Obituary: Larry L. Wright Sr.
Larry L. Wright Sr. of Manchester, MI, age 80, died suddenly Monday, February 27, 2017 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Chelsea. He was born January 4, 1937 in Petersburg, Michigan, preceding him in death his parents Leo Merle & Ida Annabelle (McKeever) Wright, and brother Herbert Wright. Larry lived in Manchester for 79 years. He […]
Obituary: Thomas Gerald Eversole
Thomas Gerald Eversole, age 77, of Manchester passed away on February 24, 2017 at the Lane Purcell Hospice House in Sumterville, Florida following a brief battle with cancer. Thomas was born August 24, 1939 in Ann Arbor to Phillip and Hattie (Knickerbocker). On December 6, 1958 he married Beverly Green in Manchester and she survives. […]
Community Resource Center – Not just a hand out, a hand up!
submitted by Laura Seyfried, director For nearly 29 years the Community Resource Center (CRC) has been serving individuals and families in need by offering effective programs that improve their lives, promote volunteerism, and enhance the welfare of the Manchester community. Ultimately, the goal of the CRC is to offer a hand up, not just a […]
Obituary: Florence Ann Parr
Her Legacy… Parr, Florence Ann, age 89, passed away February 20, 2017 at Cambrian Assisted Living in Tecumseh, MI. She was born on October 29, 1927 to Herman and Emma (Schnierle) Ashfal in Ann Arbor, MI. Florence married the love of her life, Floyd Parr, on August 28, 1948 at Manchester United Methodist Church. Her […]
Obituary: Leo James “Jim” Kensler
His Legacy…Kensler, Leo James “Jim”, age 87 life-long resident of Manchester, MI passed away February 18, 2017 at St. Joseph Mercy Health. He was born on March 29, 1929 in Manchester at the family home, the son of Erwin A. and Louise (Kaig) Kensler. Jim proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the […]
Announcements: Happy 90th Birthday Barb Hunget
Happy 90th Birthday, Barb Hunget. Much love, from all your friends and family.
Frank’s in the Morning is ready for Paczki Day, Feb 28th
Fat Tuesday is February 28th, and Jessica Bushaw of Frank’s in the Morning is preparing to make her delicious paczki. Bushaw, single-handedly, makes fresh donuts Mon-Sat every week. Paczki Day is a special undertaking; for the last 3 years she and her assistants have started at 5pm Monday evening mixing the unique paczki dough. Then the […]
Riley Collins named February Student of the Month
The Student of the Month for February is Riley Collins. She is a senior at Manchester High School and the daughter of John and Erin Collins of Manchester. During her high school career here at Manchester, Riley has been involved with the National Honor Society, Bow Tie Society, and the Spanish Club. She also […]
Manchester Middle School 2016-2017 Second Marking Period Honor Roll
HIGH HONORS 8th Grade Adams, Christina Blumenauer, Katelyn Brown, Starr Corwin, Andrew Dodak, Jenna DuRussel, Mallory Gebhardt, Gweneth Keast, John Kerns, Carli Mann, Ryan Messman, Jacob O’Hotzke, Sarah Phillips, Jessica Ridenour, Kayla Vogel, Madison Waters, Amelia Waters, Phoenix Woods, Victoria Zimmer, Nathan Zink, Mykaela 7th Grade Allion, William Anderson, Haley Bargardi, Anthony Beck, Amy Beerens, […]
Grand Valley State University December Graduates
More than 1,000 Grand Valley State University students participated in commencement ceremonies on December 10 at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids. Two Manchester students graduated at the conclusion of the Fall 2016 semester in December: Jake J. Bond graduated with a BBA, and Sarah M. Fielder graduated with a MS.
