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Obituaries
Only obituaries of FHS Alumni, Classmates and Teachers are printed.
JOSEPH G. BRAEKEVELT, Classmate and Friend of Class of 1949, died on March 10,2002,
He is survived by his wife, Joan; by his children, Therese (David) Tyckoski, Karen (Patrick)
Krease, David, Catherine (Kenneth) Chapin, and Mark (Valerie); his brothers, Marvin (Class
of 1953), Leslie (Class of 1961), and Thomas (Class of 1965); and six grandchildren.
MICHAEL J. BRZOSKA SR., Class of 1958, died suddenly on July 16,2001. He is survived
by his children, Michael Jr., Shelley (Bob) Roose and Kay (Bud) Becker; and his sisters,
Carol (Class of 1962) and Karen Brzoska. He was the proud grandfather ot eight grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his wife, Nancy. Mike was the owner of Chardam Gear
Company.
ELMER (RED) G. DEVOOGD, Class of 1950, died January 27,2002. Elmer served in the
U.S. Army during the Korean War. He is survived by his wife, Avis: his children, Sharon
(Lou) Garofano, Karen Atkinson, David (Meg) and Craig (Diane); his sister, Carol Hurlong
(Class of 1956); brothers, Thomas (Class of 1961) and Gerald (Class of 1953); and seven
grandchildren. He was predeceased by his brother, Sumner "Sy" (Class of 1947).
EVELYN 'EBERLEIN' IMHOFF, Class of 1943, died March 3, 2002 in Fraser Villa Nursing
Center. Evelyn was an active member of the FHS 25+ Alumni Club for a number of years,
and served as her class representative. She is survived by her daughters, Antoinette (Class
of 1966), and Ruth (Larry) Gibala (Class of 1975), her son, Daniel (Class of 1969). and her
grandchildren, Kelly and Karen Gibala. She was predeceased by her husband of forty eight
years, Aloysius 'Red' Imhoff.
GLENN K. LANDENBERGER, Class of 1971 died unexpectedly August 23,2000 due to
complications from diabetes. Glenn was a former employee of the Fraser Public Schools. He is
greatly missed by his family and friends.
JOSEPH MAGYAR, Class of 1955, died September 17, 2001. He is survived by his children,
Mary Harokopus, Sue Ingrao, Joanne lanitello and Denise Mirabella; his brother, Lewis;
and his sister, Lucy.
CARL 'TEEKO' MICHAYLUK, Class of 1958. died February 16,2002. He is survived by his
wife, Cathy; his children Carl, Christopher (Kathy), Craig (Joy); his brother, Michael (Class
of 1974) (Vicki); and sisters, Patricia Kollmorgen (Class of 1954) (Al), Carol Wancket (Class
of 1956) (Marcel), Mary (Ed) Nelson, Shelly Piper (Class of 1971), and Nancy (Mark) Best.
He is also survived by seven grandchildren, twenty six nieces and nephews, and twenty
four great nieces and nephews.
BEVERLY 'MORGAN' SALTERS, Class of 1959, died on April 7,2002. She is survived by her
children, David, Dean, Daniel, Darwin and Darlene 'Sailers' Neal: her brother, Joseph Morgan
(Class of 1960) and her mother.
JAMES NICOLAI, Class of 1960, died suddenly on September 18, 2001, while visiting his
mother in Arizona. Jim retired in 1997, after thirty six years as a court clerk with the
Macomb County Circuit Court. He is survived by his wife, Wendy; mother, Helen; brothers
Thomas (Class of 1961), Richard (Class of 1965) (Diann) and Paul (Class of 1968) and his
sister, Joy Saelens (Class of 1972) (Raymond). He was predeceased by his father, Richard.
DAVID PATERSON, Class of 1962, died on March 7,2002. He is survived by his wife, Mary;
and children, John Pigloski, Theresa Wood, Joe Price, and Jerry Pigloski. David retired
from the Fraser School District after thirty years in maintenance and operations. For many
years, David donated his time to the Alumni Club, by providing the sound system at the
annual picnics.
FRANK PIWKO, Class of 1957. No additional information was available.
CAROL 'BALCH' ROMATZ, Class of 1960, died on June 24,2001. She is survived by her
brothers, Rex (Class of 1959), and Robert (Class of 1967); and her sister Sharon 'Balch'
Osborne (Class of 1963).
DONALD J. SEIFERLEIN, Class of 1952, died on April 8,2002. He had worked for thirty five
years in the Clintondale Community Schools, as a teacher, a coach, a prinicipal; and retiring
in 1996 as deputy superintendent. He is survived by his wife, Joan; his children Jeffrey
(Amy) and Julie (John) Nank; his granddaughter Mary Shelley Nank; and his mother, Dorothy
Seiferlein Ward. He was predeceased by his brother, George (Class of 1948).
MARYANNE 'SCHULTHEIS' INGRAO, Class of 1961, died Memorial Day weekend 2002.
Funeral arrangements were handled in California.
ADDED July 8, 2002
LYLE L ROBERTS, Jr., Class of 1961, Born May 10, 1943, died October 16, 2001. Age 58.
Beloved husband of Susan. Dear father of Mark (Charlene), Kellie (Mark) Johns and Kristie
(Thomas) Nanni. Grandfather of Sara Marie Johns. Brother of Lynn (Mickey) Roy. Funeral
(was held) at the Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield, Fraser. Burial at Resurrection
Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the American Heart Association would be appreciated.
Source: Social Security Administration and the Detroit Free Press
JOHN ULENBURG, class of 1933, Born 1914, passed away February 2, 2002 at the age of
88 years.
ADDED August 8, 2002
VIRGINIA ROSE MILLER, 74, Class of 1946, a resident of Fraser since 1943, died Tuesday,
Aug. 6, 2002, at her home. She was born Aug. 9, 1927, in Highland Park.
Mrs. Miller was a graduate of Fraser High School and attended Michigan State University. She
was a teacher at Greater Gratiot Elementary School for a short time. She was a member of the
Zion Grace Women's Guild, Women's Fellowship and Craft Ladies and was a Turning Point advocate.
She was also past president of the Fraser Fine Arts Association and an avid reader and painter.
Relatives said she dedicated her life to her family and will be deeply missed by many.
She is survived by her children, Melanie (Dr. William) Nyman of Florida, Julie Krutsch of
Roseville and Owen Alexander Miller of Clinton Township; grandchildren, Alexander, Erica,
Michael and Heather; and brother, Alexander (Marie) Toth. She was predeceased by her husband,
Owen on Oct. 21, 1998; and parents, Alexander and Julia (Fehr) Toth. A guest book is available
at http://www.legacy.com.
JANET SOMMERVILLE-TRUAX-SCHUMAKER, Class of 1954, died on August 3,
2002. Janet was very active in community affairs. She was formerly
deputy supervisor for Clinton Township, member of the Chippewa Valley
Board of Education, Clinton Twp Goodfellows, Girl Scouts of Macomb
County-Osikita Council, Mt. Clemens Jaycee Auxiliary, Boy Scouts of
America and Macomb County Democrats. She was also a volunteer at Macomb
Community College and the Center for the Performing Arts. She is
survived by her husband, Walter, sons, John and Jim Truax, and daughter, Jennifer Beck.
WISNIEWSKI, DENNIS C. Class of 1962; age 57; of Commerce; died April 5, 2002; beloved
son of Irene and the late Chester; brother of Cheryl (John)
Beauregard (Class of 1964) and Randy (Shelly); uncle of Michael and Mark Nucci and Jason, Kyle
and Randi Lynn Wisniewski. Retired from Pontiac Motors in
1999. A Funeral Mass was held at St. Patrick Catholic Church, White Lake.
ADDED October, 2002
BEATRICE JEAN (OPEL) MYERS. Beatrice Jean (Opel) Myers, age 78, class
of 1941, a resident of Lake Montezuma, Arizona, died October 2, 2002
in Phoenix. Bea was born in Detroit, Michigan on October 23, 1923 to Oscar and Cassie Opel
and graduated from Fraser High School in 1941. She married Laban (Lou) Myers in 1943 and
had two daughters. The family moved to Phoenix, Arizona in 1956 where they lived for over
20 years before retiring to Lake Montezuma in 1976. She was preceded in death by her parents
and husband. Bea is survived by daughters Janice Goerke (Chuck) and Leslie Young (Jeff);
grandchildren, Marissa Smith (Toby), Jarron Young, Leanne Young; great grandchildren,
Taylor and Dillon Smith; sister Marian Hopkins (Richard) , Minnesota; numerous nieces and
nephews and her many friends. Cremains will be interred at the Veterans Memorial Cemetery
in Phoenix. In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials be made to the Montezuma
Rim Rock Fire District, 3240 E. Beaver Creek Road, Rim Rock, AZ 86335.
ADDED February, 2003
LAWRENCE J. CROSSEN, FHS teacher, 72, of St. Clair, died Thursday, Jan. 16, 2003.
He was born July 19, 1930, in Detroit. Mr. Crossen served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the
Korean War and was a member of the "Chosen Few" Unit. He graduated from the University
of Detroit and was head of the science department at Fraser High School, where he
taught for many years. He also worked as an adviser to Macomb Intermediate School
District and was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in St. Clair. He is survived
by his sisters, Loretta McCauley, Carolyn Pohl and Jeanice (Russell) Mangiapane;
and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Deacon Thomas (Ann)
Crossen; and brothers-in-law, Edward D. McCauley and Mark O. Pohl.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary's School, 800 Orchard, St., St. Clair MI.
DALE EDWARD HEBERLEIN, 56, (Class of 1964) of Fredericksburg, Va., died Monday,
Feb. 17, 2003, at Mary Washington Hospital in Virginia.
Mr. Heberlein retired from the U.S. Marine Corps in 1992 after 24 years of service and
was currently employed as a consultant with MKI Systems in Dumfries, Va.
He was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church, where he was an elder and Sunday school
teacher, and was serving on several committees. He was also a member of the Marine Corps
Association and the National Rifle Association.
He is survived by his wife, Sharon J. (Falk) Heberlein (Class of 1965); daughters,
Shelley (Stephen) Richardson and Susan (Jason) Biscamp, both of Fredericksburg; mother,
Helen Lindemann of Plantation, Fla.; brothers, John Mittelstedt of Fraser and Joseph Kiss
of Wyandotte; sister, Nancy Ehrke of Fraser; granddaughter, Stephanie Biscamp of
Fredericksburg; and grandsons, Derek and Jacob Richardson, both of Fredericksburg.
ARTHUR W. ROSTECK, 68, Class of 1952, of Clinton Township and a lifelong
resident of Macomb County, died Sunday, Feb. 2, 2003, at Mount Clemens General
Hospital. He was born June 2, 1934, in Detroit. Mr. Rosteck is survived by his
wife, Doreen; children, Arthur Arden Rosteck and Patricia (Jeffrey) Jankowski;
grandson, Kurt Hewer Rosteck; two brothers; and a sister.
PETER RINGLER Class of 1943 - no further info available.
JANE (HUDASKI) PALAVAARA Class of 1964, killed in auto accident in
Calumet, Mi, no further details.
ADDED April, 2003
SUSAN (ENGEL) RICHARDS Class of 1967,Passed away of a brain tumor around Christmas
2002 in Alexandria Virginia. Survived by her husband Bob, daughter Meredith, Mom & Dad,
and brothers Fred and Dan (both FHS graduates). Graduated from University of Michigan,
worked for Disney, NASA, Federal Government, TV news, and finally at Intel. Proud
Mom of talented Meredith who attends Interlochen in the summer.
DANIEL IMHOFF, (Class of 1969) 52, a 32-year resident of Kalamazoo, formerly of Fraser,
died Monday, April 14, 2003, at his home. He was born March 3, 1951, in Mount Clemens.
Mr. Imhoff was a 1969 graduate of Fraser High School, attended GMI and graduated from
Western Michigan University. Employed as an automotive engineer, he enjoyed fishing,
bowling, golfing and car racing. "He was a kind and caring person who always offered a
helping hand to others," a family member said. "He will be deeply missed by the many he
has touched in his lifetime." He is survived by his sisters, Antoinette Imhoff ( Class of
1966) and Ruth (Class of 1966) (Larry) Gibala; and nieces, Kelly and Karen Gibala.
He was predeceased by his parents, Red and Evelyn Imhoff.
CARMELLA 'SAPUTO' FRANSEE, Class of 1948, died September 17, 2002. Survived by
her husband, Jerry; sister, Laura Riddle Saputo; and brothers, Nick Saputo and Sam Saputo.
ARTHUR W. ROSTECK, 68, Class of 1952, of Clinton Township and a lifelong resident of Macomb
County, died Sunday, Feb. 2, 2003, at Mount Clemens General Hospital. He was born June 2,
1934, in Detroit. Mr. Rosteck is survived by his wife, Doreen; children, Arthur Arden
Rosteck and Patricia (Jeffrey) Jankowski; grandson, Kurt Hewer Rosteck; two brothers;
and a sister.
ADDED May 1, 2003
NEIL FOSTER, Class of 1955, 66, of Houghton Lake, died Wednesday, April 23, 2003, in
Houghton Lake. He was born Nov. 23, 1936, in Eastpointe. Mr. Foster was a co-owner of the
Spruce Inn for many years, and one of the original founding members of the Wertz Warriors
Snowmobile Endurance Ride. He organized many activities throughout the year to raise money
for the
Michigan Special Olympics. He was a member of the Houghton Lake Moose Lodge and the Amvets
in Mesick. He traveled across the country as a member of the All-Army Rifle Team, receiving
numerous awards and decorations for his marksmanship skills. He enjoyed hunting, golf, playing
cards and spending time with his family. "We all loved him dearly, and he will be forever in
our hearts," a family member said.
He is survived by his daughter, Mary (Gary) Hardy; son, Don (Cindy); brothers, Jim (Class of
1950), Chuck (Class of 1957) (Linda), Mike (Class of 1959) (Judy) and Rick (Class of 1962)
(Johnnie); sister, Nancy (Class of 1953) Jolly; grandchildren, Christine, Kelly, Kimberly and
Daniel; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Shirley (nee Allard);
sister, Joan; brothers, David and Dennis Daly; and parents, James and Margaret (Hamilton).
ADDED June 13, 2003
Dr. RALPH E. KRETSCHMANN, 56 (class of 1965) died Sunday, June 8, 2003, at Port Huron
Hospital. He was born April 9, 1947, in Highland Park.
Dr. Kretschmann was a graduate of Fraser High School, where he graduated with honors, and an
1968 graduate of Sherwood Music School in Chicago. Relatives said he was a talented musician
who played piano and organ. He made the decision to not play professionally because he was
more concerned with the fulfillment that comes with helping people than the personal fame
that goes hand in hand with music, family members said.
He was also a graduate of Oakland University and the University of Detroit Mercy School of
Dentistry, where he received the radiodontic award. He was a professor at the University of
Detroit for four years teaching dentistry while establishing his private practice in Yale.
His practice was established in 1972 and maintained for 27 years. He continued to share his
love of music by teaching with Grinnell Brothers and by giving private organ lessons.
He was member of the Michigan Dental Association, past president of the Thumb District
Dental Society, the Yale School Board and the Yale Lions Club. He was a member of the Masonic
Brockway Lodge 316 and coached Little League baseball in his spare time.
He is survived by his wife, Kathy; children, Heather (Jamie) Burnell, Aaron Kretschmann,
Kim (Dave) Wakeham and Drew (Andrea) Kerswell; daughter-in-law Lori Kerswell; grandchildren
David and Heidi Wakeham, Caitlyn and Owen Kerswell, Karleena and Alexandra Kerswell; sister,
Marilyn Hall; special friends, Lance Kollmorgan and Dennis Roy; many nieces, nephews and other
family members. He was predeceased by his parents, Edwin and Dorothy (Gruenwald) Kretschmann;
mother-in-law, Elizabeth Kane; son, Christian Kerswell; and brother-in-law, Robert Hall.
ADDED June 21, 2003
LORNE ARNOLD (Class of 1939) died in May of 2003, in Indiana, of prostrate cancer. He left
behind his wife Virginia, son Brian, daughters Martha and Elaine and grandchildren.
MIKE MUSU (Class of 1973), no further info available
CATHLEEN ROSSI, (class of 1965) 55, of Macomb Township, died Saturday, June 14, 2003, at her
home. She was born Aug. 2, 1947, in Detroit.
Mrs. Rossi retired in June 2000 after 31 years of employment as a teacher for East Detroit
Public Schools.
She is survived by her husband, Ned A. Lutz; stepson, Kirk Lutz; siblings, Michael (Helen),
Larry (Luanne), Thomas (Carol) and Ron (Nancy) Rossi; and nieces and nephews,
Alison, Michael, Adam, Kevin and Christopher.
As per Cathy's wishes, after the cemetery, a party was held, with all welcome.
ADDED NOVEMBER 13, 2003
BETTY LOU WENDZELL, 62, (Class of 1958) of Manhattan NY died Nov. 7, 2003 in Shelby Twp. She was born Dec. 14, 1940 in Detroit. She was employed as a systems architect in computers. She is survived by her sister, Janet Miller; father, WIllima Wendzell; nephew, Bob Miller, great hiece, Enna DiDio and close frined Lynn Arthur. A celebration of Ms. Wendzell's life was held at a luncheon at Ernie's in Clinton Twp. Memorial contributions may be addressed to Barbara Kamanos Cancer Institute.
RUTH ANN OPLINGER-PENZAK (Class of 1960), passed away on April 12, 2003 in Inverness Florida. She was born December 14, 1942. Ms. Penzak was employed as a dietary cook at a nursing home. She was very active in the community assisting and offering transportation to elderly
disabled senior citizens. She is survived by her brother Clarence George Oplinger of Floral CIty, FL.
KIM GATWARD-DOPP (Class of 1974) died on Aug. 9, 2003. She is survived by her children, William, Carolyn, Leah and Matthew, parents George and Jean Richardson, brothers, Jim, Terry, Jimmy BIll and Patrick Richardson, sisters, Karen Selenich, Debbie DiMaggio, Kathy Murdock, Krystin Pierfelice and Kerri Buraczewski. She was predeceased by her father, Albert and brother Georgie Richardson.
GAYLE GRIFFIN-BURNS (Class of 1972), a 15 year resident of Chesterfield, died Nov. 5, 2003 in Chesterfield. She was born Oct. 1, 1953 in Detroit. Mrs. Burns was employed as a secretary for three years at St. Joseph's Mercy of Macomb hospital, Clinton Twp. A Fraser High School graduate, she was a member of Grace United Methodist Church in Chesterfield. She is survived by her son, Joshua and parents Marlin and Shirley Griffin all of Chesterfield. She was predeceased by her husband, Richard Burns. The funeral service was held at Gendernalik Funeral Home in New Baltimore. Burial at White Chapel Cemetery, Troy. Memorial contributions may be sent to Grace United Methodist CHurch, 49655 Jefferson, Chesterfield, MI 48047.
ADDED JANUARY 22, 2004
MARK LANGE, Class of 75, died serving our country as a Lt. in the United States Navy on December 4,1983 at the age of 26. He was an A-6E Intruder pilot with Attack Squadron 85. The squadron was embarked on the John F. Kennedy in the eastern Mediterranean Sea in support of the U.S. peacekeeping mission to Lebanon when his ill-fated mission occurred. Mark's A-6E was shot down over central Lebanon during a bombing raid--in retaliation for hostile ground fire directed at U.S. reconnaissance flights over the area.
ADDED FEBRUARY 24, 2004
MARK 'DOC' ANDREWS, (Class of 1970) a veteran Detroit-area sportscaster and motivational speaker also known for his impressions and knowledge of television trivia,
died Saturday, February 21, 2004, of colon cancer. He was 51.
Andrews was the sports director for the 'Dick Purtan & Purtan's People' show on WOMC for 20 years. In addition, Andrews did play-by-play for the Detroit Pistons, U
of M and Michigan State hockey, U of D Mercy basketball and others. He had a side career as a motivational speaker with clients including Ford Motor Co., General
Motors, Domino's Pizza and others.
He is survived by his wife, Amy; son Edward; daughter, Hollis and stepdaughter, Alicia.
A memorial service was held at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Grosse Pointe Farms.
ADDED MARCH 19, 2004
ROY OSCAR STUMPF (Class of 1949) 73, Houghton Lake, died at Grayling Mercy Hospital March 16, 2004. Mr. Stumpf was born in Fraser Jan. 18, 1931, to George R. and Alvina (Schneider) Stumpf. He moved from Madison Heights to Houghton Lake 17 years ago.
He and Betty Wilkinson were married Sept. 22, 1973, in Fraser. Retired from General Motors, he had worked as an engineer. Mr. Stumpf was a life member of the VFW and Masonic Lodge, both in Roseville, a member of Houghton Lake Elks, and an avid member of the Sportsman Club. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War.
Surviving Mr. Stumpf are his wife, Betty Stumpf of Houghton Lake; three sons, Craig and his wife Victoria Stumpf of Bloomfield Hills, Brian and his wife Elizabeth Stumpf of Fraser and Scott and his wife Patti Stumpf of Clinton Township; daughter, Patrice and husband Larry Husken of Macomb Township; two step-sons, Kenneth and his wife Fran Thiel of Warren and David and his wife Donna Thiel of Marlette; brother, George and his wife Vickie Stumpf of Washington; and 14 grandchildren.
Memorial donations may be made to the Elks.
CAROL A. 'SPEARMAN' PETOFF, Class of 1961, died on January 13, 2004 in William Beaumont Hospital, Troy.
Carol is survived by her husband Dennis, sons, Todd (Lula), Sean (Cindy) Ryan and Randy (Danijela), father, Robert Spearman, sister Nancy (George) Updike and five grandchildren. She
was preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy and her son, Dennis. Burial was in White Chapel Cemetery, Troy.
ADDED MARCH 31, 2004
JEFFREY A KOHN (Class of 1977) Age 44, died March 23, 2004.
Loving son of Robert and the late June. Dearest brother of Debra Kohn. Mr. Kohn was a
cabinet maker and owner of Jeff's Cabinets for 15 years. Also worked nine years at the Meijer store at Utica and 15 Mile. Donations preferred to The Barbara
Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute.
ADDED APRIL 3, 2004
VIRGINIA HORANEY-CALDWELL (Class of 1937) born Jan. 2, 1919 went to be with the Lord on March 22, 2004. She is survived by her children, Barbara Lee Sides,
Lewis G. Caldwell Jr., Patti Ann Caldwell-Duncan, George Joseph Caldwell, 9 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Also survived by sisters-in-law Janice
Spiegelberg of Neenah, WI and Una Caldwell of Detroit, MI. She was preceded by her husband of 55 years, Lewis Gibson Caldwell.
Virginia was born in E. St. Louis, IL to George Horaney and Ether Gibson. After raising the family and working in Dearborn Michigan, Virginia and Lew retired to
Desert Pueblo Mobile Home Park in Tucson, AZ.
ADDED APRIL 9, 2004
HENRY H. 'HANK' HUETTER (Class of 1948) aged 74, a resident of Clinton Twp., MI passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2003, in his home.
He was born July 20, 1929 in Clinton Twp. to the late Frank and Elsie Heisler Huetter.
On February 25, 1956 in Mt. Clemens, Michigan he was united in marriage to the former Catherine B. Miller. Together they celebrated their 47th wedding
anniversay.
Mr. Huetter was a tool maker and was employed at various shops, most recently at I & G Tool co. in New baltimore. Hank, as he was best known as to
family and friends, was a loving and devoted family man who enjoyed going to antique shows with his wife and working in his basement workshop. If it
could be built, Henry could do it. He will be remembered as a person generous with his time and knowledge, always ready to give a helping hand to
friend or stranger. He was member of the Model Engine Collectors Association. His interests also included machining and antique toy shows.
Hank will be missed by his wife Catherine, son Mark (Tina) Huetter of Fraser, and his two grandchildren Marc and Isabella, along with many other family
members and friends.
Memorials may be sent to Leader Dogs for the Blind, Box 5000, Richester, MI 48308
ADDED APRIL 17, 2004
JOSEPH MELVIN (Friend of Class of 1971) formerly of Fraser, died Friday, April 2, 2004
in Houston Texas. He was born march 9, 1953 in Detoit.
He is survived by his mother, Grace Melvin St. Denis of Kalkaska, brother John Melvin of
Fraser, sisters Joanne Melvin Baker of Roseville, Mary Melvin Fell of China Township,
Elezabeth St. Denis Borek of Memphis and Jeanette St. Deis Drydenof Niles. He was
predeceased by his father John P.Melvin.
A memorial service will be announced at a later date.
ADDED APRIL 30, 2004
RANDALL 'RANDY' E. LINEBACH (Class of 1973) of Washington, MI and a life long resident of Macomb County died Friday, April 23, 2004 in Biloxi, MS. He was born Jan.
28, 1955 in Mt. Clemens.
He died when his 42 foot Catamaran, the Airborne Big Thunder, flipped in the Mississippi Sound before the debut race of the newly formed Offshore Super Series
Powerboat Association. He had raced competitively with the American Power Boat Assoication and OSS Power Boating Associations since 1994.
He is survived by his children Jerrid (Michelle) and Leah; grandchildren, Taylor and Jacob; parents, Ferdinand Linebach and Gladys Wells; siblings, Ruthann, Rose,
Rhonda, Robin, Rick and their spouses.
ADDED JULY 24, 2004
JERRY CHIDDISTER, 43, (Class of 1979) died Thursday June 10, 2004 in Warren. He was born March 24, 1961, in LeGrange, IN.
He is survived by his wife Paola; children, Brandon, Biance, Christine and Sharron; father, Jerry (Kathy); mother-in-law Delia Colorite;
grandchildren Kyla, Jessica, Kaitlyn, and Derick Chiddister.
ADDED NOVEMBER 03, 2004
Terrance (Terry) Jacob Romatz, 54, a longtime Fraser resident, died Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2004, in his home. He was born Dec. 5, 1949, in Mount Clemens.
Mr. Romatz, a 1968 Fraser High School graduate, worked for Sears and also was a self-employed house cleaner. Relatives said his hobby was yard work.
He is survived by his brothers, Ronald (Class of 1954) (Shirley) Bemke, Kenneth (Class of 1955) (Carole) Bemke and Richard Daryl (Class of 1960) (Gloria) Romatz; 10
nieces and nephews; and many great-nieces and -nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Eleanor R. (nee Wojnowski) Romatz.
ADDED JANUARY 21, 2005
Pastor Richard Krage, 68 (Class of 1954), of the Pittsford, MI area, died Feb. 9, 2004. He was born Nov. 19, 1936.
Through his faith, he established Freedom Farm Christian School and Freedom Farm Bible College. His father, Harevy Sr., went to help with the
non-denominational church and home for children - those who were abandoned, orphaned, or otherwise homeless.
He is survived by his wife, Marilyn and sister-in-law Mary.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Harvey W. Sr. and Dorothy M. (Kruse), his brother Harvey W. Krage, Jr.
Harvey W. Krage, Jr., 70 (Class of 1951) of Chardon, Ohio, died Aug. 28, 2004 at Geauga Regional Hospital. He was born Dec. 1, 1933 in Fisherville, Ontario, Canada.
He was an electrical engineer, retiring in 1998, from General Electric after 35 years. He was a member of Aquilla Bible Chapel.
He is survived by his wife, Mary (Blake) Krage; sons, Harvey, Andrew and Daniel; daughters, Karren, Katherine, Rachel and Sarah; granddaughter Dallas; brothers, Fred
(Susie) and Mark (Grey); sister-in-law Marilyn and 18 nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Harvey W. Sr. and Dorothy M (Kruse) Krage and brother, Richard N. Krage.
ADDED MARCH 09, 2005
Pamela S. Klein, 49, (Class of 1973) public relations executive and former business editor of The Indianapolis Star, died March 5, 2005, of complications from cancer.
She worked 20 years for several newspapers and was hired by The Star in 1992, rising quickly to become its assistant managing editor for business coverage. She left the paper
in 1997 to work for Hetrick Communications, the city's largest public relations firm, founded by her husband, Bruce K. Hetrick. Klein was the firm's vice president and chief
operating officer.
Even as a child that she knew she wanted to be a reporter. Growing up in Fraser, MI, she often hid under the covers with a flashlight so she could read when she was supposed
to be sleeping, her husband said. Unlike most other children, however, she wasn't sneaking peaks at comic books -- she was reading the newspaper.
That love took her to Central Michigan University, where she studied journalism and worked on the college newspaper before graduating in 1977. The faculty adviser to the
Central Michigan Life praised her energy and positive attitude.
"Every newspaper, every staff has a cheerleader. She was the spark plug, the motivator, the person who got people excited," said associate journalism professor Jim Wojcik.
Described as a quiet leader who preferred for others to be in the spotlight, Klein inspired myriad reporters, who sought her counsel years after they worked together.
Klein worked for newspapers in Michigan and Massachusetts and, eventually, Connecticut. There, while at The Hartford Courant, she worked as a business reporter and wrote a
column on marketing.
While doing a story on a local ad agency, she met Hetrick, who worked there. Their marriage in 1991 would change her life in many ways. Hetrick was divorced; he and his ex-
wife had twin sons. When his ex-wife moved to Fort Wayne, Hetrick said, he soon wore himself out making regular trips to see them.
"Pam said, 'I think we need to move closer to the boys,' " Hetrick recalled Saturday. They checked out several Midwestern cities and settled on Indianapolis, intending to move as
soon as they could find jobs. The final omen, her husband said, came during a day at the races. They bet $2 on a horse called "Give Notice" -- a long shot that came from behind
to win.
Klein was hired as a reporter on the Star's state desk in 1992, with Waller's strong recommendation. Walller called The Star's managing editor, Frank Caperton, and told him,
"You would be nuts not to hire her." Caperton did, and within a year, Klein was running The Star's business desk.
"Pam took over the business desk with some major improvements in mind and did an outstanding job in executing them," recalled Malcolm Applegate, former general manager
for Indianapolis Newspapers, which at the time published The Star and an afternoon paper, The Indianapolis News. "She was an excellent leader."
Klein also did freelance writing for other publications, including the Chicago Tribune, Newsweek and Indianapolis Monthly magazine. Her work had won many awards, and she
twice was a finalist for Northwestern University's Gerald Loeb Award for Distinguished Business and Financial Journalism.
Survivors include her husband; stepsons Austin T. and Zachary A. Hetrick; parents Ken and Jean Klein; sisters Carrie L. and Denise A. Klein.
ADDED APRIL 19, 2005
Betty 'Diener' Kraft (Class of 1947), of Macomb Township, died peacefully surrounded by the love of her family on Friday, April 8, 2005 in Shelby Township. She was born June 20,
1929 in Detroit.
Mrs. Kraft was united in marriage to her husband Raymond Whitey' Kraft on Oct. 21., 1950 in Zion Grace Church of Fraser. They first lived in Sterling Heights for 35 years before
moving to Macomb Township in 1996.
She worked as a secretary for a veterinarian's office for many years and was very involved with Hope United Church of Chris (Zion Grace), where she was a member most of her
life. Relatives said she loved to sing, was a member of the church choir and a member of the Sweet Adelines. She also had a wonderful artistic ability demonstrated through
painting, sewing, scrapbooking and greeting cards. She also enjoyed working on the computer. Family members said they will remember her most for her beautiful smile, kind
heart and the love she showed. They described her as a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend who will be deeply missed.
She is survived by her daughter Kandice (Frank) Cappello and Kristy (Ray 111) Lammens; grandsons, stepsister, sister-in-law and brother-in-law. She was predeceased by her husband, Raymond 'Whitey' and in-laws Esther Lee and Norman Kraft.
Roger K. Jennings, (Class of 1962) died Sunday, April 20, 2005, in Mt. Clemens General Hospital. He was born March 30, 1944 in Detroit.
Mr. Jennings was a lifelong resident of Macomb County. He worked in the tool and die trade for 42 years. Relatives described him as a devotee family man.
He is survived by his wife of more than 39 years, Pam; children, Jill Clouthier and Jen Jennings; 1 grandchild, siblings and many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents, Dale and Mina Jennings.
ADDED May 21, 2005
Martha Ann 'Jacob' Witt (Class of 1950) of Clinton Township, former longtime Fraser resident, died July 28, 2004. She was born Feb. 24, 1931, in Detroit.
She moved to Clinton Township after her husband's death (on Nove. 18, 1997), after 47 years of marriage. She was an avid reader who enjoyed crochet, ceramics and puzzles. Relatives described her as a giving woman who had a keen sense of humor.
She is survived by her chldren Wendy (Class of 1970) (Ted) Mydlo, Susan (Class of 1972) (Charles) Sears, Michelle Witt (Class of 1975) and Steven (Jill) Witt; Grandchildren, Erica (Aaron) Conley, Sarah (Russell) Murray, Megan, Jacob, Hallie, Timothy and Caryn Great grandchildren, Devan, Fiona, Russell, Finnegan and Ethan; siblings Anna Winkleman, Betty Brooks and Walter Miat.
Kathryn 'Bowman' True, (Class of 1979) 43, of St. Clair Shores, died Friday, June 11, 2004, in Harper Hospital, Detroit. She was born Jan. 19, 1961, in Detroit.
Mrs. True had graduated from Fraser High School and earned an associate's degree from Macomb Community College in 1983.
She is survived by her son, Tyler; siblings, Carrie Hull, Patty Deneau, Tom Bowman and Sue Wojciechowski; siblings-in-law, Chris, Penny, Mike, Dee and Richard, Karen, Gary and Kim; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. She waspredeceased by her parents, Tom and Grances Bowman.
Philip Tocco (Teacher), 70, of Warren, died Monday, May 20, 2002 in Wm. Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak. He was born Feb. 16, 1932, in Detroit.
Mr. Tocco owned and operated Filippo's Catering in Eastpointe from 1972 to 1993, along with a restaurant in Fraser. He was a culinary arts teacher at Fraser High School.
He attended Marquette University in Milwaukee and served four years in the US Air Force during the Korean War, where he attained the rank of Staff sergeant.
Relatives said he was an avid gardener and gourmet chef who handled thousands of weddings funerals. He enjoyed nature, classical music, the arts and spending time with his grandchildren.
Mr. Tocco is Survived by his wife, Better 'Torres' Tocco; daughters, Janie Tocco of Warren and LeAnn French of Sterling Heights; sons, Gregory (Ann) of Eastpointe and Philip, Jr. of Warren; brothers, Joseph, F. Paul, John, Sam, the Rev. Monsignor Anthony, pastor of St. Hugo of the Hills Church, and James, a renowned concert pianist; sister, Eleanor Tocco and Frances Shafer; and grandchildren, Anthony Daniels, Michael and Joseph Tocco and Ethan and Maria French. He was predeceased by his siblings, Dorothy Crimando, Rosemary Bullo and Bill Tocco.
Muriel (Bea) 'Fillmore' Porter, 69, of Midland, formerly of Gladwin, died Tuesday, May 3, 2005, in Mid Michigan Medical Center, Midland. She was born Sept. 30, 1935, in Fraser.
Mrs. Porter maried John Porter on Aug. 5, 1955, in Mt. Clemens. The couple lived in Gladwin from 1947 to 1983, then moved to Midland. She was an elementary school and Sunday school teacher in Warren, and a homemaker for her three children. She enjoyed painting, gardening and spending time with her grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband, John of Midland; children, Kimrea Muma of Sanford, Karre (Mark) Ballard of Gladwin and Kraig (Kami) Porter of Coleman; grandchildren, Marea and Rodney Trotter, Hunter and Forrest Jacobs, Ashlyn Hill, Patrick and Jared Porter and Jenna, Jonathon and Rebecca Ballard; and great grandson, Caeven Trotter.
She was predeceased by her parents, Bill and Helen 'Keyte' Fillmore; and bothers, Donald and Ronald Fillmore.
Mark Kalousdian (Class of 1973), of Clinton Township, died Aug. 10, 2004, in his home. He was born July 8, 1955, in Warren.
A lifelong Macomb Country resident, he was employed as an engineer in the automotive industry. He coached in recreational leagues for baseball, football and basketball, since 1976, and was past president of the Fraser High School Athletic Booster Club.
Survived by his wife of 25 years, Deborah 'Campbell' Kalousdian; sons, Justin, Kyle and William; parents, John and Dolores Kalousdian; parents-in-law, Don & Georgina Campbell; sibling Kelly Kalousdian; siblings-in-law, Don (Paula) Campbell, Dan (Christine) Campbell, Donna (Tom) Seales, Diane (Kip) Williams and Mary Ann (Greg) Rivers.
Jancie 'Palmer' Kalm (Class of 1957) , 65, a 16 year resident of Bruce Township, died Sunday, Nov. 7, 2004, in Wm. Beaumont Hospital, Troy. She was born April 24, 1939, in Chatham, Ontario.
Mrs. Kalm, formerly from Shelby Township, was the co-founder and former publisher of the Source Newspapers. She also was a past President of the Sterling-Utica Chamber of Commerce. A graduate of Fraser High School, she married Marvin Kalm on Feb. 9, 1957, in Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Roseville.
She is survived by her husband, Marvin; brother, William (Charlene) Palmer of Roseville; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, William and Dorothy 'Lake' Palmer.
Christopher Bass (Class of 1978 ), 45, of Casco Township, formerly of Roseville, died Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2005, in St. John Hospital, Detroit. He was born Aug. 20, 1959, in Detroit.
Mr. Bass was employed for more than 20 years as a crane operator for Allied Building Products. A graduate of Fraser High School, he loved snowmobiling, skiing, golfing, baseball and water sports.
Relatives described him as a devoted son, husband and father who loved his family and they loved him deeply.
He is survived by his wife of 19 years, Judy; son, Charles; parents, Richard and Pat Bass; siblings, Peter (Lori) Bass and Renne (Ken) Harris, mother-in-law, Joyce Toon; and nephews, Kevin and Matthew.
Larry Ehresman (Class of 1967), 55, of Roseville, formerly of Sterling Heights, died Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2005, at his home. He was born Feb. 16, 1949, in Erin Township.
Mr. Ehresman served in the US Army during the Vietnam War. On Dec. 4, 1971, he married Nona Dale Sisco at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Eastpointe. He was the owner and operator of Ehresman Plumbing and Heating in Clinton Township and enjoyed fishing, watching wildlife, barbecuing and watching John Wayne movies.
He is survived by his daughters, Tammy Deng and Sandra (Bill) Turski, all of Macomb Township; mother, Eileen Ehresman of Roseville; grandchildren, Tyler, Zachary and Kayla Deng and Gabrielle Turski; brothers, Robert (Dana) Ehresman, Jack (Diane) Ehresman and Dennis Ehresman, all of Roseville, and Don Ehresman of Oxford; sister, Karen (Ron) Plodzik of Clinton Township; sister-in-law, May Ehresman of Muskegon; and brother-in-law, Jerry Majo of aTroy. He was predeceased by his wife, Nona; father Lester; brothers, Lester, Gary and Thomas Ehresman; and sister, Barbara Major.
Marilyn Klein (Class of 1942), 79, a lifetime resident of Fraser, died Thursday, Sept. 16, 2004, at Medilodge of Sterling Heights, following a long illness. She was born Dec. 3, 1924, in Fraser.
Miss Klein retired in 1987 after 37 years of employment as an accountant for General Dynamics. She was an active member of St. John Lutheran Church and enjoyed bingo and golfing. Relatives said she had a great work ethic and loved gong to the beach to watch the sunset or for a leisurely swim. Family members described her a woman who will be deeply missed by the many she has touched in her lifetime.
She is survived by her brother, Kenneth (Jean) Klein; sisters-in-law, Marie and Charlene Klein; and five nieces and four nephews.
She was predeceased by her parents Otto and Agnes 'Puffpuff' Klein and brothers, Marcus and Charles.
Margaret 'Ritch' Bookless (Class of 1945) passed away May 11, 2004, at her home in Grayling, MI. She was born in Detroit, MI on Aug. 15.1927. She was married to the late George Bookless, who preceded her in heath on Jan. 20, 1985. She made here home is Roscommon and Rochester, MI.
She enjoyed a good game of scrabble, walkng in the words, a nice worm fire in the hearth and sipping warm tea with her family and things about her.
She was the last of her family, her parents Harlow & Louise 'Mudle' Ritch and four brother - Jack, Bud Jim & Bill - all preceded her in death. She was on the Fraser High School Championship Softball team that was inducted into the FHS Hall of Fame and still had her letter that is still proudly displayed.
She is survived by Diane (Robert) Ellsworth of Water, MI & Weimer, CA, Susan (Gene) Arias of Sherman Oaks, CA, Vicki (Steve) Messinis of Waters, MI, David Bookless of Higgins Lake, and Peter (Debbie) Bookless of Dryden; Grandchildren Jesse & Nicole Bookless, Sofia Messinis & Francesca Bookless.
ADDED December 12, 2005
Dr. Joseph A. Mannino, Class of 1965, UW-Green Bay associate professor emeritus of Human Biology, died peacefully at his home in De
Pere Thursday night following a lengthy battle following a stroke and subsequent cancer diagnosis. Mannino, 58, died with his wife Mercedes,
daughter Ashley, and adored golden retriever at his side. Mannino taught at UW-Green Bay from 1980 until his retirement in 2002. A physical
anthropologist, Joseph was an associate professor of Human Biology and also taught in the Anthropology discipline. He was a longtime
advisor to students in the Health Science and Exercise Science emphases of Human Biology. Over the years, he wrote many letters of
recommendation supporting UWGB students' applications to graduate, medical, and dental schools, and other professional programs in the
health sciences. Joseph was the author of a textbook, "Human Biology," published in 1994, as well as several study guides and numerous
professional articles and reviews. He served as the chair of the Department of Human Biology from 1987 to 1990 and also served on
numerous campus committees. He was well known in the community for presentations on topics such as aging, exercise physiology, the
immune system, and nutritional performance related to exercise. Joe was also an avid marathon runner, and enjoyed skiing, reading, and
listening to music.
Joe is survived by his wife Mercedes, and daughters Sophia Robb (age 18) and Ashley (age 10), his Mother Lucille of Rochester Hills, MI,
siblings Francine and Robert. as well as countless friends and colleagues.
ADDED February 18, 2006
Richard P. Rozevink, 71, (Class of 1952) died Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2006, at his home. He was born Oct. 22, 1934, in Detroit.
Mr. Rozevink, Fraser High School graudate, lettered in basketball and baseball. He served in the U.S. Army during peace time, in the 1950s. Shortly after, he went to work for the U.S. Postal Service as a letter carrier, working in Fraser and Roseville for 29 years, before retiring in October 1989.
He married Sharon D'Hondt (Class of 1960) on Aug. 20, 1960, In Fraser. He enjoyed bowling and sports.
He is survived by his wife, Sharon; children, Rick (Class of 1979), Ron (Bonnie), Renee and Rita (Brad); grandchildren, Amanda, Michael, Mary and Sharon; niece, Mary Anne Swartz. He was predeceased by his parents, Richard and Margaret Rozevink.
ADDED March 10, 2006
Fern 'Longnecker' Berry (Class of 1931) passed away peacefully Nov. 19, 2005 in Ft. Myers, FL. She was prdeceased by her husband Wayne Berry.
Survivors include a daughter Ruanne Opie and her husband John; a son Tom Berry and his wife Nancy; six wonderful grandsons and their spouses; twelve great-grandchildren and one great great grandchild.
She was a forty year resident of Ferndale, MI, where she was a member of the First Mehtodist CHurch. Her final years in
Ft. Myers were spent as a resident of Cypress Cove. She was an honory member of the Continental Women's Club. She
enjoyed playing bridge with her friends.
Rena 'Longnecker' Robertson (Class of 1931) 89, of Fort Myers, FL, formerly of Ann Arbor, MI passed away Tuesday,
March 22, 2003. She was born Oct. 25, 1913 in Owensdale, MI
She is survived by her sister, Fern 'Longnecker' Berry; children, Annette (Dan) Myers of Saline, MI, RIchard (Carol)
Robertson of Foley, AL, and Arlene Owens of Fort Myers. She also leaves five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd W.. Robertson, in 1986.
Allan Webb (Class of 1960) passed away February 15, 2006.
He liked to travel and was happy to go to Nashville, TN to see the Grand Ole Opry in July 2005.
Mr. Webb is survived by his wife, Karen; children, Darryl and Bradley; grandchildren, Alyssa, Tyler and Zachary.
Cpl. Walter B. Howard II, 35, (Class of 1988) died THursday, Feb. 2, 2006.
Relatives said Mr. Howard was extremely proud to have served his country as a naval reservist, as well as in Iraq for the U.S. Army.
He is survived by his wife, Jamie (Skoryanc); daughter Katherine; parents, Walter and CarolynHoward; siblings, Pamela
(Aaron) Malone and Lisa (Thomas) Szarka; sister-in-law, Barbara Brown and many cousins, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles
and friends. He was predeceased by his brother Randy Brown.
Robert L. Beltz, 64, (Class of 1959) a longtime resident of Fraser, died Thursday, Feb. 16, 2006 in St. John Oakland Hospital in Madison Heights surrounded by his family. He was born Oct. 26, 1941, In Detroit.
Mt. Beltz married Joan H. Krajacic on July 1, 1961 in Holy Innocents Church in Roseville. The couple had five chldren. His family said he was a 'Jack of all trades' who loved to restore old cars and enjoyed bowling.
His relatives described him as a gentle man who always had a helping hand, and a devoted husband, loving father and
grandfather ho will be deeply missed by the many he touched in his lifetime.
Mr. Beltz is survived by his wife, Joan; children, Debra (Ken) Swanson, Darlene (Alan) Crawford, Karen Subic, Kathleen
Beltz and Robert (Nicole) Beltz; brother George; and grandchildren, Stephanie, Jennifer, Julie, Tim, Jessica, Krista, Tony, Danica, Brandon and Christoher. He was predeceased by his parents, George and Mildred (Haywald) Beltz.
ADDED March 19, 2006
Jeffrey A. Krentz, (Class of 1977), 46, of Clinton Township, died Saturday, March 11, 2006, at St. John Hospital, Detroit. He was born April 15, 1959, in Upland, CA.
Mr. Krentz graduated from Wayne State University and was a certified public accountant with Krentz and Assoicates. He was a member of MACPA, MENA, Fraser Lions, Fraser Goodfellow, as Treasurer, and Fairlane Assoication. He also was a major contributor to WDET radio.
He enjoyed classic cars and car shows, fishing with his daughter, Alison, old-time classic television, biking, blues music, golf and computers.
He is survived by his wife, Susan; children, Bryan and Alison; mother, Jeannine Krentz; siblings, Jacquelyn Krentz, Janice (Tony) Rey and Jason (Carrie) Krentz, and nieces and nephews, Sarah, Madeline, Natalie, Eric and Kevin. He was predeceased by his father, L. James Krentz.
Michael Lawrence Moffit, (Class of 1976), 47, of Roseville and formerly a long time resident of Fraser, died Friday, March 10, 2006, at his home. He was born June 18, 1958, in Abbington, PA.
Mr. Moffitt was a master electrician, working at Fraser High School for many years, and enjoyed tools, woodworking, movies and bike riding. A veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps reserves, his family said he was known as 'fun grandpa'.
He is survived by his children, Michael (Sharon) Mozola, Tina (Mat) McGee, Thomas, Shawn and Nicole; grandchildren, Mikey, Mackenzie, Nicholas and Austin; mother, Mary Moffitt; siblings, Thomas (Kathy), Mary Anne (James) Lee, Timothy (Susan) and Sue (Ken) Daubenspeck; five nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, James and father, Thomas.
ADDED November 8, 2006
Robert Grunow, class of 1961, a resident of St. Clair Shores for 33 years died Monday. Oct. 30, 2006. He was born Sept. 3, 1943 in Mt.
Clemens.
He retired in 2003 as service engineer for Bumler Mechanical; served in the U.S. Marine Corps; a member of Triumphant Cross Lutheran Church and enjoyed camping, fishing and hunting.
He is survived by his children, Julie Pasko of Washington Twp., Stacey Grunow of St. Clair SHores, Robert Grunow Jr. of Clinton Twp. and
Vicki Grunow of Bruce Twp.; parents John & Doris Sovey of Richmond; siblings, Fred (Shirley) Grunow, Richard (Helen) Grunow, Marie
Dalton, Noreen (Monte) Simpson, Shirley (Eugene) Jarman and Judy (Michael) Lovelace; step-siblings, David (Crystal) Sovey, Stephen
(Eileen) Sovey and Susan Shelley; and seven grandchildren. He was precedeased by his wife Carol.
Joann Foster-May, class of 1963, passed away on Aug. 18, 2006, as the result of complications from a MVA, in Michigan, on July 12, 2003.
She is survived by her spouse of 43 years, Robert (Bob) May.
Marie 'Lietz' Klein, class of 1938, a resident of Warren for 43 years, formerly of Fraser, died Oct. 16, 2006 at St. Joseph's Medical Center,
Clinton Twp. She was born March 16, 1921, in Mt. Clemens.
Mrs. Klein is survived by her daughters, Vicki Hastings and Linda (Skip) Harrington; grandsons, Jeffrey and Jason Harrington; brother, Alfred
(Shirley) Lietz, and sister-in-law, Aileen Lietz. She was predeceased by her husband, Marcus; son-in-law, Michael Hastings and brother,
Alvin Lietz.
Steven Lomasney, class of 1979, died Aug. 7, 2006. Proud member of Local 58 (IBEW).
He was the beloved husband of Cynthia, loving son of James and the late Marjorie Lomasney. Dear brother of Terry (Jeff) Roth and Janice (Stephen) Kostanecki. Also survived by loving brothers-in-law, sisters-in law, nieces and nephews.
David Horetski, class of 1986, a lifelong resident of Roseville, died Friday, June 18,1999 in his home. He was born May 22, 1967, in Dearborn.
He was an auto mechanic, an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed stories about the sports and was a member of the National Rifle Association..
He is survived by his daughter, Katelyn Lund; parents, Leonard and Colleen; sister, Shirley (Dan) Stasinski, Sharon (Mike) Barrett, Linda Smith and Kathy Bachorski and brother, Robert (Delores).
ADDED February 1, 2007
Ida May Hein-Sieger, 79, (Class of 1945), born May 8, 1927, in Fraser, died
Dec. 17, 2006 at Mt. Clemens Regional Medical Center from a stroke.
Mrs. Hein-Sieger was a life long resident of Fraser and a homemaker. Mrs.
Hein-Sieger was honored in the Fraser Sport's Hall of Fame for girls softball
team in 1994.
She is survived by her son Steve (Class of 1965) (Patricia) and daughter
Janet (Class of 1969) (Michael) Francuck; Sister Cheryl (Class of 1952) (Ken)
McPherson; Seven grandchildren and eight great-grand children.
ADDED March 26, 2008
RONALD E. VERGIN, (Class of 1956), Age 70, passed away March 8, 2008. Beloved husband of Ruby. Dear father of Reed (Susan), Russ (Ellen) and Raymond (Nataliya). Loving grandfather of Christine, Katherine, Taryn, Emily, Carson and Victor. Dear brother of Keith, Shelly Thorpe and Bill.
Mr. Vergin will be sorely missed by those who loved him and a constant inspiration for those whose lives were touched by his generosity.
ADDED April 3, 2008
Richard Polley,class of 1973, passed away Dec. 15, 2005. After graduation, he married Kathy Porea in Fraser and enlisted in the Army. He was assigned to overseas duty in Korea with the Armed Services Expeditionary Service.
While in the Army, his first son, Richard, was born. He completed his tour of duty in 1978 and received an honorable discharge at Fort Mead, Maryland. He was awarded the National Defense Ribbon and Good Conduct medal and the Armed Services Expeditionary Forces Medal. After Military service, Richard and Kathy were divorced.
In 1978, Mr. Polley married Susan Gurchick and they moved to Rochester, Michigan. Richard worked as a heavy equipment operator and Susan as a registered nurse. They bought a home in 1980 in Marysville, Michigan and had three children, Kate, Kristen and Nicholas.
Mr. Polley was at his daughter Kristen's home assisting her with his grandchildren when the sudden death occurred. He is survived by his four children, three grandchildren, Calista, Zoe, and Austin, his mother, two brothers, Michael and Ronald, and three sisters, Michele, Linda and Caroline.
ADDED MAY 10, 2008
John J Burkel, Class of 1978, died October 6, 1999 in an auto accident. He was born October 31, 1960.
Mr. Burkel was a 4-year veteran of the US Air Force and is survived by his wife Vicki, stepdaughter Heidi and stepson David. He is also survived by his father and mother, Donald and Mary Jean Burkel of Clinton Township and siblings Donald Jr, Jim, Class of 1974, Art, Class of 1976, Jean, Class of 1980, Sue, Class of 1981, Bill and Betsy.
ADDED JUNE 4, 2008
DAN BRAZELTON Class of 1961, 64, passed away on May 6, 2008. Beloved husband of Beverly. Dear father of Daniel and Kim (Jason) Bennett.
Loving grandfather of Aislyn and Kynsal Bennett. Brother of Robert (Class of 1949), James (Class of 1958), Gerald (Class of 1961) and Bruce Brazelton (Clas of 1963), Myrna Pavloich (Class of 1952), Mildred Sexton and Arlene Mikolowski (Class of 1956). Also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends.
Dan retired after 41 years with Numatics in Highland, MI. Burial took place at Oaklawn Chapel Gardens Cemetery, Sault Ste. Marie, MI.
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Obituary List
This is only a list of names and class years. If you have more info about
these persons, send it to Jan "Smits" Kimball at
jan@ferranflorist.com.
Teachers are listed at top with blank class year box.
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LAST NAME |
FIRST NAME |
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CLAY |
CHARLES |
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NELSON |
DONALD |
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HENDEE |
ROBERT |
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HITE |
PATRICIA |
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STIRTON |
ARCHIE |
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BROWN |
VENIS |
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BRITTEN |
J |
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ALLEN |
ROSALIE |
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WONG |
HENRY |
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WILLIS |
MILFORD |
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BARRERA |
BEN |
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LUPP |
DONALD |
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BRAEKEVELT |
JOE |
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CROSSEN |
LAWRENCE J. |
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TOCCO |
PHILIP |
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BARTEK |
KEN |
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BERTUCCI |
DOMINIC |
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BUTLER |
LOREN |
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DAVID |
GLENN |
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FRANCIS |
WILLIAM |
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GILLIS-MARSHMENT |
ROSALIND (JOY) |
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IVANYE |
CONNIE |
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KOSNAK |
SIMON |
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LESTER |
ELMER |
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MCPHAIL |
HARRY |
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NAPOLI |
JUDY |
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NINE |
HARMON |
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NORTHUP |
JEANNE |
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STEINHOFF |
JEAN |
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STRATTON |
ELLEN |
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STRUBEL |
ANN |
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1930 |
MELLMAN - LINDGREN |
IRMA |
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1930 |
MINDA |
ARTHUR |
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1930 |
CUMPER |
ROY |
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1931 |
CUMPER |
FLOYD |
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1931 |
MUHME |
ELLIS |
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1931 |
STEFFENS |
WILLARD |
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1931 |
JOHNSON - FRANK |
VELMA |
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1931 |
"LONGNECKER" BERRY |
FERN |
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1931 |
"LONGNECKER" ROBERTSON |
RENA |
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1932 |
SIEGER - KLEINO |
HULDA |
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1932 |
MELLMAN - BOMAN |
CECILIA |
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1932 |
LULAY |
IRVIN |
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1932 |
SAUDER |
LEONARD |
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1932 |
DENEWITH |
JOSEPH |
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1933 |
REINDEL |
IRWIN |
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1933 |
REIF |
MARTIN |
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1933 |
ULENBURG |
JOHN |
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1933 |
ROEDEL - HUSER |
MILDRED |
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1933 |
SMITH-SCHULZ |
ELONA |
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1934 |
LATHEM - FOLETTE |
MARY |
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1934 |
GUENZEL |
ROBERT |
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1934 |
DIENER - GUNZEL |
VIOLET |
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1934 |
WINKELMAN - KOLLMORGEN |
MYRTLE |
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1934 |
BOEHNKE |
CHRISTEL |
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1934 |
ELLIOTT - WARD |
LILLIAN |
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1934 |
EIKHOFF |
HENRY |
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1935 |
BOHN |
VICTOR |
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1935 |
BUELOW - NEUEN |
ELDA |
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1935 |
SCHOTT - MEIER |
FLORENCE |
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1935 |
ULENBURG - LAZOEN |
FRANCES |
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1935 |
KOLLMORGEN |
EARL |
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1935 |
WHITMORE |
GERALD |
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1935 |
STEFFENS-OLSEN |
GRETCHEN |
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1936 |
STARKEY |
CARL |
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1936 |
HEISNER |
RALPH |
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1936 |
WILLIAMS - ENGLEBRECHT |
KATHLYN |
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1936 |
ENGLEBRECHT |
MYRTLE |
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1936 |
LIETZ |
ALVIN |
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1937 |
SCHLUETER |
EDSEL |
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1937 |
PRUEHS |
CARL F |
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1937 |
ENGEL |
EARL |
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1937 |
KEPSEL |
BEULAH |
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1937 |
HAMILTON - JONES |
PAULINE |
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1937 |
HORANEY-CALDWELL |
VIRGINIA |
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1937 |
STEFFENS |
MARVIN |
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1939 |
GUGEL - BOHN |
BETTY ANNE |
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1939 |
PRUEHS-NOEL |
ALICE |
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1939 |
GAST |
DONALD |
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1939 |
ANTHONIS - KOLLMORGEN |
MARGARET |
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1939 |
ARNOLD |
LORNE |
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1940 |
RANDALL |
RICHARD |
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1940 |
KOLLMORGEN |
CARL (MIKE) |
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1940 |
REWOLDT |
HERBERT |
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1940 |
CASHEN |
MILTON |
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1940 |
GUGEL |
WALTER |
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1940 |
SAUDER |
KENNETH |
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1940 |
MYERS |
LABAN (LOU) |
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1940 |
GLATZ - WRIGHT |
NELLIE |
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1940 |
STEAD |
ROBERT |
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1940 |
KROMM-ENGEL |
MAYBELLE |
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1941 |
HOLCOMB |
VERNON |
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1941 |
BOENING |
ALGER |
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1941 |
HALLENDY |
WILLIAM |
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1941 |
CASHEN |
RAYMOND |
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1941 |
STEFFENS |
DONALD |
|
1941 |
FOWLER |
ROBERT |
|
1941 |
DENVER |
THOMAS |
|
1941 |
(OPEL) MYERS |
BEATRICE JEAN |
|
1941 |
ANTHONIS |
FRANK |
|
1942 |
BRIMMER - HOLT |
MERYL |
|
1942 |
SCHROEDER |
GLENN |
|
1942 |
ROBERTSON |
CLAUDE T. |
|
1942 |
KLEIN |
MARILYN |
|
1943 |
EBERLEIN - IMHOFF |
EVELYN |
|
1943 |
COLLINS |
CHARLES |
|
1943 |
MILLER - JARRAD |
ANNA MAE |
|
1943 |
RINGLER |
PETER |
|
1943 |
ARNOLD-WURSTER |
LOIS |
|
1943 |
BOSWORTH-NIEMAN |
MAXINE |
|
1944 |
SIEGER |
CLARENCE |
|
1944 |
ELLIOTT |
LAVERNE |
|
1944 |
FAULMANN |
EDWARD |
|
1944 |
LIETZ - ROBERTSON |
IRMA |
|
1944 |
RANDALL |
RUSSELL |
|
1944 |
NELSON |
DONALD |
|
1944 |
LAFRINIERE |
EDWARD |
|
1944 |
SACKMAN |
HOWARD |
|
1944 |
BOCK |
JOHN |
|
1944 |
FAULMANN |
LEROY |
|
1945 |
MISIAK - SUSICK |
RITA |
|
1945 |
FILLMORE |
DONALD |
|
1945 |
SHEPPARD |
GEORGE |
|
1945 |
BIELAWSKI |
GERALD |
|
1945 |
'RITCH' BOOKLESS |
MARGARET |
|
1945 |
KILTS |
DONALD |
|
1945 |
PUFFPAFF |
ARNOLD |
|
1945 |
SCHULZ |
RICHARD |
|
1945 |
LAYMAN |
HAROLD |
|
1945 |
SPRIET |
GUSTAVE |
|
1945 |
HEIN-SIEGER |
IDA MAY |
|
1946 |
PINGER |
GENE |
|
1946 |
MILLER |
OWEN |
|
1946 |
MILLER |
VIRGINIA ROSE |
|
1947 |
KLEIN |
CHARLES |
|
1947 |
DAVIES - JONES |
EILEEN |
|
1947 |
PINGER |
ALBERT |
|
1947 |
SMITH |
ANTHONY |
|
1947 |
ADAMS - ZMICK |
EVELYN |
|
1947 |
HEWITT |
JACOB |
|
1947 |
PEEBLES - PINGER |
GLORIA |
|
1947 |
DEVOOGD |
SUMNER |
|
1947 |
KRAFT |
BETTY 'Diener' |
|
1948 |
SEIFERLEIN |
GEORGE |
|
1948 |
HAIGHT |
JAY |
|
1948 |
'SAPUTO' FRANSEE |
CARMELLA |
|
1948 |
LA FELL |
JOYCE |
|
1948 |
HUETTER |
HENRY H. 'HANK' |
|
1949 |
WNUK - SCHIAPPACASSE |
PATRICIA |
|
1949 |
FILLMORE |
RONALD (JOE) |
|
1949 |
LAYMAN |
MARY |
|
1949 |
MORRISON |
ROGER |
|
1949 |
O'BRYAN - REMSING |
DOLORES |
|
1949 |
AHRENS - KASSUBE |
KATHLEEN |
|
1949 |
HILTON |
RAY |
|
1949 |
STUMPF |
ROY OSCAR |
|
1950 |
STEYER - WALSH |
JOANN |
|
1950 |
MINDA |
GERALD |
|
1950 |
MICHAYLUK |
CONNIE |
|
1950 |
DEVOOGD |
ELMER |
|
1950 |
NIELSEN |
ED |
|
1950 |
RANDALL |
NEIL |
|
1950 |
SCHOTT |
ANN |
|
1950 |
'JACOB' WITT |
MARTHA ANN |
|
1951 |
LAWSON |
JESSE |
|
1951 |
KUEHN - SHERER |
JEAN |
|
1951 |
BURKE |
WILLIAM |
|
1951 |
KRAGE, Jr |
HARVEY W. |
|
1952 |
SCHOTT |
FRED |
|
1952 |
ARNDT |
RONALD |
|
1952 |
O'BRYAN |
RONALD |
|
1952 |
KIMBALL |
RONALD |
|
1952 |
ZUPAN |
ROBERT |
|
1952 |
WHITNER |
TERRY |
|
1952 |
BOHN |
DAVID |
|
1952 |
SEIFERLEIN |
DONALD |
|
1952 |
ROSTECK |
ARTHUR W |
|
1952 |
ROZEVINK |
RICHARD P. |
|
1953 |
AHRENS |
RAYMOND |
|
1953 |
COON - ANDERSON |
ELIZABETH |
|
1953 |
HAIST |
DONALD |
|
1953 |
WNUK - KINSER |
GERALDINE |
|
1953 |
STABILE |
RALPH |
|
1953 |
MICHAYLUK - GALLAGHER |
DOLLY |
|
1953 |
MORGAN |
FRED |
|
1953 |
WHEELER |
RAYMOND |
|
1953 |
'FILLMORE' PORTER |
MURIEL (BEA) |
|
1954 |
BROWN - FLYNN |
MARJORIE |
|
1954 |
KLEINO - DeFAUW |
AUDREY |
|
1954 |
SOMMERVILLE - TRUAX - SCHUMAKER |
JANET |
|
1954 |
Krage |
Richard |
|
1955 |
HOGEBOOM |
ROBERT |
|
1955 |
BLOOMER |
DALE |
|
1955 |
PRZYBYLSKI |
PATRICIA |
|
1955 |
DAVIS |
EDWARD |
|
1955 |
SKUBICK - MONTGOMERY |
GLORIANN |
|
1955 |
MAGYAR |
JOSEPH |
|
1955 |
MORGAN |
CHARLES |
|
1955 |
CHEEK - TEMPLETON |
GLORIA |
|
1955 |
FOSTER |
NEIL |
|
1955 |
MAES |
ROBERT |
|
1956 |
LACROSSE - HENNIGH |
PHYLLIS |
|
1956 |
IVONEN |
DONALD |
|
1956 |
GEIGER |
GERALD |
|
1956 |
MORRISON - BEYERCHEN |
SANDRA |
|
1956 |
CORNELISSEN |
HERMAN |
|
1956 |
DUPUIE - BOYER |
BARBARA |
|
1956 |
WITTEBOLS |
EDWARD |
|
1956 |
KIRSCHLING - BOYD |
MARILYN |
|
1956 |
VERGIN |
RONALD E. |
|
1957 |
NEVELA - HOLLIDAY |
PATRICIA |
|
1957 |
KEKOVICH - TROSKA |
ALEXANDRA |
|
1957 |
DUPUIE - UHL |
PATRICIA |
|
1957 |
ROZEVINK - SCHINDEWOLF |
MARYANNA |
|
1957 |
RAY - GRUBER |
RUTH |
|
1957 |
PIWKO |
FRANK |
|
1957 |
'PALMER' KALM |
JANICE |
|
1958 |
PROBST |
ARLENE |
|
1958 |
SNOW |
JERALD |
|
1958 |
BAUT - GOIKE |
BARBARA |
|
1958 |
WESTFALL |
DANNY |
|
1958 |
WEBER - BASSETT |
JUDITH |
|
1958 |
VANDENABEELE - PLUMB |
JUDITH |
|
1958 |
TERRASI |
CARLO |
|
1958 |
TAYLOR |
GERALD |
|
1958 |
MICHAYLUK |
CARL |
|
1958 |
STEFFENS - BURKE |
ARLENE |
|
1958 |
BRZOSKA |
MICHAEL |
|
1958 |
SHEPPARD - GIRLING |
GLORIA |
|
1959 |
PENNINGTON |
JAMES |
|
1959 |
DeVOLDER |
ROGER |
|
1959 |
GROSE |
BARBARA |
|
1959 |
ZIEHMS |
TRUDY |
|
1959 |
JOHNSON - HOUSE |
DARLENE |
|
1959 |
SOMMERVILLE |
WILLIAM |
|
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