Elizabeth "Liz" Hollo

Elizabeth “Liz” Hollo, age 76, of Chelsea, Michigan, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on December 29, 2021. She was born on January 21, 1945 in Augusta, Georgia, the daughter of Chafee and Dorothy (Claffey) Whilden.

Liz had lived in the Chelsea area since 1978, moving from Midland. She was deeply involved in the Chelsea Community for many years, where she lovingly raised her family. She worked as a nurse for Chelsea Community Hospital in the head/pain unit for over 25 years, and was a faithful member of St. Mary Catholic Church, where she sang in the choir and loved participating in the Lenten Fish Fry events. In addition, she was very involved with campaigning for the installation of Knights of Columbus State Council officers. Liz was one of those individuals who always did for others. She enjoyed traveling, shopping, and spending time with her family and friends, especially her children and grandchildren.

Liz married Richard A. Hollo on June 10, 1967, and he survives. Also surviving are their four children, Michael Hollo of Arizona, Michele (Scott) Almassy of Ohio, Meagan (Justin) Evans of North Carolina, and Matthew Hollo of Plymouth; two grandchildren, Ryan and Kyle; brother, William (Diane) Whilden of Alabama, and brother-in-law, William “Billy” Mitchell of Georgia. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sisters, Martha Mitchell, and Anne Nieberding.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea, with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, January 6, 2022, 11:00 a.m., from St. Mary Catholic Church, Chelsea. The family will receive friends at the church on Thursday from 10-11 a.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Louis Center. Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home.

Dale O. Nuttle

Dale Owen Nuttle, age 60, of Whitmore Lake, MI, passed away on December 24, 2021 at the Arbor Hospice Residence in Saline, Michigan.

Dale was born on December 23, 1961 in Ann Arbor, MI to Glenn Jr. and Joan (Carpenter) Nuttle.

He enjoyed fishing, sports of all kinds, and bike riding. He was employed as a window washer, a job he truly enjoyed.

Dale is survived by his mother, and step-father, who raised him from the age of eight, Joan (Ron) Angonese of Whitmore Lake, a daughter, Crystal Hammond and Crystal’s mother, Sherri Hammond, two grandchildren, Dylan and Matthew, several aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Glenn Nuttle, Jr., his companion, Cindy Ferguson in 2019, and a brother, Edwin Carpenter in 1985.

A Graveside Service will be held on Wednesday, December 29, 2021, 10:00 a.m., at Oak Grove Cemetery in Manchester, Michigan with Pastor Jeff Howard officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea.

Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea.

Paul D. Brown

Paul D. Brown, age 82, of Pinckney, MI, passed away on December 18, 2021 at St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge.

Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday at 1:00 p.m., followed by burial at Plainfield Cemetery in Gregory, Michigan.

Shirley L. Flint

Shirley L. (Ahrens) Flint, age 91, formerly of Manchester and Brooklyn, mom, grandma, and sister, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2021. Shirley was the daughter of Elmer Ahrens and Edith (Bruestle) Slane, born to them on September 15, 1930. She graduated with the class of 1949 from Manchester High School.

She wasn’t just a mom and grandma, but so much more. She was a sister and friend to many, and known to many for her banana nut bread. She wore many hats throughout her life. At one point she waited tables at the old Clinton Hotel for Goldie Covell. She was a cashier, gave out samples at Meijer, and was a sitter for Michael, Lisa, and Steve (her extended children). She worked at Baker’s Dozen for Chuck and Sandy King and loved every minute. She was the smiling face at the receptionist desk at the U of M Financial Aid Office. She was the first face many students and families encountered, and she soon became known as “Grandma” to returning students. She was also a member of the Covenant Church in Chelsea.

Shirley leaves behind her children, Elizabeth Blossom and Douglas (Cindy) Flint. She has five grandsons, several great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Also surviving are her sister, Mary Lou (Ron) Marks of West Virginia, and several nieces and nephews; her second families: Michael, Lisa, and Steve, and God-daughter, Aimee, as well as the Dennis Crupper family. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, James “Ray” Flint in 1982, an infant brother, and her son-in-law, Garry Blossom.

The family will receive friends at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home in Chelsea on Sunday, January 2, 2021 from 1-6 p.m. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Monday, January 3, 2021, 11:00 a.m., with Pastor Tony Dickerson officiating. A private burial will take place at the Sharon Township Cemetery at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Covenant Church, 50 N. Freer Rd, Chelsea, MI 48118.

Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home.

Dan C. Carlton

Dan C. Carlton, age 74, of Stockbridge, MI, passed away on December 25, 2021 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor. He was a bright spark in this world, and he will be deeply missed.

Dan was born on August 11, 1947 to Cletus and Eliza ‘Betty’ Carlton in Highland Park, MI. He had lived in the Stockbridge area since 1974, moving from Livonia. He was a Senior Design Engineer and Project Manager for Flow Robotic Systems in Novi, retiring in 2001. Although retired, Dan was not an idle man and continued performing home inspections.

Dan poured his heart and soul into his family, who absolutely adored and admired him. He was a God-fearing man, who had been actively involved at Crossroads Community Church in Stockbridge for many years, but he had recently been attending the Rives Baptist Church in Rives Junction.

Dan was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed bear, turkey, and deer hunting, as well as fishing and camping. He also loved to garden, and he was an excellent cook. Dan earned his 5th Degree Black Belt in Sanchin Ryu Okinawan Karate and was a Master Sensei. He was able to share his passion of Sanchin Ryu through teaching all ages and fitness levels the non-competitive style based karate of physical and mental self-control.

On February 4, 1995, he married his lovely wife, Kay Ann (Kehrberg) in Pleasant Lake, Michigan, and she survives. Also surviving are his children: James (Destiny) Carlton of Montana, Susan (Doug) Demers of Williamston, and Tammy (Steve) Tokar of Grand Ledge; Angela Lash of Quincy, and Matt (Melissa) Clark of Adrian; 12 grandchildren; extended family, Jake Dekarske of Stockbridge; sister, Janice Watkins of Lansing; sister-in-law, Mary Jo (Mitch) Elston of Hudson. He was preceded in death by his parents, Cletus and Betty Carlton, as well as a brother-in-law, Dennis Watkins.

Anyone who knew Dan was touched by his kindness, humor, and mild temperament. He was truly a peacemaker and was always a source of positivity.

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, January 5, 2022, 11:00 a.m. at Rives Baptist Church, 2800 W. Berry Road, Rives Junction, with Pastor Dyke Cyphers officiating.

The family will receive friends at the church on Tuesday, January 4, 2022 from 6-8 p.m., as well as Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.

Contributions in memory of Dan may be made to Rives Baptist Church and/or Sanchin-Ryu.

Carol J. Satterthwaite

Carol Jean (Trapp) Satterthwaite, age 85, of Ypsilanti, MI, formerly of Chelsea, MI, received her angel wings on December 24, 2021 after a long and valiant fight with Alzheimer's.

She was born on December 8, 1936 in Stockbridge, Michigan to Howard and Ada (Corser) Trapp. She married Darrell Satterthwaite in July of 1956, and he preceded her in death in 1998. She is survived by her sons, Terry, Trent (Barb), and Troy (Christine) Satterthwaite; grandchildren, Jenna (Matt) Oesterle, Brenda (Ben Himes) Satterthwaite, Troy Lee Satterthwaite, and Morgan (TJ) Mathis, five great-grandsons, Ben, Aaron, Wyatt, Bronson, and Declan, and siblings, Patricia Patterson and Edward (Sue) Trapp. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by siblings, Robert Trapp, Dr. Alan Trapp, Glenn Trapp, James Trapp, Jeanette Collins, Shirley Habeck and Nancy Matyzius.

Carol and Darrell lived in the Chelsea area for their entire married life. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother and was known for making extra food just in case she had any visitors. She loved having coffee with friends, doing ceramics and other art projects, water aerobics, gardening, bird watching, spending time with her horses, and caring for the animals around the farm. Her passion was providing day to day care for the elderly.

Carol will be laid to rest with her husband, Darrell, in Vermont Cemetery. Burial will be private. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Gilbert Residence, 203 South Huron Street, Ypsilanti, Michigan or the Arbor Hospice Foundation in her memory.

John Michael Lazarz

John Michael Lazarz “Papa,” age 83, of Grass Lake, Michigan passed away on Thursday December 23, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loving family. John was born November 17, 1938 in Uniontown, PA, the son of Stella and Franklin Lazarz.

John is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Marjorie, and one sister, Debbie (John) Roberts, sister in-law, Donna Neiler, his children, Michelle (Jeff) Weber, Michael (Aileen) Lazarz, Melissa Radabaugh, Mary Kay (Jeff) Doering, 10 grandchildren, Corey Lazarz, Kevin Doering, Cody Radabaugh, Marisa Lazarz, Dylan Radabaugh, Jared Lazarz, Jeremy (Kelly) Lazarz, Seth Radabaugh, Rebecca Doering, Jenna Mae Radabaugh, and one great-granddaughter, Karlie Lazarz, and special foreign exchange daughter, Mika Miyata. 

After retirement from Typographic Insights and the University of Michigan, John would spend his time with his grandchildren teaching them life’s lessons, enjoying watching Westerns and saving his pennies to take Nana to the casino. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, step-mother, Katherine Lazarz, his grandparents, Stanley and Julia Lazarz, his in-laws, Kathryn and Vincent Neiler and brother in-law, Daniel Neiler.

“Life is easy to understand backwards but unfortunately, we have to live it forward.” A quote from John Lazarz.

The family will receive friends at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home  on Monday, December 27, 2021 from 6-8 p.m. with a Rosary at 7:30 p.m. A Mass will take place on Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. with the V. Rev. Dr. William J. Canon Turner officiating from St. Mary Catholic Church. A private burial will take place at Mt. Olivet Cemetery at a later date.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Cascades Humane Society or the Grass Lake Senior Center.

Michael L. Pollok

Michael Lee Pollok, age 59, of Stockbridge, MI, passed away on December 23, 2021 at Henry Ford Allegiance Hospice Home in Jackson, Michigan.

Michael was born on September 10, 1962 in Owosso, Michigan, the son of Donald Lee and Margie E. (Burgess) Pollok.

He graduated from Stockbridge High School in 1980, and worked on the family farm, a job he truly enjoyed. He also worked as a truck driver, and for a few years he worked in several shops in the area.

Michael is survived by his mother, Margie Pollok of Stockbridge, MI, and three siblings: Michelle Pollok, Teresa (Mark) Jorgensen, and Lisa (Tom) Johnson. He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Pollok.

A private burial will be held at Oaklawn Cemetery, and a Memorial Celebration will be scheduled for a later date.

Geraldine V. Houtteman

Geraldine Violet (Fuhs) Houtteman, beloved wife of Richard (Dick) Houtteman (1923-2015), mother of six, grandmother of twelve, great-grandmother of thirteen, sister of Evelyn (1914-2015), sister of Carl (1920-2006), and aunt to many, died December 19, 2021 in Saline, Michigan at the age of 97.75.

Geri was born on March 24 or 28, 1924, in Lake Township Michigan, the youngest of three children to Otto Paul Fuhs (Pipi) (1884-1986) and Caroline (Carrie) Helen Whitmore (Mimi) (1890-1961). She graduated from South Lake High School in 1941 and during World War II took a job at the Continental Motors company. To pass the time on the bus, as she commuted each day along Lake Shore Drive, she would select one of the many mansions to be “hers” someday.

She met Richard in high school, and they married in 1945 in Pensacola, FL where Dick was stationed for pilot training as an Ensign in the U.S. Navy. Their marriage lasted 70 years. They spent the war together stationed at various naval bases, the last of which was San Diego.

After the war they moved back to St. Clair Shores, Michigan, where they raised a family of six: Toni, Richard (Mike), Debra (Arend), Jeffrey, Scott, and Lee. Geri worked as an election inspector and chairperson for 50 years. She was a devout Catholic, slept with a rosary under her pillow, and attended Sunday Mass until she could no longer walk. She followed the Detroit Tigers and Red Wings throughout her life, enjoyed being a “hockey Mom”, a Wednesday Wendy’s regular, and she was a decent bowler and golfer, and a great cook.

Richard and Geri enjoyed a long retirement. They spent winters in Florida. Ever thrifty, this meant for them a mobile home in an active retirement park. During the rest of the year Geri, together with her sister Evie, were available to help raise grandchildren, when and where needed. Looking back at her tireless devotion to her family, the countless scrapes and bruises, she built a home for her family as vast and as wonderful as any along Lake Shore Drive.

Michael J. Kaske

Michael J. Kaske, age 78, of Chelsea, MI, passed away unexpectedly at home on December 18, 2021. He was born in Garden City, MI on September 27, 1943, to the late Edward and Angeline (Bomber) Kaske. He was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Dianne, and his brother, Jerry Kaske. Michael worked for Ford Motor Company as a master electrician, then retired after 32 years of dedicated service. During his retirement, he spent much of his time with family and friends, and frequented his cottage in St. Helen. He enjoyed golfing, bowling, and playing cards. He will be deeply missed by his children, Todd (Miriam) Kaske, Laura (Richard) Thorne, and Karen (Chris) Schop; grandchildren, Aric (Megan), Christopher, Sarah, Arin, and Ryan; siblings, Edward Kaske, Pat (Bob) Davis, and Fred (Robin) Kaske. No funeral or memorial service is immediately planned. The family will notify friends and loved ones when a service is scheduled.