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Margaret D. McClelland

Michael E. Bendt

Conner Whitford

David Lee Groom

Robert Douglas (Doug) Trezise

Robert Douglas (Doug) Trezise, age 83, died November 26, 2008 at Oliver Woods Retirement Village in Owosso, Michigan, where he had been a resident of the Alzheimer's Care Unit for the last four years. Doug was born on March 3, 1925 in Ironwood, Michigan. He is a 1942 graduate of Wakefield High School. In 1943 he joined the U.S. Army Signal Corp. He was discharged in Germany as a Master Sergeant in July 1946. He then spent two years as a U.S. Army Communications Supervisor, Civilian Corp. in Bremen, Germany and returned home to earn his B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Michigan State University in 1949. On December 16, 1950 he married Barbara Soergel from South Haven, Michigan and they made their home in Owosso. Before their 4th anniversary they were parents of five children - two sets of twins (Peter and Jane, and Nancy and Molly) and Sara, born in the middle. Nine years later they were blessed with their sixth child, Doug.

Doug worked as the Owosso District Manager for Union Telephone Company from 1950 to 1956. He became the Central Division Manager for General Telephone Company.

Doug was elected to the State House of Representatives 78th District in 1970 and 1972. House Committees he served on were Taxation, Towns and Counties, Municipal Government, and Labor. In 1974 he ran for the State Senate 33rd District. From 1975 until his retirement in 1990, Doug was the Deputy State Treasurer for the State of Michigan under Republican and Democrat administrations. Upon retirement, he served as a Member and Chair of the State Employees Retirement Systems Board, and the City of Owosso Board of Review.

He is survived by his brother, David Trezise and his wife Phoebe of Pittsburg, Pennsylvania; brother-in-law, Edward (Sonny) Soergel of Okemos; sister-in-law, Lois Bailey of South Haven; children and their spouses, Peter and Sherry Trezise of Okemos, Jane Lutz and Bruce Donaldson of Lake Leelanau, Nancy and Dan Vreibel of St. Johns, Molly and Wayne Wilson of Houston, Texas, and Doug and Chris Trezise of Mt. Prospect, Illinois. He is survived by thirteen grandchildren and one great-grandchild; and many, many nieces and nephews. Passing before him was his beloved daughter, Sara in 2005; and his wife of fifty-seven years, Barbara in 2007. His life, his sense of public service, his wit and his gentleness are inspiration for his children and all those who remain behind.

A Memorial Service will be held 11 am, Monday, December 15, 2008 at the First Congregational Church, 327 N. Washington Street, Owosso, Michigan 48867. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the East Central Michigan Alzheimer's Association or the American Red Cross Mid-Michigan Chapter. The family is being served by the Nelson-House Funeral Home.

Marcella Kloeckner

Marcella Doretta Kloeckner, 91, of St. Johns was welcomed into her eternal home Dec. 7, 2008, being greeted by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and a heavenly host of family and friends who prepared her place with them. A warm and loving person, Marcella enjoyed talking and "visiting" with both long-time friends and new acquaintances. She had a special talent for making everyone feel comfortable and at ease, becoming a Mom, Sister and Grandmother to many loved ones beyond her immediate family. Marcella loved animals, giving and receiving joy in caring for an assortment of pets and farm critters. She enjoyed all aspects of God’s creation, particularly the natural beauty of the seasons as displayed in the colors of autumn leaves and the fresh, green grass of spring.

She also loved music and the arts as evidenced in numerous sketches, ceramic pieces and poems that she produced as a young girl and later in her adult life. Baking homemade bread, cookies, pies and other treats was part of her regular, weekly routine. Marcella shared her love of food with family and friends, enjoying companionship and conversation around the dinner table and in visits by friends and neighbors. Marcella was born April 17, 1917, the only child of Henry and Doretta Witt. She was a life-long resident of Clinton County, living her entire life in the home on Forest Hill Road in Riley Township where she was born, until her admittance in August 2003 at Hazel Findlay Country Manor. There, she enjoyed the love of compassionate caregivers throughout her slow decline with Alzheimer’s Disease.

She was married to the love of her life, Clemens Mathias Kloeckner, Jan. 29, 1941 in Fowler. He preceded her in death May 22, 2003. They worked together on their centennial farm, providing a home filled with love and constant support to their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Marcella was a life-long member of St. Peter Lutheran Church-Riley, being active in the Ladies Aid Society and volunteering in many capacities throughout her youth and adult life. While her formal education concluded with graduation in eighth grade at Pratt Road School, Marcella never stopped learning. She enjoyed spirited conversations with her grandchildren, providing opinions on matters large and small. Although they are sad for themselves and will miss her dearly, surviving family members are joyous that her mind and body have been set free from human frailties.

Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Rollie and Marilyn Kloeckner of Watertown Township; daughter and son-in-law, Rhonda and Wayne Dedyne of St. Johns; son-in-law Duane Stearns of Grand Rapids; grandchildren, Mike (Marie) Stearns of Grand Rapids, Lisa (Brian) Lancaster of Jenison, Aaron (Karrie) Gaffney of Charlevoix, Brent (Carrie) Gaffney of St. Johns; great-grandchildren, Amelie and Nathan Stearns, Tyler and Jake Lancaster, Ella, Jack and Joe Gaffney, and Gwendolyn, Caleb and Gabrielle Gaffney; step-grandson, Doak Klasko of Burt; sister-in-law, Leone Kloeckner of Fowler; many special nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She joins her husband and their first-born child, Cheryl Lynn Stearns in heaven. Sherry passed from this life six weeks ago, Oct. 24, 2008.

Funeral services are set for 11:00 a.m., Dec. 11, 2008, at St. Peter Lutheran Church, Riley Township, with Pastor Jeffrey Heimsoth officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Rest Cemetery, St. Johns. Visitation is from 2 to 8 p.m., Dec. 10th at the Osgood Funeral Home 104 E. Cass St. in St. Johns. Memorials may be made to St. Peter Lutheran Church, Hazel Findlay Country Manor, or the Alzheimer’s Assoc.

Michael E. Bendt

Michael E. Bendt, 40 of St. Johns died Saturday, December 06, 2008 at Sparrow Hospital resulting in an auto accident earlier in the week. Mike was born on January 16, 1968 in St. Johns, the son of Eldon and Judity (Leary) Bendt. He graduated from Ovid-Elsie High School in 1986 and worked at General Motors Lansing as a Assembly/Bodyshop worker. On May 8, 2005 he married Lorie Wilborn in Ovid. He enjoyed motorcycle riding, fishing, hunting and his family.

He is survived by his wife Lorie, daughers Nicole Bendt and Jenee Gavagan and son Phillip Bendt, parents Mike and Judy Bendt of Columbia TN, sister Bonnie (Randy) Zeigler of Columbia TN, niece and nephew, Bobbie Zeigler and Brandon(Cassie) Zeigler both of Columbia, TN.

Memorial services will be held at Keck-Coleman Funeral Home on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Audie Clairmont officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2008 2-8 P.M.

James N. Trumble

James N. Trumble, age 69, of St. Johns passed away on Friday, December 5, 2008 at his home. He was born on August 1, 1939 in Grand Rapids the son of John and Ruth (Quarton) Trumble. Jim owned and operated a pharmaceutical business for many years. He enjoyed traveling and loved spending time with his family and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Surviving are his wife, Joan; children James (Amy) Trumble, Teresa (Chris) Thomas, Kathleen (Steve) Selby and John (Debbie) Trumble; step children Joe (Jessi) McCrumb and Terri Miller; 10 grandchildren; 2 step grandchildren; siblings Patricia (Dale) Kuenzli, Gerald (Eva) Trumble and Cheryl (Larry) Rogers.

The funeral service will be conducted by Pastor Keith Treman, Portland United Methodist Church at 11:00 a.m., Monday, December 8, 2008 at the Schrauben-Lehman Funeral Home, 210 E. Bridge St., Portland. Interment will be in East Sebewa Cemetery. The family will receive friends 4-8 p.m., Sunday at the funeral home. For those wishing memorial contributions may be made to The Children's Miracle Network, Sparrow Hospice Services or the Portland United Methodist Chruch in memory of Jim.

David Lee Groom

David Lee Groom, age 51, formerly of Ovid, died on November 7, 2008 in San Antonio, Texas. David was born in St. Johns, MI on May 22, 1957, the son of Robert H. and Barbara (Applebee) Groom. He attended Ovid-Elsie High School and graduated with the class of 1975. David served in the U. S. Navy for six years. He received an Associate Degree in business management in Tennessee and was currently working as
a supervisor for Crystal’s Restaurant in San Antonio, TX.

Surviving are his son, Scott; daughter, Trisha; mother Barbara; two brothers Robert (Kathy) and Gary; also several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father, Robert H. Groom.

Memorial services will be held at First Baptist Church in Ovid, MI on Friday, December 12, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. The family is being served by Keck-Coleman Funeral Home.

Conner Whitford

Conner S. Whitford died Friday, December 5, 2008 at the age of 16. He was born December 21, 1991 the son of Gary and Joan (VanElls) Whitford and lived all his life in St. Johns. Conner was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and a junior at St. Johns High School. He is an Eagle Scout from Boy Scout Troop #72 in St. Johns, enjoyed water sports and played J.V. Baseball for the St. Johns Redwings. Conner was an avid fan of the M.S.U. Spartans and the Detroit Redwings and loved spending time hanging out with family and friends.

Surviving are his parents, Gary and Joan Whitford; one sister Claire; grandparents, Rosie VanElls and Marvin and Joan Whitford all of St. Johns and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandfather Richard VanElls.

Mass of the Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, December 9, 2008 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 109 Linden St. Johns with Rev. Fr. Eoin Murphy as Celebrant. Rite of Committal will follow at Mt. Rest Cemetery. The family will receive relatives and friends Sunday and Monday 1-5 and 7-9 p.m. at Keck-Coleman Funeral Home, St. Johns 989-224-4422. A Rosary will be prayed at 7:00 p.m. Sunday and a Vigil Service will be held at 8:00 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to a charity of donor’s choice.

Margaret D. McClelland

Margaret D. McClelland, 78 of Ovid, MI died Thursday, December 4, 2008 at Memorial Healthcare Center in Owosso. Margaret was born on November 2, 1930 in Detroit, MI the daughter of Bernard and Edna (Patrick) McCarthy. She graduated from Ovid High School in 1949 and from St. Lawrence School of Nursing in 1952 with her R. N. degree. She worked at Owosso Memorial Hospital as an R. N. for several years. On June 25, 1955 she married Ronald F. McClelland in Owosso. She enjoyed reading, playing Bridge, needlework and her family.

She is survived by her husband Ronald, sons Dan McClelland of Hudson, N.H., Jim (Kim) McClelland of Ovid, and Bob McClelland of Ovid; Daughters Patty (Chuck) Deines of Hays, Kansas and Ronda (Kent) Nordin of Traverse City, MI; 4 grandchildren, Veronica and Erica Deines and Janelle and Mallory McClelland; brothers, John (Marcie) McCarthy of Brighton and Pat (Dorothy) McCarthy of Owosso.

Funeral services will be held at Keck-Coleman Funeral Home, St. Johns at 11:00 A.M. Monday, Dec. 8, 2008 with Pastor Greg Buchner
officiating. Burial will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home, Saturday and Sunday, 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. Memorial contributions may be made to Ovid-Middlebury Emergency Services, c/o Village Hall, Ovid, MI 48866 or donors choice of charity.