Domingo R. Rodriguez

Domingo R. Rodriguez passed away peacefully at Lansing Sparrow Hospital on May 28, 2022, surrounded by his family.

Domingo was born in Goliad County, Texas on December 11, 1932 to Pedro and Josefa Reina Rodriguez.  He married his sweetheart Tomasita on October 8, 1957.  He was a devoted husband, loving father, amazing grandfather and great grandfather, and a good friend to all. 

He started working at the age of 8 or 9 in the fields and later at Wolverine Shoe Factory for 25 years until the time of its closing.  From there he went to The North Star Golf Course and worked there for 25 years.  He retired at the age of 80.  He never knew how to stop working;  he loved being in the outdoors, hunting, fishing, camping, and yard work.  He loved watching wrestling;  he would cancel his outing just to watch his wrestling show.  But playing his guitar was his passion along with singing.  He always had a good story to tell or joke to make us laugh.  He loved all his grandkids and great grandkids more than anyone knew.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Tomasita Rodriguez of Ithaca; two sons: Joseph Lee Rodriguez and Ricky (Christine) Rodriguez of Clearmont Florida; two daughters: Sylvia (Paulino) Perdomo of St Louis and Anjelita (Matthew) Bradley of Riverdale.  He is also survived by one brother and three sisters, 10 grandkids, 23 great grandkids, many cousins and more friends that we can even imagine….

Funeral services are scheduled for 4:30 pm Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at St Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, with Father Dwyer officiating.  Visitation will be on Tuesday, May 31, 2022, from 2-4 and 6-8 pm at the Barden Funeral Home, with a rosary starting at 6 pm.  Burial will be in the Riverside Cemetery in Alma, Michigan.  Condolences may be left for the family online at www.bardenfuneralhome.com.

He was a FRIEND to all………….

Gary Walter Case

Gary Walter Case, 79 of St. Louis Michigan, passed away on May 28th 2022, with family at his side.

Gary was born on December 1st 1942 in Alma Michigan to Walter and Beaulah Case. He is survived by his wife Frances Case and their three children Jon Case, Barb (Colin Kemmis) Case, and Gary (Anita) Case. Gary had four grandchildren, Bridgett (Arron) Erskine, Brooke (Ryan) Schriber, Blair (Sage Lawens) Case and Garit (Hayley Williams) Case and five great-grandchildren. He is the oldest of four children, Dennis (Rebekah) Case, Michael Case and Nancy (Doug) Smith. He was proceeded into death by his mother, father, son, Richard Case and his in laws John and Ruth Henry.

Gary enjoyed spending time with his family at his cabin in Leota Michigan, hunting and fishing. He retired from Alma Products. Gary was a veteran of the Navy and Served for twenty-two years in the Army National Guard. He was also a dedicated member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. 

Funeral services for Gary will be held at 11am on Friday, June 3, 2022 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Ithaca. Burial will follow at Chapel Gardens Cemetery in Elwell. Visitation will be held on June 2, 2022 from 2-4 and 6-8pm at the Barden Funeral Home in Ithaca.

The family is being served by the Barden Funeral Home in Ithaca. Condolences may be left for the family online at www.bardenfuneralhome.com.

Clarence Albert Bare

Clarence Albert Bare passed away on May 25, 2022 surrounded by family. He was born April 10, 1926 in Gratiot County to Ida Lillian (Dayringer) and Edward Andrew Bare. He married Ilma Jean (Gladstone) Bare on January 19, 1946. 

Clarence is survived by daughters: Milly (Michael) Space and Carol (Patrick) Vernon both of Ithaca; Son-in-law: Arthur Burch, Traverse City; Grandchildren: Tony Burch, Traverse City Rachael (Dan) Thayer, Mt Pleasant, Amanda (James) Nelson, Big Rapids, John (Jamie) Space, Ashley, Joe (Sara) Vernon, Ithaca, April (Phil) Alt, Grand Rapids, Bonnie (Corey) Fowler, Ithaca; 25 great grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by his parents and siblings and spouses: Willis & Betty (Bogart) Bare, Earl & Glendora (Putnam) Bare, Beatrice & Ernest Rozen. Daughter: Kathleen Burch.  Parents-In-law:  John & Mable Gladstone, Sister/Brothers-in-law: Mildred (Gladstone) Ginther, Freda (Roy) Harter, Clifford and James Gladstone.

He was born and raised in Gratiot County and attended school in Ashley. He owned Clare’s Total and was an automobile mechanic for many years, oiled roads and plowed driveways for many people.  He could fix anything and improvising was his specialty. He bowled for several years and enjoyed many years of fishing at Bear Lake with long-time friend Fred Schaub.  He loved gardening and selling extra produce at his curbside stand at his home, sharing it with friends and family along with canning and freezing his bounty. He enjoyed two lengthy travel trips touring national parks along with several visits to Texas and California to see relatives. He also traveled to Florida, Alaska and Spain. He took a hunting trip to Wyoming and fishing trips to Canada. He loved to keep busy with fixing motors, repairing things, yard work, planting tulip bulbs, wood cutting and helping the kids or others. He delivered Meals on Wheels for a time and enjoyed the Senior Activity Building and all the people.

He was devoted to his family and cherished the holiday and birthday celebrations with all the food and family present.

A special thank you to the staff at Rosewood, Joe Barden and Jo Jones. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Senior Activity Building, Ithaca, Michigan.

Funeral services for Clarence will be 2pm, Friday, May 27, 2022 at the Barden Funeral Home in Ithaca. Jo Jones will officiate and burial will follow at Ithaca Cemetery. Coffee and cookies fellowship will be held at the Ithaca Senior Activity Building following the interment. Visitation will be held prior to the services beginning at 1pm.  

The family is being served by the Barden Funeral Home of Ithaca. Condolences may be left for the family online at www.bardenfuneralhome.com.

Kevin Alan Wentz

Kevin Alan Wentz, 64 of Ithaca, passed peacefully in his sleep on April 29, 2022.

Kevin was born June 20, 1958 in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan to LaVier and Mildred (Hart) Wentz. He was enjoying his retirement by cutting wood, putting models together, and hanging with his special cousin, Faye Biddinger.

He is survived by a daughter Crystal, special cousin Faye Biddinger, and special friend Penny Frasle, along with several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends. He is also survived by his duck hunting buddy Chris and Amanda Cooley.

He is preceded in death by his parents Lavier and Mildred, and his sister Cheryl.

Per Kevin’s wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be a memorial dinner on June 5, 2022 at the North Star Township Hall on Buchanan Road in North Star from 2-6pm.

The family is being served by the Barden Funeral Home in Ithaca.

Marjorie Robbennolt

Marjorie (Margie) Lorane Robbennolt, age 92, of rural Ashley, Passed away on May 1, 2022 at Laurel’s in Carson City. Marjorie was born in Ashley, Mich. on Oct 4 1929, the daughter of Henry and Carrie Mae (Schaub) Ackels.

She lived in Ashley all her life and retired from years of factory work. On Jan 24, 1948 she married Carl A Robbennolt, who passed away Feb. 7, 2022 with 74 years of marriage. Together they had three children, Linda (Bernard) DeVuyst, Carl E “Mick” (Jeannie) Robbennolt, Brian (Jeanette) Robbennolt.

She was known for having the best baked beans and pies at family reunions. Her love for wildlife, deer, and birds is only surpassed by her love of family. She is survived by her children, 6 grandchildren, 17 great Grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, siblings and granddaughter Bambi Eckelbarger.

There will be no services. The family would like any contributions in her Name be given to the Gratiot County Community Foundation Bambi Eckelbarger memorial Scholarship in honor of her granddaughter.

The family is being served by the Barden Funeral Home in Ithaca. Condolences may be left for the family online at www.bardenfuneralhome.com.