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December 10, 2003ObituariesALVIN FRANK BRIAN, 88, of Brethren, died Monday, Dec. 8, 2003, at his home.A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2003, at Lakeview Church of the Brethren, in Brethren. Cremation will take place at Oak Grove Cemetery, with final interment in the Marilla Cemetery. Arrangements by Edwards-Oak Grove Funeral Home of Bear Lake. KEVIN B. CURTIS, 49, of Grawn, died Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2003, at home. The family is being served by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home in Traverse City. GRACE M. KOHN, 95, of Traverse City, formerly of Mesick, died Monday, Dec. 8, 2003, at Grand Traverse Pavilions. A full obituary, including visitation and funeral times, will appear in tomorrow's edition of the Record-Eagle. Arrangements are being handled by Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home in Traverse City. GEORGE W. LILES, 81, of Traverse City, died Monday, Dec. 8, 2003, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. The family is being served by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home in Traverse City. FLORENCE K. LOFTUS, 90, of Grayling, died Sunday, Dec. 7, 2003. Visitation will be held on Friday, Dec. 12, 2003, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m., at Sorenson Funeral Home of Grayling. A funeral will take place following the vistation, at 1 p.m., on Friday, Dec. 12, 2003, also at Sorenson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Lovells Township Cemetery. Arrangements by Sorenson Funeral Home, McEvers Chapel, Grayling. EUGENE D. ROGERS, 91, of Frankfort, died Monday evening, Dec. 8, 2003, at The Maples. Arrangements are pending at the Frankfort Chapel, McElduff Funeral Homes. GARY W. SCHARMEN, 61, died Sunday, Dec. 7, 2003, at his home in Fife Lake. Funeral services will be held in Milton, Fla. Burial will be in Barrancas National Cemetery. Wolfe Funeral Home in Kalkaska is in charge of arrangements. Gloria Ann Drobena Died December 9, 2003 THOMPSONVILLE - Gloria Ann Drobena, 71, of Thompsonville, died Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2003, at her home. She was born on Aug. 18, 1932, in Chicago, the daughter of Kenneth and Gertrude (Prepejchal) Carlson. On Aug. 29, 1953, in Copemish, Gloria married Paul R. Drobena, who survives her. Gloria retired from The Mitchell Corporation, in Benzonia, where she had been employed for 27 years. Gloria was a member of the American Legion Read-Osborne Post #531 Ladies Auxiliary in Copemish. In her spare time, Gloria enjoyed reading, watching movies, traveling, and playing with her pets. Most of all, Gloria loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Along with her husband, Gloria is survived by four children, Cindy (Darryl) Olmstead of Beulah, Thomas (Debbie) Drobena of Copemish, Jeffrey Drobena of Thompsonville, and Debra (Donald) Scheirer of Boulder City, Nev.; five grandchildren, Catina (Todd) Armstrong Crossman of Honor, Tiffany Armstrong of Greensboro, N.C., Chastity Drobena of Schoolcraft, Dwy Drobena of Copemish, and Andrew Drobena of Copemish; four great-grandchildren, Casey Drobena, Allison Crossman, Joseph Crossman, and Wesley Drobena; three step-brothers, Tim Kulawiak, Mickey Kulawiak, and Vincent Kulawiak, all of Thompsonville; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Gloria was preceded in death by her daughter, Pandora Haugen; her parents; her step-father, Mitchell Kulawiak; and one brother, Alan Kulawiak. Memorial services will be conducted at 11 a.m, Thursday, Dec. 11, 2003, at the Terwilliger Funeral Home, in Kaleva, with Reverend Floyd Soper officiating. The family will receive friends Thursday, Dec. 11, 2003, from 10 a.m. until the time of services, at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Legion Read-Osborne Post #531 Ladies Auxiliary, or to the Thompsonville Ambulance Service. Envelopes are available at the Terwilliger Funeral Home. Suzanne Wilson Died Dec. 9, 2003 GLEN ARBOR - Suzanne Wilson, 63, a renowned painter of Glen Arbor, died Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2003, at her home. She was born on May 6, 1940, in Iron Mountain. Suzanne graduated from John D. Pierce High School in Marquette and attended Northern Michigan University. She taught, painted, and traveled widely, and was a mentor for the arts in northern Michigan. A founding member of Lake Street Studios and the Glen Arbor Art Association, Suzanne was active in civic and conservation efforts in the region, and most recently served on the Glen Arbor Planning and Zoning Committee. She is survived by her father, T. Raymond Uhlinger of The Maples, Frankfort; sisters, Marjorie Guilland of Hamilton, Mont., and Gretchen Uhlinger of Traverse City; daughters, Allison Stupka of Ann Arbor, Amy Stupka of Asheville, N.C., and Andrea Burks of Elberta; and by her grandchildren, Juliana Fried and Mischa Dzubay. She was preceded in death by her mother, Virginia Uhlinger. A private family service will be held in Gilmore Township, and a memorial celebration will occur in the Spring of 2004. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to The Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy Coastal Campaign. The Oak Grove Cremation Center of Manistee is serving the family. Phillip Wesley Campbell Died December 7, 2003 KALKASKA - Philip Wesley Campbell, of Kalkaska, passed away on Dec. 7, 2003, at his home, with his family by his side. Philip was born on July 23, 1982, in Traverse City, the son of Paul and Phyllis (Birchmeier) Campbell. Philip graduated from Kalkaska High School in 2001. He was a member of the National Honor Society and a staff writer for the school paper. Philip enjoyed working on the computer and music. Philip is survived by his parents, Paul and Phyllis Campbell of Kalkaska; his sisters, Melissa S. Campbell of Kalkaska, and Sheri Lee Brintzenhoff of Easley, S.C.; his brother, Paul W. Campbell of Phoenix, Ariz.; his grandmother, Isabelle M. Birchmeier of New Lathrop; his niece, Jennifer Begley of Easley, S.C.; several cousins, aunts, and uncles. Visitation will take place on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2003 from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m., at Wolfe Funeral Home in Kalkaska. The Mass of Christian Burial will be on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2003, at 10 a.m., at St. Mary of the Woods. Interment will be at Evergreen Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the family of Philip Campbell to disburse, 3406 N. Circle Drive NE, Kalkaska, MI 49646. Arrangements were made by Wolfe Funeral Home of Kalkaska. Lewella June 'Lew' Beia Died December 8, 2003 TRAVERSE CITY - Lewella June 'Lew' (Batt) Beia, of Yuma, died Monday, Dec. 8, 2003, at her daughter's home, surrounded by her loving family. Born Jan. 5, 1925, in Lansing, she was the daughter of Austin and Bessie (French) Batt. In the late 1920s, Lew and her family moved to northern Michigan, where she and her three siblings were raised. She attended Mesick High School, where after she met her husband and dance partner of 53 years, William H. 'Bill' Beia. In the 1950s, Bill and Lew moved to Grand Rapids, where they raised their four children. Lew was very supportive of her children and was actively involved with the Grand Rapids Public School system. Lew and Bill retired to their Yuma summer home in 1982. She was a member of the Mesick Historical Society, Mesick Women's Club, St. Ann's Church of Cadillac, and St. Edward's of Harrietta. Nothing made Lew happier than being with her family. She loved cooking, volunteer work, dancing, and any reason to celebrate. Lew will be fondly remembered as a constant cheerleader for the underdog and having a quick wit to the end. She is survived by her husband, William H. 'Bill' Beia; son, Tom (Linda) Beia and their children and great-grandchildren, Alex Beia, Maureen (Charles) and Katie Carithers, Tommy Beia, Dr. Todd Beia, Christa (Dave) Galerneau, Joey, Hope, and Dayton; son, Bill (Carol) Beia and their children, Ashley and Blake Beia; daughter, Mary (Doug) Barker and their daughter, Erica Barker (Andy Erlewein); and son, Terry Beia (Shannon Hagerty) and children, Taylor and Natalie Beia and Olivia Hagerty; sister, Josephine Batt (Lesley) Tubbs-Wright; brothers, Horace 'Sandy' Batt and Chuck (Pat) Batt; and many special nieces and nephews. Lew was preceded in death by her parents; niece, Pamela Tubbs; and nephew, Charles Tubbs. Friends may call at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home in Traverse City on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2003, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Services will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2003, at 2 p.m., with the Rev. Lloyd Jewett officiating. Burial will be in Springville Township Cemetery in the spring. A reception at the Grand Traverse Heritage Center will immediately follow the services. Memorial contributions may be directed to either Munson Hospice or the Mesick Historical Society. Herbert Everett Holmes Died December 6, 2003 OMENA - Herbert Everett Holmes, 82, of Omena, formerly of Cadillac, passed away Saturday, Dec. 6, 2003, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. The son of John and Ruth (Fisher) Holmes, he was born on July 19, 1921, in Chicopee, Mass. Herbert married the former Dorothy Jean Benjamin on Dec. 28, 1945, in Croswell. As a child, Herbert developed a love of nature that became a theme in his life. He and his twin brother became award-winning members of the 4-H club, and both attained the rank of Eagle Scout. After graduation from the Chicopee Public Schools, Herbert earned a bachelor's degree in Forestry at Michigan State University (and became a life-long Spartan fan). Herbert served in the United States Army during WWII. Although he went to Italy as part of the Cavalry, he responded to a call for men with heavy weapons training, and thus served with the Infantry in the 85th "Custer" Division. He spent nearly 10 months of his service as a POW. While at MSU, Herbert had met Dorothy, whom he married as soon as he returned from the war. Upon completing his degree, Herbert was hired by the Consumer's Power Company to manage timber and river lands, a forestry position he enjoyed his entire working life. Millions of trees were planted under his direction. He found beauty in the varied shades and textures of evergreen trees, and wore the effects of decades of pruning blue spruce trees proudly on his arms. He and Dorothy lived first in Lake City, then Cadillac. In 1983, the Holmeses found an old farmstead in Omena, the perfect place to retire. Always a forester, he planted a small orchard, seedling Christmas trees, a vegetable garden, and a berry patch, all of which he tended until shortly before he died. The fruits of his labors found their most appreciated form in his incomparable homemade pies. Herbert is survived by his wife, Dorothy; seven children, Lucinda (Peter) Komblevitz of Mackinac Island; Cassandra (Larry) Proctor of St. John's; Mark (Cecelia) Holmes of Round Lake, Ill.; Justin (Judith) Holmes of Milwaukee, Wis.; Molly (Mark) Cybowski of Lowell; Heidi (David) Tagg of Coopersville; Amanda (Daniel Stewart) Holmes of Philadelphia; 13 grandchildren; and by his dog, Lorna. Many friends, relatives, and exchange students also found him to be a wonderful "adopted" father. Herbert was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Edward, in 1994; identical twin, Robert, in April, 2003; and by a daughter, Jennifer Oppeneer, in 1990. Visitation will take place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2003, at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home, in Traverse City. A memorial service will be held at noon on Friday, Dec. 12, 2003, at the Keswick United Methodist Church, 3376 South Center (633) Highway, Sutton's Bay, with the Rev. Louis Grettenberger officiating. The family has asked that memorial contributions be directed to The Leelanau Conservancy, P. O. Box 1007, Leland, MI 49654. Elizabeth M. "Mickey" Burton Died December 8, 2003 BATTLE CREEK - Elizabeth Marion "Mickey" Burton, 85, of Battle Creek, died Dec. 8, 2003, at Battle Creek Health System. She was born on Aug. 14, 1918, to Edmund and Annie (Dorsey) Manning, in Honor. She received a bachelor's degree from Central Michigan University and a master's degree in Education from Western Michigan University. Elizabeth taught in Benzie County for a short time. She was then a teacher, for 38 years, at Ann J. Kellogg School of Battle Creek. She was a member of the Retired Teachers Association and active at the local, state and national levels. She was also President of Battle Creek's AARP, a board member of the Vintage Home Tour of Battle Creek, past president of the Women's League of Battle Creek, past president of the Federation of Women's Clubs of Battle Creek, a member of Guardian Association of Calhoun County, a member of Alpha Delta Kappa Sorority, and a member of the Battle Creek Sweet Adeline's and Valentine Singers. She was a founding member, and served on the board of directors, of the Battle Creek Day Care Center. The Red Brick Day Care Center was renamed the Elizabeth M. Burton Center in her honor. She is survived by her son, James M. (Valerie) Burton of Battle Creek; daughter, Christine (Thomas) Beaver of Battle Creek; five grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and her brother, Charles E. Manning of Arkansas. Friends may call from noon until 2 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2003, at Shaw Funeral Home in Battle Creek. A service will take place at 2 p.m., also at the funeral home, with Pastor Philip Griffin, of First Wesleyan Church, officiating. Interment will take place at St. Anne Cemetery in Empire. Memorials may go to the Doris Klaussen Center or Burnham Brook. The family is being served by Shaw Funeral Home, Battle Creek, http://www.shawfuneralhome.com. Blanche Housler Died December 7, 2003 MESICK - Blanche Housler, 85, of Mesick, died Sunday evening, Dec. 7, 2003, at Green Acres in Cadillac after a short illness. She was born in Colfax Township on Aug. 8, 1918, to Harry and Vera (Packard) Dussel. She married Wayle Housler in Colfax Township on June 24, 1939. Blanche grew up and lived her entire life in Colfax Township, Wexford County. Her faith was central in her life and she dearly loved her Lord and her family. She was a member of the Mesick Free Methodist Church, and recently had attended the Meauwataka Free Methodist Church. An avid gardener, Blanche also enjoyed sewing and crocheting. Her hobby of growing African violets was well-known. She especially loved her friends and the staff and care at Green Acres. She is survived by her husband, Wayle; three children, Sylvia (Dale) Wilbur of Mesick, Karen Hall of Beulah and Leslie (Jeanne) Housler of Mesick; brother, Arvid (Lucy) Dussel of Mesick; six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister, Vernita Haynes; and her son, Estiven. Visitation will take place today, Dec. 10, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Chapel in Manton. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11, at the Manton United Methodist Church. Pastor Glenn Bearss of the Meauwataka Free Methodist Church and Pastor Joseph Martin of the Mesick Free Methodist Church will officiate. Burial will be in Soper Cemetery, Colfax Township. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Mercy Amicare Hospice. Envelopes are available at Hall Funeral Home.
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