Wedding Announcement:
Nuptial Mass Celebrated for Couple
EW LOTHROP - The Rev. Fr. Michael H. Wolf celebrated the nuptial Mass for Geraldine J. Wendling, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Wendling, and Dale S. Bitterman, son of Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Bitterman, in Maple Grove St. Michael Church Saturday. The bride was attired in an embroidered net over taffeta bouffant skirted gown, styled with a Sabrina neckline. Her fingertip illusion veil was secured with a crown. She carried red roses centered with a white orchid. Ruth Wendling served her cousin as maid of honor. The bridesmaids were, Mrs. Philip Wendling, Karen Bitterman. Junior bridesmaid was Linda Wendling; and the flower girl was Beverly Bitterman. The attendants wore silk organza over taffeta dresses and carried colonial bouquets. Dr. James Bitterman of St. Louis, Mo., was his brother's best man. Ushers were John Bitterman, Donald Wendling, and Philip Wendling. The newlyweds will make their home in Chesaning. They greeted 400 guests at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Chesaning for a reception.
- Owosso Argus Press, August 1, 1961

Documents:
1940 Census, Saginaw, MI
Marriage Record, State of Ohio

Burial headstone, Jerome Township Cemetery, Sanford, Midland, MI

 

Obituary:
Van DOREN MARK F. Border Patrol Agent Mark Van Doren, age 40, was tragically killed in the line of duty in the early morning of May 24, 2010 near Falfurrias, Texas. Mark is survived by his three children Curtis 19, Rachelle 18, Dallas 17 all of Johannesburg, MI; his parents Foster and Barbara Van Doren of Harbor Springs MI; his brothers Peter Van Doren and Timothy Van Doren; his grandmothers Barbara Stearle and Agnes Van Doren. He will be greatly missed by his dear nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Mark was born and raised in Westland, Michigan. He resided in Oakland and Livingston Counties prior to joining the Border Patrol. A memorial service will be held at the Carleton Township Hall in Johannesburg MI at 1:00pm on May 31, 2010. The family welcomes all who would like to attend.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
- The Detroit News, May 30, 2010.

 

Documents:
Burial monument, Montrose Cemetery, Montrose, Genesee, MI

 

Obituary:
Gregory Dee Kegerreis, age 58, of Monroe, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, January 21, 2024 at Promedica Monroe Region Hospital's Emergency Room.
Greg was born October 9, 1965 in Monroe, he was the son of Donald Dee and Patricia Jean (Kitzler) Kegerreis. He was married to Wendy K. Haines, they spent 23 wonderful years together as a couple were married on September 3, 2010.
He had been a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church where he was baptized, confirmed and educated. He was a 1984 graduate of Monroe Catholic Central High School.
He worked for many years as a machinist and then as a custodian for Monroe Public School at the High School, Middle School and Waterloo Elementary.
Greg enjoyed golfing, hunting and fishing when the weather was warm, in the colder months he liked to draw and pursued more artistic activities. He also loved to watch football, especially Michigan and the Detroit Lions.
He is survived by his wife, Wendy; his parents, Donald and Patricia Kegerreis of Monroe, two sons, Brett (Olivia) Kegerreis of Grand Rapids, Evan (Kate Tydeman) Reaume of Toledo; three stepchildren, Michelle (David) Glaser of Monroe, Christy (John) Prokurat of Dearborn Hgts. and Daniel (Reghan) Verellen) Gallup of Monroe; a brother, Scott (Allyson) Kegerreis of Monroe; his one and only grandson Dutton and several step grandchildren.
Visitation will be held Thursday from 12 to 3 p.m. at Bacarella Funeral Home 1201 S. Telegraph Rd., Monroe, with funeral services beginning at 3 p.m. Rev. Michael A. Anagbogu, associate pastor of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, will officiate. Interment will take place at a later date at Roselawn Memorial Park, LaSalle.
The family suggest memorial contributions in Greg's memory be made to the Humane Society of Monroe County.
-.Bacarella Funeral Home

She is Jason Bigelow's step-daughter.

 

Documents:
Burial Monument, Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Reed City, MI