Graveside service Monday @ 3pm.

Services will be held at the church.

BREZNAU, Donald Sr. – Of Flushing, age 80, died Friday, March 26, 2010 at Genesys Hospice Care Center, Goodrich. Funeral Mass will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 31, 2010 at St. Robert Catholic Church, Fr. Roy Horning officiating. Burial will follow at St. Robert Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-8 p.m. Tuesday at Rossell Funeral Home and 10 a.m. until time of the Mass Wednesday at the church. A Rosary will be prayed 6 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Robert Building Fund. Donald is survived by: wife, Mary; five children, Donald (Laurie) Breznau Jr., David Breznau, Richard (Janet) Breznau, Michael (Rico) Breznau, Rose Ann (Patrick) Hanley; 1 granddaughter and 9 grandsons.

WARSON, HOWARD LEMOINE, age 91 of Clio, died Thursday, March 25, 2010 at Genesys Hospice- Goodrich . The Funeral service will be 1:00PM Monday, March 29, 2010 at Hudson Funeral Service-Otisville. Pastor Justin Ringstaff and Pastor Don Garcia will be officiating. Burial to follow at Thetford Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday, March 29, 2010 from 10AM to time of service at Hudson Funeral Service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Clio Seventh Day Adventist Building Fund at 303 S. Mill St., Clio, MI 48420, or the Frankenmuth Wood Carvers Guild, or a charity of one’s choice. Howard was born in Marion, MI on May 8, 1918 to Jess and Elsie (Byers) Warson. He married Lillan M. Waterous on June 2, 1946. He served in the Army during WWII and worked for Dee Cramer Heating and Cooling for 20 years. He was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Clio. Howard and Lillan helped start the South Flint Seventh Day Adventist Church where they left many friends before moving to the Clio church. He was a professional wood carver and was a charter member of the Frankenmuth Wood Carvers Guild. He crafted the totem pole, bear, and nutcracker that are on display in Heritage Park in Frankenmuth. He was also a member of the DAV Wolverine State Chapter 33 and the Sheet Metal Workers International-Flint #533 & Lansing #7. He enjoyed bird watching, gardening, and the Detroit Tigers. He is survived by daughter-in-law: Carol (Ed) Medford; Granddaughter: Joy (Lewis) Row; sisters: Maxine Dunning of Flint and Ruth Ann (Charles) Fent of Birch Run; Cousins: Herb, George, and Tom Warson, Carol Therth, and Mable and Ida Trudgen; many nieces and nephews; special adopted son: Larry McPherson; Adopted grandchildren: Kristy, Jay, and Brad; Special Friends: Janie Eggers, Carrie, Karlie, Derek and Lindsay, Janette Hitchcock, Scott and Karen Coons, Debbie Gagnon, Connie Rivard, Betty, Wrege, and Debbie Vuillemot; his church family; and best friend, Snowball. He was preceded in death by his parents; loving wife, Lillan of 59 years; brothers: Bill, Charlie, Max, and Jessy Warson. Special Thanks to Genesys Home Hospice and the Care Center staff in Goodrich; longtime friend and doctor, Dr. Weinner; care manager, Dan Ogden and all of his home aides that helped him live at home. Also Dr. DyBall, Dr. Black, Dr. Pavone, Dr. Arnold and staff, and Dr. George Mohamedally who helped Howard to live a long and healthy life. Special thanks to Bill Traylor-field service officer of the department of Marine Corps league, George Rizik II, Sylvia Smith, Phyllis Henry, and Jim Kimes.

SPRINGSTEEN, Russell C. – Of Flint, age 91, died Thursday, March 25, 2010 at home surrounded by his family. Funeral service will be held 1pm Monday, March 29, 2010 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Reverend John Clair Ferris officiating. Cremation to follow service. Memorial contributions may be made to Hope United Methodist Church or Genesys Hospice. Visitation 2-8p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Russell was born in Otisville, MI on November 22, 1918. He graduated from Lapeer High School, Class of 1937. On January 3, 1938, he married Audrey June. Russell worked in plant security at GM for 32 years, retiring in 1976. He served in the Army from 1944 to 1946. Russell was a member of Hope United Methodist Church. He enjoyed music and listening to his IPOD and was a very competitive fantasy baseball player. He was a long-time Detroit Tigers fan. He attended at least one Tigers game every year beginning in 1927, missing only the year he was on Okinawa and the last two years due to his illness.

Mr. Springsteen is survived by his wife, Audrey; Three children, Douglas (Linda) of Indian River, MI, David (Alice) of Durand, MI and Diane (David) Martin of Flint, MI; 12 grandchildren, Celeste, Barry, Jennifer, Lisa, Russell, David, John, Denise, Amy, Beth, Becky and Chris; 13 great-grandchildren; brother, Earl.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Bertha, brothers, Claude and Clyde, sisters, Dorothy and Florence.

The family would like to express special thanks to Dr. Sturm and Genesys Hospice, particularly his nurse, Chris

SAMMONS, NORA C., age 88 of Otisville, died Thursday, March 25, 2010 at Hurley Medical Center. Funeral service will be 11AM Tuesday, March 30, 2010 at Hudson Funeral Service Inc., Pastoral Manager Sr. Elaine LaBell officiating. Burial will follow at Smith Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday from 2-7PM at the funeral home. In Lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Alzheimers association or American Heart Association. Nora was born in Charlevoix, MI on March 07, 1922 to Byron and Mary (Brady) Bowdish. She enjoyed helping out around the farm. Surviving are her three children: Gail (Ken) Beardslee of Indiana, Bob (Aleta) Sammons of Otisville, and Dennis (Rita Biesan) Sammons of New York; Three grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; brother: Albert (Lorraine) Bowdish; sister: Catherine (Arnold) Paradis; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leo P. Sammons.

PORTER, Maxine K., age 86 of Durand, passed away on Friday, March 26, 2010 at Avalon Hospice in Flint. Funeral services will be held at 11:00am on Tuesday, March 30, 2010 at the United Methodist Church of Durand, 10016 E. Newburg Rd. Durand, MI 48429. Pastor Wayne Thomas will be officiating with burial to follow in Greenwood Cemetery, Vernon. The family will receive friends at Watkins Brothers Funeral Homes, Durand Chapel on Sunday from 6-8pm and again on Monday from 2-4 &6-8pm.

Mrs. Porter was born on February 6, 1924 in Corunna, MI the daughter of Wallace and Martha (Malazhan) Reid. She married Clifford Porter in Durand on February 7, 1942 and together raised 4 children. He later passed in 1994.

Mrs. Porter was a member of both the Order of Eastern Star and the United Methodist Church.

She is survived by her daughter, Becky (David) Shenk of FL; 3 sons: Darwin (Pat) Porter of FL, Dean (Brenda) Porter of MS, Dennis (Terry) Porter of Bancroft; 10 grandchildren: Vickie Shenk of FL, Scott Shenk of Durand, Ronna Porter of Grand Rapids, Stacey Richardson of FL, Kelley DeBar of MS, Kerry Porter of Howell, Adam Porter of CO, Andrew Porter of Bancroft, Amber Davis of OH, Ashton Porter of Bancroft; 9 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford; both parents; sister, Donna; 2 brothers: Wallace and Russell.

Memorial Contributions are suggested to the United Methodist Church. Online condolences may be sent to the family by going to

www.watkinsfuneralhomes.com

NORTH, Carmeleta “Carmen” Belle, age 80 of Ludington, MI formerly of Bancroft and Morrice died Thursday, March 25, 2010.

Carmen was born on August 2, 1929 in Benton, Missouri to Orval and Minnie (Kitchen) Cates. Carmen lived and worked for many years in the Durand, Bancroft and Morrice areas. She was a cook at Bertha Neal Elementary School in Durand.

Carmen is survived by her children Diana Burger of Ludington, MI, Dallas Pettyjohn of Baldwin, MI, Allen Pettyjohn of Plant City, FL and Connie Leuenberger of Vineyard Haven, MA; many grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Claude North, granddaughter Renee Remer, brother James and sisters Betty and Wilmetta.

There will be a graveside service at Yerian Cemetery in Durand, MI on Monday, March 29 at 11:00 A.M. Pastor A.J. Kunde officiating. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Hospice of Michigan-Ludington Area, 5177 W. US 10 Suite B, Ludington, MI 49431, phone (800) 839-8185

MILLER, Roy Joseph, 67 of Midland, died Thursday evening, March 25, 2010 at his home. He was born on January 8, 1943 in Sanford, son of the late Ray and Ida (Westphal) Miller. On July 14, 1962 Roy was united in marriage to the former Julie Ann Hignite and he now joins the love of his life who predeceased him on April 3, 2005. Roy was employed with Stalker Corporation in Essexville and retired from the City of Midland in 2006. He was a member of the Sanford Eagles Lodge # 3677 where he enjoyed playing pool and having conversation with his life long friends. He was an avid WWF fan, he liked puttering around the house and working on cars. He was animated, funny and fiercely loyal to family and friends. Surviving are his children and their spouses, Rodney (Laurie) Miller of Leesburg, FL., Ida (Glenn) MacDonald of Windham, ME., Dennis (Cheri) Miller of Milton, FL., Barbara (David) Turner of Midland, Anna (David) Spencer of Homosassa, FL.; 12 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren; a sister, Barbara (Edwin) Shrier of Midland and his special companion, Cheryl Inman. In addition to his parents and wife, one sister and brother-in-law, Joan (Kenneth) Wilkinson predeceased him.

~VISITATION~
Mr. Miller’s family will receive friends at the Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Home, 1200 West Wheeler Street on Saturday (today) from 5-7 p.m. No funeral services are planned.
~MEMORIALS~
Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider the American Heart Association or the Sanford Eagles Lodge #3677.

MESSECAR, Leona Elizabeth, 90, of Midland, went to the Lord Thursday, March 25, 2010 surrounded by family and friends. Born in Alma on June 9, 1919 to Edwin and Edna Clark, she was the youngest of four children.

Leona married James A. Messecar on Dec. 6, 1952. A dutiful housewife and working mother, Leona balanced family and work with ease and grace. Throughout her life, Leona maintained a strong work ethic and commitment to family. Although Midland was her home, where she lived in the house built by her husband, she traveled throughout the world. Leona’s travels took her through most the United States, Europe, and even North Africa. Even at the age of 90, Leona was still an adventurous spirit with a sharp wit and sense of humor. She lived a full and active life with her wonderful family and friends.
Her husband James preceded her in death in 1986. She is also preceded in death by her parents and three older brothers. Leona is survived by her only daughter, Gisele Messecar and her fiancé, Brent Barnhart and his son, Gordon of Minvera, Ohio; granddaughter, Taryn M. Ames and her husband, Joshua Ames of Knoxville, Tenn.; grandson, James E. Bliss, Jr. and his fiancé Lindsey LaTour of Charlotte, Mich.; great-grandson, Aidan J. Ames; her close friend Lois Wicks of Midland, and a warm circle of amazing relatives and friends.
~Funeral Services~

Funeral Services will take place at 1 p.m. on Monday, March 29, 2010, from the Ware Smith Funeral Home, 1200 West Wheeler Street. Pastor Dan Youmans will officiate.

~Visitation~
Leona’s family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday, and on Monday from 12 noon until time of service. Burial will follow in Homer Township Cemetery.
A luncheon at the Floyd Church of God, Midland, will follow the burial service.

LOWREY, Johnny – of Montrose, age 51, died Friday, March 26, 2010 at Genesys Hospice in Goodrich. Funeral arrangements will be announced.

O’Guinn Family Funeral Homes

Montrose Chapel (810) 639-6181

GRAVES, Harry M. – Of Flint, age 85, died Friday, March 26, 2010

at Genesys Regional Medical Center. Funeral service will be held 1p.m. Monday, March 29, 2010 at Calvary Lutheran Church, 2210 N. Franklin Ave., Flint,  Pastor Ernest Wendt officiating. Military Honors under the auspices of VFW Post #822 Honor Guard. Visitation 3-8p.m. Sunday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road. Mr. Graves will be at the church 12noon Monday until the time of the service.

Contributions may be made to Calvary Lutheran Church.

Harry was born in Flint on April 5, 1924, and was a resident of Flint all his life. Harry served in the United States Navy during World War II in the Guadalcanal Campaign. He was employed for 42 years with Fisher Body I, retiring in 1988. He married Gaynell Haner on June 5, 1954. Harry was a member of Calvary Lutheran Church.

Surviving are wife, Gaynell; Blessed with two sons, Dr. Scott Graves and Gale (Cheryl) Graves; 4 grandchildren, Lauren (Todd), Andrew, Christopher and Courtney; 2 sisters, Ruth Gould and Janice Skunda; Lou Ann Adamson, daughter-in-law; Brothers and sisters-in-law, Bill and Jeannine Hewitt and John and Patti Haner; Several nieces and nephews.

LORENZ, Alice A. (Clifton) “Peaches” – Of Grand Blanc, age 55, died Monday, March 22, 2010 at Genesys Regional Medical Center. Funeral service will be held 2pm Friday, March 26, 2010 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Pastor Chris McAleer officiating. Burial in Crestwood Cemetery. Visitation 12pm Friday until the time of the service at the funeral home.

She loved flowers, animals, gardening and spending time with her family. Alice was employed at General Motors Fisher I and was a member of UAW Local #581.

Surviving are daughters, Tanya of California and Angela of Flint;

grandchildren, Kayla, Caleb, Mya and Conner.

JONES, Pamela “Pam” Raye (Morgan) – Of Durand formerly of Flint, age 56, died Tuesday, March 23, 2010 at Owosso Memorial Healthcare.

Memorial service will be provided by Fraternal Order of Eagles, Durand, Michigan, 5240 S. New Lothrop Road, Durand, MI 48429 at 2p.m. Tuesday, March 30, 2010. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the family.  Visitation 1:30p.m. Tuesday until the time of service at the lodge.

Pamela was born in Flint on February 11, 1954, the daughter of the late Russell and Gail (Donehue) Morgan. Pam was a life member of the Chapter 2239 Moose Lodge.

Surviving are children, Ian and wife Tiffany Jones and Cami Jones Granddaughter, Hannah Jones; Sister, Judie and husband Don Pollock; Brother, Ron and wife Peggy Morgan; Sister-in-law, Carol Morgan; Many nieces and nephews; Boyfriend, Harvey Best; JoAnn Hunter, who was like a mother to Pam.

She was preceded in death by son, Timothy Slawson, brothers, James and Russell Morgan, and Roy Jones, the father of her children.

COLE, Dorinda S. – Of Clio, age 49, died Thursday, March 25, 2010 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Friends may call at the O’Guinn Family Funeral Home in Clio on Saturday, April 3, 2010 from 4-8PM. Cremation to follow. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the family to help with funeral expenses.

O’Guinn Family Funeral Homes

Clio Chapel (810) 686-5070

BRIMM, Hilda – Of Burton for 30 years, age 69, died Wednesday, March 24, 2010 at her residence. Funeral service will be held 5pm Monday, March 29, 2010 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road,

Minister Paul Eckstein officiating. Burial in Evergreen Cemetery.

Visitation 12noon Monday until the time of the service at the funeral home

BEAULIEU, Lois Mae – Of Grand Blanc, age 83, died Thursday, March 25, 2010 at Abbey Park of Grand Blanc. Funeral service will be held 11a.m. Monday, March 29, 2010 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Hank Messing officiating. Burial in Crestwood Cemetery.

Contributions may be directed to the Parkinson’s Foundation.

Visitation 3-8p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Lois was born in Flint, Michigan on May 23, 1926, the daughter of Elmer and Eva (Mathews) Bois. She married France Beaulieu on March 4, 1947 and he preceded her in death on June 14, 1983.

Surviving are two children, Robert and wife Michele Beaulieu, Rebecca and husband Fred Margrif; three grandchildren, Scott (Jennifer) Margrif, Jill (Ramsey) Clapper and Nicole Beaulieu; three great-grandchildren, Rourke, Noah and Rafe; one brother, Ed (Neomia) Bois; three sisters-in-law, Dorothy, Violet and Geraldine Bois; brothers-in-law, Joe (Rose) Beaulieu and Tom Thompson; Many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by three brothers, Jack, Tom and Bill Bois