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\nPeter William Schrauben<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Peter William Schrauben went to be with his Lord, January 27, 2021. Born July 22, 1943 to Peter C. and Irene (Simon) Schrauben in Westphalia, MI. Pete married his high school sweetheart and love of his life Joan Beatrice Motz on February 8, 1964.<\/p>\n

They were happily married for almost 57 years. Their selfless love for each other was a perfect example for their four children; Steven G.(Donna) Schrauben, Krista (Tom) Hallead, Kelly (Larry) St. George all from St. Johns, MI and Suzanne (Steve) Komdeur of Greenville, MI. Grandpa Pete’s pride and joy was the time he got to spend with his eleven grandchildren; Peter, Matthew, Joseph and Cassandra Schrauben; Andrew, Samuel and Magdalyn Hallead, Lauren, William and Charles St. George; and Adaline Komdeur.<\/p>\n

He is survived by sister Donna (David)Hawkins; Isabel Viges; Camilla (Darwin)Smith; Gwen (Maurice) Dershem; Mary Bradbury. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers William (Glenna) Schrauben, James (Kay) Schrauben; sisters Joan (Donald) Salmond, Mary Jane (Preston)Sammonds; in-laws Herman and Magdalen Motz; brother-In-Law Enza Viges, Michael (Shirley) Motz, Larry Bradbury and Stephen Motz.<\/p>\n

Peter grew up in Fowler, MI and graduated from Fowler Public Schools, Class of 1962. He was a football stand-out, with an opportunity to play in college but opted to stay at home and help on the family farm. He had many jobs after graduation besides farming, including carpentry work helping to remodel Most Holy Trinity Church in Fowler and then working for over 34 years at General Motors.<\/p>\n

In his retirement, Pete kept himself busy on his own farm but also at the neighbor’s farm, working outside, and playing cards. Joan and Pete enjoyed their late night trips to the casino too. Pentwater, MI was a camping tradition for years that will continue to bring happy times and priceless memories. The grandkids will always remember grandpa’s silly stories around the campfire. One of Pete’s greatest pastimes was spending time with family. They always were his priority. His love for his wife, children and grandchildren was apparent in everything he did. Pete was known for his hard work ethic, infectious smile, silly demeanor and generous spirit.<\/p>\n

Pete was a very active member of St. Joseph Church, serving as an usher, Eucharistic minister and was a member of the Knights of Columbus. His love of the Lord is what gave him his strength through the hard times.<\/p>\n

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, January 30, at 11AM at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 109 Linden St., St. Johns, with the Rev. Father Michael Williams officiating. The Mass may be viewed via Livestream from the church\u2019s You Tube Page St. Joseph Catholic Church – St. Johns<\/font><\/a><\/p>\n

Burial will follow at Most Holy Trinity Cemetery, 2619 North Grange Rd, Fowler.<\/p>\n

Family will receive friends and relatives on Friday, January 29, from 3-8 PM at McGeehan Funeral Home<\/font><\/a>, Keck-Coleman Chapel 1500 Waterford Pkwy., St. Johns. For those friends attending the visitation please call the funeral home at 989-224-4422 to schedule an hour between 3 PM and 8 PM to attend.<\/p>\n

Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Joseph School, St. Johns, Michigan. Special thanks to Home Care nurse, Pam; aide Kelly Stewart & the Hospice Nurses.<\/p>\n

For further information, McGeehan Funeral Home<\/font><\/a>, Keck-Coleman Chapel.<\/p>\n

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Bruno Joseph Cook<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Bruno Joseph Cook, age 86, of Fowler, MI, passed away Tuesday, January 26, 2021, at his home.<\/p>\n

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Fowler, MI, on Monday, February 1, 2021 at 10:30 A.M., with Rev. Fr. Dennis Howard officiating. Burial will take place at Most Holy Trinity Cemetery, Fowler, MI. Visitation will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes – Goerge Chapel, Fowler, MI on Sunday, January 31, 2021 from 2-8 P.M. with family present from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M.. Rosary will be prayed on Sunday at 7:00 P.M. at the funeral home. For those unable to attend the funeral mass, services will be live streamed on Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church Facebook Page<\/font><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Bruno was born in Pewamo, MI on December 15, 1934, the son of Martin and Elizabeth (Pohl) Cook. He graduated from St. Johns High School. On June 23, 1962 Bruno married Mary Ann Thelen at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Westphalia.<\/p>\n

Bruno retired from General Motors as a millwright after 43 years of service. He enjoyed crosswords, bowling, gardening, and watching all types of sporting events. He also looked forward to fishing at Houghton Lake during the summer.<\/p>\n

He was a member of the E.J. Werner VFW Post 3733 American Services. Bruno served his country in the United States Army in Darmstadt, Germany. He was also a member of Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Fowler, MI, the Catholic Order of Foresters and the Fowler Eagles Athletic Boosters.<\/p>\n

He is survived by his wife Mary Ann Cook of Fowler, MI, son Douglas and Maria Cook of DeWitt, MI, daughter Renee and Donald Desbles of Palatine, IL, grandchildren: Molly (Jameson) Cook of Grand Haven, MI, Abigail Cook of St. Johns, MI, sisters-in-law and brother-in-law: Gen Martin of Westphalia, MI, Bernice Thelen of Westphalia, MI and Larry and Jennette Thelen of Hastings, MI. He is also survived by caring and supportive nieces and nephews and fantastic neighbors. He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings: Bob (Dorothy) Cook, Richard (Jeanine) Cook, Mildred LaPonsie, Lilly (Bob) Zimmer, Margie (Andy) Luttig, Raymond Cook, and brothers-in-law: Roger Thelen and Fred Martin.<\/p>\n

The family would like to thank Sparrow Hospice for the care they provided.<\/p>\n

Memorials may be made to the Fowler Fire Department or Fowler Eagles Athletic Boosters. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes<\/font><\/a> – Goerge Chapel, Fowler, MI.<\/p>\n

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Frances Ann Mohnke<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Frances Ann Mohnke, a longtime resident of St. Johns, died on January 25, 2021. She was 65 years old.<\/p>\n

Fran was preceded in death by her husband, Eric in 2013, and is survived by her daughters, Elizabeth Mohnke, Diana Mohnke and Kimberly (Anthony) Evans; mother, Carolyn (Ed) Cox; in-laws, Jim and Marietta Mohnke; siblings, Terry (Fred) Lane, Rick (Paris) VanRooyen, Maggie (Shawn) Young, Pat (Christine) Riley, Rose (Al) Cook, Joyce (Brad) Rickney, Dr. Michael (Dr. Julie) VanRooyen, Mike (Doreen) Riley, Bill (Jill Peterson) Riley; sister-in law, Susan (Jim) Schaefer; brother-in-law, Dan (Kim Bolen) Mohnke, as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family members and dear friends.<\/p>\n

A private visitation will be held for Fran\u2019s family. A public celebration will be held in the future when it is safe to gather.<\/p>\n

Memorials may be given to the Lansing, Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind, c\/o Geer Wilcox, 1985 Wembley Way, East Lansing, MI 48823.<\/p>\n

For further information, McGeehan Funeral Home<\/font><\/a>, Keck-Coleman Chapel.<\/p>\n

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Alice M. Schneider<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Alice M. Schneider, age 90, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Sunday, January 24, 2021, at Grace Haven Assisted Living, St. Johns, MI.<\/p>\n

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Fowler, MI, on Wednesday, January 27, 2021, at 10:30 a.m., with Rev. Fr. Dennis Howard officiating and Rev. Fr. Darrel Kempf as concelebrate. Burial will take place at Most Holy Trinity Cemetery, Fowler, MI. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 from 2-8 p.m. with family present from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Smith Family Funeral Homes – Goerge Chapel, Fowler, MI. Rosary will be prayed at 3:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. For those unable to attend the funeral mass, services will be live streamed on Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church Facebook Page (https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/MHTParish).<\/p>\n

Alice was born in Dallas Township, MI on March 29, 1930, the daughter of Sylvester and Johanna (Halfman) Schafer. She graduated from Pewamo High School. Alice married Donald A. Schneider on August 22, 1950, at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Fowler, MI. Their marriage was blessed with 13 children, 41 grandchildren, 89 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren. Donald passed away on September 25, 2017.<\/p>\n

Alice enjoyed making quilts, traveling, fishing, and trips to the casino. She also liked playing cards and color tours. She loved spending time with her family especially her grandchildren. She was a member of Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church and Christian Mothers.<\/p>\n

She is survived by her children: Joanne and Chuck Miller, Leon and Stephanie Schneider, Joyce and Mike Bond, Jim and Sue Schneider, Gary and LuAnn Schneider, Mark and Marilyn Schneider, Joe and D. Ann Schneider, Bob Schneider and Michael Martin, Mike and Dawn Schneider, Patty and Kurt Koenigsknecht, Terry and Carrie Schneider, daughter-in-law Eileen Schneider (Ron), brother Jerry and Kaye Schafer, and a large extended family. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Donald, sons: Ron and Tom, granddaughter Michelle Schneider, 2 great grandchildren: Sabastian and Gabriel Schneider, brother Jim (Agatha) Schafer, and sister Grace (Judd) Cousineau.<\/p>\n

The family would like to thank Grace Haven Assisted Living for the wonderful care given to their mother.<\/p>\n

Memorials may be made to Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church Educational Trust Fund or Special Olympics, 160 68th Street SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49548. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes<\/font><\/a> – Goerge Chapel, Fowler, MI.<\/p>\n

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Dorothy Marie Parish<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Dorothy Marie (Kellogg) Parish passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family Saturday, January 23, 2021. Dorothy was born May 4, 1929 in Eureka, MI. She retired from Michigan Bell, and Dorothy and her husband founded Mason Antique Mall.<\/p>\n

She is survived by her loving niece, Linda (Al) Guthrie, niece and caregiver Carol Parish, family, Jim and Pat Whitford and Roxie Shaull, along with many nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother Annabelle Kellogg, husband George, 3 sisters, 1 brother, and loving dog Penny.<\/p>\n

There will be a private funeral service. Family and friends may attend the service virtually on Thursday, January 28, 2021 at 1:00 PM on the Palmer, Bush & Jensen Funeral Home Facebook Page<\/font><\/a> where it will be live-streamed. Interment will take place at Deepdale Memorial Park. Public visitation will be held on Wednesday from 4:00-7:00 PM with a rotating 25 person capacity and social distancing being respected. Memorials may be made to the Capital Area Humane Society in memory of Dorothy.<\/p>\n

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Connie J. Lambert<\/strong><\/p>\n

Connie J. Lambert, a longtime resident of Melbourne, Florida and a recent resident of St. Johns, died peacefully on January 21, 2021 after a long battle with bone cancer. She was 77 years old.<\/p>\n

She is survived by her sister and best friend, Bonnie Dowell; nephews and nieces, Nelson Dowell, Penny (Dave) Dezess, Robert Dowell, Daniel Dowell, Betty Gamble and Jeremy Gamble and her daughter, Mary Ann Lambert.<\/p>\n

Services will be held privately.<\/p>\n

For further information, contact McGeehan Funeral Home<\/font><\/a>, Keck-Coleman Chapel.<\/p>\n

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Frank Alton Howard<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Frank Alton Howard, 85, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Wednesday, January 20, 2021, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing, MI.<\/p>\n

A Private Graveside Service will be held at Middlebury Township Cemetery, Ovid, MI on Saturday, January 23, 2021 at 11:00 A.M., with Pastor Brendan Holmquist of Grove Bible Church officiating. Those wishing to view the service may watch it on the Smith Family Funeral Homes Facebook Page.<\/p>\n

Frank was born in St. Johns, MI on July 20, 1935, the son of Frank and Ruth Victoria (Risley) Howard. He graduated from Laingsburg High School with the class of 1954.<\/p>\n

On December 10, 1955, Frank married Theodora A. Christacopulos at the First Baptist Church in Laingsburg. They were blessed with nearly 50 years together prior to her death on June 13, 2005. Frank proudly served his country in the U.S. Army and Air Force for 20 years and then continued to serve as a civilian employee for many years.<\/p>\n

Frank and Theodora enjoyed years of travel including living in Italy, Turkey, Israel and Korea. He liked spending time with his brothers in the great outdoors hunting, camping and fishing. He passed on his love of the outdoors to his children and grandchildren. Frank’s unwavering faith in God was the foundation of his life. He was an active member of Grove Bible Church for many years. His faith was a lasting example to everyone who knew him.<\/p>\n

Frank is survived by 4 children: Catherine Reed of Lima, OH, Douglas (Sandra) Howard of Grand Rapids, Susan McGinnis of Perrinton, and Lisa Howard of Negaunee; 9 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, and 4 great great grandchildren. He is also survived by 5 siblings: Wendell (Rose) Walker, Arthur (Linda) Howard, Ellis (Bonnie) Howard, Joyce (James) Turner, and Charles (Jeanne) Miller; and many nieces and nephews. Frank was preceded in death by his father Frank Howard, mother Ruth (Charles) Miller, wife Theodora, grandson Oakes Walker, great grandson Connor Strobridge, son-in-law Douglas McGinnis and siblings: Geraldine Swanson, Irvin Walker, Wayne Walker, and Carole Holk.<\/p>\n

In Frank’s parting words… “Lord Bless!”<\/p>\n

The family requests that Memorials be made to Salvation Army or Grove Bible Church. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes<\/font><\/a> – Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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