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MELVIN J. SCHROEDER
Saline
Melvin J. Schroeder, 76, of Saline died July 22, 2006, at the Saline Evangelical Home after a long illness. He was born May 1, 1930, in Britton the son of Arthur and LaVina (Price) Schroeder. He had been a Saline resident for the past six years.
On May 6, 1950, he married
Evelyn Betz in Wayne, and she survives.
Mr. Schroeder attended the Ford School in Macon and was a graduate of Britton High School. He was a member of the Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Saline and the Michigan National Guard.
Mr. Schroeder enjoyed farming, and also had been employed by United Airlines for many years until his retirement.
Survivors in addition to his wife, Evelyn include three daughters, Diana (Thomas) Tucker of Britton, Linda (Robert) Haines of Milan and Yvonne Schroeder of Milan; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; three brothers; and several nieces and nephews.
A funeral was held Tuesday at the Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Saline. The Rev. William Natsis officiated. Burial was at Macon Township cemetery in Macon Township, where the Rev. Tom Schroeder officiated.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association or the church. Envelopes are available at the church, where friends called on Monday.
Arrangements were by the Robison-Bahnmiller Funeral Home Saline.
MARGARET E. (HOUSEHOLDER) TERRY
Ann Arbor
Margaret E. (Householder) Terry, 80, of Ann Arbor died July 20, 2006, peacefully at the Evangelical Home of Saline. She was born July 3, 1926, in Leeper, Mo., the daughter of John and Amanda (Thorsland) Thrasher.
Mrs. Terry's first husband, Ollie Householder, preceded her in death in 1970 and her second husband, Nelson Terry, died in 2000. She also was preceded in death by her son, Bill, in 2003; her son, Gene, in 1995; and her daughter, Pauline, in 1969.
Mrs. Terry was a resident of East Ann Arbor for many years. She was a beautiful person with a ready smile who was loved by everyone who knew her.
Even when very ill, her sense of humor and wit were ever present, and she was concerned about the welfare and happiness of others rather than herself.
Mrs. Terry loved to read, and her garden was a site to behold. But her greatest love was the love she had for her children. She loved any holiday that brought the family together in celebration.
Mrs. Terry worked in the nursing department at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital for 35 years until her retirement. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends, including her many friends at the Evangelical Home, where she was a resident for the past two years.
Survivors include three sons, Wally (Anna) Householder of Arizona, Ron (Lauri) Householder of Belleville and Ken (Tracie) Householder of Ypsilanti; three daughters, Phyllis (Richard) Corak of Saline, Patti (Robert) Welsh of Fowlerville and Pam Householder of Ypsilanti; as well as many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews.
A funeral was held Tuesday at the Robison-Bahnmiller Funeral Home in Saline. The Rev. Tim Brokaw officiated. Burial was at the Washtenong Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions may be given to Arbor Hospice. Envelopes are available at Robison-Bahnmiller Funeral Home.
RICHARD EMERSON McMULLEN
Milan
After a brave and lengthy battle with heart disease, Richard Emerson McMullen, 80, died peacefully July 20, 2006, surrounded by his loving family at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor.
Mr. McMullen lived as he wished others to live "in the midst of little kindnesses, small vices and dreams."
He was a consummate family man who was devoted to his wife, children, friends, students and colleagues.
Mr. McMullen was a dedicated teacher and mentor who lived and breathed writing, loved books, kids, gardening, music, movies, animals and sharing his life views with anyone willing to listen. His wit was quick, and his heart was full. He was a gentle, humane man whose philosophy of life touched many and may best be captured in words spoken to a dear friend, "Life is hard work. You should understand this, and always treat people as individuals who deserve courtesy, warmth and respect."
Mr. McMullen was born March 30, 1926, in Ypsilanti to Louis "Pete" and Myrtle (Butler) McMullen. The eldest of three children, he grew up in Milan and, except for time spent in the military and at college, lived most of his life there.
After graduating from Milan High School in 1943, Mr. McMullen immediately joined the military at the age of 17 and served as a hospital corpsman in the U.S. Navy during both World War II and the Korean War.
Mr. McMullen earned a bachelor's degree from Alma College in 1956, followed by a master's degree from the University of Michigan in 1961.
In 1951, he married
Beverly Jane Yoder in Alma, and together they shared many joys as they raised three children, and welcomed the addition of two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren into their lives.
From early jobs as a foundry worker, janitor and newspaper reporter, Mr. McMullen ultimately embraced a career teaching English, creative writing and journalism.
Following his first teaching position at Fenton High School (1956-1960), he became a well-loved educator in the Ann Arbor Public Schools, beginning at Forsythe Junior High in 1960 and moving through Scarlett and Clague Middle Schools, until finally landing at Pioneer High School, where he retired in 1988.
Throughout his career, Mr. McMullen was a driving force in bringing the joy and art of writing to students and adults, not only in Ann Arbor but also throughout the state of Michigan.
Inspired by his mother and his high school English teacher, his love of words led him into the world of poetry. Beginning his poetic journey in 1949, Mr. McMullen composed more than 800 poems, with more than 300 appearing in some 100 newspapers, periodicals and anthologies, including the Christian Science Monitor, New York Times, Massachusetts Review and Commonwealth.
Mr. McMullen's first book of poetry, "Chicken Beacon, " was published in 1975 followed by "Trying to Get Out, " (1981) and "Like Heaven, " (1993). His latest book, "Not Only Love: New and Collected Poems, " 1975-2003, was published in 2005. As a poet, he enjoyed a faithful following of admirers throughout the United States, Canada, Great Britain and Ireland.
In 1983, Mr. McMullen was honored by his hometown and proclaimed Milan's official poet laureate and, in 2005, he was inducted into the Milan High School Hall of Fame.
In recent years, he took great joy in being an active participant and mentor in the Tuesday Open Mic Poetry Reading group at the Lighthouse Coffee Co. in Milan. He also was thrilled when, upon receiving a copy of "Not Only Love, " Garrison Keillor chose to read Mr. McMullen's poem, "One Time My Dad, " on his daily public radio spot, "The Writers' Almanac, " (June 16, 2005).
Survivors include Beverly, his devoted wife of 55 years; his daughter, Christina McMullen; daughter, Julie Farris, and son-in-law Richard Farris; son, Louis McMullen; granddaughter, Jennifer Pennington, and her husband, Glenn Pennington; grandson, Justin Farris; great-grandchildren, Genna and Gavin Pennington; his sister, Joanne McGovern; brother-in-law, Fayne McGovern; brother-in-law, Doug Callow; sisters-in-law, Charlotte McFarland and Elizabeth Kirk; brother-in-law, Robert Kirk; and innumerable nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his dear parents; sister, Beth Callow; and brother-in-law, Don McFarland.
A memorial celebration of Mr. McMullen's life will be held 2 p.m. Sunday at the People's Presbyterian Church, 210 Smith St., in Milan.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Milan Public Library or the People's Presbyterian Church.
WARREN ROBERT HALE
Milan
Milan said goodbye to one of its most dedicated citizens July 29, 2006, as Warren Robert Hale, 76, of Milan died, succumbing to cancer at home surrounded by his loving family.
Mr. Hale was born March 22, 1930, in Ann Arbor to Floyd and Rachel (Kibby) Hale. Soon after, the family moved to Milan where he resided for most of his life.
Throughout his life, Mr. Hale had a love of music and began playing the piano at the age of 6 by watching his mother play. He was a natural with music, and by the sixth grade was playing drums for the Milan High School Marching Band and continued to do so until he graduated 1948.
Mr. Hale also had a passion for law enforcement and desire to become a police officer. He was accepted into the State Police Academy in 1951, but then declined his position after the untimely illness of his father.
As a young adult, putting his family first, Mr. Hale began his working career at the Ypsilanti State Hospital, the University of Michigan, Argus Camera and, in 1963, began employment with Double A Products in Manchester. He was very proud of the fact that while at Double A, the company produced valves and pumps for the Apollo space program and, under his supervision, the company had zero defects.
In 1967, Mr. Hale began his lifelong dream of becoming a public servant by joining the Milan Police Department. He quickly rose through the ranks and was promoted to chief in 1972 and served in that capacity until 1985.
In subsequent years, Mr. Hale served as a U.S. marshal, chief administrator to the Monroe County Sheriff's Department, and sold real estate in the area.
From 1986 to 1994, he drove a bus for the Ann Arbor Public Schools. Later he told his family that it was the most rewarding job he ever had. He thoroughly enjoyed the kids on his bus and they loved him.
Mr. Hale had a lifelong love of history and he expressed that in a weekly column, "Way Back When, " that he wrote for the local newspaper, beginning in 1978 and continuing until his passing. Anytime a person picked up the paper, it was guaranteed there would be an interesting and educational article about Milan's history and people in the community.
His love for history was most evident with the founding of the Milan Area Historical Society. Mr. Hale not just spoke, but acted upon his beliefs. This is obvious to those who know of the enormous efforts and countless hours he gave to saving the Hack House and the Milan Fire Barn. He was instrumental in the acquisition and restoration of a 1937 Ford fire truck in exchange for Milan's original Ford Model T fire truck, which was donated to Greenfield Village. Mr. Hale did not just live in Milan, he lived for Milan.
In addition to his life's endeavors, he was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He loved life and always had a good story to tell. One of his favorites was how he met his wife, Dee Goble. He met her on a blind date and decided by the end of the evening that she was going to be his bride. Within six months, they were married
at the Marble Memorial Methodist Church in Milan. They continued to live in Milan, where they raised their family.
Survivors include his wife; four children, Darryl of West Virginia, Jim (Claudia) of Milan, Pam (Joe) Majka of South Carolina and Alan (Glenna) of Milan; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Harold and Paul.
A funeral will be held 11 a.m. Thursday at the Marble Memorial United Methodist Church. The Rev. Irma Ward will officiate. Burial will follow in Marble Park cemetery in Milan.
Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the church.
Arrangements were made by Ochalek-Stark Funeral Home in Milan.
Memorial contributions may be made to Arbor Hospice or the Milan Area Historical Society. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.ochalekstark.com
ALWIN E. MARION
Saline
Alwin E. Marion, 90, of Saline died suddenly July 29, 2006, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor. He was born Sept. 24, 1915, in Saline Township the son of Frederick Julius and Lydia (Braun) Marion. He was a Saline resident all of his life.
On June 13, 1942, in Dundee, he married
Ethel A. Kopka, and she survives.
Mr. Marion was a lifelong member of the Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Saline. He farmed all of his life, and was a former president and treasurer of the church council, president of the Washtenaw Farmers Petroleum, and a member of the Board of State Farmers Petroleum.
He also served as supervisor and treasurer of Saline Township and was a life member of the Washtenaw County Farm Bureau.
In addition to his wife, Ethel, of 64 years, he is survived by four sons, Gerald (Donna) Marrion of Clinton, Peter Marion of Saline, Timothy (Rosalie) Marion of Webberville and Gary (Karen) Marion of Webberville; nine grandchildren, Kathleen Ingerson, Kristine Kirchoff, Kimberly Humeniuk, Tami Militz, Patricia Rollin, Jennifer Marion, Kerri Esmay, Chad Marion and Amy Schwartz; 12 great-grandchildren, Kenneth and Kate Kirchoff, Sarah, Andrew, Hannah Joy and Deborah Ingerson, Eli Humeniuk, Shannon and Nickolas Militz, Bryce Rollin, Hannah and Drew Esmay; and two step-great-grandchildren, Anna and Abby Humeniuk.
He is also survived by a sister-in-law, Doris Marion, and a brother-in-law, Norman Bohnett.
Mr. Marion was preceded in death by six brothers, Jacob, Oscar, Reuben, Carl, Emanuel and Herman Marion; two sisters, Lorena Marion and Elsie Bohnett; and a great-grandson, Caleb Ingerson.
A funeral was held Tuesday at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Saline. The Revs. William Natsis and Mark Smith officiated.
Burial was at Oakwood cemetery in Saline.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Saline or to the Memorial Lutheran Church in Williamson. Envelopes are available at the church.
Arrangements were by Robison-Bahnmiller of Saline.
HENRY B. METZELAAR
Milan
Henry B. Metzelaar, 84, of Milan died July 31, 2006, at the Gilbert Residence in Ypsilanti after a brief illness. He was born June 3, 1922, in Bloemendael, the Netherlands, the son of Jan and Maria (Blankert) Metzelaar. They had three sons, Henry, an older brother, Paul, and younger brother, Arien.
The family lived in both Ann Arbor and the Netherlands.
Mr. Metzelaar's father, Jan, died in a tragic boat accident in Michigan when Mr. Metzelaar was young.
World War II found Mr. Metzelaar and his two brothers escaping to the United States in 1941. He joined the U.S. Navy and became a combat veteran, mainly aboard the U.S.S. Texas. He saw action in North Africa and participated in D-Day.
After the war, he married
Lena Koperberg Nov. 9, 1948, in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. He became a horticulturalist for the University of Michigan for many years and settled down in Milan, where he made his home for the past 50 years.
Mr. Metzelaar was employed more than 22 years at the GM Willow Run, Hydramatic Plant, retiring as a journeyman electrician. He remained active for many years in veterans groups, was a volunteer for the U of M Botanical Gardens and participated in Milan's Meals on Wheels program.
Mr. Metzelaar loved to read and write and was active with the Turner Group and the Unitarian Fellowship, both of Ann Arbor.
He will be missed by all who knew him.
Survivors include his wife, Lena; daughter, Helen Metzelaar of the Netherlands; a son, John Metzelaar of Milan; and a brother, Paul (Betty) of California.
Private services were held at Forest Hills cemetery in Ann Arbor.
