Obituaries

Thomas Gerald Dombrowski

East Lansing 07/03/51 – 03/13/17 Tom passed away on Monday, March 13, 2017, at Sparrow Hospital following a short illness. He was born in Jackson, MI. Beloved son of the late Leon and Doris Dombrowski; he is survived by his brother Donald (Karen) Dombrowski of Otsego, MI. The many Caregivers that have tended him through […]

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Robert C. “Bob” Kellogg

Robert Charles “Bob” Kellogg, 73, passed away, surrounded by friends and family on March 14, 2017, at home in Holt, MI. He was born on July 18, 1943, in Lansing, MI, to Rial and Ruth Kellogg. Bob was known as a hard-working, selfless and content family man. Bob grew up in Lansing, MI, and he graduated from Everett High School in Lansing, MI in 1961. After high school he attended Lansing Community College in Lansing, MI where he received a certification in Refrigeration and Pipefitting. He worked […]

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Marie A. Pappas

Age 77, passed away March 14, 2017.  She was born January 13, 1940, in Flint, to Edgar and Adele Price.  Marie graduated from Sexton High School (January, 1958) and was a member of Holy Cross Church.  She had worked at Allstate Insurance, as a tech at Meijer Pharmacy, and as an aide at Willow Street […]

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Elaine May Anderson

Traverse City, formerly of Lansing Elaine May Anderson (Motchek) died March 8, 2017, in Traverse City, Michigan, at the age of 87.  Elaine was born on May 13, 1929, in Lansing, Michigan, to John and Gladys Motchek.  She and her sister Virginia spent many years on Riley Street in Lansing and at Torch Lake. She […]

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Carol Ann Wichtoski

Lansing Carol Ann Wichtoski, AKA Sweet Pickles The Clown, was called to be with the Lord, whom she loved with her whole heart and soul, on Saturday, March 11, 2017. We, her family and friends, are called to celebrate her life. Carol was born on December 27, 1942, to John and Helen Wichtoski in Lansing, […]

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Vivian A. Worst

Age 61, of Lansing, MI, passed away March 9, 2017. She was born June 28, 1955, in Lansing, to Albert, Jr. and Beverly Miller. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Rheumatoid Arthritis Foundation.

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Norma J. (Towar) Benn

Age 87, of Sumter, SC, passed away on Saturday, March 11, 2017 at home. Born in Lansing, MI, she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Effie Towar. She was a member of Shaw Heights Baptist Church in Sumter, SC. She worked with the U.S. Geological Survey in Indianapolis, IN, Campbell-Ewald Advertising Agency, Detroit, […]

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Nancy Kelley Hammond

East Lansing Born October 2, 1937, passed away Friday, March 10, 2017, at age 79. Nancy was a recipient of the Diana Award from the State, was co-founder and legislative chair of the first Michigan Women’s Political Caucus, was a delegate to the first National Women’s Political Conference, and was an inducted in the Michigan […]

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Anne Gilbert Swift

Anne Gilbert Swift passed away on March 3, 2017, at the Munson Hospice House, Traverse City, Michigan.  Anne was born 88 years ago on March 1, 1929, in Pleasant Ridge, Michigan.  She was the daughter of Warren and Frances Gilbert, now deceased.   At an early age, Anne developed a passion for ballet.  She cherished […]

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Irwin C. Barber

Age 72, of Lansing, MI, passed away March 9, 2017. He was born July 14, 1944, in Sterling, MI, to Harrison and Helen Barber. The funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, March 13, 2017, at the Estes-Leadley Holt/Delhi Chapel. Interment will follow in East Lawn Memory Gardens, Okemos. His family will […]

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Kim-Bich Thi Than

Age 77, of Lansing, MI, passed away March 7, 2017. She was born September 1, 1939, in Vietnam to Than Van Tuong and Nguyen Thi Chuc. She is survived by her husband, Thanh Duc Do, her children and grandchildren, and many other extended family members. The funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on […]

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Edward J. Schubert

Age 87, of Holt, MI, passed away March 5, 2017. He was born March 27, 1929, in Jackson, MI, to George and Marguarite Schubert. A memorial service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 8, 2017, at the Estes-Leadley Holt/Delhi Chapel. Inurnment will take place at a later date in Plainfield Cemetery, Gregory, […]

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Jerry “Jag” Jaglowski

Lansing Born August 24, 1936, in Grand Rapids, MI, and passed away Saturday, March 4, 2017, at the age of 80.  He was a loving father, husband, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend.  Jerry worked at the Meijer Warehouse in Lansing for 38 years. He is survived by:  his wife, Sue (and her 5 children); his children, […]

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Donna J. Holmes

Age 89, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2017.  Donna was born December 2, 1927, in Lansing, Michigan, to Gladys and Irving Holmes.  Donna was a lifelong resident of Lansing’s Old Town.  She was a graduate of Lansing Eastern High School.  Donna worked for Michigan Bell for 34 years until she retired. Donna enjoyed shopping […]

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Mary Louise Braun

Lansing Mary was born on the family farm in Owosso, Michigan, on April 2, 1930, to Robert and Hazel Stewart. She passed away February 28, 2017. She met her future husband, Bill, on a blind date in October of 1948 and they were married on January 17, 1949. They drove to Indiana to elope. They […]

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Shawn L. Witherspoon

Age 63, of Lansing, I, passed away unexpectedly March 1, 2017. She was born July 1, 1953, in Lansing, to Ralph and Alice Griese. Shawn received her bachelor’s degree from Alma College and her master’s from Michigan State University.  She worked for the State of Michigan for 25 years primarily as an Education Consultant.  Shawn had […]

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Doretha May Haley

Age 62, of Okemos, MI, passed away February 24, 2017. She was born May 1, 1954, in Detroit, MI, to Yance and Dorothy Haley. Private service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ingham County Medical Care Facility, Okemos, MI.

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Stanford C. Stoddard

Stanford C. (Bud) Stoddard was born on December 28, 1930 to Jennie Creer and Howard James Stoddard. His early years were spent in Salt Lake City, Utah, Grosse Pointe and East Lansing, Michigan. He graduated from East Lansing High School in 1948 where he was active in athletics and drama. Bud attended the University of […]

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Harrie Williams

Age 62, of Lansing, MI, passed away February 22, 2017. He was born February 23, 1954, in Jackson, MI, to Homer and Ola Williams. A graveside service, held in the chapel, will be at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, March 3, 2017, at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Lansing. His family will receive friends from 4-7 p.m. […]

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Reginal B. Clark

Reggie, age 58, of Lansing, MI, passed away February 26, 2017. He was born on November 5, 1958, in Detroit, Michigan, to Georgetta Foster and Robert Miller.  He was preceded in death by his two sisters, Sebrina Clark and Joan Clark of Lansing, Michigan, as well as his grandparents, Reverend George and Novella Clark.  After […]

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