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George W. Horning

George W. Horning

Oct 16, 2009

HORNING, GEORGE W. Of Jackson passed away Friday, October 16, 2009 age 89 years with his family at his side. He is survived by his wife of 60 years RoseMary (Green) Horning. His children; Katherine (Mike) Brieger, Carolyn (Cliff) Braun, Lorraine (Dale) Kuhl and Andrew Horning. He had numerous grand children and great grandchildren. He is also survived by his...

Forrest "Forrie" W. Brininstool

Forrest "Forrie" W. Brininstool

Oct 14, 2009

BRININSTOOL, FORREST W. Passed away peacefully Wednesday, October 14, 2009, at the age of 93 years. He was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Geraldine (Jenkins) Brininstool; Sisters Genevieve and Mary Lou; and brothers Gerald, Donald and Ralph. Survived by one daughter; Karen (Tom) Gazella; two sons; William (Chris) and David (Ann). Six grandchildren; Beth, Joey, Andy,...

Theodore "Ted" L. Chames

Theodore "Ted" L. Chames

Oct 13, 2009

CHAMES, THEODORE L. "TED" Of Jackson passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2009 surrounded by his family age 75 years. Survived by two daughters; Melanie (Harold) West and Melinda (Randy) Hutson. Grandchildren; Melissa, Taylor and Bryce. Sister; Katherine Vlachos. Preceded in death by his parents Harry and Mary Chames. Ted loved to volunteer at many functions playing the piano. He enjoyed...

Shirley M Kelly

Shirley M Kelly

Oct 12, 2009

KELLY, SHIRLEY MARIE— Of Leslie Township, passed away on Monday, October 12, 2009 at the age of 67. Shirley was born July 17, 1942 in Jackson, MI to Donald L. Kelly and Lenna M. Moffitt. She is preceded in death by her twin sister and best friend, Sharron M. Kelly; also survived by very special nephews and nieces, Gilbert L....

Mary Barbara Smith

Mary Barbara Smith

Oct 9, 2009

SMITH, (BROWNING), MARY BARBARA Mary Browning Smith was a lifelong resident of Jackson. She was born September 29, 1918 to John W. and Anna Browning and passed away Friday, October 9, 2009. Mary Browning graduated from St. Mary's High School in 1936 and from Jackson Junior College in 1938. In 1941, she married John William (Bill) Smith, also a graduate...

Brian G. Thiel

Brian G. Thiel

Oct 6, 2009

Thiel, Brian G.— Of Jackson, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at his home at the age of 52. Preceded in death by his father, Malcolm. Survived by his mother, Wanda; stepfather James Post; one sister, Michelle (Dave) Lozier; one brother, Patrick (Diane) Thiel; two nephews, Stephen and Kevin Lozier. He was a graduate of Parkside High School...

Vivian Elaine Ellsworth

Vivian Elaine Ellsworth

Oct 6, 2009

Ellsworth, Vivian Elaine of Jackson passed away on October 6, 2009 at the age of 85 years. She was the daughter of Bernard and Vera Phillips. She is survived by her loving son Roger, his wife Joan and her grandson Tom Ellsworth. Also by a special childhood friend, Joan McCoy, to whom she was always "Tootie". One brother, Wendell Phillips,...

Catherine R Parkinson

Catherine R Parkinson

Oct 5, 2009

Parkinson, Catherine Rose— Passed away on Monday, October 5, 2009. She was born July 6, 1934 in Philadelphia, PA and went to be with the Lord after a long, courageous battle with cancer. She was born and raised in Philadelphia to Charles and Emily Pildis, who preceded her in death. On January 21, 1958 she moved with her new family...

Roger C Willers

Roger C Willers

Oct 2, 2009

Willers, Roger C. of Jackson, passed away on Friday, October 2, 2009 at the age of 78 years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Delores. He is survived by three daughters, Marie (Charles) Elder, Michelle Willers and Monique (James) Worth; three granddaughters, Monica, Miranda and Melody. Roger was retired from Aeroquip and enjoyed building model ships, traveling and...

Carson C. Clark

Carson C. Clark

Oct 2, 2009

Clark, Carson C. Age 5, of Brooklyn, passed away on Friday, October 2, 2009 surrounded by his loving family. Preceded in death by his grandfather John D. Clark. Survived by his parents, David and Susan Clark; two brothers, Cody and Cameron; one sister, Caitlin; grandparents, Dr. Calvin (Elizabeth) Ernst; Wynona Clark. Carson loved Corbin Bleu, Diego, Lou the hippo, catching...

Marilyn R Heatherman

Marilyn R Heatherman

Sep 29, 2009

Heatherman, Marilyn R. of Jackson, passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2009 at the age of 86 years. She was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Frank. She is survived by four children, Diana (Jan) Nelson, Mary (Larry) Alberts, Anne (John) Rogus, Frank T. (Melissa) Heatherman; 10 grandchildren, Lisa Hess, Tara Heatherman, Laura and David Rogus, Emily...

Frances G. Nott

Frances G. Nott

Sep 25, 2009

NOTT, FRANCES G. of Jackson formerly of Munith, passed away Friday, September 25, 2009 age 90 years. The former Frances Judge was born on July 4, 1919 to James and Mary Judge. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She will be remembered for her beautiful smile, gentle ways and wonderful sense of humor. Frances...

Carolyn L Phelps

Carolyn L Phelps

Sep 24, 2009

Phelps, Carolyn L Our beloved Carolyn Phelps (Wowianko) passed away peacefully on September 24, 2009, after a brief bout with cancer. Carolyn was born on January 21, 1940. She was preceded in death by her parents Walter and Sophia (Czulowski) Wowianko and her grandparents, Peter and Mary Wowianko, and Paul and Augustina Czulowski. Carolyn is survived by her beloved husband...

Helen Irene Cockburn

Helen Irene Cockburn

Sep 14, 2009

Cockburn (Konopka), Helen Irene— Age 86 years, passed away at Allegiance Hospital on September 14, 2009 surrounded by her loved ones. Daughter of Victor and Sophia Konopka. Former hostess at The Regent Café and a long time employee at The Viking Steak House. Survived by sons, J. Collier (Linda), Roderick (Lynn); loving grandchildren, Jennifer, Megan, Jessica, Andrew, and Aaron. Preceded...

Nancy J. Michaud

Nancy J. Michaud

Sep 8, 2009

MICHAUD, NANCY J. Of Jackson passed away at her home under the loving care of her family and Allegiance Hospice Tuesday, September 8, 2009 age 75 years. Survived by her loving husband of 58 years, 13 children, numerous grand and great grandchildren and one sister. Preceded in death by her son Brian. According to her wishes Mrs. Michaud has been...

L. Glenn "Mac" Mcintyre

L. Glenn "Mac" Mcintyre

Sep 6, 2009

McIntyre, L. Glenn "Mac" Of Pleasant Lake, MI, passed away at his home under the loving care of his family and Allegiance Hospice, September 6th, aged 83 years. Mac was a long-time businessman and musician who also enjoyed horse racing. Mac served as a Seaman First Class in the United States Navy during World War II. Survived by three sons,...

Philip Clare Carlson

Philip Clare Carlson

Sep 4, 2009

CARLSON, PHILIP CLARE of Parma, passed away Friday, September 4, 2009 at the age of 82. Phil was preceded in death by his father John, mother Clara, two brothers Frank and James. Survived by his wife of 57 years Sarah (Sally). Five children; Philip Fred (Pat) of Jackson, Marc (Cindy) of Jackson, Kathie (John) McLain of Ann Arbor, Jill (Dick)...

Earl C Jones

Earl C Jones

Sep 2, 2009

Jones, Earl C. Jr. "Chuck" of Jackson, passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2009 at the age of 85 years. He was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Patricia J. Jones. He is survived by five children, Cindy (Bruce) Burgener of Jackson, Denise (Richard) Napora of Tampa, FL, Barry (Cynthia) Jones of Mundelein, IL, Mary (Scott) Gauger...

John H Churchill

John H Churchill

Sep 2, 2009

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John "The Rook" A. Stone

John "The Rook" A. Stone

Sep 1, 2009

STONE, JOHN A. "THE ROOK" — Of Horton, passed away suddenly September 1, 2009, at the age of 52. John was born on May 22, 1957 in Jackson, MI to Palmer and Marguerite Stone. John is survived by his mother, Marguerite; his soulmate and wife, Autumn; and their four children, sons, T.J., John Jr. (Betsy), Matthew; daughter, Kari; two grandchildren,...

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