Wright-Waldron News

17/08/2024

State Police Hosts its First Sunny Day Camp

LAPEER, MICH. — The Michigan State Police (MSP) Grants and Community Services Division and Lapeer Post partnered with Special Olympics Michigan, Lapeer County Sheriff’s Office, Lapeer Police Department and the Lapeer County Intermediate School District (ISD) to implement a new day-long program called Sunny Day Camp that brings together police officers and students with disabilities for a day of fun and mentorship.

“Sunny Day Camp is one more way our troopers are getting out and becoming involved in the communities they serve in authentic ways,” said Col. James F. Grady II, director of the MSP. “Yesterday’s day-long event provided the perfect environment for our troopers to interact with students with disabilities in a fun and positive way. I know our troopers had as much fun as the students!”

Troopers and officers spent the day interacting with students, participating in activities that included inflatables, lunch, police displays, a dunk tank, first aid simulation activity/training, a Teaching, Educating, and Mentoring lesson called “Get Ready Get Safe,” a dance party with shaved ice and a graduation ceremony.

Sunny Day Camp is modeled after a similar program created by the Pennsylvania State Police.

The MSP plans to host additional events this year at other locations and plans to make Sunny Day Camp an annual program.

16/08/2024

Please come out for a benefit dinner at the Morenci Legion to support Share the Warmth of Lenawee, a homeless shelter that serves the entire county of Lenawee. There will be a silent auction and good food.

The benefit dinner will be on September 7th from 1:00 to 7:00 p.m. 9010 Morenci Road, Morenci.

If you can't make it, consider donating a basket, making a monetary donation, or simply reposting to spread the word.

There are still tickets available for this event! Please contact Jonathon Hass at 517-458-4123 or stop by the Share the Warmth of Lenawee shelter at 427 W. Maumee Street in Adrian to purchase tickets.

This event is hosted by the Fairfield Masonic Lodge.

16/08/2024

☕ BREAKFAST DOWNTOWN WALDRON

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Kenneth Charles Ottinger
October 16, 1941 - August 13, 2024

KENNETH C. OTTINGER, age 82 years of Hudson, formerly of Tecumseh and Detroit, passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at Hillsdale Hospital in Hillsdale. He was born on October 16, 1941, in Detroit, the son of Kenneth O. and Nettie (Vlad) Ottinger. Ken graduated from Southeastern High School in 1960.

He went to work at General Motors right out of high school. Ken served in the United States Navy from January of 1961 till January of 1963. He returned to GM at the Willow Run Plant for 30 years retiring in 1989. Ken married the love of his life, Veronica Gazdik on August 10, 1963, at St. Martin’s Catholic Church in Detroit. They enjoyed 61 years together having just celebrated their anniversary. Ken and Veronica moved to the Hudson Area in 1994, buying a home on the lake, which he thoroughly enjoyed. He was very active in the community, joining Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus Council 3221 and the Hudson American Legion Hannan-Colvin Post #180. He was always willing to give a helping hand. Ken enjoyed bowling and dancing, Ken and Veronica were often the last ones to leave the dance floor at many functions.

Surviving Ken, besides his wife, Veronica are their three children, Kenneth Ottinger, Gregory Ottinger and Lisa Ottinger, 8 grandchildren, Katelynn, Jacob, Lucas, Wyatt, Nevaeh, Ashley, Lauren and Christopher, 3 great grandchildren, Zackary, Bailey and Vada, nephew, Michael and niece, Michelle. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Joyce (Mike) Kozub.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Hudson with Father Todd Koenigsknecht officiating. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Hudson with Military Honors conducted by American Legion Hannan-Colvin Post #180 of Hudson.

Visitation will be on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, from 4-7 P.M. at the Brown-VanHemert Funeral Home in Hudson and for an hour at the church prior to the service. Knights of Columbus 4th Degree will have a Chalice presentation at 6:50 P.M. on Tuesday at the funeral home.

Memorials are suggested to Sacred Heart Catholic Church or the Lenawee Humane Society.

https://www.brownvanhemert.com/obituaries/Kenneth-Charles-Ottinger?obId=32754252

15/08/2024

Tips sought in pop-up camper theft

ADDISON, Michigan — The Lenawee County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information regarding a pop-up camper stolen in the village of Addison. At 4:37 p.m. on Aug. 5, 2024, a white 2001 Jayco Eagle pop-up camper was stolen from the North Talbot and Walnut St. area in Addison. The camper had a green stripe on its side and a tan propane cover on its front. A charcoal gray Dodge Caravan was caught on video pulling the stolen camper.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact CRIME STOPPERS OF LENAWEE. (517) 266-6161 or (877) 276-8477 or online at www.p3tips.com/431. Tips are anonymous. Any tip that lead to the arrest of the responsible person or persons will earn the caller a cash reward.

Crime Stoppers is an organization made up of community members, media and law enforcement. Tips that lead to the arrest of the responsible person or persons will earn the tipster a cash reward. We will protect tipsters' identity. Help us fight crime in Lenawee County! Thank you for your assistance.

15/08/2024

***UPDATE- The issue with the Admin lines have been fixed, all phones are back working*****.

ADMINISTRATIVE PHONE LINE PROBLEMS- Lenawee County Central Dispatch and Sheriff's Office are experiencing issues with our Administrative phone lines! If you need Police, Fire or EMS call 9-1-1 (the 9-1-1lines are functioning).

Some Cell providers (such as Verizon) are not experiencing the issue but others are. We will advise when the issue is resolved.

15/08/2024

The Waldron District Library still have Back-To-School bags available! Stop in any time to pick one up!

15/08/2024

WALDRON LABOR DAY PARADE AND CAR/MOTORCYCLE CRUISE-IN

There will be a parade
**Monday September 2, 2024**

Theme "This Is Our Town"

>9:00am line up at Waldron School parking lot

>10:30am
Invocation, prayer and national anthem at the main four corners
Introduction of grand Marshall
Parade

> After parade tractor pulls will take place at the water tower

> also after the parade, the car and motorcycle cruise in will take place behind Northside carryout on Main Street

** we are encouraging churches to Come and be a part of the community parade**

** we are encouraging kids to decorate their bikes and be a part of the parade**

**We encourage floats**

** Cars and motorcycles,tractors,go karts,golf carts, horses you've got some thing that you want to be in the parade come on over and join us**

** This is an invitation for fire departments from any county any city that wants to join in please join us be a part of our celebration**

*** All pets must be on leashes***

★ Contact Phil Siegel 517 673-1623
(Tractor pulls and parade info)

★ Chris Plum 517 539-9863
(Car and motorcycle cruise in)

Thank you in advance for sharing this and commenting to our community❤️ "This is Our Town" and we are going to keep it alive!!

15/08/2024

31st Annual Waldron Antique Tractor Show Aug. 31st, Sept. 1st & 2nd

15/08/2024

Delores M. Bellfy
August 7, 1935 - August 12, 2024

Delores (Dee) M. Bellfy, age, 89 of Hudson, Michigan passed away Monday August 12, 2024, at Hillsdale Medical Care Facility. Dee was born August 07, 1935, in Hudson, Michigan to Elmer T. Sr. and May I. (Merillat) Marry. She was a graduate of Hudson High School. On April 26, 1955, she married the love of her life Richard Bellfy at Sacred Heart Church in Hudson, and he preceded her in death on April 3, 2023.

Dee worked at the D & C Store in Hudson for many years. After retirement she and Dick loved to drive for C R Motors with the dealer trades. Shenanigans with the wee sisters, making cabbage rolls, coffee cake and chocolate chip cookies. Dee will forever be remembered as a loving mother and grandmother.

She was survived by her five children: Daniel (Kristi) Bellfy, Charles Bellfy, David (Michelle) Bellfy, Tamara Bellfy, and Edward (Pamala) Bellfy; 12 grandchildren: Julie, Daniel, Chaz, Betsy, Adam, Sarah, Alex, Kameron, Jada, Tori, Jennifer, and Zachary; 21 great grandchildren; seven brothers, Delmar (Margaret) Marry, David (Sharon) Marry, Joseph (Pamela) Marry, John (Gwen) Marry, Michael (Susan) Marry, William (Judy) Marry, and Duane (Linda) Marry; and a sister, Rita (Dan) Shaffer.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her brother Elmer Marry Jr., and sisters, Betty Camp and Patricia Wollett.

Visitation will be held Thursday, August 15, 2024, from 4-7 pm, with a vigil service at 7 pm at the Eagle-Marry Funeral Home, Hudson, Michigan. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated with Fr. Todd Koenigsknecht on Friday at 11 am at Sacred Heart Church Hudson, with a gathering from 10 to 10:45 am at the church. A burial will follow in the Calvary Cemetery, Hudson, Michigan.

Memorial donations can be given to Sacred Heart Church or School or the charity of your choice. Envelopes are available at the Eagle-Marry Funeral Home, Hudson, Michigan.

https://www.andersonfuneralservices.com/obituaries/Delores-M-Bellfy?obId=32719835

15/08/2024

~DOORS OPEN AT 5PM
~August 20, 2024 @ 7PM
Ticket Info: $15.00 at the door (Cash only)
Tickets are Limited!!
Food will be available for purchase!!

All the way from Virginia.....JAKE KOHN!!
Opening for Jake is our very own Local Artist....CHASE VANBRANDT!!
Don't miss this amazing live concert!!
Jake Signed with Atlantic Records at just the age of 16. He has been on the Grand Ole Opry Stage singing his music!! One of kind voice...we are very excited to have Jake and Chase at the Morenci Legion!!

14/08/2024

Fishing tip: The basics of using downriggers

Are you familiar with using downriggers? This tool is ideal when fishing the Great Lakes, as it allows for controlled-depth fishing and targeting species suspended in the water column. Here are three things to keep in mind if you’re considering using a downrigger in the future.

Manual vs. electric

Making a choice between manual and electric depends on how much you want to spend, how often you fish and how big your boat is. Manual downriggers are less expensive than electric but require more work on the part of the angler.

Cannonballs

This is the weight lowered by the downrigger that is attached to your lure. These weights usually range from 4 to 14 pounds; make your selection based on how deep you intend to fish (the deeper you go, the more weight you need).

Leads

This is the amount of line between your cannonball and your lure. It also determines how your lure acts in the water. The deeper you fish, the shorter the lead needs to be.

READ THE FULL FISHING REPORT ⬇️

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14/08/2024

IT'S TACO & NACHO DELUXE WEDNESDAY AT THE Waldron Friendly Tavern Bar & Food

♥ Best Food In Waldron, Dine-In or Carry-Out! Support Local in the 49288 and Neighbors!

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Nancy S Senior
April 9, 1952 - August 12, 2024

Nancy Susan Senior, age 72, of Hudson passed away surrounded by her loving family on Monday, August 12, 2024. She was born on April 9, 1952, to Donald and Eliza (Wilson) Herbert in Detroit, Michigan.

Nancy’s greatest joy in life came from being a mother and grandmother. She loved spending time with her family. Nancy loved animals, especially her dogs Miss Shadow and Stinker who were always by her side.

Left to cherish Nancy’s memory are her husband, John; son, James Christe; daughter, Tracy (Arnold) Juco; brother, Michael (Olga) Herbert; sister, Donna (Craig) Aldrich; grandchildren, James and Briana Christe and Stephanie, Megan, Mathew Juco.

She was preceded by her parents and brothers, Richard and Butch Herbert.

https://www.andersonfuneralservices.com/obituaries/Nancy-S-Senior?obId=32710901

14/08/2024

Merle Lee Eichler
July 7, 1956 - August 13, 2024

Merle Lee Eichler, age 68, of Manitou Beach, died early Tuesday morning, August 13, 2024, at ProMedica Toledo Hospital, following years of ailing health. Born July 7, 1956, in Morenci, Merle was the son of Donald Richard and Ruth Irene (Double) Eichler. Merle grew up on the family farm on Gallup Road north of Morenci, and attended Morenci Area Schools. He married the former Karen Kay Forbes on June 7, 1975, in Waldron. She survives.

In addition to working on the farm feeding pigs and milking cows, he worked as a foreman at the former Peter Stamping Company in Fayette, Ohio for 17 years until its closure. Merle took great pride in taking care of his farm and his yardwork. In later years he loved to watch Western movies and anything involving horses on television. He was outgoing and happy-go-lucky, always ready with a joke to make someone laugh, and was eager to help anyone in need. In most recent years, his greatest joy in life were his beloved grandchildren.

Surviving is his wife, Karen; three children, Shawn Eichler (Tiah Choate) of Adrian, Lynn Double of Manitou Beach, Cindi Dillard of MI; grandchildren, Kyle, Cody, Ryan, Riley, Stephan, Isaiah, Cayden, Jesse, Tyler, Dakota, Christopher, Elizabeth, Jonathan, Marcus, and Devin; and 11 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Lacy Ann Eichler; and two sisters, Edith Irene Ekins and Eunice Heckman.

In accordance with Merle’s final wishes, cremation will take place. Private burial will take place in the Canandaigua Cemetery at a later date.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Anderson-Marry Funeral Home, Adrian.

https://www.andersonfuneralservices.com/obituaries/Merle-Lee-Eichler?obId=32720167

13/08/2024

Waldron Friendly Tavern Bar & Food
🍔 LUNCH & DINNER MENU🍷
SEVEN DAYS A WEEK
11:00 a.m. - Serving All Day

Print the LUNCH & DINNER menu by following the link posted here.
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★ The Wright-Waldron News does not guarantee that prices listed won't change by the business but they were the last known prices.

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Rose Marie Hoag
March 5, 1963 - August 12, 2024

Rose Marie Hoag, age 61, of Fayette, died early Monday morning, August 12, 2024, at Ayden Healthcare in Wauseon, after years of ailing health. She was born March 5, 1963, at Bixby Medical Center in Adrian to the late Richard and Ruth Marie (Eichenberg) Deakins. At age 12, following a tragic automobile accident that took the life of her mother and a brother, she was lovingly adopted by the family of Jerry and Mary Ann (Wulff) Hoffman of Morenci, MI.

Rose lived her early life in Adrian, and she was a 1982 graduate of Berean Baptist Academy. For many years she was employed with Adrian Public Schools in various cafeterias as a lunchroom supervisor. She was a longtime member of the Morenci Bible Fellowship, before recently attending the Fayette Church of the Nazarene. Rose first met Richard Charles Hoag of Delta on social media, and she invited him to meet her personally over a simple meal of chili and coffee. The two instantly bonded and married on June 30, 2018, at Canandaigua Church.

A lover of the outdoors, Rose enjoyed fishing, camping, and taking walks everywhere she wanted to go. She enjoyed knitting and crocheting, and had the biggest heart for all animals, taking in various strays as pets over the years. She will forever be remembered for her loving and caring ways, her genuine companionship as a friend, and her selfless desire to help anyone in need.

Surviving in addition to her husband of six years, Richard, is her daughter, Valerie Hoffman at home; four brothers, Jeffrey Hoffman of Fairlawn, VA, Daniel (Tonia) Hoffman of Morenci, Michael (Cynthia) Hoffman of Morenci, and Dick (Rose) Hoffman of Adrian; two sisters, Sue (Todd) King of Onondaga, MI and Thelma (Clark) Carncross of Johannesburg, MI; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her birth parents, she was preceded in death by her adopted parents and brothers, Billy and Jimmy.

A memorial service for Rose will be held on Saturday, August 31, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at the Fayette Church of the Nazarene. The family will receive friends for one hour prior to the service.

Memorial contributions in Rose’s memory are suggested to be designated to the family to defray their expenses. Arrangements were entrusted to the care of the Eagle-Marry Funeral Home in Fayette.

https://www.andersonfuneralservices.com/obituaries/Rose-Marie-Hoag?obId=32693035

13/08/2024

Nicholas James “Nick” Demongeot Sr.
July 19, 1946 - August 9, 2024

Nicholas James “Nick” Demongeot Sr., age 78, of Osseo, passed away Friday, August 9, 2024, at 3:20 p.m. in his son's arms at the Ann Arbor VA Medical Center. He was born July 19, 1946, in Hudson, to Nicholas and Francis (Behymer) Demongeot. He married Deborah Kay Peterson on December 26, 1987, and she preceded him in death on January 26, 2017.

Nick graduated from Hillsdale High School in 1964 and went on to serve his country as an E6 Staff Sergeant Airborne MACV Recondo Ranger, 75th Infantry, Company F (Merill's Marauders). Upon his return he moved to Florida and worked on a shrimp boat for several years before moving back to his hometown of Osseo, Michigan and working at Hillsdale Tool, where he retired from. He was an outdoorsman and loved pheasant hunting, duck hunting, competitive trap, and s***t shooting with his son and friends. He was also a state charter member of the Viet Nam Vets MC (Chapter C), and a long-standing, last surviving member of the "Trees", (Nick Demongeot Sr., Rick Bahlau, Paul Belpasso, and Jerry Bates). Nick went out of his way to live a beautiful, adventurous life with his family and friends.

Nick is survived by his son, Nicholas James Demongeot II Jr., a great nephew Marty Wayne (Angela) Draper, great nephew Chris (Patrice) Davis, great nephew Aaron (Amanda) VanTilburg, great niece India (Justin) Draper-Smith, and cousins Debra (Jae) Royal, Laurie Zehr, Cindy (Bob) Valdez, Brian (Denise) Baker, Christy Bowditch, Shannon Bowditch, Fred (Sharon) Demongeot, and Cindy Demongeot.

He is preceded in death by his wife of 30 years, Deborah; two siblings, Joann and Don Demongeot, a niece-in-law, Angela Draper, and a cousin, Fred Demongeot.

A visitation for Nick Demongeot Sr., will be on Thursday, August 15, 2024, from 6:00–8:00 PM at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale.

Memorial contributions are suggested to his son, Nicholas James Demongeot II Jr., who will be maintaining the third-generation family house.

https://www.eaglefuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Nicholas-James-Nick-Demongeot-Sr?obId=32710740

12/08/2024

Linda F. Bryant-Solomon
September 29, 1946 - August 11, 2024

Linda F. Bryant-Solomon,77, of Osseo, peacefully passed away August 11, 2024, following a brief illness.

Linda was born September 29, 1946, in Reading, Massachusetts, to Franklin and Marjorie Bryant. Linda grew up in Dearborn, Michigan. She proudly attended Olivet College and was a member of the Soronian Society.

In 1975, Linda accepted a teaching position at Pittsford Area Schools. She taught countless “wonderful 6th graders” and loved the Pittsford community. Linda married the love of her life, Paul Solomon, on October 30, 1980. Together, they had a fabulous life for 34 years. After retiring from teaching, Linda worked as the switchboard operator for Hillsdale College. The Collegian affectionately referred to her as “The Voice of Hillsdale College.” In that article, Linda declared, “I love this job! I’m getting a PhD in Socializing!”

Linda loved flamingos, The Detroit Tigers, MSU Basketball, Knitting and “Following the Fiddler”.

Linda was preceded in death by her husband, Paul, father, mother and sister Leslie Morton.

She is survived by her sister, Nancy Bryant, of San Diego, California, her girls, Sara Price, Shellie Lynch, Sue Ritchey and an endless number of beloved friends.

A “Fla-Mazing Gathering of the Flock” will be held in Linda’s honor, Saturday August 17, 2024, at the Hillsdale American Legion from 1-5 pm. If you feel called, wear something pink or flamingo.

Memorial contributions in Linda’s name can be made to the Hillsdale County Community Foundation. Arrangements have been entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale.

https://www.eaglefuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Linda-F-Bryant-Solomon?obId=32696721

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