DALE CEMETERY INFORMATION & OBITUARIES

 

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JAMES M. E. ABBOTTS (16 JAN 1929 - 9 NOV 2002)

 

   James M. E. Abbotts, 73, of Beaverton, died Nov. 9, 2002 at Metropolitan Hospital in Grand Rapids. Mr. Abbotts was born January 16, 1929 to Albert and Lucille (Ashley) Abbotts in Detroit. He had resided in Gladwin since 1973 and lived previously in Milford. He married Sarah Stewart in Covington, Kentucky Aug. 4, 1951. He was a machinist and retired in 1991 after 15 years from Brown Machine in Beaverton. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Beaverton.

   He is survived by his wife, who lives in Beaverton; three sons, David (Tammy) Abbotts of Hartland, Richard (Mary Ellen) Abbotts of Beaverton, Scott (Linda) Abbotts of Florida; his grandchildren, Megan Abbotts of Hartland, Lance Abbotts of Hartland, Christopher Abbotts of Beaverton, Matthew Abbotts of Beaverton and Brady Abbotts of Colo.; a sister, Alberta DuPree of Farmington; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.

   Funeral services will be held Saturday, Nov. 30 at 11 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Beaverton with the Rev. Karen Blatt officiating. The family will be accepting visitors at the church that day from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Memorial contributions may be made to First Presbyterian Church in Beaverton. Arrangements were handled by Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 11-13/2002 Column - 2 Page - 2

 

DEBORAH K. ACKER (2 MAR 1952 - 19 OCT 1996)

 

JACK ACKER (1953 - ?)

 

RONALD N. ALBURG (6 JAN 1960 - 15 OCT 1991)

 

Ronald N. Alburg, 31, of 1080 Levely Rd., Beaverton, died Tuesday, Oct. 15, 1991, in the University of Michigan Medical Center, after an illness of 5 months. Born in Saginaw, Jan. 1, 1960, he had spent most of his life in Beaverton. Mr. Alburg was a member of St. Anne's Catholic Church in Edenville. He was a mechanic at Maxwell Farms. Mr. Alburg and the former Nancy Jeska were married June 25, 1983, in Edenville.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by a son, Abraham, at home; 2 daughters, Amanda and Rebecca, at home; his parents, James and Shirley Alburg of Beaverton; and a brother, James of Beaverton. Services were held Friday at 11 a.m. from St. Anne's Catholic Church. The Rev. Father James Heller officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. A wake service was held at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Gladwin County Record dated 10-23/1991 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

ARCHIE L. ANDERSON (7 MAY 1898 - 22 JAN 1965)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR ARCHIE ANDERSON

 

   Rites were held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home for Archie L. Anderson, 67, of Beaverton, who passed away Friday in Saginaw Veterans Hospital after an illness of two months. The Rev. Gordon Showers officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Born in Mars, Pa. on May 7, 1897, he was employed as an oil well driller. A veteran of World War I he had lived for 25 years in Gladwin County. He was married to the former Myrtle Kesser on March 26, 1918 and she preceded him in death Jan. 29, 1957. On June 18, 1960, he married the former Doris Schmidt, who survives.

   Other survivors include two sons, Dale, of North Carolina, and Thomas, of Beaverton; five daughters, Mrs. Mildred Lockett, of Ohio, Mrs. Gladys Killian, Mrs. Deloris Mitchell, all of Beaverton, and Mrs. Velma Dorsey, of Empire; one brother, Donald, of Akron, Ohio; and a sister, Mrs. Ethel Loomis, of Atwater, Ohio; 20 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Gladwin County Record dated 01-27/1965 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

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CHARLES VERNELL ANDERSON (4 JULY 1904 - 26 JULY 1973)

 

Charles Vernell Anderson, 69, of Beaverton, died suddenly of a heart attack Thursday, July 26, at his home. Born in Saginaw July 4, 1904 he came to Beaverton in 1959 from Midland, and operated a furniture store until 1962. Mr. Anderson and the former Erma Sawvel were married June 27, 1926, in Bay City.

   Surviving are his wife Erma; 2 daughters, Mrs. Betty Jean Lee of Bay City and Mrs. Dee (Darleen) Brownell of Midland; and 1 son, William Re. Anderson of Auburn; 6 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Services were held Saturday at 2:00 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton, with the Rev. Zina Bennett officiating, and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-01/1973 Column - 8 Page - 2

 

ERMA I. (SAWVEL) ANDERSON (24 AUG 1903 - 25 DEC 1976)

 

Mrs. Erma I. Anderson, 73, of the Maple Manor in Gladwin, died suddenly of a heart attack at her home on Saturday, Dec. 25. Born in Gratiot County on August 24, 1903, she came to Gladwin County in 1959 from Midland. She was a member of the Gladwin Senior Citizens Club. The former Erma Sawvell, she was married to Charles V. (Andy) Anderson on June 27, 1926, in Bay City. He preceded her in death on July 26, 1973.

   Surviving are one son, William of Auburn; 2 daughters, Mrs. Betty Jean Day of Gladwin and Mrs. Darleen Brownell of Midland; 2 brothers, Milo Sawvell of West Branch and Lavon Dice of Midland; 3 sisters, Mrs. Donna Bell Engle of Breckenridge, Mrs. Olive Hegle of Florida and Mrs. Sylvia Boyd of Texas; 7 grandchildren and one great grandchild.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Donald Bates officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 12-29/1976 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

MYRTLE I.  (KESSER) ANDERSON (20 JAN 1901 - 29 JAN 1957)

 

SERVICES FRIDAY FOR BEAVERTON RESIDENT

 

   Mrs. Myrtle Anderson, 56, a resident of Beaverton Township since 1939, died at her home on Tuesday, January 29. She was born on January 20, 1901, in Pennslyvania, the daughter of Alice and William Kesser. On March 26, 1918, she was married to Archie Anderson in Maryland.

   Surviving are her husband, Archie; two sons, Dale of Grout Township and Thomas of Beaverton; five daughters, Mildred Lockert of Waterford, Gladys Killian, Dolores Mitchell and Lois Mitchell, of Beaverton, and Velma Dorsey of Empire; 18 grandchildren; two brothers, William Kesser of Wyandotte and John Kesser of New Milford, Ohio, and one sister, Viola Pilot, of West Virginia.

   Funeral services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. at the Beaverton Methodist Church with the Rev. Verne Summers officiating. Burial will be in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-30/1957 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

BARBARA S. (WHITMER) ANDRIST (1939 - ?)

 

JAMES L. ANDRIST (1931 - ?)

 

ANNA ELIZABETH AREHART (26 AUG 1897 - 8 MAY 1970)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO ANNA AREHART

 

   Miss Anna Elizabeth Arehart, 72, of Tobacco Township, died Friday, May 8, at the Elsie Schnepp Nursing Home, Beaverton, following an illness of two years. Born August 26, 1897, in Johnstown, Pa., she attended schools there and moved to the Beaverton area with her parents in 1918, when she was 21 years old. She had lived on the same farm every since. Her parents were Russell and Jane Marsh Arehart. Surviving are one sister, Mrs. Carrie Hildrebrand of Ashland, Ohio; two brothers, Merle Arehart of Ludington, and Larry Arehart of Beaverton and several nieces and nephews.

   Services were held Monday at 10:30 a.m. at the Miner-Mathew Funeral Home with the Rev. Henry List officiating and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-13/1970 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

CHARLES L. AREHART (1 APRIL 1889 - 1 JULY 1955)

 

CHARLES AREHART BURIED AT DALE

 

   Funeral services for Charles L. Arehart, 66, were held Monday at 2:00 p.m., at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren with the Rev. Ernest Jehnsen officiating. Interment was made in the Dale cemetery. The son of Mr. and Mrs. Russell Arehart, he was born April 1, 1889 at Toronto, Ohio. He was married May 6, 1912 to the former Miss Sadie Gates at Johnstown, Pa. She preceded him in death several years ago. Mr. Arehart lived near Beaverton from 1935-1945 when he returned to Johnstown, coming to Beaverton again in 1954 to make his home here with his daughter, Mrs. Jesse Rolley. He was a coal miner and steel worker by occupation.

   Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Jesse Rolley of Beaverton, Mrs. Genenie Grow of Johnstown, Pa.; three grandchildren; four brothers, Larry of Beaverton, Joseph  of Binghampton, N.Y., Merle of Ludington, and Ira of Lachine; three sisters, Miss Anna Arehart of Beaverton, Mrs. Arza Mullet of Mt. Pleasant and Mrs. Doyle Hildenbrand of Nankin, Ohio. Pallbearers were Bill Bergman, Tom Bergman, Lawrence Bergman, Gordon Dundas, Clayton McKimmy and Harley Quellet. Gladwin County Record dated 0706/1955 Column - 1 Page - 1

  

IRA R. AREHART (10 MARCH 1882 - 4 APRIL 1959)

 

FORMER BEAVERTON MAN DIES

 

   Ira Russell Arehart, 77, died in Alpena Saturday, April 4, following an illness of one and one-half years. He was born in Homestead, Pa., March 10, 1882. A carpenter, he moved to Alpena from Beaverton 25 years ago.

   Survivors include three brothers, Joe of New York, Merle of Ludington, and Larry, of Beaverton; three sisters, Miss Anna Arehart of Beaverton, Mrs. Ruby Mullett of Mt. Pleasant, and Mrs. Carrie Hildebrand of Nankin, Ohio; and two nieces, Mrs. Archie Groves of Pennslyvania, and Mrs. Jessie Rolley, of Beaverton.

   Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Carl Hilbert officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-08/1959 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

JANE (JENNY) AREHART (12 DEC 1865 - 28 OCT 1930)

 

Mrs. Jenny Arehart died Oct. 28, 1930, at Johnstown, Penn., after an illness of eight weeks. Miss Jenny Marsh was born Dec. 12, 1865, at Johnstown, Penn., and was married there to Russell Arehart in 1883. Fifteen children were born to them of whom seven, Ira, Hare, Charles, Anna, Joe, Ruby, Carrie, Merle and Zelora are living. One son Terry, who was in the World's war, went down with the Cyclops.

   They moved from Johnstown, Penn., to Beaverton, Mich., in 1920 where Mr. Arehart died. After his death Mrs. Arehart and three sons moved back to Johnstown, Penn. She leaves to mourn her loss one sister, Mrs. Sue Arehart of Flint; six sons and three daughters, Mrs. Linden Granson, Mrs. Hial Hildebrand and Miss Nina Arehart, and nine grandchildren.

   Her body was brought to Beaverton where services were held by Rev. Perry Arnold, followed by burial beside her husband at the Dale cemetery. The singers were Mrs. Arnold and Mrs. Ira McKimmey. Her four sons and two sons-in-law acted as pallbearers. Gladwin County Record dated 11-06/1930 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

LARRY T. AREHART (1 SEP 1911 - 29 MARCH 1985)

 

Larry T. Arehart, 73, of 400 Knox St., Beaverton, died Friday, March 9, at his home. Born in Johnstown, Pa.., Sept. 11, 1911, he came to Gladwin County in 1936. He retired as a mechanic for Dow Chemical Co. Jan. 1, 1970 and was a member of the Beaverton Baptist Church.

   Mr. Arehart was married to the former Marjorie Bergman Aug. 22, 1936, in Beaverton. Besided his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Melody Walters of Clare. Services were held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Beaverton Baptist Church. The Rev. Brian Wright officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 04-03/1985 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

MARJORIE C. (BERGMAN) AREHART (30 JULY 1915 - 4 FEB 1988)

 

Marjorie C. Arehart, 72, of Beaverton Apartments, died Thursday, Feb. 4, in the Midland Hospital Center after a long illness with cancer. Born in Beaverton, July 30, 1915, she had spent her lifetime there. She taught in the Beaverton schools and was a member of the Beaverton Baptist Church.

   The former Marjorie Bergman, she was married to Larry Arehart Aug. 22, 1936, in Beaverton. He preceded her in death March 29 1985. Surviving are one daughter, Melodie Walters of Clare; 3 sisters, Mrs. Eleanor Tucker of Phoenix, Ariz., Mrs. Jean Berner and Mrs. Anne Mowery of Midland; and one brother, Calvin Bergman of Beaverton. Three brothers also preceded her in death.

   Services were held Sunday at 3 p.m. from the Beaverton Baptist Church. Pastor Brian Wright officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 02-10/1988 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

RUSSELL B. AREHART (21 SEP 1858 - 23 JULU 1920)

 

Russel Arehart was born in Ridgeway, Harden county, Ohio, Sept. 21, 1858, and departed this life at Highwood, July 23, 1920, aged 62 years, 10 months and 27 days. He was the father of 15 children, of whom nine are living; Charlie of Johnstown, Pa., Ira, David, Joseph, Anna, Ruby, Carrie, Merl and Zelva, all at home. He had a son who was lost on the Battleship Cyclops. Mr. Arehart came to Michigan from Johnstown, Pa. selling his home there and coming to Gladwin county to get a bigger farm so as to have his children all near him, but he was only here a little over a year before he fell a victim of the dreadful disease, cancer of the stomach. He was the youngest son of 14 children, of whom of only four are living; David of Otter Lake, Burris in Ohio, and two sisters, Mrs. R.M. Gregg of Pine Stump and Lizzie Westcott of Ohio. He leaves one niece, Mrs. Emma Bird and one nephew, Frank Crumpacker of Pine Stump.

   Mr. Arehart was a man of high morals, beloved by all who knew him. Rev. Perry Arnold preached the funeral sermon, and he was laid to rest in the Dale Cemetery. He was taken to his Nephew's home at Pine Stump where the funeral was held at the house. Pall Bearers were W. H. Snyder, Andrew Snyder, Phillip Ottegen, Henry Schaffer, James Dundas, and Wm. Rhodes. Gladwin County Record dated 08-12/1920 Column - 5 Page - 5

 

MRS. EDWARD ARMBUSTER (27 JAN 1868 – 31 DEC 1937)

 

Mrs. E. Armbruster Dies in Tobacco Township Funeral services were, held at the Beaverton Methodist church Sunday, January 2, for Mrs. Edward Armbruster, conducted by Rev. R. H. Nicodemus. Burial was at Beaverton cemetery. Mrs. Armbruster died December 31, 1937, at her home in Tobacco township, and was born January 27, 1868, at Alniont, Lapeer county

She had been a resident of Beaverton and Tobacco townships for several years.

 

She is survived by her husband, Edward Armbruster, a daughter, Mrs. George Fruchey, two sisters, Mrs. Frank Dell of Port Huron and Mrs. William Bean of Almont, a brother, Roy Bannister of Hale, three grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 1-12/1938 Column – 1 Page – 4.

 

JOHN EDWARD ARMBUSTER (1863 - 8 SEP 1938)

 

GENEVIEVE M. ARMSTRONG (14 SEP 1904 - 28 OCT 1998)

 

RAYMOND N. ARMSTRONG (2 SEP 1896 - 5 MARCH 1970) 

 

SERVICES HELD FOR RAY ARMSTRONG

 

   Raymond N. Armstrong, 73 of Beaverton, died Thursday, March 5, in Saginaw Veterans Hospital after a long illness. Born in Estey on Sept. 2, 1896, he had lived in Gladwin County for 24 years. Mr. Armstrong was retired from Dow Chemical Co. and a veteran of World War I. He was married to the former Genevieve Hunter on May 19, 1922, in Grayling.

   Surviving besides his wife, are three sons, Richard and Lee, of Midland and Francis, of Hope; two daughters, Mrs. Dorothy Ostrander of Hope, and Mrs. Margaret Green, of Midland; 22 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. A Rosary was said at 8 p.m. Sunday at the Hall Funeral Home. Services were held Monday at 11 a.m. from the Sacred Heart Church. The Rev. Father Edward Trombley officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-11/1970 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

MARGUERITE WYNONAH (STOCKFORD) ARNCE (24 AUG 1893 - 1 APRIL 1910)

 

YOUNG WIFE SHOT HERSELF

 

WIFE OF HENRY CLAY ARNCE OF TOBACCO TOWNSHIP

 

UNHAPPY, TIRED OF LIFE

 

DELIBERATELY COMMITS SUICIDE---CORONER'S JURY INVESTIGATES.

 

   The community near Dundas Corners in Tobacco township was electrified by the suicide Thursday of the wife of Clay Arnce. While returning for a call on the neighbors, and in the best of spirits, Marguerite Wynonah Arnce deliberately shot herself through the heart with a 22-revolver that she had picked up from the window sill of her stepson's bedroom. Just before she fired the fatal shot she called the attention of her husband, requesting him to watch her. She had prepared a letter in which she acknowledge premeditated suicide, giving unhappiness as the reason. Death from the shot was almost instantaneous. She was married in 1907, when only 14, to Henry Clay Arnce, a one armed soldier of 65. She leaves a daughter one year old.

   The subject of the sad affair was born in Owosso, Aug. 24, 1893, and moved to Gladwin with her parents in 1895, and has since resided in Tobacco township. Besides husband and child her mother and one brother survive. Her maiden name was Stockford. Dr. F. S. Pierce, coroner, arrived on the scene in half an hour after the shot to find life extinct, and together with David Reymore, Philip Ottgen, William Quellet, William Berger, William Pary and William Woodby, jurors, held an inquest, and after hearing the testimony of several witnesses arrived at a verdict of voluntary suicide.

   Funeral was held Saturday in Tobacco town hall, followed by interment in Dale cemetery. About a year ago. Mrs. Arnce attempted suicide with carbolic acid, but was saved by prompt medical action. Gladwin County Record dated 04-21/1910 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

HAROLD BLISS ARNOLD (MAY 1920 - 10 MARCH 1921)

 

"Death has come as a reaper, And garnered the flowers first. He transplanted them up in heaven. Where they'lll grow and flourish most." Harold Bliss Arnold was born April 12, 1920, and died March 10, 1921, aged ten months and 28 days. Harold was taken ill with pneumonia about two weeks ago and for all that willing hands could do Jesus called him home.

   Mother and father, grandparents, aunts and uncles, and hosts of relatives and friends will miss him, for so soon he had won a warm place in their hearts.

 

CARDS OF THANKS

 

   We sincerely thank the friends and neighbors for the sympathy and help during the sickness and death of our darling baby boy. Also for the beautiful floral offerings.

     Mr. and Mrs. Perley Arnold

     Mr. and Mrs. Perry Arnold and family

     Mr. and Mrs. Henry Rau and family

     Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Ward

Gladwin County Record dated 03-17/1921 Column - 2 Page - 4

 

FREDERICK ASCH, SR (25 JULY 1895 - 23 SEP 1980)

 

Frederick Asch Sr., 85, of the Michigan Veterans Facility, Grand Rapids, died Tuesday, Sept. 23, after a long illness. Born in Munger on July 25, 1895, he lived in Gladwin County from 1905 to 1945. Mr. Asch was a farmer, stone mason and landscaper. He served in the Red Arrow Division during World War I and was a member of the R.L.D.S. Church, the V.F.W. and American Legion.

   Mr. Asch and the former Catherin Farney were married in 1920. She preceded him in death. Surviving are 4 sons, Gordon of Webster Grove, Mo., Fred Jr. and Doyle of Midland and Leo of Beaverton; one daughter, Mrs. Gary (Yvonne) Morley of Coleman; 3 brothers, Samuel Jr. of Beaverton, William and David of Midland; 3 sisters, Mrs. Edith Burke and Mrs. Elizabeth Collett of Midland and Mrs. Mabel Grove of Flint; a half-brother L.A. Cheney; 13 grand-grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.

   Rites will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Elder Leon Methner will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-24/1980 Column - 5 Page - 2 

 

JOY H. ASCH (? - 1942)

 

JUNE M. (LEE) ASCH (3 JUNE 1928 - 16 APRIL 1978)

 

Mrs. June Asch, 49, of 1860 Francis St., Midland, died Sunday, April 16, in the Midland Hospital Center after a long illness. Born in Beaverton Township on June 3, 1928, she moved to Midland County 30 years ago. She was a member of the Gladwin F.O.E. Auxiliary No. 3292 and the Midland Order of Eastern Stars. The former June Lee, she was married to Doyle Asch on January 17, 1948, in Detroit.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by 2 sons, Steven of Sanford and Donald of Beaverton; one daughter, Robin, at home; her mother, Mrs. Tamsen Lee of Beaverton; one sister, Mrs. Wanda Cone of Gladwin; 3 brothers, Robert and Richard of Beaverton and Ronald of Clare; and 4 grandchildren.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. James Braid officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-19/1978 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

KATHERINE "KATRINA" (VERNIE) ASCH (1863 - 16 NOV 1929)

 

Mrs. Samuel Asch died Nov. 15, 1929, at her home in Beaverton, having been a resident there since 1911. Katrina Vernie was born Sept. 22, 1863 at Berne, Switzerland, and was married there in 1888 to Samuel Asch. Eleven children, eight sons and three daughters, were born to them.

   In 1895 Mr. and Mrs. Asch moved to America, locating first in Pennsylvania, where they were employed on a dairy farm. They came to Michigan in 1897, and located in Beaverton in 1911. Mrs. Asch will be sadly missed by surviving family and friends. Gladwin County Record dated 12-05/1929 Column - 3 Page - 4

 

NAOMI (KINSEY) ASCH (15 AUG 1882 - 16 MARCH 1955)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS. SAMUEL ASCH

 

   Funeral services for Mrs. Naomi Asch, 72, were held Saturday afternoon at 2 p.m. at the Latter Day Saints church in Beaverton with the Elder Harold Keeley and Elder Lewis Grice officiating.  Mrs. Asch suffered a cerebal hemorrage Tuesday afternoon and was taken to the Midland Hospital, where she passed away 24 hours later.

   The former Miss Naomi Kinsey, she was born August 15, 1882 at Brant, Mich. In August 1931 she was married to Samuel Asch Sr. The Asch's lived on a farm south of Beaverton until a few years ago when they retired and moved to Beaverton. Mrs. Asch was a member of the Latter Day Saints church here.

   She is survived by her husband, Samuel Asch Sr., one son, L.A. Cheney of Williamston; seven step sons, Chris of Bay City, Edward of Flint, Fred, Albert, William and David, all of Midland and Samuel Jr. of Beaverton; Mrs. Edith Burke of Midland and Mrs. Mable Groves of Flint; 43 grandchildren; three siters, Mrs. Ruth Babbit of Owosso, Mrs. Lydia Griffeth of Brant and Mrs. Lizzie Davis of Corunna; and four brothers, Orville of Owosso, Aury of Beaverton, Grant and Lester of Muskegon.

   Interment was made in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-16/1955 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

SAMUEL ASCH JR. (6 JULY 1904 - 14 JUNE 1996)

 

Samuel Asch Jr., 91, of Beaverton, died Friday, May 31, 1996 at the Gladwin Pines Nursing Home. Born July 6, 1904 in Munger, he farmed in Tobacco Township most of his life. Mr. Asch was an elder in the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Beaverton. He married the former Fern Rosevear June 26, 1937 in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, David Asch and Julieann VanNest of Iowa City, Iowa, and Howard and Victoria Asch of Beaverton; one daughter, Mary Jane and Richard Miller of Holt; one sister, Mabel Grove of Flint; and 5 grandchildren. He was preceded in death; by 2 sisters, 7 brothers and a step-brother.

   Rites were held at 11 a.m. Monday from the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Beaverton. Elder Richard Hamilton officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the church. Arrangements were handled by the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 06-05/1996 Column - 4 Page - 7

 

SAMUEL ASCH SR. (22 FEB 1866 - 31 JAN 1956)

 

SERVICES FRIDAY FOR SAMUEL ASCH

 

   Samuel Asch, Sr., 89, passed away at the home of his daughter in Midland Tuesday after several weeks illness. Mr. Asch was born Feb. 22, 1866 in Berne, Switzerland. He spent the last 45 years in Beaverton, coming there from Bay county. He had been in the United States for 61 years. Mr. Asch was a member of the RLDS Church of Beaverton.

   Survivors are seven sons, Christ of Bay City, Edward of Flint, Fred, William, Albert and David of Midland, and Samuel Jr. of Beaverton; three daughters, Mrs. Elizabeth Collett and Mrs. Edith Burke of Midland, and Mrs. Mabel Groves of Flint; 45 grandchildren and 59 great grandchildren. His wife and one son, John are deceased. Services will be held in the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Beaverton, Friday, February 3, at 2 p.m. The Elder L. E. Grice of Midland will officiate. Burial will be in the Dale cemetery with his sons as pallbearers. Gladwin County Record dated 02-01/1956 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

NINA E. (DUNHAM) AYERS (30 OCT 1895 - 29 DEC 1969)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS. AYERS

 

   Services were held Monday, Dec. 29, for Mrs. Nina E. Ayers, 74, of 108 Park Lane, Beaverton, who died Dec. 6, after a brief illness. Born in Birch Run October 30, 1895. Mrs. Ayers came to Gladwin County about three months ago from Angola, Ind.

   Surviving are six daughters, Mrs. Mary Lochner, Bryan, Ohio, Mrs. Naomi Daly, Huntington, Tex., Mrs. Ruth Tanner, Angola, Ind., Mrs. Doris Lake, Coldwater, Mich., Mrs. Clara Rumsey, Hollywood, Fla., Mrs. Ramona Gehring, Wilketville, Ind., two sons, Raymond of Hamilton, Ind., and Larry of Fort Wayne, Ind.; four sisters, Mrs. Abbie Bergman and Mrs. Essie McKimmy, both of Beaverton, Mrs. Isabelle Glidden, Flint, and Mrs. Helen Barton, both of Flint.

   Officiating at the 10:30 a.m. services Monday, at the Hall Funeral Home, was the Rev. F. E. Voller. Burial was in Dale Cemetery, Beaverton.Gladwin County Record dated 12-30/1969 Column - 7 Page - 1

 

ELSIE L. (REISIG) AYLSWORTH (1933 - ?)

 

LILLIAN O. (GRAHAM) AYLSWORTH (28 JUNE 1911 - 24 APRIL 1996)

 

   Lillian O. Aylsworth, 84, of Muir and formerly of Gladwin, died Wednesday, April 24, 1996 at the Ionia County Memorial Hospital. Born June 28, 1911 in Cadillac, she resided in Gladwin, Flint and Huntsville, Ala. Mrs. Aylsworth moved to Muir in 1985. She was a life member of the Gladwin Order of the Eastern Star. The former Lillian Graham married Reuben Aylsworth Feb. 11, 1928 in Jackson. He preceded her in death in January 1985.

   Surviving are 3 daughters, Mildred and husband Gerald Graves of Ionia, Helen and husband Patrick Hopper of Collingsville, Ill., and Nine and husband Robert Mitchell of Huntsville, Ala.; one son, Merle and wife Elsie Aylsworth of Gladwin; one brother, Harry Graham of Middletown, Ohio; one sister, Jane Beebe of Stanton; 16 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; and 9 great-great-grandchildren.

   Rites were held at 11 a.m. Monday from the Hull Memorial Chapel in Muir. The Rev. Larry Howland officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. An Order of the Eastern Star memorial service was held Sunday at 7 p.m. at the funeral home, where a memorial fund for the wishes of the family may be left. Gladwin County Record dated 05-01/1996 Column - 3 Page - 7   

 

MERLE D. AYLSWORTH (23 MARCH 1933 - 13 OCT 1996)

 

Merle D. Aylsworth, 63, of Gladwin, died Sunday, Oct. 13, 1996 at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center -Midland. Born March 23, 1933 in St. Johnson, he was self-employed in the bar business in Flint. Mr. Aylsworth came to Gladwin in December 1971. He married the former Elsie Reisig April 6, 1957 in Flint.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Jeff and wife Bonnie of DesPlaines, Ill.; 2 daughters, Elizabeth and husband Clark Bradley of Gladwin, and Pamela Aylsworth of Grand Rapids; a son-in-law, Michael Mewhiney of Gladwin; 3 sisters, Mildred and husband Eugene Greaves of Muir, Helen and Patrick Hopper of Illinois, and Nina and Robert Mitchell of Alabama; 6 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Kathryn Mewhiney.

   At Mr. Aylsworth request, no services will be held. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Sisson Funeral Home of Gladwin. Memorials may be made to the family. Gladwin County Record dated 10-16/1996 Column - 4 Page - 7  

 

REUBEN H. AYLSWORTH (6 APRIL 1905 - JAN 1985)

 

Reuben H. Aylsworth, 79, of Huntsville, Ala. And formerly of Gladwin, died Thursday, Jan. 24, in the Humana Hospital, Huntsville, following a long illness. Born at Lake Ann April 6, 1905, he came to Gladwin County in 1966. He was a millwright for General Motors in Flint. Mr. Aylsworth was a member of the Benzonia F & A M Lodge 460. He was married to the former Lillian Graham Feb. 11, 1928, in Jackson.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Merle of Gladwin; 3 daughters, Mrs. Eugene (Mildred) Kettelson of Gladwin, Mrs. Patrick (Helen) Hopper of Missouri and Mrs. Robert (Nina) Mitchell of Alabama; 2 brothers, Bob and Gordon of Flint; 17 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 2 children, 2 sisters and 3 brothers.

   Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Roger Hardy officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. The Gladwin Masonic Lodge 397 held a memorial service Monday at 7 p.m. Gladwin County Record dated 01-30/1985 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

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PATRICIA LYNN BABCOCK (15 MAY 1964 - 15 SEP 1965)

 

BURNS ARE FATAL TO LITTLE GIRL

 

   Patricia Lynn Babcock, 1, of Beaverton, died last Wednesday at the Gladwin Hospital, after she accidently scalded herself with boiling water when she crawled into the tub and turned on the water. Coroner Donald Hall said a pathologist's report stated she died of adrenal insufficiency caused by first and second degree burns.

   Born on May 15, 1964, Patricia is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Babcock, Beaverton; her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Killian, Beaverton, and Mrs. Ina Babcock, of Coleman; one great grandfather, George Thompson, of Mancelona.

   Services were held at 3 p.m. Saturday from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Gordon Showers officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-22/1965 Column - 6 Page - 1   

 

ROBERT W. BADNER (MARCH 1966 - JAN 1974)

 

EDITH E. (CONLEY) BAIN (6 NOV 1900 - 22 NOV 1986)

 

Edith E. Bain, 86, of 240 E. M-61, Gladwin, died Saturday, Nov. 22, in the Midland Hospital Center after a long illness. Born in Webster, W. Va., Nov. 6, 1900, she came to Gladwin County in 1959 from Pontiac. Mrs. Bain was a registered nurse at St. Joseph Hospital in Pontiac. She was a member of the Hay Senior Citizens Club and served as a nurse with the American Red Cross during World War I. The former Edith Conley, she was married to Forest Bain in 1952 in Kentucky. He preceded her in death Nov. 30, 1962.

   Surviving are one daughter, Edith Moncrief of Pontiac; one brother, George Reed of Gladwin; and several nieces and nephews. Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Carter Miller officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-26/1986 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

FOREST M. BAIN (21 OCT 1892 - 30 NOV 1962)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO FOREST BAIN

 

   Forest M. Bain, 70 died Friday at Gladwin following a short illness. A former tool and die maker with General Motors Truck and Coach Co., he came to Gladwin County from Pontiac five years ago. He was born on Oct. 21, 1892 in Groveland Township, Oakland County, was married to his wife, Edith, who survives him, in Kentucky in 1952. He lived at Wooden Shoe Village.

   Survivors besides his wife are seven son, Kenneth, of Pontiac, Donald, of Drayton Plains, Herman of Coal Valley, Ill., Norman, of Grand Blanc, Willard, of Washington, Francis of Hartland, and Milton, of Argentine; two daughters, Mrs. Gladys Forys, of Clifford, and Mrs. Edna Brooks, of Davisburg, a step-daughter, Mrs. Edith Moncrieff, of Pontiac; two brothers, Claude of Detroit, and Ivan, of Pontiac; two sisters, Mrs. Irene Adams and Mrs. Iola Walters, of Waterford; and 24 grandchildren.

   Funeral services were held Monday at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home with Rev. Gordon Showers officiating. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record 12-05/1962 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

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DARLENE K. (BROWN) BALZER (30 JULY 1944 - 25 JUNE 1987)

 

Darlene K. Balzer, 42, of 2140 E. M-61, Gladwin, died suddenly Thursday morning, June 25, at 417 S. Ross St., Beaverton. Born in Gladwin July 30, 1944, she had spent her lifetime in Gladwin County. She was a member of the Cedar River Riding Club. The former Darlene Brown, she was married to Ray Balzer Aug. 11, 1962, in Gladwin.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by one son, Jeff of Gladwin; one daughter, Mrs. Russ (Susan) Smith of Gladwin; one sister, Mrs. Yvonne Dubay of Saginaw; her mother-in-law, Mrs. Mary Jane Dutcher of Gladwin; and one grandson.

   Services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeal Home. The Rev. John Mishler officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Michael Lee Smith Leukemia Fund. Gladwin County Record dated 07-01/1987 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

OLA MAE (RISE) BARBER (19 APRIL 1933 - 22 JUN 1984)

 

Ola M. Barber, 51, of Midland, died Friday, June 22, in the Midland Hospital Center following a long illness. Ola M. Rise was born April 19, 1933, in Beaverton and had been a lifelong resident of this area. She was a member of the Auburn United Methodist Women and was the church organist for 15 years.

   Surviving are one son, Thomas Dubey of Munger, 5 daughters, Mrs. John (Yvonne) Marsh and Mrs. Joseph (Karen) Richardson of Auburn, Mrs. Kim (Vickie) Lynch of Midland, Mrs. David (Rosemary) Standfest of Traverse City and Mrs. Bruce (Dianne) Standfest of Utica; one brother, Donald of Mt. Pleasant, 3 sisters, Mrs. Ilene Brown of Bowling Green, Ohio, Mrs. Maxine Seipke of Gladwin and Mrs. Wanda Malosh of Beaverton. She was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Dawn Marsh, in March.

   Services were held June 25, at the Auburn United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Joseph Ablett officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 07-04/1984 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

NONA ELLA (WAGNER) BARD (3 JULY 1911 - 27 JULY 1992)

 

Nola Ella Bard, 81, of Lapeer, died Monday, July 27, 1992. She was born in Beaverton on July 3, 1911, and lived her lifetime in Lapeer. She retired from Lapeer Manufacturing in 1976. She is survived by several cousins.

   Rites will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. from the Baird-Newton Funeral Home in Lapeer. The Rev. Dave Stewart will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 07-29/1992 Column - 2 Page - 2  

 

MARY JANE (GODDEN) BARRETT (3 MAY 1854 - 31 MARCH 1911)

 

Mrs. Charles W. Barrett, who died at her residence in this city Friday has resided in Beaverton for nineteen years. She suffered from a chronic disease for 25 years. Mary Jane Godden was born in Ross county, Ohio, May 3, 1854 was united in marriage with Charles W. Barrett in 1877. She found her Savior in 1876, and united with the M. E. church of which she was still a member. She was an ideal wife and mother, and a true neighbor and friend, and the entire community mourns her loss. She was the mother of three children, Alpha, Clyde and Carl, and she leaves her husband, and one son Carl, and daughter-in-law who resides in Bay City. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Day of Grout at the M.E. church here Sunday. Interment in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-06/1911 Column - 5 Page - 1   

 

WILLIAM BARSTENS? (FEB 1888 - FEB 1919)

 

ERIC LYNN BEAL (12 DEC 1967 - 15 JAN 1968)

 

RITES THURSDAY FOR INFANT SON

 

   Eric Lynn Beal, five-week-old son of Mr. and Mrs. George Beal, of Saginaw, died Monday in Detroit Children's Hospital. He was born on Dec. 12, 1967, in Saginaw. Surviving besides his parents are, one brother, George Scott, and one sister, Tatin Dorita, both at home; his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Doane, of Beaverton and Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Beal, of Gladwin; his great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Victor Ricolo , and Waine Eddy, all of Beaverton.

   Rites will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-17/1968 Column - 3 Page - 2   

 

LARRY J. BECK (1938 - ?)

 

GLENN BEEBE (22 JAN 1937 - 2 JAN 1997)

 

Glen Beebe, 59, of Beaverton, died Thursday, Jan. 2, 1997 at the MidMichigan Regional Medical Center-Midland after a short illness. Born Jan. 22, 1937 in Gladwin, he had been employed by the Beaverton Post Office as a letter carrier. Mr. Beebe married the former Ruth Ann Mitchell, July 17, 1965 in Beaverton. He was a member of Avid Outdoorsman and a hunting, fishing and horse enthusiat.

   Besides his wife he is survived by one son, Darrin of Bay City; one daughter, Glenda and husband John Bair of Beaverton; two brothers, Burke and wife Mabel of Gladwin, Carl and wife Pauline of Dundee; three sisters, Joy and husband Bill Curtis of Gladwin, Irma and husband Ted Reger of Farwell and Clara and husband Wayne Gaims of Auburn; and one grandson, Carvin Bair of Beaverton. He was preceded in death by a brother, Floyd Beebe.

   Services were held at 11 a.m. Monday from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton with the Rev. David Stewart officiating. Burial was in the Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery, Beaverton. those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the Gladwin County 4-H Horse Club. Gladwin County Record dated 01-08/1997 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

RUTH ANN BEEBE (20 JAN 1938 - ?)

 

BARBARA M. BELLINGER (1934 - 1993)

 

ROBERT D. BELLINGER (1930 - ?)

 

JAMES MONROE BENDER (1871 - 1 JUNE 1954)

 

FRIDAY SERVICES FOR JAMES BENDER

 

   James Monroe Bender, 82, died Tuesday morning at the Saginaw General Hospital, following an illness of two weeks. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at three o'clock from the Gladwin Methodist church, with the Rev. John R. Scott, pastor of the church, officiating. Burial will be made in Dale cemetery. Mr. Dale may be seen at the Hall Funeral Home until an hour before the service.

   A retired Pere Marquette em- cemetery. Mr. Bender may be seen Elkhart, Indiana, on November 26, 1871. He came to Beaverton in 1910, and moved to Saginaw in 1925, returning to Gladwin upon his retirement, in 1939. In February, 1892, he married Miss Nancy Ellen Mixer in Garrett, Indiana, March 10, 1934. He was a member of the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen.

   Surviving are three sons, Earl F. Bender, Mt. Morris, James R. Bender, Gladwin, Roy M. Bender, Saginaw; two daughters, Mary S. Barlow and Ruth A. McClung, both of Saginaw; 10 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. One son, Jay Allan, died in 1910.

   Mr. Bender's grandsons and great-grandsons will act as pallbearers. Gladwin County Record dated 06-02/1954 Column - 2 Page - 1  

 

JAY A. BENDER (9 NOV 1894 - 19 SEP 1910)

 

   Jay Bender, 15 year old boy, 2 1/2 miles sout of Beaverton, while out hunting Sunday, held his hands over the muzzle of his gun resting on a log. The gun slipped, his hands and head received the charge, and he died Monday. Funeral today. Gladwin County Record dated 09-22/1910 Colum - 5 Page - 1

 

Jay A. Bender who died in Tobacco, Sept. 19, from effects of accidental discharge of a gun, was born Nov. 9, 1894, at Garrett, Ind. He had been a resident of the county only two weeks, coming from Grayling. He was a son of James and Nancy Bender, and his parents, three brothers and two sisters survive. He had been a member of the Baptist church two years. The accident took place at 12:30 Sunday and death followed at 1:00 p.m. Monday the 19th. Funeral was conducted by Rev. McKimmy, Sept. 22, at the residence.

   Mr. and Mrs. Bender extend thanks to many friends for kindness shown during their affliction. Gladwin County Record dated 09-29/1910 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

NANCY E. (MIXER) BENDER (1875 - MARCH 1934)

 

Mrs. James Bender, Tobacco township. Gladwin County Record dated 03-22/1934 Column - 1 Page - 1

 

A. ROSALIE BERGMAN (? - ?)

 

ABBIE M. (DUNHAM) PAXTON BERGMAN (9 SEP 1898 - NOV 1987)

 

Mrs. Abbie Paxton Bergman, 89, of 11854 Oakland Ave., Mt. Morris and formerly of Beaverton, died Thursday, Nov. 19, in the Kith Haven Nursing Home, Flint. Born in Birch Run Sept. 9, 1898, she had moved to Mt. Morris in 1974 from Beaverton. The former Abbie Dunham, she was married to Russell Paxton Feb. 29, 1916, in Beaverton. He died March 21, 1960. She then married Lawrence Bergman Oct. 16, 1965, in Beaverton. He preceded her in death July 31, 1969.

   Surviving are 2 sons, James Paxton of Clare and Louis Paxton of Clio; one daughter, Mrs. Warren (Cleo) Hart of Mt. Morris; one step-son, Calvin Bergman of Beaverton; 6 step-daughters, Mrs. Marjorie Arehart, and Belva Govitz of Beaverton, Mrs. Eleanor Tucker of Apache Junction, Ariz., Mrs. Jean Berner and Mrs. Ann Mowery of Midland, and Mrs. Rosalie Greene of Mt. Pleasant; 2 sisters, Mrs. Isabelle Glidden of Mt. Morries and Mrs. Helen Barton of Florida; 4 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

   Services were held Monday at 11 a.m. from the Dale United Methodist Church and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Gladwin County Record dated 11-25/1987 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

BERL BERGMAN (ABT. 8 DEC 1883 - 8 DEC 1938)

 

BERGMAN SLAYER GETS LIFE TERM

 

   Gordon (Buck Rolland, 20 years old, was sentenced at Harrisville Monday to life in prison at hard labor and was taken to Jackson Tuesday. His mother, living in northern Canada, has not yet learned that her son had killed a man in a shooting that Rolland laid to a night of drinking. Rolland, former Great Lakes seaman, was sentenced only four days after the fatal shooting Thursday of Berl Bergman, manager of the Lookout Inn near Alpena. Rolland reached Windsor before his arrest Saturday.

   Rolland pleaded guilty and after having conferred for 40 minutes with Circuit Judge Herman Dehnke, was sentenced at 2 p.m. Judge Dehnke made no comment on his conversation with Rolland but observed to Rolland in Court, "No one could remember incidents as well as you do if he were very intoxicated." The killing was the first serious trouble in which Rolland had been involved, it was said. News of his fate probably will be given to his mother by Rolland's sister who lives in Detroit.

 

HOLD-UP FATAL TO LOCAL MAN

 

BERL BERGMAN KILLED, WM GILLILAND WOUNDED IN SHOOTING

 

   Berl Bergman, 55, well-known former Beaverton man, was killed last Thursday, and William Gilliland, Gladwin road contractor, was seriously wounded in the abdomen, when they were sot in their beds by Gordon (Buck) Rowland, 21 year-old employee at Lookout Inn, a resort owned by Gilliland and Bergman near Alpena. Both men were staying at the resort and were shot before they had an opportunity to defend themselves by the youthful Rolland who gave robbery as his motive for the shooting when he was picked up in Windsor, Ontario, by State Police and Canadian officials.

   Funeral services for Mr. Bergman were held at the Dale. M. E. church near Beavertn Sunday afternoon and were attended by hundreds of his friends from this vicinity.

 

CONDITIONS IS SERIOUS

 

   Although Mr. Gillihand's condition was described as serious by physicians at the Alpena Hospital today, it is thought that he will recover. Rolland was captured by police in Windsor Saturday and Captain Don Leonard; of the Detroit State Police Post, said that he confessed that a "druken impulse" brought on the murder. "I don't known what got into me," the officer quoted Rowland as saying, "I had been drinking all night and I suddenly had an impulse to get some money anyway I could."

   Rowland who fled to Bay City, Detroit adn finally to Windsor, where he was arrested by Capt. Leonard and Windsor and Michigan state police officers, told police he had gone deer hunting in the upper peninsula after he was paid off at the end of the shipping season. There, he said, he met Gillihand.

 

GOOD FRIENDS

 

   "We got to be pretty good friends and he told me he owned an inn, some cabins and a gas station near Alpena. He said he would give me a job it nothing else showed up, so about two weeks ago I went to the inn and he put me to work."  At the inn, he said, he met Bergman, manager of the inn, and learned that Gillihand was a wealthy contractor who had built many roads in northern Michigan. They gave him living quarters with them at the inn. "The night before the shooting," he told Capt. Leonard, "I borrowed Bergman's coupe and drove to Alpena. I had some drinks at a bar and met a stranger. We had some more drinks and met a couple of girls. I took my girl home, then returned to the inn, where I sat at the bar alone and drank 12 bottles of  beer."

 

WANTED MONEY

 

   It was at the conclusion of this solitary beer drinking that he received the "impulse." "I made up my mind I would get some money and go back to Alpena. I wanted to marry the girl. I knew Bergman and Gillihand would have money and I had seen a gun in Bergman's dresser." Bergman was asleep when he entered the room Bergmand occupied, he told police. " I said 'Hello', Then shot him," Capt. Leonard quoted young Rowland as saying. Leonard said Rowland added:

   I'm Sorry, Bill" "Then I went into Gilliland's room. He was awake and sat up in bed. I said 'I'm sory I have to do this, Bill. "I fired once and he fell back." Then, the officer said, Rowland went through the pockets of both men and left. When he was arrested he had more than $100 with him.

   Leonard said Rowland had made a "clean" confession. "The only thing we're not satisfied about is his story that he wanted to marry the girl" he said. "We believe he was involved with the girl, but we believe the robbery, and robbery alone, was the motive. Rowland, he said. expressed a desire to "get this whole mess over." Leonare said Rowland had promised he would plead guilty when arraigned.

 

SERVICES HELD SUNDAY FOR BERL BERGMAN

 

   Funeral services for Berl Bergman were held Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Dale church, with Rev. Henry Kruelin of Bay City and Rev. H. R. Hodgson of Beaverton officiating. Interment was in the Dale cemetery. Berl Bergman was born in Fulton county, Ohio, and died at the age of 55 years. His wife preceded him in death 22 years ago.

   He is survived by three brothers, Lawrence and Carl of Beaverton and Ralph Of Edenville township, Midland county, and three sisters, Mrs. Alva Quillet and Mrs. Nora Mishler of Beaverton and Mrs. Claude Fairchild of Detroit. Gladwin County Record dated 12-14/1938 Column - 7 & 8 Page - 1

 

CARL JONATHAN BERGMAN (16 FEB 1891 - 14 JAN 1939)

 

Carl Jonathan Bergman, third son of W. S. and Sarah E. Bergman was born near Williamstown, Ohio, February 16, 1891 and departed this life, after a two weeks illness, January 14, 1939. When a small boy he came with his parents to Michigan, locating in Barry County, later moving to Gladwin County, locating near the Dundas Corners. He attended the rural school and Beaverton High school, later taking a short normal course at Ferris Institute, Big Rapids. He taught a rural school for a time. In early manhood he was converted and became a member of the Church of the Brethren, to which faith he remained loyal to the end. On December 24, 1914, he was united in marriage with Sadie Kitchen of this city.

   They made their home here until 1924 when they moved to Detroit and later to Flint where they remained until July, 1937. After a Short residence at Vassar they returned to their home in this city in May of last year. Carl was a consistent Christian, ever true to his conviction and to the light as he saw it. He was a kind, affectionate son and brother, a devoted husband and a friend to all with whom he came in contact. He was preceded in death by his father and mother and his oldest brother, Berl, the latter just six weeks ago.

   Left to mourn are his wife, two brothers, Laurence of this city and Ralph of Midland county, three sisters, Mrs. Chloe Fairchild of Detroit, Mrs. Laura Quelet and Mrs. Nora Mishler of this city, a number of nieces and nephews and a host of friends who will miss him. Funeral services were held at the Beaverton M. E. Church at 2 p.m., January 17, conducted by Rev. Harold Hodgson. Interment in Dale Cemetery. "Blessed are the dead; who die in the Lord." Gladwin County Record dated 01-25/1939 Column - 7 Page - 4

 

DAVID WARREN BERGMAN (27 MAY 1923 - 15 APRIL 1956)

 

MOTHER AND SON PASS AWAY WITHIN 24 HOURS

 

   Death twice within 24 hours visited a Beaverton family, claiming the lives of a mother and her son. Mrs. Myrtle C. Bergman, 61, of near Beaverton, died Saturday evening after a four-month illness. that resulted following a stroke. Her son, David Warren Bergman, 33, of near Beaverton, died Sunday evening at the Veterans hospital in Ann Arbor following a short illness.

   Mrs. Bergman, the former Miss Myrtle Parkinson, was born Oct. 2, 1895 in Berrien county and married Lawrence Bergman May 31, 1914 in Beaverton. With her husband she had resided on a farm in Tobacco township. She had been a resident of the county since a child. Before her illness, she held the office of township clerk. She was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren and of the Ladies Aid society of the church.

   Surviving are her husband, Lawrence; four daughters, Mrs. Marjorie Arehart, of Beaverton; Mrs. Eleanor F. Tucker, of Albuquerque, N. M., and Mrs. Jean Berner, and Miss Ann Bergman, both of Midland; three sons, Lawrence W., Thomas D. and Calvin J., all of Beaverton; 11 grandchildren; one brother, Percy Parkinson, Detroit; and one sister, Mrs. Grace Crowell of Beaverton.

   Funeral services for Mrs. Bergman were held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren, with the Rev. Earl Atkinson officiating. Burial was in the Dale cemetery.

   David W. Bergman was born May 27, 1923 in Beaverton and married the former Miss Belva Murphy in June of 1947. He was a veteran of World War II, having spent four years in the service, two overseas. He had been employed as an operating construction engineer until his illness. Surviving are his wife; two sons, Peter, five, and James, seven; his father, Lawrence; four sisters and three brothers. Funeral services will be Thursday at 2 p.m., at the Dale Methodist Church, with the Rev. Larry Grubaugh officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 04-18/1956 Column - 7 Page - 1 

 

IVA L. (MITCHELL) BERGMAN (12 AUG 1896 - 9 JULY 1971)

 

Mrs. Iva L. Bergman, 74, Route 2, Coleman, died Friday morning, July 9, at the Clare Osteopathic Hospital. Born in Isabella County Aug. 12, 1896, the former Iva L. Mitchell was married to Ralph Bergman in Gladwin County Nov. 20, 1915. She was a member of the Beaverton Methodist Church.

   Surviving are her husband, Ralph; one son, Pete of Coleman; two daughters, Mrs. Harry (Beryl) Brugger and Mrs. Robert (Vesta) King, both of Coleman; two sisters, Mrs. Willis McLaughlin and Mrs. Henry Robson, both of Saginaw; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren. The funeral was held from the O'Laughlin Funeral Home, in Coleman, at 2 p.m., Monday. The Rev. Zina Bennett officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery in Gladwin County. Gladwin County Record dated 07-21/1971 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

JAMES WADE BERGMAN (20 MAY 1948 - 11 NOV 1961)

 

BOY, 13 KILLED BY AUTO

 

   A 13-year-old Beaverton boy lost his life Saturday afternoon when he was struck by a car while pedaling his bicycle a half-mile south of Beaverton on M-18. James Wade Bergman apparently was instantly killed when he was hit by the car driven by Richard G. Grams, 75, of Saginaw, Sheriff Victor Edick said.

   Young Bergman is the son of Mrs. Belva Bergman, of Beaverton. He was on his way to his home south of town on the bike borrowed from a neighborhood chum. Grams told the sheriff that the boy veered towards the middle of the highway into the car's path as he prepared to pass the bicycle. Both vehicles were traveling southward.

   Although Grams pulled to the left in an effort to avoid the collision, the right front fender of his car struck the bicycle and the boy was thrown into the windshield. The bicycle was in the center of the west lane when it was struck, Sheriff Edick said.

   James Wade was born on May 20, 1948, in Gladwin, and had lived his lifetime in Gladwin County. Survivors include his mother, Mrs. Belva Bergman; a brother, Peter William, at home; his grandfather, Lawrence Bergman, of Beaverton; and grandmother, Mrs. Violet Hammerbacker, of Saginaw. His father, David, preceded him in death in 1956.

   Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Dale Methodist Church. The Rev. Gordon Showers officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-15/1961 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

LAWRENCE FRANKLIN BERGMAN (12 JULY 1889 - 31 JULY 1969)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR MR. BERGMAN, 80

 

   Lawrence F. Bergman, 80, of Beaverton, died Thursday, July 31, in the Clare Osteopathic Hospital following an illness of five months. Born in Wood County, Ohio, on July 12, 1889, he came to Gladwin County 73 years ago. Mr. Bergman was a retired carpenter and farmer and a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren.

   He was married to the former Myrtle Parkinson on May 31, 1914. She preceded him in death on April 14, 1956. Mr. Bergman married Abbie Paxton on Oct. 16, 1965, in Beaverton. Besides his wife, he is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Marjorie Arehart, of Beaverton, Mrs. Eleanor Tucker, of Apache Junction, Ariz.; Mrs. John Berner and Mrs. Ann Mowery, of Midland; three sons, Thomas, of Mt. Pleasant, William and Calvin of Beaverton; one brother, Ralph, of Coleman- one sister, Mrs. Nora Mishler, of Coleman; 18 grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

   Services were held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Henry List officiated ad burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 08-06/1969 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

LAWRENCE WILLIAM BERGMAN (6 JUNE 1917 - 14 OCT 1973) 

 

Lawrence W. (Bill) Bergman, 56, of, 1117 VanDyke Rd., Beaverton, died Sunday, October 14, at Midland Hospital, after a long illness. Born in Tobacco Township June 6, 1917, he was a life-long resident of Gladwin County, a veteran of World War II and a member of the Beaverton Veterans of Foreign Wars. He and the former Mildred McKimmy were married in Beaverton July 8, 1948. Mr. Bergman was employed at Dow Chemical Company, in Midland, for over 26 years, retiring last February.

   Surviving are his, wife Mildred; step-mother, Mrs. Abbie Bergman of Beaverton; 2 sons, Daniel of Columbus, Ohio, and Bruce of Beaverton; a daughter, Elaine of Detroit; 4 sisters, Mrs. Larry (Marjorie) Arehart of Beaverton, Mrs. Richard (Eleanor) Tucker of Apache Junction Ariz., Mrs. Donald (Jean) Berner and Mrs. Dallas (Ann) Mowery, both of Midland; and a brother, Calvin of Beaverton.

   A memorial service will be held Friday at 2:00 p.m. at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren and friends will be received at the family home after 4:00 Friday afternoon. Contributions may be made to cancer research through Mrs. Bergman or left at Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 10-17/1973 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

MYRTLE C. (PARKINSON) BERGMAN (2 OCT 1895 - 12 APRIL 1956)

 

MOTHER AND SON PASS AWAY WITHIN 24 HOURS

 

   Death twice within 24 hours visited a Beaverton family, claiming the lives of a mother and her son. Mrs. Myrtle C. Bergman, 61, of near Beaverton, died Saturday evening after a four-month illness. that resulted following a stroke. Her son, David Warren Bergman, 33, of near Beaverton, died Sunday evening at the Veterans hospital in Ann Arbor following a short illness.

   Mrs. Bergman, the former Miss Myrtle Parkinson, was born Oct. 2, 1895 in Berrien county and married Lawrence Bergman May 31, 1914 in Beavertn. With her husband she had resided on a farm in Tobacco township. She had been a resident of the county since a child. Before her illness, she held the office of township clerk. She was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren and of the Ladies Aid society of the church.

   Surviving are her husband, Lawrence; four daughters, Mrs. Marjorie Arehart, of Beaverton; Mrs. Eleanor F. Tucker, of Albuquerque, N. M., and Mrs. Jean Berner, and Miss Ann Bergman, both of Midland; three sons, Lawrence W., Thomas D. and Calvin J., all of Beaverton; 11 grandchildren; one brother, Percy Parkinson, Detroit; and one sister, Mrs. Grace Crowell of Beaverton.

   Funeral services for Mrs. Bergman were held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren, with the Rev. Earl Atkinson officiating. Burial was in the Dale cemetery.

   David W. Bergman was born May 27, 1923 in Beaverton and married the former Miss Belva Murphy in June of 1947. He was a veteran of World War II, having spent four years in the service, two overseas. He had been employed as an operating construction engineer until his illness. Surviving are his wife; two sons, Peter, five, and James, seven; his father, Lawrence; four sisters and three brothers. Funeral services will be Thursday at 2 p.m., at the Dale Methodist Church, with the Rev. Larry Grubaugh officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 04-18/1956 Column - 7 Page - 1

 

RALPH E. BERGMAN (12 NOV 1894 - 25 JULY 1972)

 

Ralph Bergman, 77, of 2855 W. Curtice Road, south of Beaverton, died Tuesday, July 25, at Clare Hospital, following a short illness. Born November 12, 1894, at Woodland, Mr. Bergman had been a resident of the Beaverton area for many years. He was a retired farmer. He and the former Iva L. Mitchell were married November 20, 1915, in Gladwin County and she preceded him in death July 9, 1971.

   Surviving are one son, Pete Bergman of Coleman; two daughters, Mrs. Harry (Beryl) Brugger and Mrs. Robert (Vesta) King, both of Coleman; one sister, Mrs. Nora Mishler of Coleman; nine grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Services will be held Friday at 1:00 p.m. with the Rev. Zina Bennett officiating at the O'Laughlin Funeral Home in Coleman. Burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-26/1972 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

SADIE L. (KITCHEN) BERGMAN (8 MARCH 1893 - 5 MARCH 1959)

 

RITES FOR SADIE BERGMAN TODAY

 

   Funeral services will be held today (Wednesday) at 2 p.m. at the Beaverton Methodist Church for Mrs. Sadie L. Bergman, 66, who died suddenly when she suffered a heart attack Sunday evening at Coleman. She was driving home from visiting her sister-in-law, Mrs. John Soule, at Alma, who is ill. She was accompanied by another sister-in-law, Mrs. Hazel Kithchen, of Beaverton. The Rev. Verne Summers will officiate and burial is in Dale Cemetery.

   The former Miss Sadie L. Kitchen was born on March 8, 1893, in Gladwin Township and was married to Carl Bergman. He preceded her in death in 1938. A lifetime resident of Gladwin County, Mrs. Bergman retired last year from teaching schools in Billings and Winegars for a number of years. She had been a substitute teacher in Beaverton schools this year.

   Survivors include a brother, Leslie Kitchen, of Beaverton; a sister, Mrs. Fleda Force, of Flint; two aunts, Mrs. Stanley Bays, of Saginaw, and MRs. Lydia Baker, of Battle Creek; and several nieces and nephews. Two brothers, Alva and Oliver, preceded her in death. Gladwin County Record dated 10-21/1959 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

SARAH E. BERGMAN (1861 - 1928)

 

THOMAS D. BERGMAN (8 SEP 1918 - 23 FEB 1972)

 

Thomas D. Bergman, 53, of Mt. Pleasant, died Wednesday, Feb. 23, in an automobile accident in Midland County. Born in Beaverton on September 8, 1918, he lived there until 10 years ago when the family moved to Mt. Pleasant. He had served in the Marine Corps during World War II and had been employed at the Dow Chemical Company in Midland for 31 years.

   Mr. Bergman and the former Rosalie Gerhart were married in Missisippi on August 26, 1939. Surviving besides his wife, are one daughter, Mrs. Dennis (Cathi) Lalone of Shepherd; two sons, Gary of Midland and David of Indianapolis; his step-mother, Mrs. Abbie Bergman of Beaverton; four sisters, Mrs. Larry (Marjorie) Arehart of Beaverton; Mrs. Richard (Eleanor) Tucker of Phonix, Ariz.; Mrs. Donald (Jean) Berner and Mrs. Dallas (Ann) Mowery, both of Midland; and two brothers, William and Calvin, both of Beaverton. Funeral services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton with the Rev. Randall Roose officiating. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-01/1972 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

VIOLET (LORD) BERGMAN (1880 - APRIL 1915)

 

KNOXVILLE

 

   The people of this vicinity were sorry to hear of the death of Mrs. Berl Bergman of Beaverton. She was formerly Violet Lord of this place. Gladwin County Record dated 04-29/1915 Column - 4 Page - 8

 

WILLIAM S. BERGMAN (26 MARCH 1858 - 19 MARCH 1932)

 

William S. Bergman of Tobacco died Saturday night at the age of 73 years 11 months 22 days. He was buried Tuesday from the Brethren church in Tobacco and was buried in the Dale cemetery, Rev. W. S. McKimmy officiating. 

   Mr. Bergman's wife preceded him in death three years. Seven children survive him, being Beryl Bergman of Houghton Lake, Ralph Bergman and Lawrence Bergman of Tobacco township, Carl Bergman of Flint, Mrs. Alva Qilllett and Mrs. Paul Mishler of Tobacco and Mrs. Claud Fairchild of Redford. Gladwin County Record dated 03-24/1932 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

JENNIE (GLINKA) BILINSKY (21 APRIL 1908 - 17 AUG 1974)

 

Jennie Bilinsky, 66, of 1641 Dale Rd., Beaverton, died Saturday, August 17, at Gladwin Area Hospital, following a long illness. She was born in Lucas County, Ohio, April 21, 1908, and had been a resident of Berkley, Mich., before coming to Gladwin County in 1967. The former Jennie Glinka and Peter Bilinsky were married in Detroit April 20, 1929.

   Surviving in addition to her husband, are 2 sons, Eugene of Northville, and Richard of Sterling Heights; 2 brothers and 2 sisters, all of Detroit. Services were held Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel, with Fr. Robert McGrath officiating. The remains will be cremated. Gladwin County Record dated 08-21/1974 Column - 4 Page - 2   

 

PETER BILINSKY (9 AUG 1907 - 7 DEC 1989)

 

Peter Bilinsky, 82, of Houghton Lake and formerly of Beaverton, died Thursday, Dec. 7, 1989, in Mercy Hospital, Grayling, after a long illness. Born in Ethelbert, Manitoba, Can., Aug. 9, 1907, he was retired from Chrysler Corp. in Detroit. Mr. Bilinsky lived in Gladwin County several years until moving to Houghton Lake a year and a half ago.

   Surviving are one son, Richard of Houghton Lake; a sister and a brother; 7 grandchildren; and 8 great grandchildren. Rites were held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Christler Funeral Home, Houghton Lake with the Rev. Father John McCracken officiating. The body was cremated. Gladwin County Record dated 12-13/1989 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

ERNEST J. BLACKMER (7 MARCH 1926 - 26 MARCH 1985)

 

Ernest J. Blackmer, 59, of 3245 S. M-18, Beaverton, died Tuesday, March 26, in the Midland Hospital Center following a short illness. Born in Lapeer March 7, 1926, he came to Gladwin County 6 years ago from Caseville. He was employed in auto manufacturing.

   Surviving are 4 sons, John and Michael of Port Huron, Ernest Jr. and Edward of Caseville; 6 daughters, Mrs. Evelyn Emerick and Mrs. Beth Staver of Port Huron, Carolyn of Sebewaing, Mrs. Kathy Armstrong, Linda and Melody of Caseville; one brother, Claude of Vassar; 3 sisters, Mrs. Hazel Kolbke of Port Huron, Mrs. Caroline DeLong of St. Clair and Mrs. Olive Hunt of Vassar; 15 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

   Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Mark Moore officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-03/1985 Column - 5 Page - 2  

 

E. ADRIAN BLADES (8 SEP 1913 - 23 OCT 1990)

 

E. Adrian Blades, 77, of 1744 Dale Rd., Beaverton, died suddenly Tuesday, Oct. 23, 1990, in the MidMichigan Regional Medical Center-Midland. Born in Tobacco Township, Sept. 8, 1913, he had spent his lifetime in Gladwin County. Mr. Blades owned Adrian Blades Contracting. Mr. Blades and the former Velma Onweller were married Nov. 13, 1934, in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, James of Flint and Jerry of Beaverton; 4 daughters, Mrs. Nick (Marian) Radakovich of Midland, Mrs. Larry (JoAnn) McCulloch of Alden, Mrs. Solomon (Berniece) Horn of Lennon and Mrs. Joyce Blades of Mason; one brother, Clare of Pontiac; one sister, Mrs. Jean Reilly of Lake City; a half sister, Mrs. Barbara Morgan of Taylor; a step-brother, William Kennedy of Beaverton; a step-sister, Mrs. Myra Scoby of Mt. Clemens; 14 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Judy in 1941; a granddaughter, a brother, Mike and a sister, Donna Cornell.

   Services were held Friday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Reg Cattell officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-31/1990 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

BABY BLADES (29 AUG 1951 - 29 AUG 1951)

 

The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Forest Blades of Beaverton was brought here for burial, Thursday night. The baby died at birth. Rev Irma Pierce of the Beaverton Nazarene church conducted grave side services at 7 o'clock. Gladwin County Record dated 9-5/1951 Column – 7 Page – 4.

 

BETTY E. (ONWELLER) BLADES (4 MARCH 1922 - 2 FEB 2000)

 

Betty E. Blades, 77, of Beaverton, died Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2000 at the Tendercare Nursing Home in Clare after a long illness. Born March 4, 1922 in Gladwin County, she was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County. Betty married Lloyd F. "Mike" Blades, July 14, 1940 in Beaverton. He preceded her in death July 18, 1986. She was a homemaker.

   Surviving are two sons, Larry and wife Mary, and Gary and wife Merry, all of Beaverton; five sisters, Dorothy Stewart of Mt. Pleasant, Lorraine Elshaw of Euclid, Ohio, Velma Blades of Clare, and Claudine Sandula and Beverly Brushaber, both of Beaverton; three brothers, Robert Onweller of California, Glen Onweller of Gladwin, and Alvin Onweller of Coleman; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

   Services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel, with Pastor Harold Owens officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Twp. (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 02-09/2000 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

EARL ROBERT BLADES (23 MAY 1892 - 5 APRIL 1979)

 

Earl R. Blades, 86, well known Tobacco Township resident and former township supervisor, died Thursday, April 5, in the Midland Hospital Center following a long illness. Born in South Lyon on May 23, 1892, he had spent most of his life in Gladwin County. Mr. Blades was supervisor of Tobacco Township for 30 years until 1969. He was a trustee on the township board from 1970 to 1974. Mr. Blades was a farmer and also worked in construction. He and the former Virginia Davis Kennedy were married on July 17, 1933, in Lansing.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 sons, Adrian and Mike of Beaverton and Clare of Rochester; 2 daughters, Mrs. George (Jeanne) Rieley of Lake City and Mrs. Edward (Barbara) Morgan of Taylor; one step-son, William Kennedy of Beaverton; one step daughter, Mrs Myra Scoby of Mt. Clemens; one sister, Mrs. Ella Dennison of Williamston; 15 grandchildren; and many great grandchildren. A daughter, Donna Cornell preceded him in death.

   Services were held Monday at 1 p.m from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Vernon Wyllys officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-11/1979 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

ELVA F. (REED) BLADES (14 MARCH 1893 - 3 JAN 1972)

 

Mrs. Elva F. Blades, 78, of Beaverton, died Monday, January 3, at Town & Country Nursing Home, Midland, following a short illness. Born March 14, 1893, in Eaton County, Mrs. Blades had been a resident of Gladwin County since 1902. The former Miss Elva Reed and George Blades were married June 29, 1913, in Beaverton. He preceded her in death November 26, 1955. She was a member of the Beaverton Nazarene Church.

   Survivors include four daughters, Mrs. James (Velva) Cornell of Gladwin, Mrs. William (Violet) Bangler of Tecumseh, Mrs. Donald (Grace) Farow of Clare County, and Mrs. Raymond (Lois) Schaard of Beaverton; five sons, Kenneth, William and Shirley of Beaverton, Forest of Midland, and Duane of Gladwin; one brother Firdell Reed of Saginaw; 36 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren.

   Services will be held Friday at 2:00p.m. at Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin, with the Rev. F. E. Voller officiating. Burial will be in Dale Cemetery at Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 01-05/1972 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

FOREST BLADES (1919 - ?)

 

GEORGE THOMAS BLADES (21 MARCH 1890 - 26 NOV 1955)

 

Funeral services were held Tuesday, Nov. 29, at 2:30 p.m. at the Dale Methodist church for George T. Blades, 65, of Beaverton, who passed away Nov. 26, after an illness of one year. Mr. Blades was born March 21, 1890, in Livingston county. He came to Gladwin county with his parents nearly 50 years ago and had operated a farm in Tobacco township since. He married the former Miss Elva Reed at Beaverton June 29, 1913.

   Survivors are his wife; three daughters, Mrs. Velva Cornell, Britton, Mrs. Violet Rangler of Tecumseh and Mrs. Grace Armstrong of Beaverton; five sons, Kenneth, William, Forest and Shirley all of Beaverton and Duane at home; 22 grandchildren; two brothers, Earl and Dewey of Beaverton; two sisters, Mrs. Ella Denison of Williamston and Mrs. Grace Crowell of Beaverton. One son, Warren, preceded him in death.

   The Rev. George Huber, of Midland, assisted by the Rev. Larry Grubaugh, of Beaverton, officiated. Burial was in the Dale cemetery. Pallbearers were Earl Woodruff, George and Jess Wagner, Horace Van Schaick, Floyd Whitman and Charles Kinyon. Gladwin County Record dated 11-30/1955 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

JERRY A. BLADES (14 OCT 1942 - 26 JUNE 1999)

 

Jerry A. Blades, 56, of Harrison (since 1995), died suddenly, Saturday, June 26, 1999 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Clare. Born Oct. 14, 1942 in Beaverton, he was a lifetime member of Gladwin County. He worked for Beaverton IGA, and was a 32nd degree Mason, Mason Lodge 453.

   He is survived by his mother, Velma Blades of Harrison; four sisters, Marian and husband Nick Radakovich of Midland, JoAnn and husband Larry McCulloch of Alden, Berniece and husband Solomon Horn of Lennon, and Joyce Blades of Mason; one brother, James and wife Laura of Flint; and several nieces and nephews.

   He was preceded in death by his father, E. Adrian Blades in 1990, and one sister, Judy Blades in 1941. Services will be held at 1 p.m. today (Wednesday) at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel, with Rev. David Stewart officiating. Burial will be in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-30/1999 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

JOSEPHINE (KASHATAKI) BLADES (26 NOV 1922 - 6 OCT 1951)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR MOTHER OF THREE

 

   Funeral services for Mrs. Forest Blades, 28, were held on Tuesday morning from Sacred Heart Catholic church. The Rev. Fr. George Artman, officiated and burial was made in the Dale cemetery. Josephine Kashatski was born on November 26, 1922, the daughter of Adolph and Marie Kashatski in Gladwin county. She was married to Forest Blades on August 31, 1941, and passed away after a brief illness on Saturday morning, October 6.

   Surviving are her husband; three children, JoAnn, 9, Rose Marie, 8, and Forest Adolph, 2; two brothers, Constantine Koshatski of Flint and Joseph Soehnel of Gladwin; two sisters, Sister Mary Josephine of St. Andrews Covenant Saginaw and Mary Koshatski of Pontiac. A baby girl preceded her mother in death about six weeks ago. Gladwin County Record dated 10-10/1951 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

KENNETH CLAIR BLADES (22 JAN 1916 - 8 OCT 1978)

 

Kenneth Clair Blades, 62, of 1522 Knox Rd., Beaverton, died Sunday, Oct. 8, in the Midland Hospital Center following a long illness. Born in Tobacco Township on January 22, 1916, he had spent his lifetime here. Mr. Blades was employed as a truck driver. He was married to the former Lois Brabon on July 14, 1953, in Dundee.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 daughters, Susan of Grand Rapids and Mrs. Randy (Sandra) Sprague of Hope; 2 sons, John and Glen of Beaverton; 4 brothers, William of Coleman, Shirley and Duane of Beaverton and Forest of Midland; 3 sisters, Mrs. Violet Rangeler of Tecumseh, Mrs. Lois Schaard of Beaverton and Mrs. Grace Farrow of Clare; and one grandchild.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Elder Harold McAllister and Elder Sam Asch officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-11/1978 Column - 5 Page - 2  

 

LLOYD F. BLADES (29 JULY 1917 - 18 JULY 1986)

 

Lloyd F. (Mike) Blades, 68, of 4900 S. M-18, Beaverton, died Friday, July 18, in the Saginaw Veterans Hospital after a long illness. Born in Beaverton July 29, 1917, he had spent his lifetime there. Mr. Blades was a crane operator in construction and served in the Army during World War II. He was a member of the Gladwin County VFW Post 7303. Mr. Blades and the former Betty Onweller were married July 14, 1940, in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Gary and Larry of Beaverton; 2 brothers, Adrian of Beaverton and Clare of Pontiac; 2 sisters, Jeanne Reiley of Lake City and Barbara Morgan of Taylr; a step-brother William Kennedy of Beaverton, one step sister, Myra Scoby of Mt. Clemens; 7 grandchildren and a great grandchild.

   Services were held Monday at 1 p.m. form the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel with Pastor Ed Jaynes officiating. Graveside rites were held by the VFW at the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-23/1986 Column - 4 Page - 2 

 

LOIS M. (BRABON) BLADES (21 MAY 1934 - 7 JUNE 1997)

 

Lois M. Blades, 63, of Beaverton, died Saturday, June 7, 1997 at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center-Midland after a long illness. Born May 21, 1934 in Detroit, she lived in Gladwin County most of her life. The former Lois Bradon married Kenneth Blades, July 14, 1953 in Dundee. He preceded her in death Oct. 8, 1978. She was a homemaker in her own home. She was a member of the R.L.D.S. Church in Beaverton and Tops Clubs of Gladwin and Beaverton.

   Surviving are two sons, John and wife Billie, and Glen and wife Lana, all of Beaverton; two daughters, Susan Blades of Comstock Park and Sandra and husband Randy Sprague of Beaverton; two sisters, Lucille Million of Troy and Ferne Stansfield of Grosse Point Woods; and six grandsons.

   Services will be held at 2 p.m. today (Wednesday) at the R.L.D.S. Church in Beaverton. Burial will be in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery, Beaverton. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to R.L.D.S. Church, Beaverton or Tops. Gladwin County Record dated 06-11/1997 Column - 2 Page - 2

 

MAGGIE R. (?) PARKINSON - BLADES (3 FEB 1869 - 12 APRIL 1944)

 

SERVICES FRIDAY FOR MRS. R. J. BLADES

 

   Mrs. Maggie Blades died April 12 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Lawrence Bergman, in Tobacco township. Funeral services were held Friday at the Dale Methodist church with the Rev. Sailor officiating. Burial was in the Dale cemetery. She was born February 3, 1869, in Berrien county and in girlhood joined the United Brethren church at Maple Grove. She was married to Chas N. Parkinson of Dowagiac, Michigan and to them were born two children. In 1898 she was widowed and in 1907 was married to Robert J. Blades, of Beaverton. One daughter was born to them.

   Surviving are three children, Percy Parkinson of Detroit, Mrs. Lawrence Bergman; of Beaverton, and Mrs. John Crowell, of Midland; also 16 grandchildren, four of whom are in the armed services. Gladwin County Record dated 04-19/1944 Column - 5 Page - 4 

 

MILDRED M. (WUELFING) BLADES (31 JULY 1920 - 2 SEP 2001)

 

Mildred M. Blades, 81, of Gladwin, died Sunday, Sept. 2, 2001 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Gladwin after a long illness. Born July 31, 1920 in Birmingham, she was the daughter of Robert and Estella (May) Wuelfing. Mildred married William Blades, Dec. 2, 1939 in South Bend, Ind. He preceded her in death in 1995. She was a resident of Gladwin County for 62 years and previously lived in Pontiac. She was a packager for Vercon in Coleman, retiring in 1982.

   Surviving are two daughters, Florence and husband Ray Peterson, and Wilma and husband Ron MAXWELL, all of Beaverton; one son, Forest C. and wife Lynn of Interlochen; 10 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and one half sister, Iris and husband Roger Bane of Houghton Lake. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Gladys Walters in 1985; two grandsons, Ronald MAXWELL and James Walters; and seven brothers and sisters.

   Services were held at 4 p.m. Tuesday at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton, with Elder Tom Rodabaugh officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Memorial contributions may be made to be used according to the wishes of the family. Gladwin County Record dated 09-05/2001 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

PERCY DEWEY BLADES (26 DEC 1898 - 23 APRIL 1978)

 

Dewey Blades, 79, of 4049 Wagner Rd., Beaverton, died suddenly Sunday, April 23, in the Midland Hospital Centern. Bonr in Livingston County on December 26, 1898, he had lived in Gladwin County since 1900. Mr. Blades retired in 1964 from Dow Corning and formerly owned and operated the Dale Store for 12 years. He was a member of the Gladwin County Farm Bureau and was on the Grange installation team.

   Mr. Blades and the former Ruey E. Freeman were married on December 6, 1931, in Tobacco Township. Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Donald of Beaverton; 4 daughters, Mrs. Ruth MAXWELL of Hope, Mrs. Norma MAXWELL of Freeland, Mary Blades and Mrs. Dawn Virgil of Midland; one sister, Mrs. Ella Dennison of Lansing; one brother, Earl of Beaverton; 9 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

   Services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Vernon Wyllys will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-26/1978 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

PHILOTTA B. BLADES (1893 - 1930)

 

ROBERT JAMES BLADES (26 MARCH 1864 - 8 JUNE 1939)

 

ROBERT BLADES DIES JUNE 8 IN TOBACCO

 

   Robert James Blades died at his home in Tobacco township June 8. Robert Blades was born in West Walton county, Norfolk, England; on March 26, 1864, the son of George P. and Elizabeth Blades. When he was two years of age they moved to the States, where they settled in Livingston county, Michigan. He married Miss Annie Judson and to them were born four children. Mrs. Blades died in 1900. In 1900 he moved to Gladwin county and bought the farm that has been his home ever since. He was elected supervisor of Tobacco township in 1922 and served several years in that capacity. He also served two years as township treasurer. Mr. Blades was Master of Dale Grange for many years and was Chief Gleaner of Dale Arbor of Gleaners.

   In 1907 he married Mrs. Maggie Parkinson and to them was born one child. Surviving besides his wife are three sons, George T., Earl R., and Percy, two daughters, Mrs. Ella May Denison of East Lansing and Mrs. Grace Crowell of Midland, twenty-seven grandchildren, four great grandchildren, three brothers, Charles of Lansing, Rutherford of Pontiac and Fred of Pinckney and four sisters, Lizzie Leverett of Lansing and Mary Carpenter, Eva Wines and Maude Gauss of Ann Arbor.  Funeral services were held at the Dale M. E. Church, June 11, with Elder Pendleton officiating. Interment was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-21/1939 Column - 3 Page - 8

 

RUEY E. (FREEMAN) BLADES (5 JULY 1911 - 27 JAN  2005)

 

Ruey E. Blades, 93, of Midland died Jan. 27, 2005 at Mid-Michigan Stratford Village in Midland. She was born in Gladwin County July 5, 1911 to Eugene Sr. and Ruth E. (Robinson) Freeman. She married Percy Dewey Blades in Tobacco Township on Dec. 6, 1931; he died in 1978. Mrs. Blades was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County. She owned and operated the Dale Store from 1940 to 1956. Ruey won a state award for third place in Algebra in 1930 and graduated from Beaverton High School in 1931 as Valedictorian. She was a member of Dale United Methodist Church, was a Gladwin County 4-H Leader for 15 years, and was a member of the Woman’s Society Christian Service in Beaverton.

   Surviving are her children, Donald Blades of Beaverton, Ruth (William) Maxwell of Hope, Norma (J.J.) Maxwell of Beaverton, Mary Blades of Midland, and Dawn Virgil of Midland; 10 grandchildren, 23 Great grandchildren and six Great great grandchildren; one brother, Eugene Freeman, Jr. of Gladwin; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents; and two sisters, Rhoda Cole and Netta Freeman.

   Funeral services were held Jan. 30 at Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton, with Rev. James Shanks officiating. She was buried in Dale Cemetery in Tobacco Township. Memorial contributions may be made to Dale United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall or MidMichigan Hospice. Gladwin County Record dated 02-01/2005 Column - ? Page - ?

 

VELMA LUELLA (ONWELLER) BLADES (10 NOV 1918 - 5 MAY 2002)

 

Velma L. Blades, 83, of Gladwin, died May 5, 2002 at the Gladwin Liviing Centre in Gladwin. She was born November 10, 1918 to Claude and Lucy (Seward) Onweller in Beaverton. She spent her life as a home maker and was a life-long resident of Gladwin County. She married E. Adrian Blades November 18, 1934 in Beaverton and he preceded her in death in 1990.

   She is survived by four daughters, Marian (Nich) Radakovich of Midland, JoAnn (Larry) McCulloch of Alden, Berniece (Solomon) Horn of Lennon and Joyce Blades of Mason; a son, James (Laura) Blades of Flint; 14 grandchildren; many great grandchildren; three brothers, Glen Onweller of Beaverton, Alvin Onweller of Coleman and Robert Onweller of California; and three sisters, Claudine Sandula of Beaverton, Beverly Brushaber of Beaverton, and Lorraine Elshaw of Cleveland, Ohio.

   She was preceded in death by a son, Jerry, in 1999, a daughter, Judy in 1941 and five brothers and sisters. Funeral services will be held Thursday May 9, 2002 at 11 a.m. at the Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton with the Rev. Duane Koontz officiating. Burial will take place at the Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. The family will receive visitors from 2 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 05-08/2002 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

VIRGINIA M. (DAVIS) BLADES (9 DEC 1889 - 3 MARCH 1980)

 

Mrs. Virginia M. Blades, 90, of 2016 Guernsey Rd., Beaverton, died Monday, March 3, in the Midland Hospital Center following a short illness. Born in Mountain Grove, Mo., on December 9, 1889, she came to Gladwin County in 1933. She was a member of the Dale United Methodist Church and a charter member of the Dale United Methodist Women. The former Virginia Davis Kennedy, she was married to Earl R. Blades on July 17, 1933, in Lansing. He preceded her in death April 5, 1979.

   Surviving are one son, William Kennedy of Beaverton; 2 daughters, Mrs. Myra Kennedy Scoby of Mt. Clemens and Mrs. Edward (Barbara) Morgan of Taylor; 2 step-sons, Adrian and Mike Blades of Beaverton; a step-daughter, Mrs. Jeanne Rieley of Lake City; 2 sisters, Mrs. Ida Lauderback and Mrs. Frances Louthan of California; 4 brothers, Tom Davis of Arizona and Harry, Daryl and Pee Davis of California; one granddaughter and one great grandchild; and many step-grandchildren and great grandchildren. An infant son also preceded her in death.

   Services were held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Dale United Methodist Church. The Rev. Bruce Hatch officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 03-12/1980 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

WARREN G. BLADES (APRIL 1921 - AUG 1921)

 

WILLIAM R. BLADES (14 MARCH 1917 - 10 MARCH 1997)

 

William Blades, 79, of Beaverton, died Monday, March 10, 1997 at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center-Midland after a short illness. Born March 14, 1917 in Billings Township, he lived in Gladwin his entire life. He worked for Benchley and Yager in Beaverton, retiring in 1979. William married the former Mildred Wuelfing Dec. 2, 1939. Besides his wife he is survived by two daughters, Wilma and husband Ronald MAXWELL and Florence, and husband Ray Peterson, all of Beaverton; one son, Forest and wife Lynn of Palatka, Fla.; two sisters, Lois Schaard of Gladwin and Grace Farrow of Lake; two brothers, Shirley and Duane of Beaverton; 11 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Gladys Walters in 1985; two grandsons, Ronnie MAXWELL in 1988 and Jimmy Walters in 1990; two sisters; and two brothers.

   Services will be held at 1 p.m. tomorrow (Thursday) at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel, with the Rev. Mark Moore officiating. Burial will be in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Friends may call at the funeral home, 430 S. Ross, Beaverton, tomorrow (Thursday) until the time of the service. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to be used accordng to the family. Gladwin County Record dated 03-12/1997 Column - 2 Page - 2

 

DARLENE KAY BLAZER (1944 - 1987)

 

ALEXANDER BLODGETT (3 JUNE 1862 - 10 MARCH 1911)

 

Alexander Blodgett was born in Indiantown, Iowa, June 2, 1862, and was killed while employed as conductor of a switching crew in Chicago, Ill., March 10, 1911, aged 48 years, 9 months and 8 days. Deceased had been in the employ of the railroad company for 28 years and was a member of the Order of Railroad Conductors for 23 years. He moved his family to Tobacco township Gladwin County six years ago and had intended this to be his last year with the railroad company when he was coming to enjoy the home they had worked so hard to gain.

  He leaves a wife, one son, one daughter, a mother and two sisters, besides many other relatives and friends to mourn. The son was working with his father when the accident occurred that cost him his life. Deceased had been a Mason for 13 years. Was a member of the Chapter, a 32nd degree Mason and a principles of the fraternity, Beaverton Lodge No. 453, F. & A.M., of which he had been a member for one year had charge of the funeral services which were held in the Edenville M. E. church, March 13. Rev. H. B. Johnson of Beaverton preached the sermon. Interment in Dale cemetery. He is the first member of the Beaverton lodge to be laid away. Gladwin County Record dated 03-23/1911 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

ELMER COOLIDGE BLODGETT (1866 - 1951)

 

LILLA A. BLODGETT  (1868 - 1944)

 

ZERAH BLODGETT  (1889 - 1973)

 

GEORGE BLOOM  (1870 - 31 JAN 1926)

 

MARY ELLEN BLOOM (17 DEC 1877 - 25 MARCH 1945)

 

MRS. MARY BLOOM BURIES IN DALE

 

   Funeral services were held from the Dale Church Saturday at 2 p.m. with a prayer at the house at 1 p.m. for Mrs. Mary Ellen Bloom, 68, who died suddenly at her home in Tobacco township. The Rev. John Scott of the Gladwin Methodist church officiated at the services and burial was in the Dale cemetery. Mrs. Bloom was born in New Brunswick, Canada on December 17, 1877. She was the wife of George Bloom, who preceded here in death in 1926. She had been a resident of Gladwin county for more than 30 years. Surviving are her daughter, Mrs. Merle Bardwell, of Sanford and a son, Harry Chandler, of Edenville. A son Perry Chandler, preceded her in death in 1927. Gladwin County Record dated 05-02/1945 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

ARCHIEBALD BOALS (1850 - 1915)

 

CHARLES WILLIAM BOALS (22 FEB 1877 - 7 JUNE 1944)

 

Services were held for Charles William Boals at the Dale Methodist Church Sunday at 2 p.m. with Elder S. T. Pendleton officiating. Charles William Boals was born February 22, 1877, in Tobacco township, and died at the Gladwin Hospital on Wednesday, June 7. Surviving is a sister, Clara Glidden of Flint and a nephew, Leonard Boman. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-14/1944 Column - 8 Page - 1  

 

GEORGE WALTER BOALS (16 MAY 1880 - 30 MARCH 1919)

 

   BOALS---George Walter Boals, born May 16, 1880, died March 30, 1919, of pulmonary tuberculosis. Funeral at Dale church, conducted by Rev. L. R. Lawrence. Interment in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-10/1919 Column - 4 Page - 5

 

JANE S. (SMALLWOOD) BOALS  (22 SEP 1854 - 30 JUNE 1931)

 

Jane Smallwood Boals was born at Athens, Ohio. At the age of 16 she was wedded to Archie Boals, later moving to Michigan and settling at her present home. To this union were born five children, three having preceeded her in death, Sarah, Walter and Alice.

   Those left to mourn her loss are her husband, one daughter, Mrs. E. W. Glidden, of Flint, and one son Charles, at home, seven grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. She passed away at the home of her daughter in Flint June 30, after an illness of several months at the age of 76 years, 9 months and 8 days. Gladwin County Record dated 07-09/1931 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

SARAH M. BOALS  (2 JUNE 1873 - 28 MAY 1887)

 

ROBERT WILLIAM BODNAR (20 MARCH 1966 - 11 JAN 1974)

 

Robert (Robby) Bodnar, 7 years old, of Midland, died Friday, January 11, at Saginaw St. Mary's Hospital from burns suffered the day before at his home. The youngster was born March 20, 1966, in Midland. Surviving are his mother, Mrs. Randa Bodnar of Midland; his father, Robert Bodnar of Gladwin; a brother, Rusty of Midland; grandparents, Mrs. and Mrs. Robert Hughes of Beaverton, and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bodnar Sr. of Gladwin; great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Kobel of Gladwin, Mrs. Clara Hughes of Beaverton, and Mrs. Gladys Thomas of Edenville.

   Services were held Sunday at 1:30 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton, with Jimmie M. Schribner officiating and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-06/1974 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

JAMES EDWARD BOLTON (23 AUG 1972 - 25 AUG 1972)

 

FRANK GEORGE BOMAN (9 OCT 1915 - 2 FEB 1986)

 

Frank C. Boman, 70, of 5300 S. M-30, Beaverton, died suddenly Sunday, Feb. 2, in the Midland Hospital Center. Born in Edenville Oct. 9, 1915, he lived in the area all his life. Mr. Boman was in supervision of Chlorine Wells for Dow Chemical Co. 28 years until retiring in 1977. He was a former Boy Scout leader in Coleman and a member of the Woby-Po-Kegan White Skin Dancers of Coleman. Mr. Boman was married to the former Velma Herendeen April 11, 1936, in Edenville. She died May 5, 1961. He then married Harriet Boylen Feb 23, 1962, in Edenville.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, James of Rosenburg, Texas; one daughter, Wendy, at home; 2 step-sons, Larry Boylen of Gladwin and Gary Boylen of Hemlock; one step-daughter, Mrs. Mary Ann Barlett of Carleton; one sister, Betty Leuenberger of Hope; and 14 grandchildren. A son, John Boman, preceded him in death Feb. 24, 1978 and a daughter, Karen Boman, Dec. 3, 1942.

   Services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel with the Rev. Bruce Hatch officiating. Cremation will follow. Gladwin County Record dated 02-05/1986 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

H. HARRIET (GREEN) BOYLEN - BOMAN (1 MARCH 1919 - 11 MARCH 1988)

 

Harriet Boylen Boman, 69, of 5300 S. M-30, Beaverton, died Friday, March 11, in St. Luke's Hospital, Saginaw, after a long illness. Born in St. Louis, March 1, 1919, she moved to Gladwin County in 1938.  She was a custodian for the Edenville Branch of the First of America Bank and a member of the Dale United Methodist Church. The former Harriet Green, she was married in 1938 to Ronald Boylen in St. Louis. He preceded her in death Aug. 12, 1957. She then married Frank Boman Feb. 23, 1962, in Edenville. He died Feb. 2, 1986.

   Surviving are 2 sons, Larry of Gladwin and Gary of Hemlock; 2 daughters, Mrs. William (Mary Ann) Bartelt of Carrollton and Mrs. Craig (Wendy) Wesley of Sanford; a step-son, James Boman of Rosenburg, Texas; one brother, Wayne of St. Louis; and 14 grandchildren. A sister, Nedra Green and a brother, Marshall Green, preceded her in death.

   Services were held Monday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel with the Rev. Janet Larner officiating. Cremation followed the service. Gladwin County Record dated 03-16/1988 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

CLEO E. BOOS (15 DEC 1916 - 18 DEC 1978)

 

Cleo E. Boos, 62, of 593 Quillette Rd., Beaverton, died Monday, Dec. 18, in Saginaw Veterans Hospital. Born in Detroit on December 15, 1916, he came to Gladwin County four years ago from Howell. Mr. Boos was a retired tool and die maker. He was a member of the Elks BPOE No. 2168 in Howell and the Gladwin County VFW Post 7303. Mr. Boos and the former Loletta Heber were married on August 30, 1949, in Brooklyn.

   Surviving besides his wife are one daughter, Mrs. Hugh (Janice) Davis of Lakeview; one sister, Mrs. Martha Longstreth of Beaverton; one brother, Harry of Florida; and 3 grandchildren. Services were held December 19, at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Elks Lodge of Midland officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-03/1979 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

ELIZABETH A. (BOOTTGER) BOOS (14 FEB 1889 - 10 NOV 1973)

 

Mrs. Elizabeth Boos, 89, died Saturday, November 10 at the home of her daughter, 660 Dale Road, Beaverton, following and extended illness. Mrs. Boos was born in Hamburg, Germany, February 14, 1884, and was married to William Boos in 1911. They came to Gladwin County 24 years ago from Detroit. He preceded her in death June 24, 1957.

   Surviving are her daughter, Mrs. Harry (Martha) Longstreth of Beaverton; 2 sons, Harry of Gregory, and Cleo of Howell; 2 sisters, Mrs. Louise Wippich and Mrs. Minnie Frantz, both of Scranton, Pa.; 6 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

   Services were held Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton, with the Rev. Zina Bennett officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 11-14/1973 Column - 6 Page - 2  

 

WILLIAM A. BOOS (5 SEP 1885 - 24 JUNE 1957)

 

TOBACCO TOWNSHIP MAN PASSES AFTER ILLNESS

 

   William A. Boos, 71, of Tobacco township, died Monday, June 24, at the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor after an illness of three months. He was born on September 5, 1885, in Scranton, Pennsylvannia. A resident of Gladwin county for eight years, he came here from Detroit. He was a retired drop-forger from the LaSalle Forge Co. in Ferndale.

   On April 8, 1912, he was married to the former Miss Elizabeth Boottger in Detroit. She survives him; also two sons, Harry of Gregory, and Cleo of Howell; one daughter, Mrs. Martha Quillet of Beaverton; seven grandchildren; four brothers, Matthew of Long Island, N. Y., John and Charles of Lake Ariel, Pa., and Anthony, of North Arlington, N. Y.; three sisters, Mrs. Louise Keeley and Mrs. Helen O'Hara of North Arlington, and Mrs. Anna Thees of Scranton, Pa.

   Funeral service will be held on Friday, June 28, at 2:30 p.m. at the Dale Methodist Church with the Rev. Verne Summers officiating. Friends may call at the Hall Funeral Home and at the church from 12:30 until 2:30 p.m. Burial will be in the Dale cemetery.

   Pallbearers are Chris Leuenberger, Shirley Brown, Harley Quillett, Lloyd Brushaber, Clifford Snyder and Fuhrman Tremaine. Gladwin County Record dated 06-26/1957 Column - 4 Page - 1  

 

ALICE MAY BOWMAN (1891 - 1927)

 

DANIEL L. BOWMAN (12 NOV 1892 -12 SEP 1924)

 

Daniel L. Boman was born at Edenville, Mich., Nov. 10, 1891, and died Sept. 10, 1924, at 11:30 a.m. at LePas, Manitoba, 650 miles north of Winnepeg, after a week's illness with appendicitis, aged 32 years and 10 months. Mr. Boman was employed at a trading station at Setting Lake, 137 miles form medical aid, and was taken from there by gas car to St. Anthony hospital at LePas where he laid six hours before consenting to be operated on, and at midnight Dr. Orricls and two helpers operated, finding that the appendix had bursted during the first attach and blood poison had set in. Still he lingered 12 hours before he succumbed, believing and telling the nurse until the last that he just could not die, for he had a wife and family looking to him for support and protection. His wife accompanied by their 2 1/2 year old son Adrian, brought the body some 2000 miles to Edenville that friends and relatives there might look for the last time on his face. Six days were necessary for the trip. The journey was made by train to Saginaw where they were met by her brother Charles and John Boman, and the Beaverton hearse took the body from there to the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Boman at Edenville. The funeral was held in the Methodist church at theat place Sept. 20, at 2 p.m., Rev. Kettle officiating, with interment in Dale cemetery. The floral offerings were numerous, and autos were parked over a mile at the funeral.

   The pallbearers were George W. Boman, Guy W. Boman, Fred H. Boman, John L. Boman, his brothers, Floyd Boman, nephew; and Charles Boals, brother-in-law. Mr. Boman had lived in Manitoba the last five years and as a trader, hunter and trapper had made many friends there. A train ran only twice a week to where the family lived at Setting Lake, where he ran a trading station in summer and trapped in the winter. His experiences in this north country were very interesting. Before going there he was employed in the Ford factory in Detroit two years, and previous to that on his farm in Tobacco.

   He was married Oct. 31, 1912, at Saginaw, Mich., to Alice Boals, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Archie Boals of Tobacco, who survives him, with two sons, Leonard aged eight years who lived with his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Boals, and Adrian, 2 1/2 years old, besides his parents, Mr. and Mr. George W. Boman of Edenville, four brothers --- George W. of Port Huron, Guy W. of Omer, John L. of Edenville and Fred H. of Secord; four sister's --- Mrs. Howard of Gladwn, Mrs. Swanton and Mrs. Taylor of Detroit, Mrs. Adams of Edenville; besides a host of other relatives and friends. Gladwin County Record dated 10-09/1924 Column - 5 Page - 4 

 

IRENE M. (CROWELL) BOYER (5 NOV 1933 - 5 MARCH 1987)

 

Mrs. Irene M. Boyer, 53, of 2594 Glidden Rd., Beaverton, died Thursday, March 5, in the Midland Hospital Center after a short illness. Born in Sanford Nov. 5, 1933, she had spent her lifetime in Gladwin County. She was the Tobacco Township Clerk for 11 years. Mrs. Boyer was a member of the Dale United Methodist Church, church school superintendent and church treasurer. She was a district president of the Women's Christian Temperance Union and a member of the Gladwin County VFW Auxiliary Post 7303. The former Irene Crowell, she was married to Richard Boyer Sept. 10, 1955, in Beaverton.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by 3 sons, Richard Jr. of Saginaw, Steve of Gladwin and James of Birch Run; 2 daughters, Mrs. Dean (Ruthann) Stoneburner of Coleman and Shelly of Beaverton; her father and step-mother, John and Norma Crowell of Owosso; one brother, Mike of Beaverton; one sister, Mrs. Pauline Blades of Beaverton; and 3 grandchildren.

   Services were held Sunday at 3 p.m. from the Dale United Methodist Church. The Rev. Janet Larner officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Cancer Society or the Dale church. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 03-11/1987 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

RICHARD A. BOYER, SR (1933 - ?)

 

ANNA CLAYTON BOYLEN (17 SEP 1889 - 4 APRIL 1965)

 

RITES TODAY FOR MRS. H. E. BOYLEN

 

   Services were held today (Wednesday) at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home for Mrs. Anna Boylen, 75, of Hay Township, who died Sunday after a long illness. The former Ann Clayton was born Sept. 17, 1889, in Weston, W. Va. She was married to Hurley E. Boylen on Sept. 23, 1911, in Weston and moved to Gladwin in 1935. Besides her husband she is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Bernadine Moss, of Beaverton; a brother, Charles, of Newark; Ohio; six grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Two sons and a daughter preceded her in death. The Rev. Gordon Showers officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-07/1965 Column - 1 Page - 1

 

HURLEY E. BOYLEN (26 FEB 1891 - 19 APRIL 1974)

 

Hurley E. Boylen, 83, of Gladwin, died Friday, April 19, at the Gladwin Area Hospital after a long illness, died Friday, April 19, at the Gladwin Area Hospital after a long illness. Born in West Virginia on Feb. 26, 1891, he was a retired well driller and farmer. He came to Gladwin County 41 years ago from West Virginia. Mr. Boylen and the former Anna Clayton were married Sept. 23, 1916, in Jane Lew, W. Va. She preceded him in death on April 4, 1965.

   Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Bernadine Cobb of Beaverton; two sisters, Mrs. Etta VanHorn of Jane Lew, W. Va. and Mrs. Clara Straley of Warren, Ohio; one brother, Harlan of Jane Lew; and six grandchildren. Two sons and one daughter also preceded him in death.

   Services were held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Byron Hatch officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-24/1974 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

RONALD H. BOYLEN (31 AUG 1912 - 12 AUG 1957)

 

SUDDEN HEART ATTACK FATAL TO R. H. BOYLEN

 

   Ronald H. Boylen, 44, of Buckeye township, died suddenly at his home early Monday, of a heart attack. A Gladwin county resident for 20 years, Mr. Boylen was employed as a pumper with the Sun Oil CO. for the past 18 years. He was born on August 31, 1912, in Jane Lew, West Virginia, and on January 22, 1938, was married to the former Miss Harriet Green in Gladwin.

   Survivors include his wife, Harriet; two sons, Gary, 18, and Larry, 16; one daughter, Mary Ann, 12, all at home; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hurley E. Boylen, of Winegars; and one sister, Mrs. Bernadine Moss, of Beaverton. One brother preceded him in death.

   Funeral services will be held Thursday, August 15, at 2:00 p.m. at the Miner Funeral Home. The Rev. Henry C. Hall will officiate and burial will be in Dale cemetery. Pallbearers will be Warren Gerret, Paul Yost, Lester Wright, Percy Nunn, Burl Brisendine and Cullie Lyons. Honorary bearers are Harley Collins and Gus Anderson. Gladwin County Record dated 08-14/1957 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

JOSEPHINE H. BRADY (28 FEB 1918 - 3 MAY 2002)

 

   JOSEPHINE H. BRADY, 84, of Montrose died Friday, May 3, 2002 at her residence.

Josephine was born February 28, 1918 in Gladwin, Michigan to the late Joseph and Helena (Mitchell) Shea. She had resided in Montrose the past 16 years, coming from Gladwin. Josephine graduated from Gladwin High School. She married Roy A. Brady June 14, 1941. He preceded her in death May 21, 1984.

She was a member of Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Montrose. She was an active member and past president of the Montrose Senior Citizens, and was also active with the Montrose Blueberry Festival. She was a member of several area card clubs and enjoyed crochet, reading and making her special family blankets. Josephine cherished time spent with her family.

   Surviving are seven children: Joseph (Bonnie) Brady of Beaverton; Julia (Ray) Foust of Montrose; Mary (Craig) Ricksgers of LInden; Ed Brady of Montrose; Teresa (Steve) Skaggs of Fenton; Anne (Harland) Congdon of Linden; and Vincent Brady of Davison. Also surviving are four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren and two sisters, Kathleen Smith of Kalamazoo and Lucille Isham of Gladwin.

She was also preceded in death by her son Michael and daughter-in-law Evelyn Brady.

Funeral mass was celebrated at 11 a.m. Monday, May 6, 2002 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Montrose, with Rev. Fr. Gildasio Mendes officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the “Liberty Center” of Genesee County Community Health or Heartland Hospice. Gladwin County Record dated 05-08/2002 Column - 5 Page - 2  

 

MICHAEL R. BRADY (10 JAN 1946 - 2 MAY 1988)

 

Michael R. Brady, 42, of 1524 Portbella, Mt. Pleasant and formerly of Beaverton, died Monday, May 2, in the Central Michigan Community Hospital, Mt. Pleasant, after a long illness. Born in Bay City, Jan. 10, 1946, he had lived in Gladwin County for 22 years.

   Mr. Brady is survived by his mother, Mrs. Josephine Brady of Montrose; 3 brothers, Joe of Beaverton, Edward of Davison and Vincent of Bay City; and 4 sisters, Mrs. Julia Foust of Montrose, Mr.s Mary Ricksgers of Linden, Mrs. Teresa Skaggs of Fenton and Anne Brady of Burton. He was preceded in death by his father, Roy, May 21, 1984.

   Rites were held today, Wednesday, at 10 a.m. from the Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The Rev. Father Donald Christensen officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 05-04/1988 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

ROY A. BRADY (30 DEC 1912 – 21 MAY 1984)

 

(Midland Daily News, May 23, 1984)

 

Roy A. Brady, 71, 1235 Guernsey, Beaverton, died Monday, May 21, 1984, at Midland Hospital Center.

 

He was born Dec. 30, 1912, in Fisherville, Mich., and was a member of St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Edenville.  He married the former Josephine Shea on June 14, 1941.

 

He leaves his wife, Josephine; sons, Joseph Brady of Beaverton, Michael Brady of Mount Pleasant, Edward Brady of Coleman and Vincent Brady of Bay City; daughters, Mrs. Ray (Julie) Foust of Mount Rose, Mary Brady of Flint, Mrs. Steve (Teresa) Skaggs of Fenton and Mrs. Stephen (Anne) Raslich of Fenton; four grandchildren; brother, Raymond Brady of Marion; and sister, Mrs. Dorothy Jankowiak of Sanford.

 

Services will be 11 am. Thursday at St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Edenville, with the Rev. Joseph Schamel officiating. Burial will be in Dale Cemetery.

Friends may call anytime at the Hail Funeral Home’s Beaverton Chapel, where there will be a wake service at 8 pm today.

 

 

ESTHER (DERRICK) BROKA (1920 - ?)

 

GEORGE A. BROKA (5 JULY 1916 - 18 MAY 1998)

 

George A. Broka, 81, of Beaverton, died Monday, May 18, 1998 at Gladwin Pines Nursing Home in Gladwin after a short illness. Born July 5, 1916 in Gladwin County, he was retired from the DPW in Beaverton, in 1981. George married the former Esther Derrick, May 18, 1947 in Beaverton. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army, and belonged to the VFW Post #7303.

   Besides his wife he is survived by one daughter, Diane and husband Ralph Grimaldo of Beaverton; one son, Thomas and wife Joyce of Bay City; five sisters, Norma Jean and husband Roy Lasko of Midland, Clara and husband Palmer Peterson of Minneapolis, Minn., Marie and husband Virgil Clark of Charleston, Ill., Alma and husband Jim Clore of Gladwin, and Luella Broka of Beaverton; two brothers, Lloyd and wife Mary Jane of Gladwin, and Jim and wife Joy of Coleman; two sisters-in-law, Orrine Broka and Mildred Broka, both of Beaverton; four grandchildren; and three stepgrandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers, David and Harold; one sister and brother-in-law, Helen and Don Rousseau; and his parents, Daniel and Anna (Ashbrook) Broka.

   Services were held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel, with Rev. David Stewart officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Graveside services were by the VFW Post #7303. Memorial contributions may be made to Miracle Ranch Children's Home. Gladwin County Record dated 05-27/1998 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

JOSEPH LEE BROOKS (31 MAY 1954 - 20 MARCH 1994)

 

BERTHA HELEN (SWANTON) BROWN (23 OCT 1892 - 20 JAN 1985)

 

Bertha H. Brown, 99, of 5994S. M-30, Beaverton, died Sunday, Jan. 20 in Mt. Dora Health Care Center, Mt. Dora, Fla., after a short illness. Born in Gladwin County Oct. 23, 1892, she had spent her lifetime here. She was a member of the Edenville Seventh Day Adventist Church and the Tobacco Township Ladies Aid. The former Bertha Swanton, she was married to Shirley V. Brown Feb. 14, 1912, in Hope. He preceded her in death Dec. 26, 1977.

   Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Harold (Mildred) Wehrley of Edenville; one son, Brandon of Rhodes; one brother, Bradford of Rudyard; 7 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; and a great great grandchild. Services are incomplete, but will be held at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Gladwin County Record dated 01-23/1985 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

BETTY AILEEN (KORTKAMP) BROWN (20 JULY 1919 - 18 NOV 1982)

 

Betty A. Brown, 63, of 341 Bruce Rd., Beaverton, died Thursday, Nov. 18, in the Midland Hospital Center following a long illness. Born in Danville, Ill., on July 20, 1919, she moved to Gladwin County 15 years ago. She was a member of the Billings Ladies Aid and Alanon in Beaverton and Midland. The former Betty Kortkamp, she was married to Brandon Brown on April 29, 1939, in Detroit.

   Surviving besides her husband, are 2 sons, Brandon of Benton Harbor and Bruce of Big Rapids; a half sister, Mrs. Sue Thibodeau of Livonia; 2 step-sisters; Mrs. Edna Webb of Ann Arbor and Mrs Irene O'Neil of Redford; and 7 grandchildren.

   Services were held Sunday at 1:30 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Henry List officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.

Died in Nov 1982 following a long illness.(CA of Liver,Hip and Spine) Gladwin County Record dated 11-24/1982 Column - 5 Page - 2 

 

BRANDON SIMEON BROWN (29 OCT 1915 - 4 APRIL 1990)

 

Brandon S. Brown, 76, of 2083 Erickson Rd., Rhodes, died Wednesday, April 4, 1990, at 1070 Walnut St., Billings Township. Born in Beaverton, Jan. 29, 1913, he had spent most of his life in the county. Mr. Brown was a heavy equipment operator and member of the 324th Operating Engineers. He served in the Army as a Tech 4 during World War II. Mr. Brown and the former Betty Kortkamp were married April 29, 1939, in Detroit. She died Nov. 18, 1982. He then married the former Alta Chambers Groh, Oct. 13, 1984, in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Brandon of St. Joseph and Bruce of Reed City; 4 step-daughters, Mrs. William (Donna) Gromaski, Mrs. Ervin (Elizabeth) Foor and Mrs. Russell (Sally) Bennett of Rhodes and Mrs. Leonard (Judy) LaBean of Pinconning; one step-son, John Groh of Beaverton; one sister, Mrs. Mildred Wehrle of Beaverton; 8 grandchildren and several step-grandchildren.

   A memorial service was held Saturday at 7 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel, with Chaplain Joseph Brown of the Gladwin County VFW Post 7303, officiating.

Found dead by GSW in Billings twp residence of friend. Gladwin County Record dated 04-11/1990 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

CHARLES A. BROWN (15 DEC 1887 - 26 APRIL 1972)

 

Charles A. Brown, 84, founder of the Brown Machine Company in Beaverton, died suddenly Wednesday, April 26, at his winter home in Eustis, Fla. Mr. Brown was born December 15, 1887, in Edenville, and was married to the former Miss Lizzie Woodby August 1, 1908, in Edenville. She preceded him in death April 1, 1970. They were residents of Beaverton for many years. Mr. Brown was a member of the Beaverton F. & A.M.

   Surviving are one son, Gaylord of Beaverton; three brothers, Shirley of Beaverton, Russell of Hope, and Eber, of Saginaw; also one sister, Verna of Texas; two grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Services were held Sunday at 2:00 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton, with the Rev. Roger Browne offiicating. Interment was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-03/1972 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

DALE G. BROWN (21 APRIL 1931 - 20 APRIL 1998)

 

Dale G. Brown, 66, of Beaverton, died Monday, April 20, 1998 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland after a short illness. Born April 21, 1931, he was a supervisor for The Dow Chemical Company in Midland, retiring in 1986 after 36 years. He was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County. He was a member of the Gladwin Eagles Club, Aerie 3292; past master of the Beaverton Masonic Lodge; on the Gladwin hospital board for seven years; the Beaverton board of education for 12 years (president for eight years); and nine years as handicap chairman for the Gladwin Heights Golf Association. He also coached Beaverton Little League, and was an avid golfer and sports enthusiast. Dale married the former Joanne Walker, Oct. 10, 1950 in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Pamela and husband Robert Weaver, and Linda Brown, all of Beaverton; one brother, Robert of Carson City, Nev.; one sister, Hazel A. Lamb of Dallas, Texas; two grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

   Services will be held at 11 a.m. tomorrow (Thursday) at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel, with Rev. David Stewart officiating. Burial will be in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery. Visitation will be today (Wednesday) 1 to 9 p.m. a special Masonic memorial service will be held today (Wednesday) at 7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pardee Cancer Fund or Beaverton United Methodist Church. Gladwin County Record dated 04-22/1998 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

ELDON E. BROWN  (21 FEB 1937 - ?)

 

ELMER BROWN (9 OCT 1903 - 8 FEB 1980)

 

Elmer Brown, 76, of 699 Oliver Rd., Beaverton, died suddenly Friday, Feb. 8, at his home. Born in Merrill on October 9, 1903, he came to Gladwin County in 1944 from Akron. He retired from Dow Chemical Co. in 1967. Mr. Brown was married to the former Gladys Hodges in June 1926 in Merrill.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Ernest of Beaverton; one brother, Horace of Merrill; 3 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. A daughter, Orene, preceded him in death in 1939. Services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Donald Bates officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-13/1980 Column - 4 Page - 2   

 

FAY L. (QUILLET) BROWN (30 DEC 1913 - 19 JULY 1982)

 

Fay L. Brown, 68, of 417 S. Ross St., Beaverton, died Monday, July 19, in the Midland Hospital Center. Born in Tobacco Township on December 30, 1913, she spent her lifetime in Gladwin County. Mrs. Brown graduated from Beaverton High School in 1932 and graduated from Central Michigan University. She taught school at Winegars and in Beaverton for 35 years until retiring in 1979. She was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren, a life member of the Beaverton Education Association and the Michigan Education Association. The former Fay Quelet, she was married to Oscar Brown on June 2, 1938, in Beaverton.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by 2 daughters, Mrs. Ronald (Yvonne) Dubay of Saginaw and Mrs. Ray (Darlene) Balzer of Gladwin; 2 sisters, Mrs. Ola Shaw of Beaverton and Mrs. Naomi Mishler of Peru, Ind.; and 4 grandchildren.

   Services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. John Mishler will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-21/1982 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

MEMORIAM

 

   A LIGHT is from our household gone, A Voice we loved is stilled, A place is vacant in our home, Which never can be filled, Some may think you are forgotten, Though on earth you are no more; But in memory you are with us, As you always were before. - The family of Fay L. Brown. Gladwin County Record dated 07-20/1983 Column - 4 Page - 8 Section B. 

 

GLADYS BROWN (22 AUG 1903 - 7 JULY 1991)

 

Mrs. Gladys Brown, 87, of 699 Oliver Rd., Beaverton, died Sunday, July 7, 1991, in the Town and Country Nursing Home, Midland, after a long illness. Born in Merrill, Aug. 22, 1903, she moved to Gladwin County from Akron in 1944. The former Gladys Hodges, she was married to Elmer Brown in June 1926, in Merrill. He preceded her in death Feb. 8, 1980.

   Surviving are one son, Ernest of Beaverton; one brother, Clyde Hodges of Merrill; one sister, Berniece Honaman of Merrill; 3 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Orene, in 1939.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Ed Abbott officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-10/1991 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

HARRIET M. BROWN (1 JULY 1854 - 3 MARCH 1917)

 

ISABEL S. (MERCER) BROWN (11 AUG 1898 - 3 DEC 1985)

 

Isabel S. Brown, 87, of 110 Knox St., Beaverton, died Tuesday, Dec. 3, in the Clare Nursing Home following a long illness. Born in Beaverton Aug. 11, 1898, hse had spent her lifetime there. She and her husband operated Brown's Grocery fomr 1944 to 1955. Mrs. Brown was a member of the Beaverton United Methodist Church, a life member and past worthy matron of the Beaverton O.E.S. 386 and the Gladwin County VFW Auxiliary 7303. The former Isabel Mercer, she was married to Robert M. Brown Sept. 12, 1920, in Beaverton. He preceded her in death Feb. 18, 1946.

   Surviving are 2 sons, Robert of St. Paul, Minn, and Dale of Beaverton, one step-daughter, Mrs. Hazel Lamb of Dallas, Texas; 7 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Services were held Friday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Bruce Hatch officiated and burial wsa in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-11/1985 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

JAMES POLK BROWN (20 JAN 1847 - 18 JAN 1935)

 

FUNERAL SERVICES HELD JAMES BROWN, PIONEER

 

   Funeral services held Sunday, January 20, for James Polk Brown of Tobacco township, recounted the life of an old and esteemed citizen of the community in which he had lived since 1897. A host of friends were at the services to pay their last respects to this estimable man. His death occurred January 18 after a three-day illness at the home of his son, Robert, in Tobacco township, He was 88 years old. Born in Pittsfield, New York, January 20, 1847, he moved to Akron, Mich., with his parents in 1856. He was married May 1, 1870 to Harriet Blakley of Akron. Mrs. Brown died March 3, 1917.

   He is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Eva Trent and Mrs. Angeline Kline of Akron; James Brown of Skandia; Edna Baser, Midland; Kathryn Stephens of Fostoria; Mary Matthews of Beaverton; Jess Brown of Beaverton and Robert Brown of Beaverton. The final rites were conducted by the Rev. Perry Arnold at the Brethren church. Burial was in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-30/1935 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

JOANNE BROWN (1930 - ?)

 

LIZETTA (WOODBY) BROWN (13 FEB 1887 - 1 APRIL 1970)

 

LIZETTA BROWN DIES IN FLORIDA

 

   Mrs Lizetta Brown, 83, of Beaverton, died today, Wednesday, April 1, in Mt. Dora, Fla., following a short illness. Born in Johnson City, Tenn., on Feb. 13, 1887 she had lived in Gladwin county the past 70 years. Mrs. Brown was a member of the Beaverton Order of Eastern Star. The former Lizetta Woodby, she was married to Charles Brown in 1908, in Edenville.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by one son, Gaylord, of Beaverton; one brother, Isaac, of Wellstone; two sisters, Mrs. Herbert Weber, of Mt. Doar, Fla. and Mrs. Frank Hayman, of Metamora, O.; two grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Roger Browne will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Mrs. Brown will be at the Hall Funeral Home Friday afternoon. Gladwin County Record dated 04-01/1970 Column - 6 Page - 1

  

MILDRED BROWN (1892 - 1919)

 

MIRIAM J. BROWN (11 NOV 1931 - 1 FEB 2001)

 

Mrs. Brown, 69, passed away Thursday, Feb. 1, 2001, at her residence following a brief illness. She was born on Nov. 11, 1931, in Piqua, Ohio, to the late Korah and Mary (Wilkerson) Clingan. She married Eldon Brown on Oct. 24, 1958, in Beaverton.

   Surviving besides her husband Eldon are her children, Daniel (Ann) Brown and Deborah Mavis, both of Midland, and Trena (Thane) Grove of Gladwin; eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; two brothers, Walter Clingan of Beaverton and James Clingan of Midland and a sister, Gladys (Harold) Freeman of Beaverton. She was predeceased by three brothers and one sister.

   Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 5, 2001, at the Sisson Funeral Home, Gladwin, with The Rev. Donald Potter presiding with burial in Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. Friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday from 2 to 8 p.m. and on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of services.

   In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials for Hospice of Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 02-07/2001Column -  2 Page - 2

 

OSCAR L. BROWN (29 FEB 1908 - 26 MAY 1984)

 

Oscar L. Brown, 76, of 417 S. Ross St., Beaverton, died Saturday, May 26, at his home. Born in Jonesville on February 29, 1908, he lived most of his life in Beaverton. He was retired from the Chrysler Corp. in Detroit. Mr. Brown was a charter member of the Beaverton Lions Club and drove a Beaverton school bus for many years. He was married to the former Fay Quelet on June 2, 1938, in Beaverton. She preceded him in death July 19, 1982.

   Surviving are 2 daughters, Mrs. Ronald (Yvonne) Dubay of Saginaw and Mrs. Ray (Darlene) Balzer of Gladwin; one sister, Mrs. Bertha Nusbaum of Sturgis; 4 grandchildren and one great grandson.

   Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from Mathews Funeral Home. Monsignor Eugene Forbes officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-30/1984 Column -  8 Page - 2  

 

(Midland Daily News, May 28, 1984)

 

Oscar L. Brown, 78, of Beaverton died Saturday, May 26, 1984 at home.  He was born Feb. 29, 1908 and lived in Beaverton most of his life. He married Fay Quelet June 2, 1938 in Beaverton.  She preceded him in death July 19, 1982.

 

He is survived by two daughters,  Mrs. Ronald (Yvonne) Dubay of Saginaw and Mrs. Ray (Darlene) Balzar of Gladwin; four grandchildren, Bruce Dubay and Collette Dubay, both of Saginaw and Susan Smith and Jeff Balzar, both of Gladwin; one great-grandson, Michael Smith of Gladwin, a sister Bertha Nusbaum of Sturgis; and several nieces and nephews.

 

Services will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 29, 1984 at the Mathews Funeral Home in Gladwin.   Burial will be in Dale Cemetery.  Visiting hours will be any time at the funeral Home.

 

 

PAUL LEAMON BROWN (21 SEP 1914 - 23 AUG 1921)

 

Paul Leamon Brown, was born Sept. 21, 1914 in Tobacco township and departed this life Aug. 23, 1921, age 6 yrs. 11 months and 2 days. He was the only son of Mr and Mrs. Robt. Brown. He resided with his parents on their farm four miles east of Beaverton, until the death of his mother about two years ago. The he moved to Beaverton with his father where he resided until his death.

   Paul was always a favorite in the home. His loving disposition won many friends who grieve his early departure. He leaves a vacant place in home, the school and the Sunday school. We make our plans but so suddenly all is changed.

   He is survived by his father, mother and one sister Hazel. Two grandfathers, one grandmother, uncles, aunts, cousins and a host of friends. Funeral services were held Thursday at the Presbyterian church conducted by Rev. Geo. Killian and burial took place in Dale cemetery.    We loved our rosebud sweet and fair. But the dear Lord loved him more, And he has ever called him home, To that bright and shining shore. Gladwin County Record dated 09-01/1921 Column - 4 Page - 5

 

ROBERT L. BROWN (21 SEP 1933 - 4 APRIL 1979)

 

Robert L. Brown, 45, of 4506 S. M-18, Beaverton, died suddenly Wednesday, April 4, while at work at Dow Chemical Co. in Midland. Born in St. Louis on September 21, 1933, he came to Gladwin County in 1936. Mr. Brown was a veteran of the Korean War and was a member of the Gladwin Fraternal Order of Eagles No. 3292. He and the former Joan Longstreth were married on December 12, 1953, in Gladwin.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 daughters, Mrs. Thomas (Marcia) Grant, Kimberly and Debra, all of Beaverton and Steven of Grand Rapids; his mother, Mrs. Gene (Zella) Oberlander of Beaverton; 3 sisters, Mrs. Eloise Russell and Mrs. Jackie Roehrs of Beaverton and Mrs. Terry Schanhals of Alaska; one brother, Larry of Harrison; and 2 grandchildren.

   Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Henry List officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-11/1979 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

ROBERT M. BROWN (12 MARCH 1889 - 18 FEB 1964)

 

ROBERT M. BROWN RITES FRIDAY

 

   Robert M. Brown, 74, former mayor of Beaverton, died Tuesday after a five week illness. Born in Akron, Tuscola County, on March 12, 1889, he was married to the former Isabelle Mercer on Sept. 12, 1920 in Beaverton. Mr. Brown owned and operated a store in Beaverton for many years until his retirement. Prior to that he operated a bowling alley and theatre there for several years and was employed by the State Highway Department for 10 years. Following his retirement, he served Beaverton City as mayor for 1o years and was city assessor at the time of his death. Mr. Brown  was also a member of the county board of election canvassers and had served as its chairman for the past several years.

   Surviving are his wife, Isabelle; a daughter, Mrs. Hazel Wright, of Napoleon, Ohio; two sons, Robert J., of Los Angles, Calif., and Dale of Beaverton; a sister, Mrs. James Stephens, of Fostoria; seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Friday at 2 p.m at the Beaverton Methodist Church with the Rev. Gordon Showers officiating. Burial will be in Dale Cemetery under the auspices of the Masonic Lodge. Gladwin County Record dated 02-19/1964 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

SADIE BROWN

 

Sadie, daughter of James and Sarah Brown of Winegar, died Nov. 30, of typhoid fever. She was a member of the Brethren church and was loved and esteemed by all who knew her. She leaves four sisters and one brother, besides her father and mother to mourn her departure. She was a true Christian, a kind and loving daughter and sister, and will be greatly missed. Interment at Dale cemetery. The funeral was preached at the Brethren church. Gladwin County Record dated 12-10/1908 Column - 1 Page - 4

 

SHIRLEY VERNON (SWANTON) BROWN (11 SEP 1890 - 26 DEC 1977)

 

Shirley Vernon Brown, 87, of 5594 South M-18, Beaverton, died Monday, Dec. 26, in Eustis, Fla. Born in Edenville on September 11, 1890, he moved to Gladwin County 20 years ago from Detroit. Mr. Brown was retired from farming. He was married to the former Bertha Swanton on February 14, 1912, in Hope.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Brandon of Beaverton; one daughter, Mrs. Harold (Mildred) Wehrle of Beaverton; one brother, Russell of Hope; one sister, Mrs. Verna Snyder of Texas; 7 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Services were held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Elder Paul Schoun officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-04/1978 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

MR. BROWN (Shirley V. Brown), Beaverton (Dec. 29, 1977)

 

Services for Mr. Brown, 87, who died Monday in Eustis, Fla., will be held 2pm. Friday in the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton, with burial in Dale Cemetery.  He was born Sept. 11, 1890 in Edenville.  Among the survivors are his widow, Bertha; a son and a daughter.

 

 

TERA SUE BROWN (1 JAN 1976 - 3 MARCH 1976)

 

Tera Sue Brown, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Brown, 1541 Knox Rd., Beaverton, died March 4, at C.S. Mott Children's Hospital, Ann Arbor, following an illness of 10 days. The little girl was born January 1, 1976.

   Surviving are her parents, Michael and Carol Brown, grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Mishler, and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Brown, all of Beaverton; great grandparents, Mrs. Zella Oberlander, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Longstreth, all of Beaverton, and Mr. and Mrs. Sid Briemmer of Lansing; and great great grandfather, Charles Stone of Lansing.

   Services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home with the Rev. Henry List officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-10/1976 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

ANNE J. (ANDERSON) BROWNE (12 JULY 1925 - 28 SEP 1985)

 

Anne J. Browne, 60, of 4699 Dundas Rd., Beaverton, died Saturday, Sept. 28, in the Midland Hospital Center following a long illness. Born in Saginaw July 12, 1925, she came to Gladwin County in 1961. The former Anne Anderson, she was married to Robert Browne Sept. 29, 1945, in Saginaw.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by 3 sons, Robert Jr. of Montrose, Dennis of Bay City and John of Traverse City; 2 daughters, Cheryl Eberhart of Beaverton and Mrs. Jeffrey (Kimberly) Pribbernow of Beaverton: her mother, Mrs. Anna Wittenmyer of Saginaw; 2 brothers, Robert of San Diego, Calif. and John of Gladwin; 2 sisters, Mrs. Ethel Muehlenbeck of Houghton Lake and Mrs. Ardith Gilles of AuGres; and 12 grandchildren.

   Services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Bruce Hatch officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-02/1985 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

ROBERT W. BROWNE (26 OCT 1921 - 20 JULY 1988)

 

Robert W. Browne, 66, of 4699 Dundas Rd., Beaverton, died suddenly Wednesday, July 20, at his home. bonr in Saginaw, Oct. 26, 1921, he moved to Gladwin County in 1961 from Saginaw. Mr. Browne was a crane operator for General Motors Central Foundry in Saginaw for 17 years until retiring in 1961. He was a member of the U.A.W. and Local 455 Retirees. Mr. Browne was married to the former Anne J. Anderson, Sept. 29, 1945, in Saginaw. She preceded him in death Sept. 28, 1985.

   Surviving are 3 sons, Robert Jr. of Flint, Dennis of Bay City and John of Traverse City; 2 daughters, Mrs. Jeff (Cherly) Gassman and Mrs. Jeff (Kimberly) Pribbernow of Beaverton; 3 brothers, Richard of St. Charles, Wiley of Reese and Morley of Saginaw; one sister, Mrs. Charlene Hanson of Flint; 3 half-brothers, Earl and Thomas Wenzel of St. Charles and John Wenzel of Indiana; and 13 grandchildren.

   Services were held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Mark Moore officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-27/1988 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

STEPHEN JEFFERSON BRUBAKER (22 DEC 1934 - ?)

 

ETHEL MARIE (MILLER) BRUBAKER (26 APRIL 1935 - 13 FEB 1997)

 

ETHEL "SISTY" MARIE BRUBAKER

 

   Ethel Marie Brubaker, 61, of Beaverton, died Thursday, Feb. 13, 1997 at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center-Midland after a short illness. Born April 26, 1945 in Midland, she resided in Beaverton since 1952. The former Ethel Miller married Steve Brubaker Sr. on Aug. 22, 1952 in Gladwin. She was a homemaker in her own home.

   Besides her husband she is survived by two sons, Steve and wife Jodi of Beaverton and Rick of Three Rivers; three daughters, Susan and husband Rick Stone of Gladwin, Lori and husband Rod Grove of Beaverton, and Teri of Gladwin; two brothers, Robert Miller of Auburn and Carl Miller of Midland; two sisters, Alta Bindschatel of Frederick and Ruth Marble of Algenac; and seven grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, four brothers and two sisters.

   Services were held at 10 a.m. Saturday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Gladwin with the Rev. Father Julius A. Spleet officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to be used according to family wishes. Gladwin County Record dated 02-19/1997 Column - 3 Page - 7 

 

CLARA (FOX) BRUCKNER (21 JULY 1900 - 21 MAY 1957)

 

SERVICES SATURDAY FOR CLARA FOX BRUCKNER

 

   Clara Fox Bruckner, 56, died in Detroit yesterday after an illness of three months. She had made her home there the past 20 years, previously living in Beaverton. Miss Bruckner was born on July 21, 1900. Surviving her are several nieces and nephews. Funera services will be on Saturday, May 25 at 2:30 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Henry C. Hall will officiate. Burial will be in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-22/1957 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

ADELINE (NEUMANN) BRUSHABER (9 JULY 1893 - 30 JUNE 1953)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO MRS. BRUSHABER

 

   Mrs. Adeline Brushaber, 59, passed away on Tuesday noon, June 30, after several weeks of serious illness. Funeral services will be held on Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Dale Methodist church, with the Rev. Larry Grubaugh officiating. Burial will be made in the Dale cemetery A short prayer service at the home will precede the church service.

   Adeline Neumann was born in Adrian on July 9, 1893. She came to Gladwin county with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Neumann in 1898, and has resided in Tobacco township for most of her life. She married John Brushaber in 1912. Surviving are her husband; five sons, Charles of Gladwin, Lloyd, Roy, John, Jr. and Richard, all of Beaverton; one daughter, Violet Niendorf of Saginaw; two brothers, Charles Neumann of Gladwin and William Neumann of Saginaw; also one sister Louise of Saginaw; 13 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. A son, Warren, passed away several years ago. Gladwin County Record dated 07-01/1953 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

DELBERT L. BRUSHABER (1914 - 1941)

 

FRANK S. BRUSHABER (21 FEB 1907 - 21 NOV 1956)

 

DIES AT BILLINGS TOWNSHIP HOME

 

   Frank S. Brushaber, 49, of Billings township died suddenly at his home Wednesday afternoon after a heart attack. He was born February 21, 1907, and had been a life long resident of Gladwin county. Mr. Brushaber was a veteran of World War II.

   Surviving are three sons, Jack, Henry and Herman, of Gladwin county; his mother, Mrs. Orilla Brushaber, of Billings township, and two brothers, William of Flint and Orley of Beaverton. Funeral services were held Saturday at the Dale Methodist Church with the Rev. Vern Summers officiating. Burial was in the Dale cemetery, with Earl Erway, Leo Trumbel, Frank Crowell, John McGrath, Richard Sterling and Ora Spencer as pallbearers. Gladwin County Record dated 11-28/1956 Column - 7 Page - 1

 

FRED H. BRUSHABER, SR (22 JAN 1875 - 20 AUG 1958)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO FRED BRUSHABER

 

   Funeral services were held Friday at 2 p.m. at the Beaverton Methodist Church, for Fred Brushaber, 83, who died at the Gladwin Nursing Home on Wednesday, August 20, following a six months illness. The Rev. Verne Summers officiated and burial was in Dale cemetery. Mr. Brushaber was born on Jan. 22, 1875 in Saginaw, and had been a resident of Gladwin County since 1888. He was married to the former Melinda Mae Hawley in 1904 in Wolverine, who preceded him in death on July 2, 1957.

   Survivors include two sons, Fred, of Gladwin, and Lynn, of Saginaw; four daughters, Mrs. Anna Colbeck and Mrs. Ida Snyder, of Saginaw, Mrs. Donna Reinberg, of Midland, and Mrs. Lola Jacobi, of Sanford; two brothers, Henry, of Saginaw, and Charles, of Wolverine; one sister, Mrs. Tina Berger, of Saginaw; 17 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. Nephews of Mr. Brushaber were pallbearers. Gladwin County Record dated 08-27/1958 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

From the Gladwin County Record --- August 20, 1958

 

FRED BRUSHABER DIES THIS MORNING

 

   Fred Brushaber, of Beaverton, died Wednesday morning at the Gladwin Nursing Home. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time, but information may be had by calling the Hall Funeral Home.

   Surviving are one son, Fred Jr., of Gladwin; five daughters, Mrs. Anna Colbeck, Mrs. Ida Snyder, and Miss Lynn, of Saginaw, Mrs. Donna Reinberg, of Midland, and Mrs. Lola Jacobi, of Sanford; 17 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.

   Mrs. Brushaber preceded him in death on July 2, 1957.

 

JOHN J. BRUSHABER, JR (20 FEB 1922 - 3 MARCH 2001)

 

   JOHN J. (JUNIOR) BRUSHABER, of Beaverton, went to be with his Savior Saturday, March 3, 2001 following a short illness, at his home with his wife, children, and all of his grandchildren at his side.

Born Feb. 20, 1922 in Beaverton, where he lived all of his life, he was the son of John and Adeline (Neuman) Brushaber. He was employed by The Dow Chemical Company in Midland where he worked in the Saran Department, retiring in 1974 after 30 years.

   He also worked all his life on the family farm, where he still loved the land and continued to help his sons and grandson with the operation, until his illness last fall. He still lived on the property where he was born and was proud of the fact that it was proclaimed a “Centennial Farm” by the State of Michigan in 1997. He was also extremely proud of the fact that his grandson, Brad, had joined the operation and was the fourth generation to farm the property. John and his wife, Nancy, were inducted into the Farmer’s Hall of Fame in September 1998.

   John and Nancy enjoyed traveling, which included trips to Hawaii, Europe, South America, and Mexico, among other places. They also hosted several exchange students over the years.

He attended church regularly, and took pleasure in several hobbies, including restoring many varied pieces of antique horse drawn equipment, which he sold to several area Amish farmers. He recently donated some to the West Branch Museum.

   John and Nancy were charter members of the Gladwin County Ice Carnival Association. They were also members of the Gladwin County Farm Bureau. John also sold seed corn for the DeKalb Company for 30 years, which gave him more opportunity to do one of his favorite pastimes, meeting people. However, John’s greatest joy in life was spending time with his family, especially his great-grandchildren. John married the former Nancy Borton, April 15, 1944 in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by two sons, Dennis and wife Nancy and Dick and wife Lynda, all of Beaverton; four grandsons, Mark and wife Kelly Brushaber of Dearborn, John and wife Michelle Brushaber and Brad and wife Amy Brushaber, all of Beaverton, and Matt and wife Shannon Brushaber of Chesterfield Township; one granddaughter, Jay Lynn and husband John Pressler of Bay City; 10 great-grandchildren, Amanda, Sam, Brenden, John Ryan, Adrianne, Brent, Ashleigh and Anna Brushaber, Amber McAllister, and Noah Pressler; two brothers, Charlie of Houghton Lake and Richard of Beaverton; one sister, Violet Neindorf of Wayne; and a special niece, Norma Smith of Livonia.

   He will be sadly missed by many cousins, nieces, and nephews and a multitude of friends.

John was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Warren, Roy, and Lloyd; and one sister-in-law, Anne Hunter. The family is eternally grateful to the MidMichigan Hospice of Midland for their loving care and support during this very difficult time.

   Services were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Hall Funeral, Gladwin with Pastor Matt Place officiating.

Burial was in the Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton.

Memorials are requested for MidMichigan Hospice, Living Home Fellowship Church, or the Dale United Methodist Church. Gladwin County Record dated 03-07/2001 Column - 4 Page -  2  

 

JOHN BRUSHABER (8 AUG 1872 - 20 JAN 1955)

 

JOHN BRUSHABER PASSES AT HOME

 

   John Brushaber, 83, a well-known and long-time resident of Gladwin county, passed away at his Tobacco township farm home Thursday evening, Jan. 20, following a ten-months illness. The son of the late Fred and Anna Brushaber, he was born August 8, 1872 at Zilwaukee. In 1902 he was married to Miss Pearl Taylor who passed away in 1908. In 1912 he was married to Miss Adeline Neumann, who preceded him in death in 1953. A resident of Gladwin county for more than 63 years, he operated a large farm and dealt in live-stock and at one time operated a store in Beaverton.

   His survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Violet Niendorg of Saginaw; five sons, Charles of Gladwin, Roy, John J., Richard and Lloyd, all of Beaverton; 15 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren; four brothers, Fred and William of Beaverton, Charles of Ann Arbor and Henry of Saginaw; and one sister, Mrs. Tena Berger, of Saginaw. One sons, Warren, preceded him in death several years ago. Funeral services were conducted Monday at 2 p.m. from Dale Methodist church with the pastor, Rev. Larry Grubaugh, officiating. Interment was made in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-26/1955 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

LARRY R. BRUSHABER (15 JAN 1942 - 26 APRIL 2001)

 

   LARRY R. BRUSHABER, 59, of Beaverton, died Thursday, April 26, 2001 at home.

Born Jan. 15, 1942 in Saginaw, he was the son of Roy and Mary Jane (Oard) Brushaber. He was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County. He was owner/operator of Brushaber Products, retiring in 1986 after 12 years.

Surviving are one daughter, Brenda Brushaber of Cedar Hill, Texas; one son, Jeff and wife Jennifer of Gladwin; one granddaughter, Nikole Jarosiewicz of Gladwin; one grandson, Samuel Brushaber of Gladwin; his mother, Mary Jane Brushaber of Beaverton; and one sister, Ruth Henry of Petersburg. He was preceded in death by his father.

   Services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Memorial contributions may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Gladwin County Record dated 05-02/2001 Column - 3 Page -  2   

 

LLOYD BRUSHABER (18 JULY 1913 - 20 FEB 1990)

 

Lloyd Brushaber, 76, of 4943 Dundas Rd., Beaverton, died Tuesday, Feb. 20, 1990, at his home after a long illness. Born in Gladwin County, July 18, 1913, he had spent his lifetime here and farmed. Mr. Brushaber and the fomer Stella Fry were married, Sept. 6, 1936, in Gladwin.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, James of Beaverton; one daughter, Mrs. Robert (Sharon) Dengel of Auburn; 3 brothers, Charles of Gladwin, John Jr. and Richard of Beaverton; one sister, Mrs. Violet Ferguson of Saginaw; 5 grandchildren an done great grandchild. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Warren and Roy.

   Services were held Friday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Mike Clark officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Church of the Brethren or the Alzheimer Disease Association. Gladwin County Record dated 02-28/1990 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

MARY JANE BRUSHABER (1917 -  ?)

 

MELINDA  MAE “MINNIE” (HAWLEY) BRUSHABER (3 JULY 1885 - 2 JULY 1957)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS. MINNIE BRUSHABER

 

   Mrs. Melinda Mae (Minnie) Brushaber, 71, took her own life at her home in Beaverton on Tuesday, July 2. A resident of Beaverton for 13 years and Gladwin county for 57 years, she was born in Quebec, Canada, on July 3, 1885. The former Miss Melinda Mae Hawley was married to Fred Brushaber in Wolverine in 1904.

   Surviving are her husband Fred; one son, Fred Jr., of Gladwin; five daughters, Mrs. Anna Colbeck, Mrs. Ida Snyder, and Miss Lynn of Saginaw, Mrs. Donna Reinberg of Midland, and Mrs. Lola Jacobi of Sanford; 17 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and one brother, Edgar Wright of Flint.

   Funeral services were held on Friday at 2 p.m. at the Methodist Church in Beaverton with the Rev. Verne Summers officiating. Burial was in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-10/1957 Column - 7 Page - 1

 

NANCY I. BRUSHABER (24 AUG 1926 - ?)

 

ORILLA (PERRY) BRUSHABER (10 APRIL 1886 - 10 OCT 1960)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO MRS. BRUSHABER

 

   Mrs. Orilla Brushaber, 74, of Billings Township, died Monday following an illness of six months. The former Miss Orilla Pary was born April 10, 1886, in Owosso, and was married to William Brushaber, Sr. in Beaverton on July 10, 1902. She spent her lifetime in Gladwin County. Her husband preceded her in death on August 28, 1955.

   Surviving her are two sons, Orley; of Billings Township, and William of Flint; a sister, Mrs. Jack LaVeque, of Billings Township; five grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Two sons, Delbert and Frank also preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1:30 at the Dale Methodist Church. The Rev. Gordon Showers will officiate and burial is in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-12/1960 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

PEARL (TAYLOR) BRUSHABER (1881 - 8 SEP 1908)

 

Clyde, Roy and Ed Taylor and Mr. and Mrs. Robertson returned to Ohio

Monday, after being here to attend the funeral of Mrs. Pearl Taylor. Funeral of Mrs. John Brushaber was held in the Dale hall the 11th and interment took place in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 9-17/1908 Column – 1 Page – 4.

 

ROY BRUSHABER (5 MARCH 1920 - 30 JAN 1984)

 

Roy Brushaber, 63, of 31 E. Brushaber Rd., Beaverton died Monday, Jan. 30, in the Midland Hospital Center following an illness of 10 weeks. Born in Tobacco Township on March 5, 1920, he had spent his lifetime here. He was a warehouse supervisor for Vercon, Inc. in Coleman. Mr. Brushaber and the former Mary Jane Oard were married October 20, 1940, in Hay Township.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Larry of Beaverton; one daughter, Mrs. Clyde (Ruth) Henry of Petersburg; 4 brothers, John Jr., Lloyd and Richard of Beaverton and Charles of Higgins Lake; one sister, Mrs. Violet Ferguson of Saginaw; and 5 grandchildren.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1:30 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Bruce Hatch officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-01/1984 Column - 3 Page – 2

 

(Midland Daily News, January 31, 1984)

 

Roy Brushaber, 63, of Beaverton, died Monday, Jan. 30, 1984, at Midland Hospital Center following short illness.

 

He was born March 5, 1920, in Tobacco Township. He retired from Vercon Inc. in Coleman, where he was a warehouse supervisor. He was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County, and was married to the former Mary Jane Oard on Oct. 20, 1940, in Hay Township.

 

He leaves his wife, Mary Jane; son, Larry Brushaber of Beaverton; daughter, Mrs. Clyde (Ruth) Henry of Petersburg, Mich; five grandchildren; brothers, John Brushaber Jr., Lloyd Brushaber and Richard Brushaber, all of Beaverton, and Charles Brushaber of Higgins Lake; and sister, Mrs. Violet Ferguson of Saginaw.

 

Services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Hall Funeral Home’s Beaverton Chapel, with the Rev. Bruce Hatch officiating.  Burial will be in Dale Cemetery.  Friends may call at the funeral home any time today.

 

 

(Bay City Times, Jan. 31, 1984)

 

Mr. Brushaber, 63, died Monday at the Midland Hospital Center, Midland.  He was born March 5, 1920, in Gladwin County.  Survivors include his wife, Mary Jane, a son and daughter.  Services will be held at 1:30pm Wednesday at the Hall Funeral Home Chapel, Beaverton.  Burial will take place at the Dale Cemetery, Beaverton.

 

STELLA V. (FRY) BRUSHABER (1916 - ?)

 

WALTER L. BRUSHABER (16 MARCH 1910 - 14 MARCH 1970)

 

WARREN BRUSHABER (13 OCT 1916 - 8 DEC 1951)

 

Warren Brushaber, 35, was killed last Saturday evening about 8 o'clock when his car left the road and plunged into the ditch a mile and a half south of Winegars, on M-30. He was riding alone according to Sheriff Arthur Kelly. Funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon from the Dale Methodist church, with the Rev. J. P. Hollopeter officiating. Burial was made in the Dale cemetery. A prayer service preceded the church service at the hom of his parents.

   He was born in Tobacco township on October 13, 1916, and was married to Miss Anne Santa on January 19, 1938, in Cleveland, Ohio. He was a veteran of World War II and a member of the V.F.W. Post. At the time of his death he was employed at Dow Chemical Company in Midland and lived on a farm in Tobacco township. Surviving are his wife, Anne; three children, Barbara Jean 13, Betty Lou 4 and Tommy Warren 8; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Brushaber, of Tobacco township; five brothers, Charles of Gladwin, Lloyd, Ray, John Jr. and Richard, all of Beaverton; one sister, Mrs. Violet Niendorf, of Saginaw. Gladwin County Record dated 12-12/1951 Column - 8 Page - 1   

 

WILLIAM BRUSHABER, SR (10 JULY 1878 - 28 AUG 1955)

 

SERVICES THURSDAY FOR WM. BRUSHABER

 

   William Brushaber, 77, prominent Billings Township farmer, passed away Monday after an illness of four week. Mr. Brushaber was born in Saginaw County July 10, 1878 and was married to Orilla Perry July 10, 1902. He had lived on the same farm in Billings Township for the past 63 years.

   He is survived by his wife; three sons, William Jr. of Flint, Frank S. and Orley R. of Beaverton; one sister, Mrs. Tena Berger of Saginaw; three brother, Henry of Saginaw, Fred of Beaverton, and Charles of Wolverine; several grandchildren and great grandchildren. One son, Delbert, preceded him in death.

   Funeral services will be held at Dale Methodist Church Thursday, Sept. 1, at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Larry Grubaugh offiiciating. Pallbearers will be Earl Colbeck, Earl Woodruff, Herman Leuenberger, Chris Leuenberger, Claud Kent and Jay Oliver. Burial will be in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-31/1955 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

JERRY R. BUBEN (28 MAY 1940 - 22 FEB 1999)

 

Jerry R. Buben, 58, of Plymouth, died Monday, Feb. 22, 1999 in Ann Arbor. Born May 28, 1940 in Flint, he was an instructor for Wayne County Co. College. Surviving are his wife, Lois of Plymouth; one brother, Edward and wife Jan of Flint. He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Mary Buben.

   Services were held at 10 a.m. Thursday at Vermeulen Funeral Home in Plymouth with Rev. David Martin officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery in Beaverton. Memorials may be made to Arbor Hospice, 2366 Oak Valley Dr., Ann Arbor 48103. Gladwin County Record dated 03-03/1999 Column - 1 Page - 2  

 

LOIS A. BUBEN (1942 - ?)

 

MARGARET L. (ROTTIERS) BUBEN (16 SEP 1912 - 10 FEB 1983)

 

Margaret L. Buben, 70, of 1029 McKimmy Dr., Beaverton, died Thursday, Feb. 10, in the Midland Hospital Center following a long illness. Born in Birch Run on September 16, 1912, she came to Gladwin County in 1971, from Flint. She was a member of the Dale United Methodist Church, the Beaverton Senior Citizens Club, Order of Eastern Star 138, Flint and the Suburbanite Home Extension Club in Beaverton. The former Margaret Rottiers, she was married to Mike Buben December 29, 1934, in Angola, Ind. He preceded her in death January 2, 1978.

   Surviving are one son, Kenneth of Flint; one daughter, Mrs. Edward (Janice) Brown of Algonquin, Ill.; one brother, Walter of Mio; 7 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Dale United Methodist Church. The Rev. Bruce Hatch officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 02-16/1983 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

(Midland Daily News, Feb. 11 1983)

 

Margaret L. Buben, 70, Beaverton, died Thursday in Midland Hospital Center after a long illness.

She was born Sept. 16, 1912, in Birch Run. She had been a resident of Beaverton since 1971, moving there from Flint. The former Margaret Rottiers married Mike Buben Dec. 29, 1934, in Angola, Ind. He died Jan. 2, 1978.

 

She was a member of Dale United Methodist Church, Order of Eastern Star Chapter No. 138 of Flint, Beaverton Senior Citizens Club and Surburbanite Home Extension of Beaverton.

 

She leaves son, Kenneth M. Buben of Flint; daughter, Mrs. Edward (Janice) Brown of Algonquin, Ill.; six grandchildren; one great grandchild; and brother, Walter Rottiers of Mio.

 

Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday in Dale United Methodist Church, Beaverton, with the Rev. Bruce Hatch officiating. Burial will be in Dale Cemetery. Friends may call at Beaverton Chapel, Hall Funeral Home, after 7 p.m today.

 

 

MIKE BUBEN (18 OCT 1910 - 2 JAN 1978)

 

Mike Buben, 67, of 1029 McKimmy Dr., Beaverton, died suddenly Monday, Jan. 2, at his home. Born in Lorain, Ohio, on October 18, 1910, he moved to Gladwin County seven years ago from Flint. Mr. Buben was a retired electrician for Buick Motors. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge No. 23 in Flint, the Shrine Lodge in Saginaw, and was a 32nd degree Mason. He and the former Margaret Rotties were married on December 29, 1934, in Angola, Ind.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Edward (Janice) Brown of Algonquin, Ill.; one son, Kenneth of Flint; 6 brothers, John of Garden City, George of Detroit, Frank of Flint, Peter of Tucson, Ariz., Joseph of Ohio and Paul of Grand Rapids; 3 sisters, Mrs. Mary Livac of Rutland, Vt., Mrs. Nancy Wilkinson of Grand Ledge and Mrs. Susan Bostwick of Flint.

   Services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Donald Bates officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-04/1978 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

EVA MAUDE (MORRIS) BUDGE (20 DEC 1878 - 14 NOV 1966)

 

SERVICES FOR MRS. BUDGE THURSDAY

 

   Services for Mrs. E. Maude Budge, 87, of Beaverton, will be held Thursday at 1:30 p.m. at the Beaverton Presbyterian Church. Mrs. Budge died Monday, Nov. 14 at the King's Daughters' Home in Midland. Born in Woodbridge, Mich., Dec. 20, 1878, Mrs. Budge had been a resident of Beaverton since 1900. The former Maude Morris and Laurin J. Budge were married in Beaverton June 25, 1906. He died January 11, 1956.

   Mrs. Budge was a former teacher in the Beaverton schools. Always active, until recent years, in Beaverton civic affairs, Mrs. Budge was a member of the Presbyterian Church, a life member of the Order of Eastern Star, first president of the Beaverton Parent Teacher Association, and helped organize the Garden Club.

   Surviving are two daughter, Mrs. Edith Darnell of McBain, and Mrs. Lorraine McVey of Saginaw; five grandchildren and four great grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Gordon Capling of Gladwin; and a brother, Gordon M. Morris of Beaverton.

   The Rev. Roger Browne will officiate at the services and interment will be in the Dale Cemetery. Friends may call at the Hall Funeral Home until 10 a.m. Thursday. Gladwin County Record dated 11-16/1966 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

LAURIN JAMES BUDGE (22 MAY 1880 - 11 JAN 1956)

 

SERVICES FRIDAY FOR L. J. BUDGE

 

   Lauren J. Budge, well-known retired Beaverton businessman, died at his home in Beaverton this forenoon. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 8 o'clock, in the Beaverton Presbyterian Church. Mr. Budge will be at the Hall Funeral Home until noon Friday. A complete obituary will be printed next week. Gladwin County Record dated 01-11/1956 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

LAUREN BUDGE

 

   Funeral services for Lauren James Budge, 75-year-old retired Beaverton businessman and legislator and a pioneer in the tourist industry were held Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the Beaverton Presbyterian church, with Dr. John Osborne, assisted by the Rev. Paul Mishler, officiating. Burial was in the Dale cemetery. Born in Lee, Maine, May 22, 1880, Mr. Budge died suddenly Wednesday morning at his home at 217 Knox street.

   A graduate of the Ferris Institute as a registered pharmacist in 1904, he opened the drug store that he owned and operated in Beaverton for nearly a half-century, that year. He retired after selling the store in 1942. One of the original members of the Northeastern Michigan Development bureau, he was named president of it in 1923, the year before its successor, the East Michigan Tourist Association was founded. Mr. Budge had served as president of the parent organization since, and was also active in the EMTA.

   He served for two years in the Army in World War I, being discharged with the rank of First Lieutenant. He was mayor for three terms, supervisor, city councilman, and city treasurer, and was one-time president of the Beaverton Board of Commerce. He was elected to the state legislature on the Republican ticket in 1926 from the Midland district, and represented the district for two terms at Lansing. He was a member of the Beaverton Masonic Lodge, O.E.S., and of the American Legion post, the DAV, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

   His survivors include his wife, E. Maude; two daughters, Mrs. Donald Darnell, of McBain, and Mrs. Loraine McVey, of Beaverton; five grandchildren; and two brothers, Dr. M. J. Budge, of Ithaca; and Walter, of Coleman. Gladwin County Record dated 01-18/1956 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

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MARY ELLEN BURGESS (? - 13 JULY 1967)

 

RITES HELD FOR INFANT

 

   Graveside services were conducted in the Dale Cemetery near Beaverton Saturday afternoon for Mary Ellen Burgess, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth L. Burgess of 3605 Blarney Drive, Midland. Rev. Wallace Moore officiated at the rites. The baby died Thursday at the Midland Hospital.

   In addition to her parents she is survived by a sister Elizabeth at home; grandmother, Mrs. Ellen Burgess of Beaverton, and grandparents; Mr. and Mrs. Paul McKimmy of Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 07-19/1967 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

ROSE L. (RAWLING) BURGESS (1872 - MARCH 1943)

 

MRS. ROSE BURGESS BURIED IN DALE

 

   Funeral services for Mrs. Rose Burgess, who died in Detroit, were held here Saturday afternoon in the Presbyterian church with Rev. S. T. Pendleton officiating. Burial was in Dale cemetery. Mrs. Burgess was a pioneer resident of Beaverton having lived in and near Beaverton several years. Being in poor health she had gone to Detroit to spend the winter with her daughter, Mrs. Mary (Rawling) Kennedy, and other relatives there. Gladwin County Record dated 03-17/1943 Column - 5 Page - 4  

 

ALEX ALAN BURKE (6 MARCH 1989 - 10 MARCH 1989)

 

Alex Alan Burke, infant son of John Burke and Kim Ignatowski of Beaverton, died Friday, March 10, 1989, in the Saginaw General Hospital. He was born March 6, 1989, in Saginaw.

   Besides his parents, he is survived by one brother, Arthur; 2 sisters, Jackie and Jamie; grandparents, C. Wayne and Phyllis Studer of Midland, William Burke Jr. of Beaverton and Hazel Pretzer of Bay City.

   Graveside rites were held Monday at 3 p.m. at the Dale Cemetery with Elder Robert Campbell officiating. Arrangements were in charge of Ware-Smith-Woolever and Co., Midland. Memorials may be made to the Saginaw General Hospital, Neonatal ICU Unit. Gladwin County Record dated 03-15/1989 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

EDITH (ASCH) BURKE (1900 - 1995)

 

WILLIAM ANDREW BURKE, JR (9 NOV 1925 - 16 JUNE 2001)

 

William Andrew Burke Jr. of Beaverton, died Saturdya, June 16, 2001 at St. Mary's Hospital in Saginaw after a short illness. Born Nov. 9, 1925 in Midland, he was the son of the late William A. and Edith (Asch) Burke. John married the former Hazel Maxine (Hoxey), March 10, 1950. He enjoyed many wonderful years milking cattle and farming He was also employed at The Dow Chemical Company for 17 years. He served in the Army Air Corps from 1944 to 1945. He was a member of the Community of Christ (Formerly RLDS) Church in Beaverton.

   Surviving are one son, John of Beaverton; three daughters, Kathleen (Jack) Harrison of Carrolton, Texas, Brenda (David) Garver of Farwell, and Laurie Burke of Ithaca; a long-time companion, Susan Leppert of Beaverton; three sisters, Dorothy Raetz of Midland, Gretta Brooks of Suttons Bay, and Karen (Fred) Provost of Midland; one brother-in-law, Robert (Carol) Campbell of Midland; six grandchildren Kristen (Harrison) Bedell, Mark and Rick Harrison, all of Texas, Kathleen, Andrew, and Mary Garver of Farwell; three great-grandchildren, Katelyn, Chris, and Jack Bedell of Texas; and many nieces and nephews.

   William was preceded in death by one son, William (Billy) Andrew III; one grandson, Alex Alan Burke; and one sister, Elna Campbell. Services will be conducted by Evangelist Robert Campbell and Elder Thomas Rodabaugh of the Community of Christ Church at the Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton, today (Wednesday) at 2 p.m. Visitation will be today (Wednesday) at 1 p.m. Those planning to make an expression of sympathy may make donations to the Leukemia Society of America. Gladwin County Record dated 06-20/2001 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

WILLIAM ANDREW BURKE, SR. (28 MARCH 1896 - 24 FEB 1971)

 

WILLIAM ANDREW BURKE, III (17 DEC 1952 - 27 APRIL 1958)

 

LONG ILLNESS FATAL TO 5-YEAR-OLD BOY

 

   William A. Burke, III, five-year-old Beaverton boy, died Sunday at the Children's Hospital in Detroit following a six months illness. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. William A. Burke Jr., of Beaverton. William was born in Midland on Dec. 17, 1952, and had resided in Beaverton most of his life.

   Surviving are his parents; a brother, John; two sisters, Kathy and Brenda; and his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. William Burke, Sr., of Midland; and Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hoxy, of South Branch. Funeral services were held today (Wednesday) at 2 o'clock at the Reorganized Church of Latter Day Saints at Midland. Elder Robert Campbell officiated and burial was in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-30/1958 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

GEORGE BURKETT (1889 – 31 OCT 1918)

 

MARY BURKETT (? - ?)

 

THERESA BURKETT (? - ?)

 

WESLEY BURKETT (19 NOV 1885 - 19 FEB 1910) - 24 yrs 3 months Son of M.A. Burkett?

 

 Wesley Burkett, aged 24, son of Mr. and Mrs. James Burkett of Beaverton, was killed in Chicago while at work. The remains were brought home for interment and buried in the Dale cemetery. Mr. Burkett was a young man of excellent character and was held in esteem by his many friends as shown by the way he was sent home. The beautiful flowers and cards of sympathy were silent tokens of his friends in Chicago and elsewhere. Gladwin County Record dated 03-03/1910 Column - 3 Page - 1  

 

CARL B. BURNS (11 JULY 1895 - 6 DEC 1906)

 

E. FRANK BURNS (1859 - 1945)

 

MARGARET E. BURNS (1867 - 1960)

 

MARGARET (ESTES) BURT (11 APRIL 1870 - 5 DEC 1945)

 

MRS. MARGARET BURT RITES SUNDAY

 

   Mrs. Margaret Estes Burt, 75, died on Wednesday, December 5, after an illness of five years. Funeral services were held on Sunday, at 2:30 p.m. at the Beaverton Latter Day Saints church, with burial in the Dale cemetery. Elders Sam Pendleton and Ernest Burt, of Onaway officiated. Margaret Estes was born in Shiawassee county on April 11, 1870. She was married to Mr. Burt at Langsburg, Michigan, in June, 1889, who preceded her in death in September, 1940. They made their home in Beaverton for many years.

   Surviving are four sons, Ernest M. Burt, of Onaway, Thomas Burt of Spring Lake, George E. Burt, of Ft. Wayne, Indiana and Floyd Burt, of Beaverton; two daughters, Mrs. Leah Crich, of Ferndale, Mrs. Florence Fauver, of Ft. Wayne, Indiana; three brothers, Andrew and Henry Estes, of Perry, Burt Estes, of Ferndale; three sisters, Mrs. Cora Harris, of Perry, Mrs. Jane Carr, of Lansing, Mrs. Adeline Cornell, of Flint; 12 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 12-12/1945 Column - 4 Page - 1   

 

C'S

 

ASA BURTON CAREY (23 JULY 1898 - 24 MAY 1963)

 

THREE LOSE LIVES IN CRASH

 

   A Tobacco Township couple and a Sanford man were killed Friday evening when their cars crashed head-on about three miles north of Edenville. Mr. and Mrs. Asa Buton Carey, of Tobacco apparently died instantly Gladwin County sheriff's officers said. Ford Fisher, Jr., succumbed on the way to the hospital in an ambulance. Officers said marks on the pavement indicated that Fisher's car crossed over the centerline into the Carey car's lane about four feet. The vehicles crashed almost head-on. Mrs. Carey, 59, was driving their compact model car with Mr. Carey, 64, as a passenger. They were heading north on M-30, in Billings Township, and Fisher, 31, was going south.

   Sheriff Victor Edick and Deputy George Breault, who investigated the accident, said it occurred on a easy curve in the highway where there was no obstruction of the view. The crash occurred about 11:45 p.m. Double funeral services were held for Mr. and Mrs. Carey at St Paul's Lutheran Church, Gladwin Tuesday at 2 o'clock. The Rev. Ronald Miller, of West Branch officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery.

   The former Mildred E. Wickard, was born on Nov. 4, 1904, in Carey, South Dakota, and was married to Asa B. Carey in Chicago in August, 1926. Members of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Gladwin, they had lived in Gladwin County 28 years. Mr. Carey was born in Harrison on July 23, 1898, and was a first class engineer in the Dow Chemical Company power plant at Midland. He was a World War I veteran.

   Survivors include their children, three daughters, Mrs. Mary Nordenborck, of Muncie, Ind., Mrs. Martha Horton, of Sanford, and Mildred Carey, of Midland; two sons, Robert, of Midland, and James, of Richmond, Ind.; and 13 grandchildren. Mr. Carey is survived by three brothers, Ralph and Lyle, of Harrison, and Rex, of Flint; and a sister, Mrs. Winifred Hayward, of California; and Mrs. Carey leaves four brothers, Robert, of Woodstock, Ill., Walter, of St. Paul, Minn., Grant of Denver, Colo., and Eldo, of Rapid City, S.D.; and five sisters, Mrs. Lillian Fredrickson, of Canton, S.D., Mrs. Lena Maynard and Mrs. Alta Freund, of Woodstock, Ill., Mrs. Esther Ringler, of Fairchild, Calif., and Mrs. Martha Hansel, of San Diego, Calif.

   The tradedy brought the county's fatal traffic toll to four this year. Gladwin County Record dated 05-29/1963 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

CASH A. CAREY (28 MAY 1889 - 14 JUNE 1968)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR CASH A. CAREY

 

   Cash A. Carey, 79, of Beaverton, died Friday in the Gladwin Hospital after a long illness. Born in Hope Township, Midland County, on May 28, 1889, he came to Gladwin County in 1924, from Hope. Mr. Carey was a blacksmith and implement dealer from 1924 to 1964 in Beaverton. He was a life member of IOOF Lodge no. 177 Gladwin and the Beaverton First Presbyterian Church. Mr. Carey was married to Mildred Wood in 1913.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Muriel MacRae of Harrison, Mrs. Barbara Miller, Waynesburg, Pa., Mrs. Kathleen Hitchcock and Mrs. Ulra Hall, both of Beaverton; one sister, Mrs. Mabel Piegols of Larkin; 12 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. One daughter, Mrs. Pauline White, preceded her father in death on April 30, 1968.

   Services were held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Arthur Whisler officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-19/1968 Column - 3 Page - 1  

 

MILDRED E. (WICKARD) CAREY (4 NOV 1904 - 24 MAY 1963) - ACCOUNT OF ACCIDENT

 

THREE LOSE LIVES IN CRASH

 

   A Tobacco Township couple and a Sanford man were killed Friday evening when their cars crashed head-on about three miles north of Edenville. Mr. and Mrs. Asa Burton Carey, of Tobacco apparently died instantly Gladwin County sheriff's officers said. Ford Fisher, Jr., succumbed on the way to the hospital in an ambulance. Officers said marks on the pavement indicated that Fisher's car crossed over the centerline into the Carey car's lane about four feet. The vehicles crashed almost head-on. Mrs. Carey, 59, was driving their compact model car with Mr. Carey,64, as a passenger. They were heading north on M-30, in Billings Township, and Fisher, 31, was going south.

   Sheriff Victor Edick and Deputy George Breault, who investigated the accident, said it occurred on a easy curve in the highway where there was no obstruction of the view. The crash occurred about 11:45 p.m. Double funeral services were held for Mr. and Mrs. Carey at St Paul's Lutheran Church, Gladwin Tuesday at 2 o'clock. The Rev. Ronald Miller, of West Branch officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery.

   The former Mildred E. Wickard, was born on Nov. 4, 1904, in Carey, South Dakota, and was married to Asa B. Carey in Chicago in August, 1926. Members of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Gladwin, they had lived in Gladwin County 28 years. Mr. Carey was born in Harrison on July 23, 1898, and was a first class engineer in the Dow Chemical Company power plant at Midland. He was a World War I veteran.

   Survivors include their children, three daughters, Mrs. Mary Nordenborck, of Muncie, Ind., Mrs. Martha Horton, of Sanford, and Mildred Carey, of Midland; two sons, Robert, of Midland, and James, of Richmond, Ind.; and 13 grandchildren. Mr. Carey is survived by three brothers, Ralph and Lyle, of Harrison, and Rex, of Flint; and a sister, Mrs. Winifred Hayward, of California; and Mrs. Carey leaves four brothers, Robert, of Woodstock, Ill., Walter, of St. Paul, Minn., Grant of Denver, Colo., and Eldo, of Rapid City, S.D.; and five sisters, Mrs. Lillian Fredrickson, of Canton, S.D., Mrs. Lena Maynard and Mrs. Alta Freund, of Woodstock, Ill., Mrs. Esther Ringler, of Fairchild, Calif., and Mrs. Martha Hansel, of San Diego, Calif.

   The tradedy brought the county's fatal traffic toll to four this year. Gladwin County Record dated 05-29/1963 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

BETTY JEAN CARPENTER (? - 1931)

 

CLARENCE CARPENTER (2 JUNE 1901 - 27 APRIL 1976)

 

Clarence Carpenter, 74, of Tobacco Township, died Tuesday, April 27, at the Gladwin Nursing Home following a long illness. Born in Defiance, Ohio, on June 2, 1901, he had lived in Gladwin County for 70 years. Mr. Carpenter was a retired farmer and a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. He married the former Mary Rau on February 17, 1929, in Beaverton. She preceded him in death on November 13, 1968.

   Surviving are one son, Edward of Beaverton; one daughter, Mrs. Joyce Laviolette of Brant; and nine grandchildren. Services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Henry List will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Mr. Carpenter is in state at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton chapel. Gladwin County Record dated 04-28/1976 Column - 5 Page - 6

 

LARRY DEAN CARPENTER (? - 19 JAN 1958)

 

MARY L. (RAU) CARPENTER (10 JUNE 1907 - 3 NOV 1968)

 

Mrs. Mary L. Carpenter, 61, passed away Sunday morning, November 3, at the Saginaw General Hospital where she had been a patient for two weeks. She was born June 10, 1907, at South Whitley, Ind. In 1912 she came with her parents, Henry A. and Alice E Rau to Beaverton where she spent her lifetime. She was married to Clarence Carpenter February 17, 1929 at Beaverton. A teacher, Mrs. Carpenter spent the past several years teaching in Midland, Gladwin and Clare County, last teaching in the Amble School in Clare County. She was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren where she has been a faithful teacher in the church school.

   Surviving besides her husband Clarence are one son, Edward of Beaverton; and one daughter Mrs. Harold (Joyce) McKellar of Saginaw; five grandchildren; two brothers, Earl and George Rau of Gladwin; five sisters, Mrs. Grace Ward and Miss Elma R. Rau of Beaverton, Mrs. Carlton (Fay) Lanphierd and Mrs. Alice Pearl Ward of Midland, and Mrs. Perley (Vida) Arnold of Lakeland, Fla.

   Funeral services are being held Wednesday (today) at 1:00 p.m. at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren with the Rev. Arthur Whisler and Henry List officiating. Burial will be made in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-06/1968 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

LOUIS E. CASE (1925 - 1985)

 

ALFRED CASTLE (1853 - 1925)

 

HARLEY CASTLE (1882 - 1937)

 

LYDIA W. (WITKOSKE) CASTLE (24 DEC 1914 - 18 MARCH 1986)

 

Lydia W. Castle, 71, of 208 Doane St., Beaverton, died Tuesday, March 18, in the Midland Hospital Center. Born in Secord Township Dec. 24, 1914, she left Gladwin County years ago and moved back 6 years ago from Keego Harbor. Mrs. Castle was a sales clerk for Sears-Roebuck in Pontiac for 25 years until retiring in 1979. She was an avid bowler and golfer. The former Lydia Witkoske, she was married to Earl Castle Nov. 24, 1935, in Pontiac. He preceded her in death Aug. 4, 1978.

   Surviving are 2 step-children, one brother, Arthur of Stafford, Conn.; 5 sisters, Mrs. Martha Knapp, Mrs. Alma LeVee, Mrs. Edna May and Mrs. Rena Metzger of Beaverton and Mrs. Pauline Scheer of Clare; 2 step-brothers, Ray Longstreth of Beaverton and Gerald Longstreth of Loomis; and 3 step-sisters, Mrs. Opal Early and Mrs. Frances Dubey of Detroit and Mrs. Arthella Land of Florida. A brother, Adolph Witkoske preceded her in death this year and a sister, Nettie Ervine, in 1974.

   Services were held Saturday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Mark Moore officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated  03-26/1986 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

SARAH E. CASTLE (1879 - 1945)

 

DONALD S. CAUSEY (21 OCT 1958 - 22 OCT 1958)

 

CHARLES H. CHANNELL (25 MAY 1903 - 17 JULY 1972)

 

Charles H. Channell, 69, of 4840 S. Dundas Road, Beaverton, died Monday, July 17, at the Gladwin Area Hospital following an illness of three days. A resident of Gladwin County for 30 years, he was born in Wells County, Indiana, May 25, 1903. He came here from Flint. Mr. Channell and the former Sarah Harvey were married in Kendallville, Ind., August 22, 1935.

   Surviving are his wife Sarah; four daughters, Mrs. Frank (Leona) McManus of Traverse City, Mrs. Richard (Ethel) Kimble of Portage, Mrs. Charles (Charlotte) Sherman of Traverse City, Mrs. Ussery (Judy) Letson of Kalamazoo; one son, Charles of Bradenton, Fla.; and 20 grandchildren.

   Services will be held Thursday at 1:00 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton with Elder Harold Keeley officiating and burial will be in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-19/1972 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

CHRISTINA G. (BESSONA) CINGANO (24 OCT 1893 - 31 DEC 1960)

 

BEAVERTON LADY PASSES SATURDAY

 

   Mrs. Christina G. Cingano, 67, of Beaverton, died Saturday following an illness of six months. Born in Italy, on Oct. 24, 1893, she was married to Stephen Cingano on March 5, 1910, in Chicago. They came to Gladwin County 43 years ago from Bangor, Mich.

   Survivors include her husband, Steve; four sons, Ocindo, Mike, and Floyd, of Beaverton, and Rolland, of Grand Marais, Minn.; two daughters, Mrs. Louise Larkin, and Mrs. Rena Shady, of Beaverton; nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Clyde Marshall officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-04/1961 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

GERTRUDE (LOAR) CINGANO (25 MAY 1912 - 1 DEC 1994)

 

Gertrude Cingano, 82, of 5673 Island Dr., Beaverton, died Thursday, Dec. 1, 1994 at the Central Michigan Community Hospital in Mt. Pleasant following a long illness. Born May 25, 1912 in Clare County, Mrs. Cingano was a life-time resident of Gladwin County.

   She is survived by 4 brothers, Robert Loar of Clare, Leo Loar and Basil Loar, both of Beaverton; and Clinton Loar of Zephyrhills, Fla. and 3 sisters, Ruth Brown and Donnal Brewer, both of Gladwin, and Beulah Timmons of Beaverton. She was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Clayton, Wilbur and Willard and 2 sisters, Mabel Newman and Zelma Loar.

   Rites were held Monday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel with the Rev. Duane Koontz officiating. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery, Tobacco Township. Contributions may be made to the donor's favorite charity. Gladwin County Record dated 12-07/1994 Column - 3 Page - 6

 

STEVEN J. CINGANO (3 DEC 1884 - 12 MAY 1984)

 

Steven J. Cingano, 99, of 5568 S. M-18, Beaverton, died Saturday, May 12, in St. Mary's Hospital, Saginaw, after a short illness. Born in Padova, Italy, on December 3, 1884, he moved to Chicago in 1908 and to Beaverton in 1916. He farmed peppermint. Mr. Cingano was married to the former Christina Bessona March 5, 1910 in Chicago. She preceded him in death December 31, 1960.

   Surviving are 3 sons, Ocindo, Rolland and Floyd of Beaverton; 2 daughters, Mrs. Virgil (Louise) Newman of Beaverton and Mrs. Ralph (Rena) Shady of Coleman; 9 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; and 4 great great grandchildren. A son, Mike, preceded him in death May 4, 1981.

   Services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Martin Ledwidge officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-16/1984 Column - 4 Page - 2   

 

(Midland Daily News, May 14, 1984)

 

Steven J. Cingano, 99, of Beaverton, died Saturday evening May 12, 1984 in St. Mary’s Hospital in Saginaw, following a short illness.

 

He was born Dec 3, 1884, in Padova, Italy.  He was a retired peppermint farmer.  He moved to Chicago in 1908 and to Beaverton in 1916. He married the former Christina Bessona, March 5, 1910, in Chicago. She died Oct. 31, 1960.

 

He leaves sons, Ocindo Cingano, Rolland Cingano and Floyd Cingano, all of Beaverton; daughters, Mrs. Virgil (Louise) Newman of Beaverton and Mrs. Ralph (Rena) Shady of Coleman; nine grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren, and four great great grandchildren.

A son, Mike Cingano died May 4, 1981.

 

Services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday in Hall Funeral Home with the Rev. Martin Ledwidge officiating.  Burial will be in Dale Cemetery.  Friends may call at the funeral home anytime today.

 

 

LINNIE JO CLARK (27 MARCH 1927 - 31 OCT 1992)

 

Mrs. Linnie Jo Clark, 65, of Morris Hill, Ind., died Saturday, Oct. 31, 1992, in Dearborn County Hospital, Lawrenceburg, after a long illness. Born in Marshall County, Ky., March 27, 1927, she moved to Morris Hill 2 years ago from Beaverton.

   Survivors include, 2 daughters, Brenda Myers of Morris Hill and Joyce Strunk of Warren; one brother and 4 sisters; 4 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Rites were held Monday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Pastor Eugene McWherter officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-04/1992 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

BERTIE EDMUND CLINGAN (18 JAN 1913 - 11 JULY 1961)

 

TOBACCO TOWNSHIP MAN DIES SUDDENLY

 

   Bert E. Clingan, 48, of Tobacco Township, died suddenly Tuesday at his home of a heart attack. Born on Jan. 18, 1913, in Buckeye Township, he spent his lifetime in Gladwin County and operated a farm in Tobacco Township. He was a veteran of World War II.

   Surviving him are a daughter, Rosemary Clingan, of Santa Cruz, CA.; his mother, Mrs. Mary Clingan, of Beaverton; two sisters, Mrs. Gladys Freeman, and Mrs. Marion Brown, of Beaverton; three brothers, Israel, of Goldbar, Wash., and Walter and James of Beaverton. A sister preceded him in death in 1952 and his father died on Feb. 19, 1960.

   Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Arthur Whisler will officiate and burial will be in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-12/1961 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

ELENOR E. (INGLE) CLINGAN (12 MARCH 1927 - 17 JULY 1981)

 

Elenor E. Clingan, 54, of 2949 Long Rd., Beaverton, died Friday, July 17, in the Midland Hospital Center. Born in Covington, Ohio, on March 12, 1927, she came to Gladwin County in 1948. The former Elenor Ingle, she was married to Walter Clingan on November 17, 1945, in Richmond, Ind.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by 5 daughers, Judy Wyse, Mrs. Larry (Mary) Blades, Mrs. Randy (Peggy) Morse and Mrs. Gerdon (Susan) Russell of Beaverton and Mrs. Ron (JoAnne) Bigham of Gladwin; 2 sons, John and Thomas of Sacramento, Calif.; her mother, Mrs. Ethel Ingle of Covington, Ohio; 3 brothers, Charles and Scott of Covington and Don of Laura, Ohio; 4 sisters, Mrs. Clarabelle Hottle and Mrs. Delores Erhart of Troy, Ohio, Mrs. Vianna Brown of Los Angles, Calif. and Mrs. Leona Deeter of Versailles, Ohio; and 11 grandchildren.

   Services were held Monday at 1:30 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. Elder Harold McAllister officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-22/1981 Column - 5 Page - 2  

 

KORAH I. CLINGAN (17 AUG 1892 - 19 FEB 1960)

 

ILLNESS TAKES KORAH CLINGAN

 

   Korah I. Clingan, 67, of Buckeye Township, died February 19, after and illness of several months. Mr. Clingan, born August 17, 1892 in Covington, Ohio, married Miss Mary Wilkerson in 1901. He was a retired industrial worker and had resided in Gladwin County for 40 years.

   Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Mary Clingan; four sons, Israel, of Goldbar, Wash., Bert, Walter, and James, of Beaverton; two daughters, Mrs. Gladys Freeman and Mrs. Miriam Brown, of Beaverto; 20 grandchildren, and four great grandchildren; a sister, Miss Lucille Clingan, of Lilly Dale, N.Y.

   Funeral services were held Monday at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Arthur Whisler and the Rev. Carl Hilbert officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-24/1960 Column - 3 Page - 1  

                         

MARY M. (WILKERSON) CLINGAN (8 MAY 1893 - 24 NOV 1979)

 

Mrs. Mary M. Clingan, 86, of Beaverton, died Saturday, Nov. 24, in the Midland Hospital Center, after an illness of six months. Born in Clayton, Ohio, on May 8, 1893, she came to Gladwin County in 1932. She was married to Korah I. Clingan in 1908. He preceded her in death on February 19, 1960.

   Surviving are 3 sons, Israel of Cle Elum, Wash., Walter and James of Beaverton; 2 daughters, Mrs. Harold (Gladys) Freeman and Mrs. Eldon (Marion) Brown of Beaverton; one sister, Mrs. Gladys Neff of Harrison; 22 grandchildren, 32 great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild. A daughter, Mrs. Etoil Randall and 2 sons, Bert and Ray, also preceded her in death.

   Services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Henry List officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-28/1979 Column - 5 Page - 2

   

ROBERT CLINGAN (6 JAN 1895 - 19 FEB 1957)

 

ROBERT CLINGAN BURIED IN DALE CEMETERY

 

   Robert Clingan, 62, died February 19, at Piqua Ohio as the results of an automobile accident. He was born in Piqua, Ohio on January 6, 1895 and had lived in Gladwin County for 15 years. Mr. Clingan was a veteran of WWI and a member of the American Legion. He had never married.

   Surviving are one brother , Korah, of Beaverton and one sister Lucille Clingan. Funeral services were held Saturday at the Hall Funeral Home with the Rev. Arthur Whisler officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery with Harold Crawford, Glen Stillwagon, James Methner, J. Ray McKimmy, Don Ross and Earl Woodruff acting as pallbearers. Gladwin County Record dated 02-27/1957 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

WALTER W. CLINGAN (1924 - ?)

 

DANIEL A. CLINGERMAN (1858 - 1940)

 

DORA L. (MILLER) CLINGERMAN (1 APRIL 1867 - 26 SEP 1949)

 

RITES TOMORROW FOR MRS. CLINGERMAN

 

   Mrs. Dora Clingerman, 82, a former resident of Beaverton, passed away in Flint on Monday, September 26. Funeral services will be held at the Beaverton Latter Day Saints church on Thursday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. Elder Doty will officiate and burial will be in the Dale cemetery. Mrs. Clingerman will be at the Hall Funeral Home until 1 o'clock the day of the services.

   Mrs. Clingerman was born in Bellefontaine, Ohio, on April 1, 1867 and came to Beaverton to live in 1910. Her husband, Dan Clingerman, passed away on September 25, 1940. In recent years she has made her home in Flint with her daughter. Surviving are one son, Emmett Clingerman, of Grand Blanc; and one daughter, Mrs. Bertha Shrock, of Flint; also three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 09-28/1949 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

DOROTHY JOYCE CLOSE (18 AUG 1930 - ?)

 

FREDERICK GEORGE CLOSE (16 APRIL 1930 - 16 AUG 1996)

 

Frederick G. Close, 66, of Beaverton, died Friday, Aug. 16, 1996 at his home following a sudden illness. Born April 16, 1930 in Detroit, he resided in Gladwin County for one year since moving from Detroit. Mr. Close was employed as a truck driver for Pittsburgh Plate Glass in Detroit for 45 years until retiring in June 1995. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and served during the Korean War. He was a member of the Albright Shores Eagles Aerie 3655. Mr. Close married the former Joyce Hayden March 6, 1954 in Liverpool, England.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 4 daughters, Debra and husband Larry Melvin of Dearborn Heights, Denise Holcomb of Detroit, Dorothy (Mo) Close of Monroe; 2 sisters, Kathleen Fallon of Lake Orion, and Mary Ellen Brown of White Lake; 2 brothers, James Close and Patrick Close, both of Commerce Township; and 7 grandchildren.

   Rites were held at 3:30 p.m. Monday from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton chapel with the Rev. Father John W. Mullett officiating. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the donor's favorite charity. Gladwin County Record dated 08-21/1996 Column - 3 Page - 9

 

JOHN L. CLYMIRE, JR (28 APRIL 1944 - 10 FEB 1990)

 

John L. Clymire Jr., 45, died at his home at 4566 S. M-30, Beaverton, sometime in February, 1990. He was born April 28, 1944. No services were held and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 03-14/1990 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

ELLA LAVERN/E (SKINNER) COCHRAN (19 APRIL 1883 - 14 NOV 1969)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR ELLA COCHRAN

 

     Mrs. Ella L. Cochran, 86, of Beaverton, died Friday, Nov. 14, at the Clare Osteopathic Hospital following an illness of one month. Born in Jasper on April 19, 1883, she had resided in Gladwin County for the past 68 years. Mrs. Cochran was a life member of the Beaverton O.E.S. No. 386 and the Dale Billings Ladies Aid.

     The former Ella Skinner, she was married to Robert B. Cochran on June 19, 1902, in Jasper. He preceded her in death on May 7, 1957. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Velma McKimmy, of Beaverton and Mrs. Goldie Colbeck, of Saginaw; three grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

     Rites were held Monday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. A.H. Keesler officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-12/1969 Column - 7 Page - 1

 

ROBERT BERTON COCHRAN (12 MAY 1878 - 7 MAY 1957)

 

DEATH TAKES BEAVERTON MAN AT 79

 

     Beaverton---Robert Cochran, 79, a resident of Gladwin County for more than 50 years, died Monday evening at the Midland Hospital after a long illness. Mr. Cochran was a retired farmer. He was born May 12, 1878 in Carter County, Tenn. He married the former Ellen Skinner in June, 1902. Mr. Cochran was a member of the Beaverton Masonic Lodge. He is survived by his wife, Ellen, two daughters, Mrs. Ellis McKimmy, Beaverton, Mrs. Theodore Colbeck, Saginaw; three grandchildren and eight great grandchildren; three brothers, Nat Cochran, Midland, George Cochran, Blissfield, and James Cochran Unicoi Tenn.

     Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday from the Dale Methodist Church. The Rev. Vernon Summers will officiate assisted by the Rev. Earl Atkinson. The services will be under the auspices of the Beaverton F& AM. Friends may call at the Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin on Wednesday. After Wednesday, friends may call at the Cochran family residence in Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 05-08/1957 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

   Note: It is not known when Bob Cochran came to Michigan, and why he chose Billings, MI (the corner of M-30 and Brushaber Roads) to settle. He and Jap Mann built the log cabin that he and his future wife, Ella Skinner, would live in. Bob cleared much of the land himself. Both of his daughters were born in the house. Later, they built a modern home near the old log house.

   Bob's brother, Nat, came to stay with them in the log house in about 1907, which would have made Nat about 21 years old. Nat stayed with them until he married in 1909. {In Memory of George Bradford Sterling who authored (4) Family Tree Books. This notation from Book on Descendants of James Whitfield Cochran}.

 

CORLIS G. COLBECK (2 OCT 1926 - 3 MARCH 1934)

 

CORLIS COLBECK DIES

 

   Corlis, son of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Colbeck, died at his home at Beaverton, Saturday, March 3. He was born October 2, 1926. His parents and one brother Lavon survive him. Funeral services were held at the home Tuesday, March 6, at 2 p.m. conducted by Rev. Raymond Norton followed by burial at Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-08/1934 Column - 7 Page - 4

 

EVA L. COLBECK (1897 - 1923)

 

JOAN ELLEN COLBECK (1936 - 1 JAN 1944)

 

SERVICES TUESDAY FOR JOAN COLBECK

 

   Services were held Tuesday at the Hall Funeral Home here for Joan Ellen Colbeck, 8, daughter of Herman and Onalee Colbeck, who died on Jan 1, 1944. The Rev. Willis Schrock, of Beaverton, officiated at the services and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-05/1944 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

LAVERE W. COLBECK (1922 - 1923)

 

MILFORD T. COLBECK (9 APRIL 1888 - 13 FEB 1969)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR MILFRED COLBECK

 

   Milfred T. Colbeck, 80, of Tobacco Township, died Thursday, Feb. 13, in the Saginaw County Hospital following a long illness. Born in Billings Township on April 9, 1888, he had spent his lifetime here and farmed. Mr. Colbeck was married to the former Nellie Noble on July 17, 1911, in Midland. She preceded him in death on July 7, 1961.

   Surviving are one son, Kenneth of Saginaw; one grandson, James of Saginaw; and two great grandchildren. Rites were held Saturday at 1:30 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Henry List officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated Aft or Abt. 0213/1969 Col - ? Page - ? {Note Indexed}.

 

NELLIE E. (NOBLE) COLBECK (18 FEB 1892 - 7 JULY 1961)

 

RITES HELD FOR NELLIE COLBECK

 

   Funeral services were held Monday at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home for Mrs. Nellie E. Colbeck, 69, of Tobacco Township, who died Friday after an illness of six weeks. The Rev. Gordon Showers officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Born on February 18, 1892, in Lyons, Ohio, the former Nellie E. Noble was married to Milford Colbeck on July 17, 1911, in Midland. They came to Gladwin County in 1914 from Flint.

   Survivors include her husband Milford of Beavertn; a son Kenneth, of Saginaw; a sister, Mrs. Jessie Fraser, of Pontiac; two brothers, Carl Noble, of Saginaw and Samuel Noble, of Lansing; and one grandson; James, of Saginaw. Gladwin County Record dated 07-12/1961 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

EDWIN LLOYD COLGAN (18 SEP 1925 - 28 OCT 1985)

 

JUANITA MAE (MCKIBBIN) COLGAN (26 MARCH 1908 - 10 JAN 1994)

 

ELIZABETH COLLET (1893 - 1989)

 

HERMAN COLLET (1888 - 1974)

 

STEPHANIE LYNN COLLET (1973 - 1975)

 

VERA M. (HAYWARD) COOK (7 JUNE 1905 - 12 JUNE 1998)

 

Vera M. Cook, 93, of Beaverton, died June 12, 1998 at Gladwin Pines Nursing Home after a long illness. Born June 7, 1905 in Evart, she lived in Gladwin County since 1985, and previously lived in Pontiac. She was a kitchen supervisor at the State Hospital in Kalamazoo, retiring in 1967. She was also a member of the Beaverton Church of the Nazerene. Vera married Otis Cook, and he preceded her in death in 1992.

   Surviving are two sons, Daniel Sturgis of Beaverton, and Charles Sturgis of Texas; four daughters, Naomi Fagg of Gladwin, Bernita Hall of Lansing, Vera Motter of Kalamazoo, and Linda Hall of Arizona; one brother, Charles Hayward of Pontiac; three sisters, Leitha Wirt, Christine Ballard, and Maxine Carlyle, all of Pontiac; 23 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; and 10 great-great-grandchildren.

   She was preceded in death by one daughter, Leona Marshall, April 2, 1993, and five brothers and sisters. Services were held at 2 p.m. Monday at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel, with Rev. Mark Moore officiating. Burial was in Tobacco (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Memorial contributions may be made to the Beaverton Church of the Nazerene. Gladwin County Record dated 06-17/1998 Colum -  5 Page - 2  

 

MARGARET M. (SMITH) COOPER (5 APRIL 1895 - 30 SEP 1965)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO MARGARET COOPER

 

   Mrs. Margaret M. Cooper, 70, of Hamilton Township, Clare County, died Thursday in the Gladwin Hospital following an illness of three weeks. The former Margaret Smith was born in Morrice on April 5, 1895. She came to Clare County 20 years ago from Flint. Mrs. Cooper was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Gladwn, and Past Matron of the Gladwin O.E.S. She was married to Phillip Ross Cooper on May 13, 1961 in Gladwin.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Myrta Grine, Albion, N.Y., and Mrs. Mildred Eastridge, Flint; and two brothers, Charles and Anson Dick Smith, of Flint. Services were held Sunday at 2:30 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Franz Ollerman officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-06/1965 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

DONNA (BLADES) CORNELL (14 JULY 1915 - 2 APRIL 1969)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR DONNA CORNELL

 

   Donna P. Cornell, 53, of Gladwin, died Wednesday, April 2, in the Gains Rest Home, Gladwin, following a long illness. Born in Tobacco Township on July 14, 1915, she had spent her life here.

   Surviving are her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Blades, of Beaverton; three brothers, Adrian, Lloyd (Mike) and Clare of Beaverton; and two sisters, Mrs. Jeanne Riley, of Lake City and Mrs. Barbara Morgan, of Taylor. Private services were held Saturday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. A. H. Keesler officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-09/1969 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

JAMES F. CORNELL (24 APRIL 1916 - 20 FEB 1973)

 

James F. Cornell, 56, of Parkway Beach, Gladwin, died suddenly Tuesday, Feb. 20, at his home. Born in McClure, Ohio, on April 24, 1916, he came to Gladwin County 46 years ago from Ohio. Mr. Cornell was a farmer. He was married to the former Velva Blades on Oct. 16, 1937, in Tobacco Township.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by five daughters, Mrs. Joyce Geasler of Lake, Mrs. Lois Vandervede, Mrs. Melody Reid and Nancy of Gladwin and Mrs. Ann Muma of Saginaw; two sons, Franklin and George of Gladwin; his mother, Mrs. Maude Cornell of Beaverton; one brother, William of Beaverton; and six sisters, Mrs. Hazel White, Mrs. Katherine Stillwagon, Mrs. Hilda Powell and Mrs. Viola Silance, all of Beaverton, Mrs. Helen Yager of Shields and Mrs. June Buck of Walled Lake.

   Services will be held Friday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. F. E. Voller will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-21/1973 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

ROBERT JAMES CORNELL (25 APRIL 1946 - 8 AUG 1968)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR ROBERT CORNELL

 

   Robert James Cornell, 22, of Parkway Beach, Gladwin, died Thursday in the Gladwin Hospital following a long illness. Born on April 25, 1946, in Monroe, he came to Gladwin County in 1957. Mr. Cornell was engaged in farming.

   Surviving are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Cornell of Gladwin; five sisters, Joyce and Lois of Clare, Mrs. Ann Muma of Beaverton; Melody and Nancy of Gladwin; two brothers, Franklin in Vietnam and George of Gladwin; his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Cornell and Mrs. Elva Blades of Beaverton. One brother, Larry, preceded him in death. Services were held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. F. E. Voller officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-14/1968 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

VELVA A. (BLADES) CORNELL (9 MAY 1914 - 15 MARCH 1973)

 

Mrs. Velva Cornell, 58, of Parkway Beach, Gladwin, died Thursday, March 15, at Midland Hospital, following a short illness. Mrs. Cornell was born May 9, 1914 in Tobacco Township, Beaverton, the former Miss Velva Blades. A lifetime resident of the county, she was married to James J. Cornell October 16, 1937, in Tobacco Township. Mr. Cornell died February 20, preceding her in death by 22 days.

   Surviving are five daughters, Mrs. Norman (Joyce) Geasler of Lake, Mrs. Leroy (Lois) Vande Vrede of Gladwin, Mrs. Gene (Ann) Muma of Saginaw, Mrs. Richard (Melody) Reid, and Miss Nancy Cornell, both of Gladwin; and two sons, Franklin and George, both of Gladwin; three sisters, Mrs. William (Violet) Rangler of Tecumseh, Mrs. Donald (Grace) Farrow of Clare County, Mrs. Raymond (Lois) Schaard of Beaverton; five brothers, Kenneth, William and Shirley, all of Beaverton, Forest of Midland and Duane of Gladwin; and 16 grandchildren. Two sons, Robert and Larry, are deceased.

   Services were held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday with the Rev. F. E. Voller officiating at the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-21/1973 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

DELLA M. COTTRELL (1890 - 1973)

 

JAMES NOBLE COTTRELL (25 MAY 1889 - 5 AUG 1947)

 

SERVICES THURSDAY FOR JAMES COTTRELL

 

   Funeral services for James Noble Cottrell, 58, will be held on Thursday afternoon, August 7, at 2 o'clock at the Beavertn Presbyterian church. A short prayer service will take place at 1 o'clock  at the home in Beaverton. The Rev. John K. Osborne, of Mt. Pleasant will officiate with burial in the Dale cemetery. Mr. Cottrell, a resident of Beaverton for the past 50 years, was born in Lyons, Ohio on May 25, 1889, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Manley Cottrell. On July 18, 1910 he was married to Miss Della Oliver, in Beaverton. He died at his home on Tuesday after an illness of several years.

   Surviving are his wife, Della; five daughters, Mrs. Ols Hildenbrand; of Detroit, Mrs. Muriel Sampson, Mrs. Helen Methner, Mrs. Marian Snyder and Mrs. Margaret Woodruff, of of Beaverton; one brother, Jacob M. Cottrell of Pontiac; two sisters, Mrs. Ethel Ankney of Lansing and Mrs. Gladys Boone of Detroit; also nine grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 08-06/1947 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

PAULINE B. COUCH (11 OCT 1924 - 28 MARCH 1996)

 

THOMAS W. COUCH (18 SEP 1925 - 28 OCT 1985)

 

Thomas W. Couch, 60, of 3605 S. Bard Rd., Beaverton, died Monday, Oct. 28, in the Saginaw Veteran's Hospital after a long illness. Born in Normandy, Tenn., Sept. 18, 1925, he moved to Gladwin County 10 years ago from Detroit. He worked in maintenance for Mac-O-Lac Paint Co. in Detroit. Mr. Couch served in the Army during World War II. He and the former Pauline Richardson were married July 2, 1944, in Texas.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Chris of Mt. Clemens and Gabe of Beaverton; one daughter, Mrs. Bessie Lia of Sterling Heights; and 6 grandchildren. Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Faith Missionary Baptist Church, Beaverton. Pastor B. G. Mathews officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 10-30/1985 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

VEOLA M. COWAN (1 MARCH 1926 - 27 DEC 1995)

 

RAY CECIL COWELL (4 DEC 1903 - 12 AUG 1962)

 

POLICE RAY COWELL DIES MAKING ARREST

 

SERVICES HELD TODAY FOR OFFICER COWELL

 

   Funeral services were held for Ray C. Cowell today (Wednesday) at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Thurlan Meredith officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Mr. Cowell had been a member of the Gladwin City police force for the past three years. He had served as Gladwin County sheriff from 1936 to 1942, and prior to that time as Beaverton City, marshal for four years.

   He was born Dec. 4, 1903 at Ogden Center, Lenawee County, and had lived most of his life in Gladwin County. He was married July 4, 1952 in Mt. Pleasant to Wretha Dowell who survives along with two daughters, Mrs. Jean Stone, of Gladwin, and Mrs. Joyce Hart, of Saginaw; two sons, Donald, of Gladwin, and David, of the U.S. Navy; 15 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Chief of Police Al Erdman lauded Mr. Cowell as a conscientious and dedicated police officer.

   Gladwin City Police Officer Ray C. Cowell, 58, died while on duty early Sunday morning following the arrest of a Gladwin man. Funeral services are being held today at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home. Cowell and Patrolman Gean Ridley, were on routine patrol Sunday morning at 3:10 a.m. when they saw a car crash into a stop sign at the corner of Cedar and Bowery Avenues. The car was driven by Kent Alvin Wray, 23. With him in the vehicle were his brother, Leon Marvin Wray, 20, and Norman Paul VanHorn, Jr., 20, all of Gladwin.

   Ridley said that as Officer Cowell was issuing a reckless driving ticket to Kent Wray, he was profanely abused by Leon Wray and when the summons was completed Cowell placed Leon under arrest as a drunk and disorderly person and started to walk him to the county jail a block away. Kent was reported to have intervened forceably and a scuffle ensued and Officer Cowell wrestled Kent to the ground.

   The tustle ended, Wray agreed to go peacefully to jail and the men had regained their feet when Cowell suddenly collasped, Ridley reported. Ridley immediately placed Leon and VanHorn under arrest and turned his attention to the stricken officer. Cowell was taken to the Gladwin Hospital where he was pronounced dead on arrival by Dr. K. D. Coulter at about 3:20 a.m. An autospy, ordered by Prosecutor Cyrus Y. AtLee, revealed that he died from over exertion, Coroner Jerry Miner reported, according to Chief of Police Al Erdman.

   The trio was confined in the Gladwin County jail and the Clare County jail at Harrison until Monday when they were arraigned in Justice Walter Hopson's court and fined and jailed. Beer was found in their car, officers said. Leon Wray pleaded guilty to charges of a minor in possession of intoxicating beverages and being disorderly. Norman VanHorn was likewise charged with possession of intoxicating beverages and also pleaded guilty to the count. They were fined $25 and $4.90 costs and jailed for 10 days by Justice Hopson.

   Kent Wray pleaded guilty on a charge of furnishing intoxicating beverages to minors and was given a jail term of 10 days and fined $25 and $4.90 costs. He pleaded not guilty to a charge of reckless driving and asked for a jury trial. He was also charged with resisting arrest and demanded examination. Bond of $700 was set on the two charges and when it was not furnished. Wray was taken to the Clare County jail to await examination and trial. Gladwin County Record dated 08-15/1962 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

DOROTHY ISABEL COWELL (? - 5 JUNE 1916)

 

DAVID PATTERSON COWELL (27 JAN 1869 - 17 JAN 1952)

 

RITES HELD for EX-MERCHANT

 

 

     David P. Cowell, 83, well known Beaverton merchant, died suddenly at his home Friday evening after suffering a heart attack. He was born January 27, 1869, at Ogden Center, Mich., and married the former Miss Saloma McKimmy October 30, 1890, at Ogden center. He came to Beaverton in 1909 where he had resided since.

     He was employed as a farmer and carpenter for many years. Before his retirement, about 12 years ago, he operated the D-X gas and service station and a grocery store. He was a former member of the Beaverton board of education, serving for 12 yeas, and was a member of the Church of the Brethren. He was always interested in community and civic affairs.

     Surviving are his widow; two sons, Perry and Ray, former sheriff of Gladwin county; five grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted Monday, at 2 p.m., from the Church of the Brethren, with the Rev. Ernest Johnson, pastor of the Church of the Brethren officiating. Burial was in Dale cemetery. Serving as pall bearers were Loren McKimmy, Ellis McKimmy, Paul McKimmy, J. Ray McKimmy, Ottomer McKimmy and Bob Hughes. Gladwin County Record dated 01-23/1952 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

MAMIE L. (MERCER) COWELL (9 SEP 1896 - 10 DEC 1965)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO EX-RESIDENT

 

   Mrs. Mamie L. Cowell Lempke, 69, of Auburn, passed away Friday morning, December 10, in the University Hospital, Ann Arbor, following a short illness. Mrs. Lempke, the former Miss Mamie Mercer, was born September 9, 1896, at Clio. She came to Gladwin County with her parents as a child. She was married to Perry Cowell December 22, 1912. They spent most of their married life near Beaverton, moving to Clare in 1956. Mr. Cowell passed away June 7, 1961, and she was married to Ed Lempke of Auburn July 7, 1962. The Lempkes spent their winters at Mt. Dora, Fla. She was a member of the Auburn Baptist Church.

   Mrs. Lempke wrote the Knoxville items for the Gladwin County Record for many years, and when in Florida she wrote the items about Gladwin County folks who were spending the winter there. She leaves her husband, Ed Lempke; one daughter, Mrs. Charles (Wilma) Schreiber of Freeland; two grandchildren and one great grandchid; two sisters, Mrs. Frank (Jessie) Turner of Midland and Mrs. Robert M. (Isabella) Brown of Beaverton.

   Funeral services were held Sunday at 3:00 p.m. at the Auburn Baptist Church with the pastor, the Rev. M. D. Wolff, officiating. A memorial service was held Monday at 2:00 p.m. at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren with the Rev. Randall Roose officiating. Burial was made in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-15/1965 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

PERRY MICHAEL COWELL (4 MAY 1892 - 7 JUNE 1961)

 

Illness Fatal to Perry Cowell

 

     Perry M. Cowell, 69, of Clare, and formerly of Beaverton, died Wednesday, June 7, at St. Mary's Hospital, Saginaw, after an illness of three months. Born May 4, 1892, Ogden Center, Lenawee County, he moved to Tobacco Township in 1910, and to Clare six years ago. He was a field man for Kraft Food Co. for 17 years. In 1912, he was married to the former Mamie L. Mercer in Beaverton. He was a member of the Clare Methodist Church, of Riverside Grange and the I.O.O.F. Lodge of Clare.

     Surviving besides his widow are a daughter. Mrs. Charles Schreiber, of Freeland; a brother, Ray, of Gladwin, and two grand-children. A daughter preceded him in death. Funeral services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren with Rev. Arthur Whisler and Rev. D.R. Salisbury of Clare officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-14/1961 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

LILLIAN COY (1892 - 1939)

 

ROLLIE B. COY (8 SEP 1890 - 18 FEB 1980)

 

Rollie B. Coy, 89, of Beaverton, died Monday, Feb. 18, in the Gladwin Area Hospital following a long illness. Born in Milford, Ind., on September 8, 1890, he was a retired State Highway Department employee. Mr. Coy came to Gladwin County in 1927 and was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. He was married to Amy L. Greenawalt on July 4, 1911. She preceded him in death on July 13, 1939. He then married Louise Bishop on August 11, 1948, in Beaverton. She died March 15, 1965.

   Surviving are one son, Virgil of Houghton Lake; 3 daughters, Mrs. Fern White of St. Helen, Mrs. F. H. (Edna) Crisman of Elkhart, Ind. and Mrs. Richard (Florence) Roempagel of Mishawaka, Ind.; one sister, Mrs. Chloe Stillwagon of Nappanee, Ind.; 6 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. A daughter, Vera Lemon, preceded him in death in January 1941.

   Services were held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Henry List officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-27/1980 Column - 3 Page - 2

  

HATTIE B. (MUTTON) CRAWFORD (30 MAY 1880 - 2 FEB 1955)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS. CRAWFORD

 

   Mrs. Hattie B. Crawford, 74, long-time resident of Gladwin County passed away in the Clare General Hospital Feb. 2, following a nine weeks illness. The daughter of the lated David and Kathryn Mutton, she was born in Ingham County May 30, 1880 and has lived in Gladwin County for 65 years. She was married to William Crawford on November 20, 1902 at Beaverton where she has resided since. Mrs. Crawford was a member of the Beaverton Chapter Order of the Eastern Star. She is survived by her husband, William.

   Funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon from the Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin with Elder Leon Methner officiating and interment was made in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-09/1955 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

WILLIAM CRAWFORD (7 MAY 1878 - 22 DEC 1958)

 

FORMER BEAVERTON MAN DIES

 

   William Crawford 80, died suddenly at his home in Gladstone on Monday, Dec. 22. He had been a resident of Beaverton Township for 40 years before moving to Gladstone about a year ago. He was a life member of the Beaverton Masonic Lodge. The Hall Funeral Home is in charge of funeral arrangements which have not yet been completed. Gladwin County Record dated 12-24/1958 Column - 7 Page - 1

 

SERVICES HELD FOR BEAVERTON MAN

 

   William Crawford, 80, died suddenly at his home in Gladstone on Monday, Dec. 22. He was born on May 7, 1878, in Ann Arbor and was married to the former Hattie B. Mutton in 1901 in Beaverton. She preceded him in death on February 2, 1955. A retired farmer, Mr. Crawford moved to Gladstone about a year ago from Beaverton where he had lived for 68 years. He was a life member of the Beaverton Masonic Lodge. Mr. Crawford is survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Friday at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home. Elder Harold Keeley officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-31/1958 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

JEREMY DANIEL CRILL (13 MAY 1979 - 29 AUG 1984)

 

Jeremy Daniel Crill, 5, of 5116 W. Dale Rd., Beaverton, died suddenly Wednesday, Aug. 29, at the Midland Hospital Ceneter. Born in Southfield May 13, 1979, he came to Gladwin County 3 years ago from Webberville.

   Surviving are his parents, Danield and Marcia Crill of Beaverton; 2 sisters, Susan Havier of Rives Junction and Melissa Havier of Beaverton; one brother, Jamie Havier of Beaverton; his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Duncan McDonald of Howell; and his great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Brandreth of Lincoln Park.

   Services were held Saturday, Sept. 1, at 11 a.m from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Bruce Hatch officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-19/1984 Column - 4 Page - 8

 

BERTHA V. (RISE) CROCKETT (20 SEP 1891 - 18 JAN 1976)

 

Bertha V. Crockett, 84, of Beaverton, died Sunday, Jan. 18, in the Midland Hospital following a long illness. Born in Allen County, Ohio, on September 20, 1891, she had lived in Gladwin County for the past 65 years. The former Bertha Rise, she was married to P. Grya Crockett on December 23, 1911, in Gladwin County. He preceded her in death on August 24, 1956.

   Surviving are six sons, Jacob of Coleman, Marion of Riverside, Calif., Floyd of Midland. Homer, Roger and Paul of Beaverton; two daughters, Mrs. Floyd (Helen) Balmer of Grass Lake and Mrs. Carl (Viola) Roberts of Beaverton; two brothers, Ralph Rise of Florida and Fred Rise of California; one sister, Mrs. Ethel McMahon of California; 30 grandchildren and 32 great grandchildren.

   Services will be held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton. The Rev. Henry List will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-21/1976 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

DANIEL L. CROCKETT (17 AUG 1954 - 29 JUNE 2003)

 

Daniel L. Crockett, 48, of Beaverton, Michigan passed away suddenly on June 29, 2003 at MidMichigan Medical Center - Gladwin. He was born Aug. 17, 1954 to Homer and Margaret Crockett in Midland.

 

A lifetime resident of Gladwin County, Daniel worked as a machine operator for Huhtamaki Plastics in Coleman. He married Denise (Fischer) Crockett on Oct. 11, 1975 in Gladwin.

 

Daniel is survived by his wife, Denise of Beaverton; daughter and son-in-law Melissa and Justin Minkin of Beaverton; daughter Tammi Crockett of Columbus, Ohio; mother Margaret Blood of Bay City, Michigan; step-mother Jean Crockett of Midland, Michigan; mother-in-law Bev Fischer of Beaverton, Michigan; sister Dianne and Barry Woodruff of Beaverton; brothers Jeff Crockett of Phoenix, Arizona and Bill and Karen Blood of Bay City; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, his step-father Bill Blood, and father-in-law Tom Fischer.

 

Funeral services will be held today (Wednesday, July 2) at 11 a.m. at Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton with Larry Snyder officiating. Burial will take place at Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Visitation was held Tuesday from 2 to 9 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton.

 

ELEANOR G. (KEYES) CROCKETT (10 MAY 1933 - ?)

 

HOMER CROCKETT (26 MARCH 1923 - 8 NOV 1992)

 

Homer L. Crockett, 69, of 3750 Calhoun Rd., Beaverton, died suddenly Sunday, Nov. 8, 1992, at his home. He was born in Beaverton on March 26, 1923, and has spent his lifetime there. Mr. Crockett was a farmer and a member of the First Presbyterian Church, the Beaverton Lions Club and the Gladwin County Fair Board. Mr. Crockett and the former Jean Godwin were married Dec. 1, 1972, in Midland.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Dan of Beaverton and Jeff of San Diego, Calif.; one daughter, Mrs. Barry (Dianne) Woodruff of Beaverton; 3 step-sons, John Broddle of Jacksonville, Fla., Russ Broddle of Denver, Colo., and Jeff Broddle of Lansing; one step-daughter, Marilyn Wasmuth of Troy; 3 brothers, Jacob of Coleman, Floyd of Midland and Roger of Beaverton; 2 sisters, Mrs. Viola Roberts of Beaverton and Mrs. Helen Balmer of Chelsea; 4 granddaughters and 7 step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Albert, Marion and Paul.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 3:30 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Donald Keen officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church or the Gladwin County Fair. Gladwin County Record dated 11-11/1992 Column -  4 Page - 2  

 

JEAN (ENGLAND) CROCKETT (1928 - ?)

 

PAUL GYRA CROCKETT (2 FEB 1927 - 1 JAN 1989)

 

Paul G. Crockett, 61, of 4350 Beaverton Rd., Beaverton, died Sunday, Jan. 1, in the Gladwin Area Hospital after a long illness. Born in Tobacco Township, Feb. 2, 1927, he had spent his lifetime her. Mr. Crockett farmed and was a member of the Beaverton Masonic Lodge. Mr. Crockett and the former Eleanor Keyes were married Feb. 10, 1951, in Midland County.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Michael of Hope; 2 daughters, Mrs. Frank (Kathy) Powers of Midland and Peggy Messer of Palm Harbor, Fla.; 5 brothers, Marion of New Port News, Va., Homer and Roger of Beaverton, FLoyd of Midland and Jacob of Coleman; 2 sisters, Helen Balmer of Chelsear and Viola Roberts of Beaverton; 6 grandchildren and 2 step-grandchildren. A brother, Albert, preceded him in death.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Janet Larner officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. A Masonic Memorial Service was held Tuesday evening. Gladwin County Record dated 01-04/1989 Col - 4 Page - 2

 

PHILLIP GYRA CROCKETT (20 MAY 1889 - 24 AUG 1956)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR P. G. CROCKETT

 

   Phillip Gyra Crockett, 67, of Beaverton township, died Friday following an illness of three days. The son of Levi and Evelyn Crockett, he was born May 20, 1889 at Ogden Center, Lenawee County. He came to Gladwin County 48 years ago and was a well-known farmer and stockman. He married Miss Bertha Rise December 23, 1911 at Beaverton.

   Surviving are his wife; seven sons Jacob, Roger, Homer and Paul of Beaverton, Albert of Chelsa, Marion of Grove City, Calif., and Floyd of Midland; two daughters, Mrs. Helen Balmer of Chelsea and Mrs. Viola Roberts of Beaverton; and 21 grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at 2:30 p.m. at the Beaverton Church of the Bretheren with the Rev. Earl Atkinson officiating. Burial was made in the Dale cemetery. His sons served as pallbearers. Gladwin County Record dated 08-29/1956 Column - 1 Page - 1

 

ROGER A. CROCKETT (26 JAN 1925 - 8 JULY 2002)

Roger A. Crockett, 77, of Beaverton, died July 8, 2002 at home in Beaverton following a long illness. Crockett was a lifelong resident of Beaverton, born January 26, 1925 to Phillip and Bertha (Rise) Crockett. He was a lifelong farmer and a member of the Gladwin Eagles Aerie 3292 and the Beaverton Church of the Nazarene. He married Iva Estee in Beaverton May 12, 1950.

He is survived by his wife, two daughters, Gwenda Crockett of Harrison and Bonnie (Ronald) Friday of Beaverton; a son, Roger C. (Pamela) Crockett of Beaverton); six grandchildren, Allen, Timothy, Ronda and Wendi Friday and Jason and Jamie Crockett; a great grandson, Brian Sprague; and a brother, Floyd Crockett of Midland. He was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers and two sisters.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 11, 2002 at 11 a.m. at the Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton with the Rev. Mark H. Moore officiating. He will be buried in the Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. The family will receive visitors Wednesday from noon until 9 p.m. at the funeral home. A special Gladwin Eagles Memorial Service will be held Wednesday at 7 p.m.

CORA L. (POWELSON) CROSS (25 JULY 1868 - 17 FEB 1947)

 

SERVICES TODAY FOR MRS. FRANK CROSS

 

   Mrs. Frank Cross, 78, died at her home in Beaverton on Monday morning, after a long illness. Funeral services will be held this afternoon, Wednesday, at 2 o'clock at the Beaverton Church of the Nazerene, with the Rev. Perry Arnold and the Rev. George Bugbee officiating. Burial will be in the Dale cemetery.

   Cora L. Powelson was born in Richfield township, Genesee county on July 25, 1868, and has been a resident of this vicinity for many years. Surviving are her husband, Frank Cross; two sons by a previous marriage, Emery Van Schaick, of Flint and Horace Van Schaick, of Beaverton; one sister, Mrs. Martha Russell of Davidson; three grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 02-19/1947 Column - 8 Page - 1

 

ENOS CROWELL (21 APRIL 1838 - 21 SEP 1916)

 

   CROWELL---Enos Crowell was born near North Clayton, Miami county, Ohio, April 21, 1838, and departed this life at his home near Beaverton, Mich., Sept. 21, 1916, aged 78 years and 5 months. He was the son of Samuel and Elizabeth Crowell, and was the third child in a family of thirteen. Of this family circle only one, the youngest son, survives.

   He was married to Hannah Mohler of Bradford, Ohio, Feb. 5, 1862, and to this union was born three children: Reuben Andrew, who died Sept. 9 1911, Armina Margaret and Ida Elizabeth. There were also 14 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Soon after his marriage he united with the church of the Brethren, and ever after he gave to it the fullest measure of his devotion. When Bro. Crowell and wife moved to Michigan in 1868, they were the only members of the Brethren church in Woodland township. At that time the county was a wilderness, but they attended services whenever possible at Campbell, Ionia county, making the trip of nine miles with an ox team. The Woodland church was organized in Bro. Crowell's home and this church called him to the office of deacon. In this capacity he was permitted to serve long and faithfully, and no service was ever too great for him to perform.

   In 1898 Bro. and Sister Crowell moved to Beaverton and a second time they entered on a pioneer experience, both in building up a home and in helping to establish a church at this place. He was an ardent Sunday school worker, and was the first supertendent at the old log schoolhouse. He helped to bring about the regular preaching appointments and the first love feast was held at his home. He was always ready to plan for the betterment of the church, and whenever possible he rendered his assistance, both financially and by his own personal efforts.

   One of his most prominent characteristics was his faithfulness to duty. Through storm and heat he made his way to the house of God for worship and no slight circumstances could intervene to influence him to remain away. He was much interested in missions, and in the work of the state district, and his last public pledge was given for the Detroit mission. May his spirit of constancy and devotion long remain with us as a congregation. --- Contributed. Gladwin County Record dated 09-28/1916 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

GRACE J. (BLADES) CROWELL (6 OCT 1909 - 19 MAY 1970)

 

RITES FRIDAY FOR MRS. JOHN CROWELL

 

   Mrs. Grace J. Crowell, 60, of Tobacco Township, died Tuesday, May 19, in Midland Hospital, following as illness of two years. The former Miss Grace J. Blades was born in Tobacco Township Oct. 6, 1909, and had been a lifelong resident of the county. She was married to John Crowell Jan. 22, 1928, in Midland.

   Survivors are her husband, John; two daughters, Mrs. Richard (Irene) Boyer, and Mrs. Shirley (Pauline) Blades; both of Beaverton; three brothers, Earl and Dewey Blades, of Beaverton, and Percy Parkinson, of Detroit; and one sister, Mrs. D. O. (Ella) Denison of Williamston; and six grandchildren.

   Funeral services will be held Friday at 2:00 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home with the Rev. A. H. Keesler and the Rev. F. E. Voller officiating and burial will be in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-20/1970 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

HANNAH (MOHLER) CROWELL (25 DEC 1843 - 21 FEB 1929)

 

MRS. ENOS CROWELL

 

   On Christmas Day, in 1843, a child was born to John and Nacy Mohler, whom they named Hannah. On a farm near Bradford, in Dark county, Ohio, in a family of six, she grew up thru childhood and girlhood. When 19 years old, she married Enos Crowell; the ceremony being performed on Feb. 5, 1862, by Elder Isaac Miller. Three children were born to them; Reuben, Mina and Ida. In 1868 a new home was begun at Woodland, Michigan. During the following 30 years the children grew up and married; all moving to Gladwin county. The mother and father followed them in 1898, and located near Beaverton, where they both lived during the remainder of their lives. Reuben, the only son, died in 1911, and the father five years later on Sept. 21, 1916.

   She united with the church of the Brethren when 18 years old, being baptized by Elder Joseph Ressor, of the Harris Creek church, Ohio. Her religious faith was dominant through-out her life, expressing itself in much study and thought, and loving service. The church was always one of her chief interests. Both the Woodland and Beaverton churches were organized in her home, she being the last charter member of the Woodland country church. Though she read widely in books of many kinds, the Bible was her book of books. Her mind was keen and strong to the end. A long, useful life was ended on Feb. 21, 1929, when she died. She had lived 85 years, 1 month and 26 days.

   Grandma Crowel will be remembered in the church, the community, and her family group; for her kindliness of spirit, her untiring industry, her optimism and the simple beauty of her straight-forward life. As one of the pioneers of this county, she is known by many as a real friend and neighbor, when living was a hard struggle. Many who never knew her personally, know a bit of her through the flowers that grew around her, that she loved all her life and spent most of her time with during the last years of her life.

   She leaves a large family circle: Mrs. Reuben Crowel and family, Mr. and Mrs. Archie VanDyke and family; Mr. and Mrs. L. E. Geiser and family. She had 14 grandchildren, and 23 great-grandchildren, and many other relatives.

   She touched the earth

   And from it came

   Flowers of gold

   And white and flame.

   Blossoms of faith

   And hope born new.

   She touched God's hand

   In dim amase,

   And bore his fruit

   Thru many days.

   Now in his love,

   So high so deep,

   She dreams new flowers

   In her sleep!

Gladwin County Record dated 02-28/1929 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

JOHN CROWELL (1898 - 1989)

 

CARD OF THANKS

 

   We would like to thank all friends and relatives for their kindness, cards, and flowers during the loss of my husband, John Crowell. --- Wife and family. Gladwin County Record dated 10-04/1989 Column -  1 Page - 8 SECTION B 

 

ELMER C. CRUMPACKER (2 MARCH 1868 - 6 MAY 1920)

 

Elmer Crumpacker was born in Harden county, Ohio, March 1, 1863 and departed this life in Mercy hospital, Bay City, Mich., May 6, 1920, aged 57 years, 2 months and 6 days. He was the father of 10 children, three having preceded him to the great beyond. The living are Mrs. Florence Lake, of Beaverton, Gladys, Mable, Mary, Cornes, Eva, and an infant, Estella, all at home. He also leaves a sister, Emma Bird, and a brother, Frank, two nieces, one in Ohio and one in New York, a nephew in Beaverton, besides aunts, cousins and a host of friends to mourn his loss. He was the fourth son of a family of seven, all having gone before but two. Only two years since he buried his brother Zelora and aged mother. Elmer was a hard working, honest man beloved by all who knew him.

   The body was brought to his brother's home Thursday and funeral service was held at Dale. He was laid to rest by the side of his first wife and baby, brothers and parents. Elder Vaughan preached the funeral sermon. Out of town visitors were his wife's parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Brown of LeGrand, Mich., Mr. and Mrs. Will Newville and two daughters, and Robert and Elmer Brown of Saginaw, Russel Arehart and family of Highwood and Mr. and Mrs. John Crosby and son of Edenville. Pallbearers were James Dundas, Will Snyder, Andrew Snyder, Grant Onweller, Jacob Hoover and Mr. Rhodes. Gladwin County Record dated 05-13/1920 Column - 4 Page - 4

 

FRANCIS MARION CRUMPACKER (18 APRIL 1874 - APRIL 1962)

 

RITES FOR FRANK CRUMPACKER

 

   Francis Marion Crumpacker, 87, died Sunday at his home in Tobacco Township, followig an illness of four years. Born in Union County, Ohio, on April 18, 1874, he came to Edenville in 1886 and to Gladwin County to his Tobacco Township farm in 1891. He wasn't married. Funeral services were held today (Wednesday) at 3 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Gordon Showers officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-18/1962 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

GARNETT CRUMPACKER (22 NOV 1829 - 22 NOV 1899)

 

Garnett Crumpacker was born Nov. 22, 1829 in Clark county, Ohio. Died Nov. 22, 1899, aged 70 years. Was married to Mary A. Arehart, of Harding county, Ohio, on the 29th day of June 1856. Into their union were born seven children. He leaves a wife and five children to mourn his loss, two of his children having passed away before him. He joined the 45th O.V.I. at Ridgeway, Ohio. He went to Ontario in 1862, and was gone three years. He joined the Missionary Baptists when a young man, some few years before he was married. He was a faithful follower in the belief. He preached to his comrades whenever it was convenient for him. His daily life was a Christian lesson and gave example to all who knew him. He was a faithful attendant to our Sunday-school and was teacher of the Bible class ever since the Sunday school started, and that is two years ago. He will be sadly missed. He was liked by everyone--always had a smile and a pleasant, cheerful word for everyone. He belonged to the G.A.R. post in West Mansfield, Ohio. He was in Company I. Old Soldiers served as pallbearers. His remains were laid to rest in Tobacco cemetery on Sunday, Nov. 26, 1899, and a large number of friends followed his remains to their last resting place. A great many floral pieces were given by friends. He preached the gospel 36 years. Was an ordained minister a part of that time. He moved from Mt. Victory, Ohio, in 1829, to Edenville, Midland county, Mich., where he resided, then moving to Hope township, and afterwards moved to Tobacco township, Gladwin county, living there five years. His last days with us were full of fun and mirth. He ate a hearty supper and retired early, and his sons on returning from church notied heavy breathing. On going to him they tried to rouse him, but he never showed signs of knowing them, and soon was gone. The doctor said it was apopolexy. Source: Gladwin County Record dated 12-01/1899 Column - 2 Page - 8

DUNDAS CORNERS.

   Correction---In the obituary of Garnett Crumpacker, published in the Record a few weeks ago, the type made it read that "he went to Ontario in 1862, and was gone three years," which is an error. He enlisted in 1862, joined the 45th O.V.I. at Ridgeway, Ohio, and served in the civil war to its close. Source: Gladwin County Record dated 12-15/1899 Column - 2 Page - 8

 

MARY AGNES (AREHART) CRUMPACKER (7 NOV 1835 - 19 JAN 1918)

 

CRUMPACKER---Mrs. Mary Agnes Crumpacker was born in Alleghany county, Pa., Nov. 7, 1835, and departed this life June 19, 1918, aged 82 years, 7 months and 12 days. Grandma Crumpacker was a pioneer of Michigan, coming here 30 years ago and settling in Tobacco township, living there until her death. She leaves to mourn her loss two sons and one daughter, Frank at home, Elmer of Sanford and Mrs. Emma Bird, of Pine Stump; also several grandchildren and several great grandchildren; three brothers and three sisters. Heart trouble and sorrow from the loss of her son Zelora in March hastened her death. She was the mother of seven children, four of whom preceded her with her husband to the great beyond. Grandma will be greatly missed in the home and in the community where she lived. The body was laid to rest June 23 in the family lot, Dale cemetery by the side of her husband and son. Pallbearers Rev. Arnold, Wm. Bergman, Mr. Shaffer, Mr. Fairchild, Mr. Spencer and Mr. Quellet. Gladwin County Record dated 06-27/1918 Column - 5 Page - 5

 

NELLIE CRUMPACKER (16 JULY 1876 - 26 JAN 1899) - 22 yrs, 6 mo.’s, 10 days.

 

ZELORA T. CRUMPACKER (24 AUG 1877 - 17 MARCH 1918)

 

CRUMPACKER---Zelora Crumpacker was born Aug. 24, 1877, in Union county, Ohio, and departed this life at Mercy hospital, Bay City, March 17, where he had undergone an operation for abscess last July, not regaining his former strength, it was necessary for him to return for another operation, and he did not recover from the shock. He came from Ohio with his parents 30 years ago and settled on a farm at Pine Stump, in Tobacco township when it was quite wild. He and his brother Frank owned their farms together, staying with and taking care of their aged mother.

   Zelora was a man of high morals; was honest and upright in all his dealings, and was liked by all who knew him. His pleasant smile will be missed in the community where he lived. He leaves to mourn an aged mother, one sister, Mrs. Al Bird of Pine Stump, and two brothers, Frank at home and Elmer of Midland; his father, two sisters and one brother having gone before.

   The body was laid to rest in the family lot at Dale by the side of his father, March 21. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. R. C. Mitts of Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 03-28/1918 Column - 5 Page - 5

 

AHAVA CUTLER (1896 - 1959)

 

WILLARD V. CUTLER (29 MARCH 1918 - OCT 1963)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO HOPE MAN

 

   Funeral services were held Saturday at 1:30 p.m. at the Bradley Funeral Home in Midland for Willard V. Cutler, 45, of Hope, who died in a Detroit hospital Thursday following a short illness. Burial was in Dale Cemetery, Gladwin County. Born in Detroit on March 29, 1918, he was employed in the summertime as a trucker in the Detroit area, spending his winters at Hope.

   Surviving are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Cutler, of New York; five sisters, Mrs. Josephine O'Connell, of Livonia, Mrs. Doris Gingerich and Mrs. Roberta Thrush, of Beaverton, Mrs. Helen Olson, of Portland, and Clarabelle Cutler, of New York. Gladwin County Record dated 10-23/1963 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

{Note: Gingerich also known as: Gingery!}

 

JOHN CYLMIRE, JR (1944 - 1990)

 

D'S

 

LOUIS D. DAGGETT (14 NOV 1924 - 19 DEC 1983)

 

Louis D. Daggett, 59, of 3138 S. M-30, Beaverton, died Monday, Dec. 19, in the Midland Hospital Center following a short illness. Born in Chattanooga, Tenn., on Nov. 14, 1924, he came to Gladwin County in 1978 from Warren. He was a machinist for Borden Manufacturing in Roseville until retiring in 1979. Mr. Daggett and the former Linnie Jo Peck were married in 1978 in Warren.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Don and James of Plattsburg, N.Y.; 2 daughters, Mrs. Brenda Hutson of Beaverton and Mrs. Joyce Strunk of Gladwin; his mother, Mrs. Effie Daggett of Chattanoga; one brother, William of Staten Island, N.Y.; and 6 grandchildren. Rites will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Faith Missionary Baptist Church in Beaverton. The Rev. Eugene McWherter will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Visitation is at the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Gladwin County Record dated 12-21/1983 Column - 4 Page – 2

 

(Midland Daily News, Dec. 21, 1983)

 

Louis D. Daggett, 59, of Beaverton, died Monday, Dec. 19, 1983, in Midland Hospital Center following a short illness.

 

He was born Nov. 14, 1924, in Chattenooga, Tenn. He was a retired machinist employed by the Borden Manufacturing Co. in Roseville. He was a World War II veteran. Formerly of Warren, he had been a resident of Gladwin County since 1978. He married the former Lennie Jo Peck in Warren in 1978.

 

He leaves his wife; sons, Don Barry Daggett of Beaverton and James Dean Daggett of Plattsburg, N.Y.; daughters, Brenda Hutson of Beaverton, and Joyce Strunk of Gladwin; six grandchildren; mother, Effie Daggett of Chattenooga and brother, William Daggett of Staten Island, N.Y.

 

Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday in Faith Missionary Baptist Church, Beaverton, with the Rev. Eugene McWherter officiating. Burial will be in Dale Cemetery.  Friends may call at Hall Funeral Home Gladwin Chapel anytime today and at the church after 10 am.Thursday.

 

BETTY JEAN (SWANTON) DAILEY (7 MARCH 1927 - 29 FEB 1996)

 

Betty Jean Dailey, 68, of Coleman, died Thursday, Feb. 29, 1996. Born March 7, 1927, she was a member of the Grace bible Church of Beaverton and avidly enjoyed teaching bible school.

   Surviving are her 6 sons and 3 daughters, Glenn and Madonna Newcomb of Sanford, Ruthann and Red Muchison of Tennessee, Carol and Jim Fenske of Midland, Tony and Connie Newcomb of Sanford, Don and Charlotte Newcomb of Hope, John and Anna Newcomb of Midland, Darlene and Lee Ranck of Coleman, Dave and Cheryl Newcomb of Sanford, Bobby and Stacey Dailey of New Mexico; 3 brothers, Dick Swanton of Beaverton, Joe Swanton of Beaverton, and L. J. Swanton of Ringling, Mont.; 3 sisters, Maxine Daniels of Coleman, Mary Mason of Beaverton, and Marie Sersaw of Oil City; 32 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one son, Michael Allen Newcomb.

   Rites were held at 11 a.m. Saturday from the O'Laughlin Funeral Home Inc., Coleman. Pastor Jim Walters officiated and burial was at the Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider Grace Bible Church of Mid-Michigan Hospice. Gladwin County Record dated 03-06/1996 Column - 3 Page - 7   

 

DANIEL DANIELAK (1939 - 1985)

 

HELEN F. DANIELAK (1918 - ?)

 

STANLEY DANIEL DANIELAK (26 MARCH 1918 - 6 MARCH 1994)

 

Stanley Daniel Danielak, 75, of Beaverton, died Sunday, March 6, 1994. He is survived by his wife, Helen; one daugther, Mrs. Terry (Debra) McCartney of Rochester Hills; one brother, Victor; one sister, Gennie Sitek; 9 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Daniel. Rites will be held Thursday at noon from St. Anne's Catholic Church, Edenville. He will be in state from 11 a.m. until time of mass. The Potere-Modetz Funeral Home in Rochester is in charge of services. Gladwin County Record dated 03-09/1994 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

ANNA M. DAVIS (19 MARCH 1865 - 7 SEP 1962)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO MRS. DAVIS, 97

 

   Mrs. Anna M. Davis, 97, died at her home in Midland County, Friday, Sept. 7 after a long illness. She had been a Beaverton resident for 40 years, prior to moving to Midland County  13 years ago. Mrs. Davis was born March 19, 1865, in Miami County, Ohio.

   Survivors are two daughters, Miss Mary Davis of Beaverton and Mrs. Louis Berg of Midland; two sons, Andrew, of Battle Creek and Arthur of Akron, Ohio; two sisters, Mrs. Louis Angle of Covington, Ohio, and Mrs. Charles Boman of Dayton, Ohio, and two grandchildren.

   Funeral services were held Sunday from the Church of the Brethren where she was a member with the Rev. Arthur Whisler, assisted by the Rev. Randall Roose, officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-12/1962 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

KENNETH W. DAVIS (16 AUG 1902 - 4 JULY 1985)

 

Kenneth W. Davis, 82, of 485 Lang Rd., Beaverton, died Thursday, July 4, in the Midland Hospital Center following a long illness. Born in Nottawa Township, Isabella County, Aug. 16, 1902, he spent most of his life in Gladwin County. Mr. Davis was a mechanic in the Beaverton School System and was also self-employed. He was a member of the Beaverton R.L.D.S. Church. Mr. Davis and the former Rose Hooper were married Oct. 16, 1927, in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife he is survived by 3 sons, Norm of Gladwin and Donald and Stanley of Beaverton; one daughter, Mrs. Waldo (Beulah) Hover of Beaverton; one brother, Harry of Tampa, Fla.; 7 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Elders Harold Keeley and Leon Methner officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-10/1985 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

MARY E. DAVIS (19 NOV 1900 - 26 JAN 1990)

 

Mary E. Davis, 89, of Knox Rd., Beaverton, died Friday, Jan. 26, 1990, in the Gladwin Nursing Home after a long illness. Born in Covington, Ohio, Nov. 19, 1900, she moved to Gladwin County years ago. Miss Davis was a teacher for the Gladwin Rural Schools until retiring. She was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren and taught Sunday School. Surviving is a sister, Mae Berg of Midland. Rites were held Monday at 11 a.m. from the Dale Cemetery with Elder Arthur Wade officiating. Arrangements were in charge of the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 01-31/1990 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

ROSE (HOOPER) DAVIS (30 JULY 1908 - 21 JAN 1995)

 

Rose Davis, 85, of Beaverton, died Saturday, Jan. 21 1995 at St. Mary's Medical Center in Saginaw following a long illness. Born July 30, 1908 in Gladwin County, she was employed by Brown Machine Co. and Beaverton Rural Schools until retiring in 1969. Mrs. Davis was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The former Rose Hooper married Kenneth Davis Oct. 27, 1927 in Beaverton. He preceded her in death July 4, 1985.

   Surviving are 3 sons, Norm and wife Dorothy of Gladwin, Donald of Beaverton, and Stan and wife Judy of Beaverton; one daughter, Beulah and wife Waldo Hover of Beaverton; one brother, Fred Hooper of Beaverton; one sister, Edith Wilkinson of Beaverton; 7 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Glenn and Earl Hooper and one sister, Mina Metcalf.

   Services will be held at 1 p.m. today (Wednesday) from the Beaverton Church of the Brethren with the Rev. Kenneth Golay officiating. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery, Tobacco Township. Arrangements were handled by the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 01-25/1995 Column - 2 Page - 6

 

SALOMA IRENE (MCKIMMY) - COWELL - DAVIS (7 AUG 1873 - 2 FEB 1958)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS. SOLOMA DAVIS

 

   Funeral services were held for Mrs. Saloma Cowell Davis, 84, today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. at the Church of Brethren in Beaverton. The Rev. G.W. Miller and Rev. Arthur Whisler officiated at the services. Burial was in Dale cemetery.

     Mrs. Davis died on Sunday, February 2, at the home of her grand-daughter, Mrs. Vern Stone, Route 2, Beaverton. A Gladwin county resident for 48 years, Mrs. Davis was born on Aug. 7, 1873, in Preston county, West Virginia. The former Miss Saloma McKimmy was married to David P. Cowell in Lenawee county in 1890. Mr. Cowell died on Jan 17, 1952. On Dec. 4, 1952, she was married to Henry Davis, who survives her. Other survivors are two sons, Ray of Gladwin and Perry of Clare; five grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Ada Corbin, of Adrian; and three brothers, Theodore McKimmy of Beaverton, Fred McKimmy of Adrian and Alvin McKimmy of Toledo, Ohio. Gladwin County Record dated 02-05/1958 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

KENNETH W. DAVIS (16 AUG 1902 - 4 JULY 1985)

 

Kenneth W. Davis, 82, of 485 Lang Rd., Beaverton, died Thursday, July 4, in the Midland Hospital Center following a long illness. Born in Nottawa Township, Isabella County, Aug. 16, 1902, he spent most of his life in Gladwin County. Mr. Davis was a mechanic in the Beaverton School System and was also self-employed. He was a member of the Beaverton R.L.D.S. Church. Mr. Davis and the former Rose Hooper were married Oct. 16, 1927, in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife he is survived by 3 sons, Norm of Gladwin and Donald and Stanley of Beaverton; one daughter, Mrs. Waldo (Beulah) Hover of Beaverton; one brother, Harry of Tampa, Fla.; 7 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Elders Harold Keeley and Leon Methner officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-10/1985 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

STEVEN RAY DAVIS (23 JUNE 1970 - 14 NOV 1973)

 

WILLIAM E. DAVIS (17 OCT 1868 - 2 JULY 1949)

 

William E. Davis, 80, a Tobacco township farmer, died on Saturday, July 2, at his home after suffering a heart attack on Friday evening. He was born on October 17, 1868, at Peru, Indiana, and on March 17, 1895, married Miss Ann Mohler at Covington, Ohio. In 1904 they moved to Coleman and five years later came to Tobacco township. He was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren.

   Surviving are his wife; two sons, Andrew of Battle Creek and Arthur of Akron, Ohio; two daughters, Mary E. Davis of Saginaw and Mae V. Berg of Midland; one brother, Thomas Davis of Indiana, and one sister, Elizabeth Miller of Virginia; also two grandchildren.

   Funeral services took place at 10:30 o'clock on Tuesday morning at the Brethren church. Rev. Ernest Jehnsen officiated and burial was in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-06/1949 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

E. G. DAWSON (? - 2 MAY 1921)

 

FORMER MIDLAND MAN DIES AT BEAVERTON

E. G. Dawson, who lived in Midland about 25 years ago, died Monday, May 2, at the home of Al Bird in
Beaverton, where he had made his home for the past 18 years.  Deceased was a kind, honest man and highly esteemed by all who knew him, and will be greatly missed in the vicinity where he lived.
The funeral was held Wednesday, conducted by Rev. Hover, and interment was made in Dale cemetery.
(Midland Daily News Sun dated 5-12-1921 Page – 1)

 

 

BETTY J. DAY (5 MARCH 1927 - 14 FEB 1993)

 

ANNA C. DEMING (1864 - 1915)

 

FERN (MILLER) DEMING (21 JAN 1902 - 28 DEC 1998)

 

VIRGIL C. DEMING (8 FEB 1898 - 18 SEP 1968)

 

 EX-RESIDENT DIES IN FLINT

 

   Funeral services for Virgil C. Deming, 70, of Flint were held at the Dale Methodist Church, Beaverton, September 21, at 2:00 p.m. The Rev. F. E. Voller officiated and burial was made in the Dale cemetery. The son of Wilbur and Anna Deming, he was born February 8, 1898. The Demings were former residents of Tobacco Township. He was a World War I veteran serving with the 125th Infantry, Co. K, and was wounded in action in France July 31, 1918. He later became a postal worker. His hobby was photography. On May 26, 1963, he was married to Fern Johnson, the former Miss Fern Miller, who survives him. Also surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Marion (Peggy) Martin, of Adrian; and one son, John of Tecumseh; three brothers, Harold and Seward of Adrian and Douglas of Chicago; and six grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 10-09/1968 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

ELLA (CANTLEY) DENNIS (ABT. 14 JAN 1870 - 4 MARCH 1907) - Located inside a Big Tree.

 

Ella Cantley Dennis died at her home in Tobacco March 4, 1907, at the age of 37 years, 1 month and 18 days. She was married March 5, 1895, to which union was born three sons and one daughter, all of whom survive except one son. Besides husband and children she leaves her parents, three sisters and four brothers to mourn her loss. She was a true Christian, having been converted at the age of 19. Funeral was conducted by a minister from aboard, and interment took place in Dale cemetery. Friends and neighbors of the bereaved family extend heartfelt sympathy. Gladwin County Record dated 03-14/1907 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

BIRDIE W. DEVENNY (1890 - 1937)

 

CASH ALDON DEVENNY (8 OCT 1886 - 25 DEC 1947)

 

LOSES LIFE IN M-18 MISHAP

 

BEAVERTON MAN KILLED WHEN STRUCK BY CAR CHRISTMAS NIGHT

 

   Funeral services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. for Cash Aldon DeVenny, 59, of Beaverton, who was fatally injured Christmas night when struck by an automobile. Burial was made in the Dale cemetery following services at the Hall Funeral Home at which Rev. E. S. Hollinger, of the Brethren Church, officiated. Mr. DeVenny was walking along M-18 north of Beaverton in a heavy snowfall when he was hit by a car driven by Dick D. Childs, 20, of Grenieer Field, Manchester, N. H. In a statements to investigating officers, Childs said that he was momentarily blinded by the lights of an approaching vehicle in the heavy snow fall. He said he applied his brakes when he saw the pedestrian in his headlights, but was unable to stop in time to avoid striking DeVenny.

   Childs, a soldier on leave, was releashed after making his statement to Sheriff Arthur Kelly and State Troopers Edsel Duvall and John Ryan of the Bay City post. Coroner Lewis Reigle said that head injuries caused DeVenny's death and that he also suffered compound fractures of both legs and a broken right arm.

   Mr. Devenny was born Oct. 8, 1888 in Meigs county, Ohio, and had been a resident of Gladwin county for 27 years. More familiary known as "Jerry" he was a carpenter by trade. Mrs. DeVenny died 12 years ago. He is survived by his son, George of Beaverton, and one grandson. Gladwin County Record dated 12-31/1947 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

GEORGE J. DEVENNY (17 OCT 1914 - 4 JUNE 1997)

 

George J. DeVenny, 82, of Beaverton, died Wednesday, June 4, 1997 at the Gladwin Pines Nursing Home after a short illness. Born Oct. 17, 1914 in Akron, Ohio, he lived in Gladwin County his entire life. George married the former Pearl Suter, Sept. 25, 1938 in Beaverton.

   He had been employed by Brown Machine in Beaverton as an electrician for 12 years, retiring July 1, 1976. He was a charter member of the Tobacco River Muzzle Loaders and N.R.A. Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Richard and wife Sandra of Beaverton; two granddaughters; and three great-granddaughters.

   Services were held at 1 p.m. Friday at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel with Mr. Neil Lucas officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to MidMichigan Visiting Nurse Association. Gladwin County Record dated 06-11/1997 Column - 4 Page - 2   

 

PEARL E. DEVENNY (1920 - ?)

 

HAROLD EDWARD DICLER (19 MAY 1941 - 8 NOV 1981)

 

Harold Edward Dicler, 40, of St. Mary's, Ohio, died Sunday, Nov. 8, in Joint Township Hospital, St. Mary's, following complications of phlebitis. He was born in St. Mary's on May 19, 1941, and was employed in the laboratory at Goodyear for 16 years. He served in the Marine Corps in Vietnam and was a member of the R.L.D.S. Church where he served as an Elder, treasurer, district officer and junior stewardship. He was married to Sharon Peterson of Beavertn, June 12, 1965.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by his mother, Alma Dicler; one sister and one brother of Ohio. Rites were held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. at the church in St. Marys. A commital service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. Elder Hugh Lewis will officiate. Gladwin County Record dated 11-11/1981 Column - 5 Page - 2  

 

DONALD C. DOANE (1926 - 1995)

 

DOUGLAS DOANE (6 JULY 1958 - 7 DEC 2001)

 

   Douglas Doane, 43, of Beaverton, died Friday, Dec. 7, 2001 at The Laurels in Mt. Pleasant, after battling cancer for 16 years. Born July 6, 1958 in Clare, he was the son of Donald and Lily Mae (Eddy) Doane. He was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County. Douglas married Bridget (Zolina), June 15, 1991 in Edenville. He was a salesman for Ace Hardware in Midland.

   Besides his wife he is survived by his mother, Lily Mae Doane of Beaverton, two brothers, Donald M. and wife Terri of Beaverton, and H. Dean and wife Kim of Grand Blanc; three sisters, Dorita and husband George Beal of Bridgeport, Vickie Pierce of Beaverton, and Wendy and husband Jack Nichols of Standish, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father.

Services were held at 11 a.m. Monday at Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton with Rev. Father Todd Arnberg officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Anne’s Catholic Church. Gladwin County Record dated 12-12/2001 Column - 6 Page - 2    

 

LILY M. DOANE (1926 - ?)

 

EDNA L. DODMAN (1924 - 2001)

 

ROBERT C. DODMAN (1923 - 1999)

 

FRED ELROY DOWNING (31 OCT 1905 - 1 SEP 1979)

 

Fred E. Downing, 73, of 311 West Brown St., Beaverton, died Saturday, Sept. 1, at his home after a short illness. Born in Sullivan County, Mo., on October 31, 1905, he came to Gladwin County in 1945 from Lansing. Mr. Downing worked for W. H. Hall and Son Lumber Co. in Beaverton and was a member and past member of the Beaverton Masonic Lodge No. 453. He was married to Julia Hitchcock on July 22, 1929, in Bowlling Green, Ohio.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Richard of Beaverton; 3 daughters, Mrs. Maynard (Jean) Hughes of Midland, Mrs. Junior (DeeDee) Grove and Mrs. Brian (Debbie) Genaw of Beaverton; 2 brothers, Wayne and Mike Downing of Miland, Mo.; 3 sisters, Mrs. Grace Hardinger and Mrs. Hazel Hope of Green City, Mo. and Mrs. Lula Cornmesser of Waterloo, Iowa; 17 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

   Services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery. A Masonic Service was held Monday at 8 p.m. Gladwin County Record dated 09-05/1979 Column - 1 Page - 2

 

JULIA LAVINA (HITCHCOCK) DOWNING (2 MARCH 1910 - 26 JAN 1996)

 

Julia L. Downing, 85, of Beaverton, died Friday, Jan. 26, 1996 at home following a long illness. Born March 2, 1910 in Gratiot County, she resided in Beaverton for the past 40 years. Mrs. Downing was a member of the Beaverton Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star No. 386 and the Grace Bible Church in Beaverton. The former Julia Hitchcock married Fred E. Downing July 22, 1929 in Bowling Green, Ohio. He preceded her in death Sept. 1, 1979.

   Surviving are 3 daughters, Nora Jean Hughes, Bonita and husband William Gedney, and Debra and husband Brian Genaw, all of Beaverton; one son, Richard and wife Bonnetta of Beaverton; 2 brothers, Carl and Mike Hitchcock, both of Beaverton; 2 sisters, Clara Lane and Velma Hall, both of St. Louis; 19 grandchildren; 42 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

   Rites were held at 1 p.m. Monday from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton chapel. Pastor Jim Walters officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery, Tobacco Township. A special memorial service by the Order of the Eastern Star was held Sunday evening. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to Grace Bible Church in Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 01-31/1996 Column - 3 Page - 7

 

BETTY R. (TOWSLEY) DREHER (5 JULY 1924 - 1 AUG 2005)

Betty R. Dreher, 81, of Cordova, Tennessee, died Aug. 1, 2005 at Baptist Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee, following a long illness. She was born July 5, 1924, in Toledo, Ohio. She married William on Oct. 25, 1945 in Toledo, Ohio; he preceded her in death in 1994. She was employed as a factory worker at Valonite Metal in Royal Oak. She lived in Tennessee for the past year, having previously resided in Arkansas.

She is survived by a son, Timothy (Tammy) Dreher of Clarkston; two daughters, Jean Sellers of Cordova, Tennessee, and Marilou (Oscar) Guerrero of El Paso, Texas; a grandson, Glen; and Great grandchildren, William, Michael, and Jonathon. She was preceded in death by her husband, four sisters, and two brothers. Funeral services were held Aug. 4 at the Tobacco Township Cemetery in Beaverton. The Rev. Karen Blatt officiated.

WILLIAM H. DREHER (20 DEC 1919 - 16 MARCH 1994)

 

William H. Dreher, 74, of 1053 McKimmy Dr., Beaverton, died suddenly Wednesday, March 16, 1994, in the MidMichigan Regional Medical Center, Midland. He was born in Toledo, Ohio, Dec. 20, 1919, and moved to the county in 1988 from Pontiac. Mr. Dreher had spent his summers and recreation time in the county for 28 years. He was a floor molder for General Motors in Pontiac and retired in 1982 after 22 1/2 years. He served in the Army during World War II and was a member of the Gladwin County VFW Post 7303. Mr. Dreher and the former Betty Towsley were married Oct. 26, 1945, in Toledo, Ohio.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Timothy of Huston, Texas; 2 daughters, Jeanne Dreher of San Antonio, Texas and Mrs. Oscar (Marilou) Guerrero of McAllen, Texas; one sister, Iva Fleischman of Toledo, Ohio; and one grandchild. Rites were held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel with the Rev. David Stewart officiating. A graveside service was held at the Tobacco Township Cemetery by the VFW. Memorials may be made to the Dale United Methodist Church. Gladwin County Record dated 03-23/1994 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DUMONT (1845 - 14 JUNE 1913)

 

Benjamin Frank Dumont died June 14 at the age of 68 years. His funeral was held at Dale, Elder Flock officiating and his body was laid at rest in Dale cemetery. His children were all with him at his death, and attended the funeral, also his brother Charles from Ionia. Mr. Dumont settled in Tobacco township in 1877. He leaves a wife and six children to mourn his loss. He enlisted at the age of 21, and served in the Civil war, receiving an honorable discharge. Gladwin County Record dated 06-26/1913 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

JAMES GORDON DUNDAS (12 JULY 1892 - 13 SEP 1963)

 

Funeral services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Dale Methodist Church for James Gordon Dundas, 71, who died suddenly Friday at his home in Tobacco Township after a heart attack. The Rev. Gordon Showers officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. A lifetime resident of Gladwin County, he was born in Tobacco Township on July 12, 1892. A surveyor, he was married to the former Lula Snyder on Oct. 27, 1915, in Gladwin. He was a member of Beaverton F.&A.M. Lodge No 457.

     Mr. Dundas was well-known throughout the county by his work as a surveyor, and with Mrs. Dundas he had operated the Dundas Corners Store for many years. He was in the store at the time of his death. In 1961, he served as general chairman for the Gladwin County First Settler Centennial Celebration.

     Surviving are his wife, Lula; three sons, Richard, of Beaverton, Robert, of St. Clair, and Bruce, of Hope; a daughter, Mrs. Maxine Kintner of Gladwin; three sisters, Mrs. Julia Cartridge, of Toledo and Mrs. Agnes Greer and Mrs. Alma Peterson of Flint; and a brother Jack of Flint. A daughter, Marjorie McKimmy, preceded him in death Nov. 16, 1942. Gladwin County Record dated 09-18/1963 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

JAMES RICHARD DUNDAS (30 MARCH 1917 - 30 JAN 1974)

 

J. Richard Dundas, 56, of Beaverton, died Wednesday, Jan. 30 in Saginaw Veterans Hospital after an illness of two months. Born in Beaverton on March 20, 1917, he moved back to Gladwin county from Royal Oak in 1964. He was a member of the Beaverton Lions Club and a salesman for the Buyers Guide. Mr. Dundas was married to the former Jeanne Pryor on April 13, 1963, in Key West, Fla. Besides his wife, he is survived by two sons, James of Royal Oak and Donald of Beaverton; two brothers, Robert of St. Clair and Bruce of Hope; one sister, Mrs. Maxine Kinne of Gladwin; and one grandson. Rites were held Saturday Feb. 2 at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton. The Rev. Zina Bennett officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-06/1974 Column - 4 Page - 2         

 

LULA MAY (SNYDER) DUNDAS (23 JULY 1891 - 24 AUG 1973)

 

Mrs. Lula May Dundas, 82, of 4520 Dundas Rd., Beaverton, died Friday, August 24, at the Gladwin Nursing Home, following a long illness. A native of Gladwin County, the former Lula May Snyder was born in Beaverton July 23, 1891. She was married to J. Gordon Dundas October 27, 1915, in Gladwin and they moved to Royal Oak in 1916 where they remained until 1938, when they returned to Beaverton. They operated the Dundas Store for many years. Mr. Dundas preceded her in death September 13, 1963.

   Surviving are 3 sons, Richard of Beaverton, Robert of St. Clair, and Bruce of Gladwin; 1 daughter, Mrs. Harold (Maxine) Kinne of Gladwin; 5 sisters, Mrs. Erma Smith of Beaverton, Mrs. Freida Bracy of Detroit, Mrs. Blanch Morton of Lansing, Mrs. Ada Albright of California, Mrs. Carrie Whiton of Ohio; 1 brother, Clifford Snyder of Beaverton; 13 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Services were held Monday at 2 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton with the Rev. Zina Bennett officiating and interment was in Dale Cemetery.Gladwin County Record dated 08-29/1973 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

GLADYS R. (STERLING) DUNHAM (1896 - 1986)

 

GUY A. DUNHAM (1900 - 26 DEC 1948)

 

SERVICES FOR GUY DUNHAM THURSDAY

 

   Funeral services for Guy Dunham, 55, will be held at the Dale Methodist church on Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with burial in the Dale cemetery. Mr. Dunham was born in Beaverton and left there about 20 years ago, to make his home in Caro. He ended his own life with a charge from a 12-gauge shot-gun at the home of his daughter and son-in-law, near Caro, on Sunday, December 26. A suicide note in Mr. Dunham's pocket indicated that he had been brooding over the condition of his health. Surviving are his wife and several children. Gladwin County Record dated 12-29/1948 Column - 1 Page - 1

 

MERRILL DUNHAM (1867 - 1939)

 

NELLIE (LAMPSON) DUNHAM (7 JULY 1866 - 3 JULY 1948)

 

BEAVERTON RESIDENT BURIED IN DALE

 

   Services for Mrs. Nellie Dunham, 81, were held on Tuesday, July 6, at the Dale Methodist church with burial in the Dale cemetery. The Rev. John Scott of the Gladwin Methodist church officiated. Mrs. Dunham passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Abbie Paxton in Sheridan township, Clare county, on Saturday. She was born in Watertown, New York on July 7, 1866 and was married to Merrill Dunham, who died in 1939. She has been a resident of the Beaverton community for about 48 years.

   Surviving are one son, Guy Dunham, of Caro; four daughters, Mrs. Nina Ayers, Angola, Indiana, Mrs. Abbie Paxton, of Clare, Mrs. Isabel Glidden, of Mt. Morris and Mrs. Helen Barton, of Flint; one brother, Elias Lampson, of Saginaw; two sisters, Miss Abbie Lampson, of Flint and Mrs. Effie McKimmy, of Hudson; also, 23 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 07-07/1948 Column - 1 Page - 1

 

RUTH DUNHAM (1905 - 1921)

 

THELMA DUNHAM (1904 - 1905)

 

CHRISTINA S. DUNNE (13 JUNE 1921 - ?)

 

THOMAS J. DUNNE (6 FEB 1921 - 29 JAN 1992)

 

Thomas J. Dunne, 70, of 31 64 Croll Rd., Beaverton, died Wednesday, Jan. 29, 1992, in the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Clare, after a short illness. Born in Royal Oak, Feb. 6, 1921, he came to Gladwin County in 1957 from Birmingham. Mr. Dunne was a sheet metal worker for Sheet Metal Workers Local 7, Zone 3. He retired in 1981 after 24 years. Mr. Dunne and the former Christina Hackney were married Sept. 19, 1942, in Clawson.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 daughters, Mrs. Gary (Merry) Blades of Beaverton, Mrs. Robert (Sherry) Weaver of Midland and Mrs. Steve (Susan) Schmeck of Cooks; one sister, Mrs. Lenore Oetjens of Beaverton; 9 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers.

   Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. David Stewart officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-05/1992 Column - 2 Page - 2

 

ALOJZY DZIADOSZ (1882 - 1965)

 

SOPHIA DZIADOSZ (15 MAY 1883 - 10 JUNE 1972)

 

E'S

 

ELLSWORTH JACK EAGLE (23 AUG 1909 - 3 JULY 1978)

 

Elsworth J. (Jack) Eagle, 68, of 4488 West Dale Rd., Beaverton, died Monday, July 3, in the Clare Osteopathic Hospital. Born in Cowen, W. Va., on August 23, 1909, he came to Gladwin County in 1946. Mr. Eagle was retired from the Dow Chemical Co. and was self-employed in construction. He served in the U.S. Army from 1934 to 1938. He and the former Catherine (Betty) Barkley were married on May 9, 1946, in Detroit. Besides his wife, he is survived by 4 sons, Wayne, a major in the Army at Falls Church, Va., George of Clare, Gary and Charles of Beaverton; one daughter, Joanna Statler of Farwell; 4 step-sons, Rev. Clarence Moore and Ralph Moore of Beaverton, S/Sgt. Norbert Moore with the Army in Trenton, Ill., and Barry Bailey of Vienna, Va.; 4 brothers, Homer of Detroit, Myles and Rodney of Flora Home, Fla. and Rolland of Cowen, W. Va.; one sister Mrs. Garledeen Morris of Akron, Ohio; and 21 grandchildren.

   Services were held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Arthur Munger and the Rev. Clarence Moore officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-12/1978 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

ADA M. (MILLER) EARLY (7 OCT 1871 - 31 JAN 1944)

 

MRS. IRA EARLY SUCCUMBS MONDAY

 

   Mrs. Ira Early, 72, of Beaverton, died Monday evening after a three weeks' illness with a heart ailment. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2:30 p.m. at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren with the Rev. E. S. Hollinger officiating. Burial will be in the Dale cemetery. Daughter of Samuel and Martha Miller, Ada Early was born in North Manchester, Indiana, on October 7, 1871. She was married to Ira Early in Woodland, Michigan, on June 3, 1897. The Earleys were among Beaverton's pioneer residents, moving there in 1898.

   Surviving are her husband; two sons, Gaylen, of Detroit, and Harold, of Cambridge, Massachusetts; two daughters, Mrs. Bertha Dykhuis, of Morenci, and Mrs. Glady Huber, of Bellfontaine, Ohio; and two sisters, Miss Olive Miller and Mrs. Weltha Long, of Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 02-02/1944 Column - 1 Page - 4

 

IRA E. EARLY (1872 - 1956)

 

ALTA M. (FORD) EDDY (15 APR 1896 – 15 JUNE 1966)

 

Gladwin County Record --- 22 June 1966

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO MRS. ALTA EDDY

 

Mrs. Alta M. Eddy, 70, of Tobacco Township, died last Wednesday at the Gladwin Hospital after an illness of five years.

 

Born in Ogemaw County on April 15, 1896, she had lived in Gladwin County 50 years. She was a member of the Edenville Seventh Day Adventist Church. The former Alta Ford, she was married to Waine E. Eddy in Saginaw on Nov. 10, 1915.

 

Survivors include her husband, two daughters, Mrs. Lloyd Crosby and Mrs. Donald Doane, both of Tobacco Township; one son, Harold, of Norwalk, Calif; seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren; one foster sister, Mrs. Helen Selly, of Bay City; and one sister-in-law, Mrs. Eva Ford of Sacramento, Calif.

 

Rites were held at 3 p.m. Sunday from the Hall Funeral Home. Elder Stwart Snyder officated and burial was in Dale Cemetery.

 

WAINE E. EDDY (12 APR 1888 – 30 APR 1974)

 

Gladwin County Record --- 1 May 1974

 

WAINE EDDY

 

Waine Eddy, 86, of Tobacco Township, died Tuesday, April 30, following an illness of 3 months. Born at Duck Lake, Calhoun County, April 12, 1888, he was the son of Willis and Elta Cover Eddy. He came to Gladwin County in 1901, from Charlotte, with his parents. Mr. Eddy and the former Alta M. Ford were married in Saginaw November 10, 1915, and she preceded him in death June 15, 1966. He was a farmer until his retirement. Mr. Eddy was a member of the Edenville Seventh Day Adventist Church.

 

Surviving; are 2 daughters, Mrs. Evelyn Crosby and Mrs. Lily Mae Doane, both of Beaverton, a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Frances Eddy of Norwalk, Calif.; 8 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. A son, Harold, died in 1972.

 

Services will be held Friday at 2:00 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home, in Beaverton, with Elder Delmar T. Burke officiating. Burial will be in Dale Cemetery.

 

ANN (ARNETT) ELZAY (11 FEB 1909 - 10 AUG 1998)

 

Ann Elzay, 89, of Beaverton, died Monday, Aug. 10, 1998 at Tender Care Nursing Home in Clare after a short illness. Born Feb. 11, 1909 in Salyersville, Ky., she lived in Gladwin County 65 years and previously lived in Kentucky. Ann married Earl Elzay, March 25, 1934 in Roscommon. He preceded her in death Nov. 12, 1956. She was a homemaker.

   Surviving are two brothers, Sidney Arnett Jr. of Chelsea, and Boyd Arnett of Lowell; one sister, Prude Salyers of Chelsea; one niece, Etta Jean Hughes of Harbor Springs; one grand niece, Carolyn Hughes of Harbor Springs; and one grand nephew, Patrick Hughes of Livonia. She was preceded in death by her parents, three sisters, and five brothers.

   Graveside services were held at 1 p.m. Tuesday with Rev. David Stewart officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Memorial contributions can be made to the Dale United Methodist Church. Arrangements were in charge of Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Gladwin County Record dated 08-12/1998 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

CURT WILLARD ELZAY (7 OCT 1889 - 24 MAY 1961)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO CURT ELZAY

 

   Curt Willard Elzay, 71, of Beaverton, died Wednesday at the Clare General Hospital after a short illness. A retired oil worker, he was born Oct. 7, 1889, in Blufton, Ohio, coming to Gladwin County in 1926. He was married to the former Ottie Malosh in 1950 at Sand Lake.

   Surviving besides his widow, are a daughter, Mrs. Etta Jean Hughes, of Detroit; four step-sons, John and Edward Malosh, of Beaverton, Richard Malosh of Gladwin and Donald Malosh of Flint; two step-daughters, Mrs. Berniece Davis, Manitou Beach, and Mrs. Helen Rise of Lake; three grandchildren and three sisters.

   Funeral services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Beaverton Methodist Church with the Rev. Gordon Showers officiating. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-31/1961 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

EARL N. ELZAY (25 MAY 1883 - 12 NOV 1956)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO EARL ELZAY

 

   Earl N. Elzay, 73, died at his home in Tobacco Township on November 12 after a three months illness. He had been a resident of Gladwin county for 29 years. Mr. Elzay was born in Findley, Ohio on May 25, 1883. In 1934 he was married to the former Ann Arnett in Roscommon. Surviving Mr. Elzay are his wife; one brother, Curtis of Beaverton; and four sisters, Mrs. Eva Sero and Mrs. Grace Park of Detroit, Mrs. Fay Gravitt and Miss Daisy Elzay of Oklahoma.

   Funeral services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home with the Rev. Verne Summers officiating. Burial will be in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-11/1956 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

FANNY MARIE ELZAY (1904 - 1939)

 

OTTIE S. (PERRY) MALOSH - ELZAY (30 AUG 1900 - 23 FEB 1983)

 

Mrs. Ottie S. Elzay, 82, of 503 Lang Rd., Beaverton, died suddenly of a heart attack at her home Wednesday, Feb. 23. Born in Paulding County, Ohio, on August 30, 1900, had spent most of her life in Gladwin County. She was a member of the Beaverton United Methodist Church and the American Legion Auxiliary in Harrison. The former Ottie Perry, she was married to Ralph E Malosh March 5, 1919. He died June 14, 1943. She married Curt Elzay in November 1950 and he preceded her in death May 24, 1961.

   Surviving are 4 sons, John and Edward of Beaverton, Donald of Flint and Richard of Gladwin; 2 daughters, Mrs. Delbert (Berniece) Davis of Harrison and Mrs Alvin (Helen) Rise of Silver Springs, Fla.; 2 brothers, Sheridan of Spokane, Wash, and Jessie of Hazel Park; 2 sisters, Mrs. Vesta Conley of Mexico Beach, Fla., and Mrs. Mae Smith of Bradenton, Fla.; 26 grandchildren and 49 great grandchildren.

   Services were held Monday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Bruce Hatch officiated and burial was in the Beaverton Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-02/1983 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

PEARL ENDICOTT (1928 - 1999)

 

RICHARD JOSEPH ENGLE (31 DEC 1962 - 13 MARCH 1966)

 

YOUNGSTER DROWNS SUNDAY

 

   A three-year-old Gladwin youngster drowned Sunday morning about 11:05 a.m. while playing near the dam on Wiggins Lake. Richard Joseph Engle, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Doyle, of 2674 Parkway, Gladwin, had been throwing stones out onto the ice when he apparently slipped off the bank into about four or five feet of open water, investigating sheriff's officers said.

   He was visiting his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Gaines, caretaker of Chappel Dam, at the time of the mishap. Gaines recovered Richard's body and gave artifical respiration. Two Gladwin firemen, Jack Mawhorter and Henry Ziemer, were summoned with a resusitator, but efforts to revive the youngster failed.

   Richard was born in Wayne on Dec. 31, 1962. He had lived in Gladwin with his parents for three months. Besides his parents and grandparents, he is survived by a brother, Thomas III, at home. Services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Randall Roose officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-16/1966 Column - 2 Page - 1  

 

FLOYD M. ERICKSON (12 AUG 1917 - 22 SEP 1991)

 

Floyd M. Erickson, 74, of 5171 Pleasant Dr., Beaverton, died Sunday, Sept. 22, 1991, in the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Midland, after a long illness. Born in Washington Township, Gratiot County, Aug. 12, 1917, he moved to Gladwin County in 1980 from Mt. Clemens. Mr. Erickson was a welder for Ford Motor Co. in Ithaca, and retired in 1980 after 22 1/2 years. He served in the Navy during World War II and was a member of the Gladwin County VFW Post 7303. Mr. Erickson and the former Vera Brohard were married Oct. 8, 1939, in St. Louis.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one brother, Maynard of Washington State; 2 sisters, Helen Reed of Florida and Mary Johnson of California; 2 half brothers, Marshall Griffin of Flint and Lewis Griffin of Breckenridge; and a half-sister, Connie Olson of California. He was preceded in death by 3 sisters. Rites were held today, Wednesday, at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Pastor Curtis Gordon officiated and burial was in Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-25/1991 Column - 2 Page - 2  

 

VERA M. (BROHARD) ERICKSON (15 MAY 1918 - 15 JULY 1997)

 

Vera M. Erickson, 79, of Midland, died suddenly, Tuesday, July 15, 1997 at her home. Born May 15, 1918 in Elizabeth W. V., she lived in Midland the past three years and previously lived in Beaverton. She was a homemaker in her own home. The former Vera Brohard married Floyd (Melvin) Erickson, Oct. 8, 1939 in St. Louis. He preceded her in death Sept. 22, 1991.

   Surviving are two sisters, Leona and husband Carl Hayes of Midland and Louise Trimble of Orem, Ut.; and several nieces and nephews. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel with Pastor Dan Dickerson officiating. Burial will be in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery, Beaverton.

   Visitation will be 7 to 9 p.m tomorrow (Thursday). Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the donor's favorite charity. Gladwin County Record dated 07-23/1997 Column - 1 Page - 2

 

CEYLON EUPER (9 AUG 1909 - 9 JUNE 1911)

 

DROWNED IN A WELL

 

LITTLE SON OF THERON EUPER OF TOBACCO TOWNSHIP.

 

   Dale, June 15---

   Our neighborhood was greatly shocked Friday afternoon when the report came out that Ceylon, the little son of Mr. and Mrs. Theron Euper had drowned in the well. He had been gone from the house but a short time when he was missed, and a search was begun, when they found him in the well. He had lifted the middle board to the cover and let it slide in the well and it is though that he went in with the board.

   Dr. Sturge was called and did all that could be done, to restore life without avail. He was 1 year and 10 months old. Mrs. Euper's health is in a very delicate condition, having an infant daughter only two weeks old.

   The funeral was held at the hall Sunday at 1 o'clock. Rev. Johnson officiating. Interment in Dale cemetery. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of the entire community. Gladwin County Record dated 06-22/1911 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

GLADYS EUPER (1903 - 1904) - Located inside a Big Tree.

 

CORA LOUISE (INGALLS) FASSETT - EVANSON (31 JULY 1905 - OCT 1984)

 

Cora Louise Evanson, 79, of Beaverton, died Sunday, Oct. 21, in Phoniex, Ariz. Born in Minto, N.D. on July 31, 1905, she had lived in Gladwin County 30 years. The former Cora Ingalls, she was married to Sherman Fassett Sept. 16, 1924, in Glasgow, Mont. He preceded her in death Jan. 15, 1956. She then married Oscar Evanson on Jan. 16, 1965 and he died Sept. 19, 1977.

   Surviving are 6 sons, Kenneth of Coleman, Richard and David of Gladwin, Gordon of Midland, Robert and Sherman of Beaverton; 6 daughters, Mrs. Paul (Betty) Mishler, Mrs. Larry (Laveta) Anderson and Mrs. Delwin (Mary Lou) Voller of Apache Junction, Ariz.; Mrs. Duaine (Irene) Dennett of Wichita, Kan., Mrs. Raymond (Nancy) McClain of Pea Ridge, Ark. and Mrs. Leonard (Janice) Govitz of Beaverton; one sister, Mrs. Ollie Pointer of Nashua, Minn.; 38 grandchildren; and 21 great grandchildren. A daughter, Kathleen Fassett, preceded her in death May 7, 1955.

   A memorial service will be held at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren Friday at 2 p.m. A private burial service will be held later at the Dale Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Church of the Brethren. Gladwin County Record dated 10-24/1984 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

F'S

 

CHLOE A. (BERGMAN) FAIRCHILD (16 MAY 1882 - 1 JAN 1941)

 

MRS. CLAUD FAIRCHILD DIES IN DETROIT

 

   Mrs. Claud Fairchild died at her home in Detroit New Year's Day. Services were held at her home there Friday morning and here at Dale Methodist Saturday afternoon and burial was made in the Dale cemetery. Rev. Harold Hodgson of the Methodist church officiated. Chloe Bergman was born May 16, 1882, in Ohio.

   Surviving besides her husband are four sons, Floyd, Clare, Ward and Dick, all of Detroit; two daughters, Maxine at home an Mildred Krieger of Prudenville; two sisters, Laura Quelet and Nora Mishlers of here, two brothers Lawrence and Ralph Bergman, also of Beaverton; two uncles, Eber Bergman, of Helena, Ohio; Harvey Thomas of Upper Sandusky, Ohio. Gladwin County Record dated 01-15/1941 Column - 6 Page - 4

 

CLAUDE D. FAIRCHILD (4 OCT 1878 - 13 MAY 1971)

 

Claud D. Fairchild, 92, of 926 Dale Road, Tobacco Township, died Thursday, May 13, at the Clare Hospital, following an extended illness. Born in Lyons, Ohio, October 4, 1878, Mr. Fairchild came to Gladwin County with his parents in 1884. He lived here most of his life except for 21 years in Detroit. He owned and operated the Dale Store for many years, and served as justice of the peace and in other township offices. Mr. Fairchild was a charter member of the Dale United Methodist Church. He was married in Detroit in November 1941 to the former Ida French.

   Surviving are his wife, Ida; two sons, Clare of Detroit, and Richard of Walled Lake; two daughters, Mrs. Mildred Kreger of Prudenville, and Mrs. Maxine Glass of Sima, Calif,; a step-daughter, Mrs. Esther Broka of Beaverton; 10 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. Two sons, Floyd and Ward, are deceased.

   Services were held Saturday at 2:00 p.m. at the Dale United Methodist Church with teh Rev. Zina Bennett officiating. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton, was in charge of the services. Gladwin County Record dated 05-19/1971 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

CORA FAIRCHILD (1868 - 1937)

 

DANIEL WEBSTER FAIRCHILD (1852 - 08 FEB 1935)

 

FAIRCHILD RESIDENCE AT DALE DESTROYED BY FIRE

  

   The home of D. W. Fairchild at Dundas Corners was completely destroyed by fire Thursday noon. Sparks from the chimney caught in the roof and before it was discovered the second story was all on fire. Some things were saved. No insurance. The Fairchilds are staying temporary at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Brown. Gladwin County Record dated 03-06/1935 Column - 4 Page - 4

 

   Daniel Fairchild passed away at his home at Dundas corners Friday. Mr. Fairchild has been a resident of Gladwin County 50 years. Funeral at the Dale church Sunday at 2 o'clock with burial at the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-13/1935 Column - 4 Page - 4

 

DAVID SHERMAN FAIRCHILD (8 JAN 1844 - 8 JULY 1916)

 

   David Sherman Fairchild, former resident of Beaverton died at his home at Charlevoix, July 8. Comrade David Sherman Fairchild was born at Greenfield Center, Huron county, Ohio, Jan. 8, 1844. He enlisted in the Civil war, in Co. K., Thirty-eight, Ohio Volunteer Infantry, Sept. 10, 1861, at the age of 17 years and 8 months, and was honorably discharged May 9, 1862, by reason of a surgeon's certificate of disability. Prompted by patriotism and devotion to his country he re-enlisted in 1863 and served his county as a faithful soldier until the close of the war, having given his services and offered his life to his country for two years and eight months.

   He was a member of athe Baxter G.A.R. post at Lyons, Ohio, until 1884, and after coming to Gladwin he joined Noble post G.A.R. There Comrade Fairchild was a long sufferer from rheumatism caused by exposure while in the service. He went with his family to Charlevoix several years ago and made his home there until July 8 when he answered the last roll call, at the age of 72 years, six months. He was brought to Beaverton for burial at his former home. Gladwin County Record dated 07-13/1916 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

DOROTHY (PARRISH) FAIRCHILD (1910 - 1985)

 

EILEEN FAIRCHILD (1900 - 1980)

 

ELLIS FAIRCHILD (8 JAN 1844 - 8 JULY 1916)

 

EZRA NOBLE FAIRCHILD (3 APRIL 1850 - 23 FEB 1927)

 

Ezra Noble Fairchild was born April 3, 1850, at Sharon Center, Medina county, Ohio, and departed this life February 23, 1927, at 8 a.m., at the age of 76 years and 11 months. He was one of a family of 10 children, seven having preceded him to the better land. March 14, 1875, he was married to Miss Phila Gillis, who survives him. To them were born three children, the eldest having died at the age of three months. The other two are Claude Fairchild of Redford, Michigan, and Mrs. Bert H. Harper of Washington, D.C. In 1884 he moved to Tobacco township, Gladwin county, Michigan, being one of the pioneers of that township. He moved to Beaverton in 1908 where he has since made his home. His health having failed he went to Redford in November to stay with his son, where he died very suddenly of heart failure.

   Besides his widow, son and daughter, he leaves to mourn two brothers, Marshall of Mt. Vernon, Ohio, and Daniel of Beaverton, six grandchildren, two great grand children, a number of nephews and neices and a host of friends. He was a highly respected citizen. The body was brought to Beaverton from Detroit, Friday and the funeral services were held Saturday morning from the Methodist church. Rev. A. J. Preston officiating. Burial in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-03/1927 Column - 3 Page - 4

 

EUGENE FAIRCHILD (1869 - 1941)

 

IDA FAIRCHILD (FEB 1890 - 17 DEC 1974)

 

DELAYED NEWS

 

   Our community was saddened by the passing of Mrs. Ida Fairchild last week. She was the mother of Mrs. Esther Broka and aunt of Leonard and Jim French. Memorial services were Sunday, Dec. 29 at 2 p.m. at the Dale Methodist Church. Our sympathy and prayers for her family. She will be greatly missed. Gladwin County Record dated 01-01/1975 Column - 5 Page - 8  

 

LILLIAN (SORGE) FAIRCHILD (1902 - NOV 1920) {Headstone & Obituary Book don’t match}

 

MRS. FLOYD FAIRCHILD

 

   Particularly sad to the people of Dale is the death of Lillian, only child of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Sorge, and wife of Floyd Fairchild. Her childhood was lived mostly in this community where she had endeared herself to all.

   Hard to give up our loved ones to the grim reaper in any case, it is peculiarly so when that one is sweet and fair and in the springtime of life. Lillian graduated from Beaverton high school with the class of "twenty" and became a bride in June. It seemed that she had much to live for. She was a member of Dale M.E. church where she will be greatly missed. She was also a "Gleaner" and the members of Dale Arbor deplore their loss. The funeral was largely attended and the deepest sympathy was expressed by all for the grief stricken parents and husband. Gladwin County Record dated 11-18/1920 Column - 5 Page - 5

 

MARTHA FAIRCHILD (? - ?)

 

PHILLA A. FAIRCHILD (27 AUG 1856 - 24 FEB 1946)

 

HOLD SERVICES FOR MRS. FAIRCHILD

 

   Mrs. Philla Gills Fairchild, 89, died at the home of her son, Claude, of Tobacco township, on Sunday, February 24. Funeral services were held on Wednesday afternoon at the Dale Methodist church, at 2 o'clock, with burial in the Dale cemetery. The Rev. Donal Sailor officiated.

   Mrs. Fairchild was born in Fulton County, Ohio, on August 27, 1856. She was married there to Mr. Fairchild i 1875, moving to Tobacco township shortly after, they engaged in farming. In 1907 they retired from farming and moved to Beaverton, later they moved to Detroit, where Mr. Fairchild died in 1925. Until the last two years Mrs. Fairchild had been making her home with her daughter, Mrs. Myrtle Harper, of Arlington, Virginia. Two years ago she returned to Tobacco township to live with her son. Mrs. Fairchild was an active member of the Presbyterian Women's Society in Beaverton for a number of years. Surviving besides her son and daughter are six grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and a great-great grandchild. Gladwin County Record dated 02-27/1946 Column - 1 Page - 1

 

DONALD LYLE FARROW, SR (13 APRIL 1929 - 18 FEB 2000)

 

Donald L. Farrow Sr., 70, of Lake, died suddenly Friday, Feb. 18, 2000 at home. Born April 13, 1929 in Gladwin, he was a lifetime resident of Clare County. Donald married Grace Blades, March 23, 1957 in Beaverton. He was a mechanic for McClure Brothers in Clare, retiring in 1982 after 36 years. He was a member of the Lake Eagles Aerie 3761.

   Besides his wife he is survived by the following children, Vickie and David Wheeler and Sheri Renas, all of Gladwin, Judy and Michael Janice of Beaverton, Candi and Dennis Kellsey of Weidman, Donald L. Farrow Jr. of Farwell, Roger Farrow, Eugene and Lisa Farrow of Lake, Linda Priest of Gladwin, Sue Bard of Jackson, Timothy and Loretta Farrow of Hope, Michael Farrow of Gladwin; stepchildren, Shirley and William Beemer of Farwell, Alan and Muriel Armstrong of Stem, N.C.; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; three sisters, Margaret Krahner, and Lila Mae Mielke, both of Gladwin, and Louella Easlick of Farwell; and several nieces and nephews.

   He was preceded in death by one daughters, Patti Jo Farrow in 1964; two sons, Terry in 1972 and Thomas in 1974; one brother, Elmer Farrow; and one sister, Lois Ann Crozier. Services were held at 1 p.m. Monday at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapter, with Rev. Mark Moore officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 02-23/2000 Column - 1 Page - 2

 

GRACE (BLADES) FARROW (1930 - ?)

 

PATTY JO FARROW (28 AUG 1964 - 13 NOV 1964)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR INFANT

 

   Services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home for Patty Jo Farrow, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Farrow, of Beaverton Township, who died at her home Friday after a short illness.

   Born on August 28, 1964, she is survived by her parents, eight brothers and sisters, Vickie, Sheri, Judy, Candi, Donald Jr., Tommie, Roger and Clint, all at home; and seven half brothers and sisters, Shirley and Allen both at home, and Linda, Terry, Sue, Tim and Mike.

   The Rev. F. E. Voller officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-18/1964 Column - 3 Page - 8

 

THOMAS M. FARROW (21 OCT 1961 - 29 JUNE 1974)

 

Thomas M. Farrow, 12, of 10919 Beaverton Rd., Arthur Township, lost his life Saturday, June 29, in a farm tractor accident. Born in Beaverton October 21, 1961, he was the son of Don and Velma Farrow. He was a student in the sixth grad of the Clare Elementary Schools.

   Surviving are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Don Farrow; 7 sisters, Shirley, Vickie, Sheri, Candi, and Judy, at home, Linda and Sue of Beaverton; 6 brothers, Allen, Donald Jr., Roger, and Clint, at home, Tim and Mike of Gladwin. Services were held Tuesday at 2:00 p.m., at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel with the Rev. Mark Moore officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-03/1974 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

BABY FASSETT (17 FEB 1960 - d: 17 FEB 1960) {Baby Son of: Mr. Mrs. Sherman Fassett}

 

KATHLEEN "KATHY" FASSETT (3 MAY 1945 - 7 MAY 1955)

 

10-YEAR OLD GIRL'S RITES ARE HELD

 

   Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock for Kathleen J. Fassett, 10-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Fassett of Beaverton. Kathleen passed away in the Midland Hospital following a day and a half of illness. Services were held at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren with the pastor, Rev. Ernest Jehnsen, officiating and interment was made in the Dale cemetery.

   Kathleen was born May 3, 1945 at Beaverton, and for the past several years has been attending the school for the deaf in Flint. Her survivors include her parents; six brothers, Kenneth of Dearborn, Richard, Sherman, Gordon, Robert, David, all at home; six sisters, Mrs. Paul Mishler Jr., and Mrs. Larry Anderson of Beaverton, Mrs Raymond McClain of Wichita, Kans., and Janie, Irene and Mary Lou at home. Gladwin County Record dated 05-09/1955 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

KENNETH A. FASSETT (5 JULY 1925 - 4 MAY 1990)

 

Kenneth A. Fassett, 64, of 3097 Curtis Rd., Coleman, died Friday, May 4, 1990, in the Saginaw General Hospital, Saginaw, after a short illness. Born in Detroit, July 5, 1925, he moved to the Beaverton and Coleman area in 1946. Mr. Fassett was a semi-retired as traffic manager for Robinson Industries. He was a private in the Marine Corps during World War II and was a member of the Beaverton Baptist Church. Mr. Fassett and the former Sandra Staley were married Sept. 19, 1974, in Las Vegas, Nev.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 5 daughters, Penny Cobb and Dawn Gruebner of Beaverton, Kim Strohkirch of Standish, Shannon Fassett of Butte, Mont. and Dionne Fassett of Coleman; one son, Damion of Houston, Texas; 5 brothers, Richard and David of Beaverton and Gordon of Mildand; 6 sisters, Betty Mishler and Janice Govitz of Beaverton, LaVetta Anderson, Irene Dinnett and Mary Lou Voller of Apache Junction, Ariz.; and Nancy McClain of Pearidge, Arl.; and 8 grandchildren. A sisters, Kathy Fassett preceded him in death in 1955.

   Services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Beaverton Baptist Church. Pastor Brian Wright officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the debt retirement at the church. Gladwin County Record dated 05-09/1990 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

NEIL SHERMAN FASSETT (30 NOV 1964 - 19 NOV 1999)

 

Neil S. Fassett, 34, of Beaverton , died due to an automobile accident in Gladwin. Born Nov. 30, 1964 in West Branch, he was a lifetime resident of Beaverton. He graduated from Beaverton High School in 1983. Neil marrid Beth (Calhoun), Aug. 24, 1995 in Gladwin. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, 1984-1986, and served in the National Guard during Desert Storm. He was a product manager for Packaging Direct in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife he is survived by two daughters, Kasey Fassett of Flint, and Laura Fassett of Beaverton; one step-daughter, Tara Adams of Beaverton; his parents, Sherman and Joanne Fassett of Beaverton; one sister, Lynn Branch of Gaylord; and his granmother, Lula Belle Walters of Gladwin.

   Services were held at 2 p.m. Monday at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel with Robert Schnepp officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Twp. (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Memorial contributions may be made to the Fassett Children Trust Fund. Gladwin County Record dated 11-24/1999 Column - 1 Page - 2

 

SANDRA (STALEY) FASSETT (1925 - ?)

 

SHARON S. (STALEY) FASSETT (23 SEP 1941 - 23 JAN 1982)

 

Mrs. Sharon S Fassett, 40, of 301 Cayuga St., Gladwin, died Saturday, Jan. 23, in the Gladwin Area Hospital following a long illness. Born in Midland County on September 23, 1941, she had spent most of her life in Gladwin County. She was a 1959 graduate of Beaverton High School and received a B.S. degree in mathematics from Central Michigan University in 1963. She taught at Gladwin High School for 6 years and retired from Beaverton High School after 6 years due to health. Mrs. Fassett was a member of the Round Lake Baptist Church and was past treasurer of the Visually Impaired Persons Club.

   The former Sharon Staley, she was married to David (Buck) Fassett November 10, 1963, in Beaverton. Besides her husband, she is survived by her mother, Mrs. Ardis Staley of Gladwin; and one brother, Dirk of Flushing. Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Robert Brown officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 01-27/1982 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

SHERMAN S. FASSETT (4 MAY 1905 - 15 JAN 1956)

 

DIES SUDDENLY OF HEART ATTACK

 

   Funeral services were held today (Wednesday) for Sherman Fassett, 51, of Tobacco township, who died suddenly Sunday morning from a heart attack. Services were conducted at 2:30 p.m. at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren with the pastor, the Rev. Earl Atkinson officiating, and interment was made in the Dale cemetery. The son of Smith and Irene (Ford) Fassett, he was born May 4, 1905, at Barton, North Dakota. On September 24, 1924 he was married to the former Miss Cora Ingalls at Glasgow, Montana.

   Mr. and Mrs. Fassett and family moved from Ypsilanti in 1945 and have resided at their farm, three miles east of Beaverton, since that time. He was employed at the Dow Chemical Company in Midland. Surviving are his wife, Cora; six daughters, Mrs. Paul Mishler, Jr. and Mrs. Larry Anderson of Beaverton, Mrs. Raymond McClain of Gladwin, Janice, Irene and Mary Lou at home; six sons, Kenneth of Dearborn, Sherman in Japan, Richard, Gordon, Robert and David at home; 10 grandchildren; his mother, Mrs. Smith Fassett, of Detroit, five brothers, Truman of Gladwin, Cecil of California, Robert, Ernest and Albert of Detroit; four sisters, Mrs. Irene Davis of Detroit, Mrs. Louise Wade of Mount Morris, Ill., Mrs. Eva McLaughlin of Dearborn and Mrs. Fay Treasczkinski of Detroit. Gladwin County Record dated 01-18/1956 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

FINLEY FERGUSON (ABT. 1844 - 20 AUG 1917)

 

DALE

 

   Dale, Aug. 20.---The sudden death of Finley Ferguson was a shock to the neighborhood. He was supposed to have been overcome by the heat. The I.O.O.F. took charge of the funeral. Interment in Dale cemetery. He leaves three children and one sister, Mrs. Andrew Snyder, to mourn his loss. Gladwin County Record 08-23/1917 Column - 2 Page - 8

 

HATTIE C. FERGUSON (1886 - 1977)

 

LENDON K. FERGUSON (1884 - 1958)

 

LETITIA (DOW) SCOTT - FERGUSON (12 JAN 1846 - 26 JAN 1915) - Aged 70 yrs & 14 days

 

Mrs. Letitia Ferguson died Jan. 26, at her home in Tobacco township. She was born in Ireland Jan. 12, 1846, and was aged 69 years and 14 days. In 1863 she was married to David Scott and in 1864 came to New York. They moved to Gladwin county in 1878. Mr. Scott died in 1910.

   She was the mother of six children; three sons Will, James, and Norman Scott; three daughters, Mrs. Lida Lince, Mrs. Hattie Fairchild and Miss Maude Scott., who died in 1900. She was married to Finley Ferguson Feb. 7, 1912.

   Services were held at the residence Jan. 28 at 2 p.m. conducted by Rev. Tiffany of Beaverton assisted by the Beaverton choir. Interment in Dale cemetery. The floral offerings were many and beautiful. Gladwin County Record dated 02-04/1915 Column - 5 Page - 4

 

FRANK E. FESSEL (13 FEB 1888 - 23 JULY 1957)

 

BEAVERTON TOWNSHIP MAN DIES AT HOME

 

   Frank E. Fessell, 69, of Beaverton townshiip, died at his home on Tuesday, July 23. A Gladwin county farmer for 22 years. Mr. Fessel was born in West Salem, Illinois, on February 13, 1888. He was married to the former Miss Helen Brown on August 9, 1927, at Metamora.

   Survivors include his wife, Helen; one son, Earl, and one daughter, Mrs. Oral Arndt, both of Seattle, Wash.; one brother, Gilbert, of East St. Louis, Ill.; five sisters, Mrs. Charles Higgins of West Salem, Ill., Mrs. Alvin Hinderliter and Mrs. Ralph Siebert, of Lancaster, Ill., Mrs. Grace Kingsbury of Round Lake, Ill., and Mrs. Rolla Strohm of St. Petersburg, Fla.

   Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 26, at 2:00 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Verne Summers will officiate and burial will be in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-24/1957 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

HELEN B. (BROWN) FESSEL (5 APRIL 1894 - 29 SEP 1972)

 

Mrs. Helen B. Fessel, 78, of St. Petersburg, Fla., died Friday, September 29, in Florida, after a long illness. Mrs. Fessel was born in Detroit April 5, 1894, and had been a resident of Beaverton Township before moving to Florida 15 years ago. Her husband, Frank, died July 23, 1957. Surviving is a sister, Miss Gertrude Brown of Detroit.

   Graveside services were held Tuesday at 3:00 p.m. in the Dale Cemetery with the Rev. Warren Holcomb officiating. Hall Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 10-04/1972 Column - 1 Page - 2

 

IRA FIKE (12 MARCH 1877 - 09 FEB 1947)

 

SERVICES TODAY FOR IRA FIKE

 

   Ira Fike, 70, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Roy Bender in Saginaw, on Sunday, February 9. Funeral services will be held this afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren, with burial in the Dale cemetery. Rev. E. S. Hollinger will officiate.

   Mr. Fike was born in West Virginia on March 12, 1877. He and his wife made their home on a farm just south of Beaverton for about 37 years. Surviving are his wife, Laura; also several sons and daughters. Gladwin County Record dated 02-12/1947 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

IRA FIKE BURIED IN DALE CEMETERY

 

   Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, February 12, by Rev. E. S. Hollinger, for Ira Fike, who died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Roy Bender in Saginaw, Sunday, February 9. Burial was made the Dale Cemetery. Mr. Fike was born March 12, 1877, in West Virginia and moved to Michigan with his parents when he was 12 years old. He married Miss Laura Castle and in 1910 they moved near Beaverton on a farm in Beaverton township, and made their home here until April 1946, when they moved to Saginaw.

   Surviving besides the widow are two sons, Elmer and Clarence both of Saginaw; three daughters, Mrs. Jessie Bender, Mrs. Ida Shoup and Mrs. Myrtle Williams, all of Saginaw. There was also a foster daughter, Miss Coleen Roback, who has lived with the Fikes since she was two days old. There are three brothers, Job and Jasper of Blissfield, and William of Coleman; one sister, Mrs. Lorenca Stuart of Blissfield; also seven grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 02-19/1947 Column - 1 Page - 2

  

LAURA E. (CASTLE) FIKE (10 APRIL 1890 - 24 JAN 1968)

 

FORMER BEAVERTON RESIDENT DIES

 

   Mrs. Laura E. Fike, 77, of Saginaw and formerly of Beaverton, died early this morning, Wednesday, in St. Mary's Hospital, Saginaw. Born on April 10, 1890, in Sidney, Ohio, she lived in Beaverton several years before moving to Saginaw County in 1946. The former Laura Castle, she was married to Ira Fike, who preceded her in death. Mrs. Fike was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren.

   Surviving are four daughters, Mrs. Myrtle Williams, of Grand Rapids, Mrs. Jessie Bender, Mrs. Ida Shoup and Mrs. Colleen Cech, all of Saginaw; two sons, Joseph and Clarence, of Saginaw; 19 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. Rites will be held Friday at 12 noon from the Case Chapel, Saginaw. The Rev. Wesley Wibley will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 01-24/1968 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

JOHN C. FINUCANE (21 DEC 1949 - 16 JULY 1978)

 

John C. Finucane, 28, of 68 S. Oceana Dr., Shelby died Sunday, July 16, of injuries received when he was struck by a car. Born in Gladwin on December 21, 1949, he moved to Shelby three years ago from Beaverton. Mr. Finucane was employed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture in the A.S.C.S. office in Shelby. He was married to Janice Carie on July 13, 1973, in Escanaba.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 sons, Mathew, Jamie and Johnnie at home; two daughters, Anna and Amy at home; his mother, Mrs. Laura Jane Finucane of Beaverton; and 2 sisters, Mrs. Joy Hane of Clare and Mrs. Jean Sprague of Midland.

   Services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Dale United Methodist Church. The Rev. Vernon Wyllys officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 07-19/1978 Column - 7 Page - 2  

 

JOHN EDWARD FINUCANE (24 DEC 1913 - 24 MAY 1975)

 

John Edward Finucane, 61, of 2949 Dale Rd., Beaverton, died suddenly at Midland Hospital Saturday, May 24. A World War II army veteran, he was born Decmeber 24, 1913, in Lakeview and had been a resident of Gladwin County since 1937. Mr. Finucane and the former Laura Jane Paxton were married in Indiana November 5, 1937. he was employed by the U.S. Soil Conservation Service in Gladwin until his retirement.

   Surviving are his wife, Laura Jane; 2 daughters, Mrs. George (Joy) Hane of Clare, and Mrs. Donald (Jean) Sprague of Midland; a son, John of Beaverton; 4 sisters, Mrs. Katherine Johnson of Gowen, Mrs. Neil Stewart, Mrs. Amelia Stewart and Mrs. Julia Stewart, all of Lakeview. Services were held Monday at 2:00 p.m. at Dale United Methodist Church with the Rev. Zina Bennett officiating and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-28/1975 Column - 8 Page - 2

 

LAURA JANE (PAXTON) FINUCANE (6 FEB 1921 - ?)

 

DAVID JOSEPH FISHER (? -  23 MARCH 1981)

 

DAVID W. FISHER (1908 - 1998)

 

DONNA E. (HARTLEY) FISHER (20 MAY 1928 - 10 OCT 2002)

 

Donna E. Fisher , age 74, of Beaverton, Michigan died October 10, 2002 at home after a long illness. She was born May 20, 1928 to Clifford and Marie Hartley in Saginaw. She was a homemaker who lived in Gladwin County since 1970, having previously lived in Kawkawlin. Donna married Roy F. Fisher on September 23, 1970 in Bay City.

   Surviving her are her husband, Roy, of Beaverton; two sons, Leroy (Nanette) Hill of Linwood, and John Hill of Bay City; three step daughters, Sandy (Vince) Young of Lake, Brenda (Butch) Barber of Midland, and Sally Thompson of West Branch; one step son, Roy D. Fisher of Beaverton; two sister, Betty Salois of Bay City and Colleen Edwards of Mt. Morris; two brothers, Robert Hartley of Midland County and Ronald Hartley of Bay County; a step brother, Robert Morrill of Gladwin; and a step sister, Betty Trace of Mt. Morris.

She was predeceased by her daughter Sandra Hill.

   Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 15, 2002 at Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton. Pastor Brad Withrow officiated. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Helping Hands. Gladwin County Record dated 10-16/2002 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

ROY F. FISHER (1927 - ?)

 

VIOLET R. FISHER (1912 - 1997)

 

BETTY J. FITZGERALD (7 JUNE 1929 - ?)

 

JAMES JOSEPH FITZGERALD (6 AUG 1947 - 30 APRIL 1998)

 

JAMES JOSEPH FITZGERALD (1 FEB 1928 - 21 SEP 1997)

 

James J. Fitzgerald, 69, of Rhodes, died Sunday, Sept. 21, 1997 at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center - Midland following a long illness. Born Feb. 1, 1928 in Detroit, James lived in Rhodes since 1971 and previously lived in Midland. He married Betty Burr March 20, 1947 in Oil City. James was employed as a boilermaker by local 169 in Detroit and he retired in 1974, he was also a member of Radio Control Modelers in Gladwin.

   Survivors include his wife; three sons, James J. and wife Susan of Rhodes, John L. and wife Kathy of Midland, and Mark A. and wife Cathi of Rhodes; two daughters, Connie of Midland, and Debbie and husband Randy Yost of Shepherd; 16 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held today (Wednesday) at 11 a.m at the Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton and burial will be in the Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 09-24/1997 Column - 2 Page - 2

 

N. FLOCK (1823 - ?)

 

GARY W. FLOCK (1 JULY 1943 - 30 OCT 1966) 

 

VIETNAM VET DIES IN AUTO

 

   SP/4 Gary Flock, of the U.S. Army, was killed in an autonmobile accident near Colorado Springs, Colo., Sunday, Oct. 30. The 23-year-old soldier is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Flock, of Beaverton. SP. Flock had spent a year in Viet Nam and only recently returned to this country and was stationed at Ft. Carson, near Colorado Springs. A 1962 graduate of the Beaverton High School, he had enlisted in the military service on March, 1965.

   Services will be held at the Dale Methodist Church Saturday at 2:00 p.m. Burial will be in the Dale Cemetery with full military rites. Friends may call at the Hall Funeral Home from Friday morning until 11:00 a.m. Saturday forenoon. Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Flock; a brother, Walter David, also in service, in Korea; a sister, Mrs. Rae Rhodes of Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 11-02/1966 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

GENEVIEVE (NOBBS) FLOCK (1924 - ?)

 

JOHN H. "JACK" FLOCK (5 DEC 1919 - 9 AUG 1987)

 

John H. (Jack) Flock, 67, of 144 W. Brown St., Beaverton, died Sunday, Aug. 9, in the Gladwin Area Hospital after a long illness. Born in Beaverton Dec. 5, 1919, he had spent his lifetime there. Mr. Flock retired in 1983 after 25 years as a welder for Lyle Development. He served in the Army during World War II. Mr. Flock and the former Genevieve Nobbs were married Dec. 12, 1942, in Hattesburg, Miss.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, David of Sanford; one daughter, Mrs. Roy (Rea) Rhodes of Hudson, Fla.; a sister, Betty Inman of Midland; and 3 grandchildren. A son, Gary preceded him in death Oct. 31, 1966.

   Services were held Thursday at 1 p.m from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Harold Speer officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-12/1987 Column - 2 Page - 2  

 

JOHN P. FLOCK (7 JUNE 1876 - 25 APRIL 1955)

 

SERVICES FOR JOHN FLOCK TODAY

 

   John P. Flock, 79, well known and long time resident of Gladwin County, passed away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Bert Inman, in Beaverton Monday morning, April 25, following a long illness. The son of Mr. and Mrs. William Flock, he was born June 7, 1876 at Wyandotte, Michigan. Aside from 13 years spent in Nebraska, he has spent the rest of his life in Michigan, the past more than 50 years in Gladwin County. On May 17, 1908, he was married to the former Miss Rosetta Coolidge, who preceded him in death February 28, 1953. In 1946 because of failing health the Flocks moved to Beaverton.

   His survivors include four daughters, Mrs. Ray (Gladys) Painter of Royal Oak, Mrs. Frank (Helen) Florentz of Dearborn, Mrs. Samuel (Eva) Bardwell of Sanford and Mrs. Bert (Betty) Inman of Beaverton; and one son, John H. Flock of Beaverton; eight grandchildren and one great grandchild.

   Funeral services were conducted today (Wednesday) at 2:00 p.m. at the Dale Methodist Church, with the Rev. Larry Grubaugh officiating. Interment was made in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-27/1955 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

JOSEPH HENRY FORD (11 JUNE 1861 - 22 MARCH 1937)

 

Services were held at the Ross-Hall funeral home for Joseph Henry Ford conducted by E. Hill of Saginaw. Burial was at Dale cemetery. Pall bearers were Frank Johnson, John Flach, Rawleigh Wilson, George Huber, Dewey Stenger and Harrison Bugbee.

   Born June 11, 1861, at Lambertville, Monroe county, Michigan, he died March 22, 1937, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Wayne Eddy of Tobacco township. He married Miss Lily Mae Fobare of Erie in 1885. In 1889 he moved to West Branch. He worked for years for the Michigan Central and Hocking Valley railroads. While working for the latter he received a medal for saving a passenger train wreck when he found a broken rail.

   He is survived by his two daughters and one son, Myrtle Poppas of Fond du Lac, Wis., Lee Ford of Nestor, Calif., and Mrs. Wayne Eddy of Beaverton; one sister, Mrs. Ida Parliament of Toledo, Ohio; six grandchildren, Evelyn, Harold and Lily Mae Eddy of Beaverton and Eileen, Buddy and Lee Ford of Nestor, Calif. Gladwin County Record dated 04-14/1937 Column - 4 Page - 1 

 

CECELIA MARY (DZIADOSZ) FOSTER (4 FEB 1905 - 1 FEB 1962)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR CECELIA M. FOSTER

 

   Mrs Cecelia M. Foster, 57, of Beaverton, died Thursday at the Midland Hospital following a long illness. Born in Salem, Mass., on Feb. 4, 1905, the former Cecelia M. Dziadosz was married to James Foster on Feb. 2, 1924 at Smith's Crossing in Midland County.

   Surviving are her husband, James; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Dziadosz, of Midland, three sons, Frank and Willard, of Beaverton and Warren, at home; five daughters, Mrs. Genevieve Grant and Mrs. Aileen Whitman, of Beaverton, Mrs. Lorraine Bastow, of Detroit, and Miss Eunice and Marilyn Foster, at home; and five brothers, Michael, Edward, John, Joseph, and Adam, of Midland, and 13 grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Miner Chapel with the Rev. Gordon Showers officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-07/1962 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

CHARLES F. FOSTER (26 FEB 1907 - 5 DEC 1988)

 

Charles F. Foster, 81, of 3219 W. Lang Rd., Beaverton, died Monday, Dec. 5, in the Saginaw V.A. Medical Center after a short illness. Born in Ellsworth, Feb. 26, 1907, he came to Gladwin County in 1977. Mr. Foster was a retired repairman for food processing in the canning factory in New Era. He served in the Army during World War II. Mr. Foster and the former Florence Pendleton were married May 5, 1977, in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Norman of Grand Blanc and Merle of Flint; one daughter, Mrs. Ida O'Donnell of Flushing; a step-son, Elwin Pendelton of LeClaire, Iowa; and a step-daughter, Mrs. Dorothy Pidcock of Linwood. Services were held today, Wednesday, at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Elder Donn Pendleton officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-07/1988 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

FLORENCE (HOWE) PENDLETON - FOSTER (10 JAN 1902 - 15 NOV 1989)

 

Mrs. Florence Pendleton Foster, 87, of 3219 W. Lang Rd., Beaverton, died Wednesday, Nov. 15, 1989, in the Gladwin Area Hospital after a short illness. Born in Coleman, Jan. 10, 1902, she had spent her lifetime in the area. She was a member of the Gladwin R.L.D.S. Church. The former Florence Howe, she was married to Alvin Pendleton, April 10, 1920. He died Feb. 14, 1974. She then married Charles Foster, May 5, 1977, in Beaverton. He preceded her in death Dec. 5, 1988.

   Surviving are one son, Elwin Pendleton of LeClaire, Iowa; one daughter, Mrs. C. S. (Dorothy) Pidcock of Linwood; 2 step-sons, Norman Foster of Grand Blanc and Merle Foster of Flint; a step-daughter, Mrs. Ida O'Donnell of Flushing; one brother, Paul Howe of Houghton Lake; 4 sisters, Mildred Jordan, Helen Cambridge, Verna Williams and Vera Brandt of Houghton Lake; 3 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. A daughter, Helen Mallo, preceded her in death May 25, 1982.

   Rites were held Saturday, Nov. 18, at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Elder Donn Pendleton officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-29/1989 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

GAIL R. FOSTER (4 APRIL 1905 - 19 DEC 1989)

 

Gail R. Foster, 84, of 4775 N. Eastman Rd., Midland, died Tuesday, Dec. 19, 1989, in the MidMichigan Regional Medical Center, after a long illness. Born in Temple, April 4, 1905, he lived in Beaverton for 21 years until moving to Midland in September. Mr. Foster was a supervisor for Dow Chemical Co. in the pipe shop until retiring in May 1968 after 35 years. He was a member of the Torrence, Calif. Masonis Lodge. Mr. Foster was a musician and played in bands in Midland, Gladwin and Roscommon counties for many years. He was also an avid hunter and firsherman.

   Mr. Foster and the former Louisa Thorton were married July 8, 1925, in Midland. Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, George of Hope and Richard of Sanford; one daughter, Mrs. Robert (Carole) Towner of St. Helen; a brother, Eugene of Midland; a sister, Ethel Smith of Midland; 10 grandchildren; and 17 great grandchildren. A son, Robert, preceded him in death. Rites will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Burial will be in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-20/1989 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

JAMES HARRY FOSTER (22 JUNE 1899 - 11 MAY 1971)

 

James H. Foster, 71, of 9278 Townline Lake Road, Harrison, died Tuesday, May 11, at Saginaw St. Mary's Hospital, following an illness of several years. Born June 22, 1899, in Monticello, Ind., he had lived in Beaverton 20 years, where he operated a welding shop, prior to moving to the Harrison area five years ago. Mr. Foster was married to Mrs Ethel Purcell Oct. 15, 1965, in Gladwin. He was a life member of the Beaverton Masonic Lodge.

   Surviving are his wife, Ethel; four sons, Frank of Beaverton, James of Ohio, Willard of Edenville, and Warren of Midland; five daughters, Mrs. Genevieve Grant and Mrs. Aileen Whitman, both of Beaverton, Mrs Marilyn Garrison of Edenville, Mrs. Lorraine Bastow of Taylor, and Mrs. Eunice Rytlewski of Vernon; four brothers, Eugene of Midland, Gail of Edenville, L. V. and Lyle of California; two sisters, Mrs. May Smith and Mrs. Ethel Smith, both of Midland; 23 grandchildren, two great grandchildren; four step-sons and one step-daughter, 12 step-grandchildren and two step-great-grandchildren. One son, Larry, died in 1955.

   Funeral services will be held Friday at 1:30 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton, Masonic rites will be held Thursday evenings at 7:00 p.m. Burial will be in Dale Cemetery at Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 05-12/1971 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

KATE (NOBEL) FOSTER (1859 - 28 SEP 1950)

 

ELDERLY LADY PASSES AWAY

 

   Mrs. Kate Foster, 91, passed away on Thursday, September 28, at the home of Mrs. Martha Emrick in Gladwin. Funeral services were held from the Dale church with burial in the Dale cemetery. The Rev. Alva Pendleton, of Beaverton officiating. Kate Nobel, was born in 1859 in Drumore, Ireland, the daughter of William and Mary Nobel. She came to Lyons, Ohio, at the age of 17 to make her home with the Rynd family. On September 8, 1910 she was married to William Foster, at Wauseon, Ohio.

   They came to Michigan and settled on their farm in Tobacco township, until the time of Mr. Foster's death in 1931. Later Mrs. Foster moved to Gladwin, and has made her home with Mrs. Emrick for the past nine months. Mrs. Foster leaves no living relatives but many dear friends. Gladwin County Record dated 10-04/1950 Column - 4 Page - 1  

 

LARRY JAMES FOSTER (22 APRIL 1930 - 5 JUNE 1955)

 

RECOVER ONE BODY FROM SUNDAY'S DROWNINGS

 

SERVICES TODAY FOR DROWNING VICTIM

 

   Larry J. Foster, 25, a former resident of Gladwin county, was drowned Sunday afternoon in Budd Lake at Harrison when his boat capsized. Two other passengers in the boat when it overturned, Nancy Straubel, 16, and her brother, Albert, 14, of Midland, were rescued by nearby swimmers and boaters. Larry Foster was born April 22, 1930 in Midland, with his parents he moved to Beaverton in 1943 and in 1949 they moved to Roscommon. He was employed as a laboratory technician at Dow Chemical Company and lived with his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Dziadosz in, Midland. He spent two years in the service during the Korean war.

   He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Foster of Roscommon; three brothers, Frank of Beaverton, Willard of Roscommon and Warren at home; five sisters, Mrs. Genevieve Grant of Beaverton, Mrs. Aileen Whitman of Buckeye township, Eunice and Marilyn at home and Lorraine of Chicago; his grandparents, Mrs. Maggie Foster and Mr. and Mrs. Harry Dziadosz of Midland.

   Funeral services were held this afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Miner Funeral Home with the Rev. Larry Grubaugh officiating. Burial was in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-08/1955 Column - 7 Page - 1

 

LOUISE E. (THORTON) FOSTER (14 DEC 1906 - 16 AUG 1990)

 

Mrs. Louisa E. Foster, 83, of 1775 N. Eastman Rd. Midland died Thursday, Aug. 16, 1990, in the MidMichigan Regional Medical Center, Midland after a long illness. Born in Jay County, Ind., Dec. 14, 1906, she moved to Midland County in September 1989, after 21 years in Beaverton. The former Louisa Thorton, she was married to Gail Foster, July 3, 1925, in Midland. He preceded her in death Dec. 19, 1989.

   Surviving are 2 sons, George of Hope and Richard of Sanford; one daughter, Mrs. Robert (Carole) Towner of St. Helen; one sister, Sophia Malony of Midland; 10 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. A son, Robert, preceded her in death.

   Rites were held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Janet Larner officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-22/1990 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

CHARLES NATHANIEL FOWLER (11 MAY 1934 - 14 SEP 1991)

 

Charles Nathaniel Fowler, 57, of 1276 Rock Trail, Beaverton, died Saturday, Sept. 14, 1991, at his home after a long illness. Born in Jackson, May 11, 1934, he moved to Gladwin County in 1977 from Brant. Mr. Fowler was a pipe fitter-welder at Dow Corning Medical in Hemlock. He was a member of St. Anne's Catholic Church. Mr. Fowler and the former Dolly Brisbin were married March 5, 1982, in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Raymond and Allan Fowler of Chesaning; 3 daughters, Sue Haney of Chesaning, Debra Shepherd of Hemlock and Karen Damic of St. Charles; 2 step-sons, Timothy Dexter of Winter, Texas and John Dexter of Mt. Pleasant; his parents, Oren and Helen Fowler of Beaverton; a sister, Lois Gorte of Oakley; a foster brother, Carl Clough of Lakeview, Fla.; and 11 grandchildren. A daughter, Mary, preceded him in death Dec. 11, 1963.

   Rites were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from St. Anne's Catholic Church. The Rev. Father James Heller officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. A Wake Service was held Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Memorials may be made to the Hospice of Gladwin Area, the Pardee Cancer Foundation of Midland or the American Cancer Society. Gladwin County Record dated 09-18/1991 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

DOLLY G. FOWLER (1940 - ?)

 

ERNEST W. FOX (? - ?)

 

PEARL OLIVER FOX (1885 - APRIL 1914)

 

 BEAVERTON

 

   Mrs. Ernest Fox, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Oliver, died at her home in Blissfield and the body was brought here for burial. Funeral services were conducted by N. B. Neff. Gladwin County Record dated 04-23/1914 Column - 1 Page - 8 

 

AMELIA ALICE (ZIMMERMAN) FREEMAN (26 AUG 1910 - 16 JAN 1992)

 

Mrs. Alice Freeman, 81, of 2061 Howard Rd., Beaverton, died Thursday, Jan 16, 1992, in the Gladwin Pines Nursing Home after a long illness. Born in DuBois, Pa., Aug. 26, 1910, she moved to Gladwin County in 1968 from Detroit. Mrs. Freeman was a machine operator for Detroit Diesel in Detroit for 25 years and retired in 1968. The former Alice Zimmerman, she was married to John Freeman, April 19, 1954, in Detroit.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by 3 sisters, Mrs. Helen Balzer of Toledo, Ohio, Mrs. Julia Patten of Southfield and Mrs. Mary Zimmerman of Jackson, N.J.; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother, Peter; and 2 sisters, Alfreda Nielson and Katherine Thompson.

   Services were held Saturday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Father Donald Christensen officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-22/1992 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

ALICE FREEMAN (1870 - 6 NOV 1943)

 

ALICE M. (RAY) FREEMAN (4 OCT 1884 - 3 AUG 1971)

 

Mrs. Alice Freeman, 86, a resident of Gladwin County for 73 years, died at the Midland Hospital Tuesday, August 3, following an illness of five months. Mrs. Freeman, whose home was at 1683 Knox Road, in Tobacco Township, was born in Braceville, Ohio, Oct. 4, 1884. She was married to Garfield Freeman January 24, 1901, in Tobacco Township. Her maiden name was Alice Ray. Mrs. Freeman was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren.

   Surviving are her husband, Garfield; two sons, Harold and John, both of Beaverton; one daughter, Mrs. Paul (Geraldine) Simpson of Saginaw; two brothers, Edward Ray of Gladwin and Harry Ray of Midland; seven grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild. One son is deceased.

   Services were held Friday at 2:00 p.m. at the Church of the Brethren with the Rev. Henry List and the Rev. Arthur Whislere officiating. Interment was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-11/1971 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

ALVIN EDWARD FREEMAN (12 AUG 1908 - 22 OCT 1942)

 

ALVIN E. FREEMAN DIES AFTER LONG ILLNESS

 

   Alvin Freeman, 34, died at his home in Tobacco township, Tuesday, October 27. Survivors were Mr. and Mrs. Garfield Freeman and daughter Juanita, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Freeman, Mr. and Mrs. John Freeman and Mr. and Mrs. Paul Simpson. Services were held at the Brethren Church at 2 o'clock Friday, October 30. Gladwin County Record dated 11-04/1942 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

AMELIA "NETTA" FREEMAN (1 FEB 1909 - 1 MARCH 1909)

 

CARL HARRY FREEMAN (25 JUNE 1902 - 10 AUG 1977)

 

Carl H. Freeman, 75, of 4380 N. Freeman Rd., Beaverton, died Wednesday, Aug. 10, in the Midland Hospital Center after a short illness. Born in Tobacco Township on June 25, 1902, he had spent his lifetime here. He was a retired farmer.

   Surviving are one uncle, Garfield Freeman of Beaverton; one aunt, Mrs. Ruth Freeman of Beaverton; and a sister-in-law, Mrs. Howard Freeman of Flint. Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Daniel Weir officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-17/1977 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

DARLENE E. (MILLER) FREEMAN (20 NOV 1950 - 4 APRIL 2003)

 

Darlene E. Freeman, age 52, of Beaverton died April 4, 2003 at University Hospitals in Ann Arbor after a short illness. She was born to Norman and Delta Miller on Nov. 20, 1950, in Detroit. She was a bookkeeper with the Family Independence Agency in Gladwin. She lived in Gladwin County since 1972, having previously resided in Farmington Hills. On Sept. 28, 1974 she married Louis Freeman in Beaverton.

 

She is survived by her husband, Louis of Beaverton; daughters Erin (Jason) Pacholke of Freeland, and Melissa Freeman of Beaverton; mother, Della Miller of Gladwin; brothers Phillip Miller of Gladwin, Robert Miller of Beaverton, and Edward Miller of Gladwin; sisters, Deanna Day and Denise Hall, both of Gladwin; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father.

 

The funeral service was held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 8, 2003 at Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton, Pastor Brad Withrow officiating. Burial took place in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery.

 

EUGENE FREEMAN, JR (1921 - ?)

 

EUGENE 'BAN' FREEMAN, SR (14 MARCH 1877 - 10 JAN 1972)

 

Eugene Freeman, Sr., of 1476 Dale Road, Beaverton, died Monday, January 10, at the Midland Hospital, following a brief illness. Mr. Freeman was born in Genesee County March 14, 1877. He came to Gladwin County with his parents 92 years ago when he was two years old. A former lumberjack and later a farmer he was married to the former Miss Ruth Robinson, in Tobacco Township, June 7, 1905.

   Surviving are his wife, Ruth; one son, Eugene Jr., of Beaverton; two daughters, Mrs. Dewey (Ruey) Blades of Beaverton, and Mrs. Cecil (Rhoda) Cole of Midland; a brother, Garfield of Beaverton; 10 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Services were held Friday at 2:00 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton, with the Rev. Zina Bennett officiating, and burial was in the Dale Cemetery.Gladwin County Record dated 01-12/19672 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

FLORENCE IRENE (MURPHY) FREEMAN (17 FEB 1925 - 26 JAN 1981)

 

Mrs. Irene F. Freeman, 55, of 1047 Guersney Rd., Beaverton, died suddenly Monday, Jan. 26, at her home. Born in Edenville on February 17, 1925, she had spent most of her life in Gladwin County. The former Irene Murphy, she was married to Eugene Freeman Jr. on August 21, 1943, in Beaverton.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by one son, Louis of Beaverton; 2 daughters, Mrs. Arlene Adler and Judy Freeman of Billings, Mont.; her mother, Mrs. Violet Hammbacher of Edenville; one sister, Mrs. Belva Govitz of Beaverton and 3 grandchildren. Services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Bruce Hatch will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-28/1981 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

HAROLD G. FREEMAN (28 SEP 1919 - 13 JAN 2003)

 

Harold G. Freeman, 83, of Beaverton, died Monday, Jan. 13, 2003, at his home, after a short illness. He was born Sept. 28, 1919 to Garfield and Alice (Ray) Freeman in Beaverton.  He was employed as a welder at The Dow Chemical Co. in Midland. He retired in 1975, after 34 years. He was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County. Harold married Gladys (Clingan) Freeman on March 11, 1938, in Freeland.

     He is survived by his wife Gladys Freeman of Beaverton; his daughter and son-in-law, Rosemary and Harold Phillips of Beaverton; his sons and daughters-in-law, Jim and Carol Freeman and Don and Connie Freeman all of Beaverton; seven grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brothers, John and Alvin.

     Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Friday, Jan. 17, 2003, at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton. 989-435-9841. Elder Donn Pendleton will officiate, with burial at Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery, Beaverton. Visitation will be Thursday, Jan 16, 2003, from 2 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home.

     Memorial contributions may be made to Parkinson Foundation or Mid Michigan Hospice-Gladwin County. Gladwin County Record dated 01-15/2003 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

GARFIELD "GAR" FREEMAN (27 AUG 1881 - 29 JULY 1982)

 

Garfield Freeman, 100, of 1683 Knox Rd., Beaverton, Gladwin County's oldest living native, died Thursday, July 29, in the Town and Country Nursing Home, Midland, following a long illness. Born in Tobacco Township on August 27, 1881, he had been a farmer and worked in the logging industry. Mr. Freeman had spent his lifetime in Gladwin County. He was married to the former Alice Ray on January 24, 1901. She preceded him in death on August 3, 1971.

   Surviving are 2 sons, Harold and John, both of Beaverton; one daughter, Mrs. Paul (Geraldine) Simpson of Farwell; 7 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; and 3 great great grandchildren. Services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-04/1982 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

GEORGE GRANT FREEMAN (29 APRIL 1872 - 1 JUNE 1961)

 

LONG RESIDENT OF COUNTY PASSES

 

   Funeral services were held Sunday at 2:30 p.m. at the Dale Methodist Church for George G. Freeman, 89, who died Thursday at the Midland Hospital following an illness of one month. The Rev. Aaron Hyde officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. A retired farmer, Mr. Freeman was born on April 29, 1872 in Genesee County, and was married to the former Alice Boals, August 12, 1896. She preceded him in death Nov. 6, 1943. He had lived in Gladwin County for 84 years.

   Survivors include two sons, Carl, of Beaverton, and Howard, of Flint; and two brothers, Eugene and Garfield, of Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 06-07/1961 Column - 7 Page - 1

 

GLADYS (CLINGAN) FREEMAN (? - ?)

 

JOHN LEO FREEMAN (12 APRIL 1904 - 9 FEB 1992)

 

John L. Freeman, 87, of 2061 Howard Rd., Beaverton, died Sunday, Feb. 9, 1992, in the Gladwin Pines Nursing Home after a long illness. Born in Tobacco Township, April 12, 1904, he had moved to Detroit and then came back to Gladwin County in 1968. Mr. Freeman was a screw machine operator at Detroit Diesel and retired in Nov. 1967 after 29 years. He was a life member of the Masonic Union Lodge of S. O. No. 3, Detroit. Mr. Freeman and the former Alice Zimmerman were married April 19, 1954. She preceded him in death on Jan. 16.

   He is survived by a brother, Harold of Beaverton; and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Freeman was preceded in death by one brother, Alvin, and one sister, Geraldine Simpson. Services were held, today, Wednesday, at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Deacon Stanley Belanger officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. A Masonic Memorial Service was held by the Gladwin Lodge 397 Tuesday at 7 p.m. Gladwin County Record dated 02-12/1992 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

LEVI HENRY FREEMAN (24 MAY 1875 - 15 FEB 1952)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR DALE RESIDENT

 

   Levi Henry Freeman, 77, long-time resident of Dale community, passed away on Friday, February 15 at the Newhall Nursing Home in Mecosta county, following a nine-day illness. Mr. Freeman was born in Genesee county on June 24, 1874 and is a retired farmer. He had been at the nursing home for the past 15 months.

   Surviving are three brothers, Eugene, George and Garfield Freeman, all of Beaverton. Funeral services were held on Monday afternoon at the Dale Methodist church with the Rev. J. P. Hollopeter officiating. Burial was made in the Dale cemetery. Pallbearers were Earl Blades, Dewey Blades, Clifton Paxton, Charles Scoby, Doyle McKimmy and Ed Henry. Gladwin County Record dated 02-20/1952 Column - 8 Page - 1

 

MARY AMELIA (SMITH) FREEMAN (14 DEC 1844 - 22 NOV 1912)

 

Dale, Dec. 2.---Another pioneer has passed away. Mrs. Mary Freeman (nee Smith) died Nov. 22, 1912, at her home near Dale. She was born in Canada in 1844, was united in marriage to George Freeman and with him in the year 1878 moved to Tobacco township, Gladwin county, where she since resided until death called her. At the time they came here there were only two families in this part of the county, they being James Dow's and Charles Robinson's.

   This country was a dense forest with no roads nor bridges, only trails. After about eight years her husband died, and she was left with a family of small children to support. She never became discouraged but braved the hardships of a life in a rew country, and made a home for her dear ones.

   She had always experienced unusual good health until about two years ago when she became afflicated with cancer of the breast. Everything was done to effect a cure but this seemed impossible. She suffered untold agony for a long while before her death, but bore it all so patiently, always being so kind, and trying to avoid being any burden to those caring for her.

   She leaves to mourn the loss, an aged mother, Mrs. Smith of Genesee, a brother, Peter Smith of Genesee, one daughter, Mrs. Jane Wagoner of Dale, five sons, George, Eugene, and Garfield of Dale and Lee and Solon of Strong, Mich., and a host of friends. The funeral was held at Dale hall Sunday, Nov. 24, Rev. Turner officiaiting. Interment in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-05/1912 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

RUTH E. (ROBINSON) FREEMAN (22 MAY 1886 - 10 FEB 1980)

 

Mrs. Ruth E. Freeman, 93, of 4049 Wagner Rd., Beaverton, died Sunday, Feb. 10, in the Midland Hospital Center following a short illness. Born in Flushing on May 22, 1886, she came to Gladwin County in 1902. Mrs. Freeman was a member of the Dale United Methodist Church. She was married to Eugene Freeman Sr. on June 7, 1905, in Tobacco Township. He preceded her in death January 10, 1972.

   Surviving are one son, Eugene Jr. of Beaverton; 2 daughters, Mrs. Ruey Blades of Beaverton and Mrs. Cecil (Rhoda) Cole of Midland; 10 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; and 12 great great grandchildren. Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Bruce Hatch officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-13/1980 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

ESTHER (RINGLER) FRENCH (28 NOV 1861 - 24 JUNE 1950)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR BILLINGS RESIDENT

 

   Mrs. Esther French, 88, passed away at her home in Billings on Saturday, June 24. Funeral services were held on Monday afternoon from the Dale Methodist church with the Rev. Donald Sailor officiating. Burial made in the Dale cemetery. Mrs. French was born in Ontario, Canada on November 28, 1861 and came to Gladwin County 54 years ago, from Huron County. Her husband, Nelson French passed away on September 6, 1918.

   Surviving are five sons, Charles, of Carter, Wisconsin, William and Herbert, of Beaverton. John, of Detroit and Elmer, of Midland; four daughters, Mrs. Carrie Randall, of Kinde, Mrs. Ida Fairchild, of Beaverton, Mrs. Hattie Crow of Wayland, Mrs. Meda Fauter, of Bay City and Mrs. Edna Reinbold, of Flint; one sister, Mrs. Sue Carnigan of Chase; also 35 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren. One son, Nelson, preceded his mother in death in 1911.

   Her grandsons acted as pallbearers. Gladwin County Record datd 06-28/1950 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

HENRY FRENCH (9 MAY 1843 - 31 DEC 1916)

 

   FRENCH.--Henry French died Dec. 31, 1916, at his home in Tobacco township, at the age of 73. He had resided in Tobacco many years. He is survived by his wife, two daughters and one son, five brothers and four sisters. Funeral services were held at the Dunkard church. Burial in Dale. Gladwin County Record dated 01-11/1917 Column - 6 Page - 1  

 

HERBERT FRENCH (7 JUNE 1891 - 9 JULY 1967)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR HERBERT FRENCH

 

   Herbert French, 76, of Clare County, died Sunday at the Midland Hospital after a long illness. Born in Huron County on June 7, 1891, he had lived in Tobacco Township 69 years. The past year he had resided in Clare. Mr. French was a retired Dow employee and a veteran of World War I. He was married to Bessie Dalton on Nov. 22, 1957, in Mt. Pleasant.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by five daughters, Mrs. Vivian Shaffer of Newhall, Calif., Mrs. Lillian Wyman, Midland, Mrs. Maxine Kock, Chanute, Kan., Mrs. Laverne Hitsman, Midland, and Mrs. Marian Rooker of Edenville; three sons, Leonard and James of Beaverton and Clark of Mt. Pleasant; three brothers, Charles of Wisconsin, Jack of Florida and Elmer of Midland; four sisters, Mrs. Ida Fairchild, Beaverton, Mrs. Hattie Crow, Grand Rapids, Mrs. Meda Sauter, Bay City and Mrs. Edna Rhinebolt, Swartz Creek; 28 grandchildren and one great grandchild.

   Services were held today (Wednesday) at 2 p.m. from the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Randall Roose officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. The Hall Funeral Home had charge of the arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 07-12/1967Column - 5 Page - 1

 

LINNIE JANE (SMITH) FRENCH (15 OCT 1902 - 18 JAN 1956)

 

HOLD RITES FOR MRS. FRENCH

 

   Funeral services for Mrs. Herbert French, 53, were conducted Sunday, Jan. 22, at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren by the Rev. Earl Atkinson. Interment was made in the Dale cemetery. Linnie Jane French, the daughter of Percy and Clara Smith, was born October 15, 1902 in Bay City. On December 23, 1920, she was married to Herbert French. She was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren.

   Survivors include her husband; five daughters, Mrs. Vivian Shaffer of Californina, Mrs. Maxine Koch of Kansas, Mrs. Lillian Wyman and Mrs. Lavern Hitsman of Midland and Mrs. Marion  Rooker of Edenville; three sons, Leonard of Midland, James and Clark at home; thirteen grandchildren; four sisters, Mrs. Clara Belle Gross of Millington, Mrs. Mildred Carns of Texas, Mrs. Lila Green and Mrs. Dorothy Marcum of Detroit; and one brother, Leonard Smith of Florida. 

   Pallbearers were Clair McKimmy, Harlan Quillet, Chris Leuenberger, Fuhrman Tremaine, Ray Wentworth and Lloyd Brushaber. Gladwin County Record dated 01-25/1956 Colum - 5 Page - 1  

 

NELSON FRENCH (4 JULY 1854 - 6 SEP 1918)

 

   FRENCH---Nelson French died at his home in Tobacco township, Gladwin county, Michigan, Sept. 6, 1918, aged 64 years, 2 months, 2 days. Mr. French was born in St. Clair county, Mich., July 4, 1854, and was married to Miss Esther Ringler at Big Rapids, Mich., Dec. 25, 1878. To this union were born eleven children, all of whom excepting one survive their father.

    Mr. French leaves to mourn his loss his widow and ten children, viz: Mrs. Carrie Randall of Kinde, Mich., Charles French and William French of Beaverton, Mrs. Ida Derrick of Detroit, Herbert and John at Camp Custer, Mrs. Hattie Arnold of Collinwood, Tenn., Elmer, Meda and Edna at home; ten grandchildren, besides four sisters and three brothers.

   Services were conducted by Rev. R. C. Mitts Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Interment in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-12/1918 Column - 4 Page - 5

 

SYLVA MAE (SNYDER) FRENCH (23 NOV 1886 - 17 DEC 1928)

 

Mrs. Sylva Mae, wife of William French of Midland, died Dec. 17 at the age of 42 years and 23 days, following an illness of only one week from scarlet fever. The deceased was a daughter of Andrew and Julia Snyder of Tobacco township, Gladwin county. She was born in Lyons, Ohio, Nov. 23, 1886. The greater part of her life was spent in Gladwin county. Dec. 25, 1910, she was united in marriage to William French in Beaverton.

   She leaves to mourn her death her husband, two sons, Wellington and Everett, one daughter, Muriel of Midland, mother and father, four brothers, Clarence, Welcome, Hobart and Theodore, all of Beaverton, three sisters, Mrs. Eva Cox of Detroit, Myrtle of Flint and Elizabeth of Saginaw, and a host of friends.

   The interment service was held in the Dale cemetery in Tobacco township last Thursday afternoon, Rev. A. J. Preston of Beaverton, officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 12-27/1928 Column - 7 Page - 1  

 

WELLINGTON N. FRENCH (14 AUG 1911 - APRIL 1946)

 

FORMER BEAVERTON MAN ENDS LIFE

 

   The body of Wellington N. French, 34, of Sanford, was found early Sunday morning by a neighbor in a field near his home. Coroner A. H. Bradley, of Midland, said that French had ended his own life by firing a charge from a 20-gauge shotgun into his head Sunday morning about 3:40 o'clock. Bradley, who ruled death a suicide and said that no inquest would be held, declared that no motive had been found for French's action. No members of his family or his neighbors reported hearing the shot.

   French was born Aug. 14, 1911, in Gladwin county, and had resided in Sanford for the past five years. Surviving are his widow; Laverne; three children, Larry, Jo-Anne and Jeanne, all at home; his father, William French, of Beaverton, a brother, Evert; and a sister, Muriel, both of Midland. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Dale Methodist church and burial was in the church cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-01/1946 Column - 6 Page - 1  

 

WILLIAM FRENCH (1 SEP 1884 - 3 AUG 1966)

 

ARTHUR WILLIAM FRUCHEY (22 JULY 1913 - 6 SEP 1996)

 

Arthur William Fruchey, 83, of Beaverton, died Friday, Sept. 6, 1996 at his home following a long illness. Born July 22, 1913 in Gladwin County, he was a lifetime resident of the county. Mr. Fruchey was employed by Consumers Power Co. in Midland and retired in June 1973 after 32 years of service. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge No. 453 in Beaverton. Mr. Fruchey married the former Mae M. Bardwell May 27, 1933 in Clare County.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Wayne and wife Marlene of Beaverton; one daughter, Norma and husband Roger Johnson of Essexville; one sister, Evelyn Overfield of Beaveton; 5 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

   Services were held at 11 a.m. Monday from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton chapel. The Rev. David Stewart officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery, Tobacco Township. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the Midland or Gladwin hospice organization. Gladwin County Record dated 09-11/1996 Column - 1 Page - 7

 

MAE M. (BRADWELL) FRUCHEY (10 MAY 1915 - 31 AUG 1997)

 

Mae M. Fruchey, 82, of Beaverton, died suddenly Sunday, Aug. 31, 1997 at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center-Gladwin. Born May 10, 1915 in Beaverton, she lived in Beaverton most of his life. The former Mae Bardwell married Arthur W. Fruchey, May 27, 1933 in Clare County. He preceded her in death Sept. 6, 1996. She had been employed by S. S. Kresge Company in Midland, retiring in 1975 after 20 years. She was a member of the Dale United Methodist Church in Beaverton.

   She is survived by one son, Wayne and wife Marlene of Beaverton; one daughter, Norma and husband Roger Johnson of Essexville; two sisters, Ruth Bradley of Gaylord and Eva Rowe of South Haven; two sisters-in-law, Norma Bardwell of Kalispell, Mont. and Evelyn Overfield of Beaverton; five grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

   Services will be held at 1 p.m. today (Wednesday) at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel with the Rev. David Stewart officiating. Burial will be in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the Dale United Methodist Church or Gladwin Hospice. Gladwin County Record dated 09-03/1997 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

ARNOLD D. FRY (15 SEP 1938 - 8 JULY 1984)

 

CLARENCE N. FRY (6 MARCH 1919 – 22 OCT 2011)

 

Clarence N. Fry, 92, of Beaverton, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, at MidMichigan Gladwin Pines.

Clarence was born March 6, 1919, to the late William A. and Ida (Harmeier) Fry. He was first employed with

Dow Chemical Company in Midland and later went to work for General Motors Buick Motor Division in Flint,

Michigan, which is where he retired from, and was a member of U.A.W Local 599. He married the former Helen

M. McKimmy on June 1, 1947, at Beaverton Church of the Brethren. She preceded him in death June 17, 2003, after 56 years of marriage.  Clarence enjoyed hunting, fishing and playing cards.

 

He is survived by his two children, Neil C. (Karen) Fry of Saginaw and Ida May (Fry) Bates of Beaverton; five grandchildren, Michelle Fry, Sarah Dennis, Jennifer Fry, Neil David Fry and Rosemary Fry; nine great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Stella Brushaber of Beaverton and Carol Grice of Midland. He is predeceased by his parents; wife, Helen; five brothers, Elmer, Melven, Marvin, Louis and Ervin; three sisters, Irene Parker, Evelyn Smith and Geraldine Jeska.

 

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2011 from 1-9 p.m. at Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home, Beaverton. Funeral Services will be conducted on Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2011, at 11 a.m. He will be laid to rest at Tobacco Twp. (Dale) Cemetery, Beaverton. In lieu of flowers, the family request consideration to the Alzheimer's Association or the American Cancer Society

 

ETHEL LUCILLE  (FARROW) FRY (29 MAY 1912 – 2 JULY 1949)

 

Services Held for Former Resident

 

Funeral services were held for Mrs. Ethel L. Fry, July 4, at 10 a. m. at the Gephart Funeral Home in Bay City, and at 2:30 p. m. at the Dale Methodist church. The Rev. Donald Sailor officiated and

burial was made in the Dale cemetery.

 

Ethel Farrow Fry, 36, died in General hospital, Bay City, after a six months illness. She was born

to William and Hattie Farrow, on May 29, 1913, in Gladwin county, and married Elmer E. Fry, also of Gladwin county, 12 years ago. A member of the Beaverton Methodist church, she had resided in Bay City the past nine years.

 

Surviving besides her husband are two sons, Arnold and Jerry, and two daughters, Jeanette and

Darlene, all at home; her mother, Mrs. Hattie Farrow, of Beaverton; four brothers, Lyle, Cecil and

George, all of Gladwin, and William Farrow, of Beaverton; four sisters, Mrs. Jessie Perry, Mrs.

Hattie Stroman and Miss Thelma Farrow, all of Beaverton, and Mrs. Bertha Dumont of Flint. Gladwin County Record dated 7-27/1949 Column – 7 Page – 1.

 

HELEN MAXINE (MCKIMMY) FRY (9 JAN 1922 - 17 JUNE 2003)

 

Helen M. Fry, 81, of Beaverton, died Tuesday, June 17, 20003, at Tender Care Nursing Home-Clare, after a long illness. She was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County, Hazel was born Jan. 9, 1922 to Clayton & Hazel (Smith) McKimmy in Beaverton. After graduation from school she took a job in Detroit for the Defense Industry during WWII. Hazel married Clarence Fry on June 1, 1947 in Beaverton. She was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren.

     She is survived by her husband Clarence; son and daughter-in-law, Neil and Karen Fry of Flint; daughter and son-in-law, Ida and Roy Bates of Beaverton; grandchildren Michael Fry, Sarah Dennis, Jennifer Fry, Neil D. Fry and Rosemary Fry all of Flint; nine great-grandchildren; sisters Mildred King, Alice Mayer, Margaret Pietras, Iola Whitehead, June Havens and May Covey. She was predeceased by her parents; brothers, John, Ron, Howard, Herbert and Milford; and sister Murielle.

     Visitation will be today from 7 to 9 p.m., Thursday noon until 9 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton 48624, 989-435-9841. Funeral services will be held at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren in Beaverton on Friday, June 20, 2003 at 11 a.m., with Pastor John Glasscock officiating. Burial will take place in the Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery, Beaverton. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or Beaverton Church of the Brethren-Building fund.Gladwin County Record 06/18/2003 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

JULIUS B. FRY (ABT. 1889 - 30 MARCH 1973)

 

Julius B. Fry, 82, of Beaverton, a retired tool dresser for Sun Oil Co., died Friday, March 30, at the Gladwin Nursing Home following a long illness. Born in Findlay, Ohio, he was a resident of Gladwin County from 1927 to 1940 and from 1959 to his death. Mr. Fry was a life member of the Beaverton Masonic Lodge. He and the former Myrtle O. Shively were married January 29, 1918, in Findlay. She died October 1, 1961. Survivors are one niece, Mrs. Don Woodward of Findlay.

   Services were held Monday at 11 a.m. at the Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton with Elder Harold Keeley officiating and burial was in Dale Cemetery. A Masonic service was held Sunday evening. Gladwin County Record dated 04-04/1973 Column - 5 Page - 2  

 

MYRTLE OLA (SHIVELY) FRY (1888 - 1 OCT 1961)

 

RITES TODAY FOR MRS. MYRTLE FRY

 

   Mrs. Myrtle Ola Fry, 73, of Beaverton, died suddenly on Sunday at Clare. Born in Hancock County, Ohio on Sept. 7, 1888, the former Myrtle Shivley was married to Julius Fry on Jan. 29, 1918. They was residents of Beaverton from 1927 to 1940 and then moved to Detroit where they lived until 1959 when they moved back to Beaverton. Mrs. Fry was a member of the Order of Eastern Stars and the Beaverton Presbyterian Church.

  Surviving are her husband, Julius; and one brother, Ora Shivley, of Findley, Ohio. Funeral services will be held today (Wednesday) at 1:30 p.m. at the Beaverton Presbyterian Church. The Rev. Aaron Hyde will officiate and burial is in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record datd 10-04/1961 Column - 4 Page - 1  

 

VIRGINIA DARE FURETSON (1916 - 1973)

 

SARAH J. FURRY (14 NOV 1834 - 7 OCT 1920)

 

MRS. SARAH FURRY

 

   Mrs. Sarah Furry was born in Franklin county, Virginia, Nov. 14, 1834, and died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. D. M. Stern, in Tobacco township, Thursday, Oct. 7, 1920, in her 76th year. Funeral services were held at the Brethren church, Oct. 9 at 2:30 p.m., Rev. George Killian officiating. Interment in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-14/1920 Colum - 3 Page - 1  

 

G'S

 

DOROTHEA I. GARVER (29 AUG 1931 - ?)

 

ROBERT V. GARVER (16 FEB 1932 - 9 DEC 1998)

 

Robert V. Garver, 66, of Beaverton, died Wednesday, Dec. 9, 1998 at home in Tobacco Township, after a short illness. Born Feb. 16, 1932 in Clare County, he lived in Gladwin County since 1994 and previously lived in Bellville. Robert married the former Dorothea Smith, May 29, 1954 in Houghton Lake. He was a veteran. Robert worked for Federal Screw Works in Romulus as a mill wright operator.

   Besides his wife he is survived by four daughters, Denise and husband Domnic Fratangelo of Pittsburgh, Pa.; Arlene Garver, and Cathy Ehgotz, both of Hartland, and Robin and husband Daniel Clemons of Linden; one son, Guy Steve and wife Velvet of Fowlerville; six brothers; five sisters; and eight grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one brother, and one sister.

   Services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery, Beaverton with Nial Abbott officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-16/1998 Column - 2 Page - 2

 

JOHN W. GILLIS (11 JUNE 1830 - 11 SEP 1886)

TOBACCO

   John Gillis, aged 56 years and 3 months, died Saturday night, of inflammation of the kidneys. He moved here in December last, and leaves a wife to mourn his loss. Funeral services were held Monday, Rev. A. Robinson officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 09-17/1886 Column - 1 Page - 8

 

TAMMY M. (McLANE) GILMAN (2 DEC 1967 - 2 AUG 1993)

 

Tammy M. Gilman, 25, of 4920 Peterson Rd., Beaverton, died suddenly Monday, Aug. 2, 1993, of injuries received in an automobile accident on Curtis Rd. in Warren Township of Midland County. She was born in Pontiac Dec. 2, 1967, and moved to Gladwin County in 1972, from Linden. She was a motor route carrier for the Saginaw News. The former Tammy McLane, she was married to John Gilman Sr. on Aug. 4, 1990, in Beaverton.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by her mother, Rebecca VanBuskirk of Coleman; her father and step-mother, Tom and Linda McLane of Fenton; her grandmother, Leona McLane of Clarkston; a step-son, John Jr.; 3 brothers, Richard Patsey and Donald Patsey of Flint and Terry Patsey of Beaverton; and 3 sisters, Carol Luark and Leona Haggart of Coleman and Barbara Orbis of Clare.

   Services were held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Wesley Hoggard officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-11/1993 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

MARGUERITE P. GLANN (5 FEB 1907 - 24 SEP 1996)

 

CLARA L. (BOALS) GLIDDEN (7 AUG 1896 - 14 MAY 1990)

 

Clara L. (Glidden) Farley, 93, of 3750 E. Monroe, Durand, died Monday, May 14, 1990, in the Durand Convalescent Center after a long illness. Born in Bear Lake, Aug. 7, 1896, she lived most of her life in Flint. She moved to Scottsdale, Ariz., in 1959 and to Durand in October 1989. Mrs Farley was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church, church pianist, a member of the Ladies Aid Society and worked with children of the church. The former Clara Smith, she was married to Waldo Glidden in 1919 in Flint. He died in 1952. She then married Claude Farley in 1956 in Flint and he died in 1978.

   Surviving are one son, Arnold of Vassar; one daughter, Mrs. James (Virginia) Reeves of Flushing; a step-son, Dale Farley of Dalton, Ga.; 2 step-daughters, Mildred Riley of Rice Lake, Wisc. and Waneta Cuhel of Denver, Colo.; and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Rites will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Elder Douglas Carlson will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Visitation is after 1 p.m. today, Wednesday. Gladwin County Record dated 05-16/1990 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

CLARENCE HARTWILL GLIDDEN (28 FEB 1885 - 16 MARCH 1959)

 

CLARENCE GLIDDEN DIED SUDDENLY

 

   Clarence H. Glidden, 74, died suddenly Monday at his hom in Beavertn. He was born in Billings Township on February 28, 1885 and in 1910 was married to the former Miss Queen Oliver, who survives him. They farmed in Tobacco Township until 1948. Mr. Glidden was well-known throughout the county as a purebred horse breeder.

   Survivors besides his wife, are: a daughter, Mrs. Vera McKimmy, of Midland; two brothers, Charles, of Holly and Harvey, of Detroit; two grandchildren, Mrs. Carol Yost, of Beaverton, and Donald Wagar, of Midland; and four great grandchildren. A brother Waldo preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Church of the Brethren, Beaverton. The Rev. Carl Hilbert will officiate and burial will be in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-18/1959 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

ELZADA (HARRIS) GLIDDEN (8 OCT 1861 -  28 DEC 1927)

 

Elzada Harris was born Oct. 8, 1861, in Dayden township, Lapeer county, Mich., and departed this life Dec. 23, 1927, being 66 years, 2 months and 15 days of age. She moved to Edenville township, Midland county, with her parents at the age of four years, being among the early settlers of that township. She was married to Enoch Glidden Sept. 6, 1883, moving to Gladwin county in the spring of 1884 and has since been a resident of this county. To this union were born five children: Clarence Hartwell Glidden of Tobacco township, Gladwin county; Waldo Avery Glidden of Flint; Charles Comstock Glidden of Bay City; one daughter, Winnie Glidden, who died at the age of 10 months; Harvey Knox Glidden of Chicago, Ill.

   She was a devoted Christian, having been a member of the Seventh Day Adventist church for about 40 years. She has been a patient suffering for the last four years of sugar diabetes. She was willing to go and was listening for the final summons of the faith that she will meet her Saviour in the morning of the first resurrection, and will be able to say, "This is my Saviour, I have waited for Him." It can well be said she was a true wife who loved her home and family, always mindful of good counsel to her boys, and was loved most by those who knew her best. She leaves to mourn her husband, four sons, two sisters, three brothers and a host of friends.

                         "HER MOTTO"

   " I shall pass through this world but once. Any good therefore that I can do, or any kindness that I can show to any human being, let me do it now, let me not defer or neglect it, for I shall not pass this way again. " Gladwin County Record dated 12-29/1927 Column - 4 Page - 4

 

ENOCH H. GLIDDEN (16 SEP 1861 - 13 FEB 1931)

 

Enoch Glidden died at the General hospital, Bay City, at 1:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 13, 1931, of flu. Mr. Glidden, who was living with his son, Harvey K. Glidden, was apparently well and able to attend to his work until last Thursday, when he was taken ill and retired to his bed. Early Friday morning he got out of bed and tripped over a chair, breaking his arm at the elbow. He did not improve and was taken Monday to the General hospital at Bay City, where he died shortly after midnight. His body was brought to Gladwin lated Tuesday afternoon.

   Enoch Glidden was born Sept. 16, 1861 in Maine. He came to Gladwin in the early, 80's worked in the lumber camps 20 years, later taking up farming and real estate. He was married Sept. 6, 1883, to Miss Elzada Harris at Edenville. Five children, Clarence Hartwill Glidden of Tobacco township, Charles Comstock Glidden of Bay City, Waldo Avery Glidden of Flint, one daughter Winnie who died at the age of 10 months, and Harvey Knox Glidden of Gladwin, were born to them.

   Funeral services will be held at the Presbyterian church at Beaverton this afternoon at 2:30, followed by burial at Dale cemetery beside Mrs. Glidden, who died Dec. 23, 1927. He was a sincere and devoted member of the Seventh Day Adventist church. Gladwin County Record dated 01-15/1931 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

HARVEY KNOX GLIDDEN, SR (26 AUG 1896 - 4 JULY 1962)

 

EX-BEAVERTON MAN VICTIM OF CAR ON BRIDGE

 

   Funeral services for Harvey K. Glidden, 65, a former Beaverton resident, were held Saturday at 2:30 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. Elder James Cunnington, of Lansing, officiated at the rites.

   Mr. Glidden was killed Wednesday when he was struck by a car while fishing off a bridge over the Muskegon River in Roscommon County. Police said Glidden, his son, Harvey Jr., 26, and daughter-in-law, Evelyn, 19, were all struck at the same time. The young couple was taken to Mercy Hospital, Grayling with fractures and back injuries, police reported.

   Mr. Glidden was born in Tobacco Township, Aug. 26, 1896, and was married to Marie Szatkowski in Bad Axe, June 30, 1920. A commercial photographer in Detroit, he retired 10 years ago and had since made his home at Houghton Lake. He was a veteran of World War I and a member of the Houghton Lake post of American Legion.

   Surviving are his widow; one son, Harvey Jr., of Detroit; a daughter, Mrs. Jean Chegar, Detroit; three grandchildren; and a brother, Charles, of Davisburg. Officers said the Gliddens were struck by a car driven by Lawrence E. Bruce, of Lansing, at 8:55 p.m. Bruce was driving south, police reported, and neared the bridge at the same time another auto, driven by Richard Slaught, of Houghton Lake, approached from the north. There wasn't room for both cars on the narrow span without hitting the three pedestrians, officers said. Gladwin County Record dated 07-11/1962 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

MARIE (SZATKOWSKI) GLIDDEN (20 MARCH 1899 - 22 APRIL 1974)

 

Mrs. Marie Glidden, 75, of Houghton Lake, died Monday, April 22,  in a nursing home in Saginaw. Born in Poland on March 20, 1899, she moved to Roscommon County 22 years ago from Detroit. The former Marie Szatkowkski, she was married to Harvey Glidden on June 30, 1920, in Bad Axe. He preceded her in death on July 4, 1962.

   Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Jean Chegar of Saginaw; one son, Harvey Jr. of Detroit; and three grandchildren. Rites will be held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin. Burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-24/1974 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

QUEEN L. (OLIVER) GLIDDEN (1 OCT 1888 - 7 JULY 1987)

 

Mrs. Queen L. Glidden, 98, of 118 Saginaw St., Beaverton, died Tuesday, July 7, in the Midland Hospital Center after a short illness. Born in Smith Creek, Gladwin County, Oct. 1, 1888, she had spent most of her life in Beaverton. Mrs. Glidden was a member of the Dale and Billings Ladies Aids and the Beaverton Senior Citizens. The former Queen Oliver, she was married to Clarence Glidden in 1910 in Beaverton. He preceded her in death March 16, 1957.

   Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Vera McKimmy of Ludington; one brother, Jay Oliver of Beaverton; and 1 grandson; 6 great grandchildren and 8 great great grandchildren. A brother, James Oliver, 2 sisters, Bessie Bartlet and Pearl Fox and a granddaughter, Carol Yost, also preceded her in death. Services were held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beavertn Chapel. The Rev. Henry List officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Beaverton Senior Citizens Center. Gladwin County Record dated 07-15/1987 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

WALDO AVERY GLIDDEN (18 DEC 1886 - 31 OCT 1952)

 

FORMER RESIDENT'S RITES HERE

 

   Waldo Avery Glidden, 66, former resident of Beaverton, passed away on Friday, October 31, at Hurley Hospital in Flint, following a four-day illness. Mr. Glidden was born December 18, 1886 in Tobacco township, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Enoch Glidden. He operated a livery stable in Beaverton and was a veteran of World War I. At the time of his death he was employed by the Allen Moving Company in Flint.

   Surviving are his wife, Clara; one son, Arnold, of Flint; one daughter, Mrs. Virginia Reves, of Flint; three brothers, Clarence Glidden, of Beaverton, Charles Glidden, of Pontiac and Harvey Glidden, of St. Petersburg, Florida; also two grandchildren.

   A sister, Winnie, preceded her brother in death. Funeral services were held this morning at the Miller Funeral Home in Flint with the Rev. Judson Habenfeht officiating, with another service this afternoon at the Dale church. Burial will be made in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-05/1952 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

WINNIE GLIDDEN (1894 - 20 SEP 1895) {Infant child of Enoch & Elzada Glidden 10 months old}.

 

RANSOM H. GOODWIN (1856 - 1923)

 

AURAH (EARLY) GRANT (18 FEB 1871 - 09 MAY 1952)

 

Funeral services for Mrs. U.S. Grant, 81, of Beaverton, were conducted Sunday, May 11 at 2 p.m. from the Dale Methodist church with the Rev. Henry Kreulen, of Bay City, officiating. Interment was in Dale cemetery. Mrs. Grant passed away Friday morning at her home in Beaverton, following a long illness. Aurah Early was born February 18, 1871, in Allen County, Ohio. In early youth she came with her parents to Barry County, Mich., near Woodland. There on October 17, 1891, she was married to U.S. Grant. Seven years later, in 1898, they came to Gladwin county, locating on a farm near Beaverton. Here they endured the hardships of pioneer life in clearing up a farm and building a home. Nine years ago, because of failing health, they left the farm and moved to Beaverton, where they have resided since. Last October the Grants celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary.

   Mrs. Grant was a member of the Beaverton Presbyterian church and the Ladies Aid Society. She was a charter member of the Dale-Billings Aid Society and was always a faithful worker. Four children were born to them. Two, a daughter, Dorothy, and a son, Jess, preceded their mother in death. She is survived by her husband, U.S. Grant; a daughter, Mrs. Clifford Paxton, of Beaverton; and a son, Charles Grant, of London, Ontario; eight grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Mrs. J. H. Werking of Lima, Ohio. Miss Ica Early of Peru, Indiana, and Mrs. Grace Potter, of Battle Creek; two brothers, Ira Early of Mt. Dora, Florida and C.D. Early, of Bellvue. Gladwin County Record dated 05-14/1952 Column - 8 Page - 1

 

MALE GRANT (1837 - 1917)

 

DOROTHY GRANT (1898 - 1901)

 

JACOB KENNETH “JAKE” GRANT (9 SEP 1915 - 15 JAN 2001)

 

   Jacob "Jake" K. Grant, 85, of Beaverton, died Monday, Jan. 15, 2001 at home following a long illness. Born Sept. 9, 1915 in Beaverton, he was the son of John F. and Josephine (Leeth) Grant. He lived in Gladwin County most of his life. Jake married Marie Wagner, May 29, 1942 in Paradise, Ohio. He was a truck mechanic for Robinson Industries, retiring in 1972 after 28 years. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the United States Army.

   Besides his wife he is survived by two sons, Ivan and wife Beverly of Beaverton and Terry and wife Judy of Utica; two daughters, Peggy and husband Terry Govitz of Gladwin, and Leta and husband Rick Painter of McMillan; 14 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; one great-granddaughter, Melanie Allor in 1996; one brother, William in 1963; and two sisters, Rachel Holycross in 1969 and Esther Moorman in 1945.

   Services will be held at 11 a.m. tomorrow (Thursday) at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton with Rev. Henry List officiating. Military honors will be performed by the VFW Post 7303. Visitation will be 2 to 9 p.m. today (Wednesday) at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton.

 

JESSIE C. GRANT (1 JAN 1895 - 7 FEB 1925)

 

Jess C. Grant was born Jan. 1, 1895, in Woodland, Barry county, Michigan, and, died Feb. 7, 1925, at Saginaw Genral hospital, from peritonitis, aged 30 years, 1 month and 6 days. He was united in marriage to Leone Henry, July 22, 1922, and to this union were born two sons, Clyde, 23 months old, and Claud, 7 months old. Besides a wife and two sons he leaves to mourn a father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. U.S. Grant, a brother Charles, and sister, Mrs. Clifton Paxton, and many relatives and friends.

   Mr. Grant was a member of the A.E.F. and served overseas 10 months in the 85th division. He was a highly respected neighbor and friend and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon, Feb. 11, at Dale M.E. church, by Rev. H.B. Johnson, of Clare, and the American Legion. Burial in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-19/1925 Column - 2 Page - 4

 

LEROY ALBERT GRANT (26 OCT 1927 - 30 NOV 2004)

 

Roy Grant, 77, of Beaverton, died Nov. 30, 2004 at MidMichigan Medical Center in Midland. He was born Oct. 26, 1927 to William and Laura (Conklin) Grant in Beaverton and he was a lifelong resident of Gladwin County. He worked as an instrument man at Dow Chemical. He was a member of Local 85 and worked as a pipefitter, retiring from Johnson Control in Saginaw. He was a veteran of the United States Army, serving in World War II. He married Vi Gunderman on June 6, 1950 in Angola, Indiana. She survives him.

   He is also survived by two daughters, Sue (Joe) Mishler of Sanford and Jan (Ken) Hudson of Beaverton; two sons, Dan (Patty) Grant of Beaverton and Tom (Marcy) Grant of Beaverton; grandchildren, Jeni and Mark Grove, Saly and Jason Hitsman, Laura and Gavin Brandon, Missy and Ryan Schmidt, Mindy and Brent Mercer, Adam Mishler and fiance Amada Opbroek, Kurt and Erin Mishler, Becky Grant, Lindsey and Greg Grant-DeLisle, Lacey Grant, Matt and Allison Hudson, and Alyssa Hudson; Great grandchildren, Grant Brandon, Hunter Mercer, and Brianne Mishler; two sisters, Eva Fuller of Ann Arbor and Leora (Rol) Gunderman of Clare; a sister-in-law, Bonnie Grant of Sanford; three brothers, Bert (Jessie) Grant of Beaverton, Bill (Betsy) Grant of Beaverton, Richard (Hazel) Grant of Beaverton; a brother-in-law, Darwin Grove of Beaverton; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Betty Grove; a brother, Wilbur Grant; and a brother-in-law, Alvin Fuller.

   Funeral services will be held Thursday, Dec. 2, at 1 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton with the Rev. Henry List officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday from noon to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Memorial contributions may be made to the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. Gladwin County Record dated 12-01/2004 Column - 1 Page - 7

 

MARIE R. GRANT (16 NOV 1921 - ?)

 

ORA E GRANT (1871 - 1952)

 

ULYSSES S. GRANT (1865 - 30 APRIL 1953)

 

VIOLA MAY (GUNDERMAN) GRANT (21 JUNE 1931 - 24 AUG 2003)

 

Vi Grant, 72, of Beaverton, Michigan passed away Aug. 24, 2003 at MidMichigan Medical Center - Midland following a short illness. She was born June 21, 1931 to Kenneth and Naola Mae (Archbold) Gunderman in Isabella County. Vi worked as a secretary for Brown Machine in Beaverton. She married Leroy Grant on June 6, 1950 in Angola, Indiana.

   She is survived by her husband, Leroy of Beaverton; daughters Sue and Joe Mishler of Sanford and Jan and Ken Hudson of Beaverton; sons Tom and Marcy Grant of Beaverton, and Dan and Patty Grant of Beaverton; grandchildren Jeni and Mark Grove, Sally and Jason Hitsman, Laura and Gavin Brandon, Missy and Ryan Schmidt, Mindy and Brent Mercer, Adam Mishler and special friend Amanda Opbroek, Kurt Mishler and fiance Erin Faber, Becky Grant, Lindsey and Greg Grant-DeLisle, Lacey Grant, Matt Hudson and fiance Allison Cotter, and Alyssa Hudson; great-grandchildren Grant Brandon, Hunter Mercer and Brainne Mishler; brothers Rolland and Leora Gunderman of Clare and Glen and Arlene Gunderman of Clare; sister Goldie and Nuke Rodgers of Clare; and several and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents.

   Funeral services were held Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2003 at Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton with Rev. Henry List officiating. Burial took place in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Visitation was held Monday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Relay for Life or Beaverton R.I.F. Program. Gladwin County Record dated 08-27/2003 Column - 4 Page - 4

 

GEORGE GRASHAW (? - 30 JULY 1914) - 67 years old.

 

ROBERT V. GRAVER (16 FEB 1932 - 9 DEC 1998)

 

ROBERT V. GARVER

 

Robert V. Garver, 66, of Beaverton, died Wednesday, Dec. 9, 1998 at home in Tobacco Township, after a short illness. Born Feb. 16, 1932 in Clare County, he lived in Gladwin

County since 1994 and previously lived in Bellville. Robert married the former Dorothea Smith, May 29,1954 in Houghton Lake. He was a veteran. Robert worked for Federal Screw Works in Romulus as a mill wright operator.

 

Besides his wife he is survived by four daughters, Denise and husband Domnic Fratangelo of

Pittsburgh, Pa.; Arlene Garver, and Cathy Ehgotz, both of Hartland, and Robin and husband Daniel demons of Linden; one son, Guy Steve and wife Velvet of Fowlerville; six brothers; five sisters; and eight grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one brother, and one sister.

 

Services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery, Beaverton with

Nial Abbott officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-16/1998 Column – 2 Page – 2.

 

ALBERT N. GREEN (13 OCT 1907 - 16 OCT 1959)      

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO ALBERT GREEN

 

   Albert N. Green, 52, died Friday evening at his Billings Township home after a two-year illness. He was born Oct. 13, 1907 at West Branch. A carpenter, Mr. Green was married Dec. 18, 1929, to the former Ione Winer at Detroit. They came to Billings Township from West Branch 15 years ago to make their home.

   Surviving are his wife, Ione; two sons, Airman 1/C Robert Green, Kalmagh Falls, Oregon, and PFC Gerald Green, Irvine, Calif.; his mother Mrs. Susan Green, of San Bernadino, Calif.; five brothers, August, Emery, and James, of West Branch. Karl, of Rose City, and Chester of Inkster; five sisters, Mrs. Emma Roman, San Bernadino; Mrs. Adelaine Kloching of Garden City, Mrs. Caroline Norton, and Mrs. Ann Hagerman, of West Branch, and Mrs. Lorraine Baldin, of Richmond, Ind.; and four grandchildren.

   Funera services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the Miner Funeral Home. The Rev. Carl Hilbert officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-21/1959 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

HAZEL D. GREEN (1898 - 1953)

 

ARDITH GAIL GREENACRE (17 FEB 1938 - ?)

 

DEVILO GEROLD GREENACRE (13 OCT 1942 - 3 JAN 1999)

 

DeVilo G. Greenacre, 56, of Beaverton, died Sunday, Jan. 3, 199 at home after a short illness. Born Oct. 13, 1942 in Gladwin, he was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County. He was a polymer operator for The Dow Chemical Company in Midland. DeVilo married A. Gail Williams, August 6, 1988 in Coleman. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War, serving in the U.S. Navy.

   Besides his wife he is survived by two daughters, Shawn and husband Jeffrey Smith of Ft. Pierce, Fla., and Alshia Greenacre of Ocala, Fla.; two stepdaughters, Tamara Mann of Mt. Pleasant, and Deborah and husband Gary Walker of LaQuinta, Calif.; two brothers, Lee H. of Lansing, and Everett J. of Clare; and one sister, Carlene Hutchins of Arizona. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Leola Attenburger in 1990, and Annabelle Williams in 1988.

   Services will be held at 11 a.m. tomorrow (Thursday) at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel with Rev. Duane Koontz officiating. Burial will be in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Visitation will be today (Wednesday) noon to 9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Gladwin, MidMichigan Visiting Nurse, or Pardee Cancer Fund. Gladwin County Record dated 01-06/1999 Column - 2 Page - 2

 

ANNA ROSALIE (GERHART) GREENE (11 AUG 1921 - 25 DEC 2002)

 

   Anna “Rosalie” Greene , our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother went to her Lord and Savior on his birthday, December 25, 2002, after a sudden illness. Anna “Rosalie” Greene was born August 11, 1921, in Lawrence County, Illinois. Her parents, Dewey D. Gerhart and Lora (Norton) Gerhart preceded her in death, as did one brother, Dewey Gerhart, Jr., and one sister, Ida DeWitt. Rosalie graduated from Beaverton High School and married the class president/captain of the football team, Thomas D. Bergman, a lifelong resident of Beaverton. They were married for 32 years and had three children together. He preceded her in death in 1972. Rosalie married Lowell “Dale” Greene in 1979, and lived in Mount Pleasant. They were married for 19 years. He preceded her in death in 1998. Rosalie then moved to Midland and lived there for four years, and just recently moved to Gladwin, Michigan, to be with her daughter and son-in-law.

   Rosalie is survived by her three children, Gary R. (Valerie) Bergman of Midland; David G. (Elizabeth) Bergman of Mount Pleasant; and Cathryn S. (Harry) Geweniger of Gladwin. She has four grandchildren, Jeffrey T. (Carmie) Bergman of Indianapolis, Indiana; Cheryl Bergman of Farmington Hills; David Bergman of Monroe; and Daniel (Lisa) Bergman of Mount Pleasant. She also has five wonderful great-grandchildren. Also surviving are her brothers, Robert (Mary) Gerhart of Bayonit Point, Florida; John (Pat) Gerhart of Bayonit, Florida; Gene (Nila) Gerhart of Springhills, Florida; and Daniel (Noreene) Gerhart of Hudson, Florida; two sisters, Bernice Linton and Linda Clothier of Midland; and a sister-in-law, Neva Gerhart of Reed City; as well as many nieces and nephews. Rosalie was a lifetime member of the Ladies Auxiliary, V.F.W. Post 7303. She was a member of Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church of Oak Forest, Illinois, and attended its Midland Chapel. Rosalie’s faith in God and her neverending love and support for her family and close friends will always be cherished in the minds and hearts of those who knew and loved her. She was a truly beautiful person both inside and out, and could light up a room with her entrance.

   Funeral services were conducted by Pastor David T. Mensing from Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1:00 p.m., Saturday, December 28, 2002, at Hall Funeral Home, 430 South Ross St., Beaverton, with visitation from 12:00 p.m., until the time of service. Services were followed by burial at Dale Cemetery in Beaverton, and then a luncheon at the V.F.W. Hall in Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 12-31/2002 Column - ? Page - ?

 

JERRY CLARK GREER (14 AUG 1890 - 23 OCT 1963)

 

PASSES AFTER LONG ILLNESS

 

   Jerry C. Greer, 73, died last Wednesday at his home in Beaverton after a four year illness. Born in Putnam County, Ohio, on August 14, 1890, he came to Beaverton from Midland County in 1921. He was married to the former Marie Mogg on Nov. 25, 1914, in Midland. A member of the Gladwin County Farm Bureau, he served the community as alderman on the city council and was a member of county and township A.S. C. committees.

   Surviving are his wife, Marie; two daughters, Mrs. Dorothy McMahon and Mrs. Deora Oliver, of Beaverton; two brothers, Dean Geer, of Coleman and Oris Geer, of Lansing; three sisters, Mrs. Orpha LaLone and Mrs. Rose Lorenzen, of Pontiac and Mrs. Lela Brugger, of Clare; seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

   Funeral services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren with Rev. Randall Roose officiating. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-30/1963 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

MARIE M. (MOGG) GREER (1 FEB 1899 - 21 SEP 1975)

 

Mrs. Marie M. Geer, 76, of Beaverton, died suddenly Sunday, Sept. 21, at her home at 316 Glidden Road. Born in Alfred Station, N.Y., on February 1, 1899, she had lived in Gladwin County most of her life. Mrs. Geer was a member of the Beaverton Church of The Brethren, Dale-Billings Ladies Aid and the Gladwin County Farm Bureau. The former Marie Mogg, she was married to Jerry C. Geer on November 25, 1914, in Midland. He preceded her in death on October 23, 1963.

   Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Roger (Dorothy) McMahon and Mrs. Edwin (Deora) Oliver, both of Beaverton; seven granddaughters; and 11 great grandchildren. A son also preceded her in death. Services were held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. from the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Henry List and Rev. Arthur Whisler officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 09-24/1975 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

PAUL GREER (1921 - 1921)

 

CHARLES GRIBBEN (? - 1935)

 

AGNES W. GROHOSKI (29 AUG 1917 - 7 NOV 1999)

 

   Agnes W. Grohoski, , 82, of Beaverton, died Sunday, Nov. 7, 1999 at the home of her grandchildren, Bob, Lori, and Krystal Fritcher in Beaverton after a long illness.

Born Aug. 29, 1917 in Bridgeport, Ala., she lived in Gladwin County since 1970 and previously lived in Flint.  Agnes married Edward S. Grohoski, Nov. 23, 1935 in Flint. He preceded her in death Sept. 25, 1986. She worked in the Adult Education Department of Mott Foundation in Flint, retiring in 1972 after 20 years.  She was a member of St. Anne’s Catholic Church, past president of the Highwood Senior Citizen Club, and member of the Gladwin County Home Extension Club.

   Surviving are one son, James and wife Beth of Flint; one daughter, Sandra and husband Gary Fritcher of Smyrna, Tenn.; 11 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by three brothers and one sister.

   Services will be held at 11 a.m. tomorrow (Thursday) at St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Edenville with Rev. Father Todd Arnberg of St. Anne’s Catholic Church officiating. Burial will be in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton.

Friends may call at the Hall Funeral Home-Beaverton Chapel today (Wednesday) noon until 9 p.m. A scripture service will be held at 7 p.m. today (Wednesday) at the funeral home. A Legion of Mary Rosary will be held at 10 a.m. tomorrow (Thursday) at St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Edenville.

Memorial contributions may be made to MidMichigan Hospice. Gladwin County Record dated 11-10/1999 Column - 2 Page - 2  

 

EDWARD S. GROHOSKI (1913 - 1986)

 

ALLEN DARWIN GROVE (1933 - ?)

 

BETTY ALICE (GRANT) GROVE (2 MAY 1936 - 25 AUG 2000)

 

Betty A. Grove, 64, of Beaverton, died suddenly Friday, Aug. 25, 2000 at the University of Michigan Medical Center, Ann Arbor. Born May 2, 1936 in Beaverton, she was the daughter of the late William and Laura (Conklin) Grant. Betty married Allen Darwin Grove, July 1, 1955 in Beaverton. She was a member of the Dale First United Methodist Church.

   Besides her husband she is survived by two sons, Timothy and wife Robin, and Rodney and wife Lori, all of Beaverton; two daughters, Mary Beth and husband Larry Zelt of Gladwin, and Sheila and husband Dennis Piegols of Hope; four brothers, Roy Grant, Bert Grant, Bill Grant, and Richard Grant, all of Beaverton; two sisters, Eva Fuller of Ann Arbor and Leora Gunderman of Clare; and nine grandchildren.

   She was preceded in death by one brother, Wilbert Grant. Services were held Tuesday at the Sisson Funeral Home with Pastors Fred LeMere and David Stewart officiating. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Dale First United Methodist Church. Gladwin County Record dated 08-30/2000 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

HAZEL MAE (MCKIMMY) GRUBER (28 JULY 1894 - 14 FEB 1960)

 

SERVICES FRIDAY for MRS. GRUBER

 

     Mrs. Hazel Gruber, 65, passed away at her home in Tucson, Ariz., Sunday, Feb 14, following a six months illness. The daughter of the late Rev. and Mrs. John L. McKimmy, she was born July 28, 1894, at Blissfield. Mrs. Gruber came to Beaverton with her parents in 1902 and spent most her life here. She was married to John Gruber January 10, 1923. Mr. Gruber passed away in October, 1928. Mrs. Gruber was a member of the Church of the Brethren. In 1941 Mrs. Gruber and son Lincoln went to Tucson where she has been living since.

     Survivors include one son, Lincoln; J. Ray McKimmy and Clayton McKimmy; and one sister, Ruth Yager, all of Beaverton. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren with the Rev. Carl Hilbert officiating, and burial will be made in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02/17/1960 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

CLARENCE LEROY GUERNSEY (28 JUNE 1888 - 14 FEB 1960)

 

RITES TODAY FOR ROY GUERNSEY

 

   Funeral services were held today (Wednesday) for Clarence LeRoy Guernsey, 71, at the Dale Methodist Church, with the Rev. Earl Fogelsonger and the Rev. Verne Summers officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. Mr. Guernsey, a retired farmer, died February 14 at his home in Tobacco Township, after a long illness. He was born June 28, 1888, in Lenawee County and married the former Gladys Denzer June 3, 1921. A resident of Gladwin County for 57 years, he served as Tobacco Township clerk for several years, taught school in the county, also was an oil lease buyer.

   Survivors include his wife, Gladys; one son, Max of Beaverton; four daughters, Mrs. Verta Tolly of Leslie, Mrs. Wilda Rowley of Gladwin, Mrs. Cora Lee Foster and Mrs. Bonnie Tolly of Beaverton; one brother, Clement, of Beaverton; two sisters, Mrs. Verta Smith of Shephard and Mrs. Grace Smith of Freeland, and 14 grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 02-17/1960 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

CLEMENT TERRENCE GUERNSEY (11 APRIL 1890 - 25 OCT 1985)

 

Clement T. Garnsey, 95, of 3219 Lang Rd. Beaverton, died at his home Friday, Oct. 25, after a long illness. Born in Lenawee County April 11, 1890, he came to Gladwin County in 1900. He was a school teacher for 30 years with the last 9 as principal at the Winegar School. Mr. Garnsey retired in 1953. He was married to the former Edna Todd May 8, 1927, in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Ira of Beaverton; one sister, Mrs. Grace Smith of Shepherd; and a grandson. Services were held Monday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Bruce Hatch officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-30/1985 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

CORA MINERVA (BASER) GUERNSEY (8 OCT 1867 - 16 OCT 1941)

 

RITES HELD FOR MRS. IRA GUERNSEY

 

   Funeral services were held Sunday, October 19th for Mrs. Ira Guernsey at the Dale Methodist Church. Cora Minerva Baser was born October 8, 1867 at Corunna and died at her home in Dale, October 16, 1941. To her marriage to Ira Guernsey five children were born, one daughter, Ellen preceding her in death at the age of 18 months.

   Mr. and Mrs. Guernsey have been residents of Gladwin county since 1903, when they came here from Lenawee county. Surviving her are her husband, two sons, Clarence LeRoy of Beaverton, Clement Terrence of Gladwin and two daughters Vertie Mae of Flint and Grace Edna of Midland, a brother, Delbert C. Baser of Sanford and a number of grand-children.

   Rev. Howard McDonald of Beaverton gave the prayer at the house and George Huber officiated at the church services. Burial was in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-22/1941 Column  - 7 Page - 4

 

EDITH MYRTLE (MCKIMMY) GUERNSEY (7 AUG 1892 - 13 DEC 1918)

 

MRS. CLARENCE LEROY GUERNSEY

 

   Edith Myrtle Guernsey died Dec. 13 at her home in Tobacco township, a victim of influenza. She was born Aug. 17, 1892, in Lenawee county. Services were held Dec. 16, conducted by W. B. Neff. Burial in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-19/1918 Column - 4 Page - 5

 

   Mrs. Edith Myrtle Guernsey was born Aug. 7, 1892, in Lenawee county, Michigan, where at the age of 13 years she became a member of The Church of the Brethren. When 17 years of age she married C. LeRoy Guernsey of Beaverton, Mich., and a year later moved with her husband to Gladwin county where they lived until the time of her death, caused by influenza, Dec. 13, 1918. Funeral services were held at her home Dec. 16. 1918, Interment at Dale cemetery. She is mourned by her husband C. LeRoy Guernsey, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Isaac McKimmy, a sister, Nina, two brothers, Clifford and Otis, also by many friends in both Lenawee and Gladwin counties. Gladwin County Record dated 12-26/1918 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

EDNA M. (TODD) GUERNSEY (2 MAY 1909 - 29 MAY 1993)

 

Edna M. Garnsey, 84, of 3219 Lang Rd., Beaverton, died Saturday, May 29, 1993, at her home after a long illness. Born in Birchwood, Wisc., May 2, 1909, she moved to Gladwin County in 1930 from Coleman. The formewr Edna Todd, she was married to Clement Garnsey on May 8, 1927, in Beaverton. He preceded her in death Oct. 25, 1985.

   Surviving are one son, Ira of Beaverton; one sister, Nellie Faber of Coleman; and one grandson. She was preceded in death by 3 brothers and 2 sisters.

   Services were held Tuesday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. David Stewart officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Visiting Nurse Association or the Hospice of Gladwin Area. Gladwin County Record dated 06-02/1993 Column - 2 Page - 2

 

Note: NOT EDNA GARNSEY SUPPOSE TO BE: EDNA GUERNSEY  

 

GLADYS A. (DENZER) GUERNSEY (17 OCT 1901 - 12 JAN 1995)

 

Gladys Guernsey, 93, and a long-time resident of Beaverton, died Thursday, Jan. 12, 1995 at the Clare Nursing Home after a 7-month residency there. Born Oct. 17, 1901, she resided at her home on Guernsey Rd. for more than 67 years before leaving it only recently to enter the Clare Nursing Home. Mrs. Guernsey served many years in township government as clerk. She taught school in Gladwin, Isabella and Midland counties and retired from Coleman Community Schools in 1968. She was an active member and Sunday school teacher at the Gladwin Free Methodist Church. The former Gladys Denzer married Roy Guernsey June 3, 1921. He preceded her in death Feb. 14, 1960.

   Surviving are 4 daughters, Verta (Billie) and husband John Tolly of Niles, Wilda and husband George Rowley of Gladwin, Coralee and husband Frank Foster of Beaverton, and Bonnie and husband James Tolly of Beaverton; one son, Max and wife Shirley of Beaverton; 17 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by 2 sisters, Gertrude Weiman and Nina Hockaday; one granddaughter, Jeannine Tolly Klassen; one grandson, John Rogers Tolly; and 2 great-grandsons, Christopher Tolly and Christopher Harrell.

   Services were held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Gladwin Free Methodist Church with the Rev. Robert Marshall officiating. Burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider the Gideons or the Gladwin Free Methodist Church. Arrangements were handled by the Sisson Funeral Home, Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 01-18/1995 Column - 1 Page - 6  

 

IRA LINCOLN GRANT GUERNSEY (13 JULY 1865 - 15 MARCH 1947)

 

Ira L. Guernsey, 82, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Lloyd Smith in Midland, on Saturday, March 15. Funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 at the Dale church, preceded by a short prayer service at the home of his son, Clem Guernsey, at 1:30. Rev. George Huber, of the Midland Methodist church officiated.

 

Mr. Guernsey was born in Lenawee county, on July 13, 1865 and was a resident of Gladwin county for 45 years. He and his wife, who passed away about five years ago, operated a farm for many years.

 

Surviving are two sons, LeRoy and Clem Guernsey, of Gladwin county; two daughters, Mrs. Lloyd Smith and Mrs. Theodore Smith, of Midland. Gladwin County Record dated 3-19/1947 Column – 4 Page – 1.

 

WAYNE LEROY GUERNSEY (? - ?)

 

CAROL L. (TOMKINS) GUILES (19 DEC 1938 - 20 MAY 1997)

 

Carol L. Guiles, 58, of Beaverton, died Tuesday, May 20, 1997 at home after a short illness. Born Dec. 19, 1938 in Frankfort, she was a homemaker. The former Carol Tomkins married Jim Guiles, Aug. 8, 1955 in Angola, Ind.

   Besides her husband she is survived by one daughter, Jennifer of Livonia; four sons, Kevin and wife Cindy of Livonia, Eric and wife Mary of Walled Lake, Gregory of Beaverton, and Brian of Westland; three brothers, Dale Tomkins of Farmington Hills, Jim and Richard Tomkins of Hubbard Lake; one sister, Barbara Parsons of Las Cruces, N.M.; nine grandchildren; and 12 nieces and nephews.

   Services were held at 1 p.m. Friday at the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel with the Rev. Timothy Verity officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery, Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 05-28/1997 Column - 2 Page - 2  

 

JAMES A. GUILES (1936 - ?)

 

H'S

 

PATRICK EDWARD HAINES (26 FEB 1969 - 11 NOV 1984)

 

GLADWIN YOUTH FATALLY HURT IN CAR - PEDESTRIAN MISHAP

 

   Investigation is continuing into the death of a 15-year-old Gladwin youth who was struck by a car on S. M-18 Saturday night after running into the road. Patrick Haines, a Gladwin High School sophomore, was attending a wedding reception at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 751 S. M-18 about 11:54 p.m. Saturday when he ran into the road, said Gladwin Sheriff's officers. The youth was struck by a car driven by Gary D. Hawks Jr., 16, of Beaverton.

   Deputies said Hawks, who was heading south, was unable to avoid hitting Haines. The victim was taken to the Gladwin Area Hospital where, he was pronounced dead at 12:45 a.m. Sunday. Hawks and a passenger, a 16-year-old Beaverton girl who was not identified, were treated for minor injuries at Gladwin Hospital and released.

   Deputies were assisted at the scene by Gladwin State Police and Beaverton and Gladwin City Police. The accident remains under investigation and officers say they do not know why Haines ran into the roadway. Haines is the eighth traffic fatality of the year in the county. His obituary appears on page 2 of this section. Gladwin County Record dated 11-14/1984 Colunn - 1 Page - 1

 

PATRICK HAINES

 

   Patrick Edward Haines, 15, of 5448 Riverview Dr., Gladwin, died Sunday, Nov. 11, in the Gladwin Area Hospital of injuries sustained in an automobile pedestrian accident Saturday night. Born in Flint on Feb. 26, 1969, he had spent most of his life in Gladwin County. He was a sophomore at Gladwin High School.

   Surviving are his parents, Michael and Carolyn Haines; a twin brother, Michael, at home; 3 sisters, Tammy, Tracy and Talitha, at home; grandparents, Mrs. Daisy Pratt and Mr. and Mrs. Ervin Haines of Gladwin; and great grandfather, Fred Haines of Gladwin.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Louie Galaway officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-14/1984 Colunn - 3 Page - 2  

 

L. G. "TED" HAIR (14 DEC 1912 - 22 MARCH 1996)

 

L. G. (Ted) Hair, 83, of Gladwin, died Friday, March 22, 1996 at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center - Gladwin following a long illness. Born Dec. 14, 1912 in Oakwood, Ohio, he resided in Gladwin County since 1974 when he moved from the Tri-City area. He had been employed as a parts man with Draper Chevrolet in Saginaw and Burt Watson in Freeland for 42 years and retired in 1974. Mr. Hair married the former Myrtle M. Decker March 3, 1933 in South Bend, Ind. She preceded him in death Dec. 22, 1980.

   Surviving are 4 sons, Ted J. and wife Lucille of Beaverton, Larry and wife Darlene of Bay City, Rodney and wife Kathy of Beaverton, and Steven of Hope; one brother, Richard of Bellview, Fla.; 2 sisters, Elsie Brassauer and Mary Katherine Schook, both of Skidway Lake; 12 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren.

   Rites were held at 1 p.m. Monday, March 25 from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton chapel. Pastor Jim Walters officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery, Tobacco Township. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the Billings Township Fire Department or the American Lung Association. Gladwin County Record dated 03-27/1996 Column - 2 Page - 7  

 

MYRTLE M. (DECKER) HAIR (7 JULY 1914 - 22 DEC 1980)

 

Mrs. Myrtle M. Hair, 66, of 1145 E. Norway St., Hope, died suddenly Monday, Dec. 22, in the Midland Hospital Center. Born in Gladwin County on July 7, 1914, she moved back to the area in 1974 from the tri-cities area. The former Myrtle Decker, she was married to Ted Hair Sr. on March 3, 1933, in South Bend, Ind.

   Surviving besides her husband are, 4 sons, Ted Jr. of Beaverton, Larry of Bay City, Rodney of Rhodes and Steven of Hope; one brother, Dennis McGuire of Alma; 3 sisters, Mrs. Vesta Devereaux of Hope, Mrs. Geraldine Scigliano of Mt. Morris and Mrs. Wanda Sempsrott of Perry; 13 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

   Services were held Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-31/1980 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

DELVIN R. HALL (1967 - 1990)

 

DONALD F. HALL (20 JULY 1915 - 22 JULY 1985)

 

Donald F. Hall, 70, of 5202 Ostlund Dr., Hope, died Monday, July 22, in the Midland Hospital Center. He was born July 20, 1915, in Sturgis. Mr. Hall and the former Catherine Douglas were married April 19, 1941, in Detroit. Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 daughters, Sandra of Gladwin and Mrs. Carol Leige of Midland; and one sister, Mrs. Dorothy Kingsley of Grand Rapids. Services were held today, Wednesday, at 11 a.m. from the Ware, Smith, Woolever Co. in Midland. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Gladwin Activities Center for the handicapped. Gladwin County Record dated 07-24/1985 Column - 1 Page - 2 

 

GLENNA A. (MOSS) HALL (1937 - ?)

 

TIMOTHY LEE HALL (9 NOV 1963 - ABT. 27 NOV 1963)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR INFANT

 

   Funeral services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home for Timothy Lee Hall, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Hall, of Sanford, who was born in Clare on Nov. 9. The Rev. Harold Messer, of Clare, officiated with burial in the Dale Cemetery.

   Besides his parents, he is survived by a brother, Wayne Jr., and a sister, Jolene, at home; grandmothers, Mrs. Dora Hall, of Midland, and Mrs. Bernadine Govitz, of Gladwin; and grandfather, Raymond Hall, of Elwell. Gladwin County Record dated 12-04/1963 Column - 7 Page - 2  

 

URLA L. HALL (1 NOV 1921 - ?)

 

WAYNE D. HALL (1936 - ?)

 

MARIANN L. HAMMOND (9 DEC 1961 - 29 APRIL 1979)

 

Mariann L. Hammond, 17, of 1322 Guernsey Rd., Beaverton, died Sunday, April 29, in the Midland Hospital Center following a long illness. Born in Tennessee on December 9, 1961, she came to Gladwin County in 1973 from Sterling Heights. She was a member of the Beaverton High School junior class.

   Surviving are her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Swartz of Beaverton; one sister, Marie with the U.S. Navy in Japan; her twin brother, Michael at home; and her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Claude Webber of Minnesota and Mrs. Marcy Swartz of Warren. Services were held today, Wednesday, at 10:30 a.m. from St. Anne's Catholic Church in Edenville. The Rev. Father Robert Davey officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 05-02/1979 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

MARY E. HARDER (1888 - 1948)

 

W. EUGENE HARDER (1878 - 1955)

 

FREDERICK ALDERMAN HARDGROB (06 AUG 1892 - 11 FEB 1913)

 

Frederick Alderman Hardgrob died at his parental home in Tobacco township, Feb. 11, of tuberculosis, aged 20 years, six months and five days. Interment took place in Dale cemetery Feb. 14. Gladwin County Record dated 02-20/1913 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

ROWLAND C. HARDGROVE (1857 - 20 MARCH 1934)

 

R. C. HARGROVE DIES AT BATTLE CREEK SUDDENLY

 

   R. C. Hardgrove of Beaverton died March 20, 1934 at Battle Creek at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Edward Arnett, after an illness of two days. Hardgrove was born in California in 1857, and has been a resident of Beaverton several years. The Hardgroves were spending the winter with their daughters at Battle Creek and Marshall.

   He is survive by his wife, Violet  E.  Hardgrove of Beaverton; two daughters, Mrs. Edward Arnett of Battle Creek, and Mrs. Conners of Marshall; and two sons, Shelby Hardgrove of Haydenville, Ohio, and Geo. Hardgrove of Nelsonville, Ohio. Services were held at the Methodist church at Beaverton, conducted by Rev. Mr. Norton, Thursday, March 22, at 1:30 p.m. Burial was at Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-29/1934 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

VIOLET E. (BOALS) HARDGROVE (24 JUNE 1859 - 20 JULY 1945)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS. HARDGROVE

 

   Mrs. Violet Boals Hardgrove, 86, died Friday, July 20, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Stella Conner at Battle Creek, with whom she had been (?) her home since her recent serious illness. Violet Boals was born in Perry County, Ohio on June 24, 1859 and was later married to Roland Hardgrove, who died in March, 1934. The family have lived in Beaverton or vicinity for the past 45 years. She was a member of the Beaverton Methodist church and the Women's Society.

   Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Mary Arnett and Mrs. Stella Conners of Battle Creek; two sons, Shelby Hardgrove of Haydenville, Ohio and George Hardgrove of Nelsonville, Ohio; a brother, Grant Boals of New Plymouth, Ohio; eleven grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild and several nieces.

   Funeral services were held Monday at 1 p.m. at the Beaverton Methodist Church. Rev. Charles Haun of Clare and Rev. Donald Sailor of Beaverton officiated and burial took place in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-25/1945 Column - 8 Page - 1   

 

WALTER HARDGROVE (1885 - 1932)

 

MOSES HARGER (1824 - 1896)

 

BERT H. HARPER (1877 - NOV 1943)

 

BURIAL SERVICE SUNDAY FOR BERT HARPER HERE

 

   Services will be held Sunday afternoon at two o'clock at the Dale Cemetery for Bert Harper who passed away last November at their home in Arlington, Virginia. At the time of his death it was impossible to make the trip here and the body was placed in a vault until this time.

   Mrs. Harper will accompany the body and expects to arrive here sometime Saturday. The Harpers were formerly Beaverton residents but have lived in Virginia several years. Mrs. Harper was formerly Miss Myrta Fairchild of Dale. Gladwin County Record dated 04-26/1944 Column - 2 Page - 4  

 

ESTELLA (DUMONT) HARPER (18 MARCH 1889 - 2 MAY 1981)

 

Mrs. Estella D. Harper, 75, of 113 Tower Lane, Edenville, died Saturday, May 2, in the Midland Hospital Center after a short illness. Born in Tobacco Township March 18, 1889, she had spent most of her life here. Surviving are 2 sons, Doran Lewis of Edenville and Dwayne Lewis of Flint; one sister, Mrs. Nettie Russell of Beaverton; 5 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and 13 great great grandchildren.

   Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Bruce Hatch officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-06/1981 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

MYRTA (FAIRCHILD) HARPER (2 MARCH 1882 - 24 JAN 1967)

 

MRS. HARPER'S SERVICES FRIDAY

 

   Services will be held Friday at 1:00 p.m. for Mrs. Myrta Harper, 84, of Beaverton. Mrs. Harper died Tuesday, Jan. 24, following a long illness. Born at Lyons, Ohio, March 2, 1882, she came with her parents to the Beaverton area in 1884. The former Myrta Fairchild and Bert Harper were married in 1910 at Beaverton and went to Washington D.C., in 1921. She was employed by the government. He preceded her in death in 1944. Mrs. Harper returned to Beaverton in 1961.

   She is survived by one brother, Claud D. Fairchild, of Beaverton. The Rev. Lee G. Long will officiate at the services at the Hall Funeral Home and burial will be in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-25/1967 Column - 3 Page - 1  

 

MARGARET CLARA (DIETRICH) HARTNER (6 SEP 1913 - 31 MARCH 1978)

 

Margaret Clara Hartner, 64, of 5565 S. M-18, Beaverton, died Friday, March 31, in the Clare Osteopathic Hospital following a short illness. Born in Buena Vista Township, Saginaw County, on September 6, 1913, she came to Gladwin County in 1961. She was a member of the County Farm Bureau and the Lutheran faith. THe former Margaret Dietrich, she was married to Max C. Hartner on January 1, 1935, in Reese.

   Surviving besides her husband are 2 sons, Orville and Max of Beaverton; 3 daughters, Mrs. Robert (Delenor) Bell of Linwood; Mrs. Otto (Phyllis) Jury and Mrs. Dale (Brenda) Fox of St. Johns; her mother, Mrs. Margaret Dietrich of Saginaw; and 10 grandchildren.

   Services were held Monday, at 1:30 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Herbert Biermann officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-05/1978 Column - 3 Page - 2   

 

MAX CHRISTIAN HARTNER (17 MARCH 1906 - 19 JUNE 1983)

 

Max Christian Hartner, 77, of 5535 S. M-18, Beaverton, died Sunday, June 19, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Phyllis Jury of St. Johns. Born in Bloomfield Township, Saginaw County, on March 17, 1906, he came to Beaverton in May 1961. He was a farmer and a member of the Saginaw County Farm Bureau and Our Savior Lutheran Church. Mr. Hartner was married to the former Margaret Dietrich on January 1, 1935, in Reese. She preceded him in death March 31, 1978.

   Surviving are 2 sons, Orville and Max of Beaverton; 3 daughters, Mrs. Robert (Delenor) Bell of Linwood, Mrs. Otto (Phyllis) Jury and Mrs. Dale (Brenda) Fox of St. Johns; 2 sisters, Mrs. Irene Haske of Bay City and Mrs. Era Prahl of Flint; 11 grandchildren and 2 step-children.

   Services were held Tuesday at 11 a.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. William Winter officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-22/1983 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

TODD ANDREW HARTNER (17 FEB 1973 - 19 MAY 1976)

 

DROWNS IN POOL

 

   A 3-year-old Tobacco Township child drowned Wednesday evening while his father was cleaning the family swimming pool. Todd A. Hartner of 5535 S. M-18, was pronounced dead at 7:05 p.m. at the Gladwin Area Hospital after measures to revive the child failed, according to Gladwin Sheriff's officers.

   Deputies reported the child was playing by the pool when his father, Max C. Hartner, turned and walked to a shed thinking his son was following him. The boy was submerged about five minutes before mouth to mouth resusitation was attempted officers said. Gladwin County Record dated 05-26/1976 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

TODD ANDREW HARTNER

 

   Todd Andrew Hartner, 3, of Beaverton, drowned Wednesday, May 19, after he fell into the swimming pool at the home of his parents at 5535 S. M-18, Beaverton. He was born on February 17, 1973, in Midland, and was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Gladwin.

   Surviving are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Max Hartner Jr.; two brothers, Michael and David, both at home; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Max Hartner Sr. of Beaverton and Mr. and Mrs. George Wright of Saginaw; great grandmother, Mrs. Margareth Dietrich of Saginaw and great grandfather, Earl Floud of Hemlock.

   Services were held Saturday at 11 a.m. from Our Savior Lutheran Church. The Rev. Herbert Biermann officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 05-26 1976 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

JOSEPH CLAYTON HARVEY (18 NOV 1917 - 6 APRIL 1996)

 

Joseph C. Harvey, 78, of Beaverton, died suddenly Saturday, April 6, 1996 at home. Born Nov. 18, 1917 in Eaton County, he resided in Gladwin County since 1946 when he moved from Vermontville. Mr. Harvey served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was employed by Robinson Industries until retiring in 1975 after 25 years. He also farmed.

   Surviving are one brother, Roy Harvey of Beaverton; and 2 sisters, Margie Joppie of Vermontville, and Helen Potter of Gladwin. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Gale and Frank Harvey and a sister, Sarah Channell.

   Rites were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 9 from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton chapel. The Rev. David Stewart officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery, Tobacco Township. Gladwin County Record dated 04-10/1996 Column - 2 Page - 7

 

LEROY G. HARVEY (2 SEP 1911 - 21 MAY 2005)

LeRoy G. Harvey, 93, of Gladwin died May 21, 2005 at home following a short illness. He was born in Berry County on Sept. 2, 1911 to James and Matilda (Childs) Harvey. He married the former Florence Peters in Angola, Indiana on Jan. 2, 1937. He was a self-employed farmer. He lived in Gladwin County since 1946 having previously resided in Vermontville.

Surviving are his wife, Florence Harvey of Gladwin; his daughter, Sharon (Richard) Walters of Grand Blanc; his grandchildren, Scott (Dawnn) Walters of Burton, and Rebecca Walters of Grand Blanc; his Great-grandchildren, Derek Walters and Gabriel Walters, both of Grand Blanc, and Jordan Walters and Payton Walters, both of Burton; and his sister, Margie “Dollie” Joppie of Vermontville. He was predeceased by his parents; three brothers, Gale, Frank and Joe; and two sisters, Helen Potter and Sarah Channell.

A funeral service was conducted on Tuesday, May 24 at Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton with Rev. Harold Owens officiating. Burial took place at Tobacco Township Cemetery in Beaverton.

LILLIE MAY HATFIELD (1898 - 1946)

 

SELDEN C. HATFIELD (9 JUNE 1896 - 3 FEB 1974)

 

Selden C. (Slim) Hatfield, 77, of Gladwin, died suddenly Sunday, Feb. 3, at his home on South Antler Street. Born in Michigan on June 9, 1896, he came to Gladwin County in 1937, from Morrice. Mr. Hatfield was a self-employed carpenter and retired 10 years ago. He was married to the former Elizabeth Compton on Nov. 6, 1949, in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Pauline Wesley of Beaverton and Mrs. Audrey Searson of Sanford; one son, Albert Hatfield of Perry; two step-children, Mrs. Betsey Bissell of Campbell, Calif. and Joseph Betts of Haslett; one sister, Mrs. Berniece Townsend of Morrice; and 14 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.

   Rites were held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Byron Hatch officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 02-06/1974 Column - 6 Page - 2  

 

MARION C. (HULBERT) HAVENS (7 SEP 1903 - 23 JULY 1993)

 

Marion Havens, 95, of Beaverton, died Friday, July 23, 1999 at the Gladwin Pines Nursing Home in Gladwin after a short illness. Born Sept. 7, 1903 in Montpelier, Ohio, he lived most of his life in Gladwin County. Marion married the former Martha Hulbert, July 28, 1928 in Pioneer, Ohio. She preceded him in death in 1984. He was a foreman for The Dow Chemical Company in Midland, retiring in 1969 after 27 years. He was also a deacon at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren.

   Surviving are two daughters, Sally Adgate of Muir, and Letha Havens of Midland; one sons, Allan and wife June Havens of Beaverton; 11 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, six brothers, and two sisters.

   Services were held at 11 a.m. Monday at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren with Rev. Kenn Golay and Randall Roose officiating. Burial was in Tobacco (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Memorial contribution may be made to the American Heart Association. Gladwin County Record dated 07-28/1999 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

MARTHA A. (HULBERT) HAVENS (14 AUG 1907 - 14 DEC 1984)

 

Martha A. Havens, 77, of 700 W. Knox Rd., Beaverton, died suddenly Friday, Dec. 14, in the Midland Hospital Center. Born in Plant, Ark., on Aug. 14, 1907, she moved to Gladwin County in 1934 from Flint. She was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The former Martha Hulbert, she was married to Marion Havens July 28, 1928, in Bowling Green, Ohio.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by one son, Allan, of Beaverton; 2 daughters, Mrs. Neal (Sally) Adgate of Muir and Letha Havens of Midland; one brother, Floyd of Hemet, Calif.; 2 sisters, Mrs. Louise Todd of Tulsa, Okla. and Mrs. Helen Caldwell of Flint; 11 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

   Services were held Sunday at 2:30 p.m. from the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Randall Roose officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 07-28/1999 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

DOROTHY F. HAYNES (18 SEP 1918 - 29 OCT 1998)

 

JAMES HAYNES (9 AUG 1915 - ?)

 

DOROTHY J. (BOMAN) HENRY (12 JULY 1915 - 23 NOV 1981)

 

Dorothy J. Henry, 66, of 4541 Freeman Rd., Beaverton, died Monday, Nov. 23, in the Midland Hospital Center. Born in Edenville on July 12, 1915, she attended Gladwin schools and graduated in 1932. She moved to Beaverton in 1947 from Hope. Mrs. Henry was a charter member and active in the Beaverton Baptist Church. The former Dorothy Boman, she was married to Ed Henry in 1936, in Gladwin.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by 2 daughters, Mrs. Byron (Janet) Vannest of Gladwin and Michele Henry of Harrison; 2 sons, James of Ovid and Richard of Gladwin; 3 brothers, Travis and LaVerne of Gladwin and Harold of Midland; 3 sisters, Mrs. Evelyn Matthews of Flint; Mrs. Gene Reithel of Hope and Mrs. Ida Belle DeCarlo of Gladwin; and 8 grandchildren.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Beaverton-Baptist Church. The Rev. Duane Lindsay officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 11-25/1981 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

EDWARD A. HENRY (2 SEP 1913 - 10 JAN 1996)

 

Edward A. Henry, 82, of Beaverton, died Wednesday, Jan. 10, 1996 at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center - Gladwin. Born Sept. 2, 1913 in Hope, he resided in the Beaverton area most of his life. Mr. Henry worked several years for Dow Chemical until retiring in 1969. He owned and operated the Beaverton Mcmorial Co. Mr. Henry was a charter member and active in the Beaverton Baptist Church. He married the former Dorothy Boman Dec. 24, 1936 in Gladwin. She preceded him in death Nov. 23, 1981. He then married Dorothy Harper of Edenville, Dec. 10, 1982.

   Surviving are 2 sons, Richard and wife Kay of Gladwin, and James and wife Diana of Loudonville, Ohio; 2 daughters, Janet and husband Byron Vannest of Gladwin, and Michele and husband Kevin Talley, also of Gladwin; his twin brother, James of Midland; one sister, Margaret Clark of Hope; 10 grandchildren; and one great-grandson. He was preceded in death by one brother, Archie; and 2 sisters, Mary Ramm and Bernita Henry.

   Services were held at 2 p.m. Saturday from the Beaverton Baptist Church. The Rev. Curtis Gordon officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Beaverton Baptist Church. Arrangements were handled by the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated  01-17/1996 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

JAMES E. HENRY (24 MAY 1942 - 30 JAN 1996)

 

James E. Henry, 53, of Lakeville, Ohio and formerly of Beaverton, died Tuesday, Jan. 30, 1996 at the Cleveland Clinic following a long illness. Born May 24, 1942 in Bay City, he had been employed at Merillet Industries in Loudonville, Ohio for the past 6 1/2 years as plant engineer. Mr. Henry was a member of the Clearfork Valley Wesleyan Church in Butler, Ohio, a charter member of the Beaverton Baptist Church and a member of the Gideons. He married the former Diana Kleiner July 2, 1966.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Mark and wife LeAnn of Pendleton, Ind., and David and wife Chantele of Toledo, Ohio; one daughter, Debra and husband Tyler Bragg of Toledo, Ohio; one brother, Richard Henry of Gladwin; 2 sisters, Janet Vannest and Michele Talley, both of Gladwin; and one grandson.

   Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Saturday from the Clearfork Valley Wesleyan Church in Butler, Ohio with the Rev. Richard Lupton and the Rev. David Truit officiating. Services were held at 1:30 p.m. Sunday from the Beaverton Baptist Church. The Rev. Ed Abbott officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ashland County Camp of Gideons, P.O. Box 252, Loudonville, Ohio 44842. Arrangements were handled by the Byerly Funeral Home in Loudonville, Ohio. Gladwin County Record dated  02-07/1996 Column - 3 Page - 7  

 

FREDERICK C. HENSKE (6 FEB 1904 - 11 SEP 1981)

 

Fred C. Henske, 77, 689 Quillet Rd., Beaverton, died Friday, Sept. 11, in the Clare Nursing Home following a long illness. Born in Midland County on February 6, 1904, he came to Gladwin County 20 years ago. Mr. Henske was a carpenter. Mr. Henske and the former Gladys Radle were married February 11, 1926, in Freeland.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one brother, Clarence of Lansing; 3 sisters, Mrs. Marthy Lynn of Lansing and Mrs. Hilda Clapp and Mrs. Bertha Dieterick of Merrill. Services were held Sunday at 3:30 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Paul Wargo officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-16/1981 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

GLADYS M. (RADLE) HENSKE (26 FEB 1903 - 7 FEB 1986)

 

Gladys M. Henske, 82, of 689 Quillet Dr., Beaverton, died Friday, Feb. 7, in the Clare Nursing Home after a long illnes. Born in Charlotte Feb. 26, 1903, she came to Gladwin County 25 years ago from Merrill. The former Gladys Radle, she was married to Fred C. Henske Feb. 11, 1926, in Freeland. He preceded her in death Sept. 11, 1981. Surviving are 3 nieces Ilah Johnson and Helen Lovett of Roseville and Marie Phillips of Harrisville. Rites were held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Paul Wargo officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-12/1986 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

AGNES (WATSON) HERENDEEN (29 JULY 1876 - 12 JULY 1962)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO MRS. HERENDEEN

 

   Mrs. Agnes Herendeen, 86, long-time resident of Beaverton, died, Thursday, July 12, in the Michigan Masonic Home in Alma, following an illness of three years. She lived in Beaverton 64 years and was a life member of the Eastern Stars. Mrs. Herendeen was born in Ireland on July 29, 1876, and was married to William Herendeen in 1895 in Saginaw. He preceded her in death in 1957.

   Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Carman Schlichter, Harrison, Mrs. Marion Snyder, West Branch, and Mrs. Lena Houghtaling, of Midland; two sons, Dick, of Lake Worth, Fla., and Paul, of Midland; 21 grandchildren, 34 great grandchildren. Another daughter, Mrs. Velma Boman, also preceded her in death.

   Services were held Monday, July 16, at 2 p.m. from the Beaverton Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. Ross Tracy offficiating. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07/18/1962 Column - 3 Page - 1  

 

NINA I. HEREDEEN (1913 - 1999)

 

PAUL D. HERENDEEN (1901 - 1996)

 

WELCOME D. HERENDEEN (1837 - 1923)

 

ETHEL M. HERMAN (1934 - ?)

 

KENNETH R. HERMAN (17 NOV 1927 - 11 FEB 1985)

 

Kenneth R. Herman, 57, of 1198 Guernsey Rd., Beaverton, died suddenly Monday, Feb. 11, at his home of a heart attack. Born in Saginaw Nov. 17, 1927, he came to Gladwin County in 1972. Mr. Herman operated Ken's Auto Electric in Beaverton the past 10 years. He was married to the former Ethel M. Hitchcock June 17, 1972, in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 step-sons, Duane Forshee of Midland and Keith Forshee of Washington State; 2 step-daughters, Mrs. Judy Camp of California and Mrs. Beverly Whitmer of Beaverton; 4 brothers, Vernard of Saginaw, Harold, Norman and Andrew of Midland; 3 sisters, Mrs. Betty Riggie and Mrs. Donna Kenyon of Midland and Mrs. Shirley Currie of Plainwell; and 10 grandchildren.

   Services will be held Friday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Brian Wright will officiate and burial will be in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-13/1985 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

DOROTHY V. HICKERSON (8 SEP 1918 - 29 DEC 1998)

 

Dorothy V. Hickerson, 80, of Beaverton, died Tuesday, Dec. 29, 1998 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland after a short illness. Born Sept. 8, 1918 in Seattle, Wash., she lived in Gladwin County 38 years and previously lived in Midland. She was a homemaker. Dorothy was a member of the Sanford American Legion Post #443, and Albright Shores Eagles #3655.

   Surviving are her best friend/companion, Joe Sugar of Beaverton; three sons, David and wife Carol Miller of Midland, John and wife Linda Miller of Fenton, and Dennis and friend Terry Hickerson of Beaverton; one daughter, Kathy Nelson of Hudson, Wyo., seven grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one son, Ricky Hickerson in 1970; and one daughter, Betty Hickerson in 1957.

   Services were held at 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 4 at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel with Pastor Brad Withrow officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Albright Shores Eagles Auxiliary #3655 held a special serve at 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 3.

   Memorial contributions may be made to Sanford American Legion Post #443. Gladwin County Record dated 01-13/1999 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

RICHARD RAY HICKERSON (2 MAY 1954 - 29 DEC 1969)

 

BEAVERTON YOUTH KILLED IN SNOWMOBILE - CAR CRASH

 

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{Sheriff's Deputy Larry Lawless, left, discusses with Sheriff Walter Scott the snowmobile sled and car accident Monday afternoon that took the life of 15-year-old Richard Hickerson, of Beaverton, and seriously injured Glen MacIntyre, 15, of Farmington. The sled in which the two youths were being pulled can be seen directly behind the snowmobile. Farther back is another piece of the sled and the cushion. The helmets gloves and googles of the youths can also be observed. Hickerson's death is the first snowmobile fatality Gladwin County has recorded}.

 

   A 15-year-old Beaverton High School sophomore was killed and a companion injured Monday afternoon when the snowmobile sled they were riding in was struck by a car on the Lockwood Road in Billings Township. Fatally injured was Richard Hickerson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Hickerson, of Lakeview Drive. Injured in the mishap and a patient in the Midland Hospital is Glen MacIntyre, 15, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ean D. MacIntyre, of Farmington.

   Hospital authorities said MacIntyre sustained a skull fracture, a broken left leg and facial lacerations. His condition was listed as fair, they said. Hickerson and MacIntyre were passengers in the sled with MacIntyre's brother, Bruce, 13, who was shaken up in the mishap. The sled was being pulled behind a snowmobile operated by Hickerson's brother, Denny, 14. Also riding on the snowmobile was Vic Vargo; 16 of Flint. Both escaped injury, Gladwin sheriff's officers said.

   The accident occurred on a blind curve on the Lockwood Road about 3:30 p.m. The youths were traveling on the wrong side of the road when the car, operated by Donald C. Loose, 56, of Midland, came around the curve, officers reported. Hickerson pulled to the right but was unable to get the sled out of the way in time, they reported. The car struck the left side of the sled throwing they youths out.

   Officers said there was no negligence on the part of Loose who was traveling in his own lane at 25 miles per hour or less. Funeral services for Richard Ray Hickerson will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the Ware-Smith Funeral Home in Midland. The Rev. Neil Keyes will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. today, Tuesday.

   Richard was born in Beeville, Texas, on May 2, 1954. The family came to this area in 1955. Besides his parents, he is survived by his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Hickerson, of Midland; one brother, Dennis, at home; one sister, Catherine Lynn, at home; and two step-brothers, David Miller, of Midland, and John Miller, of Flint. Gladwin County Record dated 12-30/1969 Column - 5 Page - 1 ACCOUNT OF ACCIDENT 

 

MARTHA HIGGINS (? - 2 OCT 1904) - 70 yrs, 4 mo.’s 24 days.

 

OLA M. (COTTRELL) HILDENBRAND (31 AUG 1917 - 2 FEB 1991)

 

Mrs. Ola M. Hildenbrand, 73, of 209 Doane St., Beaverton, died Saturday, Feb. 2, 1991, in the MidMichigan Regional Medical Center-Midland, after a long illness. Born in Pontiac, Aug. 31, 1917, she had spent most of her life in Gladwin County. She was a member of the Beaverton First Presbyterian Church and the Beaverton O.E.S. The former Ola Cottrell, she was married to Ralph Hildenbrand Aug. 13, 1946, in Beaverton.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by one son, Ralph of Ruth, Nev.; one daughter, Mrs. Robert (Marlene) Williams of Beaverton; 3 sisters, Helen Methner and Marion Kelley of Beaverton and Margaret Woodruff of Illinois; 5 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister, Muriel Sampson.

   Services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Donald Keen will officiate and burial will be in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Presbyterian Church. Gladwin County Record dated 02-06/1991 Column - 3 Page - 2 

 

RALPH F. HILDENBRAND, SR (13 AUG 1916 - 25 JUNE 1997)

 

Ralph F. Hildenbrand, 80, of Beaverton, died Wednesday, June 25, 1997 at home following a short illness. Born Aug. 13, 1916 in Lecompton, Kan., Mr. Hildenbrand married Ola M. Cottrell Aug. 13, 1946 in Beaverton, and was predeceased by his wife (Feb. 2, 1991); three brothers, Wilbur, Fred, and Russell; and two sisters, Lorene and Lucille. Mr. Hildenbrand, who retired as a painter for Dow Chemical Co. in Midland after 27 years, is survived by a daughter Marlene A. and, husband, Robert H. Williams of Beaverton; a son Ralph of Elko, Nev.; five grandchildren; and 12 great grandchildren.

   Mr. Hildenbrand graduated from Lecompton High School and, aside from being employed by Dow Chemical, was a self-employed barber in Beaverton for many years. He also served in the United States Army during World War II in the 7th Armored Division. Mr. Hildenbrand was a life member of the Gladwin County V.F.W. Post 7303, of the Beaverton Masonic Lodge # 453, and of the Lane University Museum in Lecompton, Kan.

   Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 28 at the Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton, with the Reverend Donald L. Keen officiating. Burial will take place in the Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. A special service was held at the graveside by V.F.W. Post 7303 Friday, June 27 at 7 p.m. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to MidMichigan Hospice; the Beaverton Presbyterian Church; the Lane University Museum in Lecompton, or the Beaverton Lions Club. Gladwin County Record dated 07-02/1997 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

ERNEST LESTER HILL (13 NOV 1901 - 23 DEC 1945)

 

ERNEST HILL DIES AFTER LONG ILLNESS

 

   Ernest Lester Hill, 44, died at the Gladwin Hospital on Sunday December 23, after an illness of about five years. Funeral services were held Wednesday, at 2 p.m. at the Latter Day Saints church, in Beaverton, with Elder S. T. Pendleton, officiating. Burial was in the Dale cemetery. Mr. Hill was born in Paulding county, Ohio, on November 13, 1901, and has lived on a farm near Beaverton for the past 30 years.

   Surviving are his wife, Nalla Mae, and one son, Albert E., at home, a twin brother, Leo, in Detroit and another brother, Sgt. Grant Hill, stationed in England; three sisters, Mrs. Gwen Mackey, of Columbus, Ohio, Mrs. Villau Hawn, of Cleveland, Ohio, and Mrs. Mary LaVeque, of Saginaw. Gladwin County Record dated 12-26/1945 Column - 6 Page - 1  

 

ROBERT E. HILL (24 NOV 1926 - 19 DEC 1981)

 

ROBERT HILL

 

Robert E. Hill, 55, of 3907 Townline Road, Rhodes, died Saturday, Dec. 19, in Westgate

Manor Nursing Home, Alma, Wednesday. December 23. 1981 after an illness of 10 years. Born in Ferndale November 24, 1926, he was a T.V. repairman for Sears in Saginaw. Mr.

Hill served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War.

 

Surviving are his mother, Mrs. Nella Walter of Gladwin; one son, Robert Jr. of Pinconning;

4 daughters, Mrs. Greg (Karen) Stech of Las Vegas, Nev., Mrs. Mark (Cathi) Fitzgerald of Rhodes, Linda Miller of Bay City and Denise Kouns of Ashland, Ky.; and 4 grandchildren.

 

Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Edler Harold McAllister officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-23/1981 Column – 4 Page – 2.

 

HARRISON O. HITCHCOCK (2 MAY 1919 - 19 OCT 2001)

 

Harrison Hitchcock, 82, of Bay City, died suddenly Oct. 19, 2001 at home.

He was born May 2, 1919 to Arthur and Ethel Hitchcock in Pontiac, Michigan and was a veteran of World War II serving in the United States Army. He married Rose Nov. 3, 1948 and she preceded him in death in 1969. He married Alexina July 18, 1970 and she preceded him in death in 1998. He worked as a carpenter at Brown and Morris in Muskegon retiring in 1981. He lived in Beaverton for two years.

   He is survived by three daughters, Norrene and husband Richard Lewis of Beaverton, P. J. and husband Ron Tobias of Houghton Lake, and Vickie and husband Larry Van Steenhouse of Unionville; a son, Jack Alexander of Kissimee, Fla.; 16 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother and one sister.

   Funeral services were held Monday, Oct. 22, 2001 at 4 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton with Pastor Chuck Bailey officiating. Burial took place in the Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Visitation was held Sunday.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Pardee Cancer Fund. Gladwin County Record dated 10-24/2001 Column - 5 Page - 2  

 

KATHLEEN V. (CAREY) HITCHCOCK (20 JAN 1920 - 13 JUNE 1971)

 

Mrs. Kathleen V. Hitchcock, 51, of Beaverton, died early Sunday morning, June 13, at the Midland Hospital, after a brief illness. Born in Hope, Jan. 20, 1920, she was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Cash Carey. She had lived most of her life in Beaverton, with the exception of six years following her marriage to Melvin Hitchcock January 14, 1939, in Beaverton.

   Survivors are her husband, Melvin; four daughters, Mrs. Madonna Asch of Beaverton, Mrs. Barbara Ockerman of Shelby, Mrs. Connie Wilburn of Baytown, Tex., and Mrs. Patricia Whiteman of New Martinsville, W. Va.; her mother, Mrs. Mildred Carey of Beaverton; three sisters, Mrs. Ulra Hall of Beaverton, Mrs. Muriel MacRae of Harrison, and Mrs. Barbara Miller of Waynesburg, Pa.; and 11 grandchildren. A son, Michael, died in 1965, and a sister, Mrs. Pauline White, in 1968.

   Services were held Wednesday (today) at 2:00 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin, with the Rev. Roger J. Browne officiating. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-16/1971 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

MICHAEL R. HITCHCOCK (16 OCT 1943 - APRIL 1965)

 

BEAVERTON MAN DIES IN CRASH

 

   A 21-year-old Beaverton man was killed and three others injured in a two-car accident on M-30 Sunday night. Michael R. Hitchcock, son of Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Hitchcock, of Rt. 1, Beaverton, died when he received a fractured neck in the mishap. The fatality was the second in two days in the county and occurred within a half-mile of where a Marlett woman was killed Saturday nigt. Investigating officers said the mishap happened about 11:30 p.m. just north of the Sun Oil Road.

   Riding with Hitchcock was James Seckman, 22, of Rt. 1, Beaverton. He is in the Gladwin Hospital with facial lacerations and a shoulder injury, hospital authorities said. Driving the second car was Ralph C. Coats, 20, of Rt. 3, Gladwin. He received minor lacerations. His passenger, Loyd Davis, 22, of Gladwin, was treated for facial lacerations and bruises, authorities said.

   Officers said the cars were traveling north when Coats' car struck Hitchcock's car in the rear causing the accident. Services were held today (Wednesday) at 2 p.m. for Hitchcock from the Hall Funeral Home. Born in Pontiac on October 16, 1943, he had spent his lifetime in Gladwin County. A graduate of Beaverton High School in 1961 and from Michigan Technological University in 1964, he was employed as a tool engineer for Brown Machine Co. in Beaverton.

   Besides his parents he is survived by four sisters, Mrs. Connie Lewis, of Albuquerque, N. M., Mrs. Barbara Ockerman, of Big Rapids; Mrs. Patricia Whiteman, of Beaverton, and Madonna at home; and his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Cash A. Carey, of Beaverton. The Rev. Aaron Hyde officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-21/1965 Column - 7 Page - 1 

 

ROSE M. (BRESLIN) HITCHCOCK (24 FEB 1920 - 5 MAY 1969)

 

NEW RESIDENT DIES MONDAY

 

   Mrs. Rose Marie Hitchcock, 49, of Beaverton and St. Louis; died suddenly Monday, May 5, in the Alma Community Hospital. She and her husband had just moved to their home on Benchley Drive, Beaverton, over the week-end from St. Louis. The former Rose Breslin, she was born in Lansing on Feb. 24, 1920. She was married to Harrison Hitchcock on Nov. 3, 1947, in Norwalk, Ohio.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by one daughter, Norene, at home; one brother, Raymond, of Framingham, Mass.; and one sister, Mrs. Roberta L. Schroeder, of Midland. Rites were held today, Wednesday, at 11 a.m. from the Sacred Heart Church. The Rev. Father Edward Trombley officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. A Rosary was said Tuesday evening at the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 05-07/1969 Column - 5 Page - 2  

 

JENIFER LYNN HITSMAN (23 APRIL 1973 - 8 JULY 1980)

 

Jenifer L. Hitsman, 7, of 1480 Guernsey Rd., Beaverton died Tuesday, July 8, in the Midland Hospital Center following a short illness. Born in Midland on April 23, 1973, she had spent her lifetime here and was in the second grade at the Beaverton Elementary School.

   Surviving are her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alton Hitsman of Beaverton; one brother, Jason, at home; her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Hitsman of Midland and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Basinger of Hope; and her great grandmother, Mrs. Grethcen Basinger of Beaverton.

   Services were held Friday at 10 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Father Robert Davey officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-16/1980 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

MAY A. HITZLER (1885 - 1931)

 

SIMON S. HITZLER (1883 - 1951)

 

LILLIS ANN "SANDY" (WILLIAMS) HOLLAND (20 JUNE 1944 - 8 OCT 1989)

 

Mrs. Lillis Ann (Sandy) Holland, 45, of Franklin, Tenn., died suddenly Sunday, Oct. 8, 1989, in Williams Medical Center. Born in Pontiac, June 20, 1944, she had resided in Beaverton from 1955 to 1962 and Carson City from 1962 until she moved to Tennessee in 1985. The former Lillis Williams, she was married to James Holland, May 16, 1986. She was formerly married to Roger Bush of Carson City in 1962.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by 2 sons, Kirk Bush of Edgewater, Fla. and E4 William Bush of West Germany; 2 daughters, Jacalyn Bush of Otsego and Joanne Bush, at home; her mother, Dessa Williams of Beaverton; 3 brothers, Robert of Beaverton, Larry of Hanover and Durwin of Jackson; one sister, Mrs. Jeannette McKimmy of Beaverton; and 3 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, Harold, Feb. 3, 1988.

   Services will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Michael Clark will officiate and burial will be in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-11/1989 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

ELIAS M. HOLLINGER (5 JUNE 1826 - 4 FEB 1909)

 

Elias Hullinger died Feb. 4 at his home near Beaverton after two months' illness. He was one of the few survivors of the Mexican war. Services were held at the Presbyterian church Beaverton, Sunday at 2 p.m. Gladwin County Record dated 02-11/1909 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

EMMA (DINGMAN) HOLLINGER (4 DEC 1831 - 23 MARCH 1905)

 

   Homer Hollinger of Detroit was here this week to attend the funeral of his mother, Mrs. E. Hollinger. Gladwin County Record dated 04-07/1905 Column - 1 Page - 8

 

   Mrs. Eva Hullinger died at her home March 23 of heart failure. Funeral was held Sunday afternoon. She leaves a husband, one son and four daughters. Gladwin County Record dated 04-07/1905 Column - 1 Page - 8

 

? HOOPER (? - ?)

 

CATHYN E. HOOPER (2 APRIL 1859 - JUNE 1921)

 

FRADEN BURNS HOOPER (? - ?)

 

FRED J. HOOPER (1943 - ?)

 

GEORGE C. HOOPER (11 NOV 1873 - 16 JUNE 1964)

 

GEORGE HOOPER 91, PASSES

 

   Funeral services for George C. Hooper, 91, of Beaverton, who died Tuesday evening after a short illness, will be Friday. Mr. Hooper was born in Castleton, Ontario, Nov. 11, 1873, and came to Gladwin County 66 years ago. Before that he had lived in Edenville. He married the former Miss Margaret Molter August 13, 1989, in Beaverton. She preceded him in death April 29 of this year.

   His survivors are three sons, Earl and Fred, of Beaverton, Glen of Coleman; three daughters, Mrs. Mina Metcalf, Mrs. Rose Davis, Mrs. Edith Wilkinson, all of Beaverton; a brother James; two sisters, Miss Rose Hooper and Miss Flora, all of Saginaw; 18 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren.

   Services will be held in the Beaverton Church of the Brethren at 2 p.m. Friday and burial wil be in the Dale Cemetery. The Rev. Randall Roose will officiate. Gladwin County Record dated 06-17/1964 Column - 6 Page - 1  

 

MARGARET A. (MOLTER) HOOPER (1880 - 29 APRIL 1964)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS. HOOPER, 83

 

   Funeral services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren for Mrs. Margaret A. Hooper, 83, who died last Wednesday after a five year illness. The Rev. Randall Roose and the Rev. Arthur Whisler officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery.

   Born in Huron County on Nov. 3, 1880, the former Margaret Molter was married to George Hooper on Aug. 13, 1898. She had been a resident of Gladwin County for 70 years.

   Surviving are her husband, George; three daughters, Mrs. Mina Metcalf, Mrs. Rose Davis and Mrs. Edith Wilkinson, of Beaverton; three sons, Fred and Earl of Beaverton, and Glen, of Coleman; two sisters, Mrs. Mable Watson, of Rockford, and Mrs. Lavina O'Neil, of California; 18 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 05-06/1964 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

ORA JANE HOOPER (15 NOV 1949 - 24 APRIL 1997)

 

Ora Jane Hooper, 47, of Tobacco Township, died suddenly Thursday, April 24, 1997 at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center-Gladwin. Born Nov. 15, 1949 in Florence Az., she lived her whole life in Gladwin County. Jane married Fred Hooper, June 16, 1968 in Beaverton. She had been employed by Robins Restaurant in Gladwin.

   Besides her husband she is survived by three sons, Fred Hooper Jr. and George Hooper, both of Beaverton, Jack and wife Jennifer Hooper of Gladwin; one daughter, Susan and husband Randy Kautz of Farwell; her mother, Abbie Dunn of Coolidge, Az.; three brothers, seven sisters; three grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

   Services were held at 11 a.m. Monday at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel, with the Rev. Mark Moore officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 04-30/1997 Column - 2 Page - 2

 

WILMA I. (GOWER) HOOPER (28 OCT 1923 - 13 MARCH 2005)

Wilma I. Hooper, 81, of Beaverton, Michigan, died March 13, 2005 at Gladwin Pines Nursing Home, Gladwin, Michigan following a short illness. She was born in Gladwin on Oct. 28, 1923 to George and Lydia (Matthews) Gower. She married Earl Hooper in Beaverton on June 30, 1942; he passed away in 1987. Wilma was a Nurse’s Aid at Gladwin Nursing Home, retiring in 1987. She was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County and a member of Rebekah’s Lodge in Gladwin.

Surviving are three children, La Nora DuBois of Shepherd, Fred (Sue) Hooper of Beaverton, and Patsy Lee LaCoss of Beaverton; 13 grandchildren and 20 Great grandchildren; numerous brothers and sisters; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband; parents; daughter-in-law, Ora Jane Hooper; one sister and one brother.

Funeral services will be Wednesday, March 16 at 11 a.m. at Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton, with pastor John Glasscock officiating. Burial will take place in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Memorial contributions may be made to Pardee Cancer or American Cancer.

CLIFFORD LINN HORN (23 JUNE 1911 - 31 MARCH 2000)

 

Clifford L. Horn, 88, of Beaverton, died Friday, March 31, 2000 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Gladwin after a short illness. Born June 23, 1911 in Gladwin County, he was the son of Soloman and Eva (Mitchell) Horn. Clifford married Doris (McKimmy) Horn, Jan. 11, 1935 in Angola, Ind. She preceded him in death in 1990. He lived in Gladwin County since 1944 and previously lived in Flint. He worked for Dow Corning in Midland, retiring in 1976 after 22 years. He was also a lifetime farmer and a lifetime member of the Beaverton Farm Bureau.

   Surviving are two sons, Solomon and wife Berniece of Lennon, and James and wife Linda of Beaverton; one daughter, Jacqueline and husband Vance Southwell of Beaverton; one sister, Audrey Caverly of Flint; 11 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one grandson, two sisters, and one brother. Services were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton, with Rev. Donald Haskell officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 04-05/2000 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

DORIS MAYBELLE (MCKIMMY) HORN (20 MARCH 1912 - 13 AUG 1990)

 

Doris M. Horn, 78, of 4808 Townhall Rd., Beaverton, died suddenly Monday, Aug. 13, 1990, in the Gladwin Area Hospital. Born in Lenawee County, March 20, 1912, she had spent her lifetime in the Gladwin County. Mrs. Horn was a member of the Dale United Methodist Church. The former Doris McKimmy, she was married to Clifford Horn, Jan. 11, 1935, in Angola, Ind. Besides her husband, she is survived by 2 sons, Soloman of Lennon and James of Beaverton; one daughter, Mrs. Vance (Jacqueline) Southwell of Mt. Morris; 11 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a grandson, 5 brothers ad 3 sisters.

   Services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Janet Larner will officiate and burial will be in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-15/1990 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

FLORA HORN (1892 - 1901)

 

JODY A. HORN (1940 - 14 OCT 1941) (1 year old).

 

SUSAN LYNN HORN (5 JULY 1959 - 5 JULY 1959)

 

MARTHA CAREY HORTON (14 AUG 1941)

 

LEE "JERRY" HOWARD (16 AUG 1935 - 19 FEB 2003)

 

   Lee “Jerry” Howard , 67, of Beaverton, Michigan passed away Feb. 19, 2003 at The Laurels in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan following a lengthy illness. He was born Aug. 16, 1935 to Percy and Elizabeth (Shaw) Howard in Midland, Michigan. He worked as a laborer for Brown Hoist in Bay City, Michigan, and lived in Gladwin County for most of his life. He was a member of the Albright Shores Eagles Aerie 3655.

   He is survived by sisters Gladys Whitehead of Midland, Harriet Porterfield of Midland, Noretta Collins of Whittemore, and Mary Vassas of Chelsea; brother Pete Howard of Rhodes; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services and visitation were held on Friday, Feb. 21 at Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton. The Albright Shores Eagles Aerie 3655 officiated. Burial took place in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-26/2003 Column - 6 Page - 2  

 

CLARA VIOLA (MCKIMMY) HUGHES (1 SEP 1898 - 8 JAN 1985)

 

Clara V. Hughes, 86, of 119 Saginaw St. Beaverton, died Tuesday, Jan. 8, in Provincial House Nursing Home, Gaylord, following a long illness. Born in Ohio Sept. 1, 1898, she had spent most of her life in Gladwin County. She retired in 1969 as a Nurse's aide at the Midland Hospital Center, Mrs. Hughes was a charter member of the Dale United Methodist Church and the V.F.W. 7304 Auxiliary.

   The former Clara McKimmy, she was married to Lawrence W. Hughes in 1915 in Beaverton. He preceded her in death June 16, 1988. Surviving are 7 sons, Robert and Theodore of Beaverton, John of Gaylord, Lawrence of Detroit, Gerald of Goodrich. Maynard of Midland and James of Lansing; one daughter, Mrs. Leon (Harriet) Thurston of Midland, one sister, Mrs. Doris Horn of Beaverton; one brother David of Toledo, Ohio; 24 grandchildren and 34 great grandchildren.

   Services were held Friday at 1 p.m. from the Dale United Methodist Church. The Rev. Bruce Hatch officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 01/16/1985 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

ISETTA DESIRE (TOWLE) HUGHES (17 MAY 1863 - 29 OCT 1927)

 

MRS. JOSEPH R. HUGHES

 

     Mrs. Joseph R. Hughes died of a complication of diseases at her home in Tobacco township Saturday evening, Oct. 29 1927 at 11:30 o'clock after an illness of six days. Isetta D. Towle was born May 17, 1863, at Montrose, Genessee county and was married to Joseph R. Hughes Sept. 28, 1881. They lived eight years in Manitoba, Canada and came to Dale, Tobacco township, 32 years ago. Mrs. Hughes was a member of the Methodist Episcopal church.

     She is survived by her husband and her five children, Mrs. Spencer Austin of Detroit, Mrs. Roy McKibbin of Prudenville, John Hughes of Kenosha, Wis., Mrs. Eric Reymore of Bay City, and Lawrence Hughes of Beaverton, one sister and three brothers, Mrs. Mary Reed of Judds Corners, Franklin T. Towle of Hermosa Beach, Calif., James S. Towle of Los Angles Calif., John O. Towle of Judds Corners, Michigan, 17 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

     Pallbearers were John Rich, Will and Andrew Snyder, Ed Armbruster, William Scott and Ed Scoby. Funeral was held at the Dale church Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 1 at 2:00 o'clock conducted by Rev. A. J. Preston who preached from the subject, "A Soul at Rest" --Rev. XIV--3. Burial in Dale cemetery. Green be the turf above thee. Friend of my better days: None knew thee, but to love thee, Nor named thee, but to praise. Gladwin County Record dated 11-03/1927 Column - 4 Page - 4

 

JOHN T. HUGHES (27 JUNE 1894 - 10 JULY 1956)

 

SERVICES FRIDAY FOR JOHN HUGHES

 

     John T. Hughes, 62, of Detroit, passed away Tuesday after an illness of three years. He was born June 27, 1894, in Flushing, and married the former Thelma Bertrand on December 4, 1944, in Detroit. Mr. Hughes was a tool and die maker for the Fleetwood Corporation of the Cadillac Body Co. in Detroit. He was a veteran of World War II a member of the Elks in Detroit and also a member of the V.F.W. Post of Beaverton.

     Surviving are his wife, Thelma; three sisters, Mrs. Sarah Reymore of Bay City, Mrs. Beatrice McKibbon of Bad Axe, and Mrs. Frances Austin of Fowlerville. One brother, Lawrence, preceded him in death in 1933. Funeral services will be held at the Dale church, Friday, at 2:00 p.m. with the Rev. Vera Summers officiating. His nephews will be pallbearers and burial will be in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-11/1956 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

JOSEPH ROBERT HUGHES, II (8 AUG 1859 - 6 JAN 1944)

 

SERVICES SUNDAY FOR J. R. HUGHES

 

   Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Dale Methodist Church for Joseph Robert Hughes, 84, who died Thursday at the Bad Axe General Hospital. The Rev. Donald Sailor, of the Beaverton and Dale Methodist Churches, officiated at the services and burial was in the Dale cemetery.

   Mrs. Hughes was born on August 8, 1859, in London, Ontario. With his wife and family he moved to Tobacco township about 50 years ago. He worked as an engineer in the saw mills near Beaverton for many years and in later years served as an engineer in several factories.

   Mrs. Hughes died about 16 years ago. Although Mr. Hughes had lived with his daughters in Detroit, Bad Axe and Bay City in recent years, he still claimed Tobacco township as his home.

   Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Frances Austin, of Detroit, Mrs. Beatrice McKibbin, of Bad Axe, and Mrs. Sara Reymore, of Bay City; one son, John Hughes, of Detroit; one sister, Mrs. Marhew Dillon, of Owosso; one brother, William Hughes, of Flint; 19 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren. Five of the grandchildren are serving with the U.S. Army and Navy. Gladwin County Record dated 01-12/1944 Column - 1 Page - 4

 

LAURENCE BURNS HUGHES (30 MAY 1896 - 18 JUNE 1933)

 

DEATH OF LAWRENCE BURNS HUGHES

 

   Lawrence Hughes of Tobacco township died June 18, 1933, at Mercy Hospital. He was a son of Joseph and Isetta Hughes and was born in the above township May 30, 1896. He was married October 16, 1915, to Clara V. McKimmy. To this union were born eight children. With the exception of one year in Flint, Mr. and Mrs. Hughes and their family have always lived in the Dale community. Lawrence was a kind and loving father and companion and a neighbor in the community who will be remembered and greatly missed. He leaves to mourn his loss, his wife, eight children, his father, three sisters; Mrs. Spencer Austin, Detroit; Mrs. Roy McKibbin and Mrs. Eric Reymore of Bay City; and one brother, John Hughes, of Beaverton; as well as a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Dale church Wednesday at 2:00 p.m., Rev. Perry R. Hoover officiating. Interment took place at the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06/22/1933 Column - 6 Page - 5

 

LAWRENCE WILBUR "LARRY" HUGHES, JR (2 AUG 1925 - 12 FEB 1987)

 

Lawrence (Larry) W. Hughes Jr., 61, of Detroit and formerly of Beaverton, died Thursday evening, Feb. 12, 1987. He was born Aug. 2, 1925, in Beaverton and was a Detroit policeman for 14 years. He married the former Etta Jean Elzay in Beaverton. While serving in the United States Air Force during World War II, he was shot down and was missing in action for a period of time. He was active in V.F.W. organizations in Detroit, and was an avid sportsman and hunter.

     He leaves his wife, Etta Jean; a son, Patrick Hughes of Detroit; a daughter, Carolyn Hughes of Detroit; brothers Robert Hughes of Beaverton, Theodore Hughes of Florida, Gerald Hughes of Goodrich, Maynard of Midland, James of Lansing and John D. Hughes of Gaylord; a sister, Harriet Thurston of Midland; and one granddaughter. Military services will be held at 11 a.m. today at Sagewski Funeral Home, Detroit, Cremation will follow. Friends may call from 10 a.m. today until time of service. Gladwin County Record dated 02-14/1987 Column - ? Page - ?

 

ROBERT OLIN "BOB" HUGHES, SR (10 APRIL 1916 - 24 APRIL 2005)

 

Robert Olin Hughes, Sr., 89, of Beaverton died April 24, 2005 at Gladwin Pines Nursing Home with his family at his side. He was born in Beaverton on Aprinl 10, 1916 to Lawrence and Clara (McKimmy) Hughes. He married Edith "Deanie" Thomas on Jan. 26, 1946 in Tobacco Township. They were married 59 years. He retired i n1975 after 36 years as a foreman at Dow Chemical in Midland. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII. He was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County, and a life member of V.F.W. 7303. He was a charter member of American Legion Post 171, and a member of the Coleman-Beaverton Masonic Lodge, serving as Past Worthy Master and Secretary.

   He helped organize the Gladwin County Veterans Affairs Office and operated it from 1970 to 1991, and enjoyed working with the veterans. Surviving are his wife, Edith Hughes of Beaverton; one daughter, Randa Hughes of East Lansing; one son, Robert Hughes, Jr. and fiancee Lisa Yairger of Beaverton; five brothers, John (Lillian) Hughes of Gaylord, Pete Hughes of Gladwin, Gerald Hughes of Goodrich, Maynard (Alicia) Hughes of Midland, and James (Margaret) Hughes of Lansing; one sister, Harriet (Gus) Thurston-Balluff of Livonia; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by one daughter, Janet Hansen; one grandson, Robert Bodnar; and one brother Lawrence Hughes, Jr.

   Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on April 28 at Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton. Pastor Michael Wise will officiate. Visitation will be April 27 from 2-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will take place at Tobacco Townhip (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. At 7 p.m. on Wednesday there wil be special service by the Masonic Lodge, Gladwin County V.F.W. Post 7303, and American Legion Post 171. Memorial contributions may be made to Gladwin County V.F.W. 7303, American Cancer, or Seventh Day Adventist Church in Edenville. Gladwin County Record dated 04-27/2005 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

WILMA LORRAINE (PERRY) HUGHES (20 MAY 1919 - 17 SEP 1976)

 

Mrs. Lorraine Hughes, 57, of Pontiac, died Friday, September 17, at her home at 267 W. Brooklyn St., following an illness of 2 1/2 years. Born May 20, 1919, in Grout Township, the former Lorraine Perry and Pete Hughes were married December 31, 1939, in Beaverton. Mrs. Perry had been a resident of Pontiac for the past 35 years.

     Surviving are her husband, Pete; 2 brothers, Sherman Perry of Beaverton and Edward of Independence, MO.; and a sister, Mrs. Jess (Eva) Newman of Clare County. Services were held Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Hall Funeral Home - Beaverton Chapel, with Elder James Wilts officiating. Burial will be in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-22/1976 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

ELWOOD FRANK HUND (1913 - 1 JUNE 2003)

 

Elwood Frank Hund, 89, of Beaverton died June 1, 2003 at Gladwin Pines Nursing Home.

Surviving are his wife of 63 years, Evelyn Hund; daughters: Betty Lou Dicken (Wilbur) Boot of Hendersonville, North Carolina, Piccola (Jerry) Sweebe of Midland, Crystal (Stephen) Burr of Beaverton, Nancy (Roger) Tigner of Beaverton; eight grandchildren, five step-grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, 14 step-great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild; brother Clifford Hund of Beaverton; sister Margaret Gust of Coleman; and several nieces and nephews.  He was born in Jeddo, Michigan on July 7, 1913 to the late Frank Albert and Geneieve (Robison) Hund, the second of eight children.

   He was a very loving husband, father and grandfather who enjoyed spending time with his family. He retired from the Dow Chemical Company in Midland after 34 years of service. He was a member of the C.C.C. camp #116 of Alba, Michigan. He had a life long interest in tractor/auto repair and farming. He enjoyed country music, dancing, traveling and fishing. He was preceded in death by brothers Lawrence and Douglas Hund; sisters Wava Bailer, Caroline Stillwagon and Piccola Brown; son-in-law Bert L. Dicken; and three grandchildren.

   Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 5 at 1 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton with Rev. Linda Jo Powers and Dan Loyd officiating. Visitation will be held Wednesday, June 4 from 2 to 9 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton. Burial will take place in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton.

In lieu of flowers, memorial may be made to Beaverton United Methodist Church or Gladwin Pines Nursing Home. Gladwin County Record dated 06-04/2003 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

EVELYN I. "EVA" (METCALF) HUND (1918 - ?)

 

ANNE (SANTA) BRUSHABER - HUNTER (13 NOV 1914 - 25 JAN 2001)

 

Anne Brushaber Hunter, 86, of Beaverton, died Thursday, Jan. 25, 2001 at her home. Born Nov. 13, 1914 in Beaverton, she was the daughter of Joseph and Sophia Santa. She was a lifelong resident of the Beaverton area, a member of St. Anne's Catholic Church, and Billings Township Senior Citizens group. Ann married Warren Brushaber in 1938. He preceded her in death in 1951. She then married Stanley Hunter in October 1957. He preceded her in death in 1969.

   Surviving are two daughters, Barbara and husband Richard Boyer and Betty and husband Joseph Windover, all of Midland; one son, Thomas and wife Mert Brushaber of Houghton Lake; three sisters, Margaret and husband Jack Truckle, and Helen Leddy, all of Saginaw, and Sylvia Anderson of Texas; eight grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Dorothy Santa of Beaverton; and one brother-in-law, Pt Schluckbier of Reese.

   She was preceded in death by one sister, Irene Schluckbier; and two brothers, Joe and Albert Santa. Services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin with Father Patrick Jankowiak officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery in Beaverton. Memorials may be made to Hospice. Gladwin County Record datd 01-31/2001 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

DAVID WILLIAM "BILLY" HUNTER (17 AUG 1884 - 18 AUG 1963)

 

SERVICES TODAY FOR BILLY HUNTER

 

   Funeral services were held today (Wednesday) at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home for David William (Billy) Hunter, 79, who died Sunday after an illness of one year. The Rev. Aaron Hyde officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery.

   Born in Tobacco Township on August 17, 1884, he lived most of his lifetime in Gladwin County. He worked for the Detroit Street Railway and the State Highway for many years, and served one term as Gladwin County clerk, 1913-1916. He was a member of Gladwin F. & A. M. Lodge No. 397.

   Surving him is a niece, Mrs. Walter Ross, of Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 08-21/1963 Column - 6 Page - 1  

 

SARAH L. (KENNEDY) HUNTER (27 SEP 1863 - 2 NOV 1923)

 

MRS. W. W. HUNTER

 

   Sarah L.., wife of Wellington W. Hunter of Tobacco township, died Nov. 2, 1923, at the Saginaw General hospital, to which she had been taken a few days previous, after several weeks illness with rheumatic complications, aged 60 years, 1 month and 5 days. Sarah L. Kennedy was born in Frontenac county, Ontario, Sept. 27, 1863, and moved to Essexville, Mich., with her parents when one year of age, and from there to Midland county. She was married to Wellington W. Hunter Nov. 15, 1882. To this union were born a son, David William; and a daughter, Susie Irene, now Mrs. J. W. Myers, who with the husband survive to mourn their loss. She also leaves two grandchildren, Virginia and Maxine Myers, a brother, George Kennedy of Dundee, Oregon; and one sister, Mrs. John Morton of Detroit, besides a large circle of friends by whom she was held in high esteem.

   Mr. and Mrs. Hunter were among the pioneers of Tobacco township, where they have lived on the same farm since they were married, except four years residence in Gladwin when Mr. Hunter was county treasurer.

   Funeral services were held at the farm home Monday at 1 p.m. and from there the body was taken to the Dale church, which was filled by old neighbors to pay their last token of respect to the departed. A number of members of White Clover chapter O.E.S., Gladwin, of which she was a member, were in attendance. A large number of floral offerings covered the casket.

   Burial took place in the Dale cemetery. The services were conducted by Rev. A. J. Preston of Beaverton, and a Beaverton choir sang. The pallbearers were Andrew and Will Snyder, M. L. Kent, C. D. Fairchild, John Flock and Albert Mitchell. Gladwin County Record dated 11-08/1923 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

STANLEY A. HUNTER (2 DEC 1910 - 16 NOV 1969)

 

RITES TODAY FOR STANLEY HUNTER

 

   Stanley A. Hunter, 58, of Beaverton, died Sunday, Nov. 16, in McNamara Hospital, Detroit, after an illness of three months. Born in Poland on Dec. 2, 1910, he was a veteran of World War II. Mr. Hunter was a D.S.R. driver in Detroit. He was married to the former Anna Santa on Oct. 7, 1959, in Edenville.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by his mother, Mrs. Antonette Kanocoski, of Detroit; two step-daughters, Mrs. Barbara Parker and Mrs. Betty Windover of Midland; one step-son, Thomas Brushaber, of Morrice; and one sister, Mrs. Genevieve Chapp, of Detroit.

   Rites were held today, Wednesday, from St. Anne's Catholic Church, Edenville. The Rev. Father Lawrence M. Pashak officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of  the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 11-19/1969 Column - 7 Page - 2

 

WALTER WELLINGTON HUNTER (2 OCT 1856 - 5 MARCH 1929)

 

W. W. HUNTER DIES

 

EXPIRES AT THE HOUSE OF HIS DAUGHTE IN SAGINAW

 

   Walter Wellington Hunter, a resident of Tobacco township, died Tuesday night at the home of his daughter, Mrs. James Myers, 3331 South Washington avenue, Saginaw. Mr. Hunter has been in poor health for several weeks, and was first taken with a stroke at his farm home in Tobacco township. He was 72 years, 5 months and 3 days old. Funeral services will be held at 2'clock at the Dale church, Friday afternoon.

   Mr. Hunter was one of the pioneers of Tobacco township, coming there in the 70's. He was for many years prominent in the affairs of Tobacco township, and looked upon as one of its most substantial citizens. He served as supervisor, and from 1902 to 1906 county treasurer.

   He had many friends in all parts of the county, and the writer feels a keen sense of personal loss in his passing, severing as it does, a friendship of many years duration. Surviving him are his daughter, Mrs. Myers and his son David W. Hunter, formerly county clerk, and two sisters, Miss Minnie Hunter and Mrs. Adelia Nolan, his wife having preceded him in death a few years since. Gladwin County Record dated 03-07/1929 Column - 5 Page - 1  

 

CLAIR E. HUNTLEY (19 MARCH 1906 - 9 JULY 1972)

 

Clair E. Huntley, 66, of 315 Campbell St., of Beaverton, died Sunday, July 9, at Saginaw General Hospital, following an illnes of four weeks. Born in Gladwin County, March 19, 1906, Mr. Huntley and the former Helen Freiburger were married in Alpena April 30, 1930. He was a retired Buick Motor Company employee, moving back to Beaverton 15 years ago from Flint. Mr. Huntley was also a veteran of World War II.

   Surviving are his wife Helen; Two sons, James of Flint and Earl of Clio; three daughters, Mrs. Esther Achtadowski, both of Saginaw, and Mrs. Stella Szymanski of Metz; one brother John of Beaverton; and a sister, Mrs. Lorenna Packard of Bay City; 41 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

   Services are being held today (Wednesday) at 2:00 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton, and burial will be in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-12/1972 Column - 3 Page - 3

 

HELEN I. (FREIBURGER) HUNTLEY (17 FEB 1914 - 22 AUG 1992)

 

Helen I. Huntley, 78, of 315 Campbell St., Beaverton, died suddenly Saturday, Aug. 22, 1992, in Saginaw General Hospital. Born in Bismaric Township, Feb. 17, 1914, she moved to Gladwin County in 1959 from Hawks. She was a member of the Beaverton VFW Post 7303 Auxiliary. The former Helen Freeburger, she was married to Clair Huntley on April 30, 1930, in Alpena. He preceded her in death July 9, 1972.

   Surviving are 2 sons, James of Flint and Earl of Clio; 3 daughters, Mrs. James (Thelma) McInerey of Birch Run, Mrs. August (Ester) Achtabowski of Glennie and Mrs. Harry (Stella) Szymanski of Metz; 3 sisters, Margaret Huffman and Freda Martz of Rogers City and Florence Freeburger of Ossineke; life friend Clyde Polmanteer of Gladwin; 43 grandchildren, 92 great grandchildren and 9 great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother at birth.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Deacon Harry Mailley officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-26/1992 Column - 3 Page - 2   

 

DONALD ROBERT HUTSON, JR (19 APRIL 1975 - 14 JUNE 1982)

 

Donald R. Hutson Jr., 7, of 3056 S. M-30, Beaverton, accidentally drowned Monday, June 14, at his home. Born in Warren on April 19, 1975, he moved to Gladwin County two years ago. He would have been a second grader at the Beaverton Elementary School in the fall.

   Surviving are his parents, Sgt/1C Donald Hutson Sr., in Korea with the U.S. Army; his mother, Mrs. Brenda Hutson of Beaverton; one sister, Leisa Walters of Beaverton; and his grandparents, Louis and Linnie Daggett of Beaverton, Edward and Billie Welch and Robert and Betty Hutson of Auburn, N.Y.

   Services were held Friday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Kenneth Hamilton officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-23/1982 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

DOROTHY JUNE HUTSON (21 MARCH 1926 - 26 SEP 1943)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO DOROTHY HUTSON

 

   Funeral services were held Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the Beaverton Methodist Church for Miss Dorothy June Hutson, 17, daughter of Ralph Hutson, of Beaverton, who died Sunday afternoon at the University Hospital in Ann Arbor after a two-weeks illness with an intestinal infection. The Rev. Perry Hoover, of the Brethren Church, officiated at the service and burial was in the Dale cemetery.

   Miss Hutson was born in Beaverton on March 21, 1926. Her mother preceded her in death. Surviving are her father; two brothers, Richard and Robert, at home; two sisters, Suzanne at home, and Maxine, of Bay City; and her grandparents, Mrs. Hattie Hutson, of Gladwin, and Mr. and Mrs. Claude Haddix, of Standish. Gladwin County Record dated 09-29/1943 Column - 4 Page - 4

 

ELSIE MAE (HADDIX) HUTSON (13 MARCH 1903 - 30 JAN 1938)

 

MRS. RALPH HUTSON OF BEAVERTON DIES

 

   Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon, February 1, at the Methodist Episcopal church at Beaverton for Mrs. Ralph Hutson, conducted by Rev. H. R. Hodgson. Burial was at the Dale cemetery. Mrs. Hutson died Sunday at the Gladwin hospital after a short illness. Elsie Mae Hutson was a daughter of Claude and Susan Haddix and was born March 13, 1903, in Butman township.

   She married Ralph Hutson and at the time of her death they were living at Beaverton. Besides her husband she is survived by five children, Maxine, Dorothy, Buddie, Bobbie and Susanne. Gladwin County Record dated 02-02/1938 Column - 1 Page - 1  

 

RALPH R. HUTSON (21 MARCH 1903 - 5 FEB 1969)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO DOROTHY HUTSON

 

   Funeral services were held Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the Beaverton Methodist Church for Miss Dorothy June Hutson, 17, daughter of Ralph Hutson, of Beaverton, who died Sunday afternoon at the University Hospital in Ann Arbor after a two-weeks illness with an intestinal infection. The Rev. Perry Hoover, of the Brethren Church, officiated at the service and burial was in the Dale cemetery.

   Miss Hutson was born in Beaverton on March 21, 1926. Her mother preceded her in death. Surviving are her father; two brothers, Richard and Robert, at home; two sisters, Suzanne at home, and Maxine, of Bay City; and her grandparents, Mrs. Hattie Hutson, of Gladwin, and Mr. and Mrs. Claude Haddix, of Standish. Gladwin County Record dated 02-12/1969 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

RICHARD R. HUTSON (25 JULY 1926 - 3 APRIL 1978)

 

Richard R. (Bud) Hutson, 51, of 2260 S. M-18, Beaverton, died Monday, April 3, in the Midland Hospital Center after a short illness. Born in Beaverton on July 25, 1926, he was a mechanic for Beaverton Transit Mix and had spent his lifetime here.

   Surviving is one sister, Mrs. John (Suzanne) McKenna of Beaverton. Services were held today, Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Vernon Wyllys officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-05/1978 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

ROBERT C. HUTSON (21 MARCH 1929 - 11 DEC 1963)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO ROBERT HUTSON

 

   Robert C. Hutson, 34, of Beaverton, died last Wednesday at Redford Community Hospital after an illness of one week. A construction worker, he was born on March 21, 1929, in Beaverton and had lived his lifetime in Gladwin County. He was married to the former Velma Longstreth in Beaverton on April 8, 1950, and was a veteran of the Korean war.

   Besides his wife, Velma, he is survived by four daughters, Toni, Patricia, Susan and Peggy, all at home; his father, Ralph Hutson, of Beaverton; two sisters, Mrs. Maxine Lewis of Edenville and Mrs. Suzanne Stenger of Beaverton; and a brother, Richard (Bud), of Beaverton.

   Funeral services were held Saturday at 1:30 p.m. at the Beaverton Church of God with the Rev. Raymond Brokaw officiating. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-18/1963 Column - 5 Page - 1 

 

I'S

 

ERIC JAMES IVEY (31 AUG 1976 - 11 MAY 1978)

 

Eric James Ivey, 20-month-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Randolph Ivey of Beaverton, died Thursday, May 11, in the Midland Hospital Center following a short illness. He was born on August 31, 1976, in Midland.

   Besides his parents, he is survived by one sister, Tammy, at home; grandparents, Walter Ivey of Pinconning and Mr. and Mrs. Carl Fischer of Gladwin; great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. James Bennett of Gladwin and Mrs. Lionel Ivey of Bay City.

   Services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Donald Bates officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-17/1978 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

J'S

 

CHERYL L. JACKSON (25 NOV 1947 - 13 APRIL 1984)

 

EMIL H. JENSEN (9 JUNE 1906 - 31 DEC 1984)

 

Emil H. Jensen, 78, of 1206 W. Howard Rd., Beaverton, died Monday, Dec. 31, at his home following a long illness. Born in Hamburg, West Germany, June 9, 1906, he came to Gladwin County in 1971 from Detroit. He was a butcher for Hygrade Food Products. Mr. Jensen was married to the former Hildegard Bimber June 6, 1951, in Detroit.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Emil of Rockford and Gustav of Mt. Clemens; one sister, Frieda Riefling of Hamburg, West Germany; and 2 grandchildren. A brother and a sister preceded him in death.

   Rites were held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Roy Glasgow officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-09/1985 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

HILDEGARD H. (BIMBER) JENSEN (23 SEP 1920 - 22 MAY 1995)

 

Hildegard H. Jensen, 74, of Beaverton, died Monday, May 22, 1995. Born Sept. 23, 1920 in Germany, she came to the United States as a child. The former Hildegard Bimber married Emil Jensen Jan. 6, 1951 in Detroit. He preceded her in death Dec. 31, 1984.

   Surviving are 2 sons, Emil and wife Vicki of Grand Rapids, and Gustav and wife Pat of Clinton Township; dear friend, Carolyn Carr of Beaverton; and 5 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one brother. Rites were held at 11 a.m. Friday from the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin with the Rev. Donald Haskell officiating. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Diabetes Foundation. Gladwin County Record dated 05-31/1995 Column - 2 Page - 6  

 

BERNARD A. JESKA (3 MAY 1921 - 16 SEP 2003)

 

   Bernard A. Jeska , 82, of Beaverton, Michigan passed away Sept. 16, 2003 at his home following a short illness. He was born May 3, 1921 to Alexander and Agnes Jeska in Kawkawlin, and married the former Geraldine Fry on Sept. 23, 1947 in Bay City. The U.S. Army World War II veteran retired from Bectal Corporation in 1983. He had worked as a heavy equipment operator in Midland. He had lived in Gladwin County since 1962, having previously resided in Bay City. Bernard was a member of St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Edenville, D.A.V., V.F.W. Post 7303, Knights of Columbus 12660, Gladwin Eagles Aerie 3292, Amvets, American Legion Post 171 - Gladwin, and Local 324 - Freeland.

   He is survived by his wife, Geraldine of Beaverton; sons Paul (Linda) Jeska of Beaverton, James Jeska of Beaverton and Dale Jeska of Beaverton; daughters Joan (Roger) Einink of Silver Springs, Florida, Retha Parker of Beaverton and Nancy Alburg of Beaverton; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a brother, Al Jeska; sisters Dorothy Satkowiak of Kawkawlin and Evelyn Shellagowski of Linwood; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son David, his parents, granddaughter Cynthia Flatt, four brothers and one sister.

   Funeral services were held Thursday, Sept. 18 at St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Edenville with Fr. Raymond Moeggenberg and Sr. Mary Ellen McDonald. Burial took place in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Visitation and a vigil service were held at Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton on Wednesday, Sept. 17. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Gladwin County Record dated 10-01/2003 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

DAVID A. JESKA (29 MARCH 1960 - 20 APRIL 1994)

 

David A. Jeska, 34, of 3620 Whitehall Rd., Anderson, S.C., died suddenly Wednesday, April 20, 1994. He was born in Bay City on March 29, 1960, and graduated from Beaverton High School in 1978. He served in the Navy from 1979 to 1983. Mr. Jeska had lived in South Carolina for 7 years and was a welder for Ron White's Air Compressor Sales in Anderson.

   Surviving are his parents, Bernard and Geraldine Jeska of Beaverton; 3 brothers, Paul of Beaverton, James and Dale of Grand Rapids; 3 sisters, Joan Einink of Lexington, Ky., Retha Parker of Midland and Nancy Alburg of Beaverton.

   Services were held Monday at 11 a.m. from St. Anne's Catholic Church in Edenville. The Rev. James Heller officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Graveside services were by Gladwin County VFW Post 7303. A vigil service was held Sunday at 7 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Gladwin County Record dated 04-27/1994 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

FERN M. JOHNSON (1902 - ?)

 

LEE JOHNSON (1893 - FEB 1960)

 

HERE TO ATTEND FUNERAL

 

   Out-of-town relatives and friends who were here to attend the funeral of Lee Johnson were Mr. and Mrs. Fred Roman, Mr. and Mrs. Ted Anderson, Mr. and Mrs. Zig Sandvik, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Lars Olsen, Mr. and Mrs. Gunar Peterson, Mrs. Freda Miller, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Miller, and daughter, Mrs. Sam Mohammed, and Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Johnson, all of Flint, also Mr. and Mrs. John Jardis, Norman and Gail, Mr. and Mrs. William Snide, of Midland, and Mr. and Mrs. Leon Talbert and Mr. and Mrs. Willard Kipp, of Freemont, Ohio. Gladwin County Record dated 02-24/1960 Column - 4 Page - 6  

 

BILLY JONES (1955 - 7 MAY 1955)

 

CHRISTINE JONES (1954 - 29 JUNE 1954)

 

DENNIS J. JONES (10 MAY 1956 - 9 OCT 2000)

 

Dennis J. Jones, 44, of Tulsa, Oklahoma died suddenly Oct. 9, 2000 at home in Tulsa.

Dennis was born May 10, 1956 in Jackson, Michigan. He lived in Oklahoma for ten years and previously lived in Gladwin. He was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Gladwin.

   He is survived by his mother and step-father, Dolores and T. Edward Schnepp of Harrison; two sisters, Karla and husband, Richard Davis of Houghton Lake and Dawn (Jones) Inman and fiance Larry Chappell of Midland; three brothers Travis Schnepp II of Phoenix, Ariz., Tracey and wife Jan Ella Schnepp of Newark, Ohio, and John and wife Peggy Schnepp of Soeul, Korea; nephews Stanley, Joshua and Jon Inman of Midland and Griffin Schnepp of Newark, Ohio; niece Hadassah Schnepp of Soeul, Korea; grandmother Mona VanConant of Weidman and several aunts and uncles. He was preceded in death by his father James W. Jones in 1987, a brother, Billy Jones in 1955, a sister, Christine Jones in 1954, a nephew Joseph Woodman in 1983 and a brother-in-law, Jesse Woodman in 1984.

   Services will be held Sunday, Oct. 15 at 1 p.m. at the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Gladwin with the Elder Paul Schoun officiating. Arrangements were handled by Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 10-18/2000 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

JAMES WESLEY JONES (4 MAY 1928 - 4 APRIL 1987)

 

James W. Jones, 58, of 214 S. Mechanic St., Jackson, died suddenly Saturday, April 4. Born in Midland County May 4, 1928, he moved to Jackson 32 years ago from Beaverton. Mr. Jones worked in maintenance at the Jackson County Courthouse for 13 years.

   Surviving are one son, Dennis of Tulsa, Okla.; 2 daughters, Mrs. Karla Woodman and Mrs. Dawn Inman of Midland; his mother, Mrs. Mona VanConant of Weidman; 2 brothers, George of Beaverton and David of Jackson; 3 sisters, Margaret Yager of Spring Arbor and Alice Jones and Ruth Ann Estes of Beaverton. He was preceded in death by a brother, John, Nov. 17, 1945. Rites were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Elder Paul Schoun officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-08/1987 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

K'S

 

ANDY KARCH (2 APRIL 1908 - 29 OCT 1989)

 

Andy Karch, 81, of 3120 Whitney Beach Rd., Beaverton, died Sunday, Oct. 29, 1989, in the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Midland, after a long illness. Born in Maynard, Ohio, April 2, 1908, he moved to Gladwin County in 1954 from Detroit. Mr. Karch was a tool and die maker until retiring in 1958. He was a charter member of the Hay Senior Citizen Club. Mr. Karch and the former Pauline Marshall were married Aug. 7, 1930, in Flint.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Robert of Novi; one brother, John Kashinsky of Utica; 2 sisters, Mrs. Louise Morocco of Oxford and Mrs. Josephine Greives of Sterling Heights; and 2 grandchildren.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Roy Glasgow officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery, Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 11-01/1989 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

APPOLONIA (MARSALL) KARCH (22 SEP 1914 - 20 JULY 2001)

 

   Appolonia "Pauline' Karch, 86, of Gladwin, died Friday, July 20, 2001 at the Gladwin Living Centre in Gladwin after a short illness. Born Sept. 22, 1914 in Detroit, she lived in Gladwin County since 1954 and previously lived in Detroit. She married Andy Karch, Aug. 7, 1930 in Flint. He preceded her in death in 1989. She was a homemaker.

   Surviving are one son, Robert and wife Dorothy of Novi; two grandchildren; one brother, Chester Marshall of Savannah, Ga.; one sister, Mary Wozniak of Dearborn; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Services were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin with Rev. Donald Potter officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 07-25/2001 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

ARTHUR E. KEELEY (4 JAN 1933 - 18 NOV 1993)

 

Arthur E. Keeley, 60 of 3931 S. M-18, Beaverton, died Thursday, Nov. 18, 1993, in the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Midland, after an illness of 2 years. He was born in Midland on Jan. 4, 1933, and moved to Gladwin County in 1948. Mr. Keeley was a master plumber in the pipe shop at Dow Chemical Co. He retired in 1986 after 35 years at Dow and worked for Three Rivers Construction until 1992. He served in the Army during the Korean War and attended the R.L.D.S. Church in Beaverton. Mr. Keeley worked on the chain gang at varisty football games and was scorekeeper at the varisty basketball games. He was an avid bowler and golfer. Mr. Keeley and the former Jessie Wesley were married Oct. 1,1955, in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 sons, Dennis and Douglas of Beaverton and David of Toledo, Ohio; his parents, Harold and Glenadean Keeley of Beaverton; one brother, Gary of Beaverton; 2 sisters, Esther Rodabaugh of Beaverton and Chloie Ostrander of Millington; and 9 grandchildren.

   Services were held Monday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Elder Donn Pendleton officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Athletic Department of the Beaverton schools. Gladwin County Record dated 11-24/1993 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

C. GLENADEAN KEELEY (1912 - ?)

 

HAROLD J. KEELEY (18 FEB 1907 - 31 DEC 1994)

 

Harold J. Keeley, 87, of Beaverton, died Saturday, Dec. 31, 1994 at the Clare Nursing Home following a long illness. Born Feb. 18, 1907 in Shepherd, he was a resident of Beaverton since 1948. Mr. Keeley was employed as a machinist at Dow Chemical Co. in Midland before retiring in 1965 after 38 years of service. He was an elder at the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Beaverton. He married the former C. Glenadean White Feb. 18, 1928 in Flint.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 daughters, Chloie and husband Willis Ostrander of Millington, and Esther and husband Thomas Rodabaugh of Beaverton; one son, Gary and wife Linda of Beaverton; one daughter-in-law, Jessie Keeley of Beaverton; one brother, Rufus of Midland; one sister, Ida Crosby of Midland; 6 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 2 sons, Harold in 1931 and Arthur in 1993 and one brother, Emery.

   Services will be held at 11 a.m. today, Wednesday from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton chapel, with Elder Donn Pendleton officiating. Burial will be in the Dale Cemetery, Tobacco Township. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the R.L.D.S. Church, Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 01-04/1995 Column - 1 Page - 6  

 

JESSIE L. (WESLEY) KEELEY (23 JAN 1934 - 10 JAN 2001)

 

   Jessie L. Keeley, 66, of Beaverton, died Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2001 at Saint Mary’s in Saginaw following a short illness. Born Jan. 23, 1934 in Gladwin County, she was the daughter of Howard and Freda (Dunning) Wesley and was a life long resident of Gladwin County.  Jessie married Arthur Keeley, Oct. 1, 1955 in Beaverton. He preceded her in death in 1993. She was a secretary for the MSU Cooperative Extension Service, Gladwin.

  Surviving are three sons, Dennis, Douglas and wife Kim, and David and wife Karen, all of Beaverton; two sisters, Viola Corbett of Beaverton and Bessie Burke of Alliance, Ohio; one brother, Donald Wesley of Florida; 11 grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, and two sisters.

   Services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton with Rev. Randy Saylor and Rev. William Bailey officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Memorial contributions may be made to be used according to the wishes of the family. Gladwin County Record dated 01-17/2001 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

JOSEPH WALTER KEENE (31 JAN 1911 - 7 OCT 1983)
 

Joseph W. Keene, 72, of 5129 Pleasant Dr., Beaverton died Friday, Oct. 7, in the Midland Hospital Center after a long illness. Born in Dansville on January 31, 1911, he came to Gladwin County in 1960 from Dansville. He was an electrician and developed Keene's Pleasure Island in Billings Township. Mr. Keene was a member of the Phoenix Masonic Lodge in Ypsilanti. He was married to the former Shirley Wilson on November 26, 1936 in Dansville.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Jerry of Ypsilanti and Joseph II of LeMesa, Calif.; 3 daughters, Mrs. John (Joan) Lapp of Edenville, Mrs. Charles (Jean) Gronda of Cheboygan and Mrs. Enrique (Judy) Martinez of Benson, Ariz.; 2 sisters, Ernestine Keene of Ypsilanti and Mrs. Frances Sherman of Spring Arbor; 11 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

   Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. William Cozadd officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-12/1983 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

SHIRLEY M. (WILSON) KEENE (1914 - 1993)

 

MARION (COTTRELL) KELLEY (25 AUG 1923 - 29 MAY 1994)

 

Marion Kelley, 70, of Beaverton, died Sunday, May 29, 1994, at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center-Gladwin, after a long illness. She was born in Pontiac Aug. 25, 1923, and was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County. She was employed as a secretary for B&L Welding, and was a member of Eastern Star, Beaverton. The former Marion Cottrell, she married Leo Snyder, June 1, 1946  in Beaverton. He died Dec. 1, 1973. She married Frank Kelley of Beaverton, March 27, 1977.

   She is survived by her husband; 4 sons, Gary and wife Brenda Snyder, Larry and wife Peg Snyder, Terry and wife Betty Snyder, and Randy and wife Ave Snyder, all of Beaverton; 1 step-son, Gary Kelley of Clawson; 1 step-daughter, Gail Darren of Saginaw; 2 sisters, Hellen Methner of Beaverton, and Margaret Woodruff of Illinois; and 13 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a step-son, Greg Kelley.

   Rites will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel, with the Rev. Donald R. Keen officiating. An Eastern Star Service will be held tonight (Wednesday) at 7 p.m. Burial will be held in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Memorials may be made to the Leukemia Foundation. Gladwin County Record dated 06-01/1994 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

WILLIAM JOSEPH "TRAPPER BILL" KENNEDY (7 MAY 1921 - 26 JAN 2005)

 

William Joseph Kennedy, William Joseph Kennedy, also known as “Trapper Bill,” 83, of Beaverton passed away Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2005 at his residence. William was born May 7, 1921 in Cushing, Oklahoma to the late Leroy and Virginia Kennedy. Virginia later married Earl Blades. William was well known in the community as “Trapper Bill.” He was also a farmer. William was an avid hunter, fisherman and baseball fan. He did many great things in his life, including working on the Alaskan Pipeline. William received a purple heart and two bronze stars in WWII with the 10th Mountain Division.

 

William is survived by one sister, Myra Scoby of Mount Clemens; one step sister, Jeanne (George) Rieley of Lake City; niece Debbie Johnson; and several other nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by one sister, Barbara Morgan; and two step brothers, Mike Blades and Adrian Blades.

 

Funeral services were held on Friday, Jan. 28 at the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin. Rev. Lynn Chappell officiated. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery in Beaverton.

 

? KENNEDY (? - ?) - Father & Mother of Mrs. Walter W. Hunter.

 

ANNA (BELLER) KERN (27 MARCH 1918 - 24 SEP 1978)

 

Anna Kern, 60, of 3620 S. Martin Rd., Beaverton, died Sunday, Sept. 24, at the Gladwin Area Hospital. Born in Cook County, Chicago, Ill., on March 27, 1918, she came to Gladwin County in 1945. Mrs. Kern was employed at the Gladwin Hospital for 21 years until she retired in 1972. She was a member of Our Saviour Lutheran Church, and the Ladies Aid and the Gladwin Hospital Auxiliary. The former Anna Beller, she was married to Theodore Kern on March 13, 1935, in Fairgrove.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by 4 sons, Theodore Jr., of Beaverton, Gerome and Gregory of Ventress, La. and Frederick of Saginaw; 4 daughters, Mrs. William (Caroline) Foster of Midland, Mrs. Joseph (Marilyn) Major of Ventress, La., Mrs. Rance (Kathleen) Krahner of Gladwin and Renee, at home; 5 brothers, Hank of Caro, Fred and Casper of Fairgrove and John and Alex of Akron; 3 sisters, Mrs. Katie Gorde of Silverwood, Mrs. Millie Kukulske of Vassar and Mrs. Molly Massoll of Fairgrove; 9 grandchildren and one great grandson.

   Services were held today, Wednesday at 2 p.m. from Our Savior Lutheran Church. The Rev. Herbert Bierman officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 09-27/1978 Column  - 5 Page - 2  

 

RICKY KERN (30 SEP 1951 - 30 SEP 1951)

 

INFANT DIES

 

   Funeral services for Ricky Kern, infant son of Theodore and Anna Kern, of Tobacco township, were held this morning from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. H. F. Brietzke, of St. Paul's Lutheran church, officiated and burial was made in the Dale cemetery.

   Ricky was born on Sunday and is survived by his parents; three brothers, Theodore, Jerry, Frederick; three sisters, Caroline, Marlyn and Cathalene, all at home; his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Kern and Mr. and Mrs. John Baller, all of Fairgrove. Gladwin County Record dated 10-03/1951 Column - 5 Page - 1  

 

TED KERN (1914 - ?)

 

MABEL (HITTLE) KESSER (29 JAN 1899 - 7 JAN 1970)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS. KESSER

 

   Mrs. Mable Kesser, 70, of Beaverton, died January 7, 1970, in the Gladwin Hospital after an illness of one year. Born in Litchfield, Ill., on Jan. 29, 1899, she came to Gladwin County a year ago from Taylor. The former Mable Hittle, she was married to William Kesser on Feb. 21, 1929, in Alliance, Ohio.

   She is survived by her husband; one daughter, Mrs. Jeanette Kaus, of Godfrey, Ill.; two step-daughters, Mrs. Helen Hartley, of Mt. Vernon, Ind.; and Mrs. Mary Gruenwald, of Lincoln Park; four sisters, Mrs. Alma Williams, of East St. Louis, Ill., Mrs. Gertrude Haynes of Alton, Ill.,, Mrs. Helen Petruzzi, of Memphis, Tenn. and Mrs. Alta Byran, of Waterloo, Ill.; seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

   Rites were held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Beaverton United Methodist Church. The Rev. A. H. Kessler officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 01-14/1970 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

WILLIAM EDGAR KESSER (1 NOV 1898 - 8 OCT 1973)

 

William Edgar Kesser, 74, of 353 W. Brown St., Beaverton, died Monday, October 8, at the Gladwin Area Hospital after a long illness. He was born November 1, 1898 in Butler County, Pa., and had been a Detroit bus driver before his retirement. Mr. Kesser came to Gladwin County 5 years ago from Taylor. His wife, the former Mable Hittle, preceded him in death January 7, 1970. He was a member of the Loyal Order of Moose, No. 1620.

   Surviving are 2 daughters and a sister. Services will be held Friday at 11:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with the Rev. Fr. Edward Trombley officiating, and burial will be in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-10/1973 Column - 6 Page - 2  

 

EUGENE W. KETTLESON (1927 - 1986)

 

MILDRED A. KETTLESON (1930 - ?)

 

ALICE (BURRIER) KILLIAN (21 FEB 1880 - 18 MAY 1956)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS. KILLIAN

 

   Alice Killian, 76, passed away May 18, at 12:45 p.m. after an illness of five days. Mrs. Killian was born Feb. 21, 1880, in Allen County, Ind., and married Henry Killian on Nov. 5, 1898. He preceded her in death Aug. 27, 1951. Surviving are three sons, Elmer of Flint, George and Art, of Beaverton; three daughters, Mrs. Nellie Russell, Mrs. Florence White and Mrs. Lois Calhoun, all of Beaverton; two sisters, Mrs. Laura Edgar and Mrs. Julia Sweet of Indiana; one brother, Charles Burrier, of Stirum, No. Dak. One daughter, Doris, is deceased. Funeral services were held Sunday, May 20, at 3 p.m. at the Church of the Brethren with Rev. Arthur Whishler officiating. Burial was in the Dale cemetery. Pallbearers were Jeff Meyers, Rex Cox, Bernard Sheets, Walter Strohman, Lawrence Brubaker and William Grant. Gladwin County Record dated 05-23/1956 Column - 7 Page - 1

 

ARTHUR G. KILLIAN, SR (27 MAY 1917 - 29 APRIL 1992)

 

Arthur G. Killian, 74, of 3100 Burgess Rd., Beaverton, died Wednesday, April 29, 1992, in the Central Michigan Community Hospital, Mt. Pleasant, after a long illness. Born in Beaverton on May 27, 1917, he had spent his lifetime there. Mr. Killian was an operator in the Power House at Dow Chemical Co. for 31 years and retired in 1980. He served in World War II as a Corporal and was a member of the Beaverton Grouse Dog Club and the Shaft Alley Hunting Club. Mr. Killian and the former Gladys Anderson were married May 29, 1948, in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Michael (Mary) Wysong of Howard City; 2 sons, Arthur Jr. of Traverse City and Robert of Beaverton; 4 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Jerry Blades officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-06/1992 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

DORIS KILLIAN (1909 - 1934)

 

GLADYS E. (ANDERSON) KILLIAN (23 JAN 1925 - 23 MAY 2001)

 

   Gladys Killian, 76, of Beaverton, died Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in Cleveland, Ohio following a long illness. Born Jan. 3, 1925 in Randolph, Ohio, she was the daughter of Archie and Myrtle (Kesser) Anderson. She lived in Gladwin County most of her life and previously lived in Randolph, Ohio. Gladys married Arthur Killian Sr., May 29, 1948 in Gladwin. He preceded her in death in 1992. She was a billing clerk for MidMichigan Regional Medical Center-Gladwin and was a member of the Beaverton Church of God.

   Surviving are one daughter, Mary and husband Michael Wysong of Howard City; two sons, Arthur Jr. and wife Nikki of Traverse City and Robert and wife Kathy of Beaverton; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; one brother, Thomas Anderson of Gladwin; and four sisters, Delores Mitchell and Lois Mitchell, both of Beaverton, Mildred Lockhert of Erlanger, Ky., and Velma Dorsey of Empire. She was preceded in death by a brother, Dale Anderson.

   Services were held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton, with Pastor Tom Anderson officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 05-30/2001 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

HENRY L. KILLIAN (9 OCT 1877 - 27 AUG 1951)

 

LONG ILLNESS FATAL TO H. C. KILLIAN

 

   Henry L. Killian, 73, passed away at his home in Beaverton township on Monday, August 27. Funeral services will be held on Thursday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock from the Beaverton Brethren church. The Rev. Arthur Whisler will officiate and burial will be made in Dale cemetery. A short prayer service will be held at the home at 1 o'clock.

   Mr. Killian was born on October 9, 1877 in Springfield, Indiana. He married Miss Alice Burrier, in November, 1898, in Allen county, Indiana. They came to Gladwin county in 1910, and lived on a farm in this vicinity since. He has been in poor health for a number of years.

   Surviving are his wife; three sons, Elmer of Flint, George and Arthur of Beaverton; three daughters, Mrs. Nellie Russell, Mrs. Florence White and Mrs. Lois Calhoun, all of Beaverton; three brothers, Adrian of Holly, Clarence of Hicksville, Ohio and Perry of Flint; also 18 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 08-29/1951 Column - 2 Page - 1 

 

LAVON G. KILLIAN (20 JAN 1899 - 16 DEC 1967)

 

RITES TODAY FOR LAVON KILLIAN

 

   Lavon G. Killian, 68, of Beaverton, died Saturday, Dec. 16, after a long illness. Born Jan. 20, 1899, in Harlem, Ind., he lived in Hicksville, Ohio, before coming to Beaverton 50 years ago, in 1917. He was a retired construction worker and served in World War I. He and the former Miss Ruth VanDyke were married in Beaverton on Oct. 29, 1922.

   Mr. Killian is survived by his wife, Ruth; two daughters, Mrs. Muriel Wint of Hope and Mrs. Dolores Turow of Midland; two brothers, Vernon of Hicksville, Ohio, and Franklin of Mt. Pleasant; and four grandchildren. Services were held today, Wednesday, at 2:00 p.m. at the Church of the Brethren, Beaverton, with the Rev. Arthur Whisler officiating. Burial will be in the Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. Hall Funeral Home was in charge of the services. Gladwin County Record dated 12-20/1967 Column - 7 Page - 1  

 

RUTH M. (VAN DYKE) KILLIAN (11 MAY 1901 - 14 JAN 1997)

 

Ruth M. Killian, 95, of Beaverton, died Tuesday, Jan. 14, 1997 at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center-Gladwin, after a long illness. Born May 11, 1901 in Woodland, Michigan, she lived in Beaverton most of her life. Ruth was employed by Lane's Dry Cleaners, Beaverton as a clerk, retiring in 1969. She also taught school and was a telephone operator for many years in Beaverton. She was a life member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren.

   The former Ruth VanDyke married Lavon George Killian, Oct. 29, 1922 in Beaverton. He preceded her in death Dec. 16, 1967. Surviving are two daughters, Muriel and husband Ken Wint of Gladwin; Dolores and husband Don Turow of Shelbyville, Ind., four grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. A grandson, Donald Turow preceded her in death.

   Services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Church of the Brethren, Beaverton, with Mr. Robert Schnepp, officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery, Beaverton. Arrangements were handled by Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton chapel. Gladwin County Record dated 01-22/1997 Column - 1 Page - 7

 

SHARON JOY (WHITE) KILLIAN (ABT. 1932 - 29 JAN 2006)

 

Sharon Joy Killian, Age 64 of Coleman, Michigan passed away Sunday, January 29, 2006. She is survived by Husband: Charles Killian of Coleman; Daughter & Son In Law: Cheryl & Dale Reeder of Harrison; Daughter & Son In Law: Lori & Jerry Longstreth of Coleman; Daughter & Son In Law: Amy & Paul Edmonds of Beaverton; 3 Grandchildren: Jeremy & Jenna Longstreth & Dalton Edmonds; Sister: Nona & Joe Eisenlohr of Beaverton; Sister: Ruth Ann & Larry Gerow of Beaverton; Sister: Kay & Dan Bailer of Florida; Sister: Sue White of Beaverton. Visitation will be held Tuesday, January 31, 2006 from 3-9 P.M. at Hall Funeral Home, 430 S. Ross St., Beaverton, Michigan, 48612. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, February 1, 2006 at Hall Funeral Home, 430 S. Ross St., Beaverton, Michigan 48612 at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. Duane Koontz officiating. Burial will take place at Tobacco Twp. (Dale) Cemetery, Beaverton, Michigan.

 

THELMA M. (BERTRAND) KINYON (6 JAN 1904 - 14 AUG 1974)

 

Mrs. Thelma Kinyon, 70, of 3511 S. Dundas Rd., Beaverton, died Wednesday, August 14, at Midland Hospital, following an illness of a month. Born in Sanilac County, January 6, 1904, she had been a resident of Gladwin County for the past 18 years. Her previous residence had been Detroit. The former Thelma Bertrand and Charles Kinyon were married April 6, 1957, in Beaverton.

   Surviving are her husband, Charles, of Beaverton; a daughter, Mrs. Eleanor Littlepage of Allen Park; 3 step-daughters, Mrs. Elizabeth Millard of East Lansing; Mrs. Wilma Paulus of Ludington; and Mrs. Margaret Hughes of Gaithersburg, Md.; 3 brothers, Lee Bertrand of Lawton, Rex of Detroit, and Harry of Wisconsin; 2 sisters, Mrs. LaVerne Gerlach of Flint, and Mrs. Irene Williams of Beaverton; and 9 grandchildren.

   Services were held Saturday 11:00 a.m. at Hall Funeral Home - Gladwin Chapel, with the Rev. Fr. Joseph Castanier officiating, and burial was in Highland Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-21/1974 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

ETHEL ROSE KIRKWOOD (1909 - 1996)

 

WILBUR A. KIRKWOOD (15 JUNE 1912 - 22 JUNE 1986)

 

Wilbur A. Kirkwood, 74, of 4632 Henry Rd., Beaverton, died suddenly Sunday, June 22, at the Midland Hospital Center. Born in Hopkinton, Iowa, June 15, 1912, he moved to Gladwin County in 1971 from Livonia. Mr. Kirkwood was a school teacher for Wayne Public Schools for 27 years until retiring in 1971. He was a member of the Beaverton Masonic Lodge 453 and the Congregational Church of Livonia. Mr. Kirkwood and the former Rose Malcolm were married April 10, 1937, in Albia, Iowa.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Malcolm of Livonia; one daughter, Jean Stockton of Arvada, Colo.; one brother, Russell of Hebron, W. Va.; and 5 grandchildren. A memorial service will be held today, Wednesday, at 7:30 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel, with the Rev. Henry List officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 06-25/1986 Colum - 3 & 4 Page -  2 

 

MARGARET E. (EDDY) KITSON (5 MARCH 1904 - 17 MARCH 1986)

 

Margaret E. Kitson, 82, of the Beaverton Manor, died Monday, March 17, in the Midland Hospital Center after a long illness. Arrangements are incomplete and in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 03-19/1986 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

 Margeret E. Kitson, 82, of the Beaverton Manor, died Monday, March 17, in the Midland Hospital Center. Born in Indianopolis, Ind., March 5, 1904, she came to Gladwin County in 1978 from St. Louis, Mo. Mrs. Kitson was an L.P.N. for 40 years until retiring in 1966. She was a member of the Elm Grove Church of God. The former Margaret Eddy, she was married to Claude Kitson in St. Louis, Mo. He preceded her in death in 1943.

   Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Betty Banks of Gendale Hts., Ill.; one sister, Mrs. Caroline White of Beaverton; 2 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren. Rites were held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Martin Ledwidge officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-26/1986 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

ROBERT B. KLEIBER (1 OCT 1934 - 13 MARCH 1987)

 

Robert B. Kleiber, 52, of 2572 S. Whitney Beach Rd., Beaverton, died suddenly Friday, March 13, in the Gladwin Area Hospital. Born in Mt. Morris Oct. 1, 1934, he came to Gladwin County 10 years ago from Midland. Mr. Kleiber was a bail bondsman for Kozy Bail Bond for 12 years and owned Jeri's Dry Cleaners in Beaverton. Mr. Kleiber and the former Jeri Kosciuszko were married Nov. 21, 1964, in Saginaw.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Kevin of Bay City and Cory of Beaverton; 2 daughters, Kimberly Kleiber of California and Mrs. Louis (Jodi) Long of Saginaw; a stepson, Robert Lockhart of Saginaw; 2 brothers, Oakley of St. Ignace and Russell of Saginaw; one sister, Evangeline Kleiber of Clio; and 3 grandchildren.

   Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Pastor Jim Walters officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-18/1987 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

ARNOLD W. KNAKE (28 MAY 1895 - 23 SEP 1971)

 

Arnold W. Knake, 76, of Tobacco Township, died suddenly at his home early Thursday, Sept. 23. Born in Hamburg, Germany, May 28, 1895, he had been a resident of Gladwin County 35 years, coming here from Rose City. He was a farmer. Mr. Knake and the former Mable L. Bourieler were married in Gladwin, Nov. 11, 1931, and she preceded him in death four months ago, on May 24.

   Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Jean Young of Flint, Mrs. Joyce Roy of Midland; three sons, Lawrence of Coleman, Arnold of Flint, and Thomas of Beaverton; one brother, William of Pentwater; two sisters, Mrs. Amanda Resiner of Midland, and Mrs. Freda Krocker of Lafayette, Ore.; and 15 grandchildren.

   Services were held Saturday at 2:00 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton, with the Rev. Warren E. Holcomb officiating. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-29/1971 Column - 1 Page - 2 

 

GOLDIE J. KNAKE (ABT. 1952 - 25 JAN 2006)

 

Goldie J. Knake, Age 54 of Beaverton, Michigan passed away Wednesday, January 25, 2006. She is survived by Husband: Thomas Knake of Beaverton; Son & Daughter In Law: Thomas Jr. & Brandi Knake of Beaverton; Daughter & Son In Law: Carol & Scott Legue of Millington; Son: James Knake of Beaverton; Son: Bobby Knake of Beaverton; 6 Grandchildren; Mother: Imogene Leonard of Midland; Sisters: Theresa Ray of Midland & Brenda Hartfeilder of Bay City; Brothers: Duane Leonard of Midland & Lawrence Leonard of Midland; Several Nieces and Nephews. Visitation will be held Monday, January 30, 2006 from 6-9 P.M. at Hall Funeral Home, 430 S. Ross St., Beaverton, Michigan 48612. A Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, January 31, 2006 at Hall Funeral Home, 430 S. Ross St., Beaverton, Michigan 48612 at 11:00 A.M. Burial will take place at Tobacco Twp. (Dale) Cemetery, Beaverton, Michigan.

 

MABEL L. (BOURLIELER) KNAKE (4 FEB 1911 - 24 MAY 1971)

 

Mrs. Mabel L. Knake of Rt#3, Beaverton, Tobacco Township, passed away May 24, at the Clare Osteopathic Hospital following a long illness. Mrs. Knake was born in Wayne County, February 4, 1911. She was 60 years old at the time of her death. She had been a resident of Tobacco Township for 35 years and a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Sanford. The former Mabel Bourlieler, married Arnold Knake in Gladwin County, November 11, 1931.

   Survivors are her husband; three sons, Lawrence of Coleman, Arnold Jr., of Flint and Thomas of Beaverton; two daughters, Jean Young of Flint and Mrs. Joyce Roy of Midland; 14 grandchildren; three brothers, Dwight, Harley and George Bourlieler, all of Detroit; three sisters, Mrs. Maxine Martin of Gladwin and Mrs. Florence Cerwonka and Mrs. Ruth Wilson, both of Arizona.

   Services will be held at the Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton, Thursday, May 27, at 11 a.m., with the Rev. Newman of Sanford officiating. Burial made in the Dale Cemetery. Beaverton Bulletin? dated 05-26/1971 Column - ? Page - ?

 

LAVONNA R. KNAPP (1934 - 1935)

 

ROBERT DELOS KNAPP (5 SEP 1911 - 27 NOV 1986)

 

Robert D. Knapp, 75, of 141 Tonkin St., Beaverton, died Thursday, Nov. 27, in the Midland Hospital Center after a long illness. Born in Gladwin County Sept. 5, 1911, he had spent most of his life here. Mr. Knapp was a retired carpenter for Dow Chemical Co. and a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. Mr. Knapp and Vivian Roback were married in 1932, in Beaverton. She preceded him in death Oct. 26, 1967. He then married Martha VanDyke July 26, 1968, in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Robert of Dexter; 2 daughters, Mrs. William (Joan) Brennan of Southfield and Mrs. Thomas (Nancy) Deal of Villa Park, Ill.; 2 step-daughters, Mrs. Charles (Edna) Beaver of Gilbert, Ariz and Mrs. Daniel (Marlene) Joseph of Onekama; his mother, Mrs. Lillian Knapp of Millington; 2 brothers, Jack of Harrison and Donald of Texas; 4 sisters, Bessie Crook and Mabel Gombosi of Midland, Ila Bauder of Millington and Beth Hamlet of Alger; 16 grandchildren and one great grandchild. A brother, Victor, preceded him in death.

   Services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Michael Clark officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the church. Gladwin County Record dated 12-03/1986 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

VIVIAN R. (ROBACK/ROHRBACH) KNAPP (22 FEB 1916 - 26 OCT 1967)

 

JOHN MARWOOD KNOX (2 FEB 1846 - APRIL 1935)

 

HOLD LAST RITES FOR JOHN KNOX

 

   Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. today for John M. Knox, surveyor and engineer who for almost 50 years has been in the county's employ. Rev. Raymond Norton conducted the services at the M.E. church in Beaverton. Burial was in the Dale cemetery. Born in Liverpool, England, on February 2, 1846, Mr. Knox passed his 89th birthday this year. He had been active in the office of county road engineer up until a few weeks ago, and was one of the county's pioneers whose memory will be cherished by hundreds of friends throughout the county.

   Credited with the surveying of every drain and almost every road in the county, he served as county surveyor for 42 years - from 1889 to 1931. Previous to 1889 he served as deputy surveyor under George W. Doane. When he retired from office in 1931 he was succeeded by his son, V. V. Knox.

   He cam to this country form England in 1883 and first settled in Detroit. He moved to Gladwin after a few months and here on February 22, 1885, he was married to Mrs. Julia Dow - the couple celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary this year.

   Acting as pall-bearers at his funeral today were road commissioners and county officers with whom he has worked during his many terms in office: L.M. Barnes, Earl Woodruff, Lyman Kerswill, Reas P. Webb, Walter Thomson and John C. Shaffer.

   Surviving him are his wife, Mrs. Julia Knox , his son, Vallie Knox, and a daughter, Mrs Ed Ray. Gladwin County Record dated 04-17/1935 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

JOHN KNOX

 

   John Marwood Knox was born in Liverpool, England, February 2, 1846. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Walton college at Liverpool, and also the degree of civil engineer. He then worked in a bank for three years. In the summer of 1881 he sailed for Montreal, Canada, where he lived for one year. In 1882 he came to Detroit and in 1884 he moved to Gladwin county. On February 28, 1885, he was united in marriage to Mrs. Julia Dow. They settled on the farm which is now known as the Knox farm, east of Beaverton. To them was born one sone, Vallie Knox, of Beaverton. There were also three step-children, Mrs. Eliza Dundas, who died six years ago, Mrs. John Rich, of Beaverton, and Jay Dow, of Toledo, Ohio.

   Two foster children were taken into the home and became as daughters. They are Mrs. Ed Ray of Gladwin and Mrs. Chester Buck of Stanton. There remain 18 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. Mr. Knox is best known as a pioneer of Gladwin county, where he has used his education and talents freely. During the nineties he worked six years as bookkeeper in the saw mills of Beaverton. He then became county surveyor, which position he has held most of  the time since then.

   Men like him have given to America more than we shall ever know. Gladwin County Record dated 05- 01/ 1935 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

JULIA FRANCES (HARRIS) KNOX (27 JULY 1845 - 12 MAY 1936)

 

MRS. JULIA F. KNOX SUCCUMBS TUESDAY

 

Tobacco Woman, 91, Was Oldest Resident of County

 

   Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon, May 14, at 2 o'clock at the Church of the Brethren in Tobacco township for Mrs. Julia F. Knox, who died yesterday at the age of 91. She was the oldest resident of Gladwin county. Burial will be at Dale cemetery. Mrs. Knox died Tuesday morning, May 12, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. John Rich, in Tobacco township, where she had gone the day before to spend some time with Mrs. Rich.

   Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Harris she was born in Macomb county July 27, 1845. She came with her family to Edenville in 1866. Here she married James G. Dow in 1870 at the old Axford Inn. Charles Axford, the proprietor, officiated at the ceremony as justice of the peace. They located on land in what is now Tobacco township, and which has since been her home.

   At that time and for several years after there were no inhabitants between Edenville and the Dow farm and for some distance north. Gladwin was a part of Midland county. Billings township was organized in 1875 and comprised the territory now included in Bentley, Billings and Tobacco townships. Mr. Dow served his townships as supervisor until his death May 21, 1881.

   She married John M. Knox February 28, 1885, and they had since made their home on the old homestead. Mr. Knox was a surveyor and prominent in public affairs of the county. He died April 15, 1935. As one of the oldest residents of the county Mrs. Knox could recount many interesting and lively events of Edenville when it was a stopping place for lumbermen.

   She is survived by two sons and one daughter, James Jay Dow of Toledo, Ohio, Mrs. John Rich, of Tobacco township, and Vallie V. Knox, of Beaverton; two adopted daughters, Mrs. Ed Ray of Gladwin, and Mrs. Chester Buck, of Stanton; a sister and a brother, Mrs. G. W. Boman and Clarence Harris of Edenville. Gladwin County Record dated 05-13/1936 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS. JULIA KNOX

 

   Services were held at the Brethren church for Mrs. Julia Knox May 14, conducted by Rev. Freeman Harris, her nephew, of Cadillac. Burial was at Dale cemetery. Friends from away who came to attend the funeral were: James Jay Dow, Mrs. Winnifred Bailey, Mrs. Constance Fordell and Mrs. Juel Partridge of Toledo, Ohio; Mrs. Alma Peterson, Mr. and Mrs. Pat Greer and Jimmie MacDougal of Flint; Mr. and Mrs. Ottomar McKimmy and Mack Dundas of Detroit; Wanda Knox, Mr. and Mrs. E. Camp and James Green of Midland; Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Buck of Stanton; Mr. Putname of Battle Creek; Mr. and Mrs. Freeman Harris of Cadillac; Mrs. Josephine Boman, Mrs. Royal Marsh, Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Harris and many others of Edenville.Taken from Gladwin County 1st Settler Centennial 1861-1961:

"James G. Dow and Julia Harris were first to establish residence in Tobacco Township.  Married in 1870 at the Oxford Hotel in Edenville (Michigan).  Dow died in 1880.  Julia married John Knox, February 28, 1885." Gladwin County Record dated 05-20/1936 Column - 3 Page - 7

 

LESTA M. (SEARSON) KNOX (29 AUG 1894 - 5 MARCH 1987)

 

Lesta Knox, 92, of Mt. Dora, Fla. and formerly of Beaverton, died Thursday, March 56. Born Aug. 29, 1894, in Findley, Ohio, she was a life member of the Beaverton Order of Eastern Star and a past worthy matron. She was married to Vallie Knox Dec. 21, 1912. He preceded her in death in 1947.

   Surviving are 2 daughters, Wanda Bellaman of Mt. Dora and Jacque Aubel of Taverse, Fla.; 5 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; and 3 great great grandchildren. Rites were held March 7. Memorials may be made to the Beaverton Presbyterian Church. Gladwin County Record dated 03-18/1987 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

VALENTINE VALLIE KNOX (14 FEB 1888 - 14 SEP 1947)

 

SERVICES ARE HELD FOR VALLIE KNOX

 

   Vallie V. Knox, 59, died at his home in Beaverton city on Sunday afternoon, following a serious illness after an operation two months ago in a Saginaw hospital. Funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon at the Hall Funeral Home. Burial was in the Dale cemetery. The Rev. John K. Osborne, of the Beaverton Presbyterian church, assisted by the Rev. John Miller, of the Wagarville Methodist church officiated. Services at the grave were undere the auspice of the Beaverton Masonic Lodge.

   Mr. Knox was born in Beaverton on February 14, 1888, the son of John M. and Julia F. Knox, and has been a life-long resident of Gladwin county. On December 21, 1912 he was married to Miss Lesta M. Searson, of Findlay, Ohio, in Windsor, Ontario.

   Mr. Knox was on a leave of absence at the time of his death from the Michigan State Highway Department, with whom he had been employed for several years. He served as County Surveyor for many years and was Supervisor for the 2nd Ward in Beaverton for several years; he also worked for the County Road Commission at one time. He was a member of the Beaverton Lodge F. and A.M.

   Surviving are his wife, Lesta; two daughters, Mrs. Wanda Staley, of Coburn, Pennslyvania and Mrs. Jacque Aubel, of Saginaw; one half-brother, J. J. Dow, of Toledo, Ohio; one half-sister, Mrs. John Rich, of Beaverton; two adopted sisters, Mrs. Lois Buck and Mrs. Jessie Ray, both of Gladwin; also three grandchildren. Pallbearers were Charles Brown, Donald Ross, Walter Ross, R. L. Johnson, Joseph Bell and John Musser. Gladwin County Record dated 09-17/1947 Column - 1 Page - 1

 

MICHALINE C. (PLESZ) KOTT (25 SEP 1915 - 8 JULY 1984)

 

Mrs. Michaline C. Kott, 68, of 5187 Oakridge Dr., Beaverton, died Sunday, July 8, in the Midland Hospital Center following a short illness. Born in Schenectady, N.Y. on September 25, 1915, she came to Gladwin County 12 years ago from Detroit. She was a member of the Gladwin County VFW 7303 Auxiliary and St. Anne's Catholic Church. The former Michaline Plesz, she was married to Henry Kott on March 14, 1972, in Dearborn.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by one son, Edward Ryback of Nashville, Tenn.; one step-son, Gregory Kott of Hollywood, Calif.; one step-daughter, Mrs. Cynthia Battshill of Detroit; a brother, Milton Plesz of Scottsdale, Pa.; 3 sisters, Mrs. Helen DeBone of Alexandria, Va., Mrs. Mary Sczsgiel of Everson, Pa. and Mrs. Stephanie Hubbard of Dearborn.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 11 a.m. from St. Anne's Catholic Church in Edenville. The Rev. Father Joseph Schabel officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. A wake service was held at the Hall Funeral Home Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. Gladwin County Record dated 07-11/1984 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

KENNETH L. KUHL (21 MARCH 1920 - 18 OCT 1998)

 

Kenneth L. Kuhl, 78, of Beaverton, died Sunday, Oct. 18, 1998 at Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center - Gladwin. Born March 21, 1920 in Fairhaven Township, Huron County, he was the son of Arthur and H. Donna Graves Kuhl. He served his country during WWII in the army. He married Onalee Glann Dec. 3, 1943 in Sebewaing.

   He is survived by his wife, Onalee; two sons, Daniel and wife Patricia of Temple, Tex., and Anthony and wife Judy of Bay City; two grandchildren; one great grandchild; two brothers, Cecil and wife Emily of San Antonio, Tex., and George and wife Joy of Bay Port; three sisters, Violet Grassel of Gagetown, Janice and husband Ben Rodcha of Sebawaing, and Fay and husband James Calaway of Sebawaing. He was preceded in death by a brother, Russel.

   A privated service will be held for the family and burial will be in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Gladwin Area. Arrangements were handled by Sisson Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 10-21/1998 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

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CHARLES WILLIAM LAKE (6 JAN 1900 - 30 OCT 1965)

 

ALPENA RESIDENT BURIED HERE

 

   Services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home for Charles Wm. Lake, 65, of Alpena, who died October 30, following an illness of two years. Born in Eaton County on Jan. 6, 1900, he was a retired machinest for Ford Motor Co. He had resided in Alpena since 1946. He married the former Florence Crumpacker on Nov. 3, 1915, in Gladwin.

   Surviving besides his wife are three daughters, Mrs. Violet Waren, Alpena, Mrs. Veva Nivison, Detroit, and Mrs. Lela Mansfield, of Alpena; two sons, Leonard, of Lincoln Park and Dale, of New York City; three sisters, Mrs. Bertha Spencer, of Lakeville, Mrs. Grace Neumann, and Mrs. Mildred Pendlton, both of Gladwin; 15 grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

   The Rev. Randall Roose officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-03/1965 Column - 6 Page - 2  

 

FLORENCE V. (CRUMPACKER) LAKE (16 JAN 1899 - 1 MARCH 1993)

 

Florence V. Lake, 94, of Hastings, died Monday, March 1, 1993, in Spring Brook Manor Nursing Home in Grand Rapids after a long illness. Born in Midland, Jan. 16, 1899, she moved from Midland to Detroit in 1923 and to Hastings 18 years ago. The former Florence Crumpacker, she was married to Charles Lake on Nov. 3, 1915, in Beaverton. He preceded her in death Oct. 30, 1965.

   Surviving are 2 sons, Lenard of Lincoln Park and Dlae of Ann Arbor; 2 daughters, Mrs. Ray (Violet) Warn of Arlington, Va. and Mrs. Richard (Veva) Nivison of Hastings; 2 sisters, Gladys Combs of Plymouth and Stella Cole of Hemlock; one brother, Comer Crumpacker of St. Charles; 14 grandchildren and many great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 2 sons, George and Leslie, a daughter, Lele Mansfield; and 3 sisters, Mary Andrist, Eva Sweatland and Mabel Sweatland.

   Rites will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Pastor Curtis Gordon will officiate and burial will be in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the donor's choice. Gladwin County Record dated 03-03/1993 Column - 4 Page - 2   

 

GERTRUDE ALICE (SCHOFIELD) LAKE (14 FEB 1874 - 4 NOV 1959)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO MRS. LAKE

 

   Mrs. Gertrude Alice Lake, 75, died Wednesday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Mildred Pendleton, in Beaverton, following an illness of two years. Mrs. Lake was born February 14, 1874, in Rochester, New York, and was married to William Lake in Eaton County on November 24, 1895. He preceded her in death on December 31, 1941. Mrs. Lake has been a resident of Gladwin County since 1908.

   Survivors include one son, Charles Lake, of Alpena; three daughters, Mrs. Grace Neumann, Gladwin, Mrs. Mildred Pendleton of Beaverton and Mrs. Bertha Spencer of Lakeville; 13 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren and two great, great grandchildren. One daughter Ruth preceded her in death.

   Funeral services were held on Saturday, October 31, at 2 p.m. at the Church of the Brethren in Beaverton with the Rev. Carl Hilbert and Rev. Arthur Whisler officiating. Burial was in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-04/1959 Column - 7 Page - 1  

 

RUTH LAKE (1908 - 28 MAY 1909)

 

 Ruthie Lake died Friday, aged nine months, and the bereaved parents take this opportunity to thank the kind neighbors and friends for their sympathy and assistance. Gladwin County Record dated 6-3/1909 Column – 1 Page – 8.

 

WILLIAM LAKE (21 DEC 1869 - 31 DEC 1941)

 

WILLIAM LAKE DIES AT HOME OF DAUGHTER

 

   William Lake of Beaverton died of a fatal heart attack at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Charles Neumann of Gladwin. He was born December 21, 1869 in Vermontville and departed this life December 31, 1941. He married Gertrude Schofield November 23, 1894 and to this union five children were born one preceding him in death in infancy.

   Mr. and Mrs. Lake moved from Vermontville in 1908 to a farm east of Beaverton, remaining there until 1937 when they moved to the city of Beaverton where Mr. Lake lived until his death. Those surviving are his wife and four children, Mrs. Grace Neumann of Gladwin, Charles Lake of Lincoln Park, Mrs. Mildred Pendleton and Mrs. Bertha Spencer of Beaverton and one brother, Benjamin Lake of Charlotte.

   Mr. Lake was highly thought of in the community and leaves many friends to mourn his loss. Funeral services were held Friday, January 2 at the Charles Neumann home in Gladwin and at the L.D.S. Church in Beaverton, Elder Willis Schrock assisting. Interment was in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-07/1942 Column - 4 Page - 4  

 

JAMES H. LAMB, SR (30 DEC 1911 - 23 SEP 1983)

 

James H. Lamb Sr. 71, of 1396 Birma Trail, Beaverton, died Friday, Sept. 23, in the Midland Hospital Center following a short illness. Born in Evansville, Wisc., on December 30, 1911, he came to Gladwin County 4 years ago from Chatanooga, Tenn. He retired in 1971 as a truck driver for Interstate Trucking Co. Mr. Lamb was a member of the Gladwin F.O.E. 3292. He was married to the former Hazel Brown-Wright on June 14, 1980, in Gladwin.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 daughters, Mrs. Paul (Barbara) Way of Madison, Wisc. and Angela Lamb of Chattanooga, Tenn.; 4 sons, Jerrold, Donald and Terrill of Madison, Wisc. and James Jr. in the Army in Hawaii; 3 sisters, Mrs. Mona Swanson of Traverse City, Beatrice Lamb of Portland, Ore. and Mrs. Ruth Patterson of Evansville, Wisc.; 13 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

   Rites were held Monday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Dana Lane officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. An Eagles Memorial Service was held at 7 p.m. Sunday. Gladwin County Record dated 09-28/1983 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

IRVIN B. LARKIN (11 JUNE 1907 - 10 FEB 1970)

 

RITES THURSDAY FOR IRVIN LARKIN

 

   Irvin B. Larkin, 62, of Beaverton Township, died Tuesday, Feb. 10, in St. Mary's Hospital, Saginaw, after an illness of three months. Born in Saginaw County on June 11, 1907, he had lived in Gladwin County the past 22 years. Mr. Larkin was employed by Robinson Industries. He was married to the former Louise Cingano on April 14, 1931, in Montrose.

   Besides his wife, Mr. Larkin is survived by one son, Jack, of Beaverton; two sisters, Mrs. Winnie Bardoni and Mrs. Cora Demers, of Saginaw; four brothers, George, of Bay City, Frank, of Ohio, Cleo and Melody, of Saginaw; and two grandchildren.

   Rites will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Lester Kline will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-11/1970 Column - 8 Page - 2  

 

LOUISE S. LARKIN (1912 - ?)

 

NEILS FREDERICK LARSON (16 SEP 1983 - 16 SEP 1983)

 

INFANT LARSON

 

   Neils Frederick Larson of 4083 Flock Rd., Beaverton, was stillborn at the Midland Hospital Center Friday, Sept. 16. Surviving are his parents, Scott and Rachelle Larson of Beaverton; 2 sisters, Lori Sue and Nicole, at home; grandparents, Mrs. Delores Larson of Beaverton, Neils Larson of Saginaw, Mrs. Connie Cross and Earl Cross of Midland; great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Hunt of Saginaw, Mrs. Myrtle Coty of Midland and Mrs. Blanche Cross of Beaverton; and his great great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Hunt of St. Charles and Mrs. Rachel Ryder of Beaverton.

   Rites were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Frederick Casmer officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-21/1983 Column - 5 Page - 2  

 

 

Neils F. Larson, Beaverton (Bay City Times, September 20, 1983)

 

Services are at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Beaverton Chapel of the Hall Funeral Home for Neils F. Larson, who died upon birth Friday at the Midland Hospital Center. Survivors include his parents, Scott and Rachel Larson; and two sisters, Lori Sue and Nicole. Burial is in Dale Cemetery, Beaverton.

 

 

KITTIE I. LAVEQUE (1891 - 1962)

 

THOMAS JOHN LAVEQUE (1875 - 1958)

 

LYLE N. LEECK, SR (31 JAN 1936 - 8 JAN 2000)

 

Lyle N. Leeck Sr., 63, of Beaverton, died Saturday, Jan. 8, 2000 at home after a long illness. Born Jan. 31, 1936 in Alpena, he lived in Gladwin for 40 years. Lyle married Patricia A. (Genske), Dec. 11, 1981 in Las Vegas, Nev. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving in the U.S. Navy. He was a journeyman welder for Buick Motor Division, General Motors, Flint for 30 years, retiring in 1989. He was a member of Christ the King Lutheran Church in Gladwin.

   Besides his wife he is survived by three sons, Lyle N. Jr. and Carl, both of Beaverton, and Fred and wife Christine of Sanford; three daughters, Dawn and husband Kenneth Keller of Beaverton, Delphine Leeck of Gladwin, and Deanna and husband Roy Smith of Detroit; one stepson, Andrew Lukowski and friend Melissa Martinson of Gladwin; his mother, Evelyn Leeck of Fenton; one brother, Francis and wife Darlene of Montrose; one sister, Delores and husband Forrest Shook of Fenton; special friends, Doug and Vicki Zorn of Gladwin; and several grandchildren.

   He was preceded in death by his father, Gordon Leeck; and one brother, Marvin in April 1977.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. today (Wednesday) at Christ the King Lutheran Church in Gladwin with Rev. David Sprang of Christ the King Lutheran Church officiating. Burial will be in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Memorial contributions may be made to Christ the King Lutheran Church or Hospice of Gladwin. Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin was in charge of the arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 01/2000.

 

VERA (COY) LEMON (8 NOV 1920 - 7 JAN 1941)

 

FORMER RESIDENT DIES IN ROYAL OAK TUESDAY

 

   Funeral services for Mrs. Henry Lemon, who died at her home in Royal Oak on Tuesday, January 7, were held at the home of her father, Rolla Coy, last Thursday afternoon. Rev. Perry Hoover of the Church of the Brethren officiated and burial was maed in the Dale cemetery. Vera Coy was born November 8, 1920, in Marshall county, Indiana.

   She has lived near Beaverton nearly all of her life. Graduating from the Beaverton Rural Agricultural School several years ago. Surviving her besides her husband is a ten weeks old son., grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Coy, her father, Rolla Coy; all of Beaverton; one brother, Virgil Coy of Midland; three sisters Fern, also of Beaverton; Edna and Florence of Indiana. Gladwin County Record dated 01-15/1941 Column - 4 Page - 5   

 

CHRIS WILLIE LEUNBERGER (1909 - ?)

 

MARY ELIZABETH (QUILLET) LEUNBERGER (26 OCT 1907 - 2 MAY 1984)

 

Mary E. Leuenberger, 83, of 640 Dale Rd., Beaverton, died Wednesday, May 2, in the Midland Hospital Center following a short illness. Born in Tobacco Township on October 26, 1907, she had spent her life here. She was a graduate of Mt. Pleasant Teachers College and taught at the East Billings School for 18 years. Mrs. Leuenberger was a member of the Dale United Methodist Church and United Methodist Women. The former Mary Quillet, she was married to Chris W. Leuenberger June 11, 1935, in Williamston, N.Y.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by a sister, Mrs. Irene Walters fo Beaverton. A brother, Harlan Quillet, preceded her in death Jan. 6, 1961. Services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Dale United Methodist Church. The Rev. Bruce Hatch officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. The Hall Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 05-09/1984 Column - 6 Page - 2  

 

(Midland Daily News, May 4, 1984)

 

Mary E. Leuenberger 76, of Beaverton died Wednesday, May 2, 1984, at Midland Hospital Center following a short illness.

 

She was born Oct. 26, 1907, in Tobacco Township. She graduated from Mount Pleasant Teachers College and taught school for 18 years in the East Billings School District. She Was a lifetime resident of Beaverton and a member of the Dale United Methodist Church and Dale United Methodist Women. The former Mary Quillet married Chris W. Leuenberger June 11, 1935 in Williamston, N.Y.

 

She leaves her husband, Chris; and sister, Mrs. Irene Waiters of Beaverton. A brother, Harlan Quillet, died Jan. 6, 1961.

 

Services will be 2p.m. Sunday at the Dale United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Bruce Hatch officiating. Burial will be in Dale Cemetery.  Friends may call at the Hall Funeral Home’s Beaverton Chapel after 7 p.m. today.

 

 

MAXINE H. (HUTSON) LEWIS (2 FEB 1925 - 10 OCT 1965)

 

HOPE WOMAN KILLED WHEN HIT BY CAR

 

   Mrs. Maxine H. Lewis, 40, of Hope, was fatally injured about 1:30 a.m. Sunday morning when she was struck by a car on M-30 south of Edenville. Midland Sheriff's officers said Mrs. Lewis was walking on the highway wen she was struck by a car driven by James Eugune Miller, 30 of Secord Township, while he was attempting to pass another car.

   Mrs. Lewis was born on Feb. 2, 1925, in Beaverton. The former Maxine Hutson, she was married to Clarence Lewis Nov. 26, 1945. Besides her husband, she is survived by four sons, Clarence Jr., James, Terry Lynn, and Kenneth, all at home; three daughters, Mrs. Kathleen Beebe, of Averill, Mary Ann, and Patricia, both at home; one sister, Mrs. Suzane Stenger, of Beaverton; and one brother, Richard, of Beaverton.

   Services will be held today (Wednesday) at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. Burial will be in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-13/1965 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

NORRENE M. (HITCHCOCK) LEWIS (18 NOV 1950 - 6 DEC 2005)

 

Norrrene M. Lewis, 55, of Beaverton, died Dec. 6, 2005 at home following a long illness. She was born in Framingham, Massachusetts on Nov. 18, 1950 to Harrison and Rose (Breslin) Hitchcock. She was a homemaker and lived in Gladwin County for six years, having previously resided in Midland. She married Richard Lewis in Clare on Nov. 24, 1999.

   Surviving her are her husband, Richard Lewis of Beaverton; her daughter, Jennifer (Bert) Johnson of Beaverton; her step-daughter, Ginger Wilson of Midland; her step-son, Earl Lewis of Midland; her grandchildren, Brandon Lang, Carly Johnson, Ginnelle Wilson and Crystal Lewis; two step-sister, Vicky VanSteenhouse of Unionville and Jane Tobias of Houghton Lake; and one step-brother, Jack Alexander of Houghton Lake. She was predeceased by her parents.

   Funeral services were held Saturday, Dec. 10 at Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton with Pastor Hugh Lewis officiating. Burial took place in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery, Beaverton. Memorial contributions may be made to Pardee Cancer Fund. Gladwin County Record dated 12-14/2005 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

EDWARD K. LIPKE (5 JAN 1882 - 13 JUNE 1953)

 

BEAVERTON MAN PASSES AWAY

 

   Edward K. Lipke, 71, passed away suddenly at his home in Tobacco township on Saturday night, June 13. Funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Mr. Dietrich, of Saginaw, officiated and burial was made in the Dale cemetery.

   Mr. Lipke was born in Germany on January 5, 1882, and came to the United States at the age of 19. He lived in Detroit for a time and came to Gladwin county 25 years ago. He owned and operated the Sugar Rapids grist mill at one time. On October 7, 1942, he married Mrs. Ida Scheele, in Gladwin.

   Surviving are three sons and two daughters, all of Detroit; also 15 grandchildren. Pallbearers were Charles Oglestone, L. Z. Hiser, Clifford Paxton, Harry Yager, Albert Guest, Royal McKimmy. Gladwin County Record dated 06-17/1953 Column - 6 Page - 1  

 

IDA L. (STEINHAUS) LIPKE (25 MARCH 1897 - 1 MARCH 1984)

 

Mrs. Ida L. Lipke, 86, of Midand and formerly of Beaverton, died at the Town and Country Nursing Home. Born in Bad Axe on March 25, 1897, and had lived most of her life at Beaverton until coming to Hope and Midland several years ago.

   Her first husband, Henry Scheele died about 1937, and she later married Edward Lipke who died in 1953. She was a member of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Surviving are a niece, Mrs. Leona Caldecourt of Midland; A son, Donald Scheele, died as a child several years ago.

   Rites were held at the Miner Funeral Home at 2 p.m. Friday with burial in the Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 03-07/1984 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

BERNADINE P. LOAR (1917 - ?)

 

JENNIFER LYNN LOAR (5 NOV 1972 - 8 SEP 1991)

 

Jennifer Lynn Loar, 18, of 2350 W. Badger Rd., Beaverton, died suddenly Sunday, Sept. 8, 991, in Harper Hospital, Detroit. Born in Midland Nov. 5, 1972, she had spent her lifetime in Gladwin County. Miss Loar was a 1990 graduate of Beaverton High School and a sophomore at Great Lakes Junior College in Midland. She was also a co-op student at Dow Chemical Co.

   Surviving are her parents, Michael and Deborah Loar of Beaverton; one brother, Chet of Beaverton; and her grandparents, Leon and Shirley Mavis and Leo and Bernadine Loar of Beaverton. Services were held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Father James Heller officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Crippled Children's Fund. Gladwin County Record dated 09-11/1991 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

CORRECTION

 

   In the obituary of Jennifer Loar last week a sister, Stephanie, was left out. We are sorry for the error. Gladwin County Record dated 09-18/1998 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

LEO J. LOAR (25 SEP 1918 - 18 AUG 1999)

 

Leo J. Loar, 80, of Beaverton, died Wednesday, Aug. 18, 1999 at the Gladwin Living Centre in Gladwin following a long illness. Born Sept. 25, 1918 in Clare County, Leo was a machine operator and retired in 1980 from Robinson Industries after 25 years. He farmed all of his life and was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County. Leo married Bernadine P. Edgar Nov. 9, 1939 in Gladwin.

   He is survived by his wife Bernadine of Beaverton; four daughters, Pat and husband Gordon Goodman of Gladwin, Evelyn and husband Joe Brady of Beaverton, Linda and husband, Phil Vorce of Beaverton, and Judy and husband Louis Miller of Prescott; five sons, Gary, Michael, Dick, Harold and his wife Cathy, and Larry and wife Pat, all of Beaverton; two brothers, Robert and Basil, both of Beaverton; three sisters, Donna Jean Brewer and Ruth Brown of Gladwin and Beulah Timmons of Beaverton; 31 grandchildren and 33 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by four brothers, three sisters and four grandchildren.

   Funeral services were held Aug. 20 at 11 a.m. at the Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton. He was buried in the Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart Mission. Gladwin County Record dated 09-01/1999 Column - 6 Page - 2  

 

JAMES R. LOGAN (3 FEB 1924 - 20 MARCH 2002)

 

James R. Logan, 78, of Beaverton died suddenly March 20, 2002 at MidMichigan Medical Center. Born Feb. 3, 1924 in Detroit, James was the son of Raymond and Rebecca (McMasters) Logan. He married Jean McKenzie January 31, 1948 in Detroit. He was a veteran of the U. S. Army, serving in WWII. He worked as a television technician at Sears in Saginaw. After moving to Beaverton, he worked as a barber full-time at Dave’s Styling in Midland and part-time at Jesse’s in Beaverton. He was a resident of Gladwin County for 27 years. James was a member of St. Phillip Neri Catholic Church in Coleman. After moving to Beaverton Mr. Logan became interested in vegetable and flower gardening. But his greatest love was for his apple orchard of 150 trees. He was also an avid hunter and fisherman.

   James is survived by his wife, Jean; two sons, John (Kathleen) Logan of Tawas City, and Jaime (Patrice) Logan of Coleman; two grandsons, Michael Logan and Mark Logan; a granddaughter, Christine Logan; two brothers, Harold (Shirley) Logan of Leesburg, Fl, and Francis Logan of Venice, Fl; two sisters, Mary Frazer of Santa Barbara, CA, and Jacqueline Tragosz of Mt. Clemens; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

He is predeceased by his parents; his daughter JoAnna Logan (1996); his grandson Jimmy Logan; and his brother John T. Logan.

   Funeral services were held Saturday, March 23, 2002 at 11 a.m., at Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton. Rev. Fr. Todd Arnberg officiated. Burial took place at Tobacco Twp. (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 03-27/2002 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

JEAN M. LOGAN (1923 - ?)

 

JOANN MARIE LOGAN (25 SEP 1964 - 1 MARCH 1996)

 

JoAnn M. Logan, 31, of Beaverton, died Friday, March 1, 1996 from injuries in a Gladwin County auto accident. Born Sept. 25, 1964 in Detroit, she resided in Gladwin County most of her life. Ms. Logan was employed as an accountant at Dow Chemical in Midland. She was a member of the St. Phillip Neri Catholic Church in Coleman.

   Surviving are her parents, James and Jean Logan of Coleman; her fiance, Ron and his son Jesse Longstreth Jr. of Beaverton; 2 brothers, John Logan of Tawas City, and James Logan of Royal Oak; her grandmother, Theresa McKenzie, nephews Michael, Mark and James; niece Christine; and many aunts and uncles. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Ray and Rebecca Logan and her grandfather Ernest McKenzie.

   Services were held at 1 p.m. Tuesday from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton chapel. The Rev. Father James Heller officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery, Tobacco Township. A vigil service was held at 7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Gladwin County Record dated 03-06/1996 Column - 2 Page - 7  

 

RICHARD THOMAS LONG (4 NOV 1971 - 4 NOV 1971)

 

INFANT LONG

 

   Richard Thomas Long died at birth at the Gladwin Area Hospital on Thursday, Nov. 4. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas R. Long, of Beaverton. Rites were held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton. The Rev. F. E. Voller officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-10/1971 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

ALMA A. (SCHEELE) LONGSTRETH (14 MAY 1906 - 3 JUNE 1991)

 

Mrs. Alma A. Longstreth, 85, of 3351 Guernsey Rd., Beaverton, died Monday, June 3, 1991, in her home following a long illness. Born in Deshler, Ohio, May 14, 1906, she moved to Gladwin County in 1920 from Ohio. She was a member of the Our Savior Lutheran Church and Our Savior Ladies Aid. The former Alma Scheele, she married Ray Longstreth on April 6, 1925 in Beaverton. He preceded her in death Sept. 19, 1990.

   She is survived by 5 sons, Wayne, Lloyd and David all of Beaverton, Donald of Coleman, and William of Brandon, Fla.; 2 daughters, Mrs. Charles (Marie) Bennett of Beaverton, and Mrs. Jerome (Norma) Densmore of Farwell; 29 grandchildren; 39 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. She was preceded in death by a son, Richard.

   Services will be held Thursday, June 6, at 1 p.m. from the Our Savior Lutheran Church with the Rev. Donald Dengler officiating. Burial will be in the Dale Cemetery, Tobacco Township. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record 06-05/1991 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

ELMER "RAY" LONGSTRETH (13 JUNE 1905 - 19 SEP 1990)

 

Elmer (Ray) Longstreth, 85, of 3351 W. Guernsey Rd., Beaverton, died suddenly Wednesday, Sept. 19, 1990, in the MidMichigan Regional Medical Center-Midland. Born in VanWert, Ohio, June 13, 1905, he moved to Gladwin County in 1920. Mr. Longstreth farmed and was a member of the Farm Bureau. Mr. Longstreth and the former Alma Scheele were married April 6, 1925, in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 5 sons, Wayne, Lloyd and David of Beaverton, William of Brandon, Fla. and Donald of Coleman; 2 daughters, Mrs. Charles (Marie) Bennett of Beaverton and Mrs. Jerome (Norma) Densmore of Farwell; one brother, Gerald of Clare; 3 sisters, Mrs. Frances Dubey and Mrs. Opal Early of Roseville and Mrs. Arthella Land of Montrose; a step-brother, Arthur Witkoske of Connecticut; 4 step-sisters, Pauline Scheer of Gladwin, Rena Metzger, Martha Knapp, Edna May and Alma LeVee of Beaverton; 29 grandchildren; 39 great grandchildren; and 1 great great grandchild. He was preceded in death by a son, Richard, April 23, 1984, 2 brothers and 2 sisters.

   Services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral  Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Donald Dengler officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-26/1990 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

HARRY S. LONGSTRETH (31 JULY 1914 - 12 FEB 1981)

 

Harry S. Longstreth, 66, of 660 Dale Rd., Beaverton, died Thursday, Feb. 12, at his home following a short illness. Born in Gladwin County on July 31, 1914, he had spent his lifetime here. Mr. Longstreth was manager of the Beaverton Elevator, a member of the Gladwin County Fair Board and the Dale Methodist Church. He was married to Martha Quillet on April 6, 1963, in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, James of Hope; 3 daughters, Mrs. Robert (Joan) Tacey of Beaverton, Mrs. Paul (Marion) Johnson of Florida and Mrs. Doyle (Karen) Donn of Gladwin; a step-son, Harley Quillet of Beaverton; one step-daughter, Ruth Ann Methvin of Beaverton; 2 brothers, Ray of Beaverton and Gerald of Clare; 3 sisters, Mrs. Frances Dubey of Warren, Mrs. Opal Early of Roseville and Mrs. Arthella Land of Beaverton; 19 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

   Services were held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Bruce Hatch officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-18/1981 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

LLOYD H. LONGSTRETH (3 NOV 1932 - 22 JUNE 1993)

 

Lloyd H. (Red) Longstreth, 60, of 5109 Roehrs Rd., Beaverton, died Tuesday, June 22, 1993, in the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Midland, after a short illness. Born in Beaverton on Nov. 3, 1932, he had spent his lifetime there. Mr. Longstreth was a cement finisher for Spence Brothers in Saginaw until retiring in 1992. He was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Gladwin and Union Local 7 in Saginaw. Mr. Longstreth and the former Maxine Palastyi were married Aug. 9, 1958, in Gladwin.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 sons, Mike and Bob of Beaverton and Jim of Gladwin; 4 brothers, Wayne and David of Beaverton, William of Brandon Fla. and Donald of Coleman; 2 sisters, Mrs. Marie Bennett of Beaverton and Mrs. Norma Densmore of Farwell; and 5 grandchildren.

   Services were held Friday at 11 a.m. from Our Savior Lutheran Church. The Rev. Donald Dengler officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Gladwin County Record 06-30/1993 Column - 3 Page - 2 

 

MARTHA L. (BOOS) QUILLET LONGSTRETH (15 NOV 1919 - 28 FEB 1999)

 

Martha L. (Quillet) Longstreth, 79, of Beaverton, died Sunday, Feb. 28, 1999 at Tender Care Nursing Home in Midland after a long illness. Born Nov. 15, 1919 in Detroit, she lived in Gladwin County since 1940 and previously lived in Detroit. She was a homemaker. Martha married Harlan Quillet, April 27, 1941 in Beaverton. He preceded her in death Jan. 6, 1961. She then married Harry Longstreth, April 6, 1963 in Beaverton. He preceded her in death Feb. 12, 1981. She was a member of the Dale United Methodist Church in Beaverton, and the Dale United Methodist Ladies Aid.

   She was also past president of MidMichigan Travel Club; past president of Gladwin County Ladies Farm Bureau; past president of the Home Extension Club; and a past member of the Gladwin County Fair Board.

   Surviving are one daughter, Ruth Ann and husband James Walters of Beaverton; one son, Harley and wife Lorna Quillet of Beaverton; one granddaughter, Jennifer and husband Methvin Ward of Midland; one great-granddaughter; one great-grandson; four step-grandchildren; nine step-grandchildren; and two step great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one grandson, Mark Quillet, July 14, 1984.

   Services were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel with Rev. David Stewart officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Memorial contributions may be made to the Dale United Methodist Church building fund or the donor's favorite charity. Gladwin County Record dated 03-03/1999 Column - 2 Page - 2

 

MAXINE A. LONGSTRETH (1940 - ?)

 

TERRIE JO LONGSTRETH (1958 - 1958)

 

BETTY L. (CRAIG) LOOSE (17 JUNE 1926 - 31 MAY 1995)

 

Betty L. Loose, 68, of Beaverton, died Wednesday, May 31, 1995 at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center following a short illness. Born June 17, 1926 in Midland, she resided in Midland and Gladwin County since 1956. The former Betty Craig married Harold Loose May 16, 1944 in Midland. He preceded her in death May 3, 1981.

   Surviving are 2 sons, Douglas and wife Kathy of Gladwin, Gary and wife Christine of Coleman, and Scott and wife Mary Beth of Beaverton; 2 daughters, Christine and husband Dennis Fritz of Gladwin, and Janet and husband Randy Stoike of Gladwin; one brother, Elmer Craig Jr. of Midland; one sister, Norma Baringer of Midland; 20 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 06-07/1995 Column - 2 Page - 6  

 

HAROLD J. LOOSE (12 JULY 1924 - 3 MAY 1981)

 

Harold J. Loose, 56, of 2418 South, M-18, Beaverton, died Sunday, May 3, in Michigan Veterans Facility, Grand Rapids, following a long illness. Born in Midland July 12, 1924, he had lived in Gladwin County since 1956. Mr. Loose owned Harold's Marina in Edenville and was a veteran of World War II. He and the former Betty Craig were married May 16, 1944, in Midland.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 sons, Doug of Gladwin, Gary of St. Petersburg, Fla. and Scott of Beaverton; 2 daughters, Mrs. Ronald (Christine) Schumacher and Mrs. Randolph (Janet) Stoike of Gladwin; his mother, Mrs. Vera Loose of Midland; 2 brothers, Arnold and Richard of Midland; 4 sisters, Mrs. Wilma Moore and Mrs. Shirley Marsh of Midland, Mrs. Ethel Husted of Edenville and Mrs. Carolyn Bergeron of Sanford; 2 half-brothers, Maynard and Milford Pressnell of Midland; and 11 grandchildren.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Father Robert Henley officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-06/1981 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

FLOYD R. LORD (12 DEC 1888 - 28 AUG 1965)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR FLOYD LORD

 

   Services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home for Floyd R. Lord, 76, of Beaverton, who died suddenly Saturday. Born in Osceola County on December 12, 1888, he had been a resident of Gladwin County for 67 years. Mr. Lord was married to the former Jeanette Dumont on May 7, 1914, in Beaverton.

   Surviving besides his wife are two daughters, Mrs. Letha Hagenbaugh, of Beaverton, and Mrs. Dorothy Rowley, of Flint; one sister, Mrs. Gladys Trovinger of Rockwood; four grandchildren and one great grandchild.

   The Rev. Gordon Showers officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-01/1965 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

BONNIE L. LOWER (1930 - ?)

 

DALE R. LOWER (1927 - 1996)

 

ARTHUR D. LYNCH (16 APRIL 1919 - 5 APRIL 1991)

 

Arthur D. Lynch, 71, of 1324 McKimmy Dr., Beaverton, died Friday, April 5, 1991, at his home after a short illness. Born in Wilsons Mills, Quebec, April 16, 1919, he moved to Gladwin County 2 1/2 years ago from New Baltimore. Mr. Lynch was a tool maker for Ford Motor Co., Utica Trim Plant, for 18 years until retiring in January 1985. He was a member of St. Anne's Catholic church, Edenville. Mr. Lynch and the former Edith Burpee were married in 1952 in Roseville.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 sons, Bruce of Metamora, Donald of St. Clair and Patrick in the Army in Ft. Campbell, Ky.; 4 daughters, Mrs. Sandra Tygielski of Clarkston, Sharon Lynch of Anchorville, Mrs. Darlene Kotch of Mt. Clemens and Mrs. Vivian Williams of Tampa, Fla.; 6 sisters, Hazel Jordan of Wayne, Frandee Kerns and Christina Miller of Frasher, Kathleen Noonan and Jean Lortie of Montreal, Can. and Mildred Dorsette of Mt. Clemens; and 9 grandchildren.

   A memorial service was held Monday at 11 a.m. from St. Anne's Catholic Church with the Rev. Father James Heller officiating. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 04-17/1991 Column - 5 Page - 2  

 

EDITH L. LYNCH (1931 - ?)

 

M'S

 

EAN DONALD MACINTRYE (9 OCT 1922 - 14 MAY 2005)

Ean Donald MacIntyre, 82, of Beaverton passed away Saturday, May 14 at the Tendercare Nursing Home in Clare. He was born Oct. 9, 1922 in Highland Park to John and Sarah (Peel) MacIntyre. Ean married the former Madge Smith in January 1952 in Toledo, Ohio. Madge passed away Dec. 14, 1983. Ean was working for Dura Automotive in Gladwin as a tool and die maker. He owned and operated several tool and die shops in his lifetime. He was a veteran of WWII and a member of V.F.W. 7303. He was also a member of the Warren Lodge #427 F & AM and the Sanford Moose Lodge #2519.

Surviving are two sons, Ean Glenn MacIntyre of Beaverton, and Bruce (Angela) MacIntyre of Sugar Hill, Georgia; one daughter, Peggi (Mike) Stahr of LaFollette, Tennessee; eight grandchildren and one Great-grandchild; two brothers, Archie MacIntyre of Beaverton, and Charles McIntyre of Livonia; and one sister, Jessie Springer of Westland. One brother precedeases Ean.

Services were held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 17 at the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin. Rev. Tony Reynolds officiate. Burial took place in Dale Cemetery. Graveside services were under the auspices of V.F.W. Post 7303 and Post 11256.

MADGE L. (SMITH) YOUNG - MACINTRYE (9 AUG 1925 - 14 DEC 1983)

 

Madge L. MacIntyre, 58, of 5419 S. Pine St., Beaverton, died Wednesday evening, Dec. 14, in the Midland Hospital Center following a long illness. Born in Detroit on August 9, 1925, she came to Gladwin County in 1972 from Detroit. She was a member of the Beaverton O.E.S. Chapter 386. The former Madge Young, she was married to Donald MacIntyre in January 1952 in Toledo, Ohio.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by 2 sons, Glenn and Bruce of Beaverton; one daughter, Mrs. Carl (Peggy) White of Edenville; one brother, Bruce Smith of Denver, Colo.; and one granddaughter. Rites were held Saturday at 10 a.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Carter Miller officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. An O.E.S. memorial service was held at the funeral home Friday evening. Gladwin County Record dated 12-21/1983 Column - 3 Page - 2   

 

 

(Midland Daily News, Dec. 16, 1983)

 

Madge L. MacIntyre, 58, 5519 South Pine, Beaverton, died Wednesday evening, Dec. 14, 1983, in Midland Hospital Center.

 

She was born in Detroit, Aug. 9, 1925, and attended schools there. She married Donald MacIntyre in Toledo, Ohio in January 1952. She lived in Detroit until 1972 when she moved to Gladwin County. She was a member of Beaverton Chapter No. 386, Order of Eastern Star.

 

She leaves her husband; sons, Glenn MacIntyre and Bruce MacIntyre, both of Beaverton; daughter, Mrs. Carl (Peggy) White of Edenville; one grandchild; and a brother, Bruce Smith of Denver.

 

Services will be at 10 am Saturday in Mathews Funeral Home in Gladwin with the Rev. Carter Miller officiating.  Burial will be in the Dale Cemetery in Beaverton.

 

Friends may call at the funeral home anytime until time of service.  There will be an Eastern Star memorial service at 8pm today.

 

JOHN MAIER (16 JULY 1859 - 17 JUNE 1946)

 

TOBACCO PIONEER IS TAKEN BY DEATH

 

   John Maier, 87, died at his home in Tobacco township on Monday, June 17. Funeral services will be held on Thursday afternoon, at 2 o'clock at the Brethren church. Burial will take place in the Dale cemetery. Rev. E. S. Hollinger will officiate. Mr. Maier was born on July 16, 1859 in Edon, Ohio, and has made his home in Tobacco township for the past 50 years. He was preceded in death by his wife, in 1940.

   Surviving are one brother, Andrew Maier, of Edon, Ohio; three sisters, Mrs. Sophia Cobbin, of Goshen, Indiana, Mrs. Margaret Waller, Mrs. Bertha McLoudry, both of Los Angeles, California; also one nephew, Clarence Maier, who makes his home on the Maier farm in Tobacco township. Gladwin County Record dated 06-19/1946 Column - 6 Page - 1  

 

MARTHA ELLEN MAIER (1857 - 16 NOV 1940)

 

HOWARD ROBERT MALCOMNSON (26 FEB 1911 - 11 NOV 1986)

 

Howard R. Malcomnson, 75, of Freemont and formerly of Beaverton, died Tuesday morning, Nov. 11, in Butterworth Hospital, Grand Rapids, of injuries sustained in an automobile accident Monday. Born in Clare County Feb. 28, 1911, he farmed and taught school at Sanford-Meridian until retiring in 1973. Mr. Malcomnson graduated from Central Michigan University with a teaching degree and Michigan State University with a degree in counseling. He was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren and several teaching and counseling organizations.

   Mr. Malcomnson was married to the former Lois Malcomnson in September 1981, in Harrison. She preceded him in death in 1978 from injuries received in an auto accident. Surviving are on daughter, Mary Cotton of Grant; one son, John, of Davison; a brother, Frank Lininger of Dansville; several grandchildren and great grandchildren. A daughter, Ruth died after being hit by a car in 1948 and a son, Robert, died in a airplane crash in 1962. Rites will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Grant Reformed Church. Pastor David Brewer will officiate and burial will be at 3:30 p.m. in the Dale Cemetery. The McKinley Funeral Home in Grant is in charge of arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 11-12/1986 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

LOIS (MISHLER) MALCOMNSON (30 MAY 1911 - 21 MARCH 1978)

 

Mrs. Lois Malcomnson, 66, of 673 W. Knox Rd., Beaverton, died Tuesday, March 21, in Ingham County of injuries sustained in an auto accident. Born in Kosciuszko, Ind., on May 30, 1911, she had spent most of her life in Gladwin County. Mrs. Malcomnson was a school teacher in the Sanford and Beaverton areas and had spent her lifetime teaching music, performing and composing. She was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren.

   She was married to Howard Malcomnson on September 11, 1930, in Roscommon. Besides her husband, she is survived by one son, John of Davison; one daughter, Mrs. Seth (Mary) Cotton of Grant; one sister, Mrs. Iva McKimmy of Anderson, S.C.; 15 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. A son, Robert and one daughter, Ruth preceded her in death. Services were held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Henry List officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 03-29/1978 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

RUTH ANN MALCOMNSON (1941 - 1947)

 

HELEN L. MALLO (5 AUG 1928 - 25 MAY 1982)

 

Helen L. Mallo, 53, of 8378 W. Blackburn, Los Angles, Calif., died suddenly Tuesday, May 25, in Cedars of Siani Hospital. Born in Beaverton on August 5, 1928, she moved to Los Angeles 17 years ago from Beaverton. Surviving are her mother, Mrs. Florence Pendleton of Beaverton; one brother, Elwin Pendleton of Wisconsin; and one sister, Mrs. Dorothy Pidcock of Linwood. Rites were held Sunday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Elder Donn Pendleton officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-02/1982 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

DALE THOMAS MAPES (28 DEC 1953 - 11 MARCH 1967)

 

TOBOGGAN MISHAP FATAL TO BOY

 

   Dale Thomas Mapes, 13-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. David Mapes, of Tobacco Township, died Saturday morning, March 11, from injuries suffered in a tobogganing accident the week previous. Dale was born Dec. 28, 1953, in Mt. Pleasant and had lived all his life in Gladwin County. He was a seventh grade student in the Beaverton Elementary School and a member of the Billings Sunday School. Surviving are his parents; two brothers, James and Timothy; a sister, Ann Marie; and grandparents, Mrs. Emma Mapes of Beaverton, and Mrs. Mary Stear of Sarasota, Fla.

   Services were held Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. at the Miner Chapel with the Rev. F. E. Voller and Rev. William Vroman officiating. Interment was in Dale Cemetery. The youngster received the fatal head injuries on Saturday, March 4, at Grayling when a log jumped in front of the toboggan on which he and several other boys from Beaverton were riding. Dale was taken to St. Mary's Hospital, Saginaw; where he underwent surgery that same day and again Tuesday morning.

   His companions on the toboggan apparently were not seriously hurt. Gladwin County Record dated 03-15/1967 Column - 7 Page - 1

           

DAVID ARTHUR MAPES (18 MARCH 1918 - 18 JUNE 2003)

 

David A. Mapes, 85, of Eugene, Oregon passed away June 18, 2003 at his home.  He was born March 18, 1918 to John and Erma (Clark) Mapes in Mills Township, and worked as an analytical chemist for Dow Chemical in Midland for 37 years until his retirement in 1975.  The World War II Army veteran lived in Oregon for two years, having previously resided in Beaverton.  He married the former Lucille Stear on Sept. 3, 1943 in Midland; she preceded him in death in 1996.

   Mr. Mapes was a member of Gideons, Grace Bible Church in Midland, the Farm Bureau, and the Gladwin County Fair Board from 1976-1994. He was a past president of the Beaverton School Board, and a former member of the Tobacco Township Board from 1953-1960 and the Gladwin County Board of Commissioners from 1968-1980, including Board Chairman from 1970-1980. He was on the Central Michigan Health Board from 1972-1980, as well as a member of the Gladwin County Planning Commission, East Central Michigan Advisory Board, the Chippewa Nature Center and V.F.W. Post 7303.

   He is survived by sons James (Cindy) Mapes of Kalamazoo and Timothy (Diana) Mapes of Big Rapids; daughter Annmarie (Jon) Brittan of Eugene, Oregon; and 11 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by his parents and a son, Dale Mapes.

Funeral services were held on Sunday, June 22 at 1 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin with burial in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Graveside service included military honors performed by V.F.W. Post 7303. Visitation was held Saturday, June 21.

Memorial contributions may be made to Gideons or Dale United Methodist Church. Gladwin County Record dated 06-25/2003 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

ERMA M. (CLARK) MAPES (7 MARCH 1900 - 7 FEB 1982)

 

Erma M. Mapes, 81, of 575 Dale Rd., Beaverton, died Sunday, Feb. 7, in the Midland Hospital Center. Born in Fulton County, Ohio, on March 7, 1900, she came to Michigan in 1914. She lived in Midland County until moving to Gladwin County in 1946. Mrs. Mapes was a member of Midland and the United Methodist Women. The former Erma Clark, she was married to John Mapes in Midland in 1920. He preceded her in death in 1964.

   Surviving are one son, David of Beaverton; 3 sisters, Mrs. Matilda Clark, Mrs. Dora Hitsman and Mrs. Margaret Swift of Midland; 2 brothers, Ralph and John of Midland; 3 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Services, including the committal service, will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. at the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Douglas Hadley will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-10/1982 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

JOHN MAPES (18 OCT 1877 - 11 MAY 1964)

 

PASSES AT HOME IN TOBACCO

 

   John Mapes, 86, retired Tobacco Township farmer, died at his home Monday after an illness of several weeks. Born in Wood County, Ohio, on Oct. 18, 1877, he was married to the former Erma Clark in Midland on June 15, 1920. He came to Midland County in 1905 from Ohio and farmed in Homer Township before coming to Gladwin County in 1945. He farmed in Tobacco Township for several years before retiring.

   Surviving are his wife, Erma; a son, David, of Beaverton; four grandchildren, James, Annamarie, Timothy and Dale; and a brother, Scott, of Ohio. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Miner Funeral Home with the Rev. Gordon Showers officiating. Burial is in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-13/1964 Column - 6 Page - 1  

 

LUCILLE G. (STEAR) MAPES (26 MAY 1924 - 13 SEP 1996)

 

Lucille G. Mapes, 72, of Beaverton, died Friday, Sept. 13, 1996 at her home following a long illness. born May 26, 1924 in Muskegon, she resided in Midland before moving to Beaverton. Mrs. Mapes was a local correspondent for The Gladwin County Record for many years. She was a member of Farm Bureau, Gideons and the Grace Bible Church in Midland. The former Lucille Stear married David Mapes Sept. 3, 1943 in Ozark, Ala.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by 2 sons, James and wife Cindy of Paw Paw, and Timothy and wife Diane of Stanwood; one daughter, Ann Marie and husband Jon Brittan of Hope, Alaska; 10 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by a brother, Richard Stear in 1995 and a son, Dale Mapes in 1967.

   Rites were held at 11 a.m. Monday from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin chapel. Pastor Doug Hadley and the Rev. David Stewart officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery, Tobacco Township. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the Gideons or the Dale Methodist Church. Gladwin County Record dated 09-18/1996 Column - 1 Page - 7  

 

GEORGE K. MARBLE (28 JAN 1926 - 7 APRIL 1994)

 

RUTH A. MARBLE (22 JULY 1930 - 16 JAN 2002)

 

ALFRED MARDLIN (1910 - 1998)

 

VILLETTA MARDLIN (1921 - 1998)

 

CHARLES H. MARIEN (1909 - ?)

 

JULIA (SZEGFU) SPENTZ - MARIEN (7 OCT 1900 - 24 MARCH 1991)

 

Mrs. Julia Marien, 91, of 456 S. Ross St., Beaverton, died Sunday, March 24, 1991, in the MidMichigan Regional Medical Center-Midland, after a long illness. Born in Nagyveleg, Hungary, Oct. 7, 1900, she came to Gladwin County in 1974 from Taylor. The former Julia (Szegfu) Spentz, she was married to Charles Marien, March 24, 1934, in Ecourse.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Katherine Anderson of Taylor; one sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Nowland of Beaverton; 6 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, John Spentz in 1983 and a grandson.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Donald Keen officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-27/1991 Column - 1 Page - 2  

 

DAWN LAURENCE MARSH (29 SEP 1973 - 7 MARCH 1984)

 

ISABEL M. (ADAMS) MARSH (2 APRIL 1911 - 22 JULY 1992)

 

Isabel M. Marsh, 81, of 2024 Howard Rd., Beaverton, died Wednesday, July 22, 1992, in the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor after a long illness. Born in Jerry City, Ohio, April 2, 1911, she moved to Gladwin County in 1973 from Saginaw. The former Isabel Adams, she was married to Walter Marsh on Aug. 30, 1930, in Ft. Wayne, Ind. He preceded her in death on May 16, 1981.

   Surviving is one son, Robert of Traverse City; 3 grandchildren and a great grandchild. She was preceded in death by a brother. Rites were held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Sisson Funeral Home. The Rev. Roy Glasgow officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-29/1992 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

JOHN C. MARSH (3 SEP 1927 - 30 OCT 1999)

 

WALTER J. MARSH (17 JULY 1912 - 16 MAY 1981)

 

Walter J. Marsh, 68, of 2024 Howard Rd., Beaverton, died Saturday, May 16, in the Midland Hospital Center. Born in Sygnet, Ohio, on July 17, 1912, he moved to Flint in 1968, to Saginaw in 1940 and to Gladwin County in 1973. Mr. Marsh worked at International Harvester in Flint and then at Draper Chevrolet in Saginaw for 23 years until retiring in 1973. He was a Buckeye Township trustee and a member of United Commercial Travelers. Mr. Marsh and the former Isabel Adams were married August 30, 1930, in Fort Wayne, Ind.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Robert of Traverse City; one brother, Norman of Bloomdale, Ohio; 2 sisters, Mrs. Mildred Teeple of Bowling Green, Ohio and Mrs. Mavis Bronson, of Findlay, Ohio; and 3 grandchildren. Services were held Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Fred Wilson officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-20/1981 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

? MARSHALL (? - ?)

 

LEONA A. (STURGIS) MARSHALL (16 JAN 1928 - 2 APRIL 1993)

 

Mrs. Leona A. Marshall, 65, of 1511 Hughes Rd., Beaverton, died Friday, April 2, 1993, at her home after a long illness. Born in Saginaw, Jan. 16, 1928, she moved to Gladwin County in 1981 from Davisburg. She was a member of the All-Bright Shores Eagles Club 3655. The former Leona Sturgis, she was married to Billie Marshall in 1966 in Las Vegas, Nev.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by one son, Robert Hall of Toledo, Ohio; her mother, Vera Cook of Beaverton; 4 sisters; 2 brothers and 4 grandchildren. Rites were held Monday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Noah Funk officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Gladwin County Record dated 04-07/1993 Column - 4 Page - 2 

 

LUCAS WILLIAM MASON (29 JUN 1980 - 11 NOV 2004)

 

SSG Lucas William Mason, age 24, of Fayetteville, North Carolina, formerly of Beaverton, Michigan, passed away suddenly at Ft. Braggs, North Carolina on November 11, 2004. Lucas was born June 29, 1980 to William and Deborah (Williams) Mason.

   Lucas graduated from Beaverton High School in 1998, and then attended the University of Detroit Mercy. In January 2000 'Lucas' love for his country resulted in him enlisting in the military, a conviction shared by by his sister and his cousin Josh. During his four years of military service, Lucas served with the 327th Signal Battalion (Airborne) as a software analyst in the Battalion Information Management Office. In 2002 he was assigned to Bravo Company, 112th Signal Battalion (Special Operations) (Airborne) as a Technical Control Senior Operator. Having excelled as a Technical Control Operator Lucas was reassigned to the Company's Special Operation Forces Deployable Node. As the Assistant Team Sergeant, Lucas served with great distinction during Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom.

   Lucas received the Army Commendation Medal with one oak leaf cluster, the Army Achievement Medal with four oak leaf clusters, the Army Good Conduct Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Global War on Terrorism, Expeditionary Medal, the Gobal War on Terrorism Service Medal, the Meritorious Unit Commendation and the Parachutist Badge.

   Lucas is survived by his wife Jennifer, his daughters, Samantha Estes and McKenzie Mason, and his son Nicholas Estes, all of Fayetteville, North Carolina; his parents William and Deborah Mason, all of Beaverton; his grandparents Martin and Mary Mason, and Marlene Williams, all of Beaverton; and many aunts and uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Robert H. Williams.

   Funeral services will take place on Saturday, November 20 at 2 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home, 430 S. Ross Street in Beaverton. Visitation will take place Thursday, November 18 from 3 to 6 p.m. and Friday, November 19 from 4 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will take place at the Tobacco (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 11-17/2004 Column - 1 Page - 2

 

BEULAH M. MATHEWS (1915 - ?)

 

THOMAS E. MATHEWS (1914 - 1986)

 

MISAKO LYNN "MOE" MATTHEWS (6 AUG 1970 - 20 MAY 1985)

 

MISAKO MATTHEW

 

Misako Lynn Matthew, 14, of 5025 Dundas Rd., Beaverton, died Monday, May 20, at the Midland Hospital Center of injuries sustained in an auto-pedestrian accident in Beaverton. She was born Aug. 6, 1970, in Midland and had spent her lifetime in Gladwin County. She was a freshman at Beaverton High School and a member of the Dale United Methodist Church School and track and. Softball teams in school.

 

She is survived by her parents, Dan and Rachel Matthew; one sister, Mrs. Mark (Cheryl) Schafer of Beaverton; 2 brothers, Michael Guest of Beaverton and Caniel Jr. of Huntingtown, Md.; grandparents, Dayton and Anna Matthew and Edward Fisher of Midland. Her grandmother Fisher died Feb. 5, 1985.

 

Services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Bruce Hatch will officiate and burial will be in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 5-22/1985 Column – 3 Page – 2.

 

KYLE S. MAVIS (ABT. OCT 1957 - 26 JAN 1960)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR INFANT SON

 

   Funeral services were held Saturday, January 30 for Kyle S. Mavis, three-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Mavis of Beaverton, Kyle died January 26 after an illness of several months. Survivors including his parents, are two brothers, Randy and Larry; and three sisters, Terry, Cindy and Becky, all at home; grandparents, Howard Mavis of Merrill, Harriet Jones, of Saginaw, and Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Apgar of Portland, Ore.; and great grandmother, Mrs. Mable Spencer of Beaverton.

   The Rev. Verne Summers officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-03/1960 Column - 2 Page - 2

 

RONALD D. MAXWELL (3 MAY 1971 - 1 AUG 1988)

 

Ronald D. MAXWELL, 17, of 5288 Oakridge Dr., Beaverton, died Monday morning, Aug. 1, in the Midland Hospital Center, after being pulled from the Tobacco River Sunday evening. Mr. MAXWELL was born in Clare, May 3, 1971, and had spent his lifetime in Gladwin County. He would have been a junior at the Beaverton High School this fall.

   He is survived by his parents Ronald E. and Wilma MAXWELL; 2 sisters, Christie and Tina, at home; his grandparents, Don and June MAXWELL and Bill and Mildred Blades of Beaverton. Services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Mark Moore will officiate and burial will be in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-03/1988 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

EDNA V. (WITKOSKE) MAY (25 APRIL 1919 - 22 SEP 1992)

 

Edna V. May, 73, of 303 W. Brown St., Beaverton, died Tuesday, Sept. 22, 1992, in the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Midland, after a long illness. Born in Grout Township, April 25, 1919, she and her husband owned May's Country Store and Gas Station in Swartz Creek from 1948 to 1955 and then farmed in Durand from 1958 to 1968. They operated the Newberry Motel from 1967 to 1969 and lived in Lake Station from 1969 to 1985 when they moved to Beaverton. The former Edna Witkoske was married to John May on Oct. 12, 1940, in Flint.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by 2 sons, Rodney of Swartz Creek and Lionel of Beaverton; 2 daughters, Mrs. John (April) Schmiege of Durand and Mrs. Bill (Joy) Koss-Glover of Lake Oswego, Ore.; one brother, Arthur Witkoske of Stafford, Conn.; 4 sisters, Martha Knapp, Alma Levee and Rena Metzger of Beaverton and Pauline Scheer of Clare; 10 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.

   Services were held Saturday at 3:30 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. David Stewart officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-30/1992 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

JOHN J. MAY (19 MARCH 1912 - 23 MARCH 1993)

 

John J. May, 81, of 303 W. Brown St., Beaverton, died Tuesday, March 23, in the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Gladwin, after a short illness. He was born in Richmond, Ind., March 19, 1912, and came to Gladwin County in 1985 from Lake Station where he lived from 1969 to 1985. Mr. May was a crane operator for Chevrolet Metal Fabrication in Flint for 33 years and retired in 1967. He operated May's Country Store and Gas Station from 1948 to 1955. Mr. May farmed in Durand from 1958 to 1968 and operated the Newberry Motel from 1967 to 1969. Mr. May and the former Edna Witkoske were married Oct. 12, 1940, in Flint. She preceded him in death on Sept. 22, 1992.

   Surviving are 2 sons, Rodney of Cherokee Village, Ark. and Lionel of Beaverton; 2 daughters, Mrs. John (April) Schmiege of Durand and Mrs. Bill (Joy) Koss of Lake Oswego, Ore.; one sister, Violet Davis of New Lothrop; 10 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.

   Rites were held Friday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. David Stewart officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-31/1993 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

PATRICIA M. MCCRAY (1939 - 22 SEP 1996)

 

MARGO MCKELLAR (1948 - ?)

 

NEIL G. MCKELLAR (1938 - 1996)

 

BEATRICE (HUGHES) MCKIBBIN (1887 - 19 AUG 1968)

 

RITES HELD FOR MRS. MCKIBBIN

 

   Funeral services were held Wednesday, August 21, at the Dale United  Methodist Church at 1:00 p.m. for Mrs. Beatrice McKibbin of Bad Axe, who passed away August 19. The Rev. A. H. Keesler, pastor of the church, officiated at the rites. Burial was made in the Dale cemetery.

   Mrs. McKibbin was the former Miss Beatrice Hughes of Beaverton. Her husband, Roy McKibbin, passed away several years ago. Gladwin County Record dated 08-28/1968 Column - 1 Page - 5

 

CYRUS L. "OWEN" MCKIBBIN (28 OCT 1868 - 1945)

 

GRACE L. (MONTGOMERY) MCKIBBIN (1885 - APRIL 1960)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO MRS. MCKIBBIN

 

   Mrs. Grace McKibbin, 74, of Beaverton, died April 15, after an illness of two weeks. Mrs. McKibbin was born October 18, 1885, in Saginaw County and married Owen McKibbin in 1905. He preceded her in death on January 17, 1945. She was a member of the Beaverton Order of the Eastern Star, the Presbyterian Church, and the Esther Circle.

   Survivors include two sons, Edward of Cincinnati, and Harold of Beaverton; one daughter, Mrs. Leona Methner, of Beaverton; four sisters, Mrs. Tom Graves of Detroit, Mrs. Nell Inman, of Beaverton, Mrs. Mary Shehorn, and Mrs. Ruth O'Flaherty, of Flint; two grandchildren and one great grandchild.

   Services were held Monday at the Beaverton Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Verne Summers officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-20/1960 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

HAROLD A. "IKE" MCKIBBIN (12 JUNE 1910 - 16 JULY 1978)

 

Harold (Ike) McKibbin, 68, of Condon, Mont., died suddenly Sunday, July 16. Born in Beaverton on June 12, 1910, he moved from Beaverton to Montana four years ago. He was a retired Beaverton school bus driver. Mr. McKibbin was a veteran of World War II and was the first commander of the Beaverton VFW Post 7303.

   Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Patricia Christ of Leslie; one sister, Mrs. Leona Methner of Beaverton; and 3 grandchildren. Services were held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Elder Willard Pendleton officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-26/1978 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

ROBERT IRVINE MCKIBBIN (1 MAY 1839 - 15 NOV 1895)

 

Our esteemed friend and neighbor R. S. McKibbon died on the 15th inst. The remains were interred in the Tobacco cemetery. A large number of relatives and friends attended the funeral services conducted by Rev. E. H. Bradfield, of Gladwin. The late R. S. McKibbon was a man of cultivated intellect and good judgement. He came to this place about 12 years ago, bought a piece of wild land and hewed out a comfortable home which could only be accomplished by perserverance and hard toil.

   He was a soldier of the war of the rebellion and it was the hardships, fatigues and exposures of this terrible campaign that sowed the seeds of the disease which slowly but surely undermined his constitution and ended in an attack of total paralysis and caused his death in a few hours. It was not till he was so broke down by ill health that most of the time he was unable to work he applied for a pension and that was 28 years after the war and which it was granted. The remains were conveyed to their last resting place under old glory, the flag he fought to preserve, the usual honor paid to a soldier's funeral. All honor to his memory. Gladwin County Record dated 11-22/1895 Column - 3 Page - 8 {Note: Surname most used is: McKibbin. Also find McKibbon. The S. above is a typo!}. 

 

ROYAL BIRD MCKIBBIN (27 APRIL 1878 - 22 OCT 1936)

 

ROY MCKIBBIN FORMER BEAVERTON MAN DIES

 

   Funeral services were held Sunday at the Dale Methodist church for Roy B. McKibbin, conducted by Rev. B.F. Wade. Burial was at the Dale cemetery. Born April 24, 1878, in Lyons, Ohio, he died October 22, 1936, at his home at 1309 Third street, Bay City. He is a former resident of Beaverton and Tobacco townships. He was a veteran of the Spanish American war and served as state representative from the Gladwin-Roscommon district. He also built Idlewild resort at Prudenville.

   He is survived by his wife, Beatrice McKibbin, a son, Lieut. Hugh McKibbin, of the air corps at San Diego Calif., one daughter, Juanita McKibbin, of Bad Axe, and brother Owen McKibbin, of Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 10-28/1936 Column - 4 Page - 4

 

VIOLA MAY MCKIBBIN (ABT. 15 APRIL 1890 - 1 NOV 1903)

 

Mr. and Mrs. Claude Smith, of Loomis, attended the funeral of their niece, Miss Viola McKibbin. D. Mitchell, of Estey, was also in attendance. Gladwin County Record dated 11-06/1903 Column - 2 Page - 10

   Miss Viola McKibbin died at her home in Dale Nov. 1, aged 13 years, 6 months and 17 days. The funeral was held in the hall, Elder Freeman officiating, and a large procession followed the remains to Dale cemetery. The deceased suffered a long and painful illness. Gladwin County Record dated 12-04/1903 Column - 6 Page - 5

 

AGNES IRENE (BOYCE) MCKIMMY (6 AUG 1872 - 12 NOV 1951) 

 

Mrs. J.L. McKimmy, 79, passed away on Monday morning, November 12, at the Mt. Pleasant Community Hospital, after suffering a double cerebral hemorrhage. The McKimmys were enroute to their winter home in Mt. Dora, Florida, when they stopped in Ithaca to have some work done on their car. While waiting, Mrs. McKimmy was stricken in the garage and removed to the hospital, where she died without regaining consciousness.

   Agnes Irene Boyce was born in Fulton County, Ohio on August 6, 1872, the daughter of Stephen and Mary Boyce. She married J. L. McKimmy on January 1, 1882. they moved to Beaverton in March 1907. Surviving are her husband, J.L. McKimmy; three sons, Lester, Ellis and Paul, all of Beaverton; two daughters, Mrs. Eldon Witkovsky, of Coleman and Mrs. Ernest Rackel of Fort Wayne, Indiana; one sister, Mrs. Edward Rupp, of Beaverton; also sixteen grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. two children preceded their mother in death.

   Funeral services will be held today from the Beaverton Church of the Brethren with the Rev. Ernest Jehnsen officiating. Burial was made in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-14/1951 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

DARRELL ROBERT MCKIMMY (JAN 1940 - JAN 1940)

 

Rev. Arthur Whistler conducted funeral services for the infant son (Darrell Robert) of Mr. and

Mrs. O. H. McKimmy of Royal Oak at the John Rich home Sunday with burial in the Dale cemetery.

 

Walter Witkowski of Detroit brought the baby up from Royal Oak and after the burial called

on the former's sister, Mrs Hazel Gruber, before returning home. We deeply sympathize with Mr.

and Mrs. McKimmy and family. Gladwin County Record dated 1-17/1940 Column – 8 Page – 2.

 

D.G. MCKIMMY (4 NOV 1906 - 13 FEB 1920)

 

D.G. McKimmy, died Feb. 13, at Beaverton aged 13 years, 3 months and 9 days, of pneumonia, following influenza. His parents,  Mr. and Mrs. John A. McKimmy, preceded him in death, and two brothers and two sisters remain. Gladwin County Record dated 02/26/1920 Column - 5 Page - 6

  

DOROTHY C. MCKIMMY (1912 - 1918)

 

ELNORA RUTH MCKIMMY (12 MAY 1920 - 5 SEP 1922)

 

We extend our sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Lester McKimmy in the loss of their little girl Alnora. Gladwin County Record dated 9-14/1922 Column – 3 Page – 8.

 

ELLIS LUTHER MCKIMMY (18 OCT 1898 - 21 AUG 1972)

 

Ellis L. McKimmy, 73, of Beaverton City, died Monday, August 21, at the Clare Hospital following a long illness. A resident of Gladwin County since 1905, he was born in Metamora, Ohio, October 18, 1898. He was the owner and operator of the Beaverton Concrete Works from 1928 to 1958. Mr. McKimmy was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren and Beaverton Masonic Lodge. He and the former Velma Cochran were married July 3, 1927, in Beaverton. Surviving are his wife, Velma; two daughters, Mrs. Darrel (Berniece) Wood, and Mrs. John (Madonna) Ladner, all of Beaverton; two sisters, Mrs. Ethel Witkovsky of Beaverton, and Mrs. Florence Peterson of Mt. Dora, Fla.; and six grandchildren. Services will be held at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton, with the Rev. Henry List officiating, and burial will be in Dale Cemetery. Masonic memorial services will be Thursday evening at 8:00 p.m. Gladwin County Record dated 08-23/1972 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

ELMER W. “LEROY” MCKIMMY (1882 - 25 JAN 1949)

 

FOUND DEAD IN HOME

 

   Elmer McKimmy, 67, was found dead late Tuesday evening in a Beaverton house where he had been living with Ernest Swart for the past several weeks. Swart, who is 62 years old, told officers that McKimmy went outdoors during the evening, and when he didn't return, Swart became alarmed and went to look for him. He said he found him lying on the floor near the door, and went to get help.

   In crossing the street, he was struck by an automobile driven by Robert Beall of Beaverton, and was brought to the Gladwin Hospital, where he told them about McKimmy, Mr. McKimmy's body is being sent to Bay City for a pathologist's examination to determine the cause of death. Funeral services will be delayed until after the examination. Gladwin County Record 01-26/1949 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

ELMER MCKIMMY

Buried Saturday

 

     Funeral services for Elmer McKimmy, 66 were held on Saturday at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren, with the Rev. Ernest Jehnsen officiating. Burial was in the Dale cemetery.

     Mrs. McKimmy was born in Fulton county, Ohio, on July 27, 1882. He worked at the carpenter trade and had been a resident of Beaverton for the past 40 years. He passed away on Tuesday, January 25, in Beaverton.

     Surviving are two sons and three daughters; five brothers, Ottamar and James of Beaverton, Edson of Lenawee county, Leo of Detroit and Charles of Ludington; two sisters, Mrs. Bird Yager of Beaverton and Elva of California.

   Because of unusual circumstances relating to his death an autopsy was performed. The pathologist's report revealed that Mr. McKimmy died from natural causes. Gladwin County Record dated 02-02/1949 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

ESSIE ALVIRA (LAMPSON) MCKIMMY (29 JULY 1888 - 2 JULY 1970)

 

SERVICES HELD for ESSIE MCKIMMY

 

   Mrs. Essie A. McKimmy, 81, of Beaverton, died Thursday, July 2, in the Gladwin Hospital after a short illness. Born in Birch Run on July 29, 1888. She had spent most of her life in Gladwin County. The former Essie Lampson, she was married to Edson McKimmy on April 16, 1908 in Beaverton. Surviving are two sons, Donald of Fenton and Ernest, of Adrian; four grandchildren and five great grandchildren. One daughter, Clayma preceded her in death. Services were held Sunday at 1: 30 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. F.E. Voller officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery.

 

Note: Parents for Essie (Lampson) McKimmy is currently Unknown. Possible father is: Jonas P. Lampson of VT? Later adopted by: William Lampson & Isabel Coon Lampson?

 

EVA (STUTZMAN) MCKIMMY (10 MARCH 1892 - 19 AUG 1979)

 

Eva McKimmy, 87, of 1043 Dale Rd., Beaverton, died Sunday, Aug. 19, at her home following a long illness. born in Fulton County, Ohio. on March 10, 1892. She came to Gladwin County 48 years ago. She was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The former Eva Stutzman, she was married to Royal R. McKimmy in September 1911, in Wauseon, Ohio. He preceded her in death January 12, 1963.

     Surviving are 2 daughters, Mrs. Cletus (Velma) Bushroe and Mrs. Virgil (Donna) Asch of Tucson, Ariz.; 3 sons, Clair and Ralph of Beaverton and Harold of Waterville, Ohio; 20 grandchildren. 31 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. Services were held today Wednesday, at 1:30 p.m. from the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Henry List officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 08/22/1979 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

FRANCES LAVERNE (RICH) MCKIMMY (19 AUG 1905 - 26 NOV 1972)

 

Mrs. Frances L. McKimmy, 67, of Wooden Shoe Village, died Sunday, Nov. 26, in St. Mary's Hospital, Saginaw, following a short illness. The former Frances Rich, she was born on Aug. 19, 1905, in Beaverton. She was married to Ottamar McKimmy on Aug. 8, 1928 in Beaverton.

     Mrs. McKimmy was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. Beside her husband, she is survived by three sons, Merle of Beaverton, Doyle of Bridgeport and Donald of Bad Axe; three daughters, Mrs. Delores Schnepp of Hope, Mrs. Rosalyn Coats of Clare and Mrs. Sharron Kalnbach of Saginaw; and 19 grandchildren. Services were held today, Wednesday, from the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Henry List officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangement were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 11/29/1972 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

HAZEL MAE (SMITH) MCKIMMY (13 SEP 1893 - 11 AUG 1953)

 

ILLNESS FATAL to MRS. MCKIMMY

 

     Mrs. Hazel M. McKimmy, 59, passed away at her home in Tobacco Township on Tuesday, August 11. She had been in ill health for several years. Funeral services will be held from the Beaverton Church of the Brethren on Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The Rev. Ernest Johnsen will officiate and burial will be in the Dale cemetery. Mrs. McKimmy will be at the Hall Funeral Home until noon on Friday, when she will be taken to the church.

     Hazel M. Smith was born on September 13, 1893 in Maple Grove, Saginaw county the daughter of Albert and Ellen Smith. She came to Beaverton with her parents at the age of seven and has been a resident there since. She was married to Clayton McKimmy on March 15, 1914 in Beaverton.

     Surviving are her husband; four sons, Ronald, of Portland, Oregon, John, of Janesville, Wisconsin, Wilferd, of Syracuse, New York and Howard of Beaverton; seven daughters, Mrs. Mildred Bergman, Mrs. Helen Frye and Mrs. June Havens, all of Beaverton, Alice McKimmy, of San Francisco, California, Mrs. Margaret Pietras, of Saginaw, Mrs. Iola Whitehead, of Midland and Mrs. May Covey, of Denver, Colorado; one brother, Percy Smith, of Beaverton; one sister, Mrs. Myrtle Wheeler, of Detroit; also 17 grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 08/12/1953 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

HENRY EDSON MCKIMMY (28 JUNE 1884 - 1 FEB 1969)

 

RITES HELD for EDSON MCKIMMY

 

     H. Edson McKimmy, 84, of Beaverton, died at the Gladwin Hospital Saturday, Feb. 1, after a short illness. Born in Ogden on June 27, 1884, he was retired from the railroad and Bohn Aluminum Company. Mr. McKimmy was a life member of the Saginaw F. & A.M Lodge No. 77. He was married to the former Essie Lampson. Besides his wife he is survived by two sons, Donald of Fenton and Ernest of Adrian; two sisters, Mrs. Bertha Yeagar of Gladwin, and Mrs. Elva Norton of Plymouth; three brothers, Ottamar and Jay of Beaverton and Leo of Detroit; four grandchildren and five great grandchildren. A daughter Clayma, preceded her father in death.

     Rites were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. F.E. Voller officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-05/1969 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

HOWARD DELOS MCKIMMY (9 NOV 1930 - 7 FEB 1998)

 

Howard McKimmy, 67, of Beaverton, died Saturday, Feb. 7, 1998 at his home after a short illness. Born Nov. 9, 1930 in Beaverton, he was the son of Clayton and Hazel (Smith) McKimmy of Beaverton. He was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County. He worked in machinery maintenance at Robinson Industry in Coleman, retiring in 1992 after 35 years. He also farmed and was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. Howard married the former Bonnie Dennison, Oct. 17, 1953 in Gladwin.

     Besides his wife he is survived by two sons, David of Midland and Toby of Flint; two daughters, Ellen and husband Patrick Kent of DeWitt, and Teresa and husband Javian Coats of Gladwin; seven sisters, Alice Mayer and May Covey of California; Margaret Pietras of Shields, Iola Whitehead of Arizona, Helen Fry, June Havens, and Mildred King, all of Beaverton; one grandson, Lyle Noel Coats of Gladwin; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one sister, Muriel, and four brothers, Herbert, Ronald, John and Milford.

     Services were held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Church of the Brethren in Beaverton with Rev. Kenn Golay officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Memorial contributions may be made to the Church of the Brethren building fund or Hospice of Gladwin County. Arrangements were in charge of Hall Funeral Home Beaverton Chapel. Gladwin County Record dated 02-11/1998 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

IDA CAROLINE (BERKEBILE) MCKIMMY (11 MARCH 1866 - 6 FEB 1920)

 

Mrs. Ida McKimmy passed away Feb. 6 at her home south of Beaverton. She had long been a resident there. Gladwin County Record dated 02/19/1920 Column - 5 Page - 5

 

IRENE F. MCKIMMY (3 FEB 1916 - 2 DEC 1918)

 

Irene McKimmy, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edson McKimmy, died at Flint, Dec. 2, 1918, aged 2 years, 19 months and 27 days. Funeral was held at Dale M. E. church, conducted by Rev. J.W. Killian. Interment in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-12/1918 Column - 4 Page - 5

 

IVA (MISHLER) MCKIMMY (7 SEP 1895 - 20 NOV 1979)

 

Mrs. Iva McKimmy, 84, of Anderson, S.C. and formerly of Beaverton, died Tuesday, Nov. 20, in Anderson Memorial Hospital following a short illness. Born in Kosciusko, Ind., on September 7, 1895, she moved to Gladwin County in 1914. Mrs. McKimmy was a life member of the Beaverton Order of Eastern Stars. She was married to Lester McKimmy on  December 22, 1914, in Beaverton. He preceded her in death on January 10, 1971.

     Surviving are one son, Henry of Anderson, S.C.; one daughter, Mrs. Rudy (June) Kern of Crystal River, Fla.; 6 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Rites were held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Henry List officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-28/1979 Column - 2 Page - 2

 

JACOB LUTHER MCKIMMY (6 MAY 1871 - 9 OCT 1956)

 

J. Luther McKimmy, 85, retired Beaverton farmer and business man, passed away Tuesday at the Midland Hospital after an illness of two months. Funeral services will be held Friday, Oct. 12 at 2:00 o'clock at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren with the Rev. Earl Atkinson and rev. Arthur Whisler officiating. The body will lie in state at the Paul McKimmy residence from 10 a.m. Thursday until 1:30 p.m. Friday.

   Born in Preston County, West Virginia, May 6 1871 Mr. McKimmy resided in Fulton County, Ohio where he married the former Agnes Boyce in 1892. He moved to Gladwin County in 1907 and has been an active and prominent resident. He was a county supervisor for three terms, superintendent and member of the poor commission for 12 years, director of the Peoples State Bank in Beaverton and director of the Federal Land Bank. He was the founder of the Beaverton Concrete Works and the Beaverton Construction Company.

   His wife preceded him in death in 1951. A daughter, Iva, and a son, Ora, are also deceased. Surviving Mr. McKimmy are three sons, Lester I., Ellis L., and Paul E., all of Beaverton; two daughters, Mrs. Ethel Witkovsky, of Coleman, and Mrs. Florence I. Rackel, of Fort Wayne, Ind.; three brothers, Theodore, Fred and Alvin; and two sisters, Mrs. Saloma Davis and Mrs. Addie Corbin; also 16 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 10-10/1956 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

JAY WILLIAM MCKIMMY (8 JUNE 1905 - 18 SEP 1987)

 

Jay W. McKimmy, 82, of 2759 Canal St., Ludington, died Friday, Sept. 18, in the Northern Michigan Hospital in Petoskey, after a long illness. Born in Beaverton June 8, 1905, he moved to Ludington in 1970. Mr. McKimmy was an operating engineer for Kellogg Chimney Co., Williamsport, Pa., until retiring in 1981. He had worked for many years for Austin Co. in Midland and 2 years at Walter Reuther Bear Lake Project. He was a life member of the AFL-CIO Union of Operating Engineers 324 and received a 40 year pin in February. Mr. McKimmy was also a member of the Kearny, Ariz. Elks Club 2478.

     Surviving are his wife, the former Vera Glidden Wager; one step-son, Donald Wagar of Midland; a foster son, James Peterson of Holt, Mo.; one brother, Ottamar of Gladwin; and 6 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. A step-daughter, Carol Ann Yost, preceded him in death April 29, 1982. Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Henry List officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-23/1987 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

JOHN ALLEN MCKIMMY (30 APRIL 1863 - 17 JAN 1917)

 

McKimmy---John A. McKimmy, eldest son of Perry and Caroline McKimmy, was born in Preston county, W. Va., April 30, 1863, and passed away Jan. 17, 1917, at his home near Beaverton, Mich, aged 53 years, 8 months and 17 days. At the age of 11 he, with his parents, moved to Lenawee  county, this state, where he grew to maturity. Five years of his manhood were spent working in a tile mill.

     On April 4, 1886, he was united in marriage with Ida Berkebile, and to this union were born seven children, three boys and four girls, two of the girls having gone home in their infancy to await father's coming.

     Their early married life was spent near the old home, where they by hard labor saved enough to purchase a small farm, where they moved to the farm south of Beaverton, where their son, Clayton, now lives.

     Soon after coming to this county he began assisting others to locate, thus very materially helping in the settlement and development of this section. In all his dealing he strove to live above reproach and thus testify of Jesus Christ and His power to save.

     At about 16 years of age he heard the Savior's call and united with the Church of the Brethren. The church soon saw his honesty of purpose and called him first to the deacon's office, then to the ministry, and in 1914 he was ordained to the eldership. He was true to his family, true to his God.

     He leaves to mourn, his loving companion, three sons, two daughters, his aged father and mother, five brothers and two sisters and a multitude of friends far and near for whom he sacrificed even the comforts of life that he might be a blessing.

     Funeral services were held Sunday morning at the Beaverton Presbyterian church, Rev. Wade of the M.E. church, W.B. Neff and P. Arnold of the Brethren church, and Henry Kreulen officiating. In the afternoon the last tribute was paid in the Church of the Brethren, Elder Neff preaching the sermon, with Elders Arnold and Kreulen assisting. Regardless of the stormy weather large crowds of friends attended the services. Interment at Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-25/1917 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

JOHN E. “JACK” MCKIMMY (20 JULY 1922 - 17 APRIL 1990)

 

John E. (Jack) McKimmy, 67, of 5402 Oakridge Dr., Beaverton, died Tuesday, April 17, 1990, in the University of Michigan Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, Ann Arbor. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and in charge of the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Gladwin County Record 04-18/1990 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

John E. (Jack) McKimmy, 67, of 5402 S. Oakridge, Beaverton, died suddenly Tuesday, April 17, 1990. In the University of Michigan Hospital, Ann Arbor. Born in Detroit, July 20, 1922, he moved to Gladwin County in 1987 from Wayne. Mr. McKimmy graduated from Beaverton High School in 1941 and was in the Research and Engineering Dept. at Ford Motor Co. in Dearborn for 38 years until retiring in 1980. He served in the Army Air Corps during World War II, was a 32nd degree Mason in the Beaverton Masonic Lodge 453 and a member of the Gladwin County American Legion Post 171. Mr. McKimmy and the former Gerry Ward were married, Oct. 26, 1945 in Waco, Texas.

     Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Larry of Lake Orion and John of Canton; one daughter Mrs. Robert (Jackie) Erickson of Beaverton; one brother, Thomas Spray of Garden City; 2 sisters, Mrs. Shirley Sammons of Canton and Mrs. Betty Osborne of Wayne; 6 grandchildren and one great grandson. He was preceded in death by a brother, Robert McKimmy and 2 sisters, Harriet Osborne and Vera Booker.

     Rites were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Mike Clark officiated and burial was in Tobacco Township Cemetery. A Masonic Memorial Service was held Friday at 7 p.m. and graveside military services were conducted by the American Legion Post 171. Gladwin County Record 04-25/1990 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

JOHN O. MCKIMMY (4 OCT 1920 - 7 MAY 1978)

 

The family of the late Clayton and Hazel McKimmy received word Monday morning of the death of their brother John O. McKimmy at the Elkhorn Rest Home in Elkhorn, Wisc. Funeral arrangements were incomplete. Gladwin County Record dated 05-10/1978 Column - 5 Page - 1

  

JOHN RAYMOND MCKIMMY (28 AUG 1898 - 7 SEP 1992)

 

J. Ray McKimmy, 94, of 1900 W. Knox Rd., Beaverton, died Monday, Sept. 7, 1992, at his home after a short illness. Born in Blissfield, Aug. 28, 1898, he had spent his lifetime in Gladwin County and farmed. He was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. Mr. McKimmy and the former Mary Mote were married June 6, 1920, in Beaverton. She preceded him in death on Feb. 24, 1991. Surviving are several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a son, Raymond, many years ago, 2 sisters, Hazel Gruber and Ruth Yeager and 2 brothers, D.J. and Clayton.

     Services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Randall Roose will officiate and burial will be in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the church, the Hospice of Gladwin County or the donor's choice. Gladwin County Record dated 09-09/1992 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

LAURENCE HERBERT MCKIMMY (? - 1915)

 

LAVERE DUANE MCKIMMY (? -  MARCH 1929)

 

LAWRENCE CLAYTON MCKIMMY (12 MARCH 1887 - 21 SEP 1963)

 

RITES HELD for CLAYTON MCKIMMY

 

   Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren for Clayton McKimmy, 76, well known Tobacco Township resident, who died Saturday at the Midland Hospital after an eight day illness. the Rev. Arthur Whisler and the Rev. Randall Roose officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Born in Lenawee County on March 12, 1887, he was married to the former Hazel Smith on March 15, 1914 in Beaverton. She preceded him in death on August 11, 1953.

   Surviving are four sons, Ronald, of Portland, Ore., John, of Whitewater, Wisc., Milford, of Corvallis, Ore., and Howard, of Beaverton; seven daughters, Mrs. Helen Fry, Mrs. Mildred Bergman and Mrs. June Havens, of Beaverton, Mrs. Alice Mayer, of Oakland, Calif., Mrs. Margaret Pietras, of Saginaw, Mrs. Iola Whitehead, of Phoenix and Mrs. May Covey, of Chicago, Ill.; one brother, Jay Ray McKimmy, and a sister, Mrs. Ruth Yager, of Beaverton; and 37 grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 09/25/1963 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

LEO O. MCKIMMY (19 DEC 1889 - 22 AUG 1969)

 

RITES HELD FOR EX-RESIDENT

 

     Leo O. McKimmy, 79, of Detroit and formerly of Beaverton, died Friday, Aug 22, in Detroit, after a short illness. He was born in Swanton, Ohio, on Dec. 19, 1889. Mr. McKimmy moved to Detroit from Beaverton in 1932. He was a retired carpenter. Mr. McKimmy and the former Edna Felser were married on June 2, 1951 in Detroit. She preceded him in death in August 1968.

     Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Bertha Yager, of Gladwin and Mrs. Alva Norton, of Northville: two brothers, Ottamar, of Gladwin and Jay, of Tower. Services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Henry List, officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-27/1969 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

LESTER IRVING MCKIMMY (19 FEB 1897 - 10 JAN 1970)

 

Lester E. McKimmy, 72 of Beaverton, died suddenly at his home January 10. Born in Metamora, Ohio, on Feb. 19, 1897, he came to Gladwin County in 1907. Mr. McKimmy was a retired farmer and a member of the Beaverton Masons. He was married to the former Iva Mishler on Dec. 22, 1914, in Beaverton.

     Besides his wife, he is survived by on son, Henry, of Newport News, Va.; one daughter, Mrs. June Kern, of Midland; two brothers, Ellis and Paul, of Beaverton; two sisters, Mrs. Florence Peterson, of Mt. Dora, Fla. and Mrs. Ethel Witkovsky, of Breckenridge; six grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

     Services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Arthur Whisler officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-14/1970 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

LOTTIE (BURKET) MCKIMMY (28 MARCH 1912 -12 OCT 1998)

 

Lottie McKimmy, 86, of Beaverton, died Monday, Oct. 12, 1998 at Town and Country Nursing Home in Midland following a long illness. Born March 28, 1912 in Gladwin County, Lottie spent her life as a homemaker. She was a lifetime Gladwin County resident and a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren and Gladwin County Farm Bureau. She married Paul E. McKimmy July 4, 1930 in Beaverton. She is survived by two sons, Thomas and wife Peggy of Beaverton and Jacob and wife Janet of Fenton; two daughters, Jane and husband Kenneth Burgess of Midland, and Marilyn and husband Norman Chalifoux of Houston, Tex.; a brother George Rowley of Gladwin; a sister, Julie Kent of Beaverton, 12 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren.

     She was preceded in death by her husband (March 7, 1985), her brothers, Cecil Rowley, Robert Rowley, and Joseph Burket; and her sisters, Marian Alley, Sarah Schneider, and Phoebe Ogg McKimmy. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Oct. 15 at 11 a.m. at the Hall Funeral Home - Beaverton with the Rev. Kenn Golay officiating. She will be buried in the Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Visitation will be Wednesday from 2 to 9 p.m. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the Beaverton Church of the Brethren Women's Fellowship. Gladwin County Record dated 10-14/1998 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

LUCINDA MARGARET (FINT) MCKIMMY (16 DEC 1859 - 13 JULY 1938)

 

Mrs. Lucinda McKimmy, of Beaverton, died Wednesday morning at 2 a.m. She was born in Preston county, West Virginia, December 16, 1860, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Fint. Shortly after her marriage to James Wm. McKimmy of Preston county, West Virginia, they moved to Michigan. Mrs. McKimmy was the mother of 11 children. She is survived by her husband, eight children, two sisters, three brothers, and 22 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Brethren church with rev. Nicodemus conducting them. Gladwin County Record dated 07-13/1938 Column - 1 Page - 4

 

SERVICES HELD SUNDAY FOR MRS. LUCINDA MCKIMMY 

 

     Funeral services were held Sunday at 2 o'clock at the Church of the Brethren for Mrs. Lucinda McKimmy with Rev. R.E. Nieodeums officiating. relatives from out of town who attended were: Mr. N.L. Berryman of Detroit; E. Pelton, Mrs. E. Gamble, Mrs. L. Badgette of Delta, Ohio; Mrs. Charles Freese of Flint; Mrs. Lola McKimmy and Miss Maxine Yager of Saginaw; Mrs. C. Reynolds, Mrs. Alice Mead, Henry and Archie Norman, and others from Harrison.

     The following poem was read at the services and was written by Mrs. McKimmy's daughter, Elva Feltault.

 

                                                              Our Mother

                                                                 By Elva

She did not care for wordly things Nor laurels hope to claim. She cared not for the world's applause, For vain and fleeting fame. She'd been denied the World's "high lights" The ease you buy with gold. Tho' 'tis what many deem her good, She's missed "good times", I'm told. The World can have what she has missed, To envy, there are none. She had the kisses of a child, At eve----when day is done---She did not care for wanderings When crowds went here and there. She asked of God one thing in life, Twas tis her daily prayer; "Lord, take my life and earthly goods, "One boon I crave, no other "When you complete my 'Book of Life' "Write: I'm a Worthy Mother." Gladwin County Record dated 07-20/1938 Column - 6 Page - 4

 

MABLE FERN MCKIMMY (15 APRIL 1915 - 10 JUNE 1915)

 

MARJORIE MAE (DUNDAS) MCKIMMY (13 DEC 1921 - 16 NOV 1942)

 

The community was shocked and saddened by the news of the death of Mrs. Laurin McKimmy. Our hearts go out in sympathy to the bereft husband, the parents. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Dundas and their family and to all relatives. Gladwin County Record dated 11-18/1942 Column - 5 Page - 3

 

                    OUR MARGIE

 

          Only memories of you, Margie

           Have we left to case the pain.

          Only memories as of sunshine

           That is banished by the rain.

          With the autumn leaves you faded,

           And with them have gone to rest

          God forgive us in our anguish

           For perhaps thou knowest best,

          All in vain we try to fathom

           How you smiled 'midst, work and play.

          Was your gallant soul concealing

           What we know so well today?

          Winter's winds will sign in mourning

           Spring will bring the flowers once more

          To embellish summer's grandeur

           Then to die at autumn's door.

          But perhaps some sunny morning

           Full of flowers and little children

          We will find a garden fair

           And our Margie will be there.

          Smiling she will come to greet us.

           And I think I hear her say, ----

          "Did you say that you had missed me?

            Why, I hadn't been away."

          __In memory of Marjorie Dundas McKimmy

          who passed away November 16, 1942.   41-1

Poem, Gladwin County Record dated 12-23/1942 Column - 5 Page - 4

 

MARWIN DALE MCKIMMY (JULY 1938 - OCT 1938)

 

Doyle and Marwin Dale McKimmy are very, seriously ill and their father, O. H. McKimmy, is ill with stript throat. Mrs. Clayton McKimmy of Pine Stump came Saturday night to help care for them. Gladwin County Record dated 10-5/1938 Column – 6 Page – 4.

 

MARY ELIZABETH (MOTE) MCKIMMY (5 APRIL 1896 - 24 FEB 1991)

 

Mrs. Mary E. McKimmy, 94, of 1900 W. Knox Rd., Beaverton, died Sunday, Feb. 24, 1991, in the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Midland, after a long illness. Born in Lake Odessa, April 5, 1896, she spent most of her lifetime in Gladwin County. Mrs. McKimmy was a school teacher in the Beaverton schools and retired in 1960. She was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren and a 40 year member of the Home Extension.

   The former Mary Mote and J. Ray McKimmy were married June 6, 1920, in Beaverton. Beside her husband, she is survived by several nieces and nephews. A son, Raymond died in 1936. Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Michael Clark officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Donations may be made to the donor's choice. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Gladwin County Record dated 02/27/1991 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

MERLE LAMAR MCKIMMY (10 FEB 1930 - 22 AUG 2001)

 

Merle L. McKimmy, 71, of Beaverton, died Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2001 at home following a short illness. Born Feb. 10, 1930 in Detroit, he was the son of Ottamar and Francis (Rich) McKimmy. He lived in Gladwin County most of his life. Merle married Laura Spencer, Jan 3, 1953 in Beaverton. He was a veteran of the United States Army. He worked for Dow Corning in Midland as an operator, retiring in 1988 after 33 years. Merle was a life member of the National Rifle Association and North American Hunting Club; and member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren.

     Besides his wife he is survived by three sons, David and wife Chari, and Robert and wife Susan, all of Beaverton, and Michael and wife Patricia of Cement City; one daughter, Valerie and husband Gregory Jacobs of Gladwin; 10 grandchildren; two brothers, Doyle of Bridgeport and Donald of Bad Axe; three sisters. Delores Schnepp of Harrison, Rosalyn Richards of Gladwin, and Sharon Kalnbach of Saginaw; and several nieces and nephews.

     He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers. Services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren with Elder Donald Spencer and Pastor Ann Meyer officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Memorials contributions may be made to the Mid-Michigan Visiting Nurse Association. Hall Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 08/29/2001 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

MURIELE JUNE MCKIMMY (17 JUNE 1917 - 11 JUNE 1918)

 

ORA LOUIS MCKIMMY (29 MAY 1894 - 24 JUNE 1931)

 

MURIEL JUNE 'FANNIE' MCKIMMY

 

CARD OF THANKS.

 

     Words cannot express our gratitude to the neighbors and friends for their kindness and sympathy during our recent bereavement. We wish to thank the friends for the flowers., also the choir and Elder Neff for his encouraging words.

 

Mr. and Mrs. Clayton McKimmy.

"CARD OF THANKS, " Gladwin County Record dated 06/20/1918 Column - 5 Page - 5

 

OREL ROSETTA MCKIMMY (8 FEB 1916 - 11 FEB 1933)

 

Orla McKimmy, a 17-year old high school girl of Beaverton and a grand-daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Luther McKimmy and of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Rise, of Tobacco township, died Saturday morning of pneumonia, following an attack of flu. Her father was Ora McKimmy, who died in June of 1931. The funeral services occurred at the Church of the Brethren, conducted by Rev. Perry Hoover, Monday. Gladwin County Record dated 02-16/1933 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

OREL ROSETTA MCKIMMY

 

     Orel Rosetta McKimmy, daughter of Ora L. and Ethel May McKimmy, was born Feb. 8, 1916, about two and one-half miles northeast of Beaverton, Michigan, and departed this life at her home in Beaverton Feb 11, 1933, at the age of 17 years and 3 days.

     Her father preceded her to the spirit world on June 24, 1931. Since then she with her mother and brother Loren have made their home in Beaverton.

     Although Orel never seemed so very strong physically, yet she never had been seriously ill until Tuesday noon when she came home from school, just not seeming to feel very well. Not until Thursday did she seem sick enough to remain in bed. Even then she was very patient and never complained of being very sick. Although her mother waited on her constantly through the night on Friday night, yet neither of them realized the danger of her condition until at about 5:15 Saturday morning when the Heavenly Father suddenly called her home.

     Orel was of a sweet and lovable disposition, being well liked by her teachers and her many friends. Her cheerful presence and smiling face will be missed at school, in the community and in the home. To know her was to love her.

     She leaves to mourn her passing her mother, Mrs. Ethel May McKimmy; one brother, Loren Louis; four grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. L. McKimmy and Mr. and Mrs. Charles T. Rise; uncles; aunts; many cousins and other relatives and a host of friends. Gladwin County Record dated 03-02/1933 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

OTTAMAR HARRY MCKIMMY (16 NOV 1898 - 23 MARCH 1994)

 

Ottamar H. McKimmy, 95, of 215 S. Antler St., Gladwin, died Wednesday, March 23, 1994, at his home. He was born in Coleman on Nov. 16, 1898, and moved from Detroit to Beaverton in 1941 and then to Gladwin. He was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. Mr. McKimmy was a reactor operator for Dow Corning for 11 years until retiring Nov. 30, 1963. He worked at Champion Spark Plug in Detroit for 21 years prior to moving to Beaverton.

     Mr. McKimmy and the former Frances Rich were married Aug. 8, 1928, in Beaverton. She died Nov. 26, 1972. He then married Phoebe (Burket) Ogg on Jan. 19, 1979. Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 sons, Merle of Beaverton, Doyle of Bridgeport and Donald of Bad Axe; 3 daughters, Mrs. Ed (Delores) Schnepp and Mrs. Tom (Rosalyn) Richards of Gladwin and Mrs. Ken (Sharron) Kalnback of Bridgeport; 22 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 7 brothers and sisters.

     Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Kenneth Golay officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the church. The Hall Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 03-30/1994 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

PAUL EDWARD MCKIMMY (29 APRIL 1906 - 7 MARCH 1985)

 

Paul E. McKimmy, 78, of 210 S. Ross St., Beaverton, died Thursday, March 8, in the Gladwin Area Hospital following a long illness. Born in Wasseon, Ohio, April 29, 1906, he spent his lifetime in Gladwin County. He was a dairy farmer and a member of the Church of the Brethren, Mr. McKimmy was a member of the Gladwin County Farm Bureau, a past director at the Soil Conservation District and was a director of the Production Credit Association for 18 years. He was married to the former Lottie Burket July 1, 1930, in Beaverton. Beside his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Thomas of Beaverton and Jacob of Fenton; 2 daughters, Mrs. Kenneth Burgess of Midland and Mrs. Norman (Marilyn) Chalifoux of Houston, Texas, 2 sisters, Mrs. Florence Peterson of Mt. Dora, Fla. and Mrs. Ethel Witkovsky of Beaverton; and 12 grandchildren. Services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Mike Clark officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-13/1985 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

RAYMOND ARTHUR MCKIMMY (1 JAN 1932 - 17 FEB 1938)

 

REV. JAMES WILLIAM MCKIMMY (5 JULY 1856 - 5 JULY 1947)

 

The Rev. James William McKimmy died at the home of his son, Ottamar McKimmy in Beaverton on Saturday July 5, his 91st birthday anniversary. Funeral services were held on Monday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock at the Butman Brethren church, with the Rev. E. S. Hollinger officiating. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery.

   Mr. McKimmy was born in Preston county, West Virginia, on July 5, 1856 and was the last living member of a family of 14 children. He married Miss Lucinda Margaret Fint in West Virginia in 1877. She passed away on July 13, 1938. About 64 years ago they moved to Lenawee county, Michigan and shortly afterward he was elected to the ministry in the Fairview Church of the Brethren. In 1898 he and his family moved to Coleman and through the efforts of Enos Crowell and David Mote he came to Beaverton and was the first minister to preach in this community. He held services in the Old Log school house , and later in the Knoxville school in Tobacco township, built in 1900. In 1902 he moved his family to Beaverton and was an active minister for over 50 years in the church which he helped build in 1905, and was a charter member.

   Funeral services were held from this Home church. He was the father of eleven children, three of whom died in infancy. Surviving are six sons, Edson of Hudson, Elmer and Lee of Detroit, Charles of Ludington, Ottomer and Jay of Beaverton; two daughters, Mrs. Elva Feltault of Pontiac and Mrs. Bertha Yager of Beaverton; 23 grandchildren and 25 great children and a number of nieces and nephews. Gladwin County Record dated 07-09/1947 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

RONALD A. MCKIMMY (29 FEB 1916 - 26 JUNE 1972)

 

Ronald McKimmy, 56, of Portland, Ore., was killed in an automobile accident Monday, June 26, in Columbia, Mo. Mr. McKimmy was returning to Oregon after visiting relatives in Beaverton when the accident occurred. He was born in Gladwin County February 29, 1916, and was a veteran of World War II. He had been a resident of Oregon for the past 20 years, going there from Beaverton.

     Surviving are three brothers, Howard of Beaverton, Milford of Corvallis, Ore., and John of Whitewater, Wisc., seven sisters, Mrs. Helen Fry, Mrs. Mildred Bergman, and Mrs. June Havens, all of Beaverton; Mrs. Margaret Pietras of Saginaw, Mrs. Alice Mayer of Oakland, Calif., Mrs. May Covey of San Jose, Calif., and Mrs. Iola Whitehead of Phoenix, Ariz.

     Services will be Thursday at 2:00 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton, with the Rev. Henry List officiating. Burial will be in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-28/1972 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

ROYAL RAYMOND MCKIMMY (9 OCT 1890 - 12 JAN 1963)

 

RITES FRIDAY for ROYAL MCKIMMY

 

     Royal Raymond McKimmy, 72, retired Tobacco Township farmer, passed away Saturday, January 12, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Cletus Bushroe of Tucson, Ariz., where he and Mrs. McKimmy were spending the winter. Son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Theodore McKimmy, he was born October 9, 1890 at Blissfield, Michigan. He was married to Miss Eva Eva Stutzman September 10, 1911 at Wauseon, Ohio. She survives him. Mr. McKimmy was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren where he was a senior deacon.

     Other survivors include three sons, Clair, of Beaverton, Ralph, of Sanford, and Harold of Perrysburg, Ohio; two daughters, Mrs. Cletus Bushroe and Mrs. Virgil Asch, both of Tucson; a brother, David McKimmy of Toledo, Ohio; and three sisters, Mrs. Lulu Kintner of Adrian, Mrs. Clara Hughes and Mrs. Clifford Horn of Beaverton; 18 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.

     Mr. McKimmy will be at the Hall Funeral Home Thursday and taken to the church Friday noon. Services will be held Friday, at 1:30 p.m. at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren with the pastor, the Rev. Randall Roose, officiating, Burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01/16/1963 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

SARAH (ROCKWOOD)- (OBER) MCKIMMY (9 JAN 1862 - 27 APRIL 1951)

 

Services Held for Aged Lady

 

Funeral Services for Sarah Ober McKimmy, age 89, were held at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren on Sunday afternoon. Rev. Arthur Whistler officiated and burial was made at the Dale Cemetery. Sarah Rockwood was  born in Indiana on January  9 1862, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. Rockwood. She came to Gladwin County in 1909. She was married to James Ober on September 2 1894 in Geneva, Indiana. He died in 1922. On July 12, 1924; She was married to Rev. Perry McKimmy who passed away  on Oct. 2, 1931. Mrs. McKimmy was  the last  of a family of 11 children and has no living survivors. Pallbearers were Paul McKimmy, Hurley McKimmy, Loren McKimmy, Ivan McKimmy, Ottomar McKimmy and J. Ray McKimmy. Gladwin County Record dated 05-02/1951 Column - 7 Page - 1

 

VELMA ALMEDA (COCHRAN) MCKIMMY (17 MAY 1909 - 24 MAY 1990)

 

Velma A. McKimmy, 81, of Beaverton, died Thursday, May 23, 1990, at the Gladwin Area Hospital after a sudden illness. Born May 17, 1909 in Gladwin County, Mrs. McKimmy is a life time resident and homemaker. The former Velma A. Cochran married Ellis L. McKimmy on July 3, 1927, in Beaverton, and he predeceased her on Aug. 21, 1972.

   Surviving are 2 daughters, Mrs. Darrel (Berniece) Wood and Mrs. Madonna Ladner Sherlock of Beaverton; one sister, Mrs. Goldie Colbeck of Saginaw; 6 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Services were held on Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Henry List officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-30/1990 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

ADELL (GOODWIN) MCLEAN (1864 - 1941)

 

JOHN MCLEAN (1870 - 1935)

 

BERTHA (BARCLAY) MCMAHON (9 SEP 1887 - 14 JULY 1907)

 

   Mrs. Fred McMahan died Sunday at the home of her husband's parents, near Arbutus. Fred and his wife moved a month ago moved from Sarnia intending to secure a farm and settle here. She was ill only a few days and died of uremia, aged 19 years. Funeral will be held Wednesday. Gladwin County Record dated 07-18/1907 Column - 3 Page - 8

 

MCMAHON

 

   Mrs. Bertha McMahon, nee Barclay, died at the home of her husbands' parents, Mr. and Mrs. George McMahon, at Arbutus, Mich., July 14, 1907, aged 19 years, 10 months, 5 days. The deceased was united in marriage to Fred McMahon July 17, 1905. Her untimely departure in the morning of Life's golden day is an event greatly deplored and regretted. The deceased was unassuming in manner and possessed a kind, loving disposition which made her a favorite among her friends and acquaintances. Funeral took place from the Dunkard church in Tobacco township July 17, 1907, and was attended by a large concourse of people. The sermon was preached by Rev. William McKimmey, after which her remains were tenderly borne to the cemetery at Dale.

   Bertha leaves a young husband, little son Lloyd, 14 months old, father, mother and four sisters, together with a large circle of acquaintances to cherish her memory. She leaves a bright evidence; that she has gone to that beautiful world where no tears are shed and no good byes said, where the bright bow of joy spans the horizon of her unfettered soul. Gladwin County Record dated 07-18/1907 Column - 3 Page - 8

 

BURTON MCMAHON (18 DEC 1887 - 16 JUNE 1953)

 

LONG ILLNESS FATAL TO BURT MCMAHON

 

   Burton McMahon, 65, passed away at the Midland Hospital on Tuesday. He had been in ill health for about 10 years and seriously ill for the past six weeks. Funeral services will be held on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Sidney S. Rood, of the Houghton Lake Episcopal church, will officiate and burial will be in Highland cemetery. Mr. McMahon was born in Ontario, Canada, on December 18, 1887, and has been a resident of Winegars for the past 56 years. He married Miss Lucy C. Reid in London, Ontario, in 1912. She preceded him in death on June 4, 1950.

   Surviving are five sons, George H. of Mt. Morris, Frank O. of Merritt, Leroy B. of Chicago, Robert D. and Laurence C. of Winegars; four daughters, Mrs. Inez Hock of Merrill, Mrs. Gladys Sterling of Beaverton, Mrs. Agnes Howell of Grand Rapids and Dorothy J. at home; two brothers, Lewis McMahon and Fred McMahon, both of Beaverton; one sister, Mrs. Ida Shanahan, of Ontario, Canada. Two brothers, George and Herbert, and one sister, Mrs. Eunice Thomson, are deceased.

   Pallbearers will be Earl Shumway, V. C. Doane, Boyd Oard, Earl Currie, Earl Armstrong, Henry Wenz. Gladwin County Record dated 06-17/1953 Column - 7 Page - 1 

 

CLARENCE L. MCMAHON (30 JAN 1911 - 4 APRIL 1994)

 

CLARENCE McMAHON

 

Clarence L. McMahon, 83. Of 2811 Davenport, Saginaw, died suddenly Monday, April 4, 1994, He was bom in Buckeye Township Jan. 30, 1911. He had lived in Saginaw and then lived in Gladwin from 1976 to 1986 when

he moved back to Saginaw Mr. McMahon was truck driver for G. H. BrunnerTrucking and Muehlenbeck

Construction in Saginaw. He then worked in maintenance at the Holiday Inn to Saginaw until retiring in 1975

after 13 years. Mr. McMahon and the former Dietta Dillon were married Sept. 23, 1933 in Gladwin. She preceded

him in death on May 1, 1990.

 

Surviving are one daughter. Patricia Taylor of Saginaw; 2 sons, Lester and Wayne of Saginaw; 2 brothers, Dale of Houghton Lake and Donald of Samia. Ont.; one sister, Maijorie Riegler of Bay City; 14 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Arthur and Roger and 3 sisters. Ethel Kigar, Thelma Taylor and Grace Hawley.

 

Rites will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Ronald Cary will officiate and burial will be in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 4-6/1994 Column – 4 Page – 2.

 

DIETTE E. (DILLON) MCMAHON (19 FEB 1915 - 1 MAY 1990)

 

Mrs. Dietta E. McMahon, 75, of 2811 Davenport, Saginaw, died Tuesday, May 1, 1990, in the Saginaw Community Hospital, Saginaw, after a long illness. Born in Saginaw County, Feb. 19, 1915, she lived in Gladwin County form 1932 to 1939, when she moved to Saginaw. Mrs. McMahon moved back to Gladwin County form 1976 to 1986, when she moved back to Saginaw. The former Dietta Dillion, she was married to Clarence McMahon, Sept. 23, 1933, in Gladwin.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Patricia Taylor of Saginaw; 2 sons, Lester and Wayne of Saginaw, 2 sisters, Ollamae Bower of Interlochen and Velzorra McMahon of Houghton Lake; 14 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son-in-law Howard Taylor.

   Rites were held Friday at 3 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Michael Clark officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Townshio Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Kidney Foundation. Gladwin County Record dated 05-02/1990 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

DOROTHY MCMAHON (2 SEP 1923 - ?)

 

ELSIE B. (DUNDAS) MCMAHON (12 FEB 1906 - 21 NOV 2001)

 

Elsie B. McMahon, 95, of Gladwin, died Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2001 at the Gladwin Pines Nursing Center following a lingering illness. Born Feb. 12, 1906 in Hope she was the daughter of the late William and Margaret (McCann) Dundas. Elsie married Lloyd McMahon, July 19, 1925. He preceded her in death Feb. 11, 1964. Surviving are one daughter, Doris (John) Burt of Gladwin; four grandchildren, Craig (Rejo) Walter, Brent (Joy) Walter, Mickey (Gina) Burt, and Jim Burt; eight great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Ivel Dundas of Gladwin; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by four brothers and five sisters.

   Services were held at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul's Episcopal Church with the Rev. T. Edward Bennett officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Gladwin Pines Activity Center fund or St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Sisson Funeral Home, Gladwin, was in charge of the arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 11-28/2001 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

EMMA RACHEL MCMAHON (1939 - 10 JUNE 1963)

 

EX-RESIDENT DIES SUDDENLY

 

   Emma Rachel McMahon, 23, formerly of Winegars, died suddenly Monday at Portland, Ind., after a short illness. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. at the Bradley Funeral Home in Midland with the Rev. Donald Diehl officiating. Burial will be in Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. Born in Gladwin on Dec. 25, 1939, she attended Winegars School before moving to Midland with her parents. She graduated from Midland High School and was employed by Armstrong Glass Co. in Dunkirk, Ind.

   Surviving are her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Letts (formerly Daisy McMahon) of Midland, a sister, Mary Jane McMahon, of Dunkirk, Ind.; a step-sister, Debra Letts and three step-brothers, Aaron Rickie and Darrell Letts, of Midland; her grandfather, Glen Wirt, of Beaverton, and many aunts and uncles. Gladwin County Record dated 06-12/1963 Column - 7 Page - 2

 

EVELYN (MUNSON) MCMAHON (8 JAN 1908 - 6 NOV 1990)

 

Mrs. Evelyn McMahon, 82, of 301 W. Twin Lake Rd., Beaverton, died, Tuesday, Nov. 6, 1990, in the Greenbriar Nursing Home, Sterling, after a long illness. Born in Grout Township, Jan. 8, 1908, she lived in Houghton Lake before moving back to Gladwin County. Mrs. McMahon taught school in several Michigan school districts. The former Evelyn Munson, she was married to George A. McMahon, Jan. 8, 1933, in Buckeye Township. He preceded her in death in 1940.

   Surviving is one son, Leo of Beaverton. A son, Jimmie, died April 12, 1953. Graveside services will be held Friday at 1 p.m. at the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-07/1990 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

FREDERICK H. MCMAHON (26 AUG 1884 - 9 DEC 1960)

 

RITES HELD FOR FRED MCMAHON

 

   Funeral services were held Monday at 1:30 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home for Frederick H. McMahon, 76, of Hay Township, who died Friday at the Clare General Hospital following an illness of a week. The Rev. Alfred Saulsbury officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. A farmer near Winegars, Mr. McMahon was born on August 26, 1884, in Essex County, Ontario, Canada, and came to Gladwin County in 1897. He was married to the former Bertha Barkley on July 15, 1905, in Canada. She preceded him in death in 1907.

   Surviving is a son, Lloyd, of Winegars; a sister, Mrs. Ida Shanahan, of Windsor, Ontario; one grandchild, two great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Gladwin County Record dated 12-14/1960 Column - 7 Page - 1

 

GEORGE A. MCMAHON (13 NOV 1875 - 4 SEP 1940)

 

GEORGE MCMAHON DIES SUDDENLY AT WINEGAR

 

   George McMahon died suddenly of a heart attack at his home in Winegar Wednesday, September 4. George McMahon was born in Ontario, November 13, 1875. He attended the Schools there then with his family moved to Detroit, later they moved to Ontario until 1897 when they moved to the farm in Buckeye township, Gladwin county. On January 4, 1933 he was married to Evelyn Munson and to them were born two children.

   Surviving him are his wife, two sons, Leo Dale, 6 and Jimmie Roger, 7 months, one sister, Mrs. Ida Shanahan and four brothers, Herbert, Lewis, Frederick and Burton. Funeral services were held at the home at 2:30 Sunday, September 8, with Rev. Henry Kreulen officiating.

   Out of town people who attended the funeral were Jeffrey McMahon and Mr. and Mrs. Leslie McMahon, of Marquette, Mrs. Ida Shanahan and Mr. and Mrs. Victor LaPlante of WIndsor, Ontario, Mr. and Mrs. Martin Peters of Flint, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Calton, Mrs. Art Thorpe, Mrs. Leo Winoski, Bud Coombes, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Hodge, Mrs. Frank Talbot and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Irvin McMahon, Mr. and Mrs. Chester McMahon, Harley McMahon, Mrs. Tom Rosean and Mr. and Mrs. Henry St. Mary's of Detroit, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur McMahon of Roscommon, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence McMahon of Saginaw, Mr. and Mrs. Lester Hawley and Dale McMahon of Pontiac, Mr. and Mrs. George Reigle of Bay City, Mr. and Mrs. Guy Taylor of Clare, and Mr. and Mrs. Wm Dundas and daughter of Atlanta. Gladwin County Record dated 09-18/1940 Column -2 Page - 1

 

GEORGE MCMAHON (30 MARCH 1849 - 6 SEP 1919)

 

   MCMAHON---George McMahon was born March 30, 1849, in Monroe county, N.Y., and moved with his parents to Durham county, Ontario, where he was united in marriage to Mary Jane Mack in 1872. They moved with their family to Buckeye township, Gladwin county, April 12, 1897, where he lived to the time of his death Sept. 6, 1919, his death being caused by high blood pressure, resulting from an attachk of influenza. Funeral services were held at the home, Tuesday, Sept. 9, at 10 a.m. conducted by Rev. William Neff, with interment in Dale cemetery.

   His wife and family of seven are left to mourn his loss, including five sons, George A., Charles Herfert and Frederick, who resides at home, Lewis and Burton of Gladwin county, and two daughters, Mrs. Walter Thomson of Hay township, and Mrs. James Shannahan of Windsor, Ont. Mr. McMahon moved on to a piece of unimproved land when he came to this county, upoon which he made a fine farm, with all conveniences, and but recently had built a fine cement house. He was one of the substantial farmers of Buckeye township, and in his death the community with his family as well sustains a great loss. Gladwin County Record dated 09-18/1919 Column - 4 Page - 5

 

GEORGE H. MCMAHON (6 JAN 1917 - 11 SEP 1982)

 

George H. McMahon, 65, of 202 Knox St., Beaverton, died Saturday, Sept. 11, in Veteran's Hospital, Saginaw, following a long illness. Born in Hay Township on January 6, 1917, he attended Winegars School. Mr. McMahon was a veteran of World War II serving in the Army Air Force in the European Theatre. He then became a seaman in the Merchant Marine retiring in 1973. Mr. McMahon lived in Estero and Sebring, Fla. for seven years before moving to Beaverton and making his home with his sister, Mr. and Mrs. Jay (Gladys) Stone.

   Besides Mrs. Stone, he is survived by 3 other sisters, Mrs. Inez Hock of Merrill, Mrs. Agnes Howell of Grand Rapids and Mrs. Dorothy Fetterolf of Beaverton; 4 brothers, Frank of Higgins Lake, Roy of Holiday Lake, Ill., Robert of Gladwin and Laurence of Sanford. A sister, Mrs. Hazel Moliterno of Flint, preceded him in death.

   Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home with the Rev. Henry List officiating. A Military graveside service was by the Gladwin County American Legion Post in the Dale Cemetery. A Veteran's Memorial service was held at the funeral home Monday at 7 p.m. Gladwin County Record dated 09-15/1982 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

JAMES ROGERS "JIMMIE" MCMAHON (8 FEB 1940 - 12 APRIL 1953)

 

SERVICES HELD TODAY FOR BUCKEYE BOY

 

KILLED IN CAR CRASH THAT CRITICALLY HURT HIS MOTHER

 

   Funeral services are being held today for James Rogers McMahon, 13-year-old Buckeye township boy, who was instantly killed in a two car crash at Midland early Sunday morning. His mother, Mrs. Evelyn McMahon, is in critical condition at the Midland hospital with a fractured skull and serious chest injuries. She has not regained consciousness since the accident.

   Leo McMahon, 20, driver of the car and a brother of James, suffered a broken left arm and head lacerations. Midland city police, who investigated, said the McMahon car was traveling west on US-10 returning from Bay City. The second car involved, driven by Thomas Conroy, 23, of Mt. Pleasant, was traveling south on Eastman road. The Conroy car ran a red light, officers said, and crashed into the side of the McMahon car. Both cars were demolished. Conroy was not injured, but his companion, William Mullett, 26, of Shepherd, was treated for a lacerated forehead and releashed.

   Conroy was arrested and was to be arraigned on a negligent homicide charge. James was hurled from the car, in which he was riding, to the pavement and died instantly of a fractured skull, internal injuries and broken limbs. The family was returning from a wedding in Bay City, relatives said.

   James McMahon was born in San Antonio, Texas, Feb. 8, 1940, and returned to Gladwin county as an infant. His father, George, died in 1941. Survivors are his mother and brother. He was a seventh grade student in the Hay school and his classmates are to act as pallbearers.

   Services are to be held this afternoon at the Hall Funeral Home at 2 p.m. The officiating clergy-men are Rev. Henry Kreulen, of Bay City, and the Rev. Ernest Jehnsen, of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. Burial will be made in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-15/1953 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

LEO DALE MCMAHON (1933 - ?)

 

LLOYD FREDERICK MCMAHON (23 MAY 1906 - 11 FEB 1964)

 

RITES FRIDAY FOR LLOYD MCMAHON

 

   Funeral services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home for Lloyd Frederick McMahon, 57, who died at Ford Hospital, Detroit, after an illness of two months. The Rev. Alfred Saulsbury, of Alpena, will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery.

   Born in Canada on May 23, 1906, he was married to the former Elsie Dundas on July 19, 1926 in Flint, and had lived most of his life in Gladwin County. He was employed as a bookkeeper for Fisher Construction in Midland at the time of his death and was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Gladwin. Surviving are his wife, Elsie; a daughter, Mrs. Doris Walters; and two grandsons. Gladwin County Record dated 02-12/1964 Colum - 5 Page - 1

 

LORAYE C. (LAKE) MCMAHON (17 JUNE 1923 - 6 NOV 1996)

 

MARY J. (MACK) MCMAHON (24 FEB 1850 - 23 OCT 1930)

 

Mrs. Jane McMahon, widow of the late George McMahon, died at her home in Arbutus Thursday, Oct. 23, at 11 a.m. She was the daughter of the late John and Agnes Mack and was born Feb. 24, 1850, in the township of Hope, Durham county, Ontario, Canada. The deceased was a Presbyterian by faith.

   She is survived by five sons, George, Herb, Lewis, Fred and Burt, and one daughter, Mrs. Ira Shanahan. Two daughters preceded her in death, Cora May and Eunice, wife of Walter Thomson. She is also survived by 27 grandchildren, six great grandchildren, two brothers, Joseph and James Mack of Detroit, three sisters, Mrs. Annie Pethick, Mrs. Dorothy Bourne of Toronto, Mrs. Rachel Fee of Detroit.

   Services were conducted by Rev. Leroy M. Whitney of Gladwin at her home in Arbutus. Interment at Dale cemetery, the remains being placed in the grave by her late husband who preceded her in 1919.

   Out of town relatives present were Mrs. Dorothy Bourne, Mr. and Mrs. George Pethick of Toronto, Ont., James B. Mack and daughter, Mrs. Fred A. Hayden, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Thorpe, Mrs. Essie Clark and daughter Nancy, Donald Dunlap, Mr. and Mrs. Chester McMahon and son, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Rousseau, Mr. and Mrs. John Hodge, Leslie McMahon, Mrs. Henry St. Marys, Mrs. Charles Colloton, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Shanahan, Mr. and Mrs. James Shanahan, all from Detroit, Mr. and Mrs. Martin Peter and sons of Flint, Mr. and Mrs. Vital LaPlante and son of Walkerville, Ont., and Mr. and Mrs. George Thomson and Walter Thomson of St. Ignace. Gladwin County Record dated 10-30/1930 Column - 7 Page - 5

 

ROGER EARL MCMAHON (14 AUG 1919 - 6 SEP 1981)

 

Roger Earl McMahon, 62, well known Tobacco Township farmer, died Sunday, Sept. 6, in the Bay Medical Center following a short illness. Born in Tobacco Township on August 14, 1919, he had spent his lifetime here. A veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II, he was active in farm organizations and civic affairs. He played baseball, softball and bowled. Mr. McMahon was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren and was serving as a trustee.

   Mr. McMahon was married to the former Dorothy Geer on May 25, 1940, in Beaverton. Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 daughters, Grace Stittsworth of Farwell, Mrs. Roger (Gail) Strong of Merrill and Mrs. Ray (Glenna) Rappley of Midland; 3 brothers, Clarence of Gladwin, Dale of Houghton Lake and Don of Sarnia, Ont.; 3 sisters, Mrs. Ethel Kigarr of Gladwin, Mrs. Marjorie Riegler of Bay City and Mrs. Grace Hawley of Drayton Plains; 8 granddaughters and 2 great granddaughters.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Henry List and the Rev. Henry List and the Rev. Arthur Whisler officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 09-09/1981 Column- 4 Page - 2

 

DONALD H. MCMULLEN (28 JULY 1925 - 8 AUG 1925)

 

FAY DONALD MCMULLEN (30 APRIL 1901 - NOV 1966)

 

RITES THURSDAY FOR FAY MCMULLEN

 

   Fay Donald McMullen, 65, of Lockwood Beach, Billings Township, died suddenly Monday morning in the Gladwin Hospital. Mr. McMullen was born in East Tawas on April 30, 1901. He retired from Buick Motors in Flint as a tool and die maker in 1964 and moved to Billings Township. He was married to the former Mildred Monahan on Aug. 26, 1924, in East Tawas.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by two sons, Donald of Flushing and Robert of Freeland; two daughters, Mrs. Janette Irwin of Grand Blanc and Mrs. Donna Messer, Swartz Creek; three brothers, Roy of Harrison, John of Oscoda and Walter of Flint; five sisters, Mrs. Nellie Smith, Mio, Mr.s Hazel Tait, East Tawas, Mrs. Mabel LaFayette, Grosse Isle. Gladwin County Record dated 11-09/1966 Column - 4 Page - 3  

 

MILDRED J. MCMULLEN (1909 - 1990)

 

DEWEY M. MEEHAN (18 MARCH 1898 - 16 JAN 1983)

 

Dewey M. Meehan, 84, of 5083 Dundas Rd., Beaverton, died Sunday, Jan. 16, in the Midland Hospital Center after an illness of three months. Born in Jay County, Ind., on March 18, 1898, he came to Gladwin County 30 years ago. He retired from Ford Motor Co. after 40 years as a machine setter. Mr. Meehan was a veteran of World War I and a member of the Dale United Methodist Church. He was a 50 year member of Doric Masonic Lodge 362 in Richville, Ind. Mr. Meehan and the former Helen Baughn were married Oct. 28, 1922, in Covington, Ky.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Donald of Dearborn and David of Boston, Mass.; one daughter, Mrs. Billie (Gloria) Creath of Bradenton, Fla.; one sister, Mrs. Maude Sipe of Portland, Ind.; 12 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Dale United Methodist Church. The Rev. Bruce Hatch officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 01-19/1983 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

(Bay City Times, Jan. 19, 1983)

 

Services for Mr. Meehan, 84, who died Sunday in Midland Hospital, were to be held today in the Dale United Methodist Church, with burial in the church cemetery.  Among the survivors are his wife, Helen; two sons and a daughter.  Friends may call at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton.

 

 

FRANCIS ANDREW MEEHAN (? - BEF. 6 SEP 2005)

 

DEWEY M. MEEHAN (18 MARCH 1898 - 16 JAN 1983)

 

DEWEY MEEHAN

 

Dewey M. Meehan, 84, of 5083 Dundas Rd. Beaverton, died Sunday, Jan. 16, in the Midland Hospital Center after an illness of three months. Born in Jay County, Ind., on March 18, 1898, he came to Gladwin County 30 years ago. He retired from Ford Motor Co. after 40 years as a machine setter. Mr. Meehan was a

veteran of World War I and a member of the Dale United Methodist Church. He was a 50 year member of Doric Masonic Lodge 362 in Richville, Ind. Mr. Meehan and the former Helen Baughn were married

Oct. 28,1922, in Covington, Ky.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Donald of Dearborn and David of Boston, Mass.; one daughter, Mrs. Billie (Gloria) Creath of Bradenton, Fla.; one sister, Mrs. Maude Sipe of Portland, Ind.; 12 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.

 

Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Dale United Methodist Church. The Rev. Bruce Hatch officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 1-19/1983 Column – 3 Page – 2.

 

HELEN D. (BAUGHN) MEEHAN (8 MAY 1903 - 3 MARCH 1991)

 

HELEN MEEHAN

 

Mrs. Helen D. Meehan,87, of 5083 Dundas Rd., Beaverton, died Sunday, March 3, 1991, in the

MidMichigan Regional Medical Center-Midland, after a short illness. Born in Ridgeville, Ind., May 8,

1903, she moved to Gladwin County in 1953. She was a member of the Dale United Methodist Church.

The former Helen Baughn, she was married to Dewey Meehan, Oct. 28,1922, in Covington, Ky. He

preceded her in death Jan. 16. 1983.

 

Surviving are 2 sons, Donald of Beaverton and David of Santa Rosa, Calif.; 12 grandchildren and

26 great grandchildren. A daughter, Gloria Creath, preceded her in death in 1987.

 

Services were held Tuesday at 11 a.m. from the Dale United Methodist Church. The Rev. Janet

Lamer officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the

Dale church. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Gladwin County Record dated 3-6/1991 Column – 6 Page – 2.

 

TIMOTHY F. MEEHAN (25 NOV 1950 - 6 SEP 2005)

Timothy F. Meehan, 54, of Beaverton, died Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2005 at the MidMichigan Medical Center. He was born Nov. 25, 1950 in Detroit. He graduated from Bishop Gallagher Catholic High School in Harper Woods and attended Macomb County Community College. On Sept. 20, 1975 he married Ilene Card at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Midland.

He had worked for J.C. Penney, Chemical Bank, Collinson Construction, and for the past 27 years for Operating Engineers and was a member of Local 324. Tim will be missed by his wife, Ilene; his children, Sara (Michael) Sheets of Beaverton, Holly Meehan of Beaverton, and Tyler Meehan of Ft. Myer, Virginia; his mother, Helen Therese (LePage) Meehan; brothers and sisters, Maureen (Dave) Polash, Dennis (Ann) Meehan, Michael (Darlene) Meehan, Patrick Meehan, Brian (JoAnne) Meehan, and Kathleen (Glen) Blackwood; grandchildren, Mikayla Sheets, Tayler Sheets, and Austin Sheets. He was predeceased by his father, Francis Andrew Meehan.

Services were held at 11 a.m. on Sept. 9 from the Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Chapel, 1200 West Wheeler Street, Midland. Deacon Michael Jankowiak of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church officiated with burial in Dale Cemetery. Tim’s family received friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., and on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the Pardee Cancer Treatment Fund of Midland. If you are unable to visit with the family in person, you may send your condolences through www.waresmithwoolever.com.

ALTA MAE (HULL) MERCER (19 SEP 1895 - 11 DEC 1918)

 

   MRS. VERNON MERCER---Alta Mae Mercer died Wednesday morning, Dec. 11, at 3 o'clock at her home in Tobacco township, from pneumonia, following influenza. She was bron Aug. 31, 1894, and was married March 23, 1916, to Vern Mercer. She is survived by her husband and one son, William, aged 20 months. Gladwin County Record dated 12-12/1918 Column - 4 Page - 5  

 

   MRS. VERNON MERCER---Alta Mae Hull was born in Defiance county, Ohio, Aug. 31, 1895, and died at her home in Tobacco township Dec. 11, 1918, after a week's illness with influenza, which developed into pneumonia. She was married to Vernon C. Mercer March 23, 1916, at Jewell, Ohio. One son was born to them. In the summer of 1914 she was baptized and joined the Methodist church at Florida, Ohio, which still retains her membership. She was also a member of the Ancient Order of Gleaners, Goodyear arbor. During her short residence in Tobacco her quiet disposition won her many friends by whom she is held in high esteem.

   She leaves to mourn her husband and son; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Hull; three brothers, Al Hull of Winegar, Frank Hull and Ray Hull of Akron, Ohio; three sisters, Mrs. Zepha Hornish of North Manchester, Ind., Mrs. Myrtle Minsel of Roanoke, Ind., and Mrs. Mamie Cox of Beaverton, Mich.; besides a host of other relatives and friends.

   Services were held at the home Saturday morning, Dec. 14, at 10 o'clock, conducted by Rev. Perry Arnold, followed by burial in Dale cemetery. Pallbearers were Clyde Walton, Perry Cowell, Vallie Knox, David Mote, Otis Cox and Clarence Glidden. Gladwin County Record dated 12-19/1918 Column - 4 Page - 5  

 

JAMES V. MERCER (5 JAN 1934 - ?)

 

JOSIE B. (KINTNER) MERCER (21 AUG 1899 - 25 MARCH 1987)

 

Mrs. Josie B. Mercer, 87, of 2347 Dale Rd., Beaverton, died Wednesday, March 25, in the Clare Nursing Home after a long illness. Born in Paulding County, Ohio, Aug. 21, 1899, she had spent her lifetime in Gladwin County. She was a member of the Beaverton United Methodist Church. The former Josie Kintner, she was married to Vernon Mercer Sept. 13, 1919, in Clare. He preceded her in death Feb. 17, 1959.

   Surviving are 2 sons, William and James of Beaverton; 5 daughters, Mrs. Dorothy Baldwin of Bay City, Mrs. Dola Kleinhardt of Clare, Mrs. Donald (Mary Ellen) Brown of Midland, Mrs. Jerry (Barbara) Sharp of Beaverton and Mrs. Charles (Coralie) Cassiday of Thonotossa, Fla.; 2 sisters, Mrs. Bertha Miller of Luzerne and Mrs. Edna Diem of Gladwin; 24 grandchildren and 44 great grandchildren. A daughter, Betty Sutherland, died in November 1950.

   Services were held Friday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Janet Larner officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-01/1987 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

KRISTOPHER LAYNE MERCER (2 JUNE 1991 - 29 AUG 1995)

 

KRISTOPHER LAYNE MERCER

 

Kristopher Layne Mercer, 4, of Beaverton, died Tuesday, Aug. 29, 1995 at his home following a 2-year illness. He was born June 2, 1991 in Midland.

 

Surviving are his mother, Tracy Cingano of Beaverton; father, Layne Mercer of Beaverton; one

brother, Devin James Cingano, at home; grandparents, James and Shirley Mercer of Beaverton, and Joyce Sersaw of Beaverton; and his great-grandmother, Marjorie Sersaw of Gladwin.

 

Services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton chapel with the Rev. Donald Keen officiating. Burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Tobacco Township. Friends may call at the funeral home today (Wednesday) from noon to 9 p.m. Gladwin County Record dated 8-30/1955 Column – 1 Page – 6.

 

SHIRLEY A. MERCER (28 FEB 1938 - ?)

 

VERNON CHANDLER MERCER (21 SEP 1893 - 17 FEB 1959)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO VERN MERCER

 

   Vernon C. Mercer, 65, well-known Tobacco Township man, died on Tuesday afternoon at the Clare General Hospital following an eight-day illness. He was born September 21, 1893 in Flushing and had been a resident of Gladwin County since 1894.

   Surviving are his wife Josie; two sons, William and James, of Beaverton; five daughters, Mrs. Dorothy Baldwin, of Bay City, Mrs. Dola Kleinhardt, of Clare, Mrs. Barbara Shreeve, of Beaverton, Mrs. Mary Ellen Brown and Mrs. Coralie Cassiday of Midland; three sisters, Mrs. Perry Cowell, of Clare, Mrs. Robert Brown, of Beaverton, and Mrs. Frank Turner, of Midland; and 19 grandchildren.

   Funeral services will be held on Friday at 2 p.m. at the Beaverton Methodist Church. The Rev. Verne Summers will officiate and burial will be in Dale Cemetery. Friends may call at the Hall Funeral Home until 12:30 p.m. Friday and at the church until time of service. Gladwin County Record dated 02-18/1959 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

MINA (HOOPER) METCALF (2 JAN 1899 - 14 SEP 1983)

 

Mina Hooper Metcalf, 84, of the Beaverton Manor, died Thursday, Sept. 14, in the Midland Hospital Center following a short illness. Born in Tobacco Township on January 2, 1899, she had spent her lifetime in Gladwin County.

   Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Elwood (Eva) Hund of Beaverton and Mrs. Robert (Blanche) Miller of Auburn; 2 sisters, Mrs. Rose Davis and Mrs. Edith Wilkinson of Beaverton; 3 brothers, Glen Hooper of Edenville and Earl and Fred Hooper of Beaverton; 7 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and 3 great great grandchildren.

   Services were held Monday at 3 p.m. from the Beaverton United Methodist Church. The Rev. Bruce Hatch officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 09-21/1983 Column - 5 Page - 2 

 

JAMES H. METHNER (2 JAN 1901 - 10 DEC 1989)

 

James H. Methner, 88, of 205 Tonkin St., Beaverton, died Sunday Dec. 10, 1989, in the Gladwin Area Hospital after a short illness. Born in West Virginia, Jan. 2, 1901, he moved to Gladwin County in 1932 from Coleman where he had lived since 1927. He owned several businesses in the area since 1932 including the Gem Theatre. Mr. Methner and the former Leona McKibbin, were married, June 10, 1932, in Beaverton. She preceded him in death Feb. 4, 1979.

   Surviving is a step-son, Larry Tallmadge of Bellflower, Calif.; 2 sisters, Mrs. Violet Landon of Mt. Pleasant and Mrs. Virginia Hooper of Beaverton; and several nieces and nephews. Services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Elder Willard Pendleton officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-13/1989 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

LEONA E. (MCKIBBIN) METHNER (28 JAN 1907 - 4 FEB 1979)

 

Mrs. Leona E. Methner, 73, of 205 Tonkin St., Beaverton, died Sunday, Feb. 4, in the Clare Osteopathic Hospital following a short illness. Born in Beaverton on January 28, 1907, she had spent her lifetime there. The former Leona McKibbin, she was married to James Methner in October 1932 in Beaverton.

   Mrs. Methner was a member of the Beaverton United Presbyterian Church. She helped her husband operate Methner Oil Co. and the Gem Theatre for many years.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by one son, Larry Tallmadge of Bellflower, Calif.; and one granddaughter. Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Robert Bellingar pastor, officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-07/1979 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

KATHRYN P. (AYLSWORTH) MEWHINEY (22 AUG 1952 - 15 MARCH 1990)

 

Kathryn P. Mewhiney, 37, of 70 N. Littletown Rd., Gladwin, died of cancer Thursday, March 15, 1990, at her home. Born in Flint, Aug. 22, 1952 she was a unit secretary at the Gladwin Area Hospital for 13 years. The former Kathryn Aylsworth she was married to Michael Mewhiney, Dec. 12, 1970, in Fairgrove.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by 2 daughters, Amy and Holly, at home; her parents, Merle and Elsie Aylsworth of Gladwin; in-laws, Jerry and Shirley Mewhiney of Beaverton and Reese; one brother, Jeffrey of Illinois; and one sister, Elizabeth Bradley of Gladwin.

   Services were held Saturday at 11 a.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Roger Hardy officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-21/1990 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

MICHAEL B. MEWHINEY (1948 - ?)

 

LOUIS H. MICHAUD (22 MARCH 1865 - 12 JUNE 1960)

 

LOUIS MICHAUD, 95, DIED SUNDAY

 

   One of Gladwin County oldest residents died this week. Louis H. Michaud, 95, passed away Sunday at the home of Herbert Peterson of Beaverton after an illness of three years. Born in New York state on March 22, 1865, Mrs. Michaud came to Gladwin county in 1912 to make his home. He retired from farming several years ago.

   His survivors include two sons, Louis of Detroit and Fred of California; a daughter, Mrs. Pearl Turner, of Detroit; six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. A son, Dr. W. H. Michaud, preceded his father in death on May 8 of this year.

   Services were held at the Hall Funeral Home Tuesday at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Ross Tracy officiating. Burial was in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-15/1960 Column - 2 Page - 1  

 

ELIZABETH L. (FRECKER) MIDKIFF (9 DEC 1874 - FEB 1957)

 

RITES HELD FOR MRS. ELIZABETH MIDKIFF

 

   Funeral services were held for Mrs. Elizabeth L. Midkiff, 83, on Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Henry Hall was the officiating clergyman. Mrs. Midkiff died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Clara Bruckner, in Detroit after an illness of two days.

   Elizabeth L. Frecker was born on December 9, 1874 in Pomeroy, Ohio. She married George Midkiff at Pomeroy in 1909 and had made her home in Grout Township for 40 years, before moving to Detroit for the past 10 years. Mr. Midkiff died in 1950.

   Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Clara Bruckner of Detroit, and two brothers, George and David Frecker of Pomeroy, Ohio. Burial was in Dale Cemetery with Samuel Wheeler, Merle Tuckerman, Lester Burr, Joseph Moll, Thomas Anderson and Percy Smith as pallbearers. Gladwin County Record dated 02-20/1957 Column - 5 Page - 1  

 

GEORGE E. MIDKIFF (16 SEP 1865 - 30 JULY 1950)

 

SERVICES TODAY FOR GEORGE MIDKIFF

 

   George Midkiff, 84, passed away at the home of his daughter in Detroit on Sunday, July 30. Funeral services were held this afternoon at the Hall Funeral Home, with the Rev. John R. Scott, pastor of the Gladwin Methodist church, officiating. Burial was made in the Dale cemetery.

   Mr. Midkiff was born in Pomeroy, Ohio, on September 16, 1865. He spent 35 years of his life on a farm near Beaverton, and for the last six years made his home in Detroit with his daughter. He had been in very poor health for about three years.

   Surviving are his wife, Elizabeth; one daughter, Mrs. Clara Bruckner, of Detroit; one grandson, George DeVeney, of Beaverton; four brothers, Ottis, of Beaverton, Emmett of Washington, D.C. Porter and William, of Hemlock Grove, Ohio. Gladwin County Record dated 08-02/1950 Column - 6 Page - 1  

 

LETTIE L. (HESS) MIDKIFF (25 SEP 1885 - 29 MAY 1985)

 

Lettie L. Midkiff, 99, of 3900 S. M-18, Beaverton, died Wednesday, May 29, in the Gladwin Area Hospital following a long illness. Born in Meigs County, Ohio, Sept. 25, 1885, she came to Gladwin County in 1914. She was a life member of the Royal Neighbors of America and the Well Drillers Auxiliary and a member of the Beaverton Senior Citizens Club, Farm Bureau and Golden Rod Rebekah Lodge 151.

   The former Lettie Hess, she was married to Otis Midkiff Jan. 30, 1906, in Ohio. He preceded her in death in 1974. Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Eiva Page of Beaverton; one brother, Pearl Hess of Marion, Ohio; 2 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, and 2 great great grandchildren.

   Rites were held Friday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Services were by the Golden Rod Rebekah Lodge and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-05/1985 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

OTIS MIDKIFF (1884 - 9 JUNE 1974)

 

Otis Midkiff, 90, a long time resident of Beaverton, died Sunday, June 9, in the Gladwin Area Hospital following a short illness. Born in Meigs County, Ohio. Mr. Midkiff came to the Beaverton area in 1914. He was a carpenter and waterwell driller. Mr. Midkiff and the former Lettie Hess were married January 30, 1906, in Meigs County.

   Surviving are his wife, Lettie; and a daughter, Mrs. Eiva L. Page, both of Beaverton; and 4 grandchildren. Services are being held Wednesday (today) at 2:00 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home Beaverton Chapel with Elder James Wiltse officiating. Burial will be in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-12/1974 Column - 6 Page - 2  

 

? MILLER (1 JULY 1904? - 28 AUG 1905) - 1 year old.

 

AUSTIN B. MILLER (16 OCT 1863 - 15 MARCH 1947)

 

Austin B. Miller, 83, died on Saturday, March 15, at his home in Billings township, after a short illness. Funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Beaverton Church of the Nazerene, preceded by a short prayer service at the Hall Funeral Home at 1:15. The Rev. George Bugbee officiated and burial was in the Dale cemetery.

   Mr. Miller was born in Helena, Ohio on October 16, 1863. He was married to Miss Zadie Hartman, on October 16, 1887 in Sandusky county, Ohio. They came to Billings township in 1910 and resided there since, with the exception of three years, when they made their home in Evart.

   Surviving besides his widow, Zadie, are one son, Ralph Miller, of Lansing; three daughters, Mrs. Maude Miller, of Billings, Mrs. Mae Kipp, of Charlotte, and Mrs. Fern Johnson, of Flint; one sister, Mrs. Dill Inman, of Eaton Rapids; nine grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 03-19/1947 Column - 3 Page - 1  

 

CARL C. MILLER (2 SEP 1928 - ?)

 

CLAYTON R. MILLER (12 JAN 1875 - 27 AUG 1940)

 

SERVICES HELD AT DALE FOR CLAYTON R. MILLER

 

   Funeral services were held at the Dale Methodist Church Thursday for Clayton R. Miller who died Tuesday at his home there. Clayton R. Miller was born in Perry county, Pennslyvania to Adam and Mary Miller, January 12, 1875, and came to Michigan in 1879. In 1914 he was married to Mable Thomas.

   Surviving are his wife, two children, Arthur and Irene at home, two sisters, Mrs. Lizzie Galliver of Flint, Mrs. Henry A. Pearson of Orlando, Florida, and one brother, William Miller of Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 08-28/1940 Column - 1 Page - 6   

 

DONALD H. MILLER (1923 - ?)

 

EDWARD A. MILLER (1 APRIL 1876 - 2 MARCH 1910)

 

The body of Edward Miller who was killed in a train wreck and snowslide near Spokane, Wash., March 3 was brought to Beaverton and interred March 10 in Dale cemetery. Clayton Miller and family and sister Lizzie of Saginaw and John Miller of Fernwood, Idaho, came to attend the funeral. Gladwin County Record dated 03-17/1910 Column - 5 Page - 1   

 

FLOYD MILLER (22 JAN 1884 - 20 SEP 1894) - Son of David & June Miller.

 

JESSE MILLER (1880 - 1958)

 

JUNE M. MILLER (30 MAY 1925 - 14 SEP 1992)

 

June M. Miller, 67, of 5398 S. Oakridge Dr., Beaverton, died suddenly Monday, Sept. 14, 1992, in the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Midland. Born in Shields, May 30, 1925, she moved to Gladwin County in 1981 from Saginaw. Mrs. Miller had owned property in the county since 1958. She was a Blue Star Mother and a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The former June Kutsch, she was married to Donald Miller on June 14, 1947, in Shields.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by 3 sons, Rickey, Randall and Rodney of Carson City; one daughter, Mrs. Edmond (Rebecca) Charbonneau of Saginaw; 2 brothers, Robert and Richard of Saginaw; 12 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Rites were held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home; Beaverton Chapel. Bill Hubler officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-16/1992 Column - 1 Page - 2

 

MELVINA E. (BARNUM) MILLER (31 AUG 1879 - 13 MARCH 1954)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR FORMER RESIDENT

 

   Funeral services for Melvina E. Miller, 74, were held at Woodland on Monday morning, March 15, and a prayer service at the Dale Methodist church in the afternoon, with the Rev. Donald Lee Roberts officiating. Burial was made in the Dale cemetery. Melvina E. Barnum was born near Woodland on August 31, 1879, the youngest daughter of John R. and Martha E. Shores Barnum. She was married to William M. Miller on December 14, 1902, at Beaverton, where they resided on a farm near Dale for 40 years. In 1942 they moved to Gladwin where Mr. Miller died on March 21, 1945.

   Before her marriage Mrs. Miller taught music in nearby communities from Woodland to Nashville, traveling by horse and buggy. After her marriage she taught piano at her home in Beaverton and also in Gladwin. Mrs. Miller passed away at a nursing home at Hastings on March 13.

   Surviving are one sister, Mrs. Daisy Tyler; one brother, J. Leon Barnum; 13 nieces and nine nephews and a number of other relatives. Gladwin County Record dated 03-17/1954 Column - 8 Page - 1

 

MERTLE MILLER (1876 - 1943)

 

NOTA NELDA MILLER (28 APRIL 1932 - 11 NOV 1989)

 

OLIVE MILLER (1877 - 1957)

 

ROSCOE MILLER (1904 - 1905)

 

SARAH MILLER (ABT. 1869 -  1889) - Broken Headstone.

 

   Sarah, wife of Clem Miller, died Monday night, of malarial fever. She was about 20 years of age, and had resided here only a few months. Gladwin County Record dated 10-04/1889 Column - 5 Page - 5   

 

WILLIAM A. MILLER (21 MAY 1887 - 23 APRIL 1954)

 

WILLIAM MILLER DIES AT HIS HOME

 

   Funeral services for William A. Miller, 66, were held on Monday afternoon from the Dale Methodist Church. The Revs. Henry Kreulen and Lawrence Grubaugh officiated and burial was made in the Dale cemetery. Mr. Miller was born in Rocky Ridge, Ohio, on May 21, 1887, the son of Otto H. and Ida Miller. On January 30, 1907, he married Miss Maude A. Miller in Gibsonberg, Ohio. They came to Gladwin county and settled on a farm in Billings township 43 years ago. Mr. Miller also worked as an interior decorator. Five years ago, due to ill health, he retired from farming and built a home in Sun Valley, Tobacco township, where he passed away suddenly Friday, April 23, from a heart attack.

   Mr. Miller was an ardent hunter and fisherman, a truly great sportsman, and wa busy on the morning of his death making preparations for his trout fishing trip. His creel and rod were all ready for his trip.

   Surviving, besides his wife, Maude, are two daughters, Evelyn Snide and Eleanor Jardis, both of Midland; one brother, Edward Miller, of Oak Harbor, Ohio; and one sister, Mrs. Lillian Oestreich, of Graytown, Ohio; also two grandchildren.

   Pallbearers were Earl Colbeck, Shirley Brown, Charles Brown, J. Tremaine, Fred Woodby, Carl Jensen. Honorary pallbearers were Charles Mangus, Gus Ferg, Robert Cochran and Gordon Dundas. Gladwin County Record dated 04-28/1954 Column - 4 Page - 1  

 

WILLIAM MILTON MILLER (20 SEP 1874 - 21 MARCH 1945)

 

WILLIAM M. MILLER DIES HERE

 

   William Milton Miller, 70, died Wednesday, March 21 at his home in Gladwin. Funeral services were held on Sunday, March 28, at the Hall Funeral Home, and burial took place in the Dale cemetery. Elder S. Pendleton of the Brethren church officiated.

   Mr. Miller was born in Pennslyvania on September 20, 1874, and was married to Miss Melvina E. Barnum of Woodland, Barry County, in December, 1902. He operated a farm in Tobacco township for 65 years, and upon retiring four years ago, moved to Gladwin.

   Surviving are his wife, and two sisters, Mrs. Effie Greenwood of Orlando, Florida and Mrs. J. H. Galliver of Flint, besides several nephews and nieces; and a host of other relatives and friends. Gladwin County Record dated 03-28/1945 Column - 8 Page - 1

 

ZADIE L. (HARTMAN) MILLER (1 APRIL 1866 - 30 JUNE 1956)

 

MRS. ZADI MILLER, 90, PASSES AWAY

 

   Funeral services were held Monday for Mrs. Zadi Lois Miller, 90-year-old resident of Gladwin county, who passed away at her home June 30 following an illness of one year. The former Zadi Hartman was born April 1 , 1866 in Sandusky county, Ohio. She married Austin B. Miller on October 14, 1887, at Helena, Ohio. They came to Gladwin county in 1910 where she lived on a farm until she moved to Beaverton about 12 years ago. She was a member of the Church of the Nazerene.

   Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Maude Miller of Beaverton, Mrs. May M. Kipp of Charlotte, Mrs. Fern Johnson of Flint; a son, Ralph of Charlotte; nine grandchildren, and 15 great grandchildren. Her husband preceded her in death in 1947, and one son, Ray also is deceased.

   Services were held Monday at the Church of the Nazerene with the Rev. Allen Cobb officiating and the grandsons as pallbearers. Burial was in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-04/1956 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

ANN ETTA (TOLLY) MISHLER (23 OCT 1929 - 25 AUG 1985)

 

Ann E. Mishler, 55, of 1857 Glidden Rd., Beaverton, died Wednesday, Aug. 25, at her home following a long illness. Born in Temperance Oct. 23, 1929. She moved to Gladwin County 45 years ago. She was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren, the Farm Bureau and was a sales clerk at Agin's in Beaverton. The former Ann Tolly, she was married to Robert J. Mishler July 17, 1948, in Hope.

   Surviving are 4 sons, Robert Jr. of Sanford, William of Clare, Stephen and John of Beaverton; 3 daughters, Susan Mapes of Olivet, Beatrice Grant and Carol Brown of Beaverton; 6 brothers, John of Niles, Dewitt, Richard and Lowell of Midland, James of Beaverton and Milton of Hope and 13 grandchildren. A granddaughter preceded her in death in 1976.

   Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Michael Clark officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 08-28/1985 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

HENRY MISHLER (17 DEC 1867 - 14 JUNE 1943)

 

Henry Mishler Dies Henry Mishler died Tuesdayn night at his home 1½ miles east

of Beaverton. Funeral arrangements are not yet completed. Gladwin County Record dated 6-16/1943 Column – 3 Page – 4.

 

Mr and Mrs John Mishler and daughter and Mrs Myrtle Mishler of Roann, Ind., attended the funeral of Henry Mishler Friday. Gladwin County Record dated 6-23/1943 Column – 5 Page – 8.

 

LANDA MISHLER (18 NOV 1905 - 11 MAY 1966)

 

LANDA MISHLER DIES SUDDENLY

 

   Landa Mishler, 60, of Beaverton, died suddenly Wednesday evening in the Gladwin Hospital. Born in South Whitney, Ind. on Nov. 18, 1905, he had resided in Gladwin County 52 years. Mr. Mishler was employed by Dow Chemical Company and was a member of the Beaverton Church of The Brethren. He was married to the fomer Mary Stern in Beaverton on April 28, 1928.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by three sons, Robert, of Beaverton, James, Chesaning, and Richard of Santingo, Chile; two daughters, Mrs. Nancy Shaffer, of Beaverton, and Mary Ella, at home; two sisters; Mrs. Howard Malcomnson and Mrs. Lester McKimmy, both of Beaverton; and 20 grandchildren.

   Services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Beaverton Church of The Brethren. The Rev. Randall Roose officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-18/1966 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

MARY G. (STERN) MISHLER (28 JUNE 1907 - 27 DEC 1975)

 

Mrs. Mary G. Mishler, 68, of Beaverton, died Saturday, Dec. 27, at her home at 1855 Glidden Road, after a long illness. Born in Arcadia, Neb., on June 28, 1907, she had lived in Gladwin County 56 years. Mrs. Mishler was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren and had taught in the Beaverton school system 12 years before retiring. She was married to Landa Mishler on April 28, 1928, in Beaverton. He preceded her in death on May 11, 1965.

   Survivors include three sons, Robert of Beaverton, James of Chesaning and Richard of Ann Arbor; two daughters, Mrs. Donald (Nancy) Shaffer and Mrs. Dennis (Mary Ella) Agin of Beaverton; one brother, Harry Stern of Arizona; one sister Elva Hoisington of California; 24 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

   Services were held Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. from the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Henry List officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 12-31/1975 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

MARY ELLA MISHLER (5 MARCH 1871 - 28 AUG 1940)

 

SERVICES HELD SATURDAY FOR MRS. HENRY MISHLER

 

   Services were held Saturday, August 31, at the Church of the Brethren for Mrs. Mary Ella Mishler, who died Wednesday at her home near Beaverton. Mary Ella Smith was born March 5, 1871 in Wabash, Indiana, and was married to Henry Mishler September 28, 1889.

   Surviving her are her husband, Henry, four sons, Don of Servia, Indiana, Ray of Butternut, Paul and Landa of Beaverton, Mrs. Iva McKimmy of Beaverton and Mrs. Lois Malcomnson of Johannesburg. Rev. Perry Hoover conducted the services at 2:30 p.m. with burial in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-04/1940 Coumn - 6 Page - 1 

 

NORA L. (BERGMAN) MISHLER (18 MARCH 1903 - 4 JAN 1990)

 

Nora L. (Mishler) Holstrom, 86, of Coleman, died Thursday, Jan. 4, 1990, in the Frankenmuth Convalescent Center. Born in Beaverton, March 18, 1903, she had lived there for many years. She was a lifetime member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The former Nora Bergman, she was married to Paul Mishler, Dec. 20, 1919, in Beaverton. He died in 1958. She then married Oscar Holstrom, May 3, 1975, in Coleman, he preceded her in death in 1984.

   Surviving are 2 daughters, Vivian Brugger of Coleman and Laveria Kennedy of Saginaw; a step-son, Larry Holstrom of Muskegon; a step-daughter, Virginia Murray of North Bradley; 22 grandchildren and 30 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 2 sons, Paul in 1977 and Olan in 1984 and a great grandchild, Kayle Brugger in 1986.

   Services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Coleman Wesleyan Church. The Rev. Stephen Skinner and the Rev. Al Springer officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the O'Laughlin Funeral Home, Coleman. Gladwin County Record dated 01-10/1990 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

OLAN B. MISHLER (15 AUG 1930 - 22 DEC 1985)

 

Olan B. Mishler, 54, of Columbiaville and formerly of Beaverton, died Dec. 22, in St. Joseph Hospital, Flint, after an illness of four months. Born in Beaverton Aug. 15, 1930, he graduated from Beaverton High School and received his bachelor's and master's degree from Michigan State University. He was assistant principal at Lakeville High School 27 years until illness force him to retire Aug. 6. He was married to the former Vivian Huggett in Gladwin.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Dan of Hartland and Doug of Grand Rapids; and 3 daughters, Mrs. Jeff (Paula) Goyt of Harrison, Trina of Flint and Pam at home. A memorial service was held in Columbiaville. Gladwin County Record dated 01-30/1985 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

PAUL MISHLER, JR (21 FEB 1926 - 16 NOV 1977)

 

Paul Mishler Jr., 51, of 1855 Glidden Rd., Beaverton, died Wednesday, November 16, at his home following an illness of 6 weeks. Born in Detroit February 21, 1926, he had lived most of his life in Gladwin County. Mr. Mishler and the former Miss Betty Lorraine Fassett were married June 2, 1946, in Beaverton. He was a machinist employed at Homestead Tool Co., Beaverton, and was a veteran of World War II.

   Surviving are his wife, Betty; mother and step-father Oscar and Nora Holstron of North Bradley, 4 sons, Dennis of Lupton, David of Bay City, Thomas of California, and Tim of the U.S. Air Force; one daughter, Becky at home; one brother, Olan of Columbiaville; 2 sisters, Mrs. John (Vivian) Brugger of Coleman and Mrs. Leslie (LaVera) Kennedy of Shields; and 2 grandchildren.

   Services were held Friday at 2:00 p.m. at Beaverton Chapel, Hall Funeral Home, with the Rev. Mark H. Moore officiating. Interment was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-23/1977 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

PAUL MISHLER, SR (31 JAN 1900 - 24 DEC 1958)

 

LONG ILLNESS FATAL TO PAUL MISHLER

 

   Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren for Paul Mishler, 58, well-known Beaverton man who passed away December 24, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. John Brugger, of Coleman, following a long illness. The Rev. Carl Hilbert officiated at the service and was assisted by the Rev. Clyde Marshall, of the Pilgrim Holiness church in Coleman. Burial was made in Dale Cemetery.

   Mr. Mishler was born January 31, 1900 at North Manchester, Indiana, the son of the late Henry and Ella Mishler. In 1914 he came with his parents to Gladwin County and spent the remainder of his life here. On December 20, 1919 he was married to the former Miss Nora Bergman at Beaverton. He was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren and served on the board of education of the Beaverton Rural School for several years. He was employed at Robinson Industries until he became ill several months ago.

   Surviving him are his wife Nora; two sons, Paul Jr., of Beaverton, and Olan of Otisville; two daughters Mrs. Vivian Brugger, of Coleman, and Mrs. Laveria Kennedy, of Saginaw; a brother, Landa Mishler of Mt. Pleasant; two sisters, Mrs. Lester McKimmy and Mrs. Howard Malcomnson, of Beaverton; and 13 grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 12-31/1958 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

ROBERT JOSEPH MISHLER, SR (13 JUNE 1929 - 21 JUNE 1987)

 

Robert J. Mishler, 58, of 2950 Knox Rd., Beaverton, died Sunday, June 21, in St. Mary's Hospital, Saginaw, after a short illness. Born in Beaverton June 13, 1929, he had spent his lifetime there. Mr. Mishler worked in maintenance for the Beaverton schools, farmed and sold fertilizer for Na-Churs Plant Food Co. He served on the Beaverton Board of Education for 17 years until retiring in 1982. Mr. Mishler was president of the AFL-CIO Local 582, a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren and Gladwin County Farm Bureau. Mr. Mishler married the former Ann Tolly July 17, 1948 in Hope, She died Aug. 21, 1985. He then married the former Sharon Govitz May 24, 1986, in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 sons, William of Clare, Steven and John of Beaverton; 3 daughters, Mrs. Susan Mapes of Norway, Mrs. Patricia Grant and Mrs. Carol Brown of Beaverton; 2 brothers, James of Chesaning and Richard of Miami, Fla.; 2 sisters, Mrs. Nancy Shaffer of Beaverton and Mrs. Mary Ella Agin of Midland; and 14 grandchildren. Services were held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. from the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Mike Clark and the Rev. Duane Koontz officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery.  Gladwin County Record dated 06-24/1987 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

ANNA S. (SCHWELEN) MITCHELL (19 AUG 1895 - 29 DEC 1983)

 

Anna S. Mitchell, 88, of Beaverton, died Thursday, Dec. 29, in Durham County General Hospital, Durham, N.C., after a long illness. Born in Elkton on August 19, 1895, she had spent most of her life in Gladwin County. The former Anna Schwelen, she was married to Harry Mitchell Sr. on June 30, 1911, in Saginaw. He preceded her in death October 8, 1971.

   Survivors include 2 sons, Harry Jr. and Wallace of Beaverton; 2 daughters, Mrs. Ron (Marion) Ross of Butner, N.C. and Mrs. Dale (Muriel) Anderson of Durham, N.C.; 21 grandchildren; 37 great grandchildren; and 15 great great grandchildren. Services were held Monday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-04/1984 Column - 4 Page – 2

 

 (Midland Daily News, Dec. 31, 1983)

 

Anna S. Mitchell, 88, formerly of Beaverton, died Dec. 29, 1983 at Durham County General Hospital in Durham, NC.

 

She was born in Elkton on Aug. 19, 1895. She spent most of her life in the Beaverton area.

 

She married Harry Mitchell on June 30, 1911 in Saginaw. He died in October 1971.

 

She leaves two sons, Harry Mitchell Jr., of Beaverton, Wallace Mitchell, of Beaverton; two daughters, Mrs. Ron (Marion) Ross, of Butner, N.C. and Mrs. Dale (Murial) Anderson, of Durham, N.C. She also is survived by 21 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren and 15 great-great-grandchildren.

 

Funeral services are Monday at 1 p.m. at the Beaverton Chapel of Hall Funeral Home. She will be buried at Dale Cemetery in Gladwin County. Friends may call after noon on Sunday.

 

CLYDE MITCHELL (27 SEP 1905 - 1 MAY 1909)

 

Clyde, son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Mitchell, died May 1 from typhoid fever. He was 13 years of age. Deceased was accidentally shot in the head about a year and a half ago, and he had never fully recovered from this injury. He leaves a father, mother and six brothers to mourn his loss. Funeral services were held May 3 at the hall, conducted by Rev. Johnson. Interment in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-13/1909 Column - 6 Page - 1   

 

DANIEL C. MITCHELL (1854 - 1936)

 

ESSIE V. (SMITH) MITCHELL (1896 - 1994)

 

ETHLY W. MITCHELL (1891 - 1977)

 

HARRY E. MITCHELL, SR (13 OCT 1889 - 8 OCT 1971)

 

Services were held Monday for Harry Mitchell, Sr., 81, of Beaverton, who died Friday, October 8, at the Gladwin Area Hospital, following an illness of two years. Born in Metamora, Ohio, October 13, 1889, he had been a resident of Gladwin County since 1902. Mr. Mitchell and the former Miss Anna Schwalm were married June 30, 1911, in Saginaw. He was employed by Consumers Power Company at the Beaverton dam as operator from 1919 to 1954 when he retired.

   Surviving are his wife, Anna; two daughters, Mrs. Marion (Ronald) Ross of Beaverton, and Mrs. Murial (Dale) Anderson of Durham, N. C.; two sons, Harry Jr. and Wallace, both of Beaverton; a sister, Mrs. Edith Carpenter of California; 22 grandchildren, 39 great grandchildren, and five great great grandchildren. Two sons preceded him in death.

   The Rev. Jack Gray officiated at the services at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton, and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-13/1971 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

HERMAN L. MITCHELL (1 JUNE 1899 - 4 MAY 1964)

 

RITES THURSDAY FOR HERMAN MITCHELL

 

   Herman L. Mitchell, 64, retired Beaverton grocer, died Monday at Goodrich following a short illness. Born in Rhodes on June 1, 189, he came to Gladwin County from Mills Township, Midland County, 18 years ago. He operated a grocery store in Beaverton 17 years before his retirement. He was married to the former Laura Gray on May 27, 1922, in Gladwin.

   Survivors besides his wife, Laura, are one son, Richard, of Kankakee, Ill.; four daughters, Mrs. Joyce Hughs, of Goodrich, Ruth Ann, and Mrs. Margaret Broka, of Beaverton, and Mrs. Eleanor Breault, of Battle Creek; a brother, Oakley, of Saginaw; two sisters, Mrs. Dora Streeter, of Hope, and Mrs. Hanna Sirrine, of Midland; and nine grandchildren.

   Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Beaverton Methodist Church. The Rev. Gordon Showers will officiate and burial is in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-06/1964 Column - 1 Page - 1

 

HOWARD G. MITCHELL (6 MAY 1926 - 10 JAN 1972)

 

IRVING GLEN MITCHELL (17 JULY 1893 - 12 AUG 1957)

 

LAURA M. (GRAY) MITCHELL (11 OCT 1903 - 24 APRIL 1993)

 

Laura M. Mitchell, 89, of 205 W. Brown St., Beaverton, died Saturday, April 24, 1993, in the Mid-Michigan Regional Medical Center, Midland, after a long illness. Born in Mills Townshiip, Oct. 11, 1903, she came to Gladwin County in 1946 from Midland County. She owned Mitchell's Grocery in Beaverton and retired in 1963. Mrs. Mitchell was a member of the Beaverton United Methodist Church. The former Laura Gray she was married to Herman Mitchell May 27, 1922, in Gladwin. He preceded her in death May 4, 1964.

   Surviving are 4 daughters, Mrs. William (Margaret) Broka and Mrs. Glenn (Ruth Ann) Beebe of Beaverton, Mrs. Jerry (Joyce) Hughes of Goodrich and Mrs. Michael (Eleanor) Breault of Battle Creek; one son, Richard of Kankakee, Ill.; one brother, Joe of Mills Township; one sister, Lida Siebert of Midland; 15 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Clifford and Lloyd, 3 sisters, Ida Tolly, Agnes Wirtz and Ella Mae Muir, and one great grandson.

   Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Beaverton United Methodist Church. The Rev. Dean Wyllys officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Visiting Nurses Assoc. or the Beaverton United Methodist Church. Gladwin County Record dated 04-28/1993 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

LEON S. MITCHELL (4 MARCH 1896 - 18 NOV 1961)

 

FORMER RESIDENT DIES SUDDENLY

 

   Leon S. Mitchell, 65, of 905 W. Baltimore Blvd., Flint, died suddenly Saturday at Houghton Lake of a heart attack. A retired Flint auto dealer, he was born in Metamora, Ohio, on March 4, 1896. He was married to the former Essie Smith on Nov. 30, 1916 in Beaverton.

   Survivors include his widow, Essie; two daughters, Mrs. Erma Simberg, of Flint, and Mrs. Doris Hengy, of Clio; a son, Robert, of Flushing; a brother, Harry Mitchell, of Beaverton, and a sister, Mrs. Edith Carpenter, of California; 10 grandchildren and one great grandchild.

   Funeral services were held in Flint Tuesday at 1 p.m., the Rev. Randall Roose officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-22/1961 Column - 7 Page - 2

 

MARY M. MITCHELL (1900 - 1992)

 

MARGARET "MAUDE" L. (DRAKE) MITCHELL (ABT 19 JULY 1888 - 6 OCT 1914)

 

   Maude L. Drake Mitchell died Oct. 6 at the home of Clarence Mitchell, at the age of 26 years, 2 months and 17 days. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband, Willard Mitchell, her brother Roy and an aged grandfather. Gladwin County Record dated 10-22/1914 Column - 1 Page - 8

 

RALPH W. MITCHELL (1913 - 1922)

 

RICHARD C. MITCHELL (1928 - 10 JULY 1995)

 

Richard Mitchell, 66, of Kankakee, Ill. and formerly of Beaverton, died Monday, July 10, 1995. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday from the Beaverton United Methodist Church. Visitation will be from noon until the time of service at the church. Gladwin County Record dated 07-12/1995 Column - 1 Page - 6

 

UNA O. MITCHELL (1865 - 1931)

 

WILLARD A. MITCHELL (30 JULY 1886 - 28 JUNE 1946)

 

FORMER BEAVERTON RESIDENT DIES

 

   Willard Mitchell, 60, died at his home in Pine Run on Friday, June 28. Mr. Mitchell was born in Fulton county, Ohio, on July 30, 1886, spending part of his life in Beaverton. He is survived by his wife, Margaret; his mother, Mrs. Nellie Mitchell, of Beaverton; two brothers, Harry, of Beaverton and Leon, of Flint; one sister, Mrs. Edith Mitchell Nash, of Flint. Funeral services were held at 12:30, Monday at the Groves Funeral Home in Flint. Burial was in the Dale cemetery, where a prayer service was conducted by Rev. E. S. Hollinger, of the Beaverton Brethren church. Gladwin County Record dated 7-03/1946 Column - 1 Page - 4

 

JOHN W. MOGG (1871 - 1948)

 

RALPH EMERSON MOGG (29 AUG 1905 - Bet. 18 DEC 1933 - 27 MAY 1934)

 

OFFICERS PROBE MYSTERY DEATH

 

   Midland county authorities are continuing their investigation into the cause of the death of Ralph Emerson Mogg, whose body was found in the Tittabawassee river two miles south of Edenville Sunday by fishermen. Mogg was last seen December 18 when he left to go hunting with two companions. He separated from the other two, and they returned home without finding him. Officials could find no clue to his disappearance at that time. His disappearance followed an auto accident in which he and his two companions had been. His companions reported the crash, returned to the scene, but could not find Mogg.

   He was reported to have had between $15 and $25 on his person he left on the day of his disappearance. The body, almost beyond recognition, was identified by clothing. Cause of death was tentatively set as drowned.

   Mogg was born August 29, 1905, in Alfred, New York. Surviving are his father, John Mogg, of Rosebush; two brothers, Rex, of Pontiac; and Robert of Gladwin; a sister, Mrs. Jerry Greer, of Gladwin.

   Burial services were held yesterday morning at the Dale cemetery, Reverend Raymond Norton of Beaverton officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 05-31/1934 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

REX WILLIAM MOGG (19 MARCH 1900 - 25 MAY 1963)

 

KILLED BY CAR NEAR LOOMIS

 

   Rex Mogg, 63, of Beaverton, was instantly killed when he was struck by a car on a road near Loomis Saturday night. State Police officers reported Mogg was hit by a car driven by Richard Lang, 29, of Highland Park. Mogg was in the center of the road when he was struck, the officers said. Riding with Lang were R. L. Winchester, Highland Park, and Dora Rice, of Minden. All three were reported injured when their vehicle left the highway after the accident and were taken to the Midland Hospital.

   Born on March 19, 1900, in Alfred, N.Y., Mr. Mogg was a self employed auto mechanic. A veteran of World War II, he had lived in Gladwin County for 52 years. A sister, Mrs. Jerry (Marie) Geer, of Beaverton, survives him. Funeral services were held Tuesday at 11 a.m. at the Hall Funeral Home with Elder Alva Pendleton officiating. Burial services were held in Beaverton Cemetery under the auspices of the Beaverton V.F.W. Gladwin County Record dated 05-29/1963 Column - 1 Page - 1

 

SUSAN MOGG (1876 - 1913)

 

MARY M. (BURGESS) MOLL (12 DEC 1895 - 3 DEC 1976)

 

Mrs. Mary M. Moll, 80, of Gladwin, died Friday, Dec. 3, in the Gladwin Nursing Home following a long illness. Born in Michigan on December 12, 1895, she had spent most of her life in Gladwin County. Surviving are one great-granddaughter and 2 great great grandchildren; and one brother Arthur Burgess of Florida.

   Services were held Saturday at 3 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. David Frederick officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-08/1976 Column - 8 Page - 5  

 

CORA (MERCER) MOLTER (1866 - 1935)

 

JACOB MOLTER (? - 7 SEP 1904) - Husband of Thresie Molter - 72 yrs & 22 days.

 

JOHN J. MOLTER (13 OCT 1878 - 18 MARCH 1955)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR JOHN J. MOLTER

 

   John J. Molter, 7, passed away Friday evening at his home in Beaverton following a lingering illness. He was born in Huron County on October 13, 1878, the son of Jacob and Rosa Molter. He moved to Gladwin County in 1895 and has resided here since. On October 20, 1908, he married Mrs. Cora Mercer who died in August 1935. In March 1936 he married Mrs. Mabel McCormick, who died a few years later.

   He is survived by three sisters, Mrs. George Hooper of Beaverton, Mrs. Lavina O'Neill of California and Mrs. Mable Watson of Chicago; one brother, Alfred Molter of Mullberry Grove, Ill. Mr. Molter was a member of the Reorganized Church of Latter Day Saints of Jesus Christ and of the Beaverton F. & A.M. Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. at the Beaverton L.D.S. Church with Elder Albert Seymour officiating. Burial was made in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-23/1955 Column - 7 Page - 1

 

LEWIS H. MOLTER (1874 - 10 MAY 1945)

 

LONG-TIME TOBACCO RESIDENT DIES

 

   Rev. Hollinger, of Beaverton, read the funeral services Monday, May 14 at 2 p.m., for Lewis Molter, Tobacco township, who died May 10, at the University of Michigan Hospital. After the services at Brethren Church, the burial took place at Dale cemetery.

   Born in Huron county, 1874, he resided in Gladwin county for 47 years. His death followed an illness of a month. Unmarried, he is survived by his mother, Mrs. Rosa Molter, Beaverton, brothers John and George of Beaverton, and sisters, Mrs. Maggie Hooper, Beaverton; Mrs. Mary Bearse, Ann Arbor; Mrs. Lavina O'Neil, Englewood, California; Mrs. Mabelle Watson, Chicago. Gladwin County Record dated 05-16/1945 Column - 4 Page - 1  

 

ROSA T. MOLTER (1 MAY 1856 - 23 SEP 1945)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS. ROSA MOLTER

 

   Mrs. Rosa T. Molter, 89, died at a Bay City Nursing home Sunday, September 23. Funeral services were held Tuesday from the Brethren church, Beaverton, at 2 p.m. with burial in the Dale cemetery. Rev. E. S. Hollinger officiated.

   Mrs. Molter was born in Buffalo, NY., on May 1, 1856, and was married to Alfred Molter on September 24, 1872 in Kilmanagh, Huron county. Mr. Molter passed away about 35 years ago. Mrs. Molter has lived in Tobacco township for nearly 50 years. She was a member of the Brethren church and the parish Women's society.

   Surviving are two sons, John and Alfred of Beaverton; four daughters, Mrs. Margaret Hooper, of Beaverton, Mrs. Mary Bease, of Ann Arbor, Mrs. Levina O'Neill, of Englewood, California, and Mrs. Mabelle Watson, of Chicago; 17 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandson. Gladwin County Record dated 09-26/1945 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

B. JOSEPH MOORE (29 JAN 1907 - 15 FEB 1977)

 

B. Joseph Moore, 70, of 2998 Calhoun Rd., Beaverton, died Tuesday, February 15 at the Gladwin Area Hospital following a short illness. Born in Howard City, January 29, 1907, he was employed at Fisher Body Fleetwood Division, Detroit, and lived in Lincoln Park before moving to Gladwin County 10 years ago. Active in the Boy Scouts of America, he was also a life member of the National Rifle Association. Mr. Moore and his wife the former Eva Sybert were married May 14, 1929, in Bowling Green, Ohio, and she suvives him.

   Other survivors are a daughter, Miss Mary Moore, of Davisburg; 2 sons, Don of Ypsilanti, and John of Lincoln Park; a sister, Mrs. Georgia Stressman of Grand Rapids; and 5 grandchildren. Services were held Friday at 2 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home - Beaverton Chapel with the Rev. David Frederick officiating and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-23/1977 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

CHARLES R. MOORE (30 SEP 1892 - 25 JAN 1977)

 

Charles R. Moore, 84, of Beaverton, died Tuesday, Jan. 25, at his home at 2995 Calhoun Rd., Beaverton, following a long illness. Born in Ensley on September 30, 1892, he came to Gladwin County in 1955. Mr. Moore was employed in the tool and die field and worked from Brown Machine Co. in Beaverton from September 1955 until his retirement on January 1, 1966. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Beaverton and a member of the Beaverton Masonic Lodge No. 453. Mr. Moore and the former Marian Hendrickson were married on July 25, 1949, in Toledo, Ohio.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Mollie Long of Lansing; one brother, Joseph of Beaveerton; and one sister Mrs. Georgia Stressman of Grand Rapids. Services were held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. David Frederick and the Rev. Roger Browne officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. A Masonic Memorial Service was held Thursday at 8 p.m. Gladwin County Record dated 02-02/1977 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

DAVID L. MOORE (1945 - 1967)

 

EVA L. (SYBERT) MOORE (10 SEP 1908 - 3 AUG 2003)

 

Eva L. Moore, 94, of Beaverton, Michigan passed away Aug. 3, 2003 at the Gladwin Living Centre in Gladwin, Michigan. She was born Sept. 10, 1908 to Simon and Racheal (Rogers) Syfert in Herrick, Illinois

She was a homemaker who moved to Gladwin in 1967, having previously lived in Lincoln Park.

She married B. Joseph Moore on May 14, 1929 in Bowling Green, Ohio; he preceded her in death in 1977.

   She is survived by her daughter Miss Mary Moore of White Lake; sons Don (Kris) Moore of Milan and John Moore of Detroit; seven grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; sister Jessie Landers of Herrick, Illinois; brother Nobel Syfert of Herrick, Illinois; several nieces and nephews; and the beautiful Wagner family.

   She was predeceased by her parents, son David, and granddaughter June Moore.

Funeral services will be held today (Wednesday, Aug. 6) at 1 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton with Pastor Lynn Chappell officiating. Burial will take place in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Visitation will take place today from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home. Gladwin County Record dated 08-06/2003 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

GLORIA J. (KAREUS) MOORE (12 OCT 1931 - 12 MAY 2001)

 

   Gloria J. Moore, 69, of Beaverton, died Saturday, May 12, 2001 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland following a short illness. Born Oct. 12, 1931 in Detroit, she was the daughter of William and Ella (Goodwin) Kareus. She lived in Gladwin County since 1974 and previously lived in Midland.  Gloria married Richardson Moore, Sept. 9, 1950 in Gladwin. She was a homemaker.  She was a member of St. Annes Catholic Church in Edenville; past president of American Legion Auxiliary #165 in Midland (twice); Gladwin Eagles Auxiliary #3292 past trustee; Midland Elk #1610; and Midland Bowling Allstar for 10 years. She also loved her garden and playing cards.

   Besides her husband she is survived by two sons, Rick and wife Dianne of Royal Oak, and Randy and wife Mary of Midland; grandchildren, Ryan and Amy Moore of Royal Oak, and Joe and Dan Moore of Midland; four brothers, Warren Kareus of Beaverton, Leonard Kareus of Gladwin, William Kareus of Prudenville, and Robert Kareus of Midland; two sisters, Doris Kinne of Hemlock and Grace Oliverio of California; and several nieces and nephews.

   She was preceded in death by her parents; and one brother, Kenneth Kareus.

Services will be held today (Wednesday) at 11 a.m. at St. Annes Catholic Church in Edenville with Rev. Father Todd Arnberg officiating. Burial will be in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. There was a service by the Gladwin Eagles Auxiliary #3292 at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Hall Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made, to be used according to the wishes of the family. Gladwin County Record dated 05/2001.

 

MARIAN E. (HENDRICKSON) MOORE (1 JAN 1904 - 13 JULY 1992)

 

Marian E. Moore, 88, of 2995 Calhoun Rd., Beaverton, died Monday, July 13, 1992, in the Gladwin Pines Nursing Home after a long illness. Born in Troy, Jan. 1, 1904, she moved to Gladwin County in 1955. Mrs. Moore worked at the Leland Hotel in Detroit for many years. She was a member of the Beaverton Presbyterian Church and the Order of Eastern Stars Chapter 495, Clawson. The former Marian Hendrickson, she was married to Charles Moore on July 25, 1949, in Toledo, Ohio. He preceded her in death Jan. 25, 1977.

   Surviving are 2 daughterrs, Mrs. Marjorie Horkirmer of Sandy, Utah and Mrs. Janet Langley of Rogers City; and one step-daughter, Mrs. Mollie Long of Laingsburg. Rites will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Donald Keen will officiate and burial will be in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. An OES service will be held Wednesday evening. Gladwin County Record dated 07-15/1992 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

MARY A. MOORE (1932 - ?)

 

? MORGAN (? - ?) 

 

? MORGAN (? - ?) - Small stone.

 

JOHN A. MORGAN (2 OCT 1891 - 30 MARCH 1903)

 

ADA BELLE (BAKER) MORRIS (29 AUG 1885 - 30 AUG 1950)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS. MORRIS

 

   Funeral services for Mrs. Gordon Morris, 65, were held from the Beaverton Methodist church on Saturday afternoon. The Rev. Donald Sailor officiated and burial was made in the Dale cemetery.

   Ada Belle Baker was born in Saginaw county on August 29, 1885. She was married to M. Gordon Morris on July 14, 1909 and has been a resident of Beaverton since her marriage, except when they resides in Bay Port from 1918 until 1938. Mrs. Morris was an active member of the Beaverton Methodist church and Womens's Society of Christian Service, of that church. She passed away last Thursday after an illness of only four days.

   Surviving are her husband, M. Gordon Morris; one son, Gordon D. Morris, of Sebewaing; three daughters, Mrs. Gayle Smith, of Bay City, Mrs. Fern Kunisch, of Sebewaing and Mrs. Pauline Oak, of Bad Axe; two sisters, Mrs. Clyde Munger, of Freeland and Mrs. Benjamin Moulton, of Saginaw; alson eight grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 09-06/1950 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

DELLA MAE (COTTRELL) MORRIS (27 FEB 1890 - 8 JULY 1973)  

 

LIDA MORRIS (1853 - 1922)

 

M. GORDON MORRIS (8 APRIL 1887 - 24 MAY 1974)

 

M. Gordon Morris, 87, of Beaverton, died Friday, May 24, in Mt. Pleasant Community Hospital, following a short illness. Born in LaPorte, Mich., April 8, 1887, he came to Gladwin County in 1909 and remained here for 9 years. The next 20 years, from 1918 to 1938, Mr. Morris lived in Bayport. Returning to Beaverton in 1938, he purchased the hardware store and operated it under his name until 1960 when he retired. he and the former Ada Belle Baker were married July 14, 1909, in Freeland, and she died August 30, 1950. Mr. Morris and Mrs. Della Mae Cottrell, of Beaverton, were married April 3, 1955, in Lansing. She preceded him in death July 8, 1973. Mr. Morris served as mayor of Beaverton in 1940-41, and was a member of the Beaverton F. & A.M. and the Bay City Consistory.

   Surviving are 1 son, Gordon D. (Bud) Morris of Beaverton; 3 daughters, Mrs. Harold (Pauline) Oak of Mt. Clemens, Mrs. Carl (Fern) Kunisch of Sebewaing, and Mrs. Thomas (Gayle) Smith of Sanford; 4 step-daughters, Mrs. Leon (Helen) Methner, Mrs. Ralph (Ola) Hildenbrand, Mrs. Marion Snyder, and Mrs. Margaret Woodruff, all of Beaverton; 13 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

   Services were held Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Hall Funeral Home, in Beaverton, with the Rev. James Braid officiating and burial was in Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. A Masonic memorial service was held Monday evening. Gladwin County Record dated 05-29/1974 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

MANLEY ROBERT MORRIS (8 MARCH 1882 - 25 MAY 1960)

 

M. ROBERT MORRIS DIES IN LANSING

 

   M. Robert Morris died in Lansing this morning. Burial will be in Beaverton, but other arrangements are incomplete. Mrs. Carrie Capling of Gladwin, Mrs. L. J. Budge and M. Gordon Morris of Beaverton, are sisters and brother of Mr. Morris. Gladwin County Record dated 05-25/1960 Column - 1 Page - 1

 

SERVICES HELD FOR ROBERT MORRIS

 

   Services were held Friday May 27, at the Beaverton Presbyterian Church for M. Robert Morris, 78, of Lansing. He died May 25 in Lansing, after a short illness. Mr. Morris was born March 8, 1882 in Saginaw County, and was a resident of Gladwin County from 1899 until 1930, when he moved to Lansing. He married the former Vernie Oliver February 7, 1905 in Beaverton. Mr. Morris was a member of the Presbyterian Church and a charter member of the Beaverton F. and A.M. No. 453 Lodge.

   Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Vernie Morris; two daughters, Mrs. Howard Whitmer, of Pleasant Ridge and Mrs. Chas. Fowler, of Harbor Springs; one brother, M. Gordon Morris, of Beaverton; two sisters, Mrs. E. Maude Budge, of Beaverton and Mrs. Carrie Capling, of Gladwin.

   The Rev. Verne Summers officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-01/1960 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

MANSON MORRIS (1850 - 12 MARCH 1933)

 

Manson Morris, a former resident of Beaverton and Dale, died Sunday afternoon, March 12, 1933, at his home at Hillsdale after an illness of several weeks. He lacked a few days of being 83 years old. The Morris family came from LaPorte, settled in Tobacco township, later moving to Beaverton. Mrs. Morris died in March, 1922. A few years later Mr. Morris went to Hillsdale to make his home.

   The body was brought to Beaverton Tuesday and taken to the home of his daughter, Mrs. L. J. Budge, where services were held Wednesday morning, March 15, at 10 o'clock, conducted by Rev. William Blanding, followed by burial at Dale cemetery.

    He is survived by a widow; two daughters, Mrs. L. J. Budge of Beaverton and Mrs. G. A. Capling of Gladwin; two sons, M. R. Morris of Lansing and Gordon Morris of Bayport; 10 grandchildren, Mrs. Charles Fowler of Montrose, Miss Lucille Morris of Lansing, Misses Edith and Lorraine Budge of Beaverton, Marian and Jean Capling of Gladwin and three granddaughters and one grandson of Bayport. Gladwin County Record dated 03-16/1933 Column - 4 Page - 5

 

MARK MANLEY MORRIS (10 MARCH 1893 - 30 OCT 1918)

 

MANLEY MORRIS IS DEAD IN COUNTRY'S SERVICE

 

FALLS VICTIM OF PENEUMONIA AT U.S. AVIATION CAMP IN IRELAND.

 

   Advice received by his parents brings news of the death of Manley Morris from pneumonia at a U.S. aviation camp in Ireland, Oct. 30, after an illness of only six days. He enlisted in February last and went with Elden Capling to Omaha, then to Texas, and from there overseas as a mechanic in the aviation corps. A letter written only a week before his death, recently received said that he was in the best of health and spirits.

   At the time of his death Manley was aged 21 years, 7 months and 20 days. He was born in Saginaw county, and when only three years of age came to Tobacco township, Gladwin county, with his parents, and has since lived there and at Beaverton. He leaves his wife, and parents, Mr. and Mrs. Manley Morris of Beaverton, two sisters, Mrs. L. J. Budge of Beaverton, and Mrs. Gordon Capling of Gladwin; two brothers, M. Robert Morris of Gladwin and Gordon Morris of Bay Port. Gladwin County Record dated 11-28/1918 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

MARK MANLEY MORRIS --- IN MEMORIAM

 

   Mark Manley Morris was born March 10, 1893, in Saginaw county, Michigan, and died Oct. 30, 1918, at Dublin, Ireland. When he was three years old the family moved to Gladwin county. He was married to Muriel Louise Church June 25, 1917. He enlisted in the U.S. Aero squadron in February, 1918, and sailed for Ireland in August, where he was stationed at the time of his death.

   He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Muriel Morris, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. M. Morris of Beaverton, two sisters, Mrs. L. J. Budge of Beaverton and Mrs. Gordon Capling of Gladwin, and two brothers, M. Robert Morris of Gladwin and M. Gordon Morris of Bayport. The following letter from First Lieutenent C. H. Caddagan of his company gives particulars of his illness and death, and pays a fine tribute to his character and qualifications:

 

Headquarters 329th Aero Service Squadron,

Collinstown, Dublin, Ireland.

Nov. 10, 1918.

 

Mrs. Manley Morris

Beaverton, Mich.

Dear Mrs. Morris:

 

   No doubt the War Department has already advised you of the death of your husband. Private Manley Morris, a member of my organization, who died at King George V. hospital, Dr. Steven's Branch, Dublin, Ireland, at 6:50 p.m. on Oct. 30, 1918. Private Morris was taken sick on the night of Oct. 26 with influenza, and was moved to the Post Infirmary. His condition gradually grew worse, which necessitated his removal to hospital in Dublin, Ireland. On Oct. 27 he was moved to King George V. hospital, and was found to have developed pneumonia, which illness caused his death.

   Private Morris was buried with full military honors on the morning of Nov. 2, 1918, at Grangegorman cemetery, Dublin, Ireland. The band was furnished by the British army, the men who gave the rifle salute were from the 329th Aero Squadron, his body was transported to the cemetery on a gun carriage escorted by both American and British. A beautiful burial service was conducted at the grave, which is Grave No. 4, Canadian Plot. in the cemetery above referred to.

   Arrangements are being made by the officers and men to purchase a nice marble headstone, which will be erected as soon as possible. It is hoped that we will be able to take a picture of the grave for you. Private Morris was assigned to my command March 15, 1918, and was always a true and faithful soldier of excellent character and qualifications. He was obedient and unselfish, and a splendid type of young American manhood. I am sure he made the Great Sacrifice with the same ....?

Gladwin County Record dated 12-05/1918 Column - 3 Page - 1 

 

VERNIE C. (OLIVER) MORRIS (5 JUNE 1884 - 8 MAY 1961)

 

EX-BEAVERTON WOMAN DIES

 

   Mrs. Vernie C. Morris, 77, formerly of Beaverton, died Monday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Howard Witmer, in Pleasant Ridge, after an illness of two years. A resident of Lansing for the past 30 years, Mrs. Morris was born on June 5, 1884, in Coril, and was married to Robert Morris in Beaverton Feb. 7, 1905. He preceded her in death on May 25, 1960.

   Surviving besides Mrs. Witmer is another daughter, Mrs. Charles Fowler, of Harbor Springs; three sisters, Mrs. M. G. Morris Sr., Mrs. Donald Ross and Mrs. William Stock of Beaverton; and six grandchildren.

   Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, Beaverton, with the Rev. Aaron Hyde officiating. Burial will be in Dale Cemetery. Mrs. Morris will be at the Hall Funeral Home until noon Thursday and then at the church. Gladwin County Record dated 05-10/1961 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

ELVA G. MORRISON (1923 - 1997)

 

WALTER MORRISON (1925 - ?)

 

BABY MORTON (? - 1915)

 

BLANCHE ESTELLE (SNYDER) MORTON (10 JULY 1895 - 11 NOV 1974)

 

Mrs. Blanche Morton died in Lansing Monday, November 11, following a long illness. The former Blanche Snyder and Clarence Morton were married in Tobacco Township September 1, 1914, and they moved to Lansing from Beaverton 48 years ago. Mr. Morton died in 1972.

   Surviving are 2 sons, Don of East Lansing and William of Battle Creek; a brother, Clifford Snyder of Beaverton; 4 sisters, Mrs. Hugh (Erma) Smith of Beaverton, Mrs. Freida Bracy of Detroit, Mrs. Ada Albright of California, and Mrs. Carrie Whiton of Ohio; 5 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

   Services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel, with the Rev. Zina Bennett officiating. Burial will be in Dale Cemetery. Mrs. Morton will be at the funeral home at 10 a.m. Thursday. Gladwin County Record dated 11-13/1974 Column - 4 Page - 2 

 

CLARENCE V. MORTON (11 MAY 1891 - 26 SEP 1972)

 

Clarence V. Morton, 81, of Lansing, died Tuesday, Sept. 26. He had been a resident of the Lansing area for 47 years coming from Clare. He was a member of the Judson Memorial Baptist Church, and a Life Member of Beaverton Lodge 435, F. & A.M. Mr. Morton had been employed at Oldsmobile for 35 years, retiring in 1958. He was a member of the Quarter Century Club. Surviving are his wife, Blanche of Lansing; twos sons, Don of East Lansing and William of Battle Creek; one sister, Mrs. Mabel Elksner of Salmen, Ore.; five grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Rites were held Friday in East Lansing and then he was taken to the Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton where services were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, with interment in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-04/1972 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

BERNADINE MOSS (12 FEB 1916 - 1987)

 

RALPH T. MOSS (2 MARCH 1916 - 8 MAY 1959)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR RALPH MOSS

 

   Funeral services were held Monday at 1:30 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home and 2 p.m. at the Beaverton Methodist Church for Ralph T. Moss, 43. Mr. Moss took his own life Friday at his home in Beaverton. He had been despondent, according to the family.

   Mr. Moss was born March 2, 1916, in Weston, Virginia, and married the former Miss Bernadine Boylen Oct. 14, 1935, in Clarksburg, West Virginia. A Gladwin County resident for 22 years, he was employed by Sun Oil Co. He was a member of the Beaverton F. & A. M. Lodge.

   Survivors include his wife, Bernadine; two daughters, Mrs. Wayne Hall, of Ft. Knox, Kentucy, and Sue, of Beaverton; a son, Jerry, of Beaverton; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Moss, of Jane Lew, W. Va.; a sister, Mrs. Virgil Butcher, of Jane Lew, W. Va.; a brother, Paul, of Charleston, W. Va.; and two grandsons. Gladwin County Record dated 05-13/1959 Column - 2 Page - 1  

 

ALETTA MAE (NEIFRED) MYERS (28 APRIL 1881 - 1955)

 

JOHN LORENZO MYERS (30 JAN 1847 - 8 MARCH 1928)

 

John Lorenzo Myers died Wednesday, March 7, 1928, at his home in Tobacco township of Bright's disease. Mr. Myers was born Jan. 30, 1847 in Custer county, Ohio. He served 3 years and 3 months in the Civil war, enlisting June 3, 1862. He was discharged owing to sickness but re-enlisted at the expiration of the time and serving 3 months more. He was promoted from private to corporal in company A, 128 Ohio regiment. After the war he worked in the oil fields for about 6 years had a drug store at Cygnet, Custer county, Ohio. In 1899 he came to Gladwin county and located on a farm in Tobacco township. He has lived in Arkansas, Ohio and Michigan.

   He was married Oct. 29, 1875 to Laura Beatty, Nine children were born to them, seven of whom, George, Myrtle, Byron, Lorenzo, Jr., May, Adam and one baby unnamed are deceased. Two daughters, Mrs. Helen Shaffer of Beaverton and Mrs. Leona Disel of Findley, Ohio, two grandchildren, Doris and Delos Disel and Mrs. Myers survive him. He was a member of the Knights of Pythias. The funeral was held at Dale, Saturday afternoon, March 10, at 2 o'clock conducted by Rev. A. J. Preston. The pallbearers were: John Flock, Charles Tolles, William Richardson, Elmer Coolidge, Ira Brand and Henry Smith. Gladwin County Record dated 03-15/1928 Column - 3 Page - 4

 

LAURA MYERS (1857 - 1940)

 

LEONARD JEFFREY MYERS (23 DEC 1880 - 8 JUNE 1957)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR JEFF MYERS

 

   Leonard Jeff Myers, 76, died at his home in Tobacco township  on Saturday, June 8. He was born on December 23, 1880, in New Washington, Ohio. On February 1, 1903, he was married to the former Miss Aletta Mae Neifred in Van Wert County Ohio. She preceded him in death on April 10, 1955. Mr. Myers was engaged in farming and had lived in Gladwin county for 38 years.

   Surviving him are two daughters, Mrs Eve A. Brubaker,  Gladwin, and Mrs. Genevieve M. Smith of Alma; two sons, Wilbur D. of Gladwin and X. A. Myers of Saginaw; also 17 grandchildren, and 15 great grandchildren.

   Funeral services were held at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday at the Methodist Church, Beaverton. The Rev. Verne Summers officiated and burial was in the Dale cemetery. Pallbearers were Rex Cox, Ocindo Cingano, Fuhrman Tremaine, Russell Longstreth, Ernest Scheele and Walter Stroman. Gladwin County Record dated 06-12/1957 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

N'S

 

RALPH A. NEAL, JR (3 JAN 1946 - 9 JULY 1994)

 

RALPH A. NEAL, JR .

 

Ralph A. Neal Jr., 48, of 224 Murphy St, Bay City, died suddenly from a possible heart attack while scuba diving on Saturday, July 9, 1994. In Beaufort. S.C. Born in Gladwin Jan. 3, 1946, he moved to Bay City in 1977 from Beaverton. He worked as a foreman for G.M. Powertrain in Bay City. He was a member of the Bay City Police Reserves, and the American Legion Post 319 in Ecourse. He enjoyed scuba diving and shooting.

 

Survivors include his mother, Luella Kindle ofBeaverton; his father, Ralph Neal Sr., of Midland; 2 sons, William of Bay City, and Alee of Midland; one daughter, Michelle of Midland; one brother, Terry of Beaverton; and 2 sisters,

Linda Romatz of Beaverton, and Diana Neal of Beaverton.

 

Rites will be held Friday at 11 a.m. from Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Burial will be in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton, Visitation times are after 7 p.m. today.  (Wednesday) Gladwin County Record dated 7-13/1994 Column – 4 Page – 2.

 

WALTER CHARLES NEAL (19 MARCH 1905 - 25 APRIL 1957)

 

Services Held Sunday for Walter Neal

 

Walter Charles Neal, 52, of Beaverton died at Veterans Hospital, Saginaw, on Thursday, April 25 after a short illness. He was a veteran of World War II, and had been employed as a truck driver. He was born in Mercer

County, Ohio on March 19, 1905 and had been a resident of Gladwin County since 1931. He was a member of the Beaverton VFW Post.

 

Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Marie Walls of VanWert, Ohio, and Mrs Laura Sites of Beaverton; four brothers Ralph of Beaverton, Elmer of McGuffey, Ohio, Clifford of Toledo, and Cletis of Lima, Ohio.

 

Services were held Sunday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock in Beaverton at the Methodist Church. Rev. Vern Summers officiated. Burial was in Dale cemetery under the auspices of the Beaverton Veterans of Foreign Wars. Gladwin County Record dated 5-1/1957 Column – 5 Page – 1.

 

EARL E. NEEDHAM (20 JAN 1918 - 23 FEB 1993)

 

Earl E. Needham, 75, of 3318 W. River Dr., Gladwin, died suddenly Tuesday, Feb. 23, 1993, in the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Gladwin. Born in Detroit, Jan. 20, 1918, he moved to Gladwin County 9 years ago from Oxford. Mr. Needham was a retired electrician for Reichhold Chemical Co. in Ferndale. Mr. Needham and the former Phyllis Dunkel were married Sept. 14, 1940, in Ferndale.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Larry of Gladwin; 2 daughters, Mrs. Ronald (Barbara) Lemmons of Redlands, Calif. and Mrs. Larry (Carol) Klenow of Goodrich; 4 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

   Rites were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Sherry Parker officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-03/1993 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

LARRY E. NEEDHAM (1960 - ?)

 

PHYLLIS J. (DUNKEL) NEEDHAM (29 MARCH 1922 - 8 JULY 1996)

 

Phyllis J. Needham, 74, of Gladwin, died Monday, July 8, 1996 at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center - Midland following a long illness. Born March 29, 1922 in Detroit, she resided in Gladwin since 1984 when she moved from Oxford. The former Phyllis Dunkel married Earl E. Needham Sept. 14, 1940 in Ferndale. He preceded her in death Feb. 23, 1993.

   Surviving are 2 daughters, Carol and husband Larry Klenow of Goodrich, and Barbara and husband Ronald Lemmons of Redlands, Calif.; one son, Larry Needham of Gladwin; one sister, Maxine Morris of Madison Heights; 6 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren.

   Services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin chapel. Pastor Sherry Parker will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery, Tobacco Township. Gladwin County Record dated 07-10/1996 Column - 2 Page - 7  

 

C. P. NELSEN (1852 - 1926)

 

MATILDA NELSEN (1866 - 19__)

 

ADELINE (KERHOFF) NEUMAN (20 JULY 1855 - 26 SEP 1913)

 

BILLINGS

 

   Mrs Charles Neuman passed away Friday night after a long and painful illness. She will be much missed by her many friends in the community where she has lived for many years. Gladwin County Record dated 10-02/1913 Column - 3 Page - 8

 

CHARLES NEUMAN (8 AUG 1858 - 9 DEC 1925)

 

Charles Neuman was born in Germany, August 8, 1858, and died December 9, 1925, aged 67 years, 5 months and one day. He came to this country in 1886. In 1887 he married Adeline Kerhoff. To this union five children were born, of which four are living. In 1900 he moved to Gladwin county, but the last eight years he has made his home in Saginaw. His wife departed this life on September 26, 1913. He leaves to mourn two sons, Charlie, of Gladwin and William of Saginaw; two daughters, Mrs. Louise Picfor of Elwood, Ill., and Mrs Adeline Brushaber of Beaverton, and nine grandchildren. The funeral services were held at the Dale M. E. church Saturday afternoon, Rev. A. J. Preston of Beaverton officiating. Interment in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-17/1925 Column - 3 Page - 4

 

CHARLES C. NEUMAN (10 JAN 1889 - 18 FEB 1974)

 

Charles C. Neumann, 85, of Gladwin, died Monday, Feb. 18, at the Gladwin Area Hospital after an illness of two weeks. Born in Sand Creek on Jan. 10, 1889, he had lived in Gladwin County since 1929. Mr. Neumann retired in 1954 after 25 years with the Gladwin County Road Commission. He was married to the former Grace Lake on June 19, 1915, in Gladwin.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Elmer of Lansing; one brother, William of Saginaw; 10 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. A son, Earl, and a daughter, Ruth, preceded him in death. Services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. C. E. Howe will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-20/1974 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

GRACE G. (LAKE) NEUMAN (24 SEP 1896 - 18 APRIL 1977)

 

Mrs. Grace G. Neumann, 80, of 601 North Arcade St., Gladwin, died Monday, April 18, in the Clare Nursing Home following a short illness. Born in Eaton County on September 24, 1896, she had resided in Gladwin County since 1929. The former Grace Lake, she was married to Charles C. Neumann on June 19, 1915, in Gladwin. He preceded her in death on February 18, 1974.

   Surviving are one son, Elmer of Lansing; 2 sisters, Mrs. Mildred Pendleton of Beaverton and Mrs. Bertha Spencer of Gladwin; 10 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. Two children, Earl and Ruth, also preceded her in death. Services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Robert Shoaff will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-20/1977 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

MICHAEL ALLEN NEWCOMB (24 JULY 1947 - 2 FEB 1948)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR SMALL SON

 

   Michael Allen, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Newcomb, died at the home of his parents, in Beaverton township, on Monday, February 2. He was born on July 26, 1947. Surviving are his parents; one brother, Glen H., and a sister, Carol Ann, at home; his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Hazen Swanton and Mr. and Mrs. Glen Newcomb.

   Funeral services will be held this afternoon, Wednesday, at the Hall Funeral Home at 2 o'clock, with burial in Dale cemetery. The Rev. Donald Sailor, pastor of the Beaverton Methodist Church, will officiate. Gladwin County Record dated 02-04/1948 Column - 7 Page - 1

 

FRED V. NICHOL (31 MAY 1892 - 11 JULY 1977)

 

Fred V. Nichol, 85, of 309 Curtis Rd., Coleman, died suddenly Monday, July 11, in the Midland Hospital. Born in Chatham, Ont., Can., on May 31, 1892, he moved to the Coleman area in 1952, from Midland. Mr. Nichol was a retired Beaverton barber. He was a veteran of World War I and was a member of the Beaverton American Legion and the Gladwin First United Methodist Church. He and the former Inez Finney were married on September 6, 1952, in Coleman.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 step-sons, Vernell Staley of Beaverton, Norris and Bernard Staley of Coleman; 2 step-daughters, Mrs. Ardis Robinson and Mrs. Sandra Fassett of Coleman; 15 grandchildren, 35 great grandchidren and 3 great great grandchildren.

   Services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Donald Bates will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. 07-13/1977 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

INEZ STALEY NICHOL (30 JAN 1892 - SEP 1981)

 

INEZ STALEY NICHOL, COLEMAN

 

   Services for Mrs. Nichol, 89, Coleman, will be Sunday at 2 p.m in Beaverton's Baptist Church and burial will be Dale Cemetery. She passed away Friday in the Midland Hospital Center and is survived by two sons and two daughters. She was born Jan. 30, 1892 and friends may call at Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton. Bay City Times dated 09-12/1981 Column - ? Page - ?

 

ELVA (MCKIMMY) NORTON (12 FEB 1892 - 19 OCT 1969)

 

Mrs. Elva C. Norton, 77, of Plymouth, died Sunday, Oct. 19, in the University of Michigan Hospital, Ann Arbor, after a long illness. The former Elva McKimmy, she was born in Bowling Green, Ohio on Feb. 12, 1892. She was married to Dr. Richard Norton in 1955 in Cumberland, Md. He preceded her in death on August 11, 1967. Survivors include one son, James McCourt, of Texas; one daughter, Mrs. Norine Berryman, of Plymouth; two brothers, Ottamar McKimmy, of Gladwin and Jay McKimmy, of Onaway; one sister, Mrs. Bertha Yager, of Gladwin; four grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Rites were held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Cedric Whitcomb officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-22/1969 Column - 2 Page - 2

 

DR. RICHARD C. NORTON (25 JULY 1901 - 11 AUG 1967)

 

DR. NORTON BURIED AT DALE CEMETERY

 

     Services for Dr. Richard C. Norton, 66, 15153 Northville Road, Plymouth widely known in state medical circles, were at 2 p.m. Monday at the Brethren Church in Beaverton with the Rev. Randall Roose officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. He died in University Hospital, Ann Arbor, Friday. Born July 25, 1901, at Dalton, Mass., he graduated from the Yale University Medical School in 1925, served his internship at New Haven, Conn., Hospital, and his residency at Barnes Hospital, St. Louis, Mo.

     He served with the Medical Corps, U.S. Army, during World War II with the rank of lieutenant colonel. He also had seen service with the National Board of Medical Examiners, as well as the medical staff of Battle Creek Sanatorium, Harper Hospital, Detroit, and Veterans Administrations Hospital, Detroit.

     Dr. Norton and the former Elva McKimmy McCourt were married in 1955 in Cumberland, Md. She is a former Gladwin County resident. Surviving are his widow, Elva; a daughter, Mrs. Leslie Viereck, of Alaska; a stepdaughter, Mrs. Wilbur Berryman, of Plymouth; a stepson, James McCourt, Brownville, Tex.; and a brother Prof. William B. Norton, Wellesley Hills, Mass.; and four grandchildren. Hall Funeral Home was in charge of the services. Gladwin County Record 08-16/1967 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

ANN MARIE (KOPIN) NOWACKI (17 FEB 1929 - 20 SEP 2003)

 

Ann Marie Nowacki, 73, of Beaverton, died Sept. 20, 2003 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland. She was born Feb. 17, 1929 to Andy and Mary (Margeckik) Kopin in Ziegler, Illinois. She married Walter W. Nowacki Nov. 27, 1947 in Hazel Park, Mich. They moved to Gladwin in 1982 from Troy, Mich. She was a secretary at D.A.B. Industries in Troy.

   She is survived by her husband, Walter W. Nowacki of Beaverton; two sons, Walter Nowacki of Keego Harbor and William and Penny Nowacki of Lake Orion; two grandchildren; a brother, John Kopin of Mulkeytown, Illinois; two nieces; and one nephew. She was predeceased by her parents; one brother; and one sister. According to the wishes of the family, cremation has taken place. Arrangements were handled by Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 09-24/2003 Column - 5 Page - 2 

 

WALTER W. "BILL" NOWACKI (17 NOV 1929 - ?)

 

JACLYNN (BAASE) NOWAK (31 OCT 1957 - 6 JUN 1992)

 

Mrs. JacLynn Nowak, 35, of 5274 Flock Rd., Gladwin, died suddenly Saturday, June 6, 1992, at her home. Born in Victoria, Texas, Oct. 31, 1956, she came to Gladwin County 13 1/2 years ago from Prudenville. The former JacLynn Baase, she was married to David Nowak, Dec. 12, 1978, in Edenville.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by one daughter, Melissa, at home; one son, Nicholas, at home; her mother, Mrs. Arla Baase of Prudenville; 2 brothers, Donald of Muskegon and Mark of Lake City. A sister, Elizabeth, died as an infant.

   Services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Kenneth DeMaere will officiate and burial will be in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Crippled Children. Gladwin County Record dated 06-10/1992 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

JOHN LEON NOWLAND (12 MAY 1908 - 4 SEP 1976)

 

John Leon Nowland, 68, of 5490 South Oakridge Dr., Beaverton, died Saturday, Sept. 4, in Outer Drive Hospital, Lincoln Park, after an illness of 10 months. Born in Saginaw on March 12, 1908, he came to Gladwin County 15 years ago from Ecorse. Mr. Nowland was a retired boiler maker and a veteran World War II. He was married on October 25, 1941, in Napoleon, Ohio.

   Besides his wife, Betty, he is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Oveta Klein and Mrs. Leatha Cooper; and three brothers, Dan, Coy and Patrick. Rites were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Father George Artman officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-08/1976 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

BETTY NOWLAND (1914 - 1995)

 

JAMES E. NOYKOS, SR (6 MAY 1937 - 5 JAN 1997)

 

James E. Noykos, Sr., 59, of Beaverton, died Sunday, Jan. 5, 1997 at Michigan Capital Medical Center, Lansing, after a long illness. Born May 6, 1937 in Saginaw, he previously resided in Sanford and Midland, before moving to Gladwin County in 1980. He had been employed by Asbestos Workers Local 47 of Saginaw.

   Surviving are one son, James E. Noykos Jr. of Sarasota, Fla.; two daughters, Catherine and husband John Chidlow of Sarasota, Fla. and Colleen Ellison of Bucyrus, Ohio; one half-brother, Raymond Noykos of North Baltimore, Ohio; two half-sisters, Marge and Beatrice Noykos of North Baltimore, Ohio. He was preceded in death by one brother, Frank.

   Services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Friends may call at the funeral home 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and noon to 9 p.m., Thursday. Burial will be in the Homer Township Cemetery, Midland. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the American Diabetes Association. Gladwin County Record dated 01-08/1997 Column - 2 Page - 7  

 

O'S

 

BETTY F. (NEFF) O'ROURKE (22 FEB 1921 - 18 JAN 1974)

 

Mrs. Betty F. O'Rourke, 52, of 3390 Croll Road, Beaverton, died Friday, Jan. 18, in the Midland Hospital following a long illness. Born in Curran on Feb. 22, 1921, she came to Gladwin County three years ago from Detroit. The former Betty Neff, she was married to Charles O'Rourke on Feb. 2, 1941, in Toledo, Ohio.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by her mother, Mrs. Mae Neff of Mio; three daughters, Mrs. Sue Ann Rayburn of California, Mrs. Pamela Medilin of Beaverton and Marion of Detroit; three sons, Charles of the U.S. Navy and Robert and Jerry, both of Beaverton; one brother; two sisters; and three grandchildren.

   Services were held Tuesday, Jan. 22, at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton. The Rev. Father Edward Trombley officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-23/1974 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

CHARLES O'ROURKE (1921 - ?)

 

S. BOYD OARD (11 OCT 1894 - 16 SEP 1964)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR BOYD OARD

 

   Services were held Saturday at 1:30 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home for Boyd Oard, 69, of Buckeye Township, who died Wednesday evening, Sept. 16, after an illness of one year. Born in Ottawa, Ohio, on Oct. 11, 1894, he came to Gladwin County in 1910. Mr. Oard was married on January 22, 1916, in Gladwin to the former Virgie Bushong who survives.

   He was engaged in farming and also served for many years as secretary fo the Hay Township Unit and later of the Winegars High School board of education.

   Survivors besides his wife include, two daughters, Mrs. Mary Jane Brushaber, and Mrs. Betty Jean Myers, of Beaverton; three sons, Orville, Max and Gerald, of Gladwin; one brother, James, of Beaverton; and three sisters, Mrs. Irene King, of Gladwin; and Mrs. Mullens and Mrs. Lydia Sullivan, of Montana; 14 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

   The Rev. Gordon Showers officiated at the services and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-23/1964 Column - 6 Page - 1  

 

VERGIE J. (BUSHONG) OARD (15 OCT 1896 - 9 SEP 1975)

 

Mrs. Vergie J. Oard, 78, of 2248 South M-30, Gladwin, died Tuesday, Sept. 9, in the Midland Hospital Center following a long illness. Born in Paulding County, Ohio, on October 15, 1896, she had spent most of her life in Gladwin County. The former Vergie Bushong, she was married to Boyd Oard on January 22, 1916, in Gladwin. He preceded her in death on Sept. 16, 1964.

   Surviving are three sons, Orville and Gerald of Gladwin and Max of Beaverton; two daughters, Mrs. Roy (Mary Jane) Brushaber and Mrs. W. D. (Betty Jean) Myers, both of Beaverton; two sisters, mrs. Anna Smith of Lansing and Mrs. Margaret Casselman of Flintl; 16 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin. The Rev. Vernon Wyllys will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-10/1975 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

ALFRED B. OHMART (12 NOV 1878 - 21 DEC 1950)

 

DIES FOLLOWING LONG ILLNESS

 

   Alfred B. Ohmart, 72, passed away on Thursday, December 21, at his home in Beaverton, after an illness of over 15 years. Funeral services were held on Sunday afternoon from the Church of the Brethren with the Rev. Ernest Jehnsen officiating. Burial was made in the Dale cemetery.

   Mr. Ohmart was born on November 12, 1878, in North Manchester, Indiana, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Ohmart. On January 19, 1901, he was married to Miss Jessie Heeter at North Manchester. They came to Beaverton 40 years ago and made their home on a farm in Tobacco township, moving to Beaverton eight years ago, when ill health forced Mr. Ohmart into retirment.

   Surviving are his wife, Jessie; two daughters, Mrs. Grace Rondo, of Saginaw, and Mrs. Helen Graff of Hart; two foster-children, Alvin Rise and Mrs. Esther Rise Taylor, both of Hart; one sister, Mrs. Fannie Pottenger, of North Manchester, Indiana; an aunt, Mrs. Fannie Hendrix, of Indiana; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

   Pallbearers at the services were Clarence Beall, Paul Mishler, Paul McKimmy, Ed Wodek, R. L. Johnson and Perry Cowell. Gladwin County Record dated 12-27/1950 Column - 7 Page - 1  

 

JESSIE M. (HEETER) OHMART (12 NOV 1883 - 5 JUNE 1955)

 

SERVICE TODAY FOR MRS. OHMART

 

   Mrs. Jessie M. Ohmart, 71, passed away at the Gladwin Nursing Home after an illness of eight months. Jessie Heeter was born in North Manchester, Ind., on November 12, 1883 and married Alfred Ohmart on January 19, 1901. They came to Gladwin county in 1911 and moved to the city of Beaverton in 1943. Her husband preceded her in death in 1950. Mrs. Ohmart was a member of the Church of the Brethren.

   She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Grace Rondo of Saginaw, Mrs. Helen Graff of Hart and Mrs. Esther Taylor of Roscommon; a son, Alvin Rise of Lake; two brothers, Glen and Earl Heeter, both of North Manchester, Ind., three grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

   Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. this afternoon (Wednesday) at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren with the Rev. Ernest Jehnsen officiating with burial in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-08/1955 Column - 5 Page - 1  

 

FLORA (NORTH) OLIVER (20 APRIL 1861 - 8 MARCH 1945)

 

HOLD SERVICES FOR MRS. FLORA OLIVER

 

   Mrs. Flora Oliver, 84, died Thursday, March 8, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Clarence Glidden, of Beaverton. Funeral services were held at the Brethren Church following prayer service at the home at 3:15, on Sunday, March 11. Rev. Henry Kreulen, assisted by Rev. E. S. Hollinger officiated and burial was made in the Dale Cemetery.

   Mrs. Oliver was born in Illinois, April 20, 1861 and was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. North. She was married to John Oliver at Cedar Springs, Michigan on November 11, 1879. They moved to Tobacco township in 1887 and later lived at The Heights Houghton Lake, for about 30 years. They have made their home with Mr. and Mrs. Glidden recently.

   Surviving are Mr. Oliver, who was 94 years old last Christmas day; on daughter, Mrs. Clarence Glidden, of Beaverton; two sons, James Oliver, of Urbana, Ohio and Jay Oliver of Beaverton; one sister, Mrs. Emma Thorn, of Peris, California; two brothers, Claude North and Jesse North, both of Grand Rapids; nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Mrs. Oliver was a member of the Presbyterian church. Gladwin County Record dated 03-14/1945 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

HUGH L. OLIVER (17 DEC 1859 - 4 FEB 1915)

 

PIONEERS ARE FAST PASSING AWAY

From the Gladwin County Record --- February 11, 1915

 

HUGH L. OLIVER, PIONEER OF ARBUTUS, IS QUICKLY SUMMONED.

 

MRS. ROBERT LYTIE AND MRS. ELIZA JANE REID OF GROUT ALSO CROSS THE GREAT DIVIDE.

 

Hugh L. Oliver, a resident of Gladwin county since 1887, and one of the first to buy land and commence a farm in the Arbutus settlement, Buckeye, died Feb. 4, at his home in Arbutus of pneumonia, the result of a cold contracted a week before. Mr. Oliver was the leading spirit o his neighborhood, which was widely known as the Oliver settlement. Before the days of rural routes a postoffice on his farm was known as Arbutus, of which he was postmaster. Mr. Oliver had also been supervisor of his township, and filled various official position. He had made a good farm and home at Arbutus, where he lived 26 years.

   Mr. Oliver was born in Fredericksburg, Ontario, Dec. 17, 1859, and at time of his death was aged 55 years, 1 month and 17 days. When a year old he went with his parents to Sanilac county, Michigan, living there until, nine years of age, then moving to Newaygo county, where he lived until he moved to Gladwin county. He was married to Sarah Elizabeth Ostrander in Macomb county July 3, 1882. To this union were born four daughters, all of whom with their mother are living. They are Mrs. Robert Morris of Beaverton, Mrs. James Cottrell of Holly, Miss Juna and Miss Fern at home; also four granddaughters, and three brothers and three sisters. Mr. Oliver was a devoted husband and father , and many will remember him for his kind acts, as he was always ready to extend a helping hand to the needy as well as to assist in public matters. He was a member of Gladwin lodge I.O.O.F. and Beaverton lodge F. & A.M.

   Funeral services were held Sunday. after short services at the house the body was taken to the Presbyterian church, Beaverton, where services were also had and many paid their respects previous to the burial at Dale. The funeral was under direction of Beaverton lodge F. & A.M. Gladwin County Record dated 02-11/1915 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

JOHN OLIVER (25 DEC 1851 - 21 NOV 1945)

 

SERVICES TODAY FOR JOHN OLIVER

 

   John Oliver, 94, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Clarence Glidden, at Beaverton, this morning, (Wednesday). Funeral services will be held at the Brethren Church on Sunday, at 2:30 p.m. following a prayer service at the Glidden home at 2 p.m. Rev. Henry Kreulen will officiate.

   Mr. Oliver was born on Christman Day, 1851, in Belfast, Ireland. He was married to Miss Flora North, at Cedar Springs, on November 11, 1879. She preceded her husband in death on March 8, of this year. They moved to Tobacco township in 1887 and later lived at The Heights, Houghton Lake, for about 30 years. Since that time he and Mrs. Oliver, until the time of their death have made their home with Mr. and Mrs. Glidden. Surviving besides Mrs. Glidden, are two sons, Jay Oliver, of Billings township and James Oliver, of Houghton Lake; nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 11-21/1945 Column - 1 Page - 1

 

SARAH ELIZABETH (OSTRANDER) OLIVER (15 NOV 1862 - 25 OCT 1945)

 

HOLD SERVICES FOR MRS. OLIVER

 

   Mrs. Sarah Elizabeth Oliver, 82, died at her home on Brown street in Beaverton, on Thursday, October 25, following a heart attack. She had been ill for the past year. Funeral services were held on Sunday afternoon at 1:30 at the home and at 2 o'clock at the Presbyterian church. Rev. Henry Kreulen officiated and burial was in the Dale cemetery. Miss Sarah Ostrander was born in Capac, on November 15, 1862 and was married at Armada, on July 3, 1882. She was a resident of Gladwin county since 1899, and has lived in Beaverton city since the death of her husband in 1915. She was a member of the Beaverton Presbyterian church and a former chaplain of the Beaverton O. E. S. chapter.

   Surviving are four daughters, Mrs. Vernie Morris, of Lansing, Mrs. Della Cottrell, Mrs. June Ross and Mrs. Fern Stock, all of Beaverton; a sister, Mrs. A. A. Patch, of Baton Rouge, La.; a brother, Richard W. Ostrander, of Flint; 10 granddaughters; and 14 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers were Harold Crawford, William French, Harley Quillet, Gordon Morris, Harry Beamish, and Thomas Rise. Gladwin County Record dated 10-31/1945 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

BRYAN RAY "TYKE" OLSEN (1971 - 1974)

 

KENNETH M. OLSON (28 SEP 1917 - 11 JAN 1966)

 

RITES SATURDAY FOR KEN OLSON

 

   Rites will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home for Kenneth M. Olson, 48, of Beaverton, who died Tuesday night in the Midland Hospital after an illness of two weeks. Born in Saginaw on Sept. 28, 1917, he was married to the former Virginia E. Morgan on July 24, 1937, in Saginaw.

   Mr. Olson came to Beaverton in 1954 from Saginaw when he bought the Beaverton Tavern. He sold the bar in 1963 and was now operating the Sanford Party Store in Sanford. He was a member of the Saginaw Masonic Lodge No. 154.

   Besides his wife he is survived by two daughters, Jo Ellen Hayes, of Midland, and Karen Kern, of Beaverton; two sons, Richard and Oscar, both of Beaverton; one brother, George H., of Saginaw; and three grandsons. The Rev. Aaron Hyde will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. A Masonic memorial service will be held Friday evening at the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 01-12/1966 Column - 1 Page - 1  

 

VIRGINIA E. (MORGAN) OLSON (1 SEP 1920 - 13 APRIL 1980)

 

Virginia E. Olson, 59, of Sanford and formerly of Beaverton, died Sunday, April 13, in the Midland Hospital Center. She was born in Saginaw on September 1, 1920. The former Virginia Morgan, she was married to Kenneth Olson on July 24, 1937, in Saginaw. He preceded her in death in 1966. Mr. and Mrs. Olson moved to Beaverton in 1954 and operated the Beaverton Tavern. In 1964, they moved to Sanford and where they had the Olson Party Store.

   Surviving are 2 sons, Richard of Sanford and Oscar of Vassar; 2 daughterse, Mrs. Deuel (Joy Ellen) Hays of Midland and Mrs. Ted (Karen) Kern of Beaverton; her mother, Mrs. Anne Bonnell of Midland; one sister, Mrs. Katherine Garlow of Midland; and 8 grandchildren.

   Rites were held today, Wednesday, at 11 a.m. from the Ware-Smith Funeral Home. The Rev. George Baird officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-16/1980 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

ALVIN G. ONWELLER (9 NOV 1928 - 1 JUNE 2005)

 

Alvin G. Onweller, 76, of Coleman died at home Wednesday, June 1, 2005. He was born Nov. 9, 1928 in Gladwin County, the son of Claude and Lucy (Seward) Onweller. Alvin married Donna B. Searfoss March 20, 1948 in Gladwin. He retired from the Midland County Road Commission in 1988 after 34 years.

   He is survived by his wife Donna; sons, Leroy (Marla) Onweller and Rodney (Karen) Onweller, both of Coleman; daughter, Linda (Edward) Everett of Vassar; six grandchildren; four Great grandchildren; a brother, Glen Onweller of Beaverton; and two sisters, Beverly Brushaber and Claudine Sandula, both of Beaverton. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Melvin and Robert; and sisters, Nina, Lorraine, Dorothy, Jessie, Velma and Betty.

   Funeral services were held on Friday, June 3 at the O'Laughlin Funeral Home, Inc. in Coleman, with Rev. David Bourns officiating. Burial took place in the Dale Cemetery in Beaverton. Memorials are suggested to the Geneva Hope United Methodist Church or Mid Michigan Hospice. Gladwin County Record dated 06-08/2005 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

ARDEN G. ONWELLER (ABT. 1864 - 4 MAY 1921)

 

A. G. Onweller died May 4 in his 57th year at his home in Tobacco township, where he had resided 21 years. He had been seriously ill for some time, and a few months ago returned from the Woman's hospital, Saginaw, where no hopes were entertained of his recovery. Mr. Onweller came from Ohio, and made for himself one of the best farms in Tobacco township. He was county road commissioner a number of years and also served his township as highway commissioner. His wife died recently, and two sons survive them.

   Funeral services at Dale M. E. church were largely attended Sunday, Rev. Vaughen officiating and Beaverton lodge F. and A.M., of which he was a member performing last sad rites at the grave, interment in Dale cemetery. He was also a member of the Consistory and the Shrine. Gladwin County Record dated 05-12/1921 Column - 4 Page - 5

 

CLAUDE N. ONWELLER (13 SEP 1885 - 12 JAN 1955)

 

SERVICES FRIDAY FOR CLAUDE ONWELLER

 

   Claude N. Onweller, 70, passed away at his home in Tobacco Township, early January 12, this morning after an illness of about a year. Claude N. Onweller, the son of Grant and Jessie Onweller, was born September 1885 in Ohio. He came to Gladwin county in 1900 and in 1907 was married to Lucy Seward at Gladwin.

   He is survived by his wife, Lucy; seven daughters, Mrs. Dorothy Howell of Flint, Mrs. Jessie Kintner of Plymouth, Mrs. Lorraine Eishaw of Cleveland, and Mrs. Beverly Brushaber, Mrs. Velma Blades, Mrs. Betty Blades and Mrs. Claudine Sandula of Beaverton; four sons, Sgt. 1/c Robert Onweller in Germany, Melvin and Glenn of Beaverton and Alvin of Gladwin; also 28 grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

   Funeral services will be held at the Dale Methodist Church, Saturday at 2:00 p.m. with the Rev. Larry Grubaugh officiating. Burial will be in Dale cemetery. The remains will be taken to the church about an hour before the service. Gladwin County Record dated 01-12/1955 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

JESSIE E. ONWELLER (12 FEB 1866 - 20 MARCH 1921)

 

LUCY E. (SEWARD) ONWELLER (23 JUNE 1892 - 7 JAN 1972)

 

Mrs. Lucy E. Onweller, 79, of Tobacco Township, died suddenly Friday, January 7, at her home on Dale Road near Beaverton. Mrs. Onweller was born June 23, 1892, in Lyons, Ohio, and came to Gladwin County with her parents in 1897, when 5 years old. The former Miss Lucy Seward and Claude Onweller were married in Gladwin August 7, 1907. Mr. Onweller died Jan. 12, 1955.

   Surviving are four sons, Glenn of Beaverton, Alvin of Clare, Melvin of Coleman, and Robert of California; seven daughters, Mrs. Velma Blades, Mrs. Betty Blades, Mrs. Claudene Sandula, and Mrs. Beverly Brushaber, all of Beaverton, Mrs. Dorothy Stuart of Flint, Mrs. Jessie Kintner of Plymouth, and Mrs. Lorraine Elshaw of Euclid, Ohio; 38 grandchildren, 34 great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild.

   Services were held Monday at 2 p.m., at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton, with the Rev. Zina Bennett officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-12/1972 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

BOYD F. ORR (11 NOV 1898 - 28 NOV 1975)

 

Boyd F. Orr, 77, of 3096 S. River Rd., Beaverton, died Friday, November 28, at Rose City following a lengthy illness. Born in Coleman November 11, 1898, he retired form the Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad in 1942 and then operated a grocery store in Coleman for 20 years, moving to Beaverton in 1962. Mr. Orr and the former Catherine Baker were married August 2, 1928, in Coleman, and she survives him.

   Other survivors are a son John of Rose City; and 3 daughters, Mrs. Clyde (Betty) Draves of Sanford, Mrs. Richard (Mary Ann) Forsberg of Clare, and Mrs. Clarence (Luella) Haber of Coleman; 13 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Services were held Mondy at 2 p.m. at O'Laughlin Funeral Home, Coleman, with the Rev. Lyle Reynolds officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 12-03/1975 Column - 6 Page - 2  

 

CATHERINE L. (BAKER) ORR (2 MARCH 1909 - 5 NOV 1992)

 

Catherine L. Orr, 84, of Rose City and formerly of Beaverton, died Thursday, Nov. 5, 1992, at Bortz Heath Care Facility. She was born in Clye, Ohio, March 2, 1908. She and her husband operated Orr's Grocery in Coleman for 20 years and retired in 1962. They then moved to Beaverton and she spent the last few years in Rose City and Florida. The former Catherine Baker, she was married to Boyd Orr on Aug. 2, 1928, in Coleman. He preceded her in death Nov. 28, 1975.

   Surviving are one son, John of Rose City; 3 daughters, Betty Draves of Sanford, Mary Ann Forsberg of Coleman and Mrs. Clarence (Luella) Haber of Lake; one sister, Mildred Bowers of Coleman; 14 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 2 sisters, Goldie Baker and Flora Maxwell and 2 brothers, Walter and Carl Baker. Gladwin County Record dated 11-11/1992 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

HARRIET L. (MCKIMMY) OSBORNE (1 SEP 1926 - 22 SEP 1988)

 

Mrs. Harriet L. Osborne, 62, of 3415 Saiko Rd., Rhodes, died Thursday, Sept. 22, in St. Joseph Hospital, Ann Arbor, after a long illness. Born in Detroit, Sept. 1, 1926, she moved to Beaverton as a child where she was raised and then moved back to Detroit. Mrs. Osborne moved to Rhodes 5 years ago from Taylor. She was a machine operator for Burroughs Corp. in Plymouth, a member of the Wayne Moose Lodge 819, the UAW and the Midland VFW Post 3651. The former Harriet McKimmy, she was married to John Osborne July 4, 1947, in Detroit. He preceded her in death Sept. 22, 1979.

     Surviving are 2 sons, Rick of Wayne and Scott of South Lyon; 3 daughters, Mrs. Steve (Karen) Breece and Joyce Varner of Gladwin and Mrs. Lyn (Merlyn) Barrows of Garden City; 3 brothers, Jack McKimmy of Beaverton, Robert McKimmy of Gladwin and Thomas Spray of Garden City; 2 sisters, Mrs. Shirley Sammons of Westland and Mrs. Beverly Osborne of Wayne; 6 grandchildren and one great grandchild. A sister, Vera Booker, preceded her in death. Services were held Monday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Michael Clark officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-28/1988 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

BABY OWENS (? - 1952)

 

EARL L. OWENS (24 JAN 1918 - 2 OCT 2002)

 

    Earl L. Owens , age 84, of Beaverton, died October 2, 2002 at home after a short illness. He was born January 24, 1918, the son of Clarence and Audrey (Rease) Owens, in North Bradley, Michigan.

Earl was occupied as a pipe fitter at Dow Chemical in Midland, retiring in 1978 after 32 years. He lived in Gladwin County since 1946, and attended Beaverton Church of the Nazarene. On August 24, 1946 he married Mathilda “Tillie” (Jerichow) Owens at North Bradley.

   Surviving him are his wife, Mathilda; his son Laverne (Linda) Owens of Beaverton; his daughters Marilyn Green of Mesa, Arizona, Elaine (Roger) Fruchey of Owatonna, Minnesota, and Yvonne (Stephen) Balakovich, of Coleman; 22 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren; his sister Ardith Marsh of St. Louis, Michigan; and several nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his sons Orville and Darrell Owens; brothers Harold, Dale, Wayne and Delbert Owens; and sisters Lucille Dunbar and Arlene Williams.

   Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Monday, October 7, 2002 at Beaverton Church of the Nazarene. Rev. Mark H. Moore officiated. Burial took place in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Memorial contributions may be made to Beaverton Church of the Nazarene. Arrangements were made by Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 10-09/2002 Column - 5 Page - 2  

 

EDWARD OWENS (1951 - ?)

 

JANICE S. (MATTOON) OWENS (8 JAN 1959 - 29 NOV 1997)

 

Janice S. Owens, 39, of Beaverton, died Saturday, Nov. 29, 1997 at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center-Midland, following a battle with cancer. Born Jan. 8, 1959 in Pontiac, she was the daughter of Harvey an Patricia Haas Mattoon. She lived in Gladwin County most of her life and was a member of St. Anne's Catholic Church in Edenville. Janice married Edward Owens, Aug. 18, 1990 in Edenville.

   Besides her husband she is survived by one stepson, Mark Owens of Beaverton; two stepdaughters, Halie Owens of Phoniex, Ariz., and Karah Owens of Gladwin; her mother, Patricia and husband Stanley Muma of Gladwin; in-laws, Lawrence and Joan Owens of Midland; one brother, Chris Mattoon of Clarkston; six sisters, Pam and husband Keith Shands, Sandy and husband Tom Bushong, Marilyn and husband Josh Reid, Darlene Muma, all of Gladwin, Denise Sherman of Beaverton, and Shelly Mattoon of Clarkston; one granddaughter, Brianna Ellis of Phoniex, Ariz.; and several nieces and nephews.

   Services were held at 11 a.m. today (Wednesday) at St. Anne's Catholic Church in Edenville with Fr. Jim Bessert officiating. A scripture service was held at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Sisson Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Pardee Cancer Treatment Fund. Gladwin County Record dated 12-03/1997 Column - 1 Page - 2  

 

JOAN A. OWENS (31 AUG 1926 - 12 JAN 1999)

 

Joan A. Owens, 72, of Beaverton, died Tuesday, Jan. 12, 1999 in Midland at the home of her son, Rick after a long illness. Born Aug. 31, 1926 in Midland, she lived in Gladwin County from 1956 to 1998 and previously lived in Midland. Joan married Lawrence (Pat) Owens, Aug. 10, 1946 in Midland. She was a homemaker and a member of St. Anne's Catholic Church in Edenville.

   Besides her husband she is survived by four sons, Edward A. and Robert M., both of Beaverton, Rick L. and wife Robyn of Midland, and Hugh P. of Alexandria, Va.; four daughters, Nancy A. Kelly of Midland, Connie and husband Terry Loar, and Sally J. Fisher, all of Beaverton, and Janice K. Owens of Dover, N. H.; one brother, Larry Duel of Nevada; one sister, Dorothy Terrill of Florida; 12 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and special friend, Mary Marshall of Midland.

   Services were held at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Anne's Catholic Church in Edenville with Rev. Father Todd Amberg officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. A Christian wake service was held at 7 p.m. Thursday. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Anne's Catholic Church or MidMichigan Visiting Nurses (Hospice). Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin was in charge of the arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 01-20/1999 Column - 2 Page - 2  

 

LAVERNE OWENS (26 DEC 1947 - 17 JULY 2003)

Laverne Owens , 55, of Beaverton, Michigan passed away July 17 2003 at St. Mary’s Medical Center in Saginaw, Michigan. He was born Dec. 26, 1947 to Earl and Mathilda (Jerichow) Owens in Midland. Laverne retired as an instrument journeyman in 2002 after 26 years of service at Dow Chemical. He was a veteran of U.S. Air Force, having served in Vietnam. He married the former Linda Riggie on June 10, 1971 in Midland, and was a member of Christ Christian Church in Gladwin.

Surviving besides his wife are sons Jonathan (Carrie) Owens of Beaverton, David (Kelly) Owens of Gladwin, Benjamin (Mindie) Owens of Gladwin, Peter Owens of Oklahoma, Michael Owens of Beaverton, and Jesse Owens of Beaverton; daughters Jeanie (Cory) Sellers of Beaverton, Lisa (Wesley) Hibbard of Illinois, Bethany Owens of Beaverton, Sharon Owens of Beaverton, and Sarah Owens of Beaverton; eight grandchildren; mother Mathilda “Tillie” Owens of Beaverton; sisters Marilyn Green of Mesa, Arizona, Elaine (Roger) Fruchey of Owaton, Minnesota, and Yvonne (Stephen) Balakovich of Coleman; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father and two brothers: Orville and Darrel.

Funeral services were held Sunday, July 20, 2003 at Beaverton Baptist Church in Beaverton with Pastors Tim Terhune, Dave Mead and Harold Owens officiating. Burial took place in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery. Visitation was held at the church on Saturday, July 19. Memorial contributions may be made to Voice of the Martyrs. Arrangements were handled by Hall Funeral Home.

LAWRENCE "PAT" OWENS (8 MARCH 1925 - ?)

 

ORVAL D. OWENS (1955 - 1956)

 

PEGGY OWENS (1952 - ?)

 

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EVIA (MIDKIFF) PAGE (1911 - ?)

 

JAMES ELDON PAGE (30 JAN 1943 - 23 AUG 2002)

 

MAX E. PAGE (1913 - 1967)

 

JOHN J. PALKA (24 JAN 1927 - 17 JAN 1988)

 

John J. Palka, 60, of 2298 Dale Rd., Beaverton, died Sunday, Jan. 17, in the Midland Hospital Center after a long illness. Born in Melvindale, Jan. 24, 1927, he came to Gladwin County 14 years ago from Westland. Mr. Palka worked in construction and was a member of the Reinforced Iron Workers Local 426 in Detroit. He retired in 1985 after 32 years. He was a member of St. Anne Catholic Church in Edenville and bowled. Mr. Palka was married to the former Theresa Seres Sept. 6, 1952, in Melvindale.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 sons, Thomas of Midland, Michael of Beaverton and David of Gladwin; 2 daughters, Mrs. Clifford (Judith) Linsenman of Rose City and Mrs. Rick (Deborah) McCulloch of Alden; 3 brothers, Andrew and Walter of Romulus and Joseph of Redford Township; 2 sisters, Mrs. Nellie Dielat of Southgate and Mrs. Betty DeCuyper of Allen Park; and 10 grandchildren. A sister and 3 brothers preceded him in death.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 11 a.m. from St. Anne Catholic Church. The Rev. Father Fred Kawka officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. A Rosary was said Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Gladwin County Record dated 01-20/1988 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

THERESA M. (SERES) PALKA (1931 - ?)

 

EVERETT O. PALMER (26 DEC 1910 - 18 MARCH 1966)

 

RITES HELD FOR EVERETT PALMER

 

   Everett Palmer, 55, of Beaverton, died Friday in Ionia Memorial Hospital following an illness of three months. Services were held Monday at 1:30 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Henry Hall officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Born in Warren County, Ky. on Dec. 26, 1910, he was employed in steel construction work.

   Mr. Palmer was a resident of Gladwin County for 35 years and was a member of F. & A.M. Lodge No. 453. Survivors include, two daughters, Mrs. Mary Freeman, of Midland and Jill Palmer, of Beaverton; one son, Jerry, of Beaverton; one brother, Harvey, of Midland; one sister, Mrs. Virginia Bigger, of Midland; and four grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 03-23/1966 Column - 7 Page - 1  

 

LOIS M. PALMER (1913 - 1985)

 

DELMAR W. PARKER (7 APRIL 1911 - 19 NOV 1997)

 

Delmar W. Parker, 86, of Beaverton, died Wednesday, Nov. 19, 1997 at Tender Care Nursing Home in Midland after a long illness. Born April 7, 1911 in Grout Township, Gladwin County, he was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County. Delmar married the former Irene Fry, March 30, 1933 in Bay City. He had been employed by Robinson Industries in Coleman as a wheel operator, retiring in 1976 after 29 years. He also farmed and was a member of the Farm Bureau. Delmar was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. He helped organize the Beaverton Little League and was active in that organization.

   Besides his wife he is survived by one daughter, Lucille and husband Roger Mudge of Standish; three sons, Donald and wife Sandy of Beaverton, Harold and wife Ruth of Reynoldsburg, Ohio, and Douglas and wife Connie of Midland; one sister, Maude Scoby of Gladwin; 10 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

   Services were held at 1 p.m. Friday at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren with Rev. Kenn Golay officiating. Burial will be in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the Brethren church building fund or B.Y.R.P. Arrangements were in charge of Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Gladwin County Record dated 11-26/1997 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

IRENE I. PARKER (1913 - ?)

 

CLIFFORD C. PARKS (12 MAY 1926 - 17 MAY 1986)

 

Clifford C. Parks, 60, of 420 Knox Rd., Beaverton, died Saturday, May 17, in the Midland Hospital Center after a long illness. Born in DeWitt May 12, 1926, he moved to Gladwin County in 1980 from Lansing. Mr. Parks retired Jan 31, 1980 after 30 years in the paint department for Fisher Body in Lansing. He served in the Army during World War II and was a member of the Gladwin County VFW Post 7303. Mr. Parks and the former Lillian Rounds were married Dec. 16, 1961 in Jackson.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by a step-son, Clifford Dennison of Beaverton; on step-daughter, Mrs. Howard (Bonnie) McKimmy of Beaverton; 2 brothers, Vernon of Leslie and Wayne of Mason; 5 sisters, Mrs. Ruth Maine, Mrs. Viola McCutcheon and Mrs. Dorothy Lee of Lansing, Mrs. Thelma Hicks of Dimondale and Edna Parks of Mason; 7 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

   Services were held Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Dr. John McDowell officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery with graveside military rites by the V.F.W Gladwin County Record dated 05-21/1986 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

LILLIAN E. (ROUNDS) PARKS (25 JUNE 1915 - ?)

 

LYDIA (ROEHRS) PARQUETTE (21 JAN 1899 - ABT. 23 MARCH 1944)

 

SERVICES SUNDAY FOR MRS. PARQUETTE

 

   Funeral services were held for Mrs. Vincent Parquette, 45, at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church Sunday, March 26, at 2 o'clock with Rev. H. F. Brietzke officiating. Lydia Parquette was born in Defiance, Ohio, on January 21, 1899. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Roehrs. In 191 her parents and family came to Beaverton. She was married to Vincent Parquette in the fall of that year, and has resided in Beaverton most of the time since.

   Mrs. Parquette's life was one of many afflictions. She underwent several serious operations which did not bring the desired results, and lingered on with a painful illness for many months. She passed away Thursday, March 23.

   Besides her husband she is survived by her three daughters, Mrs. Mildred Held, of Detroit, and Gloria and LaDena at home; and by two brothers, Carl and Theodore Roehrs, also of Beaverton. Burial was in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-29/1944 Column - 3 Page - 4

 

JENNIE E. PARY (6 AUG 1868 - 20 NOV 1931)

 

PHIL ANDER PARY (14 MARCH 1863 - 14 NOV 1933)

 

JAMES KNOX PATTERSON (1845 - 26 JAN 1922)

 

James Knox Patterson, aged 76, died at St. Mary's hospital, Saginaw, Jan. 26, 1922, after an operation which he came through successfully, but death came unexpectedly. Mr. Patterson had resided in the vicinity of Beaverton since 1908, and was held in high esteem by a large circle of friends. He was born in Seneca county, Ohio, and married Miss Lydia Rhinehart of Sidney, Ohio, June 11, 1876, who survives him, with two daughters and a son; Kate, Mrs. E. C. Reiley, living near Beaverton; Melvina Adell, Mrs. C. A. Barnhart, New Carlisle, Ohio, and Edward Forest Patterson, Denver, Colorado.

   Funeral services were conducted at the church of the Brethren by Elder Wm. Neff. Gladwin County Record dated 02-09/1922 Column -  4 Page - 5  

 

LYDIA (RHINEHART) PATTERSON (10 JUNE 1847 - 30 JAN 1935)

 

MRS. LYDIA PATTERSON

 

   Funeral services were held Friday, February 1, at the Church of the Brethren, south of Beaverton, for Mrs. Lydia Patterson, conducted by Rev. Perry Arnold. Burial was at the Dale cemetery. Mrs. Patterson died January 30 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Kate Rieley, at Beaverton. She was a daughter of Noah and Rebecca Rhinehart, was born in Seneca county, Ohio, June 10, 1847, and was 87 years, 7 months and 20 days old.

   When she was 16 years old the family moved to Shelby county, Ohio. She was married June 11, 1876, to James K. Patterson, who died January 26, 1922. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Della Barnhart of New Carlisle, Penn.; and Mrs. Kate Rieley of Beaverton; one son, Edwin F. Patterson, of Stockton, Cal.; 12 grandchildren, a great grandson, and a sister, Mrs. Amanda Fisher of Sydney, Ohio. Three brothers, preceded her in death, one James Rhinehart was a former resident of Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 02-06/1935 Column - 2 Page - 4  

 

BABY GIRL (DEMPSTER?) PAXTON (1955 - 1955)

 

CLIFTON W. PAXTON (27 JULY 1892 - 1 AUG 1965)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO CLIFTON PAXTON

 

   Services for Clifton W. Paxton, 73, of Beaverton, who died Sunday after a short illness, were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the Dale Methodist Church. Born in Ohio on July 27, 1892, he had lived in Gladwin County for 62 years. He was a retired farmer.

   Mr. Paxton was married to the former Pearl Grant on Nov. 1, 1914, in Beaverton. Besides his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Jane Finucane, of Beaverton; one brother, Dewey, of Clare; two sisters, Mrs. Leona Busick, of Grover Hill, Ohio, and Mrs. Mary Ross, of Beaverton; three grandchildren and one great grandchild. The Rev. Gordon Showers officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-04/1965 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

IDA JANE (SPRINGER) PAXTON (5 DEC 1859 - 13 JULY 1946)

 

SERVICES YESTERDAY FOR MRS. PAXTON

 

   Funeral services were held yesterday for Mrs. Ida Jane Springer Paxton, 86, who passed away Saturday, July 13, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. David Ross, in Beaverton. The services were at 2 p.m. from the Ross home with Rev. Henry Kreulen, of Bay City, officiating and burial was made in Dale cemetery.

   Although Mrs. Paxton had been in ill health for many years and blind for the last 30 years she never complained of her affliction. Her husband preceded her in death February 15, 1940 and she had made her home with Mr. and Mrs. Ross, in Beaverton, for the last seven years. Mrs. Paxton was a member of the Church of Christ.

   She was born December 5, 1859 in Hocking county, Ohio and was married to Joseph Paxton at Logan, Ohio, later living at Grover Hill, Ohio, before moving to Beaverton about 44 years ago.

   Surviving are two daughters and five sons --- Mrs. Mary Ross, of Beaverton; Mrs. Leona Busick, Grover Hill, Ohio; Homer, St. Johns; D. M., Gladwin; C. W., Beaverton; J. Russell and Dewey, both of Clare; one sister, Mrs. Laura Iler, of Lima, Ohio; 31 grandchildren, 45 great grandchildren and six great great grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 07-17/1946 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

LEWIS JOSEPH PAXTON (19 NOV 1857 - 16 FEB 1939)

 

L. J. PAXTON DIES HERE FEB. 16TH

 

   L. J. Paxton passed away at his home Thursday night, February 16, at the age of 82 years, two months, and 28 days. He had been bedfast for 14 months. He was born in Hocking Co., Ohio, and several years later moved to Van Wert, Ohio. He with his family, came to Beaverton thirty-six years ago.

   Services were held at the David Ross home Sunday, February 18, at 2 o'clock with Rev. Henry Kruelen of Bay City officiating. The Rev. and Mrs. Harold Hodgson sang "Lily of the Valley" and "Abide With Me" accompanied by Mrs. D. H. Swengel. The grandsons were active and honorary pall-bearers. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery.

   Surviving are the widow, Ida J. Springer Paxton; five sons, Homer of St. Johns, D. M. of Gladwin, C. W. of Beaverton, Dewey and Russell of Clare; two daughters, Leona Busick of Grover Hill, Ohio, and Mary Ross of Beaverton; 32 grandchildren and 30 great grandchildren.

   Those here from out of town to attend the funeral services were E. F. Paxton and Mr. and Mrs. Herb Price, of Lansing; Mr. and Mrs. L. Crampton and Mrs. H. J. Paxton of St. Johns; Mr. and Mrs. Bert Holland, of Ovid; Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Paxton, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Knight, and Mr. and Mrs. L. Knight, of Flint; Mr. and Mrs. Gaylord Paxton of Coleman; Mr. and Mrs. Meredith Ross, of Keego Harbor; L. J. Ross, of Vicksburg; Leona Busick, of Grover Hill, Ohio; and Al Thompson, of Saginaw. Gladwin County Record dated 02-28/1940 Column - 2 Page - 10  

 

PEARL M. (GRANT) PAXTON (4 SEP 1892 - 22 SEP 1981)

 

Mrs. Pearl M. Paxton, 89, of 145 W. Brown St., Beaverton, died Tuesday, Sept. 22, in the Midland Hospital Center following a short illness. Born in Berrien County on September 4, 1892, she came to Gladwin County as a child. She was a member of the Dale United Methodist Church.

   The former Pearl Grant, she married C. W. Paxton on November 1, 1914, in Beaverton. He preceded her in death on July 7, 1965. Surviving are, one daughter, Mrs. Myrtle Jane Finucane of Beaverton; and 2 grandchildren and several great grandchildren.

   Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Dale United Methodist Church. The Rev. Bruce Hatch officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 09-30/1981 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

RUSSELL JAMES PAXTON (21 JAN 1895 - 21 MARCH 1960)

 

SERVICES THURSDAY FOR RUSSELL PAXTON

 

   Russell J. Paxton, 65, died Monday at his home in Clare County, after an illness of nine months. Mr. Paxton born January 2, 1895, was a WWI veteran. He married the former Miss Abbie Dunham on February 29, 1916, and had lived in Clare County for 23 years.

   Survivors include his widow, Abbie; two sons, James R., of Clare, and Louis, of Clio; one daughter, Mrs. Cleo Hart, of Mt. Morris; two brothers, Clifford, of Beaverton, and Dewey, of Clare; two sisters, Mrs. Leona Busick, of Grover Hill, Ohio, and Mrs. David Ross, of Beaverton; and five grandchildren.

   Services will be held Thursday, March 24, at 2 p.m. at the Dale Methodist Church. The Rev. Verne Summers and Rev. Albert Hager will officiate and burial will be in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated  03-23/1960 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

ELDER, ALVIN T. PENDLETON (28 DEC 1901 - 14 FEB 1974)

 

Elder, Alvin T. Pendleton, 72, of Beaverton, died suddenly Thursday, Feb. 14, at his home. Born in Munger on Dec. 28, 1901, he was a minister for the R.L.D.S. churches in Beaverton, Gladwin and Butman Township. Mr. Pendleton was a mechanic and bus driver for 14 years for the Beaverton Schools and a mechanic for seven years at Roman Motor Sales in Beaverton. He had lived in Gladwin County since 1910. Mr. Pendleton and the former Florence Howe were married in 1920 in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Elwin of Leaclair, Wisc.; two daughters, Mrs. Helen Malle of Los Angles, Calif. and Mrs. Dorothy Pidcock of Linwood; three brothers, Clifford of Clarkston and Willard and Donn of Beaverton; three grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

   Services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton. Elder Marshall McGuire officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-20/1974 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

FLORENCE B. PENDLETON (1902 - 1989)

 

MILDRED L. "MILLIE" (LAKE) PENDLETON (24 MAY 1911 - 12 JUNE 1984)

 

Mildred L. (Millie) Pendleton, 73, of 2142 S. M-18, Gladwin, died suddenly at her home Tuesday, June 12. Born in Beaverton May 24, 1911, she had spent her lifetime here. She retired in May 1976 after 20 years as an aide at the Gladwin Area Hospital, Mrs. Pendleton was a member of the Gladwin R.L.D.S. Church. The former Mildred Lake, she was married to Willard Pendleton on November 9, 1935, in Beaverton.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by one sister, Mrs. Bertha Spencer of Gladwin; and a God-daughter, Mari Meena Nellaiappan of India. Services were held Friday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Elder Harold McAllister officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-20/1984 Column - 3 Page - 2 

 

WILLARD G. PENDLETON (5 JULY 1915 - 9 DEC 1994)

 

Willard G. Pendleton, 79, of Gladwin, died Friday, Dec. 9, 1994 in the Gladwin Nursing Home following a long illness. Born July 5, 1915 in Beaverton, Mr. Pendleton was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County. He was employed by Power House at Dow Corning in Midland and retired in 1977 after 21 years. Mr. Pendleton was an elder at the RLDS Church in Gladwin since 1952.

   He served as county director of blood services for the American Red Cross and was the volunteer coordinator of the Gladwin County Blood Program for many years. In 1990, he received the Gladwin County Citizen of the Year award from the chamber of commerce.

   He married the former Mildred Lake Nov. 9, 1935 in Beaverton and she died June 12, 1984. He then married May Clark Jan. 5, 1985 in Gladwin. Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 step-sons, Fred Clark of Cadillac, Jack Clark of Burton, and Larry Clark of Harrison; and a brother, Donn Pendleton of Beaverton.

   Rites were held Monday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin chapel with Elder Fred Clark officiating. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery, Tobacco Township. Gladwin County Record dated 12-14/1994 Column - 2 Page - 6

 

EARL "DON" PERKINS (16 DEC 1903 - 16 SEP 1988)

 

Earl (Don) Perkins, 84, of 1180 Dale Rd., Beaverton, died Friday, Sept. 16, in the Grand Blanc Convalescent Home after a long illness. Born in Sanford, Dec 16, 1903, he moved to Gladwin County in 1965 from Flint. Mr. Perkins was a foreman for Chevrolet Manufacturing in Flint and retired in 1965 after 40 years. He was a member of the Dale United Methodist Church. Mr. Perkins was married to the former Myrtle Snyder, June 28, 1934 in Beaverton.

     Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 daughters, Mrs. C.L. (Sally) Bergman of Flushing and Mrs. Walter (Jean) of Flint; 2 sisters, Mrs. Mollie Carrigan of Sanford and Mrs. Blanche Miller of Clio; 6 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 3 brothers and 3 sisters.

     Services were held Monday at 1 p.m. from the Dale United Methodist Church. the Rev. Janet Larner officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 09-21/1988 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

MYRTLE B. (SNYDER) PERKINS (12 MARCH 1908 - 3 JUNE 1991)

 

Mrs. Myrtle B. (Snyder) Perkins, 83, of 1180 W. Dale Rd., Beaverton, died Monday, June 3, 1991, in the MidMichigan Regional Medical Center, Midland, after a short illness. Born in Beaverton, March 12, 1908, she lived in Tobacco Township until 1927 and returned to Gladwin County in 1965 when she moved from Flint. She was a member of the Dale United Methodist Church, the United Methodist Women, Dale Ladies Aid and the home extension group. The former Myrtle Snyder, she married Don Perkins on June 28, 1934 in Beaverton. He preceded her in death Sept. 16, 1988.

   She is survived by 2 daughters, Mrs. C. L. (Sally) Bergman of Flushing, and Mrs. Walter (Jean) Engberg of Flint; 6 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Rites will be held Thursday, June 6, at 10 a.m. from the Dale United Methodist Church. The Rev. Janet Larner will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery, Tobacco Township. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 06-05/1991 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

ALMA E. PETERSON (1912 - 1963)

 

EDITH J. (ROSEVEAR) PETERSON (14 AUG 1910 - 24 JAN 1985)

 

Edith J. Peterson, 74, of 330 Lang Rd., Beaverton, died Thursday, Jan. 24, in the Gladwin Nursing Home following a long illness. Born in Rose City Aug. 14, 1910, she spent most of her life in Gladwin County. She retired in 1975 as a registered nurse at the Gladwin Area Hospital. Mrs. Peterson was a member of the Beaverton R.L.D.S. Church. The former Edith Rosevear, she was married to Ralph Peterson Sept. 25, 1932, in Beaverton. He preceded her in death June 23, 1963.

   Surviving are 2 sons, Ray of Beaverton and John of Ypsilanti, one daughter, Mrs. Sharon Dicler of St. Mary's, Ohio, one brother, Ray of Mt. Pleasant, one sister, Mrs. Fern Asch of Beaverton; and 4 grandchildren. Services were held Jan. 27, at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Elder Leon Methner officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-06/1985 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

ELIZABETH MARIE (DASHNER) PETERSON (1896 - 1979)

 

FLORENCE JANE (MATTICE) PETERSON (11 AUG 1875 - 3 JUNE 1962)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO FLORENCE PETERSON

 

   Mrs. Florence Jane Peterson, 86, died Sunday morning at  her home in Tobacco Township after a short illness. The former Florence Jane Mattice was born on August 11, 1875, in Coloma, and was married there to John E. Peterson on April 11, 1895. He preceded her in death on May 27, 1938. They had lived in Gladwin County since 1913.

   Surviving her are three sons, Ralph and Herbert, of Beaverton, and Harold of Flint; four grandchildren and one great grandchild. A daughter, Laura, also preceded her in death. Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Beaverton R.L.D.S. Church with the Elder Harold Keeley officiating. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-06/1962 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

HAROLD J. PETERSON (29 JULY 1904 - 13 JUNE 1979)

 

EX-RESIDENT PASSES

 

   Herbert Peterson received word the past week of the death of his twin brother, Harold, of Mt. Dora, Fla., June 13. He leaves his wife Florence and a daughter Linda. Florence will be remembered here as the former Florence McKimmy. Gladwin County Record dated 06-20/1979 Column - 1 Page - 4 

 

HERBERT R. PETERSON (29 JULY 1904 - 6 APRIL 1987)

 

Herbert R. Peterson, 82, of 2852 Guernsey Rd. Beaverton, died Monday, April 6, in the Clare Nursing Home following a short illness. Born in South Haven July 29, 1904, he came to Gladwin County in 1920. Mr. Peterson operated Peterson Brothers Nursery and served in the Army during World War II. Mr. Peterson and the former Odilene Jones were married Nov. 14, 1947, in Franklin, Ky. She preceded him in death Dec. 23, 1985.

   Surviving are 2 nieces and 2 nephews. Two brothers also preceded him in death. Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel, with Elder Paul Schoun officiating. The body was cremated. Gladwin County Record dated 04-08/1987 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

JOHN E. PETERSON (13 JAN 1858 - 27 MAY 1938)

 

John E. Peterson was born January 13, 1859, in Danville, Illinois, and died May 27, 1938, at the age of 79. The first years of his wife were spent at Danville and then his family moved in a covered wagon to South Haven, Michigan. The new home was in virgin timber, but they were true pioneers and knew all of the prevations and hardships that fall onf such. On April 11, 1895, he married Miss Florence J. Mattice of Coloma, Michigan. To them were born four children, three of whom are still living. Laura May was born October 11, 1896, and died September 11, 1899; Ralph M. was born November 9, 1901 and Harold J. and Herbert R. were born July 29, 1904.

   The family then left South Haven and spent a short time in New Mexico, Illinois, Kalamazoo, Michigan, and Galesburg, Michigan. Leaving Galesburg in the Spring of 1913 they came to Beaverton and have lived here since except for six months in 1920 spent in Hartford, Michigan. Mr. Peterson was an inverate farmer and was happiest when engaged in planting gardens, farm corps and trees, and watching them grow and come to fruit.

   He belonged to no church but was always loyal to his family and friends and tried to bear with those who disagreed. He was buried in Lakeview cemetery in the city of South Haven overlooking that beautiful body of water named after the Commonwealth he loved so well.

   His wife, Florence, and his sons, Ralph an Herbert, live on the farm three miles southeast of Beaverton. Harold, his wife and little daughter live at 645 Piper St., Flint. He leaves one niece, Mrs. May Rich, of South Haven, and a host of friends. Gladwin County Record dated 06-01/1938 Column - 2 Page - 4  

 

ODILENE R. (JONES) PETERSON (1 MARCH 1902 - 23 DEC 1985)

 

Odilene R. Peterson, 83, of 2852 Guernsey Rd., Beaverton, died Monday, Dec. 23, in the Westgate Manor Nursing Home, St. Louis, after a long illness. The former Odilene Jones, she was born March 1, 1902, in Tenessee. She was married to Herbert Peterson in 1972 in Beaverton and he survives. The body was donated to the University of Michigan Medical School. Gladwin County Record dated 01-01/1986 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

RALPH M. PETERSON (9 NOV 1901 - 23 JUNE 1963)

 

RITES HELD FOR RALPH PETERSON

 

   Ralph M. Peterson, 61, of Tobacco Township, died at home Sunday of a self inflicted gunshot wound. He was born on Nov. 9, 1901, in South Haven and came to Gladwin County 43 years ago. He and his brother, Herbert, operated Peterson Brothers Nursery south of Beaverton. On Sept. 25, 1938, he was married to the former Edith Rosevear in Beaverton.

   Survivors include his wife, Edith; two sons, Ray and John, and a daughter, Sharon, all of Beaverton; two brothers, Herbert, of Beaverton, and Harold, of Flint; and one grandchild. Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Beaverton R.L.D.S. Church with Elder Harold Keeley officiating. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-26/1963 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

VICTOR A. PETERSON (4 JAN 1894 - 8 APRIL 1967)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO VICTOR PETERSON

 

   Victor A. Peterson, 73, of Wooden Shoe Village, died Saturday, April 8, following an illness of several months. Born near Stockholm, Sweden, Jan. 4, 1894, Mr. Peterson was a retired machinist coming to Gladwin County four years ago from Saginaw. He and the former Elizabeth Marie Dashner were married in Saginaw Jan. 4, 1917.

   He is survived by his wife; two sons, Warren of Half Moon Bay, Calif., and Robert of Cypress, Calif.; two brothers, Albert of Saginaw and Axel of Hemlock; two sisters, Mrs. Hannah Heidel of Bay City and Mrs. Ida Frenel of Long Beach, Calif.; and two grandchildren.

   Services were held Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. in the Miner Chapel with the Rev. R. J. Lautner of Saginaw officiating. He was a life-member of the F. & A. M. No. 154 of Saginaw. A Masonic memorial service was held Monday evening. Burial was in Dale Cemetery at Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 04-12/1967 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

FRANCES MARY PETRIK (15 MAY 1933 - 6 OCT 1995)

 

FRANCES MARY PETRIK

 

Frances Mary Petrik, 62. Of Beaverton. died Friday, Oct. 6. 1995 at her home following a long Illness. Born May 15, 1933 in Bronx, N.Y., she had been a Gladwin County resident since 1954. Mrs. Petrik was a member of St. Anne's Catholic Church and the American Legion Post 171 Auxiliary. The former Frances Martin married Stephen Petrik Sr. Feb. 14, 1953 in Manchester, England.

 

Besides her husband, she is survived by one son, Stephen Petrik Jr. of Beaverton; 2 daughters.

Eleanor and husband Bill Roehrs, Maureen and husband Wayne Sheets, and Susan Petrik, all of Beaverton; 4 brothers, James Martin of Long Island, N.Y., Thomas Martin of England. Jack Martin and Lawrence Martin; 5 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by a brother, Hugh Martin and a sister, Valerie Green.

 

Services were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday from St. Anne's Catholic Church in Edenville with the Rev. Father James Heller officiating. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery, Tobacco Township. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the Pardee Cancer Center, Midland. Arrangements were handled by the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton chapel. Gladwin County Record dated 10-11/1995 Column – 1 Page – 8.

 

STEPHEN J. PETRIK (29 JAN 1932 - ?)

 

JIMMIE CAM PHILLIPS (25 NOV 1973 - JUNE 1973)

 

Jimmie Cam Phillips, 2 month old son of Mrs. Sue Phillips died Sunday morning at the home of Virgil Fisher of Beaverton. Private services were held Tuesday, February 6th at the Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton with Rev. Carl Briggs officiating. Interment was made in the Dale Cemetery.

   He was born November 25, 1973 at Huntsville, Alabama. His survivors are his mother, Sue Phillips, one sister, Angela Denise, grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. O. Phillips of Mt. Clemens, great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Smith of Huntsville, Alabama and great grandmother Mrs. Mattie Moon of Woodville, Alabama. Gladwin County Record dated 02-07/1973 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

PHYLLIS JANE POPP (3 OCT 1931 - 27 MARCH 1996)

 

PHYLLIS JANE POPP

 

Phyllis Jane Popp, 64, of Beaverton, died Wednesday, March 27, 1996 at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center – Midland following a short illness. Born Oct. 3, 1931 in Pontiac, she resided in Beaverton for the past 6 years since moving from Waterford. Mrs. Popp was employed by Pontiac General Hospital and the Pontiac Area Nursing Home as an LPN until retiring in 1986. The former Phyllis Meyers married Walter F. Popp Nov. 26, 1966 in Union Lake.

 

Besides her husband, she is survived by her mother, Phyllis Meyers; 2 brothers, Ted Meyers of

Summerland Keys, Fla. and Michael Meyers of Houghton Lake; 2 sisters, Rosalie Morenz of Blairsville, Ga. and Marilyn Mitchell of Waterford; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Augustus T. Meyers.

 

Rites were held at 1 p.m. Saturday from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton chapel and the Rev. Roy Glasgow officiated. Gladwin County Record dated 4-3/1996 Column – 4 Page – 2.

 

WALTER F. POPP (22 MARCH 1931 - 15 OCT 1999)

 

Walter F. Popp, 68, of Beaverton, died suddenly Friday, Oct. 15, 1999 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland. Born March 22, 1931 in Heidelberg, Germany, he lived in Gladwin County since 1990 and previously lived in Waterford. Walter married Patricia (Wolfgram) July 18, 1998 in Beaverton. His first wife, Phyllis, preceded him in death in 1996. He was a factory worker for General Motors in Pontiac, retiring in 1987 after 18 years. He was a member of the Dale United Methodist Church in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife he is survived by one sister, Doris and husband Jobst Rottmann of Germany; one niece, Betty Lou and husband Roger McNeil of Waterford; one great nephew, Chad Kuhl; three stepsons, Dale Carll of New York, David and wife Jeannine Carll of Vasser, and Chuck and wife Abbi McNett of Midland; two stepdaughters, Robin and husband Larry Cline of Vasser, and Paula McNett of Auburn; one granddaughter; seven grandsons; mother and father-in-law, Anna and Donald Wolfgram Sr. of Deland, Fla., and one nephew, JoJo Rottman.

   He was preceded in death by his stepparents, Emma and Benarda Eheriser; and one stepsister, Betty Green. Services were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 19 at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel with Rev. David Stewart officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Dale United Methodist Church building fund. Gladwin County Record dated 11-10/1999 Column - 1 Page - 2  

 

AARON LYLE PRATT (1 AUG 1975 - 7 NOV 1993)

 

Aaron Lyle Pratt, 18, of Davie, Fla. and formerly of Gladwin, died suddenly Sunday, Nov. 7, 1993, in an automobile accident in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. He was born in Midland on Aug. 1, 1975, and attended Gladwin schools until moving to Florida 3 years ago. He was a senior in high school.

   Surviving are his parents, David and Teri (McDaniel) Pratt of Davie, Fla.; one brother, Joe of Davie; one sister, Angela of Davie; and his grandparents, Lyle and Betty McDaniel of Beaverton and Daisy Pratt of Gladwin.

   Services are incomplete and in charge of the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Gladwin County Record dated 11-10/1993 Column - 4 Page - 1  

 

DAISY G. PRATT (1926 - ?)

 

EDWARD G. PRATT (13 MARCH 1921 - 9 JUNE 1976)

 

Edward G Pratt, 55, of 1709 S. M-18, Gladwin, was pronounced dead on arrival at the Gladwin Area Hospital Wednesday, June 9, after suffering a heart attack following a short illness. Born in West Virginia on March 13, 1921, he came to Gladwin County 19 years ago from Newaygo. Mr. Pratt was employed as a repairman for the Sun Oil Company. He was a World War II veteran and a member of the Gladwin County Veterans of Foreign War Post 7303. He was married to the former Daisy Parker in Alma, W. Va., on November 17, 1941.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Michael (Carolyn) Haines of Mt. Morris and Trudy of Gladwin; six sons, Ronald of Flint, Douglass of St. Helen, Stephen of Beaverton, and Terry, David and Bruce, all of Gladwin; three brothers, Jack and Carl of West Virginia, and Orville of Ohio; three sisters, Mary Alske and Nelta Hal of Ohio and Garnet Strong of Evart; and 13 grandchildren.

   Services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin. The Rev. Winston Decker officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-16/1976 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

JOSEPH EDWARD PRATT (21 NOV 1976 - 3 OCT 1996)

 

Joseph Edward Pratt, 19, of Davie, Fla., died Thursday, Oct. 3, 1996 after he was struck by lightning on the Broward Community College campus. Born Nov. 21, 1976 in Midland, he resided in Davie for the past 6 years since moving from Gladwin. Mr. Pratt was a student at Broward Community College in Davie, Fla. He worked at Ekerd Photo Lab and enjoyed playing music and spending time with his friends.

   Surviving are his parents, David K. and Teri D. Pratt of Davie, Fla.; one sister, Angela Perez of Pembrook, Fla.; his grandmother, Daisy Pratt of Gladwin; and his grandparents, Lyle and Betty McDaniel of Beaverton. He was preceded in death by a brother, Aaron Lyle Pratt Nov. 7, 1993.

   Rites were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin chapel. The Rev. David Sprang officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery, Tobacco Township. Gladwin County Record dated 10-09/1996 Column - 2 Page - 7  

 

ELEANOR DEAN (SMITH) PRIEST (14 APRIL 1912 - 11 APRIL 1930)

 

Mrs. Carl C. Priest died April 11, 1930, at the University hospital, Ann Arbor, where she had been taken April 10. Eleanor Dean Smith, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry T. Smith of Tobacco township, was born April 14, 1912, at Scottville, Michigan, and came to this county with her parents in 1922. She was married June 7, 1928 to Carl C. Priest at Beaverton. One son, Charles Carl, 24 days old, died March 25.

   Services were held at the Dale church April 14, conducted by Elder George W. Burt. Four uncles, Joseph Rhinebolt, Charles F. Smith, Walter Lange and William Kieler acted as pall bearers. Burial took place at Dale Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, her parents, two sisters, three brothers and two grandparents. Gladwin County Record dated 04-17/1930 Column - 5 Page - 5

 

WILLIAM H. PROVOAST (19 MAY 1880 - 15 AUG 1898)

 

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ALVA QUILLET (16 AUG 1877 - 13 JAN 1954)

 

SERVICES SUNDAY FOR ALVA QUELET

 

   Alva Quelet, 76, passed away suddenly this morning at his home in Tobacco township. Funeral services will be held on Sunday afternoon from the Beaverton Church of the Brethren at 2:30 o'clock, following a prayer service at the home at 2. The Rev. Ernest Jehnsen, pastor of the church, will officiate and burial will be made in the Dale cemetery. Friends may call at the Miner Funeral Home until 4 p.m. on Thursday and after that at the home on Dale road.

   Mr. Quelet was born in Archibald, Ohio, on August 16, 1877. He moved from there to his farm in Beaverton 53 years ago. On May 13, 1906, he was married to Miss Laura Bergman in Beaverton. Surviving are his wife, Laura; four daughters, Mrs. Lela Rau and Mrs. Ola Shaw, of Gladwin, Mrs. Fay Brown of Beaverton and Mrs. Naomi Mishler of Decatur, Indiana, two brothers, Elmer Quelet of Saginaw and Harley Quelet of Beaverton; also 13 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 01-13/1954 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

BABY MAE QUILLET (? - 31 MAY 1907)

 

BERTHA MAY (SEWARD) QUILLET (24 AUG 1878 - 28 OCT 1961)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO MRS. QUELLETTE

 

   Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren for Mrs. Bertha May Quellette, 83, who died Saturday at the Kings Daughters Home in Midland after an illness of two years. The Rev. Randall Roose officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Born on August 24, 1878, in Fulton County, Ohio, she was married to Elmer L. Quellette on Dec. 2, 1896 in Lyons, Ohio. He preceded her in death in December, 1956.

   Survivors include three sons, Harvey of Portland, Lyle and Lloyd, of Saginaw; six daughters, Mrs. Laverne Staley of Saginaw, Mrs. Ida Young of Traverse City, Mrs. Alma Butscher of Albuquerque, N.M., Mrs. Fern Cruickshank of Gladwin, Mrs. Muriel Penney of Appleton, Wis., and Mrs. Nora Rogers of Midland; a sister, Mrs. Lucy Onweller, of Beaverton; 21 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 11-01/1961 Column - 1 Page - 1

 

ELIZABETH (AUGUSTINE) QUILLET (8 JAN 1855 - 25 JUNE 1939)

 

 MRS. ELIZABETH QUELET DIES HERE ON SUNDAY

 

   Elizabeth Quelet, the youngest daughter of Joseph and Anna Augustine, was born January 8, 1855 in Senaca County, Ohio and departed this life at the age of 84 on June 25 at the home of her son Alva, where she has made her home the past three years. In her youth she became a member of the United Brethren. After moving to Michigan she became, a member of the Church of the Brethren. She was united in marriage to Henry Quelet on Feb. 22, 1874. He preceded her in death eleven years ago. Both departed this life on the same day of the week, Sunday.

   Three sons were born to them: Elmer of Hale; Alva and Harley of Beaverton. The family moved to Gladwin county about 42 years ago. Surviving are her three sons, 17 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, one brother, Joseph Augustine, West Unity, Ohio and many friends. Services were held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. at the home and 2 p.m. at the Dale Church. Burial was at the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated  06-28/1939 Column - 1 Page - 4

 

ELMER LEONARD QUILLET (12 FEB 1874 - 6 NOV 1956)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO ELMER QUELLETTE

 

   Elmer L. Quellette, 82, died at his home in Gladwin on November 6, after an illness of one year. He was born in Williams County, Ohio on February 12, 1874, the son of Henry and Elizabeth Quellette. Mr. Quellette came to Beaverton in 1897 and lived there until 1919, when he moved to Carrollton near Saginaw. He had lived in Gladwin for the past three months. 

   He was a member of the Church of the Brethren and a former road commissioner of Gladwin County. On December 2, 1896, he was married to Bertha Seward, who survives him with three sons, and six daughters. They are Harvey of Portland, Oregon, Lloyd and Lyle of Saginaw, Mrs. Laverne Staley of Saginaw, Mrs. Ida Young of Birmingham, Mrs. Nora Rogers of Sanford, Mrs. Muriel Penney of Midland, Mrs. Alma Spacek of Albuquerque, N. M. and Mrs. Fern Cruickshan of Gladwin. Also surviving are a brother, Harley of Beaverton; 21 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

   Funeral services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home and at 2:30 p.m. at the Brethren Church. Officiating clergyman will be the Rev. Earl Atkinson. Interment will be in Dale Cemetery with the grandsons acting as pallbearers. Gladwin County Record dated 11-07/1956 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

HARRY QUILLET (1898 - 1898)

 

HARLAND SWANTON QUILLET (25 JAN 1916 - 6 JAN 1961)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO HARLAN QUILLET

 

   Harlan Swanton Quillet, 43, died Friday at his home on East Dale Rd., Beaverton, following an illness of four years. A lifetime resident of Gladwin County, he was born in Tobacco Township on Jan. 25, 1917 and on April 27, 1941, was married to the former Miss Martha Boos in Beaverton. Before his illness he was a laboratory technician with the Dow Chemical Company.

   Surviving are his wife, Martha; a son, Harley; and a daughter, Ruth Ann, at home; his father and step-mother, Mr. and Mrs. Harley Quillet, of Beaverton; and two sisters, Mrs. Irene Walters, and Mrs. Mary Leuenberger, of Beaverton.

   Funeral services were held Monday at 2 p.m. at the Dale Methodist Church with the Rev. Gordon Showers officiating. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-11/1961 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

HARLEY QUILLET (7 NOV 1882 - 19 AUG 1966)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO HARLEY QUILLET

 

   Harley Quillet, 83, of Beaverton, died Friday, Aug. 19, following an illness of three weeks. Mr. Quillet, a retired farmer, had been a resident of Gladwin County for the past 69 years. Born Nov. 7, 1882, in Stryker, Ohio, he was the son of Henry and Elizabeth Quillet. He was married to Mrs. Maude A. Miller in Beaverton Nov. 17, 1957.

   Survivors are his wife, Maude; two daughters, Mrs. Chris Leuenberger and Mrs. Harold Walters, of Beaverton; two step-daughters, Mrs. John Jardis of Midland and Mrs. William Snider of Gaylord; six grandchildren and two great grandchildren. A son, Harland, preceded him in death.

   Services were held at the Dale Methodist Church Aug. 22 at 2:00 p.m. The Rev. Lee Long and the Rev. F. E. Voller officiated and interment was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-24/1966 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

HENRY QUILLET (MAR 1851 - 23 DEC 1928)

 

JOSEPH DANIEL QUILLET (AUG 1899 - 15 AUG 1915)

 

DROWNED IN RIVER

 

JOSEPH QUELLET, 16 YEARS OLD MEETS DEATH WHILE IN SWIMMING SUNDAY.

 

TOBACCO DAM SCENE OF SAD FATALITY -- WAS BRIGHT AND PROMISING BOY.

 

   Joseph Daniel Quellett, the 16 year old son of Elmer and Bertha Quellett, of Tobacco, accidently drowned while in bathing Sunday morning, Aug. 15. Joseph had visited the night before Walter and Wesley Raymond, staying with them, and had gone with them to the Tobacco dam to go in bathing and there lost his life. He was in the water over two hours. Dr. Pierce was called and with the entire neighborhood used every known means to save the boy but without avail.

   He was a good swimmer, but evidently was taken with cramps. He called for help, but the other boys were unable to rescue him.   Joseph was the eldest of eight children, and leaves father, mother and seven brothers and sisters. He was a boy of good disposition, very promising in school, and will be greatly missed. He passed the eighth grade examination last May, and was intending to commence school, next month in the Beaverton high school.

   Funeral Wednesday at the home and interment in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-19/1915 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

LAURA ELLEN (BERGMAN) QUILLET (23 JULY 1885 - 5 MARCH 1968)

 

SERVICES FOR MRS. QUELET FRIDAY

 

   Mrs. Laura Ellen Quelet, 82, of Tobacco Township, died Tuesday forenoon, March 5, at Saginaw General Hospital, following an illness of several months. Laura Ellen Bergman was born July 23, 1885, in Hancock County, Ohio, and had been a resident of Gladwin County for 70 years, coming here in 1898. She and Alva Quelet were married in Beaverton May 13, 1906, and he passed away Jan. 13, 1954. Mrs. Quelet was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. She was treasurer and secretary of the women's work.

   Surviving are four daughters, Mrs. George Rau (Lela), and Mrs. Ola Shaw, both of Gladwin, Mrs. Oscar Brown (Fay) of Beaverton, and Mrs. John Mishler (Naomi) of Huntington, Ind.; a sister, Mrs. Nora Mishler, of Coleman; and two brothers, Ralph Bergman of Coleman and Lawrence Bergman of Beaverton; 15 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. Two daughters preceded her in death.

   Services will be held Friday at 1:00 p.m. at the Church of the Brethren and interment will be in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-06/1968 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

MARK A. QUILLET (29 APRIL 1961 - 13 JULY 1984)

 

Mark A. Quillet, 23, of 524 Quillet Dr., Beaverton, died Saturday, July 14, of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was born in Lansing on April 29, 1961, and spent his lifetime in Gladwin County. He was employed by Carry Aluminum Siding.

   Surviving are his wife, Denise; one daughter, Brandy, at home; his parents, Harley and Lorna Quillet of Beaverton; and his grandmother, Mrs. Martha Longstreth of Beaverton. Services were held Monday at 3 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel with the Rev. Bruce Hatch officiating. The body was cremated. Gladwin County Record dated 07-18/1984 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

MAUDE A. (MILLER) QUILLET (26 MAY 1889 - 14 APRIL 1972)

 

Mrs. Maude (Miller) Quillet, 82, of Beaverton, died Friday, April 14, at a Mildand nursing home, following a long illness. Born in Tinney, Ohio, May 26, 1889, the former Miss Maude Miller had been a resident of Gladwin County for 62 years, coming here in 1910. She was married to William A. Miller January 30, 1906, and they made their home in the county until his death April 23, 1954. Mrs. Miller and Harley Quillet were married November 17, 1957, and he also preceded her in death on August 19, 1966.

   Mrs. Miller was authoress of a column, "Maude Miller Says," that appeared in The Record a number of years ago and was widely read. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Evelyn Snide of Indian River, and Mrs. Eleanor Burditt of Midland; two step-daughters, Mrs. Irene Walters and Mrs. Mary Leuenberger, both of Beaverton; a brother, Ralph Miller of Mt. Pleasant; one sister, Mrs. Fern Deming of Flint; two grandchildren. Services were held Monday at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton, with the Rev. F. E. Voller officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-19/1972 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

MILDRED AMELIA (SWANTON) QUILLET (21 SEP 1885 - 17 OCT 1954)

 

LONG ILLNESS TAKE MRS. QUILLETT

 

   Funeral services were conducted Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. from the Dale Methodist Church for Mrs. Harley Quillett, 69, a life long resident of Gladwin county. The former Mildred Swanton, daughter of the late John C. and Mary Swanton, she was born September 21, 1885 at Edenville. On August 1, 1906 she was married to Harley Quillett. Mrs. Quillett had been an invalid for the past 11 years.

   Her survivors include her husband, Harley; two daughters, Mrs. Chris Leuenberger and Mrs. Harold Walters; one son, Harland, all of Beaverton; four grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Shirley Brown of Beaverton; and two brothers, Hazen of Beaverton and Bradford of Bay City.

   Mrs. Quillett passed away Sunday morning at her home in Tobacco township. The Rev. Larry Grubaugh, pastor of the Beaverton-Dale Methodist churches, officiated at the services and burial was made in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-20/1954 Column - 1 Page - 1

 

NORMA QUILLET (JUNE 1928 - 14 JAN 1930)

 

Norma Quillet, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alva Quillet of Dale, died Jan. 14 of pneumonia. Gladwin County Record dated 01-23/1930 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

Note: {Quelet also spelled Quellet, Quellete, Quillet or Quillette in Obituary Book listing}.      

 

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ALFRED A. RADTKE (23 JULY 1906 - 17 MARCH 1984)

 

Alfred A. Radtke, 77, of 115 S. Antler St., Gladwin, died Saturday, March 17, in the Midland Hospital Center following a long illness. Born in Manhattan, N.Y., on July 23, 1906, he was employed by Excello Corp. He was a member of the Beaverton Church of The Brethren and the Hay Senior Citizen's Club. Mr. Radtke was married to Ethel Campbell on February 9, 1980, in Gladwin.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Barry (Catherine) Nickolitch of Lake City; 3 sons, John of New York, Lawrence and Bruce of Midland; and 2 grandsons. Services were held Monday at 1 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Mark Moore officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-21/1984 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

RUTH M. (RILEY) RADTKE (8 SEP 1924 - 4 APRIL 1977)

 

Mrs. Ruth M. Radtke, 52, of 130 W. Maple St., Gladwin, died Monday, April 4, in Traverse City following a long illness. Born in Tobacco Township on September 8, 1924, she moved back to Gladwin County in 1968 from Detroit. The former Ruth Riley, she was married to Alfred A. Radtke on April 5, 1947, in Chicago, Ill.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by 2 sons, Lawrence and Bruce, both of Midland; 2 brothers, John of Beaverton and George of Lake City; and one sister, Mrs. Velma Coon of Washington, D.C. Services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Mark Moore will officiated and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-06/1977 Column - 6 Page - 2  

 

GLADYS LEONA RANDLE (1932 - ?)

 

NORMAN W. RANDLE (1925 - 1980)

 

FREDERICK JAMES RANES (19 MARCH 1918 - 22 MAY 1988)

 

Frederick James Ranes, 70, of 1775 S. M-18, Gladwin, died Sunday, May 22, in the Standish Community Hospital after a short illness. Born in Beaverton, March 19, 1918, he had spent his lifetime in Gladwin County. Mr. Ranes was retired from Woods Saw Mill. He served in the Army during World War II.

   Surviving are 2 daughters, Velma Bills of Nashua, N.H. and Karen Reed of Salem, N. H.; one son, James of Utah; 5 brothers, Arthur of Arizona, Lawrence, Ralph, Evert and Keith of Beaverton; 3 sisters, Leola Hathaway of Midland, Doris Gilmour of Sanford and Zelma Ranes of Beaverton; and 3 grandchildren.

   Services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Mark Moore will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Visitation is after 4 p.m. today, Wednesday. Gladwin County Record dated 05-25/1988 Column - 2 Page - 2

 

RALPH D. RANES (13 JAN 1934 - 16 JUNE 1989)

 

Ralph D. Ranes, 55, of 2810 W. Knox Rd., Beaverton, died suddenly Friday, June 16, 1989 in the Gladwin Area Hospital. Born in Beaverton, Jan. 13, 1934, he had spent his lifetime in Gladwin County. Mr. Ranes was retired from construction work.

   Surviving are 2 sons. Gary of Meredith and Byron of Sanford; 3 daughters, Mrs. Ron (Sandy) Cummins, Dawn and Carol Ranes of Beaverton; his mother, Mrs. Lillie Ranes of Beaverton; 3 brothers, Arthur of Arizona, Evert and Keith of Beaverton and Lawrence; 3 sisters, Mrs. Leola Hathaway of Midland, Mrs. Doris Gilmour of Sanford and Zelma Ranes of Beaverton; and 8 grandchildren.

   Services were held Monday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Mark Moore officiated and burial was in the Beaverton Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-21/1989 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

ALICE E. (LINDOWER) RAU (10 JAN 1867 - 10 DEC 1957)

 

MRS. RAU SUCCUMBS AFTER LONG ILLNESS

 

   Mrs. Alice E. Rau, 90, of Beaverton, died on Tuesday, Dec. 10, after an illness of many years. She was born on Jan. 10, 1867, in Wood County, Ohio, and had lived in Gladwin county 46 years. The former Miss Alice E. Lindower was married to Henry Rau on Feb. 11, 1893, in Carey, Ohio. They would have celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary in February.

   Surviving are her husband, Henry, of Beaverton; two sons, George H., of Gladwin, and Earl E., of Beaverton; six daughters, Elma, Mrs. Clarence Carpenter and Mrs. Grace M. Ward, of Beaverton, Mrs. Perley L. Arnold, of Albion, Mrs. Ray Lamphierd and Mrs. Pearl Ward, of Midland; one sister, Mrs. C. A. Chambers, of Findlay, Ohio; two brothers, F. B. Lindower, of Uniontown, Ohio, and S. Earl Lindower, of Toledo.

   Funeral services will be on Friday, Dec. 13, with a prayer service at 12:30 at home and at the Church of the Brethren at 2 p.m. Rev. Carl Hilbert and Rev. Arthur Whisler will officiate. Burial will be in Dale cemetery. Friends may call at the Rau home from 4 p.m. Wednesday until 12 o'clock Friday and from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the Church of the Brethren. Gladwin County Record dated 12-11/1957 Column - 5 Page - 1  

 

BABY RAU (? - 1938) 

 

EARL E. RAU (23 MARCH 1901 - 22 DEC 1972)

 

Earl E. Rau, 71, of Wooden Shoe Village, died suddenly Friday, Dec. 22, in the Gladwin Area Hospital. Born in Continental, Ohio, on March 23, 1901, he came to Gladwin County in 1912. Mr. Rau farmed in Tobacco and Buckeye Townships until retiring in 1963. He was re-elected as county commissioner from District 1 in the November election. Mr. Rau served as a Federal Land Bank director from 1946 to 1968 and was a member of the Farm Bureau and was first Farm Bureau insurance representive for Gladwin County. He was also a member of the Hay Senior Citizens Club and the Beaverton Church of The Brethren. Mr. Rau and the former Nellie Rupp were married on Oct. 11, 1930, in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Jerry of Sanford; one daughter, Mrs. Winifred Dugan of Beaverton; five sisters, Mrs. Grace Ward and Miss Elma Rau of Beaverton, Mrs. Vida Arnold of Lakeland, Fla., Mrs. Faye Landphierd of Midladn, and Mrs. Pearl Ward of Coleman; one brother, George of Gladwin; and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, James, on Sept. 8, 1969, and a sister, Mrs. Mary Carpenter in 1968.

   Services were held Sunday, Dec. 24, at 2 p.m. from the Beaverton Church of The Brethren. the Rev. Henry List officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 12-27/1972 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

ELMA R. RAU (13 SEP 1896 - 22 SEP 1986)

 

Elma R. Rau, 90, of 3870 Pratt Lake Rd., Gladwin, and formerly of Beaverton, died Monday, Sept. 22, in the Gladwin Nursing Home after a long illness. Born in Putman County, Ohio, Sept. 13, 1896, she came to Gladwin County in March 1912. Miss Rau was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. She attended Bethany Bible School in Chicago and in November 1930 was licensed to the Christian ministry by her home church. Miss Rau spent many years in evangelistic work and Christian education conducting Vacation Bible Schools in Michigan, and Indiana. She was also the Beaverton correspondent for the Gladwin County Record for many years.

   Surviving are 4 sisters, Grace Ward of Gladwin, Vida Arnold of Holland, Fay Lamphierd of Grand Rapids and Alice Ward fo Midland. She was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Earl and George, and a sister, Mary. Services willl be held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Michael Clark will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements are in charge of the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 09-24/1986 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

GEORGE H. RAU (8 APRIL 1905 - 5 FEB 1986)

 

George H. Rau, 80, of 215 S. Antler St., Gladwin, died Wednesday, Feb. 5, in the Gladwin Nursing Home after a long illness. Born in South Whitley, Ind. April 8, 1905, he had spent his lifetime in Gladwin County. Mr. Rau was a sales clerk, farmed and was a lay minister. He was a member of the Skeels Baptist Church. Mr. Rau and the former Lela Quellette were married Aug. 26, 1928, in Beaverton. She died Nov. 16, 1971. He then married Alma Reinhardt June 19, 1973, in Gladwin.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Allen of Gladwin and Lynn of Beaverton; 2 daughters, Mrs. Bud (Ruth) Campbell of Gladwin and Mrs. Dennis (Gloria) DeGuise of Midland; 10 stepchildren, Nora Heath of Chesaning, Ruby Briggs of Swartz Creek, James and Fred Buzzell of Beaverton, Susie Bilow of Standish, Florence Burgess of Gladwin, Francis Buzzell of Algin, Ill., Alice Taylor of Rockford, Robert Council of Grand Rapids and Bill Council of Flint; 5 sisters, Grace Ward and Elma Rau of Gladwin, Vida Arnold of Holland, Fay Lamphier of Grand Rapids and Alice Ward of Midland; 13 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. A brother and a sister preceded him in death.

   Services were held Saturday at 11 a.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Jerry Locher officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-12/1986 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

HENRY A. RAU (25 DEC 1868 - 26 JUNE 1962)

 

HENRY RAU, 92 PASSES MONDAY

 

   Funeral services were held today (Wednesday) at 2 p.m. at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren for Henry A. Rau, 92, who died Monday at his home in Beaverton after an illness of several months. The Rev. Arthur Whisler officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery.

   A retired farmer, he was born on Dec. 25, 1869, in Hancock, Ohio, and came to Gladwin County in March, 1912. He was married to the former Alice Lindower on Feb. 11, 1892. She preceded him in death on Dec. 10, 1957. Mr. Rau was a member of the Church of the Brethren where he served as Senior Deacon.

   Surviving are two sons, Earl, of Beaverton, and George, of Gladwin; six daughters, Mrs. Grace Ward, Mrs. Clarence Carpenter, and Miss Elma Rau, of Beaverton, Mrs. Carlton Lanphierd and Mrs. Ralph Ward, of Midland, and Mrs. Vida Arnold, of Albion; 15 grandchildren and 33 great grandchildren. Gladwin County Recod dated 06-27/1962 Column - 3 Page - 1 

 

JAMES E. RAU (10 OCT 1933 - 8 SEP 1969)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO JAMES RAU, 35

 

   James E. Rau, 35, of Tobacco Township, died Monday, Sept. 8, in the Midland Hospital after an illness of several months. Born in Beaverton on Oct. 10, 1933, he was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County. Mr. Rau was a farmer and also served two years in the Army in Korea. He was a member of the Beavertn Church of the Brethren, Gladwin County Farm Bureau and former member of the Gladwin ASC Committee. He was married to the former Viola Robertson on August 8, 1964, at Gladwin.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Rau, of Gladwin; a stepson, Cal D. Robertson, at home; one stepdaughter, Deborah L. Robertson, at home; one brother, Jerry, of Sanford; and a sister, Mrs. Winifred Dugan, of Beaverton. Services were held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. from the Brethren. The Rev. Henry List and the Rev. Arthur Whisler officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. The Miner-Mathews Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 09-10/1969 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

LELA E. (QUILLET) RAU (11 JUNE 1908 - 16 NOV 1971)

 

Mrs. Lela E. Rau, 63, of Gladwin, died Tuesday, Nov. 16, in the Midland Hospital after an illness of six weeks. Born in Tobacco Township on June 11, 1908, she had lived in Gladwin County all her life. The former Lela Quelet, she was married to George Rau on August 26, 1928, in Beaverton. He is pastor of the Secord Baptist Church.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Ruth Marie Campbell, of Gladwin and Mrs. Gloria DeGuise, of Midland; two sons, Allan, of Gladwin and Frank, of Norfolk, Va.; three sisters, Mrs. Ola Shaw, of Gladwin, Mrs. Fay Brown, of Beaverton and Mrs. John Mishler, of Peru, Ind.; and 13 grandchildren. One son, Leonard, preceded his mother in death on June 7, 1929.

   Services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Carl Briggs and the Rev. Winston Decker will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the Gideons. Gladwin County Record dated 11-17/1971 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

LEONARD ALVA RAU (? - 7 JUNE 1929) 

 

NELLIE G. (RUPP) RAU (18 OCT 1906 - 3 MARCH 1980)

 

Nellie G. Rau, 73, former Beaverton resident, died Monday, March 3, in the Gladwin Nursing Home. Born in Defiance County, Ohio, on October 18, 1906, she came to Gladwin County with her parents as a child. She grew up in the Dale community and taught school there. In 1964 she moved to the Wooden Shoe Village and then to Naubinway where she lived from 1974 to 1976. The former Nellie Rupp, she was married to Earl Rau on October 11, 1930, in Beaverton. He preceded her in death on December 12, 1972.

   Surviving are one son, Jerry of Naubinway; one sister, Mrs. Mildred Pettit of Rhodes; and 3 grandchildren. A son, James, died on September 8, 1969.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1:30 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home the Rev. Henry List officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Recod dated 03-05/1980 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

BUD E. RAWLINGS (1887 - 15 DEC 1931)

 

Bud Rawlings, who lived in Grout township, died at the University hospital at Ann Arbor Tuesday morning. He had suffered an operation for tumor on the brain early in the summer and had gone to the hospital for treatment for a relapse of the trouble. His widow and daughter Donna survive him. Gladwin County Record dated 12-17/1931 Column - 2 Page - 1   

 

DORA EDITH (TSCHUPP) RAY (28 MARCH 1901 - 12 APRIL 1993)

 

Dora Edith Ray, 92, of Midland, died Monday, April 12, 1993, in the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Midland. She was born in Elkhart County, Ind., March 28, 1901, and moved to Beaverton with her parents at age 13. She was an active member of the Church of the Brethren in Midland where she taught Sunday School classes and worked in the ladies aid. She also served as deaconess for many years. The former Dora Tschupp, she was married to Harry Ray on July 17, 1917, in Gladwin. He preceded her in death in 1974.

   Surviving are, 3 sons, Wilbur of Midland, Roland of Denver, Colo. and the Rev. Everett of Hastings; 24 grandchildren; 30 great grandchildren and 6 great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 3 sons, Virgil, Russell and Willis and by a grandson, Warren, in 1992.

   Rites were held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Midland Church of the Brethren. Pastor Rich Sivo officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. Memorials may be made to the church. Gladwin County Record dated 04-21/1993 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

HARRY RUSSELL RAY (7 JAN 1894 - 13 NOV 1974)

 

Harry Russell Ray, 80, of 3615 Ashman Midland, a former Beaverton resident, died Wednesday, November 13, in Midland following a long illness. He was born in Paulding County, Ohio, January 7, 1894, and had lived in Beaverton from 1900 to 1925, before moving to Midland. A farmer most of his life, he was also employed at Dow Chemical Company for 17 years. Mr. Ray and Dora Edith Tschupp were married July 17 1917 in Beaverton. He was a member of the Church of the Brethren.

   Surviving are his wife Dora of Midland; 3 sons; 24 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. Services were held Saturday at Ware-Smith Funeral Home, Midland, and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-20/1974 Column - 4 Page - 4  

 

JAMES R. RAY (1842 - 16 MARCH 1926)

 

James Ray died March 16 at his home in Tobacco township, aged 83 years, 11 months and 3 days. He was born in Ohio and came to Gladwin county 28 years ago, and during that time cleared many acres in Tobacco and Buckeye townships. He leaves wife and six children, Harry of Midland, Mrs. Dan Robison of Saginaw, Edward, Mrs. Claud Smith, Mrs. Gar Freeman and Mrs. Logan Ackley of Beaverton.

   Funeral at Dale church with burial in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-01/1926 Column - 3 Page - 4  

 

REBECCA (REINHARDT) RAY (28 MARCH 1854 - 13 DEC 1927)

 

Rebecca Ray was born at Brier, Virginia, March 28, 1854, and departed this life Dec. 13, 1927, aged 73 years, 8 months and 15 days. When but two years old she was left an orphan, and at the age of 10 years she moved from Virginia to Ohio. When 18 years of age she united with the Baptist church of which she remained a member until her death. At the age of 19 years she was married to James Ray. To this happy union were born 10 children, six of whom survive. Four preceded her in death.

   Twenty-nine years ago with her family she moved from Ohio to Beaverton, Michigan, where they have resided since. Her husband departed this life March 16, 1926. Since that time she has made her home with her children.

   Surviving are Mrs. Logan Ackley, Mrs. Claud Smith, Mrs. Garfield Freeman, and Ed Ray of Beaverton; Mrs. Daniel Robinson of Saginaw and Harry Ray of Midland, 26 grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

   Funeral services were held at the Church of the Brethren, Friday, Dec. 16, at 2 o'clock. Rev. Perry R. Hoover officiated and the music was furnished by singers from the church. Interment in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-22/1927 Column - 3 Page - 4

 

VIRGIL RAY (1924 - 1928)

 

ALBERT A. RAYMOND (30 SEP 1869 - 15 DEC 1925)

 

Albert A. Raymond was born in Fulton county, Ohio, September 30, 1869, and departed this life December 15, 1925, aged 56 years, 2 months and 15 days. He came to Michigan in 1895 where he has since resided. In 1896 he was married to Miss Clara Carstens who survives him.

   To this union were born three children, Walter who passed to the great beyond January 9, 1919, Wesley who lives near by and Hazel at home. He also leaves two grandchildren. The deceased was prominent in the business affairs of the community in which he lived having creditably filled various township and school offices. The funeral service was held in the home Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. A. J. Preston of Beaverton officiating. Interment in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-24/1925 Column - 5 Page - 4

 

CLARA (CARSTENS) RAYMOND (17 OCT 1872 - 16 JULY 1971)

 

Mrs. Clara Raymond, 96, of Beaverton, died Friday, July 16, at the Towne & Country Nursing Home, Midland, where she had been a patient for the past 2 1/2 years. Mrs. Raymond was born October 17, 1872, in Fehr, Germany, and came to the United States and Gladwin County in 1890. She lived on a farm in Tobacco Township, nearly all her life. She and Albert A. Raymond were married in Gladwin September 6, 1896, and he died many years ago. A daughter, Mrs. Hazel Rackel preceded her in death July 22, 1969, as did two son, Wesley in 1957, and Walter.

   Only survivors are two grandchildren, Mrs. Donald (Dorothy) Hetherington of Santa Susana, Calif., and Harland Raymond of Lennon; five great grandchildren and one great great grandson. Services were held at the Mathews Chapel Monday at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. Roger Browne officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-21/1971 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

MARGARET M. (DUNDAS) RAYMOND (6 NOV 1900 – 19 NOV 1944)

 

Services at Dale for Mrs. Raymond

 

Funeral services were held at the Dale Methodist Church Wednesday at 2:30 p. m. for Mrs Wesley Raymond, 44, of Flint, who died at the University Hospital in Ann Arbor Sunday morning following an illness of several months. The Rev. Leland L. Marion, of Pontiac, officiated at the services and burial was in the Dale cemetery.

 

Daughter of Mr and Mrs James Dundas, Margaret M. Dundas was born in Tobacco township on November 6, 1900. She was married to Wesley O. Raymond in Gladwin on March 26, 1923, and they had resided in Gladwin county until three years ago when they moved to Flint.

 

Surviving are two sons, S/Sgt. Donald D. Swanton and Cpl Harlan Raymond, both with U.S.

forces overseas; one daughter, Mrs Dorothy Hetherington, of Pontiac; a grand-daughter, Dotty

Rae, of Pontiac; four sisters, Mrs Juel Pardridge, of Toledo, Ohio; Mrs Hazel Camp, of Midland; Mrs Agnes Greer and Mrs Alma Peterson, of Flint; two brothers, Gordon Dundas, of Tobacco township, and Mack Dundas, of Flint. Gladwin County Record dated 11-22/1944 Column – 7 Page – 1.

 

WALTER MERRITT RAYMOND (25 FEB 1899 - 9 JAN 1919)

 

   RAYMOND---Walter Merritt Raymond, the youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. A. A. Raymond of Tobacco township, was born Feb. 25, 1899, and departed this life Jan. 9, 1919, aged 19 years, 10 months and 15 days. On the morning of his death he started for Arkansas, in the car with Mr. Blades' stock and household goods, and it was while this car was being switched at Coleman, that he met his death.

   From childhood up he has always been a kind and obedient boy. He finished his common school education and started on a high school course when his nerves failed and he was compelled to give this up. He then decided on staying on the farm with his parents where he was always a great help to them. His beautiful, untarnished character endeared him in the hearts of all who knew him.

   He leaves a vacant place in the home, Sunday school and community, but we feel our loss is Walter's gain. He leaves to mourn his death, father, mother, one brother, Wesley of the U.S. Marines, one sister, Hazel, one grandfather, one grandmother, several aunts and other relatives, and host of friends. He was a member of the Dale Arbor of A.O.O.G.

   Funeral services were held at the Dale church Jan. 14, at 2 p.m., conducted by Rev. Lawrence, assisted by Rev. Mitts. Interment in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-16/1919 Column - 4 Page - 5

 

BESSIE ANN (HUNTER) REED (22 AUG 1872 - 18 SEP 1959)

 

HOLD SERVICES FOR MRS. BESSIE REED

 

   Funeral services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Beaverton Nazarene Church for Mrs. Bessie Ann Reed, 87, who died Friday following a two week illness. The Rev. G. H. Rowe officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Mrs. Reed was born on August 22, 1872, in Eaton County, and had lived in Gladwin County 57 years. She was married to Lyman Reed on June 13, 1892, in Charlotte. He preceded her in death.

   Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Elva Blades, of Beaverton; a son, Firdell, of Saginaw; a sister, Mrs. Marion Wirt, of Okemos; 10 grandchildren; 31 great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 09-23/1959 Column - 7 Page - 1  

 

CECIL M. REED (1895 - 1929)

 

GEORGE L. REED (1897 - 1968)

 

WILLIAM LYMAN REED (1859 - 8 FEB 1946)

 

GEORGE REISIG, JR (6 FEB 1927 - 28 AUG 1987)

  

George Reisig Jr., 60, of 2516 Whitney Beach Rd., Beaverton, died Friday, Aug. 28, in the Midland Hospital Center after a short illness. Born in Saginaw Feb. 6, 1927, he moved to Gladwin County in 1982 from Flint. Mr. Reisig was a color/shader with Dupont Paint. He was a member of the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Beaverton.

   Surviving are one sister, Mrs. Elsie Aylsworth of Gladwin; one brother, Harold of Davison; and several nieces and nephews. Rites were held Tuesday at 11 a.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. Pastor David Haag officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-02/1987 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

AMANDA M. (KANKE) REISNER (30 DEC 1901 - 26 APRIL 1983)

- Located on Back Left Corner of Building Shed -

 

Amanda K. Reisner, 81, of Beaverton, died Tuesday, April 26, in the Gladwin Area Hospital following a long illness. Born in Germany on December 30, 1901, she came to Gladwin County 5 years ago from Midland. Surviving are one sister, Freda Krocker of Layfayette, Ore.; and several grandchildren. Rites were held Saturday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Arthur Whisler officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-04/1983 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

CLARENCE E. RELLINGER (11 JAN 1921 - MARCH 1959)

 

Mrs Dave Williams and Mrs Joe Long attended the funeral of Clarence Rellinger at Coleman Wednesday afternoon. Gladwin County Record dated 3-18/1959 Column – 4 Page – 3.

 

CLYDE RELLINGER (5 MAY 1896 - 4 JULY 1959)

 

We are sorry to hear Clyde Rellinger is very sick and is confined to his bed. Gladwin County Record dated 3-18/1959 Column – 4 Page – 3.

 

DONALD D. RELLINGER (29 OCT 1929 - 31 AUG 1959)

 

CRASH FATAL TO DONALD RELLINGER

 

   Donald D. Rellinger, 29, of Gladwin, lost his life early Moday morning when his panel truck left the road and turned over on M-61 about five miles east of Gladwin City. Sheriff Victor Edick said he believed Mr. Rellinger had gone to sleep. He reported the truck was heading west and went across the highway to the south side and traveled along the shoulder. The sheriff said apparently the driver attempted to pull the vechile back on the road and it rolled over twice, coming to rest on its top. Rellinger was underneath the truck.

   He was found about 3 a.m. by James Howard of Mt. Morris, who reported the accident to the sheriff. Mr. Rellinger was born on October 29, 1929, in Coleman, and was married to the former Elizabeth Ann Brubaker on September 12, 1952, in Gladwin. They came to live in Gladwin County from Midland in 1956. He was a veteran of the Korean War, and was local representative for a dog food manufacturer at the time of his death.

   Survivors include his wife, Elizabeth; a daughter, Mary Lou; two sons, Jeffrie Lynn and Stephen; his mother, Mrs. Sadie Rellinger, of Coleman; three brothers, Richard of Gladwin, Harold of Coleman, and Orlo of Midland; and a sister, Mrs. Alverna Stemple, of Coleman. His father, Clyde, preceded him in death on July 4, 1959, and a brother, Clarence, died in March of 1959.

   Funeral services were held this morning (Wednesday) at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church, with the Rev. Father George Artman officiating. Burial was in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-02/1959 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

SADIE ELLEN (TSCHUTT) RELLINGER (22 JULY 1896 – 22 FEB 1990)

After Clyde died Sadie married Earl Nusbaum and then Harry Schummer.

 

LINDA L. REMMERT (7 MARCH 1951 - ?)

 

ROBERT DUANE REMMERT (28 JAN 1950 - 11 AUG 2000)

 

Robert D. Remmert, 50, of Beaverton, died suddenly Friday, Aug. 11, 2000 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Gladwin. Born Jan. 28, 1950 in Hazel Park, he lived in Gladwin County since 1992.

Robert married Linda L. (Eaton), Oct. 26, 1974 in Beaverton. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving 18 1/2 years before receiving a medical discharge in 1992.

   He was a member of the Fleet Reserve Board in Chicago, Ill.; life member of the Disabled American Veterans, Gladwin Post; and board member and coach of the Beaverton Youth Bowling League.

Besides his wife he is survived by three daughters, Laina K. Byrd of Coleman, April M. Main of South Carolina, and Adrianne N. Remmert of Beaverton; one son, Christopher Robert of Kalamazoo; one sister, Susan Lampman of Gladwin; two brothers, Richard of Woodland and Ronald of Harrison; and nine grandchildren.

   Services were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton with Rev. Henry List officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton.

Military graveside rites were by the VFW Post 7303.

Memorial contributions may be made to be used according to the wishes of the family. Gladwin County Record dated 08-16/2000 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

DUDLEY REYMORE (3 NOV 1923 - 10 SEP 1924)

 

Dudley, son of Mr. and Mrs. Eric Reymore, was born in Tobacco township, Nov. 3, 1921, and died at their home in Edenville township, Sept. 10, 1924, aged 2 years, 10 months and 7 days. He leaves parents, two sisters and many relatives. Funeral was conducted by Rev. G. H. Killian, with interment in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-25/1924 Column - 2 Page - 4   

 

ERIC O. REYMORE (24 AUG 1888 - 28 JAN 1975)

 

Eric Reymore, 86, of Bay City and formerly of Gladwin County, died Tuesday, Jan. 28, following a short illness. He was born in Hope Township, Midland County on Aug. 24, 1888. Mr. Reymore retired from Farmer Peets in 1959. He was a life member of the Beaverton F. & A.M. Lodge No. 453 and a member of the Bay City Consistory.

   Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Muriel Garrow of Port Austin and Mrs. Gertrude Wing of Bay City; one son, Lavon of Bay City; 11 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Rites will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Gephart Funeral Home in Bay City. Burial will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday in the Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 01-29/1975 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

SARA A. (HUGHES) REYMORE (27 JUNE 1894 - 18 FEB 1964)

 

EX-BEAVERTON RESIDENT DIES

 

   Mrs. Sara A. Reymore, 69, died Tuesday at her home in Bay City following a long illness. Born on June 27, 1894, in Shiawassee County, the former Sara Hughes, in the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joe Hughes of Beaverton. She was married to Eric Reymore and had lived in Bay City for 35 years. She was a member of the Beaverton Order of Eastern Stars.

   Survivors include her husband, Eric; a son, two daughters, two sisters, 11 grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Friday at 1 p.m. at the Gephart Funeral Home in Bay City with the Rev. William Fraser officiating. Interment will be at 3:30 at the Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 02-19/1964 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

AGNES H. (DOW) RICH (1 DEC 1873 - 18 JAN 1954)

 

SERVICES THURSDAY FOR MRS. JOHN RICH

 

   Mrs. Agnes H. Rich, 80, a life-long resident of Tobacco township, passed away at her home in Beaverton Monday afternoon, January 18, following an illness of two years. Funeral services will be held on Thursday afternoon from the Beaverton church of the Brethren. The Rev. Ernest Jehnsen will officiate and burial will be in the Dale cemetery.

   Agnes H. Dow was born in Tobacco township on December 1, 1873, the daughter of James and Julia Dow. She was married to John Rich at Gladwin on September 14, 1898. They moved to a farm home in Tobacco township, where they remained 47 years, when ill health forced retirement to Beaverton in 1945. Mr. and Mrs. Rich celebrated their golden wedding anniversary on September 14, 1948.

   She was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church and of the Women's Work of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. Surviving are her husband, John; one daughter, Mrs. Ottomar McKimmy; one brother, James J. Dow, of Toledo, Ohio; also six grandchildren. A son, Merle, preceded his mother in death in 1924. Gladwin County Record dated 01-20/1954 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

JOHN C. RICH (6 AUG 1874 - 24 NOV 1954)

 

FORMER ROAD HEAD DIED WEDNESDAY

 

   Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren for John C. Rich, 80, year old pioneer resident of Gladwin county. Mr. Rich passed away Wednesday, Nov. 24, at the home of his daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Ottomer McKimmy, following a month's illness. The son of Andrew and Magodeling Rich, he was born August 6, 1874 at Unionville. He came to Gladwin county in 1896 and has spent the rest of his life here. On September 14, 1898 he was married to the former Miss Agnes Dow, who preceded him in death January 18, 1954.

   Mr. Rich was a member of the Lutheran church. He owned and operated a farm in Tobacco township for many years and served 12 years, from 1920 until 1932, as road superintendent for the Gladwin County Road Commission. About eight years ago, because of failing health the Richs moved to Beaverton where they resided until Mrs. Rich's death in January when he went to live with his daughter, Mrs. McKimmy, who survives him. He also leaves six grandchildren, one brother William Rich of Unionville; and one sister, Mrs. Emma Graf of Ann Arbor.

   The Rev. Ernest Jehnsen, pastor of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren, officiated at the rites Sunday, and burial was made in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-01/1954 Column -  7 Page - 1

 

RUSSELL MERLE RICH (12 JUNE 1902 - 2 MAY 1924)

 

THOMAS J. RICHARDS (15 DEC 1932 - 10 MAY 2002)

 

Thomas J. Richards, 69, of Gladwin passed away May 10, 2002 at his home following a short illness. Born Dec. 15, 1932 to Joseph and Edith (Field) Richards in Saginaw, Thomas was mill-wright welder at the General Motors Powertrain Division Malleable Iron Plant in Saginaw. A member of the U.A.W. Local 455 in Saginaw, he retired in 1994 after 27 and a half years of service. He was also the owner and operator of Richards Welding and Wilsons Rubbish Company, both in Saginaw.

     Thomas moved to Gladwin in 1992, after having previously resided in Bridgeport and Saginaw. Thomas married the former Rosalyn McKimmy on April 10, 1981 in Saginaw. Besides his wife, Rosalyn Richards of Gladwin, he is survived by one daughter, Pamela (Ted) Darling of Fenton; a son Thomas (Marti) Richards of East Alton, IL; step-children, Joy (Randy) Brown of Gillette, WY and Steve (Cheree) Coats of Harrison; grandson, Thomas J. Richards of East Alton, IL; 14 step-grandchildren; sister Betty Bonaminio of Toledo, OH; several nieces and nephews; and many friends and relatives that were close to his heart.

     He was predeceased by his parent and two brothers. Funeral services were held May 14 at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Gladwin with Pastor Joseph Dorais officiating. Burial took place at the Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin. Memorials contributions can be made to Mid Michigan Hospice or Emmanuel Baptist Church. Gladwin County Record dated 05-22/2002 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

LEWIS E. RICHMOND (1933 - ?)

 

MATTHEW LEWIS RICHMOND (? - 12 JAN 1982)

 

RALPH G. RICHMOND, SR (10 JUNE 1912 - 23 OCT 1993)

 

Ralph G. Richmond , 81, of Gladwin, died Saturday, Oct. 23, 1993, in the MidMichigan Regional Medical Center, Midland, after a battle with lung cancer. He was born in Hersey on June 10, 1912, and moved to Gladwin in 1948. Mr. Richmond moved to Arizona in 1979 and came back in 1972. He was a retired lab worker for Dow Chemical Co. Mr. Richmond was a veteran of World War II and was a member of Masonic Lodge 397 F&AM and Eastern Star White Clover Chapter 84. Mr. Richmond and the former Sylvia Lout were married May 4, 1935, in Detroit.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Ralph Jr. of Gladwin and William of Detroit; one sister, Beatrice Ewald of Gladwin; 5 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 3 brothers.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Sisson Funeral Home. The Rev. Roger Hardy officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-27/1993 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

SYLVIA N. (LOUT) RICHMOND (5 MARCH 1913 - 24 APRIL 1995)

 

Sylvia N. Richmond, 82, of Gladwin, died Monday, April 24, 1995 at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center - Midland. Born March 5, 1913 in Adamson, Okla., she resided in Gladwin County since 1948 when she moved to Pontiac. Mrs. Richmond was employed as the director of the Department of Social Services. She was a member of the Eastern Star White Clover Chapter No. 84, Christ the King Lutheran Church and the Golden Rod Rebekah Lodge No. 151. The former Sylvia Lout married Ralph Richmond May 4, 1935 in Detroit. He preceded her in death Oct. 23, 1993.

   Surviving are 2 sons, Ralph Jr. of Gladwin, and William of Detroit; one sister, Velma Shepherd of Chandler, Ariz.; 5 grandchildren; and 3 great grandchildren. Services will be held at 1 p.m. today (Wednesday) from the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin with the Rev. Kirk Havel officiating. Burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of one's choice. Gladwin County Record dated 04-26/1995 Column - 1 Page - 6  

 

VERNA A. RICHMOND (1933 - ?)

 

JESSIE E. (HERRICK) RICOLO (13 MAY 1897 - 18 MAY 1968) Check if Vet?

 

SERVICES HELD FOR JESSIE RICOLO

 

   Mrs. Jessie E. Ricolo, 72, of Beaverton, died Saturday morning in the Saginaw morning in the Saginaw Osteopathic Hospital after a long illness. Born in Swartz Creek on May 13, 1896, she came to Gladwin County in 1939 from Grand Blanc. The former Jessie Herrick, she was married to Victor Ricolo on Jan. 6, 1942, in Clare. Besides her husband, she is survived by one son, Donald Doane of Beaverton; one brother, Harley of Rock; one sister-in-law, Mrs. Mary Ann Herrick, of Fenton; five grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Services were held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Roger J. Browne officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-22/1969 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

EMMA CATHERINE "KATIE" (PATTERSON) RIELEY (23 JUNE 1882 - 7 JAN 1961)

 

MRS. EMMA RIELEY DIES SUDDENLY

 

   Mrs. Emma Catherine Rieley, 78, of Beaverton, died suddenly Saturday at the Midland Hospital folliwng a six day illness. Born on June 23, 1882, in Senaca County, Ohio, she came to Gladwin County from Roan, Ind., 50 years ago. The former Miss Emma Catherine Patterson was married to Erastus C. Rieley in November of 1917 in Beaverton. She was a school teacher before her marriage. Mr. Rieley preceded her in death Oct. 13, 1950.

   Survivors include two sons, John of Beaverton, and George of Garden City; two daughters, Mrs. Alfred Redtke of Detroit, and Mrs. Carl Coon of Denver; a brother, Edwin Patterson, of Stockton, Calif.; and five grandchildren.

   Funeral services were held Monday at 3:30 p.m. at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Arthur Whisler and the Rev. Randall Roose officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-11/1961 Column - 1 Page - 1  

 

ERASTUS CLAY RIELEY (5 MAY 1879 - 13 OCT 1950)

 

Fall Is Fatal to E. C. Rieley

 

Erastus Clay Rieley, 71, passed away on Friday, October 13, at the Butterworth hospital in Grand

Rapids, from injuries received in a fall on Thursday afternoon. Mr. Rieley suffered a fractured back when he fell from a tree while picking apples at the Sparta Orchards in Sparta.

 

Funeral services were held on Monday afternoon from the Beaverton Church of the Brethren with the Rev. Arthur Whisler officiating. Burial was made in the Dale cemetery.

 

Mr. Rieley. was born in Troutville, Virginia, on May 5, 1879, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Julius Rieley. On November 30, 1917, he was married to Miss Katie Patterson. He came to Beaverton 33 years

ago and operated a truck garden there for the past 25 years.

 

Surviving are his wife, Katie; two sons, John Rieley, of Beaverton, and George Rieley, of Wyandotte; two daughters, Mrs. Velma Coon, of Aurora, Colorado, and Mrs. Ruth Radtke, of Detroit; four brothers, William, Dee, Eugene and Clyde and two sisters, Miss Myrtle Rieley and Mrs. Ida Mumaw, all of Virginia; also two grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 10-18/1950 Column – 7 Page – 1.

 

EFFIE (RAY) RINEHART (4 MAY 1891 - 18 APRIL 1921)

 

Effie Ray Rinehart was born in Paulding county, Ohio, May 4, 1891, and departed this life April 18, 1921, aged 29 years, 11 months, and 16 days. Twenty-two years ago she came to Beaverton, Mich., with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Ray, where she grew to young womanhood. She was married to John Rinehart, April 6, 1915, at Chilloche, Ohio, and after a year and a half she and her husband moved back to Beaverton where the remainder of her life has been spent. She was the mother of four children, three of whom are living, and one little blossom went with its mother.

   In the year 1912 she united with the Church of the Brethren and although of late years her family cares did not permit her to attend church services she still remained faithful and it was her earnest desire to raise her children in the church. It is hard to understand how it could be God's will to take away so good a wife and mother from her family but we know we can safely trust in our Father in Heaven to do what is best for us all.

   Effie leaves her husband, three children, her father and mother, two brothers and four sisters besides many other relatives and many friends and neighbors to mourn her early death.

   Funeral was held at the Church of the Brethren, Thursday at 3 o'clock. Burial at Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-28/1921 Column - 3 Page - 4

 

ALVIN W. RISE (3 JAN 1920 - 13 OCT 1990)

 

Alvin W. Rise, 70, of Roscommon and formerly of Beaverton, died Friday, Oct. 19, 1990, in Mercy Hospital, Grayling, after an illness of several months. Born in Beaverton, Jan. 3, 1920, he was an independant truck driver and belonged to the Teamsters Union. Mr. Rise and the former Helen Malosh were married Nov. 17, 1941, in Grand Rapids.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 4 sons, Thomas and Ronald of Cadillac, James of Sanford and Harold of Leslie; one daughter, Rhonda Rise of Milton, Fla.; a sister, Virginia Kushon of Saginaw; one brother, William Spitz of Saginaw; and 11 grandchildren.

   A memorial service will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Dale Cemetery in Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 10-24/1990 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

CHARLES JAMES RISE (25 MAY 1917 - NOV 1917)

 

   RISE---Charles James, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Rise, died in Pontiac Nov. 15, 1917, aged 5 months and 21 days, having suffered two days with membraneous croup. The body was brought to the home of Mr. Rise's parents two miles south of Arbutus, Saturday night. Services by Rev. Arnold, Nov. 18, at 2 p.m. Interment in Dale cemetery.

   Darling Charles, thou hast left us, And our grief we cannot tell; But we know thou are with Jesus, And He doeth all things well. This little one to us was given, To cherish and to love. May he be the guiding angel, To lead us to that home above." Gladwin County Record dated 11-22/1917 Column - 3 Page - 4   

 

CHARLES THEODORE RISE (12 FEB 1864 - 8 SEP 1945)

 

HOLD SERVICES FOR CHARLES T. RISE

 

   Funeral services for Charles Theodore Rise, 81, were held on Monday at 2 p.m., at the Brethren Church, with Rev. E. S. Hollinger officiating. Burial took place in the Dale cemetery. Mr. Rise died at the home of his son, Ralph Rise, of Tobacco township on September 8. He was born in Ohio on February 12, 1864, and had made his home in Gladwin county for the past 38 years.

   Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Ethel McMahon, of Buckeye; Mrs. Bertha Crockett, of Beaverton; four sons, Thomas and Ralph, of Tobacco township, Fred, of California and Harold, of Detroit; 19 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 09-12/1945 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

FRED RISE (27 MARCH 1899 - 7 NOV 1984)

 

HAROLD L. RISE (1 JAN 1902 - 27 JUNE 1957)

 

FORMER RESIDENT DIES IN DETROIT

 

   Funeral services for Harold Rise, 55, of Detroit were held Sunday at the Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin with the Rev. Arthur Whisler officiating. Interment was made in the Dale cemetery. Mr. Rise died in Receiving Hospital in Detroit June 27, following an illness of one week. The son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charley Rise of Tobacco township, he was born January 1, 1902 at Lima, Ohio. After leaving the Knoxville community he has spent most of his life in Detroit where he was a tool and die maker at the Ford Motor Company.

   Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. P. G. Crockett and Mrs. Lewis McMahon of Beaverton; and two brothers, Fred Rise of West Branch and Ralph Rise of Gladwin. Pallbearers were Loren McKimmy, Homer Crockett, Alvin Rise, Jacob Crockett, Albert Crockett and Donald Rise. Gladwin County Record dated 07-02/1957 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

HAZEL N. (SMITH) RISE (18 SEP 1896 - 30 JULY 1965)

 

MRS. HAZEL RISE BURIED MONDAY

 

   Services were held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home for Mrs. Hazel N. Rise, 68, of Beaverton, who died Friday in Bay City. Born on Sept. 18, 1896, in Williams County, Ohio, to James and Flora Smith, she came to Gladwin County in 1910. She was married to Thomas Rise on Nov. 20, 1915, in Beaverton. He preceded her in death in 1956.

   Survivors include one son, Donald, of Beaverton; four daughters, Mrs. Ilene Brown, of Bowling Green, Ohio, Mrs. Maxine Seipke, Gladwin, Mrs. Wanda Malosh, Beaverton, and Mrs. Ola Mae Barber, of Auburn; three sisters, Mrs. Elma Arkwright, Beaverton, Mrs. Elizabeth Berlew, of Reading, and Mrs. Letha Rhinehart, Midland; 21 grandchildren and four great grandchildren. The Rev. Randall Roose and Aaron Hyde officiated and burial was in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-04/1965 Column - 7 Page - 1

 

HELEN MARY (MALOSH) RISE (1923 - 26 APRIL 2006)

 

Helen Mary Rise 83, passed away Feb. 4, 2006 at her home. She was born Jan. 10, 1923 in Beaverton to Ralph and Ottie (Coats) Malosh. She married Alvin W. Rise on Nov. 18, 1941 in Beaverton. She enjoyed making crafts.

   She is survived by Tom and Jeannie Rise of Beaver Dam, Kentucky; Harold Rise of Leslie; Ron and Linda Rise of Cadillac; Jim and Sharyl Rise of Harrison; Rhonda and John Beach of Florida; nine grandchildren and six Great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband and parents.

   A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, April 28 at Dale Cemetery in Beaverton. Arrangements are with Hitesman-Holdship Funeral Home in Cadillac. Gladwin County Record dated 04-26/2006 Column - 2 Page - 2

 

LUCY E. (HOOVER) RISE (2 JAN 1901 - 10 APRIL 1997)

 

Lucy E. Rise, 96, of Sunfield, and formerly of Beaverton died Friday, April 11, 1997. Born in Sunfield, Jan. 2, 1901, she was the daughter of Jacob and Frances Hoover and the oldest of seven children. Lucy married Ralph W. Rise in 1918. He preceded her in death. Lucy was a devoted Christian a member of the Sunfield United Methodist Church.

   Surviving are one son, Zack; one sister, Virginia Roberts of Lake Odessa; grandsons, Jack Estep of Saranac, Douglas Rise of Bay City, Michael Rise of Sunfield, Brian Rise of Midland; granddaughters, Janice (Rise) Bingaman of Syracuse, N.Y., Joanne (Rise) Hodges of Midland, Bonnie (Estep) Foltz of Sunfield and Carla (Estep) Smith of Nashville; 17 great-grandchildren; and 13 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two children, son Neil and daughter Louise, one brother and five sisters.

   Services were held at 11 a.m. Monday at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. Pallbearers were Douglas Rise, Michael Rise, Brian Rise, Gary Foltz, Greg Estep, Bill Cappon, Doug Foltz, Steve Foltz and Neil Estep. Burial was at Dale Cemetery in Beaverton.

   Those wishing to make contributions may make them to the Eaton Co. Hospice or the Sunfield United Methodist Church. Gladwin County Record dated 04-16/1997 Column - 5 Page - 2   

 

NEIL WILFORD RISE (3 SEP 1919 - 31 JAN 1943)

 

NEIL WILFORD RISE DIES IN AIR MISHAP

 

     Flight Officer Neil W. Rise 23, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Rise, of Beaverton, was killed Sunday in the crash of a military plane which had a glider in tow near Victorville, California. Flight Officer Wilbur Boyd, of Washington D.C., co-pilot of the plane, was killed. Three other members of the crew parachuted to safety and a fourth is missing, according to Army officials.

     Neil is the fifth Gladwin county boy to die in service and the second from the Beaverton area within two weeks time. Born September 3, 1919, he graduated from Woodland High School in 1938 and was employed by the Hastings Manufacturing Company until his enlistment in the Army in October of 1940. He was accepted for flying training in June of 1941 and completed the Primary School at Jackson, Mississippi, and the Basic School at Greenville, Mississippi, prior to entering the Napier Field Flying School in Alabama. He was graduated as a full-fledged pilot from the Napier training school in October of this year.

     He was married on October 5th of this year to Miss Juanita Walley, of Hattisburg, Mississippi, who survives. Other survivors include his parents. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Rise; a sister, Mrs. Louise Estep, of Sunfield; and a brother Zack, at home. Gladwin County Record dated 02-03 1943 Column - 7 Page - 1 IN AIR FORCE ALSO 02-10/1943 Column - 1 Page - 1

 

RALPH W. RISE (? - ?)

 

ROSETTA (PATTERSON) RISE (24 DEC 1865 - 30 AUG 1940)

 

We wish to thank all our friends and neighbors for their sympathy offered us in our recent bereavement, the death of Mrs. Charles Rise. The family. Gladwin County Record dated

9-4/1940 Column – 4 Page – 12.

 

THOMAS T. RISE (27 SEP 1893 - 3 DEC 1956)

 

SERVICES THURSDAY FOR THOMAS RISE

 

   Thomas T. Rise, 63, a retired farmer, died at his home in Beaverton December 3, after an illness of six months. He was born in Lima, Ohio on September 27, 1893, the son of Rosetta and Charles T. Rise and had lived in Gladwin County for the past 49 years. Mr. Rise was a member of the Church of the Brethren. On November 12, 1915, he was married to Hazel Smith.

   Surviving are his wife, Hazel; four daughters, Mrs. Ilene Brown of Bowling Green, Ohio, Mrs. Maxine Johnson and Mrs. Wanda Malosh of Beaverton and Mrs. Ola Barber of Auburn; one son, Donald of Beaverton; and 14 grandchildren. One son, Charles, is deceased. Also surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Bertha Crockett and Mrs. Ethel McMahon of Beaverton, and three brothers, Ralph of Gladwin, Fred and Harold of Detroit. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1:30 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home with the Rev. Arthur Whisler officiating. Burial will be in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-05/1956 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

HARRY ROBACK (12 DEC 1891 - 11 APRIL 1971)

AKA. HARRY  ROHRBACH

 

Harry Roback, 79, of Dale Road, Beaverton, died suddenly at his home Sunday, April 11. Born December 12, 1891 in Ottawa, Kan., Mr. Roback had been a long-time resident of Gladwin County, coming to Beaverton from Ogden, Mich., 51 years ago. He was a farmer until his retirement. Mr. Roback had been a widower for 41 years, Mrs. Roback passing away in 1930.

     Survivors are three sons, Howard of Beaverton, Loren and Russell, both of Adrian; one daughter, Mrs. Coleen Chek of Saginaw; and a twin son and daughter, Samuel and Sally, in California. 12 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. A daughter, Mrs. Vivian Knapp, also preceded him in death.

     Services are at 1:00 p.m. today, Wednesday, at the Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton with the Rev. Henry List officiating. Burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04/14/1971 Column - 2 Page - 2

 

Note: Regarding Surname: Most of all the Roback's use the spelling Rohrbach for their last names. Which, is the German way of spelling. Though, here in the Gladwin County Records. It appears Harry used the spelling as: Roback! Which is the American Version of the Surname...

 

Source: Descendants of: Roback's/Rohrbach's...

 

SOPHIA DONNELLA (MCKIMMY) ROBACK (2 DEC 1894 - 4 MAY 1931)

AKA. SOPHIA DONELLA (MCKIMMY) ROHRBACH

 

Sophia D. McKimmy, daughter of Theodore and Hulda McKimmy, was born in Lenawee County, Michigan, Dec. 2, 1894 and died at the Saginaw General Hospital May 4, 1931, at the age of 36 years, 5 months and 2 days. On Feb. 26, 1913, she was married to Harry Roback. To this union were born five children, all of whom survive her, namely, Howard, age 16,; Vivian, age 15; Lauren, age 13; Russel, age 11; and Jean Colleen, infant.

   About 12 years ago she, with her husband and three children, moved to this community, where she has since resided. At a very early age she united with the Church of the Brethren of the Fairview congregation of Lenawee county. When moving to this community she transferred her membership to the Beaverton congregation. She was always a devoted companion and a kind and loving mother, always willing to sacrifice and work for the joy and welfare of her home and family.

   She leaves to mourn her departure her husband and five children, her parents, two brothers, Royal McKimmy of Blissfield, Mich., and David of Toledo, Ohio; three sisters, Lulu Kintner of Blissfield, Mrs. Clara Hughes and Doris McKimmy of Beaverton, and grandfather, Perry McKimmy of Beaverton, and a host of neighbors and friends. Funeral services were held at the Dale church Thursday afternoon, May 7, 2:30, Rev. Perry P. Hoover officiating. Interment was made in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05/14/1931 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

BEVERLEY A. (BURGESS) ROBERTS (14 AUG 1927 - 13 APRIL 1988)

 

Mrs. Beverly A. Roberts, 60, of 1208 Short St., Hope, died Wednesday, April 13, in the Midland Hospital Center after a long illness. Born in Petoskey, Aug. 14, 1927, she moved to Gladwin County in 1979 from Westland. Mrs. Roberts was a member of the Albright Shores Eagles Auxiliary 3655. The former Beverley Burgess she was married to Evans "Bob" Roberts Aug. 14, 1946, in Bay City.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by 2 sons, Erik of Beaverton and Geoffrey of Clio; 2 daughters, Mrs. David (Krysteena) Dawson and Mrs. Joe (Deborah) Perras of Beaverton; her mother, Mrs. Marie Beale of Pontiac; a half brother, Peter Beale of Davisburg; a step-brother, Jack Burgess of West Branch; a step-sister, Debbie Burgess of California; and 7 grandchildren.

   Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Roy Glasgow officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-20/1988 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

CARL RICHARD ROBERTS (2 OCT 1927 - 4 APRIL 1999)

 

Carl Richard Roberts, 71, of Beaverton, died Sunday, April 4, 1999. Born Oct. 2, 1927, he was known as "Rich," an avid outdoorsman who especially loved to fish the lakes and rivers of his native Michigan. He was a World War II veteran with the Army Air Corps during the Berlin Airlift; and a military policeman stationed at Tulin, Austria. He was retired from The Dow Chemical Company after 35 years. He was a member of the Beaverton Lions Club, the Beaverton Presbyterian Church, and VFW 7303.

   A devoted husband and father, he is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, "Babe" Viola June (Crockett); three children and eight grandchildren, James Carl and wife Patricia Roberts of Midland with a grandson, Bryan James Roberts of San Diego, Calif., and granddaughter Amber Roberts of Midland; Jerry and wife Beth Roberts, with grandsons Christopher, Jonathan and granddaughter Emily, all of Okemos; Vicki and husband Brian Higgins with grandsons Dan and Steven Yager of Big Rapids, and granddaughter, Melanie Yager of Clarksville; stepmother, Mrs. Myrtle Roberts of Beaverton; half-sister, Dorothy and husband Earl Pagel of Gladwin; many nieces and nephews; and several stepbrothers and stepsisters.

   Services will be held at 1 p.m. tomorrow (Thursday) at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Burial will be in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton with VFW Post 7303 in charge of the service. Visitation will be today (Wednesday) 3:30 to 9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Rich Roberts memorial fund.

   The Roberts family would like to express their thanks to all the friends who helped with transportation to, and the loving care he received while at MidMichigan Regional Dialysis Center in Midland. Gladwin County Record dated 04-07/1999 Column - 2 Page - 2

 

ELIZABETH ROBERTS (1872 - 19 DEC 1947)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS. ROBERTS

 

   Mrs. Elizabeth Roberts, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Ahva Cutler, in Dale, on Friday, December 19, after a brief illness. Mrs. Roberts was born in Florence Hill, New York and was married to Vincent Roberts 54 years ago.

   Surviving are one son, Floyd Roberts of Detroit, two daughters, Mrs. Paul Crandall of Leonardville, New York and Mrs. Cutler of Dale; nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren; also two sisters both of New York. Funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon, in the Dale Methodist church, with the Rev. Donald Sailor officiating. Burial was in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-24/1947 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

EVANS ROBERTS, JR (1923 - MAY 2002)

 

LESLIE E. ROBERTS (1906 - 1988)

 

LEWIS JAY ROBERTS (1855 - 27 JAN 1933)

 

L. J. Roberts of Buckeye township died very suddenly Saturday, Jan. 27, 1933, at his home in Buckeye township. He is survived by his wife, a son Leslie at home and two married daughters. Services were held at the Methodist church at Beaverton Jan. 31, conducted by Rev. L. M. Whitney. Gladwin County Record dated 02-09/1933 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

MARY ANNE ROBERTS (1864 - 19 APRIL 1951)

 

SURVIVOR OF WEEK IN WOODS DIES

 

   Funeral services for Mrs. Mary A. Roberts, 87, were held on Sunday afternoon from the Beaverton Methodist church. The Rev. Donald Sailor officiated and burial was made in the Dale cemetery. Mrs. Roberts was born on February 4, 1864, in Montcalm county and had lived near Beaverton for the past 22 years. Last fall she survived a 6-day stay in the woods near her home when she became lost while gathering berries. She passed away on Friday, April 20, after a three-weeks illness.

   Surviving are one son, Leslie Roberts, of Gladwin; two daughters, Mrs. Anna Dewyer and Mrs. Jennie Bush, both of Ludington; 20 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 04-25/1951 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

VIOLA J. "BABE" (CROCKETT) ROBERTS (25 AUG 1929 - 17 AUG 2001)

 

Viola J. "Babe" Roberts, 71, of Beaverton, died suddenly Friday, Aug. 17, 2001 at home. Born Aug. 26, 1929 in Beaverton, she was the daughter of Phillip and Bertha (Rise) Crockett. She was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County. Babe married Carl (Rich) Roberts, Oct. 6, 1951 in Beaverton. He preceded her in death in 1999. She was a cook with the Beaverton Community Schools, retiring in 1975 after 10 years.

   Surviving are two sons, James Carl and wife Patricia of Midland, and Jerry and wife Beth of Okemos; one daughter, Vicki and husband B.J. Higgins of Big Rapids; eight grandchildren; two brothers, Floyd Crockett of Hope and Roger Crockett of Beaverton; and several nieces and nephews.

   Services were held at 11 a.m. Monday at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton with Rev. Henry List officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Memorial contributions may be made to be used according to the wishes of the family. Gladwin County Record dated 08-22/2001 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

AMOS A. ROBINSON (3 JUNE 1854 - 3 MARCH 1941)

 

AMOS ROBINSON, 87, DIES NEAR BEAVERTON

 

   Amos A. Robinson of Tobacco township, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Eugene Freeman, on Monday March 3. Amos Robinson was born June 3, 1854 in Genesee county and had been a resident of Tobacco township for about 40 years.

   Surviving him are four children, Mrs. Eugene Freeman, Mrs. Jesse Wagoner of Tobacco township and Guy Robinson and Danial Robinson both of Saginaw. Funeral services were held Wednesday at the Dale Methodist Church with the Rev. Perry Hoover of the Brethren Church conducting the service. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-05/1941 Column - 4 Page - 4

 

CRAIG FREDERICK ROBINSON (13 MARCH 1959 - 10 JUNE 1992)

 

Craig Frederic Robinson, 33, of Hope, died suddenly Wednesday, June 10, 1992, of a ruptured aneurysm in the University Hospital in Ann Arbor. He was born on March 13, 1959, in Midland. Mr. Robinson was vice president of marketing, research and development and a member of the board of directors at Robinson Industries. He was also a member of the Fateranl Order of Eagles 3655 in All-Bright Shores.

   Surviving are one son, Dustin; 2 daughters, Christie and Ronnie; his parents, Ron and Treva Robinson of Coleman; 3 sisters, Ronda Robinson and Cheryl Goin of Birmingham and Lisa Bushre of Coleman; and his grandmother, Ardis Robinson of Coleman and Helen Cambridge of Houghton Lake. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Fred Robinson and Alfred Cambridge.

   Services were held Saturday at 11 a.m. from the Beaverton Baptist Church. The Rev. Curt Gordon officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Cilman Springs Baptist Camp or the Beaverton Baptist Church. Arrangements were in charge of the O'Laughlin Funeral Home, Coleman. Gladwin County Record dated 06-17/1992 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

DANIEL W. ROBINSON (1894 - 1960)

 

DIXIE L. ROBINSON (1937 - ?)

 

F. RONALD ROBINSON (3 DEC 1933 - 14 APRIL 1995)

 

F. Ronald Robinson, 61, of Coleman, died Friday, April 14, 1995 of a heart attack at the MidMichigan Regional Medical Center-Gladwin. Born Dec. 3, 1933 in Midland County's Warren Township, he was chief executive officer of Robinson Industries, Inc. and had worked there since his family started the business in 1945. Mr. Robinson was a lifetime farmer in the Curtis area on the land where his ancestors first arrived in 1897. He loved nature, farming and gardening. He married the former Treva Cambridge Oct. 23, 1953 in Houghton Lake.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 daughters, Ronda Robinson, Cheryl and husband Lance Goin, all of Beverly Hills and Lisa Robinson of Coleman; his mother, Ardis Robinson of Coleman; sister Inez and Jerry Kaleto of Gladwin; brother Bernard and Ruthann Robinson of Coleman; 10 grandchildren; and numerous other relatives. He was preceded in death by his father, Fred, July 13, 1975 and a son, Craig, June 10, 1992.

   Rites were held at 1 p.m. Tuesday from the Beaverton Baptist Church. Memorials are suggested to the Beaverton Baptist Church or the Gilman Springs Baptist Camp. Arrangements were handled by the O'Laughlin Funeral Home Inc. of Coleman. Gladwin County Record dated 4-19/1995 Column - 3 Page - 6

 

FREDERICK A. ROBINSON (12 OCT 1911 - 13 JULY 1975)

 

Frederick A. Robinson, 63, of 3051 Curtice Rd., Coleman died Sunday, July 13, at the University of Michigan Hospital following a short illness. Mr. Robinson was born in Denison, Tex., October 12, 1911, and was married to the former Miss Ardis Staley, of Coleman, June 13, 1931 in Coleman. He was the founder of Robinson Industries, Inc., Coleman, in 1945 and had served as its president since. Mr. Robinson was a member and deacon of Skeels Baptist Church, Gladwin, and a member and director of Gilman Springs Youth Camp, North M-30, Gladwin.

   Survivors are his wife, Ardis; 2 sons, Ronald and Bernard, both of Coleman; 1 daughter, Mrs. Jerry Kaleto, of Gladwin; 5 brothers, Jack, Charles, Burton and Joe, all of California, and Paul of Louisiana; a sister, Mrs. William (Genevieve) Hopkins of California; 10 granddaughters and a grandson.

   Services are being held today (Wednesday) at 2:00 p.m. at Skeels Baptist Church with the Rev. Carl M. Briggs officiating and burial will be in Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. O'Laughlin Funeral Home, Coleman, is in charge of arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 07-16/1975 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

NETTA ROSETTA ROBINSON (17 JUNE 1858 - 9 FEB 1922)

 

Netta Rosetta Robinson was born June 17, 1857, in Genesee county, Mich., and departed this life Feb. 9, 1922, aged 64 years, 7 months, 9 days. She was united in marriage to Amos Robinson, also of Genesee county, Dec. 6, 1882. To this union four children were born, namely---Guy and Daniel of Saginaw, Mrs. Ruth Freeman and Mrs. Julia Wagoner of this place. The latter is now in the St. Mary's hospital at Saginaw. In the year 1901 she moved to Beaverton and located on the farm known as the Moore farm, later purchasing a farm near the Knox schoolhouse where she resided until a few months ago when she went to care for her daughter Ruth, until taken ill with pneumonia about a week ago. Her death came as a shock to her friends, as her condition was not considered serious until the last few days. Although she had not been in good health for a number of years.

   In youth she united with the Baptist church, later uniting with the M. E. church which still retains her membership and of which she was a faithful member. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband and children as named, three sisters and seven grandchildren. Funeral services were held Sunday Feb. 12 at the Dale M. E. church conducted by Rev. Preston and interment took place in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-16/1922 Column - 4 Page - 5

 

SARAH L. ROBINSON (25 FEB 1898 - 1955)

 

Mrs. Daniel Robinson, 57, of Freeland died Sunday, following a long illness. The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Ray, she was born Feb. 25, 1898. On Aug. 9, 1919, she was married to Daniel Robinson at Beaverton. The Robinsons have spent most of their married life in Saginaw, and the past few years have lived at Freeland. Funeral services were held in Saginaw Tuesday at 1 p.m. and at the Dale Methodist church at 3 p.m. Interment was made in the Dale cemetery.

   Survivors are her husband, Daniel; one son, Warren; two daughters, Mrs. Irene Stockford and Mrs. Betty York; nine grandchildren, all of Saginaw. Also two brothers, Edward Ray of Gladwin and Harry Ray of Freeland, and one sister, Mrs. Garfield Freeman, of Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 11-02/1955 Column - 7 Page - 1

 

WARREN L. ROBINSON (1923 - ?)

 

CARL H. ROEHRS (15 FEB 1895 - 27 NOV 1955)

 

Carl H. Roehrs, 60, retired Gladwin County farmer, passed away at his home in Beaverton, Sunday, Nov. 27 following an illness of several years. He was born Feb. 15, 1895 in Defiance, Ohio and married the former Lydia Pettke of Cleveland March 1, 1924. He came to Gladwin County in 1921 where he has farmed until poor health forced him to retire several years ago.

   Surviving are his wife; two sons, Richard W. and Herbert C.; one daughter, Mary Ann; and one brother, Theodore, all of Beaverton. One sister, Lydia Parquette, is deceased. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. at St. Paul's Lutheran Church of Gladwin with burial in the Dale cemetery. The Rev. Raymod Meuller will officiate. Gladwin County Record dated 11-30/1955 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

HERMAN W. ROEHRS (1867 - 29 JUNE 1932)

 

Herman W. Roehrs was born in 1867 in Defiance county, Ohio, and departed this life June 29, 1932, in Beaverton township, age 65 years, 1 month, 21 days. In the year 1890 he was united in marriage to Mary Diercks. To this union six children were born. Three preceded him in death. He has been a resident of this community 11 years.

   He leaves to mourn his loss his wife, two sons, Carl and Theodore, at home, and one daughter, Mrs. Vicent Parquette, of Beaverton township, four grandchildren and one sister in Toledo, Ohio, besides other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held Friday, July 1, at the home, and in Beaverton, conducted by Rev. Roth of Oberlin, with burial in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-07/1932 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

LYDIA R. (PIEPKE) ROEHRS (19 JUNE 1899 - 21 MAY 1994)

 

Lydia Roehrs, 94, of 4528 S. M-18, Beaverton, died Saturday, May 21, 1994, at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center - Gladwin, after a long illness. She was born in Posen, Germany June 19, 1899, and came to Gladwin from Cleveland, Ohio in 1924. She was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Gladwin. The former Lydia Piepke, she married Carl Roehrs in Cleveland March 1, 1924. He died Nov. 27, 1955.

   Surviving are 2 sons, Richard and Herbert, both of Beaverton; 1 daughter, Mrs. Jack (Mary Ann) Jones of Palm Bay, Fla.; 1 brother, Emil Piepke of Snyder, N. Y.; 10 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren.

   Services were held Tuesday at 11 a.m. at the Our Savior Lutheran Church in Gladwin. The Rev. James L. Wilk officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Memorials may be sent to Our Savior Lutheran Church. Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel, was in charge of arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 05-25/1994 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

MARY MARGARET (DIERCKS) ROEHRS (1866 - 18 OCT 1934)

 

MRS. MARIE ROEHRS DIES

 

Mrs. Marie Roehrs passed away at her home here Thursday. Those who survive her are her daughter, Mrs. Vincent Parquette, and two sons, Theodore and Carl Roehrs, prominent Beaverton township farmers, also several grandchildren., She was buried in the Dale cemetery.

 

Mrs. Roehrs was 68 years of age and has been in poor health for three years and has been seriously ill for about six weeks.

 

Deceased was born in Germany October 6, 1866, and came to America when 15 years of age. She lived at Defiance. Ohio, where she was married to Herman Roehrs, who died two years ago. Gladwin County Record dated 10-24/1934 Column – 1 Page – 1.

 

THEODORE H. ROEHRS (15 OCT 1905 - 1 AUG 1970)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR THEODORE ROEHRS

 

   Theodore H. Roehrs, 64, of Beaverton died Saturday, Aug. 1, in the Gladwin Hospital after an illness of several months. Born in Defiance, Ohio, on Oct. 15, 1905, he came to Gladwin County in 1921. Mr. Roehrs was a farmer and a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church. He was never married.

   Surviving is a sister-in-law, Mrs. Lydia Roehrs, of Beaverton; four nieces and two nephews. Rites were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from Our Savior Lutheran Church. The Rev. Ernst Mueller officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 08-05/1970 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

BETTY M. ROGERS (5 JUNE 1924 - ?)

 

WILLIAM C. ROGERS (24 MARCH 1924 - 9 JAN 1985)

 

William Rogers, 60 of Saginaw died Wednesday, Jan. 9 in the Saginaw General Hospital after a long illness. Born in Cass City March 24, 1924, he moved to Saginaw 30 years ago form Gladwin. He served in the Marine Corps during World War II and was employed by Malleable Iron. Mr. Rogers was married to the former Betty Ross Jan. 5, 1946, in Gladwin.

   Besides his wife he is survived by one son, William of Saginaw; 3 daughters, Mrs. Dennis (Pamela) Bacon of Morlet, Mrs. Fred (Marcia) Frisch and Mrs. Tony (Andrea) Cardenas of Saginaw, his parents Ray and Wilma Rogers of Hope; 3 sisters, Mrs. Dorothy Grove of Gladwin, Mrs. Emma Lou Watson of Alaska and Mrs. Ann Morgan of South Lyons, 2 step-brothers, Courtney and Thomas Fillmore of Hope and 7 grandchildren.

   Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. form the Gladwin United Methodist Church. The Rev. Cleon Abbott officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 01-16/1985 Column - 4 Page - 2 

 

TREVOR JAMES ROGGOW (2 MARCH 1992 - 12 MAY 1992)

 

Trevor Roggow, 2 month old son of Ronald and Susan Roggow of Beaverton, died Tuesday, May 12, in the Saginaw General Hospital. Arrangements are incomplete and in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 05-13/1992 Column - 5 Page - 2  

 

Trevor James Roggow, 2 months old, of 3625 White Rd., Beaverton, died Tuesday, May 12, 192, in Saginaw General Hospital. He was born in Saginaw on March 2, 1992.

   Surviving are his parents, Ronald and Susan Roggow of Beaverton; a sister, Rachel; a brother, Scott; his grandparents, Donald and Arlene Fromer of West Hope, Ohio and great grandmother, Mrs. Adeline Kern of Gladwin.

   Rites were held Friday at 11 a.m. from the Beaverton Baptist Church. Pastor Curtis Gordon officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral home. Gladwin County Record dated 05-20/1992 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

SIMEON ROOT

 

   ROOT---Simeon Root died in Tobacco township, Friday morning, after a long illness of drospy. He leaves a widow and two daughters to mourn his loss. The funeral was held at the home Saturday afternoon. Rev. Day officiating. Interment in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-13/1907 Column - 6 Page - 5

 

DEBORAH JUNE ROSE (14 JUNE 1958 - 15 JUNE 2000)

 

Deborah June Rose, 42, of Waterford, died suddenly, Thursday, June 15, 2000.  Born June 14, 1958 in Detroit, she was the daughter of Junior and Mary (Cleary) Rose. She lived in Oakland County since 1973 and previously lived in Livingston County.  She was a registered nurse and owner/operator of Point of Life in Waterford.

   Surviving are one daughter, Betty Rose of Waterford; one son, David Rose of San Diego, Calif.; her father and stepmother, Junior and Sharon Rose of Beaverton; six brothers, James Rose of Zephyrhills, Fla., Roger Rose of Ft. Collins, Colo., Ralph Rose of Pinckney, Joseph Rose of Waterford, Buddy Rose of Ludington, Donald Rose of Howell; and one sister, Sandra Rose-Hope of Gladwin. She was preceded in death by her mother in 1994.

   Services were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin with Pastor Matt Place officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Memorial contributions may be made to be used according to the wishes of the family. Gladwin County Record dated 06-21/2000 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

JUNIOR ROSE (1929 - ?)

 

MARY R. (CLEARY) ROSE (20 APRIL 1929 - 4 APRIL 1994)

 

Mary R. Rose, 64, of 101 E. Knox Rd., Beaverton, died Monday, April 4, 1994, in Saginaw General Hospital after a long illness. She was born in Wilcoe, W. Va., April 20, 1929 and moved to Gladwin County in 1988 from Waterford. The former Mary Cleary, she was married to Junior Rose on March 20, 1948, in Wilcoe, W. Va.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by 6 sons, Donald of Howell, James of Beaverton, Roger of Colorado, Ralph of Pinkney, Joseph of Rose City and Buddy of Grand Rapids; 2 daughters, Mrs. Ron (Sandra) Hope of Gladwin and Debra Rose of Waterford; one sister, Martha Proffitt of W. Va.; 22 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.

   Services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Roy Glasgow will officiate and burial will be in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Visitation is after 1 p.m. Wednesday. Gladwin County Record dated 04-06/1994 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

ELAINE OLIVE ROSEVEAR (4 FEB 1916 - 11 MARCH 1978)

 

Elaine Olive Rosevear, 62, of Beaverton, died Saturday, March 11, in the Clare Nursing Home following a long illness. Born in Rose City on February 4, 1916, she retired in 1970 as a Lt. Commander in the U.S. Navy after serving 30 years.

   Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Edith Peterson and Mrs. Fern Asch of Beaverton; and one brother, Ray Rosevear of Mt. Pleasant. Services were held Tuesday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Elder Harold McAllister officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-15/1978 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

EMMA JANE ROSEVEAR (19 OCT 1884 - 16 MAY 1957)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO MRS. ROSEVEAR

 

   Mrs. Emma Jane Rosevear, 72, a resident of Tobacco township, died on May 16, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Edith Peterson, in Beaverton. She had been ill for the past six months. Mrs. Rosevear was born on October 19, 1884, in Grand Blanc. Coming here from Rose City, Gladwin county had been her home for the past 35 years. On May 29, 1907, she married Guy Leroy Rosevear in Kansas City. Mr. Rosevear preceded her in death in 1918.

   Survivors include two sons, Alma of Alma and Ray of Mt. Pleasant; three daughters, Edith Peterson and Fern Asch of Beaverton and Lt. Elaine O. Rosevear of Camp Lejuene, N.C.; one sister, Edith McDonald, of Lansing and 18 grandchildren.

   Funeral services were held Saturday at one o'clock at the R.L.D.S. Church in Beaverton, the Elder B.H. Doty officiating. Burial was in Dale cemetery. Pallbearers were Harold Keely, James Wiltse, Sherman

Perry, Don Pendleton, Wayne Whitman and Harold McAllister. Gladwin County Record dated 05-29/1957 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

GUY LEROY ROSEVEAR (29 SEP 1881 – 1 DEC 1918)

 

Their’s  a Headstone with Emma in the Dale Cemetery. Though, it looks like he is buried in Rose City Cemetery. Couldn’t find a write-up for him in the Gladwin County Record. Need more proof where he actually is buried. With wife or somewhere else?

 

DAVID S. ROSS (11 AUG 1887 - 25 MAY 1977)

 

David S. Ross, 89, of 139 W. Brown St., Beaverton City, died May 25, 1977, at Gladwin Area Hospital following a lengthy illness. A prominent citizen of Beaverton for the past 70 years, Mr. Ross was born in Paulding County, Ohio, August 11, 1887. He came to Beaverton in 1907. He and the former Mary E. Paxton were married in Grover Hill, Ohio, on October 5, 1905, and she preceded him in death Dec. 12, 1973. Mr. Ross was a former mayor of Beaverton, a former member of the Gladwin County Board of Supervisors, of the Beaverton School Board and the Tri County Health Commission. He was employed by the National Park Service and owned and operated several businesses at various times over the years.

   He was a member of the Beaverton Presbyterian Church and the Beaverton F.& A.M Lodge. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. William (Betty) Rogers of Saginaw; 3 sons, L. T. Ross of Mt. Pleasant, F. Wayne Ross of Enon, Ohio, and Warren Ross of Portland, Oregon; a brother, Leo, and a sister, Mrs. Julia Simpson, both of Van Wert, Ohio; 13 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren.

   Services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home Beaverton Chaperl, with the Rev. Donald Frederick officiating. Interment was Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 06-01/1977 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

DONALD GUNN ROSS, JR (16 NOV 1906 - 13 APRIL 1985)

 

Donald G. Ross, 78, of 104 E. Knox St., Beaverton, died Saturday, April 13, in the Gladwin Nursing Home following a long illness. Born in Itasea County, Minn, Nov. 16, 1906, he spent most of his life in Gladwin County. He was a member of the Beaverton Presbyterian Church, past master and life member of Masonic Lodge 453. Mr. Ross was married to the former June Oliver May 13, 1938 in Ashley, Ind.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one brother, Walter, of Beaverton; and one sister, Mrs. Marian Paulus of Breckenridge. Services were held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Aaron Davies officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetey. A Masonic Memorial service was held Sunday at 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Gladwin County Record dated 04-17/1985 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

DONALD H. ROSS (1939 - 1997)

 

IRENE A. ROSS (1940 - ?)

 

JUNE I. (OLIVER) ROSS (12 AUG 1891 - 28 JUNE 1992)

 

Mrs. June I. Ross, 100, of 104 E. Knox St., Beaverton, died Sunday, June 28, 1992, in the Gladwin Nursing Home after a long illness. Born in Buckeye Township, Aug. 12, 1891, she had spent her lifetime in the county. Mrs. Ross was a clerk for the Beaverton Post Office and had also served as postmaster for several years. She was a member of the Beaverton Presbyterian Church and a life-member of the Beaverton Order of Eastern Stars 386.

   The former June Oliver, she was married to Donald Ross on May 13, 1938, in Ashley, Ind. He preceded her in death on April 13, 1985. Surviving are several nieces. Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Donald Keen officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-01/1992 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

L. J/M. ROSS (19 OCT 1913 - 12 NOV 1983)

 

L. M. Ross, 70, of Mt. Pleasant, died Saturday, Nov. 12, in Central Michigan Community Hospital, Mt. Pleasant. Born in Beaverton on October 19, 1913, he graduated from Beaverton High School and Central Michigan University. He received his master's degree from Michigan State University and did graduate work at the University of Colorado. Mr. Ross was a teacher and in business administration at Mt. Pleasant High School and Central Michigan University. He was a veteran of World War II and had been in Mt. Pleasant since 1947.

   Surviving are one brother, Warren of Portland, Ore.; one sister, Mrs. Betty Rogers of Saginaw; and several nieces and nephews. Rites were held Monday at 1 p.m. from the Beaverton Presbyterian Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were by Stinson-Helms Funeral Home, Mt. Pleasant. Services in Beaverton wer by the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 11-16/1983 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

MARION L. (MITCHELL) ROSS (6 DEC 1918 - 15 JAN 1998)

 

Marion L. Ross, 79, of Butner, N.C., died Thursday, Jan. 15, 1998 in Durham, N.C. Born Dec. 6, 1918 in Beaverton, she was the daughter of Harry and Anna Schwalm Mitchell. She lived in Beaverton until 1981 when she moved to N.C. Marion married Ronald Ross in February 1937. He preceded her in death in September 1971.

   Surviving are four daughters, Mary Ann and husband Lewis Dull of Butner, N.C., Sally and husband Jerry Hicks of Beaverton, Ronna Hosford of Creedmore, N.C., and Susan Surns of Oscoda; one daughter-in-law, Irene Ross of Beaverton; one sister, Muriel Anderson of Stem, N.C.; one brother, Wallace Mitchell of Beaverton; 19 grandchildren; and 37 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one son, David, March 1997 and three brothers,  Ralph, Harold and Harry Jr.

   Services were held at 7 p.m. Friday at the Clements Funeral Chapel in North Carolina. She was then moved to the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin where funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Monday with Rev. Robert Marshall officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery in Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 01-21/1998 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

MARY E. (PAXTON) ROSS (1887 - 20 DEC 1973)

 

Mrs. Mary E. Ross, 86, of 139 W. Brown Street, Beaverton, died at her home Thursday, December 20, following a long illness. Born i Van Wert County, Ohio, the former Mary E. Paxton had been a resident of Gladwin County since 1907, coming here from Grover Hill, Ohio. The daughter of Lewis J. and Ida Springer Paxton was married October 5, 1905, in Grover Hill, to David S. Ross. Mrs. Ross was a member of the Beaverton Presbyterian Church and the Order of Eastern Star 386.

   Surviving are her husband, David; 3 sons, L.J. of Mt. Pleasant, Wayne of Enon, Ohio, and Warren of Portland, Ore.; a daughter, Mrs. William (Betty) Rogers of Saginaw; a brother, Dewey Paxton of Clare; a sister, Mrs. Leona Busick of Grover Hill, Ohio; 13 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. Two sons preceded her in death.

   Services were held Saturday at 2:00 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton. The Rev. Roger J. Browne officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 12-26/1973 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

MERIDITH P. ROSS (11 SEP 1906 - 26 JUNE 1966)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO MEREDITH ROSS

 

   Meredith P. Ross, 59, of Sanford, died Sunday at the Jodeman Nursing Home, West Branch, following an illness of seven months. Born in Grover City, Ohio, Sept. 11, 1906, he came to Gladwin County with his parents in his youth. For the past 10 years he had lived in Sanford and prior to that in Pontiac. Mr. Ross' wife, Olive, preceded him in death July 22, 1964.

   Survivors include his parents, Mr. and Mrs. David S. Ross of Beaverton; a sister, Mrs. William (Betty) Rogers of Saginaw; four brothers, Rondal of Beaverton, L. J. of Mt. Pleasant, Wayne of Enon, Ohio, and Warren of Portland, Ore. He was a member of the Beaverton F. & A.M. Lodge. Special Masonic rites were held at the Hall Funeral Home Tuesday evening.

   Funeral services were held today (Wednesday) at 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Roger Browne, of the Beaverton Presbyterian Church, officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery at Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 06-29/1966 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

RONALD L. ROSS (20 MAY 1911 - 8 SEP 1971)

 

Ronald Ross, 60 of 2784 Knox Rd., Beaverton, died of a heart attack Wednesday evening, Sept. 8, at the Gladwin Area Hospital. Born in Beaverton, May 20, 1911, Mr. Ross graduated from Beaverton High School in 1929, and attended Saginaw Business College. He was self-employed as an electrical contractor in Gladwin County until 1940 when he went to work at Dow Chemical as an electrician, retiring in June, 1969. He and the former Marion Mitchell were married in Birch Run Feb. 21, 1936. He was a resident of Gladwin County his entire lifetime.

   Surviving are his wife, Marion; one son, David of Beaverton; four daughters, Mrs. Lewis (Maryann) Dull, and Mrs. Jerry (Sally) Hicks, both of Beaverton, Mrs. Maurice (Ronna) Hosfor, and Mrs. John (Sue) Malosh, both of Sanford; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. David S. Ross of Beaverton; three brothers, Wayne of Enon, Ohio, L. J. of Mt. Pleasant, and Warren of Portland, Ore.; one sister, Mrs. William (Betty) Rodgers of Saginaw; and 17 grandchildren. One brother, Meredith, died in 1967.

   Services were held Friday, Sept. 10, at 4:00 p.m., at the Mathews Funeral Home, with the Rev. Jack Gray officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-15/1971 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

ASA B. ROWE (5 APRIL 1880 - 6 OCT 1949)

 

ADA ANN (BOYCE) RUPP (28 NOV 1883 - 15 OCT 1964)

 

RITES HELD FOR MRS. ADA RUPP

 

   Services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. for Mrs. Ada Ann Rupp, 80, who died Thursday after a long illness. The former Ada Boyce was born in Delta, Ohio, on Nov. 28, 1883. Mrs. Rupp came to Gladwn County in 1907 and was married to Edward Rupp. He preceded her in death on Feb. 3, 1960.

   Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Earl Rau, Wooden Shoe Village, and Mrs. Charles Sheperd, of Rhodes; seven grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Services were held in the Beaverton Church of the Brethren with the Rev. Randall Roose officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-21/1964 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

ANNA (HORNISH) RUPP (1885 - 9 NOV 1959)

 

SERVICES THURSDAY FOR MRS. RUPP

 

   Mrs. Anna Rupp passed away Monday afternoon at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, where she had been a patient for the past two months. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Rupp came to Gladwin County in 1912 and made Beaverton their home most of the time since. Mr. Rupp died several years ago and three years ago Mrs. Rupp went to Farmington.

   Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 p.m. at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren with the Rev. Paul Huffman, of Trinity Church of the Brethren in Detroit, officiating. He will be assisted by the Rev. Carl Hilbert of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. Burial will be made in Dale Cemetery.

   Surviving are three sons, Rob-er, of Farmington, and William and Earl, of Detroit; three daughters, Miss Noreen Rupp, of Farmington, and Mrs. Edward Martin and Mrs. Thomas Larkins of Detroit; a brother, the Rev. Jay Hornish, Jewell, Ohio; a half-brother and three half-sisters, all in Ohio. Gladwin County Record dated 11-11/1959 Column - 8 Page - 1

 

EDWARD RUPP (01 MARCH 1878 - 03 FEB 1960)

 

LONG ILLNESS FATAL TO EDWARD RUPP

 

   Edward Rupp, 81 retired farmer, died February 3, after a lingering illness. Mr. Rupp, born March 1, 1878 in Larned, Kansa, had been a resident of Gladwin County since 1911. He married the former Miss Ada Boyce in 1912. Survivors are his wife , Ada; two daughters, Mrs. Mildred Shepard, of Estay, and Mrs. Nellie Rau, of Beaverton; two brothers, Oscar of Pioneer, Ohio and Irvin of Ft. Wayne, Ind.; and seven grandchildren.

   Funeral services will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Hilbert will officiate and burial will be in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-03/1960 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

NORA M. RUPP (1907 - 1992)

 

WALTER RUPP (10 JAN 1881 - 29 DEC 1954)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR WALTER RUPP

 

   Funeral services for Walter Rupp, 73, Tobacco township farmer, were held Saturday, Jan. 1 at 2:00 p.m. at the Beaverton church of the Brethren, with the Rev. Ernest Jehnsen, pastor of the church and Rev. Arthur Whisler, presiding Elder officiating. The son of the late Benjamin and Elizabeth Rupp, he was born January 10, 1881 at Larned, Kansas. On Septmeber 2, 1906, he was married to the former Anna Hornish at Defiance, Ohio. A farmer most of his life, he retired from heavy farm work several years ago because of ill health. He has been a resident of Gladwin county for more than 40 years, and was a member of Church of the Brethren.

   His survivors include his wife, Anna; three daughters, Miss Norene Rupp, Mrs. Tom Larkin and Mrs. Edward Martin of Detroit; three sons, Earl and Robert of Detroit and William of Midland; five grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Eli Flory of Defiance, Ohio, and Mrs. Dan English of Bryan, Ohio; and three brothers, Oscar fo Pioneer, Ohio, Ervin of Ft. Wayne, Ind., and Edward of Beaverton. Interment was made in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-05/1955 Column - 3 Page - 1

  

 

? RUSSELL (1898 - 1899) Son of John & Ida Russell.

 

BEATRICE RUSSELL (1913 - 1969)

 

BRUCE BERNIE RUSSELL (1897 - 26 JULY 1919)

 

GEORGE DAVID RUSSELL (4 APRIL 1893 - 23 JAN 1973)

 

George D. Russell, 79, of Lyle Road, Beaverton, died Tuesday, Jan. 23, at the Clare Hospital following an illness of two days. A life-time resident and farmer of Gladwin County, Mr. Russell was born in the Dale Community April 4, 1893. He was married to Nellie Killian May 15, 1918, in Beaverton, and she preceded him in death May 25, 1958. Mr. Russell and Mrs. Celia Carrier were married in Pontiac Dec. 17, 1960, and she died April 29, 1969.

   Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Luella Kindle of Coleman and Mrs. Leona Randle of Clare; a brother Lawson of AuGres; and a sister, Mrs. Ruth Randle of Indian River; six grandchildren and five great grandsons. Services were held Saturday at 2:00 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home, in Beaverton, with the Rev. Wesley Huggard and the Rev. Arthur Munger officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-31/1973 Column - 7 Page - 2

 

IDA RUSSELL (1869 - 1927)

 

JEANETTE "NETTIE" (DUMONT) (LORD) RUSSELL (22 JUNE 1897 - 7 OCT 1985)

 

Nettie Lord Russell, 88, of 222 Sears St., Beaverton, died Monday, Oct. 7, in the Gladwin Area Hospital after a short illness. Born in Tobacco Township June 22, 1897, she had spent her lifetime in Gladwin County. She had been employed by several businesses in the Beaverton area. The former Nettie Dumont, she was married to Floyd R. Lord May 7, 1914, in Beaverton. He died Aug. 28, 1965. She then married Lawson N. Russell Oct. 18, 1973, in Standish. He preceded her in death Sept. 16, 1978.

   Surviving are 2 daughters, Mrs. Letha Hagenbaugh of Beaverton and Mrs. Dorothy Rowley of Clio; 5 step-daughters, Mrs. Marcia Koepke, Mrs. Ida Mae Daniels, Mrs. Karen Tanner and Mrs. Loa Dell Pressler of Mt. Morris and Mrs. Norma Pratt of Grand Blanc; 27 grandchildren and several great and great great grandchildren.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeal Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Bruce Hatch officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-09/1985 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

JOHN A. RUSSELL (1867 - 11 DEC 1902)

 

The remains of John Russell, buried by mistake in the wrong place, were today taken up and moved to the lot belonging to the family. So much for not having a good plat of the cemetery.

 

John Russell, late from Canada, died Dec. 11, at his home here, of consumption. He was a well-known and highly respected farmer, and leaves a wife and five children. Mr. Russell was a member of the Gleaner lodge. Gladwin County Record dated 12-19/1902 Column – 2 Page – 8.

 

LAWSON N. RUSSELL (11 MAY 1895 - 16 SEP 1978)

 

Lawson N. Russell, 83, of 222 Sears St., Beaverton, died Saturday, Sept. 16, in the Gladwin Area Hospital following a short illness. Born in Gladwin County on May 11, 1895, he retired in 1960 from General Motors Buick division in Flint. He moved back to Gladwin County in 1975 from Flint. Mr. Russell and the former Jeanette Lord were married on October 18, 1973, in Sandish.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 6 daughters, Mrs. Lyle (Madeline) Foote of Flint, Mrs. Ida Daniels, Mrs. George (Karen) Tanner and Mrs. Lowell (Loa Dell) Pressler of Mt. Morris and Mrs. Larry (Norma) Pratt of Grand Blanc; 2 step-daughters, Mrs. Lloyd (Leatha) Hagenbaugh of Beaverton and Mrs. Dorothy Rowley of Clio; one sister, Mrs. Ruth Randall of Tawas; 27 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.

   Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Elder Leon Methner officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-20/1978 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

NELLIE BEATRICE (KILLIAN) RUSSELL (8 JULY 1899 - 25 MAY 1958)

 

SERVICES TODAY FOR MRS. GEORGE RUSSELL

 

   Mrs. Nellie Beatrice Russell, 58, of Beaverton, died Sunday after a year's illness. She was born on July 8, 1899, at Hicksville, Ohio, and came to Gladwin County 48 years ago. On May 15, 1918, the former Miss Nellie Beatrice Killian was married to George Russell in Beaverton. Last May 18 the couple celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary.

   Survivors include her husband, George; two daughters, Mrs Luella Neal, of Beaverton, and Mrs. Leona Randle, of Clare five grandchildren; three brothers, George and Arthur Killian, of Flint; and two sisters, Mrs. Florence White and Mrs. Lois Calhoon, of Beaverton.

   Funeral services will be held today (Wednesday) at 2 p.m. at the Church of the Brethren in Beaverton. The Rev. Arthur Whisler will officiate and burial will be in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-28/1958 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

TILLEY RUSSELL (24 JUNE 1834 - 24 MAY 1905)

 

Mrs. Ida Russell's mother died of old age at the home of her daughter Tuesday. Gladwin County Record dated 5-26/1905 Column – 1 Page – 8.

 

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J. MURIEL SAMPSON (12 AUG 1911 - 10 DEC 1955)

 

Mrs. Muriel Sampson, 44, of Beaverton, died Saturday, Dec. 10 at Traverse City after an illness of five years. The former Miss Muriel Cottrell, she was born Aug. 12, 1911 in Beaverton and had resided here most of her life. On Nov. 27, 1928, she was married to William Sampson at Pontiac.

   Surviving are her husband; one son, Richard Dean Sampson of Clare; three daughters, Mrs. (Continued on Page 2) Elaine Fackler, Jeanette and Sharon of Mt. Pleasant; one granddaughter Linda Ann Sampson of Clare; her mother, Mrs. Della Morris; four sisters, Mrs. Helen Methner, Mrs. Ola Hildenbrand, Mrs. Marion Snyder and Mrs. Margaret Woodruff, all of Beaverton.

   Funeral services were held Monday at the Beaverton Presbyterian Church with burial in the Dale cemetery. The Rev. John K. Osborn and Paul Mueller officiated. Gladwin County Record dated 12-14/1955 Column - 7 Page - 1

 

DONALD G. SCHEELE (1928 - 1934)

 

ERNEST HERMAN SCHEELE (29 AUG 1902 - 4 DEC 1972)

 

Ernest Herman Scheele, 70, of So. M-18, Beaverton, died Monday, December 4, at the Gladwin Area Hospital following a long illness. Mr. Scheele was born at Deshler, Ohio, August 29, 1902, the son of Henry and Mary Norden Scheele. He came to Beaverton in 1920 with his parents and they settled on the farm he farmed until 1962 when illness forced him to retire. Mr. Scheele and the former Velma Russell were married Sept. 27, 1930, at Oberlin. He was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church and of the Farm Bureau.

   Surviving are his wife Velma; one son, Herbert of Lexington, Ky.; and two daughters, Mrs. Lewis (Verna) Richmond and Delores Spitler, both of Beaverton; a sister, Mrs. Ray Longstreth of Beaverton; and eight grandchildren. Services will be held Thursday at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Gladwin, at 2:00 p.m. with the Rev. John Hieber officiating. Burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. There will be a prayer service Wednesday evening at 9:00 at the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin. Gladwin County Record dated 12-06/1972 Column - 1 Page - 2

 

HENRY DUETRICK SCHEELE, JR (8 JUNE 1894 - 9 DEC 1938)

 

Henry D. Scheele Dies Saturday at Beaverton

Henry D. Scheele was born june 8, 1894 in Ohio, and died Saturday morning at his home in

Beaverton. He was married to Ida Steinhaus in 1924. To them was born one child who died in 1934.

 

Surviving, besides his wife, are his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Scheele; one brother,

Ernest; and; a sister, Mrs. Ray Longstreth, both of Beaverton. Funeral services were held Moday at 2:30; p.m. from the Dale church with Rev. H. F. Brietzke officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 12-14/1938 Column – 1 Page – 12.

 

HENRY DUETRICK SCHEELE, SR (1862 - 8 MAY 1942)

 

Henry Scheele, 80, Beaverton township, died at his home Friday, May 8. Gladwin County Record dated 5-13/1942 Column – 2 Page – 6.

 

MARY (NORTON) SCHEELE (17 AUG 1866 - 16 FEB 1950)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS. MARY SCHEELE

 

   Services for Mary Scheele, 83, were held on Sunday afternoon from St. Paul's Lutheran church, wiht the Rev. H. F. Brietzke officiating. Burial was made in the Dale cemetery. A prayer service was held at the Hall Funeral Home at 1:30.

   Mrs. Scheele was born in Germany on August 17, 1866. She was married to Henry Scheele, who preceded her in death about five years ago. They came to Gladwin from Detroit 30 years ago, operating a farm in Beaverton township. Mrs. Scheele died at the home of her son, Ernest, in Beaverton township, on Thursday, February 16.

   Surviving are one son, Ernest; one daughter, Mrs. Mary Longstreth, of Beaverton; 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; one brother, Fred Norton, and one sister, Mrs. Sophie Riebersal, both of Woodburn, Indiana. Three sons and two daughters are deceased. Gladwin County Record dated 02-22/1950 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

VELMA L. (RUSSELL) SCHEELE (12 NOV 1909 - 24 APRIL 2004)

Velma L. Scheele, Velma L. Scheele, age 94, of Beaverton died April 24, 2004 at Gladwin Living Centre. She was born Nov. 12, 1909 in Beaverton to Braddock and Alberta (Johnson) Russell. She lived in Gladwin County her whole life and was a home maker. She attended Our Savior Lutheran Church in Gladwin. She married Ernest Scheele on Sept. 27, 1930 in Oberlin. He died in 1972.

Surviving are her son Herbert (Angela) Scheele of Henderson, Tenn.; daughters Verna (Lewis) Richmond of Beaverton, and Delores Spitler of Clare; eight grandchildren, eleven Great grandchildren and one Great great grandchild; and several nephews and nieces. She is predeceased by her husband; sisters Gladys Dangler, Rachel Anderson, and Beatrice Longstreth; brothers Carl, Harry and Harold; and Great grandson Matthew Richmond.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, April 27 at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Gladwin, with pastor Timothy Verity officiating. Burial took place at Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Arrangments were by Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton.

DOROTHY M. SCHEIBNER (28 MAY 1924 - 17 JUNE 1992)

 

Mrs. Dorothy M. Scheibner, 68, of 1418 Highland Cove, Beaverton, died suddenly Wednesday, June 17, 1992, at her home. Born in Detroit, May 28, 1924, she came to Gladwin County in 1986 from Mt. Clemens. She was a member of the DAV Auxiliary, Wolverine State Post 33 in Detroit. The former Dorothy Utych, she was married to Rinold Scheibner on June 11, 1971, in Detroit. He died Feb. 22, 1990.

   Surviving are 2 sons, Anthony Kloka of Metamora and Nicholas Kloka of Bay City; one brother, Gerald of Oak Park; one sister, Rita Gervals of New Baltimore; and 4 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, Raymond Utych. Rites will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Father James Heller will officiate and burial will be in teh Tobacco Township Cemetery. A Christian wake service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Friday. Gladwin County Record dated 06-24/1992 Column - 2 Page - 2

 

RONALD EMIL SCHEIBNER (10 NOV 1925 - 22 FEB 1990)

 

Rinold E. Scheibner, 64, of 1418 Highland Cove, Beaverton, died suddenly Thursday, Feb. 22, 1990, in the MidMichigan Regional Medical Center, Midland. Born in Detroit, Nov. 10, 1925, he moved to Gladwin County in 1986 from Mt. Clemens. Mr. Scheibner was a machinist for Chrysler Motors, Detroit Forge Plant, for 17 years until retiring in 1974. He served in the Marine Corps during World War II and was a member of the Wolverine State Post 33 DAV in Detroit. Mr. Scheibner and the former Dorothy Kloka were married June 11, 1971, in Detroit.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 step-sons, Anthony Kloka of Metamora and Nicholas Kloka of Detroit; 2 brothers, Ewald of Warren and Donald of Sterling Heights; 2 sisters, Mrs. Lillian Williams of Detroit and Mrs. Eileen Hilliard of Sterling Heights; and 4 grandchildren.

   Rites were held Monday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Roger Hardy officiated and burial was in Tobacco Township Cemetery. Military graveside services were by the Gladwin County VFW Post 7303. Gladwin County Record dated 02-28/1990 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

BERTHA J. (CLINGERMAN) SCHROCK (6 OCT 1891 - 9 NOV 1989)

 

Bertha J. Schrock, 98, of Flint, died Thursday, Nov. 9, 1989, in the Flint Osteopathic Hospital after a long illness. Born in Belfontaine, Ohio, Oct. 6, 1891, she moved from Beaverton to Flint many years ago. Mrs. Schrock was a member of the R.L.D.S. Church in Flint. The former Bertha Clingerman, she was married to Willis Schrock and he preceded her in death in 1944.

   Surviving are 2 daughters, Mrs. Kenneth (Grace) Johnson of Flint and Mrs. Lloyd (Irene) Domine of Mt. Morris; a daughter-in-law, Peg Schrock of Grayling; 5 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. A son, Kenneth, preceded her in death in 1966 and a grandson, Richard Johnson, in 1973.

   Rites were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Reigle Funeral Home, Flint. Hall Funeral Home conducted the graveside services Saturday at 3:30 p.m. at the Tobacco Township Cemetery with Elder Sam Asch officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 11-15/1989 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

JOHN WILLIS SCHROCK (1883 - 1944)

 

ALICE JANE (KEMERER) SCOBY (2 AUG 1865 - 19 MAY 1948)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS. ALICE SCOBY

 

   Funeral services for Mrs. Alice Scoby, 82, of Dale, were held on Sunday May 16, at the Dale Methodist church. The Rev. Donald Sailor officiated and burial was made in the Dale cemetery. Alice Jane Scoby, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Josiah Kemerer, was born in Paulding county, Ohio, on August 2, 1865. In 1889 she was married to Edwin G. Scoby, who died 14 years ago. Mr. and Mrs. Scoby spent the first years of their married life in Ohio, moving to Michigan and settling in Tobacco township in 1894. Mrs. Scoby had been making her home with relatives in Flint for the past year where she passed away on May 19.

   Surviving are two sons, Clarence Scoby, on Montrose, and Charles Scoby, of Beaverton; one sister, Mrs. Emma Watts, of Crooksville, Ohio; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; five nephews and three nieces. Gladwin County Record dated 06-02/1948 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

CHARLES NORMAN SCOBY (20 APRIL 1920 - 21 MARCH 1969)

 

CHARLES S. SCOBY (15 JAN 1893 - 20 MARCH 1974)

 

Charles S. Scoby, 81, of 2007 Dale Rd., Beaverton, died Wednesday, March 20, at a local nursing home following a brief illness. Born in Fulton County, Ohio, January 15, 1893, he had spent most of his life in Gladwin County. He was the son of Edward and Alice Kemer Scoby and was a farmer until his retirement. From 1922 to 1930, he was employed in Flint at the Buick factory and as a motorman in the streetcar system. He and the former Mildred Nelson were married June 17, 1914 in Gladwin County. Mr. Scoby served as Tobacco Township clerk and on the Beaverton School board of education. He was a member of the Dale United Methodist Church and of the Beaverton F. & A.M.

   Surviving are his wife Mildred; 2 daughters, Mrs. Marguerite Kelley of Elsie and Mrs. Viola Chandler of Lompot, Calif.; 2 sons, Gerald of Gladwin and Norman of Richmond; 10 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. A son, John, died May 21, 1969.

   Services were held Saturday at 2:00 p.m. at the Dale United Methodist Church with the Rev. Zina Bennett officiating and burial was in Dale Cemetery. A Masonic memorial service was held Friday evening at Hall Funeal Home. Gladwin County Record dated 03-27/1974 Column - 1 Page - 2

 

CLARENCE N. SCOBY (25 APRIL 1895 - 26 JULY 1968)

 

RITES HELD HERE FOR EX-RESIDENT

 

   Clarence N. Scoby, 73, of Montrose and formerly of Beaverton, died suddenly at his home last Friday. Born in Gladwin County on April 25, 1895, he moved to Montrose 40 years ago. Mr. Scoby was a veteran of World War I. He married the former Thelma Nolan on March 11, 1922, in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Vance of Montrose; one brother, Charles of Beaverton; and one grandchild. Services were held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Dale Methodist Church. The Rev. A. H. Keesler officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 07-31/1968 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

EDWIN G. SCOBY (1862 - 1934)

 

JOHN EDWIN SCOBY (6 JUNE 1922 - 21 MAY 1969)

 

EX-RESIDENT DIES IN CAR ACCIDENT

 

   John E. Scoby, 46, of Elkton, Md., died Wednesday, May 21; in an automobile accident in Maryland. Born in Tobacco Township on June 6, 1922, he lived in the county until 1942. Mr. Scoby was a navy veteran of World War II and was a salesman for the American Engineering Co.

   He is survived by his wife the former Carolyn Causey; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Scoby, of Beaverton; one son Gary and one daughter, Delene, both of Maryland; two sisters, Mrs. Marguerite Kelley, of Flint and Mrs. Viola Chandler of Lompot, Calif.; and two brothers, Charles, of Mt. Clemens and Gerald, of Gladwin.

   Rites were held Saturday at 1:30 p.m. from the Dale United Methodist Church. The Rev. A. H. Keesler officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated  05-28/1969 Column - 1 Page - 2  

 

MILDRED P. SCOBY (14 JULY 1895 - 6 JAN 1984)

 

Mildred P. Scoby, 88, 215 S. Antler St., Gladwin died Friday, Jan. 6, in the Gladwin Area Hospital. Born in Nelsonville, Ohio, on July 14, 1895, she came to Michigan in 1901 and spent most of her life in the Beaverton area. She was a member of the Dale United Methodist Church and United Methodist Women. The former Mildred Nelson, she was married to Charles Scoby June 17, 1914, in Tobacco Township. He preceded her in death in 1974.

   Surviving are 2 sons, Gerald of Gladwin and Charles of Summerland Key, Fla.; 2 daughters, Mrs. Robert (Marguerite) Kelley of Elsie and Mrs. Wilson (Viola) Percival of Lompac, Calif.; one brother, John Nelson fo Bowling Green, Ohio; 10 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren; 4 step-grandchildren and 8 step-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by a son, John in 1969 and a brother, Charles in 1983.

   Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Dale United Methodist Church. The Rev. Bruce Hatch officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangement were by the Mathews Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 01-11/1984 Column - 3 Page – 2

 

(Midland Daily News, Jan. 9, 1984)

 

Mildred P. Scoby, 88, of Gladwin, died Friday evening, Jan. 6, 1984, in the Gladwin Area Hospital.

 

She was born July 14, 1895, in Nelsonville, Ohio.  She moved to Michigan in 1901, and married Charles S. Scoby, June 17, 1914, in Tobacco Township.  He died in 1974.  She was a member of the Dale United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Women.

 

She leaves sons, Gerald Scoby of Gladwin and Charles Scoby of Summerland Key, Fla.; daughters, Mrs. Robert (Marguerite) Kelley of Elsie and Mrs. Wilson (Viola) Percival of Lompoc, Calif.; brother, John Nelson of Bowling Green, Ohio; 10 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; four step grandchildren; and eight step great grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by a son, John Scoby, in 1969, and brother, Charles Nelson in 1983.

 

Services will be at 1pm Tuesday in Dale United Methodist Church with the Rev. Bruce Hatch officiating.  Burial will be in Dale Cemetery.  Friends may call at Mathew Funeral Home until 9pm today.  Memorials are suggested to the Dale United Methodist Church.

 

 

THELMA M. (NOLAN) SCOBY (03 MARCH 1903 - 15 JULY 1971)

 

Services were held Saturday afternoon at the Dale United Methodist Church, Beaverton, for Mrs. Thelma Scoby, 68, of Montrose. Mrs. Scoby died Thursday, July 15, at Genesee Memorial Hospital, Flint, following an illness of three weeks. Born in Edenville, March 3, 1903, she had been a resident of Beaverton before going to Montrose 42 years ago. She was married to Clarence Scoby March 11, 1922, in Beaverton, and he preceded her in death July 26, 1968.

   Mrs. Scoby is survived by one son, Vance of Montrose; and four grandchildren. The Rev. Zina Bennett officiated at the 2:00 rites and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Hall Funeral Home was in charge of the services. Gladwin County Record dated 07-21/1971 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

? SCOTT (? - ?)

 

DAVID CHANDLER SCOTT (1836 - 15 APRIL 1910)

 

One of the oldest residents of Tobacco township, David C. Scott, died Friday, April 15, of bright's disease, aged 74. Mr. Scott settled in Tobacco in 1878, where his family was reared and he cleared a large farm. He was born in Ireland in 1836, and was united in marriage there in 1862 to Letitia Dow (a sister to the late James G. Dow of Tobacco), who survives. To the union were born three sons and three daughters, of whom five of the children are living: William J. of Tobacco, James of Beaverton, and Norman of Flint; Eliza, married to Aaron Lince, lives at Shroeder, Minn., Hattie, married to Walter Fairchild, lives in Benzie county.

   Mr. Scott settled in Lewis county, N.Y., in 1865, there residing until coming to Gladwin county. He was a member of the Presbyterian church. The esteem in which he was held was attested by the large attendance of old friends and neighbors at the funeral held Sunday at the residence at Dale, where burial took place. Gladwin County Record dated 04-21/1910 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

{ON THE 1894 CENSUS AS A CIVIL WAR VETERAN LIVING IN BENTLEY TOWNSHIP}.

 

IDA MAY (HICKS) SCOTT (29 MARCH 1866 - 9 MARCH 1906) - Wife of James D. Scott.

 

   MRS. JAMES SCOTT---Ida Hicks was born March 28, 1866, at Edenville, Mich. She was united in marriage Feb. 22, 1889, to James D. Scott of Tobacco. To this union were born five children, two daughters and three sons, all of whom are living. She died from consumption March 9, 1906. Deceased had been a resident of Dale many years, and was always held in highest esteem by those who knew her.

   "To know her was but to love her." Her death has brought sorrow to many homes, but we can but feel that our loss is her gain.

 

   An angel came into our home.

     Our suffering one to see;

   It smiled and said in sweetest tone.

   "Oh come, I gently bear thee home with me."

 

   With joyful heart she heard this plea.

     And leaving all her earthly care,

   Sweetly answered. "I'll gladly go to rest with thee.

     "And wait me loved one over there."

Gladwin County Record dated 03-16/1906 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

JAMES DOW SCOTT (02 FEB 1866 - 30 MAY 1938)

 

SERVICES HELD AT DALE FOR JAMES DOW SCOTT

 

   James Dow Scott of Boyce City, who was well known in Beaverton in the pioneer lumber days, died at his

home May 30. He was born in the state of New YorkFebruary 2, 1866, and came to Michigan with his parents in 1878. He was married to Miss Ida Hicks, who preceded him in death in 1902. To them were born five children, Charles of Ann Arbor, Elba of Detroit, and Eva of the same city. These three were in attendance at the funeral. Gordon of Detroit and Aldo of Portland, Orgon, were not present. In 1904 he was married to Miss Nora Heacocks of Beaverton. To this union was born one daughter, Leona,

who also attended the funeral.

   Mr. Scott had two brothers and two sisters, all surviving, William of Beaverton, Norman of Flint, Mrs.

Hattie Fairchilds of Cadillac and Mrs. Eliza Lince of Two Harbors, Minn. The funeral procession left Boyne City on Wednesday, June 1, and stopped in Beaverton at the home of his brother, William Scott. At 1:30 they proceeded to the Dale Methodist church, where services were conducted by Elder S. T. Pendleton of Beaverton, with burial in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-08/1938 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

MAUD L. SCOTT (26 JAN 1884 - APRIL 1900)

 

FRANCES A. (REED) SEARSON (9 FEB 1925 - 13 AUG 1980)

 

Mrs. Frances A. Searson, 55, 291 Wackerly, Sanford, died Wednesday, Aug. 13, in the Flint Osteopathic Hospital following a short illness. Born in Towanda, Kan., on February 9, 1925, she moved to Sanford five years ago from Beaverton. The former Frances Reed, she was married to Thomas Searson September 16, 1946, in Towanda.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by 3 sons, Thomas E. and Ronald of Flint and Merton of Beaverton; one daughter, Mrs. James (Polly) Ryan of Birch Run; 3 brothers, James, Merton and George and one sister Mrs. Lara Mae Thompson, all of Kansas; and 8 grandchildren.

   Services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Henry List officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-20/1980 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

GLEE TENNYSON SEARSON, SR (24 NOV 1895 - 2 OCT 1976)

 

Glee Tennyson Searson, 80, of 1363 Knox Rd., Beaverton, died Saturday, Oct. 2, in the Saginaw Veteran's Hospital following an illness of six months. Born in Dola, Ohio, on November 24, 1895, he came to Gladwin County in 1946 from Kansas. A retired steam fitter, he was a member of Saginaw Local 85 of the Michigan United Association of Journeyman and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry. Mr. Searson was a veteran of World War I. He was married to the former Violet Matthews on September 29, 1917, in Tuscola County.

   Surviving besides his wife are 4 sons, Glee Jr. of Glendale Heights, Ill., Thomas of Sanford, Donald of Eldorado, Kan, and James of Sanford; 3 daughters, Mrs. Betty Tice of Eldorado, Kan., Mrs. Rosemary Kirk of Bradenton, Fla., and Mrs. Patsy Brewer of Beaverton; one sister, Mrs. Lesta Knox of Beaverton; 35 grandchildren and 46 great grandchildren.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. James Braid officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-06/1976 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

MICHAEL DUANE SEARSON (10 JUNE 1951 - 11 OCT 1951)

 

INFANT DIES

 

   Michael Duane Searson, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Searson of Beaverton, died at his home on Thursday, October 11. Funeral services were held on Saturday afternoon from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Ernest Jehnsen, pastor of the Beaverton Brethren church officiated and burial was made in the Dale cemetery.

   Michael Duane was born on June 10, 1951 and is survived by his parents, one brother, Thomas, 2, and a sister, Pauline, 3; his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Glea Searson of Beaverton and Mrs. Myrtle Reed of Towanda, Kansas. Gladwin County Record dated 10-17/1951 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

RONALD C. SEARSON (3 AUG 1954 - 3 SEP 1994)

 

Ronald C. Searson, 40, of Flint, died Saturday, Sept. 3, 1994, in his Flint home following a sudden illness. Born Aug. 3, 1954 in Gladwin, he was a Beaverton resident until he moved to Flint 20 years ago. Mr Searson was an assembly worker for the Buick Motor Division in Flint, where he retired in 1981.

   Survivors include one son, Laban Searson of Flint; father, Thomas Searson of Birch Run; one sister, Polly and husband James Ryan of Birch Run; 2 brothers, Thomas and wife Diana Searson of Birch Run, and Merton Scarson of Ohio; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, Frances Searson and brother, Michael Searson.

   Rites will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Pastor Elwyn MacDonald will officiate, and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery in Tobacco Township. Gladwin County Record dated 09-14/1994 Column - 2 Page - 6

 

THOMAS E. SEARSON (1 OCT 1923 - 21 DEC 1999)

 

Thomas E. Searson, 76, of Birth Run, died Tuesday, Dec. 21, 1999 at home. He was born Oct. 1, 1923 in Oklahoma. Thomas married Frances Reed, Sept. 15, 1945 in Towanda, Kan. She preceded him in death. He had been employed by The Dow Chemical Company, retiring in 1980. He loved to fish, especially with his family.

   Surviving are one daughter, Polly and husband Jim Ryan of Birch Run; two sons, Thomas and wife Diana of Birch Run, and Merton and wife Christine of Burt; 10 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; one sister, Patsy and husband Rev. Alton Brewer; and two brothers, James and wife Audrey, and Donald and wife Crystal. He was preceded in death by two sons, Michael and Ronald.

   Services were held at 10 a.m. Thursday at the Krauss-Torhan Funeral Home in Birch Run with Rev. Cyril Haines officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the VNA/Hospice. Gladwin County Record dated 12-29/1999 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

VIOLET G. (MATHEWS) SEARSON (23 OCT 1897 - 5 MARCH 1981)

 

Violet G. Searson, 83, of 1363 West Knox Rd., Beaverton, died Thursday, March 5, at the home of her daughter Patsy Brewer, after a long illness. Born in Beaverton on October 23, 1897, she moved back to Beaverton from Kansas in 1945. The former Violet Mathews, she married Glee Searson September 29, 1917, in Tuscola County. He preceded her in death October 2, 1976.

   Surviving are 4 sons, Glee Jr. of Glendale Heights, Ill.; Thomas and James of Sanford and Donald of Mt. Pleasant City, Ohio; 3 daughters, Mrs. Lawrence (Betty) Tice of Eldorado, Kan., Mrs. Cecil (Rosemary) Kirk of Bradenton, Fla. and Mrs. Alton (Patsy) Brewer of Beaverton; one brother, Thomas Mathews of Beaverton; one sister, Mrs. Myrtle Banks of Edenville; 30 grandchildren; 71 great grandchildren; and one great great grandchild.

   Services were held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. James Braid officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-11/1981 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

DORIS MARIE SERSAW (9 FEB 1957 - 15 APRIL 1957)

 

INFANT SUCCUMBS

 

   Doris Marie Sersaw died suddenly at her home on April 15. She was born on Feb. 9, in Gladwin. Her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Loren Sersaw survive; also a brother, Loren, at home; the grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Hazen Swanton of Beaverton and Mr. and Mrs. James Sersaw of Coleman. The funeral will be held this afternoon at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home with the Rev. Otis Smith officiating. Burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-17/1957 Column - 4 Page - 1  

 

ELIZA (BARDEN) SEWARD (16 NOV 1856 - 17 APRIL 1937)

 

MRS. ELIZA A. SEWARD OF TOBACCO TP. DIES

 

   Funeral services were held at the Dale Methodist church Tuesday, April 20, for Mrs. Eliza A. Seward, conducted by Rev. B. F. Wade. Burial was at the Dale cemetery. Second daughter of Benson L. and Mary Barden. She was born November 16, 1856 and married Melvin D. Seward September 25, 1873. Mr. and Mrs. Seward came to Gladwin about 35 years ago. Mr Seward died June 10, 1932. Mrs. Seward died April 17, 1937, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Claude Onweller, in Tobacco township.

   Surviving her are her three children: George B. Seward, Mrs. Lucy Onweller and Bertha Quellet, 28 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Those attending the funeral from away are: Mr. and Mrs. Willard Gunn, Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Barden of Ohio, Mr. and Mrs. Vern Barden of Coleman, Mr. and Mrs. George Seward of Wheeler, Mrs. Bertha Quillette of Hale, Mr. and Mrs. Harrison Seward of Midland, Mrs. Clyde Staley, Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Quellette, Fern Merrill and Nora Quellette, all of Saginaw, Mrs. Norman Spacek fo Midland and Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Tompkins of Lansing, and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Young of Royal Oak. Gladwin County Record dated 04-28/1937 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

EMMA R. SEWARD (1904 - 1968)

 

GEORGE B. SEWARD (1875 - 1953)

 

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LENA SEWARD (1876 - 1958)

 

MELVIN D. SEWARD (15 JAN 1854 - 10 JUNE 1932)

 

Melvin D. Seward, born at Seward, Ohio, Jan. 15, 1854, died suddenly at his home in Tobacco township June 10, 1932, from heart disease, 78 years, four months and 25 days old, having been a resident of Gladwin county 35 years, his wife and three children surviving him. He was married to Eliza A. Barden Sept. 25, 1873, at Fairfield, Michigan. The children born to the union are George B. Seward; Bertha, wife of Elmer Quillet; and Lucy, wife of Claude Onweller.

   Funeral service was held Sunday and conducted by Rev. William McKimmy. The remains were interred at the Dale cemetery. Two brothers, Charles of Lyons, Ohio, and William of Jasper, Michigan, also survive him. Gladwin County Record dated 06-16/1932 Column - 7 Page - 1

 

VELMA SEWARD (BABY) (? - ?)

 

ALBERT H. SEYMOUR (27 MARCH 1891 - 19 JULY 1956)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO ELDER SEYMOUR

 

   Elder Albert H. Seymour, 65, a resident of Gladwin county for 30 years, passed away July 19, after an illness of two years. Mr. Seymour was born March 27, 1891 in Bay County, and married the former Mary A. Blodgett on March 17, 1912 in Beaverton. He has been an ordained minister for 38 years and a member of the R.L.D.S. Church of Beaverton for 42 years. He was a carpenter as a sideline.

   Surviving are his wife, Mary; two sons, Lawrence E. of Livonia and Roy D. of Corunna; one daughter, Mrs. Edna Rynard of Sugar Island; 12 grandchildren; three brothers, Floyd of Mt. Pleasant, George of Eau Claire; Fred of Defiance, Ohio; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Landon of Wilford, Ark. and Mrs. Viva Cain of Flint. Four sons and one daughter preceded him in death.

   Funeral services were held Sunday, at 2:30 p.m. at the Beaverton Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints with the Elder Lewis Grice of Midland officiating, assisted by the Elder Alvin Pendleton. Burial was in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-25/1956 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

EARL E. SEYMOUR (1915 - 1921)

 

ESTHER E. SEYMOUR (21 JULY 1919 - AUG 1919) - 3 weeks old - Twin of A. Seymour.

 

We were sorry to; hear of the death of Mr. and Mrs. A. Seymour's, baby. It was a twin, and was

buried at Dale Saturday. Gladwin County Record dated 8-14/1919 Column – 2 Page – 8.

 

GUY A. SEYMOUR (1922 - 1924)

 

MARY A. SEYMOUR (13 FEB 1892 - 15 OCT 1975)

 

Mrs. Mary Seymour, 83, of Beaverton died Wednesday, Oct. 15, in the Clare Osteopathic Hospital following a short illness. Born in Perry, Ia., on February 13, 1892, she had lived in Gladwin County for 68 years and was a member of the Beaverton R.L.D.S. Church. She was married to Albert H. Seymour on March 17, 1912 in Beaverton. He preceded her in death on July 19, 1956.

   Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Dean (Edna) Rhynard of Beaverton; one son, Roy of Battle Creek; 14 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. Services were held Saturday, at 1 p.m. from the Beaverton R.L.D.S. Church. Sam Asch and Harold McAllister officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 10-22/1975 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

WILFRED SEYMOUR (10 JUNE 1914 - 11 FEB 1915)

 

BARBARA (SHETTERLY) SHAFFER (17 JAN 1852 - 15 DEC 1921)

 

Barbara Shetterly was born in Juniato county, Penn., Jan. 17, 1852 and in 1869 came to Elkhart, Ind. On Dec. 8, 1872, she was united in marriage with Henry F. Shaffer of that place. Their union was blessed with one daughter who died in infancy, and four sons. They resided in Elkhart 16 years and then moved to Allegan county where they lived 15 years. In April 1903 with her husband and son Justy she came to Dundas Corners, Gladwin county, where she passed from this life Dec. 15, 1921, at the age of 69 years, 10 months and 28 days.

   She leaves to mourn their loss her husband and four sons, D. P. of Battle Creek, W. S. of Holland and John and Justy of Tobacco township, a sister, Mrs. Foltz of Elkhart, Ind., besides many other relatives and friends.

   Who seeks for heaven alone to save his soul. May keep the path but will not reach the goal. While he who walks in love may wander far. Yet God will bring them where the blessed are.

   Her many friends gathered Saturday, Dec. 17, to pay their last tribute. Rev. Preston officiated and a quarette of Beaverton high school pupils also gave words of comfort in the three beautiful songs they rendered. Mrs. Shaffer had been in poor health for a number of years, but only during the last year was she unable to do her own work. She was much beloved by all who knew her, especially the children who always found in her a sympathic friend. Gladwin County Record dated 12-22/1921 Column - 2 Page - 4

 

HAROLD F. SHAFFER (11 DEC 1918 - 15 JAN 1985)

 

Harold F. Shaffer, 66, of 37 63 Shaffer Rd., Beaverton, died Tuesday, Jan. 15, in the Midland Hospital Center. Born in Beaverton Dec. 11, 1918, he was a crane operator for Local 324, Saginaw and a veteran of World War II.

   Surviving are one son, Lee of Beaverton; one sister, Mrs. Margaret Field of Florida; 2 brothers, Donald of California and Robert of Florida; and 2 grandchildren. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-23/1985 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

HENRY FISNER SHAFFER (19 JAN 1847 - 5 JUNE 1937)

 

HENRY SHAFFER DIES IN TOBACCO TOWNSHIP

 

   Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at the Methodist church at Dale for Henry Shaffer, conducted by Rev. B. F. Wade. Burial was at the Dale cemetery. Mr. Shaffer died at the home of his son, John Shaffer, in Tobacco township, and was in his 90's. Gladwin County Record dated 06-09/1937 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

TOBACCO TP. RESIDENT SINCE 1903 PASSES

 

   Henry Fisner Shaffer, a resident of Tobacco township since 1903, died at the John Shaffer home at Knoxville June 5 after an illness of nearly four weeks. He was born January 19, 1847, at Selmsgrove, Pennslyvania. At 21 he came to Elkhart, Indiana, where he worked in the shop of the Lake Shore Railway Co. Here he was marrried to Barbara Shelterly December 8, 1872. In 1888 they came to Allegan county. After coming to Gladwin they located on a farm at Dundas corners. He was a consistent member of the German Lutheran church.

   His daughter Mary died at Elkhart, Ind., when four years old, a son, Justy, in 1927; and Mrs. Shaffer, in December 15, 1921. Surviving him are three sons, D. P. Shaffer of Battle Creek, Faris Shaffer of Holland and John Shaffer of Beaverton, 11 grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Services were held June 7 at the Dale Methodist Episcopal church, conducted by Rev. B. F. Wade of the Beaverton church. Burial was at the Dale cemetery.

   Attending the funeral from away were: Peter Shaffer of Battle Creek, Mr. and Mrs. Farn Shaffer and Mrs. Beck and son of Holland; Mr. and Mrs. Paul Shaffer and Shirley Ann, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Shaffer, Mr. and Mrs. John Fields, son, Donnie Shaffer, Donald Shaffer, James Shaffer and Gertrude Shaffer of Detroit. Gladwin County Record dated 06-16/1937 Column - 5 Page – 1

 

JOHN SHAFFER (? – OCT 1929)

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We extend our heartfelt sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Paul Shaffer in the loss of their infant son. The funeral was held at the home of Mrs. Shaffer's parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Ward of Beaverton, conducted by Rev. Perry Hoover, with burial in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-7/1929 Column – 1 Page – 8.

 

JOHN FRANKLIN SHAFFER (27 JULY 1877 - 8 SEP 1965)

 

RITES SATURDAY FOR JOHN F. SHAFFER

 

   Services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home for John Franklin Shaffer, 88, of Tobacco Township, who died today (Wednesday) at his home after a long illness. He was born in Elkhart, Ind., on July 27, 1877, and came to Gladwin County in 1916. He was a retired farmer. Mr. Shaffer was married to the former Edna Robinson in Allegan County. She preceded him in death on March 25, 1945.

   Surviving are five sons, Paul and Robert of Detroit, Donald and James in California, and Harold at home; one daughter, Margaret, in Indiana; one brother, W. S., of Holland; 11 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. The Rev. Randall Roose will officiate and burial will be in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-08/1965 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

JUSTY MELVIN SHAFFER (9 JULY 1887 - 19 NOV 1927)

 

Justy Melvin Shaffer died at his home in Tobacco township, Saturday Nov. 19, after an illness of two years. He was born at Elkhart, Ind., July 9, 1887, and came to this county with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry F. Shaffer, in 1888, who located in Tobacco township. He was married to Helen Marie Myers, November 12, 1919. He was a farmer by occupation until his health failed. He was a member of the church and the I.O.O.F.

   Services were held at the Dale church Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. A. J. Preston officiating. Burial took place at Dale cemetery. The pallbearers were Eric Reymore, Lawrence Hughes, Clarence Scoby, Ira Brand, Herbert French and Welcome Snyder.

   He is survived by his wife, his father, Henry F. Shaffer, three brothers, Ferris at Holland, Peter at Battle Creek, and John of Beaverton. His sister Mary preceded him in death. Gladwin County Record dated 11-24/1927 Column - 3 Page - 4  

 

MARIAN SHAFFER (1904 - 22 SEP 1934)

 

Funeral services for Marian Shaffer, who was killed September 22 at Plymouth when he fell 50 feet while working on a construction job, were held Tuesday, Sept. 25, from the Brethren church of Beaverton. Rev. R. Norton officiated. Burial was in the Dale cemetery. Mr. Shaffer had been married only three years, having wed Erma Patterson at Dearborn in 1931. He was 30 years old. Surviving him, besides his widow, and an eight-months old son, are his father and mother, five brothers and one sister.

   He first started working for the Beaverton Construction Company. For the last seven years he was employed by the McKenzie Company. For the last seven years he was employed by the McKenzie Company. At the time of his death he was working for the Jutton-Kelly Co.

   "I can not say, and I will not say --- That he is dead. He is just away. With a cheery smile and a wave of his hand. He has wandered into another land. And left us dreaming. How very fair it needs to be,  Since he lingers there. An you, Oh you who the saddest, Yearn for his old time step and his glad return. Think of his faring on as dear. In the love of There as the love of Here; Think of him still as the same, I say. He is not dead. He is just away. Gladwin County Record dated 10-03/1934 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

SARAH EDNA (ROBINSON) SHAFFER (27 MARCH 1876 - 25 MARCH 1945)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO MRS. SHAFFER

 

   Mrs. Sarah Edna Shaffer, 69, resident of Tobacco township, died Sunday, March 25, at the home of her son Paul Shaffer, in Detroit. She had been in poor health for the past eight months, and had, because of her health, just recently made her home with her son. Sarah Edna Robinson was born in Shelberne, Ontario, on March 27, 1876, and was married to John F. Shaffer, in St. Joseph, Michigan in January, 1901. She has been a resident of Gladwin county for the past 29 years.

   Surviving are her husband; five sons, Paul, Robert, and James, all of Detroit and Cpl. James, all of Detroit, Cpl. Don stationed in the Philippines and Sgt. John, somewhere in the South Pacific; one daughter, Mrs. Margaret Fields, of Detroit; six grandchildren; and two sisters, Mrs. Eugene Paquin, of Bangor, Michigan and Mrs. Earl Beam, of Hartford, Michigan.

   Funeral services will be held this afternoon (Wednesday) at 2:00 p.m. at the Brethren church with Rev. E. S. Hollinger, officiating and burial will take place in the Dale cemetery. For many years Mrs. Shaffer was the Record correspondent for Knoxville and her passing will be missed by many readers. Gladwin County Record dated 03-28/1945 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

LEO C. SHEETS (1927 - ?)

 

LEONA M. (SWINSON) SHEETS (18 NOV 1920 - 30 JULY 1991)

 

Mrs. Leona M. Sheets, 70, of 310 VanDyke Rd., Beaverton, died Tuesday, July 30, 1991, in the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Clare, after a short illness. Born in Rhodes, Nov. 18, 1920, she had spent her lifetime in Gladwin County. She enjoyed crafts and quilting. The former Leona Swinson, she was married to Leo Sheets on May 5, 1962, in Gladwin.

   Surviving are 4 sons, Alfred Wray Jr. of Cincinnati, Ohio., Allan Sheets of Beaverton, William Sheets of Harrison, and Randall Sheets of Gulf Port, Miss.; 2 daughters, Mrs. Fern Truitt of Gaithersburg, Md. and Mrs. Darlene Bierd of Beaverton; 6 brothers, Frank Swinson of Oklahoma, William and Richard Swinson of Rhodes, Melvin and Bobbie Swinson of Midland and Donald Swinson of Midland County; 3 sisters, Betty Knight and Donna Woodruff of Beaverton and Ruth King of Georgia; 13 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. A brother, Charles Swinson, preceded her in death.

   Services were held Friday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Paul Sheets officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemtery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-07/1991 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

BETTY L. (GOSS) SHELLHORN (26 SEP 1933 - 10 MAY 1993)

 

Betty Louise (Goss) Shellhorn, 59, of Beaverton, died Monday, May 10, in the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Gladwin, after a long illness. Born in Cropwell, Ala., Sept. 26, 1933, she came to Gladwin County 4 years ago from Livonia. She was an accountant.

   Surviving are friends, the Lloyd Tyre family of Beaverton. Rites were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. in the Tobacco Township Cemetery with the Rev. David Stewart officiating. Arrangements were in charge of the Sisson Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 05-12/1993 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

CELLUS SHEPHARD (1905 - 1967)

 

CHARLES G. "BUD" SHEPHARD (4 JUNE 1916 - 14 FEB 1966)

 

SERVICES THURSDAY FOR RHODES MAN

 

   Charles "Bud" Shephard, 49, of Rhodes, died Monday at Alma following an illness of six weeks. Rites will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Ware-Smith Funeral Home in Midland. The Rev. Ernest Hasse will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Born on June 14, 1916, near Shepherd, he was an operator and assistant foreman for Dow Chemical Co.

   Mr. Shephard was a veteran of World War II, a member of the Rhodes Missionary Church, Estey Sportsmen's Club, Michigan United Conservation Club, and the Michigan Bear Hunters Club. He was married to the former Mildred Rupp, of Beaverton. He is survived by his wife, Mildred; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Giles Shepard, of Rhodes; three sons, Edward, of Lansing, Thomas and Gary, at home; two daughtes, Mrs. Judy Switalske, of Lansing, and Mary, at home; and one sister, Mrs. Dorothy Sorg, of Porterville, Calif. Gladwin County Record dated 02-16/1966 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

JULIA SHEPHARD (1906 - 1997)

 

NANCY LEE SHEPHARD (12 MARCH 1942 - 23 FEB 1943) - INFANT

 

HOLD SERVICES FOR SHEPARD BABY AT ESTEY

 

   Nancy Lee Shepard, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Shepard of Rhodes, died February 23rd. She was born March 12, 1942, at Rhodes. Surviving are her parents, one brother, Edward; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Giles Shepard of Estey and Mr. and Mrs. Ed Rupp of Rhodes; great-grandmother, Mrs. James Noyes of Saginaw; and great grandfather, Louis Helmlin of Sanford, besides other relatives.

   Services were held Thursday, February 25th at the grandparents home at Estey with Rev. Hoover of the Brethren church of Beaverton officiating, assisted by Rev. Gyrus Gale of Pinconning, pastor of the Estey Mission. Burial was in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-03/1943 Column - 7 Page - 1  

 

BESSIE FISHER (DILS) SHOCK (11 JULY 1888 - 5 MARCH 1986)

 

Bessie Shock, 97, of 131 W. Brown St., Beaverton, died Wednesday, March 5, in the Schnepp Nursing Home, St. Louis, after a long illness. Born in Henry County, Ohio July 11, 1888, she came to Gladwin County in 1915. Mrs. Shock was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren and Tobacco Township Treasurer for 27 years until retiring in 1961. The former Bessie Dils, she was married to Elmer M. Shock Feb. 1, 1915, in Ft. Wayne, Ind. He preceded her in death July 26, 1970.

   Surviving are one son, Paul of Lake Isabella, Calif.; 3 daughters, Mrs. Mary French of Stanton, Mrs. Fern Higgins of Reed City and Mrs. Charles (Grace) Voorheis of Gladwin and Apache Junction, Ariz.; 17 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren and 4 great great grandchildren.

   Services were held Sunday at 3 p.m. from the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Mike Clark officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 03-12/1986 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

ELMER M. SHOCK (13 JAN 1890 - 26 JULY 1970)

 

RITES HELD TODAY FOR ELMER SHOCK

 

   Elmer M. Shock, 80, of Beaverton, died Sunday, July 26, in Bay City General Hospital after a short illness. Born in Defiance, Ohio, on Jan. 13, 1890, he had lived in Gladwin County since 1915. Mr. Shock was a farmer and a member of the Beaverton Church of The Brethren. He was married to the former Bessie Dils on Fevb. 1, 1915, in Ft. Wayne, Ind.

   Surviving besides his wife are, one son, Paul, of Paramount, Calif.; three daughters, Mrs. Mary French, of Stanton, Mrs. Fern Higgins, of Reed City and Mrs. Grace Voorheis, of Flint; one brother, Roy, of Sherwood, Ohio; one sister, Mrs. J. F. Hornish, of Defiance, Ohio; 17 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. from the Beaverton Church of The Brethren. The Rev. Henry List and the Rev. Arthur Whisler officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. The Hall Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 07-29/1970 Column - 7 Page - 1   

 

ERMA MAE SIMBERG (7 FEB 1922 - 20 MAY 1990)

 

LILL SLOMKA (1923 - 1999)

 

WALT SLOMKA (1926 - 1999)

 

ADA LILLIAN (RITCHIE) SMITH (8 AUG 1890 - 5 JUNE 1962)

 

RITES HELD FOR MRS. ADA SMITH

 

   Funeral services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home for Mrs. Ada Lillian Smith, 71, who died in Brantford, Ontario on Tuesday, June 5. The Rev. Henry C. Hall officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery.

   Born on August 8, 1890, in Wingham, Ontario, the former Ada Lillian Ritchie was married to Archie Depew Smith on June 8, 1920, in Brantford. He preceded her in death on October 10, 1961. A resident of Gladwin County since 1951, Mrs. Smith moved to Flint in November, last year.

   Surviving her is a son, Thompson, of Mt. Morris; a sister, Miss Annie Ritchie, of Brantford; three grandchildren and one great grandchild. Gladwin County Record dated 06-13/1962 Column - 7 Page - 1   

 

ALBERT H. SMITH (19 DEC 1859 - 4 OCT 1944)

 

SERVICES SATURDAY FOR ALBERT SMITH

 

   Funeral services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Beaverton Presbyterian Church for Albert H. Smith, 84, well-known Beaverton resident, who died Wednesday at his home there. The Rev. E. S. Hollinger of the Brethren Church and Rev. Donald Sailor of the Beaverton Methodist Church officiated at the services and burial was in the Dale cemetery.

   A carpenter by trade, Mr. Smith was born in Maple Grove, Michigan, on December 19, 1859. He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Myrtle Asch and Mrs. Hazel McKimmy, and one son, Percy Smith, all of Beaverton; and one sister, Mrs. E. N. Case, Midland. Mrs. Smith preceded her husband in death last April. They had been residents of Beaverton for the past 45 years. Gladwin County Record dated 10-11/1944 Column - 4 Page - 4

 

ALMON SMITH (7 NOV 1833 - 27 JUNE 1929)

 

ARCHIE DEPEW SMITH (28 AUG 1892 - 17 OCT 1961)

 

SERVICES THURSDAY FOR A. D. SMITH

 

   Services will be held Thursday for Archie DePew Smith, of Gladwin, who died Tuesday morning following an illness of nine months. Mr. Smith was born in Duton, Ontario, Canada, on Aug. 28, 1890 and was employed in the accounting department of General Motors before retiring and coming to Gladwin in 1951. He was married to the former Ada Ritchie on June 8, 1920, in Brantford, Ont.

   Surviving are his widow, Ada; one son Thompson, of Flint; three grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Gordon Showers will officiate and burial will be in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-18/1961 Column - 2 Page - 1   

 

CAROL ANNE SMITH (1951 - 1998)

 

CELIA A. (RAY) SMITH (1881 - 1935)

 

CHARLES EDGAR SMITH (25 APRIL 1859 - 7 NOV 1937)

 

CHARLES E. SMITH DIES IN TOBACCO TOWNSHIP

 

   Funeral services will be held Wednesday, November 10, at the home of Mrs. Harold Publow in Tobacco township for her father, Charles E. Smith, conducted by Rev. H. R. Hodgson. Burial will be at Dale cemetery. Born April 25, 1859, he died Sunday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Harold Publow, and is survived by five children, his daughter, Mrs. Publow, Mrs. Nina Beach and Robert Smith of Los Angles, Calif., Alfredc Smith of Montana and Frank Smith of Iowa. Gladwin County Record dated 11-10/1937 Column - 2 Page - 4

 

CHRISTIAN D. SMITH (23 MAY 1880 - 2 APRIL 1981)

 

Christian D. Smith, 100, of Gladwin, died Thursday, April 2, after a long illness. Born in Fayette, Ohio, on May 23, 1880, he came to Gladwin County in 1900. He farmed in Tobacco Township until 1956. Mr. Smith never married and had one brother who preceded him in death.

   Rites were held Monday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Elder Harold McAllister officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-08/1981 Column - 6 Page - 2   

 

CLARENCE A. SMITH (11 OCT 1908 - 7 OCT 1928)

 

Clarence, 20 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Claud Smith of Beaverton, passed away at his home Sunday, Oct. 7, after a lingering illness of diabetes. Clarence was born and grew to manhood here and has many friends who grieve his early death. Much sympathy is extended ot the bereaved ones. Gladwin County Record dated 10-11/1928 Column - 3 Page - 4  

 

CLAUDE DOUGLAS SMITH (11 MAY 1876 - 29 OCT 1949)

 

LONG-TIME RESIDENT PASSES SUDDENLY

 

   Funeral services for Claude Douglas Smith, 73, were held this afternoon from the Dale church, with the Rev. Donald Sailor officiating. Burial was made in Dale cemetery. A short prayer service preceded the church service at the Hall Funeral Home.

   Mr. Smith passed away suddenly at his farm home in Tobacco township on Saturday, October 29. He was born in Otisville on May 11, 1876, and had been a farmer in this vicinity for about 50 years. His wife, the former Celia Ray, died in 1935.

   Surviving are five sons, Ivan, of Estey, James, of California, Guy, Elmer and Floyd, of Beaverton; 15 grandchildren and one great-grandchild; also one sister, Rhoda Russell, of Otisville. Gladwin County Record dated 11-02/1949 Column - 4 Page - 1 

 

DORIS J. SMITH (1929 - ?)

 

EDWARD A. SMITH (18 APRIL 1925 - 30 NOV 1987)

 

Edward A. Smith, 62, of 3346 Calhoun Rd., Beaverton, died Monday, Nov. 30, in the Midland Hospital Center after a long illness. Born in Beaverton April 18, 1925, he had spent his lifetime in the county. Mr. Smith was a truck driver for Dow Corning in Midland for 36 years until retiring in 1982. Mr. Smith and the former Geraldine Schoals were married June 18, 1949, in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Dale and Albert of Beaverton; 2 daughters, Carol Smith and Mrs. Paul (Linda) Palmer of Beaverton; one brother, Jack of Beaverton; 2 sisters, Doris Smith of Beaverton and Mrs. Geraldine Lightfoot of Tifton, Ga.; and 2 grandchildren.

   Services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Jerry Wells will officiate and burial will be in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-02/1987 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

EIVA (PAGE) SMITH (1936 - ?)

 

ELIZABETH SMITH (1 APR 1853 - 17 FEB 1895) - Wife of G.W. Smith 41 yrs, 10 mo.’s, 11 days.

 

Mrs. Geo. W. Smith who died on Friday last of peritonitis, was born in Ireland, April 1, 1853, and when she died was therefore aged 41 years, and 10 months. She was buried Sunday in Tobacco

cemetery. Funeral services were held at the school house and were conducted by Rev. C. W. Smith, who preached a very fine sermon. Deceased leaves a husband and four children to mourn her loss. The sympathy of the community is extended to them in their sad bereavement. The husband and family wish to extend to the neighbors and friends who assisted them their heartfelt thanks. Gladwin County Record dated 2-22/1895 Column – 3 Page – 8.

 

ELLEN (GRAVES) SMITH (6 MARCH 1871 - 30 APRIL 1944)

 

Services will be held for Mrs. Ellen Smith at the Presbyterian Church at Beaverton at 2 p.m. Thursday. Ellen Graves was born in Saginaw county on March 6, 187, and passed away at Mercy Hospital in Bay City on April 0 at the age of 73. She was married to Albert H. Smith on November 15, 1888.

   Surviving are three children, Mrs. Hazel McKimmy, Mrs. Myrtle Asch, and Percy Smith, all of Beaverton; a sister, Mrs. S.B. Kelly of Flusing; a brother, Oscar Graves of Rhodes; 21 grandchildren, and 27 nieces and nephews. Burial will be at the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-03/1944 Column - 4 Page - 4

 

SERVICES FOR MRS A.H. SMITH

 

     Services were held Thursday afternoon at 2 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church for Mrs. A. H. Smith who died Sunday, April 30, at Mercy Hospital in Bay City. Rev. Perry Arnold and Rev. Donald Sailor officiated. Ellen Graves was born March 6, 1871, in Saginaw county. She was married to Albert H. Smith on November 15, 1888, in Saginaw. They moved to Midland county and lived there a few years, moving to Gladwin 46 years ago. The Smiths celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary November 15, 1938.

     Surviving besides the husband are one son, Percy; two daughters, Mrs. Hazel Smith and Mrs. Myrtle Asch, all of here; one sister, Mrs. F.B. Kelly, of Flushing; one brother, Oscar Graves, of Rhodes; and 21 grandchildren. Burial was made at the Dale Cemetery. Pallbearers were grandson, T Sgt. James Gordon Asch, Ronald and John McKimmy, Edward, Jack and Max Smith, Doyle an L C Asch and Howard McKimmy carried flowers.

     Attending the services from away were T/Sgt. and Mrs. Gordon Asch of St. Louis, Mo.; Miss Alice McKimmy, Mrs. Myrtle Parker, Mrs. Minnie Herrick, Mrs. Ferris Tebeo, Mrs. Eva Longsway and Mrs. Nelson Hayes, all of Saginaw; Mr. and Mrs. F. B. Kelly and Mrs. Nettie Leudtke of Flushing; Mrs. Hattie Wesner, Mr. and Mrs. Bert LaDuke of Flint; Mr. and Mrs. Charles Graves of Bay City; Mr. and Mrs. George Rolfe of St. Charles; Mr. and Mrs. William Rex of Atlas; Mr. and Mrs. E N Case, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Hinds and Mrs. John Benseh of Midland; and Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Graves of Rhodes. Gladwin County Record dated 05-10/1944 Column - 4 Page - 4

 

ELMER SMITH (28 APRIL 1903 - 6 FEB 1955)

 

SUCCUMBS AFTER LONG ILLNESS

 

   Funeral services will be held for Elmer Smith, 52, Thursday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin with the Rev. Larry Grubaugh officiating. The son of the late Claude and Celia Smith, he was born April 28, 1903 in Gladwin County and spent his entire life here. Mr. Smith who has been ill for the past five years passed away at the Farwell Nursing Home. His survivors include four brothers, Ivan of Estey, Floyd and Guy of Beaverton and James of San Francisco, Calif. Interment will be made in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-09/1955 Column - 5 Page - 1

  

FLOYD E. SMITH (1917 – 22 JAN 1979)

 

FLOYD SMITH

 

Floyd E. Smith, 61, of 1299 Badger Rd., Beaverton, died suddenly Monday, Jan. 22, at his home. Born in Tobacco Township on June 29, 1917, he spent his lifetime here. Mr. Smith was a retired rigger with the Dobson

Company. He was married to the former Wilma Henry on June 7, 1939, in Beaverton.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 daughters, Mrs. Frank (Barbara) Hamilton of Midland and Mrs. Brian (Carol) King of Beaverton; 2 brothers, Ivan of Rhodes and James of Hayden Lake, Idaho; 11 grandchildren and one great grandchild.

 

Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 1-24/1979 Column -4 Page – 2.

 

GARY DALE SMITH (10 APRIL 1967 - 3 JULY 1967)

 

SERVICES TODAY FOR INFANT SON

 

   Gary Dale Smith, 2-month-old son of Mr. and Mrs. James Smith of Beaverton, died Monday of pneumonia at his home. He was born on April 11, 1967, in Clare. Besides his parents, he is survived by three brothers, William, Jon, and James; one sister, Judy; all at home, his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. William Mercer of Beaverton and Mrs. Flora Smith of Midland; and a great grandmother, Mrs. Allie Burr of Hope.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Randall Roose officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-05/1967 Column - 1 Page - 1  

 

GENE MAX SMITH (4 MAY 1928 - 5 NOV 1978)

 

Gene Max Smith, 50, of 3345 Calhoun Rd., Beaverton, died Sunday, Nov. 5, in Flint McLaren Hospital after a short illness. Born in Beaverton on May 4, 1928, he had spent his lifetime here. Mr. Smith was employed in the frame assembly division of the Chevrolet Truck Assembly Plant in Flint.

   Surviving are 2 brothers, Edward and Jack of Beaverton, and 2 sisters, Doris Smith of Beaverton and Mrs. Geraldine Lightfoot of Tifton, Ga. Services were held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Arthur Whisler officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-08/1978 Column - 5 Page - 2  

 

GERALDINE SMITH (1933 - ?)

 

HUGH ROBERT SMITH (6 JUNE 1898 - 11 JAN 1977)

 

Hugh R. Smith, 78, of 319 West Brown, Beaverton, died Tuesday, Jan. 11, in the Midland Hospital following an illness of two weeks. Born in Tobacco Township on August 6, 1898, he had spent his lifetime in Gladwin County. A veteran of World War I, he was a member of the Beaverton F. & A.M. Lodge No. 453, the Gladwin County V.F.W. Post No. 7303 and the Disabled American Veterans. He worked for Dow Chemical Co. and was a heating contractor and also worked in sheet metal construction.

   Mr. Smith and the former Erma P. Snyder were married on August 7, 1920, in Gladwin. Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 daughters, Mrs. Charles (Ladena) Kercher of Linwood, and Mrs. Richard (Sharie) Ewald of Mattawan; 3 sons, Hugh (Bud) of Lakeview, Charles of Beaverton and Tom of Sanford; 2 sisters, Mrs. Norma Loveless of Bradenton, Fla. and Mrs. Arlee Loveless of Gladwin; 13 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.

   Services were held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Vernon Wyllys officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. A Masonic Memorial Service was held Thursday night at 8 p.m.Gladwin County Record date 01-19/1977 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

JAMES E. SMITH (? - SEP 1949) - STILLBORN

 

JULIA A. (CULLEN) SMITH (29 SEP 1900 - 23 DEC 1968)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR JULIA SMITH

 

   Mrs. Julia A. Smith, 68, of Beaverton Township, died December 23, in the Midland Hospital following an illness of one week. Born in Maumee County, Ohio, on Sept. 29, 1900, she came to Gladwin County 40 years ago from Toledo. The former Julia Cullen, she was married to Percy E. Smith on July 19, 1923, in Toledo.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Doris at home and Mrs. Geraldine O. Lightfoot of Tefton, Ga.; three sons, Edward, Jack and Gene, all of Beaverton; and six grandchildren. Rites were held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Henry List officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-01/1969 Column - 3 Page - 1  

 

LAVINA (MYERS) SMITH (18 MAY 1837 - 10 DEC 1913)

 

Lovina M., wife of Almon Smith, died at their home in Tobacco township of cerebal hemorrhage, Dec. 10. She was born in Somerset county, Penn., May 18, 1837, and was a daugther of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Myers. She was married to Almon Smith, May 16, 1858. Five children ten grandchildren, three brothers and four sisters survive her. For years she has been a faithful Christian. Funeral services were held at the Tobacco town hall. Interment in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-25/1913 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

LOREN GARY SMITH, JR (17 JUNE 1961 - 2 JAN 1994)

 

Loren Gary Smith Jr., 32, of 2980 McNamara Rd., Beaverton, died suddenly Sunday, Jan. 2, 1994, at his home. He was born in Denver, Colo. on June 17, 1961, and came to Gladwin County in 1967 from Denver. Mr. Smith was a laborer for Huron Valley, Inc. in Ann Arbor for 10 years.

   Surviving are his father and step-mother, Loren and Rose Smith Sr. of Beaverton; his mother and step-father, Forest and Shirley Parker of Newaygo; 4 sisters, Roshelle Brubaker and Sue Hosman of Beaverton, Roxanne Manifold of Houghton Lake and Deb Smith of Newyago; 3 brothers, Ron Streeter and Dan Smith of Beaverton and Rich Streeter of Gladwin; 5 step-sisters, Kathi, Laura and Colleen Parker and Theresa Parmenter of Newaygo and Doris Parker of Florida; grandmother, DeEtta Smith of Clare and grandfather, Beverly Redman of Denver, Colo. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Helen Redman and Harold Smith.

   Services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel and burial will be in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Visitation is after 1 p.m. today, Wednesday. Memorials may be made to the Loren Smith Jr. Sports Scholarship in Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 01-05/1994 Column - 2 Page - 2

 

MRS. MARY SMITH

 

   Mrs. Mary Smith died at the home of her son, G. W. Smith, the results of a fall, at the age of 83. Interment Sunday at the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-14/1907 Column - 1 Page - 8 

 

MICHAEL LEE SMITH (12 SEP 1983 - 3 JULY 1990)

 

Michael L. Smith, 6, of 417 S. Ross St., Beaverton, died Tuesday, July 3, 1990, at his home after fighting leukemia for 5 years. Born in Lansing, Sept. 12, 1983, he had spent his lifetime in Gladwin County. Michael was a member of the Skeels Baptist Church and attended the Skeels Northern Christian School. He was also a member of the Cedar River Riding Club.

   Surviving are his parents, Susan (Balzer) Smith of Beaverton and Russell Smith of Gladwin; grandparents, Ray Balzer and Russell and Joyce Smith of Gladwin; great grandparents, Mary Jane and Bill Butcher of Gladwin and Wayne and Emily Trebes of Ill.; and many aunts and uncles.

   Services were held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Sissons-Mathews Funeral Home. Pastor Bryan Johnson officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-11/1990 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

PEGGY LOUISE SMITH (? - 12 JAN 1955) - STILLBORN

 

INFANT DIES

 

   Graveside services were held Jan. 14 for Peggy Louise Smith, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Smith, who passed away at the Midland hospital, Jan. 12. The Rev. Larry Grubaugh conducted the service and burial was in Dale cemetery. Besides her parents she is survived by one sister. Gladwin County Record dated 01-19/1955 Column - 7 Page - 1  

 

PERCY E. SMITH (26 MARCH 1898 - 4 MARCH 1974)

 

Percy E. Smith, 76, of Beaverton, died Monday, March 4, in the Midland Hospital. Born in Midland on March 26, 1898, he has spent his lifetime in Gladwin County. Mr. Smith was a carpenter and a mason. He was married to the former Julie Cullen on July 19, 1923, in Toledo, Ohio. She preceded him in death on Dec. 23, 1968.

   Survivors include three sons, Edward A., Jack D. and Gene M. of Beaverton; two daughters, Mrs. Doris Junita of Beaverton and Mrs. Geraldine Lightfoot of Tifton, Ga.; one sister, Myrtle Wright of Beaverton; and six grandchildren.

   Rites were held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton. The Rev. Arthur Whishler officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-06/1974 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

S. PAULINE SMITH (1929 - 1986)

 

SAMUEL LEWIS SMITH (26 MARCH 1861 - 18 MARCH 1915)

 

Lewis Smith of Tobacco township dropped dead on his doorstep while preparing to get supper Monday. Mr. Smith had been in poor health for about two years. He was born in Indiana and was aged 51 years and 24 days. He and his father, who survives him, had been residents of Tobacco township 14 years. Funeral services were held today at Dale church. Interment in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-22/1915 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

WILMA E. (HENRY) SMITH (17 APRIL 1920 - 26 OCT 1979)

 

Wilma Smith, 59, of 1299 Badger Rd., Beaverton, died Friday, Oct. 26, in the Midland Hospital Center after a long illness. Born in Gladwin County April 17, 1920, she was a senior instrument handler in the Midland Hospital operating room until retiring in February. The former Wilma Henry, she was married to Floyd E. Smith June 7, 1939, in Beaverton. He preceded her in death on January 22, 1979.

   Surviving are 2 daughters, Mrs. Brian (Carol) King of Beaverton and Mrs. Frank (Barbara) Hamilton of Midland 2 brothers, Lawrence Henry of Flint and Ed Henry of Bay City; 11 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. A daughter, Marlene, preceded her in death in 1964.

   Rites were held Monday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Henry List officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-31/1979 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

ANDREW SNYDER (16 FEB 1864 - 8 SEP 1946)

 

TOBACCO PIONEER BURIED TODAY

 

   Andrew Snyder, 82, died Sunday, September 8, at his farm home in Tobacco township. Funeral services will take place this afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Dale Methodist church, with the Rev. Donlad Sailor officiating. A prayer service at the residence will be held at 1:30. Burial will be in the Dale cemetery.

   Mr. Snyder was born on February 16, 1864 in Fulton, Ohio, the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Snyder. In 1886 he was married to Julia Ann Ferguson, in Ohio, who preceded him in death in 1944. Mr. Snyder's life work was farming, 58 years of which he spent in Tobacco township on the same farm which he and his wife cleared when they first came to the county.

   Surviving are four sons, Clarence and Welcome Snyder, of Flint; Hobart Snyder, of Detroit; Theodore Snyder, of Beaverton; three daughters, Mrs. Eva Cox, of Detroit; Miss Elizabeth Snyder of Saginaw; Mrs. Myrtle Perkins of Flint; 13 grandchildren, four great grandchildren; also one brother, Theodore Snyder, of Ohio. Gladwin County Record dated 09-11/1946 Column - 3 Page - 1  

 

BEATRICE I. (CROWELL) SNYDER (9 JULY 1901 - 30 SEP 1991)

 

Mrs. Beatrice I. Snyder, 90, of 449 E. Highwood Rd., Beaverton, died suddenly Monday, Sept. 30, 1991, at her home. Born in Gladwin County, July 9, 1901, she had spent most of her life here. She attended the Church of Daniel's Band in Highwood for many years and was a member of the Dale-Billings Ladies Aid. The former Beatrice Crowell, she was married to Welcome Snyder, May 13, 1920, in Flint. He preceded her in death Dec. 1, 1969.

     Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. James (Geraldine) Grisdale of Mt. Pleasant; one sister, Mrs. Nellie Brushaber of Beaverton; a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Frank (Marion Snyder) Kelley of Beaverton; 9 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and on great great grandchild. She was preceded in death by a son, Leo, Dec. 1, 1973, and a daughter Florence in 1930.

     Services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Ed Abbott will officiate and burial will be in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record 10-02/1991 Column - 4 Page - 2 CORRECTION: SEE ISSUE 10-16/1991 

 

CLARENCE WILLIAM SNYDER (22 FEB 1889 - 25 AUG 1961)

 

Clarence W. Snyder, 72, died Friday at his home in Buckeye Township. Born on Feb. 22, 1889, in Lyons, Ohio, he was a retired Buick employee and had lived in Gladwin County 70 years.

     Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. William Graham of Caro and Mrs. Kenneth Wagoner of Akron; three brothers, Welcome, Hobart and Theodore, of Beaverton; and three sisters, Mrs. Robert Cox of Detroit, Mrs. William Schwendner of Saginaw, and Mrs. Don Perkins of Flint.

     Funeral services were held Sunday at 2:30 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Gordon Showers officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-30/1961 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

CLIFFORD C. SNYDER (23 JULY 1905 - 10 FEB 1986)

 

Clifford C. Snyder, 80, of 1165 Dale Rd., Beaverton, died Monday, Feb. 10, in the Clare Nursing Home after a long illness. Born in Beaverton July 23, 1905, he had spent his lifetime here. Mr. Snyder was a dairy farmer and a member of the Dale United Methodist Church and the Farm Bureau. Mr. Snyder and the former Iva Hecht were married Dec. 31, 1943, in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 sisters, Mrs. Irma Smith of Beaverton, Mrs. Ada Albright of Lake San Marcos, Calif, and Mrs. Freda Bracy of Detroit. Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Bruce Hatch officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-12/1986 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

F. DALE SNYDER (1915 - 1981)

 

FLORENCE ELLEN SNYDER (20 SEP 1928 - 28 MARCH 1930)

 

Sept. 20, 1928 was a happy day for Welcome and Beatrice Snyder because on that day a little girl was born to them whom they named Florence. For 18 months and 8 days she lived an active joyous life being a joy and pride to her brother Leo and sister Geraldine, as well as to her parents. She made her way into the hearts of her grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins, too, so that it was a cruel hurt to them when she died on the evening of March 28, 1930, at her home. A life even as short as this one, is not lived in vain, when it brings happiness to the home it was in. There will be a vacancy... Gladwin County Record dated 04-03/1930 Column - 4 Page - 5

 

GEORGE DELOS SNYDER, SR (1903 - DEC 1980)

 

MR. & MRS. GEORGE D. SNYDER (25 JUNE 1867 - 6 JUNE 1945)

 

MR. AND MRS. SNYDER DIE WEEK APART

 

   George D. Snyder, 78, who died June 6, was joined in death by his wife, May B. Snyder, June 12. They would have celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary August 29 this year. Mr. Snyder's funeral services were held at the Presbyterian Church in Beaverton, June 8, under the auspices of Elder Floyd Burt, of the Latter Day Saint's church, after a prayer service at 1:30 p.m. at the Hall Funearal Home. Burial took place at the Dale cemetery. Arrangements for Mrs. Snyder's funeral are as yet incomplete.

   Surviving the couple are a daughter, Mrs. Hazel Boleck, of Flint; a son, George D. Snyder, of Gladwin, 11 grandchildren and one great great grandchild. Born in New York state June 25, 1867, Mr. Snyder farmed in this area for many years, and at the time of his death had been a resident of Gladwin county for 45 years. The last years were spent in retirement from farming. He married May B. Burgess, August 29, 1895. Gladwin County Record dated 06-13/1945 Column - 5 Page - 4   

 

GERTRUDE E. SNYDER (13 JULY 1891 - 3 SEP 1907)

 

   Miss Gertrude Snyder died Tuesday at the age of 16 years of acute heart disease. Funeral Friday. Gertrude was a general favorite and leaves many friends besides the bereaved parents and relatives to mourn her loss. Gladwin County Record dated 09-05/1907 Column - 1 Page - 8  

 

HOBART SNYDER (24 JULY 1896 - 10 APRIL 1963)

 

RITES HELD FOR HOBART SNYDER

 

     Hobart Snyder, 66, died suddenly last Wednesday at his home in Tobacco Township. Born on July 24, 1896, in Tobacco Township, he lived most of his lifetime in Gladwin County. A carpenter by trade he was a veteran of World War I.

     Surviving are three sisters, Mrs. Robert L. Cox of Detroit, Mrs. William Schwender of Saginaw, and Mrs. Don Perkins of Flint; and one brother, Welcome, of Beaverton. Funeral services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Gordon Showers officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-17/1963 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

IVA D. (HECHT) SNYDER (20 MARCH 1910 - 8 APRIL 1988)

 

Mrs. Iva D. Snyder, 78, of 1165 Dale Rd., Beaverton, died Friday, April 8, in the Clare Nursing Home after a long illness. Born in Ida, March 20, 1910, she moved to Gladwin County in 1943 from Coleman. Mrs. Snyder was a member of the Dale United Methodist Church and the Farm Bureau. The former Iva Hecht, she was married to Clifford Snyder Dec 31, 1943, in Beaverton. He preceded her in death Feb 10, 1986.

     Surviving are one brother, William Hecht of Anderson, Ind., and several nieces and nephews. Three brothers, Norman, Elmer and Harry, preceded her in death. Rites were held Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. from the Dale United Methodist Church. The Rev. Janet Larner officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 04-13/1988 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

JULIA ANN (FERGUSON) SNYDER (13 JULY 1867 - 22 MARCH 1944)

 

MRS. JULIA SNYDER DIES MARCH 22

 

   Funeral services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Dale Methodist Church for Mrs. Andrew Snyder who died Wednesday, March 22, at her home in Tobacco township after a few days illness. Julia Ann Ferguson was born July 13, 1866, at Lyons, Ohio, where she lived until after her marriage to Andrew Snyder on March 23, 1886. About a year later they moved to Tobacco township.

   The Snyders are pioneers of Tobacco township and have many friends in this part of the county. Mrs. Snyder was a member of the WSCS of the Dale Methodist Church.

   Surviving besides her husband are four sons; Welcome and Clarence of Flint; Hobart of Detroit; and Theodore, at home; Three daughters, Mrs. Eva Cox, of Detroit; Mrs. Myrtle Perkins of Flint; and Miss Elizabeth Snyder, of Saginaw; 14 grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Three of the grandsons are serving in the U.S. Army.

   Services were conducted by the Rev. Donald Sailor. Pallbearers were Percy Sterling, Evart Carrigan, Perry Cowell, Earl Blades, Fuhrman Tremaine and Charles Scoby. Burial was in the Dale cemetery.

   Those attending the services from away were Theodore Snyder, (a brother of Andrew Snyder), Mrs. Alvin Whiton, Mrs. Fern Mann, Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Waldron, all of Lyons, Ohio; Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Snyder and Mr. and Mrs. Len Ferguson, of Lansing. Gladwin County Record dated 03-29/1944 Column - 3 Page - 4  

 

KENNETH D. SNYDER (1944 - 1965)

 

LEO JINKS SNYDER (14 MARCH 1921 - 1 DEC 1973)

 

Leo "Jinks" Snyder, 52, of Hay Township, passed away suddenly Saturday, December 1, from a heart attack. In ill health for several years, he was found in his pickup truck about 1:20 p.m. on Ridge Road near Hockaday Road where  he had been on business.

     Born in Tobacco Township March 14, 1921, Mr. Snyder had been a life long resident of Gladwin County, He and the former Miss Marion Cottrell were married June 1, 1946 in Beaverton. He was a veteran of World War II, and a retired Dow Chemical Company employee in Midland. He was a honary life member of Local 12075 UMWA and the Hay Township Senior Citizens Club.

     Surviving are his wife, Marion; 4 sons, Gary, Larry, Terry, and Randy, all of Beaverton; his mother, Mrs. Beatrice Snyder of Beaverton; a sister, Mrs. Geraldine Grisdale of Mt. Pleasent and 1 granddaughter. Services were held Monday at 2:00 p.m., at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton. The Rev. Roger Browne and Rev. Margaret Smith officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-05/1973 Column - 2 Page - 2

 

   We all send our sympathy and prayers to the Leo "Jinks" Snyder family. He passed away on Saturday. Services are today. They used to live on the Channell place years ago. Gladwin County Record 12-05/1973 Column - 1 Page - 12

 

LOLA M. SNYDER (24 AUG 1915 - 1998)

 

LUELLA ALVIDA (DUNBAR) SNYDER (3 JAN 1865 - 28 MAY 1941)

 

Mrs. Luella Snyder Dies in Beaverton

 

Funeral services were held at the Dale Methodist Church at 2:00 p. m. Saturday, May 31, for Mrs

Luella Snyder who died at her home on May 28, 1941. Mrs. Snyder was born on January 3rd, 1865 in Fulton county, Ohio, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lee Dunbar. On June 22, 1887 she was united in marriage with William H Snyder and they moved to Gladwin county where she has resided since., Mr. Snyder preceded her in death on September 14, 1937. She is survived by her eight children, Leon Mrs Freda Bracey and Mrs Ada Albright of Detroit, Blanche Morton of lLansing, Ralph of Mt Pleasant, Mrs. Lula Dundas, Mrs. Irma Smith and Clifford Snyder of Beaverton, sixteen grandchildren and one great-grandchild and two brothers, Charles Dunbar, of Delta, Ohio and John Dunbar, of Morenci, Michigan. Rev. Harold Hodgson officiated at the services. Gladwin County Record dated 6-4/1941 Column – 2 Page – 16.

 

MARGARET MARCELLA "PEG" (THOMAS) SNYDER (23 SEP 1944 - 28 FEB 1999)

 

Margaret M. (Peg) Snyder, 54, of Beaverton, died suddenly, Sunday, Feb. 28, 1999 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Gladwin. Born Sept. 23, 1944 in Chestertown, Md., she lived in Gladwin County since 1991 and previously lived in Mayville. Margaret married Larry Snyder, Aug. 24, 1991 in Beaverton. She was the township clerk, since 1993, for Tobacco Township, Beaverton. She was also a deacon in the R.L.D.S. Church in Beaverton.

   Besides her husband she is survived by two daughters, Sandi and husband Allen Morgan of Ypsilanti, and Carol and husband Scott Rhodes of Rochester Hills: one son, Denny Fox of Freeland; two stepdaughters, Jodi and husband Gary Maxwell, and Shari Snyder, all of Beaverton; two brothers, Elmer Thomas of S. Williamsport, Pa., and William Thomas of Orland, Fla.; and two grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one sister, Marian Gildersleeve in 1996.

   Services will be held at 11 a.m. today( Wednesday) at the R.L.D.S. Church, Beaverton with High Priest Donn Pendleton officiating. Burial will be in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the R.L.D.S. Church in Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 03-03/1999 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

MARION (HERENDEEN) SNYDER (ABT. 1906 - 30 JUNE 1990)

 

Marion Snyder, 84, of Lupton, died Saturday, June 30, 1990, at her home. She was married to George Synder, April 18, 1925, in Houghton Lake. He preceded her in death in December 1980. Surviving are 2 sons, George of Auburn and Robert of Hawaii; 5 daughters, Delores Nelson, Jean Short and Carmen Winslow of Midland, Shirley Wilson of Harrison and Linda Thurlow of Gladwin; one brother, Paul Herendeen of Zephyrhills, Fla; one sister, Lena Kipfmiller of Miller; 25 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren and 3 great, great grandchildren.

   Rites were held July 3, at 11 a.m. from the Steuernol-Axford-McLaren Funeral Home in West Branch. Pastor Malcolm Wilson, Jr. and Jonathan Hoerauf officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-11/1990 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

MAY B. (BURGESS) SNYDER (1877 - 12 JUNE 1945)

 

MR. AND MRS. SNYDER DIE WEEK APART

 

   George D. Snyder, 78, who died June 6, was joined in death by his wife, May B. Snyder, June 12. They would have celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary August 29 this year. Mr. Snyder's funeral services were held at the Presbyterian Church in Beaverton, June 8, under the auspices of Elder Floyd Burt, of the Latter Day Saint's church, after a prayer service at 1:30 p.m. at the Hall Funearal Home. Burial took place at the Dale cemetery. Arrangements for Mrs. Snyder's funeral are as yet incomplete.

   Surviving the couple are a daughter, Mrs. Hazel Boleck, of Flint; a son, George D. Snyder, of Gladwin, 11 grandchildren and one great great grandchild. Born in New York state June 25, 1867, Mr. Snyder farmed in this area for many years, and at the time of his death had been a resident of Gladwin county for 45 years. The last years were spent in retirement from farming. He married May B. Burgess, August 29, 1895. Gladwin County Record dated 06-13/1945 Column - 5 Page - 4  

 

SHIRLEY SNYDER (JULY 1890 - 12 SEP 1890)

 

THEODORE JINKS SNYDER (26 MAY 1903 - 4 APRIL 1962)

 

TOBACCO TOWNSHIP FARMER DIES

 

     Theodore J. Snyder, 58, of Tobacco Township, died Wednesday following a short illness. Born on May 26, 1903, in Tobacco Township, he spent his lifetime here. Survivors include three sisters, Mrs. Robert L. Cox, of Detroit, Mrs. William Schwender, of Saginaw, and Mrs. Don Perkins, of Flint; and two brothers, Welcome and Hobart, of Beaverton. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home, with burial in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-04/1962 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

VERNIE E. SNYDER (1910 - JUNE 1916) - 6 yrs old.

 

VIOLA R. SNYDER (1939 - 1979)

 

WELCOME "WICK" SNYDER (30 MAY 1895 - 1 DEC 1969)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO WELCOME SNYDER

 

     Services will be held Thursday for Welcome (Wick) Snyder, 74, of Beaverton, who died Monday, Dec 1, following a long illness. Mr. Snyder was born in Gladwin County May 30, 1895, and had lived most of his life in Beaverton. He was a World War I veteran and a retired employee of the County Road Commission. He was a member of the World War I Barracks of Gladwin County.

     Mr. Snyder and the former Miss Beatrice Crowell were married in Flint May 13, 1920. He is survived by his wife, Beatrice; a daughter, Mrs. Geraldine Grisdale of Mt. Pleasent; a son, Leo, of rural Beaverton; three sisters, Mrs. Don (Myrtle) Perkins, of Beaverton, Mrs. William (Betty) Schwender, of Saginaw, and Mrs. Eva Cox, of Detroit; nine grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

     The Rev. Neil G. Keyes and Rev. Margrete Smith will officiate at the 2:00 p.m. services Thursday at the Hall Funeral Home. Interment will be in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-03/1969 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

WILLIAM HERRICK SNYDER (26 AUG 1860 - 14 SEP 1937)

 

Services were held at the Dale Methodist church Thursday afternoon, September 16, for William H. Snyder, conducted by Rev. H. Hodgson. Burial was at the Dale cemetery. Mr. Snyder was born August 26, 1860, in Fulton county, Ohio. He married Luella Dunbar June 22, 1887, and soon after came to Gladwin county and bought the farm in Tobacco township where they have since lived, and where he died September 14, 1937.

   As a resident of Tobacco township Mr. Snyder has been a useful and honorable citizen. He served his township as supervisor, treasurer and in other offices at various times. He has always worked for the betterment of his community. He held a life membership in the Masonic lodge having joined at 21 at Lyons, Ohio; and later was a charter member of the Beaverton lodge.

   Eight children were born to them, W. L. Snyder of Detroit, Mrs. J. G. Dundas of Royal Oak, Mrs. F. W. Bracy of Ferndale, Mrs. C. V. Morton of Lansing, R. W. Snyder of Mt. Pleasant, Mrs. W. W. Albright of Detroit, Mrs. Hugh Smith of Beaverton and Clifford Snyder at home, who survive him, with one daughter, Mrs. A. G. Whiten, of Lyon, Ohio, by previous marriage. He is survived also by Mrs. Snyder, three brothers, A. A. Smith of Beaverton, J. M. Snyder and Theodore Smith of Lyons, Ohio, one sister, Mrs. William Roddy, of Akron, Ohio, and 16 grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 09-29/ 1937 Column - 4 Page - 5

 

PAYS TRIBUTE TO WILLIAM H. SNYDER

(A LETTER TO THE RECORD)

 

   An afternoon in mid-September. A chilling northwest wind gave unerring notice of approaching autumn. A clear sky, save for a scattered flock of fleecy clouds riding in unison far above this world of joy and sorrow. Thus it was as the good folk of the surrounding communities were assembling at the little stone church in Dale, a village located in one of the finest farming sections in Gladwin county. Here young and old were gathering and all for one purpose, that of paying honor and respect for a pioneer who death had called. A pioneer indeed, for who present could recall when he had not been among them. The sun, hidden for the moment, comes forth in all its brightness. The organ send forth its solemn voice. The various groups take their respective places and the last rites are held for William Harric Snyder.

   Mr. Snyder was born in Fulton county August 26, 1860, and died September 14, 1937. He was the son of William Snyder, who served on the side of the union in the Civil war. His mother, before her marriage was Angenette Harric, a teacher in the public schools. In the vicinity of his birthplace Mr. Snyder grew to manhood and met and married Christina Smith, who one year later death called; On June 22, 1887, he was united in marriage with Luella Dunbar. In the fall of '87, with his brother, they made the journey from Fulton county to Gladwin in a covered wagon. Here he purchased the farm on which he had since resided.

   Always a farmer, and as such, Mr. Snyder took his work seriously and the homestead that bears his name stands as evidence of many years of earnest toil. He took an active part in local government affairs, serving his township as supervisor and other offices of trust. He was a man of fine character. His distaste for sham and the falsse and his admiration for honesty and the better things of life stamped him as a man among men.

   The writer, as he gathers these few notes from the many fine tributes spoken in honor of the deceased, is impelled to include.......

Gladwin County Record dated 09-29/ 1937 Column - 3 Page - 4  

 

ALBERT E. SORGE (1880 - 1962)

 

CONRAD SORGE (26 DEC 1844 - 9 APRIL 1916)

 

   Conrad Sorge, a resident of Beaverton township, passed away at his home at 5 o'clock Sunday afternoon, of a complication of diseases, at the age of 71 years, 3 months and 14 days. He was born in Livingston county, New York, where he resided until he came to Michigan 33 years ago. He was married in 1869 to Mary Grobe.

   Besides the widow he is survived by the following children: Mrs. Katherine Hinkley of Williamston, Mich.; Mrs. Mary Willey of St. Charles, Mich.; Mrs. Grace Shepherd, Granite Pass, Ore.; Charles Sorge of Carland, Mich.; Mrs. Delia Johnston of Lansford, N. D.; Mrs. Elizabeth Eroy, Albert, William and Edward of Beaverton. He was a kind and loving husband and father.

   The funeral was held Wednesday at 1 o'clock from the home, and at 2:30 at the Dale M. E. church; interment in the Dale cemetery. Mr. Sorge was a member of the Beaverton lodge F. and A.M. He was a very active Mason during the 45 years of his affiliation.

   Mr. Sorge was highly respected and will be greatly missed by his family and many friends and neighbors of Beaverton and vicinity. Gladwin County Record dated 04-13/1916 Column - 4 Page - 5  

 

JANE SORGE (1883 - 1950)

 

MARY A. SORGE (7 FEB 1847 - 27 AUG 1917)

 

   SORGE---Mrs. Mary Sorge died at her home near Beaverton, Aug. 27, 1917, aged 70 years, 6 months, and 20 days. At the age of 22 she was married to Conrad Sorge, to which union was born nine children, all of whom are living. Early in life she united with the Congregational church, and lived a faithful Christian life to the time of her death. Funeral services were conducted Thursday by Rev. D. E. Wade. Gladwin County Record dated 09-06/1917 Column - 5 Page - 1  

 

KENNETH A. SOVA (25 SEP 1936 - 24 OCT 1997)

 

Kenneth Sova, 61, of Beaverton, died Friday, Oct. 24, 1997 at home after a short illness. Born Sept. 25, 1936 in Saginaw, he lived previously in Midland. Kenneth married the former Sallie Kasper, Dec. 30, 1985 in Gladwin. He had been employed by The Dow Chemical Company in Midland, retiring in 1994 after 39 years.

   Besides his wife he is survived by one son, Daniel and wife Laurie of Colorado; two daughters, Jackie and husband Robert Killgore, and Marcie Perkins, all of Colorado; one stepdaughter, Crystal Nickolai of San Diego, Calif.; one stepson, Rick and wife Anja Nickolai of Beaverton; five brothers, Tony of Autryville, N.C., Mike and Clarence of Saginaw, Edward of Shields, and Larry of St. Charles; three sisters, Pat Bussinger of St. Charles, Barbara Macombe of Phoniex, Ariz., and Mary Oliver of Saginaw; four grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

   Services were held at 11 a.m. Monday at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The service was done by family members. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to Mid Michigan Hospice. Gladwin County Record dated 10-29/1997 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

ARLENE MARIE SPENCER (2 FEB 1931 - 1 MAY 1949)

 

TWO BEAVERTON GIRLS KILLED IN AUTO MISHAP

 

SERVICES HELD TODAY FOR ARLENE SPENCER AND CONSTANCE CRAGO

 

   Two teen-age girls were killed about 10 p.m. Sunday evening when the automobiles in which they were riding ran off the road and overturned in a drainage ditch, a mile west and a mile south of Beaverton during a pouring rain. The victims were Arlene Marie Spencer, 18, and Constance Jean Crago, 16, both of Beaverton. Double funeral services were held this morning at the Beaverton Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Elder B. H. Doty, of Gladwin, and Elder E. J. Kintner, of Beaverton, officiated at the 11 o'clock rites. Arlene was buried in Dale cemetery and Constance in Fairgrove cemetery.

   Robert Hutson, of Beaverton, was the driver of the car. He was treated for minor injuries at the Gladwin Hospital and released. Three other girls, riding in the back seat fo the car, were uninjured. They are Susan Hutson, sister of the driver, Jean Williams and Miss Sampson.

   Hutson told officers he was taking the girls home from a Beaverton restaurant and was proceeding along the road in a downpour of rain when the accident occurred. The highway is rather narrow at this point and is flanked by a deep drainage ditch. The two girls fell or were thrown from the two-door car as it over-turned and were pinned by the car in the water. Efforts to revive Miss Crago by artificial respiration failed. Sheriff Arthur Kelly and Coroner Lewis Reigle were called to the scene.

   Arlene, daughter of Eber Spencer, of Mt. Pleasant, and Mrs. Florence White, of Beaverton, was born in Beaverton township, Gladwin county, Feb. 2, 1931. She leaves besides her parents, two sisters, Mrs. Alice Barber and Miss Pauline Spencer, both of Mt. Pleasant; a brother, Lloyd, of Beaverton; and her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Killian, of Beaverton.

   Constance was born Aug. 25, 1932, and is the daughter of Mrs. Julia Smith, of Flint. She lived with her grandmother, Mrs. Stella Hammond, in Beaverton. Other survivors include a sister, Mrs. Ellen Swartzmiller, of Hope; and a grandfather, Clyde Crago, of Flint. Gladwin County Record dated 05-04/1949 Column - 8 Page - 1

 

ARVILLA MAY SPENCER (4 AUG 1895 - 19 NOV 1965)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR ARVILLA SPENCER

 

   Services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Dale Methodist Church for Mrs. Arvilla May Spencer, 70, of Gladwin Township, who died Friday after an illness of two months. The Rev. Lee Long officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Mrs. Spencer was born in Ohio on Aug. 4, 1895. She had been a resident of Gladwin County for 37 years. She was married to Otis Spencer on Dec. 2, 1935, in Beaverton.

   Surviving, besides her husband, are one son, Gerald Butler, of Mt. Pleasant; and one daughter, Mrs. Florence Carpenter, of Burbank, Calif.; five step-daughters, Geraldine Williams and Wilma Kushmaul, of Beaverton, Myra Romatz and Lorraine Radigan, of Mt. Clemens, and Madonna Auntz, of Mt. Pleasant; three step-sons, Marvin, of Coleman, Richard, Saginaw, and Otis, of Lake Orion; one sister, Lila Coney, of Gladwin; two brothers, John of Mt. Pleasant, and Nathan, of Clare; 43 grandchildren and 56 great grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 11-24/1965 Column - 6 Page - 1   

 

BERTHA B. (LAKE) SPENCER (2 SEP 1913 - 25 JUNE 1997)

 

Bertha B. Spencer, 83, of Gladwin, died Wednesday, June 25, 1997 at the Gladwin Nursing Home following a long illness. The former Bertha Lake was born Sept. 2, 1913 in Beaverton and lived in Oakland County until moving to Gladwin in 1972. She married  Otis Spencer June 25, 1932, became a home maker, and was a member of the R.L.D.S. church in Gladwin. Mrs. Spencer was preceded in death by her husband (Dec. 25, 1993), three sisters, one brother, and one grandson.

   She is survived by three daughters Laura and husband Merle McKimmy of Beaverton; Lena Emond of Windsor, Ont.; Mildred and husband Morris Millen of Oxford; two sons Donald and  wife Brenda of Oxford; and James of Gladwin; 16 grandchildren; 31 great grandchildren; and three great-great grandchildren.

   Services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 28, at Hall Funeral Home in Gladwin. Elder Donald Spencer will officiate with burial in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to MidMichigan Hospice. Gladwin County Record dated 07-02/1997 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

EBER S. SPENCER (1900 - 1964)

 

LILLIAN A. SPENCER (1924 - ?)

 

MABLE (STIFF) SPENCER (15 APRIL 1883 - 6 FEB 1960)

 

SURVIVES HUSBAND BY TWO MONTHS

 

   Funeral services were held Tuesday for Mrs. Mable Spencer, 76, at the Dale Methodist Church. The Rev. Verne Summers officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. The former Miss Mable Stiff, born April 15, 1883 in Tuscola County, married Oscar Spencer in 1902. He preceded her in death last December 17. Mrs. Spencer, a resident of Tobacco Township, died Saturday, February 6. She had lived in Gladwin County for 30 years.

   Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Harriet Jones of Saginaw; three grandsons, Harvey Mavis, Leon Mavis and Dale Mavis, of Beaverton; and 10 great grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 02-10/1960 Column - 7 Page - 1  

 

OSCAR N. SPENCER (10 NOV 1876 - 17 DEC 1959)

 

OSCAR SPENCER DIES SUDDENLY

 

   Oscar N. Spencer, 83, died suddenly on Thursday at his home in Tobacco Township. Mr. Spencer was born November 10, 1876 in Tuscola County and married the former Mable Stiff in 1902. He has been a resident of Gladwin County for 30 years.

   Survivors include his wife, Mable; a daughter, Mrs. Harriet Jones of Saginaw; two brothers, Otis of Gladwin and Eber of Mt. Pleasant; three grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. in the Dale Methodist Church with the Rev. Verne Summers officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-23/1959 Column - 2 Page - 1   

 

OTIS S. SPENCER (12 NOV 1909 - 25 DEC 1993)

 

Otis S. Spencer, 84, of 601 N. Arcade St., Gladwin, died Saturday, Dec. 25, 1993, in the Gladwin Pines Nursing Home after a long illness. He was born in Gilford on Nov. 12, 1909, and moved to Gladwin County in 1972, from Lakeville. Mr. Spencer retired in 1972 after 25 years as a mechanic welder for National Twist Drill Co. in Rochester. He was a deacon at the Gladwin R.L.D.S. Church. Mr. Spencer and the former Bertha Lake were married June 25, 1932, in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Donald of Oxford and James of Gladwin; 3 daughters, Mrs. Merle (Laura) McKimmy of Beaverton, Mrs. Lena Emond of Windsor, Ont. and Mrs. Morris (Mildred) Millen of Oxford; several half brothers and sisters; 15 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Patricia Spencer as an infant and a grandson, Rodney Millen in 1984.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Elder Donald Spencer officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Multiple Sclerosis. Gladwin County Record dated 12-29/1993 Column - 2 Page - 2

 

ARDIS V. (OTTGEN) STALEY (7 SEP 1914 - 13 AUG 1996)

 

Ardis V. Staley, 81, of Gladwin, died Tuesday, Aug. 13, 1996 at the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor following a short illness. Born Sept. 7, 1914 in Midland, she resided in Midland and Gladwin County all of her life. Mrs. Staley had been employed as a school teacher in one room schools in the Coleman School Area. She was a member of the Beaverton Baptist Church. The former Ardis Ottgen married Norris H. Staley Aug. 1, 1934 in Midland. He preceded her in death April 24, 1981.

   Surviving are one son, Dirk and wife Louise of Flushing; 8 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Sharon Fassett Jan. 23, 1982. Rites were held at 2 p.m. Friday from the Beaverton Baptist Church. Pastor Brian Wright and Pastor Gordon Sanders officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery in Tobacco Township, Beaverton. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the American Diabetes Foundation or the Beaverton Baptist Church. Gladwin County Record dated 08-21/1996 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

BERNARD WISE STALEY (11 MARCH 1919 - 6 JULY 1994)

 

Bernard Wise Staley, 75, of Coleman, died Wednesday, July 6, 1994, at St. Mary's Center in Saginaww, following a brief illness. Born in Coleman March 11, 1919, he was a lifetime resident of Coleman, spending many summers and weekends at his cabin on Pratt Lake. He was an avid sportsman, and loved to hunt and fish. He attended Beaverton Baptist Church. He was a retired supervisor of Robinson Industries of Coleman. He married the former Marita Huss in Hope on May 3, 1941.

   Surviving include 2 sons, Roy and wife Linda, and Robert and wife Marcy, all of Coleman; 2 daughters, Barbara and husband Timothy Zietz, and Pamela and husband Donald White, all of Gladwin; 2 sisters, Ardis Robinson and Sandra Fassett, both of Coleman; and 12 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Norris and Vernell.

   Rites were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from Beaverton Baptist Church. The Rev. Curt Gordon officiated, and burial was held in Dale Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Beaverton Baptist Church. O'Laughlin Funeral Home of Coleman was in charge of arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 07-13/1994 Column - 5 Page - 2  

 

C. VERNAL STALEY (7 FEB 1910 - 2 FEB 1982)

 

C. Vernal Staley, 71, of 141 Saginaw St., Beaverton, died Tuesday, Feb. 2, in the Gladwin Area Hospital following a long illness. Born in Midland County on February 7, 1910, he had spent most of his life in Gladwin County. He was a research machinist for Dow Chemical Co. for 36 years until retiring in 1965. He then worked in the purchasing department at Robinson Industries for 10 years. Mr. Staley and the former Thelma Phillips were married June 25, 1929, in Coleman.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Loren of Lapeer; 3 daughters, Mrs. Dale (Bonnie) Lower of Midland, Mrs. George (Donna) Jones of Beaverton and Mrs. Richard (Kay) Henry of Gladwin; one brother, Bernard of Coleman; 2 sisters, Mrs. Ardis Robinson and Mrs. Sandra Fassett of Coleman; 10 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 02-03/1982 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

CLARENCE STALEY (1888 - 1948)

 

INEZ STALEY (1892 - 1981)

 

LOREN V. STALEY (5 APRIL 1933 - 12 FEB 1982)

 

Loren V. Staley, 48, of Columbiaville, died Friday, Feb. 12, in Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit. Born in Gladwin County on April 5, 1933, he was plant manager for Vesely Corp. for 12 years and recently was employed by Marathon Products of Lapeer. He was married to his wife, Joyce, Feb. 1, 1953, in Houghton Lake.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 sons, David of East Lansing; Patrick of Houston, Texas and Eric, at home; his mother, Mrs. Thelma Staley of Beaverton; 3 sisters, Mrs. Bonnie Lower of Midland, Mrs. Kay Henry of Gladwin and Mrs. Donna Jones of Beaverton.

   Rites were held Sunday at Baird-Newton Funeral Home in Lapeer. Graveside services were held Sunday at the Dale Cemetery in Beaverton. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Gladwin County Record dated 02-17/1982 Column - 5 Page - 2  

 

MARITA E. STALEY (1921 - ?)

 

NORRIS H. STALEY (13 MARCH 1914 - 24 APRIL 1981)

 

NORRIS STALEY

 

Norris H. Staley, 67, 5923 Peterson Rd., Coleman, died suddenly Friday, April 24, of a heart attack. Born March 13, 1914, in Coleman, he had spent his lifetime there and farmed. Mr. Staley and the former Ardis Ottgen were married August 1,1934, in Midland.

 

Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Dirk of Flushing; one daughter, Mrs. David (Sharon) Fassett of Gladwin; his mother, Mrs. Inez Nichol of Coleman; 2 brothers, Vernell of Beaverton and Bernard of Coleman; 2 sisters, Mrs. Ardis Robinson and Mrs. Sandra Fassett of Coleman; and 8 grandchildren.

 

Services were held Tuesday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Pastor Brian Wright officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 4-29/1981 Column – 6 Page – 2.

 

THELMA E. (PHILLIPS) STALEY (16 FEB 1911 - 12 JAN 1984)

 

Thelma E. Staley, 72, of 141 Saginaw St., Beaverton, died Thursday, Jan. 12, following a long illness. Born in Saginaw on February 16, 1911, she had spent most of her life in Gladwin County. She retired in 1976 from the Toughbouy Co., a division of Robinson Industries after 25 years. The former Thelma Phillips, she was married to C. Vernell Staley on June 25, 1929, in Coleman. He preceded her in death February 2, 1982.

   Surviving are 3 daughters, Mrs. Dale (Bonnie) Lower of Midland, Mrs. George (Donna) Jones of Beaverton and Mrs. Richard (Kay) Henry of Gladwin; 10 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. A son, Loren, preceded her in death February 12, 1982.

   Services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Beaverton Baptist Church. The Rev. Brian Wright officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Beaverton Baptist Church. Gladwin County Record dated 01-18/1984 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

 

(Midland Daily, Jan. 14, 1984)

 

Thelma E. Staley, 72, Beaverton, died Thursday, Jan. 12, 1984 in Gladwin following a long illness.  Born in Saginaw Feb. 16, 1911, she was a resident of Beaverton and Coleman most of her life.  She was employed 25 years with the Toughbouy Co., a division of Robinson Ind. in Coleman, before retiring in 1976.

 

The former Thelma Phillips, she married Vernell Staley June 25,1929 in Coleman.  Her husband preceded her in death, Feb. 2, 1982. A son, Loren Staley, preceded her in death Feb. 12, 1982.

 

She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Dale (Bonnie) Lower, of Midland, Mrs. George (Donna) Jones, of Beaverton, and Mrs. Richard (Kay) Henry, of Gladwin; 10 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

 

Services will be 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 15, 1984 in the Beaverton Baptist Church with the Rev. Brian Wright officiating. Burial will be in Dale Cemetery.

 

(Midland Daily News, Jan 13, 1984)

 

Thelma Staley, 72, Beaverton, died Thursday night, Jan. 12, 1984, in the home of her daughter, following a long illness. Arrangements are incomplete at the Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton.

 

GARY E. STALTER (1940 - 1995)

 

GEORGE STEELE (9 AUG 1850 - 11 SEP 1933)

 

NELSON R. STEELE, SR (29 MAY 1894 - 4 OCT 1972)

 

Nelson R. Steele, Sr., 78, of Beaverton, died suddenly Wednesday, October 4. Born in Tobacco Township May 29, 1894, he had spent his lifetime in Gladwin County. A World War I veteran, he was a member of the American Legion in Beaverton, WWI Barracks in Gladwin and the VFW in Midland.

   Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Roy (Helen) VanHorn and Mrs. Merlin (Rosemarie) Wooley, both of Beaverton; one son, Nelson R. Jr., of Gladwin; a sister, Miss Helen Steele in Massachusetts; and six grandchildren.

   Services were held Saturday at 2:00 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin, and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-11/1972 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

EVA E. (MORRIS) STENGER (ABT. 1877 - 19 MARCH 1907)

 

   Eva Morris, wife of Byron Stenger, died at their home near Beaverton, Mar. 19, of heart disease, aged 30 years. She was a member of the M. E. church and an active church worker. Her husband and five children mourn her loss. Interment in Dale cemetery, and memorial services were held Sunday in Dale hall conducted by Rev. Day. Gladwin County Record dated 03-28/1907 Column - 5 Page - 5

 

WILLIS ALDEN STENGER (7 FEB 1918 - 6 OCT 1963)

 

DIES SUDDENLY OF HEART ATTACK

 

   Willis A. Stenger, 45, of Beaverton, died suddenly of a heart attack Sunday afternoon while visiting at the farm home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Stenger, Sr., in Beaverton Township. Born on Feb. 7, 1918, in Beaverton Township, he married the former Susan Hutson in March, 1952, in Indiana. Mr. Stenger was employed as a foreman at Brown Machine Co., Beaverton. He was a veteran of World War II. He was a member of the National Rifle Association of America and a member of Beaverton V.F.W. Post 7303.

   Survivors include his wife, Susan; a daughter, Vickie Lee; his parents; three brothers, Homer and Charles Jr., of Beaverton, and Milford Hudson of Flint; and a sister, Mrs. Mina Shaw, of Flint. Funeral services will be held today (Wednesday) at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home with the Rev. Gordon Showers officiating. Burial is in Dale Cemetery under the auspices of the Beaverton V.F.W. Post. Gladwin County Record dated 10-09/1963 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

ANNA "ANNIE" (COLBECK) STERLING (12 JULY 1869 - 22 DEC 1960)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO MRS. STERLING

 

   Mrs. Annie Sterling, 91, of Beaverton died Thursday at the Waite Nursing Home in Caro after an illness of two years. A Gladwin County resident for 76 years the former Annie Colbeck was born on July 12, 1869, in Canada, and was married to John Sterling in Ann Arbor in 1888. He preceded her in death in 1940.

   Survivors include three sons, Homer, of Flint, Perley, of Sarasota, Fla., and Kenneth, of Hope; a daughter, Mrs. Gladys Broadworth, of Caro; two sisters, Mrs. Helen Kent, of Beaverton, and Mrs. Nina Fox, of Milwaukee, Wis.; 19 grandchildren, 48 great grandchildren, and four great great grandchildren.

   Funeral services were held Monday at 2 p.m. at the Dale Methodist Church, Elder Alvin Pendleton officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-28/1960 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

HELEN MAY STERLING (1898 - 6 JAN 1915)

 

JEALOUSY CAUSED GIRL TO COMMIT SUICIDE

 

BEAVERTON GIRL SWALLOWS CARBOLIC ACID WHILE DRIVING WITH GENTLEMAN FRIEND.

 

   Helen Sterling, 17-year-old girl of Beaverton, met her death Wednesday morning at 12:30 from a dose of carbolic acid administered by her own hand while cutter riding the night before accompanied by a young man whom she had been keeping company with. They had been to Gladwin and during the evening made a visit to the office of the Farmers' Home, where the girl visited while the young man was making the rounds of the city.

   On the way to Beaverton she opened a bottle, drained the contents, and exclaimed, "See what I have done!" They were on the road several miles from the city, and the young man spurred on the horse and made a quick trip to Beaverton, where the girl was staying at Lee Perry's and going to school. She had become unconscious in the cutter on the way home, and was carried to her room when they reached the house. Doctors Pierce, Sturge and Tiffany were called, but it was too late for remedies to be of avail. The deadly drug had done its work, and life soon became extinct.

   The girl was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Sterling of Billings, who were notified and came at once, being very much grieved. An inquest was held before Coroner Pierce Wednesday morning. Prosecuting Attorney Shaffer and Sheriff Sisco being in attendance. The evidence disclosed the above facts, and jealousy appeared to have been the cause of the rash act. A verdict of intentional suicide was rendered. Gladwin County Record dated 01-07/1915 Column - 5 Page - 1 

 

JOHN STERLING (15 AUG 1868 - 30 JAN 1941)

 

BILLINGS PIONEER DIES THURSDAY

 

   Funeral services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Dale Methodist Church for John Sterling, 72, Billings township pioneer, who died Thursday morning after an illness of more than a year. The Rev. Harold Hodgson officiated at the rites and burial was in the Dale cemetery. Mr. Sterling was born in Blenheim, Ontario, on August 15, 1868. He married Miss Anna Colbeck in 1888 and they resided near Lemington, Ontario.

   The Sterlingss came to Gladwin county and settled on their place in Billings township in 1900. Mr. Sterling was always prominent in community affairs and held several township offices. Survivors in addition to his wife are a daughter, Mrs. Gladys Dunham, of Caro; four sons, Roy, of Beaverton; Percy, of Hope; Homer, of Flint; Kenneth, of Hope; and a brother, George Sterling, of British Columbia. Gladwin County Record dated 02-05/1941 Column - 1 Page - 4

 

ROY S. STERLING (13 OCT 1893 - 13 OCT 1953)

 

DITCH MACHINE TAKES LIFE OF ROY STERLING

 

SERVICES WILL BE HELD FRIDAY FOR WELL-KNOWN BILLINGS RESIDENT

 

   Roy S. Sterling, 60, of Billings township, was killed instantly on Tuesday, October 13, when he became entangled in the tile ditching machine which he and his son were operating on the Siepke farm, five miles east of Alma. Funeral services will be held on Friday afternoon, at 2 o'clock. The Rev. Sidney S. Rood, of the Houghton Lake Episcopal church. The Rev. Sidney S. Rood, of the Houghton Lake Episcopal church, will officiate and burial will be made in the Dale cemetery. Mr. Sterling may be seen at the Hall Funeral Home after 8 o'clock this evening and will be taken to the home in Billings on Thursday afternoon.

   Mr. Sterling was born in Blenheim, Ontario, Canada, on October 13, 1893, and spent practically his life-time in Billings township. On December 25, 1912, he married Miss Vella Euper in Beaverton.

   Surviving are his wife, Vella; one son, Richard, of Billings; two daughters, Mrs. Bernard Cerva and Mrs. Gordon Gingrich, both of Midland; his mother, Mrs. Anna Sterling, of Billings; three brothers, Percy and Kenneth, of Hope, and Homer of Davison; one sister, Mrs. Frank Broadworth, of Fairgrove; also nine grandchildren. His father and a sister preceded him in death.

   Pallbearers will be Earl Colbeck, Harley Quillett, Shirley Brown, Claude Kent, Mike Kent and Frank White. Gladwin County Record dated 10-14/1953 Column - 8 Page - 1

 

VELLA G. (EUPER) STERLING (25 MARCH 1894 - 25 DEC 1972)

 

Vella Sterling, 78, of Midland, died Monday, Dec. 25, at the Town and Country Nursing Home. Born in Edmore on March 25, 1894, she had taught school in Gladwin County for several years. Mrs. Sterling was an honorary member of the Dale-Billings Ladies Aid and a member of Trinity Wesleyan Church, Midland. The former Vella Euper, she was married to Roy Sterling on Dec. 24, 1912. He preceded her in death on Oct. 13, 1953.

   Surviving are two daughters, Arlou Cerva and Marion Gingrich, both of Midland; one sister, Thelma Press of Flint; 13 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. One son preceded her in death in 1966.

   Rites were held Thursday, Dec. 28, at 1 p.m. from the Miner-Bradley Funeral Home, Midland. The Rev. Elra Key officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-03/1973 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

DANIEL M. STERN (1864 - 21 NOV 1932)

 

Daniel Stern, a Tobacco township farmer, died Monday forenoon at about 11 a.m. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at the Church of the Brethren in Tobacco township, conducted by Rev. Perry Arnold, and burial will take place at the Dale cemetery. Mr. Stern had been a resident of Tobacco township for about 16 years. He was one of Tobacco township's substantial and honorable farmers, having many friends.

   He died of a complication of diseases and had been ill for several months. He had an operation at Bay City, from which he made no great recovery. He ws the father of 14 children, of whom eight survive him. Mrs. Landa Mishler, his youngest child and a resident of Tobacco township, and his widow survive him. The remaining children live in other parts, a part of them in western states. Gladwin County Record dated 11-24/1932 Column - 7 Page - 1

 

HARRY E. STERN (1890 - 1984)

 

IDA R. STERN (1895 - 1930)

 

JOHN EDWIN STERN (10 JAN 1925 - 27 MAY 1945)

 

SARAH E. STERN (26 MARCH 1864 - 20 FEB 1944)

 

SERVICES TUESDAY FOR MRS. STERN

 

   Funeral services were held Tuesday at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren for Mrs. Sarah E. Stern, 79 of Beaverton, who died Sunday at her home. The Rev. R. H. Nicodemus and the Rev. E. S. Hollinger officiated as the services and burial was in the Dale cemetery.

   Serving as pall bearers at the funeral were Clarence Carpenter, Eldon Witkovsky, Alfred Wolfe, Leland VanDyke, George Riley and Earl Rau. Mrs. Stern was born in Indiana on March 26, 1864. Her husband Daniel M. Stern, preceded her in death 12 years ago.

   Surviving are six sons, Oscar E., George E., Charles V., Harry E., Roy E., and Jacob L. Stern; and two daughters, Mrs. Alva L. Hoisington and Mrs. Mary G. Mishler. Gladwin County Record dated 02-23/1944 Column - 1 Page - 4

 

LARRY STEVEN (1950 - 1963)

 

BESSIE L. (PARKS) STEWART (7 MARCH 1887 - 8 NOV 1968)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR BESSIE STEWART

 

   Bessie L. Stewart, 81, of Gladwin, died Friday, Nov. 8, at the Gladwin Hospital following a short illness. Born in Kentucky on March 7, 1887, she had been a resident of Gladwin County since 1921. She was married to James Stewart on Feb. 2, 1903, in Whiting, Mo. He preceded her in death in February 1964. Services were held Monday at 3 p.m. from the Miner Chapel. The Rev. Carl Briggs officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-13/1968 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

JAMES L. STEWART (15 FEB 1886 - 12 FEB 1964)

 

RITES HELD FOR JAMES STEWART

 

   James L. Stewart, 77, died at his Sage Township home Wednesday afternoon after a long illness. A retired farmer, he was born on Feb. 15, 1886, in Indiana, and was married to the former Bessie Parks, who survives him, on Feb. 2, 1903, in Missouri. They came to Gladwin County in 1921 from Kentucky where he had worked in the coal mines. They lived near Dale for 12 years and then moved to the Skeels area. He was a veteran of World War I. Funeral services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. at the Miner Funeral Home with the Rev. Carl Briggs officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-12/1964 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

BURNELL W. STOCKFORD (1920 - 1980)

 

IRENE J. STOCKFORD (1920 - ?)

 

ALFORD DAVENPORT STRINGFIELD (18 NOV 1908 - 20 SEP 1990)

 

Alford Davenport Stringfield, 81, of 1013 McKimmy Dr., Beaverton, died Thursday, Sept. 20, at his home after a long illness. Born in Spring Gardens, Ill., Nov. 18, 1908, he moved to Gladwin County in 1973 from Taylor. He was a heating and cooling maintenance employee for Michigan Consolidated Gas Co. for 25 years until retiring in November 1970. Mr. Stringfield was a member of the Beaverton Baptist Church. Mr. Stringfield and the former Mildred Gill were married Oct. 16, 1937, in Detroit.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Mrs. George (Cynthia) Dotson of Beaverton; 2 sisters, Ester Flowers of Ina, Ill. and Pauline Carroll of Allen Park; 4 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother, William and a sister, Naomi Binns.

   Rites were held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Beaverton Baptist Church. Pastor Brian Wright and Pastor Donald Fromer officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 09-26/1990 Column - 5 Page - 2  

 

MILDRED I. (GILL) STRINGFIELD (19 NOV 1915 - ?)

 

EVA MAY (WESTERN) STUBE (11 OCT 1912 - 9 DEC 1992)

 

Eva May Stube, 80, of Beaverton, died Wednesday, Dec. 9, 1992, in the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Midland. She was born in Bad Axe on Oct. 11, 1912, and graduated from Bad Axe High School and Hurley Hospital School of Nursing. She was employed at St. Joseph's Hospital in Detroit and the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Midland, until she retired in 1962. She lived in Midland from 1944 to 1972 when she moved to Beaverton. The former Eva Western, she was married to Marvin Stube on July 15, 1939, in Detroit.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by 4 sons, Tim and Charles of Beaverton, Douglas of Caro and Steven of Midland; one daughter, Mrs. John (Gretchen) Harper of Midland; one brother, Ralph of East Tawas; 3 sisters, Laura Nellett of East Tawas, Bernita Haertg of Pinehurst, N.C. and Verna Schurr of Sun City West, Ariz.; 17 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Rebecca Stube.

   Services were held Friday at 11 a.m. from St. Anne's Catholic Church in Edenville. The Rev. Father James Heller officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. Memorials may be made to the American Lung Association. Gladwin County Record dated 12-16/1992 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

MARVIN STUBE (6 JULY 1914 - ?)

 

REBECCA SUE "BECKY" STUBE (18 APRIL 1977 - 24 FEB 1978)

 

Rebecca Stube

 

Rebecca Sue Stube, 10-month-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Tim Stube of Beaverton, died suddenly Friday, Feb. 24. She was born on April 18,1977. Besides her parents, she is survived by one brother and one sister, Joseph and Katherine, both at home; and her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Stube of Beaverton and Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Oliver of Midland.

 

Services were held Monday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Father Robert Davey officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 3-1/1978 Column – 5 Page – 2.

 

BETTY JANE (MERCER) SUTHERLAND (30 NOV 1925 - 25 NOV 1950)

 

PASSES AWAY AFTER LONG ILLNESS

  

   Mrs. Betty Jane Sutherland, 24, passed away Saturday, November 25, at the Leila Post Montgomery Hospital in Battle Creek, after a two years illness. Funeral services were held Tuesday, at 2 p.m., from the Beaverton Methodist church with the Rev. Donald Sailor officiating. Burial was made in Dale cemetery. Mr.s Sutherland was born November 30, 1925, in Saginaw, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Mercer, of Beaverton. On October 4, 1947, she was married to Hugh W. Sutherland, of Gladwin. She attended the Beaverton Methodist church and the Beaverton schools and graduated in 1943 from the Beaverton high school.

   She leaves her husband, Hugh; one son, William Hugh, 3 1/2 years old; her father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Mercer, of Beaverton; five sisters, Mrs. Dorothy Baldwin, of Bay City, Mrs. Dola Kleinhardt, of Clare, Mrs. Mary Ellen Brown, of Midland, Mrs. Barbara Jean Shreeve, of Midland, Miss Cora Lee Mercer, of Beaverton; two brothers, James Mercer and William Mercer, of Beaverton, and grandmother, Mrs. Lucetta Kintner, of Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 11-29/1950 Column - 4 Page - 1  

 

EDRIE C. (BROWN) SWANTON (13 DEC 1904 - 25 JULY 1985)

 

Edrie C. Swanton, 80, of Beaverton, died Thursday, July 25, 1985, in Midland Hospital Center. She was born Dec. 13, 1904, in Beaverton, where she was a lifelong resident. The former Edrie C. Brown married John H. Swanton, Dec. 9, 1922, in Beaverton. He died Nov. 20, 1964.

   She leaves daughters, Maxine Daniels of Coleman, Betty Dailey and Marie Sersaw, both of Florida, and Mary Mason of Beaverton; sons, Richard Swanton, Loomis Swanton and Lowell Swanton, all of Beaverton; 36 grandchildren; 54 great grandchildren; and a brother, Leo Brown of Clio.

   Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Burial will be in Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. Friends may call at the funeral home anytime today. Gladwin County Record dated 07-31/1985 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

JOHN HAZEN SWANTON (28 MAY 1902 - 20 NOV 1964)

 

SAGINAW MAN IS HELD IN SHOTGUN SLAYING

 

   An ex-mental patient has been arraigned on a first degree murder charge in the shotgun slaying early Friday morning of 62-year-old John Hazen Swanton, of Tobacco Township. Joseph Chobod, 54, of Saginaw, was arraigned on the murder charge in justice court before Justice of the Peace Jean Eagleson Saturday. Prosecuting Attorney George C. Johnson at that time asked for an examination for Chobod.

   Johnson said today that he also plans to arraign Chobod during the December term of circuit court on a first degree murder warrant. A Saginaw attorney, who said he will defend Chobod, stated Chobod's wife had petitioned the Saginaw County Probate to have him recommitted to the Traverse City State Hospital as a mental patient.

   The attorney said Chobod, a Saginaw foundry worker, has been there three other times in recent years---twice for alcoholism and about a year ago as a mental patient. Chobod is accused of killing Swanton in the kitchen of his Guernsey Road home about 7:30 a.m. Friday morning with Swanton's 12-gauge shotgun. He also allegedly fired shots at two other persons, before driving to the Beaverton Dairy Bar where he was arrested by Beaverton City Marshal Paul Thorp about a half-hour after the shooting was said to have occurred.

   Upon questioning by Sheriff Victor Edick and Under Sheriff Walter Scott Chobod said he killed Swanton, a Dow retiree, because he had grown too big. "No matter what I said or talked about he was better," Chobod told them, Sheriff Edick said. After questioning Chobod was taken to the Clare County jail in Harrison for security reasons.

   Swanton's nephew, Lowell Brown Jr., of Rt. 2, Beaverton, who had slept that night on a couch in the living room, said he knew no reason for the shooting and there had been no arguing as far as he knew. There was evidence of drinking, Sheriff Edick said.

   No one seemed to know how Chobod came to be staying at the home. There apparently were no connections before between the two men that members of the family could remember. Brown said that the accused killer had hunted deer Sunday from the Swanton home. He apparently went home Monday and returned to the house Tuesday to stay and hunt.

   Swanton's wife, Edrie, was babysitting for a daughter in Loomis when the murder allegedly took place. Brown gave sheriff's officers this accout of what happened after he was awakened by shots around 7:30 a.m. After being awakened he went into the kitchen where he saw his uncle's body laying on the floor. Chobod, he said, was standing to his right holding the shotgune and said, "ok, you're next, outside." Brown said he ran outside and down the road to get Swanton's son, Richard, who lives about a quarter mile away.

   The two returned in Richard's car and Brown went around to the rear door and attempted to get into the kitchen: When he opened the door Chobod was standing in the doorway between the kitchen and living room. As he raised the gun Brown said he ducked and backed out. A blast of buckshot splintered the door throwing pieces into the hair and back of Brown. A second shot struck the wall just to the left of the door.

   Richard sitting in the car on the road started blowing the horn. Apparently Chobod picked up his deer rifle and fired a shot in the general direction of the car through a front window. Officers believe the bullet struck a large tree in the front yard. Brown said he ran back to Richard's house and Richard drove. When they saw the alledged murderer drive by, Brown went to town for help.

   Chobod went to the Beaverton Dairy Bar where he entered and sat down with his rifle, a 300 savage. Marshal Thorp was called and went to the dairy bar with Robert Ostic, a city employee. Chobod offered no resistance as they took his rifle away and brought him to the county jail.

   From what Chobod told officers the shooting probably happened this way. Swanton had gone into the bathroom and as he came out Chobod fired at him. The shot was believed to have been a slug and narrowly missed Swanton, and left powder burns on his right ear. A second shot, which was buckshot, struck him in the groin. A third blast and believed to be the one that killed Swanton hit him in the chest.

   The body was taken to the Midland Hospital where a pathologist performed an autopsy.

 

SERVICES HELD FOR HAZEN SWANTON

 

   Services were Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home for John Hazen Swanton, 62, of Tobacco Township, who died instantly of gunshot wounds at his home Friday morning. Born in Gladwin County on May 28, 1902, he was a retired Dow Chemical Company employee. Mr. Swanton had lived in the county for the past 21 years. He was married to the former Edrie Brown in Beaverton in 1922.

   Surviving besides his wife are four daughters, Mrs. Arthur Daniels, Coleman, Mrs. Robert Daily, rural Clare, Mrs. Martin Mason, Sanford, and Mrs. Loren Sersaw, Coleman; three sons, Richard of Loomis, of Beaverton, and Lowell, of Saginaw; one sister, Mrs. Shirley Brown, of Beaverton; a brother, Bradford, of Bay City; 28 grandchildren and one great grandchild.

   The Rev. H. A. Brannan, of Coleman, officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-25/1964 Column - 7 Page - 1 

 

LOWELL J. "JOE" SWANTON (16 JULY 1943 - ?)

 

WANDA L. SWANTON (1 JAN 1945 - ?)

 

LORETTA L. SWARTZ (14 SEP 1939 - 2 JUNE 1995)

 

Loretta L. (Lori) Swartz, 55, of Beaverton, died Friday, June 2, 1995 at home following an illness of 1 year. Born Sept. 14, 1939 in Winona, Minn., she lived in Beaverton since 1973 when she moved from Sterling Heights. Mr. Swartz was a member of the St. Philip Catholic Church in Coleman. The former Loretta Webber married William Swartz March 21, 1971 in Warren.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by one son, Michael and wife Laura Hammond of Gladwin; one daughter, Marie Tozier of Beaverton; 2 stepdaughters, Dana and husband Jeff Meisel of Warren, and Angela Swartz of Warren; 2 brothers, Wesley Webber of Sugar Grove, Ill., and Bruce Webber of Rockdale, Il.; one sister, Cheryl Duellman of Mondovi, Wisc.; and 4 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Mariann Hammond April 29, 1979 and a granddaughter, Melissa Tozier Jan. 22, 1991.

   Services were held at 11 a.m. Monday from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton chapel with the Rev. Fatehr James G. Heller officiating. Burial was in the Dale Cemetery, Tobacco Township. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the Hospice of Gladwin Area. Gladwin County Record dated 06-07/1995 Column - 1 Page - 6  

 

CAROLINE G. SYKES (16 DEC 1923 - 5 OCT 1985)

 

Caroline G. Sykes, 61, of 110 Knox St., Beaverton, died Saturday, Oct. 5, in the Clare Community Hospital following a long illness. Born in Lansing on Dec. 16, 1923, she came to Gladwin County 3 years ago from Saginaw. Surviving are 4 sons, Charles of All-Bright Shores, Thomas of Saginaw and Dennis and Keith of Detroit; 2 daughters, Mrs. Suzanne Culbertson of Ypsilanti and Mrs. Glenda Harris of Gladwin; one sister, Mrs. Janie Fortune of Dearborn Heights; 15 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

   Services were held Monday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Aeron Davies officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-09/1985 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

JACQUELINE K. SYKES (27 APRIL 1954 - 16 OCT 1986)

 

BEAVERTON WOMAN DIES IN MISHAP

 

   A Beaverton woman was fatally injured in a 2-car collison in Bay County Thursday afternoon, according to Bay City State Police. Jacqueline Sykes, 32, of 1164 Walnut St., All-Bright Shores, was fatally injured when she pulled onto Garfield Rd. from a US-10 exit ramp about 1:10 p.m., said Trooper Chris Lewis. He said Sykes apparently did not see the oncoming vehicle as she started to turn south onto Garfield Rd. The northbound car was driven by Dwight Kreager, 24, of Saginaw, and he was not injured.

   Skyes' 5-year-old daughter, Shanna, a passenger in the car, was treated for minor injuries at Bay Medical Center and released, authorities said. Neither Sykes nor her daughter was wearing a seat belt, troopers said. Kreager was wearing a seat belt, they noted.

   Authorities said the accident remains under investigation, but added it does not appear any tickets will be issued. Sykes's obituary is on page 2. Gladwin County Record dated 10-22/1986 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

JACQUELINE SYKES

 

   Jacqueline K. Sykes, 32, of 1164 Walnut St., All-Bright Shores, died Thursday, Oct. 16, of injuries sustained in an auto-mobile accident in Bay county. Born in Flint, April 27, 1954, she moved to Gladwin County in 1976 from Saginaw. The former Jacqueline Wilson, she was married to Charles Sykes Oct. 6, 1972, in Saginaw.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by a son, Charles, at home; 2 daughters, Sheila and Shawns, at home; her parents, John and Doris Wilson of Roscommon; and 2 brothers, Randy of Lawrenceville, Ga. and Terry of Roscommon.

   Services were held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Elder Kathleen Bliss officiated and burial was in Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-22/1986 Column - 3 Page – 2 

 

THOMAS N. SYLVESTER (1854 - 1936)

 

T'S

 

BENJAMIN F. TARZWELL (24 DEC 1903 - 26 FEB 1973)

 

Benjamin F. Tarzwell, 69, of Beaverton, died Monday, Feb. 26, in the Midland Hospital following an illness of one year. Born in Oscoda County on Dec. 24, 1903, he had retired from Dow Chemical Co. in 1965. Following his retirement, he went to Prudenville and had moved back to Beaverton January 6.

   Mr. Tarzwell operated a grocery store in Beaverton from 1945 to 1952 and the Edenville IGA store for two years. He was a 32nd degree Mason in the Beaverton Lodge. He was married to the former Gladys Eyre on June 10, 1925, in Bay City.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Robert of Beaverton; one daughter, Mrs. Mary Lou Kent of Midland; two sisters, Mrs. Florence Simon and Mrs. Irene Nichols both of Bay city; and five grandchildren.

   Services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton. The Rev. John Pruden will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. A Masonic service will be held at 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Gladwin County Record dated 02-28/1973 Column - 3 Page - 2 

 

GLADYS A. (EYRE) TARZWELL (5 OCT 1903 - 1 JUNE 2000)

 

Gladys A. Tarzwell, 96, of Beaverton, died Thursday, June 1, 2000 at Stratford Village Nursing Home of Midland. Born Oct. 5, 1903, in Bay City, she was the daughter of Arthur and Effie Eyre. Gladys married Benjamin F. Tarzwell, June 10, 1925 in Bay City. He preceded her in death Feb. 26, 1973.

   Gladys and Ben moved to Beaverton in 1945 and owned and operated the Beaverton IGA store until 1952 when they moved to Edenville and operated the Edenville IGA store until 1954. Gladys worked for Knepp’s clothing store in downtown Midland in the late 1950s to 1966. Upon retirement she moved, with her husband, to Houghton Lake where they made a home for several years. After her husband’s death, she moved into Beaverton Manor where she lived until October 1999, when she entered Stratford Village.

She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Beaverton and a lifetime member of the Beaverton Eastern Stars. Gladys loved to bowl, work in her flower garden, play cards and drive her car.

   Surviving are one son, Robert and wife Billie of Beaverton; one daughter, Mary Lou and husband Millard Kent of Midland; five grandchildren, Randy, Rodney, and Scott Tarzwell, and Jennifer Kent-Bryant and Carter Kent; eight great-grandchildren, Steven, Sara, Nicolas and Andrea Tarzwell, Jordon, Haleigh and Benjamin Kent-Bryant, and Shea Kent; and one brother, Merle Eyre of Bay City. She was preceded in death by twins, a son and daughter; three brothers, Floyd, Kenneth, and Alvin; and one sister, Helen, all of Bay City.

   Services were held at 1 p.m. Monday at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton, with Rev. David Stewart officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 06-07/2000 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

CLIFTON M. TAYLOR (1914 - 1989)

 

ESTHER G. TAYLOR (4 DEC 1921 - 12 SEP 1982)

 

Esther G. Taylor, 60, of Roscommon, died at her home Sunday, Sept. 12. Born in Saginaw on December 4, 1921, she moved to Roscommon from Lake in 1951. She was a member of the First Congregational Church. Surviving are her husband, Clifton; one son, Robert of Hudsonville; one daughter, Sandra Selbig of Port Orchard, Wash.; her father, Fred Rise of Roscommon; 2 brothers; one sister; and 6 grandchildren.

   Rites were held today, Wednesday, at 11 a.m. from the Steurnel Funeral Home, Roscommon. The Rev. Thomas Bruno officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery, Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 09-15/1982 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

ARLA J. (POST) THOMPSON (22 DEC 1921 - 18 JUNE 1984)

 

Arla J. Thompson, 62, of 5444 Mangus Rd., Beaverton, died Monday, June 18, in the Clare Nursing Home following a long illness. The former Arla Post, she was born on December 22, 1921 in Midland and moved here four years ago from Genesee County. She was married to Raymond Thompson and was a housewife. Besides her husband, she is survived by her mother, Clara Post of Tampa , Fla.; and four brothers, Floyd Post of Saginaw, Leland Post of Lomita, Calif., Duane Post of Whittier, Calif. and Herbert Post of Placentia, Calif. Services will be held Thursday at 2:30 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-20/1984 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

RAYMOND C. THOMPSON, SR (13 APRIL 1918 - 5 AUG 1984)

 

Raymond C. (Gabby) Thompson Sr., 66, of 5444 Mangus Rd., Beaverton, died suddenly Sunday, Aug. 5, at his home. Born in Battle Creek on April 13, 1918, he came to Gladwin County four years ago from Flint. He retired in 1978 as a stock keeper at Fisher Body No. 1. He was a veteran of World War II and a member of the Gladwin County Sheriff's Posse, Club 21 C. B. Club and the Gladwin County VFW 7303. Mr. Thompson and the former Arla Post were married January 29, 1971, in Flint. She preceded him in death June 18, 1984.

   Surviving are 2 sons, Raymond Jr. of Kansas City, Mo. and Lewis of Flint; and 2 grandchildren. Rites will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Mark Moore will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-08/1984 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

LEON S. THURSTON (14 MARCH 1917 - 4 JULY 1991)

 

Leon S. Thurston, 74, of Midland, died Thursday, July 4, 1991, at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center. He was born in Grayling March 14, 1917. As a youth he moved to Midland where he was raised and educated. He married the former Harriet Hughes in Midland April 12, 1942.

    He served in the U.S. Army during World War II in the European Theater. He worked at The Dow Chemical Company for 42 years, retiring in 1976. Leon attended aldersgate United Methodist Church. He was a life member of Midland VFW 3651, Dow Retirees and the Parkinson's Support Group.

   He is survived by his wife, Harriet; sons James (Sachyeo) Thurston of Denver, Douglas (Barbara) Thurston of Edenville, Ronald (Barbara) Thurston of Sanford, Kim (Debra) Thurston of Nashville, Tenn., and Curtiss (Rosalyn) Thurston of Baton Rouge, La.; daughters Barbara (Jim) Zimmerman of Midland, Connie (Richard) Brabaw of Sanford, Sherry (Jesse) Gonzales of Freeland and Kathy Hansen of LaMase, Calif.; brothers Gordon Thurston of Midland and Donald Thurston of Hope; sisters Joyce Austin of Cadillac and Marion Laughton of Midland; sister-in-law Clara Thurston of Midland; 21 grandchidren; and several great-grandchildren.

   Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Monday, July 8, 1991, from Wilson Miller Funeral Home. The Rev. David Stout of Aldersgate United Methodist Church will officiate.

   Friends may call at the funeral home today from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Memorials are suggested to Northeast Chapter of Parkinson's Support Group or the Michigan Kidney Foundation. Midland Daily News dated 07-06/1991 Column - 5 Page - B6

 

CHRISTOPHER ROGERS TOLLY (14 JUNE 1964 - 14 JUNE 1964)

 

 RITES FOR BABY

 

   The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Lanny Tolly, of Hadley, was buried in Dale Cemetery following services Tuesday at 11 a.m. at the Miner Funeral Chapel with the Rev. James Morris, of Hadley, officiating. Christopher Rogers Tolly was born June 14 in Flint. Survivors in addition to his parents are grandparents, Rev. and Mrs. John Tolly, of Niles, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Passmore, Traverse City; great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Otis Tolly and Mrs. Gladys Guernsey, Beaverton; and great great grandmother Mrs. Lottie Denzer, of Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 06-17/1964 Column - 7 Page - 2

 

JAMES W. TOLLY, JR (19 MARCH 1956 - 9 APRIL 2002)

 

James W. Tolly, James W. Tolly, Jr., age 46, went to be with his Lord Tuesday, April 9, 2002 at his home on Guernsey Road in Beaverton. He was born March 19, 1956 in Gladwin, the son of James Sr. and Bonnie Tolly. Except for ten years of residency in Midland, he has resided in Beaverton. He graduated from Beaverton High School in 1974. He was always a sports enthusiast and diligent in exercising. He attended Community College for two years. He was well versed in politics and world events. He was a member of the Beaverton Baptist Church and was among the charter members, always faithful in Bible reading.

   He is survived by his parents, James and Bonnie; one sister, Gladys (Jerry) Scoby of Mt. Pleasant; one brother, Kirk (Kris) of Munith; two nephews, Paul Scoby and Andrew Tolly; and two nieces, Laurie Scoby and Karen Tolly. Additional survivors are two aunts, Coralee (Frank) Foster of Beaverton and a favorite aunt, Billie (John) Tolly of Niles; six uncles, George Rowley of Gladwin, Max (Shirley) Guernsey of Beaverton, John Tolly of Niles, Richard (Bea) Tolly, Lowell (Gert) Tolly, and Milton (Lillian) Tolly, all of Midland; as well as numerous cousins. Jim will be deeply missed by his family.

   His family received friends and relatives at the Sisson Funeral Home in Gladwin on Sunday, April 14. Funeral services for Jim were held Monday, April 15, 2002 at the Beaverton Baptist Church. Rev. Tim Terhune and Rev. Brian Wright officiated. Burial was in Dale Cemetery on Freeman Road. Gladwin County Record dated 04-09/2002 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

JOHN ROGERS TOLLY, II (25 JUNE 1964 - 22 JULY 1964)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR INFANT SON

 

   John Rogers Tolly II, infant son of the Rev. and Mrs. John R. Tolly, of Niles, died July 222 in the University of Chicago Hospital of pneumonia, where he had been a patient for four days. He was born on June 25, 1964, in Niles. Survivors besides his parents include, one brother, Lanny, of Hadley; threee sisters, Jeannine, Kathleen adn Bonnie Louise, of Niles; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Otis Tolly, and Mrs. Roy Guersnsey, of Beaverton; adn his great grandmother, Mrs. Lottie Denzer, of Beaverton.

   Services were held Friday, July 24, from the Miner Chapel with Arthur L. Farrell, D. D., of Lansing officiating. Burieal was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-29/1964 Column - 2 Page - 2  

 

MELISSA LOUISE TOZIER (9 MARCH 1984 - 22 JAN 1991)

 

Melissa Louise Tozier, 6, of 101 Badger Rd., Beaverton, died Tuesday, Jan. 22, 1991, in the Mid-Michigan Regional Medical Center-Gladwin, after a long illness. Born in Lewiston, Maine, March 9, 1984, she moved to Gladwin County 4 years ago. She attended the Beaverton Elementary School.

   Surviving are her mother, Marie Tozier; one sister, Kimberly, at home; her grandparents, William and Loretta Swartz of Beaverton and June Tozier of Maine. Services were held Saturday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Deacon Stanley Belanger officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-30/1991 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

ADELINE "ADDA" MAE (FUHRMAN) TREMAINE (15 AUG 1884 - 25 JAN 1960)

 

ILLNESS FATAL TO MRS. TREMAINE

 

   Mrs. Adda Mae Tremaine 75, died Monday, January 25 at her home in Tobacco Township after an illness of about two months. The former Miss Adda Mae Fuhrman, was born August 15, 1884 in Decatur, Ind. She has lived in Gladwin County since and was married to Jay W. Tremaine Sept. 28, 1911 in Midland.

   Survivors include her husband Jay W.; a son Fuhrman of Beaverton; two daughters, Mrs. Louise Farrow fo Gladwin and Mrs. Ruth Dubiel of Kawkawlin; two brothers, William Fuhrman of Greenville and Hubert Fuhrman of Detroit, and 14 grandchildren.

   Funeral services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. at the Dale Methodist Church. Rev. Verne Summers willl officiate and burial will be in Dale Cemetery. Mrs. Tremaine will be at the church from 12 o'clock until the time of the service. Gladwin County Record dated 01-27/1960 Column - 6 Page - 1  

 

ALICE A. (NOBLE) TREMAINE (28 SEP 1857 - 3 JULY 1912)

 

Alice, wife of George W. Tremain, died July 3 at their home in Tobacco township. She had been a sufferer for a long time with asthma and lung trouble. A husband and one son remain to mourn her loss, beside a large circle of friends, by whom she was held in high esteem. They had resided in Tobacco township many years. Gladwin County Record dated 07-11/1912 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

Alice A. Noble was born Sept. 28, 1857, near Delta, Ohio and died at her home in Tobacco township, July 3, 1912, aged 54 years, 9 months and 5 days. She was united in marriage to George W. Tremain Dec. 12, 1879. One child was born to them, Jay W. Tremain, who survives his mother. They moved to Michigan from Ohio in 1896, being one of the pioneers of Tobacco township. She united with the Church of Christ Sept. 8, 1897. She leaves to mourn, besides her son and his wife who lived at home a husband, her mother, Mrs. E. N. Noble, two sisters, Mrs. Rebekah Cottrell and Mrs. Jessie Onweller, William H. and James E. Noble of Saginaw, Charles O. Noble of Beaverton besides a host of friends and neighbors. Gladwin County Record dated 07-25/1912 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

GEORGE W. TREMAINE (6 JUNE 1839 - 16 FEB 1921)

 

George W. Tremain was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia, June 6, 1839, and died in Tobacco township, Gladwin county, Feb. 16, 1921, being 81 years, 8 months and 10 days of age. He came to Boston when 18 years old and there met and married Miss Lexie Cruickshank, April 27, 1864. After eight years of happy married life, she died, leaving him with two little girls, one of whom is still living, Mrs. Gertrude Marks of Morenci, Mich.

   Dec. 11, 1880, he married Miss Alice Noble of Swanton, Ohio, who came with him to Tobacco township, Gladwin county, to make a home. She was a great sufferer for years, and left for that better home July 3, 1912. To this union was born one son, James W. He leaves besides these six grandchildren, and two great grandchildren.

   He became a member of the Baptist church, while a young man and was always a faithful helper in all that was good. He was always genial and kind and made many friends wherever he was. He took great pleasure even to the last in keeping well informed on the topics of the day. He was a kind and loving husband and father, and will be greatly missed by both relatives and friends. Gladwin County Record dated 02-24/1921 Column - 3 Page - 4

 

JAY W. TREMAINE (10 FEB 1882 - MARCH 1961)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR JAY TREMAINE

 

   Jay W. Tremaine, 79, of Beaverton, died Thursday following a two week illness. Born on Feb. 10, 1882, in Chicago, he had been a resident of Gladwin County for more than 60 years. He was married Sept. 28, 1911, to the former Adeline Mae Fuhrman in Midland. She preceded him in death on Jan. 25, 1960.

   Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Louise Farrow, of GLadwin, and Mrs. Ruth Dubiel, of Kawkawlin a son, Fuhrman, of Beaverton; and 14 grandchildren.

   Funeral services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Dale Methodist Church with the Rev. Gordon Showers officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-29/1961 Column - 2 Page - 1    

 

JUSTIN AARON TREMAINE (16 SEP 1975 - 10 OCT 1975) - INFANT

 

Justin Aaron Tremain, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. James R. Tremain of Beaverton, died suddenly Friday, Oct. 10, of asphyxiation at his home. He was born in Midland on September 16, 1975. Besides his parents, he is survived by one brother, James II at home; his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Fuhrman Tremain and Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Sheets of Beaverton; great grandfather, Burley Sheets and great grandmother, Mrs. Edith Fiedler of Beaverton.

   Services were held Sunday at 2:30 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton. The Rev. Mark Moore officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-15/1975 Column - 5 Page - 2  

 

ADAM TSCHUPP (1863 - 1935)

 

HATTIE WAYNE TSCHUPP (1893 - 1949)

 

LOVINA E. TSCHUPP (1866 - 1928)

 

EDITH A. (COX) TYRE (3 APRIL 1903 - 8 JAN 1993)

 

Edith A. Tyre, 89, of Beaverton, died Friday, Jan. 8, 1993, in the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center, Gladwin, after a long illness. She was born in Bay City on April 3, 1903, and came to Gladwin County in 1965. The former Edith Cox, she was married to Charles Tyre and he preceded her in death in 1972.

   Surviving are 3 sons, Lloyd of Beaverton, Harold of Japan and Charles of Gladwin; one daughter, Carol Tyre of Beaverton; 2 sisters, Lillian Schegal and Alice Tyre of West Branch; 9 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Carl.

   Rites were held Sunday at 6 p.m. from the Sisson Funeral Home. The Rev. David Stewart officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-13/1993 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

PENNY SUE TYRE (1 SEP 1961 - 16 MARCH 1975)

 

Penny Sue Tyre, 13, daughter of Gladwin Sheriff's Sgt. and Mrs. Lloyd Tyre of Gladwin, died Sunday, March 16, at her home after an illness of four years. Born in San Jose, Calif., on September 1, 1961, she moved to Detroit with her parents in 1964 and to Gladwin County in 1968. Penny was an 8th grade student in the Gladwin Intermediate school and a member of the Round Lake Baptist Church.

   Besides her parents, she is survived by four sisters, Terri, Tammy, Lori and Kristi, all at home; one brother, Steven, at home; her maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Edmund Casebeer of Gladwin; and paternal grandmother, Mrs. Edith Tyre of Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 03-19/1975 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

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ARCHIBALD VAN DYKE (8 OCT 1870 - 4 MAY 1937)

 

At Northville, near Albany, New York, on October 8, 1870, life began for Archie VanDyke, only child of Joseph and Carrie VanDyke. Three years later his father died, and his mother returned to her former home near Portland, Michigan. There, an dat Muir nearby, they lived together for nearly 10 years. When Archie was about 14 years old, his mother was married to Lyman Moore, of Portland. For the first time he was in a home with brothers and sisters: John, a half brother, and Edith, a step sister. Here he spent his teens and some of the years following, sturing up happy memories which he never forgot.

   He was 21 years old when he took the first of three trips to Montana, spending in all about five years there. On returning from the west, in the spring of '98, he went at once to meet Mina Crowel, whom he had known since a visit to Woodland years before. A few days later, on April 23, they were married. The next month they set up their first home in Billings, Gladwin county.

   The years that followed were difficult ones. They had settled in a new country and it was hard to make a living. Three children came, Leland, Ruth and Joseph, who helped to give significance to the struggle. Good neighbors lived near who always helped, and so the years passed. From Billings the family moved to Lansing, where they stayed four years, and then to Beaverton near which they have lived near since.

   Known familiarly as Archie to friends and neighbors wherever he has lived, he has always valued highly the human relationships of life. His first thoughts were for his family, but his interest never stopped within the small circle of his blood relation. He tried to be a good neighbor, and he appreciated the good neighborliness of others.

   He was happy to be able to served the community in school and township offices, which he filled continuously for more than 25 years. A member, first of the Baptist church and then of the Church of the Brethren, his ideas in religion were simple and practical. He believed in living, according to the knowledge he had, in loving his fellowmen sincerely, and in doing his share of the world's work. The rest he left to God. He died May 4.

   The loss of a husband and father and relative is shared by Mina VanDyke, wife, and children, Mr. and Mrs. Leland VanDyke, Mr. and Mrs. Lavon Killian and Joseph VanDyke, all of Beaverton, as well as by four grandchildren and many other relatives. Those attending the funeral from out of town were: Mr. and Mrs. John Moore of Detroit, Mr. an Mrs. Ernest Moore of Eaton Rapids, Mrs. Fred Towner of Portland, Mr. and Mrs. John Crowel of Midland, Mr. and Mrs. Jud Phillips of Vermontville, Mrs. Welcome Snyder of Flint, Mr. and Mrs. Clint Henry of Freeport and Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Winey of Lake Odessa.

   The funeral was Friday afternoon, May 7, at the Church of the Brethren. It was in charge of Elder Perry Arnold and Rev. Arthur Warner. Burial was in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-19/1937 Column - 5 Page - 4

 

ARMINA MARGARET (CROWELL) VAN DYKE (3 FEB 1868 - 25 MARCH 1952)

 

SERVICES FRIDAY FOR MRS. VANDYKE

 

   Mrs. Armina Van Dyke, 84, a well known pioneer resident of Beaverton for many years died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Lavon Killian, in Beaverton, Tuesday evening, following a long illness.

   The daughter of Enos and Hannah Mohler Crowell, she was born February 3, 1868 near Bradford, Ohio. On April 23, 1898 she was married to Archie Van Dyke at Woodland, Michigan, comingt to Gladwin county that same year. With the exception of four years spent in Lansing her life has been spent in this community.

   She is a charter member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren, and has always been active in the work of the Sunday school, the church, and the ladies aid, as long as her health permitted. In her earlier days she taught public school, and was always a faithful Sunday School teacher. Her husband passed away May 14, 1937.

   She is survived by two sons, Leland of Beaverton, and Joseph of Alma; one daughter, Mrs. Lavon Killian of Beaverton; six grandchildren and three great grandchildren, a sister-in-law, Mrs. Martha Crowell; several nieces and nephews.

   Funeral services will be conducted Friday, March 28, at 2 p.m. from the Church of the Brethren with the pastor, the Rev. Ernest Jehnsen, officiating. Interment will be made in Dale cemetery. Friends may see Mrs. Van Dyke at the home of her daughter, after Wednesday evening. Gladwin County Record dated 03-26/1952 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

DONALD A. VAN DYKE (1929 - 1930)

 

LELAND A. VAN DYKE (10 AUG 1899 - 3 JUNE 1966)

 

DIES SUDDENLY AT HOME

 

   Leland A. Van Dyke, 66, died suddenly Friday, June 3, at his hom in Gladwin. Born Aug. 10, 1899, in Billings Township, he was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Archie Van Dyke. He and the former Miss Martha Witkoske were married in Milford June 10, 1928. After retiring from farming several years ago, Mr. VanDyke operated a motel at Harrison for seven years. He was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren and of the County Farm Bureau.

   Surviving are his wife, Martha; two daughters, Mrs. Edna Beaver, of Tuscon, Ariz., and Mrs. Marlene Joseph of Charlotte; seven grandchildren; a brother Joseph of Alma; and one sister, Mrs. Ruth Killian of Beaverton.

   Services were held Monday at 2:00 p.m. at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren with the Rev. Randall Roose officiating. Interment was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-08/1966 Column - 3 Page - 1 

 

LINDA LEE VAN DYKE (29 JAN 1942 - 8 APRIL 1942)

 

Prayer Services Held for Infant Daughter

 

Prayer services were held Friday morning at 10:00 o'clock at the home of Mr and Mrs Leland Van Dyke in Tobacco township for their ten weeks old daughter, Linda Lee. Rev. Perry Hoover of the Church of the Brethern officiated.

 

Linda Lee was born January 29, 1942, premature, and when one week old was taken to the St Mary's hospital in Saginaw and placed in an incubator where she remained until her death April 8.

 

Surviving besides her parents are two sisters, Edna Ruth, 11, and Marlene 6,. Two grandmothers, Mrs Archie Van Dyke of Tobacco township and Mrs Bert Longstreth of Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 4-15/1942 Column – 1 Page – 4.

 

MARTHA VAN DYKE (1910 - 1997)

 

GRANT VAN SCHAICK (1859 - 1 NOV 1905)

 

Grant VanSchaick, living near Beaverton, who was seriously injuries by being caught under a log, reported last week, died Nov. 1, from effects of the accident. He leaves a family. Interment in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-10/1905 Column - 5 Page - 5

 

HORACE A. VAN SCHAICK (11 JAN 1886 - 24 DEC 1967)

 

RITES TODAY FOR MR. VANSCHAICK

 

   Horace A. VanSchaick, 81, of Beaverton, died at his home early Sunday morning after an illness of two and a half months. Born in Genesee County on Jan. 11, 1886, he came to Gladwin County 31 years ago from Paris, Mich. Mr. VanSchaick was a retired well driller. He was married to the former Lillian Swiger on Sept. 7, 1918, in Flint.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one granddaughter. A son, Donald, preceded him in death. Rites were held today (Wednesday) at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Lester A. Kline officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-27/1967 Column - 2 Page - 1 

 

LILLIAN (SWIGER) VAN SCHAICK (10 OCT 1889 - 15 FEB 1979)

 

Mrs. Lillian VanSchaick, 89, of 404 Mountain, Bay City, died Thursday, Feb. 15, in Bay Medical Center after a short illness. Born in Paris on October 10, 1889, she lived in Gladwin County from 1936 to 1970. The former Lillian Swiger, she was married to Horace VanSchaick on September 7, 1918, in Flint. He preceded her in death on December 24, 1967.

   Surviving are one sister, Mrs. Madge Berger of Big Rapids; 3 brothers, Carl of Cadillac, Paul of Reed City and Charles of Paris; one grandchild and 2 great grandchildren. Rites were held Saturday at 3 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Mark Moore officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-21/1979 Column - 6 Page - 2 

 

ROSE E. "ROSA" (PAYNE) VAN SCHAICK (17 SEP 1882 - 27 APRIL 1954)

 

Mrs. Rosa E. VanSchaik, 71, a life-time resident of Beaverton, passed away on Tuesday, May 27, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Edith McMaster in Detroit. Rosa E. Payne was born in Beaverton on September 17, 1882. She was married to Emery VanSchaik in Beaverton in 1913. He preceded her in death in May, 1953. Three months ago when Mrs. VanSchaik became ill; she went to Detroit to live with her daughter.

   Surviving besides Mrs. McMaster, are one son, E. C. VanSchaik, of Flint; a brother, Edson Payne, of Flint; also a grandson, James McMaster, of Detroit.

   Funeral services will be held from the Beaverton Presbyterian church Friday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock. The Rev. Laurence Grubaugh of the Beaverton Methodist church will officiate, and burial will be made in the Dale cemetery. Mrs. VanSchaik will be at the Hall Funeral Home until Friday at 12:30, and at the church until the time of service. Gladwin County Record 04-28/1954 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

WILLIAM EMERY E. VAN SCHAICK (27 APRIL 1884 - 8 MAY 1953)

 

HEART ATTACK FATAL TO BEAVERTON MAN

 

   Funeral services for William Emery E. VanSchaick, 69, were held on Tuesday afternoon at the Beaverton Presbyterian church. The Rev. Larry Grubaugh, of the Methodist church, officiated and burial was made in the Dale cemetery.

   Mr. VanSchaick died suddenly on Friday of a heart attack, when he was attempting to free his car from the mud on a side road in Tobacco township, where it became stuck on his return from a fishing trip with his wife. Coroner Donald W. Hall said that death was caused by a heart condition.

   He was born on April 27, 1884, in Genesee county and married Miss Rose E. Payne of Beaverton on September 29, 1915. Surviving, besides his wife, are one son, E. C. Grant VanSchaick, of Flint; one daughter, Mrs. Edith L. McMaster, of Detroit; a brother, Horace, of Beaverton; also one grandchild.

   Pallbearers were Don Ross, Claude Fairchild, Lester Burr, Dave Broka, George Lane and Ray Perry. Gladwin County Record 05-13/1953 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

BABY BOY VOELCK (? - 1952)

 

BABY GIRL VOELCK (- OCT 1950)

 

CHRISTIAN VOELCK (1897 - 1968)

 

HAZEL M. VOELCK (1897 - 1976)

 

JOHN C. VOELCK (1925 - ?)

 

NINA MARIE VOELCK (1925 - 2001)

 

CHARLES W. VOORHEES (10 DEC 1917 - 18 APRIL 1989)

 

Charles W. Voorheis, 71, of 4467 Bay Rd., Gladwin, died suddenly Tuesday, April 18, 1989, in the Valley Lutheran Hospital, Mesa, Ariz. Born in Flint, Dec. 10, 1917, he moved to Gladwin County in 1985 from Flint. Mr. Voorheis was an office clerk for Chevrolet Manufacturing in Flint until retiring in January 1977, after 24 years. He was treasurer of the Fountain of The Sun Little Theatre Group and a charter member of the East Valley Church of the Brethren in Mesa. Mr. Voorheis and the former Grace Shock were married Nov. 26, 1948, in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Richard of Palatine, Ill, and Larry of Mt. Pleasant; one daughter, Mrs. Jack (Judith) Sanders of Port Huron; 3 brothers, Harry of Lake Wales, Fla., Clifford of Edenville and John of Orange Park, Fla.; 3 sisters, Mrs. Anna Kinzel and Clare Voorheis of Farwell and Mrs. Bessie Johnson of Flint; and 7 grandchildren. A brother, Erwin and a sister, Leatha, preceded him in death.

   Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Michael Clark officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the East Valley Church of the Brethren or the American Lung Association. Gladwin County Record dated 04-26/1989 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

GRACE ERMA (SHOCK) VOORHEES (1925 - ?)

 

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ELLA V. WAGONER-WAGNER (? - ?)

 

FRED BLISS WAGONER-WAGNER (18 AUG 1885 - 20 OCT 1976)

 

Fred B. Wagner, 91, of Lapeer, died Wednesday, October 20, at Lapeer County Medical Facility following an illness of 4 months. Born in Tobacco Township, Gladwin County, August 18, 1895, he was the son of Moses and Jane Wagner.

   Surviving are 3 brothers, George and Stanley of Lapeer, and Justus of Beaverton; a sister, Mrs. Eva Truax of Lapeer; and several nieces and nephews. Services were held Oct. 23 at 11 a.m. at Baird-Newton Funeral Home, Lapeer, with the Rev. Arnold Bracy officiating and at the Dale Methodist Church, Beaverton, at 2:30 p.m. with the Rev. Vernon Wyllys, officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-03/1976 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

GEORGE CHRISTOPHER WAGONER-WAGNER (26 APRIL 1887 - 26 JUNE 1977)

 

JANE ANN (FREEMAN) WAGONER-WAGNER (6 JULY 1868 - 27 JULY 1935)

 

Pioneer Tobacco Twp. Resident Dies Here

 

Rev. Raymond Norton conducted services at the Methodist Episcopal church at Dale Tuesday.

July 30, at 1 p.m. for Mrs. Moses Wagoner. Burial was at Dale cemetery. Mrs. Wagoner died July 27, 1935. She was born July 6, 1868 in Genesee county and had lived in Tobacco township 50 years.

 

Her husband died March 8, 1930. She is survived by seven children, George, Jess and William, at home; Mrs. Joe Long in Midland county; Fred and Stanley and Mrs. Eva Truax of Lapeer; five brothers, Eugene, George and Garfield Freeman of Beaverton, and Levi and Solon Freeman of Hulbert. Gladwin County Record dated 7-31/1935 Column – 1 Page – 4.

 

JULIA REBECCA (ROBINSON) WAGONER-WAGNER (15 OCT 1900 - 29 JUNE 1955)

 

Rites Saturday for Mrs. Justus Wagner

 

Mrs. Julia R. Wagner 54, of Tobacco township, passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Jacob Grant, in Beaverton, June 29, after an illnes of about two months. Julia R. Robinson was born in Flushing on October 15, 1900, and came to Gladwin with her parents in 1901. She married Justus E. Wagner on Feb. 9, 1921, at Beaverton.

 

Mrs. Wagner is survived by her husband, Justus; three daughters, Mrs. Marie R. Grant of Beaverton,Mrs. Lizzie J. Clauss and Elnora Wagner, of Midland; a son, Marvin J., at home; a sister, Mrs. Eugene Freeman Sr., of Beaverton; a brother, Daniel Robinson, of Freeland; and seven grandchildren.

 

Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p. m. at the Dale Methodist Church, with the Rev. Larry Grubaugh officiating. Burial will be in the Dale cemetery. She will be taken to her home Friday morning. Gladwin County Record dated 6-29/1955 Column – 6 Page – 1.

 

JUSTUS EUGENE "TESS" WAGONER-WAGNER (5 AUG 1894 - 13 JUNE 1984)

 

Justus E. (Jess) Wagner, 89, of 3032 Calhoun Rd., Beaverton, died at his home Wednesday, June 13, after a long illness. Born in Beaverton on August 5, 1894, he had spent his lifetime in Beaverton. He was a farmer and a veteran of World War I. Mr. Wagner was married to the former Julia Robinson on February 9, 1921, in Beaverton. She preceded him in death June 29, 1955.

   Surviving are one son, Marvin of Beaverton; 3 daughters, Mrs. Jacob (Marie) Grant of Beaverton, Mrs. Mike (Lizzie) Clauss of Midland and Mrs. Elnora Puzar of Utica; 13 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.

   Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Aeron Davies officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 06-20/1984 Column - 4 Page - 2 

 

MOSES WAGONER-WAGNER (6 SEP 1853 - 8 MARCH 1929)

 

The funeral of Moses Wagoner, who died Friday morning was held at the church Sunday afternoon. Many relatives of the deceased- were in attendance and the church was well filled. Services were conducted by the Rev. William McKimmy. Gladwin County Record dated 3-14/1929 Column – 1 Page – 8.

 

WILLIAM MILTON WAGONER-WAGNER (11 OCT 1906 - 22 AUG 1942)

 

THE OLD ADAGE, about lightning not striking twice in the same place doesn't apply to the

Wagner brothers' farm. The lightning bolt which killed William Wagner Saturday afternoon was

the third to strike the steel roof of the barn since it was erected in 1921. On the other two occasions no serious damage was done. Gladwin County Record dated 8-26/1942 Column – 1 Page – 1.

 

WAGNER BROS. BARN BURNS

 

FIRE WHICH destroyed this barn in Tobacco township Saturday afternoon was caused by a lightning bolt which killed William Wagner as he stood in the doorway. Gladwin County Record dated 8-26/1942 Column – 6 Page – 1.

 

Fire Destroys Livestock and Barn in Tobacco Township

 

A Bolt of lightning ended the life of William Ms Wagner, 36, of Tobacco township, Saturday in a severe, thunderstorm that covered most of Gladwin county. The lightning also started a barn fee on: the Wagner Brother's farm, that resulted in the cremation, of a $1,000 Grand Champion shorthorn, bull, nine other purebred shorthorns and a horse. More than 75 tons of hay, haying

equipment and a farm wagon were also destroyed in- the- blaze.

 

Two purebred calves managed to escape from the burning building. The Wagner Brothers are among the oldest Shorthorn breeders' in Gladwin county and" their breeding stock commanded premium prices throughout the State. They had refused $1,000 for the herd sire that was cremated in Saturday's fire and had exhibited him at the International Livestock Exposition in Chicago and at several State- Fairs. One of the young Shorthorn bulls that died in the fire had been consigned to the Lapeer Beef Sale scheduled for this October. The 9 young animals that perished in the fire ranged in age from 2½ to 15 months and' were offspring of Wagner's famous herd sire, Raviha Master.

 

Barn Bursts Into Flames

 

A sister-in-law of William Wagner, Mrs. Julia Wagner, told Sheriff Ray Cowell, of Gladwin

county, who investigated, that she had been talking to her brother-in-law only a few seconds

before his death.

 

She said he had been putting hay into the barn during the day but a heavy rain started shortly

before the tragedy and he had taken a team of horses to the barn to unhitch them. When he

finished he stood in the doorway of the barn and she stood on the porch of the home and they talked for several minutes. Mrs. Wagner then turned and had just passed through the doorway

of the home when she heard tremendous clap of thunder, followed by a noise that sounded like an explosion. She ran outside in time to see a great cloud of smoke come from the barn and the entire structure burst into flames.

 

Attempts to Free Livestock

 

She raced to the burning building and saw the body of her brother-in-law lying on the floor of the barn about four feet inside the doorway where he had been hurled by the force of the bolt.

Because the body was near the door she first attempted to free the livestock from their stalls.

One of the horses followed her without difficulty but the second pulled free and dashed back into

the then fiercely burning building where he died.

 

A neighbor, Harold Eddy, attracted by the flames, arrived as she was leading the animal outside and together they carried Mr Wagner's body to safety. Sheriff Cowell and Coroner Harry Rogers said Mr Wagner had been killed instantly by the bolt which evidently struck the barn above the door and traveled down to the ground by passing through his body on its way. The body was; badly burned about the head, faee, and legs and some of the hair had been singed off.

His right shoe was ripped practically off the foot and the leather in both shoes was badly burned.

 

Large Crowd Gathers

 

A crowd of more than 150 persons, from Beaverton and the surrounding countryside, gathered at

the Wagner farm within a short time after the lightning bolt struck at 2:30 p.m. The barn burned burned so quickly, however, that it was but a heap of smoking ruins by the time sufficient fire-fighting help arrived. A large straw stack outside the ruined building burned far into the night as the flames ate their way through it.

 

Perry Cowell, a neighbor, was one of the first to arrive at the scene of the fire. He reported that it was physically impossible to enter the barn because of the intense heat. The bellowing of the suffering animals was terrible to hear, but the blinding smoke prevented Sheriff Ray Cowell from shooting the animals in their stalls.

 

Neighbors Help Out

 

Friends and neighbors'- gathered at the Wagner place Monday to help with farm chores and work in the hay field. A group of 35 neighbor men folks assisted in housing 30 acres of second cutting

alfalfa. Ernest Nunn, Beaverton township farmer, drove 7 miles to assist his unfortunate neighbors in their hour of sorrow. The barn destroyed by the fire was one of the finest in the county. It was a frame structure with a metal roof and was about 40 feet wide and 80 feet long. Building and livestock losses in the fire were etsimated at upwards of $15,000. The Wagners had only $3,500 in insurance—$2,000 on the barn and $1,500 on the livestock. The barn was built in 1921.

 

Funeral Held Tuesday

 

Funeral services for Mr Wagner were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Dale Methodist Church and

burial was in the Dale cemetery. Mr. Wagner was born in Tobacco township on October 11,.

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1906. He was the son of Moses Wagner and Jane (Freeman) Wagner. He spent his entire life in Tobacco township and assisted his brothers in the establishment of their successful herd of Beef Shorthorn cattle. He had never married.

 

Surviving are four brothers, George and Jesse, of Tobacco township, and Fred and Stanley, of Lapeer; two sisters, Mrs Joe Long, of Beaverton township, and Mrs Eva Truax, of Lapeer; four

uncles, Eugene, Gar and George Freeman, of Tobacco township, and Levi Freeman, of Hurlburt;

as well as many other relatives and friends. Gladwin County Record dated 8-26/1942 Column – 3 Page – 8.

 

HARRY A. "JOE" WALKER (28 SEP 1903 - 3 MAY 1988)

 

Joe Walker, 84, of 3215 W. Lang Rd., Beaverton, died Tuesday, May 3, in the Clare Community Hospital, after a short illness. Born in Fairview, W. Va., Sept. 28, 1903, he moved to Gladwin County in 1937. Mr. Walker was pumper for Sun Oil Co. and retired in November 1970 after 25 years. He was a member of the Beaverton United Methodist Church. Mr. West and the former Mary Fordyce, were married Jan. 6, 1923, in Oakland, Md.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 daughters, Mrs. Richard (Lucille) Roehrs, Mrs. Erma Perry and Mrs. Dale (Joanne) Brown of Beaverton; one sister, Mrs. Edith Himerick of Hartford, Conn.; 8 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Two brothers and 2 sisters preceded him in death.

   Services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Janet Larner will officiate and burial will be in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-04/1988 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

MARY O. (FORDYCE) WALKER (15 AUG 1907 - 14 MARCH 1993)

 

Mary O. Walker, 85, of 3215 W. Lang Rd., Beaverton, died Sunday, March 14, 1993 in the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center-Midland, after a short illness. Born in Fairview, W. Va., Aug. 15, 1907, she moved to Gladwin County in 1937 from West Virginia. She worked as a Bell Telephone operator in Beaverton until the dial telephones came in. Mrs. Walker was a member of the Beaverton United Methodist Church. The former Mary Fordyce, she was married to Harry A. (Joe) Walker on Jan. 6, 1923 in Oakland, Md. and he died May 3, 1988.

   Surviving are 3 daughters, Mrs. Richard (Lucille) Roehrs, Mrs. Erma Perry and Mrs. Dale (Joanne) Brown, all of Beaverton; 8 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild.

   Rites were held Tuesday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. David K. Stewart officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery, Tobacco Township. Memorials may be made to the Beaverton United Methodist Church. Gladwin County Record dated 03-17/1993 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

ELIZABETH WALLIS (1 DEC 1911 - 23 MAY 2001)

 

Elizabeth Wallis, 89, of Gladwin, died Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at the Gladwin Living Centre, Gladwin, following a long illness. Born Dec. 1, 1911 in New Allouez, she was the daughter of William and Eliza (Stevens) James. She lived in Gladwin County since 1964 and previously lived in Flint. Elizabeth married Joseph C. Wallis, May 13, 1933 in Flint. He preceded her in death in 1997. She was a bookkeeper for Hollingsworth Trucking Company in Flint.

   Surviving are one daughter, Bethany and husband Gerald Wolpert of Gladwin; two grandsons, Gregory and wife Vicki Wolpert and Geoffrey Wolpert, all of Gladwin; one great-granddaughter, Jacqueline Manges of Gladwin; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two brothers. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 9 at the Dale United Methodist Church, Beaverton with Pastor Fred LaMere officiating. Gladwin County Record dated 05-30/2001 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

JOEL JAMES WALLIS (1 MARCH 1901 - 20 OCT 1979)

 

JOSEPH C. WALLIS (14 NOV 1903 - 9 DEC 1997)

 

Joseph C. Wallis, 94, of Gladwin, died Tuesday, Dec. 9, 1997 at Bortz Nursing Home in West Branch after a long illness. Born Nov. 14, 1903 in Madron, England, he lived in Gladwin since 1964 and previously lived in Flint. Joseph married the former Elizabeth James, May 13, 1933 in Flint. He had been employed by Chevrolet Manufacturing in Flint as a foreman in the material department, retiring in 1964 after 39 years.

   Besides his wife he is survived by one daughter, Beth J. and husband Gerald Wolpert of Gladwin; two grandsons; and one great-granddaughter. He was preceded in death by five brothers and one sister. Services were held at 1 p.m. Friday at Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel, with Pastor David Penniman officiaiting. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to Dale Methodist Church building fund. Gladwin County Record dated 12-17/1997 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

NELLA M. (HILL) WALTER (1904 - 1994)

 

GLADYS IRENE (BLADES) WALTERS (19 JUNE 1940 - 18 SEP 1985)

 

Gladys I. Walters, 45, of 1100 W. Dale Rd., Beaverton, died Wednesday, Sept. 18, in the Central Michigan Community Hospital, Mt. Pleasant, after a short illness. Born in Beaverton June 19, 1940, she had spent her lifetime there. She was a member of the Albright Shores Eagles Auxiliary 3655. The former Gladys Blades was married to James H. Walters Dec. 16, 1956, in Beaverton.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by 3 sons, James of Beaverton, Harvey of Orange Park, Fla and Greg of Coleman; 2 daughters, Mrs. Terry (Cindy) Rodabaugh of Gladwin and Michelle, at home; her parents, William and Mildred Blades of Beaverton; one brother, Cecil of Gladwin; 2 sisters, Mrs. Florence Peterson and Mrs. Wilma Maxwell of Beaverton; and 5 grandchildren.

   Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Mark Moore officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. An Eagles Auxiliary memorial service was held Friday at 7 p.m. Gladwin County Record dated 09-25/1985 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

JAMES ROBERT WALTERS (9 NOV 1958 - 5 JULY 1990)

 

James R. Walters, 31, of 385 W. Brown St., Beaverton, died Thursday, July 5, 1990, in the Veterans Medical Facility, Saginaw, after a long illness. Born in Clare, Nov. 9 1958, he had spent his lifetime in Gladwin County. Mr. Walters graduated from Beaverton High School in 1977 and joined the National Guard. He then went into the Navy in 1978, and received a medical retirement in June 1984.

   Surviving are his father, James of Beaverton; 2 brothers, Harvey of Green Cove Springs, Fla. and Greg of Beaverton; 2 sisters, Mrs. Cindy Rodabaugh and Mrs. Michelle Phelps of Beaverton; grandparents, William and Mildred Blades of Beaverton and Mrs. Opal Olds of Averill. He was preceded in death by his mother, Gladys, Sept. 18, 1985.

   Services were held Tuesday at 3 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Mark Moore officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. A graveside military service was conducted by the Gladwin County VFW 7303. Gladwin County Record dated 07-11/1990 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

CHAD WALTON (1979 - ?)

 

DONALD WALTON (1929 - 2002)

 

INEX WALTON (1930 - ?)

 

ALICE PEARL (RAU) WARD (1 AUG 1909 - 2 NOV 2000)

 

Alice Pearl Ward, 91, of Midland and formerly of Gladwin, died Thursday, Nov. 2, 200 at Tendercare Nursing Facility following a lingering illness. Born Aug. 1, 1909 in S. Whitley, Ind., she was the daughter of the late Henry and Alice (Lindower) Rau. Alice married Ralph Ward, Sept. 21, 1935 in Midland. He preceded her in death in 1965. She was a member of the Memorial Presbyterian Church in Midland.

   Surviving are one son, Daryl and wife Sally of Coleman; one daughter, Martha Kay Richey of St. Petersburg, Fla.; seven grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two brothers and five sisters.

   Graveside services were held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Dale Cemetery, Beaverton with Rev. David Koski officiating. Sisson Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Gladwin County Record dated 11-08/2000 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

CHARLES E. WARD (19 MARCH 1887 - 27 MAY 1949)

 

LONG ILLNESS FATAL TO CHAS. WARD

 

   Funeral services for Charles E. Ward, 62, were held on Sunday, May 29, at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren, with the Rev. Ernest Jehnsen officiating. Burial was in the Dale cemetery. Mr. Ward passed away at his home in Beaverton after an illness of more than 15 years, having been confined to his bed for the past two and a half years. He was born on March 19, 1887, in Montgomery county, Ohio, the son of Frank and Anna Landis Ward. In 1912 he came to Gladwin county, and bought land which he cleared for a home. He was married to Grace Rau, May 6, 1914, living on their farm in Tobacco township until 1943, when the family moved to Beaverton. He was a member of the Church of the Brethren.

   Surviving are his wife, Grace; one daughter, Winifred; one brother, Harrison, of Sidney, Ohio; three sisters, Mrs. E. W. Winemiller and Mrs. Harry Slagle, of Sidney, Ohio, and Mrs. Raymond Cromer, of Houston, Ohio. Pallbearers were Harold Winemiller, John Sagle, Glenn Arnold, Rollin Lanphierd, Allen Rau and James Rau. Gladwin County Record dated 06-08/1949 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

GRACE M. (RAU) WARD (18 JAN 1893 - 18 OCT 1987)

 

Mrs. Grace M. Ward, 94, of 110 Knox St., Beaverton, died Sunday, Oct. 18, in the Gladwin Nursing Home after a long illness. Born in Putnam County, Ohio, Jan. 18, 1893, she had spent most of her life in Gladwin County. She was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren and Beaverton Farm Bureau. The former Grace Rau, she married Charles Ward in 1913 in Beaverton. He preceded her in death in 1949.

   Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Gordon (Winifred) Dugan of Beaverton; 3 sisters, Mrs. Vida Arnold of Holland, Mrs. Fay Lanphierd of Grand Rapids and Mrs. Alice Ward of Midland; and 3 grandsons. Two brothers and 2 sisters preceded her in death.

   Services were held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Donald Keen officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Beaverton Fire Department Equipment Fund. Gladwin County Record dated 10-21/1987 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

JOHN WESLEY WARD (7 JUNE 1860 - 25 DEC 1940)

 

JOHN WARD DIES ON CHRISTMAS DAY

 

   John Wesley Ward, son of Isaac and Nancy Ward, was born in Montgomery county, Ohio, June 7, 1860, and passed away December 25, 1940. He was 80 years old. He was united in marriage to Barbara Landis in 1880 and who died in 1884. Of this union one child survives, Alpha G. Ward of Piqua, Ohio. On August 16, 1885 he was united in marriage to Martha Hollinger in Dark county, Ohio, and resided in that state until 1910 when he moved his family to Michgian and has resided in the Beaverton locality for the last 30 years.

   Born to this union were 11 children---six boys: William, John F., Jacob L., Jesse C., George Z., and Ralph R.; also five daughters, Ella Ward, Bessie Snyder, Rella Wright, Madonna Shaffer, and Emma Fairchild. Surviving him is his brother, Frank of Houston, Ohio; a sister, Alice Deeter, of Dayton, Ohio; all of his children, except on daughter Ella, who died in infancy; 27 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

   John W. Ward united with the Brethren Church in his youth and remained a faithful member until his death. Gladwin County Record dated 12-31/1940 Column - 7 Page - 4  

 

MARTHA WARD (1865 - 1932)

 

RALPH R. WARD (1900 - 1965)

 

DANIEL WARK (ABT. 1927 - 11 AUG 2003)

 

Daniel Wark, age 76, of Beaverton, loving husband, father, grandfather, went to be with the Lord on Monday, Aug. 11, 2003, after a lingering illness. Dan was born on a farm in Akron, Michigan. The son of the late Wesley and Myrtle (Bell) Wark, Dan graduated from Akron High School in 1945, joined the U.S. Navy in 1945 and served during WWII. After being honorabley discharged from the Navy, Dan hired in at the Buick assembly plant in Flint. He went to the G.M. Tech Center where he received his degree as a machinist. He then transferred to Bay City Chevrolet plant in 1953. He had 36 1/2 years at G.M. before his retirement in 1985.

   Dan is survived by his loving wife, Rose, of 52 years, as well as their four children, Linda and Jeff Kintner; Edward and Debbie Wark; Vickie Buzzell; and Jack and Sandy Wark; nine grandchildren; one great grandchild; sister Margaret Kraych and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by brothers Donald and Ralph Wark.

   Dan enjoyed all sorts of outdoor activities, including hunting, fishing, and camping. He was a club scout leader in Bay City schools for six years. Dan built beautiful musical instruments such as Hammered Dulcimers and Mountain Dulcimers, and belonged to several music groups in the area and in Florida. He also enjoyed playing the mandolin. Dan and Rose enjoyed going to Zephyrillis, Florida, in the winter months. They were avid square dancers for many years.

   Funeral Services will be held Thursday, Aug. 14, 2003, 1 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home, 430 S. Ross St., Beaverton, Michigan, with Wayne Shidler officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home, Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2003, 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Burial will be in Tobacco Twp. (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mayo Clinic and Heartland Hospice. Gladwin County Record dated 08-13/2003 Column - 6 Page - 2  

 

ORVIE FAY WARREN (22 JULY 1907 - 11 OCT 1907)

 

VICTOR H. WARREN (23 MARCH 1895 - 28 AUG 1896)

 

CHARLES E. WATERMAN (1882 - 1973)

 

FLORA M. WATERMAN (1893 - 1975)

 

WILLIAM LOUIS WATERMAN (27 APRIL 1914 - 25 SEP 1997)

 

HAROLD L. WEHRLE (14 MAY 1916 - 3 NOV 1998)

 

Harold L. Wehrle, 82, of Beaverton, died Tuesday, Nov. 3, 1998 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland after a short illness. Born May 14, 1916 in Detroit, he lived in Gladwin County 24 years and previously lived in Wayne. He was a U.S. Navy veteran, serving in World War II and a member of VFW Post 7303, Gladwin County. Harold married the former Mildred Brown, Oct. 28, 1939 in Ft. Wayne, Ind. He worked as a supervisor, machine repair, for General Motors, hydramatic plant in Willow Run for 24 years, retiring in 1974.

   Besides his wife he is survived by five daughters, Shirleen and husband Rexford of Ypsilanti, Georgann and husband Robert Hendrix of Wayne, Holly and husband Timothy Cusatis of White Lake, Terri and husband Donald Doane, and Teena and husband Ron Sanger, all of Beaverton; 12 grandchildren; and eight great grandchildren.

   Services were held at 1 p.m. Friday at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel with Rev. David Stewart officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. A VFW 7303 military graveside service was held. Memorial contributions may be made to the donor's favorite charity. Gladwin County Record dated 11-11/1998 Column - 2 Page - 2

 

MILDRED MARCELLA (BROWN) WEHRLE (24 ARPIL 1920 - 15 NOV 1999)

 

Mildred M. Wehrle, 79, of Beaverton, died Monday, Nov. 15, 1999 at Saint Mary's in Saginaw after a long illness. Born April 24, 1920, she lived in Gladwin County 25 years and previously lived in Wayne. Mildred married Harold L. Wehrle, Oct. 28, 1939 in Ft. Wayne, Ind. He preceded her in death in 1998. She was a home-maker and a member of the VFW Auxiliary 7303.

   Surviving are five daughters, Shirleen and husband Rexford Emerson of Ypsilanti, Georgann and husband Robert Hendrix of Wayne, Holly and husband Timothy Cusatis of White Lake, Terri and husband Donald Doane, and Teena and husband Ron Sanger, all of Beaverton; 12 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother.

   Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel, with Rev. David Stewart officiating. Burial will be in Tobacco Twp. (Dale) Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home tomorrow (Thursday) 3 to 9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the donor's favorite charity. Gladwin County Record dated 11-17/1999 Column - 5 Page - 2  

 

AMANDA (FOX) WEINHOLDT (20 JULY 1892 - 5 DEC 1984)

 

Amanda Weinholdt, 92, formerly of Gladwin, died Wednesday, Dec. 5, in Greenridge Nursing Home, Big Rapids. Born in North Carolina July 20, 1892, she came to Gladwin County in 1916. She was married to Julius Weinholdt Jan. 8, 1916, in Gladwin. He preceded her in death Jan. 15, 1960, in Beaverton.

   Surviving are 2 nephews, Sherman Perry of Gladwin and Edison Perry of Independence, Mo.; and one niece, Eva Newman of Clare. Rites were held Friday at 1 p.m. from the Sisson-Mathews Funeral Home. Elder Leon Methner officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-12/1984 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

DARLENE F. WEINHOLDT (1844 - 1926)

 

JOSEPH JOHN WEINHOLDT (14 SEP 1840 - 1918)

 

Joseph John Weinholdt died Tuesday night, Dec. 11, 1918, at his home in Tobacco township. He was born in Mechlenburg-Schwerin, Germany, Sept. 14, 1840, and came to America on the fall of 1856, and located in Canada, where he lived 37 1/2 years. May 17, 1894, he came to Michigan and settled in Tobacco township, where he has since made his home. He was married three times. He is survived by his wife and son. Services were held Thursday. Gladwin County Record dated 12-12/1918 Column - 4 Page - 5

 

Joseph John Weinholdt died at his home in Tobacco township after an illness of eight years, Dec. 10, 1918, at 8:15 in the evening, aged 78 years, two months and 26 days. He was born Sept. 14, 1840, at Mecklenburg-Schwerin, Germany. He came to America in the fall of 1856, and located in Aliss township, Renfroh county, Ontario. He was married May 3, 1884, to Emelia Smith, who died in October, 1877. To this union eight children were born, four of whom survive him, John, Christopher, William and Henry, all living in Canada. In 1872 he became a naturalized citizen of Canada.

   Later he was married to Bertha A. Hass, who died May 24, 1892. Two children were born to them --- Julius A. C., living at home, and Mrs. Anna May Kunold of Canada. After living a widower two years he was married to Fredericka Caroline Richter, May 9, 1894, who survives him. On May 17, 1894, they moved on a farm in Tobacco township, where they have since resided.

   He was confirmed in the Lutheran church April 1, 1855. During his last illness he longed to be relieved of his suffering to go to meet his God. He said to his wife a short time before his death that he knew now he would depart this life, as he saw the heavens opened. He died so peacefully and easily that his family hardly had time to reach his bedside beforee he drew his last breath. Services were conducted Thursday morning, Dec. 12, from the home by Rev. P. A. Arnold. Interment took place in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-19/1918 Column - 4 Page - 5 

 

JULIUS WEINHOLDT (1887 - 15 JAN 1960)

 

TOBACCO TOWNSHIP FARMER DIES

 

Julius Weinholdt, 73, died January 15th, at his home in Tobacco Township after a short illness. Mr. Weinholdt was born in Ontario, Canada and married the former Miss Amanda Fox. A retired farmer, he has resided in Gladwin County since the age of eight years.

   Survivors include his wife, Amanda; a step-sister, Mrs. Mary Perry of Gladwin; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Sunday at the Miner Funeral Home, with the Rev. Carl Hilbert officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-20/1960 Column - 6 Page - 1  

 

BARBARA JEAN WENTWORTH (1929 - 27 MARCH 1935)

 

FINAL RITES FOR GIRL FIRE VICTIM

 

   Funeral services were held Friday afternoon at Dale for Barbara Jean Wentworth, six-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Wentworth of Tobacco township who was burned to death in a kerosene lamp tragedy at the Wentworth home Wednesday night. The Wentworths had gone away for the evening, leaving Barbara Jean and an infant child in the care of the hired girl. When filling the lamp about 8 o'clock fuel had apparently

leaked out and later caused the explosion.

   When the lamp exploded, spraying the room with burning oil, the girl grabbed the baby and ran out of the house. The six year-old Barbara Jean, she said, was following her. But Barbara Jean either became dazed in the smoke, or else ran back into the house, for her body was found inside when flames had finally consumed the building.

   Brief services were first held at Ray Wentworth's near Dale, before burial in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-03/1935 Column - 3 Page - 1

 

HELEN IRENE WENTWORTH (28 NOV 1898 - 12 OCT 1982)

 

Helen M. Wentworth, 83, of 5026 Dundas Rd., Beaverton, died suddenly Tuesday, Oct. 12, in the Midland Hospital Center. Born in Findley, Ohio, on November 28, 1898, she had spent her lifetime in Gladwin County. She was the former owner of the Wentworth Coal and Oil Co. with her husband. Mrs. Wentworth was a member of the Dale United Methodist Church.

   The former Helen Myers she was married to Ray Wentworth on November 27, 1928, in Findley, Ohio. He preceded her in death on April 5, 1965. Surviving are nephews and nieces.

   Services were held Saturday at 11 a.m. from the Dale United Methodist Church. The Rev. Bruce Hatch officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 10-20/1982 Column - 4 Page - 2  

 

RAY D. WENTWORTH (25 JULY 1910 - 05 APRIL 1965)

 

ILLNESS TAKES RAY WENTWORTH

 

   Ray D. Wentworth, 54, one of Gladwin County's best known businessman, died Monday evening in University Hospital, Ann Arbor, following a four-months illness. A resident of Tobacco Township, Mr Wentworth had been a fuel and gasoline distributor for many years and made many friends and acquaintances throughtout the county. Born July 25, 1910, in Berrien County, he had been a resident of Gladwin County for 48 years. He was the son of Ora and Lydia Wentworth. Mr. Wentworth and the former Miss Helen Myers were married November 27, 1928 in Findlay, Ohio.

   Survivors are his wife Helen; two brothers, Roy of Clare, his twin, and William of Battle Creek; and one sister, Mrs. Ruth Burgett, of Galesburg. Funeral services will be held Friday at 2:00 p.m. at the Beaverton Methodist Church with the Rev. Gordon Showers officiating. Interment will be in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-07/1965 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

ROY WENTWORTH (25 JULY 1910 - 9 MAY 1981)

 

Roy Wentworth, 70, of  5079 Fike Rd., Coleman, died suddenly Saturday, May 9, in the Midland Hospital Center. Born in Berrien County on July 25, 1910, he had spent most of his life in Gladwin County. Beginning in the early 1920's he hauled milk in the Beaverton area and then owned Wentworth Trucking. Mr. Wentworth retired in 1965.

   Surviving are one son, John of Midland; one sister, Mrs. Ruth Burgett of Florida; fried and companion, Hannah Pierson of Coleman; 2 grandchildren and one great grandchild. A daughter, Barbara Wentworth preceded him in death in 1935.

   Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Bruce Hatch officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-13/1981 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

AGNES A. (HANSEN) WEST (24 JULY 1900 - 6 MARCH 1992)

 

Mrs. Agnes A. West, 91, of 4245 Blakely Rd., Beaverton, died Friday, March 6, 1992, in the Mid-Michigan Regional Center, Gladwin, after a long illness. Born in Joplin, Mo., July 24, 1900, she moved to Gladwin County from West Virginia in 1937. She was a member of the Beaverton Order of Eastern Stars 386, the Dale Ladies Aid and an Avon representative for several years. The former Agnes Hansen, she was married to Joseph West on April 28, 1928, in Kermit, Texas.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by a son, Jack of Midland and a foste son, Gene (Bud) West of Lake Orion; 2 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Services were held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Gene West officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-11/1992 Column - 3 Page - 2   

 

JOSEPH SOUTH WEST (9 JUNE 1906 - 17 OCT 1999)

 

Joseph South West, 93, of Beaverton, died Sunday, Oct. 17, 1999 at Gladwin Living Centre in Gladwin after a short illness. Born June 9, 1906 in Mannington, W. V., he lived in Gladwin County since 1937 and previously lived in West Virginia. Joseph married Agnes (Hansen) April 28, 1928 in Kermit, Texas. She preceded him in death March 6, 1992. He worked in the oil fields for 13 years. Then he worked for The Dow Chemical Company in Midland, retiring in 1965 after 15 years. After retirement, Joe enjoyed working on his farm.

   Surviving are one sister, Virginia Easter Lambiotte of Fairmont, W.V.; one nephew, Gene "Budd" and wife Wanda West of Beaverton; one daughter-in-law, Barbara West of Midland; seven grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and a very good friend, Mildred Stringfield of Beaverton. He was preceded in death by one son, Jack in 1995; three brothers, James North, John A., and Anglum P.; three sisters, Mazella Jean West, Sarah Elizabeth Morgan, and Mary Lenore Summers.

   Services will be held today (Wednesday) at 11 a.m. at the Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton with Rev. Paul Murphey officiating. Burial will be in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 10-20/1999 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

MARY JANE WEST (? - 3 APRIL 1964)

 

CLARA MERRI (HILL) WHETSTONE (24 SEP 1875 - 28 FEB 1944)

 

SERVICES FRIDAY FOR MRS. WHETSTONE

 

   Funeral services will be held at the Beaverton Methodist Church Friday at 2 p.m. for Mrs. George Whetstone, 69, who died at her home in Grout township Tuesday. The Rev. Chambers, of West Branch, will officiate and burial will be in the Dale cemetery.

   Clara Merri hill was born on September 24, 1874, in Antwerp, Ohio. She and her husband have made their home in Gladwin county for the past 33 years. Surviving are her husband; a daughter, Mrs. Lester Hill, and one grandson. A son died in infancy. Gladwin County Record dated 03-01/1944 Column - 7 Page - 4  

 

GEORGE W. WHETSTONE (14 APRIL 1874 - 22 NOV 1951)

 

RITES HELD SUNDAY FOR G. W. WHETSTONE

 

   Funeral services for George W. Whetstone, 77, were held on Sunday afternoon from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Erma Pierce of the Beaverton Church of the Nazarene officiated and burial was made in the Dale cemetery. Mr. Whetstone was born in Sioux City, Iowa on April 14, 1874. On April 1, 1903 he married Clara Hill in Defiance, Ohio. He has been a resident of Beaverton township for the past 40 years. After several weeks illness he passed away on Thursday, November 22, in Saginaw.

   Surviving are one daughter, Nella Hill of Saginaw; two brothers, Ernest and Daniel Whetstone; one sister, Mrs. Mary Pulse of Detroit; also one grandson, Robert Hill of the United States Navy. Pallbearers were Enson Grice, Walter Coney, Ernest Nunn, Joe Long, Archie Anderson, Cecil Cascadden. Gladwin County Record dated 11-28/1951 Column - 3 Page - 1   

 

LOUISA S. WHETSTONE (23 AUG 1840 - 17 NOV 1918)

 

Louisa S. Whetstone died at her home in Tobacco township, Nov. 8, 1918, aged 78 years, 2 months and 16 days. Services were conducted Sunday at the home by Rev. John Killian, at 10 a.m. Burial in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-14 1918 Column - 3 Page - 4

   Mrs. Whetstone passed away Friday, Nov. 8, at her home east of Beaverton. Funeral services were held Sunday at the home, with interment in Dale cemetery. She was well known in this vicinity, having moved here a few years ago. We extend our sympathy to the bereaved family. Gladwin County Record dated 11-14 1918 Column - 2 Page - 8

 

WILLIAM WHETSTONE (1836 - 1923)

 

CAROLINE E. (EDDY) WHITE (18 MAY 1909 - 11 JUNE 1996)

 

Caroline E. White, 87, of Beaverton, died Tuesday, June 11, 1996 at her home following a short illness. Born May 18, 1909 in Indianapolis, Ind., she was a member of the Dale Methodist Church Women's Society. The former Caroline Eddy married E. C. (Jack) White Aug. 4, 1940 in Indianapolis, Ind. He preceded her in death in 1952.

   Surviving are 5 daughters, Nona and husband Joseph Eisenlohr of Beaverton, Sharon and husband Leonard Killian of Coleman, Ruth Ann and husband Larry Gerow of Beaverton, Kay and husband Dan Bailer of Coleman, and Sue White of Beaverton; 9 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister, Margaret Kitson and a brother, Fred Eddy.

   Rites will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 13 from the Dale United Methodist Church. The Rev. David Stewart will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery, Tobacco Township. Friends may call at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton chapel today (Wednesday) from 4 to 9 p.m. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the Dale Methodist Church Memorial Fund. Gladwin County Record 06-12/1996 Column - 2 Page - 7 

 

E. C. "JACK" WHITE (1913 - 18 FEB 1952)

 

FERN L. WHITE (1913 - 1998)

 

FLORENCE A. (KILLIAN) WHITE (26 MAY 1904 - 13 DEC 1972)

 

Mrs. Florence A. White, 68, of Beaverton Township, died Wednesday, Dec. 13, at her home following a long illness. Born in Antwerp, Ind., on May 26, 1904, she came to Gladwin County 63 years ago. The former Florence Killian she was married to Clifton White on Aug. 17, 1947, in Beaverton.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Maxine Barber of Mt. Pleasant and Mrs. Pauline Smith of Chelsea; one son, Lloyd Spencer of Beaverton; one stepdaughter, Mrs. Margaret Blood of Mt. Morris; two brothers, George and Arthur of Beaverton; a sister, Mrs. Lois Calhoun of Beaverton; 10 grandchildren and one great grandchild.

   Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton. The Rev. Neil Keyes officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Recod dated 12-20/1972 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

G. CLIFTON WHITE (7 FEB 1911 - 3 SEP 1975)

 

G. Clifton White, 64, of Beaverton, died suddenly Wednesday, Sept. 3, of a heart attack at his home at 3753 White Road. Born in Mayfield, Ky., on Feb. 7, 1911, he came to Gladwin County 40 years ago from Detroit. He retired from the Dow Chemical Company in Midland in 1967. Mr. White and the former Fern Coy were married on January 5, 1973, in Bay City.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Margaret Blood of Bay City; two step-sons, David Coy serving with the Army in Germany and Lloyd Spencer of Beaverton; two step-daughters, Mrs. Maxine Barber of Mt. Pleasant and Mrs. Pauline Smith of Chelsea; two brothers, Howard and Fred of Midland; one sister, Mrs. Mildred Pursell of Midland; 13 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

   Rites were held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton. The Rev. Arthur Whisler officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Recod dated 09-10/1975 Column - 5 Page - 2     

 

GRACE A. WHITE (1888 - 1974)

 

GROVER C. WHITE (1885 - 1957)

 

AILEEN (FOSTER) WHITMAN (2 APRIL 1928 - 2 SEP 2001)

 

Aileen Whitman, 73, of Beaverton, died Sunday, Sept. 2, 2001 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Gladwin, following a short illness. Born April 2, 1928 in Midland, she was the daughter of James and Cecilia (Dziadosz) Foster. She was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County. Aileen married Wayne Whitman, July 18, 1946 in Midland. He preceded her in death in 1990. She was owner/operator of the Maine St. Cafe in Beaverton, retiring in 1984. She was a member of the Beaverton Community Church.

   She is survived by four sons, John and wife Cheryl, and Dwayne and wife Billie, all of Beaverton, Robert and wife Linda of Lenaxa, Kans., and William and wife Ann of Clare; one daughter, Wanda and husband Trusty Bolton of Anchorage, Ark.; 16 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; four sisters, Genevieve Grant of Salin, Lorraine Barstow of Taylor, Marilyn Garrison of Hope, and Eunice Rytlewski of Owosso; three brothers, Willard Foster of Arkansas, and Frank and Warren Foster, both of Beaverton; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Larry and John Foster; and one grandson, James Edward Bolton.

   Services will be held at 2 p.m. today (Wednesday) at Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton with Elder Tom Rodabaugh officiating. Burial will be in Tobacco Twp. (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Memorial contributions may be made to the Parkinson Foundation. Gladwin County Record dated 09-05/2001 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

ALICE F. (DAVIS) WHITMAN (18 MAY 1904 - 27 MAY 1978)

 

Mrs. Alice F. Whitman, 74, of 102 Tonkin St., Beaverton died Saturday, May 27, in the Midland Hospital Center following a long illness. born in Isabella County on May 18, 1904, she came to Gladwin County in 1928, form Saginaw. She was a member of the Beaverton R.L.D.S. Church. The former Alice Davis, she was married to Floyd Whitman Sr. on July 3, 1923, in Bay City.

   Besides her husband, she is survived by 2 sons, Wayne of Beaverton and Floyd Jr. of Mt. Pleasant; 2 brothers, Kenneth of Beaverton and Harry of Florida; 9 grandchildren and 2 step-grandchildren. A son, Lyle, preceded her in death. Services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Beaverton R.L.D.S. Church Elder Harold McAllister and Elder Harold Keeley officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 05-31/1978 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

FLOYD A. WHITMAN, SR (1900 - 1993)

 

LYLE D. WHITMAN, JR (24 APRIL 1976 - 5 SEP 1979)

 

Lyle D. Whitman Jr., 3, of Punta Gorda, Fla., accidentally drowned Wednesday, Sept. 5. Born on April 24, 1976, he was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Whitman Sr. Besides his parents, he is survived by one sister; his grandparents. Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Fitzpatrick of Gladwin and Mrs. Ione Grady of Sault Ste. Marie; a great grandmother, Mrs. Marion Farison of Gladwin and a great grandfather, Floyd Whitman of Beaverton.

   Services were held Monday at 11 a.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Elder James Wiltse officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-12/1979 Column - 2 Page - 2  

 

LYLE EUGENE WHITMAN (4 AUG 1932 - 25 AUG 1955)

 

RITES FOR TOBACCO MAN HELD

 

   Funeral services were held Sunday for Lyle Eugene Whitman, 23, of Tobacco Township, who passed away Aug. 25 at the Midland Hospital after an illness of nine months. Mr. Whitman was born Aug. 4, 1932, at Beaverton, and was married June 5, 1954, to the former Ione Farrison. He was a member of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

   Survivors are his wife; one son, Dennis; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Whitman, of Tobacco Township; two brothers, Wayne A. and Floyd Whitman Jr., both of Beaverton. Services were held at 2:30 p.m. at the R. L. D. S. Church at Beaverton, with Elder Harold Keeley officiating. Burial was in the Dale cemetery. Pallbearers were Lee Forshee, Bud West, James Maxwell, Don Blades, Shirley Blades, William Grant. Gladwin County Record dated 08-31/1955 Column - 3 Page - 1  

 

WAYNE E. WHITMAN (1924 - 27 DEC 1990)

 

Wayne E. Whitman, 66, of 5928 S. Warren Rd., Beaverton, died suddenly Thursday, Dec. 27, 1990, in the MidMichigan Regional Medical Center, Midland. Born in Bay City, he moved to Gladwin County in 1929. He was a truck driver in the service dept. at Dow Chemical Co. for 34 years until retiring in 1979. Mr. Whitman then worked as a carpenter until 1989. He was a member of the R.L.D.S. Church in Beaverton. Mr. Whitman and the former Aileen Foster were married July 18, 1946, in Midland.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 4 sons, John of LaSalle, Robert of Lenexa, Kan., William of Harrison and Dwayne of Beaverton; one daughter, Mrs. Trusty (Wanda) Bolton of Virginia Beach, Va.; his father, Floyd Sr. of Carlsbad, N. M.; a brother Floyd Jr. of Mt. Pleasant; 13 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Thomas Rodabaugh officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-02/1991 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

EDGAR L. WHITMER (22 JAN 1889 - 15 JULY 1966)

 

RITES HELD FOR EDGAR WHITMER

 

   Edgar L. Whitmer, 77, died July 15 in Greenville, Ohio, following a four months illness. Born Jan. 22, 1889, in Shelby County, Ohio, he came to Beaverton in 1902. An employee of Dow Chemical Company, he made his home in Midland for a number of years, and following his retirement lived in Florida., for 15 years. He went to his daughter's home in Greenvile recently. Mr. Whitmer and the former Miss Sylvia Fike were married in Beaverton March 29, 1914. He was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren.

   Survivors are his wife; Sylvia; threee daughters, Mrs. Lola Snyder of Midland, Mrs. Lois Wilt of Coleman, Mrs. Erma Marlin of Greenville, Ohio; one son, Alton, of Midland; a sister, Mrs. Martha Dodge, of Lake Odessa; a brother, John, of Beaverton; 11 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Services were held Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren with the Rev. Randall Roose officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 07-20/1966 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

ELIZABETH WHITMER (1883 - 1956)

 

ETHEL GRACE WHITMER (14 AUG 1885 - 10 DEC 1943)

 

FLOSSIE J. (MYERS) WHITMER (18 SEP 1904 - 30 MARCH 1992)

 

Mrs. Flossie J. Whitmer, 87, of 3841 Long Rd., Beaverton, died Monday, March 30, 1992, in the Gladwin Nursing Home after a long illness. Born in Paulding County, Ohio, Sept. 18, 1904, she moved to Gladwin County 45 years ago from Midland. She was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren, the Home Extension and 4-H for 40 years. The former Flossie Myers, she was married to John Whitmer on Oct. 24, 1926. He preceded her in death April 17, 1988.

   Surviving are 2 sons, Olan and Daniel of Beaverton; 2 daughters, Mrs. Milton (Lillian) Tolly of Hope and Mrs. James (Barbara) Andrist of Beaverton; 4 brothers, Daniel and Robert Myers of Shepherd, Chris Myers of Mt. Pleasant and Vernon Myers of Mio; 2 sisters, Mrs. Bertha Spencer of Mt. Pleasant and Mrs. Katherine Baliff of Ohio; 17 grandchildren and 35 great grandchildren.

   Services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Michael Clark will officiate and burial will be in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 04-01/1992 Column - 3 Page - 2 

 

JOHN ABRAHAM WHITMER (20 OCT 1901 - 17 APRIL 1988)

 

John A. Whitmer, 86, of 3841 Long Rd., Beaverton, died Sunday, April 17, at his home after a short illness. Born in Pleasant Hill, Ohio, Oct. 20, 1901, he had spent his lifetime in Gladwin County. Mr. Whitmer was an electrican for Dow Chemical Co. and retired in 1966 after 38 years. He was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren, the Farm Bureau and a 4-H leader for 40 years. Mr. Whitmer and the former Flossie Myers were married Oct. 24, 1926, in Detroit.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Olan and Daniel of Beaverton; 2 daughters, Mrs. Milton (Lillian) Tolly of Hope and Mrs. James (Barbara) Andrist of Beaverton; 17 grandchildren and 32 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Robert, April 13, 1955, and 2 brothers and 2 sisters.

   Services will be held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Michael Clark will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the church or the Hospice of Gladwin County. Gladwin County Record dated 04-20/1988 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

JOSHUA SOUDERS "JOPPY" WHITMER (17 FEB 1858 - 8 JUNE 1946)

 

SERVICES YESTERDAY FOR J. S. WHITMER

 

   Joshua S. Whitmer, 90, died at his home in Tobacco township on Saturday June 8. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, at the Beaverton Brethren church, at 2 p.m. preceded by a short Prayer Service at the home at 1:30 p..m. Rev. E. S. Hollinger, pastor of the Brethren church officiated. Burial was in the Dale cemetery.

   Mr. Whitmer was born in Miami county, Ohio, on February 17, 1856, coming to Tobacco township to live on a farm 45 years ago. He was one of the founders of the Beaverton Brethren church helping in the building of the structure now used for worship. Surviving are two sons, Edgar and John Whitmer, both of Midland; and one daughter, Mrs. Martha Farrell, of Woodland. Mrs. Whitmer preceded her husband in death on June 8, 1917. Mr. Whitmer was also preceded in death by a son, Ray. Gladwin County Record dated 6-12/1946 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

SERVICES HELD FOR TOBACCO RESIDENT

 

   Joshua Souders Whitmer; youngest son of Abraham and Mary Whitmer, was born in Miami county, Ohio, February 17, 1858, and passed away June 8, 1946. On May 27 1880 he was united in marriage with Lilly May Gartley. To this union five children were born, Ray, Ethel, Edgar, Martha, and John. His wife preceded him in death June 8, 1917. In his early married life he and his wife united with the Lorami Church of the Brethren near Sidney, Ohio. He was soon elected to the office of deacon in which capacity he served the rest of his life. In 1902 he and his family moved to Beaverton, where he had since resided.

   He is survived by three children, Edgar and John of Midland, and Mrs. Martha Farrell of Woodland, eleven grandchildren, and five great grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends. He will not only be missed by his family but the community, and especially his church, as he was one its pioneers serving as trustee since the erection of the church building at this place in 1904. As long as his health permitted he was a faithful worshipper and his place will be noticed for his absence. Gladwin County Record dated 06-19/1946 Column - 6 Page - 8

 

LILLY MAE (GARTLEY) WHITMER (1861 - JUNE 1917)

 

MAE ELIZABETH WHITMER (1907 - 1993)

 

MICHAEL DOUGLAS WHITMER (18 JAN 1966 - 18 JAN 1966)

 

RITES HELD FRIDAY FOR INFANT SON

 

   Michael Douglas Whitmer, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Olan Whitmer, of Rt. 1, Beaverton, died January 18 in the Midland Hospital shortly after he was born. Besides his parents, he is survived by one sister, Angela, at home; and his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Glen Calhoun and Mr. and Mrs. John Whitmer, both of Beaverton.

   Rites were held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Lee Long officiated and burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated  01-26/1966 Column - 5 Page - 2  

 

OLAN LEROY WHITMER (12 NOV 1931 - 29 FEB 2004)

 

   Olan L. Whitmer, Olan L. Whitmer, age 72, of Beaverton died Feb. 29, 2004 at MidMichigan Medical Center in Gladwin, of a sudden illness. Olan was born Nov. 12, 1931 in Midland to John and Flossie

(Myers) Whitmer in Midland. He was employed as a Foreman at Dow Chemical in Midland, retiring in 1982 after 30 years. He was also an army veteran, having served during the Korean War. Olan had lived in Gladwin County since 1946, having previously lived in Midland. He was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren.

   Surviving him are his daughter, Angela (Ronald) Sullivan of Coleman; his granddaughter, Jessica Sullivan of Coleman; two sisters, Lillian (Milton) Tolly of Hope, and Barbara (Jim) Andrist of Beaverton; one brother, Daniel (Claudia) Whitmer of Beaverton; several nieces and nephews; and special friend, Jorey Fassett. He is predeceased by his parents; brother Robert; and son Michael Whitmer.

   Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 4 at 11 a.m. at Beaverton Church of the Brethren in Beaverton. Pastor John Glasscock will be officiating. Visitation will be from Wednesday, March 3, from 2 to 9 p.m., at Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton and at the church on Thursday, March 4 from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Burial will take place in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery in Beaverton. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Beaverton Church of the Brethren Building Fund. Gladwin County Record dated 02-29/2004 Column - ? Page - ?

 

PEGGY WHITMER (?- 1951)

 

RAYMOND J. WHITMER (14 MAY 1881 - 18 JAN 1933)

 

On the 14th of May, 1891, the oldest child, Raymond J., came gladden the home of J. S. and Lillie May Whitmer. He was born in Shelby county, Ohio, where he spent his boyhood days. In March 1902, his parents with their family moved to Beaverton, Michigan. He went to Kent county in 1903, where he worked at the carpenter trade. He was united in marriage to Elizabeth Weaver in 1906. They set up their home near Elmdale, Kent county, Michigan, where they resided for nine years. Into this home were born two children, Mae and Wilbur.

   In 1916 Ray with his family moved to their country home three miles east of Beaverton, where he has since resided. At the age of 51 years, 8 months and 4 days his early labors were completed. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife; two children, Mae Elizabeth and Wilbur Raymond; his father, Joshua S. Whitmer, of Beaverton; two brothers, Edgar and John of Midland; and two sisters, Ethel of Beaverton and Martha Farrell of Woodland; besides other relatives and a host of friends.

   At the age of 14 he made the great choice of accepting Jesus as his Savior. Although he was in the prime of life and had prospective years before him, the all-wise Father said: "It is enough; you have played your part in the drama of life; come home". He was a kind and loving companion, a patient and youthful father and a careful and frank advisor; to know him was to love him.

 

   One less at home! The charmed circle broken; a dear face. Missed day by day from its accustomed place; But, cleansed and saved and perfected by grace, One more in Heaven!

   One more in Heaven! Another thought to brighten cloudy days; Another theme for thankfulness and praise; Another link on high our souls to raise, To home and Heaven.

   Funeral services were conducted at the Church of the Brethren at 2 o'clock [Not Finished].

   Gladwin County Record dated 01-26/1933 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

ROBERT GENE WHITMER (13 JULY 1925 - 13 APRIL 1955)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR ROBERT WHITMER

 

   Robert Gene Whitmer, 30, of Beaverton passed away April 13 of injuries received in an explosion at Dow Chemical Company, Midland, on April 5. Robert was born in Midland on July 13, 1925 and married Juanita L. Whitehouse on September 3, 1949 at Beaverton. He had lived in Beaverton most of his lifetime.

   He is survived by his wife, Juanita; three sons, Ronald Gene, Dennis John and Chris Steven, all at home; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John A. Whitmer of Beaverton; two brothers, Olan LeRoy and Daniel Raymond at home; two sisters, Barbara Sue, at home, and Mrs. Lillian Mae Tolly of Beaverton. Funeral services were held Saturday at 2:00 p.m. at the Church of the Brethren with the Rev. Ernest Jehnsen an dthe Rev. Larry Grubaugh officiating. Burial was in Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-20/1955 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

SYLVIA REBECCA (FIKE) WHITMER (25 SEP 1893 - 12 OCT 1966)

 

RITES HERE SUNDAY FOR EX-RESIDENT

 

   Mrs. Sylvia Whitmer, 73, of Greenville, Ohio, and formerly of Gladwin County, died today (Wednesday) in Greenville, following a long illness. Born on Sept. 25, 1893, she resided in Gladwin County from 1902 to 1919. She was a member of the Church of the Brethren. The former Sylvia Fike was married to Edgar Whitmer on March 29, 1914, in Beaverton. He preceded her in death on July 16, 1966.

   Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Lola Snyder of Midland, Mrs. Lois Wilt, Coleman, and Mrs. Erina Marlin, of Greenville, Ohio; one son, Alton of Midland; 11 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Rites will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Randall Roose will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Mrs. Whitmer is at the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 10-12/1966 Column - 8 Page - 2

 

WILBUR RAYMOND WHITMER (1912 - 23 DEC 1980)

 

Wilbur R. Whitmer, 68, of Holland, died Tuesday, Dec. 23, in Butterworth Hospital, Grand Rapids, following an illness of several months. Born in Alto, he lived as a child in Beaverton and in the Holland, Grand Rapids area since 1938. He served in the U.S. Army with the 126th Infantry in World War II. In 1948 he joined the U.S. Postal Service and was assigned to Holland, Grand Rapids Center in 1955. He retired in 1973. Mr. Whitmer was a member of the First United Methodist Church and V.F.W.

   Surviving are his sister, Mae Whitmer, with whom he made his home, and uncle and aunt Mr. and Mrs. John Whitmer of Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 01-07/1981 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

JANET ISABEL (STEPHENS) WILDER (1861 - 5 JAN 1948)

 

ROY CARSON WILDER (1888 - 1957)

                       

WILLIAM WALLACE WILDER (1860 - 16 DEC 1900)

 

DUNDAS' CORNERS

 

   W. W. Wilder died Sunday morning at eight a.m. Gladwin County Record dated 12-21/1900 Column - 2 Page - 8

 

DEBORAH A. WILLIAMS (1958 - ?)

 

DESSA IRENE (UTLEY) WILLIAMS (31 OCT 1918 - 4 NOV 1996)

 

Dessa I. Williams, 79, of Beaverton, died Monday, Nov. 4, 1996, at Tender Care Nursing Home in Midland, following a long illness. Born Oct. 31, 1917 in Clare, she was a resident of Beaverton since 1981 when she moved from Sanford. The former Dessa Utley married Harold E. E. Williams May 31, 1935 in Clare and he preceded her in death Feb. 3, 1988. She was employed as a licensed pratical nurse at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center-Clare, MidMichigan Regional Medical Center-Midland and King's Daughter Nursing Home, before retiring in 1979. Mrs. Williams was a member of the Golden Rod Rebekah 151 and Blue Star Mothers where she was past state treasurer.

   Surviving are 3 sons, Robert and wife Marlene of Beaverton, Lawrence and wife Carol of Jackson, Durwin and wife Christine of Rives Junction; one daughter, Jeanette and husband Ralph McKimmy of Beaverton; one brother, John E. Utley of Farwell; 4 sisters, Lela Wilson of Lake, Anna Dortha Keaton of Campbellsburg, Ky., Barbara Rae LaRue of Carpenterville, Ill., and Marjorie Ellaine Rojo of Las Vegas, Nev.; 23 grandchildren; 39 great - grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Lillis Ann Holland in 1989; one granddaughter, Rebecca Irene Williams in 1964; one brother; and 4 sisters.

   Special memorial services will be held today (Wednesday) at 7 p.m. by the Blue Star Mothers; at 7:15 p.m. by the Rebekahs; and at 7:30 p.m. by the American Legion Women's Auxiliary. Services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel with the Rev. Henry List offiiciating. Burial will be in the Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery, Beaverton. Those planning an expression of sympathy, may wish to consider memorials to the V.A. Medical Facility, Saginaw. Gladwin County Record dated 11-06/1996 Column - 2 Page - 7

 

GERALDINE WILLIAMS (1914 - 1985)

 

HAROLD E. WILLIAMS (23 JULY 1911 - 3 FEB 1988)

 

Harold E. Williams, 76, of 4469 S. M-18, Beaverton, died Wednesday, Feb. 3, in the Saginaw Community Hospital after a short illness. Born in Clare, July 23, 1911, he lived in Beaverton from 1955 to 1962 when he moved to Sanford. In 1981, Mr. Williams moved back to Beaverton. He was a tool and die setter and worked for Pontiac Motors in Pontiac for 10 years until retiring in 1955 and then for 16 years until retiring in 1982. Mr. Williams was a member of the Gladwin I.O.O.F. Lodge 177, Rebekah Golden Rod Lodge 151 and Blue Star Dad's of America. Mr. Williams and the former Dessa Utley were married May 31, 1935, in Clare.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 sons, Robert of Beaverton, Lawrence of Hanover and Durwin of Jackson; 2 daughters, Mrs. Ralph (Jeanette) McKimmy of Beaverton and Mrs. James (Sandy) Holland of Frankling, Tenn.; one sister, Mrs. Maxine Wilson of Midland; 23 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Paul, Noel and Romain Williams.

   Services were held Saturday at 4 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Mike Clare officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. A I.O.O.F. and Rebekah Memorial Service was held Friday at 7 p.m. Gladwin County Record dated 02-10/1988 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

MARLENE A. (HILDENBRAND) WILLIAMS (2 JULY 1947 - ?)

 

MARLENE MARIE (SMITH) WILLIAMS (7 NOV 1940 - 2 MARCH 1964)

 

DOUBLE RITES FOR CRASH VICTIMS

 

   Mrs. Marlene Marie Williams, 23, and infant daughter, Rebecca Irene, lost their lives in Shiawassee County in an auto accident at the corner of West M-21 and Baldwin Road on Monday. The former Marlene Marie Smith was born in Beaverton to Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Smith on Nov. 7, 1940. She was married to Robert Williams on June 8, 1958, in Beaverton, and they moved to Ovid two years ago.

   Survivors include her husband, Robert, a daughter, Deborah, and two sons, Mathew and Timothy Noel, all at home; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Smith, of Beaverton; two sisters, Barbara Crosby, of Midland, and Carol Jenkins, of Iowa.

   Rebecca Irene Williams was born in St. Johns on March 29, 1963, and is also survived by her paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Harold E. E. Williams, of Averill. Funeral services for both will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren with Rev. Randall Roose officiating. Burial is in Dale Cemetery.  Gladwin County Record dated 03-04/1964 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

MATTHEW WILLIAMS (1960 - ?)

 

REBECCA IRENE WILLIAMS (29 MARCH 1963 - 2 MARCH 1964)

 

   Mrs. Marlene Marie Williams, 23, and infant daughter, Rebecca Irene, lost their lives in Shiawassee County in an auto accident at the corner of West M-21 and Baldwin Road on Monday. Rebecca Irene Williams was born in St. Johns on March 29, 1963, and is also survived by her paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Harold E. E. Williams, of Averill. Funeral services for both (Mother & Rebecca Irene) will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren with Rev. Randall Roose officiating. Burial is in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-04/1964 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

ROBERT H. WILLIAMS (7 MARCH 1938 - 18 MARCH 1998)

 

Robert H. Williams, died Wednesday, March 18, 1998 from heart failure, which resulted in a car accident. Born March 7, 1938, he was the son of Harold E. E. and Dessa I. (Utley) Williams. He was a lifetime resident of Beaverton and past president and coach of Beaverton Little League. Robert married the Marlene M. Smith, June 8, 1958 in Beaverton. She preceded him in death in 1964. He then married Marlene A. Hildenbrand, July 16, 1966 in Beaverton.

   Besides his wife he is survived by two daughters, Deborah and husband William Mason, and Melissa and husband Wayne Hinrichs of Emporia, Kan.; three sons, Matthew and fiance Pamela Paex, and Timothy and wife Deborah, all of Beaverton, and Paul and friend Beck Matlock of Fredericksbury, Va; two brothers, Lawrence and wife Carol of Jackson, and Durwin and wife Christine of Rives Junction; one sister, Jeanette and husband Ralph McKimmy of Beaverton; 13 grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

   He was preceded in death by a daughter, Rebecca Irene in 1964; his parents; and one sister, Lillis Sandy Holland in 1989. Services were held at 1 p.m. Monday at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel with Elder Jerry Methner officiating. Burial was in Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-25/1998 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

TIMOTHY NOEL WILLIAMS (1961 - ?)

 

GERALD F. WILSON (1911 - 1989)

 

IRENE (MCCALL) WILSON (17 OCT 1893 - 23 JULY 1955)

 

BEAVERTON LADY BURIED MONDAY

 

   Funeral services for Mrs. Irene Wilson, 62, were held Monday at the Miner Funeral Home, with the Rev. Larry Grubaugh officiating, and interment was made in Dale cemetery. The daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph McCall, she was born October 17, 1893, at Owen Sound, Ont. She was married to George Wilson on May 20, 1924, at Port Arthur, Canada. She came from Canada to the United States in 1927, and from Highland Park to Beaverton in 1950. Mrs. Wilson was a member of the Beaverton Methodist Church. She passed away July 23, at the Farwell Rest Home, following a long illness. She is survived by a son, Ralph, at home; two daughters, Mrs. Doris Myers and Mrs. Dorothy Burnette, both of Detroit; one sister, Mrs. Grace McLean, of Toronto. Her husband, George, died November 16, 1945. Gladwin County Record dated 07-27/1955 Columnn - 2 Page - 1  

 

FREDERICK WIRCHENKO (4 MAY 1880 - 24 JAN 1948)

 

TOBACCO RESIDENT BURIED TUESDAY

 

   Frederick Wirchenko, 67, died at the home of Arnold Knake in Tobacco township on Saturday, January 24. Mr. Wirchenko was born in Russia on May 4, 1880. He came to Gladwin county from Wayne about eight years ago, and operated a farm.

   Surviving are one brother in British Columbia; also other relatives still residing in Russia. Funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Hall Funeral Home, with John Kris of the Jehovah's Witnesses of Saginaw, officiating. Burial was in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 01-28/1948 Column - 8 Page - 1  

 

CHARLES O. WIRT (19 SEP 1874 - 13 MAY 1957)

 

SERVICES FOR CHARLES WIRT THURSDAY

 

   Charles O. Wirt, 82, of Beaverton, died at the Tolfree Memorial Hospital, West Branch, on May 13 after a two weeks illness. A retired jeweler, Mr. Wirt had lived in Gladwin county for fifty-six-years, coming here from Eaton county where he was born on Sept. 19, 1874. In Dec. 1896 he was married to the former Miss Margaret Hunter there. She preceded him in death in Dec. 1951.

   Survivors include four sons, Glen of Beaverton, Dale of Chesaning, Paul of Flint, and Leo of Arizona; 16 grandchildren and 36 great grandchildren; one brother, Martin of Holt, and one sister. Funeral services will be held Thursday, May 16, at 2:00 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Charles G. Wirt, a grandson of Mr. Wirt, will officiate at the services. Burial will be in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-15/1957 Column - 6 Page - 1

 

FLORENCE L. (STARKWEATHER) WIRT (27 AUG 1903 - 8 APRIL 1963)

 

THURSDAY RITES FOR MRS. WIRT

 

   Mrs. Florence L. Wirt, 59, of Beaverton Township, died Monday at the Clare Hospital after a short illness. Born in Eaton County on Aug. 27, 1903, the former Florence L. Starkweather was married to Glenn Wirt on Oct. 5, 1956. She had been a resident of Gladwin County for seven years, moving here from Farwell.

   Surviving are her husband, Glenn; three sons, Bud and Joe Verguson, of Portland and Frank, of Belding; five daughters, Mrs. Martha Pixley, of Lake Lansing, Mrs. Betty Walker, of Grand Ledge, Mrs. Patricia Perry, of Perry, Mrs. Annette Bishop, of Belding, and Mrs. Leotta Miller, of Owosso; a brother, Alex, and a sister, Mrs. Rehah Schottle.

   Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Charles Wirt will officiate and burial is in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 04-10/1963 Column - 8 Page - 2

 

FLOSSIE E. (WEAVER) WIRT (3 OCT 1901 - 19 AUG 1956)

 

RITES HELD FOR BEAVERTON LAKE VICTIM

 

   Funeral services were held today (Wednesday) for Mrs. Flossie Wirt, 55, of Beaverton Township, who was drowned when she fell out of her boat while fishing Sunday in Ross Lake at Beaverton. Mrs. Wirt was born Oct. 3, 1901 at Geneva, Ind., She was married to Glenn M. Wirt Aug. 31, 1919 in Beaverton and had lived near there since her marriage.

   Surviving are her husband, Glenn; two sons, the Rev. Charles G. Wirt of Ft. Wayne, Ind., and Henry D. Wirt of Evart; five daughters, Mrs. Daisy Letts, Midland, Mrs. Viola Hintz, Midland, Mrs. Violet Bishop, Beaverton, Mrs. Margaret Bishop, Lansing, and Mrs. Glenna J. Hayward, Gladwin; 21 grandchildren; four brothers and three sisters. One son, Francis, preceded her in death.

   The services were held at the Hall Funeral Home at 2 p.m. Her son, the Rev. Charles G. Wirt, and the Rev. Truman Lowell officiated and the pallbearers were the sons and sons-in-law. Burial was in Dale cemetery. Sheriff Lorin Leitner said Mrs. Wirt had gone fishing Sunday with her husband. They live on a farm five miles west of Beaverton, near Bard. Mrs. Wirt rented a boat and went fishing alone, while Mr. Wirt remained on the M-18 bridge across the river.

   Cecil McKellar, Beaverton druggist, reported seeing Mrs. Wirt fishing from the boat when he went up the river. He noted the empty craft, still anchored, about a half-hour later when he returned. Three girls in a motorboat also saw Mrs. Wirt when they went up the river and noticed it was empty on their way back. Mr. Wirt said he had not seen his wife since she left him to rent the boat and the sheriff was notifield and dragging operations were started immediately.

   Six boats searched the waters of the lake, some 20 feet deep at that point, until midnight. The search was resumed Monday morning with Dick and Kenneth Fassett, Beaverton skin divers, assisting the officers. The body was found close to the shore about 10 a.m. by Dick Fassett and Deputy Sherifff Darrel Wood, of Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 08-22/1956 Column - 8 Page - 1

 

FRANCIS MARION WIRT (? - 1 MAY 1948)

 

GARY WIRT (1941 - 1982)

 

GLEN M. WIRT (6 MAY 1898 - 30 MARCH 1972)

 

Glen M. Wirt, 73, of 129 Tonkin Street, Beaverton, died at his home early Thursday, March 30, of a sudden heart attack. Born May 6, 1898, in Sunfield, Mr. Wirt had been a resident of Gladwin County for 53 years. He was a retired farmer. His wife, the former Flossie Weaver, preceded him in death in August 1956.

   Surviving are two sons, Charles of Fort Wayne, Ind., and Henry of Gladwin; five daughters, Mrs. Violet Bishop of Beaverton, Mrs. Glenna Howard of Gladwin, MRs. Daisy Letts, Mrs. Viola Hintz, and Mrs. Margaret Bishop, all of Midland; a brother, Leo of Arizona; 42 grandchildren, and 7 great grandchildren.

   Services were held at 10:30 a.m. Monday at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton, with the Rev. Charles Wirt officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery.Gladwin County Record dated 04-05/1972 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

MARGARET E. (HUNTER) WIRT (29 DEC 1879 - 15 NOV 1951)

 

BEAVERTON LADY PASSES AWAY

 

   Mrs. Margaret E. Wirt, 71, passed away at her home last Thursday, November 15. Funeral services were held from the Hall Funeral Home on Sunday afternoon. The Rev. John R. Scott of the Gladwin Methodist church officiated and burial was in Dale cemetery. Mrs. Wirt was born on December 29, 1879, in Easton county. She married Charles Wirt on December 23, 1896 in Ionia. They made their home in Beaverton and vicinity since 1900.

   Surviving are her husband; four sons, Glen and Leo of Beaverton, Paul of Flint and Dale of Henderson; three sisters, Mrs. Bessie Reed of Beaverton, Mrs. Marian Wirt of Lansing and Mrs. Nancy Childs of Vermontville; also 17 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 11-21/1951 Column - 1 Page - 1  

 

ELDEN GAGE WITKOVSKY (1 JULY 1906 - 3 JULY 1995)

 

Elden G. Witkovsky, 89, of Beaverton, died Monday, July 3, 1995 at the Gladwin Pines Nursing Home following a long illness. Born July 1, 1906 in Caro, he resided in Beaverton since 1971 when he moved from Breckenridge. Mr. Witkovsky farmed in the Coleman and Beaverton areas until retiring in 1961. He was employed by Farmers Petroleum in Breckenridge from 1961 to 971. He was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren and the Beaverton Housing Commission, where he was instrumental in the beginning plans for the Beaverton Manor. Mr. Witkovsky was active with Beavercraft, Grange and the Coleman PTA, where he served as president. In addition he was involved with Farm Bureau, the 4-H leaders in Midland County, the Mid Mich Travel Club, Meals on Wheels, Gideons International (Gladwin County Camp) and Mid Michigan Alliance.

     He married the former Ethel McKimmy Feb. 12, 1927 in Beaverton. Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Lowell and wife Delma of Martinsburg, Penn. and William and wife Lovene of Beaverton; 3 daughters, Evelyn and husband Neil Bullerman of Muskegon, Charlene and husband Oscar Anderson of Gladwin, and Lila and husband Lee Hannahs of Beaverton; 4 brothers, Clifton of Pigeon, Clayton of Caro, Loren of Colony, Texas, and Robert of Bay City; 2 sisters, Donna McDaniel of Sun City, Fla. and Roberta Rappel of Bay City; 13 grandchildren; and 29 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother Earl and a sister, Onita Ringle.

     Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday from the Church of the Brethren, Beaverton with the Rev. Kenneth Golay officiating. Burial will be in the Dale Cemetery, Tobacco Township. Friends may call at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton chapel from noon to 9 p.m. today (Wednesday). Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. Gladwin County Record dated 07/05/1995 Column - 2 Page - 6

 

ETHEL OLIVE (MCKIMMY) WITKOVSKY (24 SEP 1908 - 27 DEC 1995)

 

Ethel O. Witkovsky, 87 of Beaverton, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 27 1995, at the Gladwin Pines Nursing home. The former Ethel McKimmy died Wednesday, Dec. 27, 1995 at the Gladwin Pines Nursing Home following a long illness.

Born Sept. 24 1908 in Beaverton, she was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County. Mrs. Witkovsky was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren, Farm Bureau, the Gladwin County Gideon Auxiliary and the Coleman P.T.A. She was also a 4-H leader and active with the Beaverton Meals on Wheels program.

   The former Ethel McKimmy married Elden Witkovsky Feb. 12 1927 in Beaverton. He preceded her in death July 3 1995. Surviving are 2 sons, Lowell and wife Delma of Martinsburg, Penn., and William and wife Lovene of Beaverton; 3 daughters, Evelyn and husband Neil Bullerman of Muskegon, Lila and husband Lee Hannahs of Beaverton and Charlene and husband Oscar Anderson of Gladwin; one sister, Florence Rachel Peterson; 13 grandchildren; and  31 great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday from the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Kenneth Golay officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery, Tobacco Township. Arrangements were handled by the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton chapel. Gladwin County Record dated 01-03/1996 Column - 1 Page - 7

 

NANCY A. (BURGESS) WOODARD (1890 - 1947)

 

CYNTHIA E. (HONEYCUTT) WOODBY (20 APRIL 1863 - 7 MAY 1951)

 

Mrs. Cynthia Woodby, 88, passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Charles Brown, of Beaverton, on Monday, May 7. Funeral services will be held at the Dale Methodist church on Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The Rev. Donald Sailor will officiate and burial will be in the Dale cemetery. Cynthia Honeycut was born in Yancy county, North Carolina, on April 20, 1863. She married William Woodby on January 16, 1880. They came to Gladwin county about 50 years ago. Mr. Woodby passed away in 1924.

   Surviving are two sons, Fred Woodby of Beaverton and William I. Woodby of Flint; three daughters, Mrs. Zetta Brown of Beaverton, Mrs. Marie Webber of Worchester, Massachusetts and Mrs. Clara Hayman of Metamora, Ohio; two brothers, Joseph Honeycut and Nathan Honeycut, both of North Carolina; 12 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren also 2 great-great-grandchildren. One son and one daughter preceded their mother in death. Mrs. Woodby's grandsons will act as pallbearers. Gladwin County Record dated 05-09/1951 Column - 5 Page - 1

 

FRED L. WOODBY (4 FEB 1891 - 9 FEB 1968)

 

BEAVERTON EX-TEACHER DEAD AT 77

 

   BEAVERTON --- Fred L. Woodby, 77, former Gladwin County teacher and Beaverton businessman, died Friday, Gladwin Hospital after a brief illness. Woodby taught school for 40 years, most of that time in the Beaverton Area Schools. When he retired in 1954, he became a real estate broker. He was born in Johnson City, Tenn., Feb. 4, 1891. He was a member of the Michigan Education Association, Gladwin County Chamber of Commerce, Beaverton Businessman's Association, Beaverton Lions Club, and the Beaverton Masonic lodge and the O.E.S.

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   Surviving are the widow, Helen; three sons, Wayne of Warren, Loren of East Lansing, and the Rev. Donald of Cleveland, Ohio; one daughter, Mrs. Virginia Conrad of Palo Alto, Calif; 14 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, three sisters and one brother.

   The funeral will be Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin, with burial in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-14/1968 Column - 2 Page - 1

 

GRACE L. (BARDEN) WOODBY (20 JUNE 1895 - 24 SEP 1943)

 

SERVICES MONDAY FOR MRS. WOODBY

 

   The Rev. Perry Hoover officiated at funeral services at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren at 2:30 p.m. Monday for Mrs. Fred Woodby at the Ford Hospital in Detroit following a major operation. Officers of the Beaverton Chapter of the O.E.S. conducted a special service at the grave in the Dale cemetery. Mrs. Woodby was widely known and respected throughout the southern section of the country. She had been a long-time resident of Billings township and her husband has served for seveal years as Smith-Hughes agricultural teacher at the Beaverton school.

   Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Barden, Mrs. Grace Woodby was born in Eaton county on June 20 1895. She moved with her parents to Billings township, Gladwin county, when she was a young girl and was married to Fred Woodby on June 29, 1911. The Woodbys brought the Barden farm in Billings township and they have lived there almost continuously since that time. They moved to Mt. Pleasant while their children were in college and later moved to Stanton for a time where Mr. Woodby taught in the Stanton schools.

   Surviving are her husband; one daughter, Mrs. Virginia Conrad, of Chicago, Illinois; three sons, Wayne Woodby, superintendent of schools at Kalkaska; Lt. Lauren Woodby, of Cambridge, Mass.; and Donald Woodby, with the U.S. Navy and stationed at Nashville, Tenn.; four sisters, Mrs. Edna Thomas, of Marshall; Mrs. Elga Long of Jackson; Mrs. Iva Kent, of Beaverton; and Miss Fern Barden, of Battle Creek; and three grandchildren. Gladwin County Record dated 09-29/1943 Column - 2 Page - 4

 

JASON A. WOODBY (22 DEC 1884 - 3 FEB 1940)

 

JASON WOODBY DIES IN AUTO CRASH

 

   Jason Woodby, 54, of Flint, was fatally injured Saturday when the automobile he was driving left the highway, crashed into a guard rail and then plunged into a 10 foot gully just north of Freeland on US-10. Sheriff Hugo Muehlenbeck, of Saginaw, and Sheriff Ira Smith, of Midland, investigated. It is believed Woodby suffered a slight stroke causing the accident. Mrs. Woodby suffered severe-cuts and Mrs. Lee Fenton, an ankle injury. Mr. Fenton's 13-month-old baby was uninjured. The women were treated at the Midland General hospital and released. Mrs. Woodby was taken to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Brown here, and Mrs. Fenton returned to her home in Flint. Mr. Woodby was rushed to the hospital, but died before admittance.

   Mr. Woodby was well known in Gladwin county having lived here many years before moving to Flint about twenty years ago. Funeral services for Jason Woodby were conducted at 1 p.m. at the Bradley funeral home in Midland and at 2:30 p.m. at the Dale Methodist Church, with the Rev. E. H. Longman officiating. Burial was in the Dale cemetery. Mr.Woodby was born December 22, 1884, in North Carolina, and moved to Michigan with his parents when a small child. For the past 20 years Mr. and Mrs. Jason Woodby have lived in Flint where he was employed by the Buick Motor Company.

   Surviving are his widow, Charity Woodby; and two nieces whom they have cared for from infancy, Miss Eva Leen Bardwell and Mrs. Iva Fenton, of Flint; his mother, Mrs. Cynthia Woodby; of Beaverton; two brothers, Fred Woodby of Beaverton and Isaac W. Woodby of Flint; three sisters, Mrs. LaZetta Brown of Beaverton, Mrs. Marie Webber of Wooster, Mass., and Mrs. Clara Hayman of Lyons, Ohio. Gladwin County Record dated 02-07/1940 Column - 1 Page - 4

 

LAUREN GAYLE WOODBY (26 SEP 1914 - 14 MARCH 1991)

 

Lauren Gayle Woodby, Phd., 76, of 426 Martinque Cove, Niceville, Fla., died Thursday, March 14, 1991, in a Niceville hospital. He was a native of Beaverton and had resided in Florida for the past 5 years. Dr. Woodby was Professor Emeritus of Mathematics, Michigan State University. He was a member of the Eglin Eagles Golf Club, National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, American Mathematical Assoc. and the Panama Canal Zone Assoc. He was a veteran of World War II and a retired U. S. Army, Lt. Col. He was listed in Who's Who of America, 1978-1979.

   Survivors include his wife, Alice of Niceville; 2 daughters, Marcia Paulsell of Mercer Island, Wash., and Sylvia Woodby of Alexandria, Va.; 3 sons, Robert of Denver, Col., Carl of Dallas, Texas and Douglas of Juneau, Alaska; 2 step-sons, Bennett Hart of Manassas, Va. and Michael Hart of Urbana, Ill.; 2 brothers, Wayne Woodby of Holland, and Donald Woodby of Williamsburg, Va.; one sister, Virginia Conrad of San Francisco, Calif. and 8 grandchildren.

   Memorial services will be conducted at the Dale United Methodist Church, Tuesday, March 26. The family suggests, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society. Gladwin County Record dated 03-20/1991 Column - 3 Page - 2  

 

WILLIAM WOODBY (22 JULY 1859 - 7 DEC 1924)

 

William Woodby was born July 22, 1859, in Unicoi county, Tennessee, where he grew to manhood and obtained an education. He taught in the public schools and later became a minister of the gospel. He was united in marriage to Miss Cynthia Honeycutt of Relief, N.C. Jan. 16, 1881. To this union were born eight children; the fist a son dying in infancy. The surviving daughters are Mrs. Albert Green of Toledo, Ohio, Mrs. C. A. Brown of Beaverton, Mrs. Herbert O. Webber of Worcester, Mass., and Mrs. Frank Hayman of Metamora, Ohio; three sons, Jason of Flint; Fred of Beaverton and Isaac of Detroit.

   The deceased was a great sufferer, having been ill nearly three years, and constantly cared for by his faithful companion. When he knew that death was immiment he summoned his family to his bedside, and passed peacefully into rest on Sunday, Dec. 7, aged 65 years, 4 months and 15 days at his home in Billings township. He leaves behind a wonderful example of a life well spent and every assurance of full preparation for the future.

   And one clear call for me, And may there be no moaning at the bar, When I put out to sea. Twilight and evening bell, And after that the dark, And may there be no sadness of farwell, When I embark. Gladwin County Record dated 12-18/1924 Column - 4 Page - 4

 

JESSE J. WOODMAN (2 FEB 1955 - 10 SEP 1984)

 

Jesse J. Woodman, 29, of Bay City, died suddenly Monday, Sept. 10, in the Midland Hospital Center. Born in Traverse City on Feb. 2, 1955, he moved to Bay City two and a half years ago from Hope. Mr. Woodman was a driver for the Bay Metro Transit. He was a member of the Edenville Seventh Day Adventist Church. He was married to the former Karla Jones Feb. 27, 1982, in Edenville.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by his mother, Mrs. Jessie Woodman of Kalkaska; 2 brothers, Mike of Perth, Australia and Pat of Lansing; 2 sisters, Mrs. Susan Fender of Boardman and Mrs. Cindy Saxton of Johannesburg. An infant son, Joseph preceded him in death Sept. 21, 1983. Services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the Edenville Seventh Day Adventist Church. Elders Don Stewart, Paul Shoun and Robert Lawson will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Friends may call at the Hall Funeral Home. Beaverton Chapel, after 4 p.m. Wednesday. Gladwin County Record dated 09-12/1984 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

JOSEPH J. WOODMAN (1983 - 24 SEP 1983)

 

KARLA L. (JONES) WOODMAN (1957 - ?)

 

CARLTON T. WRIGHT (22 MARCH 1896 - 3 MARCH 1966)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR CARLTON WRIGHT

 

   Carlton T. Wright, 69, died Thursday at his home in Beaverton. Born on March 22, 1896, he had lived all his life in Beaverton. He was a retired Dow Chemical Company employee. Mr. Wright was a veteran of World War I, and a member of F.& A. M. Lodge No. 453 and the Beaverton V.F.W. Post. He was married to Myrtle Asch on June 16, 1961, in Beaverton.

   Surviving are his wife, Myrtle, a foster son, Lt. Marlin Spencer, U.S. Army; four stepsons, Gordon Asch, of St. Louis, Mo., Fred Asch Jr., Ironton, Ohio, Doyle Asch Midland and L. C. Asch, of Springfield, Va.; one step-daughter, Mrs. Gary Morley, of Coleman; one brother, Philip Cronin, of Flint; and two sisters, Mrs. Dean Geer, of Midland County and Mrs. Rose Lidster, of Beaverton.

   Services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home with the Rev. Aaron Hyde officiating. Burial was in Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-09/1966 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

HAZEL A. (BROWN) WRIGHT (1918 - 2000)

 

MYRTLE D. WRIGHT (1918 - 2000)

 

MYRTLE D. (SMITH) WRIGHT (13 NOV 1902 - 13 NOV 1977)

 

Mrs. Myrtle D. (Asch) Wright, 75, of 3403 Calhoun Rd., Beaverton, died suddenly Sunday, Nov. 13, in Saginaw. Born in Billings Township on November 13, 1902, she had spent her lifetime in Gladwin County. Mrs. Wright was a member of the Order of Eastern Stars, V.F.W. Auxiliary and the Beaverton Senior Citizens Club. The former Myrtle Smith, she was married to Carl Wright in 1963 in Beaverton. He preceded her in death on March 3, 1966.

 

Surviving are 4 sons, Gordon Asch of Webster Grove, Mo., Fred Asch Jr. and Doyle Asch of Midland and Leo Asch of Springfield, Va.; one daughter, Mrs. Gary (Yvonne) Morley of Clare; 13 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

 

Services were held today, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. Elder Leon Methner officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-16/1977 Column – 7 Page – 2.

 

ORVILLE R. WRIGHT (4 JUNE 1904 - 6 DEC 1972)

 

Orville R. Wright, 68, of South Albion, died Wednesday, Dec. 6, in the Albion Community Hospital after a long illness. Born in Gladwin County on June 4, 1904, he was a contractor in the iron industry. Mr. Wright had lived in Napoleon, Ohio, Beaverton and for the past seven years in Albion. He was a member of the Napoleon F&AM Lodge and the Coldwater Fraternal Order of Eagels. He was married to the former Hazel Brown on June 12, 1937, in Grayling.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Patricia Reader of Gladwin and Mrs. Sunny Lamb of Albion; one sister, Mrs. Lucie Hayward of Quincy; two brothers, Joseph and Wayne of Midland; and eight grandchildren. Rites were held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home. The Rev. Zina Bennett officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 12-13/1972 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

RELLA CATHERINE (WARD) WRIGHT (15 MAY 1895 - 29 OCT 1965)

 

SERVICES HELD FOR RELLA WRIGHT

 

   Services were held Sunday at 1 p.m. from the Beaverton Methodist Church for Mrs. Rella C. Wright, 70, of Beaverton, who died suddenly at her home on October 29. Born in Paulding County, Ohio, on May 15, 1895, she came to Gladwin County 55 years ago.

   Surviving are two brothers, William Ward, of Birmingham and George Ward, of Traverse City; and three sisters, Mrs. Madonna Shaffer, of South Lyons, Mrs. Emma Fairchild, Detroit, and Alpha Ward, of Ohio. Three brothers and a sister preceded her in death.

   The Rev. Lee Long officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-03/1965 Column - 4 Page - 1  

 

Y'S

 

ARNOLD R. YAGER (? - 1954)

 

BERTHA MAE (MCKIMMY) YAGER (13 JAN 1878 - 13 SEP 1971)

 

BERTHA YAGER, 93

 

     Mrs. Bertha M. Yager, 93, of Beaverton, died Monday, Sept. 13, at the Most Nursing Home in Gladwin following a short illness. Born in Virginia on Jan 13, 1878, she had lived in Beaverton for 50 years and the past six in Gladwin. The former Bertha McKimmy, she was married to Harry Yager in 1898 in Coleman. He preceded her in death on Feb. 24, 1959.

     Surviving are three sons, Ray, of Shields, Clare and Rolland, of Beaverton; one daughter, Mrs. Maxine Blehem, of Defiance, Ohio; two brothers, Ottamar McKimmy, of Gladwin and Jay McKimmy, of Ludington; 15 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren and eight great great grandchildren. Services were held today, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton. The Rev. Henry List officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 09-15/1971 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

CLARE YAGER (10 APRIL 1906 - 4 JAN 1977)

 

Clare Yager, 70,of 3176 West Zuber Rd., Beaverton, died Tuesday, Jan. 4, in the Clare Nursing Home following a long illness. Born in Cadillac on April 10, 1906, he came to Gladwin County in 1920 from Wexford County. Mr. Yager was retired as owner of Yager Construction Co. in Beaverton. He was a member of the Beaverton F & AM Lodge No. 453.

   He and the former Magarette Burr were married on August 29, 1927, in Gladwin. Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 daughters, Mrs. Ardis Larkin and Mrs. JoAnn Brown of Beaverton and Mrs. Bernice Green of Clare; 3 sons, Jerry, Marlin and James of Beaverton; 2 brothers, Ray of Shields and Rolland of Beaverton; and one sister, Mrs. Maxine Blohm of Defiance, Ohio; 12 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

   Services were held Friday, at 2 p.m. from the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Henry List officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 01-12/1977 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

FAY A. YAGER (20 DEC 1910 - 11 FEB 1951)

 

BEAVERTON MAN DIED AFTER FRACAS

FUNERAL SERVICES WILL BE HELD THURSDAY AFTERNOON

 

   Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock for Fay A. Yager, 40, of Beaverton, who died Sunday at the Midland hospital. Yager was admitted to the hospital Saturday afternoon, nearly 18 hours after being involved in an altercation Friday evening on a Beaverton street. Prosecutor Cyrus Y. Atlee said that according to statements made by witnesses, Yager engaged in a prolonged argument at a Beaverton tavern with Archie Fackler, 43, of Gladwin. Fackler, a member of Boman's Tavern shuffle-board team, had gone to Beaverton to play a match with the Beaverton team. Yager was not a member of the Beaverton team but joined the group as an onlooker.

   Witnesses told officers that during the verbal exchange, about a seat at a table, Yager invited Fackler outside to settle te matter. During the brief fight in which blows were struck, Yager fell and struck his head on the icy sidewalk, losing consciousness. Only a few persons were aware that the argument had been carried on outside the tavern. He was taken to his home Friday night, but was removed to the hospital when he failed to regain his senses.

   Report of an autopsy conducted by Dr. L. J. Kassa, of Midland, revealed that Yager's death was caused, by intra-cranial hemorrhages on both sides of the head, and a skull fracture on the left side of the head. Mr. AtLee said this mornign that any coroner's inquest must be held in Midland county by Midland authorities because the death occured there. AtLee also stated that Fackler was not being held and that evidence, revealed so far, does not warrant the placing of charges by authorities.

   Sheriff Arthur Kelly, Mr. AtLee and Coroner A. H. Bradley, of Midland, have been cooperating in the investigation of the matter. Mr. Yager was born in December 20, 1910 in Cadillac, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Yager, and was a resident of Gladwin County about 30 years. On May 6, 1941 he married Miss Helen Ruth Searfoss, of Gladwin. He was a veteran of World War II, serving nearly two years overseas in the European theater, and a member of the VFW post. He was engaged in the contracting business in Beaverton with his father and brothers.

   Mr. Yager will be at the home of his parents until the time of the service at 2 o'clock on Thursday afternoon. Services will be held at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren, with the Rev. Ernest Jehnsen officiating. Burial will be made in the Dale cemetery, and wil be under the auspices of the Beaverton Veterans of Foreign War Post. Gladwin County Record dated 02-14/1951 Column - 4 Page - 1

 

JOHN HENRY (HARRY) YAGER (4 MARCH 1866 - 24 FEB 1959)

 

HARRY YEAGER SERVICES THURSDAY

 

   John Henry (Harry) Yeager, 92, of Beaverton, died suddenly at his home on Monday. He was born in Capac on March 4, 1866, and was married to the former Miss Bertha M. McKimmy in Coleman in 1898. A Gladwin County resident for 88 years, Mr. Yeager formerly operated a farm. He was a member of the Beaverton F. & A. Lodge and Order of Railroad Conductors.

     Survivors include his widow Bertha; a daughter Maxine, of Defiance, Ohio; and a son Clare, of Beaverton. A daughter Fay preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Beaverton Church of the Nazarene. The Rev. Allen Cobb will officiate and burial will be in Dale Cemetery under the auspices of the F. & A.M. Lodge. Gladwin County Record dated 02-25/1959 Column - 7 Page - 1

 

ROBERT C. YAGER (18 JAN 1928 - 4 MAY 1947)

 

YOUTH KILLED IN ACCIDENT

 

ROBERT YAGER FATALLY INJURED IN SATURDAY NIGHT CRASH

 

   Robert Clair Yager, 19, of Beaverton township, was fatally injured late Saturday night in an auto and truck crash three miles south of Gladwin on M-18. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Clair Yager and had been employed by his father as a truck driver.

   Riding as a passenger in an automobile, driven by Rex Stockton of Gladwin, he received severe injuries when the car was involved in an accident with a truck driven by John McDonald, of Coleman. Taken to a Saginaw hospital, he died a short time after admittance.

   Stockton was treated for lacerations of the head and legs. The driver of the truck was not injured. Funeral services will be held today at 2 p.m. from the Church of the Brethren, with Rev. E. S. Hollinger officiating. Burial will be made in the Dale cemetery.

   Robert was born January 18, 1928 and had lived all his life in Beaverton and vicinity. In addition to his parents, he is survived by three brothers and three sisters, Jerry, Marlin, James, Ardith, Joanne and Berniece; four grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. George Burr and Mr. and Mrs. Harry Yager, all of Beaverton. Gladwin County Record dated 05-07/1947 Column - 2 Page - 1  

 

RUTH MARIE (MCKIMMY) YAGER (28 MAY 1901 - 3 FEB 1985)

 

Ruth M. Yager, 83, of 110 Knox St., Beaverton, died Sunday, Feb. 3, in W.A. Foote Memorial Hospital Jackson, after a long illness.

     Born in Lenawee County May 28, 1901, she spent most of her life in Beaverton. Mrs. Yager retired as a bank teller at the Gladwin County Bank in 1962. She was a member of the Beaverton Church of the Brethren.

     Surviving are one son, John of Spring Arbor, 2 daughters, Mrs. Patricia Robinson of Jackson and Mrs. Phyllis Causey of Hayward, Calif., one brother, J. Ray McKimmy of Beaverton; 11 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

     Services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. The Rev. Mike Clark will officiate and burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Arrangements are in charge of the Hall Funeral Home. Gladwin County Record dated 02/06/1985 Column - 3 Page - 2

 

LAWRENCE ROBERT YATES (5 DEC 1932 - 10 MARCH 1985)

 

Lawrence Robert Yates, 52, of 1212 Leaman Rd., Hope, died Sunday, March 10, in the Midland Hospital Center after a long illness. Born in Gladwin County Dec. 5, 1932, he moved to Hope a year a half ago from Beaverton. He was a self-employed upholsterer and a veteran of the Korean War. He was married to the former Wilma Saylor Oct. 3, 1958, in Midland.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 4 sons, Lawrence of Clare, Jeffrey of Midland, James of Jacksonville, Fla. and Joel at home; 3 daughters,  Joy, Jody and June at home; his mother, Isabelle Yats of Coleman; 2 brothers, George of Beaverton and James of Coleman; 4 sisters, Edith Wriska of Coleman, Laura Mathis and Alice Bennett of Beaverton and Hope Carnahan.

   Services were held today (Wednesday) at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home Beaverton Chapel. Arthur Munger officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 03-13/1985 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

GEORGE W. YATS (24 JAN 1921 - 24 OCT 1986)

 

George W. Yats, 65 of 4546 Roehrs Rd., Beaverton, died Friday, Oct. 24, in the Midland Hospital Center after an illness of 6 months. Born in Saginaw, Jan. 24. 1921, he had spent his lifetime in the county. He was a master craftsman machinist. Mr. Yats was a veteran of World War II. He was married to the former Ruth Dennings April 23, 1945, in Gladwin.

   Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, Marion of Weidman and Chester with the Navy in Barbers Point, Hawaii; 2 daughters, Mrs. Andy (Carolyn) Anderson of Gladwin and Mrs. Sidney (Janice) Saylor of Beaverton, his mother, Mrs. Isabella Yats of Coleman; one brother, James of Coleman; 4 sisters, Edith Wriska, Alice Bennett, Laura Mathis and Hope Carnahan of Beaverton; 16 grandchildren and one great grandchild. A brother, Lawrence die in 1935.

   Services were held Monday at 1 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton Chapel. The Rev. Arthur Munger officiated and burial was in the Tobacco Township Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-29/1986 Column - 4 Page - 2

 

RUTH A. (DENNINGS) YATS (28 OCT 1927 - 23 MARCH 1996)

 

Ruth A. Yats, 68, of Beaverton, died Saturday, March 23, 1996 at the home of her daughter in Gladwin following a long illness. Born Oct. 28, 1927 in Gladwin, she was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County. Mrs. Yats was a homemaker and also cooked in several local restaurants. The former Ruth Dennings married George Yats April 23, 1945 in Gladwin. He preceded her in death Oct. 24, 1986.

   Surviving are 2 daughters, Carolyn and husband Andy Anderson Gladwin, and Janice Saylor of Sanford; 2 sons, Marion and wife Laura of Beaverton, and Chester of Beaverton; 3 brothers, Lester Dennings of Clare, Clayton Dennings of Gladwin, and Orley Dennings of Midland; one sister, Margaret Seeley of Mt. Pleasant; 16 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 2 brothers and 2 sisters.

   Services were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 26 from the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton chapel. The Rev. Arthur Munger officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery, Tobacco Township. Gladwin County Record dated 04-03/1996 Column - 1 Page - 7

 

BUD L. YOST (9 MARCH 1938 - 22 MARCH 1938)

 

CAROL ANN (WAGAR) YOST (12 DEC 1930 - 29 APRIL 1982)

 

Mrs. Carol Ann Yost, 51, of 468 S. Ross St., Beaverton, died suddenly Thursday, April 29, in the Midland Hospital Center. Born in Saginaw on December 12, 1930, she had spent her lifetime in Gladwin County. She was a former librarian at the Beaverton Branch of the county library and was formerly employed by Brown Machine. Mrs. Yost had been a Girl Scout teacher at the Beaverton United Methodist Church. She was also active in several other community activities. The former Carol Wagar, she was married to D. J. Yost on November 19, 1949, in Beaverton.

   Surviving besides her husband are 2 sons, Daniel and Richard of Beaverton; 2 daughters, Mrs. Larry (Deboria) Silver of Bay City and Mrs. Larry (Kay) Cramer of Beaverton; her mother and step-father, Mr. and Mrs. Jay (Vera) McKimmy of Ludington; her grandmother, Mrs. Queen Glidden of Beaverton; one brother, Donald Wagar of Midland; 2 half-brothers, Charles Wagar of Oregon and William Wagar of Livonia; one half-sister, Orrine Broka of Beaverton and 3 grand-children. Her father Orlen Wagar, preceded her in death.

   Services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. The Rev. Henry List officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 05-05/1982 Column - 6 Page - 2

 

CLYDE R. YOST (6 DEC 1887 - 29 OCT 1968)

 

Services will be held Friday at 2:00 p.m. for Clyde R. Yost, 80, who died at his Beaverton home Tuesday, Oct. 29, after a brief illness. Born in Henry County, Ohio, December 6, 1887, he was an engineer and crane operator in construction work before his retirement. Coming to Gladwin County in 1917, Mr. Yost was married to the former Leona Grant in Saline August 8, 1925. He was a member of the Gladwin County Farm Bureau.

   Surviving him are his wife, Leona; a son, D. J. Yost of Beaverton; a daughter, Mrs. Fay Ann Bay of Clare; two step-sons, Clyde Grant and Claude Grant, of Beaverton, a brother, Floyd of Dorintost, Canada; three sisters, Mrs. Eva Williams of Grand Rapids, Mrs. Ann McClure of Tecumseh, and Mrs. Belva Cornell of Apache Junction, Ariz.

   The services will be at the Hall Funeral Home with the Rev. Charles E. Hilliard officiating. Burial will be in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 10-30/1968 Column - 4 Page - 1  

 

D. LEONE YOST (1907 - ?)

 

JESS C. YOST (1895 - 1925)

 

LYLE J. YOST (4 JUNE 1942 - 12 NOV 1943)

 

YOST BABY DIES AT BAY CITY HOSPITAL

 

   Lyle Yost, 18-months-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Yost, of Beaverton, died November 12 at the hospital in Bay City. Funeral services were held Sunday, November 14, with Elder Willis Schrock officiating. Burial was in the Dale cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 11-17/1943 Column - 7 Page - 4  

 

DEBBY YOUNG (? - 18 MAY 1911)

 

EDWIN R. YOUNG (12 JULY 1914 - 18 FEB 1976)

 

Edward R. Young, 61, of 3315 Wieman Rd., Beaverton, died Wednesday, Feb. 18, at the Clare Nursing Home after a long illness. Born in Highwood on July 12, 1914, he moved back to Gladwin County in 1962. Mr. Young retired from Buick Motors in Flint in 1962, after working there 17 years.

   Surviving are one son, Frederick of Flint, and two brothers, Fred and William both of Beaverton. Rites were held Saturday at 2 p.m from the Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton. Daniel Weir officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 02-25/1976 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

JUANITA YOUNG (29 AUG 1907 - 29 JULY 1977)

 

Juanita Young, 69, of 1119 Riverside Dr., Beaverton, died Friday, July 29, in the Midland Hospital after a long illness. Born in Glendale, Ky., on August 29, 1907, she moved to Gladwin County in May 1966 from Detroit. The former Juanita Richards, she was married to Hubert Young on Septmeber 22, 1940, in Iowa. Besides her husband, she is survived by her mother, Mrs. Oleta Richards of Gladwin; one son, Bruce Smith of Denver, Colo; one daughter Mrs. Donald (Made MacIntyre of Beaverton; one sister, Mrs. Madge Huston of Eltoro, Calif.; one brother, John of Lansing; and 5 grandchildren. Services were held Saturday at 4 p.m. from the Mathews Funeral Home. The Rev. Carter Miller officiated and burial was in the Dale Cemetery. Gladwin County Record dated 08-03/1977 Column - 5 Page - 2

 

WILLIAM WALLACE YOUNG (16 AUG 1912 - 11 OCT 1988)

 

William Wallace Young, 76, of Gladwin, died Tuesday, Oct. 11, in Saginaw VA Medical Center. He was born in Billings Township, Aug. 16, 1912. Mr. Young served in the Army during World War II and was a member of the Gladwin County VFW Post 7303. He was a retired farmer and highway construction employee. Services are incomplete and in charge of the Hall Funeral Home, Gladwin Chapel. Gladwin County Record dated 10-12/1988 Column - 2 Page - 2