Obituaries

Carol Jane Sanderson

of Jackson, Michigan, formerly of Grass Lake, age 78, passed away Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at Faith Haven Senior Care Centre in Jackson. She was born June 25, 1946, in Jackson, Michigan, the daughter of George Edward and Lucille May (Hoover) Sanderson.

Carol was a Chelsea High School graduate, class of 1964. She lived her entire life in the Chelsea, Grass Lake area. She enjoyed researching the family genealogy, needlepoint, crocheting, and acquiring many unique collections.

Special thanks for the caring staff at Faith Haven Senior Care and Heart to Heart Hospice.

Marilyn Lee Nason

Lee Nason, born Marilyn Lee Fischer, of Berkeley, California, passed away on January 29, 2025, in Canton, Michigan at the age of 95. She was born December 14, 1929, the daughter of Torsten R. and Agnes (Kahler) Fischer.

Lee was married twice, to Edwin Silva in 1948 and to Robert Nason in 1956. Lee is survived by a daughter, Jennifer Lee Nason and two grandsons, Isaiah Davis and Dylan McBride. She was preceded in death by a brother, Robert E. Fischer.

Matilda Harriet “Harriet” Brouwer

of Dexter, Michigan, age 90, died Sunday, February 2, 2025, at St. Joseph Hospital in Ann Arbor. She was born February 9, 1934, in Alton, Iowa, the daughter of William and Matilda (Muyskens) Korver.

Harriet graduated from Northwestern Junior College in Iowa, studying Elementary Education. She taught for a few years, raised her family, and then was a buyer for three different medical companies. Harriet was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church in Ann Arbor, where she served as Deacon several times and served on the Mission Committee, including three trips to the Philippines. She also served with the local Habitat for Humanity. Harriet enjoyed arranging dried weeds and flowers and tending to her beautiful gardens.

David George Hager

January 29, 1939 – January 30, 2025

David George Hager, 86, passed away peacefully under hospice care on January 30, 2025, in Longview, Texas, surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Ann Arbor on January 29, 1939, to George and Rolene Hager, David took great pride in being known as the last baby to be delivered at home by Dr. Carl Fry. A proud student of Ann Arbor High School Class of 1956, he carried a strong work ethic and deep loyalty to family, friends, and community throughout his life.

At age 17, David enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. From 1956 to 1959, he was stationed in the Hawaiian and Philippine Islands, forming lifelong bonds with fellow Marines and developing an enduring sense of discipline and commitment.

After returning home, David dedicated himself to a hardworking, blue-collar career that spanned 42 years. He took immense pride in providing for his family while also making time to coach baseball for his younger brothers and sons. His leadership and passion for the game left a lasting impression on many young athletes.