Current Services for Kranz Funeral Home

Donald Stewart

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EDT

Donald W. Stewart, 71, of Caro, died Tuesday, August 24, 2010 in Covenant Health Care Cooper Campus, Saginaw following a long illness. He was born July 18, 1939 in Royal Oak to Edwin and June (Horalek) Stewart. He married Norma Jean Pitcher March 4, 1961 in Caseville. Donald served in the U.S. Marines. He worked as a Crane Operator and Sand Dryer for General Motors at the Gray Iron Foundry in Saginaw for 30 years retiring in 1990. Don was also a hobby farmer raising cash crops and beef cattle. He enjoyed restoring tractors, fishing and deer hunting with his granddaughter. He was a member of the Kingston AMVETS Post #1072. Don’s greatest love was spoiling his granddaughter, Crystal. Donald is survived by his wife, Norma; children: Lori (Cal) Barrett of Caro, Donald Stewart Jr. of Caro; granddaughter, Crystal Barrett; brother, Robert (Lois) Stewart of Gladwin; sisters: Geraldine (Donald) Parker of Mio, Carol (Richard) Wagner of Fairgrove, Shirley (Roy) Latty of Shields, Donna Zagorski of Cass City; many nieces and nephews and his Yorkie, Sadie. Also surviving are Norma’s family, brothers and sisters-in-law: Ronald (Peggy) Pitcher of Cass City, Phyllis Pitcher of Owendale. He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Dennis Stewart; infant sister, Laverne Stewart; sister and brothers-in-law: Sam and Thera Morgan, Larry Pitcher; mother and father-in-law, Mabel and Floyd Pitcher. Funeral service held 2:00 p.m. Sunday, August 29, 2010 in Kranz Funeral Home, Kingston with Rev. Debra Brown of Kingston United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be in East Dayton Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Family Discretionary Fund. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and stories with the family at www.kranzfuneralhome.com. Visitation: 4 to 9 p.m. Saturday, August 28, 2010 in Kranz Funeral Home – Kingston Arrangements by Kranz Funeral Home, Kingston, Michigan Debra L. Kranz (989) 872-2195

Beatrice Harneck

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EDT

BEATRICE MAE HARNECK, 83, of Kingston, died Monday, August 23, 2010 in United Hospice of Marlette Residence Center. She was born July 8, 1927 at home in Otter Lake to Charles and Viona (Jones) Jones. She married Donald G. Harneck September 9, 1949 in Detroit. He died January 18, 1976. Beatrice was a former member of the White Creek Floral Club. She enjoyed bird watching, dancing and crocheting, making many beautiful blankets for her family. Beatrice also enjoyed working in her gardens especially tending her flowers. Beatrice is survived by her children: Butch Harneck of Kingston, Janet (Wayne) Moore of Kingston, Lorn (Tracy Smith) Harneck of Kingston, Mary Lou (Donald) King of Cass City; grandchildren: Ronald (Tara Chorba) Moore, Donald (Teri) Moore, Angela (David Hernandez) Moore, Amy (Tom) Johnston, Nathan Harneck, Heather Smith, Drew King, Larissa King; great grandchildren: Darian, Lincoln, Taylor, Colton, Taylor and Olivia; sisters: Myrtle Diegel of Mio, Marjorie (Albert) Foote of Decker, Ruth Foster of Marlette, Lois (Jerry) Tallieu of Mio, Donna Price of Lithia Springs, GA. She is preceded in death by her brothers: Alvin Jones, Delton ‘Boney’ Jones; sister, Thelma Gerstenberger. Funeral service held 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 27, 2010 in Kranz Funeral Home Kingston with Debra L. Kranz Funeral Service Celebrant officiating. Interment will be in Kingston Cemetery. Pallbearers for Mrs. Harneck are Ronald Moore, Donald Moore, Tom Johnston, Nathan Harneck, Drew King, Dan Syms, and Kevin Stine. Memorials may be made to United Hospice of Marlette or Family Discretionary Fund. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and stories with the family at www.kranzfuneralhome.com. Visitation: 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday, August 26, 2010 in Kranz Funeral Home – Kingston Arrangements by Kranz Funeral Home, Kingston, Michigan Debra L. Kranz, 989-872-2195

Deborah Proctor

Sun, 22 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EDT

DEBORAH ANN PROCTOR, 49, of Kingston died unexpectedly Sunday, August 22, 2010 in her home. She was born June 11, 1961 in Cass City to Dale and Nancy (Heineman) Cummings. She married Walter “Rock” Proctor October 11, 1985 in Kingston. Debbie worked for Gus’ Party Store in Mayville, Kingston Grocery Store and later for Kingston Times. She enjoyed watching NASCAR and Detroit Tiger Baseball. Deb loved watching the kids play sports, going to garage sales, playing the lottery and spending time with friends. She loved her time with her grandchildren and her dog and best friend, Jack Russell. Debbie is survived by her husband, Rock; children: Corey McEldowney (Chris Michalski) of Kingston, Rocky Lee Proctor of Marlette, Jennifer (Luke) Krug of Kingston; mother, Nancy (Donald) Legg of Tipton, OK; step-mother, Judy Cummings of Kingston; grandchildren: Bo Mickelson, Gavin Michalski, Peyton Michalski, Lauren Krug, Luke Henry Krug; brothers: Jim (Beth) Cummings of Willow Springs,NC, Chris (Debra) Legg of Joplin, MO, Daryl ‘Dewey’ (Tammy) Cummings of Caro; sisters: Cheryl Luckett of Tipton, OK, Dawn (Keith) Stephens of Edmond, OK, Deb Cummings of Ferndale, Washington; several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her father, Dale Cummings; grandparents: Sherwood and Joyce Heineman, Eugene ‘Jim’ and Delilah Cummings, Keith and Virginia Fockler. Funeral service held 1:00 p.m. Thursday, August 26, 2010 in Kranz Funeral Home, Kingston with Rev. Debra Brown of Kingston United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be in Kingston Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Family Discretionary Fund. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and stories with the family at www.kranzfuneralhome.com. Visitation: 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, August 24, 2010 in Kranz Funeral Home - Kingston 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, August 25, 2010 in Kranz Funeral Home – Kingston Arrangements by Kranz Funeral Home, Kingston, Michigan Debra L. Kranz, 989-872-2195

Thelma Graham

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EDT

Thelma M. Graham, 100, of Cass City, died Thursday, August 19, 2010 in Hills & Dales General Hospital following a short illness. She was born January 21, 1910 in Detroit to Frederick and Minnie (Freeman) Lown. She married LeRoy Graham March 25, 1944 in Bowling Green, OH. He died August 10, 1972. Thelma was a very athletic young person. She enjoyed playing tennis. Her parents often visited Belle Isle and Thelma would swim in and skate on the Detroit River. After graduating from High School she worked for Vernor’s Ginger Ale in Detroit. Thelma said Mr. Vernor was a very nice man and told them they could have as much Vernors as they liked. She also sang in the church choir. After marrying Roy, they moved from the city to buy the Maharg farm in Cass City which they ran until Roy got sick. At that time they moved into town to make things easier for Thelma. Thelma worked for Walbro Manufacturing for a few years. She was a life member of the Order of the Eastern Star and she regularly attended the former Salem United Methodist Church, now the Cass City United Methodist Church. She enjoyed listening to the Gaithers and recently attended their concert in Saginaw. Thelma enjoyed watching Tiger Baseball and University of Michigan Football, remembering fondly when her brother played on the U of M Football team while he attended college there. Thelma is survived by many special friends and neighbors including; Betty Greenleaf, Sherryl Seeley, Sue and Wally Laming, Ruth Whittaker and Don Greenleaf. She is preceded in death by her sister, Venna Lown and brother Harley Lown. Funeral service held 4:00 p.m. Saturday, August 21, 2010 in Kranz Funeral Home Cass City with Rev. Jackie Roe of Cass City United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be in Elkland Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Cass River Pet Friendz. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and stories with the family at www.kranzfuneralhome.com. Visitation: 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, August 21, 2010 in Kranz Funeral Home – Cass City Arrangements by Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City, Michigan Debra L. Kranz, 989-872-2195

Kurt Wagner

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EDT

Kurt L. Wagner, 54, of Grand Rapids, died unexpectedly Friday, August 13, 2010 in his home. He was born August 8, 1956 in Cass City to Herbert and Ruth (Kirby) Wagner. He married Alice Marie Hicks on Valentine’s Day, 1997 in North Branch. Kurt graduated from Cass City High School in 1974. He graduated from University of Michigan with a Bachelor’s degree in Urban Sociology. Kurt later graduated from Grand Valley State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. He took his navigation training in Louisiana and worked as a Boat Captain for Briley Marine of Morgan City, Louisiana for over 12 years. Kurt later worked for Michigan Wheel in Grand Rapids and last worked for Lear Manufacturing in Grand Rapids as a Mechanical Engineer. He enjoyed gardening, growing wonderful tomatoes. Kurt enjoyed working as a Sous Chef for Brown Restaurant in Ann Arbor while he attended U of M. He enjoyed wrestling in high school and playing tennis. He loved the water and his time on the ships. Kurt also enjoyed wind surfing. He was an avid reader and loved listening to Jazz and Blues. Kurt is survived by his wife, Alice; daughter, Alexandria Kirby Wagner at home; mother, Ruth O’Connor of Port Austin; sisters: Beverly (Les Jr) Auten of Cass City, Aileen (Daryl) Wismer of Saranac, Dorothy Green of Grand Rapids, Jill (Bill) Haps of Grand Rapids, Vicki (Gary) DeHaan of Georgetown, SC, Mary (Dale) Parsons of North Branch; many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his brother, John ‘Jack” Wagner; father, Herbert Wagner; step-father, Thomas “Ike” O’Connor. Funeral service held 1:00 p.m. Thursday, August 19, 2010 in Kranz Funeral Home Cass City with Rev. Dale Parsons officiating. Interment will be in Elkland Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Family Discretionary Fund. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and stories with the family at www.kranzfuneralhome.com. Visitation: 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, August 17, 2010 in Kranz Funeral Home – Cass City 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, August 18, 2010 in Kranz Funeral Home – Cass City Arrangements by Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City, Michigan Debra L. Kranz (989) 872-2195

Rosalie Healy

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EDT

ROSALIE M. HEALY, 86, of Fenton, died Tuesday, August 10, 2010 in Fenton Health Care Nursing Home, Fenton. She was born April 15, 1924 in New Lisbon, WI to Arnold and Laura (Elmer) Fobes. She married Donald Healy April 20, 1941 in Wisconsin. He died June 30, 1994. Rosalie was a member of and attended many Free Methodist Churches over the years that her husband Don served as pastor. Those churches included ones in Grayling, Roscommon, Hillman, Linwood, Porter, Turner, Linden, Racy and Caro where Don spent his final ten years as a pastor. Rosalie enjoyed singing and playing the piano. She enjoyed canning, loved going to garage sales and loved canaries and dogs. Rosalie always had a pet. Rosalie is survived by her children: Richard (Karen) Healy of Grand Blanc, Ronald (Heather) Healy of Empire, Donna (Thomas) Sherman of Alger, Patricia (Oral) Carper of Grawn;; grandchildren: Richard, Laura (Cliff) Cottrell, Matthew, Brent (Tracy) Sherman, Katelynn, Nicholas (Rachel) Carper, Amy (Emilio) Mena; great grandchildren: Auston, Dallas, Sidney, Elizabeth, Elijah, Ezekial, Adriannah, Isabel, Javier; many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her granddaughter, Michelle Healy; brothers: Arnold Fobes and Charles Fobes. Funeral service held 3:00 p.m. Saturday, August 14, 2010 in Kranz Funeral Home Cass City with Rev. Burton Kincaid, a retired Free Methodist Church minister, officiating. Interment will be in Elkland Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to your favorite charity. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and stories with the family at www.kranzfuneralhome.com. Visitation: 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, August 14, 2010 in Kranz Funeral Home – Cass City Arrangements by Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City, Michigan Debra L. Kranz, 989-872-2195

Donald Anderson

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EDT

DONALD EVARD “ANDY” ANDERSON, 77, of Cass City and Caro, died Friday, August 6, 2010 in United Hospice of Marlette Residence Center. He was born April 9, 1933 in Marlette to Evard and Ethel (Kester) Anderson. He married Lola Spencer August 7, 1954. She died January 6, 1999. He married Sally Schuster Britton November 6, 1999 in Cass City First Baptist Church. Andy attended Moody Bible Institute in Chicago and Detroit Bible College. He was active in church ministry in Lincoln Park serving as Sunday School Superintendent, Deacon and Boys Brigade with Lincoln Park Bible Church. Andy moved to Caro in 1970 and lived there for over 30 years. While there he was active with Caro Gideon Ministry, Child Evangelism Fellowship. He was a member of Wahjamega Country Church serving as Sunday School Superintendent, Deacon and Word of Life Leader. He was a bus driver for Caro Community Schools for several years. Andy worked as an Independent Financial Planner with Multi-vest and later with Investment Company in Frankenmuth and then as a Financial Planner on his own. He enjoyed golfing and gardening. Andy is survived by his wife, Sally; children: Kathleen Diane (David) Bradford of Hockessin, DE, Robert Donald (Kathy) Anderson of Vacaville, CA, Karen Lynne (Robert) Wood of Greenville, Craig Alan (Jody) Anderson of Eau Claire; 16 grandchildren: 2 great grandchildren on the way; sisters: Lucille Chandler of Sidney, Helen (Victor) Decker of Deckerville, Mary Ellen Pendell of Carson City; several nieces and nephews; step-children: Kim E. (Curt) Landrith of Cass City, Celeste (William) Bader of Deford, Leah (Cass) Ferris of Saginaw, Deanna (Jeff) Loomis of Cass City; 14 step grandchildren and 4 step great grandchildren. Funeral service held 11:00 a.m. Monday, August 9, 2010 in Kranz Funeral Home Cass City with Rev. Todd Gould of Evangelical Free Church officiating. Interment will be in Indianfields Township Cemetery. Pallbearers for Mr. Anderson will be his grandchildren. Memorials may be made to United Hospice of Marlette Residence Center, Gideons, or Child Evangelism Fellowship. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and stories with the family at www.kranzfuneralhome.com. Visitation: 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday, August 8, 2010 in Kranz Funeral Home – Cass City Arrangements by Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City, Michigan Debra L. Kranz (989) 872-2195

Thelma Jackson

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EDT

THELMA CATHERINE JACKSON, 95, of Ubly, died peacefully Monday, August 2, 2010 in Courtney Manor, Bad Axe. She was born November 14, 1914 in Greenleaf Township to Stephen and Lillian (Vogel) Decker. She married Clifford H. Jackson October 27, 1934 in her parent’s home in Greenleaf Township. He died January 31, 1998. Thelma was a fabulous cook. She enjoyed cooking, canning, quilting, playing cards and bingo. Thelma lived and worked on a farm with her husband in Greenleaf Township. She was a homemaker and a correspondent reporter for the Cass City Chronicle writing the Holbrook News column for over 55 years. Thelma was an avid reader. Thelma is survived by her son and his wife, Robert (Joan) Jackson of Ubly; grandchildren: Cindi Lou Jackson of Orem, Ut, Stephen (Cheryl) Jackson of Sheridan, WY, John (Donna) Jackson of Apple Valley, CA; one great granddaughter; 5 step-great grandchildren; sister-in-law, Helen Decker of Cass City; several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by sister, Clara Bond; half-brother, Clarence ‘Jerry’ Decker; step-brothers: Walter Nadiger, Harold Nadiger; infant sister and infant brother, Thomas Decker. Funeral service held 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 6, 2010 in Kranz Funeral Home Cass City with Rev. Pamela Barnett of Shabbona United Methodist Church officiating. Thelma will be interred next to her husband in Elkland Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Charity of the Donor’s Choice. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and stories with the family at www.kranzfuneralhome.com. Visitation: 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, August 5, 2010 in Kranz Funeral Home – Cass City Arrangements by Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City, Michigan Debra L. Kranz, 989-872-2195

Caroline Bandyk

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:00:00 EDT

CAROLINE C. BANDYK, 92 of Pinconning, died Tuesday, July 20, 2010 in Able Manor Adult Foster Care Home, Clarkston following a long illness. She was born November 13, 1917 in Detroit to Joseph and Mary (Przywara) Katnik. She married Frank A. Bandyk January 27, 1962 in Plymouth, MI. He died August 27, 2003. Caroline worked for Kelsey-Hayes Company during World War II. She later worked as a machine operator for Burroughs for eleven years. After their marriage, Caroline joined Frank in Pinconning where together they raised Frank’s sons. She enjoyed sewing, cooking and many different arts and crafts. After retirement Caroline and Frank traveled a great deal becoming snowbirds to Florida, Texas and Las Vegas, Nevada. Caroline enjoyed visiting the casinos and loved the slot machines. Living through the depression made her a tough lady with strong beliefs. Caroline is survived by her step-sons: Tom (Sue Ellen) Bandyk of Grand Rapids, Dr. Dennis (Pam) Bandyk of Tampa, FL, David (Suzan) Bandyk of Milford and Dr. Mark (Elizabeth) Bandyk of Lakeland, FL; grandchildren: Steven (Kerri), Jennifer, Peter, Matthew, April, Alyssa, Jessica, Lindsay, Stephanie, Emily; great grandchildren: Connor, Lindsay; several nieces and nephews including special nephew, Michael O’Connell of Naples, ME. She is preceded in death by her brothers: Joseph Katnik, Edward Katnik and sister, Irene O’Connell and infant brother. Funeral service held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 27, 2010 in Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City with Rev. Richard Jozwiak officiating. Interment will be in St. Agatha Cemetery, Gagetown. Memorials may be made to St. Agatha Catholic Church. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and stories with the family at www.kranzfuneralhome.com. Visitation: 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 27, 2010 in Kranz Funeral Home – Cass City Arrangements by Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City, Michigan Debra L. Kranz, 989-872-2195

Harry Lenda

Sun, 11 Jul 2010 00:00:00 EDT

HARRY ALBERT LENDA, 82, of Owendale, died unexpectedly Sunday, July 11, 2010 in Hills & Dales General Hospital, Cass City. He was born November 20, 1927 at home in Huron County to Walter and Cecilia (Stopynski) Lenda. He married Mabel Mary McIlhargie June 9, 1956 in St. Felix Catholic Church, Pinnebog. Harry served in the US Army during World War II. He worked for A & P Grocery store in Pigeon and then as a relief manager before buying the IGA in Cass City. Harry owned and operated the IGA Grocery Store in Cass City for over 40 years until his retirement. Harry was a member of St. Agatha Catholic Church in Gagetown where he served as a lector, Council Member and Eucharistic Minister. He was a member of the Cass City/Gagetown Knights of Columbus #8892 and a former member of the Cass City Chamber of Commerce. Harry was pitcher on his blooper softball team and a former little league coach. He enjoyed golfing, pheasant and deer hunting, working in his yard and garden, and watching Detroit Tiger baseball. Harry is survived by his wife, Mabel; children: Gregory (Cathy) Lenda of Millington, Deborah (Kevin) Israelson of Cass City; grandchildren: Brett Lenda, Matt Lenda, Joe Lenda, Chelsea Israelson, Cole Israelson; siblings: Ann Lenda of Caro, Welda (Darl) Gilbert of Warren, Bernard Lenda of Caro, Irene Krug of Bad Axe. He is preceded in death by his infant daughter; siblings: Edmond Lenda, Josephine Schwartz, George Lenda, Genevieve Schwartz, Peter Lenda, John Lenda and infant twin sisters. Funeral service held 11:00 a.m. Thursday, July 15, 2010 in St. Agatha Catholic Church, Gagetown with Rev. Donald Eppenbrock and Sr. Dorothy Ann Blasko officiating. Interment will be in St. Agatha Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Agatha Catholic Church. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and stories with the family at www.kranzfuneralhome.com. Visitation: 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, July 13, 2010 in Kranz Funeral Home – Cass City - 7 p.m. K of C Rosary 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, July 14, 2010 in Kranz Funeral Home – Cass City - 7:30 p.m. Vigil 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday, July 15, 2010 in St. Agatha Catholic Church - Gagetown Arrangements by Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City, Michigan Debra L. Kranz (989) 872-2195