Mac E. Tennant, Died April 22, 2019

Mac E. Tennant

Died April 22, 2019

SUTTONS BAY – Mac Edward Tennant, 90, of Suttons Bay, passed away Monday, April 22, 2019 at Munson Hospice House in Traverse City, Michigan.

Mac was born September 14, 1928 at home in Deerfield, Michigan.  He was the oldest son of Leland and Hulda (Traub) Tennant.  Mac married Marian Pennington of Ridgeway, November 7, 1953 at Tecumseh Presbyterian Church.  Marian preceded him in death February 3, 2017.

Mac graduated from Deerfield High School in 1946 and joined the US Army in November 1950.  He served in the 196^th in Alaska during the Korean War attaining the rank of Sergeant First Class.  Living for a year in a tent did not deter Mac’s love for Alaska or the outdoors.  Following his discharge from service in October 1952, Mac returned to farming and worked at Tecumseh Products Co.  He retired from Tecumseh Products in 1990 after 44½ years.

As an avid reader, he always had a book near him and loved visiting the library.  Mac and Marian loved the outdoors so they took their family on many adventures.  They traveled extensively throughout the U.S. (49 of 50 states) and Canada (8 of 10 provinces) camping most of their trips.  Later in life, they visited Ireland, Scotland and England.

Mac was a lifelong member of Deerfield United Methodist Church.  He was a member of the Deerfield American Legion, a volunteer for Hospice of Lenawee County and a teaching mentor at Deerfield Public School.  After moving to Leelanau County, he became an active member of Keswick United Methodist Church.

The family extends their deepest gratitude to the Munson Hospice staff: Leah, Kevin, Amy & Jill and the staff at Munson Hospice house staff for their wonderful care of our Dad and Grandpa.  Thank you!

Mac is survived by his children, Mark (Edith) Tennant of Lynden, WA, Barbara (Pat) Burguard of Northport, David (Jemma) Tennant of Milford, OH and Mary (David) Hovest of Lake Leelanau; his grandchildren, Brynna (Renato) Marimon, Erin (Corey) Jenison, Dylan Burguard, Rita (Thomas) Schneider and Rachel (Jordan) Harmelink; step grandchildren, Tracie (Jeff) Causey and Jamie Nimmo; a brother, John (Shirley) Tennant; five great grandchildren and five step-great grandchildren.

Interment of Mac and Marian will be Tuesday, June 25, 1 p.m. at Deerfield Township Cemetery, Deerfield, Michigan. The memorial service will be Friday, June 28, 11 a.m. at Keswick United Methodist Church in Suttons Bay with visitation at 10 a.m.. Mac's son, Pastor David Tennant, and Pastor Patti Haas will officiate.

Memorials may be directed to Deerfield Public Library, c/o Lenawee District Library, 4459 West US 223, Adrian, MI 49221 and/or Keswick United Methodist Church, 3376 S. Center Hwy, Suttons Bay, MI 49682.

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Kathleen V. Burgess, Died April 16, 2019

Kathleen V. Burgess

Died April 16, 2019

Kathleen (Kathy) Victoria Burgess, age 74, went home to the Lord peacefully on Tuesday, April 16, 2019. She was the devoted wife and best friend to Jay Burgess for 58 years, the loving mother to Jon-Thomas (Diana) and Jacques-Brett (Nancy). She kept her grandchildren; Thomas-Jay, Breanna-Lee, Emily, and Jonah close to her heart and in her prayers every day. 

Kathy was born in Dearborn Michigan to Johnny and Victoria Kobielski. She was close to her brothers Robert(Patricia) Kobielski and Michael Kobielski (Violet Rozkowski). She was very proud of her Polish heritage and in retirement, she and her husband created a Polish food truck business “Grandma-ski’s” and traveled throughout the Midwest. 

She always believed in her family and taught them to  pursue their dreams. Kathy wore many hats in her lifetime; cosmetologist, sales associate, cooking/sewing instructor, volunteer, real estate agent, and medical assistant.  She led by example, for she herself went back to school in her late 40s and received her Diploma in Nursing from one of the last classes of the Henry Ford Hospital nursing program. She was very proud to be a Registered Nurse and worked for many years at Henry Ford Hospital and Beaumont Hospital. 

Kathy will be remembered for her strong faith in Jesus, her creativity, passion for cooking and gardening, compassion for animals, but most importantly, her sensitive and loving heart. 

The family will celebrate Kathy’s life with a private mass at St Ann Catholic Church in Cadillac Michigan. Please keep them in your prayers.  

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Munson Healthcare Foundation - Women’s and Children Center, 1150 Medical Campus Dr., Traverse City, MI 49684.

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Arnold "Arnie" W. Zeits, Died April 29, 2019

Arnold W. Zeits

Died April 29, 2019

NORTHPORT – Arnold Wayne Zeits, 76, of Northport, passed away Monday, April 29, 2019 at home surrounded by his loving family.

Arnie was born Sep. 23, 1942 in Detroit the son of Charles Arthur Zeits and Dorothy Priscilla (Gauthier) Zeits.  On Jan. 6, 1965 at St. Mary’s Church of Lake Leelanau; Fr. Frederick Voss officiated, he married Barbara A. (Dalzell) Zeits who survives.

He was a nice and good man who loved fishing, NASCAR, polka music and dogs.  Arnie was always ready to help a friend in need.  He loved watching the birds feed out of the thirty-six bird feeders that Barb set up.

Arnie and his brother Hugh loved to play baseball, throwing the ball and batting.  He loved family meals, apple pies from his sister in law, Toot and especially strawberries.  He also enjoyed the food and baked goods that his sister-in-law Geneva made.

Arnie is survived by his wife of fifty-four years, Barbara; his brothers, Hugh (Jean) Zeits, Charles (Jackie) Zeits; his in laws; Robert (Diana H.) Dalzell, Geneva (Ken) Graham, Regina “Toot" M. Denoyer, Maxine (Charles) Davis; and many loving nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his in laws, Frank and Elizabeth (Betty) Flees Dalzell and a brother in law, William Dalzell.

Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, May 3 with the Rosary to be prayed at 7 p.m. at the Martinson Funeral Home of Suttons Bay.  The funeral mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 4 at St. Gertrude's Catholic Church in Northport with the family greeting friends at 10:00 am at the church.  Father Leonard Paul will serve as celebrant.  Burial in Leelanau Township Cemetery will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to Leelanau Township Fire and Rescue, PO Box 338, Northport, MI 49670 and/or Mass Intentions.

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Gail M. Denoyer, Died April 19, 2019

Gail Marie Denoyer

Died April 19, 2019

TRAVERSE CITY – Gail Marie Denoyer, 71, of Traverse City, passed away Friday, April 19, 2019 at Munson Hospice House.

Gail was born on Nov. 22, 1947 in Muskegon, the daughter of Herman and Lorna (Hutson) Miller.  On Sept. 20, 1969 at Sacred Heart Church, Muskegon, she married Bernard J. Denoyer who preceded her in death on Dec. 26, 2000.

For Gail, a typical weekend might be playing cards or having coffee with the neighbors.  She was an avid reader and once claimed to have read all the novels in the library.  She loved collecting anything with light houses and liked any kind of yellow flowers.  She was always there to help anyone in need.

Gail is survived by her daughters, Brenda (Joseph) Weatherholt and Michelle Denoyer; grandson, Caleb Weatherholt; granddaughter, Kori Weatherholt; brother, James (Rose) Miller; sister, Dona (Jack) Gilbert; and her beloved nephew, James Denoyer.

In addition to her husband, Gail was preceded in death by a brother, Larry Miller.

A Celebration of Gail’s Life will be held on Monday, May 13, 2019 at 1 p.m.  at Woodside Wesleyan Church, Lake Ann.  Private burial in St. Paul’s Cemetery in Good Harbor will be held at a later date.

Memorials may be directed to the family c/o The Martinson Funeral Home, PO Box 159, Suttons Bay, MI 49682.

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Deloise W. Williams, Died April 14, 2019

Deloise W. Williams

Died April 14, 2019

NORTHPORT – Deloise W. Williams, 73, of Northport passed away on April 14, 2019 at home.

Deloise was born September 3, 1945 in Memphis, Tennessee, the son of Matthew and Debbie (Jackson) Williams.  He married Linda M. (Brooks) Williams, who preceded him in death on December 11, 2016.

Deloise grew up in the south, later moving to Chicago where he met the love of his life, Linda Marie.  He was dedicated to his wife and children, always the loving husband and father.  He taught his children to be strong, and to never give up, always offering words of encouragement and love.

Deloise is survived by his children, Carolyn Kinsley, Matthew Williams, Darnell Williams; and many loving grandchildren and extended family members.

He was preceded in death by his parents; the love of his life, Linda Marie; and his children, Robert Williams, Deloise Williams Jr., Felicia Williams, and Karl Williams.

Memorials may be directed to the Williams Family.

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Joseph W. Novak, Died April 16, 2019

Joseph W. Novak

Died April 16, 2019

Cedar – Joseph Walter Novak, 88, of Cedar, passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at French Manor South Assisted Living.

Joseph was born on May 6, 1930 in Cedar, the son of Walter and Pelagia (Mikowski) Novak.  On May 15, 1954 at St. Monica’s Church in Detroit, he married Jean Margaret Joback, who preceded him in death on April 7, 2017.

As a young boy, Joe being the oldest of 4 boys, had a lot of responsibilities working on the farm.  He would milk the cows every day before going off to school.  During the winter months, he would stay with his grandmother (at the farm just east of Holy Rosary Church), because it was close for him to walk to school.  Joe attended O’Brien and Holy Rosary Schools, graduating in 1948.

After graduating high school, Joe moved to the Ubly, MI area and stayed with an aunt and uncle who resided there, to find employment, as there were limited job opportunities in the Cedar area.  During this time Joe worked at Budd Wheel (a wheel manufacturing factory), until he was laid-off in the spring.  He then moved back home to help on the family farm.

When the farming was completed for the season, Joe again sought employment, this time moving down to the Detroit area residing with another uncle.  This uncle worked for a man by the name of Romeo Kriebich, and Joe began work as a mason tender with this company.

While he was at his uncle’s home in Detroit he met his wife, Jean Joback around 1950.  Jean and a friend used to walk past his uncle’s house and they would exchange a “hello” when Joe and his uncle’s family would be sitting on the front porch, playing cards and talking.

A short time later Joe was drafted into the Army.  He served from January 1952 to January 1954 during the Korean War.  He completed his basic training in Fort Ord, California.  He was then stationed in Austria for about 18 months.  During his time in Austria he would frequently travel to Germany on the weekends.

Joe was discharged from the Army and returned home to the Cedar area.  Approximately 3 months later, he returned to the Detroit area and rekindled his friendship with Jean.  They were married on May 15, 1954 at St. Monica’s Church on the west side of Detroit.

After Joe’s release from the military, he returned to work with Romeo Kriebich and continued to work for him until Mr. Kriebich’s retirement.  After Mr. Kriebich’s retirement, Joe worked for Mr. Kriebich’s son-in-law, Roy Hoeft and his wife Berniece, who took over Romeo’s business.  Joe worked another 2 years for Mr. Hoeft and then became self-employed as a mason contractor.

Joe continued working doing house veneering (stonework, brick & stone laying) until the time of his retirement around 2009.  His last large mason contracting job was in 2006; this was the last time Joe employed a work crew.  He continued to do smaller jobs by himself before finally retiring.  He was very proud of his masonry accomplishments and enjoyed his work.

Upon his final retirement, Joe and his wife traveled and purchased a retirement “get-a-way” home in Alanson, Michigan.  After his wife passed away on April 7, 2017, Joe moved back to the Cedar area on August 16, 2018 residing in a little house, just north of Holy Rosary Church.  He was so grateful to be living back in the Cedar area where he enjoyed watching the deer and turkeys roam the hillside and back yard and listening to Polka music.

Joseph is survived by his son, Carl Novak; his brothers, Adolph (Arlene) Novak and Edward Novak; and many loving nieces and nephews.

In addition to his loving wife of 62 years, Joseph was preceded in death by his son, Kevin Novak, in 2012; his parents, and his brother, Lawrence Novak.

Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 24 with the Rosary to be prayed at 7 p.m. at the Holy Rosary Parish of Isadore.  The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 25 also at the church with the family greeting friends at 10 a.m.  Burial in Mt. Calvary Cemetery will follow.  Father Donald Libby will serve as celebrant.

Memorials may be directed to Holy Rosary Church, 6982 S. Schomberg Road, Cedar, MI 49621 and/or Cedar Fire & Rescue, PO Box 74 Cedar, MI 49621.

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Mary M. Michaelsen, Died April 9, 2019

 

Mary M. Michaelsen

Died April 9, 2019

VANDERBILT – Mary Myrtle Michaelsen, 72, of Vanderbilt passed away on April 9, 2019 at Munson Medical Center.

Mary was born on June 29, 1946 in Gaylord, the daughter of Fenton and Shirley (Swank) Willman. 

After graduating from Gaylord High School, Mary went on to get a degree in nursing from North Central College in Petoskey.  She worked at Northern Michigan Hospital in Petoskey for many years before settling down into retirement.

She enjoyed reading and sewing, and even made her nephews’ Halloween costumes.  She loved her nephews and her two cats, Mork and Mindy.

Mary is survived by her sister, Loree (Duane) Straubel; her nephews, Michael (Stacey) Straubel, and David (Pam) Straubel; and many grand nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, Paul Michaelsen, in 2011.

Private family services have been held.

Memorials may be directed to the Cherryland Humane Society, 1750 Ahlberg Rd, Traverse City, MI 49696.

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Roseanne Schocko, Died April 8, 2019

 Roseanne Schocko

Died April 8, 2019

PESHAWBESTOWN -Roseanne Schocko, 71, Peshawbestown and Benzie, died April 8, 2019 at home.

Roseanne was born on Sept. 9, 1947 the daughter of Isabel Cavasos and Julia (Schocko) Martell.  She graduated from high school and after college, she began working at Harley-Davidson Motorcycles in Milwaukee, WI.  Roseanne rose through the ranks and obtained a company security clearance and was one of sixteen personnel to work in Harley-Davidson’s Experimental Motors Division.

Roseanne is survived by her children, Romero, Angela, and Joseph Schocko; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; siblings, Carol Schocko, Angus (Nancy) Schocko, and Bill (Robin) Martell.

She was preceded in death by her sisters, Kathleen Maldonado and Judith Schocko; a brother, Leroy Schocko; and parents.

Visitation will be held from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday, April 12, 2019 at Martinson Funeral Home, Suttons Bay. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 13, 2019 at St. Kateri Tekakwitha Church, Peshawbestown, with family greeting friends one hour prior.  Burial will follow the service.  Sister Sue Gardner will officiate.

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Thomas D. Ball, Died April 1, 2019

Thomas D. Ball

Died April 1, 2019

LAKE LEELANAU – Thomas Dean Ball, 81, of Lake Leelanau, passed away on Monday, April 1, 2019 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Tom was born June 2, 1937 in Pontiac the son of Dean and Naomi (Kempton) Ball.  In June 1960 in Commerce Township he married Kaye Eleanor (Smithson) Ball who preceded him in death on June 29, 2017.

He was Mr. Fix-It on his property.  Tom loved anything with a motor in it in his youth, even working on race cars.  He worked for over thirty years with Oakland County Road Commission retiring as a supervisor.

Tom is survived by a daughter-in-law, Karen Ball; a son-in-law, Al Tester; and a brother-in-law, David (Carol) Smithson.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Kaye; his parents; and two children, Brian Ball and Martha Tester.

Private family services have been held.

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M. Monica Huck, Died March 30, 2019

M. Monica Huck

Died March 30, 2019

NORTHPORT – M. Monica Huck, 101, of Northport passed away on March 30, 2019 surrounded by members of her loving family at Northport Highlands.

Monica was born on Dec. 1, 1917 in Flint, the daughter of Allister and Pheobe (Reagan) McLeod.  On April 18, 1938 in South Bend, she married J. Gordon Huck, the love of her life, who preceded her in death in 1998 after 60 years of marriage.

Monica was a woman of many interests.  She was a talented artist, spending many hours painting.  She was an accomplished golfer and bridge player.  She was an excellent cook, always ready to put a plate in front of you, and it was always delicious.  Monica and Gordon traveled the world, visiting Japan, China, Australia, New Zealand, Scotland, Ireland and many more places along the way.

Monica witnessed many changes in her 101 years of life, including the papacy of 9 popes and the administrations of 18 presidents of the United States.  In her later years she was an avid reader and loved to follow sports, especially the "older PGA golfers" and the Detroit Tigers.

Monica and Gordon spent the early years of their marriage in West Branch, moving to East Tawas in the 1950's.  When Gordon retired from Consumers Power Co. she and Gordon would winter in Florida and Summer in Tawas.  She later moved to Northport to be closer to her family.  No love was greater than that of Monica’s love for her grandchildren. 

Monica is survived by her children, Richard (Irene) Huck of Northport, Gregory (Marleen) Huck of Bonita Springs, Florida and Thomas (Nancy) Huck of Hale, Michigan; her grandchildren, Jim (Linda) Huck, Tim (Mary) Huck, Megan (Bill) Shaffner, Todd (Bonnie) Huck, and Beth (Pat) Roach; fourteen great grandchildren; one great great grandchild as well as another on the way; and many loving nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Allister & Phoebe McLeod; her loving husband of 60 years, Gordon; granddaughter, Tracy; and all twelve of her siblings.

The funeral mass will be held at  11 a.m. on Friday, April 12, 2o19 at St. Gertrude's Church, Northport.  Father Leonard Paul will serve as celebrant.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Munson Hospice, 1105 Sixth Street, Traverse City, MI 49684 and/or St. Gertrude’s Parish, P.O. Box 9, Suttons Bay, MI 49682.

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Nessa L. Laing, Died March 30, 2019

Nessa Lumsden Laing

Died March 30, 2019

TRAVERSE CITY – Nessa Lumsden Laing, 92, passed away on March 30, 2019 at Medilodge of Leelanau. 

Nessa was born on Jan. 7, 1927 in Royal Oak, the daughter of Alexander and Margaret

(Paisley) Lumsden. On April 23, 1949, also in Royal Oak, she married Edsel Chapman

Laing who preceded her in death on May 5, 2016.

Nessa obtained a BA in Home Economics from Michigan State University, married Ed

and quickly put her education to use managing a household of three sons, a husband,

various dogs, cats and horses over the next 25 years. Nessa and Ed were do-it-yourselfers, believing that almost no project around the home required outside help, thus teaching their sons to be self-sufficient.

An avid golfer and all-around athlete, Nessa won women’s golf championships at Plum

Hollow Golf Club and Crystal Downs Country Club multiple times over the years.  A

knitter, quilter, and crafter she made, by hand, countless sweaters and quilts for her

sons and their families.

Nessa was a tireless advocate for her family and hosted many family reunions and

holiday parties doing much of the work herself.  She will be remembered as a strong,

independent, loving mother, wife, grandmother and great grandmother and a woman of

faith.

Nessa is survived by her sons, Stuart (Sharon), Scot (Rose), and Alan Laing;

grandchildren, Michael (Kristen) and Peter Laing; and great-grandsons, Everett and

Carson Laing.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 67 years, Edsel; granddaughter,

Grace McNeil; sisters, May (Jim) Richardson, Dorothy (Jack) Doyle, and Jean (Jim)

Valrance.

Per Nessa’s wishes, cremation has taken place and private family services have been

held.

Memorials may be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association, 921 W. 11^th Street, Suite 1W
Traverse City, MI 49684

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