Sherman J. Mashka, "Makoons", Died May 23, 2020

Sherman J. Mashka

“Makoons”

Died May 23, 2020

PESHAWBESTOWN – Sherman James Mashka, Makoons, 38, of Peshawbestown, passed away Saturday, May 23, 2020 in Peshawbestown.

Sherman was born Dec. 10, 1981 in Grand Rapids, the son of Wendland White and Elaine Mashka.

He enjoyed life and had a smile that would light up a room.  He was the life of the party, and if there was no party, Sherman would make his own.  He dearly loved babies, and all of his nieces and nephews.

Sherman is survived by his father, Wendland, four children, Raymond, Aiden, Michael and Gabriel; and his siblings, Brian Nelis, Andrew, Nelis, Michael Medawis, Curtis White, Martin Garcia, Zachary Hartlev, Nicholas Hartlev, Stormy Windancer Doan and Serena White and many loving extended family members.

He was preceded in death by his mother Elaine, and a sister, Sheena.

Private family burial in Hillcrest Cemetery, Omena, has been held.

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Dr. Louis C. Hartesvelt DDS, Died May 18, 2020

Louis C. Hartesvelt DDS

Died May 18, 2020

SUTTONS BAY - Dr. Louis Charles Hartesvelt, 86, of Suttons Bay, completed his earthly journey trusting in the promises of Christ and joined his God and the rank of the saints in heaven on Monday, May 18, 2020 after a brief hospitalization.

He was born October 14, 1933 in Grand Rapids, to Peter Andrew Hartesvelt and Anna Katherine Gies.  His mother Anna died while Louis was a young teen and Adella Wyborn married his father to continue to love and raise him into adulthood.  

Louis (Lou and known by most as Doc) married Elizabeth (Liz) Ida Yeaw who survives him, on August 11, 1956, this summer would mark 64 years of devoted marriage.  While she worked in the Pathology Dept. of U. of M. Hospital, Lou finished Dental School, graduating in 1958.

Lou joined the U.S. Public Health Service and he and Liz were stationed at the Choctaw Indian Hospital of Talihina, Oklahoma where he was a Dentist to the Native American people there.  While in Oklahoma, they gave birth to their son, John Charles on Dec. 8, 1958 who later died at age six months.  Before leaving the service and Oklahoma, their daughter, Catherine Lynn was born and the small family headed north back to Michigan.

They came to the Leelanau and Grand Traverse area hoping to expand their family and set up a dental practice.  Doc and Liz purchased a practice owned by Dr. Kitson in Suttons Bay and enjoyed almost forty years doing the work and serving his patients he so enjoyed.  Their family grew during those years with the birth of Janet Carol, a landscape designer and Amy Louise, talented musician as was he.  All three daughters live in the area and will miss their Dad, a great father and a fine example of a Christian man like no other.  Doc and Liz also treated many close friends as members of their family, notably Robin Patterson, dedicated employee and hygienist to the practice and Michelle and Allan Crocker, their children and grandchildren as their additional children.

Doc’s favorite places on earth were his home and garden in Suttons Bay and his retreat on Beaver Island owned by his sister, Harriet Nelson, who survives, and his beloved brother-in-law and friend Dr. Raymond Nelson who predeceased him.  Doc designed and built the Nelson cabin on the island with the help of many friends from another favorite place, Northern Lumber in Suttons Bay.  Many hunting trips, euchre games and family gatherings took place in that cabin.

His last visits to the island were to celebrate their 60^th wedding anniversary in 2016 as the island was their honeymoon destination and again when the original deck was redesigned and replaced more recently to inspect the work and make sure it was up to his standard.  Doc was also an avid outdoorsman enjoying all of nature especially our national parks.  His brother, Dr. Richard Hartesveldt, who predeceased him as well, had been a professor at San Jose State, teaching Forestry, specializing in the study of the Sequoias.  Doc loved reading about and visiting Sequoia National Forest.  He also loved a good game of cribbage with his best friends George Brach and Jerry Henshaw who also predeceased him.

Doc loved fishing, hunting, woodworking, music, especially choral music.  He was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church and their choir for 59 years and Rotary, as well as, the Rotary Minstrel back in the 60’s & 70’s.  In Suttons Bay he enjoyed the fellowship of the Rotarians where he served as Sergeant of Arms for almost 59 years, leading the singing with vim and vigor.

  

Doc also served his community and was part of the first EMT ranks with Suttons Bay Bingham Fire & Rescue, was a board member of Suttons Bay Public Schools and the Traverse Bay Area Intermediate School District, taught Public Boating and Outboard Maintenance with Harve Norris while a member of the United States Power Squadron in the 60’s and continued his Boy Scout of America training becoming a leader of the next generation of scouts for many years with his good friend George in the Suttons Bay area.

He is survived and will be missed by his daughters, Cathy (David Bleich), Janet (Guy Leslie) and Amy (Thomas Mamo); his grandchildren, Susan (Ryan Korson), Mitchell Herman (Taylor Bebow) and Marta Herman.  He also has many nieces and nephews who will remember their Uncle Louie fondly.

Graveside services will be held in Rest Lawn Memorial Park, Grand Rapids at a later date.  An announcement of a celebration of Doc’s life will be held at Immanuel Lutheran Church of Suttons Bay, also at a later date.

Memorials may be sent to Immanuel Lutheran Church, PO Box 206, Suttons Bay, MI 49682 or the Yosemite Conservancy, 101 Montgomery Street, Suite 1700, San Francisco, CA 94104 or at yosemite.org

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Sharon L. Brandt, Died May 17, 2020

Sharon L. Brandt

Died May 17, 2020

SUTTONS BAY – Sharon Louise Brandt, 78, of Suttons Bay, passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2020 at home surrounded by her loving family.

Sharon was born Aug. 12, 1941 in Detroit the daughter of Louis and Catherine (Saccoia) Goldone.  On May 9, 1964 in Harper Woods she married Harry Brandt, who survives.

Sharon was an elementary teacher for 30 years and enjoyed walking around the village of Suttons Bay, gardening, taking rides throughout the county, and enjoyed visits from family.  She will continue to be loved by her family and friends who have known her to be selfless, charitable, and very faithful to her religion.

There is now a hole in the hearts of all who knew and loved Sharon.  For the past four years, Sharon bravely battled non-hodgkin lymphoma and was thankful to all of the caretakers at The Cowell Family Cancer Center.

Sharon is survived by her loving husband of fifty-six years, Harry; her three children, Amy (William) Prusaitis of Farmington Hills, MI, Jeff (Denise) Brandt of Novi, MI, Paul (Dana) Brandt 0f Frisco, Texas; and five grandchildren, Julia Brandt, Jack Brandt, Scott Brandt, Parker Brandt and Dylan Brandt.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Catherine Goldone.

Private family services in Oakland Hills Memorial Gardens in Novi have been held.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made on her behalf to the Munson Health Cancer Care Fund, 1150 Medical Campus Drive Traverse City, MI 49684 or via the direct web link of:

https://www.munsonhealthcare.org/munson-healthcare-foundations/areas-you-can-support/cancer-services-support

A Star Fell from Heaven

A star fell from heaven,

right into my arms,

the brightest star I know

I've ever seen.  Then I found

out that it was only

you with all your charm,

who came into my life

to fill a dream.

A fallen star,

that's what you are.

A twinkle in your eye

fell from the sky.

You must have strayed

from the milky way - 

a fallen star, that's what you are.

                                                                                       Love Forever, Harry

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Beverly J. Bell Died May 16, 2020

Beverly J. Bell

Died May 16, 2020

NORTHPORT – Beverly June Bell, of Northport, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2020 at Northport Highlands.

Beverly was born on May 13, 1928 at her parents’ home in Detroit, the daughter of Anna and Benjamin Sipes.  She attended St. Theresa’s Catholic School for 12 years.  After graduation, she studied Marketing and Management at the Detroit Business Institute.  She went on to work at Detroit Edison and then General Motors.

Beverly married John Frank Bell on October 30, 1948.  They were married for 47 years before his death.  She spent most of her life being a wife, homemaker, and raising her children.  Later she went on to work as secretary for the Birmingham Board of Education, then to Pontiac General Hospital of Anesthesiology Department.  Beverly also went on to earn her real estate and then broker’s license.  After retiring to Northport, she worked as the zoning administrator for four years.

Beverly’s religion and church were dear to her heart and guided her throughout her life.  She will be missed by her children, Christine (Brian) Kimmerly, Curtis (Beth) Bell, David Bell and Kathy Bell; grandchildren, Christopher (Chrissy) Bell, Bridget Bell, Scott (Brittany) Kimmerly, Leah (David) Holder, Ian (Amanda) Kimmerly; and great-grandchildren, Asher, Rhys, Harper, Vivian, Elliot, and Owen.

In addition to her husband, John Frank, Beverly was preceded in death by her sister, Geraldine; son, Arthur; and daughter, Karen Marie.

Due to the Covid-19 virus, a private service will be held at St. Gertrude’s in Northport.  Burial will take place at Leelanau Township Cemetery.

Memorials may be directed to St. Gertrude’s Parish, PO Box 9, Suttons Bay, MI 49682.

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Kenneth R. Poineau Sr. Died May 14, 2020

Kenneth R. Poineau Sr.

1927 ~ 2020 

Kenneth Roy Poineau Sr., 90, of Maple City, passed away Thursday, May 14, 2020 at home with his loving family.


Kenneth was born July 20, 1929 in Saginaw the son of Alfred John Poineau and Hazel G. (Jacob) Poineau.  He married Daisy Corrine (Fila) Poineau who preceded him in death in 2000.


As a young man Kenneth served his nation in the U.S. Army during Korean Conflict.  Afterwards Ken spent a lifetime working in construction.  Carpentry was part of his being and he loved making keepsake toys, hope chests or tables for his family.  He had a green thumb and grew flowers, bushes and landscaped his property.


Ken was a man whose character was built on faith and family.  He attended church and found his greatest comfort being at home surrounded by his family.


Kenneth is survived by his children, Ricky Alan (Sandy) Poineau, Kimberly Ann (Ed) Poineau Holman, Mark Anthony (Stacy) Poineau, daughter-in-law Kay Poineau; his sister, Betty Ronan; eleven grandchildren; eighteen great grandchildren and one on the way; two great-great grandchildren and one on the way.


He was preceded in death by his wife, Daisy; his sons, Kenneth Roy Poineau Jr. and Michael John Poineau; a grandchild, Ricky Alan Poineau Jr.; his siblings, Caroline Frazier, Alfred Poineau, Rose Nichols, John Poineau, and Barbara Abbott.


Private family visitation and mass will be held at Holy Rosary Church, Isadore.  Burial to follow at St. Rita Cemetery.


Memorials may be directed to the Poineau family, P.O. Box 159, Suttons Bay, MI 49682.


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Bonnie J. Quick Died May 6, 2020

Bonnie J. Quick

1948 ~ 2020

GLEN ARBOR – Bonnie Jean Quick, 71, of Glen Arbor passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 6, 2020 at Munson Medical Center.

Bonnie was born on June 7, 1948 in Grand Rapids.  She attended Congress Elementary and was a proud graduate of Grand Rapids Central HS Class of 1966.

Bonnie lived in Illinois and Iowa and returned to the Grand Rapids area before moving to beautiful Glen Arbor and marrying Richard E. Quick in August of 1983.  In 1988 she was elected as Glen Arbor Township Clerk and served until 2019.  One of Bonnie’s favorite aspect of her job was meeting all the people in the area.  She was also a member and former president of the Glen Arbor Women’s Club and thoroughly enjoyed being the Grand Marshal for Glen Arbor’s 2018 Fourth of July Parade.  

Bonnie is survived by her husband, Richard E. Quick; her son, Joshua James Humphrey; and dear grandsons Joshua James Humphrey Jr. and Jaxon Humphrey; sisters-in-law, Cynthia (Mac) Fortner and Judy Dawson; several nieces and nephews; step grandchildren, and many friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Anton and Jean Eggebeen.

A Celebration of Bonnie’s life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the scholarship fund at Glen Arbor Women’s Club, PO Box 412, Glen Arbor, MI 49636.

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Vincent J. Graham Died May 5, 2020

Vincent J. Graham

Died May 5, 2020

 

EMPIRE – Vincent John Graham, 78, of Empire, passed away on Tuesday, May 5 at his home.

Vincent was born on April 18, 1942 in Looe, England, the son of Joseph and Sara Graham.

A full obituary will be updated upon approval from the family.

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Randall K. Clarke Died May 2, 2020

Randall K. Clarke

Died May 2, 2020

ELMWOOD TOWNSHIP – Randall Kent Clarke, 81, loving husband, and father passed away Saturday, May 2, 2020 at home surrounded by his loving family.

Randy was born in Redford on a summer day on August 28, 1938 the fourth child of Earle and Elsie (Souder) Clarke.  He grew up in a loving, God fearing family with six siblings.  In his youth, the family spent their summers on the shores of Lake Leelanau in Traverse City.

On June 30, 1961 at the Pierson family home in Redford Twp., he married his high school sweetheart of 55 years, Carol Marie Pierson, who preceded him in death on April 17, 2017.  They started their life together in Redford  and moved to Traverse City in 1966.  They enjoyed 55 years as husband and wife.  It was rare to see one of them without the other.  Their children, Randylynn and Brian were their pride and joy.  They had a strong faith in God that directed their path in life.

Randy was a gifted mechanic and owned and operated Clarke’s Garage with his brother Dan and later his son Brian.  The garage employed several family members through the years and were known far and wide for their expertise in transmission repair.  Randy had a tender heart which was evident when he was with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.  He had a love for fishing, hunting, boating and also his dogs. He will be remembered for the fierce way he loved people and for his stories that would make you laugh until you cried and his many pranks.

It would not be possible to name all who provided a loving helping hand throughout his illness, but his children want to express gratitude to a few of those golden hearts who in most recent months were always there, anytime, any way:  Iris, Nancy, Larry, Gladah, Dave and Brenda, and a very special thanks to those who made all the difference in the very last hours:  Tanya, Susie, and Amy and Addie.  There were so many others who helped and encouraged, and it is all appreciated.

Randy is survived by his children, Randylynn Bourassa and Brian (Sarah) Clarke; seven grandchildren, Nicholas, Aislyn (Nathan), Courtney, Adelaide, Benjamin, Christian, and Christina; great-grandchildren, Elizabeth, Brookelyn, and Alison; siblings, Wayne Clarke, Jerry (Esther) Clarke, Judy (Ivan) Kevelin, Gladah (Larry) Keeney, and Dan (Nancy) Clarke; many of whom thought of him as a “dad”, and a multitude of other family and friends.

In addition to his wife, Randy was preceded in death by his sister, Leah (George) Whitefield.

The family will be holding a private memorial in Bingham.  The family asks that flowers not be sent as they cannot be placed where seen and appreciated during these unusual times.

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William R. Cook Died April 21, 2020

William R. Cook

1947 ~ 2020

William Richard Cook, 72, of Northport, passed away on April 21, 2020.

Bill was born on September 8, 1947 in Traverse City, the son of Cleo and Lela (Wilson) Cook.

Bill was a one-of-a-kind accomplished professional musician.  He was a constant musical presence at Trinity Church UCC for more than 50 years and at St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church for more than 23 years.  His selections of preludes and postludes were impeccable.  He blessed so many lives with the music of his hands, his feet, and his voice.  The swell of his organ playing filling sanctuaries will not soon be forgotten.  His vocal and trombone solos and duets remain treasured memories.  He was the pianist for many years with the Back Room Gang and played Dixieland with an improvisational flair.  Bill is remembered fondly by his Northport School classmates and friends within the Village.  In addition to playing music, Bill was a gardener, landscaper, and baker.  

We miss you, Bill Cook, and are grateful for your legacy among us.

Bill is survived by his brother, Clinton (Cheryl) Cook; nieces, Melissa Cook-Farr and Darci Dean; and five grand nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Merretta “Poppy” Nash.

An opportunity for the community to gather and honor Bill’s life will be planned for a date in the future.

Memorials may be directed to Bill’s family, c/o Trinity Church UCC, PO Box 156, Northport, MI 49670.

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