The Grand Rapids Press (MI)
October 28, 2008Mrs. Leona Pangburn, aged 95, went to be with the Lord and her loved ones October 27, 2008.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Richard Pangburn, her daughter, Mary Ellen Kawka, two grandsons, Steven Kawka and Rick Gibbs, and one great-grandson, Nicholas Pangburn.
She is survived by her two sons, Gerald (Maxine) Pangburn of Florida, Lee (Joann) Pangburn of Michigan; two daughters, Elaine (Dick) Gibbs of Florida, Shirley Krumlauf of Michigan; son-in-law, George Kawka of Michigan and daughter-in-law, Ardith Pangburn of Michigan; 12 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
The Grand Rapids Press (MI)
February 6, 2014SHOOK, ERMA MAE Erma Mae Shook, age 86, of Sheridan, MI., went home to be with her Lord on Monday, February 03, 2014. Erma was born November 10, 1927, in Grand Rapids, MI., to LeRoy and Erma Turney. Erma married Elvis Shook on June 9, 1946.
Erma was preceded in death by her parents, and two brothers and three sisters.
Erma is survived by her husband Elvis Shook of 67 years and one sister, Kay Veenstra, (Merle) and five children, Gerald Shook (Sherry), Lona Shaw, Stephen Shook (Brenda), Dan Shook, Cindy Whitmill (Bob). 30 Grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren.
As a pastors wife, Erma took pride in and enjoyed serving her Lord. Erma was always someone who would lift you up with a ready smile or hug. Her door was always open and coffee was always at the ready. Erma will be greatly missed.
The Barden Funeral Home
Elvis Edward Shook, age 91, formally of Sheridan, Michigan went home to be with his Lord and Savior on, Thursday, November 10, 2016. Elvis was born on November 15, 1924 to Gale and Mina Shook. Elvis served his country in the Navy for 3 years. As well as running a farm for many years. He also worked at Lansing Drop Forge.
Elvis studied to become a minister and became ordained. He served as pastor to many in the Wesleyan denomination as well as the Free Methodist denomination as well as the House of Prayer for over 35 years. Elvis was known for his quick smile, a Big Hug, being a prayer worrier, and always having the coffee on.
He is preceded in death by His beloved wife Erma Mae (Turney) Shook of 62 years, his parents, Gale and Mina Shook also of Sheridan, Michigan, and a brother Elgie Shook.
He leaves behind his children, Gerald and (Sherry) Shook, Lona Shaw, Stephen and (Brenda) Shook, Daniel Shook, and Cynthia and Bob Whitmill. A sister Eldora Schmidt and a Brother Brian and (Cletus) Shook. Elvis was blessed with 30 Grandchildren, 28 Great Grandchildren and 1 Great, Great grandchild.
He leaves behind a legacy of his faith in his God and of a rich and full life that he shared with all. We rejoice as we know that Elvis will be walking on the streets of gold. He will be greatly missed by so many.
The Flint Journal (MI)
March 10, 2016ELLIOTT, WILLIAM J., age 92, of Fenton, died March 7, 2016.
William was born September 17, 1923 in Kitchener, Ontario, the son of Roy A. and Vera (McLeod) Elliott. He served in the Canadian Air Force and loved to fly his plane out of Glassel Airstrip.
Surviving are his children, William R. (Jeanette) Elliott, Vicki (Dan) O'Neill, John O. (Frances) Elliott, Susanne (David) Elston; grandchildren, Erin, Brendan, Cailin, Melissa, Lara and Adam; great-grandchildren, Sherice, Tanyon and Joshua; brother, Norman "Lorne" (Norma) Elliott.
He was preceded in death by his wife Gertrude "Trudy" Elliott.
Duluth News-Tribune (MN)
May 25, 1997William J. Elder, 75, Tacoma, Wash., died May 11, 1997, in his home.
He was born Feb. 18, 1922, to James and Ella Elder in Morgan Park. He lived in Morgan Park and graduated from Morgan Park High School in 1940. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1941 and served in the Pacific Theater. He received numerous medals and a battlefield commission. After the war, he served in Europe. He continued to serve in the Army until he retired in 1989. He lived in Las Vegas, Nev., until March 1997, when he moved to Tacoma.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Meride, and parents, James and Ella Elder.
He is survived by his brother, Dick Elder of Duluth; his sister, Barbara Busch of Las Vegas; three children, Diane (Gary) Bednar of Mokena, Ill., Chuck (Jerre) Elder of Redwood Falls, Minn., and Steven (Fay) Elder of Proctor; nine grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.
Duluth News-Tribune (MN)
October 5, 2002Richard H. ''Dick'' Elder, 79, of Duluth, passed away Thursday, Oct. 3, 2002, in St. Mary's Medical Center.
He was born Dec. 23, 1922, in Duluth, to James and Ella (Currier) Elder. Dick served in the United States Army during World War II in Germany. He was united in marriage to Shirley Nelson on Aug. 30, 1946, in Duluth. Dick retired from U.S. Steel as a foreman in 1979 after 39 years of service. He was a member of Masons, Scottish Rite, Shrine Drum and Bugle Corps and American Legion. Dick was an avid hunter and fisherman and he enjoyed bowling and playing cribbage.
He was preceded in death by his parents; son Terrence; and brother William.
Richard is survived by his wife of 56 years, Shirley of Duluth; two sons, David (Glenda) Elder and Denny (Phyllis) Elder; daughter Debra Geissler, all of Duluth; nine grandchildren, Debra, Coleta, Richard, Jason, Terry, Ben, Nick, Zach and Casey; 13 great-grandchildren; and sister Barbara Busch of Las Vegas, Nev.; several niece and nephews.
Duluth News Tribune (MN)
July 24, 2009Barbara J. Busch, 85 , died unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 22, 2009 at home in St. Ann's Residence.
Barb had been married to Bruno W. Busch for 63 years and he preceded her in death this past February 12, 2009. Barb and Bruno were long time residents of Morgan Park and raised their family there.
Barb is survived by a daughter, Pamela (Jay) Halling and four sons, James (Debbie), Larry (Linda), Kurt (Debbie), Neil (Patt); eleven grandchildren and eight-great grandchildren.
Duluth News Tribune (MN)
February 22, 2009Bruno W. Busch, 86, died on Thurs., Feb. 12 in Las Vegas.
Bruno was born on Sept. 17, 1922, in Duluth. He was a proud member of the 67th U.S. Navy Seabee Battalion (WWII), the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC #119), Iron Workers' Local #563 and was a brick layer at the Morgan Park Steel Plant.
Bruno coached junior bowling at the Morgan Park Good Fellowship Club for many years, was U.S. Checker Champ, considered himself "Mr. Cribbage" and used his balancing and unusual writing talents to entertain at hospitals and several events, including Grandma's Marathon.
He was an advocate for the rights of the handicapped and was credited for several significant changes while living in Las Vegas. Bruno was known for doing things "his way" and referred to himself as "Bruno W. Busch- who else?"
He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Barbara June Busch (Elder); four sons, James (Debbie) and Neil (Patt), all of Duluth, Larry (Linda) of Ohatchee, Ala., and Kurt (Debbie) of Houston, Texas; one daughter, Pamela (Jay) Halling of Duluth; one brother; 13 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.
67713. Robert Jack Currier Sr.
Star Tribune: Newspaper of the Twin Cities (Minneapolis, MN)
August 28, 2018Currier, Robert Jack USN, CMDR (Ret.) known as "Jack" passed away on August 25, 2018 at the age of 97. Jack was born in Duluth, MN, October 23, 1920 to parents, Fred Currier Sr. and Harriette Currier (Close).
Jack was a graduate of Central High School in Duluth, MN. Following high school Jack came to Minneapolis, MN at the age eighteen where he worked until he joined the U.S. Navy. He graduated from the United States Naval Air Training Center on August 18, 1943. Jack married June A. Bjostad on July 4, 1944 at the U.S. Naval Air Station in San Diego, CA. Jack was shipped out as a Carrier Fighter Pilot to the Pacific Theatre during WWII. After the war he joined the Naval Air Reserves until the early 60's, where he retired with the rank of Commander. After numerous moves with the military, Jack and June settled in St. Louis Park, MN where they raised three children. Jack graduated from the University of Minnesota with an Accounting Degree and was also a long time employee of Burdick Grain Company/ConAgra in Minneapolis.
Jack is preceded in death by his wife of 71 years, June, his parents, and his brother Fred Currier Jr.
He is survived by his daughter, Joyce (Michael) Rime; sons, Dennis Currier (Patricia) and David Currier (Mary); 6 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; and 1 great-great- grandchild. Jack was a devoted husband and loved to spend time with his children and grandchildren.
Star Tribune: Newspaper of the Twin Cities (Minneapolis, MN)
April 24, 2016Currier, June A., age 94, of St. Louis Park, passed away April 20, 2016.
Survived by husband of 71 years, Jack; daughter, Joyce (Michael) Rime; sons, Dennis (Patricia) and David (Mary); 6 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; 1 great-great-grandchild; and sister, Charlene Bjostad. June loved to cook and garden.
Duluth News-Tribune (MN)
January 19, 2000Susan Bush Woodbridge, 72, of Duluth died Sunday, Jan. 16, 2000, in the Waters of Park Point health-care facility.
She was born Nov. 22, 1927, to George and Frances (Currier) Bush in Duluth. Susan married Dwight Woodbridge in Duluth on Aug. 5, 1950.
She worked for several area physicians, including Dr. Webster Martin and Dr. Eckman. Susan moved to Fargo, N.D., where she and Dwight lived for over 20 years. In 1983, they moved to Sun City, Ariz. After Dwight's death in 1987, she moved back to Fargo and lived with her daughter, until moving back to Duluth in 1989.
Susan is survived by her daughter, Heidi (Patrick) Schwindt; a son, Peter Woodbridge; a sister, Constance Livingston; a grandson, Cole Schwindt; a great-granddaughter, Alexis Haakenson; nephews R. Scott (Marney) Livingston, Tom (Debra) Livingston and Douglas Livingston; a niece, Susan (Tom) Lee; and an uncle, Donald (Betty) Currier.
Duluth News Tribune (MN)
May 25, 2011Constance "Connie" Livingston, 81, of Pike Lake, joined her beloved husband, Robert, Friday, May 20, 2011.
She was born May 17, 1930, in Duluth, to George and Frances Bush. Connie was a 1947 Duluth Central graduate and attended Macalester College until she eloped with Robert in 1948. She met Bob at a dance at the Pike Lake Auto Club and fell in love. After they married they decided to settle in Duluth and start a family.
Connie participated in numerous community service groups including PTA, Junior League, Lions Auxiliary, den mother for the Cub Scouts, Junior Chamber and the All Central High School Class Reunion.
Connie and Robert loved to socialize and dance and were active members of the Bicycle Club of Bombay and the Old Fashions. Connie was an integral part of the family clothing business Livingston's Big Duluth.
Connie was preceded in death by husband Bob of 42 years in 1990; son R. Scott in 2004; sister Susan Woodridge; and grandson Corporal Jason Lee in 2007.
Connie is survived by sons Thomas (Debra), and Douglas; daughter Susan (Thomas) Lee; grandchildren Matthew Livingston, Jonathan Livingston, David Livingston, Sean Lee, Ryan Lee, and Kimberly Rodebaugh; and great-grandchild Micah Lee.
Duluth News-Tribune (MN)
July 25, 1997John H. Peterson, M.D., 89, formerly of Kenilworth Avenue, died Thursday, July 24, 1997, in Lake Haven Manor.
He was a lifelong Duluth resident and graduated from Central High School. He attended the University of Minnesota and graduated from its medical school. After receiving his medical certification, he returned to Duluth and worked as a general practitioner until enlisting in the U.S. Navy shortly before Pearl Harbor was bombed by the Japanese in 1941. He was on the first convoy to arrive there after the devastation and continued to serve in the Pacific, most notably in the battles of the Coral Sea and Midway. He received a Silver Star Medal for Bravery for distinguished service as a medical officer of the USS Hammann during and after action with the enemy in the vicinity of Midway Island on June 6, 1942; he helped rescue shipmates after the destroyer was hit by torpedoes and sank.
After the war, he returned to the University of Minnesota and completed his fellowship in ophthalmology. He returned to Duluth and practiced as an ophthalmologist for more than 30 years, retiring in 1978. Dr. Peterson was a chief of staff at St. Luke's Hospital in 1958. He was an avid hockey player who started on the Central High School hockey team, played on the varsity team at the University of Minnesota for three years and was honored as All-American in 1933. He is featured in the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame in Eveleth.
Dr. Peterson was a member of the Chester Park United Methodist Church, a 32nd degree Mason and a member of the Sons of Norway for more than 50 years.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Hannah Larsen Peterson; his wife, Barbara Currier Peterson, in 1979; sisters Edla Peterson and Hazel Tangwall; and his brothers.
He is survived by a daughter, Linda Ann Peterson of Austin, Texas; and nieces Carol Lundeen of Duluth and Jane Ocker of Boston, Mass.
40300. Donald Jack Currier Sr.
Duluth News Tribune (MN)
March 25, 2009Donald J. Currier, Sr., passed away March 23, 2009.
He was born Jan. 24, 1913 to Frank A. and Susan E. Currier. He filled his life and the lives of those around him with enough love, laughter and values to last another lifetime.
"Big Don" graduated from Duluth Central High School and Duluth Business University. He worked for Zalk Josephs Company as a Territory Manager of Steel Sales. Wanting to spend more time with his family than on the road, he accepted the job of Purchasing Agent and Warehouse Manager for Walker Jamar Company and remained there until his retirement.
When he wasn't working, Don loved fishing, golfing, bowling and walking. The family trip to Leech Lake was one of his favorite annual events, where much of his time was spent teaching his grandchildren how to fish. He didn't hang up his fishing pole until he was 93. The quintessential handyman, Don was always ready to work on projects for his family or church.
Don served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, and advanced to the rank of Chief of Stores aboard the USS CORE. He also proudly served his country in the Korean Conflict. He was a member of American Legion Post 71.
He was a member of the Glen Avon Masonic Lodge, the Scottish Rite and the Aad Temple Shrine. Over the years, because of his love for children, and especially his love of children in need, he served as Circus Chairman, Past President of the Midwest Shrine Circus Association, and Hospital Representative to the Shrine Children's Hospital in Minneapolis. He originated and was the Chairman of the School Children's Circus Poster Contest. He also served as Captain and Secretary of the Aad Drum and Bugle Corps, and was the Editor and Business Manager of the Aad News.
Don married the love of his life, Elizabeth "Betty" Fritze on Oct. 4, 1952, and her happiness became his guiding compass. Family and friends alike benefitted from his belief that love is made real through action. He had time for everyone, especially those who were most in need of that precious gift. Once Don was in your life, you were never forgotten or ignored.
When he reached his 90s, Don graciously accepted from others the gifts he had so freely given during the rest of his life. Dr. Harvey Smith and nurses Tammy and Annette were his personal angels. The home health workers who were with him during the end of his life, especially Linda and Kim, were a gift both to Don and his family. His wife, Betty spent every minute with her "sweet prince", filling each of his days with joy. Hers was the last face his eyes rested upon before he left this life.
Don is preceded in death by his parents; five sisters, Phrona, Ella (James) Elder, Bonnie (Neil) Marvin, Barbara (Dr. John) Peterson, Francis (George) Bush; two brothers, Charles and Fred.
He is survived by his wife, Betty; daughter, Lee Anne (Marv) Heikkinen; sons, Don Jr. (Peg), and Tom (Glenna); seven grandchilddren, Eric (Yulissa), Wendy (Bruce) Grimes, Megan and Tara Bugge, Max, Jon and Shannon Currier; four great grandchildren, Danielle and Steven Grimes, Aaliyah and Emily Currier and many nieces and nephews.
40307. Richard Sanford Haskill
Obituary
HASKILL: Richard Sanford [died] peacefully at the family farm, Hope Township, on Saturday, November 21st, 1992. Richard "Dick" Haskill, in his 88th year.
Beloved husband of the late Marjorie Porteous. Loving father of Sanford and his wife Helen Anne. Dear brother of Mabel and Jack and the late Hazel Holman, Loretta Sidney and Karl.
Interment Port Huron Union Cemetery.
Obituary
HASKILL: Marjorie [died] peacefully at Port Hope, on Saturday, December 7th, 1991 in her 82nd year.
Marjorie Porteous, beloved wife of Richard (Dick). Loving mother of Sanford and his wife Helen Anne. Dear sister of the late Helen Parnell. Dear niece of Verna Porteous.
Interment Port Hope Union Cemetery.
NorthumberlandObituaries.com
HASKILL, Sanford Watt - Peacefully at Lakeridge Hospital in Oshawa on Sunday December 25, 2016. In his 74th year. Beloved husband of Helen Anne for 51 years.
Will also be missed by his brother-in-law Gordon Walter, his wife Huda, daughter Wendy, and her son Steven.
Sanfords wishes were that there be no funeral.