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Annberta Margaret Gasieski

Annberta Gasiewskiof Jackson, Michigan, age 84, died Friday, May 11, 2018 at home. She was born April 8, 1934 in Wood-Ridge, New Jersey, the daughter of Lambert H. & Mary F. (Benz) Keull.  Annberta graduated from Poughkeepsie High School in New York. She was a homemaker and raised 4 children. Annberta attended St. Mary Catholic Church in Chelsea from 1977-1989 before moving to Alpena.  Ann loved her family more than anything. She was a dedicated Roman Catholic who lived life to the fullest. She enjoyed gardening, bird watching, crocheting, knitting, and cooking. Her health did not stop her from roller skating, riding bikes, and traveling to Alaska. She loved to read and embraced everyone she met.

Lynne Ellen Marxson

of Chelsea, Michigan, age 78, died Wednesday, May 9, 2018 while in the loving care of Arbor Hospice Residence, Saline, MI. She was born December 19, 1939 in Crawfordsville, Indiana, the daughter of Fred R. Marxson and Mary Margaret (Andrew) Marxson.Lynne was retired from AT&T and from her work at several churches as Church Secretary. Lynne lived at the Chelsea Retirement Community and attended church services there.

Larry V. Gonyer

of Manchester, MI, age 82, died unexpectedly Friday, May 4, 2018 at his home. He was born September 9, 1935 in Erie Township, Monroe, Michigan, the son of Raphael “Ray” & Mary Louise (Browne) Gonyer. Larry graduated from Manchester High School in 1954. He joined the Marines in 1954-1956. Larry worked for the Ford dealership in Manchester for 35 years and managed their body shop. He enjoyed working on cars during his retirement, including a 1957 Ford Retractable and 1968 Mustang. Larry was a member of the International Ford Retractable Club Michigan/Ontario Chapter. He also liked woodworking and enjoyed auctions and antiquing.

Clarence "Glenn" Erskine


of Chelsea, Michigan, formerly of Moran, MI, age 94, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at his home. He was born July 26, 1923 in  Allenville, Michigan, the son of John & Violet (Ringler) Erskine.  Glenn graduated from St. Ignace High School in 1942. He served in the army from 1943-46. Glenn was an auto mechanic and driver for Chrysler for 20 years.  After his retirement, Glenn & Minnie moved to Moran, MI, and returned to Chelsea in 2013.  Glenn was an avid sportsman who loved hunting and fishing. He was a member of the Sault Ste Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians.

Richard “Dick” Bouton

Dick Boutonof Chelsea, MI, formerly of Harbor Springs, MI, age 80, passed away peacefully Friday, April 27, 2018 at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born February 12, 1938 in Detroit, Michigan, the son of Franklyn Loomis & Helen (Hartwell) Bouton.  Dick graduated from Cranbrook High School in 1957. He studied architecture, then art, at the University of Michigan. Dick taught art at Southfield High School. He earned a degree in education and became a counselor in Lake Orion in 1975, then went into administration and was principal at Waldon Middle School in Lake Orion and at Harbor Springs High School from 1991-1996. He belonged to Chi Psi U of M Fraternity. Dick was a long-time member and Clerk of Session at First Presbyterian Church of Harbor Springs.