Obituaries & Deaths

Norma Babb
"Applegate - Norma Babb, 76, died Thursday, Nov. 11, 1999. Survived by husband, Harold. Memorial services will be at a later date. Arrangements: Hacker Funeral Parlors, Sandusky."
Source: Times Herald, Saturday, 13-NOV-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Bertha G. Bacon
"St. Clair, May 24 - Mrs. Bertha G. Bacon, 80, widow of Charles Bacon, died Monday in her home at 77 Owana drive, East China Township. Mrs. Bacon was born May 31, 1876 in St. Clair County, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Wilder Chaffe, early settlers in the county. She lived in East China Township for 30 years. She is survived by a son, Charles Bacon, St Clair. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at the T. R. Bower funeral home. Rev. Earl Linderholm, pastor of First Baptist church, will officiate. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Donn M. Bacon
"May 22, 1978 - St. Clair - Donn M. Bacon, 57, 201 North Riverside Avenue, died May 22 in Port Huron, apparently of a heart attack. He was born Feb. 14, 1921 in St. Clair, and he was a lifelong area resident. He attended St. Clair public schools and Port Huron Junior College. He graduated from Olivert College, where he was class captain of the Phi Alphi Pi fraternity. Mr. Bacon was the owner and operator of coin-operated laundries in St. Clair and Marysville. He was a former acting postmaster of St. Clair. Among his civic activities, he was a past chairman of the St. Clair County Library Board, a past president of the the St. Clair Rotary Club and of St. Clair Recreation Inc., a pst member of the former St. Clair School Board, and a former member of the St. Clair Harbor Commission. He was also active in the March of Dimes and Boy Scouts and was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Mr. Bacon was an Army veteran of World War II. He is survived by three sons, Dorian L. and Donn C. Bacon, both of St. Clair, and D. Kent Bacon of Marysville, and two grandchildren. Services were conducted May 24 in St. Paul's churuch, with Rev. Franklin Bennett, rector, officiating. Burial was in Hillside Cemetery. Arrangements were made by L. C. Freiderichs and Son Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the county library."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Donna Claire Bacon
"Mrs. W.S. Bacon Is Buried Tuesday - Death takes Prominent Woman At Sister's Home After Long Illiness - Funeral services were held at 2p.m., Monday for Mrs. Walter S. Bacon, 45, who died Friday following a long illiness. The last rites were held in L. C. Friederichs funeral home and First Congregational church with Rev. Clyde H. Wilcox, pastor, officationg, and burial was in Hillside cemetery. Mrs. Bacon, the wife of Walter S. Bacon, proprietor of Bacon's Drug store, had been in ill health for several months, and was fatally stricken at the home of her sister, Mrs. Fred Lawrence, to whoses home she had been taken to convalesce. Mrs. Bacon, who graduated from St. Clair high school, was Miss. Donna Claire Mills before her marriage to Mr. Bacon July 27, 1915. Surviving are Mr. Bacon, one son Donn Mills Bacon, her father, Daniel Mills, and a sister Mrs. Lawrence, all of whom live in St. Clair. Mrs. Bacon was very active in community activities. She was a member of the First Congregational church, of Alden circle, and of the church choir for many years. A member of the Maccabees, Mrs. Bacon was a member of Cornell chapter, No. 93, Order of Eastern Star and of the Port Huron Musical club. George Bacon, Yonkers, N. Y. , brother of Walter Bacon; Harry Thompson (Thomson) of Str. Willis King, uncle of Mrs. Bacon; and Mr. and Mrs. H. J. Perrin, Hillsdale, Mich., were among the out of town persons to attend the funeral."
Source: St. Clair Republican?, from clipped collection of Blanche Parker Thomson
Submitted by John & Joan Thomson.

Walter S. Bacon
"Druggist Stricken at Work - Walter S. Bacon, 59 of 214 1/2 South Riverside Drive, St Clair, prominent St Clair and Port Huron druggist many years, died unexpectedly Saturday afternoon of heart disease while working in Barnet Service Drug Store No. 1. He was born Dec. 25, 1887, in St Clair, where he lived all his life. A short time after he graduated in pharmacy from Farris Institute, Big Rapids, Mich. he opened a drug store at 214 South Riverside drive, St Clair, which he operated some 30 years. After the death in May, 1940 of his wife, Mrs. Dona Bacon, he sold his store and took a position as assistant manager of the Liggest Drug company store, 300 Huron avenue. When the Ligget store closed several months ago he went to work in the Barnet store. Mr. Bacon is survived ay a son, Donald S. Bacon, student in Olivet College, Olivet, Mich., a grandson Dorian Lee Bacon and a half-brother, George Yonkers, New York. The remains are in the Friederichs funeral home, St Clair. Funeral arrangements have not been completed."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 09-FEB-1947
Submitted by John & Joan Thomson.

Walter Badaczewski, 79, posted Friday, 09-FEB-2001.

Marjorie G. Badger
"Kimball Twp. - Marjorie G. Badger, 79, died Wednesday, Dec. 1, 1999. Survived by daughter, Cheryl Yenson, and sons, Kenneth and Terry. Services: 11 a.m. Friday, Marysville Funeral Home. Visiting: 9 to 11 a.m. Friday."
Source: Times Herald, Thursday, 02-DEC-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Clifford A. Badley, 84, posted 14-JAN-2001 & 17-JAN-2001.

Clifford Albert Badley, 84, posted 16-JAN-2001.

Helen M. (Grout) Baer, 79, posted 28-JAN-2001.

Luann Baerwolf, 45, posted Saturday, 17-FEB-2001.

Margaret Baeucher
"St. Clair - Margaret (Monnie) Baeucher, 61, died July 26, 1987, in River District Hospital, East China township, following a long illness. She is survived by her husband, Stanley; two sons Ronald, Richmond, and Gregary, Texas; her mother Harriet Fogarty, Marwood Manor, Port Huron; and a brother, Jack, Richmond. Cremation has already taken place."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Caleb W. Bailey
"Caleb W. Bailey was born in Wagontown, Penn., Sept. 20, 1826, and died at his home in this city Sunday, May 8, 1892, aged 66 years. His parents were Quakers and he was brought up in their good way and always was an honest, upright man and a good citizen. Mr. Bailey came to St. Clair in the year 1853 where he has resided up to the time of his death, regarded by all who knew him with respect. He was taken sick a week ago Sunday with congestion, brought on by a hard cold and all that loving hearts and willing hands could do could not stay the hand of death. The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon at the residence on Vine street conducted by the members of Evergreen Lodge, F. & A. M. of which he became a member, May 17, 1854, Rev. W. B. Millard, officiating. The deceased leaves a wife and two daughters, Mr. E. F. Bacon, of Detroit, and Miss Emma Bailey, of Springfield, North Dakota, and many friends to mourn his death."
Source: St. Clair Historical Museum Collection
Submitted by Pat Love

Erma M. Bailey
"Port Huron Twp. - Erma M. Bailey, 78, died Saturday, Dec. 18, 1999, Survived by children, Linda Leitzel and Gerald Bailey. Services: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Port Huron Family Funeral Home. Visiting: 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Monday."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 19-DEC-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Rose M. Bailor
"Mount Clemens - Rose M. Bailor, 63, died Friday, Dec. 31, 1999. Survived by children, Thomas, Theresa, Patrick, Cris, Keith, Timothy, Becky Bailor, Lisa DeCrissio and Christine Feyer. Arrangements by Rewalt Funeral Home, Richmond, are incomplete."
Source: Times Herald, Saturday, 01-JAN-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

George H. Baird
"George H. Baird's friends were shocked on Thursday when they heard of his death which occurred shortly after midnight Wednesday. He was down town during the day, apparently in perfect health, but at 6 o'clock in the evening was stricken with a stroke of apoplexy. He was alone with a son when he was stricken, as Mrs. Baird is conducting a boarding house just south of the bridge. Deceased was born in Saint Clair township on September 28, 1842, and was a son of William and Charlotte Baird. There was also two daughters inn the family, both of whom are living: Ellen, now Mrs. Young, of Port Huron, and Lottie, now Mrs. James Havey, of Port Huron. Mr. Baird moved to the farm on which he died in 1856, and spent the remainder of his life there with the exception of six years which was spent in Port Huron. He was married at the age of 42 years and was the father of six children, of whom four are living. The funeral was held from his late home on Sunday afternoon at two o'clock."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Marjorie Gloria Baird
"Bad Axe - Marjorie Gloria Baird, 66, a resident of Bad Axe, died unexpectedly at Spectrum Health Downtown, in Grand Rapids, She was born Jan. 26, 1933, in Speaker Township near Yale. She was the daughter of Zota Murray Hinkley and the late George Hinkley. She was a graduate of Marysville High School. Miss Marjorie Hinkley and Mr. Don Baird were married July 11, 1953, at St. Edward's On-the-Lake Catholic Church in Lakeport. They were married 46 years. Marjorie was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bad Axe, The Solid Investment Club and the Child Study Club. She was a former Girl Scout leader. She was a former employee of Dr. Kenneth Herrington in Bad Axe, and was the office manager of the family business, Smith Distributing, also in Bad Axe. Marjorie liked working with the computer and playing bridge. She loved her grandchildren. Surviving are her husband, Don of Bad Axe; two sons, Dr. Don Baird and his wife, Carol, of Delray Beach, Fla. and Jim Baird and his wife, Judy, of Bad Axe; two daughters, Diane Patterson and her husband, Patrick, of Caseville and Jean Pfeifle and her husband, Tom, of Petosky; seven grandchildren. Alison Baird, Ashley Baird, Stephanie Baird, Jimmy Baird, Jennifer Pfeifle, Katie Pfeifle and Nikki Pheifle; her mother, Zota Hinkley of Marysville: five brothers, Dick Hinkley and his wife, Ann, of Tavares, Fla., Bud Hinkley and his wife, Betty, of Port Huron, Larry Hinkley and his wife, Eddie, of Tavares, Fla., Jim Hinkley and his wife, Nancy, of Port Huron and Ron Hinkley of Marysville; one sister, Janet Doan and her husband, Lester, of Port Huron; her sister-in-law, Poppy Goddard and her husband, John, of Marysville; and several nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 1, 1999, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Bad Axe. The Rev. Jack Lei pert, pastor, will officiate. Burial will follow at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Bad Axe. Friends and neighbors may call at the MacAlpine Funeral Home, Bad Axe, from 7 to 9 p.m. today and 1 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.Tuesday and 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Wednesday. There will be a parish scripture service at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. Expressions of sympathy may be offered to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Bad Axe, or the donor's choice."
Source: Times Herald, Monday, 29-NOV-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Mary A. Bak, 80, posted 31-JAN-2001.

Charlene M. Baker, 63, posted 08-JAN-2001.

Ralph J. Baker
"Age 89, of Florida, formerly of Marine City, died March 18, 2000. Mr. Baker owned Baker manufacturing Company, Baker Electrical Corporation and later Fisher-Baker Corporation. He was active in the Marine City United Methodist Church, Marine City Chamber of Commerce, and was past-president of the Marine City Lions Club, served on the board of directors of the Marine City Savings and Trust, Michigan National Bank of Port Huron and the St. Clair County Planning Commission and a member of the Old Goats Golf Club. Mr. Baker is survived by his wife, Virginia; daughters, Carol Gardner of Suttons Bay, Marjorie Westrick of St. Clair and Virginia Lasensack of Marine City; son, Robert of Florida; 12 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; sisters, Meta Gilleo of Georgia, Edna Buckingham of Grand Rapids, Ema Wonsey of East China and Ruth Thompson of Florida. He was predeceased by a great-grandson Austin Westrick. Services were held in Marine City United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Donna J. Osterhout officiating. Arrangements were made by Bower-Rose Funeral Home, Marine City. Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery, Marine City. Memorials can be made to the church, Marine City Lions Club or to the charity of the donor's choice."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Robert F. Baker
"St. Clair - Robert F. Baker, 63, died June 8 [1984] in St. Joseph's Hospital-West, Clinton Township. He was born Sept. 26, 1920 in St. Clair. He married Donna Slogot June 7, 1945. Mr. Baker was plant superintendent of St. Clair Plastics, Marine City. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Army. He was an honorary member of the St. Clair Fire Department, a member of Disabled American Veterans Port Huron Post 12, a member of American Legion, Charles J. Fulton Post 382 and a former member of the St. Clair Special Police. He is survived by his wife; two sons, Robert F. Jr. and Thomas J.; two daughters, Gail Anthony and Susan Tebeau; a brother, Thomas; a sister, Margaret Schmitt; and six grandchildren. Funeral services were June 11 in St. Mary's Catholic Church. the Rev. Edward Ritter, pastor, officiated. Arrangements were made by the L. C. Friederichs and Son Funeral Home. Burial was in the church cemetery. Memorial may be made to the St. Clair fire Department."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Helen Elizabeth Baldwin
"St. Clair, Dec. 6 - Miss Helen Elizabeth Baldwin, 53, of 410 South Third street, died Wednesday in her home after a long illness. Miss Baldwin was born in Comstock, Sept. 13, 1898. She came to St. Clair in 1900 with her parents. She was graduated by St. Clair High School and trained as a nurse in Port Huron Hospital after graduation. She operated the Baldwin Nursing Home here for the last 10 years after nursing many years in St. Clair Community Hospital. She is survived by her mother, Mrs. Edna L. Baldwin, St. Clair; two brothers, Harold Baldwin, Detroit, and Clayton Baldwin, Birmingham, and a sister, Miss Margaret Baldwin, St. Clair. Miss Baldwin was a member of the First Congregational Church. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in the T. R. Bower funeral home. Rev. Robert J. Burgess, pastor of First Congregational Church, assisted by Rev. Frank Hartley, pastor of First Methodist church, will officiate. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery. Remains are in the funeral home."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Janet Zoe Balfour
"Mrs. Janet Zoe Balfour, 64, wife of R. Watt Balfour, died Thursday at St. Clair Community Hospital. Mrs. Balfour was a lifelong resident of St. Clair County. She was born Janett Droulard August 14, 1883 in St. Clair County, a member of a pioneer family. She was a member of Cornell chapter, No. 03, Eastern Star, WSCS First Methodist church and Fireside Baraca Philathea Sunday school class. Mrs. Balfour leaves her husband, three daughters, Mrs. H. D. Carl, Shanghai, China, Katherine Balfour, St. Clair, and Mrs. Arthur Weinland, Montgomery, Ala; two sons Donald W. Balfour, Nashville, Tenn., and Robert G. Balfour, Venice, Calif; two sisters, Mrs. James V. Dent, Chatham, Ont., and Mrs. Albert Leach, Richmond, Mich.; three brothers, Roy Droulard, Detroit, Asa Droulard and Earl Droulard both of St. Clair; and 11 grandchildren. Funeral services were held from the Methodist church last Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m. Rev. Owen Knox officiating. Burial was in Hillside cemetery. Arrangements were made by the T. R. Bower funeral home. Pallbearers were; Nelson and David Leach, Keith, Don, and John Droulard, and Douglas Radike, all nephews."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Pvt. Kenneth R. Balfour
"Marine City, May 29 - Mrs. Mary Jane Balfour received news in a letter from Cpl. Smith that her husband, Pvt. Kenneth R. Balfour, 24, was killed in action April 12 with a tank battalion in Germany. Mrs. Balfour was notified late in April by the war department that her husband was missing in action. She wrote Corporal Smith, serving in the same unit as her husband, for further information. Corporal Smith in his reply, received by Mrs. Balfour Monday, told that Private Balfour was killed in action. Private Balfour was son of Mr. and Mrs. Russell Balfour, St. Clair. He was the father of a son, David, 2. Private Balfour entered the service in April, 1944, and trained at Fort Know, Ky., Camp Chaffee, Ark,. and Fort George G. Meade, Md., before going overseas in October 1944. He was graduated from St. Clair High school in June, 1940. He operated a service station here."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Mary Powie Balfour
"On Tuesday, Oct. 10, a most sad and terrible accident occurred, by which Mrs. James Balfour lost her life. It is unknown to anyone just how the accident occurred, but it is supposed that Mrs. Balfour, in attempting to fill her gasoline stove, spilled some of the liquid on the flames causing a terrible fire to suddenly spring up and communicate with her clothes. She immediately ran out of the house all ablaze and began to wrap herself in some quilts which hung on the line. Her screams soon brought her mother and sister to the spot, and they continued to wrap her in the quilts until the fire was out. Her husband and a doctor were hastily summoned, but it was seen immediately that she was beyond human help. The accident occurred at about eleven o'clock, and she lived until after four in the afternoon, regaining her consciousness nearly to the last."
Source: St. Clair Historical Museum Collection
Submitted by Pat Love

Robert W. Balfour
"St. Clair, May 1 - Robert Watt Balfour, 67, died Wednesday in St. Clair Community Hospital after a long illness. Semi-retired, Mr. Balfour worked as a carpenter the last several years. He had been a farmer in St. Clair Township where he was born March 13, 1885. He was the son of the late Geroge W. and Lucetta Balfour. Mr. Balfour married Miss Jeanette Droulard, Feb. 28, 1906. Mrs. Balfour died in 1948. A member of the First Methodist church, St. Clair, Mr. Balfour belonged to the Evergreen lodge No 9, F. & A.M.; St. Clair chapter NO. 12, RAM, and Cornell chapter No. 93, OES. He is survived by three daughters, Miss Katherine Balfour, St. Clair; Mrs. H. D. Carl, San Francisco, Calif., and Mrs. Arthur Weinland, Carlisle, Pa.; two sons, Donald Balfour, Dallas, Tex., and Robert Balfour, Columbus, O.; three sisters, Mrs. Carrie Hartlein and Mrs. Fred Simons, St. Clair, and Mrs. Floyd Simons, Hudson; a brother, Russell Balfour, St. Clair; 12 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Remains will be taken to the First Methodist church Saturday from the T. R. Bower funeral home. Funeral services will be at 3:30 p.m. with Rev. Frank Hartley, pastor of the church. Officiating. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery. Evergreen lodge NO,. 9, F. & A.M., will conduct graveside services."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Warren W. Balhouf
"Sandusky - Warren W. Balhouf, 74, died Friday, May 19, 2000. Survived by wife, Gloria. Services: 11 a.m. Monday, Marsh Funeral Chapel. Visiting: 1 to 9 p.m. today."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 21-MAY-2000

William Balkwill
William Balkwill, alderman of the Third ward, died at his home, 720 Elk, at shortly after 12 Tuesday. Mr. Balkwill was taken ill about six weeks ago but was able to be about and attended meetings of the council up to two weeks ago. Stomach trouble is assigned as the cause of his death. Deceased was in his 29th year and had resided in Port Huron a good deal of his life, following the business of carpenter. He was the son [of] Thomas Balkwill and was well known throughout the city, both in business and political life. He is survived by a father, mother and one sister, Anna Balkwill."
Source: The Weekly Herald, 23-NOV-1906, p 7

Lois G. Ball
Obituary listed in Times Herald, on 30-JAN-2000, p 2B

Mrs. E. Ballamy
"We have been enabled to gather the following additional facts with regard to the death of Mrs. E. Ballamy aged 64 years, whose death occurred in Bay City, Tuesday, March 31. She was born at Beechamwell, Norfolk Co., England, June 20, 1827 and in 1836 came to America and to St. Clair, in 1861 where she resided up to last January when she went to live with her daughter, Mrs. W. H. Nickless in Bay City. Her husband died in September, 1878. Her remains were brought to this city last Thursday and the funeral service held on Friday afternoon from the M. E. church of which she was a faithful member, and her body laid to rest in the city cemetery. Eight children survive her, all being present at the funeral. Those present from abroad were Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Nickless, Mr. and Mrs. A. R Bush, of Bay City; C. S. Ballamy, Omaha, Neb.; A. R. Ballamy, Detroit; her brothers, Robert and Ira Spicer, of Exeter. The family and relatives have the heartfelt sympathy of a large circle of friends in their great loss."
Source: St. Clair Historical Museum Collection
Submitted by Pat Love

Leonard E. Ballentine
"Port Huron - Leonard Edwin Ballentine, 92, of Port Huron, died Thursday, Aug. 3, 2000 in Tawas City. He was born March 6, 1908 in Ann Arbor and was a life long Port Huron area resident. He married Thelma May Dobson July 10, 1936 in Cass City. She died Nov. 23, 1991. Mr. Ballentine retired from the automobile industry after 25 years. He was a member of Washington Avenue United Methodist Church, the Council on Aging and a member and past Noble Grand of International Order of Odd Fellows Lodge #138. He was a regular euchre player with the Monday afternoon Palmer Park Euchre Group and the Port Huron Senior Center Euchre Group on Wednesday and Saturday. He is survived by two sons, Mr. and Mrs. James (Sue) Ballentine of Branson, Missouri and Paul Ballentine and his fiancee' Roberta Erker of Lake in the Hills, Illinois; two daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Bob (Katherine) Johnson of Port Huron and Mr. and Mrs. Robert (Sharon) Wolvin of Jeddo; a son-in-law, James Lincoln of Lakeport; 11 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; a special cousin, Irene Heyer of Port Huron; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Roselyn Lincoln; three brothers; and a sister. Visitation will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday in Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 8, 2000 in Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. The Rev. Susan K. Freeland will officiate. Burial will be in Christian Memorial Cultural Center, Peck. Pallbearers will be his grandsons, Dale Ballentine, James Ballentine Jr., Shawn Herron, Steven Wolvin, and Douglas and Jeffrey Lincoln. Memorials may be made to Meals on Wheels or the Council on Aging."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 06-AUG-2000

Kurt C. Ballman
"Port Hope - Kurt C. Ballman, 85, died Monday, Oct. 11, 1999. Survived by wife, Leona. Services: noon Friday, St. John Lutheran Church. Visiting: 7 to 9 p.m. today and 1 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach, and 11 a.m. to noon Friday in the church."
Source: Times Herald, Wednesday, 13-OCT-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Rose Marie Ballor
"Mount Clemens - Rose Marie Ballor, 63, died Friday, Dec. 31, 1999. Survived by children, Thomas, Patrick, Chi-is, Keith, Timothy, Theresa, Becky, Lisa DeCrissio and Christine Feyer. Services: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Rewalt Funeral Home, Richmond, and 10:30 Mass, St. Augustine Catholic Church. Visiting: 3:30 to 9 p.m. today."
Source: Times Herald, Monday, 03-JAN-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Peter J. Balon
"Smiths Creek - Peter J. Balon, 72, of 784 N. Mayer Road, died Thursday, Oct. 23, 1980, in the home of his brother after a long illness. He was born Sept. 10, 1908, in Chicopee Falls, Mass., and had lived in Smiths Creek most of his life. Mr. Balon worked his own farm at 956 Burns Road form many years. He was a former guard at Prestolite. He is survived by a sister, Antionatt Burns, of Emmett; and his brother, Stanley J., of Smiths Creek. Services will be hled at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Arthur Smith funeral Homes-South Chapel, Port Huron. The Rev. Victor Studaker will officiate. Burial will be in Caswell Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Daniel Palermo, Philip and Michael Balon, Kenneth Dunsmore, Jack Burns and Kenneth Valentine. Funeral home visiting hours begin at 12:30 p.m. today. Memorials may be made to the Cancer Service of St. Clair County."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Elsie M. Banbury, 78
Obituary listed in Times Herald, on 06-FEB-2000, p 2B

Lyle C. Bankson, 86, posted 16-JAN-2001.

Rodney L. Bankston Sr., 47, posted 14-JAN-2001.

Paul E. Barber
"East China Twp. - Paul E. Barber, 85, of East China, went to be with his Lord on Monday, Sept. 20, 1999. Services will be Friday at 11 a.m. in the Bower-Rose Funeral Home, Marine City, with Pastor William Blount officiating. Burial will be in Rosehill Cemetery, East China Twp. Visiting in the funeral home is today from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Memorials may be made to Fellowship Baptist Church, East China Twp."
Source: Times Herald, Thursday, 23-SEP-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Shirley A. Barham, 55, posted 13-FEB-2001.

Fred Bark
"St. Clair, Sept, 5 - Funeral services for Fred Bark, who died Thursday at AuTrain, Mich., will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the T. R. Bower funeral home. Rev. Frank Hartley, pastor of Methodist church, will officiate. Burial will be in Adair Cemetery."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Louis Bark
"St. Clair, June 22 - Louis Bark, 78, a lifetime resident of St. Clair county, died Monday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Erwin Pollex, Thornapple street. Mr. Bark was born near Adair, May 11, 1876, son of the late William and Minnie Bark. He sailed on the Great Lakes for many years. He and Bertha Baumgarten were married Dec. 24, 1902 and lived in St. Clair a number of years. For the last 22 years they lived on a small farm on St. Clair Highway. Mr. Bark was ill the last two years. He is survived by his widow, two daughters, Mrs. Pollex and Mrs. Russell Ketchum, both of St. Clair; a brother, William Bark, East China Township; a sister, Mrs. Charles Lipke, Detroit; five grandchildren; and two foster daughters, Mrs. George Emig, Port Huron and Mrs. Cyril Bark, Au Train, Mich. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at the T. R. Bower funeral home with Rev. C. H. Siess, pastor of Immanuel Lutheran church, officiating. Burial will be in Adair Cemetery."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

William Bark - Edward Barnard, Sr. - Julius Schmidt
"Adair - Three deaths in this community during the past week has cast a gloom over the village. Edward Barnard, sr., died on Saturday, Oct. 11, of cancer. Wm. Bark, ex-postmaster, died on Monday, also of cancer, and Julius Schmidt, a prominent young man, is supposed to have been lost when the steamer C. B. Lockwood foundered on Lake Erie in Monday's gale. Mr. Barnard and Mr. Barke were members of the K.O.T.M.M."
Source: P.H. Daily Times, Friday, 17-OCT-1902, p 6

William Bark
"St. Clair, Oct. 18 - William Bark, 74, retired railroad worker who lived in this community 39 years, died Sunday in Mercy Hospital, Port Huron, after a illness of two weeks. Mr. Bark was born June 6, 1880 in Casco Township. He and Martha Green were married Jul 3, 1905. Mr. Bark is survived by his widow, a sister, Mrs. Gusta Lepke, Detroit; four sons, Melvin Bark, Port Huron, and Alger, Marvin and William Bark Jr., all of St. Clair, a five daughters, Myrtle Bark, at home; Mrs. Louis Malmstrom, Algonac, Mrs. Jack Fenton and Mrs. Leland Raeder, both of Richmond, and Mrs. John Beaudua, St. Clair. Remains are in the Boser and Rose funeral home where funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday. Rev. Frank Hartley, pastor of First Methodist church, will officiate. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Alexander Barnard
"St. Clair, April 30 - Alexander Barnard, 78, a retired farmer, died early today at his home, 3407 first street, Adair, after a six months illness. Mr. Barnard was born March 26, 1876 in St. Clair Township, son of Edward and Sarah Jane Barnard. He and Emma Schindler were married Nov. 9, 1898 in Columbus, Mich. He is survived by his widow, a daughter, Mrs. Harry Menke, Adair; six grandchildren, tree great grandchildren; a brother, Edward Barnard, Elmira, Mich. and a sister, Mrs. Rhoda Schindler, St. Clair Township. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at the T. R. Bower funeral home with Rev. Fred Parr, pastor of the Adair Methodist church, officiating. burial will be in Adair Cemetery."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Emma S. Barnard
"St. Clair - Mrs. Emma S. Barnard, 76, died Sunday in her home, 3407 First Street, Adair. She was the widow of Alex Barnard. Mrs. Barnard was born Sept. 8, 1879 in Casco township, daughter of John and Emily Schindler. She was a lifetime township resident. Her husband died in 1954. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Myrtle Memke, Adair; five grandchildren, Robert and Warren Memke, Joseph Karas, Melbourne Lindow and David Sharron; a nephew, a sister, Mrs. Mabel McDocald, Algonac, and seven great grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m Wednesday in the T. R. Bower funeral home. Rev. Fred Parr, pastor of the Methodist church in Adair, will officiate. Burial will be in Adair Cemetery."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

George Ernest Barnes
"East China Twp. - George Ernest Barnes, 62, of East China, found his key to tranquility and valiantly gave into his fight against colon cancer on Tuesday, Sept. 21, 1999. His battle was violent before he reached his peace and he is now in the arms of Our Lord. Mr. Barnes was born in Port Huron on Sept. 5, 1937, a son to Delbert and Thelma Barnes. He married Ruth A. Haggerty on July 13, 1985 in Memphis, Mich. He was employed by South Park Welding in Marysville as plant manager, and served them for 31 years. George was a member of the National Rifle Association and was an avid hunter. He participated in bow hunting and muzzle and rifle hunting. He loved gardening and working in the yard. Surviving are his wife, Ruth; eight children, Carrie Kay (Gary Ames) Barnes of Port Huron, Doug (Kathy) Barnes of Smiths Creek. Becky Jo Macy of Port Huron, Louis (Paula) Gray of Eastpointe, Cory (Kunie) Gray of Warren, Victoria (Marcus) Thurston of Wyoming, Paul (Olga) Gray of Wyoming and Monica Gray of East China Twp.; six brothers, Harley (Caroline) of West Branch, Larry (Pam) of Prescott, Ron (Ina) of Ruby, Lyle (Janice), Bob (Linda) and Delbert (Pam), all of Port Huron: two sisters, Wanda (Russell) Ingles of Lapeer and Sandra Barnes of Smiths Creek; 13 grandchildren; and mother-in-law, Delma Haggerty of Memphis. Services are Saturday at noon in the Bower-Rose Funeral Home, Marine City, with the Rev. Lyle Reynolds officiating. Visiting in the funeral home is today from 7 to 9 p.m. and Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. It is with aching hearts that we say good-bye to a devoted father and grandfather, a true friend, a special brother, and a beloved husband!"
Source: Times Herald, Thursday, 23-SEP-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

John Frank Barnes
"Jeddo - John Frank Barnes, 79, of Jeddo, died unexpectedly Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2000, in his home. He was born Aug. 22, 1920, in Detroit, the son of the late Dan and Mary Sweeny Barnes. He and Marion Quitter were married on Sept. 7, 1943, in Croswell. Mr. Barnes retired from General Motors Truck and Bus with 22 years of service. Surviving are his wife, Marion; four sons, Dan (Donna) of Ortonville, Mike (Maureen) of Almont, Pat (Linda) of Shelby Township and Tim (Linda) of Washington Township; eight grandchildren, Scott and John, Heather and Shannon, Derrick and Carrie, and K. Lee and Holly. Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday in the Pomeroy Funeral Home, Croswell. The Rev. Donald Dueweke of St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Croswell, will officiate. Burial will be in Mount Hope Cemetery, Croswell. Friends may call from 2 to 9 p.m. today and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday."
Source: Times Herald, Friday, 21-JAN-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Thomas J. Barnes, 72, posted Tuesday, 13-FEB-2001.

Dorothy E. Barnett, 67
Obituary listed in Times Herald, on 30-JAN-2000, p 2B

Gertrude I. Barnstable
"Brown City - Gertrude I. Barnstable, 81, died Saturday, Dec. 11, 1999. Survived by son, Francis. Services: 8 p.m. Thursday, Carman Funeral Home, Brown City. Visiting: 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday."
Source: Times Herald, Wednesday, 15-DEC-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Colin Barr
"Peterboro, Ontario - Colin Barr, 30, died Jan. 21, 2000. Survived by his father, Richard. Services: 11 a.m. today, Nisbetts Funeral Home."
Source: Times Herald, 25-Jan-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Helen Cawood Barrett
"Fort Gratiot - Helen Cawood Barrett, 80, of Fort Gratiot Township went to be with the Lord on Saturday, Dec. 18, 1999. She was born Sept. 13, 1919, in Brown City, to John and Merle Benedict Cawood. She was a 1937 graduate of Port Huron High School and received a bachelor of science degree from Michigan State College in 1941. While at Michigan State, she was a member and past president of Kappa Alpha Theta sorority. Helen was an active member of Grace Episcopal Church, having served on the vestry. She was also past president of the Organ Guild and her prayer group at church. She was a member of the Port Huron Garden Club, Port Huron Golf Club, Association of the Mentally Retarded, Port Huron and Mercy Hospital Auxiliaries, and Port Huron Town Hall, where she was a past president. At Port Huron Hospital, she did volunteer work in the surgical lounge. Helen was also a former member of the Lakeshore Ladies Bowling League. She is survived by her five children Thomas C. (Sandi) Barrett of Port Huron, Patricia (Charles) Strehl of Omaha, Neb., Charles E. Barrett of Fort Gratiot Township, Judy A (Michael Jr.) Chargot of Port Huron and Barbara (Dennis) Vollmer of Fort Gratiot Township; seven grandchildren, Charles Jason Strehl and Melissa Strehl, Gerry and his fiance, Denyelle Tacie, Jaclynne Barrett, Christee and Michelle Chargot and Michael Raetzel; her loving companion, Linda Genaw; and her many friends. She was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother and will be missed by her family and friends. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 22, 1999, in Grace Episcopal Church. The Rev. Robert P. Trask, rector of Grace Episcopal Church, will officiate. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery. Visitation will be 7 to 9 P.M. oday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday in Port Huron Family Funeral Home, 1525 Hancock St. Pallbearers will be Gerald C. Barrett, Michael T. Raetzel, Charles Jason Strehl, Edward P. Barrett, Douglas R. Austin and Richard Smeltzer III. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to Grace Episcopal Church or the Community Foundation-Main Street."
Source: Times Herald, Monday, 20-DEC-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

John Alan Barrett
"North Street - John Alan Barrett, 24, of 4240 Keewahdin Road, died Friday evening in Mercy Hospital. He was born July 31, 1950, in Port Huron, and lived here all his life. Mr. Barrett was a truck broker. He graduated from Port Huron Northern High School in 1968. From 1969 to 1971 he served in the U.S. Navy Seabees, and was a combat veteran of Vietnam. He was a member of Sparlingville Community Church, Teamsters Union Local 339, and May O'Brien Post No. 8465, Veterans of Foreign Wars. He married Beverly Weston Dec. 19, 1970, in Port Huron. He is survived by his wife; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Barrett, Jeddo; a brother, Gordon Barrett Jr., North Branch, and a sister, Mrs. Betsy Schef, North Street. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Monday in Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. Rev. Edward Villalba, associate pastor of Van Dyke Baptist Church, Warren, will officiate. Burial will be in Kinney Cemetery. Karl Klawson, Gary Weston, Gerald Barrett, David Genaw, Stewart Glenn and Alan Sparr will be pallbearers. The remains will be in the funeral home Sunday. Visiting hours will be from noon to 9 p.m."
Source: P.H. Times Herald, 23-NOV-1974

Thomas A. Barrette, 57, posted 12-JAN-2001.

Charles H. Barringer
"St. Clair, Nov. 19 - Charles Humphrey Barringer, 76, who has lived in St. Clair Township all his life, died Wednesday at his home, 1533 South riverside avenue, after an illness of several years. Mr. Barringer was born March 5, 1877 and married Florence Yax in January, 1902. He was a retired contractor. He is survived by his widow; a son, Benjamin, of Marysville; a sister, Mrs. Roy Bezenah, Port Huron; three brothers, Louis, of Toledo; Hazen, Dearborn, and Henry, of California, and two grandchildren, Gerald and Judy Ann Barringer, Marysville. Remains are at the T. R. Bower funeral home. funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home and at 2 p.m. at St. Paul's Episcopal church, with Rev. Howard C. Rutenbar, rector, officiating. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Florence L. Barringer
"St Clair - Mrs. Florence L. Barringer, 71, of 1533 South Riverside avenue, died Tuesday in Port Huron Hospital after an illness of several month. She was the widow of Charles Barringer. Mrs. Barringer was born June 1, 1884 in Algonac, daughter of Ezekiel Yax and Elizabeth Hayes Yax. She was a resident of St. Clair the last 55 years. Mrs. Barringer's husband died Nov. 18, 1953. She is survived by a son, Benjamin, Marysville; three grandchildren, Gerald, Judy Ann and Marry Jo Barringer; five sisters, Mrs. Mary Suisse, Mrs. Lovina DeNean and Mrs. Lottie Blackwell, all of Miami, Fla., and Mrs. Margaret Roberts and Mrs. Lillian Allbright, both of St. Clair. Remains are at the T. R. Bower funeral home where a prayer service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Paul's Episcopal church with Rev. Howard C. Ritenbar, rector, officiating. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Judson P. Barringer
"St. Clair - Judson P. Barringer, 70, of 5400 Gratiot Road, died today in Marwood Manor after a long illness. He was born Nov. 2, 1904, in St. Clair Township, and was a lifelong resident. Mr. Barringer retired from Diamond Crystal Salt Company if 1969 after 44 years of service. He was a member of White Shrine of Jerusalem, the Smiths Creek Lodge No. 491 F. & A.M., and Mt. Vernon Chapter No. 461 OES. He married Eva L. McFarlane Nov. 24, 1935. He is survived by his wife; two sons, Jack R. McFarlane, Sterling Heights, and Eugeen Buel, Marine City; a sister, Mrs. Eunice O'Brien, New Baltimore; a brother, Howard Barringer, Farwell, Mich.; 11 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. The remains will be in Hubert V. Lucas Funeral Home after 7 p.m. today. Funeral arrangements are incomplete."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Infant Larry Barringer
"Larry Barringer, day old son of Mr. and Mrs. J. Howard Barringer, who was born Friday, May 13th, died May 14th at the St. Clair Community hospital. The baby is survived by his parents, three brothers, Raymond, Kenneth, and John; two sisters, Patricia and Joyce; and his grandparents, Mrs. Wesley Barringer, Port Huron, and Mrs. Sophia Kurczyski, Richmond. Services were held from the T. R. Bower funeral home Monday afternoon, Rev. Carl E. Gimmel officiating, with burial in Hillside cemetery."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Wesley P. Barringer
"St. Clair, April 19 - Wesley P. Barringer, 73, retired farmer, died today in his home at 6843 Trumbull road after an illness of several months. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in Bower funeral home. Rev. C. D. Doebler, pastor of First Baptist church, will officiate. burial will be in Hillside cemetery. Mr. Barringer is survived by his widow. Mrs. Cora Barringer; two sons, Howard and Judson Barringer, both of St. Clair; two daughters, Mrs. Daniel O'Brien, Detroit, and Mrs. Charles Talbert, Port Huron; nine grandchildren, two great grandchildren and a brother, Erwin Barringer, St. Clair. He was born Dec. 15, 1871, in New York state. He came here with his parents when he was two years old and lived on the same farm 71 years."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Georgia Barron
"St. Clair, Feb. 4 - Mrs. Georgia Barron, about 60, a former resident of St. Clair, died unexpectedly this morning in her home in Linthicum Heights, Md. She was the wife of George Barron. Mrs. Barron is the daughter of Mrs. Susan Roley, who recently moved to Linthicum Heights from St. Clair. Besides her mother, Mrs, Barron is survived by her husband, George. Remains are in the Tickner funeral home, Linthicum Heights. Funeral arrangements are pending."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Jonathan Barron
"Revolutionary War soldier honored - St. Clair - Jonathan Barron was honored Tuesday, although he died Dec. 2, 1834. His grave in Hillside Cemetery, St. Clair, was dedicated in a ceremony by the Louisa St. Clair Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) as the only located grave in St. Clair County of a Revolutionary War veteran. St. Clair Mayor Raymond L. Gellein declared Tuesday Jonathan Barron Day. Tuesday was the 200th anniversary (Aug. 16, 1777) of the Battle of Benningron, Vt., in which Barron fought at the age of 17 years. Descendants of Barron attending the ceremony were William B. Ewart, St. Clair; Stephen McCracken, art's grandson who is home from Brazil where his parents are missionaries; Dr. H. Granger Ewart's, U.S. Nary retired; Mrs. Laurel Lydy, Dr. Ewart's daughter; Mrs. Ellen Meno's daughter, Mrs. Stephanie Meno Minor and Mrs. Ellen Meno's grandson, Matthew Teeple. Mrs. Robert W. Sawyer Jr., regent of Louisa St. Clair Chapter, introduced the speakers and the DAR chapters participating in the ceremony. They were Boy Scout Troop 294 of St. Clair; Mrs. James Eastern, vice president general, National Society, DAR; Mrs. Maxwell E. Hunt, Michigan first vice regent, DAR; Miss Marion E. Morse, state chaplain, DAR; Mrs. George F. Ryckman, state senior president; Mrs. William c. Sued, Louisa St. Clair Chapter historian; Mrs. John E. DeWald, Louisa St. Clair Chapter member who researched the graves location. Mrs. Hunt explained that the locating and marking of a Revolutionary War soldier's grave was started by the National Society of the DAR between 1897-98. Data on graves either located or marked are reported to the Recorder General each year and a report of these activities are submitted to the Smithsonian Institution, which includes the information with its report to the U. S. Congress. Locating and marking of graves was started in Michigan by the DAR in 1900. To date, 257 graves have been located in Michigan and 195 have been marked. Most graves have been marked before 1930 (the Barron grave was marked in 1904 by the St. Clair Ot-Si-Ke-Ta Chapter, although not dedicated), but occasionally unmarked graves are found, Mrs. Hunt said. Jonathan Barron and his wife, Thankful Minor, came to St. Clair in 1813 to farm land. He was born in Reading, Mass.., June 30, 1760, and enlisted in the Revolutionary War under his father, a captain in the New Hampshire militia. Barron was put on the military pension rolls at the age of 74 in 1833. His yearly pension was $57.22. He collected $171.66 before he died at the age of 77 in 1834."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Charles Barrow
"Charles Barrow, a brother of Mrs. Geo. Akred, died at the home of his sister in this city Monday night at the age of 68 years. He came to this country from England some 30 years ago, and had made his home in this city since March 1891. His death was caused by paralysis and general disability. Funeral services were held at the house Wednesday morning, Rev. G. N. Kennedy officiating and the remains deposited in the city cemetery."
Source: St. Clair Historical Museum Collection
Submitted by Pat Love

Hazel E. Barshaw
"St. Clair - Hazel E. Barshaw, 78, died Sunday, Aug. 30, 1987. She is survived by two sons, Wayne and Joseph, and daughter, Sue Hoover. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday in St. Mary's Catholic Church. Visiting is from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. today in the L. C. Friederichs and Son Funeral Home. A league of Catholic women rosary will be said at 2 p.m. today. A rosary will be said at 8 p.m. today."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Zelma Bartlett
"Died, on Thursday last, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Streeter, their daughter Zelma. About one year ago she was married to G. W. Bartlett. Consumption was the cause of her death."
Source: P.H. Daily Times, 11-MAY-1892
Submitted by Patricia Forte.

James A. Basnaw
"North Street - James A. Basnaw, 64, of North Street, died Monday, Dec. 20, 1999, in his residence after a courageous battle with leukemia. He was born April 11, 1935, in Port Huron, the son of the late Earl and Gladys Basnaw. He was a lifelong area resident. He married Rose M. Andrews on April 25, 1953, in Port Huron. Mr. Basnaw enjoyed hunting, fishing and music. Most of all, he loved his family. He was a member of Lighthouse Baptist Church and a former employee of Prestolite Wire Co. He is survived by his wife, Rose M. Basnaw of North Street; his sons and daughters-in-law, James E. (Sally) Basnaw of Kimball Township and David C. (Linda) Basnaw of Goodells; his son, Charles R. Basnaw (Rose Bennardo) of Port Huron; his daughter, Sandra A. Basnaw (Steve Hustek) of Ruby; seven grandchildren, James E. Basnaw Jr., Trevor J. Basnaw, Kellie M. Basnaw, Lisa M. Olvera, Charles R. Basnaw Jr., Mandy M. Basnaw and Crystal 1. Basnaw; four great grandchildren, Mari R. Olvera, Josh K. Olvera, Jordan J. Basnaw and Stephen Basnaw; his brothers and sisters-in-law, Charles (Ruth) Basnaw of Jackson and Leon K. (Betty) Basnaw of Clyde Township.; sister, Beulah Larson of Port Huron; his sister and brother-in-law, Agnes and George Bennett of Clyde Township; his sister, Edna Bennett of Port Huron; numerous nieces and nephews; his stepgrandchildren, Tammy Schefka, Bret Smith, Bonnie Bucu, Jason Hustek, JCLynn Hustek, John Bennardo and Justin Bermardo; and his step great grandchildren, Drew Bucu, Gavin Smith, Kylee Falk and Gabrielle Smith. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Thursday in Jowett Funeral Home, 1634 Lapeer Ave. at 17th Street. The Rev. Dennis Aho, pastor of Lighthouse Baptist Church, will officiate. Burial will be in Ruby Cemetery. Visiting hours are 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. today. Pallbearers will be George Bennett, Earl Bennett, Dennis Basnaw, Roy Davis, Jerry Basnaw and Stanley Ferriby. Memorials may be made to the wishes of the family."
Source: Times Herald, Wednesday, 22-DEC-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Olive M. Bass, 88, posted Friday, 26-JAN-2001.

Alberta A. Bassett
"St. Clair - Alberta Arnold Bassett, 98, of St. Clair, a former resident of Marine City, died Wednesday, Nov. 5, 1997. She was born in Lakeport on May 15, 1899, the daughter of Hugh and Eve (Burtch) Streeter. She married George Bassett on Aug 9, 1967 in Clay Twp. He preceded her in death. She is survived by her son, Richard (Dora) Swiney of Hope Sound, Fla.; two daughters, Laurraine (Martin) Dewey of East China and Jean Eaves of New Port Richey, Fla.; her step-daughter, Rosemarie Lozon of Algonac; her sister, Hazel Davidson of Bradenton, Fla.; four grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and 12 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services are 11 a.m. Saturday in the Bower-Rose Funeral Home, Marine City with Pastor William Blount officiating. Burial will be in Rosehill Cemetery, East China. Visiting hours are 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday. Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society."
Source: Times Herald
= She married (1) Raymond Swiney (2) ? Arnold (3) George Bassett
Submitted by Patricia Forte.

Alta R. Bassett
Died: 24-JAN-1993
Spouse: Melvin (d. 06-AUG-1986)
Surviving Family Members: (2 sons) Carlton (Barbara) French, Gordon (Mary) Tomlin; 3 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, (2 stepbrothers) Leo Parker of Avoca & Kenneth Parker of Wisconsin)
Source: Times Herald, 24-JAN-1993
Submitted by Kay Mitchell.

Arthur E. Bassett
Died: 30-JAN-1984
Surviving Family Members: (3 daughters) Mrs Gerald (Mary) Umlauf & Mrs. Herbert (Betty) Stubbs both of St. Clair and Mrs. Paul (Valma) Miller, Brethern; 6 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren
Source: Times Herald, 31-JAN-1984

Spouse: (1st) Frances Kochanski (d. 1944), (2nd) Alta Stephen (d. 1982)
Source: Times Herald, 01-FEB-1984
Submitted by Kay Mitchell.

Buell S. Bassett
Spouse: (1st) Miriam Jones (d. 1943), (2nd) Florence Kempster Burch
Deceased Children: (son) Dr. Robert Bassett; (daughter) Miriam B. Leahy
Surviving Family Members: (wife) Florence; (2 sons) Curtiss D., Dr. James G., (daughter) Mrs. A.J. (Florence) Fessler; (step-daughter) Mrs Robert (Brenda) Forrister; (brother) John D.; (sister) Florence Nutter
Source: Times Herald, 29-JUN-1978
Submitted by Kay Mitchell.

Clark L. Bassett
Died: 30-MAY-1986
Spouse: Gertrude H. Greer (d. 1971)
Surviving Family Members: (4 sons) Thomas G., Robert L., Clark A. Jr., Richard H.; 8 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren
Source: Times Herald, 01-JUN-1986
Submitted by Kay Mitchell.

Curtiss D. Bassett
Born: Watertown, CT
Parents: Buell & Miriam (Jones) Bassett
Surviving Family Members: (wife) Frances Louise MacOughtry Bassett; (stepmother) Florence Bassett & children)
Source: Times Herald, 12-JUL-1986
Submitted by Kay Mitchell.

Eldridge L. Bassett
Surviving Family Members: (wife) Marguerite Bailey Bassett; (children) Gregory and Debra, 3 grandsons; (6 brothers) Melvin, Bruce, Evert, Elmer, Meldrum & John; (5 sisters) Margaret Roskey, Evelyn Curtis, Marie Bassett, Thresa Kania) [note: only 4 sisters listed]
Source: Times Herald, 21-MAY-1978
Submitted by Kay Mitchell.

Elsie A. Bassett
Deceased Children: (twins) Elsie and Elton died as infants in 1928
Surviving Family Members: (husband) Ray; (children) Mrs Esther Roehl, Donald Bassett, Gerald Bassett; (sisters) Mrs Anna Thomas, Mrs Mildred Stager
Source: Times Herald, 11-NOV-1976
Funeral services held at 1 p.m. in Bower-Rose Funeral Home, Marine City. Burial in Woodlawn Cemetery, Marine City
Source: Times Herald, 18-NOV-1976
Submitted by Kay Mitchell.

Flossie M. Bassett
Died: 19-MAY-1922
Surviving Family Members: (husband) Henry M. Bassett; (2 daughters) Betty (Bob) Sieh, Sue (Mike) Adams; 4 grandchildren; (brother) John Bushart of Drayton Plains
Source: Times Herald, 14-OCT-1993
Submitted by Kay Mitchell.

Frances J. Bassett
Died: 20-MAY-1993
Father: Franklin Sherman Kellar (d. 1978)
Surviving Family Members: (2 sons) Gregory Steven Cook & Terry Lee Cook; (daughter) Vicki Lynn (Edsel) Avery Lester; (2 granchildren) Kyle Nolan Cook & Lisa Jean Lester; (2 sisters) Doris (Ken) Gargan and Louise (Bob) Bickel; (2 brothers) Victor Kellar & William Kellar.
Source: Times Herald, 22-MAY-1993
Submitted by Kay Mitchell.

Frank C. Bassett
Died: 12-APR-1984
Spouse: Marie DeFrain (d. DEC 1969)
Surviving Family Members: (sister-in-law) Mrs. Kathrine M. DeFrain and several nieces and nephews
Source: Times Herald, 13-APR-1984
Submitted by Kay Mitchell.

James W. "Bill" Bassett
Died: 08-NOV-1981
Surviving Family Members: (son) Albert of Marysville; (brother) Arthur of Ft. Myers, Fla.; 3 granchildren
Source: Times Herald, 09-NOV-1981
Submitted by Kay Mitchell.

Jamie Troy Bassett
Died: 22-OCT-1993, (18 years old)
Surviving Family Members: (father) Mr. & Mrs. Douglas E. Bassett of Eddyville, KY; (mother) Mrs. William (LaVonne) Adams of Suttons Bay; (2 sisters) Tami L. Carter & James (Dawn M.) Bailey; (stepsister) Amber Nicole Bassett of Eddyville
Source: Times Herald, 15-OCT-1993
Submitted by Kay Mitchell.

John M. Bassett
Died: 04-FEB-1991
Surviving Family Members: (wife) Mildred; (daughter) Sister Marjorie; (2 sons) John Jr. & Dennis Bassett; (3 brothers) Bruce, Evert, Elmer "Al"; (5 sisters) Margaret Roskey, Marie Weir, Eleanor Haacke, Evelyn Turner & Theresa Jeffrey; 3 grandchildren
Source: Times Herald, 22-FEB-1991
Submitted by Kay Mitchell.

Lena Bassett - "Mrs. James Bassett"
"St. Clair - Funeral services for Mrs. Lena Bassett, 55, of 1315 Clinton avenue, who died Monday in her home, will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday in the L. C. Friederichs and Son funeral home, and 2 p.m. in St. Paul's Episcopal church. She was the wife of James Bassett. Dr. Conley Scott, rector of St. Paul's Episcopal church, will officiate. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Melvin "Mel" Bassett
Died: 06-AUG-1984
Surviving Family Members: (wife) Alta Renee Lockwood Bassett; (2 sons) Carl French, Gordon Tomlin; (5 brothers) Meldrum, John, Bruce, Everett & Al Bassett; (5 sisters) Margaret Roskey, Marie Weir, Evelyn Turner, Eleanor Haacke, Theresa Jeffrey, 3 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren
Source: Times Herald, 07-AUG-1986
Submitted by Kay Mitchell.

Raymond D. Bassett
Spouse: Elsie Smith (d. 17-NOV-1976)
Surviving Family Members: (children) Esther Roehl, Gerald & Donald Bassett; (brother) Harold; (3 sisters) Blanche Wood, Esther Gilbert & Grace Jiske; 7 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren
Source: Times Herald, 16-NOV-1983
Submitted by Kay Mitchell.

Russell Charles Bassett
Died: 13-APR-1990
Surviving Family Members: (wife) Violet J. Keller Bassett; (children) Mary Reynolds, Alfred R. Bassett, Kay Osterland, Jeffery Charles Bassett and Deborah Jean Bassett-Maxwell; 11 grandchildren
Source: Times Herald, 16-APR-1990
Submitted by Kay Mitchell.

Nora M. Batchelor
"Yale - Nora M. Batchelor, 82, of Yale, formerly of Melvin and Sandusky, died Friday, May 19, 2000, at Medilodge of Yale. She was born in Newberry on May 28, 1917, the daughter of George and Rose Stamour Robinson. Nearly 66 years ago, Russell L. Batchelor and Nora were married in Melvin, Oct. 27, 1934. Nora cooked for 19 years at the former Meharg's Dairy Bar, and was employed ten years in Imlay City for Hamill Manufacturing. She loved cooking and working with crafts. Surviving is her loving husband "Russ;" daughters and sons-in-law, Rose and Willard Kipp of Yale, Darlene and Tom Rapley of Lapeer, Joanne and Jerry Muxlow of Brown City and Sandra and Larry Kile of Texas; eight grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; sister, Julia Lung of Peck; and nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were brothers, Leonard, Milton, Glen, Donald, Carl, Kenneth and Howard; and sister, Iva Sharpe. A funeral service in appreciation of the life, family and friends of Nora will be celebrated at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Kaatz Funeral Directors, Yale, with burial in Elmwood Cemetery, Yale. The Rev. Steve Howell, pastor of Trinity Missionary Church, Yale, and Willard Williams will officiate. Visitng hours are 6 to 8 p.m. today and 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday. Memorials are suggested to Trinity Missionary Church."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 21-MAY-2000

Claude Bates
"Armada - Claude Bates, 91, of 74049 Fulton St., died today in Fair Acres Nursing Home after a lengthy illness. He was born April 21, 1887, in Richmond Township and was a lifelong Armada area resident. He married Mabel Goldsworthy in 1910. She died in 1946. He married Gertrude Barrington in 1950. She died in 1977. Mr. Bates was a U.S. Army veteran of World War I. He was a retired farmer. He was a member of Armada Congregational United Church of Christ. He was a past member of the Richmond Drum and Bugle Corps. Mr. Bates is survived by several nieces and nephews. Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday in Tiffany-Young Funeral Home. The Rev. Philip Stahl, pastor of Armada Congregational United Church of Christ, will officiate. Burial will be in Willow Grove Cemetery."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Mrs. Claude Bates
"Armada, July 8 - Mrs. Maybelle Eldora Bates, 59, died in her home here Sunday after several months illness. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Bates home. Rev. William Pryor, Richmond Methodist pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in Willow Grove Cemetery here. She is survived by her husband, Claude Bates; a sister, Mrs. Jennie Westrick, St. Clair, and a brother, Harry Goldsworthy, Battle Creek. Mrs. Bates was a charter member and officer of Burke-Sullivan post, No. 125, American Legion auxiliary, Richmond, and a member of the Armada Congregational church. She was the daughter of George and Eldora Goldsworthy, and was born at Otter Lake, Mich., Jan. 7, 1887."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Agnes Bauer
"The funeral of Agnes, the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Bauer, of Campau avenue, who died on Friday was held from St. Joseph's church this morning. Burial took place in Mt. Hope cemetery."
Source: P.H. Daily Times, Saturday, 10-APR-1909
Submitted by Michael Dingman

George Bauer
"George Bauer, son of John Bauer, died in Detroit last Thursday of pneumonia. He was brought to his home near this city Friday and his funeral was conducted by Rev. Fr. Maschino at St. Mary's church Saturday morning. Mr. Bauer was 22 year old, and was well thought of. He had spent the past season sailing and was about to return to this city when he was attacked with the disease which caused his death."
Source: St. Clair Historical Museum Collection
Submitted by Pat Love

John Bauer
"SUICIDE BY HANGING - Last Friday at about 8 o’clock, John Bauer, a farmer of northwest Mussey, aged about 65, after having put his son off the farm in October and married again in November and then having expressed himself as regretting both acts, put an end to his distress of mind by stepping off into eternity from the top of the rack in his sheep shed, a rope about the neck collecting the fall.

The body hung where found all day until when, at about 6 o’clock that evening, coroner Faulk and Deputy Sheriff Austion of Port Huron arrived, decided it was a clear case of suicide, and turned the body over to the undertaker Walter.

The funeral services were held from the Evangelical church on Monday, Dec 23. Dr. Fisher officiating, and interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Relatives from Flint and Imlay failed in an attempt to hold up the funeral but made an unpleasant scene.

The story of the discovery of the tragedy briefly, is as follows:

The wife told that Bauer was out the night before the tragedy until 10 o’clock, when questioned he said he had spent the evening at the home of Chas. J. Bremman; that on the morning of the tragedy Bauer went to the barn presumably to do the chores; when he did not return to the house at the usual time she called to him then went to look for him; not finding him she went to the home of Mr. Breeman, but he was not there, and so Mr. Breeman went back to the Bauer home to clear up the mystery, and he found Bauer hanging farm an overlay in the sheep shed. The family doctor Buck and the sheriff’s office were notified:

The doctor was the first officer to arrive; the sheriff’s office notified Deputy Al Brink to take the Justice of the peace with him and investigate the causes of death. Brink took Justice Wm. Hunter.

While these officers were making a careful investigation of the premises, the following men were there and agreed with the finding of the officers: Rev. Facher and Mc Cue, Chris Water, Albert Kettlehutt, Chas. Bremman and others. The officers decided that there were no suspicious circumstances connected with the death and that it was a clear case of suicide. They were ready then and there to have the body cut down and turned over to the undertaker.

Why the Body Hung Till Night -

The son Will was called up at Capac and notified. Will was not satisfied, and asked for time to get out to the farm with his doctor, which was granted. Then the officers called up the sheriff’s office and were told the son should be satisfied - that if he wanted an inquest he could have it by putting up security for the costs.

The officers remained on the premises until noon, and then returned to town, leaving the body hanging, as the son was not satisfied and there was a prospect of an inquiry; in town the family doctor refused to certify the cause of death was suicide.

Then the son, in agreement with the local officials called by the sheriff’s office and the coroner’s office and had the proceedings delayed until those officers arrived on the early evening train.

Coroner Faulk and Sheriff Austin made a careful investigation, decide it was a clear case of suicide, then upholding the decision of the local officers, and certified the body to be taken to the undertaker.

After accepting the decision of the corner and the deputy sheriff, the son did fine. He stood by the widow, his step-mother, during the disturbance at the funeral, looked for her comfort and the farm chores, and has made a peaceable settlement of the property which gets her $200 in money. He is also getting her comfortably settled in a home in this village. We say that’s netting the part of a man."
Source: The Capac Journal, 27-DEC-1918, v 32, no. 25
Submitted by Joanne Weimer.

Phyllis C. Baugher, 79, posted 02-FEB-2001.

John Baughman, 64, posted 18-JAN-2001.

Esther Pauline Bauman
"Miss Esther Pauline Bauman, 47, 512 Cass street, died Sunday in her home after a long illness. She was born July 9, 1900, in St. Clair and was graduated by St. Clair High School in 1918 and Cleary College, Ypsilanti, in 1919. Miss Baumann went to work soon after leaving college at Diamond Crystal Salt company and worked there until her illness. She was an organst and Sunday school teacher at St. Peter's Lutheran church for many years. She leaves a sister, Emma, six brothers, Ernest, Hugo, and Albert, all of St. Clair; Richard, Marine City, Frederick, Dearborn, and Carl, Detroit, an uncle Emil Bauman, who made his home with the sisters, and numerous nieces and nephews. The remains were taken from her home Wednesday in St. Peter's church for services at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Gustave W. Lenz, pastor officiating. Burial in Hillside Cemetery. Pallbearers, men from the Diamond Crystal Salt company's offices were Miss Bauman worked for over 17 years, were Fred Dunkel, Robert Ball, Charles Hendricks, Fauster Engelgau, Albert Schroeder, and Kenneth Edwards."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

John L. Bauman
"Richmond, July 1 - John L. Bauman, 75, resident of Richmond 42 years, died Monday in his home, 68010 Mert street, after a 5 1/2 year illness. He was born in Columbus Township, son of the late William and Fredericka Bauman. He married Margaret Stocks in 1909, and the couple moved to Richmond shortly after. Mr. Bauman was a member of the First Evangelical and Reformed church. Surviving are his widow, a son, Clarence, Mt. Clemens, and a daughter, Mrs. Erva Tevo, also of Mt. Clemens, and seven grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in his home and at 2:30 p.m. in the First Evangelical and Reformed church. Rev. Robert Kuebler, pastor, will officiate, and burial will be in Richmond Cemetery."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Earl Baumgarten
"New Haven, May 11 - Earl Baumgarten, 40, died Tuesday at his desk in the Graustark Hotel here. The hotel proprietor is survived by his widow, Irene; a daughter, Bonnie and a son, Lynwood Baumgarten; his mother, Mrs. Ida Baumgarten, Richmond; two sisters, Mrs. Paul Marinier, Richmond and Mus. Raymond Lutz, Warren, and a brother, Charles Baumgarten, St. Clair Shores. He was a native of Richmond. Funeral arrangements are incomplete. He was a member of New Haven Businessmen’s association, rotary Club, Macomb County Sportsman’s club, and charter member a secretary of newly organized Lions club. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday in St. James Evangelical and Reformed church Richmond, with Rev. John Perl, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Richmond Cemetery. The remains will be in the Wills funeral home here until Saturday noon when they will be removed to the church."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Ida Baumgarten
"Richmond - Ida Baumgarten, 91, Port Richey, Fla., died Monday in Port Richey after a long illness. She was born June 9, 1886, in Casco Township. She lived in the Richmond area for many years before moving to Port Richey. She married William E. Baumgarten in 1907, in Detroit. He died in 1946. Mrs. Baumgarten was a member of the First United church of Christ, the church Women's Guild, and chapter 168, OES, Richmond. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Ray Lutz, Warren, and Mrs. Gilbert Mariner, Port Richey; a sister, Mrs. John Keller, Richmond; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday in the Hensch Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Richmond. The Rev. John Baumgartner, pastor of the First United Church of Christ, will officiate. Burial will be in the Richmond Cemetery. Remains are in the funeral home, where visiting hours are 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

William J. Baxter, 92, posted 08-JAN-2001.

John Walter Bayly, 74, posted 11-FEB-2001.

Frank H. Bazo
"St. Clair, April 29 - Frank H. Bazo, 90, of 34350 Ann Arbor Trail, Plymouth, former St. Clair business man and resident of Port Huron, died early Wednesday in the home of his son, Francis W. Bazo, following a one year illness. While a resident here, Mr. Bazo operated a shoe store. Later he moved to Port Huron where he worked for the Ballentine Dry Goods company. He is survived by three sons Francis W., Plymouth; Michael, of Martinsdale, Ind., and Theodore, a member of the U. S. Navy; a daughter, Mrs. Grace LeDuc, of Arizona; two nephews, George and William Hurst, both of St. Clair; four nieces, Mrs. Edith Montgomery and Mrs. George Meiselbach, both of St. Clair; Mrs. Herman Gracey, Smiths Creek, and Mrs Ernest Green, Detroit, and four grandchildren. Funeral services will be in Plymouth Saturday. Burial services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in St. Clair Cemetery."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Philip D. Beadle
"WOOLEN MILLS WORKER DIES - Rites Wednesday In Yale For Philip D. Beadle - Yale, Feb. 5 - Philip D. Beadle, 79, died Sunday in his home, 113 Mary street, after an illness of three months. The remains are in the family residence. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Trinity Methodist church. Rev. Howard Spitnale will officiate. Burial will be in Elmwood cemetery. Mr. Beadle is survived by his widow, Mrs. Elza Retta Beadle, a daughter, Mrs. Grant Welch, Smiths Creek; two sons, George and Erwin Beadle, both of Yale, and a brother, Ira Beadle, North Branch. He was born June 22, 1865, in Corinth, Ont., and with his parents moved to a farm near Yale when six weeks old. He was employed 25 years in Yale Woolen Mills. Mr. and Mrs. Beadle observed their golden wedding April 2, 1940."
Source: Times Herald, Monday, 05-FEB-1945
Submitted by Michael Dingman

Mary E. Bealer
"Mrs. Mary E. Bealer - Resident Here 40 Years Dies Thursday - Mrs. Mary E. Bealer, 59, wife of William J. Bealer, 2810 Conner street, resident of Port Huron 40 years, died Thursday in her home after a long illness. She is survived by her husband, her mother, Mrs. John Leathorn, a sister, Mrs. Wesley A. Irwin, and a brother, Jay E. Fellows, all of Pt. Huron; and a half sister, Mrs. Floyd Harris, Detroit. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday in Falks funeral residence. Rev. Clarence Vasbinder, pastor of South Park Baptist Church, will officiate. Burial will be in Lakeside cemetery. The remains will be in the family residence until Sunday morning, when they will be removed to the funeral home."
Source: Times Herald, OCT 1936
Submitted by Kay Mitchell.

Kay E. Bearden, 66
"Allen Park - Kay E. Bearden, 66, died Saturday, May 6, 2000. Survived by husband, Howard. Services: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dayton Center Church, Silverwood. Visitation: 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 07-MAY-2000

Louise Beardsley
"St. Clair, July 26 [1954] - Mrs. Louise Beardsley, widow of George Beardsley, died Saturday in Port Huron Hospital after a week's illness. Mrs. Beardsley lived at 2441 Tenth street, Port Huron, the last three years. She lived the rest of her life in St. Clair. She was born Sept. 15, 1877 in Casco Township, daughter of August and Rosina Werner. Mr. Beardsley died in 1947. Mrs. Beardsley is survived by a brother, William Werner St. Clair, and several nieces and nephews. Remains are at the T. R. Bower funeral home, where services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday. Rev. Robert J. Burgess, pastor of the First Congregational Church will officiate. Burial will be in Richmond Cemetery."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Daniel T. Beasley
"Harper Woods - Daniel T. Beasley, 29, died Friday, Dec. 31, 1999. Survived by mother, Phyllis. Services: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Gilbert Funeral Home, Algonac. Visiting: 1 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday."
Source: Times Herald, Monday, 03-JAN-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Harold J. Beatty
"Sandusky - Harold J. "Toots" Beatty, 80, of Sandusky passed away Sunday, July 2, 2000, at St. Mary's Hospital in Saginaw, after a short illness. Mr. Beatty was born May 8, 1920, in Sandusky, the son of the late Lemuel and Sadie Read Beatty. He served in the U.S. Army during World War from 1941 to 1945. He married Gerry Hunt Feb. 15, 1947, in Toledo, Ohio. Harold was a active member of the American Legion for more than 50 years. He was employed with Detroit Edison Co. for 32 years until his retirement in 1978. Harold is survived by his wife, Gerry Beatty; three sons, John (Denise) Beatty of Mio, Lee Beatty of Sandusky and Doug (Julie) Beatty of Sandusky; one daughter, Marilyn Solis of Sandusky; one brother, Calvin Beatty of Dayton, Ohio; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Paul Beatty, who passed in 1979; four brothers; and four sisters. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 5, 2000, in the Marsh Funeral Chapel in Sandusky. The Rev. John A. Allan will officiate. Interment will be in the Greenwood Cemetery, Sandusky. Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. today and noon to 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Marsh Funeral Chapel in Sandusky. Memorials may be given to the Sandusky Athletic Sports Boosters."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 04-JUL-2000

John J. "Bun" Beatty
"Clay Twp. - John Joseph "Bun" Beatty, 84, of Clay Township died Thursday, April 27, 2000, in Faith Medical Center. He was born June 30, 1915, on Harsens Island. He married Margaret Sharrow on Nov. 6, 1936, in Algonac. She died Feb. 26, 1985. He graduated from Algonac High School in 1933. He was an avid hunter and was a carpenter. He is survived by his daughter, Patricia (Alton) Avers; his son, Kevin (Cheri); his special daughter, Annie Cronce, all of Algonac; ten grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; his sisters, Mary Farver, Dorothy Bolton of California and Geraldine (Robert) Abel of Warren; his brother, Richard Beatty of Nevada; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, John D. and Dela (Busha) Beatty; his daughter, Judith Creameans in 1995; and his brothers, Thomas, Fred, Robert and James. Funeral services will be at 2:30 p.m. Monday, May 1, 2000, in Gilbert Funeral Home, Algonac. Father Douglas Bignall of St. Catherines Catholic Church will officiate. Burial will be in St. Catherines Cemetery. Visitation will be 1 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. today."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 30-APR-2000

Mrs. Daniel Beauchamp
"Marine City - The funeral services of Mrs. Daniel Beauchamp of Merrill's who died on Sunday evening will be held Wednesday at 3 o'clock at the schoolhouse, near Smith's cemetery, in the vicinity of Mrs. Beauchamp's old home. Mrs. Beauchamp who was ?9 years old, had been ill for several weeks suffering from a stroke of paralysis and during that time has been most devotedly cared for by her daughter, Mrs. Bert and Mrs. Robert Beauchamp. She leaves three sons, Robert, Bert and Daniel, also two brothers Robert Campbell of Chicago and Merlin Campbell of this place and one sister Mrs. Celestia Butterfield."
Source: Times Herald, Tuesday, 12-AUG-1913, p 10
Submitted by Elaine Lindow-Wagner

Violet Beauton
"Port Huron - Violet Beauton, 103, died Wednesday, Oct. 20, 1999. Survived by nephew, Keith Stoner, and nieces, Shirley White, Dorothy Rowe, Betty Kipp, Ann Mandeville and Gayle Meadows. Arrangements by Pollock-Randall Funeral Home are incomplete."
Source: Times Herald, Thursday, 21-OCT-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Margaret Kliemann Beauvais
"East China Twp. - Margaret Kliemann Beauvais, our mother and friend, peacefully left this life to join her oldest son, Edward, on Sunday, Dec. 19, 1999. She was born in Wallaceburg, Ontario, on Jan. 6, 1911. She came to the United States at the age of 12 with her parents, Anne and George LaMarsh. She is the mother of Kenneth (Chris) Kliemann of St. Clair, Margaret (Bill) Cedar of St. Clair and Katherine (Arnold) Muehleisen of Marine City. Also surviving are her brother, William LaMarsh of Port Huron; 21 grandchildren; 45 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son, Edward; her husband, Edward; three great-grandchildren; her parents; and three sisters, Nora Brady, Beatrice Hamilton and Kathleen Cullen. She was married to the late Harry Hayden of St. Clair for 10 years. Even though they divorced, he remained in her heart as one of her best friends. On Feb. 10, 1975, she married Andrew Beauvais. They were happily married until Andy died in October 1996. Margaret's first job, after her husband Edward's death, was as a waitress at Henry's Restaurant in Algonac when it was little more than a hamburger bar with a gas station. She was later employed by the Detroit Gasket Co. in Marine City, where she worked for more than 30 years. Margaret was active in several service clubs including the Amici Club, Daughters of lsabella and the VFW Auxiliary. When she was younger, she loved to bowl, crochet and garden. She was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church. Services are Thursday at 9:30 a.m. in the Bower-Rose Funeral Home, Marine City, followed by a 10 a.m. Mass in Holy Cross Catholic Church. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Visiting in the funeral home is 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today. A rosary will be prayed at 7:30 p.m. and a Daughters of Isabella rosary will be prayed at 2:30 p.m. today. Her grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Memorials may be made to the Holy Cross Activities Center."
Source: Times Herald, Wednesday, 22-DEC-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Mary Elizabeth Beeler, 61, posted 03-JAN-2001.

Lucille Beem
"In loving memory of Lucille Beem who passed away January 13th, 1999. All the days since she's been gone have been lonely, but today is the saddest, for on this one 1 year ago she passed away; left us grieving for her presence in a home the ne'er will see her passing through its rooms again except in memory. Sadly missed by hisband; John & sons; John William, Gary & Jeff."
Source: Times Herald, Thursday, 13-JAN-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Livinia C. Beese, 91, posted 11-FEB-2001.

Agnes Bell
"Funeral services for Mrs. Omar Bell, 52, were held Thursday morning at 9:30 in St. Mary’s Catholic church. Rev. Fr. Edward J. Kromenaker, pastor, officiated. Interment was in St. Mary’s cemetery. Mrs. Bell, who died in her home on the State Road Monday, was born June 1, 1886 in St. Clair township. She was the former Mrs. Agnes Wuest, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Wuest. Besides her husband and parents, she is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Clarence Westrick, St. Clair, Hazel and June Bell, both at home, four sisters, Mrs. Louis Zimmer, Mrs. James Shinski,both of St. Clair, Mrs. James L. Blain, St. Ignace, Mich., and Mrs. Ross Mellon, New Hartford, N.Y.; four brothers, William Wuest, St. Clair, Erwin Wuest, Detroit; Charles Wuest, Chicago, and Roy Wuest, Toledo; and three grandchildren, all of St. Clair."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Catherine Bell
"St. Clair, May 27 - Mrs. Catherine Bell, about 90, widow of John Bell and daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Michael Kelly, died today at a nursing home after a year’s illness. Mr. and Mrs. Bell lived on a farm on State road near St. Clair until Mr. Bell’s death about 15 years ago. Since then she lived with Mrs. Mary Gleason, and her brother, the late Sheridan Gleason, on their farm home on Bartlett road. She is survived by four nieces, Mrs. Ralph Langell and Mrs. O’Dell Williams, both of St. Clair; Mrs. Jack Gardiner, Waltham, Mass., and Mrs. Archie Labo, River Rouge; six nephews, Clarence Kelly and Fred Kelly, St. Clair and Al Rodier, Thomas Austin, Sherwood Kuhnlien and Jack Minter, all of Detroit. Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Monday at the T. R. Bower funeral home and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic church with Rev. Harold J. Kreucher, assistant pastor, officiating. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Rosary devotions will be at 8 p.m. Saturday."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Charles Henry Bell, 86, posted 30-JAN-2001.

Frances E. Bell, 95
"Sandusky - Frances E. Bell, 95, died Thursday, April 20, 2000. Survived by daughter, Janice Smilay. Services: 1 p.m. Saturday, Pomeroy Funeral Home, Carsonville. Visiting: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 23-APR-2000

Mary Bell, posted 06-FEB-2001.

Gerald H. "Jerry" Bellinger, 84, posted 04-JAN-2001.

Babet Bendit
"St. Clair mourns the loss of one of its oldest and most estimable residents in the death of Mrs. Babet Bendit, Sunday. The deceased, whose maiden name was Babet Vorhous, was born Mar. 17, 1815, at Fuerth, Bavaria and when 25 years of age became Mrs. Solomon Bendit with whom she came to this country in 1840. For a time the young couple made their home in New York city, then in Detroit and finally 37 years ago moved to St. Clair where they have since resided. In her life Mrs. Bendit was of a modest, retiring, religious disposition, fond of her home and was a devoted mother with a very charitable heart who found pleasure in looking after the welfare of others. She was at one time a member of the Eastern Star and the ladies of this order as a testimonial of their esteem sent to her funeral a beautiful symbolic five colored floral star. In addition to this many floral and other tributes of respect were received by the family and a number of friends from Port Huron, Sarnia and Omaha were present at the last sad rites to this noble woman. The remains were interred Tuesday in the Woodmere cemetery, Detroit, Rabbi Kroneman delivering an excellent and appropriate discourse and paying a beautiful tribute to the worth and character of the deceased. The family desire to return their thanks to the numerous friends who so kindly aided them in caring for Mrs. Bendit during her last illness and whose many acts of attention alleviated so far as possible the sorrow of what must be necessarily a sad occasion."
Source: St. Clair Historical Museum Collection
Submitted by Pat Love

Samuel Bendit
"Samuel Bendit was born in New York city, April 17, 1841 and his parents removed to Detroit in 1844 where he became a member of the Capitol school, remaining there until April, 1854, when on the removal of his parents to St. Clair he was sent to New York city to attend a private school and remained there for a year, coming to St. Clair in 1855. After attending the public schools here for a short time he was sent to the Romeo Academy at Romeo, a school which at that time had quite a noted reputation. He remained there about a year and then took a position in his father's store, becoming a partner in the firm in 1860, the firm name changing to Bendit, Schornstein & Co. Young Bendit was always popular and when twenty-one years of age accepted an invitation to become a member of Evergreen Lodge, and afterwards united with the Blue Lodge and Chapter. He also became a member of the Knights of Pythias. He took an active interest in all matters of a public nature and especially urged the importance of having a steam fire engine here which owing doubtless largely to his efforts was purchased by the city and as a mark of appreciation he was elected chief engineer of the Fire Department. He served as alderman for two or three terms, a part of the time filling the position of acting mayor. On the 19th of July, 1864, he was married to Miss Regina Hirschmann, daughter of Louis J. Hirschmann, of Detroit. He continued to reside in St. Clair, and take an active part in the business here until 1876 when he accepted a position with the Great Western and Grand Trunk Railways at Detroit, and moved to that city. In 1884 he had a stroke of paralysis and although he appeared to recover from it, there is no doubt that this was the beginning of an illness which soon rendered him an invalid so that for the last five years he has been unable to attend to business and latterly he has been confined to the house. His death occurred on Tuesday morning and he leaves a devoted father and an equally devoted wife and daughter to mourn his loss. His remains will be taken from the house to the depot this morning with Masonic services, and they will then be taken to Detroit to be laid to rest in the family lot in Woodmere Cemetery where the services will be conducted by Rabbi Grossman. The family in this hour of affliction have the hearty sympathy of their many friends who mourn the sad blow which took from the community one of its number who previous to his illness had shown unusual ability both as a businessman, and in his public and social relations. A number of friends and neighbors met at the late home of Mr. Samuel Bendit Thursday morning, where, after the Masonic services at 7:30 a.m., a delegation of masons accompanied the remains to Detroit, where they were met at the depot by the Ashley Lodge Masons, which escorted their departed brother, to the family lot at Woodmere, where he was laid to rest, with their beautiful and impressive rites, Dr. L. Grossman also reading a prayer, and making a few touching remarks. Mr. Joseph Jacobi, Mr. and Mrs. Alex, Jacobi, Mr. and Mrs. Jake Jacobi of Port Huron, Mr. and Mrs. A. Suhler, Sarnia, Mr. and Mrs. Alex Jacobi of Mt. Clemens, met at Lenox, and accompanied the family to Detroit, where at the depot, Mrs. and Mrs. Herman H. Heineman of Milwaukee, Mr. L. Herman of Cleveland, and besides the immediate relatives living in Detroit, a great many friends awaited and escorted the funeral cortege to Woodmere. Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Heineman, the later a sister of Mrs. Sam. Bendit, returned with the family and remained here until Saturday. - We hereby tender our heartfelt thanks to our friends, and also the members of the Masonic Lodge, for the kind acts and sympathy shown us during our long and great affliction. - Solomon Bendit, Regina Bendit, Cora M. Bendit."
Source: St. Clair Historical Museum Collection
Submitted by Pat Love

John W. Benline
"John W. Benline Dies, Was Sick Only Two Days - John W. Benline, 60, for many years proprietor of the old German gardens at Eleventh and White streets, died early Thursday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Edwin C. McLane, 840 Oak Street. Mr. Benline was well known as the proprietor of the gardens. Death resulted from stomach illness and followed a short illness of two days. Since retiring from the management of the gardens, Mr. Benline has been employed by the D. U. R. in the Port Huron city service. Mr. Benline is survived by his daughter, his mother, Mrs. Barbara Benline and three sisters, Mrs. Frank Minne and Mrs. Sherwood Abby of St. Clair and Mrs. Fred Kresin, 1928 Eighth Street, Port Huron. Funeral service will be held at the residence of Mrs. McLane at 3 p.m. Saturday. On account of illness in the family, the services will be private. Burial will be in Lakeside cemetery."
Source: Times Herald, Thursday, 16-NOV-1922
Submitted by Barbara.

Pauline Benline
"Pauline, wife of John Benline, died at the hospital this morning, aged 35 years. The funeral will be held from the residence, corner Eighth and Griswold Streets, at 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon. Burial at Lakeside. She leaves a husband and one daughter."
Source: P.H. Daily Times, Monday, 13-JUL-1908
Submitted by Barbara.

Capt. Bernard "Joe" Bennett, 82, posted 01-FEB-2001.

Shirley B. Berka
"Elkhart, Ind. - Mrs. Shirley B. Berka, 68, of Elkhart, Ind., formerly of Port Huron, died Dec. 18, 1999, in Elkhart General Hospital in Elkhart, Ind., after a long illness. She was born June 10, 193 1, in Sarnia, to the late Walter and Dorothy Redinond. She married John A. Berka Dec. 27, 1950, in Port Huron. Mrs. Berka graduated from Port Huron High School and St. Clair Community College. She attended Eastern Michigan University. She was past president of the Junior Chamber Auxilliary in Port Huron and PTA president in Denville. N.J. She taught in a one-room school in St. Clair County, and was a homemaker. Mrs. Berka is survived by her husband, John A. Berka of Elkhart, Ind.; daughter and son-in-law, John W. (Susan McKinnkey) Berka of Bloomingdale, Ill.; a daughter, Jill Berka Palmer of Orland Park, Ill.; a daughter, Janet S. Berka of New York City; five grandchildren, Scott, Christine, Kevin Berka and Derek and Troy Palmer; a brother and sister-in-law, Walter B. and Judy Redmond of Port Huron; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Barbara and Robert Baker of North Fort Myers, Fla.; and three nephews. Memorial services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday in the Jowett Funeral Home, 1634 Lapeer Ave. at 17th Street. The Rev. Daniel S. Bakay, pastor of First Baptist Church, will officiate. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery. Visitation will be 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday in Jowett Funeral Home. Memorial tributes may be made to the American Cancer Society."
Source: Times Herald, Tuesday, 21-DEC-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Frederick W. Best
Born: 14-MAY-1874, Bayham Twp, Elgin Co, Ontario
Father: Frederick Augustus Best
Mother: Jane Cascadden
Submitted by Marjean Workman.

"Best - Frederick W., died Sunday. Funeral Tuesday 11 a.m., from residence, 2804 (I think) South Boulevard. Burial Springfield, Ontario, cemetery. Care of Arthur Smith Funeral Home."
Source: Times Herald, Monday, 18-SEP-1933

Etta May Betcone
"RESIDENT HERE 36 YEARS DIES TODAY AFTER LONG ILLNESS (with her picture) - Mrs. Etta May Betcone, 77, wife of James D. Betcone, 2803 Connor street, resident of Port Huron 36 years, died this morning in her home after a long illness. Mrs. Betcone, formerly Miss Etta Smoke, was born Dec. 25, 1860 in Holly, Mich. She was married to Mr. Betcone, Feb. 22, 1880 in Holly. They moved to Port Huron in 1902. Mrs. Betcone had been an invalid about seven years. She was a member of Oakleaf Rebekah lodge, No. 113. She is survived by her husband. The remains are in the I.J. Jewell & Son funeral home. Funeral arrangements have not been completed."
Source: Times Herald, Saturday, 01-OCT-1938, p 5
Submitted by Kay Mitchell.

Irene S. Bettcher, 87, posted 01-FEB-2001.

Rudolph Beutel
“Marine City, June 2 - Funeral services for Rudolph Beutel, 75, were to be held today in the Bower and Rose funeral home. Rev. John C. Keller, pastor of St. Johns Evangelical and Reformed church, was to officiate. Burial was to be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Mr. Beutel was born Sept, 19, 1875, in Casco Township. He was a resident of this vicinity all his life. His wife died in 1934. He is survived by a son, Albert A. Beutel, Toledo, O.”
- Source: Port Huron Times Herald, Saturday, June 2, 1951
Submitted by Pat Love

Harry E. Bickley
"St. Clair - Harry E. Bickley 75, died April 5 [1983] in River District Hospital, East China Township, after a short illness. He was born April 26, 1907 in England. He married Sadie Hughes May 9, 1931, in Marine City. Mr. Bickley was a lifelong area resident and farmer. He was a member of St. Matthew's United Church of Christ, Adair. He is survived by his wife; three sons, Vern, St. Clair, Dale, Richmond, and Robert, Coarsegold, Calif.; a brother, Oliver "Jim" Bickley, Sterling Heights; nine grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Funeral services were held April 8 in St. Matthew's United Church of Christ, Adair. The Rev. Jose Malayang, pastor, officiated. Arrangements were handled by the Merlin L. Trumble Colonial Funeral Home-St. Clair Highway Chapel. Burial was in Hillside Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the church."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Isaac Biddlecomb
"Probate Order. - State of Michigan, County of St. Clair, ss. - At a session of the Probate Court for the county of St. Clair, holden at the Probate Office, in the city of St. Clair, on Monday, the 23d day of April, in the year one thousand eight hundred and sixty-six. Present - D. C. Walker, Judge of Probate. In the matter of the Estate of Jane V. Biddlecomb and William C. III Biddlecomb, minors; On reading and filing the petition, duly verified, of Isaac Biddlecomb, praying, for reason therein set forth, for license to sell certain real estate of said minors, therein described. Thereupon it is Ordered, That Monday, the 21st day of May next, at ten o'clock in the forenoon, be assigned for the hearing of said petition, and that all persons interested in said estate, are required to appear at a session of said Court, then to be holden at the Probate Office in the city of St. Clair, and show cause, if any there be why the prayer of the petition or should not be granted: And it is further Ordered, That said petitioner give notice to the persons interested in said estate, of the pendercy of said petition, and the hearing thereof, by causing a copy of this order to be published in the St. Clair Republican, a newspaper printed and circulated in said county of St. Clair, three successive weeks, previous to said day of hearing. D. C. WALKER, Judge of Probate (A true copy)."
Source: St. Clair Republican, 24-APR-1866

Emil Bidoul
"Ray Twp. - Emil Bidoul, 68, died Sunday, July 2, 2000. Survived by wife, Leona. Services: 11 a.m. Thursday, St. Mary Mystical Rose Catholic Church, Armada. Visiting: 2 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Tiffany-Young and Hauss Funeral Home, Armada, and 10:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday at the church."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 04-JUL-2000

John A. Biewer
"St. Clair - Funeral services for John A. Biewer, 53, who died Tuesday in his home, will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday in the L. C. Friederichs funeral home and 10 a.m. in St. Mary's Catholic church. Rev. Harold J. Kreucher, assistant pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Rosary devotions will be at o -p.m. today for women of the parish and 8:15 p.m. Friday for men of the parish."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Antha Bigelow
"Died. - In Port Huron, on Thursday evening about 10 o'clock, Mrs. Antha, wife of Rev. A. J. Bigelow, presiding elder of this district, of disease of the heart."
Source: St. Clair Republican, 23-JUL-1867

Dewey F. Bigelow
"Port Huron - Dewey F. Bigelow, 85, of 1222 16th St., died Saturday, June 16, 1984, in Mercy Hospital, Port Huron. He was born Oct. 28, 1898 in Barreville, Pa. He lived in Port Huron for 50 years. He married Verta I. Harms on June 19, 1928, in Pontiac. Mr. Bigelow was retired from General Motors Co. in Flint and was a retired member of the United Auto Workers Local 326, Flint. Previously he worked at Fead Knitting Mill in Port Huron. He also served in the U.S. Navy. He is a member of Colonial Woods Missionary Church. Mr. Bigelow is survived by his wife; a daughter, Karen A. Green; a son-in-law, Albert J. Green; and granddaughters, Kathy and Debra Green, all of Port Huron. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the Arthur Smith Funeral Homes-South Chapel. The Rev. William Hossler, of Colonial Woods Missionary Church, will officiate. Burial will be held in Lakeside Cemetery. Visiting hours are from 3 to 9 p.m. Monday in the funeral home. Pallbearers will be Clayton Cooley, Larry Glombowski, Ray Green, Ken Soulliere, Charles Kamendat and Edward Nelson."
Source: Times Herald, 17-JUN-1984

Elizabeth Bigger
"Mrs. Elizabeth Bigger, of 411 Clinton Avenue, St. Clair, died Thursday night, Nov. 16, after a long illness. She was born in Ontario, July 16, 1878. Her maiden name was Elizabeth Dowling. Her husband June Bigger, is a grocery store operator here. Surviving are her husband, two sisters, Mrs. Margaret Mulavy and Mrs. Harry Maull, both of Detroit and three brothers, Michael Dowling, Alpena; James and Bernard Dowling, Detroit. Remains were taken from the L. C. Friederichs and Son funeral home Sunday to Alpena. Funeral services were held Monday morning in St. Bernard's Catholic church, Alpena, with burial also in that city."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Lana M. Bigger, 39, posted 21-JAN-2001.

Michael R. Bigger
"Bree road youth, 18, takes own life by hanging - St. Clair - Michael R. Bigger, 18, of 701 Bree road, committed suicide by hanging Thursday, St. Clair police said. Bigger was found hnaging by his belt on a fence at the Little League ball field in St. Clair. He was pronounced dead at the scene by Dr. William Bowden, Marine City, a county medical examiner. Bigger was taken to the Colonial Chapel Funeral Home, St. Clair."

"St. Clair - Michael Bigger, 18, of 701 Bree Road, died Thursday. He was born April 4, 1959 in St. Clair. He was a construction worker and a member of the Marine City Knights of Columbus, Council 856. He is survived by his mother, Phyllis, St. Clair; two brothers, Burr Bigger, St. Clair and Todd Bigger, Elkton; three sisters Mrs. Kay Laird, Houston, Tex.; Mrs. Jackie Rands, St. Clair and Mrs. Sue Schweihofer, St. Clair, and several nieces and nephews. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday in the Colonial Chapel Funeral Home, 4061 St. Clair Highway, China Township, and at 2 p.m. in St. Mary's Catholic Church, St. Clair. The Rev. Karl Hubble, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery. The remains will be in the funeral home after 11 a.m. Friday. The rosary will be recited at 9 p.m. Friday."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Judith Elaine Biland
"East China Twp. - Judith Elaine Biland, age 51, of East China Twp., went to be with her Lord on Sundy, June 13, 1999. She was born in Ashtabula, Ohio on July 26, 1947 a daughter to Frederick and Emma (Tobias) Ouellette. She married Donald R. Biland in Holy Cross Catholic Church, Marine city, on November 8, 1968. Mrs. Biland was a member of Holy Cross Parish. She enjoyed reading, cooking, baking, and being with her grandchildren and other family member. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Surviving are her husband, Donald R.; children, Angela (Lance) Aures of Marine City, Candace (William) Spencer of Fair Haven, and Donald R. II of East China; grandchildren, Lauren and Colby Aures and Cameron Spencer; mother, Emma Ouellette of Marine City; brother, Frederick (Carolyn) Ouellette of Marine City; sister, Nancy (Anthony) Schweihofer of St. Clair; mother-in-law, Anna Biland of Ohio; and many nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. Services are Thursday 9:30 a.m. in the Bower-Rose Funeral Home, Marine City, followed by 10 a.m. Mass in Holy Cross Church with the Father James R. Wysocki presiding. Burial will be in Rosehill Cemetery, East China. Visiting in the funeral home is 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, with Rosary to be prayed at 7:30 p.m. Memorials may be made to Holy Cross Church or to the charity of the donor's choice."

"Age 51, of East China died June 13, 1999. Mrs. Biland was a member of Holy Cross parish. She is survived by her husband, Donald; daughters, Angela Aures of Marine City and Candace Spencer of Fair Haven; a son, Donald II of East China; her mother, Emma Ouellette of Marine City; three grandchildren; brother, Frederick Ouellette of Marine City; and a sister, Nancy Schweihofer of St. Clair; and many nieces and nephews. Services were held in Holy Cross Church, Marine City. Arrangements were made by Bower-Rose Funeral Home, Marine City. Memorials can be made to Holy Cross Church or to the charity of the donor's choice."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Frank F. Billiet
"Age 80, of Smiths Creek died Oct. 24, 1995. He was a retired aircraft machinist for Saffran Engineering and a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Moose Lodge 158 and American Legion Smiths Creek Post 535. Mr. Billiet was a U. S. Army veteran of World War II. He is survived by a son, Butch; daughters, Mary Jean, Margaret Johnson, Sylvia Carter, Fran French, Cookie Jokie and Debby Farr; a sister, Stella Hayes; 13 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and special friend, Lloyd Oliver. He was predeceased by his wife, Mary. Services were in Marysville Funeral Home with the Rev. Frank Zielinski of Holy7 Rosary Catholic Church officiating. Burial was in St. Phillip's Cemetery."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Phyllis E. Birg
"Port Huron - Phyllis E. Birg, 72, of Port Huron, formerly of Armada, died Dec. 20, 1999, in Mercy Hospital after a short illness. She was born Nov. 28, 1927, in Detroit, and had lived here for 10 years. She was married to Frank E. Birg,who died March 27, 1997. Mrs. Birg was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church. She was an avid hockey fan. Mrs. Birg is survived by two sons, Michael J. (Ruth) of Rochester Hills and James J. (Linda) of St. Clair Shores; two daughters, Susan M. (Howard) Brandt of Croswell and Karen M. (David) Makowski of Marysville; a son, Alan F. Birg of Port Huron; and grandchildren. Nicholas. Elizabeth, Andrew, Adam, Mark, Matthew and Joseph. Funeral services will he 10 a.m. Thursday in St. Mary Catholic Church. The Rev. Stanley A. Wyczawski, pastor of St. Mary Catholic Church, will officiate. Burial will be in Mount Hope Cemetery. Visiting hours will be 6 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in the Karrer-Sinipson Funeral Home and 9 a.m. until the time of service Thursday at the church. A rosary will be said at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Memorials may be made to St. Mary Catholic Church."
Source: Times Herald, Tuesday, 21-DEC-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Raymond C. Birkett
"Melvin - Raymond C. Birkett, age 74, of Melvin went to be with his Lord on Thursday, April 27, 2000. Services are at 3 p.m. Monday in Kammeraad Funeral Home, Memphis. Visiting in the funeral home is from 2 to 5 p.m. today and 2 to 3 p.m. Monday."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 30-APR-2000

John T. Biscorner, 42
Obituary listed in Times Herald, on 30-JAN-2000, p 2B

Russell D. Biscorner, Jr.
"Marine City - Russell D. Biscorner Jr., age 58, of Marine City went to be with his Lord on Thursday, Dec. 16, 1999. He was born in Marine City on Jan. 13, 1941, a son to Russell D. Biscorner Sr. and Irene R. (Smith) Biscomer. He married Joyce M. Meddaugh in Marysville on Sept. 24, 1960. Mr. Biscorner was employed by Vogel Industries, Marine City, for the past four years and previously was with Sta-Kool. He enjoyed fishing, snowmobiling and motorcross racing. Surviving are his wife, Joyce; parents, Russell Sr. and Irene; sons, David and Kenneth (Jenny), all of Marine City; daughters, Tina (Mike) Hopkins and Nancy (Tommy) Hopkins, all of Marine City; grandchildren, Michael, Eric and Nikki Hopkins and Kenny and Shelby Biscorner; sister, Janice Huber of Algonac; and brother, Wayne (Patty) of East China; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Services are on Monday at 11 a.m. in Bower-Rose Funeral Home, Marine City with The Rev. Robert Chandler officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Marine City. Visiting in the funeral home is today from 7 to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or to the charity of the donor's choice."
Source: Times Herald, Saturday, 18-DEC-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Adrian J. Bishop
"Lake Odessa - Adrian J. Bishop, 84, died Wednesday, July 10, 2002. Survived by his children. Graveside services: 4:30 p.m. today, Memphis Cemetery. Arrangements: Girrach Funeral Home, Hastings."
Source: Times Herald, Friday, 12-JUL-2002
Submitted by Cindy Ward (niece)

Elizabeth E. Bishop
"Bloomingdale - Elizabeth E. Bishop, 73, passed away Sunday, March 31, 2002, in her home. Elizabeth was born Sept. 2, 1928, in Detroit the daughter of Arthur and Esther Bishop Engler. On Oct. 7, 1949, in Covington, Ky., Elizabeth was united in marriage to Gilbert E. Bishop, who survives. Also surviving are three daughters, Lois (Verel) Bell, Kathy (Tom) Conley and Maelene Bishop; two sons, Richard (Doty) Bishop and Roland (Jackie) Bishop; daughter in law Kim Bishop; 15 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a sister Pauline. She was preceeded in death by two sons, Robert and Keith Bishop, and a brother, Arthur Engler. Elizabeth was a member of Bangor Free Methodist Church. A memorial service will be 1 p.m. Thursday in Bangor Free Methodist Chruch. Memorial contributions may be made to Bangor Free Methodist Church or Wings of Hope Hospice. Arrangements were by Adams Funeral Home Inc. in Paw Paw."
Source: Times Herald, Wednesday 03-APR-2002
Submitted by Cindy Ward (niece)

Mary Lou Bishop
"Port Huron - Mary Lou Bishop, 66, died unexpectedly Saturday, October, 22, 1994, in Hurley Medical Center in Flint. She was born June 24, 1928, in Port Huron and was a lifelong area resident. She married Roy E. Bishop Feb. 8, 1946, in Port Huron. Mrs. Bishop was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and a former member of the Legion of Mary. Her life was dedicated to her family, her husband, her children and especially her beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Roy E. Bishop of Port Huron; three daughters, Mr. & Mrs Gary (Cindy) Ward of Marysville, Chris S. Kelp of Jackson, Cathleen M. Bishop of Port Huron; a son, Mr. & Mrs. Roy M. (Vicki) Bishop of Fort Gratiot; 10 grandchildren, Julie E. Jeffrey S., Gary Jr., David E., Christopher Lou, Roy M. Jr., Amanda L., Katie Jo, Raymond Jr. and Matthew J.; two great-granddaughters, Jessica E and Jacklyn J. Haynes; her father Floyd N. Sturdevan of Port Huron; two sisters, Mr. & Mrs. Arnold (Joan) Chickonoski and Mr. & Mrs. Gerald (Nancy) Burns of Port Huron; a brother, Nelson P. Sturdevan of Port Huron; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceeded in death by her mother, Helen Marie and a brother, Floyd (Sam) Sturdevan. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday in St. Stephen Caatholic Church. The Rev. Donald Bartone will officiate. Burial will be in Mount Hope Cemetry. Mrs. Bishop's loving grandsons will serve as her pallbearers. Visiting is 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 Tuesday in the Pollock - Randall Funeral Home. A scripture wake service will be 7:30 p.m. Tuesday."
Source: Times Herald, 23-OCT-1994
Submitted by Cindy Ward (daughter)

Minnie Bishop
"Whereas, in view of the loss we have sustained by the decease of our friend and sister. Minnie Bishop, and of the still heavier loss sustained by those nearest and dearest to her, therefore be it
-Resolved. That it is but a just tribute to the memory of the departed to say that in regretting her removal from our midst we mourn for one who was in every way worthy of our respect and regard.
-Resolved. that we sincerely condole with the family of the deceased on the dispensation with which it has pleased Divine Providence to afflict them and commend them for consolation to Him who orders all things for the best and whose chastisements are meant in mercy.
-Resolved. That this heartfelt testimonial of our sympathy and sorrow be forwarded to the mother of our departed sister by the secretary of Cornell Chapter O E S and the same to be placed on on record."
Rolph Duff, Pamelia Brawt, Susie Hayward, Jennie Fischer.

"Whereas, Our Heavenly Father has removed from our midst Miss Minnie Bishop, an efficient officer and Sabbath school teacher, an earnest and active worker, who will be greatly missed by many friends and associates, be it resolved:
-the officers, teachers and scholars of the Congregational Sabbath school extend to the stricken mother and other relatives their heartfelt sympathy in their affliction. A copy of these resolutions shall be sent to the mother and the same spread on the records of the Sunday school."
Very sincerely, Joseph B. Estabrook, Rev. Ho. O. Spflman, Emeline Jenks Crampton.

"Mrs. M. A Bishop and relatives desire to return their sincere thanks to the many friends who by innumerable acts of kindness aided in the care and funeral obsequies of their loved one."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Robert Henry Bishop
"Yale - Robert H. Bishop, 80, of 204 Kennefic Street, Yale, died Monday in Yale Medical Care Center. Mr. Bishop was born Oct 24, 1893 in Saginaw. He had lived in Yale for the last 44 years. Mr. Bishop managed grocery stores in both Yale & Lakeport until his retirement. Mr. Bishop served in the US Marines during WWI in France. While in the service he was wounded & awarded the Purple Heart. He was also awarded the Croix de Guerre & 3 battle stars. Mr. Bishop was past commander of the Yale American Legion Post #320. He was a life member of Port Huron Chapter #12, DAV. He was also past commander of the Port Huron Marine Corp League. He married Ella M. Ward, Mar 4, 1921, at Cass City. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 1971. He is survived by his widow, 3 daughters, Mrs. Arlene VanNorman, Lakeport, Mrs. Eilene Burke, Hillman, MI., & Mrs. Alberta Kane, Alpena, 11 grandchildren; a brother, Cecil Bishop, Prudenville, MI.; & 3 sisters, Mrs. Pearl Tobias, Flint, MI.; Mrs. Mirl Hemingway, Otter Lake, MI., & Mrs. Gladys Yeoman, Lapeer, MI. Funeral services will be held at 3:30 pm Wednesday in Kaatz Funeral Home. Rev. Clinton J. Ball, retired United Methodist minister from Port Huron will officiate. Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery, Yale. A gravesite military rite will be conducted by American Legion Post #320 Yale."
Source: Times Herald, 25-??? or 26-???-1974

Elmwood Cemetery listing: (Was read about 1980)
Bishop, Ella M. 1901 -
Bishop, Robert H. 1893-1974
Submitted by Bobbi.

Roy Edwin Bishop
"Port Huron - Mr. Roy Edwin Bishop, 73, of Port Huron died Monday, March 8, 1999 in Mercy Hospital. He was born August 10, 1925 in Emmett and was a life long area resident. He married Mary Lou Sturdevan on Feb. 8, 1946 in Port Huron. She died October 22, 1994. Mr. Bishop retired from Mortimers & Sons Lumber Co. He served in the U. S. Navy during WWII and was a member of Disabled American Veterans Chapter #12 and Teamsters Local 339. He also enjoyed bowling. He is survived by three daughters, Mr. & Mrs. Gary (Cindy) Ward of Marysville, Christine Kelp of Jackson & Cathleen Bishop & Fiance Tracy Mawer of Mt. Vernon, Ohio; a son Mr. & Mrs. Roy (Vicki) Bishop of Port Huron; grandchildren, Julie (Tom) Gauthier, Jeff Ferrier, Gary Ward, Jr., David & Christopher Kelp, Katie Jo, Raymond & Matthew McTaggart, Roy (Rachel) Bishop and Amanda Bishop; two great granddaughters, Jessica & Jacklyn Haynes; nine brothers Adrain Bishop, Wilbur (Shirley) Bishop, Gilbert (Elizabeth) Bishop, Dale (Mary) Bisshop, Elwin (Vivian) Bishop, Wendell (Marian) Bishop, Howard (Julia) Bishop, Paul (Betty) Bishop and Phillip (Joyce) Bishop, five sisters, Irene Bishop, Shirley Bishop, Eliza Bishop, Velma (Don) Fitzgerald and Leatha Bishop; and many Nieces and Nephews. He was preceeded in death by two brothers, Robert & Albert Bishop; and his parents Adrian & Mildred Bishop. Visitation will be Tuesday, March 9, 1999 from 7 to 9 p.m. and Wednesday 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. in the Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. A Scripture service will be held on Wednesday at 7 p.m. The Funeral Liturgy begins at 9 a.m. on Thursday March 11, 1999 in Pollack-Randall Funeral Home, with procession to St. Stephen Catholic Church for the funeral mass at 10 a.m. The Reverend David Lesniak will officiate. The Rite of Committal will follow in Mount Hope Cemetery, Port Huron. Mr. Bishop's grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Graveside Military Honors will be under the auspices of St. Clair County Allied Veteran Council. Memorials may be made to the American Lung Association."
Source: Times Herald, 09 & 10-MAR-1999
Submitted by Cindy Ward (daughter)

Ruth Naomi Bishop
"Westland - Services for Ruth Naomi Bishop, 93, of Westland will be Wednesday, July 5, 2000, from St. Theodore church. She passed away June 30, 2000, in Paul Oliver Hospital in Frankfort. She was born Oct. 18, 1906, in Prairie DuChien, Wis. She was a supervisor for the housekeeping staff at the YMCA. Survivors include her daughter, Judith L. Rondeau; her sons, Robert (Shirley) and William (Lawrene); 19 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Buford (Elinor), and daughter, Rene (Eugene) Jakubiak. Arrangements are by the Griffin Funeral Home, Westland."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 04-JUL-2000

Macie Black, 85, posted 22-FEB-2001.

William W. Black
"William W. Black, aged 35 years, died at his home, 1918 Seventh street, at noon today, of consumption. The funeral will be held from the house on Monday at 2 o'clock."
Source: P.H. Daily Times, 11-MAR-1893

Christopher "Chris" William Blackburn, 15, posted 03-JAN-2001.

Suzanne Bladis, 84
Obituary listed in Times Herald, on 06-FEB-2000, p 2B

William Blain
"St. Clair, April 15 - William Blain, 93, a resident of St. Clair more than 60 years, died Tuesday in Amra Nursing home, St. Clair. Mr. Blain was born in Canada, Feb. 17, 1860 and came to Oscoda with his parent s as a small boy. A teamster, Mr. Blain hauled logs to the Oscoda river during the lumbering days and, after moving to St. Clair, drove teams for the Great Lakes Engineering company at their now defunct shipyard here, and for the Diamond Crystal Salt company. He then conducted a transfer business under his own name for a number of years before his retirement. He made his home with a son, Clarence W. Blain, 606 North Fifth street, St. Clair. He is survived by another son, Capt. Lawrence Blain, St. Ignace; two daughters, Mrs. Edwin O. Heythaler, St. Clair, and Mrs. Walter Meiselbach, Detroit; 15 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Remains are in the L. C. Friederichs and Son funeral home where Rosary devotions will be conducted at 8 p.m. Wednesday by the Rosary society of St. Mary's Catholic church and the daughters of Isabella, and at 8 p.m. Thursday by the Knights of Columbus and men of the parish. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday in the funeral home and at 10 a.m. in St. Mary's church with Rev. Edward J. Kromenaker, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Diane Blake
"My friend Diane Blake My guardian Angel, two years ago today (01/12/1998) God chose you remembering Our happy and sad times, always wondering why there weren't more times. I miss you. Love, Sandi XOXO"
Source: Times Herald, Wednesday, 12-JAN-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

John L. Blake, 78
"Richmond - John L. Blake, 78, died Friday, May 12, 2000. Survived by wife, Mary Ann. Services: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Rewalt Funeral Home. Visiting: 3:30 to 9 p.m. Monday."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 14-MAY-2000

Charles F. Blanchard, 75, posted 28-FEB-2001.

Harland G. "Harley" Blanchard
"St. Clair - Harland G. "Harley" Blanchard, 80, died Monday, May 1, 1995. He was born Oct. 4, 1914 in St. Clair. He married Betty Aldrich on Nov. 9, 1940 in St. Clair. Mr. Blanchard worked for Mueller Brass Company for 33 years retiring in 1980. He was a lifetime member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church and he graduated from St. Clair High School in 1934. He is survived by his wife, Betty; his son, Robert Blanchard of Columbus, Ohio; two daughters, Barbara (Franklin) Dodea of St. Clair, and Brenda (Karl) Miller of Port Huron; grandchildren, Michael, David, Traci, Janie, Scott, and Thomas; great-grandchildren, Jennifer, Thomas, Michael, Bethany, Katie, Scott, and Brooklyn; and a sister, Ruth Mitchell of St. Clair. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Mildred; a brother, Gerorge Jr.; and a sister, Audrey Richert. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday in L. C. Friederichs & Son Funeral home, The Rev. Susan Clark will officiate. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery. Visiting will be 2 to 9 p.m. today. Memorials may be made to the Blue water Hospice and Mercy Hospital of Port Huron."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Roxie Blanchard
"Port Huron - Mrs. Roxie Blanchard, 70, of Port Huron, died Monday, Oct. 11, 1999 in Port Huron Hospital. She was born Oct. 28, 1928 in Collierville, Tenn. to the late Oliver and Julie (Robinson) Bonner Sr. She married Joseph E. B I anchard Aug. 4, 1967 in Toledo, Ohio. He died Oct. 1, 1984. Mrs. Blanchard was a member of Mount Olive Baptist Church and a former member of the Usher Board. She was a caregiver to many children and loved them dearly. She is survived by a brother, Oliver Bonner Jr. of Port Huron; two half brothers, Vance Bonner of Collierville, Tenn. and Charlie Bonner of Kansas City; her mother-in-law, Eunice Roberts; three sisters-in-law, Beulah Gill, Ruby Washington and Yvonne Malachi; a great-aunt, Dana Thornpson; many nieces and nephews including Mattie Weaver, Robert and Edward Bonnerand Mr. and Mrs. James (Maggie) White; several great-nieces and great-nephews including, Julia Lashan and Mario Atonine White; a cousin. Mr. and Mrs. Leroy (Clotilde) Robinson of Niagara Falls; and many friends, including special friends, JanEaster Miller. Joyce Kidd, Nancy Kuecken and Barbara McClarty. Visitation will be 7 to 9 p.m. Friday in Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 16, 1999, in Mount Olive Baptist Church. The Rev. Ben McClinton will officiate. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Port Huron."
Source: Times Herald, Thursday, 14-OCT-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Christopher A. Blatt
"Fort Gratiot Twp. - Christopher A. Blatt, 89, of Fort Gratiot Township died Thursday, June 2, 2000. He was born Sept. 27, 1910, in Flynn Township, Sanilac County, to the late Christopher W. and Janet "Nettie" (Murray) Blatt. He married Louise Victoria Klaus on September 3, 1932. She died June 8, 1993. Mr. Blatt was a graduate of Michigan State Normal College at Ypsilanti and taught school in Michigan for 42 years, 12 in Sanilac County and 30 years in the Port Huron Area School District. He was a member of the St. Clair County Teachers Credit Union, now Educational & Associates Credit Union, for more than 35 years. He served on the board of directors for 30 years and ten years as president. He was an active member of the Blue Water Free Methodist Church. Mr. Blatt enjoyed gardening. He is survived by a son, Mr. and Mrs. Dwight (Velma) Blatt of Fort Gratiot; three daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph (Mary Ann) Westbrook of Smiths Creek, Mr. and Mrs. Robert (Ruth) Stone of Birmingham, Ala., and Mr. and Mrs. William (Janet) Wurzel of Berrien Center; eleven grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren and a great-great-granddaughter; special friend, Eleanor Frasier; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, June 5, 2000, in Pollock-Randall Funeral Home, Port Huron. The Rev. E. Lynn Myers of Blue Water Free Methodist Church will officiate. Burial will be in Omard Cemetery, Flynn Township. Mr. Blatt's grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Memorials may be made to Blue Water Free Methodist Church."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 04-JUN-2000

Fern J. Blauman, 102
"Capac - Fern J. Blauman, 102, died Saturday, Aug. 12, 2000. Survived by three daughters-in-law. Services: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Kaatz Funeral Directors. Visiting: 2 to 8 p.m. Monday."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 13-AUG-2000

Velma LeRoux Bleau, 82, posted 06-FEB-2001.

Marjorie J. Bliss
"Cass City - Marjorie J. Bliss, 77, died Saturday, Jan. 15, 2000. Survived by husband, William. Services: 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, St. Pancratius Catholic Church. Visiting: 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, Kranz Funeral Home, and 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at the church."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 16-JAN-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Earl A. Block
"Richmond - Earl A. Block, 69, of 7735 Gratiot, died unexpectedly Thursday in Port Huron Hospital. He was born June 4, 1904, in Detroit. He and Cecelia Nowosad, Hamtramck, were married June3, 1933. Block retired in 1969 from Chris-Craft Corporation, Algonac, where he worked for 37 years. He is survived by his widow; a son, Earl Block, Richmond; five daughters, Mrs. Geraldine Mayhew, Mrs. Juanita Dandron and Mrs. Caroline Patterson, all of St. Clair, Mrs. Bertha Dandron, Kingston, and Mrs. Georgina Ketelhut, Culpepper, VA.,; 20 grandchildren and a great grandchild; a sister, Mrs. Margaret Harsch, Richmond, and a brother, John Block, Brighton. The remains will be in St. Clair Highway Colonial Chapel Funeral Home, St. Clair, after 3 p.m. Saturday. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday in the funeral home. Rev. Jerry Sisson, pastor of First Baptist Church, St. Clair, will officiate. Burial will be in Kittredge Cemetery, Snyderville. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church building fund."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Edward L. Bloomfield
"Edward L. Bloomfield, 62, died Thursday, Jan. 20, 2000. Survived by wife, Brenda. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements: Jowett Funeral Home, Port Huron."
Source: Times Herald, Monday, 24-JAN-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Mildred Blumer
"St. Clair - Mildred A. Blumer, 87, formerly of St. Clair, died Saturday, Jan. 15, 2000, in Lapeer General Hospital. She was born Sept. 12, 1912. She married Fred Blumer on Dec. 24, 1935. He died March 30, 1986. Mildred is survived by five sons, Wayne (Joy), David (Darlene), Larry (Rhoda), Paul (Lisa) and Roger (Ruth); 18 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; and a sister, Grace (Glenn) Peterson. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Dan and Roland. Visitation is from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the L.C. Friederichs and Son Funeral Home, St. Clair. Funeral services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery, St. Clair. Memorials may be made to Flint Crisis Pregnancy Service."
Source: Times Herald, Monday, 17-JAN-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Stephen Bodin
"Stephen Bodin who has worked as a ship-carpenter in St. Clair for the last thirty years died of consumption after a lingering illness on Monday aged fifty-six years. The funeral services were held at the Catholic church yesterday morning."
Source: St. Clair Historical Museum Collection
Submitted by Pat Love

George Boeckman
"George Boeckman, son of Chas. Boeckman, died Monday morning, Dec. 12, at 5:30 o'clock, at his parents home, from that dread disease which has taken from us a large number of our young people. He was born in this city, Dec. 15, 1873, and with the exception of a short time spent in Detroit learning the barber's trade, he had always remained with his parents. Shortly after his return from Detroit he accepted a position in G. Strauss & Son's grocery store, where he remained until last August when he was unable to work longer, and gradually grew worse and although he was confined to his bed but one day he suffered much pain. His funeral was held in the Lutheran church, Wednesday, Dec. 14, and was largely attended by his former school-mates and friends, Rev. H. W. Schroeder officiating. Mr. and Mrs. Boeckman desire to express their heartfelt thanks to the many friends and neighbors, who so kindly assisted during the illness and after the death of their beloved son."
Source: St. Clair Historical Museum Collection
Submitted by Pat Love

Jack D. Boegner
"Marlette - John (Jack) David Boegner, age 72, of Marlette died Friday, June 23, 2000, in his home on Germania Road, Marlette. Jack was born to the late William and Lillian Boegner of Marlette on Oct. 14, 1927. He graduated from Marlette Community High School in 1945. Jack was a lifetime member of the Hope Lutheran Church. He was also a member of the Union 76 Gas Station board from 1970 to 1977, and served as chairman of the board. He was a member of Michigan Artificial Breeder Cooperation and sales representative for Trogan-Dekalb-Monsanto. Jack was the beloved husband and is survived by Patricia Aileen (Hall) Boegner. They were joined in marriage on May 8, 1954. His parents, William and Lillian (Fahning) Boegner, and his daughter, Jacqueline K. Boegner, preceded him in death. Jack is survived by his children, John (Laurie) Boegner of Marlette, Aileen (Rich) Thorne of Hartford, Wis., Renee K. Boegner of Marlette, Darcy (Rob Kowalewski) Boegner of Sterling Heights and Jill M. Boegner of Alexandria, Va. Jack was the proud grandfather of Christopher, Derek, Josh and Trent Boegner, A.J., Jeremy and Sheilah Parker, Micol Thorne, Tylar Kowalewski; and great-grandfather of Trey M. Parker-Brown. Surviving brothers and sisters are William Boegner of Port Huron, Catherine Boegner of Dillon, Mont., Ruth Pepper of Kanab, Utah, Ilene Buby of Dearborn, Olive Huebel of Oscoda, Lillian Chard of Decker, Jean Mason of National City and Neda Hoffman of Caro; and many nieces and nephews. Jack was an avid motorcycle enthusiast for many years and a founding member of the Lucy Thumb Motorcycle Club. Later in life his enthusiasm became games of poker with family and friends. He was a successful farmer, and a wonderful husband and father. He was loved by all whose lives he touched. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Monday, June 26, 2000, at Hope Lutheran Church, 2510 Juhl Rd. Marlette. Memorial contributions are suggested for Hope Lutheran Church or United Hospice Services of Marlette. Arrangements are by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 25-JUN-2000, p 2B

Virginia L. Boehm
"Port Huron - Virginia L. Boehm died Friday, Jan. 7, 2000. Survived by husband, Harold. Visiting: 6 to 8 p.m. Monday in the funeral home. Arrangements by Jowett Funeral Home are incomplete."
Source: Times Herald, Saturday, 08-JAN-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Shirley Boerckel
"Port Huron - Mrs. Shirley Boerckel, 95, of Port Huron, died in her residence Tuesday, Oct. 19, 1999. She was born July 3, 1904 on Pelee Island, Ontario, to the late Huldah and George Vander Dasson. After her marriage to Louis Boerckel in 1920, she moved to New York City. She lived in New York until 1984, when she moved to Port Huron. Mrs. Boerckel was a homemaker her entire life and, while living in Port Huron. belonged to the Golden Agers. Mrs. Boerckel is survived by her daughter, Marilyn Boyce of Port Huron: a granddaughter, Mr. and Mrs. William (Pamela) Watt of Port Huron; two great granddaughters, Mr. and Mrs. Scott (Melissa) Fleet and Stephanie Watt; and two great great granddaughters, Courtney and Allie Fleet. She was preceded in death by a brother, William Vander Dasson, in May 1944 in the Canadian Air Force; and two sisters, Ardell Vander Dasson and Juanita Sumja. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 23, 1999, in Pollock-Randall Funeral Home, Port Huron. Dr. Richard D. Lobb will officiate. Memorials may be made to the Salvation Army."
Source: Times Herald, Thursday, 21-OCT-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Vanden Boeynants, 81, posted 10-JAN-2001.

Dr. James H. Bogan
"Word was received Wednesday of the death of Dr. James H. Bogan at Mackinac Island Tuesday night. Dr. Bogan was a resident of both Mackinac Island and Detroit and practiced in both communities. While in Detroit he lived at 96 Woodland Ave. Dr. Bogan was born May 17, 1867, at Mackinac Island. He was graduated by the University of Michigan in 1892 and later studied at the New York Polyclinic Post-Graduate School. He was a member of the Wayne County and the American Medical Associations. He leaves his wife, Katharine Nash Bogan; two daughters, Eleanor M. and Dorothy L. Bogan, and a son James J. Bogan, all of Detroit; another son, Lieut. Commander Gerald F. Bogan, attached to the U.S.S. Lexington, Long Beach, Calif., a sister, Mrs. John S. Doud, of Mackinac Island; three brothers, Dr. William J. Bogan of Chicago; Peter R. Bogan, of Mackinac Island and John R. Bogan, of Detroit, and a half brother, Edward H. Corrigan, of Chicago. Funeral services will be held in St. Anne's Church, Mackinac Island, Saturday morning. Burial will be on Mackinac Island."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Matilda M. Boges
"Mrs. Matilda M. Boges, 61, resident of Port Huron two years, died unexpectedly Thursday in the home of her sister, Mrs. Anna M. Cunningham, 832 Griswold street. Mrs. Boges was born in Port Huron Sept. 26, 1880. She is survived by her sister and a brother, William B. Kessel, Port Huron. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday in St. Joseph's Catholic church. Very Rev. Dean Thomas A. Connell, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in Mt. Hope cemetery. The remains are in the B. J. Karrer funeral home where members of the Christian Mothers society of St. Joseph's church, of which Mrs. Boges was a member, will meet at 7:30 p.m. today to recite the rosary."
Source: Times Herald, Friday, 02-JAN-1942

Ruth Bolone
"Armada Twp. - Ruth Bolone, 70, died Monday, Oct. 18, 1999. Survived by children, Vincent Jr., Joseph, Fred, Paul and John, Marianne Thomas and Carol Walker. Services: 10 a.m. Thursday, St. Mary Mystical Rose Catholic Church. Visiting: 1 to 9 p.m. today. Arrangements by Tiffany-Young and Hauss Funeral Home."
Source: Times Herald, Wednesday, 20-OCT-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Marguerite M. Spencer Bolton
"Port Huron - Marguerite M. Spencer Bolton, 92, of Port Huron, formerly of Capac, died Wednesday, Dec. 29, 1999. She was born June 9, 1907, in Port Huron to the late Henry and Bertha Seiwert Lemp. She married Donald G. Spencer Sr. in 1925 in Port Huron. He died Feb. 19, 1941. She married William H. Bolton on Oct. 11, 1947, in Bowling Green, Ohio. He died Dec. 25, 1986. She was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ and a life member of the Order of Eastern Star. She retired in 1956 from Prestolite Wire Co. after 21 years of service. She is survived by a son, Mr. and Mrs. Donald G. (Dorothy) Spencer Jr.; a granddaughter, Mr. and Mrs. James (Patricia) Barron, all of Peck; two great grandchildren, Stephen R. Parker of Sandusky and Mrs. Shelley R. (Pete) Bullis of Yale; two step great grandchildren, Tony Barron of Yale and Nicole Barron of Jackson; two great great grandchildren, Chase and Kylie Bullis of Yale; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Monna J. Robinson, on Jan. 22, 1999, and two sisters, Hazel McNeice and Anita Barr. Visitation will be 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday in Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 3, 2000, in St. John's United Church of Christ, Port Huron. Larry Miller will officiate. Burial will be in Capac Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. John's United Church of Christ."
Source: Times Herald, Saturday, 01-JAN-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Donald W. Boman
"Rev. Freeman A. Brunson, pastor of the Church of the Nazarene, officiated at funeral services today in the Arthur E. Smith funeral home for Donald W. Boman, six months-old son of Mr. and Mrs. George Boman, Streeter drive, Fort Gratiot township, who died Tuesday in Port Huron hospital. Burial was in Lakeside cemetery."
Source: Times Herald, 19-MAR-1942
Submitted by Patricia Forte.

George W. Boman (1952)
"George W. Boman, 81, retired mechanic and farmer, Port Huron resident some 30 years, died today in his home, 803 LaSalle boulevard, after a long illness. A native of Edenville, Mich. Mr. Boman was born May 11, 1871. He and Louise Catherman of St. Clair were married Dec. 3, 1890. Mr. and Mrs. Bowman last year observed their sixty-first wedding anniversary. More than 30 of their children, grandchildren and great grandchildren attended. The couple lived most of their married life in the Port Huron area. Mr. Boman served 18 years as a mechanic in the former George Yokum automobile garage here, retiring to take up farming. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Louise Bowman, and four sons, Floyd C., Vere C. George W. Jr. and Nomar D. Boman, all of Port Huron; a daughter, Mrs. Frank Zimmerman, Pontiac; 25 grandchildren 26 great grandchildren; three bothers, John and Guy Boman, Edenville, and Fred Boman, Gladwin, Mich.; a sister, Mrs. Myrtle Taylor, Gladwin, and several nieces and nephews. Another grandson, Claude Boman, was killed in an automobile accident May 22 on US-25A north of Port Huron. Funeral services will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Thursday in the Arthur Smith funeral home. Rev. Harold J. Salmon, pastor of Gratiot Park Methodist church, will officiate. Burial will be in Kittridge Cemetery, Snyderville. The remains are in the funeral home."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

George W. Boman (1966)
"Funeral services for George W. Boman, 65, of 3174 Streeter Drive, who died Thursday, will be conducted at 1 p.m. Monday in Pollock-Jowett Funeral Home. Rev. H. E. Goldsboro, pastor of Free Methodist Church, will officiate. Robert Streeter, Donald Cheeseman, Lawrence R. Graves, Michael Reynold, Gilbert F. McCallum and Harold W. Lester will be pallbearers. Burial will be in Sunset Memorial Garden."
Source: Times Herald, Saturday, 21-MAY-1966
Submitted by Patricia Forte.

Laura Mae Boman
"Baby's Funeral Sunday - Funeral services for Laura Mae Boman, six months, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Boman who died Friday afternoon in the family residence, Fort Gratiot township, will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday in the Arthur E. Smith funeral home."
Source: Times Herald, 10-JAN-1931
Submitted by Patricia Forte.

Helen M. Bond
"Marysville - Helen Marie Bond, 88, of Marysville died Friday, May 12, 2000, in her daughter's home after a brief illness. She was born Nov. 8, 1911, in Applegate to the late Jessie and Ella Ennest and had lived in Marysville since 1954. She married Howard M. Bond on March 2, 1929, in Port Huron. He died June 30, 1979. Mrs. Bond was a member of Sturges Memorial Congregational Church and the Ladies Aid. She was Supreme Grand Mistress of the Loyal Orange Lodge of Michigan and the United States and was active with the Senior Citizens of Marysville. She is survived by two daughters and a son-in-law, Mary Eagen and Betty (William) Campbell; eight grandchildren, Michael (Denise) Eagen, Pam (Dan) Jamison, Vicki (James) Smack, Eric (Julie) Campbell, Barry (Erin) Campbell, Merri (Jeff) Rieg, Charles (Jill) Campbell and Nora (Ted) Cloud; 12 great-grandchildren, Marchelle, Chad, Nathan, Holly, Candice, Ashley, Melissa, Cassandra, Sarah, Katie, Chelsi and Lindsey; a sister, Barbara Lahtinen and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two sons, Thomas in 1939 and William in 1986, and a grandson, Gregory Eagen in 1987. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, May 15, 2000, in the Marysville Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday in the Marysville Funeral Home. Burial will be in Riverlawn Cemetery. Pallbearers will be her grandchildren. Memorials may be made to Ronald McDonald House or Blue Water Hospice."
Source: Times Herald, on 14-MAY-2000

Glennora M. Booker, 75
"Naples, Fla. - Glennora M. Booker, 75, died Monday, April 3, 2000. Survived by husband, Leonard. Memorial services: 1 p.m. Monday, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, St. Clair."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 23-APR-2000

Naomi E. Booth, 81, posted 20-JAN-2001.

Dorothy A. Borgacz-Duller, 77
Obituary listed in Times Herald, Sunday, 08-MAR-1998

Emma Borntrager
"St. Clair, Feb. 5 - Mrs. Emma Borntrager, 88, widow of Peter Borntrager, died today at the home of a nephew, Justin R. McCartney, St. Clair, where she made her home. Mrs. Bortrager lived in St. Clair for the last 35 years. She was born July 31, 1865 in Highland, Mich., the daughter of the late James and Julia Blood McCartney. Mr. Bortrager was a retired St. Clair Township farmer. He died many years ago. Mrs. Borntrager was a member of Cornell chapter No. 93, OES. She is survived by several nieces and nephews, including Russell McCartney, Algonac; Mr. McCartney, Algonac; Mr. McCartney, St. Clair; Mrs. Frank Blanchard, Detroit, Mrs. Frederick L'Amoreaux, Glendale, Calif.; Ralph McCartney, Lapeer, and Maude McCartney, Jennie McCartney, St. Clair Township. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at the T. R. bower funeral home. Rev. Frank Hartley, pastor of the First Methodist church, will officiate. Burial will be in Bowman Cemetery, Yankee road."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Mary Borowski
"Mrs. Mary Borowski, 52, wife of Stephen Borowski, died Sunday morning at St. Clair Community hospital where she was removed Saturday from her home at 7602 division road. Mrs. Borowski had been in ill health for some time. Mrs. Borowski was born July 2, 1891, and has lived in this vicinity the past 13 years. She is survived by her husband; two sons, Walter Borowski, Detroit, and Vincent Borowski, at home; and four grandchildren. Another son, Theodore Borowski, was killed in action, August 10, 1943 in the North African campaign. Funeral services were held from the Friederichs funeral Home and in St. Mary's Catholic church on Wednesday morning. Rev. Edward J. Kromenaker, pastor, officiated. Burial was in Hillside cemetery."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Pvt. Ted S. Borowski
"A St. Clair war hero, Private "Ted" S. Borowski, was buried Saturday, July 9, in St. Clair's Hillside cemetery. Private Borowski was killed in action August 10, 1943. Funeral services were held in St. Mary's church at 10 Saturday morning with Rev. Edward J. Kromenaker, pastor, officiating. Members of the Charles J. Fulton post, No. 382, American Legion, acted as pallbearers and conducted the burial services."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Al Bouchard, 93, posted 25-FEB-2001.

Delos J. Boulier
"St. Clair - Delos J. Boulier, 64, died June 8 [1982] in River District Hospital, East China township, apparently from a heart attack. He was born June 7, 1918, in St. Clair, where he was a lifelong resident. He married Mary Beach June 7, 1940, in St. Clair. Mr. Boulier was a 40-year employee of Diamond Crystal Salt Company, retiring June 30, 1981. He was a parishioner of St. Mary's Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife; a son, Delos Boulier III, St. Clair; 11 daughters, Connie Fitzhenry, St. Louis, Mo. Susan Ross and Carol Herbert, both of Marysville, Margaret Pickelhaupt, Joanne Sanders, Maria Barnum and Kathy, all of St. Clair Theresa Donaldson, Marine City, Donna DuBuque, Huston, Tx., Lois Scott, Phoenix, Az., and Jeanne, Algonac; two brothers, Donald and Charles, both of St. Clair; a sister, Beatrice, Pickelhaupt, Port Huron; and 17 grandchildren. Funeral services were held June 11 in St. Mary's Catholic Church, The Rev. Karl Hubble, pastor, officiate. Arrangements were made by the L. C. Friederichs and Son Funeral Home. Burial was in the church cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Easter Seal Society."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Maurice Bourgois Jr., 65, posted 09-JAN-2001.

Alta Jane Bowen
"Port Huron - Alta Jane Bowen, 76, of Port Huron, died Tuesday, Nov. 30,1999, in Mercy Hospital after a long illness. She was born Feb. 8, 1923, in Croswell, the daughter of the late William and Irene Zimmer. She married Roy B. Bowen on June 27, 1953, in Port Huron. She was a 22 year employee of the Chrysler Corp. and was a 10 year employee of the Utica School District. She is survived by her husband, Roy B. Bowen of Port Huron; son and daughter-in-law, Dennis and Sara Bowen of Florida; daughter and son-in-law, Brenda and John Perry of Florida; two grandchildren, Erika and Tyler Perry; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Gordon E. and Margaret Bowen of Port Huron; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Friday in the Jowett Funeral Home, 1634 Lapeer Ave. at 17th Street. Pastor Don Sperling will officiate. Burial will be in Christian Memorial Cultural Center. Visiting hours are 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. today. Memorials may be made to the American Lung Association."
Source: Times Herald, Thursday, 02-DEC-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Jacob Bowen
"Jacob Bowen, aged 81 years, died at the residence of his son at Presque Isle on Wednesday. Mr. Bowen was an old resident of East Greenwood township having resided there for 38 years. About one year ago he sold his farm, and together with Mrs. Bowen, took his residence with his son, William Bowen at Wadhams. Mrs. Bowen died last May and since then Mr. Bowen had rapidly failed. He is survived by four daughters and five sons as follows: Mrs. Don Harris, Mrs. Del Loop(?), Mrs. Jeff Mathews, and Mrs. Joseph Cline, all of Port Huron and Joseph and Arthur Bowen of Detroit; Henry and William Bowen, of Wadhams, and Andrew Bowen, of Presque Isle. The remains will be brought to Port Huron from Presque Isle and the interment will be at Lakeside cemetery. The announcement of the funeral will be made later."
Source: Times Herald, Thursday, 08-JAN-1914, p 5

William Bowen
"In loving memory of William Bowen, who passed four years ago, Jan. 15, 1997. Billy, It's like yesterday when we laughed, and talked and smiled. And today your gone, our hearts are empty and our eyes fill with tears. You will always be in our hearts, and thoughts until we are together again. We love and miss you alot, Pat and Bill Eagle and boys, Lois and Darwin Dake, Patti Robbins, Jerry Wickings, Ron, Don and Gerald Michael, Ron Bowen and Larry and Elaine Irwin."
Source: Times Herald, Saturday, 15-JAN-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Henry Bowers
During the severe thunderstorm of Thursday afternoon, Henry Bowers, a resident of China township, was struck and instantly killed by lightening. He was in the barn yard when the storm came up and had just taken a basket of seed corn into the granary. _____ stepped out to the building a _____ lightning struck a rusty nail in _____ and from then jumped to Mr. Bowers clothes were badly torn and the_______his shoe torn completely off. His ____was badly burned. A peculiar thing was that the bolt did not hurt the building in the least and all of the rust on the nail it struck was taken off. His death causes extreme sadness to his mother, sister and brothers as it was only last fall the his father, Henry Bowers, was killed by falling from a hay mow. Deceased was about 30 years of age and resided home with his mother and sister. He was a hard-working honest young man, whom everybody liked. Much sympathy is expressed for the bereaved family who seem to have had more than their share of sorrow. The last sad rites were held at St. Mary's Catholic church, Saturday morning at nine o'clock and very largely attended. He is survived by a mother, two brothers, Joseph of Port Huron, John of Columbus, and two sisters, Dora, now Mrs. D. Martindale of Columbus, and Mary, unmarried, and living at home."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Joseph J. Bowers
"Grosse Pointe Woods - Joseph J. Bowers, 78, died Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2000. Survived by his wife, Madeline. Funeral Mass: 10: 15 a.m. Saturday, St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, St. Clair Shores. Visiting: Afternoon today, A.H. Peters Funeral Home."
Source: Times Herald, Friday, 07-JAN-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Mrs. Sidny Bowlby
"Died - Bowlby - In Wales, on Section 10, after a lingering sickness, of cancer, Mrs. Sidny Bowlby, aged 51 years, departed this life, Feb. 6th. She chose Mr. Ackerman to speak the last words of comfort to the mourners, from the text found in the 15th chapter of 1st Corinthians, 42, 43 and 44 verses. She also chose one hymn to be sung on the occasion, found on the 574th page of the M.E. collection. 'And let this feeble body fail, etc.'"
Source: P.H. Weekly Times, Thursday, 26-FEB-1874

Imodene Bowman & Paul F. Macier
"Richmond Nov. 20 - Funeral arrangements were being completed today for Paul F. Macier, 19, and Miss Imodene Bowman, 18, of Richmond, who were killed late Saturday night when Macier's car struck an bridge three miles south of Adair. Macier had returned Saturday from a successful deer hunting trip and relatives said the couple along with two other youths, were celebrating the event."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Bernice L. "Bunnie" Boyd
"Port Huron - Mrs. Bernice L. "Bunnie" Boyd, 100, died Monday, Oct. 11, 1999 in Marwood Manor after a short illness. She was born Sept. 9, 1899 in Covington, Ky., the daughter of the late Walter and Viola Hoffmeier. She married Clifford Boyd, who died in 1985. Mrs. Boyd was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She retired from Rich's Department Store in Atlanta and was a former employee of Sperry's. Bunnie is survived by her brother, Albert W. Hoffmeier of Sedalia, Mo.; daughter-in-law, Gudrun Canavan of Bochum, Germany; four grandchildren, Ute Canavan and Sabina Canavan, both of Germany, Sean Canavan of San Francisco, and Steven Canavan of Germany; five great grandchildren, Jana, Sidney, Carlin, Linus, and Seana; and several nieces, nephews and great nieces and great nephews. She was preceded in death by a son, John R. Canavan; two brothers, William and George Hoffmeier; and a sister, Margaret Taylor. Private family memorial services will take place. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery. Arrangements by Jowett Funeral Home, 1634 Lapeer Ave. at 17th Street."
Source: Times Herald, Wednesday, 13-OCT-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Mary Boylan
"Died, August 28th, at the residence of M. P. Whipple, Port Huron, Mary Boylan, aged 91 years, mother of Mr. T. J. Millikin. Mrs. Boylan was born on Prince Edwards Island, her father was an officer in the British army, and she spent some years of her childhood in the city of Quebec. When 19 years of age she was married to John Millikin by whom she had 9 children, five boys and four girls. Her husband died in 1853, leaving her the care of the family most of them quite young, and two farms both heavily mortgaged, but with hard work and strict economy the debts were paid off. In 1862 she married William Boylan and 1878 was again left a widow and has since then resided with her children, the last year she made her home with T. J. Millikin of this city and had gone to Port Huron to visit friends and died there. Mrs. Boylan was a strict Methodist of the old school. It can truly be said that in the training of her family she did her duty nobly. Ripened in years and fully prepared for another state of existence she passed away to enjoy the reward of a life well spent on earth."
Source: St. Clair Historical Museum Collection
Submitted by Pat Love

Raymond Boyles, 91, posted 04-JAN-2001.

Capt. Robert A. Brabander
"Iron River, Wis. - Capt. Robert A. Brabander, age 76, of Iron River, formerly of St. Clair, died Thursday, July 20, 2000. He was born Jan. 6, 1924, in St. Clair to Benjamin and Emma Brabander. He had lived in St. Clair before moving to Superior, Wis., and then Iron River, Wis., in 1985. He was employed as a Great Lakes captain for Bethlehem Steel Shipping Co. for 37 years, retiring in 1985. Bob married Marla Rydberg on May 1, 1985, in Duluth. He loved going four wheeling and working in his vegetable garden. He also had a great love for sailing the Great Lakes. He is survived by his wife of 15 years, Marla; his daughters, Randy DiMarco of Florida and Tracy (Richard) Brenner of St. Clair; his son, Robert Brabander; 12 grandchildren; his stepsons, Scott (Kathy) DeBeir and Mike DeBeir, both of Superior, Wis.; his stepdaughters, Andrea DeBeir of Iron River, Wis., Pamela Gidley and Lisa Bouchard, both of Superior, Wis.; his sisters, Shirley (Sam) Forti of Hamburg, N.Y., and Lois (Hewitt) Clarke of Woodlands, Texas; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Michael's Catholic Church, Iron River, Wis. Visiting hours are from 5 to 9 p.m. at Lenroot Maetzold Funeral Home, (715) 394-5112, Superior, Wis. A memorial Mass will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 29, 2000, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, St. Clair. Local arrangements are being handled by Young Colonial Chapel Funeral Home, St. Clair."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 23-JUL-2000

Robert E. Brabant, 73, posted 17-FEB-2001.
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Lillian Brabender, 91, posted 05-FEB-2001.

George Bradley
"George Bradley died at 1 o'clock this afternoon, at the Larned House on Butler street, where he occupied rooms. He had been ill for six weeks."
Source: P.H. Times, 15-JUL-1898, p 8
Submitted by Marjean Workman.

Cora M. Bradshaw
"MRS. BRADSHAW DIES AFTER LONG ILLNESS - Mrs. Cora M. Bradshaw, 65, wife of Mirum E. BRADSHAW, an antique dealer, died Saturday in Port Huron hospital, after a long illness. She was born Nov. 20, 1876 in Tyre, Mich., and was married June 9, 1897. She was a member of Port Huron chapter No. 170 Order of Eastern Star, and had lived here 31 years. She is survived by her husband; a daughter, Mrs. Gladys I. Bradt, Port Huron; five sisters, Mrs. Ada Rathbon, Ubly; Mrs. James Kneeshaw, Pontiac; Mrs. O.D. Reynolds, Detroit; Mrs. George Brown, Alpena; and Mrs. Robert Rathbon, Vancouver, B.C.; and two brothers, Eli Getty, Detroit and Herbert Getty, Millersburg, Mich. The remains will be in the family residence, 1925 Tenth Avenue, until Tuesday noon, when they will be removed to the Albert A. Falk & Son mortuary for funeral services at 2 p.m. Rev. Dwight S. Large, pastor of First Methodist church will officiate. Burial will be in Lakeside cemetery."
Source: P.H. Times Herald, 01-MAR-1942, p 5

Death Record (St. Clair County)
Cora M. Bradshaw
Year: 1942, Book 8, Page # 411

Per the Albert Falk Funeral Home records Cora’s date of death was February 28, 1942.
Submitted by D.C., assisted by Diana M. Hebner.

Virginia M. Bradt
"Marine City - Virginia M. Bradt, age 66, of Marine City, went to be with her Lord on Friday, Aug. 4, 2000. Services are Monday at 11 a.m. in Starville Community Church. Visiting in the Bower-Rose Funeral Home, Marine City is today from 2 to 4 p.m. and in the church on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 06-AUG-2000

Robert J. Brady, 82, posted 11-JAN-2001.

Almeda Bragg
"Port Huron - Almeda Bragg, 92, died Sunday, Jan. 2, 2000. Arrangements by Jowett Funeral Home are incomplete."
Source: Times Herald, Monday, 03-JAN-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

William H. Brahany Jr., posted 14-JAN-2001.

Frederick J. Brandimore
"Frederick J. Brandimore, 66, former Tenth Street bridge tender, lifelong resident of Port Huron, died Thursday night in his home, 819 Willow Street. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Elizabeth Brandimore; two sons, LeRoy Brandimore and Albert Brandimore; four daughters, Mrs. Archie (Vera) McPherson, Mrs. Darwin (Lillian) McLane, Mrs. Kenneth (Leona) Miller and Mrs. Floyd (Helen) Sturdevan; two sisters Mrs. Robert Molloy and Mrs. Robert Watson and two grandchildren, all of Port Huron. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday in Arthur E. Smith funeral home. Rev. Frank Hartley, Pastor of Washington Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church, will officate. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery. The remains will be in the residence until Sunday noon."
Source: Times Herald, Friday, 19-NOV-1937
Submitted by Cindy Ward (great-granddaughter)

Rufus Brandimore
"The funeral of the late Rufus Brandimore will be held Saturday morning at 8:30 o'clock, from the St. Stephen's church. Burial at Mt. Hope cemetery."
Source: P.H. Times Herald, 17-DEC-1917
Submitted by John R. Brandimore.

Leroy Brandt
"Brown City - Leroy Brandt, 89, died Thursday, May 18, 2000. Survived by wife, Erma. Services: 1 p.m. Monday, Carman Funeral Home. Visiting: 2 to 8 p.m. today."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 21-MAY-2000

Oliver Brandt
"Mr. Oliver Brandt died at his home in St. Clair town last Thursday at the age of 76 years. The funeral was held Saturday. For two years he had been a sufferer from catarrh of the stomach and this malady together with an attack of la grippe finally ended a life which had ever been held in the highest respect. Mr. Brandt was a native of Albany county, New York, having been born there December 11, 1820. He grew to manhood in that state, and in December, 1845, came to St. Clair and went to work in a saw mill. for eight years he worked at lumbering here winters, going back to New York in the spring. In 1845 he bought forty acres of land where his house now stands and since then he has lived here and has been engaged in farming and lumbering. He married Miss Thurza Hughes, a native of Essex county, New York, and his wife survives him together with one daughter, Mrs. Chas. Belnap. Mr. Brandt left a fine improved farm of 80 acres free from debt. The farm will be occupied by Mrs. Belnap. Mr. Brandt was a hard working, economical, conscientious man. He was the main support of the Methodist Protestant church and he will be greatly missed by his family and neighbors and church."
Source: St. Clair Historical Museum Collection
Submitted by Pat Love

Dean R. Branton, 76, posted 29-JAN-2001.

Joseph Brassinger
"Gladwin - Joseph Brassinger died Sunday, Jan. 16, 2000. Survived by wife, Katherine. Services: 11 a.m. Wednesday. Carman Funeral Home, Brown City. Visiting: 2 to 9 p.m. Tuesday."
Source: Times Herald, Monday, 17-JAN-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Charles B. Brennan
"Clay Twp. - Charles B. Brennan, 89, died Tuesday, Oct. 12, 1999. Survived by wife, Norma. Services: 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Gilbert Funeral Home, Algonac. Visiting: 6 to 9 p.m. Friday."
Source: Times Herald, Thursday, 14-OCT-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Grace M. Brennan
"Mrs. Frederick Brennan - Capac - Grace M. Brennan, 89, of 4957 Kettlehut Road, died Saturday, July 26, 1980, in Yale Community Hospital after a short illness. Mrs. Brennan was born May 22, 1891, in Almont. She and her husband farmed in the Capac area most of their lives. She was a member of the Order of Eastern Star 259, First United Methodist Church and the Farm Bureau. Her husband, Fredrick Brennan, died March 19, 1949. She is survived by a son, Fredrick, Capac; a daughter, ..., Capac; three grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday in the Barnard Funeral Home. The Rev. Raymond Burkett, pastor of the First United Methodist Church, will officiate. Burial will be in Lutheran Cemetery. Visiting hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. today in the funeral home."
Source: Times Herald
Submitted by Sue Battel.

Margaret Brennan
"Mrs. Margaret Connell McDonald Brennan, daughter of Hugh McDonald and Sarah Woodward, was born at Teesdale, Ontario, Canada, on the 6th of April 1879. At about the age of two she came to the U. S. A. and made her home in Port Huron. Here she attended the local schools and was graduated from the High school of that city in 1899. She taught rural schools near Capac and Emmett for several years. She met her husband in this occupation and was united in marriage with Charles J. Brennan on November 6, 1901, at Port Huron. Two children were born to their union. They made their home on the farm north-west of town, where they lived for over thirty years and their family grew to manhood. This period came to an end with the death of her husband on October 5, 1934. Her home now became the village of Capac. She had been a member of the Presbyterian Church, and in the year 1935 she united with St. John's Lutheran Church. In this Church she found great happiness and was very active. Especially in the work of the Dorcas society of the church, in which she served as officer for many years, did she find an outlet for her desire to remain active. Her life was happy in the midst of her grandchildren who came daily to see her. Her neighborhood friends found an eager companion in her. Her aunt, Mrs. Jane McGregor, came to make her home with her about a year ago and was with her at her death. On June 1 of this year she suffered a stroke while busy in her garden and her life was despaired of at that time. However by careful nursing she was restored to a point where she was able to be about her home. But this seeming recover only covered her true condition for a short while. On Thursday morning June 28 at 11 a.m. she very suddenly passed away when another stroke seized her. She was then 66 years, 2 months and 22 days old. She leaves her two sons, Norman and Kenneth Brennan, of Capac; her sister Mrs. Elizabeth Smith of Detroit; her two brothers, J. A. McDonald of Jeddo and Duncan R. McDonald of Pontiac; her aunt, Jane McGregor, of Capac; and six grandchildren. Not only her family but her many friends will grieve of her. The church has lost an ardent supporter. Her activity will be remembered long. May the Lord whom she served faithfully grant her rest and peace."
Source: the Capac Journal
Submitted by Sue Battel.

Mrs. John P. Brenner
"St. Clair - Services for Emma L. Brenner, 87, of 910 vine St., will be held at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Immanuel Lutheran Church. the Rev. Harry Henneman, pastor, will officiate. burial will be in Hillside Cemetery. Mrs. Brenner died Saturday, April 19, 1980, in river District Hospital, after a lengthy illness. She was born Nov. 17, 1892, in St. Clair, and was a lifelong resident. She married John P. Brenner Oct. 29, 1913, in St. Clair. He died Dec. 3, 1965. Mrs. Brenner was a life member of Immanuel Church. She is survived by three sons, Richard J. F., St. Clair; John Herbert, Southfield, and Dr. Frederick E. Brennan, Midland; a daughter, Mrs. John (Louise) Rinn, St. Clair; a sister, Mrs. Lester Martindale, Marion, Va.; 11 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Visting hours in L. C. Friederichs and son Funeral Home begin at 2 p.m. today visiting hours in the church are noon to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday. Memorials may be made to the church."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Paul W. Brettin
"Paul W. Brettin, 55, of 6843 Trumble Road, St. Clair, died Wednesday, July 18, 1984. Services: 11 a.m. Saturday in the Merlin L. Trumble Colonial Chapel Funeral Home Inc. St. Clair Highway Chapel. Visiting: 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Friday in the funeral home."

[first part of this article is missing] - "...Wednesday, July 18, 1984, after a long illness. He was born May 24, 1929, in Maywood, Ill. His family moved to Marine City in 1940. He married Elaine Turnbull Nov. 5, 1949. He was a lifelong area farmer and worked for St. Clair County Road Commission for 32 years. He was a member of the Loyal Order of Moose Lodge No. 158, Port Huron. He was past president of Local 516 SEIU-AFL-CIO. He is survived by his wife; three sons, Charles, St. Clair, Richard and Robert, both of Port Huron; two daughters, Carol Sawdon, Smith Creek, and Penny Roach, Columbus, Ohio; his parents, Walter and Belle Warkentien, Marine City; two brothers, Ernest Brettin, San Antonio, Texas, and Clarence Brettin, Marine City; three sisters, Lou Reynolds, Donna MacPherson and Deanna Woods, all of Marine City; four
grandchildren; and a large number of nieces and nephews. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Merlin L. Trumble colonial Chapel Funeral Home Inc.-St. Clair Highway Chape. The Rev. Paul Reyelts, pastor of St. Peters Lutheran Church, will officiate. Burial will be in Rosehill Cemetery. Visiting is from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Friday in the funeral home. Memorials may be made to St. Peters Lutheran Church New Building Fund."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Hiram William Brewer
"Sebring, Fla. - Hiram William Brewer died Saturday, Sept. 18, 1999. A native of Marine City and Marysville, he moved to Sebring in 1980. He was a member of St. John's United Methodist Church of Sebring. He was past member of Marysville Lodge 498 F.&A.M. member of Sebring Lodge 249 F.& A.M., Mason of the Year, honorary member of Placid Lodge 282 and Lake Wales Lodge 242, member of Scottish Rite Valley of Tampa, past patron Connell Chapter 93 in St. Clair, charter president of the High Twelve Club of Sebring, life member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary of Port Huron, Power Squadron of Port Huron, Amateur radio operator (H.A.M.), Quarter Century Club and American Amateur Radio League. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Eleene A., of Sebring; her two daughters, Ann Marie Endelman of Marysville and Karen Lee Roth of Port Huron; seven grandchildren; and six great grandchildren. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Oct. 16 in Sebring, Memorials may be made to Shriners Children's Hospital."
Source: Times Herald, Tuesday, 12-OCT-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

William C. Brigeman
"St. Clair - William C. Brigeman, 70, of 6625 Big hand road, St. Clair Township, died Thursday in his home. Mr. Brigeman was born Dec. 9, 1885 in St. Clair Township, farming in this area all his life. He was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran church, St. Clair, and was a charter member of the Lutheran Layman's League. He served as a school and township officer for many years. Mr. Brigeman and Jennie Gliem were married Jan. 22, 1914. He is survived by his widow, Jennie; two sons, Simon Brigeman, at home, and John Brigeman, St. Clair Township; a daughter, Margaret Goethals, St. Clair Township; six grandchildren, and four sisters, Maria Brigeman, at home; Mrs. Oscar Emig, St. Clair; Mrs. George Gibbs, Marine City, and Mrs. Theodore Schneider, Richmond. A sister, Mrs. William Frahs, Marine City, died four years ago. Remains will be in the T. R. Bower funeral home until noon Sunday when they will be removed to Immanuel Lutheran church for funeral services at 2:30 p.m. Rev. C. H. Siess, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Jennie Elizabeth Briggeman
"January 16, 1981 - St. Clair Township - Jennie Elizabeth Briggeman, 90, died Jan. 16 in Faith Medical Care Center, East China Township, after a long illness. She was born Sept. 14, 1890 in St. Clair, and was a longtime area resident. She married William Briggeman Jan. 22, 1914 in St. Clair. He died Aug. 9, 1956. Mrs. Briggeman was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, St. Clair and its ladies aid society. She is survived by two sons, Simon and John, and a daughter, Mrs. Margaret Goethals, all of St. Clair; six grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Jan. 19 in the L. C. Friederichs and Son Funeral Home, St. Clair. The Ref. Dennis A. Hinze, associate pastor of the Faith Lutheran Church, Port Huron, officiated. Burial was in Hillside Cemetery, St. Clair. Memorials may be made to the Lutheran School for the Deaf, Detroit."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Stella Briggeman
"St. Clair - Stella Briggeman, 73, of St. Clair, died Wednesday, Sept. 9, 1998 in St. John's Hospital. She was born May 1, 1925. She married John Briggeman. He died in 1986. Stella was retired from Blue Water Plastics. She was an active member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church. She is survived by her daughter, Betty Gade; four grandchildren, Douglas McLaren, JonathanMcLaren, Jennifer Gade and Rebecca Gade; three great-grandchildren; her sisters, Helen Rocheleau, Julia Sanders and Dorothy (Jack) Warner; and her brother, Thedore (Helen) Gromeck. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday in Immanual Lutheran Church, St. Clair. The Rev. Alan Schweiger will officiate. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery. Visiting hours are 6 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 9 p.m. Sunday in the L C Friederichs and Son Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Arvilla Brill
"Funeral services for Mrs. Arvilla Brill, 80, lifelong St. Clair Couanty resident, who died Sunday in the home of her brother, Harry Lashbrook, 1107 ½ Glenwood avenue, will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Arthur Smith funeral home. Rev. Oscar Eastman, pastor of United Missionary church, Yale, will officiate. Burial will be in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Goodells. Graveside services will be under the auspices of Mt. Vernon chapter, OES, Smiths Creek, of which Mrs. Brill was a life member."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Edgar Brines
"Funeral services for Edgar Brines, 80, retired motorman of the former DUR Lines here and Port Huron resident 51 years, will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Arthur Smith funeral home. Rev. Clarence E. Vasbinder, pastor of Court Street Baptist church, will officiate. Mr. Brines, died Saturday in the home, 1715 Sixth street, after a long illness. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery. The remains are in the funeral home. Mr. Brines was a member of Port chapter No. 170, OES. Pallbearers will be Roy E. Schultheiss, Albert C. Robbins, William K. Tomlinson, Harry Laughlin, James G. Treat and Herbert L. Ashley."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Edward J. "Jack" Brines
"Funeral services for Edward J. “Jack” Brines, 86, lifelong resident of this area and former D. U. R. motorman who died Friday in his home, 1320 Georgia avenue, Marysville, will be held at 10 a.m. Monday in St. Christopher’s Catholic church, Marysville. Rev. Thomas A. Curran, pastor, will officiate. The remains are in the Karrer-Simpson funeral home where members of the Holy Name society of St. Christopher’s church, of which he was a member, will recite the Rosary at 7 pm. Today. Burial will be in Mt. Hope Cemetery. David S. McHardy, Thomas Ferris, Edward F. Rhadigan, Wayne J. Killian, George F. Wells and Bernard Ward will be pallbearers."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Lura Jane Brines
"St. Clair, Feb. 10 - Mrs. Lura Jane Brines, widow of Capt. Samuel H. Brines, died Wednesday in her home, 4305 Philadelphia street, Detroit. She and her husband were former residents of St. Clair. They left here in 1926 to live in Detroit. Captain Brines, a veteran sailor on the lakes, died about 1946. She was a past president of the auxiliary to the Detroit lodge of the International Ship Masters association and was a member of the Woodward Avenue Presbyterian church in Detroit. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. A. J. Huggett, East Lansing; a brother, John Christian Mackley, San Clemente, Calif., and a sister, Mrs. August Schneider, Richmond. Funeral services will be Saturday in the W. R. Hamilton funeral home, Alexander and Cass, Detroit, with burial in Hillside Cemetery, St. Clair."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

William O. Brining
"Caro - William O. Brining, 49, died Saturday in Saginaw General Hospital. He was born July 28, 1918 at Harbor Beach and married Evelyn Wehner, of Harbor Beach. He was employed by The Detroit Edison Company for the last 30 years. Mr. Bringing is survived by his widow, two sons, Robert...
Source: Times Herald, 29-DEC-1967, p 11A

Francis A. Brinker
"St. Clair - Francis A. (Frank) Brinker, 69, of 2315 Riverside, died today in Mercy Hospital after a short illness. He was born April 25, 1906, in Carsonville. He was a sailor on the Great Lakes for many years, retiring from the Bethelehem Steel vessel Sparrow's Point in 1969. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus Council 2251 and the St. Clair Gun and Fishing Club. He is survived by a brother, George Brinker, a sister, Mrs. Clarence Distelrath, both of St. Clair, several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Monday at 12 p.m. in the L. C. Friederichs and Son Funeral Home, St. Clair, and at 12:30 p.m. in St. Mary's Catholic Church. The Rev. Carl Hubbell, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in St. May's Cemetery. Remains will be in the funeral home after 7 p.m. Saturday. The Rosary will be recited Sunday at 8 p.m."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Mildred Brinker, 88, posted 04-JAN-2001.

Mrs. Peter Brinker
"Mrs. Peter Brinker, 84, former resident of St. Clair, died Friday at the home of her son, George H. Brinker, at Drayton Plains, Mich. She was ill two months. Mrs. Brinker formerly lived on south Teneth street in the city until the death of her husband. She then moved to Drayton Plains. She is survived by a son, George H. Brinker; a daughter, Grace; 10 grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Monday in Our Lady of the Lake Catholic church, Waterford, Mich. Burial was in a Pontiac cemetery."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Walter C. Britt
"Detroit - Walter C. Britt, 78, died Thursday, Jan. 20, 2000. Survived by wife, Dorothy. Services: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette. Visiting: 1 to 9 p.m. Monday."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 23-JAN-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Mrs. Joseph Britz
"St. Clair, March 2 - Mrs. Mary Frances Britz, 90 widow of Joseph Britz and a resident of St. Clair most of her life, died
Sunday in Mercy Hall Hospital, Detroit after a long illness. Mrs. Britz was born in Marine City, March 20, 1862. Her husband, Mr. Britz, died June 13, 1928. She was a life member of the rosary society of St. Mary’s Catholic church, St. Clair. She is survived by four sons, Henry Britz, Detroit; John and Matt Britz, St. Clair; three daughters, Mrs. Amelda Zimmer, St. Clair; Sister Mary Devota, of St. Joseph’s Order, Plymouth, Mich, and Mrs. Ann Stockberger, Berkley; 15 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Her remains are in the L.C. Friederichs and Son funeral home, St. Clair, where Rosary devotions will be conducted at 8 p.m. today by the Rosary society and at 8:20 p.m. Tuesday by the Knights of Columbus and Holy Name society. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home and at 10 a.m. in St. Mary’s church with t. Rev. Msgr. Edward J. Kromenaker, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Mrs. Britz’ grandsons will act as pallbearers."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Henry Broda
"Snover - Henry Broda, 56, died Thursday, Nov. 11, 1999. Survived by wife, Barbara. Services: 11 a.m. Monday, Hacker Funeral Parlors, Sandusky. Visiting: 4 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 9 p.m. Sunday."
Source: Times Herald, Saturday, 13-NOV-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Delbert L. Brockdorff
"Marysville - Delbert L. Brockdorff, 76, of Marysville, died Wednesday, Nov. 10, 1999 in Marwood Manor Nursing Home, following a long illness. He was born Jan. 2, 1923 in Marysville and was a resident on Marysville his entire life. He married Jean Frazer on Jan. 22, 1944 in Smiths Creek. Delbert was a Shift Supervisor for Detroit Edison, years ago he was a Volunteer Fireman and Special Policeman in Marysville. He was also a member of the Marysville Masonic Lodge, the Fraternal Order of Police, and American Legion Post 449. He served for three years in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a Golden Glove Boxer in the service. He pitched baseball locally in the Michigan/Ontario Baseball League. Delbert was an avid golfer. He is survived by his wife, Jean L. Brockdorff of Marysville; three daughters, Judy Lee (David) Sutton of Delaware, Penny J. Harris of Marysville and Linda Marie (Robert) Frendt of Pinckney; two sons, Barry Lawrence (Sandy) Brockdorff and Max David (Lori) Brockdorff, both of Marysville; ten grandchildren, Lea VonBrockdorff, Christopher Frendt, Stacie (Charlie) Woods, Jeannie (Jon) Denny, Kristen Burmeister, Jackson Harris, Jason Brockdorff, Gwen Brockdorff, Lee Brockdorff and Karl Brockdorff; and one great grandson, Zackery Denny. The Funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. today in St. Christopher Catholic Church, Marysville with The Rev. Fr. Arthur Baranowski officiating. Following Mass there will be a Veterans service conducted outside the church under the auspices of the St. Clair County Allied Veterans Council. Cremation will follow. Friends may visit today at the church from 9 a.m. until the hour of service. Pallbearers will be Bradley Smith, Lawrence Stevens, Grant Loughren, Vern Wheelis, Steve Tiszai and Russell McLean. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or to St. Christopher Catholic Church. Arrangements are by Port Huron Family Funeral Home, 1525 Hancock St. Port Huron."
Source: Times Herald, Saturday, 13-NOV-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Gordon F. Broker, 66, posted 08-JAN-2001.

Glen A. Brougham
"Marysville - Glen Allen Brougham, 80 of Marysville, went home to be with the Lord, January 23, 1998. He was born August 11, 1917 in Pennant Saskatchewan, to the late Edward and Mary Brougham. He married Evelyn Heythaler on October 4, 1963 in Marysville. Mr. Brougham was a ship engineer, sailing both the oceans and the great lakes prior to his retirement in 1979. He served with the Merchant Marines during World War II and received several decorations in later years for serving on commercial vessels in war zones. He was a member of the International Ship Masters' Association, Pilgrim Lutheran Church and the Loyal Order of the Moose, Lodge 158. He is survived by his wife, Evelyn; his children, Brenda and Leonard Jarmusch of San Diego, Calif., Roger and Heidi Kaufman of Union Caseville, Connecticut, Rose and Douglas Norton of Port Huron, Connie and Clifford Hanel of Port Huron, Joanne Lee of Warren, Sidney and Marilyn Noble of Richmond, and Clyde and Verna Noble of Bixby, Arizona; many grandchildren; great grandchildren; nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by three children, Gloria Hyde, Lavern Noble, and Larry Noble; a sister, Donalda Sherman; and a brother, Edward Brougham, Jr. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, January 26, 1998 in Pilgrim Lutheran Church, Marysville. Pastor Bill Bendert will officiate. Burial will be in Riverlawn Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in Marysville Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Dennis Sherman, Fred Brougham, Gary Brougham, Jeff Brougham, Bill Cowger and Mickey Chrevia. Memorials may be made to Pilgrim Lutheran Church. Military Honors will be under the auspices of St. Clair County Allied Veterans Council."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 25-JAN-1998

Maxine Brower, 86, posted 04-JAN-2001.

Alice R. Brown, 91, posted 17-FEB-2001.

Anna Wave Brown
"The two years old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. T. Brown died last Saturday. The funeral was held at the home of the bereaved parents Sunday at 2:30, Dr. McEldowney officiating in his kindly, sympathetic way. Little Anna Wave, as they called her, was a bright, loving child and had made many friends for one of so few summers who will miss her much. The family, and especially Mr. Brown who has been for some three months on the sick list has the sympathy of the community in general."
Source: St. Clair Historical Museum Collection
Submitted by Pat Love

Catherine M. Brown
"Port Huron - Catherine M. Brown, 84, died Sunday, Feb. 14, 1988, in her home after a short illness. Survivors were listed in Monday's Times Herald. Services will be held at 9 a.m. Wednesday in the Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. The Rev. Rene Desmarais of the Newman Center will officiate. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery. Visiting is from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. today."
Source: Times Herald, 16-FEB-1988

Diane M. Brown
"St. Clair - Diane M. Brown, 52, of St. Clair, died Tuesday, June 22, 1999 after a long illness in her home surrounded by her family. She was born April 5, 1947 in Irene to the late Vincent Miles Achatz. She married Harvey L. Brown on April 24, 1968 in Richmond. She earned her Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Detroit. Diane was a dedicated, compassionate registered nurse. She worked at St. Joseph's Mercy Hospital, Clinton two. for 31 years, most recently as a diabetes educator. She was loved and respected by staff and patients alike. Diane is survived by her loving husband, Harvey; and her three wonderful children, Scott, Renee and Andrew. She cherished her family. She is also survived by her mother Irene Achatz; brothers, David (Wendy) Achatz; and Steven Achatz; sisters, Barbara Achatz, Patricia (Timothy) Keck and Susan Achatz. She was a most special "Aunt Di" to many nieces and nephews. She will also be missed by her grandmother-in-law, Mae Ottenbacher and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Diane will be remembered for her great willingness to help others, her loving heart and the beautiful smile she shared with us all. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, June 25, 1999 at 10:30 a.m. in St. Augustine Catholic Church, Richmond, with the Rev. James Commyn, pastor officiating. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery in St. Clair. Visiting hours are 3 to 5 and 6 to 9 p.m. today and Thursday in the Rewalt Funeral Home, Richmond. A scripture service will be Thursday evening at 8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be directed to the St. Joseph Cancer Care Center at 215 North Avenue, Mt. Clemens, Mi. 48043 or the Capuchin Monastery, 1740 Mt. Elliot, Detroit, Mr. 48207. She was our angel on earth. Now shi is God's angel in heaven."
Source: St. Clair Historical Museum Collection
Submitted by Pat Love

Eleanor M. Brown
"Mrs. Eleanor M. Brown, ??, Port Huron, died Wednesday, Oct. 2, 1985. Arrangements by the Arthur Smith Funeral Homes - North Chapel."
Source: Times Herald, 03-OCT-1985, p 2A

George Brown, 83, posted 17-FEB-2001.

Goldie Leroy Brown
"Port Huron - Goldie Leroy Brown, 63, of 4590 Gratiot road, died Sunday in Port Huron Hospital after a one-week illness. He was born March 25, 1915, in Grant Township, and resided in Port Huron since 1935. He married Ariel Rockwell Nov. 2, 1935, in Port Huron. Mr. Brown was a heavy equipment operator in the yard department at the Marysville plant of the Detroit Edison Co. for 37 years. He is survived by his wife; two sons, Norman E. and Kenneth L.; and two daughters, Mrs. Thomas (Carol) Reckker and Karen L. Brown, all of Port Huron; four brothers, William and Ronald, both of Port Huron, Milo, Harbor Beach, and Clarence, Detroit; four sisters, Mrs. Gladys Waun, Mrs. Robert (Grace) Kraft, Mrs. Jean Smith and Mrs. Arthur (Ilene) Kelley, all of Port Huron; and six grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. Elder Harold L. Hastings of the RLDS Church will officiate. Burial will be in Caswell Cemetery. Funeral home visiting hours will be 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday. Memorials may be made to the RLDS Church or Respiratory Care Center."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Harvey Brown
"The Late Harvey Brown. Mr. Harvey Brown, of Fort Gratiot, who died on Wednesday, the 14th inst., was born July 26th, 1801, on the Canada shore of Lake Ontario, where his parents had emigrated from the State of New York, residing there for a short time. Upon returning to New York, his father, who was a physician, kept a hotel and store, besides carrying on a large farm in the vicinity of Cape Vincent, where he accumulated considerable property. His son Harvey followed rafting upon the St. Lawrence River for some time. He married the wife who now survives him and when he removed to this State, 22 years ago, had a family of six children, one of whom has since died, while the rest are married and living in this State - all but one in this vicinity. Mr. Brown settled at Fort Gratiot, clearing up quite a farm on the lake shore. He also rafted to some extent on Black River. He led an industrious life, and sustained an unsullied character. Earnest and practical in religion, an enthusiastic Republican in politics, warm-hearted and benevolent in social life, he was respected and loved by a large circle of acquaintances and friends. His funeral was largely atteneded last Friday forenoon, at the M. E. Church, the Rev. E. Barry preaching. The discourse upon the occasion was listened to with marked attention. The text was from Phillippians, I. chap., 23rd verse: 'Having a desire to depart and be with Christ, which is for better,' selected because it embodied the sentiments often expressed by the deceased during his last illness. Though not a member of the church, Mr. Brown had been strictly identified with the M. E. Society as one of its most earnest supporters."
Source: P.H. Weekly Times, 21-DEC-1871, p 3

Helen M. Brown
"Avoca - Helen M. Brown, 88, of Avoca died Saturday, April 22, 2000, in Medilodge of Yale as a result of a stroke she suffered in March. She was born Oct. 15, 1911, in Chesaning to the late John and Elizabeth (Ahrends) Thiel. She married Gerald Brown on Jan. 31, 1930, in Chesaning. He died May 16, 1991. Mrs. Brown enjoyed farming, working in the yard and spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Norman (Natalie) Lohr of Avoca; three grandchildren, Marie Lohr, Norma Jean Miller and her husband Jesse, and Norman E. Lohr; two great-grandsons, Jacob and Kyle Miller and several other family members from the Chesaning area. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday in Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. Visitation will be from noon until the time of service at the funeral home. The Rev. Dwight Ingersoll of North Lakeport Wesleyan Church will officiate. Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery, Yale. Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor's choice."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 23-APR-2000

Helen M. Brown, 83, posted 04-FEB-2001.

James A. Brown, Jr.
"St. Clair - James A. Brown Jr., 73, died Monday, Dec. 20, 1999, in Chesterfield Township. He was born April 7, 1926, in Detroit. He married Joan R. Myers on Oct. 28, 1950, in Detroit. She died Dec. 3, 1998. Mr. Brown is survived by two sons, Mikel (Julia) Brown and Timothy (Lisa) Brown; a daughter, Kristen (Walt) Elliott; a sister, Jean (Robert) Pankow; and 14 grandchildren. Memorial services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at Immanuel Lutheran Church. St. Clair, Pastor Alan Schwieger, of Immanuel Lutheran Church, will officiate. Visitation will be 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday in the Gilbert Funeral Home, Algonac. Memorials may be made to the donor's favorite choice."
Source: Times Herald, Tuesday, 21-DEC-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Jay D. Brown
"Marlette - Jay D. Brown, 64, died Tuesday, Oct. 12, 1999. Survived by wife, Marjorie. Services: 3 p.m. Friday, Goodnews Assembly of God Church. Visiting: 6 to 9 p.m. today and 1 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Marsh Funeral Chapel, and 1 to 3 p.m. Friday in the church."
Source: Times Herald, Wednesday, 13-OCT-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Jesse R. Brown, Sr.
"Waterloo, Iowa - Jesse Robert Brown Sr., 55, of Waterloo, Iowa, died Friday, Dec. 3, 1999. He was born June 1, 1944, in Faunsdale, Ala., to Jack and Susie Walker Bown Sr. He attended Faunsdale High School. He lived in Port Huron until moving to New Haven, Conn. and, later, to Waterloo, Iowa, where he married Beverly Cosby on May 4, 1988. He is survived by his loving wife, Beverly Cosby Brown; his son, Jesse (Brigitte) Brown Jr. of Flint; two stepsons, Christopher Cosby of' New Haven, Conn., and Corey Cosby of Waterloo, Iowa; five grandchildren, Cazzie, Bianca, Imani, Jesse and Alexis; his mother, Susie Brown of Hamden, Conn.; two brothers, Jack (Mary) Brown Jr. and Prince (Lisa) Brown, both of Port Huron; four sisters, Ruby Payne of Port Huron, Susie (Samuel) Eleazer of Columbia, S.C., and Gertrude (Ben) Davis and Rebecca (Ernest) Torres, both of Hamden, Conn.; and a host of other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Jack Brown Sr., and his brother, Josh Brown Sr. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 9, 1999, in Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church. The Rev. John L. Portis, pastor of Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, will officiate. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery. Visiting will be 2 to 9 p.m. today in the funeral home and 10 a.m. Thursday in the church. Port Huron Family Funeral Home, 1525 Hancock St., is in charge of arrangements."
Source: Times Herald, Wednesday, 08-DEC-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Mildred Jean Brown, 87, posted 14-JAN-2001.

Paul J. Brown
"In loving memory of Paul J. Brown who passed away November 29, 1998 - We’ll never forget his final goodbye, so peaceful we were shamed by our tears; and his transfigured face with its radiant smile will shine in memory all through our years. Deeply missed by, His wife, Maxine & Children."
Source: Times Herald, Monday, 29-NOV-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Paul S. Brown
"Fort Gratiot - Paul Siggins Brown, 78, of Fort Gratiot died Saturday, July 1, 2000, unexpectedly. He was born Sept. 14, 1921, in Port Huron, the son of the late James and Bertha McBride Brown. He married Bernice M. Nageleisen on Dec. 29, 1944, in Kentucky. He was a graduate of Port Huron High School in 1939, where he was a member of the state championship football team. He was inducted into the Port Huron Sports Hall of Fame. He served in the U.S. Air Corps in World War II as a first lieutenant and pilot. He was a member of the American Legion and a lifetime member of the Port Huron Elks Lodge 343 B.P.O.E. He also was a member of the Moose Lodge 58. He was employed by Ingell Refrigeration as a sales engineer. He loved to golf and spend time with his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Bernice M. Brown of Fort Gratiot; his sons, Paul Charles (Rita) Brown of Lansing, Philip Scott Brown of Georgia and Gery Linn Brown of Sand Point; his grandchildren, Sarah J. (Brown) Root, Lori A. Brown, Peter J. Brown, Traci L. Brown, Michael P. Brown and Ryan M. Brown; his great-grandson, Nicholas Jay Root; close family friend, Elizabeth Ann Brown; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his seven brothers and sisters. Prayer services will be 8 p.m. Wednesday in Jowett Funeral Home, 1634 Lapeer Ave., at 17th Street. The Rev. Rene Desmarais, pastor of the Newman Center, will officiate. Visiting hours are 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday. An Elks Lodge of Sorrow Service will be at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday in the funeral home. St. Clair County Allied Veterans will conduct military honors. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Newman Center."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 04-JUL-2000

William J. Brown
"Kimball Township - William J. Brown, 76, died Tuesday, July 25, 1989, in his home. He was born Jan. 11, 1913, in Gagetown and was a lifelong Port Huron area resident. He married Ethel M. Ferres Sept. 30, 19950, in Toledo, Ohio. Mr. Brown was employed by the Chrysler Corp. Centerline Plant until his retirement in 1973. He was a member of U. A. W. Local 1248. He is survived by his wife; a daughter-in-law, Joan C. Brown of Smiths Creek; three grandchildren, Troy, Mike and Terry Brown; two brothers, Milo Brown of Harbor Beach and Ronald Brown of Port Huron; four sisters, Mrs. Gladys Waun, Mrs. Robert (Grace) Kraft, Mrs. Betty Jean Smith and Mrs. Ilene Kelly, all of Port Huron; and many nieces and nephews. Services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday in the Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. Elder Archie Dickinson of Harbor Beach R. L. D. S. church will officiate. Burial will be in Caswell Cemetery."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

William J. Brown, Jr.
"Smiths Creek - William J. Brown Jr., 46, died Monday, June 25, 1984, in Mercy Hospital, Port Huron. He was born June 4, 1938, in Grant Township, Huron County. He had lived in Smiths Creek since 1950. He married Joan G. Davis on Oct. 2, 1965, in Port Huron. Mr. Brown was employed by Ford Motor Co. Sterling Heights, for the past 14 years. He served in the U. S. Army. He is survived by his wife, tow sons, Troy S., Fort Lauderdale, and Michael D., Smiths Creek; his parents, William and Ethel Brown, Port Huron; and several nieces and nephews. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in Pollock-Randall Funeral home. Pastor Lars Hasper of Smiths Creek Community church will officiate. Burial will be in Caswell Cemetary. Visiting is from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in the funeral home. Pallbearers will be: Robert Davis, Robert Davis Jr., William Davis, Kenneth Davis, Gerald Davis and Phil Odle. Memorials may be made to Smiths Creek Community church."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Charles Brownlee
"The body of Charles Brownlee, drowned at Cleveland on Monday, arrived this morning. The funeral service will be held at the home of his sister, on St. Clair street, Thursday afternoon."
Source: Port Huron Daily Times, June 1895
[Charles' Mother: Elizabeth Brownlee]
[Date of Death: 24-JUN-1895]
Submitted by Allan H. Rauner

Elizabeth Brownlee
"Mrs. Elizabeth Brownlee died this morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Robt. Cameron, at 1103 St. Clair street, after an illness of a few days. She was 65 years of age and had suffered from heart disease for some time. The announcement of the funeral service will be made tomorrow."
Source: Port Huron Daily Times, November 20, 1896
[Elizabeth's Maiden Name: Shields]
Submitted by Allan H. Rauner

William Brownlee
"Capt. Wm. Brownlee, for many years master of the schooner Hattie Wells, died at his home on Wall street, on Sunday, aged 68 years. He suffered from an abscess in the throat. The deceased leaves a wife, two sons and two daughters. The funeral will be held from the house on Wall street, on Tuesday afternoon."
- Source: Port Huron Daily Times, Monday, 26-JUN-1893, p 5
Submitted by Allan H. Rauner

Raymond Bruderick
"Elkton - Raymond Bruderick, 72, died Tuesday, Oct. 12, 1999. Survived by wife, Lois. Services: 11 a.m. Saturday, Elkton United Methodist Church.Visiting: 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 9 p.m. Friday, Champagne Funeral Chapel."
Source: Times Herald, Thursday, 14-OCT-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Floyd G. Brunk, Sr.
"Marysville - Floyd G. Brunk Sr., 81, of Marysville, died Thursday, July 6, 2000 in Marwood Manor. He was born June 16, 1919, in Pigeon to the late John A. and Wilhelmina (Buslin) Brunk. He married Joyce Linnevers Oct. 12, 1940 in Hazel Park. Mr. Brunk was an automotive mechanic prior to his retirement. He served with the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was a life member of Striver-McVicar VFW Post #2052 in Romeo. He is survived by his wife, Joyce; a daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Larry (Wendy) Krabach of Port Huron; two sons, Mr. and Mrs. Floyd (Donna) Brunk Jr. of Lapeer and Mr. and Mrs. Gary (Sharon) Brunk of Imlay City; seven grandchildren, Mr. and Mrs. Eric (Toni) Brunk of Redford, Mr. and Mrs. Brian (Danielle) Brunk of Yale, Mr. and Mrs. Todd (Amy) Brunk of Attica, Mrs. Andrew (Heidi) Bull of Davison, Mr. and Mrs. Sean (Amy) Krabach of Redford, Andrew Brunk of Saginaw and Amanda Brunk of Lapeer; four great-grandchildren; two sisters, Rose Brassinger of Almont and Eleanor Hoyt of Ocean Side, Calif.; a brother, John Brunk of Gaylord; and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in First Congregational Church, Port Huron. Dr. Robert E. Starkey will officiate. Interment will be in Allied Veterans Cemetery, Port Huron. Memorials may be made to World War II Memorial or Marwood Manor. Arrangements are by Marysville Funeral Home."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 09-JUL-2000

Fred S. Bruso
"Fred S. Burso, 80, died suddenly at his home, 702 Robinsonstreet, Sunday May 29. He had been in failing health for some time. Mr. Bruso was a lifelong resident of St. Clair and was born January 25, 1869, the son of Hillard and Catherine Parrow Bruso. He was a painter and decorator in St. Clair for fifty years and was well-known in his profession. Mr. Bruso is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Jarvis McDonald, St. Clair township; three sons, Harry, Merle and William Bruso, all of St. Clair; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; also a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held from the Friederichs funeral home on Tuesday afternoon. Rev. Hiram Pegg officiating. Burial was in St. Mary’s cemetery. Acting as pallbearers were: Joseph Stommer, Matt Dares, John McCormick, Ottis Bassett, Nick Zimmer and Victor Lulofs."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Gertrude R. Bryden
"Port Huron - Gertrude R. Bryden, died Tuesday, Jan. 20, 1998. Survived by several nieces and nephews. Services: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 31, 1998 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Port Sanilac. Arrangements: Pomeroy Funeral Home, Lexington."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 25-JAN-1998

Bernice M. Bucholz
"Kimball Township - Bernice M. Bucholz, 72, died Sunday, Feb. 3, 1985, in her home. She was born Nov. 23, 1912, in Detroit, and was a lifelong Kimball Township resident. She married Leo E. Bucholtz Bev. 6, 1932. Mrs. Bucholtz was a parishioner of Holy rosary Catholic Church, Smiths Creek, and a member of its choir. She was an honorary member of the altar society of Holy Rosary church. She was well-known throughout the community for interior decorating. Mrs. Bucholtz is survived by her husband; two sons, John G. and Thomas M. Bucholtz, both of Port Huron; one daughter, Mrs. Ronald A. (Dorothy A.) Christensen, Smiths Creeks; three brothers, Edward, Leonard and Sigmond Bielecki, all of Detroit; five granddaughters, Mrs. James (Deborah) Biskner and Pamela Bucholt, both of Port Huron, and Kathy Ann, Tammy Lynn and Tina Marie Christensen, all of Smiths Creek; two grandsons, Fredrick and Dennis Bucholtz, both of Port Huron; and one great-grandson, Brandon H. Biskner, Port Huron. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in Holy Rosary church. The Rev. Thomas Fraser, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in St. Phillips Cemetery, Columbus Township. Visiting is from 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday in the Karrer-Simpson Funeral Home, Port Huron. A rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Wednesday. Memorials may be made to Holy rosary church Building Fund."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Gerald E. Buck, 85, posted 04-FEB-2001.

Mabel M. Buckindail
"Mrs. Mabel M. Buckindail, 85, of 49 Fourteenth Street, died Wednesday in a local nursing home after a long illness. She was born Oct. 16, 1880, in Casco Township and live in Port Huron 44 years. Her husband, Michael Buckindail, died Nov. 24, 1943. She is survived by a son, Gerald Buckindail, St. Clair; a daughter, Mrs. Ralph Liscom, Port Huron; five grandchildren; and 12 great grandchildren. The remains are in Arthur Smith Funeral Home where funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday. Rev. Charles R. Batterbee, pastor of Mt. Pleasant Gospel Church, will officiate. Burial will be in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery."
Source: Times Herald, 18-AUG-1966
Submitted by Kathy Welser.

Tyne M. Buckland
"Emmett - Tyne M. Buckland, 81, of Emmett went home to be with the Lord Friday, on Jan. 14, 2000. She was born July 27, 1918, in Marquette to the late Thomas and Hilja Linjala. Tyne married Harold Buckland June 16, 1946, in Goodells. He died Nov. 18, 1978. Mrs. Buckland worked at Kubisch's Eggs for 19 years. She was a member of Goodells Bible Church, Missionary Board and was a Sunday school and primary church teacher. Tyne is survived by her three sons, Mr. Harold Buckland of Detroit, Mr. and Mrs. Robert (Carrie) Buckland of Richmond, and Mr. and Mrs. Ernest (Bonnie) Buckland of St. Clair; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; a brother, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer (Ellen) Linjala; one sister, Mrs. Toini Niemela; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother, Walter, and a sister, Miriam Lehigh. Visitation will be 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Jan. 16, 2000, at the Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 17, 2000, at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Goodells Bible Church."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 16-JAN-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Eleanor Lillian Buczkowski
"St. Clair, Nov. 21 - Mrs. Eleanor Lillian Buczkowski, 64, died unexpectedly Saturday night in her home at 7241 Trumble road. Mrs. Buczkowski was born in Poland, Sept. 8, 1889. She is survived by five sons, Joseph, Leonard, Arthur, Stanley and Walter Buczkowski; five daughters, Mrs. Mary Arietta, East Detroit; Mrs. Martha Koleta, Ludington, Mich.; Mrs. Eleanor Haydanack, Marine City, and Theresa and Rosali Buczkowski, both at home; 12 grand children; four sisters, Mrs. Helen Oszlewski, Mrs. Rossse Platski, Mrs. Martha Reski and Mrs. Frances Chmiekewski, all of Detroit, and two brothers, Frank Chmielewski, Fairhaven, and Anthony Chmielewski, Detroit. Funeral services will be held at 9:15 a.m. Tuesday in the home and at 10 a.m. in St. Mary’s Catholic church, St. Clair, Rt. Rev. Msgr. Edward J. Kromenaker, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Roseville, Mich. Rosary devotions will be held at 8 p.m. Sunday and Monday in the home. The remains are in the home."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Mary Jane Buczkowski
"January 28, 1981 - St. Clair - Mary Jane Buczkowski, 55, died Jan. 28 in St. Joseph's Hospital-West, Mount Clemens, from injuries suffered in a Jan. 6 automobile accident. She was born March 23, 1925, in Marine City. She married Leonard C. Buczkowski March 29, 1944, in St. Clair. Mrs. Buczkowski worked at Blue Water Plastics Co. She was a parishioner of St. Mary's Catholic Church. She is survived by her husband; three daughters, Mrs. Gerald (Linda J.) Schweihofer, and Mrs. Harvey (Nancy) Westrick, both of St. Clair, and Lillian, Port Huron; a brother, Jacob Spreitz, Marine City; three sisters, Mrs. Blanche Dionne, Algonac, Mrs. Laura Geib, Marine City, and Mrs. Viola Gould, St. Petersburg, Fl.; and four grandchildren. Funeral services were held Jan. 31 in the Colonial Funeral Home-Jay Street Chapel and in St. Mary's Catholic Church. The Rev. Karl Hubble, pastor, officiated. Burial was in the church cemetery. A rosary was recited Jan. 30 in the funeral home. Memorials maybe made to St. Mary's Catholic Church."

"Woman dies from injuries - St. Clair - Mary J. Buczkowski died Wednesday in St. Joseph's Hospital-West, Mount Clements, from injuries she suffered Jan. 6 in a two-car accident at Fred Moore Highway and King Road in China Township. Mrs. Buczkowski is the first 1981 traffic fatality for St. Clair county. During 1980, 31 persons were killed in county traffic accidents. Mrs. Buczkowski, 55, of 7127 Trumble St., St. Clair, was a passenger in a car driven by her brother-in-law, Walter L. Buczkowski, 52, of 7171 Trumble St., St. Clair. The accident occurred when the Buczkowski car and one driven by Edward M. Devooght, 19, of 3093 Main St., Emmett, collided, Trooper James Hable, Michigan State Police, said."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Joseph Frank Budzik
"Marysville - Joseph Frank Budzik, 64, of 1232 Lynwood Ave., died Sunday, Feb. 26, 1984, in Mercy Hospital, Port Huron, after a long illness. He was born March 18, 1919, in Port Huron, and was a lifelong area resident. He married Jeanette E. Haddas in June 1942 in Maumee, Ohio. Mr. Budzik served in the U. S. Army during World War II. He was the former owner and operator of the Lynwood Bar. He was a parishioner of St. Christopher's Catholic Church. He was a member of Post 49, American Legion 0 and 8 Voiture Local 120 of St. Clair County, and Lodge 158, L.O.O.M., Port Huron, and Lodge 343, B.P.O.E., both of Port Huron. Mr. Budzik is survived by his wife; one daughter, Mrs. Roy (Karen) Roatenberry, Smiths Creek; three sisters, Mrs. Alfred (Ann) Vaughn, St. Louis, Mo., Mrs. Victoria Hand, Port Huron, and Mrs. George (Mary) West, Marysville; one granddaughter, Any Roatenberry, Smiths Creek; and several nieces and nephews. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday in St. Christopher's Catholic Church. The Rev. Joseph A. Gagnon will officiate. Burial will be in Riverlawn Cemetery with military committal rites under the auspices of Post 449. Pallbearers will be Mr. Budzik's nephews, John Schef, Thomas Gudzik, William and Dennis West, Leo and Richard O'Brien, John and Robert Hand and Richard Tokarski. Visiting is from 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday in the Arthur Smith Funeral Homes-South Chapel, Port Huron. A Scriptures service will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Frederick Buel
"Frederick Buel - Frederick Buel, aged 71 years, died at his home, 311 Merchant street, early this morning. The funeral will be held Monday afternoon."
Source: Times Herald, Saturday, 28-JAN-1911

Charles Bugge
"The death of Charles Bugge, the five years old son of George Bugge, occurred Saturday evening from inflammation of the brain. The funeral was held Monday from the Methodist church."
Source: St. Clair Historical Museum Collection
Submitted by Pat Love

Louise L. Bugge
"St. Clair - Louise L. Bugge, 93, of St. Clair died Thursday, Jan. 11, 2001. She was born in St. Clair on Feb. 23, 1907, the daughter of the late Erwin and Lucy Barringer. She married Victor Bugge. He died in April 1973. Mrs. Bugge was a member of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She spent her life as a loving..."
Source: Times Herald, Friday, 12-JAN-2001.
Submitted by Pat Love.

Justin C. Bullock
"Capac - Justin C. Bullock, 20, of Capac died unexpectedly Saturday, July 1, 2000, in a motorcycle accident. He was born Jan. 13, 1980, in Port Huron, the son of Barry and Lori Sabada Bullock. 'Jut' was a graduate of Capac High School in 1998 and was currently a second-year student at St. Clair County Community College. He was employed at Best Buy, Port Huron, and was also an assistant wrestling coach for Capac High Schools. He also loved to golf. Surviving in addition to his parents, Barry and Lori, is a brother, Ryan of Capac; his grandparents, Charlene Bullock of Florida and Percy and Margaret Sabada of Yale; several aunts and uncles, Scott and Joanne Sabada of Yale, Mike Sabada of Lake Orion, Jerry and Rose Bullock of Ohio, Kenneth and Choo Bullock of Texas, Patsy Jones of Kentucky and Jerry Debrycker of Pontiac; godparents, Verna and Dennis Roy of Yale and best friend, Darci Robinson of Capac; several cousins and many friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Arthur Bullock, Agnes Debrycker and John and Carrie Sabada. A funeral ceremony in appreciation of the life, family and friends of Jay will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Kaatz Funeral Directors, Capac, with burial in Capac Cemetery. The Rev. Hal Phillips, pastor of Capac United Methodist Churches, will officiate. Visiting hours are 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, 2 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and 9:30 to 11 a.m. Wednesday. Memorials are suggested to the 'Wishes of the Family'."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 02-JUL-2000

Frances E. Bulone
"Port Sanilac - Frances E. Bulone, 75, of Port Sanilac, died Monday, Dec. 20, 1999, in McKenzie Memorial Hospital, Sandusky. She was born April 27, 1924, in Windsor, Ontario, the daughter of the late Daniel and Helen (Pratt) Hendricks. Frances and Joseph D. Bulone were married on June 14, 1952, in Birmingham. Before her marriage, Frances worked for J.T. Wing and J.L. Hudson Co. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Port Sanilac and the Port Sanilac Choral Club. She was the past president of the Bark Shanty Community Center's Board of Directors in Port Sanilac. Surviving are her husband, Joseph; two sons, Vincent M. of Oak Park and Daniel J. (Dawn) of Memphis, Tenn.; three daughters, Cathi (Bryan Campbell) Bulone of Port Sanilac, Helen M. Bulone of Portland, Ore., and Maria (David) Kujat of St. Clair; and four grandchildren, Brian White, Dominic and Meghean Bulone and Michael Bulone. Services will be 11 a.m. Thursday in the Pomeroy Funeral Home, Lexington. The Rev. R.K. LeFleur, pastor of St. Joseph Catholic Church, will officiate. Burial will follow in Old St. Mary's Cemetery, Port Sanilac. Friends may call from 2 to 9 p.m. today. A rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. today. Memorials may be made to the Bark Shanty Community Center at the Huckins Centennial School House Project."
Source: Times Herald, Wednesday, 22-DEC-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Douglas J. Bungart
"Deckerville - Douglas J. Bungart, 19, of Deckerville, died Saturday, Oct. 10, 1999 in his home in Mount Pleasant. He was born May 23, 1980 in Deckerville. He attended Central Michigan University. He graduated from Deckerville Community School in 1998. He was a member of St. Patrick's Parish. He is survived by his parents, John and Karen (Peters) Bungart of Deckerville; two brothers, Chris and John, both at home; his grandparents, John and Winnie Bungart of Deckerville and Mrs. Edna Peters of Palms; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Albert Peters, June 22, 1989, and an uncle, Gerald Bungart, Jan. 14, 1984. A funeral Mass will be 11 a.m. Thursday in St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Palms. Father Ronald Wagner and Sister Theresa Carlow will officiate. Burial will be in Downing Cemetery. Visitation will be 6 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in the Apsey Funeral Home. Memorials may be given to the Deckerville Education Foundation, Douglas Bungart Scholarship Fund."
Source: Times Herald, Tuesday, 12-OCT-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Cleo R. Kerrins Bunk
"Sandusky - Cleo R. Kerrins Bunk, 88, died Monday, Jan. 17, 2000. Survived by children, Thomas Kerrins and Carol Liebler. Services: 11 a.m. Thursday, Hacker Funeral Parlors. Visiting: 4 to 8 p.m.Wednesday."
Source: Times Herald, Tuesday, 18-JAN-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

William Bunkleman
"To Determine Heirs - Probate Judge Clair R. Black is asked to determine the heirs of William Bunkleman, Ira township, in a petition filed this morning by Mrs. Lucinda Bandlow, Detroit, a sister."
Source: Times Herald, Tuesday, 13-MAY-1924

Joseph A. Burg
"Richmond - Joseph Arthur Burg, 65, of Richmond died Friday, June 2, 2000, in his home after a brief illness. Mr. Burg was born June 24, 1934, in Centerline, to John and Florentine Martin Burg. He married Mary Lou Rivard in New Baltimore on Sept. 26, 1964. He worked as a laborer at the Ford Axle Plant in Sterling Heights and was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church. He was a former member of the Richmond Knights of Columbus and served many terms on the Parish Council of St. Augustine Church. He is survived by his wife, Mary Lou; children, Janet (Neal) Robertson of Macomb, Joseph (Kim) Burg of Columbus, Jeanne (Jeff) Altermatt of Richmond and Jonathan Burg of Richmond; brother, Francis Burg of Richmond; sisters, Marian Walker of Royal Oak and Geraldine Eschenburg of Sterling Heights; and grandchildren, Jacob and Annabelle Altermatt and Emily Robertson. He was preceded in death by a brother, John Burg. A funeral mass will be at 10 a.m. Monday, June 5, 2000, in St. Augustine Catholic Church, Richmond. The Rev. James Commyn will officiate. Burial will be in St. Michael Cemetery, Richmond. Visiting will be from 3 to 9 p.m. today in Rewalt Funeral Home, Richmond, and 9:30 to 10 a.m. Monday in the church. A Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. today. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Richmond Catholic Education Foundation for St. Augustine School, St. Vincent DePaul Society or the Hospice of Southeastern Michigan."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 04-JUN-2000

Everett G. Burgess
"Imlay City - Everett Garfield Burgess, 84, of Imlay City died Friday, May 12, 2000, at Lapeer Regional Hospital following a short illness. He was born Aug. 23, 1915. He married Donna Joy Fritch on Oct. 30, 1942, in Imlay City. He had been employed by Darrin Armstrong Construction. He was a high rise ironworker. He was a member of Imlay City First Baptist Church. His hobby was playing music. He played the mandolin and the fiddle. He used to sit-in with many local country-western groups. Surviving are his wife, Donna Burgess of Lapeer; daughter, Pamela Morenzetti of Grand Blanc and Carol Burgess of Swartz Creek; sons, Michael (Sandra) Burgess of Columbiaville, John (Karen) Burgess of Lapeer and William Burgess of Linden; one sister, Mary (John) Kinkade of Sac City, Iowa; and sisters-in-law, Janice Fritch of Imlay City and Ardith Frentheway of Portage. He is also survived by six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services will take place at 1 p.m. Monday at First Baptist Church, Imlay City. Burial will be in Imlay Township Cemetery, Imlay City. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. today at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, 225 Main St. Imlay City."
Source: Times Herald, 14-MAY-2000

Mary B. Burgess
"The late Mrs. Mary B.Burgess was born in Rochester, N.Y., in 1822, her maiden name being Mary B. Burlingame. She was of a family of five sisters and one brother, of whom only three sisters survive her. Her early days were spent in school and she was a graduate of Oberlin College in her 18th year. She had a great interest in church work and had a good musical education in her younger days. She came to Michigan in 1844, and was married to George Burgess, in the city of Port Huron in 1849, and had lived in St. Clair county ever since that date. Her husband died in 1881. Mrs. Burgess was crippled for life by a fall on an icy sidewalk on Sixth street 12 years ago. She raised a family of three sons and one daughter, George P. Burgess, Courtland B. Burgess, Avery B. Burgess and Mary Burgess, the latter being dead."
Source: unknown, 08-NOV-1893
Submitted by Catherine Cervantes.

Mrs. Morrison Burgess
"Mrs. Morrison Burgess, aged 54 years, passed away at her home at 522 Erie street Tuesday night at eleven-thirty. Mrs. Morrison has been in poor health for some time. She is survived by one son, Alvah P. Burgess of New York, who was at her bedside at the time of her death: two sister, Mrs. Frank Cross and Miss Emma LaForge and two brothers, Peter and Frank LaForgeof this city. The funeral services will be held Friday morning at eight o'clock from St. Stephens's Church. Burial will take place in Mt. Hope Cemetery."
Source: unknown
Submitted by Catherine Cervantes.

Radcliffe Burgess
"Algonac, April 6, Funeral services for Radcliffe Burgess, 71, who died here Saturday, will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Gilbert funeral home with Rev. Richard T. Markham, pastor of Trinity Methodist church, officiating. Burial will be in Oaklawn Cemetery. Mr. Burgess, a retired marine engineer, was born March 16, 1882 on Harsens Island. He lived in Algonac at 833 Summer Street. He is survived by his widow, Jennie Burgess."
Source: unknown, 06-APR-1953
Submitted by Catherine Cervantes.

Florence Burgett
"Former Resident Dies - Marine City, Dec. 3 - Mrs. Florence Burgett, 48, Detroit, wife of Clifton Burgett, former resident of Marine City, died Thursday night in her home after an illness of a week. The remains were brought to the William A. Bower funeral home Thursday night. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday in the funeral home and at 1:30 p.m. in St. John's Evangelical church. Rev. H. E. Totzke, pastor, will officiate. Interment will be in Woodlawn cemetery. Mrs. Burgett, formerly Miss Florence Schroeder, was born April 23, 1889, in China township and was married to Mr. Burgett in October, 1909. They moved to Detroit 15 years ago. Surviving are Mrs. Burgett's husband, two daughters, Mrs. Francis McGeathy, Cottrellville township, and Miss Leota Burgett, Detroit; a son, Robert Burgett, Detroit; her father, Henry Schroeder, Sr., Cottrellville township, three brothers, George Schroeder and Otto Schroeder, both of Cottrellville township, and Henry Schroeder, Jr., Richmond, and a sister, Miss Hattie Schroeder, Cottrellville township."
Source: Times Herald, Friday, 03-DEC-1937

Lana Albertina Burgett
"St. Clair, Jan. 26 - Mrs. Lana Albertina Burgett, 82, widow of the Late Frank L. Burgett, died in St. Clair Community Hospital today after a short illness. She was a life-long resident of Casco Township. She is survived by two sons, frank H. Burgett and Norman L. Burgett, both of Casco Township; a grandson, Donald Burgett, Port Huron; two brothers, Herman Kammer, Capac, and Albert Kammer, Richmond. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday in the L. C. Friederichs and son funeral home, St. Clair, and 2 p.m. in St. John’s Evangelical church, Adair. Rev. John A. Keller, pastor of the Evanagelical church, Marine City, will officiate. Burial will be in Adair Cemetery. The remains are in the funeral home."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Addie B. Short Burgin
"Port Huron - Addie B. Short Burgin, 86, of Port Huron, died Thursday, Oct. 7, 1999 in Marwood Manor. She was born March 27, 1913 in Alabama to the late John and Beatrice (Davis) Finch. She retired from Vlassic Pickle Co. She was a longtime member of All Nation Church Of God in Christ, where she has served in many capacities including, Sunday school teacher and Superintendent, deaconess, trustee board, usher hoard, sewing circle member and past president of' the Mother's Board. She leaves to mourn her passing, a son, Roy Burgin of Port Huron; eight grandchildren; stepdaughter, Helen Long of Chicago; two sisters, Lena Hatchett of Grand Rapids and Carrie Reed of Jasper, Ala.; a brother, the Rev. Jeff Davis of Steens, Miss.; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. The family hour will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, Oct. 11, 1999 in Pollock-Randall Funeral Horne. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12, 1999 in All Nation Church of God in Christ, Port Huron. The Rev. Vincent Mathews Sr. will officiate. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Port Huron."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 10-OCT-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Conrad Burke
"Conrad Burke, a well known resident of this city, and a carpet weaver by trade, died last Saturday at his home, aged 59 years. Mr. Burke was out on election day and voted but was taken sick a few hours after with some sort of paralysis, that caried him away as above noted. He leaves a widow and several children. His funeral was held on Monday, at the house, Rev. W. B. Millard officiating and the remains buried in the city cemetery."
Source: St. Clair Historical Museum Collection
Submitted by Pat Love

Janet Burnett
"Eaton Rapids - Janet Burnett, 41, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 27, 2000. She was born on May 19, 1958, in Detroit, a daughter to Roy and Ann Cencich. Mrs. Bennett enjoyed working as a certified pharmacy technician at the Apothecary Shop in Lansing, where she had worked about eight years. she was very devoted to her family, friends and her pets, all of who will greatly miss her. Surviving are her husband, Robert J Burnett: children, Jason Roy Jackson of Lansing and Michael Paul (Jean Elizabeth) Jackson of DeWitt: grand daughter, Karen Ann: her parents: brother, Dennis E (Carmen) Cencich of El Paso, Texas: stepsisters, Linda (Gary) Stiffler and Margaret Ann Flintz: stepbrothers, John (Karan) Gray: several nieces and nephews: godchildren, Ryan, Tony and Jessica Lonik: special friends, Sally Bruen, Anna Spagnuolo and Tammy Reynolds: and many other loving and caring friends. She was preceded in death by her birth mother, June Cenich, on Jan. 29, 1972. The funeral liturgy will be conducted by Deacon Bob McPhilamy of St. Gerald Catholic Church at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2000 at the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 2 to 4 today
and from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday. A rosary will be said at 7:30 p.m. Monday. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, in memory of Janet Burnett."
Source: Times Herald, on 30-JAN-2000, p 2B

Walter Burnor
"St. Clair, Sept. 18 - Walter Burnor, 73, of 506 Adams street, resident here 37 years, local barber, died Saturday in Mercy Hospital, Port Huron, after a long illness. He was born Dec. 10, 1881, in Toledo, O., and moved to St. Clair in 1917. His wife, Mrs. Mary Burnor, died in 1948. He is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Lorne Dodea, St. Clair; a brother, Louis Bornor, Bay City, and two grandchildren. The remains are in the L. C. Friederichs funeral home where funeral services will be hled at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday. Services also will be held at 10 a.m. in St. Mary’s Catholic church. Rev. Harold Krucher, assistant pastor of St. Mary’s , will officiate at both services. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. today by the Stella Morris Circle, Daughters of Isabella, and Rosary Altar society, in the funeral home. Men of the Parishwill recite Rosary at 8 p.m. Monday in the funeral home."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Catherine M. (Lisee) Burns
"Marine City - Our dear mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Catherine M. (Lisee) Burns, 89, of Marine City, went to her eternal rest on Saturday, Dec. 4, 1999, at the home of her son, Joseph L. Burns, of East China Township. She was born on July 28, 1910, in Marine City, a daughter to the late Joseph "Nap" Lisee and Margaret Cremean Lisee. She married Stewart A. Burns on May 25, 1929. He preceded her in death on July 16, 1984. With her passing she joins her husband, parents, four brothers (Jack, Alton, William and Carl), a sister, (Margaret Grandy) and a special nephew, (the Rev. Fr. Joseph J. Lisee). Catherine was a lifelong member of Holy Cross Parish, the Holy Cross Altar Society and was a charter member of St. Agatha Circle Daughters of Isabella. She was also an avid volunteer at the senior center. Her interests dated back to the era when Marine City's heritage were the days when men sailed or the Great Lakes freighters, as her husband did for 42 years. Catherine and her late brother, Carl Lisee, kept the legacy alive of their father's role in the designing of the Miss America boats for Gar Wood. She also enjoyed playing cards and bingo in the company of her friends. Our mom inspired us with her sense of humor, her love of life, and her devotion to the needs of her family. She will remain in our hearts and memories. She will live on in her children ... daughter, Mary Jo (Roger) Malcolm of Cottrellville Township; son, Joseph and special daughter-in-law, Gwen Burns of East China Township; grandchildren, Cheryl (Dana) O'Rourke, Roger (Dawn) Malcolm, Charmian Malcolm and Jenee' Burns; great grandchildren, Malcolm Donald and Dana Stewart O'Rourke and Mariah Lee and Roger Lee Malcolm III; several nieces and nephews; and a special little friend, Houston, who brightened her days. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m.Wednesday in the Bower-Rose Funeral Home, Marine City, followed by a 10 a.m. Mass in Holy Cross Catholic Church. The Rev. Fr. Donald E. Bartone will officiate. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visiting in the funeral home will be 2 to 9 p.m. Tuesday with a rosary to be prayed at 8 p.m. A Daughters of Isabella rosary will be prayed at 3 p.m. Tuesday. Memorials may be made to Holy Cross Activities Center or Blue Water Hospice. 'May the choir of Angels come to greet you. ... May you find Eternal Life!'"
Source: Times Herald, Monday, 06-DEC-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Cecilia M. Burns, 88, posted 08-JAN-2001.

Thomas J. Burns, 61, posted 14-FEB-2001.

Edith L. Sult Burrows
"Port Huron - Edith L. Sult Burrows, 79, of Port Huron, died Saturday, Jan. 1, 2000, in Evangelical Home after a long illness. She was born Jan. 11, 1920, in Sanilac County, to the late Herbert and Anna Perry. She was a lifelong area resident. She married Alvin L. Sult in 1937. He died in 1960. She married James L. Burrows on June 1, 1971, in Port Huron. Mrs. Burrows attended the First United Methodist Church. She had worked for J.C. Penney and Kmart. She enjoyed music and was very much a family person. She is survived by her husband, James L. Burrows of Port Huron; son, Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. (Grace) Sult of Port Huron; daughter, Dr. and Mrs. Michael (Joyce) Emerick of St. Clair; grandson, Ryan R. Suit of Port Huron; two stepdaughters, the Rev. and Mrs. Don (Linda) Taylor of Vancouver, Wash., and Mr. and Mrs. John (Phyllis) Hermann of Fort Wayne, Ind.; stepson, the Rev. and Mrs. David (Sharon) Burrows of Virginia; seven step grandchildren; three step great granddaughters; sister, Althea Harneck of Florida; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Mildred Wood and Blanche Smith, and three brothers, Earl, Vernon and Elmer Perry. Visitation will be Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2000, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. in the Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. Private family services will be held. The Rev. Ralph H. Pieper II of First United Methodist Church will officiate. Burial will be in Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Fort Gratiot. Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church or the Evangelical Home."
Source: Times Herald, Monday, 03-JAN-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Ethan Burtch
"Estate of Ethan Burtch, Deceased. - Notice is hearby given that a petition has been filed with the undersigned for letters of Testamentory and Probate of will upon said Estate and that the hearing upon the same is assigned for the first Monday in March next at the Probate office in the village and county of St. Clair at eleven o'clock in the forenoon. JOHN McNEIL, Judge of Probate, Port Huron, January 31, 1853."
Source: P.H. Commercial, 12-FEB-1853
Contact: Marjean Workman.

Caroline Busha
"St. Clair - Mrs. Caroline Busha, 78, of 518 North Sixth street, wife of Albert Busha, died Tuesday in St. Clair Community Hospital after a long illness. Mrs. Busha was born Jan. 15, 1878 in St. Clair Township, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Peter Yeip, pioneer residents of the Township. She and Mr. Busha were married Nov. 5, 1900. Mrs. Busha was a member of St. Mary's Catholic church, having been a charter member of Stella Marais circle, Daughters of Isabella, a member of the church Rosary Society, the Legion of Mary and the First Friday club. Mrs. Busha is survived by her husband, two daughters, Mrs. Lucille Visger and Mrs. Estella Joachim, St. Clair; four grandchildren, John Visger, Stockton, Calif., and Robert Visger, Harry Joachim and Caroline Bryson, all of St. Clair; a sister, Mrs. Agnes Powers, St. Clair; six great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Remains are in the L. C. Friederichs & Son funeral home where services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Friday and at 10 a.m. Friday in St. Mary's Catholic; church with Rev. Harold J. Kreucher, assistant pastor, officiating. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery. Rosary devotions will be at 8 p.m. Wednesday in the funeral home for women of the parish and 8 p.m. Thursday for men of the parish."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Charles Busha
"Charles Busha was born in Quebec June 8th, 1801, and died in St. Clair Monday evening, February 1st, 1892, at the residence of his son, Desiah on North Fourth street, aged nearly 91 years. He was the father of fourteen children, eight girls and six boys, seven girls and four boys surviving him. For many years he had been comparatively helpless and the devotion and care of his children is something remarkable. He was a Catholic the funeral services being held at St. Mary's Church Wednesday morning at nine o'clock, a.m. Father Schenkelburg officiating. The remains were buried in the city cemetery."
Source: St. Clair Historical Museum Collection
Submitted by Pat Love

Fred. C. Busha
"Fred. C. Busha, 67, died Thursday night, February 14, in the home of his sister-in-law, Miss Greturde German, following an illness of some five years. Mr. Busha was born in Sombra, Ont., April 1, 1867. He came with his parents to this city when a boy. His marriage to Miss Jessie German occurred here Oct. 15, 1890. Several years later Mr. and Mrs. Busha moved to Pontiac where they resided some 30 years. He is survived by his widow; one son, Russell Busha, Detroit; three brothers, Henry of Detroit; Albert and Joseph, this city, and three grandchildren. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon in Friederichs and Smith's funeral chapel. Rev. William M. Ward, of the Adair M. E. church officiated, assisted by Rev. Cm M. Burkholder, pastor of first congregational church. Burial was in Hillside cemetery.

CARD OF THANKS - We the undnersigned wish to express our thanks to friends and neighbors for acts of kindness following the death of our loved one, Fred Busha; we also thank those who contribute the use of their cars. - Mrs. Fred Busha and son, Henry Busha, Albert Busha, Joseph Busha."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Russell Busha
"St. Clair - Funeral services for Russell Busha, 59, Detroit, son of Mrs. Jessie Busha, St. Clair, will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday in the R. G. and G. R. Harris funeral home, 14751 West McNichol road, Detroit. Mr. Busha died Monday in Detroit,. He was a nephew of Miss Gertrude German, veteran St. Clair City clerk who died early this week."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Carla M. Butler
"Croswell - Carla Mae Butler, age 64, of Croswell died Friday, June 2, 2000, in Evangelical Home, Fort Gratiot. She was born June 10, 1935, in Ypsilanti, daughter of the late Gordon and Grace (Ankeny) Priebe. She married Leo W. "Bill"Butler on Oct. 26, 1952, in Port Sanilac. She is survived by her husband, Bill; a son, Leonard (Sherrie) of Applegate; a daughter, Jodie (Joe) Hendra, also of Applegate; and a sister, Loretta (Harvey) Cornwell of Port Huron. She is also survived by eight grandchildren, Leslie and Aaron Butler, Kelli Bishop, Nathan and Robbie Butler, Danyel and Talysha Schroeder and Karysa Hendra; and four great-grandchildren, Dalton, Dustin and Madyson Bishop and Daniel Butler. She is preceded in death by a son, Daniel, in September 1981. Services for Mrs. Butler will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the Pomeroy Funeral Home in Croswell. The Rev. Barry Sheldon, pastor of St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Lexington, will officiate. Burial will be in Croswell Cemetery. Friends may call from 1 to 8 p.m. today at Pomeroy Funeral Home in Croswell. Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor's choice."
Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 04-JUN-2000

Alice M. Butlin
Funeral services for Mrs. Alice M. Butlin, 67, were held in the Friederichs funeral home and St. Mary’s Catholic church Tuesday morning. Rev. Carlton J. Kraus, assistant pastor officiated. Burial was in St. Mary’s cemetery. Pallbearers were Frank Alleman, Calvin Alleman, Louis Burn, Chester Droulard, Leo Zimmer and George Thompson. Mrs. Butlin died in the St. Clair Community hospital Sunday. She was born in China Township, Sept. 4, 1882, the daughter of James and Hanna Reynolds and spent all her life in St. Clair. She is survived by four daughters, Dorothy Butlin, Detroit; Mrs. Lucille Webster, and Mrs. Marilyn France, St. Clair; and Mrs. Shirley Peckers, Pontiac; one son, Walter Butlin, Detroit; three sisters, Mrs. Asa Droullard and Mrs. Laura Rodgrigues, St. Clair; and Mrs. Leon Shedd, Detroit; four brothers, John Reynolds, St. Clair, James Reynolds, Mt. Clemens; William Reynolds, Detroit; and Eugene Reynolds, LaGrange, Ill., and six grandchildren."
Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love