Obituaries
Doris Maxine Riddle
Doris Maxine Riddle, age 91, of St. Johns, MI passed away Monday, March 14, 2016 at her home.
Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes St. Johns, MI on Thursday, March 17, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Brendan Holmquist officiating. Burial will take place at Union Home Cemetery, Greenbush Township, Michigan. Visitation will be held prior to the service on Thursday from 10:00 – 11:00 A.M. at the funeral home.
Doris was born in St. Johns, Michigan on December 14, 1924, the daughter of Jesse and Frances (Severance) Winslow. Doris resided most of her life in St. Johns, MI. She married Donald Riddle on May 29, 1947 in St. Johns. Donald passed away on July 13, 2004. Doris enjoyed crocheting and sewing. She also loved to garden and go to garage sales. Doris was a member of Church of the Nazarene St. Johns, MI
She is survived by her son Richard Riddle of St. Johns, MI, daughter Donna and Keith Harter of St. Johns, MI, grandchildren; Thomas and Kimberly Harter of Perrinton, MI and Stephanie and James Krizan of Owosso, MI, 4 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Doris was preceded in death by her parents, husband and 7 siblings.
Memorial contributions may be made to either St. Johns Church of the Nazarene or Grove Bible Church. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes St. Johns, Michigan.
Harriet D. Speidel
Harriet D. Speidel passed away on March 13, 2016 at the age of 91. She was born in Sonoita, Arizona on November 18, 1924, the daughter of Frederick and Isa Jewel (Phillips) Barnett. Harriet married Roy M. Speidel on October 27, 1945 and he preceded her in death on December 28, 1998.
Surviving are her children, Alice (Roger) Moore, Shirley Vallin, Debra (Scott) Davis and Michelle (Dave) Fox, seventeen grandchildren, twenty two great grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren, cousin, Vernon Stein and many nieces and nephews. Along with her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, daughter, Bonnie Harper, granddaughter, Sharri Moore, sisters, Alice Turner and Irene Allen and brothers, Fred and Bill Barnett.
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 16, 2016 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Fowler, with Pastor Paul Clark officiating. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 3-8 p.m. at the Osgood Funeral Home in St. Johns. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to St. Paul Lutheran Church.
The family is being served by the Osgood Funeral Homes.
Jeanette Elaine Miller
Jeanette Elaine Miller of Fowler, MI died Saturday, March 12, 2016 at the age of 71. She was born October 11, 1944 in Carson City, MI to Rensselaer and Margaret (Antcliff) Collins. Jeanette and her siblings grew up at the VFW National Home in Eaton Rapids. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church and the Ladies Auxiliary VFW Post #3733, where she was President for over 25 years, and served as District President and Historian. Jeanette enjoyed genealogy and was a loving mother and grandmother to many. She loved all things involving her grandchildren. Jeanette married Hugh Miller on December 17, 1966 and he survives her.
Also surviving are their children, Lori Miller, Connie (Jeff) Lowery, Don Miller, Vicki (Jeremy) Schlak; grandchildren, Chelsea (Trent Feldpausch) Miller, Courtney Miller, Preston, Olivia, and Lewis Miller, Karissa, Hudson, and Molly Schlak; sister, Sharon Hope; and many nieces and nephews. Jeanette was preceded in death by her parents, four brothers, one sister, and several in-laws.
Funeral Services will be held 10:30 AM Thursday, March 17, 2016 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Fowler with Pastor Paul Clark officiating. Burial will follow at East Plains Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM both Tuesday and Wednesday at the Goerge Chapel of the Osgood Funeral Home in Fowler. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church or the Ladies Auxiliary VFW Post #3733 in Jeanette’s name.
The family is being served by the Osgood Funeral Homes.
Gary L. Martens, Sr.
Gary L. Martens, Sr. of St. Johns, died March 10, 2016 at the age of 70. He was born November 29, 1945 to Howard J. and Leona (Behrens) Martens. Gary worked as a Tool and Die Maker at General Motors. He was a member of UAW #652, the National Corvette Owners Association, the National Rifle Association, and St. Peter Lutheran Church. On November 6, 1965 Gary married Karen Bashore and she survives him. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 2015.
Also surviving are their children, Marty (Dian) Martens of Wayland, MI, Mandy (Kevin) Badge of St. Johns, FL, Matt Martens of St. Johns, MI; grandchildren, Trey, Cassidy, KayeLee Martens, Meghan and Ty Badge, Hunter, Logan, and Lexi Martens; great granddaughter, Mia Martens; and brother, Everett (Ellen) Martens. Gary was preceded in death by his parents and great granddaughter, Macy Martens.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, March 17, 2016 at the St. Peter Lutheran Church with Pastor Quentin Nuttmann officiating. A gathering of friends and family will take place following the service at the church hall. Those planning on an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to St. Peter Lutheran School, 8990 Church Road, St. Johns, MI 48879.
The family is being served by the Osgood Funeral Homes.
Divorce decrees filed the weeks of March 7, 2016
Schmidt, Shawn Marie and Stephen William
Lambo, Lori and Louis Mark
Brown, Joseph Frank and Stephanie Marie
Hernandez, Tara A and Clifford Bryan