FLU SHOTS AVAILABLE THROUGH FORKS SENIOR CENTER THURSDAY, OCTOBER 30

Flu shots will be available at the Forks Senior Center, 1418 Cooper St. Albion, on Thursday, October 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

You must call the Center at 517-629-3842 for an appointment.  Bring Medicare and insurance cards with you.  This is open to the public.

To find out more, contact Bev Bentley or Hilda Ebbinghaus at (517) 629-3842, or email: seniorcenter2005@sbcglobal.net

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME ENDS THIS WEEKEND

Daylight Saving Time officially ends at 2 a.m. this Sunday, Nov. 2. Don’t forget to turn your clocks and other time-related electronic devices back one hour before going to bed Saturday night.

Also be sure to test the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

OBITUARY

Douglas Eugene Pace, 60, of Albion, passed away Sunday, October 26, 2008 at his home. He was born July 26, 1948 in Albion to John L. and Pearlie (Poe) Pace. He was a Journeyman Pattern and Die Maker at Harvard Industries from 1967 until retiring in 1992 due to ill health. Douglas enjoyed bowling, wrestling, hunting, and Country Western movies.

He is survived by a daughter, Tina L. Baines, Battle Creek; a son, James D. (Patricia) Pace of Howe, Texas; two grandsons, Tyler Baines, Battle Creek, and Brenden Pace, Howe, Texas; one granddaughter, Briza Pace, Howe, Texas; one brother, Melvin (Malinda) Pace, Albion; and two sisters, Anita Mulkey, Olivet, and Teresa (Mike) Hamilton, Albion.

He was preceded in death by his parents, twin infant sons, Donald and Ronald Pace, and one brother, Larry Pace.

Visitation will be Wednesday, October 29, from 2 – 4 and 6 – 8 p.m. at the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Dr., Albion.

Funeral Service will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, October 30 at the funeral home, with Rev. Ellis Howard officiating. Interment will follow at Albion Memory Gardens. Memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Arrangements made by the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home. For more information, call (517) 629-7050. Also see the website at:  www.kevintiddfuneralhome.com

OBITUARIES

John W. Sharp, 55, of Suttons Bay, passed away October 11, 2008 at Munson Hospice House. He was born September 1, 1953 in Albion, Michigan. John married Carrie A. Cantalupo on April 20, 1985 in Ann Arbor. He graduated from The College of Wooster in Wooster, Ohio and earned his law degree from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Lansing. John enjoyed photography, boating, and working on genealogy.

Surviving John is his devoted wife of 23 years, Carrie; his cherished children, John Joseph Sharp and Audrey Jane Sharp; his loving parents, John C. and Shirley Sharp of Albion; and his wonderful sisters, Jane (Marion) Seaton of Tennessee, Diane (Leroy) Jacobsen, of Cedar River, and Debbie Cunningham of Battle Creek.

A celebration of John’s life is being planned for Saturday, November 1, 2008 at 2 p.m. at the Suttons Bay High School Auditorium.

Memorials may be directed to Suttons Bay Public Schools Friends of Fine Arts (PO Box 367, Suttons Bay, MI 49682) and to the Leelanau Conservancy (PO Box 1007, Leland, MI 49654). Memorials may also be made online for both organizations: www.suttonsbayschools.com and www.theconservancy.com

Arrangements were made by the Cremation & Burial Society of Michigan.

Winifred Marie Gertz, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 23, 2008 at Best Care Plus West Foster Care Home in Marshall.

Winifred (Winnie) daughter of Ida Krueger Boldt and Paul Boldt, was born in Albion on February 10, 1920. She was baptized at St. Paul Lutheran by Rev. A. Spiegel on April 10, 1920. With the exception of a brief time in Detroit where she was confirmed at Christ Jehovah Lutheran on the 17th of April, 1942. She lived most of her life in the Albion Area.

Winnie graduated from Albion Washington Gardner High School on June 11, 1937. On June 21, 1941 she married her sole mate Herbert Gertz in Toledo, Ohio. Together they raised two children; a son Ronald P. Gertz and a daughter Janice K. nee’Gertz Shedd .

Along with her husband, she was a founding member of the Albion Area Ambulance Service, a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church , and a former member of the Leisure Hour Club. She was an avid reader and excellent seamstress and also loved dancing. She and her husband belonged to several Square Dance Clubs.

Over the years she was employed by Lonergan, Southeastern Michigan Gas Company, Bishops Furniture Store and retired from the City of Albion after almost 20 years as Deputy City Clerk. After retirement she and her husband built a home in Marengo where she became Township Treasurer and ran a small dry goods store out of her home.

Surviving are two children; Ronald Peter Gertz (Mary), Janice Kay Shedd (John). Four grandchildren; Amy Gertz Salter (Steve), J. Bradley Shedd , Michael R. Shedd , Trevor J. Shedd (Ashley) and three great-grandchildren; Maxwell (9) and Molly (5) Salter and 1 month old Miss Avery J. Shedd.

She was preceded in death by her husband Herbert Gertz in May of 1999, and her brother Darwin Boldt and Sister Louise Schielke Burns.

Cremation has taken place and interment will be at Riverside Cemetery in Albion .

A celebration of Winnie’s life will be held Sunday, November 2 at St Paul Lutheran Church of Albion, 100 Luther Blvd. at 1:30 p.m. It will be followed by a light lunch in Luther Hall.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials be given to St. Paul Lutheran Church remodeling fund, Citizens to Beautify Albion, Allegiance Hospice or donor’s choice.

Arrangements are by J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion, MI.

For more information, call (517) 629-7050. Also see the website at: www.kevintiddfuneralhome.com

Paul B. Sattler, age 80, of Concord, passed away October 23, 2008 at his residence. Paul was born November 5, 1927 in Fulton, Ohio to Paul and Mary (Manley) Sattler. He was married to Imogene F. Weishar on March 26, 1955 in Angola, Indiana and she survives.

Paul has been a resident of the area for most of his life. He worked for the New York Central Railroad for 11 years and also worked at various factories in the area. He was owner-operator of  Sattlers Taysty Treat in Concord since 1968. He enjoyed hunting and casino trips.

He is survived by: his wife, Imogene of Concord; three sons, Chris L. (Arlene) Sattler of Concord, Tim G. (Connie) Sattler of Las Vegas, Nevada, Scott T. (Teresa) Sattler of Concord; eight grandchildren; five great grandchildren; four sisters, Lynette Flag of Las Vegas, Nevada, Lucille Brosamer of Chelsea, Patricia Sattler of Kalamazoo, and Rita Latorre of Virginia; two brothers, Bob Sattler of Eaton Rapids and John Sattler of Clark Lake.

He was preceded in death by a son, Paul B. Sattler III; three brothers, Joe Sattler, Stanley “Stub”Sattler and Tom Sattler; and one sister, Rosetta Giordano.

Visitation for Friends and Family will begin on Monday October 27 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Finley Drive Chapel of the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive Albion, Michigan 49224.

Funeral Services will be Tuesday October 28 at 11 a.m. at St. John Catholic Church, 1020 Irwin Avenue in Albion with Rev. Fr. Carl Peltz officiating. Burial will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery- Concord.

Assistance with memorial contributions to: U of M Cancer Research is available at the funeral home.

Arrangements made by the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home. For more information, call (517) 629-7050. Also see the website at: www.kevintiddfuneralhome.com

OBITUARY

Tillman Cornelius, Jr., age 75, of Albion, passed away Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at Carelink  of Jackson.

He was born February 22, 1933 in Macon, Georgia to Tillman and Ethel Lee (Blash) Cornelius, Sr. In 1944 the family relocated to Albion, Michigan. Tillman attended Albion Public Schools graduating with the class of 1950. He served our country in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict and received an honorable discharge in January 1955.

Tillman worked as a laborer for Brooks Foundry for over 10 years until he became the Recreation Director for the City of Albion in June 1969. He served in this position for 30 years until retiring in January 2000. As a young adult, Tillman loved playing basketball and baseball. He played baseball with the Malleable Giants and was a phenomenal athlete. Later in life he enjoyed watching and attending sporting events, helping out in the community and talking to his many relatives and friends.

Tillman leaves to cherish his memory three daughters, Charlinda Green of Albion, Alicia Byrd and Karen (Darrin) Taylor both of Lansing, two granddaughters, Erica Cornelius and Kayla Greene, two grandsons, Darius Prather and Trey Taylor, one sister, Florence Brewer of Albion, two brothers, Floyd Cornelius of Albion and Hiawatha “Tight” & Jackie Cornelius of Kalamazoo, special niece, Charmaine (Charles) Eagen of Jackson, and close friends: Gordon Davidson, Harold Reid, Leslie Harris, Donald and Raymond Collins, and Faye Craig, as well as a host of other loving relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Dorothy Cornelius.

Acknowledgements: The family of Tillman Cornelius would like to thank our many friends for your expression of kindness and generosity extended to us during our time of sorrow. Our family is deeply grateful for all of your love and support. May God continue to bless each of you.

Visitation will be Sunday, October 26, from noon – 8 p.m. at the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion.

A Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, October 27, at Goodrich Chapel, Albion College, with Reverend Fred H. Alexander, Jr., officiating. Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery, Albion. Family Hour will be from 10 a.m. until time of service. Memorials are suggested to the Albion Recreation Department.

Arrangements made by the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home. For more information, call (517) 629-7050. Also see the website at: www.kevintiddfuneralhome.com

2 Home Invasions in Albion This Month

By Scott R Heath, Editor

Longtime city resident Gloria Lopez revealed that she was the victim of home invasion by two females on October 3, 2008. One girl stayed outside and for two hours the other girl allegedly tortured and beat Ms. Lopez. She appeared before the Albion City Council Meeting last night and asked for help because of Albion Public Safety’s unwillingness to pursue the case.

Last night the Hunt residence at the corner of Ionia and Miller Drive was invaded by two black males with guns. There are weekly poker games at the residence so police are unsure about suspects. It is unknown how much the pair got away with.

Albion City Council Sets Halloween Activities for Oct 31, 2008

By Scott R Heath, Albion Oracle Editor

It’s Official! Trick or treaters will be going door-to-door from 6-8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 31. The date and time was sanctioned last night by the Albion City Council. Candy inspections will be performed at the open fire truck bay at city hall. Parents were reminded that there should be an adult present while they’re trick or treating.

MOTHER APPEALS TO ALBION CITY COUNCIL FOR HELP IN FINDING MISSING DAUGHTER

by Scott R Heath, Albion Oracle Editor

Last night at the Albion City Council Meeting, Donna Fult appealed to the council for assistance in locating her 16 year old missing daughter, Angel Rose Fult. The 16 year old was placed in a facility by a Calhoun County Court, her mother said.

“She ran away from that facility on Aug. 18. I’m just reaching out for some help…I’m very scared for my daughter. I received an anonymous call from her at 3:06 a.m. on Aug. 24,” said Donna Fult. “That was the last I heard from her.”

Ms. Fult is unhappy about Albion Public Safety’s unwillingness to investigate her daughter’s case. Public Safety told her she didn’t meet the criteria.

Donna Fult added that Angel suffers from ADHD, bi-polar disorder, and has asthma.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Fult at (517) 629-2904.

ALBION CITY COUNCIL TO MEET IN REGULAR, EXECUTIVE SESSIONS MONDAY, OCTOBER 20

The Albion City Council will meet in regular session at 7 p.m. on Monday, October 20 in Council Chambers, second floor, Albion City Hall, 112 W. Cass St., Albion.

Agenda items for this meeting include the following:

Presentation on National Business  Women’s Week – Barbara Frederick

Consent Calendar:
A. Approval of Regular Session Minutes – Oct. 6, 2008

Items for Individual Discussion:
A. Request for Approval of MML Annual Dues of $5,705.00
B. Request for Approval to Set Halloween Trick or Treating in the City of Albion for Friday, October 31, 2008 from 6-8 p.m.
C. Request for Approval to Cast Ballot in Favor of Two Candidates for the MML Property & Liability Pool Board of Directors
D. Request for Approval to Purchase Segway for Public Safety
E. Request for Approval of Resolution #2008-24, to Place Abatement Charges on the 2008 Winter Property Tax Roll
F. Request for Approval to Award Roofing Bid for Street Department Garage Buildings to McDonald Roofing – $59,208.00
G. Request for Approval of Ordinance #2008-06, to Enact the FACTA Regulation to Protect Personal Identity.
H. Request for Approval of Resolution #2008-25, to Approve Building Authority Contract Notice (Maple Grove Apartments).
I. Motion to Excuse Absent Council Members.

Executive Session:
The City Manager requests an Executive Session under (Section 15.268(d), P.A. 267 of 1976, as amended) to consider the purchase or lease of real property up to the time an option to purchase or lease that real property is obtained.

Regular meetings of the Albion City Council are open to members of the public who are invited and encouraged to attend.

Executive sessions of the Albion City Council are not open to the public.

To find out more about City of Albion government, including contact information for locally elected officials, see the website at: http://www.ci.albion.mi.us

Domingo looks to unseat Wheaton; both vie for Albion mayor

Larry O’Connor • For the Enquirer • October 18, 2008

ALBION — This year’s mayoral race features a pair of lifetime residents who have lived a combined 123 years in the city. When it comes to political experience, though, incumbent William Wheaton and challenger Joseph Domingo Jr. couldn’t be further apart.

Wheaton’s held elected office for 14 years, nine of those as mayor. Domingo, a retired city employee, is making his first bid for elected office. On Nov. 4, Wheaton and Domingo will vie for a two-year mayoral term. The position pays $250 a month.

“I just thought I could make a change for the better,” said Domingo, who retired as Department of Public Works superintendent in June. Wheaton said he has some unfinished business as the city’s top elected official while adding, “Experience is necessary in these economic times.”

WILLIAM WHEATON

Infrastructure improvements, namely sidewalks and streets, remain a priority, Wheaton said. The key will be to find grants and alternative funding for projects if they are to continue in these perilous economic times.

An example of that is the new fire station/ambulance headquarters, which is being built with 40 percent funding from Huron Valley Ambulance Company and state and federal loans. Some, including Wheaton’s opponent, have chafed at the projected $800,000 cost, but the mayor thinks the final price tag will be less.

When completed, the structure on Clinton Street will house the city’s three fire engines as well as the private ambulance company, which will enhance public safety, Wheaton said.

“At least we don’t have to wait for them (Albion Community Ambulance) to come from Marshall or Jackson,” he said. “To me the benefit is there.”

Wheaton lauds overall city services, which has seen workers banding together to get more done. He gives high marks to City Manager Mike Herman, who is completing his 10th year on the job.

“A lot of communities would like to have a Mike Herman,” he said.

Like the city’s top administrator, Wheaton came under fire during a controversial assessment. He defends the $50 per parcel levy to fix crumbling walkways, which city council passed earlier this year.

“If you wait for somebody to come and give money and say, ‘I’d like you to work on the sidewalks,’ you’re never going to get that,” Wheaton said. “So we took a stand: Let’s put it out there and see where it goes.

“A lot of people have said it’s the most positive thing that happened in this community for a long time.”

JOSEPH DOMINGO JR.

Jobs are a pressing issue, and the mayor’s office could do more to assist residents on employment matters, Domingo said. He suggests the mayor work closer with the city’s Economic Development Corp. to promote Albion and pass on job leads from other communities.

“I think we can steer people in the right direction and help them if they need help with applications,” Domingo said.

Unlike the incumbent, the retired city worker views city council actions through a critical lens. He has qualms about proposed fire station and ambulance headquarters, speaking out against the project at a recent council meeting. He thinks the $800,000 would be better used to improve roads, sewers or sidewalks.

“That bad part about it is they didn’t even show people the plans,” Domingo said. “(City officials said), ‘If you want to see them, come down to city hall.’ I went down there and they didn’t even have them. How are the citizens supposed to find them?”

Domingo, who worked 20 years with the city, is complimentary on the services provided. He’s less enamored with the Albion’s top administrator, City Manager Mike Herman.

“I think there could be improvement,” he said before adding, “but everybody needs improvement.”

On issues such as the sidewalk levy or the city possibly going to a single waste hauler, city officials need to do a better job of informing residents, Domingo said. The single waste hauler matter has been delayed as city officials do more research. “We need to break that to them gently and don’t cram it down their throat like we did with the sidewalks,” he said.

Those views appear consistent with his campaign mantra.

“I want to be honest to all the citizens and I want to be direct as possible with everything that is going on,” Domingo said.