Obituaries & Deaths

Alden K. "Bud" Cahill
"Algonac - Alden K. "Bud" Cahill, 78, of Algonac died Friday, April 28, 2000, in Mercy Hospital. He was born Nov. 23, 1921, in Detroit. He married Rebecca "Beck" Cartwright on Jan. 26, 1943, in Algonac. He was a 1st lieutenant in the 24th Infantry Division. In Korea, he was awarded the Bronze Star for 'heoric achievement.' After securing positions on a key hill and seeing that a nearby unit was being attacked, he exposed himself to direct support fire. When his unit was ordered to withdraw, with complete disregard for his own action, he remained to man a machine gun until his men had cleared their positions. He also was awarded the Silver Star, the nation's third highest combat decoration. At the awarding, his unit came under attack wounding a key platoon leader. Lt. Cahill immediately took direct command and led the men into combat. He also received the Purple Heart for being wounded in combat. He also served in WWII. "Bud" Cahill was a very dedicated and loving husband, father and grandfather. He was a lifetime member of the Fred Quandt Post for Veterans of Foreign Wars. He was a retired member of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Union. He is survived by his wife, Rebecca "Becky;" his daughter, Lesly Cahill; his granddaughters, Bryanne (Joseph Bassett) Bremerkamp and Cortney Bremmerkamp; twin sister, Aliene Jones; and his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Leslie and Freida Cahill, and a sister, Mary Ross. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 3, 2000, in the Gilbert Funeral Home, Algonac, with Fr. Krotkiewicz officiating. Burial will be in Oaklawn Cemetery. Visiting hours are 1 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday."
- Source: The Times Herald, Sunday, 30-APR-2000

Henry J. Cahours
"St. Clair, Nov. 2 — Henry J. Cahours, 64, a captain on the Great Lakes many years, died Monday in his home, 603 North Fifth street. Mr. Cahours was born April 8, 1890 in St. Clair. He sailed the Great Lakes 36 years and held a master’s license. During the last 12 years he worked for the Chrysler Corporation at its Marysville and Center Line plants. Mr. Cahours is survived by his widow, the former Mabel Currier; a son, Francis Cahours, St. Clair; a daughter, Mrs Aldon Mackley, St. Clair; five grandchildren; six sisters, Mrs. George Currier and Mrs. Arthur Valade, both of river Rouge, Mrs. Frank Bird, Rockwood, Mich., Mrs. Susan Vasher, St. Clair, Mrs. Ben Brabender, Hamburg, N. Y., and Mrs. Don Distelrath, Mt. Clemens, and a brother, Albert Powers, St. Clair. Remains arein the L.C. Friederichs funeral home where services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday and at 10 a.m. in St. Mary’s Catholic church. Rev. Harold Kreucher, assistant pastor at St. Mary’s church, will officiate.Baurial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Rosary devotions will be held at 8 p.m. Tuedsay in the funeral home for the Rosary Society and women of the parish and at 8 p.m. Wednesday for the Knights of Columbus and men of the parish."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Susan Cahours
"St. Clair, Oct. 13 - Mrs. Susan Cahours Claimed By Death - Mrs. Susan Schneider Cahours, 61, wife of the late Henry Cahours, St. Clair township farmer, died at her home at 6:30 a.m. today after a short illness. Mrs. Cahours was born in St. Clair in 1864 and has spent all of her life in the vicinity. She was the mother of 12 children. Surviving her are nine daughters, Mrs. George Currier, Mrs. Arthur Vallez and Mrs. Roy Markle, all of River Rouge; Mrs. Joseph Pung, Mrs. Susan Vacher, Mrs. Clarence Brinker, Miss Alice Cahours and Mrs. Benjamin Bradender, all of St. Clair, Mrs. Richard McNab, South Rockford, Ill.; three sons, Henry and Albert, of St. Clair, and Louis of Detroit; two sisters, Mrs. Anna Moans, Mt. Pleasant and Mrs. Matt Deres, St. Clair; six brothers, Matt Schneider, Port Huron, Burt, Leonard, Michael and John, of St. Clair and Jake of Marine City. There are also 20 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held from St. Mary's church at 9 a.m. Friday, Rev. Edward J. Kromenaker officiating and burial in the church cemetery."
- Source: Port Huron Times Herald, Tuesday, 13-OCT-1925, p 18
Submitted by Michelle Woodham

Albert L. "Al" Cain
"Fort Gratiot - Albert Lee Cain, 69, of Fort Gratiot died Saturday, July 29, 2000, in his home following a short illness. He was born on Oct. 6, 1930, in Stillwell, Ind., to the late Aden and Lelah Cain. Albert married Dorothy Ott on July 7, 1951, in St. Joseph Catholic Church. He was a devoted husband and father. He enjoyed golf, tennis, swimming, cards and traveling. He was a parishioner of St. Edward's On-the-Lake Catholic Church for 40 years and a member of the Mens Club, parish council, Knights of Columbus, usher and was a Eucharist minister. Albert was a member of American Legion Post 8. He also belonged to the Ace's card club. Albert was an electrician for 25 years, retiring from the IBEW Local 58. Albert also served in the Air Force as a staff sergeant from January 1951 through December 1954. He graduated from Port Huron High School in 1949 and attended St. Clair Community College. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Dorothy, and children Anthony (Vicki) Cain, Charles (Dawn) Cain of Fort Gratiot, Colleen (Thomas) Kern of Port Huron, Robert Cain of Cartersville, Ga., Mary Jo (Gregory) Walker of Norman, Okla., Donald Cain of Adairsville, Ga., Teresa Cain of Cartersville, Ga.; eight grandchildren, Margot, Dominic, Jennifer, Nolan, Matthew, Megan, Christopher and Benjamin; his brother, William (Rose) Cain of Port Huron; his sister, Anna (Richard) Rutkofske of Port Huron. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Edward's On-the-Lake Catholic Church. The Rev. Joseph M. Esper, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in Mount Hope Cemetery. Visitation will be 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday in the Karrer-Simpson Funeral Home and 9 a.m. until service time Tuesday at church. A rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. Pallbearers will be his grandsons, Dominic and Nolan Cain; nephews, Mike Cain, Kevin Fisher, Douglas Cain, Karl Ott, Doug Rutkofske; and friend, Ben Cloetens. Military graveside services will be held under the auspices of the St. Clair County Allied Veterans Council. Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or St. Edward's Church or school."
- Source: The Times Herald, Sunday, 30-JUL-2000

Marian E. Cairns, 84, posted 01-JAN-2001.

Gary L. Calabro
"Marysville - Gary L. Calabro, 44, of Marysville, died Tuesday, Nov. 16, 1999, in Port Huron Hospital during emergency aortic surgery. He was born June 25, 1955, in Port Huron and was a lifelong area resident. He married Barbara A. Burns on Aug. 28, 1976, in Jeddo. Mr. Calabro was employed with Bill MacDonald Ford in St. Clair for 15 years. He then realized his lifelong dream of owning a business by founding, with his wife, Barbara, Advanced Collision Inc. of Marysville. He served in the U.S. Army, loved boating, snowmobiling and spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; two daughters, Laura and Lisa; his mother, Mr. and Mrs. Kirk (Betty) Lowrey of Fort Myers, Fla.; his father, Mr. and Mrs. Virgil (Barbara) Calabro of Charlotte, N. C.: two sisters, Mr. and Mrs. Steven (Kathy) Johnston of Grand Prairie, Texas, and Mr. and Mrs. Mike (Debbie) Turnbull of Marysville; a brother, Mr. and Mrs. Mark (Becky) Calabro of Sunfield; mother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Roger (Judy) Pritchett of Jeddo; grandmother, Eileen Reeves of Port Huron; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins, including his godparents, Mr. and Mrs. Norbert (Shirley) Gragowski. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Marysville Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 20, 1999, in the Salvation Army Citadel. Maj. David W. Moffitt will officiate. Burial will be in Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Paul Carpo, John Goudy, Charles Burt, Jeff Smith, Mark Calabro, Mark Pederson, Peter Balcuns, Arnold Collins and Steven Goudy. Memorials may be made to the Salvation Army or to the family."
- Source: The Times Herald, Friday, 19-NOV-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Jerry L. Caldwell
"Port Huron - Jerry L. Caldwell, died Saturday, May 20, 2000. Survived by children, Jerry, Romona Roosevelt, Jainet, Barbara, Raynard, Denise Harris, Howard, Valencia, Kimberly Pace and Donald. Arrangements by Port Huron Family Funeral Home are incomplete."
- Source: The Times Herald, Sunday, 21-MAY-2000

Bronislau A. Calka
"Cass City - Bronislau A. Calka, 78, died Jan. 23, 2000. Survivied by his wife, Pauline. Services: 3:30 p.m. Friday, Kranz Funeral Home. Visiting: 11 to 3 p.m. Friday."
- Source: Times Herald, 25-Jan-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

James Q. Callaghan
"Port Huron - James Q. Callaghan died Jan. 3, 1999. Lenora M. Callaghan died Dec. 23, 1991. Survived by children, Mary Kinchsular, Margaret Roberts and Virgina Hrisikos. Committal of cremated remains: noon Saturday, Mount Hope Cemetery. Arrangements: William R. Hamilton Funeral Directors."
- Source: The Times Herald, Thursday, 21-OCT-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Bruce Webb Cameron
"Richmond - Bruce Webb Cameron, a retired manufacturing representative, died May 3, 1988, in Veterans Hospital, Ann Arbor, following a courageous battle with cancer. Mr. Cameron was born in Appleton, Wis., son of Mrs. Sophia Cameron and the late Harry Cameron. He married the former Ruth Whittiker in 1957 in Richmond. He graduated from Stout University and served as a pilot in the China-Burma-India Theater of Operations during World War II. Mr. Cameron was a life-member of V. F. W. Post 6802, Richmond. He is survived by his wife; his mother; a brother, H. Jamie Cameron, Glendale Heights, Ill; two sons, Bruce Jr., Cascade, Colo., and Michael, Las Vegas; a daughter, Christine Carter, Cascade, Colo.; three granddaughters; and several nieces and nephews. Private services for family members only took place in Oshkosh, Wis. Burial was in Riverside Cemetery. Cremation has taken place. Memorials can be made to the Richmond Public Library Annex Fund. Arrangements were made by the Hensch Memorial Chapel funeral Home."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Eunice M. Cameron
"Tucson, Ariz. - Eunice Marie Cameron, 59, of Tucson, ARZ. died Friday, Jan. 23, 1998 as a result of a car accident. She was born Aug. 25, 1938 in Deckerville. She married Ted Cameron. They moved to Tucson, Arz. from Michigan eight years ago. She is survived by her husband, Ted of Tucson, Arz.; her daughter, Lori Brint; two sons, Randy Rich and Nicholas Cameron; two step-daughters, Roseann Cameron of Port Huron and Julie Bryan of Maryland; her step-son, Ted Cameron Jr. of Port Huron; four brothers, Robert Rich of Kansas, James Rich of St. Clair Shores, Vernon Rich of Port Huron and Carl Rich of Jeddo; three sisters, Vietta Gosman of Detroit, Beulah Perez of Port Huron and Barbara Auxier of Flint; a step-brother, Robert Drewa; and eight grandchildren. Cremation will take place in Arizona."
- Source: The Times Herald, Sunday, 25-JAN-1998

Mrs. Camey
"Died, on May 1, Mrs. Camey, aged 82 years, of heart disease."
- Source: Memphis (Correspondence) - P.H. Daily Times, 11-MAY-1892
Submitted by Patricia Forte.

Harold Camm, 68, posted 03-FEB-2001.

Archie William Campbell
"Wales Twp. - Archie William Campbell, 63, of Wales Township, died Thursday, Dec. 9, 1999, in his home after a long illness. He was born Nov. 9, 1936, in Port Huron, to Angus and Grace Campbell. He married Bessie Knepper July 14, 1956, in Marysville. Mr. Campbell retired from SE-MCO Energy Co. after 39 -years of service. He also owned and operated AC & DC Electric with his son, Dane, and was a farmer in Goodells his entire life. He graduated from Yale High School in 1955. He was very active in Moose Lodge 158, Sun Parlor of Canada Moose Legion 95, was Moose of the Year in 1998 and belonged to Smiths Creek Lodge 491 F. & A.M. Mr. Campbell is survived by his wife, Bessie; a daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Bill (Jeannie) Bradshaw; two sons, Cregg Archie Campbell and Mr. and Mrs. Dane Eric (Tammy) Campbell; four grandchildren, Cregg Jr. and Jaime Campbell and Sherri and William Bradshaw III; his father, Angus Campbell; and mother-in-law, Irene Knepper. He was preceded in death by his mother, Grace, and father-in-law, Arthur Knepper. Visitation will be 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in Pollock-Randall Funeral Home, Port Huron. A Masonic memorial mervice will be at 7 p.m. today followed bv a Moose memorial service at 7:30 p.m. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, 1999, in Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. The Rev. Hal Phillips, of Zion Methodist Church, will officiate. Burial will be in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Wales Township. Memorials may be made to Moose Lodge 158."
- Source: The Times Herald, Friday, 10-DEC-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Dale L. Campbell
"Fort Gratiot - Dale Lester Campbell, 79, of Fort Gratiot died Saturday, June 3, 2000, in Port Huron Hospital. He was born March 14, 1921, in Goodells to the late Seth and Eva (Knight) Campbell and was a life-long area resident. He married Ruth McFarland May 17, 1941, in Ohio. Mr. Campbell retired from Mueller Brass in 1977 after 35 years of service. He was a former president of UAW Local 44 and of the Retirees of Mueller Brass. He was on the board for the Blue Water Mental Health Clinic and was chairman of United Way for Mueller Brass. He was active with the Democratic Party at all levels of government. He was also active with several other committees throughout the county. Dale will always be remembered for bringing out the best in everyone he came in contact with. He encouraged his family in Christianity, education, work ethics and public service. He is survived by his wife, Ruth; two sons, Gregory Dale Campbell of Lakeport and Jeffery (Sherry) Campbell of Marysville; three daughters, Mr. and Mrs. William (Sandra) Nichols of St. Clair, Mr. and Mrs. Delford (Adele) Curnow of North Street and Mr. and Mrs. Michael (Sally) Land of Lakeport; eight grandchildren, Michelle (Dennis) Askew and Ann Nichols, all of St. Clair, Kimberly (David) Zuehlke of Sandusky, Jeffrey and Scott Curnow, both of North Street, Christopher and Alicia Land, both of Lakeport and Brenden Dale Campbell of Marysville; three great-grandchildren, Danielle and Brittney Askew and Gracie Jo Zuehlke; a sister, Vera Darling of Goodells and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Myles and Frank Campbell. Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday in Pollock-Randall Funeral Home, Port Huron. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday in Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. Burial will be in Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Fort Gratiot. Pallbearers will be William Nichols, Michael Land, Dennis Askew, Delford Curnow, David Zuehlke and Jeff and Scott Curnow. Memorials may be made to the Michigan Heart Association, United Way or Marysville United Methodist Church."
- Source: The Times Herald, Sunday, 04-JUN-2000

Helen J. Campbell
"St. Clair, Feb. 12 - Mrs. Helen J. Campbell, 63, wife of Collin J. Campbell, 7290 Division road, died Thursday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Erva Mok, Grosse Pointe, after a four months illness. Mrs. Campbell was born Aug. 18, 1890 in Casco township, where she lived all her life, the daughter of August and Caroline Bandlow. She and Mr. Campbell were married June 8, 1910. Mrs. Campbell was a longtime member of the First Evangelical church, Adair, and the Women's Guild of that church. She is survived by her husband; her daughter, Mrs. Mok; two sons, Ray and Vern, both of St. Clair; 11 grandchildren, two sisters, Mrs. Arthur Ahles, St. Clair, and Mrs. Arthur Browning, Marine City, and a brother, Albert Bandlow, Marine City. Remains will be at the T. R. Bower funeral home until 1 p.m. Sunday when they will be taken to the First Evangelical church, Adair, Funeral services will be at p.m. with Rev. John Keller, pastor, officiating. burial will be in Hillside Cemetery. Pallbearers will be George Simons, Harvey Bandlow, Loren Ahles, Kenneth Browning, and Myron Trumble."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Mrs. Jerome Campbell
"Mrs. Jerome Campbell, eldest daughter of C. E. Waterloo of Port Huron, died at her home in Columbus, Oct. 24th, after a long illness. Her funeral was held in the ME church Oct. 26th, conducted by the pastor, Walter Marks. Her brother and sisters of Port Huron were present. Her remains were interred in Lakeside cemetery."
- Source: St. Clair Historical Museum Collection
Submitted by Pat Love

Lillie Campbell
"Lillie Campbell, only daughter of Alex and Elizabeth Campbell, died at the home of her parents, April 5, 1898, aged 15 years, 3 months and 22 days. Lillie was sick but a short time, yet it seemed from the first that God designed to take her to Himself. She had a large circle of personal friends and was respected and loved by all who knew her. A large concourse of people attended the funeral services which were held in the M. E. church in Adair, of which church deceased was a member. Her remains were interred in the China cemetery awaiting the resurrection of the just. She will not only be missed in the home, but in the Sunday school and by her schoolmates. - Sleep on in thy beauty, Thou sweet angel child, By sorrows unblighted, By sin undefiled; Like the dove to the ark, Thou hast flown to thy rest; From the wild sea of strife. To the home of the blest."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Mildred S. Campbell, 99
"Port Huron - Mildred S. Campbell, 99, died Saturday, April 22, 2000. Survived by son, Herbert. Arrangements by Port Huron Family Funeral Home are incomplete."
- Source: The Times Herald, Sunday, 23-APR-2000

Ray C. Campbell
"St. Clair - Ray C. Campbell, 66, died Sunday, Sept. 8, 1985, in his residence after a long illness. He was born Jan. 27, 1919, in St. Clair, and was a lifelong resident. He married Wave M. Horn Jan. 2, 1943, in St. Clair. Mr. Campbell was a U.S. Navy veteran during World War II. He was a member of the American Legion Post No. 382, the Quarter Century Club and the Blue Water Ostomy Chapter. He was a former Great Lakes sailor. He was a former member of the Hunt and Fish Club. He was employed at Diamond Crystal Salt Co., St. Clair, for 32 years, retiring in May 1981. He is survived by his wife; three sons, Ray C., Jr., Dennis J., and Keith A.; one daughter, Gail; two daughter-sin-law, Pam and Kris; grandchildren, Kari, April, Matthew, Melanie, Collin and Lindsay; one brother and sister-in-law, Vern and Gladys Campbell, all of St. Clair; a sister and brother-in-law, Erva and Ira Mok, Grosse Pointe Woods; and several nieces and nephews. Private family services will be held Tuesday. Visiting is from 10 a.m. to 9 pm. today only in the L. C. Friederichs and Son funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the visiting Nurse Association, Port Huron."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Robert Warren Campbell
"Robert Warren Campbell, 54, died Saturday in the home of his sister, Mrs. Clara Mitchell, 1214 Mitchell road, St. Clair Township, after an illness of a year. He was born Nov. 1, 1895, in Columbus Township. He was an employe of the Detroit Edison gas division at Marysville and a member of the Columbus Congregational church. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Sarah Ann Campbell, his sister, both of St. Clair, several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the family residence. Rev. Brooks Warren, pastor of Columbus Congregational church officiating. Burial was in Hillside Cemetery. The T. R. Bower funeral home was in charge of arrangements."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Sarah H. Campbell
"Sarah H. Campbell, aged 21 years, daughter of Edward Campbell, of North street, died Monday night, of consumption. The funeral will be held at the school house on North street at 10 a.m. on Thursday."
- Source: P.H. Daily Times, 05-NOV-1895
Submitted by Patricia Forte.

Sarah J. Campbell
"St. Clair — Mrs. Sarah J. Campbell, 92, died early today in her home, 1214 Mitchell road. Mrs. Campbell was born Aug. 2, 1863, in Canada, daughter of George and Ellen Caughell. Her husband, John Campbell, died in January, 1934. Mrs. Campbell is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Clara Mitchell, at home; seven grandchildren and several great grandchildren. The T. R. Bower funeral home is in charge of arrangements. Remains are in the family home where services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday. Other details were not available today."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Wave M. Campbell
"St. Clair - Wave M. Campbell, 76, of St. Clair went home to be with the Lord on Monday, Dec. 18, 2000. She was born April 29, 1924, in St. Clair to William and Grace Horn. On Jan. 2, 1943, Wave married Ray C. Campbell in St. Clair. He preceded her in death on Sept. 8, 1985. She was a member of All Saints Episcopal Church in Marysville. She was employed for 12 years as head cook at the St. Clair Intermediate School. Wave looked forward to every Veterans Day, as she made chili for the American Legion members in St. Clair. She is survived by her four children, Ray (Therese) Campbell of Columbus Township, Dennis (Kristine) Campbell of St. Clair Township, Keith (Patricia) Campbell of St. Clair and Gail (Frank) Veros of West Bloomfield; grandchildren, Kari, Mark, April, Melanie, Matt, Collin, Lindsay, Alex, Nick, Case And Windee; great-grandchildren, Morgan, Brennan and Peyton; brothers-in-law, Roy Thueme, Vern (Gladys) Campbell and Bill Carlson; and her sister-in-law, Erva Mok. She was preceded in death by sisters, Hildegard, Wilma and Louise; a brother, Bill; and a dear friend and companion, Pit Stier. Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday in Young colonial Chapel Funeral Home, China township. The Rev. Ned Schneider, pastor of all Saints Episcopal Church, will officiate. Interment will be in Hillside Cemetery, St. Clair. Visiting hours are 2o to 8 p.m. Wednesday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to All Saints Episcopal Church."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

William Campbell
"William Campbell, 52, who made his home with his sister Mrs. Bert Mitchell on the Mitchell road, died Tuesday in a Battle Creek hospital, after a long illness. Mr. Campbell was born in April, 1896, and had been a resident of Columbus township all his life. He is survived by his mother Mrs. John Campbell, his sister Mrs. Mitchell, and a brother Robert Campbell. Funeral services were held from the family home today under the auspices of the T. R. Bower funeral home. Rev. Warren of the Richmond Congregational church read the services. Burial was in Hillside cemetery."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Barbara T. Cansfield
"Barbara T. Cansfield, 51, of 3435 Conger St., Port Huron, died Wednesday, Oct. 2, 1985. Services: 9:30 a.m. Friday in St. Mary's Catholic Church. Visiting: ? to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Arthur Smith Funeral Homes - North Chapel."
- Source: Times Herald, 03-OCT-1985, p 2A

Janice Kay Carbray, 62, posted 26-JAN-2001.

Ann Carey
"Card of Thanks. The family and friends of the late Mrs. Ann Carey wish, through The Times, to thank all who rendered assistance before and after her death."
- Source: P.H. Daily Times, 02-JUL-1894, p 7

Minnie G. Ward Carey
"Died February 24th at her home, 1571 Colorado Avenue, Marysville. The remains are resting in the Arthur E. Smith Funeral home, from where funeral services will be held at 3:30 pm. Thursday. Burial will be in Lakeside cemetery, Arrangements by the Arthur E. Smith Funeral home."
Source: (probably P.H. Times Herald)
Died: 24-FEB-1942
Submitted by Cheryl.

Joseph Gardner Carman
"Oldest Man in Marine City - Joseph Gardiner Carmen Succumbs at Home of His Son - Marine City, Oct. 9. - Joseph Gardiner Carmen died at the home of his son George W. Carmen Thursday evening. Mr. Carmen was the oldest man in Marine City, being 91 years old. He was born in Caro, Green county, N. Y., May 1, 1819. When quite young he went to Newark, N. J., where he married Miss Susan L. Gould in 1846. They moved to Michigan in 1853 and lived near Memphis where he lost his wife in 1856. He was the father of five sons, four of whom died in childhood and the surviving one, George W. is a resident of this city. Mr. Carmen was an old school gentleman and staunch Presbyterian. The funeral was held this morning at 7:30 o'clock Rev. L. B. Bissell, of Detroit, who was a former pastor at Memphis officiating. Interment at Memphis."
- Source: The Daily Times, 09-OCT-1909, p 8

Norman H. Carl
"North Street - Norman H. Carl, 65, died Monday, July 3, 2000. Survived by wife, Betty. Services: 10 a.m. Thursday, St. Mary Catholic Church, Port Huron. Visiting: 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Smith Family Funeral Home - North, Port Huron."
- Source: The Times Herald, Sunday, 04-JUL-2000

Dante J. Carlesimo
"Rotonda West, Fla. - Dante J. Carlesimo, 70, died Monday, Oct. 11, 1999 in Florida. He was born Feb. 2, 1929 in Detroit. Dante moved to Rotando West 12 years ago from Michigan. He retired after eight years as owner of Cherry Beach Inn in Marine City. He was an Army veteran of the Korean War. Mr. Carlesimo is survived by his wife, Lillian; two daughters, Linda Stamos of Sarasota and Donna Heilman of Fort Gratiot; son, Anthony of Rotondo West; sister, Teresa Liegghio of Venice; brother, Emilio of Venice; eight grandchildren and one great grandson. Services have already taken place in Florida."
- Source: Times Herald, Tuesday, 19-OCT-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Mrs. Albert Carleton
"Mrs. Albert Carleton, aged fifty-eight years, was found drowned in the cistern at her residence on Skene street, near the Baptist church, Whitehall, yesterday morning. It is evident that she intended suicide, as her feet were tied and a small shawl was around her hear. Clean clothing was found on a table in her house, intended for her burial, and she had made her will, leaving her property to her son, who is in the West. She leaves a daughter and three sons. She was the daughter of Anthony Rathbone, a wealthy farmer of the south part of the town. coroner Donaldson took charge of the case and will hold an inquest. She was last seen about the house by the neighbors Friday afternoon. A veil twisted so as to form a bandage was fastened under the chin and tied on top of her head. Two of her blood relatives killed themselves within the last few years. The deceased had been suffering from Bright's and heart diseases.--Whitehall (N.Y.) Chronicle. Mrs. Carleton lived here for many years, her husband dying here. Some six years ago she removed to Whitehall where she has since lived. The deceased was well favorably known and her family have the sympathy of a large circle of friends in this vicinity."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Kezia E. Carleton
"Mrs. George A. Carleton, whose maiden name was Kezia E. House, was born in St. Thomas, Ont., August 12, 1844, and died at her home in this city, Monday, Nov. 14, 1892, aged 48 years, 3 months and 2 days. She married Mr. Carleton Sept. 8, 1863. The fruit of their marriage was one son, William Wallace who, after attaining the age of 12 years died Oct. 28, 1876. Mrs. Carleton's illness dates back several months, but during the past fifteen weeks she had been confined to her bed. The trouble was a disease of the bones, which started in one of her feet gradually affecting her entire body and causing her death as above stated. Her sufferings were in tense yet she bore up bravely under her great afflictions. She had lived in St. Clair almost continually since her marriage, with the exception of the first four years of the Cleveland administration, during which time she was with her husband, who was custom's officer and stationed at Port Huron and Stratford, Canada. Her sister, Mrs. T. J. Nicol, of West Superior, Wis., arrived in the city but a few hours previous to Mrs. Carleton's death. Mrs. Henry, of Sombra, Ont., an aunt of Mrs. Carleton's, was almost constantly in attendance for the past two weeks, rendering very efficient aid. In February last the deceased went to Orillea, Canada, and buried her mother, Mrs. A. R. Kittermaster. Mrs. Carleton was a member of the M. E. Church and died in full faith of a blessed resurrection. Her funeral was held at the home Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock, Rev. J. McEldowney officiating, a large number of sympathizing friends attending, and following the remains to their last resting place in the city cemetery. Mr. Carleton desires to thank the neighbors and friends for services rendered, and especially does he wish to thank Mrs. Stewart McKenzie, who ministered to Mrs. Carleton's many wants faithfully, throughout the long weeks of intense suffering."
- Source: St. Clair Historical Museum Collection
Submitted by Pat Love

Aline H. Carline
"Goodrich - Aline H. Carline, 48, died Thursday, Aug. 17, 2000. Survived by husband, John. Services: 11 a.m. Monday, Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, Clawson. Visiting: 1 to 9 p.m. today."
- Source: The Times Herald, Sunday, 20-AUG-2000, p 2b

Anna Relkin Carlisle
"Funeral Services For Mrs. Carlisle Will be Wednesday - (picture not shown here) - Funeral services for Mrs. Anna Relkin Carlisle, 57, life-long Port Huron resident who died unexpectedly Sunday in her home, 1101 Tenth avenue, will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Albert A. Falk & Son funeral home. Verl O. Cram, Christian Science reader, will officiate. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery. Mrs. Carlisle, widow of C. N. Carlisle who died May 1, 1930, established a seamstress business in her home several years ago and continued the business on a limited scale until the time of her death. In 1935, Mrs. Carlisle served as manager of the Port Huron branch of the Secretary of State's office for the sale of automobile license plates in St. Clair County. She was a charter member of the Port Huron Zonta club and was a member of the Woman's Benefit association."
- Source: P.H. Times Herald, circa 16-JUN-1947

Frances M. Carlson
"New Haven - Frances M. Carlson, 79, died Sunday, July 2, 2000. Survived by children, Gary, Roger, Keith, Thomas and Lola. Services: 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Duncan-Olszewski Funeral Home"
- Source: The Times Herald, Sunday, 04-JUL-2000

Mable M. Carnahan
"St. Clair - Mable M. Carnahan, 94, died Monday, Jan. 10, 2000, in River District Hospital. She was born on Jan. 1, 1906, in St. Clair Township, the daughter of the late Ann and Erwin Barringer. She was a lifetime St. Clair resident. Mable was a long-time member of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Ed and may Ann Carnahan; grandchildren, Randy (Kellie) Carnahan, Tammy, Daniel, Vicki and Stacey Carnahan; sisters, Louise Bugge and Vina Walters, all of St. Clair; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday in the L. C. Friederichs and Son Funeral Home. Elder Gary Wesch, of the Reorganized Church of Latter Day Saints, Marysville, will officiate. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery, St. Clair. Visitation is 3 to 7 p.m. Wednesday. Memorial s may be made to the RLDS church or the St. Vincent dePaul Society. A funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

William R. Carnes, 68, posted 13-JAN-2001.

Bulah A. Carney
"February 24, 1982 - St. Clair - Bulah A. Carney, 92, died Feb. 24, in Mercy Hospital, Port Huron, after a long illness. She was born Feb. 13, 1890, in Indiana, and lived in St. Clair since 1915. Her husband, Dr. Frank V. Carney, died Jan. 20, 1961. He was a former St. Clair mayor and physician. Mrs. Carney was a member of the First United Methodist Church. St. Clair Lioness Club and Cornell Chapter 93, OES. Mrs. Carney is survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Feb. 27 in the Methodist Church. The Rev. Webb Simpkin, pastor of the Marysville Methodist Church, officiated. Arrangements were made by the L. C. Friederichs and Son funeral Hoem. Burial was in Greenwood Cemetery, LaGrange, In. Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Esther M. Carpenter, 86, posted 12-FEB-2001.

James W. Carr
"Port Huron - James W. Carr, 86, died Monday, Jan. 17, 2000. Services: 11 a.m. Thursday, Arthur Smith Funeral Home. Visiting: 7 to 9 p.m. today."
- Source: Times Herald, Wednesday, 19-JAN-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Donna G. Carroll, 65, posted 08-FEB-2001.

Robert Carse
"Carse - In Loving Memory of Robert Carse, who passed away ten years ago on, December 12, 1989. - The tears I shed, I can wipe away, But the grief in my heart is here to stay, Gone but not forgotten. - Sadly missed by, his wife, Virginia."
- Source: Times Herald, Saturday, 11-DEC-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Diane M. Carter
"Croswell - Diane Marie Carter, 46, of Croswell, died Saturday, March 14, 1998. She was born July 24, 1951 in Port Huron and was a life long area resident. She is survived by her husband, Claude; two sons, Stephen and Diane Ryan of Harbor Beach and Shawn and Barbara Ryan of Croswell; three daughters, Lisa Ryan of Forester, Shelly Carter of Croswell and Kelly and Steven Sherlock of Lakeport; 11 grandchildren; her mother, Eleanor Sherbutt of Fort Gratiot; two sisters, Sharon and Dennis Gilbird of Lexington and Sandra and Timothy Frasier of Fort Gratiot; a brother, Dewayne and Jessie Sherbutt of Deming, New Mexico; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother, Michael Sherbutt. Visiting hours are 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday in the Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. The Rev. Charles King will officiate. Pallbearers will be Billy and Jim Sherbutt, Steve Sherlock, Mark and Danny Ryan and Dennis Gilbird. Honorary pallbearers will be John Walters and Larry Provost."
- Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 15-MAR-1998

Erwin R. Carter, 80, posted 26-FEB-2001.

Christopher A. Case
"St. Clair - Christopher Allen Case, 1001 Henry St., died Sunday, July 4, 1982, at birth in Hutzel Hospital, Detroit. He is survived by his parents, Thomas A. & Joan M. Case; his sister, Shannon M. Case, all of St. Clair; his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas A. Case Jr., and Mr. and Mrs. Alex A. Atkins, all of Port Huron; his great-grandmother, Mrs. Sarah R. Edwards, Bad Axe; and his great-grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas A. Case, Yale. Services were held at 10 a.m. today in Karrer-Simpson Funeral Home. The Rev. Darwin Reeves, associate pastor of Ross Bible Church, officiated. Burial was in Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery."
- Source: Times Herald, 08-Jul-1982

Donald R. Case
"Anchorville - Donald R. Case, 79, of 10411 LeGrande Blvd., died Wednesday, March 17, 1982, in Faith Medical Care Center, St. Clair. He was born Oct. 21, 1902, in Traverse City. He married Patricia Rice Oct. 13, 1953, in Detroit. He owned a drug store in Detroit and the Algonac Drug Store for many years. Mr. Case is survived by his wife. Cremation was held at the Evergreen Cemetery, Detroit. Burial was held in Eagle Harbor, Mich."
- Source: Times Herald, 18-Mar-1982

Ellen O. Case
"Palms - Ellen O. Case, 82, died Saturday, Dec. 6, 1987 in Medilodge Nursing Center, Yale, after a long illiness. She was born Sept. 5, 1905, in East Jordan, to the late Perry and Mary Smith Crippen. She married Thomas A. Case Sr. Dec. 31, 1927, in Alma. He died Sept. 13, 1987. She lived and was educated in East Jordan and taught in the country school for several years. She lived in Detroit from 1927 to 1947, then moved to Palms and farmed in Delaware Township with her family. She earned a teaching certificate from Country Normal. Mrs. Case is survived by a son, Thomas Case Jr. of Port Huron; one daughter, Mrs. William (Joan) Farmer of Knoxville, Tenn.; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by three brothers, Ray, Harold and Morris Crippen, and one sister, Marian Jamieson. Services will be held at 2:30 p.m. today in the Smigielski Funeral Home, Minden City. The Rev. James Sheldrake, pastor of the Deckerville Bible Church, will officiate. Burial will be in the Delaware Township Cemetery."
- Source: Times Herald, 08-Dec-1987

Edmond Case, a.k.a. Edward Duncan
"Lapeer - Edward Duncan, also known as Edmond Case, 83, died Wednesday, April 30, 1986, in the Lapeer County Medical Care Facility. He was born March 21, 1903, in Sanilac County. He was a chauffeur and truck driver. He was a life member of Michigan Conference of Teamsters Local 614. He is survived by several cousins, Mrs. Mildred Burgess, and husband, Tom, Brown City, Mr. Allen Smith, and wife, Ethel, Port Huron, and Mrs. Evelyn Jaynes, and husband, Frank, Mayville; and many friends. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Baird-Newton Funeral Home. Pastor Daniel Parker will officiate. Burial will be in Colfax Cemetery, Bade Axe. Visiting is all day today."
- Source: Times Herald, 05-May-1986

H. Richard Case
"Marine City - H. Richard Case, 59, died Saturday, Dec. 4, 1982, in River District Hospital, East China Township, after a long illness. He was born Oct. 20, 1925, in Detroit, and was a former East Detroit resident. He had lived in Marine City for the past three years. He married Eleanor Sienkiewicz, Sept. 30, 1950, in Detroit. Mr. Case was business manager for Commercial Credit, Roseville. He was a U.S. Army Air Corps veteran of World War II and a former vice president of the East Detroit Kiwanis Club. He is survived by his wife; three daughters, Mrs. Stanley (Jennifer) Walendowski, Marine City, Marsha Agresta, Fraser, and Mrs. Jim (Lynne) Blumenstein, Oregon; his mother, Mrs. Bessie Case, Marine City; a brother, George, Cheboygan; a sister, Dorothy Govaere, Richmond; and seven grandchildren. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the Bower-Rose Funeral Home. The Rev. Nicholas Zukowski, associate pastor of Holy Cross Catholic Church, will officiate. Burial will be in Rosehill Cemetery, East China Township."
- Source: Times Herald, 05-Dec-1982

James R. Case
"Taylor - James R. Case, 41, a former Kinde resident, died Saturday, Nov. 28, 1981 in Botsford General Hospital, Farmington, after a short illness. He was born Feb. 29, 1940 in Bad Axe. Mr. Case was a 1958 graduate of North Huron High School, Kinde, and 1962 graduate of Central Michigan University. He was a personnel officer at Outer Drive Hospital, Lincoln Park. He is survived by his wife, Linda, a son, James Jr. , and a daughter, Pamela, all of Taylor; and his mother, Mrs. Ila Case, Kinde. His father, George, died Feb. 28, 1970. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Howe Peterson Funeral Home, Dearborn, and at 1 p.m. Wednesday in the Gage Chapel of the MacAlpine Funeral Home, Kinde. Burial will be in Colfax Cemetery, Bad Axe."
- Source: Times Herald, 30-Nov-1981

John S. Case
"Filion - James S. Case, 77, of Filion, died Thursday, May 21, 1981, in Los Angeles, Calif., after a brief illness. Mr. Case was born Dec. 21, 1903, in Filion. He was a retired employee of Cadillac Motors, Detroit. He married Eva Nelson. She died Dec. 19,1957. Mr. Case is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Clifford (Helen) Harris, of Los Angeles, Calif., and Mrs. Karen Smandziuk, of Brighton; five grandchildren; a foster daughter, Mrs. Lyle (Nadine) Nelson, of Kinde; two foster grandchildren; two foster great-grandchildren; a brother, Kenneth Case, of Detroit; and a sister, Mrs. Alma Lee, of Detroit. Two brothers, Galen and George, and a sister, Janet, died earlier. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday in the MacAlpine Funeral Home, Bad Axe. Burial will be conducted at 10 a.m. Tuesday in Colfax Cemetery."
- Source: Times Herald, 24-May-1981

Justin Case
"St. Clair - Infant Justin Case was dead at birth Friday, Aug. 17, 1979, in Port Huron Hospital. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas A. Case III; and a sister, Shannon, all of 1001 Henry St., St. Clair; his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas A. Case Jr. and Mr. and Mrs. Alex Atkins, all of Port Huron; and greatgrandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas L. Case Sr., Palms, and Mrs. Ruth Edwards, Bad Axe. Private services were to be today in Karrer-Simson Funeral Home, Port Huron. The Rev. C. Fay Logan, pastor of Ross Bible Church, was to officiate. Burial was to be in Sunset Memorial Gardens."
- Source: Times Herald, 21-Aug-1979

Rosa Lee Case
"Port Huron Twp - Rosa Lee Case, 74, died Thursday, Feb. 2, 1989 in Mercy Hospital after a long illness. She was born April 7, 1914 in Wilson, Ark., and had been an area resident since 1954. She married Douglas E. Case Feb. 12, 1957 in Port Huron. Mrs. Case was a member of the Port Huron Assembly of God Church and was active with the Women's Ministries Group and the Adult Sunday School Class. She is survived by her husband; a son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Shirley Schermerhorn of Richmond; a daughter and son-in-law, Billie Dee and Garth Gurnsey of Port Huron; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Services will be held at noon Monday in the Pollock-Randall Funeral home. The Rev. Johnnie Johnson of Port Huron Assembly of God will officiate. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery."
- Source: Times Herald, 05-Feb-1989

Thomas A. Case, Sr.
"Palms - Thomas A. Case Sr., 79, died Sunday, Sept. 13, 1987, in Medilodge Nursing Center, Yale, after a long illness. He was born April 10, 1905, in Johnstown, N.Y., and came to Michigan in 1927, moving to the Detroit area. He moved to the Palms area in 1947 after working for Chrysler-Dodge Main Plant-Hamtramck. Mr. Case was a retired Delaware Township farmer. He retired in 1970 from Hercules Powder Plant, Harbor Beach, after 15 years of service. He is survived by his wife, Ellen of Palms; one son, Thomas Case Jr. of Port Huron; one daughter, Mrs. William (Joan) Famrer of Knoxville, Tenn.; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one brother and one sister. Services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday in the Smigielski Funeral Home, 8545 Cass Ave., Minden City. The Rev. James Sheldrake, pastor of Deckerville Bible Church, will officiate. Burial will be in the Delaware Townsip Cemetery."
- Source: Times Herald, 14-Sep-1987

Ann Marie Arnett Cash, posted 30-JAN-2001.

Michael Caslor
"The death of Mr. Michael Caslor occurred very suddenly Thursday noon, the summons coming while he was eating his dinner. but a short time before, Mr. Caslor had been out in the yard in apparent health. Heart failure was the cause of death. Mr. Caslor was 77 years of age and was very well known and highly respected in St. Clair and this vicinity. Twenty-five years ago he came to a farm about three miles from this city on the Bowman road. For the past two years Mr. Caslor has been making his home in this city. Two sons, John R. and Herbert, and a daughter, Mrs. Anna E. Dunton, suffer the loss of a father. The funeral was held from the M. E. church Sunday afternoon, Rev. O. F. Winton officiating. The family desire to extend thanks for the aid kindly extended by many after Mr. Caslor's death."
- Source: St. Clair Historical Museum Collection
Submitted by Pat Love

Mary Alice Appel Cassady, posted 30-JAN-2001.

Marion M. Castelnuovo
"Port Huron - Marion M. Castelnuovo, 83, died Wednesday, Dec. 8, 1999. Survived by her son Dennis. Arrangements are by the Karrer-Simpson Funeral Home."
- Source: Times Herald, Thursday, 09-DEC-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Donna C. Ameel Castillo, posted 12-FEB-2001.

Peter Castle
"Mussey Twp. - Peter Castle, 84, died Tuesday, Dec. 14, 1999. Survived by wife, Elaine. Services: 11 a.m. Thursday, Kaatz Funeral Directors, Capac. Visiting: 2 to 9 p.m. Wednesday."
- Source: Times Herald, Wednesday, 15-DEC-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Rosemond Castleberry, 81
"Marine City - Rosemond Castleberry, 81, died Friday, April 21, 2000. Survived by children, Betty Wood, John May Jr., Robert May and Douglas McCollister. Services: 1 p.m. Wednesday, Bower-Rose Funeral Home. Visiting: 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday."
- Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 23-APR-2000

Smith Caswell
"DIED. At Marine City, on the 17th inst., at the residence of his brother-in-law, L. Tromely [Trombley], Smith Caswell, aged 45 years, after a short illness of 18 hours."
- Source: St. Clair Republican, 23-NOV-1869, p 1

Almas J. Caughel, 81
"Yale - Almas J. Caughel, 81, died Saturday, May 27, 2000. Survived by children, Robert, Ethel, Harvey, Joyce, and Mary. Services: 11 a.m. Kaatz Funeral Directors. Visiting: 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and 9:30 to 11 a.m. Wednesday."
- Source: Times Herald, on 28-MAY-2000

Donald W. Cavanary, 81
Obituary listed in the Times Herald, 30-JAN-2000, p 2B

Michael Cavanaugh
"St. Clair, March 23 - Funeral services for Michael Cavanaugh, 72, Spanish-American war veteran, who died Wednesday in St. Clair Community hospital, will be held at 9:30 a.m. Friday in the Friederichs funeral home and at 10 a.m. in St. Mary's Catholic church. Rev. E. J. Kromenaker, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in St. Mary's cemetery. The Rosary society will meet at 8 p.m. today in the funeral home to recite the rosary led by Rev. John F. Schmidt."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Lovicy Chamberlain
"Died in China township, Feb 16, 1898 at the residence of her son-in-law, Aaron McMillan, Mrs. Lovicy Chamberlain, aged 81 years, 9 months and 26 days. Lovicy Worden was born in South Bristol, Ontario Co., N. Y, April 20, 1816. She came with her parents to Michigan in 1826. Her father bought a tract of land on St. Clair river now known as the Donahue farm and here she lived until her marriage with Porter Chamberlain of Niagara Co., N. Y., May 7, 1835 when she moved on the farm where she has always lived. Six children were born to them but only three survive her, viz: Mr. John Chamberlain, Mrs. Aaron McMillan and Mrs. Ada Robbins, with whom she has lived and who has most tenderly and lovingly cared for her since her widowhood in 1887. Mrs. Chamberlain can be considered one of the pioneers of St. Clair Co. for the farms which now show scarcely a trace of woodland was a forest when she came to the state. Educational advantages in those early days were few and meager, yet she acquired a fair knowledge of books; and reading was a source of profit as well as pleasure to her until the failure of her sight a few years ago which entirely deprived her of this privilege. Much sympathy is felt for Mrs. Robbins, who on account of illness of herself and family, were unable to be with her mother during her last hours. About two weeks before her death it was thought best to have her visit her other daughter, during the illness in the family of Mrs. Robbins, leaving home in usual health, but never to enter or be seen in life by those loved ones again; but all that loving hands could do was done to prolong her life in this world, but to no avail. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. W. A. Tripp after which she was laid to rest by the side of her husband in East China cemetery.

In the resurrection morning,
When the ransomed host shall rise,
We will meet our loved and lost ones
In the home beyond the skies.
Where the wicked cease from troubling"
And the weary are at rest,
We will meet thee, dearest mother,
In the mansions of the blest."

- Source: A scrapbook of clipped obituaries in the St. Clair museum, probably from the St. Clair Republican newspaper.
Submitted by John Thomson.

John Chamberlin
"John Chamberlin died Wednesday night of last week at the city hospital. Mr. Chamberlin was born Feb. 7, 1844 in China and was the son of Porter and Lovicy (Worden) Chamberlin. Both were pioneer settlers the Worden family having come here from Massachusetts and the Chamberlin family from New York. In early life John had his experience on the lakes and for four years sailed as master. The rest of his life was spent as a farmer. June 1, 1867 he was married to Miss Blanche E. Kenyon, a native of East China and daughter of Myron Kenyon and Barbara Kenyon. They were blessed with two children, Catherine B., now Mrs. George Martin, and Capt. Myron K. Chamberlin, both well known to our people. In company of Myron Kenyon, John C. Robinson and T. Schunk, the deceased built the steamer Porter Chamberlin in 1871. Mrs. Chamberlin owned an interest in the steamer Oscar T. Flint. John Chamberlin sold his vessel property in 1877. In addition to other activities, John Chamberlin was town clerk, supervisor and justice of the peace. He was a charter member of Palmer Lodge, No. 20, K. of P. in 1875 and in good standing at the time of his death. He was a man widely known, highly respected and the community will be saddened by his death. The funeral was held Friday."
- Source: The St. Clair Republican, 22-DEC-1921
Submitted by John Thomson.

Kimberly M. Champine
"Clay Twp. - Kimberly M. Champine, 36, died Tuesday, June 13, 2000. Survived by her father, Edward Champine. Services: 8 p.m. Monday, Christie-Olszewski Funeral Home, New Baltimore. Visitation: 2 to 9 p.m. Monday."
- Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 18-JUN-2000, page 2b

Michael L. Chancey
"In loving memory of Michael L. Chancey who passed away 5 years ago today (1/12/1995) - For those who loved you and remember Today's the saddest of the year For 'tis the date you met the Reaper And left us here to sorrow, dear. Greatly missed by wife, family & friends."
- Source: Times Herald, Wednesday, 12-JAN-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Daniel Chapp
"Gernee, Ill. - Daniel Chapp, 45, died Thursday, July 6, 2000. Survived by parents, Richard and Julianne. Services: 11 a.m. Thursday, St. Augustine Catholic Church, Richmond. Visitation: 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and 3 to 5 and 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Rewalt Funeral Home, Richmond."
- Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 09-JUL-2000

Craig G. Chappell
"Lenox Twp. - Craig G. Chappell, 18, died Jan. 22, 2000. Survived by his parents, William and Linda Baltierra. Services: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dunan-Olszewski Funeral Home, New Haven. Visiting: 2 to 9 p.m. today."
- Source: Times Herald, 25-Jan-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Samson H. Charlton
"Port Huron - Samson H. Charlton, 45, died Saturday, Sept. 18 1999. Survived by daughter, Sheila. Arrangements by Pollock-Randall Funeral Home are incomplete."
- Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 19-SEP-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Florence I. Gregg Cheney
"Marysville- Florence I. Gregg Cheney, 89, of Marysville died Thursday, April 25, 2002, in her home. She was born May 16, 1912, in Richmond to the late Clarence E. and Irene Hamblin Gregg. She married Harold J. Cheney on August 16, 1946, in Smiths Creek. He died June 11, 1974. Mrs. Cheney enjoyed poetry and baking cookies and candy. She is survived by a daughter, Deborah Wilmoth of Metamora; a sister, Helen Smith of Marysville; two sisters-in-law, Arlene Gregg of St. Clair and Loreen Gregg Metheny of Smiths Creek; and several nieces and nephews, including Kenneth, Thomas and Alwyn Gregg, Katherine Welser, Cheryl Allison, Steven Smith, Bonnie Dudash, Jean Turner and Irene Hansberger. She was preceded in death by three brothers, Merle, Norman and Alfred Gregg; two sisters, Nellie and Shirley; a son-in-law, Bruce Wilmoth; and a special niece, Pamela Reynolds. Visitation will be 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday in Marysville Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday in Marysville Funeral Home, Pastor Cedric Whitcomb of First Baptist Church of Marysville will officiate. Burial will be in Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Fort Gratiot. Pallbearers will be Kenneth, Thomas and Alwyn Gregg, Steve Smith, Paul Welser and Dave Allison. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider the American Heart Association."
- Source: P.H. Times Herald, Saturday, 27-APR-2002
Submitted by Kathy Welser.

Betty J. Childs
"Algonac - Betty J. Childs, 99, of Algonac died Thursday, Aug. 10, 2000, in West Bloomfield. She was born March 29, 1901, in Pilsner, Czechoslovakia, and lived here 35 years. She married Gale Childs. He died May 4, 1977. She is survived by her sisters, Mary Bredlow and Anne Guillery; and several nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2000, in Gilbert Funeral Home. Cremation has taken place."
- Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 09-JUL-2000

Charlotte V. Pawlak Chiles
"Richmond - Charlotte V. Pawlak Chiles, 59, died Tuesday, May 13, 1986, in St. John's Hospital, Detroit, after a long illness. She was born July 30, 1926, in Columbus Township, where she lived all of her life. She married Cova Chiles June 13, 1953. He died Feb. 25, 1976. Mrs. Chiles was a member of St. Mary's Catholic church, St. Clair. She is survived by son and daughter-in-law, Stanley and Cynthia Chiles, Richmond; one sister, Mrs. Stella Kruger, Port Huron; and one brother, Edwin Wisniewski, Richmond. Two brothers, Chester Wisniewski and Frank Pawlak, preceded her in death. Services will be held at 10:45 a.m. Saturday in the Merlin L. Trumble colonial Chapel Funeral Home - St. Clair Highway Chapel, St. Clair, and 11;30 a.m. in St. Mary's Catholic Church, Father Edward Ritter, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in St. Mary's cemetery, St. Clair. Visiting begins at 7 p.m. today and 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday. A rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Friday. Memorials may be made to the Arthritis Foundation, Michigan Chapter."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Raymond R. Chisholm
"Croswell - Raymond R. Chisholm, age 84, of Croswell died Thursday, May 11, 2000, in Evangelical Home, Fort Gratiot, after a six week illness. He was born Aug. 24, 1915, in Elk Township to Robert and Lena (Matthews) Chisholm. He was a lifelong Sanilac County resident. He sailed the Great Lakes; and worked 15 years at Yale Rubber Co. in Sandusky, retiring in 1983. Surviving are a special friend, Helen Lodge; and her children, George, Dan, John and Diana, all of Croswell; a cousin, Russ Chisholm of Brown City; nephews, Franklin "Ted" Smith of Mayville, Raymond Smith and Dale Smith, both of Oxford. He was preceded in death by his parents and Michael Lodge. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the Pomeroy Funeral Home, Croswell. Pastor Jeff Volpe will officiate. Burial following cremation will be in Lexington Cemetery. Friends may call from 2 to 9 p.m. Monday. A prayer service will be at 7:30 p.m. Monday."
- Source: The Times Herald, 14-MAY-2000

Carl A. Chisnell
"St. Clair - Carl A. Chisnell, 72, of 1620 Clinton Avenue, died Friday in Faith Medical Center after a long illness. He was born May 18, 1902, in Armada Township. He moved to St. Clair in 1920. He sailded the Great Lakes for 40 years., retiring in 1962. Mr. Chisnell is survived by a brother, David H Chisnell, St. Clair, with whom he made his home; a niece, Lee Holka, Jeddo, and a grandnephew. Visiting hours at L. C. Friederichs & Son Funeral Home, St. Clair, will be 7 to 9 p.m. today and 1 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the funeral home. Elder Victor Leavitt, pastor of Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, St. Clair, will officiate. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

John A. Chodnicki, 89, posted 17-FEB-2001.

Ian Y. Chopp
"Sandusky - Ian Y. Chopp, 63, died Friday, Oct. 8, 1999. Survived by sisters, Alice Traverse, Helen Hass and Naomi Minnick, and brother, William Dalton. Services: 5 P.M. Sunday, Kranz Funeral Horne, Cass City."
- Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 10-OCT-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

John Scott Christie, 47, posted 28-FEB-2001.

Kernol and Leslie Christy
"To Be Buried in One Grave - Funeral of Christy Boys Will Be Held At Algonac On Sunday - Kernol and Leslie Christy, the two Marine City young men, who lost their lives when the steamer Argus went to the bottom, will be buried in one grave at Algonac Sunday afternoon. The remains will arrive in this city from Kincardine and will be met here by Undertaker Gilbert of Algonac. The funeral services will be held at the Episcopal Church at Algonac on Sunday afternoon at 1:30 and will be conducted by Rev. Mr. Mitchell. The bodies of the drowned sailors were accompanied to this city by the father and a brother-in-law, who have been searching the shore in the vicinity of Kincardine and Goderich for days. Their patience and search was rewarded for a a few days ago the bodies of the Christy boys came ashore in the vicinity of Kincardine. Many Marine City people will attend the services."
- Source: (believed) Times Herald, NOV 1913
Submitted by Suzanne Frantz.

Andrew Chriswell
"A post mortem examination of the body of Mr. Andrew Chriswell conducted by Drs. W. L. Schoales and W. E. Burtless last week, disclosed chronic gastritis, cirrhosis of the liver, enlarged spleen and cancer of the bowels. Mr. Chriswell had been in poor health for about two years, but the coming of the end was marked by the severe illness of the last three weeks of his life. During all his illness he had been most patient, never murmuring. Mr. Chriswell was born in Memphis, Macomb county, July 17, 1850. He came to St. Clair 18 years ago and has always been held in the highest esteem by the people here. He has been a member of the Maccabee lodge during his entire thirteen years of residence here, having joined the order at Memphis sixteen years ago. He also belonged to the order of Foresters. A man of very few words was Mr. Chriswell but his life was marked by kind charitable deeds, and he never acquainted his left hand of the good things the right hand was doing. The family of Mr. Chriswell desire to return thanks to neighbors and the many who so kindly rendered assistance, to the helpful offices of the Maccabees and...[rest of the article lost]
- Source: St. Clair Historical Museum Collection
Submitted by Pat Love

Johnny S. Church
"Lakeport - Johnny S. Church, age 89, of Lakeport died Thursday, May 18, 2000, in Port Huron Hospital. He was born Sept. 9, 1910, in Sykesville, Pa. He was a retired Chrysler Corporation employee. Mr. Church was a member of St. Denis Catholic Church; Knights of Columbus Fr. LaHaie Council #7255, Lexington; the U.A.W.; and the Hamtranck Indians. Surviving are his wife, Helen (Gatzke); two sons, Col. John C. (Rachel) Church Sr., U.S.M.C. (Ret.) and Harold Church; two daughters, Jacqueline (Ron) Andrews and Barbara (Cecil) Sennett; one stepson, Robert Gatzke; one brother, Edward; two sisters, Sylvia and Frances; 11 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Jennie Godziszewski, and a sister, Emily. Funeral mass for Mr. Church will be at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Denis Catholic Church. Father Eppenbrock will officiate. Visiting hours are 2 to 9 p.m. today at the Pomeroy Funeral Home in Lexington. A Rosary will be said at 4:30 p.m. today. Burial will be at St. Denis Cemetery."
- Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 21-MAY-2000

Longin Cieslak
"Yale - Longin Cieslak, 81, died Thursday, Dec. 9, 1999. Survived by friend, Elizabeth Scalzo. Private burial arrangements: Kaatz Funeral Directors."
- Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 12-DEC-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Emil "The Buffalo" Claerhaut
"'The Buffalo' Emil Dies - Richmond - Emil "The Buffalo" Claerhaut, 84, of 2125 Werner Road, died Thursday in his home of an apparent heart attack. Claerhaut was well known in the area for the buffaloes he raised at his restaurant in Synderville. "It's the end of an era out here. Really Emil was a legend in his own time," said Roy Heartstead, Rattle Run. "He was a friend to everyone who ever came into his restaurant. He'll be missed, especially by the children from all over the area who came to see his buffaloes. It just doesn't seem possible. Back in September of 1975 he took a beating during a robbery at his home that would have killed most men, but he made it through then," Heartstead said. Heartstead referred to the robbery in which two men, their faces masked with nylon stockings forced their way into Claerhaut's home and took Claerhaut's life savings estimated at nearly $200,000. The men who robbed Claerhaut were never caught and none of the money has ever been found, according to Michigan State Police, St. Clair Post. The case is still open. Mr. Claerhaut was born June 11, 1892, in Belgium. He married May Verbrugge of Detroit Feb. 16, 1916. She died Dec. 3, 1955. Mr. Claerhaut owned Emil's Restaurant for 41 years. He was a member of Council 2667, Knights of Columbus, Richmond; St. Augustine Catholic Church, Richmond; Michigan Beverage Association of St. Clair county; National buffalo Association; and National Beverage Association. He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Madeline Schuster and Mrs. Virginia Dolan, both of Richmond; two sisters, Mrs. Irma Herman, Marshall, and Mrs. Mary Demeulnarre, Grosse Point; a brother, Maurice Claerhaut, Detroit; 11 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; two step great-grandchildren. A son, Frank
Claerhaut, died in 1970. Remains will be in Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair Highway Chapel, St. Clair, after 2 p.m. Saturday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Antoinette Claerhout
"St. Clair - Antoinette Claerhout, 56, of 6899 Big Hand road, died Wednesday in Mercy Hospital, Port Huron, after a long illness. She was born Jan. 17, 1922, in Detroit. She was married to Frank Emil Claerhout. He died June 15, 1970. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Melanie Scarbrough, St. Clair; two sons Charles and Daniel, both of St. Clair; two sisters, Sister Mary Stanisia, Livonia, and Mrs. Genevieve Rumenapp, Covina, Calif. Funeral arrangements are incomplete. Visitation in the Colonial Chapel Funeral Home-Jay Street, St. Clair, begin at 7 p.m. today."

"St. Clair - Services for Antoinette Claerhout, 56, of 6899 Big Hand Road, will be at 12:30 p.m. Saturday in the Colonial Funeral Home, Jay Street Chapel, St. Clair, and at 1 p.m. in St. Mary's Catholic Church, St. Clair. The Rev. Karl Hubble, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in St. Michael's Cemetery, Richmond. Mrs. Claerhout died Wednesday in Mercy Hospital after a long illness. She was the widow of Frank Claerhout, who died in 1970. A rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. today in the funeral home."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

May S. Claerhout
"Snyderville - Mrs. May S. Claerhout, 60, who with her husband owned Emils restaurant and tavern, Snyderville, died today in her home, 2025 Werner road, richmond, after a long illness. She was born June 2, 1895, in Marinette, Wis. She and Emil Claerhout were married Feb. 16, 1916. Mrs. Claerhout, who attended schools in Belgium, France, Wisconsin and Arizona, lived in Richmond 21 years. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Charles J. Wettstein, pastor, at 10 am. Tuesday in St. Augustine Catholic church, Richmond, Burial will be in St. Augustine Cemetery. Remains are in the family home, where the Rosary devotions will be held at 8:30 p.m. Monday. Mrs. Claerhout is survived by her husband; two daughters, Mrs. Madeline Schuster and Mrs. Virginia Siegrist; a son, Frank Claerhout, and her mother, Mrs. Emma Verbugge, all of Richmond; two sisters, Mrs. Madeline Huvaere, Detroit, and Mrs. Margaret Mackley, Richmond; a brother, Cyril Verbrugge, Detroit, and nine grandchildren."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Mary O. Clapsaddle, 100, posted 12-JAN-2001.

Cecil F. Clark
"Port Huron - Cecil F. Clark, 69, died Tuesday, Dec. 7, 1993, in his home after a long illness. He was born Nov. 18, 1924, in Port Huron and had been a lifelong area resident. He married Carol J. Lasher May 26, 1956, in Port Huron. Mr. Clark sailed on the Great Lakes for many years and later was a truck driver for several area businesses. He is survived by his wife, Carol J. Clark of Port Huron; five sons, Frederick R. Clark, Mr. and Mrs. Gary C. (Tina) Clark, Mr. and Mrs. Randy J. (Darci) Clark, Mr. and Mrs. Craig A. (Hazel) Clark and Scott A. Clark all of Port Huron; four daughters, Dianne M. Clark of Port Huron, Mr. and Mrs. Glenn (Theresa) Furman of Virginia Beach, Va. and Mr. and Mrs. Daniel (Julia) Girken and Mr. and Mrs. Gene (Mary) Ryan of Port Huron; 19 grandchildren and a great-grandson, Timothy Clark of Port Huron; a sister, Mr. and Mrs. Lorman (Dorothy) Peeling of Goodells; a brother, Alvin Clark of Port Huron; several nieces and nephews. Services are 11 a.m. Friday in the Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. The Rev. Keith A. Sparks of First Church of the Nazarene will officiate. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery. Pallbearers are Fred Clark, Gene Ryan, Tim Mooney, Shaun Clark, Glenn Furman and Daniel Girken. Visiting is 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today."
- Source: Times Herald, Thursday, 09-DEC-1993

Charles Edward Clark
"Armada, Oct. 23 - Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday in St. Mary’s Mystical Rose Catholic church for Charles Edward Clark 44, service station operator fatally injured in an automobile accident. Rev. Francis J. Sysol, pastor, will officiate, and burial will be in the Catholic section of West Berlin Cemetery, near Allenton. Rosary devotions will be conducted at 8 p.m. today in A. M. Tiffany chapel here."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Phyllis I. Clark
"Capac - Phyllis I. Clark, 77, of Capac, died unexpectedly Wednesday, Dec. 15, 1999, at her home. She was born March 2, 1922, in Detroit, the daughter of the former Fred and Dora Schmidt Schwartz. Her marriage to James H. Clark was Jan. 17, 1942, in Capac, and his death occurred Nov. 23, 1979. Phyllis was a graduate of Capac High School and a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Capac. She also loved reading and her family. Surviving are three daughters and sons-in-law, Judith Ann and James Carpenter of Newberry, Janet and James McElhaney of Alabama, and Dorothy and John Saelens of Emmett; grandchildren, Jeff (Paula) Leonard, Jodi (Mark) Carroll, Jennifer (Bryan) LePla, Tammi Bailey, Renee (Tom) Burke, Kevin and Marc Lucas and James, Nicole and Amanda Saelens; seven Great- arandchi ldren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a sister, Dorothy, and brothers, Frederick and Ralph. A funeral service in appreciation for the life, family and friends of Phyllis will be shared at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. John's Lutheran Church, Capac. Burial will be in Capac Cemetery, Capac. Visitation will be today from 6 to 8 p.m. and Friday from 2 to 9 p.m. at Kaatz Funeral Directors, Capac, and from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the church. Memorials are suggested to St. John's Lutheran Church."
- Source: Times Herald, Thursday, 16-DEC-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Addie M. Clarke
"Mrs. Addie M. Clarke. Stricken with paralysis, Mrs. Addie M. Clarke passed away Saturday evening after an illness of only a few hours at her residence, 1608 Seventh st. She was seventy-three years of age and had resided in Port..."
- Source: The Weekly Herald, 23-NOV-1906, p 7

Janet L. Clay, 40, posted 09-JAN-2001.

Virgil W. Clayton - Auctioneer
"Cottrellville Township - Services for Virgil W. Clayton, 75, will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Bower-Rose Funeral Home, Marine City. The Rev. Jose Malayang, pastor of St. James and St. Matthew's United Churches of Christ, Casco Township, will officiate. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery, St. Clair. Mr. Clayton died Tuesday, Dec. 22, 1981, in River District Hospital, apparently from a heart attack. He was born Aug. 13, 1906, in Harrisville, and was a longtime area resident. He married Ruth F. Vhrig March 21, 1928, in Starville. Mr. Clayton was a farmer and auctioneer for 50 years. He is survived by his wife; two sons, John A., Palatine, Ill., and Virgil F., Marine City; two foster sons, Clyde Wilderson and Melvin McCullum, both of Marine City; and two grandchildren. Visiting is from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today and Thursday. Memorials may be made to the Heart Fund."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Wilson "Bill" Cleland
"St. Clair - Wilson "Bill" Cleland, 79, died Thursday, Feb. 17, 1994. He was born Sept, 28, 1914, in St. Clair and had been a lifelong area resident. He married Velda Schunk May 27, 1939. He was employed by the city of St. Clair for 38 1/2 years. Bill was a member of the First United Methodist Church of St. Clair Evergreen Lodge 9and Royal Arch Mason 12. He was a volunteer fireman for 25 years. He is survived by his wife, Velda; a daughter and son-in-law, Judy and bob Hawkins of Sterling Heights; daughter, Joanne Benedict of Mechanicsburg, Pa.; son and daughter -in-law, Jim and Barb Cleland of East Lansing; daughters and sons-in-law, Debra and Patrick Brinker of Olney, Md. and Kathy and Larry Williams of St. Clair; 12 grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Catherine Dandron of St. Clair and Mrs. Raymond (Vera) Rider of Centerline; many nieces and nephews. Services are 11 a.m. Monday in the First United Methodist Church. The Rev. John Naile will officiate. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery. Visiting is 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today and noon to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday in the L. C. Friederichs and Son funeral Home in St. Clair and 10 a.m. until service time Monday at the church. Memorial may be made to the First United Methodist Church."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Marion Clement
"Armada - Marion Clement, 83, died Saturday, June 10, 2000. Survived by children, Carol Gooch, Beatrice Nye and Keith. Services: 10 a.m. Monday, Tiffany-Young and Hauss Funeral Home. Visiting: 2 to 9 p.m. today."
- Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 11-JUN-2000

Burling H. Clyne
"Burling H. "Jake" Clyne, ?7, Port Huron, died Thursday, Oct. 3, 1985. Visiting: 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday in the Karrer-Simpson Funeral Home."
- Source: Times Herald, 03-OCT-1985, p 2A

Ezra A. Cole
"Ezra A. Cole, an old and respected resident of this city, died at his late home, 4004 Washington av., shortly after 5 a.m. Wednesday morning. Deceased had been ill for several weeks and had rapidly failed during the past month. He was well known throughout the county and superintended the construction of the Port Huron & Northwestern railway, known as the 'Narrow Gage,' which was built early in the eighties. He was also superintendent of tracks for the Grand Trunk for a number of years. About 10 years ago he retired from active duty and had since resided here. He is survived by a widow."
- Source: The Weekly Herald, 23-NOV-1906, p 7

James F. Coleman Jr., 75, posted 04-FEB-2001.

Josephine Coleman
"Richmond Twp. - Josephine Coleman, 89, died Thursday, Jan. 20, 2000. Survived by son, Joseph. Services: 10 a.m. Saturday, St. Mary Mystical Rose Catholic Church, Armada. Visiting: 4 to 9 p.m. today, Tiffany-Young and Hauss Funeral Home, Armada."
- Source: Times Herald, Friday, 21-JAN-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Robert A. Collard
"Richmond - Robert A. Collard, 79, died Saturday, Dec. 18, 1999. Survived by children, Esther and Daniel. Services: 1 p.m. Wednesday, Rewalt Funeral Home. Visiting: 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday."
- Source: Times Herald, Monday, 20-DEC-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Howard Colley
"Richmond - Howard Colley, 62, died Monday, Oct. 11, 1999. Survived by children, Paul, Pat and Michael. Services will be in Haysi, Va. Arrangements: Haysi Funeral Home."
- Source: Times Herald, Thursday, 14-OCT-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Thelma E. Collingwood, 76
Obituary listed in the Times Herald, Sunday, 08-MAR-1998

L. Bruce Collins
"Paradise - L. Bruce Collins, a former resident of Port Huron, died May 17, 2000, in his home in Northern Michigan. He was born Nov. 17, 1925. He is survived by his wife, Eva; six children; several grandchildren; his nieces and nephews; a brother, Herbert and Clara Collins; his sisters, Charlotte (Earl) Pelton, Beverly (Tom) Nauner, Joyce Huffman and Sharon Curtiss. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawson and Ruth Collins; and a son, Norman, a casualty of Vietnam. He was a veteran of the Navy, World War II, and served campaigns in the South Pacific. He was a retired tool maker and an active member of his church. Cremation has taken place."
- Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 11-JUN-2000

Leslie C. Colwell
"Jenison - Leslie C. Colwell, 36, died Friday, Aug. 18, 2000. Survived by husband, Dean. Services: 1 p.m. Tuesday, Georgetown United Methodist Church. Visiting: 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, Jenison Chapel of Cook Funeral Home."
- Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 20-AUG-2000, page 2b

Nancy M. Colwell
"Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, April 18 from the L. C. Friederichs and Son funeral home for Mrs. Thomas Colwell, 81, who died Saturday in her home April 15. Rev. A. G. Kruschwitz, pastor of Christian Fellowship Tabernacle church, Marine City, officiated. Burial was in Hillside Cemetery, St. Clair."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Jacob M. Conant, 2
Obituary listed in the Times Herald, on 13-FEB-2000, on page 2b.

Donald E. Conat
"St. Clair - Donald E. Conat, 77, died Sunday, Aug. 26, 1984. He was born June6, 1907, in Columbus Township, and was a lifelong area resident. He married Mary E. Starr June 16, 1951, in Port Huron. Mr. Conat was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U. S. Army. He was a graduate of St. Clair High School. He was active in area sports for many years. Mr. Conat retired in 1972 from the Detroit Edison Co. He was a member of the American Association of
Retired People and was a volunteer worker in the Evangelical Home Port Huron. Mr. Conat is survived by his wife; one sister, Mrs. Eva Alexander, Ann Arbor; three step-children, Mrs.
Suzanne Sippell, St. Clair, and Joseph and John Starr, both of Hawaii; and nine step-grandchildren. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m. Sunday in St. Paul's Episcopal Church. The Rev. Franklin P. Bennett, rector, will officiate. Arrangements were made by the L. C. Friederichs and Son Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Evangelical Home Port Huron or St. Clair Fire Department."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Harry M. Conely
"Port Huron - Mr. Harry Marshall Conely, 73 of Port Huron, went home to be with the Lord, Friday, January 23, 1998. He was born August 27, 1924 in Sandusky to the late Earl and Gertrude Conely. He married Dorothy M. Stone on September 5, 1945 in Sandusky. He worked at Mueller Brass Company for 20 years as a pipe fitter. He also was a real estate salesman and a master of many trades. He was a member of the First Nazarene Church in Port Huron. Mr. Conely is survived by his wife; a son, Mr. and Mrs. Larry (Sharon) Conely of Grosse Pointe Farms; two daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur (Elaine) Briolat of Lakeport and Marsha Conely of Port Huron; five grandchildren, Kimberly and Nicholas Conely, Rena, Steven, and Brena Briolat; two sisters, Neva Balhoff of Marysville and Anna Hull and her husband, Harold Nichols of Sandusky and Zephryhills, Florida; a brother, Mr. and Mrs. Howard (Geraldine) Conely of Mayville; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Ormal Conely. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday in Pollock-Randall Funeral Home, Port Huron. The Reverend Keith Sparks Sr. of the First Church of the Nazarene will officiate. Visitation will be 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. Burial will be in Burtchville Township Cemetery, Lakeport. Pallbearers will be Nicholas Conely, Steven Briolat, William Strickler, Virgil Strickler, Robert Conely and Lyndon Shinn. Honorary pallbearers will be Ken Stevens and Glenn Hayre. Memorials may be amde to the First Church of the Nazarene."
- Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 25-JAN-1998

Aaron Conger
"After an illness of nineteen days, Aaron Conger, father of one of our prominent business men, W. H. Conger, died at his residence on Marshall St., Tuesday morning from pneumonia, which was the result of grippe. Mr. Conger was born in Geneseo County, N. Y., Jan. 12, 1819, and came to Michigan when 16 years of age. At the age of 28 years he was married to Miss. Mariam Norton, of London, Ont. Mr. Conger was a thorough business man, the early part of his life being spent in farming and afterwards he was engaged in the hotel and variety store business. Being somewhat out of health he retired from business and wishing to live in a healthful place he came here on his son's recommendation last May. By his kind ways, cheerful, congenial manner and interesting conversational powers he has made many friends in the east as well as here, and his straiaghtforward honorable character has made his name as a business man. Mr. Conger died on his 73rd birthday, leaving a wife and nine children who are, Mrs. A. G. Bishop, Lansing: Mrs. John Jones, St. Clair; Mrs. E. M. Kent; Mrs Julia E. Sprague and Mrs. Lewis Harris, of Rome, N.Y.; Mrs. John Shaw, Camdern, N. Y. A. L. Conger, Kalamazoo and W. H. and Miss Zolia Conger, of this city. He also has three brothers living, one in New York and two in Armada, Mich. The bereaved wife and family have the sympathy of all in sustaining the loss of a loving husband and father. Funeral services sere held Wednesday afternoon at one o'clock, Rev. E. O. Smith officiating, and the body interred in Oak Grove cemetery."
- Source: St. Clair Historical Museum Collection - Coldwater Republican, January 20, 1892
Submitted by Pat Love

"Aaron Conger, aged 73 years, died at his home in Coldwater on Tuesday, of pneumonia. He was formerly in the notion business on Military street."
- Source: P.H. Weekly Times, Thursday, 21-JAN-1892

Anthony Conkey
"MARINE REPORTER DROWNS IN THE LAKE;....THE VICTIMS. Anthony Conkey, marine reporter for the Kendall Reporting company, aged 31, drowned in Lake Huron.....HIS BOAT IS CAPSIZED ANTHONY CONKEY IS THROWN IN LAKE NEAR LIGHTSHIP. HAD JUST THROWN LINE TO STEAMER WOODFORD. BROTHER JUMPS INTO LAKE TO SAVE HIS LIFE. Anthony Conkey, aged 31 years, a Kendall marine reporter, and son of Captain Arthur Conkey, of 718 Erie street, was drowned near the lightship, at the foot of Lake Huron, at 3:30 o'clock this morning. Mr. Conkey went on duty at 12 o'clock, and after meeting a number of vessels in the river, caught a tow into Lake Huron. He made fast to the lightship until shortly after 3 o'clock, when he caught sight of the steamer W. R. Woodford, W. L. Montgomery, captain. He rowed out into the lake and threw a line to the steamer. It was caught by a deckhand by the name of Chas. Wilson. Immediately after the deckhand found that his right arm was fast under the line, and he began to call for help. Arthur Conkey, mate of the Woodford, and a brother of the marine reporter, took in the situation. At the same time he noticed that his brother's boat had capsized. He pulled a knife from his pocket, cut the tow line, threw off his coat and vest, grabbed a life preserver and calling out, "Tell the captain I am going to save Tony's life," I jumped into the lake. By this time, however the marine reporter had disappeared. There was quite a sea on at the time, which prevented him from keeping afloat until help reached him. The steamer Mack was passing up at the time, and the crew noticed that Arthur Conkey, mate of the Woodford was nearly exhausted. A boat was quickly lowered, and he was rescued, and put aboard of the steamer Penobscot. The captain of the boat supplied Mr. Conkey with dry clothing and brought him to the Butler street dock. The steamer Woodford made a landing at Miller's coal dock, and Wilson, the deckhand, was taken to Dr. Morey's office, where it was found that the muscles of his arm were badly torn, but no bones were broken. The boat left for Cleveland at 9 a. m. Arthur Conkey, mate of the Woodford, said to The Times this afternoon: "As we neared the foot of the lake I was taking in the log line. I recognized Tony in his boat, and sang out, 'I will be with you in a minute.' Soon after I noticed that a line from my brother's boat had been thrown aboard the Woodford, and the deckhand's arm was fast under it. I also noticed that my brother was struggling for his life in the lake. I jumped into the water, but I was too late, Tony had gone down. Marine Reporter Riggs and myself have been up to the scene of the drowning, but could find not trace of the body. Tony had been in the employ of the Kendall Marine Reporting Co. since the opening of navigation. He was an expert oarsman and a good swimmer. I am at a loss to understand what overturned the boat. I will remain ashore for some time and try and recover the body of my brother." Tony Conkey, the drowned marine reporter, was a popular young man, and his drowning comes as a shock to his many friends. Captain Arthur Conkey, father of the drowned young man, says: "The deckhands on the steamer were responsible for the overturning of my son's boat. They must have handled the line in an awkward manner." Sanitary inspector Brittain Clarke and Capt. Conkey are engaged grappling for the body in Lake Huron this afternoon."
- Source: P.H. Daily Times, No. 107, Saturday, 17-JUL-1909, front page

"DRAG FOR BODY - Attempts to Recover Remains of Anthony Conkey Unsuccessful. Sanitary Inspector Clarke and Capt. Conkey, the father, spent Saturday afternoon dragging the St. Clair river at the foot of Lake Huron trying to find the body of Tony Konkey, drowned Saturday morning. They were unsuccessful. All day Sunday the lake was rough and great waves dashed on the beach. Friends of the young man were present hoping the young man's body would be washed ashore. A close watch will be kept along the river by the marine reporters in hopes of finding the body when it comes up."
- Source: P.H. Daily Times, Monday, 16-JUL-1909
Submitted by Barbara Krause.

Arthur Martin Conkey
"Veteran Sailor, Friend Of Edison, Dies Here Sunday - Capt. Arthur Martin Conkey, 83, ____ resident of Port Huron, ____marine captain and boyhood friend of Thomas A. Edison, died Sunday in his home, 718 Erie Street. He is survived by two sons, Charles M. Conkey and Arthur T. Conkey; and two grandchildren, Elizabeth J. Conkey and Phyllis M. Conkey, all of Port Huron. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Falk's funeral residence. Rev. Jonathan Turner, pastor of First Congregational church, will officiate. Burial will be in Lakeside cemetery. Capt. George Slyfield, Capt. George C. Stevenson, Capt. James Kelley, W. A. MacArthur, Capt. J. _. Burne and Thomas G. Treleaven will be pallbearers. Capt. Conkey was born Feb. 5, 1851, in Port Sanilac and came to Port Huron with his parents when a small child. He left school when 14 to sail. He sailed until about 25 years ago. He operated his own boat, the two-masted J. H. Magruder, about 20 years. After he retired, he became tender of Seventh Street bridge over ___river, which he operated about 17 years. He was deputy sheriff under Sheriff William Wagenseil."
- Source: P.H. Times Herald, Monday, 30-JUL-1934, front page

"CONKEY -- Capt. Arthur Martin, died July 29th at his home 718 Erie St. Funeral Wednesday 2 p.m. from Falk's Funeral Residence. Burial Lakeside Cemetery."
- Source: P.H. Times Herald, Monday, 30-JUL-1934, p 11
Submitted by Barbara Krause.

Arthur T. Conkey
"Well-known Sailor dies in Home, victim of Heart Disease. The body of Arthur T. Conkey, 63, former Great Lakes sailor who died Wednesday of heart disease, was discovered Friday night by police in the Conkey home, 718 Erie Street, where he had been living alone since the death of his father, Capt. Arthur Martin Conkey, in 1934. Police Chief Herman J. Nelson, neighbor, and lifelong friend of Mr. Conkey, said this morning that inactivity around the Conkey home during the last three days prompted him to make an investigation. He called Traffic Sergt. Ralph J. Irwin, who entered the house with the police chief and found Conkey's body on the floor of the living room. Coroner H. Clinton Downs, who directed an autopsy conducted by Dr.Frederick Ludwig and Dr. R. R. Licker, said Conkey had been dead 60 hours. Death was caused by heart disease, he said. Mr. Conkey was born in Port Huron, Feb. 5, 1876, and attended school here. He sailed the Great Lakes during his youth and become a first mate for the Pittsburgh Steamship company. His active career ended 30 years ago, when his brother Anthony Conkey, a marine reporter, drowned while making a mail deliver to the steamer of which Arthur Conkey was first mate. Arthur leaped overboard in an effort to save his brother and swam the rapids of St Clair river nearly eight hours before shipmates persuaded him to give up the search. Arthur was struck by the boat's propeller blade while searching for his brother's body, which was recovered six months later. Mr. Conkey is survived by two nieces, Miss Elizabeth M. Conkey, Port Huron, and Miss Phyllis Conkey, Chicago. The remains are in the Albert A. Falk mortuary, where funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday."
- Source: P.H. newspaper, date unknown (1939)
Submitted by Barbara Krause.

Minnie Conkey
"BIG FREIGHTER ANCHORS HERE DUE TO DEATH - To enable a son to be at the bedside of his dying mother and to permit him to remain for her funeral services the engines of a 600 foot streamer the Joshua A. Hatfield were stopped, the anchor was dropped and for 24 hours the big steel ship was halted on its course in St. Clair river Friday afternoon. That was the tribute a corporation paid to the memory of Mrs. Arthur M. Conkey, wife of Capt. A. M. Conkey, veteran sailor of the lakes, and mother of Capt. Charles M. Conkey, master of the steamer Joshua A. Hatfield, who died Friday night at her home, 718 Erie Street. A relief captain was sent to take command of the steamer. Mrs. Conkey, whose maiden name was Wilhelmina Krousey was born in Buffalo, Oct. 11, 1851. She came to Port Huron when a child with her parents. In 1872 she was married to Capt. Arthur M. Conkey, who for years sailed the great lakes. The marriage ceremony was performed by the late Rev. J. S. Hoyt, of the First Congregational church. Mrs. Conkey had been a member of that church ever since. Mrs. Conkey was a woman of many friends. Besides raising a family of her own she also raised two of her grandchildren, one of them being under her care when but nine days old, following the death of the mother. Mrs. Conkey leaves her husband, Capt. Arthur M. Conkey; two sons, Capt. Charles M. Conkey and Arthur T. Conkey; two grandchildren, Miss Phyllis Conkey, Chicago and Miss Elizabeth Conkey at home; also the following sisters and brother; Mrs. William May, Miss Anna Krousey, and Louis Krousey, this city and Edward Krousey, Ashtabula, Ohio. Funeral services will be held Monday at 2 p.m. from the family residence, 718 Erie Street."
- Source: P.H. Times Herald, Saturday, 28-APR-1928
Submitted by Barbara Krause.

John Connellan
"John Connellan, aged 18 years, died at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Connellan, 1001 Stone street, on Saturday evening, after an illness of one week with typhoid fever. The funeral will be held from the residence on Tuesday afternoon at 1:30 and burial will be made at Lakeside."
- Source: P.H. Daily Times, Monday, 12-APR-1909
Submitted by Michael Dingman

Ralph William Conselyea
"Royal Oak - Ralph William Conselyea, 84, formerly of Port Huron, died Tuesday Aug. 31, 1999. He was born to William A. Conselyea and Bessie L. (Grandy) in Port Huron on March 1, 1915 and was a graduate of Port Huron High School (now SC4's campus). He married Roselind L. Hayward of St. Clair on May 30, 1936, having celebrated 63 years of marriage. Early on, he owned and operated one of the first soft serve ice cream parlors in the state in St. Clair. From Ralph's Men's Wear haberdashery and shoe merchandising, he began his real estate career. He played an important role in Royal Oak's downtown development. He was called "Mr. Royal Oak" by the Chamber of Commerce. He sat on the Salvation Army Board 55 years receiving its top honor - the William Booth Award, awarded in recognition of those who are humanitarians. He received an associates degree in arts, honors causa, from Oakland County Community College for his many years of work on their behalf. He was a Masonic Order member for 60 years and a charter member of Lions Intermational, being honored for more than 64 years of service. Surviving are his wife, Roselind; children, Karen (Phil) Roff of Port Sanilac, William (Phyllis) Conselyea of Southfield, Frederick Conselyea of Nevada, and David (Linda) Conselyea of Davisburg; siblings, Helen Gilmour of Oak Park and Martha (Solon) Tyrrell of Port Sanilac; grandchildren and great grandchildren, Constance (Lloyd) Shagena with children, Nicholas and David, of Fort Gratiot, Camilla Roff of Port Sanilac, Marilind Roff of Port Huron, Brad (Tina) Roff with children Bradley II, Alyson and Rachael, of Sandusky, Saundra and Douglas Roff of Port Sanilac, Michael (Barbara) Conselyea Davio with children, Robert and Jonathan, of Illinois, Randolph (Robin) Conselyea with children, Nicole and Brandon, of Flint, Victoria (Michael) Mahron of Troy; Jeffery and Timothy Conselyea of Southfield, Martin (Cheryl) Conselyea of Warren, Frederick Conselyea Jr of Nevada, Christine Conselyea with children; Andrew and Olivia, of Nevada Patrick Conselyea of Nevada, and Alysa Conselyea of Davisburg. Burial was in Oak View Cemetery, Royal Oak."
- Source: Times Herald, Wednesday, 13-OCT-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

George Cook
"The death of Mr. George Cook occurred suddenly at his home in China township Monday afternoon. But a few hours before Mr. Cook had eaten a hearty dinner, and the day before he had been in attendance at a funeral, and he had been hunting Monday morning. A post mortem examination disclosed ulcer of the bowels as the cause of death. The disease was of long standing. Mr. Cook who was favorably known by everybody in this vicinity, is survived by a wife but no children. He was 26 year old."
- Source: St. Clair Historical Museum Collection
Submitted by Pat Love

Dr. M. A. Cook
"Dr. M. A. Cook, who died in Garden City, Kansas, Monday, August 31, 1892, was born in this city 35 years ago this month in what is now the Trumbull street school house. His father at that time was sheriff of St. Clair county and this building was the county jail. In March last he went to Kansas to see if the climate of that region would benefit him, and for a time he was better, but consumption had so firm a hold upon him that he died as above stated. The deceased graduated from the Detroit Medical College in 1886, after which he went to Riley Center where he practiced for four years, when he removed to Port Huron where he practiced his profession for about one year when his health began to fail and he was compelled to quit. His sickness first began by throat trouble and later on developed into consumption. He was a brother of Henry Cook and married a daughter of George Hewitt, the widow, one son and two daughters being left to mourn the early death Of a devoted husband and loving father. The remains arrived in St. Clair on the steamer Greyhound Sunday afternoon and were taken to the residence of Mr. J. T. Crary where they remained until Tuesday afternoon at 1 o'clock, when the funeral services were held at the Baptist church, Rev. Beeman, of Port Huron officiating, taking for his text the 23d Psalm and 4th verse, the text having been selected by Mr. Cook before his death. The doctor also selected for his pallbearers the following gentleman: Dr. Stewart and Tseadgold, of Port Huron, Dr. Parks, of Otter Lake, Dr. Berry, of Romeo, Dr. Baird, of Marine City, and Dr. Bradley, of St. Clair, all of whom were present and carried the remains of their beloved fellow practitioner to its last resting place in China cemetery. Dr. Cook was a member of Riley Center Tent of Maccabees and carried an insurance policy of $1,000 in that order. His brethren of Tuebor Tent of this city had charge of the remains and buried him with Maccabee honors. The funeral was attended by a large concourse of sympathizing friends and neighbors. The widow in behalf of herself and family desire to return their heartfelt thanks to all and especially the Maccabees who so kindly rendered assistance and extended their sympathy during the illness and at the death of Dr. Cook."
- Source: St. Clair Historical Museum Collection
Submitted by Pat Love

Norbert E. Cook
"Croswell - Norbert E. Cook, 73, of Croswell, died Monday, Oct. 11, 1999, in Port Huron Hospital following an illness of six months. He was born Nov. 19, 1925 in Detroit, and married Nellie F. Jocque on Sept. 14, 1946 in Detroit. He was a former resident of Harrison Township in Macomb County, and lived in the Croswell area for the past 20 years. Norbert was an active member of St. Denis Catholic Church in Lexington, and was a member of the church's Men's Club as well as the Knights of Columbus. He also was a member of the I.B.E.W. Local 58 and was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army Air Corps. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Nellie F. Cook, Croswell; his two daughters, Linda (Raymond) Leitz, Harrison Township, and Carol (John) Baron, Chesterfield Township; four grandchildren, Michael (Tina) Leitz, Heidi Leitz, John Baron Jr., and Joseph Baron; two great grandchildren, Erika and James Leitz; his brother, Robert (Teresa) Cook; and several nieces and nephews. A funeral mass will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 4. 1999 in St. Denis Catholic Church. The Rev. Fr. Donald Eppenbrock, pastor of St. Denis, will officiate. Cremation will follow with interment in St. Denis Cemetery at a later time. Visitation will be 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. today in Port Huron Family Funeral Home, 1525 Hancock St. Pallbearers will be Raymond, Michael, and Heidi Leitz, John, John Jr. and Joseph Baron, Steve Cook and Kent Jocque. Memorial contributions may be made in Norbert's memory to St. Denis church."
- Source: Times Herald, Wednesday, 13-OCT-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Larry S. Coomer
"East China Twp. - Larry S. Coomer, age 57, former resident for many years of Concord, Calif., died Friday, Aug. 18, 2000, in Mercy Hospital after a long illness. He was born on June 7, 1943, in Pontiac, son of Virginia and the late Sam Coomer. Larry was a graduate of Marine City High School, Class of 1961, and a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving in Vietnam. He retired in 1995 from Safeway Foods as a meat cutter manager in the State of California before moving back to Michigan, his boyhood home. He was a member of the Order of DeMolay-Samual Ward Chapter, Marine City, and the Southeastern Conservation Club of Michigan. Larry is survived by two children, a son, Jeffrey Coomer of Concord, Calif., and a daughter, Jennifer Ghera of Tracy, Calif.; three grandchildren; his mother, Virginia Coomer; one sister, Marion (Robert) Friederichs, all of East China; four brothers, Kenneth (Sherry) of Richmond, Gary (Charlene) of Cottrellville Township, Lonnie (Brenda) of Clay Township, and Art (Pattie) Coomer of East China Township; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 21, 2000, in the L.C. Friederichs and Son Funeral Home, St. Clair, with the Rev. William Blount, pastor of Fellowship Baptist Church, officiating. Visiting will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the funeral home. Burial will be in the Smith's Cemetery in Cottrellville Township. Memorials may be made to the wishes of the family."
- Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 20-AUG-2000, p 2b

Donald Cooper
"Port Huron - Donald "Shorty" Cooper, 71, of Port Huron died Thursday, April 20, 2000, in Mercy Hospital. He was born March 12, 1929, in Sarnia, Ontario. He married Erdeen Anderson on Oct. 23, 1982, in Port Huron. Shorty was a member of the Eagles #3702, Moose Lodge #158, Commanders Club Post #8 American Legion. He is survived by his wife, Erdeen Cooper; son, Donald R. (Sharon) Cooper; daughters, Sandy L. (Dale) Kress, and Terry Lynn Hansen; brothers, Robert (Doris) Cooper and Douglas Cooper; sister Betty (Norman) Grant; brother, William Cooper; sister, Delores Smith; brothers, John (Sally) Cooper, Gerald Cooper, and Thomas (Nancy) Cooper; sister, Rosemary Joyce; brother, Allen (Yvonne) Cooper; sister, Joyce (Elmer)Boschman; brothers, Larry Cooper and James (Patty) Cooper; and sister-in-law, Geraldine Brabbs. Shorty was preceded in death by his parents, Stan and Mildred (Foster) Cooper; brother, Stanley (Fuzz) Cooper and grandson, Joseph David Cooper. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday in Arthur Smith Funeral Home, 1230 7th St. The Rev. Amy Terhune, pastor of First United Methodist Church, will officiate. Burial will be in Woodland Cemetery. Visiting hours are 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today and Monday. Shorty's grandchildren will be pallbearers, Donald Kress, Donald Cooper, Scott Kress, Steven Cooper, Chad Hansen and Cody Hansen. Honorary pallbearers will be Melissa Cooper, Robert Cooper, Dennis Swoffer, Bruce Hoffman and Ed Peeling. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society."
- Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 23-APR-2000

E. C. Cooper - [Benjamin Cooper]
"Capt. E. H. Cooper of 623 Ontario Street, perhaps the oldest retired lake skipper residing in Port Huron, died early this morning at his home following an illness of pneumonia. He was 83 years old. Two daughters survive Capt. Cooper. They are Mrs. Fred Taylor with whom he resided and Mrs. Thomas Adams, also of this city. Dr. Thomas H. Cooper is a grandson. Funeral service, which will be held at the residence Saturday afternoon at 3:30."
- Source: Port Huron Times Herald, 13-Feb-1920
Submitted by ddacres.

Harold J. Copeland
"Cass City - Harold J. Copeland, 79, died Friday, May 19, 2000. Survivee by wife, Helen. Services: 11 a.m. Monday, Kranz Funeral Home. Visiting: 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. today."
- Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 21-MAY-2000

George T. Coppernoll
"Thumb Section - GEORGE T. COPPERNOLL DIES AFTER TWO MONTH ILLNESS HAD LIVED HERE IN LATER LIFE - WAS NATIVE OF MACOMB COUNTY - PROMINENT IN MASONIC CIRCLES - BURIED AT PORT SANILAC UNDER MASONIC AUSPICES - George T. Coppernoll, pioneer druggist, Mason and citizen died Sunday night at the Port Huron City hospital following an illness of two months. Mr. Coppernoll was born in Chesterfield, Macomb county and when three years of age his parents took up their residence in Port Sanilac, where Mr. Coppernoll grew to manhood. In 1890 together with his family he moved to Port Huron. For 17 years he was a railroad postal clerk running between Port Huron and Chicago. He later resigned his position as postal clerk and engaged in the drug business in this city. For the past four-years he has been in charge of the Ward drug store in St. Clair. The business was sold and Mr. Coppernoll took up residence with his daughter. Mr. Coppernoll was married in 1874 to Miss Ruth A. Erskine, who died some years ago. He is survived by one son and one daughter; Harry Coppernoll of Saginaw, and Mrs. H. C. Oldfield of Port Huron. three sisters survive Mr. Coppernoll as follows; Miss Mae Coppernoll and Mrs. Evangeline Pomeroy of St. Clair, and Mrs. Emma Wilkinson of Ubly. Mr. Coppernoll was taken ill with pneumonia about a year ago and never fully recovered from the effects of his illness. He was a member of Pine Grove F. & A. M. Huron chapter, R.A.M. and Huron Tent. The Maccabees. The funeral services were held from Falk's chapel Tuesday evening at 7:30 o'clock and the remains were takes to Port Sanilac Wednesday morning for interment under Masonic auspices. Mr. Coppernoll had a wide circle of friends in Port Huron, St. Clair and the Thumb district. A number of St. Clair friends attended the funeral services at Port Huron Tuesday evening."
- Source: St. Clair Republican, 18-NOV-1920
Submitted by John & Joan Thomson.

Susan Coppernoll
"Mrs. Samuel Coppernoll - St. Clair, Nov. 24 - The death of Mrs. Samuel Coppernoll, an aged and respected resident of this city, occurred at 2 o'clock yesterday afternoon. She was in her usual health of Wednesday afternoon, but at 8 o'clock in the evening she was seized with a stroke of apoplexy and never regained consciousness. The funeral service will be held at the house at 7 o'clock this evening and tomorrow the remains will be taken to Port Saniliac for interment. Deceased, whose maiden name was Miss Susan Waterbury, was born at Andes, N. Y., on August 31, 1822. On November 26, 1854, she was married to Samuel Coppernoll at Watervliet, N. Y. They came to Michigan over half a century ago. Four years ago she came to this city from Croswell, with her daughter, Mrs. Eva Pomeroy. She is survived by four children: Mrs. Emma Wilkinson, of Ubly; George T. Coppernoll, of Port Huron, and Mrs. Eva Pomeroy and Miss May Pomeroy*, two well known and highly esteemed ladies of this city."
- Source: P.H. Daily Herald, Friday, 24-NOV-1905
*Miss May Pomeroy should be Miss May Coppernoll
Submitted by John & Joan Thomson.

Gale A. Copple, 46, posted 12-JAN-2001.

Neva Cornwell
"Port Huron - Neva Cornwell, 73, of Port Huron died Friday, April 21, 2000, in Mercy Hospital. She was born Nov. 14, 1926, in Port Huron to the late Alfred and Ruth (Turner) Burns. She married Ray S. Cornwell Sr. on April 9, 1948. Mrs. Cornwell was formerly employed with Michigan Bell Telephone Company. She is survived by her husband; a son, Mr. and Mrs. Ray S. (Kathleen M.) Cornwell Jr.; a granddaughter, Kelly R. Cornwell; and a sister, Mr. and Mrs. Jack (Mary) Russell, all of Port Huron. She was preceded in death by a son, Thomas G. Cornwell, on Sept. 13, 1969. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today in the Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday in Pollock-Randall Funeral Home, Port Huron. The Rev. Richard D. Lobb will officiate. Burial will be in Riverlawn Cemetery, Marysville. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or Trinity Lutheran Church."
- Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 23-APR-2000

Lillian Cotton, 91, posted 02-FEB-2001.

Mary Agnes Cottrell
“St. Clair, June 2 - Mrs. Mary Agnes Cottrell, 67, of 609 Fifth street, died Friday in St. Clair Community Hospital. She was born Aug. 6, 1883 in Marine City, the daughter of Eugene and Margaret Smith. She is survived by her husband Howard Cottrell, a daughter, Mrs. Mildred Christie, St. Clair; three brothers, Walter Smith, St. Clair, Alfred Smith, Mt. Clemens, and Frank Smith, Benzonia, Mich., and seven grandchildren. The remains are in the L. C. Freiderich & Son funeral home. Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Monday in the funeral home and at 9 a.m. in St. Mary’s Catholic church with Rev. Bernard LaBelle, assistant pastor, officiating. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery. Men of the parish will recite the Rosary at 8 p.m. today in the funeral home led by Father LaBelle. The Rosary society will recite the Rosary at 8 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home.”
Submitted by Pat Love

Howard R. Courtney
"Port Charlotte, Fla. - Howard R. Courtney, 85, died Sunday, Oct. 10, 1999. Survived by wife, Margaret. Services: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Roberson Funeral Home."
- Source: Times Herald, Tuesday, 12-OCT-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Elizabeth A. Zimmer Cove
"Marysville - Mrs. Elizabeth A. Zimmer Cove, 88, of Marysville died Thursday, April 20, 2000, in Evangelical Nursing Home. She was born Sept. 1, 1911, in Caseville to the late John and Edith (Hazzard) Scott. She married Mark M. Zimmer on April 21, 1930, in St. Clair. He died in 1976. She married Ernest Cove on May 18, 1984, in Port Huron. He died Dec. 9, 1994. She is survived by a daughter, Carol Hackenburg of Virginia; a son, Mr. and Mrs. Warren (Martha) Zimmer of Marysville; two daughters-in-law, Margaret Zimmer of Des Moines, Iowa, and Ruth Zimmer of Marysville; a stepdaughter, Evelyn Offner of Warren; a sister, Mrs. Isabelle "Terry" Moore of California; 15 grandchildren; eight stepgrandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; two stepgreat-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and her friends at Vicksburg Halls, Marysville. She was preceded in death by two sons, Bernard C. Zimmer and Mark A. Zimmer; a granddaughter, Mary Margaret Zimmer; two sisters, Thelma Sassenella and Helen Swanson; and a brother, John Scott. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, April 24, 2000, in Marysville Funeral Home. A Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Monday evening in the funeral home. The Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 25, 2000, in St. Christopher Catholic Church, Marysville, with visiting from 9:30 a.m. until the time of mass at the church. The Rite of Committal will follow at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery, St. Clair. Pallbearers will be Elizabeth's grandsons. Memorials may be made to St. Christopher Catholic Church or Evangelical Nursing Home."
- Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 23-APR-2000

Brian R. Cowan
"Port Huron - Brian Russell Cowan, age 40, died on Tuesday, June 27, 2000. He was born in Port Huron on Aug. 27, 1959. He is survived by his sons, Brian R. (Melisa) Cowan II and Joseph R. Cowan; one granddaughter, Emma, all of Arizona; his parents, Robert R. and Faye E. Cowan of Fort Gratiot; two brothers, Timothy D. of Port Huron and Kelly J. of Florida; three sisters, Barbara J. Sharp of Port Huron, Dinah L. (John) Brown and Colleen M. (Jeff) Dodson of Marysville. He also has many nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles. He was preceded in death by his brother, Robert P. Cowan. Brian always has a smile for you. When he came to know Jesus as his Lord and Saviour, he wanted everyone to know him, too, so they could have the same peace he felt. Every weekday morning at 10 a.m., he would have us turn his radio on so he could hear the word from John Macarthur on our local radio Christian station, W.N.F.A. Brian's cheerful spirit lifted us all. Brian worked at many jobs since he was 16 years, but settled on carpentry. He worked on many of the new stores here and in Detroit. Brian loved sports. He played baseball, hockey and liked to ski. He coached Little League baseball and also played golf. He missed a hole in one by one inch. He sure loved to talk about it! Brian was bedridden the last four years. In his illness, his greatest joy was watching sports. The family took his to Comerica Park earlier this year and the Tigers beat the Yankees. He had a wonderful time, and thought the new park was great. Cremation has taken place, but there will be a memorial service at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation in his name."
- Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 02-JUL-2000

"Fort Gratiot - Brian Russell Cowan went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, June 27, 2000. He was ready to meet his Saviour and rejoiced in knowing Him. There will be a memorial service for Brian at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 23, 2000, at Colonial Woods Missionary Church in the fireside room, 3240 Pine Grove Ave. A buffet will be served at his family home after the service, 4333 24th Ave. Lot #112, Fort Gratiot. His family welcomes you."
- Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 16-JUL-2000

C. Pearl Cowper
"Port Huron - C. Pearl Cowper, 94, of Port Huron, died Friday, Dec. 24, 1999. She was born Oct. 21, 1905, in Harbor Beach, to the late Louis and Catherine Hoeldtke. She was a lifelong area resident. Mrs. Cowper volunteered for many years at Port Huron Hospital. She enjoyed horseback riding, boating, traveling and helping with her family. She is survived by a brother, William Hoeldtke of Harbor Beach; several nieces and nephews including Lee Hoeldtke of Harbor Beach; three step-daughters, Viola Collins of Port Huron, Mrs. Harold (Dorothy) Ullrich of Encinitas, Calif. and Mabel Clumfoot of Ponce de Leon, Fla.; two stepsons, Mr. and Mrs. Howard (Agnes) Cowper of Clinton Township and Mr. and Mrs. Harold (Doris) Cowper of Forester; several step grandchildren; and step great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Frank "Jack" Covick and Howard Cowper; two sisters, Juanita Anderson and Ida "Nellie" Wahl; a brother, Harold Hoeldtke, and a stepson, Thomas Cowper. Visiting will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. today in Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, 1999, in the Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. Maj. David Moffitt of the Salvation Army will officiate. Burial will be in Rock Falls Cemetery, Harbor Beach. Memorials may be made to the Salvation Army."
- Source: Times Herald, Monday, 27-DEC-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Martha Jean Grant Cox, 63, posted 05-JAN-2001.

Ila Coykendall
"Grand Rapids - Ila Coykendall, 84, died Sunday, Jan. 2, 2000. Survived by children, Richard Spear, Kay Barber and Judy Engelmann. Services: 1 p.m. Wednesday, Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette. Visiting: 7 to 9 p.m. today and 1 to 9 p.m. Tuesday."
- Source: Times Herald, Monday, 03-JAN-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Bessie Alice Coyle
"Smiths Creek - Bessie Alice Coyle, 67, of 416 Palms Road, died Thursday in her home as a result of an accident. She was born April 30, 1910, in Smiths Creek, and was a lifelong resident. She is survived by two brothers, Arthur, Memphis, and Donald, Smiths Creek; several nieces and nephews. Services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday in the Arthur-Smith Funeral Home, South Chapel. the Rev. Joseph H. Ablett, of Marysville United Methodist Church, will officiate. Burial will be in Kittridge Cemetery. Remains are in the funeral home, where visiting hours are 7 to 10 p.m. today and 1 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday. Memorials may be made to the Michigan Heart Association."

Friday, November 24, 1977
"Holiday plans end in tragedy - Columbus Township - Plans for a Thanksgiving dinner for a Memphis brother and sister ended in tragedy because of a furnace malfunction. Bessie A. Coyle, 67, was dead, and her brother Donald F., 50, was near death when the two were found in their home at 426 Palms Road about 1:30 p.m. Thursday. The Coyles were discovered by a cousin, Donald F. Bathey, 2621, Military St., Port Huron. Coyle died of asphyxiation due to smoke inhalation, said Dr. Clemens M. Kopp, St. Clair county Medical examiner. Donald Coyle was admitted to Port Huron Hospital, where is is undergoing treatment in the intensive care unit. His condition is reported as serious. Bathey told Deputy Joe Danna, St. Clair County Sheriff Department, that he had been invited to the Coyle's for Thanksgiving dinner. "I got there about 1:30., knocked on the door, and walked into the house. The furnace was out, and it was cold in the house," said Bathey. "I found Donald in the living room and he could hardly breath. Bessie was in the bedroom. It's a terrible thing," he said. The Memphis Fire Department and Kimball Township fire rescue units were called. Officers said there was a malfunction in the basement furnace, causing smoke and soot to fill the house. Kopp said it appeared that Coyle died between 4 and 6 a.m."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Catherine (Radamacher) Coyle
“St. Clair, June 2 - Mrs. Catherine Coyle, 81, lifelong resident, died Friday in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Andy Barshaw, 1844 Mitchell road, after a long illness. She was born Feb. 12, 1870 in St. Clair Township the daughter of Nicholas and Catherine Radamacher. She is survived by a nephew, Edwin Trumble, and two nieces, Mrs. Eleanor Uppleger and Mrs. Marvin Green, all of St. Clair. The remains are in the L. C. Friederich & Son funeral home, where men of the parish will recite the Rosary at 8:15 p.m. today and the Rosary society at 8:15 p.m. Sunday. Rev. Bernard LaBelle, assistant pastor of St. Mary's church will lead the Saturday Rosary. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday in the funeral home and at 10:00 a.m. in St. Mary's Catholic church with Rev. E. J. Kromenaker, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery.”
Submitted by Pat Love

Donald F. Coyle
"Smoke Victim Still in Serious Condition - Donald Coyle, 50, of 416 Palms Road, Columbus Township, remained in serious condition late Friday in the intensive care unit at Port Huron Hospital. Coyle was overcome by smoke from a faulty furnace at his home on Thursday. His sister, Bessie, 67, who lived with him, died of asphyxiation. The two were discovered Thursday by a cousin, Donald F. Bathye, 2621 Military St. Port Huron, who went to their home for dinner."

"Columbus Township - Donald F. Coyle, 57, of 416 Palms Road, died Tuesday, Aug. 24, 1982, in his home. He was born May 13, 1925, in Columbus Township, and was a lifelong area resident. Mr. Coyle was a World War II veteran, serving in the U. S. Navy. He is survived by a brother, Arthur, Wales Township, and several nieces and nephews. Two brothers, Charles and Neil, and a sister, Bessie, died earlier. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in the Arthur Smith Funeral Homes-South Chapel, Port Huron. The Rev. Wayne Ferrigan of the Lambs United Methodist Church will officiate. Burial will be in Kittridge Cemetery. Visiting is from 2 to 9 p.m. Thursday."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Oscar G. Coyle
"Richmond - Oscar G. Coyle, 80, a lifelong resident of Columbus Township, died Monday in his home, 416 Palm road. Mr. Coyle was born April 9, 1876 in Columbus Township. He never married. Surviving are four nephews, Arthur B. Coyle, Memphis; Charles B. Coyle, Ludington; Neil J. Coyle, Indianapolis, Ind,. and Don Coyle, Columbus Township, and niece, Miss Bessie Coyle, Columbus. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday in Clifford D. Hensch funeral home with Rev. Ellis Tolly, Columbus Baptist pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Kittredge Cemetery."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Elaine Emily Cramer
"Monroe - Avid family historian Elaine Emily Cramer, 70, a resident of the Lutheran Home, formerly of Port Huron died Thursday, Jan. 13, 2000, at the nursing home where she had been for 2 1/2 months. She had been seriously ill for 6 months. Friends may call from 9 until services at 11 a.m. today at the Lutheran Home Chapel. The Rev. Craig Dunn, Lutheran Home Chaplain, will officiate. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Port Huron. Allore Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Born May 8, 1929, in New Boston, she was the daughter of Noel and Margaret (Rinne) Smith. She married LeRoy (Buzz) Cramer on June 12, 1948, at New Boston Methodist Church, New Boston. He died Aug. 15, 1986. For many years she handled shipping and inventory at Mosher Jewelry Store, Port Huron, retiring in March 1998. She graduated as salutatorian from Carleton High School, Carleton, in 1946 and was an honorary member of the Carleton Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution. Surviving are two sons, Lynn N. of Houston, Texas, and Terry E. of Dimondale; a daughter, Melissa Beth MacZkowski of Port Huron; a brother, John of Flat Rock; seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the Lutheran Home."
- Source: Times Herald, Saturday, 15-JAN-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Capt. J. D. Crampton
"Capt. J. D. Crampton was born in Windsor, Ontario, July 31, 1849, and died at his home on Clinton avenue, in this city, Saturday, Jan. 23, 1892, aged nearly 43 years. He moved to this city in 1860 and has lived here ever since. He was captain of several vessels on the lakes, always discharging his duties in a faithful manner. He was married to Amelia Crawford March 2d, 1887, one child being born to them. He was taken sick some over six weeks ago with typhoid fever the sickness terminating as above. The deceased leaves a widow, three brothers, and six sisters to mourn his death. The funeral was held on Monday at the M. E. church, attended by a large concourse of friends, among the number being a large number of lake captains. He was a member of Evergreen Lodge No. 9, his brothers in Masonry having charge of the services. The remains were buried in St. Clair city cemetery. The friends and neighbors who manifested their sympathy in so many ways have the thanks of the bereaved widow and relatives. - In Memoriam - The following preamble and resolutions were adopted at a special meeting of Evergreen Lodge No. 9, F. & A. M., held Jan. 17, 1892: Whereas it has pleased the Almighty Ruler of the Universe to call from labor to final rest another brother, J. D. Crampton, and while we bow to his decree yet cannot fail to feel a deep sense of loss in his departure therefore Resolved. That this Lodge expresses its deep sense of sorrow at his early death and tender our sincere and abiding sympathy to the afflicted family in their great bereavement. Resolved That a copy of this resolution be spread upon the records of this Lodge and also sent to the family of our lamented brother."
- Source: St. Clair Historical Museum Collection
Submitted by Pat Love

Alan Cranston, 86, posted 02-JAN-2001.

Elmore Crary
"The funeral services connected with the death of Elmore Crary were held at the Congregational church on Thursday of last week, and were very largely attended. Rev. Ralph Duff officiated. The church had been beautifully decorated by loving hands, and the services throughout were of the most appropriate nature. The signing by the young lady members of the choir was especially fitting. The hymns, in the singing of which their dead comrade in song had so often joined, were sang with a sweetness and a pathos that touched every heart. The school companions of the dead boy attended the services in a body- eight of their number acting as pall-bearers. No death for years has more deeply affected the younger portion of the community, with whom Elmore was deservedly a general favorite. The circumstances of his taking off were unusually pathetic. In the very flush of youth, just entering into something of his manhood's strength, full of the joy of living, he is stricken down. After a brave and determined fight of more than two weeks duration, which, in spite of the skill of physicians and the eager desire of loving hearts to aid him, he must wage alone, he is compelled to lay down his weapons and surrender. The sun, our best friend in nature, has become his slayer. How pathetic the story. - 'Tis sad, when at evening the sun is descending, To muse from your cliff on the fast-fading view; 'Tis sad, when hope's smiles with our prospects are blending, In life's rosy morning to whisper, adieu. And yet, 'tis not farewell forever, but, "We'll meet again, 'twill not be long.""

"Elmore William Crary, eldest son of James T. and Stella Crary, was born in St. Thomas, Ont., June 25th, 1881, and was therefore eighteen years of age at the time of his death. The grater portion of his young life was spent here, where he will be much missed. He will be missed in many circles, in the younger social circle, in the school circle, in the church circle, where his fine voice Sunday after Sunday was raised in Christian song, but most of all missed in the home circle where he brought brightness and gladness. He was of a genial, happy temperament, full of life and spirit, but with a courtesy and a thoughtfulness for others quite rare for one of his years. We know that the sympathy of the whole community goes out to the stricken family in their sore bereavement. Mr. and Mrs. Crary desire to express their thankfulness to all their friends for the many kindnesses shown them during Elmore's illness and afterwards."
- Source: St. Clair Historical Museum Collection
Submitted by Pat Love

Betty R. Creagh, 75
"St. Clair - Betty R. Creagh, 75, died Saturday, April 29, 2000. Survived by son, Jeffrey. Services: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Gilbert Funeral Home, Algonac. Visiting: 6 to 9 p.m. Monday."
- Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 30-APR-2000

Rebecca L. Cristini
"Port Huron - Rebecca L. Cristini, 27, of Port Huron died Thursday, May 18, 2000, in Mercy Hospital. She was born Aug. 21, 1972, in Port Huron. She married John C. Cristini on Feb. 8, 1992, in Yale. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church. She worked as a substitute teacher, Department of Defense, Sasebo, Japan. She is survived by her husband, John C. Cristini; son, Alexander J. Cristini; daughter, Amy K. Cristini; mother and father, Nancy M. and Roy L. Jamison; two brothers, Aaron M. Jamison and Lee C. (Sherisse) Jamison; mother-in-law and father-in-law, John and Sue Cristini; and brothers-in-law, Jamie Cristini, Jason Cristini and Jeremy Cristini. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Gabriel Marie Cristini, on Feb. 7, 1995. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday in Arthur Smith Funeral Home, 1230 7th St. The Rev. Dr. Mark P. Thomas of First Presbyterian Church will officiate. Burial will be in Riverlawn Cemetery. Visiting hours are 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday. Pallbearers will be Robert Jamison, Mark Jamison, Tracy Jamison, Jeremy Cristini, Bob Stover and Brian Parker. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the "Wishes of the Family."
- Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 21-MAY-2000

Ruth "Rosebud" Cristner
"Port Huron - Ruth Fay "Rosebud" Cristner, 65, died Dec. 19, 1999. She was born Oct. 20, 1934, in Flint to the late Wilmer and Mary Sharp. Mrs. Cristner was a volunteer with the March of Dimes, Jerry Lewis Telethon, American Red Cross, Blue Water Festival and Senior Citizens Commodities. She also worked with the elderly. Mrs. Cristner is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Thresa and John McKeon of Port Huron; a daughter, Nancy Smith of Beaveron; a daughter and son-in-law, Frances and Richard Dorsey of Port Huron; a son, Michael Cristner of Port Huron; a daughter and son-in-law, Diana and Roger Eckstrom of AuGres; a daughter, Sharon Cristner of Port Huron; a daughter, Karen Cristner of Port Huron; a daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Marv Hardy II of Port Huron; 18 grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; a brother and sister-in-law, Glen and Mildred Sharp of Texas; a sister and brother-in-law, Bonnie and Chris Chrisman of White Lake; a brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Bernita Sharp of Farwell and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be at 8 p.m. Wednesday in Jowett Funeral Home, 1634 Lapeer Ave. at 17th Street. The Rev. Cedric Whitcomb, pastor of First Baptist Church of Marysville, will officiate. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday in the funeral home. Memorial tributes may be made to the wishes of the family. The family requests balloons instead of flowers."
- Source: Times Herald, Tuesday, 21-DEC-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Robert J. Crittenden, 69, posted 02-FEB-2001.

Lucille Sopha Crooker
"Marysville - Lucille Sopha Crooker, 83, of Marysville went to her eternal home to be with her loved ones on Friday, May 26, 2000. She was born June 28, 1916, in Blaine to the late Byron and Irene (Decker) McKenzie. She married John "Bert" Sopha in 1950. He died in 1965. Over the course of her career, Mrs. Crooker was employed at Erd Marshall Coat Company and Piquette Coat Manufacturing. She was a nurse's aid, owned her own tailoring and dress making shop, was lunch manager of Woolworths Company, owned and operated a small restaurant with her family and retired from the St. Clair County Soil Conservation District. She was a member of Gratiot Park United Methodist Church since 1932, past president of United Methodist Women, past president of Church Women United, a life member of Mystic Chapter #58 O.E.S. where she served as Worthy Matron in 1967 and 1986 and was selected Star of the Year in 1997, past president of the Worthy Matron Club, past Mother Advisor for Rainbow Girls, past Worthy High Priestess of Galilee Shrine #7 of White Shrine of Jerusalem, past president of Michigan Ontario Association of the Shrine, a member and past president of the local chapter of National AARP, a member of Port Huron Musicale and Port Huron Museum and Museum Guild, a life member of the Port Huron Hospital Auxiliary, a member of the Red Cross and its volunteers, a member of the Port Huron Seniors, and past president of the Marysville Women's Club. She is survived by many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Geraldine; brother-in-law, Ed O'Niell; and a very special niece, Kathy Alexis. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, May 30, 2000, in Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. Mystic Chapter #58 O.E.S. will have a memorial service at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home following by a White Shrine service. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 31, 2000, in Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. The Rev. Susan K. Freeland of Gratiot Park United Methodist Church will officiate. Burial will be in Croswell Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor's choice."
- Source: Times Herald, 28-MAY-2000

Jack K. Crooks, 80, posted 31-JAN-2001.

Frank Cross
"Mr. Frank Cross died on June 15, 1921 - Had Been Valued Employe of Henry McMorran For Forty Years - Frank Cross, aged 65 years, died suddenly at his home, 1433 Milltary Street, Wednesday afternoon. Mr. Cross had not been in the best of health for some time, but was working up until within three hours of the time he was stricken. Mr.Cross was held in high esteem by his employer and his associates. Mr. Cross is survived by his widow and three daughters, Mrs. Richard Courtney, Mrs. Ernest Nigell and Mrs. Ford Hebner; also by a brother and sister, Augustus Cross and Mrs. John Moffett, of Detroit. His remains were taken to the home of his daughter Mr. Richard Courtney, 505 St. Clair Street. The funeral services will be held from St. Stephen's church Saturday morning at nine o'clock, followed by interment in Mt. Hope Cemetery."
Submitted by Cathy Cervantes.

Bernard M. Crossman, 70, posted 03-JAN-2001.

Peggy Crumback, 70, posted 09-JAN-2001.

Irene R. Cunningham
"St. Clair - On Thursday, Dec. 21, 1995 Irene R. Cunningham, loving wife, mother and grandmother went home to be with the Lord. Mrs. Cunningham was 64. Mrs. Cunningham, a lifelong resident of St. Clair was employed at Blue Water Plastics Company. She was affectionately know as "Mrs. C." to the many students of Eddy Elementary School where she was a lunch mother for many years. She is survived by her husband, Frederick A. Cunningham; three sons, William and his wife, Barbara of St. Clair, Frederick Jr. and his wife, Diane of West Palm Beach, Fla., and Michael of Toledo; eight grandchildren; one brother, Joseph Vossen; and sisters, Shirley DeNardine, Elsie Nalepa, Jean Carter, Beulah Mowry, and Geri Vince. She was preceded in death by a son, Steven. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in St. Peter's Lutheran Church, St. Clair. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery, St. Clair. Visiting will be 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home and 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church. Memorials may be made to St. Peter's Lutheran Church or Palmer Manor of St. Clair."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Charles E. Currier
"St. Clair, July 12 — Charles E. Currier, 61, a lifelong resident of St. Clair, died Friday in his home, 60 South Seventh street, after being ill a year. An employee of the Diamond Crystal-Colonial Salt company plant 31 years, Mr. Currier was born in St. Clair July 14, 1890. He was a former member of the St. Clair Council No 2251, Knights of Columbus, the Charles J. Fulton post No. 382, the American Legion, the St. Clair Volunteer Fire Department, and the Allied Electrical association. He served with the Military Police in France during World War I. Mr. Currier is survived by his widow, Mrs. Dell H. currier; two sons, John L. Currier and Robert E. Currier, both of St. Clair, and two brothers, Edward J. Currier, Algonac, and George Currier, River Rouge. Another son, James Currier, BHM 3/c, was killed while service in the Navy, attached to the 4th Marine Division, on Iwo Jima during World War II. The remains are in the L. C. Friederichs and Son funeral home, St. Clair, where Rosary devotions will be conducted at 8 p.m. today for the family, at 8 p.m. Sunday for the Rosary society of St. Mary’s Catholic church and the ladies of the parish, and at 8 p.m. Monday for the men of the parish. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home and at 10 a.m. in St. Mary’s church with Tr. Rev. Msgr. Edward J. Kromenaker, pastor, officiating. Burialwill be in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Pallbearers will be State Senator Frank D. Beadle, Warren Buell, Charles Hendricks, Edward Goulait, Charles Webster, and Bert Collins, all of St. Clair."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

Joseph G. Curry, Sr.
"In Loving Memory Of Our Daddy, Joseph G. Curry, Sr. - Who Passed Away September 25, 1998 - On this day last year you slipped quietly away from us. One Year has past and we are still trying to Put the pieces back together. If only to hear your voice, see your face, share a story, listen to a exaggerated lecture one more time we would give anything for that one moment. The things we took for granted are the things we miss the most. Daddy, we know you had to leave us, your pain here on earth was too much to bear, just every once in awhile shine brightly in the sky so that we know you're watching over us. As we try to go on with our lives You will always and forever be in our hearts and we miss You more than words can ever say Happy 51 Birthday, Daddy. Love your children, Sophia, Sandy, Joey & John."
- Source: Times Herald, Saturday, 25-SEP-1999
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Arnold A. Curtis, 75
Obituary listed in the Times Herald, 07-SEP-1997

Thomas T. Curvin
"Port Huron - Thomas T. Curvin, 68, of Port Huron, died unexpectedly, Saturday, Jan. 22, 2000. He was born July 6, 1931 in Mt. Clemens. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served in the Korean Conflict. He is survived by two sisters, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond (Carol) Caudell of Orlando, Florida and Donna Polinski of El Paso, Texas; and many nieces and nephews, including Linda Carmack, who served as his guardian. He was preceded in death by a sister, Joyce A. Hughner. Visitation will be 1 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2000 in Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. The funeral liturgy begins at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday in Pollock-Randall Funeral Home with procession to St. Stephen's Catholic Church for the funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Father David Lesniak will officiate. Burial will be in Mount Hope Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association."
- Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 23-JAN-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Gertrude "Trudy" Cushman, 85, posted 27-JAN-2001.

Judith A. Cutcher
"Port Huron - Judith A. Cutcher died Friday, Jan. 7, 2000. Survived by son, John-Paul. Arrangements by Karrer Simpson Funeral Home are incomplete."
- Source: Times Herald, Saturday, 08-JAN-2000
Submitted by Rebecca Gregg

Karen L. Cuthbertson, 49, posted 27-FEB-2001.

Donna V. Czarnecki, 73, posted 11-JAN-2001.

Edward F. Czostkowksi
"Smiths Creek - Edward F. Czostkowski, 75, died Wednesday, July 27, 1988 in Mercy Hospital. He was born July 31, 1912 in Detroit. He married Wanda Ciesliski Nov. 5, 1938. Mr. Czostkowski was a retired foreman from the Morton Salt Co. where he had worked for 30 years. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and a member of Holy Rosary Church, Smiths Creek. He is survived by his wife; three daughters, Virginia Dunn of Alabama, Joan Czostkowski of Toronto and Christine Diehl of Florida; son, Bernard Czostkowski of Smiths Creek; grandchildren, Karen and Kathy Dunn, and Alycia and Krystal Diehl; two brothers, Harry of Columbiaville and Raymond of Smiths Creek, and two sisters, Hattie Ostrowski of Goodells and Irene Wayne of Dearborn. Services will be held at 9:15 a.m. Saturday in the L. C. Friederichs and Son funeral Home, St. Clair, and at 10 a.m. in Holy Rosary Church, Smiths Creek. burial will be in St. Philip Cemetery, Columbus. Visiting is from 6-9 p.m. today and 2-9 p.m. Friday. A rosary will be said at 8 p.m. Friday."
- Source: local newspaper
Submitted by Pat Love

John M. Czostkowski
"Smiths Creek - John M. Czostkowski, 49, of Smiths Creek died unexpectedly Friday, May 5, 2000. He was born November 11, 1950, in St. Clair to Raymond and Mary (Sulkowski) Czostkowski. Mr. Czostkowski was a farmer in the Goodells area with his uncle. He is survived by a daughter, Lisa of Jacksonville, Florida; two grandsons, R.J. "Eric" and Anthony; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond (Mary) Czostkowski of Smiths Creek; three brothers, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond (Jay) Czostkowski of Goodells, Mr. and Mrs. Gerard (Denise) Czostkowski of Kimball, and Mr. and Mrs. Joseph (Amy) Czostkowski of Chesterfield; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Visitation will be from 2 to 5 and 6 to 9 p.m. today in the Marysville Funeral Home. A vigil service will be held at 7 p.m. today. The Funeral Liturgy begins at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 8, 2000, in the Marysville Funeral Home with procession to St. Phillips Catholic Church for the Mass of Resurrection at 11 a.m. The Rev. Anthony Sulkowski, John's cousin, will officiate. The Rite of Committal will follow at St. Phillips Catholic Cemetery. Memorials may be made to P.I.M.E. Missions or the charity of the donor's choice."
- Source: Times Herald, Sunday, 07-MAY-2000