Obituaries
Adrienne K. Gutzki
Adrienne K. Gutzki age 25, of Alma, MI, passed away Wednesday, May 25, 2016.
A Memorial Visitation will be held on Friday, June 3, 2016 from 2-8 P.M. with family present from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. at Smith Family Funeral Homes – Osgood Chapel 104 E. Cass Street, St. Johns, Michigan.
Adrienne was born on March 24, 1991 in Lansing, Michigan the daughter of Christopher E. and Nanette K. (Clark) Gutzki. She resided most of her life in St. Johns, Michigan.
Adrienne worked at Tony’s Restaurant in St. Louis, MI. She enjoyed outdoor activities and visiting her dad at the lake. Adrienne loved spending time with her nephew and nieces. She was an animal lover and loved bargain hunting with her mother. Adrienne will be remembered for her giving heart and willingness to help others. She also had a love of music and quoted many lyrics from her favorite songs.
She is survived by her mother Nanette and Harold Warr, of St. Johns, MI, father Christopher Gutzki and Shana Throop of Houghton Lake, MI, 2 sisters; Abi and Jeremy Heimsoth of St. Johns, MI, Audrey and Aaron Kemp of St. Johns, MI. Adrienne is also survived by many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and other loving family.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Capital Area Humane Society Lansing, MI or To Write Love on her Arms (addiction specialists) www.twloha.com. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes-Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, Michigan.
Lucille Seeley
Lucille Seeley, 94, of Maple Rapids, Michigan passed away Sunday, May 29, 2016 at her home.
Funeral Services will be at Smith Family Funeral Homes – Osgood Chapel, 104 E. Cass Street, St. Johns, MI, on Friday, June 3, 2016, at 11:00 A.M., with Pastor Mona Kindle officiating. Burial will be held at North Star Cemetery, North Star, Michigan. Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 2, 2016 from 2-8 P.M. with family present from 2-4 & 6-8 P.M. at the funeral home.
Lucille was born in St. Louis, Michigan on May 25, 1922 the daughter of James and Zelma (Seeley) Palmer. She graduated from Ithaca High School. Lucille was a homemaker who enjoyed her family very much.
Memorial may be made to the wishes of the family. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes-Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, Michigan.
Julie Marie Karber
Julie Marie Karber, 48, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Saturday, May 28, 2016, at Hazel Findlay Country Manor, St. Johns, MI.
Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, St. Johns, MI, on Thursday, June 2, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. Fr. Michael Williams officiating. Visitation will be held from 10:00 A.M. until the time of the service at Smith Family Funeral Homes-Osgood Chapel, 104 East Cass Street, St. Johns, Michigan 48879. Burial will take place at Mt. Rest Cemetery, St. Johns, MI. A luncheon will take place at St. Johns Columbian Hall following the burial at the cemetery.
Julie was born on June 26, 1967 in St. Johns, MI to Larry and Joyce (Simon) Karber. Julie graduated from St. Johns High School with the class of 1985 and went on to attend Michigan State University receiving a degree in communications. Julie loved spending time with animals. She was very outgoing and enjoyed talking to people. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church.
She is survived by her mother Joyce Karber, brothers; Dean and Carol Karber, John and Kathleen Karber, fiancé Andrew Clark, and brother in law Daniel Jorae. She is also survived by 7 nieces and nephews and many loving aunts and uncles. She was preceded in death by her father and sisters; Karen, Sharon and Janis.
Memorials may be made to St. Joseph Catholic School Education Fund or Ingham County Humane Society. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes – Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI.
Donald W. Hettinger
Donald W. Hettinger, 78 of rural Ovid died at Hospice House of Mid-Michigan on Thursday, May 26, 2016. Don was born on March 14, 1938 in Ovid the son of Vern and Eleanor (Welter) Hettinger. On June 20, 1959 he married Janice Love in Ovid, MI.
He had worked as a machinist on power brakes for Midland Ross Co. in Owosso. In 1980 he purchased and operated BJ’S Gasoline Station in Ovid until 1988. Don loved playing cards, going to the casino, the Midland Ross retirees coffee hour and being involved with his grandchildren and great grandchildren’s sporting activities.
Don is survived by his wife Janice and children Brian (Theresa) Hettinger of Fremont, MI, Jeff (Brenda) Hettinger of Owosso, MI , and Connie (Mike) Walter of Ovid, MI; grandchildren Leah (Eric) Rasch of Ovid, Liza (Kansas) Kusnier of Elsie, Lexa Hettinger and Logan Hettinger both of Fremont, MI, Rachel (Tyler) Capony of Lansing, Daniel and Katlyn Hettinger both of Owosso, MI., Brandon, Dylan and Megan Walter all of Ovid; 6 great grandsons, and nephew Mark Pollard. Don was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Donna Hettinger and Doris Pollard and nephew Randy Pollard.
Funeral services will be held at Keck-Coleman Funeral Home in St. Johns on Wednesday, June 1, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. Burial will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery, Ovid. The family will receive friends and relatives at the funeral home on Tuesday, May 31, 2016, 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. Memorials are suggested to Sparrow Hospice or Owosso Hospice.
Lila Fern Argersinger
Lila Fern Argersinger, 99, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at Hazel I. Findlay Country Manor, St. Johns, Michigan.
Funeral Services will be at Smith Family Funeral Homes – Osgood Chapel, 104 E. Cass Street, St. Johns, MI, at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, June 1, 2016 with Chris McNeilly officiating. Visitation will be held Tuesday, May 31, 2016 from 6:00-8:00 PM at the funeral home.
Lila was born August 22, 1916 in Gratiot County, Michigan the daughter of Charles Wesley and Isabelle (Yerks) Johnson. Lila married Hugh C. Argersinger on October 25, 1934. He passed away on November 11, 1981. She resided most of her life in St. Johns, Michigan. Lila enjoyed playing Bingo and going to the casino. She spent winters in Florida. Lila also loved her miniature schnauzers and enjoyed dancing. Lila and her husband were past members of the Ashley Sportsman’s Club.
She is survived by her son LaVerne and Jeannette Argersinger of St. Johns, MI, daughter LaVone Suski of Owosso, MI, daughter Hazel and Wendell Myers of Canton, GA, daughter Wanda and Larry Lockwood of St. Johns, MI, son Richard and Judy Argersinger of St. Johns, MI, son Melvin and Marilyn Argersinger of St. Johns, MI, daughter Sharon Pease of Hauchuca City, AZ, son Alden Argersinger of Elsie, MI, daughter Sandra and Ken Price of Blaine, TN, daughter Beverly Gee of Davie, FL. Lila is also survived by many, many grandchildren and many, many, many great grandchildren, several great great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes-Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, Michigan.
Marriage licenses filed the week of May 23, 2016
Joseph Thomas Malloy, 29 of Laingsburg and Samantha Rae Parks, 26 of Laingsburg
Richard W. Hehrer, 26 of St. Johns and Gabrielle Dawn Young, 24 of St. Johns
Robert Lee Wallace, 68 of Grand Ledge and Susan Lynn Kiter, 62 of Laingsburg
Joshua Mikel Garey, 34 of Laingsburg and Sara Ann LaSota, 34 of Laingsburg
Michael Paul Rose, 50 of St. Johns and Melissa Lynette Butgereit, 38 of St. Johns
Aurelio Lara Vallin Jr., 53 of St. Johns and Brandy VanSickler Stowell, 42 of St. Johns
Travis John Pohl, 28 of Farwell and Elizabeth Ann Smith, 25 of DeWitt
Dominic Edward Schneider, 23 of Westphalia 48894 and Bethany Rose Thelen, 22 of Westphalia
Jeffery Thomas Smith, 57 of Laingsburg and Meri Jean McGinnis, 51 of Elsie
Ricci Lauren Spagnuolo, 34 of St. Johns and Cortney Lynne Stollsteimer, 33 of St. Johns
Kyle Austin Vegh, 22 of Bath and Hilary SueAnne Rolff, 25 of Bath
Vincent Zane Towne II, 46 of St. Johns and Paula Ann LaLonde, 48 of St. Johns
Divorce decrees filed the week of May 23, 2016
Cooper, Tricia Luella and Kristopher John
Schaefer, Ann Marie and Daniel Joseph
Williams, Debra Ann and Ronnie Gale
Halick, Thomas A. and Susan Lynn
Huff, Colleen Mary-Skippy and Timothy William
Barber, Darlene and David Arthur
Jackson, Lisa Kay and Stephen Richard
Thelen, Linda K. and Kurt J.
Kenneth Norman Weber, 68, of Saint Johns, MI, passed away Tuesday, May 24, 2016, at Hospice House of Mid-Michigan, Lansing, Michigan after a short term illness.
Adelbert “Del” Louis Pung, 90, of St. Johns, MI, passed away peacefully Monday, May 23, 2016, at his home.
Karen Jo (Anderson) Hall, 58, of Lake Leelanau, passed away peacefully March 1, 2015 at home with family by her side. Karen was born on August 4, 1956 in St. Johns, the daughter of John Vernon and Phyllis Joan (Sousley) Anderson. On April 29, 2005 in Leland, she married Mark Randall Hall, who survives. Anyone who knew Karen knew how passionate she was about music. She instilled this passion into every aspect of her life, from raising her children to her career with Leelanau County.She used her gift to reach out and bring joy to all who heard her sing, most recently with the Grand Traverse Show Chorus. A dedicated wife and loving mother, Karen was always positive and brought happiness with her wherever she went. 
Phyllis Joan Anderson, 88, of Traverse City and formerly of Suttons Bay and St. Johns, was called home on Oct. 19, 2015 at French Manor Assisted Living. Phyllis was born on May 10, 1927 in Coldwater, the daughter of Willard and Glema (Whitney) Sousley. On March 31, 1945 she married her sweetheart, John Vernon Anderson, who preceded her in death on Nov. 24, 2012. 
Barbara Kay Arnold, age 69, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Thursday, May 19, 2016, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing, Michigan. 
Anolah J. Moore of St. Johns died Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at the age of 94. She was born June 28, 1921 in Lake Odessa, MI the daughter of Edward and Hazel (Eldridge) Haney. Anolah enjoyed golfing and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She worked for the Michigan Department of Public Health retiring in 1974. On September 29, 1939 she married Charles Moore and he preceded her in death in August of 2005. 
Bernard Anthony Fox, 85, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Monday, May 16, 2016 at Hazel I. Findlay Country Manor, St. Johns, MI.
Virginia Marcella Adams (Moker), mother, sister, grandmother, mother-in-law, aunt, neighbor, and friend peacefully passed away on Saturday, April 23rd at the Sparrow Mid-Michigan Hospice House in Lansing, Michigan, at the age of 84.
Larry J. Moore, 73 of rural St. Johns, MI died at Sparrow Hospital on Sunday, May 8, 2016. He was born on June 27, 1942 in St. Johns, MI the son of Theodore and Sophie (Porok) Moore. Larry was a Rodney B. Wilson High School graduate in 1960 and served in the U. S. Army as a Sergeant. On November 21, 1964 he married Mary L. Rademacher in St. Johns. Larry worked in assembly for General Motors retiring in 1994. For many years Larry farmed with his father and he enjoyed coon hunting, woodworking, gardening, and cheering on his grandchildren in their sporting activities and having time with his family. For several years Larry spent countless hours decorating for the Christmas Season for the enjoyment of all. 
Alice R. Shellito of Riley Township, MI died Saturday, May 7, 2016 at the age of 100. She was born November 20, 1915 in Onaway, MI the daughter of Thomas E. and Chestina O. (Ackles) Mason. Alice was a very loving but fiercely independent person. Alice was a member of St. Peter Lutheran Church and a retired Licensed Practical Nurse. She married Arthur Shellito in 1966 and he preceded her in death in 1980. 
Richard E. Childers, age 57, of St. Johns, MI passed away Saturday, May 7, 2016 at University of Michigan Hospital, Ann Arbor, MI.
William J. Serviss, 82, of DeWitt, died Wednesday, May 4, 2016. Bill was born on February 13, 1934, in St. Johns to Frederick “King” and Irma (Gage) Serviss. He grew up on the family farm outside of Ovid. He was a 1951 graduate of Ovid High School and a 1956 graduate of Michigan State University. He served in the U.S. Army from 1956-1958, servicing helicopters, radio electronics, and navigation equipment. He worked for IBM from 1958-1987 and installed and serviced the first computers in the Hannah Administration building at MSU. After retirement he enjoyed participating in the IBM retirees group, Ham Radio Club, volunteering for the Michigan Genealogical Society, weekly Tuesday lunches with friends in Ovid, and attending 50+ers and Life Group gatherings at Mount Hope Church in Lansing. He was a man who made friends wherever he went. 
Linda A. Buckley, 66 of St. Johns, MI died on April 29, 2016 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. Linda was born on January 12, 1950 in Flint, MI the daughter of James C. and Jacqueline (Harvey) Bratton. She attended Redford High School and on February 18, 1967 she married Michael E. Buckley. Linda worked in sales at Wal-mart for several years. She loved playing bingo and having time with her grandson, Michael.
Harold W. Bracey, 85 of rural Ovid, MI died on Saturday, April 30, 2016 at his home. Harold was born on March 2, 1931 in Owosso, MI the son of John and Helen (Yariger) Bracey. He graduated from Ovid High School in 1948 and on June 26, 1955 he married Lois A. Parker at Greenbush United Methodist Church. Harold was a farmer and a distributor for Na-Churs Plant Food Company, He was a member of the United Church of Ovid, St. Johns-Ovid Masonic Lodge and had served on the Victor Twp. Board of Review and was on the Clinton County Planning Commission. 
George John Goscinski, age 94 passed away Friday, April 29, 2016 at A Ewing Country Estates, DeWitt, MI. He was born August 16, 1921 in Detroit, Michigan to Frank and Sophia Goscinski. As a young boy he lived most of his childhood in the Ashley area. He married Evon Kioski March 12, 1942; they celebrated their 73rd anniversary in March 2015. George was a World War II Veteran and served in the Navy 1942-1946. While in the Navy, he and Evon made their home in Florida and Alabama. In 1946 they bought a farm on Chandler Road. He was a member of St. Cyril’s Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. He was also a member of American Legion Post 502, past Commander and 40/8 Chef De Grae. He was employed by Fisher Body, Lansing and retired in 1976 after 30 years. George was always proud that he had a family that farmed together and thought his three girls could do anything. 
Walter Vern Viges, age 88, of St. Johns, MI passed away Tuesday, April 26, 2016 at Hazel I. Findlay Country Manor.
Mary L. Martin, 66 of rural Elsie, MI died on April 25, 2016 at Sparrow Hospital. Mary was born on December 11, 1949 the daughter of John and Melanie (Pouillon) Patrick. She was a 1968 graduate of Ovid-Elsie High School and had worked at Michigan State University in the accounting department for several years. On July 27, 1968 she married Don L. Martin in Ovid, MI
Crystal Lynne Ley passed away Saturday, April 23, 2016 at the age of 62 after a courageous battle with ALS. She was born May 24, 1953 in St. Johns, MI the daughter of Mervin and Carrie (Winslow) Rhynard and lived in St. Johns all her life. Crystal was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, a 1971 graduate of St. Johns High School, and was a retired State of Michigan employee. Crystal was a devoted daughter, wife, mom, grandma, aunt, cousin and friend. She enjoyed being with her family and friends, crafting, shopping trips, taking pictures, traveling, and celebrating special moments and achievements with everyone. On Dec. 1, 1973 she married Dennis Ley and he preceded her in death in March of 2006. 
John Lee Cook, age 88, of Traverse City, MI passed away Friday, April 22, 2016 at Munson Medical Center. 
Stephen James “Jim” Hosking Sr, age 72, of St. Johns, MI passed away Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at Sparrow Health Systems, Lansing, MI.
Melissa J. Faull, 53 of Fowler, Michigan passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at Sparrow Clinton Hospital. Melissa was born on November 7, 1962 in St. Johns, MI the daughter of Walter and Nellie (Sillman) Nobis. Melissa was a graduate of Fowler High School in 1980 and on August 22, 1992 she married Andrew Faull. She worked as a graphic artist, organist, piano teacher and was choir director at St. Paul Lutheran Church and very involved with all activities at St. Paul Lutheran Church, active in Right to Life activities and enjoyed quilt making.
Phillip W. DeMarais, 79 of rural St. Johns, MI died on Tuesday, April 19, 2016 at Sparrow Hospital. Phillip was born on December 29, 1936 to Ira and Beatrice DeMarais. He graduated from Rodney B. Wilson High School in 1956 and was a veteran of the U. S. Army. On July 1, 1961 he married Sharon M. Pearson in St. Johns, MI. Phil was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, DAV, VFW Honor Guard, played cards, enjoyed hunting, fishing and watching his grandchildren play sports. He was a fan of the Detroit Tigers and Lions, U of M. football, watching westerns on TV and being with his 3 children, 8 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. He had worked at Clinton County Road Commission until he retired in 1994. 
Reta Ellen Long of DeWitt, Michigan passed away Monday, April 18, 2016 at the age of 85. She was born January 28, 1931 the daughter of Barney and Mary Cerny. She was an extremely warm and loving person who devoted her life to family. Ella and Ronald Long celebrated their 59th wedding anniversary during January 2016. 
Henrietta Ruth “Tootie” Weber, age 79, of Fowler, MI passed away Sunday, April 17, 2016 at Hospice House of Mid Michigan, Lansing, MI.
Mom reunited with our Dad this morning, Friday April 15, 2016 at Hazel Findlay Country Manor. She was born February 27, 1920 to Carlton and Lois (Rose) Kimball in Lansing, MI. She was a homemaker. She married William Charles Staines, November 19, 1941 and then became a mom to a son, Douglas (Kathy) Dean Staines and a daughter, Julie (Chuck) Peters. She sold Avon and was a breast cancer survivor. She loved to hunt and fish in her day and was a friend to many. She was a member of the St. Johns Free Methodist Church for many years.
Lillie Mazel Freeman, age 64, of St. Johns, MI passed away Thursday, April 14, 2016 at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing, MI.
Donna M. Shane died Wednesday, April 12, 2016 at the age of 86. She was born in Grand Ledge, MI October 21, 1929 the daughter of David and Wilma (McNutt) Baker. She was a former member of First Congregational Church in St. Johns, Clinton Memorial Hospital Auxiliary and the Clinton County Country Club. She enjoyed bowling and was a member of a league for several years and currently was a member of the Elks Lodge. On October 28, 1950 she married Harold Shane O.D. and he preceded her in death in September 2013. Donna and Harry spent many years at their cottage on Houghton Lake where they enjoyed the company of family and many friends. 
Francis Steven Glowacki Jr., age 77, of St. Johns, MI passed away Tuesday, April 12, 2016, at Hazel I. Findlay Country Manor, St. Johns, MI.
Marcia M. Rush, 46, Sweetser died Sunday April 10, 2016 at home, following a long and courageous battle with cancer. Throughout her illness, Marcia never lost her fierce determination, and was inspirational to all who knew her. 
Joan Rennells died Monday, April 11, 2016 at the age of 83. She was born August 3, 1932 in Detroit, MI the daughter of Ernest and Edna Henning. Joan was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in St. Johns. She enjoyed sewing, knitting and quilting and especially enjoyed knitting hats for premature babies in the NICU at Sparrow Hospital. Joan married Eugene Rennells in August of 1950 and he preceded her in death in 1984. 
James R. Rose died Saturday, April 9, 2016 at the age of 80. He was born June 29, 1935 in Olive Hill KY the son of William and Lena (Gilliam) Rose. James was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, a retired General Motors employee with 34 years of service and a member of UAW Local #652. On June 29, 1985 he married Hedy Fields and she survives him. 
John George Fedewa, age 85, of Fowler, Michigan passed away Thursday, April 7, 2016, at Grace Haven Assisted Living, St. Johns, MI.
Terry Jay Scranton age 73 of Rogers City passed away at home on April 5, 2016. He was born March 21, 1943 in Toledo, Ohio to Harry and Mildred (Hemingway) Scranton. Terry graduated from St. Johns High School in 1961. On July 15, 1967 he married Linda Dettloff at St. John Lutheran Church in Rogers City. Terry retired from General Motors as a Tinsmith in 2004. He and Linda moved to Rogers City in 2005. Mr. Scranton was an active member at Peace Lutheran Church and enjoyed spending time in his garage restoring old cars.
Eva Elizabeth Thompson, age 94, of St. Johns, MI and formerly of Lake George and Ovid, MI passed away Friday, April 1, 2016 at Sparrow Health Systems, Lansing, MI.
Joan C. Fraker, age 71, of Bannister, MI passed away Friday, April 1, 2016 at Sparrow Health Systems, Lansing, MI.
Bertha Lucille Aldrich, age 84, of Elsie, MI passed away Tuesday, March 22, 2016 at Hazel I. Findlay Country Manor St. Johns, MI.