Photo courtesy of Kimberly Lathrop Wooden.

Manchester Girl Scout troop 41773 made up of 9th and 10th graders held a cookie booth outside of the U of M Union on Saturday. “The sale was excellent! Kimberly Wooden did all the work securing permits to sell in front of U of M Union,” stated leader Cara Chandler. “Our troop made signs and sold out of Thin Mints, Samoas and Tagalongs! It was a cold 3-1/2 hours! Best cookie booth ever.”

If you interested in purchasing Girl Scout cookies, keep your eye out for a booth here in Manchester or, as Leader Kimberly Wooden states, “Leader Cara and I would be happy to help!”

You can order from troop 41773 by calling Wooden at (734) 323-4200″

Photo of Nick Krzyzaniak, courtesy of Carol Westfall.

submitted by Carol Westfall, Manchester High School Alumni Association

A 12-time letter winner, Nick Krzyzaniak played football, basketball and baseball at Manchester High School (MHS) and graduated in 1981. Nick is the son of Shirley and Richard Krzyzaniak. He played all three sports (a captain in each of them) throughout high school and was on several LCCA Championship teams. Nick was also selected Mr. Dutchman his senior year and was elected to the MHS Wall of Fame in the original class alongside his father, Richard Krzyzaniak, who graduated from MHS in 1949.

After graduation, Nick went on to Central Michigan University (CMU) where he was a member of the CMU Baseball team that won three Mid-American Conference Championships, and where he served as the team captain during his final season. He graduated in 1986 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (magna cum laude) and recently returned as the keynote speaker for CMU’s 2016 Graduation Commencement ceremony, where he received an Honorary Degree as Doctor of Commercial Science.

Nick has had a 26-year career with the Danone Company (Dannon here in the U.S.), a multinational food company. He has held over 12 positions, ranging from a Regional Sales Manager to Executive V.P. of Sales for Dannon U.S. from 1991 – 2006.  In 2006 he became President and Managing Director for Danone in the United Kingdom and Ireland, where he lived in London for over three years. He then returned to the U.S. where he was named President and CEO of Danone Waters for North America, later moving to Montreal, Canada while leading the Danone Canada division as President and CEO. Nick currently lives in Thornwood, New York, where he is General Manager for Danone North America.

Nick still has a strong passion for sports, family trips, and hunting adventures. Although his career and travels have taken him all over the world, he remains proud of his Manchester roots – family, school and sports. When he thinks back to his high school days, Nick has special memories of winning a football championship with his older brother Rick, and a baseball championship with his younger brother Jim, not to mention some great coaches in Jim Fielder, Bart Bartels and Wes Gall. Nick believes that those MHS sports experiences, plus lessons learned from his parents about hard work, dedication, commitment, and working together on the family farm, provided him with a solid foundation of values and beliefs that have contributed to his success and still drive him today.

The MHS Alumni Association is proud of its many alumni – like Nick Krzyzaniak – who have had a strong start in Manchester. Our Alumni Association is dedicated to celebrating the MHS alumni history and supporting our future alumni through scholarships and encouragement.

For additional information about the Manchester High School Alumni Association, its June 17th Alumni Banquet, or the MHS Scholarship Fund, go to mhsdutchalumni@yahoo.com or call 734-428-0530.

His Legacy… Kelly, Stephen Michael, age 67 passed away February 5, 2017 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Chelsea, MI. He was born on November 17, 1949 in Crawfordsville, IN to Billy and Wanda (Jones) Kelly. Stephen married the love of his life, Vicky Robinson, in Bloomington, IN in August of 1974. He was a pilot and captain for various airlines. Stephen enjoyed baling hay on the farm, working with tractors, riding motorcycles, reading, and collecting guns. He was also musically inclined, playing trombone and guitar. He received a Bachelor’s degree at Indiana University. He was a member of Quiet Birdmen’s Club, the NRA, and was a gun dealer. Stephen will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

His Family… Stephen leaves behind his wife; and children, Amanda and James. He is also survived by his mother; siblings, David (Michele) Kelly of Waxahachie, TX, Beth (Joseph Rogers) Kelly of Norcross, GA; and niece and nephew, Joy and Michael. Stephen is preceded in death by his father.

His Farewell… Stephen’s Community Farewell was held on Saturday, February 11, 2017 at 2 pm with a gathering prior at the Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Legacy Event Center, Manchester. Memorial donations may be given to a charity of your choice. Please sign Stephen’s guestbook at www.borekjennings.com or leave a message of comfort for the Kelly family by calling 877-231-7900.

Manchester High School

High Honors

12th Grade

Allen, Rachel J
Andreone, Madison N
Ballard, Braeden A
Baskins, Caitlyn W
Beck, Nicole A
Bradshaw, Hannah L
Campbell, Courtney R
Collins, Riley J
Depp, Julia E
Engel, Lorna M
Fegan, Rachel A
Goodell, Caleb M
Grigonis, Tyler J
Hamilton, Abbegail J
Harris, Emma C
Hassan, Benjamin R
Herron, Amelia G
Ingram, Nehemiah K
Krzyzaniak, Grace E
Matson, Carren M
Matson, Jacob H
Moore, Alexa M
Mutchler, Aaron M
Sharifi, Aliyah S
St. Charles, Victoria E
Thompson, Ian M
Vlcek, Abigail M
Wagner, Shelby A
West, Grace P
Westcott, Loretta C
Whitney, Ethan W
Woods, Ethan H

11th Grade

Asplund, Stefan F
Bargardi, Dominic D
Brickley, Derek R
Clark, Alexander M
Davila, Alyssa J
Denby, Cameron E
Depp, Charles P
Derheim, Paul W
Grebe, Joseph A
Heisey, Catherine F
Kominars, Samantha R
Penberthy, Emily A
Pierce, Claudia G
Radcliff, Noah G
Riske, Jason M
Rowader, Meaghan M
Schook, Hope E
Schriber, Lauren E
Smith, Zachary R
St. Charles, Lillian J
Walz, Claudia R
Zimmer, William C
Zink, Skylyr E

10th Grade

Boote, Jocelyn R
Bortmas, Quenton W
Bourland, Paige E
Cole, Autumn J
Daniels, Calvin S
DeWolfe, Ashley L
Edwards, Rayna K
Ernst, Mitchell K
Foltz, Hannah C
Geldner, Mikayla A
Good, McKenna L
Haist, Ellyn L
Herron, Elijah N
Huff, Logan E
Humphrey, Jayden L
Kelly, Devon R
Lebert, Isabelle J
McPhail, Paige M
Mrocko, Emma L
O’Hotzke, Elizabeth N
Pohs, Kate A
Ridenour, Carson D
Rolak, Kennedy A
Spitler, River D
Thompson, Erin F
Tinsley, Kaitlyn E
Westcott, Luther M
Whitney, Owen R

9th Grade

Ball, Mikayla A
Bargardi, Natalie F
Baron, Annelise M
Blumenauer, Hayley E
Blumenauer, Lee D
Bourland, Quinn S
Bradshaw, Mary M
Caszatt, Braeden W
Darr, Alyssa L
Fether, Taryn L
Gebhardt, Drew A
Harris, Madelyn K
Latimer, Molly E
Mann, Megan M
Mrocko, Elizabeth A
Riske, Jordan L
Rogowski, Owen R
Rowader, Jacob G
Smith, Alyssa L
Spitler, Rylee S
Stace, Matthew T
Toner, Katelyn M
Vlcek, Caitlin M
West, Miles R
Wozniak, Jennifer R

Honors

12th Grade

Alexa, Logen W
Bennett, Tyler J
Bristle, Bradley R
Brown, Colten S
Burch, Abigail L
Carson, Hunter R
Cowen, Chloe K
Denby, Taylor W
Doster, Leah C
Edwards, Kelsey L
Good, Jordan A
Greenfield, Jared A
Grinnell, Madison L
Holcombe, James M
Johnson, Alivia S
Johnson, Natalie P
Kemeter, Selena K
Lacy, Jack M
Mayes, Garrett G
McGee, Matthew J
Mrocko, Olivia G
Novak, Dylan A
Osborne, Delanie J
Parcher, Zackary R
Psarouthakis, John G
Rasch, Cassidy K
Reppert, Allison N
Rickelmann, Augustus R
Riley, Lauren E
Rolf, Crystal L
Sangster, Sean J
Schmidt, Nickalis D
Scott, Caitlin M
Slade, Jansen B
Thompson, Carl K
Tindall, Nicholas C

11th Grade

Blumenauer, Kurtis R
Brower, Sirona B
Bruestle, Cole R
Cecconie, Cozette J
Cole, Rylee A
Copley, Rachel M
Crouch, Cooper D
Dodak, Jacob M
Ebersberger, Taylor A
Elliott, Tyler J
Fields, Ryan M
Finley, Lauryn E
Fulps, Madison A
Johnson, Peter A
Kangas, Schyler J
Kunzelman, Ryan S
Martin, Amanda E
McKenzie, Bria G
Sharrow-Ducsay, Ava E
Spangler, Brandon M
Spangler, Cameron G
Spangler, Kaylee D
Sprau, Lauren M
Steele, Noah L
Tedder, Jesse N
Tindall, Alyssa M
Zigila, John D

10th Grade

Andreone, Vada J
Armstrong, Cullen C
Beck, Samuel J
Bross, Gillian R
Bunn, Joshua D
Chandler, Zachary M
Collins, Avery L
Creffield, Sophie V
Dobis, Johnathon A
Dresch, Reese L
Edwards, Ashley L
Engel, Cody T
Farmer, Alik D
Fierro Vazquez, Lenin A
Frey, Timothy L
Fryt, Jaydin G
Haglund, Tyler T
Hayes, Brayden J
Hock, Alyvia G
Kurasz, Kaitlin R
Lacy, Jessica M
Langbehn, Brooke L
Lobbestael, Eli P
Lowery, Chance M
McNett-Tremblay, Thomas J
Messman, Stephanie T
Morse Koch, Allen M
Ostrom, Zoe P
Palmeter, Jorren P
Pietrzyk, Mackenzie L
Pringle, Anna C
Rovenko, Nikolai J
Sangster, Austin J
Sharifi, Samira M
Shrewsbury, Gale E
Vershum, Jacob H
Villarreal, Ricardo K
Vogel, Kayla M
Wagner, Maxwell A
Walkowe, Ellen E
Wallace, Aubrey N
Walz, Anna E
Walz, Olivia K
Withrow, Travis A
Woods, Hannah A

9th Grade

Alexa, Payton L
Belue, Randall A
Bonner, Kathryn E
Bristle, Marcy M
Campbell, Jordan M
Cox, Brenna L
Dalton, Olivia M
Diuble, Lillian G
Drake, Aana N
Engel, Kayla M
Gaydosh, Caitlin A
Hahne, Konrad O
Hartley, Emma L
Hayslip, Cameron G
Hiller, Liam A
Horky, Tyler M
Klepi, Suzzanna R
Koch, Brandon P
Kurgin, Jacob K
Lamirand, Jordyn K
McCaffrey, Collin D
Nitchie, Lauren E
Penberthy, Ian R
Phillips, Nicholas C
Pope, Gibson A
Psarouthakis, Taylor G
Radcliff, Gabriella M
Reames, Jensen E
Reppert, Megan E
Rogowski, Joseph A
Rollins, Ryan C
Romej, Hanna L
Shelby, Jacob J
Sowers, Isabella A
Tracy, Bernice L
Vincent, Seth A
White, Aiden S

HIGH HONORS

8th Grade
Adams, Christina
Blumenauer, Katelyn
Brown, Starr
Corwin, Andrew
Dodak, Jenna
DuRussel, Mallory
Gebhardt, Gweneth
Keast, John
Kerns, Carli
Mann, Ryan
Messman, Jacob
O’Hotzke, Sarah
Phillips, Jessica
Ridenour, Kayla
Vogel, Madison
Waters, Amelia
Waters, Phoenix
Woods, Victoria
Zimmer, Nathan
Zink, Mykaela

7th Grade
Allion, William
Anderson, Haley
Bargardi, Anthony
Beck, Amy
Beerens, Seth
Blaine, Rachel
Booth, Nathan
Burch, Elizabeth
Cocco, Anna
Creffield, Aiden
Cubberly, Cerine
Culver, Ava
Dalton, Ashton
Edwards, Maxwell
Enzer, Mya
Fountain, Hannah
Froreich, Trent
Hayes, Brooklyn
Kelly, Aiden
Marsh, McKenna
McCready, Lily
McNiven, Clark
Salzano, Kirsten
Schultz, James
Smith, Zachariah
Tackett, Elise
Tar, Grant
Thompson, Evan
Vogel, Megan
Wallace, Madalyn
White, Sadie

6th Grade
Adams, Samuel
Allion, Karissa
Beerens, Emily
Blumenauer, Brandon
Corwin, Garrett
DeZwaan, Sarah
DuRussel, Dayton
Grebe, Markus
Hahne, Mathilda
Hartley, Andrew
Hayslip, Alexander
Helmke, Grace
Helquist, Thomas
Huff, Derek
Kippnick, Logan
Koch, Allison
Kominars, Hannah
Lehman, Bradyn
Luckhardt, Livia
Mann, Ashlee
Milkey, Olivia
Miller, Megan
Monschau-Johnson, Charles
Reames, Cassidy
Rentfro, Audrey
Sangster, Mary
Schenk, Karlee
Schmitt, Mason
Sloan, Alexis
Smith, Cody
Smith, Jacob
Somerville, Luke
Taylor, Elizabeth
Taylor, Emma
Warboy, Megan

5th Grade
Anderson, Hunter
Benedict, Alexandria
Blumenauer, Luke
Bushaw, Oliver
Cocco, Peter
Duffing, Kannon
DuRussel, Jaxon
Fether, Peyton
Foulke, Bodi
Horky, Carson
Huddleston, Phoebe
McNiven, Linnie
Meyer, Mason
Narsesian, Isabelle
Peterson, Eli
Popejoy, Avery
Somerville, Meghan
Woods, Emma
HONORS

8th Grade
Costella, Linzy
Davila, Anthony
Grinnell, Ellie
Hayes, Colbie
Hovater, Colin
Hutchison, August
Lauer, Alyssa
Lyos, Brooklynn
Mann, Jacob
Mann, Jessica
Miller, Jonathon
Riley, Liam
Sayer, Makayla
Schulte, Madeleine
Tanner, Leilani
Taylor, Hayden
Thompson, Mia
Tungate, Parker
Van Vuuren, Griffin
Wehrly, Henry
Wiseman, Avery

7th Grade
Barnard, John
Briggs, Alexis
Bunn, Jacob
Bunn, Jared
Chizek, Madison
Cummings, Christopher
Denby, Jacob
Dennis, Maegan
Diuble, Abigail
Flint, Clara
Porter, Jordyn
Harvey, Bret
Hiller, Adelynne
Huddleston, Nathan
Katke, Madison
Klepi, Brianna
Lanehart, Preston
Lutton, Morgan
MacKenzie, Preston
McPhail, Ian
Moore, Michael
O’Toole, Thomas
Rasch, Karissa
Steele, Mia
Stemen, Bobby
Thorson, Kayla

6th Grade
Ahrens, Elayne
Amburgey, Anna
Amrhein, Ryan
Arntz, Michelle
Carson, Wyatt
Dennis, Sara
Desbrough, Nathan
Ernst, Madelyn
Fields, Wyatt
Gautz, Benjamin
Hock, Emma
Hock, Sara
Howe, Lilli
Johnson, Jenna
Kippnick, Caiden
Kippnick, Nathan
Lutes, John
McGuigan, Jaxon
Miller, Matthew
Morin, Jacob
O’Brien, Connor
Penney, Caleb
Shepherd, Ella
Taylor, Katherine
VanBogelen, Kalli
Woods, Maxwell
Zimmer, Natalie

5th Grade
Austin, Miranda
Beagle, Jordynn
Blaine, Lauren
Blumenstein, Danielle
Clarke, Lyncoln
Coluccy, Jack
Davila, Brandon
Dykstra, William
Farmer, Alicia
Feldkamp, Carol
Gale, Addison
Karn, Lilley
Kelly, Ryan
Kerns, James
Klein, Peyton
Krause-Bean, Curtis
LaVigne, Landon
Majewski, Grace
Marsh, Claire
Parks, Wesley
Paxton, Amelia
Radcliff, Savannah
Sheats, Lucas
Sprunk, Jozef
Swanson, Oscar
Woods, Gabriella

Riley Collins, the Manchester High School Student of the Month for February. Photo courtesy of Manchester High School.

The Student of the Month for February is Riley Collins. She is a senior at Manchester High School and the daughter of John and Erin Collins of Manchester.

During her high school career here at Manchester, Riley has been involved with the National Honor Society, Bow Tie Society, and the Spanish Club. She also played two years of soccer, two years of track and field, four years of volleyball, and four years of basketball.

In addition to her high school activities, Riley is active in helping at Little Dutch camps, reading at Klager for March is Reading Month, and handing out poppies on poppy day.

After high school, Riley will be playing basketball at Lake Superior State University while studying Pre-Dental.

Photo of Last year’s Paczki lining trays on every available work space.

Fat Tuesday is February 28th, and Jessica Bushaw of Frank’s in the Morning is preparing to make her delicious paczki.  Bushaw, single-handedly, makes fresh donuts Mon-Sat every week. Paczki Day is a special undertaking; for the last 3 years she and her assistants have started at 5pm Monday evening mixing the unique paczki dough. Then the dough is cut, fried, filled and rolled in powdered sugar, all by hand, to be ready by 5am Tuesday morning when the doors open.

For the second year in a row, Frank’s in the Morning will be offering their specialty cannoli paczki. Cannoli paczki must be pre-ordered, and cost $3 each. Traditional paczki, costing $1.50 each, will be filled with cherry, apple, white cream, Bavarian cream, and lemon.

Since she began selling paczki on Fat Tuesday Bushaw has sold out before 10am every year–even last year when she made over 1,000 paczki. To insure you and your family get your Fat Tuesday fill, she suggests pre-ordering by coming into Frank’s Place (104 E Main) during business hours, or calling 428-8003 or 428-8004. Orders will be accepted until Frank’s Places closes at 10pm on Sunday.

Frank’s in the Morning’s signature cannoli paczki pre-order at Frank’s

Happy 90th Birthday, Barb Hunget. Much love, from all your friends and family.

Barb Hunget. Photo courtesy of Kerry Buckels.

Leo James “Jim” Kessler (1929 – 2017)

His Legacy…Kensler, Leo James “Jim”, age 87 life-long resident of Manchester, MI passed away February 18, 2017 at St. Joseph Mercy Health. He was born on March 29, 1929 in Manchester at the family home, the son of Erwin A. and Louise (Kaig) Kensler. Jim proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He married Helen Jean Vail in Chelsea, MI on April 18, 1953 and she preceded him in death. He was a member of Emanuel United Church of Christ and served the Manchester Community as a firefighter for 42 years with 21 of those years as the Fire Chief. He was also a retiree of Ford Motor Co. in 1994 as a skilled tradesman and a member of the Manchester American Legion. Jim leaves a legacy of service and dedication to his family and community and he will be lovingly remembered.

His Family…Jim is survived by his children: Kim (Jim) Prager, Kris (fiancé – Dawn) Kensler, Kurt Kensler, Kyle (Keith) Johnson; siblings: Richard (Trudy) Kensler, Patricia (Joe) Fitzgerald and Mary (Harry) Johnson; 5 grandchildren: Kelsey Johnson, Joshua (Pam) Kensler, Kaitlyn Shutes, David (Katie Schings) Kensler, Sydni (Brian) Oliveto; great granddaughter: Lucy Kensler; sister-in-laws: Sue Kensler, Pranee Kensler and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. In addition to his wife, Jim was preceded in death by his brothers: Robert, William, Erwin and Pete.

His Farewell…Jim’s family greeted friends on Thursday, February 23, 2017 at the Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Legacy Event Center from 2 to 8pm. On Friday, the family gathered at 10am at Emanuel United Church of Christ until the time of Jim’s Community Farewell at 11am with Rev. Dr. David A. Williams officiating. In honor of Jim, memorial donations may be shared with the Dutchman Fire Association or St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. Please sign Jim’s guestbook at www.borekjennings.com or leave a message of comfort for the Kensler family by calling 877-231-7900.

Florence Ann Parr (1927 – 2017)

Her Legacy… Parr, Florence Ann, age 89, passed away February 20, 2017 at Cambrian Assisted Living in Tecumseh, MI. She was born on October 29, 1927 to Herman and Emma (Schnierle) Ashfal in Ann Arbor, MI. Florence married the love of her life, Floyd Parr, on August 28, 1948 at Manchester United Methodist Church. Her life-long career was that of a registered nurse. In her spare time, Florence liked to paint, sew, and arrange flowers. She was well known for her pies and cobbler. Florence and Floyd enjoyed playing Bridge, Euchre, and Dominos with family and friends. She will be remembered as a very loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and aunt to many nieces and nephews.

Her Family… Florence leaves behind her sons, Douglas (Diana), Kenneth (Peggy); daughter-in-law, Pat; grandchildren, Jodi, Kelly (Matthew), Jerrud, Amanda, Emily (Jeff); and great grandchildren, Donnie, Aranka, and Scarlett. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Floyd; son, Stanley; and sister, Ruth.

Her Farewell… Florence’s Community Farewell will be on Saturday, March 4, 2017 at 11am at Manchester United Methodist Church in Manchester, with a gathering beginning at 10 am until the time of service. Reverend Aaron Kesson will officiate. Memorial donations may be given to Manchester United Methodist Church or Great Lakes Hospice Foundation, 900 Cooper St, Jackson, MI 49202. Please sign her guestbook at www.borekjennings.com or leave a message of comfort for her family by calling 877-231-7900.

Thomas Gerald Eversole (1939 – 2017)

Thomas Gerald Eversole, age 77, of Manchester passed away on February 24, 2017 at the Lane Purcell Hospice House in Sumterville, Florida following a brief battle with cancer.

Thomas was born August 24, 1939 in Ann Arbor to Phillip and Hattie (Knickerbocker). On December 6, 1958 he married Beverly Green in Manchester and she survives. Thomas worked at Double A in Manchester and later the Ford Motor Company in Saline before retiring in 2000. He was an avid golfer and loved to repair motors and golf carts. He was considered a “jack of all trades” able to fix or make almost anything he attempted. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren and has wintered in Florida for the past 18 years.

In addition to his wife, Thomas is survived by his children, Bradley Eversole of Jackson, Brenda Britt of Clinton and Becky (Mike) Soubeyrand of Canton, his 5 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren as well as two brothers Dale and Ray Ebersole and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was proceeded in death by his parents, daughter Kimberly, 2 brothers Monroe and Lavern, sisters; Dorothy Thacker, Ruby Lowery, Betty Osborne, Ethel Nortley and Wilma Thompson.

A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

Nehemiah Ingram, with his parents Lynnette and Patrick Clark, receiving the March Student of the Month Award from MHS principal Kevin Mowrer at the March 2017 Civic Club meeting.

The Student of the Month for March is Nehemiah Ingram. He is currently a senior at Manchester High School. He is the son of Lynnette Clark and the stepson of Patrick Clark of Manchester.

During his high school career here at Manchester, Nehemiah has been a DECA chapter President. He is also a member of the Bow Tie Society and is the Spanish Club Vice President. Nehemiah has also been involved with Varsity Track.

In addition to his high school activities, Nehemiah is the team leader and fundraiser organizer of the 2016 Out of Darkness walk. He is also a 4-H member, a mentor, and the 2016 MLK Day keynote speaker at MMS. Nehemiah is also a Vacation Bible School volunteer, Ice Cream Social volunteer, Haiti Health Kit assembly volunteer, and a Relay for Life participant.

After high school, Nehemiah plans on attending Grand Valley State University to begin his journey of becoming a Physician’s Assistant.

Manchester Civic Club, in collaboration with the faculty and administration of Manchester High School, selects the Student of the Month from applicants based on academic achievement, leadership/participation in extra-curricular activities, and all around service to the school and community.

Barbara Elizabeth Kuhn was born November 11, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan. Died February 17, 2017, in Manchester, Michigan.

Before she retired, she was a RN for many years in the Head Pain Unit of Chelsea Hospital. She attended St. Mary’s Catholic School in Redford and went on to get her RN from Ferris and her LPN from Detroit.

Barb lived life to the fullest. She was fortunate enough to travel the world. She was a member of the Clinton Child Study Club, the Lenawee Town & Country Garden Club, and the Clinton Read’em & Eat Book Club.

Barbara is survived by her beloved son Ross, her brother Robert, his wife Jacqueline, and their children, Katie and Drew from Chicago. She was married for 28 years to Howard Kuhn and he survives. She was preceded in death by her mother Johnnie Cornwell and father Robert Anthony Cornwell.

A celebration of her life and funeral mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 24, 2017, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Chelsea, Michigan. Visitation will be held at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of mass. Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea.

Caitlyn Baskins. Photo courtesy of the Baskins family.

Manchester High School Senior flute player Caitlyn Baskins has earned a spot in the honors band at the Michigan Youth Arts Festival in May. Caitlyn earned this offer as one of the top scoring individuals in the Proficiency Exam portion of the State Solo & Ensemble Festival. She received a score of 97 on her Proficiency III Test. Caitlyn will be participating in the Michigan Youth Arts Festival Honors Band on May 18 – 20, 2017 on the campus of Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, MI.

Hough, Elizabeth J (Betty), age 86 of Apollo Beach, FL, formerly of Manchester and Houghton Lake, MI, passed away on March 19, 2017 in Sun City Center, FL. She was born March 9, 1931 in Dexter, MI, daughter of Harold and Agnes (Bell) Wheeler. She was preceded in death by her husband Charles. Betty drove school bus for Manchester Schools for many years. She was an avid bowler and enjoyed baking, crafting, euchre, and BINGO! She was past president of the Caribbean Isles Civic Association in Apollo Beach, FL. Betty is survived by her son Charles (Teresa) Hough and grandchildren Tim (Rosa) Hough and Rachel Hough; also Matt and Dave Herman and their families and her daughter Cathy. Cremation has taken place.

Josephine Watne (1922 – 2017)

Her Legacy….Watne, Josephine, age 94 passed away April 8, 2017 at Cambrian Assisted, Tecumseh. She was born on August 10, 1922 in Detroit, the daughter of Joseph and Mary Teresa (Barone) Stagliano. Josephine married Vernie Watne on August 1, 1964 and he preceded her in death in 1991. Josephine was a true “people person.” She loved her family and had a joyous zest for life. Josephine poured her talents into creating jewelry, mini doll house, playing the organ/piano or making her “famous” lasagne. Her spirit will carry on in the lives of those she loved.

Her Family….Josephine is survived by her children: James (Judy McGill) Preston, Barbara (Steve) Cook, Timothy (LouAnn) Preston, Robert (Pamela) Preston, Murline Watne, Jane (Denny) Alickson and Karen Watne; 12 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, Jo was preceded in death by 2 sisters, one brother and her grandson: Jimmy Preston.

Her Farewell…Josephine’s family greeted friends on Wednesday, April 12, at St. Mary Roman Catholic Church beginning at 9:30am followed by Mass at 11:30am with Rev. Fr. Bosco Padamattummal as Celebrant. Interment St. Mary Roman Catholic Cemetery. In honor of Josephine, memorial donations may be shared with St. Mary Roman Catholic Church, American Heart Association, or Hospice of Lenawee. Please sign Josephine’s guestbook at www.borekjennings.com or leave a message of comfort for the Watne family by calling 877-231-7900.