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Please contact the funeral home for location of the service.

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TODD, Edna G. of Montrose, age 88, died Monday, February 8, 2010 at Maple Woods Nursing Home. Honoring her wishes, cremation has taken place. Committal prayers will be 3 PM Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at the Montrose Township Cemetery. Contributions in her memory may be made to Maple Woods Manor or the hospice of one’s choice.

Edna was born in Montrose July 5, 1921 to the late Glenn and Hazel (Dunham) Francisco and lived in Montrose her entire life. She married Bernard Todd on February 8, 1941. He preceded her in death on June 8, 1997. Mrs. Todd was a bus driver for Montrose Schools for 12 years.

Surviving are: daughter, Denise (Devon) Hartman of Montrose; granddaughter, Lindsay Miller; brother, Max Francisco; sister, Donna (Bud) Horning; several nieces and nephews. A sister Onalee McDonald, also preceded her in death. Please sign our guest book or share an online condolence with the family at www.oguinnfh.com

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MOLINA, Richard “Rick” M. – Of Mt. Morris, age 56, went to be with God on Sunday, February 7, 2010. Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10am Friday, February 12, 2010 at All Saints Catholic Church, 4063 W. Pierson Road, Flint, Father Anthony Majchrowski officiating.

Burial in Sunset Hills Cemetery. Visitation 1-3pm and 5-8pm Wednesday and 11am-8pm Thursday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Flint. A Rosary will be prayed 7pm Thursday evening at the funeral home. Mr. Molina will be at the church from 9am Friday until the time of the Mass. Richard was born in Flint on November 24, 1953,to Eleanor (Moret) and Marcello Molina. He graduated from Carman High School, Class of 1972. On September 16, 1972, he married Rhonda Kay (Kelly) at St. Lukes Catholic Church in Flint. He was employed at Complete Auto Transit for over twenty years where he was affectionately referred to as “Greek”. Most recently he was a maintenance department employee at Wal-Mart in Clio. He was also a member of Teamsters #332. He was a loyal member of All Saints Catholic Church where he served as an usher for over twenty years.  He was a very friendly hard worker who enjoyed fishing, working in his yard and garden, spending time with his family, especially with his grandchildren. Surviving are devoted wife, Rhonda; Sons, Richard Patrick (Sarah) Molina and Ryan Kelly (Joanna) Molina; grandson, Joe; granddaughters, Hadyn, Brianna and Kelsey; mother, Eleanor; two sisters, three brothers, many nieces and nephews; mother-in-law, Pearline Kelly. He was preceded in death by father, Marcello Molina, younger brother, Chris Molina, father-in-law, Patrick Kelly and his beloved four legged companion, Muffin.

The family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff at Hurley Medical Center. The excellent service received in the Neuro Intensive Care Unit was beyond measure and very appreciated.

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CLARK, Barbara – Of Flint, age 84, died Sunday, February 7, 2010 at her residence. Funeral service will be held 11am Thursday, February 11, 2010 at Peace Lutheran Church, 2051 West Maple Ave., Flint, Reverend Paul M. Boerger officiating. Burial in Evergreen Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Peace Lutheran Church. Visitation 5-8pm Wednesday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road. Mrs. Clark will be at the church 10:30am Thursday until the time of the service.                                     

Barbara was born in Flint on August 30, 1925. On September 13, 1947 she married Robert Clark in Flint. Barbara was a member of Peace Lutheran Church. 

Surviving are husband, Robert; Children, Bobbie and husband David Emerick of Kansas, Edward Clark and partner Richard Almendra of California; 3 grandchildren, Amy Moddesette, Rebecca Warren, Scott Emerick; 8 great-grandchildren; Sisters, Mary Piecek of Flushing, Helen Adams of Florida, Agnes and husband Mel Howell of Flint; Many nieces and nephews. 

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SMITH, Frances A. – Of Clio, age 68, died Friday, February 5, 2010 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Funeral services will be held at 11AM, Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at the O’Guinn Family Funeral Home in Clio. Rev. Fr. Gerald J. Ploof and Pastor David Burkett officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday from 5-9 PM and Tuesday from 12-9 PM.

Frances was born July 27, 1941 in Flint, Michigan to the late Howard and Viola (Holdorph) Thompson. She graduated from Hoover High School in 1959 and had resided in Clio the past 43 years. She married John Smith March 4, 1961 in Flint. Frances was a member of Saints Charles & Helena Catholic Church in Clio and also attended the Mt. Morris United Brethren in Christ Church. She enjoyed bowling and was a member of KOPS. Frances especially loved spending time with her family.

Surviving are: husband, John “Jack” ; 4 children: JoAnn (Rick) Schatz, Fawn (Phil) Butcher, John (Kera) Smith and Jim (Melissa) Smith. 13 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Sister: Ella Rockwell. Frances was also preceded in death by 5 brothers and 2 sisters. Please sign our guest book or share an online condolence with the family at www.oguinnfh.com

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RAISON, Judith Ann (Vuillemot) – of Clio, age 63, died Saturday, February 6, 2010 at Genesys Hospice Care Center in Goodrich. Funeral services will be 11 AM Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at the O’Guinn Family Funeral Home in Clio, Rev. Fr. Gerald Ploof officiating. Cremation to follow. Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday from 3-9 PM.

Judy was born March 23, 1946 in Flint to the late Louis and Gertrude (Coates) Vuillemot and lived in Clio her entire life. She married John “Russ” Raison on December 17, 1964. He preceded her in death on January 12, 2010. Mrs. Raison had attended Saints Charles and Helena Catholic Church. She loved collecting Beanie Babies, doing crafts and loved her dogs, Molly and Annie.

Surviving are: 3 sons, John (Andrea) Raison of Flint, David (Wendy) Raison of Flushing, Michael (Angela) Raison of Clio; 5 grandchildren, Sydney, Matt, Andy, Savanna and Connor; 2 brothers, John (Mary) Vuillemot of Clio, Mark Vuillemot of CT; sister, Karen Adams of Clio; several nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by 3 brothers, Jim (Louis), Bob and Matt Vuillemot. The family extends a special thank you to “Sis” Mary and Genesys Hospice Care Center. Please sign our guest book or share an online condolence with the family at www.oguinnfh.com

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PORRITT, Jerry “Papa” – Of Burton, age 71, died Friday, February 5, 2010 at Hurley Medical Center. Funeral service will be held 11am Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Pastor D. Joey Graves officiating. Burial in Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation 1-8pm Monday at the funeral home. Contributions may be directed to First Presbyterian Church or Avalon Hospice. 

Jerry was born in Flint on October 11, 1938, and lived in the Flint area for over 50 years. Jerry served in the United States Navy. Jerry, known as “Papa”, was loved by his children and his grandchildren were the center of his universe. 

Surviving are children, Allyson Porritt of Burton, Douglas Porritt of Grand Rapids, Tonnie Carter of Grand Rapids, Ann and Dennis Deering of Grand Blanc and Amy Owen of Burton; Grandchildren, Ryan, Darci, Erin, Amanda, Austin, Emily, Cheyenne; Special grandkids, Jacob, Lauren, Jo-Lee and Krystal; Sisters, Donna (Roger) MacDonald and Rosemary Inman; Many close friends, cousins and special people. 

He was preceded in death by wife, Mary, mother, Marjorie Porritt, father, Lewis Porritt, sisters, Laura Bryant and Carol Momany and brother, Robert Porritt. 

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DRAPER, Amanda J. – Of Montrose, age 25, died Saturday, February 6, 2010 as a result of an automobile accident. A Memorial Mass will be held at 11 AM Friday, February 12, 2010 at St. Michael Catholic Church in Maple Grove with Fr. T.J. Fleming officiating. Friends may call at the O’Guinn Family Funeral Home in Montrose on Wednesday from 6-9 PM and Thursday from 12-9 PM. A parish vigil service will be held at 7 PM Thursday evening at the funeral home and a Rosary will be prayed by the Knights of Columbus at 8 PM. Contributions may be made to the family.

Amanda was born December 2, 1984 in Flint, Michigan to David and Christine (Hoehn) Draper. She lived in Montrose most of her life. Amanda was a 2003 graduate of Hill McCloy High School in Montrose and had been attending Baker College. She was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church in Maple Grove. Amanda had previously worked at Joanne Fabrics in Flint.

Surviving are: parents, David and Christine Draper of Montrose; siblings, Allyson Draper of Montrose, Jennifer Draper of Midland, Danny Draper of Saginaw; fiancé, Joe Du Breuil of Flint; grandfather, Jim Hoehn of Montrose; special niece and nephew, Anthony and Kierra Bunker of Midland; many aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends. She was preceded in death by her grandparents; Mary Hoehn, Jean and Darrell Draper. Please sign our guest book or share an online condolence with the family at www.oguinnfh.com

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BIRMINGHAM, Anna E. – Of Grand Blanc, age 86, died Saturday,February 6, 2010 at Avalon Hospice. Funeral service will be held 1pm Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Pastor Leonard Saunders of Trinity Baptist Church officiating. Burial in Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation 4-8pm Monday at the funeral home.                                    

Anna was born in Koppern, Germany on November 9, 1923. She married Ewell V. Birmingham on September 4, 1946 in Koppern, Germany and he preceded her in death on April 28, 1998. Anna was a member and former Sunday School Teacher at Great Lakes Baptist Temple.

Surviving are, Sons, Frank of Grand Blanc, Lesley and wife Dianne of Burton, daughter, Trudy and husband David Koffman of Flushing; grandchildren, Mike and wife Tracey Barrow of Starr, SC, Jim Barrow of Davison, Erika Barrow of Saginaw, Todd and wife Colleen Birmingham of Ferndale, Emily Koffman of Flushing; 7 great-grandchildren, Chad and Amanda, Kelsey and Lindsey, Tabitha, Mia and Dylan; She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Angelika Barrow and son, Benjamin, 5 sisters and 2 brothers. 

The family wishes to thank Avalon Hospice for all the special care they gave to Anna.

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AUSTIN, Ralph E. – Of Flint, age 85, died Saturday, February 6, 2010 at Avalon Hospice. A graveside service will be held 11am Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at Sunset Hills Cemetery, Reverend Paul Ytterock officiating. Visitation 2-8pm Tuesday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road.

Ralph was born in Boyne City, Michigan on February 13, 1924, the son of the late Frank and Ivy (Farrier) Austin. Ralph served in the United States Army and was discharged on February 16, 1946. On May 25, 1950, he married Winifred Watson. Ralph was employed with and retired from Consumers Power Co. He enjoyed woodcarving, painting, riding his bicycle and his grandchildren.

Surviving are wife, Winifred; Children, Rosemary Letourneau, Susanne (Jack) Gambina, Douglas Austin, Patrice (Paul) Chandler, Jean (Joe) Spurlock; Sister, Josephine Izett of Lawrenceville, GA; 7 grandchildren 11 great-grandchildren; Many nieces and nephews; Special friends, Mary Martin, Marilyn Robinson and Irwin Madison.

He was preceded in death by parents, brothers, Merlin and Gerald and sister Velma Byrne.

AFTERGLOW

I’d like the memory of me to be a happy one. I’d like to leave an Afterglow of smiles when day is done. I’d like to leave an echo…whispering softly down the ways of happy times and laughing times and bright sunny days. I’d like the tears of those who grieve to dry before the sun of happy memories that I leave behind when day is done.

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