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MICHAEL A. HAMILTON
(September 24, 1962 - January 31, 2010)
Michael A. Hamilton,
age 47, of Harrison, MI, passed away on Sunday, January 31, 2010 at the
Mid-Michigan Medical Center-Clare.
He was born on September 24, 1962 in Pontiac, MI, the son of James
and Dorothy (Watkins) Hamilton. He has lived in the Houghton Lake and
Harrison areas since 1976. He loved to fish.
He was preceded in death by his Father James Doyle Hamilton.
He is survived by his children, Brian Hamilton of Harrison, MI and
Amy (Mitch) Nash of Gladwin, MI. His Mother Dorothy (Max) Kramer of
Houghton Lake, MI; Ex-Wife Lora McKimmy of Gladwin, MI; Brothers, David
Hamilton of Howell, MI; Rick Hamilton of Harrison, MI and Sam Spencer
Jr. of Milford, MI; Sisters, Debbie West of Weidman, MI and Sue Snider
of Highland, MI. Soon to be first granddaughter.
In accordance with Michael’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A
Memorial Service was held on Saturday, February 6, 2010 at 1:00 P.M. At
Dorothy’s house located at 6858 W. Emery St., Houghton Lake, MI 48629.
Arrangements were entrusted to the Sisson Funeral Home, Gladwin, MI. In
lieu of flowers the family suggests that memorial contributions may be
made in memory of Michael to the family or to the American Diabetes
Association.
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SHIRLEY J. HOEBEKE
Shirley J. Hoebeke,
age 80, of Harrison, Michigan and formerly of Algonac, Michigan, passed
away on Saturday, February 13, 2010, at her home in Harrison. She was
born the daughter of Charles and Emma (Montrieul) Martin on February 22,
1929, in Detroit, Michigan. On July 9, 1988, she was united in marriage
to Willy T. Hoebeke in Harrison. Mrs. Hoebeke worked in management at
Chrysler and retired after 27 years of service. She was also a member of
the St. Athanasius Catholic Church of Harrison, Anna J. Guild of St.
Athanasius, Harrison Women of the Moose Lodge #2235, and the Fair Haven
Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie. In her spare time, she enjoyed reading
and playing Nintendo D.S. Her greatest passion was being able to spend
time with her family and friends. She had lived in the Harrison area
since 1999, where she had moved from Algonac, Michigan.
She is survived by her husband, Willy T. Hoebeke of Harrison; her
daughters: Lynn (Michael) Jones of Cadiz, Kentucky, Patricia Heaney of
Milford, Michigan, Pamela (Jeff) Shagena of Fort Gratiot, Michigan, and
Nancy Frasier of South Lyon, Michigan; six grandchildren, seven
great-grandchildren, and a host of friends. She was preceded in death by
her parents, a son, Neil Frasier, and a sister, Arlene Bator.
In keeping with Shirley’s wishes, cremation has taken place and
private services will be held at a later date. To share an online
condolence with her family, please visit:
www.StockingFuneralHome.com.
Arrangements were entrusted with the Stocking Funeral Home of Harrison.
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LAURA LEE KOLANDER
Laura Lee Kolander,
age 80, of Harrison, passed away on Friday, February 19, 2010, at the
Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center in Midland, Michigan. She was born
the daughter of William and Florence (Burnham) Peck on February 20,1929
in Harrison, Michigan. On July 12, 1947, she was united in marriage to
Alvin “Al” T. Kolander in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Mr. Kolander preceded her
in death on November 29, 2003. Together, her and family owned and
operated the Sportsman’s Bar of Harrison from 1959 until 2007. In her
spare time, she enjoyed working with ceramics, participating in water
aerobics, and watching the Game Show Network on television. She had
lived in the Harrison area since 1959, where she had moved from Dexter,
Michigan.
She is survived by her son, Don (Kelly) Kolander of Harrison, a
daughter, Janet Kolander-Campbell of Harrison; her sisters: Evelyn
(Weldon) Fuller of Oklahoma and Shirley Gates of Florida; three
grandchildren Tim Kolander of Harrison, Jenna Kolander of Merrillville,
Indiana, and John Campbell of Harrison; three great-grandchildren:
Caleub and Cylie Kolander, and Malia Love; and numerous nieces and
nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Al, a
son, Tommy Kolander, who passed away in 1955, a brother, William Peck,
and four sisters: Anna Maeprice, Mary Ewing, Edith Enkemann, and Lucille
Gouchie.
Funeral services took place on Tuesday, February 23, 2010, at 10:00
a.m. from the Stocking Funeral Home in Harrison with Sister Jean T.
Bauman officiating. Visitation took place on Monday, February 22, 2010,
from 4:00 - 9:00 p.m. at the Stocking Funeral Home. Memorial
contributions may be considered to the Pardee Cancer Foundation. Burial
took place in the St. Athanasius Catholic Cemetery in Harrison. To share
an on-line condolence with the family, please visit:
www.StockingFuneralHome.com.
Arrangements were entrusted with the Stocking Funeral Home of Harrison. |
CLARENCE L. BURGESS
Clarence L. Burgess, age 83, of
Harrison, Michigan, passed away on Saturday, January 30, 2010, at the
Horizon Senior Living Center in St. Helen, Michigan. He was born the son
of George and Ruth (Alderson) Burgess on December 15, 1926 in
Jamesville, Wisconsin. On February 9, 1946, he was united in marriage to
the former Flora M. Aleshire in Mason, Michigan. Mr. Burgess was
employed at the Cedar Shores Condo Campgrounds for seventeen years as a
maintenance person, and he had also farmed. He had lived in the Harrison
area since 1983, where he had moved from Mason, Michigan.
He is survived by his wife, Flora; a son, Michael Burgess of
Harrison; a daughter, Nancy (James) Jenks of Harrison; his brother, Dale
(Edna) Burgess of Mason, Michigan; five grandchildren, two
great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in
death by his parents, a brother, Howard Burgess, and a sister, Charlotte
Carl.
In keeping with Clarence’s wishes, cremation has taken place.
Memorial services were held on Thursday, February 4, 2010, at 1:00 P.M.
from the Leota Community Church with Pastor Jerry Britton officiating.
Memorial contributions may be considered to the Burgess Family, in care
of Flora M. Burgess. To share an on-line condolence or to share a memory
of Clarence, please visit:
www.StockingFuneralHome.com. Funeral arrangements were
entrusted with the Stocking Funeral Home of Harrison.
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JOANN “JO” SCHABERG
JoAnn Schaberg, 77 of Lake Wales,
passed away Friday February 12, 2010 at the Lake Wales Medical Center
due to respiratory failure.
She was born February 13, 1932 in Grand Rapids, MI to Wilmot and
Helen Benson Pruyne, and came to Lake Wales from Midland, Michigan in
1990. She was a Teacher in the public school system, Volunteer at the
Lake Wales Care Center, enjoyed Golfing, was an avid reader, and a
member of the Good Shepherd Episcopal Church in Lake Wales.
JoAnn was preceded in death by her Father, Wilmot Pruyne. Survivors
include her Husband, J. Ralph Schaberg of Lake Wales; Daughters, Julia
Root and husband Greg of Plainwell, MI; Jennifer Poling and husband Mark
of Portland, OR; Sons, Mark Schaberg and wife Julia of Paducah, KY;
Chris Schaberg and wife Sally of Belmont, MI; Mother, Helen Pruyne of
Midland, MI; Sister, Jean Karpicke of Sanford, MI; Brother, Wilmot
Pruyne of Naperville, IL; 10 Grandchildren.
Memorial service will be held 10:30 AM Friday, February 19, 2010 at
the South Shore Resort Clubhouse with Fr. Thomas Seitz, Jr. officiating.
Donations may be made to the Lake Wales Care Center. Condolences may be
sent to the family at
www.marionnelsonfuneralhome.com.
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ELWOOD KENNY HOWE
April 23, 1937 - February 11, 2010
Elwood Kenny Howe, 72 of Harrison,
passed away Thursday, February 11, 2010 at his home, with his family at
his side. Mr. Howe was born April 23, 1937 in Pontiac, Michigan the son
of Cecilia Sheldon and Alta (Kenny) Howe. Mr. Howe served his country in
the United States Air Force. Elwood was united in marriage to the former
Margaret J. Helms on October 15, 1963 in Pontiac.
Elwood had resided in Harrison since 2005, coming from Thompson
Falls, Montana. Mr. Howe enjoyed fishing, hunting, hiking, camping,
gardening, and was an avid mechanic who enjoyed repairing almost
anything.
Surviving is his loving wife of forty-six years, Margaret J. Howe
of Harrison, one daughter, Sabrina Catherine Allred and husband Dale of
Gladwin, Michigan, two sons: William Sheldon Howe of Leavenworth,
Washington and Sheldon William Howe and wife Christy of Kalispell,
Montana, eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Mr. Howe was
preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Grace Matthews.
Cremation for Mr. Howe has taken place. To share an online memory
or condolence with Elwood’s family, please visit:
www.stockingfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements for Mr. Howe were entrusted with Stocking Funeral Home,
Harrison (989) 539-7810.
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