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mi Enjomhe fXcolor WBSfTLAND wrthoumavelm far A GANNETT COMPANY from horre Saturday, Oct. 13, with the Friends of the Rouge's sixth an nual public canoe trip on the lower branch of the Rouge River in the city of Wayne. The trip starts at 1 p.m. and ends about 4 p.m. The route is through PRICE: $1 • SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2012 • hometownlife.com Wayne County parkland and is fairly free of por tages. The trip, however, is limited to experienced paddlers due to water- quality concerns. Participants will go to Westland police investigate 3600 Commerce Ct, east of Venoy, in Wayne and drive all the way back to the river. Heavner Canoe and Kayak Rental will be shooting near bowling alley providing rental canoes for those who do not By Sue Mason the parking lot of the scene in a dark colored recovering from the sur at Iliria Cafe, a private have their own canoes. Observer Staff Writer bowling alley at 5:21 p.m. sedan and was gone when gery. social club at 5800 N. Reservations are request Monday, Sept. 24, on a police arrived, he said. "Our officers are Wayne Road. Harhold, ed. For more informa A 43-year-old Westland report of a man being . Police officers have actively working the however, said police tion, visit www.therouge. man is recovering after shot. been able to interview case," said Harhold. were called to 5900 N. org, email monitoring® undergoing surgery for According to police the victim who indicat "We're working on a few Wayne Road, the site of therouge.org or call (313) wounds he sustained in Lt. Michael Harhold, ed he did not know his leads and we will see the now-closed Westland 792-9621. a shooting Monday near an unknown assailant assailant. The man was where they take us." Bowl. the closed Westland Bowl fired two shots which transported to a local An initial report by the on North Wayne Road. struck the man in his tor hospital by Westland media indicated that the smasonehometownlife.com Police were called to so. The assailant fled the Fire Rescue where he is shooting has occurred (313)222-6751 The westland City Council has confirmed the reappointment of Donna Jackson and Alan Westland Marszalek to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Season of change student faces Jackson is a Westland resident and business owner and has served on expulsion the Zoning Board of Ap peals and the Westland Planning Commission over gun since 2002. Marszalek served as an incident alternate from February 2012 until June 2012, A 13-year-old Stevenson when he was appointed Middle School student is as a voting member to fill facing expulsion after he an unexpired term with brought a handgun and a term that expires in Oc ammunition to school. tober. His new appoint The student, who was ment is a three-year term arrested and removed that will expire in 2015. from the school by West- land police officers Sept. 25, has been turned over to the 3rd Circuit Court's U-M ticket Juvenile Division, according to Lt. Michael contest Harhold. An informa- Enter our Facebook i- tion sheet has been sent contest for a chance to to the Juvenile Division, win two great tickets which will make a deter to see the University of mination in the case, he . Michigan Wolverines said. homecoming game , Harhold said school against Illinois Satur officials became aware of day, Oct. 13, at The Big the situation when a stu House. dent alerted a teacher Entering is easy. Just go STEPHEN CANTRELL | STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER that he had seen the hand to our website, home- Stacey Watson from Mark's Greenhouse in Milan hands a bag filled with fresh produce to Paul and Dorothy Tresik of gun. y, townl'rfe.com, and look Westland. In a letter to parents, to the right in our Don't Stevenson Principal Miss module for the Adam Martin said admin Wolverines ticket contest. istrators isolated the stu Fill out the short form Fall crops make appearance at weekly farmers market dent and removed the and you are entered in weapon from his back the contest. Recommend By Sue Mason ket Tuesday picking up ident who stopped by Despite the gloomy pack that was in his lock the contest to a Facebook Observer Staff Writer raspberry honey from weather and a bit of a er. friend and get five extra Stacey Watson's pro (;• one of the vendors who duce stand to look over chill in the'air, foot traf "The weapon wasn't entries for every person Roberta Campbell set up shop in the park the variety of fruits and fic was "pretty good," loaded and,no students who also enters the dreads winter weath she said. were threatened," Mar contest. ing lot between the vegetables she was sell er. It's not just the snow Westland City Hall and ing. "The stuff I've got "We have a lot of reg tin said. The prize winner will and the cold she dislikes, Westland Police Depart ten here is pretty good. ulars who are here rain Weapons of any kind be selected in a random • it's not being able to get ment on Tuesdays May The honey is really or shine," she said. are prohibited on school drawing from among all fresh homegrown pro through October. good." "It's been pretty steady property under state and eligible entries Oct. 10. duce. "I try to eat as much Watson was handling today." federal laws. As a result, Campbell was at the fresh produce as I can," sales for Mark's Green the student faces expul Westland Farmers Mar said the Westland res house out of Milan. Please see MARKET, A2 sion from school as part l of the district's zero tol INDEX erance rule. According Community Life B5 to Superintendent Greg Crossword Puzzle.... C3 Education A4 Baracy, the expulsion Health B10 GC couple, 5 Romulus police officers would be for one year, .Homes CI after which the student Jobs CI . can request reinstate Obituaries B9 ment. Services C2 . to stand trial in racketeering case Sports B1 Martin urged parents Wheels C3 By Sue Mason Judge James K. Kersten Droege. accused of repeated to use thi incident as an Observer Staff Writer entered a written order The charges stem ly making or assisting opportunity to discuss i binding over as charged from an investigation others in submitting with their children the • © The Observer & Eccentric A Garden City couple retired Romulus Police by the Michigan State expense reports in an danger of handling weap Volume 126 • Number 7 accused of accused of Chief Michael St. Andre Police into allegations of effort to seek improp ons. using police forfeiture and his wife Sandra misconduct, corruption er reimbursement; cre "Student safety remains Home Delivery: - funds to both purchase Vlaz-St. Andre of Gar and embezzlement of ating fraudulent doc our primary concern," he (866)887-2737 o and operate a West- den City and five sus drug forfeiture funds by uments to support said. "I'm asking all par land tanning salon have pended Romulus police members of the Romu improper expenditures ents to make sure any Return Address: been bound over for tri detectives — Richard lus Police Department's of drug forfeiture funds; weapons within the home 41304 Concept Dr. al in Wayne County Cir Balzer, Richard Landry, Special Investigation obstructing justice; are secure and under lock Plymouth Ml 48170 cuit Court. On Wednes Donald Hopkins, Jere Unit. and key." day, visiting District my Channells and Larry The defendants are Please see TRIAL, A3 — By Sue Mason
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By Sue Mason Salva room, and the last family" Observer Staff Writer tion received a dinette set' ' Army In all, Value City pro The Wayne-;Westlahd Capt. vided $3^64 in hew fur Salvation Army put a Derek niture focthe families. smile on the faces of Rose People who turn to the four families by provid of the Corps generally receive ing much needed furni Wayne- vouchers to get items ture, thanks to a partner West at the Thrift Store. The ship with Value City Fur land requests for help come niture. Corps from people who are The families came . watches leaving a shelter and from Westland, Wayne, as the have nothing, people Inkster and Romulus, the families who have been evict four communities served use their ed from their homes - by the Wayne-Westland furniture and weren't able to Corps. Each receiyed a vouch move their belongings, roomful of furniture. ers. and people who have "It was so great to be lost everything in fires. able to offer them some Three of the four fami thing new and they were lies helped with the Val- . so grateful," said Glad ue City furniture vouch ys Beach, a case work ers had been victims of er at the Wayne-West fire, Beach said. land Corps. "They > Beach submitted the - needed and how much it "You don't realize how didn't expect that. They names of people needing would cost. devastating it can be thought they'd get some furniture and what type One woman received , to lose everything, and thing from the Thrift of furniture the vouch a queen-sized mattress , then get shiny new," Store." , • ers would be used for. and box spring, a bed said Beach. "It would According to Beach, PHOTOS BY STEPHEN CANTRELt | STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER Then the store sent them frame, dresser and mir be great if they were the Wayne-Westland Value City Furniture Store Manager Scott Davis talks vouchers. ror. Another received to do this again. This is Corps received informa with Natalie Romano of Inkster, one of the families that ' - Beach contacted the a queen-sized bed and the first time for us and tion about the furniture received furniture vouchers through the Wayne-Westland last few people who recliner. A mother asked we're very grateful for vouchers from the Sal Salvation Army. had called the Salvation for a captain's bed with ' it." vation Army's divisional Army looking for furni a mattress and bunkie i • headquarters. Value City million to the Salvation be used in communities ture. The families went board that would fit in smasonehometownlife.com had provided some $1 Army and asked that it where it had stores. online to see what they her child's small bed (313)222-6751
ing off, according to Wat "We do a farmers mar And with an hour to g6 MARKET son. ket every day except before the market closed Continued from page A1 "Right now we can't Monday," she said. "This for the day, she had keep tomatoes and is a smaller market, but already sold out of her cucumbers on the table, the customer traffic is chocolate covered pret Final month and zucchini and sum comparable to its size." zel rods. : The farmers market is mer squash was very Business wasn't quite Tina DeWulf of DeWulf in its final month of oper popular during the sum as good for Pooky T. Produce out of Howell, ation. It's open 9 a.m. to mer ... anything you can Clown of Just Clownin' had sold out of corn. 3 p.m. Tuesdays through slice and put on a grill," Around who had her "The hot dog vendor Oct. 23. The change in she said. table set up to do face comes to us to get the seasons has meant a Mark's Greenhouse painting. But with kids corn and cook it," she change in produce with has been at the West- in school and foot traffic said. "We help each other winter squash, gourds, ' land Farmers Market for down, she found anoth out here." pumpkins and cabbage five years. While West- er way to use her talents While Michigan had a now in abundance. Sum-. land has one of the small —painting pumpkins for hot summer, the weath: mer items like tomatoes, er markets vendor wise, the other vendors. Wat PHOTOS BY STEPHEN CANTRELL | STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER . er didn't affect the fall cucumbers, zucchini and it has a good customer son had one of her paint Karen and Tom Sheldon of Westland enjoy lunch at crops "at all," DeWulf summer squash are trail base, she said. ed pumpkins for sale at Tuesday's Westland Farmers Market. said. her booth. "We'll have pumpkins "The summer was real catehats. He, too, had picked up ... maybe next week," she ly good," said the West- "Market people are a a jar of raspberry hon said. land resident who point different sort of people," ey, but paused to talk to DeWulf had one table ed out that she can "paint she said. "They're good Pauley-Geimer about her filled with a variety of what I see." people, they work hard. more exotic jams like her winter squashes and two Like Watson, Pooky, Every day is different, triple berry jalapeno. more tables covered with who declined to give her it's a different set of peo "The first time I made large heads of cabbage, real name, does six mar ple. If you didn't have it, I sold out of it in two watermelons, tomatoes, kets a week. While she the market people, you days," said the Garden plums and pears. doesn't have something wouldn't have a market." City resident. "The prune plums have to sell, she said she prr> Lyons, who likes to really been selling well," vides a service for mar Sweet treats cook, told Pauley-Geimer she said. ket goers. She entertains Doug Lyons of Romu the jam would be used "at The family plans to the kids while their par lus was looking over the a wine and cheese party be back at the Westland ents shop. selection of homemade to cleanse your palate." market next year. Busi Lisa Lindbloom, Agent Get your buyout decision Pooky does clown sweets and jams and Pauley-Geimer, whose ness have been very 29510 Ford Rd to a better state. Garden City, Ml 48135 ing with her son, Goo jellies at Melissa Pau- selection included home good there, DeWulf said. Bus: 734-261-3111 I have the financial experience ber Dufus Magee, who ley-Geimer's Lula Bre's made fudge, candies, reg "We'll come back for the [email protected] to help you weigh the pros and loves doing balloons. The Sweet Eats table. He had ular jams and jellies and people," she said. "The cons of accepting a lump-sum talented clown has cre been on his way to the sugar-free jams, said the customers have been buyout. ated everything from a Kroger store across the jalapeno concoction is awesome. I hate to see Get to a better State? balloon pool table to a street when he saw the made with strawberries, the season come to'an CALL ME TODAY. Christmas tree, motorcy market and thought he'd raspberries and blueber end." cle and a variety of intri- stopped by. , ries and, of course, jala- penos. She also has a hot smasonehometownlife.com pepper relish available. (313)222-6751 /7
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St. Andre, a 28-year vet Balzer and Landry have TRIAL eran of the police depart been charged with con N Continued from page A1 ment, has been charged ducting criminal enter with conducting a crim prise, criminal enterprise/ Eastern inal enterprise, acquir conspiracy, embezzlement Hours: making false statements ing/maintaining criminal by public official over -, 8 am- 7 pm in police reports; and mis enterprise, criminal enterr $50, uttering and publish using city of Romulus prise conspiracy, embez ing, misconduct in office 7 Pays funds for their own per zlement by public offi and neglect of duty, while sonal gain between Janu cial over $50, uttering and Hopkins has been charged ary 2006 and September publishing, misconduct in with all but the neglect of mmtfU-* 1 Block'E;uH£75 2011. office, failure to file/false duty charge. W w/ >-v 7M45g_fll2o In announcing the return, obstruction of jus If convicted, St. Andre, charges last year, Wayne tice, witness-bribery/ • his wife, Balzer, Landry County Prosecutor Kym intimidating/interfering in and Hopkins could face up Worthy said the case a case and receiving and to 20 years in prison. (eiSli Meat~Deli~Fresh Sei "defines a culture of cor concealing stolen proper Channells has been , ruption and greed at its ty over $20,000. charged with two counts stS/. Produce~Brocery~Dairj core." Vlaz-St. Andre has been of misconduct in office Good through to date of October 7th, 2012, "This is not an indict charged with acquiring and neglect of duty, while ^"~*r-i *""J ment of the entire Romu and maintaining a'crim- . Droege has been charged •M 81 II Mil Let its beryi>Hr~~ ~] lus Police Department inal enterprise, crimi with one count of miscon W/e topprecmfe that has honest, hard nal enterprise conspira duct in office and neglect yew bmmess working of ficers who cy, failure to file taxes by of duty. They face up to , HEATS U»^»Y i' put their lives on the line . filing a false return and five years in prison, if to protect us each day," receiving and conceal- . convicted.' Amish Boneless ~] USDA Choice }> USDA Choice" Worthy said. "Although ing stolen property over All of the defendants Chicken an investigation of this $20,000. remain free on bond. They nature takes hundreds of The couple also is are scheduled for arraign Breasts Rump New York hours of time, it is cru accused of using police ment Oct. 10 in circuit cial that we charge defen forfeiture funds to both court. . Roast Strip Steaks dants where we find them, purchase and operate the even when it is in a police $1.99ib. Always Tan at 33712 Ford smason©hometownlife.com department." inWestland. . (313) 222-6751 . Chicken
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If you suspect a medical problem, please seek treatment from your doctor. 24002 COPYRIGHT O fsms, inc 2011 , online at hometownlife.com LOCAL NEWS Observer & Eccentric | Sunday, September 30,2012 (WGc) A5 GARDEN CLIPPINGS Schoolcraft College trustee Mom 2Mom Sale mationj call the Knights Township. Garden City High '• Of Columbus Hall at . Webb's office hours School is having a Mom-' (734) 425-6380 or Dennis during this period will be 2Mom Sale from 9 a.m. to Charles at (313) 400-5689. as follows: Adams seeks to retain seat 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6. • The second Monday The price is $25 for an In the book of each month in Garden Incumbent Douglas , said Adams. "My dem for managing a project eight-foot table, includ The Lathers General City at the Maplewood Adams of Canton hopes onstrated commitment that resulted in Michi- . ing space for a standard Store, located inside the* Community Center, 31735 to continue his service on to our community and to gan receiving its first of size clothes rack you pro Straight Farmhouse at Maplewood, at 10 a.m. . the Schoolcraft College Schoolcraft are among four consecutive nation vide or small shelf. The 6221 Merriman in Gar • The third Monday Board of Trustees, the , the reasons many area al awards for attracting seller keeps all the prof den City, is currently sell of each month in Dear policy making body for leaders such as Livo major economic develop its from everything sold ing the recently released born Heights at the Ber- the college. nia Mayor Jack Kirksey, ment projects. at their table. A large book Michigan's Haunt wyn Senior Center, 26155 Adams is one of seven former Livonia Mayor "I am a practitioner : ' item area will also be ed Legends and Lore by Richardson Road, at 10 candidates who will be Jack Engebretson, for who has a proven track ; available for items that Kristy Rob inert, a Livo a.m. Office hours at the on the Nov. 6 mer Canton Township record of building bridg do not fit on or under nia-based psychic medi Eton Center, 4900 Pardee, ballot seek Supervisor Tom Yack es between higher educa the seller's table — high um and author. are by appointment only. ing a six- and Plymouth Town- , tion, government and the chairs, strollers, exersau- The book includes a : Call to schedule a meet year term. ship Supervisor Richard private sector," Adams cers, swings, etc. There chapter detailing her . ing. Prior to his Reaume have endorsed said. "Education is one of will also be a pre-sale f or findings during recent • The fourth Monday of appointment me. Just as I do, these the great change agents those who reserve a table. paranormal investiga each month in Redford to the board, leaders recognize that in society, and School More than 65 tables will tions of the Straight Township at the Redford Adams Schoolcraft is one of the craft has positively -.. be available. Setup will be Farmhouse. Robinett will Community Center, 12121 served on Adams gems of our region. We impacted tens of thou- . Friday evening. host her annual Hallow Hemingway, at 10 a.m. the Schoolcraft College all recognize how vital sands of people in the Admission to the sale een program, "A Gath The hours are sched Foundation's Board of ly important it is to have communities it serves is $1. A concession stand ering of Souls Seance," uled to provide constit Governors in the year capable and committed over the years." will be open throughout at the farmhouse 6-8:30 uents the opportunity to -' leading up to School-. leadership on the board , An employee of Com- the sale and there also p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 30. The discuss important issues craft's 50th anniversary of trustees." erica Bank for the past will be a bake sale. All program offers an great and express concerns in a celebration. After attending Jack 13 years, Adams works , profits from this sale will opportunity to have her comfortable setting with Adams believes his son Community Col at the Comerica Livo go to the GCHS PTSA. autograph her new book. Webb. , ' " . accomplishments and lege, Adams received nia Operations Center For more information • Visit www.tangledwish1 For residents who are experience in high- ' . his bachelor's degree adjacent to the School or to reserve a table, call es.com for more infor unable to attend day er education, economic . from The University of craft campus. "I am for (734) 367-0898. Email mation on Robinett's pro time office hours, Webb development and bank Michigan in 1989, fol-' tunate to work for a com Sheryll at GCmom2mom- gram and to purchase will host evening hours ing set him apart from lowed by a master of pany that promotes and [email protected] for a tickets. by appointment only. Call other candidates on public administration encourages employees to table agreement. No ven-' Her book costs $19.99 (313) 224-0930 to reserve the ballot. His academ-, degree from the Univer- serve their local commu-. dors, please. ' during regular store . an evening hour meeting. ic training began at the 'sity of Toledo. In 1992, nities. Working so close to the Schoolcraft cam Garden City High hours, from noon to 3 p.m. community college lev while at Toledo, he was ; School is at 6500 Middle- " Wednesdays and Satur Pet-a-Pet el, and Adams is proud of awarded a scholarship pus has helped me be belt Road north of Ford. days. For more informa Pet-A-Pet, Inc. is look how institutions such as to study at Beijing Uni a more effective trust tion, contact the Straight ing for enthusiastic, Schoolcraft help improve versity. Four years lat ee by staying in great Project Farmhouse at (734) 838- friendly pets and their the lives of so many peo er, Adams earned a Ph.D. er touch with the oppor Graduation 0650 or go online to www. owners to visit facili ple, of fering them the from the College of Busi tunities and challenges ' sfhonline.org. ties one hour a month at opportunity to learn ness and Public Admin facing the college and I Garden City High the Garden City Hospital skills that are in demand istration at The Univer look forward to continu School's Project Gradua District hours Rehab. Pets must be up in the workplace. sity of Louisville, author ing my service to School tion 2013 will hold a bowl Wayne County Commis to date with vaccinations, "When I was appoint ing a dissertation on fac craft College and to our ing fundraiser Saturday, sioner Diane Webb, D- proof required. Visits are ed to the board of trust tors that influence busi community." Oct»6, at Vision Lanes, District 9, has announced at 3:30 p.m. the second ees at Schoolcraft, my/ ness location decisions. For additional informa 38250 Ford Road, West- her office hours begin and fourth Thursday of experience in higher His academic training ' tion, visit www.Adams- land. ning this September the month. education, state govern paid dividends when he ForSchoolcraftTrustee. Check-in time is 8 p.m., in the communities of Call Mickie Hickey at ment and the private sec received recognition com or e-mail him direct bowling starts at 8:30 Garden City, Dearborn (734) 522-0036 for more tor was viewed favor from former Michigan ,-. ly at dhadams@wowway. p.m. The cost is $20 per Heights and Redford information or to sign up. ably by fellow trustees," Gov. John Engler in 1998 com. person and includes three games, shoes, pizza and pop. There also will be 50/50 drawings and bas ket raffles. 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Babian Vinus Chiba- lu» 1, remind her that Orange bracelets help keep the focus on the mission. they could become sta tistics among more than ing with World Vision, a co-captain Tony Hobart 3.5 million people world Christian relief organiza had last year with a World wide who die every year ' tion. Vision representative because they drink dirty . The team had raised while in Zambia. water and lack access to $457,251 as of Friday Often training as early proper sanitation. afternoon. To donate to as 5 a.m. in places such as "I didn't get to choose the team or a specific ' Hines Park, NorthRidge where I was born, and nei team member, go to this • teammates have inspir ther did these families," link: teamworldvision.org/ ing stories for why they BILL BRESLER | STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER Miller said. "I don't have goto/ridgerunners. started training in Janu-. Sarah Miller runs for Kalosy Matongo and Babian Vinus Chibalu, children she sponsors. to worry about dirty water ary for the Chicago Mar killing my children." Long talk athon., ' . my own children are so . year anniversary of Per- 500 miles and shed 80 Miller is among 350 peo In all, 225 teammates Gabriela Tyler, a Livo blessed." ry'sdeath. . pounds from his former , ple who joined a Plym are expected to make the nia mother of three, wept Another Livonia resi . Canton resident Bryan 290-pound body during outh-based NorthRidge marathon. Others have while saying she is run dent, John Rankin, is run Amann said many Ridge months of training. Church team, Ridge Run raised money even though ning partly to honor her ning to honor his late Runners "had never run "I needed to have a ners, to raise $500,000 to issues such as training late father, Arnulfo Rodri brother-in-law, Bobby for the refrigerator, much goal," he said, "and the bring clean-water ame injuries forced them to guez, who died last year. Perry, who was a mar less in a marathon." idea of running to raise nities such as wells and stop running. : "I'm doing this for him athon runner before he Livonia resident Jim money (for Zambia) was pipelines to two Zambi- The effort by North and for myself as a per was stricken by ALS, or Ledingham hadn't got what I needed." an villages, Moyo and Ridge arose from a con son," Tyler said. "And Lou Gehrig's disease. 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Kybko Foley, a 17-year- old Belleville High School senior, is eager to run the Chicago Marathon with her mother, Miya- LWMWm ko Foley. It pains them to know many African chil BILL BRESLER | STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER dren don't attend school The NorthRidge Church Ridge Runners team includes, among others, Bryan Amann, Helen because they are walk Chase, Miyako Foley, Kyoko Foley, Veronica Fox, Tim Furlong, Jessica Furlong, Bev Ham LIGHTNING SPEEDWAY® ing miles every day just ilton, Jack Hamilton, Debbie Heck, Jodi Heileman, Martin Johnson, Jim Ledingham, Kath- ' 32104 PLYMOUTH ROAD to carry dirty water home leen Marken, Scott Masterbrook, Sarah Miller, Steve Minich, Beth Minich (not pictured), from a polluted pond or Gail Neal, John Rankin, Gabriela Tyler, and Ron Wells. PHONE (734) 462-1700 lake. SPECTACULAR! "Our perspective has South Lyon resident Kath ly Hamilton, 64, and hus deterred from the mar BIRTHDAY PARTIES changed so much," Kyoko leen Marken, running the band Jack, 65, might be athon. Northville resi Foley said. marathon with daughter among the older Ridge dent Theresa Boss said FREE PINEWOOD J*- The marathon marks Paige, 19, said the effort Runners, but they've run she is participating in the the latest effort by North- is a logical way to broad numerous marathons marathon because she is DERBY A^fiy* ' Ridge to help World en the help NorthRidge' before so they're ready. helping others through RACING Wfy Vision. Church members already provides by spon "Hands down this is the her faith. also sponsor nearly 3,500 soring children through most meaningful mara "I'm running for DISNEY "CARS" children by donating $35 World Vision. '•-' thon because we're not Christ," she said. PARTIES, CARS per child every month "Some people spon doing it for ourselves," As Canton resident TOYS, GIFTS -over$100,000every • sor more than one child," Beverly Hamilton said. Debbie Heck trained, she month or about $1.2 mil Marken said. NorthRidge members decided one day to imag HOBBY PAINT8 lion a year, Amann said. Jodi Heileman, a West- such as Veronica Fox of ine herself in Zambia. BRUSHES. TOOLS NorthRidge also has land mother of two, said Canton is among those She walked a mile with a AND SUPPLIES she had never considered who say they felt guided supported charity proj water bottle, filled it with SLOT RACING ects closer to home in , herself athletic, though by God to help Zambia. water from a local pond CARS, SETS Detroit and in places such she has been training for "I've run almost and returned home. She TUNE UP PARTS as the Hurricane Katrina- the marathon. 500 miles since Janu imagined having to rely 4 PRO TRACKS TO RACE ON ravaged Gulf Coast. 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He still remem sound of an engine rev their favorite automo bers the exact date he ving up in the lane next bile. was finally able to buy to her. The "Corvette Open the car of his dreams Evident that they want House," an early celebra after seeing it in maga to race — "it's usually tion of the car's upcom zine advertisements. the Ford Mustangs," said ing 60th birthday in 2013, ,"It was Nov. 6. Some Mase, a Livonia resident, featured Corvette test- days you just don't for admitting with a smile drive opportunities, food get," he said. that it is sometimes very and refreshments, an His njost recent Cor enticjng to take them up appearance by Corvette vette is just as special, he on the offer. race car driver Danny said. It was a retirement Instead, she said, she Kellermeyer of Orton- present "to himself," resists the temptation to STEPHEN CANTRELL | STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ville-based D.J. Enter after working as a pilot show off the car's "unde Race car driver Danny Kellermeyer with one of his coveted Corvettes. prise, as well as a spe for GM for 35 years, Jac niable power" and simply cial question and answer quie Rundell said. drives off in her favorite It is all part of the spe Mase, who with her hus the brand. session with Art Spong, "We had the opportu ' vehicle, a 35th anniver cial magic of the Cor band has owned three "There is really noth GM's Corvette brand nity to fly down to the sary gift she shares with vette, General Motor's Corvettes over the years ing like a Corvette — manager. plant in Bowling Green, husband Robert. iconic sports car, said and is clearly partial to nothing compares to it," Corvette fans from Bir-, Ohio, to see the car mingham, Farmington when it was finished. We Hills and Southfield were walked in and there was among those mingling, our car, bathed in spot bringing together what lights. It really was quite Mase called a "special an experience," Howard group." , Rundell said. "I really like the cama Molly Williams, gen raderie. We have a spe eral manager of George cial interest that we . Matick Chevrolet, was share — Corvettes — pleased with the eve but everyone is just so ning's turnout. ...-. friendly and nice," she "We were thrilled to said. offer customers and Cor Kellermeyer, who vette lovers a special owns 14 Corvettes him day," she said. self, agreed that the car Ranked second highest enthusiasts make a great in Michigan for the num community. ber of Corvettes sold, "It's the people — they Matick Chevrolet is also are like a family. I real an exclusive dealer for ly enjoy meeting them," supercharged, powerful he said. ly engineered Callaway The open house attend- Corvettes. > ees had multiple opportu ' Matick recently nities to rev up and take announced a year-long a spin in a coupe, a con Corvette racing part vertible or a Callaway nership with D.J. 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The Center filed the first law suit seeking to permanently block the implementation of the Obama Administration's recent HHS Mandate, requiring all employers and individuals to obtain insurance coverage for abortions, sterilization, and \ • Walking Paths &• Livonia, Ml ® contraceptive services, regardless of religious convictions. Come, ask questions, learn what the issues are and how they may impact YOU! I • Emergency Call ALL ARE WELCOME! •(.' System MarycrestHeights.org St. Michael the Archangel School 11441 Hubbard Rd.,south of Plymouth Rd. AT-OE08787381 734-261-1455,eXt.200 www.livoniastmichafl.nrf online at hometownlife.com MM, Observer & Eccentric | Sunday, September 30, 2012 (WGc) A9 Madonna University celebrates 75, years with community, Brianna Bonenfant, 3, of Livonia enjoys her time in the bounce house. The first college in where there were cakes, Livonia, Madonna tattoos, food, games and University celebrat- prizes for all who joined ed its 75th anniversary in the celebration. Sept. 22 with a birthday Overall, about 400 peo- party for the entire com- pie visited campus, took munity. tours of the new labs, par- A Livonia fire truck . ticipated in demonstra- hoisted the birthday ban- tions by the students and ner high in the sky mark- staff, or just enjoyed the ing the party's location, festivities. The president of Madonna University, Sister Rose Marie Kujawa, along with University vice presidents and board mem bers, serve cake from Awrey Bakeries. Madonna University student Shannon Dusute of Grosse He Lauren Carter; 9, of West Bloomf ield, left, her sister Brooke, 11, and Sidney Smerecki, 4, of Sylvan Lake, check signs Madonna University's birthday card. out two Madagascar hissing cockroaches at the science labs. \ . 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Huron Valley Ambulance For more Information, visit sfmarymercy.org/grandopenlng or call 734-665-1590. DISCOVER »• REMARKABLE A1Q (WGc) Observer & Eccentric | Sunday, September 30, 2012 LOCAL NEWS online at hometownlife.com Driver charged in Canton double fatality . By Darrell Clem far from the restaurant. probation to one year in District Judge James ger side by a white Mon happened shortly after 2 Observer Staff Writer Rufus Thomas Brandon jail if he is found, guilty of Plakas. A not-guilty te Carlo heading east on a.m. Tuesday, July 24. II, 24, was arraigned Fri the misdemeanor charg plea was entered for the Michigan Avenue, Canton Kennedy and Beavers A Whitaker man has day in 35th District Court es. Canton Police Depart defendant, who is expect Special Services Sgt. Pat grew up in Belleville been charged in the on two counts of a moving ment Detective Tim ed back in court Oct. 22 Sullivan has said. and attended Van Buren death of two of his teen violation causing a death, Wright said alcohol and - for a pretrial hearing. Authorities have said Schools. After their age friends, Canton following allegations he drugs have been ruled out Brandon worked with the Monte Carlo driver, a deaths, Van Buren Super Ruby Tuesday co-work caused the deaths of his as factors in the crash. Kennedy, 18, and Bea 21-year-old Westland man intendent Michael Van k ers Brooke Kennedy and two passengers when he "He was tested and vers, 19, graduates of apparently on his way Tassel issued a statement ' Danielle Beavers, who failed to stop for a flash there was nothing," Belleville High School. home from work, isn't calling them "wonderful died July 24 in a two-car ing red light while driving Wright said. He was driving a yellow facing charges in the dou young ladies." crash in the intersection south on Canton Center. Brandon was released Chevrolet Cavalier south ble fatality. He had the • of Michigan Avenue and Brandon could face ' with a $50,000 personal on Canton Center when it right-of-way at the time dclemehometownlife.com Canton Center Road, not penalties ranging from bond set Friday by 35th was struck on the passen of the accident, which (313)222-2238 Zonta Club of Northwest Wayne County offers scholarships for women The Zonta Club of educational goals. are currently enrolled Classes must be taken at of Northville. 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If so'meone suffers ert Blackwell tional felony charg "serious impairment of Livonia es if they make false of a body function" as (standing, calls to Michigan emer a result of the false far right). gency jresponse cen:, report, it is a 10-year The residents ters under legislation felony for the person appear in approved this afternoon making the false report. the Gift of by the Michigan House • Additionally, if some Life video, and on its way to gov: one is killed as a result Waiting to ernor for his signature, of the response generat Live-Wayne announced state Rep. ed by the false report of County. KurtHeise. a crime or emergency, ' House Bill 5431, intro-' it is a 15-year felony for duced by Heise, R- the person generating Plymouth, creates a ' the false claim. graduated system of " "These are real conse: charges for the crime quences for people who New organ donation campaign aims based on whether any use our 911 emergency one was harmed dur systems to create chaos ing the course of the and put others in dan 'fake emergency calls. ger," Heise said. "This to help save lives in Wayne County Swatting usually entails legislation should help using the Internet to prevent this type of v Gift of Life Michigan, organ, tissue and eye confidential database of the donor registry by the make false emergency crime and enable those the— state'_*._.*-_»s_ orga' n andJ Atis• _ donorsJ___ __ . peopl_-.-..1 e_ ___!_who_ __l__awanut xto_ giv-_i e end of the year. '•< phone calls to 911 cen individuals who commit sue recovery organi-' That compares with . the gift of life. - Signing the back of ters, in the hopes of get it to be prosecuted." zation, is trying to help more than 37 percent of The first public ser your driver's license ting a SWAT team "or The Troy, Mich. Michigan's largest coun adults statewide (2.85 vice spots will air Mon is no longer the way similar first responders Police Department last ty close the gap between million) and about 43 day on Comcast in Wayne to become a donor in to show up at an inno year rushed to a home its great need for more percent nationally regis County and will contin Michigan. Instead, you cent person's address. with every available organ transplants and tered as donors. ue through November. must join the Michi- ,' "This sick hoax jeop unit after receiving an the relatively low per "We are driven to help Channels featuring the gan Organ Donor Reg- . ardizes lives and costs emergency call about centage of its residents every patient waiting in ads include BET, ESPN, istry to receive a red thousands of dollars . armed gunmen, but it signed up to be organ, Michigan have the best TBSandVHl. heart emblem for the in taxpayer resourc turned out to be swat tissue and eye donors. shot possible for a sec Wayne County and front of your license. es," Heise said. "Our ting. Oakland County The Ann Arbor-based ond chance at life," said the city of Detroit have To do so, go to www. first responders believe Sheriff Mike Bouchard nonprofit and its part Richard Pietroski, CEO pledged to host the donor giftoflifemichigan.org, they are entering an has worked very closely ners launched a video of Gift of Life Mich registry ljnk on their call 800.482.4881 or vis extremely threatening with Heise to help put campaign Thursday fea igan. "Our collabora websites and to reach it any Secretary of State situation. Swatting is a the legislation together turing five Wayne Coun tion with Wayne Coun out to their thousands branch office. very dangerous crime." and guide through pas ty residents - all wait ty and the city of Detroit. of employees to encour Gift of Life Michigan' Under the legislation, sage. ing for life-saving organ to increase donation age them and their fami works with hospitals if anyone is injured in HB 5431, aiong with transplants. The videos awareness and registra lies to join. They and Gift statewide as the inter the course of respond HBs 5432-33, now goes include Robert Blackwell tions will lend more hope- of Life have set a goal mediary between donors ing to a fake call, the to the governor for his of Livonia, who's await to those who desperate of adding 25,000 new and their families, physi caller could be charged signature. ing a lung transplant ly need transplants in ' Wayne County names to cians and hospital staff.'' at Henry Ford Hospi Wayne County, the state tal. and a 10-year-old girl of Michigan and through from Inkster who needs out our nation." a new heart to survive. Wayne County and • Candles, Flameless The spots were filmed at the city of Detroit have Mirrors Detroit-area landmarks WALL 1 TABLE i LED Candles, pledged to help motivate Fragrance Warmers and will run through residents to recognize Lamps, Home Accents November on Comcast in Categories Listed & Diffusers the need and sign up. The Nite Lights DOES NOT INCLUDE SEASONAL ITEMS mem S*99 & UP the Wayne County mar campaign, was unveiled .. & Lamp Shades DOES NOT INCLUDE TEALEHT5, ket. VOTIVES, VALUE PACKS, at CHASS, Communi Ceramic Sale • FRAGRANCE WAX & OILS . The project, called ty Health and Social Ser FEATURING TABLE TOP, PLATES, SERVING DISHES. »Clocks vices, a rionprofithealt h WALL STABLE , ' . Waiting to Live - Wayne PITCHERS, CUPS. 50 OFF center in southwest SALT I PEPPER & OTHER County, is important: CERAMIC DECOR ' Polyresin & About one-third of the Detroit. • Framed Art, Canvas Art Knobs, Drawer Pulls & Handles Pottery Sale -> more than 3,000 Michi Secretary of State Ruth FEATURING FINIALS, ALWAYS 50% OFF THE MARKED PRICE & Adhesive Vinyl Wall Art CANDLEHOLDERS, ' gan residents waiting for Johnson attended the BOXES & BOWLS Pillows, Rugs & Throws • Birdhouses & Wind Chimes INCLUDES FLORAL PLANTERS, organ transplants today event to pledge her sup VASES * OTHER POLYRESIN are Wayne County resi port and ask residents Decorative Balls * POTTERY DECOR dents. Yet just 25 percent to consider adding their • Men's Resin & Ceramic Decor (371,000) of the cbun-" names to the Michigan FALL, HALLOWEEN & CHRISTMAS ITEMS ARE NOT INCLUDED IN SALE UNLESS SPECIFIED ty's adults are registered Organ Donor Registry, a All Fall Party & Home Decor, All Christmas Party Christmas Trees Floral & Crafts a Home Decor 40%0FF 40%0FF *DO£S NOT nVOUW Mli fAUKS. •tKXSN0TINCWOEfMNQNEEDt£MZ Proud To Offer Over 30,000 Quality Toys & Dolls s WILTON rTEMI I fWML CUSTOM DESIGNS WILTON ITEMS. CV» Hiring Day benefits they are entitled 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, at call the parish at (734) 500 S. Merriman, south teer orientation will take The Wayne-Westland to and how to apply for • P.D. Graham Elementa 421-6130 or download an of Cherry hill every Mon place at the Compassion Salvation Army Corps 'them. Also covered will ry at 1255 S. John Hix, application at www.stda- day from noon to 5 p.m. ate Care office at 5730 will be holding a bell be financial planning, Thursday, Oct. 18, at Edi mian.com. for the Monday Madness N. Lilley Road, Suite A, ringer hiring day Fri national cemetery bene son Elementary at 34505. • St. Theodore Church Lunch and Golf Special. Canton. Contact Justine day, Oct. 12. Applica fits and pre-planned buri Hunter and Wednesday, will hold its fall craft For $20, or $15 for Galat, volunteer coordi- ; tions will be accepted at als and VA Hospitals and Nov. 14, at Cooper Upper show 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sat seniors, patrons will nator, to apply for a brief the corps headquarters, how to register for ben Elementary at 28550 Ann, urday, Oct. 13. enjoy nine holes of golf, interview at jgalat@cch- 2300 Venoy in Westland efits. Arbor Trail. The show will feature electric cart, hot dog, net.net or call (888) 983- between 1-3 p.m. For more information unique and handmade medium soda and a bag 9050. No musical ability is about the seminar, call Harvest Dinner crafts, homemade baked of chips. required for applicants (734)335-7943. The First United Meth /goods and a variety of For more information, Free workshop wanting to work as bell odist Church of Wayne filled baskets raffle. call (734) 721-6660 or vis Westland residents at ringers collecting dona Westland Stars will hold its annual Har Refreshments available, it the city's website at , risk of losing their homes tions through the Salva The Westland Stars are vest Dinner 4:30-7 p.'m. ' and there will be free wwwicityofwestland.com. can attend a free Loan tion Army's annual Red back and they have found Friday, Oct. 19, at the parking and admission. Modification and Short Kettle Christmas Cam a home, church, 3 Towne Square, St. Theodore is at 8200 Volunteers Sale Workshop held 6- paign. Two forms of iden Girls ages 10-14 or in across from the Wayne N. Wayne Road, West- needed 7 p.m. the fourth Tues tifications must be pre the fifth-eighth grades Post Office in Wayne. land. - day of the month at the sented when an applica can learn to learn to The cost is $9 for Compassionate Care Dorsey Community Cen tion is being filled out. dance and cheer at the adults and $5 for chil Toastmasters Hospice seeks caring, ter, 32715 Dorsey, east of The most commonly Wayne-Westland Commu dren ages 4-12 for a . The Westland Easytalk- compassionate volun Venoy. I ones used are a driver's nity Education Tinkham complete turkey din ers Toastmasters Club is teers to help with office Annette Compo of WJR license and Social Securi Center, 450 S. Venoy, ner, including beverage now meeting at the West- tasks or to serve as Real Estate 411 and Linda ty card. Westland. Practices will and desert. Pop will be land Friendship Center, friendly visitors for its Miller, an MSHDA-cer- The position begins be 6:30-8:30 p.m. Mon sold for an additional of 1119 N. Newburgh, south patients. Their service tified foreclosure coun Nov. 9 and runs Monday days, beginning Oct. 1. 50 cents. Carry-outs will of Ford Road, Westland. area includes the coun selor with National Faith through Saturday until Information will be avail be available. There also Toastmasters is a world ties of Oakland, Monroe, Homebuyers, will be on ~ Dec. 24. Paid bell ringers able at the first practice will be crafts, Rada cut leader dedicated to help Wayne, Washtenaw and hand to meet with resi receive $7.40 per hour for parents about such lery, silent auction for ing people develop their Livingston. Volunteers dents one-on-one to do an and can work up to 40 things as the team, clin- . quilt and bake sale and public speaking and lead set their own schedules overview of the foreclo hours a week. For more ics and membership. more. ership skills, in a mutu and typically donate one- sure process and pres information, call the Join the Stars and learn The church is handi ally helpful and friendly two hours of their time ent them with various ' corps at (734) 722-3660. to cheer and stunt as well cap accessible. For more atmosphere. per week. options for their situa as jazz, pom, lyrical, hip- information, call (734) Westland Easytalkers Compassionate Care tion. ' Veterans seminar hop, novelty/prop dance. 721-4801. meets 7-8:30 p.m. every Hospice is a communi The city of Westland is . The Westland Veterans Thursday. For informa ty-based hospice organi working with developers Association will sponsor Town hall Craft shows tion please call Doug at zation committed to the to assist residents that a Veterans Benefits Sem meetings St. Damian will hold (248) 417-0195 or Curt highest quality of hospice lose their home to fore inar at 10:30 a.m. Satur its annual Fall Arts and at (734) 525-8445 or care for patients, their closure to try to remain day, Oct. 6, at the William Mayor William Wild Craft Show 9 a.m. to 3 go online to westland- families and other loved in the same neighbor P. Faust Public Library, will continue his sched p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6, easytalkers.toastmaster- ones. Volunteers receive hood. 6123 Central City Park-. uled series of town hall at the parish, 30055 Joy sclubs.org/. training and on-going To register for the way, north of Ford Road. meetings to discuss with Road, Westland. Table ' coaching, and social workshop, call (313) 378- Veterans and their the public the City Hall space is $25 to $40, Monday Madness opportunities are avail 5418 or send an e-mail spouses are encouraged project. depending on size. Visit the Westland able as well. , to lindamiller@national- to attend to learn about The meetings will be 6- For more information, Municipal Golf Course at The next new volun faith.org. CITY OF GARDEN CITY Should this proposal be approved? ' Yes No . CLOSE OF REGISTRATION NOTICE PROPOSAL 12-5 GENERAL ELECTION, TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2012 A PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE STATE CONSTITUTION TO LIMIT THE ENACTMENT OF NEW TAXES BY STATE GOVERNMENT Notice is hereby given that the last day of registration for the General Election is October 9,2012. This proposal would: Require a 2/3 majority vote of the State House and the State Senate, or a statewide vote of the. Candidates of the Democratic and Republican parties and non-partisan candidates for the people at a November election, in order for the State of Michigan to impose new or additional following offices are to be voted on: taxes on taxpayers or expand the base of taxation or increasing the rate of taxation., This section shall in no way be construed to limit or modify tax limitations otherwise created President and Vice President of the United State? of America in this Constitution. ... ,.-. United States Senator. Should this proposal be approved? > , Yes No Representative in Congress 13th District ., PROPOSAL 12-6 . • Representative in Congress 11th District Partial Term Ending 01/02/2013 State Representative - A PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE STATE CONSTITUTION State Board of Education, Vote 2 " ., REGARDING CONSTRUCTION OF University of Michigan Regent, Vote 2 i INTERNATIONAL BRIDGES AND TUNNELS Michigan State University Trustee, Vote 2 This proposal would: ' Wayne State University Governor, Vote 2 • Require the approval of a majority of voters at a statewide election and in each Prosecuting Attorney municipality where "new international bridges or tunnels for motor vehicles" are to be , Sheriff located before the State of Michigan may expend state funds or resources for acquiring land, / County Clerk • designing, soliciting bids for, constructing, financing, or promoting new international bridges ._: ._._. _„_.,.; ... County Treasurer • or tunnels. ' ' -..'.' '' .— "•'.'• - Register of Deeds . < _•• „ \ • Create a definition of "new international bridges or tunnels for motor vehicles", that ? .:.'_,•• ,.'.,_.,. County Commissioner means, "any bridge or tunnel which is not open to the public and serving traffic as of January '."'".. Supreme Court Justice, Vote 2 1,2012." - Supreme Court Justice Incumbent Position Vote 1 • Should this proposal be approved? Yes No Judgeof Court of Appeals 1st District Incumbent Position, Vote 2 Judge of Circuit Court 3rd Circuit Incumbent Position, Vote 16 « Judge of Circuit Court 3rd Circuit Non-Incumbent Position, Vote 3 INDEPENDENT EXTERNAL AUDITOR Judge of Circuit Court 3rd Circuit Incumbent Position Partial Term, Vote 2 Judge of Probate Court Incumbent Position, Vote 3 • "SHALL SECTION 3.119(E) OF THE WAYNE COUNTY HOME RULE CHARTER . Y .. • Judge of Probate Court Incumbent Position Partial Term, Vote 1 . BE AMENDED TO REMOVE THE RESTRICTION THAT PROHIBITS AN ;•"'•• Schoolcraft College Board of Trustees Member, Vote 2 INDEPENDENT EXTERNAL AUDITOR FROM PROVIDING AUDIT SERVICES Schoolcraft College Board of Trustees Member, Partial Term, Vote 1 TO THE COUNTY FOR MORE THAN EIGHT (8) CONSECUTIVE YEARS; AND FURTHER TO REQUIRE INDEPENDENT EXTERNAL AUDITORS BE SELECTED The following proposals will also be voted on: , \ BASED ON A COMPETITIVE PROCESS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE COUNTY'S PROCUREMENT ORDINANCE?" • • Yes No PROPOSAL 12-1 FORM OF THE WAYNE COUNTY BUDGET APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE A REFERENDUM ON PUBLIC ACT 4 OF 2011 THE EMERGENCY MANAGER LAW i "SHALL THE WAYNE COUNTY HOME RULE CHARTER BE AMENDED TO ADD A ; NEW SECTION 5.120 AND TO AMEND EXISTING SECTION 5.134 TO AUTHORIZE Public Act 4 of 2011 would: . THE WAYNE COUNTY COMMISSION RATHER THAN THE WAYNE COUNTY • Establish criteria to assess the financial condition of local government units, including EXECUTIVE TO ESTABLISH THE FORM (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO school districts. LUMP-SUM AND LINE-ITEM) OF THE COUNTY BUDGET AND APPROPRIATION • Authorize Governor to appoint an emergency manager (EM) upon state finding of a ORDINANCE; AND TO REQUHtE THE COUNTY COMMISSION TO ESTABLISH financial emergency, and allow the EM to act in place of local government officials. THE FORM OF THE BUDGET AND APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE BYDECEMBER • Require EM to develop financial and operating plans, which may include modification or 7, 2012 AND TO ADOPT CHANGES TO THE FORM AT LEAST TEN MONTHS termination of contracts, reorganization of government, and determination of expenditures, ' BEFORE THE BEGINNING OF A FISCAL YEAR TO BE EFFECTIVE FOR THAT services, and use of assets until the emergency is resolved. ,. . FISCAL YEAR; AND TO ALSO AMEND SECTION 5.121 TO REQUIRE THE COUNTY • Alternatively, authorize state-appointed review team to enter into a local government EXECUTIVE TO PREPARE AND SUBMIT THE BUDGET AND APPROPRIATION approved consent decree. ORDINANCE IN THE FORM ESTABLISHED BY THE COUNTY COMMISSION?" Should this law be approved? . Yes No ' YesNo '"'••'.;.•'•••••.•"•' PROPOSAL12-2 A PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE STATE CONSTITUTION REMOVAL OF THE WAYNE COUNTY EXECUTIVE FROM OFFICE REGARDING COLLECTIVE BARGAINING . BYTHE GOVERNOR This proposal would: ',•'.-'..• • Grant public and private employees the constitutional right to organize and bargain "SHALL THE WAYNE COUNTY HOME RULE CHARTER BE AMENDED TO ADD collectively through labor unions. SECTION 4.124 TO AUTHORIZE THE GOVERNOR TO REMOVE THE WAYNE • Invalidate existing or future state or local laws that limit the ability to join unions and COUNTY EXECUTIVE FROM OFFICE FOR THE SAME REASONS AND WITH THE bargain collectively, and to negotiate and enforce collective bargaining agreements, including SAME DUE PROCESS AS PROVIDED BY LAW FOR THE SHERD7F, PROSECUTING employees' financial support of their labor unions. Laws may be enacted to prohibit public ATTORNEY, COUNTY CLERK, REGISTER OF DEEDS, AND COUNTY TREASURER?" employees from striking. YesNo • Override state laws that regulate hours and conditions of employment to the extent that those laws conflict with collective bargaining agreements. THE WAYNE COUNTY COMMISSION'S POWER TO APPROVE COMPENSATION • Define "employer" as a person or entity employing one or more employees. Should this proposal be approved? Yes No "SHALL SECTION 3.115 OF THE WAYNE COUNTY HOME RULE CHARTER, WHICH PROPOSAL 12-3 SETS FORTH THE POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE WAYNE COUNTY COMMISSION, BE AMENDED TO INCLUDE THE POWER AND DUTY TO APPROVE ALL A PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE STATE CONSTITUTION COMPENSATION OF EVERY EMPLOYMENT POSITION IN THE COUNTY, UNLESS TO ESTABLISH A STANDARD FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY THE COMPENSATION IS ESTABLISHED BY STATE OR FEDERAL LAW?" Yes no .•...-; I .•.-.' This proposal would: , . • 'Require electric utilities to provide at least 25% of their annual retail sales of electricity MEMBERSHIP ON THE WAYNE COUNTY RETIREMENT COMMISSION from renewable energy sources, which are wind, solar, biomass, and hydropower, by 2025. • Limit to not more than 1% per year electric utility rate increases charged to consumers , "SHALL SECTION 6.112 OF THE WAYNE COUNTY HOME RULE CHARTER BE only to achieve compliance with the renewable energy standard. AMENDED TO EXPAND THE WAYNE COUNTY RETIREMENT COMMISSION'S • Allow annual extensions of the deadline to meet the 25% standard in order to prevent MEMBERSHIP FROM 8 TO 9, ADDING AS A MEMBER THE WAYNE COUNTY rate increases over the 1% limit. TREASURER OR HIS OR HER DESIGNEE; AND ALSO TO AUTHORIZE THE • Require the legislature to enact additional laws to encourage the use of Michigan made CHAIRPERSON OF THE WAYNE COUNTY COMMISSION, WHO IS ALSO A MEMBER equipment and employment of Michigan residents. OF THE WAYNE COUNTY RETIREMENT COMMISSION, TO APPOINT A PERSON TO Should this proposal be approved? ' ' • Yes No SERVE AS HIS OR HER DESIGNEE ON THE RETIREMENT COMMISSION; AND TO FURTHER ALLOW EMPLOYEES AND RETHtEES OF THE WAYNE COUNTY AIRPORT . PROPOSAL 12-4 AUTHORITY TO VOTE FOR AND SERVE AS MEMBERS OF THE WAYNE COUNTY A PROPOSAL TO AMEND THE STATE CONSTITUTION RETIREMENT COMMISSION (WITH NO MORE THAN ONE MEMBER BEING TO ESTABLISH THE MICHIGAN QUALITY HOME CARE COUNCIL AN ADtPORT EMPLOYEE OR RETIREE) UNTIL SUCH TIME AS THE AIRPORT AUTHORITY ESTABLISHES ITS OWN RETIREMENT SYSTEM OR PENSION PLAN?" AND PROVIDE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING .:• 'YesNo FOR IN-HOME CARE WORKERS This proposal would: ,•'•'.•'. • Allow in-home care workers to bargain collectively with the Michigan Quality Home Care The office of the City Clerk, located in the Civic Center, 6000 Middlebelt Road, Garden City, Council (MQHCC). Continue the current exclusive representative of in-home care workers Michigan, will be open for the registration.of all qualified electors, not already registered, until modified in accordance with labor laws. ' Monday through Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. • Require MQHCC to provide training for in-home care workers, create a registry of workers who pass background checks, and provide financial services to patients to manage • the cost of in-home care. Allyson M. Bettis, City Clerk • Preserve patients' rights to hire in-home care workers who are not referred from the Garden City, Wayne County, Michigan MQHCC registry who are bargaining unit members. • Authorize the MQHCC to set minimum compensation standards and terms and conditions of employment. Publish: September 30,2012 AT OE0678a320 6X13.fi online at hometownlife.com LOGABNEWS Observer & Eccentric | Sunday, September 30, 2012 (WGc) A13 Inheritance presents challenges, but also opportunities By Rick Bloom ularly your charge card ity, my advice is walk annuities. The reason in a few years isn't the I've always stressed to Guest Columnist debt. Most Americans are away. The majority of ing is when the money is real issue. 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Aning and once again Senior Health Series: 3 the small screen has taken p.m. Oct. 9 inspiration from the writ- ] Join the good folks it wi they uncover next? ten word. from Garden City Hospi v'4Sl One of the appeals of tal for a new, monthly talk adapting books is that designed specifically for wm a main character has seniors in our community. already been established Job Seekers Lab: 11 a.m. ...Or^ and different situations to 1 p.m. Tuesdays and 1-4 and characters can be p.m. Fridays. added during a television Have a question regard run. A symbiotic relation a.m. Oct. 5 ing formatting your ship also exists between Get help practicing resume, setting up an e- the two: if you're a fan of your English skills in a mail account, attaching the book, you'll probably class room setting with your resume to an online watch the show and vice a conversation emphasis application, searching for versa, if you like the show taught by Diane and Rich a job, or any other job- then you might want to ard Goers. Classes run related activity? Stop by read the books. through Nov. 9. Students the library, where com PBS has a long histo with children are wel puters are set up specif-. ry with using novels for come! ically for job seekers. A its programming. Cur Veterans Benefits Semi- librarian will be available rent shows that are airing nan 10:30 a.m. Oct. 6,, to help. Drop in. No reser on the Masterpiece/Mys This event will help vet vation needed. tery series include Wal- erans and their spouses Chess Group: 7-8:45 p.m. lander (H. 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WVA at (734) 335-7943. tact the library to find out This fall, there's a new Uncovering the Hidden more. The library offers take on the classic literary Job Market: 4 p.m. Oct. 9 One-on-one computer sleuth, Sherlock Holm Join Mike Nosal of Ref classes. Call (734) 326- es, with the show Elemen erence USA as he discuss 6123. tary. Arrow gets its back es how to find jobs and ground from the DC Com connections you may have Information Central was ics series. Beauty and the overlooked using more compiled by the staff of the Beast has connections to conventional internet; William P. Faust Public Library. MONDAYS •$*$!*'• the classic fairy tale. methods. Note: This pro The library is at 6123 Central <^SV «">&.-'V'.-* Game of Thrones, based gram will follow the Job ' City Parkway, Westland. For 8/7c FOX * on George R.R. 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A preliminary exam for dent, faces qualify the five-term con On July 6, McCotter, days in jail. 11. a suspect in the petition two charg gressman for the 2012 who was not charged in Paul Seewald of Livo On Sept. 18, Lorianne scandal involving former es: one count Michigan ballot. Schuette Schuette's petition fraud nia faces 10 charges: one O'Brady of Livonia, who Congressman Thaddeus of conspir revealed examples of investigation, resigned count of conspiracy to worked as a scheduler McCotter was adjourned Turnbull acy to com petitions that were alleg from Congress. commit a legal act in an for the former congress Thursday until Oct. 4 mit a legal edly manufactured elec Three others also face illegal manner, a five- man, pleaded no contest in Troy's 52-4 District act in an illegal manner, a tronically by transpos charges. ! year felony; and nine in 16th District Court Court. five-year felony; and one ing signatures collect Don Yowchuang of counts of falsely signing before Judge Kathleen The attorney for Mary . count of falsely signing ed in previous election Farmington Hills fac a nominating petition as J. McCann to five counts Melissa Turnbull request a nominating petition as years onto 2012 nominat es 17 charges: 10 counts circulator, a misdemean of falsely signing a nom ed more time to review ; circulator, a misdemean ing petitions. of election law forg or punishable by up to 93 inating petition as cir information on the case, ; or punishable by up to 93 After the signatures ery, a five-year felony; days in jail. Pleas of not culator, a misdemean according to Michigan days in jail. were declared inval- one count of conspira guilty were entered for or punishable by up to Attorney General Bill \ , Schuette alleges that id'by the Secretary of cy to commit a legal act Seewald and Yowchuang 93 days in jail. Her sen Schuette's office. j four members of McCot- State's office, McCotter in an illegal manner, a at their arraignments on tencing hearing is sched .Turnbull, a former dis- [ ter's Michigan staff were said he was going to run five-year felony; and six Aug. 10. uled for Oct. 25 in front trict representative for involved in a deliber as a write-in, then decid counts of falsely signing Seewald and Yowch of McCann. 'Missing' child found sleeping on Check us out on the WebleiVery ••> •;•'• ••>• -^ •"' " \: \ • •• :,f:-^Spfh^y- ••"•: -<*-" bus; driver faces disciplinary action day M hometown I if Mflom i By Karen Smith The boy was found ; training resigned the fol Observer Staff Writer about 40 minutes later lowing day. Both had been sleeping on the bus when hired this school year.. Another Livonia Pub the driver, while retracing The driver in Wednes neatest things tveptwiBe lic Schools bus driver fac her route to see if he had day's incident, a 45-year- es disciplinary action gotten of f at the wrong old Livonia resident, had 'are <& <±£ov& ^ after she failed to notice stop, stopped and relooked been on the job for about a sleeping child on her at every single seat, Lie- a year and a half and was bus for about 40 minutes pa said. driving her regular route. Wednesday, panicking the The child was safe the Liepa said both incidents child's parents and initi entire time, but it was are inexcusable. He said ating a frantic search for "obviously a terrifying the district requires driv him. experience for them," he ers to go through 80 hours C3* The boy, a first-grader said of the parents. of intensive training, at Buchanan Elementary, On Sept. 18, another pass two tests and ride Full Assistance with was supposed to have got bus driver and a driver- with experienced drivers Bathing, Dressing & Hygiene ten off at his regular bus in-training left a 7-year- before they are allowed to stop, where his father was . old special-needs student drive a route. in a Small Home-like Setting waiting for him. When he alone on a bus parked at "In each of these cas for Active/Alert, Memory Impaired, didn't, the father told the . the bus yard for approxi es, they knew what to do; Frail/Recovering & Alzheimer's residents driver his son was miss mately one hour. they just didn't do it," he ing and the driver called The boy, who is nonver said. • Highly Competitive Inclusive Rates the transportation depart bal, was supposed to have Liepa said he believes • 24 Hour Professional Staffing ment, which instructed been taken off the special- the district has the right her to double-check the • Private/Semi-Private/Barrier-Free education bus in the morn polices and procedures CrystaC Qreef<^ bus. ing at Buchanan Elemen • 3 Home-Cooked Meals a Day/ Assisted'Livhur in place, but he will be ir> • "Obviously she didn't go tary, but the driver and reviewing what's covered • On-Call Nurse Practitioner and check all the seats," driver-in-training over • Medication Management,, in the training sessions 8121 Lilley Road Superintendent Randy looked the boy and drove • Daily Housekeeping & Laundry and manuals for drivers. 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Athletic Conference Observer Staff Writer Frankly for these kids, we have a city victory over Madonna title in the next three games. We have to University. You can only hold Livonia Churchill's work for thai. Franklin and Stevenson Jonathan Heslop offense down for so long. are good teams, and they can sure beat drew the assist on Westland John Glenn was the latest to us. Having something to play for against Lyons' game-winner as learn that cold, hard fact as the unbeaten a crosstown rival and a city champion the Cardinals defeated Chargers, who entered the game averag ship, we've got to have a good week of MU for the first time in ing 46 points per game, quickly erased practice and be up for the challenge." school history. a 7-0 first-quarter deficit with four sec After host Churchill won the coin toss Goalkeeper Mikey ond-quarter touchdowns en route to a 35- and deferred to the second half, Glenn Erickson had to make 7 victory. got on £he board first thanks to a Dama- just one save for the The Chargers, now 6-0 overall, rio Jones interception at his own 41 fol shutout as the Cardi wrapped up at least a tie for the KLAA's lowed by 1-yard run on fourth-and-goal nals improved to 4-5-1 South Division title while earning their by Thomas Carter with 3:55 left in the STEPHEN CANTRELL | STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER overall and 1-1 in the fifth playoff berth in school history and first quarter. John Glenn's DaMario Jones (11) snags the ball away from WHAC. fourth under coach John Filiatraut. Churchill receiver Jeremy Lewis (18) for a first-quarter' Adrian Motta (Livo "We didn't stub our toe, which is good," Please see CHARGERS, B3 interception. nia Churchill) had three saves for the Crusaders (4-4-1, 0-1-1). Spartan QB Laginess lifts Mims leads MU golfers Led by a career-low round by freshman way, 30-20 Holly Laginess and three more scorers in the top six, the Madon By Chris Jackett na University women's Correspondent golf team captured the Wolverine-Hoosier Ath Team records provided little fore letic sight of the rollercoaster football Con game that occurred Friday night fer when Novi came to visit Livonia Stevenson. ence Jam A trio of 10-point swings, includ boree ing two streaks of 20 unanswered No. 3 points, eventually ended with a 30- on Thursday afternoon 20 Stevenson victory over the Wild at Scott Lake Country cats. Club in Comstock Park. Stevenson struck first with the MU shot a team total only points of the first quarter on of 320 with Indiana a 31-yard field goal by senior Tom Tech runner-up at 339. O'Brien just before the midway • Laginess (Monroe St. point, but the Spartans took con Mary Catholic Central) trol late on a 59-yard run by senior fired a career-best quarterback Joe Mims (123 yards • round of 79 to place on 12 runs) with 1:05 remaining. second behind indi . "Joe played very well," said Ste vidual medalist Abby venson coach Matt Fielder, whose Hagan, who shot a team is 5-1 overall and remains tied 5-over77. for first in the KLAA Central Divi-- f*''.^s%**v-**- z^gt-t l MU's Kaitlyn Brasher sion at 3-1. "He made very good '-^*»*--Aftx -•->' and Michelle Hall tied decisions. He ran when he needed ' PHOTO BY CHRIS JACKETT for third with 80 each, Stevenson's senior Adam Wheeler (7, blue jersey)-attempts to break a tackle from Novi senior Grant Wheeler (7, while Chelsea Collura Please see SPARTANS, B4 white jersey) while Spartan teammate Giovanni D'Agostino (77). tied for sixth with an 81. Becca Porter and Jordyn Shepler (Livonia Churchill) shot 88 and 96, respectively, to fin Blazers unable to reel in Marlin spikers ish 20th and 36th. ByBradEmons Jess Rieckhof f paced a Mary Dulzo was the cat v Observer Staff Writer balanced Marlins offen alyst for the Marlins, fin / t sive attack with 14 kills. ishing with 33 assist-to- *>te. Loretta Vogel takes noth "This is the first year kills. Eight different Mer 5K Fun Run ing for granted when she she's been an attack (play cy players recorded Mils The Churchill Family walks into Livonia Lady- er); prior to this she was a on the night. 5-kilometer Fun Run wood's gym. defensive specialist and a "We try to move it will be at 9:30 a.m. Sat "Anytime we come libera," Vogel said of the around," Vogel said. "Our urday, Nov. 10 with the to Ladywood, we know 5-foot-9 junior outside hit middles try and open up start at the high school they're definitely pumped, ter. "She's very well con and one-on-one situation parking lot. revved up, a lot of emotion trolled, real smart, reads for everyone else. In that There will also be a 1- to play us," the Farming- the block well, knows kind of setting, it's Mary mile 10-and-underfun ton Hills Mercy volleyball where to place the ball. , Dulzo's job to try and find run. (Donation is a can coach said. "I think from She had a real nice eve the correct person." of pet food.) the time we step in here, ning." Ladywood, now 16-12 The pre-register cost we always emphasize to Six-foot junior middle overall and 1-2 in the Cen is $12 (ages 13-18) and our players the impor hitter Christa Greenwood tral, got aced nine times, $15 (adults). Race day tance of this game. As usu added 10 kills, while 5-10 including four times in the fees are $15 and $20, al, it was that kind of set junior outside hitter Jenna first set, when Mercy built respectively. Family of ting for us." Reinhold chipped in with a 20-14 advantage. four can pre-register for The state-ranked Mar seven for the Marlins. , "They're a top serving $45. lins, who had beaten Lady- "I think some of our team and we were try To ensure a race T- wood earlier this sea attacking and choices ing out a little bit of a new shirt, register by Oct. 21 son, took care of busi could have been a little serve reception pattern online at www.chs-cap.; ness again Thursday night bit different," Vogel said. that we're working into a com. with a 25-20,25-20,25-15 "But I thought Ladywood little bit more," Ladywood For more informa win over the rival Blazers played a nice game and coach Erin Craggs said. "It tion, call the Churchill BILL BRESLER | STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER to improve to 30-6 over kept coming back at us, so was a little bit shaky and athletic office at (734) Ladywood's Sabine Hutter (21) tries to avoid the block rom all and 2-1 in the Catholic it was well-played." 744-2650, Ext. 46117. 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B2 (WL) Observers Eccentric | Sunday, September 30, 2012 LOCAL SPORTS online at hometownlife.com Crusaders seize the day in win over Cornerstone By Brad Emons made real great and crisp deci gets us amped up for the rest Observer Staff Writer sions today, and set to the right of the season and the rest of the people. WHAC conference." If Wednesday night's match . "And Stacey Catalano was a Madonna's defense was keyed was a used barometer, then go-to player for us today - actu by Catalano and Breanna Geile ; .Madonna University women's ally both of our outside hitters, with 14 and 12 digs, respective- volleyball coach Jerry Abra Stacey and Sam (Geile)'. But •ly. Sophomore Samantha Geile ' ham had to come away with a Emilie (Freeman) and Nasti also finished with six kills and favorable reading. ja (Baranovska) both controlled nine digs. The host Crusaders, ranked the middle after the start of that "I think we have excellent bal .No. 17 in the latest NAIA poll, 'first set. Heck, Emilie has been ance and two captain leaders 'remained in first place in the sick all week and came in here (Prieditis and Baranovska), but 'Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic and had some key attacks." the setter (Prieditis) runs the Conference with a 25-21,25-23, The 6-foot-3 Freeman, used show," Abraham said. "We can '27-25 victory over No. 22 Cor exclusively on the front row, attack from anywhere really and nerstone. made good on 9-of-17 attack with we actually can hit the ball very v Madonna is now 17-4 over three errors. hard. We're a smart hitting team, all and 4-0 in the WHAC, while "I was really sick two days too. It's good balance and experi Cornerstone drops to 9-3 over HAYLEY STEMPIEN I MADONNA ATHLETICS ago," Freeman said. "It wasn't a ence. We have a freshman libe fall and 3-1 in the conference. Madonna volleyball players celebrate Wednesday night after defeating good day. I had to miss practice. ra (Breanna Geile) right now and "That's an excellent team Cornerstone in the third set 27-25. But I knew it wasn't going to she's getting better each game." jright there, we sort of took effect the game or practice'yes ; Chelsea Lake paced Corner them out of their game plan lit defense today, and kept the land) - each recording nine terday. stone with team-best eight Mils tle bit ... but gosh, we've been pressure on them and that's kills. • "It's huge ... beating a team and 12 digs, while setter Kim watching them on tape and usu what we wanted to do." . Setter Evia Prieditis, also a like Cornerstone, who beat us Weaver finished with 22 assists. ally they spread the ball and . MU's balanced hitting attack junior, finished with 35 assist- in three last year. It's a rival. MU returns to WHAC action they have an awesome attack," was led by senior Nastija to-kills. We knew they beat Embry-Rid- 7 p.m. next Wednesday at Con said Abraham of the Golden Baranoyska, along with juniors "Evia is always tough," Abra dle down in Florida, so they're cordia University. Eagles. "I thought we blocked Stacey Catalano and Emilie ham said. "She's one of the best a good team. Coming out with a . pretty good and played great Freeman (Lutheran High West- setters in the land. She just win is huge. It hypes us up and bemonsahometownlife.com • ' • * • Pats lose heartbreaker Twins dig it By Tim Smith Observer Staff Writer Kempinski sisters spark Lady Ocelots . ^. What a 50th birthday By Ed Wright 'party they threw Friday Observer Staff Writer night at Livonia Frank- • -lin, and the Patriots came It's safe to say the vol- . within an eyelash of . leyball rarely hit the Kem . .'enjoying the best icing on pinski family's backyard • ,.the cake—a thrilling last- lawn during the one-on- second win over Canton. one games of pepper twin Canton held on 35-34, sisters Nicole and Kara but only after making a staged while growing up goal line stop on Frank in Livonia. lin's two-point conversion "It didn't matter what bid that would have sent season it was," Kara the homecoming crowd remembered, "Nicole and 'home happy. I would be out there hit "We wanted to win the ting the ball back and game and that was our forth to one another. Snow, best shot," Franklin coach ice—it didn't matter, we ED WRIGHT Chris Kelbert said. enjoyed playing so much. Canton coach Tim Having someone there Twin sisters Nicole and Kara Kempinski are enjoying stellar • Baechler tipped his cap to BILL BRESLER | STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER all the time who loved the seasons for Schoolcraft College's volleyball team after "Kelbert's squad following Franklin's Joe McRobb (28) gets behind Canton defensive sport as much as I did was excelling at Livonia Churchill. ,: the KLAA^outh Division back James Hall and makes the TD grab to make it 14-all in the best thing ever." . ^contest. the first half. > ' ' • Kara Kempinski's to lose and sets such a both challenge each oth- . "They're big and physi- , reflections came just great example for the pro er," Kara said. "If I mess cal, their backs are phys on a f ourth-and-inches faithful into a frenzy. moments after.she and gram's younger player. up, I know she's going ical and we just had a just outside the 1-yard But the Chief s stacked Nicole played significant . "Kara is exactly the to get on me. And if she tough time tackling," line. up Franklin running back roles in a decisive victory same way. As soon as she messes up, I'm going to Baechler said. "We were a Jimmy Mazaris (23 car for Schoolcraft College's ':ti., steps over the line, she's, ^ ' do the same..We pump,!- i ., Just as they had all,. ,,.,, J J little undersized in a few ~.'u night, the Patriots (2-4,2-2 ries, 123 yards, one TD) volleyball team, which is '' all business. If you cut'the' each other, up "iri a positive ..positions'and they took in the KLAA South) came just short of the goal line the mast recent benefac sound during a match and way." advantage of it. It was right back down the field. in his bid for a game-win tor of the turbo twins, who watch both of these girls According to Brumfield, . like whoever had the ball Quarterback Austin ning two-point conver 'pack more spunk than 10 play, you can just tell they mess-ups are rare for the •last. Tarhanich (7-of-12 pass sion. Energizer bunnies. love what they're doing." twins, who play every ,., "But I'm very proud ing, 134 yards, two TDs) Kelbert, following the Before suiting up for The volleyball seed was point like it's the final one ",of our kids, they battled got the ball at the Frank: game, told his players he the Ocelots, the twins — planted in the pair far they'll ever play. -through. I feel bad for lin 20 with 1:39 left and was never more proud both sophomores at SC from the courts of Livo "My favorite thing is i Chris, he works his butt mounted a penalty-assist of them for the way they —helped propel Livonia nia. getting to a ball and sav 'off. They're a great 2- * ed drive that culminated battled the Chiefs tooth- . Churchill's high school "We actually learned ing it when no one else , 4 team, if there's such a with a 44-yard touchdown and-nail. juggernaut to countless the game playing on the in the gym thinks you're 'thing." pass to junior sensation "We talked all week to victories. beach when we'd go on going to get it," said Canton scored the even Joe McRobb. make this a game they And before Churchill, vacations with our fami Nicole. tual winning touchdown McRobb's big plays would never, ever for the duo sharpened their ly," Nicole said. "Our par "I love the intensity that with 1:39 remaining, on a were a thorn in Canton's get in their entire lives , skills in a big way for St. ents never played the goes with the sport," Kara 1-yard plunge by running side all night. He scored and they did," Kelbert Edith's middle-school sport, but they're our big said. "I love the adren back Kendall Scott (100 . four touchdowns —two - said. "They played hard, squad. gest cheerleaders. My aline rush and how the combined yards, three on the ground and two to the final play they gave "I remember our first dad played football grow team comes together." TDs). in the air—and collect everything they had." year at St. Edith's we were ing up, but he may be the After playing togeth •; That wasn't easy, how ed 274 all-purpose yards It was an entertaining* both on the JV blue team, most intense volleyball er on the same team since dad around." ever, as the Patriots' (including 18 rushes for game filled with high which was the worst team sixth grade, the twins t physical defense nearly 181 yards). light-reel plays from the we could be on," Kara Although several mem acknowledge this sea stonewalled Canton tail That TD, on a perfect opening kickoff. recounted, smiling. "But bers of their family were son may be their final one back Malcolm Holling- spiral down the right side The Chiefs (4-2,3-1) led the next year we both alums of Dearborn Divine sharing a volleyball court. sworth the previous play line, sent the Franklin 7-0 one play into the game became a lot more ded Child, the twins chose a Nicole, who is studying and just like last week icated and we made the different path that was art history at Schoolcraft, against Livonia Churchill varsity red team, which partially paved by the is noncommittal about it was running back Mal was the highest team." sport they loved. playing at a four-year colm Hollingsworth (16 There have probably "We decided to go to school next year, while carries, 150 yards) doing been thousands of times Churchill instead of Kara definitely wants to the damage — this time over the past decade when Divine Child mostly continue her career if giv with a 75-yard TD run on Kara—a hustling, floor- because of the school's en the opportunity. a sweep around right end. sweeping libero—has slid outstanding volleyball tra- "Volleyball-wise, I'm not Franklin got it right across the floor to dig out . dition," Nicole said. "Mark real sure what I want to • HcATiNq, CooliNq & EUCTIUCAI INC. back when McRobb, like a ball that would eventual Grenier is such a great do after this year," Nicole Serving the entire metopolltan area. a car gathering speed ly be fed to Nicole, a pin coach. He gets the most said. "But I love the sport North Oakland: North Woodward: • Detroit: merging onto a highway, point setter. out of his players." so much, it wouid be tough 248-886-8626 • 248-548-9565 • 313-792-0770 ran to his left and waited "The coolest thing," "We took it really seri not playing." East: • Downriver: West: for an opening. Nicole said, "is when we ously at Churchill because "If I get an offer (from a 586-274-1155 -734-281-3024-734-422-8080 When he got it, he shot both factor into a point." everyone is so dedicated four-year school)," added right through and accel "Both the twins are very there," Kara added. "Our Kara, a business major, "I erated down the sideline dynamic players," said - mentality really changed definitely want to play.". .smauasiKsnsaEL for a 65-yard score. That Schoolcraft head volley when we were there." Whether or not they made it 7-1, the first of ball coach Rod Brumfield . Both twins admitted that play at the collegiate lev KUR-KH'ftE four times the Pats would "They're very aggressive they're each other's big el beyond this season, one tie Canton.';;.-: i. and they leave everything gest fans. But that doesn't thing is clear: The twin- Canton regained the they have out on the floor. mean they won't get on vs.-twin pepper games sismnmmm lead 14-7 with 7:32 left Nicole is an amazing libe the other's case when the will probably never end. • Service changes & upgrades in the half, when sopho ro — she touches every situation calls for it. And the ball will rare sm®& Outlets added • Generators more quarterback Greg ball and is aggressive to "It's really fun playing ly —if ever—touch the •Installation of fixtures, Williams (6-of-8 passing, every ball. She can't stand with Nicole because we ground. LICENSED & ceiling fans, hot water 128 yards, two TDs) con INSURED heaters, garages, pools, verted a fourth-down pass #71-16061 & outdoor lighting^_ over the middle to a wide- GIRLS GOLF RESULTS open Scott for a 33-yard . touchdown. ' - GIRLS GOLF RESULTS Stevenson scorers: 7. Laura DUAL MATCH RESULTS LADYWOOD INVITATIONAL Shureb, 88; 10. (tie) Kelsey Dunt- CANTON 181 "He made some plays . Sept. 27 at St. John's G.C ley and Mary Peltz, 91 each; WESTLAND JOHN GLENN 260 tonight in the air," J TEAM STANDINGS: 1. Alyssa Blaszkiewicz, 103. Sept. 26 at Hilltop GC Baechler said about Wil- • Farmington Hills Mercy, 349 Other Churchill scorers: 8. Co-medalists: Kelsey Mc- liams, who is gaining ; strokes; 2. Warren Regina, 357; - (tie) Maggie McGowan, 90; Dougall and Alyce Krumm poise and confidence with 3. Livonia Stevenson, 373; 4. Claire Rose, 97; Alyssa Mazur, (Canton), 43 each. \ REG. $89-95 Livonia Churchill, 380; 5. South 113; Marin McGowan, 118. every game. Other Canton scorers: Erica I SAVE $20.00...HW OHM ; Lyon, 392; 6. Livonia Ladywood, Ladywood scorers: Kay la Song, 47; Chloe Luyet, 48; I SAVESZO-w."""" — •^J^UWWIM'-" . Back came Frank- 404; 7. Hartland, 425; 8. White . D'Allesandro, 92; Caroline Bork, Shelby Lobb, 56; Hannah lin, tying the game 14-14 Lake Lakeland, 456; 9. Livonia 96; Sara Even, 98; Cindy Ding, Rohrborn, 59. on a 42-yard touchdown Franklin, 457. 118. '— - Glenn scorers: Olivia Cabildo, Individual co-medalists: Franklin scorers: Kendall 55; Haley Avai, 62; Lindsey Cros- pass from Tarhanich to Jackie Burdette (Churchill) and Payne, 104; Jacquelyn, 122; Al key, 69; Ashley Andez, 74; Jaret Wfe §^®MMB mi} McRobb....,*.-,...; .. Kendall Graves (Regina), 80 lison Karczynskj, 130. Allen, 82. ., jteMA each. ' , online at hometownlife.com LOCAL SPORTS Observer & Eccentric | Sunday, September 30, 2012 (WL) • B3 CHARGERS Babon's 5 goals sparks Continued from page B1 5 drew Murphy also turned in solid ance goal in the 64th minute off But the 7-0 Glenn lead didn't last long as games, along with the defense, . a restart from Jacob Meyer. Churchill evened the count with a 12-play, led by Jatta. Churchill goalkeeper Colton 80-yard scoring drive, capped by senior Trojans take out RU, 2-1 STEVENSON 3, S.L. EAST, Robison made two saves to post 0: Senior Jake Zeppa figured in the shutout.', ' Romello Brown's 17-yard TD run. Ernie Babon had quite an Jimenez. all three goals Thursday as host '). The Chargers also got sterling Brown, the 5-foot-ll, 246-pound senior, afternoon Thursday - and CVILLE 2, RU 1: Senior Ma Livonia Stevenson (7-2-4, 5-1-2) play from junior outside-mid- '. would later added TD runs of 4 arid 2 then some - for the Luther Sambou Jatta shook a defender, blanked South Lyon East (3-8-5, fielder Andrew Smutek, who yards, while Robert Foster Jr. also crossed and buried a shot into the corner 0-6-2) in a KLAA Central Division helped put the clamps on Glenn's • an High Westland boys soc for the game-winning goal with match. dangerous forward Alex Isaevski. the goal line with a 27-yard run on an ; cer team. " only 12 minutes remaining to :. Zeppa opened the scoring in the "He (Smutek) hustled and reverse. ' The senior midfielder . give Livonia Clarenceville (5-6-2) fourth minute off an assist from worked his tail off," said Churchill Jacob Staff's fumble recovery at the ' scored five goals to pow:' the victory over host Redford Ryan Schifano and then assisted \ coach Matt Grodzicki, whose . Glenn 11 set up the Chargers' go-ahead Union at Kraft Field. . on senior John D'Agostino's goal .', team avenged a 2-1 setback Sept. TD and Andre Abram's interception at his er the host Warriors to a 7-0 Jatta also figured in Clarencev- just a minute later to make it 2-0. • 11 to the Rockets. "We man- • non-conference victory over ille's first goal with a perfect - Zeppa struck again In the 38th marked him (Isaevski) to take him own 12 and return to the Churchill 41 with Romulus Summit Academy through-ball to Andrew Murphy minute from D'Agostino to out of his game and it seemed to " 13 seconds left thwarted a Glenn drive," North. to tie the game at 1-all.. > give the Spartans a 3-0 first-half work." leaving the margin at 28-7 at intermission. Babon scored four of his Goalkeeper Evan Gregg made cushion. , Glenn played the final 46 min • It was a scoreless third quarter as both nine saves to preserve the win "Jake was dangerous all night" utes a man down after receiving teams missed 41-yard field goal opportu five goals in the first half at backed by the defensive efforts said Stevenson coach Ken Shin- a red card. the 7-, 13-, 15- and 30-min- of Collin Orchard, Cam Fyffe, . gledecker, whose team outshot "The second half we showed nities. ute marks. He added anoth Alan Baumgardner, Matthias the Cougars, 14-5. "It's the best more guts playing with 10 guys Brown, who finished with 139 yards oh • Hoffmann and Jatta. game he's played this year. It was than we did. the first half with 11 er just two minutes into the . CVILLE 2, FORDSON 2: 30 carries, then scored his fourth TD of ' second half. a good result for us." after we got that silly red card," . the night on an 8-yard run to complete the' Junior goalkeeper Evan Gregg Stevenson goalkeeper Mike Bo- said Glenn coach Brian Tom- Troy Gotchev notched the made 13 saves Thursday to en lin made three saves to post the linson, who got 13 saves from scoring. able host Livonia Clarenceville - shutout, while Travis Hamers also goalkeeper David Isaacs. other two Lutheran Westland (4-6-2) earn a tie with Dearborn Churchill had 305 total yards, including had three stops for East. FRANKLIN 3, WAYNE 0: On goals in the 37th and 49th . Fordson. • 223 on the ground. Suida was 5-of-8 pass CHURCHILL 2, JOHN GLENN Thursday, host Livonia Franklin minutes, respectively. After scoreless first half, Fordson 0: Michael Murphy tallied a pair (4-8-1, 3-5) got untracked in the ing with one interception. Goalkeepers Jordan Wil- took an early one goal lead of second half goals Thursday to second half to beat stubborn "What makes them tough to stop is that liams (first half) and Mitch before Clarenceville's Ma Sambou propel host Livonia Churchill (4-7- Wayne Memorial (1-12,0-8) in a they (Churchill) are a darn good football Meyer (second half) each Jatta tied it at 1 -1 off an assist 2, 4-4) to a KLAA South Division KLAA South Division encounter. team with darn good players, especial-' made a save to preserve , from Matthias Hoffmann. triumph over visiting Westland Scoring unassisted goals for the ly their quarterback (Seth Suida) and run- A few minutes later, Shane John Glenn (8-5,4-4). Patriots were Matt Freed, Hayden the shutout as the Warriors Martin scored the go-ahead Murphy's game-winner game Steinman and Nick O'Brien. . ning back (Brown)," Glenn coach Tim improved to 3-10 overall. goal unassisted, but the Tractors in the 52nd minute off an assist Goalkeeper Spencer Lewan- Hardin said. "I thought in the first half our Summit (3-9) got 11 saves answered with a goal with 15 . ,. from T.J. DeYoung. dowski made two saves to earn defense did a pretty good job of containing minutes remaining. Murphy then added an insur the shutout. from goalkeeper Juan . David Vanderkerckhove and An him (Brown), but I wouldn't say we shut him down. We contained him and didn't let him run all over the place. "We didn't do a good job defending the BLAZERS pass. We've got to be well-rounded and do Continued from page B1 ' Running wild everything right, and we didn't." Glenn finished with 236 total yards on that starts out your offense. We had to get the night as junior quarterback Chris that going to earn some points." Warriors trip Oakland Christian, 34-9 . Scheffer went 9-of-22 passing for 139 • - In the second set, Ladywood fell behind : yards. Carter was the leading ground gain 10-7, but rallied to tie it at 16-16 before The "Three Amigos" were at it again PREP FOOTBALL y v er with 67 yards on 17 carries. ' •'. Mercy went on a 6-1 run and close out the Friday night as the backfield trio of Jacob ,; "We had a good second period," Filia-; set. In the third set, the Marlins took leads Richter, Nick Andrzejewski and Martin end Aaron Dalton came through with a traut said. "Glenn is a good team with good . of 14-7 and 19-14 before coasting home Kemp each cracked the 100-yard mark clutch catch to keep a drive going during athletes. They have the worst schedule in ; v for the victory. inlAimer^HighWes1J^d's34-9football : the same period on fourth-and-11. the state of Michigan. They have a misera Meanwhile, it's been a work in progress win at Auburn Hills Oakland Christian. • The loss drops Gabriel Richard to 0-6 >?'• ble schedule, so I thought they played well so far this season for the Blazers. The Warriors evened their record at 3- overall.''" • tonight and made some plays." "We're getting there," Craggs said. ,' '• 3 overall and 2-2 in the Michigan Indepen . Jones, a senior and coveted Division I , "We've developed some different game i dent Athletic Conference. ' Cats'rout Wayne recruit, had four catches for 80 yards. plans and some things we haven't done Richter, the senior quarterback, led the Senior quarterback Jamarl Eiland "I don't know if it was his best perf or-.' in the past, so we're starting to improve. way with 175 yards rushing on 19 car accounted for 210 yards in total offense mance ever, but it was a good perfor We played them earlier in the year and ries and was l-of-3 passing for 10 yards. and scoredapair of touchdowns Friday mance," Hardin said. "It just amazes me this was definitely a better match for us. He scored on touchdown runs of 9,6 and leading host Plymouth to a 48-0 KLAA no matter how many guys you put on him We're there and I think we're on the right 6 yards. , '. South Division win over Wayne Memorial that when you throw the ball up, the odds path. We just have to keep working." • Andrzejewski added 128 yards on 18 Plymouth, which jumped out to 38-0 are pretty good he's going to come down .. Sophomore libera Izzy Porada had a carries and scored on a 14-yard run, while halftime lead, improved to 5-1 overalland withit." :, team-high 20 digs, while 5-10 senior out-*i Kemp chipped in with 125 yards on 21 3-1 in the KLAA South, while Wayne falls The loss leaves Glenn and 0-6 overall'. side hitter Allison Malick added 18. carries and added a 9-yard TD run. to0o"and04 and 04 in the KLAA South, but the Rock Olivia Quinn, a 6-foot senior, and Nata The Warriors had 490 total yards, Eiland was S-of-7 passing for 75 yards ets will have a chance to pick up their . lie Panek, a 5-8 freshman, led Ladywood's including 457 on the ground. and scored on TD runs of 30 and 16 yards first win next Friday when they host rival hitting attack with seven and six kills, ' They ran a total of 72 plays to Oakland in the first and third quarters, respective Wayne Memorial, which is also winlessf respectively. Malick contributed five. Christian's 27. ly. , "I've seen progress every week," Hardin "I thought Olivia Quinn did a good job "We kept it simple," Lutheran Westland He was the Wildcats leading rusher with said. "We haven't won a game and our con being available in the middle and kind coach Paul Guse said. "We were able to 75 yards on five carries. fidence level is so low... but each of the ' of provided some leadership out there," overpower them at the point of attack and Mike Kennedy, who had five carries last three weeks I've seen a good football Craggs said. "Same with Alhe Malick and grind away. It was a good win." for 51 yards, added TD runs of 16 and 20 team with John Glenn helmets on a times. Izzy Porada. Izzy takes on a big responsi The loss drops the Lancers to 1-4 overall yards. They just have to get their confidence up bility and has provided some good lead- , andO-3intheMIAC.:. ;/'; ., v. , ; D J. Rossell also found the end zone.;;'.• ,and believe they can do it all the time "J, ' ership." twice on runs of 4 and 3 yards, while Bren- Churchill, meanwhile, is just one win - Hayley Jury, a 5-10 senior setter, col Bryant lifts C'ville ton Zuzo booted field goals Of 32 and 24 away from clinching the KLAA South out lected 21 assists. Jalen Bryant scored all four touch yards. Bobby Deeg was a perfect 6-for-6 right. The Chargers will also play anoth , "It starts with the pass," Craggs said. downs Friday night as Livonia Clarencev on extra points. er rival, Livonia Franklin (24,2-2), Friday "I think our defense is much improved ille kept its state playoff hopes alive with a The Wildcats had 371 total yards, includ at home. and we've got to run that middle (hitter) 28-14 win at Riverview Gabriel Richard. ing 226 on the ground. Nate Eniminger "Technically were are going to get a 10th in transition until it's not working any Bryant, a 5-foot-ll, 185 junior tail caught two passes for 87 yards and Stefan game, but we want to be playing well and more. That's where we've been scoring back, rushed unofficially close to 100 Turrentine added 56 yards on 11 carries. hopefully have an 11th," Filiatraut said of our points is running that middle in tran yards, while Kimani Dooley made a cou Wayne was limited to 137 total yards clinching a playoff berth with the auto sition." ple of clutch second-half grabs from as Abdullah Myles led the Zebras' rush matic sixth win. "We've got to maintain; The two teams will square of f again quarterback Zach Kubiak as the Trojans ing attack with 63 yards on 12 carries. these next two weeks and keep improving Thursday, Oct. 11, at Mercy. improved to 4-2 overall Quarterback Joe Porter was 3-of-17 for 44 and play well against Franklin." Austin Douglass also came up with a yards. bemonsOhonietownlife.com I (313) 222-6851 key interception in the fourth quarter to The Zebras have lost 26 straight games bemonsOhometownlife.com | (313) 222-6851 set up a Clarenceville score, while tight dating back to the 2009 season. ' ' efficient: Stevenson makes quick work of East V It was a total team PREP VOLLEYBALL 17-3 overall and 2-5 in the defense with 16 digs, well tonight," Luther lead and then pull away effort Thursday for the KLAA South. while Chandler Daven an Westland coach Kev again tied 16-16 by push Livonia Stevenson girls Other leaders for port added 10. in Wade said. "We were ing the score to 20-16. volleyball team, which KLAA South Division win Wayne included Dani Setters Leah Refenes able to put some pressure We haven't beaten them posted a 25-23,25-12,25- Thursday at Westland elle Robbins (six kills, and Shannon Abbott had on PCA and that helped. in over 3 years so it was 12 triumph at South Lyon John Glenn. six blocks, 15 digs); Deja 15 and 11 assists, respec We got down 8-3 in the nice to finally get one." East. Other standouts for the Tamlin (five kills, four . tively. 3rd set and were able to The Spartans, who Chargers, who improved blocks); Paige Chalmers "We definitely played go on a 9-3 run to take the improved to 13-14-1 over to 334 overall and 7-0 in (three kills, three blocks, all and 34 in the KLAA's the KLAA South, includ three aces); Saman- Central Division, got ed freshman Rayna Yetts, tha Hershey (12 assists, eight kills, five assists who 17 assists, three nine digs); and Savannah and four digs from Katie aces, three kills, along Monette (11 assists). Tomasic. with Gabby Beck, who Mackenzie Lukas had The 5-foot-ll junior had four kills. 21 kills, seven digs and also was a perfect 7-of-7 Megan Damico, Natalee three aces as the Patriots on both serve receive and Dziewit and Beth Tar- fall to 9-19 overall and 34 serves. nacki also combined for in the division. 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' (WL) Observer & Eccentric | Sunday, September 30, 2012 LOCAL SPORTS online at hometownlife.com 1:58 left in the half after Danks's THE WEEK AHEAD BOYS TENNIS RESULTS SPARTANS PAT, but the Spartans answered •*- PREP FOOTBALL Thursday, Oct 4 DUAL MATCH RESULTS ; Continued from page B1 back 70 seconds later when • . Friday, Oct. 5 ... . . Franklin at Churchill, 6:30 p.m. PINCKNEY5 Mims (20-for-30 passing, 171 'i' Franklin, at Churchill, 7 p.m. Novi at Stevenson, 6:30 p.m. LIVONIA CHURCHILL 4 to run and threw when he need-... : yards) dropped a 23-yard pass,.,,,:, • * Salem at Stevenson, 7 p.m. Glenn at Canton, 6:30 p.m. Sept 25 at Churchill ed to throw on the money and into the hands of junior Billy,,' "i;?, • IWayne at John Glenn, 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5 No. 1 singles: Jonathan Martin (LQ defeated Nick just managed the game very - Bonanno (37 yards on two catch-';;' • . Cranbrook at C'ville, 7 p.m. Wayne Invitational, 4 p.m. Romano, 6-3, 6-1; No. 2: Kyle Jurczak (P) def. Joe %w Saturday, Oct. 6 Saturday, Oct 6 Mulka, 6-2, 6-2; No. 3: RyanFuller (P) def. Rishabh well." ..•>••..'. es) in the right corner of the end • - >lamtrarr\ck at L. W'sld, 1 p.m. Wayne Invitational, noon. Arvikar, 6-4, 6-7 (8-10), 7-6 (7-4); No. 4: Kishan Trivedi Mims hit senior Adam Wheel zone. O'Brien's PAT made it just , ::::¾ .•'„• BOYS SOCCER GIRLS GOLF (LQ def. Ben Schmitter, 6-0, 6-1. er (33 yards on five catches) 20-17 Novi at half time. : : :: . ' : -,'v :-i.-rtrff • . ; Monday, Oct. 1 Monday, Oct. 1 No. 1 doubles: Mark Denstaedt-Riley Prince (LQ with a 7-yard touchdown pass • Neither team could move the '. Franklin Road at C'ville, 6 p.m. Lady, at Divine Child, 3:30 p.m. def. Andrew Graves-Cameron Hein, 6-0, 6-4; No. 2: una • * - Tuesday, Oct. 2 Tuesday, Oct 2 Mayuresh Iyer-Steven VanWormer (LQ def. Tanner up the right side on the first play ball in the third quarter, as Novi •L W'sld at S'field Chr., 4:30 p.m. Kensington Conf. Tourney . Barnes-Tom Cremonte, 4-6,6-2,6-3; No. 3: Nate Yenor- of the second quarter for a 10-0 junior quarterback IssacBur- '*.,, £}•• *p ; -Luth. South at HVL, 4:30 p.m. at Salem Hills, 8:30 a.m. Matt Vasher (P) def. Mit Patel-Aditya Vemulopati, 7-6 lead after O'Brien's successful gess (0-for-3 passing, two inter^ . . * Franklin at Glenn, 5:30 p.m. Lady, at Luth. North, 4 p.m. - (7-5), 6-1; No. 4: Brent Patterson-Austin Voight (P) def. point after. . ceptions) aired out his first past • 'Plymouth atChurchill, 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 4 Cooper King-Raymond Peters, 6-3, 6-2; No. 5: Adam • 3 Flickema-Noland Hubbard, 6-2,6-3. attempt in the past two games, • . Stevensontat Novi, 7 p.m. ' . Livonia Public Schools Tourney That's when things got inter .'•:•$$ ,' - Wayne at Canton, 7 p.m. at Idyl Wyld G.C., 3 p.m. Dual match records: Pinckney, 7-2 overall; Churchill, esting. but it was picked off by Wheeler. Thursday, Oct. 4 BOYS TENNIS 10-6 overall. Less than two minutes lat The Spartans couldn't get a • s| '„ Plymouth at Wayne, 4 p.m.' Tuesday, Oct. 2 LIVONIA STEVENSON 8 er, Novi freshman Emanuel first down on that drive, but • ••• »#5 Arbor Prep at HVL, 4:30 p.m. . Churchill at Stevenson, 4 p.m. WHITE LAKE LAKELAND 1 , Inter-City at & W'sld, 4:30 p.m. , Franklin at Salem, 4 p.m. Sept. 25 at Lakeland Jackson (111 yards on 12 runs) their next drive carried into the . Cranbrook at C'ville, 5:30 p.m. Glenn at S.L. East, 4 p.m. No. 1 singles: Alex Kim (WLL) defeated Chad North- burst up the right side for a 42- fourth quarter, eventually end Franklin at Churchill, 7 p.m. GIRLS FIELD HOCKEY ey, 6-2, 6-2; No. 2: Sam Tabor (LS) def. Terry Haren, 6-0, yard TD run, which senior Jus ing after 69 yards on 10 plays '•- •••£•• Northville at Stevenson, 7 p.m. >' ;--->.-:. Thursday, Oct. 4 6-4; No. 3: Marcus McCathney (LS) def. Ben Evans, 6-0, tin Danks capped with the point that was capped by Mims con . •* ,! John Glenn |t Canton, 7 p.m. . A.A. Huron at Lady., 4:15 p.m. 6-1; No. 4: Johnson Yang (LS) def. Noah Evans, 6-2,6-0. .^-J GIRLS VOLLEYBALL Saturday, Oct. 6 No. 1 doubles: Aaron Dziobak-Jeff Frederick (LS) def. after to cut the deficit to 10-7. necting with senior Cody Cole .--Ti - \ Tuesday, Oct 2 ,' Catholic League final, TBA. Jeremy Wimmer-Nick Vrahoretis, 6-3, 7-6; No. 2: Chase "That's the thing with offense, man (one catch) on the right side jv; ' L Wsld at Inta-G'ty, 5:30 p.m. COLLEGE VOLLEYBALL Tinham-Jason Wysocki (LS) def. Hayden Moss-Grant . you've got to get every block," of the end zone for a 27-yard ' • Liggett at JHVL, 6:30 p.m. , ) Wednesday, Oct 3 LeVaseur, 6-3, 6-1; No. 3: Ahmed Hussain-Joe Osmi- said Novi coach Todd Pennyc- touchdown. O'Brien's PAT was Churchill at Canton, 6:30 p.m'.' _.'• ML) at Concordia, 7 p.m. alowski (LS) def. Zade Koch-Christian Mercado, 6-0,.,-'" blocked, but the Spartans took a Franklin at Plymouth, 6:30 p.m. ' J;; i Thursday, Oct. 4 6-0; No. 4: Tom Cwiek-Chris Haldane (LS) def. Adam uff, whose team slipped to 1-5 ' Salem at Stevenson, 6:30 p.m. . Mott at Schoolcraft, 7 p.m. Rhoda-John Antishin 6-1, 6-2; No. 5: Matt Lackey-Neal and 1-3. "One block can make or 23-20 lead. • Wayne at John Glenn, 6:30 p.m. ' Friday, Oct. 5 Adams (LS) def. Adam Zammitt-David Chludzinski, 6-1, break you. We had a breakdown Novi went three-and-out on •-..'; : -:•* Thursday, Oct. 4 (lr>d. Tech Lykowski Classic) 6-2. • •••• •-—- -, ,?<:';.•'•, ,:•:••; -. on third down a few times that its next drive and the Wildcats' ' .*'• L W'sld at Greenhills, 5:30 p.m. MU vs. Campbellsville, 2:30 p.m. Dual match records: Stevenson, 6-2 overall; Lake hurtus." punt bounced backward, giving '.; •....* S'field Christ, at HVL, 6:30 p.m. MU vs. St. Ambrose, 7:30 p.m. land, 3-3 overall. '" . ; ;.'.. , Regina at Ladywood, 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct 6 LIVONIA STEVENSON 5 , Following an interception Stevenson the ball at Novi's 41- Churchill at Wayne, 6:30 p.m. ; . (Ind. Tech Lykowski Classic) SALEM 4 ',/,.- •,..,•..'.'!,;>•*• .;;•/' by Novi junior Mark Ryan ;. yard line. Five plays later, Mims , Canton at Franklin, 6:30 p.m. ' ' '•••- MU vs. Ashford, 9:30 a.m. " Sept. 18 at Salem '• •• >'- found a hole in the pocket and • Stevenson at S. Lyon, 6:30 p.m. two plays later, the Wildcats MlJvs. lU-East, 2:30 p.m. No. 1 singles: Jacob Scott (Salem) defeated Chad Glenn at Plymouth, 6:30 p.m. orchestrated a two-play combo raced to the right for a 23-yard MEN'S COLLEGE SOCCER Northey, 6-2, 6-0; No. 2: Alex Zultkowski (Salem) def. . touchdown. O'Brien complet- Saturday, Oct. 6 • .' Wednesday, Oct. 3 Sam Tabor, 7-6, 6-3; No. 3: Jake Sealey (Salem) def. between a 17-yard run by junior Northville Invitational, 9 a.m. • Lawrence Tech at MU, 3 p.m. Marcus McCathney, 3-4 (default); No. 4: Johnson Yang Jeffrey Baker (35 yards on 11 'ed the PAT for a 30-20 lead with "' , > PREP CROSS COUNTRY Saturday, Oct. 6 (LS) def. Ryan Chin, 6-1, 6-0. . , ' runs) and a 1-yard touchdown 5:57 remaining. S'craft at Lakeland, 1 p.m. ; * Tuesday, Oct 2 No. 1 doubles: Tom Cwiek-Jeff Frederick (LS) def. MU at Davenport, 7 p.m. punch in by senior Kameron "I was very proud of the way • Glenn at Wayne (Flats), 4 p.m. Nick Ortiz-Amol Carravellah, 6-4,6-3; No. 2: Chase . Mitchell (4 yards on two runs) . (at Willow Metropark) Sunday, Oct 7 Tinham-Jason Wysocki (LS) def. Rohan Thanedar-Jon we responded," Fielder said. ' Stevenson vs.' Salem, 4:20 p.m. S'craft at Cuyahoga, 1 p.m. Clark, 7-6,6-2; No. 3: Ahmed Hussain-Joe Osmialowski to go up 13-10 after Danks's PAT "They came out and were very . • (at Cass Benton Park) WOMEN'S COLLEGE SOCCER (LS) def. Saheer Rabbaig-David Bloxsam, 6-3,6-3; No. was blocked 3:21 into the quar physical, like we were expect Franklin vs. Plymouth, 3:50 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 3 4: Charlie Liu-Jeff Selweski (Salem) def. Neal Adams- . ter. . •' • ing. They run that of fense very Churchill vs. Canton, 4:25 p.m. •'•.-. Owens at S'craft, 4 p.m. Chris Haldane, 6-2, 2-6, 7-5; No. 5: Matt Lackey-Sam .*• : Novi senior Matt Forche (85 well. I was very proud of the Saturday, Oct. 6 ' Saturday, Oct 6 Clos (LS) def. Max Merget-Anthony Zorney, 6-1,6-7, •; Wayne Counity Championship - Aquinas at Madonna, noon. 7-6. . . yards on nine runs) burst up the way we responded in the second at Willow Metropark, 10 a.m. ' . TBA-time to be announced. Dual match records: Stevenson, 6-2 overall, 2-2 right side for a 36-yard touch half defensively and also offPen GIRLS SWIMMING ' KLAA Central Division; Salem, 1-3 KLAA Central. down run to make it 20-10 with sively to score." —— ' J" PUBLIC NOTICE •i- .- \ "Generic equivalent •%> Special Guest: WD-..u *^ Typka l US brand price ' With one quick phone call, you can find out B .••>, ~ s i ?<, M "j';n ;\ The Rutherfords fit the stained glass panels into the metal- work earlier this month. ArtPrize il ?<: glass, metal, painting, fabric in Grand Rapids By Sharon Dargay .. Voting ends Oct. 4 and O&E Staff Writer , prizes are awarded on Oct. 5, but the festival Joe and Jennifer Ruth continues through Sun erford of Plymouth hope day, Oct. 7. to ride their Fantastic At the very least, the Carousel of Dreams to fanciful glass and met new levels of fame — and al carousel that the Ruth maybe even a little for erfords created is turn tune this week. ^ ;,;y,. ing thousands of heads The couple is vying— while it's oh display at the along with more than Courtyard by Marriott, 1,500 other artists — for 11 Monroe Ave., in down a portion of $560,000 in town Grand Rapids. total prizes that will be ' "Even if you don't win awarded at the end of this money, good things can year's ArtPrize competi happen to you. A lot of tion in Grand Rapids. serious art people go to The festival consists of this event. It's a good ven 1,517 entries at 161 ven ue to let people know ues throughout the city. we're out there. It shows Visitors can vote for people what we're capa their favorite pieces, ble of doing," said Joe ' • i , PHOTOS BY BILL BRESLER | STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER which will determine who Jennifer and Joe Rutherford stand beneath the metal structure that forms their carousel. See the completed sculpture at receives the top prize, '-i Please see ARTISTS, B6 ArtPrize in Grand Rapids. • "••'.;' ",•'*-. •, • - •> l-.-.y^.J) :"'•-<••-•-•'•:••< -t^^ :-^-:^:. <~ .'. ro^?r .Ourx>1 '"•"* ^..^..-) },•, • ',.o yc,,,,,,* .,,,..^^0 ,..^.,,-,.-.,l?..f •- ^ r /~*T,>'> \03WobO ,v^buH fiilul .Y^fQ'^ inyftf! ,v*n<~n^ r< 'f?>,"~> x'jii iiirfvur •. ' f ' i •'>'::'•' •-••iiT'lllliM t ' ' ' ' BE THE HOPE YOU WISH TO SEE IN YOUQ COMMUNITY! f October 6, join friends and neighbors to and complete other hands-on across the Detroit metro area. •^•fljav- - .^v *'*S ilv^M^^^Me^- U MlflH -¾ 7--:.-1. -J^C ' elr yaiij^ •, ./• * . ' • >.j w iP**' **^WtotW$i& r'&nfrsW. B6 (*) Observer & Eccentric | Sunday, September 30,2012 COMMUNITYLIFE online at hometownlife.com BILL BRESLER I STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER' Large fantastic glass creatures are fitted to the carousel. it 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday- journal entries. See her ARTISTS Thursday;.8 a.m.-10 p.m. work at Pyramid Scheme, Continued from page B5 Friday-Saturday and 8 68 Commerce SW. a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday. • Melissa Machnee of If you plan a trip to Art- Canton created "The Blue Rutherford, who created , Prize this week, check Raccoon" from steel with the metal framework that out other local artists paint and fabric. It's on ', holds the glass animals and their works. Here's a display at the Gerald R. made by his wife. "It's an sampling: Ford Federal Building US enormous example of the • Lynn Krawczyk of Courthouse, 110 Michi- ; techniques we do." Plymouth combines tradi gan Street NW. The 800-pound carou:' tional printmaking tech- , • Nathan Hoste of Plym sel includes eight fused niques with fabric and outh created a series of - glass animals. Tfye piece collage. Her "Remnants pictures that illustrate , is more than 10 feet tall Collage 17" is on display the effects of exposure and measures 11 feet in at The B.O.B., 20 Monroe to outer space. "Bodies BILL BRESLER I STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER diameter. Ave.,N.W. in Space" is on exhibit at - Fitting small stained glass details to the metal framework. "It's quite a sight. We. • Alan Casadei of Livo McFadden's Restaurant & added LED rope lighting nia created "Quicksilver," Saloon, 58 Ionia SW. to it, much like a real car a textured painting in • Tony Roko of Plym ousel." acrylics. See it at Purple outh created "Lilly Rutherford figures East, 250 Ionia SW. PLANT LIFE" with scrap Hospital gala benefits he spent more than 600 • Jan Waller of Plym-. metal and repurposed ,, hours on the metal work, outh created a wall hang pallets. He painted the., alone. His wife spent ing in felted merino and piece with enamels used emergency, inpatient care nearly as many hours onv silk fibers that depicts a by the auto industry. the glass, he said. . woman in red hanging old The piece, which honors St. Mary Mercy Hospital's 20th annu Campaign to enhance emergency care The couple hopes their • love letters on an outdoor . the American autowork- al Gala "Return of Hollywood Nights" is and inpatient services at the hospital. carousel makes ArtPrize clothing line. "The Wash er, can be seen at The set for 7 p.m. Friday, Qct. 5 at the Laurel Emergency Physicians Medical Group, visitors smile. . ing Line" is on display at B.O.B., 20 Monroe Ave., Manor Banquet and Conference Center, PC (EPMG) will serve as the Gala's 20th "People relate to a car Minty Keen, 125 Ottawa N.W. • .,, ; 39000 Schoolcraft, Livonia. Anniversary sponsor. ousel. It's a visually cool NW Site 170. • Mark Minier of Plym The event will start with hors d'oeuvres Individual and corporate sponsorship thing," Rutherford said. • Maria Elena Blan outh created several ,' and a cocktail reception. The Gala will opportunities are available. Guest reser "Ultimately we'd both co of Farmington collect paintings for his entry, celebrate the glitz and glamour of Holly vations are $125 per person. A portion of like to have someone buy ed artifacts—both nat called "All of myself wood Nights and will feature a gourmet the ticket purchases are tax deductible. this and donate it to a ural and man-made — 2012" for ArtPrize. See dinner, dancing, musical entertainment For tickets or sponsorship information, children's hospital. Kids from the island of His- it at the Waters Building, by the Robert Williamson Band, and spe call the St. Mary Mercy Development respond to it. They just paniola, combining them ' 161 Ottawa Ave., NW. ; cial Hollywood entertainment. Office at (734) 655-2980, or visit stmary- go crazy." to create 24 frames for For more informa The annual black-tie preferred event mercy.org/annualgala for more informa Their Fantastic Carou portraits of friends. She tion about ArtPrize, visit will benefit the Generations Together tion. sel of Dreams is on exhib paired the pieces with www.artprize.org. GARDEN & NATURE ind garden and nature information and day Oct. 6.Free , '.' iotos to Sharon Dargay at sdargay® • Find out about the latest trends in >metownlife.com. i •._. •'- ... , seasonal indoor decorating 10 a.m., ivonia Garden Club Saturday, Oct. 13. Free . • r • . . • Youngsters, 3-12, can make a ter- Master gardener Paul Rodman will rarium filled with tropical plants in a Ik about "What is true and what is "Make It & Take It Workshop" ilse," at Livonia the next meeting of 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 13. Fee is ie Livonia Garden Club, 7 p.m. Tues- $10. Sign up online at englishgardens. jy, Oct. 2, at the Livonia Senior Gen- com. '.•', .-••'" r, located at Five Mile and Farm- . • Learn what it takes to put your Igton Road, Livonia. Rodman writes garden to bed at a free presentation, garden column, maintains two garr 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 20. in sites and has amassed more than Area stores are at 155 N. Maple, 500 volunteer hours. For more Ann Arbor, (734) 332-7900; 22650 Ford f ormation.call Kathy at (734) 513- Road in Dearborn Heights, (313) 278- 555 4433; 4901 Coolidge Highway, Royal i • .' Oak, (248) 280-9500; and 6370 Orchard ' STEPHEN CANTRELL | STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER riglish Gardens Lake Road, in West Bloomfieid; (248) Dearborn resident Stephen Bunchek second from left, digs a hole to plant flowers at • Get tips on pruning, 10 a.m. Satur 851-7506. Claude Allison Park. ; Silent auction, chili aid MS Arthritis Today Stepping Up for MS will help of yolunteers. Their Arsenault, who also lives The menu includes chili, JOSEPH J. 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Details: Saturday everything ', Thriving in the Crosscur Location: Northwest Unitar Time/Date: 7 p.m. Oct. 3 Center entrance, 1780 Mount Details: Grady S. McMurty, • half price. Admission for ! rent: Clarity and Hope ian Universalist Church, 23925 Location: St Michael the Elliott, Detroit an international speaker on pre-sale is $2. Admission free *.: in a Time of Cultural Sea Northwestern Highway, Archangel, 11441 Hubbard, Details: Family Day includes creationism vs. evolution, will Friday-Saturday' '' Change. $10 per person.Free Southfield Livonia an open house and guided talk about such topics as The childcare is available. Contact (734) 422-0149 ';.! tours of the Solanus Casey Complexity of the Universe; Details: The film "Precious Details: Richard Thompson, Contact www.Farmington. RUMMAGE SALE . • Center, St. Bonaventure Mon Mt. 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He two grandsons. phen and Carol Ann Bruce of is employed as an Bruce, employed by Ford Farmington Hills, is a 2003. engineer at Mer Motor Co. before retiring, is graduate of Farmington High itor. a member of the American School and a 2007 graduate of The bride's Psychological Association. the University of Michigan, attendants were He also swam in competition Ann Arbor, where she earned Heather Bruce Boran, the brother; Corey Lechner, the at the National Senior Olym a bachelor of science degree matron of honor and the bride's groom's brother; Elliott Lech pic Games. Kathryn worked in brain behavior and cogni sister; Ashley Bruce, sister-in- ner, the groom's brother; Neil for the Trenton school district tive science. She also earned a law of the bride; Stef anie Gil Lechner, the groom's cousin; She enjoys creating oil and watercolor paintings. The couple sings and per nursing degree in 2008 from bert, Brittany Nuccitelli, Anne and Lewis Strong, a friend. forms in local musicals. Bruce and Kathryn also appeared on the television Loyola University in Chica O'Rear and Clara Seymour, all A reception was held at show, America's Got Talent, in June. They performed a duet. go. She is employed as a regis friends of the bride. ^ Petruzzello's of Troy. The cou They celebrated their anniversary with a dinner at Loews Don Cesar tered nurse at William Beau The groom's attendants were ple took a honeymoon trip to Hotel in St. Petersburg, Fla It was hosted by their daughter, Valerie, and mont Hospital, Royal Oak. Stephen Strong, best man, a CostaRica. son-in-law, Doug. The groom, son of Daryl and friend; Eric Bruce, the bride's , They reside in Clawson. View Online Passages www.hometownlife.com Obituaries, Memories & Rememberances^^^^ How to reach us: 1-800-579-7355 • fax 313-496-4968 • [email protected] Deadlines:^ Friday, 4:15 p.m. for Sunday paper• Wednesday, 9:45 a.m. for Thursday paper, HUEGLI, „ MURRAY, JANET VIVIAN KENNETH JOHN Bom September 17, 1929 in Age 83, September 22, 2012. Blue Island, 111. to Joe and Esther Loving father of Preston (Janet), Jackson went home to her Lord Mark (Dawn), Michelle (Al) Ur and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sep ban, Kevin (Brenda), Paul tember 15, 2012. Janet and her (Ryan) and Kathryn (Kent) husband Richard raised their Kzeski. Dear grandfather of family in Livonia, MI. where Damon . (Michelle), Heather, they lived for 40 plus years be Erin, Albert, Emily, Amy, Alli- DH GUERRERA, fore they moved to Brighton, MI. ' son and Alexandra. Great grand JINKS, LONEDDY NORMAN "PHIL" DR. DANIEL F. Janet is survived by her six chil- father of Ian, Alexa, Ashley and FRANK W., II , Of Chelsea, Michigan, Age 96, Of Holly, age 76, died Monday, • Born on 2/29/48 in Waterbury, .dren, Richard, John, Elizabeth, Ava. Brother of Donald (Donna) Age 87, of Longwood, passed away on Saturday, Sep September 24, 2012 at his resi CT. Released from a rare form of Barbara, Peter and Jennifer, and and Gordon (June) Murray, Mar t Florida, and formerly of tember 22, 2012 at the Chelsea dence. A Memorial Service will dementia on 9/22/12. Dan leaves a host of grandchildren. Janet garet Murray-Silverman ' and: Birmingham, Michigan, Retirement Community. He was be held 11 am Tuesday, October behind his wife, Peggy Lynch, will be missed by many for her Mary Lou (Don) Rice. Ken was died peacefully Septem born on February 7, 1916 on the' 2, 2012 at Holy Spirit Lutheran who was his best friend/worst generous and adventurous na a longtime resident of Livonia, ber 14th in Longwood. Frank family homestead in Ogden Church, 7234 Fe'nton Road, critic/partner in all things funny ture, good sense of_ humor, and MI. He was an employee of Ford was born on September 11, 1925 Township, Blissfield, MI, to Grand Blanc, Pastor William and absurd. He was the proud, lo've for God, family'and friends. Motor Co. and subsequently an to the late Frank and Edna Airline Executive. Funeral Serv Mary (Eddy) and Ellsworth ' Stenke officiating. Cremation playful, devoted father of Jamie Janet's family will miss her for (Moiles) Sinks in Detroit, Michi Dickerson. Lon married Maxine has taken place. Contributions and a faithful follower of her ice at the R.G. & G.R. Harris Fu gan. He was brought up in Farm presence; she was always there. neral Home, 15451 Farmington Merryfield on October 14, 1939. may be directed to Genesys Hos gymnastics teams. His sisters, She was a promoter of independ ington, graduated from Cran- Lon and Maxine moved to Ply pice. Visitation 10am Tuesday Elaine Guerrera (John Rd., .Livonia, Monday, 11a.m. brook School in 1943, and ence, and an ambassador of big Visitation Sunday, from 1-8 p.m. mouth, MI in 1950 where they until the time of the service at McFarlane) of S. Burlington, VT hugs and warm welcomes for earned his Bachelor of Science owned and operated Dickerson's the church. Norman was born in and Sandra Pierpont (David) of Memorial contributions may be ' degree in Engineering from the home comings. She will also be directed to the American Cancer Market until 1968. Lon then Plymouth, Michigan on April 13, Christiansted, USVI, are mourn missed for her loving spirit, her University of Michigan. He was worked as a butcher for Kroger's 1936, and retired to Fairfield ing the loss of their baby brother Society. Please share a memory a First Lieutenant in the United sense of humor and for the joy at: www.regrharris.com States Marine Corps, and served for the next 17 years. They Glade, Tennessee in 1998. He who was known to them as she brought with her where ever moved from Plymouth to the married Eleanor Hunt on June "Butch". He w/s" trie adored and during both World War II and she went. Family and friends are the Korean War. Frank married Chelsea Retirement Community 29, 1957. He was a member of pampered son-in-law of Mattie invited to a memorial service on in July 2002. They had 63 years Holy Spirit Lutheran Church of Lynch of Livonia, MI, and a cra the late Sally Mock in 1949. together before Maxine's passing Saturday, October 13 at 2:00 They lived in Detroit and then Grand Blanc and served in Ste zy fun brother-in-law to Peter PM, at Faith Lutheran Church, in 2003. Throughout Lon's life phen Ministry. He was a member (Donna), John (Denise), Jane, Birmingham, Michigan, before he enjoyed sports, fishing, and of Via de Cristo. Surviving are 30000 5 Mile Road, Livonia, MI retiring to "Village on the Pat, and Janet Lynch. Uncle Dan 48154 -' being with his family and numer wife, Eleanor "Ellie"; daughter, to many. Dr. Guerrera had a long Green" . in Longwood, Florida. ous friends. Lon is survived by Carol (Tito) DelFavero; grand and fulfilling career as a psy IN MEMORY He enjoyed his work at General his partner, Alberta Sabin; his children, Tony Centofanti, Caro chologist, graduating from the Il POND, MICHAEL L. , Motors, where he became the Di children, Lon (Anne) of lyn Centofanti, Logan and linois School of Professional Always loved and remembered rector of Engineering for Detroit Metairie, LA and Karen Brayden Goebel; mother, Helen; Psychology in 1985. Before then, forever in our hearts. From: Diesel, Allison Division. He was (Merlyn) Street of Chelsea; his brothers, Tom (Elaine) and Bill he directed a residential treat Dad Mom & sister Michelle a member of the Society of Au grandchildren: Charna Boquette, (Ellen). He was preceded in ment center for runaway and tomotive Engineers and of Christ Robert (Cara) Dickerson, Sarah death by his son, Joel Philip, fa troubled teens (the Fourth Street •... Church Cranbrook. Frank was Jackson, Martina (Erik) Tjolsen, ther, Norman and grandson, Aar- Bridge) in Rockford, IL, where • and Kyung Paik (Peter Dickers PA««AfP"*"(.' dedicated to his family, was an k he met his dear friends! John and . son); and ten great- , n on Centofanti. .'•-,-- -. "*-»»• rm££r^^rVr,jQved_io.woik. wrtfw. grandchildren. In addition to his .Yourcondolences may be shared . • Mary Riedel and where he per ,MARION FLOWERS tools, and socialize with friends.....- . wife, he was preceded in death with the family at fected his pancake making and Passed away oh July 15, 2012 at He showed courage throughout by his parents and his siblings: www.swartzfuneralhomeinc.com omelette flipping skills. Years the age of 96. Marion was a 53 his struggle with multiple sclero Leota Powers, Harper, Alice Fla later, he brought these same year resident of Livonia and a sis. He is survived by his three nagan, Myrtle Schattenheim, El skills ' to Hopewell Schools/ member of St. Andrews Church children; Frank Sinks III of mer, and Eunice Sherbrook. A Bridgepoint Academy along with in Livonia since 1959. Her hus Brooklyn, New York; Jim Sinks Funeral Service will be held on his compassion and desire to band Robert E. Passage preceded of Montclair, New Jersey; and LABARGE JR. her in death. She is survived by Friday, September 28, 2012 at help all kids who may need it. ALBIE Sarah Thompson of Murrysville, 10:00 a.m. at the Chelsea Retire He joined his wife's private psy her daughters Carolyn Pennsylvania. He is also sur Died September 24, 2012, age' Kleinsmith and, Rita Passage. vived by ,three grandchildren; ment Community Chapel, 801 chotherapy practice in 1988 and 87. Beloved husband of the late W. Middle St., Chelsea with Ja formed a lifelong partnership Also surviving are grandchildren Rachel and Keith Thompson, Gwendolyn. Dear father of Douglas and Astrid Kleinsmith, and Mia Sinks. He was net Alford officiating. -Visitation and the closest of friendships Gerianne (Charles) Anglin, Da will be held at the Staffan- with Dr. Susan Love, Dr. Jay Jeffrey and Emily Kleinsmith proceeded in death by his wife, vid LaBarge, and Elizabeth , and Erik and Susan Kleinsmith Sally, on September 30, 2009. A Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea Callahan, and Dr. Frank Pieri LaBarge. Grandfather of CJ on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 WILLIAMS, (Dr. Gary Mihalik). Back in the and six great grandchildren, private memorial service will be DOROTHY H. (Katharine), and Chad. Visitation Christian, Alexander, Ethan, Oli held in Michigan at a later date. p.m. and also at the Chapel on 'day, a former student of Dr. Rob MANNS-FERGUSON Funeral Friday from 9-10 a.m. Memorial Died September 25, 2012. She is via, John and Grant. A memorial Donations may be sent to the survived by Belton, her beloved Puis with whom Dan spent some Home 17000 Middlebelt Road Mujtiple Sclerosis Foundation. Contributions may be made to of the best days of his life play service will be held at Schrader- husband of 66 years; her chil (S. of 6 Mile) on Thursday from Howell- Funeral Home, 280 S. . the UMRC Heritage Foundation, ing tennis and goofing around. 2 to 8 pm with a Rosary prayed 805 W. Middle St., Chelsea, MI dren, Martha W. Flynn and Tho Main St., Plymouth, on October WRIGHT, mas B . Williams; grandchildren, Rob and his wife, Carmen—the at 6:30 pm. In State Friday 10:45 ALICE R. 48118. most supportive and wonderful 6, 2012 at 11 am. In lieu of flow Emily Ann Lipnick and Kevin am until the time of Mass at ers the family is suggesting con September 23, 2012, age 95. Be Flynn; brother and sister-in-law, friend-made the last days for his 11:30 am at St. Genevieve-St. wife free of any needs and con tributions to The Wounded War loved mother of Gary (Barbara) DORFSTATTER Ralph and Alice Hammond; and Maurice Catholic Church 29015 rior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Wright, Daryl (Judy) Wright, numerous nephews. and nieces. cerns. Dan will also be sorely Jamison St. in Livonia. Memori HELENEA. missed by his "lakehouse" Topeka, KS 66675 or The Se Cheryl (David) Wurster and She was preceded in death by her . als are suggested to the Lions cret Service Uniform Division Merrie (Bob) West. Also leaves Died 9/24/2012. Visitation Fri. friends of nearly 30 years: Mary Club Highnooners 15600 4-8pm Casterline Funeral Home parents, Maud and John Ham Benefit Fund, P.O. Box 27221, seven grandchildren, six great mond, and sisters, Ruby Mae Kenyon, Don Smalligan, David Middlebelt, Livonia, MI 48154 122 W. Dunlap Northville. Mass Johns, Kathleen Turley, Jack Washington, DC 20038 grandchildren and sister Anna Edge and Ruth Imes. Dorothy Share a memory at: Swindell. Services were held to Sat. 10:30am, St. James Catholic Komejan,' Anne Getz, Jeffrey www.mannsfuneralhome.com Church. 46325 10 Mile.' Novi. • was born on July 17, 1924 in day at the Schrader-Howell Fu McAlester, Oklahoma and grad Beard, and Karen Krawczak. Dan is also mourned by his per neral Home, Plymouth, MI. ECKLER, uated from Southeastern Oklaho www.schrader-howell.com ma State University, where she sonal caregiver, Steve Williams, DWIGHTONN. who now has his own fan club PETERS, GEORGE C. Age 81, former Farmington and met Belton. They were married 92, of Northumberland, WRIGHT, in 1946 when he returned from among Dan's friends and family. Plymouth resident, died Septem Memorial Services to be held at i PA, died on September ALICE R. ber 25, 2012 in Marquette, MI. service in World War II. Doro 22, 2012 at Nottingham September 23, 2012, age 95. Be thy made loving homes for her Grace Lutheran Church in River Survived by wife, Mary Ellen Forest on Sat, Oct 13 at 1 lam. In Village ' of congestive loved mother of Gary (Barbara) (Fryfogle) Eckler; daughter, An family in Oklahoma and Texas heart faiiure. He was a native of Wright, Daryl (Judy) Wright, before ' moving to the Chicago ' lieu of flowers, please help us drea (Brian) Giddens; son, Brent show our deepest appreciation to Madisonville, Louisiana, and a Cheryl (David) Wurster and Eckler; step-daughter, Kathy area in 1958. She and Belton MITCHELL, graduate of Centenary College in Merrie (Bob) West. Also leaves moved to Plymouth, MI in .1979. the soulful caretakers at Rain VICKIE L. (Leroy) Snooks; step-son; Wil bow Hospice in Mt. Prospect, IL. Shreveport, Louisiana. George sever grandchildren, - six great liam J. (RaeAnn) Knopf; 5 Dorothy is remembered fondly Sept 23, 2012, age 55 of Ply served in World War II as a Ma grandchildren and sister Anna by the hundreds of people she Arrangements by Giancola Fu- mouth. Beloved daughter of Jer grandchildren and 1 great? neral & Cremation 800.975.4321 rine officer assigned to the bat Swindell. Services were held to grandchild. No services. taught in elementary school for ry and Sharlene Finnegan. Dear tleship Nevada. He participated day at the Schrader-Howell Fu more than 20 years. She was a sister of Brenda (Gordon) Cor Condolences at www.swanson HANTON, in the invasions of Normandy, neral Home, Plymouth, MI. lundquistfuneralhome.com supportive and caring teacher am, Shannon Finnegan and Jen '. southern France, Iwo Jima, and www.schrader-howell.com who loved her students. Dorothy • ' JOHN THOMAS nifer (Michael) Gibbons. Dear Okinawa. George retired from and Belton were active in the life John "Jack". Hanton, age 91, for aunt of Bradley Finnegan and the Corps with the rank of Cap of Trinity Evangelical Presbyter merly of Livonia, passed away Ryan Coram. Dear granddaugh tain. He had a successful busi ian Church. Dorothy was a lead Monday, Sept. 17 after a heart ter of Ella "Betty" Johnson. Visi ness career with General Motors er in the Thursday Morning Bi attack in Provo, Utah. Jack was tation Friday 12 Noon until the 4 in Detroit and retired in 1984 as Let others ble Study Group for over 30 born to Henry and Maria Morri PM. Funeral Service at the Manager of Administrative years. Her contributions includ son Hanton on July 4, 1921 in Vermeulen Funeral Home, , Affairs, Public Relations Staff. ed bringing music to the group. Windsor, Ontario. He is survived 46401 W. Ann Arbor Rd (btwn George is survived by one know... She selected music, created by his wife, of 69 years, Catherr Sheldon & Beck) Plymouth. Me daughter and son-in-law, Ann songbooks, and took great pleas ine Isabel Hanton; his sons John morials may be made to the and Thomas Williams of Dallas, ure in accompanying the ladies' and William (Peggy); 6 grand "Family Memorial Fund". TX; one son and daughter-in- JVANS, singing with her autoharp. Doro children and 9 great grandchil To share a memory, please visit: law, Dr. John and Carrie Peters When you've lost a TERESA P. thy was devoted to her family dren. Funeral services were held vermeulenfuneralhome.com of Lew'isburg, PA; one sister, Of Hale, Michigan formerly of and supportive of all their en on Sept. 29th at the Fred Wood Imelda Amadon of New Orleans; loved one, place South Lyon, passed away peace deavors. She is deeply missed Funeral Home in Livonia. SZELIGA, two grandsons, George and Mi fully after a lengthy illness on and remembered with love by Please visit online guest book MARIGOLD H. chael Williams; and one grand your notice on our her family and her many friends. fredwoodfuneralhome.com Passed away September 23, 2012 daughter, Shannon Peters. He September 25, 2012 at 87 years A memorial service is scheduled of age. Beloved wife of the late at age 89. Beloved wife of the was preceded in death by his website and in for Thursday, October 4 at 11:00 PRINGLE, late Bernard W. Loving mother George M. Evans. Mother of wife of 62 years, Dorothea. A AM at Trinity Evangelical Pres ROBERT W. of Bernadette (Clarence) memorial mass will be celebrat "Passages"... a Cheryl (Lawrence) Liedel of byterian Church, with visitation - Age 89, September 23,2012. Treadwell, Vincent (Barbara), Hale. Grandmother of Lori, ed at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Octo at 10:00 AM prior to the service. Beloved husband of the late Renee Therrien, Conrad ber 18, at the Sacred Heart directory located Sean, Jason, Jessica and Lucas. Reverend Mark Fuller will offi Maureen. Loving father of Paul (Wadad), Gerald, Brian, and Pa Also survived by 15 great grand Church, 814 St. Louis St., ciate. Memories may be shared (Cheryl) and Debra Pringle. mela Hess. Dearest grandmother Lewisburg, PA with the Rev. in every edition of children and one great-great at vermeulenfuneralhome.com. Grandfather of James and Jac of Kelly (Samuel) Molin, Kevin grandson. Sister of Thomas and Msgr. William M. Richardson, The family suggests any memo queline Pringle and Ryan Ram (Suzanna) Szeliga, James officiating. Burial will be held your hometown Richard Kremhelmer. Preceded rial contributions be made to Tri sey. Preceded in death by her- Therrien, Mark Szeliga, privately. In lieu of flowers, me in death by her parents, Anthony J nity's Deacon Fund and sent to siblings, Dorothy and George. Jonathon Szeliga, Kayla Szeliga, morial contributions to benefit newspaper. and Helen Kremhelmer and the church at 10101 W. Ann Ar Funeral Services will be on Fri Kimberly Szeliga, Andrea Hess Camp Victory may be made to siblings, Bethany, Arthur and bor Road, Plymouth, MI 48170. day at 11am (instate at 10am) at (Fiance James), Erica Hess, The Nicholas Wolff Founda Robert. Cremation has, taken the First United Methodist Adam Hess (Fiance Sammi). tions, P.O. Box 810, Millville, hotnetownlifexom place and a graveside memorial Church, 6443 Merriman Rd., Dear great-grandmother of PA 17846. The family is being service will be held at a later Garden City. Visitation Thurs Hailey and Sam Molin. Marigold assisted by Cronrath-Grenoble OBSERVER & ECCENTRIC date. Memorial contributions day from 2 pm until 9pm at the was also a longtime member of Funeral Home, South Second trOMETOWN suggested to Hospice Angelic. pylay^peace be R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral the Daughters of Isabella. A fu and St. Louis Streets, Lewisburg, XJ.WEEKUES "Arrangements handled by the Home, 31551 Ford Rd„ Garden neral Mass was held at St. Pris- PA. Expressions of sympathy Hale Chapel of the Buresh Fu with..you in"this City, i' Robert's family suggests cilla Catholic Church and ar may be shared.at: neral Home. donations to the Karmanos Can ranged through the Neely- Call Those wishing to express words cer Center or Hospice Com- Turowski Funeral Home in Livo time of sorrow. passus. nia. www.neeiy-turowski.com www.cronrathgrenoble 1-800-579-735S of sympathy may do so at funeralhome.com www.bureshfiineralhomes.com BIO . (*) SHARON DARGAY, EDITOR SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30,2012 • [email protected] OBSERVER & ECCENTRIC (313)222-8833 HOMETOWNLIFE.COM HEALTH FACEBOOK: HOMETOWNLIFE.COM Make your feet happy \. With more than 26 • Stretching exercises al times a day to reduce bones, 33 joints and more for heel and food swelling than 100 muscles, tendons • Rest You should visit a podi and ligaments, the human • Night splints atrist if the pain persists. foot is quite a piece of • Shoes with good sup If left untreated, bunions anatomy. A lot of people port; shoe inserts or a can get larger and more take their feet for granted heel cup painful. Your doctor may — until they start to hurt. Treatment can last recommend padding and The American Podiat- anywhere from sever taping, anti-inflammatory ric Medical Association al weeks to two years, drugs or cortisone injec- ' (APMA) says that 75 per although most feel bet tions, physical therapy or cent of Americans will ter in about nine months. shoe inserts. Surgery to have some kind of foot > Sometimes, more drastic remove the bony enlarge problem during their life measures are called for, ment and/or restore nor time. Some problems such as wearing a boot mal alignment may be •/ are caused by congenital cast for several weeks, necessary. problems or disabilities. steroid shots, or foot sur But most come from gen gery. Ingrown toenails eral wear and tear as well Ingrown nails are the as abuse. Bunions most common nail prob Here are some common A bunion occurs when lem. When one or both foot problems and what the joint at the base of - of the corners or sides you can do to treat them: the big toe gets enlarged of the nail curves, and due to the big toe joint grows into the flesh, it Plantar Fasciitis being moved out of place. can lead to irritation, joint, and inserting a pin This is an inflamma The toe is forced to bend redness and swelling. that protruded from the tion of the plantar fascia, toward the other toes, Ingrown toenails can toe for four to six weeks. the band of thick, connec which causes a painful be caused by heredi This makes it difficult for tive tissue that runs from lump of bone to form on ty, improperly trimmed < patients to work, bathe, . the heel to the toes, cre the foot. The joint itself nails, shoe pressure k L_> types of shoes force the drive or sleep normally ating the arch of the foot. can also become stiff and and crowding of toes, toe against the front of until the pin is removed. When the plantar fascia sore, making it even more or repeated trauma to the shoe, bending the toe. However, a new sur is overstretched or over difficult to wear shoes or the feet from everyday laser, or other outpatient unnaturally. ' gical option called nex- used, it gets inflamed, walk. activities such as run procedure. Symptoms of hammer tradesis is now avail causing pain and stiffness According to the APMA, ning or walking. ' -- To prevent ingrown toe can include redness able. The procedure in the bottom of the heel bunions are a symptom of Treatments —To toenails: and inflammation, joint uses a micro-implant and sometimes aching, or faulty foot development relieve pain, immerse • Avoid tight shoes and stiffness, corns, calluses called Nextra, designed a burning sensation in the and are usually caused your foot in a basin of shoes with narrow or and open sores, and pain. to straighten a toe to a bottom of the foot. by an inherited foot type, warm water or soapy , pointed toe boxes If left untreated, symp stable, natural position. Plantar fasciitis is one as well as the way peo water, then apply an anti • Do not rip or tear the toms can become worse, Developed by two prom of the most common ple walk and the kind of septic and bandage the edges of your nails making it difficult to walk inent foot and ankle orthopedic foot com shoes worn. Symptoms affected area. Howev • Trim toenails by and wear shoes. surgeons, Nextra was plaints, and is seen in both include redness, swelling er, anyone with diabe cutting them straight Treatments — Treat reviewed and cleared by men and women. Accord or pain near the big toe tes, peripheral vascular across. Do not dig into ment options for ham the U.S. Food and Drug ing to the National Insti joint, a firm bump on the disease or other circu the corners, and only mertoes range from the Administration 2011. With tutes of Health, you're outside edge of the foot latory disorders should gently round off corners simple to the surgical. this procedure, patients more likely to get plan at the base of the big toe, avoid any kind of self- with a nail file. Nonsurgical treatment can return to work and tar fasciitis if you have and painful or restricted treatment, according to options include: normal activities, bathe foot arch problems, sud motion of the big toe. the APMA. Seek medical Hammertoes • Wearing wider shoes more regularly and sleep den weight gain, shoes Treatments—You can care as soon as possible. A hammertoe is a toe with lower heels more peacefully than with poor arch support or relieve some of the pain If there is drainage, that is curled because • Doing toe exercises with traditional pins. The if you are involved in long by: odor or excessive red there is a bend in the • Using padding, tape or risk of infection and reoc distance running. . • Using a commercial,. ness, you may have an • middle joint of the toe. It splinting currence of hammertoe Treatments — See your non-medicated bunion infection. See a podia can happen with any toe, • Taking medication for also is reduced signifi health care provider. He pad trist or health care pro but is most often the sec the pain cantly when bone healing or she may start by rec • Wearing shoes with a vider. For chronic prob ond toe. It's caused by an • Using orthotics occurs. 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