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Damian J. Renfer

Damian J. Renfer

May 26, 2020

Renfer, Damian J.

Was born July 21, 1966 and passed away peacefully on May 26, 2020 due to failing health. He was preceded in death by his parents, Michael J. and Bethany A. Renfer. He is survived by two brothers, Todd (Kristy) and Scott (Teresa). Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, aunt, uncles and cousins. Damian was...

Antoinette Jane “Tosia” Drongowski

Antoinette Jane “Tosia” Drongowski

May 25, 2020

Drongowski, Antoinette Jane "Tosia"

Passed away on May 25, 2020 at Bethany Care Home at the age of 91. She is preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Stanley J. Drongowski (Charlie), her eldest son, Michael S. Drongowski, her mother, Antoinette Dubinski Nogaj, father, Anthony Dubinski and sister Helen Powell. Mrs. Drongowski was born in...

Anita Mary Trione (Quello)

Anita Mary Trione (Quello)

May 18, 2020

Of Jackson, passed away on Monday, May 18, 2020.  She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Raymond and son, Steven .  She is survived by her five children, James (Linda), Judi (David) Beaudoin, Lynne (Don) Flippo, Robert (Lisa), and Chris; 10 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. Anita attended St. Joseph's Nursing School in Hancock, Michigan graduating in...

Irene Marie Conklin

Irene Marie Conklin

May 17, 2020

Conklin, Irene Marie Age 92 went to be with our Lord on Sunday, May 17, 2020 while at home under the loving care of her family.  She was born on September 27, 1927 in Jackson to Julius and Anna (Trepka) Doering.  She is survived by her children, Kathy Conklin, Michael (Marie) Conklin, Cindy (Chris) Kokoczka, Carol (Randy) Czubko, Aileen...

Laurie May Hamlin (Kellogg)

Laurie May Hamlin (Kellogg)

May 16, 2020

Hamlin (Kellogg), Laurie May

Of Addison, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2020 age 60 years. Survived by her husband of 39 years, Craig and her beloved dogs. Laurie loved flowers, nature, outdoors, birds and wildlife. Graveside services will be held on Thursday, May 21, 2020 at 1:00 PM at the Woodstock-Sanford Cemetery in Woodstock Township. Rev....

Barbara J. Palmer

Barbara J. Palmer

May 10, 2020

Palmer, Barbara J.

Of Jackson, passed away at home on Sunday, May 10, 2020, surrounded by her loving family, age 88 years.  Survived by her sister Dorothy Miller, and brother David Feldpausch, several nieces and nephews.  Barbara was preceded in death by her husband John E. Palmer.  She retired as Supervisor and a Union Rep. from Michigan...

Karen Sue Smith (Frey)

Karen Sue Smith (Frey)

May 9, 2020

Smith (Frey), Karen Sue

Of Jackson, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2020 peacefully at her home with her daughters and husband by her side. She was under the loving care of hospice after a hard-fought battle with cancer. She was a loving mother, grandmother (Grandma KK), and wife, who couldn't help but bring joy to the lives...

Guy Edward Macchia

Guy Edward Macchia

May 8, 2020

Guy Edward Macchia

Of Jackson, passed away on Friday, May 8, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Anthony Macchia and Josephine Macchia. He is survived by his siblings, Joseph and Fannie Macchia, John and Norma Macchia, Mike and Julie Macchia, and Gina Macchia. Loved by many nieces and nephews, Shaun Macchia, Tony Macchia,...

Richard J. Corder

Richard J. Corder

May 5, 2020

Richard James Corder fought courageously but lost his battle to cancer on May 5, 2020. Rick lived his life with integrity and humility. He was always the first one to step in when there was a problem. He leaves behind his wife of 38 years, Janet (Thompson), two sons Kyle (Holly) and Richard N. and two grandchildren, Marla and...

Reverend Paul Julian Cummings

Reverend Paul Julian Cummings

May 4, 2020

The Reverend Paul Julian Cummings, age 94, a priest of the Catholic Diocese of Lansing, died on Monday, May 4, 2020. Fr. Cummings was born on March 29, 1926 in Jackson, Michigan to the lateMatthew and Rose (Hahn) Cummings. He was graduated from St. John's High School Class of 1944.  After graduation he enlisted in the United States Navy...

Cynthia Ann "Cindy" Slone

Cynthia Ann "Cindy" Slone

May 4, 2020

Slone, Cynthia Ann "Cindy"

of Jackson, passed away on Monday, May 4, 2020 at the age of 62. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ed and Marg Vogt and special angel granddaughter, Taylen. She is survived by her loving husband of 23 years, Paul Slone; two sons, Matthew (Tyoni) and Christopher (Rose); daughter, Amanda Slone;...

Dorothy C. Guidice (Elieff)

Dorothy C. Guidice (Elieff)

Apr 30, 2020

GUIDICE (ELIEFF), DOROTHY C.

Of Jackson, passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2020 at the age of 86 years. She is survived by her three children, Lorri (Daniel) Heddinger, Greg (Therese) Guidice, and Katie Guidice; five grandchildren, Danielle and Jared "J.P." Heddinger, Darcy, Frank and Carly Guidice; and two sisters. She was preceded in death by her...

Janet A. Duffy (Hoffman)

Janet A. Duffy (Hoffman)

Apr 25, 2020

Duffy (Hoffman), Janet A.

Passed away peacefully at her home on April 25, 2020. She had just celebrated her 84th birthday on April 20th. Janet was the youngest of 10 children to the late Julius & Ethel Hoffman. She was predeceased by her husband of 57 years Art Duffy Jr, son TJ and grandson Michael Thornton; siblings...

Timothy Benner

Timothy Benner

Apr 23, 2020

Benner, Timothy

Tim Benner passed away on April 23, 2020, with his family by his side, after losing his battle with cancer. Born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, he retired in 2017 as a software engineer, but his passions and talents went far beyond his work. Those who knew him enjoyed his eclectic taste in music—from Sinatra...

Richard "Rick" Michael Klimmer

Richard "Rick" Michael Klimmer

Apr 21, 2020

Klimmer, Richard "Rick" Michael

Born May 12, 1952 passed away in the loving arms of his wife on Tuesday, April 21, 2020 at the Henry Ford Allegiance Hospice Home after a courageous battle with GBM Brain Cancer. He is survived by the love of his life wife Sue (Hiatt-Fitzgerald), his constant companion Cooper, daughter Taryn (Derek) Flint,...

James "Joe" Griffin

James "Joe" Griffin

Apr 20, 2020

Griffin, James (Joe)

Gained his angel wings on April 20, 2020 at the age of 81 years.

He joined his parents; 1 brother; and 3 sisters. He is survived by his wife Dianna Griffin; 4 daughters; 3 sons; 2 daughters-in-law; 1 son-in-law; 17 grandchildren; numerous great grandkids; 1brother and 1 sister.

He is...

Thelma Louise Thorson (Karns)

Thelma Louise Thorson (Karns)

Apr 19, 2020

Thelma Louise Karns Thorson passed away Sunday, April 19, 2020 at MidMichigan Medical Center in West Branch, MI. She was 97 years young. Thelma was born October 30, 1922 in Lincoln, Illinois to Hayward James (HJ) and Mary Margaret Carr Karns (Margie). She is the last surviving member of her siblings, HJ Karns Jr., Ruth Wood, Earl Karns, and...

Josie J. And Barbara S. Bany

Josie J. And Barbara S. Bany

Apr 19, 2020

Bany, Josie J. and Barbara S.

After 69 years of marriage, Josie Junior and Barbara Suzanne (Whitney) Bany peacefully joined Our Lord and Savior less than a week apart. Barbara, age 88, passed away on Monday, April 13, 2020 with her husband Josie, holding her hand. Josie, age 90, passed away six days later, on Sunday, April...

Susan Mary Gleeson, (Dotterweich)

Susan Mary Gleeson, (Dotterweich)

Apr 18, 2020

Gleeson (Dotterweich), Susan Mary

of Jackson, MI loving and devoted wife of Roger Gleeson passed peacefully from this life on April 18, 2020. She was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan on July 27, 1932 to William and Marion Dotterweich who predecease her. Susan lived a full and joyful life all while helping others as a nurse, mother,...

Carol E. Posey

Carol E. Posey

Apr 15, 2020

The Posey family regrets to announce the passing of our loving wife, sister, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, Carol E. Posey, 81, of Jackson, MI, formerly of Albion, MI. Carol passed unexpectedly in her home on April 15, 2020. Carol was born September 27, 1938 to Leo and Leola Derhammer, in Marshall, MI. She met her loving husband Jerry D....

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