Carol M. Caroen

Carol M. Caroen, age 78, of Stockbridge, Michigan, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2025, at Faith Haven Care Centre in Jackson, MI, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on March 16, 1947, Carol spent the last 27 years building a beautiful life in Stockbridge after relocating from Lansing. A talented and dedicated hairdresser, she was self-employed for many years, bringing joy and confidence to others through her work.

Carol was a devoted member of Sts. Cornelius and Cyprian Catholic Church in Bunker Hill. Her greatest joy came from spending time with her family — especially in the kitchen, where she created cherished memories baking with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She found peace and happiness traveling with her beloved husband, Jack, to their cabin in Grand Marais, a place that brought her closer to nature and the simple joys of life.

Those who knew Carol will remember her as a generous, loving soul who never hesitated to lend a helping hand. She led with kindness and compassion, always the first to volunteer when someone was in need.

On June 13, 1998, Carol married the love of her life, John C. “Jack” Caroen, who survives her. She is also lovingly remembered by her children, Scott (Kimberly) Witgen of Mesa, AZ, Melissa (John) Hruska of Lowell, MI, and Terry (Noelle) Witgen of Rockford, MI; her stepchildren, Tina (Bruce) Brookhouse of Williamston, Rebecca Caroen-Smith of Stockbridge, and Christopher (Tracy) Caroen of Pleasant Lake; nine adored grandchildren; eight precious great-grandchildren; and her sister, Alice Piggot of Lansing.

She was welcomed into eternal life by her parents, James and Patricia Kavanagh and her brothers, Joseph and Donald Kavanagh.

A celebration of Carol’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home in Stockbridge, with burial to follow at Sts. Cornelius and Cyprian Catholic Cemetery in Leslie, MI. Family and friends are invited to gather at the funeral home beginning at 10:00 a.m. to share memories and honor her life.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Stockbridge Area Emergency Services Authority (SAESA), in gratitude for their dedicated care and service.

Carol’s light, love, and laughter will be deeply missed but forever remembered in the hearts of all who knew her.

Charles D. "Charlie" Cabana

Charles D. Cabana, age 80, of Stockbridge, MI, formerly of Dexter and Pinckney, MI, passed away on October 17, 2025. He was born on January 22, 1945, in Ypsilanti, MI, the son of Charles and Blanche (Johnson) Cabana.

Charlie proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps during Vietnam. On September 14, 1973, he married Debra A. Thompson, and together they made their home and raised their family in Pinckney, MI.

Charlie owned and operated Mark Chevrolet in Wayne, MI, where he worked alongside his sons. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed bass fishing and hunting trophy bucks. He especially enjoyed time spent on the lake with his wife and regularly attended his grandchildren’s sporting events.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Debra; three sons, Casey (Suzanne) Cabana of Dexter, Michael (Holly) Cabana of Dexter, and Christopher (Andrea) Cabana of Grass Lake; eight grandchildren: Gracie (Jonathan), Benjamin (Morgan), Kylie, Abrie, Cole, Joseph, Kendall, and Andrew; a sister, Rose Marie Bush; and a brother, William Cabana. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Nancy Cabana.

Visitation will be held at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea, on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, from 5–7 p.m., and on Wednesday from 10–11 a.m.

Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at 11:00 a.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to Ted Nugent Kamp for Kids.

Jane C. Ellison

Jane Caroline Ellison, age 94, of Chelsea, Michigan, passed away peacefully at her home on October 15, 2025.

She was born on September 21, 1931, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the daughter of Carl and Ida (Smith) Spiess.

Jane married Herbert C. Ellison on October 8, 1949, and they lived in Ann Arbor, MI for many years where they raised their family. They retired to Tower, Minnesota and spent their winters in Zapata, Texas, eventually moving to Texas permanently. Herbert preceded her in death in 1998. Jane returned to Michigan to be closer to family, making her home in Chelsea for the past 12 years.

Jane was an active member of the First United Methodist Church of Chelsea and the Chelsea Senior Center, where she formed many lasting friendships. She had a love for travel, exploring Michigan and much of the United States, and enjoyed reading, going out to dinner, and working with stained glass — creating gifts for her family and friends. She was also an avid University of Michigan football fan.

Jane is survived by a son, Keith Ellison of Chelsea, and a daughter-in-law, Polly Ellison; four grandchildren: Aimee (Ken) Lilley of Virginia, Jenny (Derik) Bollinger of Chelsea, Brian (Alisha) Ellison of Chelsea, and Jimmy (Megan) Ellison of Grass Lake; and nine great-grandchildren: Marissa, Andrew, Vincent, Jacob, Brendon, Delaney, Cora, Hudson, and Ainsley.

In addition to her husband, Herbert, she was preceded in death by a son, Michael J. Ellison, and a daughter, Patricia Baum.

A private service will be held at a later date. She will be laid to rest next to her husband at Washtenong Memorial Park.

Memorial contributions may be made in Jane’s honor to the Chelsea Senior Center.

Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea.

Harold A. "Hal" Losey

Harold Allen "Hal" Losey, age 77, of Dexter, MI, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on October 12, 2025 at his home in Lima Twp, MI.

Harold was born on July 6, 1948 in Ypsilanti, MI, the son of Richard and Donna (Price) Losey. He served in the US Army from 1968-70, and then was transferred to the Reserves being discharged in 1974.

On September 30, 1968, he married Teresa A. "Terry" Jedele, and they were married for nearly 48 years before she passed away in 2016. Hal worked as a lineman for Michigan Bell, retiring after 27 years of service. He was an extraordinarily patriotic man with a witty sense of humor until the very end. He loved music and had the talent to play almost anything he picked up. His favorites were piano and guitar, and he even performed on a stage in Nashville, when his daughter challenged him. He was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, although we definitely knew it would rain when he went, but that didn’t stop him. He was a talented woodworker and could usually be found doing some sort of wood working or whittling something out of one piece of wood. He was an all around handyman and could fix most anything. He loved traveling and spending time with his family and especially his grandkids, and he was the only man we knew who still used a paper map to plan his travels. He was active in the Chelsea Senior Center and the Vietnam Veterans of America.

Hal is survived by two children, Shannon (Dave) Agar of Pinckney, and Shawn (Mike) Kennedy of Texas; his step son, Andy Steiskal; his step daughter, Megan (Jeremy) Powell-Float; four grandchildren: Spencer, Samantha, Izabel, and Mackenzie; six step grandchildren, Emerson, Hudson, Shelby, Greyson, Camryn, and Colton; and his siblings, Kris Losey, Paul (Karen) Losey, Eric Losey, and Gary (Mary) Losey. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his first wife, Teresa “Terry”, and his second wife, Margaret “Mokie”.

Visitation will be held at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.

A Memorial Service will be held at Shalom Lutheran Church, 1740 M-36, Pinckney, on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 10:00 a.m., with Pastor Dan Quagliata officiating. Burial will follow at Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly, MI.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to Freedom River in memory of Hal Losey.

Vickie L. Rudd

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Vickie Rudd of Chelsea, MI. Vickie passed away peacefully at Chelsea Hospital on October 11, 2025 with her husband by her side.

VIckie is survived by her loving husband, Robert “Bob” Rudd; a son, Scott (Maribeth) Zeller; grandchildren, Zack, Rory, and Breanna; and great-grandchildren, Kaeley and Carter. She is also survived by her brother, Don; and her sisters, Judy (John), Connie (Stan); step-siblings, David and Pam; and many nieces and nephews. Her son, Lance, preceded her in death.

Vickie retired from the Chelsea Post Office in 2013. She loved her co-workers and customers. She will be dearly missed. Donations in her name may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Humane Society of Huron Valley.

A private service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea.

Jeffrey K. Emmert

Jeffrey Keiller Emmert, age 76, of Chelsea, MI, passed away on October 12, 2025.

Jeff was born on August 24, 1949 in North Syracuse, NY, the son of Willard and Elizabeth (Smith) Emmert. After graduating from North Syracuse High School, he moved to Michigan to attend Hillsdale College, graduating in 1971 with a degree in chemistry. Shortly thereafter, he began working for Chrysler Proving Grounds, where he worked for 34 years, retiring in 2005 as Supervisor of Vehicle Development and Synthesis.

He married Lois A. (Hepburn) on February 15, 1975 in Chelsea, MI, and they enjoyed 50 years of marriage. Jeff enjoyed lake life and spending time with family. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his grandkids and attending their many school and sporting events. He was a legend for his Lionel train set.

Jeff was an avid University of Michigan fan. He also enjoyed golfing and was a member of Inverness Country Club for many years, where he also served as a board member and earned honorary member status. He was quick with a joke and loved telling stories. He also enjoyed playing the trumpet.

Jeff is survived by his wife, Lois; one son, Steve (Angi) Emmert of Howell; six grandchildren: Tyler Emmert (Kinsey) of Gregory, Jessica Emmert (Garrett Steele) of Grass Lake, Brandon Emmert of Bonita Springs, FL, Courtney Emmert (Braylon) of Kalamazoo, Grahm DeSantis, and Abram DeSantis; a brother, Eric (Debra) Emmert of Cicero, NY; sisters-in-law, Carol Boyd of Sugarland, Texas, and Kathy Hepburn of Mason, MI; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home on Monday, October 20, 2025, from 3-6 p.m., and on Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. A Memorial Service will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 11:00 a.m.

The family encourages all to wear golf attire for the visitation and funeral.

Memorial contributions may be made to Inverness Country Club or UMRC-Porter Hills Foundation, Benevolent Care Fund.

Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea.

Lorna B. Eberts

Lorna B. Eberts, age 88, of Chelsea, MI, passed away on October 11, 2025 at her home with her family at her side.

Lorna was born on August 2, 1937, the daughter of Holton and Mildred (Noah) Knisely in Dexter Twp, MI, at the home on North Territorial Road where her mother and grandmother were born. She had lived in the area her entire life. Lorna attended the North Lake Country School from K-8, and then graduated from Dexter High School in 1955. In 1956, she married her high school sweetheart, Harold James “Jim” Eberts.

She was also a life-long and active member of the North Lake United Methodist Church, where she enjoyed working the annual rummage sales, and attending the women’s church teas. She was a member of the Women's Methodist Group as well as the Historical Society. She also enjoyed golfing with her husband, Jim, and was a member of the Women’s League at Inverness Country Club, where she made many lasting friendships. Lorna and Jim wintered in Florida for many years, sailing the intercoastal, eating shrimp, and looking for the enigmatic “green flash” at sunset.

Lorna is survived by her daughter, Dawn (Tim) Cook, son, Dwight (Luciana) Eberts, and daughter-in-law, Robin Eberts-Noel; grandchildren: Daniel Eberts, Andrew Cook, Stuart Cook, James Taylor Eberts, Sophia Eberts, and Ava Lu Eberts; sister, Beth (Michael) Folts, brother, Eric (Beth Ann) Knisely; and brother-in-law, Ron (Kim) Eberts; as well as many special nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold James Eberts, in 2020; son, Dean James Eberts in 2009; and a brother, David Knisely in 2021.

Visitation will be held at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home on Thursday, October 16, 2025, from 5-7 p.m., and on Friday from 10-11 a.m.

A Memorial Service will be held at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home on Friday, October 17, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., with Pastor Trisha Farrell officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to the North Lake United Methodist Church.

Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea.

Matt R. Tobin

Matt Tobin, age 66, of Cartersville, GA, passed away on September 12, 2025 at Piedmont Medical Center in Cartersville, GA. He was born in Ann Arbor, MI on July 4, 1959, the son of Martin and Janette (Otte) Tobin.

Matt grew up in Chelsea and graduated from Chelsea High School in 1977. After moving to Florida in the early 80’s, he began a long career in the construction industry. He enjoyed woodworking and helping friends with building projects. After moving to Georgia, he did numerous volunteer projects for the Anna Crawford Children’s Center. His proudest accomplishment was building an entire village Main Street for their annual holiday display. He also helped design and build a holiday float for the Marine’s Toys for Tots campaign. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing cards and shooting darts with his friends at Tom’s Place, their favorite hangout. Matt was a simple man with a very kind heart.

Matt is survived by his mother, Janette Tobin of Ludington, MI, and his brother, Mike Tobin of Spokane, Washington. He was preceded in death by his father, Martin Tobin, and his brother, Chris Tobin. He was laid to rest at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Oct. 17, 2025 from 3-5 p.m. at The Rumpus Room (adjacent to Jet’s Pizza on N. Main Street).

Memorial contributions may be made to Faith in Action, Chelsea, or a local animal shelter of your choice.

Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home.

Randal Fink Robinson

Randal Robinson, on the morning of February 16, 2017, arose from his bed, took out the garbage, cleaned the litter box, and wrote his own obituary. That follows here:

RANDAL FINK ROBINSON was, above all else, a father, husband, grandfather, teacher, and cat buddy who found joy in giving all he had to give. He grew up in small towns in western Kentucky—Milburn, Cunningham, Clinton, Lone Oak—son to an all-grades school principal and a teacher of bookkeeping, grandson to a dentist, a teacher of Normal School women, a horse-trader, and a housewife who gave birth to thirteen children.

In high school, he was an all-region basketball player, debater, actor, member of the a cappella choir, runner of the 880 and the mile relay, Eagle Scout who wrote on the national jamboree for the Paducah Sun (Democrat), and a good student. His B.A. he had from Washington and Lee University and his Ph.D. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

As a member of the Michigan State University Department of English for thirty-nine years and the occasional team-teacher in the Department of Theater, he taught literature, drama, theater, and writing, mentored more than a hundred graduate students in their apprenticeships as teachers, and provided workshops in the reading of Shakespeare’s language for sophomores at East Lansing High School, Sexton High, Dansville High School, and Maple Valley Junior-Senior High. Out of his work in the schools came his Unlocking Shakespeare’s Language: Help for the Teacher and Student, published by the National Council of Teachers of English.

As an actor, he performed in various productions at Michigan State, the BoarsHead in Lansing, and the Okemos Barn Theater. Also, as an actor, he helped a group of theater majors just graduated from MSU establish a new theater company—justly named the Somnambulist Project—in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. For the importance and variety of his contributions, he received teaching awards from his own college (Arts and Letters), the State of Michigan, and the Amoco Foundation. In retirement, he enjoyed his children, grandchildren, and wonderful wife, Carole, cut firewood, played golf, and smiled for his place as audience to the young: their births and birthdays, their adventures, their studies, their games, their struggles, their achievements, their all-elating joys. As he looked toward the end, Randal Robinson called himself a fortunate man.

Randal died on Monday, October 6, 2025. He is survived by his wife, Carole Laxton Robinson; his sons, William (Deborah) and John Gore, adopted daughter, Marianne Johnson; and grandchildren, John, Ellie, Jake, and Anna. He is survived by his stepchildren, Brett (Heather) Chapman, Cristi (Chris) Chapman, Cari (Aaron) Belbeck; and stepgrandchildren, Caleb, Micah, Joshua, Joel, Keagan, and Marleigh.

A Celebration of Life will be held later. In lieu of flowers,  please perform an act of kindness when someone least expects it.

Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge.

Michael G. Laraway Sr.

Michael Gene Laraway Sr., age 71, of Munith, MI, passed away on October 5, 2025, surrounded by family at his home in Waterloo Twp., MI.

Michael was born on February 20, 1954 in Ann Arbor, MI, the son of William and Delores (Martin) Laraway. He was raised by his grandmother, Ida May Laraway, and had lived in the area most of his life. For many years, he worked in maintenance, and he retired from the City of Ann Arbor. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting and fishing. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and was a great story teller.

He is survived by his children: Melissa (Chris) Stacy of Munith, Luis Laraway of Tecumseh, David Laraway of Muskegon, Cyndi Laraway of Flint, and Makenna Laraway of Jackson; six grandchildren: Arizona, Joshua (Bailey), Emmalee, Shaian, Raven, and Wyatt; and six great-grandchildren; two half-siblings: Pete Bedolla of Florida and Lori Stoll of Ypsilanti; as well as extended family Ric (Joann) Brooks. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Laraway and Delores (Martin) Bedolla; two sons, Michael Laraway Jr. and David Laraway, two brothers, Kenneth "Tuna" Laraway and James Laraway; and a granddaughter, Morgan.

Visitation will be held at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 from 5-7 p.m., as well as on Thursday from 10-11 a.m. A funeral service will be held at the Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home on Thursday, October 9, 2025, 11:00 a.m., with Kobe Roberts officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Stockbridge Area Emergency Services Authority (SAESA).