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Elaine Ruth Elliott
God peacefully took Elaine Ruth Elliott, 86, the early morning of September 24, 2022, looking as beautiful as always. Her friends and family were amazed by her strength and endurance battling cancer up until the end.
She was born in Swartz Creek, Michigan, on November 15, 1935, to parents, Ardis and Harold Elliott.
Elaine retired from Federal Mogul in St. Johns and then worked part-time for The East Lansing School District. Spending time with friends and family, gardening, shopping, collecting antiques, and taking on home projects were among her passions. Everyone will miss seeing her smiling face as they pass her lovely home.
Although home was St. Johns for more than sixty years, in the last months Elaine lived in Stow, Ohio, with her daughter and family before moving into assisted living at The Landing in Stow. Her family appreciates the care and love of the staff and residents during her final months. Crossroads Hospice was a blessing, and we also extend them many thanks.
She is survived by her three children, Richard, Craig, and Diane (Bill) Muncy; her cherished grandchildren, Dayton and Michael Boling and Billy and Ashley Muncy. Later in life, Elaine reunited with childhood friend, Jim Robinson, and they enjoyed many years together until Elaine’s passing. Jim and children, Bud (Pam), Jeff (Lori), Kaye (Greg), and Laurie also survive her. Elaine was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Harold Lynn Elliott.
A private memorial will be held at a later date.
Donations may be made in Elaine’s remembrance to the American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org. The family is being served by
Redmon Funeral Home.
Elden Albert “Mike” Bendt
Elden Albert “Mike” “Pops” Bendt, 79, passed away at Maury Regional Medical Center on September 28, 2022 after fighting bad health for a few years.
In 2006 he retired from 41 years working at General Motors. In 2007 he moved to Tennessee to be closer to his daughter, Bonnie and family. Plus he was not shoveling any more fricking snow. I
He was a member of Clinton County Sheriffs Mounted Posse, Gold Wing Road riders, and Chapter U. Mr. Bendt put many miles on his Honda Goldwing and was one of the first to be thriked, covering almost the lower 48 states on his bike. Mr. Bendt enjoyed stock car racing in Michigan and Tennessee, a woodworker, having made many fine pieces for his family. A wonderful father, he loved to fish with his daughter, Bonnie, she was his pride and joy, and spent many hours playing and working with his son, Mike. Over the years, he had many dogs, Buddy being his last.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Judy Bendt; son, Mike; precious in laws, Randy and April Ziegler; brother, Don Bendt; grandchildren, Nicole (Joey) Scott, Phillip (Andi) Bendt, Brandon Ziegler, Bobbie Cothran, Luke Cothran; and great grandchildren, Kalie, Emberyln, Annistyn, Lakelyn, Eloise, Henry, and Theo.
No services are scheduled at this time. Oakes & Nichols Funeral Directors are assisting the family with arrangements.
Mike’s wish for memorial would be that everyone embrace life and be happy.
Ann Louise Alchin
Ann Louise Alchin (nee Baker), 81 of Haslett, MI was born August 1, 1941 to John and Margaret Baker (nee McBeth) and passed away September 3, 2022.
Ann was in the Auto Sales business for 40 years and was a volunteer business manager at Gillys Automotive. She loved getting together with her Bridge group to play a game Bridge from time to time. Ann also had quite the green thumb and enjoyed gardening.
Ann was the loving mother of Mark D. (Rebecca) Gillengerten, Matthew Carl (Sharon Hobrla) Gillengerten, Michael John (Jill) Gillengerten and Timothy James (Daniel Bell) Gillengerten; cherished grandmother of Rachele, Rebecca, Mary, Aaron, Joseph, and Carl; great grandmother of Audrey; and dear sister of the late Marie Baker and Jim Baker.
A visitation will be held on Sunday, September 11 from 1:00 p.m. until the time of the memorial service at 3:30 p.m. at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home 205 East Middle Street, Williamston, MI 48895.
A reception to follow at Spag’s Bar anf Grill, 1268 E. Grand River Ave, Williamston MI 48895.
Walter Allen Doane
Walter “Walt” Allen Doane, age 91 of St. Johns passed away on Thursday, September 29, 2022 at Hazel Findlay Country Manor surrounded by his family.
Walter was born on April 8, 1931 to William and Lela Mae Doane in Lansing. He married Janice Marie Parks at St. Peter Lutheran Church, on August 9, 1969; they celebrated 53 years of marriage together.
Walt worked as a mechanic for Melling and Forging for many years. During his life, he loved to sit in his garage and chat with the neighbors or anyone who wanted to talk. He liked working on refinishing furniture and showed his creative side when he made custom tables out of random objects. For many years you could find him enjoying life at their cabin up north on Bluegill Lake or RVing around the state in his Winnebago. He was known for loving a good garage sale and would dicker and deal until the price was right for him. Above all he loved spending time with his beloved family.
Walt is survived by his wife, Janice Doane; his children, Philip Hershal Mackie (Lorraine), Dana Donald Mackie (Carla), Darlene Marie Whitford (Ed), and Wendy Doane; grandchildren, Eric, Chris, Brook, Nichole, Zack, and Gavin; great grandchild Braden; and his sister, Jan (Joe) Delaney. He was preceded in death by his parents and 2 sisters.
For further information visit McGeehan Funeral Home, Keck-Coleman Chapel.
Guadalupe Ledesma
His first dance step in the late 60’s was a stumble and fall. Soon to find the right music to play, from country music to rock and roll, in search of a sound that he could dance to without a fall.
Music of his heritage he soon would claim, an idea of a hall, a band to play, a dance they came to hear. Great bands at times, even a good D.J.
As the doors of the hall opened, the little man greeted his guest with a smile… “let the music play people, come and dance your hearts away!”
A man of music and dance, for many years, he filled the hearts of people with joy and laughter.
A legend, he became, Lupe’s Dances he was known. He once said it’s not the hall or band that made the dances, it is the friends that I made throughout the years that I came to love.
Lupe’s Dances is no more, but only in the hearts of those who remember him.
Thank you who shared his life and made his dances possible.
“A Man Of Music And Dance” by Christopher Ledesma, a tribute to my father Lupe Ledesma
January 2, 1932 – September 29, 2022
R.I.P father.
A funeral visitation will be held on Monday, October 3, 2022 from 5:00 to 8:00pm at McGeehan Funeral Home, Keck-Coleman Chapel.
Rexene Kay Ziska
Rexene Kay Ziska of Cadillac, passed away on September 24, 2022 at her home.
She was born April 11, 1949 in St Johns, MI and was raised in St. Johns by her parents Pete and Betty Hansen. She received an associate degree from Mid Michigan College and went on to work at Mercy Hospital as director of Medical Records.
Rexene had a love for travel and often spoke of her various trips including Alaska, Hawaii, and Mexico. She enjoyed fishing, reading, and knitting but mostly spending time with family and friends.
Rexene is survived by her husband, Stephen D. Ziska; her children Tonya Starlin, Ian Ziska (Janeen), and Colin Ziska (Renee); her grandchildren Amanda and Steven (Laura) Starlin, Ari, Cash, and Nolan Ziska; her great grandchildren Elijah and Issac Starlin. She was preceded in death by her parents, Pete and Betty Hansen, brother, Jack (Kathryn) Hansen, sisters Rosalie Sauders and Ollie (Steve) Yurcso.
A celebration of Rexene’s life will take place Saturday October 8, 2022 at the Elks Lodge, 122 S. Mitchell St. in Cadillac from 1 to 4 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Fresenius Kidney Care, 203 Paluster St. Cadillac MI 49601 in Rexene’s memory. An online guestbook is available at www.petersonfh.com.