Edwin Charles Sweet
July 25, 1923 - January 22, 2001
Age 77 of Flint, died Monday January 22, 2001. Funeral services will take place at 1:00 pm Thursday, January 25, 2001 from the St. Mary Catholic Church in Mt. Morris with Rev. Fr. Raymond Urbanek officiating. Interment in Flint Memorial Park. Family will be present at the funeral home to receive friends 6-9:00 pm Tuesday and 9-9:00 pm Wednesday. Family, friends and parish will gather at the funeral home Wednesday to pray the Rosary at 8:00 pm. If desired memorial contributions may be made to E.W. T.N. , envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Edwin was born July 26, 1923 in Flint, the son of Mr. and Mrs. William and Dorothy (Hanson) Sweet. Edwin and Edna were united in marriage February 23, 1946 in Flint. He retired from GM in 1971 with almost 20 years of service. Edwin was involved in the Boy Scouts of America for over 30 years. He joined the Boy Scouts in 1963, and served in many capacities, including 10 years as a chaplain. He also participated in Woodbadge Training. His honors include receiving the Silver Beaver in 1970, being inducted as a Vigil member in the Order of the Arrow, and receiving the Order of the Arrow Founders award in 1989 among others. Survivors include wife: Edna Marie of 54 years; son: Ray and wife Eileen Collins of Tempe, Arizona; 2 daughters: Linda and husband Rev. Clifford Jordan of Utica, MI; Mary Jane and husband Tommy Wright of Flint; 6 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; sister: Vonda Struthers of Port Huron; 2 brothers: Melvin Sweet of Port Huron; Dick Ross of FL;
Beatrice C. Stefko
September 27, 1903 - January 23, 2001
Of Fairgrove, age 97, died Tuesday January 23, 2001 at Tuscola County Medical Care Facility. Beatrice was born September 27, 1903 near Deford in Tuscola County to Mahlon and Irene (Sweet) Cooper. She graduated from Cass City High School and attended County Normal. She also attended Ypsilanti Normal College in 1922. She taught elementary school in Deford for two years. Beatrice married Vern Wright at Cass City in 1923. Besides teaching she also was a bookkeeper for Sun Oil Co., an inspector for Dow Metal Co. In Bay City, Postmaster at Fairgrove for 21 years. Beatrice was a member of the Presbyterian Church and also was Worthy Matron of the Fairgrove O.E.S. Chapter. She was preceded in death by husband Vern Wright in 1963, her second husband John Stefko in 1972 and a sister, Doris Hunter in 1995. She is survived by two sons: Burton and wife Toni Wright of Alpena; Calvin and wife Barbara Wright of Sebring, Florida; Six grandchildren, Susan Chambers of Caro; Ginger and Brad Barnes of Fairgrove; Tim and Paula Wright of Boyne City; Bill Wright of Chicago, Ill; Jeff and Julie Wright of Portland, Or.; Tracie and Terr LaMontagne of Waukegan, Ill.; Nine great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren. Funeral services will be 11:00 am. Saturday, January 27, 2001 at the Martin Funeral Home Clark Chapel in Fairgrove with Pastor Rich Lawther officiating. Burial at Brookside Cemetery . Family will be present to receive friends at the funeral home 6-9pm Friday and 9am until time of services on Saturday.
Harry C. Viers
May 28, 1913 - January 19, 2001
Age 87 of Mt. Morris, died Friday January 19, 2001 at Birchwood Nursing Center in Traverse City. Funeral service will be held 12:30 pm Monday January 22, 2001 at Miles Martin Funeral Home. Pastor Clifford Bira officiating. Burial in Forrest Hill Cemetery, Evart. Family will receive friends Saturday 6-9:00 pm, Sunday 1-9:00 pm, and 9:00 am until the time of service 12:30 pm Monday at the funeral home. Mr. Viers was born May 28, 1913 in Evart, the son of Mr. and Mrs. John and Sarah (Comer) Viers. Harry's step mother Louella Viers raised him. He was a Veteran of WWII serving in the United States Army European Theatre. Harry retired in 1975 from Fisher Body as a painter. He enjoyed fishing and building houses. Survivors include: several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by 4 brothers, 1 sister, and 2 step-brothers.
Julia V. "Mierta" Markin
July 24, 1914 - January 18, 2001
Age 86. Reydell Ark, formerly of Flint and San Diego. Died Thursday, January 18, 2001 in Little Rock, Ark. Funeral Service will take place 2:00 p.m. Monday at the Miles Martin Funeral Home, Rev. Burton Jones officiating with burial in Flint Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 1-9p.m. Sunday. Memorial Contributions may bedirected to St. Vincent Infirmary Medical Center. Envelopes will be a available at the funeral home. Julia was born July 24, 1914 in Flint, the daughter of Ignatius and Elizabeth (Zmuda) Mierta . She was married to Alec Markin August 26, 1939. He preceded her in death in 1988. She had worked for Supreme Donuts and AC Spark Plug . Her hobbies included crocheting and bowling. Surviving are her children Elizabeth and Richard Eckstein of Mt. Morris; Gloria and Chuck Chastain of Reydell, Ark.; William and Janie Markin of Stigler, Oklahoma; James Markin of Wayne, Michigan; 10 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild; 2 sisters: Frances Ritter of Swartz Creek; Irene Skerjance of Grand Blanc; Brother: Richard Mierta of Mojave, Calif.; Several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a daughter Elaine in 1989 , also 4 brothers and 2 sisters
Delos D. Prime
July 2, 1919 - January 15, 2001
Of Fairgrove, age 81, died Monday, January 15, 2001 at his residence. Mr. Prime was born July 2, 1919 in Fairgrove the son of Mr. and Mrs. Earl and Pearl (Harding) Prime. Delos and Dorothy O'Connor were united in marriage January 5, 1939. She preceded him in death March of 1990. He enjoyed collecting old clocks, old wrenches, cast iron seats, and gas engines. He was awarded a lifetime membership in the Thumb Area Old Engine & Tractor Association. Delos was a life long farmer and a lifetime member of the Fairgrove United Methodist Church and the Masonic Lodge. Surviving are three sons and their spouses: Jim and wife Lynn Prime, Dick and wife Barb Prime, Bob and wife Susan Prime all of Fairgrove; seven grandchildren: Kevin Prime of Fairgrove, Kelly Prime of Southfield, Theresa and husband Tim Timko of Caro, Paula Prime of Reading, Pennsylvania, Polley Prime of Saginaw, Rebecca and husband Lee Crosby of Akron, Robbie Prime of Fairgrove; two great grandsons: Nicholas and Brenden Timko; one sister: Grace Ruthig of Saginaw. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and sister, Madelean Garrison. Funeral services will be 11:00 am Friday, January 19, 2001 at the Fairgrove United Methodist Church with Pastor Fred Heath and Pastor Kevin Harbin officiating. Burial at Brookside Cemetery in Fairgrove. Family will be present to receive friends at the Martin Funeral Home, Clark Chapel in Fairgrove 6-9:00 pm Wednesday and 2-9:00 pm Thursday. On Friday morning Mr. Prime will be taken to church to lie in state from 10:00 am until time of service at 11:00 am. Those desiring, may consider memorial contributions to the Fairgrove United Methodist Church, Fairgrove Fire Department or donor's choice. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home or at church.
Samuel H. (Samuel-T) Carson
September 4, 1953 - January 14, 2001
Age 47, of Clio, died Sunday, January 14, 2001 at Hurley Medical Center. Funeral services will take place 2:00 pm Thursday, January 18, 2001 from the Miles Martin Funeral Home. Pastor James Turner officiating. Interment in West Vienna Cemetery. Family will be present at the funeral home to receive friends on Tuesday from 9-9:00 pm, Wednesday from 9-9:00 pm, and on Thursday from 9:00 am until the time of service at 2:00 pm. Memorial contributions may be directed towards the family fund, envelopes available at the funeral home. Mr. Carson was born September 4, 1953 in Flint the son of Mr. & Mrs. Samuel Carson Jr. and Velda (Faye) Sargent Bruder. He served in the US Army, 82nd Airborne Division from 1971-74. He worked for Buick on the assembly line and was a member of Buick Local #599. Samuel was a devoted family man who enjoyed riding motorcycles and he loved fishing and hunting with his Uncle Bob. He leaves a 1 year old Grandson he cherished and enjoyed. Samuel was a member of the Flyin Wheels M/C. He leaves to cherish his memories: Daughter: Samantha Carson; Grandson Noah; Granddaughter Scarlett; Son: Jon Dale Morey; Love of his life Janet Morey; Mother: Faye; Brothers and Sisters: Marilyn and Howard Walters; Jacalyn Carson; Terry and Eugene Short; Dona Merrow and Bob Large; Billy and Shelia Sargent II; Many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles; 2 great nieces, Morgan and Danielle; Many friends. Samuel was preceded in death by his Father Sam Carson in 1968, Beloved Stepfather, William Sargent in 1994, and very special Grandparents, Estel and Esther Pendleton.
Janetta C. McDonald
October 22, 1923 - January 11, 2001
Age 77, of Flint died Thursday January 11, 2001 at her residence. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held 11:00 am Wednesday January 17, 2001 at Miles Martin Funeral Home. Rev. Robert D. Taylor officiating. Wednesday morning family will be present to receive friends at the funeral home from 10-11:00 am the time of service. If desired memorial contributions may be made to Carriage Town or the Salvation Army, envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Janetta was born October 22, 1923 in Mt. Pleasant, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roy and Kathryn (Fostenaul) Bullard. Janetta and William were united in marriage August 19, 1946 in Angola, IN. Mrs. McDonald was a L.P.N. at St. Joseph Hospital for 17 years. Survivors include husband of 55 years William of Flint; 3 sons: William and Karen McDonald of Davison; Ronald and wife Dottie McDonald of Vassar; Gerald McDonald of Lansing; 2 daughters: Macia and husband Paul Poley of Edmund, OK.; Nancy Michener of Flint; 9 grandchildren; brother: Edward and Mary Bullard of Midland; sister: Donna Kane of Davison; many cousins, nieces, and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, 6 brothers and 2 sisters. We know that when she met the Lord, he must have said "well done good and faithful servant" We will miss her tremendously.
