in the church, Mr. Koontz was converted under the Crusader 50 years ago. He was an active member of the Wagarville church, served on the official board and was one of the trustees. He was always in church when health permitted and his presence was an inspiration to others.

   Surviving are Mrs. Koontz; a son, Elmer; and a daughter, Mrs. Fred Freier, all of Gladwin township; 15 grand-children and 15 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Wagarville Church by the Rev. C. H. Wood, of the Saginaw Free Methodist Church, and the Rev. Harold Parkinson, of the Beaverton Nazarene Church. Burial will be in the family lot in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-15/1942 Column - 3 Page – 1


JENNIE F. (DIFFIN) KOONTZ (11 OCT 1887 - 24 JUNE 1973)

Jennie F. Koontz, 85, died Sunday, June 24, at Flint Osteopathic Hospital. Services were held Wednesday at Reigle Funeral Home, Clio Road. Burial was that afternoon in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin.

   Mrs. Koontz was born in Taymouth Township Oct. 11, 1887. She was married to John G. Koontz in 1904 and he preceded her in death in 1922. She left Gladwin in 1923 and had since made her home in Flint. Surviving are a son and daughter, both of Flint; 2 sisters, Mrs. Gladys Fackler of Gladwin and Mrs. Carrie Kitchen of Pontiac. Gladwin County Record dated 07-04/1973 Column - 3 Page – 2


JENNIE NOREEN (KNIGHT) KOONTZ (11 DEC 1897 - 6 NOV 1975) s/w Elmer G.

Mrs. Jennie N. Koontz, 77, o 3126 Shell Rd., Gladwin Township, died Thursday, November 6, at Saginaw General Hospital. Born December 11, 1897, in Paulding County, Ohio, she came to Gladwin County as a child with her parents, Norman and Belle Hoy Knight. She and Elmer Koontz were married December 1, 1914, in Gladwin at the parsonage of the Gladwin Methodist Church, and celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary December 14, 1974. They have resided at their farm home in Gladwin Township since 1917.

   Surviving are her husband, Elmer; a son, Floyd of Gladwin; and a daughter, Mrs. Robert (Lucille) Whisler of Gladwin; 2 brothers, Alonzo Knight of Flint and Walter Knight of Flint; 4 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. at Mathews Funeral Home with the Rev. Wayne D. Jensen officiating. Interment was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11 12 1975 Column - 5 Page – 2


JOHN GILBERT KOONTZ (17 NOV 1883 - 24 NOV 1922)

John G. Koontz was born Nov. 17, 1883, in Gladwin township and died Nov. 24, 1922, at his home, 3/4 mile east of Wagarville. He grew to manhood in Gladwin county and March 12, 1905, he was married to Jennie Diffin. To this union were born two children, Grace Marie, now attending Gladwin high school, and Fay A. at home. John had an operation for appendicitis four years ago and has not enjoyed good health since. He leaves his wife and two daughters, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Koontz, one brother and two sisters, Mrs. Fred Frier and Elmer of Gladwin, and Mrs. Mabel Armstrong of Pontiac; and his grandmother, Mrs. Alice Bellinger of Wagarville.

   Funeral services were held in the Wagarville M. E. church, of which church he was a member, the funeral being conducted by Rev. Charles Peterson, the pastor. the Gladwin choir rendered music. The following from out of the county were in attendance at the funeral: Mrs. Mabel Armstrong, Pontiac; Mr. and Mrs. Frank Kitchen, Toledo, Ohio; Mr. and Mrs. Hause; Bay City; Hugh Grant, Miss Euphemia Grant, Miss Bessie Shirk, Birch Run, Mich.; Grace Perrel Montrose, Mich. Gladwin County Record dated 11-30/1922 Column - 5 Page – 5


LOTTIE R. (BELLINGER) KOONTZ (4 SEP 1863 - 2 DE 1947)

MRS. KOONTZ DIES AFTER ILLNESS

   Mrs. Lottie Koontz, 84, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Fred Frier, in Gladwin township, on Tuesday, December 2, after an illness of about a month. Funeral services will be held on Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Wagarville Methodist church, with a short prayer service at the residence at 1:30. The Rev. Leonard Washmuth and Rev. John Miller will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge cemetery. Mrs. Koontz may be seen at the Reigle Funeral Home until 9 o'clock in the morning the day of the funeral.

   Lottie Bellinger was born in New York State in 1863, and came to Gladwin with her parents when she was 7 years old. She spent all her life on a farm. In April 23, 1882 she was married to Gilbert Koontz in Gladwin. She and Mr. Koontz celebrated their sixtieth wedding anniversary in 1942. Mr. Koontz has since passed away. Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Verna Frier of Gladwin; one son, Elmer Koontz of Gladwin; a sister, Mrs. Essel Wagar of Gladwin; a brother, George Bellinger, of California; 14 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 12-03/1947 Column - 3 Page – 1


LUE KOONTZ (25 MAY 1889 - 22 JULY 1889)  Daughters of Gilbert & Lottie, s/w Lulu
LULU KOONTZ (25 MAY 1889 - 26 JULY 1889) Daughters of Gilbert & Lottie, s/w Lue
MABLE TESSA KOONTZ (20 MAY 1896 - 10 JULY 1903) Daughter of Cyrus E. & M. Koontz,


MARIA SUSANNE (GREER) KOONTZ (12 MARCH 1870 - 6 MAY 1931) Mother, s/w Cyrus C.

Mrs. Cyrus Koontz died Wednesday morning, May 6, 1931, at her home in Gladwin township after an illness of eight months. Maria Susan Greer was born March 12, 1870, at Lindsey, Ontario, and was 61 years, 1 month nd 25 days old. When she was 11 years old the family moved to this county and located in Glawin township. She was married to Cyrus Koontz in 1888.

   Five children, Floyd E. Koontz, now of Lansing, Clarence, Mabel, who died in May 1903, Ross and Gladys were born to them. She is survived by her husband, her four children, three brothers, Fred Greer in California, James and Adelbert of Gladwin. Funeral services were held at the Methodist church at Wagarville Friday afternoon, May 8, conducted by Rev. William Haskins. Burial took place in the family plat at Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-14/1931 Column - 4 Page – 1


EMIL KRAHNER (23 MARCH 1900 - 7 APRIL 1982)

Emil Krahner, 82, 4049 Pratts Lake, Gladwin, died Wednesday at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor after an illness. He was born in Germany on March 23, 1900, and came to the United States in 1901. He came to the Gladwin area in 1913 from St. Joseph. He married the former Florence Chard in Detroit June 25, 1924. She survives him.

Mr. Krahner worked as a tool and die maker and operated a blacksmith shop in Gladwin for many years, and was a carpenter and builder. He was a member of Allen Park Masonic Lodge Key 580 F& AM.

Besides his wife, he leaves sons, Keith Krahner of Orchard Lake, and Warren Krahner of Holly; daughters, Mrs. Charles (Evelyn) Hunt of Houston, and Mrs. Merle (Shirley) Picard of Taylor; 17 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; brothers Edward Krahner, Harry Krahner and William Krahner all of Gladwin.

A Masonic funeral services will be conducted by the Gladwin Masonic Lodge 397 F& AM from the Mathews Funeral Home Saturday at 11 a.m. with burial in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. MDN 4-9-1982.
FLORENCE MERETTA (CHARD) KRAHNER (24 MARCH 1901 - 12 MARCH 1996)

Florence M. Krahner, 94, of Gladwin, died Tuesday, March 12, 1996 at the Gladwin Nursing Home. Born March 24, 1901 in Cordova Mines, Ontario, Canada, she moved to Gladwin in 1970 from Taylor. The former Florence Chard married Emil Krahner June 25, 1924 in Detroit. He preceded her in death April 7, 1982.

Surviving are one son, Warren and wife Marjorie of Gladwin; 2 daughters, Evelyn and husband Charles Hunt of Houston, Texas, and Shirley and husband Merle Beard of Gladwin; one brother, Charles Chard of Cordova Mines, Ontario, Canada; one sister, Thelma Pressick of Cordova Mines, Ontario, Canada,; 16grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one son, Keith Krahner, 3 sisters and 2 brothers.

Services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday from the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin. The Rev. Deane Wyllys officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Gladwin County Record dated 3-10/1996 Column – 5 Page – 7.

KEITH EMIL KRAHNER (21 MARCH 1925 - 18 MAY 1984)

Keith Emil Krahner, 59, of Orchard Lake, died Friday, May 18, in Pontiac General Hospital. He was born in Detroit on March 21, 1925. A veteran of World War II, he was a mechanic in the tool and die industry. Surviving are his mother, Mrs. Florence Krahner of Gladwin; 5 children, Emily Pendergast of Utah, Virginia, Bertl of Stanwood, Kimberly of Orchard Lake, Edward of California and Kenneth of Florida; one brother, Warren of Holly; 2 sisters, Evelyn Hunt of Texas and Shirley Picard of Taylor; and 6 grandchildren.Rites were held Sunday at 1 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Robert Brown officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-23/1984 Column - 5 Page - 2

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ADELLA (GATZ) KRANICH (6 AUG 1894 – 12 APR 1930) Mother, s/w Marvin E. & Palmer L.

MRS. ARTHUR KRANICH

Adella Gatz was born in Detroit Aug. 6, 1894, and died April 12, 1930, after three week's illness, at the age of 35 years, 8 months and 6 days. She came to Gladwin with her parents in 1903. She was saved and baptized in November, 1894, and was a faithful member of the Baptist church at Round lake. She rejoiced in her Savior until the end. Some of her last words were, "I am going home to Jesus, Jesus is my all in all." The last hymn she sang while sick was "He Will Hide Me."

She was united in marriage to Arthur Kranich June 10, 1921. To this union were born five children of whom Marvin Earl and Palmer Loren preceded her in death. She leaves her husband, three children, Evelyn Ruth, Arwilda Bernice and Grace Elenore, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Gatz, two sisters, Mrs. Henry Steinkraus and Mrs. Hiram Tappen of Gladwin, two brothers, Gust and Henry of Detroit, and a host of relatives and friends who mourn departure. Her remains will be laid in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 4-17/1930 Column – 4 Page – 1.


MARVIN EARL KRANICH (2 JULY 1925 – 8 JULY 1925) Son, s/w Adella & Palmer L.

Marvin Earl, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Kranich, died July 8, aged six days. Services were held July 9 conducted by Rev. P. F. Schilling. Interment in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 7-16/1925 Column – 4 Page – 5.


PALMER LOREN KRANICH (25 MARCH 1930 – 29 MAR 1930) Son, s/w Adella & Marvin

Loren, son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Kranich, was born March 25, and died March 29. Burial took place at Ridge cemetery March 31. Gladwin County Record dated 4-3/1930 Column – 4 Page – 5.



ELLA ANNA KRAUSE (16 DEC 1888 - 22 APRIL 1935)

Miss Ella Krause

Funeral services will be held for Miss Ella Krause at the Round Lake church Thursday at 2 p. m. Miss Krause is a daughter of Michael Krause of Butman township and died April 22 of influenza. Gladwin County Record dated 4-24/1935 Column – 2 Page – 1.

GOTTFRIED FREDERICK KRAUSE (25 JULY 1840 – 23 JAN 1936) s/w Catherine, and Richard, Olga & Richard A. Endert

Gottrfried Krause

Rev. Bernard C. Roth held funeral services Friday afternoon, January 31, for Gottfried Krause. Burial was at the Ridge, cemetery.

Mr. Krause, son of Yohann and Anna Krause, was born July 25, 1840, in Russia. He married Miss Katherine Yerke May 8, 1861. Mrs. Krause died July 31, 1927.

In 1900 Mr. and Mrs. Krause came to the United States. After a stay of two years, in Cleveland, Ohio, they came to Gladwin county, Michigan, which has since been their home. He died January 28 at his home in Sherman township.

He is survived by two sons and one daughter, Samuel Krause of Canada, Michael Krause and Mrs. Eva Busch of Gladwin, 29 grandchildren and 40 great grandchildren. Three children preceded him in death. Gladwin County Record dated 2-5/1936 Column – 3 Page – 5.

 

GRACE M. KRAUSE (21 SEP 1905 – AUG 1984)

KATHERINE KRAUSE (1840 – 31 JULY 1927) s/w Gottfried, & Richard, Olga & Richard A. Endert

Mrs. Katherine Krause died July 31, 1927 at the home of her granddaughter, Mrs. Richard Endert, in Butman township. She was aged 86 years, nine months and 18 days.

Funeral services were held August 3 at the Lutheran church at Oberlin conducted by Rev. Bernard Roth. Burial in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-4/1927 Column – 3 Page – 4.



MARY ANN “MARIE” KRAUSE (15 AUG 1859 – 1 JULY 1949) s/w Michael J.

Mrs. Marie Krause

Mrs. Marie Krause, 89, passed away at the home of her niece, Mrs. Theodore Bush, in Sherman township on Friday, July 1. Funeral services were held from the Round Lake Baptist church on Monday afternoon with the Rev. Victor Prendinger officiating. Burial was in the Ridge cemetery.

Mrs. Krause was born in Germany on August 15, 1859, and was married there to Michael Krause, who passed away in 1940. She has been a resident in the county for about 46 years, coming here from Cleveland, Ohio.

Surviving are five daughters, Hilda D. of Juneau, Alaska, Martha Stuebe, Emily Velso and Elsie Cripps, all of Cleveland, Ohio, and Lydia Brooks, of Lodi, Ohio; one brother, Fred Rohloff, of Butman township; also 14 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 7-6/1949 Column – 7 Page – 1.


MICHAEL JACOB KRAUSE (29 FEB 1864 – 1 JAN 1940) s/w Marie

Pioneer Butman Resident Dies New Year's Day

Michael Krause died at his home in Butman township, January 1. Michael Krause was born February 29, 1864 in Germany. He was married to Mary Rohloff June 9, 1886 and to them was born several children, two preceding him in death.

Mr. and Mrs. Krause moved to this country in April of 1895 and settled in Cleveland, Ohio, where they lived for four years before coming to Gladwin county where they settled on a farm in Butman township. Mr. Krause was founder of the Round Lake Sunday School and a charter member of the Round Lake Baptist Church.

Surviving him are his wife, five daughters, Miss Hilda Krause of Juneau, Alaska, Mrs. Mary Stuebe, Mrs. Emily Voelzow, Mrs. Lydia Paad and Mrs. Elsie Cripps of Cleveland, Ohio, a brother, Samuel of Alberta, Canada, and a sister Mrs,. Eva Busch, of Oberlin.

Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1 p. m. at the home and at 1:30 p. m. at the Round Lake Baptist Church with the Rev. Leo Gassner officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 1-3/1940 Column – 3 Page – 5.


CHARLEY KREGEAR (1863 – 24 JULY 1904) s/w Margaret
FRANK W. KREGEAR (11 AUG 1891 – JUNE 1970)
MARGARET KREGEAR (1873 - 1932) s/w Charley
JACOB KROEKER (1866 - 1954) s/w Marie
MARIE KROEKER (12 JUNE 1869 – 27 APR 1949) s/w Jacob

Services Held for Mrs. Kroeker

Mrs. Marie Kroeker, 79, passed away at her home in Harrison on Wednesday, April 27, after an illness of three months. Funeral services were held at the Round Lake Baptist church on Sunday with the Rev. V. H. Prendinger officiating. Burial was in the Ridge cemetery.

Mrs. Kroeker was born on June 12, 1869 in Russia, and was married to Jacob Kroeker on January 17, 1892, with whom she came to America in May, 1902. They settled in Harvey, North Dakota, one year later moving to Hepburn, Saskatchewan, Canada, where they lived for 20 years. In 1923 they moved to Gladwin; after three years they went to St. Joseph, returning to Harrison in 1941.

Surviving are her husband, Jacob; three sons, Henry and Jake of Vancouver, British Columbia, and Cornelius, of Harrison; one daughter, Anna Appleget, of Mishawaka, Indiana. One daughter died in infancy. Gladwin County Record dated 5-4/1949 Column – 5 Page – 1.


EDNA ANNA (LANGE) KROMPETZ (1919 - ?) s/w William
WILLIAM KROMPETZ (27 JUNE 1902 – 5 JULY 1968) s/w Edna

Services Held for Mr. Krompetz

William Krompetz, 66, of Gladwin Township, died suddenly Friday. Born in Poland on June 27, 1902, he came to Gladwin County 64 years ago. He was a farmer. Mr. Krompetz was married to Edna Lange on May 13, 1940, in Gladwin.

Besides his wife, he is survived by two daughters; Mrs. Delores Reid of Gladwin and Mrs. Geraldine Lange of Scarboro, Ont.; One brother, Walter Krompetz of Gladwin; one sister, Mrs. Alvina Fenske of Beaverton; and one grandchild.

Rites were  held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Miner Chapel. John Pruner officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 7-10/1968 Column – 5 Page – 1.

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CLARENCE LA BEAN (1913 – 14 JUNE 1921) s/w Helen, Elizabeth & Daniel

 

BOY DROWNED IN CEDAR

 

Seven-Year Old Son of Mrs. Elizabeth LaBean Loses Life While

Swimming

 

Clarence LaBean, seven-year old son of Mrs. Elizabeth LaBean, was accidentally drowned Tuesday afternoon while swimming in the Cedar river north of town over the line in Sage township. Three of his older brothers were with him, but all were poor swimmers and the boy drowned before help could reach him. It was several hours before the body was recovered from the water, and taken to the undertaking rooms of Rogers & Neely.

 

Services were held at the Church of Sacred Heart Thursday morning conducted by Rev. Charles VanColen followed by interment in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 6-16/1921 Column – 6 Page – 1.


DANIEL LA BEAN (1876 - 1920) s/w Helen, Elizabeth and Clarence

 

The body of Dan Labean of Secord was brought from Flint yesterday. He has been a resident of that locality for many years, and leaves a wife and nine children. Gladwin County Record dated 2-5/1920 Column – 3 Page – 5.


ELIZABETH LA BEAN (1880 – 14 FEB 1936) s/w Helen, Clarence & Daniel

 

MRS. ELIZABETH LA BEAN

 

Services were held at St. Agnes church, Flint, Tuesday morning for Mrs. Elizabeth La Bean and the body brought to Gladwin for burial at the Ridge cemetery. Mrs. La Bean, who died February 14 in Flint, was a former resident of Secord township. Gladwin County Record dated 2-19/1936 Column – 5 Page – 5.


HELEN LA BEAN (1919 – 25 FEB 1936) s/w Elizabeth, Clarence & Daniel

 

Helen LaBean

 

Helen LaBean, 18, died at Flint Tuesday, February 25. Services were held Friday, February 28, at

St. Agnes church, Flint, and the body was brought to Gladwin where burial services were held at Ridge cemetery. She is a daughter of Mrs. Elizabeth LaBean, who died February 14. They are

former residents of Secord township. Gladwin County Record dated 3-4/1936 Column – 1 Page – 8.

 

INFANT LA BEAN

 

LA BEAN --- The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dan La Bean, Secord, Oct. 12. Burial in Ridge cemetery Monday. Gladwin County Record dated 10-17/1918 Column - 4 Page - 5

 

ABRAHAM LAKE (20 MARCH 1825 - 18 MARCH 1905) Aged 80 years

 

Abraham Lake of Gladwin township died of apoplexy Saturday, March 18. Services were held at the house, conducted by Elder Goheen, and remains interred in Gladwin township cemetery Monday, March 20.

 

Deceased was 80 years old, and leaves a wife and five children to mourn his loss. Elder Goheen will preach a funeral sermon at the home of William Garbet, Sunday, March 25, 10 a. m., and one at the Saints church in Butman at 2 p.m. Gladwin County Record dated 3-24/1905 Column – 4 Page – 5.


CHARLES H. LAKE (23 FEB 1860 - 4 FEB 1949)

 

 CHAS LAKE BURIED HERE SUNDAY

 

   Charles H. Lake, 88, passed away at the Bay City Convalescent Home last Friday, February 4, following an illness of several months. Funeral services were held on Sunday afternoon at the Hall Funeral Home, with Elder George White of the Gladwin Latter Day Saints church officiating. Burial was in Ridge cemetery.

   Mr. Lake was born in Ontario, Canada, on February 23, 1860. He settled on a farm in Gladwin township in 1899, and lived there until about five years ago. Surviving are one son, Lloyd Lake, of Midland, and three grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 02-09/1949 Column - 5 Page - 1


MARY JANE (SIMMONS) LAKE (4 APRIL 1866 - 17 FEB 1905)

 

LAKE.

 

Mary Jane, wife of Charles Lake of Gladwin township, died of diabetes mellitus Feb. 17.

Deceased was born in Ontario and was 39 years old. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Thos. Goheen and remains buried in Gladwin township cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 2-24/1905 Column – 3 Page – 1.


LEROY M. LANDSKROENER (10 SEP 1908 - 6 APRIL 1977) s/w Una O.

 

Hay Township Supervisor LeRoy M. Landskroener, 68, died Friday at the Gladwin Nursing Home. Mr. Landskroener was born in Saginaw on Sept. 10, 1908. He was married to Una Beamish on Nov. 16, 1929. They moved to Gladwin in April 1935, where he owned and operated Landskroenre Meat Market and Grocery until his retirement in 1973. He was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church.

 

He is survived by his wife, Una; a son, Robert of Gladwin; a daughter, Mrs. Delbert (Myrna) Schultz of Grand Blanc; a brother, Stuart of Saginaw; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

 

Services will be at 3:30 p.m. Monday at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Gladwin. The Rev. Herbert Biermann will officiate. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Friends may call at the Matthews Funeral Home after 7 p.m. today. MDN dated 4-9-1977 Page – 7.


UNA O. (BLAMISH) LANDSKROENER (13 NOV 1909 - 24 MARCH 1985) s/w Leroy M.

 

Una O. Landskroner, 75, of 140 Lakeview, Gladwin, died Sunday, March 24, in the Gladwin Area Hospital after a long illness. Born in Saginaw Nov. 13, 1909, she came to Gladwin County in 1935. She was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church, past president Ladies Aide, a member of the Literary Guild and the Oco Bridge Club. She and her husband operated Landskroener Meat Market for many years. The former Una Beamish, she was married to Leroy Landskroener Nov. 16, 1929, in Saginaw. He preceded her in death April 6, 1977. Surviving are one son, Robert of Gladwin; one daughter, Mrs. Myrna Schultz of Gladwin; one brother, Glen Blamish of Tawas; (?) grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Services were held Tuesday at 1 a.m. from Our Savior Lutheran Church. The Rev. Donald Dengler officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 03-27/1985 Column - 5 Page – 2


REBECCA DIANNE (WILLIAMS) LANG (16 FEB 1955 - 4 JULY 1974)

 

REBECCA LANG

 

Mrs. Rebecca (Becky) D. Lang, of 300 S. Silverleaf St., Gladwin, died suddenly at her home Thursday, July 4, of a cerebral hemorrhage. Born February 16, 1955, in Bogalusa, Louisiana, she was married to James R. Lang March 3, 1973, in Bogalusa. They had been residents of

Gladwin since March of this year.

 

Surviving are her husband, James; a son, Joshua Craig, 2 years; a daughter, Christina Danielle, 7 months; her mother Mrs. Ouida Williams a brother and a sister, a step-brother and a step-sister, all of Bogalusa.

 

Services were held Monday at 2 p.m. at Mathews Funeral Home with the Rev. Winston Decker officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 7-10/1974 Column – 6 Page – 2.

 
CAROLINE (KRAUSE) LANGE (1868 – 27 OCT 1934) Mother,

 

MRS. CAROLINE LANGE

 

Rev. Bernard Roth conducted services for Mrs. Caroline Lange at her home in Sherman township and at the Lutheran church at Oberlin Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 30, followed by burial at Ridge cemetery.

 

Mrs. Lange, a former resident of Sherman township, was 66 years old and died at her home in Detroit October 27. The body was brought to Gladwin for burial. Gladwin County Record dated 10-31/1934 Column – 5 Page – 5.

 
CHRISTIAN LANGE (25 MARCH 1862 – 14 JAN 1930)

 

CHRISTIAN LANGE

 

Cristian Lange died Jan. 14, 1930, at his home in Butman township of heart trouble. Mr. Lange was born March 25, 1862, in Russia, and was 67 years, 9 months and 19 days old. He came to United States about 36 years ago, and located in Connecticut. Later Mr. Lange and family came to Michigan, and located on a farm in Butman township, this county, where they have lived 27 years.

 

He is survived by his wife, four daughters, Mrs. C. Wayman, Mrs. A. Roberts of Detroit, Mrs. John Schuster of Wayne and Miss Elsie Lange at home and one son, August Lange of

Detroit.

 

Mr. Lange was a member of the Lutheran church at Oberlin where funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon, Jan. 15, at 2 o'clock, conducted by Rev. Bernard Roth, followed by burial at Ridge. Gladwin County Record dated 1-16/1930 Column – 4 Page – 1.

 

HENRY LANGE (? - ?) s/w Pauline, Rudolph & William,
PAULINE LANGE (? - ?) s/w Henry, Rudolph & William,
RUDOLPH LANGE (? - ?)  s/w Henry, Pauline & William,
WILLIAM LANGE (? - ?) s/w Henry, Pauline & Rudolph,
DONNA (STUCK) LAPAN (1929 - 1950)  
NEITHANNUL LASH (1994 - 1994)
JILL LEDDY (? - 1965)

 

ELAINA MARIE LEE (4 MARCH 2004 - 20 APRIL 2004)

Elaina Marie Lee of Gladwin died April 20, 2004 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Gladwin following a sudden illness. She was born March 4, 2004 to Donald and Angela Lee of West Branch. Surviving are her parents; her brother Cayden Lee of Clare; her sister Ashlyn Lee of Gladwin; half brother Dylan Lee of Arizona; grandparents, Dave and Rosie Lee of Gladwin, Tonya Shorts of Gladwin, Craig and Patricia Doan of Gladwin, Brian Cantley of Gladwin, and Joseph Lee of Flint; great grandparents, Marlene Shannon of Washington, Margaret Fres of Gladwin, Donald and Janie Cowell of Gladwin, Sherman and Becky Lee of Gladwin, and Edna Florida of Flint; uncles, Jason Lee and Morgan Lee, both of Gladwin, and Timothy Lee of Idaho; and special friends of the family, Tamra Carr and Autumn Carr, both of Clare, and Steve and Steven Good, and Walter and JoAn Good, all of Gladwin. She is predeceased by her great grandmother, Evelyn Lee.

Funeral services were held Friday, April 23, 2004 at Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin, with pastors David Sprang and Brad Withrow officiating. Burial took place in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin.


EVELYN M. (DEROCHER) LEE (7 MAY 1927 – 13 NOV 1995) s/w Sherman

 

EVELYN M. LEE

 

Evelyn M. Lee, 68, of Gladwin, died Monday, Nov. 13, 1995 at her home. Born May 7, 1927 in Flint, she came to Gladwin in 1973 and worked for 16 years at Gladwin Manufacturing before retiring in 1989. The former Evelyn DeRocher married Sherman Lee Sept. 9, 1950 in Angola, Ind.

 

Besides her husband, she is survived by David and wife Rosie, and Terry and wife Debra, all of Gladwin; one daughter, Janet and husband Ronald Collins of Beaverton; her mother, Lorraine DeRocher of Mt. Morris; one brother, Raymond DeRocher of Frankenmuth; 2 sisters. Gerry Pomroy of Mt. Morris, and Dorothy Cronover of Traverse City; 4 grandchildren; 3 step grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and one step great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her father, Lewis DeRocher.

 

Rites will be held at 1 p.m. today (Wednesday) from the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin. The Rev. Father Jules Spleet will officiate and burial will be in the Ride Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-15/1995 Column – 4 Page – 7.


SHERMAN LEE (1927 - ?) s/w Evelyn M.


LEWIS L. LEHMAN (14 AUG 1914 - 7 FEB 1980)

 

Lewis L. Lehman, 65, of 339 South M-18, Gladwin, died, Thursday, Feb. 7, in the Midland Hospital Center. Born in Logan, Ohio, on August 14, 1914, he came to Gladwin County in 1935. Mr. Lehman was employed as a truck driver for Sun Oil Company until retiring in 1971 after 33 years with the company. He was married to the former Elva Wilson on March 8, 1974.

Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 stepsons, John and Gary Swarts of Clare; 5 sisters, Mrs. Beatrice Nixon of Logan, Ohio, Mrs. Sarah Todd of Newaygo, Mrs. Frances Doak of Ravenna, Ohio, Mrs. Esther Dawley of Gladwin and Mrs. Ruth Joslin of Columbus, Ohio; and 2 grandsons. Services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Henry Rose officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-13/1980 Column - 4 Page - 2


PAULINE M. LEHMAN (30 SEP 1916 – 31 MAR 2002)

 

Pauline May Lehman, 85, passed away Sunday, March 31, 2002 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Gladwin.
She was born in Clarksburg, West Virginia on September 30, 1916 to the late William and Geneva (Dearth) Shultz. She lived in Gladwin for over 60 years and worked as a clerk for the Gladwin Hardware. She attended the Gladwin Free Methodist Church.
She is survived by 1 brother, William Shultz of Hillsdale; 2 sisters, Kathleen (Jack) Long of Mt. Pleasant and Martha (Clifford) Emrick of Midland; 2 sister-in-laws, Joann Shultz of Punta Gorda, Florida and Florence Shultz of Lansing; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by 2 brothers, Charles and Eugene Shultz.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, April 5, 2002 at the Sisson Funeral Home with Rev. Phillip Hortop presiding with burial in Ridge Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday from 2-8 p.m. and on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of services. The family requests memorials to be made out to “Wishes of the Family” and a charity will be decided at a later time.

 


AUBREY R. LEININGER (1911 - 10 NOV 1940)

 

Services Held Tuesday for Aubrey Leininger

 

Funeral services for Aubrey R. Leininger, who was instantly killed Sunday, November 10, when his car was forced off the highway by an oncoming car, striking a culvert abutment, near Emmett, were held at 10 a. m. Tuesday at the home of his brother, Harry Leininger, near Yale. Rev. L. W. Bishop of the Methodist Presbyterian church of Yale officiated with burial at the Ridge cemetery in Gladwin.

 

Mr. Leininger, who had been living in Yale for the past ten years, was maintenance man in the Yale Woolen Mills. Previous to his employment in the mill he worked in Detroit, where his parents, had moved from their farm in Gladwin township, when hewas twelve years of age.

 

Surviving him are his wife, Mrs. Marie Leininger, parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Lenininger of Detroit, three brothers, Herbert of Gladwin, Harry, Jr., of Yale and Thomas of Detroit, four sisters, Mrs. C. S. Bliss of West Branch, Mrs. George Dennings of Gladwin, Miss Fleda Leininger of Detroit and Mrs. George Rasch of Yale. Gladwin County Record dated 11-13/1940 Column – 4 Page – 5.


HARRIET A. (BRISCOE) LEININGER (25 FEB 1870 - 23 FEB 1953)

 

Mrs. Harriet A. Leininger, 82, passed away at the home of her daughter, Gertrude Bliss, in Flint, on Monday, February 23. Funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock on Thursday afternoon from the Wagarville Methodist church. The Rev. Frank Gardner will officiate and burial will be in Ridge cemetery. Mrs. Leininger will be at the home of her daughter, Mrs. George Dennings, until noon on Thursday, when she will be taken to the church.

   Mrs. Lenininger was born in Ompah, Ontario, Canada on February 25, 1870. She married Harry Leininger in Canada on May 7, 1888. They were residents of Gladwin township, where they lived on a farm. Mr. Leininger preceded his wife in death.

   Survivors are three sons, Herbert, of Gladwin, Harry, of Flint, and Thomas of Detroit; four daughters, Mrs. George Dennings, of Gladwin, Mrs. Gertrude Bliss and Mrs. George Rasch, both of Flint, Mrs. Elfleda Thurston, of Detroit; one brother, Albert Briscoe of Canada; six sisters, Mrs. Nellie Taylor, of Canada, Mrs. Margaret Pennman, Mrs. Maude Lumley, Mrs. Ida Pennman, Mrs. Gertrude Johns and Mrs. Bertha Brooks, all of Detroit, also 16 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren.Buried: Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin, MI. Gladwin County Record dated 02-25/1953 Column - 3 Page - 1    


HARRY R. LEININGER, SR (6 SEP 1860 - 22 JULY 1944)

 

Services were held Monday at 2 p.m. at the home of George Dennings in Gladwin township for Harry R. Leininger, 83, pioneer Gladwin county farmer who died Saturday following an illness of more than a year. The Rev. L. J. Washmuth, of the Wagerville Methodist Church, officiated and burial was in Ridge cemetery.

Born in Renfrew county, Ontario, on September 6, 1860, Mr. Leininger was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Mahlon Leininger. He was married to Harriett Brisco on May 7, 1888, and they moved to a farm in Gladwin township two years later. They lived there until 1924 when they moved to Detroit where they made their home until a year and a half ago when they returned to Gladwin county.

Surviving are his wife, Harriett; three sons, Herbert, of Gladwin township; Harry, of Flint; and Thomas, of Detroit; four daughters, Mrs. C. S. Bliss, of West Branch; Mrs. George Dennings, of Gladwin township; Mrs. Kenneth Thurston, of Detroit; and Mrs. George Rasch, of Yale. Preceding him in death were two sons, Mahlon H. and Aubrey R.; a daughter, Harriet; and his brother, the late Dr. J. W. Leininger. Gladwin County Record dated 07-26/1944 Column - 8 Page – 1


HERBERT H. LEININGER (16 JUNE 1891 - 15 SEP 1961) s/w Lydia

 

SERVICES HELD FOR FORMER RESIDENT

 

   Herbert Leininger, 70, died at St. Luke's Hospital at Saginaw on Friday following a month's illness. Born in Gladwin June 16, 1891., he was married to Miss Lydia Greer on Dec. 23, 1914, in Gladwin. He has lived in Saginaw and Florida since 1954.

   Surviving are his widow; two sons, Harold and Walter, of Detroit four sisters, Mrs. Gertrude Bliss and Mrs. Elizabeth Rasch, of Flint, Mrs. Lonia Bennings, of Gladwin, and Mrs. Elfleda Thurston, of Detroit; two brothers, Harry, of Flint, and Thomas, of Detroit; 11 grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Funeral services were Monday at 2 p.m. at the Miner Chapel. The Rev. Ivan Hodgson, of Detroit officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-20/1961 Column - 2 Page - 1


LYDIA J. (GREER) LEININGER (18 DEC 1894 - 30 JULY 1987) s/w Herbert

 

LYDIA LEININGER

 

Lydia J. Leininger, 92, formerly of Gladwin, died Thursday, July 30, in Botsford Hospital, Farmington Hills, after a long illness. Born in Gladwin County Dec. 18, 1894, she had spent most of her life here. She was a member of the Wagarville United Methodist Church. The former Lydia Greer, she was married to Herbert Leininger in 1914 in Gladwin. He preceded

her in death in 1961.

 

Surviving are 2 sons, Harold of St. Clair Shores and Walter of Farmington Hills; 11 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. A sister and 4 brothers preceded her in death.

 

Rites were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Wayne Jensen officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-5/1987 Column – 5 Page – 2.


WALTER MAHLON LEININGER (12 AUG 1919 - 19 JUNE 1998)

 

WALTER M. LEININGER

 

Walter M. Leininger, 78, of Farmington, died Friday, June 19, 1998 in Farmington. Born Aug. 12, 1919 in Gladwin, he graduated from Gladwin High School in 1937. He moved to Plymouth for 20 years before settling in Farmington. Walter was a retired road construction contractor and a member of the V.F.W, and served the U.S. Army during World War II.

 

He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Eileen; two sons, Walter Scott and wife Susan of Westland and Richard Dion and wife Lisa of Marshall; three daughters, Bethney Raye and

husband Henry Kerr of West Bloomfield, Stephney Ann Leininger of Lake Forest, Ill.,

and Dixie Lee and husband Vernon Hunnings of Kona Kailua, Hawaii; 10 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

 

A memorial service was held at the Kirk in The Hills Presbyterian Church in Bloomfield Hills June 26. Memorials may be made to the Leukemia Society of Michigan, 21617 Harper Ave., St. Clair Shores, MI, 48080. Gladwin County Record dated 7-1/1998 Column – 6 Page – 4.


ERNESTINE (FITZKE) LEMKE (23 APR 1895 – 13 AUG 1959) s/w William

 

Services Held for Mrs. Lemke

 

Funeral services were held on Sunday, at 2:30 p.m., at Zion Lutheran Church, Oberlin, for

Mrs. Ernestine Lemke, 64, of Sage Township, who died Thursday, Aug. 13, in Deaconess Hospital, Cleveland, Ohio, following a stroke which she suffered three weeks ago while visiting at the home of her son, Raymond Schindel, in Westlake, Ohio. The Rev. H. F. Brietzke officiated and burial was in Ridge cemetery.

 

Mrs. Lemke was born on April 23, 1895, and was married to Alex Schindel in 1913, he passed away in 1924. She was married to William Lemke in 1924. He preceded, her in death April 6, 1957.

 

Survivors include five sons, Raymond Schindel of Westlake, Albert Schindel of Gladwin, Warren Lemke of Euclid, Ohio, Leonard Lemke of Trenton, and Lawrence Lemke of Gladwin; three daughters, Miss Evelyn Schindel of Trenton, N. J., Mrs. Ruth Jolly of Columbus, Ohio, and Mrs. Virginia Landenberger of Gladwin; four stepchildren, Mrs. Emma Painter of Fraser, August Lemke of Detroit, Mrs. Olga St. George of Detroit, and Mrs. Edna Walsh, of St. Clair Shores; 21 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Four brothers preceded her in death. Gladwin County Record dated 8-19/1959 Column – 5 Page – 1.


LARRY WILLIAM LEMKE (11 APR 1960 – 7 NOV 1960) 9 months old, s/w Malvin V. & William L.

 

Services Held for Infant

 

Funeral services were held at Miner's Chapel on Tuesday at 4 p.m. for Larry William Lemke, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Lemke, of Sage Township, who died Monday following a

short illness. He was born in Gladwin April 11, 1960. The Rev. William J. Hassold officiated and burial was in Ridge cemetery.

Surviving besides his parents are a sister, Marlene; his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Endert and great grandfather, Michael Adams Sr., all of Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 11-9/1960 Column – 7 Page – 8.


MELVIN V. LEMKE (4 APR 1962 – 5 APR 1962) 14 hours old, s/w Larry W. & William L.

 

Services Held for Infant

 

Funeral services were Saturday at 2 p.m. at Miner Chapel for Melvin V. Lemke, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Lemke, of Sage Township, who died Thursday in Midland Hospital. He was born on April 4, 1962. The Rev. Wm. J. Hassold officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery.

 

Surviving besides his parents, are a sister, Marlene; grandmother, Mrs. Mary Endert, and

great grandfather, Michael Adams Sr., of Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 4-11/1962 Column – 2 Page – 2.


WILLIAM L. LEMKE (19 AUG 1965 – 19 AUG 1965) 10 hours old, s/w Larry W. & Malvin V.

 

Services for Infant Held

 

The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Lemke died at the Midland Hospital August 19 where he was born a short time earlier

 

William L. Lemke is survived by his parents; a sister, Marlene; grandmother, Mrs. Mary Endert; and great grandfather, Michael Adams Sr.

 

Services were held at the Miner Funeral Home Saturday at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Ernst Mueller officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-25/1965 Column – 5 Page – 1 Section C.

 


WILLIAM LEMKE (18 JAN 1879 – 6 APR 1957) s/w Ernestine

 

Short Illness Fatal to William Lemke

 

William Lemke, 78, of Sage Township died on Saturday, April 6, after a short illness. Mr. Lemke, a farmer, was born on Jan. 18, 1879 in Poland. He came to Cleveland, Ohio in 1905 and from there to Duluth, Minn, and to Milwaukee, Wis. for a few years before coming to Gladwin in 1914. On Aug. 16, 1924, he married the former Mrs. Ernestine

Schindel who survives him. He was a member of the Farm Bureau.

 

Surviving are his wife, Ernestine; four sons, August and Leonard of Detroit, Warren of Cleveland, and Lawrence at home; four daughters, Mrs. Emma Painter of Mt. Clemens, Mrs. Olga St. George of Detroit, Mrs. Edna Walsh of St. Clair Shores, Mrs. Virginia Landenberger of Gladwin; four step-children, Raymond Schindel of West Lake, Ohio, Albert Schindel of Gladwin, Miss Evelyn Schindel of Philadelphia, Pa., Mrs. Ruth Jolly of Columbus, Ohio. Other survivors include two sisters in Germany; 18 grandchildren; and one great grandchild.

 

Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at 2:00 at Zion Lutheran Church in Oberlin, the Rev. Raymond Mueller officiating at the services. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Pallbearers were Ernest Sherman, Dan Schlese, Gustave Nehring, Alfred Endert, Albert Miller, and Al Erdman. Gladwin County Record dated 4-10/1957 Column – 6 Page – 1.


JEAN B. LEMON (1920 - ?) s/w Leonard D.
LEONARD D. LEMON (5 AUG 1920 – 21 FEB 1992) s/w Jean B.

Leonard D. (Lee) Lemon, 71, of Gladwin, died Friday Feb. 21, 1992, at his home. Born in Detroit, Aug. 5, 1920, he moved to Gladwin County in March 1968. Mr. Lemon made the Army a career. He entered the service in February 1942 and served during World War II. The

Korean and Vietnam wars. He retired from the service as a Lt. Col. in March 1968. Mr. Lemon worked for Brown Machine, had his own construction business, was active in the Gladwin Boy Scouts, was a para-professional with the Gladwin Schools Building Trades Program. He was an elder in the First Presbyterian Church in Beaverton, worked for the Habitat for Humanity and was a member of the Gladwin Historical Society. Mr. Lemon and the former Jean Berry were married Feb. 23, 1946, in Ferndale.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by 4 daughters, Linda Cowen of Norman, Okla., Betsy Reum of Lansing, Laura Joe Long of Traverse City and Bonnie Klein of Virginia Beach, Va.; one son, Lyle of Brooklyn, N.Y.; one brother, Robert of Farmington; one sister, Alice Garnsey of Mayville; and 6 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother.

 

Services were held Monday at 11 a.m. from the First Presbyterian Church in Beaverton. The Rev. Donald Keen and the Rev. Roger Browne officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. The cemetery service was under the auspices of the Gladwin County VFW Post 7303. Memorials may be made to the Visiting Nurses Assoc., Hospice of Gladwin County or the Presbyterian Church. Arrangements were in charge of the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 2-26/1992 Column – 4 Page – 2.


ELIZABETH ELLEN (JEHL) LEONARD (4 MARCH 1825 - 9 SEP 1889)

 

Elizabeth Leonard died at the residence of her son Frank in Sage township Sept. 9, aged 64 years, six months and seven days. Mrs. Leonard was a native of Ireland, and came to Canada 35 years ago. Her husband had been dead nine years, and for five years previous to her death Mrs. Leonard resided with her son Frank in Sage. Deceased had been a member of M. E. church over 40 years. Gladwin County Record dated 11-08/1889 Column - 3 Page – 5.


OSCAR D. LEONARD (1866 – AUG 1933) Father

 

Oscar Leonard of Flint and formerly of this community passed away last week and was buried at the Ridge cemetery Saturday afternoon. Mrs. Leonard and children have the

sympathy of the community. Gladwin County Record dated 8-24/1933 Column – 4 Page – 4.


WILLIAM T. LEONARD (1913 - 1943) Son
H. MARGUERITE (PEACH) LIEBERMAN (18 AUG 1929 - ?) m. 27 Dec 1947, s/w Harold A.


HAROLD A. LIEBERMAN (6 MARCH 1925 - 5 MAY 2003) m. 27 Dec 1947, s/w H. Marguerite

 

Harold A. Lieberman , 78, of Gladwin passed away May 5, 2003 at MidMichigan Medical Center - Midland following a long illness. He was born March 6, 1925 to Charles and Flora (Socia) Lieberman in Detroit.

Harold worked as a maintenance supervisor for the Howell Public Schools, retiring in 1985. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Navy. He married Marguerite (Peach) Lieberman on Dec. 27, 1947 in Monroe County.

Harold moved to Gladwin County in 1985, having previously resided in Howell. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and V.F.W. Post 11256.

Harold is survived by his wife, Marguerite, of Gladwin; sons Harold Lieberman of Oak Grove, Steven Lieberman of Brighton and Richard Lieberman of Gladwin; daughters Patricia (James) VanPatten of Gladwin and Mary Jane (Ronald) Olrich of Howell; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; brothers Carl Lieberman of Oak Grove and Donald Lieberman of Indian River; and sisters Dorothy Arndt of Detroit and Margaret Lyons of Detroit. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Arnold and John, and his sister Lucille Lieberman.

Funeral services will take place Friday, May 9, 2003 at 11 a.m. at Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin with Fr. Patrick Jankowiak officiating. Burial will take place in Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Visitation will be held today (Wednesday, May 7) from 5 to 9 p.m. and Thursday from noon until 9 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home.

Military Honors will be performed by V.F.W. Post 11256. Gladwin County Record dated 05-07/2003 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

CARL LIEBHOLZ (? – 8 JUNE 1922

 

Carl Liebholz died June 8, 1922, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Otto Schultz, north of Pratts lake. He was born in Russia, and was aged 75 years, one month and 17 days. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at two o’clock at the house conducted by Rev. George Hildner followed by burial in Ridge cemetery.


ROBERT JOEL LINGANG, SR (1935 – 8 APR 1993) Gone Racing

 

ROBERT LINGANG SR.

 

Robert J. Lingang Sr., 58, of 1100 N. M-18, Gladwin, died suddenly Thursday, April 8, 1993. in the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Gladwin. Born in Delray, Jan. 3, 1935, he moved to Beaverton in 1970 from Sterling Heights and to Gladwin in 1992. Mr. Lingang was a self-employed mechanic. Mr. Lingang and the former Mickey McGeachie were married Nov. 10, 1956, in Angola., Ind.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Robert Jr . of Sanford; 2 daughters, Mrs. Cliff (Christine) Henry of Gladwin and Mrs. Randy (Lori) Raymond of Beaverton; his mother, Mrs. Arlene Elliott of Beaverton; and 3 grandchildren.

 

Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Pastor

Steve Fowler officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 4-14/1993 Column – 4 Page – 2.


GEORGE T. LINTON (9 MAY 1910 – 23 FEB 1954)

 

George Linton Dies from Injuries

 

George T. Linton, 34, of Flint, passed away on Tuesday from injuries received last Friday. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Linton of Gladwin and is survived by one daughter. Funeral services will be held from the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 2-24/1954 Column – 6 Page – 1.

 

Services Held Here Saturday

 

George T. Linton, 43, passed away at Hurley Hospital in Flint after four days illness, on Tuesday, February 23. Funeral services were held on Saturday afternoon from the Riley

Evangelical United Brethren church, with the Rev. E. F. Rhoades officiating. Burial was

made in Ridge cemetery.

 

Mr. Linton was born in Sage township on May 9, 1910, and has been employed at the Chevrolet Motor Car Co., in Flint, since December, 1953.

 

Surviving are one daughter, Patricia Joan, of Ft. Worth, Texas, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John C Linton, of Gladwin; five brothers, Elmer of Pontiac, Henry W. of Garden City, William John and E. of Dearborn; two sisters, Roy W., both of Wayne, and Earl Mrs. Minnie Benmark and Mrs. Janice Hillman, both of Gladwin. Mr. Linton's nephews acted as pallbearers. Gladwin County Record dated 3 -3/1954 Column – 5 Page – 1.


JOHN CHARLES LINTON (1864 – 17 MAY 1954) s/w Lena M.

 

John Linton Dies At Son’s Home

 

John Charles Linton, 92, passed away on Tuesday, May 17, at the home of his son, Earl Linton, in Detroit. He had been seriously ill for the past six months. Mr. Linton was born in Ontario, Canada, on March 15, 1862, and came to Gladwin 75 years ago to operate a farm in Sage township. On February 8, 1905, he was married to Lena Hull in Gladwin.

 

Surviving are his wife, Lena; five sons, William John and Roy W. of Wayne, Henry W. of Garden City, Earl E. of Dearborn and Elmer A. of Pontiac; two daughters, Mrs. Minnie Benmark and Mrs. Janice Hillman, both of Gladwin; one brother, George Linton, and one sister, Mrs. Annie Duff, both of Hastings, Ont., 38 grandchildren and 18 great - grandchildren. One son, George, died in February of this year.

 

A prayer service will be held at the Hall Funeral Home on Thursday afternoon at 1 o'clock, with services at 2 from the Riley Evangelical United Brethren church. The Rev. E. F. Rhoades will officiate and burial will be in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 5-19/1954 Column – 8 Page – 1.


LENA MAY (HULL) LINTON (13 FEB 1888 – 22 MAY 1977) s/w John C.

 

Mrs. Lena May Linton, 89, of Gladwin, died Sunday at the Town and Country Nursing Home, Midland. She was born in Phamesford, Ontario, Canada, on Feb. 13, 1888. She came to the United States at the age of 3 and first lived in Iowa. She moved to Gladwin County in 1893. She married John C. Linton in Gladwin in 1904.  He died in 1954.

 

Surviving are three sons, William John, and Roy W., both of Westland, and Earl E., of Canton; two daughters, Mrs. Minnie Stickel, and Mrs. Guy (Janice) Hillman, both of Gladwin; one step-son, Elmer A. Linton, of Pontiac; 60 grandchildren; 95 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; and one brother, George E. Hull, of Flint.

 

Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Skeels Baptist Church. The Rev. Carl Briggs will officiate. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Friends may call at the Mathews Funeral Home, Gladwin, any time until services. MDN dated 5-23-1977.
ELSIE AUGUSTA (HUDE) LLOYD (29 APR 1919 – 5 SEP 1985) Mother

 

ELSIE LLOYD

 

Elsie A. Lloyd, 66, of 1305 N. Spring St., Gladwin, died Thursday, Sept. 5, in the Midland Hospital Center following a short illness. Born in Sherman Township April 29, 1919, the former Elsie Hude had spent most of her life here. She was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church.

 

Surviving are one son, Anthony Gonzales of Independance, Mo.; 4 daughters, Mrs. Don (Ada) Kuehl of Harrison, Mrs. Bruce (Cecilia) Mann of Gladwin, Mrs. Ron (Margaret) Wescott and Mrs. Kabyn (Ellen) Foster of Yuma, Ariz.; one brother, Robert Hude of Warren; one sister, Mrs. Margaret Basner of Coleman; 3 step-sisters, Mrs. Emma Klawitter of Toledo, Ohio, Mrs. Marie Eddy of Georgia and Mrs. Martha Corbus of Sterling Heights; and 13 grandchildren.

 

Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from Our Savior Lutheran Church. The Rev. Donald Dengler officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery, Arrangements

were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 9-11/1985 Column – 3 Page – 2.


AMANDA R. LOREE (15 JAN 1841 – 27 FEB 1922) s/w Joseph C.

 

MR. AND MRS. J .C. LOREE

 

J. C. and Amanda Loree were born in Livingston county, Michigan, Jan. 15, 1841, and Dec. 15, 1845, respectively. They were united in marriage March 4, 1862. The early part of their lives was spent near Howell, Michigan. About 28 years ago they moved to Gladwin county, locating near Hockaday. Later they moved to the state of Missouri, remaining there for six

years. Returning to Michigan they located in Gladwin, where they spent the last years of their lives. They leave to mourn his loss, one son, George, adopted in infancy. Also Mr. Loree is survived by two half brothers of Perry, Michigan, and one half sister of Remus, Michigan. Mrs. Loree leaves three sisters: Martha Vorce and Ann Vannalstine of Grand Ledge, Michigan, and May Smith of Lansing, Michigan, also a brother of Eagle, Michigan.

 

Mr. and Mrs. Loree have always been noted for their attachment to each other which became stronger as age came on. They had often expressed a desire that one of them should not be taken by death and the other left. This desire was mercifully satisfied by their Maker and Redeemer. Mr. Loree was stricken down with paralysis Saturday morning, Feb. 18, at 9 o’clock, the same day about 10 o'clock p. m. she suffered a stroke of apoplexy. Their suffering was of short duration, for in spite of all loving hands and medical skill could do Saturday, Feb. 25, Mr. Loree passed to his reward; his wife following Monday, Feb. 27.

 

Mr. and Mrs. Loree were converted about 50 years ago in the Methodist Episcopal church at Compton. They leave a host of friends and relatives who will miss them and mourn because of their loss. Services were held at the F. M. church, Wednesday, with sermon by the pastor Rev. W. J. Cross, assisted by Rev. E. T. Smith. Gladwin County Record dated 3-2/1922 Column – 4 Page – 5.


ANNA ELIZABETH (HOCKADAY) LOREE (18 AUG 1900 – 12 FEB 1990) s/w George F.

 

ANNA LOREE

 

Anna E. Loree, 89, of Hope, died Monday, Feb. 12, 1990, in the Gladwin Pines Nursing Home. Born in Hockaday, Aug. 30, 1900, she was a member of the Midland Free Methodist Church and the Womens Christian Temperance Union. She was the great granddaughter of Marvel Secord, first white settler in Gladwin County. The former Anna Hockaday, she was married to George Loree Oct. 10, 1927, in Saginaw.

 

Besides her husband, she is survived by 2 sons, Vernon of Hope and Lorne of Midland; 6 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Asa and Albert Hockaday and 3 sisters, Beulah Cross, Bertha Knappins and Mable Campbell.

 

Services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Midland Free Methodist Church.The Rev.

Dwight Weber will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Visitation is after 2 p.m. today, Wednesday, at the Smith-Miner Funeral Home, Midland. Memorials may be made to the Midland church or to a charity of the donor's choice. Gladwin County Record dated 2-14/1990 Column – 4 Page – 2.


GEORGE F. LOREE (22 NOV 1905 - 8 OCT 1995) s/w Anna E.

 

George F. Loree, 89, of Hope died Sunday, Oct. 8, 1995. Born Nov. 22, 1905 in Joplin, Mo., he moved to Michigan in 1910. Mr. Loree was employed as a carpenter and craftsman until retiring in 1984. He married the former Anna Hockaday Oct. 10, 1927. She preceded him in death in 1990.

   Surviving are 2 sons, Vernon and wife Martha of Hope, and Lorne and wife Nellie of Midland, 2 special friends, Brenda Sylvester and Kathy O'Dell; 6 grandchildren; and 7 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Jay and Joseph; and 2 sisters, Lydia and Josie.

   Rites were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday from the Smith-Miner Funeral Home with the Rev. Dwight Weber and Robert Hockaday officiating. Burial was in the Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider their favorite charity. Gladwin County Record dated  10-11/1995 Column - 2 Page – 7


JOSEPH C. LOREE (15 JAN 1841 – 25 FEB 1922) s/w Amanda

 

MR. AND MRS. J .C. LOREE

 

J. C. and Amanda Loree were born in Livingston county, Michigan, Jan. 15, 1841, and Dec. 15, 1845, respectively. They were united in marriage March 4, 1862. The early part of their lives was spent near Howell, Michigan. About 28 years ago they moved to Gladwin county, locating near Hockaday. Later they moved to the state of Missouri, remaining there for six

years. Returning to Michigan they located in Gladwin, where they spent the last years of their lives. They leave to mourn his loss, one son, George, adopted in infancy. Also Mr. Loree is survived by two half brothers of Perry, Michigan, and one half sister of Remus, Michigan. Mrs. Loree leaves three sisters: Martha Vorce and Ann Vannalstine of Grand Ledge, Michigan, and May Smith of Lansing, Michigan, also a brother of Eagle, Michigan.

 

Mr. and Mrs. Loree have always been noted for their attachment to each other which became stronger as age came on. They had often expressed a desire that one of them should not be taken by death and the other left. This desire was mercifully satisfied by their Maker and Redeemer. Mr. Loree was stricken down with paralysis Saturday morning, Feb. 18, at 9 o’clock, the same day about 10 o'clock p. m. she suffered a stroke of apoplexy. Their suffering was of short duration, for in spite of all loving hands and medical skill could do Saturday, Feb. 25, Mr. Loree passed to his reward; his wife following Monday, Feb. 27.

 

Mr. and Mrs. Loree were converted about 50 years ago in the Methodist Episcopal church at Compton. They leave a host of friends and relatives who will miss them and mourn because of their loss. Services were held at the F. M. church, Wednesday, with sermon by the pastor Rev. W. J. Cross, assisted by Rev. E. T. Smith. Gladwin County Record dated 3-2/1922 Column – 4 Page – 5.

 

JOHN J. LOUK (16 OCT 1927 - 24 JULY 1983) Pvt US Army WWII, s/w Rose

 

John Louk, 55, of 1470 N. M-30, Gladwin, died Sunday evening at the Midland Hospital Center. Born in Romeo on October 16, 1927, he came to Gladwin County in 1943. Mr. Louk was employed as a truck driver for a grocery store in Flint until retiring in 1975 because of ill health. He served in the Army during World War II and was a life member of the VFW and a member and past commander of the American Legion. He was married to the former Rose Parker on July 3, 1952, in Mt. Morris.

   Surviving besides his wife are, 2 sons, John and Allen at home; 2 daughters, Mrs. Rosemarie Richards of Gladwin and Mrs. Ruthann Cameron, at home; his mother, Mrs. Jula McDonald of Gladwin; one sister, Mrs. Mary McDonald of Lennon; 2 step-brothers, Ernest Parker of Flint and Daniel Parker of Smyrna, Ga.; one step-sister, Mrs. Mary Elliot of Gladwin; and 3 grandchildren.

   Services were held today Wednesday, at 11 a.m. at the Mathews Funeral Home with Ed Jaynes officiating. Graveside services in the Ridge Cemetery were in charge of the Gladwin County VFW Post 7303. A memorial service was held Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. by the American Legion Post. Gladwin County Record dated 07-27/1983 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

PVT US ARMY WWII


ROSE LOUK (1935 - ?) s/w John J.

 

M'S

 

CARL DON MACMILLAN (7 SEP 1906 - 18 DEC 1994)
LOUIS MAGESKI (1856 - 1937)


CHARLES FREDIE MARDLIN (26 FEB 1906 - 8 MARCH 1906)

 

BUTMAN.

 

Mr. and Mrs. John Mardlin buried their infant son on Thursday March 8. Gladwin County Record dated 3-16/1906 Column – 5 Page – 9.


EDGAR JAMES MARDLIN (21 MARCH 1887 - 21 NOV 1903)

 

Edgar James Mardlin, was born in Deleware township, Sanilac county, March 21, 1887, and died at the home of his parents in Butman, Nov. 21 1903, aged 16 years and 8 months. He leaves a father, mother, three sisters, one brother and other relatives and friends to mourn his early departure. One brother preceded him in death two years ago.

 

Funeral services were conducted by Rev. V. Buxton, Sunday, at the Ridge church. The remains were interred in the Gladwin cemetery.

 

CARD OF THANKS

 

We desire to return our sincere thanks to the neighbors and friends who kindly assisted us in the sickness and death of our son and brother.

 

JAMES MARDLIN AND FAMILY.

Gladwin County Record dated 11-27/1903 Column – 4 Page – 1.


ELMER MARDLIN (12 MAY 1888 - 17 SEP 1901) Elmer, son of Mr. and Mrs. James

 

Mardlin, died Tuesday night at their residence in Butman, aged 13 years and 5 months, as a result of hemorrhage caused by ivy poison. Funeral services were held yesterday at the Ridge M. E church, conducted by Rev. E. F. Grey. Gladwin County Record dated 9-20/1901 Column – 5 Page – 5.

 
EMILY (WALKER) MARDLIN (21 DEC 1861 – 22 SEP 1912) s/w John

 

MARDLIN

 

Emily Walker was born at Huntington shire, England, Dec. 21, 1861, and departed this life Sept. 22, 1912, aged 50 years, 9 months and one day. At the age of 22 years she came to Canada, where she was married soon after to John Mardlin. Nine children were born to this union eight of whom survive her.

 

On Oct. 1, 1889, they came to Michigan settling near Gladwin. In 1906 under the labors of Rev. F. L. Crandel she was converted and joined the Free Methodist church and has since been a faithful and consistent member.

 

On Sept. 2 she consulted a physician for trouble, which proved to be cancer of the breast. She felt resigned to the will of God, and bore a clear testimony to her acceptance with her Saviour.

Sept. 17 in company with her husband she went to Ann Arbor, where on the morning of Sept. 21 she underwent an operation. In the afternoon she was conscious and seemed to be doing well, but during the night she rapidly grew worse until 6 a.m., when her spirit went to join the blood washed in that land where pain or sorrow can never come. She lived a devoted life, and died a Christian death. In her last hours she prayed and sang, “When the Pearly Gates Unfold.” The gates swing wide and with the word “Jesus” on her lips she entered that land where all is love. She will be missed but we know that our loss, a husband, six daughters and two sons; Mrs. Florence Reigle, Mrs. Annie Richie, Miss Lizzie Holenbeck, Eva, Arthur, Johnnie, Mabel and Bertha, at home; three brothers, two sisters and a large circle of friends and neighbors. The remains were brought to her home, Sept. 23, and the funeral was held Wednesday at 10 a.m. at the Hockday Free Methodist church conducted by the pastor, Rev. W. A. Knight, Text Mark 14-8. Interment in the Ridge cemetery.

 

A dear one from our midst is gone,

A voice we loved is stilled;

A place is vacant in our home

Which never can be filled.

 

Dearest mother, how we miss you

In the week that has passed by,

Since you left us, sad and lonely,

For your home up in the sky.

 

The golden gates were opended,

A gentle voice said, “Come”

And with farewells unspoken,

She calmly entered home.

 

We miss our mother’s presence;

We miss her kindly smile;

But we know she’s safe in heaven

While we wait a little while.

 

Mourners all, God knows your sorrows,

Wait to comfort and to bless.

Let us look beyond earth’s darkness

For our dear one is at rest.

Gladwin County Record dated 10-3/1912 Column – 1 Page – 4.

 

GEORGE ARTHUR MARDLIN (5 MAY 1894 – JUNE 1954)

 

Services Held for Arthur Mardlin

 

Funeral services were held Saturday at 11 a. m. for George Arthur Mardlin, 60, of Midland. Mr. Mardlin was born May 5, 1894, in Gladwin, and had lived in Midland since 1918, where he was employed as a mechanic in the bag plant of the Dow Chemical Company. Ill health forced him to retire last December after working a total of 34 years at the Dow plant.

 

He was found Wednesday afternoon in his car near his home after being missing since early Tuesday.  He was married July 10, 1930 to the former Elsie LaVier, who survives him. Also surviving are a son, Kenneth Mardlin, and a daughter, Mrs. Mildred Cleric, both of Midland; two stepchildren, Kenneth Wyman and Mrs. Edward Mashue, also of Midland; six grandchildren: five sisters, Mrs. Florence Reigle, Mrs. Anna Ritchie and Mrs. Bertha Voight, all of Gladwin; Mrs. Mabel Canfield of Detroit and Mrs. Eva Markey of Pontiac.

 

Burial was in the Homer cemetery following services in the Homer

Methodist Church. Gladwin County Record dated 6-23/1954 Column - 8 Page - 1.


GLADYS M. MARDLIN (9 JAN 1918 - 11 JAN 1918) 

 

Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Mardlin are entertaining her mother, Mrs. Blank. We sorrowed with them in the severe suffering and loss of their infant daughter. Gladwin County Record dated 1-17/1918 Column – 4 Page – 8.


JAMES MARDLIN (19 APR 1859 – 25 MAY 1955)

 

James Mardlin Buried Here

 

James Mardlin, 98, passed away May 25 at the Hurley Hospital in Flint. Mr. Mardlin was born in England on April 19, 1859 and came to Canada at the age of 20. He married Nettie Smay in 1886 and a year later they moved to Gladwin to make their home where he worked in the lumber woods as a camp blacksmith for Joe Black. He was a member of the Gladwin Free Methodist Church and a charter member of the Gladwin I.O. O. F. Lodge.

 

Mr Mardlin is survived by three daughters,. Mrs. Ruth Adams of Flint, Mrs. Geneva June of California and Mrs. Gertrude Burgin of Linden; eight grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren.

 

Graveside services were held at the Ridge cemetery at 1:00 p. m. Saturday under the auspices of the I. O. O. F Lodge. Gladwin County Record dated 6-1/1955 Column – 6 Page – 1.


JOHN MARDLIN (22 MAY 1861 – 17 APR 1930) s/w Emily

 

John Mardlin Victim of Auto

 

Mrs. Mardlin and Four Others Escape Unhurt from Car

 

John Mardlin was suddenly killed Sunday about 10 a. m. in an automobile accident about a mile north of Edenville, near the Snyder farm. Mr. and Mrs. Mardlin, her son, Dell Greer, and Hazen Greer's three children were in the car. Mr. Mardlin was driving. The car was rounding a blind corner when it suddenly met another car and Mr. Mardlin turned quickly to avoid a

collision, causing the back end of his car to swerve and the car to roll into the ditch. Mr. Mardlin was thrown out of the car and knocked unconscious.

 

The car in which he was riding rolled over several times, landing in an upright position. He was taken to Edenville immediately where he died before the doctor, who was called, could arrive. None of the other occupants of the car suffered injury.

 

John Mardlin was born at Spaulwick, England, May 22, 1861, & son of John and Rebecca Mardlin, who came with their family to London, Ontario, Canada, in 1879. He was married July 17, 1883, to Emily Walker, at London. They came to Gladwin county, Mich., in 1889,

locating on a farm in Gladwin township, and moving in 1903 to Butman township, where they hewed out a home from the virgin forest. He has driven the Wagarville creamery route truck with the exception of one summer since the creamery was organized 30 years ago.

 

Mrs. Mardlin died Sept. 22, 1912, and he married Mrs. Amanda Greer April 2, 1914, who survives him with five daughters and two sons, Mrs. Frank Reigle of Flint, Mrs. John

Ritchie of Gladwin, Mrs. Thomas Markey of, Detroit, Mrs. L. B. Canfield of Kalamazoo and Mrs. Edward Voight of Detroit, Arthur T. Mardlin of Midland and John Mardlin of

Flint, also Mrs. Mardlin's children, Mrs. David Diffin of Birch Run, Earl Greer of Brown City, Mrs. Herbert Leininger of Gladwin, Hazen Greer of Gladwin, Lee Greer of Detroit and Del Greer at home, 27 grandchildren, four great grandchildren, two brothers, Thomas of London,

Ont., and James of Inglewood Calif. He was a loving and faithful husband and father and his sudden death is a great shock to the community.

 

Funeral services were held at the Hockaday Free Methodist church of which he was a member Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 12, conducted by Rev. G. W. Mustard, followed by burial at

Ridge cemetery. The grandsons acted as pall bearers. Gladwin County Record dated 8-14/1930 Column – 7 Page – 1.

 

ELIZABETH VIOLA MASON (12 JAN 1917 – 16 JAN 1933) s/w Hugh H., Joyce A. & Sarah A.

 

ELIZABETH VIOLA MASON

 

Elizabeth Viola Mason, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Mason, passed away at her home Jan. 16 after an illness of seven months. Elizabeth was born in Lapeer county Jan. 12, 1917. She moved to Gladwin with her parents six years ago. She was very active in 4-H club work and took a great interest in Sunday school work.

 

She leaves to mourn her loss her parents, two brothers, Henry and Francis, of Gladwin and many relatives and friends. Gladwin County Record dated 1-19/1933 Column – 6 Page – 1.


HUGH H. MASON (3 DEC 1883 – 10 AUG 1973) s/w Joyce A, Sarah A. & V. Elizabeth

 

HUGH MASON

 

Hugh Mason, 89, of Gaylord, died Friday, August 10, at Otsego Memorial Hospital, Gaylord.

Born in St. Ignace, December 3, 1883, he was a resident of Gladwin County 26 years ago and was employed by Prince & Co. Mr. Mason moved to Gaylord in 1946 and was associated with his sons in the Mason Gravel Co.

 

Survivors are 2 sons, Francis and Henry; 14 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.

 

Services were held Monday in Gaylord and graveside rites were conducted at Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin, that afternoon. Gladwin County Record dated 8-15/1973 Column – 4 Page – 2.


JOYCE A. MASON (1931 – 29 JAN 1931) s/w Hugh H., Sarah A. & V. Elizabeth
SARAH A. (WORTZ) MASON (9 NOV 1885 – 21 AUG 1946) s/w Hugh H., Joyce A. & V. Elizabeth

 

Former Resident Buried Here

 

Mrs. Sarah A. Mason, 61, died on Thursday, August 21, at Mercy Hospital, Grayling, of complications following an operation. Funeral services were held on Saturday at the Gladwin Methodist church, at 2 o'clock in the afternoon. Rev. Leah Garchow officiated. Burial was in the Ridge cemetery.

 

Mrs. Mason was born in Tawas, on November 9, 1885, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Wortz. On February 9, 1907, she was married to Hugh Mason, at Rochester. They made their home in St. Johns and Gladwin, moving to Gaylord about six months ago. Mrs. Mason was a member of the Methodist church.

 

Surviving are her husband, Hugh; two sons, Francis and Henry,both of Gaylord; three brothers, Archie Wortz, of Bureau, Illinois, Jacob and Harold Wortz, both of Flint; two sisters, Mrs. Mildred Richards, of Clifford and Mrs. Blanche McMann, of Hadley;also four grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 8-28/1946 Column – 8 Page – 1.

 

 

HENRY MATTIS (24 JAN 1920 - 15 DEC 2002) 

 

EDNA MAE MATHER (24 JAN 1920 - 15 DEC 2002) 

 

Edna Mae Mather, 82, passed away Sunday, Dec. 15, 2002, at Covenant Cooper Medical Center, Saginaw following a brief illness. She was born in Long Lake, Clare County, on January 24, 1920, to the late Walter and Alice (Newvill) Carman. She married John Mather in 1941; he preceded her in death in 1966.
She is survived by one son, Richard Rabb of Elkhart, Indiana; four daughters, Mary Ann Rabb of South Carolina; Patricia L. Fahrner of Midland; Karan R. Maki of Coleman; and Rosemary DeGroat of Lupton. Four step-children, Marilyn Dubeau of Bridgeport; Butch and Mable Dubeau of Bridgeport; Patrick and Sue of Bay City; and Stephanie of Florida. Eight grandchildren, Stan, Jackie, Scott, Jerry, Kimberly, Johanna, Brenda, Allen, Shawn Jose Guzman and Freddie and Fridose DeGroat; eleven great-grandchildren and several step-grandchildren. She was predeceased by one brother and three sisters.
Funeral Services were held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2002, at the Sisson Funeral Home with Rev. Donald Potter presiding with burial in Ridge Cemetery. The Sisson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

 

JOHN W. MATHER (2 OCT 1918 - 14 MARCH 1966) 

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO JOHN MATHER

 

   John Mather, 47, o f1425 Hockaday Road, Gladwin Township, died Monday, March 14. Services will be held Friday at 1:00 p.m. in the Miner Chapel with Fr. George Artman officiating and burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Mr. Mather was born Oct. 2, 1918, in Traverse City to Mr. and Mrs. Milton Mather Sr. He was married to the former Miss Edna M. Carman in Pontiac on Dec. 12, 1940. A World War II veteran, he worked at the Buick factory in Flint for a few years before going to Dow Chemical at Midland where he had been employed as an operator for the past 15 years. He had lived in Gladwin County since 1948.

   Survivors include his wife Edna, three daughters, Mrs. Patricia Fahrner of West Branch, Mrs. Karan Matz of Gladwin, and Rosemary June at home; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Milton Mather Sr.; three brothers, James and Milton Jr. of Gladwin, and Kendall of Flint; two sisters, Mrs. Wilbur Hillier of Gladwin and Mrs. Robert Nash of Otter Lake; and three grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 03-16/1966 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

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STEPHONY L. MATHEWS (17 AUG 1983 - 19 NOV 1983)


LEON A. MATTESON (9 NOV 1908 - 12 JULY 1972)

 

LEON A. MATTESON

 

   Leon A. Matteson, 63, of Detroit, died Wednesday, July 12, at Detroit General Hospital. Born in Kensington, Kan., November 9, 1908, he came to Michigan in 1933 and had lived in Detroit since 1938. He was a barber by trade.

   Surviving are three brothers, Chester of Gladwin, Floyd of Alma, and Richard of Whitmore Lake; four sisters, Mrs. Helen Whitten of Hastings, Neb., Mrs. Marjorie Whitten of Metamora, Mrs. Ruth Matteson and Mrs. Anne Teal, both of Imlay City.

   Services were held Friday at 1:00 p.m. at Mathews Funeral Home with the Rev. Carl Briggs officiating and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-19/1972 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

CHARLES H. MATTHEWS (1882 - 14 OCT 1957)

 

 FORMER RESIDENT DIES IN LAPEER

 

   Charles H. Matthews, 75, a former resident of Gladwin, died on Monday, Oct. 14, at Lapeer. Mr. Matthews was born in Cassada in 1882. He lived in Cheboygan seven years before going to Lapeer about six months ago. He was a member of the Odd Fellows Lodge in Cheboygan.

   Surviving him are two brothers, Arthur, of Cheboygan, and Angus, of Lapeer, and one sister, Mrs. Merril Hager, of Grand Rapids. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, at 10:30 a.m. at the Baird Funeral Home in Lapeer. Burial services will be held in Ridge cemetery, Gladwin, at 3:30 p.m., the Rev. Hans Meyer officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 10-16/1957 Column - 5 Page - 1

 
CHARLES M. MATTHEWS (17 JULY 1844 - 24 ARPIL 1917)   

 

   MATTHEWS,---Charles M. Matthews was born in Colebrook, Ont., July 17, 1844, and died at his home in Buckeye township April 24, aged 72 years, 9 months and 7 days. He had been in poor health for some time, but suffered a stroke of paralysis a few days before his death. He was married to Nancy Babcock Oct. 31, 1879. To this union eight children were born, six of whom with his wife, three sisters and two brothers, survive him.

   He came to Gladwin county in 1881 and has lived here nearly ever since. Funeral services were held at the home April 26, conducted by the Rev. W. W. Chatfield, followed by interment in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-03/1917 Column - 5 Page – 5


NANCY (BABCOCK) MATTHEWS (1854 – 14 JULY 1942) (wife of Charles M.)

 

Mrs. Nancy Matthews Dies

 

Funeral services were held at the Free Methodist church Tuesday afternoon for Mrs. Nancy

Matthews who died at her home in Fenton. Burial was made in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 7-15/1942 Column – 8 Page – 1.


ROBERT MITCHELL MATTHEWS (1887 - 29 SEP 1925)

 

ROBERT M. MATTHEWS

 

  Robert Mitchell Matthews, aged 38 years, died Sept. 29 at Fenton. Body was brought to Gladwin Sept. 30, for burial in Ridge cemetery. He was a son of Charles Matthews. Gladwin County Record dated 10-08/1925 Column - 4 Page - 4


JACK W. MAWHORTER (28 JUNE 1920 – 23 MAR 1986) s/w Charlotte G.

 

JACK MAWHORTER

 

Jack W. Mawhorter, 65, of Hudson, Fla. and formerly of Gladwin, died Sunday, March 23, at his home after a long illness. Born in Bay City June 28, 1920, he came to Gladwin County years ago. Mr. Mawhorter was a clerk at Roy Nestle's Gamble Store for several years. He then went to work for Lyle Development in Beaverton in Jan. 1971 and retired in July 1980. Mr. Mawhorter was also a member of the Gladwin Rural-Urban Fire Department for several years. He was married to the former Charlotte Allen.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Gerald of Gladwin; one daughter,, Diane Grove of Luther; 5 brothers, Jay of Ocala, Fla., Clair of Denver, Colo., Edward and Duane of Hudson, Fla., and Everett of Battle Creek; 2 sisters, Mrs. Joy Childers and Mrs. Elaine Barnes of Hudson, Fla.; and 7 grandchildren.

 

Services are incomplete and will be held at the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Gladwin County Record dated 3-26/1986 Column – 3 Page – 2.


LYDIA R. (DEMARAY) MAWHORTER (27 JUNE 1895 - 30 JUNE 1920)

 

MRS. RAY MAWHORTER

 

Mrs. Ray Mawhorter died in Bay City yesterday. The body will be brought to Gladwin for burial tomorrow. She was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Demaray. Gladwin County Record dated 7-1/1920 Column – 5 Page – 4.


RAY E. MAWHORTER (9 AUG 1893 - 16 MAY 1946)

 

We extend our sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Jack Mawhorter in the loss of Jack's father. Gladwin County Record dated 5-22/1946 Column – 4 Page – 2.


ETHELBERT J. MAXON (10 JULY 1926 – 23 JULY 1990)  

 

E.J.MAXON

 

E. J. (Junior) Maxon, 64, of 4371 Fitzwater Rd., Gladwin, died Monday, July 23, 1990, at the Mid- Michigan Regional Medical Center, Midland, after a long illness. Born in Broomfield Township, Isabella County, July 10, 1928, he moved to Gladwin County in 1970 from Sanford. Mr. Maxon was a pipe fitter for Dow Chemical Co. and retired Aug. 30, 1980, after 30 years. Mr. Maxon served in the Navy during World War II. He was a member of the VFW Rifle River Post 3774, Skidway Lake and was a retired volunteer with the Clement Fire Department. He was a past president of the Clement Fire Association, former chief steward

for Local 12075 and past commander of the Sanford American Legion Post.

 

Mr. Maxon and the former Elaine Isble were married Nov. 17, 1972, in Mt. Pleasant. Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Alan and Scott of Midland; 4 daughters, Mrs. Frank (Lydia) McCarthy of Huntington Beach, Calif.; Mrs. Joseph (Patricia) Chritz, Mrs. Jack (Carolyn) Cook and Mrs. Dennis (Laura) Aldridge of Midland; his foster mother, Mrs. Irene Andrews of Houghton Lake; 5 step-sons, Floyd McDonald of Curtis, Dean and Robert Isble of Gladwin;

George Isble of Bentley and Andrew Isble of Chicago; 3 stepdaughters, Laura Heisler of Cambridge, N. Y., Mary Crandall and Georgene Burnham of Gladwin; one brother, Norval of Mt. Pleasant; 4 sisters, Florence Jeffrey, Myrtle Garrett and Esther Bardaville of Mt. Pleasant and Geraldine Walton of Fresno, Calif.; 25 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

 

Services were held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Elder Keith Chapman officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Military graveside service was held by the Rifle River VFW Post 3774. Gladwin County Record dated 8-1/1990 Column – 4 Page – 2.


AUDREY V. (DENMAN) MCCOLLEY (27 MAY 1915 – 4 JAN 1982) s/w Carl E.

 

AUDREY McCOLLEY

 

Mrs. Audrey V. McColley, 66, of 2197 W. Ridge Rd., Gladwin, died Monday, Jan. 4, in McLaren Hospital, Flint. Born in Chippewa County on May 27,1915, she lived most of her life in Gladwin County. She was a member of the Gladwin Free Methodist Church. The former Audrey Denman, she was married to Carl McColley on November 27, 1930,

in Gladwin.

Besides her husband, she is survived by one son, Derwent of Farmington Hills; 2 daughters, Mrs. Thomas (Valerie) Allen of Davisburg and Mrs. Fred (Beverly) Harrison of Linden; 2 sisters, Mrs. Lillian LeCureaux of Byron and Mrs. Olive Clark of Gladwin; 4 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

 

Services will be held Thursday at 3:30 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Bob Shoaff will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 1-6/1982 Column – 3  Page – 2.


CARL E. MCCOLLEY (1 FEB 1902 – 15 JAN 1987) s/w Audrey V.

 

Carl E. McColley, 84, of Gladwin, died Thursday, Jan. 15, in the Midland Hospital Center after

a brief illness. Born in Gladwin County Feb. 1, 1902, he had spent his lifetime here and farmed. He was a member of the Gladwin Free Methodist Church. Mr. McColley and the former Audrey Denman were married Nov. 27, 1930, in Gladwin. She

preceded him in death Jan. 4, 1982.

 

Surviving are one son, Derwent of Farmington Hills; 2 daughters, Mrs. Thomas (Valerie) Allen of Florida and Mrs. Fred (Beverlee) Harrison of Linden; one brother, Cloyce of Prescott, Ariz.; 4 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

 

Services were held Monday at 11 a.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Milton McColley officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 1-21/1987 Column – 5 Page – 2.


CLARE V. MCCOLLEY (18 AUG 1924 - 22 DEC 2002)
CLARENCE F. MCCOLLEY (20 APR 1893 – 18 DEC 1968) s/w Etta M.

 

Ex-Resident Is Buried Here

 

Clarence F. McColley, 75, of St. Clair Shores and formerly of Gladwin, died Wednesday, Dec.

18, after a short illness. Born in Marion, Ohio, on April 20, 1893, he lived in Gladwin County from 1904 to 1934 when he moved to St. Glair Shores, He was married to the former Etta Peters on Nov. 6, 1918. She preceded him in death on March 7, 1957.

 

Survivors include, five sons, Wayne of Detroit, Clare of New Baltimore, David, Donald and

Lloyd of St, Clair Shores; three daughters, Mildred McColley and Mrs. Rosalee Carlson of St. Clair Shores and Mrs. Ardena Downer of Utica; three brothers, William and Cloyce of Gladwin and Carl of Marion; two sisters, Mrs. William Porterfield of Burt and Mrs. Ethel Peters of Lansing.

 

Rites were held Saturday from the Miner Funeral Home and burial was in the Ridge. Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-23/1968 Column – 3 Page – 1.


CLOYCE T. MCCOLLEY (17 MAY 1907 – 25 SEP 1995) s/w Nellie L.

 

CLOYCE MCCOLLEY

 

Cloyce McColley, 88, of Prescott, Ariz, and formerly of Gladwin, died Monday, Sept. 25, 1995 in Phoenix, Ariz, following a short Illness. Born May 17, 1907 in Gladwin, he was a lifetime resident of the county until 1977 when he moved to Arizona. Mr. McColley was employed as a teacher for the Gladwin and Beaverton school system until he retired from Beaverton Rural Schools In 1970. He was a member of the Prescott, Ariz. Free Methodist Church and Gideons International. Mr. McColley was very active in the Gladwin Free Methodist Church

and served on the board, building committee and other capacities when he resided here.

 

He married the former Nellie Measel May 26, 1932 in Gladwin and she preceded him in death Jan. 1, 1986. Surviving are one son, Richard V. of Phoenix, Ariz.; one daughter, Kay L. Miner of Phoenix, Ariz.; 7 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 8 brothers and sisters.

 

Rites will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Oct. 2 from the Gladwin Free Methodist Church with the Rev. Carl Koerner officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday at the church. Memorials are suggested to the Gideons. Arrangements were handled by the Smith-Miner Funeral Home in Midland. Gladwin County Record dated 9-27/1995 Column – 1 Page – 7.


ELAINE CHERYL MCCOLLEY (1 JUNE 1945 - 1 OCT 1946)

 

Services Held for Infant Daughter

 

Elaine Cheryl McColley, 1 year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence McColley, of St. Clair

Shores, died at the Gladwin Hospital on Sunday, October 6, of bronchial pneumonia, after an illness of only five hours.

 

Funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the home of the child's uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Cloyce McColley, Gladwin township, with the Rev. Henry Schmidt, pastor of the Gladwin Free Methodist church officiating. Burial was in the Ridge cemetery.

 

Elaine Cheryl was born on May 31, 1945 in St. Clair Shores and was spending a one-week vacation in Gladwin with her parents at the time of her death. Mr. and Mrs. McColley are former residents of Gladwin county.

 

Surviving besides her parents are five brothers, Wayne, Clair, Donald, Lloyd and David and three sisters, Mildred, Rosalee and Ardena, all at home; grandfather, Horton McColley, of Gladwin; also several uncles and aunts, in Gladwin. One brother, Max, died in the service of the United States Army. Gladwin County Record dated 10-9/1946 Column – 4 Page – 1.


ETTA M. (PETERS) MCCOLLEY (2 SEP 1900 – 7 MARCH 1957) s/w Clarence F.

 

The community extends its sympathy to Clarence McColley and family in the loss of wife and

mother. Mrs McColley was formerly Miss Etta Peters of Northeast McClure. Gladwin County Record dated 3-13/1957 Column – 4 Page – 9.

 

Former Resident Buried in Ridge Cemetery

 

Mrs. Etta M. McColley, 56, a resident of St. Clair Shores, died Thursday, March 7, at the Harper Hospital in Detroit after an illness of several months. Etta M. Peters was born on September 2, 1900, the daughter of the late Ethel and David Peters, in Gladwin County. In 1918, she was married to Clarence McColley in Gladwin and lived here before moving to Detroit in 1934.

 

Surviving are her husband, Clarence; five sons, Wayne, Clare Donald and Lloyd of St. Clair

Shores; David, at home; three daughters, Mrs. Rosalee Carlson, Miss Mildred McColley and Mrs. Ardena Downer of St. Clair Shores; and eight grandchildren.

 

Funeral services were held at the Miner Funeral Home with the Rev. William H. Range officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery with four nephews and two friends of Detroit acting as pallbearers. Relatives attending the services were from Hillman, Traverse City, Elk Rapids, Flint, Saginaw, Burt, Lansing, Byron, St. Clair Shores and Detroit. Gladwin County Record dated 3-20/1957 Column – 6 Page – 2.


HORTON ELMER MCCOLLEY (15 JAN 1866 – 5 APR 1966) s/w Edith

 

County's Oldest Resident Passes

 

Gladwin County lost it’s oldest resident when Horton E. McColley, of Gladwin Township,

passed away early Tuesday morning following an illness of a week. Mr. McColley was 100 years old in January, Born in Bryan, Ohio, Jan. 15, 1866, he was married to the former Miss Mary Edith Gray in 1890, who died in 1943. They came to Gladwin County in 1898 and settled on their farm on Ridge Road in Gladwin Township, where he resided until his death.

 

Mr. McColley had been in reasonably good health until his final illness and occupied himself with small chores around the home where he and his son William lived. Hunting and fishing were favorite recreations throughout his lifetime and although his hunting activities were more limited in recent years he purchased a deer hunting license last fall.

 

Mr. McColley is, survived by six sons, Earl of Detroit, Clarence of St. Clair Shores, Carl of Manistee, Lewis of Elk Rapids, William and Cloyce, of Gladwin; two daughters, Mrs. Ethel Peters of Lansing, Mrs. Lena Porterfield of Burt; 29 grandchildren, 35 great grandchildren, and several great great grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Grace Bricker of Miamisburg, Ohio.

 

Services will be held Friday at 11:00 a.m. at the Miner Chapel and burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. The Rev. Charles Allen will officiate. Gladwin County Record dated 4-6/1966 Column – 2 Page – 1.


MARY EDITH (GRAY) MCCOLLEY (10 SEP 1868 – 20 MAR 1943) s/w Horton Elmer

 

Funeral Services Held For Mrs. H. E. McColley

 

Mary Edith Gray, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Gray of Mansfield, Ohio was born September 10, 1868. She died Saturday March 20th. She was married to Horten E. McColley of Marion, Ohio March 18, 1889. To them were born nine children, all of whom are living. Mr. and Mrs. McColley moved to Gladwin in the spring of 1897, to their present home. Her parents and two brothers preceded her in death.

 

Surviving besides her husband are nine children, William at home, Earl, Clarence, Lewis and

Carl of Detroit, Ethel of Lansing, Lena of Burt, Vernon and Cloyce of Flint; twenty-eight grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren and a host of friends.

 

Funeral services were held Monday at 2 p. m. at the Wagarville Methodist church with Rev. L Washmuth officiating, assisted by Rev. Ralph Milks of the Free Methodist church. Burial was in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 3-24/1943 Column – 6 Page – 1.


MAX W. MCCOLLEY (2 JUNE 1921 - 15 SEP 1944)

 

SOLDIER RITES SATURDAY

 

   Military funeral services will be held for Sgt. Max W. McColley, son of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence McColley, of St. Clair Shores, at the Reigle Funeral Home at 2 p.m. on Saturday, February 12. Burial will be in Ridge cemetery. Sermon and prayer service will be conducted by the Rev. H. Schmidt of the Gladwin Free Methodist church. The Gladwin Post of the American Legion will assist in the service.

   Sgt. McColley was born in Gladwin township, June 2, 1921, and spent his early childhood here. In 1934 he moved with his parents to St. Clair Shores, where he attended high school. He enlisted in the service in October of 1942 and was killed in action at Metz, Germany, on Septmeber 14, 1944.

   Surviving him are his parents; five brothers, Wayne, Clare, Donald, Lloyd and David, and three sisters, Mildred, Mrs. Rosalee Carlson and Ardena. One sister, Elaine, died two years ago. Sgt. McColley will lie in state at the Reigle Funeral Home from Thursday afternoon until the time of the funeral. Gladwin County Record dated 02-09/1949 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

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NELLIE L. (MEASEL) MCCOLLEY (25 MARCH 1910 - 2 JAN 1986) s/w Cloyce T.

 

NELLIE MCCOLLEY

 

   Mrs. Nellie L. McColley, 76, of Prescott, Ariz. and formerly of Gladwin, died in the Prescott Hospital Thursday, Jan. 2, after a long illness. She was born in Hambler, Ohio, March 25, 1910. The former Nellie Measel, she was married to Cloyce McColley May 26, 1932, in Gladwin, Mrs. McColley was an elementary school teacher in Gladwin County for many years and was active in the Free Methodist Church. She moved to Prescott in 1978 to be near her children.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by one son, Richard, of Phoniex; one daughter, Kay Miner of Phoniex; one brother, Laurence of Homer; one sister, Mrs. Mildred Hund of Beaverton; 7 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Gladwin Free Methodist Church. The Rev. Burton Kincaid officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the church. Arrangements were in charge of the Miner Funeral Home, Midland. Gladwin County Record dated 01-08/1986 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

WILLIAM H. MCCOLLEY (11 SEP 1896 - 29 MAY 1960)  

 

RITES HELD FOR WM. MCCOLLEY

 

   William H. (Wid) McColley, 72, of Gladwin Township, died Thursday, May 29, in Saginaw Veterans Hospital, after an illness of several months. Born in Ohio, on Sept. 11, 1896, he was a farmer and a veteran of World War I. Mr. McColley had lived in Gladwin County since he was two years old. He had never married.

   Surviving are two brothers, Cloyce, of Gladwin and Carl, of Marion; two sisters, Mrs. Ethel Peters, of Lansing and Mrs. Lina Porterfield, of Burt. Rites were held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Miner Funeral Home. The Rev. Charles Allen officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-04/1969 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

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CATHERINE MCCORMICK (21 MARCH 1853 - 1918) Wife of William McCormick

 

McCormick — Catherine McCormick, wife of William McCormick, died at their home in Gladwin after several weeks illness. She was born March 21, 1853, in Ontario, Canada, and was aged 64 years and 22 days.

 

In 1861 she came with her parents to Lapeer county. She was married to William McCormick Jan. 20, 1876, and later moved to Gladwin where they lived on a farm in Sage township until they moved to Gladwin a few years ago. They are the parents of three children, Mrs. Ralph Bennington of Gladwin township, Clayton W. McCormick, of Flint and one child who died in infancy.

 

She is survived by her two children, her husband, two brothers. Thomas Kelley of Silverwood, Michigan, and Edward Kelley of West Branch, and three sisters. Mrs. Martin Heenan of Imlay City, Mrs. Benj. Macklem of Marlette and Mrs. William Butterfield of Lapeer.

 

Services were held at the Methodist Episcopal church, Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock, conducted by her pastor, Rev. J. H. Cornelius; burial in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 4-18/1918 Column – 5 Page – 5.

WILLIAM MCCORMICK (17 FEB 1845 – SEP 1932)

 

WILLIAM McCORMICK

 

William McCormick was born Feb. 17, 1845, at Brantford, Ont., He came to Michigan in 1862, settling at Marlette, Sanilac county. He was married to Catherine Kelly in 1877. She preceded him in death April 12, 1918, at their home in Gladwin. To that union were born two children, Mrs. Myrtle Maud Bennington and Clayton W. McCormick, of Flint.

 

Mr. McCormick has lived with his son since the death of his beloved wife. For the past four years his health has been declining and for some time he has been waiting for his call home, which came about 10 a. m. Wednesday, Aug. 24, at the ripe age of 87 years.

 

He is survived by his son and daughter and seven grandchildren. While able he attended the Emanuel Baptist church and was known by all as a faithful Christian. Gladwin County Record dated 9-8/1932 Column - 5 Page - 1.

 

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IDA F. (PIERCE) MCCRAY (27 APR 1868 – 30 JULY 1947) s/w Lavern P.

 

HOLD SERVICES FOR MRS. IDA MCCRAY

 

Mrs. Ida McCray, 79, died at her home in Gladwin township on Wednesday, July 30. Funeral

services were held on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Reigle Funeral Home, with burial

in the Ridge cemetery. The Rev. John R. Scott of the Gladwin Methodist church officiated.

 

Ida Pierce was born on April 27, 1868, in Vermont, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Pierce.

In 1900 she was married to LaVern McCray in Wheatfield, Indiana. Mr. and Mrs. McCray came to live in Gladwin county 39 years ago from Indiana.

 

Surviving are her husband, LaVern; two daughters, Mrs. Mariorie Redhead, of Lansing and

Mrs. Mildred Willford, of Gladwin; one son, Roger McCray, of Gladwin; one sister, Mrs. Harriet Miller, of Oak Park, Illinois and 13 grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 8-6/1947 Column – 5 Page – 1.


LAVERN P. MCCRAY (14 JUNE 1874 – 1 SEP 1949) s/w Ida F.

 

Services Held for LaVern McCray

 

Funeral services for La Vern McCray, 78, were held at the Reigle Funeral Home on Saturday

afternoon, with burial in the Ridge cemetery. The Rev. John Scott, of the Gladwin Methodist

church, officiated. Mr. McCray made his home alone on his farm a mile north and a half mile east of Gladwin. He was found by Sheriff Arthur Kelly, who was called when neighbors noticed that Mr. McCray's horses were not being cared for.

 

It is thought that his death occurred either Tuesday or Wednesday. He was a retired farmer and has been a resident of Gladwin county for the past 41 years. He was born in Pennsylvania on June 14, 1874, and was married to Miss Ida Pierce on June 14, 1900. in Indiana. Mrs. McCray passed away in July, 1947.

 

Surviving are one son, Roger McCray, of Gladwin; two daughters, Mrs. J . W. Redhead of Lansing and Mrs. Buryl Willford of Gladwin; one sister, Mrs. Cora Bailey, of Oklahoma; also 13 grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 9-7/1949 Column – 4 Page – 1.


ROGER PIERCE MCCRAY (5 MAY 1903 – 2 MAR 1970)

Services Thursday for Roger McCrae

 

Roger P. McCrae, 66, of Gladwin Township, died Monday, March 2, in the Gladwin Hospital. Born on May 5, 1903, in Starke County, Ind., he came to Gladwin County in 1908. Mr. McCrae was a farmer and raised registered Angus livestock. He was married to the former Mary E. Heath on Dec. 19, 1936, in Paw Paw.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Ida Willford, Mrs. Ramona Foster and Mrs. Ella Nettieton, all of Gladwin; two sons, Leonard and Walter, of Gladwin; one step-son, Roger Cameron, off Gladwin; two sisters, Mrs. Marjorie Redhead, of Phoenix, Ariz., Mrs. Mildred Willford, of Gladwin; and 15 grandchildren.

 

Services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Miner-Mathews Funeral Home. T h e Rev. Winston Decker will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 3-4/1970 Column – 6 Page – 1.


EARLY G. MCDANIELS (20 AUG 1918 - 17 DEC 1996)

 

EARLY G. (MACK) McDANIELS

 

Early G. (Mack) McDaniels, 78, of Gladwin, died Tuesday, Dec. 17, 1996 at the MidMichigan Regional Medical Center-Gladwin. Born Aug. 20, 1918 in Sullivan, Ind., he served his country during World War II in the Army Air Corps. He married the former Helen (Mickey) Weaver, Dec. 25, 1941 in Terre Haute, Ind.

 

Early retired from General Motors Metal Fabrication in 1977 after 31 years, when they moved

to Gladwin County. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He belonged to the VFW Post 11256, American Legion Post 171 where he was past commander, Gladwin Eagles No. 3292, Local 659, and was active with the Boys State Program through the American Legion.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Vickie Henderson of Flint; one son, Richard and wife Lori of Flint; and one granddaughter, Andrea McDaniels of Flint.

 

Services were held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Sisson Funeral Home with Chaplin Joseph White officiating. Burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Graveside services were under the auspices of VFW Post 11256 and an American Legion Memorial was held Wednesday evening at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the charity of ones choice. Gladwin County Record dated 12-25/1996 Column – 5 Page – 2.

 

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HELEN MICKEY (WEAVER) MCDANIELS (11 OCT 1922 - 2 NOV 1998)

 

HELEN "MICKEY" MCDANIELS

 

Helen "Mickey" McDaniels, 76, of Gladwin, died Monday, Nov. 2, 1998 at the home of her son Richard and wife Lori McDaniels in Flint. Born Oct. 11, 1922 in Shelburn, Ind., she married Early McDaniels, Dec. 25, 1941 in Terre Haute, Ind. He preceded her in death Dec. 17, 1996. They came to Gladwin in 1977, but owned property since 1951. She was a member of the

American Legion Post #171 Ladies Auxiliary, and the Eagles #3292.

 

Surviving are one son, Richard and wife Lori of Flint; one brother, Ray Weaver of Cleveland, Ohio; and one granddaughter, Andrea McDaniels of Flint. She was preceded in death by one sister.

 

Services will be held at 11 a.m. tomorrow (Thursday) at the Sisson Funeral Home in

Gladwin with Rev. Robert Marshall officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home today (Wednesday) from 2 to 6 p.m. Gladwin County Record dated 11-4/1998 Column – 2 Page – 2.


DONALD R. MCDONALD (24 FEB 1923 - 25 OCT 2001), s/w Iris

 

   Donald R. McDonald, 78, passed away on Oct. 25, 2001 at the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans following a long illness. McDonald was born Feb. 24 1923 to Donald and Helen (MacDonald) McDonald in Newark, New Jersey. He worked for Ford Motor Company as a mechanic and retired in 1988. McDonald married Iris (Williamson) McDonald on March 24, 1945 in England. She precedes him in death (1996). He was also a WWII Veteran of the Unites States Army.

   He is survived by two daughters; Rosalie and husband John Combs of AuGres, MI and Dawne and husband Robert Heinz of Gladwin, MI; two sons; Donald M. and wife Cheryl McDonald of Plymouth MI and Robert J. and wife Gina McDonald of Clayton, AL; 12 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; Sisters Eleanor Dygert of Crystal Lake, IL, June Hanna of Detroit, MI and Midge Coe of Rudyard, MI; and several nieces and nephews.

   Funeral services were held Saturday, Oct. 27, 2001 at 11 a.m. at Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin, MI. Pastor Brad Withrow officiated. Visitation was on Friday, Oct. 26 from 3-9 p.m. also at Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record

 

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IRIS (WILLIAMSON) MCDONALD (1 APR 1922 – 30 MAY 1996) s/w Donald R.

 

IRIS MCDONALD

 

Iris McDonald, 74, of Gladwin, died suddenly Thursday, May 30, 1996 at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center - Gladwin. Born April 1, 1922 in Tarnworth Staffordshire, England, she resided in Gladwin since moving from Garden City. The former Iris Williamson married Donald R. McDonald March 21, 1945 in England.

 

Besides her husband, she is survived by 2 daughters, Rosalie and husband John Combs of

AuGres, and Dawne and husband Robert Heinz of Gladwin; 2 sons, Donald and wife Cheryl of Westland, and Robert of Eufaula, Ala.; one sister, Elaine Maren of Tamworth Staffordshire, England; 12 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren.

 

Rites were held at 11 a.m. Saturday from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin chapel and the

Rev. Donald Robe officiated. Gladwin County Record dated 6-5/1996 Column – 3 Page – 7.


JOHN A. MCDONALD (15 JULY 1896 - 25 APRIL 1971)

 

JACK MCDONALD

 

   Services are being held today for John A. (Jack) McDonald, 74, who died Sunday forenoon, April 25, at Gladwin Area Hospital following an illness of several months. A farmer, his home was at 269 Ridge Road, Gladwin. Born in Jackson, July 15, 1896, he was married to the former Julia Milligan in 1943, in Armada, and moved to Gladwin County in 1944. Mr. McDonald had formerly lived in Detroit and served in England with the Canadian army in World War I, from 1914 to 1919.

   Surviving are his wife, Julia; a daughter, Mrs. Kathleen McMillan of Johnstown, Pa.; a son, Robert McDonald of Gladwin; a step-son, John Louk of Lennon; one sister, Mrs. Ethel Pleiss of Ferndale; 14 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.

   The Rev. John Cermak officiated at the 11:00 a.m. services April 28 (today), at the Mathews Funeral Home. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-28/1971 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

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JULIA M. MCDONALD (23 DEC 1909 – 8 NOV 1988)  Mother

 

JULIA MCDONALD

 

Julia M. McDonald, 79, of 294 E. Ridge Rd., Gladwin, died Tuesday, Nov. 8, in the Clare Nursing Home after a long illness. Born in Clarkston, Dec. 23, 1909, she came to Gladwin County in 1944. Mrs. McDonald worked at the Gladwin Nursing Home for 18 years. She was a member of the Wooden Shoe United Methodist Church and the American Legion Post 171 Auxiliary. The former Julia Milligan, she was married to John McDonald in 1943 in Armada. He preceded her in death in 1971.

 

Surviving are a daughter-in-law, Rose Louk of Gladwin; 2 sisters, Justine Hinkle of Mt. Morris and Nelly Smith of Florida; friends, Albert and Roberta Walker of Gladwin; 8 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren. A son, John Louk, preceded her in death in 1983.

 

Rites were held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Carter Miller officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 1-16/1988 Column – 3 Page – 2.


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ROBERT A. MCDONALD (10 SEP 1926 - 13 NOV 1984)

 

ROBERT MCDONALD

 

   Robert A. McDonald, 58, and formerly of Gladwin, died Tuesday, Nov. 13, at the Town & Country Nursing Home after a long illness. Born in Highland Park Sept. 10, 1926, he moved to Gladwin County in 1944. He was a carpenter for the Grand Trunk Railroad and a veteran of World War II. Mr. McDonald was married to the former Mary Louk.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 daughters, Ida Ellsworth of Durand, Mary Ann McDonald of Palm Bay, Fla. and Cindy Carper of Florida; one son, Robert J.; a sister, Kathline McMillan of Johnston, Pa.; and 12 grandchildren.

   Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Edward Jaynes officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery with graveside rites by VFW Post 7303. Gladwin County Record dated 11-21/1984 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

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CARRIE FIDELLE (CARD) MCDOUGALL (18 OCT 1873 – 28 APR 1946) s/w James A.

 

Carrie F. McDougall, 765 E. Stewart Ave., age 74, died Sunday, April 28, 1946, at the residence. Funeral services will be held at 7 P. M. Wednesday, May 1, 1946, from Riegle Funeral Home, 2417 S. Saginaw St., Rev. F. G. Black officiating. Body will be at the funeral home until 10 A. M. Thursday, then will be taken to Gladwin for committal service at Ridge Cemetery. Death was caused by complications after an illness of 3 years. She was born in Moscow, Ontario, Oct. 18, 1873, daughter of Mr. and Mrs.William Card. She came to Flint 30 years ago from Gladwin. Married March 18, 1894 to James McDougall in Oak Park Church, Gladwin. Member of Gladwin Rebecca Lodge. Surviving are: Husband, James; son Fay of Flint; 4 grandchildren; sister, Mrs Charles Bauserman of Flint; brot

her, John Card of Mt. Morris, Mich. [29 Apr 1946,The Flint Journal].

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JAMES ALBERT MCDOUGALL (7 JUNE 1867 – 9 NOV 1953) s/w Carrie F.

 

James Albert McDougall, 107 E. Broad St., Linden, age 86, died Monday, November 9, 1953, at St. Joseph Hospital. Funeral services will be held at 8:30 P. M. Wednesday, Nov. 11, 1953, from Colonial Chapel, Riegal Funeral Home, 2417 S. Saginaw St., Rev. Kenneth Hoffmaster officiating. Burial in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Body will be the funeral home. Committal service, Thursday at 2 P. M. at the cemetery under the auspices of Gladwin Lodge, IOOF. He was born in Ontario, Canada, June 7, 1867. He lived in Flint 34 years until moving to Linden 3 years ago. Mr. McDougall was a member of the Oak Park Methodist Church, and the Gladwin Lodge IOOF. He was employed at Buick Motor Division for 34 years, retiring 6 years ago. Surviving are: Son, Fay McDougall of Linden; 4 grandchildren; 5 greatgrandchildren, sister Mrs. Anna Johnson of Ferndale, Michigan; several nieces and nephews. [10 Nov 1953, The Flint Journal].

Contributed by: Matthew Adair

 

DUNCAN MCEACHERN (11 NOV 1848 - 28 DEC 1904) 56 years old

 

DUNCAN McEACHREN DEAD

 

Prominent Citizen of Butman Township Answers Last Roll Call

 

Duncan McEachren, who was a resident of the township of Butman for a number of years, died suddenly Dec. 28, 1904. He had been feeble for a long period. He was confined to his bed for two days, and from the first had no hope of recovery. He was about 55 years of age, and a prominent member of the F. M. church. Two daughters survive him, one being Mrs. Ockerman of Butman township, and the other Mrs. Hamson of Arenac county.

 

Mr. McEachren had a reputation for being an upright citizen, and was respected by all his acquaintances. He had several times held township and school offices. He kept a hotel at Meredith during the palmy days of that town.

 

The funeral services were held Friday, and the body interred in the Gladwin township cemetery. Rev. F. Crandall officiated. Gladwin County Record dated 1-6/1905 Column – 4 Page – 1.


JOHN K. MCFARLAND (? - 15 MARCH 1886) Aged 63 years, 1 month & 15 days

 

PASSED AWAY.

 

Death of John. McFarlane, a Pioneer of Gladwin County.

 

The death of John McFarlane, which had been expected for some time past, occurred on Monday morning last. That wasting disease, consumption, had slowly but surely done its work, until "Uncle John," as he was known by all, had to yield to its fatal grasp. He died at his

farm in Gladwin township, where he had resided 13 years past, Mr. McFarlane was born at Glengary Canada, and at his death was aged 62 years, 4 months and 2 days. He was esteemed by all to whom he was known and had filled the offices of superintendent of the poor, justice of the peace, and other offices. He was united in marriage some ten years ago, and his wife survives him.

 

He was reared by Presbyterian parents, and three years since united with that church, in which he filled the position of elder. He died as he had lived, at peace with all, and in full assurance of his faith.

 

A large number of friends and neighbors attended the funeral services, which were held at the church last Wednesday. Rev. S. C. Tiney preached an appropriate sermon from the text, "Let me die the death of the righteous, and let my last end be like his." (Num. xxiii-10.)

The remains were interred in the Gladwin township cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 3-19/1886 Column – 5 Page – 5.


BENJAMIN MCGILVERY (24 MAY 1911 – 1 NOV 1974) s/w Valda

 

BEN McGILVERY

 

Ben McGilvery, 63, of 717 N. M-18 Gladwin, died Friday, November 1, at the Midland Hospital following an extended illness. Born in Grout Township, May 24, 1911, the son of Hugh and Clara Campbell McGilvery, he was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County. He was a member of the Gladwin Free Methodist Church. Mr. McGilvery and the former Valda Thiel were married June 14, 1958, in Gladwin. He had been a farmer, an operator at Dow Chemical Co. in Midland retiring in 1967, a school bus driver and custodian of the Free Methodist Church until 1973.

 

Surviving are his wife, Valda; a sister, Opal McGilvery of Gladwin; 2 brothers, Gordon of Clio and Howard of Key Largo, Fla., several nieces and nephews.

 

Services were held Sunday at 1:30 p.m. at the Gladwin Free Methodist Church with the Rev. Robert Shoaff officiating and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Mathews Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 11-6/1974 Column – 4 Page – 2.


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GRACE E. (MARCELLA) MCKIMMY (25 OCT 1926 - 29 JUNE 1990)

 

Grace McKimmy, 63, of Parkway Ct. Gladwin. drowned Friday, June 29, 1990, in the pond on Parkway Ct. Born in Buffalo, N.Y., Oct. 25, 1926. She moved to Gladwin County in 1985 from Detroit. The former Grace Marcella she was married to Robert McKimmy, July 11, 1972. He preceded her in death Aug. 28, 1989.

Surviving are one son. Rick Bashlor of Inkster; 2 stepsons, John McKimmy of Midland and Stephan McKimmy of Detroit, one brother, Victor of New York 4 sisters, Sarah Sortiso, Lee Marcella, Florence Marcella and Jennie Gentile of New York. 3 grandchildren and 10 step grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son David in 1983.

Rites were held Monday at 9:00 a.m. from the Sisson Mathews Funeral Home. Deacon Stanley Bemamger officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery.Gladwin County Record dated 07-04/1990 Column - 3 Page - 2


ROBERT EMITT MCKIMMY (10 MARCH 1924 - 28 AUG 1989)

 

Robert E. McKimmy, 65, of 2724 Parkway Ct., Gladwin died Monday, Aug. 28, 1989, in St. Luke's Hospital, Saginaw. Born in Detroit, March 10, 1924, he moved to Gladwin County in 1985 from Detroit. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Moose and a carpenter for Local 118. Mr. McKimmy and the former Grace Marcella were married July 11, 1972.

Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, John of Midland and Stephan of Detroit; a step-son. Rick Bashlor of Inster; 2 brothers, Jack McKimmy of Beaverton and Thomas Spray of Westland; 2 sisters, Shirley Sammons of Detroit and Betty Osborn of Westland; 10 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a step son, David Bashlor and a sister, Harriet Osborn.

Rites will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. from the Sisson Mathews Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-30/1989 Column - 3 Page - 2


DENNIS E. MCMICHAEL (16 JUNE 1942 - 22 OCT 1989)


PETER MCMILLAN (1 APRIL 1876 - 27 FEB 1912)

 

MCMILLAN.

Peter McMillan died Tuesday at 4 a.m. after a long illness at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Weir in Gladwin township. Funeral services will be held Friday at 12 o’clock noon and will be in charge of the Knights of Phythias. Gladwin County Record dated 2-29/1912 Column – 1 Page – 4.

 

SUSAN (GREER) MCNEES (11 JUNE 1846 - 30 MAY 1919) Mother

 

Mrs. Susan McNees died May 30, at her home on Silver Leaf street after an illness of two years. She was born June 11, 1846, in Cavin county, Ontario. In 1895 she and her children, Lawrence and Minnie, came to Gladwin county and settled on a farm in Gladwin township, where they lived until they moved to their present home. She is survived by her son, Lawrence McNees, and her daughter, Minnie McNees, and her brother, William Greer.

Mrs. McNees was a member of the Presbyterian church. Services were held Sunday at the residence conducted by Rev. Lawrence, pastor of the Presbyterian church at Beaverton, followed by interment in Ridge cemetery. Her brother-in-law, John McNees, Bradner, Ohio, came to attend the funeral. Gladwin County Record dated 06-05/1919 Column - 7 Page - 1


WILLIAM W. MCNEIL (7 JAN 1947 - 23 JAN 1989)

 

William W. McNeil, 42, of 525 Elk St., Gladwin, died suddenly Monday, Jan. 23, in the Gladwin Area Hospital. Born in Houghton Lake, Jan. 7, 1947, he came to Gladwin County in 1975, from Pontiac. Mr. McNeil was employed by the Gladwin City Department of Public Works for 14 years. He was Past Worshipful Master of the Gladwin Masonic Lodge 397 and Worthy Patron of the Gladwin Order of Eastern Stars Chapter 84. He was also a former Gladwin Rural-Urban fireman. Mr. McNeil and the former Sue Ridley were married July 15, 1967, in Gladwin.

Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Mark, at home; one daughter, Angela, at home; his mother, Mabel McNeil of Houghton Lake; his in-laws, Genan and Virginia Ridley of Gladwin; one brother, Jim of Houghton Lake; 2 sisters, Charlotte Turner of Saginaw and Sarah Hogel of Cadillac; a half brother, Martin Burns of Houghton Lake; and one grandson.

Services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Joel Hurley will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. A Masonic and Eastern Star service will be held tonight, Wednesday, at 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Gladwin Athletic Association. Gladwin County Record dated 01-25/1989 Column - 2 Page - 2

 

SP 5 US ARMY VIETNAM

 

MARGARET MAGGIE (RADLEY) MCQUESTION (23 DEC 1856 – 30 JUNE 1946) Mother

 

Long Illness Fatal to Aged Lady

 

Mrs. Margaret M. McQuestion, 90, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Carrie Grove, in Gladwin, after an illness of a number of years. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, at 1:30 o'clock at the Reigle Funeral Home, followed at 2 o'clock, by a service at the Bethel Methodist church. Rev. L. Garchow will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge cemetery.

 

Margaret Radley, was born on December 23, 1856 in DeKalb county, Illinois, the daughter of

Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Radley. In 1877 she was married to John McQuestion in Manson, Iowa. She has been a resident of Gladwin for the past 23 years, previous to which she made her home in Paulding county, Ohio. She was a member of the Bethel Methodist Church.

 

Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Carrie Grove, of Gladwin; one son, Grover McQuestion, of

Toledo, Ohio; one sister, Mrs. Emma McLaughlin, of Blanket, Texas; 19 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 7-3/1946 Column – 2 Page – 1.


ANNA MAE (WESLEY) MCRAE (1914 - 1943)
HENRY MEISTER (1913 – 28 SEP 1921)

 

RILEY

 

Riley, Oct. 8.—Mr. Meister and family have our deepest sympathy in the loss of their little son, who died last Wednesday with diphtheria. Gladwin County Record dated 10-6/1921 Column – 3 Page – 3.


JULIUS MEISTER (14 FEB 1888 – 2 JUNE 1967) s/w Theofila,

 

Rites Held for Julius Meister

 

Julius Meister, 79, of 225 West Grout Street, Gladwin, died at his home Friday evening,

June 2. A retired farmer, Mr. Meister had been ill for several months. Born in Russia Feb.14, 1888, he had lived in Cleveland, Ohio, from 1905 to 1917, when he came to Gladwin County. He and the former Miss Theofila Redman were married in Cleveland Nov. 23, 1912. Mr. Meister was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church.

 

Survivors are his wife, Theofila; three sons, Walter of Gladwin, Herbert of East Detroit, and Clarence of Toledo, Ohio; and one daughter, Mrs. Edwin (Clara) Betke of St. Clair Shores; two brothers, Oscar and Ernest, of Germany; two sisters, Mrs. Gusta Sempt of Warren and

Miss Amelia Meister of Gladwin; nine grandchildren and two great grandchildren. His oldest

son, Henry, preceded him in death.

 

Services Were held Monday at 1:00 p.m. at Our Savior Lutheran Church with the Rev. Ernst

Mueller officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. A family prayer was held at, 9:30 p.m. Sunday at the Miner Chapel. Gladwin County Record dated 6-7/1967 Column – 5 Page – 1.


ALBERT LEONA MILLER (19 APR 1896 – 22 SEP 1958) s/w Bertha

 

Services Thursday for Albert Miller

 

Albert Miller, 62, Sherman Township farmer, died Monday after an illness of two weeks. Born on April 19, 1896, in Germany, he came to Gladwin County from Cleveland, Ohio, 26 years ago. On August 16, 1930, he was married to the former Bertha Wagner at Oberlin.

 

Survivors include his wife, Bertha; a daughter, Mrs. Alma Schultz, of Alameda, California; a stepdaughter, Mrs. Ann Southwell, of Flint; a stepson, Harold Jobe, of Detroit; nine grandchildren and one great grandchild. A daughter preceded him in death.

 

Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p. m. at the Zion Lutheran Church in Oberlin. The

Rev. William J. Hassold will officiate and burial is in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 9-24/1958 Column – 7 Page – 1.


BARBARA J. MILLER (8 MARCH 1927 - 22 OCT 1995)

 

BARBARA J. MILLER

 

Barbara J. Miller, 68, of Gladwin, died suddenly Sunday, Oct. 22, 1995 at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center - Midland. Born March 8, 1927 in Goodrich, she resided in Gladwin

since 1989 when she moved from Flint. She had been employed by General Motors at the Ternstedt Plant in Flint until retiring in 1983 after 30 years. She was a member of the Secord Eagles Club, Aerie 4121.

 

Surviving are 2 sons, Gary Miller and Allen Miller, both of Flint; one brother, Wilfred Slade of California; 2 sisters, Maxine Goff of Farwell, and Mildred Danielson of Flint; and 2 grandchildren, Kristy and Sean Miller; both of Flint. She was preceded in death by a brother, Eldon Slade and special friend Roger Sandbank.

 

Services will be held at 4 p.m. today (Wednesday) from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin chapel. The Rev. Deane Wyllys will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Friends may call at the funeral home today from 9 a.m. until the time of service. A special Secord Eagles memorial service was held at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday. Gladwin County Record dated 10-25/1995 Column – 1 Page – 7.

 
BERTHA (WAGNER) MILLER (25 OCT 1894 – 20 AUG 1970) s/w Albert L.

 

Services Held for Bertha Miller

 

Mrs. Bertha Miller, 75, of Gladwin, died Thursday, Aug. 20, in the Gladwin Hospital after an

illness of a week. Born in Germany on October 25, 1894, she came to Gladwin County in 1932 from Cleveland, Ohio.

 

The former Bertha Wagner, she was married to Albert Miller in 1930. They moved to Oberlin

in 1932 where they farmed until his death in 1958. Mrs. Miller moved into Gladwin five years

ago.

 

Surviving are one son, Harold Jobe, of Detroit; one daughter Ann Southwell, of Flint; one stepdaughter Mrs. Alma Schultz, of Freemont, Calif; two brothers, Ernest and Rudolph Wagner, of Cleveland; two sisters, Mrs. Helen Downing and Mrs. Hilda Schuffert, of Cleveland; nine grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.

 

Services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Miner-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Ernst Mueller officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-26/1970 Column – 1 Page – 1.


GEORGE ALBERT MOLESWORTH, II (16 SEP 1864 - 18 OCT 1939) s/w Elizabeth

 

GEORGE MOLESWORTH DIES OCTOBER 18 IN SAGE

 

George Molesworth died at his home in Sage township Wednesday, October 18, 1939. George Albert Molesworth was born in Dorchester, Canada September 16, 1864 and was married to Elizabeth Woodard September 13, 1891 in Sanilac county, Michigan.  To them were born nine children, one child, a son preceded him in death.  Mr. and Mrs. Molesworth came to Gladwin county in 1893, lived in Grout township a year then moved to Sage township where they have since resided.  Mr. Molesworth was a township highway commissioner and a school Treasurer of Sage for a number of years.

 

Besides his wife he leaves to mourn two sons, Leon of Gladwin, William of Grand Rapids, six daughters, Mrs. William Anderson of Flint.  Mrs. Dave Anderson, Mrs. Dewey Brunner, Mrs. Charles Tenwalde, Mrs. John Oravets all of Gladwin and Vivian at home, one brother William Molesworth of Pontiac, one sister, Mrs. Minnie Bradshaw of Flint, thirty four grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral services were conducted Saturday by Rev. A. J. Hoolsema of Skeels and assisted by Rev. Wayne Palmer of the Riley Church.  Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-25/1939 Column - 1 Page - 1

 

GEORGE CLIFFORD MOLESWORTH (1 APRIL 1906 - 13 DEC 1910 ) Son of George & Elizabeth

 

Clifford, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Molesworth of Sage township, died Dec. 13 at 6:30 A.M. of heart failure caused by malarial toxemia, aged 4 years, 8 months, and 12 days.  Services were held from the residence Dec. 15 at 10 A.M. followed by interment in the Ridge cemetery.

 

Child of George and Sarah Elizabeth Woodard Molesworth.  Died at 4 years, 8 months, 12 days old.  Buried in Ridge Cemetery with parents and sister, Harriette Leonora Molesworth Anderson. Gladwin County Record dated 12-22/1910 Column - 6 Page - 5

 

SARAH ELIZABETH "LIBBIE" (WOODWARD) MOLESWORTH (26 APRIL 1873 - 5 JAN 1941) s/w George

 

Services will be held Thursday for Mrs. George Molesworth, who died at her home in Sage township Sunday  following a long illness. Sarah Elizabeth Molesworth was born April 26, 1873 in Sanilac county. She was married to George Albert Molesworth, who preceded her in death about a year ago.

   Surviving are two sons, Leon at home, William of Grand Rapids, six daughters, Mrs. William Anderson of Flint, Mrs. David Anderson, Mrs. Dewey Bruner and Mrs. Charles Tenwalde of Gladwin, Vivian of Harrison and Mrs. John Oraves of Flint, two brothers, C. E. Woodard of Gladwin and R. E. Woodard of Port Huron, and three sisters, Mrs. Leo Moore of Hart, Mrs. David Bradley of Bay City and Mrs. Ira Carpenter of Gladwin.

   Rev. Wayne Palmer of the Evangelical Church will conduct the services at 1 P.M. at the home and at 2 P.M. at the Riley Evangelical Church. Burial will be in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-08/1941 Column - ? Page - ?

 

SERVICES THURSDAY FOR MRS. GEORGE MOLESWORTH

 

   Mrs. Sarah Elizabeth Molesworth was born in Speaker township, Sanilac county, April 26, 1873, and died January 5 at her home in Sage township at the age of 67 years. She was united in marriage to George A. Molesworth, September 13, 1891, and came to Gladwin about 50 years ago. One son preceded her in death December 13, 1912, also her husband October 18, 1939.

   Mrs. Molesworth was converted and joined the Baptist Church at the age of nineteen and remained faithful until death. She leaves to mourn her loss eight children Leon A. Molesworth, Mrs. David Anderson, Mrs. Dewey Brunner, Mrs. Chrales Tenwalde, and Vivian, all of Gladwin, Mrs. William Anderson and Mrs. Johnnie Oraves of Flint, and William E. Molesworth of Grand Rapids. Three sisters and two brothers, also 35 grandchildren.

   Funeral services were held Thursday at 2 o'clock at the Riley Evangelical Church with Rev. William Palmer officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-15/1941 Column - 8 Page - 1


SYLVIA ANN (WILSON) MOLESWORTH (22 MARCH 1847 - 13 MARCH 1922) s/w William T.

 

MRS. SLYVIA ANN MOLESWORTH

 

   Sylvia Ann Molesworth died March 13, 1922, at her home in Sage township from the effects of a stroke of paralysis, after an illness of five days, aged 75 years, 11 months and 10 days. Sylvia Ann Wilson was born March 22, 1846, in Ontario and was married in 1864 to William Molesworth, who died April 29, 1918.  She was a member of the Baptist Church.  In 1881 they moved to Sanilac county and in 1892 to Gladwin county.  Five children were born to them, three of whom survive her, George Molesworth and Mrs. Minnie Bradshaw of Gladwin and William T. Molesworth of Yale.

   Services were held at the Riley church March 17 conducted by Rev. William Warrilow.  Interment in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-13/1922 Column - 2 Page - 4

 

(Marriage year in question.  His obit gave May 24, 1868.  Gwen had 1863. Sylvia's obit gives 1864.  Need to verify somehow.)


WILLIAM THOMAS MOLESWORTH, SR (12 FEB 1842 - 29 APRIL 1918)

 

   MOLESWORTH---William Molesworth died at his home in Sage Township, April 29, 1918, after a long illness, aged 76 years, 2 months and 17 days.  He was born at Cartright, Canada, Feb. 12, 1842.  He was married to Sylvia Ann Wilson May 24, 1868 [should be 1863].  To them were born five children.  In 1881 the Molesworths moved to Sanilac county, Michigan, where they resided until 1897 when they moved to Gladwin and settled on a farm in Sage township.  In 1878 he was converted and joined the Baptist church of which he remained a faithful member until his death.

   Two children preceded him to the better world--Daniell Molesworth, Dec. 28, 1890, at Speaker, and Mrs. Maggie Clark, Nov. 24, 1916, at Gladwin. Mrs. Molesworth survives and two sons, George Molesworth of Sage township and William Molesworth of Sanilac county, and one daughter, Mrs. Minnie Bradshaw of Gladwin township, three sisters, Mrs. Almina Vanning of Forest, Canada, Mrs. Elizabeth Gee of Sioux Falls, Iowa, and Mrs. Mary Ellen Chrystler of Yale, Mich.

   Services will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock at Riley church conducted by Rev. A. J. Hettler.  Interment in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-02/1918 Column - 5 Page - 5

 

ISAAC C. MOON (? - 10 JAN 1911)

 

   Isaac C. Moon died Jan. 10 at the county infirmary. Interment took place in Ridge cemetery Jan. 11. Gladwin County Record dated 01-12/1911 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

FLOYD T. MORRIS, SR (22 MARCH 1903 - 14 DEC 1972) Beloved Husband & Father

 

Floyd Morris

 

Floyd T. Morris, 69, of Gladwin, died Thursday, Dec. 14, at the Oakland County Hospital after a long illness. Born in Providence, Ky., on March 22, 1903, he had lived in Gladwin County since 1965. He was retired from the Baldwin Rubber Co. in Pontiac. Mr. Morris and the former Ruth Searfoss were married on Jan. 19, 1952, in Gladwin.

 

Surviving besides his wife are, one son, Floyd Jr. of Clarkston; one stepson, Donald Yager of Clarkston; a stepdaughter, Laura Eddy of Keego Harbor; one sister, Marry Stevers of Gary, Ind.; one brother, Ernest of Corunna; and two grandchildren.

 

Rites were held Sunday at 2 p. m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. F. E. Yoller officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-20/1972 Column – 6 Page – 2.


CLARK O. MURPHY (18 JAN 1887 - 13 OCT 1966)

 

RITES HELD FOR CLARK MURPHY

 

   Clark O. Murphy, 79, of Sage Township, died Thursday following an illness of one week. Rites were held Monday at 1:30 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. John W. Cermak officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Mr. Murphy was born in Van Wert, Ohio, on Jan. 18, 1887. He retired from Buick Motors in Flint and came to Gladwin County eight years ago. He was married to the former Grace Edick who preceded him in death in 1928.

   Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Loirs MacLennan and Mrs. Marion Howe, both of Mt. Morris; three sons, Chester, Grand Rapids, Clifford, Mt. Morris and Carl of Sturgis; two brothers, Homer and Rome, of Ohio; three sisters, Mrs. Zaylia Huffman and Mrs. Glenn Drew of Fort Wayne, Ind. and Mrs. Maude Long of PHILLIPS; 15 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 10-19/1966 Column - 5 Page - 2  
GRACE EMALINE (EDICK) MURPHY (28 FEB 1895 - 26 FEB 1928)

 

MRS. CLARK MURPHY

 

   Mrs. Clark Murphy died Sunday at her home in Flint of tuberculosis. Mrs. Murphy was formerly Miss Grace Edick, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Edick of Gladwin township. The body was brought to Gladwin Tuesday and taken to the home of Mr. Murphy's sister, Mrs. George Wood.

   Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon, March 1, at 2 o'clock at the Free Methodist church. Gladwin County Record dated 03-01/1928 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

MRS. CLARK MURPHY

 

   Mrs. Grace Emaline Murphy, nee Edick, was born Feb. 28, 1895, at Gladwin, she died Feb. 26, 1895, at her home at 205 E. Bishop avenue, Flint, of a complication of diseases, after an illness of a year. She was the daughter of Thomas G. Edick and Mary Edick, former residents of Gladwin township. She was married Oct. 16, 1912, to Clark Murphy, and to this union were born two daughters, Lois and Marian, and four sons, Harold Wayne, who preceded her in death, Chester, Clifford and Carl. Her father died three years ago. Their home was in Gladwin until they moved to Flint two years ago.

   She was loved by all who knew her, for her sunny disposition and smile, which remained with her through sickness and suffering and endured until the last. She was a kind and loving wife, mother and daughter. Her trust was in God and as the end drew nearer He became more precious to her. The husband, five children, mother four sisters, three brothers and a host of friends mourn her loss.

   Services from out of town who came to attend the funeral of Mrs. Murphy were Mr. and Mrs. M. Murphy and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Brew and son Bryon and Mrs. C. Hoffman of Fort Wayne, Ind., Mr. and Mrs. Albert Edick and daughter Fay of Flint and Rex Edick of Midland, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Groat of Rhodes.

 

We will often think of that dear one

   Who now is silent and cold,

Thank God we all known she's in heaven.

   And her name in Christ's book is enrolled.

Dear husband, dear children and loved ones.

   Prepare to enter that gate

That Jesus so kindly has opened,

   On the way that is narrow and straight,

Where the sweet angels are singing

   Forever with God to remain,

And our dear one is waiting

   And there ye will see her again.

Gladwin County Record dated 03-08/1928 Column - 3 Page - 4


ELPHA GRACE (BRUNER) MURRAY (17 APRIL 1928 - ?) s/w Glenden Friend
GLENDEN FRIEND MURRAY (13 SEP 1918 - 20 OCT 1994), s/w Elpha Grace

 

GLENDEN F. MURRAY

 

   Glenden F. Murray, 76, of Gladwin, died Thursday, Oct. 20, 1994 at the MidMichigan Regional Medical Center - Gladwin, following a sudden illness. Born Sept. 13, 1918 in Clare County, Mr. Murray was a heavy equipment operator in road construction. He also farmed in Butman Township for 30 years. Mr. Murray was a veteran of World War II and resided in Gladwin County most of his life. He married the former Elpha Bruner Sept. 18, 1946 in Gladwin.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by his mother, Belle Stoner of Gladwin; one son, Jimmie and wife Annette of Gladwin; 3 daughters, Judy and husband Russell Allen of Gladwin, Jean and husband Ernest Carr of Ovid, and Linda Murray of Gladwin; and 10 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one daughter, JoAnn Murray in August 1952. Services were held at 1 p.m. Monday from the Sisson Funeral Home, Gladwin. The Rev. Robert Marshall officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. A graveside service was conducted by the Gladwin County VFW Post 7303. Memorials may be made to the Michigan Heart Association. Gladwin County Record dated 10-26/1994 Column - 1 Page - 6


JOANNE MURRAY (15 AUG 1952 - 19 AUG 1952) Baby

 

Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Glenden Murray, a daughter, at West Branch, Friday. We extend our

sympathy to them in the loss of their baby. Graveside services were conducted at the Ridge cemetery Sunday afternoon. Gladwin County Record dated 8-20/1952 Column – 7 Page – 7.

 

ANDREW E. MYERS (6 SEP 1867 - 26 DEC 1957) s/w Ella

 

Long Time Farmer Dies

 

Andrew E. Myers, 90, of Swartz Creek, a former resident of Gladwin County, died Thursday, December 26, following a 15 month illness.

 

He had resided on a farm in Butman Township, for 56 years. Born September 6, 1867, in Paulding, Ohio, he married Ella Mae Tucker, August 2, 1902 in Gladwin. She died in 1951.

Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Cecil Wright of Oscoda; four sons, Orville, Alfred, William and Leo, all of Flint; a sister Mrs. Myrtle McFadden, of Flint, 20 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

 

Funeral services were held Sunday at 1:30 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. G.G. Lyons officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 1-1/1958 Column – 7 Page – 1.


ELLA MAE (TUCKER) MYERS (28 JULY 1881 - 27 OCT 1951) s/w Andrew

 

Funeral services for Mrs. Ella Mae Myers, 68, were held Tuesday afternoon at the Hall Funeral home. The Rev. Erma Pierce, of the Beaverton Church of the Nazarene, officiated and burial was made in the Ridge Cemetery.

 

Ella Mae Tucker was born on July 28, 1883, in Paulding County, Ohio. She was married to Andrew Myers on August 7, 1902 in Gladwin, and had been a resident of the county since that time. Mrs. Myers was in ill health for the past two years and passed away at her Butman Township home on Saturday October 27.

 

Survivig are her husband Andrew, four sons, Orvel, George A.,William and Leo, all of Gladwin, one daughter, Mrs. Fannie Wright of Flint; six brothers, five sisters, 18 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 10-31/1951 Column – 8 Page – 1.

 

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GERALDINE R. “GERRY” (KOCH) NABOZNY (13 MARCH 1936 – 10 JAN 1994)

 

Geraldine R. (Gerry) Nabozny, 57, of Roseville died Monday, Jan. 10. 1994. She was born in Detroit on March 13, 1936. She worked with Judication with the State of Michigan. The former Geraldine Koch, she was married to Jerome Nabozny on July 21, 1958.

 

Besides her husband, she is survived by a brother John, of Roseville.

 

Rites were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson Funeral Home and burial was in the   

Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 1-19/1994 Column – 5 Page – 2.


ELSIE M. (SEARFOSS) NASH (28 SEP 1912 - 4 JULY 1994) s/w Frank S.

 

Elsie Nash, 81, of Gladwin died Monday, July 4, 1994, at her home. Born in Secord Township Sept. 28, 1912, she was a resident of Gladwin County her entire life. She was a member of Skeels Baptist Church. The former Elsie Searfoss, she married Frank Nash on Nov. 23, 1948. He died Jan. 9, 1983.

Survivors include one son, Floyd (Bud) Campbell of Gladwin; one daughter, Ida Hetherington of Gladwin; one step daughter, Marian Mathews Rondan of Harrison; one brother, George Searfoss of Gladwin; one sister, Eva Matthews of Lapeer; 8 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one brother, Floyd Campbell.

Rites will be held Thursdy at 11 a.m. at Sisson Funeral Home. The Rev. Carl Briggs will officiate, and burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Skeels Northern Christian School. Gladwin County Record dated 07-06/1994 Column - 3 Page - 2


FRANK S. NASH (22 JAN 1904 - 9 JAN 1983) s/w Elsie

 

Frank S. Nash, 78, of 3847 N. M-8, Gladwin, died Sunday evening, Jan. 9, in the Gladwin Area Hospital following an illness of several years. Born in Sherman Township on January 22, 1904, he lived and farmed there all his life. He was a member of the Skeels Baptist Church. Mr. Nash and the former Elsie Searfoss were married November 23, 1948, in Gladwin.

Besides his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Walter (Marion) Mathews of Harrison; one step-son, Floyd Campbell of Gladwin; one step-daughter, Mrs. Warren (Ida) Hetherington of Gladwin; 2 brothers, John of Westerville, Ohio and Sam of Coleman; 8 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.

Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Carl Briggs officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-12/1983 Column - 3 Page – 2


RUBIE (KELLER) NASH (24 DEC 1893 – 8 DEC 1981) s/w Walter L.

 

RUBIE NASH

 

Mrs. Rubie Nash, 87, of 1663 N. M-18, Gladwin, died Tuesday, Dec. 8, in the Gladwin Area Hospital. Born in Chestonia Township, Antrim County, on December 24, 1893, she moved to Gladwin County in 1921. Mrs. Nash was a member of the Skeels Baptist Church. The former Rubie Keller, she was married to George Easton March 1, 1918, and he died in 1921. She was married to Walter Nash April 24, 1926, at Skeels. He preceded her in death June 9,1975.

 

Surviving are 2 sons, Aaron Easton of Bay City and Donald Nash of Otter Lake; 3 daughters, Mrs. Ralph (Thelma) Schillinger of Lake Fenton, Mrs. William (Jennie) Bryant of Pinckney and Mrs. Duane (Darlene) Klamer of Gladwin; 21 grandchildren and 41 great grandchildren.

 

Services were held Friday at 1:30 p.m. from the Skeels Baptist Church. The Rev. Carl Briggs officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 12-16/1981 Column – 5 Page – 2.


WALTER LEVI NASH (16 OCT 1883 – 9 JUNE 1975) s/w Rubie

 

WALTER L. NASH

 

Walter L. Nash, 91, of 1663 N. M-18, Gladwin, died Monday, June 9, at Clare Nursing Home.

Born in Ionia County, October 16, 1883, he was the son of Samuel and Elizabeth Voder Nash. Mr. Nash came to Gladwin County about 1925 and made his home in Sherman Township near Skeels. He and the former Rubie Easton were married April 24, 1926, in Skeels.

 

He lived and farmed in Sherman Township, retiring in 1970. Active in township affairs; Mr. Nash served as treasurer for 38 years and as supervisor for a number of years. He was a member of the Skeels Baptist Church and the County Farm Bureau.

 

Surviving are his wife, Rubie; a son, Donald W. of Otter Lake; a daughter, Mrs. Duane (Darlene) Klamer of Gladwin; 3 step-children, Aaron Easton of Bay City, Mrs. Ralph (Thelma) Schillinger of Lake Fenton and Mrs. William (Jennie) Bryant of Pinckney; 20 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren.

 

Services are being held today (Wednesday) at 2:30 p.m. at Skeels Baptist Church with the Rev. Carl Briggs officiating and burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Mathews Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 6-11/1975 Column – 4 Page – 2.


CHARLES A. NEASON (2 JUNE 1870 - 15 MAY 1909)

 

COMMITTED SUICIDE.

 

Charles A. Neason of Gladwin Township Shoots Himself.

 

Charles A. Neason, living in Gladwin township, committed suicide Saturday by shooting himself in the forehead. He was a single man about 40 years of age, came to Gladwin several years ago, and lived with his brother and sister on the Neason farm. No cause is known for the act. He had been a trifle moody, and had at various times talked of suicide,

but was suspected of no serious intentions in that line. Justice Doane was called as acting coroner to the scene, and he with Sheriff Sisco made an investigation, determining that the

facts surrounding the case were too apparent to demand an inquest. The corpse was found in the wood shed, where the fatal shot was fired. Gladwin County Record dated 5-20/1909 Column – 3 Page – 1.

 

NEASON.

 

Charles Andrew Neason died at his home by his own hand five miles northeast of Gladwin Saturday, May 15, at 12:30.

 

He was born in Fremont, Ohio, June 2, 1870 and moved to Gladwin five years ago with his father. He leaves to mourn, his aged father, one brother and three sisters, William and Irene at home, Mrs. T. C. Flaherty of Gibsonburg, Ohio and Mrs. G. W. Rhoades of Robinson, Ill. Gladwin County Record dated 5-27/1909 Column – 4 Page – 1.


JOHN C. NEASON (25 MARCH 1838 - 27 AUG 1912)

 

OBITUARY.

 

NEASON.

 

John C. Neason, son of John and Jane Neason died at his home in Gladwin,

Aug. 27. He was born in Chester, Pennsylvania, Mar. 25, 1838. During his early childhood his parents moved to Sandusky county in Ohio. He lived there until about 9 years ago. Mr. Neason was the father of six-children, four of whom are living: Mrs. G W. Rhoades of Robinson, Ill, Mrs. T. C. Flaherty of Gibsonburg, 0, and Irene and William Neason who reside at home. He also leaves to mourn him, two brothers Thomas and Andrew Neason, of Toledo,

four grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

 

He was preceded to the grave by his wife and two sons. He was a good father and neighbor, loved and respected by all. Mr. Neason has been in poor health for some time.

 

Those in attendance at the funeral from a distance were: Mrs. T. C. Flaherty of Gibsonburg, 0, Mrs. G. W. Rhoades of Robinson, Ill., Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Neason, Toledo, and Ralph

and Grover Overmire, Detroit. Gladwin County Record dated 9-5/1912 Column – 3 Page – 4.


CHARLES H. NETTLETON (20 SEP 1926 - 24 AUG 1997) m. 23 Sep 1945, s/w Elnora M.

 

CHARLES H. NETTLETON

 

Charles H, Nettleton, 70, of Gladwin, died Sunday, Aug. 24, 1997 at MidMichigan Regional

Medical Center-Gladwin after a short illness. Born Sept. 20, 1926 in Gladwin, he lived here his whole life. Charles married the former Norie Thorington, Sept. 23, 1945 in Gladwin. He was employed at The Dow Chemical Company in Midland retiring in 1984.

 

Besides his wife he is survived by three daughters, Sharon and husband James Coleman of

Davison, Sandy and husband Rick Green and Nora and husband Tom Strunk, all of Gladwin; two sons, Robert and wife Martha of Burton and Lewis and wife Monica of Gladwin; one sister, Freda Looker of Gladwin; 10 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one brother, William in 1981 and one sister,

Josephine Roberts in 1997.

 

Services will be held at 1 p.m. today (Wednesday) at the Hall Funeral Home with the Rev.

Timothy Verity officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to American Diabetes or American Red Cross, Gladwin County. Gladwin County Record dated 8-27/1997 Column – 1 Page – 2.

 


ELNORA M. “NORIE” (THORINGTON) NETTLETON (4 FEB 1927 - 7 JUNE 2001) m. 23 Sep 1945, s/w Charles H.

 

Elnora M. "Norie" Nettleton, 74, of Gladwin, died Thursday, June 7, 2001 at the Living Centre in Gladwin.

Born Feb. 4, 1927 in Gladwin, she was the daughter of John and Edna (Fries) Thorington. She was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County. Elnora married Charles Nettleton, Sept. 23, 1945 in Gladwin. He preceded her in death in 1997. She was a homemaker.

 

Surviving are three daughters, Sharon and husband James Coleman of Houghton Lake, and Sandy and husband Rick Green, and Nora and husband Thomas Strunk, all of Gladwin; two sons, Robert and wife Martha of Burton, and Lewis and wife Monica of Gladwin; 11 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; one brother, Harold Nettleton of Gladwin; three sisters, Geneva Willford of Gladwin, and Betty Winters and Carol Laughlin, both of Holly; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Lewis Thorington; and one sister, Bonnie Irwin.

 

Services were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, at Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin, with Rev. Timothy Verity officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or the American Diabetes Association.


ELOUISE JUANITA (GIFFORD) NETTLETON (10 OCT 1923 - 9 DEC 2002) Beloved wife & mother

 

Obituary for Marjanna's mother, Elouise Nettleton, dated Dec. 11, 2002 & Dec 18, 2002 where her marriage information was added to obit in Dec 11th addition and
corrections made to survivors.

Elouise Juanita Nettleton, 79, of Gladwin, died Dec. 9, 2002 at the home of her loving daughter and son-in-law, Betty and David Pavlovich of Flint, following a long illness.

Elouise was very generous in taking in those who needed a home, feeding the hungry, offering her services to those in need and supporting those less fortunate than herself. Her
kindness was abundant to her family, friends and community. She will be missed by all.

She was born in Gladwin Oct. 10, 1923 to James Earl and Marjorie Olivia (Wilson) Gifford.  She married William Walter Nettleton in Flint on May 29, 1948. He died Nov. 10, 1981.

She spent most of her life in Gladwin as a homemaker and loving mother and grandmother. She also worked in area nursing homes, the last being the Days Nursing Home. She was a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary and Our Savior Lutheran Church.

Surviving are three daughters and son-in-laws, Linda (Andy) Walters of Camden New York, Juanita Brown of West Branch, Ronald Shell of Gladwin, Elizabeth (Betty) and David
Pavlovich of Flint; ten grandchildren, Timothy and Jason Walters, Johanna Davis, William,
Edwin and James Brown, Todd and Matthew Shell, Stephanie Wills and Lisa Riley; 14 blessed great-grandchildren; many special nieces and nephews; a brother-in-law, Dewey
Cameron; sister-in-law Freda Looker; and the family of the late Jim and Dorothy Day.

She was preceded in death by her daughter Marjanna Shell Feb. 13, 1984, two grandchildren, Theresa and Tony Shell, a son-in-law Ernest Brown, two sisters, Loudica (Lou) Nettleton and Joan Cameron, one brother, James Carl Boyd Gifford, and a
very special friend, James Day.

In lieu of flowers the family asked that contributions be made to the Gladwin County Animal Shelter, 9191 S. River Road, Gladwin, in her memory.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, Dec. 12 at 11 a.m. at the Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin with Pastor Phil Hortop officiating. The family will accept visitors Wednesday, Dec. 11 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin.

HENRY "HARRY" NETTLETON (20 JUNE 1860 - 8 AUG 1934) s/w Marjanna

 

HARRY NETTLETON DIES IN GLADWIN

 

SUCCUMBS TO LONG ILLNESS; WAS 74 YEARS OLD

 

   Harry Nettleton, who has been in failing health for several months, died at his home this morning (Wednesday) at about 8 o'clock, August 8, 1934. He was born at Bridington, England, June 20, 1860, and came to Canada in 1880, landing at Halifax, Nova Scotia. From there he went to Toronto, and later was employed with the crew on the Canadian Pacific railroad.

   In 1884 he came to Michigan and Gladwin, taking employment in the lumber woods. He married Miss Marjanna Babcock July 7, 1889, and made a home on a farm in Gladwin township. Leaving the farm in charge of a son he moved to Gladwin, taking up his present residence on Arcade street. Eight years he served as janitor at the courthouse and jail, where he mad many friends by his competent service and pleasant ways.

   Mrs. Nettleton survives with four sons, William H. of Gladwin township, George R. of Eaton Rapids, Roy E. and Fred at home; five daughters, Mrs Blanche Searfoss, Mrs. Margaret Searfoss, Mrs. Jennie Morrison and Mrs. Clara Hundley of Gladwin, and Mrs. Minnie Rhoads of Holly; 31 grandchildren and three great grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Amelia Bilton, in England.

   Nettleton was a member of the I.O.O.F. and Orangeman lodges and often entertained at the meetings with singing. Definite funeral arrangements have not been made, but it is planned to hold services at the Methodist church sometime Saturday. Gladwin County Record dated 08-09/1934 Column - 4 Page - 1


LOUDICA (GIFFORD) NETTLETON (24 SEP 1915 - 18 MAY 1995) s/w Roy E.

 

LOUDICA O. NETTLETON

 

Loudica O. Nettleton, 79, of Gladwin, died Thursday. May 18, 1995 at MidMichigan Regional

Medical Center - Midland following a short illness. Born Sept. 24, 1915 in Gladwin, she resided in Gladwin since 1971 and was formerly from Ortonville. The former Loudica Gifford married Roy Nettleton Dec. 10, 1934 in Harrison. He preceded her in death June 13. 1982.

 

Surviving are 4 sons, Richard and wife Carolyn of Mt. Morris, Ronald and wife Ella of Gladwin, Edward and wife Dorothy of Holly, and Douglas and wife Sharon of Oxford; 3 daughters, Patricia and husband Ray Radzwion of Sanford, Evon and husband Fred Sleeper of Gladwin, and Sally and husband Richard Terry of Harrison; one sister, Elouise Nettleton of Gladwin; 26 grandchildren; 48 great grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. She was

preceded in death by one brother, James Gifford and one sister, Joan Cameron.

 

Rites were held at 3 p.m. Saturday from the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin chapel with the

Rev. Henry List officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the donor's favorite charity. Gladwin County Record dated 5-24/1995 Column – 3 Page – 2.


MARJANNA (BABCOCK) NETTLETON (25 MARCH 1874 - 22 JUNE 1942) s/w Henry

 

SERVICES HELD JUNE 22 FOR MRS. MARJANNA NETTLETON

 

   Funeral services were held for Mrs. Henry Nettleton Monday afternoon, June 22 at the Gladwin Methodist church who died at her home at Pleasant Valley June 20. Marjanna Nettleton was born March 25, 1874 at Colebrook, Ontario. She came with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Babcock to Gladwin County in the spring of 1881 and married Henry Nettleton July 7, 1889 in Gladwin. They resided at Wagarville until they moved to the Nettleton Farm at Pleasant Valley where they lived until 1920, when they came to Gladwin. Mrs. Nettleton returned to Pleasant Valley six years ago. To them 13 children were born, four dying in infancy. Mr. Nettleton preceded her in death in August 8, 1934.

   Surviving are four sons and five daughters; Will on the home farm George and Ray in Gladwin, Fred at home, Mrs. George Searfoss and Mrs. Lou Searfoss of Secord township, Mrs. John Morrison of Olivet, Mrs. Oscar Huntley of Gladwin, Mrs. Arthur Mein of Hastings, 39 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, one brother, Charles Babcock of Buckeye, two sisters, Mrs. Amirra Shanavar of Temperance, Mrs. Mary Craig of Flint and an aunt, Mrs. Nancy Matthews of Fenton.

   Rev. Floyd N. Drake officiated at the services and burial was held in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-24/1942 Column - 8 Page – 1


ROY E. NETTLETON (23 SEP 1909 - 13 JUNE 1982) s/w Loudica

 

Roy E. Nettleton, 72, of 521 Ridge Rd., Gladwin, died Sunday, June 13, in the Gladwin Area Hospital following an illness of three months. Born in Gladwin on September 23, 1909, he was a painter for 25 years for Pontiac Motors in Pontiac until retiring in September 1971. Mr. Nettleton moved back to Gladwin County 11 years ago from Ortonville. He was married to the former Loucida Gifford on December 10, 1934, in Harrison.

Besides his wife, he is survived by 4 sons, Richard and Ronald of Gladwin, Edward of Holly and Douglas of Oxford; 3 daughters, Mrs. Patricia Stroman of Beaverton; Mrs. Fred (Evon) Sleeper of Gladwin and Mrs. Richard (Sally) Terry of Drayton Plains; one brother, Fred of Gladwin; 3 sisters, Mrs. Jennie Moist of Charlotte, Mrs. Minnie Stowell of Davison and Mrs. Maggie Searfoss of Gladwin; 25 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.

Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Donald Bates officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-16/1982 Column - 7 Page - 2

WILLIAM H. NETTLETON, SR (30 DEC 1894 - 28 JAN 1967)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO WILLIAM NETTLETON

 

William Nettleton, Sr., 72, of Gladwin, died Saturday, Jan. 28, at the Saginaw Veterans Hospital following a long illness. A farmer, Mr. Nettleton was a life-long resident of Gladwin County. He was born here Dec. 30, 1894, and was a veteran of World War I. He was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church and Gladwin W.W. I Barracks No. 3421 - Veterans of Foreign Wars. Mr. Nettleton and the former Miss Rose Schranz were married in Gladwin on Nov. 2, 1919.

The survivors include his wife, Rose; two sons, William and Charles, of Gladwin; two daughters, Mrs. Josephine Roberts of Akron, Ohio, and Mrs. Freda Looker of Gladwin; five sisters, Mrs. Blanche Searfoss, Mrs. Margaret Searfoss and Mrs. Clara Huntley, of Gladwin, Mrs. Jennie Moyst of Charlotte, and Mrs. Minnie Stowell of Fenton; two brothers, Fred of Fenton and Roy of Ortonville; 15 grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. at Our Savior Lutheran Church with the Rev. Ernst Mueller officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-01/1967 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

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WILLIAM WALTER NETTLETON (3 AUG 1920 - 10 NOV 1981)

 

William W. Nettleton, 61, of 718 Ridge Rd., Gladwin, died Tuesday, Nov. 10, in the Gladwin Area Hospital following a long illness. Born in Gladwin Township on August 3, 1920, he had spent his lifetime here. Mr. Nettleton was a TV repaiman was retired from Robinson Industries. He was a veteran of World War II and a member of the Disabled American Veterans Post 77. Mr. Nettleton and the former Elouise Gifford were married May 29, 1948, in Flint.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his mother, Mrs. Rose Stutzman of Gladwin; 4 daughters, Mrs. Andrew (Linda) Walters of New York, Mrs. Ernest (Juanita) Brown, Marjanna Shell and Elizabeth of Gladwin; 2 sisters, Mrs. Josephine Kern of Beaverton and Mrs. Freda Looker of Gladwin; one brother, Charles of Gladwin; and 9 grandchildren. Services were held Thursday at 11 a.m. from Our Savior Lutheran Church. The Rev. Herbert Biermann officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 11-18/1981 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

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BENJAMIN C. NICKLESS (31 MARCH 1880 - 15 JUNE 1960) s/w Ida L.

 

SERVICES HELD FOR BEN NICKLESS

 

   Benjamin Nickless, 80, of Hope, died last Wednesday at McLain Rest Home, Gladwin, where he had been a patient for about a week. Born March 31, 1880, in Saginaw county, he had been a farmer at Gladwin prior to moving to Midland in 1928. He had been employed in the plant protection department at Dow Chemical Co. until his retirement in 1945. He was married in Gladwin county Dec. 8, 1908, to the former Miss Ida Emrick.

   Surviving besides his wife are two daughters, Mrs. Howard Rice, Midland, and Mrs. George Martin, Hope; three sons, William and Walter, both of Gladwin, and John, Midland; a sister, Mrs. M. W. Bellinger, Gladwin; eight grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Services were held Friday at Bradley Funeral Home, Midland, with the Rev. Raymond McBratnie officiating. Burial was in Ridge cemetery, Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 06-22/1960 Column - 3 Page - 1


BERYL NICKLESS (12 JULY 1919 - 30 NOV 1924)

 

Beryl, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Nickless of Gladwin township, died Nov. 30, 1924, aged 5 years, 4 months and 18 days. Her death occurred at Mercy hospital, Bay City, where she was operated on for appendicitis the week before.

 

Funeral services were conducted at the home by Rev. Charles Peterson, and burial took place in Ridge cemetery.

 

She leaves to mourn her loss besides her parents, two brothers, Neil and Clare, two sisters, Rhea and Maxine besides many relatives who deeply mourn the loss of a loved one, the pet of the household. But their loss is her gain, because Christ said “Suffer the little children to

come unto me, for such is the kingdom of Heaven.” Gladwin County Record dated 12-11/1924 Column – 4 Page – 4.


BYRON CLAYTON NICKLESS (18 DEC 1922 - 10 FEB 1923) Son

 

BYRON CLAYTON NICKLESS

 

Byron Clayton Nickless, beloved son of Mr. and Mrs. B. G. Nickless, was born Dec. 18, 1922, and died Feb. 10, 1923, aged 1 month, 23 days, of pneumonia. Besides his parents he leaves to mourn their loss two sisters, Lois and Ilo, grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. George Emrick and a number of other relatives.

 

Funeral services were held at the home at 11 o'clock Monday, burial in Ridge cemetery. He budded on earth to bloom in Heaven. Gladwin County Record dated 2-15/1923 Column – 5 Page – 5.


FREDERICK C. NICKLESS (17 MAY 1922 - 5 DEC 1922)

 

NICKLESS

 

Frederick, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. William Nickless, died Dec. 5, 1922, at their home north of Wagarville. He was born May 17, 1922. Funeral services were held at the home Dec. 7 at two o'clock in the afternoon, conducted by Rev. Charles Peterson. Burial at Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-7/1922 Column – 5 Page – 5.


GERALD H. "JERRY" NICKLESS (29 SEP 1928 - 6 NOV 2005) m. 24 Apr 1948, s/w M. Lorraine

 

GERALD H. NICKLESS

 

   Gerald H. "Jerry" Nickless, 77, of Gladwin passed away Sunday, Nov. 6, 2005 at the MidMichigan Medical Center in Gladwin. He was born in Gladwin on Sept. 29, 1928 to Walter and Iva Bellinger Nickless. He married the former M. Lorraine Fetterolf on April 24, 1948. Jerry lived in Gladwin County all his life and worked 33 1/2 years for Robinson Industries before farming in Gladwin Township. He loved to hunt and fish and was a member of the travel club and the Parkinson Group.

   Surviving are his wife, Lorraine; one daughter, Darla (Gary) Most of Gladwin; a daughter-in-law, Karen Abbey of Lakeview; four grandchildren, Dawn Wolfe (Eric Hamilton), Jason (Michelle) Most, Heather (Cory) Anderson and Mavis (Matt) Rosekrans; 11 Great grandchildren, Kristen, Lauren, Logan, Autumn, Cory, Grace, Amber, Ashlynn, Mandy, Melissa and Trey; and one brother, Clare (Phyllis) Nickless of Bay City. He was predeceased by one son, Randy; one brother, Neil; and two sisters, Rhea Foor and Maxine Breault.

   Services were held on Tuesday, Nov. 8 at the Sisson Funeral Home. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Gladwin County Record dated 11-09/2005 Column - 4 Page - 2


HARRY WAIN NICKLESS (18 APRIL 1916 - 24 AUG 1916)

 

Nickless—Harry  Wain, of Mr. and Mrs. William Nickless was born April 18, 1916, and died August 24. He is survived by his parents and one brother. Gladwin County Record dated 8-31/1916 Column – 5 Page - 9


IDA LORETTA (EMRICK) NICKLESS (6 DEC 1885 - 26 SEP 1963) s/w Benjamin C.

 

SERVICES FOR EX-RESIDENT

 

   Funeral services were held Sunday, Sept. 29, at 2 p.m. at the Bradley Funeral Home in Midland for Mrs. Ida Loretta Nickless, 77, of Route 1, Hope, who died Thursday, Sept. 26, at Golden Acres Convalescent Home, St. Louis. The Rev. Donald Wilson, pastor of the Hope Methodist Church, officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Born in Ohio, Dec. 6, 1885, she was married in Gladwin County Dec. 8, 1908, to Benjamin C. Nickless. They lived in Gladwin County until 1928 when they moved to Midland County. Mr. Nickless died in June, 1961. Mrs. Nickless attended the Hope Methodist Church.

   Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Howard L. Rice of Midland and Mrs. George M. Martin, Jr., of Hope; two brothers, Arnold F. Emrick of Flat Rock and Harvey T. Emrick of Gladwin; one sister, Mrs. P. O. (Erma) McCullen, of Midland; eight grandchildren and eight great grandsons. Gladwin County Record dated 10-09/1963 Column - 1 Page - 2


IVY "IVA" F. (BELLINGER) NICKLESS (23 SEP 1888 - 2 MARCH 1953) Mother, s/w Walter A.

 

IVA F. NICKLESS

 

   Funeral services for Mrs. Iva F. Nickless, 64, will be held at the Miner Funeral Home on Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The Rev. Frank Gardner, of the Wagarville Methodist church will officiate. Burial will be in the Ridge cemetery. Iva F. Bellinger was born on September 23, 1888 in Gladwin township. She was married to Walter Nickless on August 25, 1907 in Gladwin, and was a life time resident of the community. She had been in ill health for 14 years and passed away at her home on Monday, March 2.

   Surviving are her husband, Walter; three sons, Neil and Geral, of Gladwin and Clare, of Bay City; one daughter, Mrs. Maxine Breault, of Gladwin; her mother, Mrs. Dora Bellinger; three brothers, Ron Bellinger, of Gladwin; Dr. Don Bellinger, of Saginaw and Dr. Wright Bellinger, of Howell; three sisters, Mrs. Virgilene Ballmer and Mrs. Pearl Hickey, of Gladwin, Mrs. Geneva Love, of Mt. Pleasant; also 14 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Gladwin County Record dated 03-04/1953 Coumn - 5 Page - 1


KITTY (LONG) NICKLESS (4 APRIL 1887 - 27 AUG 1960) s/w William A.

 

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS. NICKLESS

 

   Mrs. Kitty Nickless, 73, of Gladwin Township, died Saturday after an illness of several months. The former Miss Kitty Long was born on April 4, 1887, in Gladwin Township, and lived her entire lifetime here. She was married to William Nickless on April 24, 1904, in Gladwin.

   Survivors include her husband, William; one son, Wilbur, of Gladwin; two sisters, Mrs. Nellie Wright of Saginaw and Mrs. Frankie McCormick of Flint; four grandchildren and four-great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday at 2 p.m. at the Miner Chapel. The Rev. Thurland Meredith, of the Wagarville Methodist Church, officiated and burial was in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-31/1960 Column - 5 Page - 1


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RANDALL LEE NICKLESS (28 MAY 1954 – 31 JULY 1979)

 

RANDALL NICKLESS

 

Randall L. Nickless, 25, of 680 South Hockaday Rd., Gladwin, died suddenly Tuesday, July 31, of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Born in Gladwin Township on May 28, 1954, he graduated from Gladwin High School in 1972. Mr. Nickless was a self employed

carpenter. He and the former Karen Prokos were married July 6, 1975, in Gladwin.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 children, Heather and Mavis; his parents, Gerald and Lorraine Nickless of Gladwin; and one sister, Mrs. Gary (Darla) Most of Gladwin.

 

Services will be held Thursday at 1:30 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Carter Miller will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-1/1979 Column – 3 Page – 2.


WALTER A. NICKLESS (25 AUG 1885 - 15 JULY 1970) Father, s/w Iva F.

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO WALTER NICKLESS

 

   Walter A. Nickless, 84, of north M-30, died early this morning, Wednesday, in Bay City General Hospital after an illness of 12 days. Born in Saginaw, on Aug. 25, 1885, he had lived in Gladwin County since about 1900. Mr. Nickless was a farmer. He was married to the former Iva Bellinger on Aug. 25, 1907, in Gladwin. She preceded him in death on March 2, 1953.

   Survivors include three sons, Neil and Gerald, of Gladwin and Clare, of Bay City; one daughter, Mrs. Maxine Breault, of Gladwin; one brother, John of Midland; 15 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren. Two children, Mrs. Rhea Foor and Beryl Nickless, preceded him in death. Services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Miner-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. John Cermak will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-15/1970 Column - 2 Page – 1


WILLIAM A. "WILL" NICKLESS (25 AUG 1885 - 17 DEC 1962) s/w Kitty

 

RITES FRIDAY FOR WILLIAM NICKLESS

 

   William A. (Will) Nickless, 77, died Monday following an illness of several weeks. A retired Gladwin Township farmer, he was born on Aug. 25, 1885, in Saginaw County, and came to Gladwin County at the age of 10 with his parents. He was married to the former Kitty Long on April 24, 1904, in Gladwin. She preceded him in death on Aug. 27, 1960.

   Survivors include a son, Wilbur, of Gladwin; two brothers, Walter, of Gladwin, and John, of Midland; a sister, Mrs. Kittie Bellinger, of Gladwin; four grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Friday at 1 p.m. at the Miner Chapel. The Rev. Ross Tracy will officiate and burial is in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-19/1962 Column - 5 Page - 1


LESLIE GEORGE NORTON (25 JULY 1924 - 19 MARCH 1992)

 

LESLIE NORTON

 

Leslie George Norton, 67, of Berkley, died at his home Thursday, March 19, 1992. Born in Gladwin, July 25, 1924, he had lived in Berkley since 1962. Mr. Norton was retired from Ford Motor Trim Repair and was a veteran of World War II. Mr. Norton and the former Delphine Phillips were married in 1956 in Novi.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Robert of Jupiter, Fla. and Patrick of Berkley; one daughter, Toni Schmittling of Farmington Hills; and 8 grandchildren.

 

Rites were held Saturday at 6:30 p.m. from the Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home, Berkley. Burial was held Monday at 1 p.m. at the Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 3-25/1992 Column – 4 Page – 2.

 

 

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LEAH STEPHANIE OARD (25 JAN 1971 - 22 AUG 1972) Beloved daughter

 

INJURIES FATAL TO CHILD

 

   An 18-month-old child was fatally injured Tuesday morning when she was run over by a car while playing in a driveway. Beaverton City Police Chief Gary Rushford said Leah Oard, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Oard, was playing in the driveway of the apartment house where her parents and Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Malosh live on Glidden Road when the mishap occurred about 10:30 a.m.

   Rushford said Mrs. Malosh had gotten into the car and started it and called to her son to get in also. The Oard girl was to the right of the vehicle at this time, he added. Apparently the little girl then moved in behind the car and Mrs. Malosh backed up over the child.

   Mrs. Oard and Mrs. Malosh rushed Leah to Dr. William Graham's office where the child died. Her obituary appears on page 2. Gladwin County Record dated 08-23/1972 Column - ? Page - 1

 

LEAH S. OARD

 

   Leah Stephanie Oard, 18-month-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Oard, of Beaverton, was fatally injured when she was run over by a car Tuesday morning, Aug. 22. She was born in Gladwin on Jan. 25, 1971.

   Besides her parents, she is survived by her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Nimphie, of Beaverton and Mr. and Mrs. Orville Oard, of Gladwin; great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Elry Farison and Mrs. Elizabeth Nimphie, all of Gladwin and Mrs. Virgie Oard, of Beaverton; and her great great grandmother, Mrs. Nettie Farison, of Midland.

   Services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Beaverton Church of God. The Rev. Arthur Munger will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Friends may call at the Mathews Funeral Home until 11:30 a.m. Thursday and at the church from 1 p.m. until time of service. Gladwin County Record dated 08-23/1972 Column - 3 Page - 2


RICK J. OCHKO (21 MARCH 1958 - 17 OCT 1992)

 

RICK OCHKO

 

Rick J. Ochko, 34, of 23040 Dequindre, Warren and formerly of Gladwin, died suddenly Saturday, Oct. 17, 1992. He was born in Midland March 21, 1958, and moved to Warren 9 months ago from Gladwin.

 

Surviving are his parents, Claude and Betty Bartholomew of Gladwin; one brother, Dan Ochko of Kinross; 2 sisters, Kim Heath of Bay City and Brenda Simpkins of Gladwin; and his

grandparents. Art and Elizabeth Baker of Gladwin and Lester and Florence Bartholomew of Mt. Pleasant.

 

Rites will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev.

Donald Roberts will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Visitation is from 11 a.m. Thursday to time of service. Gladwin County Record dated 10-21/1992 Column – 4 Page – 2.


CLAUDE J. OCKERMAN (15 JULY 1888 - 9 NOV 1951)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR CLAUDE OCKERMAN

 

   Funeral services for Claude J. Ockerman, 63, were held on Sunday afternoon from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. John R. Scott, pastor of the Gladwin Methodist church, officiated and burial was made in the Ridge cemetery. Mr. Ockerman died suddenly at his home in Buckeye township on Friday November 9. He was born in Owosso on July 15, 1888, the son of Thomas and Martha Ockerman. On May 5, 1937 he was married to Olive Brushaber, in Gladwin. He was a resident of Gladwin county for the past 55 years.

   Surviving are his wife; three sons, Jack R. Ockerman, U. S. Navy, stationed in Japan, and Herman F. and Henry W. Ockerman at home; two brothers, Floyd of Owosso and Jay of Harrison; one sister, Mrs. Marjorie Bonigut of Gladwin. Pallbearers were Claude Card, Fred Anderson, Jerry Page, V. Finch, Ernest Craft and Henry Schaard. Gladwin County Record dated 11-14/1951 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

CHARLES N. OCKERMAN (1853 - 19 MAY 1941) s/w Eliza

 

FUNERAL SERVICES HELD FOR CHARLES OCKERMAN

 

   Charles Ockerman, born in Parkhill, Ontario, Canada and he passed away at his home in Butman township on May 19, 1941, at the age of 86. On January 1, 1879 he was united in marriage with Eliza Simpson and to this union were born 4 children. In 1880 they moved to Shiawassee county and in 1900 to Gladwin county. Mrs. Ockerman preceeded him in death on August 23, 1931. He leaves to mourn three sons, Robert at home, William and Roy of Hockaday, one daughter, Mrs. William Rohloff of Cleveland, Ohio, one brother Robert of Owosso and 12 grand children and nine great grand children. Funeral services will be held at Hockaday on Thursday at 2:00 with Rev. Ewald Rohoff officiating with burial in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-21/1941 Column - 3 Page - 1

 
ELIZA (SIMPSON) OCKERMAN (17 FEB 1856 - 23 AUG 1931) s/w C.N.

 

ELIZA SIMPSON OCKERMAN

 

Eliza Simpson Ockerman was born Feb. 17, 1856, in West Williams, Ontario, Canada.

She was married to C. N. Ockerman in January, 1879, in Park Hill, Ontario. Two years later they moved to Sanilac county, Michigan, then to Owosso, Michigan, where they lived for 19 years. From Owosso they came to Gladwin county, where they have lived for 31 years.To this union were born four children, all living, Robert at home, Will and Roy of near Hockaday and Ruth of Cleveland, Ohio.

 

In her early youth she became a member of the Primitive Methodist church and lived to the end trusting in the Lord Jesus Christ as her Saviour. She departed this life Sunday morning, Aug. 23, after several weeks of serious illness, at the age of 75 years, six months and 6 days.

 

Left to mourn her loss are her loving companions with whom she shared the joys and sorrows of life for almost 53 years, three sons, Robert, Will and Roy of Gladwin, one daughter,

Mrs. William Roloff of Cleveland, Ohio, 11 grandchildren, one great grandchild, one sister, Mrs. Wilmot Reed of Deckerville, and three brothers, Solomon Simpson of Whittemore,

William Simpson of Port Huron and Miles of Toronto, Canada, and a host of friends and relatives who will remember her as a sincere Christian, a loving wife and mother and a

kind and esteemed neighbor. Our loss, but her gain.

 

Burial services were held at the Hockaday Free Methodist church Tuesday afternoon - conducted by Rev. E. Roloff of Weston, Mich, Interment in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-27/1931 Column – 1 Page – 1.

 


ROBERT J. OCKERMAN (5 JAN 1881 - 7 DEC 1963)

 

R. J. OCKERMAN DIES SUDDENLY

 

   Funeral services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the Miner Funeral Home for Robert J. Ockerman, 82, who died suddenly Saturday at the home of his brother, Roy, in Butman Township following a heart attack. The Rev. Alva Calkins officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. A retired farmer, he was born Jan. 5, 1881 in Sanilac County, and had lived in Gladwin County for 63 years. Besides his brother, Roy, he is survived by a sister, Mrs Catherine Ruth Rohloff of Cleveland, Ohio. Gladwin County Record dated 12-11/1963 Column - 5 Page - 1
ROSE "ROSIE" ISABELLE (CRIPPS) OCKERMAN (5 DEC 1899 - 5 MAY 1999) s/w Roy S.

 

ROSE I. OCKERMAN

 

Rose I. Ockerman, 99, of Allegan, and formerly of Gladwin, died Wednesday in Allegan. Born Dec. 5, 1899 in Hockaday, Gladwin County, she was the daughter of Sylvester and Isabell Cann

Cripps. Rose married Roy S. Ockerman, Dec. 23, 1919 in Hockaday. He preceded her in death Feb. 9, 1976. She was a member of the Gladwin Free Methodist Church.

 

Surviving are one son, Derwood and wife Martha Ockerman of West Branch; one daughter, Wanda Mennega of Allegan; one daughter-in-law, Ruth Ockerman of Owosso; nine grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; and one great great- grandchild. She was preceded in deathby one son, Glenn Ockerman; one son-in-law, Edward Mennega; and one grandson.

 

Services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin with Rev.

Robert Marshall officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 5-12/1999 Column – 2 Page – 2.


ROY S. OCKERMAN (30 OCT 1893 - 9 FEB 1976)

 

ROY OCKERMAN

 

   Roy S. Ockerman, 82, of 5205 W. M-18, Sage Township, died Monday, February 9, at a nursing facility in Corunna. A resident of Gladwin County since 1900, Mr. Ockerman was born October 30, 1893, at Owosso, the son of Charles and Eliza Simpson Ockerman. He and the former Rose Cripps were married December 23, 1919, in Gladwin; and she survives him. Mr. Ockerman was a veteran of World War I serving with the U.S. Army in France and Germany. Following army service he was employed as a carpenter and builder and in farming. He was a member of the Gladwin County World War I Barracks No. 3421.

  Surviving in additon to his wife are 2 sons, Glenn of Owosso, and Derwood of Gladwin; a daughter, Mrs. Edward (Wanda) Mennaga of Hastings; 1 sister, Mrs. William (Ruth) Rohloff of Cleveland, Ohio; 10 grandchildren. Services will be held Thursday at 1:00 p.m. at Mathews Funeral Home with the Rev. Helena Egts officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-11/1976 Column - 7 Page - 2

 

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SUSAN OCKERMAN (1830 - 12 DEC 1904) Beloved wife of Robert Ockerman, Aged 73 years, 1 month & 1 day

 

Death of Mrs. Robert Ockerman

 

Funeral services of Susan Ockerman, wife of Robert Ockerman of Butman township, were held at the Ridge M. E. church Wednesday, Rev. F. M. Crandell officiating. Mrs. Ockerman was born in Ireland 73 years ago. After their marriage they moved to Gladwin county and settled in the township mentioned above, where they have been residents for a long time.

 

She was a very devoted member of the Protestant Methodist church and held in high esteem by her neighbors and acquaintances. Burial took place in highland cemetery, Gladwin. She leaves beside her husband, two daughters and three sons who express thanks for assistance

during their bereavement. Gladwin County Record dated 12-16/1904 Column – 5 Page – 1.


THOMAS P. OCKERMAN (1 JUNE 1862 - 25 JUNE 1931)

 

THOMAS P. OCKERMAN

 

   Thomas P. Ockerman was born June 1, 1862, at Park Hill, Ontario, Canada. He died at his home in Buckeye township June 25, 1931, at the age of 69 years and 25 days. He came to Owosso, Michigan, with his parents at the age of 14. He was married to Martha Dennison Nov. 5, 1882, and to this union five children were born: Floyd of Owosso, George of Midland, Mrs. John Bonigut of Detroit and Claud and Jay at home. May 13, 1898, Mr. Ockerman moved with his family to Billings where they lived 18 years, moving then to the present home.

   Mr. Ockerman was active in the politcal life of his community, serving the township as road commissioner two years, supervisor 13 years and chairman of the board of supervisors eight years. He leavers besides his wife and five children two brothers, Nelson of Butman and Robert of Owosso, and a host of friends. Services were held from the home in Buckeye at two o'clock Saturdday afternoon, June 27, and interment in the Ridge cemetery. Rev. Leroy M. Whitney, Methodist pastor at Gladwin, officiated, and the ministry of music was brought by Mesdames Carrie Capling and Eva Bender.

   His death removed frm the county one of its best known, most highly respected and well liked citizens of the county. Loyal to his friends, his township and county, his kindly voice and genial presence will be missed by many. In Buckeye township he was soon designated by his neighbors to take charge of public affairs and soon showed his capability. Under his wise management the township emerged from debt and its financial affairs became of the best in the county. As a member of the board of supervisors his good service and reliability were recognized by his fellow members in promoting him to the office of chairman, which he held for eight years and which he declined to hold longer. Last April, owing to failing health he declined to again be a candidate for the office of supervisor of his township.

   The board of supervisors, in the closing hours of its last meeting, spoke feelingly of his memory and of their former happy relations with him. A resolution of condolence offered by Supervisor Colbeck, of Beaverton city, who was a resident of Billings with Mr. Ockerman, and a member of the board with him, was adopted. Gladwin County Record dated 07-2/1931 Column - 4 Page - 1

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EVA (GARDEN) OGG (22 NOV 1895 - 3 JAN 1983) s/w William Arthur

 

EVA OGG

 

   Eva Ogg, 87, of 1745 Dow Dr., Gladwin, died Monday evening, Jan. 3, in the Clare Osteopathic Hospital. Born in Gladwin Township on November 22, 1895, she had spent her lifetime here. The former Eva Garden, she was married to William A. Ogg on November 25, 1913. He preceded her in death May 19, 1966.

   Surviving are 5 sons, Newell, Lyle, Grant and Glenn of Gladwin and Jay of Rochester, Minn.; 3 daughters, Mrs. Floyd (Ruth) Crockett of Midland, Mrs. Rube (Avis) Condra and Jean Ogg of Gladwin; one sister, Mae Garden of Gladwin; 18 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.

   Services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Donald Bates will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Friends may call after 2 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Gladwin County Record dated 01-05/1983 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

 

Eva Ogg (Midland Daily News, Jan. 5, 1983)

 

Eva Ogg, 87, 1745 Dow, Gladwin died Monday evening in Clare Osteopathic Hospital.

She was born in Gladwin Township Nov.22, 1895, and was a lifelong resident.  She married William A. Ogg in Gladwin on Nov. 25, 1913. He died May 19, 1966.

 

She leaves sons, Newell Ogg, Lyle Ogg, Grant Ogg and Glen Ogg, all of Gladwin and Jay Ogg of Rochester, Minn.; daughters, Mrs. Floyd (Ruth) Crockett of Midland, Mrs. Rube (Avis) Condra of Gladwin and Jean Ogg, at home; sister, Mae Garden of Gladwin; 18 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.

 

Services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday in Mathews Funeral Home in Gladwin with the Rev. Donald Bates officiating. Burial will be at Ridge Cemetery.  Friends may call at the funeral home.

 

 

GRANT OGG (25 OCT 1916 - 17 SEP 1988) s/w Mary

 

GRANT OGG

 

   Grant Ogg, 71, of 3676 N. Shell Rd., Gladwin, died Saturday, Sept. 17, in the Gladwin Nursing Home after a long illness. Born in Gladwin, Oct. 25, 1916, he had spent his lifetime here and farmed. Mr. Ogg and the former Mary Burns were married Oct. 19, 1950, in Gladwin. Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Rodney of Gladwin and Allan of Saginaw; 3 brothers, Glenn and Lyle of Gladwin and Jay of Rochester, Minn.; 3 sisters, Mrs. Ruth Crockett of Midland, Mrs. Avis Condra and Jean Ogg of Gladwin; and 6 grandchildren.

   Services were held Tuesday at 11 a.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Roy Shaw and the Rev. Helena Egts officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Alzheimer's Research. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Gladwin County Record dated 09-21/1988 Column - 4 Page - 2


HELEN E. (BELLINGER) OGG (26 JAN 1906 - 9 JAN 2001) s/w Joseph "Dean"

 

Helen E. Ogg, 94, of Gladwin, died Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2001 at home following a long illness.

Born Jan. 26, 1906 in Gladwin County, she was the daughter of Melvin and Fannie (Nickless) Bellinger. She was a life long resident of Gladwin.

Helen married Dean Ogg, June 15, 1927 in Gladwin. He preceded her in death in 1973. She taught public school for 30 years and was a member of the Wagarville Community United Methodist Church and belonged to the retired teachers association.

 

Surviving are four daughters, Yvonne and husband Fritz Kliewoneit of Gladwin, Linda and husband Dennis Raymond of Gaylord, Judith and husband David Leddy of Houghton, and Gayl and husband William Brugger of Coleman; one brother, John and wife Geneva Bellinger of Gladwin; one sister, Lucille Swinehart of Roscommon; 11 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by one daughter, Joan Ogg; and one sister, Marian Reinberg.

 

Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Sisson Funeral Home with Rev. Don Haskill officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Friends may call at the Sisson Funeral Home today (Wednesday) from 6 to 8 p.m. and tomorrow (Thursday) from 2 to 8 p.m.

 

Memorials may be made to the Mid-Michigan Hospice or the Wagarville church.


JEAN OGG (30 OCT 1937 - 8 MARCH 1995)

 

JEAN OGG

 

   Jean Off, 57, of Gladwin, died Wednesday, March 8, 1995. Born Oct. 30, 1937 in Gladwin, she was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County. Surviving are 3 brothers, Glenn and wife Helen and Lyle and wife Wanda, all of Gladwin, and Jay and wife Dorothy of Rochester, Minn.; 2 sisters, Ruth and husband Floyd Crockett of Midland, and Avis Condra of Gladwin; 2 sisters-in-law, Mary Ogg and Lois Ogg, both of Gladwin; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Newell and Grant.

   Services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday from the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin with the Rev. Deane Wyllys officiating. Burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Memorial donations may be mad to the Mental Health of Gladwin or the church of your choice. Gladwin County Record dated 03-15/1995 Column - 2 Page - 6


JOANN OGG (? - 1929)

 

JOSEPH "DEAN" OGG (13 MAY 1906 - 20 DEC 1973) s/w Helen E.

 

DEAN OGG

 

   Dean Ogg, 67, of 3259 W. Riley Road, Gladwin, died Thursday, December 20, at the Clare Nursing Home after a long illness. Born in Gladwin Township, May 13, 1906, he was the son of William and Mary Ellen Robinson Ogg, and had been a resident of the county all of his life. Mr. Ogg and the former Helen Bellinger were married June 15, 1927, in Gladwin. He taught in the county's rural schools, for nine years before turning to full-time farming at his Sage Township farm. He served several years as Sage Township treasurer, also in other township posts. He was a member of the county Farm Bureau.

   Surviving are his wife, Helen; 4 daughters, Mrs. Fritz (Yvonne) Kliewoneit of Gladwin, Mrs. David (Judy) Leddy of Houghton, Mrs. Dennis (Linda) Raymond of Gaylord, and Mrs. William (Gayl) Brugger of Coleman; 2 brothers, James and Edwin of Gladwin; 4 sisters, Mrs. Roy (Blanche) Foor, Mrs. William (Fern) Chatterton, Mrs. Clarence (Sadie) Walker, all of Gladwin, and Mrs. Ellen Burgess of Beaverton; and 11 grandchildren. One daughter, Joan, preceded him in death in 1929.

   Services were held Saturday at 1:30 p.m. at the Mathews Funeral Home with the Rev. Wayne D. Jensen officiating and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-26/1973 Column - 4 Page - 2


LYLE OGG (31 OCT 1915 - 21 MARCH 1998) s/w Wanda C.

 

LYLE OGG

 

   Lyle Ogg, 82, of Gladwin, died Saturday, March 21, 1998 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland after a short illness. Born Oct. 31, 1915 in Gladwin, he was the son of Arthur and Eva Ogg. He was a lifelong resident of Gladwin. He was a farmer and had worked at the Gladwin Post Office until retiring in 1979. He was also a director of the Gladwin Soil Conservation District for many years. He was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Harrison. Lyle married the former Wanda Fanslau, Nov. 26, 1948 in Gladwin.

   Besides his wife he is survived by three sons, Elmer and wife Vicki of Muskegon, Arnold of Gladwin, and Elvin of Sault Ste. Marie; four daughters, Evelyn and husband Thomas Marchant of Canton, Arlene of Gladwin, Peggy of Westland, and Martha of Auburn; two brothers, Glenn of Gladwin and Jay of Rochester, Minn.; two sisters, Ruth Crockett of Midland, and Avis Condra of Gladwin; six grandchildren; and two step-grandchildren.

   He was preceded in death by two brothers, Newell and Grant, and one sister, Jean. Services were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Faith Lutheran Church in Harrison with Pastor Paul Fetzer officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Faith Lutheran Church, Harrison. Arrangements were in charge of Sisson Funeral Home, Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 03-25/1998 Column - 3 Page - 2


MARY A. (BURNS) OGG (28 JULY 1917 - 21 MAY 2005) s/w Grant

 

Mary A. Ogg, Mary A. Ogg, 87, of Gladwin passed away Saturday, May 21 at Gladwin Living and Rehabilitation Center. She was born July 28, 1917 in Gladwin to William and Pearl (Felmlee) Burns. She married Grant Ogg on Oct. 19, 1950 in Gladwin. He died in September 1988. She worked as a cook in the Gladwin High School for many years. She was a member of the Gladwin Free Methodist Church and the Farm Bureau.

 

Surviving are two sons, Rodney (Dominga) Ogg of Gladwin and Allan Ogg of Mayville; and six grandchildren. A daughter-in-law, Peggy Ogg, predeceases her. Services were held Monday at the Sisson Funeral Home. Rev. Phillip Hortop officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery.


PEGGY LOUISE (WOOD) OGG (7 NOV 1949 - 5 JUNE 1997)

 

Peggy L. Ogg, 47, of Gladwin, died Sunday, Jan. 5, 1997 at Hutzel Women’s Hospital in Detroit.  She was born Nov. 7, 1949 in Lapeer, where she grew up and graduated from Dryden High School.  The former Peggy Wood married Rodney Ogg, May 1, 1976 in Coleman.  Peggy was a 4-H leader and belonged to the Happy Hoofers.

 

Besides her husband she is survived by two daughters, Stacie and Jamie; and two sons, Aaron and Ryan, all at home; her mother, Margaret and husband Burfred Clark of Harrison; one brother, Robert and wife Pat Wood of Albank, N.Y.; two sisters, Cheryl and husband Richard Vaughan of Mt. Clemens and Leatha Wood and husband Pat Martin of Grand Haven; and mother-in-law, Mary Ogg of Gladwin.  She was preceded in death by her father-in-law, Grant Ogg, Sept. 1988.

 

Services will be held at 1pm Thursday at the Sisson Funeral Home.  The Rev. Tony Alexander will officiate.  Friends may call at the funeral home from 2 to 9pm Wednesday.  Burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-08/1997 Column - 1 Page - 7  


WANDA CLARA (FANSLAU) OGG (1930 - ?) s/w Lyle


WILLIAM ARTHUR OGG (22 OCT 1888 - 19 MAY 1966) s/w Eva

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO ARTHUR OGG

 

   Arthur Ogg, 77, of Sage Township, died Thursday at the Gladwin Hospital following an illness of several weeks. Services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Miner Chapel. The Rev. M. R. Putnam officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Born in Ontario, Canad, on Oct. 22, 1888, he came to Gladwin County 70 years ago. He was engaged in farming.

   Mr. Ogg was a former member of the school board and at one timee, was clerk of Grout Township. He was married to the former Eva Garden on Nov. 25, 1913, in Gladwin. Besides his wife, he survived by five sons, Newell, Lyle, Grant and Glenn, of Gladwin and Jay, of Bethesda, Md.; three daughters, Mrs. Ruth Crockett, of Midland, Mrs. Avis White, of Santa Monica, Calif., and Jean at home; three brothers, James, Dean and Edwin, of Gladwin; four sisters, Mrs. Doy Foor, Mrs. William Chatterton and Mrs. Clarence Walker, of Gladwin and Mrs. Ellen Burgess, of Beaverton; and 18 grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 05-25/1966 Column - 5 Page - 1


ROBERT L. OLAJOS (17 DEC 1927 - 9 DEC 1995)

 

ROBERT L OLAJOS

 

Robert L. Olajos, 67, of Gladwin, died Saturday, Dec. 9, 1995 at his home following a long Illness. Born Dec. 17, 1927 in Owosso, he resided In Gladwin for the past 19 years since moving from Houghton Lake. Mr. Olajos had been employed as a driller for North American Drilling in Gaylord until retiring in 1979. He was a veteran who served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He married the former Penny Wruck June 12, 1975 in Houghton Lake.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Robert J. and wife Joyce of East Lansing; one

daughter, Lisa Marie and husband Mike Schulters of Adrian; 2 stepsons, Andrew Hiywnak Jr. of Kenosha, Wisc, and Brian Hrywnak of New Port Richey, Fla.; one brother, Nick of Williamston; and 10 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Frank in 1990, Jim in 1988 and Steve in 1975; and 2 sisters, Elizabeth Howard in 1949 and Julie Kloski in 1990.

 

Services will be held at 1 p.m.today (Wednesday) from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin chapel with the Rev. Deane Wyllys officiating. Burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the Hospice of Gladwin Area or the Mitten Bay Girl Scout Council. Gladwin County Record dated 12-13/1995 Column – 1 Page – 7.

 

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LILLIAN (PARSONS) OPLAND (8 NOV 1905 - 17 AUG 1984)  

 

LILLIAN OPLAND

 

Lillian Opland, 78, of 1305 N. Spring St., Gladwin died Friday, Aug. 17, in the Williamsburg Convalescent Center in Farmington Hills, after a long illness. Born in Calumet on November 8, 1905, she came to Gladwin County in 1942 from Detroit. She and her husband owned Opland's resort several years ago at Pratts Lake. The former Lillian Parsons, she was married to Ralph Opland November 12, 1927, in Detroit. He preceded her in death September 7, 1981.

 

Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Donald (Lois) Biddinger of Novi; one brother, Samuel

of Casper, Wyo.; one sister, Mrs. Mabel Kulpaca of Oxnard, Calif.; and 2 grandsons.

 

Services were held Monday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Thomas Spitler officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-22/1984 Column – 3 Page – 2.

 

RALPH M. OPLAND (19 FEB 1896 - 7 SEP 1981)

 

RALPH OPLAND

 

   Ralph M. Opland, 85, of 1305 Spring St., Gladwin, died Monday, Sept. 7, in the Gladwin Area Hospital after a short illness. Born in Calumet on February 19, 1896, he came to Gladwin County in 1942, from Detroit. Mr. Opland was in land development and owned and operated Oplands Resort at Pratts Lake several years ago. He was a veteran of World War I and was a member of the Gladwin County V.F.W. Post 7303 and the Gladwin Masonic Lodge. He and the former Lillian Parsons were married November 12, 1927, in Detroit.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Lois Biddinger of Novi; one sister, Mrs. Edna Trevarthen of Troy and 2 grandsons. Services were held today, Wednesday, at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Donald Bates officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-09/1981 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

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EMMA VICTORIA (MATTIS) OSTRANDER (20 FEB 1885 -10 FEB 1965) Mother, s/w Levi K.

 

Ex-Resident To Be Buried Saturday

 

Mrs. Emma Ostrander, 80, of Flint, died today, (Wednesday) in Hurley Hospital. Born in Gladwin County on Feb. 20, 1885, she moved to Flint 46 years ago.

 

Survivors include four sons, Levi, Martin and Devere of Flint, and Ralph of Alberquerque, New Mex.; four daughters, Mrs. Paul Campbell and Mr. Harold Bigham, of Flint, Mrs. William Kelly and Mrs. Almont Washburn, of Copemish; 25 grandchildren and 45 great grandchildren.

 

Services will be held at 1 p. m. Saturday from the Brown Funeral Home in Flint. The Rev.

O. W. Polen will officiate. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery at 3  p.m. Saturday. Gladwin County Record dated 2-10/1965 Column – 3 Page – 3.


 

HARRY C. OSTRANDER (19 JULY 1911 - 19 DEC 1964)

 

EX-RESIDENT BURIED HERE

 

   Funeral services were held Tuesday for Harry C. Ostrander, 53, in Flint with burial in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Death was Saturday, Dec. 19, from complications after a long illness. Born July 19, 1911, in Gladwin, Mr. Ostrander had lived in Flint for 46 years. He was a World War II veteran.

   Surviving are his mother, Emma of Flint; four brothers, Levi, Martin, and Devere, all of Flint, and Ralph of New Mexico; four sisters, Mrs. Paul Campbell and Mrs. Harold Bingham, of Flint, Mrs. William Kelly and Mrs. Almont Washburn, both of Copemish. Gladwin County Record dated 12-23/1964 Column - 7 Page - 8

 

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LEVI KING OSTRANDER (9 JUNE 1879 - 2 JAN 1942) Father, My Jesus Mercy, s/w Emma V.


JOSEPHINE OUIMET (4 JAN 1935 - ?) m. 2 May 1953, s/w Lawrence
LAWRENCE OUIMET (17 MARCH 1931 - 28 FEB 2002) m. 2 May 1953, s/w Josephine

 

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GREGORY ALAN PADELLA (27 OCT 1957 - 23 MARCH 1977)

 

Gregory Alan Padella, 19, of 2805 Reigle Rd., Gladwin, died Wednesday, March 23, of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Born in Clare on October 27, 1957, he had spent his lifetime here and graduated from Gladwin High School in June 1976. Mr. Padella was employed by Draves Construction of Sanford, as a brick mason.

  

Surviving are his parents, Richard and Beverly (Reynolds) Padella, 3 brothers, Frank, Douglas and Christopher, all at home; 3 sisters, Mrs. Terry (Julie) Watson of Gladwin and Teressa and Janette, at home; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Folsom Reynolds and Mr. and Mrs. Lee Padella of Gladwin; and a great-grandmother, Mrs. Edna Sturgis of St. Joseph.

  

Services were held Saturday at 11 a.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Donald Bates officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-30/1977 Column - 4 Page - 1 ALSO Col-5 Page-2

 

BLAIR CHARLES PARKINSON (15 JULY 1914 - 25 FEB 1920)

 

Blair Charles Parkinson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Smith Parkinson of Franklin township, Clare county, died Feb. 25, 1920, of cleo colitis. He was born July 15, 1914, and was aged five years, seven months and ten days. He is survived by his parents, sister Clara, three brothers, John Thomas and James, his grandparents. Mr. and Mrs. John Shoup, and his uncle, Blair Shufelt and family. Short services were held at the home conducted by Mr. Rogers. Interment in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated  03-04/1920 Colum - 3 Page - 4


CARRIE PARTRIDGE (6 JULY 1883 - 19 MAY 1924) Wife of William D.

 

Mrs. William Partridge died May 19, 1924, at a Saginaw hospital. The body was brought to Gladwin Tuesday and taken to the home of her niece, Mrs. Charles Oglestone. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at one o'clock. Gladwin County Record dated 5-22/1924 Column – 4 Page – 4.

 

BRIDGET M. PASCOE (7 NOV 1915 - 13 MAY 2004) Beloved Wife & Mother

 

Bridget M. Pascoe, age 88, passed away Thursday, May 13, 2004 at Gladwin Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born on Nov. 7, 1915 in Ballymoe County Galway, Ireland to the late James and Bridget (Brennan) Doherty. She married Ernest Pascoe on Sept. 5, 1959 in Detroit. They moved to Gladwin in 1988 from Troy. While in Detroit she was very active in the Republican Party and was a member of St. Bridget’s in Detroit and St. Anastasia in Troy. She was retired from nursing and loved to be with her dogs. She was Jr. Vice President of the Ladies Auxiliary and a member of Sacred Heart Church.
She is survived by her husband Ernest; daughter in law Rosemary Atkinson of Troy; brothers and sisters Colm Doherty of Australia, Patrick Doherty, Ann Brannan and Vera Foden of England, Mealda Hall and Attracta Dooley, both of Ireland; and several nieces, nephews and cousins in Ireland and England. She was predeceased by her first husband, Lt. Bill Atkinson of the British Royal Air Force who was killed in Burma in WWII; her son and daughter, Terence David and Doreen Ann Atkinson; sisters and brothers, Jack Doherty, Rose Hicks, James Doherty, Rebecca O\rquote Carrol, Richard Doherty, and Dympna Flatman..
Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 17 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Rev. Fr. Jerome Niedermier presiding with burial at Ridge Cemetery. The Sisson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

 

 

ERNEST PASCOE (24 JUNE 1917 - 4 MARCH 2005)

Ernest Pascoe, Ernest Pascoe, 87, of Gladwin, passed away Friday, March 4, 2005 at Edna Mae’s Leisurely Living. He was born on June 24, 1917 in Ottawa Ontario, Canada to the late Frank and Ann (Sulpher) Pascoe. He married the former Bridget Atkinson in Detroit on September 5, 1959; she preceded him in death on May 13, 2004. They moved to Gladwin in 1988. He worked 20 years for First National Garage and was the Union Steward for the teamster local 283. After retirement he worked for the Birmingham Bloomfield Art Association in Detroit. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Fr. Artman council #5280 and the VFW #7303. He served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII and received two bronze Battle Stars from the Battle of the Bulge Battle of France and Renagen.

Surviving are his daughter in-law, Rosemary Atkinson of Troy; cousins, Mary Gadke, Lee Ann Kuper and Sally Jarvis all of California; and many sisters and brothers-in-law in Ireland, England and Australia. He will be greatly missed by his faithful German shepherd companion, Tanya. He was predeceased by two sisters, Evelyn and Renie, and three brothers, Sidney, Gordon and Wilford

Funeral Services were held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 8, 2005 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Rev. Fr. Patrick Jankowiak presiding with burial in Ridge Cemetery. V.F.W. Services were held Monday evening at the Sisson Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Gladwin or Sacred Heart Church.


EARL PATIERNO (9 JUL 1922 – 4 MAR 1997), s/w Minnie P.

 

From the Gladwin County Record --- March 12, 1997

EARL PATIERNO


Earl Patierno, 74, of Gladwin, died Tuesday, March 4, 1997 at Mid-Michigan Regional Medical enter-Midland. He was born July 9, 1922 in Estell, KY., to Daniel and Minerve Jacobs Patierno. He worked in the construction business and also road construction and was a veteran of World War II. Earl married Minnie Babcock, April 20, 1963 in Ypsilanti.  They lived there, moving to Gladwin, then to Midland and back to Gladwin in 1983.

Besides his wife he is survived by a son-in-law, Mehn and Lynne Starzewski of North Carolina; four brothers, Claude and Paul, both of Virginia, Albert of Ypsilanti, and Randy of Florida; three sisters, Virgie Malcom of Ypsilanti, Mabel Patierno of Virginia and Ora Green of Jackson; and two granddaughters, Carolyn and Alexis. He was preceded in death by three sisters and two brothers.  Services were held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Sisson Funeral Home with the Rev. Donald Haskell officiating.  Burial was in Ridge Cemetery.

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ELIZABETH ANN (NETTLETON) PAVLOVICH (2 MAR 1956 – 30 AUG 2008)

 

Elizabeth Ann Pavlovich, 52, of Flint passed away Saturday, aug. 30, 2008 at Genesys Regional Medical Center. Elizabeth was born March 2, 1956 in Clare the daughter of William and Elouise Nettleton. She loved children and was a favorite aunt to many; Elizabeth enjoyed gardening, baking, canning and loved animals. In April of 1989, Elizabeth married David Pavlovich and he survives her.

 

Also surviving are beloved nephews and niece, Todd and Brandi Shell; great nieces and nephews, Arielle, Zabra, Laken, Danielle, Klarise; sisters, Linda (Andy) Walters, Juanita Brown; in-laws, Thomas (Jean) Pavlovich; brothers-in-law, Joe (Lilly), Jim (Diane), Ray (Carrie), Bob Pavlovich; and many other nieces and nephews.

 

Elizabeth was preceded in death by her parents; and sister, Marjanna Shell. Friends may visit the family from 3-6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008 at Brown Funeal Home in Grand Blanc. The funeral service will be 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008 at the funeral home. She will be laid to rest at Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 9/3/2008.

 

CLARISSA LYNN PEASE (5 OCT 1989 - 5 OCT 1989) With love

 

CARISSA PEASE

 

Carissa Lynn Pease, infant daughter of John and Tina Pease of Gladwin, was stillborn at the Clare Community Hospital Thursday, Oct. 5, 1989.

 

Besides her parents, she is survived by one brother, Anthony Pierce, at home; and grandparents, Roger and Pauline Priest of Gladwin, Josephine Nazzer of Oak Park and Gary Pierce Sr., of Texas.

 

Rites were held Saturday at 11 a.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Donald Roberts officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-11/1989 Column – 3 Page – 2.


JEANETTE LYNN PERRY (20 MAY 1967 - 11 DEC 1995) In Loving Memory

 

Jeanette Lynn Perry, 28, of Gladwin, died Monday, Dec. 11, 1995. Born May 20, 1967 in Adrian she resided in Gladwin for the past 1 1/2 years. She was employed at Bradley’s Edibles & Spirits.

 

Surviving are her parents, Janice and Michael Gallagher of Saginaw, and Richard and Evelyn Perry of Midland; 2 sisters, Tracie Jones of Coleman, and Michele Burgess of Midland; half sister, Mary Perry of Midland; a half brother, Michael Perry of Midland; her grandparents, Jean Munsen of Beaverton, Ruth VanLieu of Hamilton, Ohio, and Richard T. Perry of Tecumseh; and special friends, Tom Kerrins of Gladwin, and Carla Gottleber of Gladwin. She was preceded in death by one sister, Debbie Perry in February 1962.

 

Services were held at 1 p.m. Friday from the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 12-20/1995 Column – 6 Page – 7.


DAVID V. PETERS (13 SEP 1871 - 25 DEC 1915) Aged 44 years

 

Peters—David V. Peters was born in Ontario, Canada, September 13, 1871 and died at his home in Gladwin county, Mich., December 25, 1915, aged 44 years, 3 months and 12 days.

At 16 years of age Brother Peters came to Gladwin county, Mich., where he continued to live till removed by death. On the 8th day of September, 1896 he was united in marriage to Miss Ethel Hetherington. To this union three daughters were born. One of them preceded her

father to the spirit land.

 

Brother Peters was converted to God during the pastorate of Rev. G. B. Day. Since that time he has been a member of the Methodist Episcopal church in McClure. Our brother assured us that he was at peace with God while we mourn our loss, he rejoices in his eternal gain.

 

Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Wade Tuesday afternoon at 1:30 from the

McClure church with interment at Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-30/1915 Column – 5 Page – 1.

 

EARLIN WALLACE PETERS (20 JUNE 1886 – 10 JAN 1954) Aged 67 years

 

Former Resident

Passes Away

 

Funeral services for Earlin Wallace Peters, 67, a former resident of Gladwin, were held on Thursday in Eaton Rapids. Mr. Peters died on Sunday at a convalescent home in Parma, where he had been for the past month. He was born in Canada on June 20, 1886, coming to Gladwin at the age of one year.

 

His parents settled on a farm one mile north and one mile east of McClure. In 1903 he was married to Miss Edith Rose. They moved to Eaton Rapids in 1922 where he was an employee of Horner Woolen Mill for 25 years. In 1948 they moved to Tompkin Center, where they were residents at the time of his death.

 

Surviving are his wife, Edith; two sons, Delmer, of Tompkin Center and Corp. Wallace Peters of Ft. Riley, Kansas; three daughters, Mrs. Flossie McGlaughlin of Gladwin, Mrs. Iva Sebastian of Lakeworth, Florida, Mrs. Geneva Movers of Tompkin Center; also six grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 1-20/1954 Column - 5 Page - 1.


FRANKIE VERNNA PETERS (1882 – 25 AUG 1903) Aged 20 years, s/w Valentine, Wallace & Mary
MARY (REYNOLDS) PETERS (6 AUG 1839 - 11 MAY 1906) Aged 67 years, s/w Valentine, Wallace & Frankie

 

Elder Peters preached the funeral of Mrs. V. Peters Sunday in the McClure church to a large congregation. She was a fine Christian woman and will be greatly missed by her many friends. Gladwin County Record dated 5-17/1906 Column – 5 Page – 7.


VALENTINE PETERS (14 FEB 1835 -23 OCT 1902) Aged 68 years, s/w Walter, Mary & Frankie

 

VALENTINE PETERS was born in Canada, in the township of Camden, February 14, 1835, and died from consumption, October 23, 1902, at his home in McClure, Mich., aged 67 years, 8 months and 9 days. At 20 years of age he moved to the township of Olden, Ont., and when 21 years old he was united in marriage with Miss Mary Reynolds, and to them 17 children were born, two of whom have passed to their last long rest, 15 children with their mother being left to mourn his loss. About 15 years ago he with his family moved to Michigan where they have since lived. The funeral was conducted by Rev. 0. C. Teachout, at their home, Oct. 25, 1902. The interment was in Gladwin cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-31/1902 Column – 4 Page – 8.



RUDY PILAR, JR (4 AUG 1961 - 21 JAN 1998) In loving memory
BURGESS W. POTTER (21 JUNE 1904 – AUG 1981) s/w Christene
CHRISTENE A. POTTER (7 JAN 1899 – JULY 1986) s/w Burgess W.
ALICE LORRAINE (YEAGER) POWLEY (14 SEP 1920 - 27 MARCH 1999) s/w Donald Grant

 

ALICE LORRAINE POWLEY

 

Alice Lorraine Powley, 78, of Alpena, died Saturday, March 27, 1999. Born Sept. 14, 1920 in

Gladwin County, she attended grade school at Hockaday School and high school in Detroit. Alice married Donald Powley, Dec. 24, 1934 in Skeels. He preceded her in death Sept. 9, 1977 in Tampa, Fla. They moved to Pontiac, where she worked at Fisher - Body until World War II, then moved back to Gladwin. She worked at Gladwin Hospital. They moved to Alpena in 1954, where she worked in a doctor's office and also in a doctors office in Rogers City. The

moved to Nokomis, Fla. in 1972. She was a past matron of Rogers City Chapter 501, Order of Eastern Stars and was a member and held offices in Full Circle church in Nokomis, Fla.

 

Surviving are one son, Lee of Alpena; three grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Alvin and Lawrence Yeager; and one sister, Margaret Thomas.

 

Services were held at 2 p.m. Monday at Sisson Funeral Home, Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 3-31/1999 Column – 1 Page – 2.


CHAUNCY POWLEY (27 JUNE 1872 - 17 NOV 1885)

 

The burial services of Chancey Powley, youngest son of John P. and Francis Powley, took place Wednesday, Nov. 18. He died of quinsy Tuesday, the 17th, and was buried without funeral services, as it was feared the disease might be contagious. Gladwin County Record dated 11-20/1885 Column - 4 Page - 5  

 

DONALD GRANT POWLEY (9 FEB 1915 - 9 SEP 1977)

 

Donald Grant Powley, 62, of Nokomis, Fla. and formerly of Gladwin, died Friday, Sept. 9, in the Veteran's Hospital in Tampa, following a long illness. Born in Gladwin County on February 9, 1915, ot Levi and Saraah Jane Powley, he attended the McClure grade school and graduated from high school in Pontiac after his parents moved there. Mr. Powley was employed at Fisher Body and later at Willow Run Bomber Plant until he joined the U.S. Navy and served in the Pacific.

 

Following his discharge, he farmed in Butman Township and was active in community affairs and served as school director at Hockaday and township clerk. In 1954, he moved to Alpena where he owned and operated Powley's Plumbing and Heating. He was the Presque Isle Township supervisor for 7 years. Mr. Powley was past master and secretary of the Rogers Lodge No. 493 of Rogers City and was holder of the Gold Badge from the Grand Lake Fire Department. He was also a past patron of the Eastern Star Chapter 501 of Rogers City.

 

In 1972, he moved to the Nokomis, Fla. area where he was employed by A-1 Plumbing, Inc. until December 1976. Mr. Powley was married to the former Lorraine Yeager in December 1934. Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Lee of Alpena; one brother, Elroy of Gladwin; 2 sisters, Mrs. Gladys Gauvin of Santa Anna, Calif. and Mrs. Cassie Peters of Gladwin; and 3 grandchildren.

 

Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Helena Egts officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. A Masonic service was held Monday evening by the Gladwin Lodge No. 397. Memorials may be given to any veteran's organization or to the Masonic Home in Alma. Gladwin County Record dated 09-14/1977 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

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LEVI POWLEY (10 NOV 1868 - 1 DEC 1947) s/w Sarah J.

 

LEVI POWLEY RITES ARE THURSDAY

 

   Funeral services will be held on Thursday afternoon for Levi Powley, 79, who died at his residence on Monday, December 1st. Services will be in the Gladwin Methodist church at 2 o'clock, preceded by a short prayer service at the Reigle Funeral Home. The Rev. John Scott will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge cemetery.

   Mr. Powley was born in Canada on November 10, 1868. He came to Gladwin with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Powley, when he was 12 years old. He lived here until 1923, when he moved to Pontiac, returning to Gladwin in May 1947. In 1895 he married Miss Sarah Bailey, of Gladwin. He was a member of the Baldwin Avenue Methodist Church, Pontiac.

   Surviving are his wife; two daughters, Mrs Percy Peters of Gladwin, Mrs. Gladys Garvin of Elmwood, Wisconsin; two sons, Elroy and Donald, both of Gladwin; a sister, Mrs. Mary Hurlbert of Flint; also 14 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 12-03/1947 Column - 4 Page - 1


MATHEW JAMES POWLEY (13 AUG 1862 - 19 MARCH 1903) Aged 44 years, 7 months and 6 days

 

MATTHEW POWLEY KILLED

 

STRUCK BY FALLING BALE OF HAY IN A BARN

 

Old Resident of Gladwin Township Meets Sudden Death

 

Matthew Powley, a resident of Gladwin township, met death accidentally Monday morning while handling hay in a barn, a bale falling some eight feet and striking him on the head. He

lived about 15 minutes, his mind being active to the last. Jacob Hoenshell was with him at the

time of the accident. Powley was some 40 years of age, and, came to Gladwin county with his parents from Canada 25 years ago. He owned a good farm adjoining his father's in

Gladwin township.

 

Funeral services were held at the Ridge church Thursday. Mr. Powley had recently experienced religion. Gladwin County Record dated 3-22/1906 Column – 6 Page – 1.

 

Was married to a Amy E. LEATON (daughter of: William Jerome & Nellie (?) LEATON, SR).

 

SARAH JANE (BAILEY) POWLEY (8 FEB 1878 - 31 DEC 1952) s/w Levi

 

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS. POWLEY

 

   Sarah Jane Powley, 74, passed away on December 31, following a heart attack two weeks ago. Funeral services were held on Sunday afternoon from the Gladwin Methodist church with the Rev. Truman S. Lowell, of the Assembley of God church, officiating. Burial was made in the Ridge cemetery.

   Sarah Jane Bailey was born in Ontario, Canada on February 8, 1878. She came here with her parents at the age of three and lived on a farm north of Gladwin. She was married to Levil Powley on February 19, 1896, moving to Pontiac in 1923 and returning to Gladwin in 1947 when Mr. Powley retired from his work at the State Hospital. He preceded her in death on December 1, 1947. She was a member of the Gladwin Methodist church and the W.S.C.S.

   Surviving are two sons, Elroy 'Pat' Powley and Donald Powley, both of Gladwin; two daughters, Mrs. Cassie Peters, of Gladwin and Mrs. Gladys Gauvin, of Elmwood, Wisconsin; a brother, John Bailey, of Ortonville; also a sister Mrs. Anna Foucha of Detroit. A son, Frank Powley, was killed on police duty in Pontiac in 1926. Gladwin County Record dated 01-07/1953 Column - 7 Page - 1
JOHN PRATT (1852 – 18 OCT 1902)

 

JOHN PRATT, aged 50, died Saturday afternoon, October 18, of dropsy. Funeral

services were held at Ridge church by Rev. V. Buxton, Monday. Gladwin County Record dated 10-24/1902 Column – 6 Page – 5.


SYLVIA E. PRIEBE (19 NOV 1919 - 3 APRIL 1974)
GLEN D. PUTMAN (30 MARCH 1809 - 14 APRIL 1909)

 

R'S

 

EMMA GLADYS (ROBINSON) RAHN (27 AUG 1894 – 9 FEB 1977) s/w Frederick W.

 

Emma Rahn

 

Emma Gladys Rahn, 82, of 4419 Betty Lee Blvd., Wiggins Lake, died Wednesday February 9, at Bay Medical Center, Bay City. Born in Flushing, Mich., August 27, 1894, she had lived in Saginaw 60 years before moving to Gladwin 15 years ago. Her husband, Fred, died in 1973.

 

Surviving are 4 sons, Fred and Al of Saginaw, Chet of Midland and Ken of Bay City; 2 daughters, Lois Coulson of Saginaw, and Ruth Houson of Muskegon; 12 grandchildren, and 1 great grandchild.

 

Services were held Saturday, at 11 a.m. at Mathews Funeral Home with the Rev. Jerry Locher officiating and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 2-16/1977 Column – 4 Page – 2.

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FREDERICK W. RAHN (4 OCT 1886 – 23 APR 1973) s/w Emma G.

 

Fred W. Rahn, 86, of Wiggins Lake, died Monday, April 23, at Gladwin Area Hospital. Born in Saginaw October 4, 1886, he attended schools there. He was married to the former Emma Robinson October 1, 1918, in Saginaw, and owned and operated a newsstand and cigar store there for 55 years. He retired in 1960 and moved to Wiggins Lake.

 

Surviving are his wife, Emma; four sons, two daughters, and 12 grandchildren.

 

Services will be held this afternoon (Wednesday) at 2:30 p.m. at the Mathews Funeral Home with the Rev. Winston Thomas of Bay City officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 4-25/1973 Column – 6 Page – 2.


ANNA RASCH (1865 – 15 AUG 1935) Mother, s/w George Sr.

 

Mrs. George Rasch Dies at Detroit Hospital

 

Funeral services were held Saturday morning, August 17, at 11:30 at the Catholic church for Mrs. George Rasch, conducted by Rev. Fr. A. S. Baumann. Burial services were at the Ridge cemetery.

 

Mrs. Rasch, a former resident of Gladwin township, died Thursday morning, August 15, at a hospital in Detroit following an operation. She had been living with her daughter, Miss Frances Rasch.

 

Surviving her are three daughters, Miss Frances Rasch and Mrs. Jack Murphy of Detroit and Mrs. Laycock of New Jersey; and five sons, Tony Rasch of Flint, John Rasch of Lapeer, Morris Rasch of New York state, George Rasch of Yale, Lewis Rasch of New Jersey. Gladwin County Record dated 8-21/1935 Column – 2 Page – 1.


GEORGE J. RASCH, SR (1853 – 25 OCT 1913) Father, s/w Anna

 

GEORGE RASCH

 

George J. Rasch, 83, of Venice, Fla., died Thursday, Oct. 25, in the Venice Hospital. Born in Swartz Creek, he was a machine repairman for Chevrolet Manufacturing in Flint for 37 years.

 

Surviving are his wife, Elizabeth; 2 sons and 5 daughters; 3 brothers and a sister; 27 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.

 

Burial was in St. Joseph Cemetery, Gaines, Mich. Gladwin County Record dated 10-31/1979 Column – 4 Page – 2.


MABLE A. REDMAN (1852 – 12 AUG 1926)


NANCY K. REED (1912 – 5 JUNE 2000)


GEORGE W. REIGLE (25 NOV 1882 - 5 APRIL 1963)

 

GEORGE REIGLE SUCCUMBS

 

   George W. Reigle, 80, died Friday in Gladwin following a short illness. Born in Lindsey, Ohio, on Nov. 25, 1882, he came to Gladwin County as a child. He was a farmer, retiring several years ago and moving to Gladwin City.

   Survivors include a brother, Frank, of Flint, and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Miner Chapel with Rev. George K. Skene officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-10/1963 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

IRVING E. REIGLE (28 OCT 1885 - 2 APRIL 1918)

 

REIGLE---Erving Reigle died at his home in Flint, after several weeks illness with typhoid fever. The body was brought to Gladwin April 4 and taken to the home of his mother-in-law, Mrs. Alberta Horner. Services were held at the Methodist Episcopal church Sunday morning at 11 o'clock, conducted by Rev. J. H. Cornelius. Prayer was offered and scripture lesson read by Rev. A. J. Hetter. Interment took place at the Ridge cemetery where burial services by the I.O.O.F. were rendered impressively by Noble Grand Willis, E. S. Smith and Chaplain R. J. Smith, assisted by over 100 brother Odd Fellows.

   Erving E. Reigle was born in Sandusky county, Ohio, Oct. 28, 1885, and died at his home in Flint, April 2, 1918 aged 32 years, five months and five days. In 1886, he, with his parents, moved to Gladwin township, where he grew to manhood and won many friends by his genial disposition. He was married to Miss Mella Horner, Aug. 21, 1910, to them being born one son.

   In December 1916, Mr. and Mrs. Reigle moved to Flint where Mr. Reigle was employed by the Dort Motor Co. He was taken sick with typhoid fever Fev. 16 which proved fatal, death occuring just 10 days after the death of his father. He is survived by his wife and son, his mother, Mrs. James Reigle, of Gladwin township, six brothers and two sisters, Mrs. Ellen Smith, Will and Fred Reigle of Cleveland, O., Mrs. Charles Babcock, Wesley, Frank, George and Clarence Reigle of Gladwin township and many other relatives and friends. Gladwin County Record dated 04-11/1918 Column - 5 Page - 5

 
JAMES REIGLE (30 MARCH 1849 - 23 MARCH 1918)

 

REIGLE---James Reigle was born in Schuylkill  county, Pennsylvania, March 30, 1848, and departted this life at his home in Gladwin township, Gladwin  county, March 23, 1918. aged 69 years, 11 months and 23 days, of anemia of the blood. He was united in marriage to Miss Katherine Domat in 1871. To this union were born ten children, nine of whom survive him: Mrs. Ella Smith, William and Fred of Cleveland, O., Irving of Flint, Mich., Mrs. Matilda Babcock, Frank, George, Wesley and Clarence of Gladwin, and Mrs. Clara Wood who preceded him to the great beyond.

   Soon after his marriage they moved to Lenzie, O., residing there 11 years. In April, 1885, they moved to Gladwin, Mich., since which time he resided on his farm in Gladwin township. Besides his wife he leaves to mourn his loss nine children, 28 grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 03-28/1918 Column - 5 Page - 5
KATERINE (DONAT) REIGLE (10 OCT 1851 - 10 JULY 1926) Wife of James Reigle,

 

MRS. KATE DONAT REIGLE

 

   Mrs. Kate Donat Reigle was born at Tamaqua Schulkill county, Pa., Oct. 10, 1857, and died at the home of her son Clarencee, 808 Stockton street, Flint, Saturday, July 10, 1926, aged 68 years and 9 months. She was married to James Reigle in 1870 and came to Gladwin, Michigan in 1885 and settled on their farm in Section Eight.

   He departed this life March 27, 1917, after which she made her home with her son Clarence. To this union were born ten children, eight of whom are living; Mrs. Ellen Urback of Canton, Ohio; Wesley, Frank and Mrs. Matilda Babcock and Clarence of Flint and George Reigle of Gladwin.

   Erwing and Clara preceded her in death. Besides her children, she leaves one brother and sister of Pennslyvania and 30 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Her remains were brought to the home of her granddaughter, Mrs. Ottis Shamel, Sunday afternoon. Her six grandsons acted as pallbearers, John, Louis and L. Z. Reigle, James and Sidney Babcock and Herbert Woods. Funeral services were held at the Wagarville M. E. church Monday at 10:30, conducted by Rev. Peck. Gladwin County Record dated 07-15/1926 Column - 2 Page – 4


L. Z. REIGLE (25 DEC 1911 - 5 MAY 1977)

 

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WALTER F. REMER (8 JULY 1897 - 2 DEC 1985)

 

WALTER REMER

 

   Walter F. Remer, 88, of 4524 Nipigon Dr., Gladwin, died at his home Monday, Dec. 2, after a long illness. Born in Saginaw July 8, 1897, he came to Gladwin County in 1968 from Flat Rock. Mr. Remer was employed by the State Treasury Dept. until 1952 when he began the Remer Insurance Agency with his sons in Flat Rock. He served in the Navy during World War I. Mr. Remer was a charter member of the DAV No. 4 in Saginaw, and was DAV state commander form 1936-37. He was a member of the DAV 337 and the American Legion in Flat Rock. Mr. Remer also served 3 terms in the Michigan House of Representatives for 1934-39. He and the former Ethel Menter were married Aug. 8, 1922, in Saginaw.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Walter of Gladwin and Roger of Flat Rock; 5 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. John Rex will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-04/1985 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

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WALTER J. REMER (17 JAN 1931 - 22 DEC 1987)

 

Walter J. Remer, 56, of 4524 Nipigon Dr., Gladwin, died suddenly Tuesday, Dec. 22, at his home. He was born in Saginaw June 17, 1931, and moved to Gladwin County in 1970, from Flat Rock. Mr. Remer was co-owner of the Remer Insurance Agency in Flat Rock and served in the Army during the Korean War. He was a member of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Free Masonry, Valley of Detroit.

 

Surviving are his mother, Mrs. Ethel Remer of Gladwin; one brother, Roger of Flat Rock; and several nieces and nephews. His father, Walter, died Dec. 2, 1985. Rites were held Saturday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Donald Keen officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the Gladwin Area Hospital Love Light Tree. Gladwin County Record dated 12-30/1987 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

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ROBERT RAY REMMERT (31 AUG 1926 - 29 APRIL 1979)

 

Robert R. Remmert, 52, of 1611 Pratt Lake Road, Gladwin, died Sunday, April 29, in the Gladwin Area Hospital following a long illness. Born in Detroit on August 31, 1926, he came to Gladwin County seven years ago from St. Clair Shores. Mr. Remmert was a retired service station owner and served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was a member of the Gladwin County VFW Post 7303. Mr. Remmert and the former Betty Yates were married on October 23, 1948, in Detroit.

Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 sons, Robert of Beaverton, Richard of Mt. Clemens and Ronald at home; a foster son, Allen Wojie of St. Clair Shores; one daughter, Susand, at home; his mother, Mrs. Lela Remmert; 4 brothers, Walter of Brighton, Carl of Oxford, Frank of Detroit and Richard of Romeo; 3 sisters, Mrs. Bernice Hewitt of Arizona, Mrs. Carol Yak of St. Clair Shores and Mrs. Fawn Stewart of Oklahoma; and 3 grandsons.

Services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Herbert Biermann officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-02/1979 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

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ADOLPH RENAS (5 APR 1894 – 11 APR 1968)

 

Illness Fatal to Adolph Renas

 

Adolph Renas, 74, Well-known Sherman Township resident, died Thursday, April 11, at his son's

home in Scottsdale, Ariz., where he had been visiting. He was ill about four weeks. A retired farmer, Mr. Renas was born in Germany April 5, 1894, and came to the United States from Europe in 1914. He moved from Texas to Gladwin Countv in 1923. He and the former Alma Knopf were married Nov. 2, 1930, in Gladwin, and she preceded him in death several years ago.

 

Surviving are five sons, Ernest of Grosse-Pointe, Fred of Gladwin, Herbert of Westland, Arthur

of Lexington, N. C., and Walter of Scottsdale, Ariz,; five daughters; Mrs. Harold Hahn (Emma) of Detroit, Mrs. Thomas Kruger (Bertha) of St. Clair Shores, Miss Carol Renas of Detroit, Mrs. William Bray (Eleanor), of Corpus Christi, Tex., and Mrs. William Page (Violet) of Elkhart, Ind.; 20 grandchildren and two great grandchildren; One daughter, Mrs. Betty Nast of Detroit, preceded him in death, April 9, two days earlier.

 

Funeral services were held at the Round Lake Baptist Church, of which he was a member, Monday, April 15, at 1:00 p.m. The Rev. Norman Berkan, pastor of the church, officiated; and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. A prayer service for the family was held at 7:30 p. m. Saturday at the. Miner Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 4-17/1968 Column – 6 Page – 1.

 
ALMA (KNOPF) RENAS (31 MAY 1903 – 13 JAN 1961)

 

Rites Held for Mrs. Alma Renas

 

Funeral services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the Round Lake Baptist Church for Mrs.

Alma Renas, 57, of Sherman Township, who died at her home Friday after an illness of several months. The Rev. Leon Franck officiated and burial was in Ridge cemetery. The former Alma Knopf was born on May 31, 1903, in Poland, and was married to Adolph Renas on Nov. 2, 1930, in Gladwin. She has been a member of the Round Lake Baptist Church since coming to Gladwin County from Detroit 30 years ago.

 

Survivors include her husband, Adolph; five son: Ernest of Grosse Pointe, Walter of Scottsdale, Ariz., Fred and Arthur, of Gladwin, and Herbert of Inkster; six daughters, Mrs. Emma Hahn and Mrs. Betty Nast, of Detroit, Mrs. Bertha Kruger of St. Clair Shores, Mrs. Eleanor Bray of Paris Island, S.C., Mrs. Violet Page of Gladwin, and Miss Carol Renas at home; three brothers, Adolf Knopf and Antone Knopf, of Detroit, and Walter Knopf of Pontiac; and 20 grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 1-18/1961 Column – 7 Page – 1.

 

In Memoriam

 

In loving memory of Alma Renas who passed away one year ago: Her life is a beautiful memory; Her absence is a silent grief; She sleeps in God’s beauty garden, In the sunshine of perfect peace. She left us a wonderful memory and a sorrow too great to be told; But to us who have loved, and lost her; Her memory forever we’ll hold; Memories are treasures they cannot steal; Death is a heartache nothing can heal; Some may forget, now you are gone; But we shall

remember, no matter how long. Sadly missed by the Renas family. Gladwin County Record dated 1-10/1962 Column – 2 Page – 15.


INGRID ANN RENAS (2 JULY 1946 - 3 JULY 1946) Our Baby
LYDIA RENAS (1894 - 1929)
MATTHEW PAUL RHODES (6 DEC 1972 - 7 DEC 1972)
HOWARD L. RICE (1906 – 15 AUG 1972) s/w Lois E.
LOIS ELIUZABETH (NICKLESS) RICE (26 APR 1912 – 1 SEP 1999) s/w Howard L.

 

LOIS ELIZABETH RICE

 

Lois Elizabeth Rice, 87, of Saginaw and formerly of Midland, died Wednesday, Sept.

1, 1999 at Luther Manor in Saginaw. Born April 26, 1912 in Bridgeport Township, Saginaw County, she was the daughter of the late Benjamin Clements and Ida L. (Emrick) Nickless.

Lois married Howard L. Rice, Sept. 13, 1931 in Midland. He preceded her in death Aug. 15,

1972.

 

She was a long time member of the First United Methodist Church in Midland and the

W.S.C.S., and had been active in migrant ministry, county council PTA, and Sunday School. Her interests included music, quilting, gardening, and baking.

 

Surviving are her children and spouses, C. Thomas and Virginia Rice of Greensboro, N.C., J.

Benjamin and Masako Rice, and Constance and Kenneth Moorhead, all of Midland, Jenifer and Jerry Hare of Hemlock, and John H. and Veronica Rice of Saginaw; 11 grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her sister, Ilo E. Martin, and an infant brother.

 

Services were held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the First United Methodist Church in Midland with Dr. Charles Keyworth officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Memorials may be made to the Swan Valley United Methodist Church or the donor's choice. Smith-Miner Funeral Home in

Midland was in charge of the arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 9-8/1999 Column – 2 Page – 2.


ELIZABETH (HERBST) RICHARDS (29 OCT 1858 – 27 AUG 1937)

 

Services Held Friday for Mrs. John Richards

 

Services were held Sunday afternoon at Rogers Funeral Home for Mrs. John Richards, with Rev.

Karl Keefer officiating. Musical numbers were given.by Mrs. Gordon A. Capling and Mrs. Arthur

Harrold. Burial was at Highland cemetery. Elizabeth Herbst was born October 29, 1858, in Berk county, Pennsylvania. Her parents were Peter and Hattie Herbst. She was one of a family of 10 children.

 

She attended the country schools in Pennsylvania. In June, 1881, she married John Richards, who died in 1910 in Tennesee. In 1911 Mrs. Richards came to Godwin to make her home with

her daughter. She died here Friday August 27, Four years ago she visited her old home in

Pennsylvania after, a period of 40 years absence.

 

Surviving her are her daughter, Mrs. Hattie Hutson, five grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren,

and one sister, Mrs. Catherine Loadis of Berk county, Pennsylvania. Gladwin County Record dated 9-1/1937 Column – 4 Page – 9.


RUBY RILEY (? - 6 DEC 1905) Daughter of O.F. & C.L. Riley, Aged 2 Years, 9 months & 24 days

 

CHILD BURNED TO DEATH

 

Caught in Flames Which Burned Tom Riley's House.

 

Reubie, infant daughter of Tom Riley died from the effects of burns sustained Tuesday morning. Mrs. Riley had left the house for a short call, leaving two small children alone. The mother returned to find the house in flames and rushed in to save her child, in so doing being badly burned herself. The child was brought out of the flames badly burned and after a few hours of suffering breathed it last. It was 1 year and 10 months old.

 

The house and household goods all burned. Funeral services held Thursday conducted

by Rev. F. Crandell. Gladwin County Record dated 12-8/1905 Column – 4 Page – 5.

 

JAMES RILEY (1817 – 11 NOV 1916)

 

JAMES RILEY

 

ONES OF THE FIRST PIONEERS OF GLADWIN COUNTY

 

SAW COUNTRY DEVELOP FROM WILDERNES INTO FINE FARMS.---NEARLY 100 YEARS OF AGE.

 

The death of James Riley removes the last of the first residents of the county. His death took place Wednesday at 4:30 a.m. of old age, having been confined to his bed a week. Had Mr. Riley lived until March, he would have been 100 years of age. He had enjoyed remarkably good health and the retention of his faculties. During the last fair he was one of the most active and interested spectators.

 

When Mr. Riley came to Gladwin in the early '60's this was a vast wildernes reached by canoes or on foot over trails through the woods. He walked from Saginaw and was employed by lumbermen for a time, then homesteaded what is known as the Riley farm north of the city. Here he lived many years and raised a family.

 

Mr. Riley saw the vast forests of the county disappear and good farms take their place; travel by canoe on the rivers, and over old lumber roads by wagon, replaced by railroad and auto; churches, schools, villages and cities in place of the forests.

 

During the summer he was baptized in the faith of the Latter Day Saints at their church in Gladwin township, where funeral services will be held Friday morning at 10 o'clock. Interment in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-2 1916 Column - 7 Page -1.


AMANDA “AMELIA” (PAULUS) RISTAU (28 JUNE 1889 – 16 MARCH 1951) Mother, s/w Leo & Theodore

 

Hold Services for Mrs. Ristau

 

Funeral services for Mrs. Amelia Ristau, 61, were held on Monday afternoon from the Zion

Lutheran Church in Oberlin. The Rev. H. F. Brietzke officiated and burial was made in Ridge cemetery. A prayer service preceded the church service at the Reigle Funeral Home.

 

Mrs. Ristau was born in Poland on June 28, 1889, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Paulus. She

married Leo Ristau in Cleveland, Ohio, on November 30, 1907. They came to Gladwin county 37 years ago, from Cleveland.

 

Surviving are her husband; one son, Henry, of Gladwin; one daughter, Mrs. Alma Traczynski,

of Cleveland, Ohio; one brother, Henry Paulus, of Cleveland, Ohio; also, two grandchildren. One son and one daughter preceded their mother in death. Gladwin County Record dated 3-21/1951 Column – 7 Page – 1.


JULIUS RISTAU (9 JAN 1859 – 26 DEC 1936)

 

Julius Ristau, Sage Tp., Dies Saturday

 

Services were held Tuesday afternoon, December 28, for Julius Ristau, at the home in Sage township at 1:30 and at the Zion Lutheran church at Oberlin at 2 o'clock conducted by Rev. H. F. Brietske. Burial services were at the Ridge cemetery.

 

Born January 9, 1859, in Poland he married March 1, 1881. In 1900 Mr. and Mrs. Ristau came to

the United States and located in Cleveland, Ohio, where they lived until they came to Gladwin county, and moved on a farm in Sage township. Five years ago they were privileged to celebrate their golden wedding anniversary. Mr. Ristau died December 26 of peritonitis.

 

He is survived by Mrs. Ristau, one son, Leo Ristau, of Sage township and five daughters, Mrs. Pauline Ristau, Mrs. Jacobena Juergens, Mrs. Wanda Paulus, Mrs. Molly Hackendorf and Mrs. Olga Gehrke, all of Cleveland, Ohio. Gladwin County Record dated 12-30/1936 Column – 7 Page – 8.


LEO RISTAU (1 SEP 1885 – 17 NOV 1956) Father, s/w Amanda & Theodore

 

Wednesday Rites for Sage Man

 

Leo Ristau, 71, of Sage Township died Saturday after a short illness. He was born in Poland on

September 1, 1885 and had lived in Gladwin County for the past 42 years. On December 30, 1907, in Cleveland he was married to Amanda Paulus who preceded him in death on March 16, 1951. Mr. Ristau was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church at Oberlin.

 

Surviving are one daughter Mrs. Alma Traczyhski of Cleveland, Ohio, one son, Henry Ristau of

Van Dyke, Michigan and three grandchildren. Five sisters, Mrs. Fred Ristau, Mrs. Herman Juergens, Mrs. Julius Hackendorf, Mrs. Henry Paulus and Mrs. Olga Gehrke of Cleveland also survive.

 

Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1:15 p. m. at the Hall Funeral Home and at 2:00 p. m. at the Zion Lutheran Church, Oberlin with Rev. Raymond Mueller officiating. Interment will be in

the Ridge Cemetery with Emil Schultz, Gottlieb Wegner, Theodore Wegner, Henry Bunkosa,

Harry Peck and William Yanke as pallbearers. Gladwin County Record dated 11-21/1956 Column – 6 Page – 1.


THEODORE RISTAU (1918 – 25 JULY 1927) Son, s/w Amanda & Leo

 

THEODORE RISTAU

 

Theodore Ristau, son of Leo Ristau, died July 25, 1927, aged nine years five months and six days. The boy was operated on for mastoidectomy at the U. of M. hospital, Ann Arbor, after which he was taken with miningitis. Funeral services were held July 28, by Rev. Bernard Roth. Burial

took place at the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-4/1927 Column – 3 Page – 4.

 

KARLEEN M. ROBB (6 APRIL 2000 - 17 MAY 2000)

 

Karleen Michelle Robb, one month, 11 days, died Wednesday, May 17, 2000 at the University of Michigan Medical Center in Ann Arbor. She was born April 6, 2000 in Bay City. She is survived by her parents, Daniel and Jennifer Robb Jr. of Gladwin; one brother, Terrance Matthew of Gladwin; and grandparents, Daniel and Jane Robb Sr. of Gladwin, and Leonard and Sandra Bushard of Owosso.
Services were held at 3 p.m. Saturday at the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin with Rev. John Coffman from the Church of the Nazarene, officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Memorial contributions may be made to be used according to the wishes of the family.

 


CARROL C. ROBERTS (1905 – 2 FEB 1907)

 

In memory of Carrol C, Roberts, son of Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Roberts, who departed this life Feb. 2., aged 1 year, 4 months and 7 days. Funeral services were held Monday at the Southwell

schoolhouse conducted by Rev. E. A. Perone. School was dismissed for the afternoon.

O, Savior, thou hast taken

Our darling boy away,

But we know he is in heaven,

And there with Thee will stay

Until the day of Judgment,

When Thou wilt then appear

In everlasting glory

To those who held Thee dear

Gladwin County Record dated 2-7/1907 Column – 4 Page – 1.


DONALD LLOYD ROBERTS (8 FEB 1931 - 14 JULY 1992)

 

DONALD ROBERTS

 

Donald L. Roberts. 61. of 4548 Schmidt Rd., Gladwin, died Tuesday, July 14, 1992, at his home

after a long illness. Born in Gladwin on Feb. 8, 1931, he had spent his lifetime here and fanned.

Mr. Roberts and the former Shirley Grove were married Aug. 25, 1955, in Gladwin. She died

Sept. 25, 1979. He then married Betty Scott June 5, 1987, in Gladwin.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Shelly Roberts of Gladwin; a step-daughter,

Cathy Allen of Harrison; 2 stepsons, Mickey Scott of Harrison and Randy Scott of Clare; and 4

grandchildren.

 

Services were held Friday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Wayne Jensen officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 7-22/1992 Column – 2 Page – 2.


ELVIN BLAINE ROBERTS (1812 – 2 NOV 1926)

 

ELVIN BLAINE ROBERTS

 

Elvin Blaine Roberts, son of Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Roberts, died Nov. 2, after a short illness with

scarlet fever, aged,14 years, 1 month and 15 days. This was his second year in Gladwin high school, where he will be greatly missed. He was a very kind and loving child, and had a smile for all.

 

He leaves to mourn their loss his parents, three sisters and three brothers, Wayne

and Beulah at home, Gordon and Martin in Flint, Mrs. Carl Knight of Sanford, Mrs. Orville Burnside of Gladwin, grandfather and other relatives and a host of friends.

 

Burial took place in Ridge cemetery. Gone but not forgotten, God took him away for he knew best, but no one knows how sad are the rest.

 

A darling boy from us has gone,

A voice we loved is stilled,

A place is vacant in our home,

Which never can be filled.

Gladwin County Record dated 11-11/1926 Column – 3 Page – 4.


HARRY HAROLD ROBERTS (24 MARCH 1909 – 3 OCT 1909)

 

Obituary.

 

Harry Harold, son of Theodore Roberts of Sage township, aged 6 months and 9 days, died Oct. 3 of cholera infantum.

 

Services were held Tuesday at the Ridge church conducted by Rev. G. B. Day. Interment took place in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-7/1909 Column – 4 Page – 1.

 

HAZEN ROBERTS (21 FEB 1897 – 3 JAN 1949)

 

Former Resident Dies Monday

 

Hazen Roberts, 51, farmer resident of Sage township, passed away on Monday, January 3.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Hall Funeral Home with

burial in the Ridge cemetery. The Rev. John Scott will officiate.

 

Mr. Roberts was born in Sage township on February 21, 1897, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph

Roberts. Surviving are three brothers, Samuel Roberts of Enunclaw, Washington, John Roberts of Sage and DeWitt Roberts of Geneva, Ohio; two sisters, Mrs. Geneva Sutton of Columbus, Ohio, and Mrs. Mae Kelly of Gladwin. One sister, Mrs. Olive Rose, preceded him in death. Gladwin County Record dated 1-5/1949 Column – 6 Page – 1.

JOHN H. ROBERTS (21 AUG 1895 - 14 DEC 1954)

 

LONG ILLNESS FATAL TO JOHN ROBERTS

 

   John H. Roberts, 59, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 14, at his home in Sage township. Mr. Roberts was born August 21, 1895 in Sage township. On June 15, 1921 he was married to Emma Berg who preceded him in death. He had been a lifelong resident of the township and was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church at Oberlin.

   He is survived by a son, Donald, at home; two sisters, Jane Sutton of Columbus, Ohio, and Mrs. Mae Kelly of Gladwin; and a brother, Dewey, of Geneva, Ohio.

   Services will be held Friday, Dec. 17. Prayer will be at the Hall Funeral Home at 1:15 p.m. and at the Oberlin church at 2:00, with the Rev. Raymond Mueller officiating. Burial will be in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-15/1954 Column - 7 Page - 1

 

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JOSEPH ROBERTS (19 OCT 1860 - 4 MARCH 1933)

 

JOSEPH ROBERTS

 

Joseph Roberts, a former resident of Sage township, died of heart failure March 4, 1933, at Comins, Oscoda county. His body was brought to Gladwin and taken to the home of his daughter, Mrs. Arthur Kelley, in Sage township, where services were held Tuesday afternoon, March 7. Mrs. J. C. Roberts, Mr. and Mrs. Jenks and Miss Jean Roberts of Columbus, Ohio were here for the funeral. Gladwin County Record dated 3-9/1933 Column – 6 Page – 1.


JOSEPHINE L. (NETTLETON) ROBERTS (6 APR 1922 – 4 JUN 1997)

 

From the Gladwin County Record --- June 11, 1997

Josephine L. Roberts, 75, of Gladwin, died Wednesday, June 4, 1997 at the Gladwin Pines Nursing Home. Born April 6, 1922 in Gladwin to William and Rose Schranz Nettleton, she lived in Gladwin County most of her life. Josephine married Marvin Roberts, Aug. 11, 1938. They lived in Akron, Ohio, returning to Gladwin in 1972. She was a member of Our Savior
Lutheran Church and the Ladies Aid. 

Surviving are one son, Marvin and wife Mary of Pembroke Pines, Fla.; one brother, Charles Nettleton of Gladwin; one sister, Freda Looker of Gladwin; and one grandson, Christopher Roberts of Florida. She was preceded in death by one brother, William Nettleton.
Services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Our Savior Lutheran Church with the Rev. Timothy Verity officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of Sisson Funeral Home, Gladwin.

LAURA M. (MURDOCK) ROBERTS (15 JAN 1874 - JULY 1955) s/w Theo

 

MRS. LAURA ROBERTS BURIED HERE

 

   Mrs. Laura M. Roberts, 81, passed away very suddenly at her home at Houghton Lake. Laura Murdock was born in Moore Hill, Ind., January 15, 1874. She married Theodore H. Roberts on March 31, 1892 in Anderson, Ind. and they came to Gladwin county to make their home. Seven years ago they moved to Roscommon county where Mr. Roberts preceded her in death in 195

   Mrs. Roberts is survived by three sons, Martin of Houghton Lake, Wayne and Gordon of Gladwin; two daughters, Rilla Knight, Gladwin and Beulah Moe, Sanford; two brothers, Arthur Murdock of California and Delbert Murdock of Indiana; 11 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday at 2 o'clock at the Gladwin Latter Day Saints Church with Elder Jay Doty of Houghton Lake officiating. Burial was in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-06/1955 Column - 2 Page - 1 


LIZZIE L. ROBERTS (15 OCT 1901 - 14 SEP 1903) Aged 1 year & 11 months, Our Babies, Children of Theodore & Laura Roberts, s/w Theodore

 

Died, Sept. 14, in Sage, Theodore, aged two years, son of Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Roberts. Gladwin County Record dated 9-18/1903 Column – 3 Page – 10.

MARVIN V. ROBERTS, SR (8 FEB 1915 - 22 NOV 1972)

 

Marvin V. Roberts, 57, of Gladwin Township, died Wednesday, Nov. 22, in the Gladwin Area Hospital following an illness of several years. Born in Isabella County on Feb. 8, 1915, he was a retired machinist for Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co., in Akron, Ohio. He came to Gladwin County Oct. 14. Mr. Roberts was married to the former Josephine Nettleton on Aug. 11, 1938.

Besides his wife, he is survived by one son Marvin, a tackle on the Michigan State University football team; his father Lloyd of Mt. Pleasant; two sisters and one brother. Rites were held Sunday at 2 p.m. from Our Savior Lutheran Church. The Rev. John Hieber officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 11-29/1972 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

NORA B. ROBERTS (4 AUG 1870 - 19 JAN 1908) Mother

 

OBITUARY.

 

Mrs. Joseph Roberts died Jan. 19, of tuberculosis, at her home in Sage township, aged 37 years, 5 months and 15 days. She had been confined to her bed for a long time, but bore her suffering with a Christian fortitude. Funeral services were held at the green schoolhouse

Wednesday, conducted by Rev. E. A. Perone. Interment took place in Gladwin township cemetery. May she rest in peace. Gladwin County Record dated 1-23/1908 Column – 5 Page – 1.


SHIRLEY JOANNE (GROVE) ROBERTS (18 JULY 1929 - 25 SEP 1979) Beloved Wife & Mother

 

SHIRLEY ROBERTS

 

Shirley J. Roberts, 50, of 4548 Schmidt Rd., Gladwin, died Tuesday, Sept. 25, in the Midland Hospital Center following a long illness. Born in Sage Township on July 18,1929, she had spent her lifetime here. The former Shirley Grove, she was married to Don Roberts on August 25, 1955, in Gladwin.

 

Besides her husband, she is survived by one daughter, Shelly Ann, at home; 3 sisters,

Mrs. Beatrice Smith and Mrs. Delavina Card of Gladwin and Mrs. Cecil Behnke of Florida; 7

brothers, Mervin of Gaylord, Wilbur of Beaverton, Basil, Omer, Holland and Mike of Gladwin and Duane of Flint.

 

Services will be held Friday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Wayne Jensen will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 9-26/1979 Column – 4 Page – 2.


THEODORE H. ROBERTS (22 JUNE 1868 - AUG 1951) s/w Laura

 

FORMER SAGE MAN BURIED SUNDAY  

 

Funeral Services for Theodore H. Roberts, 83, were held Sunday afternoon from the Gladwin Latter Day Saints church. Elder B. H. Doty officiated and burial was made in Ridge Cemetery. Mr. Roberts was born on June 22, 1868, in Shelby county, Ohio. He came to Gladwin when he was 16 years old, and was married in Anderson, Indiana on March 31, 1892. He operated a farm in Sage township for many years, and spent the past four years at Houghton Lake, making his home with his son. Surviving are his wife; three sons, Martin and Wayne of Houghton Lake, Gordon of Gladwin; two daughters, Mrs. Rilla Knight of Gladwin, and Mrs. Beulah Moe of Sanford; 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Out-of-town relatives attending the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. Joe Challenger, Emma Murdock and Mr. and Mrs. Chester Murdock, of Detroit; Mr. and Mrs. Charles McMichael, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Schultz of Flint. Gladwin County Record dated 08-29/1951 Column - 8 Page - 1


THEODORE ROBERTS (15 OCT 1901 - 14 SEP 1903) Aged 1 year, 1 month & 21 days, Our Babies, Children of Theodore & Laura Roberts, s/w Lizzie L.

 

Died, Sept. 14, in Sage, Theodore, aged two years, son of Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Roberts. Gladwin County Record dated 9-18/1903 Column – 3 Page – 10.


AGNES BERTHA (HETHERINGTON) ROBINSON (15 JAN 1869 - 12 AUG 1942)

 

Agnes B. Robinson Dies Here Wednesday

 

Services were held Sunday, August 16, at the Rogers Funeral Home for Mrs. Agnes Bertha Robinson, 73, who died at her home just north of Gladwin city on Wednesday, August 12. Mrs. Robinson was born January 15, 1869, in Hillsboro, Ontario, and was the youngest of a

family of 13 born to the late Simon and Leatica Hetherington, all having preceded her in death but one.

 

The earlier part of her life was spent in Canada and she came to Gladwin after her marriage to Fred Robinson on March 25, 1897. To them were born a son and a daughter. The son passed away in infancy. Mr. and Mrs. Robinson settled on a farm in Gladwin township where they resided until moving to their present home in Gladwin city 20 years ago.

 

Surviving besides her husband is a daughter, Ada, at home one sister, Mrs. Ruth Shipley of Forest, Ontario, and other relatives and friends.

 

Pall-bearers at the funeral Sunday were Newman Albert, Leslie Philander, Oney and James Hetherington. Relatives attending the funeral from out of town were Mrs. Ruth

Shipley and daughter, Mrs. Chas May of Forrest, Ontario; Mr. and Mrs. Dune Ferguson and William Gale, of Sarnia, Ontario; George Robinson, Earl Robinson and Wilford Down of Strathroy, Ontario; Mr. and Mrs. Frank Robinson and daughter of Port Huron; John Robinson and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Hetherington, of Pontiac; Mr. and Mrs. Albert Edick of Flint; Mr. and Mrs. Royce Hetherington and family, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Musser, Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Hetherington and son, all of Bay City; Wilbur and George Breault of Camp Custer; and Mr. and Mrs. Otto Robinson and family of Detroit. Burial was in Ridge cemetery with the Rev. Floyd N. Drake officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 8-19/1942 Column – 3 Page – 8.


CHARLES HENRY ROBINSON (7 MARCH 1907 - 10 MARCH 1907)

 

An infant child of Fred Robinson, McClure, died Saturday. Interment took place Sunday in Gladwin township cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 3-14/1907 Column – 3 Page – 5.


FREDRICK CHARLES ROBINSON (28 DEC 1871 - 24 DEC 1947)

 

FREDERICK ROBINSON

 

   Frederick A. Robinson, 63, of 3051 Curtice Rd., Coleman died Sunday, July 13, at the University of Michigan Hospital following a short illness. Mr. Robinson was born in Denison, Tex., October 12, 1911, and was married to the former Miss Ardis Staley, of Coleman, June 13, 1931 in Coleman. He was the founder of Robinson Industries, Inc., Coleman, in 1945 and had served as its president since. Mr. Robinson was a member and deacon of Skeels Baptist Church, Gladwin, and a member and director of Gilman Springs Youth Camp, North M-30, Gladwin.

   Survivors are his wife, Ardis; 2 sons, Ronald and Bernard, both of Coleman; 1 daughter, Mrs. Jerry Kaleto, of Gladwin; 5 brothers, Jack, Charles, Burton and Joe, all of California, and Paul of Louisiana; a sister, Mrs. William (Genevieve) Hopkins of California; 10 granddaughters and a grandson.

   Services are being held today (Wednesday) at 2:00 p.m. at Skeels Baptist Church with the Rev. Carl M. Briggs officiating and burial will be in Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. O'Laughlin Funeral Home, Coleman, is in charge of arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 07-16/1975 Column - 6 Page - 2

 
MYRLEC ROBINSON (19 JAN 1906 - 9 FEB 1906)
FREDERICK WILLIAM ROHLOFF (1861 – 25 AUG 1956) Father, s/w Rohloff (b. 1868)

 

Butman Resident  Rites Monday

 

Frederick William Rohloff 93, of Butman township, died Saturday, August 25, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Alfred Flaming of Gladwin. Mr. Rolhoff was born November 11, 1862 in Poland. He was married to Caroline Stockman in 1886 and had lived in Gladwin County for the past 48 years, moving here from Cleveland, Ohio, in 1908.

 

Surviving are six children: Mrs. Nettie Flaming, Mrs. Otilia Boesch, Newark, Ohio, Mrs. Augusta Peck, Avon Lake, Ohio; Ewald A., of Holt, William H., Cleveland, and Fred G. Rolhoff, Willoughby, Ohio; also 14 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. His wife and one son preceded him in death.

 

Funeral services were held at the Miner Funeral Home at 2:00 p.m. on Monday. The Rev. H. C. Hall, Rev. Gordon H Rolhoff and Rev. Ewald A. Rolhoff were the officiating clergymen. Burial was in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-29/1956 Column – 5 Page – 1.


CAROLINE (STOCKMAN) ROHLOFF (2 FEB 1868 – 4 APR 1941) Mother, s/w Rohloff (b. 1861)

 

Funeral Services Held for Caroline Rohloff

 

Caroline Stockman Rohloff was born February 2, 1868 in Wola, Mlock, Plosk, Poland and died at her home after a long illness on April 4 at the age of 73 years. She was married to Fredrick W. Rohloff on April 13, 1886 and in 1900 migrated to the United States living in Cleveland, Ohio for 8 years. In 1908 they moved to Gladwin where they lived on a farm until her death.

 

Left to mourn are her husband Fredrick W. Rohioff, three daughters, Mrs. John Boesch, of Willoughby, Ohio, Mrs. Alfred Fleming of Gladwin and Mrs. F. E. Peck of Cleveland, Ohio, three sons, Ewald of Jackson, William H. of Euclid, Ohio and Fred Geo. of Willoughby, Ohio.

 

Funeral services were held in the Butman Menonite Church on Monday, April 7, with Rev. Kroeker and Ben Kranich officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 4-9/1941 Column – 7 Page – 5.


ROY DONALD ROSS (3 MAY 1914 -  16 SEP 1917)

 

   ROSS.---Roy Donald Ross, son of Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Ross, was born May 3, 1914, and departed this life Sept. 16, 1917, aged 3 years, 4 months, 13 days. He leaves a father and mother and two brothers, Harold and Calvin. So up, far up, his spirit wandered. Through the mist of pearly dew. And the angels at the gateway. Led the little wanderer through, And upon the emerald meadows, Snow-white lillies more than fair, Bloomed in tender, radiant beauty, For this child of God to wear. The funeral was held Wednesday at the home of W. L. Taylor, conducted by Rev. T. A. Wallace. Interment in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-20/1917 Column - 4 Page - 4
ANNA ROSSOL (1863 - 1949) s/w Gottlieb
GOTTLIEB ROSSOL (1865 - 1945) s/w Anna

 

BEULAH M. ROWSTON (13 JUNE 1921 - ?) m. 24 Jun 1942, s/w Donald L.

 

Beulah M. Rowston, 85, of Gladwin passed away Aug. 9, 2006 at the Gladwin Pines Nursing Home. She was born June 13, 1921 in Pontiac to Stanley and Vada (Stephensen) Shaver. Beulah was married to Donald Rowston for 59 years before his passing in 2001. They came to Gladwin in 1975 and she was a member of the Grass Lake Community Center.
Surviving are one son, Robert Rowston of Taylor; one daughter, Janet Cranmer of North Carolina; four grandchildren and three Great-grandchildren; and two sisters-in-law, Mina Lenkton of Waterford and Dorothy Striet of Atlanta, Michigan. Three brothers and one sister predecease her.
Services were held Tuesday at Ridge Cemetery. Sisson Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

 


DONALD L. ROWSTON (5 JUNE 1921 - 4 MAY 2001) m. 24 Jun 1942, s/w Beulah M.

 

ADOLPH RUMMINGER (17 JULY 1881 – 5 DEC 1952)

 

Services Held for Adolph Rumminger

 

Adolf Rumminger, 71, passed away on Friday, December 5, at the home of his son, Richard

Rumminger of Butman township, after several years illness. Funeral services were held on

Monday afternoon from the Round Lake Baptist church. The Rev. Victor Prendinger officiated and burial was made in Ridge cemetery.

 

Mr. Rumminger was born on July 17, 1881, In Poland. He came to Detroit in 1900 and to Sage township in 1906. In 1921 he moved to his present home in Butman township. He was married to Miss Helen Steinkraus in 1911, who preceded him in death in 1923.

 

Surviving are his son, Richard; a daughter, Erna, of Plymouth; a sister, Amelia Failer, of Poland; also five grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 12-10/1952 Column – 6 Page – 1.

 

HELEN RUMMINGER (1882 - MARCH 1923) Mother, s/w Henry

MRS. ADOLPH RUMMINGER

 

   Helen, wife of Adolph Rumminger, died in Detroit where he was taking medical treatment. She was 41 years old and was born in Russia. Funeral services were held at the home Wednesday afternoon. Burial in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-29/1923 Column - 5 Page - 5

 

HENRY RUMMINGER (1912 – 12 DEC 1937) Son, s/w Helen

 

Three Die in Flaming Car

 

Fatal Auto Crash Near Highwood Injures Six Others

 

A roaring gasoline inferno that trapped three Gladwin men in a small coupe following a head on collision near Highwood late Saturday night had cost the lives of all three today. Two died of burns in hospitals within a few hours of the crash, and the third died in Bay City Mercy Hospital Tuesday noon. Six other persons in the second car suffered painful injuries.

 

THE DEAD:

ERNEST PECK, died in the Clare hospital at 7 a. m. Sunday.

HENRY RUMMINGER, died in Mercy Hospital, Bay City, at 7:30 a.m. Sunday.

GEORGE PECK, died in Mercy Hospital, Bay City, at noon Tuesday.

 

THE INJURED:

EDWIN KLEISS, brain concussion, cuts and bruises, at home.

EDWARD YANKE, in Mercy Hospital, Bay City, with fractured jaw and possible internal injuries.

THELMA HARGER, severe cuts and bruises.

ALTA HARGER, severe cuts and bruises.

ELDA BARTON, cuts and bruises.

OTTO KLEISS, cuts and bruises.

 

All of the men live on farms near Gladwin. Thelma and Alta Harger are employed at the Hotel

Gladwin. Miss Barton works at the Howard House. First Aid Here Gladwin physicians were called to give first aid to all of the injured in the accident. The four most seriously injured were sent to hospitals immediately.

The Peck brothers and Rumminger were returning from a dance held at Art Whitney's Whitney Beach resort. The car carrying the Kleiss brothers and party were enroute to the dance. The cars came together about a mile west of the dance hall on the Highwood road. So teriffic was the crash that the engine of the Peck car was driven back into the body of the car, imprisoning the men. The gas tank exploded, spraying the occupants of the car with gasoline and igniting their clothes.

 

Sheriff Investigating

The boys were helpless to extricate themselves from the car. At first their clothing was burned off and their bodies seared. Efforts of passing motorists to null them from the car were at first foiled by the gas explosions and bursts of flame from within the car. Finally, however, all three were taken from the car. Sheriff Ray Cowell and Deputy Leonard Merrick are in charge of investigation of the case. Statements will be taken from the six passengers in the Kleiss car as soon as they are in condition to testify, the sheriff said.

 

Edwin Kleiss, driver of the car, says he was blinded by the approaching headlights and that

visibility was further blurred by frost on the windshield, officers reported.

 

FUNERAL SERVICES

 

Funeral services for Henry Rumminger were held Wednesday afternoon at 2 p. m. at the

Round Lake German Baptist church. Rev. P. F. Schilling officiated. Burial was in the Ridge cemetery.

 

Double funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 p. m. for George and Ernest

Peek at the Round Lake German Baptist church. Rev. P. F. Schilling will officiate and

burial will be in the Skeels cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-15/1937 Column – 8 Page – 1.

 

BEATRICE M. RUSSELL (1927 - ?) s/w Otto H.

GOTTLIEB RUSSELL (23 DEC 1863 - 23 JAN 1945)

 

ROUND LAKE MAN BURIED HERE

 

   Gottlieb Russell, 82, resident of Round Lake for the past 34 years, died January 23 at his home. He was born in Poland December 23, 1863. Mr. Russell is survived by his wife, Anna. Services took place January 26 at the Round Lake Baptist Church, with Rev. Thomas Stoeri officiaiting. Burial was made at Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record date 02-07/1945 Column - 1 Page - 1


OTTO H. RUSSELL (17 NOV 1923 - 15 OCT 1995)
, s/w Beatrice M.

 

OTTO H. RUSSELL

 

Otto H. Russell, 71, of Gladwin, died Sunday, Oct. 15, 1995 at his home. Born Nov. 17, 1923 in Detroit, he spent many years in St. Clair Shores before moving to Gladwin in 1986. Mr. Russell was a member of the Gladwin Cornerstone Baptist Church and was a veteran of World War II. He married the former Beatrice Young April 20, 1946 in Gladwin.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons. Stephen and wife Patricia of Ortonville, and David of St. Clair Shores; 4 daughters, Connie and husband Michael McClatchey of Ann Arbor, Nancy and husband Michael Brukley of Lawndale, Mo., Roxanne Russell of Sarasota, Fla., and Deborah Epstein of Chandler, Ariz.; one sister, Edna Grove of Gladwin; and 8 grandchildren.

 

Rites will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday from the Gladwin Cornerstone Baptist Church with the

Rev. Jack Metzler officiating. Burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Friends may call at the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin from 2 to 9 p.m. today (Wednesday). Memorials may be made to the church. Gladwin County Record dated 10-18/1995 Column – 1 Page – 7.

 

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WILLIAM EDWARD RUSSELL (1853 - 1934)

DANIEL RUSSOL (1889 - 1951)
EMMA RUSSOL (16 NOV 1895 - 1 SEP 1929)

 

MRS. EMMA RUSSOL

 

   Mrs. Emma Russol, wife of Daniel Russol, died Sept. 1, 1929 in a Bay City hospital. Mrs. Russol was born in Roland, Russia, and was 33 years, 9 months and 16 days old. Her husband and two children survive her. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at the Round Lake Baptist church, followed by burial at the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-05/1929 Column - 4 Page - 1

ISAAC EDWARD RUTTAN (6 JUNE 1893 - 3 AUG 1973)

 

EDWARD RUTTAN

 

   Edward Ruttan, 80, died Friday, August 3, at his home in Sterling followig a long illness. Born in Lapeer County, June 6, 1893, he was a resident of Gladwin County from 1900 until 1949 when he moved to Sterling. Mr. Ruttan and the former Lydia White were married June 26, 1917, in Gladwin. He was employed as a mechanic until his retirement.

   Surviving are his wife, Lydia; a daughter, Mrs. Raymond (Sue) Klenk of Sterling; and a son, Harold Ruttan of Lebanon, Pa.; and 3 grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday at 2:00 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home with the Rev. Carl Lindberg officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-08/1973 Column - 7 Page - 2

 

JAMES BOYD RUTTAN (5 JULY 1922 - 16 AUG 1925)

 

JAMES BOYD RUTTAN

 

   James Boyd Ruttan, son of Mr. and Mrs Edwin Ruttan, died Aug. 16, 1925, after an attack of cholera infantum. He was born July 5, 1922. Services were held at the Free Methodist church Tuesday afternoon, followed by burial in Ridge cemetery.

   He is survived by his parents, his sister Maxine, and his brother Harold and a host of relatives and friends.

   "A preciouse babe from us has gone; A voice we loved is stilled; A place is vacant in our hearts. That never can be filled." Gladwin County Record dated 08-20/1925 Column - 5 Page - 4


LYDIA C. (WHITE) RUTTAN (5 APRIL 1900 - 20 OCT 1990) s/w Isaac Edward

 

LYDIA RUTTAN

 

   Lydia C. Ruttan, 90, of Sterling and formerly of Gladwin, died Saturday, Oct. 20, 1990, in Greenbriar Nursing Home, Sterling. She was born in Gladwin, April 5, 1900. The former Lydia White, she was married to Edward Ruttan in 1917 in Sterling. He preceded her in death in 1973.

   Surviving are one sister, Mildred Foor of Gladwin; one granddaughter; 3 great grandchildren; and 6 great great grandchildren. A daughter and 2 sons preceded her in death. Rites were held Tuesday at 11 a.m. from the R.O. Savage Funeral Home, Standish. Burial was in the Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin Township. Gladwin County Record dated 10-24/1990 Column - 3 Page - 2


DELORES MAXINE (RUTTAN) HUBER (7 JULY 1918 - 29 MAY 1938)

 

Holiday Crash is Fatal Here

 

Funeral services were held at 2 p. m. Tuesday for Mrs. Delores Maxine Huber, 20, who was almost instantly killed early Sunday morning when the car in which she was riding sideswiped another driven by Albert Miller, of Gladwin, on M-18 six mile south of Prudenville.

 

Driving the car in which Mrs. Huber was riding was Alfred Mantey, of Detroit. Riding with

them were Ed Yanke, of Gladwin, and Ruth Ferus, of Grosse Pointe. None of the others were

seriously injured. Miller was preceding north on M-18 and the Mantey car was going south. The accident occurred at 1:15 a. m. Troopers Ralph Glassford and Jack Coltson, of the Houghton Lake State Police Post, are investigating the accident.

 

Tuesday funeral services were conducted by Rev. Humphrey at the Latter Day Saints Church, six miles north of Gladwin. Burial was in Ridge cemetery.

 

Mrs. Huber is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Ruttan. Gladwin County Record dated 6-1/1938 Column – 7 Page – 1.

 

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JOHN F. SAMPSON (11 FEB 1852 - 11 JUNE 1917)

 

TAKES HIS OWN LIFE

 

JOHN SAMPSON OF GLADWIN TOWNSHIP TAKEN AWAY  MONDAY

 

Despondency Caused by III Health Leads to Rash Deed by Old Resident.

 

John Sampson, one of the oldest and best known residents of Gladwin township, ended his own life Monday morning by cutting his throat with a jackknife. When he was found to be missing a search of the premises was made, and only by accident was he found in a small enclosure under a straw stack, life not quite gone, but unable to speak.

 

The only cause for the sad ending was poor health. Mr. Sampson had suffered from stomach trouble for some time, and he had forebodings that cancer of the stomach was the cause. This trouble gave him much uneasiness.

 

Mr. Sampson had lived in Gladwin township nearly 40 years. In the days of logging he followed the life; of a woodsman, and as was characteristic of this class of men he was big hearted and true, loyal to his friends and ever ready to assist the needy. After lumbering days he became a farmer. He stood high with his fellow men, and ably served his township as supervisor a number of terms.

 

Mr. Sampson was born in Canada. He was aged 65 years and 4 months. He leaves several sons and daughters. His wife died a number of years ago. Funeral services were held at Wagarville, June 13, with interment in Highland cemetery. The I. O. O. F., of which he was a member, conducted the lats sad rites at the grave. Gladwin County Record dated 6-14/1917 Column – 4 Page – 1.

 
MATILDA B. SAMPSON (1863 – 22 MAR 1901)

 

Death of Mrs. John Sampson.

 

The death of Matilda, wife of John Sampson, of Gladwin township, took place March 22. She was 38 years old. Funeral services were held at the Ridge M. E. church and were largely attended. The remains were interred in Gladwin cemetery.

 

Deceased had resided in Gladwin township a number of years, and was highly esteemed. The bereaved husband and children have the sympathy of a wide circle of friends in their bereavement. Gladwin County Record dated 3-29/1901 Column – 6 Page – 7.


ROGER LUDVIG SANDBANK (4 JAN 1934 – 11 APR 1991)

 

ROGER SANDBANK

Roger L. Sandbank, 57, of 3872 Thendara Ct., Gladwin, died Thursday, April 11, 1991, in the

MidMichlgan Regional Medical Center-Gladwin, after a short illness. Born in Aura, Jan. 4, 1934, he moved to Gladwin County 4 ½ years ago from Flint. Mr. Sandbank was a material handler for the last 17 years for G. M. Truck and Bus In Flint. He was a member of the Secord Eagles Club 4121, the Flint Eagles Club 629 and the Croation club of Flint. He was active in bowling, golf, tennis and basketball and helped start the Junior Bowling Program In

Flint.

 

Surviving are one son, Darren of Texas; one daughter, Tamara of Arizona; his mother, Mrs.

Emma Sandbank of Detroit; his companion, Barbara Miller of Gladwin; and 3 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 3 half brothers and a half sister.

 

Rites were held Monday at 1:30 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Roger Hardy officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. An Eagles Memorial Service was held Sunday at 7:30 p.m. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 4-17/1991 Column – 4 Page – 2.
ADELA SAUER (2 APR 1893 – 28 MAY 1952)

 

Adela Sauer

 

Miss Adela Sauer, 58 passed away at the home of her parents on Wednesday, May 28, in Cleveland, Ohio. She had been in ill health for some time. Miss Sauer was born in Poland on April 2, 1893, and came to the United States in 1911.

 

Survivors are her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Julius Sauer; three brothers, Adolph of Gladwin and August and Henry of Detroit; two sisters, Pauline of Detroit and Mrs. Anna Ziemer of Sage.

 

Funeral services were held at the Hall Funeral Home on Saturday afternoon. The Rev. G. G.

Press, of the West Branch Lutheran church, officiated and burial was made in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 6-4/1952 Column – 2 Page – 13.


ADOLPH SAUER (1 MARCH 1895 - 9 OCT 1986)

 

ADOLPH SAUER

 

   Adolph Sauer, 91, of Gladwin, died Thursday, Oct. 9, at the Gladwin Nursing Home after a long illness. Born in Poland March 1, 1895, he came to Gladwin County in 1914. He was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church. Surviving are a brother, August of Florida; one sister, Mrs. Ann Ziemer of Gladwin. He was preceded in death by 11 brothers and sisters.

   Rites were held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Donald Dengler officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-15/1986 Column - 4 Page - 2


AUGUST SAUER (13 AUG 1900 – 12 JULY 1993)

 

AUGUST SAUER

 

August Sauer, 92, of Florida and formerly of Gladwin, died Monday, July 12, 1993, after a

long illness. Born in Poland, Aug. 13, 1900, he was an Insurance salesman.

 

Surviving are 2 daughters, Marilyn Fischer of Warren and Joyce Strasburg of Niceville, Fla.;

3 sons, Wesley of San Diego, Calif., Dennis of Harper Woods and Elmer of Detroit; one sister, Ann Ziemer of Gladwin; 11 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

 

Rites were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson Funeral Home. The Rev. George Coon officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 7-21/1993 Column – 3 Page – 2.


HENRY SAUER (8 JULY 1902 – 31 DEC 1962)

 

Passes After Long Illness

 

Funeral services will be-held Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Miner Chapel for Henry Sauer, 60,

of 4034 Hereford, Detroit, who died at the Gladwin Nursing Home on Monday following an

illness of many months. The Rev. Raymond Schultz, of St. John’s Lutheran Church, will officiate and burial is in Ridge Cemetery.

 

A former supervisor in American-Motors Aircraft Division, he was born on July 8, 1902, in

Germany. He was a member of Hope Lutheran Church, Detroit.

 

Survivors include his wife, Mabel; two brothers, Adolph and August, of Gladwin; and two

sisters, Mrs. Anna (Henry) Zimer, and Mrs. Pauline (August) Keding, also of Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 1-2/1963 Column – 1 Page – 2.


JULIUS SAUER (5 NOV 1862 - 25 OCT 1957) s/w Louise

 

SERVICES HELD FOR JULIUS SAUER, 94

 

   Julius Sauer, 94, retired Sage township farmer, died on Friday, Oct. 25, at the Dubey Nursing Home following a two-weeks illness. Mr. Sauer was born Nov. 5, 1862 in Poland and moved to Gladwin county from Poland 44 years ago. He was married to the former Miss Louise Gietz in 1890, in Poland. She precede him in death on Jan. 23, 1957. Two sons and six daughters also preceded him in death.

   Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Pauline Kedding, of Detroit, Mrs. Anna Ziemer, of Gladwin, three sons, Adolph, of Gladwin, August and Henry, of Detroit; 15 grandchildren; and 22 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday at 1:30 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home, and 2 p.m. at the Zion Lutheran Church. The Rev. H. F. Brietzke officiated and burial was in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-30/1957 Column - 2 Page - 1


LOUISE (GIETZ) SAUER (22 FEB 1874 - 23 JAN 1957) s/w Julius

 

Mrs. Julius Sauer, 82 Passes Suddenly

 

Mrs. Louise Sauer, 82, died suddenly at her home in Sage Township this morning. Mrs. Sauer was born in Poland on Feb. 22, 1874, the daughter of Anna and Fred Gietz, and had lived in Gladwin for the past 43 years. She was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church. She was married to Julius Sauer in 1890 in Poland.

 

Surviving are her husband; two daughters, Mrs. Pauline Keding of Detroit and Mrs. Anna Ziemmer of Gladwin; three sons, Adolph of Gladwin, August and Henry of Detroit; and 15 grandchildren. Two sons and seven daughters are deceased.

 

Funeral services will be held Saturday at 1:15 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home and at 2:00 p.m. at the Zion Lutheran Church with the Rev. Raymond Mueller officiating. Burial will be in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 1-23/1957 Column – 2 Page – 1.


THERESA SAUERS (1917 – 12 OCT 1930)

 

Last Sunday evening, Oct. 12, at about 7 o'clock Therese Sauer, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Julius Sauer of Oberlin, passed away at the Mercy hospital, Bay City. Therese had been taken to Bay City Oct. 5 and underwent an operation. Although her operation was seemingly a success her condition grew worse toward the end of the week. A second

operation performed last Sunday, failed to save her.

 

She had reached the age of 13 years, 7 months and 14 days. Her passing is mourned by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Julius Sauer, six brothers and sisters, Mrs. August Keding, Adolph and Anna at Oberlin, Adelia in Cleveland, August and Henry in Detroit. Besides these she will be sorely missed by a host of other relatives and friends.

 

Funeral services were held at the Lutheran church at Oberlin this afternoon at two o'clock, conducted by Rev. Bernard Roth, followed by burial at Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-16/1930 Column – 5 Page – 1.


JAMES M. SCHAFFER (9 MARCH 1948 - 24 FEB 1990)

 

JAMES SCHAFFER

 

James M. Schaffer, 41, of Flint and formerly of Gladwin, died Saturday, Feb. 24, 1990, at his

home after a long illness. Born in Detroit, March 9, 1948, he was a millwright for General

Motors. He also served in Vietnam. Mr. Schaffer and the former Debbie Thompson were married Dec. 28, 1969, in Houghton Lake.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Anthony, at home; one daughter, Holly, at home; his parents, Raymond and Shirley Schaffer of Petoskey and Dick and Barbara Batdorff of Houghton Lake; 3 brothers, David of Gladwin, Donald of Oklahoma, and the Rev. John of Petoskey; and his grandmother, Dorothy Barney of Petoskey.

 

Services were held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. William Elliott officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. A memorial service was conducted by the Gladwin County VFW Post 7303 and the American Legion Post 171. Gladwin County Record dated 2-28/1990 Column – 4 Page – 2.

 

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RAYMOND J. SCHAFFER (21 JAN 1930 - 21 OCT 2000)

 

Raymond J. Schaffer, 80, of Gladwin, died Saturday, Oct. 21, 2000 in Canada. Born June 21, 1920, in Mackinaw City, he was the son of the late William and Dorothy (Barney) Schaffer. Raymond married the former Shirley Elizabeth Glazier, June 16, 1945 in Detroit. They moved to Gladwin in 1957 from New York. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, and was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

   Besides his wife he is survived by two sons, David of Jackson and Donald and wife Gayle of Newkirk, Okla.; one daughter-in-law, Debra and husband Ron Summers of Rockford, Ill.; seven grandchildren, Heather and husband Rob Camp, Michael and wife Cari Schaffer, Tony and wife Kristi Schaffer, Holly and husband Mark Dimling, and Melissa, Carisa, and Thomas Schaffer; three great-grandchildren; and one brother-in-law, Donald and wife Billie of Holland. He was preceded in death by two sons, James and John.

   A funeral litergy will be celebrated at 11 a.m. today (Wednesday) at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Rev. Father Patrick Jankowiak officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. A wake service was held at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. Friends may call at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Mid-Michigan, American Diabetes, the Michigan Heart Association, or Sacred Heart Church. Sisson Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 10-25/2000 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

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BERTHA SCHESKE (1888 – 15 FEB 1934)

 

Mrs. Bertha Scheske, Sage Resident, Dies

 

Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at Zion Lutheran church for Mrs. Bertha Scheske, who died February 15, at the age of 46. Mrs. Scheske, the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Fietz, was born in Poland September 17, 1887. In 1903, at the age of 16, she was married to Mr. Otto Frank. This union was blessed with 10 children. Her husband, Otto Frank, and seven children have preceded her in death. In the year 1923 she came to this

country, making her home in Cleveland, Ohio, where she met and married her present husband, Mr. Louis Scheske. In the year 1929 they moved to Gladwin county, first living on the Rutz farm and then later on their own farm.

 

Her departure is mourned by her husband, Louis Scheske, three daughters, Mrs. Martha Fischback, Cleveland, Mrs. Elsie Schlese, Mrs. Charles Dombroske, Gladwin. Besides these

she leaves to mourn, her aged mother, two sisters and a brother in Poland, a sister, Mrs. Emielie Frank, a brother, Frederick Fietz, Cleveland, Ohio, and four grandchildren.

 

Bernard C. Roth, pastor of Zion Lutheran church, basing his main address on Rev. 7, 9-17. Burial took place in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 2-22/1934 Column – 3 Page – 8.


LOUIS SCHESKE (1886 – 12 NOV 1934)

 

LOUIS SCHEFKE SERVICES

 

The body of Louis Schefke, 48 years old, who died of cancer at Detroit, is being brought to Gladwin today. Schefke was a former resident of Oberlin. Services will be held at the Lutheran church Thursday (tomorrow) at 2 p. m. Gladwin County Record dated 11-14/1934 Column – 4 Page – 5.

 

ALBERT SCHINDEL (20 JULY 1920 - 25 OCT 2005)

 

Albert Schindel, 85, of Gladwin died Oct. 25, 2005 at St. Mary's Medical Center in Saginaw following a long illness. He was born July 20, 1920 in Gladwin to Alexander and Ernestine (Fritzke) Schindel. He married Marie Lybeer in Detroit on Sept. 20, 1941. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was employed as an operator at Dow Chemical. He lived in Gladwin County most of his life and was a life member of the Gladwin Historical Society.

Surviving are his wife, Marie Schindel of Gladwin; two sons, Ronald (JoAnne) Schindel of Royal Oak and Roger Schindel of Gladwin; three grandchildren and six Great grandchildren; two brothers, Lawrence Lemke of Gladwin and Lenard Lemke of Trenton; one sister, Virginia Landenberger of Gladwin; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, Ruth and Evelyn, and one brother, Raymond.

Funeral services were held on Friday, Oct. 28 at Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin with Pastor Norman Betke officiating. Burial followed in Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or to the American Kidney Foundation. Gladwin County Record dated 11-02/2005 Column - 2 Page - 2


ALEX SCHINDEL (1888 – MAY 1924)

 

Alex Schindel's funeral was largely attended. Gladwin County Record dated 5-22/1924 Column - 2 Page - 3.


FREDERICK SCHINDEL (? - 5 DEC 1936)

 

The community was shocked to hear of the death of Fred Schindel of Houghton; also of the loss of Mrs. Johnson's baby of Detroit, formerly Mrs. Mayberry. Gladwin County Record dated 12-9/1936 Column – 3 Page – 6.

 

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ARTHUR M. SCHINDLER (3 MAY 1922 - 11 AUG 2002) m. 5 Aug 1944, s/w Harriet E.

 

Arthur Schindler, age 80, passed away Friday, Oct. 11, 2002 at the Gladwin Pines Nursing Center following a long illness.  He was born May 3, 1922 in Oberlin to Martin and Matilda Koenke Schindler. He married the former Harriet Anderson Aug. 5, 1944 in Gladwin.  She survives him.  Mr. Schindler was a charter member of the Gladwin Cornerstone Baptist Church.  He farmed in Sage Township all of his life and was a member of the Farm Bureau, MMPA, and the soil conservation district.  He was an avid horseman, bowler and deer hunter.

 

Surviving besides his wife Harriet are his children Max and Gloria Schindler of Gladwin, Mary Sue and Steve Czape of Gladwin, Beth and Randy Benson of Beaverton, Barbara and Larry Lyons of Gladwin; grandchildren, Julie and Glen Tortenson, Matt and Tami Schindler, Chad Roehrs, Todd Roehrs, Bryan Lyons, Renee Czape, Rachel Czape and Roberta Czape. One son Gary and one granddaughter Sarah predeceased Art both in 1990.

 

Services were held at 11 a.m. Monday at Gladwin Cornerstone Baptist Church. Rev. Tony Alexander officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the church or Alzheimer's charity.  Arrangements were handled through Sisson Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 10-16/2002 Column - 6 Page – 2


GARY A. SCHINDLER (23 MARCH 1946 - 19 NOV 1990)

 

Gary A. Schindler, 44, of 3852 Schmidt Rd., Gladwin, died suddenly of a heart attack Monday, Nov. 19, 1990. Born in Gladwin, March 23, 1946, he had spent his lifetime here.  Mr. Schindler was a farmer and a member of the Round Lake Baptist Church, the Farm Bureau, FFA, 4-H, Michigan United Conservation Club and the Bear Hunters Association.

 

Surviving are his parents, Arthur and Harriet Schindler of Gladwin; one brother, Max, of Gladwin; and 3 sisters, Mary Sue Czape and Barbara Lyons of Gladwin and Beth Benson of Beaverton. Services were held last Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the Sison-Mathews Funeral Home.  The Rev. Robert Brown officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery.  Memorials may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Association. Gladwin County Record dated 11-28/1990 Column - ? Page - ?


HARRIET E. (ANDERSON) SCHINDLER (16 DEC 1923 - ?) m. 5 Aug 1944, s/w Arthur M.
MARTIN GOTTFRIED SCHINDLER (30 OCT 1865 – 29 JULY 1944) s/w Mary H.

 

Martin G. Schindler

 

Martin Gottfried Schindler was born in Brandenburg, Germany, October 30, 1865. He came to this country when a young man and was married to Miss Mary Pade November 7, 1895, in Erie, Pennsylvania.

 

They took up their residence in Fischer county, Texas where they lived for nine years.

To them five children were born, two boys dying in their earliest infancy. From Texas he

moved with his family to Gladwin in 1906, and has made his home here until last year when he went to stay with his loved ones in Detroit. His wife preceded him in death in 1924.

 

For the last thirty-eight years he was an active and faithful member of the Round Lake Baptist

Church, which he served in the capacities of Sunday School Superintendent for many years,

also as trustee, deacon, and Sunday School teacher. He served his township as treasurer, justice of the peace and supervisor. For the past two years he suffered with a heart ailment and died suddenly on Saturday, July 29, while still living with his children in Detroit.

 

He is survived by four children, Louise and William of Detroit, Martin of Gladwin, and Walter, who is serving in France; also five grandchildren, Arthur of Gladwin, Palmer in the army in India, Arlene, Rosemary, and William, Junior, of Detroit.

 

Memorial services were conducted at Detroit July 31 at the Peters undertaking establishment

by the Rev. G. A. Lang of the Ebenezer Baptist Church, Detroit. Memorial services were held at the Round Lake Baptist Church Tuesday afternoon at 2:30, the sermon being preached by the pastor, Rev. Thos. Stoeri. A large attendance and gifts of flowers were expressive of the high esteem in which he was held. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-9/1944 Column – 2 Page – 1.


MARY H. (PADE) SCHINDLER (5 MAY 1862 – 10 NOV 1924) s/w Martin C.

 

MARY SCHINDLER

 

Mary Schindler, wife of Martin Schindler Sr., who has been a sufferer with bronchial asthma, died Nov. 10, at her home in Sage township. Mrs. Schindler was born in Germany May 5, 1862, and came to the United States 35 years ago, and has been a resident of Gladwin county 20 years. Funeral services were held at Round Lake Baptist church Wednesday afternoon conducted by Rev. P. F. Schilling. Gladwin County Record dated 11-13/1924 Column – 5 Page – 1.


ALVIN SCHLESE (15 JAN 1935 - 8 NOV 2005) s/w Colleen

Alvin “Al” Schlese, Alvin “Al” Schlese, 70, of Gladwin, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2005 at the Gladwin Pines Nursing Center. He was born in Gladwin on Jan. 15, 1935 to the late Daniel and Elsie (Franke) Schlese. He married the former Colleen Dunning in Saginaw on Oct. 30, 1954; she survives him. He lived most of his life in the Gladwin area. In 1983 he retired from Saginaw Grey Iron after 30 years of service. He was an avid outdoorsman and was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church.

Surviving besides his wife Colleen are one son, Darrell (RuthAnn) Schlese of Gladwin; one daughter, Karen (Bob) Munson of Grant; five grandchildren, Nicole (Chad) Searfoss, Kayla and Cody Schlese, and Shawn and Amber Munson; two Great grandchildren, Lexi and Carly Searfoss; and two sisters, Frieda (Len) Rose of Arizona and Ida (Don) Ringler of Gladwin. He was predeceased by one brother, Art Schlese.

Funeral services were held Sunday, Nov. 13 at Our Savior Lutheran Church with Pastor Norman Betke presiding. Burial was at Ridge Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to Our Savior Lutheran Building Fund.


COLLEEN (DUNNING) SCHLESE (4 APRIL 1936 - ?) m. 30 Oct 1954, s/w Alvin
DANIEL SCHLESE (28 JAN 1893 – 24 SEP 1965) s/w Elsie

 

Rites Held for Daniel Schlese

 

Services were held Sunday at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Oberlin, for Daniel Schlese, 72,

of Sherman Township, who died Friday after a month’s illness. The Rev. Ernst Mueller officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Born in Russia on Jan. 28, 1893, he came to the United States when he was 17. Mr. Schlese lived in Cleveland for several years before coming to Gladwin County in 1932. He was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church, Oberlin.

 

Surviving are two sons, Arthur, of Dearborn and Alvin, of Gladwin; two daughters, Mrs.

Frieda Rose, of Wilmington, Del. and Mrs. Edith Roth, of Warren; and seven grandchildren.

A prayer service was held at the Miner Chapel at 8 p. m. Saturday. Gladwin County Record dated 9-29/1965 Column – 7 Page – 1.


ELSIE GERTRUDE (FRANKE) SCHLESE (11 APR 1908 – 23 DEC 1936) s/w Daniel

 

AUTO CRASH FATAL TO TWO

 

SAGE TOWNSHIP WOMAN IS KILLED NEAR SAGINAW ON WEDNESDAY

 

Holiday auto accidents were fatal to two women within the limits of Gladwin county during the past two weeks. Mrs. Daniel Schlese, 28, a resident of Sage township, was killed, near Saginaw Wednesday; and Miss Irene Reminder, 18 of West Branch, was killed in an accident on M-30 north of Leo’s place, Thursday night.

 

Mrs. Schlese was killed instantly when the auto in which she was riding collided with a truck. She was enroute to Cleveland, Ohio, to spend the holidays with relatives. With her in the car were Mr. and Mrs. Fred Brokoff and Mrs. Ed. Brokoff. All were injured and the two ladies are still confined to St. Lukes Hospital in Saginaw with broken shoulders.

 

Miss Reminder was killed when the car in which she was riding with Leo Daniels, of Greenville, turned over in the ditch north of Leo's Place at about 2:30 Friday morning. The couple were driving from Greenville to the home of Miss Reminder's parents, two

miles west of West Branch. Daniels, who was driving the car, escaped with minor bruises.

 

Funeral services for Mrs. Daniel Schlese were held at the Zion Lutheran church here Saturday. The Rev. H. F. BrietzKe officiated. Burial was in Ridge cemetery. Mrs. Schlese was born in Poland on April 11, 1908. She came with her family to this country in 1923 and settled with them in Cleveland, Ohio.

 

She was married to Daniel Schlese in 1924. Seven years later the Schleses moved with their family to Sage township, where they have since made their home. Besides her husband and four children, she is survived by two sisters, Martha Fischback and Helen Dombroski, both of Cleveland. Gladwin County Record dated 12-30/1936 Column – 8 Page – 1.


ALLEN B. SCHLICHTER (1 DEC 1865 – 14 MAR 1918)

 

News of the death of Allen B. Schlichter was received as the last issue of the Record went to press and briefly announced. It appears that in company with his wife (#2 Vera Bates) and father-in-law (Clark Bates who was also his brother in-law) he was on the way from Grand Rapids to Gladwin last Thursday, making the trip by auto , which he was driving and when near Lakeview he complained of being exhausted. A stop was made at a farmer’s house, to afford him relief, and had scarely entered the house when he fell dead. The body was brought to Gladwin by his wife and father-in-law, Clark Bates, arriving Friday; on the evening train, and was met by friends and members of the F. and A.M. who accompanied the cortege to the home of his son Ward Schlichter, where the body lay in state until Tuesday morning when services were held at the Methodist Episcopal church conducted by Rev. J. H. Cornelius, assisted by Rev. W. W. Chatfield of McClure and Wagarville circuit and Rev. A. J. Hettler. Services at the grave were conducted by the Masonic brethren who used the full ritual burial service, which was delivered in a very impressive manner by J. C. Musser, P.M. of Beaverton. Intement took place at Ridge Cemetery.

 

Allen B. Schlichter was born in New Dundee, Waterloo county, Ont. December 1, 1865 and came to Lapeer county, Michigan, when a young man, and married Harriet Elizabeth Bates, Nov. 30, 1888. They made their home in San Angelo, Texas, a few months; then returned to Michigan, and lived in Lapeer, Sanilac and Macomb counties till the spring of 1905, when he moved to Gladwin, where he made his home until his death. Having lost his first wife, he married Vera G. Bates, Nov. 17, 1917. He spent part of the winters of 1916 and 1917 with a brother and sister in North Carolina. He became a Christian at the age of 17 years and manifested much interest and activity in church work being always ready to help every good cause. To his efforts as county chairman during two campaignes was largely due to success of the Anti-Saloon campaignes in Gladwin county.

 

Besides the wido, three daughters, Mrs. Goldie Spike of Gladwin, Mrs. Clayton Leibler of Marlette and Miss Alora Schlicter of Gladwin, two sons, Ward of Gladwin and Clark of Vandervilt, and three sisters and two brothers, survive to morn the loss of a kind and considerate husband, father and brother; and seven litte grandchildren suffer a loss beyond their preset ability to understand, a loss that they will feel kore and more keenly with the passing days and years. Mr. Schlichter was very energetic in his business as a farmer and a shipper of livestock and in all his undertakings. He had several official positions and at the time of his death was county Agricultural agent in which postion he had entered upon a work to which he was peculiarly adapted. He had lived and carried out his plans in this place his work wounld have been of untold value to the county in bringing about a better undertaking between the people of the country and city. The relatives from out of town who attended the last rites were his daughter and her husband Mr. and Mrs Clayton Leibler of Marlette; his sister, Mrs. Cox from Brown City, and brother-in-law, George Bates from Detroit.


EFFIE MARY SCHLICHTER (19 SEP 1889 - 6 MARCH 1981) 

 

EFFIE SCHLICHTER

 

   Effie Mary Schlichter, 91, of Morpeth, Ont., Can., died suddenly Friday, March 6, in St. Marys Hospital, Livonia. Born in Brown City on September 19, 1889, she lived in Brown City and Gladwin before moving to Detroit in 1925. She was a bookkeeper for Crowley Miller in Detroit.

   Surviving are one sister, Mrs. Olive Vanest of Gladwin; and 2 brothers, LeRoy Schlichter of Detroit and Orville Schlichter of Farmington. Rites were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Donald Bates officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-11/1981 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

HARRIET ELIZABETH (BATES) SCHLICHTER (27 OCT 1863 – 30 NOV 1916)

 

Schlichter - Harriet Elizabeth Bates was born in the township of Lenox, Macomb county, Michigan, Oct. 27, 1863. She was married to Allan B. Schlichter in the city of Lapeer, Nov. 29 (Thanksgiving day) 1888, and soon after the marriage went with her husband to San Angelo, Texas. They returned to Michigan in the spring of 1889, and lived in Lapeer and Sanilac counties about 17 years. Since April 2, 1906, they have made their home in the township and in the city of Gladwin. She died of pleuro-pneumonia, at her home in the city of Gladwin, Nov. 30 (Thanksgiving day) 1916. She was a woman of high ideals, always on the right side of every moral question, active and energetic in support of her principles, and upcompromising in her opposition to every evil. In the local option campaign that mad Gladwin "dry" she toured the county with her husband, taking an active part in the work, giving addresses in numerous places and otherwise doing all she could to help the good cause win. She was very sympathetic and always a leader in caring for the sick, comforting the bereaved and aiding the unfortunate, was a member of the Woman's Temperance Union, the Grange, and the Ancient Order of Gleaners, and has held official positions in some of the societies. She died all she could to promote the welfare of her family and instilled into her children the lofty principles for which they are known to stand.


INFANT SCHLICHTER (no dates) Baby
MARY SCHLICHTER (1858 – 17 SEP 1923) s/w Wesley B.

 

MRS. MARY SCHLICHTER

 

Mrs. Mary Schlichter, formerly a resident of Wagarville, died Monday evening, Sept. 17, 1923, at seven o'clock, at the Masonic home at Alma. Mrs. Schlichter has been an invalid

25 years. Since the death of her husband, Wesley Schlichter, who died suddenly at Wagarville in 1911, she has made her home with Mr. and Mrs. S. B. Schlichter, until five years ago when she went to Brown City, where she stayed with relatives until

she entered the Masonic home two years ago.

 

She was aged 66 years, five months and 26 days. The body was brought to Gladwin Wednesday on the evening train, and taken to the home of her brother-in-law, Simeon

B. Schlichter, where services were held Thursday afternoon, Sept. 20, at two o'clock, conducted by Rev. F. L. Burkey. Burial took place at the Ridge cemetery beside her husband,

Wesley Schlichter. Gladwin County Record dated 9-27/1923 Column – 3 Page – 4.


NORENE SCHLICHTER (5 SEP 1903 – 1 MAY 1906)

 

SCHLICHTER — Noreen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Schlichter, was born near Brown City, Mich. Sept. 5, 1903, and died at the home of her parents, on the McClure farm, May 1, 1906.

 

She was of sweet, gentle, affectionate, happy disposition, and thereby won a permanent place in the hearts of all who knew her; and, although this world seems darker, the heavenly

world seems brighter and nearer than ever before because He who said

 

Suffer little children to come unto Me" has called her there. Funeral at 2:30 Thursday, at the

house. Interment in Gladwin township cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 5-10/1906 Column – 4 Page – 4.
SELDIA SCHLICHTER (29 APR 1871 – 6 FEB 1953)

 

Services Held for Former Resident.

 

Mrs. Selda Schlichter, 87, passed away February 6 at the home of her son, LeRoy, in Detroit. Selda Swart [Schwartz] was born April 29, 1871 in Lapeer County, and married Simeon Schlichter in 1889. They resided in Lapeer County until 1909 when they came to Gladwin and farmed in Gladwin Township until 1923, when they moved to Detroit. Mr. Schlichter died in 1927. Surviving are two sons, Leroy and Orville, both of Detroit; two daughters, Mrs. Olive Vanest of Gladwin and Miss Effie Schlichter of Detroit; four grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; two brothers and two sisters. Funeral services were held Tuesday, Feb 10, from Miner's Funeral Home with the Rev. Everett Love officiating and burial was in Ridge Cemetery.

 

[Gladwin Record: 2/11/1959 p1c6]


SIMEON B. SCHLICHTER (30 SEP 1863 – 28 MAY 1927)

 

SIMEON B. SCHLICHTER

 

Simeon B. Schlichter, a former resident of Gladwin, died May 28, 1927 at his home in Detroit after a illness of a few days although he had been in poor health some time. Simeon B. Schlichter was born in Waterloo County, Canada, September 30, 1863, and departed this life

May 28, 1927 at the age of 64 years, 7 months and 28 days.

 

Mr. Schlichter came to Gladwin from Brown City in 1907 and settled near Wagarville on the Sutherland farm, where he engaged in farming and the buying and selling of live stock. In 1924 he moved to Detroit where he has since made his home.

 

Mr. Schlichter leaves to mourn their loss his wife, Seldia; two daughters, Effie and Mrs. O. J.

Vanest; two sons, Orville and Leroy; and a brother Abraham of Virginia and sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Snyder of Bellhaven, North Carolina.

 

The body was brought to Gladwin Tuesday, May 31, and taken to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Leonard where funeral services were held in the afternoon at three o'clock conducted by Rev. Robert S. Miller followed by burial at the Ridge cemetery.

 

Relatives and friends who accompanied the body were Mrs. Schlichter, Miss Effie Schlichter,

Leroy and Orville Schlichter, Clyde Harrison, 0. J. Vanest, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Laycock and Lloyd Lake of Detroit; Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Gardiner of Brown City and Aldred Schlichter of Marlette. Gladwin County Record dated 6-2/1927 Column – 4 Page – 5.


WESLEY B. SCHLICHTER (DEC 1861 – 27 MARCH 1912) s/w Mary

 

WESLEY SCHLICHTER DIES

SUDDENLY WITHOUT PREVIOUS ILLNESS

 

Prominent Business Man of Gladwin Township

Wednesday evening at about 6:30 p. m., in the Wagarville store, immediately after a conversation over the telephone, Wesley Schlichter seated himself in a chair, and breathed his last in a very few minutes. There had been no apparent previous illness - he had been about at his usual duties during the day and had been among the people who attended the auction of Charles Larson, at Wagarville.

 

After Mr. Schlichter had seated himself against a desk, he made no response to the remarks of a by-standers, showed no suffering, but gradually collapsed and fell. The funeral will to held Tuesday forenoon in the Wagarville church. Burial will be in the Ridge cemetery.

 

He came to Gladwin something over three years ago, made investments in laud and purchased the Wagarville cheese factory, which he had made a great success. He was also a large owner of lands in the new township of Secord, and a stockholder of the Home State bank.

 

Mr. Schlichter was about 50 years old, is survived by his wife and three brothers, Allen B. Simeon, residents of Gladwin township and Jacob Schlichter of Gladwin city. He was an enterprising and ambitious business man, who will be greatly missed.

 

ALICE MARIE (RAYMOND) SCHMIDT (9 DEC 1920 – 29 JUNE 2011)

 

Alice Marie Schmidt

 

Alice Marie Schmidt, age 90, of 2200 S. M-18, Beaverton, passed away on Wednesday, June 29, at the Nottingham Nursing Home in Midland. She was born Alice Marie Raymond on December 9, 1920 in Flint, to Shirley and Harriet (Dennings) Raymond.

 

She graduated from Gladwin High School in 1939. On January 7, 1945 she married Bruno Schmidt at the Skeels Baptist Church. They were married until his death in 1996. Alice was a home maker and worked briefly in factories in Saginaw and Chicago during World War Two and was a secretary for the Superintendent of Gladwin High School.

 

She enjoyed gardening and working on arts and crafts. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and brothers; Laverne Raymond, Carl Raymond, Donald Raymond, Wilber Raymond, Howard Raymond, and Sister Naomi Beire.

 

She is survived by her sons; Ronald (Jacqueline) Schmidt of Midland; David Schmidt of Gillette, Wyoming, James Schmidt of Gladwin, and daughter; Patricia (Rick) Krall of Gregory. Brother Russell Raymond of Midland. 11 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

 

Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, July 6, at 1 p.m. at the Sisson Funeral Home with Pastor Tony Reynolds officiating. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 5, from 2-8 p.m. at the funeral home and again on Wednesday from Noon until the time of services. Interment will be in Ridge Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made inmemory of Alice to Southern Care Hospice. Gladwin County Record dated 7-6/2011 Column - 3 Page - 2.

 

 


BRUNO SCHMIDT (16 JAN 1920 - 30 NOV 1996)

 

BRUNO SCHMIDT

 

Bruno Schmidt, 76, a longtime resident of Gladwin, died Saturday, Nov. 30, 1996 at the MidMichigan Regional Medical Center- Gladwin. Born Jan. 16, 1920 in Poland, he came to the U.S. in 1929 and worked for Dow Chemical Co. as a boiler maker/welder, retiring in 1973. He also farmed for 25 years. Mr. Schmidt married the former Alice Raymond, Jan. 7, 1945 in

Gladwin. He was a veteran of World War II, a member of VFW Post 7303, and enjoyed woodworking, hunting, fishing and bowling.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by 4 sons, Ronald and wife Jackie of Midland, David of Gillett, Wyo., James and Ronnie of Gladwin; one daughter, Patricia Torres of Howell; stepmother, Frieda Schmidt of Gladwin; one sister, Betty Kemper of Brighton, and 13

grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one sister, Elsie Renas.

 

Services will be held at 11 a.m. today (Wednesday) from the Sisson Funeral Home with the Rev. Robert Brown officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery with graveside services under the auspices of VFW Post 7303. Memorials may be made to the Hospice of Gladwin Area. Gladwin County Record dated 12-4/1996 Column – 4 Page – 7.


EMMA SCHMIDT (1897 – 17 JULY 1938) Mother

 

We extend our sympathy to the Schmidt family, in their sad bereavement, the loss of wife and mother. Gladwin County Record dated 7-20/1938 Column – 5 Page – 6.


FRIEDA (DUSCHEK) SCHMIDT (24 MAY 1903 – 7 MAR 1999)

 

FRIEDA SCHMIDT

 

Frieda Schmidt, 95, of Gladwin, died Sunday, March 7, 1999 at the Gladwin Living

Center. She was born May 24, 1903 in Pabyance, Russia and was a member of Skeels Baptist Church. Frieda married Gustav Schmidt, March 30, 1941 in Benton. He preceded her in death in May 1971.

 

Surviving are one stepdaughter, Betty June and husband Bill Kemper of Atlanta; one stepdaughter-in-law, Alice Schmidt of Gladwin; one stepson-in-law, Walter Renas of Arizona; 10 step-grandchildren; 17 step great-grandchildren; three nieces; and one nephew. She was preceded in death by one stepdaughter, Elsie Renas; one stepson, Bruno Schmidt; two sisters; and one brother.

 

Services will be held at 1 p.m. today (Wednesday) at the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin with Rev. Tony Alexander officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 3-10/1999 Column – 1 Page – 2.


GUSTAV SCHMIDT (10 APRIL 1889 - 24 MAY 1971)

 

GUSTAV SCHMIDT

 

   Gustav Schmidt, 82, of Sage Township, died Monday, May 24, in the Gladwin Area Hospital. Born n Racziacz, Poland, on April 10, 1889, he came to the United States in 1928. In 1933, Mr. Schmidt moved to Gladwin County from Detroit. Mr. Schmidt served in the Russian Army during World War I. He was a retired farmer and a member of the Skeels Baptist Church and the Gladwin County Farm Bureau. He married the former Frieda Duschek on March 30, 1941, in Benton Harbor.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Bruno, of Gladwin; two daughters, Mrs. Elsie Renas, of Scottsdale, Ariz. and Mrs. Betty June Kemper, of Southfield; one brother, Benjamin Schmidt, of Germany; 10 grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

   Services will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. from the Skeels Baptist Church. The Rev. Carl Briggs will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. The Mathews Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 05-26/1971 Column - 2 Page - 2

 

AMALGA SCHULTZ (13 FEB 1864 - 8 APR 1953)

 

Services Will Be Held Saturday

 

Mrs. Amalga Schultz, 89, passed away this morning after one day's illness. Funeral services will be held from the Round Lake Baptist church on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The Rev. V. H. Prendinger will officiate and burial will be made in the Ridge cemetery. Friends may call at the Miner Funeral Home until noon on Saturday and at the church from 1 until 2 o'clock.

 

Mrs. Schmidt was born in Poland on February 13, 1864, and has been a resident of Gladwin county for several years. Her husband, Samuel Schultz, died in Poland in 1920. She was a member of the Round Lake Baptist church.

 

Surviving are three sons, Emil Schultz of Gladwin, Otto Schultz of Cleveland, Ohio, and Walter Schultz of Sao Paulo, Brazil; five daughters, Mrs. Amanda Wegner of Gladwin, Mrs. Helen Zion of Cleveland, Ohio, Mrs. Amalga Ikert, Mrs. Alvina Gatz and Mrs. Alma Ellert, all of Sao Paula, Brazil; also 29 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 4-8/1953 Column – 7 Page – 1.

 

IRENE CATHERINE (SISCO) SCHULZ (27 APR 1901 – 14 JULY 1942)

 

Services Friday for Mrs. Leo Schulz

 

Funeral services for Mrs. Leo Schulz, 41, of Saginaw, will be held at the Sacred Heart church

here Friday at 10 a. m. The Rev. E. A. Kirchoff, of St. Louis, will conduct the services. Mrs. Schulz is the former Irene Catherine Sisco, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Sisco, of Gladwin

township. She was born, on April 27, 1901, in Newberry and later moved to this country with her parents. She graduated from Gladwin High School with the class of 1920.

 

Surviving are her husband, Leo Schulz, of Saginaw; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Sisco, of Gladwin township; two brothers, Pvt. Lynn Sisco, of Camp Barclay, Texas, and William at home; a sister, Mrs. Arthur Maier, of Detroit; and seven children, Eileen, Ruth, Patricia, Donald, Frederick, Margaret Helen, and Richard.

 

Friends of the family will meet at the home for the Rosary at 8 p.m. Thursday. Burial will be in

Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 7-15/1942 Column – 4 Page – 1.


LEO EDWARD SCHULZ (20 MAY 1902 – MAY 1965)
ARTHUR C. SCHUMANN (1912 - 1968) s/w Lucille C.
LUCILLE C. SCHUMANN (1918 - 1990) s/w Arthur C.
OLGA SCHWARTZ (1902 – 2 JAN 1905)

 

CHILD DIES FROM BURNING

 

While Playing; Alone in a Room—Sad Affair

 

Little Olga Schwartz, 2 1/2 year-old daughter of Mrs. L. David, of McClure, while playing alone in a room caught fire and when her mother came to her aid was burned beyond help. The doctor was called, but the child died in about three hours.

 

How the child caught fire is not known. A tablecloth and the side of the room were on fire when the little girl was found.

 

Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Peters Wednesday at 10 a. m., and the little one was buried in Gladwin township cemetery.

 

The little girl was the daughter of Walter L. Schwartz, first husband of Mrs. David, who died about one year ago at the Dutcher hospital, from the effects of an operation for appendicitis,

and a granddaughter of Jacob Schwartz of Saginaw, who was present at the funeral. Gladwin County Record dated 1-6/1905 Column – 4 Page – 1.

 

VICTOR DAVID SCHWARTZ (1910 - 1913)
WALTER L. SCHWARTZ (1 JAN 1876 – JUNE 1903)

 

Walter L. Schwartz died Wednesday morning, after an illness of nine weeks with appendicitis, at the residence of D. C. Dutcher, in this city, where he was being cared for, the best medical

skill being of no avail. Funeral services will be held today at the M. E. church conducted by Rev. 0. F. Bulman. Interment in Gladwin township cemetery.

 

Mr. Schwartz was a son of Jacob Schwartz, of Saginaw, and was born in Saginaw, Jan. 1, 1876. He graduated from the Saginaw schools and took a course in the Agricultural College. He came to Gladwin three years ago to engage in farming, and had a fine farm in Gladwin township. There he married Miss Mabel Spike, daughter of W. B. Spike, who survives him with one child. He also leaves his father, four sisters and three brothers, his mother having

died some years ago. Gladwin County Record dated 6-19/1903 Column – 4 Page – 1.


VONROE L. (ANDREWS) SCOTT (22 AUG 1902 – 24 JUNE 1996) s/w Walter E.

 

VONROE L 'MICKEY' SCOTT

 

Vonroe L. "Mickey" Scott, 93, of Gladwin, died Monday, June 24, 1996 at the MidMichigan Regional Medical Center - Gladwin. Born Aug. 22, 1902 in Tallahassee, Fla., she came to Gladwin in 1954 and owned and operated Scott's Resort on Wiggins Lake. Mrs. Scott was a member of the Rebekahs Lodge. No. 151. The former Vonroe Andrews married Walter Scott Feb. 21, 1942 in Gladstone. He preceded her in death Sept. 17, 1991.

 

Surviving are one son, Levoy and wife Nina Taylor of Plantation, Fla.; one daughter, Judy

Scott of Beaverton; 3 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren.

 

Rites were held at 11 a.m. Friday from the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin. The Rev. Donald Potter officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. A Rebekah memorial was held Thursday evening at the funeral home. Gladwin County Record dated 7-3/1996 Column – 4 Page – 7.


WALTER E. SCOTT (30 SEP 1916 – 17 SEP 1991) s/w Vonroe L.

 

Walter E. Scott, 74, of Gladwin, died Tuesday, Sept. 17, 1991, in St. Luke’s Hospital, Saginaw. He was born Sept. 30, 1916, in Windsor, Ont., Can., and grew up in the Gladstone area. He moved to Gladwin in 1954 from Detroit and operated Scott’s Place, a resort on Wiggins Lake. In 1956, he went to work for the Gladwin County Sheriffs Dept., as a deputy

and became undersheriff in 1967. Mr. Scott was sheriff from 1969 until his retirement in

1976. He then worked part-time for Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. He also was employed by the Detroit to Cleveland Navigation Co. in the 1940’s. Mr. Scott was a member of the Gladwin Masonic Lodge 397 F.&A.M., the Gladwin Oddfellows I.O .O .F . Lodge 177 and the Gladwin Encampment 121. He was treasurer of the Gladwin Goodfellows.

 

Mr. Scott and the former Vonroe (Mickey) Andrews were married Feb. 21, 1942, in Gladstone. Besides his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Judy Smith of Iron Mountain; a step-son, Levoy Taylor of Miamar, Fla.; his stepmother, Dena Elliott of Gladwin; 2 sisters, Margaret Greyerbiehl of Gladwin and Marlene McNutt of Milford; 3 step-grandchildren and 4 step-great grandchildren.

 

Services were held Friday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Wayne Jensen and the Rev. Sherry Parker officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Wagarville United Methodist Church. Gladwin County Record dated 9-25/1991 Column – 3 Page – 2.
BLANCHE AMELIA (NETTLETON) SEARFOSS (11 JUNE 1890 – 9 AUG 1975) s/w George W.(b. 1889)

 

BLANCHE SEARFOSS

 

Mrs. Blanche A. Searfoss, 85, of 3800 N. Three Rivers Road, Gladwin, died at a Clare nursing home Saturday morning, August 9. Born in Gladwin Township, June 11, 1890, she was the daughter of Henry and Marjanna Babcock Nettleton. She and George Searfoss were

married July 19, 1911, in Gladwin, and he died August 7, 1971. Mrs. Searfoss lived all her life in Gladwin County and all her married life in Secord Township. She was a member of the Secord Baptist Church.

 

Surviving are 2 sons, George and Floyd, both of Gladwin; 3 daughters, Mrs. Frank (Elsie) Nash of Gladwin, Miss Hazel Searfoss and Mrs. Angus (Eva) Matthews, both of Lapeer; 3 brothers, Roy and George Nettleton of Gladwin, and Fred of Fenton; 3 sisters, Mrs. Margaret Searfoss of Gladwin, Mrs. Minnie Stowell of Flint, and Mrs. Jennie Moist of Charlotte; 21

grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, and 3 great great grandchildren.

 

Services were held Monday at 1 p.m. at Mathews Funeral Home with the Rev. Carl

Briggs officiating, and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-13/1975 Column – 4 Page – 2.


DAVID W. SEARFOSS (1 SEP 1891 - 23 OCT 1910) Aged 19 years, 1 month & 19 days

 

KILLED BY A GUN.

 

David Searfoss Meets Death From an Accidental Discharge, David Searfoss, 17 years old, living with his parents two miles southeast of Secord, was fatally wounded by the explosion of a gun Sunday. He was looking over some logs to build a house on a 40 acres he had bought, when the gun caught or fell in some way to cause it to explode, the charge entering his

right side just under the arm and taking an upward course, causing his death a few hours afterward. He was accompanied by his brother. His parents, four brothers and two sisters

are living. Gladwin County Record dated 10-27/1910 Column – 6 Page – 5.


FLOYD W. SEARFOSS (29 APRIL 1919 - 11 MARCH 1992)

 

Floyd W. (Pete) Searfoss. 72, of 3800 N. Three Rivers Rd., Gladwin, died Wednesday March 11, 1992 at his home after a long illness. Born in Secord Township, Gladwin County on April 29, 1919 he had spent most of his lifetime here. Mr. Searfoss was an automotive technician for several Ford dealerships in the area and retired in 1966 after 25 years. He served in the Army during World War II and was a life member of the Gladwin County VFW Post 7303. Following retirement he was self-employed in lumbering and wood sales.

 

Mr. Searfoss and the former Dorothy Bruggeman were married March 2, 1950, in Midland.

Besides his wife, he is survived by one son Tim of Alger; 3 daughters, Cindy Dean and Janet

Spencer of Alger and Mrs. David (Althea) Strickland of Sault Ste. Marie; one brother, George of Gladwin; 2 sisters, Mrs. Eva Matthews of Lapeer and Mrs. Elsie Nash of Gladwin; and 7 grandchildren.

 

Services were held Friday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin Chapel, with Elder Donald Siewert officiating. Military graveside rites were held by the Gladwin County VFW Post in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 3-18/1992 Column – 3 Page – 2.

 

PFC US ARMY WWII


GEORGE W. SEARFOSS, SR (6 SEP 1859 - 14 FEB 1936)

 

GEORGE W. SEARFOSS SECORD TWP. DIES

 

   Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the funeral parlors of Rogers and Neely for George W. Searfoss conducted by Rev. Charles H. Woods. Burial was at the Ridge cemetery.

   Mr. Searfoss died February 14 at his home in Secord township. He was born in Allen county, Ohio, and was 76 years, 5 months and 8 days old. He has been a resident of Secord township 28 years. Gladwin County Record dated 02-19/1936 Column - 4  Page - 8


GEORGE WASHINGTON SEARFOSS, SR (07 JULY 1890 1971 - 07 AUG 1971)

 

George W. Searfoss, 82, of Secord Township, died Saturday afternoon, Aug. 7, at the Gladwin Area Hospital. He had been in failing health the past six months and seriously ill, for two weeks. Born in Henry County, Ohio, he came to Gladwin County in 1910, and was married to the former Miss Blanche Amelia Nettleton in Gladwin on July 20, 1911. He farmed his Three Rivers Road farm all his life until last May when they moved to make their home with a daughter, Mrs. Frank Nash, on N. M-18. They celebrated their sixtieth wedding anniversary July 20. Mr. Searforr was a member of the Secord Baptist Church. He was the son of George and Sarah (Kestenholtz) Searfoss.

Surviving are his wife, Blanche; three daughters, Mrs. Elsie Nash of Gladwin, Mrs. Eva Matthews and Miss Hazel Searfoss, both of Lapeer; two sons, George and Floyd of Gladwin; one brother, Chris Searfoss of Gladwin; four sisters, Mrs. Lillian Golden of Gladwin, Mrs. Belle Wyman of Midland, Mrs. Margaret Sparks and Mrs. Rose Moffet, both of Ohio; 21 grandchildren, and 17 great grandchildren. Five brothers and two daughters preceded him in death.

Services were held Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. at the Mathews Funeral Home with the Rev. Carl Briggs officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-11/1971 Column - 5 Page - 2


HOMER SEARFOSS (1 JAN 1877 – 2 NOV 1942)

 

Homer Searfoss, 67, died at his home in Secord township, Monday, November 2.

 

Mr. Searfoss was born January 1, 1877 in Putnam County, Ohio. He came to Michigan in the fall of 1908 and settled in Secord township where he has since resided.

 

Survivors were five brothers, Frank, Elmer, Clifford and Glen of Ohio, James of Milan, four sisters, Mrs. Thomas Winkle, Mrs. Bessie Tencemaker, Mrs. Earl Hunter, and Mrs. Blanche Thomas all of Ohio.

 

Funeral services were held at Rogers Funeral Home at 1:30 p.m., Thursday. Burial in Ridge Cemetery with Rev. Larson, minister of Baptist church of West Branch officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 11-11/1942 Column - 4 Page - 1.  

 

JAMES HENRY SEARFOSS (22 FEB 1968 - 20 FEB 1999)

 

James Henry Searfoss, 30, Floresville, Texas, and formerly of Gladwin, died Saturday, Feb. 20, 1999 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Born Feb. 22, 1968 in Gladwin, he was the son of Sue Searfoss and Phuoc Nguyen of Taunton, Mass., and David and Susan Searfoss of Gladwin. Besides his parents he is survived by two brothers, Mathew Joseph of Floresville, Texas, and David of Gladwin; three sisters, Deborah Le and husband Tony of Taunton, Mass., and Jessica and Marjanna of Gladwin; two stepbrothers, Nicky and Matthew, both of Gladwin; two nephews, Mikhael and Danniel Le of Taunton, Mass.; and a niece, Cheyenne Searfoss of Floresville, Texas.

 A memorial service is planned for 1 p.m. Sunday at the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Edenville with Pastor Russell Thomas of Edenvile and Pastor Dan Rachor of Benton Harbor, officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-24/1999 Column - 3 Page - 2


JESSE J. SEARFOSS (12 JULY 1895 - 19 AUG 1912) Aged 16 years, 1 month & 7 days,

 

SEARFOSS.

 

Jesse Searfoss died at-his home in Secord, Aug. 19, from blood poisoning caused by injuries to an ankle sustained in jumping over a fence. He was just a little over 16 years of age, and was loved by all his associates, by whom he will be greatly missed. Funeral was

held at the home Thursday forenoon. Interment in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-29/1912 Column – 3 Page – 4.


LOUIS HENRY SEARFOSS (30 JAN 1893 - 30 OCT 1970) s/w Margaret J.

 

SERVICES HELD FOR LOUIS SEARFOSS

 

   Louis H. Searfoss, 77, of Secord Township, died Friday, Oct. 30, in the Gladwin Area Hospital following a short illness. Born in Henry County, Ohio, on Jan. 30, 1893, he came to Gladwin County in 1903. Mr. Searfoss was a retired farmer and a former member of the County Road Commission. He was married to the former Margaret Nettleton on Sept. 9, 1919, in Gladwin.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Ruth Morris, of Gladwin, Mrs. Betty Opperman, of Midland and Mrs. Marion Merriman, of Pontiac; four sons, Walter, David, and Leonard, of Gladwin and Glen, of Beaverton; two brothers, George and Chris, of Gladwin; three sisters, Mrs. Rose Moffett, of Cleveland, Ohio, Mrs. Maggie Sparks, of Tontogany, Ohio, Mrs. Belle Wyman, of Midland and Mrs. Lilly Golden, of Gladwin; 19 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

   Rites were held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Pastor George Rau officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-04/1970 Column - 4 Page - 1


MARGARET JANE (NETTLETON) SEARFOSS (1900 – 12 NOV 1990) s/w Louis H.

 

Mrs. Margaret J. Searfoss, 90, of 1137 E. Wirtz Rd., Gladwin, died Monday, Nov. 12,1990, in the Clare Nursing Home after a long illness. Born in Gladwin, Jan. 4, 1900, she had spent her lifetime here. The former Margaret Nettleton, she was married to Louis Searfoss, Sept. 9, 1919, in Gladwin. He preceded her in death, Oct. 30, 1970.

 

Surviving are 4 sons, Walter, Leonard and David of Gladwin and Glen of Beaverton; 3 daughters, Mrs. Helen Morris of Gladwin, Mrs. Betty Opperman of Midland and Mrs. Marion Merriman of Pontiac; one brother, Fred of Gladwin; 2 sisters, Minnie Stowell of Fenton and Jennie Moist of Charlotte; 26 grandchildren; 32 great grandchildren; and 6 great, great grandchildren.

 

Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Elder Douglas Carlson officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-14/1990 Column - 3 Page - 2.


SARAH ELIZABETH (KESTENHOLTZ) SEARFOSS (2 SEP 1862 - 6 SEP 1934)

 

MRS. GEORGE SEARFOSS, SR.

 

   Funeral services for Mrs. George Searfoss, Sr., who died September 6,  were held Saturday, Sept. 8, at 1 p.m. at the home in Secord township, conducted by Rev. Charles H. Woods, followed by burial at Ridge cemetery. Sarah Elizabeth Searfoss, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Kestenholtz, was born in Crawford county, Ohio, September 2, 1862, and was married to George Searfoss at Columbus Grove, Ohio, in 1879. The Searfosses moved to Gladwin 26 years ago, and located on the farm in Secord townshi

   She is survived by her husband, four sons and four daughters, Chas., of Midland, George, Lewis and Chris of Gladwin, Mrs. Maggie Askins of Bowling Green, Ohio, Mrs. Rose Moffett and Mrs. Mary Burns of Cleveland, Ohio, and Mrs. Lily Golden of Gladwin, 26 grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, three sisters and a brother in Ohio. Gladwin County Record dated 09-20/1934 Column - 1 Page – 11


ANNA MABEL SECORD (16 JUNE 1895 – 18 DEC 1962) Mother

 

RITES HELD FOR MRS. ANNA SECORD

 

Funeral services were held Saturday at the Miner Chapel for Mrs. Anna Secord, 67, of Gladwin, who died Tuesday at Midland Hospital. The Rev. Carl Briggs officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Mrs. Secord was born on June 16, 1895, in Secord Township, and spent most of her lifetime here. She was a great granddaughter of Marvel Secord, first white settler in Gladwin County.

 

Survivors include three sons, George McDonald, of Midland and Myron McDonald, of Port Huron, and Fred Ensign, of Chicago, Ill.; one daughter, Mrs. Laura Roberts, of Gladwin; four brothers, Charley Secord, of Oregon, William Secord, of Wolverine, Jerome Secord, of Clio, and Ralph Secord, of Rochester; five sisters, Mrs. Beryl Gifford, of Mt. Rose, Mrs. Mary Gifford, and Mrs. Effie Breecher, of Flint, Mrs. Dorothy Tolles, of Gaylord, and Mrs. Emma Bettis, of Vanderbilt; ten grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 12-26/1962 Column - 5 Page - 1.


BRIDGET ANN (ROURKE) SECORD (ABT. 29 FEB 1840 - 4 DEC 1925) Grandmother

 

MRS. JEROME SECORD

 

   Bridget, widow of Jerome Secord, early pioneers of Gladwin township, died Dec. 4 at Saginaw. The body was brought to Gladwin Monday and interred in Ridge cemetery beside the grave of her husband. It became necessary to take up the remains of Marvil Secord, his father, and transfer the same to another grave to allow space for remains of Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Secord to be adjacent to each other.

   Jerome Secord, her husband, died June 14, 1886. They left seven children, one of whom was Mrs. R. M. Hockaday of Highwood. Mrs. Secord's maiden name was Bridget Rurk. They were married in Shiawassee county, and came to Gladwin county in 1871, living here until his death on the farm, now owned and occupied by Herman Ripkie and fam-grave to allow space for remains of family. She was in her 84th year when she died.

   As is well known Marvil Secord, who was the father of Jerome Secord, was the first resident of Gladwin county, coming to the county in the early 60s as a trapper, locating on the Tittabawassee on what is now the Herman Ripke farm. The Record knows of none of his children who are living, but there are a number of grandchildren.

   As teh Recored goes to press, copy for an obituary is received, and a sketch of her life written by her self, which will be publishe in next issue. Gladwin County Record dated 12-10/1925 Column - 3 Page - 4

 

PIONEER PASSES TO LONG HOME

 

MRS. BRIDGET A. SECORD, ONE OF FIRST SETTLERS IN SECORD TOWNSHIP --- CAME TO COUNTY BY RIVER ROUTE BEFORE THERE WERE ROADS --- COULD COUNT PEOPLE HER ON FINGERS.

 

   Mrs. Bridget A. Secord was born in Waterford, Ireland, Feb. 15, 1841. She was united in marriage to Jerome N. Secord of Owosso, Mich. To this union were born seven children, of whom three survive her, Fred Secord of Flint, Mrs. Minnie Nichols of Webberville and Alice Hockaday of Saginaw, Mich., at whose home the deceased passed away at 10 o'clock a.m., Dec. 4, 1925. Besides her son and daughters, she leaves to mourn their loss three brothers, two sisters, 28 grandchildren, 37 great grandchildren, many other relatives and a large circle of friends.

   The following account of her life was written by Mrs. Secord on Thursday, Dec. 3, just the day previous to her death. Apparently she felt the best that day that she had for some time, and she prepared this story of her experiences for the Record. Death came very suddenly. Funeral services were conducted at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Alice Hockaday, in Saginaw, Dec. 7, and the body was brought to the Ridge cemetery in Gladwin township for burial, Rev. T. J. McCarty of Saginaw officiating.

LIFE OF MRS. JEROME SECORD

   I was born in Waterford, Ireland, Feb. 15, 1841, and came to this country with my parents at the age of five years. We lived in Massachussetts three years, then immigrated to Michigan, and settled in Rush township, Shiawassee county, four miles from what is now Owosso, which at that time was a forest. I helped my father clear his farm, as he had no boys old enough to help.

   I lived there until the age of 22, when I was united in marriage to Jerome Secord of Owosso, Mich., May 30, 1863. Mr. Secord was a veteran of the Civil war. After his return, we decided to move north with his father, Marvil Secord, and settled at the place called Dick's Fork's, which was a forest of beautiful waving pine. We went as far as Midland by stage and from there we canoed up the Tittabawassee river. We were several days going, as we had our funiture, making a heavy load. We landed at Dick's Forks (now known as Secord township) Oct. 3, 1863. There were no roads, not even a footpath, as Marvil Secord was the only settler there.

   The first winter Mr. Secord trapped furs to the value of $1,800 and in the spring took them to Saginaw. Later we moved on to a 60 acre homestead which we bought fro his father. We then started clearing it, cutting down the long waving pine and rolled it into heaps and burned it, as there was not much sale for lumber at that time. The timber would be worth several thousand dollars if sold at the present time. The location was a very healthful place, and for several years we had no sickness. There was no doctor within 30 miles and when one was needed, it took him two days to reach bedside of the sick.

   More settlers began to move in and roads and footpaths became numerous. My husband has carried 50 pounds of flour from Sterling, 20 miles away, to our home. We spent many happy days, along with our hardships, during our married life. Mr. Secord was a blacksmith by trade and later when lumbering commenced in that locality he worked at his trade in the winter and worked his farm in the summer. With all difficulties and hardships to encounter, we raised our seven children, three of whom are still living and four have passed to the better world beyond. We worked together until the year 1886, June 14, when the Lord saw fit to take him home to glory. I was then left alone to care for my family, but with the help of the Lord and very kind friends, I managed to raise and educate the children.

   In September, 1907, I went with my daughter, Mrs. William Leaton, and family to Oregon, resided there two years and returned to Michigan. I have been able to provide for myself the necessaries of life during these yeas. Three years ago while visiting my daughter, Mrs. Alice Hockaday, at Yale, I took sick with influenza, which later developed into pneumonia, but God saw fit to raise me up from a bed of sickness.

   From my earliest recollection I was taught and believed in the Catholic faith. On Feb. 7, 1923, God for Christ's sake forgave me of my sins, and I was born again, truly converted to God. Old things passed away, and all things became new. I was a new creature in Christ and ready for Heaven, enjoying my new faith.

   On August 19, 1923, I was stricken with a paralytic stroke which disabled me so I could not walk, but having a wheel chair, I have enjoyed many days praising God. I know this is the place to prepare for Heaven, as there is no repentance after death. Such are the last days of one of the old pioneer settlers of Gladwin, saved and sanctified, and living for God, just waiting for His coming. May all my old friends find Jesus as precious to their souls as I have to mine. May God bless and grant we may all meet in that home Jesus has gone to prepare for all his faithful followers here below.

Yours in Christian faith,

Mrs. Jerome Secord,

522 Mackinaw, Saginaw, Mich.

Gladwin County Record dated 12-17/1925 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

Bridget was born out of wedlock. She told her Grandson Ralph Secord that she was a Leap Year baby; and thereby had only one birthday each four years. However this does not correspond to the date generally given for her birth.

 

JEROME NATHAN SECORD (14 AUG 1840 - 14 JUNE 1886)

 

PVT & BLACKSMITH

 

   SECORD---On Monday, June 14, 1886, at his residence in Gladwin township, Jerome Nathaniel Secord, aged 46 years and 10 months. Mr. Secord has for over a year past suffered from that fatal disease, hereditary consumption, from the effects of which he has been confined to his house about six months. He has been a patient sufferer, and died resigned to his fate. He was visited by Rev. S. C. Tiney in February last, and expressed a desire to experience a change of heart, and at a visit in March following testified that he had found peace with his God, saying he felt prepared to die. He was baptized March 9, 1886, Mr. Tiney officiating.

   The deceased had been a resident of Gladwin county during the past 15 years, having came here from Shiawassee county, where he was born and grew to manhood. He was also married in that county to Miss Bridget Rurk, who survives him with seven children, two of whom are married. Deceased was an honest, upright and industrious citizen.

   Funeral services had been arranged to be held Wednesday, but owing to rapid decay the body was buried Tuesday in the Gladwin cemetery, and the funeral service adjourned until Sunday next at 10:30 a.m., when they will be conducted by Rev. S. C. Tiney at the Presbyterian church in Gladwin. {Michigan Volunteers during Civil War?} Gladwin County Record dated 06-18/1886 Column - 5 Page - 5

 

MI VOL PVT/BLACKSMITH DURING CIVIL WAR

 

ALFRED HENRY SELICH (7 JAN 1944 - 13 OCT 1996)  
ALFRED SELICH (8 APRIL 1916 - 20 FEB 1953)

 

River Victim Services Held

 

Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon for Alfred Selich, 36, who lost his life by drowning in the Chippewa river, near his home in Mt. Pleasant. Selich's body was found by Isabella county sheriff's officers and state police Thursday afternoon after a search of several days. Mrs. Selich had reported her husband missing from their home since Friday.

 

Mr. Selich was born in Sage township April 8, 1916. He was married to Elizabeth Hude on May 31, 1941 in Gladwin. They lived on a farm in the county until two years ago, when they moved to Mt. Pleasant, where he was employed by Leonard Pipe Line. For several years Mr. and Mrs. Selich operated the Gladwin County Farm. He was a member of Zion Lutheran church, Oberlin, and served as an elder in the church.

 

Surviving are his wife, Elizabeth; one son, Alfred Henry, at home; his mother, Mrs. Mary Selich, of Gladwin; two brothers, Edwin, of Gladwin and William, of Cleveland, Ohio; two sisters, Mrs. Lillian Pretzlaff, of Avon, Ohio and Mrs. Frieda Ehle, of Gladwin. One son and two brothers preceded him in death.

 

Funeral services were held Saturday from the Hall Funeral Home, with the Rev. H. F. Brietzke officiating. Burial was made in Ridge cemetery. Pallbearers were Adolph Sauer, Daniel Schlese, Gus Keding, Gus Dombroske, Gus Nehring and Arthur Brokoff. Gladwin County Record dated 3-4/1953 Column – 7 Page – 1.


EMMIL SELICH (1926 – 22 MAR 1927) s/w H. Selich

 

SELICH

 

Emmil, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Selich of Sage township, died March 22, 1927. He was 10 months and four days old. Services were held March 24 with burial at Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 3-24/1927 Column – 6 Page – 5.


EDWIN SELICH (7 OCT 1920 – 4 NOV 1979)

 

Edwin Selich, 59, of 2995 Oberlin Rd., Gladwin, died Sunday, Nov. 4, in the Wheelock

Memorial Hospital, Wheeler. Born in Gladwin on October 7, 1920, he lived his life on the same farm in Sage Township. Mr. Selich farmed until 1968 and then worked for Dow Corning

until retiring this year. He was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church. Mr. Selich and the former Elsie Gorski were married November 2, 1946, in Cleveland, Ohio.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Albert (Esther) Bullock of Goodrich; 2 sons, Emil of Zilwaukee and Dennis of Gladwin; one brother, William of Cleveland; 2 sisters, Mrs. Lillian Pretzlaff of Cleveland and Mrs. Frieda Ehle of Gladwin; and one grandchild.

 

Services were held today, Wednesday, at 10:30 a.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Herbert Biermann officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 1-7/1979 Column – 4 Page – 2.


HENRY SELICH (8 MAY 1914 - 1929) s/w E. Selich

 

 

HENRY SELICH

 

Henry Selich, oldest son of Herman Selich and his wife, Maria nee Ziemer, was born May 8, 1914, in Cleveland, Ohio. Gladwin County Record dated 10-17/1929 Column – 4 Page – 1.

 

HERMAN JACOB SELICH (24 SEP 1942 - 17 DEC 1942)

 

Alfred Selich's Infant Son Dies December 17

 

Herman Jacob, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Selich of Gladwin township died Thursday, December 17th at the Gladwin hospital. Herman was born September 24, 1942. Surviving besides his parents, are grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Herman Selich of Sage township and Mrs. Jacob Hude of Sherman township.

 

Services were held Sunday afternoon, December 20th, at the home, with Rev. H. P. Brietzke

officiating. Interment was made in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-23/1942 Column – 6 Page – 8.


HERMAN SELICH (14 NOV 1889 – 14 OCT 1944)

 

Services Today for Herman Selich

 

Funeral services were held at the Zion Lutheran Church at Oberlin today (Wednesday) at 2 p.m. for Herman Selich, 54, of Sage township, who died at his home Saturday evening following a six months illness. The Rev. H. F. Brietzke officiated at the services and burial was in Ridge cemetery.

 

Mr. Selich was born in Poland on November 14, 1889. He had been a resident of Gladwin county for the past 30 years.

 

Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Mary Selich; three sons, Alfred, of Gladwin; Edwin, at home; and

Sgt. William Selich who is with the U. S. armed forces; two daughters, Frieda, at home, and

Mrs. Lillian Pretzloff, of Cleveland; a brother, Andrew, of Gladwin; and a sister, Mrs. Augusta

Ziemer, of Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 10-18/1944 Column – 1 Page – 1.


FLORENCE A. (KINYON) SELTZ (1 APR 1892 – 11 APR 1988) s/w John F.

 

FLORENCE SELTZ

 

Mrs. Florence A. Seitz, 96, of Gladwin, died Monday, April 11, in the Eaton County Medical Center in Charlotte, after a long illness. Born in Goshen, Ind., April 11, 1892, she had spent most of her life in Gladwin County. The former Florence Kinyon, she was married to John Seltz March 25, 1918, in Gladwin. He preceded her in death March 19, 1957.

 

Surviving are one son, Mark of Pottersville; 4 daughters, Mrs. Hal (Caroline) Peterson of Gladwin, Mrs. Charles (Kathleen) Sorg of Standish, Mrs. Carl (Julie) Santarello of Kettering, Ohio and Mrs. Paul (Joy) Miller of Germantown, Tenn.; one brother Charles Kinyon of Beaverton; 14 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

 

Services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Deacon Stanley Belanger will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 4-13/1988 Column – 3 Page – 2.


JOHN FERNINAND SELTZ (12 JUNE 1885 – 19 MAR 1957) s/w Florence A.

 

John Seltz Dies in Florida

 

John Seltz, 71, Secord Township, died Tuesday in Sebring, Florida, after an illness of one week. He was born in Harbor Beach, Huron County on June 12, 1885 and had been a resident of Gladwin County for 45 years. In March, 1919, he married the former Miss Florence Kinyon in Gladwin. Mr. Seltz had served as clerk and, supervisor of Secord Township and as Director of the Bureau of Social Welfare, retiring about three years ago. His previous occupation was farming.

 

Surviving are his wife, Florence; Mrs. Caroline Peterson of Detroit, Mrs. Katherine Soarg of

Sanford, Mrs. Julia Santarello of Dayton, Ohio, Mrs. Joy Miller of Dayton, Ohio; two sons, Markus Seltz of Lansing and Richard James Seltz of Georgia; three brothers, Oscar of Gladwin, Gustave of Arizona, Ralph of Washington, D. C.; two sisters, Mrs. Martha Shumaker of Florida and Mrs. Emily Greaves of Flint.

 

Mr. Seltz's remains will be at the Hall Funeral Home at 3 p. m. Saturday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete. Gladwin County Record dated 3-20/1957 Column – 5 Page – 1.


LEON RAE SHAMEL (1914 – 15 NOV 1938)

 

Leon Shamel Dies at Flint Tuesday

 

Leon Rae Shamel, age 24, son of Mr. and Mrs. Otto Shamel, former Gladwin residents, died at the Hurley Hospital, Flint, at 4 a. m. Tuesday morning.

 

Surviving him are his wife, Vera; son Donald; mother and father, MT. and Mrs. Otto Shamel; and sister, Mrs. Gerald Clare, all of Flint; and his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Babcock of Gladwin.

 

Services will be held at Riverside Tabernacle in Flint at 9 o'clock Friday morning, conducted

by Rev. Charles Scott. The body will then be brought to Godwin where funeral service; will be held at the Rogers Funeral Home at 3 p. m. Friday afternoon. Burial will be at the Ridge

cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-16/1938 Column – 6 Page – 1.


AMY SHANAVER (AUG 1873 – OCT 1943) Mother

 

Notes for AMARILLA 'MINNIE' BABCOCK:
From the Gladwin County Record --- October 6, 1943

SERVICES WEDNESDAY FOR FORMER RESIDENT

Funeral services were held at the Rogers Funeral Home Wednesday at 2 p.m. for Mrs. Amy Shanaver, 70, of Temperance, Michigan, a former Gladwin  resident. Mrs. Shanaver died early Monday. She was the mother of Mrs. Christ Strohkirch, of Gladwin and a sister of Charles Babcock, of Winegars. The Rev. Floyd Drake officiated at the funeral services and burial was in Ridge cemetery.

Mrs. Shavaver was born near Kingston, Ontario, in August of 1873. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Babcock and moved with her parents to Gladwin County in 1882. She was married to Gustav Fuhrman, of Gladwin, in 1892. In 1908 she was married a second
time to Charles Shanaver who has since passed away.

 

 

EVELYN LORRAINE (PICKERING) SHAVER (24 AUG 1922 - 22 DEC 2002) s/w Gerald R.

 

LORRAINE SHAVER

 

   Lorraine Shaver, 80, of Gladwin, Michigan passed away Sunday Dec. 22, 2002 at Gensys Health Park in Grand Blanc, Michigan following a long illness. Lorraine was born Aug. 24, 1922 to Ralph and Ann (Everett) Pickering in Franklin, Michigan. She was employed as a vision technician for 26 years, retiring in 1976 from the Macomb County Health Department. She was a 20-year resident of Gladwin County, having previously resided in Ortonville, Michigan. She married Gerald Shaver on Sept. 16, 1940 in Napoleon, Ohio. Her husband, who resides in Mt. Pleasant, survives her.

   Also surviving are one daughter, Lind Rogers of Holly; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; two step grandchildren; a half sister, Marian Suber of Three Rivers, Michigan; a half brother, Richard Pickering of Luam. She was preceded in death by her parents and her son, Everett Shaver, and one brother.

   Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. today (Tuesday, Dec. 24) at Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin with Pastor Brad Withrow officiating. Burial is to take place at Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Visitation will take place today from 10 a.m. until the time of service at Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 12-25/2002 Column - 2 Page - 3

 
GERALD R. SHAVER (4 APRIL 1914 - 22 AUG 2003) s/w E. Lorraine

Gerald R. Shaver, 89, of Gladwin, Michigan passed away Aug. 22, 2003 at the Laurels Nursing Home in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. He was born April 4, 1914 to Stanley and Vada (Stevenson) Shaver in Pontiac, Michigan. Gerald was a factory worker who retired in 1961 after 30 years of service for American Forge & Socket in Pontiac. He lived in Gladwin County for 21 years, having previously resided in Ortonville, Michigan. Gerald married Evelyn Lorraine (Pickering) Shaver on Sept. 16, 1940 in Napoleon, Ohio; she predeceased him in 2002.

He is survived by his daughter Linda Rogers and friend Albert Warnez of Holly, five grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, two step grandchildren, and his sister Beulah Rowston of Gladwin. He was preceded in death by a sister, two brothers, and his son Everett Shaver. Funeral services were held Monday, Aug. 25 at Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin. Burial took place in Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Visitation was held Monday, Aug. 25 at the funeral home.

 

GRACE MARIE (SEARFOSS) SHAVER (14 JULY 1914 - 6 DEC 1955)

 

From the Gladwin County Record --- December 7, 1955

SERVICES FRIDAY FOR MRS. SHAVER

Mrs. Grace Marie Shaver, 41, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 6 at 9:15 p.m., after an illness of several years. She was born in Gladwin County, July 14, 1914 and has lived here all of her life. She married Charles Shaver Sept. 16, 1933.
Mrs. Shaver is survived by her husband; one son, Charles Everett Jr., at home; two daughters, Mrs. Myrtle Sasses of Sanford, Vivian Elaine at home; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George W. Searfoss; four sisters, Mrs. Eva Mathews and Miss Hazel Searfoss of
Lapeer Mrs. Mrs. Elsie Nash of Skeels, and Mrs. Mary Brynes of Marlette; two borthers, George H. Searfoss of Gladwin and Floyd W. Searfoss of Lapeer.
Funeral services will be held Friday, Dec. 9, with prayer at Halls Funeral Home at 1:30 and at the Baptist Church at 2:00 p.m. with the Rev. George White officiating. Burial will be in the Ridge cemetery.


JOHN H. SHAW (1868 – 12 AUG 1953) s/w Rose C., Rose M., Ronald D., Russel C. & Sidney S.

 

From the Gladwin County Record --- August 19, 1953

LONG-TIME RESIDENT DIES THURSDAY

Funeral services for John A. Shaw, 84, were held on Sunday afternoon from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. John R. Scott, of the Gladwin Methodist church, officiated and burial was made in the Ridge cemetery. His grandparents acted as pallbearers. Mr. Shaw was born in Ontario, Canada, on November 4, 1868, and was a resident in and around Gladwin for 70 years. On June 30, 1897, he married Rose Wilson in Gladwin. She died in 1938.

Mrs. Shaw wasa patient at the Dubey Nursing Home for the past 6 1/2 months, where he passed away on Thursday, August 13. Surviving are six sons, William of Gladwin, Clarence, Ray and Clayton, of Flint, Waldo of Lansing and John of Wolverine; three daughters, Mrs. Ethel Bennett, Mrs. Edith Pero, both of Gladwin,and Mrs. Mary Nelson of Flint; 27 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren. Three sons and one daughter preceded him in death.


RONALD D. SHAW (1909 – 28 APR 1909) s/w Rose C., Rose M., John H., Russel C. & Sidney S.
ROSE C. SHAW (1881 – 25 DEC 1938) Mother, s/w Rose M., Ronald D., John H., Russel C & Sidney S.

 

From the Gladwin County Record --- December 28, 1938

SERVICES HELD TODAY FOR MRS. JOHN SHAW

Mrs. John Shaw of Gladwin died Christmas morning at the University Hospital at Ann Arbor following a long illness. Mrs. Shaw was born in St. Clair county January 13, 1881, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Wilson. She was married to John Shaw of Gladwin township June 30, 1897. To them were born 13 children, four of them having preceded her in death.

Surviving besides her husband and nine children, are two sisters, Mrs. Jane MacIntosh of Sherman township and Mrs. Mabel Bouchk of Detroit, and two Brothers, William of Clare and Robert of Flint. Funeral services were held at the Free Methodist church Wednesday at 2 o'clock with Rev. W. M. Palmer conducting the services. Interment at Ridge cemetery.


ROSE M. SHAW (28 APR 1909 – 17 MARCH 1924) s/w Rose C., Ronald D., John H., Russel C. & Sidney S.

 

ROSE SHAW

 

Rose Shaw daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Shaw, died Monday, March 17, at the family residence, 910 Remington ave., Flint, Mich., of diphtheria, following a three-day illness. She was born April 28, 1909, in Gladwin and at her death was aged 14 years, 10 months and 18 days. She is survived by her parents, seven brothers and three sisters, all living in Flint except one brother, Roy, at Bard, and one sister, Mrs. James Bennett of Gladwin, and many other relatives and friends.

 

Burial services were held at the Ridge cemetery Friday afternoon, Rev. L. F. Burkey officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 3-27/1924 Column – 2 Page – 4.


RUSSEL E.SHAW (19 MARCH 1903 – 17 OCT 1903) s/w Rose C., Rose M., Ronald D., John H. & Sidney S.

 

Russell E. Shaw, youngest child of Mr. and Mrs. John Shaw of Butman, was born March 19 and died Oct. 17, 1903, aged 6 months and 28 days. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. V. Buxton at the Ridge church. Interment in the Gladwin cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-30/1903 Column – 6 Page – 7.


SIDNEY S. SHAW (23 DEC 1918 – 10 OCT 1936) s/w Rose C., Rose M., Ronald D., John H. & Russel C.

 

Sidney Shaw Dies at Grace Hospital

 

The death of Sidney Shaw occurred at Grace hospital, Detroit, Tuesday morning after an illness of several weeks. He is a son of John Shaw of Grout township and was taken to Mercy hospital, Bay City, about a month ago, where he was operated for mastoid trouble. He was taken to Grace hospital in Detroit about 10 days ago when mastoid infection developed in his other ear. He was born December 23, 1918, in Gladwin.

 

Funeral arrangements have not been announced. Gladwin County Record dated 11-11/1936 Column – 6 Page – 1.


BASIL H. SHEETS (12 FEB 1924 – 24 MAR 1955)

 

Funeral services were held Sunday at 12 p. m. at the Gladwin Baptist Church for Basil H. Sheets, 31, with the Rev. George White officiating. Burial was in Ridge cemetery.

 

Basil H. Sheets was born in Lincoln county, W. Va., on February 12, 1924. He came to Gladwin county 18 years ago and on March 21, 1942 married Geraldine M. Fiser at Beaverton. He was employed at Dow Chemical Co. in Midland.

 

He is survived by his wife, Geraldine; three daughters, LaNeel, Lana, and Myrna; and a son, Randall, all at home; three sisters, Mrs. Lena Morgan of Rosebush, Mrs. Marie Miller of Greendale and Mrs. Marjorie Sersaw of Gladwin; three brothers, Paul of Harrison, Arthur of Newago and Leo of Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 3-30/1955 Column – 6 Page – 1.
EVA (HARLESS) SHEETS (20 NOV 1896 – 31 AUG 1976)

 

Eva Sheets

 

Eva Sheets, 79, of 130 West Deer St., Gladwin, died Tuesday, Aug. 31, in the Gladwin Area Hospital. Born in Charleston, W. Va., on November 20, 1896, she moved to Oil City in 1932 and to Gladwin County in 1938. The former Eva Harless, she was married to Dennis F. Sheets on September 11, 1912, in Lincoln County, W. Va. He preceded her in death on May 31, 1972, in Kalamazoo.

 

Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Marjorie Sersaw of Gladwin, Mrs. Marie Miller and Mrs. Lena Morgan of Mt. Pleasant; one son, Leo of Beaverton; 35 grandchildren; 52 great grandchildren; and 5 great great grandchildren.

 

Services were held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Robert Shoaff officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 9-8/1976 Column - 6 Page - 2.

 
GERALDINE M. (FISER) SHEETS (17 JAN 1924 - 31 AUG 2001)

 

GERALDINE M. SHEETS

 

   Geraldine M. Sheets, 77, of Gladwin, died Friday, Aug. 31, 2001 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland following a short illness. Born Jan. 17, 1924 in Gladwin, she was the daughter of Milton and Pearl (Clark) Fiser. She was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County. Geraldine married Basil Sheets, March 21, 1942 in Gladwin. He preceded her in death in 1955. She was a home-maker and a member of the Wagerville Methodist Church.

   Surviving are three daughters, LaNeel and husband Wayne Vannest of Midland, Lana and husband Keith Edick of Gladwin, and Myrna and husband Claude Moore of Franklin, N.C.; 17 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Margaret Fries of Gladwin, Marlynn Clore of Beaverton, and Arlene Corlew of Flint; and several nieces and nephews.

   She was preceded in death by one son, Randall in 1989; her parents; one brother, Milton Fiser, Jr.; one sister, Betty Muma; two half-brothers, Veldon Burton and John Fiser; and a half-sister, Annabelle Fetteroff. Services were held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin with Rev. Donald Haskell officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wagarville United Methodist Church or the Pardee Cancer Fund. Gladwin County Record dated 09-05/2001 Column - 5 Page - 2
 

RANDALL L. SHEETS (14 DEC 1944 - 16 NOV 1989)

 

RANDALL SHEETS

 

   Randall L. Sheets, 44, of Daytona, Fla., died Thursday, Nov. 16, 1989, in Veterans Administration Medical Center, Gainesville, Fla., after a long illness. Born in Gladwin, Dec. 14, 1944, he moved to Florida 15 years ago from Gladwin. Mr. Sheets was a meat cutter and served in the Army during the Vietnam War. He attended Gladwin High School.

   Surviving are 2 sons, Tony and Terry of Daytona; one daughter, Mrs. Jeffrey (Tina) Fleming of Daytona; his parents, Geraldine and the late Basil Sheets of Gladwin; 3 sisters, Mrs. LaNeel Vannest of Midland, Mrs. Lana Edick of Gladwin and Mrs. Myrna Moore of Franklin, N. C.; and 2 grandchildren.

   Private graveside services were held in the Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin, with the Rev. Wayne Jensen officiating. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 11-29/1989 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

BABY SHELL (1 MARCH 1898 - 13 MARCH 1898) Aged 12 days

 

An infant child of Mr. and Mrs. T. Shell, South Butman, died last Sunday and was buried Tuesday morning. Funeral services took place at the house. Gladwin County Record dated 3-18/1898 Column – 3 Page – 12.


BABY SHELL (? - 4 FEB 1900)

ARDITH "DORIS" E. (LANGE) SHELL (7 MARCH 1928 - ?) m. 5 Nov 1945, s/w Donald E.
ARDITH JEAN SHELL (2 MARCH 1946 - 3 MARCH 1946) Daughter of Don & Doris


BEATRICE (GLENDENNING) SHELL (16 JAN 1859 - 4 APRIL 1923) (wife of Thomas)

 

MRS. THOMAS SHELL

 

Beatrice, wife of Thomas Shell, passed away Wednesday morning, April 4, 1923, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Clayton Southwell.

 

She was born in Holdimond county, Ontario, Jan. 16, 1859, and had attained the age of 64 years, 2 months and 19 days.  She left Canada at the age of three years with her parents to make her home in Sanilac county, where she grew to womanhood. She was united in marriage to Thos. Shell, Sept. 27, 1879. To this union were born 12 children, four of whom died in infancy. In the fall of 1886, she with her husband and three children moved to Gladwin county, where she thereafter made her home. During a revival held at Hockaday by William Marvin she gave her heart to God and lived a consistent Christian life to the end. She was always of a cheerful disposition and was a friend to everyone with whom she came in contact. Her husband has lost a devoted wife and the family a kind and loving mother, but what is our loss is her eternal gain, for God saw fit to call her home where her suffering and toil is ended. On October 29, 1922, she was taken with a paralytic stroke and was confined to her bed 11 weeks. But since that time she had been improving in health until the time of her death which came very suddenly.

 

She leaves to mourn their loss, her husband, five sons, Dennis, Will, Earl and Ray of Gladwin and Carl of Pontiac; three daughters, Mrs. Aaron Putnam of Bay City, Mrs. Amandus Soldan of Flint and Mrs. Clayton Southwell of Gladwin; 23 grandchildren; one brother, David Glendenning; one sister, Mary J. Brown, and a host of other relatives and friends.

 

"A place is vacant in our home which never can be filled."

Gladwin County Record dated 04-12/1923 Column - 5 Page – 5


CHAS F. SHELL (20 AUG 1891 - 17 SEP 1891) Aged 28 days
DALE GRANT SHELL (4 APRIL 1941 - 22 SEP 1993) s/w Jennifer Lynn

 

DALE SHELL

 

Dale G. Shell, 52, of Walled Lake, died Wednesday Sept. 22, 1993. Surviving are his wife, Louise; 3 sons Kim, Darrell and Gordy; one daughter, Mrs. Kerry (Korey) Atwell; one sister, Virginia Ludwick; and 4 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his daughter Jennifer; father, Grant Shell and mother. Lavern Richmond.

 

Rites were held Sunday from the Lynch and Sons Funeral Home in Walled Lake. Gladwin County Record dated 9-29/1993 Column – 4 Page – 2.
DAVID MICHAEL SHELL (20 MAY 1953 - 1 JAN 1972) Son of Don & Doris

 

SNOWMOBILER KILLED IN CRASH EARLY SATURDAY

 

   An 18-year-old Gladwin youth became Gladwin County's first traffic fatality of the new year early Saturday morning when the snowmobile he was driving collided with a pickup truck. Gladwin Sheriff's officers identified the victim as 18-year-old David M. Shell, of Gladwin.

   The mishap occurred about 2:15 a.m. on Southwell Road in Gladwin Township. Shell was rushed to the Gladwin Area Hospital where he was pronounced dead on arrival. County Coroner Donald Hall said the youth died from a fractured skull.

   Officers said the mishap occurred as Shell was traveling west on Southwell Road and struck the pickup almost directly in the middle of the front end. Force of the crash moved the pickup truck back about 10 inches, they said, and three Shell's body 24 feet backward to the road.

Walter M. Kline, 20, of Gladwin, driver of the truck, told deputies that he had been parked on the road for less than five minutes and had his headlights on. With Kline in the pickup was Becky Klein, 18, also of Gladwin. They did not see Shell until he was about 10 feet in front of them, officers said.

   Following the crash, Miss Klein ran to a nearby farm to summon help while Kline tried to aid the injured youth, they said.

Only one lane was open to travel due to the snow, deputies reported.

Shell's obituary appears on page 2. Gladwin County Record dated 01-05/1972 Coumn - 6 Page - 1

 

David M. Shell, 18, of 3551 N. Shell Rd., lost his life in a snowmobile - truck crash early Saturday, January 1, in Gladwin Township. The son of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Shell, he was born May 20, 1953, in Gladwin, and had attended Gladwin Community Schools.  At present he had been engaged in farming.

   Surviving are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Shell of Gladwin; four brothers, Arley, Arnold, and Ronald, of Gladwin; and Arden of Beaverton; four sisters, Mrs. William (Gwyn D'Lee) Gertz of Ionia, Debra, Pamela and Susan of Gladwin.

   Services were held Monday at 3:30 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home with the Rev. R. E. Voller officiating. Burial was in Highland Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-05/1972 Column - 3 Page - 2


DONALD E. SHELL (7 DEC 1927 - 21 OCT 2003) m. 5 Nov 1945, s/w Doris E.

 

Donald E. Shell, 75, of Gladwin, Michigan passed away Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2003 at MidMichigan Medical Center - Midland.

He was born in Wayne County on Dec. 7, 1927 to the late William and Pearl (Hooker) Shell. He married the former Doris Lange in Gladwin on Nov. 5, 1945; she survives him. Donald farmed all his life in Gladwin County.

 

Surviving besides his wife Doris are eight children: Arley Dean (Glenda) Shell of Gladwin, Arnold (Lesley) Shell of Gladwin, Ronald Shell of Gladwin, Gwyn D’lee (John) Neal of Harrison, Arden (Jo) Shell of Gladwin, Deborah Jo Zelt of Alabama, Pamela Jo (Patrick) Shea of Gladwin, and Susan Fischer of Deckerville; 29 grandchildren; and 35 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by one daughter, Ardith Jean; one son, David Michael; one daughter-in-law, Marjanna Shell; three grandchildren, Theresa, Tony and Steven Shell; three sisters; and one brother.

 

Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 24, 2003 at the Sisson Funeral Home with Pastor Donald Smith presiding with burial in Ridge Cemetery. The family request memorials for the Hospice of Gladwin. The Sisson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 10-29/2003 Column - ? Page - ?


EARL THOMAS SHELL (12 APRIL 1889 - 4 OCT 1951) s/w Ellen H.

 

RETIRED MAIL CARRIER DIES

 

   Earl T. Shell, 62, passed away on Thursday, October 4, after having been in ill health for the past three years. Funeral services were held on Sunday afternoon from the Gladwin Free Methodist church. The Rev. Earl Fogelsonger, of Flint and Rev. G. D. Segtman, of Corunna, officiated and burial was made in Ridge cemetery. Mr. Shell was born on April 12, 1889 in Gladwin township, the son of Thomas and Beatrice Shell. He was married to Miss Ellen H. Frye, on October 8, 1914 at West Branch, and was a resident of the Hockaday community for 59 years, moving to Gladwin about three years ago.

   He carried mail for Gladwin Route 4 for 37 years, retiring a year and a half ago. A member of the Clare-Gladwin Rural Letter Carriers Association, he served as its president and secretary at various times. Survivors are his wife, Ellen; two sons, Robert E. Shell and William F. Shell both of Essexville; three daughters, Mrs. Gladys M. Albee of Cass City, mrs. Lucille V. Shepherd of Midland and Mrs. Tresa M. Pangborn of Albion; three brothers, William Shell of Gladwin, Ray and Carl Shell both of Drayton Plains; three sisters, Mrs. Maude Putnam of Bay City, Mrs. Faye Soldan of Flint and Mrs. Cora Southwell of Afton; also nine grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 10-10/1951 Column - 8 Page - 1

GLEN D. SHELL (25 OCT 1925 - 12 NOV 1925)

 

   Glen D., son of Mr. and Mrs. William H. Shell, was born Oct. 25, 1925, and died Thursday, Nov. 12, at 3 o'clock, aged 18 days. He had been ailing from date of birth. He leaves to mourn his death his parents, one brother and three sisters, all at home, and many other relatives. Funeral was held Sunday afternoon at the home. Text---2 Sam, 12:23---"I shall go to him but he shall not return to me." Burial in Ridge cemetery, Rev. C. R. Angus officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 11-19/1925 Column - 5 Page - 4

 

GRANT ALDWIN SHELL (14 AUG 1911 - 20 APRIL 1969)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO GRANT SHELL

 

   Grant A. Shell, 57, of Butman Township, died Sunday evening, April 20, in the Gladwin Hospital after a long illness. Born in Milan on August 14, 1911, he was a retired construction worker. He had spent his lifetime in Gladwin County.

   Surviving are his wife, Mabel; one son, Dale, of Walled Lake; one daughter, Mrs. Virginia Joslin of Walled Lake; four step-daughters, Sally at home, Mrs. Marjorie Ballard and Mrs. Mary Jo Wade, of GLadwin and Mrs. Jaclyn Pratt of Flint one step-son, James Ryan of Flint; one brother, Donald, of Gladwin; three sisters, Mrs. Hazel Frye and Mrs. Valda Greer, of Gladwin and Mrs. Bonnie Ault, of Detroit; and 18 grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 04-23/1969 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

IDA MAY (WESLEY) SHELL (2 MAY 1886 – 14 JAN 1960)

Submitted by: Dawn Daniels Date: 13 May 1998 12:00 PM on RootsWeb.com

ILLNESS FATAL TO MRS. WM. SHELL

Mrs. Ida May Shell, 73, died at her home in Butman Township on January 14, after a two year illness. She was born May 2, 1886, in Canada and married William Shell in 1949. She was a life-time resident of Gladwin County and a member of the Wagarville Methodist Church. Services were held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Hall Funeral Home, with the Rev. Alva L. Calkin officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery.

Surviving are her husband, William; three daughters, Mrs. Viola Segar of Birch Run, Mrs. Ilene Navard of Florida and Mrs. Mary Cottrel of Allegan; three step-daughters, Mrs. Hazel Frye of Plymouth, Mrs. Bud Ault of Detroit, and Mrs. Iris Greer of Gladwin; two step-sons, Grant Shell and Donald Shell, of Gladwin; two brothers, Howard Wesley of Beaverton and Robert Wesley of Detroit; one sister, Mrs. Bert Hutson of Gladwin; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.  


JENNIFER LYNN SHELL (6 SEP 1958 - 5 MARCH 1960) Daughter of Dale & Louise, s/w Dale

 

SUDDEN ILLNESS TAKES INFANT

 

   Services were held Monday for Jenniffer Lynn Shell, one and one-half year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dale Shell, at the Miner Chapel. Born September 6, 1958, she died March 5 after a sudden illness.

   Survivors include her parents, of Garden City; one brother, Kimberly Joe; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Grant Shell, of Gladwin, and Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Michalak, of Beaverton; great grandmothers, Mrs. Etta Davis of Gladwin and Mrs. Roy Coon, of Hope. The Rev. Alva Calkins and Rev. Earl Fogelsonger officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-09/1960 Column - 6 Page - 1


MABEL E. (HAMILTON) SHELL (25 APR 1914 – 4 MAR 2007) s/w Grant A.

 

Mabel E. Shell, 92, passed away March 4, 2007 at Bortz Health Care of West Branch.

 

She was born in Ogemaw County April 25, 1914 to Adelbert and Lillie (Towner) Hamilton.

 

Mabel married Grant A. Shell, who preceded her in death in 1969.

 

Mabel is survived by her children, Margie Ballard and Bruce of Gladwin, Mary Jo Harder of Mt. Morris, Jackie (George) Gaulin of Hale, Jim (Polly) Ryan of Birch Run, Sally Bateman and John Emeke of Freeland; one step daughter, Louise Shell of Walled Lake; 27 grandchildren; 42 great-grandchildren; 14 great-great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Hazel (Bud) Daniels of Zephyrills, Florida, and Ruby Hertzberg of Flint. Mabel was preceded in death by her husband, Grant Shell; step children, Dale Shell and Virginia Ludwing; son-in-law, Gene Harder; four sisters; and four brothers.

 

Cremation has taken place. A memorial dinner will be held Saturday, March 17, 2007 at 11:30 a.m. at the VFW Hall in Gladwin. Sisson Funeral Home handled the arrangements.


MARJANNA ROSE (NETTLETON) SHELL  (16 AUG 1950 - 15 FEB 1984) s/w Ronald E.

 

Marjanna R. Shell (Midland Daily News, February 16, 1984)

 

Marjanna R. Shell, 33, of Gladwin, died Wednesday, Feb. 16, 1984, in Gladwin Area Hospital following an automobile accident.

 

She was born Aug. 16, 1950, in Gladwin, where she was raised and attended schools. She married Ronald Shell, March 1, 1967, in Gladwin.

 

She leaves her husband, Ronald; sons, Todd Shell and Mathew Shell at home; daughters, Stephanie Shell and Lisa Shell at home; mother, Elouise Nettleton of Gladwin; parents-in-law, Don Shell and Doris Shell of Gladwin; grandmother, Mrs. Fred (Rose) Stutzman of Gladwin; sisters, Mrs. Andrew (Linda) Walters of Camden, N.Y., Mrs. Ernest (Jaunita) Brown of Gladwin and Mrs. Robert (Elizabeth) Watson of Flint. She was preceded in death by son Tony Shell and daughter Theresa Shell.

 

Services will be 1 p.m. Saturday at the Mathews Funeral Home in Gladwin, with the Pastor Tony Hagoort officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery.  Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. today.

 


PEARL ETHEL (HOOKER) SHELL (21 APRIL 1889 - 10 AUG 1948) s/w William H.

 

MRS. WILLIAM SHELL PASSES TUESDAY

 

   Mrs. Pearl Shell, wife of William Shell, of Butman township, died on Tuesday night at the St. Joseph's hospital in Ann Arbor. Mrs. Shell has been in poor health for about eight months and recently underwent an operation at the Ann Arbor hospital, from which she seemed to be recovering, but suffered a relapse. No funeral arrangements have been made.

 

MRS. SHELL BURIED IN RIDGE

 

   Funeral services for Mrs. Pearl Ethel Shell, 59, were held Friday, August 13, at 2 o'clock at the Hockaday Free Methodist church with the Rev. F. K. Starr officiating. Burial was in the Ridge cemetery. Pearl Ethel Hooker was born on April 21, 1889, in Washtenaw county, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Hooker. She married William Shell, of Butman, in June, 1909 in Gladwin and has been a resident of the county for the past 50 years.

   Surviving are her husband, William; two sons, Grant and Donald, both of Gladwin; three daughters, Mrs. Valda Greer, of Gladwin, Mrs. Hazel Frye and Bonnie Shell, of Plymouth; one brother, Alva Hooker, and one sister, Mrs. Myrtle McDonald.

   Pallbearers were Blaine Yeager, Herbert Leininger, George Dennings, Clarence Koontz, William Suter and Arthur Babcock. Gladwin County Record dated 08-11/1948 Column - 8 Page - 1
THERESIA E. SHELL (1 NOV 1967 - 13 AUG 1969) Our Baby

 

Tot Killed in Farm Accident

 

A 21-month-old girl was1 killed last Wednesday night when she fell into a silo auger on the

farm of her grandfather in Butman Township. Theresia E. Shell, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Shell of Gladwin, followed her father out to the barn on the Don Shell farm and either fell or walked into the floor level auger which he was operating, Sheriff Walter Scott said. Apparently he did not know she had followed him to the barn, Scott said. Theresia was born on Nov. 1, 1967, in Gladwin.

 

Besides her parents she is survived by one brother, Todd; her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Shell and Mr. and Mrs. William Nettleton, both of Gladwin; great grandmothers, Mrs. Rose Nettleton and Mrs. Carl H. Lange, both of Gladwin.

 

Services were held Saturday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Ernst Mueller

officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-20/1969 Column – 4 Page – 1.


THOMAS SHELL (9JULY 1855 - 30 OCT 1926) (husband of Beatrice)

 

Thomas H. Shell was born in Worth township, Sanilac county, Mich., July 9, 1855, the son of Dennis and Maria Shell, and passed away on Oct. 30, 1926, at the home of his son Earl at Hockaday. His death was due to the effects of a light stroke which he had the first of August. He was married to Beatrice Glendenning Sept. 27, 1879, and to this union were born 12 children, of whom four died in infancy. In the year 1886 he moved to Gladwin county where he has since resided. In April 1894, he moved on to eighty acres in Butman township which he cleared and made his home until three years ago.

He leaves to mourn his loss eight children, Dennis, Will, Earl and Mrs.Cora Southwell of Gladwin, Mrs. Maud Putnam of Essexville, Ray of Ferndale, Mrs. Faye Soldan of Flint and Carl who had left two weeks ago for California, 29 grandchildren and two great grandchildren, three sisters and two brothers besides a host of friends and other relatives.

Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Ira Grabil at Hockaday church Monday, Nov. 1, at 1 o'clock, and the body was laid to rest in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-11/1926 Column - 3 Page - 4


TONY E. SHELL (12 MAY 1971 - 13 JULY 1971)

 

Tony E. Shell, 2 months old, died suddenly at his parents' home, 1410 Nettleton Road, Tuesday, July 13. The infant was born May 17, 1971.

Survivors are his parents Ronald and Marjana Shell; a brother, Todd; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Shell and Mr. and Mrs. William Nettleton; great grandparents, Mrs. Rose Nettleton, and Mr. and Mrs. James Gifford, all of Gladwin.

Services will be Friday at 1:00 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home with the Rev Helena Egts officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-14/1971 Column - 6 Page - 2

 
WILLIAM H. SHELL (6 JUNE 1886 - 17 NOV 1960) s/w Pearl E.

 

William H. Shell, 74, retired Butman Township farmer died suddenly Thursday of a heart attack. He was born June 6, 1886, in Sanilac County and had lived in Gladwin County 68 years. His wife the former Pearl Hooker, preceded him in death on August 10, 1948. Surviving are three daughters Mrs. Hazel Frye, of Plymouth, Mrs. Valda Greer, of Gladwin and Mrs. Bennje Ault, of Detroit; two sons, Grant and Donald of Gladwin; two sisters, Mrs. Maud Putnam, of Bay City and Mrs. Cora Southwell, of Afton; two brothers, Ray, and Carl of Drayton Plains; 28 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Hom. Rev. E. Fogelsonger and Rev. Alva Calkins officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery.Funeral Card said he was survived by 28 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 11-23/1960 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

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BERNICE (TURNER) SHERMAN (25 NOV 1902 - 25 JAN 1981)

 

Bernice Sherman, 78, of 1850 North Hockaday Rd., Gladwin, died Sunday, Jan. 25, in the Flint Osteopathic Hospital. Born in Riga on November 25, 1902, she came to Gladwin County as a child with her parents. She was married to Fred Sherman on November 23, 1925, in Gladwin. He preceded her in death on August 30, 1973.

Surviving are one son, Dale of Gladwin; one daughter, Mrs. James (Carol) Grover of Goodrich; 5 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Services will be held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Wayne Jensen will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-28/1981 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

DALE L. SHERMAN (18 JUNE 1929 - 29 JUNE 2001)

 

   Dale L. Sherman, 72, of Gladwin, died Friday, June 29, 2001 at the Gladwin Pines Nursing Home. Born June 18, 1929 in Gladwin County, he was the son of Fred and Bernice Turner Sherman. He lived here all of his life and farmed in Gladwin Township.

 

   Surviving are one sister, Coral and husband James Grover of Metamora; three nieces; and two nephews. He was preceded in death by two infant brothers. Services were held at 11 a.m. Monday at the Sisson Funeral Home, Gladwin with Rev. Donald Haskell officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.

 

FRED SHERMAN (11 JAN 1896 - 30 AUG 1973)

 

Fred Sherman, 77, of 1850 N. Hockaday Rd., Gladwin Township, died Thursday, August 30, at the Gladwin Area Hospital. A life-long resident of Gladwin County, he was born January 11, 1896, in Gladwin Township, the son of Gilbert and Margaret Long Sherman. Mr. Sherman was a veteran of World War I serving in the army. He and the former Bernice Turner were married in Wagarville in 1925. He was employed at Buick Motors in Flint, form 1929 to 1955, in the heat treat department.

Surviving are his wife Bernice; a son Dale of Gladwin; a daughter, Mrs. James (Coral) Grover of Hadley; a sister, Mrs. Eva Perrine of Ann Arbor; 3 brothers, Harvey of Gladwin, Lee of Flushing and Glenn of Clio; and 5 grandchildren. Services were held Saturday, Sept. 1 at 1:30 p.m. at Mathews Funeral Home with the Rev. Byron Hatch officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-05/1973 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

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GILBERT SHERMAN (20 MAY 1865 - 20  NOV 1948) (husband of Margaret), b. 1900, d. 1979

 

SERVICES HELD FOR GILBERT SHERMAN

 

   Funeral services were held for Gilbert H. Sherman, 83, on Monday afternoon at the Hall Funeral Home, at 2 o'clock. The Rev. John Miller of the Gladwin Methodist church circuit officiated and burial was in the Ridge cemetery. Mr. Sherman was born in Yurkir, Ontario, on May 20, 1865, and was married to Miss Maggie Long on October 31, 1895. He made his home on a farm in Gladwin for the past 75 years. Mr. Sherman had been in poor health for about three months, and died last Saturday morning at his home in Gladwin township.

   Surviving are his wife; four sons, Fred and Harvey of Gladwin, Lee of Flint, and Glenn, of Clio; one daughter, Eva Perrine, of Ann Arbor; also three grandchildren. Pallbearers for Mr. Sherman were, Ron Bellinger, Fred Greer, Russell Hagar, Hazen Greer, William Sisco, Donald Potts. Gladwin County Record dated 11-24/1948 Column - 2 Page - 1


MARGARET SHERMAN (31 MAY 1872 - 4 NOV 1956) (wife of Gilbert)

 

SERVICES TODAY FOR MRS. SHERMAN

 

   Mrs. Maggie Sherman, 84, a lifetime resident of Gladwin died Sunday at the Hill Crest Convalescent Home in Harrison after an illness of several months. She was born in Saginaw on May 31, 1872 and in 1894, was married to Gilbert Sherman who preceded her in death November 20, 1948.

   Surviving are four sons, Harvey and Fred of Gladwin Township, Lee of Flint and Glen of Clio; one daughter, Mrs. Eva Perrine of Ann Arbor; three sisters, Mrs. Kittie Nickless of Gladwin Township, Mrs. Nellie Wright of Saginaw and Mrs. Frankie McCormick of Flint. Two brothers are deceased.

   Funeral services will be held today (Wednesday) at 1:00 p.m. at the Miner Funeral Home. Officiating clergyman will be the Rev. Ernest MacDonald of the Wagarville Methodist Church. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery with Russell Hager, Cloyce McColley, Wm. McColley, Wm. Sisco, Ron Bellinger and Hazen Greer as pallbearers. Gladwin County Record dated 11-07/1956 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

FRED SHINDEL (? - 1936)

 

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ALAN K. SHIRKEY (1933 - ?) s/w Norma J.
NORMA JENE (GOLDEN) SHIRKEY (1940 – 5 APR 1985) s/w Alan K.

 

NORMA SHIRKEY

 

Norma J. Shirkey, 45, of 1075 E. Wirtz Rd., Gladwin, died Friday, April 5, in the Midland

Hospital Center following a long illness. Born in Gladwin, Feb. 16, 1940, she spent her lifetime here. The former Norma Golden, was married to Alan Shirkey March 30, 1957 in Gladwin.

 

Besides her husband, she is survived by 2 sons, Alan Jr. of Gladwin and Steve of Wakefield; 3 daughters, Mrs. Phil (Denise) Redman and Mrs. Mark (Lana) Vogel of Gladwin and Brenda at home; her mother, Mrs. Lillie Golden of Gladwin; one brother, Rudy of Gladwin; 3 sisters, Mrs. Catherine Sasse of Sanford, Mrs. Selena Sasse of Gladwin and Mrs. Fay Roebuck of Birch Run; and 3 grandchildren.

 

Services were held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel.The Rev.

Ed Jaynes officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 4-10/1985 Column – 3 Page – 2.


AUDREY A. SHOOLTZ (1923 - ?) s/w Harvey W.
HARVEY W. SHOOLTZ (24 NOV  1920 – 7 DEC  1992) s/w Audrey A.

 

HARVEY SHOOLTZ

 

Harvey W. Shooltz, 72, of 150 Deer Run Trail, Gladwin, died Monday, Dec. 7, 1992 in the Mid

Michigan Regional Medical Center, Gladwin, after an illness of a month. Born in Ferndale, Nov. 24, 1920, he came to Gladwin County in 1974 from Union Lake. Mr. Shooltz operated Huron Tool. He started the business in Union Lake in 1969 and moved the operation to Gladwin in 1974. He retired in 1987. Mr. Shooltz and the former Audrey Berry, were married Oct. 2, 1943, in Ferndale.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 daughters. Nancy Shooltz of Sterling Heights and Mrs. James (Barbara) Rich of White Lake; 4 sons, Barry of Grandville, Dennis of Gladwin, Bob of Traverse City and Bill of Clare; 2 brothers. William of Florida and Louis of California; 2 sisters, Lucille Kaschefsky of Redford and Betty Roper of Florida; and 12 grandchildren.

 

Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Roger Hardy officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or the Hospice of Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 12-9/1992 Column – 2 Page – 2.

 

CLARA MAY (WERNER) SHOUP (2 JULY 1872 - 4 MARCH 1921)

 

MRS. JOHN SHOUP

 

   Clara May Shoup, wife of John Shoup, died March 4, 1921, at the home of her husband's parents at Swanton, Fulton county, Ohio. Services were conducted at the home at Swanton at three o'clock. The body was brought to Gladwin Monday and taken to the undertaking rooms of Rogers & Neeley, where services were held Tuesday afternoon by Rev. E. T. Smith, followed by interment in Ridge cemetery.

   Clara May Werner was born July 2, 1872, in Ogden township, Lenawee county, Mich. When she was nine years old the family moved to Swanton, Ohio, where she grew to womanhood. She was married July 2, 1899, to Ira Shufelt. Three children were born to them, two sons, Elmer and Blair, and one daughter, Lela. She was married to John Shoup, Oct. 10, 1910, at Gladwin. They made their home in Clare county until they moved to Ohio five years ago. They were preparing to return to Gladwin when her death occurred.

   She is survived by her husband, three children, Elmer Shufelt of Huron county, Ohio, Blair Shufelt and Mrs. Smith Parkinson of Clare county, Michigan, seven grandchildren, two brothers Al Werner of Midland, Mich., and Frank Werner of Berkey, Ohio; two sisters, Bertha Shriver of West Virginia and Dena Hoot of Swanton, Ohio.

   A loved one from us has gone; A vacant place is left. That can never be filled. Gladwin County Record dated 03-10/1921 Column - 3 Page - 4


IDA I. (BARLOW) SHUART (1858 – 14 JUNE 1949)

 

Services Friday for Mrs. Shuart

 

Funeral services for Mrs. Ida Shuart, 91, will take place at the Butman Latter Day Saints church on Friday afternoon, June 17, at 1 o'clock. Elders White and Doty will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge cemetery.

 

Mrs. Shuart passed away on Tuesday at the Long Convalescent Home in Flint. She was born in Belleville in 1858 and lived on a farm north of Gladwin for about 10 years.

 

Surviving are one son, Melvin Barlow, of Gladwin; a daughter, Mrs. Laura Clark, of Flint; seven grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren and a great-great grandchild. Mrs. Shuart will be at the Reigle Funeral Home on Friday, from 8 a. m. until noon, when she will be taken to the church. Gladwin County Record dated 6-15/1949 Column – 2 Page – 1.


MORRIS A. SHUART (6 OCT 1848 – 27 MAY 1929)

 

MORRIS SHUART

 

Morris Shuart died Monday morning at his home in Gladwin township where he had lived 31 years. Mr. Shuart had been an invalid for several years. He was born Oct. 6, 1848, in Wayne county, Michigan, and married Mrs. Ida Barlow. Mr. and Mrs. Shuart made their home in Gladwin city a number of years and afterward moved to Gladwin township.

 

He is survived by his wife, one son, Milton Barlow of Gladwin, and one daughter, Mrs. Laura M. McFarland of Flint.

 

Services were held at the Sherman Latter Day Saint church, Wednesday morning, May 29, at 10 a. m. conducted by Elder George White and M. Umphrey of Bentley, followed by burial at Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 5-30/1929 Column – 3 Page – 4.

 

JOHN SHULTS (2 JUNE 1881 - 24 NOV 1911) Aged 80 years, 5 months & 21 days

 

SHULTS

 

John Shults was born in Ontario, June 2, 1831, and died at his home in Tobacco township Nov. 24, 1911, of dropsy after an illness of two weeks, aged 80 years, 5 months, 21 days. He was married April 10, 1872, to Elizabeth Jane Long, who died July 22, 1908. They came to Gladwin county in 1880. One son died at the age of 20 years. Mr. Shults was married about 2 years ago to Geneveive Gosoage who survives him besides two step-daughters, Mrs. William Fleming and Mrs. Edward Dassy.

 

The funeral was held Nov. 26 from the home of the latter, Rev. Bates officiating assisted by Rev. Buxton. Interment in Gladwin cemetery. He had made his peace with God and was fully

prepared to meet his Creator. Gladwin County Record dated 11-30/1911 Column – 5 Page – 1.

 

AUGUST SHULTZ (13 MARCH 1857 – 20 JAN 1922) s/w Pauline

 

LONG TIME RESIDENT OF COUNTY DIES AT HOCKADAY

 

August Shultz

 

August Shultz was born March 13, 1857, and departed this life Jan. 20, 1922. He was married to Miss Pauline Donst, Jan. 23, 1881. To their union ten children were born, three of which died in early infancy. In April, 1900, he moved with his family to Gladwin county first locating in Sage township and later, moving to Hockaday the present home.

 

Twenty-eight years ago he made a confession of Christ and has since lived an exemplary Christian life. He was a kind father, a thoughtful husband, a considerate neighbor and citizen. His death came as a complete shock to the family and a surprise to the community.

 

Mr. Shultz is survived by his widow, five sons and two daughters, Emile A., a Baptist minister of Madison, Ind., Robert  of Detroit, Max W. of Chicago, Ill., Benjamin H. of Detroit, Mrs. B. F. Kranich of Coleman, Albert L. and Ruth who live in the parental home, and four grandchildren.

 

All children, Mrs. Robert Shultz and B. F. Kranich were here in attendance at the funeral.

Services were conducted by Rev. P. E. Schilling! of the Round Lake Baptist church and Rev. C. E. Roberts of the Hockaday Free Methodist church. Interment in the Ridge cemetery.

 

So shall it be at last in that bright morning,

When the soul wakes and lives, from shadows free.

O, in that hour, fairer than daylight dawning,

Shall rise the glowing thought "I’am with thee."

Gladwin County Record dated 1-26/1922 Column – 3 Page – 1.


ELIZABETH JANE (VANNEST) LONG - SHULTZ (6 MAY 1842 - 22 JULY 1908)

 

WIFE OF JOHN SHULTZ, PASSES TO THE OTHER SHORE, AGED 66.

 

Elizabeth Jane Shultz, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Vanest, was born May 6, 1842; at Camblen, Ont., and died July 22, 1908 at Gladwin, Mich. When 19 years of age she was married to Adam Long, and shortly afterward moved to Oso, Ont., where she resided until the death of her husband in 1860. Two daughters, Mrs. William Fleming and Mrs. Edward Dassy, survive them. April 10, 1872, she was married to John Shultz, with whom she moved to Michigan soon after. One son, Solomon, was born to this union, whom died at the age of 20 years.

Mrs. Shultz has been a patient sufferer for the past two years, but was taken worse about three weeks before her death. She was a devoted Christian and during her sickness praised the Lord that she was going home.

A husband, two daughters, two sisters, four brothers and seven grandchildren, besides many friends and neighbors, mourn her loss. Funeral services were held at the home of her daughter, Mrs. William Fleming, with whom she had resided the past one and one half years. They were conducted by Rev. H. J. Nicholls. The remains were laid to rest in Gladwin cemetery July 24.

 

   "We weep for her, no tenderer wife

   E'er made man's fireside bright;

  No more devoted mother love,

  And she is with the angel host,

     With sinless heart and stainless hand,

   Waiting to meet the friends to come

   To that bright and happy land."

Gladwin County Record dated 07-30/1908 Column - 6 Page – 5


GENEVA C. (DEARTH) SHULTZ (23 APRIL 1892 - 16 AUG 1976) m. 29 Sep 1915, Mother, s/w William I.

 

Mrs. Geneva C. Schultz, 84, of 521 State St., Gladwin, died Monday, Aug. 16, in the Gladwin Area Hospital folllowing a short illness. Born in New Port, Ohio, on April 23, 1892, she came to Gladwin County 35 years ago from Oil Center. The former Geneva Dearth, she was married to William Schultz September 29, 1915, in St. Marys, W. Va. He preceded her in death on February 28, 1962.

   Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Pauline Lehman of Gladwin, Mrs. Jack (Catherine) Long of Mt. Pleasant and Mrs. Clifford (Martha) Emrick of Midland; three sons, William of Hillsdale, Eugene of Gladwin and Charles of Clio; 24 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin. The Rev. Helena Egts officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-18/1976 Column - 6 Page - 2


PAULINE (DONST) SHULTZ (1862 - 1934) s/w August
SOLOMON SHULTZ (29 SEP 1872 - 11 JULY 1893) Son of E. & J. Shultz, Aged 20 years, 9 months & 12 days,
WILLIAM I. SHULTZ (29 MARCH 1892 - 28 FEB 1962) m. 29 Sep 1915, Father, s/w Geneva C.

 

Services Held for Wm. Shultz

 

Funeral services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home for William Isaac Shultz, 69, who died at his home in Gladwin Wednesday. The Rev. Thurlan Meredith officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery.

 

Born in Pleasants County, West Va., on March 29, 1892, he was married to the former Geneva Dearth on Sept. 29, 1915 at St. Mary’s, W. Va. Coming to Oil City in 1933 he worked for the Pure Oil Co. as an oil field pumper for seven years. They moved to Gladwin County in 1941 where Mr. Shultz was employed by the Sun Oil Co. until his retirement in 1957.

 

Survivors include his wife, Geneva; three sons, William L., of Hillsdale, Eugene and Charles, of Gladwin; three daughters, Mrs. Catheline Long, of Mt. Pleasant, Mrs. Martha Emrick of Midland, and Mrs. Pauline Lehman, of Gladwin; two brothers, John, of Lancaster, Ohio, and Henry of St. Mary’s, W. Va.; a sister, Mrs. Ethel Locke, of St Mary‘s, W. Va.; 22 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Two brothers preceded him in death. Gladwin County Record dated 3-7/1962 Column – 6 Page – 1.

 

HARRY J. “OLD FART” SIBLEY, SR ( 27 NOV 1917 -  27 APRIL 2003)

 

Harry J. “Old Fart” Sibley Sr., age 85, of Gladwin died at home April 27, 2003 following a long illness. Harry was born November 27, 1917 to Frederick & Almira (Gager) Sibley in Ithaca, MI. Harry worked at General Motors in Lansing as an air tool repairman, retiring in 1978 after 27 years. He also served in the U.S. Army during WWII. Harry moved to Gladwin from Lansing in 1978. He was a member of U.A.W. Local 652; Lansing, MI. Harry married Wanettah (Clark) Sibley on August 28, 1979 in Gladwin. He is survived by wife Wanettah; four sons, Harry Jr. & Barbara Sibley of Mesick; Eugene & Jo Sibley of Albion; Randy & Brigette McBride of Sanford; Ronald & Norma McBride of Waco, TX.; five daughters, Almira & Roger Foster of Lansing; Sandy & Duane Strouse of Leslie, MI.; Ronda & Willard Dilts of Lansing; Annette McBride and friend Dan Couppla of New Baltimore; Jodi & Bubba Brewer of Garland, Tx., 43 grandchildren and 32 great grandchildren, several nieces & nephews. He is predeceased by his parents, two sisters and two brothers. Funeral services will be held Saturday May 3, 2003 at 1 p.m. at Gladwin Free Methodist Church in Gladwin with Pastor Phil Hortop officiating. Memorial contributions can be made to V.F.W. Post 7303, V.F.W. Post 11256. Arrangements were made by Hall Funeral Home.

 

BRIAN A. SILKSTONE (17 MAY 1955 - 7 AUG 1994)

 

BRIAN A. SILKSTONE

 

Brian A. Silkstone, 39, of Gladwin and formerly of Saginaw, died Sunday, Aug. 7, 1994, as a result of a motorcycle accident. Born May 17, 1955 in Saginaw, he moved to Gladwin County in 1966 and graduated from Gladwin High School in 1973. He married the former Teresa

Mathews of Harrison on Jan. 27, 1984 in Harrison.

 

Survivors include one daughter, Brianna; parents. Donald and Roberta Mathews of Harrison; 2 brothers, Dennis Schur of Gladwin and Richard Schur of Spring Lake; and one sister, Alexis Coupar of Bridgeport. He was preceded in death by one sister, Jacqueline Carmien; and 2 brothers, Ti mothy and John Schur.

 

Rites were held at 1 p.m. Tuesday from Sisson Funeral Home. The Rev. Donald Block officiated, and burial was in Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 8-10/1994 Column – 4 Page – 2.


CATHERINE (WESTOVER) SIMPSON (18 MAY 1865 – 28 APR 1925)

 

MRS. JAMES SIMPSON

 

Mrs. Catherine Simpson was born at Oxbridge, Canada, May 18, 1865, and departed this life April 28, 1925, at the age of 59 years, 11 months and 10 days. At the age of 11 years she came with her parents from Canada and settled in Sanilac county, Michigan. In 1883 she was

united in marriage to James Simpson. To this union were born eight children, one of whom died in early life. In 1900 Mr. Simpson moved with his family to Butman township, Gladwin county, Michigan, and lived there until his death about six years ago. She leaves to mourn her loss five sons and two daughters and a host of friends.

 

The last few months of her life she was a great sufferer but she bore it all patiently without a murmur or complaint. Sister Simpson was converted under the labors of Rev. William Rumley and remained a true and faithful Christian until her death. She was a member of the Free Methodist church at Hockaday and was a kind and loving wife and mother. She will be greatly

missed in the community where she lived.

 

The funeral services were held at the Hockaday F. M. church and the remains were laid to rest in the Ridge cemetery to await resurrection morn.

 

Her last words were, "I have Jesus in my heart."

Gladwin County Record dated 5-7/1925 Column – 3 Page – 4.


JAMES SIMPSON (1865 – 25 MAY 1919)

 

JAMES SIMPSON.

 

James Simpson died Sunday, May 25, 1919, at his home in Butman township, after being in poor health some time. He was born, in Ontario, was 55 years, three months and 10 days old, and has been a resident of Gladwin county about 20 years. He is survived by his wife, two daughters and four sons. Services were held Tuesday afternoon. Gladwin County Record dated 5-29/1919 Column – 4 Page – 5.


JESSIE S. (CANN) SIMPSON (17 APRIL 1890 - 26 FEB 1974) s/w John

 

Mrs. Jessie S. Simpson, 83, of Midland, died Tuesday, Feb. 26, in the Town and Country Home, after an illness of a month. Born in Sandusky on April 17, 1890, she had spent most of her life in Gladwin County until moving to Midland two years ago. The former Jessie Cann, she was married to John Simpson Sr. in 1911 in Gladwin. He preceded her in death in 1968. Mrs. Simpson was a member of the Hockaday Free Methodist Church.

She is survived by one son, John Jr. of Midland; one sister, Mrs. Iva Hoover of Mecosta; three brothers, Everett and Percy Cann of Gladwin and William Cann of Taylor; and three grandchildren.

Rites will be held Friday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Helena Egts will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-27/1974 Column - 5 Page - 2

 
JOHN M. SIMPSON, SR (17 FEB 1891 - 10 JAN 1968) s/w Jessie

 

JOHN SIMPSON DIES AT SON'S HOME

 

   John M. Simpson, Sr., of Ritchie Road, Butman Township, died Wednesday, Jan. 10, at 6:06 p.m., at the home of his son in Midland, following an illness of several weeks. He was a retired farmer. Born in Sandusky, Feb. 17, 1891, Mr. Simpson came to Gladwin County as a child with his parents. He  was married to the former Miss Jessie Cann, March 25, 1911, in Gladwin.

   Survivors are his wife, Jessie; a son, John M. Simpson, Jr. of Midland; and a sister, Mrs. Everett Cann of Lincoln Park. Services were at 11:00 a.m. Saturday at the Miner Funeral Home with the Rev. Helena Richmond officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-17/1968 Column - 3 Page – 1


LAWRENCE CLIFFORD SIMPSON (20 OCT 1919 - 30 MARCH 1920)

 

Lawrence Clifford, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Simpson, died at his home 1622 Jane street, Flint, after a 10 days illness of bronchial pneumonia. Lawrence was born in the city of Flint, Oct. 20, 1919, and departed this life March 30, 1920. Private funeral was held at the home March 31, Rev. Tripp officiating.

 

He leaves to mourn their loss his father, mother, five brothers, Olione, Max, Wayne, Lyle and Billy. The remains were brought to Gladwin for burial. Gladwin County Record dated 4-8/1920 Column – 5 Page – 5.


MARIE SIMPSON (1907 ?) s/w Wayne
MARY ROSETTA (VAN ALSTINE) SIMPSON (2 FEB 1884 – MARCH 1967) s/w William

 

We extend our deepest sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Max Simpson in the loss of the former’s

mother. Gladwin County Record dated 4-5/1967 Column – 5 Page – 13.


WAYNE SIMPSON (1909 – 1971) s/w Marie
WILLIAM SIMPSON (1884 – 29 APR 1930) s/w Mayme R.

 

WILLIAM SIMPSQN

 

William Simpson, a former resident of this county died April 29, 1930, at Flint of heart trouble, after an illness of a few weeks. He is survived by his wife and five sons. Gladwin County Record dated 5-1/1930 Column – 4 Page – 1.

FREDERICK ALFORD SISCO (24 OCT 1871 - 29 OCT 1948) s/w Theresa

 

Fred Sisco Passes Last Friday

 

Frederick A. Sisco, 77, Gladwin township farmer, passed away at his home on Friday, October 29. Funeral services were held on Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock at the Sacred Heart Church, with the Rev. Fr. K. D. McGinn officiating. Burial was in the Ridge cemetery. A prayer service was held at the home on Monday evening.

 

Mr. Sisco was born in Sanilac county in 1871, and spent most of his life in Gladwin county. He lived on his farm in Gladwin township for the past 37 years. He was married to Miss Theresa Foran in 1899, in Gladwin.

 

Surviving are his wife; two sons, Lynn of Detroit and William at home; one daughter, Mrs.

Helen Mayer, of Detroit; one nephew, Patrick Foran of Gladwin; also a number of grandchildren.

 

Pallbearers were Clyde Zettel, Ray Flynn, Leo Villeneuve, Wendell Foor, Fred Greer and Ron

Bellinger. Gladwin County Record dated 11-3/1948 Column – 4 Page – 1.


FREDERICK LYNN SISCO (11 MARCH 1906 - 16 JUNE 1958)

 

FUNERAL RITES FOR LYNN SISCO THURSDAY

 

   Frederick Lynn Sisco, 52, former Gladwin County resident, died suddenly June 16, in Saginaw. He was born March 11, 1906, in Superior, Wisconsin, the son of Frederick and Theresa Sisco. His father preceded him in death in 1948.

   Mr. Sisco resided in Gladwin from 1911 until about 12 years ago when he moved to Saginaw where he was employed by Chevrolet Foundry. He was a member of the Catholic Church and a World War II veteran.

   Surviving are his mother, Mrs. Theresa Sisco; and brother William of Gladwin; one sister, Mrs. Helen Maier of Detroit; and eight nieces and eight nephews.

   Rosary will be Wednesday evening at 9 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home and funeral services at 10 a. m. Thursday from the Sacred Heart Church in Gladwin. Father George Artman will officiate and burial will be in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-18/1958 Column -1 Page - 1

 

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THERESA C. (FORAN) SISCO (4 APRIL 1876 - 29 JUNE 1963) s/w Frederick A.

 

RITES HELD FOR THERESA C. SISCO

 

   Funeral services were held Tuesday at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church for Mrs. Theresa C. Sisco, 87, who died Saturday after a short illness. Father George Artman officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Born in Ontario, Canada, on April 4, 1876, the former Theresa C. Foran was married to Frederick Sisco on June 14, 1898, in Gladwin, and lived her lifetime in Gladwin County. He preceded her in death.

   Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Helen Maier, of Detroit; two sons, William P. Sisco, of Gladwin, and Patrick Foran, of Elsie; two sisters, Mrs. Harold Wyman, of Clare, and Mrs. Ludster DesCormier, of California; 17 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 07-03/1963 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

WILLIAM PATRICK SISCO (2 FEB 1915 - 13 MAY 2005)

 

William P. Sisco, 90, of Gladwin, died May 13, 2005 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Gladwin. He was Born Feb. 2, 1915 in Gladwin to Frederick and Theresa (Foran) Sisco. On July 11, 1939 he married the former Lois White in Gladwin. He was a farmer and lived in Gladwin County all his life. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and Gladwin Eagles Aerie 3292.

 

He is survived by his wife, Lois Sisco of Gladwin; seven children, Kenneth (Judy) Sisco of Midland, Fred (Barbara) Sisco of Gladwin, Pat Sisco of Midland, Anne (Barry) Neumeyer of Gladwin, Jim Sisco of Gladwin, Lem (Denise) Sisco of Hope, and Fran (Dennis) Shooltz of Gladwin; 17 grandchildren and 13 Great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Lynn and Patrick; and two sisters, Helen Maier and Irene Schultz.

 

Funeral services were held on Monday, May 16 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Gladwin with Rev. Fr. Patrick Jankowiak officiating. Burial took place in Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Memorial contributions may be made to Gladwin Hospice or Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

 

CAROLINE (KRAFT) SMITH (8 MAY 1865 – 17 JAN 1929)

 

Mrs. George R. Smith died Jan. 17, 1929, at her home on South Antler street after an attack of influenza followed by meningitis. Mrs. George R. Smith, nee Caroline Kraft, was born May 8, 1865, in Baden, Germany, where she lived until the age of 17, when she came to America, and became a resident of Detroit, Michigan, where she was united in marriage to Charles Anthony Hahn on July 11, 1885. To this union one daughter was born on Jan. 7, 1899 in Detroit, Mich., who survives her.

 

In 1900 the family moved to Mayville, Mich., where they resided until the moved to Gladwin on Aug. 12, 1918. Aug. 15, 1919, her husband, Chas. Hahn departed this life. Mrs. Hahn was married to George R. Smith of Gladwin July 2, 1921.

 

She is survived by her husband, George R. Smith, her only daughter, Mrs. Christine Wesley McKnight, and one grand-daughter, Miss Lucille Wesley of Gladwin. Two brothers, Charles and August Kraft, both of Detroit, and one sister, Mrs. Lewis Riecher of Detroit; also 43 nieces and nephews, besides a host of friends. She was one of nine children, five brothers having preceded her in death.

 

Mrs. Smith was a kind and affectionate mother of a good Christian character, and loved by all who knew her. She was a member of the Mission church at the time of her death. She will be greatly missed at church services, for she was a frequent visitor.

 

Those attending the funeral from out of town were: Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Kraft, Mr. and Mrs. August Kraft, Mrs. Lewis Riecher, Sr., and son, Lewis Riecher, Jr. all of Detroit,

and Mr. and Mrs. Norman Bergey of Saginaw, Mich.

 

Funeral services were held from the Mission church on Saturday at 12:30 p. m. conducted by Rev. Alma M. Wegner, with interment at the Ridge cemetery. The pall-bearers were, Gordon

Capling, Glenn Wagar, Basil Stout, Burke Wilmot, Donald Black and Archie Graham. Gladwin County Record dated 1-24/1929 Column – 5 Page – 1.

 

GORDON B. SMITH (12 DEC 1916 - 14 FEB 1990)

 

GORDON SMITH

 

Gordon B. Smith, 73, of 1630 N. Pratt Lake Rd., Gladwin, died Wednesday, Feb. 14,1990 in St. Mary's Medical Center, Saginaw, after a short illness. Born in Detroit, Dec. 12, 1916, he

moved to Gladwin County in 1980. Mr. Smith was a supervisor in the Livonia Water Dept. for 20 years until retiring in 1980. He served in the Army during World War II and was a member of the Gladwin Fraternal Order of Eagles 3292, Elks Club 2246, Livonia, American Legion Post 32, Livonia, the A.F.L.-C.I.O. and State, County and Municipal Employees Union 1917.

 

Mr. Smith and the former Mickey Murphy, were married Aug. 3, 1951, in Angola, Ind. Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Randall of Livonia; one sister, Charlotte Sutherland of Gladwin; 2 brothers, Frank and Ted Smith of Gladwin; and a stepbrother, William Bruce of Gladwin.

 

Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Father William Elliott officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Gladwin County Record dated 2-21/1990 Column – 4 Page – 2.

 

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LILA M. SMITH (30 NOV 1896 - 25 FEB 1985) Beloved Mother

 

LILA SMITH

 

Lila M. Smith, 88, of 1630 Pratt Lake Rd., Gladwin, died Monday, Feb. 25, in the Gladwin

Area Hospital following a long illness. Born in Sage Township Nov. 30, 1896, she returned to Gladwin County in 1981 from Livonia.

 

Surviving are one son, Gordon of Gladwin; and one grandson. Services will be held Thursday

at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Father Thomas Spitler will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 2-27/1985 Column – 3 Page – 2.


HELEN L. (MOORE) SMYTHE (15 DEC 1917 - 9 AUG 1983) s/w Homer R.

 

Helen L. Smythe, 65, of 261 E. Ridge Rd., Gladwin, died Tuesday morning, Aug. 9, in the Midland Hospital Center. Born in Gratiot County on December 15, 1917, she came to Gladwin County in 1974 from the Lansing area. She was a member of the Wooden Shoe United Methodist Church. The former Helen Moore, she was married to Homer Smythe on August 10, 1953, in Angola, Ind.

Besides her husband, she is survived by 4 children, Lynn Clark of Farwell; Mrs. Wanettan Sibley of Gladwin, Mrs. Roxanne Pike of Holt and Douglas Smythe of Grand Ledge; 3 brothers, Melvin of Hastings, Alvah of Lansing and Harry of Holt; 9 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

Services were held Friday at 1 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home, the Rev. Carter Miller officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-17/1983 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

Helen L. Smythe (Midland Daily News, Aug. 10, 1983)

 

Helen L. Smythe, 65, 261 East Ridge, Gladwin, died Tuesday, Aug. 9, 1983, in Midland Hospital Center following a long illness.

 

She was born in Gratiot County, Dec. 15, 1917. She moved to Lansing in 1929 and lived in the Lansing and Mason area, then moved to Gladwin County in 1974.  She married Homer Smythe in Angola, Ind., Aug. 10, 1953.

 

She leaves her husband; son, Lynn Clark of the Farwell-Evart area; daughters, Wanettah Sibley of Gladwin and Roxanne Pike of Hope; son, Douglas Smythe of Grand Ledge; nine grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; and brothers, Melvin Moore of Hastings, Alvah Moore of Lansing and Harry Moore of Hope.

 

Services will be at 1 p.m. Friday in Mathews Funeral Home in Gladwin with the Rev. Carter Miller officiating.  Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery.  Friends may call at the funeral home after 7pm today.

 

HOMER R. SMYTHE (19 JAN 1918 – 30 SEP 1984) s/w Helen L.

 

HOMER SMYTHE

 

Homer R. Smythe, 66, of 261 E. Ridge Rd., Gladwin, died Sunday, Sept. 30, in the Gladwin

Area Hospital. Born in Lansing Jan. 19, 1918, he came to Gladwin County in 1974. He was a supervisor for Fisher Body in Lansing. Mr. Smythe was a member of the Wooden Shoe United Methodist Church. He was married to Helen Moore Aug. 10, 1953, in Angola, Ind. She preceded him in death Aug. 9, 1983.

 

Surviving are 4 children, Lynn Clark of Farwell, Mrs. Wanettah Sibley of Gladwin, Mrs. Roxanne Pike of Holt and Douglas Smythe of Grand Ledge; 9 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.

 

Rites were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Carter

Miller officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-3/1984 Column – 2 Page – 2.


AMANDUS F. SOLDAN (14 OCT 1891 - 2 DEC 1960) s/w Faye

 

Amandus Soldan Dies in Florida

 

Amandus F. Soldan 69, of Gladwin, died Friday in Leesburg, Fla., after a short illness. A retired Flint auto worker, Mr. Soldan was born Oct. 14, 1891, in Huron County, and moved to Gladwin with his parents as a young man. He was married to Miss Faye Shell in 1913. She preceded him in death in January 1958. On August 5, 1959, he was married to the former Mrs. Clara Rowley, in Flint. Mr. Soldan was a member of the Gladwin Free Methodist Church.

 

Surviving are his wife Clara; three sons, Duane of Fenton, Ward of Ypsilanti, and Larry of Dearborn; one step-son, Rex Rowley of Flint; a step-daughter, Mrs. Lucille Clute of Flint;

three brothers, William C. of Pigeon, Tillman D., of Gladwin and Alonzo E., of Flint two sisters, Mrs. Sybilla Hutson of Mikado and Mrs. Adelia Cripps of Gladwin; and seven grandchildren. A son preceded him in death.

 

Funeral services were held today (Wednesday) at 11 a. m. at the Gladwin Free Methodist

Church. The Rev. R. E. Fogelsonger, Rev. D. A. Hoenshell and Rev Harry Fidler officiated

and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-7/1960 Column – 7 Page – 1.

 

DANIEL J. SOLDAN (9 OCT 1881 - 9 AUG 1961)

 

Rites Saturday for Dan Soldan

 

Daniel J. Soldan, 79, died today (Wednesday) at Saginaw Osteopathic Hospital after an illness of six months. Born on Oct. 9, 1881, in Huron County, he came to Gladwin County in 1908 to farm. He was married to the former Martha Bollert in Oberlin on March 7, 1911.

 

Survivors include his widow, Martha; two daughters, Mrs. Ruth Patenge of Angola, Ind., and Mrs. Winifred Welser of Gladwin; two sons, Robert of Gladwin, and Howard of Holt; two brothers, Rolland of North Branch, and Walter of Owendale; a sister, Mrs. Pearl Chase of Saginaw; 15 grandchildren and four great grandchildren. A son Max, preceded him in death on Jan. 5, 1961.

 

Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p. m. at the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Wayne

Palmer, former pastor of the Riley Church, will officiate and burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-9/1961 Column – 2 Page – 1.


ESTHER JANE SOLDAN (1922 – 8 NOV 1922)

 

SOLDAN

 

Esther Jane, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Soldan, aged two months and 16 days, died Nov. 8. Funeral services were held at the residence Friday afternoon by Rev. L. F . Burkey. Burial in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-16/1922 Column – 4 Page – 4.


FAYE (SHELL) SOLDAN (1893 – JAN 1958) s/w Amandus F.

 

Mr. and Mrs. Fern Cripps, Marcille Thompson and Mr. and Mrs. Andy Hutson attended the funeral of Mrs. Faye Soldan Monday. She was then brought up to Gladwin and was laid to rest in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 1-29/1958 Column – 5 Page – 11.


HERSCHEL CARL SOLDAN (8 NOV 1920 – 10 MARCH 1921) Baby

 

HERSCHEL C. SOLDAN

 

Herschel C. Soldan, infant son of Amandus and Faye Soldan; was born Nov. 8, 1920, and died Mar. 10, 1921. He leaves to mourn their loss his father and mother and one brother Duane, besides his grandparents, uncles and aunts, cousins and a large circle of friends. The funeral services were held in the Free Methodist church at Hockaday, Mich., conducted

by the writer. Text 2 Kings 4:26. Interment in the Ridge cemetery, Gladwin.

J. F. King.Gladwin County Record dated 3-17/1921 Column – 2 Page – 4.

 

MARTHA LOUISA (BOLLERT) SOLDAN (28 NOV 1888 - 10 SEP 1985)

 

Martha L. Soldan, 96, of 335 N. Bowery Ave., Gladwin, died Tuesday, Sept. 10, in St. Mary's Hospital, Saginaw. Born in East Zorra, Ont., Can. Nov. 28, 1888, she came to Gladwin County 86 years ago. She was a member of the Gladwin Free Methodist Church. The former Martha Bollert, she was married to Daniel Soldan March 7, 1911, in Gladwin. He preceded her in death Aug. 9, 1961.

Surviving are 2 sons, Robert of Hemlock and Howard of Lansing; 2 daughters, Mrs. Robert (Winifred) Welser of Gladwin and Mrs. Theodore (Ruth) Patenge of East Lansing, one sister, Winifred Wagoner of Xenia,  Ohio; 17 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. A son, Max, preceded her in death in January 1961.

Services were held Friday at 11 a.m. from the Free Methodist Church. The Rev. Burton Kincaid officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 9-18/1985 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

NEST R. (WALTENBURG) SOLDAN (1 JULY 1923 - 13 JUNE 1989)

 

Nest R. Soldan, 65, of 1431 N. Sprin St., Gladwin, died Tuesday, June 13, 1989, at her home after a long illness. Born in Onaway, July 1, 1923, she moved to Gladwin County 2 years ago from Hemlock. Mrs. Soldan was a registered nurse. The former Nest Waltenburg, she was married to Robert Soldan, Dec. 1, 1962, in Onaway. Besides her husband, she is survived by 3 sons, Dan of Houghton Lake, Dave of Freeland and Doug of Hemlock; her mother, Olean Waltenburg of Gladwin; 2 brothers, Glen Waltenburg of Hemlock and Bill Waltenburg of Gladwin; and 3 grandchildren.

Services were held Thursdy at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Burton Kincaid officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-21/1989 Column - 3 Page - 2


RAY D. SOLDAN (10 APRIL 1918 - 17 DEC 1918)

 

RAY DANIEL SOLDAN --- Ray Dan son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Soldan of Oberlin, died Dec. 17 form influenza. He was born April 10, 1918. Gladwin County Record dated 12-19/1918 Column - 5 Page - 5
ROBERT O. SOLDAN (12 MARCH 1920 - 22 AUG 1992)

 

Robert O. Soldan, 72, of Gladwin and formerly of Hemlock died Saturday, Aug. 22, 1992. Born in Gladwin on March 12, 1920, he was a veteran of World War II and a member of the Hemlock V.F.W. Post. He moved back to Gladwin in 1984. Mr. Soldan and the former Nest

Waltenburg were married Dec. 1, 1961, in Onaway. She preceded him in death June 13, 1989.

 

Surviving are 3 sons, Dan of Houghton Lake, Dave of Freeland and Douglas of Hemlock; 2 sisters, Ruth Patenge of Florida and Winnifred Welser of Gladwin; one brother, Howard of Lansing; dear friend, Jean Leech of Gladwin; and 5 grandchildren.

 

Rites were held today, Wednesday, at 11 a.m. from the Sisson Funeral Home. The Rev. Donald Dengler officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-26/1992 Column – 5 Page – 2.

 

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ALVINA (SCHRAM) SOUTHWELL (3 FEB 1843 – 29 DEC 1912)

 

Death Claims Mrs. S. Southwell

 

SOUTHWELL

 

Mrs. Stephen Southwell, well known resident of Sage township, died suddenly and unexpectedly at an early hour Sunday morning. She had made a trip to the city in usual health the day previous, and was taken seriously ill in the night. Dr. Boulton was called and administered medicine for relief of severe pain internally, leaving her somewhat relieved. When he reached home a call for the undertaker preceded him. He was unwilling to accept the sad news, however, and returned to find it only too true.

 

Her death is ascribed to neuralgia of the heart, with gall stones contributing. Funeral services will be held Thursday (today) at the residence at 10 a.m. and at the Ridge church at 11 a.m., conducted by Rev. Westphal..

 

Alvina Schram Southwell was the daughter of Peter and Sarie Marie Schram, and was born in Gamsbourgh, Canada; Feb. 3, 1843, and died at the age of 69 years, 10 months and 16 days. She was married to Stephen Southwell, May 22, 1864, and to them six children were born, three of whom with the husband are living as follows Rev. George Southwell of Whittemore; William Southwell of Bay City; Mrs. Wirtz of Oberlin.

 

Mrs. Southwell had resided on the farm where she died for many years, and was held in high esteem by a large circle of friends. Gladwin County Record dated 1-2/1913 Column – 4 Page – 1.

CARRIE E. SOUTHWELL (21 MAY 1895 - 19 DEC 1943)

 

MRS. WM. SOUTHWELL DIES HERE SUNDAY

 

   Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Gladwin Free Methodist Church for Mrs. William B. Southwell, 48, of Gladwin township, who died early Sunday following an illness of several months. The Rev. Leonard J. Washmuth, of Wagerville Methodist Church, officiated at the services and burial was in Ridge cemetery. Born in Gagetown on May 21, 1895, Mrs. Southwell received her education in the schools there. She became a school teacher and first taught near Caro. She was married to William Southwell in Detroit in 1918 and they moved to Gladwin two years later. Mrs. Southwell taught school in this vicinity for several years. She was affiliated with the Methodist Church at Wagerville.

   Surviving are her husband; three sons, Grenville, Ronald and Vance, and a daughter, Carolyn; her mother, Mrs. Agnes Bodey and a brother, Frank, both of Caro; and six sisters, Mrs. Clarence Bolinger, of Chicago; Mrs. Fred Demarest, of Eugene, Oregon; Mrs. George Parsell, of Yale; Mrs. Carl Shaw, of Detroit; Mrs. Earl Gordon, of Memphis; and Mrs. Herman Leese, of Wolverine. Gladwin County Record dated 12-22/1943 Column - 7 Page - 1

 

DOUGLAS ELDON SOUTHWELL (4 NOV 1929 – 15 DEC 1929) Son

 

DOUGLAS ELDON SOUTHWELL

 

Douglas Eldon, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. William Southwell, died Sunday night of post-diphtheritic paralysis. He was born Nov. 4. Services were held Monday, conducted by Rev. G. W. Mustard. Gladwin County Record dated 12-19/1929 Column - 3 Page - 5.

 

ELEANOR L. (MCWILLIAMS) SOUTHWELL (27 FEB 1931 – 20 MAR 2010)

 

Eleanor L. Southwell, age 79, of Gladwin, passed away on Saturday, March 20, 2010, at her home with her family by her side. She was born Feb. 27, 1931, in Isabella County, the daughter of the late Arthur and Dorothy (Wyant) McWilliams.

 

She worked many years as a Special Education Teacher and Program Coordinator for Bay and Saginaw counties. Since her retirement she has lived in Gladwin. She was a volunteer for more than 20 years with V.I.G.O.R. of Gladwin and other community activities.

 

She was preceded in death by her sister, Eileen Dibble. She is survived by her husband, Grenvul “Buck” Southwell of Gladwin; her children, Calvin (Beth) Southwell of Prudenville, Peggy (Andrew) Miceli of Gladwin, Dawn (Michael Christenson) West of Bay City, and Pamela Southwell of Gladwin; 10 Grandchildren, Stacey Southwell, Amy Citko, Casey Cadieux, Cory Cadieux, Kevin West, Colleen McCarthy, Sara Miceli-Sorensen, Anthony Miceli, Ebon Simmons and Pamela (P.J.) Simmons; eight great-grandchildren, Zachery, Neal, Maura, Claire, Sofia, Ella, Sydney and Aisia Dre.

In accordance with Eleanor’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, May 8, 2010 at 11 a.m. at Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements were entrusted to Sisson Funeral Home.

 

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in memory of Eleanor to V.I.G.O.R. Gladwin County Record dated 3/24/2010.


EMMA E. (VAN ALSTINE) SOUTHWELL (4 NOV 1874 - 1 MAY 1959) s/w George

 

Illness Fatal to Mrs. Southwell

 

Mrs. Emma E. Southwell, 84, of 702 First St., Gladwin, passed away Friday afternoon following a short illness. She was born Nov. 4, 1874, in Sanilac County, and came to Gladwin

County at the age of thirteen. The former Miss Emma E. Van Alstine was married to George

Southwell on August 2, 1891, in Sage Township. He preceded her in death in November, 1952.

 

Survivors include four sons, Clayton of Afton, William of Gladwin, George of Birmingham, and

Eldon of Flint; four daughters, Mrs. Iva Loar of Blissfield, Mrs. Beatrice Ball and Mrs. Letha

Barnhart, of Flint, and Mrs. Esther Bailey of Gladwin; three sisters, Mrs. Ethel Edick and Mrs. Hattie Weir, of Gladwin, and Mrs. Mayme Simpson of Flint; 28 grandchildren, 60 great grandchildren, and three great-great grandchildren.

 

Funeral services we're held Monday at 2 p.m. at the Miner Funeral Home. The Rev. R. E. Fogelsonger officiated and burial was in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 5-6/1959 Column – 7 Page – 1.


GEORGE SOUTHWELL (22 OCT 1867 - 16 NOV 1952) s/w Emma E.

 

Long-time Resident Passes Suddenly

 

George Southwell, 85, passed away on Sunday noon after suffering a heart attack while attending church services. Funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon from the Free

Methodist church with the Rev. Vernon Dean and the Rev. Kenneth Starr officiating. Burial

was made in Ridge cemetery.

 

Mr. Southwell was born in Lankton, Canada on October 22, 1867 and came to Gladwin at the

age of five with his parents. On August 2, 1891 he was married to Miss Emma VanAlstine in Gladwin. They made their home on a farm for many years and upon retiring lived at 702 First St., in Gladwin.

 

Surviving are his wife, Emma; four sons, Clayton of Afton, William of Gladwin, George of Birmingham and Eldon of Flint; four daughters, Mrs. Iva Loar of Blissfield, Mrs. Beatrice Ball and Mrs. Letha Barnhart, of Flint and Mrs. Esther Bailey of Gladwin; 28 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 11-19/1952 Column – 6 Page – 1.


GERALD D. SOUTHWELL (14 MARCH 1916 – 12 JAN 1928)

 

GERALD SOUTHWELL

 

Gerald Southwell, youngest son of George and Emma Southwell, was born March 14, 1916, and died Jan. 12, 1928 at his home in Gladwin township. He was a very bright and active boy, always ready to take part in childish games. He gave his heart to God .and told the family as they gathered around his bed that he was going to heaven to be with Jesus. He leaves to mourn his loss his parents, four brothers and four sisters. His body was laid to rest in the Ridge cemetery Jan. 12. Gladwin County Record dated 1-26/1928 Column – 2 Page – 4.


JOHN STEVENS SOUTHWELL (14 DEC 1900 - 20 SEP 1902) Son of George & Emma, Aged 1 year, 9 months & 6 days

 

Johnnie, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Southwell, of Gladwin township, aged one year and nine months, died Saturday, September 20, 1902, from diarrhea. Funeral services were held from the Ridge church, Rev. C. W, Ross, officiating. The remains were laid at rest in

Highland cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 9-26/1902 Column – 5 Page – 1.


JOEL PATRICK SOUTHWELL (30 JUNE 1968 - 1988)
STEVEN JOHN SOUTHWELL (1844 – 14 NOV 1930)

 

STEVEN JOHN SOUTHWELL

 

Steven John Southwill, an old resident of Sage township, died at Traverse City Nov. 14. Mr. and Mrs. Southwell came to Gladwin in the late 80's and located on a farm in Sage township, where they made their home until Mrs. Southwell's death. The body was brought from Traverse City to the home of his son, George Southwell, where services were held Monday afternoon, conducted by Rev. William Haskins of Wagarville, followed by burial at Ridge cemetery. He is survived by his son, George Southwell, and one daughter, Mrs. Alice Wirtz. Gladwin County Record dated 11-20/1930 Column – 1 Page – 1.


WILLIAM WALTER “WILLIE” SOUTHWELL (26 NOV 1898 – 30 MAY 1972) Husband

 

Wm. Southwell

 

William W. Southwell, 73, of 1664 S. Bard Rd., Gladwin, died Tuesday, May 30, at Gladwin Area Hospital, following a long illness. Mr. Southwell, born in Gladwin County November 26, 1898 was a farmer and for 10 years also owned and operated Bill’s Steak House in Gladwin. Retiring, he moved to his farm in Grout Township, where he has made his home since. He was married to the former Carrie Bodey, of Tuscola County, in 1918, and she died in Gladwin

in 1943. Later he was married to Virginia Jones, who survives him.

 

Other survivors are three sons, Grenvul of Kawkawlin, Ronald and Vance of Flint; one daughter, Mrs. Kenneth (Carolyn) Kareus of Midland; two stepdaughters, Mrs. Shirley Goddard, Gladwin, and Mrs. David (Betty) Anderson, Bristol, Ill.; four sisters, Mrs. Iva Loar, Blissfield, Mrs. Beatrice Ball, Flint, Mrs. Letha Barnhart, AuGres, and Mrs. Esther Bailey of Gladwin; two brothers, Eldon Southwell, Flint, and George Southwell of Saginaw; 18 grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

 

Services will be Friday at 10:00 a.m. at Mathews Funeral Home with the Rev. Charles Allen officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 5-31/1972 Column – 3 Page – 2.


LOIS GERTRUDE (DEAN) SPARA (14 DEC 1900 – 11 JUNE 1974)

 

LOIS G. SPARA

 

Mrs. Lois G. Spara, 73, died suddenly at her home at S. Silverleaf Street, Gladwin, Tuesday, June 11, from a heart attack. Born in Marion, Va., on December 14, 1900, she was married to George Pardon in Welch, W. Va., in 1918. She lived in Corning, Ohio, from 1918 to 1929, moving to Saginaw where she remained until 1967 when she came to Gladwin. She was married to Dean Spara in Angola, Ind., in 1945 and he died in 1964.

 

Surviving are 2 daughters, Mrs. Alex (Mabel) Silkstone, and Mrs. Ray (Irene) Younkin,

both of Gladwin; 1 son, Thomas Pardon of Saginaw; her father, Cloyd B. Dean of Marion, Va.; 5 brothers and 5 sisters; 6 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

 

Services were held Friday, June 14, at 1:00 p.m. at Mathews Funeral Home with the Rev. Byron Hatch officiating and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 6-19/1974 Column – 6 Page – 2.


RALPH D. SPAULDING (1936 – 10 JUNE 1992) Father

 

RALPH SPAULDING

 

Ralph D. Spaulding, 56, of 3232 Elnor Dr., Gladwin, died suddenly at his home Wednesday, June 10, 1992. Born in Detroit, June 2, 1936, he had moved to Gladwin County in 1982. Mr. Spaulding owned the Bentley Bar. Mr. Spaulding and the former Theresa Shomo were married July 24. 1971.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 daughters, Joann Piach of Rhodes and Jean Spaulding of Gladwin; and 4 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother.

 

Rites were held Monday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Donald

Dengler officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 6-17/1992 Column – 3 Page – 2.


BLANCHE ORILLA (CARD) STALKER (26 MAY 1880 - 25 OCT 1960) Wife of Nelson Stalker

 

Former Resident Dies in Pt. Huron

 

Mrs. Blanche Stalker, 80, of 908 Pine Street, Port Huron, died Tuesday, following a brief illness. Mrs. Stalker formerly lived in Gladwin County and is the sister of Mrs. Eva Molesworth. Born on May 26, 1880, she had lived in Port Huron five years. Her husband, Nelson, preceded her in death in January, 1913.

 

Survivors include three sons, Guy Stacker of Croswell, Eldo Squires of Port Huron and William Stacker of Traverse City; one daughter, Mrs. Florence Payne, of Ludington; three sisters, Mrs. Eva Molesworth of Gladwin, Mrs. Iva Baugh and Miss Cassie Card, of Flint; 25

granchildren and many great grandchildren.

 

Funeral services will be held Friday at 7 p.m. at the Pollack-Jollet Funeral Home in Port

Huron, the Rev. Elmer Freer, of Troy, officiating. Burial services will be held in Ridge cemetery, Gladwin County, at 2 p.m. on Saturday. Gladwin County Record dated 10-26/1960 Column – 1 Page – 1.


NELSON STALKER (4 JULY 1863 - 1 JAN 1913)

 

STALKER

 

Nelson Stalker died Jan. 1 of tuberculosis, at his home in Sage township, aged 49 years, 5 months and 25 days. He was born in Sanilac county July 4. 1863. He leaves a wife and four children. Funeral services were held from the family residence at 10 a. m., and from Wagarville church at 11 a. m., Rev. E. Willard officiating. Interment in the Ridge cemetery.

His brother, Elijar Stalker of Turner, attended the funeral. Gladwin County Record dated 1-9/1913 Column – 3 Page – 1.


STELLA M. STALKER (2 FEB 1901 - 1 JUNE 1901) Daughter of Nelson & Blanche Stalker
HELEN J. (REID) STALLWOOD (30 NOV 1930 - 18 DEC 2000)


ROBERT H. STALLWOOD (6 NOV 1924 - 8 JAN 2001)

 

   Robert Stallwood, Robert Stallwood of Gladwin died Monday, Jan. 8, 2001 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Gladwin. Arrangements are incomplete and are in charge of the Sisson Funeral Home. Gladwin  County Record dated 01-10/2001 Column - 6 Page - 2  

 

   Robert H. Stallwood, 76, of Gladwin, died Monday, Jan. 8, 2001 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Gladwin, following a brief illness. He was born Nov. 6, 1924 in Mt. Clemens to the late Sidney and Alice (Stypczyski) Stallwood. Robert married the former Helen Reid, June 13, 1950 in Detroit. She preceded him in death Dec. 18, 2000. He was a veteran of World War II, a member of the Gladwin Masonic Lodge #392, the Shriners, and the VFW Post #11256.

   Surviving are his mother-in-law, Jana Ina Reid of Gladwin; one brother, Gerald of Sterling Heights; two sisters, Patricia and husband Charles Bondie of Redford and Phyllis Papandrea of Clawson.

   Services were held at 11 a.m. Friday at the Sisson Funeral Home with Rev. Don Haskell officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin  County Record dated 01-17/2001 Column - 6 Page - 2

WILLIAM F. STANGE (13 DEC 1881 - 4 JAN 1954)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR SAGE RESIDENT

 

   William F. Stange, 72, passed away on Monday, January 4, at the Rhodes Rest Home after a one year illness. Funeral services were held this afternoon from the Miner Funeral Home with the Rev. F. E. Voller, of the Gladwin Free Methodist Church, officiating. Burial was made in the Ridge cemetery. Mr. Stange, a resident of Sage township, was born December 13, 1881, in Dunlap, Illinois. He came to Gladwin from Illinois 12 years ago and was employed as a farm hand.

   Surviving are two brothers, Harold of Butman township and Edward of Ovid; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Seipke of Gladwin and Mrs. Augusta Semrau of Ovid. Pallbearers were Melvin Cady, Henry Will, Alfred Flaming, John Reimer, Henry Harmon. Gladwin County Record dated 01-16/1954 Column - 4 Page - 1


DENNY STARR (30 NOV 1916 - 3 FEB 1996)

 

DENNY STARR

 

   Denny Starr, 79, of Gladwin, died Saturday, Feb. 3, 1996 at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center - Midland following a long illness. Born Nov. 30, 1916 in Belo, W.Va., he resided in Gladwin since 1980 when he moved from Detroit. Mr. Starr had been employed as a coal miner at Island Creek Coal Co. in West Virginia until retiring in 1968.

   Surviving are his sister, Ruby Ratliff of Gladwin, and several nieces and nephews. Services were held at 1 p.m. Monday from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin chapel. The Rev. Jerry Wells officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 02-07/1996 Column - 2 Page - 7  


ANNA STEINKRAUS (26 JULY 1854 – 9 FEB 1938) Mother

 

Mrs. Anna Steinkraus of Sage Township Dies

 

Services were held Saturday afternoon, February 12, for Mrs. Anna Steinkraus at the Round

Lake Baptist church conducted by the pastor, Rev. P. F. Schilling. Burial was at the Ridge cemetery.

 

Mrs. Steinkraus died at her home in Sage township Wednesday, February 9. She was born in Russian Poland July 26, 1854, and was married there to John Steinkraus in February, 1878.

In 1905 they came to the United States and to Michigan locating on their farm in Sage township. Mr. Steinkraus died March 5, 1920. They were the parents of 11 children.

 

Mrs. Steinkraus was converted when 25 years old and joined the Baptist church, and after coming to Gladwin county joined the Baptist church at Round Lake. She has always been a faithful devoted member and has lived a consistent Christian life. Surviving her are three sons

and five daughters, Henry, John and Dan Steinkraus, all of Gladwin, and Mrs. Henry Miller of

Pulsifer, Wisconsin, Mrs. Albert Yerke of Dansville, Michigan, Mrs. Ben Nightingale of Detroit, Mrs. Herman Nightingale of Sage township; two brothers in Poland, and 43 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 2-23/1938 Column – 7 Page – 1.


ELLA BERNICE STEINKRAUS (1919 – 4 SEP 1919)

 

ELLA BERNICE STEINKRAUS.

 

Ella Bernice, two months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Steinkraus, of Sage township, died Sept. 4. Services were held Sunday from Riley church conducted by Rev. H. Braun. Gladwin County Record dated 9-11/1919 Column – 7 Page – 1.


ELLA (DADY) STEINKRAUS (1 APRIL 1888 - 27 JAN 1971)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO ELLA STEINKRAUS

 

   Mrs. Ella Steinkraus, 82, of Sage Township, died Wednesday, Jan. 27, in Mt. Clemens after a year's illness. She was born in Detroit on April 1, 1888, and came to Gladwin County in 1935. She had been living in the Detroit area the past year with a son. The former Ella Dady, she was married to Henry Steinkraus. He preceded her in death on Nov. 6, 1945.

   Survivors include two sons, Paul, of Centerline and Herbert, of East Detroit; one daughter, Mrs. Helen Knedlhans, of Algoneon, Ill.; two sisters, Mrs. Alice Waeiss, of Gladwin and Mrs. Henri Aupperle, of Detroit; one brother, Samuel Dady, of Sterling Heights; five grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

   Rites were held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin. The Rev. Winston Decker officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-03/1971 Column - 7 Page - 1  


HENRY FREDERIC STEINKRAUS (1918 – 5 AUG 1918)

 

Steinkraus—Henry Frederic, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Steinkraus of Sage township, aged two months, died Monday, Aug. 5, 1918, Services were held Tuesday afternoon at the Riley church, conducted by Rev. H. G. Braun. Interment in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-8/1918 Column – 7 Page – 5.

 


HENRY STEINKRAUS (9 MARCH 1883 – 6 NOV 1945) s/w Martha

 

Services Held for Henry Steinkraus

 

Henry Steinkraus, 63, died at his home in Sage township Tuesday, November 6, after an illness of several months. Funeral services were held November 8, with burial in Ridge cemetery, Rev. M. R. Jewell, officiated.

 

Mr. Steinkraus was born in Wala, Poland, on March 9, 1883. At the age of 18 he came to the

United States, living with his sister, Helen, in Cleveland, Ohio. In 1904 he came to Sage township, where he has since resided. In November, 1905, he was married to Miss Martha Gatz, of Sage township, who died in 1931. On June 15, 1935 he married Miss Ella Dady, of Detroit. He was a member of the Riley Evangelical church.

 

Surviving besides his wif6, are, two sons, Paul, of Detroit, Herbert, U. S. Army, Hot Springs, Ark. one daughter, Helen, of Chicago; two brothers, John and Daniel, of Gladwin; two sisters,

Martha Nightengale, of Lansing and Amelia Yerke, of Dansville, and many other relatives and

friends. Three children, preceded their father in death. Gladwin County Record dated 11-21/1945 Column – 8 Page – 1.


JOHN STEINKRAUS, SR (19 DEC 1856 - 5 MARCH 1920)

 

JOHN STEINKRAUS SR.

 

John Steinkraus Sr. died March 5, 1920, at his home in Sage township with cancer. He was born in Russia Dec. 19, 1856, and was 63 years, two months and 15 days old. He had been a resident of Sage township 15 years. He is survived by his wife, three sons, John, Henry and Daniel, and one daughter. Services were held at the home Wednesday morning conducted by Rev. H. G. Braun of Round Lake. Interment in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 3-11/1920 Column – 4 Page – 4.


MALVINA STEINKRAUS (22 AUG 1888 – 2 JAN 1968)

 

Mrs. Steinkraus Services Held

 

Services were held Tuesday for Mrs. Malvina Steinkraus, 79, of Sage Township, who died at the Clare Nursing Home at 7:00 p. m. Friday, Jan. 26. Mrs. Steinkraus was born in Radawsik, Lublin, Poland, Aug. 22, 1888, and came to the United States with her brother in 1912. She and David Steinkraus were married March 15, 1913, in Detroit and they came to Gladwin County in 1914. He died in 1950. She was a member of the Assembly of God Church, Gladwin.

 

Surviving are three sons, Walter of New Guinea, Samuel of Chicago, and William  of Metairie, La.; five daughters, Mrs. Lillian Kranich of Rochester, Mich., Mrs. Harvey (Edna) Gertz and Mrs. Clifford (Marge) Garver of Gladwin, Mrs. Fred (Esther) Wagner of Romeo, and Mrs. Gerheart .(Violet) Seebald of Prescott, Ariz.; a sister, Mrs. Frieda Ruckert of Detroit; 33 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Two daughters also preceded her in death.

 

The services were held Tuesday at 1:00 p. m. at the Miner Funeral Home with the Rev. S.

H. Houbolt of Harrison and the Rev. Norman Berkan Of Round Lake officiating. -Burial was in

Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 1-31/1968 Column – 5 Page – 1.


MARTHA (GATZ) STEINKRAUS (11 MARCH 1887 – 6 MAR 1931) s/w Henry

 

MRS. HENRY STEINKRAUS

 

Mrs. Henry Steinkraus died March 6, 1931, at her home in Sage township of pernicious anemia. She had been in poor health several years, but bore her affliction patiently. Martha Gatz was born in Detroit, Mich., March 11, 1887, and was 43 years, 11 months and 25 days old. She was married to Henry Steinkraus Nov. 30, 1905. Six children were born to this union, two of whom died in infancy and Robert who died three years ago in his early teens. She was a member of the German Baptist church for many years.

 

She is survived by her husband, two sons, Paul and Herbert, one daughter Ruth, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Gatz, one sister, Mrs. Lizzie Tappem, all of Gladwin, and two brothers, Gus and Henry Gatz of Detroit.

 

Services were held at the Riley Evangelical church Monday at 3 p. m., conducted by Rev. P. F. Schilling, who preached in German, and Rev. F. A. Hood, who preached in English. Burial took place at Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 3-12/1931 Column – 7 Page – 1.

 

ROBERT STEINKRAUS (5 MARCH 1913 - 26 OCT 1927)

 

Robert, son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Steinkraus, died Oct. 26, 1927 at Mercy hospital, Bay City, after an operation for appendicitis. He was 14 years, 7 months and 21 days old. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon, Oct. 29, at 2:30 at the Riley church conducted by Rev. F. W. Guenther. Burial in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-03/1927 Column - 4 Page - 4


CHARLES A. STEVENS (1907 - 1966) s/w Hazel I.
HAZEL I. STEVENS (1919 - 1984) s/w Charles A.
ALFRED W. STEWART, SR (18 APRIL 1915 - 8 JAN 1990)

 

Alfred W. Stewart Sr., 74, of 1204 S. Hockaday, Gladwin, died Monday, Jan. 8, 1990, in the Mid-Michigan Regional Medical Center, Midland. Born in Mt. Clemens, April 18, 1915, he moved to Gladwin County in 1976. Mr. Stewart was a switchman for Michigan Bell Telephone

Co. He was a veteran of World War II, a member of the American Legion Post 171 and Telephone Pioneers of America.

 

Mr. Stewart and the former Dorothy Knight were married Jan. 10, 1942, in Mt. Clemens. Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Robert of Williamsburg, Ind. and Alfred Jr. of New

Baltimore; 3 sisters, Ethel Reese of Armada, Leola Schroder of Lehigh Acres, Fla. and Ida Bean of Farmington Hills; and 4 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 2 sisters and 4 brothers.

 

Services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. Chaplain Joseph White will officiate and burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Graveside services will be by the American Legion Post 171. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Gladwin County Record dated 1-10/1990 Column – 3 Page – 2.

 
DOROTHY C. (KNIGHT) STEWART (7 APR 1916 – 8 DEC 1992) s/w Alred W., Sr.

 

Dorothy C. Stewart, 76, of Gladwin, died Tuesday, Dec. 8, 1992, in Richmond, Ind. Born in Bay City, April 7, 1916, she lived in Mt. Clemens until 1976, when she moved to Gladwin

County. She was a member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary 171 in Gladwin, a Blue

Star Mother and the Gladwin Ice Carnival. She was married to Alfred Stewart on Jan.10, 1942, in Mt. Clemens. He preceded her in death on Jan. 8,1990.

 

Surviving are 2 sons, Robert of Williamsburg, Ind. and Albert Jr. of Macomb Township; 2 sisters, Genevieve Weston of North Branch and Betty Kerr of Seminole, Fla.; 4 grandchildren and one great grandchild.

 

Rites were held Friday at 11 a.m. from the Sisson Funeral Home with VFW Chaplain Joe White officiating. Burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. The Blue Star Mothers had a service at 6 p.m. Thursday and the American Legion Auxiliary at 7 at the funeral home. Gladwin County Record dated 12-16/1992 Column – 2 Page – 2.

 

ADA C. STICKNEY (22 JAN 1892 - 11 FEB 1981) m. 28 Apr 1909, s/w Horace C.

 

Ada G. Stickney, 89, of 3873 Eagleson Rd., Gladwin, died Wednesday, Feb. 11, at the Ardis Nursing Home in Farwell, following a long illness. Born in Paulding County, Ohio, on January 22, 1892, she came to Gladwin County at the age of 9. She was a member of the Gladwin Church of the Nazarene. She was married to Horace C. Stickney Sr. on April 28, 1908, in Gladwin. He preceded her in death on December 19, 1975.

Surviving are 2 sons, Horace Jr. of Gladwin and Robert of North Bradley; one daughter, Mrs. Duane (Doris) Lower of Gladwin; 11 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. David Inman officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-18/1981 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

HORACE C. STICKNEY, JR (15 APRIL 1927 - 24 OCT 1993) Check if Vet?

 

Horace C. (John) Stickney Jr., 66, of 419 E. Cedar Ave., Gladwin, died Sunday, Oct. 24, 1993, in St. Luke's Hospital, Saginaw, after a short illness. He was born in Gladwin on April 15, 1927, and had spent his lifetime here. Mr. Stickney was a self-employed mechanic and he also worked for Behnke Auto Parts and Bob's Pontiac. He served in the Army during World War II and was a member of the Gladwin American Legion Post.

Surviving are 4 daughters, Lois Brown of Coleman, Mrs. Shane (Colleen) Toth of Beaverton, Mrs. Frank (Kathy) Sambrook of Midland and Brenda Vaillancourt of Sanford; one brother, Robert of Grand Junction, Colo.; one sister, Mrs. Doris Lower of Gladwin; 9 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

   A memorial services will be held tonight, Wednesday, at 7 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel, with the Rev. Jerry Wells officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 10-27/1993 Column - 4 Page - 2


HORACE C. STICKNEY, SR (15 AUG 1887 - 19 DEC 1975) m. 28 Apr 1909, s/w Ada G.

 

Horace Stickney Sr., 88, of 3873 Eagleson Rd., Sage Township, died Friday, Dec. 19, at Saginaw St. St. Luke's Hospital, following a lengthy illness. Born in Sandusky County, Ohio, August 15, 1887, he had lived in Gladwin County most of his life. He and the former Ada G. Knowlton were married on April 28, 1908, in Gladwin, and made their home on their Sage Township farm. Mr. Stickney served 54 years in devoted public service for his township. He was first elected township treasurer in 1918 and served through 1919. Elected to represent Sage Township on the board of supervisors, he held the post two years.

In 1944, he was again elected clerk and served in the office continuously for 28 years, retiring in 1972 when he did not seek office again. During the periods he was not the clerk, supervisor or teasurer, he rendered service to the township as a justice of as a member of the board of review.

Surviving are his wife, Ada; 2 sons, Horace Jr. of Gladwin and Robert of Midland; a daughter, Mrs. Duane (Doris) Lower; 9 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Services were held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin. The Rev. Dale Hill officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-24/1975 Column - 5 Page - 2


ELLON STOCKTON (20 MAY 1844 - 27 NOV 1894) Mother

ALBERT CHARLES STUCK (4 MAY 1910 - 3 DEC 1976)

 

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DONALD JAMES STUCK (1933 - 1941) Son
DONALD L. STUCK (27 SEP 1907 – OCT 1969) s/w Neva E.
FLORENCE ELLEN “FLORA” (BATTEES) STUCK (28 FEB 1876 – 10 DEC 1934)

 

MRS. WILLIAM C. STUCK

 

Services were conducted at the M. E. church, Gladwin, by Rev. Grant L. Jordan Monday afternoon, Dec. 10, at 2 o'clock, for Mrs. William C. Stuck, who died Friday evening, Dec. 10, at her home in Sherman township. Burial took place at the Ridge cemetery.

 

Mrs. Flora Ellen Stuck was born February 28, 1876, near Oakwood, Paulding county, Ohio. She was the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Battees, who moved to Gladwin county in 1899, and settled on a farm near Round Lake.

 

She was married to William C. Stuck April 28, 1901, and Mr. and Mrs. Stuck have since made their home on a farm near Round Lake, where he had located in 1896. Her husband, four sons and one daughter, Lester W., Donald L. and Albert of Saginaw, Woodrow at home and Mrs. Earl Beech of Saginaw, a brother, Walter Battees of Marcellus, and one sister, Mrs. Frank Kelley of Beaverton, Oregon, survive her. Gladwin County Record dated 12-12/1934 Column – 2 Page – 1.


GEORGE WASHINGTON STUCK (24 FEB 1862 – 15 DEC 1929)

 

GEORGE WASHINGTON STUCK

 

George Washington Stuck, a former resident of Gladwin, died Dec. 15, 1929, at Georgetown, Delaware, of pernicious anemia. Mr. Stuck was born Feb. 24, 1862, at Seneca Falls ,New York, and was the second son of Mr. and Mrs. Moses Stuck. When but a small boy he came with his parents to Lyons, Ohio, where he spent his boyhood. He was married July 4, 1885, to

Miss Marinda J. Matkins. Two children were born to them, Welcome, who died May 3, 1906, and Goldie, who lives in New Jersey.

 

In 1895 he came to Gladwin with his brother William and located on a farm near Round Lake where he and his family lived until 1912, when he sold this farm and moved to Pocomoke

City, Maryland. Here he entered the grocery business as a commission manager, working on the eastern shores until the death of his wife.

 

Mr. Stuck took an active interest in civil affairs and held many offices of trust. Three years ago he was converted and joined the Methodist Episcopal church and has since lived the right life. He has passed on to wait only a little while in that beautiful city of gold for the loved ones left here and where they will all be reunited.

 

In 1925 he married Mrs. Catherine E. Craig of Chatham, Ont., sister of Mrs. Amanda J. Atchinson and the late George E. Wood, who died Sept. 4, 1929. Mrs. Stuck has been doubly

bereaved in the last three months. He is survived by his wife, daughter, five sisters and three brothers, Mrs. Margaret Cain, Mrs. Ella Hilliard, Mrs. Dora Darrell and Mrs. Hattie Reis of Weston, Mich., and Mrs. Cora Bundy of Santa Monica, Calif., Henry Stuck and Estle Stuck of Detroit and William C. Stuck of Gladwin.

 

Funeral services were held from the Rogers & Neely undertaking parlors and the Methodist

church last Saturday afternoon. A quartet composed of John Capling, Mrs. Carrie Capling, Mrs. Eva Bender and W. F. Bollert sang for the services. Rev. Whitney officiated. The body was laid to rest in the Ridge cemetery.

 

A precious one from us has gone.

A voice we loved is stilled.

A place is vacant in the home

Which never can be filled.

Gladwin County Record dated 12-26/1929 Column – 4 Page – 4.


JOSEPHINE (LUDWIG) STUCK (28 MARCH 1877 – 25 FEB 1963)

 

Services for Mrs. Stuck Thursday

 

Mrs. Josephine Stuck, 85, died Monday at her home at 225 S. Antler St., Gladwin. Born on March 28, 1877, in Nuremburg, Germany, the former Josephine Ludwig was married to August Bittner in 1901 in Philadelphia. He preceded her in death in 1928. She moved to Gladwin County from Cleveland, Ohio, in 1932 and was married to William Stuck in Gladwin in 1947.

 

Survivors include her husband, William; two sons, Rudy Bittner of Houston, Texas, and AndrewBittner of Baton Rouge, La.; two daughters, Mrs. Agnes Wainright of Cleveland and Mrs. Wilhelmina Hanson of Wickliffe, Ohio; two grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

 

Funeral services will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Rev. Fr. George Artman officiating. Burial is in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 2-27/1963 Column – 5 Page – 1.


KEITH PAUL STUCK (19 DEC 1937 – 6 FEB 1950) Son

 

Son of Former Resident Dies

 

Burial services for Keith P. Stuck. 12-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Stuck, will be

held in the Ridge cemetery on Thursday. Keith passed away at the St. Mary's Hospital in Saginaw on Monday. He was born in Zilwaukee on December 19, 1937, and is survived by his parents: four brothers, David, Glen, Norman and Herbert, all at home; two sisters. Mrs. Lois Lapan of Saginaw and Nellie at home; also his grandfather. William C. Stuck, of Gladwin.

 

Funeral services will be held at9:30 Thursday morning at the family home and at 10 at St.

Mathew's church in Zilwaukee. The Rev. Fr. Augene Forbes will officiate. A Rosary will be read at 8 o'clock Wednesday evening at the home. Gladwin County Record dated 2-8/1950 Column – 6 Page – 1.


LESTER W. STUCK (1904 - 1956) s/w Marian E.
MARIAN E. STUCK (1907 - 1957) s/w Lester W.
MARINDA L. (MATKINS) STUCK (23 FEB 1865 – APR 1922)

 

MRS. GEORGE W. STUCK

 

Marinda L. Matkins was born at Seneca Falls, Seneca county, New York, Feb. 23, 1865, where she resided until the year 1884, after which she came to Morenci, Mich. She was married July 4, 1885, to Geo. W. Stuck of Lyons, Ohio. To this union two children, one son,

Welcome, and one daughter, Goldie, now Mrs. Tracey Mutter, came to gladden the home, the son having passed to his reward May 2, 1906, at Ann Arbor. Mrs. Stuck with her husband took up their residence in the south, later locating in Philadelphia, Pa., where she resided until her death; her illness continuing over a period of 10 weeks causedby cancer of the stomach.

 

She leaves to mourn their loss a loving husband, a daughter, Mrs. Tracy Nutter, besides many other relatives and friends. Her age at death was 57 years, one month, 13

days.

 

Funeral services were held at the M. E. church Monday, April 10, at 10 o'clock a. m., Rev. E. T. Smith officiating. Interment at Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 4-13/1922 Column – 2 Page – 4.


NEVA E. (WESTOVER) STUCK (1908 - 1987) s/w Donald L.
WELCOME STUCK (1886 - 1905) Son of G & M Stuck
WILLIAM CHARLES STUCK (17 MAR 1878 – 17 FEB 1966)

 

ROSE T. (SCHRANZ) (NETTLETON) STUTZMAN (18 SEPT 1900 – 30 OCT 1991)

 

From the Gladwin County Record --- November 6, 1991

Rose T. (Nettleton) Stutzman, 91, of 439 W. Youngs Rd., Gladwin, died Wednesday, Oct. 30, 1991, in the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Gladwin, after an illness of several weeks. Born in Stuben, Austria, Sept. 18, 1900, she had spent most of her life in Gladwin County. Mrs. Stutzman was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church. The former Rose Schranz, she was married to William Nettleton on Nov. 2, 1919. He died in 1967. She then married Fred Stutzman, Nov. 9, 1974.
Besides her husband, she is survived by one son, Charles Nettleton of Gladwin; 2 daughters, Josephine Robert and Freda Looker of Gladwin; 4 step-children, Mrs. Norman (Nettie) Hoxie of Denver, Colo., Fred Stutzman of East Jordan, Charles Stutzman of Gladwin and John Stutzman of Burke, Va.; 2 sisters, Josephine Behnke and Bertha Lennon of Gladwin; 2 brothers, Walter of Gladwin and Albert of Gaylord; 15 grandchildren and 35 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son William Nettleton and a sister, Elizabeth Wright.  Services were held Friday at 1 p.m. from Our Savior Lutheran Church. The Rev. Donald Dengler officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home.

ROBERT L. SULLIVAN (23 JULY 1926 - 20 AUG 1986)

 

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ANDREW GEORGE SUTHERLAND (29 AUG 1874 – 14 NOV 1925)

 

ANDREW GEORGE SUTHERLAND

 

Andrew George Sutherland died suddenly at his home in Gladwin township Saturday afternoon, Nov. 14. He had been in poor health some time, his affliction, gradually growing worse. He had been able to be around the house and farm asusual and had come in from outdoors tired out when he was taken suddenly worse and died in a few minutes.

 

He was born in Ottawa, Canada, Aug. 29, 1874, and was aged 51 years, two months and 16 days. In his boyhood days he came to Michigan with his parents and has since made his home at Saginaw, at Gladwin and in Indiana. He was married to Miss Ruby White March 23,

1910. To this union were born, five children, Corl, Glenn, Leroy, Winnie and Hugh.

 

He was engaged in farming and was greatly interested in the industry. He joined the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and was baptized Aug. 19, 1917, and continued a firm believer in the faith until his death.

 

He is survived by his wife and five children, three brothers, Thomas Sutherland of Saginaw, Dan Sutherland of Ontario, William Sutherland of Saskatchewan, and many other relatives.

 

Funeral services were held at the Latter Day Saints church, Section Eight, Tuesday afternoon, conducted by Elder Pendleton. Burial in Ridge cemetery. Relatives from out of town who came to attend the funeral were Mrs. Arthur Buchanan, Mrs. Maude McMillan, Thomas Sutherland, George Thompson, and Mr. and Mrs. Harold Ziegler of Saginaw, Everett

White and Miss Viola White of Detroit. Gladwin County Record dated 11-19/1925 Column – 5 Page – 4.


GLENN A. SUTHERLAND (7 OCT 1912 – 3 AUG 1946)

 

Illness Fatal to Glenn Sutherland

 

Glenn A. Sutherland, 34, died at his home on Saturday, August 3, after an illness of more than a year.

 

Funeral services were held on Monday afternoon, at 2 o'clock, at the Latter Day Saints church, of Gladwin. Burial was in the Ridge cemetery. Elder Byron Doty officiated.

 

Mr. Sutherland was born in Gladwin township on October 7, 1912, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Sutherland. He made his home in Gladwin county all of his life. He was employed as a junior accountant, and was a member of the Latter Day Saints church.

 

Surviving are his mother, Mrs. Ruby Wirtz; two sisters, Mrs. Clarence Lennon, of Gladwin and

Miss Winnie Sutherland, of Detroit; and two brothers, LeRoy and Hugh Sutherland, both of Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 8-7/1946 Column – 6 Page – 1.

 


LEROY JOSEPH SUTHERLAND (26 JULY 1919 - 8 SEP 1977)

 

GLADWIN PILOT AMONG FIVE KILLED IN JET CRASH IN NORTH CAROLINA

 

   Leroy Sutherland, well known Gladwin pilot and resident, was one of five persons killed instantly Thursday night when the business jet they were riding in exploded in mid-air and crashed in Sanford, N.C. Killed with Sutherland, 58, an executive and company pilot for Champion Home Builders Co. of Dryden, were Henry George, 50, chairmand of the board of Champion, his wife, Effie, 51, Philip Nester Jr., 47, a recently hired assistant to George, of Elkhart, Ind., and Jimmy Taylor, 35, a company pilot, from Flint.

   The company owned 8-passenger Lear jet left the Sanford airport about 8 p.m. and was banking out of the takeoff pattern when an explosion blew the right wing off the plane, according to reports from the area. The plane came around and nose dived into a soybean field about two miles northwest of the airport. The nosecone of the sleck aircraft was pushed into the ground about 6 feet, according to reports. A Highway Patrol Sgt., Harry Jarman, said he watched the plane circle over his home, explode in midair and then explode again on impact.

   "Pieces were all over the sky," said Mrs. Ray Hodges, who grabbed her children and ran outside when she heard the jet screaming toward her home. "It was just raining down fire," she added. A spokesman for Champion Home Builders said the group left Flint aboard the plane Wednesday to visit two plants in Lillington, N.C., near Sanford. The jet left Sanford, located in sparsely populated Lee County in central North Carolina between 8 and 8:30 p.m. Thursday for the return flight to Flint's Bishop Airport.

   Sutherland's wife, Charlotte, was notified shortly after 11 p.m. Thursday of the accident. Friday a five man investigative team from the National Transportation Safety Board began to sift through the scattered wreckage. It is estimated by the Federal Aviation Administration in Raleigh that the investigation will take a week or two to complete.

   George, with a partner, founded Champion Home Builders in 1953 as a mobile home construction firm. The company now has 50 plants in 18 states and employs nearly 5,000 people. Sutherland had been a pilot with the firm for 12 years and also became an executive with the company a few years ago. It was not uncommon for him to be arriving or leavind Gladwin at odd hours to fly company personnel to various parts of the country.

   He began his flying career with the U.S. Army Air Force during World War II. Following his discharge he opened Sutherland Flying Service at the Gladwin airport which he operated until about 1950. He then became the pilot for Robinson Industries and also learned how to fly the company's helicopter. His association with the Champion company began in 1965 and when the company purchased a business jet he became qualified to fly it.

   Sutherland, a lifetime resident of Gladwin, developed and owned Sutherland Trailer Park in Wooden Shoe Village until selling it a few years ago. It is now called Mark Hinter Mobile Home Court. He was in the process of developing another trailer court and marina further north on the east side of Secord Lake. The obituary appears on page 2. Gladwin County Record dated 09-14/1977 Column - 1 Page - 1

 

LEROY SUTHERLAND

 

   Leroy Joseph Sutherland, 58, well known Gladwin pilot and resident was killed Thursday, Sept. 8, in a pland crash in Sanford, N.C. Born in Gladwin on July 26, 1919, he had spent his lifetime here. Mr. Sutherland was an executive and chief pilot for Champion Home Builders in Dryden. After serving as a pilot in the U.S. Army during World War II, he operated Sutherland Flying Service in Gladwin from 1945 to about 1950 when he became the pilot for Robinson Industries. Mr. Sutherland had been with the Champion company for 12 years. He also developed and owned Sutherland Trailer Park in the Wooden Shoe Village and was a member of the Gladwin Fraternal Order of Eagles 3292.

   Mr. Sutherland and the former Charlotte (Smith) Seltz were married on November 3, 1973, in Gladwin. Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 daughters, Mrs. Vince (Jane) Schultz and Julie Sutherland, both of Freeland, 2 step-children, Mrs. Al (Lois) Arends and Keith Seltz, both of Gladwin; one brother, Hugh of California; and 2 sisters, Mrs. Clarence (Coral) Lennon of Gladwin and Mrs. Harold (Winnie) Gross of New York.

   Services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Father T. Edward Bennett will officiate. Memorial contributions may be given to the building fund of St. Pauls Episcopal Church, Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 09-14/1977 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

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WILLIAM SUTHERLAND (12 NOV 1822 - 13 FEB 1901) Aged 78 years, 3 months & 1 day

 

Wm. Sutherland, an old resident of Gladwin township, died Wednesday night. Gladwin County Record dated 2-15/1901 Column - 3 Page - 5.


MARGARET H. (GREER) SWIFT (14 NOV 1916 – 25 FEB 1997)

 

MARGARET H. SWIFT

 

Margaret H. Swift, 80, of Charleston, S. C, died Tuesday, Feb. 25, 1997 at Roper Nursing Center in Charleston, S.C. after a long illness. Born Nov. 14, 1916 in Gladwin, she lived in Charleston five years, and previously lived in Clearwater, Fla. and Lansing. The former Margaret Greer married Raymond Swift in 1940 in Ann Arbor. He preceded her in death in 1975.

 

Margaret had been employed in Lansing by the Michigan Public Schools as a teacher/librarian, retiring in 1978 after 25 years. She was a member of St. Andrews Presbyterian Church in Charleston.

 

Surviving are one daughter, Virginia Maher of Charleston, S. C; two sons, Fred Swift of

Seattle, Wash., and Steve and wife Irene of Houston, Tx.; two sisters, Florence Rebone and

Mary Pero, both of Gladwin; one brother, Fred Swift of Hendersonville, N.C.; five grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by two brothers.

 

Services were held at 11 a.m. Friday at Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel, with the Rev.

Donald Roberts officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Those planning an

expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the donor's favorite charity. Gladwin County Record dated 3-5/1997 Column – 4 Page – 2.

 
RAYMOND F. SWIFT (15 JULY 1915 – 1 MAY 1975)

 

RAYMOND SWIFT

 

Graveside services were held at Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin, May 5 for Raymond F. Swift, 59, of Eaton Rapids, who died May 1. He was employed by the Ingham County Health Department for 33 years. Surviving are his wife, Margaret; 1 daughter, 2 sons a sister, 2 brothers, and 3 grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 5-28/1975 Column – 5 Page – 2.

 
F. LUCILLE (BELLINGER) SWINEHART (1909 - ?) s/w Richard W.


RICHARD WOODS SWINEHART (12 NOV 1910 - 23 JAN 1999) s/w F. Lucille

 

Richard Woods Swinehart, 88, of Higgins Lake, died Saturday, Jan. 23, 1999. Born Nov. 12, 1910 in Gladwin County, he was the son of the late Fred B. and Z. Kathryn (Woods) Swinehart.

He completed a bachelor degree in chemical engineering in 1931 at Michigan College of Mining and Technology, and in 1948, received a professional degree in chemical engineering from Michigan Technological University. In 1996, he was recognized by that institution as one of the 10 charter members of the Michigan Technological University Outstanding Chemistry Alumni Academy. He was a member of Tau Beta Pi.

Richard's professional career began in 1929 at The Dow Chemical Company as a summer student. He remained with Dow until his retirement in 1968. During his career, he specialized in methylcellulose and carboxymethylcellulose products, and held various positions, including division superintendent, section manager, research director, and cellulose industry coordinator. He holds eight patents. Richard married Lucille Bellinger, March 24, 1932 in Alma.

Following his retirement, he attended Stout State University and later taught physical metallurgy at Western Michigan University. He was District 10 manager for the 1970 census. Since 1970, he and his wife have made their home at Higgins Lake. While living in Midland, Richard was a member of the First United Methodist Church. He was active in Boy Scouts, receiving the Order of the Arrow Honorary for his years of scouting service, and also was Junior Achievement director. He was a skilled furniture builder and refinisher, an outdoorsman and enjoyed general woodworking, stone masonary, and sports.

   Besides his wife he is survived by one daughter, Mary Louise and husband Robert Warne of Midland; two sons, Fred and wife Carole, and Jim and wife Jenelle; grandchildren, Susan and husband Bruce Dunek, Sarah and husband Jeff Yoest, Tom Warne, Karen, Anneke, and Karl Swinehart, James, David and wife Kathy, and Julie Swinehart; three great-grandchildren, Dan and Mary Lee Yoest, and Phillip Dunek; four stepgreat-grandchildren, Terri and husband Gerald Welch and family, and Laura and husband Shawn Guse and family, Tracie Dunek and Jessica Dunek. He was preceded in death by one brother, Ralph.

   A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6 at the First United Methodist Church in Gladwin with the Rev. Dr. Deane Wyllys officiating. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider the Higgins Lake Foundation, P.O. Box 40, Higgins Lake 48627, or the donor's favorite charity. Smith-Miner Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 01-27/1999 Column - 3 Page – 2


DOROTHY A. (ROBERTS) SWIRLES (14 AUG 1925 – 20 APR 1987) s/w Eugene E.

 

DOROTHY SWIRLES

 

Dorothy A. Swirles, 61, of 4411 Ash Rd., Gladwin, died Monday, April 20, in the Midland Hospital Center after an illness of a year. Born in Alliance, Ohio, Aug. 14, 1925, she came to Gladwin County in 1970 from Detroit. Mrs. Swirles was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the Gladwin Area Hospital Auxiliary and participated in the Vigor program

through Social Services.

 

The former Dorothy Roberts, she was married to Eugene Swirles Sept. 5, 1942, in Detroit.

Besides her husband, she is survived by 3 sons, Keith of Gladwin, Pat of Harrison and Tom of Kinross; one daughter, Mrs. Walter (Deidree) Krompetz of Gladwin; one sister, Bettie Hill of

Gladwin; 2 brothers, Richard of Southgate and Bill of Florida; 9 grandchildren and one great grandchild.

 

Services will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. Deacon Stanley Belanger will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Gladwin Hospice. Gladwin County Record dated 4-22/1987 Column – 4 Page – 2.

 

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LEURA (ELTHORP) TALBOT (28 AUG 1851 - 13 FEB 1922)

 

MRS. BOWER TALBOT

 

The body of Mrs. Bower Talbot, who died suddenly Monday in New  Orleans, La., is expected here tonight, and will be taken to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Roscoe Bellinger in Gladwin township where services will be held Friday. Mrs. Talbot is a sister of Mrs. Alice Bellinger,

and a wife of Dr. Bower Talbot, a U. S. veterinary surgeon.

 

Mrs. Alice Bellinger, who has been, spending the winter with her daughter, Mrs. Gilbert Koontz in Bay City, returned Tuesday, and Mrs. Mary Fardette, another sister, of

Old Forge, N. Y., arrived Wednesday to attend the funeral. Gladwin County Record dated 2-16/1922 Column – 4 Page – 5.


KEVIN EDWARD TANKS (3 JAN 1962 – 6 MARCH 1962)

 

ANNA GATZ (23 AUG 1855 – 20 JUNE 1942)

 

MRS. ANNA GATZ OF SAGE TOWNSHIP DIES

 

Mrs. Andrew Gatz died at her home in Sage township Saturday, June 20th. Anna Gatz was born August 23, 1855 in Russia-Poland and married Andrew Gatz December 27, 1880 in Poland. To them 14 children were born, 11 of whom preceded her in death. They came to America in 1885 and settled in America in 1885 and settled in Detroit where they resided until 1903 when they came to Gladwin and settled on a farm in Sage township.

 

Surviving are two sons, Gustave of Brightmore, Henry at home and a daughter, Mrs. Lizzie Tappan of Gladwin, 13 grandchildren and one sister in Russia-Poland.

 

Services were held Tuesday afternoon at the Round Lake Baptist church with Rev. Michelson of Round Lake and Rev. Carl Kroener of Highwood Free Methodist church officiating. Burial was in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 6-24/1942 Column – 3 Page -1.


ELIZABETH (GATZ) TAPPEN (11 SEP 1888 - 20 DEC 1971)

 

Mrs. Elizabeth Tappen, 83, of Gladwin, died Monday, December 20, at Maccabee Gardens Extended Care Center, Saginaw, where she had been a patient the past two years. The former Miss Elizabeth Gatz was born Sept. 11, 1888 in Detroit and had been a resident of Gladwin for 60 years. She married Wilfred Card who died and she was married to Hiram Tappen December 1, 1925, at Gladwin and he also preceded her in death June 30, 1962.

Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. Ann Coston of Midland, Mrs. Orta Allen of Clare, and Mrs. Ellen Johnson of Midland; two sons, William Card of Taylor, and Alvin of Gladwin; a brother, Henry Gatz of Gladwin; 15 grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Services will be held Thursday, at 2:00 p.m., at the Hall Funeral Home, with the Rev. Henry Hall officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 12-22/1971 Column - 2 Page - 3


ELLA JANE TAYLOR (1875 – 10 MAR 1920) Wife of William L. Taylor

 

END OWN LIFE

 

Mrs. Wm. L. Taylor of Near Oberlin Fires Gun, Charge Taking

Effect in Her Head, While Alone.

 

Mrs. William L. Taylor, living in Sage township, shot herself in the head with a 22 caliber rifle about 7 o'clock Tuesday morning, while Mr. Taylor was out doing chores. Mrs. Taylor, whom he left in bed got up, locked the door and obtained the rifle with which she shot herself. Coroner M. H. Wright was called and decided an inquest was unnecessary. Mrs. Taylor had been in poor health for sometime. The Taylor farm home is one of the best in the county, well improved, with stone house, large barn, etc., just northwest of the "Green schoolhouse." Gladwin County Record dated 3-11/1920 Column – 7 Page – 1.


FREDERICK CHARLES TAYLOR (30 MARCH 1926 - 28 NOV 1980)

 

Frederick C. Taylor, 54, of 4761 Sylvan Dr., Gladwin, died Friday, Nov. 28, in the Gladwin Area Hospital. Born in Detroit on March 30, 1926, he moved to Flint as a child and to Gladwin County in 1975. After graduating from Flint Central High School he attended General Motors Institute. He retired May 31, 1969, as supervisor in Machine Repair at Chevrolet Motor Division of General Motors. He served in the U.S. Navy in World War II and was vice president of the Frontier Shrine Club; a member of Bay City Consistory, Gladwin Masonic Lodge 397 F & A.M. and the Gladwin Aerie 392 F.O.E. Mr. Taylor and the former Alma Gauthier were married March 27, 1948, in Ohio.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Daniel of Colorado; 3 daughters, Colleen Campbell of Gladwin, Mrs. Craig (Kathleen) Cummings of Lapeer and Tammy, at home; one brother, George Taylor of Lake Worth; Fla.; and 5 grandchildren.

   Rites were held Tuesday at 11 a.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Father Robert Henley officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-03/1980 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

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WILLIAM LAWRENCE TAYLOR (11 NOV 1870 – 25 JAN 1939)

 

Former Gladwin Resident Dies in Roscommon

 

William Lawrence Taylor died at his home in Roscommon, Wednesday, January 25. Mr. Taylor was born in Logan County, Ohio, November 11, 1870. He was married to Ella Taylor in 1894. They moved to Gladwin county in the spring of 1914 and settled on a farm in Sage township. Mrs. Taylor died in 1920. In February 1926 he was married to Mrs. Delia Rupert and in 1927 they moved to Nester township in Roscommon county.

 

Surviving him besides his wife are one brother, Dan Taylor of Lakevew, Ohio, one sister, Mrs. Margaret Cooper of Plain City, Ohio, one step-son, Ray Taylor of Newark, Ohio, one stepson John Wilson of Detroit, three stepdaughters, Mrs. Alvin Curtis of Gladwin, Mrs. Wilbur Lockard of

Van Wert, Ohio, and Mrs. John Clark of Roscommon, Michigan, twenty-five grandchildren, two

great grandchildren and other relatives and friends.

 

Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Karl H. Keefer Saturday afternoon at the Rogers Funeral Home. Interment was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 2-1/1939 Column – 7 Page – 5.

 

GEORGE TERRY (8 FEB 1835 - 1 SEP 1921)

 

George Terry died, Sept. 1, 1921 at the home of his sister, Mrs. Morris Shuart, in Gladwin township. He was born Feb. 8, 1835 in England, and was aged 86 years, seven months and 23 days. When he was three months old his parents came to New York state and later moved to Michigan. In 1857 he was married to Sarah Stephenson. Two children were born to this union, one of whom survives him. He has resided in Wayne and Clare counties, and for many years in Gladwin county where he has made his home with his sister, Mrs. Morris Shuart. In 1919 he went to Houston, Texas, with his son, Robert Terry, and returned Aug. 16, just 16 days before he died.

   He was the oldest of a family of 14 children of whom three brothers and one sister, and his son, Robert Terry of Houston, Texas, survive him, besides a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were conducted Sunday morning by Elder Geo. W. Bailey at the L.D.S. church Gladwin township, with interment in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-08/1921 Column - 4 Page - 5

 

KATHY D. THARP (23 DEC 1956 - 8 FEB 1990) Beloved Daughter
ELMER THIEL (3 OCT 1919 - 7 OCT 1919) Baby
MELINDA (WIDEMAN) THIEL (9 SEP 1879 – 4 AUG 1952) s/w William H.

 

Illness Fatal to Mrs. Thiel

 

Mrs. Melinda Thiel, 72, passed away at her home in Gladwin on Monday, August 4, following several months illness. Funeral, services will be held on Thursday afternoon, at 2 o'clock,

from the Gladwin Free Methodist church. The Rev. F. E. Voller, pastor of the church, will officiate, and burial will be in Ridge cemetery.

 

Melinda Wideman was born in Canada on September 9, 1879. She came to Huron county at the age of three and resided there until the time of her marriage to William H. Thiel, on September 30, 1908. Soon after they moved to Gladwin, having lived here for the past 44 years. Mr. Thiel passed away on June 14, 1947.

 

Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Laura Wagar and Mrs. Valda Foor, both of Gladwin; three

brothers, Isaiah Wideman, of Gladwin and Elden and William Wideman, both of Pontiac; one

sister, Mrs. Lena Fritz, of Owendale. Friends may call at the residence, 140 Deer St., until noon on Thursday and at the church from 1 o'clock until time of services. Gladwin County Record dated 8-6/1952 Column – 2 Page – 1.


WILLIAM H. THIEL (29 MARCH 1874 – 14 JUNE 1947) s/w Melinda

 

Services for William Thiel Yesterday

 

William H. Thiel, 73 died at his residence in Gladwin city on Saturday, June 14. Funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon at the Riley Evangelical church, with the Rev. Marvin Jewell, of Reed City, officiating. Burial was in the Ridge cemetery.

 

Mr. Thiel was born in Ontario, Canada, on March 29, 1874, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Thiel. On September 30, 1908 he was married to Miss Melinda, Wideman, in Huron county. They have been residents in Gladwin county for the past 43 years. Mr. Thiel was a member of the Riley Evangelical church.

 

Surviving are his wife, Melinda; two daughters, Mrs. John Wagar and Miss Valda Thiel, both

of Gladwin; two brothers, Henry of Grand Blanc, and Aaron of Canada; two sisters, Mrs. Emma Wright and Mrs. Mary Pollard, both of Canada; one grandson. Gladwin County Record dated 6-18/1947 Column – 3 Page – 1.


BERTHA JANE (BABCOCK) THOMPSON (20 APR 1898 – MAR 1932)

 

From the Gladwin County Record --- March 24, 1924

MRS. JOSEPH THOMPSON

Mrs. Joseph Thompson died of pneumonia at her home at Wagarville March 15, after an illness of five days.  Bertha Jane Babcock, was born April 20, 1898, in Gladwin county, where she has lived all her life. She was married Oct. 10, 1920, to Joseph Thompson. Three
children were born to them, Bertha Marie, Lorraine May and Elaine Frances.
Her husband, three daughters, her parents, two brothers, Sidney and James Babcock, of Gladwin, and one sister, Mrs. Ottis Shamel, of Flint survive her with many other relatives. Services were held at the Methodist church at Wagarville Thursday, March 17, at 2 p.m., conducted by the Rev. D. A. Hoenshell, pastor of the Gladwin Free Methodist church. Burial at Ridge cemetery.  She was a loving wife and mother, and a patient sufferer for many years. Ernest Vannatter, August Behnke, John, Charles and Dale Reigle and Lyman Smith were pall bearers.


CLAYTON W. THOMPSON (18 JUNE 1903 – 5 FEB 1985) s/w Fern M.

 

CLAYTON THOMPSON

 

Clayton W. Thompson, 81, 4369 Hillside, Gladwin, died Tuesday, Feb. 5, in McLaren General

Hospital, Flint, after a brief illness. Born in Bad Axe June 18, 1903, he came to Gladwin County in 1950. He worked for Fisher Body and later drove school buses in Gladwin. He was married to the former Fern Tracy Dec. 1, 1947, in Napoleon, Ohio. She preceded him in death May 15, 1977. Surviving are a niece and a nephew; and 3 step-grandchildren.

 

Services will be held Friday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Burton Kincaid will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. today, Wednesday. Gladwin County Record dated 2-6/1985 Column – 3 Page – 2.


FERN MARIE (TRACY) THOMPSON (8 AUG 1902 – 15 MAY 1977) s/w Clayton W.

 

Fern Thompson

 

Mrs. Fern M. Thompson, 74, died Sunday, May 15, at Midland Hospital Center. She was born August 8, 1902, in Defiance County, Ohio, the daughter of John and. Susan Berger Tracy, and came to Flint in 1927 and to Gladwin County in 1950. She and Clayton Thompson were married December 1, 1947, in Napoleon, Ohio.

 

Surviving are her husband, Clayton; a son, Robert Setzer of Flint; a brother, Howard

Tracy of Continental, Ohio; 3 sisters, Mrs. Hazel Hendershot of Flint, Mrs. Lauretta Thorpe

of Davison, and Mrs. Mary Omich of Defiance; 8 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.

Two sons, James and Richard Setzer preceded her in death.

 

Services were held today (Wednesday) at 1:30 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Donald Bates officiated and burial was in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 5-18/1977 Column – 5 Page – 2.


FLORENCE A. THOMPSON (31 MARCH 1884 - 21 OCT 1922)

 

MRS. L. C. THOMPSON

 

Florence A. Thompson, of Buckeye township, died Saturday, October 21, of cerebral hemorrhage, aged 38 years, six months and 21 days. Mrs. Thompson had been in poor

health for several years. She is survived by her husband, and son. She was a member of the Latter Day Saints church. Funeral services were conducted by Elder George Bailey of Beaverton at the Church of God on Maple street. Burial took place at the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-26/1922 Column – 3 Page – 5.

 
FRED L. THOMPSON (16 NOV 1914 - 3 NOV 1991)

 

FRED THOMPSON

 

Fred L. Thompson, 76, of 331 Buckeye St, Gladwin, died Sunday, Nov. 3, 1991, at his home after a few months illness. Born in West Frankfort, Ill., Nov. 16. 1914. he moved to Gladwin

County in 1972 from Detroit Mr. Thompson was a retired laborer for General Motors and a

veteran of World War II. He was a member of the American Legion Post 171 Gladwin and Gladwin County VFW Post 7303. Mr. Thompson and the former Gaila Stockhill were married Nov. 12. 1949, in Angola, Ill.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Richard of MadisonHeights; 3 brothers, Lawrence of Detroit, Ernest of Utica and Thomas of Mesa, Ariz.; 2 sisters, Esther

Herrington of Westland and Ruth Pearson of Herren, HI.; and 2 grandchildren.

 

Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Robert Brown officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. A memorial service was held Monday evening by the American Legion Post 171. A committal service was held by VFW Post 7303. Gladwin County Record dated 11-6/1991 Column – 4 Page – 2.


GEORGE A. THOMPSON (27 AUG 1851 – 13 SEP 1937)

 

Geo. A. Thompson Dies Monday in Saginaw

 

George A. Thompson, a former resident of Gladwin township, died Monday, September 13 at his home at 617 Bristol street, Saginaw. Services will be held at the home Wednesday evening, September 15, at 8 o'clock, conducted by Rev. F. B. Davis and Rev. Donald T. Grey. The body will then be brought to Gladwin where services will be held at the Rogers Funeral Home Thursday afternoon at one o'clock. Burial will be on the family lot at the Ridge cemetery.

 

Mr. Thompson was born in Ottawa Canada, August 27, 1851. He came to Gladwin in the pioneer days and located on a farm in Gladwin township. Here he lived many years and at different periods served his township as supervisor and clerk. He was a member of the Ancient Order of Gleaners and a charter member of High Ridge Arbor at Wagarville.

 

The past 30 years he has been a resident of Saginaw and an employee of the Pere Marquette railroad 20 years of that time. He is survived by Mrs. Beatrice Buchanan, of Saginaw, an only daughter. He was the last of a family eight. Gladwin County Record dated 9-15/1937 Column – 7 Page – 1.

 

MARY JANE (WEIR) THOMPSON (28 JULY 1847 – 10 JULY 1920) Wife of George Thompson

 

MRS. GEORGE THOMPSON

 

Mary Jane Thompson died at her home at 812 Carlisle street, in Saginaw, Saturday night, July 10, at 11:30, of a complication of diseases, after an illness of several weeks. She was born in Glasgow, Scotland, July 28, 1847, and had been a resident of Saginaw 12 years, having moved there from Gladwin county. She is survived by her husband, George Thompson, two daughters, Mrs. A. E. Buchanan, and Miss Lucile Thompson, both of Saginaw, one brother, John Weir of Gladwin, and a sister, Mrs. William Harty of Allegan.

 

Services were held at the home Monday afternoon at 4:30 o'clock and the body was brought to Gladwin Tuesday and taken to the home of her brother, John Weir. Services were held at the Wagarville church Wednesday morning, at 10 o'clock, conducted by Rev. A. J. Headley with burial in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 7-22/1920 Column – 5 Page – 4.


NORMA A. (WAGAR) THORINGTON (1908 - 2002) s/w Roy E.
ROY E. THORINGTON (24 JULY 1908 - 9 FEB 1996) s/w Norma A.


SARAH (KRANICH) THORNAU (25 JAN 1908 - 2 MARCH 2005) s/w William

 

Sarah Thornau, age 97, of Gladwin died Wednesday, March 2 in the Whitehills Care Center in East Lansing. She was born Jan. 25, 1908 in Gladwin to Ferdinand and Emielia (Eichblatt) Kranich. She worked in Detroit for several years and lived here for a few years after her marriage to William Thornau in Dec. 1943. They moved to the family homestead in 1946. William predeceased her in 1984. Sarah stayed in Gladwin until 1998 when she moved to the health care center in East Lansing. Sarah accepted the Lord at a young age and was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church of Gladwin. She attended the Chicago Evangelistic Institute for two years during the late 1930s.

Surviving are several nieces and nephews. Her parents, six brothers & three sisters also predecease her. Services were held 1:30 p.m. Saturday, March 5 at the Sisson Funeral Home. Rev. Joseph Dorais officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Emmanuel Baptist Church.

WILLIAM B. THORNAU (29 JAN 1903 – 21 MAY 1984) s/w Sarah

 

William Thornau  (Midland Daily News, May 21, 1984)

 

William Thornau 71, of Gladwin died this morning, May 21, 1984, in Gladwin Area Hospital following a long illness.

 

He was born Jan 29, 1903, in Guangfeldt, Germany.  He grew up in Pinconning and moved to Detroit in 1923. He married Sarah Kranich, Dec. 18, 1943, in Detroit, and moved to Gladwin in May 1955.

 

He leaves his wife, Sarah; sister, Elizabeth Williams of Saginaw; and several nieces and nephews.

 

Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday in Round Lake Baptist Church with the Rev. Robert Brown officiating.  Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery.  Friends may call at the Mathews Funeral Home after 7p.m. today.

 

LYDIA (GRAVES) THURLOW (20 JUNE 1847 - 29 MAY 1912)

 

THURLOW.

 

Mrs. William Thurlow, an old resident, passed away yesterday. Further mention next issue. {6-13/1912 issue}. Gladwin County Record dated 5-30/1912. Column – 4 Page – 4.

 

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Sons, Berchard                                     Mrs. Thurlow

Daughter, Mrs. John Demary

 

Lvdia Graves, wife of William Thurlow, who died May 29, 1912, in her sixty-fifth year, at their home in the city of Gladwin, was one of the eldest residents of Gladwin county. She

was a daughter of Matthias and Rosilia Graves, and was born June 20, 1847.

 

She was marred to Nelson Harris April 11, 1867, who died Jan. 17, 1879.  For a number of years they lived on the family homestead, now occupied by their son Berchard N., in Sage township. To the union were born two children, both living, a son, Berchard Nelson, and a daughter., Myrtle A., now the wife of John Demaray of Sage township. July 3, 1881, she was married to William Thurlow who survives her.

 

Besides husband and children mentioned she leaves three brothers and three sisters, William P. Graves of Byron, Eli and Nelson Graves of Hale, Rev. Samuel Graves of Mt. Morris.

Mrs. Lovica Lamb of Linden. Mrs. Deal of Elsle, Mrs. Mary Locke of Whittier, Calif.

 

Mrs. Thurlow was converted and joined the Ridge M. E, church some years ago, and lived a consistent Christian life. Funeral services were held May 26 at the Gladwin M. E. church,

conducted by Rev. J. M. Jensen. Interment in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 6-13/1912 Column – 1 Page – 4.


WILLIAM THURLOW (16 JUNE 1847 - 29 NOV 1918)

 

   WILLIAM THURLOW---William Thurlow died suddenly at his home Friday morning, Nov. 29, 1918, aged 71 years, five months and 16 days. He was born June 16, 1847, at Stockwood, Ontario. Mr. Thurlow came to Michigan at an early age and settled near Ithaca. About 40 years ago he came to Gladwin, and has since made his home here. He was married July 3, 1881, to Lydia Harris, who died May 29, 1912. He was afterwards married to Mrs. Charlotte Smith, who survives with her two daughters, Jennie Smith and Mrs. Zelda Simrau. He also leaves a stepdaughter, Mrs. John Demaray, and a stepson, Bert Harris of Gladwin township, three brothers, James Thurlow of Chinook, Mont., Robert Thurlow of Marshall, North Dakota, and George Thurlow of Leslie, Mich., and two sisters, Mrs. Irving Johnson of Leslie and Mrs. Libbie Ferris.

   Services were held at the home Monday morning at 10 o'clock, conducted by Rev. J. H. Cornelius. Burial in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-05/1918 Column - 1 Page - 1


ELFLEDA "BOBBIE" (LEININGER) THURSTON (26 FEB 1898 - 2 NOV 1989)

 

Elfleda (Bobbie) Thurston, 91, of Gladwin, died Thursday, Nov. 2, 1989, in the Gladwin Area Hospital after a long illness. The former Elfleda Leininger, she was born in Gladwin, Feb. 26, 1898. She had been employed by Packard Motors. She lived in Gladwin off and on through the years until moving here permantly in 1973.

Surviving are 2 brothers, Tom Leininger of Swartz Creek and Harry Leininger of Missouri; one sister, Gertrude Bliss of Swartz Creek; and several nieces and nephews.

Rites were held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. Tanya Quatraro officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery.No children. Gladwin County Record 11-08/1989 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

ALBERT TONONI (26 AUG 1914 - 2 JULY 1986)

 

Albert Tononi, 71, of 1226 W. M-61, Gladwin, died Wednesday, July 2, in Saginaw Veterans Hospital after a short illness. Born in Yatesboro, Pa., Aug. 26, 1914, he had spent summers here since 1947 and in 1969 moved to Gladwin County from Melvindale. Mr. Tononi owned Al's Bar at All-Bright Shores from 1908 to 1978. He served in the Army during World War II and was a member of the Camp Knox Masonic Lodge 919 in Radcliff, Ky., Elf Khurafeh Temple in Saginaw, Lodge Council Chapter Consistory, Scottish Rite Bodies in the Valley of Bay City. Mr. Tononi was married to the former Sue Sakara Sept. 28, 1940.

Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Robert of Beverly Hills, Calif.; one brother, Joseph of Warren, Ohio, 3 sisters, Ida Heller and Catherine Pesnecker of Allen Park and Mary Cortella of Melvindale; and 2 grandchildren. One son, Charles, preceded him in death Feb. 25, 1981.

Services were held Saturday at 8 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel, by the Gladwin Masonic Lodge 397. Gladwin County Record dated 07-09/1986 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

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HAZEL I. (TROWBRIDGE) TOWNSEND (1916 - 2003) s/w John L.
JOHN L. TOWNSEND (18 MARCH 1918 – 7 NOV 1992) s/w Hazel I.

 

John L. Townsend, 74, of Gaylord, died suddenly Saturday, Nov. 7, 1992. He was born on March 18, 1918, and lived in Arthur Townshipuntil moving to Gaylord in 1960. Mr. Townsend was employed at Wolohan Lumber Co. in Gladwin and then with Wickes. In Gaylord he sold real estate for many years. The family operated the "Foot and Tell" for 2 years and most recently he worked for Pinkerton's, Inc. Mr. Townsend was a member of the Bagley Township

Election Board, the Planning and Zoning Commission, the Otsego County Planning and Zoning Commission and the Tax Board Review. He attended the Gaylord Congregational Church. Mr. Townsend and the former, Hazel Trowbridge were married in 1940 in Gladwin County.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Wayne of Cadillac; one daughter, Shirley Tramper of Grand Rapids; one brother, Frank of Clare County; 4 grandchildren and 3 step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother, Alfred and a sister, Marguerite Reid.

Memorial services were held Tuesday at 11 a.m. from the Congregational Church in Gaylord. Gladwin County Record dated 11-11/1992 Column – 3 Page – 2.


JOHN E. TRAXLER (9 FEB 1934 – 7 SEP 1983)

 

John E. Traxler, Gladwin (Bay City Times, September 9, 1983)

 

John E. Traxler, Gladwin

Services for Mr. Traxler, 49, will be Saturday at 1 pm, in Mathews Funeral Home, Gladwin, with burial in Ridge Cemetery there. He died Wednesday in Pasadena, Texas.  He was born Feb 9, 1934, in Newaygo. Survivors include one son, two daughters, four brothers and

one sister.

 


EMMA TROST (9 DEC 1899 – 21 JAN 1980) s/w Frederick Earl

 

Emma Trost, 86, of 1549 N. M-18, Gladwin, died Tuesday, Jan. 21, in the Gladwin Nursing Home after a long illness. Born in Odessa, Russia, Dec. 9, 1899, she came to Gladwin County in 1926 from Flint. Mrs. Trost was a member of the Riley Ladies Aid, Gladwin County

VFW Auxiliary and the Golden Agers. The former Emma Rothman, she was married to Fred Trost Sr. Feb. 1, 1919, in Fort Collins, Colo. He preceded her in death Dec. 30, 1972.

 

Surviving are one son, Fred Jr. of Gladwin; 2 daughters, Lillian Trost of Burton and Dorothy

Pantelich of Clio; 6 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. A daughter, sister, brother and

grandchild also preceded her in death.

 

Services were held Saturday at2 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. Coleman Allmond officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 1-29/1986 Column – 3 Page – 2.

 

FREDERICK EARL TROST, SR (29 NOV 1879 - 30 DEC 1972) s/w Emma

 

Frederick E. Trost, 93, of 1549 N. M-18, Gladwin, died Saturday, December 30, at the

Veterans Hospital in Saginaw. Born in Eureka, So. Dak., November 29, 1879, he came

to Gladwin from Flint in September 1927, after previously living in Colorado. He was a

veteran of the Spanish American War and the Philippine Insurrection, serving from

1900 to 1903. Mr. Trost and the former Emma Rothman were married Feb. 1, 1919, at

Fort Collins, Colo.  He was a farmer until retiring. Mr. Trost was an honorary member of World War I Veterans, Barracks No. 3421.

 

Surviving are his wife, Emma; three daughters, Mrs. Bud (Irma) Sheldon of Swartz Creek, Miss Lillian Trost of Flint, and Mrs. Kosta (Dorothy) Pantelich of Clio; one son, Frederick Jr. of Gladwin;

a brother, Herbert of Green Forest, Ark.; a sister, Mrs. Maria Omman of Leedey, Okla.; and seven grandchildren.

 

Services are being held today (Wednesday) at Mathews Funeral Home at 1:30 p.m., with Mr. Philip Geeck officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 1-3/1973 Column – 3 Page – 2.

 

 

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AMANDA (BROVANT) TROWBRIDGE (10 JAN 1880 - 11 FEB 1963) s/w Justin

 

ILLNESS TAKES MRS. TROWBRIDGE

 

   Funeral services were held today (Wednesday) at the Miner Chapel for Mrs. Amanda Trowbridge, 83, who died Monday at the Day Nursing Home. The Rev. George K. Skene officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. The former Amanda Brovont was born on Jan. 10, 1880 in Greenstown, Ohio, and was married to Justin Trowbridge on March 16, 1899, in Sunfield.

   Coming to Gladwin County in 1903 they made their home in Sage Township. Mr. and Mrs. Trowbridge operated a restaurant in Gladwin and also the Wagarville Store for a number of years. He preceded her in death on Sept. 8, 1954. Mrs. Trowbridge was a member of the Gladwin Free Methodist Church.

   Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Doris (Sidney) Babcock, of Gladwin, and Mrs. Hazel (John) Townsend, of Saginaw; three brothers, John and Elmer Brovont, of Rossville, Ind., and William, of Sunfield; two sisters, Mrs. Myrtle Cameron; of St. Petersburg, Fla., and Mrs. Orpha Adams, of Davison; three grandchildren and two great grandchidren. Gladwin County Record dated 02-13/1963 Column - 5 Page - 1


JUSTIN M. TROWBRIDGE (12 OCT 1876 - 8 SEP 1955) s/w Amanda

 

Retired Farmer Passes Suddenly

 

Services were held Sunday for Justin M. Trowbridge, 78, who passed away suddenly last Thursday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. John Townsend, from  a heart attack. Mr. Trowbridge had been a resident of Gladwin County for 52 years, coming here from Eaton

County in 1903 and settling in Sage Township. He moved to Gladwin City several years ago

when he retired from the farm.

 

Born Oct. 12, 1876, Mr. Trowbridge was married to Amanda Brovont in Sunfield on March 16,

1899. Survivors besides his wife are two daughters, Mrs. Doris Babcock and Mrs. Hazel Townsend, both of Gladwin; two sisters, Mrs. Lucy Oberlin and Mrs. Sana Johnson, both of Sunfield; one brother, Benjamin, of Sunfield; three grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

 

Funeral services were: iheld at the Miner Funeral Homo on Sunday at 2 p. m. with the Rev.

George B. White, of the Baptist Church, officiating. Interment was made in Ridge cemetery.

Pallbearers were Warren Cuddie, Alt Cuddie, Charles) Weaver, Frank Riegle, Isaiah Wideman, Oney Hetherington. Gladwin County Record dated 9-14/1955 Column – 7 Page – 1.


ALVIN W. TUCKER (1905 - 1966)
FRANCES M. TUCKER (29 NOV 1881 – 1 MAY 1943)


GEORGE WASHINGTON TUCKER (14 JAN 1888 - 30 APRIL 1984)

 

George W. Tucker, 96, of Butman Township, died Monday, April 30, in Saginaw Veterans Hospital following a brief illness. Born in Paulding County, Ohio, on January 14, 1888, he came to Gladwin County in 1901 and farmed. He was a veteran of World War I. Surviving are several nieces and nephews.

   Rites were held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Carl Briggs officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-09/1984 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

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George W. Tucker (Midland Daily News, May 2, 1984)

 

George W. Tucker, 96, of Gladwin, died Monday, April 30, 1984, in Saginaw VA Hospital following a short illness.

 

He was born Jan. 14, 1888 in Paulding, Ohio. He was a retired farmer and veteran of World War I. He had been a resident of Gladwin County since 1901.

 

He leaves several nieces and nephews.

 

Services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday in Hall Funeral Home Gladwin Chapel with the Rev. Carl M. Briggs officiating.  Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. 

 

Friends may call at the funeral home after 5pm today.

 


JOHN LEMUEL TUCKER (31 JUL 1838 - 9 OCT 1902)

 

   John L. Tucker, of Gladwin township, died October 9 at the age of 64 from the effects of a bullet wound received during the civil war. Funeral services were held at the Ridge church conducted by Rev. I. C. Smallwood. Remains were interred in Gladwin cemetery. Deceased leaves a wife and 10 children. Source: Gladwin County Record dated 10-17/1902 Column - 1 Page - 1

 

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MARY AUGETINE (RUSSELL) TUCKER (3 APRIL 1864 - 30 JULY 1912)

 

TUCKER.

 

Mary Augetine Tucker died at her home in Butman Tuesday evening, aged 48 years. She was born in Ohio in 1864. Interment will take place today in Butman cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-1/1912 Column - 3 Page - 4.

 

Note: Headstone Photo! taken in Ridge Cemetery...

 

SAMUEL MANUEL TUCKER (10 MAY 1902 – 31 DEC 1972)

 

Samuel Tucker

 

Samuel M. Tucker, 70, of Midland, died Sunday, Dec. 31, in the Midland Hospital after an illness of 10 days. Born in Gladwin County on May 10, 1902, he moved to Midland in 1918.

Mr. Tucker is survived by two brothers and one sister.

 

Rites were held Wednesday at 1 p.m. from the Miner- Bradley Funeral Home, Midland. The Rev. G. G. Lyons officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 1-3/1973 Column – 5 Page – 2.


RUSSELL JAMES TUMEY (28 JULY 1898 – 14 NOV 1960)

 

HAROLD A. TYRELL (25 NOV 1928 – 15 MARCH 2006)

 

Harold A. “Bud” Tyrell, 77, of Gladwin died March 15, 2006 at Laurels of Mt. Pleasant following a long illness. He was born in Decker, Michigan on Nov. 25, 1928 to Harry and Annie Tyrell. He was employed as a laborer at Detroit Edison in Port Huron and served in the U.S. Armyt during World War II. He lived in Gladwin County since 2000, previously residing in Sandusky, Michigan.

 

Surviving are three sons, Mike (Melissa) Castillo of Gladwin, Joseph M. (Amy) Tyrell of North Carolina, and Patrick Castillo of Arizona; two daughters, Lucy Tyrell and Tracy (Donald) Hansen, both of South Dakota; his grandchildren, Austin, Breanna, Joseph Jr., Caitlyn, Leslie, Ashley, Joann, Lupy, Melissa and Douglas; and eight great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, Mary Lou, in 2000; his parents; and his brother, Doug Tyrell.

 

A funeral service was held on Saturday, March 18 at Christ the King Lutheran Church in Gladwin with pastor David Sprang officiating. Burial followed in Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 03/22/2006.


MARY LOU TYRELL (25 SEP 1940 - 10 JULY 2000)

Mary Lou Tyrell, 59, of Sandusky, died Monday, July 10, 2000 at Brittany Manor in Midland following a short illness. Born Sept. 25, 1940 in Petoskey, she lived in Gladwin County two years and previously lived in Wilmington, N.C. Mary married Harold Tyrell, Aug. 1, 1970 in Croswell. She was a homemaker.

Besides her husband she is survived by four sons, Michael and wife Melissa Castillo of Gladwin, Joseph M. Tyrell of Wilmington, N.C., Gary Nelson of Traverse City, and Patrick Castillo of Saginaw; one daughter, Kay and husband Frank Oleniacz III of East Jordon. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Services will be held at noon Friday at Christ the King Lutheran Church, Gladwin with Rev. David Sprang officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Visitation will be from 10 until the time of the service Friday at Christ the King Lutheran Church. Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin was in charge of the arrangements.

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LEONA M. (EAGLESON) KNIGHT - UHL (28 APRIL 1894 - 1 JULY 1978)

 

LEONA UHL

 

   Mrs. Leona M. Uhl, 84, of 3200 Pratt Lake Rd., Gladwin, died suddenly Sunday, July 16, at her home. Born in Paulding County, Ohio, on April 28, 1894, he came to Gladwin County in 1904. She was a member of the World War I Barracks Auxiliary and was a Past Grand Matron of Rebecca Lodge 51. The former Leona Eagleson she was married to Harry Knight on May 12, 1915. He preceded her in death on June 6, 1959. She then married Roy Uhl on May 17, 1967.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by 2 sons, Glenn (Short) Knight and Daniel (Chum) Knight of Gladwin; 3 daughters, Mrs. Delvin (Maxine) Cassiday and Mrs. Carlton (Geneva) Ellwood of Gladwin and Mrs. Kenneth (Helen) Walters of West Branch; 15 grandchildren and 34 great grandchildren.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m from the Gladwin First United Methodist Church. The Rev. Donald Bates officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. A Rebecca Memorial Service was held Tuesday at 8 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Gladwin County Record dated 07-19/1978 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

BESSIE GOLDINA (EAGLESON) UNDERWOOD (14 FEB 1883 - 6 NOV 1946) s/w Samuel J.

 

Services Friday for Mrs. Underwood

 

Mrs. Bessie G. Underwood, 63, died at her home in Sage township this morning, November 6. Funeral services will be held at the Hall Funeral Home on Friday afternoon, at 2 o'clock. Rev. M. R. Jewell will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge cemetery.

 

Bessie Eagleson was born in Hancock county, Ohio, on February 14, 1883, the daughter of Jonathon B. and Julia Etta Eagleson. She was married in September of 1900 to Samuel J. Underwood. They have been residents of Sage township for the past 41 years.

 

Surviving are her husband, Samuel J.; three sons, Ceral Underwood of Mason, Ray and Lyle

Underwood, of Gladwin; two daughters, Lula M. Anderson of Youngstown, Ohio and Mrs. Lelah G. Spencer, of Gladwin; two brothers, George J. and Harry Eagleson, of Gladwin; two sisters, Mrs. Cora Linton and Mrs. Leona Knight, of Gladwin; 13 grandchildren. One daughter and one brother preceded her in death. Gladwin County Record dated 1-6/1946 Column – 6 Page – 1.


LELAH GAYLE UNDERWOOD (29 MARCH 1903 - 12 OCT 1969)

 

Rites Today for Lelah Underwood

 

Lelah G. Underwood, 66, of Sage Township, died Sunday, Oct. 12, at the Gladwin Hospital following a long illness. Born in Payne, Ohio, on March 29, 1903, she came to Gladwin

County 10 years ago from Florida. She had previously lived in the county.

 

Surviving are three brothers, Ray, of Haslett, Lyle, of Clare and Jesse, of Gladwin.

 

Rites were held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. John Cermak officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-15/1969 Column – 3 Page – 2.

 

SAMUEL JOSEPH UNDERWOOD (3 AUG 1876 - 18 JAN 1950) s/w Bessie G.

 

SERVICES SATURDAY FOR SAM UNDERWOOD

 

Sam J. Underwood, 73, resident of Sage township for the past 45 years, passed away this morning at the Midland Hospital. He had been ill for about two weeks. Funeral services will be held on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. S. R. Wurtz. of the Gladwin Evangelical United Brethren church will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge cemetery.

 

Mr. Underwood was born in Paulding county. Ohio, on August 3, 1876 the son of Aaron and

Rebecca Underwood. Surviving are his wife Agnes: four sons. Ray and Jesse Underwood, of Gladwin, Ceral Underwood of Mason, and Lyle Underwood of Trenton; two daughters, Lelah Underwood of Mercer, Pennsylvania, and Lula Anderson, of Youngstown, Ohio; also 15

grandchildren and one great grandchild. Gladwin County Record dated 1-18/1950 Column – 4 Page – 1.


FRANCES A. URBAN (1878 - 1964) Mother, s/w Paul
JOHN DANIEL URBAN (7 MAY 1916 - 9 SEP 1991)

 

TEC 5 US ARMY WWII
PAUL B. URBAN (1876 - 1941) Father, s/w Frances
WALTER GUS URBAN (13 NOV 1910 – 18 MAR 1981)

 

WALTER URBAN

 

Walter G. Urban, 70, of 498 East Ridge Rd., Gladwin, died Wednesday, March 18, at his

home. Born in Harrisburg, Pa., on November 13, 1910, he moved to Elmora in 1915 and to Gladwin County in 1922. He was employed as a road builder and helped build M-61 from M-30 to Standish and M-76 from Alger to West Branch. He also farmed.

 

Surviving are 3 sisters, Mrs. Mary Kettering of Cass City, Mrs. Blanche Dalasinski of Clio,

Lillian Urban of Detroit; 2 brothers, John of Gladwin and Joseph of Flint.

 

Rites were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Jerry Locher officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 3-25/1981 Column – 4 Page – 2.

V'S

 

EVA VAN ALSTINE (? - 13 FEB 1893) Daughter of John & Hattie, Age 7 months, 5 days
FRANK VAN ALSTINE (29 AUG 1881 – 18 NOV 1957)

 

Services Thursday for Frank Van Alstine

 

Frank Van Alstine, 76, a hie long resident of Gladwin county, died Monday, Nov. 18 at Richard's Restorium in West Branch after an illness of one month. He was born in Sanilac County on August 29, 1881, and spent his life time farming.

 

Surviving him are five sisters, Mrs. Henry Edick, Mrs. George Southwell, Mrs. George Weir, Mrs. William Simpson and Mrs. Allen Card.

 

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Nov. 21, at the Hall Funeral Home at 1 p. m., with the Rev, Alva L. Calkins officiating. Burial will be in the Ridge cemetery. Pallbearers are Neal Young, Roy Ockerman, Owen Grandy, Guy Ritchie, Blaine Yeager, and Fern Cripps. Gladwin County Record dated 11-20/1957 Column – 8 Page – 1.

 

HARRIET B.  “HATTIE” VAN ALSTINE (14 DEC 1854 – 31 MAY 1915)

 

VAN ALSTINE

 

Harriet B., wife of John Van Alstine, died at her home in Hockaday May 31. She was born in Sanilac county, Dec. 14, 1854, and was age 60 years 5 months and 17 days. She was united in marriage to John Van Alstine in 1871. They were residents of Butman township a number of years. She was converted soon after she came to Butman and was a faithful member of the F. M. church at Hockaday until her death.

 

She leaves to mourn their loss her husband, one son and six daughters and a host of friends.

 

Funeral services were held at the F . M. church at Hockaday, June 4, conducted by Rev. James Hygema. Interment at the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 6-17/1915 Column - 5 Page - 1.


JOHN VAN ALSTINE ( 2 APR 1850 -  29 NOV 1924)

 

John Van Alstine was born in Kingston, Canada, April 2, 1850, and died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Allen Card, in Sage township, Nov. 29, 1924, aged 74 years, 7 months and 27 days, At the age of 12 years he came to Michigan and made his home with a sister, Mrs. Bates, in Sanilac county. He was married to Harriet Babcock May 24, 1871, and to this union

were born nine children—seven girls and two boys. Mrs. Van Alstine passed away nine years ago last May. A son Walter died at the age of 16 and Eva died in infancy.

 

Mr. and Mrs. Van Alstine came to Gladwin county 36 years ago, and settled in Gladwin township, and eight years later moved on their farm in Butman township where they resided until after Mrs. Van Alstine's death. For the last three years Mr. Van Alstine has made his

home with his daughters, where he always found a welcome.

 

He leaves to mourn one son and six daughters, Mrs. E. W. Alchin of Fenton, Mich., Mrs. William Simpson of Flint, Frank of Lewiston, Mich., Mrs. George Southwell, Mrs. Henry Edick, Mrs. George Weir and Mrs. Allen Card, all of Gladwin county, besides two sisters and two brothers; grandchildren and other relatives and friends who will miss one they learned to love.

 

Mr. Van Alstine was a patient sufferer and in all of his sickness there was no thought of complaint but he was always thinking of those who were caring for him. He died in the Christian faith, believing his soul was going to meet his Maker. Gladwin County Record dated 12-4/1924 Column – 2 Page – 4.

 

WALTER VAN ALSTINE (? - 17 MAY 1889) Son of John & Hattie, Aged 16 years, 2 months

ANNIE AMELIA (GARBET) VANNATTER (11 JAN 1869 - 30 SEP 1925) Age 56 years

 

MRS. ARTHUR VANNATTER

 

Annie Amelia Garbet was born in Fenelin county, Ont., Can.; Jan. 11, 1869, and departed this life Sept. 30, 1925, at 1:30 a. m., at the home of her son William, 12733 Glenfield avenue, Detroit, Mich., aged 56.yrs., 8 months and 19 days. At nine years of age she moved with her parents to Haliburton county, where she resided for several years. She was united in marriage May 4, 1887, to Arthur Vannatter, who departed this life Oct. 26, 1918. To this union

nine children were born, three having preceded her to the great beyond.

 

In the spring of 1893 they moved to Gladwin county, Mich. After moving to Michigan she was engaged in farm life and always enjoyed caring for the home, being greatly interested in the welfare of her family until finally death separated the union. After disposing of the farm she purchased another for a home, but spent most of her time among her children whom she had

tenderly and faithfully cared for.

 

She had suffered some bodily ailments for some time, having passed through an operation until finally on the night of Sept. 30, she responded to the call of the Master to a place of rest. She was patient in affliction, an affectionate wife and a loving mother. She leaves fresh in memory an honorable name which she had merited by her good deeds and her willingness and cheerfulness to assist those who stood in need, ever being interested in the welfare of others.

 

On Sept. 11, 1887, she became obedient to the Gospel by being baptized into Christ, uniting with the Reorganized church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, in  which she continued a faithful member until the time came when she was called to go to await her reward.

 

She is survived by her remaining family consisting of five sons—Dexter, William and Alvia of Detroit. Ray and Ernest of Gladwin; one daughter, Mrs. Oscar Wirtz of Gladwin; three brothers, Dexter and Byard of  Flint and William of Washington; seven grandchildren and many other relatives and friends among whom she will be greatly missed. Funeral services, were held Sunday, Oct. 4, in the L. D. S. church Section Eight, the church being filled with those who came to pay their last tribute of respect to the departed one. She had gained honor among all those whom she became acquainted with. The beautiful flowers that were placed upon the remains truly manifested the degree she was esteemed among her neighbors and friends. A very comforting sermon was ably delivered by Elder George W. Burt of Beaverton, who conducted the services. Very spiritual and comforting songs were rendered by the singers.

 

The body was laid to rest beside the husband in Ridge cemetery to await the resurrection morn.

 

"The dead in Christ shall rise first."

A loving wife and mother dear

Has gone and left us mourning here;

She parted from this "life of pain,

But only died to live again;

How much we loved her and oh how well

We loved her, better than tongue can tell.

God loved her too, and thought it best

To take her home with him to rest.

Gladwin County Record dated 10-8/1925 Column – 4 Page – 4.


ARTHUR VANNATTER (26 OCT 1862 - 26 OCT 1918) Age 56 years

 

Arthur Vannatter died Oct. 26, 1918, at his home in Butman township, from cerebral

hemorrhage resulting from influenza. He was born in Ontario Oct. 26, 1862, and was aged 56 years. He has been a resident of Gladwin county several years. Burial services were held Oct. 29, 1918, and burial at Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-31/1918 Column – 6 Page – 1.

 

Arthur Vannatter departed this life Oct. 26, 1918, from Spanish influenza. He was born Oct. 26, 1862, in Ontario, Canada; he married Ann Amelia Garbet in 1887, and came to Michigan in the spring of 1893. He leaves behind a loving wife, seven children, grandchildren and two brothers, Dexter and William of Detroit, Mrs. Oscar Wirtz of Gladwin, Roy of Gladwin, Rae, Earnest and Alvie at home, also a host of friends to mourn his loss. Gladwin County Record dated 11-21/1918 Column – 4 Page – 4.


BENJAMIN VANNATTER (11 DEC 1865 – 27 AUG 1943) s/w Icy

 

Benjamin Vannatter

 

Funeral services were held at the Hall Funeral Home Sunday at 2 p.m. for Benjamin Vannatter, 77, who died at his home here Friday August 27. Mr. Vannatter had been in poor health for the past six years. Born on December 11, 1865, in Ontario, Canada, he was married to Mrs. Icey Reynolds on November 8, 1895.

 

Surviving are Mrs. Vannatter; a son, Cpl. Earl Vannatter with the armed forces; a daughter, Mrs. Claude McClouth, of Cement City; a step-son, Clyde Reynolds, of Saginaw; and two

step-daughters, Mrs. Fred Haines and Mrs. Harlen Bard, of Gladwin. Mr. Vannatter was known as a kind husband and father and will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Elder George White officiated at the services Sunday and burial was in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 9-1/1943 Column – 5 Page – 1.


ICY ELIZABETH (REYNOLDS) VANNATTER (16 JAN 1877 – 24 JAN 1953) s/w Ben

Icy Vannatter,

 

Funeral services for Mrs. Icy Vannatter, 76, were held on Monday afternoon from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Dale Woods, of West Grout Free Methodist church officiated and burial was made in the Ridge cemetery.

 

Mrs. Vannatter was born in Eagle, on January 16, 1877, and came to Arthur township in 1900. She was married to Benjamin Vannatter in 1911, who preceded her in death in 1943. Mrs. Vannatter passed away at the Moody Nursing Home in Harrison on Saturday, January 24.

 

Surviving are two sons, Clyde Reynolds and Earl Vannatter, both of Lansing; three daughters, Mrs. Lulu Haines, of Gladwin, Mrs. Daisy Farrell, of Lansing and Mrs. Dorothy Rector, of Mason; also 13 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

 

Pallbearers were Melvin Haines, Ray Harrold, Aubrey Chatterton, George Codling, Loyal Haddix and Clarence Walker. Gladwin County Record dated 1-28/1953 Column – 4 Page – 1.


ROY VANNATTER (? - 26 JULY 1919) Age 23 years & 12 days

 

ROY VANNATTER.

 

Roy Vannatter, aged 23 years and 12 days, died at his home in Gladwin township Saturday morning, July 26, 1919, after 10 days illness. He was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Vannatter and was born in Gladwin township July 14, 1896. A few years ago he was married to Miss Edith Hutson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Hutson Sr. His father, Arthur Vannatter died during the influenza epidemic last fall.

 

This spring Mr. and Mrs. Vannatter returned from Flint and bought the farm of Thomas Riley

and started farming. He is survived by his wife, his mother, Mrs. Anna A. Vanatter, four brothers and one sister, Mrs. Oscar Wirtz.

 

Services were held at the home Monday afternoon at two o'clock, and at Latter Day Saint church at 2:30, conducted by Elder Umphrey of Bentley, followed by burial at Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 7-31/1919 Column – 6 Page – 1.


SYLVIA “SILVA” VANNATTER (30 JULY 1906 – 27 AUG 1906) Age 29 days

 

Sylvia, aged 29 days, infant daughter of Arthur Vannatter, died Aug. 27. Gladwin County Record dated 8-30/1906 Column - 2 Page – 8


TENA J. (DOMBROSKE) VANNATTER (1886 – NOV 1920)

 

MRS. DEXTER VANNATTER

 

The body of Mrs. Dexter Vannatter was brought to Gladwin from Detroit Nov. 17 and taken to the home of Mrs. Arthur Vannatter in Gladwin township where services were held Thursday by Rev. E. T. Smith. Burial took place in Ridge cemetery. Mrs. Vannatter was 34 years old, and is survived by her husband, one daughter, her father, Ernest Dombroske, and four brothers. Gladwin County Record dated 11-25/1920 Column – 5 Page – 5.

BRYON G. VANNEST (10 AUG 1877 - 2 APRIL 1962) s/w Susanna E.

 

Illness Fatal to Byron Vannest - Byron Vannest, 84, died Monday at Genesee Memorial Hospital, Flint, after a five-day illness.  Born in Verona, Ontario, on August 10, 1877, he came to farm in Gladwin County 72 years ago.  He was married to the former Susanna Arrand in 1904 and she preceded him in death in 1943.  In 1944 he married the former Cora Mutch who died in 1958.  Survivors include four daughters, Mrs. Melvin Cady and Mrs. Ewald Steinkraus, of Gladwin, Mrs. Henry Card, of Flint, and Mrs. Lloyd Klein, of Brighton; two sons, John L., of Davison, and Wellington C. of Gladwin; two sisters, Mrs. Ezra Stringer, of Pontiac, and Mrs. Harry Brink, of Grant; 27 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.  Funeral services were held today (Wednesday) at 2 p.m. at the Gladwin Free Methodist Church.  The Rev. George Skene and Rev. G.V. Dean officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-04/1962 Column - 3 Page - 1 


ELIZABETH (CARD) VANNEST (17 JUNE 1800 - 5 JUNE 1891) Aged 91 years

 

EMMA J. (BUSH) VANNEST (18 NOV 1876 - 29 JUNE 1961) s/w Turner

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO MRS. EMMA VANEST

 

   Funeral services were held Monday at 1 p.m. at the Miner Chapel for Mrs. Emma J. Vanest, 74, of Gladwin, who died Thursday at the Gladwin Nursing Home following a three week illness. The Rev. Henry C. Schmidt and the Rev. R. E. Fogelsonger officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery.

   The former Emma J. Bush was born on Nov. 18, 1876 in Enterprise, Ontario, and came to Gladwin County in 1897 and he preceded her in death on April 14, 1948.

   Survivors include two sons, Carlos and Clarence, of Midland; one daughter, Mrs. Mary Sackett, of Warren; 14 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; and three great great grandchildren. Two sons also preceded her in death. Gladwin County Record dated 07-05/1961 Column - 2 Page - 1


JOHN VANNEST (17 AUG 1847 - 7 JULY 1904) husband of Emma Vannest

 

John Vanest died at his home in Gladwin township July 7, after a five months' illness, aged 56 years, 11 months and 22 days.

Mr. Vanest was born in Petworth, Addington county, Ontario, August 17, 1847. He was united in marriage with Miss Emma Spooner, a cousin of Johnston Spooner of this city, and to them were born five children: Mrs. Neal Lutes of West Branch, Sarah, May, Martha and Byron Vanest of this county, all of whom were with him at the time of his death.  Besides his family he leaves his father, mother, three sisters, two brothers and four grandchildren to mourn. He had been a resident of Michigan, Gladwin county and township, since 1890. He had made hosts of friends and was a much respected citizen. He was a member of the Free Methodist church and passed quietly away with an unwavering faith.

 

Funeral services were held in the Ridge M. E. Church at 11 o'clock Sunday conducted by Rev. V. Buxton, assisted by Revs.  Rumley and Sherwood, burial took place in the Gladwin township cemetery. Mr. Vanest was converted to God and united with the Methodist church, and later joined the Free Methodist church. As a Christian he led an earnest and consistent life. His motto was, "The Lord doeth all things well."  He was patient and resigned to God's will. His end was peace and his works do follow him."

 

OLIVE (LUCAS) VANNEST (17 JUNE 1913 - 22 APRIL 2000) s/w Wellington C.

 

Olive Vannest, 86, of Midland went to be with her Lord on Saturday, April 22, 2000 at the MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland. Olive began her life for the Lord on June 17, 1913 in Brown City. She was born to John and Selinda Herber Lucas. She married Wellington Vannest on Sept. 9, 1936, in Kalamazoo.

 

She lived in the Gladwin area most of her life until moving to Midland in 1981 after her husband died. She made her home with her dedicated sister, Helen Fiedler, who cared for Olive during her illness of the last six years. Olive was a member of the Gladwin First United Methodist Church.

 

Surviving are her daughter Linda and husband Roy Staley of Coleman; sons Wayne and wife LaNeel of Midland; Byron and wife Janet and Dennis and wife Susan of Gladwin; Harold and wife Karen of Appleton, Wisc., and Mark of Williamsburg; 17 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; a brother, Lawrence Lucas of Howell; sisters Helen Fiedler of Midland; Merle Parsons of Avoca and Ferne Eller of Lake Havasu City, Ariz.; two sisters-in-law Ruth and husband Lloyd Klein of Zephyrhills, Fla., and Gertrude Vannest Hoard of Davison. She was preceded in death by three sisters.

 

Services were held Tuesday, April 25 at 11 a.m. at Gladwin First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Dr. Deane Wyllys and Pastor Terry Turner officiating. Burial was in Pine Ridge Cemetery. Friends were invited to call Monday at the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin and at the church prior to services. Memorials may be made to the church missions. Gladwin County Record dated 04-26/2000 Column - 2 Page - 2

 
SUSANNA E. VANNEST (17 NOV 1884 - 23 FEB 1943) s/w Byron G.

 

[Gladwin Record Newspaper - March 3, 1943] partial info.

 

Services were held for Mrs. Byron Vannest, Thursday, February 25, at the Rogers Funeral Home....

 

Susanna Vannest was born November 17, 1884, at Farwell, Michigan.  In her childhood she moved with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Arrand, to Edwards where she lived until November 21, 1904, when she was married to Byron Vannest.  The lived on their farm north of Gladwin for 38 years.  To them were born six children, four daughters and two sons.

 

In 1918 Mrs. Vannest became a member of the Free Methodist Church of Gladwin and was a loyal and useful christian to the end.  She was also a member of the Gladwin Camp meeting Association and each year found her present, helping in every way she could.  After sever weeks illness she departed this life on February 23, at the age of 58 years.  She died at Gladwin at her little new home where she and her husband had moved last fall.  With here, "To know the will of the Lord was to do it".  She will be greatly missed by husband and children.  Also many other relatives and a host of friends.  The children who mourn her loss, with their father are:  Mrs. Rilla Cady of Grout township; Mrs. Luella Card of Flint; John Vannest of Davison, Wellington Vannest of Detroit; Mrs. Nellie Steinkraus of Gladwin; and Mrs. Ruth Klein of Midland.

 

Other survivors include two - sisters, Mrs. Laura Williams of West Branch; and Mrs. Winnfred Rouse, of Davison; an aunt, Mrs. Anne Arrand of Clare. Gladwin County Record dated 03-03/1943 Column - 1 Page - 1

 

TURNER VANNEST (7 JULY 1860 - 14 APRIL 1948) s/w Emma

 

TURNER VANEST IS BURIED SATURDAY

 

   Funeral services were held on Saturday afternoon for Turner Vanest, 87, at the Free Methodist church. He passed away at his home on Wednesday, April 14 after an illness of two months. Mr. Vanest was born in Enterprise, Ontario, on July 7, 1860. He setted in Gladwin county in 1884. On February 2, 1897 he was married to Miss Emma Bush. He was employed for 30 years by the Flynn and Wolohan elevators. Surviving are his wife, Emma; one daughter, Mrs. Mary Sackett of Detroit; two sons, Clarence R. and Carlos F. Vanest of Midland; one brother, Levi of Moscow, Ontario; 14 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Two sons Everton and Lewis Dale preceded him in death. The Rev. Henry Schmidt officiated at the funeral and burial was in the Ridge cemetery. Pallbearers were Charles Newman, M. J. Huber, Archie Graham, Dan Soldan, Hazen Houghtaling and James Flynn. Gladwin County Record dated 04-21/1948 Column - 3 Page - 1

 
WELLINGTON C. VANNEST (4 DEC 1910 - 2 JUNE 1980) s/w Olive

 

Wellington C. Vannest, 69, of 2850 North M-18, Gladwin, died Monday, June 2, in the Midland Hospital Center.  Born in Gladwin on December 4, 1910, on the homestead three miles north of Gladwin, he graduated from high school in 1929.  He was employed at Ford Motor Co. in Detroit for 38 years.  Mr. Vannest purchased and farmed his father's farm in 1940.  He was a member of the Gladwin United Methodist Church and the County Drain Commission. 

 

Mr. Vannest and the former Olive Lucas were married September 9, 1936, in Kalamazoo.  Besides his wife, he is survived by 5 sons, Wayne of Midland, Byron and Dennis of Gladwin, Harold of Kimberly, Wisc., and Mark of Chesaning; one daughter, Mrs. Roy (Linda) Staley of Coleman; one brother, John of Davison; 3 sisters, Mrs. Rilla Cady and Mrs. Nellie Steinkraus of Gladwin and Mrs. Ruth Klein of Brighton; and 15 grandchildren.

 

Services will be held Friday at 1pm from the Gladwin United Methodist Church.  The Rev. Donald Bates will officiate and burial will be in Ridge Cemetery.  Arrangements are in charge of the Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 06-04/1980 Column - 6 Page - 2 


MARGARETE VOELKEL (12 SEP 1907 – 17 JULY 1990)

 

MARGARETE VOELKEL

 

Margarete Voelkel, 82, of Westland, died Tuesday, July 17, 1990, in the Arnold Nursing Home, Detroit, after a long illness. Born in Germany, Sept. 12, 1907, she was a retired cook. Miss Voelkel was a member of the Lutheran church.

 

Surviving are one sister, Emma Geldbach of Florida and several nieces and nephews.

 

Rites will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. at the Ridge Cemetery with the Rev. Pat Clarey officiating. Arrangements are in charge of the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 7-18/1990 Column – 4 Page – 2.


KEITH RYAN VOGEL (10 OCT 1996 - 10 OCT 1996)

 

KEITH RYAN VOGEL

 

Keith Ryan Vogel of Gladwin, died Thursday, Oct. 10, 1996 at Hurtzel Hospital in Detroit,

where he was born earlier that day.

 

Surviving are his parents, Kirk and Jennifer Vogel of Gladwin; his grandparents, Pamela Vogel of Gladwin, and Jeff and Melodie Henry of Saginaw; his great grandparents,

Anthony Vogel of Gladwin, Betty Gary of Harrison, Richard and Shirley Henry of Mt. Morris, Joy Northrup of Beaverton, and Gerald and Jean Gasche of Lansing; his great-great grandparents, A.J. Coon of Flint, and Margaret Gasche of Gladwin; his aunts and uncles, Kary Vogel, Amanda Vogel, Kyle Vogel and Brian Vogel, all of Gladwin; and Jeff Henry and Jamie Henry of Saginaw. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Anthony E. Vogel Jr.; his great grandmother, Ruth Vogel; and great-grandfather, Robert Gary.

 

Graveside services were held at 1 p.m. Monday at the Ridge Cemetery. The Rev. Father Jules Spleet officiated and arrangements were handled by the Sisson Funeral Home of Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 10-16/1996 Column – 1 Page – 7.

 
BERTHA (MANDLIN) VOIGT (4 NOV 1908 – 1 JULY 1984) s/w Ewald J.

 

Bertha M. Voigt, 75, of 701 Ionia St., Gladwin, died Sunday, July 1, in the Midland Hospital Center following a long illness. Born in Gladwin County on November 4, 1908, she spent most of her life here. She was a member of the Gladwin United Methodist Church, the Loyalty Circle and OES and a past member of the Rebeccahs and White Clover Chapter 84 of the

OES. The former Bertha Mandlin, she was married to Ewald Voight on January 19, 1929, in Gladwin. He preceded her in death January 3, 1970.

 

Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Gean (Virginia) Ridley of Gladwin; one sister, Mrs. Mabel Mills of Florida; a step-sister, Mrs. Lydia Leininger of Gladwin; 6 grandchildren and 4 great

grandchildren. A son, Richard, also preceded her in death in November 1980.

 

Services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Carter Miller officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. An Eastern Star Memorial Service was held Monday at 8 p.m. Gladwin County Record dated 7-4/1984 Column – 4 Page – 2.


EWALD JOHN VOIGT (18 APR 1890 – 4 JAN 1970) s/w Bertha M.

 

Services Held for Ewald Voigt

 

Ewald (Ed) J. Voigt, 79, died Sunday, Jan. 4, 1970, in the Gladwin Hospital following a

long illness. Born in Detroit on April 18, 1890, he came to Gladwin County in 1944, when he retired from the Detroit Police Department.

 

He was a life member of the Gladwin Masonic Lodge and served as Gladwin City patrolman

for several years. Mr. Voigt was married to the former Bertha Mardlin on Jan. 19, 1929, in Gladwin.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Virginia Ridley, of Gladwin; one son, Richard, of Flint-; 10 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

 

Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. John W. Cermak officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. A Masonic service was held Monday evening at 8 p. m. Gladwin County Record dated 1-7/1970 Column – 6 Page – 1.

 

W'S

 

JOHN WAASER (27 OCT 1853 - 13 JULY 1907)

 

John Waaser died July 13 of chronic Bright's disease at his home in Gladwin township. Deceased was born in Germany Oct. 27, 1853. Interment took place in Gladwin township cemetery July 16. He leaves a wife and two children. Gladwin County Record dated 7-18/1907 Column – 5 Page – 5.

 

MABEL HANNAH (MATTHEWS) WAASER (15 JUNE 1891 - 11 NOV 1919)

 

Mrs. Frank Waaser died at her home in Fenton, Nov. 11, 1919, from typhoid pneumonia. Mabel Hannah Matthews was born in Gladwin, Michigan, June 15, 1891, February 24, 1915, she was married to Frank Waaser. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband, daughter Rosa, mother, Mrs. Charles Matthews, brothers, Charles, Robert and Arthur, two sisters, Mrs. George Hull of Gladwin and Mrs. Merrill Hager of Fenton.

   Remains were brought to Gladwin Friday, Nov. 14, and buried in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-20/1919 Column - 4 Page - 1


ADA ALAZANIA (CARD) WAGAR (26 APRIL 1862 - 25 JULY 1937)

 

MRS. ADA WAGAR DIES AT WAGERVILLE SUNDAY

 

   Funeral services were held Tuesday, July 27, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Norman Wagar at Wagarville for his mother, Mrs. Ada Wagar, at 1:30 and at the Wagarville M. E. church at two o'clock with Rev. Ivan E. Hadgson officiating. Burial was at the Ridge cemetery.

   Mrs. Wagar died Sunday morning, July 25, at the home of her son Norman at Wagarville after an illness of two years. She was born in Ontario, Canada, April 16, 1862, and married James Wagar October 16, 1880, who died May 15, 1925.

   In 1888 Mr. and Mrs. Wagar came to Gladwin county and settled on a farm at Wagarville where they lived until 1918 when they moved to Gladwin. About 45 years ago she joined the Methodist Episcopal church of which she has since been a faithful member.

   Surviving her are her three children, Mrs. Roy Edick, Norman and Orlen Wagar, 14 grandchildren and five great grandchildren, three sisters and one brother, John F. Card of Mt. Morris. Gladwin County Record dated 07-28/1937 Column - 3 Page - 1


AMOS H. WAGAR (3 JUNE 1858 - 26 AUG 1920)

 

AMOS WAGAR

 

   Amos Wagar died at his home in Gladwin, Mich., August 26, 1920 at 4 p.m., at the age of 62 years, two months and 23 days. He was born at Tamworth, Ontario, June 3, 1858. He was married to Hannah M. Card December 25, 1882, at Tamworth, Ontario. They moved to Gladwin, Mich., in April, 1887, where they have since resided.

   He is survived by his wife, two sons, Everton of Butman, Mich., and Omer R. of Flint, Mich., James of of Gladwin, Mich., John and Jacob of Tamworth, Ontario, Joseph of Enterprise, Ontario, three sisters, Abbie of Utica, N. Y., Lucy of Tamworth, Ontario, and Alice of New Norway, Alberta; two grandchildren, Ruth Arlene and Stanley of Flint, Mich.

   He was a member of the M.E. church and took an active part so long as his health permitted. He was also a member of the I.O.O.F. and A.O.O.G.

   Services were held at the M. E. church Sunday at 10:30 a.m. conducted by Rev. J. H. Corneilus. The body was laid to rest in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-02/1920 Column - 5 Page - 5

 

DUANE W. WAGAR (10 SEP 1937 - 4 AUG 1951)

 

Services Held for Boy Killed by Tractor

 

Duane Wagar Loses Life in Accident on Farm

 

Funeral services were Tuesday for Duane W. Wagar, 13-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. John Wagar, of Sage township, who was killed instantly, Saturday afternoon when a tractor overturned with him.

 

Duane, Floyd Berry, 16, and Lee Brown, 19, Were, repairing a binder in a field at the Wagar

farm, two and a half miles north of Gladwin. Duane drove the tractor up to the barn to get a

part needed for the binder and was on the way back when the vehicle upset about a hundred

yards from where the other two boys were working.

 

Floyd looked up just as the tractor was turning over. By the time the boys reached the lad he was dead. They immediately summonded help and a passing truck lifted the tractor. Coroner Donald Hall said that death was instantaneous from a crushed chest and internal injuries.

Duane was born Sept. 10, 1937, in Gladwin.

 

In addition to his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Wagar, he is survived by his grandmothers, Mrs.

Norman Wagar and Mrs. William Thiel, both of Gladwin, and a number of other relatives.

 

Services were held Tuesday, Aug. 7, at 2 p. m., from the Wagarville Methodist church with the Rev. E. F. Rhoades, pastor of the United Evangelical church, officiating. Burial was made in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-8/1951 Column – 6 Page – 1.

 

ELIZABETH JANE (CARD) WAGAR (15 AUG 1857 - 2 DEC 1925)

 

MRS. WELLINGTON WAGAR

 

   Mrs. Wellington Wagar died Wednesday morning about four o'clock at her residence after a long illness. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at two o'clock at the M. E. church. Gladwin County Record dated 12-03/1925 Column - 6 Page - 1


ESEL GLADYS (BELLINGER) WAGAR (8 DEC 1884 - 25 JAN 1969) s/w Norman A.

 

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS. ESEL WAGAR

 

   Mrs. Esel Gladys Wagar, 84, of Gladwin Township, died Saturday, Jan. 25, in the Gladwin Hospital. Born in Gladwin County on Dec. 8, 1884, she was a member of the Wagarville Methodist Church, Gleaners and the W.S.C.S. She was married to Norman Wagar on May 5, 1905, in Gladwin. He preceded her in death.

   Surviving are four sons, Lorne, John, Leon and George, all of Gladwin; three daughters, Mrs. Norma Thorington of Holly, Mrs. Vivian Edick of Gladwin, and Mrs. Annalea Linton of Westland; 13 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Miner Funeral Home. The Rev. John Cermak and the Rev. M. R. Putnam officiated. Burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-29/1969 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

GEORGE B. WAGAR (31 JAN 1923 - 27 APRIL 2004)

 

George B. Wagar, George B. Wagar, age 81, of Gladwin passed away Tuesday, April 27 at the Gladwin Pines Nursing Home. George was born Jan. 31, 1923 in Gladwin County to Norman and Esel Bellinger Wagar. He served his country during WWII as a paratrooper with the 82nd and 101st division. After the service he farmed and worked at the Ford Garage as parts manager and later worked for Dow Chemical for 30 years. He married Roselee Lennon in 1948.

 

George loved to play baseball and football in high school and later played in the North Eastern Division Baseball League and played baseball while in the service. He also loved to hunt and fish. He has lived in Gladwin County most all his life and was a member of the Clare V.F.W. and the Harrison Moose Lodge. He married Edith Rawson on April 10, 1975.

 

Surviving are his wife, Edith; one son, Randy (Mindy) Wagar of Marshall, Texas.; three daughters, Amy (Ed) Rigsby of Texas, Suzanne Wright of DeWitt, and Pam (Bruce) Pfenninger of Midland; four stepsons, Robert (Betty) Mathews, Russell (Sharon) Mathews and Garry (Mary) Mathews, all of Harrison, and Martin (Dorothy) Mathews of Coleman; two step daughters, Judy (Ken) Anderson of Harrison, and Cindy (Jerry) Cuddie of Gladwin; ten grandchildren, seven Great-grandchildren, 20 step grandchildren, and 20 step Great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Vivian Edick of Gladwin, and Annalee Linton of Brighton. Three brothers, John, Lorne and Leon, and one sister, Norma Thorington predecease him.

 

Services were held 11 a.m. Friday at the Wagarville Community United Methodist Church. Rev. Donald Haskell officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Gladwin Pines Nursing Home.


HANNAH MARIE (CARD) WAGAR (5 JUNE 1864 - 11 OCT 1938)

 

Mrs. Amos Wagar Dies Tuesday In Flint

Mrs. Hannah Mariah Wagar died at the home of her son, Omer Wagar, at 1361 Poplar street in. Flint Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Wagar was born at Moscow, Ontario, June 5, 1864. On

December 25, 1882, she was married to Amos Wagar. To this union were born three children. Mr. Wagar and one daughter preceded her in death.

 

In 1887 they came to Michigan and settled on a farm in Gladwin township. As pioneers in Gladwin county they enjoyed the experience of early days in a new country. Mrs. Wagar has been a sufferer for the past seven years and patient through if all. She was converted to the Christian faith in early life, and her hope and faith in her heavenly Father has been her comfort in her last days. She was a member of the Methodist church and was loyal to the last.

 

A brief service will be held at the home of her son, Omer Wagar, in Flint at 8 o'clock Friday

evening, after which the body will be taken to Gladwin where services will be held at the Rogers Funeral Home Saturday afternoon at two o'clock, Rev. E. G. Black of Flint will officiate, assisted by Rev. Karl H. Keefer. Interment will be at the Ridge cemetery.

 

Surviving her are two sons, Everton of Gladwin and Omer of Flint; one brother, John Card, of

Mount Morris; two sisters, Mrs. James McDougall and Mrs. Charles Bauserman, of Flint; seven grandchildren, besides other relatives and friends. Gladwin County Record dated 10-12/1938 Column – 3 Page – 8.

 

HELEN L. (MILLIGAN) WAGAR (8 NOV 1906 - 29 NOV 2005) s/w leon J.

 

HELEN L. WAGAR

 

   Helen L. Wagar, 98, of Gladwin passed away Friday, April 29 at the Gladwin Pines Nursing Home. She was born Nov. 8, 1906 in Gladwin to Phineas and Grace Milligan. Helen graduated from County Normal and taught in the old "tin school house." She married Leon Wagar in 1925 in Gladwin and he passed away in 1974. Helen worked at AC Spark Plug during WWII. She was a member of the Wagarville Community United Methodist Church and a life member of the O.E.S. White Clover Chapter #84.

   Surviving her are one son, Devere (Dorothy) Wagar of Gladwin; three grandchildren, Douglas and Rosemarie Wagar of Flushing, Timothy and Patti Wagar of California, and Deann and Dan Henrichsen of Manistique; three Great grandchildren and One Great great grandchild. Two brothers, one sister and one grandson, Dennis Wagar, predecease her.

   Services were held at 11 a.m. Monday at the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin. Pastor Kim Spencer officiated, and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. An Eastern Star Memorial was held Sunday evening at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the church or Mid Michigan Hospice. Gladwin County Record dated 05-04/2005 Column - 1 Page – 2

 

INFANT WAGAR (1 JAN 1964 – JAN 1964)

 

Services Held for infant

 

Funeral services were held Friday at 11 a.m. a t the Miner funeral Home for the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Wagar who was born in Midland on Jan. 1. The Rev. Ross E. Tracy officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery.

 

Besides her parents, she is survived by a brother, Randy, and three sisters, Amy, Suzzane and Pamela, all at home; and her grandmother, Mrs. Esel Wagar. Gladwin County Record dated 1-8/1964 Column – 3 Page – 2.


JAMES NEWTON WAGAR (28 AUG 1856 - 15 MAY 1925)

 

JAMES N. WAGAR

 

   James N. Wagar was born in Napanee, Ontario, August 28, 1856, and departed this life May 15, 1925, aged 68 years, 7 months and 16 days. He was united in marriage Oct. 16, 1880, to Ada Card, to which union were born one daughter and two sons, all residents of Gladwin, Mich.

   The early part of his life was spent in Ontario, but in 1888 he moved with his family to Gladwin county, settling on a farm at Wagarville, which he developed into a fine farm in true pioneer fashion. In 1918 he moved to Gladwin city, where he has resided up until the time of his death.

   He leaves to mourn his loss, besides his wife, one daughter, Mrs. Roy Edick, and two sons, Norman and Orlen, together with four brothers, Jacob, Joseph and John, all of Tamworth, Ontario, and Wellington of Gladwin, and three sisters, Mrs. Albert Morton of Utica, N. Y., Mrs. Henry Keller of Camrose, Alberta, and Mrs. Joseph Huffman of Tamworth, Ontario. Eleven grandchildren also survive.

   He has been a member of the Methodist church for 30 years and has been a devout Christian. His sympathetic and kindly nature gained for him. His dominant characteristic was unselfishness, and that made him a kind and loving father and a good neighbor. He will be missed in the community as well as in his home.

   Funeral services as the M. E. church Sunday morning were largely attended, conducted by Rev. Stanley W. Thayer. Burial took place in the Ridge cemetery. The pallbearers were grandchildren of deceased, Loren, John, Leon and Joe Wagar and Leonard and Glen Edick.

   Those in attendance at the funeral from out of town were Mr. and Mrs. John Card of Mt. Morris; Mr. and Mrs. Roy Card, Mr. and Mrs. Edgerton Wagar of Saginaw; Joseph Wagar of Grand Rapids; Mr. and Mrs. James McDougall and son Fay, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bauserman and Mr. and Mrs. Atkinson of Detroit; Mr. and Mrs. F. W. McCreary of Midland. Gladwin County Record dated 05-21/1925 Column - 5 Page – 5


JOHN LEWIS WAGAR (10 NOV 1904 - 7 DEC 1972)

 

John L. Wagar, 68, Gladwin County drain commissioner, died Thursday, Dec. 7, in the

Midland Hosipital after a long illness. Born in Gladwin on Nov. 10, 1904, he had spent his life

here. Mr. Wagar was a farmer and was drain commissioner from 1965 until his death. He served as supervisor of Sage Township from 1953 to 1965. He was a member of the Gleaners and the Gladwin County Farm Bureau.

 

Mr. Wagar was married to the former Laura Thiel in August 1930, in Gladwin. She died on June 13, 1967. He married the former Verna Reithel on March 28, 1970, in Gladwin.

Besides his wife, he is survived by three brothers, Lorne, Leon and George of Gladwin; three sisters, Mrs. Norma Thorington of Holly, Mrs. Vivian Edick of Gladwin and Mrs. Annalea Linton of Westland; one stepson, Wayne Reithel of Gladwin; one stepdaughter, Mrs. Sandra Councell of Midland; and four grandchildren. Two children preceded him in death, Virginia

in 1932 and Duane in 1951.

 

Services were held Monday at 1:30 p. m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Byron Hatch officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-13/1972 Column – 2 Page – 2.


LAURA M. (THIEL) WAGAR (1909 - 13 JUNE 1967) Wife, s/w John L.

 

Services Friday For Laura Wagar

 

Mrs. Laura M. Wagar, 57, of Sage Township, died Tuesday in the Clare General Hospital

following a heart attack two days earlier. She was the wife of County Drain Commissioner

John Wagar. Services will be held Friday at 1 p. m. from the Miner Chapel. The Rev’s. Charles Allen and M. R. Putnam will officiate and burial will be in Ridge Cemetery.

 

The former Laura Thiel, she was born on Sept. 19, 1909, in Gladwin County and resided

here all her life. Mrs. Wagar attended the Wagarviille Methodist Church and was a member of the Riley Ladies Aid.

 

She was married to John Wagar on August 20, 1930, in Gladwin. Besides her husband, she is survived by one sister, Mrs. Valda McGilvery, of Gladwin. One son, Duane, and an infant

daughter preceded her in death. Gladwin County Record dated 6-14/1967 Column – 3 Page – 1.


LEON J. WAGAR (30 SEP 1906 - 21 MAY 1974) s/w Helen L.

 

Leon J. Wagar, 67, of 271 Youngs Road, Gladwin, died Tuesday, May 21, in Midland Hospital, following an illness of several months. Born September 30, 1906, in Gladwin, he was the son of Norman and Esel Bellenger Wagar. He and the former Helen Milligan were married in 1925 in Gladwin, following their marriage they moved to Flint where he worked as a heavy equipment operator. Coming back to Gladwin County in 1946, Mr. Wagar was self-employed as an excavating contractor, retiring in 1970. He was a former Gladwin County deputy sheriff serving in the department 14 years. He was a member of the Gladwin Masonic Lodge, Farm Bureau and the International Union of Operating Engineers.

   Surviving are his wife, Helen; a son DeVere of Gladwin; 2 brothers, Loren and George of Gladwin; 3 sisters, Mrs. Vivian Edick of Gladwin, Mrs. Norman Thorington of Holly and Mrs. Annalea Linton of Westland; and 4 grandchildren.

   Services were held Friday at 2 p.m. at Mathews Funeral Home with the Rev. Joseph Lathrop Sr. officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. A Masonic memorial service was held Thursday evening at the funeral home. Gladwin County Record dated 05-29/1974 Column - 4 Page - 2


NORMAN AMOS WAGAR (28 FEB 1883 - 4 MAY 1951) s/w Esel G.

 

Norman Wagar

 

Norman A. Wagar, 67, passed away suddenly at his home in Gladwin township, on Friday evening, May 4. He had been in poor health for the past several years. Funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon from the Wagarville Methodist church, with the Rev. Louis Carroll officiating. Burial was made in Ridge cemetery,

 

Mr. Wagar was born on February 28, 1884, the son of James and Ada Wagar, in Tamworth,

Ontario. He married Miss Esel Bellinger in Gladwin. Surviving are his, wife; four sons Lorne, John, Leon and George, all of Gladwin; three daughters, Mrs. Norma Thorington, of Holly, Mrs. Vivian Edick, of Gladwin and Mrs. Annalea Linton, of Wayne; one brother Orlan Wagar. of Midland; ten grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

 

Pallbearers for Mr. Wagar were John Bellinger, William Wagar, Leonard Edick, Melvin Freier, Neil Nickless, Ron Bellinger and Elmer Koontz. Gladwin County Record dated 5-9/1951 Column – 5 Page – 1.

 

OLIVE IRENE WAGAR (4 DEC 1903 - 25 MARCH 1906)

 

Died—Olive, two-year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wellington Wagar of Gladwin township, Sunday, March 25, of bronchitis. Funeral services were held at the Ridge church Tuesday afternoon. Gladwin County Record dated 3-29/1906 Column – 5 Page – 5.

 

VIRGINIA JEAN WAGAR (4 JAN 1932 - 6 JAN 1932)

 

We extend our sincere sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. John Wagar in the loss of their infant daughter. Gladwin County Record dated 1-14/1932 Column – 2 Page – 8.
WELLINGTON WAGAR (19 APRIL 1854 - 30 JULY 1934)

 

Undergoes Operation

 

 Wellington Wagar, who has been ill several months with a blood clot on his foot was taken to Saginaw General hospital one day last week for treatment. Friday it was found necessary to amputate part of the foot. At last reports he was feeling much better. Gladwin County Record dated 7-5/1934 Column – 2 Page – 9.

 

COUNTY PIONEER DIES IN SAGINAW

 

Wellington Wagar Succumbs to Month's Illness in Hospital

 

Funeral services were held at 2:30 this afternoon for one of Gladwin county's oldest and most respected pioneers, Wellington Wagar. He died Monday in Saginaw General hospital, following an illness of several months. He was 80 years old.

 

A man who has played a major part in the growth and development of Gladwin county almost since its beginnings, Wellington Wagar was born in Tamworth, Ontario, on April 19, 1854. It was during the lumber boom in 1884 that he first came to Michigan. On that occasion he came by train as far as Averill and then went on to Edenville by stage coach.

 

Came During Lumber Boom

 

After spending four years in the lumber camps in and around Edenville, he moved to Gladwin, where he became a partner with Jonathan Spooner in the town's blacksmith shop. He had been married in 1878 to Elizabeth Jane Card and his wife accompanied him to Gladwin. It was during the year 1890 that he moved his blacksmith shop to what is now known as Wagarville. Here with his brother James, who had followed him to Michigan, he built his home.

 

Four Terms as Register of Deeds

 

In the years that followed he became manager of the Wagarville Creamery and in 1912 still holding the position, he moved back to Gladwin. He was elected Register of Deeds for Gladwin county in 1924 and was re-elected to the position every two years until 1932 when, he declined the Republican nomination.

 

A staunch Republican, he held many county and township offices during his lifetime. He was clerk of Gladwin township for 19 consecutive years and in addition, served as treasurer of the township for several terms. For four years he was a county supervisor for the Gladwin city second ward. He also served as a county delegate to the Republican state convention.

 

A Baseball Enthusiast

 

Gladwin folks best remember Wellington Wagar in recent years as an ardent baseball and football fan. He never missed a game. Last year, approaching his 80th year, he hiked off unaccompanied for a three months trip in northern Canada. While there he visited his sister, Mrs. Henry B. Keller in Camrose, Alberta.

 

He was a life-long member and supporter of the Methodist church. Active fraternally, he belonged to the Gleaners, the Grangers, the Masonic Order and the I. O. O. F.

 

Five Children Survive

 

Surviving him are a brother, Jacob N. Wagar, Tamworth, Ont., and a sister, Mrs. Henry B. Keller, Camrose, Ont.; four sons. Edgerton W., and Glenn W., of Gladwin, Harold W. and Joseph F. of Saginaw; one daughter, Mrs. David J. Bort of SaultSte. Marie; and nine grandchildren. Two children, Hugh A. and Olive, preceded their father in death. Mrs. Wagar died in 1925.

 

Rev. LeRoy M. Whitney officiated today at the funeral in the Methodist church. He was assisted by Rev. Herbert A. Wilson, of West Branch. Burial was in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-2/1934 Column – 7 Page – 1.

 

ALBERT WAGNER (1895 – 29 DEC 1926) s/w Anna & Ernest

 

ALBERT WAGNER

 

Albert Wagner died Dec. 29 at Traverse City of tuberculosis. The body was brought to Gladwin. Funeral services were held Jan. 4 with burial in Ridge cemetery. He was the son of Ernest Wagner and was aged 31 years. Gladwin County Record dated 1-6/1927 Column – 5 Page – 5.


ANNA WAGNER (1862 - 1921) s/w Albert & Ernest
ERNEST D. WAGNER (2 MAY 1860 – 17 JAN 1955) s/w Albert & Anna

 

Final Rites for Ernest Wagner

 

Funeral services will be held tomorrow (Thursday) for Ernest D. Wagner, 95, who passed away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Al Miller. Mr. Wagner was born in Witteriburg, Germany, May 22, 1860. He came to the United States in 1905 and in 1907 came to Gladwin

county where he spent the remainder of his life. His wife, Anna, preceded him in death in 1921.

 

He is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Bertha Miller of Gladwin, Mrs. Delia Roll,  Mrs. Helen

Downing and Mrs. Hilda Schufferd, all of Cleveland, Ohio; two sons, Ernest and Rudolph of Cleveland; 10 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. A son, Albert died in 1927.

 

Services will be held Thursday at 1:30 p. m., at the Hall Funeral Home, and at 2:00 p. m. at the Zion Lutheran- Church, Oberlin, with the Rev. Raymond Mueller officiating.

 

Burial will be in Ridge cemetery. Pallbearers will be Adoph Sauer, Al Erdman, Ted Wagner, Ernest Sheman, Wm. Reithel and Edward Reithel. Gladwin County Record dated 1-19/1955 Column – 7 Page – 1.

 

ANN WAGONER (1815 – 26 JAN 1900)

 

Mrs. Ann Wagoner, a widow lady residing in Gladwin township, died Saturday, aged 85 years. Funeral services were held Monday forenoon, Rev. Gray. of McCiure, officiating. Interrment took place in the Gladwin township cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 2-2/1900 Column – 2 Page – 9.

CAROL MARIE WALDRIP (1 AUG 1938 - 26 FEB 2000)     

 

Carol M. Waldrip, 61, of Odessa, Texas, formerly known as Carol Border of Clare, died suddenly, Saturday, Feb. 26, 2000 in Odessa, Texas.
Born Aug. 1, 1938 in Gladwin, she was the daughter of William and Eileen Buschlen.
Carol married Elwyn Guy Waldrip, Dec. 14, 1987 and has resided in Odessa, Texas since then.
Carol lived in the central Michigan area most of her life. She was a devoted homemaker and mother to her six children. She enjoyed baking, crafts, animals, and had a passion for gardening, children and nature and all its beauty.
Besides her husband, she is survived by three sons, Stanton and wife Debbie Roberson of Harrison, Terry and wife Debbie Border of Midland, and Gary and wife Marcie Border of Odessa, Texas; three daughters, Cindy Wilber and Kathy Tice, both of Clare and Penny and husband Dan Zeneberg of Mt. Pleasant; two brothers, Paul Buschlen of Allegan, and Donald and wife Chris Buschlen of Essexville; two sisters, Esther and husband James Crawford of Long Beach, Calif., and Ruth Ann and husband Bruce Carns of Allegan; and 18 grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Eileen Buschlen.
Services will be held Friday at Stephenson-Wyman Funeral home in Clare. Visitation will be held tomorrow (Thursday). Contact the funeral home for more information, (517) 386-7451.

 


OLEAN (JACOBS) WALTENBURG (9 MARCH 1902 – 15 AUG 1992) s/w William J.

 

Olean C. Waltenburg, 90, of 1923 Nickless Rd., Gladwin, died Saturday, Aug. 15, 1992, In the Clare Nursing Home after a short Illness. Born in Gladwin, March 9, 1902, she had spent her lifetime here. Mrs. Waltenburg was a retired teacher for the Beaverton Rural Schools and a member of the Wagarville United Methodist Church. The former Olean Jacobs, she was married to William J. Waltenburg on Oct. 15, 1922, in Onaway. He preceded her in death on Feb. 26, 1977.

 

Surviving are 2 sons, William L. of Gladwin and Glen of Kaleva; one sister, Etta Wilson of Vassar; 10 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Nest Soldan in 1989, a brother John Jacobs and a sister, Emma Domke.

 

Services were held Tuesday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Pastor

Sherry Parker officiated and burial was In the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-19/1992 Column – 3 Page – 2.


WILLIAM J. WALTENBURG (1 JULY 1896 - 26 FEB 1977) s/w Olean

 

WILLIAM WALTENBURG

 

   William Waltenburg, 80, of 2099 Wagarville Rd., Gladwin, died Saturday, Feb. 26. Stricken suddenly at his home, he was dead on arrival at the Gladwin Area Hospital. Born in Alpena, July 1, 1896, he was a veteran of World War I, and wa a member of the Gladwin County VFW Post. A retired livestock dealer and farmer. Mr. Waltenburg was well-known throughout Gladwin County. He and former Olean Jacobs were married in Onaway on October 15, 1922, and they moved to Gladwin County in 1934.

   Surviving in additon to his wife, Olean, are a daughter, Mrs. Robert (Nest) Soldan of Hemlock; 2 sons, William L. of Phoniex, Ariz., and Glen of Saginaw; 2 sisters, Mrs. Norah Bogel of Muskegon, and Mrs. Floyce Dayson of Grand Rapids; 10 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

   Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel, with the Rev. Wayne Jensen officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-02/1977 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

PVT US ARMY WWI

 

DARLA G. WALTERS (? - 1953)


EVALEEN CHRISTEL (BOWERS) WALTERS (19 JULY 1914 - 20 FEB 1998) s/w Wayne J.

 

Evaleen C. Walters, 83, of Gladwin, died Friday, Feb. 20, 1998 at her home. Born July 19, 1914 in Butman Township, she was the daughter of William and Maude DeLaurie Bowers. Evaleen married Wayne Walters, Sept. 9, 1935 in West Branch. She lived in Gladwin County all her life and loved being a homemaker, her garden and crocheting.

   Besides her husband she is survived by two sons, Rodney and wife Donna of Harrison, and Terry and wife Mary of Gladwin; four daughters, Marcella and husband Richard Tanks of Oakely, Onalee and husband Rollin Greer, and Darla Walters of Gladwin, and Dixie and husband Stephen Dent of Midland; one brother, Max Bowers of Gladwin; two sisters, Lulubelle Walters and Beatrice Benmark, both of Gladwin; 16 grandchildren; and 16 great grandchildren.

   She was preceded in death by one sister, Pearl Meyers. Services were held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin with Pastor Richard Hamilton officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the charity of one's choice. Gladwin County Record dated 02-25/1988 Column - 3 Page - 2


WAYNE J. WALTERS (8 JULY 1916 - 15 FEB 1999) s/w Evaleen C.

 

Wayne J. Walters, 82, of Gladwin, died Monday, Fev. 15, 1999 at the Gladwin Living Center. Born July 8, 1916 in Gladwin, he was the son of Daniel and Deliah Bradley Walters. He has lived in Gladwin County most all his life. Wayne married Evaleen Bowers, Sept. 9, 1935 in West Branch. She preceded him in death Feb. 20, 1998. He was a veteran of World War II. He worked as a heavy equipment operator in construction and for the Gladwin County Road Commission. He also worked for AC Spark Plug, and as a millwright for Buick Motors.

   Surviving are two sons, Rodney and wife Donna of Harrison, and Terry and wife Walters of Gladwin; four daughters, Marcella and husband Richard Tanks of Oakley, Onalee and husband Rollin Greer of Gladwin, and Dixie and husband Stephen Dent and Darla Walters, all of Midland; one brother, Zarold and wife Helen of Gladwin; 16 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters.

   Services will be held at 1 p.m. today (Wednesday) at the Sisson Funeral Home with Pastor Sam Wilson officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the charity of ones choice. Gladwin County Record dated 02-17/1999 Column - 3 Page - 2


SADIE (BUNTING) WANSITLER (20 NOV 1886 - 15 SEP 1963)
DOUGLAS J. WARD (30 JULY 1975 – 23 JULY 1994) Love, Heather

 

Douglas J. Ward, 18, of Gladwin, died suddenly from accidental causes Saturday, July 23,

1994. Born in Louisville, Ky., July 30, 1975, he was a lifetime resident of Gladwin. He was employed by Area Land Development.

 

Survivors include his mother, Veronica (Bonnie) Ward of Gladwin; one brother, James J. Ward III; grandparents Mr. and Mrs. James Ward Sr. of Harrison, and Mrs. Tina Chase of California; and girlfriend Heather Porrett of Gladwin. He was preceded in death by his father James J. Ward Jr., who died in September of 1990.

 

Services were held today (Wednesday) at 11 a.m. from Sisson Funeral Home. Fr. Jules

Spleet officiated, and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 7-27/1994 Column – 3 Page - 2

 

JAMES JOHN WARD, JR (11 JAN 1953 – 13 SEP 1990)

 

GLADWIN MAN KILLED IN MISHAP ON M-18 THURSDAY

 

A 37-year-old Gladwin man died in a freak, 4-vehicle mishap on M-18, just north of Parker Rd. Thursday morning, according to Troopers have identified James John Ward Jr. as the pedestrian who died instantly from injuries he suffered in the impact. He had been the driver of a water tanker truck from Glenn Well Drilling of Gladwin, that was parked on the west

side of M-18 when the mishap occurred.

 

Authorities said Ward was talking with Thomas Arthur Glenn, 49, also of Gladwin, who was driving a utility truck for the well drilling company. They had parked their vehicles on the west side of the highway and were talking outside their vehicles when a southbound gravel hauler with a tandem trailer blew a tire about 11:10 a.m.

 

The driver of the gravel hauler, Martin James Wilford, 24, of Gladwin, was working for James

Greaves Trucking of Gladwin, when the right front tire blew out. Troopers said this caused the

trailer to swerve on and off the roadway and Willford lost control. The gravel hauler struck the rear end of the parked utility truck. Glenn was able to jump onto the back of the-water truck, but Ward did not have time to jump, officers reported.

 

The force of the impact from the been issued, and the mishap gravel hauler sent the utility truck remains under investigation, into the rear of the water truck, Ward is the fifth traffic related throwing Glenn into the air and to the front of the water tanker, troopers said.

 

Glenn sought his own treatment for minor injuries, according to authorities.

 

Debris from the 2 well drilling vehicles struck a car driven by John Lee Baughman, 72, of Gladwin, who was eastbound on Parker Rd. and had stopped at the M-18 intersection.

He was not injured, police said

 

Troopers were assisted at the scene by Gladwin County Sheriffs officers, Gladwin Emergency Medical Service, a State Police officer from the Motor Carrier Division and County Road Commission personnel.

 

Authorities said no tickets have been issued, and the mishap remains under investigation. Ward is the fifth traffic related fatality in the county this year and the second within the past 5 days on S. M-18. Last Saturday, James Thomas Anderson was killed in a single vehicle rollover mishap at Kerswill Rd. and M-18. Ward's obituary appears on page 2.

Gladwin County Record dated 9-19/1990 Column – 4 Page – 1.

 

James J. Ward Jr., 37, of 1325 Eaton Rd., Gladwin, died Thursday, Sept. 13, 1990, of injuries

sustained when he was struck by a truck on S. M-18 at Parker Rd. Born in Mt. Clemens, Jan. 11, 1953, he moved to Gladwin County in 1975. He was employed by Glenn Well Drilling of Gladwin. Mr. Ward and the former Bonnie Bonn were married June 8, 1972, in Louisville, Ky.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, James III and Douglas, at home; his parents, James and Helen Ward Sr. of Lake; his grandmother, Adella Davis of Detroit; and 3 sisters, Helen Rawley of Zilwaukee, Margaret Clore of Louisville, Ky. and Ann Marie Bailey of Winston Salem, N.C.

 

Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Father Donald Christensen officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 9-19/1990 Column – 3 Page – 2.

 

RUTH ANN WARD (29 JULY 1947 - 8 MAY 1994) Mother to Shelly, Sheila & Richard Jr.

 

RUTH ANN WARD

 

Ruth Ann Ward, 46, of Frostproof, Fla., died Sunday, May 8, 1994, at her home. She was born in Attica on July 29,1947, and is a former resident of Gladwin. She was a nurse’s aid at the Walker Memorial Hospital in Avon Park, Fla., and was an avid animal lover. The former Ruth Arm Ritchie,

she was married to Richard Ward on June 3, 1978.

 

Besides her husband, she is survived by one son, Richard Jr., of Frostproof; 2 daughters, Shelley Smith of Clinton Township and Sheila Smith of Gladwin; her mother, Ann Ritchie of Attica; 3 step-daughters, Kim Smith of Frostproof, Kelly Farah and Karen Ward of Flint; 7 grandchildren; 3 sisters, Judy Heath of Otisville, Donna Woods of Waterford, and Evonne Bocksch of Millington;

and 4 brothers, Gordon of Goodrich, and Dison, Richard and Timothy, all of Attica. She was preceded In death by her father, Irvin, who died Aug. 11, 1992.

 

Rites were held Thursday from the Muir Brothers Funeral Home in Lapeer with the Rev. Berle

Bauroth officiating. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Gladwin County Record dated 5-18/1994 Column – 4 Page – 2.

 

GOLDIE ALDEAN (ROGERS) WASMUTH (14 JUNE 1899 – 26 SEP 1986) s/w Leonard John

 

GOLDIE WASHMUTH

 

Mrs. Goldie Washmuth, 87, of Dorr, died Friday, Sept. 26, at her home. Born in Indiana June 14, 1899, she was a member of the Diamond Springs Wesleyan Church. The former Goldie Rogers, she was married to the Rev. Leonard Washmuth and he was a former minister at the Wagarville United Methodist Church. He preceded her in death May 29, 1980.

 

Rites were held Monday at 11 a.m. at the Diamond Springs Wesleyan Church with the Rev.

Gary Carr and the Rev. Delos Tanner officiating. Graveside services were held at the Ridge

Cemetery in Gladwin Township Monday at 4:30 p.m. Gladwin County Record dated 10-1/1986 Column – 3 Page – 2.


LEONARD JOHN WASMUTH (19 FEB 1898 – 29 MAY 1980) s/w Goldie Aldean

 

REV. LEONARD WASHMUTH

 

The Rev. Leonard J. Washmuth, 82, of Dorr, died Thursday, May 29, in the Allegan County Medical Care Facility. Born in Morefield, Ind., on February 19, 1898, he graduated from Taylor University and moved to Michigan in 1937.

 

He pastored churches in Scotts, Sheridan, the Wagarville circuit, Burnips, Flowerfield and

Fulton and Roaan in Indiana. He then taught in public and Christian schools as an elementary teacher for 17 years until retiring in 1968 and moving to the Burnips area where he was a member of the Diamond Springs Wesleyan Church.

 

Surviving are his wife, Goldie; 3 daughters, Mrs. Norma Babcock of Jackson, Mrs. Mary Keith and Mrs. Irms Longley of California; 8 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

 

Rites were held from the Diamond Springs Wesleyan Church at 11 a.m. Saturday.

Graveside services were held at the Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin with the Rev. Jensen officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 6-4/1980 Column – 4 Page – 2.

 

JOSEPHINE M. (KOONTZ) ARNOT-WATTERS (7 AUG 1860 - 23 APRIL 1928)

 

Mrs. Henry Watters died Sunday afternoon, April 23, at her home in Gladwin township, having been in poor health for some time. Josephine M. Koontz was born August 7, 1860, at Nelsonville, Ohio. In 1877 she came to Gladwin with her parents. She was married to Truman Arnot, now deceased, in April, 1878. Four children were born to them. She was married June 4, 1905, to Henry Watters.

 

She is survived by her husband, Henry Watters, two daughters, Mrs. Frank Hetherington of Gladwin and Mrs. Floyd Gould of Flint, one son, John P. Truman Arnot; two sisters, Mrs. Roscoe Bellinger of Gladwin township and Mrs. George Byle of Nelsonville, Ohio, two brothers, Gilbert Koontz of Bay City and Cyrus Koontz of Gladwin township.

 

Funeral services were held at the Ridge church Wednesday morning, April 25, at 10 o'clock conducted by Elder George Burt of Beaverton, followed by burial at the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 4-26/1928 Column – 3 Page – 4.


DIANNE M. WEAVER (1943 - ?) s/w William N. “Bill”
DORIS (CAMERON) WEAVER (1915 - 2006) s/w Elmer
DOROTHY A. (JUNEAC) WEAVER (8 MAY 1924 – 28 OCT 1998)

 

Dorothy A. Weaver, 74, of Gladwin died Wednesday, Oct. 28, 1998, at the Gladwin Living Centre after a long illness. The daughter of Herbert and Marion (Walker) Juneac was born May 8, 1924, in Gladwin. She had been a lifetime Gladwin resident and had worked at the City Bakery in Gladwin as a baker.

 

Dorothy is survived by her sons, and daughter-in-law, Tom and Bonnie Hindman of Gladwin and Pat Weaver of Gladwin; and two grandchildren. She was predeceased by her brother, Wayne Juneac in 1997.

 

Memorials may be made to the Gladwin Living Centre, Education Fund, in memory of Dorothy Weaver. MDN dated 29 Oct 1998 Page - D8.


ELMER WEAVER (3 DEC 1914 – 2 APR 1992) s/w Doris

 

ELMER WEAVER

 

Elmer Weaver, 77, of 5249 Gashe Rd., Gladwin, died Thursday, April 2, 1992, in the Clare Nursing Home. Born in Gladwin County, Dec. 3. 1914, he had spent his lifetime here. Mr. Weaver farmed in Sage Township. He was a member of the Gladwm County Farm Bureau and had served on the township board. Mr. Weaver and the former Doris Cameron were married Oct 7, 1962, in Gladwin.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Ronald Switzer of Gladwin; 2 daughters. Mrs. Tom (Lois) Bonham of Midland and Mrs. Warren (Sharon) Kelser of Clare; one brother, James of Gladwin; 2 sisters. Irma Weaver and Irene Lyons of Gladwin; 6 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.

 

Services were held Saturday at noon from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Brian Cuddle officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 4-8/1992 Column – 2 Page – 2.
HOSEA A. WEAVER (11 JAN 1900 - 7 JULY 1982)

 

Hosea A. Weaver, 82, 0f 110 Knox St. Beaverton, died Wednesday, July 7, in the Gladwin Area Hospital. Born in Shelburn, Ind. on January 11, 1900, she had lived in Wabash, Ind., the greater part of his life. He came to Beaverton in August 1981. Mr. Weaver was retired as a truck driver for the Public Service of Indiana. He served in the Army during World War II in the North African Campaign and was a member of the American Legion and VFW of Wabash.

   Surviving are one son, Raymond of Rocky River, Ohio; 2 daughters, Mrs. Marge Stalder of Toledo, Ohio and Mrs. Early (Mickey) McDaniels of Gladwin; one sister, Mrs. Ray Wall of Toledo, Ohio; 9 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.

   Rites were held Friday at 1:30 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. David Inman officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-14/1982 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

PFC US ARMY WWII

 

WILLIAM N. WEAVER (20 AUG 1943 – 9 MARCH 1993) Anderson Fire Dept. Transport Canada, s/w Dianne M.

 

William (Bill) Weaver, 49, of Windsor, Ontario, Canada and  Gladwin, died suddenly Tuesday,

March 9, 1993, in Vermillion. Alberta, Canada. Born in Kingsville, Ontario, Aug. 20, 1943, he lived in Ontario most of his life and had been coming to Gladwin for the past 5 years. Mr. Weaver was a firemen and a retired deputy chief with the Anderson Township Fire Department in Ontario. He also served as the senior fire officer with the Windsor Airport Transport in Canada. He was president of the Union of Canada Transport Employees

(UCTE) and was past vice president of the Ontario Regional UCTE.

 

Mr. Weaver and the former Dianne Bosman were married Aug. 1, 1969 in Lincoln Park.

Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 daughters, Wendy Lynn Weaver of Windsor, and Dawn

Marie Weaver of Windsor and Gladwin; his mother. Christina Howe of Canada, his adoptive

mother, Frances Weaver of Canada; 1 brother, Brian Weaver of Canada. His father, Donald

Weaver, preceded him in death in 1979.

 

Services were held Monday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Father Julius A. Spleet officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 3-17/1993 Column – 3 Page – 2.


MURIEL WINIFRED WEBB (31 JULY 1897 - 26 AUG 1898)

 

Card of Thanks.

 

We tender our sincere thanks to our friends and neighbors for their kindness and help in the sickness and death of our baby. May God reward you all is our earnest prayer.

MR. AND MRS. REZIN WEBB,

MRS. KNIGHT,

MRS. WALTERS.

Gladwin County Record dated 9-2/1898 Column – 5 Page – 8.

  
AMANDA (SCHULTZ) WEGNER (19 JULY 1887 - 11 NOV 1971) s/w Gottlieb

 

AMANDA WEGNER

 

   Mrs. Amanda Wegner, 84, of 3376 North M-18, Gladwin, died Thursday, Nov. 11, in the Gladwin Area Hospital following an illness of three weeks. Born in Europe on July 19, 1887, she came to the United States in 1906 and to Gladwin County in 1912. The former Amanda Schulz, she was married t Gottlieb Wegner on Feb. 1, 1912, in Gladwin. He preceded her in death o Jan. 2, 1962.

   Survivors include three sons, Theodore, of Gladwin, Alvin, of Grosse Point Woods and the Rev. Lawrence, of Orlando, Fla.; four daughters, Mrs. Evelyn Seib, of Grosse Point Woods, Mrs. Ella Grant, of Birmingham, Mrs. Ruth Secord, of Livonia and Mrs. Jeanette Kehoe, of Gladwin; four sisters, Mrs. Helen Zion, of Cleveland, Mrs. Alvina Gatz, Mrs. Amalia Ikert and Mrs. Alma Ellert, of Sao Paulo, Brazil; two brothers, Otto Schulz, of Detroit and Emil Schulz, of Gladwin; 16 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one son, Arthur, in 1918, in Gladwin an one brother and two sisters. Services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Round Lake Baptist Church. The Rev. Winston Decker officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 11-17/1971 Column - 3 Page - 2


ARTHUR G. WEGNER (DEC 1917 - 1 JAN 1918)

 

Wegner—Arthur Gotlieb, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Gotlieb Wegner, aged three weeks died at their home in Sherman township Tuesday afternoon, Jan. 1, of pneumonia. Services were held at the home Thursday afternoon, Jan. 3, conducted by Rev. H. G. Braun. Interment in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 1-10/1918 Column – 4 Page – 5.


EMILIE (KERN) WEGNER (14 SEP 1872 - 31 DEC 1931) s/w Godfried

 

MRS. GOTTIFRIED WEGNER

 

   Emilie Wegner was born in Gore, Russian, Poland, Sept. 14, 1871. She was married to Gottfried Wegner in 1894. In that same year Mr. Wegner came to America, his wife following in 1897. They made their home in Canada until 1902, and in Gladwin, Michigan, until 1923, and since then in Detroit. Sister Wegner was converted in 188 at Wolam Lodz and was in a religous service when the Lord called her New Year's eve, two minutes before the passing of the old year. She was 59 years, 3 months and 17 days of age. She had been in apparently good health, and had sat down after giving her testimony to be taken immediately from this life.

   Mrs. Wegner is survived by her husband; six children, William, Anna Roman, Earnest, Otto, Emma Boeck and Bertha; and nine grandchildren. Four of her children have preceded her in death. Services were held from the Gladwin Methodist church Sunday afternoon, Jan. 4, at two o'clock, Rev. P. A. Schilling of the German Baptist church officiating, assisted by Rev. L. M. Whitney. The first song in the service was sung by a choir from the German Baptist church; the second one by a quartet and the last, a farewell by two little grandchildren of the deceased. Gladwin County Record dated 01-08/1931 Column - 4 Page - 1


GODFRIED FREDERICK WEGNER (12 FEB 1873 - 4 AUG 1962) s/w Emilie

 

RITES HELD FOR FRED WEGNER

 

   Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Miner Chapel for Fred Wegner, 89, who died Saturday, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Alma Roman, in Coleman, after an illness of one week. The Rev. Robert Monroe and Rev. Leon Franck officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery.

  Born on Feb. 12, 1873 in Poland, he was married there to the former Emilie Kern in 1894. They came to Gladwin County from Detroit and operated a farm near Oberlin for many years before his retirement. Mrs. Wegner preceded him in death.

   Surviving are two sons, Ernest and Otto, of Detroit; two daughters, Mrs. Alm Roman, of Coleman, and Mrs. Bertha Roman, of East Detroit; one brothere, Henry, of Gladwin; 30 grandchildren and 32 great grandchildren. Two sons, and three daughters also preceded him in death. Gladwin County Record dated 08-15/1962 Column - 7 Page - 1


GOTTLIEB WEGNER (31 MARCH 1875 - 4 JAN 1962) s/w Amanda

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO SHERMAN TWP MAN

 

   Funeral services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Round Lake Baptist Church for Gottlieb Wegner, 86, of Sherman Township, who died Thursday following a short illness. The Rev. Leon Franek and the Rev. Ernest Lautt officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. A retired Sherman Township farmer, Mr. Wegner was born in Poland on March 31, 1875, and came to Gladwin County from Cleveland in 1901. He was married to the former Amanda Schultz on Feb. 1, 1912, in Cleveland, and was a member of the Round Lake Baptist Church.

   Survivors include his wife, Amanda; three sons, Theodore of Gladwin, Alvin of Grosse Pointe Woods, and Lawrence of Orlando, Fla.; four daughters, Mrs. Evelyn Seib of Grosse Pointe Woods, Mrs. Ella VanPamel of Detroit, Mrs. Ruth Secord and Mrs. Jeanette Kehoe, of Livonia; two brothers, Gottfried of Coleman and Henry of Detroit; and 16 grandchildren. A son, Arthur, and two brothers, Michael and Emil, preceded him in death. Gladwin County Record dated 01-10/1962 Column - 5 Page - 1


MARIE D. (DIETRICH) WEGNER (1917 - ?) b. 1917, s/w Theodore C.


THEODORE C. WEGNER (8 NOV 1912 – 7 AUG 2006) s/w Marie D.

 

From the Gladwin County Record --- August 9, 2006

 

THEODORE C. WEGNER

 

Theodore C. "Ted" Wegner, 93, of Gladwin passed away Monday, Aug. 7, 2006 at the Mid Michigan Gladwin Pines Nursing Home. Ted was born Nov. 8, 1912 in Gladwin to Gottlieb and Amanda (Schultz) Wegner. He married the former Marie Dietrich on Sept. 4, 1936 in Gladwin. Ted has lived and farmed in Gladwin County all his life. He raised dairy cattle and draft horses. At the age of 89 he was still working the farm. Ted was a member of the Gladwin Cornerstone Baptist Church.

 

He is survived by his wife, Marie; and his children, James (Kay) Wegner of Clinton Township and their children, Suzanne, Carol, Michael and Becky; Joyce (Douglas) Gooding of Davison and their children Laurie and Scott; Karen (Larry) Flemion of Okemos and their daughter, Blair; and Kenneth(Debra) Wegner of Gladwin and their children, Mallory, Dominic and Brian. Also surviving are five Great-grandchildren; one brother, Alvin Wegner of Grosse Pointe Woods; and one sister, Jeannette Kehoe of Gladwin. He is predeceased by one brother, Lawrence; three sisters, Evelyn Seib, Ella Grant and Ruth Secord; and one granddaughter, Lisa.

 

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 11 at the Gladwin Cornerstone Baptist Church with Rev. Tony Alexander officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Friends may call at the Sisson Funeral Home on Thursday from 2-9 p.m. Memorials may be made to the church building fund.  
EUNICE LUCINDA (EDICK) WEIR (8 JAN 1854 - 11 JULY 1936)

 

Mrs. John Weir Dies Here on Saturday

 

Funeral services were held Tuesday moaning at the Wagarville Methodist church for Mrs. John Weir, conducted by Rev. M. F. Nash. Burial was at the Ridge cemetery. Born January 8, 1854, at Troy, Ohio, she came to Gladwin county with her parents, George and Laura Edick, in 1877. She married John Weir in Saginaw November 10, 1878. Mr. and Mrs. Weir made their home on a farm in section 8 in Gladwin township until they moved to Wagarville in 1914. She was preceded in death by her husband, who died four months ago, and one daughter, Mrs. Bessie Green, who died in Detroit in 1928. Mrs. Weir died Saturday, July 11.

 

She is survived by three daughters and one son, Mrs. Maude Alden of Detroit, Mrs. Hazel Greer of Saginaw, George Weir of Cheboygan and Mrs. Mae Hetherington of Gladwin; two sisters, Mrs. James R. Sayles of Stockbridge and Mrs. A. L. Jacobs of Gladwin; two brothers, B. E. Edick of Lawton and Harry Edick of Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 7-15/1936 Column – 7 Page – 2.


JOHN WEIR (10 OCT 1850 - 1 MARCH 1936)

 

John Weir Resident Since 1879 Dies

 

Services were held at the Wagarville Methodist church Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock for John Weir conducted by Rev. Ivan Hodgson and the I. O. O. F. lodge. Burial was at the Ridge cemetery. Mr. Weir died at his home at Wagarville, Saturday, March 1, after a long illness. He was born October 10, 1850 at Ottawa in Canada, and came to Michigan in 1875. He married Miss Eunice Edick in Saginaw November 10, 1877. In 1879 Mr. and Mrs. Weir came to Gladwin county and located on a farm in Gladwin township.

 

He is survived by Mrs. Weir; three daughters, Mrs. Maude Alden, Mrs. Mae Hetherington, Mrs. Hazel Greer, and one son, George Weir; one sister, Mrs. Rebecca Harty; 16 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. One daughter, Mrs. Bessie Green, died in

1928.

 

Friends from out of town called here by his illness and death were: Mr. and Mrs. Ira Alden of Detroit; Mr. and Mrs. Fred Greer, daughter Ortelle, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Buchanan, Floyd and Don McMillan, of Saginaw; Mr. and Mrs. George Weir of Cheboygan; Mrs. Harty of Allegan; Mrs. Clarence Cook of Detroit; and Mr. and Mrs. Albert Edick of Flint. Gladwin County Record dated 3-11/1936 Column – 6 Page – 1.


ALMA G. (HEFFNER) WELKER (28 MAY 1905 – 30 MAY 1993) s/w Charles & DeVere

 

Alma G. (Jerry) Welker, 88, of 1608 Pratt Lake Rd, Gladwin, died Sunday, May 30, 1993, in

the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Midland, after a short illness. Born in Sage Township, Gladwin County, May 28, 1905, she owned Charlie's Place Resort at Pratt's Lake and was a former member of the Gladwin FOE 3292.

 

The former Alma Heffner she was married to Charles Welker on Dec. 31, 1935, in Detroit. He preceded her in death on Nov. 25, 1972. Surviving are one son. Dexter Welker of Gladwin; a step-son, William Welker of Naples, Fla.; and 2 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. A son DeVere Welker preceded her in death in 1949 and a brother, Edwin Heffner died in 1984.

 

Rites were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel, The Rev. Mary Jo Schuetz officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery, Memorials may be made to the Hospice of Gladwin Area. Gladwin County Record dated 6-2/1993 Column – 4 Page – 2.


CHARLES WELKER (1887 – 25 NOV 1972) s/w Alma & DeVere

Charles Welker, 84, of Pratts Lake, died Saturday, Nov. 25, in the Gladwin Hospital after a short illness. Born in Ney, Ohio, on Dec. 5, 1887, he came to Gladwin County in 1932. Mr. Welker and the former Alma Heffner were married on Dec. 31, 1935, in Detroit. They owned and operated Charlie’s Place in Gladwin, until selling the bar in 1955.

 

Mr. Welker is survived by his wife; two sons, Dexter of Gladwin and Wiliam of Defiance, Ohio; and six grandchildren. Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. F. E. Voller officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery.

 

CHARLES DEXTER WELKER (11 JAN 1937 – 28 AUG 1993)

 

CHARLES WELKER

 

Charles Dexter Welker, 56, of 1608 Pratt Lake Rd., Gladwin, died suddenly Saturday, Aug. 28, 1993, in Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Gladwin. He was born in Gladwin on Jan. 11, 1937 and had spent his lifetime here. He was a computer operator for Dow Chemical Co. and retired in 1990. Mr. Welker was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles 3292.

Mr. Welker and the former Cecelia Burton were married May 24, 1958, In Tampa, Fla.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, William of New York; one daughter, Jo Jean Roberson of Gladwin; one brother, William of Florida; and 2 grandchildren.

 

Rites were held Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Fredrick Houghton officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. An Eagles Memorial Service was held Monday at 7 p.m. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Gladwin Area. Gladwin County Record dated 9-1/1993 Column – 4 Page – 2.


DEVERE WELKER (8 SEP 1927 – 7 APR 1949) s/w Alma & Charles

 

Long Illness Fatal to DeVere Welker

 

Funeral services for DeVere M. Welker, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Welker, were held Saturday afternoon at the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. B. E. Dawson, of the Skeels Baptist church, officiated and burial was made in the Ridge cemetery. DeVere was born in Detroit on

Sept. 8, 1927, and lived with his parents in Gladwin. He graduated from the Gladwin High School in 1946. He was taken ill on Oct. 27, 1948, and passed away April 7, 1949.

 

Surviving, in addition to his parents, are two brothers, Dexter, living at home, and William, of

Defiance, .Ohio; grandparents of Detroit, aunts, uncles and cousins and many friends. Gladwin County Record dated 4-13/1949 Column – 7 Page – 1.


JOHN LESLIE WELT (19 AUG 1924 - 28 JULY 2003)

 

   John L. Welt , 78, of Gladwin, Michigan passed away Monday, July 28, 2003 at his home. He was born Aug. 19, 1924 in Saugus, Massachusetts to Harold, and Florence (Cooke) Welt. John married the former Edith Huntsinger on Feb. 4, 1948 in Belleville. They came to Gladwin in 1986 from Grayling. John’s career was in service to his country. He was with the Michigan State Troops, United States Merchant Marines, having served aboard the U.S. Agwiscar, the U.S. Coast Guard and the Michigan National Guard from 1953 until retirement in 1984 as Chief Warrant Officer CW4. He also worked as a weather spotter with the U.S. Weather Bureau. He was a Ham Radio operator and a member of the retired Officers Association of the Michigan National Guard. John was also a member of the Wagarville Community United Methodist Church and was an avid gardener.

   Surviving are his wife, Edith; son John (Darlina) Welt of Grayling; daughter Jackie (Kernie) Gilliam of Gladwin; three grandchildren; one great-grandchild; brother Robert (Rose) Welt of Belleville; sister Virginia (LeRoy) Theiss of Wyandotte; and sister-in-law Shirley Welt of Belleville. One brother, Everett Welt, predeceased him Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thurs. Gladwin County Record dated 07-30/2003 Column - 5 Page - 2  

 

CONRAD WERNER (24 NOV 1842 - 5 JUNE 1909)

 

DEATH OF WAR VETERAN

 

   Conrad Werner died at his home in Franklin township, Clare county, June 5, after an illness of three months. Deceased was born in Pennslyvania, Nov. 24, 1842, and was aged 66 years, 6 months and 11 days. He was a civil war veteran. Five children survive him. Funeral services were held Tuesday at the Sherman church conducted by Rev. J. W. Tolly. Interment took place in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-10/1909 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

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EUGENE GRAY WESLEY (19 AUG 1900 - 23 JUNE 1923)

 

DROWNED WHILE BATHING

 

Eugene G. Wesley Seized with Cramps at Schulz Dam

Companions Unable to Save Him

 

Eugene G. Wesley was drowned Saturday evening, June 23, 1923, while swimming in the Schulz mill pond. With some companions he had gone to the pond for a swim. He was in the water only a short time when he was taken with cramps. He called for help, but they were unable to save him. His body was brought to the surface of the water about 15 minutes later.

A doctor was called but nothing could be done.

 

Eugene Wesley was born August 19, 1900, in Gladwin township, and was the youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. William Wesley. He spent his boyhood here, and married Ellen Ogg, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Ogg, Nov. 22, 1921, who survives him. They were living on the Ogg farm in Grout township. Eugene was of a happy disposition making friends with those whom he came in contact, who have shown their respect  in generous sympathy by doing whatever

they could to comfort the bereaved friends.

 

Besides his loving wife he leaves to mourn, his mother, Mrs. Wm. Wesley, three brothers, John and Howard of Gladwin and Robert of Detroit; two sisters, Mrs. Bert Hutson and Mrs. Norman Bergey of Gladwin, many other relatives and a large circle of associates who will

miss one they loved to meet. Funeral services were held in the M. E. church in Gladwin Tuesday at 2 p. m. Rev E. T. Smith officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 6-28/1923 Column – 7 Page – 1.


HENRY MILTON WESLEY (09 SEP 1896 - 22 APRIL 1918)

 

   WESLEY---Henry Milton Wesley died at his home in Detroit April 22, 1918, after nine days illness with pneumonia. The body was brought to Gladwin April 23, and taken to the home of his mother, Mrs. William Wesley. He was born in Gladwin township September 9, 1896, and lived with his parents until the fall of 1914, when he went to Detroit where he learned the barber's trade at which he worked until the demand for men in government work became so great that he left to work for the Bower Rolling Baring Co., where he has been employed since.

   He was married to Miss Antinetta Christina Hahn, April 9, 1917, and they were preparing to move to her father's farm at Maysville when he was suddenly taken ill. Besides his wife he is survived by mother, Mrs. William Wesley, four brothers, John and Robt. Wesley of Detroit. Howard Wesley of Hockaday, Eugene Wesley who lives with his mother, and two sisters, Mrs. Bert Hutson of Hockaday and Mrs. Norman Bergey of Gladwin township.

   Services were held Thursday afternoon at the Methodist Episcopal church conducted by Rev. J. H. Cornelius. Burial in the Ridge cemetery.

   Beyond this fight of time, Beyond this vale of death, There is surely some blessed clime, Nor life's affection translent fire, Whose sparks fly upward to expire, Our faith beholds the dying here, Translated to that happier sphere. Gladwin County Record dated 05-02/1918 Column - 5 Page - 5

 

JOHN WESLEY (14 JUNE 1880 – 8 OCT 1932)

 

John Wesley of Butman township was born June 14, 1880, and died Saturday night, Oct. 8, 1932, in Rochester, Michigan. Mr. Wesley had been in poor health for the past year, but had kept working until about three weeks ago. Last Friday he went to Rochester to obtain medical aid, seeming to stand the trip and feeling encouraged, but death came suddenly and unexpectedly Saturday night and he passed away at the home of his friends, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Hall.

 

He came to this country from Ontario with his parents when he was about eight years of age and with the exception of a few years that he lived in Flint, had been a resident in this community. Jan. 16, 1906, he was married to Nettie Demaray, who is left to mourn this unexpected loss. Those who knew him testify to his happy disposition and speak their sense of loss in his passing.

 

Besides his wife he leaves to mourn one daughter, Mrs. Etrill Diller; his mother, Mrs. William Wesley, of Gladwin; two brothers, Howard of Butman and Robert of Detroit; two sisters, Mrs. Bert Hutson of Gladwin and Mrs. Norman Bergy of Wynn, Mich.; also other relatives and many friends.

 

The body was returned to Gladwin Sunday and services were held from the home of his mother Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 11, and from the Gladwin Methodist church, Rev. L. M. Whitney officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 10-13/1932 Column – 4 Page – 1.

 

MARY JANE WESLEY (14 JUNE 1859 - 13 FEB 1936)

 

Mary Jane Wesley died February 13 of a complication of diseases at the  home of her daughter, Mrs. Bert Hutson, on Silver Leaf street, after an illness of 10 weeks. A daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John McVeigh she was born June 14, 1859, at Maberly, Ontario, and married William Wesley of Frontenac county, Ontario, July 19, 1879. Forty-nine years ago they came to Michigan and located on land eight miles northeast of Gladwin.

   Mr. Wesley came first and prepared a cabin with home made furniture in a clearing. He then returned to Canada for his family. He became one of the best and most substantial farmers in Gladwin county. Mr. Wesley died March 13, 1914.

   Surviving her are two daughters, Mrs. Bert Hutson and Mrs. Norman Bergey of Gladwin; two sons, Howard Wesley of Gladwin and Robert Wesley of Detroit; three sisters, Mrs. Anna Wilmot of Kingston, Ont., Mrs. Elizabeth Harrison of teh Canadian Northwest, and Mrs. Archie Foutch of Gladwin; three brothers, Robert Joseph McVeigh of Maberty, Ont., and John McVeigh of the Canadian Northwest.

   Services were held at the Methodist Episcopal church Sunday afternoon at two o'clock, conducted by Rev. Grant L. Jordan. Burial was at the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-26/1936 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

MEMORY

 

   On "a" birthday when Mary Jane was older, she had her picture taken with a birthday cake. On the cake were 13 porcelain dolls (with movable arms and legs, dressed) which adorned the cake. Thirteen granddaughters were present for this birthday celebration. Eileen Bergey believes the cake was made by Mary Jane's daughter-in-law, Jessie (Locke) Wesley (wife of Robert).

   Eileen Bergey had one of those tiny little porcelain dolls for many years. When I (Norma Valley) first saw it (1940s) it still had movable arms and legs, but no clothes. Don't know what ever became of it!

   Eileen was not terribly fond of her grandmother, as Mary Jane was extremely strong willed. Eileen favored Mary Jane's sister, Maggie, who was sweet-tempered and quiet.

   When William died Mary Jane tried to keep the farm going. With the assistance of various relatives (sons-in-laws Norman Bergey and Bert Hutson, son, Howard Wesley - and maybe more). One of these would move out to the Wesley Homestead and work the farm. Memory is that Mary Jane was so cantankerous they couldn't keep it up.  Mary Jane then sold the farm and moved to Gladwin.

 

MYRTLE WESLEY (1894 - 16 FEB 1900) Aged 5 years, 7 months & 11 days

 

A 6-year old daughter of Wm. Wesley, of Gladwin township died Friday of scarletina. Funeral services were held Sunday. Gladwin County Record dated 2-23/1900 Column – 2 Page – 5.


NETTIE (DEMARAY) WESLEY (16 AUG 1885 - 13 JULY 1954)

 

Services Held for Former Resident

 

Mrs. Nettie Wesley, 69, a former resident of Gladwin county, passed away July 13, at Hurley hospital in Flint. Nettie Demaray was born in Sanilac county, August 16, 1885. She was married, to John Wesley, who passed away about 22 years ago. Mrs. Wesley resided in Gladwin county until about 20 years ago when she went to Flint and later to Clio, where she was residing at the time of her death.

 

She is survived by four sisters, Sue Wilson of Detroit; Beatrice Irwin of Bentley; Ethel Hall of

Brighton; and Clara Delp of Elyria, Ohio. One daughter, Anna Mae and two sisters, Majorie and Anna and a brother, Duncan preceded her in death.

 

Funeral services will be held Friday, at 2:00 p. m. at Hall's Funeral Home. The Rev. E. F.

Rhoades will oficiate and burial will be in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 7-14/1954 Column – 7 Page – 1.

 

SUE A. (FOOR) WESTFALL (12 AUG 1944 – 23 DEC 2004)

 

Sue A. Westfall, 60, of Gladwin died Dec. 23, 2004 in Sage Township, suddenly. She was born Aug. 12, 1944 in Gladwin to Wendell and Edna (Berg) Foor. She was a homemaker, living in Gladwin County for 17 years, having previously resided in Livingston County. She married James Westfall in Brighton on June 4, 1988, Sue attended Our Savior Lutheran Church.

 

Surviving her are her husband, James Westfall of Gladwin County; daughter Dana (James) Roth of Indianapolis, Indiana; sons, Ryan Garner of Ann Arbor, Brett (Stacie) Garner of Fort Wayne, Indiana, James (Michelle) Westfall of Plymouth Township, and Steven (Stacie) Westfall of Dearborn Heights; five grandchildren; sisters, Karolyn (Harry) Martin of Marion, Barbara (William) Doty of Gladwin, and Sandra (Philip) Smith of Pennsylvania; her brother, Ed Foor of Gladwin; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents.

 

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, Dec. 28 at our Savior Lutheran Church, with Pastor Timothy Verity officiating. Burial took place at Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin. Memorial contributions may be made to Our Savior Lutheran Church-Building Fund. Gladwin County Record dated 12/29/2004.

 

LEWIS W. WHEELER (1910 - 1975)
ELIZABETH N. WHELPLEY (27 APRIL 1926 – 10 SEP 2003) s/w George E.
GEORGE E. WHELPLEY (10 OCT 1923 - ?) s/w Elizabeth N.
MICHAEL R. WHISLER (12 APR 1956 – 12 OCT 1990)

 

Michael R. Whisler, 34, of Tacoma, Wash., died Friday, Oct. 12, 1990, in Tacoma. Born in Midland, April 12, 1956, he graduated from Gladwin High School in 1974 and joined the Air

Force in 1976.

 

Surviving are a daughter, Mica Roberts of Wyoming; his parents, Robert and Lucille Whisler of Gladwin; one brother, Robert of Camas, Wash.; and his grandparents, Elmer Koontz of Gladwin and Margaret  McCombs of Midland.

 

A memorial service will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Wayne Jensen will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Wagarville United Methodist Church. Gladwin County Record dated 10-24/1990 Column – 2 Page – 2.

 

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CATHERINE WHITE (8 MARY 1874 - 12 JUNE 1969)

 

Rites Held for Mrs. White, 95

 

Mrs. Catherine White, 95, of Sage Township, died Thursday evening, June 12, at the home of

her daughter, Mrs. Ethel Glazier, with whom she lived following an illness of several months.

Born in Liverpool, England, on May 8, 1874, she moved to Canada as a child and to the United States in 1924. Mrs. White came to Gladwin County 10 years ago from Novi.

 

Besides her 1 daughter, Mrs. Glazier, she is survived by one son, William of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.; four grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Miner-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Carl W.F. Moyer officiated and burial

was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 6-18/1969 Column – 3 Page – 1.


CLINT DONALD WHITE (13 FEB 1983 - 1 OCT 1999) Beloved son & brother, Forever in our hearts, “16”

Clinton White, 16, of Gladwin, died Friday, Oct. 1, 1999 at home. Born Feb. 13, 1983 in Midland, he was the son of Donald and Pamela (Staley) White. He attended Gladwin High School alternative ed, Cornerstone Baptist Church, Awana, and Sunday School. He loved to ride jet skis, motorcycles, and playing his guitar. Surviving are his parents, Donald and Pamela of Gladwin; two brothers, Chad and wife Nicole of Midland, and Brad and fiancee, Jessica Miller of Gladwin; his grandparents, Irvine White of Gladwin, and Marita Staley of Coleman; and several aunts and uncles. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Bernard Staley, July 1994 and Lorraine White, September 1999. Services were held at 1 p.m. Monday at the Gladwin Cornerstone Baptist Church with Rev. Tony Alexander officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Sisson Funeral Home, Gladwin, was in charge of the arrangements. Gladwin County Record

FRANCES LORRAINE (SACKETT) WHITE (26 MARCH 1915 - 25 SEP 1999) m. 21 Jun 1936, s/w Irvine George

 

FRANCES LORRAINE WHITE

 

Frances Lorraine White, 84, of Gladwin, died Saturday, Sept. 25, 1999 at Health Source,

Saginaw. She had been ill due to a stroke which occurred the previous March. Born March 26, 1915 in Ann Arbor, she was the daughter of Daniel and Mary (Vannest) Sackett. Frances married Irvine G. White, June 21, 1926 in Gladwin, after moving to her grandparents, Turner and Emma Vannest's home in Gladwin in 1933.

 

For many years she wrote a column "Along M-18" for The Gladwin County Record and Beaverton Clarion. She also taught sewing for the local 4-H chapter. Frances enjoyed spending time with her family, gardening, and swimming at Sugar Springs.

 

Besides her husband, she is survived by two sons, Ken and wife Mona of Freeland, and Don and wife Pam of Gladwin; five sisters, Bernice Reznick, Virginia Brandt, Irene Jones, and Alva Ball, all of the Detroit area, and Carol Robinson of Temple, Ga; two sisters-in-law,

Delores Sackett of Warren and Gail Sackett of Flint; five grandchildren; and three great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Eleanor Ludwig; and three brothers, Lewis, James, and Robert Sackett.

 

A memorial service will be held today (Wednesday) at 1 p.m. at the Gladwin First United Methodist Church. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider the American Diabetes Association. Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin was in charge of the

arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 9-29/1999 Column – 1 Page – 2.

 

FRANCES LORRAINE WHITE

 

Frances Lorraine White, 84, of Gladwin, died Saturday, Sept. 25, 1999 at Health Source,

Saginaw. She had been ill due to a stroke which occurred the previous March. Born March 26, 1915 in Ann Arbor, she was the daughter of Daniel and Mary (Vannest) Sackett.

Frances married Irvine G. White, June 21, 1936 in Gladwin, after moving to her grandparents, Turner and Emma Vannest's home in Gladwin in 1933.

 

For many years she wrote a column "Along M-18" for The Gladwin County Record and Beaverton Clarion. She also taught sewing for the local 4-H chapter. Frances enjoyed spending time with her family, gardening, and swimming at Sugar Springs.

 

Besides her husband, she is survived by two sons, Ken and wife Mona of Freeland, and Don

and wife Pam of Gladwin; five sisters, Bernice Reznick, Virginia Brandt, Irene Jones, and Alva Ball, all of the Detroit area, and Carol Robinson of Temple, Ga; two sisters-in-law,

Delores Sackett of Warren and Gail Sackett of Flint; five grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Eleanor Ludwig; and three brothers, Lewis, James, and Robert Sackett.

 

A memorial service will be held today (Wednesday) at 1 p.m. at the Gladwin First United

Methodist Church. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider the

American Diabetes Association. Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin was in charge of the

arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 10-6/1999 Column – 4 Page – 2.


GENEVIEVE WHITE (11 SEP 1890 - 13 APRIL 1909) Aged 8 years, 7 months & 2 days, Daughter of Margaret & Joseph White

 

WHITE.

 

Genevieve, daughter of Joseph White, of Gladwin township, died Tuesday morning after an illness of about four months. Deceased was 19 years old. Funeral services will be conducted today at the residence at 1 p.m. by Rev. G. B. Day. Gladwin County Record dated 4-15/1909 Column – 4 Page – 1.

 

WHITE.

 

Genevieve, daughter of Joseph White, aged 18 years, 7 months and 2 days, died at her home north of Gladwin April 13. She was born in Haliburton county, Ontario, Sept. 11, 1890, and moved to Gladwin with her parents when 8 years old. Her parents, five sisters, one brother and a host of friends mourn her loss. Funeral services were held Thursday at the Ridge church, conducted by Rev. G. B, Day. Gladwin County Record dated 4-22/1909 Column – 5 Page – 5.


GEORGE WILLIAM WHITE (22 APR 1884 – 11 NOV 1966)

 

Illness Fatal to Elder Geo. White

 

Elder George W. White, 82, of Gladwin, died Friday morning, Nov. 11 following a long illness.

Mr. White was born in Haliburton County, Ont., Canada, April 22, 1884. He was married to the former Maude White in Lindsey, Ont., July 7, 1907, and came to Gladwin County in 1910. In 1916 he became pastor of the Gladwin Branch of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, and continued until his retirement in 1955.

 

Survivors include his wife, Maude; two daughters, Mrs. Gladys Goheen of Arizona, and Mrs. Faye . Haines of Gladwin; two sons, Irvine of Gladwin, and Verl of Flint; eight grandchildren

and 16 great grandchildren.

 

Services were held Sunday at 2:00 p. m. at the Hall Funeral Home with the Elders Jay Doty

and Harold McAllister officiating. Burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-16/1966 Column – 2 Page – 1.

IRVINE GEORGE WHITE (16 JULY 1909 - 11 JULY 2002) m. 21 Jun 1936, s/w Frances Lorraine

 

Irvine G. White, age 92, of Gladwin passed away Thursday July 11, 2002 at MidMichigan Medical Center, Gladwin after a short illness. He was born July 16, 1909 in Gooderham, Ontario to William G. and Maude White. They moved to Gladwin when he was nine months old. Irvine was graduated from Gladwin County Normal (C.M.U.) in 1933, and taught in the rural school system. On June 12, 1936 he married Frances Lorraine Sackett. They were married 63 years until her death in 1999. In 1941 he was hired by Dow Chemical Co., where he worked until his retirement in 1971. He was an active member of the Gladwin Chapter of the Moose.
Surviving are his sons Kenneth (Mona) White of Freeland, and Donald (Pam) White of Gladwin; grandsons Robert White of Freeland, Michael (Kathy) White of Freeland, Chad (Nicole) White of Midland, and Brad (Jessica) White of Gladwin; great grandchildren Justyne White, Megan White, Jacob White, Isabela White, and Brandon White; sister Faye Haines and brother Verl (Jeanette) White. One sister, Gladys, grandson Clint White, and great-grandson Jacob Bradley White predeceased him.
A memorial service was held Monday, July 15, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at the Community of Christ Church, Gladwin, with Elder Marlene Haines officiating. Burial of his ashes will take place at a later date at Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin, Michigan. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Donor’s favorite charity or MidMichigan Hospice.

 


JACOB BRADLEY WHITE (? - 20 JULY 2000)

 

Jacob Bradley White, infant son of Chad A. and Nichole (Dittenber) White was born and died Thursday, July 20, 2000 at MidMichigan Medical Center.
Besides his parents, he is survived by his grandparents, Elisabeth and Christopher Loose, and Richard Dittenber, all of Midland and Donald and Pamela White of Gladwin; aunts and uncles, Brad and Jessica White of Gladwin, Jillian Dittenber and Carver and Karly Loose, all of Midland.
He was preceded in death by an uncle, Clint White.
A private family service has taken place. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin.
Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Directors, Midland, were in charge of the arrangements.

 


MAUDE WHITE (16 AUG 1889 – 11 SEP 1982)

 

MAUDE WHITE

 

Mrs. Maude White, 93, of 3049 N. M-18, Gladwin, died Saturday, Sept. 11, in the Gladwin Area Hospital following a short illness. Born in Haliburton County, Ont., on August 16, 1889, she came to Gladwin County in 1910. The former Maude White, she was married to George W. White on July 7, 1907, in Lindsey, Ont. He preceded her in death November 11,1966.

 

Surviving are 2 sons, Irvine and Verl of Gladwin; 2 daughters, Mrs. Gladys Hannon and Mrs. Faye Haines of Gladwin; one brother, Cecil White of Toronto; 2 sisters, Mrs. Nell Ferguson of Toronto and Mrs. Pearl Mackley of Saginaw; 8 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren and 17

great great grandchildren.

 

Services were held Monday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Elders

Roger and Larry Haines officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the R.L.D.S. Woodlands Campground. Gladwin County Record dated 9-15/1982 Column – 3 Page – 2.


THOMAS WHITE (20 AUG 1850 – 4 DEC 1914)

 

WHITE

 

Thomas White of Gladwin township departed this life Dec. 4 after two months illness with dropsy. He was born in the province of Quebec, Canada, August 20, 1850. In early manhood he went to Ontario where he remained until 1899, when he came to Michigan and has since made his home here. He is survived by five brothers and one sister.

 

Funeral services were held at the home of his brother, Joseph White, Sunday afternoon at 1:30, conducted by Rev. Burt of Beaverton. Interment in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-10/1914 Column – 5 Page – 7.


WILLIAM GEORGE WHITE (17 APR 1854 – 15 MARCH 1931)

 

William George White died March 15, 1931, at the home of his son in Sage township. He was born April 17, 1854, in Quebec and was 76 years, 10 months and 26 days old, and had been a resident of Sage township 21 years, Funeral services are held today with burial at Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 3-19/1931 Column – 7 Page – 1.

 

WILLIAM GEORGE WHITE

 

William George White was born April 17, 1854, at Hemmingford, Quebec, Canada, and departed this life March 15, 1931, at the home of his only son George in Sage township,

Gladwin county, at the age of 76 years, 10 months and 26 days.

 

In his boyhood days he moved with his parents to Haliburton county, Ontario, Canada, where he helped to make a home out of the heavy timbered land. He worked at the lumbering business and railroad work for many years to help maintain the home.

 

April, 1881, he was united in marriage to Sadie Maxwell who preceded him in death May 26, 1884. To this union were born two children, one daughter, Lillian Maude, later Mrs. Emmett Clingerman, who departed this life March 21, 1926, and one son, George of Gladwin, Mich.,

who survives him.

 

In April, 1910, he moved to Gladwin, Mich., where he had previously purchased a farm. He was a loving father, patient in disposition and gained the confidence of every one whom he became associated with. He was a member of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, being baptized into the same Aug 30, 1909. He continued a faithful member, striving to live in accordance to the divine teachings of the Master at all times.

 

He leaves to mourn his departure his son, George, and wife and family, where he will be greatly missed in thehome; one sister, Mrs. David Madill of Cando, Saskatchewan; three

brothers, John White of Toronto, Ont., Albert White of Gooderham, Ont., and Samuel White of Lacomb, Alberta; and a host of friends and relatives and his many brothers and sisters in the church.

 

Funeral sevices were held Thursday, March 19, at the L. D. S. church at Section Eight, conducted by Elder George W. Burt, followed by internment in Ridge cemetery beside his

only daughter. Gladwin County Record dated 3-26/1931 Column – 2 Page – 1.


MALCOLM W. WHITFORD (19 NOV 1926 - 26 SEP 2003)

 

Malcolm Wright Whitford, passed away Sept. 26, 2003. He was born to V.O. Bud  and Jean (Wright) Whitford Nov. 19, 1926, in Butler, Penn. Malcolm enlisted out of high school in the Army and served from 1944 to 1945, beginning his schooling for his career as a civil engineer. He married Ethel May Spike in 1947. They celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary in June this year. Malcolm worked for the city of Saginaw until 1964 when he moved his family to Clare, taking a job with the Clare County Road Commission as an engineer. He was a member of the Clare Osteopathic Hospital Board and after his retirement served on the Hatton Township Board.
He is survived by his wife Ethel; six children; and eleven grandchildren; Kate (Ron) Tripp of Saline, Mich., and children Rachel, Susan and Aaron; Nancy (Fred) McHale of Doylestown, Penn., and daughter Gillian; Jim (Sue) Whitford of Clare; Mack (Jan) Whitford of Portsmouth, Virg., and children Meg, Lydia and Peter; Sam (Linda) Whitford of Eagle, Idaho, and children Nikki and Russ; Becky (Steven) Marvin of Lansing, and daughters Naomi and Abby.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Oct. 7 at 11 a.m. at Gladwin Free Methodist Church where Malcolm and Ethel are members. Visitation will be held Monday, Oct. 6 from 2 to 8 p.m. at Sisson Funeral Home. Sisson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

 


CLARENCE EDWARD WHITMAN (6 MAY 1907 - 20 NOV 1907) Aged 6 months, 14 days, Son of G & S Whitman

 

Clarence Edward, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Whitman, aged 6 months and 14 days, died Nov. 20 at Wagarville. Interment at McClure, Nov. 22. Gladwin County Record dated 11-28/1907 Column – 5 Page – 5.


BETTY L. WILEY (30 NOV 1931 - 15 AUG 2002)

Betty L. Wiley, age 70, of Gladwin, died August 15, 2002 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Gladwin, suddenly. She was born November 30, 1931 to Paul and Sophia (Wyrembeski) Ferdig at Mt. Clemens, Michigan. She was a secretary at Industrial Design Models Inc., Mt. Clemens. She lived in Gladwin County since 1991, having moved from Harrison Township.She married Samuel R. Wiley on September 17, 1955 at Mt. Clemens.

She is survived by her husband, Samuel Wiley of Gladwin; three daughters, Deborah A. (Joseph) Miller of St. Clair Shores, S. Lorraine (Guy) Stadwick of St. Clair Shores, and Robin (Michael) Stone of Augusta, Georgia; six grandchildren; one sister, Dianne (Marvin) Divito of Mt. Clemens; several nieces and nephews.

Her parents and her brother, Henry Ferdig, preceded her in death. The funeral service was held at 1 p.m. Monday, August 19, 2002 at Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin. Pastor Brad Withrow officiated. Burial took place at Ridge Cemetery in Gladwin.

ADINA WILL (1903 – 21 JAN 1915) s/w Augusta & Gustave

 

WILL

 

Adina, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Will of Butman, died Jan. 21 at 7 p. m., aged 12 years, seven months and 20 days. Deceased had been ill some time with lung trouble. Services were held at the German Baptist church Monday morning, Rev. P. E. Penner officiating. Interment in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 1-28/1915 Column – 5 Page – 5.


AUGUSTA R. WILL (4 JULY 1905 – 1 JUNE 1997) s/w Adina & Gustave

 

AUGUSTA R. “GUSSIE” WILL

 

Augusta R. “Gussie” Will, 91, of Gladwin, died Sunday, June 1, 1997 at the Gladwin Nursing Home. Born July 4, 1905 in Gladwin, Gussie was a member of the Round Lake Baptist Church. She was an avid bible reader and enjoyed quilting, gardening, and white cross work

for the ladies’ mission of Round Lake Baptist Church. She attended Winkler Bible College in Manatoba, Canada. She then moved to Cincinnati, Ohio to follow her nursing career.

 

Gussie is survived by her guardian (who is also her nephew) and his wife, Eldon and Gail Will of Gladwin, along with several other nieces and nephews. Gussie is also survived by one sister, Lydia Helwig of Dallas, Texas. She was predeceased by four brothers and four sisters.

 

Services were held at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Round Lake Baptist Church. Reverend Robert F. Brown and Reverend Dave Winters officiated. Visitation was held from 1-4 p.m. Tuesday at the Sisson Funeral Home. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Round Lake Baptist Church - White Cross Fund. Gladwin County Record dated 6-4/1997 Column – 1 Page – 2.


GUSTAVE WILL (1895 – 23 MAR 1912) s/w Adina & Augusta

 

WILL.

 

Gustave Will, aged 17, died at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Will, Saturday. He came from Russia with his parents about nine years ago. The funeral services were held at the Baptist church at Round Lake., Tuesday at 10 a.m. interment took place in Gladwin cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 3-28/1912 Column – 2 Page – 6.


HENRY WILL (30 JULY 1864 – 16 DEC 1942) s/w Regina

 

Services Held for Henry Will of Butman

 

Henry Will of Butman township died Wednesday, December 16th. Mr. Will was born July 30, 1864 in Bude Romoka, Poland and married Regina Netzer February 12, 1890. They came to America and settled on a farm in Butman township June 25, 1903.

 

Six children preceded Mr. Will in death, seven surviving besides his wife: Miss Olga Will, Miss

Gussie Will, and Albert Will of Detroit, Mrs. Phillip Pfaff of Cleveland, Mrs. Wilfred Helwig

of Dallas, Texas, Mrs. John D. Klassen and Henry Will of Gladwin, and 10 grandchildren.

 

Services were held at the Butman Mennonite church Sunday, December 20th with Rev. J.J.

Krocker officiating. Burial was made in Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-23/1942 Column – 1 Page – 1.


JOSEPH WILL (17 MARCH 1907 - 27 JUNE 1938)

 

Joseph Will Dies In Detroit Monday

 

Joseph Will, son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Will, died at the home of his sister, Mrs. John

Klassen in Detroit Monday, June 27. Funeral services will be held today at 2 o'clock at the Mennonite Brethren church in Butman. Gladwin County Record dated 6-29/1938 Column – 8 Page – 1.


REGINA (NETZER) WILL (20 DEC 1868 – 17 MAR 1949) s/w Henry

 

Mrs. Will Buried in Ridge

 

Funeral services for Mrs. Regina Will, 80, were held at the Round Lake Baptist church on Sunday afternoon with burial in the Ridge cemetery. The Rev. Victor Prendinger, pastor of the church officiated.

 

Regina Netzer Will, a resident of Gladwin county for the past 46 years, was born in Russia Poland on December 20, 1868, and was married there to Henry Will on February 12, 1890. He died in Gladwin on December 16, 1942. Mrs. Will passed away at her farm home in Butman township on Thursday, March 17, after an illness of §ix years.

 

She is survived by two sons, Albert Will of Detroit and Henry Will of Gladwin; five daughters,

Mrs. Olga Nitsch of Detroit, Mrs. Martha Pfaff of Cleveland, Ohio, Mrs. Lydia Helwig of Dallas, Texas, Miss Augusta Will of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Mrs. Adelia Klassen of Gladwin; also 12 grandchildren. One daughter and five sons preceded their mother in death. Gladwin County Record dated 3-23/1949 Column – 6 Page – 1.

JAMIE LYNN WILLFORD (8 JULY 1977 - 10 JULY 1977)

 

JAMIE WILLFORD

 

   Jamie Lynn Willford, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Willford of Gladwin, died Sunday, July 10, in the Saginaw General Hospital. She was born July 8, 1977, in the Midland Hospital. Besides her parents, she is survived by her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Sharp of Gladwin and Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Willford of Clare; and great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Nettleton and Mrs. Gertrude Sharp of Gladwin, Mrs. Mildred Willford of Clare and Mrs. Marjorie Gifford of Flint. Services were held today, Wednesday; at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Herbert Biermann officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 07-13/1977 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

 

MICHAEL D.  WILLFORD (26 DEC 1955 – 11 MAR 1983)

 

Michael D. Willford (Midland Daily News, March 14, 1983)

 

Michael D. Willford, 27, of Gladwin, died Friday in Gladwin area Hospital.

He was born Dec. 26, 1955, in Clare and had been a lifetime resident of the area.  He married the former Carol Jean Sharp, March 19, 1977, in Gladwin.

He leaves his wife; daughter, Mandy Marie Willford; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Willford of Gladwin; grandmother, Mildred Willford of Gladwin; brothers, Donald Willford of Beaverton, Robert Wiliford and Greg Wiliford, and sisters, Lucy Rebecca Willford and Lisa Willford, all of Gladwin.

Services were held at 2 p.m. today in Hall Funeral Home Gladwin Chapel with the Rev. Donald L. Bates officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin.

 

EDWARD CHARLES WILLIAMS (17 MARCH 1916 - 27 DEC 1988)

 

US ARMY WWII

 

FRANK H. WILLIAMS (1 SEP 1904 - 24 DEC 1972)

 

FRANK WILLIAMS

 

   Frank H. Williams, 68, of 2389 Andy's Lane, Beaverton, died suddenly Sunday afternoon while ice fishing on the Tittabawassee River in Hay Township. Mr. Williams was born in Sturgeon Bay, Wisc., on Sept. 1, 1904. He moved to Kalamazoo in 1929 and to Mt. Clemens in 1948. He retired as a carpenter and moved to Gladwin County in 1970. He married the former Lucy Joy in Royal Oak Dec. 31, 1948.

   Besides her wife, he is survived by two daughters, one son, one sister and three grandchildren. Services will be held Thursday at 1:00 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. John Hieber will officiated and burial will be in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-27/1972 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

MARIE (DAVISON) WILLIAMS (1859 – 31 OCT 1942)

 

Services Held Today for Mrs. Marie Williams

 

Mrs. Marie Williams, 83, died at her home in Gladwin county Saturday evening, October 31. Mrs. Williams was born in Durham, Eng. in 1859. She was married to George Ayre on May 18, 1876 in Durham. In 1881 they came to London, Canada, where they lived until October of 1889 when they came to the United States and settled in Gladwin county. Mr. Ayre died May 18, 1906. In January, 1912 She was married to William R. Williams who died in Detroit on March 26, 1923. Mrs. William returned to England twice to visit her mother. Once in 1908 and again in 1926.

 

She is survived by five children, Mrs. Anna Partridge of Flint, Tom Ayre of Gladwin, Mrs. Ernest Gentz, Mrs. Mae Bryant and Leo of Flint. Seventeen grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, two brothers, Wheatley and Thomas Davison, and three sisters who are

still in England.

 

Funeral services were held Wednesday morning at 10:00 at Rogers Funeral Home. Burial was in Ridge cemetery with Rev. Eric Whiting officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 11-4/1942 Column – 4 Page – 1.

VIRGINIA WILLIAMS (10 JULY 1917 - 27 DEC 2003) 

 

Virginia Ginny Williams, 86, of Winter Haven, formerly of Gladwin, passed away Dec. 27 in Florida. She was born in Saginaw on July 10, 1917 to Harry and Florence Woods. She married Ward B. Williams. He predeceased her on Dec. 16, 1989.
She is survived by 5 daughters: Becky (Larry) Mansfield of Gladwin; Linda (Robert) Grindahl of Saginaw; Anne (Fred) Harris of Strongsville, Ohio; Kathy of San Antonio, Texas; and Marty of Baltimore, Maryland; 5 grandchildren and 3 Great-grandchildren. Also, special friend Jim Carland.  She leaves two sisters: Mrs. Suzanne Riser and Mrs. Betty Reid. Ginny was an avid golfer and member of the First Presbyterian Church in Lake Alfred, Florida.
A memorial service will be held at Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin on Jan. 3, 2004 at 1 p.m. with Pastor Phil Hortop officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to Good Shepherd Hospice, 105 Arneson Ave., Auburndale, FL 33823.


WARD B. WILLIAMS (28 APRIL 1918 - 16 DEC 1989)

 

WARD WILLIAMS

 

Ward B. Williams, 71, of 4686 S. Bard Rd., Beaverton, died Saturday, Dec. 16, 1989, in Blodgett Hospital, Grand Rapids, after an illness of 4 years. Born in Saginaw, April 28, 1918, he came to Gladwin County 20 years ago from Saginaw. Mr. Williams owned the Gladwin Oil

Co. for 16 years until retiring in 1985. He served in the Marines during World War II. He had been a member of the Gladwin County Fair Board, the Gladwin Rotary Club, Gladwin County Chamber of Commerce and enjoyed bowling and golfing.

 

Mr. Williams and the former Virginia Woods were married, Jan. 25, 1946, in Saginaw. Besides his wife, he is survived by 5 daughters, Mrs. Larry (Becky) Mansfield of Gladwin, Mrs. Robert (Linda) Grindahl of Saginaw, Mrs. Fred (Anne) Harris and Marty Williams of Ohio and Kathy Williams of Texas; and 5 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother and a sister.

 

A memorial service was held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel, with the Rev. Roger Browne and the Rev. Donald Keen officiating. Memorials may be made to the Beaverton Presbyterian Church. Gladwin County Record dated 12-20/1989 Column – 2 Page – 2.

 

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GERALDINE GLADYS (BIRKHOLZ) WILLIS (14 MARCH 1919 – 2 JAN 2011) s/w John E.

 

Geraldine Gladys Willis, age 91, of Gladwin, MI, passed away on Sunday, January 2, 2011 at the Mid-Michigan Medical Center-Gladwin Campus. She was born March 14, 1919 in Forreston, IL the daughter of the late John and Martha Birkholz.

 

Geraldine loved the Lord. She was a very loving and precious person who was loved by everyone who knew her. She enjoyed word puzzles, crocheting, listening to gospel music and was an avid reader.

 

She married John E. Willis in Saginaw, MI, on April 19, 1952. She retired from Dow Chemical in 1975.

 

She was preceded in death by her husband John "Jack" Willis, Brothers Raymond and Milton.

 

She is survived by a sister, Lillian (Dolly) Parker of Warren, MI; sister in law Laura Birkholz of Clinton Township, MI. Nieces and Nephews; Ellen (Roy) Smith of Houghton Lake, MI; Patricia Birkholz of Gladwin, MI; Sue Winn of Clinton Township, MI; Linda Joost of Mt. Clemens, MI; Greg (Margaret) Parker of Warren, MI; David Birkholz of Rochester, MI and William (Marla) Birkholz of Sterling Heights, MI. Also many loving great nieces and nephews and 2 great great nieces.

 

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, January 8, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. at the Emmanuel Baptist Church with Pastor Joe Dorais officiating. Visitation will be held Friday, January 7, 2011 from 2-8 P.M. at the Sisson Funeral Home. Interment will be in Ridge Cemetery


JOHN E. WILLIS (6 OCT 1911 – 16 FEB 1993) m. Mar 1952, s/w Geraldine G.

 

JOHN WILLIS

 

John E. Willis. 81, of Butman Township, died Tuesday. Feb. 16, 1993, in Palm Harbor, Fla.. after a short illness. Born in Saginaw on Oct. 6, 1911 he moved to Gladwin in 1976 from Saginaw. Mr. Willis retired from Great Lakes Express in 1973 after 31 years. He was a

veteran of World War II.

 

Mr. Willis and the former Geraldine Birkholz were married April 19, 1952 in Gladwin.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by a sister Lorraine Lamie of Utica; and several nieces and

nephews. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Gladwin County Record dated 2-24/1993 Column – 2 Page – 2.

 

MEMORIAL SERVICE SATURDAY

 

A memorial service will be held for John E. Willis of Butman Township, Saturday, May 15, at

1:30 p.m. at the Round Lake Baptist Church. Memorials may be made to the church choir fund. Gladwin County Record dated 5-12/1993 Column – 2 Page – 2.


ETTA MAE (JACOBS) WILSON (14 JUNE 1908 - 9 JUNE 2001)

Etta Mae Wilson, 92, of Vassar and formerly of Gladwin, died Saturday, June 9, 2001 at Luberts Country Care in Vassar, following a lingering illness. Born June 14, 1908 in Wolverine, she was the daughter of the late Alanzo and Maggie (Edick) Jacobs. Etta Mae married Ray Wilson, June 24, 1928 in Gladwin. They moved to Vassar in 1978. He preceded her in death Dec. 28, 1987. She was a teacher at the Nester Township County School and attended the Wagarville United Methodist Church.

Surviving are one daughter, Patricia and husband Thomas Goforth of Vassar; three grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by one brother, John Jacobs; and two sisters, Olean Waltenburg and Emma Domke.Services were held at noon Monday at the Sisson Funeral Home with Rev. Donald Haskell officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery.
HAZEL M. (OCKERMAN) WILSON (3 SEP 1906 – 11 MAY 1993) s/w William A.

 

Hazel M. Wilson, 86, of Dearborn and formerly of Gladwin, died Tuesday May 11, 1993, after

an illness of several years. Born in Hockaday, Sept. 3, 1906 she lived in Gladwin County for many years until moving to Detroit. She was a member of the Hockaday Free Methodist Church. The former Hazel Ockerman, she was married to William Wilson on Oct. 31,1924, in Gladwin. He preceded her in death March 30, 1985.

 

Surviving are one son, Robert of Dearborn; 2 sisters, Iva Yeager and Vera Breault of Giadwin; one brother Dale Ockerman of Phoenix, Ariz.; 3 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren and 2 step grandchildren.

 

Rites were held Friday at 1 p.m from the Sisson Funeral Home. The Rev. Helena Egts officiated  and burial was in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 5-19/1993 Column – 3 Page – 2.


JACQUELYN (GREER) WILSON (1926 - ?) Wife, s/w Paul A.
MATTIS WILSON (no dates)
MAY (KNOWLES) WILSON (1878 – 15 OCT 1953) s/w Robert O.

 

Services Held for Mrs. Wilson

 

Funeral services for Mrs. May Knowles Wilson, 74, were held on Saturday afternoon from the

Hockaday Free Methodist Church. The Rev. B. J. Eastman officiated and burial was made in the Ridge cemetery.

 

May Knowles was born in Paulding county, Ohio on December 26, 1878. She was married to

Robert O. Wilson in Ohio on March 16, 1898 and came to Gladwin about 51 years ago. Mr. Wilson preceded his wife in death one month ago to the day on September 15.

 

Surviving are two sons, Ray, of Wagarville and William, of Detroit; also two grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 10-21/1953 Column – 3 Page – 1.


PAUL A. WILSON (1923 – 31 JAN 1991) s/w Jacquelyn Greer

 

PAUL WILSON

 

Paul A. Wilson, 67, of Winter Haven, Fla., died Thursday, Jan. 31, 1991, at Lakeland Regional Medical Center, Fla. He was a driver for Complete Auto Transit for 33 years and a member of Teamster Local 332, Flint. He owned property in Gladwin County and vacationed here for many years.

 

Surviving are his wife, the former Jacquelyn Greer; one daughter, Paulett Wilson of Winter

Haven; and his mother-in-law, Agnes Greer Vernon, Lake Alfred, Fla.

 

Memorial services were held at Glen Abley Funeral Home. Memorials may be given to the

Leukemia Society. Gladwin County Record dated 3-6/1991 Column – 4 Page – 2.


RAY F. WILSON (17 OCT 1900 – 28 DEC 1987) s/w Etta M.

 

RAY WILSON

 

Ray F. Wilson, 87, of Vassar and formerly of Gladwin, died Monday, Dec. 28, in the Frankenmuth Convalescent Center after a long illness. Born in Paulding County, Ohio,

Oct. 17, 1900, he moved to Gladwin County when he was 2. Mr. Wilson lived in the Hockaday and Wagarville areas. He attended the Wagarville United Methodist Church and retired from the Gladwin County Road Commission in 1965.

Mr. Wilson and the former Etta Jacobs were married June 24,1928, in Gladwin. Besides his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Thomas (Patricia) Goforth of Vassar; 3 grandchildren and one great grandchild. A brother, William, died March 30, 1985.

 

Services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Wayne Jensen will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-30/1987 Column – 2 Page – 2.


ROBERT OLIVER WILSON (7 NOV 1861 – 15 SEP 1953) s/w May

 

Robert O. Wilson Rites Friday

 

Robert O. Wilson, 91, passed away at his home in Butman township on Tuesday morning, after suffering ill health for several months.

 

Funeral services will be held from the Hockaday Free Methodist church on Friday afternoon

at 3 o'clock. The Rev. Bernard Eastman, pastor of the church, will officiate and burial will be

made in Ridge cemetery. Mr. Wilson will be at the Miner Funeral Home until 1:30 Friday afternoon, when he will be taken to the church.

 

Mr. Wilson was born in Illinois on November 7, 1861. He married May Knowles on March 16, 1898, in Ohio. He worked at farming all of his life.

 

Surviving are his wife; two sons, Ray Wilson of Wagarville and William Wilson of Detroit;

one brother, Albert Wilson, of Paulding, Ohio; also two grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 9-16/1953 Column – 4 Page – 1.


WILLIAM A. WILSON (12 APR 1902 – 29 MARCH 1985) s/w Hazel M.

 

WILLIAM WILSON

 

William A. Wilson, 82, of Dearborn, died suddenly Friday March 29, at his home. Born in Paulding County, Ohio April 12, 1902, he was a laborer for Burroughs Corp. He was raised in the Hockaday area until moving to Detroit in 1924.

 

Mr. Wilson was married to the former Hazel Ockerman Oct. 31, 1924 in Gladwin. Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Robert of Dearborn; one brother, Ray of Vassar; 3 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

 

Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Charles Allen officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 4-10/1985 Column – 3 Page – 2.


DOLORES G. (ANDERSON) WINKLER (26 SEP 1925 - 3 AUG 2002)

 

Dolores G. Winkler , 76, of Gladwin, Michigan passed away suddenly at home Aug. 3, 2002. She was born Sept. 26, 1925 to David and Harriet (Molesworth) Anderson in Gladwin and was a lifetime county resident. Dolores married Melvin J. Winkler on Sept. 28, 1945 in Gladwin. She was a homemaker and a member of the Rebekahs in Gladwin. She was predeceased by her parents.

 

Surviving are one son, James (Phyllis) Winkler of Gaines, Michigan; grandson James Jr. (Leslie) Winkler of Marquette; sisters, Faith Griffin of Gladwin, Grace Anderson of Midland, Harriett Schindler of Gladwin, and Rita Hall of Hope; a brother, Worth Mike Anderson of Flushing; and several nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral services will be held today (Wednesday, Aug. 7) at 3 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin with the Rev. Donald Haskell officiating. Visitation will be today from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Memorial contributions may be made to Wagarville United Methodist Church or VFW Post 7303. Gladwin County Record dated 08-07/2002 Column - 5 Page - 2


MELVIN JAMES WINKLER (28 NOV 1924 - 3 AUG 2002) s/w Dolores G.

 

Melvin J. Winkler, 77, of Gladwin, Michigan passed away suddenly at home Aug. 3, 2002.He was born Nov. 28, 1924 to Charles and Blanch (Thompson) Winkler in Flint. Melvin married the former Dolores Anderson on Sept. 28, 1945 in Gladwin. He lived in Gladwin County most of his life and worked as a machine operator for The Dow Chemical Company in Midland, retiring in 1982 after 36 years of service.

 

Melvin was a World War II U.S. Army veteran, a member of the Odd Fellows of Gladwin, and VFW Post 7303. He predeceased by his parents, and his brothers; Freddie, Henry and Ferman. Surviving are one son, James (Phyllis) Winkler of Gaines, Michigan; grandson James Jr. (Leslie) Winkler of Marquette; sister, Marion Wiles of Sterling; and several nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral services will be held today (Wednesday, Aug. 7) at 3 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin with the Rev. Donald Haskell officiating. Visitation will be today from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Military rites will be performed by VFW Post 7303. Memorial contributions may be made to Wagarville United Methodist Church or VFW Post 7303. Gladwin County Record dated 08-07/2002 Column - 4 Page - 2


FRED WIRTZ (1 OCT 1882 – 9 NOV 1950) Husband

 

FRED WIRTZ IS BURIED SATURDAY

 

Fred Wirtz, 68, passed away at his home in Gladwin on Thursday, November 9, after several weeks illness. Funeral services were held on Saturday afternoon from the Reigle Funeral Home with Elder Byron Doty officiating. Burial was made in the Ridge cemetery.

 

Mr. Wirtz was born in Farwell on October 1, 1882, the son of Tehodore and Alvaretta Wirtz. He was a resident of Gladwin county for 64 years. He was married to Miss Mae Riley, who preceded him in death in 1919. In 1931 he was married to Mrs. Ruby Sutherland.

 

Surviving are his wife, Ruby; two step-sons, LeRoy Sutherland, of Gladwin, and Hugh Sutherland, of Battle Creek; one step-daughter, Mrs. Harold Gross, of Portsmouth, Ohio; two brothers, Oscar Wirtz of Gladwin, and Alfred Wirtz, of Detroit; one sister, Mrs. Maude Bald, of Muskegon.

 

Pallbearers were Henry Harmon, William Harmon, Herbert Leininger, Malcolm Cuddie, Guy

Thurlow and Adolph Renas. Gladwin County Record dated 11-15/1950 Column -

7 Page – 1.


HAROLD G. WIRTZ (7 AUG 1916 - 16 AUG 1916) Age 9 days
MARGERY RUTH WIRTZ (? 13 JUNE 1925) Age 9 months

 

Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Wirtz, Mrs. George Roe and Mrs. T. Wirtz and granddaughter Evelyn attended the services at the L. D. S. church at Butman Sunday night. Gladwin County Record dated 6-18/1925 Column – 1 Page – 3.

 

OSCAR WIRTZ (22 OCT 1888 - 11 FEB 1975) s/w Vera

 

Oscar Wirtz, 86, of Butman Township, died Tuesday, Feb. 11, in the Provincial House Nursing Home, Midland following an illness of three years. Born in Gladwin County on Oct. 22, 1888, he had spent his lifetime here and was a farmer and stock dealer. Mr. Wirtz was a veteran of World War I and a member of the Gladwin WW I Barracks. He was married to the former Vera Vannatter on Aug. 15, 1908, in Gladwin. She preceded him in death on Oct. 20, 1962.

   Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Edward (Orma) Doede of Beaverton and Mrs. Larry (Doreen) Redman of Hope; five grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Services were held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin. Elder Raymond Reeder officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-19/1975 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

PVT US ARMY WWI

 

RUBY (WHITE) WIRTZ (15 AUG 1888 – 1 JULY 1958) Mother

 

Veteran Teacher' Passes Suddenly at Home

 

Mrs. Ruby Wirtz, 69, of 101 W. Grout St., died suddenly at her home on Tuesday evening. Mrs.

Wirtz had been teaching in rural schools in Gladwin county for 2 years. She was born on August 15, 1888, in Gooderan, Ontario, Canada, and came to Gladwin county at the age of five with her parents; the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph White, and settled on a farm ill Gladwin township. On March 25, 1910, she was married to Andrew Sutherland who preceded her in death in November 1925. She was married to Fred Wirtz, on November 7, 1931, in Gladwin, who died in November of 1950.

 

She was a member of the R.L.D.S. Church, the Michigan Educational Association; and the Michigan Rural Teachers Association.

 

Surviving are two sons, LeRoy Sutherland, of Gladwin, and Hugh Sutherland, of Redondo

Beach, California; two daughters, Mrs. Coral Lennon, of Gladwin, and Mrs. Winifred Gross, of Nashville, Tennessee; four sisters, Mrs. Lydia Ruttan, of Sterling, Mrs. Olive Zeigler, of Roscommon, Mrs. Elaine Gilbert, Olio, and Mrs. Mildred Foor, of Gladwin; 10 grandchildren and three great grandchildren. One son, Glen Sutherland, also preceded her in death.

 

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 5, at 1:30 p. m. at the R. L. D. S. Church, Gladwin.

Elder B. H. Doty will officiate and burial will be in Ridge cemetery. Friends may call at the Miner

Funeral Home until noon Saturday and then at the church. Gladwin County Record dated 7-2/1958 Column – 4 Page – 1.

 

THEODORE WIRTZ (5 JULY 1841 - 19 FEB 1910)

 

WIRTZ

 

Theodore Wirtz died at his home in Butman, Feb. 19, aged 54 years, 7 months and 15 days, of necrosis of the bone. Mr. Wirtz had been an intense sufferer many years from injuries to his spine received in an accident, from which he never recovered sufficiently to attend to any ordinary labor, although able to move about on crutches and by help of a cane. In his long suffering he had the sympathy of his neighbors, who held him in high esteem.

 

Funeral services were held Tuesday at the Ridge M. E. church, conducted by Rev. G. B. Day, and interment took place in Gladwin cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 2-24/1910 Column – 6 Page – 5.


VERA U. (VANNATTER) WIRTZ (21 MAY 1891 - 20 OCT 1962) s/w Oscar

 

Long Illness Is Fatal

 

Mrs. Vera U. Wirtz, 71, of Gladwin, died Saturday following a long illness. Born in Irondale, Haliburton, Canada, on May 21, 1891, she had lived in Gladwin County 70, years. The former Vera Vannatter was married to Oscar Wirtz in Gladwin on August 15, 1908.

 

Survivors include her husband, Oscar; two daughters, Mrs. Edward Doede, and Mrs. Larry Redman, of Midland; four gra ndchildren, Dennis and Sheryl Doede, and Bradley and Bryan Redman; four brothers, Dexter Vannatter, of Warren, Ernie Vannatter, of Houghton Lake, Alvia Vannatter, of Madison Heights, and Ray Vannatter, of Flint.

 

Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Gladwin R.L.D.S. Church with the

Elder Harold McAllister officiating . Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-24/1962 Column – 3 Page – 1.


W. CLIFFORD WIRTZ (9 DEC 1908 - 29 MAY 1913) Our Darling

 

Clifford, son of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Wirtz, died May 29, from the effects of an abscess on the lungs He was four years, five months and 18 days old. Liit'e Clifford was an unusually bright and attractive child and won the hearts of all who knew him which was shown by the large number of friends who were present at the services at the Wagarville church Friday morning at 10 o clock, which were conducted by Rev. Sheffer of Beaverton, followed by interment in

Ridge cemetery.

 

"Death came with friendly care

The opening bud to Heaven conveyed,

And bade it b'ossom there."

Gladwin County Record dated 6-5/1913 Column – 5 Page – 1.

 

ELLEN L. (GRANT) WITKOSKE (12 DEC 1928 – 25 JULY 1977)

 

Ellen Witkoske

 

Mrs. Ellen L. Witkoske, 48, of 221 Lakeview, Wooden Shoe Village, died Monday, July 25,

at Midland Hospital Center following a brief illness. Born December 12, 1928, in Bay County, she had been a resident of Gladwin County for the past 6 years, coming here from Sanford. Her name was Grant before her marriage. Mrs. Witkoske was employed as a waitress at White Star Bar.

 

Surviving are 2 daughters and 2 sons, 3 sisters and 2 brothers; and 3 grandchildren.

 

Services were held today (Wednesday) at 11 a.m. at the Gladwin Chapel of Hall Funeral

Home, with the Rev. Alan Peck officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 7-27/1977 Column – 6 Page – 2.


BELINDA WOOD (14 MAY 1894 - 11 OCT 1894) Daughter of George & Hannah
BLANCHE IVA (MURPHY) WOOD (21 NOV 1878 – 23 JULY 1939)

 

Mrs. Blanche Wood

 

Mrs. Wood was born in Van Wert, Ohio, November 21, 1878, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs.

Melville Murphy. In 1898 she was married to Richard Imler of VanWert, Ohio, who preceded her in death. To them was born one daughter. In 1900 she moved to Gladwin with her parents. On August 1, 1905 she was united in marriage to George E. Wood, who preceded her in death Sept. 4, 1929.

 

Mrs. Wood was a faithful member of the Methodist Church and its Ladies Aid and was a member of the Gleaners, Rebekahs and Maccabees so will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She was patient in affliction and affectionate daughter and a loving mother. She leaves fresh in memory an honorable name which she had merited by her good deeds and her willingness and cheerfulness to assist those who stood in need, ever being interested in the welfare of others

 

Surviving are her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Melville Murphy, three daughters, Mrs. Clyde Wilkinson, Mrs. August Behnke, Mrs. Ernest Vannatter and one son, Herbert Wood of Gladwin three sisters, Mrs. Maud Cong of Phillips, Mississippi, Mrs. Chas. Drew and Mrs.

Carey Huffman of Ft. Wayne, Ind., four brothers, Walter Murphy of Addison, Rome of Cleveland, Ohio, Clark of Flint, and Homer of Convoy, Ohio. Five grandsons, Edward and Clyde Wilkinson of Ft. Wayne, Claire, Barrel and Rex Wood of Gladwin, three granddaughters, Jo-Ann and Connie Lou Behnke and Annalee Jean Vannatter.

 

Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Karl Keefer at 1:30 Tuesday at the Vannatter residence and at 2 p. m. at the Methodist Church. The body was laid to rest beside the husband Geo. E. Wood in the Ridge cemetery.

 

The beautiful flowers truly manifested the degree she was esteemed among her neighbors and friends. Pall-bearers were Glen Wagar, David Hawkins, Alex Diffin, Dr. F. E. Myers, Norman Wagar and Herbert Leininger.

 

Relatives from out of town that attended the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Wilkinson, Mr. and Mrs. Carey Huffman and family of Ft. Wayne, Ind., and Clark Murphy and family of Flint,

Mr. and Mrs. Nila Wood, Elliott Wood, Wendell Wood and Mrs. Clarence Cook of Detroit and Mrs. Art Buchan and of Saginaw.

 

Peaceful be thy silent slumber

Pealeful in thy grave so low

Thou no more will join our numbers,

Thou no more our sorrows know.

Yet again we hope to meet thee,

When the day of life is fled,

And in Heaven with joy to greet thee

Where no farewell tears are shed.

Gladwin County Record dated 8-2/1939 Column – 4 Page – 10.

 


CLARA REBECCA (REIGLE) WOOD (9 SEP 1874 - 24 JUNE 1903) Wife of George E., Aged 28 years, 9 months & 15 days


EFFIE MAY (BRYAN) WOOD (29 DEC 1889 - 31 MARCH 1970) (wife of Herbert)

 

RITES FRIDAY FOR MRS. EFFIE WOOD

 

     Mrs. Effie Wood, 80, of Gladwin, died Tuesday, March 31, at the Clare Nursing Home after a long illness. Born in Clare County on Dec 29, 1889, she had spent her life in Gladwin County. The former Effie Bryan, she was married to Herbert Wood on Aug. 7, 1914, in Gladwin. He preceded her in death in 1968.

     Surviving are four sons, Darrel of Beaverton, Clare, of Tampa, Fla., Milton, of Marshall, and Rex, of DeWitt; two sisters, Mrs. Nellie Cetas, of Harbor Springs and Mrs. Iva Austin, of Bartow, Fla.; one brother, Ray Bryan, of St. Petersburg, Fla.; and 18 grandchildren. Rites will be held Friday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Allen Parker will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-01/1970 Column - 7 Page - 1


G. CLEON WOOD (16 July 1909 – 26 MARCH 1984)

 

CLEON WOOD

 

Cleon Wood, formerly of Gladwin, died Monday, March 26, in Caro after a long

illness. He was born in Gladwin on July 16, 1909.

 

Surviving are one brother, Wendell of Port Charlotte, Fla.; and one sister, Thea

Cook of Detroit.

 

Graveside rites will be held today, Wednesday, at 2:30 p.m. at the Ridge

Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 3-28/1984 Column – 4 Page – 2.


GEORGE ELLIOT WOOD (26 OCT 1866 - 4 SEP 1929)

 

George E. Wood was born at Morpeth, Ont., Canada, Oct. 26, 1866, and departed this life at his home in Gladwin, Sept. 4, 1929, at his home in Gladwin, Sept. 4, 1929, at the age of 62 years, 10 months and 9 days. He was the eldest son of Martin E. Wood and Catherine Jackson. On June 22, 1889, he was united in marriage to Hannah Francis of Port Burwell, Canada. To this union two children were born, Evelyn, who died at the age of six months and Herbert. Mrs. Wood died in 1895 and was taken to her old home at Port Burwell for burial.

     In 1896 he was united in marriage to Clara Reigle of Gladwin. To this union three daughters were born, Amanda, (who died with the Flu in 1918) and Myrtle and Mae. In 1903 Mrs. Wood died and was buried in the Ridge cemetery. In August 1905, he was united in marriage to Blanche Imler of Gladwin who patiently cared for him during his long illness. He had given his heart to God and was ready for the final summons.

     Mr. Wood came to Gladwin from Canada 36 years ago. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife, one son, Herbert, of Davison, Mich., three daughters, Mrs. August Behnke and Mrs. Ernest Vannatter, both of Gladwin, and Mrs. Clyde Wilkinson of Indianapolis, Ind., and three grand children, Clare, Darrel and Rex, also one brother, James of Detroit, four sisters, Mrs. George Smith of Duluth, Minn., Mrs. George Stuck of Georgetown; Delaware, Mrs. Dave Wood of Erieau, Ont., and Mrs. Amanda Atchinson of Gladwin, besides a host of relatives and friends. Gladwin County Record dated 09-12/1929 Column - 4 Page - 1


HERBERT MARTIN BRISTOL WOOD (16 MAY 1892 - 25 DEC 1968) (husband of Effie)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR HERBERT WOOD

 

     Services were held Saturday for Herbert M. Wood, 76, of Gladwin, who died Wednesday, Dec. 25, following an illness of 10 days. Born in Tillotsonbury, Ont., Canada, May 16, 1892, he had been a resident of Gladwin County for 70 years. He was a member of the city volunteer fire department for 55 years until retiring in 1966. Mr. Wood was employed as a truck driver for the Gladwin Flouring Mills, retiring in 1964, after 30 years.

     He and the former Effie Bryan were married in Gladwin on August 7, 1914. Surviving are his wife, Effie of Gladwin; three sons, Clare of Tampa, Fla., Darrel of Beaverton and Rex of DeWitt; a stepson, Milton Reigle of Marshall; two sisters, Mrs. Myrtle Behnke of Gladwin and Mrs. May Vannatter of Houghton Lake; and 18 grandchildren. Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. Allen Parker officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-01/1969 Column - 6 Page - 1

JAMES M. WOOD (1872 - 11 DEC 1932) 

 

   James Wood died of pneumonia Sunday morning, Dec. 11, at his home in Detroit after an illness of four days. Mr. Wood was in his sixtieth year, was a resident of Gladwin a number of years and moved from Gladwin to Detroit about 12 years ago. The body was brought to Gladwin Tuesday for burial at the Ridge cemetery. Those who came for the funeral were his sister, Mrs. Amanda J. Atchinson, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Cook (daughter), Mrs. Harry Brown (daughter), Wendell and Elliot Wood (sons), Mr. (son) and Mrs. Nila Wood, all of Detroit, Mrs. Beatrice Buchanan, Mrs. Fred Greer and Mrs. Maude McMillan of Saginaw. Gladwin County Record dated 12-15/1932 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

LARRY A. (TINY) WOOD (30 DEC 1944 - 14 JAN 1989)

 

Larry A. (Tiny) Wood, 44, of 1470 Crest, Gladwin, died Saturday, Jan. 14, at his home from cancer. Born in Pontiac, Dec. 30, 1944, he moved to Gladwin County in March 1988. Mr. Wood was a truck driver and served in the armed services in Vietnam. Mr. Wood and the former Janice Campbell were married March 15, 1974, in Auburn Hills.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Justin and Larry Wood of Gladwin; a step-daughter, Kimberley Richards of Warren; parents, Harry and Charlotte Wood of Mio and Ina Groves of Pontiac; 6 brothers, Clarence and Lawrence Parr of Prudenville; James Wood of Lake Orion, Steven and Randy Wood of Pontiac and Ronnie Wood of Mio; one sister, Janice Naramor of Auburn Hills; and a step-sister, Debbie Whiting of Waterford.

   Rites were held today, Wednesday, at 11 a.m.. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. Pastor Virgil Hershberger officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Graveside services were by the Gladwin County VFW Post 7303. Gladwin County Record dated 01-18/1989 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

VIETNAM

 

MARTIN ELLIOT WOOD (27 MAY 1838 - 11 JUNE 1915)

 

Martin Eliot Wood died June 11 at the home of his son George in Sage township at the age of 77 years and 15 days. He was born in Morpeth, Kent county, Ontario, May 27, 1838. In 1858 he united in marriage with Catharine Pettite. To this union were born two children, William and Margaret. In 1863 his wife died, and in 1865 he was married to Mercy Katharine Jackson. To this union were born two sons, George and James, four daughters, Sarah, Katharine, Maud and Amanda.

     He was converted in the M.E. church, Canada 30 years ago, and since then lived a consistent Christian life. He is survived by two sons, George and James Wood, four daughters, Mrs. Al. Heath of Chatham, Ont., Mrs. Henry Craig of Northwood, Canada, Mrs. Maud Bell, Chrishom, Minn., and Mrs. F.E. Atchinson of Gladwin, also 29 grandchildren and 4 great-granddaughters. Services were held Sunday afternoon at Wagarville church at 2 o'clock conducted by Rev. Wade. Gladwin County Record dated 06-17/1915 Column - 5 Page - 1


HIRAM F. WORTHINGTON (1843 - 25 APRIL 1913)

 

WORTHINGTON.

 

Hiram Worthington, an old resident of Gladwin, aged about 70, died at the home of Edward Blaney of bionchial pneumonia, Apr. 25. Funeral services were held from M. E. church at 2 p. m.

April 28, Rev. J. W. Hayward officiating, Interment in Ridge cemetery. His wife's death occured Feb. 4. Gladwin County Record dated 5-1/1913 Column – 6 Page – 1.

 

MARY  WORTHINGTON (? - 1 FEB 1913) Wife of H. F. Worthington

 

Mrs.Worthington, Among the First Settlers, Passes Away at Ripe Age.

 

BLANEY

 

Mary, wife of Hiram Worthington, died at their home in this city Feb. 1 from diseases incident to o'd age, at the age of 72 years, 3 months and 26 days. She was born in Canada, but had been a resident of Gladwin county many years, her first husband being Edward Blaney, one of the first

residents of "Section Eight" in Godwin township; To the union was born eight children, of whom seven are living as follows: Mrs. Eliza Wright of Mt. Pleasant; Mrs. Anna Peters of Gladwin; Mrs. Eleanor Curl of Saskatchewan; George. Edward and Daniel of Gladwin and Thomas of Montana.

 

 

Funeral services were held Feb 4 from St. Paul's church at 10 a. m., Rev. Dr. Nimmo officiating. Interment in Gladwin cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 2-6/1913 Column – 1 Page – 4.

 


CECIL E. WRIGHT (31 AUG 1908 - 22 JAN 1983) s/w Fannie M.

 

Cecil E. Wright, 74, of Vanderbilt, died Saturday, Jan. 22, in the Otsego Memorial Hospital, Gaylord. Born in Flint on August 31, 1908, he lived there until 1969 when he moved to Vanderbilt. He was a truck driver for General Motors for 30 years until retiring in 1969. Mr. Wright and the former Fannie Myers were married October 6, 1937, in Flint. She preceded him in death March 14, 1978.

   Surviving is one brother, Arthur of Sun City West, Ariz. Rites were held today, Wednesday, at 11 a.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Carl Lindberg officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-26/1983 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

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ERNEST C. WRIGHT (18 MARCH 1927 - 20 OCT 1974)

 

Ernest C. Wright, 47, of 1679 N. Chappel Dam Rd., Gladwin, died Sunday, October 20, at Gladwin Area Hospital, following a heart attack 12 days before. Born in Lansing, March 18, 1927, he was employed at Gladwin Machine Products as a machine operator. A veteran of the U.S. army in World War II, he came to Gladwin in 1972 from Lansing.

   Surviving are 3 sisters, Mrs. Merton (Catherine) Dungerow of Gladwin, Mrs. Eugene Satterlee of Charlotte, and Mrs. David Hugger of Lansing; 4 brothers, Lowell Wright of Gladwin, Charles of Diamondale, Harold of Lansing and Burr of Martin.

   Services are being held today (Wednesday) at 1:00 p.m. at Mathews Funeral home with Philip Geeck officiating and burial in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-23/1974 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

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FANNIE M. (MYERS) WRIGHT (25 OCT 1904 - 14 MARCH 1978) s/w Cecil E.

 

Fannie M. Wright, of Vanderbilt, 74, died Tuesday, March 14, at Otsego Memorial Hospital at Gaylord. Born at Defiance, Ohio, October 25, 1904, she lived in Gladwin County until 1918, then in Flint until moving to Vanderbilt nine years ago. The former Fannie Myers was married to Cecil Wright in Flint on October 6, 1937, and he survives her.

Other survivors are 3 brothers, Orval Myers of Gladwin, George and Leo Myers, both of Flint. Services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at Mathews Funeral Home with the Rev. Donald Bates officiating and burial be in Ridge Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Thursday. Gladwin County Record dated 03-15/1978 Column - 3 Page - 2

Y'S

 

ALBERT YERKE (1886 – JUNE 1979) s/w Emilie
EMILIE (STEINKRAUS) YERKE (17 AUG 1886 – 20 JULY 1962) s/w Albert

 

Services Held for Mrs. Yerke

 

Mrs. Emilie Yerke, 75, of North Bard Rd., Sage Township, died Friday following an illness of several months. Born in Poland on August 17, 1886, the former Emilie Steinkrause came to Cleveland, Ohio in 1905. On June 18, 1908 she was married to Albert Yerke in Gladwin. They lived in the Lansing area from 1913 to 1918 when they came to Gladwin County. Mrs. Yerke was a member of the Dansville Baptist Church.

 

 

Survivors include her husband, Albert; three sons, Walter, of Webberville, Edward, of Southfield, and Clifford, of Royal Oak; a daughter, Mrs. Esther Rabedeau, of Dansville; a brother, John Steinkrause, of Gladwin, and a sister, Mrs. Martha Nightingale of Lansing; and

nine grandchildren.

 

Funeral services were held Monday at 2 p. m. at the Miner Chapel. The Rev. Roger Dickinson, of Dansville, and Rev. Harold T. Reese, of Williamston, officiated and burial was in

Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 7-25/1962 Column – 6 Page – 1.


ANNA A. (KEISER) YOUNG (30 NOV 1885 - 11 APRIL 1975)

 

ANNA A. YOUNG

 

Mrs. Anna A. Young, 89, of 2351 Young Rd., Gladwin, died Friday, April 11, at Clare Nursing Home following a long illness. Born in Darke County, Ohio, November 30, 1885, she had been a resident of Gladwin County for 55 years. The former Anna Keiser and J. A. Young were married April 12, 1912, in Decatur, Ind., and he died July 23, 1942.

 

Surviving are 5 sons, Clarence and Gordon of Gladwin, Eugene of Detroit, Franklin of Madison Heights, and James of Taylor; 2 daughters, Mrs. Alverda Page of Burton, and Mrs. Beatrice Russell of St. Clair Shores; and 37 grandchildren. Two daughters also preceded her in death.

 

Services were held Monday at 2 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel, with the Rev. Byron Hatch officiating. Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 4-16/1975 Column – 6 Page – 2.


CLARENCE D. YOUNG (11 OCT 1912 - 25 NOV 1982) 

 

Clarence D. Young, 70, of 2351 W. Youngs Rd., Gladwin, died Thursday, Nov. 25, in the Gladwin Area Hospital. Born in Blue Creek Township, Adams County, Ind., on October 11, 1912, he came to Gladwin County in 1919, he came to Gladwin County in 1919. Mr. Young attended the Ridge School and graduated from Gladwin High School in 1932. He lived and farmed in Gladwin Township all his life.

   Surviving are 4 brothers, Gordon, Eugene and James of Gladwin and Frank of Madison Heights; 2 sisters, Mrs. Alverda Page of Flint and Mrs. Beatrice Russell of St. Clair Shores. Rites were held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Mathew Funeral Home. The Rev. Jerry Locher officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-01/1982 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

EUGENE A. YOUNG (8 MARCH 1918 - 22 DEC 1988)

 

EUGENE YOUNG

 

Eugene A. Young, 70, of 212 Buckeye St., Gladwin, died Thursday afternoon at his home after a

long illness. Born in Adams County, Indiana, March 8, 1918, he moved to Gladwin in 1978 from Detroit. Mr. Young was a mechanic for the City of Detroit DSR for 30 years. He was a veteran of World War II and a member of Gladwin County VFW Post 7303 and American Legion Post 171.

 

Surviving are 2 sons, Dennis of Utica and Douglas of Taylor; 3 daughters, Darlene Frye and

Beverly Masters of Mt. Clemens and Cindy Banasinski of Warren; 3 brothers Gordon and James of Gladwin and Frank of Madison Heights; 2 sisters, Alverda Page of Burton and Beatrice Russell of Gladwin; and 12 grandchildren.

 

Services were held Tuesday at 11 a.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Joel

Hurley officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Graveside rites were held by the VFW Post 7303. An American Legion Memorial Service was held Monday night at the funeral home. Gladwin County Record dated 12-28/1988 Column – 3 Page – 2.

 

WWII

 

GORDON L. YOUNG (7 JULY 1914 - 30 JULY 2003)

Gordon L. Young , 89, of Gladwin, Michigan passed away Wednesday, July 30, 2003 at Mt. Clemens Hospital. He was born on July 7, 1914 in Blue Creek Township, Indiana to the late J.A. and Anna (Kiefer) Young. He married the former Lucille Reno on Dec. 20, 1940 in Davidson. He was retired from the United States Air Force in 1959 and moved to Gladwin in 1973. He was a member of the DAV, the Patalooms of California and the Hamilton Lodge #180 FOAM.

Surviving besides his wife, Lucille, are three sons, Robert Young of Mt. Clemens, Gordon Young of Kapac, Michigan and James Young of Mt. Clemens; three daughters, Norene Goddard of Mt. Clemens, Alice Mork of Mt. Clemens and Patricia Klingbeil of Roseville; several grandkids; one brother, Franklin Young of Royal Oak; and two sisters, Alverda Page of Burton and Beatrice Russell of Gladwin.

He was predeceased by four brothers and one sister. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Aug. 2, 2003 at the Sisson Funeral Home with burial in Ridge Cemetery.

MSGT US AIR FORCE WWII


JACOB A. YOUNG (9 FEB 1876 - 22 JULY 1942)

 

JACOB A. YOUNG DIES AT GLADWIN TWP. HOME

 

Services were held Sunday, July 26th at Hall's Funeral Home for Jacob A. Young who died at

his home in Gladwin township, July 22. Mr. Young was born February 9, 1876 in Adams County, Ind., to Mr. and Mrs. Franklin Young.

 

Surviving are his wife, Anna and nine children, Clarence at home, Gordon, a Techinal Sergeant with the U. S. Air Corps, stationed in Alaska, Alverta Page, of Flint and Sergeant Eugene of the Coast Artillery, stationed in Panama, Sylvia Preibe of Gladwin, Frank and Jim at home and twins Berniece and Beatrice. Also surviving are two brothers, two sisters and six grandchildren.

 

Burial was made in Ridge Cemetery with Rev. L. J. Washmuth officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 7-29/1942 Column – 7 Page – 1.


JAMES A. YOUNG (27 DEC 1925 - 24 MARCH 1990)

 

James A. Young, 64, of 2351 Youngs Rd., Gladwin, died Saturday, March 24, 1990, in the Gladwin Area Hospital after a long illness. Born in Gladwin Township, Dec. 27, 1925, he worked in the maintenance department at Chrysler Corp. and moved back to Gladwin County in 1976. Mr. Young was a veteran of World War II and a member of the Gladwin County VFW Post 7303.

   Surviving are 2 brothers, Gordon of Gladwin and Frank of Madison Heights; 2 sisters, Beatrice Russell of Gladwin and Alverda Page of Burton. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers and 2 sisters.

   Rites were held Monday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Robert Brown officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Graveside services were held by the VFW Post 7303. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or VFW. Gladwin County Record dated 03-28/1990 Column - 4 Page - 2


IRENE C. (PARDON) YOUNKIN (22 OCT 1922 – 29 AUG 1998) s/w Ray

 

IRENE C. YOUNKIN

 

Irene C. Younkin, 75, of Gladwin, died suddenly Saturday, Aug. 29, 1998 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Gladwin. Born Oct. 22, 1922 in Corning, Ohio, she was the daughter of George and Lois Dean Pardon. Irene married Ray Younkin, Feb. 3, 1940 in Flint. He preceded her in death in 1982. They came to Gladwin in 1966 and vacationed here since 1938.

 

Surviving are one son, Donald and wife Amy of Gladwin; one daughter, Virginia and husband Donald Sherlock of Gladwin; one sister, Mable Silkstone of Gladwin; and three grandchildren, Carrie and Benjamin Younkin, and Eric and Jennifer Sherlock Hansen. She was preceded in death by one brother, Thomas Pardon.

 

Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association,

the American Diabetes Association or the charity of one's choice. Arrangements were in charge of Sisson Funeral Home, Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 9-2/1998 Column – 3 Page – 2.


RAYMOND RAY YOUNKIN (24 FEB 1910 – 6 MAY 1982) s/w Irene

 

RAY YOUNKIN

 

Ray A. Younkin, 72, of 4197 Betty Lee Blvd., Gladwin, died Thursday May 6, in St. Luke's

Hospital, Saginaw. Born in Somerset County, Pa., on February 24, 1910, he moved to Pigeon in 1928, Saginaw in 1932 and to Gladwin County in 1968, after retiring as a tool crib attendant at Grey Iron Foundry in Saginaw. He was a veteran of World War II and a member of the American Legion and UAW Local 668.

 

Mr. Younkin and the former Irene Pardon were married February 3, 1940, in Flint. Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Donald, at home; one daughter, Mrs. Donald (Virginia) Sherlock of Gladwin; one sister, Mrs. Neomi Kneoper of Bedford, Pa.; one brother, Ralph Butler of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio; and one granddaughter.

 

Services were held Monday at 1 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev.Donald Bates officiated and burial was in the Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 5-12/1982 Column – 4 Page – 2.

 

Z'S


KATHERINE A. (BAYLEWICZ) ZANDER (1944 – 29 JULY 1984)

 

Gladwin Woman Fatally Injured in Single Car Mishap

 

A 39-year-old Gladwin woman died from injuries sustained in a single-car mishap Friday morning on Nipigon Dr. in Sage; Township. Katherine Zander was pronounced dead late Sunday evening at Bay Medical Center, according to a hospital spokesman. Gladwin Sheriffs officers said. Mrs. Zander was traveling north on Nipigon Dr. at Wiggins Lake about 8:15 a.m. when her vehicle crossed the roadway and struck a tree.She was first taken to Gladwin Area Hospital by the Gladwin County Ambulance Service and later transferred to Bay Medical Center, where she died. Mrs. Zander is the seventh traffic fatality of the year in the county and the fourth in the past six weeks. In 1983, there was just one reported fatal in the county. Last Sunday, a 4-month-old Saginaw baby was killed when the car he was riding in struck a deer and then a tree on North M-30. Mrs. Zander’s obituary appears on page 2. Gladwin County Record dated 8-1/1984 Column – 4 Page – 1.

 

KATHERINE ZANDER

 

Katherine A. Zander, 39, of 4491 Wagarville Rd., Gladwin, died  Sunday evening, July 29, in the Bay Medical Center of injuries sustained  in an automobile accident Friday morning.

Born in Detroit on August 1, 1944, she came to Gladwin County in March 1975. She was a member of the Gladwin Baptist Church. The former Katherine Bazylewicz, she was married

to Charles Zander on June 13, 1963, in Wayne.

 

Besides her husband, she is survived by 2 children, Earl and Lisa, at home; her mother, Mrs. Walter (Margaret) Widzinski of Detroit; and 5 sisters, Mrs. Jean Widzinski, Mrs. Patty Mullen, Mrs. Nancy Molinski and Mrs. Chris Lisecki of Detroit and Mrs. Sandy Paluszek of New Hudson.

 

Services will be held Thurday at 11 a.m. from the Gladwin Baptist Church. The Rev. Jerry Locher will officiate and burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to

the church. Arrangements were by the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 8-1/1984 Column – 5 Page – 2.


ALEX ZIEMER (10 DEC 1889 – 28 MAY 1958) s/w Augusta

 

Services Saturday for Alex Ziemer

 

Alex Ziemer, 68, of 950 State Street, Gladwin, died early this (Wednesday) morning at the

Gladwin Hospital following an illness of three week's. A retired farmer and resident of Gladwin county since 1913, Mr. Ziemer was born on December 10, 1889, in Poland. On August 2, 1913, he was married to the former Miss Augusta Selich of Cleveland, Ohio.

 

Surviving are his wife, Augusta; three sons, Henry and Harold of Gladwin and Ronald of Midland; six daughters, Mrs. Anna Schieman and Mrs. Margaret Strohkirch of Gladwin, Mrs. Edna Zillman and Mrs. Lydia Mcintosh of Midland, Mrs. Alma Schuster of Detroit, and Miss Emma Ziemer of Lapeer; two brothers, Henry of Gladwin and Edward of Traverse City; three sisters, Mrs. Mary Brokoff of Gladwin, Mrs. Hulda Stoike of Beaverton and Mrs. Wanda Fritz of Cleveland, Ohio.

 

Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 2 p.m. at St. Paul's Lutheran Church. The Rev. William H. Hassold will officiate and burial will be in Ridge cemetery. Friends may call at the Miner Funeral Home until noon Saturday and at the church from 12:45 until time of service. Gladwin County Record dated 5-28/1958 Column – 7 Page – 1.


ALVIN ZIEMER (11 OCT 1925 - 25 OCT 1925)
ANNA (SAUER) ZIEMER (2 DEC 1914 – 27 JAN 2008)

 

Age 93, passed away on Sunday, January 27, 2008 after a long illness at Gladwin Nursing & Rehabilitation Centre, Gladwin, Michigan. She was born on December 2, 1914 in Gladwin, Michigan to Julius & Louisa (Gietz) Sauer. She married Henry Ziemer (predeceased 1973) on May 6, 1933 in Gladwin at Zion Oberlin. She was employed with Gladwin Community Schools as a Cook/Custodian (retired 1973). She had spent her entire life in Gladwin county and was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church, Gladwin. She is survived by her son: Emil & Prisilla Ziemer of Arizona; daughter: Ruth & Richard Walsh of Las Vegas, Nevada; son: Arthur Ziemer of Gladwin; son: Robert & Kathy Ziemer of Gladwin; 9 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren; & several nieces & nephews. She predeceased by her parents; son: William Ziemer; 12 brothers & sisters. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 29, 2008 from 4-9:00 P.M. at Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home, Gladwin, Michigan. Funeral Services will be conducted on Wednesday, January 30, 2008, 11:00 A.M. at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Gladwin with Pastor Matthew Schultz officiating. Burial will take place at Ridge Cemetery, Gladwin. Memorial contributions may be made to Our Savior Lutheran Ladies Aid.


AUGUSTA (SELIG) ZIEMER (25 NOV 1891 – 16 AUG 1962) s/w Alex

 

Illness Fatal to Mrs. Ziemer

 

Mrs. Augusta Ziemer, 70, of 950 State Sreet, Gladwin, died Thursday at the Midland Hospital

following an illness of several months.  The former Augusta Selig was born on Nov. 25, 1891, in Russia-Poland, and came to Cleveland, Ohio, in 1912. She was married to Alexander Ziemer on Aug. 2, 1913, in Cleveland and they came to Gladwin County in 1913. Mrs. Ziemer was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and Ladies Aid.

 

Surviving her are three sons, Harold of Grand Ledge, Henry of Gladwin, and Ronald of Midland; six daughters, Mrs. Anna Schieman and Mrs. Margaret Strohkirch, of Gladwin, Mrs. Edna Zillman and Mrs. Lydia McIntosh, of Midland, Mrs. Alma Schuster of Warren, and Miss

Emma Ziemer of Lapeer; a sister, Mrs. Emma Krienke, of Germany; 28 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

 

Funeral services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church with the Rev.

William J. Hassold officiating; Burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 8-22/1962 Column – 7 Page – 1.


EDWARD ZIEMER (11 APR 1898 – 27 JUNE 1964)

 

Rites Held for Edward Ziemer

 

Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 p. m. from the Hall Funeral Home for Edward Ziemer, 66, who died Friday after a long illness. Born in Poland on April 11, 1898, he came to Gladwin in 1913 from Cleveland, Ohio. He was employed by the City of Gladwin.

 

Survivors include one brother, Henry, of Gladwin; and three sisters, Mrs. Mary Brokoff,

Gladwin, Mrs. Hilda Stoike, Beaverton and Mrs. Wanda Fritz of Ohio.

 

The Rev. Ernst Mueller officiated and burial was in Ridge Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 7-1/1964 Column – 5 Page – 1.


EMMA ZIEMER (1927 - 2004)
GOTTFRIED ZIEMER (29 SEP 1864 – JULY 1930) s/w Karoline

 

GOTTFRIED ZIEMER

 

Last Thursday morning at 5 o'clock Gottfried Ziemer of Sage township passed away after a very painful illness of about four weeks. Mr. Ziemer was born in Poland on Sept. 29, 1864, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Victor Ziemer. He was married to Miss Carolina Stoike. To this union eight children were born, one of these, a boy, died in infancy.

 

In the year 1913 the family came to this county and after a short stay in Cleveland, Ohio, settled in Gladwin county on their present farm in Sage township.

 

He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Carolina Ziemer, and two children, Mrs. H. Selich, Alexander, Mrs. Albert Stoike, Edward and Henry of Gladwin, Fred of Cleveland and Wanda

of Detroit. Besides these there are 18 grandchildren. Mr. Ziemer was a member of Zion

Lutheran church, Oberlin. A funeral service was held there last Saturday afternoon.

He is at rest in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 7-24/1930 Column – 2 Page – 1.


HENRY ZIEMER (2 JUNE 1903 - 28 FEB 1973)

 

Henry Ziemer, 69, of Oberlin Road, Sage Township, died Wednesday, February 28, at the Gladwin Nursing Home following an extended illness. Services were held Saturday at 2:00 p.m. at Our Savior Lutheran Church wiht the Rev. H. L. Biermann officiating and interment was in Ridge Cemetery. Born in Russia-Poland June 2, 1903, Mr. Ziemer came to Gladwin County in 1913 to engage in farming. He and the former Anna Sauer were married May 6, 1933 in the Zion Lutheran Church.

Surviving are his wife Ann; a daughter, Mrs. Ruth Walsh of Warren; three sons, Emil, Robert and Arthur of Gladwin; three sisters, Mrs. Mary Brokoff of Gladwin, Mrs. Hilda Stoike of Beaverton, and Mrs. Wanda Fritz of Cleveland; and eight grandchildren. Hall Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 03-07/1973 Column - 4 Page - 2


KARL ZIEMER (1884 – 20 MAR 1943)

 

Services Tuesday For Karl Ziemer

 

Funeral services were held at the Hall Funeral Home here Tuesday for Karl Zeimer, of Sage

township, who died at his home on Saturday, March 20th. The son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Ziemer, Mr. Ziemer was born in Poland on Oct. 24, 1884. The Rev. Floyd Drake, of the Gladwin Methodist Church officiated at the services Tuesday. Burial was in the Ridge cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 3-24/1943 Column – 4 Page – 1.

 

 
KAROLINE ZIEMER (30 MARCH 1865 – 4 MAR 1949) s/w Gottfried

 

Mrs. Ziemer Buried Here Monday

 

Funeral services for Mrs. Caroline Ziemer, 84, were held on Monday afternoon from the Zion Lutheran church, in Oberlin, with the Rev. H. F. Brietzke officiating. A short prayer service preceded the church service at the Hall Funeral Home. Burial was in Ridge cemetery.

 

Mrs Ziemer was born in Russia-Poland on March 30, 1865. She was married to Gottfried Ziemer, who passed away in July, 1930. They came to this country in 1913 and after spending a short time in Cleveland, settled on a farm in Sage township. Mrs. Ziemer died at the home of one of her sons on Friday, March 4.

 

Surviving are three sons, Alex of Gladwin, Edward and Henry of Sage township; three daughters, Mrs. Mary Selich, Sage township, Mrs. Hilda Stoike, Beaverton, and Mrs. Wanda Fritz, of Cleveland; 25 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Two sons, Fred and Sam, preceded their mother in death.

 

Pallbearers were Otto Wohlgemuth, Julius Meister, Fred Brokoff, Allen Roberts, Adolph Sauer and August Reding. Gladwin County Record dated 3-9/1949 Column - 7 Page - 1.


WILLIAM H. ZIEMER (3 MARCH 1938 - 22 APRIL 1938)