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Ann Padmos - January 16, 2013
Ruth M. Huslebus - January 11, 2013
Fernando Alvarez - November 12, 2012
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Video of the magnificent Sea Turtles who, annually, come to our Islandia beach to lay their eggs and when ready to hatch, volunteers collect the eggs, and with many Islandia kids and grandkids, took part in the release of hundreds and hundred of wonderful Sea Turtle babies after they had matured several months. Residents would go down to the beach around 3:00 in the dark, with just a flashlight when all was still would watch these wonderful turtles lay their eggs then cover them with their massive flippers. This is a wonder each year.
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Join the Florida Shore and Beach Preservation Association (FSBPA)

"The FSBPA is a very different kind of state association - which is the source of our effectiveness" is the start of their brochure. This is a non-profit corporation that is vital to getting local beach projects off the ground. We need a lot of our Islandia families to join this organization to help give it influence on beach projects across the state and particularly on Hutchinson Island.

Take a few minutes to click on the link below and please give your consideration to joining this group.

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The Islandia I Resident Realtor

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Sheila C. Wolf


Sheila C. Wolf, 77, died April 23, 2011, at Martin Memorial Medical Center in Stuart. She was born in New Haven, Conn., and lived in Jensen Beach for 20 years, coming from Framingham, Mass. Before retirement, she was a teacher in Farmington, Conn., and a librarian in Simsbury, Conn. She received a teaching degree from Southern Connecticut State University.

She was of the Jewish faith. Survivors include her husband of 55 years, Bernard Wolf of Jensen Beach; sons, Scott Wolf of Westchester, Mass., Gregg Wolf of New York City and Dean Wolf of Woodland Hills, Calif.; sister, Temma Cohen of Seattle, Wash.; and brother, Edward Cohen of Palm Beach. She was preceded in death by her brother, Morty Cohen.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Parkinson Disease Association, South Florida Chapter, North Broward Medical Center, 201 E. Sample Road, Deerfield Beach, FL 33064; 800-825-2732.

Services: Arrangements are by Forest Hills Funeral Home Palm City Chapel. A guestbook may be signed at foresthillspalmcityflorida.com.

Published in the TC Palm on April 27, 2011

 

 

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Louis Monacelli



Date
07/04/1933 - 05/20/2011

Obituary Notice
MONACELLI, Louis, May 20, 2011 Age 77. Beloved husband of the late Maria (1990) for 32 cherished years. Loving and adored father of Ben (Char), Dave, Steve (Tamara), Mike (Tracy) and Nancy (Marc) VanSolkema. Proud and best Papa in the world of Melissa, Ashley, Derek, Nicolette, Samantha, Sydney, Zachary, and Isabella. Dear brother of Camillo (Fernanda), Teresina (Bruno), and Mario (Joanne). Visitation Monday 4-9pm and Tuesday 3-9pm with a 7pm scripture service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Rd). Funeral Wednesday instate 9am at St. Blase Catholic Church 12151 15 Mile Rd (Btw. Dodge Park and Schoenherr) until time of Mass 9:30am. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Louis' honor would be appreciated to the American Cancer Society. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guestbook" at www.WujekCalcaterra.com.

Visitations

Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons at 4 pm - 9 pm on Monday, May 23rd
Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons at 3 pm - 9 pm on Tuesday, May 24th
Scripture Service at 7 pm on Tuesday, May 24th


Services

Instate: St. Blase at 9 am on Wednesday, May 25th
Mass: St. Blase at 9:30 am on Wednesday, May 25th


Memorials

In Lieu of Flowers to:
American Cancer Society
20450 Civic Center Drive
Southfield, MI 48076


Cemetery

Resurrection Cemetery (MAP)
18201 Clinton River Road
Clinton Township , MI 48038


Church

St. Blase (MAP)
12151 15 Mile Rd.
Sterling Heights , MI 48312


Location

Sterling Heights Location
36900 Schoenherr, Sterling Heights (MAP)
(586) 826-8550

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Julia M. "Sheila" Mackenzie


On June 7, 2011, of Washington Twp. Age 78. Beloved wife of David "Joe" Mackenzie. Devoted mother of David and Michael Mackenzie, Mary Ellen Barboun and Brian, Kevin and Sean Mackenzie. Loving grandmother of Patrick, Christopher and Michael Barboun and Colleen, Kimberly, Kathleen, Brian, Liam, Sarah, Andrew, Corrinne and Daniel Mackenzie. Dear sister of Mary Keane and Beatrice Brown.

Shelia shared her life with the love of her life ‘Joe’ Mackenzie, and enjoyed the love of her family. Sheila loved her faith and Irish heritage. She enjoyed spending time with her 6 children and 12 grand children. Whether enjoying time on the beach with her sisters or visiting with her children, she loved to “sit a spell” and chat. Those fortunate to “Suidh sios” (Soo-ee shee-uss), loved to hear her tell a good story from the past or just share the news of the day. Sheila loved to help others, and enjoyed tending to her garden, which provided beauty to all who visited.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing Saturday June 11, 2011, 8:15 – 10:15 am at the EGIZI FUNERAL HOME, 119 Ganttown Rd., Washington Twp. Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 am at St. Charles Borromeo RC Church, Washington Twp. Interment Gloucester County Veteran's Memorial Cemetery, Williamstown.

"A Life Well Lived Is Worth Remembering."

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Tesone Gidio "Gene" Age 84, born on February 5, 1927, in Detroit, Michigan and passed away on August 9, 2011. Beloved husband of Margaret "Marge" Tesone for 61 years; Loving father of Bruce (Diane) Tesone, Lisa and Laura Tesone; Cherished grand-father of Mark Tesone, Hannah and Kaela Schnitzler, and and the late Aaron Davin Salo; Dear brother of Ann Chapman; Attended Denby High School and earned a bachelor's degree from Wayne State University.

He served in the US Navy in WWII and spent most of his career with Ford Motor Co. His retirement years were shared between Michigan and Florida. Arrangements entrusted to the Highland Chapel of the Elton Black & Son Funeral Home.

Condolences can be sent to the Tesone Family, 3453 Ormond Road, White Lake, Michigan 48383.

Click HERE for pictures of Geno's 80th birthday celebration at Islandia.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Frank Sanders

Frank Sanders, long time resident of Islandia I, passed away on September 24, 2011.

Frank Joseph Sanders, 87, of Jensen Beach, Florida, formerly of Westfield and Fort Lauderdale, died on September 14 after a long battle with Alzheimer's Disease.

Friends and family are invited to visit at Memorial Funeral Home, 155 South Ave., Fanwood, NJ on Friday, September 23 from 4-7 and from 10-11 am on Saturday, September 24. A memorial service will be held at 11 o'clock.

Born in Baltimore, MD, Frank grew up in Jersey City, NJ. He graduated from Snyder High School where he played football. He was a veteran of World War II serving as an aviation radioman in the Navy while stationed in the South Pacific. He graduated from Seton Hall University in South Orange in 1949 with a Bachelor of Science in accounting. Frank worked for many years at the United States Lines Shipping Company, Sea-Land and H&R Block. He was transferred to Florida in 1979 to become a regional manager for H&R Block where he worked until he retired in 1993. Frank was an avid tennis player and golfer. He enjoyed playing bridge, walking and swimming laps. During his retirement years, he worked as a starter at a local golf course in Florida.

He was the beloved father of Mariclaire Stotler, Bob, John, and Brian Sanders. He leaves behind seven grandchildren, Drew, Michael, Kevin, Jackie, Tim, Megan, and Lillie and two great grandchildren, Charlotte and Maddie. He will be missed by his son-in-law Andy Stotler and daughter-in-law, Lynn Sanders, and his two sisters Stella Mastandia and Louise Hudson.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Frank's memory may be sent to the Alzheimer's Association, 400 Morris Ave., Suite 251, Denville, NJ 07834. For additional information or to sign the guestbook, visit www.fanwoodmemorial.com.

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Carmela Pollak

1930-2011

 

Carmela P. Pollak

 

January 25, 1930 to November 25, 2011

 

Married to John T. Pollak on November 23, 1952, the couple shared 59 year.   Together they raised three children: John Jr., Christopher, and Peter.

 

Carmela and John split their time between New York and Florida.  Memorial Day would find them on Long Island and Columbus Day would mark their return to Islandia, their southern home for 30 years.

 

Family was everything to Carmela.  Her resume boasts the title of Executive Secretary for the City of New York and organizations such as Speedwell, but her true love and calling was Wife and Mother.  She was the eternal glue and bond of her family.

 

Passions. The art of Cooking.  For Carmela food preparation was truly and artistic endeavor. Visual presentation was given the same prominence as quality and taste.  Her personal recipes and preparations made their way into many condominiums in the Islandia complex and to many gathering in the social room.

 

Proverbs 31: 25-29 Describe Carmela best:  “She is a woman of strength and dignity, and has no fear of old age.  When she speaks, her words are wise, and kindness is the rule for everything she says.  She watches carefully all that goes on throughout her household, and is never lazy.  Her children stand and bless her; so does her husband.  He praises her with these words: “There are many fine women in the world, but you are the best of them all!”

 

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Bertha (Bert) Barber

1926 - 2011

Barber Bertha Lisabeth "Mimi" December 22, 2011 Age 85. Born on March 24, 1926 and raised in Marine City, MI. Beloved wife of the late William for 59 years. Loving mother of Barry (Maggie), Robert (Erin), and Bradley (Sara). Devoted grandmother of Michel, Ally, Mackenzie, Nick, Tom, Brittany, Brooke, Ava, Will and Brody. Preceded in death by her brother Hilaire Lisabeth, deceased September 28, 1944 in WWII.

Funeral Mass Tuesday 12/27/2011, 11:00 a.m. at Holy Cross Church, 610 Water St., Marine City. Vititation at Church begins 10:00 a.m.

In lieu of flowers family suggests memorial tributes to Old Newsboys' Goodfellow Fund of Detroit, P.O. Box 44444, Detroit, MI 48244-0444. A.J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home 248-549-0500.

View obituary and share memories at www.desmondfuneralhome.com

 

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Catherine (Cathy) G. (Denis) Brennan

April 17, 1935 - February 5, 2012

 

Catherine was the beloved wife of William Brennan for 55 years. The loving mother of Lawrence (Linda) Brennan, Maureen (Russ) Sabiston, and Barbara (Bill) Ward. The cherished grandmother of Katie, Michael, Paige, Billy and Jeremy and the dear sister of Rose Marie Suchy, Delores (Hugh) Wolf and Georganne Denis.

She is preceded in death by her parents George and Evangeline Denis and sisters Dorothy Milroy, Marianne Parkhurst and Denise Matrz.  

Catherine's family will receive friends on Tuesday February 7, 2012 from 3-9 pm at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Road (east of Newburgh and I-275) in Livonia.  

Catherine will lie in state on Wednesday February 8, 2012 from 9:30 am until the time of her Funeral Mass at 10:00 am at St. Kenneth Catholic Church, 14951 N. Haggerty Road (South of Five Mile Road) in Plymouth.

Click Here for the link to the Harry J. Will funeral home and their guest book and a series of pictures of Bill and Cathy.  

Catherine's family suggests memorial donations to:  

Odyssey Hospice 25925 Telegraph Rd. Suite. 102 Southfield, MI 48033 www.odsyhealth.com  

or  

The American Lung Association 1301 Pennsylvania Ave., NW Suite 800 Washington, DC 20004   www.lungusa.org  

Arrangements entrusted to Harry J Will Funeral Homes, Livonia, MI.

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William (Bill) Brennan

June 8, 1933 - February 8, 2012

 

 

Bill was the beloved husband of the late Catherine (Feb. 5, 2012). The loving father of Lawrence (Linda) Brennan, Maureen (Russ) Sabiston, and Barbara (Bill) Ward. The cherished grandfather of Katie, Michael, Paige, Billy and Jeremy and the dear brother of Robert (Carol) Brennan).

William's family will receive friends on Friday February 10, 2012 from 3-9 pm at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Road (east of Newburgh and I-275) in Livonia.

William will lie in state on Saturday February 11, 2012 from 10:00 am until the time of his Funeral Mass at 10:30 am at St. Kenneth Catholic Church, 14951 N. Haggerty Road (South of Five Mile Road) in Plymouth.

CLICK HERE for the link to the Harry J. Will funeral home and their guest book and a series of pictures of Bill and Cathy.

In lieu of flowers William's family suggests memorial donations to:

Odyssey Hospice
25925 Telegraph Rd.
Suite. 102
Southfield, MI 48033
www.odsyhealth.com

or

Alzheimer's Association
P.O. Box 96011
Washington, DC 20090-6011
www.alz.org

Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, Livonia

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Joseph (Joe) William Michielsen

January 2, 1950 - April 29, 2012


Good afternoon. This is Joe's wife Carolyn. I have sad news to share.

Joe passed away peacefully, with Erik and I by his side, at 10:30pm Sunday night at the Good Samaritan hospice facility in Battle Creek, MI. After a week in the hospital we moved him there last Friday where we were able to give him comfort and rest and also to have wonderful conversations with him before he passed in his sleep Sunday. In the past six weeks, all six of his brothers and sisters were able to visit him and say their goodbyes too. Truly a blessing.

With regard to services, there will be a wake 5pm-8pm this Thursday and funeral services 11am this Friday. These will be held at Shaw Funeral Home on Capital Avenue in Battle Creek, MI.

The 11am Friday funeral will begin with a brief service at Shaw Funeral Home and continue to the historic Oak Hill Cemetery (close to A) the Post Plant where Dad worked, B) CW Post's grave, C) Riverside Golf Course; and D) Dad's favorite Bait Shop :) We will do a committal service at Oak Hill's beautiful chapel and the family will stay on to see Dad laid to rest.

Per Joe's request, there will be a lunch banquet following the burial at Riverside Country Club from 12:30-3:30. If you are interested in attending please email Erik at erikmichielsen@yahoo.com or ring him at 917-327-0123 and share how many in your party will attend. Please bring stories to share as this will build upon the wake and funeral in celebrating his life and the love he brought to one and all. If you are unable to attend, we welcome you sharing stories via emails to me, chmichielsen@yaoho.com and Erik.

In lieu of flowers we are setting up donation requests in Joseph William Michielsen's name to support Gastric Cancer research as well as Diabetes research.

Gastric Cancer Fund (Via the Jimmy V Foundation)

American Diabetes Association

Choose "Honor Gift" and "In Memory Of" and provide the following:

Mr. Joseph William Michielsen

37 Sunnyside Drive

Battle Creek, MI 49015

On behalf of Erik and I, thank you so much for your love, friendship and support all these years and through Joe's illness! We are so blessed to have you in our lives.

Carolyn and Erik Michielsen

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Marion Tongue

Islandia I - Unit 1709


Marion E. Tongue, 86, died June 13, 2012, at the Treasure Coast Hay Madeira Hospice Residence, Stuart. She was born in Kingston, N.Y., and lived in Jensen Beach. She received a bachelor of science degree from SUNY at New Paltz College.

Prior to retiring, he was a regional manager with New York Telephone Co. for many years. She is registered in The Who's Who of American Women, and was a member of The Telephone Pioneers of America.

Survivors include her son, Daniel McGrane of Stuart; two grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

Memorial contributions may be made to Treasure Coast Hospice, 1201 S.E. Indian St., Stuart, FL 34997; or www.TCHospice.org.

Services: A memorial celebration will be at 11 a.m. June 16 in the Chapel of Martin Funeral Home & Crematory, Stuart, with Chaplain James L. Barksdale officiating. Visitation will be from 10:30 to 11 a.m.

 

A guestbook is available at www.heavencalled.com.

Published in the TC Palm on June 14, 2012

 

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It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the untimely passing of  Claude Hunt  President of the Islandia II Condominium Association, Saturday May 12 2012.

Claude was on a business trip to South Korea when he suffered a massive stroke. His beloved wife Ingrid and his three sons rushed to South Korea to be at his side at the time of Claude’s passing.

Claude was the president of the Islandia II Condominium Association for the last four years. His contribution to the Islandia II Condominium Association as an owner and President was outstanding. He was totally involved in all business matters of Islandia II, especially the recovery efforts of the 2004-2005 hurricanes.

Claude was originally from South Africa a college graduate and a President of a Swiss manufacturing company as well as operating his own business prior to locating to Islandia II.

Services will be private.
Anyone wanting to send cards may address them to
Ingrid Hunt
9500 S. Ocean Drive # 1401
Jensen Beach, Florida 34957

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In Memory of

Barcala Correia

June 25, 1948 - May 13, 2012
Obituary

Barcala Correia, age 63, died May 13, 2012 at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL.

Born in Belo Horizonte, Brasil, Mrs. Correia had been a resident of West Babylon, New York before moving to Jensen Beach over ten years ago.

She was an office manager and had worked in the Ready-Mix concrete business.

Mrs. Correia was of Catholic faith, and loved the beach. She enjoyed walking, swimming and taking care of others.

Mrs. Correia is survived by her husband of 20 years, Eduardo; daughter, Andrea Toto of Staten Island, NY; step-daughter, Dawn Jackson of East Northport, NY; step-daughter, Cherie Way of Tampa, FL; step-son, Bill Toto of Atlanta, GA; step-daughter, Robin Correia of Northport, New York; step-son, Edward Correia of East Setauket, New York; five grandchildren, Allison, Clay, Ryan, Emily and Nicholas; and five brothers, Carlos, Marcio, Mario, Luiz, and Paulo Peixoto, all of Brasil.

Visitation will be from 5 to 7 pm, with a funeral service at 7 pm, on Wednesday, May 16, 2012, at Aycock Funeral Home in Jensen Beach.

A guestbook is available at www.aycockjensenbeach.com.

All arrangements are entrusted to Aycock Funeral Home, Jensen Beach, FL.

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Fernando Candido Alvarez,

Islandia I
, Apt 303

 

Fernando was born in Havana, Cuba, on October 3, 1951 and came to the United States at the age of 6. He was predeceased by his parents, Roberto and Dalia Alvarez, as well as his eldest brother, Roberto Alvarez.

 

Fernando was the loving husband of Mercedes for 40 years; and father of Adrianne Sanchez (Manny), Fernando, Chrissy and Amanda Alvarez. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Marissa Sanchez and Fernando Alvarez; two sisters, Marianna Sylvester and Dalia Alvarez, both of West Palm Beach; and numerous nieces and nephews.

 

Fernando retired from the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office after 30 years of outstanding service but returned to the Sheriff's Office where he was actively serving at the time of his death. He was the second bilingual (Hispanic) hired by the Sheriff's Office and served in the patrol, detective, communications and community affairs divisions of the Department.

 

The family will receive friends on Thursday, November 15, 2012 from 4:00 PM until 10:00 PM at Quattlebaum Funeral Home, 1201 South Olive Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33401. A Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated at 4:00 PM on Friday, November 16, 2012 at St. Juliana Catholic Church, 4500 South Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, FL 33405; including full Honors by the Palm Beach County Sherriff Office.

 

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital www.stjude.org

 

QUATTLEBAUM FUNERAL HOME Family Owned and Operated (561) 832-5171

Published in The Palm Beach Post from November 13 to November 16, 2012

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Ruth M. Huslebus

May 17, 1924 - January 11, 2013

CLICK HERE: Ruth Huslebus with friends at Islandia over the years.

(Click on slideshow for best viewing)

 

ROCKFORD--Ruth Marie Drunasky was born on May 17, 1924, in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin. She was the fourth child and third daughter of Louis Drunasky and Charlotte Manly Drunasky. Owners of a dairy farm, the couple had six children: Robert (Buster), twins Beatrice (Bea) and Bernadine, Ruth, Mary Ellen and Rodney.

When Ruth was only 15, her mother, Charlotte, died of ovarian cancer. Soon after the death of her mother, her father, Louis, was hit and killed by a train in an accident. Ruth went on to graduate from Sun Prairie High School and during World War II she started business school. But jobs were plentiful during the war and she decided to take a position at a bank in Madison, Wisconsin.

 

Ruth met her husband, Robert (Bob) Hulsebus, through friends shortly after he returned from his service in World War II. The two were married at St. Patrick's church in Madison on July 3, 1946. Early in their marriage Ruth became ill and, through a recommendation, sought treatment at the Palmer Chiropractic Clinic in Davenport, Iowa. Under chiropractic care Ruth regained her health and Bob was inspired to enroll at the Palmer School of Chiropractic under the G.I. Bill.

 

During his studies, Bob pitched in a semi-pro softball league and Ruth took a job at a development company and quickly became a valued employee. They lived in Palmerton, a small trailer community, and made many friends there. Shortly after the birth of their first son, Roger, in 1949, the family moved to Bryon, Illinois, where they would live for over 30 years.

 

They were 75 miles from family but soon made friends with other WWII veterans with their wives who had also come to Byron to start businesses. Bob became Byron's first chiropractor and Ruth took in laundry and worked at the office. They waited six weeks for their first patient. That patient complained that her present chiropractor went from charging two dollars to three dollars per visit and was no longer using a gown. Not having any gowns for patients, they used one of Ruth's and charged her $2.75 for the visit.

 

Within the next six years two more sons were born: Michael (Mike) in 1951 and James (Jim) in 1955. During these years the practice grew and while Bob worked on patients, Ruth ran the business side of the practice. When she retired she was doing the bookkeeping and payroll for three offices. She was a passionate advocate of chiropractic and a steadfast supporter of her husband's lifelong professional advocacy.

 

Ruth was respected in her circles and active in her community. She became the first women elected to the Byron School Board after she was urged by teachers to run. In addition, she went on to help bring Meals on Wheels to Byron and was one of the founders of the Byron Library.

Ruth was a dedicated mother who spent lots of time with her three sons. She was a room mother at school, an altar boy mother at church and a den mother for the Cub Scouts. She was a trusted counselor for all three of her spirited (to put it mildly) sons. She helped with her sons' paper routes and kept them in line.

 

Ruth created a welcoming home where all her sons' friends gathered to play baseball and basketball, swim, boat, play pool and have fun. Later, when their children were grown, the family home in Byron became a gathering place for their adult children, spouses and grandchildren. Summers and holidays were especially lively.

 

Ruth was a favorite aunt to many of her nieces and nephews. She became affectionately known as "Aunt Bootie" after one of her nieces called her that when she had trouble pronouncing Ruthie.

 

Ruth and her husband traveled to many parts of the world and belonged to numerous clubs including golf, dance and bridge. They had a second home on the east coast of Florida for more than 30 years and made many friends there.

 

Eventually Ruth and Bob moved from their beloved home in Byron to be closer to family in Freeport, IL. In 1995, Bob passed away after 49 years of marriage to Ruth.

 

For the last few years of her life she lived in Rockford, Illinois, at Siena. As was always the case, she made a lot of friends there. She befriended not only the residents but staff and care givers as well. She made one very special relationship while there with Valli Williams, her primary care giver. They began to have a weekly brunch and it was a relationship that Ruth treasured.

 

Ruth died peacefully surrounded by her sons on Friday, January 11, 2013, in Rockford, Illinois.

 

She is preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Robert and Rodney and sisters, Bernadine and Mary Ellen, husband, Dr. Robert L. Hulsebus (1995), and grandchild, James Nanninga (1993). She is survived by sons: Dr. Roger (Dianne Parvin) Hulsebus of Rockford, IL, Dr. Mike (Cindy) Hulsebus of Fontana, WI, Dr. Jim (Deirdre) Hulsebus of Caledonia, IL; sister: Bea Barth of Sun Prairie, WI; grandchildren: Dr. Tara (Paul) Theisen of Freeport, IL, Sage (Jon Rose) Hulsebus of Silver Spring, MD, Robin (Kevin) Mayer of Lisle, IL, Jeremy Nanninga of Muscatine, IA, Dr. Brant (Melinda) Hulsebus of Rockford, IL, Cory (Aaron) Park of Rockford, IL, Dr. Ryan (Melissa) Hulsebus of Machesney Park, IL, Dr. Kyle (Shanti) Hulsebus of Caledonia, IL, Brett Hulsebus of Lake Zurich, IL and Scott Hulsebus of Caledonia, IL, Brad (Natalie) Parvin of Rockford, IL and Andrea (John) Weber of Dallas, TX and great-grandchildren: Brock, Ava, Ivy, Catarina, Devon, Carter, Elizabeth, Caroline, Amelia, Julia, Mackenzie, Courtney, Kaitlin, Trenton and Carson.

 

Christian funeral mass will be held Thursday January 17, 2013 at 10:00 AM in St. Mary Catholic Church, 220 E. 2nd St., Byron with Father Howard Barch officiating. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery, Byron. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 6:00-8:00 PM in the Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home, 506 W. Merchant St, Byron. Memorials in Ruth's name may be directed to St. Mary Catholic Church, Byron.

 

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Ann Padmos

On Wednesday, January 16, 2013, Mrs. Ann Padmos passed away.

PADMOS, Ann age 74, January 16, 2013.

Beloved wife of Marty. Dearest mother of Jeff (Wanda) Quibell, John (Phyllis) Padmos, Glenn (Tracy) Padmos and Lynn (Gary) Iverson. Loving grandmother of Crystal, Ashley, Amanda, Jessica, Chris, Jeffrey, Alex, Martin and Valerie. Dear sister of Donna Jean Dettloff.

Funeral Sunday 2pm at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Visitation Sunday 10am-2pm. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Michigan, 20300 Civic Center Drive, Suite 100, Southfield, MI 48076.

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Please address all cards of condolences to Mr. Martin Padmos, 9500 S Ocean drive, Apt #1806, Jensen Beach, Florida 34957.

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George Berg

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BERG, JR., GEORGE LUKE

April 5, 2013

 

Today we lost one of the finest men of our time. George Berg of Pelham, Alabama passed away at the age of 86. George was preceded in death by his beloved wife Marian Buckner Berg.

 

He was a veteran of the World War II in the Merchant Marine and went on to serve his Country as an Administrative Assistant on Capitol Hill for 30 years. After retiring from the Government he spent 8 years with The American Farm Bureau.

 

George was full of life till the very end. Those who knew him know that he was charming, thoughtful and a friend to all. He was the guy who did it all right.

 

He will be missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his son Scott Berg, his daughter Anne Berg Blake, His sister Nancy Lewis and his grandchildren, Jennifer Deremer, Danielle Deremer, George Steven Berg, nieces, nephews and his many close friends and acquaintances.

 

Source: The Birmingham News, April 5, 2013

 

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James (Jim) McGarrity

Islandia I - Unit 808


McGARRITY - James J., age 75, of Moriches, New York, and long time owner at Islandia I, passed on November 3, 2012. Beloved husband of Margaret, loving father of James, Michael and Noreen McGinn. Devoted grandfather of 9.

Reposing Wednesday, November 7, 7-9 PM and Thursday 2-4PM and 7-9PM at Wesche Funeral Home Inc., 495 Main St., Center Moriches.

Mass Friday, November 9, 9:30 AM at St. Johns RC Church, Center Moriches. Interment, St. Charles Cemetery,Farmingdale, NY.

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