Obituaries

Joseph E. Williams

of Grass Lake, Michigan, formerly of Chelsea, age 53, died Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at Henry Ford Allegiance Hospice in Jackson. He was born March 22, 1971, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the son of James E. Williams II & Denise A. Houle.

Joe graduated from Chelsea High School, class of 1990. He earned his Associate's Degree in Technology from Baker College of Jackson. Joe worked for Penske out of Chrysler Proving Grounds as a Metrology Engineer. Joe had a passion for the outdoors, loved his dogs, and had a great sense of humor. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating, water skiing, swimming, and riding his motorcycle. He was baptized at St. Mary Catholic Church in Chelsea.

Mary Elizabeth Ward

of Chelsea, Michigan, age 61, died Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at Michigan Medicine in Ann Arbor after a short illness. She was born July 5, 1962, in Jackson, Michigan, the daughter of Paul L. and Ellen Jane (Geddes) Kalmbach.

Mary was a dietary worker for Hillside Terrace in Ann Arbor for 19 years. She graduated from Chelsea High School in 1980, and lived in Chelsea most of her life. She enjoyed word searches, doing puzzles, and adult coloring books. Mary liked to watch the deer and sandhill cranes, as well as butterflies. She enjoyed shopping and spending time with her grandchildren.

Philip Charles Musolf

 Beloved father, grandfather, and brother passed away suddenly on July 16, 2024 at the age of 71. Born on November 10, 1952 in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the son of Robert Dawson & Wilma A. (Coval) Musolf. Philip lived a life marked by love, dedication, and service to others.

Philip is survived by his loving children Sara (Rex) Nye, Myra (Greg) Sommers, his siblings Mark (Patti) Musolf, Glen Musolf, Elinor (Andy) Thomas, Elaine (Mike) Lauerman, Eileen (Alan) Augustine and his cherished grandchildren Samantha Nye, Abbie Nye, Nik Sommers, Ethan Dunahoo and Elle Dunahoo. He was a devoted family man who always put his loved ones first, providing a strong foundation of love and support.

Philip's career was one of hard work and integrity. Philip attended St. Mary School through 8th grade, and graduated from Chelsea High School in 1970. He worked for Hydromatic, then opened Phil’s Service in 1983 where he operated his full service auto mechanic shop. Philip worked for several garages, including Harper Pontiac, Side Street Garage, and finally Haas Transmission. He was respected by colleagues and friends alike for his unwavering honesty and commitment to his work.

Beverly A. Sager

Beverly Ann Sager passed away Sunday, July 7, 2024, at her home in Chelsea, Michigan, at the age of 86. Ms. Sager was born June 9, 1938, in Jackson, Michigan, the daughter of Stanley A. and Anna Marie (Norman) Dyer, Sr.

Ms. Sager graduated from Chelsea High School in 1956. She worked in several industries throughout her life including farming, manufacturing, food service, floral, and accounting. She retired from the accounting department at Washtenaw Community College in 2003. Returning to Chelsea in her final years, she enjoyed living at The Pines Retirement Community and was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church. Ms. Sager was a generous soul, volunteering and always ready to offer what she could to those in need.