G. Michael Bruning, 70 of Tecumseh, passed away on November 13, 2013 at ProMedica Herrick Hospital. He was born July 31, 1943 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Gilbert Henry and Charlotte Marie (Adams) Bruning. On September 27, 1964, he married Brenda Beshear.Michael and his wife moved to Tecumseh in 2005. He owned and operated Samuelson-Bruning Engineering & Construction Company in Indiana and later worked for R.E.I. Construction Services until his retirement in 2008. Michael enjoyed tinkering and keeping busy with various projects and keeping up with sports.
To the Editor,My friend and I took on the job of caring for numerous feral cats in Tecumseh around 2006. We saw a need and we worked daily to put TNR into practice after we read many articles on how to do this.We did not go looking for cats. They came across our paths and needed assistance. We undertook this for our community, to make it a better place for ALL. We have spent thousands of dollars to spay, neuter, vaccinate, house and feed daily these beautiful cats. It has all been money well spent. Some are true ferals and some are strays that have been abandoned by their humans.
To the Editor,I walk the trails so many times both at the community center and at the Burt Street entrance. First, I would like to congratulate the Eagle Scouts who put bridges across bad spots and made it so much nicer to walk the trails. That was one of the best gifts to the community, and I applaud them for all they have done. My other thought was, what are they doing on the trail off Burt Street? Brush and trees were removed on both sides of the trail and the brush was stacked way high along the side of the path.
To the Editor,Mark Madison’s letter of November 14 proposed that men should not have to pay for maternity coverage. After all a man can not get pregnant.Should a woman age 25 pay more for insurance than a man age 25? The ACA answer was no.The solution was a single coverage plan for all. Does Mark think that a woman’s insurance should cost more than a man’s?John AllenTecumseh
To the Editor,I have been helping feral cats for eight years. I and feral friends TNR (trap-neuter-return) and provide food and shelter to our feral colonies. This is truly a labor of love, the best therapy my soul has ever had. The colonies sit and wait in anticipation of our daily arrival. They so appreciate all that is done on their behalf. I would like to ask all that are concerned about the cat situation in our community to educate yourselves.
TECUMSEH — Cambrian Assisted Living is zeroing in on completion of a new construction project designed to provide state-of-the-art memory care in Tecumseh. Over the years, Cambrian owners have received requests to offer its award winning care to individuals experiencing quality of life issues related to Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
MONROE — On Saturday, Nov. 9, Kyle Alan Harrison, 27, was arraigned in Lenawee County District Court following an incident in Raisin Township late Friday night, Nov. 8. The suspect faces charges for: larceny in a building, larceny of a firearm, felony firearms and carrying a firearm with unlawful intent.Troopers from the Monroe Post of the Michigan State Police were dispatched to a Gady Road address on a report of larceny of firearms from a residence, according to a press release supplied by the post.
Although the number of people in Lenawee County receiving government food assistance has remained consistent since a large jump in 2008, local non-profit, God’s Bread Basket, continues to see the number of people served increase.The group started serving meals in 2010 and provided 7,000 meals the first year. In 2011, God’s Bread Basket served 9,000 meals with 10,000 meals provided in 2012. Roland von Kaler, president of the board, expects the 2013 numbers to be close to 11,000.There are two locations for meals.
To the Editor,Again, Tecumseh, you came through big time! The Board of Directors for God’s Bread Basket in Tecumseh is grateful to the Tecumseh community, and all the generous people for their support and the huge contributions of food to our organization during last week’s “Can Do Community Food Drive.” We, like all other organizations to help the needy, have had set-backs in our funding and your contributions in food have been a huge help. We will continue to serve food five evenings every week as long as we have the resources to do so.
To the Editor,The Friends of Tecumseh Schools Orchestra would like to thank local area businesses and residents for their generosity and support of our fundraising efforts during our 6th Annual “Spooktacular” Silent Auction. Local businesses and residents donated over 120 goods and services that were included in this year’s auction event.The auction and dessert extravaganza was held October 19, 2013 at the Tecumseh High School Cafetorium.
To the Editor,Thank you to all who donated food to the “Tecumseh Can Do” food drive. With the support of everyone who helped, we exceeded our goal of one truck by filling nearly two truck loads of food for the needy. All food was donated to the Tecumseh Service Club and God’s Bread Basket. Keep both groups in mind in the future as their needs continue through the year. A special thank you to Linda Hewlett and Denine Wells for their work to make this drive successful and to The Tecumseh Herald, The Daily Telegram and WLEN for helping promote it. Kevin WelchTecumseh
To the Editor,I must respond to Dr. Gehrke’s 11/7 editorial, criticizing my view of Obamacare. I’ll begin by saying that I know you, doctor; you’ve treated my family members, and I respect your years of medicine.But 35 years as a health care professional give me a different perspective, and you failed to address many of my concerns.First, the inept, buffoonish rollout exposes what happens when no-bid sweetheart deals for the Obamacare website are given to the husband of Michelle Obama’s college roommate!
To the Editor,Communities In Schools of the Tecumseh Area’s CISTA, mission statement is “To surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.” Tecumseh is a wonderful community that definitely supports the programs that enrich the lives of children!Our second grade students from Sutton and Herrick Park elementary buldings participated again this October in a Community Walk coordinated by CISTA. The students learn about history and government in Tecumseh and tour some local businesses.
To the Editor,Habitat for Humanity of Lenawee County would like to thank the Appleumpkin Planning Committee and the people of Tecumseh for another great festival! Events such as Appleumpkin provide non-profit organizations like Habitat an opportunity to share news about what we are doing in their community and the services we offer. This year we are especially grateful for the support we received from the people who purchased our famous pasties, which we delivered straight to God’s Bread Basket the following week.
Jerry T. Tomecek, age 82, of Tecumseh passed away at home with his loving family at his side under the gentle care of Hospice of Lenawee. He was born February 3, 1931 in Blissfield the son of Frank and Francis (Zak) Tomecek.He married Donna Hooten on July 28, 1954. Sadly, she preceded him in death on August 12, 1990. Together, they had three children and they survive; Teri Dam of Kalamazoo, Mich.; Joni (Shelby) Smith of Jacksonville Beach, Fla.; and Scott (Dayna) Tomecek of Naples, Fla.
A late come from behind effort by Tecumseh’s varsity football team fell short by a just one yard and the Indians closed their season at home on Friday, Nov. 8, with a 24-20 loss to Eaton Rapids in the MHSAA district final.But the Indians went down swinging. The Greyhounds gained a big 24-6 lead with just 7:16 remaining in the contest.
Clinton’s varsity football team earned its first district title since 1999 by defeating visiting Grass Lake 39-14 on Friday, Nov. 8.The Redskins took control of the game right from the opening quarter and went into the final quarter with a huge 32-0 lead.Clinton increased its lead to 39-0 with another touchdown added in the final quarter before allowing the Warriors to score their first touchdown with 6:30 remaining in the contest.
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LISD Tech Center FFA student Camden Grodi, left, and Tecumseh Rotary Club President Holly Willey work on a water pasteurization indicator at the tech center on March 21. Submitted photo.