Obituaries

Marion passed away peacefully Saturday evening March 19, 2011 at Close to Home Assisted Living at the age of 93.  Daughter of the late Arnold & Lena (Hofstetter) Schoenenberger, she was born April 6, 1917 in Bellevue, Michigan.  She married Russell Clingaman June 12, 1937 in St. Boniface Church, he survives her.  Marion graduated from Central High School in 1935.  She was a member of St. Vincent DePaul Church, Altar Society, the League of Catholic Women and Men, the K of C Ladies Auxiliary #414 and Sadie Toeppner Garden Club.  Marion was a waitress for many years and enjoyed having her own garage sales, craft shows, knitting, sewing and crocheting.

Surviving besides her husband Russell she leaves three children; Jim (Vikki) Clingaman, of Richwood, TX., Carol (Tom) Rau, of Port Charlotte, FL., Barb Krzywosinski, of Kawkawlin, a daughter in-law; Dorothy “Peachie” Clingaman, of Essexville, eleven grandchildren; Roy Jr. (Lori) Krzywosinski, Deborah Pyscher, Cindy (Dave) Ferrio, Dan (Shanna) Krzywosinski, Gail Marinari, Mark (Kathy) Rau, Willis (Nathalie) Clingaman, Rodney (Ashley) Clingaman, Connie (Mark) Herek, William Jr. (Joan) Clingaman, Bristan Clingaman and eighteen great- grandchildren.  She was predeceased by two sons; Thomas & William Sr. Clingaman, a son in-law; Roy Krzywosinski Sr., two grandsons; Trent Clingaman, Dustin Lackey and a great-grandson; Christopher Clingaman.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday March 23, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. from St. Vincent DePaul Church.  Fr. Robert J. Meissner will officiate with burial in St. Patrick Cemetery.  Friends may call at the Squires Funeral Home on Tuesday from 2 – 8 p.m. and at the church on Wednesday after 9:00 a.m.  Members of the Altar Society will have a prayer service at 3:00 p.m. Tuesday and a service by the K of C Ladies Auxiliary #414 at 6:45 p.m. followed by parish vigil service for Marion at 7:00p.m.   Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider St. Vincent DePaul Church or K of C Council #414.

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Bay City, Michigan

Clara Rose Len passed away Friday March 18, 2011 at the Bay Medical Care Facility age 94 years.  Daughter of the late Stephen & Constance (Kukla) Jezewski, she was born August 2, 1916 in Kawkawlin, Michigan.  She married Walter Len November 18, 1939.  He predeceased her October 9, 1947.  Clara lost “the love” of her life at a very young age.  As a 32 year old widow, she raised 4 children at a time when there were very little social supports.  She often spoke with great love and gratitude of the help she received from her mother and extended family.  Clara worked at the Yankee Store for 10 years and the Bay City Times before retiring in 1989 at the age of 75.  While working at the Yankee Store, Clara was instrumental in negotiating Union Contracts.  She was an advocate for worker’s rights as well as a role model for working mothers.  Clara was a member of St. Hyacinth Church, Rosary Society, Altar Society and the Felician Sister’s Auxiliary.  Clara was most proud of raising her children to value education as well as watching her grandchildren persue their education.   She was an avid gardener, enjoyed dancing, playing cards and loved animals.  She would often rescue homeless kittens and puppies.

Surviving are four children; Walter (Beth) Len, Norbert (Janis McMasters) Len, Marsha Len, Robert (Fal) Len, seven grandchildren; Cindy (Rob) Krueger, Steven Len, Christopher (Jen) Len, Kara (Yael) Polanco, Robert Len, Joshua Oberschmidt, Greta Oberschmidt & her husband Thomas Horne, seven great-grandchildren: Emily, Abigail & Natalie Krueger, Arianna, Otis, Shelby and Olivia Len.  Also surviving are two sisters in-law; Margie and Gertrude Jezewski.  She was predeceased by five brothers and two sisters; Anthony, Thomas, John, Paul, Walter & Mary Jezewski and Anna Stachowiak.

Clara’s family is deeply grateful for the loving care she received at the Bay Medical Care Facility.  The staff of 2-West will always be remembered in our hearts and prayers.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday March 23, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. from St. Hyacinth Church.  Fr. Edward J. Konieczka will officiate with burial in St. Stanislaus Cemetery.  Friends may call at the Ambrose Funeral Home on Tuesday from 3 – 8 p.m. and at the church on Wednesday after 9:00 a.m.  There will be a parish rosary for Clara at 6:00 p.m. Wednesday.  Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider St. Hyacinth Church.

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Bay City, Michigan

     Our loving and gregarious wife, mother and grandmother passed away peacefully Wednesday, March 16, 2011 at home, 63 years young.  Cheryl was born May 12, 1947 in Bay City to the late Claude and Ida Isabelle (Stevig) Ancel.  She married Gary L. Cadieux on December 2, 1967; he survives her. 

     She was devoted to her family, especially her beautiful granddaughter, Kaylee or as Cheryl called her, “Special K.”
     Surviving besides her husband Gary is a daughter, Colette Cadieux, one son, SSGT Jason Cadieux, granddaughter, Kaylee and two brothers: Roy (Claire) Ancel and Jay Ancel.

Cheryl was a real estate agent and properties manager for several years. In her past time, Cheryl loved to play Scrabble and compete in tournaments all across the United States. Cheryl AKA Stella started playing Scrabble in 1981. She was the creator of the online OSPD Scrabble List and the Stellar Report.

     Cheryl was definitely known for having an “oversized” personality. If she was at a tournament you knew it by her laugh booming across the room. Many of friends tried to keep a straight face while watching Cheryl introduce herself to an unsuspecting opponent and mention, “I am new at this game.”  Players would laugh and shake their heads when Cheryl would say to the room at large, “When is somebody going to teach me how to track?”

     Cheryl was a wonderful mother; laugh out loud funny, a very good sport, a terrific Scrabble player, and a great friend to so many.
A special thank you goes out to all of her dear friends in the Scrabble community for adding that extra special something to her life.

     Per Cheryl’s request, cremation has taken place and no services will be held.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society.

    “Mom, you will be missed dearly and we love you six thousand.”

Bay City, Michigan

 William J. Parkhurst II. passed away suddenly Tuesday March 15, 2011 at his home age 53 years.  He was born November 21, 1957 in Bay City.  Bill married the former Nancy  Martin August 18, 1988, she survives him.

 Surviving besides his wife Nancy he leaves five sons; Nicholas Andrew Parkhurst, Timothy Michael Parkhurst & his friend, Melanie Ferry, William John Arquette, Matthew Frank Albert Arquette & Stephanie., Michael John Arquette, three grandchildren; Zoie Lynn, Zachary and Ivy.  Also surviving is his mother; Anna Parkhurst, mother in-law; Irene Martin, one brother and a sister; Arthur H. and Barbara Parkhurst, two brothers in-law; James Herber, David Martin & cousins; John (Virginia) McIntyre.  He was predeceased by his father; William J. Parkhurst and a sister; Donna Herber.

 Memorial Service for Bill will take place Thursday March 24, 2011 at 3:00p.m. from the Squires Funeral Home.  Fr. Dale Orlik will officiate.  Friends may call at the Squires Funeral Home on Thursday from 12:30 p.m. until time of service.  Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider family wishes.

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Bay City, Michigan

George J. Anthony passed away peacefully at his home on Friday March 11, 2011 at the age of 86.  Son of the late Ferris & Agnes (Jahjah) Anthony he was born May 15, 1924 in Bay City.  He married the former Frances R. Lamkin November 8, 1947 in St. James Church and have celebrated over 63 years of marriage she survives him.  George was in the U.S. Army during WWII and served in New Guinea, Bismarch Archipelago and Southern Philippines.  He retired from DeShano Home Building.  George was a member of Visitation Church and was an usher for over 63 years.  He was a member of the League of Catholic Women and Men, Past Commander of the D.A.V. Chapter #9, member of the V.F.W. Post # 6950, American Legion Post # 18, P.L.A.V. Post # 162, AMVETS #22 and the National Order of Trench Rats.  George was the 1^st recipient of the Veteran of the Year Award; he volunteered at the V.A. Hospital in Saginaw for over 27 years, was an officer of the Veteran’s Council of Bay County and was very proud to serve on the Honor Guard for the Bay County Veteran’s Council for funerals where he folded many flags.  George also, helped organize and run the Tuesday night bingo at the DAV Chapter #9 for over 20 years.

Surviving besides his wife Frances, he leaves a daughter: Margaret Anthony of Grand Blanc, seven grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren and one great-great grandson.  Also surviving is a daughter in-law; Virginia Anthony of Lapeer, two sisters: Virginia (Bill) King, Sr. Margaret Marie, S.C., a sister in-law; Theresa Anthony and many nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by two sons and a daughter in-law; Thomas (Judy) Anthony, Joseph Anthony, five brothers and two sisters; Tony (Helen), Webster (Bernice), Joseph (Albina), Raymond (Ethel), Virgil, Victoria and Frieda Anthony.

The Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday March 14, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at Visitation Church.  Concelebrating will be Fr. Steve J. Fillion and Fr. George Serour and interment will follow in St. Patrick Cemetery, under the auspices of the Bay County Veteran’s Council.  Friends may call at the Squires Funeral Home on Sunday from 2 to 8 p.m. and at the church on Monday after 9:00 a.m.  Members of the DAV Chapter #9 will have a prayer service at 5:00pm, followed later by the P.L.A.V. and the VFW Post 6950 at 6:45 p.m. Sunday.  A Parish Vigil Service for George will also take place at 7:00 p.m.  In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider Visitation Church.

Bay City, Michigan

Mrs. Mika passed away Thursday, March 10, 2011 at Brian’s House age 89 years.  Daughter of the late Walter & Valeria (Wilinski) Cybart she was born September 12, 1921 in Bay City.  She married Joseph Mika June 20, 1942 in St. Stanislaus Kostka Church.  He predeceased her September 24, 1997.  Mary was a member of St. Stanislaus Kostka Church and the Rosary/Altar Sodality group # 26.

Surviving is a son and daughter in-law; Gary (Jean) Mika, four grandchildren; Michelle McQuillen & Matt Rogers, Michael (Karen) Mika, Jason (Brandy) Mika, Jill Mika & Rocky Menear, ten great-grandchildren; Alexandra, Rebecca, Ariana, Morgan, Tristan, Hunter, Collin, Landon, Kamryn, Amara, one great-great grandson; Noah and several nieces and nephews.  She was predeceased by two brothers and three sisters; Eugene, Edwin, Edwina & Martha Cybart and Edith Thayer.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday March 14, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. from St. Stanislaus Kostka Church.  Fr. Christian F. Tabares will officiate with burial in St. Stanislaus Cemetery.  Friends may call at the church only on Monday from 9:00 a.m. until time of mass.  Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider Brian’s House or family wishes.

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