Laura Jane Vega age 50
Of Lapeer died September 14, 2007 at her home. She was born in Lapeer on May 16, 1957 to Frank and Nedra (Filly) Hill. Laura was a homemaker whom had graduated from Lapeer East High School. She is survived by her husband, Miguel Vega whom she had married Aug. 1, 1986. Also survived by her sisters, Brenda (James) McKay, Carolyn Stroh, Marcia (Oswaldo) Cardona; brother, David (Karen) Hill; Aunts, Marion Filley, Ardyth (Cal) Provins; Uncle, Jerry (Sue) Hill; 4 Nephews, 5 Nieces, 1 great Niece and 1 great Nephew. Funeral service will be held Monday at 2 pm from Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors, Capstick Chapel, 542 Liberty Park, Downtown Lapeer. Friends may visit Monday 11 am until time of service.
Justin Robert Todd age 27
Of Fostoria, MI was born June 20, 1980. He was received into the arms of his grandfather and the Lord on September 16, 2007. Justin was a loving son, grandson, brother, father, nephew, cousin, and friend. He was loyal and trustworthy to everyone that crossed his path during his life. Justin treasured his prized cat of many years “Kitty Girl” as well as his special relationships with the remaining members of the “4 Musketeers,” Derek, Sandy and Kendra. Justin is the beloved son of Elizabeth and Dana and loving father to Savannah and Landon. He is survived by his brothers, Trey, Alec; grandmother, Marian Sexton; uncles, Stephen (Tina), Robert; aunts, Deborah, Rebecca (William), Kathleen (James), Cheryl (Alan), Christine (Terry), Kathy; Also many loving cousins and friends. Justin is preceded in death by grandfather, James Sexton; great-grandmothers, Rena Sexton, Helen Nettle; infant son, Justin R. Todd, Jr. Funeral service will be held Wednesday, September 19, 2007at 11 am from Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors, Capstick Chapel, 542 Liberty Park, Downtown Lapeer. Friends may visit Tuesday from 1:00 – 9:00 pm.
Duane Coulter age 79
of Lapeer passed away Sept. 17, 2007. He was born Feb. 7, 1928 in Lapeer to Harold and Mable (VanHorn) Coulter. Duane married Laura Jean Ross on Dec. 6, 1952 in Columbiaville and they remained in the Lapeer area all their lives. Buck served in the army during the Korean War and earned a Silver Star for bravery. He sold life insurance in the Lapeer area for most of his working career. Buck was a member of the Lapeer Optimist Club for 49 years and was a loyal participant in the annual Optimist Skunk Hunt. He was an avid golfer, euchre player, bowler, hunter, and if there is a good time in Lapeer, he will be missed. Buck is survived by sons, Michael (Cheryl), Tom (Cindy), Gordie (Gayle); grandchildren, Michelle (Chad) Fuller, Stephanie, Jason, Brad, Aaron, Craig, Dustin, Samantha; brothers, Weldon (Marilyn) Coulter, Bob (Jean) Coulter, Clyde (Irene) Coulter; sister, Diane (Dale) June; brother-in-law, Richard (Gail) Ross. Buck is preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Laura Jean; parents Harold and Mable Coulter; brother, Keith Coulter; infant daughter, Connie Lou Coulter and grandson Jacob Coulter. Memorial contributions may be made to Suncrest Auxillary or Lapeer Optimist Club. Funeral service will be held at Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors, Capstick Chapel, 542 Liberty Park, Downtown Lapeer Friday, September 21, 2007 at 11:00 AM. Pastor Greg Reynolds will officiate. Burial will be in Stiles Cemetery in Lapeer with the auspices of American Legion Post 16. Friends may visit Wednesday 5-9 PM and Thursday 1-4 & 6-9 PM.
Fanny Lucille Graves age 78
of Flint died October 9, 2007. She was born February 27, 1929 in Flint to Darius and Mable (Eastman) Graves. Fanny is survived by her two sisters, Myrtle Pullano and Helen Streeter and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents Darius and Mable Graves and 7 brother and sisters. Funeral service will be held at Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors, Capstick Chapel, 542 Liberty Park, Downtown Lapeer, Thursday 11:00 AM. Pastor Andrew Jolly will officiate. Burial will be in Sunset Hills Cemetery in Flint. Friends may visit Thursday 10:00 AM until time of service.
Marian G. Glennie age 83
of Ocala, Florida died June 10, 2004. Beloved wife of the late George W. Glennie. Loving mother of Gordon (Linda) Glennie, James (Gail) Glennie and Robert (Norma) Glennie. Also 9 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home 340 Pontiac Trail Walled Lake (3 Blks. S. of Maple Rd.) Monday 1 PM. Friends may visit Monday 12 noon until time of service. Memorials to Angela Hospice appreciated.
Dorothy M.Thompson age 83
of Walled Lake, died June 12, 2004. Beloved wife of the late Fred Thompson. Dearest mother of Wayne Thompson of Rockford, MI and Sharon (George) Griebe of Danville, KY. Grandmother of Stephen, Michael, Barbara and Pam. Great grandmother of Jennifer. Beloved sister of Ruth (John) Parra of Walled Lake. Dear Aunt of Dianne, Connie and Timothy. Mrs. Thompson was a librarian for the Walled Lake Schools for 31 years and retired at age 74. Funeral from Lynch & Sons Funeral Home 340 Pontiac Trail Walled Lake (3 Blks. S. of Maple Rd.) Tuesday 11 AM. Interment Oakland Hills Memorial Gardens, Novi. Friends may visit Monday 4-9 PM. Memorials to the Walled Lake United Methodist Church appreciated.
Dolores Elaine Troxtel age 73
Died June 12, 2004 Mother of: Gary (Victoria) Troxtel and Randy (Diane) Troxtel. Grandmother of: Erin, Justin, Brandon, Lauren and Brittany. A memorial service will be held from Lynch & Sons Funeral Home 340 Pontiac Trail Walled Lake (3 blks South of Maple Rd.) Monday 7:00 PM. Friends may visit 5:00 PM until time of service. Memorials to the American Heart Association appreciated.
Roy E. Howie age 73
of Walled Lake died June 13, 2004. Beloved husband of 52 years to Margaret. Loving father of Bonnie (Richard) Bailey of Milford, Keith (Sherri) Howie of Hartland, Sandra (Ken) Bujold of Walled Lake, Cindy (Robert) Woodard of Brighton and Pam (Dean) Doherty of Redford. Also 6 grandchildren. Brother of Victor (Mary) Burm. A memorial service will be held at the Walled Lake United Methodist Church on Thursday at11 AM. Friends may visit Lynch & Sons Funeral Home 340 Pontiac Trail Walled Lake (3 Blks. S. of Maple Rd.) Tuesday 5-8 PM and Wednesday 1-8 PM. Memorials to the American Lung Assn. or the American Heart Assn appreciated.
Joseph Lee Balabon
Age 46 of Attica Township died December 1, 2007 as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Joseph was born June 2, 1961 in Flint, MI to (the late) David and Velma Balabon. He was the type of gentleman with many skills and trades. He enjoyed woodworking and working on computers. He also had the ability to fix just about anything on a car that needed fixing. Joseph was a CNC Operator in the automotive industry and a dedicated employee of L & L Products Co. in Romeo, MI for 19 years. Joseph enjoyed taking lengthy trips around the country in the cars that he had fixed. Most importantly Joseph was a committed family man. In March of 1984 he began his 23 years of marriage to his present wife, Charlene (Watts) Balabon. They had two children; son, Jeremy Balabon and daughter, Cara Balabon whom he loved dearly. He is also survived by his brother, Richard (Vicki) Balabon; step-brothers, Jason (Wendy) Balabon, Matthew (Christine) Balabon; step-mother, Bonnie Balabon; step-sister, April (Jon) Morrison; aunts, Geri (Vic) Berry, Diana (Jim) Conley; also many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, David and Velma Balabon and mother-in-law, Hilda Watts. Joseph’s presence among his family members and friends is one that will be deeply missed. Funeral service will be held 1:00 PM Thursday, December 6, 2007 at Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors, Capstick Chapel, 542 Liberty Park, Downtown Lapeer. Friends may visit Wednesday 11-9 PM and Thursday 10 AM until the time of service. Memorials to the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute, c/o Development Office, 4100 John R, Detroit, Michigan 48201 are greatly appreciated.
Dorothy (Lynk) Drowley
Age 93 of Lapeer died December 5, 2007. Mrs. Drowley was born February 21, 1914 in Otisville to Edward Lynk and Maud (Seeley) Lynk. She was a member of the Calvary Bible Church for many years. She also belonged to the Michigan and National Retired Teachers Association after teaching for 17 years at Kitchen School in Davison. In 1940 she became Mrs. Max Drowley and together they spent 41 wonderful years. He preceded her in death in 1981. Dorothy is survived by her sister, Mary (Donald) Vroman of Lapeer; neice, Sandra (Steve) Congdon of Columbiaville; nephew, Donald (Ricky) Goodrich of California; Sisters-in-law, Mary Lynk of Davison, Ann Lynk of Lapeer; 5 great nieces; one great nephew; one great great nephew; one great great niece; best friend and caregiver, Pat Lindquist. Dorothy is also preceded in death by her sisters, Fern Goodrich of California, Marguerite Miteen of Hadley; brothers, Dr. Stanley Lynk of Lapeer, DeVere Lynk of Davison and Donald Lynk of Lapeer. Funeral service will be held 11:00 AM Saturday at Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors, Capstick Chapel, 542 Liberty Park, Downtown Lapeer. Interment will immediately follow at Smith-Hill Cemetery in Otisville. Reverend Arnold Bracy will be officiating. Friends may visit Thursday, 5 to 8 PM and Friday 2 to 8 PM.
