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Providing funeral, cremation and shipping services to the surrounding areas in a modern facility. He holds two Bachelor’s degrees and a Master’s Degree.

Why Choose Champagne
For almost 50 years, Champagne Funeral Chapel has been privately owned and operated. From our three locations in Caseville, Elkton and Pigeon, they have proudly served the Western Thumb, successfully consolidating in 2019 into a modern new building in downtown Pigeon. The funeral directors and staff are personally involved in serving the communities in which they live and work. The current funeral director is James Childs, who in 2004 purchased the Caseville funeral home, then merged the funeral homes in Elkton and Pigeon in 2017. He has worked in the funeral industry since 1996 and is a graduate of Wayne State University Mortuary School. He has the expertise and experience to guide you throughout this emotional time. He plans and conducts all types of funeral and memorial services which will honor your loved one and comfort your family and friends. Transparency and advising on appropriate service solutions suited to the individual situation are aspects of his which will make a client’s experience easier and better. His professional skills as an embalmer and stylist along with his deep knowledge of funeral customs, options, laws, and pre-arrangement plans have earned him a respected spot in the funeral profession and in the community. Along with an office staff to manage arrangements, funeral assistants and removal staff, they assist and guide clients through difficult times. They understand how difficult it is to lose someone and the staff works hard to accommodate the individual needs of each family. The funeral home strives to make a bad situation better.

12/03/2025

Beatrice (Bea) E. Anklam, 100, of Pigeon went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at Huron County Medical Care Facility, with her loving children sharing her last days with her. She was born March 7, 1925, to the late Twilton Mathew and Sarah Mae (Grigg) Heron. Bea attended Caseville Elementary School and transferred to Pigeon High School where she graduated in 1942. She was united in marriage to Calvin C. Anklam on February 8, 1947, at Immanuel Lutheran Church of Bay City. He preceded her in death on April 25, 1998.

Bea was employed at Kraft Inc. of Pigeon for 12 years and prior to retiring there, she was also a bookkeeper at Don Brown Electric and Hengy Ford Sales of Pigeon. Additionally, she was a Mary Kay consultant for over 20 years. As an active member of St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Bea also served as president and secretary of their Women's Society. She loved going to the Pistons and the Detroit Tigers games. She bowled for many years and also enjoyed golfing and playing cards, as well as spending time with family and friends. Bea was active with the State of Michigan Rural letter Carriers Association Auxiliary and was honored with "Women of the Year" award.

Bea is survived by one son, Clark C. (Gloria) Anklam of Freeland; two daughters, Cynthia (Robert) Rathje of Pigeon and Randie Clark of Bad Axe; 8 grandchildren, Lisa (Ed) Plucinski, Michelle (James) Macdowall, Ami (Aaron) Park, Kami (Russell) Genet, Joy (George) Lopez, Robin Rathje (Rachel Bondy), Bradley (Kathy) Clark, and Heather (Mark) Goff; one step granddaughter, Kelly Nixon; 12 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren; sister-in-law, Rosalie Joan Heron; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband, Calvin, she was preceded in death by; three brothers, Thomas, Francis, and Clare Heron; seven sisters, Leona Kreh, Isabelle Kreh, Sara Jamison, Sybil Heron, Esther Stirrett, Eva Grigg, and Barbara Diller; and son-in-law Ronald Clark.

Funeral Service for Bea will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Pigeon, with Pastor Steve Neuman officiating.

Visitation will be on Monday, December 8, at the Ransford Funeral Home - Pigeon, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and Tuesday at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Pigeon, from 10:00 a.m. until time of service. Burial will be at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Cemetery.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff of Huron County Medical Care Facility for their support and special care, and to Pastor Steve Neuman for his countless visits, prayers, and words of comfort to Bea and the family. Memorials may be made to St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church.

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11/30/2025

Carolyn Kay Morrison passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2025 at the age of 83. Born on January 31, 1942 in Rhodes, Iowa, Carolyn was a woman of quiet strength and tremendous kindness, both in her personal life and her extensive nursing career.

Carolyn is survived by her children, Scott (Christine) Morrison, Lynn Lonsway, Kathy (Kevin) Feldt, and Elizabeth (James) Shirey; her grandchildren, Stephen (Anna), Claire (Shane), Ryan, Daniel, Joshua, Megan, Emma, Noelle, and Caroline; and her great-grandchildren, Bernadette, Theodore, Frederick, and Samuel.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Don Morrison; her brother, Jim Tribby; and her grandson, Justin Lonsway.

Carolyn grew up in rural Iowa, graduated from Southeastern High School in Detroit in 1959 and then earned her Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. Carolyn married Don in 1963 and they spent the chapters of their lives in many communities around Michigan including: Detroit, Fenton, Beverley Hills, Rochester Hills, Pigeon, and Grosse Pointe Woods. Carolyn made an impact in every community she joined, and every room (and elevator!) she entered. She had a special ability to make people feel welcome, seen, and cared for in any situation.

Her spirit lives on in the memories she created, the lives she shaped, and the love she poured into her family and friends. Carolyn’s positivity and strength came from faith, family, and friendships including the “Michigan girls” from the U of M Nursing Class of 1963, the quilting “Bernina sisters” from Pigeon, neighbors on Sand Pointe, members of Salem church, employees and patients at Crittenton Hospital and Scheurer Health Network, and the Country Bay and Sunrise senior living communities. Some of her happiest times were spent on Wildfowl Bay while hosting family and friends.

A funeral service to honor Carolyn's life will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at Salem Church in Pigeon, Michigan. Rev. Michael Sawicki will officiate with private burial at Caseville Twp. Cemetery. The family will be present to receive visitors on Friday, December 5, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Ransford Funeral Home in Pigeon and again at church on Saturday from 3:00 p.m. until the time of her service. A dinner will be hosted by the church directly after the service. An additional opportunity to honor Carolyn will be arranged in mid-December in the metro-Detroit area.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Carolyn's memory to Scheurer Hospital in honor of her passion for helping others through quality healthcare, https://www.scheurer.org/foundation.

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11/25/2025

Karen Ann Damm (Bond), 78, of Pigeon passed away peacefully at Meadow Lane Assisted Living surrounded by her family on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 following a ten year battle with multiple myeloma. Karen was born on February 19, 1947 in Cass City, daughter of the late Charles and Clara (Decker) Bond where she attended Cass City High School. She married Robert Damm on July 24, 1965, recently celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary. Karen was a homemaker for her three beautiful girls, worked as a seamstress for Eicher Cleaners in the 80’s, and continued sewing from her home for many years. Once her children were older, Karen worked at the Co-Op Elevator in various administrative positions before eventually retiring. Karen is remembered for her delicious cooking, baking, canning skills, and her ability to provide for her family. She was a loving, warm, and nurturing woman who cherished her family.

Karen is survived by her husband, Robert (Bob); children, Teri (Mark) Henry, Tammy (Keith) Kohtz and Christy Damm (Andrew Condor); grandchildren, Cole, Marisa, Mickala (Duncan), Landon (Samantha) and Stefen; sister, Susan Rubey; sister-in-law; Beverly Damm; brothers-in-law James Damm and P. Lynn Hurford; several nieces and nephews.

Karen was preceded in death by her sister, Bette Lou Hurford; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Carol and Arthur Terrill; brother-in-law, Chuck Rubey.

Karen's funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at First United Methodist Church, Pigeon followed by a burial at New Bay Port Cemetery, with a luncheon following at the church. Visitation will take place at Ransford Funeral Home in Pigeon on Friday, November 28, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and again at church on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of her service. Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church Pigeon.

A special thank you to the staff at Meadow Lane and Compassus for their wonderful care and attention during her recent hospice stay.

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11/24/2025

Linda Luella Krohn, age 71, of Elkton, passed away Saturday, November 22, 2025, at Courtney Manor while under hospice care after a courageous 8½ year battle with cancer with her best friend Dianne lovingly by her side.

Linda was born December 2, 1953, to Anna Marie (Schubach) Krohn and the late Donald Ray Krohn. She graduated from Laker High School in 1972. Her resilience and strength were a true reflection of who she was—brave, honest, and full of heart.

Linda lived a life filled with hard work, generosity, laughter, and a spirited edge that made her unforgettable. She began working young on the family farm, driving tractor in the fields and caring for every animal and bird she could. Her love of nature lasted throughout her life—mowing lawns, feeding songbirds, and finding peace in the outdoors she cherished.

Linda worked at Dutch Kettle and Seat Belt before building a long and respected career as a supervisor at Thumb Plastics, where she retired. Along the way, she touched countless lives. No matter where she went, Linda made a friend. She had a natural gift for reaching out, helping those in need, and giving freely from the heart.

Linda embraced life with energy and enthusiasm. Linda coached the Thumb Tippers softball team and bowled at Ty’s Bar, traveling to regionals and nationals. She enjoyed trips to Texas to help Grandma and Grandpa Schubach with the grapefruit and orange trees, and to Arizona with Uncle Glenn and Aunt Esther—always fixing something, always lending a hand.

Linda loved the excitement of Las Vegas—the clubs, the shows, and the slots—and the simple joys of the north: snowmobiling, four-wheeling, Shanty Days, Cheeseburger festivals, and evenings at the cabin with cookouts, cocktails, s’mores, and the beauty of nature. She especially treasured her own cabin, a place where she could relax, tinker with whatever needed fixing, and enjoy the world around her.

Linda is survived by her mother, Anna Marie (Schubach) Krohn; siblings, Richard (Nancy) Krohn, Sally Kain, and Robin (Jonathan) Elliott; sister-in-law, Lorie Krohn; special friends, Dianne Schafer and Al Baker; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. Along with her father, she was preceded in death by her brother, Ray Krohn, sister-in-law, Carol Stokan Krohn, and brother-in-law, Ricky Kain.
The family wishes to extend heartfelt thanks to all friends and loved ones for their support, prayers, and kindness. A special thank-you to the staff of Courtney Manor for their compassion and care.

May her memory be eternal.

Funeral service will be held Monday, December 1, 2025, at Ransford Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Pigeon at 7:00 p.m. with visitation from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service. Memorials may be offered to the family discretionary fund c/o Robin Elliott.

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11/23/2025

John Carl Leipprandt, 100, of Southgate, formerly of Pigeon, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on Saturday, November 22, 2025. John was born on May 10, 1925, in Pigeon, Michigan, to the late Hugo and Ethel (Ackerman) Leipprandt and was a 1944 graduate of Pigeon High School. John grew up on the family farm his grandfather established and tended it with great care once it came into his hands. He married Mary Mitin on March 3, 1951, at Salem EUB Church in Pigeon. She preceded him in death on February 13, 2018. John was a member of Gideons International for over 69 years, continuing to be active within the organization until his death. In his free time, John was a passionate gardener and enjoyed photography in his younger years. He especially treasured time spent with family and friends, whether it was playing card games, enjoying a cup of coffee, or just keeping up with them on Facebook.

John is survived by daughters, Esther (Dennis) Wood of Oregon, Karen Wood of Oregon and Patty (Brian) Murphy of Southgate. He is also survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren.

John was preceded in death by sons, Tom and Marty, grandson, Justin Wood, and siblings, Paul Leipprandt and Alice Kleinfeld.
A funeral service for John will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Ransford Funeral Home – Pigeon, 7356 West Michigan Ave., Pigeon, MI. Visitation will take place at the funeral home from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service. Memorials may be made to Gideons International or Hayes United Methodist Church.

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11/19/2025

John Dale Gunden, 92, of Pigeon passed away Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at McLaren Bay Region in Bay City, Michigan after a short illness with his family by his side. He was born in Bay Port on March 26, 1933, to the late John H. and Rachel (Albrecht) Gunden, and was a 1950 graduate of Pigeon High School. He married Ethel Hoffman on February 25, 1955, with the couple celebrating their 70th anniversary last February. She survives him. John Dale occupied his younger years farming with his brother Olin before opening the Dutch Kettle restaurant and Pigeon Lanes which he ran with Ethel until his retirement in 2008. In his free time, John Dale loved making the rounds through Bay Port and Pigeon, drinking coffee and telling stories with his many friends, and enjoyed helping out with auction sales at Albrecht Auctions. He played softball in his younger years and could often be found on the golf course, as well as watching Detroit sports teams like the Tigers, Red Wings, and Lions. John Dale kept a garden full of fruits and veggies that he shared with his friends and family. He was a faithful man who read his bible every day and was a devoted and lifelong member of Michigan Avenue Mennonite Church. John Dale is remembered as being a joker who loved to have a good time and who was always seen with a smile on his face. He was one of a kind and a loving father, grandfather, and great grandfather.

John Dale is survived by his beloved wife, Ethel; children, Kim Herford, Todd Gunden, and Troy (Shelly) Gunden; grandchildren, Brandon (Sherry), Tara (Jason), Justin (Sara), Jordon, Heather (Chris), and Evan (Sara); great grandchildren, Kara (Caleb), Trisha (Jared), Isabella, Blake, Rhett, Jack, and Emerie; great great grandchildren, Harper, Dawson, and Brynn; and sister, Lala King; and well as many nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends.

John Dale was preceded in death by son-in-law, Jim Herford and siblings, Iva Swartzendruber, Glen Gunden, Clara Stalter, Delmar Gunden, Olin Gunden, and Mike Sape.

A funeral service for John Dale will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, November 24, 2025, at Michigan Avenue Mennonite Church, 7004 Michigan Ave, Pigeon, MI., with Rev. Scot Wilson presiding. Visitation will take place from 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 23, at Ransford Funeral Home – Pigeon, 7356 West Michigan Ave, Pigeon, and from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service on Monday at the church. Committal is to follow at Michigan Avenue Mennonite Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Michigan Avenue Mennonite Church or R U Red E? Ministries.

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11/19/2025

George Lawrence “Larry” Girvan III, 77, of Pigeon passed away unexpectedly at Scheuer Health in Pigeon, Michigan on Monday, November 17, 2025. Larry was born on July 12, 1948, to the late George II and Florence (Thomas) Girvan in Detroit and was a 1966 graduate of Hazel Park High School. After school, he held a number of positions, working as a carpet layer, over the road truck driver, and facility manager for a juvenile corrections facility. Larry met Nancy Thomas through Nancy’s brother Terry, and the couple would soon become inseparable. They married July 1, 1994, and spent over 31 years together. She survives him. In his free time, Larry loved time spent on the water, boating and enjoying the sun. He considered Caseville to be his happy place and was a regular at many taverns and restaurants in the area. He loved golfing and watching sports of any kind, especially Detroit sports and MSU football. Larry had a deep appreciation for musicianship and songwriting, often listening to music from the ‘60s and ‘70s. He is remembered as being a happy, kind, and thoughtful person who kept lifelong friendships and was generous with his time and love. Larry loved animals and treasured his companionship with his dog Sunshine who preceded him in death in 2018. He had an inquisitive mind that always knew how things worked and passed on a lifelong passion for learning to his two daughters whom he cherished. Larry’s legacy will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him, and in the people whose life he touched through his generous donation through Gift of Life.

Larry is survived by his beloved wife, Nancy Girvan; daughters, Christy (Jim) Monaghan and Nicole (Brian) Murphy; grandchildren, Justin, Cody, Alex, Remi, Brendan, Ryan, Evan, and Nolan; great grandchildren, Elijah, Micah, Delilah, and Kenlee; siblings, Nancy Evans, Patrick (Nancy) Girvan, and Mary (Jim) Bonnell; and siblings-in-law Lynn, Noel, and Dan Georgevich; as well as many nieces, nephews, other family members, and countless friends.
Larry was preceded in death by siblings Michael Noel, Patricia (John) Allie, Katherine Georgevich.

In accordance with Larry’s wishes, cremation is to take place, with a memorial service celebrating his life to be held from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Tony’s Sports Bar, 23500 Woodward Ave., Ferndale, MI. An additional memorial service will be held in Caseville at a time and date to be determined. Memorials may be made to American Heart Association or the Thumb Animal Shelter.

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11/18/2025

Kimberly Sue Bring-Dufty of Lyman, South Carolina passed away surrounded by the love of her family on November 5, 2025. Born in 1971 to Peggy and the late Dick Dufty, Kim lived a life marked by compassion, strength, and unwavering devotion to her family, which was her greatest joy.

Family was the center of Kim’s world. She shared a deep and steadfast love with her husband, Chad, and was a proud and nurturing mother to her sons, Sawyer (Isabella) Langley and Boden Noworyta. Her heart overflowed with love for her grandson, Conrad Langley, who brought endless light to her days.
She is also survived by her mother, Peggy Dufty, her sister, Tami (Steven) Kreider, her brother, Rick (Danielle) Dufty, and her cherished nieces and nephews, Taggert, Falyn, Tessa, and Cash, all of whom she adored.

Kim built a respected career as a top-selling realtor with Mungo Homes, where her dedication, warmth, and integrity helped countless families find homes of their own.

Beyond her career, Kim found peace and joy in life’s simple treasures. She had a special love for plants and books, filling her spaces with growth, beauty, and life. She also cherished her beloved dogs, Asher and Oliver, who were her loyal companions and constant sources of comfort and joy.

Those who knew Kim will remember her as devoted, vivacious, kind, and beautiful, a woman who gave endlessly, loved fiercely, and left a lasting mark on everyone fortunate enough to know her.
She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all whose lives she touched.

In accordance with Kim’s wishes, cremation has taken place, and the family will be present to welcome visitors from 1:00pm-3:00pm on Friday, November 21, 2025, at Ransford Funeral Home – Pigeon, 7356 Michigan Ave. Pigeon, MI. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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11/13/2025

Donald K. Dietzel of Pigeon, age 90, passed away on the morning of Thursday, November 13, 2025 at Country Gardens Assisted Living. He was born November 18, 1934 in Bad Axe, the son of the late Alvin and Lucy (Faupel) Dietzel. Don graduated from Elkton High School with the class of 1953 and then completed the Agricultural Short Course at Michigan State. He came back home to Elkton and operated the family dairy farm on Geiger Rd.

Don married the love of his life, the former Sharon Stalter, on October 13, 1962 at Michigan Ave. Mennonite Church in Pigeon. Their marriage was blessed with nearly fifty-nine years and countless memories. Sadly, Sharon passed on January 25, 2021. Don lived a life shaped by faith, family, and service. He and his wife often opened their home for dinners and shared many good years bowling, golfing, and serving with Gideons International. They were long-time members of Michigan Avenue Mennonite Church and volunteered together at the Relief Sale in Fairview and with Youth for Christ. Don was also active in a Farm Bureau group and was a member of the Michigan Milk Producers Association.

He enjoyed sports of all kinds, both watching and playing. Don took part in softball and basketball, sang in the Men’s Community Choir and the church choir, and never turned down a chance to join a game. He loved putting puzzles together, playing Rummikub and teaching his grandchildren, and scored the game winning point in the corn hole tournament at Country Gardens. Don liked tending his garden, especially his sweet corn, and helped make maple nut twists each year. He was usually the first to sign up for activities and brought steady energy to everything he did. Don showed his love through actions. He listened well, helped where he was needed, and cared for others in quiet, consistent ways. His family and friends always knew how much they meant to him.

Don leaves to cherish his memory, his daughters, Mischelle (Todd) Rozema of Hamilton and Melissa (David) Voelker of Tampa; grandchildren, Courtney (Dan) Lubbers, Tasha (Caleb) Malboeuf, Jordan (Ashleigh) Rozema, Taylor Rozema, Jacob Voelker, and Mitchell Voelker; great-grandchildren, Isaac, Gaberiel, Caleb, Nathaniel, Jairus, Trenton, Camden, Bryson, Koregan, and Jackson; sister, Eileen (John) Bedford of Greensburg, KY. In addition to his parents and wife, Don was preceded in death by his brother, Eldon (Joyce) Dietzel.

Don’s funeral service will be on Monday, November 17, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at the Michigan Ave. Mennonite Church. The family will be present to receive visitors on Sunday at the Ransford Funeral Home in Pigeon from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and again on Monday at the church at 10:00 a.m. until the time of his service. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider memorial contributions to Michigan Ave. Mennonite Church and Gideons International.

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11/11/2025

Nathan Daniel Vogel of Bad Axe, age 35, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 8, 2025. He was born June 23, 1990, in Bad Axe, the son of Jeremy and Laura (Lackie) Vogel. He graduated from Caseville High School with the Class of 2008, where he enjoyed playing baseball and performing trombone in the school band. Nate was a member of the Boy Scouts, achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. Nate had a lifelong love of sports, collecting baseball cards, cheering on his favorite football teams, and listening to music. He was an avid fisherman and hunter, always eager for his next trip outdoors. Some of his happiest memories were family camping trips and canoeing adventures down the Au Sable River. Nate also had a deep appreciation for animals; they seemed to gravitate toward him. He was known to feed the squirrels and rabbits before himself, often getting distracted by them.

Quiet, kind, and big-hearted, Nate cared deeply about everything and everyone around him. He was loyal to those he loved and found joy in the simple things; gardening with his dad, enjoying natural foods, and tending to his own garden, which he proudly grew this year. A lifelong member of Caseville Methodist Church, Nate was baptized and confirmed there. His faith was steadfast, and he always knew Christ. He worked various jobs, with his dad installing gutters, on a dairy farm milking cows, and harvesting. Above all, Nate’s world revolved around his beloved daughter and best friend, Violet. She was the light of his life, and their bond was unbreakable. They shared endless laughter, playful sword fights, and a love that filled every corner of his heart.

Nate leaves to cherish his memory, his daughter, Violet Josephine Vogel and her mother, Ellery Gucwa; his parents, Jeremy and Laura Vogel; brothers, Nicholas (Emily) Vogel and Aaron Vogel; grandma, Beverly Lackie; several aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Ralph Lackie and Dan & Millie Vogel.

Nate’s funeral service will be on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. at the Caseville Methodist Church. Rev. Ryan Badgerow will officiate with the burial following at Caseville Cemetery. Nate’s family will be present to receive visitors on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of his 12:00 p.m. funeral. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider memorial contributions to the wishes of the family, c/o Laura Vogel, for Violet’s college fund.

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11/10/2025

Leona Muriel (Soule) Warner, 87, of Elkton passed away unexpectedly surrounded by her family on Sunday, November 9, 2025. Leona was born in Ubly, Michigan, on September 20, 1938, to the late Guy and Muriel (Haggard) Soule and was a 1956 graduate of Ubly High School. Leona met Wallace Warner through family and the pair married on October 27, 1956. He preceded her in death on December 2, 2023, after 67 years of marriage. Leona worked sewing seat belts for Hamill Manufacturing until its closing, but her primary calling was as a caregiver, parent, and grandparent to her beloved family. She was deeply invested in the lives of her grandchildren and never missed a sporting event or school activity. Leona cared deeply for her family and community, generously giving her time and affection to numerous fundraisers, church outings, and other events, especially Relay for Life. After marrying Wallace, she became a devoted member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Bad Axe. Leona was an amateur photographer, always seen with a camera in her hand, and loved playing cards with her friends and family.

Leona is survived by children Billy Warner, John (Nicci) Warner, Muriel (Todd) Dutcher, and Guy (Debbie) Warner; grandchildren Danyell Warner, Haley Dutcher, and Jack (Rachel) Dutcher; 5 step-grandchildren; and sister-in-law Nila Soule; as well as many nieces, nephews, other family members, friends, and her beloved dog JD.

Leona was preceded in death by her husband Wallace, brother Robert Soule, and sister F***y Nieschulz.

The family would like to give a special thanks to the staff of the CVICU at Covenant HealthCare for their kind and compassionate care of Leona.

In accordance with Leona’s wishes, cremation is to take place, with a memorial service celebrating Leona’s life to be held at 11:00am on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 123 W Irwin St, Bad Axe, MI 48413, with Rev. Andrew Simpson presiding. Visitation will take place at the church from 10:00am until the time of service. Memorials may be made to Our Savior Lutheran Church or Relay for Life of Huron County.

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11/10/2025

Lynn Rae Couch (Diebel), 72, of Owendale, passed away in her home surrounded by her family on Sunday, November 9, 2025. Lynn was born on July 3, 1953, to the late Raymond and Guardella (Beck) Diebel in Pigeon, Michigan, and was a graduate of Owen-Gage High School. A woman of many talents and passions, Lynn held numerous positions throughout her years but especially loved helping people and animals. Her most recent occupation was driving semi with her husband Chris Couch, whom she married on July 12, 1993. He survives her and fondly cherishes the many long hauls they had to the West coast in the semi together. In her free time, Lynn loved to ride her Harley, crocheted up a storm, and was a talented musician who played many instruments. She raised a whole zoo full of animals over the years which are too numerous to mention and was a crafty woman who filled her free time with countless hobbies. Lynn is remembered as being an honest woman who always spoke her mind, and who loved quiet moments such as birdwatching or sitting on her front porch and watching deer.

Lynn is survived by her loving husband of 32 years, Chris Couch; sons Chris (Jennifer) Eden of Fenton, Jamey Eden of Crossville, TN, and Tony Hockmuth of Owendale; grandchildren Kyle (Rio) Eden, Matthew (Monica) Eden, Chloe Eden, Max Eden, Madison Hockmuth, Emily Hockmuth, Raelynn Hockmuth, and Wesley Hockmuth; great-grandson Oakdin Hockmuth; sister Sandy (Wayne) Wisenbagh of Pigeon; and brother Mark (Wendy) Diebel of Bay City; as well as many nieces, nephews, other family members, friends, and her beloved dog Stella.

Lynn was preceded in death by her sister Lonna (Jim) Tetreau.
In accordance with Lynn’s wishes, cremation is to take place, with a celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Thumb Animal Shelter, 2260 S Elkton Rd, Elkton, MI 48731.

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The Champagne Funeral Chapel was founded in 1975 by John Champagne in Elkton, Michigan when he purchased the funeral business from James Colgan which had been in operation at the same location in Elkton since 1960. In 1984 a second location in Caseville was added when the historic Crawford House was renovated into a funeral home. Through hard work and his generous spirit, he grew the business to become the largest in Huron County. In 2004 James Childs bought the funeral home in Caseville and together they continued improving the business. In 2017 Childs purchased the Elkton location from Champagne and also purchased the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home in Pigeon, merging all three funeral homes into one business housed in a newly constructed funeral home in Pigeon which opened in 2019, closing all three of the old buildings. The new spacious and modern building stands ready to serve the community well into the future. The Champagne Funeral Chapel endeavors to be helpful to the community, to provide fine facilities, to be fair and skilled in its practice of the profession, to be accessible to everyone, and to be a good neighbor and corporate citizen. The funeral home’s motto is “Modern Traditions;” funeral traditions are steeped in ritual and time honored customs. We wish to honor, respect, and perpetuate those customs, but also make adaptations to ensure they are relevant and meaningful to our customers. If we can successfully deliver on these claims, then we will be able to honor the lives of those who have died and ease the burden on those who mourn.

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