David Floyd Nelson

David Floyd Nelson, age 86, of Fowlerville, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2023. He was surrounded by his family and his loving friend Irene Goforth. David was born on July 18, 1937 to Floyd and Sylvia Nelson, whom preceded him in death, along with his wife, Bonnie, and brother Charles (Chuck).

David married Bonnie Klender on October 27,1956, in Howell, MI, where they lived for many happy years before moving to Fowlerville. They were married for 48 years before she passed away.

David spent his younger years tinkering around his pole barn, working on his many projects. He enjoyed using his talent to design and engineer his ideas to make his tractor and lawnmowers work better. David was able to use that talent for his job in maintenance at the businesses he worked for until his retirement.

He and Bonnie owned a cabin in Leota that gave them many years of pleasure and created special memories for their children and grandchildren.

In later years, he discovered he liked to bake pies and share them with his children. He became known for his excellent pot roast, as well.

David and his friend, Irene were able to spend his last 17 years together enjoying holidays with both families, attending his grandchildren’s sporting events, and traveling in his motorhome with their beloved dog, Bella. He also enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. He made many trips on his golf cart to visit his boys at Nelson’s Collision. He was a funny guy who loved to make people laugh, but don’t get him started on politics. He took pride in his home and loved keeping his property beautiful.

David is survived by his four children, Rick (Lisa) Nelson, Kim (Nick) Converse, Scott (Kim) Nelson, all of Fowlerville and Todd (Diane) Nelson of Perry. He has 9 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be held at Herrmann Funeral Home, 1005 E. Grand River, Fowlerville, on Wednesday, August 2, 2023 from 10:00 – 12:00, with a service from 12:00 – 1:00. Luncheon to follow at the Recreation Hall behind St. Agnes Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Humane Society or charity of your choice.

Arrangements entrusted to Herrmann Funeral Home. Online condolences may be expressed at pjherrmannfuneralhome.com

Edward John Kaiser

Edward John Kaiser, age 84, died Wednesday, July 26, 2023, at Geer AFC Home in Fowlerville. He was born the only child of Daniel and Gail Kaiser on August15, 1938, in Mt. Pleasant and was a lifelong resident of Fowlerville. He was a devoted member of St. Agnes Catholic Church and never missed a daily prayer. Ed enjoyed going to church, playing the organ, music and gardening. He gifted those around him with his skills in baking and painting.

Surviving are his cousins Lil Betz of Paulding, OH, William (Shirley) Straley of Van Wert, OH, David (Elizabeth) Straley, Ron Sesney, Kathy (Greg) Gorrell all of Ft. Wayne, as well as numerous more distant cousins he remembered well. His closest family was truly those he lived with for many years at Geer AFC Home, including his caregivers: Margaret “Peg” Geer and family. He is also survived by his guardian: Kim (Scott) Niblack.

He was preceded in death by his father: Daniel E. in 1985 and his mother: Gizilla T. “Gail” (Majoro) Kaiser in 1988, Aunts and Uncles and first cousins John Betz, Ed (Carol) Straley, Rosella Sesney, John and Andrew Buku,and his previous guardian: Mary (Gale) Dillingham. All who knew Ed will miss his smiles, prayers and routines.

His astute observations about the world helped everyone see things a little bit differently. He lived his life as an authentic child of God with innocence, exuberance and joy. Those who knew him were made better for the time spent with him and he will be in our hearts forever.

Mass of the Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, at St. Agnes Catholic Church, Fowlerville with Fr. Nathaniel Sokol officiating. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Fowlerville. Arrangements by Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel. www.EstesLeadley.com.

 Ruth Ann Douglas Rice

March 15, 1942 – July 21, 2023

Ruth Ann Rice, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend passed away July 21, 2023 surrounded by her family.

She was born to Clarence and Frances Douglas on March 15, 1942 and graduated from Webberville High School in 1961 as valedictorian of her class. She married the love of her life, Kenneth, on June 20, 1964 and spent the next 59 years as the rock of her family.

Prior to her marriage, Ruth Ann attended Lansing Business College and worked for the State of Michigan. After her daughters, Tammy and Kelly, both started school, Ruth Ann started volunteering at Webberville Schools. That volunteer work turned into employment and she finally retired from Webberville Schools in 2004 after 32 years of service.

It was no secret that Ruth Ann loved her family and loved cooking for her family. Her kitchen was the source of many, many home-cooked meals for anyone and everyone. The grandkid’s favorites were french toast, homemade pizza and Christmas Eve smorgasbord.

Ruth Ann and Ken spent a lot of time camping, especially after they both retired and became seasonal campers in Harrison. Many happy family memories were made camping at state parks all over Michigan as Tammy and Kelly were growing up. Although Ruth Ann didn’t care for water, she was a good sport about canoe trips and being designated as the best “spotter” for those water skiing.

Ruth Ann became passionate about card making and spent a lot of time happily making cards for every occasion. She was also known to volunteer to make cards for others to give away or make bundles of cards to give away for silent auctions.

Ruth Ann is survived by her husband, Kenneth; her two daughters Tammy (Steve) Grossbauer, Kelly (Mark) Zemla; 11 grandchildren – Steven Grossbauer, John Grossbauer, Justin Pierce, Jennifer Brooke, Joe Pierce, Nolan Grossbauer, William Zemla, Emma Grossbauer, Madison Zemla, Logan Pierce and Brady Pierce; 4 great grandchildren – Jaxon Mahon, Ben Mahon, Anderson Pierce and Sophia Zemla; and her brother, Walter Douglas. She was predeceased by her parents, Clarence and Frances Douglas, her sister Marian Allen and her brothers Michael and David Douglas.

A visitation for Ruth was held Wednesday, July 26, 2023 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 205 East Middle Street, Williamston. A memorial service occurred Thursday, July 27, 2023 at 11:00 AM with a visitation one hour prior at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes in Williamston. Donations in Ruth Ann’s memory can be made to Webberville Music Program c/o Webberville Community Schools.

 Joyce B. Schlosser

Joyce B. Schlosser was born in Flint MI to Lloyd and Florence Verrell. Joyce passed away on June 23, 2023, at the Willows in Howell MI at the age of 96. Her two brothers, Mark and Roger, preceded her in death. She graduated from Davison High School and attended beauty school to become a beautician. She married Arthur Schlosser in 1946 and he went to barbering school after serving in the Navy. They moved to Fowlerville and started a business--Art and Joyce's Barber and Beauty Shop--that lasted for almost 40 years, In the early eighties they decided to semi-retire and move to Holiday Fl and later New Port Richey FL. Art died in 2017 after 70 years of marriage.

Joyce is survived by daughter Susan (Morrie) Coles of Mason MI, granddaughters Karyn and Andrea, son Kevin (Nancy Olsen) of Monroe MI, grandsons Kurt and Kyle and 1 great grandson, Charlie.

Art and Joyce loved to dance and gather at parties with many of the family and friends they had in Michigan and Florida. We know they are having a good time together now and dancing again.

The family would like to thank the staff at the Willows of Howell and Elera Hospice for the care of Joyce.

A private family gathering is planned at a later date.

Arrangements entrusted to Herrmann Funeral Home. Online condolences may be expressed at pjherrmannfuneralhome.com

 Donations from Famers Market being used by Williamston Area Senior Center

The Williamston Area Senior Center is working with the Eastern Ingham Farmers Market in Williamston to accept donations of produce at the end of the weekly Market Day on Sunday that The Center can use and provide to the Seniors in Williamston. July 23rd, the first time for the new program, was a wonderful day for donations, Titus Farms donated 22 lbs of produce and C&S Family Farm donated 12 lbs of produce. Seniors at the Center could not be more thankful!

Oak Grove United Methodist Men serving Chicken BBQ on August 5th

Oak Grove United Methodist Men invite you to their annual Chicken BBQ on Saturday, August 5th, 5-7 p.m. at the Oak Grove United Methodist Church, 6686 Oak Grove Rd., Howell (5 miles n. of M-59). Come dine indoors and enjoy a meal of barbecued chicken, potato salad, baked beans, corn & cake. Questions? Call the church office at 517-546-3942. 

 Livingston County Genealogical Society to hold zoom meeting on August 3rd

The Livingston County Genealogical Society will meet via zoom on August 3rd. “African American Research” is the program topic.

Following a short business meeting, Jessica Trotter will present the program. Jessica, a local, regional, and national speaker, is the Collection Development Specialist for the Capitol Area District Library in the Lansing area. In 2020 the Michigan Academic Library Association awarded her the “Librarian of the Year” award. Her program will talk about the difficulties and strategies in doing African American research and how to break through the barriers facing researchers.

A link to this virtual meeting may be found on our Facebook page for the Livingston County Genealogical Society a few days before the August 3rd meeting. All are welcome."