BRAYANIS, Theodoros – Of Davison, age 78, died Friday, February 12, 2010 at Genesys Regional Medical Center. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at St. Nicholas Orthodox Church, 2143 South Center Road, Burton, Father Matthew-Peter Butrie officiating. Theodoros was born in Bouf, Macedonia, Greece on February 20, 1931, the son of Trian and Aspasia Brayanis. He had a strong heart for everyone. He served in the military in Greece. In 1951 he married Thomai Angeledis and came to Flint on July 21, 1966. Since coming to the United States in 1966, he has returned to visit his homeland three times. Mr. Brayanis loved his garden and watching his favorite team play hockey (Detroit Red Wings). He will be missed, but never forgotten, for which he is in Heaven with Our Lord Jesus Christ. Mr. Brayanis was Co-owner of Genesee Coney Island for several years. Surviving are wife, Thomai of Davison; brother, Alex (Anastasia) Branoff of Grand Blanc and Stefan Branov of Czech Republic; special cousin, Thomas Branoff of Grand Blanc; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, George and Risto; sister, Anastasia Sfetkides. Burial in Evergreen Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Nicholas Orthodox Church in memory of Theodoros Brayanis. Visitation 3-8 p.m. Sunday and Monday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road. A Parastas Service will be held at 7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Mr. Brayanis will be at the church from 10 a.m. Tuesday until the time of the service. Your condolences may be shared with the family at swartzfuneralhomeinc.com

Farnham, Edna E. – of Clio, age 86, went home to be with her Lord on Friday, February 12, 2010 at Genesys Regional Medical Center. Her celebration of life will be held at 11AM Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at Bethany United Methodist Church in Clio. Pastor Roger Gedcke will serve as celebrant. Entombment will follow at Flint Memorial Park. Friends may call at the O’Guinn Family Funeral Home in Clio on Monday from 5-9 PM. Edna will lie in state at the church on Tuesday from 10 AM until time of service. Memorial contributions may be made to Bethany United Methodist Church or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

Edna was born July 29, 1923 in Tennessee. She graduated from Royal Oak High School and married Edsel Farnham on August 30, 1944. He preceded her in death on December 21, 1996. Edna was employed as a medical clerk for Dr. Bruckner for over 30 years.

She was also formerly employed at the Beech Tree Restaurant as a hostess. Edna was a very active member of Bethany United Methodist Church. She served in numerous capacities at the church including lay leadership, altar committee, choir, piano player and the United Methodist Women’s activities. She had also directed The Last Supper portrayal at church and loved being involved in event planning and children’s activities. For Edna, her church was her life and her family. She was also a former member of the Clio Cast and Crew. Edna was also a regular at the Clio Big Boy and enjoyed her 9:00 morning coffee and the fellowship of her friends at the restaurant.

Edna leaves to cherish her memory, her beloved church family and community friends. Please sign our guest book or share an online condolence at www.oguinnfh.com.

DeFrance, Helen A., age 84 of Bancroft passed away on Thursday February 11, 2010 at her residence. Graveside services will be held on Monday February 15, 2010 at 2:00 at Greenwood Cemetery in Vernon. Arrangements by Watkins Brothers Funeral Home in Perry.

Service May 5th at 11am at the Great Lakes National Cemetery

Please contact the funeral home for location of the service.

Please contact the funeral home for location of the service.

Please contact the funeral home for location of the service.

Please contact the funeral home for location of the service.

Please contact the funeral home for location of the service.

Please contact the funeral home for location of the service.

Memorial Luncheon

Saturday 1pm at the Davison Fraternal order of Eagles