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Leonard "Bud" Goodell Warren
Age 93, of Owosso, passed away Sunday, March 7, 2010. Leonard worked as a truck driver, hauling cars for many years. A Memorial Service will be announced and held at a later date. Leonard was born on December 10, 1916 in Flint, the son of Eugene and Alice (Goodell) Warren. He graduated from West Branch High School, with the class of 1935. He served in the United States Navy during World War II and the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict. On August 7, 1954, he married Christine Harrell in Angola, Indiana. He was a member of the Masons, Owosso Lodge, and a life-time member of the Owosso V.F.W. He was an avid pool player and played every Wednesday at the Hot Spot. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was well-known as a great story teller. Survivors include his wife, Christine; daughters, Faye (Dave) Fowler, Sue (Dan) Burgess, and Vallie Sinn; sons, Ron Warren, Gene (Eleanor) Warren, Richard (Delores) Warren, Larry (Andrea) Warren and Leonard Warren, Jr.; twenty-eight grandchildren; thirty-six great-grandchildren; and thirty-six great-great-grandchildren. Leonard was predeceased by his son-in-law, Fritz Sinn; and sisters,
Beatrice Kinney and Vallie Warren. Anyone wishing to send on-line condolences to the family may do so at www.nelson-house.com Karl Godfrey Osmer
Karl Godfrey Osmer passed away with his family present at Memorial Healthcare on Sunday, March 7, 2010. Karl was born March 28, 1918, in his grand-parents home, New Haven Township, the son of Samuel Ernest and Edith Suzanne (Schautz) Osmer. He graduated from Flushing High School, working on the family farm until being called for duty. He served in the 15th Air Force, 301st Bomb Group, 352nd Squadron of the United States Army Air Force. He flew in a B17 as a Radio operator and was stationed in Foggia, Italy. Prior to returning home he flew 52 missions, the last mission being part of the southern invasion of France. He was then employed with the United States Post Office for 32 years. While stationed in Florida he met his bride to be, Helen (Stahl) and
they were married upon his return from over seas in St. Petersburg,
Florida on November 1, 1944. Following his discharge they then moved
to Michigan where they raised their family. Survivors include his wife Helen, daughters Sandra (Avery) Weaver, Joy (and the late John) Archer, sons Keith (Diane Walker) Osmer and Robert (Anne Gregoricka) Osmer. The grandchildren are Craig (Susan) Weaver, Karla (Brent) Tuma, Jonathan (April) Archer, Jeremy (Brandy) Archer, Julie (Jason) Pappas, Sarah (Chris) Osmer-DiMattina, Carrie Osmer, Theresa Osmer, Kate Osmer, Bethany Osmer, Allison Osmer, Holly Osmer and great-grandchildren Ryan Weaver, Jordan Waters, Jaylen Waters, Ross Raatz, Gwen Archer, Josh Archer, Josephine Archer, Hannah Archer, Levi Archer and Liam John Pappas. He is also survived by his brother Roy (Kathy) Osmer, sister Margaret (Alvin) Mattson and sister-in-law Dorothy Temple. Also, many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by son-in-law John Archer, a brother Don Osmer, and a sister Eleanor (Ross) Hunt. Funeral services will be held at Nelson-House Funeral Home at 11:00 am on Wednesday March 10, 2010 with Rev. Wes Coffey officiating. Interment will follow at West Haven Cemetery. Visitation will be on Tuesday March 9, 2010 from 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm with family present from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Memorials may be made to the Owosso Wesleyan Church Building Fund. Anyone wishing to send on-line condolences to the family may do so at www.nelson-house.com
Jacqueline "Jackie" Jones
Age 80, of Owosso, went to be with her Heavenly Father on Wednesday,
March 3, 2010 at Oliver Woods Retirement Village. Funeral Services will be held 11 am, Monday, March 8, 2010 at Salem
Lutheran Church, with Pastor James Bare officiating. Burial will follow
at Ft. Custer Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House
Funeral Home on Saturday from 6 to 8 pm and on Sunday from 12 to 3 and
5 to 8 pm. Anyone wishing to send on-line condolences to the family may do so
at www.nelson-house.com Helen K. Marutiak
Helen Katherine Marutiak was educated to be an accountant. She applied those skills, not to advance a career, but to raise a large family, to serve the community and the country. When her seventh child, Teresa Marie, was born with Down's Syndrome, Helen devoted herself to establishing services for the developmentally disabled in Shiawassee county and Michigan. She offered to teach but came to realize that she was needed in a different capacity. As early as the 1960's, Helen took responsibility for the then-groundbreaking job of tracking down every family in Shiawassee County with a child with special needs. She used the information to convince the county to establish day program services. She was one of the first members of the ARC in Shiawassee County (then known as the "Association for Retarded Citizens") and for many years served as its treasurer. Helen was appointed to the Shiawassee County Community Mental Health Board of Directors and served there for thirty years, often as its treasurer. She worked with many other community organizations over the years, always bringing her organizational skills, steady leadership and devotion to the developmentally disabled. Helen Stengle was born November 2, 1924 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. She graduated from Duquesne University in January of 1950, with a bachelor of science in business administration. A few months later, she married Peter J. Marutiak. They moved to Michigan where Peter graduated from law school. Helen and Peter settled in Owosso in 1952 and very quickly established themselves. Peter was appointed Municipal Judge in 1955, District Court Judge in 1969 and Shiawassee County Circuit Court Judge in 1974. Helen was beside him until his death in 1985. Besides Teresa Marie, Helen had six sons, Peter in Albuquerque, Michael (Gerda) in Lansing, David (Carolyn) in London England, Joseph (Mieken) in Lansing, Mark in Clarkston and Patrick (Laura) in Perry. Her sons will serve as pall bearers. Helen was a decorated veteran of the U.S. Army Air Force and served from 1944-46. She was honored as the 1986 ARC volunteer of the year for a 6 state region. She was appointed to the Shiawassee county jury board in 1993 and served for many years selecting jurors. In 1996 Helen was recognized by special tribute by the Michigan legislature for her dedication to the Community Mental Health system. After her boys moved out she began working outside the home. She worked in accounting at Doll-Flynn and as a realtor where she sold a lot. She was an avid reader and loved water aerobics. She lived with Teresa Marie. Helen and Teresa Marie cared for each other and Teresa Marie was with her when she died peacefully at home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10 am, Saturday, March 6, 2010 at St. Paul's Catholic Church, with Fr. John Fain officiating. Burial will follow at St. Paul Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Friday from 2 to 8 pm, with the family present from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm. Usually flowers are discouraged but her family says "hell yes,
send flowers, she would have wanted that". Donations in Helen's
name are suggested to the ARC of Shiawassee County, 1905 W M 21 Owosso.
On-line condolences can be sent to the family at www.nelson-house.com
Carolyn Bird
Age 84, of Owosso, passed away Tuesday, March 2, 2010 at Ovid Healthcare. Carolyn was a wonderful homemaker and during World War II she worked for a local dime store and for local factories, such as Redmonds, supporting the troops. Funeral Services will be held 2 pm, Sunday, March 7, 2010 at the First Church of Christ, with Pastor Aaron Bird officiating. The family will receive friends at the church on Sunday from 1 pm until the time of the service. Carolyn was born on March 3, 1925 in Detroit, to her mother, Doris (Race) Martin. She attended the Six Mile Creek School and Owosso High School. On March 6, 1946 she married Charles L. Bird. She was an active member of the First Church of Christ, being involved with the Ladies Bible Study and serving as a Sunday School teacher. She was also a member of the Golden Agers and the Altar Guild. She was the youngest member of the Women's Christian Temperance Union. She loved her flower garden and spending time with her family. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were particularly special to her. Survivors include her husband, Charles; son, David (Marcia) Bird; daughter, Nancy Nichols; daughter-in-law, Elaine Bird; six grandchildren, Brian (Jodi) Bird, Colin Bird, Aaron (Pandra) Bird, Christopher (Karreen) Bird, Jonathan Bird and Monica Bird; three great-grandchildren, Haley, Emily and Adella Bird; sister, Dorothy Harrison; brother, David Dickinson; several nieces and nephews; and many other loving family members and friends. She was predeceased by her son, Dan Bird; grandson, Jason Bird; mother, Doris Dickinson Martin; father, LeRoy Chastain; step-fathers, Donald Dickinson and Howard Martin; and brother, Don Dickinson. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Shiawassee Respite Volunteers or RAVE (Relief After Violent Encounter). On-line condolences can be sent to the family at www.nelson-house.com Wayne Arlo Schmidtfranz
Age 81, of Owosso, passed away Sunday, February 28, 2010 at the Genesys Regional Medical Center. Wayne retired from General Motors after forty years as a skilled welder. Funeral Services will be held 2 pm, Thursday, March 4, 2010 at Nelson-House Funeral Home, with Pastor Jeremy Benton officiating. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Tuesday from 6 to 8 pm, and on Wednesday from 2 to 8 pm, with the family present from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm. Wayne was born on August 13, 1928 in Elsie, the son of Leonard and Luella (Janes) Schmidtfranz. He graduated from Owosso High School. On September 27, 1947 he married Ethel M. Bucsi at the Burton Methodist Church. He was a member of the Pittsburg United Methodist Church. He was a life-long farmer, beginning with dairy farming and then raising cash crops and beef. He was an avid boater and enjoyed water skiing, fishing and traveling. He belonged to a pool league in Florida, where he and his team won several trophies and awards at tournaments and matches. Survivors include his wife, Ethel; children, Carol (Walt) Adasiak, Karl Schmidtfranz (and Carme Willard), and Susie (Scott) Lynde; four grandchildren, Shanon (John) Yerian, Eric (Wendy) Adasiak, Carrie Skeels (and Johny Winkler), Heidi Lynde; nine great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters-in-law; several nieces and nephews; many other loving family members and friends; and special companion, Peto. He was predeceased by his parents; three brothers; and two sisters.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are suggested to Pittsburg United Methodist Church. On-line condolences can be sent to the family at www.nelson-house.com Merle Mead
Age 86, of Owosso, passed away Friday, February 26, 2010 at Memorial Healthcare. Merle retired from General Motors, Fisher Body in Flint. A Celebration of Life will be held 2 pm, Monday, March 1, 2010 at the Owosso Assembly of God, with Pastor Kenneth Herbruck officiating. The family will greet friends at the church on Monday from 1 pm until the time of service. Merle was born on September 7, 1923 in Hastings, the son Leon Mead and Reva (Freese) Cronkright. He served in the United States Navy during World War II. On April 22, 1950 he married Betty Kirby in Owosso. He attended the Owosso Assembly of God and was a member of the Owosso Eagles, the local UAW , the American Legion and the Moose Club. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and playing pool, even in recent years. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed watching all sports on television. Survivors include his wife of nearly sixty years, Betty; children, Terry Lee Mead, Sandra Luft, Merle Mead, Jr., Glenda (Ken) Burnett and Pamela (Dave) Walter; several grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother and sister-in-law, Earl and Rita Mead; and his parents.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the Owosso Assembly of God or the Shiawassee County Humane Society. On-line condolences can be sent to the family at www.nelson-house.com Marian J. Vincent Lehman Coleman
Age 85, of Owosso, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 25, 2010 at Memorial Healthcare. Marian was a wonderful homemaker, mother and grandmother. She had worked for Redmonds, Universal Electric and Georgia Pacific throughout the years. Funeral Services will be held 11 am, Monday, March 1, 2010 at the Trinity United Methodist Church of Owosso, with Pastor Susan Kingsley officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Saturday from 6 to 8 pm and on Sunday from 12 noon to 8 pm, with the family present from 12 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm.
Marian was born on August 28, 1924 in Oakley, the daughter of Grant and Eva (Crugher) St. John. She attended Owosso schools. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church and was also affiliated with First United Methodist Church. She belonged to the Kiwanis Club and was a member of the V.F.W. Auxiliary, Corunna Post 4005. Survivors include her children, Gerald (Sharon) Vincent of Augusta, Georgia, Catherine Duffett of Washington State, Carol (Richard) Davis of Dubuque, Iowa, Alan (Pat) Vincent of Owosso, Roberta Bliss of Owosso, George (Kathy) Lehman of Saginaw, Thomas (Sharon) Lehman of Middleville, William (Tammy) Coleman of Ohio, John (Denice) Coleman of Adrian, Cherie Godfrey of Clarkston and Linda (Byron) Metcalf of Clarkston; twenty-seven grandchildren; thirty-two great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by husbands, Ferris Vincent in 1980, Robert Lehman in 1993 and William Coleman in 2000; and three brothers, Olin, Kenneth and Dale St. John; grandson, Jeff Lehman; and her parents.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Trinity United Methodist Church of Owosso. On-line condolences can be sent to the family at www.nelson-house.com Rita A. Fields
Age 86, of Owosso, passed away Wednesday, February 24, 2010 at the Avalon Hospice in Flint. Rita was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother and she found great pleasure in taking care of her family and her home.
Survivors include her sons, Gerard P. (Joany) Fields and John V. (Kelly) Fields; daughters, Agnes C. Cassady, Monica (Pat) Ingram, Teresa (Steve) Collins and Patricia (Jim) Barnard; sixteen grandchildren; twenty-two great-grandchildren; and sister, Mary Lyons.
She was predeceased by her husband, Landis; sons, T. Randolph Fields and Landis R. Fields, III; brothers, J. Patrick Mattingly and William J. Mattingly; sisters, Louise Epp and Theresa Roe; three grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter.
Rita was born on December 31, 1923 in Tipton, Indiana, the daughter of William C. and Agnes C. (Fox) Mattingly. She graduated from St. Joseph Academy, Tipton. On September 1, 1947 she married Landis R. Fields Jr. at St. John the Baptist Church in Tipton.
The mother of eight children, Rita devoted her life to her family and her grandchildren. She was a strong and giving woman and would always try to help those in need. Rita was an early promoter of equal opportunities for women and a kind mentor to many. She shared her strong interest and knowledge of the Mattingly family history at family gatherings. She enjoyed raising dogs, playing board games and watching sports.
Rita was an active member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Owosso, MI, serving as lector and promoting Catholic education. She was founder of the Rosary Prayer Group and member of Befrienders Ministry.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 am, Monday, March 1, 2010 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, with Fr. Joseph Aubin officiating. Burial will follow at St. Paul Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Saturday from 6 to 8 pm, with the Rosary being prayed at 6 pm, and on Sunday from 12 noon to 6 pm.
Memorial contributions are suggested to Shiawassee Council on Aging or St. Joseph Catholic Church. On-line condolences can be sent to the family at www.nelson-house.com Brian David Otte
Age 50, of Elsie, passed away Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at Sparrow Hospital. Brian worked for Crop Production Services in Owosso. Funeral Services will be held 11 am, Saturday, February 27, 2010 at the M-21 Church of Christ, with Pastor Mike Guest officiating. Burial will follow at Ridge Road Cemetery in Oakley. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Friday from 2 to 8 pm, with the family present from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm. Brian was born on September 20, 1959 in Saginaw, the son of Donald and Ruth (Schulteiss) Otte. On July 29, 1978 he married Laura Foster in Corunna. He enjoyed the out of doors and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He owned a classic vehicle and loved showing it at the car shows. He was also a talented woodworker. Survivors include his wife, Laura; son, Brian D. Otte, Jr. of Elsie; daughter, Jennifer (Harold) Lassen of Owosso; two sisters, Deb (Robert) Coomer of Owosso and Kresta Derisier of Tampa, Florida; brother, Robert Otte of Bay City; mother, Ruth Otte of Merrill; step-mother, Karen Otte of Owosso; several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father, Donald; and brother, Michael. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Brian Otte Memorial Fund. On-line condolences can be sent to the family at www.nelson-house.com Helen Marie (Vogl) Shepherd
Age 81, of Owosso, passed away Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at St. Joseph Hospital in Ann Arbor. In her earlier years, Helen worked for Universal Electric as an office clerk and as a dental receptionist for Dr. Leland Parks, after which she devoted herself to being a wife and mother. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10 am, Saturday, February 27, 2010 at St. Paul's Catholic Church, with Fr. John Fain officiating. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery in Corunna. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Thursday from 6 to 8 pm and on Friday from 12 noon to 8 pm, with a Rosary being prayed at 7 pm. Helen was born on July 29, 1928 in New Haven Township, the daughter of Anton and Magdalena (Kulhanek) Vogl. She graduated from St. Paul's High School in 1946. On August 5, 1950 she married Gale (Bud) Shepherd in Owosso. She supported her husband and attended his many events at the Owosso Speedway. She was an avid bowler who enjoyed sewing and working on puzzles. Along with her husband she loved to travel, ride motorcycles and snowmobiles, but always put her children's and grandchildren's activities and sporting events at the top of her list. She was very close and loved all of her friends at the Stoney Creek Apartments. Helen was instrumental in perpetuating the Vogl reunions and keeping their family geneology up-to-date. Survivors include her children, Gary (Marsha) Shepherd, Tom (Shar) Shepherd, Carol Throne (and Greg) and Laurie (Edward) Klapko; grandchildren, Brandi (Brad) Butcher, Kelli Shepherd, Christopher (Heather) Throne, Ryan (and fiance, Nicki Homola) Throne, Jason Klapko and Nicolas Klapko; great-grandchildren, Hailey Lynn and Taylor Ann Throne; sisters, Hilda Hesseltine, Emma Farr and Dorothy "Dottie" (Roman) Klimkiewicz; brothers, Joseph (Patricia) Vogl and Frank Vogl; sisters-in-law, Agnes Vogl, Elanore Vogl, June (Shepherd) Miner and Carol Shepherd-Fosler; brother-in-law, Warren Stanhope; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Bud in June of 1981; sisters, Mary Birchmeier, Clara Brown, Alfrieda Pirochta and Rosina Pirochta; brothers, Albert Vogl, John Vogl, William Vogl, Frank Vogl, Anton Vogl and Carl Vogl; sisters-in-law, Dorothy (Shepherd) Stanhope and Edith (Shepherd) Jakeway; brothers-in-law, Jack Shepherd, Roy Jakeway and Herschel Miner. Memorial contributions are suggested to The American Heart Association, St. Paul's Catholic Church or the charity of donor's choice. On-line condolences can be sent to the family at www.nelson-house.com Rev. John S. Dean
Age 93, of Owosso, went peacefully on Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at the Shiawassee County Medical Care Facility, surrounded by his family, to be reunited with his Heavenly Father. John held various pastorates in the Wesleyan Church, taught in the public schools and at the Owosso Bible College. He also served as President of the Southern Pilgrim College in North Carolina. Funeral Services will be held 1 pm, Saturday, February 27, 2010 at the Owosso Wesleyan Church, with Pastor Wes Coffey officiating. Burial will be held at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Friday from 4 to 8 pm, and on Saturday from 11 am until the time of the service. John was born on March 19, 1916 in Newton, Ohio, the son of John and Mary (Foster) Dean. He was a graduate of Terrace Park Ohio High School and then went on to attend Bible Holiness Seminary and Bowling Green University. He graduated from Central Michigan University and then earned his masters in Theology from Winona Lake, Indiana. He also studied Sociology at Michigan State University and at the University of Michigan. On March 30, 1940 he married Eva Lucille Wilson in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was a member of the Owosso Wesleyan Church. Survivors include his wife, Lucille; daughter, Betty (Tom) Barks; son, David (Beth) Dean; adopted daughter, Nan Montague; five grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; sister, Myrtle Williams; five brothers, Stanley Dean, Carl Dean, David Dean, Donald Dean and Clifford Dean of Carey; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his daughter, Joan Dean; three sisters, Viola, Sarah and Marcella; and brother, Raymond Dean. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Hephzibah Ministries (Children's Home, 6601 Zebulon Road, Macon, GA 31220-7606). On-line condolences can be sent to the family at www.nelson-house.com E. George Grant
Ernest George Grant, 86 years old, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, February 22, 2010. He was born in Bancroft to Ernest L. and Julia (Heath) Grant. He graduated from Durand High School in 1941 and was a member of the U.S. Army. George graduated from Michigan State University in 1949. George married the "love of his life", Joan Bradley, in 1947. For nearly 63 years, he was a devoted and loving husband. He was a teacher and coach in North Branch and Morrice Schools before successfully entering the insurance business in 1954. An active member and former president of the Owosso Rotary Club, George was honored as a Paul Harris Fellow. George was also an active member of the First Congregational Church of Owosso. George enjoyed hunting and fishing, and treasured the times spent with his family. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. His Memorial Service will be held at the First Congregational Church at 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 27th, 2010 with Reverend Jim Eaton and Reverend John Walworth officiating. George is survived by his wife, Joan, and his two sons, Edward of Mt. Pleasant, and Thomas (Therese) of Owosso. His five grandchildren include Julie (Chris) Bogas; Bradley (Sarah) Grant; Martha Grant; David Grant and his fiance' Rebecca Kokal, and Emily (Aaron) Lobb. George is also survived by four great grandchildren, Sam, Nick, Ben and Grace, and one brother, Robert (June) Grant of Ann Arbor and two special nephews. Memorials can be made to First Congregational Church of Owosso or Memorial
Healthcare Hospice. Anyone wishing to send on-line condolences to the family may do so at www.nelson-house.com Donald Eugene Brendahl
Age 83, of Owosso, passed away Monday, February 22, 2010 at his residence. Donald worked for Ford as a tool and manufacturing engineer. Funeral Services will be held 11 am, Friday, February 26, 2010 at Nelson-House Funeral Home, with Pastor Thadd Sparrow officiating. Burial will be held at the Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 2 to 8 pm, with the family present from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm. Donald was born on July 9, 1926 in Lansing, the son of Carl Fredrick and Amanda Elizabeth (Armstrong) Brendahl. He graduated from high school in Lansing. He served in the United States Army during World War II. Survivors include his son, Ronald Eugene Brendahl; daughters, Sue Kay Brendahl and Cheryl Lynn Brendahl; sister, Thelma Myer; and long-time friend and caregiver, Christial Sierra. He was predeceased by several brothers and sisters. Memorial contributions are suggested for final expenses. On-line condolences can be sent to the family at www.nelson-house.com Beverly Jane Rosenberger
Age 75, of Owosso, passed away Thursday, February 18, 2010 at Memorial Healthcare. Beverly retired from Owosso Memorial Healthcare after twenty-three years. She also worked for K-Mart. Funeral Services will be held 11 am, Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at Northgate Wesleyan Church, with Pastor Cal Emerson officiating. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Monday from 2 to 8 pm, with the family present from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm. Beverly was born on November 7, 1934 in Flint, the daughter of Floyd and Kathryne (Sharp) Boroff. She graduated from Clio High School. On January 23, 1954 she married Glen Ira Rosenberger in Clio. She was a member of Northgate Wesleyan Church. She enjoyed reading mysteries and romance novels and working on crossword puzzles and word searches. She was very active in her church and volunteered her time in the nursery and for the Ladies Aide groups. Family was very important to her and she loved the holidays and her monthly family get-togethers. Survivors include her husband, Glen Ira; daughters, Janie (Edwin) Routson, Betty (Bill) Spencer, Yvonne (Andy) Anderson, Kathryne (Jim) Barrett and Sally (Greg) Piper; sons, David Rosenberger, Robert Rosenberger and Glen (Cyndi Maison) Rosenberger, Jr.; granddaughters, Stacey Routson (and friend, Kirk), Heather (Troy) Smith, Heidi (Adam) Dailey, Sara Spencer (and friend, Matt), Jessica Rosenberger and Melissa Rosenberger; grandsons, Jeremy Routson, Ben Routson (and friend, Blair), Billy Spencer, David Rosenberger, Adam Rosenberger, Robbie Rosenberger, Brian Rosenberger, Jimmy Barrett, Joey Barrett, Scott Maison, and Jeremy (Laurie) Bigelow; great-grandchildren, Allison and Mitchell Goward, Hayden Smith, Brittnie and Blake Dailey, Parker Spencer, Alliegh and Chloe Routson, Trenton Maison, Larisa, Ty, Brittany and Krista Bigelow; sisters, Dorothy Burnett, Shirley (Ken) Thurston, Glenna (Ed) Kusky and Linda Schultz; brothers, Jim (Pat) Boroff, Bill (Sue) Boroff and Jerry Boroff; sisters-in-law, Doris (Rodney) Kober and Barb (Artchie) Dalasinski; and brother-in-law, Vic (Gladys) Rosenberger. She was predeceased by parents; her mother and father-in-law; an infant son, Floyd; great-grandson, Dakota; brothers-in-law, Gary Schultz and Chuck Burnett; and sister-in-law, Pam Boroff. Memorial contributions are suggested to the family. On-line condolences can be sent to the family at www.nelson-house.com Wayne K. Kline
Age 79, of Owosso, passed away Thursday, February 18, 2010 at the Durand Senior Care and Rehab Center, surrounded by his family. He was a great husband, father and grandfather and was a very giving person. Wayne worked for Midwest Abrasives for over thirty-nine plus years as a supervisor in the grinding wheel division. He was also a life-long farmer, retiring in 1978. He later worked for VG's in the meat department, enjoying it to the fullest and the people he met and worked with. A Memorial Service will be held 4 pm, Sunday, February 21, 2010 at Nelson-House Funeral Home, with Pastor Grant Lobb officiating. Military Honors will follow the service. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 2 pm until the time of the service. Wayne was born on March 8, 1930 on his family's farm in Bennington Township, the son of Harold and Isabell (Reed) Kline. He attended Owosso schools. He served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. On March 10, 1978 he married Eleanor Malinak at the Trinity United Methodist Church in Owosso. He loved farming, puttering around and woodworking. He enjoyed collecting trains and being outside. Survivors include his wife, Eleanor; children, Terry (Ginny) Kline, Greg Kline, Jill (Ken) Skinner, Judy (Cal) Hendrick, Robert Thomas and Melanie (George) Parks; sixteen grandchildren; and thirteen great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his first wife, Marian Walter; daughter, Karen Morrison; daughter-in-law, Cathy Thomas; and an infant brother, Robert. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the family. On-line condolences can be sent to the family at www.nelson-house.com Pauline Janice Tipton
Age 91, of Owosso, slipped away from this Earth and into the arms of Jesus on Monday, February 15, 2010. She joins her beloved husband, Gene. Pauline was born to Leslie and Hazel (Anthony) Allen on June 22, 1918, in Henderson, Michigan. She resided in this area all of her life. Funeral Services will be held 1 PM, Friday, February 19, 2010, at Nelson-House Funeral Home, with Pastor Rodger DeVore officiating. Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Henderson. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 2 to 8 PM, with the family present from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM. After graduating from Owosso High School, she worked at Memorial Hospital as one of the first nurse aides. This is where she met her husband-to-be, Gene. He had been critically injured, and she nursed him back to health. Gene always said he fell twice - once from the Consumer's pole and once for Pauline. Pauline was always busy in the church, cooking for large groups of people. She and Gene also worked with teenagers for several years. Later, they sponsored the Leisure Timers for several seasons. Pauline was a wonderful cook, as all of her family can attest to. She was truly a loving mother, grandmother and aunt. Surviving are her children, Leslie Hugh (Linda) Tipton and Joanne Elaine Tipton; grandchildren, Leslie (Lisa) Tipton, Laura Tipton and fiance, Len Birchmeier, and Leanne (Craig) Culinski; great-grandchildren, Collin and Alyssa Tipton, Lindsay Clark and Luke Soupal, and Talia and Taylor Culinski; sisters-in-law, Blanche Allen and Edith Allen; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Gene; sister, Myrtle Perry; and two brothers, Robert and Donald Allen. Pauline loved to cook, to sing and to buy gifts for everyone. She was an inspiration to her family and to all her knew her. "Her children arise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her." --Proverbs 31:28 Memorial contributions are suggested to Gideon Bibles or Owosso First
Church of the Nazarene. On-line condolences can be sent to the family at www.nelson-house.com Herbert (Herb) E. Wilson
Age 77, of Corunna passed away Thursday, February 11, 2010 at McLaren Regional Medical Center in Flint. Herb retired from General Motors in 1993. He also worked for Nick's Transmission for many years and became more than just an employee, having a wonderful relationship with whom the people he worked with. Funeral Services will be held 1 pm, Monday, February 15, 2010 at Nelson-House Funeral Home, with Pastor James Johnson officiating. Burial will follow at Wilkinson Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 5 to 8 pm and on Sunday from 2 to 8 pm, with the family present from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm. Herbert was born on February 8, 1933 in St. Johns, the son of Floyd and Lora (Morgan) Wilson, Sr. He served in the United States Army. He enjoyed fishing, boating and hunting. He took great pleasure in using his riding lawn mower and tractor when he was caring for his lawn. He had a great sense of humor and was always willing to get someone going for a smile. He was always there to help out whenever he was needed. Survivors include his life-long partner, Laurel Lawcock; two daughters, Robin Wilson and Julie Wilson; sisters, Eunice (Rex) Reynolds and Helena Burk; sister-in-law, Margaret Bobier; and many other loving family members and friends. He was predeceased by his parents; brothers, Floyd (Jack) Wilson, Jr., Chauncy Bobier, Kenneth Wilson and Keith Wilson; sisters, Mabel Smith and Luella McKee. Memorial contributions are suggested to the family. On-line condolences can be sent to the family at www.nelson-house.com Paul Banagis
Age 75, of Owosso, passed away Monday, February 8, 2010 at Memorial Healthcare, after a courageous two-month battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his loving wife of fifty-three years, Gaylene, sons, Ted and Steve, and daughter-in-law, Mary. Paul was born on February 5, 1935 in Detroit, the son of Samual A. and Emma L. (Waters) Banagis. He enlisted in the United States Air Force at age seventeen, and served from 1952 to 1956 as a firefighter in a crash and rescue unit in Japan. He received his GED from Ovid Elsie High School following completion of his military service. On June 29, 1957 he married Gaylene Reeser at Grace Bible Church in Owosso. Paul worked as a metal finishing specialist at Midland Ross for twenty-eight years and was a supervisor at Industrial Phosphate for two years. Later, after 10 years of service with the Owosso Public Schools, he retired in 1998 as the supervisor of the Mail and Supply Department. Paul was a member of the Owosso Fraternal Order of Eagles, American Legion, and belonged to the Masonic Lodge. He loved being outdoors and riding his bike. He enjoyed spending time with his wife, either by walking, taking long drives in the countryside, or traveling around Michigan and down South. He was an avid MSU fan and enjoyed all sports, especially football or any sport he was watching his six grandchildren participate in. A lot of his time was spent fixing anything that needed to be fixed, and many things that didn't. A Memorial Service, with military honors following, will be held at 1 pm, Saturday, February 20, 2010 at the First Church of God, 2100 N. M-52, Owosso, with Rev. John Miller officiating. The family will receive friends at the church on Saturday from 11 am until the time of the service. Survivors include his wife, Gaylene; sons, Ted Banagis and Steve (Mary) Banagis; granddaughters, Jessica and Courtney; grandsons, Derek, Devin, Dylan and Shawn; brother, David Banagis; and special nephew, Nick Cramer. He was predeceased by his parents; three brothers; and two sisters. Memorial contributions are suggested to Memorial Healthcare Cancer Center or the American Legion Honor Guard. On-line condolences can be sent to the family at www.nelson-house.com Ione M. Valley
Age 85, of Owosso, passed away Saturday, February 6, 2010 at Ovid Healthcare. Ione worked at Redman Motors for eight years and later at Universal for twenty-three years . Funeral Services will be held 1 pm, Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at Nelson-House Funeral Home, with Pastor Ray Strawser officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 6 to 8 pm and on Monday from 2 to 8 pm, with the family present from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm. Ione was born on July 19, 1924 in Rose City, the daughter of Melville and Lela (Straw) Edwards. She graduated from Rose City schools. On June 27, 1942 she married George F. Valley in Frankenmuth. She loved knitting, crocheting and baking, being known especially for her cream puffs and donuts. In her earlier years she enjoyed snowmobiling with her family. Survivors include her two sons, Lonnie J. (Tam) Valley and Harold G. (fiance, Denise) Valley; four grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and two sisters. She was predeceased by her husband, George; one brother; and two sisters. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Heart Association. On-line condolences can be sent to the family at www.nelson-house.com Rosella M. Humphrey Age 94, of Johannesburg, Michigan, passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at the Durand Senior Care & Rehab Center. A Memorial Service will be held at a later time. Rosella was born on April 17, 1915 in Bay City, the daughter of Joseph and Marie (Gauthier) Brennan. She attended Northern High School in Flint. On June 2, 1934 she married Vernon C. Humphrey in Flint. He predeceased her in September of 1985. She enjoyed reading and doing needlework, and loved watching the Detroit Tigers and Pistons. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Durand. Survivors include her two sons, Patrick (Bonnie) Humphrey of Johannesburg and Leslie (Sally) Humphrey of Florida; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Patricia Humphrey; and several nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Rosella M. Humphrey Memorial
Fund. On-line condolences can be sent to the family at www.nelson-house.com Lela M. Cartwright Hon
Age 100, of Owosso, formerly of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at Oliver Woods. A Celebration of Life will be held in her honor 11 am, Monday, February 8, 2010 at Nelson-House Funeral Home with Pastors Gary Turner and Chris Higgins officiating. Cremation has already taken place and a Graveside Service will be held at a later date at Greenlawn Cemetery in Phoenix, Arizona. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 2 to 6 pm. Lela was born to pioneer parents, Elmer and Docia (Mann) Cartwright on June 11, 1909 in Phoenix, when Arizona was still a territory. Lela was an advanced student and graduated from Phoenix Union High School in 1925 when she was sixteen years old. On June 30, 1928 she married Adrian C. Hon. Lela and Adrian raised three children in Tucson and spent many summers with the family at their ranch in Flagstaff. She was a wonderful homemaker. After her children were married, she worked for several years as a secretary for the Cartwright School District in Phoenix. She had been an active servant of the Lord and an avid student of His Word. Lela enjoyed Bible studies and Church Family activities. She was a member of the First Church of Christ in Owosso and the Glendale Church of Christ in Glendale, Arizona. Prior to retirement, she discovered her talent for oil painting and taught others how to paint as well. She also loved to garden and her garden flowers were often captured in her more than 300 oil paintings. She moved to Owosso in the 1980's and became a member of the Shiawassee Arts Council where she was once a featured artist. Her love was always unconditional. Lela shared her earthly wealth with anyone in need. Nothing brought her more happiness in her later years than watching her grandchildren grow. She also found immense joy playing with her great and great-great-grandchildren. Lela was known to many as "Grandma Honey" because of her kind and loving spirit. She is survived by her children, Jack N. Hon of Redding, CT, Gordon E. (Marsha) Hon of Long View, TX, and Linda R. (Bill) Hill of Owosso; grandchildren, Scott Warren of AZ, Kerry Hon of NJ, Michael (Marni) Hon of NJ, Ken Hon of AZ, Marc (Erlinda) Hon of AR, Bryan Rowsey of TX, Bridgette Rowsey of TX, Alexandra (John) Ayers of OK, Elizabeth Valdez of TX, Laura (Paul) Druker of Imlay City, Rodney (Takayoshi Nonaka) Hill of CA and Lisa (David) Hood of Owosso; twenty great-grandchildren; twelve great-great-grandchildren; brother, Jack (LaVerna) Cartwright of AZ; and many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends. Lela was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Emmett (Edith) Cartwright; sister, Irene (Fred) Holmes; and grandson, James Kelly Hon. Memorial contributions may be made to the Shiawassee Arts Council,
Respite or the First Church of Christ, Owosso. On-line condolences can be sent to the family at www.nelson-house.com Oldrich "Oli" Cech
Age 77, of Owosso, passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at Sparrow Health System in Lansing. Oli started his tool and die apprenticeship at General Motors Institute in 1955 and then worked for Chevrolet Manufacturing in Flint before retiring in 1990. Funeral Services will be held 11 am, Saturday, February 6, 2010 at Salem Lutheran Church, with Pastor James Bare officiating. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Friday from 2 to 8 pm, with the family present from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm. Oli was born on February 21, 1932 in Brno, Czechoslovakia, the son of Antonin and Stefanie (Konvicova) Cech. He came to the United States with his parents in September of 1948 and attended Owosso High School, graduating in 1952. He served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. On April 30, 1960 he married Patricia Ann Pokorny. He was a member of Salem Lutheran Church, the Conservation Association, the NRA, the V.F.W., Post #9455 and he was the leader of the Lutheran Pioneers. He was an avid Detroit Red Wings fan and enjoyed playing minor league hockey. He also liked to fish and spent many hours in his garden. Family always came first, especially his grandchildren. He loved attending and watching all of their sporting events. Survivors include his wife, Patricia; children, Carl Cech, David (Tammy) Cech and Susan L. (Brian) Sanderson; granddaughter, Sarah (James) Briggs II; four grandsons, Brian, Anthony, Alek and Logan; and great-granddaughter, Chevelle. He was predeceased by his parents. Memorial contributions are suggested to Salem Lutheran Church or Old
Country Polka Time. On-line condolences can be sent to the family at www.nelson-house.com Rose M. Pabst
Age 89, of Corunna, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at Memorial Healthcare, with her family at her side. A Memorial Service will be held 10 am, Saturday, February 6, 2010 at Nelson-House Funeral Home, with Deacon Gary Edington officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 9 am until the time of the service. Rose was born on July 29, 1920 in Owosso, the daughter of Glen and Catherine (Flynn) Walter. Rose worked for Redmonds, American Legion and the Eagles Club. She enjoyed shopping, traveling and being with her family. Survivors include her daughters, Janice LaGuire of Owosso, Mary Pabst of California and Shelley (Chris) Brant of Corunna; grandchildren, Brian Allen, Renee' (Art) Moya, Rachel (Tim) Spencer, Marlo (Chris) Hughen, Nicole Reed, Ashleigh Brant and Kyle Brant; great-grandchildren, Marisa, A.J., Zoey and Emerson; sisters, Katherine Gray and Joan Kebler of Owosso, Marjorie DeFelice of Pennsylvania, Dorothy (Duane) Hamlin of Ypsilanti; brothers, Gerald (Flo) Walter of Florida, and Leonard (Betty) Walter of Corunna; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her daughter, Marjorie; her parents; brothers, Philip, William, Spencer, James and Neil; and one sister, Lurene. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Shiawassee RESD Student
Learning Center. On-line condolences can be sent to the family at www.nelson-house.com Loretta Jane Gorman
Age 84, of Owosso, passed away Monday, February 1, 2010 at Memorial Healthcare. Funeral Services will be held 11 am, Friday, February 5, 2010 at Nelson-House Funeral Home, with Pastor Jerry Waldon officiating. Burial will follow at Easton Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 6 to 8 pm and on Thursday from 2 to 8 pm, with the family present from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm. Loretta was born on February 27, 1925 in Owosso, the daughter of Nick and Grace (VanHorn) Hollenback. She attended school in Henderson. On May 17, 1942 she married Mart Leroy Gorman of Easton, Michigan by Rev. Lyons at his home on Oliver Street. She is survived by her husband, Mart; children, Robert (Judy) Gorman of Owosso, Betty (Lawrence) Delmarten of Chesaning and Linda Holland of Owosso; twelve grandchildren; twenty-six great-grandchildren; and Nancy Gorman of Owosso. She was predeceased by two sons, Dan and Bobbie; granddaughter, Robin Woodworth; great-granddaughter, Emily Gorman; great-grandson, Owen; and son-in-law, William Holland. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society or to the charity of donor's choice. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.nelson-house.com Leo Frank Fisher
Age 86, of Owosso, passed away Monday, February 1, 2010 at the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio. Leo was born on June 29, 1923 in Owosso, the son of Frank and Anna (Hebekeuser) Fisher. He was born and raised on the same farm he currently resided at. Leo was a dairy and crop farmer his whole life. He retired from dairy farming in 1988 and crop farming in 2008. He couldn't get away from farming all together, so he kept a few beef cattle. On October 27, 1945 he married Lois Marie Sutphen at St. Paul's Catholic Church. They had three daughters. He loved his family and grandchildren and enjoyed going to their sporting events and helping them whenever possible. Leo was known as the "go to guy" whenever anyone needed something. Some of his favorite past times included restoring old tractors and machinery in his workshop, making daily trips to his favorite donut shop to visit his friends, weekly breakfast with his best friend, Kenny DeLong, and going to auction sales with his brother, Frank. Survivors include his wife, Lois of sixty-four years; three daughters, Margaret Burl of Corunna, Kathleen (James) Sparks of Owosso and Lori (Brian) Porter of Owosso; eight grandchildren, Steve (Lynette) Burl, Lisa Burl, Heather (fiance, Matt Fredrick) Burl, Scott Sparks, Brian (Tammy) Sparks, Ashley (fiance, Dj Kline), Brooke and Taylor Porter; nine great-grandchildren, Ryan and Kevin Burl, Shonna and Zachary Frary, Ryan and Christina Sparks, Kelsie, Sidney and Aubrie Sparks; sister, Lucille (Louis) Granger of Owosso; brother, Franklin (Joana) Fisher of Owosso; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents; infant sister, Margaret; infant grandson, Ryan; and son-in-law, Ronald Burl. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to wishes of
the family. Anyone wishing to send on-line condolences to the family may do so at www.nelson-house.com
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