obituaries

Aug 8, 2012

McQuillan, Virginia A. of Jackson, passed away on Wednesday, August 8, 2012 at the age of 89 years. She is survived by two nephews and one niece, Charles McQuillan (Shiela Williams), Nicolette Crider and Shawn McQuillan; special friend, Jim Fountain. Virginia was a devout Catholic and a long-time member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. A graveside service will...

Aug 8, 2012

Watson, Jordynn Elaine Passed away suddenly on Wednesday, August 8, 2012 age 15 months. Survived by her mother, Anna E. Watson and her father Billy G. Taylor Jr. Her grandparents, Billy G. and Judy Taylor Sr., and Jackie Watson. Aunts and Uncles; Scott (Kris) Marsh, Andrea, Jamie, Curtis, Zach, Jay and Tessa Watson, Sharon Blair, Julie Register, Sherie Mohon, Eric...

Aug 7, 2012

Giroux, Birklee Mae "Birkie" Of Jackson, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday August 7, 2012 age 4 years. Survived by her parents Brian and Billie, brother Brody, grandparents; Bill and Shari Gannon, Jim and Linda Maples and Cheryl Giroux. Numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Birkie was in charge at home and is now in charge in heaven. Cremation has taken place...

Aug 4, 2012

Gallas, Jane L. Of South Haven, formerly of Jackson, passed away Saturday, August 4, 2012 age 92 years. Survived by two nieces, Cathy Black and Kathie Black. Five grand nieces and nephews, Alison Black, Ben Black, Andrew Black, Dan (Allie) Black and Elizabeth Black. One great grand niece, Madison Black. She was preceded in death by her husband of 67...

Aug 3, 2012

Cook, Rosemarie V. of Jackson, passed away on Friday, August 3, 2012 at the age of 81 years. She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Paul N. Cook; sisters-in-law, Lorraine Varner, Teresa Cook and Esther Silcock; brothers-in-law, Frank Marriott, James (Barbara) Cook, Mark (Margaret) Cook; special care giver, Diane (Todd) Marriott; many cousins, nieces and nephews. She was...

Jul 23, 2012

Morrissey, Elaine Mary Of Jackson went to be with her husband of 59 years Joseph. Elaine passed away at home under the loving care of her family on Monday, July 23, 2012 age 88 years. She is survived by four children; Greg Morrissey, Peggy Matthes who was also her special care giver, Mark Morrissey and David Morrissey. Daughter-in-law Jill Morrissey,...

Jul 10, 2012

LaPointe, Luella M. "Lu" Of Jackson passed away under the loving care of her family and the staff at the Allegiance Hospice Home on Tuesday, July 10, 2012 age 88 years. Survived by five children: Elayne (Walt) Niernberg, Gerald (Crystal) Walmsley, Julie (Doug) Pequet, Sue (Tom) Lusk and Jeanne Ryers. 16 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren and her brother Hector (Dorothy)...

Jul 8, 2012

Andruszewski(Konkel),Clara passed away on Sunday, July 8, 2012. Born in 1917, she was a lifelong resident of Jackson. She leaves to cherish her memory her husband of 63 years, Bernard Andruszewski and children John, Mary, Karen, James, Mark, Paul and Thomas. She was preceded in death by sons, Michael and baby Joseph. She is also survived by sister Betty Berkemeier...

Jul 7, 2012

Holda, Ramona Kathryn of Jackson, died of natural causes, after a brief illness, on Saturday, July 7, 2012 at the age of 83 years. She was born on September 11, 1928 in Austin, Minnesota and was the daughter of Fred and Eva Smith (deceased). She married Bernard Eugene Holda on September 8, 1951 in Jackson, MI. He preceded her in...

Jul 5, 2012

Truskowski, Alan A. of Jackson, passed away suddenly at the age of 51 years. He is survived by his parents, Alfred and Delores (Cavender) Truszkowski; two sisters, Cynthia (Dennis) Gostola and Denise Donahue. He was preceded in death by his brother, Rick. He is also survived by nieces and nephews, Megan, Ryan, Elise and Cara. Alan was a graduate of...

Jul 2, 2012

Hartsuff, Nancy Annie Virginia "Nancy" Hartsuff (King) died on Monday, July 2, 2012. She was 81. Daughter of Ted and Peggy King, she graduated from Jackson High School in 1949 and then attended Jackson Junior College. She married Raymon Hartsuff in 1951 and had two children before working at Mercy Hospital and Foote Hospital. She retired from Foote in 1991....

Jun 25, 2012

Nidelcheff, John S. Sr., Of Jackson left for his last scheduled trip escorted by his tour guide, the good Lord on Monday, June 25, 2012 age 83 years. John was preceded in death by his beloved wife Marjorie on June 18, 1971. Survivors include his son John Jr. "Kip", daughter-in-law Robin and grandson "Joey". Daughter Sheryl and son-in law Richard...

Jun 25, 2012

Keyes, Joyce C. Of Jackson passed away on Monday, June 25, 2012 after a long illness age 80 years. Survived by her husband of 60 years, Thomas D. Keyes. Two daughters; Karen (Fred) Galicki and Kathleen Keyes (Griff Sutliff). Daughter in law, Kathy Keyes. Seven grandchildren; Melissa, Karen, Michael, Michelle, Joshua, Jason and Sherry. Eight great grandchildren, five great great...

Jun 21, 2012

Martone, Robert E. of Leslie, passed away on Thursday, June 21, 2012 at the age of 76 years. He was preceded in death by his wife of 32 years, Donna M. Martone. He is survived by four children, Theresa Martone, Michael Martone, Annette (Jamshid) Zandieh, Angela (Jason) Koch; seven grandchildren, Breeanna Martone, Aleesha and Riyon Zandieh, Justin, Shelby, Kendra and...

Jun 20, 2012

Margul, Genevieve "Genny" Age 93, passed away at the Allegiance Hospice Home on Wednesday, June 20, 2012, under the loving care of her family and Allegiance Hospice. Genny was preceded in death by her husband Walter "Whitey", parents Mary (Gajewska) and Peter Poletek, her sisters Stella Gutowski and Lottie Drongowski, brothers Stanley and Joseph Poletek, and baby boy Margul. Genny...

Jun 19, 2012

Harley, Anna Of Jackson, passed away Tuesday, June 19, 2012, age 89 years. Anna was born May 18, 1923 in Pellston, MI to Paul and Katherine Osypczuk. She was preceded in death by her husband William Harley, brothers Joe and Stan Osypczuk, sisters June McEnroe, and Mary Kreski. Anna is survived by her twin brother Paul Osypczuk, daughter Carolyn (Zeke)...

Jun 18, 2012

Burns, Shirley Arlene 85, of Jackson, went home to be with the Lord Monday, June 18, 2012. Shirley was born June 7, 1927 in Jackson, Michigan. She was the daughter of Charles and Mable Zwick. She is survived by her loving husband, Howard J. Burns and her children, Deb Lyons, Christopher, Ann (Tom) Niebauer, Jack (Bonnie) and daughter-in-law, Suzanne. There...

Jun 16, 2012

ARTHUR "ART" C. HOWARD, JR.

born in Jackson, MI on February 4, 1920 passed into his new life on June 16, 2012 under the loving care of the Highland Alzheimer's Care Home and Great Lakes Hospice Staff and family members. Art was preceded in death by Enid, his wife of 52 years; parents Arthur Howard, Sr. and mother Cecile...

Jun 16, 2012

DeWolfe, Shirley J. Widow of Richard "Butch" DeWolfe, passed away at her home in Michigan Center on Saturday, June 16, 2012 at the age of 65 years. She is survived by her son, Michael DeWolfe, her daughter, Marsha DeWolfe, her granddaughter, Gabbie DeWolfe, her sister, Carol Wiley and her brother, Jerry Albert. She was a devoted member of Our Lady...

Jun 13, 2012

Granger, George C. of Jackson, passed away on Wednesday, June 13, 2012 at the age of 84 years. He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Charlotte "Chuckie" Granger. He is survived by two daughters; Cindy (Jeff) Buckler and Becky Jones; four grandchildren, Shawn (Brian) Bartel, Jamie Jones, Chad (Dawn) Knight and Justin (Katy) Knight; nine great...