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PRUDENCE JANE OLSON
Prudence Jane Olson
75 of Clare passed away Wednesday, October 24, 2007 at her home.
Prudence was born April 24, 1932 in Ashland, Wisconsin, the daughter of
Bertram and Stella (Nye) Robinson. Prudence had resided in Clare since
moving from Cloquet, Minnesota.
Prudence was united in marriage to Clifford Olson on December 28,
1968 in Proctor, Minnesota. Mr. Olson preceded Prudence in death on June
3, 1997. Mrs. Olson was a member of St. Johns Church of Wrenshall,
Minnesota, life member of Cloquet V.F.W. Auxiliary, Ladies of the
Moose-Clare, Michigan, Harrison Eagles Aerie #3541 Ladies Auxiliary and
President of Cooties for year 2000. Prudence enjoyed ceramic painting
and singing in her church choir.
Surviving is one daughter, Debra Fontaine of Harrison, two
grandchildren: Aaron Popovich and Shannon James Fontaine both of
Harrison, one nephew, George Filiatrault and niece Bonnie, one
step-daughter, Connie Mayo of Minnesota and two step-grandchildren:
Julie and Jodie. Mrs. Olson also was preceded in death by her parents,
three brothers: Thomas, Joseph and Eugene Robinson and two sisters:
Lillian Filiatrault and Eileen Adamzak.
In following Mrs. Olson's wishes, cremation has taken place.
Memorial services will be announced at a later date. Inurnment will be
in Maple Grove Cemetery, Cloquet, Minnesota. To share an online
condolence with Prudence's family, please visit:
www.stockingfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements were entrusted with Stocking Funeral Home, Harrison (989)
539-7810.
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IRIS JEAN MILLER
Iris Jean Miller
81 of Harrison passed away Thursday, October 25, 2007 at Mid Michigan
Medical Center-Clare. Iris was born October 6, 1926 in Oakland County,
Michigan, the daughter of Arthur and Kathleen (Murphy) Penrose. Iris was
united in marriage to Hullon "HW" Miller on January 26, 1948 in Hazel
Park, Michigan.
Mrs. Miller had resided in Harrison since 1980, coming from Madison
Heights, Michigan. Iris was a member of St. Athanasius Catholic Church,
Harrison.
Surviving is her loving husband, Hullon "HW" Miller of Harrison,
one son, Larry Miller also of Harrison, one daughter, Shirley Milliken
and husband Ed of Harrison, five grandchildren, nine
great-grandchildren, plus many friends. Mrs. Miller was preceded in
death by her parents and two sisters: Fern and Olive.
Funeral services were held Monday, October 29, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. from St.
Athanasius Catholic Church, Harrison, with Father Noel Rudy officiating.
Inurnment will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Harrison. Memorial donations in
memory of Mrs. Miller may be considered to: American Cancer Society. To
share an online condolence with Iris's family, please visit:
www.stockingfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements were entrusted with Stocking Funeral Home, Harrison (989)
539-7810.
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LORI ANNETTE HALE
Lori Annette Hale 48 of Harrison
passed away Monday, November 5, 2007 at Mid Michigan Medical
Center-Clare. Lori was born May 28, 1959 in Highland Park, Michigan, the
daughter of Ray Lodell and Mary Ann (King) Sherwood. Lori was united in
marriage to Rickey Lee Hale on June 19, 1993. Mrs. Hale had resided in
Harrison since 1998, coming from Gladwin, Michigan.
Mrs. Hale enjoyed caring for her grandchildren, crafting, reading,
watching movies and gardening.
Surviving is her loving husband, Rickey Lee Hale of Harrison, two
sons: John Wetherell of California and Kevin Wetherell of Harrison, two
brothers: John Sherwood of Coleman, Michigan and Mike Sherwood of
Georgia, two sisters: Sherry and Jeanie, two grandchildren: Zachary and
Faith Jennings, plus numerous nieces and nephews. Lori was preceded in
death by her parents.
In following Lori's wishes, cremation has taken place. Celebration
of Life services will be held at a later date. To share an online
condolence with Lori's family, please visit:
www.stockingfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements were entrusted with Stocking Funeral Home, Harrison (989)
539-7810. ***
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JOANNE CORA DAVIS
Joanne Cora Davis 79 of Harrison
passed away Thursday, October 25, 2007 at Tendercare-Clare. Joanne was
born February 27, 1928 in Muskegon, Michigan, the daughter of Floyd A.
and Mildred H. (Cutler) Davis. Mrs. Davis served her country in the
United States Air Force. Joanne was united in marriage to Herbert J.
Davis on October 27, 1992 in Harrison. Mrs. Davis had resided in
Harrison since 1992, coming from Manistee, Michigan.
Joanne enjoyed reading her bible, working on her computer and
traveling with her husband Herbert.
Surviving is her loving husband, Herbert J. Davis of Harrison, one
son, Robert Lee of Manistee, five daughters: Debbie Lee of Hawaii, Sally
Harris of Manistee, Kim Hughs and husband Danny also of Manistee,
Suzanne Devine and husband Trevor of California and Elizabeth Lee of
Traverse City, Michigan, three step-daughters: Nancy Popp of Garden
City, Michigan, Cheryl Gault and husband John of Ortonville, Michigan
and Gail Schuler of Florida, one sister, Jeannie Maui of Traverse City,
twelve grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. Joanne was preceded
in death by her parents, one brother, A.J. Davis and one step-son,
Francis E. Davis.
Celebration of Life services were held Monday, October 29, 2007 at 7:00
p.m. from Stocking Funeral Home, Harrison, with Rev. Lee Palmer
officiating. Military honors services were conducted under the auspices
of V.F.W. Post 1075 of Harrison. To share an online condolence with
Joanne's family, please visit:
www.stockingfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements were entrusted with Stocking Funeral Home, Harrison (989)
539-7810.
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OPHELIA CARR
Ophelia Carr, age 86, of Harrison
passed away on Monday, October 29, 2007 at her home. She was born May 5,
1921 in Mississippi County, Missouri, the daughter of Bob and Pauline (Donohoe)
Moore. Ophelia married George S. Carr on May 6, 1939 in Sikeston,
Missouri. He preceded her in death on June 17, 1994.
Mrs. Carr had resided in Harrison since 1969, coming from Redford
Township, Michigan. She enjoyed quilting, flower gardening, watching
wild animals and loved caring for wild birds.
Surviving Ophelia is four sons, Stephen Carr and wife Jennifer of
Ellenton, Florida, Gerald Carr of Vancouver, Canada, Robert Carr and
wife Leslie of Haslett, Michigan and George Carr of Brighton, Michigan,
one daughter, Suzanne Carr of Traverse City, Michigan, eight
grandchildren, five great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Carr was preceded in death by her parents, one daughter, Nancy
Calahan, one brother, Billy Moore and one sister, Darlene O'Shea.
In keeping with Mrs. Carr's wishes, cremation has taken place.
On-line condolences may be left for Ophelia's family with
www.stockingfuneralhome.com.
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CARL E. EMENHISER
Carl E. Emenhiser, 74 of Harrison, MI
died Thursday, November 8, 2007. Mr. Emenhiser was born October 3, 1933
in Jonesboro, Arkansas, the son of Orville and Jewel (Brinkley)
Emenhiser.
He retired as an electrician for the State of Michigan in 1996
after 30 years. He served in the US Navy during the Korean War. He also
greatly enjoyed hunting and fishing.
Carl is survived by his wife of 23 years, Sandy (Gage) Emenhiser;
children, James (Margie) Emenhiser of Bangor, Bill (Julie) Emenhiser of
Sunfield, Hank (Cindy) Emenhiser and Carla (David) Barnard, both of
Charlotte; step sons, David Michels of St. Johns, Kenneth (Jolleta)
Michels of Eaton Rapids, James (Terri) Michels of CA, Mark Michels of
Olivet; 18 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren; half sisters, Judy and
Patty, both of Missouri. He was preceded in death by first wife Clara
and 2 brothers.
Funeral services were at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 13, 2007 at
Pray Funeral Home with Pastor Eric Pittman officiating. Visitation was
at 11:30 right before the service. If desired, memorial contributions
may be made to Hope Baptist Church in Harrison, MI.
Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Online condolences
may be sent to the family at
www.prayfuneral.com
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