Nicholas L. "Nick" Decoster
Age 79, of Fairgrove, died Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at Alterra in Bay City after a lengthy illness. Nick was born February 3, 1922 in Detroit the son of Mr. and Mrs. Victor and Erma DeCoster. Both of his parents have predeceased him. He married Genevieve Dinsmoore on March 16, 1945 in Gilford and he resided in Fairgrove all of his life. He was a retired farmer who enjoyed spending time with his family and was an avid reader. Nick was a member of the Wisner United Methodist Church. Surviving him are his wife, Genevieve, 4 children, Sidney and Diane (Hitsman) DeCoster of Fairgrove, Agnes and Mike Krause of Akron, Denise and Bob Stockmeyer of Reese and Donna and Wally Hauswald of Louisville, CO., 8 grandchildren, Roger DeCoster, Michelle Rubalcaba, Dirk DeCoster, Janelle Krause, Jacob, Lucas, Chelsea and Justine Stockmeyer, 7 great-grandchildren, brother, Walter DeCoster of Indiana. One sister, Violet Dinsmoore, predeceased him. Funeral services will take place 11:00 AM Friday, August 17, 2001 from the Wisner United Methodist Church. Rev. Chuck Bailey officiating with burial in Floral Gardens Cemetery in Bay City. Family will receive friends at Martin Funeral Home, Clark Chapel, Fairgrove on Thursday from 1-4pm and 6-9pm. On Friday morning, Nick will be taken to church to lie in state from 10:00 am until the time of services at 11:00 am. Those desiring may consider memorial contributions directed towards the Wisner United Methodist Church or the Alzheimer's Association. Envelopes available at the funeral home and at church.
Shelley Rae Dziesinski
Of Millington, age 24, died Monday, August 13, 2001 at St. Mary's Hospital in Saginaw. Shelley was born June 9, 1977 in Alpena, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gerald L. and Maureen (Weber) Dziesinski. She was graduate of Millington High School Class of 1995 and enjoyed playing softball. Shelley attended the First Presbyterian Church in Vassar and had been employed by Cook's GM Superstore in sales. Surviving are, her mother and step-father, Maureen and Rayford Sowden of Vassar; sisters, Kendra Leach of Grand Rapids, Jill and Stephanie Leach still living at home; grandparents, Anna Dziesinski of Alpena, Art and Ilene Weber of Millington, Betsy Sowden of Millington, and James R. and Esther Byers of Alpena; several aunts, uncles and cousins; special friends, Steve, Karen, Tammy and Jeff Hess of Millington. She was preceded in death by her father, Gerald L. Dziesinski, Grandpa Michael Dziesinski and Grandpa Morris Sowden. Funeral service will be held 11:00 AM Friday, August 17, 2001 at the First Presbyterian Church in Vassar with Rev. John Becker officiating. Burial at Millington Township Cemetery. Family will be present to receive friends at the Martin Funeral Home, Clark Chapel in Vassar on Thursday 11:00 AM until 4:00PM. and 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM. Those desiring, may consider memorial contributions to the Family Discretionary Fund. Envelopes are available at the funeral home and at church.
George R. "Bob" Eaton
Age 87 of Mt. Morris departed this life to be with his Lord and Savior Sunday August 12, 2001 at his home. Funeral services will be 11:00 am Thursday from Home Missionary Baptist Church, 8475 N. Saginaw, just South of Frances Rd. Pastor Don Titus officiating. Burial in Flint Memorial Park. Mr. Eaton will remain at the Home Baptist Church where friends may call Tuesday 6-9:00 pm and Wednesday 11:00 am to 1:00 pm and 4-7:00 pm. He was born September 13, 1913 in Wilkenson, Indiana the 1st of 3 sons to Mr. and Mrs. Hansel and Ruby (Jones) Eaton. He and Lela Yoder were united in marriage 64 years ago on July 14, 1937 at her home. He lived in Flint and Mt. Morris most of his adult life. Bob worked and retired from Buick Motor Division with 36 years service as a machinist. He was a member of the International die sinkers union. Mr. Eaton was an inspiration to all that were acquainted with him. His ready smile, his quick wit and his great faith endeared many to him. He was a charter member and Deacon of Home Missionary Baptist Church with 50 years of faithful service. He will be greatly missed by his wife Lela; Loving daughter and son-in-law: Deanna and Tim Young of Graycourt, SC.; Son and daughter-in-law: Larry and Diane Eaton of Clio; 7 Grandchildren; 19 Great grandchildren; 1 Great great grandchild. Brother: Bill of Mio. He was preceded in death by his 2 grandsons Brian Young and Brent Eaton, brother Hansel, and his parents.
David Keeler
Age 42 of Mt. Morris died Thursday August 9, 2001 at Hurley Medical Center. Funeral Service will take place 5:00 p.m. Sunday at the Miles Martin Funeral Home, with cremation to follow. The family will receive friends at the funeral home 4-7 p.m. Saturday and on Sunday from 11:00 a.m. until time of service. David was born September 7, 1958 in Lawton, Okla. the son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph P. and Virginia (Holloway) Keeler. He is survived by daughters: Mandy and husband Michael Jenkins; Casey Keeler; Dave's friend Lisa and children Tara and Derek; 4 sisters and 1 brother: Sue and Don Ramlow; Paula and Jerry Williams; Bill and Marcy Keeler; Terry and Mike Lance; Marilyn Keeler and Chuck. Also several nieces and nephews.
Samuel Clifford Robinson
Stillborn son of Kathleen and David R. Robinson II of Flint, twin brother of Sabra Kathleen born August 8, 2001. He was loved before his birth and his death is mourned by all. Surviving are parents: Rick and Kathy; Sisters: Jennifer, Lisa, Abigail, and Sabra all of Flint; Grandparents: JoLynn Robinson of Mt. Morris; Kenneth and Charlotte Paulson of Clio; Great grandparents: John and Juanita Barnes of Mt. Morris; Sabra Culver of Clio. Many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Samuel was preceded in death by his grandfather David Richard Robinson and great grandparents Mr. and Mrs. D. Samuel Robinson, Clifford Culver, Guy Paulson, and Ruby Powell. Private graveside services will be held.
Henry Edward Valkoun
Age 75, of Flint, died Wednesday, August 8, 2001 at his home. Funeral services well be held 10:00 am Saturday from St. Mary Catholic Church with Father Raymond Urbanek officiating. Burial in New Calvary Catholic Cemetery with Military Honors by the Chateau Voiture 40et8. Ed will remain at the Miles Martin Funeral Home where friends may call 6-9:00 pm Thursday and all day Friday. Friday evening, his veteran friends and fellow members will assemble for a veterans memorial at 7:00 pm. On Saturday morning, he will be taken to church to lie in state from 9:00 am until the time of funeral Mass at 10:00 am. Ed was born March 16, 1926 in Flint the son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry and Elizabeth (Liska) Valkoun. He and Mary Gwizdz were united in marriage April 22, 1950 at All Saints Catholic Church. Ed was a Veteran of WWII serving with the US Army in the European Theatre. He was discharged as a lieutenant. He was a life member of Davison VFW Post #4087, the American Legion Post #342 and the 40 et 8 Chateau Voiture. Ed was not only a life member but a hard worker for his veterans organizations. For years he and his wife Mary took it upon themselves to be sure veteran's graves had an American Flag on Memorial Day. Many of these flags were purchased from his own pocket. Ed's working career consisted of owning and operating Ed's Market on Covert Road in Flint, the Princess Arms Bar in Grand Blanc and the LeSabre Lounge in Mt. Morris. Surviving are his wife, Mary; 2 daughters: Terri and husband Larry Childs of Clifton Forge, VA.; Suzanne Valkoun and husband Frank Ferrigno of Kerrville, TX.; 2 granddaughters: Mary Anne and husband Scott Neal of Pennsylvania; Michel Valkoun of Flint; great-granddaughter: Anna Neil; brother: Jerry Valkoun; sister: Helen Kupres; brother-in-law: Bill and wife Hedy Ruth; 4 sisters-in-law: Anna Mitoraj, Janet Hyde, Frances Hibbard and Irene Artrip; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.
