Author: Doug Donnelly

BERKEY, Ohio – Donna A. Tiede, age 90, of Berkey, passed away Friday, June 22, 2018 at ProMedica Toledo Hospital.
She was born December 7, 1927, in Riga, Michigan, the daughter of Alfred and Bernice (Leonard) Goetz.  She grew up in Blissfield and graduated from Blissfield High School.
On June 4, 1949, she married Daniel Tiede and soon moved to Berkey, Ohio.  Here she worked with her husband on the family farm. Daniel preceded her in death in 1989.  She was a faithful member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Riga. Donna was known as a jokester, and she loved playing softball.  She also never turned down a game of cards.
She is survived by her children, Dennis Tiede of Oakland Park, FL, Sandra Davies of Metamora, Ohio and Cheryl (Steve) Cox of Blissfield; grandchildren: Jeanelle Wonders, Tyler Cox, Danielle Bartenslager, and Jessica Fleenor; and eight great grandchildren.
In addition to her parents and Daniel, her husband of 40 years, she was preceded in death by a brother, Lavern Goetz, and a sister, Cora Jean Schultz.
Funeral services were scheduled at 11 a.m., Wednesday, June 27, 2018, at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Riga with Pastor Justin Schrum officiating.  Burial was to follow at Riga Cemetery.  Visitation was planned from 3-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 26, 2018 at Wagley Funeral Home, Tagsold Chapel in Blissfield.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Farm Museum & Education Center.  Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.WagleyFuneralHomes.com.

Clarence J. Eisenmann, age 66, of Blissfield, died June 19, 2018, at ProMedica Toledo Hospital.
He was born May 2, 1952, in Adrian to Oscar and Eula (Gerber) Eisenmann. On January 20, 1973 he married Darlene Tabbert, in Blissfield and she survives.  He had been employed by Zink-Covell Excavating company for 25 years and then by Smith Trucking.  He also farmed part-time.  He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.
In addition to his wife, Darlene, he is survived by his mother, Eula Eisenmann of Riga; his children, Jason Eisenmann of Sylvania, Ohio, Melissa (Dan) Mirelez of Hoagland, Indiana, and Justin Eisenmann of Deerfield; grandchildren, Matthew, Alexis, Andrew and Max Mirelez, and Noah, Samantha, and Ethan Eisenmann; a brother, Bill (Connie) Eisenmann of Riga; and a sister, Judy (Harold) Swords of Riga.  Clarence is preceded in death by his father.
Visitation was from noon-3 p..m. and 5-8 p.m. Friday, June 22, 2018 and from 10 a.m. until the service Saturday. Funeral services were at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Anderson-Rudd Funeral Home, Blissfield. with Reverend Richard Deisler officiating. Burial was in Deerfield Cemetery.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andersonfuneralservices.com.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Whiteford Wesleyan Church or to the family.  Envelopes are available at the Anderson-Rudd Funeral Home, Blissfield.

Erven John Brieschke, age 93, of Adrian, formerly of Riga, passed away Thursday, June 14, 2018, at Bixby Medical Center with family by his side.
He was born August 10, 1924, to Edward and Janira (Kastel) Brieschke in Riga Township.  Erven graduated from Blissfield High School in 1942 and went on to attend Michigan State University.  With WWII going on, Erven had to leave college and return home to oversee the family farm as his father went to work in a war plant.
On September 7, 1969, Erven married Marcella Dauel Filter and they celebrated over 48 years together.
Erven helped run the family farm for many years and also worked at the Michigan Elevator Exchange for 24 years.  He was a lifetime member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Riga, where he served on the Church Board, sang in the choir and had the role of Sexton and Groundskeeper.  Erven volunteered his time as a Boy Scouts leader in the 1940’s, and was the manager of the Babe Ruth League in the 1950’s.  Erven and his wife, Marcella, helped organize and direct the “Silvertones Band” for 17 years.  Everyone knew that Erven was an avid sports fan and could often be found watching a baseball game on the television with the sound muted and the radio turned up, as he preferred to listen to the radio commentators calling the game.
He is survived by his wife, Marcella; sister, Ruth (Wayne) Walters; and many beloved nieces and nephews.  Erven was preceded in death by his parents, and siblings, David Brieschke and Mary Ann Nichols.
Funeral services for Erven were held on Monday, June 18, 2018, at 1 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Riga, with Dianna Raine officiating.  Burial followed at Riga Cemetery.  Visitation took place from 11 a.m. until the time of the service at the church.  Arrangements were entrusted to Wagley Funeral Home, Tagsold Chapel, Blissfield.
Contributions in memory of Erven may be made to Hospice of Lenawee or Trinity Lutheran Church.  Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.wagleyfuneralhomes.com.

Loretta “June” Norwood Brown passed away May 9, 2018. She was born September 17, 1937 to C.J. “Shorty” and Idella Norwood in Bethel, Okla.
June leaves behind daughters Carol Rowell and Meegan Brown; sons Danni Kastel and B.J. Brown; granddaughters, Leah Houchin and Jamie Magee; grandson, Daniel MaKenzie; seven great-grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sister, Franke Johnston; brother, Keith Norwood and loving cousins, Patsy Hall, Pat Hodge and Mary Lou Baker.
A private service for friends and family was planned in mid-June.

TECUMSEH — Carolyn L. Baker, age 83, of Tecumseh, died April 1, 2018, at Lenawee Medical Care Facility.
She was born June 4, 1934, in Pittsford to Donald and Esther (Behymer) Harbaugh. For many years she lived with her grandfather, Jim Behymer.
On May 6, 1955, she married Arden Baker. He preceded her in death on Aug. 16, 2009.
Carolyn had been employed by Hillsdale State Savings Bank. She enjoyed crafts and decorating cakes. She attended the Osseo Baptist Church.
Carolyn is survived by three daughters, Debra Royal (Jae Guetschow) of Brooklyn, Mich., Laurie (Larry) Zehr of Caledonia, Mich., and Cynthia (Robert) Valdez of Tecumseh; a son, Brian (Denise) Baker of Aurora, Colo.; nine grandchildren, Courtney, Eric, Daniel, Adam, James, Bobby II, Joey, Jason and Deanna; 12 great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Gilbert (Sharon) Harbaugh of Waterville, Ohio, and Richard (Shallah) Harbaugh of South Lyons. In addition to her husband, Arden, she was preceded in death by her parents, and her grandfather.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 5, 2018, from 5-8 p.m. at the Anderson-Marry Funeral Home, Adrian. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, April 6, 2018, at 11 a.m. with visitation from 10-11 a.m. at the Anderson-Marry Funeral Home, Adrian, with Pastor Jack Mosley officiating. Burial will be in Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens, Tecumseh.
You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralservices.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee or to Life Challenge. Envelopes are available at the Anderson-Marry Funeral Home Adrian.