Elizabeth (Betty) Turner Fox of Lincoln, Michigan, formerly of Holly, died peacefully on the morning of January 4 th, 2009. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M.Thursday, January 8, 2008 at the Holly Presbyterian Church, Holly, Michigan with Pastor Randy Cullen officiating.Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 PM Wed. at the dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Elizabeth is survived by her husband, Dr. Victor Fox; three children, Bruce (Linda) Fox of IL, Donald (Sandra) Fox of TN, and Margaret Koepke of MA; six grandchildren; and sister Margret Gallop of CA. Donations may be made in Elizabeth’s honor to Spruce Presbyterian Church, Spruce, Michigan or Hospice of NE Michigan. A memorial service will be held at Spruce Presbyterian Church at a time to be announced later. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Pauline H. Wilson Cumbus, 1932-2008, age 76, of Holly passed Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2008. Surviving are her husband William Cumbus; children, daughter Linda Gilmore of Holly, son Rick (Heidi) Wilson of Holly, and daughter Sandra Thompson of Linden; step-children Kenny Cumbus and Justin Cumbus; grandchildren, Kirk (Amanda) Beelby of Holly, Justin and Jana Thompson of Linden, Janet Sachenko and Emily Reed; great-grandchildren, Derek and Jason Beelby and baby Rozzalind. Arrangements by Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Shirley A. Butts, age 71 of Holly died Mon. Dec. 29, 2008 at home. She was born in Holly on Aug. 8, 1937 the daughter of the late Fred M. and Helen M. (Oren) Johnson. She was the beloved wife of the late Glen Butts; loving mother of 10 children, Bill (Shirley) Butts Linn (John) Echoff, Leonard (Lynda) Butts, Jeff Butts, Joe (Ruth) Butts, Jody (Dave) Piscopink, Marje VanWagoner, Melissa Butts, Carrie Butts, David (Leslie) Butts, and Lisa (Dale) Ferrow; sister of Marjorie (Robert) Grooters and the late Bruce R. Johnson; 29 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. A gathering celebrating her life will be held in July. Memorial donations may be made to the Holly Kiwanis Club. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Arlene E. Kahn, age 77 of Davisburg died Sun. Dec. 28, 2008. Funeral Mass will be held at 1:30 P.M. Tues. Dec. 30, 2008 at St. Rita Catholic Church of Holly with Father David Blazek officiating. Burial will be in Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 3-9 PM and a Rosary will be prayed at 7:00 PM Monday at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Mrs. Kahn was born in Detroit on July 9, 1931 the daughter of Theodore and Wanda (Lietke) Korff. She was a member of St. Rita Catholic Church. She is survived by her 4 children, Michael (Maria) Kahn of Waterford, Eugene (Lori) Kahn Jr. of Davisburg, Karen (Dean) Kahn of Davisburg, and Mark (Kathy) Kahn of Davisburg; 11 grandchildren; brothers Manfred (Doreen) Korff of Romeo and Ronald Korff of Davisburg; brother-in-law Delbert (Cathy) Kahn of PA; 2 sisters-in-law Geraldine (George) Hood of Farmington Hills and Beverly (Walter) Cygan of Shelby Twp. She was preceded in death by her husband Eugene Kahn Sr. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Alphonse Markulicz, age 79 of Caseville, died Dec. 26, 2008. Beloved husband of Beverley; dear father of Michael (Lana), Joseph C., Jean (Martin) DeVries; grandfather of Clay and Jack DeVries; brother of Joseph E. Markulicz, Jennie Kosa, and the late Dorothy Edwards. Funeral Mass 11 AM, Tues. Dec. 30, St. Rita Catholic Church of Holly. Interment St. Michael's Cemetery, Port Austin. Visitation 2-9 PM Mon. Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Memorials to American Heart Assoc. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Raymond E. Preston, age 80 of Holly died Fri. Dec. 19, 2008 in Orlando, FL. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 A.M. Mon. Dec. 29, 2008 at St. Rita Catholic Church of Holly with Father David Blazek, Celebrant. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Holly with military honors under the auspices of Hulet-Bravender Post #5587 VFW and Amel Schwartz Post #149 American Legion. Visitation will be from 2-9 PM Sunday at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Mr. Preston was born in Flint on Nov. 8, 1928. He was a veteran of the Korean War, serving in the US Army. He was retired from Fisher Body Grand Blanc and was a member of St. Rita Catholic Church. He had spent his winters in Clermont Florida for the past 17 years. He is survived by 2 sons, David (Sharon) Preston of Holly and Craig (Diane) Preston of Grand Blanc; 4 grandchildren, Mark (Samantha) Preston, Christopher (Breanne) Preston, Natalie (Glenn Sapelak) Preston, and Kyle Preston; 3 great-grandchildren, Logan, Noah, and Ethan. He was preceded in death by his wives Mary Ann and Barbara (White). Memorial donations may be made to Village of Holly Fire Dept. or the Flint Bowman's Club. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Michael C. Mitchell, age 47 of Holly died Mon. Dec. 15, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Fri. Dec. 19, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Jim Combs officiating. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-9 PM Thursday. Mr. Mitchell was born on Feb. 15, 1961 the son of Glenn Robert and Arlyne (Diss) Mitchell. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Surviving are his mother Arlyne Gould of Holly; fiancee Anna; 4 brothers, Glenn Robert (Jessica) Mitchell of CA, Larry (Kathy) Mitchell of Commerce Twp., Kevin Mitchell of Holly, and John (Tammy) Booten; 2 nieces Shauna Mitchell and Alyssa Booten; nephew Chase Booten; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Memorial donations may be given to the family. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Lillian Janken Drozdowski, age 89, of Clarkston, Michigan died peacefully on December 11, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Zigmund Drozdowski, loving mother of the late Janice (Joe) Marra and Gary (Elizabeth) Drozdowski, grandmother of Joseph Marra.
Pre-deceased by her cherished sisters Eleanor, Peggy, and Elsie.Thank you, Lillian, for all the joy you brought to every life you touched. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Jackqulen M. Wolf, age 80 of Grand Blanc and Fenton died Thurs. Dec. 4, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Thurs. Dec. 11, 2008 at the Grand Blanc Stake Center, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Burial will be in Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 7-9 PM Tues and from 2-5 and 7-9 PM Wed. Mrs. Wolf was born in Mansfield, OH on Aug. 30, 1928 the daughter of Jacob and Isabel (Whipp) Augustine. She was a member of the Grand Blanc Stake Center of Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Surviving are her children, Jacob (Jane) Wolf of AZ, Gordon (Anna) Wolf of Saginaw, Patricia Wolf of WA, Martin (Karen) Wolf of AZ, and Michelle (Brent) Bjornn of ID; 18 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; brothers James Augustine of FL, Stanley Augustine of WA, and Lloyd Augustine of UT. She was preceded in death by her husband Edward, son Fred, and grandson Jared. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials be made to the Missionary Fund of the Grand Blanc Stake Center of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Sherwood W. Pretznow, age 79 of Davisburg died Dec. 2, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday, Dec. 5, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Burial will be in Davisburg Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9-11 AM Friday. Mr. Pretznow was born in Pontiac on June 8, 1929 the son of Herbert and Myrtle (Krueger) Pretznow. He was a veteran of the Korean War, serving in the US Army and was retired from the Oakland County Drain Commission. He was a member of the Community United Methodist Church of Fruitland Park, FL and a former member of the Davisburg United Methodist Church. He was also a member of the Davisburg Masonic Lodge, Austin-Electa Chapter Eastern Star, a life member of the SCG &CC Veteran's Association, and the Oakland County Retirees Association. Surviving are his wife Ardath; 2 children, Barbara Pretznow of Waterford and David (Sue) Pretznow of Cadillac; and grandson Spencer Pretznow. He was preceded in death by his brothers Frank and Richard Pretznow. Memorials may be made to Genesys Hospice. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Lola Marie Usher, age 80 of Holly died Mon. Dec. 1, 2008 at home. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Mrs. Usher was born in Flint on March 4, 1928. She was a nature lover and especially loved animals, flowers, and gardening. She also raised and showed Pekingese dogs. She is survived by her husband Frank; 1 daughter Paulette (Michael) Rupp of Durand; 2 grandchildren, Holly (Neal) Armstrong of Howell and Brooke Rupp of Byron; 3 great-grandchildren, Ashley Armstrong, and Brandon and Courtney Rupp. She was preceded in death by her mother Della and her brother Murray Wezell. Memorial donations may be made to the Michigan Humane Society. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

LeRoy Howard Sheeder, age 90 of Holly died Sat. Nov. 29, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Tues. Dec. 2, 2008 at Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Wes Morris officiating. Visitation will be from 1-3 PM Tuesday. Military honors and inurnment will be held at 11 A.M. Friday, Dec. 5 at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Mr. Sheeder was born in Detroit on Aug.. 13, 1918 the son of LeMar and Golden (Gilders) Sheeder. He was a veteran of WWII, serving in the U.S. Navy. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Kay; 3 daughters Karen (Ted) Rabior of MO, Linda Sheeder of Highland, and Paula (Steven) Thorp of Holly; 5 grandchildren, Todd Rabior, Timothy (Chris) Rabior, Heather (Joe) Gutierrez, Gregory (Randi) Thorp, and Krystal Thorp; 10 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren; and sister, Delphine Dieterle of Livonia. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials to Holly Convalescent Center. www.dreyerfuneralhomeholly.com

Susan (Lay) Ludwig Pretsch, 78, passed away on Sunday November 23 rd, 2008. The Funeral Mass will be held at St. Rita’s Catholic Church in Holly on Saturday November 29 th at 11AM. Visitation will be Friday from 4:00-8:00 PM at the Dryer Funeral Home in Holly. Sue will be buried at Lakeview Cemetery, Clarkston directly following Mass.

Sue and Tom Ludwig raised their four children in Holly where she worked in the school system for several years. She remarried in 1990 to Ernest Pretsch and they lived in Arizona where they enjoyed the culture and climate. Sue always enjoyed new people, places, traveling and even earned her pilot’s license at the age of 60!

Surviving are her four children Lee Cote (Boston), Jim Ludwig and his wife Carol (Brighton), Scott Ludwig (Holly), Sarah List and her husband Don (Holly): six grandchildren Tom, Jennifer, Scott, Kevin, Liz and Emily, one great grandchild, Analeisea and her cat, Sam!

In lieu of flowers, Mom would request a memorial donation be made to Red Cloud Indian School (www.redcloudschool.org) or to Mothers Against Drunk Driving/ M.A.D.D @ www.madd.org.

Bonnie Lee Pelton, age 75 of Holly died Sun. Nov. 23, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Wed. Nov. 26, 2008 at the Holly Presbyterian Church with Rev. Randy Cullen officiating. Entombment will be in Oakhill Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 5-9 PM Monday and from 2-5 and 7-9 PM Tuesday at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Mrs. Pelton was born in Rochester on Aug. 18, 1933 the daughter of Thomas and Elizabeth (Brockman) Jackson. She was a member of the Holly Presbyterian Church, a Red Cross volunteer, a volunteer with the Clinton Valley Center, and an election worker for Holly Township for many years. Surviving are 5 children, Michael Pelton of IL, Frances Pelton of Pontiac, James (Jason) Pelton of NY, Margaret (Rick) Perry of Gaines, and Thomas (Cheri) Pelton of Clarkston; 4 grandchildren, Lyndsey and Alex Perry and Holly and Miranda Pelton; 3 sisters Betty Klempp of AZ, Peggy Ranger of Holly, and Frances Kitowski of NV; 1 brother Charles Jackson of TX. She was preceded in death by her husband Merton Pelton. Memorial donations may be made to the Holly Presbyterian Church or the American Cancer Society. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Casey Lee Blays, age 18 of Holly died Tues. Nov. 18, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, Nov. 22, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Steven Atkins officiating. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-9 P.M. Friday. Casey was born in Howell on July 19, 1990. He loved to spend time with his girl friend Kristina and his friends. He loved hunting, skateboarding, basketball, dodge ball, and playing cards. Surviving are his mother Elizabeth Blays of Holly; father Michael Stevens of OH;step- father Mike Sanderson of Holly; and father Aaron Warren of Oscoda; girlfriend Kristina Weddington of Holly; brothers and sisters, Andrew, Aaron, and Chelsea, Jake and Eli of Holly, Teigan of Fowlerville, and Tyler of Oscoda; grandparents Elaine and David Pierzinski of Pinckney , Marge Wirebaugh of Glennie, Lou Ann Stevens of Fowlerville, Michael Stevens of Stockbridge; great-grandparents Isabelle and Frank Harrison of Scotland, Ina and Jack Craddock of Scotland and Betty Stevens; and his dogs Dro and Chico.He was preceded in death by his Grandma P. Memorial donations may be made to the family. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Katherine I. Young., age 98 died November 13. Beloved wife of the late Carl F. Young; dear mother of Barbara (David) Dingee and Susan (Ronald) Barrick; grandmother of Donna (Bill) Mynatt, Denise (Daryl Lovell) Mitchell, Daleen (Bill) Harper, Diane (James) Romano, Lynn (Dave) Mortensen, and Matthew (Hope) Barrick; 14 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-granddaughters. She was preceded in death by 6 siblings. Funeral Mass 10:30 AM Mon. Nov 17, St Mary's Catholic Church, Swartz Creek. Visitation 4-9 PM Sun and Rosary 7 PM Sun at Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Interment in Glen Eden Cemetery, Livonia. Memorial donations to the family. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com.

Irene M. Cobb, age 88 of Holly died Sat. Nov. 8, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Wed. Nov. 12, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Rev. Audrey Charlton officiating. Burial will be in Rose Center Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 P.M. Tuesday. Mrs. Cobb was born in Durand on June 12, 1920 the daughter of James and Edith (McWithy) Trimmer. She graduated from Holly High School in 1938. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a fabulous homemaker and cook. She loved knitting, crocheting, her grandchildren, traveling, and flowers. She is survived by her husband Howard; 2 children, Maureen Cobb of Holly and Alan (Mary) Cobb of Troy; 3 grandchildren, Alison (Matt) Murchie, Ian Cobb, and Elizabeth Cobb; and 2 great-grandchildren, Claire and Sophia Murchie. Memorials may be made to Avalon Hospice. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Linda Faye McBride, age 60, died Thurs. Oct. 30, 2009 at Brian's House of Davison. She was born in Palatka, FL on Dec. 3, 1947. She was preceded in death by her husband Jimmie McBride; her sons James and Robert Dale McBride; sister Frances Patterson; and brothers Grady and Robert Dale Keene. She has another brother Jimmie Keene. She is also survived by her mother-in-law Alemeda McBride of Holly; 4 sisters-in-law Elizabeth Crane of Burton, Mycke Grandstaff of Flint, Linda Rosencratz of flint, and Virginia McBride of Holly; and many nieces and nephews. The family gives special thanks to Brian's House and Heritage Manor. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Paul William Liscom, Sr., 88, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 19, 2008 in Gainesville, Texas. Paul was born August 9, 1920 to Leila Fern (Mitchell) and William Ries Liscom on the family centennial farm in Goodrich, Michigan. He graduated from the Goodrich Agricultural School. On June 6, 1942 he married Mary Maxine (McKenzie) and they moved to the Liscom farm where they raised five children. Following a crippling farm accident, Paul became a door to door Watkins salesman and continued this career for 35 years throughout Oakland County, receiving many commendations and awards for sales, and had many second generation customers. He was a faithful and long time member of the Atlas Community Baptist Church in Atlas, MI. The family moved to Holly, MI in 1960 where Paul served as a Deacon at the First Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 31 years. In later life he worked at a variety of jobs including a school crossing guard, a home assisted living helper, a veterinary clinic worker, and a public parks employee. In 1976 Paul married Lucille Ogle and then in 1987 he married Lenore Jacobs and became active at Trinity Lutheran Church in Fenton, MI. He is survived by his two sons, Paul, Jr. (Pam) in Texas, and Clayton (Diane) in New York; and three daughters, Mary (Norm) Olson in Alaska, Becky (Don) Yenglin in Cheboygan, MI, and Bonnye Johnson in Washington, MI; also 17 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. A funeral service will be held Monday, October 27 at 11A.M. at Dryer Funeral Home in Holly, with Pastor Dean Dumbrille of Trinity Lutheran Church of Fenton officiating. Burial will be in Goodrich Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 6-8 P.M. Sunday. Memorial contributions may be made to The Gideons International. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com.

Leonard C. Michalak, age 91 of Farmington, died Sat. Oct. 11. Beloved husband of the late Bernice; dear father of the late Gary Michalak, Diane (Dennis) Jennings, Lawrence (Susan) Michalak, amd Dennis (Robin) Michalak; 3 grandchildren, Bradley (Sylvia) Jennings, Benjamin (Tonia) Jennings, and John Michalak; 4 great-grandhildren; brother of Theresa (James) Ignatowski. Funeral Mass 10:30 AM Tues. St. Rita Catholic Church, Holly. Interment, Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Memorial donations to St. Rita Catholic Church or the charity of your choice. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Arthur R. "Bunk" Hillman, age 84 of Holly died Tues. Oct. 7, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, October 11, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 PM Friday. Mr. Hillman was born in Holly on May 22, 1924, the son of Arthur and Minnie (Green) Hillman. He was retired from GM after 42 years of service. He was an avid sports fan and bowler and was a loyal supporter of Holly Athletics. He is survived by 3 sons, Richard (Rhonda) Hillman of Fenton, William (Charlene) Hillman of Holly, and Patrick Hillman of Holly; 8 grandchildren, Nicole (Randy) Foor, Lisa (Nate) Taylor, Derek Hillman, Madeline Hillman, Gabrielle Ford, Caitlyn Clinton, Matthew (Sarah) Hillman, and Reed (Sakena) Hillman; 6 great-grandchildren; 2 brothers Wilbur Hillman of Waterford and James Hillman of Holly; and 2 sisters Sandra Hanna of North Branch and Laura Johnson of Holly. He was preceded in death by his wives Nancy and Josephine Hillman. The family gives special thanks to Avalon Hospice and requests that memorial donations be made to Avalon Hospice. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Ray L. Peters II, age 60 of Holly died Tues. Sept. 30, 2008 at home. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Mon. Oct. 6, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Rev. Randy Cullen officiating. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 P.M. Sat. and Sun. Mr. Peters was born in Flint on June 22, 1948 the son of Ray and Lois (Jensen) Peters. He was a former Eagle Scout and served in the US Navy and Marine Corp. He was retired from General Motors and was the former owner of Lynx Plumbing and Heating of Flint and Red Baron Plumbing and Heating of Holly. He was a member of MENSA and the Holly Presbyterian Church. Surviving are his wife Claudia Morton-Peters; 5 children, Stephanie (Joe) Karram of Flint, Bryan (fiancée Katie) Peters of Atlanta, GA, Debra Franks of VT, Rodney (fiancée Bernadette) Morton of ME, and Robert (Kirstin) Morton of ME; 13 grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Charles Peters of MT, Pam (Randy) Keidel of Utica, Dean (Marge) Peters of TN, Sue Christensen of Flint, and David Peters of Flint. He was preceded in death by his parents. Memorial donations may be made to the Holly Presbyterian Church. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Suzanne M. Moore, age 68 of Boca Raton, FL died Mon. Sept. 29, 2008. She was the beloved wife of Charles Moore; dear mother of Pamela Marie Verardi of Pinckney, MI, and Kimberly Kay Verardi of Chelsea, MI; grandmother of Danielle Marie Verardi and Dominic O. Verardi; and a sister to 3 sisters and a brother. She attended the Calvary Church of Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Memorial services will be held in Michigan at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Hospice by the Sea, 1531 W. Palmetto Park Rd., Boca Raton, FL 33486. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Barbara (Biggs) Watson, age 69, of Holly died Mon. Sept. 29, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M.Thurs. Oct. 2, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Rev. Faith Timmons officiating. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-9 P.M. Wednesday. Mrs. Watson was born in Pontiac on Dec. 6, 1938 the daughter of John and Amy (Clevenger) Biggs. She was a local Holly girl all her life. She graduated from Holly High School in 1956 and was employed by Holly Spring for 18 years. She and her husband Walt owned their own business, The Holly Tree Flowers and Gifts on Saginaw St. in Holly for the past 25 years. She loved her family, flowers, friends, Red Hat Retro Rubies and animals. She is survived by her beloved husband of 53 years Walter "Walt" Watson; very special aunt Louise Smigelski of Lapeer; brothers and sister-in-law Jim and Bertha Watson of Holly, Carl Watson of Holly, Janette and Raymond "Pat" Patterson of FL; cousin Butch and Priscilla Watson of Alba; nephews Frank and Janet Watson of Brighton, Paul Watson of TX, and Bobbie Patterson of FL; special friends Cheryl Francis and Evie Gudith both of Holly; and her dog and companion, Lucy. She was preceded in death by her parents and half brothers Elvis and Howard Biggs. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Carolyn Jean Basham, age 61 of Holly/Fenton died Wed. Sept. 24, 2008 after a long illness. She was born in Sullivan, West Virginia on Nov. 22, 1946 the daughter of James and Hazel (Smith) Keffer. She is survived by her husband Jerry; 2 children, Jackie (Sung) Basham of Waterford and Jerry (Heaven) Basham Jr. of Holly; 4 grandchildren, Cody Lee Basham, Megan Noel Thill, Michael James Basham, and Stephanie Lynn Basham. She was preceded in death by her brother Jackie Keffer. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She will be dearly missed. Arrangements by Dryer Funeral Home. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Evelyn Lenore Campbell: Saturday, September 20 was a sad day for the kinfolk of Evelyn Lenore Campbell, 88, who died in the early morning hours at Fenton Extended Care Center. She leaves two daughters and sons-in-law by her first marriage – Linda and Mike Schaefer of Brea, CA and Gloria and Danny Leffler of Northville; two granddaughters and their spouses, Lori and Ed Osborne and Kari and Tony Mano; a granddaughter, Lisa Leffler; and three great-grandchildren, Edward and Daniel Mano and Victoria Osborne. By a second marriage to Donald Campbell she is survived by two sons, Alan Campbell, who is publisher-owner of the Leelanau Enterprise, and his wife Deborah and their son Cody; and Stuart Campbell and his son, Scotty. Evelyn’s husband Donald is a former owner of the Holly Herald Advertiser. Her first husband was Gerald Ziegler. Donald’s first wife, Helen was a schoolteacher in area schools. Ziegler worked for the secretary of State. Both died prematurely. Donald and Evelyn enjoyed may sea cruises together visiting Hawaii, Mexico, plus many south sea islands. One of their favorite cruises was to the Hawaiian Islands where they visited the sunken Battleship from World War II, the Arizona, which is still sending short gobs of oil upward from it’s sunken grave. They met many friends on these cruises and learned a lot about foreign ports. In Holly they were members of the Presbyterian Church where Donald served as an Elder. He still is active in the church. They were members of the Walkers Club in Holly, which every Monday night walked around the perimeters of Holly. In her early years Evelyn worked on the elections board in Livonia, and served as a Sunday school teacher in the Lutheran Church there. She also was a doctor’s assistant in the Livonia area. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Thurs. Sept 25, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Rev. Randy Cullen officiating. Burial will be in Glen Eden Cemetery, Livonia. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 P.M. Wed. Memorial donations may be made to the Holly Presbyterian Church. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Charlotte A. Miller, age 64 of Holly, formerly of Clarkston, died Thuirs. Sept. 18, 2008. Funeral services will be held held at 11:00 A.M. Mon. Sept. 22, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor James Disbrow officiating. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 P.M. Sunday. Mrs. Miller was born in Canada on April 16, 1944 the daughter of Herbert and Mary Butterfield. She was a member of the Carpenter's House of Holly. Surviving are her children, Eric Medaris of Holly, Jeanine White of CA, Molly Bichen of CA, and Katie Raymond of CA; and 11 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter Heather Graham. Memorials may be made to the Carpenter's House. Www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Sherman Spencer Weakley, Jr. loving husband and father, passed away last night. He is dearly missed by his wife, Teresa,his sister Mary (Larry) Hartman, his children and stepchildren; Dawn (Steve) Weakley Dunn, Todd (Cindy) Weakley, Wendy (Stuart) Weakley Burch, Christopher (Andria) Weakley, Christopher and Natasha Martinez. Sherman was a General Motors retiree and member of UAW Local 5960. He was an honored veteran, beloved grandfather and cherished friend to George Seling and his family and many others. Family and friends from northern Michigan to Tennessee mourn him. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M. Fri at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Interment and military honors at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-9 Thursday. wwdryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Joseph A. Poulton, age 73 of Holly died Saturday, September 13, 2008. Funeral Mass will be 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, September 17, 2008 at St. Rita Catholic Church of Holly with Father David Blazek, Celebrant. Burial and Military Honors will be at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-9 P.M. Tuesday at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Mr. Poulton was born in Sarnia, Ontario on February 25, 1935 the son of Joseph and Marie (Rasmussen) Poulton. He was a Veteran of the US Army, amember of Amel Schwartz Post #149 american Legion, and was a member of St. Rita Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife Mary; 2 children, Kristin Poulton of Colorado and David (Jennifer) Poulton of Royal Oak and their twin children Jackson and Ella; brother Ronald Poulton of Sarnia, Ontario; and sister Margaret (Frank) Kehn of Sarnia. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Larry Poulton. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Martha E. Miner, age 82 of Fenton died Sat. Sept. 6, 2008. Memorial services will be held at 2:30 P.M. Saturday, September 13, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Hospice Chaplain, Hank Messing officiating. Visitation will be from 1:00 P.M. until the time of the service on Saturday. Mrs. Miner was born in Gaines Twp. on November 13, 1925 the daughter of Howard and Mamie Benton. She graduated from Durand High School in 1942. She married Stanton A. Miner on June 12, 1943. Stanton passed away on November 10, 2002. She is survived by three children, Sharon K.S. Miner of Fenton, Clement E. Miner III of Escondido, CA, and Pamela A. Scott of Clermont, FL; 5 grandchildren, William R. (Naarah) Sampson III, Michael S. Sampson, Clement E. Miner IV, Heather Miner, and Thomas R. (Amy) Scott; dear family friend Judith O. Aegeson of Fenton, and brother Howard Benton Jr. of CA. She was also preceded in death by five brothers and sisters; Clarence (Ethel) Benton, Geneva (Rex) Carpenter, Bernice (Ward) Martin, Ernest "Bill" (Nellie) Benton, and Clarabelle Benton. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Michelle Jeannine Taylor, born in Pontiac, Dec. 5, 1980, died Thursday AM, Aug. 28, 2008 at the age of 27 years. Preceded in death by her mother, Denise (Parke) Taylor, she in survived by her parents Jay and Joan Taylor of Linden; her brother, Jason (Alana) Taylor of Chicago, IL; step-brothers and sister, Michael (Karen) Pompei of Grand Blanc, Colleen (Mark) Twede of CA, Stephan (Angie) Pompei of Grand Blanc, Jason Pompei of Flint; uncles and aunts Robert and Celina Taylor of Wolverine Village and Ed and Cathy Swan of Lewiston. Visitation will be from 2-9 P.M. Tuesday at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, September 3, 2008 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints – Fenton Ward at 4285 McCandlish Rd., Grand Blanc with Bishop Craig Hayden presiding. Burial will be in Hillview Cemetery, Clarkston. Michelle graduated from Linden High School with honors and recently received her diploma from Hair Force Academy in Cosmetology. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly v

Gertrude R. Myers, age 85 of Holly died Sun. Aug. 24, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thurs. Aug. 28, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 P.M. Tues. and Wed. Mrs. Myers was born on Dec. 2, 1922 the daughter of George and Helen Hicks. She was a member of the Holly Apostolic Church. Surviving are 3 children, Edith (Steve) Rodgers of Holly, Gerald Myers of Holly, and Patricia (Keith) Cool of Holly; 7 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and sister-in-law Marge Hicks of Mt. Pleasant. She was preceded in death by her husband Stanley George Myers and her son Bill Myers. Memorial donations may be given to the family. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Lee Michael Millis, age 23 of Holly died Sun. Aug. 17, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Father David Blazek officiating. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 P.M. Wednesday. Lee was born in Flint on March 31, 1985 the son of Michael and Marcia (Hall) Millis. He graduated from Holly High School in 2003. He is survived by his parents Michael and Marcia Millis of Holly; sisters Amber and Amanda Millis; brother Lance Millis; grandparents Leroy and Betsy Millis of Holly and Earl and Sharon Hall of Davisburg; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Memorial donation may be made to the Holly Athletic Boosters. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Sharon H. Clark, age 65, formerly of Burton diedAug. 16, 2008 in Palm City, FL after a battle with cancer. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sat. Aug. 23, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Visitation will be from 12- 2 P.M. Saturday. Mrs. Clark was born in Detroit on Nov. 21, 1942 the daughter of Alvin and Lucille (Franklin) Shutz. She was a wonderful mother, a rock of support for her family. She is survived by 5 children, Dawn (Kenneth) Ward of FL, Allen Clark of FL, Andrea (Michael) Kennedy of Prudenville, Carl (Barbara) Clark of Zeeland, and Carl William Clark of Temperance; 11 grandchildren; brother Alvin Shutz of KY; and sister Sandra Linn of Burton. She was preceded in death by her husband Carl Clark and her sister Sherry Olson. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to the family. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Lott W. (Skip) Everly of Fenton/Holly, MI went home to be with his Lord on August 12, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday, August 15, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Ed Pedley and Pastor Jack Harris officiating. Visitation will be from 4-8 P.M. Thursday. Skip was born in Pontiac, Mi on February 5, 1930 to Lott Willard Everly Sr. and Emma Rose (Wolf) Everly. A 1947 graduate of Holly High School, Skip served in the U.S. Air Force from 1948 to 1953 as a Staff Sargeant-Electrician's Mate. He married Charlotte (Jewell) Everly on August 18, 1950. Skip's stories and his sense of humor will be missed by his children; Caryn (Steven) Ellison of Mishawaka, IN; Sherlynn Everly (James) Clark of Holly; and Thomas Lott (Mary) Everly of Garyling, MI; his six grandchildren: Andrew (Laura) Ellison; Matthew (Johanna) Ellison; Benjamin Ellison; Jason and Jim Clark; and Thomas C. Everly; and his three great-grandchildren: Martin, Beatrice, and Flannery Ellison; and "the other sister" Noreen (Koan) Perry. Skip is also survived by two sisters Ellen (Ellis) Studebaker and Lorraine (Enoch) Studebaker, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by sisters Lylah (Eldore) Klender and Jeanne (Harry) Houghton. Skip was employed by Detroit Broach and Machine Co. of Rochester, MI; retired from Sutter Products/George Fisher System/DISA in Holly. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and took many trips in the U.S. and Canada with his wife and grandsons. Active member of the First Baptist Chucrh of Holly for more than fifty years, Skip served as an Usher, Trustee, Deacon, Financial Secretary and Groundskeeper. Always a leader, Skip served the Village of Holly as a Councilmember and Village President. For several years he volunteered with the American Red Cross Blood Bank. Skip and his family were recognized as Holly's Family of the Year in 1997. Memorials may be made to: First Baptist Church of Holly - Missions or Deacons Fund, 15030 N. Holly Rd. Holly, MI 4842; or Avalon Hospice, 2360 Stonebridge Dr., Flint, MI 48532. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Wilfred A. Richardson, age 80 of Holly died Fri. Aug. 8, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Walter McConkey officiating. Military honors and burial will be at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly .Visitation will be from 2-9 P.M. Sunday and Monday. Mr. Richardson was born in Lachine, Michigan on Feb. 1, 1928 the son of Budd and Delora (Goodrich) Richardson. He was a veteran of WWII, serving in the US Army. He retired from the Village of Holly DPW in 1993 after 19 years of service. He was a member of Amel Schwartz Post #149 American Legion and a member of the Holly Moose Lodge. He is survived by his wife Joann; 3 children, Greg (Kathy) Richardson, Mark Richardson, and Marie (Jonas) Lewandowski; 5 grandchildren, Michelle (Matt) Krueger, Jenny (John) Vidican, Joe Richardson, Becky Richardson, and Sean Lewandowski; great-grandchild Paul Krueger; and brother Chuck (Margie) Richardson. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Nellie Lambert, age 87 of Holly passed away Tuesday, July 29, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday, Aug. 1, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Mr. Rian Berry officiating. Burial will be in Roseland Park Cemetery, Berkley. Visitation will be from 2-9 P.M. Thursday. Mrs. Lambert was born in Morgantown, WV on Sept. 17, 1920 the daughter of Nick and Mary (Chapil) Gauden. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who was well loved by everyone. She loved gardening, her flowers, and baking. She was a member of the Holly Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. Surviving are 4 children, Herman Lambert of Holly, Maryann Biondo of Macomb Twp., Lois Egerton of Holly and Larry Lambert of MO; 3 grandchildren, Robert Egerton, Kevin Biondo, and Darla Dome; great-grandchildren, Rob Egerton, Jonathan Egerton, Kyle Dome, Taylor Egerton, Kaitlyn Dome, Vincent Biondo, and Anthony Biondo. She was preceded in death by her husband Rodney L. Lambert. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Dorothy L. Childress, age 84 of Holly died Thurs. July 24, 2008 at home. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, July 29, 2008 at the Greater Grace Temple, 23500 W. Seven Mile Rd., Detroit, MI 48219, with Bishop Charles H. Ellis officiating. Visitation will be from 2-9 P.M. Sunday at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Mrs. Childress was born on June 5, 1924 in St. Louis, MO the daughter of Roosevelt and Auretha (Jones) Gay. She was a resident of Holly for 58 years. She was the former First Lady of the Bethlehem Church of All Nations of Northville "Salem", a member of the National Honor Society, a member of the Michigan Homemaker's Extension, was a volunteer for the March of Dimes, and was secretary of the Foreign Missions for Pentecostal Churches of the Apostolic Faith. Surviving are her husband of 62 years Guss Childress; 8 children, Carl Childress of Holly, Brenda Sizemore of Ypsilanti, Rosalind Williams of Ypsilanti, Shira (Don) Turrentine of Hawaii, Auretha Lynette (Roderick) Burbank of Belleville, Victor Childress of Holly, Leslie B. (Lilly) Childress of Grand Blanc, and Michael (Carol) Childress of Holly; 24 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and sister-in-law Vivian E. Gay of Lansing. She was preceded in death by her daughter Marilyn Childress and brother Theodis Gay. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Phillip G. Hilzinger, age 86 of Holly died Fri. July 18, 2008. A memorial service will be at 2:00 PM Tuesday July 22, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor William Seitz officiating. Burial will be in Oakview Cemetery, Royal Oak. Visitation will be from 1-2 PM before the service. A masonic service will also be conducted. Mr. Hilzinger was born in Royal Oak on March 1, 1922 the son of George and Anna (Neilsen) Hilzinger. Surviving are his wife Betty (Irons) Hilzinger of Holly; daughter Gail (the late James) Ford, son Robert (Kathy) Hilzinger; brothers and sister; Erwin Hilzinger, William Hilzinger, Lille Ann David; 5 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Phillip was a Michigan Bell engineer retiring in 1975 and a member of the Berkley Masonic Lodge # 536. He was preceded in death by his son Phillip Jr. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial donation to the charity of your choice.

Betty Ann Hardy – Age 73, of Davisburg, July 14, 2008. Bette is preceded in death by her husband of 52 years Richard Earl Hardy Jr. She is also preceded in death by her aunt & uncle, who raised her, Mae Francis Jernberg, and Carl Russell Jernberg, her brother Donald Clayton Williams and son Richard Earl Hardy III. Beloved mother of Susan Mae (Matthew) Marcell and dearest grandmother to Caleb Richard Marcell. Also survived by several cousins, nieces & nephews. Visitation 6-9 PM Thursday, July 17th & 9:30-11 AM Friday, July 18 th at Dryer Funeral Home; 101 First Street, Holly, MI 48442. Graveside Services at 12:00 PM Friday at Great Lakes National Cemetery; 420 Belford Road, Holly, MI 48442. The family requests memorial donations be made to the American Diabetes Association www.diabetes.org. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

LaDonna F. Hill, age 69 of Highland died Sat. July 5, 2008 at Canterbury of the Lake of Waterford. Memorial services will be held at 4:00 P.M. Thursday, July 10, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Randy Cullen officiating. Mrs. Hill was born in Detroit on March 18, 1939 the daughter of Delbert and Mildred (Tissler) Halberstadt. She is survived by her 3 children, Anthony Fields of Howell, Ida (Chuck) Milleur of White Lake, and Michelle Shotwell of Clio; 6 grandchildren, Max Milleur, Rex Milleur, Samantha Shotwell, Nina Fields, Nicholas Fields, and MacKenzie Fields; 1 great-granddaughter Cordelia; sister Hope; and brothers Lyman and William. Memorials may be made to the American Heart and Lung Association or the American Cancer Society. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Joan Ruth Shields, age 76 of St. Francis, WI, formerly of Detroit died Wed. July 2, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Tues. July 8, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Father David Blazek officiating. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 6-8 P.M. Monday. Mrs. Shields was born in Hazelton, PA on Oct. 29, 1931 the daughter of Joseph and Leona (Maselkevich) DiNardo. The family moved to Detroit in 1941. She graduated from St. Rose of Lima in 1949 and attended Marygrove College from 1949 to 1952. She married Charles Edwin Shields on Oct. 8, 1955, and he preceded her in death on May 23, 2002. She was a former employee of the Burroughs Corp. Her loves in life were her family, grandchildren, reading, cooking, animals, current events, crossword puzzles, and jigsaw puzzles. She is survived by her 3 children, Joseph (Susan) Shields, Suzanne (Charles) Kerndt, and Cynthia Shields; 5 grandchildren, Austin, Garrett, and Conner Kerndt, Aaron Cergol, and Matthew Shields; and brothers Joseph and Robert DiNardo. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Keith Louis Naegle, born December 25, 1930 in Toquerville, Utah, died June 30, 2008. He married Elinor Fuhriman on May 9, 1953, and the marriage was solemnized in the Logan Temple on March 19, 1954. He served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints from June 1954 to July 1956 in the New England Mission. An active member of the Church, he served in over 15 positions, including Bishop of the Fenton Ward. Keith succeeded in a range of career positions: as a design engineer at both Convair and Sperry, he taught at Brigham Young University, he worked at GM Pontiac Motors as a production engineer and transferred to the Flint Engine Plant, retiring in 1998. He is survived by his wife Elinor, his children and their spouses, Julia and Robert Heck, Gary and Rosalie Naegle, Cathryn and Dean Welch, Debra and Richard Arndt, Patricia and James Welch, Robert and Tina Naegle, Bradley and Alissa Naegle, Paul and Mary Naegle, Steven Naegle, 41 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren. His family is pleased with his achievements and example. They are deeply grateful for the legacy of faith and service he has endowed to them. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, July 3, 2008 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints - Fenton Ward at 4285 McCandlish Rd., Grand Blanc.. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 M Wednesday at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Holly. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Julia A. Gardner, age 90 formerly of Holly died Tues. June 24, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 P.M. Sat. June 28, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 P.M. Friday. Mrs. Gardner was born in Detroit the daughter of John and Ida Milarski. She was active with the Blue Star Mothers and was known for her service to the community. She was a loving mother. Surviving are 5 children, Raymond (Rose) Kujawa of Memphis, MI, Ellen Lambert of Grand Rapids, Carvel (Kim) Gardner of Linden, Katherine (Bob) Dukatz of TN, and Velincia (Dale) Waugh of Holly; 11 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; brother Raymond Milarski of Memphis; and cousin Caroline Sporys of Westland. She was preceded in death by her husband John Kujawa, husband LaVerne Gardner Sr., son LaVerne Gardner Jr., daughter Sidonia Parker, and brother Stanley Milarski. Memorials may be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Andrew Lee Steward, age 82 of Holly died Sat. June 14, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Sat. June 21, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Jim Wiegand officiating. A Family Hour will begin at 10:00 A.M. Sat. at the funeral home. Military honors and burial will be at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Mr. Steward was born in Merouge, Louisiana on March 15, 1926 to the union of Lee Steward and Mary Lou Washington. He attended the Louisiana public school system and served in the Armed Services receiving an honorable discharge. He was united in Holy Matrimony on June 25, 1966 to Edna Caldwell. Andrew retired from the Great Lakes Steel Corp. in Ecorse, MI after 40 years of faithful service. "Son" as he was called confessed Christ and was baptized at an early age. He was a 40 year member of the greater New Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church in Detroit, MI where he served in the tape ministry and sang with the Mighty Voice of Thunder male chorus. He also participated in the Thursday Morning Promise Keeper Prayer Group in Holly, MI. Andrew L. Steward departed this life on June 14, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents Lee and Mary Steward; brothers James and Harry; Brother-in-law Earl; and step-daughter Claudette (Gregory). He leaves to cherish his memory; his beloved wife Edna; son Keith Michael; step-son Andrew Curtis; step-daughters Carol (Fletcher) Gregory, Carolyn (Thomas) and Kathleen; Brothers John (Deborah) Lee Jr.; sisters Ann and Ethel; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Emily Alice Green, age 78 of Holly died Mon. June 16, 2008. She was born on May 14, 1930 the daughter of Roy and Ruth (Tripp) Merrill. She was a loving wife, mother, and awesome grandmother. She will be sadly missed. She is survived by 4 children, Rick Hayward of Lansing, Ted Hayward of OH, Keith Hayward of Holly, and Tammy Green of Holly; many grandchildren in including special grandsons Douglas "Jr." Stack of Holly and Brent Stack of CO; and 4 sisters, Eunice Clark, Grace Spencely, Betty Kelly, and Edith Bailey all of Holly. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 45 years, Thomas Green, 3 brothers Roy, Fred, and Bert Merrill and sister Doris. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.co

Kathryn Miller, age 87, loving wife of Sidney, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2008 at her home in Holly after an illness of 5 years. Her husband Sidney was her caregiver. Kathryn retired in 1976 after 30 years of service in nursing at Pontiac State Hospital. Her son Jack preceded her in death. She is survived by her husband Sidney; a step-daughter Charlene; step-son Frederick; and a brother Arthur of DesMoines, Iowa. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Fri at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Burial will be in Davison Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6-9 P.M. Thursday, with a time of remembering at 7:30 P.M. Memorials may be made to Genesys Hospice of Flint, MI. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Isabel Yeagley, age 92 of Holly died Tues. June 3, 2008. Graveside services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thurs. June 5, 2008 at Lakeside Cemetery, Holly with Pastor M. Jean Love officiating. Mrs. Yeagley was born in Atlantic City, NJ on Sept. 13, 1915. She was a second grade teacher in the Holly Schools for 30 years. She was a devoted grandmother and great-grandmother and was an avid card player. She is survived by her son Michael Yeagley of Roswell, GA; 2 granddaughters Heidi (Kraig) Enders of Howell and Jill (Scott) Selzer of Cumming, GA; 3 great-grandchildren Haylie and Hope Selzer and Jackson Enders. She was preceded in death by her husband Del Yeagley and 3 sisters Jo, Dottie, and Gay. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Bruce Perry Van Geison, age 62, formerly of Holly, passed away on Thurs. May 29, 2008 at Country Meadows of Carsonville, MI. He was born on Jan. 18, 1946 at Mrs. Perry's Maternity Home in Holly. He was the third son of Burton and Evelyn (Oldaugh) Van Geison. He worked as an artist, a furniture mover, a janitor with Holly Schools, and on a horse farm. His avocation and first loves were drawing and making beautiful bird houses. Surviving are 2 brothers Duane and Gary (Mary) Van Geison; nieces and nephews Dewy, Twyla, Tanya, Flint and Burt; all the cousins from the Oldaugh family; Aunt Jackie and Uncle Fernando and Aunt Judy Van Geison and Uncle Ray Ranger; dear friend Marla Johnson and best friend Paul Sipes. The family would like to thank Duane Hall and his staff for the wonderful care they gave to Bruce. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 Noon Sunday, June 1, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 7-9 P.M. Friday and from 2-9 P.M. Saturday. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Treva Nell Folwell, age 86 of Davisburg, passed away Mon. May 26, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Iven V. Folwell; beloved mother of Bobbie J. (Carol) Folwell, the late William P. (Theresa) Folwell, the late Harold D. (Christine) Folwell, Barbara N. (Brian) Hansen, and Gary N. (Ida) Folwell; 18 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren; sister of the late Buell, the late Geneva, the late Russell, Mary Lou, Wells, Jane, Ann, Pat, and Ronnie. Treva lived in Davisburg for the past 30 years. She was originally from Calloway County, Kentucky and was one of ten children. She was known to all as Granny. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Thurs. May 29, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Burial will be in Davisburg Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5-9 P.M. Wednesday. Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Kenneth (Harry) Smith, age 86 of Holly and most recently, Clio died Sat. May 24, 2008 at Hurley Medical Center. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, May 27, 2008 at the Calvary United Methodist Church of Holly with Pastor M. Jean Love officiating. Visitation will be from 6-9 P.M. Sunday at the Dryer Funeral Home in Holly and from 10-11 A.M. Tuesady at the church. Mr. Smith was born March 10, 1922 in Grant Township, MI, the son of Fred and Ethel Smith. He was an active member of the Calvary United Methodist Church, a Marine veteran of WW II and retiree of Michigan Bell Telephone Company. Pre-deceased by his first wife Barbara V. Smith in 2006, he will be greatly missed by his current wife Doris Smith (married December, 2007), 6 children, Ken (Marcia) Smith of Waterford, MI and Dallas, TX, Steve (Sharon) Smith of Waterford, Bob Smith (Beth Brancheau) of Holly, Brad (Beth) Smith of Holly, Jeff (Michelle) Smith of Holly and Barb Smith of Derby, KS; 12 grandchildren, Melissa, Melanie, Kelly, Steve, Mike, Kerri, Sarah, Megan, Molly, Chelsea, Abbey, and Valerie; 4 great-grandchildren, Jack, Sam, Megan and Zoe; and two sisters Dorothy Chinn of Fort Lauderdale FL and Norma Wirgau of Apache Junction, AZ. Memorials may be made to Calvary United Methodist Church. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Ida Mae Ulicne, age 85 of Holly died Wed. May 21, 2008. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Wed. May 28, 2008 at Hadley Cemetery, Holly with Pastor Patricia Harton officiating. Mrs. Ulicne was born in Fredericktown, PA on July 29, 1922 the daughter of George and Sadie (McNat) Swaney. She is survived by her sons George (Kathy) Ulicne Jr of Ohio and Andy (Ruthann) Ulicne of Holly; 4 grandchildren, Kim, Mike, Sean, and Jeff; 3 great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Mike, and Alexis; brothers and sisters George (Sally) Swaney of FL, Dorothy Sadelak of PA, Betty Burke of PA, and Lester (Mary) Swaney of PA. She was preceded in death by her husband George Ulicne Sr. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to Fenton Healthcare Center. Arrangements were made by the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Walter J. Klukowski, age 87, formerly of Milford died Sun. May 4, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday, May 9, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Rev. Kenneth Hogg officiating. Burial will be in Rose Center Cemetery, Holly with military honors under the auspices of Amel Schwartz Post #149 American Legion and Hulet-Bravender Post #5587 VFW. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 PM Thursday. Mr. Klukowski was born in Cleveland, OH on July 17, 1920. He was a veteran of WWII, serving in the US Army with the Merrill's Marauders, and he helped build the Burma Road. He was retired from the Ford Wixom Plant and was a member of UAW Local 36. He was a member of the Walled Lake Missionary Church. He is survived by his daughter Deborah Hoig, formerly of Milford; son Gary (Kathryn) Fleming) of Holly; 8 grandchildren, Todd Hoig, Jason Klukowski, William Hoig, Patricia Sene, Stanton Hoig, Ian Klukowski, Allison Van Every, and Todd Van Every; 1 great-grandson Abraham Sene; He was preceded in death by his wife Doris on March 27, 2008. Memorial donations may be given to the family. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Thomas J. Elliott, age 73, of Fenton, died Thursday, April 24, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 29, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor M. Jean Love officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Fenton. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. Monday. Mr. Elliott was born in Saginaw, MI on April 10, 1935, the son of Robert Paul and Helen (Zacharias) Elliott. He married Sandra (Reed) Elliott and was married for 47 years until her death in 2003. Recently he married Patricia Harrison of North Carolina. Tom graduated from Spring Arbor College with a bachelors degree. He worked for General Motors as a Skilled Trades Engineer for 42 years. Tom is also survived by 3 children, Thomas H. Elliott of Marquette, Donald J. (Vickie) Elliott of Holly, and Marria D. (Steven) Blinn of IL; 4 grandchildren; 1 sister Janet Cardassi of N.C.; 4 nieces; 3 nephews; and close friend Dave Barnette of Holly, MI. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Mabel O. Barnes, age 90 of Holly died Sat. April 19, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Thurs. April 24, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor M. Jean Love officiating. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 P.M. Wednesday. Mrs. Barnes was born in Detroit on Oct. 7, 1917 the daughter of Marshall and Odessa (Davis) Hadden. She and her husband Dub owned and operated "Uncle Dubs" Restaurant in Holly for many years. She was a member of the Calvary United Methodist Church of Holly. She is survived by 3 sisters, Edith Ross of Holly, Velma Ressler of FL, and Helen Kish of Alaska; brother-in-law Ernest (Kate) Barnes of Fenton, sister-in-law Lee VanKuren of FL; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband W.J. "Dub" Barnes in 1995. Memorial donations may be made to the Calvary United Methodist Church of Holly. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Shirley D. Ryden, age 85, died Friday April 18, 2008. She was the beloved wife of the late Norman Ryden and mother of Viva Breen, Lee (Denise), and Gary (Michele). She is also survived by her brothers Clyde (Jane) and Herbert (Barb); 8 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-grandchild. Shirley was a lifetime resident of Waterford and was known as an avid sports fan and Rummikub player. Her claim to fame was her wonderful baking that she shared with everyone. Her specialties were her Danish pastries that she handed out at Christmas and her summer rhubarb pie. Memorial services will be held at 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Visitation will be from 6:00 until the time of the service Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes for donations to be made to the Michigan Humane Society. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Douglas D. Flood, age 54 of Braselton, GA formerly of Holly died Sun. April 13, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Thurs. April 17, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Ed Pedley officiating. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-9 P.M. Wednesday. Mr. Flood was born in Goodrich on Jan. 3, 1954. He was a meat cutter for almost 40 years and was a member of the New Hope Evangelical Church in Georgia. He was a dedicated father. He is survived by his 2 sons Jacob Daniel Flood and Courtney Garrett Flood both of GA; mother Alice (Clarence) Visser of Holly; sisters and brother, Beverly (Robert) Suski of Holly, Kristine (James) Brody of IL, Char (Keith) Krause of Holly, Janet (Bill) Staricha of PA, David (Dawn) Fisher of Holland, and Patricia (Thomas) Hancock of Fenton; and many wonderful friends in GA. He was preceded in death by his sister Donna Kernen, brother John Flood, and father Earl Fisher. Memorials may be made to Reunion With A Cause. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Ileen M. Harmon, age 87 of Holly died Mon. April 7, 2008. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, April 10, 2008 at Lakeside Cemetery, Holly with Pastor Ed Pedley officiating. Mrs. Harmon was born in Holly on June 10, 1920 the daughter of Sidney and Alice (Wiles) Skinner. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She is survived by her daughter Mary (James) Buccinno of Holly; 6 grandchildren, Char, Laura, Jason, Josh, Marcie, and Charlie; 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Charles, son Tom, sister Anna, and brothers Harold, Donald, and Kenneth Skinner. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Robert Michael Early, age 24 of Holly died Thurs. April 4, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Monday, April 7, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Bob Benson officiating. Visitation will be from 4-9 PM Sunday. Robert was born in Pontiac on July 25, 1984. He was a member of the Holly Seventh-Day Adventist Church, and he loved the outdoors, especially fishing and camping. Surviving are his mother Kathy Danley and her husband Roger Phelps of Holly; father Robert Early of Lapeer; sister Kristina Early of FL ; and grandmother Joan (Ron) Grosser of Fenton, Memorial donations may be given to the family. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Lewis G. Striggow, age 84 of Holly died Thurs. April 3, 2008. Memorial services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Sat. April 5, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor M. Jean Love officiating. Military honors will be under the auspices of Amel Schwartz Post #149 American Legion and Hulet-Bravender Post #5587 VFW of Holly. Visitation will be from 10 AM until the time of the service. Mr. Striggow was born in Holly on Oct. 13, 1923 the son of Justin and Beatrice (Valentine) Striggow. He was a veteran of WWII, serving in the US Marine Corp for 3 years. He was a member of Amel Schwartz Post #149 American Legion of Holly and was a Boy Scout Master for Troop #43 of Holly for many years. He is survived by his wife Lorilie; 2 sons, Steve Striggow of Holly and Jim Striggow of Fort Collins, CO. He was preceded in death by his brothers Don, Gene, and Bill Striggow. Memorials may be made to Calvary United Methodist Church of Holly. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Francis M. Brill, age 98 of Fenton died Thurs. March 27, 2008. Visitation will be from 2-8 P.M. Saturday at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday, March 31, 2008 at Oakwood Cemetery, Fenton. A memorial service will be held at 3:30 P.M. Sat. April 12, 2008 at the Fenton Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 3300 S. Holly Rd. Holly, MI 48442. Mr. Brill was born in Roscommon, MI on July 10, 1909 the son of Francis and Lottie (Brown) Brill He was an employee of the Old Chevrolet Plant in Flint for 17 years and then was self employed with Brills' Auto Supply of Fenton where he was an auto parts jobber. He was a Jehovah's Witness for 73 years, and he was a member of the Fenton Congregation where he is an elder. He is survived by his 2 children Sharon P. Aichner of Flint and Thomas L. (Niki) Brill of Fenton; granddaughter Terri R. (Jeff) Hawks of CA; and sisters Beatrice Thomas and Phyllis Chandler. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Laone M. (Carpenter) Brill, brothers Roy Brill and Arthur Brill; and sister Marjorie Rawson. Memorials may be made to the Watch Tower Society. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Doris L. Klukowski, age 85 formerly of Milford died Thurs. March 27, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Tues. April 1, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Rev. Kenneth Hogg officiating. Burial will be in Rose Center Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 P.M. Sunday and Monday. Mrs. Klukowski was born in Detroit on November 7, 1922 the daughter of James and Gladys (Wood) Harris. She was a member of the Walled Lake Missionary Church. Surviving are her husband Walter; daughter Deborah Hoig formerly of Milford; son Gary (Kathryn Fleming) Klukowski of Holly; 8 grandchildren, Todd Hoig, Jason Klukowski, William Hoig, Patricia Klukowski, Stanton Hoig, Ian Klukowski, Allison Van Every, and Todd Van Every; 1 great-grandson Ian Klukowski; and 2 sisters Norma Huntley of Brown City and Marilyn Hill of FL. Memorial donations may be given to the family. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Andreski, Donald F., age 69 of Holly died March 24, 2008. Beloved husband of Charlotte; dear father of Donald J. (Patti), Michael (Mary), Patti (Robert Moran), and Martin (Sandi); 17 grandchildren; dear son of Josephine and the late Floyd Andreski; brother of Betty (Paul) Waleke and the late Diane; son-in-law of Lottie and the late Joseph Marschall.. Funeral Mass 11 AM Fri., St. Rita Catholic Church, Holly. Interment, All Saints Cemetery, Waterford. Visitation 6-9 PM Wed and 2-9 PM Thurs and Scripture Service 8:15 PM Thurs at Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

John S. Masson Jr., age 94 of Holly died March 19. Beloved husband of the late Mary; dear father of Diana (Charles) Curtis, John Masson, the late James Masson, Robert Masson, Karol (Bart) Wellnitz, and Karen (Robert) Zacharski; 19 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren. He was a loving father and was a war hero who served in the US Army during WWII. Services 1 PM Mon. Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Interment Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Visitation 2-9 PM Sat. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Lloyd L."Jim" Auten, age 90 of Holly died Mon. March 17, 2008 at home. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Thurs. March 20, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Hal Phillips officiating. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-9 P.M. Wednesday. Military honors will be under the auspices of Hulet-Bravender Post #5587 VFW and Amel Schwartz Post #149 American Legion. Mr. Auten was born in Fenton on Aug. 19, 1917. He was a veteran of WWII, serving in the US Army. He retired from GM Fisher Body after over 30 years of service. Surviving are his wife Vivian; 3 children, Darlene Ostrom of Holly, Darrel Auten of Nadeau Twp., and Dale (Janice) Auten of Holly; 7 grandchildren, Jim Ostrom of Fenton, Renee Ostrom of Holly, Bill Auten of Holly, Amy Mazurek of Fenton, Andrea Hilton of Ortonville, Katie Auten of Lapeer, and Cody Auten of Nadeau Twp.; and 5 great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the Halsey United Methodist Church or Genesys Hospice. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Gilbert Allen Ruiz, age 44 of Waterford died Sun. March 2, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Thurs. March 6, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Glen Siemer officiating. Military honors and burial will be at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-9 PM Wednesday. Mr. Ruiz was born in Detroit on February 18, 1964 the son of Gilbert and Marie (O'Neill) Ruiz. He served in the US Navy during the Desert Strom and Persian Gulf conflicts. He was a member of the Lakecrest Baptist Church of Waterford. Surviving are his 3 children, Denina, Tiffani, and Andres; parents Gilbert and Marie Ruiz of Waterford; 2 brothers Michael Ruiz of Waterford and Christopher Ruiz of Rochester; and grandmother Sophie O'Neill of Davison. Memorial donations may be given to the family. www.dryerfuneralhome.com

Dawn Marie Cole, age 39 of Holly died Sun. Feb. 24, 2008 at home. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Fri., Feb. 29, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Ed Pedley officiating. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 5-9 PM Wed and 2-5 and 7-9 PM Thurs. Dawn was born in Waukesha, Wisconsin on Oct. 15, 1968. She was a former employee of Wal-Mart of Grand Blanc. She was devoted to the cause of Making Strides Against Breast Cancer with the American Cancer Society. Surviving are her husband Chad; 4 children, Cassandra Majeskie of Holly, Brandon Cole of NC, Daniel Ward of Holly, and Justin Cole of Holly; parents Loran and Marilyn Lenhart of WI; step-father Don McIntire of WI; brothers and sisters, Janice Keesler of WI, Curtis Lenhart of OH, Paul Lenhart of WI, Mark Lenhart of NV, Daniel Lenhart of WI, Connie Downing of WI, Brian Lemoine of WI, and Michael Lemoine of WI; mother-in-law Reta (Michael) Plude of Holly and father-in-law James (Barbara) Cole of FL. She was preceded in death by her mother Lila. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or to her family for her children's education. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com.

Kenneth Virgil Keener, age 85 of Holly died Sun. Feb. 17, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Thurs. Feb. 21, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Jim Combs officiating. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Holly. Military honors will be under the auspices of Hulet-Bravender Post #5587 VFW and Amel Schwartz Post #149 American Legion. Visitation will be from 2-9 P.M. Tues. and Wed. A Masonic Memorial service will be held at 7:00 P.M. Wed. Mr. Keener was born in Burton Twp. on Aug. 10, 1922 the son of Francis and Laverna (Kline) Keener. He was a veteran of WWII, serving in the Army Air Corp. He retired from the Automobile Club of Michigan in 1982. He was a member of Hulet-Bravender Post #5587 VFW, Amel Schwartz Post #149 American Legion, Holly Lodge #134 F&AM, the Bay City Consistory, and the Elf Khurafeh Shrine. He is survived by his wife Barbara; daughter Kim (John) Phillips of Holly; 4 grandchildren, Kenneth (Katie), Danielle (A.J.), Jeff (Loretta), and Tim (Janelle); 7 great-grandchildren, Braylen, Lance, Austin, Paige, Breanna, Luke, and Ainsley; 3 sisters, June Montgomery, Marian Freeman, and Elinor Hill; and sister-in-law Marilyn Keener. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Robert Keener. www.dryerfuneralhome.com

Harold E. Lutz, age 84 of Holly died Fri. Feb. 8, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday, Feb. 11, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Timothy Evans officiating. Military honors and burial will be in Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 3-9 PM Sunday. Mr. Lutz was born in Holly on March 22, 1923 the son of Jacob and Pearl (Bernard) Lutz. He was a veteran of WWII, serving in the US Army in the European Theater as a Medic. He was a Carpentry Contractor for many years. He was a lifelong member of the Holly Seventh-Day Adventist Church and was a member of the OCR Club. He is survived by his wife Evelyn; 1 daughter Cheri (Kris) Lindsted of Cherry Valley, CA; 3 grandchildren, Kjeld (Ashley) Lindsted and Kjartran Lindsted both of Cherry Valley, and Kersti Lindsted of Denver, CO; 1 great-grandson, Jacob Aeden Lindsted and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his brother Delmar Lutz. Memorial donations may be made to the Adelphian Junior Academy. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Michael J. Zdanowicz, age 87 of Fenton died Tues. Feb. 5, 2008. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 A.M. Sat. Feb. 9, 2008 at St. John Catholic Church, Fenton with Father David Harvey, Celebrant. Burial and military honors will be at Lakeside Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-9 PM Thurs. and Fri. and a Rosary will be prayed at 7PM Fri. at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Mr. Zdanowicz was born in Detroit on Sept. 29, 1920 the son of Stefan and Wladylawa Zdanowicz. He was a veteran of WWII, serving in the US Army. He was retired from Chrysler and is one of 4 generations of his family in skilled trades during the Post 100 years. He was a member of St. John Catholic Church and a member of American Legion Post #225. Surviving are his wife Donna; 7 children, Nancy (Tom) Hirsch of AZ, Steve Zdanowicz of Midland, Russ (Susan) Stidham of Fenton, Charles Stidham of Fenton, Jim (Kellie) Stidham of KY, Thomas (Rachel) Zdanowicz of Lake Fenton, and Michele (Paul) Morrow of Linden; 17 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; sister Helen Rivas of Southgate; sister-in-law Betty Zdanowicz; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his first wife Jeannie; sons David and Steve Stidham; brother Henry Zdanowicz; and many Zdanowicz cousins. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Charles M. (Chuck) Downing, age 78, died following a long illness on Feb. 1, 2008 in McLean, Virginia. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sun. Feb. 10, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Burial will be in Rose Center Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. before the service Sunday. Mr. Downing was a 1947 graduate of Holly High School. He served in the US Navy and he received an Engineering Degree from Michigan State University. He then became a world traveler as Chief Engineer for the United Nations Food & Agricultural Organization and as a World Bank Representative to the Far East and Central and South America. He and his wife of 55 years, Laura (Berg) Downing and his family lived in South America, Africa, and Italy. He is survived by his wife Laura; three children, Tina (Norman) Wilson of Elgin, TX, Reina Downing of Great Falls, Virginia, and Brant Downing of Raleigh, North Carolina; four grandchildren, Steve and Dan Wilson of Elgin, Texas, and Elias and Preston Downing of VanBuren Twp., Michigan; brother George L. (Mary) Downing of Holly, Michigan and sister Kathleen (Robert) Horton of Fenton, Michigan. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Shirley K. Erickson, age 82 formerly of Holly died Mon. Jan. 28, 2008 at West Hickory Haven.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sun. Feb. 3, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Private burial will be in Beebe Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 5-8 Sat. Mrs. Erickson was born in Calumet on Dec. 4, 1925 the daughter of John and Emma (Soronen) Lampela. Surviving are her son Dan Erickson, daughter Connie (Robert) Owen; grandchildren Jessica, Joseph, Jeremy, Joshua; great-grandchildren Sarah, Hannah, J. D.; sisters Lila Liimatta, Rita Tervo, Leona Ryynanen and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Ronald Erickson. Memorial donations may be made to the Commerce United Methodist Church, Childrens Ministry at 1155 N. Commerce Rd. Commerce Twp., MI 48382 www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Elizabeth M. Langley, age 81 formerly of Holly died Sat. Jan. 19, 2008 at West Hickory Haven. A Memorial service will be held at a later date. Mrs. Langley was born in Clarkston on June 19, 1926. She was a bookkeeper with Holly Schools for 30 years. She is survived by 3 sons Michael Langley of Dallas, TX, Richard (Michelle) Langley of Holly, and Robert (Pam) Langley of Highland; 4 grandchildren, William, Richard Jr., Katherine, and Autumn; 1 great-great-grandson, Richard III; 2 sisters Sarah and Mary; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Hoyt Langley. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Anna R. Brody, age 77 of Holly died Thurs. Jan. 17, 2008 ay Genesys Health Park. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Mon. Jan. 21, at the Trinity Lutheran Church of Fenton with Pastor Dean Dumbrille officiating. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-9 P.M. Sat. and Sun. at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Mrs. Brody was born in Chicago, IL on Nov. 23, 1930 the daughter of the late Frank and Ann (Zambo) Sebastian. She was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church of Fenton, was a church organist for many years, and was an employee of the Holly Police Dept. She loved gardening and crafts, and especially cherished her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She is survived by 8 children, Roy (Susie) Brody of Linden, William (Kathleen) Brody of Holly, Al (Shelley) Brody of Fenton, Debbie (the late Joseph) Armstead of Holly, Steven (Cheryl) Brody of Swartz Creek, Renee` (Terry) Keener of Holly, Suzi (Shawn) Alejandro of Fenton, Sheri (Lewis) Ball of Swartz Creek; 21 grandchildren, including special granddaughter 3 year old Hayley; 15 great-grandchildren; sister Joan DeSmedt of IL; step-mother Jean Sebastian of IL; and best friend Bernice Riggs of Holly. She was preceded in death by her daughter Denise Davis and brother George Sebastian. Memorial donations may be made to the Trinity Lutheran Church Building Fund. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Eula M. Nichols, age 79 of Holly was called home to her rest on Thurs. Jan. 3, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 12 Noon Sat. January 12, 2008 at Faith Missionary Baptist Church of Holly with Pastor W.E. Whitaker and Pastor Eugene Blankenship officiating. A Family Hour will be from 10:00 A.M. until the time of the service. Burial will be in Oakhill Cemetery, Holly. Mrs. Nichols was born in Atlanta, GA on Sept. 17, 1928 the daughter of Burdeen and Ruby Kilpatrick. She leaves to mourn; daughters, Penelope Young, Patricia (fiancée Glen Hall) Nichols, and Willio (Thomas) Dean; sons James (Ruth) Nichols, Harvey (Mary) Nichols Jr., Billie (Betty) Nichols, Willie (Faye) Nichols, John (Jewell) Nichols, and Anthony (Patricia) Nichols; 4 grandchildren, Paul, Torrey, Pamela, and Latesha Nichols; 3 great-grandchildren, Paulanice Nichols, Paul Nichols, and Asia Nichols Bell. She was preceded in death by her husband Harvey Nichols. Arrangements by the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Joyce Marie Lloyd, age 58 of St. Helen, formerly of Holly died Mon. Dec. 31, 2007 at home. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday, Jan. 4, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Rev. Kim Adatte Chenoweth officiating. Interment will be in Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 3-9 PM Thursday. Mrs. Lloyd was born in Pontiac on March 18, 1949 the daughter of George and Marguerite (Rivard) Vallette. She is survived by her husband Alex; 2 children Robert (Rachel) Davies of Holly and Johnette Davies of PA; step-son John A. Lloyd of Waterford; 3 grandchildren, Thomas and Erica Davies and John A. Lloyd Jr.;1 great-grandson Gabriel; and brothers Charles Vallette of St. Helen and Gerald Vallette of Holly. She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters Norma Jean Hall and Patricia Heidler and brothers George D. and Melvin L. Vallette. Memorials may be made to ALS Assoc. of Southfield or Hospice of Helping Hands of West Branch. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Sarah Beaubien, age 71 of Waterford died Mon. Dec 31, 2007. She was born in Auburn Heights on Dec. 3, 1936 the daughter of Frank and Alice (Coons) Polasek. She was a loving mother to Pat (Tom Topolnicki) Beaubien of Waterford and Sara (Rich Dann) Beaubien of Holly; loving grandmother to Zachary and Alexander; and sister to Bill Polasek of Auburn Hills and Marie Coder of FL. Memorial donations may be made to the Make A Wish Foundation. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Larry L. Volz, age 66 of Holly and Fenton, died Fri. Dec. 28, 2007 at home. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Mon. Dec. 31, 2007 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Jim Wiegand officiating. Visitation will be from 6-9 P.M. Sat. and 2-9 P.M. Sun. Mr. Volz was born in Marlette on Dec. 1, 1941 the son of Albert and Beatrice (Greneisen) Volz. He retired from Holly High School where he was a wood shop teacher and coach. He was also well known in the area as a sports official. Surviving are his wife Kay; 2 children, Mike Volz of Linden and Rhonda (David) McCarty of Holly Twp.; 6 grandchildren, Kristi, Nikki, and Michael Volz and Kyle, Kasey, and Kara McCarty; brothers Carl Volz and Jerry Volz both of Marlette; sisters Mary Lue Woods of Caro, Alberta Schinzing and Lotti Beltz both of FL and several nieces and nephews. The family gives special thanks to Jeff and Sharon for all their help and support. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial donations to the Freedom Center of Fenton or Genesys Hospice. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Mary E. O'Connell, formerly of Holly died Fri. Dec. 21, 2007 in Atlanta, GA. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Thurs. Dec. 27, 2007 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Burial will be in Crestwood Memorial Cemetery, Grand Blanc. Visitation will be from 5-9 PM Wednesday. Mrs. O'Connell was born in Springfield, TN on June 30, 1919 the daughter of Conklin and Molly (Hulsey) Austin. She operated an adult foster care home in Holly for many years. Surviving are her daughter Candy (John) Hokanson of Atlanta; son William Jerry Austin of FL; and several grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Cecil O'Connell in 1994. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Judith Ann Verla, age 61 of Fenton died Wed. Dec. 19, 2007 at Avalon Hospice. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Sat. Dec. 22, 2007 at the Davisburg United Methodist Church, with Pastor James Disbrow officiating. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 PM Friday at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Mrs. Verla was born in Pontiac on Oct. 25, 1946 the daughter of Richard and Esther (Masters) Griffin. She was a dedicated employee of Woodspecs, Inc. of Waterford for 25 years. She was a member of the Carpenter's House Church of Holly for over 30 years, serving as an Intercessor and Deacon. Surviving are 3 children, Cary (Greg) Smith of Holly, David Verla of East Pointe, and Kim (Terry) Vernon of Holly; 6 grandchildren, Devon, Griffin, Hannah, Micayla, Abigail, and Isabella; father Richard Griffin of Birmingham; 2 brothers, John Griffin of Hartland and Jay Griffin of Birmingham; niece Liz Larson of Warren; and nephew Walter Larson of Madison Heights. She was preceded in death by her mother Esther and sister Janet Larson. Memorial donations may be given to the family. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Laura A. Rowe, age 101 of Holly passed away Mon. Dec. 17, 2007. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Fri. Dec. 21, 2007 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor M. Jean Love officiating. Burial will be in Sunset Hills Cemetery, Flint. Visitation will be from 6-8:30 PM Wed. and from 2-4 and 6-9 PM Thurs. Mrs. Rowe was born in New Port, Arkansas to Joseph and Anna Drummond. She married Warren E. Rowe on Nov. 15, 1925 in Batesville, Arkansas She was employee at AC Spark Plug for 25 years, retiring in 1969. She enjoyed crocheting, gardening, and growing dahlias. Surviving are 2 daughters, Louise Warner of Holly and Lola Liberty of Swartz Creek; 5 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and 4 great-great-grandchildren. Memorial donations may be made to Holly Youth Assistance, 3231 Grange Hall Rd. Holly, MI 48442 or St. Luke's Street Ministry, 3202 Forest Hill, Flint, MI 48504. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Elizabeth S. King, age 98 of Holly died Fri. Dec. 14, 2007. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Mon. Dec. 17, 2007 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Allen Schweizer, Chaplain with Heartland Hospice officiating. Burial will be in Hadley Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-9 P.M. Sunday. Mrs. King was born in Royal Oak on Feb. 18, 1909 the daughter of Henry and Maud (VanWagoner) Stevens. She was a former resident of Westacres Subdivision of West Bloomfield and was a former member of the Orchard Lake Presbyterian Church. She was a member of Calvary United Methodist Church of Holly. Surviving are her son John S. King of Holly; daughter Linda Weil of Holly; 7 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; and sister-in-law Helen Stevens of Adrian. She was preceded in death by her husband Stockton King, grandson Marcus Weil, sister Blanch Stevens, and brothers John and Harold Stevens. Memorial donations may be made to Heartland Hospice of Fenton Extended Care Center. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Ray L. Everett, age 67 of Davisburg died Sat. Dec. 8, 2007 at home. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, Dec. 13, 2007 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Tigg Vanaman officiating. Interment and military honors will be at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 4-9 PM Tuesday and from 2-9 PM Wednesday. Mr. Everett was born in Albion, MI on June 5, 1940 the son of Dale and Ethel Everett. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War, serving in the US Air Force. He was a former fireman and professional clown in Albion, and also delighted many as Santa Claus for decades. He was a member of Great Lakes Baptist Church of Holly and the Albion American Legion. Surviving are his wife Kathleen (Racine Vitale) Everett; 5 children, Dawn Abbey of Jackson, Michele (Patrick) Taylor of Battle Creek, Heather Everett of IN, Bruce Vitale of OH, and Eve Vitale Warnez of Ortonville; 8 grandchildren; and 1 great-grandchild; former wife Sharon Everett of Albion; twin sister, Faye Lavay of WA and sister Mary Ann Peterson of FL. Memorial donations may be given to the family. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Marjorie S. Adair, age 55, of Mechanicsville, VA, formerly of Holly died Sun. Dec. 2, 2007. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, Dec. 6, 2007 at Lakeside Cemetery, Holly with Pastor Patricia Harton officiating. Mrs. Adair was born in Wytheville, VA on September 18, 1952 the daughter of Raymond and Ida Sue (Mabe) Irvin. She is survived by her husband Jim; daughter Angela (Matthew) Adair-Ryan of Atlanta, GA and grandson Jackson Adair-Ryan; daughter Heather (Kevin Scott) Adair of Mechanicsville, VA; sister Judy (Loring) Irvin Burdick of Montgomery, AL; niece Melissa Burdick; and great-niece Taylor Burdick; She was preceded in death by her parents, and brothers Joe and Ed Irvin. Memorial donations may be made to the local hospice of your choice. Arrangements by Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. www.dryerfuneralhome.com

Clyde F. Beardsley, age 88 of Wolverine, MI and Holiday, FL died Wed. Nov. 28, 2007 in Tarpon Springs, FL. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Monday, Dec. 3, 2007 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Marc Burnett officiating. Burial will be in Andersonville Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2-9 P.M. Sunday and 12-2 P.M. Monday. Mr. Beardsley was born in Springfield Twp. on March 21, 1919 the son of George and Josephine (Doty) Beardsley. He was a veteran of WWII, serving in the US Army and was in the Normandy invasion. He was retired from Chrysler Corp after 30 years of service as a pipe fitter. He was a member American Legion Post #122 of Wolverine and the VFW Post of Indian River. His favorite pastimes were golf, working on old cars, and fishing. He was preceded in death by his parents, former wife Mildred (Richards) Beardsley, and step-daughter Sally Riethmeier. He is survived by his wife Neva (Sackrider) Beardsley; 3 step-daughters Thelma Parkman of Vanderbilt, Grace (James) Colpean of Bay City, and Rose (Rich) Henderson of Saginaw; step-son James Riethmeier of Wolverine; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Samie E. Cody, age 78 of Holly died Thursday Nov. 22, 2007 at Arbor Inn, Warren, Mi. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 26, 2007 at the Grace Missionary Baptist Church, Holly with Pastor Bob Hopkins officiating. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday from 1-8 p.m. at the Dryer Funeral Home. Samie was born on June 4, 1929 in Sergent, Kentucky the daughter of Wilo and Rhoda (Allen) Bentley. She owned Samie’s Coins & Gifts for 33 yrs. in Holly. Surviving are her 3 daughters, Shelia (Ted) Mannikka of Warren, Sharon (Havard) Gauthier, Haughton, Lo., Susan (Bobby) Long, Warren, and 1 son William R. (Sandra) Cody of Proctor, W. Vi. 8 Grandchildren, Matt Mannikka, Tiffany Duffney, Lee Morris, Tami Krebs, William Long, Cynthia Leach, Christine Holman, & Lara Lemieux. 8 great-grandchildren. Several sisters and one brother, sister-in-law Nola Cody Shively. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Cody of Holly. There will be a prayer service at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Contributions may be made to the American Lung Association.ww.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Gomer Euston Evans of Grand Blanc died peacefully at the Genesys Convalescent Center on Wednesday, November 21, 2007. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Sunday, November 25, 2007 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Alvaro Sauza officiating. Interment will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-6 P.M. Friday and Saturday. Gomer was born on June 3, 1922 in Mountain Ash, Wales, UK. Gomer is survived by his wife of 50 years, Beryl Patricia Evans; three sons, Timothy Evans and his wife Sonya of East Highland Ranch CA, Nicholas Evans and his wife Kimberly and granddaughters Madison and Camryn of Fenton, and son David Evans and his wife Erin of Chicago, IL. Gomer served in WWII in the British Home Guard. He was educated and worked as both a Mechanical and Civil Engineer, beginning his career in London, England and then moving to the United States permanently in 1963. Gomer received numerous recognitions as a professional engineer and taught as adjunct faculty in the engineering schools at both Lawrence Tech and the University of Michigan. Gomer and his wife Beryl raised their three sons in Holly, Michigan and were active members of the Holly Seventh Day Adventist Church, where he served many years as a deacon, choir director, elder, and religious liberty leader. He will be greatly missed by his loving wife, sons, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, and numerous others. Gomer rests with the belief "I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give on that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love His appearing". www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Rudolph B. Peabody, age 77 of Burton went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sat. Nov. 17, 2007. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday, Nov. 19, 2007 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 P.M. Sunday. Mr. Peabody was born in Holly on June 22, 1930 the son of Thomas and Stella (Swartz) Peabody. He was retired from Numatics of Highland after 29 years of service. He was a member of the Eagles Nest Church of Mt. Morris. Surviving are his wife Juanita; 4 children, Robin (Ken) Krueger of Highland, Randy Peabody of Manistique, Ricky (Sandy) Peabody of FL, and Russell Lee (Tina) Peabody of New Hudson; 8 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and sister Florence Stephens of AZ. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.comv

Paul L. Merritt, age 62 of Fenton died Fri. Nov. 9, 2007 at home. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2007 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Father Gary McGinnis officiating. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 P.M. Monday at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Interment and military honors will be at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Mr. Merritt was born in Pontiac on Oct. 15, 1945 the son of Donald and Mary "Pat" (Lanway) Merritt. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War, serving in the Marines. He was a former employee of Dur Automation of Novi. He was an avid fisherman, gardener, and nature lover. Surviving are his wife Paula; son Andrew (Nicolle) Merritt of Flint; 2 step-children, Martin Joslyn of Troy and Lindsey Joslyn of Fenton; 3 grandchildren Kaley, Selena, and Adam Merritt; daughter-in-law Shelly Merritt of Clio; sister Donna (Les) Lindsley of Holly; brother John Merritt of CA; and brother-in-law Bill Raleigh of Holly; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, son Christopher Merritt, and sister Dolores "Dee" Raleigh. Memorial donations may be made to Genesys Hospice. www.dryerfuneralhome.com

Phyllis E. Ambrose, 76 of Grand Blanc, formerly of Burton passed away Nov. 3, 2007 at Genesys Health Park. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at 1:00
PM Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Rev. Robert D. Taylor officiating. Phyllis was born in Flint on July 19, 1931. She met and married James H. Ambrose in Washington D.C. in 1952 when she was working for the US Department of the Navy. They returned to Phyllis' home of Flint and have lived in the area ever since. She was a member of the ABWA and was awarded Business Women of the Year in 1983. She enjoyed sewing, quilting, knitting, and spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her husband James on Oct. 26, 2007. She is survived by her 3 daughters, Debbie (Andy) Tabbert of Linden, Dale (Jerry) Blunk of Merrill, and Penny (Rich) Perez of Grand Blanc; 3 granddaughters, Tara and Amanda Tabbert of Linden and Kassi Perez of Grand Blanc. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Robert E. Walters, age 83 formerly of Davisburg and Holly died Mon. Oct. 29, 2007. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Sat. Nov. 3, 2007 at the Davisburg United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Davisburg Cemetery with military honors under the auspices of Hulet-Bravender Post #5587 and Amel Schwartz Post #149 American Legion of Holly. Visitation will be from 4-9 P.M. Friday at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Mr. Walters was born in Pontiac on Nov. 9, 1923 the son of Robert and Eva (Samuel) Walters. He was a veteran of WW II, serving in the US Army. He was retired from GM Truck and Coach after 37 years of service in the Personnel Dept. and as an Employment Manager,He was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church of Waterford, Hulet-Bravender Post #5587 VFW, and Amel Schwartz Post #149 American Legion. His passions were golf and music, and he played saxophone in the Holly Festival Band. Surviving are his wife Beverly; 3 children, Cathy (James) King of Holly, John (Kim) Walters of Herron, MI, and Jim (Sandi) Walters of Holly; 4 grandchildren, Brad, Whitney, Mandolin, and Emily; 3 great-grandchildren; brother Cal Walters of GA; and loving companion Ilene Thayer of Grand Blanc. He was preceded in death by 2 sons Bobby and Steve Walters; brothers William and Carl Walters.; and sister Mary Wiechert. Memorials may be made to the Davisburg United Methodist Church or the Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Renee M. Smith, nee Tolley, age 93, widow of the late Austin H. Smith, MD, passed away on Oct. 10, 2007 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Renee was born in Toronto, Ontario on July 14, 1914. Her daughter, Kathie L. Duncan, with whom she has resided for the past 23 years, survives her. Renee graduated from Pershing High School in Detroit, Michigan, and also attendee Deaconess Hospital School of Nursing in Detroit. She lived on the island of Oahu in Hawaii working as administrator at Hickam Air Field, and worked for many years as an employment counselor in Grand Rapids, Michigan. After her marriage to Dr. Smith in 1964, Renee assisted in his medical practice in Kent City, Michigan. Renee spent many years working as a Bereavement Specialist with Widow and Widowers in support groups in both Grand Rapids and Holly. Renee lived in Holly during her Elementary and Jr. High years and later returned to Holly for eight years. At that time, she worked with the Dryer Funeral Home’s Widow-Widower Support Group. Her wish was that no service be held. Memorial gifts may be made to the charity of choice or Holly Presbyterian Church, 207 E. Maple St., Holly, Michigan 48442.

Helen Amelia Leppala, age 91 of Fenton died Tues. Oct 23, 2007. Memorial services will be held at 4:00 PM Sat. Oct. 27, 2007 at the Dye Road Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 1187 S. Dye Rd. Flint, MI. Mrs. Leppala was born on Drummond Island, MI on March 26, 1916 the daughter of Henry and Hannah (Arkman) Sumen. She was a dedicated member as one of Jehovah's Witnesses for over 60 years. Surviving are her daughter Diane (the late Gary) Marsh of Fenton; 2 grandchildren, Melanie (Kurt) Ulbick of Brighton and Derek (Darlene) Marsh of Flushing; 6 great-grandchildren Andrew and Megan Ulbick, Taylor, Mackenzie, Vanessa, and Garret Marsh. She was preceded in death by her husband Aaron Leppala. Memorial donations may be made to the Flint West Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. Arrangements by Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Jacob Michael Fischer, age 2 of Holly died Mon. Oct. 22, 2007 at home. Funeral services will be held at 7:00 P.M. Thursday at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Hank Messing officiating. Visitation will be from 4-7 P.M. Thursday. Jacob was born in Grand Blanc on October 20, 2005 the beloved son of Eric and Samantha (Scott) Fischer. He is survived by his parents Eric and Samantha Fischer; grandparents Nancy Fischer, Marv and Julie Scott, and Jim and Pam Smith; great-grandmother Valerie Peabody; and special friend Jonnie Clemmer. Memorials donations may be made to the Mott Children's Hospital, Ann Arbor or Holly Area Schools - Special Services. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Joseph W. Armstead, age 52 of Holly died Fri. Oct. 19, 2007. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Tues. Oct. 23, 2007 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Ed Pedley officiating. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 P.M. Sun. and Mon. Mr. Armstead was born in Bad Axe on Aug. 14, 1955 the son of Joseph and Bernice (Profit) Armstead. He was retired from AT&T. Surviving are his wife Debbie; 2 children, Jamie (Chris) Adler of Holly and Joe (Crystal) Armstead III of Vernon; 4 grandchildren, Kaeden and Landen Adler and Makayla and Emma Armstead; parents Joe and Bernie Armstead of AZ; sister Jan (Dave) Passmore of Clarkston; brother John (Linda) Armstead of Holly; and sister Jill (Dick) Winglemire of Holly; and his beloved dogs Willie and Spike. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Carl F. Meng, age 86 formerly of AuGres and Drayton Plains died Sat. Oct. 6, 2007. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, Oct. 12, 2007 at the First Baptist Church of Holly with Pastor Howard Hardy officiating. Burial will be in Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 P.M. Thursday at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Mr. Meng was born in Detroit on Dec. 12, 1920 the son of Frederick and Caroline (Bruner) Meng. He was a veteran of WWII, serving in the US Army. He was retired from GM Pontiac Motors. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Eusebia; son Mike Meng; sister Barbara Nasin; and several nieces and nephews. Memorial donations may be made to the First Baptist Church of Holly. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Ernest A. Garant, age 82 of Holly died Mon. Oct. 1, 2007 at Genesys Heath Park. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Fri. Oct. 5, 2007 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Ed Pedley officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Fenton. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 P.M. Wed. and Thurs. Mr. Garant was born in Flint on Sept. 20, 1925 the son of Alexander and Agnes (LaLonde) Garant. He lived most of his life in Holly and worked at the G.M. Ternstedt Plant, retiring in 1983. He was a polio survivor and the past few years was confined to a wheelchair. He was an inspiration to all of us in teaching us that you can overcome any hardship and live your life as if you had no disability. Most people did not notice that he had one. He managed Holly Little League teams, taught archery to 4-H groups, and repaired lawn mowers. He enjoyed bowling, and hunting and fishing trips. He especially loved vacationing with his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Dorothy; his 4 children, Kathy (Bill) Brody, Bill Garant, Norm (Debbie) Garant, and Lorraine (Paul) Bauer, and Ken Walker; 12 grandchildren, Kenny, Crystal, Robert, Brian, George, Holly, Lane, Steven, Vincent, Steffen, Brandi, and Brianna; 9 great-grandchildren, Logan, Drake, Caitlyn, Kora, Devan, Dylan, Alexandria, Juliana, and Emma Grace; 2 sisters Delores Winningham and Leah Allard. He was preceded in death by his parents; 3 sisters Lucille, Rosie, and Edna; 4 brothers, Richard, Andrew, Leonard (John), and William; and niece Sandrea Walker. Memorial donations may be made to the March of Dimes or the American Cancer Society. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Everett J. Cummings, age 92, of Holly died Fri. Sept. 28, 2007. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Mon. Oct. 1, 2007 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Bob Trimball officiating. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 P.M. Sunday. Mr. Cummings was born in Buncombe, IL on Feb. 12, 1915 the son of William and Eva (Sabina) Cummings. He was a real estate broker in the Union Lake area for many years. He was a former member of the Pontiac Eagles and the Tee Creek Hunt Club, and was an avid golfer and hunter. Surviving are his daughter Connie (George) Fagan of Holly; 6 grandchildren, Donald Cummings of Highland, Lori Potter-Hyatt of Warren, David Cummings of Waterford, Danny Fagan of Holly, Kelly Roos of Grand Blanc, and Terri Sand of Holly; 15 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son Donald Cummings and his wife Dorothy. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Mildred L. Scott, age 92 of Holly died Sun. Sept. 23, 2007 at home. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thurs. Sept. 27, 2007 at the Great Lakes Baptist Church of Holly. Burial will be in Olive Branch Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 7-9 PM Tues. and from 2-5 and 7-9 P.M. Wed. at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Mrs. Scott was born in Troy on Jan. 30, 1915 the daughter of Lewis and Mary (Poole) Stumpf. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a Sunday School teacher for many years and was active in Child Evangelism Fellowship and was a member of the Great Lakes Baptist Church of Holly. Surviving are 2 sons, Nelson G. (Kathy) Scott of Byron, Carl (Karol) Scott of Pontiac; daughter Kathryn (Dale) Hartman; 14 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by husband Nelson C. Scott. Memorials may be made to the Great Lakes Baptist Church of Holly or the Lighthouse Baptist Church of Flint. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Eliza Stewart, age 87 of Davisburg died Sat. Sept. 22, 2007. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Wed. Sept. 26, 2007 at the Davisburg United Methodist Church with Pastor Bill Seitz and Dr. Harry Carr officiating. Burial will be in Acacia Park Cemetery, Beverly Hills. Visitation will be from 5-9 PM Mon. and 2-9 PM Tues. and an Eastern Star Memorial service will be held at 7:00 PM Tues. at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Mrs. Stewart was born in Girdler, KY on June 27, 1920 the daughter of John and Elizabeth "Lizzie" (Barnes) Messer. She was a member of the Shalom Baptist Church of Orion and was member of the Austin-Electa Chapter #396 O.E.S. She is survived by 3 children, Frances (the late Noah) Carnes of Kinross, Oscar (Geraldine) Stewart of Pinckney, and Sherry (Timothy) McLaughlin of Davisburg; grandchildren, Marlene Boone, John Carnes, Kimberly Kozarian, Donna Reid, Travis McLaughlin, and Dillon McLaughlin; 16 great-grandchildren; 12 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband John C. Stewart "the Egg Man" and grandchildren Darlene Zaborowski and Dawn DeCare. Memorial donations may be made to the Davisburg United Methodist Church. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Donald "Scott" Haller, age 51 of Holly died Wed. Sept. 19, 2007. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Sat. Sept. 22, 2007 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Dean Dumbrille officiating. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 P.M. Friday. Mr. Haller was born in Detroit on May 27, 1956 the son of the late Donald and Carolyn (Wagner) Haller. He was an employee of General Motors with 31 years of service. He is survived by his wife Cheryl; 3 children, Rachel Haller of Fenton, Brian (April) Haller with the US Marine Corp, and Kyle Haller of Holly; sister Debbie (David) Sutter of Ferndale; brother, Tim (Julie) Haller of Davisburg, Ron (Yonnie) Haller of Holly, Jim (Tina) Haller of Linden, and Todd (Denise) Haller of Linden; mother and father-in-law Eva and Dale Weber; and his beloved dogs Holly and Elvis. Memorials may be made to Genesys Hospice. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Sharon K. Range , age 54 of Holly went home to be with the Lord on Mon. Sept. 10, 2007. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Wed. Sept. 12, 2007 at the Free Will Baptist Church, 4804 White Lake Rd., White Lake, MI 48386, with Pastor Michael Hill officiating. Mrs. Range was born in Kentucky on June 14, 1953 the daughter of Denver and Emma Jean (Witt) Dean. She is survived by her husband Tom; 3 children, Heidi Lalone, Tommy Range, and Shirley Stajkowski; 9 grandchildren; and sister Sheila (Rick) Thomas. She was preceded in death by her brother Dennis Dean. Memorial donations may be given to the family. Arrangements by Dryer Funeral Home. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Seeley Tinsman, age 95 of Holly died Fri. Sept. 7, 2007. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Mon. Sept. 10, 2007 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor M. Jean Love officiating. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-9 P.M. Sunday. Mr. Tinsman was born in Holly on Dec. 22, 1911 the son of Leo and Marie (Everts Smith).Tinsman. He married Ethel Giles of Holly on July 12, 1936. He was class Treasurer of the Holly High School Class of 1928. He was a full time farmer for many years and he worked for the Federal Government Farm Program where he measured every farm and field in Holly Township. He was a loan inspector and performance supervisor in the Farm Program of Oakland County until he was appointed Supervisor of Holly Township on July 1, 1958. He was reelected every election until resigning on June 30, 1979. He also served on the Oakland County Board of Supervisors from 1958 thru 1968. He was a charter member of the Holly High School Athletic Hall of Fame. He played baseball until nearly everyone went to WWII. He also played softball. Mr. Tinsman was one of the founders of the Holly Little League and was a Little League Manager for many years. After retiring as Holly Twp. Supervisor, he spent most of his time in Florida. Surviving are 2 daughters Janice Mae (Gordon) Johnson and Betty Ann ( Richard) Messel; 7 grandchildren, William (Jane) Angus, Daniel (Alice) Johnson, Laurie (Randy) Olson, Carol (Jerry) Deren, Patricia (Todd) Hamilton, Michael (Dolores) Angus, and Linda (Randy) Hankins; 7 step-grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; 1great-great-grandchild; 3 step-great-great-grandchildren; and daughter-in-law Virginia. He was preceded in death by his wife Ethel and son Robert Tinsman. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Foundation. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Marjorie M. Dumas, age 86 of Holly died Mon. Sept. 3, 2007. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Thurs. Sept. 6, 2007 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Emerson Arntz officiating. Burial will be in Beebe Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-9 P.M. Wed. Mrs. Dumas was born in Milford on Feb. 28, 1920 the daughter of Kenneth and Alice (Aldrich) Wells. She and her late husband Harvey were lifetime farmers in Rose Township. Surviving are her son Merle (Alta) Whittaker of Oxford; daughter Joyce Randall of Holly; 9 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; sister Lenabelle Barber of Clarkston; brothers Frank (Vivian) Wells of Waterford, Ed (Barbara) Wells of Holly, and Cameron Wells of Holly. She was preceded in death by her husband Harvey Dumas, son Milton (Betty) Whittaker, and brothers Harold and Don Wells. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Assoc. or the American Heart Assoc. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Arthur T. Stack, age 96 of Holly died Tues. Aug. 28, 2007. Funeral Mass will be 11:00 AM Fri. Aug. 31, 2007 at St. Rita Catholic Church of Holly with Father David Blazek celebrant. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 PM Thurs. and a Rosary will be prayed at 7:00 PM Thurs. at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Mr. Stack was born in Holly on Nov. 28. 1910 the son of Frank and Hortense (O'Connell) Stack. He was a farmer in the Holly area for many years and was a member of St. Rita Catholic Church. He was an assessor for the Groveland Twp Board of Review and was a member of the Oakland County Agricultural Extension Office. Surviving are his beloved wife of 71 years, Anna; 5 children, Thomas (Janet) Stack of Holly, Danny (Yvonne) Stack of FL, Ronald (Dolores) Stack of Vestaburg, Carol (Tom) Parker of CA, and Michael Stack of Fenton; 22 grandchildren; 45 great-grandchildren; 6 great-great-grandchildren; son-in-law George Ratledge of NM; and sister Grace Hadel of Tustin. He was preceded in death by his daughter Jane Ratledge and brothers Francis, Albert, and Paul Stack Memorials may be made to the Holly St. Vincent DePaul or Genesys Hospice. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Johnnie Ray Banks, age 49 of White Lake, went home to heaven on Sat. Aug. 25, 2007. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Sat. Sept.. 1, 2007 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 P.M. Friday. Mr. Banks was born in Pontiac on Dec. 26, 1957 the son of Henry and Nettie (Tyra) Banks. Surviving are 3 children, Jessica Berry of Milford, Emily Banks of Wixom, and Katie Banks of White Lake; 2 grandchildren, Briley Bowman and Rubie Robinette; father Henry (Christine) Banks of Lachine; brothers and sisters Sandra (Dennis) Day of WA, Darrell (Delphine) Banks of Hartland, Patricia Amis of KY, Garrold Banks of MI, Barbara (Bennie) Creech of Highland, Sheila (Ricky) Brown of VA, and Alicia (Bob) White of VA; and many nieces and nephews. Memorial donations may be given to the family. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

William C. Goodman, age 34 of Birch Run died Sun. Aug. 26, 2007. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thurs. Aug. 30, 2007 at the Dryer Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 2-9 P.M. Wednesday. Surviving are his wife Anjie; 4 children, Samantha, Brandon, Autumn, and Brett Goodman; mother and step-father Mary and Daniel Detkowski; brother Michael Detkowski,; sister Kimberly Detkowski; mother and father-in-law Robert and Pauline Grades; brother and sister-in-law Robert and Terrie Grades. He was preceded in death by his grandmother Evelyn Purves. He was the owner of Personalized Lawn Service and he loved hunting, fishing, golf, and fast motorcycles. He was a strong believer in Christ. Memorial donations may be given for his children. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

MacRae, Alan R., age 49 of Holly died Aug. 25. Dear father of Heather Caton, Heidi, Hance, and Isaac MacRae; and grandfather of Emily Caton. Memorial services 10 AM Thurs. Aug 30 Christian Trinity Church, 21770 Kelly Rd., Eastpointe, MI 48021. Memorial donation may be given to the family. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

David F. Vandruska, age 54 of Holly died Fri. Aug. 17, 2007 at home. Funeral services will be held at 4:00 PM Tues. Aug. 21, 2007 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Visitation will be from 1-4 PM Tuesday. David was born in Pontiac on July 15, 1953 the son of Frank and Frances Vandruska.. He loved remodeling and construction work. He loved to spend time at his place on Sanford Lake and especially loved ice fishing. Surviving are his wife Betty; 4 children, Janet (Dennis) Acord of Ovid, Jackie Patsey of Durand, Amber Dyer of TX, and Madaria Southerland of AR; 7 grandchildren; 1 great-grandson; mother Frances Vandruska of NV; brothers Joey, Timmy, Daniel, and Christopher; sister Annie; step-mother Kim Vandruska; and his cats Muffy and Missy. He was preceded in death by his son Jimmy and brother Andy. The family gives special thanks to Annie Chapple and to Heartland Hospice. Memorial donations may be made to the family. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Carrol Erwin Washburn, age 78 of Flint went home to be in heaven with his wife Gloria, son Ronald, daughters Judy and Susan. Left to cherish his memories are his daughters Barbara (Charles) Webb of Flint, Terry (Danny) Miller of Plainfield, IL, and Tracy DelRio of Ontario, Canada; sons Eric (Stephanie) Washburn and David (Roxann) Washburn of Flint and Paul (Sherry) Washburn of Jamestown, ND; sister Dolores Hinchey of Pinckney and Clarice Spicer of Pontiac; many grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson. Graveside services, military honors, and burial will be held at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Arrangements by Dryer Funeral Home, Holly and flowers may be sent to the funeral home. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Jack Vernon Choler , 1931-2007, of Holly died August 6, 2007 after a short battle with cancer. He leaves behind his wife of 44 years, Jean; son Ron (Marion) Choler of Port Orange, FL; daughter Jackie (Lewis) Ethterton of Longwood, FL; step-daughter Laura Pearce of Otsego, MI; brother Jerry (Sharon) Choler of Sevierville, TN; 3 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. He retired from Hodges Supply of Pontiac, MI. In the past he was an avid bowler and golfer. More recently, he loved train travel. At his request there will be no service. After cremation his ashes and the ashes of his beloved dog Brownie will be scattered at Port Orange, FL in the Atlantic Ocean. Arrangements were made by the Dryer Funeral Home. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Jocelyn "Jo" (Austin) Sexton, age 88 of Holly died Sun. July 29, 2007. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thurs. Aug.2, 2007 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Robert Tucker officiating. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 P.M. Tues. and Wed. Mrs. Sexton was born in Holly on June 19, 1919 the daughter of the late Earl and Hazel (Hubble) Austin. Surviving are 4 children, Tommie Rose of Marshall, WI, Alfreda Rose of Lake, Frances (William) Schroeder of Holly, and Kathleen (Jerry) Bentley of Elkton; 9 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; brother Larry (Marilyn) Austin of Petoskey; 2 sisters Letha Heitzner of Petoskey and Ida Sackrider of Wolverine; many nieces and nephews and many great and great-great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her grandson Roy Bentley, a great-great-granddaughter, and 9 brothers and sisters. She will be sadly missed by family and friends, but we know she is in good hands with the Lord. The family gives special thanks to Hospice of Central Michigan. The care from the staff was above and beyond the call of duty. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials be made to Hospice of Central Michigan, 401 S. Main St., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858. www.dryerfuneralhome.com

Avnee Lynn-Jayne Nash, infant daughter of Amanda Nash of Holly died Wed. July 25, 2007. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, July 31, 2007 at Lakeside Cemetery, Holly. Also surviving are her grandparents Dan and Laurie Nash of Holly; great-grandparents Jim and Mary Smith of Atlanta, MI and Ron and Bev Nash of Traverse City; uncle Private Matthew Nash of FT. Hood, TX; and special cousin Makenzie. Arrangements by Dryer Funeral Home. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Patricia J. Edwards, age 77 of Vero Beach FL., formerly of Highland died Tues. July 24, 2007. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Friday. July 27, 2007 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Michael Rath officiating. Burial will be in Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Visitation 6-9 PM Thursday. Mrs. Edwards was born in Pontiac on March 14, 1930 the daughter of Walter and Ruth (Lewis) Jeffreys. She was an avid painter and was a lover of life and her family. Surviving are her husband Carmi Edwards Sr.; 4 children; Lorraine Burbach of PA, Ron Heft of Hadley, Norman Heft of Imlay City, and Carmri Edwards Jr of Linden.; 7 grandchildren, Ed, Sarah, Rebecca, Danielle, Ashley, Sylvan, and Seth; 6 great-grandchildren; brother Walter Jeffreys; and sister Dorothy Jeffreys of FL. Memorials may be made to the Michigan Humane Society.

Thomas Nathan Fuller, age 92, died at his residence on July 20, 2007. Beloved husband of the late Lillian, dear father of Jane Brownson and Sandy Watson, also five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Memorial gathering will be held at Holly Hills Club House, 16181 Lancaster Way, Holly, MI on Thurs. July 26 at 6:00 P.M. for family and friends. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Foundation. Arrangements made by the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly.

Richard A. Foley, age 51 of Grand Blanc died Thurs. July 12, 2007. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Wed. July 18, 2007 at the Dryer Funeral Home with Rev. Donald Neuville officiating. Visitation will be from 12-2 Wed. before the service. Rick was born March 23, 1956 to Daniel and Judy (McNie) Foley and lived most of his life in the Fenton area. Rick was a jack-of-all-trades working in the transmission business, construction, residential and commercial painting. In recent years he traveled the country rebuilding restaurants. He had a love of the outdoors and enjoyed hunting, fishing and trying to master the game of golf. Rick was gifted with quick wit and a great sense of humor, he lived the quote " wherever he laid his hat was his home". He was loved and will be greatly missed by his loving Grandmother, Virginia McNie of Linden, sister Patricia (Gary) Spangler of Fenton, brother Steve (Kelly) Smith of CO, nephews Garrett Evans and Justin Smith, Niece Kadee Spangler, loving aunts Carol (Ed) Anderson and Geraldine Estess, and many other aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and Margo, a very special person in his life. As his family wished, Rick became an organ donor to give others hope and health. Rick was preceded in death by his brother James Foley, just seven months ago, who he loved and missed very much, father Daniel Foley, mother Judy Smith, step-father Ike Smith, grandfather Arthur McNie, grandparents Victor and Mary Foley and cousin Edwin Anderson. Rick, may you and Jim be toasting those of us who love and miss both of you with all our hearts, and are left