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19, and an uncle and grandmother have also to Sandra Koglin of the American Cancer battled cancer. Society’s Lakeshore Division, “is truly His death helped her decide to continue her impressive.” involvement in Relay for Life at SVSU, That money helps to fund cancer research, where she served for two years as activities education, advocacy and services. chair. Ward is quick to point out that she, “It was a natural fit for me.” Rittenberg and Strauss couldn’t have done all During that time, Ward built Relay at of this on their own. SVSU’s silent auction Sponsorship and proceeds from almost donations from nothing to over people like Steve $5,000. Cook who paid for all She also met her of the children’s Thusband Jon Ward, shirts in 2013 and who served as Relay’s 2014 and still helps events chair and is significantly, and now a State Farm Betty Burley at Agent in Vassar and Candyland, who is still active in Relay for sponsoring an ice Life. cream social on May After graduation and 5, along with in-kind while working on her donations from other master of arts in local businesses and Christian Ministry at groups have helped United Theological immeasurably. Seminary, Ward Relay for Life is an (Submitted Photo) approached Vassar all-volunteer project, Relay for Life of Vassar Public Middle School teacher Schools is gearing up for its 2017 staffed not just by Beth Rittenberg about fundraising season. Pictured: folks like Ward, but starting Relay Recess Kimberlee and Jon Ward 2016 Relay also by young people at the Vassar Public for Life. like Sam Rittenberg, Schools. Beth Rittenberg’s Relay Recess is an American Cancer grandson, who said he Relays for his dad, Society program that brings Relay for Life “who died when I was nine years old.” into elementary school classrooms by proWard stresses that Relay is much more viding cancer education and promoting com- than space to memorialize those who lost munity service. their battles, although that’s very important; Rittenberg was initially skeptical that the it’s also a way to support families dealing program could be successful, but she, Ward, with the disease and “those who are still and Athletic Director and Vice Principal fighting.” Jamie Strauss have made it work. The fifth annual Relay for Life will be held Ward says that, “In the first year, we had no at Vassar High School Football Field and idea what we were doing,” but soon they Central Elementary School on Friday, May expanded the program to the high school. 19. Last year they raised $7,651 through Relay For more information, contact Kimberlee Field Day and Relay Recess, and during the Ward at (989) 780-4573 four years the program has been in place at Caroline Goetze is a reporter for The Vassar Public Schools, 2013-2016, they have Advertiser and can be reached at raised a total of $18,477.67, which according caroline@tcadvertiser.com.
TUSCOLA COUNTY COURTSS DISTRICT COURT Samuel David-Carl Tucker, 21, Cass City, faces charges from two cases. In the first, he is charged with false pretenses. In the other case, he is charged with identity theft and stealing/retaining a financial transaction device without consent. Preliminary exams are set for Feb. 27 in both cases. Shawn Michael Hurley, 40, Akron, is charged with seconddegree criminal sexual conduct. A preliminary exam is set for Feb. 27. Thomas James Robinson, 60, Caro, is charged in two cases. In the first, he is charged with assault with a deadly weapon (felonious assault), and assault and battery. Robinson is charged in the second case with two counts of fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct. Preliminary exams in both cases are set for March 6.7.
CIRCUIT COURT Rafael Ramirez, 43, Caro, received a deferred sentence of 90 days in jail (credit for three served) for domestic violence (third offense). He also was ordered to serve three years of probation and pay $1,358 in court fines and costs. Krystal Lyn Caldwell, 38, Fairgrove, was sentenced to 18 months of probation on two counts of attempting to use a check with no account. She also was ordered to pay $1,435 in court fines and costs plus an asyet undetermined amount in
restitution. Greggory George Gaspa, 33, Caro, pleaded guilty to firstdegree retail fraud. A sentencing date is to be set. Tina Leann MoncriefWorth, 27, Mount Morris, pleaded no contest to delivery/manufacture of a controlled substance (schedules 1, 2, or 3 except marijuana), larceny in a building, and attempted possession of a controlled substance (analogues). A sentencing date is to be set. Robert Donald Bigelow, 42, Gladwin, pleaded no contest to failure to pay child support. (habitual offender – second). A sentencing date is to be set. Michael Robert Inches, 29, Fairgrove, pleaded no contest to possession of a controlled substance (marijuana) (second or subsequent offense). A sentencing date is to be set. Sam Earl Poe, 53, Vassar, pleaded no contest to possession of a firearm by a felon, along with a separate felony firearms charge. A sentencing date is to be set. Jeremy Curtis Bennett, 26, Vassar, pleaded guilty to felonious assault. A sentencing date is to be set. Jason Raymond Malicoat, 31, Caro, was sentenced to at least 19 months in prison for assault of a prison employee, and assaulting/resisting/ obstructing a police officer (habitual offender – third). He
also was ordered to pay $326 in court fines and costs. Austin David-Thomas Nielsen, 19, Flint, is charged with three counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct. A sentencing date is to be set. Blake Edward Lebioda, 19, Cass City, was sentenced to 365 days in Tuscola County Jail (credit for 97 days served) for two counts of assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder, felonious assault, a felony firearms charge, and domestic violence. He also was ordered to serve five years of probation and pay $2,362 in court fines and costs. Kendra Kay Sands, 38, Caro, received a deferred sentence of 365 days in jail (credit for one day served) for motor vehicle – unlawful driving away. She also was ordered to serve two years of probation and pay $1,358 in court fines and costs. Erica Nicole Moyer, 23, Mayville, received a one-year delayed sentence for delivery/manufacture of a controlled substance (marijuana). She also was ordered to pay $1,358 in court fines and costs. Joshua Richard Fields, 31, Cass City, was sentenced to at least 22 months in prison (credit for 105 days served) for two counts of third-degree home invasion, and assaulting/resisting/obstructing a police officer. He also was ordered to pay $584 in court fines and costs.
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obituaries MARY ANN TENCZER GAGETOWN Mary Ann Tenczer of Gagetown, age 82, died unexpectedly Friday, February 10, 2017 in her home. She was born February 14, 1934 in Tuscola County to John Steve and Regina (Kleido) Tenczer. Mary Ann was employed as the assistance payments worker with the Tuscola County Department of Human Services and later with the Huron County Department of Human Services retiring as support specialist. She started the food pantry program in Huron County and arranged for area youths to attend Youth Haven Camp and the Bay Shore Camp. Mary Ann was a lifelong member of St. Agatha Catholic Church and was involved in a variety of church activities. She loved to travel, Las Vegas and Disney were among her favorite places. Mary Ann has a large collection of Ellery Queen and Agatha Christie novels. She was also a member of the Caro Art Society and the Bay City Players. Mary Ann is survived by her cousins: Jacqueline (John) O'Polka of Essexville; Geraldine Washabaugh of El Cajon, California; Barbara Taylor of Saginaw; Mitzi (Mark) Kushinsky of Saginaw; Terrance Heineman of Saginaw. She is preceded in death by her cousins: Phyllis Root, Mildred Tamblyn, Don Schwartz. Visitation will be 10-11 a.m. prior to the funeral service at 11 a.m. Saturday, February 18, 2017 in Our Lady Consolata Parish, St. Agatha Catholic Church, Gagetown with Rev. Thomas Held officiating. Interment will take place in St. Agatha Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Bay Shore Camp. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and stories with the family at www.kranzfuneralhome.com. RUTH HANCOCK MILLINGTON Ruth Hancock of Millington, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away early Tuesday morning February 7, 2017 at her Murphy Lake residence. Ruth was 93. Ruth was born in Royal Oak, August 7,1923. She was the daughter of the late Viola (Schroeder) and Albert Rockentine. She graduated from Royal Oak High School. When she graduated, she was hired by Michigan Bell and as she was working the whole switchboard lit up (WWII) had started with the bombing of Pearl Harbor! She and her husband, Floyd, were married August 5, 1945 in San Francisco toward the end of the war. Floyd preceded her in death in March of 2012; also preceding her in death where her beloved son, Greg Hancock, three grandchildren: Gregy Hancock, Amy Hancock, and Cody Carlisle. Ruth was an active member of the Millington community all her life. She was a den mother, Woman's Club president, lifelong member of the Methodist Church and also worked for many years as an aid and cashier for Millington Community Schools. Ruth and Floyd were great travelers and also had a cabin "up north" in Rose City. Ruth was known for her cooking; her warm smile, and her great love of children. Surviving are her children: Kristine and Raleigh Simpson, Floyd and Mary Hancock Jr., Charles Hancock, Kari Carlisle, Becky Hancock; eight grandchildren and 11 greatgrandchildren. Ruth also leaves a brother and sister-in-law, Bruce and Shirley Rockentine; as well as nieces, nephews, and extended family. Funeral service for Ruth were held at the Millington United Methodist Church on Saturday, February 11, 2017. The burial followed at the Millington Twp. Cemetery in Millington. If you would like to give a gift in Ruth’s memory, the family has asked that you consider the Millington United Methodist Church. Hanlin Funeral Home assisted the Hancock family with the arrangements. You’re welcome to express personal condolences, share a memory or light a candle at hanlinfuneralhome.com. SHARON LEE AVERY CARO Sharon Lee Avery of Caro, age 73, passed away suddenly on Sunday, February 12, 2017 at the Leesburg Regional Medical Center in Leesburg, Florida. Sharon was born November 21, 1943 in Midland, the daughter of the late Herman and Beatrice Roy. She was united in marriage with Lee Avery, and together they have spent 49 years together. Sharon worked for Walbro for 28 years and had been a very active member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Caro. She enjoyed traveling, especially to Florida during the winter months, flower gardening, crafts, and taking care of her pets. Left to cherish her memory are her loving husband, Lee; five children and their spouses, Jimmy Stevens, Sheryl Stevens, Larry and Melissa Avery, Rick and Minnie Avery and Rob Avery; four grandchildren; four siblings and their spouses, Dale and Sandy Roy, Sheila and Trent Johnson, Sandra Roy, and Susie and Jeff Leak. Sharon was preceded in death by four siblings, Grant, Charlene, Douglas and David Roy. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Caro with Rev. Cameron Steele officiating. Burial will follow at Indianfields Township Cemetery. The family will be present to receive friends at the Ransford Collon Funeral Home in Caro on Monday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and on Tuesday at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at 11 a.m. Those planning an expression of sympathy my wish to consider memorial contributions to the Sharon Avery Family Discretionary Fund, c/o Lawrence Avery, 205 West Sherman Street, Caro, MI 48723. The family was assisted with these arrangements by the Ransford Collon Funeral Home of Caro. Friends may share memories, thoughts and prayers online at www.RansfordCollon.com. FRANCIS SELDEN ANTHONY
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Francis Selden Anthony, age 94, passed away on February 11, 2017, at Covenant Hospital in Saginaw. He was born in Saginaw, the son of the late Thomas and Myra (Livingston) Anthony. He served in the Army as a Staff Sergeant during World War II. He retired from General Motors, as a Millwright in 1977. He loved flying his own plane, boating, hunting and fishing. He was very musical—playing the piano, organ, guitar, banjo and mandolin. He was united in marriage to Evelyn (Parsons) Malloy in 1950. She preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife Letha (Lint) Anthony of 40 years. Also surviving him are three daughters: Penny (Ivan) Young, Ann (Larry) Miller, Denise Berry; stepson Rick (Nancy) Weage; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by three sisters: Miriam Smith, Kathleen Jansen, and Patricia Withers; two brothers Kenneth Richard Anthony and Thomas Anthony; one son Jan Malloy and a grandson: James Martin. In accordance with Francis’ wishes, cremation has taken place. A family remembrance will be held at a later date with his nephew, Mike Parson, officiating. Interment will be at Riverside Cemetery in Vassar.
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