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Ransford Funeral Home - Pigeon

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.

06/04/2026

The world has lost a true artist.

Donna Josephine Martin was born May 16th, 1940, and went to be with God on June 2nd, 2026. She was 86 years old.

Raised in northwest Detroit, she lived out loud from the beginning. Art was in her heart and soul. Donna attended Cass Tech High School, focusing on oil painting. After graduating, she met and married Ronald Berendt in 1963. Her son Ronald “RJ” was born soon after and was her pride and joy.

Donna made many pivots in her professional life. She balanced paying the bills with continuing her artistic pursuits, even doing bookkeeping for small businesses like Mitzelfeld's department store in downtown Rochester.

She studied interior design, wrote columns in her local paper, won awards in photography contests, and painted beautiful works of art. Donna accomplished her goal of completing a college degree, by graduating from Oakland University in 1988 with her Bachelor of Arts degree in Interior Design.

After moving to Florida in the early ‘90s, Donna saw a posting for stained glass lessons. The rest was history. She said many times, “I live and breathe glass.” Upon moving to Asheville, North Carolina, in 2014, she accomplished her goal of having her work featured in the acclaimed Grovewood Village art gallery, and many other galleries in the area.

She created countless works of art, focusing on nature and wildlife. She had a special love for birds. Her windows adorn many homes and businesses and will live on for generations to come. A church window in Caseville is devoted to her loving father, Stanley Martin.

Donna was a voracious reader, a teacher, a writer, and a deep thinker. Her laugh was infectious. She fell asleep many nights with a book resting on her chest.

She moved back to Pigeon, Michigan, after losing her sister, Barbara, and once again reinvented her artist’s life.

Donna eventually met her loving partner, Mark Londy, who was devoted to her until the very end. They shared many good times, travels, and most importantly - laughter together.

Donna is survived by her son, Ronald Jr. (Roxy); her brother, Hal (Jill); nephews, Martin and David (Lucia); niece, Susan; sister-in-law, Kathy (preceded in death by her brother, Steve); and many great nieces, nephews, and her cousin Lois of Canada.

In accordance with Donna’s wishes, cremation is to take place. A memorial service celebrating her life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at Ransford Funeral Home – Pigeon, 7356 West Michigan Avenue, Pigeon, with Pastor Karen Bouverette presiding. Visitation will take place at the funeral home from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service. Donna adored animals and requested that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Thumb Animal Shelter, 2260 South Elkton Road, Elkton, MI, 48731.

Congratulations, Donna, on a life well lived.

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05/29/2026

David “Dave” James Anderson of Bay Port, age 77, passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2026, at Covenant Health Care in Saginaw. Dave was born on September 14, 1948, at Scheurer Hospital in Pigeon, Michigan, to the late Russel and Maxine (Waigle) Anderson. Dave graduated from Laker High School in 1966, then attended Central Michigan University where he received a bachelor’s degree in business and a master’s degree in accounting. He was united in marriage with Reneé Henne on August 16, 1969, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Pigeon. She survives him.

Dave started his career at Karl Leppien and Company in Caro, then transferred to their Pigeon office. He became controller at Schuerer Hospital and when his father retired from State Farm, Dave took the opportunity to become a State Farm agent, continuing his service to his Pigeon community. During his lifetime, he had many other businesses and taught business classes at Delta College. Additionally, Dave served as a board member for Bay Port State Bank Board of Directors for many years, as well as on the finance board at Pigeon First United Methodist Church where he was a devout member. As an adult he enjoyed fast-pitch softball, baseball, golf, and men’s league basketball, which he particularly loved participating in. His greatest love was his family, and he also enjoyed time at the casino. Dave was an advocate for youth basketball, helping start and run programs in Huron County, and he and Reneé were involved with athletic boosters for over twenty years.

Dave is survived by his loving wife of fifty-six years, Reneé Anderson. The couple was blessed to welcome three children into their lives, Branden (Jeni) Anderson, Heather McCleary, and Scott (Julie) Anderson, who further blessed them with grandchildren, Andrew (Linda) McCleary, Isabel McCleary, Nicholas McCleary, Lia Anderson, Audrey Anderson, Levi Cryderman, and Joe Cryderman; as well as an expected great grandson. Dave is also survived by sister, Sally (Mike Deeb) Dittman; brothers, Gary (Dena) Anderson and Dan (Marsha) Anderson; loving mother-in-law, Audrey Henne; and sister-in-law, Christine (Doug) Krohn; as well as many cherished nieces and nephews.

A funeral service for Dave will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, June 1, 2026, at Pigeon First United Methodist Church, 7102 East Michigan Ave, Pigeon, with Reverend David Leineke presiding. Visitation will take place from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 31 at Ransford Funeral Home – Pigeon, 7356 West Michigan Ave, and from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at the church on Monday. Burial is to follow at Grand Lawn Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Pigeon First United Methodist Church.

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05/08/2026

Jessica “Jessie” Kay Deming of Pigeon, 44, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 7, 2026, in her home in Pigeon. Jessie was born in Bad Axe, Michigan, to Ron and Dee (Menominee) Deming and was a 2000 graduate of Laker High School. Jessie was passionately involved with the Special Olympics and competed in basketball, as well as spending time with her fellow athletes bowling. She loved wrestling (always rooting for John Cena) and enjoyed listening to Elvis. Jessie filled countless notebooks with her writing and collected Barbie dolls. Most importantly, Jessie took her role as Aunt very seriously, loving and supporting her nephews and niece throughout their lives. She was giving with her love and affection, always putting others before herself, and though she was quiet and something of a night owl she had a profound impact on anyone who came to know and love her.

Jessie is survived by her parents, Ron and Dee Deming; brother, Matthew (Kim) Deming; sister, Amber Burkett; niece, Raven Deming; and nephews, Lucian Deming, Michael Burkett, and Jared Burkett; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, other family members, and friends.

Jessie was preceded in death by her infant sister, May Ann; grandmother, Peggy Rinnert (Ballard); grandparents, Donald and Lucille Deming; cousins, April Menominee, Brooklyn Menominee, Chad Davis, and Scotty Davis; and her beloved cat, Honeydew.

In accordance with Jessie’s wishes, cremation is to take place. The family is planning a celebration of life for Jessie on Saturday, July 18, 2026, during one of her favorite times of year, Farmer’s Summerfest in Pigeon. Memorial contributions may be made to the wishes of the family, with checks made to Dee Deming.

Jessie’s love and memory will live on in the hearts of her friends and family, as well as all those impacted by her generous tissue and organ donation through Gift of Life.

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05/04/2026

Linda Lee (Zorn) Hogan, of Caseville, Michigan, passed away the morning of May 1, 2026, at her daughter’s home, surrounded by family, sunlight, and flowers.

Born August 14, 1943, in Marlette, Michigan, to the late Orville and Edith Zorn, Linda graduated from Marlette High School in 1961 and went on to attend Central Michigan University. She was a proud member of Alpha Chi Omega and earned her degree in Physical Education.

Shortly after graduating, Linda married Terry Hogan of Rolla, Missouri. The two began their life together in Kalamazoo, where Linda taught school and Terry worked at Meijer. Not long after, they made the decision that would shape the rest of their lives, returning to Marlette to join the family grocery business. What followed was a 41-year run as co-owners of IGA stores in Kingston and Caseville, where she poured her time, love, creativity, and dedication to community.

Linda didn’t just run a store; she invested her life. It was rare to visit the store and not see her moving around, right in the middle of it all: fussing over her perfect produce department, helping someone, catering, planning events, sometimes even choreographing a shopping cart routine for a parade. She held a firm hand in business and expected a lot from people, but that standard is exactly what made her stores, and her career, so successful.

In 1996, Linda and Terry moved full-time to Caseville, where she poured that same energy into the community. She joined the Eagles Club, supported local businesses, and served as President of the Chamber of Commerce, helping lead the creation of Shanty Days and playing an active role in Cheeseburger in Caseville. She believed deeply in showing up for the community that supported her and that was the backbone in most of her decision making. In business and in life, people came first.

Linda had a kind of energy that is hard to explain unless you saw it. She was always busy, always creating, always thinking about how to make something better. She didn’t do anything halfway, if she was involved, it was going to be bigger, brighter, and more fun.

Outside of work, she found joy in her impressive flower garden, traveling (Arizona held a special place in her heart) cheering on the Lions, Tigers, and (her favorite) Michigan State basketball, making lists, playing cards with her grandchildren, planning meals, going to lunch with friends, and spending time with her family. Even in retirement, she didn’t slow down. She stayed busy volunteering at the Helping Hands thrift store, working in the food pantry, and helping organize monthly food truck deliveries.

Simply put, Linda loved life, not in a quiet way, but in a full, all-in kind of way.

She is survived by her son, Sean Hogan; daughter-in-law, Andrea Hogan; her daughter, Niki Hogan; son-in-law, Pat Kennedy; grandsons, Gabriel (Andrew) Hogan and Aidan Lefler; granddaughters, Sela Lefler, Nola Hogan, and Whalen Kennedy; her brothers, Larry Zorn and Dennis Zorn; nieces, Kelly (Shane Rasmussen) Zorn and Lesli Zorn; nephew, Dak Zorn; and the best cousins a girl could ask for. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Terry Hogan; her sister-in-law, Kim Zorn; and many dear friends she is now reunited with.

Linda’s son, Sean, would like to sincerely thank Angela Hospice for their care and most of all thank his sister, Niki and brother-in-law, Pat, for taking great care of Linda for months, while making her feel at home, comfortable and loved.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 7, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Ransford Funeral Home – Pigeon, 7356 West Michigan Avenue, with a funeral ceremony to begin at 12:00 p.m. Immediately following, the family extends an invitation for a luncheon at the Fraternal Order of Eagles, in Caseville, Michigan.

Memorials in Linda’s name may be made to Angela Hospice, 14100 Newburgh Road, Livonia, MI 48154 or the Caseville Eagles Club, 7017 East Park Street, Caseville, MI 48725.

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04/30/2026

Carolyn Young

Carolyn C. Young, 80, of Bad Axe, Michigan, passed away on April 20, 2026. She was born on August 31, 1945, Carolyn was the beloved daughter of the late Stanley and Florence (Fritz) Schubach. She was a proud graduate of Laker High School, Class of 1963.

Carolyn had a deep love for horses and was a dedicated equestrian. Her lifelong passion for riding, as well as watching derby matches, brought her immense joy throughout her life.

Left to cherish her memory is her daughter, Dana (Bill) Cullen of Penokee, Kansas; her son, Don (Jean) Young of Leslie, Michigan; and her grandchildren, Kyle (Katie) Edler, Kelsey (Matt) Schulz, and Kadi Young. She was also a great-grandmother to Emery, Westin, and Adalynn.

Carolyn is further survived by her sisters, Anna Marie Krohn, Selma Thiel, and Ila Waller, along with many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister, Eunice Leitch, and her brother, Jack Schubach; brothers-in-law, Donald Krohn, Cal Waller, Oliver Leitch, and Bob Thiel; and sister-in-law, Deena Schubach.

A private family service will be held. Rest now at the end of your days.

Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to the family, c/o Dana Cullen, 7356 West Michigan Avenue, Pigeon, MI 48755.

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04/28/2026

Marlene Yvonne (Wiscombe) Crews of Caseville, age 84, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 27, 2026, at Tuscola County Medical Care Community in Caro. Marlene was born on May 24, 1941, in Pontiac, Michigan, to the late Harold and Beatrice (Jenkinson) Wiscombe and was a 1959 graduate of Pontiac High School. She worked as a teller for Chase Bank, lighting up the day of countless people in the community as they went about their business at the bank. Marlene met David Crews after being set up on a blind date through one of her friends and the pair would hit it off, marrying on September 5, 1959. He is left to cherish her memory. In her free time, Marlene enjoyed listening to country music and even went to a few concerts with David. She enjoyed nature and flowers and is remembered fondly for her great cooking. Marlene traveled extensively with David, spending time exploring all around North America, as well as spending the winter months down south on South Padre Island, Texas, and Crystal River, Florida. Above all, she loved her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren and treasured the time she was able to spend with her family.

Marlene is survived by her loving husband, David; children, David (Annette) Crews, Jr., Marsha Mansfield, Jefferey (Laurie) Crews, and Lee (Sylvia) Crews; seven grandchildren; and two great grandchildren; as well as many nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends.

Marlene was preceded in death by her siblings, Norma Jean, Lorraine, Karen, and Don, as well as her son in law, Bill Mansfield.

In accordance with Marlene’s wishes, cremation is to take place.

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04/27/2026

Connie Jean (Weiss) Eden of Bay Port, age 75, passed away after a short illness on Saturday, April 25, 2026, with her loving family by her side at Courtney Manor in Bad Axe. Connie was born on February 7, 1951, in Pigeon, Michigan, to the late Harvey and Donna (Danks) Weiss and was a 1969 graduate of Elkton-Pigeon-Bay Port High School. After high school, Connie attended Ferris State University, graduating with an associate degree before beginning her long tenure in medical records. She spent over 46 years with Scheurer Health, retiring as a Coding Specialist in 2016. Connie met Michael Eden while shooting pool and the pair quickly bonded over their love of the Thumb. They married on September 2, 1978, and spent over 47 years of marriage together. He survives her.

Connie’s faith was strong and it was said that her heart and soul were in the church. She was a lifelong member of Cross Lutheran Church in Pigeon where she was deeply involved, serving as a Sunday school teacher, youth leader, and mission outreach member. She was a member of the Circle women’s bible group and sang in the choir, and she never missed taking part in the church’s Christmas program. She and Michael also planted flowers at the church for over 20 years. In addition to her devotion to her faith and the church, Connie was also a Girl Scout leader and member of the Pigeon Chat and Chew group. She enjoyed arts and crafts, as well as birdwatching, and treasured her time driving along the shore with Michael. Connie is remembered as being the most loving and caring woman you could ever meet with a heart of gold. She was giving of her time and affection and always put a smile on the face of her cherished family.

Connie is survived by her loving husband, Michael Eden; children, Chris (Jennifer) Eden, Jamey Eden, Rebecca (Gregory) Yackle, and Rachel (Corey) Messing; grandchildren, Nick, Kyle (Rio), Matt (Monica), Max, Chloe, Jonah, Violet, Lily, Saige, Hazel, and Mirah; and sisters, Lori (John) Smith and Patti (Phil) McNeil; as well as many nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends.

Connie was preceded in death by her brother, James Weiss.

A funeral service for Connie will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, May 1, 2026, at Cross Lutheran Church, 200 Ruppert Street, Pigeon, with Pastor Kevin Kaiser presiding. Visitation will take place from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 30, at Ransford Funeral Home – Pigeon, 7356 West Michigan Avenue, and at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service on Friday. Burial will follow at Cross Lutheran Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Cross Lutheran Church or Cross Lutheran School.

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04/20/2026

Cynthia “Cindy” L. (Leinbach) Gioia of Farmington Hills, age 85, passed away in her home surrounded by her family on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Cindy was born in Detroit, Michigan, on October 13, 1940, to the late Etril and Velma (Lane) Leinbach and graduated with honors from Allen Park High School in 1958. After graduation she attended Wayne State University where she studied English Literature and Sociology, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in 1962. It was at Wayne State she met Vito Gioia and the couple would marry in 1965. Cindy served in the Detroit Police Department Women’s Division until motherhood called her to lovingly raise her two children. Once her children were off to high school, Cindy took business classes at Oakland County Community College before going to work as an administrative assistant and office manager for various automotive advertising organizations. She retired from Temple Israel in 2005. Cindy was a brilliant and witty writer, and was an avid reader who went through one book after another. She enjoyed playing mahjong with her friends and traveling with family, be it to Europe from time to time or Up North as often as she could. Cindy is remembered as being an effervescent and dramatic woman who was loving, loyal, and empathetic.

Cindy is survived by her children, Lisa Gioia and Bart Gioia; and siblings, Suzanne Arnost and Jim Leinbach; as well as many nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends.

A private committal service will be held for Cindy at Grand Lawn Cemetery, and the family asks that friends and family gather to celebrate Cindy by sharing memories or raising a toast in her honor.

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04/20/2026

Charles "Charlie" Harry Pesha

Charles “Charlie” Harry Pesha age 68, of Pigeon, formerly of Centerline, unexpectedly passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at McLaren Bay Region. Charlie was born on December 15, 1957, in Detroit, the son of the late Harry and Jacqueline (Aumann) Pesha.

Left to cherish Charlie’s memory are his siblings, Raymond of Pigeon, Kelly Thacker of Tennessee, Tracy of Warren, Andrew of Florida, and Jack of Warren, as well as many nieces and nephews.

In keeping with Charlie's wishes cremation has taken place.

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04/20/2026

Deena Marie (Rohl) Schubach of Bad Axe, age 62, passed away peacefully after prolonged illness on Friday, April 17, 2026, at Huron County Medical Care Facility in Bad Axe. Deena was born on November 7, 1963, in Traverse City, Michigan, to the late Donald and Barbara (Chase) Rohl and attended Traverse City High School. She served her community as a waitress all over the Thumb and after marrying Jack Schubach she continued her commitment to keeping her neighbors fed in Florida until his passing in 2016. Deena moved back to Michigan in 2022, where she spent her free time jamming out to Stevie Nicks and Boyz II Men, as well as spoiling her granddaughter with love and affection. She was always there for everybody and put a smile on the face of anyone she met.

Deena is survived by her cherished daughter, Brianna Davis; beloved granddaughter, Jessie-Marie Perez; sisters, Mary Jan Shields, Gaylene (Dan) Traylor, and Carol Heintz; stepson, Chad (Misty) Schubach; and step grandson, Matthew Schubach; as well as many nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends.

In addition to her husband, Jack Schubach, Deena was preceded in death by her brother-in-law, Pete Heintz.

In accordance with Deena’s wishes, cremation is to take place. Memorials may be made to the wishes of the family, c/o Brianna Davis.

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