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John D. Boehringer
November 16, 2008

John David Boehringer, age 82, of Curran, Mi. went to be with his Lord, Sunday, Nov. 16, 2008, after several months of illness.
He was born Sept. 3, 1926, to George and Grace Boehringer, the youngest of six children, in Saginaw.
He served in the U.S. Army in the Field Artillery during WWII in the Pacific Theatre. Maryellen Nolan of Curran became his bride on June 3, 1950.
He was employed as a machine operator and inspector at Saginaw Steering Gear for 30 years, retiring in 1985. After lifelong residence in Saginaw, he moved to the Nolan homestead in Curran in 1999. He enjoyed friends and neighbors and being active in the Mitchell Township Citizen's Watch.
He is survived by his wife, Maryellen, daughter and son in law Julie and Jim Karshina of West Bloomfield, Mi., and son and daughter in law David and Cindy Boehringer of Linwood, Mi. He has a loving legacy of eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Grandchildren Jennifer Karshina, Janet (Jeremy) Thorpe, Petty Officer Eric (Chrystal) Boehringer, Barbara Boehringer, Amy (A.J.) MacArthur, Jamie Karshina, Sara Boehringer, and Jimmy Karshina. Great grandchildren Samuel Gearhart and Jack Thorpe. Several nieces, nephews and cousins survive as well. He is missed by his loving kitty, Cocoa.
Memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 29, at the Comins Mennonite Church, Comins, Mi. Mr. John King will be officiating. Full Military Honors will be provided by Veterans of Foreign Wars. All are invited to the reception meal following service at the church. Internment will be at the Flynn Valley Cemetery, Curran. For information, call 989-848-2364.
Memorial gifts may be made to Heartland Hospice, 417 W. Houghton, West Branch, Mi. 48661, 800-275-4516.
Many thanks to the Heartland Hospice volunteers, and staff of Ausable Valley Community whose gracious caring made his last months comfortable.
John's life was characterized by determination, a strong sense of right and wrong, fair mindedness, and love of country.
Arrangements by Lashley Funeral Home, Mio, MI.


 
 
Floyd D. Chaney
November 14, 2008

Floyd D. Chaney, age 80 of 3255 Handrich Dr., Curran, formerly of Perry, passed away on November 14, 2008 at his residence.
Mr. Chaney was born in Lansing, MI on January 21, 1928 the son of Harry Chaney and Bertha Weichner. He resided in Perry where he married Doris Nethaway in October of 1949. He retired from Motor Wheel in Lansing and moved to Curran in 1990.
He is survived by his wife Doris Chaney, daughter Diana DePoy (David), daughter Joan Everhart (Glen), son James Chaney (Diann), 4 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.
He is also survived by sisters Bonnie Jo Hill and Dorothy Mae Morse and brother Ronald Lee Chaney.
In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place. The Perry VFW will sponsor a dinner and small ceremony at the VFW on November 29, 2008 at 2:00 p.m.
Memorials are suggested to Hospice of Michigan, Northeastern Region, 112 W. Chisholm St., Alpena, MI 49707
Arrangements by Lashley Funeral Home, Mio, MI.


 
 
Howard Leonard Koski, Sr. - UPDATED
November 13, 2008

Howard Leonard Koski, Sr.
Mr. Howard Leonard Koski, Sr., age 73, of Fairview, husband of Mildred A. (Fuchs) Koski., passed away Friday, November 7th, 2008 at Alpena Regional Medical Center.
Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held at Living Water Lutheran Church on Saturday, November 22, 2008 at 11:00 AM.
He served in the U.S. Military and was employed as an Electrician.
Arrangements by Lashley Funeral Home, Mio.


 
 
Clark W. Hinkley
November 11, 2008

Mr. Clark W. Hinkley, age 78, of Mio, passed away Tuesday, November 11, 2008 at St. Mary's Hospital in Saginaw.
Visitation from 5- 9 P.M. Friday, November 14, 2008 at Lashley Funeral Home, Mio; and again on Saturday, November 15, 2008 from 12 Noon until the time of Funeral service at 1 P.M. at the Mio Baptist Church with Pastor Glynn McMorris officiating. In accordance with Clark's wishes, cremation will follow the funeral service.
Mr. Hinkley was born on February 7,1930 in Turner, Ml to Clark S. and Frances (Whitney) Hinkley. Clark was raised in Turner and served his country in the U.S. Air Force. He married Lois June on June 12, 1954 in Whittemore, Ml. Clark had worked as a Heavy Equipment Operator and truck driver, retiring in 1995. Upon retirement, he moved permanently to his home in Mio. Clark was a member of the Mio Baptist Church, where he had served as a deacon and as a trustee; an active member of the American Red Cross; and a member of the AuSable Tractor Club. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing cards, and working on heavy equipment and tractors. He will be remembered for his wonderful sense of humor, his friendliness, and his genuine willingness to help anyone.
Mr. Hinkley is survived by his wife June of Mio; his children: Russel C. (Connie) Hinkley of Turner, Ml; Glenda E. (Steve) Grabowski of Sanford, Ml; Dale K. Hinkley of Lansing, Ml and Jeffrey A. Hinkley of Mio, Ml; his 3 sisters: Elva (Phil) Partlow of Whittemore, Ml; Mary Jane (Mike) Reinstadler of Midland, Ml; and Marilyn (Eugene) Martin of AuGres, Ml; 7 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Memorials may be made to the American Red Cross, 3454 W. M-55, Suite A, West Branch, MI 48661
Arrangements by Lashley Funeral Home of Mio, MI.


 
 
Betty A. Fath
November 10, 2008

Mrs. Betty A. Fath, age 77, of Mio, Michigan; formerly of West Chester, Ohio; passed away Monday, November 10, 2008 at Grayling Mercy Hospital in Grayling, Ml.
Visitation Wednesday, November 12, 2008 from 6-9 P.M. at Lashley Funeral Home, Mio, Ml., with a Rosary offered at 6:30 P.M. followed by a Prayer Vigil Service at 7 P.M. Visitation will also be held on Saturday, November 15, 2008 from 9:30 - 10:30 A.M. at St. Susanna Catholic Church in Mason, Ohio, with The Mass of Christian Burial offered at 10:30 A.M. Interment at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Montgomery, Ohio.
Mrs. Fath was born on March 25,1931 in Hamilton, Ohio to Herbert and Edna (Martin) Mick. She married James at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Hamilton, Ohio on May 21, 1955. The couple moved to Mio in 1989. Betty was a member of St. Susanna Catholic Church of Mason, Ohio and St. Mary Catholic Church of Mio. She enjoyed reading, fishing, traveling and spending time with her family and friends.
Betty is survived by her husband Jim of Mio; her children: Jim (Denise) Fath and John (Felicia) Fath, both of Mason, OH; Ray (Missy) Fath of Middletown, OH; Tom (Beth) Fath of Centerville, OH; and Joe (Kathy) Fath of West Chester, OH; her sisters: Mary Lou (Bob) Moran; Sr. Loretta Mick; and Evelyn Jones; her brothers: Larry (Maureen) Mick and Dave (Rachel) Mick; 11 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Betty was preceded in death by her parents; her infant daughter Mary Fath; and her brothers: John, Herb, and Billy.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to either St. Mary Catholic Church for Casket Pall and Vestments or to the St. Susanna Building Fund.
Arrangements by Lashley Funeral Home of Mio, MI and John Hadapp & Sons of West Chester, OH.


 
 
Vernon H. Willobee
November 5, 2008

Mr. Vernon H. Willobee, age 97, of Luzerne, passed away Wednesday, November 5, 2008 at The Home at AuSable Valley Community in Fairview.
Visitation from 12 Noon - 2 P.M. Sunday, November 9, 2008 at the Mio Seventh-day Adventist Church with funeral services following at 2 P.M. with Pastor David Jorgensen officiating. Interment at Luzerne Cemetery.
Mr. Willobee was born on September 6, 1911 in West Branch, Ml to Grant and Ethel (Persons) Willobee. Vernon was raised in Luzerne. He married Leona Bugbee on February 22, 1932 in Mio. They lived in Oscoda County until 1972, moved to Trout Lake, Ml, and returned to Luzerne in 1985. Leona preceded Vernon in death in 1994. He married Bessie (Pierce) Oliver on October 29, 1995 in Mio. Vemon was a member of the Mio Seventh Day Adventist Church. He enjoyed fishing and his fishing trips to Canada.
Mr. Willobee is survived by his wife Bessie; his children: Ronald (Barbara) Willobee and Gerald Willobee, both of Trout Lake, Ml; and Donald (Joyce) Willobee of Rudyard, Ml; his sister Thelma Bugbee of Shepard, Ml; his brothers: Edward (Irene) Willobee, Charles Willobee, and Clare (Betty) Willobee, all of Luzerne, Ml; 11 grandchildren and several great grandchildren. Vernon was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife Leona; 2 sons: Leonard and Richard; his daughter: Lucille Layman; his 2 sisters: Gladys (Art) O'Conner and Betty (George) Emery; his brother Jack (Leona) Willobee; and his brother-in-law Lewis Bugbee.
Memorials may be made to the Mio Seventh-day Adventist Church in Vernon's memory. Arrangements by Lashley Funeral Home, Mio.


 
 
Virgil D. Abbe
November 2, 2008

Virgil DeWayne Abbe

Mr. Virgil DeWayne Abbe, age 61, of Comins, passed away Sunday, November 2nd, 2008 at his residence.
At Virgil's request, cremation has taken place and no services are planned.
Virgil was born on October 10, 1947 in Alpena. He had worked as a both a farmer and logger.
Surviving are his loving wife Virginia "Gennie" (Richway) Abbe; 1 daughter: Narcy (Ken) Jewell of Comins, 1 granddaughter: Courtney Elsworth; his parents Arnold & Veronica Abbe of Comins and 1 sister Neomi (Eugene) Schank.
Memorial donations may be made to The American Cancer Society, 525 W. 14th Street, Suite #5, Traverse City, Michigan 49684.

Arrangements by Lashley Funeral Home, Mio.


 
 
ETHEL GENETTE HANDRICH
October 23, 2008

Ethel Genette (Miller) Handrich was born in Fairview, Michigan on March 8, 1933 to John and Ella Miller. She passed away on, Thursday, October 23, 2008 at the Home at AuSable Community, Fairview.
She married Vernell Handrich on September 9, 1950. They had two children, Jerry and Connie.
She was employed at the Fairview School in Fairview for 27 years. The first year was as a teacher aide and the remaining years as secretary to the Superintendent. She retired in 1992.
For 14 years, she lived 8 months of the year in Venice, Florida and 4 months in Fairview, Michigan. In 2005, she moved permanently to Fairview due to her health.
Ethel accepted Christ in her youth and was a member of the Evangelical Covenant Church of Venice, Florida. She attended Fairview Mennonite Church when able.
She is survived by her husband Vernell, a son Jerry (Diane) Handrich; daughter Connie (Merle) Mullet; seven grandchildren Jeremiah (Ashley), Craig, and Lance Handrich and Marshall (Luanne), Winston (Jody), Merrilee and Sterling Mullet.
She is preceded in death by her parents, two step-fathers Moses Mishler and Sherman Miller, and 2 sisters Irene Yoder and Esther Zook.
In accordance with Ethel's wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2008 At 11:00 A.M. at the Fairview Mennonite Church with Pastor Jim Gerber officiating. Internment of ashes will be in the Fairview Cemetery at a later date.

Arrangements were by Lashley Funeral Home.


 
 

Mr Conrad J. Wojciechowski Sr.
October 19, 2008

Mr.Conrad J. Wojciechowski, Sr. age 80, of Fairview, passed away Sunday, October 19, 2008 at his home.
Visitation from 11A.M. -1 P.M. on Wednesday, October 22, 2008 at the Mio Church of God with Funeral Services being held at 1 P.M. with Pastor Mike Stadelmayer officiating. Interment at Fairview Cemetery, with Military Honors offered by the Luzerne American Legion Post# 162.
Mr. Wojciechowski was born in Detroit on March 20, 1928 to Bernard and Anna (Schumborg) Wojciechowski. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean Era. Conrad married Callie Rose on September 6, 1952 in Detroit. They moved to Fairview 21 years ago from Detroit, where Conrad had worked as a meat cutter for A&P. Conrad was a member of the Mio Church of God for many years.
Mr. Wojciechowski is survived by his wife, Callie Rose; his children: Marci Hannah of East Pointe, Ml; Cheryl (Jim) Piornack of Sterling Heights, Ml; Conrad (Marge) Wojciechowski, Jr. Of Mio, Ml; Bernard (Michelle) Wojek of Grand Blanc, Ml; and Sam (Kris) Wojciechowski of St. Clair Shores, Ml; 12 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, 2 brothers, and 1 sister.
These arrangements were entrusted to Lashley Funeral Home of Mio, Michigan.


 
 
Lena Mary Palmer
October 16, 2008

Lena Mary Palmer

Mrs. Lena Mary (Bires) Palmer, 96, of Fairview, MI. died Thursday, October 16th, 2008 at The Home at AuSable Valley Community, Fairview, Michigan, formerly of Luzerne. Viewing Sunday 4-9 P.M. at Lashley Funeral Home, Inc and Monday 10-11 A.M. at St. Mary Catholic Church. Vigil Prayer Service 7 P.M. Sunday at The Lashley Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Mary Catholic Church, Mio, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, October 20th, with Father Raymond Cotter officiating.

Lena was a Home maker who enjoyed quilting and needle work. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, St Mary Altar Society and a former member of The Women's Fellowship of Emma Lowery Congregational Church, Luzerne.

Lena is survived by: a daughter, Susan (Richard) Schramm of Luzerne; a son, Robert (Debbie) Palmer of Grovetown, Georgia; two step daughters, Betty (Ed) Knauf of Mio, Charlotte (Clancy) Avery of Mio; 11 Grandchildren, 21 Great-Grandchildren, 6 Great-Great Grandchildren and numerous Nieces and Nephews. Lena is also survived by her sister, Helen and brother, George.

She is preceded in death by her parents; Husband Dudley Palmer; Brothers and Sisters: Frank, Emily, John, Ann, Mary, Joe, Andy, Mike, and three Grandchildren.

Family request donations to Heartland Hospice of West Branch P.O. Box 667 West Branch, Mi. 48661 or to St Mary Catholic Church, Mio.

Arrangements By Lashley Funeral Home, Inc., Mio


 
 

Edward V. "Sonny" Baker
October 15, 2008

Mr. Edward V. "Sonny" Baker, Jr., age 71, of Luzerne, passed away Wednesday, October 15, 2008 at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City, Ml.
Visitation from 7-9 P.M. Thursday, October 16, 2008 with a Rosary offered at 8 P.M. by St. Mary's Catholic Church, Mio at Lashley Funeral Home, Mio, Ml. Visitation also held on Friday, October 17, 2008 from 3-9 P.M. at Voran Funeral Home, Taylor, Ml. A Mass of Christian Burial celebrated on Saturday, October 18, 2008 at 10:30 A.M. at the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church in Allen Park, Ml with Fr. Joseph S. Mallia officiating. In accordance with Edward's wishes, cremation will follow.
Mr. Baker was born on June 20, 1937 to Edward V. and Bertha (Adams) Baker, Sr. in Long Beach, California. He served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps. Edward had worked as a general foreman for General Motors. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Mio; the Mio Moose Lodge #1035; Luzerne American Legion Post # 162 and the Oscoda County Cruisers.
Mr. Baker is survived by his wife, Stephanie; his children: Diane (Tom) Oberhausen; Cheryl (Frank) Johnson; David E. Baker; Russell K. (Sandy) Baker; and Penny T. (Harold) Zukowski; 17 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren and a son-in-law Larry Waske Edward was preceded in death by his parents, a son: Edward A. Baker; and a daughter: Cindy Waske.
These arrangements were entrusted to Lashley Funeral Home of Mio, Michigan, and Voran Funeral Home of Taylor, Ml.


 
 
Sarah M. Lockwood
October 13, 2008

Mrs. Sarah M. Lockwood, age 95, of Mio, passed away Monday, October 13, 2008 at the Home at AuSable Valley Community, Fairview.
Visitation Thursday, October 16, 2008 from 1-9 P.M. at Lashley Funeral Home, Mio, Ml. Funeral Service held on Friday, October 17, 2008 at 11 A.M. at Lashley Funeral Home with Pastor Mike Stadelmayer officiating. Interment at Fairview Cemetery.
Mrs. Lockwood was born on July 18, 1913 in Fairview to Albert E. & Eleanor (Crank) Pearsall. She was raised in Oscoda County. She married Robert Lockwood in Flint in 1959, where they resided until moving to Mio in 1978. She was a homemaker who enjoyed needlework and gardening. Sarah was a former member of the Montmorency Chapter of the D.A.V. Auxiliary #80.
Mrs. Lockwood is survived by her children: George (Loretta) Brown of Tennessee; Edwin (Thela) Brown of Mio; and Eleanor Mclntyre of Florida; 13 Grandchildren and many great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Sarah was preceded in death by her second husband Robert Lockwood on Nov. 16, 1997; an infant son and two infant daughters; two grandsons: Ricky Mclntyre and Charlie Brown; three brothers: Elgin, Albert and Arthur Pearsall; six sisters: Etta Wiedbrauk, Eleanor Costello, Dorothy Mills, Violet Gunn, Helen Baldwin and Thena Smith; and a son-in-law Ronald Mclntyre.
Arrangements by Lashley Funeral Home of Mio.


 
 

Otto Yost, Jr.
October 11, 2008

Mr. Otto Yost, Jr., age 87, of Mio, passed away Saturday, October 11, 2008 at Bay Regional Medical Center in Bay City.
Visitation Tuesday, October 14, 2008 from 4-9 P.M. at the Lashley Funeral Home, Mio, and again from 10 A.M. until funeral service at 11 A.M. on Wednesday, October 15, 2008 at the Mio Baptist Church with Pastor Glynn McMorris officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery.
Mr. Yost was born on June 1, 1921 to Otto H. and Mary (Peaka) Yost, Sr. in Detroit, Michigan. As a young child, the family moved to Mio. He served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII. Otto married Ruth Mae (Williamson) Yost on June 29, 1946, and they moved to Mio that same year. Otto worked with his father in the plumbing and heating business; and later with his sons in Yost Plumbing and Heating. Otto was a Charter Member of the Mio Baptist Church. He enjoyed hunting, and model trains.
Mr. Yost is survived by his sons: Randy (Edieth) Yost of Indian River, Ml; Mark (Jan) Yost of Spring Hill, FL; and Tim (Delma) Yost of Mio; his "Adopted Son" Tom Huber of Mio; his sister-in-law June Yost of Canton, Ml; 10 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren and 2 nephews & their families: David and Daniel Yost. Otto was preceded in death by his wife Ruth M. Yost in 1992; and his brothers: Chester and Quinten.
Memorial Donations may be made to the Mio Baptist Church - Family Center. Arrangements by Lashley Funeral Home, Mio.


 
 
Rowena M. Peckham - UPDATED
October 9, 2008

Mrs. Rowena M. Peckham, age 86, of Comins, passed away Thursday, October 9, 2008 at the Medilodge of Hillman.
In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2008 at 1:00 PM at The Comins Eagles Club, Aerie #3544.
Mrs. Peckham was born on April 4, 1922 and raised in Ionia, Michigan. She married Howard Beckham in 1952 in Lowell, Michigan. They moved to Comins in 1957. She was a homemaker who was a member of the Comins Eagles Club and the Lowell Moose Club.
Rowena is survived by her husband Howard; her children: Lil Moody of Davenport, FL, Henry Smith of Comins, Ml, Clara Burgett of Sebewaing, Ml, and Sue Kappen of Cass City, Ml; three sisters: Eleanor Attenburger, Dora Barker, and Edna Ray; 14 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren, and 7 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister Cherri Vargo.
Arrangements by Lashley Funeral Home of Mio.


 
 
Sandra L. Miles
October 7, 2008

Mrs. Sandra L. Miles, age 51, of Fairview, passed away Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at her home.
In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. The Rosary will be recited by friends on Thursday, October 23, 2008 at 10:45 AM with a Memorial Mass Celebration, immediately following at 11:00 A.M. at St. Mary Catholic Church in Mio officiated by Fr. Raymond Cotter.
Mrs. Miles was born on April 25, 1957 to Rudolph and Ana (Ochoa) Lucero in Denver, Colorado. Sandra was raised in San Pablo, California, and she attended Contra Costa Community College there, where she received an Associate's Degree. She married Clair Miles in San Pablo, and they moved to Fairview in 1991. Sandra was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Mio, where she worked as the Parish Secretary. She was a lifetime member of Farmfest Music Organization of Johannesburg; a volunteer and lifetime member of the Nor'Easter's "Live Mike" at Steiner Museum; a member of the Huron Humane Society and a member of the Mio Study Club.
Mrs. Miles is survived by her husband Clair "Bud" Miles; her mother Ana Lucero of Fairview; her stepchildren: Jeffrey S. (Cynthia) Miles, Janeen Stacy Miles, and Jill Sandra Miles; and her step-granddaughter Tessa Grace Miles.
Arrangements by Lashley Funeral Home of Mio.


 
 
Ted J. Contratto
October 6, 2008

Mr. Ted J. Contratto, age 50, of Luzerne, passed away Monday, October 6, 2008 at Mercy Hospital in Grayling.
In accordance with Ted's wishes, cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held at The Mio Moose Lodge # 1035, on Thursday, October 16, 2008 at 1 P.M.
Mr. Contratto was born on October 23, 1957 to Clarence and Anna Mae Contratto in Detroit, Michigan. Upon his retirement from the General Motors Romulus Plant in August of 2006, he moved from Dearborn to Luzerne, where he was a member and the Acting Governor of The Mio Moose Lodge #1035 and was also a member of the The Sons of the American Legion in Luzerne. He enjoyed fishing, building construction, woodworking, kayaking and riding ATV's and motorcycles.
Mr. Contratto is survived by his wife Arleen; parents Clarence and Anna Mae Contratto
of Dearborn; children: Joseph Contratto of Westland and John Levitt of Redford,
Ml; stepchildren: Tammy Faiman of Lupton and Benjamin Bloss of Monroe, Ml; sister Cindy (Dale) Knapp of Woodhaven, Ml; brother Tom (Paula) Contratto of Bloomfield Hills, MI and 4 step grandchildren.
Arrangements by Lashley Funeral Home of Mio.


 
 
Norma J. O'Connor
October 1, 2008

Mrs. Norma J. O'Connor, age 79, of Mio, passed away Wednesday, October 1, 2008 at the Home at AuSable Valley Community in Fairview.
Visitation Saturday, October 4, 2008 from 11 A.M. -1 P.M. at Lashley Funeral Home, Mio, Ml, until Funeral Services at 1 P.M. with Pastor Russell Bowman officiating. Interment will follow at Kittle Cemetery.
Mrs. O'Connor was born on December 3, 1928 to Roy Frank and Rosalia (Marsh) Dierck in Millington, Michigan. Norma spent most of her childhood growing up in the Mio area. She married Jerry O'Connor on June 7, 1948. They had one son, Patrick Michael, who was born September 11, 1949. Patrick married Elizabeth Stone and had one daughter, Tamara O'Connor, born in 1972. He later married Betty Santioger, and they had two sons: Jeremiah Joseph, born in 1979, and Christopher Michael, born in 1982. Her daughters-in-law still reside in Florida. Jerry served his country in the U.S. Navy, retiring after 22 years. They then moved to Merritt Island, FL and made their home there. Jerry worked at the NASA Space Center for 15 years before his second retirement. Norma loved their Merritt Island home dearly. She watched the dolphins and all sorts of ocean life from her back porch. In 1989, Norma and Jerry moved back to Michigan to be with their son Patrick in Mio.
Mrs. O'Connor is survived by her sister Dorothy (Everette) Bugg of Curran; her brother Roy James (Dawn) Dierck of Newberry.MI; her grandchildren Tamara O'Connor and Christopher O'Connor of Florida; one great-grandchild Andrew Peaden; her sisters-in law: Betty (Chet) Banaszak of Bay City and Carol (Charles) Galbraith of Fairview; her brother-in-law Gordon (Fran) Moore of Mio, and many nieces and nephews. Norma was preceded in death by her father Roy on August 20, 1979; her mother Rosalia on September 7,1982; her husband Jerry, on July 12, 1998; her son Patrick, on February 17, 1993; her grandson Jeremiah Joseph; her sister Elaine (Robert) Taylor of Mio in 1999;and her brother Darrell (Mary Ann) Dierck of Mio in 1972.
Arrangements by Lashley Funeral Home of Mio