Gregory R. Guenther

Gregory R. Guenther, of Grass Lake, MI, age 66, passed away on January 24, 2024 at his home in Grass Lake, MI. Greg was born on September 28, 1957 in Jackson, MI to Roy and Gwendolyn (Banks) Guenther.

Greg lived in the area for most of his life. He was a collector, and he loved to find little treasures anywhere he could, whether it was a garage sale or an antique shop. He would pick up things that he needed and of course those didn't need. Either way he always kept what he found. He enjoyed spending time outdoors and foraging for morel mushrooms. He also loved hanging out with his bird, Rodman.

He will dearly be missed by his daughters, Michele (Shawn) Proko of Chelsea, Meliesa (Mike) Burgess of Tecumseh, and Tara (Jeremy) Schroder of Chelsea; five grandchildren; a brother, Todd Guenther of Florida; and his ex-wife Catherine. He was preceded by his wife, Shari Guenther, and his parents.

A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, February 1, 2024, 11:00 a.m., at Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea with Pastor Mary Barrett officiating. Visitation will be held from 10-11 a.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one's choice.

William F. "Bill" Allen

William F. Allen, age 68, of Pinckney, MI, passed away on January 22, 2024 at WellBridge of Pinckney.

Bill was born on May 3, 1955 in Ann Arbor, MI to Robert and Helen (Aiken) Allen and grew up on the north side of Ann Arbor. He was an avid slalom skier who lived at Portage Lake for many years where he met his wife Deb. He enjoyed mountain biking, snow skiing, and snowmobiling with his wife and children, Allissa and Geoff. A talented mechanic who ran his own business, Dockside Marine Service, he married Debra J. Guidot in 2001.

He is survived by his wife, Deb, and children, Allissa (Matt) Simmons of Northville, Geoff (Stefanie) Rhodes of Laingsburg, Steven Allen of Detroit, Lisa Brunner of Chicago, as well as seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Per his wishes, he has been cremated and a celebration of his life will be held at a later date in the summer.  

Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea. 

Donna J. Lukenich

Donna Jean Lukenich, age 98, of Jackson, MI, passed away on January 21, 2024. Donna was born on March 16, 1925 in Fitchburg, MI, the daughter of John and Wilma (Parman) Huffine. Donna had lived in the Jackson area all of her life. She was a member of Sts. and Cornelius Cyprian Catholic Church in Bunkerhill Twp. She worked at Variety Die and Stamping in Dexter for many years, retiring in 1987.

Donna enjoyed spending time outdoors and found joy in gardening, fishing, and camping. She also enjoyed bowling, and throughout the years she traveled throughout the country, exploring various destinations. One of her favorite places to travel was Alaska. She enjoyed spending time with family, especially her grandkids.

On March 14, 1944, she married Paul S. Lukenich, and he preceded her in death in 1981. She is survived by a daughter, Theresa (Donald) Byrd of Stockbridge, and a son, Michael (Marlene) Lukenich of Bear Lake; three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; and a sister, Kathleen Frey of Georgia. In addition to her husband, Paul, she was preceded in death by a son, Paul Stephen Lukenich Jr. in 1948, a daughter, Carol Ann Lukenich in 2000, a grandson, Jeffrey Paul Lukenich in 2020, two brothers, Boyd Huffine and Beryl Huffine, and her special companion, Berwin Seitz in 2021.

Visitation will be held on Monday, January 29, 2024, from 5-7 p.m. at Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge, with a Rosary at 6:30 p.m.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, 11:00 a.m., at Sts. Cornelius and Cyprian Catholic Church in Bunkerhill Twp., with Fr. Robert Irish presiding. Burial will follow at Fitchburg Cemetery. The family will also receive friends at the church on Tuesday from 10-11 a.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice.

Glenn A. Williams

Glenn Alan Williams, of Chelsea, MI, age 64, passed away on January 19, 2024. He was born on November 9, 1959, in Ann Arbor, MI, the son of Leslie and Olivia Williams.

Growing up in Chelsea, Glenn graduated from Chelsea High School in 1977. Glenn worked as a construction electrician for IBEW Local 252 for over thirty years.

Glenn was a hardworking man his entire life. He designed and built his family's home. He loved the outdoors, spending much of his time gardening, planting fruit trees, and caring for his many acres. He also enjoyed antique tractors, reading, and was knowledgeable about so many things. Most of all, he loved his family. He was a dedicated husband, loving father, son, and brother. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Glenn is survived by his loving wife of thirty-four years, Tammy Williams. Also surviving are two daughters, Jessica Williams and Rachel (Andrew) Stempien; a sister, Susan (Michael) Bowen; his father, Leslie Williams; an uncle, Larry (Theresa) Williams, as well as many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Cliff Williams, and mother, Olivia Williams.

The family will receive friends at 10:00 a.m., on Friday, January 26, 2024, at Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home in Chelsea, MI. The funeral service will begin at 11:00 a.m., with Pastor Eric Stricklin and Brian Mullins officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Grove East Cemetery in Chelsea.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family.

Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home.

Michelle L. Eder

Michelle Lynn Eder, of Chelsea, MI, age 64, passed away on January 19, 2024 at her home in Chelsea, MI. Michelle was born on April 14, 1959 in Ann Arbor, MI, the daughter of Willard R., II and Sharon (Peck) Ziegler.

Michelle had lived in Chelsea her entire life. She graduated from Chelsea High School in 1977, and she worked for many years as a bartender at Seitz's Tavern. On March 20, 1980, she married Danny K. Eder, and they enjoyed nearly 44 years of marriage. Michelle loved spending time outdoors and camping along the Grand River in Portland. She was a craft maker, and she enjoyed making jewelry.

Surviving are her husband, Dan Eder of Chelsea, her mother, Sharon Ziegler of Virginia, a brother, Raymond Ziegler III of Gladwin, and sister, Deb Rose of Virginia, a step-daughter, Denise Eder of Alabama, and two step-grandchildren and five step-great-grandchildren; a niece, Misty, and nephew, Dustin; as well as one great-niece and one great-nephew. She was preceded in death by her father, Willard R. Ziegler II, and step-daughter, Lynn A. Eder.

Per her wishes, cremation has taken place, and a private memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions in Michelle's name may be made to Faith in Action, Chelsea.

Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home.

Cathy L. (Prentice) Lobdell

Cathy Lynne Lobdell, of Chelsea, MI, age 56, passed away on January 17, 2024. Cathy was born on February 19, 1967 in Ann Arbor, MI the daughter of Paul and Janet (Bollinger) Prentice. She grew up in Chelsea, and she graduated from Chelsea High School in 1985.

Cathy was a kind and loving person. She loved animals of all kinds, especially her dog, Ruger, and her cat, Oreo. She was a U of M fan, and she worked for Michigan Medicine Hospital as a scheduling clerk for many years.

Most of all, she loved her family. She was very close with her mother, and she loved spending time with her daughter, Danielle. The three of them were a trio. She had many special memories of concerts she attended with her brother, Jeff. She enjoyed being outside and working in her garden and planting flowers. She was always smiling, had a full heart, and was one of those people who looked at life with a glass half full. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Cathy is survived by her daughter, Danielle Lobdell of Chelsea, her mother, Janet Prentice of Chelsea, a brother, Jeffrey Prentice of Chelsea; as well as several aunts, uncles, and cousins, including special cousins, Becky (Dave) Johnson, and their children, Aaron and Amanda Johnson. She was preceded in death by her father, Paul Prentice, in 2003.

Visitation will be held at Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home on Friday, January 26, 2024 from 5-7 p.m., as well as on Saturday from 10-11 a.m.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 27, 2024, 11:00 a.m., at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home with Pastor Eric Stricklin officiating.

A private burial will be held at Zion Lutheran Church Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Mikey & Me Dog Rescue, or the Humane Society of Huron Valley.

Verlin Jane Cook

Verlin Jane Cook, formerly of Mason, MI, age 90, passed away on January 14, 2024 at Elder Ridge Manor in Stockbridge, MI.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 24, 2024 from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. at Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge, MI.

Burial will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery in Mason, MI.

Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home.

Earl "John" Love

Earl "John" Love, of Stockbridge, MI, age 82, passed away on January 15, 2024 at home. John was born on March 13, 1941 in Jackson, MI, the son of William H. and Luella M. (Wirick) Love.

John lived in the Stockbridge area most of his life, graduating from Stockbridge High School in 1959. He proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corp from 1959-1963 and then transferred to the Reserves. He worked for DANA Corporation for 30 years, retiring in 1995. He was very active in the Stockbridge Community. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Stockbridge and the Stockbridge American Legion Mackinder-Glenn Post 510. John enjoyed the many friendships he made over the years playing golf, attending various sporting events, and morning coffee at McDonalds.

On April 18, 1964, he married Ella Louise (Howard) in Vandercook Lake, MI, and they enjoyed nearly 60 years of marriage. Surviving are his wife, Ella, two children, Tony (Lois) Love of Ann Arbor, and Tammy (Aileen Longfellow) Love of Reno, NV; two grandchildren, Elizabeth (Andrew) Blanchard, and Anna Love; a sister-in-law, Lena Howard of Stockbridge, and brother-in-law, Larry Howard of Richmond, VA.

A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, January 22, 2024, 11:00 a.m., at the First Presbyterian Church of Stockbridge, where the family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Burial will follow the service at Oaklawn Cemetery, Stockbridge.

Memorial contributions may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Stockbridge or Stockbridge Community Outreach. Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home.

Donald "DJ" J. Hart

Donald "DJ" J. Hart, age 59, passed away on January 16, 2024 at his home in Jackson, Michigan surrounded by his family.

Donald was born on July 16, 1964 in Howell, Michigan. DJ proudly served in the United States Marine Corps from 1984 to 1988. On July 23, 2016 he married Julie (Gill), and she survives.

DJ loved sports, especially University of Michigan sports. He followed Tom Brady wherever he went. He was very happy for the Detroit Lions this season and was ok rooting for them after Tom Brady retired. He was a very giving man and enjoyed paying it forward whenever he could. DJ was a very hard worker who enjoyed problem solving and was always available to help family and friends. Most of all he was a loving son, brother, husband, uncle, step-dad, and step-grandad.

In addition to his wife, Julie Hart, and his parents, Ray and Elida Hart, he is survived by his step-daughters, Chelsea (Codie) Serrato, Brooke Preciado; and Mateo Serrato, a step-grandson. Also surviving are his siblings, Dawn (Bob) Holbert, and Maria Hart; niece, Taylor; nephews, Haedyn Holbert, and Gavyne Holbert.

DJ was preceded in death by a sister, Kari Hart, in 2021, and his grandparents, Beatriz and Gregorio Pena.

DJ has been cremated and a private service and burial will take place at a later date.

Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge.