Frances K. Pennell-Roy

   Frances K. Pennell-Roy, age 61 and a lifelong resident of Fowlerville, MI, passed away suddenly on Sunday, March 24, 2019. She was born July 10, 1957 in Howell, MI to Charles & Jean (Hicks) Pennell. 
    Frances lived life to the fullest every day. She had a true passion and talent for cooking. Frances enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family and pets. She loved to collect jewelry but most of all adored being around children and her beloved granddaughter. 
    Frances is survived by her husband, Patrick Roy; daughter, Jamie Ogden; son, Justin Ogden; granddaughter, Sunnie Ogden; brothers, Dave Hicks (Judy), Steaven Hicks, Lennie Pennell along with many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Jean; sister, Robin Pennell and daughter, Jeannie Marie Ogden. 
    A memorial service was held on March 29, 2019 at MacDonald’s Funeral Home, Howell, MI with a private family inurnment at Lakeview Cemetery, Howell. Memorial contributions are suggested to the family. Please visit the family’s online guest book at www.macdonaldsfuneralhome.com

Elena Maria (Lopez) Bowman

    Elena Maria Bowman (Lopez), a longtime resident of Webberville, died on March 24, 2019 at the age of 89.  She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Clarence Wilbur Bowman in 2006, and son Michael Bowman, and is survived by eleven children: Maria (Hal) Winters, C. William (Sue) Bowman, Jennifer Lee, Barbara Szabo, Doug (Jannet) Bowman, Martin Bowman, Beatrice (Wes) Moody, Rebecca (Tim) Chase, Ron Bowman, Laura (Bob) Craigmile, and Rodger (Dayna) Bowman; one sister, Pauline Prieskorn; 33 grandchildren, 56 great grandchildren and 8 great great grandchildren; and many extended family and friends.
     Elena was born in Detroit, Michigan, the youngest of six children of Severiano and Isabel Lopez.  Elena met her husband Clarence while he was serving in World War II.  They were married in 1946.
    Visitation was on Wednesday March 27, 2019 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (with Rosary at 7:00 p.m.) at Herrmann Funeral Home, 1005 E Grand River Ave., Fowlerville, MI  48836.
    Funeral Mass was on Thursday March 28, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (with visitation preceding the Mass at 9:00 a.m.) at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 855 E Grand River Ave., Fowlerville, MI  48836.
    Internment was at Holy Sepulchre Catholic Cemetery, 25800 W. 10 Mile Rd., Southfield, MI 48033 following the Funeral Mass.   Online condolences may be expressed at pjherrmannfuneralhome.com

Trinity United Methodist Church to hold annual Tractor Blessing April 14
    Trinity United Methodist Church will hold its 11th Annual Tractor Blessing on Sunday, April 14, starting at  2 pm.
    Come out and see the tractors big and small, old and new. There will also be miniature farm displays set up inside. Hot dog grilling is offered for a free will donation. Anyone is invited to bring their tractor, lawn tractor, etc. if they would like it blessed for the coming year by Pastor Mark Huff. 
    If you have any antique farm items that we could display, please contact the church office.  The Michigan Pedal Pullers will be here again this year. 
    The church is located at 8201 Iosco Rd, Fowlerville, south of Mason Rd, at the corner of Bull Run & Iosco. Questions contact the church office at 517-223-9601 and leave a message for Andy Herald. Join us for an afternoon of food, fun and fellowship.

Plainfield United Methodist to serve Chicken & Biscuit Supper on April 13
   A Chicken and Biscuit Supper will be served at the Plainfield United Methodist Church, 17845 M-36, north of Gregory on Saturday, April 13, starting at 5 pm. Free will donation. Take outs available. All are welcome.

Mystery writer & pastor’s wife to appear at Crossroads UMC April 13
   Meet noted author Mary Morgan of Haslett and shop for birthdays and summer reading for youth at a talk and book signing offered to the public at Crossroads United Methodist Church.  Crossroads United Methodist Women are sponsoring the event.
    Children and adults are welcome to meet Morgan, who will speak and autograph her books from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 13, at the church, corner of Haslett and Zimmer roads, east of Haslett and north of Williamston.
    Morgan is especially known for her series of mysteries set in the national parks of the US, designed to educate and inspire young readers and their families to visit “America’s Best Idea”—the parks.  She also has written books for preschoolers.
    Morgan is a pastor’s wife, children’s worker, part-time youth leader and grandma.  She and her family have visited 25 of the national parks, exploring and photographing all of them.  Her main characters are twins Ben and Becca, and all the children in her books are based on children she knows.
    There is no charge for the program.  Light refreshments will be served.  For details, contact the church at 517/655-1466, email at office.umccrossroads@gmail.com or find the church on Facebook.

Livingston Centre Historical Village committee meeting April 4 at fair office
     The monthly meeting concerning the Livingston Centre Historical Village committee will be Thursday, April 4 at 7:00 p.m. in the Fowlerville Fair office.
   Discussion will primarily involve continued planning for the annual Gramma's Attic fundraiser, May 16 - 18.  Volunteers can pick up your donation if delivery is not possible---call Marj at 517-223-3831; days for your drop-off to the fairgrounds will be announced in the coming weeks.  As in years past, the sale will be held in the commercial building near the front gate of the fairgrounds.  Large appliances and most electronic equipment cannot be accepted but most other things can; watch this space for a more complete list.
    Early plans are being made for the Sept. 14 Fall Fest.  Members will soon be selling raffle tickets for the September drawing.  Prizes are sure to be delightful, details will be follow as they become available.  Applications are already being accepted for handcrafted item sales booths, traditional skill demonstrations, and food vendors.  Please contact Bette Kelly at 517-546-8797 for rental information.  Organizers continue to increase events that involve and entertain the entire family.
   As always, new faces are welcome at the monthly meeting; fresh ideas and input is valuable as the committee looks to resume repairs inside the Historic Village as weather allows.

Howell United Methodist Women to hold spring rummage sale April 5-6  
    The United Methodist Women of the First United Methodist Church of Howell will hold their spring rummage sale at the church on Friday, April 5th from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. and Saturday, April 6th from 9:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M.  Clothing will be priced at $8.00 per bag on Friday and $4.00 per bag on Saturday.  All priced items half off on Saturday.  The church is located at 1230 Bower Street in Howell, across from Northwest Elementary School.