Obituaries

Agnes  Cecilia Esper

Agnes Cecilia Esper

Mar 2, 2017

Agnes Cecelia Esper, 86 peacefully entered the gates of Heaven on Thursday, March 2, 2017 with family at her side. Agnes was born November 27, 1930 to Raymond and Gertrude (DeLater) Miller. She was happily married to William Esper for 61 years until his passing on September 23, 2015. The loving mother of Grace (Paul) Eisen of Cadillac; Alice (John)...

Robert  Eugene Wetzel

Robert Eugene Wetzel

Feb 20, 2017

Robert Eugene Wetzel, age 98 of New Baltimore, previously Richmond, MI passed away Monday, February 20th 2017. He was born July 10, 1918 to Albert and Rose (McNail) Wetzel in Beucoup, IL. On April 4, 1948, Robert married Josephine Pisowicz, remaining happily married for 50 years until her passing on June 28, 1998. Surviving are their three children: Lark (Henry)...

Sally  Ann Drewek

Sally Ann Drewek

Feb 16, 2017

Sally Ann Drewek, 74, passed away at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital, Thursday, February 16, 2017. Loving mother of Shawn Drewek, Colin (Kathrine) Drewek and Ian Drewek; Grandmother of Jason (Sarah), Kayla, Jacob, Hope, Megan and Maxwell. Preceded in death by her son Christopher Drewek and furry friend her Dachschund Peanut. Sally enjoyed listening to music, gardening and antiquing. If you...

Edward  Joseph Bulski

Edward Joseph Bulski

Feb 15, 2017

Edward Joseph Bulski, 93, of Casco, passed away peacefully at home, February 15, 2017. Beloved husband of Virginia Bulski; Caring father of Stanley (Kathleen) Bulski and Veronica (Leo) Dupuis; Father-in-Law of David Smith; Grandfather of Karrie, Nicholas, Michael, Scott, Nathan, Janell, Ashley and Kyle; Great grandfather of Addison, Avery, Aiden, Garret, Charlotte, Lola, Carson and Maverik. Also, survived by his...

Edwin  Holman Holmberg

Edwin Holman Holmberg

Feb 1, 2017

Edwin Holman Holmberg Jr., 91, of Richmond went to be with his Lord and Savior Wednesday, February 1, 2017. Edwin was born to Frances and Edwin Holmberg Sr. April 30, 1925 in Detroit Michigan. He grew up on the east side of Detroit and moved to Richmond eighty years ago. Survived by his special friends Stephen (Lori) Wingert, Carm (Ann)...

Lois  Joy King

Lois Joy King

Jan 15, 2017

Lois Joy King, 81, went to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday, January 15, 2017. Beloved wife of the late James William King; Caring mother of Lois (Michael) Maljak and Daniel (Natalie) King; Grandmother of Courtney (Andrew) Tallman, John King, Sierra King, Stacy (Paul) Doroh, Lisa (Peter) Doroh, Michael Maljak and Sarah (Paul) Hodges; Great grandmother of Emma, Jonas,...

Fern  Evelyn Mercer

Fern Evelyn Mercer

Jan 11, 2017

FERN ROUSSEAU MERCER, December 5, 1923. Passed away January 11, 2017, after a long illness. Fern was born in Gagetown, MI and lived most of her life in St. Clair Shores, Richmond and North Carolina. Fern was a great mother to her children, Shellie (Rousseau) Schroudt, (Richard Schroudt), Karen Rousseau Becker (Thomas Becker). She was predeceased by two of her...

Michael  Whalen Ghesquiere

Michael Whalen Ghesquiere

Jan 10, 2017

Michael Whalen Ghesquiere, 69, of Columbus, passed away at U of M Hospital Tuesday, January 10, 2017. Loving husband of Lynn Ghesquiere; Caring father of Heidi, Michael (Tracy) and Tammy (Cory) ; Grandfather of Michael, Austin, Lydia, Calen, Madison, David, Abigail, Emma, Ellie, Maggie, Grace and Olivia. Also, survived by his siblings John and Carol Ghesquiere. Most important to Michael...

James  Gerald Rewalt

James Gerald Rewalt

Jan 2, 2017

JAMES GERALD REWALT age 71 of Ray, Michigan, formerly of Richmond died Monday, January 2, 2017. Jim was born January 21, 1945 in Mount Clemens, MI to the late Homer and Anna Mae (Keegan) Rewalt. He graduated from St. Augustine Catholic High School in Richmond in 1962 and earned his associates degree from St. Clair County Community College. Jim served...

Ilene  Mary Rosemeck

Ilene Mary Rosemeck

Dec 30, 2016

Ilene Mary Rosemeck, 83, passed away peacefully at Medilodge of Richmond Friday, December 30, 2016. She is survived by her children Kathleen Schnoor of Fair Haven, Daniel (Debbie) Rosemeck of Utica, Anita (Karl) Crosena of Fair Haven, Glenn Rosemeck of Warren and Kimberly Foster of Fair Haven; Grandchildren Dana (Dan), Ryan, Shelby, Chelsey and Devon; Great grandson Samuel; Sister Johanne...

Kevin  Lee Crittenden

Kevin Lee Crittenden

Dec 30, 2016

Kevin Lee Crittenden, 56, surrounded by his loving family he left this world unexpectedly Friday, December 30, 2016. Please join family and friends for a Memorial Service from 2:00-5:00 p.m. January 22, 2017 at the Fraternal Order of Eagles, 2645 Howard St., Port Huron 48060

Sarah  Ann Sebastian

Sarah Ann Sebastian

Dec 28, 2016

Sarah Ann Sebastian, 34, of Port Huron passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, December 28, 2016. Born October 26, 1982 to Kelly and Ronald Sebastian Jr. A 2001 graduate of Imlay City High School. She worked as a Medical Assistant at Lighthouse Family Medicine. Cherished sister of Matthew (Suzy) Sebastian; Caring aunt of Bennett and Gwyneth. Beloved fiancé of Dan Mason. Also,...

Marlene  Marie Houston

Marlene Marie Houston

Dec 14, 2016

Marlene Marie Houston, 81, of Richmond; passed away at Lake Huron Medical Center Wednesday, December 14, 2016. Loving wife of the late Ray Houston. Caring mother of Vern (Lynne), Randy (Peggy) and the late David (Terri) Houston all of Columbus, Mi. Special grandmother of Melanie (Jeremy) Jenkins, Jennifer (Brad) Davidson, Ray (Vikki) Houston, Sheri (Loren) Hickok, Ken (Amy) Houston, Joshua...

Dolores  Jane Spicer

Dolores Jane Spicer

Dec 12, 2016

Dolores Jane Spicer, 88, a lifelong resident of Richmond, passed away at McLaren Macomb Hospital Monday, December 12, 2016. She was the daughter of Milton Schultz and Luella Beier. Beloved wife of the late William E. Spicer; Caring mother of Suzanne Hoornstra, Robert E. (Laura) Spicer and Carrie Spicer; Grandmother of Tina Gross, Ben Hoornstra, Robert A. Spicer, Theresa (Darren)...

Katherine  Elizabeth Fistler

Katherine Elizabeth Fistler

Dec 10, 2016

Katherine Elizabeth Fistler, 95, passed away at Advantage Living Center on Saturday, December 10, 2016. Loving wife of the late Edward Fistler Sr.; Cherished mother of Sharon (Charles) Harmon, Diane (Thomas) McKiernan, Edward Fistler Jr., James Fistler and Robert Fistler. Grandmother of Jennifer Miller, Matthew Harmon, Karrie (Jason) Lietz, Kathryn (Chris) Haldeman, Kellie (Rob) Girvin, Pamela (Tim) Hansen, Mark (Heather)...

Michelle  Darlene Franco

Michelle Darlene Franco

Dec 5, 2016

Michelle Darlene English-Franco, 41, passed away at her home in Richmond, Monday, December 5, 2016. Beloved mother to Noah and Ethyn Franco of New Baltimore. She is survived by her mother Brenda Hargrove, Brothers Doug (Denise) Hargrove, and Mark Hargrove, Sister Danielle (Al) LaForte, God Parents Darlene and Darryl Busch, MANY nieces and nephews and extended family in Michigan and...

Mary  Jane Vanhevel

Mary Jane Vanhevel

Dec 4, 2016

Mary Jane VanHevel, 81, of Lenox, passed away at Henry Ford Hospital, Sunday, December 4, 2016. Beloved wife of Thomas L. VanHevel; Caring mother of Thomas (Sue) VanHevel, Michael (Norma) VanHevel, Anne (Jeff) Bond and Patricia VanHevel; Loving grandmother of Eric (Amy), Darren (Jodi), Brian (Crystalyn), Joseph and Jason VanHevel, Andrea (Jake) Thorne, Christina (Brian) Szczesniak, Jeremy (Renee) and Kyle...

Wilma  Anna Hendy

Wilma Anna Hendy

Dec 3, 2016

Wilma Anna Hendy, 90, died Saturday, December 3, 2016 at McLaren Macomb Hospital. Wilma is survived by loving daughters Patricia (James) Walsh and Pamela Samolej. Grandmother of Bill (Cheryl) Rahbine, Kevin Rahbine, Patrick (Julie) Rahbine, Scott (Kristyn Schaller) Samolej and Heather (Jake) Stewart. Great grandmother of Devon, Jenna, Victoria, Sydney and Raeann Rahbine. Also, survived by several nieces and nephews....

James  Edward Heffron

James Edward Heffron

Nov 27, 2016

James Edward Heffron, 77, passed away at Medilodge Port Huron, Sunday, November 27, 2016. Beloved husband of Janet Heffron; Caring father of David, Scott and James Heffron and Lisa (Scott) Vaden; Grandfather of Amanda, Tiffany and Courtney; Great grandfather of Joseph. Preceded in death by his granddaughter Samantha. James worked as a meat cutter at Farmer Jack for 24 years...

Joyce  Marine Ruthenberg

Joyce Marine Ruthenberg

Nov 23, 2016

Joyce Marine Ruthenberg, 96, passed away peacefully at her home in Chesterfield, Wednesday, November 23, 2016. Loving wife of the late Rudy Ruthenberg; Cherished mother of Jim (Dee) Ruthenberg, Bonnie (Denis) Austin and Dale Ruthenberg; Grandmother of 6; Great grandmother of 14; Great great grandmother of 5. Preceded in death by her son Charles Ruthenberg and brothers Keith and George...