Lawrence Lee "Larry" Bracey
, Michigan
Lawrence Lee “Larry” Bracey, age 79, of Cement City, passed away in his home on Monday, March 30, 2026.Larry was born on February 20, 1947, in Jackson, Michigan, to Edward and Matie (Hales) Bracey. He grew up in Jackson and graduated from Jackson High School in 1964. Following high school, he attended the Michigan State University Institute of Agricultural Technology.In 1967, Larry was drafted into the United States Army and proudly served two tours in Vietnam. His exceptional bravery and dedication were recognized with the Silver Star Medal for Gallantry in Action.When he returned home, Larry married Linda Galvin at the Alumni Chapel at MSU just after Valentine’s Day in ’69. They shared 57 wonderful years together on the family farm.Larry worked as a career truck driver and retired from OmniSource in Jackson. When he wasn’t driving, Larry found joy in hunting, fishing, and gardening. His legendary harvests filled the…
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James L. Bailey
, Michigan
SOMERSET-JAMES L. BAILEY, age 83 of Somerset, Michigan, passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Drews Place - Village Green, Hillsdale surrounded by his family.He was born on July 9, 1942, in Addison, to R. Stuart and Edna (Woolace) Bailey. Jim graduated from Addison High School in 1960. He earned his bachelor’s degree in accounting from Cleary College. Jim married Joyce E. Lane on March 28, 1964, in Somerset. She preceded him in death on May 11, 2020. Jim was the founding partner of the accounting firm Bailey, Hodshire & Company in Jonesville. He was an active member of the Somerset Congregational Church, serving as Church Treasurer and singing in the choir, and was a long-time member of the Jonesville Rotary Club. Jim loved spending time with family and friends. He enjoyed bowling, antique toys (especially trains), playing cards and making/eating popcorn. Jim loved traveling with his wife, especially…
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Bennett E Palmer
, Michigan
Bennett Ely Palmer went to be with the Lord on the 30th day of March 2026, at the age of 85. He was born on March 16, 1941, to Ruth Buehrer and Leonard Palmer.He married Darlene Snyder on June 19, 1965, and they had three children: Leonard, James, and Laura. After high school Ben spent four proud years in the U.S. Marine Corps. He spent these years in California and Okinawa, Japan. After serving as a Marine, he earned his journeyman card in tool and die where he spent the remainder of his career. He worked several years at Stubnutz Spring Division Hoover Ball Bearing and finished at General Motors where he retired. He was a Boy Scout Leader and a softball coach for his children. Ben was proceeded in death by his parents, his foster parents, and his wife of 49½ years. He is survived by his children; Leonard (Janet)…
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Donna Mae Thompson
, Michigan
Donna Mae Thompson, age 90 of Tecumseh passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2026 at her home with her family by her side. She was born January 31, 1936 in Toledo, OH the daughter of the late Frank Elsworth and Catherine Alma (Pearce) Prior.Donna worked in Quality Control at Dura Corporation before retiring after 20 years of service. She attended Grace Point Evangelical Free Church in Adrian for many years until her health made it hard for her to go. Donna loved doing crafts, knitting, crocheting and painting. The greatest love in her life was her family and the time they spent together.Donna is survived by her children, Daryl (Theresa) Thompson of Dewitt, MI, Bobbie (Barb) Thompson, Shelley Merillat, and Jodi Little all of Adrian, MI; her siblings, Alan Prior of Toledo, OH, Joan (Harold) Cook of Petersburg, MI and Carol (Joe) Suffety of Temperance, MI; 14 grandchildren, Katie, Jerid,…
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