Nora G. Dryer

April 14, 1939 – July 1, 2025 Nora Gertrude Dryer, wife of retired elder Rev. David L. Dryer, 86, better known as “Tudie,” passed away at her home in Battle Creek, Michigan, on July 1, 2025. Tudie, the youngest of nine children born to Aaron B. Slater and Nora P. Slater (Bartlett), was born on April… Continue Reading Nora G. Dryer

James W. Boehm

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September 1, 1935 – June 15, 2025 Rev. James W. Boehm, retired elder with the Michigan Conference, died on June 15, 2025. Arrangements are in the care of Jowett Funeral Home, *Boehm, James W. – DECEASED [(RE) D 1966; D 1973; FE 1976; RE 1998] Gobles, Kendall 4/1/1967-9/1/1969; Withdrawn 1970; Readmitted 1973; Transferred from Detroit… Continue Reading James W. Boehm

Colon R. Brown

November 5, 1953 — June 14, 2025 Colon “Coley” Robert Brown, age 71, passed away on June 14, 2025 at his home in Grand Blanc, MI. A Memorial Visitation will be held 5-8 PM Friday, June 27, 2025 at Sharp Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Road, Grand Blanc. Coley attended Evangel University in… Continue Reading Colon R. Brown

Alice J. Sheffield

July 5, 1940 – June 13, 2025 Alice Jean Sheffield, 84, of Van Buren Township, passed away on June 13, 2025. A retired local pastor of the Michigan Conference, Alice served at the following churches: Melvindale (New Hope), Owendale, Gagetown, and North Lake before retiring in 2012. Beloved mother of Stacia (Clark) Hill, Scott Woolum,… Continue Reading Alice J. Sheffield

Stacey L. Highfield

December 4, 1976 – June 6, 2025 Stacey Lynn Highfield (48) passed away unexpectedly at Genesys Hospital on June 6, 2025. Stacey was the director of youth and young adult ministries at Fenton United Methodist Church. She attended Holly Area Schools, Taylor University, William Tyndale College and graduated with a B.A. degree in English Literature… Continue Reading Stacey L. Highfield

Lynn W. Wagner

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November 11, 1939 – May 24, 2025 Rev. Lynn W. Wagner died on May 24, 2025. *Wagner, Lynn W. – DECEASED [(RE) D 1965; FE 1970; RE 2002] Hillsdale: First (Assoc) 1966; Niles: Wesley (Assoc) 1969; Howard City Circuit 9/15/1970; Evart Circuit 3/1/1971; Keeler, Silver Creek 10/15/1973; Mulliken, Grand Ledge: First (Assoc) 1975; Dowling: Country… Continue Reading Lynn W. Wagner

Timothy R. Hickey

April 19, 1937 – May 21, 2025 Rev. Dr. Timothy R. Hickey was born in Saginaw, MI, to Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hickey on April 19, 1937, and died May 21, 2025, in Palm Coast, FL. He held degrees from Wheaton College, the Divinity School of Duke University, and the University of Michigan. He completed various post-graduate… Continue Reading Timothy R. Hickey

Diane “Dia” E. Vale

June 2, 1947 – May 16, 2025 Retired Elder Diane Elizabeth “Dia” Vale, age 77, passed away at her home near Chelsea on May 16, 2025. Dia was born on June 2, 1947 to Wilber H. Worden and Elizabeth (Boyce) Worden in Ann Arbor, Michigan. She was their first child and is survived by her… Continue Reading Diane “Dia” E. Vale

Patricia Murphy

February 17, 1946 – May 15, 2025 Wife of Rev. Arthur C. Murphy, Mrs. Patricia “Miss Pat” Murphy, age 79, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2025, in Ocala, Florida. A woman of deep faith, boundless creativity, and unwavering authenticity, she left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing her. Born… Continue Reading Patricia Murphy

Judith K. Miller

November 7, 1942 – May 11, 2025 Wife of Rev. Clyde E. Miller, Judy K. Miller, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her adoring family in the early hours of Sunday, May 11. Born on Saturday, November 7, 1942 in southern Indiana, Judy spent… Continue Reading Judith K. Miller

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