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PAGE 4A SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2015 DAI LY PRESS ARG US COMMUNITY BRIEFS door prizes. A cash bar will feature a German wine and craft beer. Admission is $30 per person and reservations are required by calling 517-540-0065 or visiting p.m. at The Opera House, 123 W. Grand River Ave.

in downtown Howell. Guests will enjoy a full German dinner, provided by Brunner's Restaurant of Howell, live music of Die Dorfmusikanten and call 810-423-5906. Oktoberfest celebration at The Opera House The Livingston Arts Council will host Oktoberfest on Friday from 6-11 Passages Obituaries, Memories Remeniberances How to reach us: 1-800-579-7355 fas 315-496-4968 www.niideathnotite5.com Deadlines: Monday through Thursday at 4:00 p.m. for the next day's paper. Friday at 4:00 p.m.

for the following Sunday and Monday's paper. Holiday deadlines are subject to change- Correction An article that appeared in Friday's Active Living page listed Friday, Sept. 25, the last day community members could participate in the Pinck-ney Community Library yoga classes. The yoga class runs every Friday, throughout the year. Information was obtained from the submissions from the community calendar on the Livingston Daily website.

Cider mill gears up for fall events The Parshallville Cider Mill, 8507 Parshallville Road in Hartland Township, will be having events every Sunday through Nov. 1. Today will include country and folk entertainment by the Sundowners from 1-4 p.m. on the lower deck next to the mill stream, weather permitting. Events will also be held Oct.

4, Oct. 11, Oct. 18, Oct. 25 and Nov. 1.

For more information, call 810-629-9079. Tech Talks scheduled for Tuesday Join the Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce for Gal Friday Tech Talks to learn more about Facebook for business from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday at 218 E. Grand River Brighton.

RSVP at Crafters needed for upcoming show Spaces are available for crafters at the upcoming Treasures and Treats Bazaar at First Presbyterian Church in Howell on Nov. 6-7. For more information or to register, call Barbara Butler at 517-546-4389 or barba- raglynnhotmail.com Networking for retired professionals The Retired Business Professionals Network of the Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce will kick off its first meeting from p.m. Tuesday at 218 E. Grand River Avenue, Brighton.

This new group wants to engage interested retirees in a discussion as to the numerous possibilities and opportunities that await them. Refreshments will be served. RSVP at Brighton chamber launches new Mastermind Groups The Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce is launching Mastermind Groups on Thursday. A Mastermind Group is a small group of three to five business professionals dedicated to creating long-term relationships with other business professionals in the chamber. Participants need to be invested in helping grow and sculpt group members' businesses in addition to their own.

Each Mastermind Group is self-directed and an independent think tank. Each would focus on its individual areas of interest. The launch of the Mastermind Groups will take place from 3-5 p.m. Thursday in the Greater Brighton Area Conference Center, 218 E. Grand River Ave.

in Brighton. Spencer Field, Hub Manager of Orange Cube Group, located in Frontal Lobe LLC in downtown Howell, is the coordinator of the small groups. For more information, contact Field at 810-844-1245 or at spen- or the Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce at 810-227-5086. To RSVP to the Thursday event, register online at www.brightoncoc.org. Partnership networking event on tap Architects, commercial builders, general contractors, commercial brokers, leasing agents and owners of multi-tenant or multiple buildings are all invited to Growing Partnerships Successfully (GPS) on Oct.

22. The networking event will be held at T2 Designs, 10489 Grand River Suite Brighton, from p.m. and is hosted by T2 Designs and the Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce. Guests will enjoy appetizers, cocktails and conversation with local design and development industry leaders. For more information, visit www.t2designsinc.com design.

Money in Politics talk scheduled Rich Robinson of the nonprofit, nonpartisan Michigan Campaign Finance Network will present Money in Politics at 7 p.m. Oct. 6 in the Meabon Room of the Howell Carnegie District Library, 314 W. Grand River Ave. The discussion will look back at 2014 state campaign finances, including the unprecedented level of spending that was not disclosed through the State Bureau of Elections, and a look ahead at what to expect in the 2016 presidential campaign and more.

For more information, View Online www.livingstondaily.com BROWER, WILLIAM C. Age 67, of Brighton, Michigan left his earthly home on September 22, 2015 to be with his Lord and Savior. He was born in Howell, Ml on November 14, 1947 a son of Clayton and Martha Brower. Surviving is his loving wife Linda; his children: Lori, Willy and Missy, Wendy and Jerry, and Jeff; many grandchildren and greatgrandchildren, as well as several nieces and nephews; his sisters: Becky and Art and Joan. He was preceded in death by his parents, and one brother Fred.

Bill retired from Ford Motor Wixom after 30 years. He was an avid deer hunter and loved horseshoes, fishing, euchre, and his dog Miki. Bill also enjoyed volunteering at the Brighton Nazarene Church. A Memorial service will be held on October 3, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at the Brighton Nazarene Church.

The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, the family ask you to consider memorial contributions to the Brighton Nazarene Church. Please visit William's Book of Memories at www.keehnfuneralhome.com. KEEHN FUNERAL HOME ARNOLD, HELEN M.

Age 93 of Raleigh, North Carolina, passed away Monday July 6, 2015. Born in Detroit on June 9, 1922, she was the daughter of Harry S. and Helen (Knoop) Snider. A lifelong resident of Howell, Helen had resided in Raleigh for the past four years. She was a 1940 graduate of Howell High School, served as bank manger of the McPherson Bank for many years, a longtime member of the former Howell Church of the Nazarene and loved to travel.

Beloved wife of 54 years of Russell S. Arnold who preceded her in death on November 8, 1996. Loving mother of Ron (Susan) Arnold of Hales Corners, Wisconsin and Sylvia (Al) Kelly of Wake Forest, North Carolina. Grandmother of Steve, Kristin, Kelly and Sara. Great-grandmother of Sophia, Jackson and Norah.

A memorial service celebrating Helen's life will be held Friday, October 2, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at MacDonald's Funeral Home, Howell (517-546-2800) where the family will receive friends one hour before the service beginning at 10:00 a.m.. Please sign the family's online guestbook at macdonaldsfuneralhome.com HALL, CAROL Carol passed peacefully into eternal rest, Monday, September 21, after a long battle with heart and cardiovascular disease. She leaves two daughters, Patricia (Bryant) and Debra (Hall); along with two grandsons, Kristofer Baldwin and Shawn Garcia; three great-grandchildren, Sebastian, Colby, and Megan Baldwin. Preceded by two grandsons, Robert Eldred and Jeremy Garcia.

She will be sadly missed by many friends and past co-workers as well. A memorial service will be held in her honor at the Linden Presbyterian Church in Linden on Tuesday, September 29, at 10:30 a.m. with a luncheon immediately following at the church. Donations may be made to the American Heart Lung Association. Please sign the family's online guestbook at www.macdonaldsfuneralhome.

May peace be with you in this time of sorrow. Obituaries Community Farewell MILTON, EARL B. Pinckney, Michigan His Earl Bourland Milton, age 97, of Pinckney, passed away Saturday, September 19, 2015 in Brighton, Ml. Earl was born March 16, 1918, in Ozark, Arkansas to Earl and Eunice (Johnson) Milton. On April 16, 1942, in Tucson, Arizona, he was united in marriage with Elizabeth Kathleen Spencer.

Earl (EB) spent his early years in Arkansas and Texas, where he rode horses and learned to love the outdoors. As a teenager in Detroit, he met his future wife, Elizabeth (Bette). As a Staff Sgt. in the U.S. Army in WWII he trained soldiers for winter warfare.

EB and Bette raised their five sons in Detroit before moving to Pinckney in 1964. EB drove gravel and salt trucks for a living; enjoyed hunting, fishing, and telling stories; and loved his large extended family. From the Milton Family to Our Dad, Gpa (as he was lovingly called), Great grandfather, and friend, you were an incredible person. Your gentle soul and bright smile made everything from a home-cooked breakfast of bacon and eggs to Trot-a-Little Horsey, from a game of cribbage to falling asleep on your lap, the best experience. Your boys loved those summer "ride alongs" with you driving the loads.

You turned a kid into an adult during those times. You were caring, loving, and a hero to all. You raised amazing boys that turned into loving fathers and wonderful grandfathers. There are many lessons from America's Greatest Generation that will not be lost. The many generations will carry on your steadfast and kind-hearted spirit.

Your genuine generous, kind, and humble nature will continue. You will be greatly missed by those you touched, your love has spread beyond the family and your welcoming joy has affected an entire community. We love you and will miss you always, thank you for your 97 years. See you at the rest area. His Earl is survived by his sons, Earl (Chris), Kendell (Mary), Gary (Marcy), Mark (Cyndy), and Tim (Kathi); 13 grandchildren; and six great grandchildren.

Earl is preceded in death by his wife Elizabeth Milton, with whom he spent 72 years united in marriage. His A celebration of life is being planned for a later date. Memorial donations to the Wounded Warrior Project are welcomed. Arrangements by Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Hamburg Chapel. Please leave a message of comfort for the Milton family by calling 1-877-231-7900, or sign the guestbook at www.borekjennings.com Borek Jennings Funeral Home Community Farewell BROWN, RICHARD Fowlervi lie, Michigan His Richard Brown, age 65, passed away, September 24, 2015 in Ann Arbor.

Richard was born in Howell, Ml on October 16, 1949 to Ronald and Helen (Browning) Brown. A resident of the Livingston County area most his life, he was employed as a service technician for Brown Drilling for many years. His Richard is survived by his soul mate Suzanne Gay; sister, Dorothy Bourasa; and several nieces, nephews and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, and brother Harry Brown and sister Betty Halpin. His Richard will be buried at Lakeview Cemetery in Howell.

Please leave a message of comfort to the Brown family by calling 1.877.231.7900 or sign the guestbook at borekjennings.com Borefejennings Funeral Home RAYMOND, SARAH JANE M. Age 93 of Howell, surrounded by family, went to be with Jesus on September 18, 2015. She took a piece of our heart with her as she entered heaven and heard her Savior say, "Well done my good and faithful servant." God gave her loved ones a sign as she left this earth at 1:58 a.m. (1 true God, 5 for grace to go on without her, and 8 for her new beginning). At the time of Sarah's death, her Rose of Sharon bush looked dead, but then we saw one beautiful bloom.

My mom may have looked dead but she is alive with the King of all Kings, finally able to dance, sing, and be pain free. Sarah was the daughter of John and Harriet (Kellogg) Raymond; the beloved wife, soul mate and best friend of Raynald H. Raymond whom she married on May 16, 1942; precious most loving mother of Morris (preceded her in death), Ronald (Linda), Harry, Gene, Suzanne Lanning (Ray), Mark (Carol), Matthew (Susie), Marie Johnson, Luke, and Janet Weitzel (Dave). Sarah had 33 grandchildren, 39 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. Goodbyes are not forever.

Goodbyes are not the end. They simply mean I'll miss you until we meet again. John 11:25 VAGNETTI, FRANK D. "FRANKO" Age 64 of Howell, Michigan, passed away September 22, 2015. He was born in Detroit and graduated from St.

Gregory H.S. in 1969 in Detroit. The son of the late Emil and Vincenza (Rozzisi) Vagnetti. Frank was an avid Detroit sports enthusiast and enjoyed going to live rock concerts. He also liked to travel, having recently gone to Alaska and to Mackinaw Island.

He was a Quality Control Engineer for the past five years at Eberspaecher North America in Brighton. He is survived by his daughters, Angela Vagnetti and Alicia Vagnetti, a granddaughter: Clara Jean Waters, three brothers: John (Margaret), Michael (Jeanne) and Carl, along with several extended family members. He was preceded in death by a sister Ann Vagnetti. A Celebration of Frank's life will be held on Sunday, October 11th 2015 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

at Hampton Ridge Club House at 4210 Hampton Ridge Howell, Ml. In lieu of flowers the family asks that you consider the American Cancer Society. Please visit Frank's Book of Memories at www.keehnfuneralhome.com KEEHN FUNERAL HOME MENGYAN, STEVEN P. Passed away 9142015. Memorial services will be held Saturday, October 3, 2015 at 11:00 a.m.

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Craine said the project might end up going over budget, but that would remain to be seen once all phases are completed. Contact Livingston Daily county and townships reporter Jennifer Eberbach at 517-548-7148 or at Follow her on Twitter JenTheWri-ter. ord and repeating that she's served the court-imposed jail sentence. The more than $9,000 restitution is sitting in an escrow account until the state appeals court decides whether Cavan-augh's earlier ruling holding Soerries' financially responsible for funeral expenses paid by the family and insurance company will stand. Contact Livingston Daily justice reporter Lisa Roose-Church at 517-552-2846 or Follow her on Twitter of our work." In August, workers began completely redoing Whitmore Lake Road from just north of the southbound U.S.

23 off-ramp at M-36 north to Wi-nans Lake Road. The stretch of the road was completely removed and repaved because it sat on bad dirt. The cost of the $3.5 million three-phased project was split 50-50 between jail time. That was a punitive sanction." Assistant Prosecutor Daniel Rose opposed the request for early release, noting that he agreed with the probation officer's assessment that Soerries "demonstrated a complete disregard for human life." He said the manner in which Soerries has handled herself both in court and on probation "has demonstrated a complete lack of sensitivity to (the victim's) family for the loss they suffered as a result of (Soerries') crime." Brewer appeared offended, saying his client has the crime on her rec Closure Continued from Page 3A next spring. However, Craine said in the interview that the Michigan Department of Transportation is "making plans to reconstruct the southern edge and move Eight Mile north.

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