ADRIAN – Christine Elaine Morden, age 53, of Adrian, passed away, Tuesday, March 9, 2010, at her home.  She was born on December 13, 1956, in Adrian, to Roger and Mary Lou (Morgan) Chrisman, Sr.  On April 30, 1999, she married Graham Michael Morden in Toledo, Ohio, and he survives.  She had been employed with Pilkington for 25 years.  Christine loved spending time with her family, children and her grandchildren.  She enjoyed playing Bingo and working with her flowers and gardening.  In addition to her husband, she is survived by her parents; three sons, Graham Morden, Jr., Morgan Morden and Jason (Lena) George all of Adrian; one daughter, Harlie Morden of Adrian; one brother; Roger (Amy) Chrisman, Jr. of Adrian; three sisters, Deborah (George) Snyder of Canandaigua, Kimberly (Bruce) Saylor of Sand Creek and Tammy Chrisman of Adrian; two grandsons, Noah and Eric George; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.  She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Lewis Morgan, Florence VanNieuwenhze and Julian and Lucille Biggs.  Funeral services for Christine will be held on Friday, March 12, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian with Pastor Fritz Kruse officiating.  Burial will be in Dover Center Cemetery.  Visitation will be held on Thursday from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.  Memorial contributions may be made to the family of Christine Morden.  Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.

ADRIAN – George Walter Holloway, age 80, of Adrian died, Friday, March 5, 2010, peacefully at home with his family by his side.  He was born December 26, 1929, in Holloway, to Ronald G. and Elmetta (Parks) Holloway.  George served in the U.S. Army from 1948-1949, at Fort Hood, Texas and National Guard Reserves.  On October 18, 1948, he married Doris Prochnow, who preceded him in death on March 26, 2006.  George worked as a truck driver for City Cartage, Dundee Truck Line, Indian Head and Yellow Freight for 31 years of service.  Along with his wife, they owned and operated Holloway Café and G & D Holloway Lunch for 20 years.  He was a member of Palmyra Presbyterian Church.  He enjoyed camping at Cottonwood Resort, golf cart rides with granddaughter, Mikalah, food auctions, working horse shows and going to the fair with concession stands and traveling.  He loved being around his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  George is survived by two children, Bradley Holloway of Adrian and Diane (Tim) Maddox of Tecumseh; one brother, Kenneth Holloway of Farmington Hills, MI; three sisters, Florence (John) Mowery of Farwell, MI, Kathryn (James) Carpenter and Beverly (Kenneth) Baker both of Brooklyn, MI;  five grandchildren, Tashia (Randy), Jason (Tracy) , Dana (Matthew), Morgan and Melody; six great-grandchildren, Destiny, Andrea, Jenna, Ashlyn, Hudson and Mikalah; one step-brother; and three step-sisters.  In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Janet; three sisters, Dorothy, Betty and Verlo; and one step-brother.  Funeral services for George will be held on Wednesday, March 10, 2010, at 11:00 a.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian with Reverend Bob Bidwell officiating.  Burial will be in Lenawee Hills Memorial Park in Adrian with full military graveside services conducted by the V.F.W.  Annis-Fint Post #1584.  Visitation will be held on Monday from 6-8 p.m. and also on Tuesday from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m.     at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.  Memorial contributions may be made to Palmyra Presbyterian Church or to Hospice of Lenawee.  Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.

CHELSEA - Susan Conley Weeks, 68 of Chelsea, MI, died on March 2, 2010 at the Dominican Life Center in Adrian, MI after a long illness. Susan was born on February 24, 1942 in Detroit.  She is survived by her mother, Leone Watko Weeks of Saint Clair, brothers John Brian “Ben” (Margaret) Weeks of Lansing, and Jeff (Tracy) Weeks of Troy, seven nephews, two nieces and their families; loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Susan was a professor of religious studies for Siena Heights University for 25 years and prior to that at the University of Notre Dame. She served as an Assistant Dean at Siena Heights and was Director of the Program in Theological Studies. Susan spent her early professional life teaching art in grades K-12.  She was an Adrian Dominican Sister for 25 years; an alumna of Rosary High School in Detroit, Siena Heights University, Catholic University, and Aquinas Institute where she earned her doctorate of ministry. She was preceded in death by her father, Earl Burnett Weeks, D.O.; her brothers Earl “Sandy” Weeks and Thomas Weeks; and her beloved friend, John J. “Jack” Arbour.  Visitation will be held on Friday March 5^th from 2-4 and 6-8 pm, with a Prayer Service at 7 pm at Anderson Funeral Home in Adrian, MI. Visitation at 9:30, followed by a funeral mass on Saturday at 10:30 am in Holy Rosary Chapel on the Adrian Dominican Sisters campus. Father Bob Kelly, OP will officiate.   In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Adrian Dominican Sisters, 1257 E. Siena Heights Drive, Adrian, MI 49221 in Susan’s name. 

ADRIAN-Jeanette L. Westfall, age 84 of Adrian, died Monday, March 1, 2010, at the Lenawee Medical Care Facility.  She was born February 10, 1926, in Tecumseh, MI  to Casper and Naomi (Spitler) Horn.  On August 1, 1946, she married Fred H. Westfall.  He preceded her in death on August 9, 1979.  Jeanette enjoyed decorating, sewing and gardening.  She was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church.

Jeanette is survived by two daughters, Cynthia (James) McAuliffe of Wyoming, Michigan and Sharon (Donald) Payne of Jerome, Michigan; four grandchildren, Chad Wilkins, Michelle Nieto, Stacy Haraburda and Tracy Woodruff; nine great-grandchildren; two brothers, Dick ( Jane ) Horn of Marshall, Michigan and Glenn (Dorothy) Horn of Jackson, Michigan; and several nieces and nephews.  In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a son, Fred Westfall on December 23, 1994.  The Funeral Liturgy for Jeanette will be held Thursday, March 4, 2010, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church with Reverend David Hudgins as celebrant. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery.  Visitation will be held Wednesday from 2-4 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, where there will be a Vigil Prayer service held at 4:00 p.m. Visitation will also be held on Thursday morning from  9:00  a.m. until time of service at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.   Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.

CADMUS – Luella Lestia Potts, age 91, of Cadmus passed away, Saturday, February 27, 2010, at her home.  She was born May 10, 1918, in Dover Twp., to Orange A. and Adelia Miranda  (Grames) Knauss.  On August 3, 1940, she married Russell William Potts in Dover Twp.  He preceded her in death on October 3, 1988.  Luella was a teacher for 20 years at Hudson Schools until her retirement in June of 1987.  Luella was a member, teacher and elder at Cadmus Presbyterian Church.  She received her Bachelor of Science in Education Degree from Siena Heights College University.  Luella loved to write poems and many of them were published, some even internationally.  She received several outstanding achievements in Poetry Awards as well as the International Poet Merit Award.  She also received the Laureate Certificate from the International Library of Poetry and was in the International Who’s Who in Poetry.  She had poetry published in Wales and Noble House, London, England.  Luella is survived by two daughters, Joyce Potts of Cadmus and Joann (Barry) Peuterbough of Moro, IL; and one sister Meda VanNorman of Clayton.  In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, four brothers; six sisters and twin sons.  Funeral services for Luella will be held on Saturday, March 6, 2010, at 1:30 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian with Reverend John Kottke officiating.  Burial will be in North Dover Cemetery.  Visitation will be held on Friday from 4-8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Cadmus Presbyterian Church or to Hospice of Lenawee.  Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.

ADRIAN – Louise Mae Schermerhorn, age 82, of Adrian, passed away, Thursday, February 25, 2010, at Lenawee Medical Care Facility.  She was born May 4, 1927, in Adrian, to Clifford and Isabell (Peavey) Bradish.  On July 10, 1947, she married Earl Schermerhorn II in Nevada.  He preceded her in death on November 27, 1987.  She was a great mother, grandmother and loyal friend, who enjoyed spending time with her kids and grandkids.  She also enjoyed camping, bingo, playing cards, taking road trips on Sunday afternoons and watching the Detroit Tigers.  Enough thanks cannot be given for the prayers and support we have received from all her loving family and friends during these trying times.  Also great thanks and appreciation to Lenawee Medical Care Facility Aids and Nurses.  Louise is survived by two sons, Earl Michael (Rose) Schmermerhorn III of Manitou Beach and Larry Steven Schermerhorn of Adrian; three daughters, Gail Lynn Lowe of Jackson, MI, Linda Joy Schermerhorn of Adrian and Jill Diane (Don) Harris of Alvin, TX; one brother, Richard (Nancy) Bradish of CA; one sister Elsie Fetty of Adrian; 13 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren and a special friend, Betty.  In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; two daughters, Paula Sue Schermerhorn and Sharon (Schermerhorn) Neblo; granddaughter, Alice Marie Schermerhorn; and one grandson.  At Louise’s request, cremation has taken place.  A memorial service will be held at a later date.  Interment of cremains will be in Lenawee Hills Memorial Park. Arrangements were under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.

ADRIAN – Dr. Richard H. Gascoigne, age 75, of Adrian, passed away, Thursday, February 25, 2010, at Grand Court.   He was born July 22, 1934, in Kenosha, WI, to Clarence and Florence (Holt) Gascoigne.  Richard graduated from Richmond University in 1955 and then from the Medical College of Virginia in 1959.  He was a physician for 50 years in the Adrian area.  He is survived by his wife, Laurie, of 27 years; his former spouse, Anne; his children, Annette (Randy) Baker, Dr. Richard (Lynette) Gascoigne, Jr., James Gascoigne, William (Kelly) Gascoigne, James (Kathy) Hamlin and Melissa (Dan) Michael; eight grandchildren, Jacob and Nathan Denig, Aaron and Elizabeth Gascoigne, Jackelyn Hamlin, Bobby Melendez and Adam and Lauren Michael; a sister-in-law, Kathy Gascoigne and several nieces and nephews.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother, James Gascoigne, M.D.

Visitation for Richard will be held on Sunday from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.  Memorial services will be held on Sunday, February 28, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian with Dr. Fred Rohdes officiating.  Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee.  Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.

LEVERING, MICHIGAN-Hazel M. Bennett, age  88 , of Levering, Michigan formerly of Manitou Beach, Michigan died Tuesday, February 23, 2010  at 4:15 pm.  She was born February 12, 1922, in Franklin County, Alabama to James and Leona (Williams) Scott.  She was married to Lawrence H. Bennett on January 28, 1943.  He preceded her in death on November 22, 1988.  Hazel had been a resident of Manitou Beach for 25 years, and then moved to Homer. On April 11, 1994, she married Maynard Minier and moved to Onsted. He preceded her in death in May of 2002. She lived four years with her daughter, Judy, in Ypsilanti, Michigan and the last year with her daughter, Sandra, in Levering, Michigan. Hazel had worked at Lenawee Medical Care Facility and then later became a Live In Care Giver for the Elderly.  Hazel was a member of the West Rome Baptist Church and the Drive In Ministries of Devils Lake and Pinellas Park, Florida as member of the North American Missions, and also attended Gateway Community church in Onsted.  Hazel is survived by two sons, Gary Bennett and Larry (Pam) Bennett Jr., both of Kalamazoo; three daughters, Carolyn Black of Adrian, Sandra (Tom) Foster of Levering, and Judy (Robert) Morford of Ypsilanti; 23 grandchildren, and many great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Lawrence Bennett; her second husband, Maynard Minier; eight brothers and four sisters and one great granddaughter.  Funeral services will be held Friday, February 26, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home in Adrian, with Pastor Tom McMichael officiating. Burial will be Maple Shade Cemetery, Onsted. Visitation will be held Thursday, February 25 at 6:00 - 8:00 pm at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.   Hazel requested, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to  Drive-In Ministries, P.O. Box 680250, Prattville, Alabama 36068. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.

ADRIAN – Donald George Roback, age 71, of Adrian, died Tuesday, February 23, 2010, at Bixby Medical Center.  He was born March 15, 1938, in Adrian, to Arthur and Adeline (Tonneberger) Roback.  On July 19, 2003 he married Janice Britt and she survives.  Donald was a self-employed horse trainer.  He was a member of the Michigan Harness Horseman Association.  Donald was a farmer, a carpenter and he dearly enjoyed horses.  In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Rob (Rhonda) Roback,of Hillsdale; four step-sons, Mike Sterling of Adrian, Cliff Schill of Lake Elmo, MN, Dennis (Deb) Schill of WI, Steve (Rita) Britt of Indianapolis, IN; three daughters, Deb (Barry) Stahl of Rives Junction, MI, Beth Ann Hunter of Hamilton, AL and Vickie (Chris) Raburn of Adrian; three brothers, Roger Roback, Wayne Roback and Gordon Roback; two sisters, Jean Walker and Dorothy Waltz; 16 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by a son in-infancy, Kim; siblings, Elizabeth, Richard and Carl; and two step-daughters, Christi Durham and Lea Britt.  At Donald’s request, cremation has taken place.  There will be no public service or visitation.  Arrangements were under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.

ADRIAN-Dorothy Louise Breckel, age 86, of Adrian, died Monday, February 22, 2010.  She was born December 21, 1923, to David and Mary (Burt) Williams.  Dorothy married August H. Breckel, Jr. of Adrian on July 13, 1946.  In the 1960’s she became a Den Mother to Pack 32 of Birdsall.  She was president of both the Birdsall and Adrian PTA’s, Vice Chairman of the County Democrats, Secretary of the River Raisin Watershed Authority and was the Democratic candidate twice for the Office of Treasurer.  The Breckel’s were very involved with the Boy Scouts, Troop 32, hosting many campouts at the family farm on East Valley Road.  Following the death of her husband in 1981, she moved to Zephyrhills, Florida where she helped charter the Calusa Chapter of the DAR.  She was a member of the Lucy Wolcott Barnum Chapter DAR, Gleanor Adrian Arbor, Lenawee County Widowed Persons, and a life member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary #1584 of Adrian. Surviving are sons, Steven of Chicago, Allen (Kathryn), and daughter, Carol, all of Adrian; grandchildren; Jennifer and Kayla, Katie and Christopher, Amy and Gwen; great-grandchildren; Oriana, Chloie, Cameryn, Kenzie, Haley, and Shelby.  Preceding her in death was a daughter, Linda Breckel-Kruse and a son, Philip Breckel. Visitation for Dorothy will be held Friday, February 26, 2010 from 6-8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, 1448 Short St., Tecumseh.  Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday at the Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh, with Reverend Daryl Etheridge officiating. Burial will be in Brookside Cemetery.

ADRIAN – William F. “Fred” Wolkins, age 93, of Adrian, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at his son’s home. He was born May 27, 1916 in Toledo, Ohio to William L. and Clara (Smith) Wolkins. William served in the United States Navy. On February 14, 1954 in Adrian, he married Pauline Cohrs and she preceded him in death on November 20, 2002. He was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church. William founded the Typewriter Inspection Company in 1936.  He then joined the United States Navy where he worked at the Federal building in Detroit repairing typewriters. Moving back to Adrian, he founded Wolkins Office Supplies in 1966 and was later purchased by Copying Specialties. He was then employed by Typewriter Sales for many years retiring in 1991. He enjoyed bowling, fishing and playing euchre. William is survived by one son, William (Pamela) Wolkins of Adrian; one brother, Richard Wolkins of Wyandotte; two grandchildren, Paul (Tara) Rohlan, and Hope Rohlan; five great-grandchildren, Caitlin, Chelsea, Taylor, Christian, and Gabriella. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral services for William will be held on Friday, February 26, 2010 at 10:30 a.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church with Rev. Joel Sarrault officiating. Burial will be in Toledo Memorial Park. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee or St. John’s Lutheran Church. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.

CLINTON – Lee F. Peterson, age 67, of Clinton, died Thursday, February 18, 2010, at Charlotte Stephenson Manor in Adrian. He was born December 11, 1942 in Traverse City, MI to David Arvid Russell and Minnie Louise (Bassett) Peterson. He served in the U. S. Army. Lee retired from the Ford Motor Company, Saline Plant. He enjoyed bowling. Lee is survived by two brothers, Wayne (Sharon) Peterson of Ada, MI and Douglas (Toni) Peterson of Prophetstown, IL; one sister, Marjorie (Robert) Endriss of Lansing; and several nieces and nephews. At Lee’s request, cremation has taken place and a Gathering of Family and Friends will be held at the Community Room at the Country Villa Trailer Park, 12919 Tipton Hwy, Clinton, MI, on March 7, 2010, from 1-4 p.m.  Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee.  Arrangements are under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.  

ADRIAN-Ruby C. Jordan, age 92, of Adrian, died Sunday, February 21, 2010 at Lenawee Medical Care Facility. She was born February 18, 1918 in Weikle, WV to Lundy and Lucie (McMillion) Miller. She was married to Carl Jordan on March 3, 1934 in Mt. Hope, WV. Ruby lived in Oak Hill, WV for 34 years and then moved to Adrian where she has lived ever since. Ruby was a wonderful mother and loved dearly by all her children and will be sadly missed. She was a very kind, loving, and thoughtful neighbor and friend.

She was a member of the Bethany Assembly of God Church and the 50-Plus Group at Bethany.  She was former member of Bethel Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School for many years and was the past president of the Women’s Missionary Union. She also served as the past president of the Woman’s Christian Temperence Union. Ruby enjoyed gardening, flowers and writing letters. Ruby is survived by one son, Richard E. (Bonnie) Jordan of Onsted; three daughters, Norma Roe of Adrian, Rita Brown of Sand Creek and Lucie (James) McNeil of Adrian; nine grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband in October of 2000, three brothers, four sisters, one grandson, one son-in-law, Roy Roe. Funeral services for Ruby will be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 24, 2010 at Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian with Reverend Ron Sparks officiating. Burial will be in Lenawee Hills Memorial Park, Adrian. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. Memorial contributions may be made to Lenawee Medical Care Facility. Envelopes are available at Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.