Katharina Early passed away on March 11, 2015 at the age of 78. She was born March 29, 1936 in Yugoslavia to Anton and Marie (nee Merkel) Schleis. She moved to the United States in 1952 and married her beloved late husband, Kenneth in July 1970. Katharina was very active in Eastern Star in Manton, Michigan. She loved to travel and liked to sing. She is the devoted mother of Kent (Cheryl) Early and the proud Grandmother of Brandon, Eric and Elizabeth. Katharina is also survived by her dearest brother Michael (Helene) Schleis. Friends may visit at the Schrader-Howell Funeral Home, 280 South Main Street, Plymouth on Monday, March 16th from 5pm until the time of the Memorial Service at 6:30pm. Memorials may be made in memory of Katharina Early to Shriners Hospitals for Children, 2900 North Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, Florida 33607.