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Ada S. Boyle
MARQUETTE -- Ada S. Boyle, 93, of 116 N. 5th St., Marquette, entered eternal life at noon
Saturday, February 2, 2002, at the Norlite Nursing Center where she had resided since April 2001.
Born November 14, 1908 in Bergland, a daughter of the late Thorvald and Birgiet (Hauvslund) Eastley, she was raised in Bergland, graduating from the L'Anse High School in 1926. She enrolled at Northern Normal Teacher's College (now Northern Michigan University with a Bachelor of Science and then received a Master of Arts Degree from the University of Iowa, passed away Sunday, February 3, 2002 at Michigan.
Carol was a Wife, Mother and Grandmother. She was a member of Southgate Eastern Star where she was Past Worthy Matron and Nefretete Temple of the Daughters of the Nile where she was Past Queen in Marquette, MI. She was also a member of VFW Auxiliary and Fort Des Moines Presbyterian Church. She enjoyed reading, knitting, quilting, crafts, sewing and crocheting.
Carol is survived by her husband, Jim Nagel of Des Moines; 3 Sons James (Robbie) Nagel of Bridgeport, MI, Roger Nagel of Des Moines & William Nagel of Raleigh, Alabama & Roger Bjorne of Ishpeming; 3 Granddaughters Rebecca, Elizabeth and Sarah Nagel; and 1 Grandson Austin Nagel.
Services will be Wednesday, February 6, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at Fort Des Moines Presbyterian Church. Cremation took place at Hamilton's Crematory in Des Moines. Memorial contributions may be made to Shriners Hospital for Children, 2025 E. River Pkwy., Minneapolis, MN 55414.
Eleanore K. Schmelzle
MANITOWOC -- Eleanore K. Schmelzle, age 88, of 3003 S. 19th Street, Manitowoc, died at Harmony East, Saturday, February 2, 2002, after a courageous battle with cancer,
Funeral Services will be held at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, February 6, 2002, at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. James Massart with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born February 24, 1913, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Frank and Mary Dirkman Lallensack. On September 16, 1939, she married Marvin F. Schmelzle at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death February 25, 1996. Eleanore was a weekly volunteer at St. Vincent de Paul in Manitowoc until December of 2001. She loved to knit mittens, scarfs and hats that were given to Salvation Army of Manitowoc, Outreach of Marquette, Michigan and Downsville Elementary School, Downsville, Wl. She was a charter member of St. Andrew Catholic Church, a member of the Daughters of Isabella and a former member of the St. Therese Soeiety.
Survivors include her children, Sister Margey Schmelzle, Republic, Wisconsin; four grandchildren, Chad & Nate Arbuckle, Mark Schmelzle, Scott Schmelzle and his fiance Toni Stempel; a sister, Beatrice Lallensack, Manitowoc and three brothers and sisters-in-law, Edward & Rose Lallensack, Port Illinois.
Born October 4.1921 in Marquette, Illinois, cherished grandmother of Timothy Meana and Melissa Meana devoted sister of Sophia (James) Bucholtz, and Yvonne (Ronald) Berkel and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband Eugene, her parents Henry and Susan and a sister Betty.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Building Compels- Program of St. Mark's Lutheran Church, 101 South 6th Avenue, St. Charles, Illinois 60123. Arrangements made by Yurs Funeral Home, St. Charles, lllinois. 630-584-0060
Herbert C. Murray
BOYNTON BEACH, FL - Herbert C. Murray, age 76, formerly of Michigamme, MI passed away February 1, 2002 at his home at 606 S.W. 15th St. Boynton Beach, FL following a brief illness.
Herb was born on August 29, 1925 in Ishpeming, MI, the son of Clarence & Dolores (Diedrich) Murray. He was a graduate of Michigamme High School and Coyne Electrical School before enlisting in the U.S. Navy. After his tour of duty he attended Ferris State University. On October 21, 1950 he married Mary Welcher of Wayne, MI. The resided in Michigamme for 29 years as owners of Herb & Mary's Bar & Restaurant. During the time he served several terms as Commander of the American Legion Anderson Paquette Post #339. He was also a member of the Michigamme Fire Department.
In 1979, Herb & Mary moved to Florida he was a member of American Legion Post #47 & #164 and the VFW Post #5335. He was a member of San Isidro Catholic Church in Pompano Beach, Georgiana Tarvainen of Ishpeming, Rita (Rick) Kerkela of Republic, Nancy (Keith) Perry of Republic, Sandy (Joe) Couveau of Republic, Karen (Jim) Perry of Republic and Karen (Harold) Richards of Ishpeming; 22 grandchildren; special friend, Aaron Wixtrom of Witch Lake; special niece, Heather Daniels of Republic; along with numerous other nieces and nephews. Jack was preceded in death by his parents and his first wife, Elizabeth "Liz" Wixtrom.
A memorial service will be held at 3:00pm Wednesday, February 6, 2002 at the Bjork & Zhulkie Funeral Home with Fr. Gilles Brault and Donald Wixtrom to officiate.
Friends may call the Bjork & Zhulkie Funeral Home on Wednesday from 1:00pm until the time of service.
Jeanette "Jean" Farrell
MARQUETTE -- Jeanette "Jean" (Moreau) Farrell, 87, of 130 East Kaye Avenue died Sunday February 3, 2002 at the Norlite Nursing Center where she had resided since February 1998.
Born December 14, 1914 in Escanaba to the late Albert and Ada (Roberge) Moreau she was raised in Escanaba, graduating from St. Joseph High School.
On May 24, 1937 she married Joseph T. Farrell in Escanaba and the couple moved to Marquette where they worked and raised their family.
She was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church and the Ladies Altar Society in Marquette where she was organist and choir director for 43 years (1947-1990). Prior to that time she was organist and choir director at the former St. John's Catholic Church
in Marquette.
In her spare time, Jean also gave piano lessons and enjoyed all aspects of music and especially loved sharing her musical gift with family and friends.
She was a very good cook and enjoyed preparing her favorite recipes for her family and friends.
A loving mother and grandmother she is survived by two sons: James (Sharon) Farrell, Orlando, FL,; Jerry (Kathy) Farrell, Marquette; five grandchildren: Scott (Cindy) Farrell, Cumming, GA,; Michelle (John) Ames, Orlando, FL; Laurie, Michael and AnnMarie Farrell, Marquette; five great grandchildren: Kaitlin, Steven and Jessica Farrell, Cumming, GA; Alexander and Nicole Ames, Orlando, FL; one sister, Doris Dye, Escanaba and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by Joseph, her husband of 60 years, in September, 1997; her daughter-in-law Louise, 1996; four brothers: Ernest, Leonard, Victor and Robert Moreau; three sisters: Cecile Zarse, Helen Douglas and Lillian Barggren.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 7 p.m. Thursday in St. Michael Catholic Church in Marquette with the Rev. Msgr. Jed Patrick and the Rev. Shaun Erno concelebrants.
Visitation will be from 5 p.m. until the time of the mass at the church. Entombment will take place in the Holy Cross Mausoleum. Escorts will be members of her family.
Those wishing to make an expression of sympathy are kindly asked to consider the St. Michael Church Memorial Fund, 401 W. Kaye Ave., Marquette, MI 49855.
The family would like to give a special thanks to the staff of the Norlite Nursing Center for their loving care of Jean while she was a resident with them.
The Canale-Tonella Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Kathryn M. Chroge
BRAMPTON, MI -- Kathryn M. Chroge, age 86, of 10472 Hwy. M-35, Brampton, MI died Sunday morning February 3, 2002 at home following a lengthy illness.
Kathryn was born May 7, 1915 in Escanaba the daughter of Benard and Louella (Manning) Boyle. She was raised in Escanaba and moved to Gladstone following her marriage to Wallace W. Chroge in 1936. They resided in Gladstone until 1956 when they moved to Brampton.
Kathryn had worked for Pine Haven Rest Home for 17 years and for Christian Park Health Care Center for 10 years. She was a member of All Saints Church and was a Foster Grandmother for Community Action Agency. Her hobbies included playing Bingo.
Survivors include: 3 Sons: Donald (Frankie) Chroge of Hunt of Brampton, Pat Griffey of Rockford, IL, Bea (Thomas) Russell of Perkins, MI, Sandy (L.J.) Clark of Rockford, IL, Susan (Michael) Davis of Brampton, MI, Polly (Keith) Freeborn of Brampton, MI; Numerous Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Wallace W. in 1992, a son Kenneth Chroge in 1989, 3 Grandsons Gary Chroge, Tony Englund and Shawn Chroge and numerous brothers and sisters.
Kathryn's family will receive friends on Tuesday, February 5, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. at the Skradski Funeral Home in Gladstone. Mass of Christian Burial Services will follow at 6:00 p.m. at All Saints Church in Gladstone with Rev. Arnold Grambow officiating. Luncheon will follow in the church fellowship hall. Burial will be in Gardens of Rest Cemetery in Wells, MI. The Skradski Funeral Home of Delta County is in charge of arrangements.
