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Robert H. Kadlec

Robert H. Kadlec, age 87, passed away Friday, October 3, 2025. He was born in Racine, Wisconsin, on June 11, 1938, to Alice (Chernohorsky) and Henry Kadlec. His life started on a small garden farm with outhouses and horse-drawn implements; and ended near his desk with two personal computers.

He graduated first in his class at William Horlick High School in Racine in 1954, and received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin in 1958, one of only two people to finish that program with an all-A transcript. He received his Masters and PhD Degrees from the University of Michigan in 1959 and 1962. Robert then taught traditional chemical engineering at the University of Michigan for 32 years, advancing to full professor. During that time, he was affiliated with professional engineering organizations, and published dozens of papers on various ChE subjects in conjunction with over two dozen doctoral students. Bob was editor of the Journal of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers from 1975 – 1986. Robert was named professor emeritus of chemical engineering on May 31, 1995.

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Eileen Cheek

Eileen Cheek, age 101 passed away on September 23, 2025, at Chelsea Retirement Community in Chelsea, Michigan. She was named Dorothea Eileen Hoff, but to friends and family was always known as Eileen. She was born September 24, 1923, near New Madison, Ohio to Harry and Hester Marie Hoff. She was one of 5 children. She married the love of her life, Forrest Cheek, her Navy guy, on June 24, 1945.

She worked at several different jobs including working at a greenhouse, and a job making reflective signs and screen printed cards. Perhaps her most interesting job was during WWII, when she worked at Kilgore’s Manufacturing in Westerville, Ohio. Her job there was to put gunpowder in fuses for bombs. She attended Otterbein College for a year and then transferred to the Ohio State University where she graduated with a degree in Home Economics Education. She and Forrest started their family in 1947.

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Rodney Lee Bennett

Rodney Lee Bennett of Chelsea, Michigan, formerly of Ypsilanti, age 72, passed away Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at his home under hospice care. He was born February 16, 1953, in Ypsilanti, Michigan, the son of Myron Lee and Jessie Mae (Fritz) Bennett.

Rodney worked for Ford and Chrysler in Motorcraft Research and Development, and was a Firefighter for Scio Township for many years. He was proud to be a firefighter and was happy being able to serve people as a first responder. He was a big outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting and fishing, and coaching sports. Rodney was passionate about hot rods, racing, street cars, and loved riding and working on motorcycles. Rodney attended Covenant Church in Chelsea.

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John Joseph McPherson

John Joseph McPherson, age 84, passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at Tecumseh Place Assisted Living. He was born on March 22, 1941, in Southfield, Michigan, to Henry and Mary Elizabeth (Rider) McPherson.

John was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army and a former employee of Ford's in Ypsilanti. He had a passion for working on cars and golf carts for his friends and neighbors, and he dedicated his time to coaching youth baseball. An avid bowler and golfer, he enjoyed playing in various leagues and often golfed at Centerview Golf Course in Adrian. John was also a devoted fan of Lions football and Tigers baseball.

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Shiela Adams

Shiela Adams, formerly of Chelsea passed away peacefully September 20, 2025, into the arms of her husband Bob and to be in the Glory of Heaven with Jesus, her mom Mildred, dad Lewis and sister Gloria. We are sure she is dancing in the streets of gold and now able to see and hear.

She is survived by: Son Greg, Daughter Gwen, Stepdaughter Christine (Jason)

Grandchildren Raechel (DJ), Abby, Sarah, Brandon (Summer) and Theresa

Great-Grandchildren Zander, Gabriel, Arabella and Reese

Sisters May (Steve), Ruth, brother Jim and brother-in-law Ted

Many nieces and nephews who were so very special to her

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Charles William Brady

of Chelsea, Michigan, formerly of Stockbridge, age 73, passed away Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at Chelsea Hospital. He was born May 3, 1952, in Jackson, Michigan, the son of Ambrose and Gaynell Anne (Marx) Brady.

Charles was a Master Commercial Electrician and was part of the Union in Ypsilanti. He earned his Bachelor of Computer Science Degree from Michigan State University. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Cornelius and Cyprian Catholic Church in Leslie. Charlie was a recovering alcoholic and was proud of his 40 years of sobriety. He was a quiet person and enjoyed playing golf and poker with a group of guys; and was a member of True Nature Yoga Abhyanga.

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Joy Renee Sexton

born July 13, 1973 in Detroit was set free from the bonds of this earthly life on Sept 10, 2025. Left to remember her amazing but shortened life are her daughter Kynze Gilbert (19), her stepson Ken D. Gilbert (25), sister Chelsea Plymale, brother Ian Kummer, nephew Paul Heck, and her parents Lorin and Joseph Kummer. She leaves behind many other caring family members and dear friends. Her last few years found her also surrounded by devoted health care workers who were essential to her well-being during her illness and disability.

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