Charles Wilbur Seelig of Holly was called peacefully to God on Feb. 1, 2012. He was 93.

Charles was raised on a mid-Michigan farm, served 4 years in the US Army and received a Purple Heart at Okinawa, and ran the Quonset Plumbing, Heating and Electrical in Holly for 30 years. He had a wonderful quick-witted humor and was loved by all.

He was the beloved husband of Dorothy for 10 loving years of marriage. He also leaves behind 2 daughters, Gayle and Ronda; 10 step-children; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife Luella.

Visitation will be held from 2-8 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 5 and Monday, Feb.6 at Dryer Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday Feb. 7, 2012 at St. Rita Catholic Church, 309 E. Maple St., Holly with Father David Blazek and Father Jeffrey Day Concelebrating. Burial will be in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Southfield.

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Michele A. Marth

Michele A. (Cooper) Marth of Holly died on Saturday, Jan. 28, 2012 at her home. She was 56.

She is survived by her loving husband, Tim Marth; children, Erin (Joey) Gabarda, Kurt Marth, Wendy (Jon Gardow) Marth, and Samantha Marth; granddaughter, Eva Gabarda; parents; Richard (Jane) Cooper; brothers; John and Richard Cooper; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Visitation will be held from 4-8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 2, at Temrowski Family Funeral Home, 500 Main St., Fenton. Mrs. Marth will lie in state at 9:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 3 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 806 Main St., Fenton with Memorial Services following at 10:30 a.m.

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DeNise "Dee" Coleman

Dee (DeNise) Coleman of Holly, formerly of Clarkston, passed away unexpectedly and peacefully, surrounded by her family on Jan. 28, 2012.

Dee combined her love for family and friends with cooking, so the kitchen table was the center of her universe. She obtained a teaching degree from Ferris State University, and taught Culinary Arts in Flint, Saginaw, Clarkston and the North Huron Skills Center.

She is survived by her beloved husband Bill; her children, Sean Coleman and Stacy (Rob) Edgecomb; Grandchildren, Cole and Samantha; and brother, Don. She was preceded in death by her son, Rob Coleman.

A memorial is planned for May 5, 2012 at the Holly Township Heritage Farmstead, 13406 N. Holly Rd., Holly. In honor of Dee’s love of food and cooking, please bring a favorite dish to pass, and a copy of the recipe to share with family and friends. Memorial donations may be made to the Friends of the Holly Township Heritage Farm.

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Robert "Bob" Prose

Robert “Bob” Prose of Holly passed away quietly at his home on Jan. 28, 2012. He was 83.

Bob was born in Sullivan, Indiana, the son of George and Ruth (Montgomery) Prose. He was a member of the Calvary United Methodist Church and the Amel Schwartz Post # 149 American Legion of Holly.

He was the beloved husband of Judy (Wright) Prose of Holly; loving father of Geoffrey (Debbie) Prose of Texas, James Prose of Indiana and Suzanne Prose of Virginia. Proud grandfather of Jessica (Bryan) Yule, Jami Prose, Daniel Prose, and Joelle Prose; Dear brother of Charles (Patricia) Prose, Joyce (Richard) Clark, Judy (Robert) Schoenhals, and Greg Prose.

Visitation will be held at 10 a.m. on  Saturday, Feb. 4, 2012 at Dryer Funeral Home with a Memorial Service directly following at 11 a.m. Rev. Faith Timmons will officiate. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Amel Schwartz Post 149 American Legion or Genesys Hospice. The family thanks the team of Genesys Hospice, and Ms. Susie Lowe for their kind and loving support.

Johnny R. Bailey of Linden died on Saturday, Jan. 28, 2012. He was 56.

Mr. Bailey was born in Pontiac on April 26, 1955 the son of Robert and Eleanor (Simmons) Bailey.

He is survived by five children; Johnny R. (Ronette) Bailey Jr. of Tennessee, Lonnie Bailey of Caro, Laurie Miller of Caro, Ronnie Lee (Amanda) Bailey of Gaines, and Kevin Bailey of Linden; 10 grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Florence Simmons of Arkansas, Robert Howard Bailey of Kingston, Patricia Ann Johnson of Holly, Betty Jean Thies of Kingston, Tommy David Bailey of Linden, and Debra VanDeusen of Holly; and many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held from 5-9 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 30 at Dryer Funeral Home.  Funeral services are at 11 a.m. at the funeral home on Tuesday, Jan. 30, with Pastor David Salazar officiating. Burial will be in Christian Memorial Cemetery in Rochester Hills. May he rest in peace. Memorial donations may be made to the family.

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Mary Kerton

Mary L. Kerton of Holly died on Friday, Jan. 27, 2012. She was 86.

Mrs. Kerton was born in Fenton on Sept. 23, 1925, the daughter of Mark and Lillian (Robinson) Woodworth. She loved her family, especially her grandchildren. She was the best mom and the best friend. She also liked gardening, sewing and traveling.  She was an active member of the Calvary United Methodist Church and a past member of the Northwest Oakland County Historical Society.

She is survived by her husband Allan; 4 children Mark (Barb) Kerton of Metamora, Marilyn (Lyle) Jones of Holly, Rob (Julie) Kerton of Fenton, and Ray (Dana) Kerton of Holly; 4 grandchildren Nicole, Kelsey, Amelia and Travis Kerton.  

Visitation will be held from 2-9 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 29 at Dryer Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 30 at the Calvary United Methodist Church, 15010 N. Holly Rd., Holly with Rev. Faith Timmons officiating. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery.  Memorial donations may be made to the Calvary United Methodist Church.

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Nancy L. Brandt

Nancy L. Brandt of Grand Blanc died on Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2012. She was 78.

She was born in Holly on June 3, 1933 the daughter of Thomas and Alice (Bush) Young, and will be remembered as a loving wife and mother.

She is survived by her husband Eugene; 6 children, Eugenia Tyler of Flint, Kent Brandt of Burton, Brian (Cindy) Brandt of Linden, Don (Diane) Brandt of Clarkston, Jody (Steve) Vasas of Grand Blanc, and Steve "Bubba" (Rita) Brandt of GA; 10 grandchildren, David, Brittany, Cooper, Blake, Browning, Kaylee, Hannah, Kara, Quinn, and Cole; 1 great-grandchild, Makiyah; brothers and sister, Stanley Young of Fenton, Marilyn Edwins of Waterford, and David Young of Holly.

Memorial services will be held at 1:00 PM Sat. Feb. 4, 2012 at the Linden Presbyterian Church, with Pastor Seth Normington officiating. The family gives special thanks to Genesys Hospice. Memorial donations may be made to the Michigan Humane Society or Genesys Hospice.

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Carol Wilson

Carol M. Wilson of Holly died on Friday, Jan. 20, 2012. She was 55.

Mrs. Wilson was born in Pontiac on May 2, 1956 the daughter of Anthony and Ethel (Meyer) Lukos. She was a former employee of Allied power of Brighton. She loved to be with friends, eating, shopping, watching the Food Network, and fishing. To know her was to love her.

She is survived by her husband Jim; daughter Toni (Mark) Stephens of Flint; brother Craig (Dawn) Lukos of CO; nieces Kristin (Lewis) Caleca of CO and Laurie (Neil) Singh of FL. She was preceded in death by her grandchildren Ricky and Veronica Padot.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 AM Sat. Jan. 28, 2012 at the Central United Methodist Church, 3882 Highland Rd, Waterford, MI 48328. Memorial donations may be given to the family.

Arlene B. Walker of Fenton died on Friday, Jan. 20, 2012. She was 77.

Born in Flint on Sept. 7, 1934, she was the daughter of John and Gertrude (Barnum) Bacon. She was a member of the Free Unity General Baptist Church of Fenton.

Surviving are 3 children, Russell (Shirley) Bell of Fenton, Rosemary Bowers of Fenton, and Larry Bell; 6 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and sister Dorothy Root of Flint. She was preceded in death by her husbands Donald Walker, Don Bell, and Albert Simpson.

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Mary Elizabeth "Beth" Foss

Mary Elizabeth “Beth” Foss of Holly died on Friday, Jan. 20, 2012. She was 88.

Mrs. Foss was born in Holly on May 1, 1923 the daughter of Lloyd and Rotha (Gibbs) Sheldon. She was a lifelong member of the Holly Presbyterian Church, and she loved playing bridge and bowling.

She is survived by her three sons Dave (Ginny) Foss of Holly, Ken (Peggy) Foss of Holly, and Bruce (Nancy) Foss of Flint Twp.; eight grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and special friends Becky Tubbs and Mary Jones. She was preceded in death by her husband Ralph and grandson Jeff. The family gives special thanks to her care giver, Karen Andersen.

Visitation will be held from 2-9 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 23 at Dryer Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 24 at the funeral home with Rev. Sharlyn Gates officiating. Memorial donations may be made to the Holly Presbyterian Church.

Martin Edward DeVries of Holly, formerly of Royal Oak, Berkley and Clawson, died on Thursday, Jan. 19, 2012. He was 49.

Mr. DeVries was born in Detroit on Nov. 26, 1962, the son of Tom and Phyllis (Williams) DeVries.  He was a graduate of Berkley High School in the class of 1980.  He married Jean Markulicz on Sept. 17, 1993.  He was the co-owner of D-Squared Construction and was very active in Holly Little League baseball and football with his sons.

He is survived by are his wife Jean; two sons, Clay Thomas and Jack Martin; mother Phyllis DeVries; brothers and sisters, Mike (Julie) DeVries, Tom (Carol) DeVries, Barbara (Doug) Vensel, Judy (Kurt) DeVries, Joan DeVries; his mother-in-law; two brothers-in-law; and several nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his father Tom DeVries; his father-in-law Alphonse Markulicz; and nephew, Jason Vensel.  

Visitation will be held  from 5-9 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 22 and from 2-9 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 23 at Dryer Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 24 at St. Rita Catholic Church, 309 E. Maple St., Holly with Father David Blazek, Celebrant. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Holly. Memorial donations may be made to Mott Children’s Hospital.

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Dale Eugene Gaines

Dale Eugene Gaines of Holly died on Friday, Jan. 13, 2012. He was 52.

Mr. Gaines was born in Pontiac on Apr. 22, 1959 the son of Frank and Elsie (Moring) Gaines. He loved his family very much, and he was always there for his family and friends.

He is survived by 3 children, Melanie Gaines (Kenneth Maccombs), BreAnne Gugin (Chris Preston), and Devon Gaines all of Holly; companion Debbie VanDeusen and  her children; 2 grandchildren Kristen and Brennan; sisters and brothers, Ilene Myers of MO, Lavonne "Bonnie" Latham of Holly, Frank Gaines of Flushing, Ken (Sue) Gaines of FL, and Dennis Gaines of Bancroft; and many nieces and nephews, including Curtis Gaines. He was preceded in death by his parents Frank and Elsie Gaines.

Visitation will be held at Dryer Funeral Home from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 16 and Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2012. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 18 at the funeral home with Pastor Cliff Powell officiating. Entombment will be in Christian Memorial Cemetery, Rochester.

Ora C. Hunley of Clarkston died on Friday, Jan. 13, 2012. She was 90.

Daughter of the late Lizzie Beth Wilson and Enos Howard of Cubbage, KY, she was the beloved wife of the late Dave C. Hunley, and dear mother of Anna Flanigan and Barbara Gerber.  She was the adoring grandmother of 7 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren, and will be remembered for her love of farming, cooking and gardening.

Visitation will be held from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 15 at Dryer Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Hillview Cemetery.

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Joshua Joseph Kohli

Joshua Joseph Kohli of Columbia, Tennessee, formerly of Holly died on Thursday, Jan. 5, 2012. He was 21.

Joshua was born on Dec. 17, 1990, the son of Roy T. Kohli and Toni Sosa. He is remembered for his love of football, his love of all types of music, and the love he had especially for his children.

He is survived by the love of his life, Jessica White and son Evan of Tennessee; daughter, Keanna of New Orleans, Louisiana; father, Roy T. Kohli of Flint; mother, Toni Sosa of Texas; stepmother, Julie Richardson of Flint; grandparents, Roy and Ann Kohli of North Carolina, Buster and Susie Winebrenner of Holly, and Debbie White of Pontiac; four brothers, Julian, James, and Roy of Texas, and Zarik Kohli of Flint; three sisters, Ashley and Jessica Richardson of Flint, and Feleshia Servin of Texas; numerous aunt, uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by his grandfather, Robert Howard.

A private memorial service was held for Joshua last week.

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Betty J. Pratt

Betty J. Pratt of Linden died on Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2012. She was 75.

Mrs. Pratt was born on July 24, 1936 the daughter of Leslie and Rosie (Haskins) Gouldman. She was a member of the Fenton Assembly of God for 34 years and member of Glad Tidings Tabernacle of Flint for the past 8 years. She was an angel. She loved her dogs and cat and her greatest love was for horses.

She is survived by her husband Walter; 2 daughters, Sherrilyn Reams of Montana and Karen Krey-Boyd of Flint; 4 grandchildren, Tonya Krey of Flint, Charlotte Blackburn of Flint, and Elizabeth Reams and Drew Reams both of Montana; 10 great-grandchildren; and brother Richard Gouldman of Boon, MI. She was preceded in death by her parents, 2 brothers, and 4 sisters.

Visitation will be held from 5-9 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 13 at Dryer Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at the funeral home at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 14 with Pastor Marshall DeLay officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Linden. Memorial donations may be made to Glad Tidings Tabernacle.

Lester J. LeVasseur of Southfield died Monday, Jan. 9, 2012. He was 91.

Mr. LeVasseur was retired from Fuller Tool Company and was a member of the American Legion of Berkley.

He is survived by two sons, Dennis LeVasseur of Charlevoix and Dale (Debra) LeVasseur of Holly; two sisters, Jackie (Jerry) Hawkins of East Jordan and Loretta Ortbals of Madison Heights. He was preceded in death by his wife, Valerie LeVasseur.

Visitation will be held at Dryer Funeral Home from 2-9 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 12. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 13 at St. Rita Catholic Church, 309 E. Maple St., Holly, with Father David Blazek, Celebrant. Military honors and burial will be at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly.

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Jack Edward Smith

Jack Edward Smith died on Friday, Jan. 6, 2012. He was 87.

Born on Jan. 25, 1924 in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada, he was the son of Herbert J. and Gertrude A. Smith. Mr. Smith graduated from Pontiac High School in 1942, and Pontiac Motor Trade School, and attended Adrian College, Wayne State University, and Oakland University. He was an Industrial Engineer with GM Truck and Bus, retiring in 1984.

He was the brother of the late Howard J. Smith; loving husband of Marjorie (Lampman) Smith; loving and proud father to retired Col. Jack E. (Christine) Smith, Matthew, Paul (Jackie), Philip (Virgil), and the late Sally Ann. He was the adoring grandfather to Jennifer, Justin, Samantha, Trevor, Skylar, Isabel, Jeremy, Joshua and Jacob; and great grandfather to Travis, Taylor, Peter, and Kaleb.

Visitation will be held at Dryer Funeral Home at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 12, with funeral services immediately following at 11 a.m. Military honors and committal services will follow at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice Advantage of Flint or the Holly Presbyterian Church.

William L. Kasemeyer of Holly died on Thursday, Jan. 5, 2012. He was 72.

Mr. Kasemeyer was born in Bay City on Oct. 18, 1939 the son of the late George and Marjorie (Ramsey) Kasemeyer. He was retired from Ford Motor Company and was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church of Fenton. He was an avid woodworker and Detroit Tiger fan.

Surviving are his wife Bonnie; 8 children, Scott (Michelle) Kasemeyer of FL, Mike (Lori) Kasemeyer of FL, Rob (Heather) Kasemeyer of Linden, Lori St. Clair of Holly, Leah (Richard) Fafard of Fenton, Larry (Julie) Puffer of Clarkston, Lincoln (Tracy) Puffer of Clarkston, and Lonny (Dody) Puffer of Kaleva; 18 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, Sheila Gale and Sue Marion; 2 brothers Jim and Randy Kasemeyer.

Visitation will be held at Dryer Funeral Home from 4-9 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 9. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 10 at the funeral home with Pastor Dean Dumbrille officiating. Memorial donations may be made to the Trinity Lutheran Church of Fenton.

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Charles E. Howell, Jr.

Charles E. Howell, Jr. of Holly died on Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2012. He was 66.

Mr. Howell was born on Feb. 14, 1945 the son of Charles and Alice (Lamoraaux) Howell. He was the owner and operator of Howell Landscaping for 43 years. He was a Past-President of the Holly Jaycees and was a member of the Oakland County Sportsman's Club, and the MDLA. He loved fishing, golfing, camping, boating, teaching Junior Rifle class, and being outdoors.

He is survived by his wife Diane; 2 daughters, Debbie (Jeff) Swanson of Ortonville and Colleen Bailey of Holly; 4 grandchildren, Ian and Danielle Swanson and Jessica and Amber Bailey; brothers and sisters, John Howell of Florida, Florence Thompson of Romeo, Suzie Johnson of Attica, James Howell of Almont, Russell Howell of Romeo, Emily Izzo of Southfield, Patty Cole of Sandusky, and Christopher Howell of Hazel Park; brothers and sisters- in law, William Coleman of Waterford, Margie Caunt of Milford, Tammy Hendrickson of Pontiac, Allen Coleman of Highland, and Raymond Coleman of Holly.

Visitation will be held at Dryer Funeral Home from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 5 and Friday, Jan. 6. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 7 at the funeral home with Pastor Jim Combs officiating. Burial will be in Highland Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the U of M Comprehensive Cancer Center, or the Oakland County Sportsman’s Club.

Wendy Walton Lane of Holly died on Monday, Dec. 26, 2011. She was 46.

Wendy was born in Flint on July 16, 1965 the daughter of Robert and Lucille (Welch) Walton. She was a care giver in the mental health and special needs field, was a member of the Women of the Moose, and she loved her cats.

She is survived by her brother Robert (Judy) Walton Jr. of Holly; 2 sisters, Becky (Toby) Pulliam of Grand Blanc and Peggy (Gordie) Dryer of Holly; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her daughter Florence and her parents Robert and Lucille Walton.

Visitation will be held at Dryer Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 28. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 29 at the funeral home with Pastor Mark Wentzel officiating. Memorial donations may be made to the Make A Wish Foundation.