Linda G. Fletcher

Linda Grace Fletcher, age 66, of Ft. Wayne, IN, formerly of Stockbridge, MI, passed away on January 16, 2025 in Fort Wayne, IN.

Linda was born on September 29, 1958 in Jackson, MI, the daughter of William and Nila (Hoard) Whitehead. Linda spent most of her life in the Stockbridge area before relocating to Fort Wayne, IN.

She graduated from Stockbridge High School in 1976 and was a member of the Gregory Community Church. She enjoyed spending time outdoors, fishing and hunting. She also enjoyed cooking, knitting, and collecting bears. Above all, Linda’s greatest joy was her family. She treasured time spent with her grandchildren and loved ones.

Linda married Ralph L. Fletcher on October 28, 1989, and he survives. Also surviving are her mother, Nila Whitehead of Gregory; five children: Anna (Joshua) Klein of Stockbridge, Tira Lee Calhoun of Ft. Wayne, IN, Eric (Nicole) Buckner of Whitmore Lake, Stanley Buckner of Flint, and Stephen (Tricia) Buckner of Florida, and two sons-in-law, Jason Calhoun and Moses Walker; a sister, Angela (Thomas) Taylor of Gregory; 24 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, William Whitehead, and a brother, Marty Whitehead.

A Memorial Service will be held, time and date to be determined. Burial will take place at Plainfield Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge.

Linda Sue Carey

Linda Sue (Hatfield) Carey

Linda Sue Carey, age 75, of Gregory MI, passed away peacefully on January 20th, 2025, at home surrounded by her loving family.

Linda was born on December 6th , 1949, in Louisville, KY, the daughter of Robert Earl and Audrey Glenna (Williams) Hatfield.

Linda married the love of her life, Glendon Carey. Together they shared 56 years of marriage and raised two beautiful children. Surviving is one son Shane (Tracy) Carey of Gregory. Her role as a grandmother brought her immense pride and happiness, as she cherished her five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Also surviving is one sister, Doris Jean Hornback from KY.

Together Linda and Glen loved riding their Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Linda was always taking care of other people. She ran and owned an Adult Foster Care Home. She worked for United Cerebral Palsy and Oakland Livingston Human Services as a Guardian Program Director for many years. She will be remembered as taking care of anybody that needs anything and always having her door open.

Linda enjoyed drinking her coffee, listening to loud music, reading, sewing and was an amazing quilter.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Glendon Carey, and her daughter, Candy Young; her siblings, Freda Matheny, Ernest Ray Hatfield, and Joann Greer.

The family would like to thank all the wonderful people at Arbor Hospice, who made Linda’s last few months comfortable. Cremation has taken place, and a Celebration of Life will be planned in the future.

Those wishing to make a memorial contribution in Linda’s name may do so to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge.

Delores K. Buege

Delores Kay Buege, age 81, of Ann Arbor, MI, passed away on January 19, 2025 with her loving family at her side in Ann Arbor, MI.

Delores was born on January 20, 1943 in Stockbridge, MI, the daughter of Kenneth and Doris (Walz) Stanfield.

Delores graduated from Stockbridge High School in 1961 and received an associate's degree in business from Jackson Community College. She worked as an administrative assistant at Huron High School from 1984–2005. She had a genuine love for students, and she left a lasting impression on those who crossed her path. She found joy in her many friendships, both old and new. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She loved the simple things in life, and she enjoyed going shopping. Her grandchildren, Ryan and Olivia, brought her much joy.

Delores married the love of her life, Lynn J. Buege, on August 6, 1967, in Stockbridge, MI. Together, they shared nearly 43 years of marriage and raised two sons, David and Paul. Lynn preceded her in death on February 27, 2010.

Delores is survived by her sons, David Buege, and Paul (Sara) Buege; two grandchildren, Ryan and Olivia Buege; and two sisters, Beverly Basore and Barbara Malcho. In addition to her husband, Lynn, she was preceded in death by two brothers-in-law, Bob Basore and Wayne Malcho.

Visitation will be held on Friday, January 24, 2025 from 6-8 p.m. at Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, in Chelsea.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, January 25, 2025, 11:00 a.m., at Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home with Pastor Eric Stricklin officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery in Stockbridge, MI.

Memorial contributions in Delores honor may be made to Warm the Children, an organization that meant so much to Delores.

Rial E. Ashmore

Rial Edward Ashmore, born on January 10, 1937, in Pontiac, Michigan, passed away peacefully at his home in Chelsea, Michigan, on January 19, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Rial was the son of Richard Edward Ashmore and Dorotha Clare Smith, who preceded him in death. He graduated from Stockbridge High School in 1955, where he was active in sports and student council. His senior quote humorously declared, “If women interfere with my studying, I will quit studying.” Rial went on to earn a degree in general business from Jackson Junior College in 1957.

On June 22, 1958, Rial married the love of his life, Barbara Ruth Shew, in Munith, Michigan. Together they shared 66 years of marriage and built a loving family.

Rial is survived by their three daughters: Kathy (Paul) Salow, Karen (Scott) Allen, and Kristy (Steve) Fetyko; six grandchildren: Rebecca (Tom) Waybrant, Angie Salow (Cameron Evans), Sara (Dylan) Adams, Adam (Cassidy) Salow, Katie Smith, and Jacob Fetyko; two great-grandchildren: Cameron and Adaline Adams; his sister, Marilyn (Dave) Funk; brother, James (Carol Lynn) Ashmore; and several nieces and nephews.

Rial dedicated over 40 years to D&C Stores as Vice President and Director of Merchandise, and served for 20 years on the Board of Directors at Farmer’s State Bank, including serving as Chairman of the Board.

A proud member of the Army National Guard, Rial also gave back to his community through the Jaycees, Lions Club, Stockbridge Methodist Church, and Stockbridge City Council. He also served on the Stockbridge Fire Department for many years. He was a spirited announcer for Stockbridge Panther football for many years….much to his teenage daughters’ dismay!

In retirement, Rial and Barb enjoyed winters in Florida after years of traveling to Arizona. He loved golf, walking up to 10,000 steps daily before his illness, cheering on Michigan sports teams, playing cards and Dominoes, and attending his children’s and grandchildren’s events.

Rial was an amazing husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, great-grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and friend, and he will be greatly missed. May his memory bring comfort to all who knew him.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Revel Run (formerly Reddeman Farms), 555 Dancer Road, Chelsea, MI, 48118 on Saturday, February 8, 2025, from 1-4 p.m. A luncheon will be served.

Those wishing to make a memorial contribution in Rial’s honor may do so to the Chelsea Retirement Community or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea.

Carrie A. Dunlap

Carrie Ann Dunlap, of Chelsea, MI, age 99, passed away on January 19, 2025 in Chelsea, MI.

Carrie was born on December 21, 1925 in Grass Lake Twp, MI, the daughter of Albert and Gladys Mae (Sluyter) Notten.

She had lived in the Chelsea area all of her life. She worked for over 30 years at Chelsea Community Hospital in the food service department, retiring in 1983. She was a former member of the Rebekah Lodge and the Covenant Church in Chelsea.

Carrie is survived by a sister, Evelyn Presnell, sister-in-law, Delores Notten, many nieces and nephews, and her good friend, Cheryl Holliway. She was preceded in death by a brother, Albert "Jr." Notten, and two sisters, Marjorie York and Marie Bryant.

A funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home in Chelsea, where the family will receive friends from 10-11 a.m. Burial will take place at Maple Grove Cemetery in Sylvan Center.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Covenant Church in Chelsea or the Humane Society of Huron Valley.

Lawrence "Larry" Boyd Lindemer Jr.

Lawrence “Larry” Boyd Lindemer Jr., of Rockford, MI, passed away peacefully under the care of hospice on January 16, 2025.

Larry was born to Rebecca (Gale) and Lawrence Lindemer on November 10, 1941 in Stockbridge, Michigan. He grew up in Stockbridge where he met and married his high school sweetheart, Louise (Porter) Lindemer. She later became his wife of 61 years.

Larry attended Kenyon College then enlisted in the Army where he served in Vietnam. Larry and Louise made their home in Jackson after his service and welcomed their children, Larry III and Caroline, there.

Larry worked for GoodYear for 14 years, then for the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department from which he retired. In 2019 they moved to Rockford and lived out their lives at StoryPoint Senior Living.

Larry’s hobbies and interests were many, and he became a master at most. He enjoyed woodworking, crafting Colonial-style replica furniture, and carving life-size carousel horses for his grandchildren. He loved drawing/painting in many mediums like watercolor, pastels, and pen. He created pieces in ink that were featured in historical publications for Spring Arbor Township. Larry enjoyed coin collecting, researching and collecting early American antiques, cycling, fishing, attending local theatre productions, gardening, cooking, bird-watching, and word and math puzzles. He read hundreds of history, spy, and mystery novels. He was a member of the Jackson Civic Art Association for many years as well as the First Presbyterian Church in Jackson for over 40 years.

Larry will be most remembered for his sense of humor, generosity, and love for his family. Larry loved to laugh, but loved to make others laugh even more. He was a devoted husband and father: compassionate and selfless. He was the best “Boompa”- fun, loving, caring and fun again! You can’t have a memory of him and not smile.

Larry was preceded in death by his parents; infant sister, Caroline; wife, Louise; and niece, Anna Lindemer. He is survived by his children, Larry (Pam) Lindemer of Rockford; Caroline (Greg) Pond of Saugatuck; five grandchildren, Hayley Walker, Jake Lindemer, Annie Pond, Catherine Pond, Rebecca Pond; three great-grandchildren, Silas Walker, Blair Walker, Neva Lindemer; brother, David (Sue) Lindemer of Venice, Florida; sister-in-law, Mary Porter of Battle Creek, three nieces and numerous cousins.

A private memorial service will be held at Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home in Stockbridge.

Clara Jean Wireman

Clara Jean Wireman, of Leslie, MI, age 79, passed away on January 14, 2025 at her home in Bunkerhill Twp.

Clara was born on June 13, 1945 in Jackson, MI, the daughter of Delza and Hattie (Hensley) Craft. She had lived in the area her entire life. She married Narbutas "Boots" Wireman on February 26, 1966, and he preceded her in death on June 2, 2015.

Clara loved spending time outside, often spending her days tending to her garden and doing yardwork. She enjoyed cooking and took pride in canning the vegetables from her garden. Her happiest moments were spent surrounded by her loved ones, especially her grandchildren, who were a great source of pride and joy.

She is survived by two children, James Wireman of Leslie, and Ruth Pannell of Jackson, three grandchildren: Shelby Lynn Ireland, Duane Yerks, and Angela Milliken, and six great-grandchildren: Lily Ann and Lexi Rose Flynn, Wyatt Edward Joseph Yerks, Ellie Rose Rivera, Declan James Narbutus Ireland, and Cade William Ireland. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, and her siblings: Calvin Craft, Alvin Craft, Etta Mullins, and Aileen Bradley.

A private family gathering will be held at a later date to celebrate Clara’s life.

Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home.

Edwin John Coy

It is with great sadness that the family of Edwin John Coy announces his passing on Sunday, January 12, 2025, just a few days shy of his 87th birthday.

Ed will be fondly remembered as community leader and a veteran, having served in the Air Force and Air National Guard Reserves. He was deeply engaged in civic and community service having served as past President of the Dexter Downtown Development Authority (DDA), Kiwanis Club of Dexter, Forest Lawn Cemetery Board in Dexter, and past Lima Township Supervisor for seven years. Ed Coy graduated from Dexter High School in 1956 where he played football, basketball, and attended Boys State. He spent two years at Michigan State University and got his associate degree in Farming/Agriculture and then in 1983 completed his Realtor Broker License from University of Michigan.

Ed wore many hats. He was a farmer, and in 1957 he was selected as Gold Award Recipient and Young Farmer of the Year in Michigan. He was also a private pilot, realtor and assessor, township supervisor, and lobbyist for Lima Township in Lansing. Ed’s hobbies included gardening, puzzles, spending time with family, and building and flying model airplanes.

He traveled to many countries, from Germany to visit extended family to his most recent trip to the Hawaiian and Polynesian Islands a year ago. He and his wife, Fran (Visel), the love of his life, enjoyed nearly 65 years of marriage. Ed is survived by not only his wife, Fran, but his children: John Coy and Annette (Taphouse), Todd Coy and Molly (Luempert), Vern Lewis and Lorraine (Spiegelberg), and Tina and German Pardales.

Ed loved spending time with his grandchildren and sharing many wonderful life stories. Ed is survived by Anthony and Angie Nelson, Jack and Varunya Coy, Wesley Coy, Elise Coy, Amanda Coy, Blake Coy, Jennifer Williams, Heather Lewis, Andy Lewis and Kristen, and Marc Pardales.

Ed is survived by a number of great-grandchildren as well that he loved to visit with: Evelyn (Eddy) Nelson, Claire Nelson; Dakota Williams, Kayla Lewis, Declan Lewis, Oliva Lewis, and Kesan Lewis.

The son of Merl and LaVern Coy, Ed is preceded in death by siblings: Carolyn Ann Coy, Audrey (Barrows) Coy, Joan (Gustafson) Coy, and Dean Coy.

Visitation will occur on Thursday, January 23, 2025 from 5-7 p.m. and on Friday, January 24, 2025 from 10-11 a.m. at the Huron River Methodist Church, 7643 Huron River Dr., Dexter, MI 48130.

A Celebration of Life/Funeral and Luncheon will take place on Friday, January 24, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at the Huron River Methodist Church. Interment will take place at Forest Lawn Cemetery at a later date.

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Flowers or donations made in Ed Coy’s honor may be sent to the Huron River Methodist Church.

We will cherish the memories of Ed Coy. His humor, smile, laughter, and wonderful stories in our hearts forever. May he rest in peace.

Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea.

Ginger L. Craig

Ginger L. Craig, age 62, of Pittsford, MI, passed away on January 10, 2025, in Hillsdale, MI. She was born on August 22, 1962, in Jackson, MI, the daughter of Hargus and Patty (Smith) May.

Ginger had a big heart, always helping others. She loved making a big meal and enjoyed inviting others into her home. Ginger made everyone feel like family and was known as the neighborhood mom. She enjoyed the simple things in life, like her coffee and cigarettes, and country music. Most of all, she loved her family and spending time with her grandchildren.

She is survived by four children, Christopher May, Terry (Aubrey) Craig, Angela Craig, and Justin (Jennifer) Craig; ten grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; her siblings, Randy May and Robin Wood. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Etta Sizemore, granddaughter, Britney Sizemore, and three brothers, Douglas May, Jerry May, and Ronald May.

Visitation will be at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home on Thursday, January 16, 2025 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.

A private burial will be held at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Munith.

Donna Anderson Palmer

Donna B. Anderson Palmer, of Chelsea, MI, age 90, passed away on December 15, 2024.

She was born on May 4, 1934 in Manistee, MI, the daughter of John L. and Ada (Holmes) Anderson. She graduated from Manistee High School in 1951. She attended the University of Michigan's first four-year nursing program, graduating with her BSN in 1956.

Donna met George L. Palmer in 1956, and they married on her birthday, May 4, 1957 in Manistee, MI. She worked alongside her husband and they owned and operated Palmer Motor Sales, Michigan's oldest Ford dealership, until their retirement in 1997. They traveled the world, but their favorite place was Frederiksted, St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands. They spent 40 winters there. In 2014, Donna moved to the Chelsea Retirement Community, where she resided until her passing.

Faith, family, and music were core parts of Donna’s life. She was an active member of the Chelsea First United Methodist Church for many years, where she was very active in the music program. She sang in the Chancel choir, and she accompanied the choirs, played the organ, and directed handbell and singing choirs. She also played piano in the pit of several musical productions at Chelsea High School and directed a select men’s quartet. She loved playing the organ and the piano. Music lit up her life. She recently played her favorite hymn, "Children of the Heavenly Father."

She is survived by two daughters, Suzie Palmer Weber of Chelsea, MI, and Carol Palmer of Denver, CO; two grandsons, John Weber and Matt Weber; and foreign exchange-daughter, Tiina and family in Helsinki, Finland ; a sister-in-law, Mary Palmer Becker, and many nieces and nephews. Donna was preceded in death by husband, George; son-in-law, Biff Weber; her parents, three siblings, an infant son, and several nieces and nephews.

A Graveside Service will be held on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, 1:00 p.m., at Oak Grove East Cemetery in Chelsea.

Visitation will be held at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home on Friday, January 17, 2025 from 2-8 p.m.

A Memorial Service will be held at the Chelsea First United Methodist Church on Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. The family will receive friends at the church on Saturday from 10-11 a.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to the George L. Palmer Scholarship Fund. Checks should be made to Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, 333 W. Fort St., Suite 2010, Detroit, MI 48226. Put in memo line: Palmer Scholarship.

Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea.