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     Judith Carol "Judie" Smith was born on March 14, 1941 at Los Angeles Co., California.^1,3 As of February 16, 1963,her married name was Bond.² She married Garrett West Bond on February 16, 1963 at San Diego Co., California.² Judith Carol "Judie" Smith and Garrett West Bond were divorced in January, 1969 at Orange Co., California.⁴ As of May 8, 1971,her married name was Johnson.² Judith Carol "Judie" Smith married Garland G. Johnson on May 8, 1971 at Orange Co., California.² Judith Carol "Judie" Smith and Garland G. Johnson were divorced in July, 1976 at Orange Co., California.⁴ Judith Carol "Judie" Smith died on October 5, 2010 at California at age 69.³

     His Social Security Number was 556-54-6433.⁵ Garrett West Bond was buried at Fairview Memorial Gardens, Stockbridge, Henry Co., Georgia.⁶ He was born on November 14, 1939 at San Diego Co., California.^2,5 He married Judith Carol "Judie" Smith, daughter of John Edward Smith and Dorothy Elizabeth Kloess, on February 16, 1963 at San Diego Co., California.⁴ Garrett West Bond and Judith Carol "Judie" Smith were divorced in January, 1969 at Orange Co., California.¹ Garrett West Bond died on March 9, 1995 at Fulton Co., Georgia, at age 55.^3,6

     Oluf Oleson was buried at Evergreen Cemetery, 209 Laurel Street, Kalkaska, Kalkaska Co., Michigan.¹ He was born on August 31, 1866 at Norway.^2,1,3,4 He married Mary Jane "Jennie" Kniss, daughter of Michael Kniss and Mary Ellen Wolverton, on December 27, 1892 at Kalkaska Co., Michigan.² Oluf Oleson died on September 12, 1955 at Michigan at age 89.¹

     Her Social Security Number was 369-28-2536.⁶ Emma Evalyn Oleson was buried at Evergreen Cemetery, 209 Laurel Street, Kalkaska, Kalkaska Co., Michigan.^7,4 She Emma (Oleson) Lewis Gath, 94, a lifelong resident of Kalkaska, passed away Feb 28, 2001, at Kalkaska Memorial Health Center with many of her family by her side. Emma was born in Oliver Township on Feb 13, 1907, the daughter of Oluf and Mary Jane (Kniss) Oleson. On May 28, 1927, in Kalkaska, she married Raymond Lewis who died on Nov 7, 1967. She married Wesley Gath in Kalkaska on Aug 19, 1970, and he preceded her in death on Dec 2, 1975. Emma was a longtime member of the Town and Country Helping Hands Club, and she enjoyed sewing, writing, and receiving letters, and travel. She was a well known wallpaper hanger throughout the Kalkaska County area from 1942 until 1979. Surviving are children Betty (Robert) Dunham, Del (Lucille) Lewis, Sam (Mary Lee) Lewis, Evelyn (Ronald) Biship, and Dixie (Raymond) Short, all of Kalkaska; 20 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery, Kalkaska.⁴ She was born on February 13, 1907 at Oliver, Kalkaska Co., Michigan.^3,6,4,5 As of May 28, 1927,her married name was Lewis.³ She married Raymond "Ray" Lewis on May 28, 1927 at Kalkaska, Kalkaska Co., Michigan.^3,4 As of August 19, 1970,her married name was Gath.⁴ Emma Evalyn Oleson married Wesley Herman Gath on August 19, 1970.⁴ Emma Evalyn Oleson died on February 28, 2001 at Kalkaska, Kalkaska Co., Michigan, at age 94.^6,4

     His Social Security Number was 367-22-7985.⁴ Raymond "Ray" Lewis was buried at Evergreen Cemetery, 209 Laurel Street, Kalkaska, Kalkaska Co., Michigan.³ He was born on May 23, 1900 at Michigan.^1,4,2 He married Emma Evalyn Oleson, daughter of Oluf Oleson and Mary Jane "Jennie" Kniss, on May 28, 1927 at Kalkaska, Kalkaska Co., Michigan.^1,5 Raymond "Ray" Lewis died on November 7, 1967 at Kalkaska Co., Michigan, at age 67.^4,5

     Betty Jane Lewis Betty Jane Dunham, 86, of Kalkaska, passed away on July 26, 2017 at Munson Medical Center. She was born on March 5, 1931 at St. Joseph Hospital in Flint, to the late Raymond and Emma (Oleson) Lewis. Betty married Robert “Bob” Dunham in June 4, 1951. Betty is survived by her husband Bob Dunham; children: Pam Dunham, Mary Ellen (Rick) Wallace, Sonja Dunham, William Oluf “Ole” (Rose) Dunham, Eric Dunham, and Jennifer (Jeff) Hagen; 16 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; sister Evelyn (Ron) Bishop; and brother Sam Lewis. She was preceded in death by her parents, son Robbie Dunham, siblings Delwin Lewis and Dixie Short, great-granddaughter Madison. Burial will follow at Oliver Township Cemetery.⁶ She was buried at Oliver Township Cemetery, Sigma, Kalkaska Co., Michigan.^8,6 She was born on March 5, 1931 at Flint, Genesee Co., Michigan.⁶ As of June 4, 1951,her married name was Dunham.⁵ She married Robert Harold "Bob" Dunham on June 4, 1951 at Jenison, Ottawa Co., Michigan.^2,3,4,5,9,6 Betty Jane Lewis died on July 26, 2017 at Traverse City, Grand Traverse Co., Michigan, at age 86.⁶

     His Social Security Number was 365-30-2088.⁶ Delwin R. "Del" Lewis Delwin R. “Del” Lewis, 80 of Kalkaska, passed away on Friday, August 3, 2012 at Kalkaska Memorial Health Center – LTC. Born on July 26, 1932 in Kalkaska, he is the son of the late Raymond and Emma (Oleson) Lewis. Del was a veteran of the US Army serving during the Korean War. He married Lucille Eubank on September 28, 1958 in Kalkaska. Del retired from Glen’s Market in Gaylord in 1990 as a Vice President. His hobbies included wood working, hunting and watching wildlife. Survivors include his wife, Lucille of 53 years; his children, Heidi (Jeff) LaBar of Manistique, Tammy (Tim) Warren of Gaylord, Denise (Larry) Huston of West Bloomfield and Danny Lewis of Lewiston; 8 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; and siblings, Betty (Bob) Dunham, Sam Lewis and Evelyn (Ron) Bishop all of Kalkaska; and brother-in-law, Ray Short. Del was preceded in death by his sister, Dixie Short; and sister-in-law, Mary Lee Lewis.² He was born on July 26, 1932 at Kalkaska, Kalkaska Co., Michigan.^6,2,7 He married Bertie Mae Clark on October 10, 1954 at Kalkaska Co., Michigan.^8,9 Delwin R. "Del" Lewis married Lucille Eubank on September 28, 1958 at Kalkaska, Kalkaska Co., Michigan.^2,10 Delwin R. "Del" Lewis died on August 3, 2012 at Kalkaska, Kalkaska Co., Michigan, at age 80.^6,2,7

     Samuel Oluf "Sam" Lewis Samuel Oluf Lewis enjoyed life’s simple pleasures, whether it was fishing on Island Lake, bowling with his wife, or joining her to entertain their many friends in the family’s basement bar, The Nail Hole. Samuel passed away on January 30 at the age of 83. His smile, his ability to listen, his gentle spirit, and the hugs that he never hesitated to give are part of his legacy. He is survived by his sons, John (Jan), Samuel Edward (Ruth), and his daughter, Sheri (Duncan) Paschall; and by his sister, Evelyn (Ron) Bishop. His wife, Mary Lee, died in 2012. He is predeceased by his parents and by siblings Betty (Bob) Dunham; Delwin (Lucille); and Dixie (Raymond) Short. Samuel was born on August 5, 1935, in Sigma, the son of Emma and Raymond Lewis. Known in the yearbook as “Rapid Sammy” because he ran track, Sam graduated from Kalkaska High School in 1953. He began taking classes at Northwestern Michigan College and joined the Air Force in 1954, achieving the rank of Senior Master Sergeant. He was a medic and served in Vietnam in 1967 and 1968. He married Mary Lee Cecil in 1956, when he was living on Barksdale AFB in Louisiana. The pair moved several times, including to Offutt AFB in Nebraska, Scott AFB in Illinois, and Mountain Home AFB in Idaho. He and Mary Lee and their children returned to Kalkaska in 1977, where both lived the rest of their lives. After retiring from the Air Force, he worked as the superintendent of the Kalkaska School District bus garage and then as Assistant Manager at Glen’s market. Through his work, he became one of the most familiar faces in the community. He cared about Kalkaska and couldn’t say no when asked to lend a hand, including serving on the Village Council. Sam doted on his grandchildren, Chris Wagenschutz, and Robert (Nikki), Amanda, Joshua and Travis Paschall. He was fortunate to spend Christmas 2018 with his great-grandchildren, Ellie and Ari Paschall, and witness the delight on Ellie’s face as she opened her gifts. He was a guiding light to his children. Samuel Edward shared, “I remember Dad saying you do what you think is right, but…fill in the blank. He wanted me to make my own decisions, but also to learn from his experience.” Sam was trusted family advisor, taking an interest in those he loved. His son-in-law, Duncan Paschall, recalls many heart-to-heart talks with the man he viewed as a father. “The things that he saw in life, and that he learned, made him a wise man,” said Duncan. “He was accepting of most people and never, never judged.” Sam’s grandson Josh lived with him in his later years following the death of his wife, and his daughter Sheri was a constant in her father’s life after her mother died, visiting him daily. Often, she found him watching his beloved westerns on TV, his chair placed against a wall covered with family photographs. “I loved my dad. I cherished every moment with him.”.⁶ He was born on August 5, 1935 at Sigma, Kalkaska Co., Michigan.^5,6 He married Mary Lee Cecil on September 16, 1956 at Barksdale Air Force Base, Bossier Parish, Louisiana.^9,4,10 Samuel Oluf "Sam" Lewis died on January 30, 2019 at Michigan at age 83.^5,6

     Evelyn Emma Lewis was buried at Evergreen Cemetery, 209 Laurel Street, Kalkaska, Kalkaska Co., Michigan.^4,6 She Evelyn E. Bishop, age 84 of Kalkaska, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 8, 2021 with her family by her side. She was born on March 22, 1937, to the late, Raymond and Emma (Olsen) Lewis. Evelyn married Ronald D. Bishop on June 1, 1963; they have been married for 57 years. She loved to bake, garden, garage sale, and do crossword puzzles. Evelyn especially loved to spend time with her grandchildren and time with Ron and family at the shack. Evelyn is survived by her loving husband, Ronald Bishop; her sons, Scott (Debbie) Bishop and Brad (Jessica) Bishop; two grandchildren, Alex Bishop and Jacob Bishop. She was preceded in passing by four siblings, Betty Dunham, Delwin Lewis, Sam Lewis, and Dixie Short. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery.⁴ She was born on March 22, 1937 at Michigan.^1,4 As of June 1, 1963,her married name was Bishop.⁴ She married Ronald D. "Ron" Bishop on June 1, 1963.^2,3,4,5 Evelyn Emma Lewis died on May 8, 2021 at Kalkaska Co., Michigan, at age 84.⁴

     Wesley Herman Gath was buried at Evergreen Cemetery, 209 Laurel Street, Kalkaska, Kalkaska Co., Michigan.¹ He was born on December 22, 1900. He married Emma Evalyn Oleson, daughter of Oluf Oleson and Mary Jane "Jennie" Kniss, on August 19, 1970.² Wesley Herman Gath died on December 2, 1975 at age 74.²

     Bertie Mae Clark The Kalkaska community was greatly shocked and saddened Tuesday when the news of the untimely death of Mrs. Delwin Lewis (nee Bertie Mae Clark) of Gaylord, reached here. Bertie Mae had lived in Kalkaska for a number of years, making her home with her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Otto Clark. She graduated from the Kalkaska High School with the class of 1953. During her residence in Kalkaska she made a large circle of friends, who may be numbered among the relatives those who also mourn her sudden and untimely death. Mrs. Lewis passed away around 6 p.m. Tuesday, December 17, at the Otsego Memorial Hospital in Gaylord. She had given birth to her first child a little girl, on December 5, and although having had considerable trouble she was thought to be recovering nicely, and had been dismissed from the hospital only to be returned where all that was humanly possible was done to no avail and she answered the call of her Master at the early age of 21 years. Mrs. Lewis was born June 21, 1934, at Beaufort, South Carolina. She was married to Mr. Delwin Lewis in Kalkaska, on October 10, 1954. They had made their home in Gaylord the past year, where Mr. Lewis is employed at Glen's Market. Survivors include besides the husband, Delwin and little daughter, Heidi Lynne, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C.H. Clark of Beaufort, South Carolina, one sister, Nena, and one brother, Howard, at home; her paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Otto Clark of Kalkaska; maternal grandmother, Mrs. Davis of Beaufort, S. Carolina. Burial will be made in the Evergreen cemetery.² She was buried at Evergreen Cemetery, 209 Laurel Street, Kalkaska, Kalkaska Co., Michigan.³ She was born on June 21, 1934 at Parris Island, Beaufort Co., South Carolina.² As of October 10, 1954,her married name was Lewis.¹ She married Delwin R. "Del" Lewis, son of Raymond "Ray" Lewis and Emma Evalyn Oleson, on October 10, 1954 at Kalkaska Co., Michigan.^1,2 Bertie Mae Clark died on December 17, 1955 at Gaylord, Otsego Co., Michigan, at age 21.²

     Lucille Eubank Lucille Lewis, 80 of Kalkaska, passed away on Wednesday, November 23, 2016 at KMHC-LTC. She was born on Sept. 4, 1936 in Lake City, the daughter of the late Allen and Gladys (Haver) Eubank. Lucille is survived by her children, Heidi (Jeff) LaBar of Manistique, Tammy (Timothy) Warren of Gaylord, Denise Huston of West Bloomfield and Danny (Norma) Lewis of Manton; grandchildren, Stephanie (Michael) Hutchens, Tyler Warren, Ricky Huston, Katie (Kevin) Gill, Kristie (Scott) Scassellati, Daniel (Kristina Peace) Lewis, Cody (Katie Crowley) Lewis and Sarah (Derek) Fritz; great-grandchildren, Ellie, Chase and Della. Preceding Lucille in death was her husband, Delwin; all of her siblings, William Eubank, John Eubank, Paul Eubank, Dorothy Dickerson and Helen Green. Lucille married Delwin R. Lewis on Sept. 28, 1958 in Kalkaska. She was an avid porcelain doll collector and turtle collector. Additional hobbies included bowling, knitting, sewing, canning and “a very good cook” her children would say.² She was born on September 4, 1936 at Lake City, Missaukee Co., Michigan.² As of September 28, 1958,her married name was Lewis.¹ She married Delwin R. "Del" Lewis, son of Raymond "Ray" Lewis and Emma Evalyn Oleson, on September 28, 1958 at Kalkaska, Kalkaska Co., Michigan.^1,2 Lucille Eubank died on November 23, 2016 at Kalkaska, Kalkaska Co., Michigan, at age 80.²

     Robert Harold "Bob" Dunham was buried at Oliver Township Cemetery, Sigma, Kalkaska Co., Michigan.^5,7 He Robert "Bob" Harold Dunham, 92, of Kalkaska, passed away Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020. Bob was born in Grand Rapids to the late Harold Ross and Frances Viola (Barns) Dunham on July 17, 1928. He was married June 4, 1951 to his wife and the love of his life of 66 years, Betty (Lewis) Dunham. He loved his family, trains and his cows. As a young man, he shoveled coal for Pere Marquette Steam Engine #2252. Then he and Betty moved to Betty's hometown of Kalkaska to raise their family. He worked at Wayne Wire and then retired from Kalkaska County Road commission after 35 years of service. He will be lovingly remembered by his children; Pam Dunham, Mary Ellen (Rick) Wallace, Sonja Dunham, Ole (Rose) Dunham, Eric Dunham, Jennifer (Jeff) Hagen; 16 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife; son, Robbie; and great-granddaughter, Maddison. A private family service will take place with a burial following at Oliver Township Cemetery.⁵ He was born on July 17, 1928 at Grand Rapids, Kent Co., Michigan.^5,6 He married Betty Jane Lewis, daughter of Raymond "Ray" Lewis and Emma Evalyn Oleson, on June 4, 1951 at Jenison, Ottawa Co., Michigan.^1,2,3,4,5,8 Robert Harold "Bob" Dunham died on December 3, 2020 at Kalkaska, Kalkaska Co., Michigan, at age 92.⁵

     Her Social Security Number was 371-38-7156.⁶ Dixie Lee Lewis was buried at Evergreen Cemetery, 209 Laurel Street, Kalkaska, Kalkaska Co., Michigan.^7,4 She Dixie (Lewis) Short, 65, died on Thu, Dec 28, 2006, at Kalkaska Memorial Health Center. Dixie was born on Sep 7, 1941, in Traverse City, the daughter of the late Raymond and Emma (Oleson) Lewis. On Aug 20, 1960, she married Raymond E. Short in Kalkaska. Surviving Dixie is her beloved husband, Ray of 46 years; her daughters, Sandy (Dave) Hoxsie of Williamsburg, Diane (Jamie) Dupuie, Kathy (Tom) Birgy; and son Douglas (Denise) Short all of Kalkaska; grandchildren, Troy (Ann) Jenkins, Morgan and Casey Dupuie, Brittney and Shania Short, Thad and Alyssa Birgy; and great grandson, Matthew Jenkins; her sisters, Betty (Bob) Dunham, Evelyn (Ron) Bishop; brothers, Del (Lucille) Lewis and Sam (Mary Lee) Lewis all of Kalkaska. Dixie worked many years at Holiday Drugs in Kalkaska and Kalkaska Memorial Health Center, LTC. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandson. Burial was at Evergreen Cemetery.⁴ She was born on September 7, 1941 at Traverse City, Grand Traverse Co., Michigan.^6,2,4 As of August 22, 1960,her married name was Short.³ She married Raymond E. "Ray" Short on August 22, 1960 at Kalkaska, Kalkaska Co., Michigan.^1,3,4 Dixie Lee Lewis died on December 28, 2006 at Kalkaska, Kalkaska Co., Michigan, at age 65.^6,4

     Raymond E. "Ray" Short Raymond E. Short, 78, of Kalkaska, passed away on Wednesday, March 23, 2016 at The Villa of Traverse Point in Traverse City. He was born on March 19, 1938 in Garfield Twp, Kalkaska County, the son of the late William E. and Dorothy M. (Long) Short. Ray married Dixie L. Lewis on August 20, 1960 in Kalkaska. Ray was preceded in death by his wife in 2006, his parents and brother Robert. Ray served our country honorably in the US Army Signal Corps. for 3 years with 2 ½ years in France and Germany. He worked at Bear Archery Company in Grayling, Shell Oil Company, National Oilwell and Coding Products, all in Kalkaska. Ray enjoyed woodworking, photography, hunting, fishing, and spending time at the cabin. Ray is survived by his children, Sandy (Dave) Hoxsie of Williamsburg, Diane (Jamie) Dupuie, Kathy (Tom) Birgy, Douglas (Denise) Short, all of Kalkaska; grandchildren, Troy (Ann) Jenkins, Morgan and Casey Dupuie, Brittney and Shania Short, Thad and Alyssa Birgy; great-grandsons, Matthew and Daniel Jenkins; sister, Elaine M. Hiler of Jackson and sister in law Irene Short of Traverse City. Burial is in Evergreen Cemetery.³ He was buried at Evergreen Cemetery, 209 Laurel Street, Kalkaska, Kalkaska Co., Michigan.^2,3 He was born on March 19, 1938 at Garfield, Kalkaska Co., Michigan.^2,3 He married Dixie Lee Lewis, daughter of Raymond "Ray" Lewis and Emma Evalyn Oleson, on August 22, 1960 at Kalkaska, Kalkaska Co., Michigan.^1,3,4 Raymond E. "Ray" Short died on March 23, 2016 at Traverse City, Grand Traverse Co., Michigan, at age 78.^2,3

     Infant Whitlow was buried at Whitlow Family Cemetery, Charity Road about 4 miles NE of Woolwine, Patrick Co., Virginia.¹ She died on June 30, 1923.¹ She was born on June 30, 1923.¹