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_ EATON RAPIDS - DEATH AND OBITUARIES _

2013

CAROL ANN GETTER Carol Ann Getter, 70, of

Hendersonville, NC, died Monday, November 19, 2012 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. A native of Michigan, she was the daughter of the late Harold L'. Getter and Bertha V. Pfiester Getter. She is also pre­ceded in death by three broth­ers: Herbert W. Getter, Harvey J. Getter, and Donald C. Getter.

She is survived by five chil­dren: Thomas W. Dillin and his wife Pam of NC, Marshal M. Dillin of NC, Tina M. Buckner of Ml, Edward S_ Dillin of NC, and Michelle D. Steele andner husband David Steele , Jr. of NC; a sister, Doris M. Goddard of MI; a brother. Robert L. Getter of MI; four grandchildren, Shannon A. Dillin , Thomas R . Dillin, Kathryn M. Dillin , and Candace L. Dillin; two .great­grandchildren , Lore and Sophia Roper; and eighteen nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 5, 2013 at Rose Hill Cemetery in Eaton Rapids, MI. The family will receive friends immediately following the

11.or i,;erv1~1! at Asseri'11'ly 't)f»6 2764 South Michigan Road in Eaton Rapids.

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Winston-Salem, NC 27157-~ 1021. ") An online register book is ~ available for family and ~ friends by visiting www.forest­-l.. lawnhendersonville.com.

Forest Lawn Funeral Home in Hendersonville is assisting the family.

DORIS "DORI" DEE ADAMS

Doris "Dori" Dee Adams of Eaton Rapids , passed away peacefully at Eaton Community Palliative Care, December 26, 2012 at the age of 79. She was born Eaton Rapids February 18, 1933 , the daughter of Russell and Helena (French) Jordan .. Dori worked for Eaton Rapids Public Schools as a bus driver for over 12 years.

Dori is survived by her hus­band of 62 years , Albert "Al" Adams of Eaton Rapids; daughters, Nancy (Bryan) Breakey of ND, Tina Franks of Charlotte; son, Rick (Cindy) Adams of Springport; 10 grandchildren, Amy Anderson, Cathy .Siwek, Adam, Aaron and Allie Breakey, Hollie Diesz, Teresa· Wood, Jesse Jones, Lindsey (William) Betz , Brock Adams; 6 great grand­children, Daniel, Julien, Sevrin and Devrin Diesz, Emily and Caylee Siwek; son-in-law, Don Anderson of Eaton Rapids; sis­ter, Barbara (Leo) Jones of TN;; step-brother, Phil (Sue) Slowinski of Lansing. She was p(eceded in death by her par­ents; daughters , Linda Adams, Debra Anderson; daughter-in­law, Kathy Adams; grand­daughter, Rebecca Adams; -brothers , Jesse and Bill Jordan , Steve Haskel.

A celebration of Dori 's life­was held at the .Hamlin Township Hall Saturday December 29, 2012. In lieu of flowers memorial contribu­tions may be made to the Eaton Communit Palliative Care,

MI 48813. Arrangements were entrusted to the Shelly-Odell

~· Funetal'~ HtfM~ " in " Eaton' . ,., - ,, .. N~kapids. Those desiring are

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ELWOOD GEORGE DESGRANGES

El wood George Desgranges of Eaton Rapids, passed away unexpectedly sur­rounded by his family. He went to be with the Lord December 25 , 2012 at the age of 81. Elwood was born in Lake Odessa, March 19, 1931 the son of John and . Ruth (Rowlader) Desgranges. He worked at Whittum Gravel Co. in Eaton Rapids for 30 years and later retired from Schlegel Sand and Gravel Co. in 2002. He and his wife of 53 years, Betty, lived a simple life. Elwood was a member of Holmes Rd. Church of Christ. He enjoyed puttering around on his John Deer tractor, snow plowing and joking around with his family and friends.

Elwood is survived by his wife , Betty (Buchanan) Desgranges of Eaton Rapids; daughter, Connie (Philip) Murray of Eaton Rapids; son, Kevin (Ginny) Desgranges of Eaton Rapids; grandchildren, Kyler and Brittany Desgranges of Eaton Rapids, Tarrah. and Nicholas Murray of Eaton Rapids; brothers, Bill (Barb) Desgranges of Lake Odessa, Clarence (Nancy) Desgranges of Lake Odessa; sisters, Arloa Lee of Howell, Alona (Roger)

n of L~~Pvlf:e. was preceded in e?y 1; par-ents ; sisters, Laura Haney,

. _.Op.al'-' Boohecl -u.~ers, Willard, Glenn , Paul and Lavon Desgranges.

Funeral services were held Saturday, December 29, 2012 at Holmes Rd. Church of Christ, 321 E'. Holmes Rd . Lansing, MI 48910 with Omah Smith officiating. Interment followed at Brickyard Cemetery following the lunch- J1 eon. Visitation was Friday at -.: the Shelly-Odell Funeral ~ Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton f' Rapids , MI and Saturday at the r­church . Memorial contribu­tions can be made to Eaton ..._ Community Palliative C~re , '\J 2675 S. Cochran Rd. Charlotte, ...._ MI 48813. Those desiring are '\.> welcome to visit our website to ~ place online condolences or IJ.l sign the guest register, www.shellyodell.com

Gladys M. Cady Eaton Rapids .

Age 92, died Saturday, January 5, 2013 in Okemos, MI. Born on May 1, 1920 in Summerset Center one of ten

children. born to Samuel and Mildred (Henmen) Lige. Gladys hved most of her life in the Eaton Rapids area. She had formerly worked for the Eaton Rapids Hospital and for ~ver Raisin. Preceding her in death was a son, Roger Leroy m 1948 and husband, Clarence in 1999.

Sun:iving are he~ two daughters, Karen (Daryl) Stanley of Lesli~ and Jeannme (Don) Faulkner of Eaton Rapids; 4 grandch~dren, 9 great grandchildren and 7 great great gr~dchild_ren; brother and sisters; Clarice (Robert) Mock, Dons Collms, Esther Gearhart, Phillip Lige, Beverly Lambert and Donna.< Chuck) Pickel; numerous nieces and nephews.

Memonal services will be held on Thursday January 17th at 1:00 p.m. from the Skinner Funerai Home in Eaton Rapids. Family will receive friends at the funeral h~me ~n T~ursday, January 17th from 12:00 p.m. Noon until service time at 1:00 p.m. For online condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralBonie.com.

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MARION CLAIR (M.C.) HART

Marion Clair (M. C.) Hart of Onondaga, passed away January l , 2013 surrounded by his family. Marion was born in Pickford, MI November 5, 1925 to Roy and Amber (Skinner) Hart. He graduated from Pickford High School in 1942. Marion then served in the US Navy from 1944 to 1947. Upon completion of his military service, Marion returned to work at the Atlas Drop Forge Division of DANA Corporation and retired in 1974. He was a lifelong out­doorsman. Marion was able to participate in his favorite pas­times of farming , gardening, hunting and fishing. He also spent many evenings, accom­panied by his wife, Joan, lis­tening to local musicians at various community venues.

Marion is survived by his wife, Joan (Gretton) Hart of Onondaga; daughter, Sand Hart of Mason; sons, Bradley (Diane) Hart of Onondaga, Brian (Pam) Hart of Brutus, Ml; 6 grandchildren, Marc (Christina) Du Wig of Stockbridge, Darcie (Uwe) Sael'kow of Lansing, Katie (Adam) Sigman of Browns Mills, NJ, Karrie Hart of Holt, Tyler and Collin Hart, both of Brutus, Ml; 4 great grandchil­dren, Gwenyth Martin, Lily Ann DuWig, Keegan Hart, Juliana Sigman; brothers, Frank Hart of Mason, Jack (June) Hart of Onondaga; sis­ters, Marlene Akers of Mason, Merna (Skip) Mudgett, Muriel (George) Allen of Howell, Rosie (Jerry) Miers of Leslie; sister-in-law, Eleanor Hart of Mason. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, S. W. "Bill" Hart; brothers-in­law, Grover Akers, Dale Gretton; sister-in-law, Billie Jo Hart.

Memorial services will' be 11 a.m. Saturday, January 12, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids. The family will host a visitation at the funeral home Friday from 6-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers , memorial con­tributions may be sent to the Eaton Rapids Senior Center, 20 I Grand St. Eaton ' Rapid . Please visit our website to place online condolences or sign the guest register, www.shellyodell. orn

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CHARLES CLIFFORD HIGELMIRE JR.

Charles Clifford Higelmire Jr. of Onondaga, passed away January 6, 2012 at the age of 70 . He was born in Eaton Rapids August 9, 1942 the eld­est son of Charles and Arlene (Doxtader) Higelmire Sr. Charles attended Leslie High School but earned his diploma from Eaton Rapids High Schooi. He retired from Oldsmobile after 30 years of service. Charles was a ham radio operator and spoke with people from all around ~e world. He was a former assis­tant fire chief for the Onondaga fire department and drove ~e first fire truck for the town m 197 l. He was the lead para­medic on the ambulance serv­ice. His hobbies included fish­ing, bowling, camping, wood­working and cooking. Charles loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. He and his wife, Jane, celebrated 50 years of marriage together.

Charles is survived by his wife Jane Ann (Righter) Higeimire of Onondaga; chil­dren, Amy (Kirk) DeWitt of St. Johns, Sarah (Mike) Whittum of Eaton Rapids, Kristie (Corey) Penfield of Jackson; 12 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; brothers , Steven Higelmire Sr . . of Bellevue , Dennis (Sue) Higelmire Sr. of Onondaga, David (Linda) Higelmire Sr. of Onondaga; sister, Carrie (Jim) Higelmire Blanchard of Eat~n Rapids. He was preceded m death by his parents; son, Charles "Chuckie" Higelmire m.

Funeral services will be ll a.m. Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids with Pastor Dallas Mcfarland officiating. :Interment will follow at 1t\1afkham Cemetery. Visitation lwill be Tuesday from 2-4 p.m. land 6-8 p.m. Memorial contri­ibutions can be made to the IBreM!n Cancer Center, 401 W. 1Greenlawn Ave. Lansing, Ml 48910 in Charles memory. Please visit our website to place online condolence.s or sign the guest register, www.shellyodelI.com

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DOROTHY LENA DICKINSON

Dorothy Lena Dickinson of Eaton Rapids, passed away January 5, 2013 at the age of 93. She was born in Calhoun Co., MI., April 17 , 1919, the daughter of Charles and Lena (Flint) Knapp. Dorothy was a school teacher in Calhoun Co, Millett and Eaton Rapids. She was a member of the American Assoc. of University Women, Eaton Co. and Michigan School Tea~hers Association, First United Methodist Church, Business and Professional Women and Eaton Rapids Order of the Eastern Star #241. Dorothy loved to play cards, work on jigsaw puzzles, play Sudoku and oil paint. She shared many of her paintings with her children and grand­children.

Dorothy is survived by her children, John Duane (Barbara) Dickinson of NV, David (Katie) Dickinson of CA, Donald (Roberta) Dickinson of Flushing, Anne Dickinson of Eaton Rapids; exchange student daughter, Kamal (Prakash) Mahatani of Barbados; 8 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; brother, Charles (Verna) Knapp of IL; brother-in-law, Ken (Jean) Dickinson of Spring Arbor; sister-in-law, Rosemary Knapp of Marshall; several nieces and nephews. She was .Preceded in death by her parents; husband John Dickinson; brothers , ·Albert, Rollin, Samuel and .Ray Knapp.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, January 10, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids with Pastor Daniel Hofmann officiating. Interment will follow at Brickyard Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Memorial contributions can be made to Eaton Community Palliative Care, 2675 S. Cochran Rd. Charlotte, Ml 48813 in memo­ry of Dorothy. Please visit our website to place online condo­lences or sign the guest regis­ter, www.shellyodell.com

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JOSE HOWARD "JOE" NAREZO

Jose Howard "Joe" Narezo of Eaton Rapids passed away Friday, January 4, 2013 at age 79. Born December 17, 1933 to Daniel and Petra Narezo in Dilley, Texas. Joe spent his early years growing up in Mexico before moving to Michigan. He retired from General Motors where he worked in Material Control at the Fisher Body Plant. He and his wife Brenda attended the First Baptist Church in Eaton Rapids. Joe enjoyed the Senior Center where he would play cards with the group on Mondays. He liked having cof­fee'With the McDonalds Coffee Group. Joe loved his children and his grandchildren and enjoyed camping and traveling with them to such places as Cedar Point. Joe was a loving and caring husband, father, grandfather and friend that will be missed dearly by all who knew him.

Preceding him in death were his parents and 11 broth­ers and sisters. Surviving are his wife Brenda Narezo of Eaton Rapids; children by mar­riage, Russell (Shelli) Moffitt of DeWitt, Dennis (Sharon Ruggles) Moffitt of Dimondale, Rhonda (Les) Lovoll of DeWitt; grandchil­dren, Jillane Moffitt, Molly Lovoll, Jordan Moffitt, Lauren Moffitt, William Sullivan, Erin Sullivan, Stacy Sullivan; brother, Leonard (Julie) Narezo of Lansing; sister, Olga Martinez of California; moth­er-in-law, Jackie Warfield; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Funeral services were held at 4:00 p.m. on Monday, January 7, 2013 at the First Baptist Church in Eaton Rapids . Family received friends at Skinner Funeral Home on Sunday from 2-5 p.m. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Palliative Care 2675 S. Cochrati Rd. Charlotte, Ml 48813, or, the Eaton Rapids Senior Center 20 l E. Grand St. Eaton Rapids, 48827 in Joe's name. For onlin condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHome.co

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BRYCE THOMSON Bryce Thomson of Eaton

Rapids, age 96, died Monday, January 7, 2013 at his residence. Born October 18 , 1916 in Bellevue Michigan the son of Milhorn and Twila (M1,1lvany) Thomson. Bryce graduated from Bellevue High School in 1934 and served with the Combat Engineers in Europe during World War II. He was formerly the President and CEO of Miller Dairy Farms before the business sold in 1979. His experience in the ice cream business began in 1936 behind the soda fountain in a small town drug store in Bellevue, Michigan. It was there that his promotional tal­ents caught the attention of the management of Miller Dairy Farms ef Eaton Rapids. They hired him as Marketing Manager and his position also included stores Supervisor, Sales manager and General Manager. He was the origina­tor of the "Ice Cream Sundae Poll" and numerous other imaginative promotions which have received national atten­tion. An author of a number of articles dealing with ice cream marketing and his "Environmental Ice Cream Menu" became a classroom teaching aid in many schools. In 1973, he installed a small ice cream parlor in the Special Education Classroom at Eaton Rapids High School. There students with learning handi­caps served up frozen treats during the noon hour and learned about the world of work. The program has been featured on the NBC Today program and has been judged one of the lO top Special Education programs in the l nation. In 1965, he served as president of the National Ice CPeam Retailers Association (NICRA) and in 1986 they made him a Lifetime member. He was a 4 time winner of the "Idea of the Year Award" spon­sored by Dairy Field magazine. In 1971, he was named "Dairv Manufacturer of the Year", then the highest award of the Michigan State University Dairy Department and until just recently was the publisher of "The Sundae Schoel Newsletter" for the past 25

\'\) years for members of the -.. NICRA. Bryce was a Life () member of the Eaton Rapids (\) Rotary Club and for several ._ years published the "Spoke" 6o for the club and in 1999 --.....__received the Paul Harr.s - Award. Preceding him in death

was his wife Dorothy in 1999 <II and a brother, Rex in 1974. ".'.) Surviving are two children, G Jill (William) Groth of Lansing

·2S and Brad (Marcia) Thomson of ~ Cummin, GA.; 2 granddaug·n­~ ters , Megan McDonald and

Lydia Thomson: 2 sisters, Onice Udell of Bellevue and Loumar (Phillip) Sandeen of Ann Arbor.

A memorial service will be held later this year at the Miller Dairy Farms Tee Cream Parlor at the Eaton Rapids Historical Society. For those desirinu memorial contributions may b~ made to the Bryce Thomson Scholarship Fund at the NICRA 1028 W. Devon Ave Elk Grove Village, IL 60007'. For online condolences go to www.skinnerfuneralhome.com.

Harold Gale White Eaton Rapids

Lovingly called "Trouble" by friends at Burcham Hills Retirement Center, but known well as a servant at heart, Harold passed away January 12, 2013 at the age of 90. He was born in Lansing, MI, December 28, 1922 to Earl and Euphemia (Price) White.

He was the widower of Elizabeth Louise (W orgul) White since March 18, 2007, having been married on September ll, 1947. After being raised in a state orphanage in his early ' years and having lived in foster homes as a teenager, Harold entered the United States Navy and served in the Construc­tion Battalions during WWII. Upon his return to Lansing, he finished his high school education, receiving his diploma from Sexton high School. Employed by the State of Michi­gan, he served from 1955 to 1983, whereupon he retired as Superintendent of Grounds for the Capital Complex. A member of the Charlotte-Eaton Camp Number 2112 of Gi­deons International since 1983, Harold served three years as Camp President, two years as Chaplain, and four years as Treasurer. For many years a committed Christian he had al­so contributed to the Slavic Gospel Association. As strength permitted in his later years, he provided valuable service as an elder to the Columbia Road Baptist Church, in Mason. Recalling the troubles of his orphanage and foster home years, he and Elizabeth together had opened their home and their hearts to youth from the VFW Home in Eaton Rapids. Their legacy lives on as the now-grown youths in turn min­ister to the needs of others. While at Burcham Hills Retire­ment Center in East Lansing, Harold served as treasurer and librarian for the residents association.

Harold leaves behind his son, David P. (Melanie) White of Lansing; brothers-in-law, Robert (Shirley) Worgul, David (Ann) W orgul;· several nieces, nephews and many dear friends. He was prec;eded in death by his brother, Marshall White and sister-in-law, Dorothy Kosht.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at Columbia Road Baptist Church, SOOO w. Co­lumbia Rd. Mason, MI 48854 with Pastors John Hayden and Gary Mitchell officiating. Private interment will be held at Munger Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be Tuesday from 6-8 pm at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions can be made to Gideons International, PO Box 140800 Nashville, TN 37214 or the VFW National Home, 3573 S. Waverly Rd. Eaton Rapids, MI 48827. Those desiring are welcome to visit our website to place online condolences or sign the guest register, www.shellyodell.com LS J" I //'i/ Z O 13

Harold Gale White Eaton Rapids

Lovingly called "Trouble" by friends at Burcham Hills Retirement Center, but known well as a servant at heart, Harold passed away January 12, 2013 at the age of 90 He was born in Lansing, MI, December 28 · 1922 to Earl and Euphemia (Price) Whlte. He was the widower of Elizabeth Louise (W orgul) White since March 18,

2007, having been married on ~ept~mber ll, 1947. After ~e­ing raised in a state orphanage m his early years and havu:ig lived in foster homes as a teenager, Harold ent.ered the l!mt­ed States Navy and served in the Co~tructlon ~attalio~ during WWII. Upon his re~.n to ~~mg, he firushed his high school education, receivmg his dipl.oID:a from Sexton high School. Employed by the State of Michigan, ~e served from 1955 to 1983, whereupon he retired as Supermtendent of Grounds for the Capital Complex. !'>- member of .the Charlotte-Eaton Camp Number 2112 of Gideons Intern~t10n­al since 1983, Harold served three years as Camp President, two years as Chaplain, and four years as Treasure~. For many years a committed C!rri.stian he had also cont?bute_d to the Slavic Gospel Associat10n. As strei;igth penmtted m his later years, he provided valuabl~ service as an e~der to the Columbia Road Baptist Church, m Mason. Recallmg the troubles of his orphanage and fo~ter home years •. he and Elizabeth together had opened their home .and the~ hearts to youth from the VFW Home in Eaton Rapids. Thetr legacy lives on as the now-grown youths it?- turn ~ister to the neeiis of others. While at Burcham Hills Retrrelll:ent ~enter in East Lansing, Harold served as treasurer and hbranan for the residents association. . .

Harold leaves behind his son, Davi~ P. (Melarue) Whi~e of Lansing; brothers-in-law, Robert (Shirley) Worgul, David (Ann) Worgul· several nieces, nephews and many dear friends. He wa~ preceded in death by his b_rothe~, Marshall White· several beloved brothers-in-law and sisters-m-law.

Fw'.ieral services will be 11 a.m. We_dnesday, January 16 2013 at Columbia Road Baptist Church, SOOO W. Co­l~ia Rd. Mason, MI 48854 with .Pastors Johi;i Hayden and Gary Mitchell officiating. Private mterment ~l b~ held at Munger Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. at the Shelly-Odell _Fun~ral Home, 518 s. Main St. Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions c~ be made to Gideons International, PO Box 140800 Nashville, TN 37214 or the VFW National Home, 3573 S. Waverly ~~· Eaton Rapids, MI 48827. Those desiring are we~come to visit our website to place online condolence~or sign the guest register, www.shellyodell.com )_ S J I// 5 / 2 o 13

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GLADYS M. CADY Gladys M. Cady, Eaton

Rapids, MI., age 92, died Saturday, January 5, 2013 in Okemos, MI. Born on May 1, 1920 in Summerset Center one of ten children born to Samuel and Mildred (Henmen) Lige. Gladys lived most of her life in the Eaton Rapids area. She had formerly worked for the Eaton Rapids Hospital and for River Raisin. Preceding her in death was a son, Roger Leroy in 1948 and husband, Clarence in 1999.

Surviving are her two daughters, Karen (Daryl) Stanley of Leslie and Jeannine (Don) Faulkner of Eaton Rapids; 4 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and 7 great great grandchildren; brother and sisters; Clarice (Robert) Mock, Doris Collins, Esther Gearhart, Phillip Lige, Beverly Lambert and Donna (Chuck) Pickel; numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorial services will be held on Thursday, January 17th at 1:00 p.m. from the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. Family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday, January 17th from 12:00 p.m. Noon until service time at 1:00 p.m. For online condolences please v1s1t

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TINA MARIE HENSEN Tina Marie Hensen of

Litchfield, formerly of Springport, passed away January 9, 2013 at the age of 44. She was born in Albion MI, December 24, 1968, th: daughter of Marvin and Bette (Miller) Johnson . Tina graduat­ed from Springport High School in 1990. She was a homemaker and enjoyed knit­ting. Tina loved children and making people laugh.

Tina is survived by her brother, Albert Johnson of Litchfield; aunts and uncles Glenn (Nell) Miller of Eato~ Rapids, Harlin (Linda) Miller of Quincy, Claude (Dixie) Miller of Jonesville, Gaynell (Jeff Gorham) Rogers; many cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents and "grandparents, Harlow and Geneva Miller.

Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will take place at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to the family to help with funeral expenses. Cards can be sent to the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home at 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids, MI 48827. Please visit our website to place online condolences or sign the guest register, w~w.shellyodell.com r\~ tl15jl3

ROBERT DAVIS SR. Robert Davis Sr.,

Springport, MI, passed away on Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at the age of 69. Robert was born on December 17, 1943 in Salyersville, KY to Jeff and Delphia (Rowe) Davis. He moved to Dansville, MI and attended school there. Robert worked for Pepsi Cola as a lift truck operator for 41 years before retiring in 2006. He attended the Eaton Rapids Church of the Nazarene, and was an avid hunter and garden~ er. Robert is preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Frank, James, and Ovie.

Surviving Robert are his wife of 49 years, Judi ; children, Juli (Don) Luttrell , Debi (Greg) Stocker, Bobby (Sarah) Davis Jr. , Trina Bogman, Donica Davis; grandchildren, Kari Sue, Kristi (Garrett), Cherylann, Heather (Dustin), Kevin, Alex, Erika, Austin, Brice; great grandchildren, T.J ., Jasmyn , James; brothers, Roger, Fred, David; sisters, Roberta, Margelee; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held on Monday, January 14, 2013 l :00 p.m. at the Eaton Rapids Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Dallas McFarland offi­ciating. The family received friends at the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids on Sunday from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. For those desiring memorial contributions may be made to the Church of the Nazarene 2225 S. Michigan Rd. Eaton Rapids , Ml. To sign the register book or to leave condolences visit

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BARBARAJANE BARTLEY

Barbara Jane Bartley of Albion, p<1ssed away January 13, 2013 at the age of 78. She was born in Charlotte, Ml, December 29, 1934, the daughter of Clifford and Catherine (Michael) Hornbeck. She worked at Heifetz Pickle Factory for 20 years. Barbara belonged to the Senior Center in Florida and Eaton Rapids. She loved to fish , can, swim with her grand­children, float down the river on logs , garden and camp.

Barbara is survived by her husband of 58 years, JD Bartley of Albion; daughters, Patricia Ann Rolison of Eaton Rapids , Lou Cinda (Larry Warren) Bariley of Springport, Cathy Lynn (Jake) Stone of I Bellevue; 7 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her sis­ters , Joyce Gamblin , Margaret "Peggy" Hornbeck; grandson, I Brandy Rolison; son-in- law, Harold Rolison.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday, January 18, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids. Interment will take place at a later date. Visitation will be Thursday from 6-8 p.m. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, 1775 Abbey Rd. East Lansing, MI 48823. Those desiring are welcome to visit our website to place online condolences or sign the guest boo www.shell}'odell.com

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JACK J. PIGGOTT Jack J. Piggott, Lansing,

formerly of Eaton Rapids , age 88, passed away January 6, 2013. Born December LO, 1924 in Lansing, Ml.

Jack served in the U.S. Navy for 3 years in WW II. He owned and operated for 6 years an auto body and paint shop. Later he was the owner and operator for 15 years of a com­mercial heating and air condi­tioning sheet metal company in Eaton Rapids. He was a life member of the V.F.W. Post #6132.

Jack is survived by his wife of 61 years, Veronica Piggott; three children, Joan Marie (Bill) Goerge, Charles foseph (Lou Ann) Piggott, and James William Piggott; three grandchildren, Scott Rathbun , Jessica Rathbun and Charles Joseph Piggott, ill;

Two great-grandchildren, Samantha Rae and Morgan Ashley Rathbun; brother Clement "Clem" (Pat) Piggott, and many other family mem­bers and friends. Jack was pre­ceded in death by his parents, Charles Joseph and Mary G. (Bauer) Piggott; and sister, Kathleen Thelen.

Funeral Liturgy was held Friday, January 11 at Cristo Rey Catholic Church with Fr. Fred Thelen presiding. Interment followed at Rosehill Cemetery in Eaton Rapids , Ml. , military Honors took

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James "Jim" Floyd Fuller Eaton Rapids

Passed away January 18, 2013 at McLaren Greater Lansing following a long illness.

Funeral services will be 11 am Wednesday January 23, 2013 at St. Peter

... "..._..-.,. , Catholic Church, SIS S. Knight St. Eaton Rapids. Interment will follow at Springport

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CATHY JO DACK Cathy Jo Dack, Springport

formerly of Leslie, age 56 of Springport Township and for­merly of Leslie passed away Saturday, January 12, 2013 after a courageous battle with emphysema and COPD. Born December 14, 1956 in Eaton Rapids the daughter of Kenneth Dale and Phyllis E. (Dodge) Dack. Cathy attended Leslie High School and had lived most of her life in Leslie. Cathy was a headstrong woman who enjoyed life and had faith in God. She was pre­ceded in death by her parents and a brother, Larry Dack. Surviving are 3 children; daughter, Jennifer Dack of Leslie and sons, Lee (Tricha) Scott of Francisville, IN and David Prater of Lansing; 2 grandchildren, Christopher Scott and Molly Ann Scott; 2 brothers, Brian Dack of Springport and Kevin (Nancy) Dack of Rives Junction; 2 sis­ters, Karen Dack of Lansing and Peggy (Gerry) Clark of Springport; 2 nieces and 6 nephews.

Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 26, 2013 at Onondaga Town Hall 4756 Baldwin St. Onondaga, MI 49284. For online condolences please visit

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MARY ELIZABETH EMERY

Mary Elizabeth Emery of Onondaga. Mary lost her brief, courageous battle with an aggressive stomach cancer on January 13, 2013 at the age of 42. She was born in Bay City, MI February l, 1970, the daughter of Robert and Mary Engler. Mary graduated from Adrian High School and received her LPN degree from Lake Superior State University. She excelled as a care giver. Mary was most recently employed with the Michigan Department of Corrections. She enjoyed camping, fishing, working out of doors and garage sales. Most of all, Mary loved her family.

Mary is survived by her husband, Rick Emery of Onondaga; parents , Bob and Mary Engler of Weston; son, Ryan Torres of Southfield; daughter, Marissa (Cole) Young of Adrian; grandson, Ethan Young; sisters, Louise (Frank) Fulco, Kathyo Sanicola; brothers, Phillip, Glen, Paul (Kerri) Engler; par­ents-in-law, Kathy and Dick Emery; sisters-in-law, Lori and Holly Emery; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by brothers, Robert and Raymond Engler.

Funeral services were held Thursday, January 17, 20 13 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids with Pastor Lori O'Dea officiating. There wa a pri­vate family burial. Memorial contributions can be made to the Rainbow Connection, 621 W. University, Rochester, MI 48307. Those desiring are wel­come to visit our website to plach online condolences or ... sign the guest register,

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JAMES "JIM" FLOYD FULLER

James "Jim" Floyd Fuller of Eaton Rapids, passed away January 18, 2013 at McLaren Greater Lansing following a long illness. Jim was born in Flint, MI September 15, 1935 to Floyd and Cora (Taylor) Fuller. He graduated from Pontiac Central High School. Jim served in the U.S. Army from 1958-1961. He was a member of the Marshall Moose, Lansing Elk Club and Duck Lake Country Club. Jim was the organist for the Elks Drill Team and the Lansing Lugnuts for 3 years. He had several bands over the years and entertained thousands of people with ballroom music with a beat from the Narrow Lake Ballroom and all the clubs in Lansing, Battle Creek and Jackson areas . Jim was a tool and Die Engineer for Motor Wheel and retired in 1996. He was an avid golfer, loved drag racing his car in Onondaga and roller skating.

Surviving Jim are his beloved wife, Linda (Sebastian) Fuller of Eaton Rapids; children, James Chad (Sara) Fuller of Holt, Nicole (Ken) Fahnestock of Eaton Rapids, Kristina Fuller ot;. Vermontville, James (Joyce) Fuller of Narrow Lake; 8 grandchildren; 3 great-grand­children; brothers, Kim , Steve and Kelly Fuller. He was pre­ceded in death by his parents .

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 23, 2013 at St. Peter Catholic Church , 515 S. Knight St. Eaton Rapids. Interment will follow at Springport Cemetery. Visitation will be at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St., Tuesday, January 22 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. A rosary will be held at the funeral home beginning at 7 p.m. Memorial contributions can be made to Eaton Rapids Medical Center, 1500 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids , MI 48827 or Eaton Community Palliative, 2675 S. Cochran Rd. Charlotte, MI 48813. Please visit our website to place online condolences or sign the guest register, www.shellyo-

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BESSIE MAE WIGHT MORGAN

Bessie M. Wight Morgan, Eaton Rapids, passed away on Sunday, January 20, 2013 at Sensations memory Care Center. Born February 18, 1922 in Cass City, Michigan to Emmalina L. Hammond. After her mother's early death Bessie was placed in several Christian foster care homes. Bessie graduated from Flint Central in 1940. Married to William Gurden Wight in 1940 until his early death in 1965. She worked at J .W. Knapps and State of Michigan, Liquor Commission. In 1970 Bessie married Philip Morgan and they enjoyed 35 years travel­ing and working together on the farm.

Bessie will be remem­bered for her great sense of humor and her love for every­one. Her hobbies included cro­cheting, sewing, arts and crafts, reading and writing poetry. She received great pleasure in giving to others.

Bessie Morgan was pre­ceded in death by her hus­bands, William Wight, Philip Morgen; sisters, Alice McRae, Frances Metevia and daughter, Roberta Gustafson. She is sur­vived by' her son, William (Jan), Evelyn (Pete) Janos, step children, Phyllis Straight, Clare (Elaine) Morgan, Alberta (John) Chapin and Doris (Tom) Eaton; eleven grandchildren, Lisa (Chris) Peterson, Penny Wight, Debra (Brian) Craft, Scott Thurow, Michelle (Mike) Morgan, Troy (Jennifer) Morgan, Amanda Morgan, Molly Morgan and Ricky Eaton; fif­teen great grandchildren and six great great grandchildren; sister, Lois (Georne) Wight.

Celebration of Life serv­ice will be Wednesday, January 23, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. at the Skinner Funeral Home at 315 S. River St Eaton Rapids with Pastor Wes Priest officiating. Interment will fol­low at East Lawn Memory Gardens in Okemos. Visitation will be one hour prior to serv­ice time at funeral home. Memorial contributions can be made to · Sensations memory Cll{S!, "Paralyzed Veterans of America", "Smile Train", Feed the Children, Prison Ministry or a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to

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Bessie Mae Wight Morgan Eaton Rapids

Bessie M. Wight Morgan passed away on Sunday, January 20, 2013 at Sensations Memory Care Center. Born February 18, 1922 in Cass City, Michigan to Emmalina L. Hammond. After her mother's early death Bessie was placed in several Christian fos­ter care homes. Bessie graduated from Flint

Central in 1940. Married to William Gurden Wight in 1940 until his early death in 1965. She worked at J.W. Knapps and State of Michigan, Liquor Commission. In 1970 Bessie mar­ried Philip Morgan and they enjoyed 35 years traveling and working together on the farm.

Bessie will be remembered for her great sense of humor and her love for everyone. Her hobbies included crocheting, sewing, arts and crafts, reading and writing poetry. She re­ceived great pleasure in giving to others.

Bessie Morgan was preceded in death by her husbands, William Wight, Philip Morgan; sisters, Alice McRae, Frances Metevia an3 daughter, ·Roberta Gustafson. Sh,e is survived by her children, William (Jan), Evelyn (Pete) Janos, step children, Phyllis Straight, Clare (Elaine) Morgan, Alberta (John) Chapin and Doris (Tom) Eaton; eleven grandchil­dren, Michelle (Shannon) Priest, Colleen (Mike) Clapper, Lisa (Chris) Peterson, Penny Wight, Debra (Brian) Craft, Scott Thurow, Michelle (Mike) Morgan, Troy (Jennifer) Straight, Amanda Morgan, Molly Morgan and Ricky Eaton; fifteen great grandchildren and six great great grandchil -dren; sister, Lois (George) Wight.

Celebration of life service will be Wednesday, Janu­ary 23, 2013 at 1:00 PM at the Skinner Funeral Home at 315 S. River St Eaton Rapids with Pastor Wes Priest offi­ciating. Interment will follow at East Lawn Memory Gar­dens in Okemos. Visitation will be one hour prior to service time at funeral home. Memorial contributions can be made to Sensations Memory Care, "Paralyzed Veterans of Ameri­ca", "Smile Train", Feed the Children, Prison Ministry or a charity of your choice. Online condolencg may be sent to www.SldnnerFuneralHome.com L 5 J / J ~ .;1. / 2-o 13

Melvin Stanford Darrow, Jr. Eaton Rapids

Melvin Stanford Darrow, Jr., 59, of Eaton Rapids, MI died Saturday, January 26, 2013. Mr. Darrow was born October 22, 1953 in Mason, Ml, the son of Melvin

· Stanford and Margaret (Davis) Darrow. . He is survived by his children; Caroline

(Kevin) Polhamus of Olivet, Greg Darrow of Olivet, and Josh (Jessica) Darrow of Marshall; 4 grandchildren, Joseph, Kylie, Emma, Avery; girlfriend, Stephanie Owens, her sons, Brock and Ridge Crane; and former wife, Bobbie Darrow.

Melvin owned and operated Melvin Darrow and Sons Water Hauling business.

Visitation will be Wednesday, January 30, 2013 from 1-3:00 p.m. and 6-8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 31, 2013 at Pray Funeral Home. Interment will be at Maple Grove Cemetery in Mason. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.prayfuneral.com

SUSAN MARIE GETTER (SUSIE)

Susan Marie Getter (Susie), born November 23, 1957, died December 24, 2012 (unexpectedly). She was the daughter of Harvey and Minnie Edwards Getter, both deceased.

Susan was survived by her daughter Tanya Nicole Getter. Her sisters Catherine Howell Rasak of Albion, Christine Getter Cruz of Washington state, Robin Getter Manthei of Odin , Alabama, Connie Getter of Battle Creek and also sever­al nieces and nephews. Susie attended school in Albion.

Memorial services were Sunday, January 27, 2013 at the Loretta House in Lansing where she had resided. Messages may be left for Susie and her family at

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ROBERT W. BARKER (BOB)

Robert W. Barker (Bob) of Eaton Rapids , passed away at the age of 88 in his home on January 26, 2013. He was born September 7, 1924 in Leslie, Michigan to Billy and Eva (Warner) Barker. Bob was an employee for Eaton Rapids Public Schools maintaining the yards and football field, plowing and whatever else was needed of him. Before that, he was working for E and L construction. Since his retirement from the school system he has been enjoying his time with family and friends. Bob loved to be out­side taking care of his yard.and doing woodworking as a hobby. Playing cards was by far his favorite activity. He was a proud Grandpa then later a Great Grandpa. Those Grand kids and Great Grand kids brought a smile to his face every day he saw them.

Bob is survived by his lov­ing wife, Leona Barker; 4 chil­dren, Tom (Phylis) Barker of Dewitt, John (Sandy) Barker of Holt, Francy Olney Port Richey, FL., Joe Barker of Lansing; 3 step children Janice

, (Dan) Lambrix of Muskegon, Everett (Vivian) Hillard of Eaton Rapids, William (Jennifer) Hillard of Burton; daughter-in-Jaw, Brenda Hillard; 1 sister, Margarett Guffin of Falls city NE; 14 Grandchildren; 20 great grand­children. He was preceded in death by his Brother; 2 sisters, Marion and Jean; parents; step son, Robert Hillard; son-in­law, Roger Olney.

Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, January 30, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids. Visitation will be Wednesday from 11 a.m. to I p.m. Private family burial will take place at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to Hospice Advantage, 801 S. Waverly, Suite 304, Lansing, MI 48917. Please visit our website to place online condolences or sign the guest register, www.shellyo­dell.com.

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Dennis Lee Brodberg Eaton Rapids Formerly of Mason Age 67, died January 31, 2013, he was born July 28, 1945 to Harold and Claire (Nelson) Brodberg. He was retired from State of Mi­

; chigan, Lottery Division and DTMB where he worked for 16 years. Dennis was a Chris­tian who loved the Lord and his family. He

enjoyed hunting, fishing, the outdoors and all his activities revolved around his family. He had a love for music and a great sense of humor. His desire was to die at home to be close to his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and wife, Caro­lyn Sue Brodberg. Dennis is survived by his daughter, Hei­di (Beris) Edwards of Tucson, Arizona; sons, Eric Brodberg of Williamston, Mark (Heather) Brodberg of Eaton Rapids; 15 grandchildren, Ethan, Brandon, Krystal, Nicholas, Violet, Jazmyne, Isaiah, Joshua, Jessica, Jamil, Hisham, Lillian, Amirah, Tristan, Andrew; 4 brothers, Brian, Roger, John, Bill and numerous nieces and nephews.

There will be a Memorial visitation, Wednesday, Febmary 6, 2013 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 621 S. Jefferson, Mason, MI. His son, Eric will sponsor a Cancer Benefit in his memory on Sunday, March 10, 2013, at the Co­lonial Bar, 3425 S. Martin L. King Jr. Blvd, Lansing, MI.

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FRANCES ETIA ALEO Frances Etta Aleo of

Lansing, passed away January 29, 2013 at the age of 77. She was born in Lansing May 7, 1935 to Vito and Theda (Sanford) Aleo. Frances was a graduate of Mason High School. She was a former member of the American Legion Auxiliary in Eaton Rapids and a member of South Church. Frances enjoyed play­ing the piano in her younger years, crafting and gardening.

She is survived by her sis­ter, Merry JoAnn (Allan) Ostrander of Onondaga; broth­er, Ronald (Jessie) Aleo of Mason; many nieces and nephews. Frances was preced­ed in death by her parents; brothers, Donald and Duane Aleo; sister, Rosa Risk.

Memorial services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to Lansing City Rescue Mission, 607 E. MI Ave, Lansing, MI 48912 or to the family. Donations and cards can be sent to the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapid~, MI 48827. Please visit our website to place online condolences or sign the guest register, www.shellyodell.com

FREDERICK J. DUFFRIN Frederick J. Duffrin,

Eaton Rapids, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on February 3, 2013 at age 74. Born March 3, 1938 in Iron Mountain to Henry and Agnes (Stoppa) Duffrin of Stevenson. Fred graduated from Michigan State University. He worked as a tile setter and retired from he Eaton Rapids Public School System. Fred was a member of the First Baptist Church of Eaton Rapids. He loved wood­working, gardening and home improvement activities.

Surviving are his wife, of 54 years, Karen (Sabin) Duffrin; children, Pam Duffrin of Eaton Rapids, Linda (Dennis) Archer of Mason, Jim Duffrin of Eaton Rapids , Richard Duffrin of Eaton Rapids, Jerad (Melissa) Duffrin of Hanover; 11 grand­children; 13 great grandchil­dren; 2 great great grandchil­dren; brother, Bill (Ruth) Duffrin of Kiel, WI; sister, Patricia (Richard) Schrader of Manatawac, WI.

Memorial services will be held at 11 :00 a.m. on Saturday, February 9, 2013 at the First Baptist Church of Eaton Rapids. Family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service. For those desiring, memorial contribu­tions may be made to the First Baptist Church in Fred's name. For online con­dolences please visit www.SkinnerFunera)l!9p:ie.co~

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Barbara Jean (Mullee) Woodley-Krawczyk Eaton Rapids

Passed away February 4, 2013 at age 80 after a long illness. Born June 17, 1932 to Orean (Cox) and Thomas Vincent Mullee in Detroit, MI. Barbara was an active teen

· · and involved in the teen revival group. She married Paul Girard Woodley on August 29, 1953 and had four surviving children, Linda Brockway, Karen Thompson, Diane Woodley and Kevin Woodley. Barbara continued to be active with church youth programs for many years. She was also active in the Eaton Area Senior Center in Charlotte helping to maintain their library. Later in life Barbara met and married Stanley Krawczyk Sr. of Eaton Rapids on September 29, 2000.

She is also survived by her sister, Kathleen Woodard; brother, James Mullee and her step children, Diane Galloway, Kathy Hendrickson, and Stanley Krawczyk Jr. Barbara will join her predeceased brothers, Thomas Victor Mullee, Richard Mullee and her parents in heaven.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 7, 2013 at St . . Mary's Catholic Church in Charlotte with Fr. Francis as Celebrant. Interment will follow to Gunnisonville Cemetery in DeWitt Charter Township. Family will receive friends at Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids on Wednesday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to either the Eaton Senior Center in Charlotte or the Eaton Rapids Senior Center in Barbara's name. A special thanks to the nurses, CNA's and staff of the Dimondale Nursing Care Center. For online condolences plea~e visit ~.SkinnerFuneralHome.com

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BARBARA JEAN (MULLEE) WOODLEY­

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Woodley-Krawczyk, Eaton Rapids, passed away February 4, 2013 at age 80 after a long illness. Born June 17, 1932 to Orean (Cox) and Thomas Vincent Mullee in Detroit, MI. Barbara was an active teen and involved in the teen revival group. She married Paul Girard Woodley on August 29, 1953 and had four surviving children, Linda Brockway, Karen Thompson, Diane Woodley and Kevin Woodley. Barbara continued to be active with church youth programs for many years . She was also active in the Eaton Area Senior Center in Charlotte helping to maintain their library. Later in life Barbara met and married Stanley Krawczyk Sr. of Eaton Rapids on September 29, 2000.

She is also survived by her sister, Kathleen Woodard; brother, James Mullee and her step children, Diane Galloway, Kathy Hendrickson, and Stanley Krawczyk Jr. Barbara will join her predeceased brothers, Thomas Victor Mullee, Richard Mullee and her parents in heaven.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 7, 2013 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Charlotte with Fr: Francis as Celebrant. Interment will follow to Gunnisonville Cemetery in DeWitt Charter Township. Family will receive friends at Skinner Funeral Ho.me in Eaton Rapids on Wednesday from 2-4 p.m. & 6-8 p.m. For those desiring, memorial con­tributions may be made to either the Eaton Senior Center in Charlotte or the Eaton Rapids Senior Center in Barbara's name. A special thanks to the nurses, CNA's and staff of the Dimondale Nursing Care Center. For online condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com

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Thomas "Clyde" Craft Eaton Rapids

Thomas "Clyde" Craft of Eaton Rapids, went to be with the Lord, February 10, 2013 at the age of 88. Clyde was born in Breathitt County, KY, July 24, 1924, to Clarence and Martha (Hensley) Craft. Clyde and his son, Ronnie, owned the Craft Construction Co. in Mason and then worked construction in Eaton Rapids for

many years. He was also the owner of the Craft Nursery for 30 years. Clyde loved being outdoors planting trees and running the nursery. He was a member of the Capital City Church of God, loved to play the guitar, harmonica, sing and listen to gospel music.

Clyde is survived by his daughters, Paulette (Robert) Swartout of Essexville, Janie (Terry) Eaton of Eaton Rapids, Judy Craft of Eaton Rapids, Dolores Craft of Eaton Rapids; grandchildren, Bill (Mary) Swartout of Bay City, Kimberly (Troy) Westerhof of Holland, Mark (Lori) Eaton of Dimondale; 6 great grandchildren; sisters, Christine Brown of Mason, Ruth Ann Long of Mason; brothers, Carl (Donna) Craft of Bunkerhill, Dave Craft of TN. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Roxie Craft; son, Ronnie Craft; daughter, Elaine Craft; brothers, Don, Joe, Ben, Mert Craft.

Funeral services will be ll a.m. Thursday F~bruary 14, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids, with Pastor Dan Stoneham officiating. Interment wil follow at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday from 6-8 pm. Memorial contributions can be made to the Capital City Church ,of God, 6228 Bishop Rd. Lansing, MI 48911 or the Eaton Community Palliative Care, 2675 S. Cochran Rd. Charlotte, MI 48813. Please visit our website to plact> online condolences or sign the guest register, www.shellyodell.com

TAMMY LYN KRUSE-WEAVER

Tammy Lyn Kruse-Weaver; of Eaton Rapids, formerly of NC, passed away in Lansing, February 6, 2013 at the age of 45. She was born in Lansing December 24, 1967 the daugh­ter of Bill and Marilyn (Davidson) Kruse. Tammy graduated from Eaton Rapids High School in 1986. She served in the U.S. Navy during the Gulf War and later in Spain and retired from the military in 2004. Tammy served as a Patriot Guard in NC. She loved to crochet and paint ..

Tammy is survived by her parents, Bill Kruse of Eaton Rapids, Marilyn Kruse of FL; fiance, Allen Prince of Charlotte; daughters, Savannah (Royce Strickland) Kosik of NC, Sarah Weaver of VA, Grace Weaver of VA; grandson, Reagan Kosik­Strickland; siblings, Tony (Becky) Lamson of Eaton Rapids, John Kruse of Lansing, Kelly (Jay) Challender of Alma, Kim (Charlie) Spiegelhalter of FL, Bill G. Kruse of Lansing, James (Pam) Kruse of Ft. Polk, LA.

Funeral services with full military honors will be 11 a.m. Tuesday February 12, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids. Interment will be held at a later date. Visitation will be Monday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the VFW National Home, 3573 S. Waverly Rd. Eaton Rapids, Ml 48827. Please visit our website to

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THOMAS WILBUR McCLURE

Thomas Wilbur McClure, Eaton Rapids formerly · of Springport, age 59 died unexpectedly on Monday, February 4, 2013 at his resi­dence. Born on December 5, 1953 in Eaton Rapids, the son of Wilbur and Gladys (Thuma) McClure. Tom was a Springport High School gradu­ate, class of 1972. He worked along side his father Wilbur for many years at McClure Implement Sales in Springport. Tom currently had been work­ing in Automotive Sales and was currently employed with Paradise Motors in Lansing. Preceding him in death were his parents, Wilbur McClure

· and Gladys McClure Mohler. Surviving are two sisters,

Claudia (Larry) Mead of Albion and Pam (Rick) Babbitt of Eaton Rapids; stepfather, Doug Mohler of Albion; 2 nephews, Travis Mead and William Babbitt; and aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral services were held Friday, February 8, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. from the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. Burial followed in the Oakwood Cemetery in Eaton Rapids. Family received friends at the funeral home on Friday. For online condolences please go to www .SkinnerFunera!Home.com

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THOMAS "CLYDE" CRAFT Thomas "Clyde" Craft of

Eaton Rapids, went to be with the Lord, February IO, 2013 at the age of 88. Clyde was born in Breathitt County, KY, July 24, 1924, to Clarence and Martha (Hensley) Craft. Clyde and his son, Ronnie, owned the Craft Construction Co. in Mason and then worked construction in Eaton Rapids for many years. He was also the owner of the Craft Nursery for 30 years. Clyde loved being outdoors planting trees and running the nw.:sery. He was a member of the Capital City Church of God, loved to play the guitar, harmon­ica, sing and listen to gospel music.

Clyde is survived by his daughters, Paulette, (Robert) Swartout of Essexville, Janie (Terry) Eaton of Eaton Rapids, Judy Craft of Eaton Rapids, Dolores Craft of Eaton Rapids; grandchildren, Bill (Mary) Swartout of Bay City, Kimberly (Troy) Westerhof of Holland, Mark (Lori) Eaton of Dimondale; 6 great grandchil­dren; sisters, Christine Brown of Mason, Ruth Ann Long of Mason; brothers, Carl (Donna) Craft of Bunkerhill, Dave Craft of TN. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Roxie Craft; son, Ronnie Craft; daughter, Elaine Craft; brothers, Don, Joe, Ben, Mert Craft.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday February 14, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids, with Pastor Dan Stoneham officiating. Interment will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. Memorial contributions can be _made to the Capital City Church of God, 6228 Bishop Rd. Lansing, Ml 48911 or the Eaton Community Palliative Care, 2675 S. Cochran Rd. Charlotte, Ml 48813. Please visit our web­site to place online condolences or sign~ the guest register, _w,ww.s~ellyodell.yom / He~ +11+ 13

GERALDINE P. (FINCH) CLEEVES

Geraldine P. (Finch) Cleeves was called to heaven on Feb 1st, 2013 at 4:52 p.m. (AZ time). She was a small gal but her heart was big and full of love. She joined God's sal­vation on Nov 9th, 1947 and served God in many ways physically and spiritually. She was born July 11th, 1927 in Lansing, Mich and shortly after moved to Eaton Rapids where she lived for 74 years and then moved to Mesa, AZ to retire. She use to walk to Sunday school at the old E.R. Baptist Church by herself when she was a small young girl. Later in life she was mar­ried in that church to her high school sweetheart, Kenneth L. Cleeves on Nov 26th, 1947. They were married 65 years in 2012. Ken, Geraldine and fam­ily were active members of the church until moving to AZ. She graduated from E.R. High School as an i:xcellent student and joined many school activi­ties. One that stands out, she became the school's main marching band drum majorette.

She is survived by her hus­band Kenneth, 2 children Catherine (Lon) Cook and Kenneth J. (Brenda) Cleeves. She also had a son Thomas Cleeves (deceased). She has 4 grandchildren Kevin Cleeves, Lisa (Paul) Piotrowski, Laura (Daniel) Frakes and Jeremy Cook, 4 great grandchildren Coy a Cook, Hannah Piotrowski, Leia Cleeves and Tommy Frakes. One brother Robert Finch and a brother and sister both deceased, Richard Finch and Rosanna Mann. Geraldine was retired from the State Government of Mich and worked there after her 3 chil­dren were raised. Geraldine was a private secretary and office manager for all chief law enforcement makers in the Department of Natural Resources. She loved to play music on her. mandolin with Kenneth on the guitar, playing in churches, state fairs , rest homes, hospitals and· rescue missions. She also sang musi­cal duets and sang 25 years in the church choir. Her wonder­ful faithful character and puri-ty during her healthy life was followed by her fate of bed rid­den disabilities. She was a peaceful patient, very coopera­tive and even had times of laughter during her early years of illness. For all the years of her suffering, she never com­plained about her condition. Kenneth knows because he cared for her and said he would gladly do it all over again. Geraldine is now in heaven where she is a sacred member of Christ's glory. Her faith was anchored in John 3: 16 and 1st Thessalonians chapter 5, verses 12 through 18, which shared all her earth- . ly concerns. Geraldine will be buried at the Veterans Cemetery in Cave Creek, just outside of Phoenix, AZ. Hospice of the Valley served Geraldine daily for over 6 years. "In honor of Geraldine P. Cleeves" any donations can be sent to: Hospice of the Valley Team J 2020 Woodside Court Gilbert, A+z= ef/1 :1-/13

DAVID EDWARD ALBAUGH

"CAPTAIN DAVE" David Edward Albaugh

"Captain Dave" of Gun Lake (Middleville), passed away February 9, 2013 at the age of 87. David was born June l, 1925 in Elsie, MI , the son of Donald L. and Maybe! Myers Albaugh. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII as an AOM3C(T). David was a member of the VFW. He retired in 1986 from the Highway Department of the State of Michigan. He loved boating and playing on the water. He is survived by his son Robert (Pat) Albaugh of Eaton Rapids; grandsons John (Staci) Albaugh of Freeland, Paul (Daxa) Albaugh of Rochester, MI; four great­grandchildren, Hannah and Jacob of Rochester, Alexzandria and Remington of Freeland; several nephews and nieces; extended family Pam, Mike, Kyle, Eric and Ian Surprenant. He was prede­ceased by his parents; one sis­ter, Betty Wilson.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, February 13, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids. Interment will be at Yankee Springs Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. Memorial contributions can be made to VFW National Home for (::hildren, 3573 S. Waverly Rd., Eaton Rapids, MI 48827. Please visit our website to place online condolences or sign the guest register, www .shell yodell .com

RANDOLPH "RANDY" LYNN BIGGS

Randolph "Randy" Lynn Biggs, age 69, of Traverse City, passed away on January 28, 2013 at home surrounded by his loving family. Randy was born on May 25, 1943, in Lansing. Graduating from Eaton Rapids High School in 1961, Randy volunteered for enlistment in the U.S. Army and was stationed at Ft. Ord, California. He was the son of Alden and Elinor (Lefevre) Biggs.

Randy is survived by his wife of 42 years, Christine Biggs. Randy was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Tamera French; and a brother, Terry Biggs. Randy was a proud and loving father to Kimberly (Greg) Jackson, Nicole Biggs, Todd (Whitney) Biggs and Kent (Emily) Biggs. He also had the joy of being a grandfather to Luke and Noah Jackson , Kaiya Biggs and Greyson Biggs. Also surviving are his sister, Marsha McNeil; nephews Scott (Shirley) Biggs and Shawn (Amanda) Biggs; a niece, Sherry (John) Florez; and several other nieces and nephews.

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LEOPOLDO MELCHOR CORTEZ

Leopoldo Melchor Cortez, Eaton Rapids , MI, passed away on Saturday, February 16, 2013 surrounded by his children and grandchildren , at the age of 88. Leo was born on November 26, 1924 to Aurelio and Maria Luisa (Nieto) Cortez in Tacambaro Michoacan , Mexico. Leo proudly served in the Mexican Militia before moving to the United States. He met Jeronima Cruz in Texas; they were soon married and moved to Eaton Rapids where they raised their four children. Leo worked for and retired from General Motors. After retirement he went to work for the Kunkel family helping out on the farm. Working with the Kunkel's for so many years made them very close and like his second fami­ly. Leo was a familiar face in the Eaton Rapids community living here for 50 years. He was a long time member of St. Peter Catholic Church and loved volunteering his time to help the Knights of Columbus with fish fry's and community events.

He is preceded in death by his parents; and wife, Jeronima. Surviving Leo are his children, Gloria (Tony) Valadez, Miguel Cortez, Mary Lou (Tim) Sloan, Maria Cortez; grandchildren, Anthony Valadez, Michael Valadez , Natasha Cortez, Krista Cortez, Cynthia Chavez, Gloria Chavez, David Chavez; 7 great grandchildren; and numerous brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews.

A mass of Christian burial will be held on Tuesday, February 19, 2013 11 :00 a.ni. at St. Peter Catholic Church in Eaton Rapids. Burial will fol­.Jow at Rosehill Cemetery in Eaton Rapids with Anthony Valadez , Michael Valadez , Tony Valadez, David Chavez, Tim Sloan, and Miguel Cortez acting as pallbearers. The fam­ily will receive friends at Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids on Monday, February 18 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. with rosary at 7:30 p.m. For those desiring memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association 5303 S. Cedar St. Building I Lansing, MI 48911 in memory of Leo Cortez. For online con­dolences or to sign the register book please v1s1t www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com flOA.h ~/1'\l.).-CI~

Patricia Elaine Bennett of Delhi Township passed away at her home on Monday, February 11, 2013 at the age of 83. Patricia was born on March 1, 1929 to Arthur Fuller and Lucille Fox in Lansing, MI. She was a graduate of Eastern High School class of 1947. Patricia enjoyed gardening , reading, and loved working on puzzles. She worked most of her life in department stores and retired from Woolworth of Lansing in the early 90 's.

Preceding her in death are her parents; husband, Kenneth Bennett; son, Bruce Bennett; and grandson , David Bennett. Surviving Patricia are her chil­dren, Becky (Louis Bellmer) Bennett, Joe (Kim) Bennett , Dan Bennett; grandchildren, Lindsey (Jesus) Calvillo, Nichole Bennett, Cory (Shawna) Bennett, Kyle Bennett, Kevin Bennett, Kristy Bellmer; 7 great grandchildren; · brothers, Gary, Glen; sisters, Donna, Millie, Eileen; and sev­eral nieces and nephews.

Graveside services were held on Friday, February 15, 2013 12:30 p.m . at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens in Dimondale. The family received friends at Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids on Friday from lO:OOam.to 12:00 pm. For online condolences or to sign the register book please visit

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DUANE A. "DUKE" NORRIS

Duane A. "Duke" Norris, Charlotte formerly of Eaton Rapids, age 79 died Saturday, February 16, 2013 at the Sparrow Hospital in Lansing following a long illness. Born in Mason , Michigan on February 10, 1934, the son of Ivan and Mary (Purcell) Norris. Duke was a truck driver for all his working career and was a member of the Teamsters local #580 of Lansing . He was an avid hunter and fisherman who enjoyed canning and pickling ·and gardening. He was a coffee shop person who would spend his time visiting with friends and getting to know strangers.

Preceding him in death were his parents; sister and brothers, Ohma, Leo, Don and Billie; son-in-law, Randy Wheeler. Surviving are 4 chil­dren, Stephanie (John) Bright of Charlotte, Jeff (Pam Jehner) Norris of Charlotte, Cindy Norris-Wheeler of Charlotte and Dustin Norris of Eaton Rapids; grandchildren, Stacy Penix, Brittany and Samantha Norris, Dillon Norris and Joey Winters; brothers, LeRoy Norris of Charlotte, Ivan "Ike" (Jan) Norris of Onondaga and Ronnie Norris of Stanton; sis­ter, Lucille Greene and numer­ous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. from the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids with burial following in the Center Eaton Cemetery in Eaton Township. Family will receive friends on Wednesday beginning at ll:OO a.m. at the funeral Home. For online condo­lences please v1s1t www.SkinnerFune@ltlome.com

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NORABELLE REESE Norabelle Reese, Eaton

Rapids , MI., age 95, died Tuesday, February 12, 2013 at the Island City Assisted Living facility in Eaton Rapids where she had been residing for the past few years. A life resident of Eaton Rapids Norabelle was born on December 3, 1917 the daughter of Alva and Vera (Decker) West. Norabelle had formerly worked for the Coast to Coast store in Eaton Rapids and later had worked for sev­eral years as an office clerk for Miller's Dairy Farm factory. Mrs . Reese was a long standing and faithful member of the Eaton Rapids Wesleyan Church .

She was preceded in death by her husband Don Reese in 1996; son-in-law Jack Seger; brother, Robert West; and brother-in-law, Roger Sederlund. Surviving are two daughters, Donaldene (Leonard) Fulcher and Ann Seger both of Eaton Rapids; grandson, Daniel Reed of Eaton Rapids; great grandchil­dren, Kaleb and Cameron Reed; sister Darlene Sederlund of Charlotte and a niece and 3 nephews and several great and great great nieces and nephews.

Memorial services were held Saturday, February 16, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. from the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids with the Pastor Dennis Perkins officiating. For those desiring memorial contri­butions may be made to either the Island City Assisted Living or the Eaton Rapids Wesleyan Church in memory of Norabelle Reese . For online condolences please go to www.SkinnerFuneralHopie.com ~~ ;t\lC\1ao13

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Age 84, died Thurs~ay, February 21, 2013 at the Eaton Commuruty Palliative Care in

,.,. Charlotte. The youngest of 13 children born to Mart~ and Eva (Lindsley) Owen. George served m the Navy as a CBUDT during

, ,. , WWII, station~d in Alaska. George had . . . worked as a Die Setter for Diamond REO

ftil their demise and late~ retired a.s a Driver for CATA rom ~976-90. . George enioyed fishing and huntin and wadtc~bml~ the birds. Preceding him in death were his p!ents· an s1 mgs. '

Survivin~ are his wife of 60+ years, Alice; 4 children Herb (She~1), Karen Scott, Brian (Joanne) and Martin (Lee)'. ll. grandcdhildren and 15 great grandchildren· numerou; rueces an nephews. '

Funeral services will be Tuesday February 26 2013 at 3:00 P~ fro~ the Skinner Fune~al Home in Eaton Rap~ds ~1th burial following in the Bunker Cemete i:amily will recei~e friends at the funeral home on Monl!y d~om f-BPM. In lieu. of !Jowers contributions may be made

irect y to the family m care of Alice Owen. For online condolen~es please go to

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Devin Samuel John Gauna of Eaton Rapids, became a heavenly angel March 5, 2013 at the age of 18. He fought a tough battle with Hodgkin's Lymphoma. Devin was born in Lansing, MI, January 17, 1995 the son of proud parents, Samuel Gauna and Marla (Hebert) Anderson. His great­est love was football. He also enjoyed all water sports- jet skiing, tubing and boating". Devin was very talented with music and loved to dance. He recorded many rap and hip­hop songs. Devin was the life· of the party and quite the joke­ster. He had a positive outlook on life and was such a caring person. Little kids were in awe of him. Devin could take any negative and tum it into a pos­itive as he did with his illness. He will be missed by so many.

He is survived by his par-ents; brothers, Quaqien (Trisha) Gauna, Kol ya (Elizabeth) Gauna, both of Lansing; sisters, Natasha Gauna of Lansing, Rachelle Hayward of OK, Carmen Gauna of Eaton Rapids; uncle, Eddie (Pam) Gauna; aunt, Terri (Scott) Rhoads; grand­mother, Welita Marge Gauna; cousins, Eddie Jr., Alex and Philip, Amanda, Scotty; "nephews, Austin and lsai; niece, Gisele and the love of his life, Janna Wing. Devin was preceded in death by his grandfather, Severo Gauna; grandparents, John and Helen Hebert; step-father, John Anderson.

Memorial services were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 9, 2013 at the Eaton Rapids High School Gymnasium, 800 State St . Eaton Rapids . Memorial contributions can be made to Mott Children's Hospital Office of Medical Development Cancer ~atients~

.1000 Oak ·Brook, Smte 100~~ Ann Arbor, MI 48104 or the ~ Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 1471 E. 12 Mile Rd. Madison Heights, Ml 48071 .

Timothy "Ski" Lesnieski of Eaton Rapids , passed away February 27, 2013 at the age of 60. He was born in Blair, NB. , May 23, 1952 to Thomas and Frances Lesnieski. Tim was a member of the U.S. Navy dur­ing the Vietnam War. He worked for the MSU Physical Plant in the custodial dept for 20 years. Tim was a firm believer in family and educa­tion. He was a loving uncle , husband , brother, father and papa.

Tim is survived by his wife of 29 years, Linda Lesnieski of Eaton Rapids; daughters, Tiffany (Gary French), Amanda Lesnieski; 3 very spe­cial older sisters, Rosemary Nye, Kay (Don) Irish, Tommey Sue Hunt; 7 grand­children, Mackenzie, Conner, Madison, Hailey, Kaylynn, Gabriela, Thomas; very spe­cial friend, Scott (Angie) Clum; many special nieces, nephews, cousins and friends from along the way. He was preceded in death by his par­ents; beautiful granddaughter, MaKayla Lesnieski.

Funeral services were held Monday, March 4, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 5 I 8 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids with Father Dwight Ezop offi­ciating. Interment followed at Ft. Custer Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to the wishes of the fam­ily. Please visit our website to place online condolences or sign the guest register, www.shellyodell.com.

Charles "Jack" L~ Bouldin Eaton Rapids

Cha~les passed away on March 7, 2013 in the loVlllg arms of his family. Born April 27, 1929 in Gleason, TN, the son of the late David and Lyndol Bouldin. He married the love of his life, Helen Maddox Bouldin who survives him, on July 26, 1952 at the ;nd of

. his military service. He served his country proudly. 111 the Korean conflict. He, like all the others who serve, signed a blank check made payable to the "United S!ate_s of America" for an amount of "up to" and including his ~1fe. ~e served proud_ly. He retired after 35 years of s~mce . with . Conrail Railroad and maintained lifetime friendships with many of his co-workers. He was an avid gardener _who loved being in the garden and sharing nature's bounty with everyone.

Jack and Helen were blessed with a loving family. They hav:e two sons,_ David Bouldin and Paul (Sue) Bouldin; his lovmg ~randchildren, S~rah, Jack, Nicholas, Rebecca, Brian and Blair; gre~t-grandchildre?-,. Will, Ella, Clay, Julian, Lucas, A:em?n and Riley. Als? surv1v111g to cherish his memory are his sister, Bettye Patnck; and numerous loving nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents· sister Margie; brothers, Bill, Doug and Bobbie. ' '

A funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, March 12th at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Ho~es, ~00 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. The family will receive fnends on Monday, March 11th from 2:00 - 4:00 PM and 6:00 - 8:0~ PM at the funeral home. The family wishes to express t~eir thanks to the gracious staff on the 2nd floor of th~ Breslm Cafl:cer. Ce~ter at McLaren Greater Lansing Hospital. The family 1s bemg served by Gorsline Runciman F1!Jleral Ho~es. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.grlansing.com

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Age 48, died Wednesday, March 6, 2013 as a result of a snowmobile accident near his northern Michigan cottage. Born October 15, 1964 in Lansing the son of Jim and Karen (Ross) Larder. James was a truck driver and had worked for the Jack Cooper Car Hauling Co. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles in

Charlotte. James enjoyed snowmobiling, fishing and NASCAR. He was an avid Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Enthusiast and loved riding almost as much as he loved his German Shepherd "Rowdy". James was a fix-it person or make it person always repairing rather than buying new. A great accomplishment of his was helping build his father's log home. Preceding him in death were both parents, Jim and Karen. ·

Surviving are his wife of 16 years, Lorraine; brother, David (Emelyn) Larder of Charlotte and nephew, Joseph; mother-in-law Judy Gemalsky ofEaton Rapids.

Funeral services will be Monday, March ll, 2013 at ll:OO a.m. from the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. Family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday' from 3-6 p.m. and one hour prior to service time on Monday. For those desiring, memorial gifts may be made to Heart & Hands at PO Box 217 Eaton Rapids, MI 48827.

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· LINDA M. RICH Linda M. Rich of Eaton

Rapids, MI, age 65, died unex­pectedly at her daughter 's home on Thursday, March 7 , 2013: Born June 27, 1947 in Lansmg the daughter of Carlton "Scotty" and Eileen (Fernburg) Langtry. Linda was an Eaton Rapids High School _graduate, class of 1965. She had retired in 2008 after 30 years of service with Air Lift Co. in Lansing. Linda loved spending time with her family.

Preceeding her in death were her parents; husband , Duane in 20ll; son, Alan in 1979; and granddaughter, Hannah Kibiloski in 2000. Surviving are her son, Chuck (Kathleen) Rich of DeWitt· d~u~hte~, Shelley (Pat) K1b1loski of Eaton Rapids· 5 grandchi ldren, Lea, Jak~b, Carlee, · Madison, and McKenna; one great grand­daughter, Alivia; 3 sisters , Carleen (Dean) Peters of E~ton Rapids, Jan (Roger) Eichstead of Brighton and Gwen (Rockey) Bennett of Pinckey; brother, Jeff (Lisa) ~angtry of Pinckey; mother­m-law, Thelma Rich of Eaton Rapids and sister-in-law Sharon .Miller of Mason sever: al nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be Saturday, March 16, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church at 9220 Kinneville R~ ... Eaton Rapids, MI 48827. V1s1tat1on with family will be Friday, March 15, 2013 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. at the Skinner Funeral Home in Eafon ~apids. Family suggest memo­rial conti:ibutions be made to the First Baptist Church. The family wishes to give a special thanks to the Loving Hands Home Care Agency and especially to Kathy Suzy and JoAnn. Fo; online condolences visit www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com

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Richard Edward Scheffler of Onondaga, Ml, passed away at his home, at the age of 84, March 20, 2013. He was born March 9, 1929 in Wyandotte, MI to Peter and Mary Ann (Sikorski) Scheffler. At the age of 19, he worked as a foreman for the Detroit Edison Company. Richard owned his own excavating company from 1953 until 1970. He then

. became a cattle rancher and worked every day of his life until he was 84 years old. Richard was a humble, small American Farmer who wanted to feed the world, He also took care of his fattic::r's Centennial Farm in Sumpter Township. Richard was a member of the National Farmer's Organization . He loved NASCAR racing, watching MSU sports, listening to old country music and hunted deer every year for past 54 years with his nephews and family. Richard also enjoyed endless conversations with family and friends .

Richard is survived by his three daughters, Nancy (Jay) Crose of Onondaga, Kathleen (Bruce) Sundermeyer of Jackson, Suzanne Havekost of San Antonio, TX; grandchil­dren, Carol (Zi Gibson) Crose of Onondaga, Jeffrey "Tom" Crose of NV, Gregory Havekost of San Antonio, TX; great-grandchildren, Hailey and Lindsey Crose, Tyler and Jay Gibson; siblings, Laura (Donald) Juback, Orneda (James) Quigley, Dorothy (Richard) Greca, Raymond (Lilly) Scheffler, Audrey (Stan) Babik; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Joanne Scheffler in 2000; sib­lings, Burnetta (Arthur) Amy, Archie (Lucille) Scheffler, Donald Scheffler, Robert Scheffler.

A Mass of the Christian Burial was held on Monday, March 25, 2013 at St. Peter Catholic Church, 515 E. Knight St., Eaton Rapids, with Father Bennett Constantine officiating. Interment followed at the Onondaga Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Future Farmers of America and envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Please visit our website to place online condolences or sign the guest register, www.shellyodell.com.

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Teresa "Terry" M. Pugh of Eaton Rapids, passed away unexpectedly from dual strokes, February 27, 2013 at the age of 66. She was born in Chicago, IL., May 21, 1946. Terry was a member of Robbins United Methodist Church and the Red Hat Society. She dressed dolls for the Salvation Army for the Christmas distribution for many years and also tied quilts for the needy. Terry worked as an LPN at Ingham Regional Medical Center, began her family and decided to provide daycare for many area children . for 37 years. She enjoyed cross stitch , sewing, crocheting, crossword and jigsaw puzzles.

Terry is survived by her daughter, Michelle (James) Maddix of Mason; sons, Shannon (Cristy) Pugh of Charlotte, Christopher Pugh of Eaton Rapids; grandchildren, Ashley and Anthony Rockhold , Brooke and Kayle Pugh , James and Payge Maddix; sister-in-law, Ruth Ann Pugh of Lansing; niece, Kiersten (Michael) Hedke of Lansing; special friends, Rose, Brenda, Alma, Barb, Shirley and Rachel. She was preceded in death by her mother, Eileen Collins in 1994; husband Royce Pugh in 1997; daughter, Amy Pugh in 1974.

Funeral services were held, Saturday, March 2, 2013 at Robbins United Methodist Church , with Pastor Mark Payne officiating. Interment followed at North Cemetery in Lansing. Memorial contribu­tions can be made to Robbins United Methodist Church, 6419 Bunker Rd. Eaton Rapids, MI 48827 or the Capital Area Humane Society, 7095 W. Grand River Ave. Lansing, Ml 48906. Please visit our website to place.online condolences or sign the guest register, www.shellyodell.com

JAMES CAMPBELL James Campbell of Eaton

Rapids, formerly of Onondaga, born January 10, 1942, passed away on March 19, 2013 after a long illness at the age of 71.

He served 6 years in the Navy during Vietnam, of which he was very proud. He was a very loving , caring per­son . He loved people and always said that he never met a stranger. He was also very proud of his native heritage and enjoyed searching for arti­facts and teaching others about them. He is survived by many family and friends who will miss him greatly.

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CHARLES (CHUCK) HURD

Charles (Chuck) Hurd of Eaton Rapids, passed over into eternal life, March 26, 2013 at the age of 38. He was born in Lansing, February 17 , 1975 to Charlie and Teresa Hurd. Chuck worked for Dowding Industries for the past IO years. He was known as the owner of the "Christmas House" in Eaton Rapids and the "guy" who rode the ten foot unicycle in the 4th of July parade. Chuck_ loved ttie holidays, (especially Christmas and Halloween as the community can attest to by his fantasic light .and blow up displays), camping, his unicycle, canoe­ing, NASCAR, motorcycles in general and Harleys in particu­lar. He was dearly loved by. his family, his co-workers, and the community of Eaton Rapids. Chuck did not consider him­self a great man but in his own quiet and unassuming way he did "great" things for others. A "Christmas" memorial has been set up by his family at his home on M 99. As you drive by the family requests that you remember him in prayer.

He is survived by his beloved, Heather (S mith) Allen; her children, Lindsay Lampson, Tayler Allen, Landon Allen all of Eaton Rapids; parents, Charles and Teresa (Braska) Hurd of Eaton Rapids; siblings, Tiffany Hurd of Dimondale, Andy Hurd of CA, Rusty (Amber) Hurd of Chark:>tte, TJ Hurd of Eaton Rapids, Suzy Hurd of Eaton Rapids; grandmother, Frances Hurd of Lansing; numerous extended family members and friends.

A Mass of Christian burial was held at l p.m. Thursday March 28, 2013 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 807 St. Mary's Blvd. Charlotte, MI 48813 with Father Frances Mossholder officiating. Interment followed at Rosehill Cemetery. Memorial contribu­tions can be made to Eaton Community Palliative Care, 2675 S. Cochran Rd. Charlotte, MI 488)3 or Relay for Life. Please visit our web­site to place online condo­lences or sign the guest regis­ter, www.shelly0<;lell .com

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GERALD "GERRY" COWLES

Gerald "Gerry" Cowles. of Eaton Rapids, passed away March 25, 2013 at the age of 59. He was born in Jackson, MI, November 15, 1953 the son of Claude and Lovina (Watt) Cowles. Gerry graduat­ed from Eaton Rapids High School iii 1971 and was a 4 year member of the wrestling

• team. Later in life, he became a .long time resident of Charlotte, MI where be loved to read, ride his bike and play his harmoni­ca. Gerry was kind hearted and had a gentle soul.

Gerry is survived by his brother, Claude "Bud" (Cathy) Cowles of Eaton Rapids; twin brother, James Cowles of Suttons Bay; sister, Catliy Parks of Leelanau; several nieces and nephews . He was preceded in death by his par­ents and sister, Susan Goggins.

Memorial services will be field 11 a.m. Saturday, April 6, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St., Eaton Rapids. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Memorial contributions can be made to American Diabetes Association, 170 l N. Beauregard St., Alexandria , VA 2231 I. Please visit our website to place online condolences or sign the guest register, 'f'f.w.shellyodell.corry. ~aaJU4.. '--1 I .;i..1X>t3

LOGAN MICHAEL SMITH April 6, 2013

Precious little one, we bad you in 9ur lives such a very short time, but we'll hold you in our hearts forever . .

It seemed like a fleeting moment but it was Icing enough to see you, touch you, hold you, love you.

It was long enough to know that your life was indeed a gift, no matter how fragile.

Your life was indeed a gift and we'll forever hold you in our'hearts forever.

Surviving are his parents, Kiml>erly and William Smith, brother, Brysen Smith, grand­parents, Debbie & Todd Gubry and Roxann & Tom· Smith, uncles, Mike (Megan) Smith, Jason Gubry, aunt, Kelli Gubry and cousin Ethan Walling.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, April IO, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. from Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids,. Family will receive friends on Wednesday, April 10, 2013 from noon to 1 :00 p.m. at the funeral home. . ""> ......

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. ~ to C. S. Mott Children 's Hospital, 1540 E. Hospital Drive, j Ann Arbor, MI 48!09. Foronline .,. ~ondolences please visit t:$

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60, retired General Motors welder, died March 13, 2013.

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·Olin Eugene Sproat Eaton Rapids

Passed away on Monday, April l, 2013 at the age of 89. He was born on October 24 1923 ~o William an~ Lela (Kessler) Sproat~ Lansmg, MI. Olm proudly served his country during WWII and received the Purple Heart along with numerous other medals. He was a Mason in Lansing for 20

years. . He owned ~proat Farm Realty and had offices in Potterville, and Leshe. Real Estate was his passion and he enjoyed being a broker.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Ruth· and son Randy. Surv~ving are his best friend, Laura Swift; daughter: M~ty Jo (Bill) Fle.ser, daughter-in-law, Patti Sproat; 3 step children; grandchildren, Jeanne (John) Kitchen Larry (Wanda) Wicke, Kimberly (Hatim) Alem, Kelly Coustin) Taylor: great grandchildren, Remington Wicke, Oliver Taylor; . and many step grandchildren, and step great­grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Friday, April S, 2013

11:00 AM at Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 4-8 PM. Olin will be missed by his family, bi~.t they are all happy that he knew the Lord, and that they will have the wonderful chance to see him again. For condolences visit www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com

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MINNIE FAYE SMITH Minnie Faye Smith of

Shelby, North Carolina, for­merly of Eaton Rapids , MI, age 63, died unexpectedly on Saturday, April 6, 2013 at her residence in Shelby. Born January 29, 1950 in Salyersville , KY., one of Fourteen children born to Clyde and Ethel (Poe) Barnett. Minnie formerly worked for Heifetz Pickle . Company in Eaton Rapids and later baby sat for several families' children in the Eaton Rapids area. Preceding her in death was her father; brothers , Larry and Doug Barnett.

Surviving are her life com­panion of over 30 years, Jim Camp of Shelby; 3 sons, Rick (Tina) Smith of Marion, KY., Jeff Smith of Springport and Kevin (Cora) Smith of Springport; Mother, Ethel; 6 grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Kathleen, Roger, Carolyn, Brenda, Eugene, Isam, Patsy, Cassa, Jerry, Terry and Ruth; numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be Thursday, April 11 , 2013 at 11 :00 a.m. with the Pastor Todd McClain of the Assembly of God Church, Olivet officiat­ing from the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. Burial will follow at the Oakwood Cemetery in Eaton Rapids. Family will receive. friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. For online condolences please visit www.SkinrierFuneralHoine · Flci~h.v.i. 4 q { 1.3 .

DR. BRIAN J. NETTLEMAN Dr. Brian Nettleman of CA,

formerly of Eaton Rapids , passed away on Easter Sunday. He was the beloved husband of Lynda, his high school sweet­heart, loving and active father of Jared and Barrett, brother of Robert (Mari Beth), Bruce (Dora) and Paul (Florence) Nettleman and uncle to many nieces and nephews.

For the past 40 years, Brian had a successful orthodontics practice in Saratoga and San Jose, and was the man behind thousands of straight-toothed smiles in the area. He complet­ed his Doctorate of Dental Surgery in 1967 and Orthodontic Certification in 1973 at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. A Captain in the United States Air Force, he was stationed at Offutt Air Force Base near Omaha, NB from 1967 until 1969, and moved to Saratoga in 1973.

Originally from Eaton Rapids, MI, Brian was a rabid fan and die-hard supporter of the University of Michigan (Go Blue!) and for many years had the Michigan Fight Song as his cell phone ringtone . Brian's free time was spent on sports trips with his boys, golf­ing at the La Rinconada Country Club, skiing in Tahoe, and volunteering at the· Saratoga Federated Church.

He is a member of the American Assodiation of Orthodontists, Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontics and the Saratoga Education Foundation.

A funeral' service will take place~ at 11 :00 a.m. on Friday April 12, 2013 at Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main , Eaton Rapids,. MI 48827. Visitation will be Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment at Rosehill Cemetery in Eaton Rapids, MI. Donations in Dr. Brian Nettleman's memory to the American Cancer Society ",. ____ ££1 ....... , ..... _ ..., ..-i .... nA •• A

Gloria (Domagalski) Hanthorne Eaton Rapids

Gloria (Domagalski) Hanthome, age 65, passed away suddenly Monday, April 8 at her home in Eaton Rapids.

Born July 31, 1947 to Max and Julia Domagalski in Saginaw, she graduated from

Sts. Peter and Paul High School in 1965 and Western Michi­gan University in 1972 with a Master's in Speech Pathol~gy and Audiology. She worked 40 years as a. Spe~ch Th~rap1st, including 20 years at St. Lawrence Hospital in Lansing. be­fore discovering that teachers get summers off. She retired from Holt Public School in 2012 after 11 years, where her proudest accomplishment was her class for students with autism, teaching life and job skills throug~ their bu~iness ~ which the}'. raise? money for field trips, gifts for the1~ famil­ies, and limousine chauffeured prom mghts. Glona was moving to Crystal to retire to her dream home she sp~nt years planning and building. She loved gardening, playing games, pontoon cruising, and collecting.

She was predeced in death by her husband of 40 years (September 25, 1971), John.

All too soon she has left her daughter Jennette Hanthome and her husband Christopher Cantrell (grand-dog Marley) of Mt. Pleasant and son Eric and his partner Doug Havens of Crystal. She also leaves her si.ster Diane Bowen, . bro~er Greg Domagalski, both of Saginaw; brother-and-s1ster-in­law Dr. Harold and Jane Humphrey of East Lansing; 3 ne­phews; and other family and special friends like Michelle Placer and Diann Harrell.

Our beloved mother, sister, and friend spent her life car­ing for us, helping patients and students, and hosting special occasions with her loved ones.

The family will receive relatives and friends Sunday, April 14th from 4-7 PM and Monday, April 15th from 10-11 AM with a funeral service following at 11 AM, all at Lux & Scbnepp Funeral Home in Cryst&L Burial will follow at the Crystal Cemetery. In lieu of flower~ memorial contribu -tions can be made to the John and Glona Hanthome Educa­tion Fund. Condolences can be sent to? the family at www.luxfuneralhomes.com I- 5 ;r 'I 13 I 20 I 3

DAVID P. CHAMBERLAIN David P. Chamberlain , age

69 of Eaton Rapids passed away at the Eaton Community Palliative Gare home in Charlotte, with his family by his side on Sunday, April 14th 2013, after a long and cour­geous battle with cancer. He was born in Toledo, OH, the son of Verna and Vernon Charhberlain . David was a security manager for 20 years . His greatest loves were that of his wife, sons, daughters and especially his 14 grandchil-dren. ·

David is survived by his wife Sandy Wyatt­Chamberlain of Eaton Rapids; son, Brian Chamberlain and daughter, Heather Cham.berlain both of Midland, daughter, Heidi Chamberlain of Lansing; step-daughters, Jenna (Frank) Suranor and Jessie (James) Cook; step-son, Justin Seigo all of Eaton Rapids; mother and father-in­law, Nellie and David Wyatt of Dimondale; sisters-in-law; Debbie (Gary) Carlson of Greenville, Kathy (Greg) Meredith of Onondaga, Kim Wyatt of Dimondale.

Private graveside services will be Friday, April 19th at the Rosehill Cemetery in Eaton Rapids. A memorial gathering with luncheon will be Friday at 2:00 p.m. at the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids For those desir: ing memorial gifts may be made to the Eaton Community Palliative Care at 2675 S Cochran St Charlotte, MI 48813. For on line condo-· Lences please v1s1t www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com

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HELEN L. HAMAN­AUSTEN

Helen L. Haman-Austen, age 85, formerly of Narrow Lake died Saturday, April 13, 2013 at the Eaton Community Palliative Care in Charlotte. Born on December 9, 1927 in Charlotte, MI the daughter of Alva and Beulah (Spitzer) Kimmel. Helen had formerly worked at the Eaton Stamping Co. in Eaton Rapids,and later had owned and operated Narrow Lake Beauty Nook and finally retired from Olds Mobile Home Sales in Lansing. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Frank in 1977 and Edward in 2004; brother, Bob Kimmel and sis­ters, Dawn Cramer and Mary Jane McClelland. ·

Surviving are her 4 chil­dren, S.tephen (Deborah) Haman of DeWitt, Linda (Doug) Fulk of Haslett, Denise (Paul Janecke) Haman of

· Eaton Rapids and Greg (Sandra) Haman of Grand Rapids; 13 grandchildren and 35 great grandchildren; sister, Janet Haney of Texas and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be Wednesday, April 17, 20P at 11 :00 a.m. from the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. Burial will follow in the ·Perry Cemetery in Brookfield Township. Family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. For those desiring memorial gifts may be made to the Eaton Community Palliative Care in memory of Helen Haman­Austen. For online. condo­lences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com

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ROVeE EUGENE' MOSSHOLDER

Royce Eugene Mossholder · of Eaton Rapids. How does

one sum up one good man's 84 years of living? There are the facts and figures but so much more is left within us, family and friends who knew and cared for him. Mi husband of 61 years was born August 20, 1928 in Aurora, IL. He gradu­ated from Joliet Junior College and then MSU, where we met, with degrees in Forestry and Agriculture. Royce served in the US Army from 1951-1953. We married on Christmas Day in ' 1951 while Royce was on leave from the Army. For 42 years Royce received numer­ous awards and much appreci­ation from all he serviced in the Life Insurance business with Minnesota Life and co-' founding Centennial Group. He enjoyed all his Michigan farmer clients as he had enjoyed working with his granddad .in earlier years on his Illinois farm. Royce also worked as a forester , orchardist and pest control agent. Many . benefited from his keen intellect and vast knowledge and love of nature. Royce also enjoyed playing oldies music and sharing his skill playing his accord.ion at local retirement homes in his later years. He was know there as "Royce the Memory Man."

With the years, we were blessed with 5 sons, Roy (Kim) of Ft. Myers, FL, Brian (former wife, Deb) of Milford, MI, Blake Mossholder of Mason, deceased sons, Mark and Craig; deceased daughter­in-law, Arny; 8 beloved grand­children, Meagan Elizabeth, Monica, Jacob, Casey· Margaret, Brandon Royce, Kyle, Madison and Nicholas. Memorial services will be 3

pm Saturday April 20, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral ~ Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids. Visitation will be Saturday one hour prior to the • service. Please visit our web--....... site to place online condo- \.1... lences or sign the guest regis-ter, www.shellyodell .com. We expect to be consoled by all the loving memories we will have of one good man that we have been blessed to know.

ETHELDA M. CATALINE Ethelda M. Cataline, Eaton

Rapids, Ml., age 81, died unexpectedly at her residence on Wednesday, April 10, 2013. Born on March 24, 1932 in Lansing , the daughter ·of William and Anna (Harmon) Elston. Ethelda was a retired . school bus driver for the Eaton Rapids Public Schools for 23 years. She was a life member of the O.E.S. # 241 in Eaton Rapids. She enjoyed traveling, camping, her lake home and especially spending time with her grandchildren . She was preceded in death by her par­ents, brothers, Wilbur and Admiral "Jim" Elston and sis­ter, Lena Getter.

Surviving are her husband of 63 years, James of Eaton Rapids; 3 children, Bill (Lynn Howard) Cataline of Frankenmuth, Deb (Don) Blackwell of Battle Creek and Jim (Yvonne) Cataline of Eaton Rapids; 9 grandchildren , Rob (Juliana) Blackwell of Arlington, VA., Sara (Cam) Williams of Battle Creek, Shelly (Isaiah) Clise of Eaton Rapids, Jenny (Jimmy) Lawson of Eaton Rapids, Kimberlee (Greg) Stinson of Cli?, Brandon Cataline, Cody Cataline, Cayla Cataline and Kate Cataline all of Frankenmuth; 6 great grand­children, Katelyn , .Jenna, Lauren, Brook, Hayden and James; 2 brothers, CJayton Elston and Frank Elston both of Eaton Rapids; sever~! nieces and nephews.

Family received friends at the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids on Saturday, April 13th. For those desiring memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one's choice in memory of Ethelda M. Cataline. For online c<.in­dolences please v1s1t www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com

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Scott A. Farr Harold "Bud" McGeachy Eaton Rapids

Eaton Rapids · Passed away on Friday, April 18,

2013 at the age of 91. Bud was born to Ruby and James McGeachy in Port Huron, MI on March 6, 1922. After graduating from Bad Axe High School he

Scott A. Farr, passed away April 20, 2013 in Lansing, MI after a courageous battle with Leukemia. He was born September l , 1967 in Grand Rapids, Michigan and was a graduate of Lakewood High School Class of 1986. He went on after much training to re­ceive his master's plumber license. Scott

not only enjoyed but was very good at his job which earned him the title of General Foreman for John E. Green Compa­ny. Scott was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed watching his favorite team, the Steelers, play football on Sunday after­noons.

served 3 years in the US Navy during WWII. He returned home and married his sweetheart J~e Simpson. They were married 61 years before her death m

2007. . . . il · 1 Surviving him are his 3 girls, Jill, Jan, Ga ; son-m- aw,

Raymond Thompson; grandc~ldren, Micah (Erica), Luke McLaughlin, Vanessa and Gamso~ Thompson; great grand-children, Asher & Haven McLaughlm. .

Bud was a true representative of the greatest gen~ratlon. He had amazing work ethic; he was res.ourceful, ~hich was valuable in his carpentry skills, and making somethmg ou~ of nothing. Bud volunteered by .sharing . his le~dership skil,ls. work ethics, and his toolbox with: Robms Uruted Metho~1st Church /Mission Projects, 4-H, Lions Club, Eaton Rapids Historical Society, and many friends. , ril

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He is survived by wife, Cheryl (nee Possehn); three chil­dren, Erik, Elana and Jason; mother, Joan Farr; brother-in­law, Tom (Julie) Posseh Jr.; sisters-in-law, Christine (Tom) Wilson, Jeanne (Mark) Goosmann; Patricia (Ken) Huver, and Lori Possehn; mother-in-law Katherine Possehn and many nieces and nephews. Scott was preceded in death by grandparents, Earl and Bernice Sanborn; father-in-law, Tom Possehn Sr. and brother-in-law Ron Possehn.

A memorial service will be held Thursday, April 25, 2013, 11:00 a.m. at The Liberty Church, Grand Ledge with The Reverend David D. Stephens, officiating. The fami­ly will receive friends Wednesday 4-8:00 p.m. at the Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. Memorial con­tributions may be given to the Barbara Ann Karmanos Can­cer Institute or The Bone Marrow Foundation. Online memories and guest book entries at www.holihanatkin.com

A memorial service will be held Tuesday, Ap 12:00 PM at Robins United Methodist ~hurch 6419 Bunker Rd. Eaton Rapids, Ml 48827. In heu of flowers memorial gifts may be made to Heifer International sent to Jan Lynch P.O. Box 4728 East Lansing, MI 48826 or pres~~­ted at the service. For online condolences v1s1t www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com

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MARY BALLARD Mary Ballard of Eaton

Rapids, passed away April 21, 2013 at the age of 71 . She was born in Newberry April 2, 1942 the daughter of Earl and Verna (Zenker) Hunter. Mary was previously employed by Eaton Manor in Charlotte. She enjoyed playing cards, watch­ing NASCAR, Detroit Tiger baseball and The Young and the Restless on the television. Mary loved her grandchildren.

Mary is survived by her husband, Randy Ballard of Eaton Rapids; sons, William (Jamie) Hunter of Holt, Pete Hunter of Warren; daughter Joy (Russell) Caudill of Eaton Rapids; 5 grandchildren, Cody, Jacob, Skyler, Karly Hunter and Krissy Caudill; brother, Charles Hunter of Perry; sister, Virgiline Bandt of Perry. She was preceded in death by her. parents; brothers, Ernest, Robert, Rod, Earl and Richard Hunter; sister Verna Hobbins.

Memorial services will be held at the family's home, May 4 at 1 p.m. Arrangements were entrusted to Shelly-Odell Funeral Home. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1755 Abbey , Road, East Lansing, MI 48823 ~ Those desiring can visit our website to place online condo­lences or sLgn the guest register, www.shellyodell.com

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HAROLD "BUD" .MCGEACHY

Harold "Bud" McGeachy, Eaton Rapids, MI, passed away on Friday, Aprif 18' 2013 at the age of 91. . Bud was born to Ruby and Ja01es McGeachy in Port Huron , MI on March 6 , 1922. After gr~d­uating from Bad Axe Hi~h School he served 3 years m the US Navy during WWII. He returned home and mamed his sweetheart June Simpson. They were married 61 years before her death in 2007 ·

Surviving hi.111 are his _ 3 girls, Jill, Jan, Gail; son-m­law, Raymond Thomp~on; grandchildren, Micah (Enca), Luke McLaughlin, Vanessa & Garrison Thompson; great grandchildren , Asher & Haven McLaughlin.

Bud was a true representa­tive of the greatest generation. He had amazing work ethic; he was resourceful, which was valuable in his carpen_try skills, and making somethmg out of nothing. Bud volun­teered by sharing his leader­ship skills , wor~ ethics, ~nd his toolbox with: Robms United Methodist Church /Mission Projects, 4-H , Lions Club Eaton Rapids Historical Soci~ty, and many friend~.

A memorial service will be held Tuesday, April 30 12:00 p.m. at Robins United Methodist Church 6419 Bunker Rd . Eaton Rapids, MI 48il27 . In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be made to Heifer International sent to Jan Lynch P.O. Box 4728 East Lansing, MI 48826 or prese_nt­ed at the service. For onhne condolences visit www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com

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JEANNE R. STOUGHTON Jeanne R. Stoughton , Eaton

Rapids , passed away on Monday, April J 5, 201_3 at age 84. Born April 28, 1928 the youngest of 3 children born to Louis and Mable (Toney) Reeves in Lawrence , Michigan . Jeanne had worked as a sales clerk for the Rottenbucher Pharmacy in Eaton Rapids for many years. She loved cats, and was kriown as "The Cat Lady" for her lapel pins and adored her cats that she would always name "Duncan". She was a fa~ of the Red Wings Hockey Team and the Detroit Tiger 's Baseball Team. Jeanne was an avid reader, collected Beanie Babies and always enjoyed getting pampered at the beauty shop. Jeanne also volunteered for the Eaton Rapids Medical Center Auxiliary working in the Owl's Perch Gift Shop. Preceding her in death was her daughter, Julie Stoughton in 2011.

Surviving are her son , Mark (Patty) Stoughton of Milton, FL, 5 grandchildren; Kelly Whittum, Joshua Wolfe, Meaghan (Allen) Kent , Kaitlyn Stoughton and Keenan Stoughton; brother, John Reeves of Grand Rapids and sister, Margaret Ann Blaschke of Huntsville, TX.; several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service was held on Saturday, April 20, 2013 at Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. Family received friends at the funeral home one hour prior to the service. For those desiring , memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton County Medical Care Facility ~

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GERALDINE "RED" WILLIAMS

Geraldine "Red" Williams of Eaton Rapids, passed away April 18, 2013 at the age of 85. She was born in Eaton Rapids June 16, 1927 to Clyde and Grace Eply Oberlin. Geraldine was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary and Tops. She worked for Heifetz Pickle Factory, Green Bay Foods, and Storybook Nursing Horne. Geraldine enjoyed crafting, sewing, woodworking, flowers and most importantly, she loved her grandchildren. Geraldine's family would like to thank McLaren Greater Lansing for their excellent care and compassion and the Dimondale Center for making their · facilities very comfort­able and homey.

She is survived by her chil­dren, Mike (Ellen Angel) Williams of Eaton Rapids, Shirley (Jerry) Wood of Eaton Rapids; grandchildren, Jacob Angel-Williams of Eaton Rapids, Claire (Jacob)

· DelaPaz of NY; Geraldine was preceded in death by her par­ents; husband, Hershel Williams; siblings, Larry Oberlin, Clyde (Donna) Oberlin, Warren (Maryln) Oberlin, Bob (Louell a) Oberlin, iosephine (Dewey) Calc\,well, . Gertrude (Wm) Skinner, Grace (Ken) Squires, Mary (Jerry) Cole.

. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. on Monday, April 22, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St Eaton Rapids with Pastor Winford Collins officiating. Interment will follow at Perry Cemetery in Eaton County. Visitation was Sunday. Memorial contributions can be made to Eaton Community Palliative Care, 2675 S. Cochran Rd . Charlotte, MI 48813. Please visit our website to place online condolences or sign the guest register,

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., JAMES "JIM" LEE \:r HAMILTON

James "Jim" Lee Hamilton, Eaton Rapids, age 59 of Eaton Rapids died peacefully on Friday evening, April 26, 2013 with his family by his bedside. Jim was born on October 21, 1953 in Eaton Rapids the son of Everett Lee Hamilton and Joan E. Winters . Jim was an Eaton Rapids High School graduate, class of 1971. Following graduation Jim joined the Navy and served from 1971 to 1977 dur­ing the Viet Nam War and was commissioned a 2nd class Petty Officer. Jim was trained in the military and furthered his education and became an Engineer. He had worked for 30 years with the Eaton Stamping Company in Eaton Rap!ds as a Manufacturing Engmeer. Preceding him in death were his father, Everett Lee Hamilton and first wife, Mary Jo (Xanders) Hamilton.

Surviving are his wife of 3~ years, Jean; step-daughter, Lisa (Joe) Beam of Eaton Rapids; grandchildren, Sara Jean Doner and Fred Rogers; great grandchild, Blaine Hall; Mother and step-father, Joan (Bill). Hubbard of Alabama· sisters, Jane (Ron) Moss of Charlotte and Carol Pilmore of Indiana; brother, David ·(Diane) Hamilton of Onondaga; nieces and nephews, Megan, Andy and Katie Moss , Kerri Jean Hamilton, Patrick and Coleen Pilmore .

Memorial services will be Wednesday, May l , 2013 at I :00 p.m. from the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids with Rev. Stephen Ezop, officiating. Family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to service time. For those desiring memorial gifts may be made

, to the VA Hospital for cancer research 2215 Fuller Rd . #312 AnnArbor,MI48105 in mem­ory of James Hamilton. For online condolences please visit www .SkinnerFuneralHome.com.

ANTHONY KRUZEL Anthony Kruzel of Eaton

Rapids, passed away April 26, 2013 at the age of 84. He was born in Petoskey, MI, January 23, 1929, the son of John and Julia Kruzel. Anthony joined the U.S. Ariny at the age of 18 and served for 4 years.· He retired from Oldsmobile after 33 years of service. Anthony was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed vegetable gardening, watching NA.SCAR and trav­eling throughout Michigan.

Anthony is survived by his wife, Juanita Kruzel of Eaton Rapids; children 1 Donald Kruzel, Robert Kruzel and Janice (Dale Ryckman) Kruzel all of Eaton Rapids; grandchil­dren, Elysha Kruzel and Karen Ryckman both of Eaton Rapids. He was preceded ·in death by his parents and 7 sib­lings.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 1, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids . Visitation will be Tuesday from 2-4 p .m. and 6-8 p.m. with a rosary said at 7 p.m. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Peter Catholic Church , 518 E. Knight St. Eaton Rapids , MI 48827 . Please visit our web­site to place online condo­lences or sign the guest regis­ter, www .shell yodell .com.

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Ronald L. Lovejoy Eaton Rapids

March 14, 1922 - March 8, 2013 Ronald Lovejoy of Eaton Rapids, MI and

Palmetto, FL, age 90 died March 8, 2013 in Palmetto, FL after a very brief illness. Ron was born in Blanchard, MI the son of Earl

f and Elma Lovejoy. Ron was a machine re-pairman for Oldsmobile (GM) in Lansing

for 31 years retiring in 1977. During World War II, Ron proudly enlisted in the US Navy to serve his country in the Pacific aboard the USS Adair, a troop transport ship. Ron was a longtime member of First Lutheran Church in Char­lotte, MI and the Community Church at Palm Bay Mobile Home Park in Palmetto, FL.

Ron was preceded in death in 2012 by the love of his life, Veralee to whom he was married for 67 years. Ron was also preceded into everlasting life by his parents Earl and Elma, and 10 brothers and sisters: Clifford, Nina, Vera, Cortes, Edna, Carl, Clyde, Robert, Laura and Wayne. Ron is sur­vived by: his daughter, Sue (Mike) Kessler; son, Tom (Evelyn) Lovejoy and daughter-in-law, Carol Huntington and many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 AM Satur­day, May ll, 2013 at the First Lutheran Church, 550 E. Shepherd St. in Charlotte, MI with Pastor Timothy Olson officiating. Visitation will be held at the Church beginning at 10:00 AM before the service. Interment will be at Chapel Hill Memo11ial Gardens in Lansing at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to First Lutheran Church in memory of Ron. Arrangements are being made by Burkhead-Green Funeral Home in Charlotte. ,_~:l'" S/ZO / ;::; www.burkhead-gree~eralhome.com 51 -'

Sandra M. Bowen Eaton Rapids

Age 75 passed away M~y 4, 2013 ~ Lansing. She was born April 24, 1938 m Grand Ledge to Lloyd and Helen Cook.

Sandra is survived by her husband of 57 years Bill Bowen; children: Belinda Slayter, Luanne (Randy) Gaston, Mike (Lorraine) Bowen, and Doug (Cindy) Bowen; 9

grandchildren and 9 great-grandchild!en; stepmother, Joan Cook; siblings: Paul (Ruth). Carl, Billy Cook, and Marla (Clare) Griffm; and daughter-m-law, Robm Bowen.

She was preceded in death by her parents, .a son Randy, granddaughter Spring, and siblings: Tracy and Richard. -

The funeral for Sandra Bowen will be 1:00 p.m: Thursday, May 9, 2013, at the Estes-~'.ldley Holt/De":U Chapel with Pastor Steve M~~on. offic1~tmg. ~ter~ent will follow in Leek Cemetery. VlSltat10n wilI be 5.00-7.00 p.m. Wednesday.

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THOMAS "TOM" W. NICHOLS

Thomas "Tom" · W. Nichols, Eaton Rapids, at age 70, Tom went to rejoin the love of his life Jildy on May 3, 2013. Tom was born on January 11, 1943, one of nine children born to Tommy and Polly (Crisp) Nichols. Tom was a retired employee of. Fisher Body in Lansing. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. His greatest joy was spending time with family. If a grandchild has a sporting event, that is where he could be found cheering them on! Tom was an avid hunter and fisherman who enjoyed being outdoors. Preceding him in death was his wife , Judith in June 24, 2010.

Surviving are 3 children, Kim (Karl) Grant of Dimondale, Pam (Dave) Shafer of Duck Lake and Tony (Julie) Nichols of Grand Blanc; 6 grandchildren, Brooke (Randon) Gould, Taylor Grant, Drew and Lexi Shafer, Katelyn and T.J. Nichols; one great grandchild, Arianna Gould; brother and sisters, Josie, Carol, Shirley, Mary, Phyllis, Barbara, Rick and Patricia; with numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be Thursday, May 9, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. from the First Presbyterian Church 309 S . .Sophia St. Homer, MI. with Rev. Timothy Marvil, offi­ciating. Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery in Homer. Family will receive friends at the church on

-Thursday morning · begin ­ning at 10:00 a.m. For those desiring memorial gifts may be made to either the First Presbyterian Church or the Eaton County Meals­On-Wheels in memory of Tom Nichols. For online condolences please visit

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RONALD L. LOVEJOY Ronald L. Lovejoy, Eaton

'Rapids, Ml and Palmetto, FL, March 14, 1922 - March 8, 2013.

Ronald Lovejoy of Eaton Rapids, MI and Palmetto, FL, age 90 died March 8, 2013 in Palmetto, FL after a very brief illness. Ron was born in Blanchard, Ml the son of Earl and Elma Lovejoy. Ron was a machine repairman - for Oldsmobile (GM) in Lansing for 31 years retiring in 1977 . During World War II, Ron proudly enlisted in the US Navy to serve his ·country in the Pacific aboard the USS Adair, a troop transport ship. Ron was a longtime member of First Lutheran Church in Charlotte , MI and the Community Church at Palm Bay Mobile Home Park in Palmetto, FL.

Ron was preceded in death ill. 2012 by the love of his life, Veralee to whom he was mar­ried for 67 years. Ron was also preceded into everlasting life by his parents Earl and Elma, and I 0 brothers and sisters: • Clifford, Nina, Vera, Cortes, Edna, Carl, Clyde, Robert, Laura and Wayne. Ron is sur­vived by: his daughter, Sue • (Mike) Kessler; son, Tom (Evelyn) Lovejoy and daugh­ter-in-law, Carol Huntington and many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 am. Saturday, May 11, 2013 at the Frrst Lutheran Church, 550 E. Shepherd St. in Charlotte, Ml with Pastor Tunothy Olson officiating. Visitation will be held at the Church beginning at 10:00 am. before the service. Interment will be at Chapel Hill Memorial

. Gardens in Lansing at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to First Lutheran Church in memory of Ron. Arrangements are being made by Burkbead­Green Fwteral Home in Charlotte. www.burkhead-greenfuneral-

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JEROME DAVID LAREAU Jerome David Lareau

Eaton Rapids, MI Passed away on May 11, 2013 at the age of 85. Jerome was born in 1927 to Theodore and Edith Lareau in Lansing, MI. He graduated from Resurrection High School in 1944. After high school he joined the US Navy and proudly served his country in WWII . Jerome graduated from Michigan State University in 1950 with a degree in Civil Engineering. He thoroughly enjoyed his 31 years of employment at Ford Motor Company in a variety of increasingly-responsible man­agerial positions. Upon his retirement in 1984 he pur­chased an 80-acre farm in the Eaton Rapids area that he worked until the age of 81, when he claimed the rocks were getting heavier. Jerry loved traveling with his wife Joyce, and especially enjoyed river cruises throughout Europe, parts of Asia, and Africa. He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Theodore Lareau and sister, Ruth Kauffold.

Surviving are his wife of 59 years, Joyce; daughters, Nanette (Terrence) Conant and Sharon Lareau; sons , Gregory Lareau, Mark Lareau, and Steven Lareau; grandchildren, Bryan Lareau, Connor Lareau, Aimee (Robin) Richter; great granddaughter, Rebecca Richter; sister, Jeanne Binder; and many nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Mass will be held at I 1 :00 a.m. on Thursday, May 16, 2013 at St. Peter Catholic Church in Eaton Rapids with Fr. Bennett Constantine as celebrant. There will be a private family committal at Rose hill Cemetery. Those desiring may make memorial contribu­tions to St. Vincent DePaul in memory of Jerome Lareau. Memories may be shared with the family at www .SkinnerFuneralHorne.com

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Gary "Butch" Stevens Eaton Rapids

Our hero, Gary "Butch" Stevens, went to live with the Lord on Wednesday, May 15,

. 2013. Gary started his journey by marrying ~ his middle school sweetheart, Marjorie

Doolittle, in 1959. They were blessed with 3 daughters,

Theresa Stevens, Angela (Kevin) Shope and Shelly (Tim) O'Connor; 7 grandchildren and 6 great grand­children; brother, Larry (Pam) Stevens; sister, Linda (James) Hankes-Smith and many other siblings survive. Gary was preceded in death by his grandparents, who raised him, Ann and Charles Mangols; his father and mother, John and Ruth (King) Stevens; step-mother, Marylou Green.

A loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfa­ther, Gary's greatest accomplishment was his beautiful fami­ly. He spent 30 years with CAT A, retiring in 2005.

The Funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. at St. Peter Catholic Church, Eaton Rapids, with Rev. Fr. Bennett Constantine as Celebrant. The family will receive friends Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Delta Chapel and Tuesday from 10 a.m. until service time at the church. For those wishing, memorial contributions may be made to the Alz.org in memory of Gary. Friends may sign the online guestbook at www.palmerbush.com.

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Helen Jody O'Leary Eaton Rapids

Passed away May 21, 2013 at the age of 79. Jody was born in Lansing, June 30, 1933 to Fendley and Bertha Collins. She earned a degree at MSU majoring in dance. Jody loved music, playing the piano, organ and the accordion. She was an avid golfer and was a big time bridge player. Jody was a

member of St. Peter Catholic Church and the Women's Altar Society.

She is survived by her husband of 59 years, John O'Leary of Eaton Rapids; daughters, Kathleane O'Leary of CA, Patricia (Jerry) Dwan of Frankenmuth; sons, Dan (Jerilyn) O'Leary of Maple Rapids, Mike (Kristy) O'Leary of Eaton Rapids; grandchildren, Logan, Alison, Jessica, Kevin, Bennett, Erin, Ryan and Lindsey; great-grandchildren, Landon and Isla. Jody was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Sondra Murry.

A Mass of Christian burial will be 11 am Saturday May 25, 2013 at St. Peter Catholic Church, SlS E. Knight St., Eaton Rapids with Fr. Bennett Constantine officiating. Interment will follow at Rosehill Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids and the hour prior to the service at the church. A Rosary will be said at the funeral home Friday at 7 pm. Memorial contributions can be made in Jody's memory to the Wounded Warriors Project, ll20 G St. NW Suite 700, Washington, DC 20005. . Please visit our website to place online condolences or s~· n the guest register, www.shellyodell.com. 5 j .;i.<'l./ Q. cl

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Judith "Judy" Rosalie Fillingham of Eaton Rapids,

Do not weep for I am not here. Judy has gone on to be with her Lord. Her loving smile and joyful laugh will always be

remembered. Judy passed away May 28, 2013 at the age of 87. She was born in Lansing, MI October 27, 1925 to· Gilbert and Daisy Galligan Roen. Judy worked as a secretary for the Federal Government in the Animal Health division. She attended South Church and was a lifetime member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary post 1283. Judy enjoyed traveling, fishing in· Canada, painting, singing, dancing, helping with dance recitals and living in her grandparent's home in Empire, MI. She loved spending time with her children and grandchildren.

Judy is survived by her children, Ronald (Ginger) Filliniham of AL, Brenda Hampton of Charlotte, K;athy (ClifO Dye of Eaton Rapids, Debra (Larry) Harrison of Eaton Rapids, Pamela Lopez of Charlotte, Claude III (Joanna) Fillingham of AL; daughter in love Elli (Jim) Rarick; sister-in-law, June Roen; step children; Letha (Jim) VanDyke, Joe (Mary Ellen) Fillingham; 31 grandchildren; 71 great-grandchildren; 15 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Edwin John Fillingham; great-grandsons, James "JW" Thurman, Kameron Lyvere; brothers, Leslie (Mary Jane) Gibbs and Jack Roen. ·

Graveside services will be held at a later date. Those desiring may make contributions to Mcclaren Visiting Nurse & Hospice, 2316 S. Cedar St., Ste. 600, Lansing, Mi 48910 or South Church in memory of Judith Fillingham. Arrangements were entrusted to the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. To place an online condolence or to sign the guest register for Judy, please visit our website at www.sbellyodell.com. i- 5 :1 5/2<j/Lo13

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Judith "Judy" Rosalie Fillingham of Eaton Rapids ; Do not weep for I am not here. Judy has gone on to be with her Lord. Her loving smile and joyful laugh will always be remembered . Judy passed away May 28, 2013 at the age of 87. She was born in Lansing, MI October 27 , 1925 to Gilbert and Daisy Galligan Roen. Judy worked as a secre­tary for the Federal Government in the Animal Health division. She attended South Church and was a life­time member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary post 1283. Judy enjoyed traveling, fish­ing in Canada, painting, singing, dancing, helping with dance recitals and living in her grandparent's home in Empire, MI. She loved spend­ing time with her children and grandchildren.

Judy is sur\(ived by her children , • Ronald (Ginger) Fillingham of AL, Brenda Hampton of Charlotte , Kathy (Cliff) Dye of Eaton Rapids, Debra (Larry) Harrison of Eaton Rapids, Pamela Lopez of Charlotte , Claude III (Joanna) Fillingham of AL; daughter in love Elli (Jim) Rarick; sister-ip-law, June Roen; step children ; Letha Wm.\ClY,an,I?v~Y.;u!iL{M~ dren; 15 great-great-grand­children . She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Edwin John Fillingham; great­grandsons , James "JW" Thurman, Kam.eron Lyvere; brothers, Leslie (Mary Jane) Gibbs and Jack Roen .

Graveside services will be held at a later date. Those desiring may make contribu­tions to McClaren Visiting Nurse & Hospice, 2316 S. Cedar St., Ste. 600, 'Lansing, Mi 48910 ur South Cburch in memory of Judith Fillingham. Arrangements were entrusted to the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. To place an online condolence or to si~n the guest register for Judy,~ visit our website · at www.shellyodell.com.

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SHARON ANN TOOKER Sharon Ann Tooker of

Eaton Rapids passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2013 at age 68. Born August 29, 1944 in Gary, Indiana. Sharon gradu­ated from Eaton Rapids High School class of '62. During the Vietnam War she did secre­tarial work in the Pentagon. She later went on to work for the Eaton Rapids Public Schools as a Teachers Assistant. Sharon enjoyed antiquing and watching the Sea Cruisers perform at Darb's Patio.

Preceding her in death were her husband , Gerald Tooker; mother, Martha Palmer and brother, Bud Garrison .Surviving is her daughter, Alicia Taylor of Lansing, MI; son , Brian (Dr. Joanne Bigbee) Tooker of Aurora , CO; father, Bill Palmer; grandson, Taylor Ball; brother, Herb Sayles; sister, Debbie (Bob) Carpenter as well as several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held at 11 :00 a.m. on Monday, June 3, 2013 at the Eaton Rapids Wesleyan Church .with Pastor Gary Bird offic iating. For those aesiring, memorial con­tributions may be , made to Eaton Community Palliative Care at 2675 S. Cochran Rd. Charlotte, MI 48813 in Sharon's name. For online condolences . please v1s1t www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com

\J.. JULIANA "DILLY" SNOW

Juliana "Dilly" Snow of Eaton Rapids passed away Friday, May 31, 2013 at age 90. Born September 13, 1922 to Thomas and Anna Dillay in West Homestead, Pennsylvania. Dilly retired from the Hoover Group in Charlotte, MI in 1985. She also worked for Homer Woolen Mills until it burned down. Dilly loved her retire­ment and with that time enjoyed fishing, reading, flowers, jigsaw puzzles , garage saleing and Detroit Tigers Baseball. She also loved her little dog, Tippy.

Preceding her in death were her parents; daughters, Judy Kopulos and Jerry Ann · McDaniel; brothers, Michael and Johnny Dillay; sister, Mary Nestalie.Surviving are her daughters, Jody (Jack) Pringle of Quincy, Ml, Jill (Rodney) Siple of Lake City, MI; sons, Harry Snow of Eaton Rapids, Donald Snow of Cadillac; son-in-law, Rick McDaniel of Eaton Rapids; ·8 grandchildren; 9 great grand­children as well as several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 5, 2013 at Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. Family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to the service. For online ·condo­lences please visit www .SkinnerFuneralHome.com

JEFF HANCOCK Jeff Hancock, age 53, of

Eaton Rapids peaceably passed away with his family by his side on Thursday, May 30, 2013 at Eaton Community Palliative Care in Charlotte after losing a courageous bat­tle with cancer. Jeff was born in Lansing, MI on August 28, 1959, oldest son of Bernard and Virgaline Hancock. He graduated from Harry Hill High School--class of '77, and worked in the automotive field at various jobs in the Lansing

I area before. being hired by Sundance Body Shop in Grand Ledge, where he worked for 23 years as an automotive painter. Jeff's passion was cars; he loved NASCAR, dog shows and travelling. He had a soft heart for animals and adored our Samoyed dogs, which he proudly showed in AKC/UKC competition. Jeff's special companion was his German Shepherd dog, Kaiser, who adored his "daddy" and misses him terribly.

Jeff was preceded ip death by his grandparents; 2 broth­ers, Kyle Hancock (1968), Chad Hancock (2004). Surviving are his wife of 33 years, Mary; son, Jeffrey; daughter, Julee; granddaugh­ter, Olivia; brother, Matthew; nieces, Kristy (Jerry) Welch, Elizabeth Hancock; nephews, Jacob and Thomas Hancock; aunts, uncles, cousins, as well as friends too numerous to mention, all who were special in his life. Jeff loved being a grandpa; . he and his grand­daughter had a special bond. She was grandpa's little helper and adored her "papa." Jeff was blessed to have 2 wonder­ful loving parents who helped take him to his treatments after his diagnosis; he enjoyed being able to spend this pre­cious time with them.

Funeral services will be Friday.June 7, 2013 at Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids at l l :00 a.m. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service with burial to follow at the Oakwood Cemetery on Spicerville Highway. A luncheon will be held afterward at the Eaton Rapids Senior Center on Grand Street. In lieu of flow­ers, memorial contributions may be made to the family to help with funeral expens­·~s. For on line condo­_ences please visit

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Carolyn June (Pitts) Gregory-Buege Eaton Rapids

Formerly of Rochester Passed away unexpectedly at her home,

June 5, 2013 at the age of 63. Carolyn was ••t.i 1 born in Detroit, June 21, 1949, the daughter

'1 ' of Kennard and Emma (Avery) Pitts. She

was a 1967 graduate of Rochester High School. Carolyn and her husband, Brian celebrated 26 years of marriage in March. She enjoyed her flower garden, all animals and her 3 beautiful dogs, Bella, Buddy and Rosie. Carolyn was very ar­tistic. Her love of decorating was prevalent in her home. She was a painter and used her talents to convert anything she touched into something beautiful. Carolyn's first love was that of her husband, children and grandchildren. Her love will be in our hearts forever.

Carolyn is survived by her husband, Brian Buege of Eaton Rapids; children, Veronica Buege of Clinton Twp., Gregory (Liz) Buege of Westland, Tracy Ann (Pat) Hilton of Roche­ster, Holly Susan (Jeremy Sargent) Buege of Shelby Twp., Brian Joseph Buege II of Portage; 10 grandchildren, Kelsey, Gregory Jr., Cody, Bianca, Nathan, Adam, Sophia, Brandon, Olivia, Samuel; parents; siblings, Douglas Pitts of Quinlan Texas, Denise Pitts-Fritz of Norton Shores MI, Gordon Pitts of Fraser MI, William Pitts of Atlanta Georgia, Lendall Pitts of Palmdale California, Robert Pitts of Quinlan Texas.

Funeral services will be 11 am Tuesday June 11, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids with Pastor Scott Boles officiating. Visitation will be at the funeral home Sunday and Monday from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm. Memorial contributions can be made in Carolyn's memory to the Capital Area Humane Society, 5919 S. Cedar St. Lansing, MI 48911.

To view Carolyn's obituary or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.sbellyodell.com.

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GEORGE DAVID HOSACK George David Hosack, 58,

passed away June 6th, 2013 at his residence in Bellevue, Ml. George was b'orn February 8th 1955 to Harry A. Hosack and Marion Smith.

George -is survived by his loving wife of 36 years Deborah (Olson) Hosack, 3 daughters: Teresa Hosack of Belding, Ml., Michelle (Corey) Hosack-Frizzell of Nashville, Ml., and Jessica Holland of Dayton, TN.; his 4 wonderful grandchildren: Lizard and David Hosack­Frizzell and Aaliyah and Teresa Holland; his mother Marion ,(Paul) Smith, sister Terry Cummings and brother Todd Smith. George is sur­vived by 4 very close friends: Ken Stebleton, BrtJ.ce Kennicott and Steven and Pat 01$on.

George was preceeded in death by his grandfather· George T. Gettys , his aunt Marie Griffin, his brother James Hosack and his uncle Thomas Hillard.

George was a farmer for 20+ years. In George's free time when he wasn't in the field he enjoyed riding around looking for deer and listening to the Detroit ·Tigers and Michigan Wolverine football. George loved the outdoors , fishing, hunting and spending time with his grandkids.

A memorial will be held June 22nd from 12-4:00 at Charlton Park in Nashville, MI. In lieu of flowers, dona-

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RICHARD GEORGE WYATT JR.

Richard George Wyatt, Jr. passed away unexpectedly May 31, 2013. Rick is sur­vived by his parents, Carol (Mark) Woodard of Albion and Richard (Deb) Wyatt of Eaton Rapids; siblings, Mary Meister, Katie (Steve) Davis, and Isaac Wyatt; Grandmothers, Doris Rogers and Jane Wyatt; Nieces, Brittany and Emily Meister, Carrie, Arriane, and AJlie Davis; Nephews, Tyler Meister and Christopher Davis. Also surviving are many Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, and Step­Sisters. Rick was preceded in death by his Grandfathers, Cleo Rogers and Raymond Wyatt.

Rick grew up in Michigan; attended school in Grand Ledge, worked at El Azteco before moving to Breckenridge, Colorado for several years and most recent­ly resided in Maplewood, Missouri where he was employed by The Post Sports Bar and Grill. Rick enjoyed working as a cook, server and kitchen manager as a career and · dreamed of owning his own restaurant. Besides being a good son and brother, had a quick sense of humor, loved being outdoors, and was as generous as he was free-spirit­ed.

Funeral services for Rick were held on Friday, June' 7, 2013 2:00 p.m. at Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. The family received friends at the funeral home on Thursday. To leave online condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com

Rosetta Ann (Wilkinson) Cochran Eaton Rapids

Passed away Tuesday June ll, 2013 at the age of 83. She was born in Redford Twp. Ju­ly 5, 1929 to William and Florence Wilkin­son. She was the loving wife of Paul Co­chran. Many in town may have known her

as the speed walking woman who flew through town daily fdr 40 years. We had the blessing of' knowing her as a won­derful kind hearted and devoted wife, mother and grand­mother. She loved Eaton Rapids and showed this affection by donating land to the local school system.

Rosetta is survived by her children, Diana (Richard) Johns of Grand Ledge, Dean Edward (Laura) Lupini of Eaton Rapids, Judy (Jim) Potter of Clarksville, TN; grandchildren, Douglas (Lisa) Lupini, Lisa Campbell, Darin (Melissa) Lupini, Dawn Lupini, Kristina (Dane) Smith, Stacy Meredith; great grandchildren, Nathan Foster, Antoinette Foster, Claire Lupini, Sophia Lupini; great-great grandchildren, Chiara Foster-Cervantes, Zekeio Foster-Richter. She was preceded by her parents; husband; son, Donald Lupini.

A celebration of Rosetta's life will be 2-4 p.m. Fri­day, June 14, 2013 at the English Inn, 677 S. Michigan Rd Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions can be made in Ro­setta's memory to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, PO Box 1000 Dept 300, Memphis,TN 38148. Please visit our website to place online condolences or sign the guest regis­ter, www .shellyodell.com or call us at the funeral home, 517-663-5331. L ~ S ~ I 'z./ z.c::. t. 3

Floyd G. Martin Eaton Rapids

Passed away June 13, 2013 at age 83. Born December 20, 1929 to Gale and Helen Martin in Williamston, MI. Floyd retired from W.J. Maxey as the Physical Plant Superintendant in 1984. He then went to

_ work for Coronado Gardens as there main-tenance man. He was a Hamburg Town­

ship Volunteer Firefighter for several years. Floyd enjoyed reading, traveling, hunting and bowling. Most of all he loved his family and spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Preceding him in death were his wife, Loretta; son, Mike; brothers, Wayne, Keith and Gary Stebelton; sister, Barbara Merrill; great grandson, Austin and his parents.

Surviving are his daughters, Terry (George) Nobles, Pa­mela (Tony) McDaniel; son, Steve Martin; 14 grandchildren; 27 great grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild; sisters, San­dy (Rick) Root, Linda (Dave) Goldy; brother, Darwin Mar­tin; daughter-in-law, Deb Martin as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on ·Tues­day, June 18, 2013 as Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. Family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 1-8 pm. For those desiring, memorial contri­butions may be made to Eaton Community Palliative Care. For online condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com

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RICHARD DOUGLAS "DOUG" JACKSON

Richard Douglas "Doug" Jackson of Eaton Rapids, passed away unexpectedly June 11, 2013 at the age of 53. He was born in Sublett, KY. August 20, 1959 the son of Richard and Ruth Terrill Jackson. Doug retired from Eaton Technology in 1996. He was a member of the Eaton Rapids A'ssembly of God Church. Doug enjoyed playing hls guitar and making up silly songs, fishing, watching "Bonanza" and NASCAR. His greatest joy was spending time with his children and grand­children. Pastor Jim Riley was very special to Doug and the family would like to thank him for hls compassion, caring and support during their time of need. Doug was dearly loved by his wife and family and will be missed greatly.

Doug is survived by his wife, Kathy (Croston) Jackson of Eaton Rapids; daughters, Amber (Rick) Halstead of Eaton Rapids, Autumn (Luis) Ferrer of KY, Destiny Jackson of Eaton Rapids, Desiree (Justin Bray) Jackson of Eaton Rapids; 10 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; siblings, Kathy (Jim) Patrick, Patty Cheek, Kitty Miller, Terri Saurer, David Jackson, all of KY; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; step-son, David Lee Houghton; brother, Barry Jackson; niece, Jamie Lynn Saurer; father- in-law, Dean Croston; brother-in-law, Keith Cheek.

Funeral services will be 12:00 Tuesday, June 18, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids with Pastor Rockney Wing officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Memorial contribu­tions can be made to the Eaton Rapids Assembly of God Church, 2764 S. Michigan Rd. Eaton Rapids, MI 48827. Online condolences can be made at www.shelly­odell.com.

JANE GRIFFIN HISLER Jane Griffin Hisler of

Springport, passed away peacefully at Christian Elder Care in Olivet at the age of 94. Jane was born in Clarence Township, May 1, 1919 to Charles and Ruth (Bossard) Alexander. She grew up on her parent's farm in the Rice Creek area and graduated from Marshall High School in 1938. On March 16, 1939, she mar­ried Karl Hisler from Brookfield Township. They later moved to their farm in Clarence Township. Jane helped her family with a vari­ety of local jobs before work­ing as a cook for the Eaton Rapids VFW in 1965. Jane became a cook for the Eaton Rapids Medical Center until her retirement in 1981. She was a very loving and giving person who loved her daughter and 2 sons and held a special place in her heart for her 5 grandsons and 2 great grand­sons. Jane enjoyed family gatherings and was an excel­lent cook. She also enjoyed reading biographies, word puz­zles and playing cards.

Jane is survived by her daughter, Charlene Gully of Springport; sons, John (Carolyn) Hisler of Springport, Charles (Genie) Hisler of Rice Creek; grandsons, Doran (Tina) Hisler, Jeff Hisler, Tim (Heather) Gulley all of Springport, Aaron (Patricia) Hisler of Pennfield , Phillip Gulley of Las Vegas; 2 great grandsons, D.J. and Garrett Hisler of Springport; sister, Martha Warsop; nephew, Larry (Jackie) Devenney. She was preceded in death by her par­ents; husband Karl; brother, Richard Alexandar; nephew, Kevin Devenney.

Funeral services were held on Friday, June 14, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids. Interment will follow at Clarence Township Cemetery. Memorial ·contributions can be made to the Eaton Rapids Medical Center, 1500 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids. To view Jane's obituary or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.shellyodell.com.

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Joan Edith Whitcomb, born July 29, 1937, passed away June 15, 2013. Joan Edith Whitcomb Joan "Hollywood" Whitcomb, also known as "the hat lady" around town, was born in Ludington, Michigan , oldest child of Ernest & Margaret Farthing of Mason County, has passed away. Joan moved to Eaton Rapids in 1960, where she purchased a small beauty shop from a retiring lady. She became the chief beautician, owner/operator of Fashion Flair Beauty Salon. Joan cher­ished those lifelong friendships from E.R! In 1982, Joan mar­ried her husband Dave Whitcomb, of Lansing, MI. They have worked together as real estate professionals and income-property managers for over three decades. Joan con­tributed significantly to the local housing and real estate communities and was always eager to help others, perform­ing a vast myriad of duties in the office and in the field. She was an avid bowler for long time , softball player in her youth, enjoyed golf, fishing , and pro sports on TV. She was a great cribbage and card play­er, too.

Joan was preceded in death by her parents, sisters Dorthy (Farthing) Nevins, and Margo (Farthing) Cross, daughter Linda (Gramling) Cheplick, and granddaughters Carly Gayle Foote and Casey Lin Foote. She is survived by her sister Merrylyn (Hunter) Farthing, husband David A. Whitcomb, daughters Peggy Jo (Gramling) Foote and Kimberly Sue (Gramling) Whitcomb; eight grandchil­dren Anthony I . Foote, Heather Whitcomb, Nicolas Whitcomb, Marissa Cheplick , Juliana Cheplick , D. Sam Cheplick, Elise Dodge, and Danielle Dodge. She is survived by step-children Debbie (Whitcomb) Tarrant, Cindy . (Whitcomb) Crowner, Eddie Whitcomb, T~ Whitcomb, - -------------maqy stepgrandcbildren and srep-great-grandchildren.

Memori~l services will be at a later date for information please contact Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids at 663-2211. For onJine condolences please go to www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com. Contributions can be made .to Camp':.'Casey.Org (founded as the legacy of Casey Lin), or as Jed.

Rosetta is survived by her children, Diana (Richard) Johns of Grand Ledge, Dean Edward (Laura) "Lupini of Eaton Rapids, Judy (Jim) Potter of Clarksville, TN; grandchil­dren, Douglas (Lisa) Lupini, Lisa Campbell , Darin (Melissa) Lupini, Dawn Lupini, Kristina (Dane) Smith, Stacy Meredith; great grandchildren, Nathan

ROSETTA ANN Foster, Antoinette Foster, (WILKINSON) COCHRAN Claire Lupini , Sophia Lupini;

Rosetta Ann (Wilkinson) great-great grandchildren, Cochran of Eaton Rapids, Chiara Foster-Cervantes, passed away Tuesday June 11, Zekeio Foster-Richter. She was 2013 at the age of 83 . She was preceded by her parents ; hus­born in Redford Twp. July 5, band; son, Donald Lupini. 1929 to William and Florence A celebration of Rosetta's Wilkinson. She was the loving life was held on Friday, June wife of Paul Cochran. Many in 14, 2013 at the English Inn, 677 town may have known her as S. Michigan Rd Eaton Rapids. the speed walking woman who Memorial contributions can be flew through town daily for 40 made in Rosetta's memory to years. We had the blessing of St. Jude's Children's Re earch knowing her as a wonderful Hospital, PO Box 1000 Dept kind hearted and devoted wife, 300, Memphis,TN 38148. mother and grandmother. She· Please visit our website to place loved Eaton Rapids and online condolences or sign the showed this affection by donat- guest register, www.shellyo­ing land to the local school sys- dell.com or call us at the funer-

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Mary K. Kinyon-Gates Eaton Rapids

Age 94, passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2013 at the Maplewood AFC where she had been residing for the past 10 years. Born on October 22, 1918 the daughter of Clyde A. and Bernice (Hall) Ellsworth. Mary was formerly an active member of the Robbins United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Women and was a 4-H Leader for many years. Preceding her in death were her husbands, Loren Kinyon in 1970, and Herb Gates in 1997; daughter, Katherine Kinyon and step-daughter, Elizabeth Williams; brothers and sister; C. Hall, Dale and Dorr Ellsworth and Roberta Gates.

Surviving are 4 children, Mable (John) Kreischer of Eaton Rapids, Ben (Loa) Kinyon of Mulliken, Alice (Steve) Janecke of Eaton Rapids and Betty (Jeff) Pettitt of Eaton Rapids; step-children, Herb (Karline) Gates Jr. of Eaton Rapids and Bernice Lester of Springport; 15 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and several great-great grandchildren; nu­merous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be Monday, July 8, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. from the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. Burial will follow in the Bunker Cemetery in Eaton Rapids. Family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. For those desiring memorial contribu -tions may be made to either the McLaren Hospice or to Maplewood AFC in memory of Mary K. Gates. For online condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com

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BRUCE ANDERSON Bruce Anderson · of

Charlotte, formerly of Eaton · Rapids , passed away June 24, 2013 at the age of 78. He was born in Lansing , July 11, 1934 to Clarence and Martha (Cutler) Day. He graduated from Eastern High School in 1952. Bruce retired from GM in 2002 after 34 years of serv­ice. He was a member of the Odd Fellows and Eaton Medical Center Auxiliary. Bruce loved to socialize and dance. He was a dance instruc­tor at the Arthur Murray Dance Studio. Bruce also enjoyed genealogy and flower garden­ing.

He is survived by his chil­dren, Roderick (Trudy Strouse) Anderson of St. Johns, Barron (Val) Ander~on of Springp~rt, Julia (David) Milheim of Eaton Rapids; grandchildren, Keegan, Kayla, Caitlin, Alex, Samantha, Donavin, Devin, Ashley, Blaine. Bruce was pre­ceded in death by his parents; sister, Beverly Ann Mayer; adopted parents, Harold and Beatrice (Haven) Anderson.

Funeral services were held on Friday, June 28, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids with Pastor Mike .Smith offici­ating. Interment will take place at a la.ter date. Memorial con­tributions can be made in Bruce 's memory to Eaton Community Palliative Care, 2675 S. Cochran Rd. Charlotte, Ml 48813. Please visit our website to place online condo­lences or to sign the guest.reg­ister, www.shellyodell.com.

EDWARD JOHN MERCHANT

Edward John Merchant Dimondale, MI., age 88, died Friday, June 28, 2013 at

· Wynwood of Meridian Assisted Living. Born in Lansing on May 24, 1925, the ·son of Matthew and Agnes (Pickerton) Merchant. Mr. Merchant went by the name of John to his friends. John served in the US Navy during World War II on the USS Cresent City and the USS Bremerton. He was the former Commander of the Potterville_ VFW Post and enjoyed going to his Ship reunions for the USS Bremerton . John retired from Motor Wheel as an Electrician in 1987 following 37 years of . service. He taught himself how to crochet and had maqe many · residents at Wynwood lap afghan's. He married Phyllis Hill on November 2, 1946 and following retirement they enjoyed traveling with their 5th-wheel with Jayco and Good Sam's groups. He enjoyed gardening, helping other~ and bis pride and joy was his 1950 Massey · Harris N') tractor. Preceding him in death were his wife Phyllis Merchant 'O in 2009; daughter, Penny Box ~ in 1974; 2 brothers, Alfred and Marvin Merchant; grand- ~ daughter, Teresa Fast· son-in- I' law, Walter Whalen. '

Surviving are 4 daughters, Sandy Fast of Charlotte, Nancy ~II) Whalen of Newberry, Sue (Steve) Yalora of Papillion, NE. and Agnes (Neal) d Robertson of Eaton Rapids; 8 F't' grandchildren, 13 great grand- \.U children and 6 great great grandchildren; 2 sisters, Betty (Rod) Stuart of Perry and Barbara (Jack) Bentgen of St. Ignace; numerous nieces and nephews.

John 's wishes were to .be cre­mated and a private family graveside service will be at the Dimondale Cemetery next to his wife. For online condo­lences please go to www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com

Donald James Cupp Eaton Rapids

Passed away July 4, 2013 at the age of 102 . .!. ; Donald was born in Eaton Rapids, July 16,

,, .... ,_, ... -"•· 1910 the son of Don and Myrtie (Freer) Cupp. He retired from the Eaton County Road Commission, was a member of the Ea­ton Rapids American Legion Post #15 and was a lifelong member of the Odd Fellows

Lodge #114. Donald served in the US Army Air Corp during WWII. Donald enjoyed farming, collecting many items and was the family historian sharing many stories.

Surviving are his daughters, Annette (James) Morin, Mary Cupp, both of Lansing; sons, Bob (Theresa) Cupp, Dan Cupp, both of Eaton Rapids, James (Glynda) Cupp, Bruce (Deborah) Cupp both of FL; 10 grandchildren; 11 great grand­children; brother, Edmond (Jean) Cupp of Eaton Rapids; sis­ter, Doris Long of Eaton Rapids; 4 generations of nieces and nephews. Donald was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Minnie Lillian Cupp in 2009 brother, Roy Cupp; sister, Helen Whittemore.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday July 11, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids, MI. Interment will be at Rosehill Cemetery. Visita­tion will be Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 pm. Memorial con­tributions can be made to the Eaton Rapids Medical Center,1500 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids, MI 48827. Please visit our website to place an online condolence or to sign the guest register, www.shellyodell.com/ j '.3

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of Jackson, passed away peace­fully at the home of her grand­daughter, Shana Kuhn and under the care of Great Lakes Caring Hospice, July 8, 2013. She was born in Columbia City, IN January 1, 1918.In her earlier years she enjoyed cook­ing, sewing, family time and taking care of her grandchil­dren. She was enjoying life at Greenleaf Care Home and making new friends the last 15 months.

Odessia is survived by her daughters, Janet Schmidt of Lake Havasu , AZ. , and Beth Cottrell of Jerome, MI; grand­children, Eric Schmidt of Jackson, MI., Michael Carr of Springport, MI., Melissa (Mark) Buckland of Jackson, MI., David (Cyndi) Schmidt of Minneapolis, MN., Isaac (Alisha) Cottrell of Jackson, MI., and Shana (Kenneth) Kuhn of Michigan Center, MI; 13 great grandchildren and I great-great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur L. Schmidt and her son, Richard F. Schmidt.

Funeral services were held on Friday, July 12, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids with Pastor Jim Riley officiat­ing. Memorial contributions can be made to Great Lakes Caring Hospice. Please visit

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MARIE ARLENE BEASORE

Marie Arlene Beasore of Eaton Rapids, passed away peacefully July 14, 2013 at the age of 94. Marie was born in Charlotte, MI, February 15 , 1919 the daughter of Charles and LLcinda (Wirerbaugh) Ward. She owned and operated Marie's Beauty Salon in Eaton Rapids for over 30 years. Marie was a. member of the First United Methodist Church. She and her husband ran the Methodist youth group for many years and belonged to the friendship group as well. Marie enjoyed playing bridge and singing in the choir.

She is survived by her daughter, Sandy Shores of Eaton Rapids; son, Kenneth (Carol) Beasore of TN; grand­children, Douglas (Monica) Shores and Todd Beasore; great grandchildren, Logan and Nicholas; brothers, Lawrence (Ellen) Ward of Horton, James (Norma) Ward of Horton; sis­ters, Dora (Bob) Hull-Vokoun of Battle Creek, Irene (Joe) Schmees of FL; sister-in-law,

,.... ___ .,. Dorothy Ward of NC; many special nieces and nephews that she loved very much. Marie was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Beasore; brothers, Lyle Ward, Max (Helen) Ward, Albert (Helen) Ward; sisters, Helen Griffes and Doris Rose Ward.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, July 20, 2013 at the First United Methodist Church in Eaton Rapids. Interment will follow at Rosehill Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the Shelly­Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the First United Methodist Church Building Fund, 600 S. Main St. or the Eaton Rapids Senior Center, 20 l •Grand St. Please visit our website to place online condo­lences or sign the guest regis­ter, www.shellyodell .com.

Charles D. Hannon Eaton Rapids

Age 87, passed away July 10, 2013. He was born June 23, 1926, in Sullivan County, TN, son of the late Benjamin and LouDella Harmon.

Charles proudly served in the U.S. Army during World War Il. He drove a tank during the Battle of the Bulge. He went on to work for Fisher Body,

retiring after 31 Yi years. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Joyce; son, Tom

(Joyce) Harmon; stepdaughters, Kim (Mark) Tabor and Sharon Crowell; 4 grandchildren and 4 stepgrandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren and 1 step-great-grandchild; brother, J~hn (Bev) Harmon; sister, Lola (Fred) .Harmon; and many m~ces and nephews. He was preceded m death by his first wife, Dorothy; daughter, Carlotta Ott; and son, Dwight Harmon.

The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, July 12, 2013, at the Estes-Leadley Holt/Delhi Chapel, with Pastor Tom D. Harmon officiating. The family wi!l receive friends at the funeral home on Friday for 1 hour pnor to the funeral. Interment, with military honors, will follow in Maple Ridge Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Grace Hospice, 2205 Jolly Road, Suite C, Okemos, MI 48864.

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Erma Lee Willis Eaton Rapids

Passed away July 16, 2013 at the age of 78. Erma was born in Drift, KY, June 15, 1935, the daughter of Malcolm and L1;lla (Tuttle) Francis. She was a huge Elvis fan, loved to go to antiquing, gambling and vol unteered at Eaton Community Palliative Care in Charlotte.

Erma is survived by her son, Robert <patty) Smit~ of Grand Ledge; special friend, Richard Cline of Lansmg; granddaughter, Hannah Smith of Charlot!e; brother, Dan (Linda) Francis of DeWitt; sister, Betty (Milfo!d) Ne~some of Albion, nieces and nephews, Kat~y. Debbie, Kevm ~d Jeff; great niece and nephew, Dam and Daren;. special friends June Virginia and Mary. She was preceded m death by her parents; husband, Alton Willis.

Memorial services will be I p.m. Saturday, July 20, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral H~me, 51~ ~· M~ .st. Eaton Rapids with Pastor Matt Hoskins offic1atmg. V~s1ta­tion will be Saturday from 11 am to 1 pm. Interment will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to Eaton Community Palliative Care, 2675 S. Cochran ~d. Charlotte, MI 48813. Please visit our website to place o~me condolences or to sign the guest register, www.shellyodell.com. L S '] '7 / I J' / 2. C I 3

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WILLIAM ROBERT "BOB" STROUP

William Robert "Bob" Stroup of Eaton Rapids, for­merly of Ft. Wayne, IN passed away July 26, 2013 at the age of 95. Bob was born in Tipton County, IN September 30, 1917 the son of William and Zola (Nixon) Stroup. Bob mar­ried Margaret Jane Nixon on September 3, 1939. He gradu­ated from Indiana University School of Business in 1939 and retired as a loan officer with Chase Bank (formerly Indiana National Bank). Bob was a philanthropist to mis­sionary and seminary students. He was a Gideon and miriis­tered to the homeless at the Wheeler Rescue Mission in Indianapolis, IN . Bob was a trustee on the U nite.tl Methodist Conference Board of Missions. During his life­time he traveled the world with his wife Margaret.

Bob is survived by his wife, Margaret Jane Stroup; son, Steve (Lisa) Stroup of San Diego, CA; daughters, Joyce (John) Gehres of Bqwling Green OH, Carol (Dennis) Buwalda of Eaton Rapids; 7 grandchildren; 7 great grand­children; brother, James (Charlotte) Stroup of Tipton, IN. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Violet Van Bibber.

Funeral services were he1d Monday, July 29 at Shelly­Odell Funeral Home 518 S. Main, Eaton Rapids, MI., with Rev. Dr. Herb Buwalda Jr., Rev. Dr. Steve Connor, and Rev. Dennis Buwalda officiat­'mg. lntetrnent fo\\owed at Rosehill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to McLaren Hospice of Lansing, 4052 Legacy Pkwy, Suite 200, Lansing, MI 48910. Those desiring may visit our website to place orrline condolences or siin the guest register, www.shellyodell.com.

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MARILYN GAY TAGGART Marilyn Gay Taggart, Eaton

Rapids, MI, age 60, passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2013 after a courageous battle with cancer. Marilyn was born on May 22, 1953 to Robert and Alice (Doebler) Ott in Lansing, Ml. She attended and graduat­ed from Eaton Rapids High School class of 1972. Marilyn enjoyed traveling in her younger years, but settled back home to raise her three daugh­ters. She was a member of the 4H Club. Marilyn always had a huge smile and an infectious laughter that brought joy to everyone around her. Her greatest joy was raising her children and spending time with her family. Proceeding her in death are her brother, Robert Ott; and sister, Bethany Shumaker.

Surviving Marilyn are her husband, Robert Taggart; daughters, Tia (Greg) Trine, Amber (Gerald) Stowell, Kelly (Don Kerby) Fahner, Sonia Root; grandchildren, Trinity Trine, Vaughn Wakley, Tiana Stowell, Alexis Miller, Lauren Miller, Tayler Hebenstreight, Taytem Hebenstreight, Mya Hebenstreight; soon to be great grandson, Kayden Miller; sis­ter, Diane Ott; nephews, Dominic Ott, Ryan Ott; niece, Heidi (Carlton) Yarbrough; 1

great niece, Taylor Ott who referred to her as Grandma Aunt Marilyn; and many other nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, July 31, 3:00 p.m. at Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. The family. will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday, lufy 30, 2013 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. To leave online condo\ences p\ease vi$\.t

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DONNAMARIE MORRISON

Donna Marie Morrison of Eaton Rapids, passed away July 21, 2013 at the age of 84. Donna was born in Mt. Pleasant, June 7, 1929 the daughter of Perry and Nita (Put) Fargo. She worked at General Motors for several years before retiring to stay at home and care for her sons. Donna loved to attend garage sales with her friends, bake cakes and sew.

Donna is survived by her sons, Roger (Cheryl) Morrison, Randy (Melody) Morrison, both of Eaton Rapids; 6 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; 2 great­great granddaughters; sister, Joyce Turner of Flint. She was preceded in death by her hus­band, Donald Morrison in 1995; I brother; 3 sisters.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday, July 26, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids with Clint Craft offici­atin~. Interment will be at Mt. Pie ant Memorial Gardens. Visi ation will be Thursday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial con­tributions can be made to the Jehovah Witness Kingdom Hall. Please visit our website to place online condolences or to sign the guest register, www .she I I yodell .com.

DONNA JEAN KOLODICA Donna Jean Kolodica, age

60, of Albion, died on Thursday afternoon, July 18, 2013 at University Of Michigan Medical Center in Ann Arbor surrounded by the loving presence of her family.

Donna was born on October 17, 1952 in Eaton Rapids to Frederick and Mildred (Towns) Jackson. She graduated from Springport High School in 1970.

She was first married to Dennis Hiither with whom she had Jeffery and Cami. The result of that marriage was an extended family with whom she stayed in close contact with and loved dearly.

Donna was married on June 30, 1980 to James R. "Jim" Kolodica at the Griffith Church in Springport.' The couple have enjoyed their years together and were good and loving partners.

She was Deputy City Clerk for the City Marshall, working at City Hall for 17 years until ill health forced her retirement in 2007. She loved her work and the many friends she made there. One of Donna's main job functions was to set up and run every election "from dog catcher to presi­dent"!

Prior jobs were represent­ing a Home Interior company from her home, as a nurse's aide at Marshall Manor, was a real tor for Century 21 Realtors in Marshall , and as a book­keeper for Thomas Solvent Company in Battle Creek.

Donna atlended Jackson Community College where she studied drafting. She was quite artistic by nature and could design, sketch and lay out Jim and her homes, and home projects over the years. She was an excellent seam­stress. Donna was skilled in caning chairs and furniture upholstery. She was at her best and happiest when she was alone with her flowers "playing in the dirt". Donna's family and friends would often bring their troubles with her. She had a kind and calm way of working through the problem and giving good advice.

Surviving Donna are her family, her husband Jim, her children Jeff and Sue Hiither of Albion, Cami and John Millsap of Marshall, and Jeff Bell of Riverside, CA, her grandchildren Megan Neeley, Sarah (Neeley) Sbippell, Elizabeth Hiither, Desa Hiither, Michael Brannon, Courtney Brannon, Zack Brannon, Taylor Bell and Ashley Cook; her mother Mildred Jackson of Charlotte; her brother Dennis (Sally) Jackson of Albion and sisters Diane (Jack) Morris and Sharon (Harvey) Pettit all of Eaton Rapids; and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father Frederick Jackson.

There will be no public vis­itation. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, July 25 , at 3:30 p.in. at Craig K. Kempf Funeral Home , 723 US27 N. in Marshall Memorials are suggested to James Kolodica to help defray Donna's medical expenses. Assistance with memorials is available at the Kempf Funeral Home. To sign the on line guest register and leave a message for the family visit www.kempffuneralhome.com.

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STANLEY W. OFFILL Stanley W. Offill of

Lansing, passed away July 30, 2013 at the age of 68. Stanley was born in Saginaw, Ml January 30, 1945, the son of Harold and Ruth (Dalman) Offill. He graduated from Lansing Sexton High School in 1963 and was a printer by trade. Stanley loved his family, his dog and antique cars.

Stanley is survived by his · son, Steve Offill of California; grandson, Jake Offill of Mason; sister, Bev (Dennis) Beutler of Eaton Rapids and twin sister, Sandy (Joe Puente Jr.) Roudebush of Lansing; his girl­friend, Holly Miller of Lansing. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Chris Offill.

There are no services scheduled at this time. There will be a memorial visitation from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, August 7 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main, Eaton Rapids, Ml. Memorial contributions may be made to Ho~pice House of Mid­Michigan, 1235 W. Saginaw, Lansing, MI 48915. Those desiring may visit our website to place online condolences or sign the guest register, www.shellyodell.com.

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CECIL EDWARD "BUD" 'HENDERSON

Cecil Edward "Bud" Henderson at the age of 90, peacefully passed away at his Tompkins Center home Tuesday, August 6, 2013, under the care of hospice and loved on~s. Bud lived life to the fullest , whether meticulously maintaining his lawn and gar­den, spending hours fishing or building a home addition "while he was resting." He was a life-long learner who was self-taught and was known by many, especially his family, as a man who could build or repair anything. He was even known to have practiced a little family dentistry when he extracted his father's tooth dur­ing a work lunch break using pliers from the shop tool box. He worked at Wyman-Gordon in Jackson for 33 years, where he held various supervisory roles and retired as an engineer. Although he worked many hours, he was always available to his family as a mentor, advi­sor, coach and the family patri­arch. His kindness, sense of ' humor, storytelling and leader­ship will be greatly missed.

Surviving are his children: Judy Bernard of Antwerp, OH; Robert Henderson Sr. · of Springport, MI; Betty (Jim) Jordan of Riverside, TX; Kathy Farrill of Trinity, TX, Janice Richards of Tompkins Center, MI; 24 grandchildren; numer­

·ous great and great-great grandchildren; and his com­panion, Eva Grimes. Bud was preceded in death by Margaret, his wife of more than 50 years; two children, Jim and Joe Henderson; and one grandson, Cecil Tims.

Funeral services celebrat­ing Bud's life were held at the JC Adams Funeral Homes, Springport Chapel, on Monday, August 12, 2013, at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Toby Teague officiating. Interment followed at Tompkins Cemetery. To those who wish to . make memorial contribu­tions, the family request contri­butions be made to Allegiance

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GARY W. ALLEN Gary W. Allen of Eaton

Rapids passed away August 8, 2013 at the age of 80. Gary was

· born in Detroit, MI May 2, 1933, the son of Charles and Mary Louise (Williamston) Allen : He graduated from Shepherd High School. Gary married Saundra Kay (Naramor) Spiekhout on March 7, 1981. He was a U.S. Army veteran serving during the Korean War for two years than served in the U .S Army Reserves for 33 years retiring from the 123 ARCOM. Gary worked at Fisher .Body for 35 years and operated the Allen Sharpening Service in Harrison after his· retirement. He enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Gary is survived by: wife, Saundra Allen of Eaton Rapids; seven children , Heather (Jon) Long of Potterville, Kathryn (Walter) Conley of Charlotte, Gary (Lauri) Spiekhout of Eaton Rapids, Gary W. (Ronda) Allen II of North Carolina, Sonja (Gordon) Herndon of Killeen, TX, Todd Spiekhout of Lansing , and Dawn (David) Lesinski of White Pine , Ml; 15 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren; siblings, Charles (Sandra) Allen of Coleman, Maris McCasey of Edmore, Betty Cady of Mason, Judy Coffell of Coldwater Lake, and Carol (Rick) McCune of Edmore, MI. He was preceded in death by his parents and granddaughter­Nikki Long.

Funeral services were held Sunday August 11, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main, Eaton Rapids, MI with Chaplain Paul Mai of Grace Hospice officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Eaton Community Palliative Care, 2675 Cochran Rd., Charlotte, MI 48813 or Michigan Parkinson Foundation, 30400 Tel~graph Rd. Suite 150, Bingham Farms, MI 48025-5819. Those desir­ing may visit our website to place online condolences or sign the guest · register,

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HARRY HOLLEY Harry Holley, age 79, (for­

merly from Eaton Rapids, Ml) passed away at home (29 Palms, CA) on Saturday, August 17, 2013. Harry is sur­vived by his wife, Lois and his son, Barry.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lester Sr. and Bessie and by his 6 siblings, Ronald, Chester, Ottmar, George, Les Jr., and Florence.

Harry will be greatly missed.

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Robyn Sutfin Eaton Rapids

Formerly of Lansing Passed away peacefully on August 18,

2013 at the age of 66 after a short and coura -geous battle against lung cancer. Robyn

· was born March 16, 1947 in Detroit, the daughter of Duane and Carol (Kendall) Carlington. After graduating from high

school in 1965 in. he! childhood hometown of Royal Oak, Ml, she attended Michigan State University and met her hus­band Lou. Rob¥? and ~ou gre.atly enjoy~d outdoor life, their dogs and traveling. with family and friends. Her favorite times were spent in her yard and garden and quietly reading at home.

Robyn is survi~ed by her loving husband, Lou Sutfin; brother, Lynn Carlington of Solana Beach, CA; three sisters Vicki Boryczka and Eve Rake of Royal Oak, Ml, Kay (Jerry) Klaput of Troy, Ml; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. For those desiring, contributions may be made to Eaton Com­munity Palliative Care Facility (hospice), 2675 S. Cochran, Charlotte, Ml 48813. Funeral arrangements were entrusted t<? ~he Shelly-qdell Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. Please VlSlt our website to place online condolences or sign the guest register, www.shellyodell.com. .

WARDS.ORR Ward S. Orr, age 80, died

unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 21, 2013. Ward was a falnily man who enjoyed his daily Cribbage and card games with his wife of 54 years, Sandy. He was very involved in raising his seven children whether it was coaching their little league teams, fixing mini bikes and cars, or escorting them off the roof when they had unknowingly followed him. Wearing his denim shirt and work boots, he loved fix­ing and building things in his pole barn and his big family gave him plenty of opportuni­ties for this. John Deere trac­tors were his favorite, and each of his 15 grandchildren have fond memories of riding along with their grandpa, whether he was mowing or just driving them around for fun. Ward retired from Consumen; Energy in 1998, where he worked as a Certified Welder. This allowed more time for fishing, which he loved doing at his cottage at Ford Lake. He had a great sense of humor and his "glass-eye" joke was his favorite to tell . Ward liked bologna and crackers, Ford Trucks, Red Hot, burnt peanuts, and his daily trip to Pettit Hardware. He was born in Eaton Rapids on November 21, 1932, the son of Harbison and Orpha (Wyman) Orr. Ward was an Eaton Rapids High School graduate, class of 1951.

He is survived by: his wife Sandy; 7 children, Ken (Jane) Orr of Eaton Rapids , Kevin Orr of Eaton Rapids, Kirk (Jayne) Orr of Wixom , Kraig (Kristy) Orr of Lawrenceburg, IN, Kristie Madsen of Battle Creek, Kyle (Kristina) Orr of Jackson and Kandice Shaw of Eaton Rapids; 15 grandchil­dren (Ashley, Morgan , Anthony, Tyler, Cara, Jayme, Josh , Derek, Karlee , Cody, Searra, Cole , Uriah , Blake, Sydney) and his sister Janet (Richard) Wendorf of Mason.

Funeral services celebrat­ing Ward's life were held on August 25 at Skinner Funeral Home. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Palliative Care at 2675 S. Cochran Rd. Charlotte, MI 48813 in memo­ry of Ward S. Orr.

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Harold L. "Lonnie" Curtis of Eaton Rapids, age 74, died on Saturday, August 24, 2013 unexpectedly at his residence. Born February 20, 1939 in Eaton Rapids the son of Leland and Verlie (Cady) Curtis. Lon was an Eaton Rapids High School graduate, class of 1957. He served in the Navy following graduation until 1963. Lon worked for Michigan Bell for many years as a lineman. He retired as a Supervisor for Inventory Control with the State of Michigan. Hobbies include; hunting, fishing and garden­ing. He worked on all city elections, had a great sense of humor and loved to joke with p:ople. A great neighbor, fnend and was always willing to help on projects when need­ed. Proceeding him in death was his son, Alton; brother, Bud; sister, Norma Chapman and parents.

Surviving are his wife of 30 years, Judith; 4 children, Rebecca (Paul) Jackson of Oakland, CA., Lee (Laura) Curtis of Brighton, MI. and Joshua (Leanne) Curtis of Eaton Rapids; 7 grandchil­dren; 4 sisters , Marge Hogle of East Lansing, Elenor Devers of Eaton Rapids, Kay (Ward) Page of Dover, TN., and Jan (Terry) Dean of Palmento, FL.; brother, Dean Curtis of Phoenix, AZ.; sister-in-law, Carol (Herb) Lampman of Dimondale as well as numer­ous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be Friday, August 30 , 2013 at 11 :00 a.m. from the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids with the Rev. Stephen Klink, officiating. Family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. For those desiring memo­rial contributions may be made to either the American Diabetes Association or the Michigan United Conservation Clubs in memory of Harold "Lonnie" Curtis. For online condolences please 'visit www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com

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Pamela Joyce Irelan of Eaton Rapids, passed away August 21 , 2013 at the age of 55 after a courageous battle with cancer. Pam was born in Jackson , MI May 11, 1958 the daughter of Solomon and Patricia (Brown) Dowding. She was a 1977 graduate of Eaton Rapids High School. Pam loved to camp up north with her family. Her hobbies included knitting, crocheting, fishing , riding quads and gar­dening.

She is survived by her hus­band, Rocky Irelan I of Eaton Rapids; son, Rocky (Cyrene) Irelan II of Jackson; daughter, Monnica Ellen (Jacob) Krawczyk of Eaton Rapids; grandchildren, Elliahna Joyce Krawyczyk and Chiara Louise Irelan; brother, Bill (Kitty) Dowding of Onondaga; sisters, Deb (Richard) Rowlee of Springport, Evie (Joel) Johnson of Williamston, Lori (Gary) Fuller of Rives Junction. Pam was preceded in death by her parents.

Memorial services will be 2 p.m. Friday August 30, 2013 at the First Baptist Church, 9220 Kinneville Rd . Eaton Rapids with Pastor Scott Boles officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements were entrusted to the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. Please visit our web­site to place online condo­lences or to sign the guest reg­ister, www.shellyodell.com.

BARBARA MAY COOKE Barbara May Cooke of

Dimondale (formerly Eaton Rapids), age 77 , passed away peacefully on August 23, 2013, surrounded by her fami­ly. Barb was born on September 3 , 1935, in Hartwick Township to Eugene and Mabel Pierson.

Barb is survived by her loving children: daughters Teri Baker, Lori Beachnau (Gordy), and Barbie Cooke; and sons Mark Ruehle, Jeff Ruehle , Chris Ruehle (Kelly), and Thomas Cooke. Also her most precious grandchildren: Bryan, John, Danielle, Nicholas , Daniel , Nicole, Chad, Anne, Jeremy, Gavin, Carly, Jordan, Christian, and Ryan, and .her beautiful great granddaughters . She was pre­ceded in death by her grandson Justin Sorensen and daughter­in-law Renee Ruehle.

She will be remembered by friends and family for her sense of humor, love of ani­mals, and devotion to family. We will miss her delicious cooking , good conversations, and her loyalty to the Spartans-go green!

Per Barb's wishes a private family gathering will be held in lieu of a service. Contributions may be made to the Capital Area Humane Society in Barb's memory. For online condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com

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Celebration of Life STANLEY G. PHINNEY Congestive heart failure

took Stanley G . Phinney, 94, early Wednesday, August 21, at Eaton Community Palliative Care in Charlotte, MI. He is survived by his wife of 73 years, Gamet; children, Suki Kisling (Green Valley, AZ) and Spencer (Betsy) Phinney (Harsens Island, MI); grand-

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sons, Jeff (Denyse) Angus , Laguna Beach, CA, Brett Phinney, Sacramento, CA, and Brian (Jamie) Phinney, Rochester, MI; six great grand­children, Dustin , Jared , Makena, Ryder Dane Angus and Gamet and Max Phinney.

It is impossible to name all of the people who stepped up and made the last week of Stan's life so memorable but a special THANKS to Eaton Community Palliative Care Skinner Funeral Home, Firs; United Methodist Church Island City Assisted Living'. the staff at McLaren Hospital, and the Eaton Rapids Rotary Club. Eaton Rapids may be small, but it is a blessing to be a part of community filled with compassion, caring and love.

Donations in Stan's memo­ry are being directed to the fol­lowing: Eaton Community Palliative Care, 2675 S. Cochran Rd , Charlotte, MI 48813; First United Methodist Church, 600 Main St., Eaton Rapids, MI 48827; ER Medical Center Foundation 1500 S. Main St., Eato~ Rapids, ,Mi 48827.

Card , and visits, are always welcome by Garnet at Island City Assisted Living, 1507 Kyle Street, Eaton Rapids , MI 48827.

Thanks to each of you who have touched Stan 's life, gave him joy and a source of the stories he told. "/ will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you" ... Ezekiel 36:26. Stan definitely had a BIG heart and your presence in his life is a testimony to the legacy he leaves behind.

STACY LYNN HILDNER Stacy Lynn Hildner of

Eaton Rapids, age 43, of Eaton Rapids, died Thursday, August 22, 2013 following a terminal illness with her fami­ly by her bedside. Born February 16, 1970 in San Diego, CA. the daughter of Ronald Hildner and Kathleen (Krawczyk) Hendrickson . Stacy worked as a Waitress for Restaurant's and enjoyed the interaction with people.

Surviving are two sons, Derek and Kyle both of Traverse City; parents, Kathy (David) Hendrickson of Eaton Rapids and Ronald (Debra) Hildner of Las Vegas, Nevada; sister, Joie Hildner; brother, Sean Van Kranenburg; grand­parents , Stanley Krawczyk and Donald and Lois Hildner.

Funeral services were held Sunday evening, August 25 , 2013 at 7:00 p .m. from the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids> with the Rev. Mark Eckert of the Calvary Lutheran Church, officiating.

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Shirley Jean Towns, age 88 , of Holt and formerly of Eaton Rapids, died Saturday, August 31, 2013. She was born in

· Benton Township on Jurie 6, 1925, the daughter of Harold and Jennie (Hotaling) Woodworth. · Shirley was a Grand Ledge High School graduate, class of 1943. She had retired as a clerk for the Barry County Extension office in Hastings. She lived and raised her family in Hastings until 1993, then moved to Eaton Rapids. In 2011, she moved to Great Lakes Christian Homes in Holt. She enjoyed playing cards with her friends, traveling and spending time with her family. Preceding her in death in 2007 was her husband of 63 years, Robert Towns. . Surviving are l;ter 2 children,

Lynn (Sharon Plavnick) TowllS of Holt, and Marsha (K«n) Nicholas of Eaton Rapids; 6 grandchildren, Laura (Jeffrey) Spradlin of El Dorado, KS, Jason Towns of Ciudad Barrios, El Salvador, Joshua Towns of ·Woodway TX, Arin Starr of Rochester Hills , Ml, Bethany (Ru~en) Pena of Wyoming, MI; Caryn (Ben) Hatler of St. Johns, Ml; 8 great-grandchildren, Benny Bowden of Emporia, KS, Katie (Steeler Simpson) Bowden of Belton, TX, Suzannah Bowden of Moody TX, Emeline and Lila Pearl Spradlin of El Dorado, TX, Brandon, Henry and Cynthia Towns all of Ciudad Barrios , El Salvador; one great-great-grandchild, Easton Simpson of Belton, TX.

Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, September 4 , 2013 , at 1:00 p.m. from the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids with Chaplin George Stehle of Great Lakes Ghristian Homes, officiating. Burial will follow in the Rosehill Cemetery in Eaton Rapids. For those desiring, memorial gifts may be made to the Eaton Rapids Area Historical Society. For online condolences go to HYPERLINK http:// www .SkinnerFuneralHome.com

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DDNALD &. "CODY"'] COATS •JR. U.

Donald S. "Cody" of Springport Township, formerly of Eaton Rapids, Age 62, diei;I unexpectedly at his resi­dence on Thursday, August 29, 2013. Donald Was born irr Albibn, MI, to Donald S. "Jack" and Irene (Martis) Coats Sr. Don spent most of his life growing up in Eaton Rapids. He had worked in the fabricating · industry in the Eaton Rapids area, with his last job at the Eaton Stamping Company in Eaton Rapids. Cody was a founding member of the Saddle Tramps Motorcycle Club and a Life member of the Family Motorcycle Club. He has always enjoyed fast cars, loud motorcycles and beautiful women. Over the past few years his health had dimin­ished greatly.

He was proceeded in death by his parents; and a nephew, Daniel Coats Jr. Surviving are a sister, Diana Wait and a brother, Daniel Coats both of Eaton Rapids; nephew. Nick Wait pf Eaton Rapids; and great niece, Averie Wait and great nephew, Bradly Wait; aunts and uncle and numerous cousins.

A graveside memorial service will be Friday, September 6th at 2:00 p.m., at the Clarence Cemetery in Clarence Township. The fami­ly is being served by the, Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. For those wish­ing contributions may be made in Cody's name to help defray funeral expenses. For online condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com

MARILYN JEAN KRUSE

Marilyn Jean Kruse of Orlando, FL, formerly of Eaton Rapids, passed away August 27, 2013 at the age of 72: Marilyn was born in Marshall, MI, August 6, 1941 the daughter of Thomas and Betty (Thibos) Davidson. She .graduated from Sexton High School in 1959. Marilyn's

· hobbies included crafting, musicals, singing and theatre.

She is survived by her daughters , Kim (Charlie) Spiegelhalter of Deltona, FL, Kelly (Jay) Challender of Alma; sons, Tony (Becky) Lamson of Eaton Rapids , JOhn Kruse of Lansing, William Kruse of Lansing , James (Pam) Kruse of Ft. Polk, LA; 18 grandchildren; 4 great­grand,childrell.' ex-husband, William Kruse; brothers, Thom (Lisa) Davidson of Lansing , John (Mary) Davidson of Lansing; sister, Lynda (Denny) Wood of FL. Marilyn was preceded in death by her pareflts and daughter, Tammy Weaver.

Funeral services were held Saturday, August 31, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids, MI 48827. Interment followed at Chapel Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flow­ers, memorial contributions can be made to the funera l home to help with expenses. Please visit our website to place 011line condolences or to sign the guest register, www .shell yodell .com.

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EDWARD D. SCOTT Edward D. Scott was born

March 10, 1939 to Ira Sr. and Myrtle Scott. Edward went home to be with the Lord on Friday, August 30, 2013, after a strong battle with pneumo­nia. He left behind until the Lord returns , his life partner and loving wife of 57 years, Gretchen (Bothwell), his pride and joy, daughter Susie and grandson Charlie. He leaves three. sisters, Marilyn Kinyon, Phyhss .Love and RuthAnn Wilbur and brother James Scott 'Sr., several brother and sisters-in-law and many nieces and nephews.

When reflecting on Ed's life , I Corinthians 13:4-8 comes to mind: Love is. patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seek­ing, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perse­veres. Love never fails. This was Ed Scott.

Sometimes, I feel my heart breaking, but I stay strong and I hold on cause, I know I will see you _again. This is not where it ends, I will carry you with me, till I see you again .....

Arrangements by Oakgrove Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Ludington, Michigan, 1-800-462-5476.

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Margaret Mary Kelsey 93, passed away on August 29, 2013 at

Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. She was born January 20, 1920 to Thomas and Maripret (Diamond) Ferguson in Saginaw, Michigan. On February 27, 1943, Margaret married the love of her life, Leon Kelsey, and together they raised a son, Art. Following a move to Charlotte, Margaret became very active at

St. Mary's Church as a reading grandmother. She participa­ted in the Happy Years Club and helped in the planning and preparation of funeral dinners. Margaret wrote cards to parish shut-ins once a month and volunteered in the gift shop at Hayes Green Beach Hospital. She also enjoyed golf and bowling. Marge was a resident of Dimondale Center for the past 8 years where she received excellent care for which the family is very grateful.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Leon Kelsey; parents, Thomas and Margaret Ferguson; brothers, George, Donald, Thomas, William and Jack Ferguson. Surviving are her son, Art Kelsey; granddaughter Morgan (Mike) Hall; and grandson Gavin Kelsey and his fiance Kristy Kellogg; great­granddaughter Dyllan Hall and former daughter-in-law Can­dy Dykstra.

Visitation will be held Thursday, September S, 2013 from 3-6p.m. at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, Michi­gan with a Rosary at 6 p.m. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Friday, September 6, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church in Charlotte with Fr. David Rosenberg officiating. Interment will take place in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Sympathy 'may be expressed in memorials to St. Mary Catholic Church and School. Family and friends are encour­aged to share remembrances and condolences online at www.prayfoneral.com. _ / A.

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ROSALIND "ROSE" . CASLER

Rosalind "Rose" Casler of !") Onondaga , passed away ~ August 28, 2013 at the age of-::r 93. Rosalind was born in ....... Lorain, OH, September 30,0-1919, the daughter of P)illlip ~ and Sophia (Kalinowski) Pinko. She and her husband Ancel ran their family farm up_ until 1994. Rosalind was a \.L. member of the Onondaga Community Church, the Onondaga Knowledge Seekers Club and .t\1ason OES # 150. She worked for Millers Ice Cream , Diamond Reo , Lansing General Hospital , and was a librarian in Onondaga. RosaJjnd enjoyed reading, can­ning, baking , and gardening.

Rosalind is·survived by her daughter, Ruth Ann (Bud) Smith of Eaton Rapids; son, Wayne L. (Karen) Casler of Grayling; grandchildren, David Reilly of Grand Rapid,s , Kristen (Jack) Kraft of Oaks, PA , Wayne (Rebecca) Casler of Allendale, MI, Susan (Dean) Isley of Rockford, MI; 8 great­grandchjldren; 1 great-great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents; hus­band; Ancel in 1995.

Memorial services will be 11 a .m ., Septer:nber 7, 2013 , at Chapel Hill · Cemetety. Memorial contributions can be made to Eaton Community Palliative Care , 2675 S. Cochran Rd. Charlotte, MI 48813 or the Onondaga Community Church, 5633 Main St. Onondaga, MI 49264. Arrangements were entrusted to the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. Please visit our website to place online condolences or to sign the guest register, www.shellyodell.com.

HENNING R. "BOB" INGEMANSEN

Henning Robert (Bob) Ingemansen, born June 17, 1926, passed away peacefully at the age of 87, on Monday, September 2, 2013. Bo~ was an energetic family man, who enjoyed traveling, collecting stamps , reading Science Fiction, and garderung. Bob loved to entertrun and presided over his annual Wine Tasting and pool party every August. He kept in close contact with his family in Denmark, and introduced all of his children and grandchildren to the beau­ties of his birthplace of Bomholm. He was a lifetime member of the Mokena Lions Club, and spent countless hours on their various activi­ties. He immigrated to Canada in 1950 and earned bis CPA in Toronto, Canada, where he met his future wife. He was employed by Canadian National Railroad in Montreal, Grand Trunk Railroad in Detroit and retired from the Rock Island Railroad in

· Chicago. Bob is survived by his wife

of 55 years, Alma; son Martin (Deb) lngemansen of Columbus , OH; three daugh­ters E. Anne (Mike) Williston of Eaton Rapids, MI, Karen Kadolph of Orland Park, IL and Mary (Phil) Mitchell of Bloomington, IL; Grandfather of Robert, Katherine, Darnel, Kelsey, Zachary, Eric, Blake, and Jared. Leaving family in Denmark, brothers Aage (Lise) Ingemansen and Gert (Gurlie) Ingemansen. •

Bob was preceded in death by his father and mother, Emil and Anna Ingemansen; sisters, Kirsten Johansen and Margit Christinsen.

In lieu of flowers, a dona­'tion to the Joliet , Area Community Hospice, 250 Water Stone Cr. Joliet, 'IL 60431 or Cancer Center at Silver Cross Hospital, 1800 Silver Cross Blvd, New Lenox, IL 60451 "In Memory of Henning Ingemansen" would be appreciated.

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MERLE D. ENGLAND Merle D. England , of

Springport, passed away at home in his sleep, on Thursday, September 5, 2013 at the age of 75. Merle served in the US Army National Guard a·nd Honorably Discharged in 1964. He was an electrician in the Albion area for many years, working on many homes and businesses while working for Weston Electric, was a superintendant at McGraw Edison in Albion and also worked at Albion Electric for several years. Merle was an avid bowler at the Meadow Lanes Bowling Alley in Homer. He was a true outdoorsman who loved to fish, · hunt and garden. Merle would help anyone in need and was known by many as a fixer of all things. People in Albion may have spent time with Merle at Cascarelli's having a beer and red skin peanuts . He belonged to the Moose lodge in Lansing.

Surviving are his children, Tina (Steve) Lee, Mark England, and Lisa Trolz; seven grandchildren , Erica Richards, Kyle · Eagen, Steven Lee, Killian England, Conner England , Lindsay Rokita , Corey Trotz; three great­grandchildren , Jocilyn Eagen , Delilah Richards, and Jeremiah Hagerman; three brothers , Richard (Beverly) England, Jim (Cheri) England, and David (Bernedette) England; two sisters , Lorna (Mike) Sanders and Louann (Dean) Richardson ; numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Marjorie England; parents, Ray and Ruby England; one brother, Danny England.

According to Merle's wish­es cremation bas taken place and there will be no services. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the National Rifle Association. Arrangements were entrusted to the JC Adams Funeral Homes, Springport Chapel (517) 8577 2633 . Please remember Merle being in his boat fishing .

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MARSH SR. Jack Leonard Marsh Sr.

of Onondaga, MI , passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2013 at the age of 14. Jack was born on July 24, 1939 to Harold and Louva (Corwin) Marsh in Jackson, MI. After attending East Jackson High School he learned the lithogra­phy trade at ABC Reproduction. Through the years he was self-employed and contracted with Aeroquip and several other area printing companies. After retiring he enjoyed wood working, Michigan State football and golf.

Ja~k was preceded in death by his parents; son , Donnie Marsh and brother Harold N. Marsh Jr. Surviving Jack are his wife of 20 years, Carolyn; daughters, Tammy (Andy) Barrett, Carrie (Tom) Powers; son, Jack (Katie) Marsh Jr.; 7 grandchildren; sis­ter, Jill Wasper; brothers, Rona!! (Sandy) Marsh, Dennis Marsh, Mark ·(Ellen) Marsh; and several nieces and nephews.

A family and friend gath­ering will take place on Sunday, September 15 , 201 3 at 2:00 p.m. at the Onondaga Fire Barn. To leave online concjo­lences please v1s1t www .SkinnerFuneralHome.com.

R. Ann Herzberg Eaton Rapids

Age 56, died peacefully at her home on September 13, 2013. She was born in Jackson, MI. Ann was a graduate of Eaton Rapids High School and a National Merit Scholar. She received her BA from Michigan State University with high honors and was recognized for outstanding achievement by admission to Alpha Kappa Psi and Beta Gamma Sigma hon­ors fraternities. She was a law school graduate from The Ohio State University.

I In her professional career, Ann first served as an assis­tant East Lansing City Attorney with the McGinty law firm.

L-\ She was employed by the Michigan Court of Appeals for over 27 years and served as editor of the Michigan Appellate

-t. Digest for many of those years. Ann was a member of nu -~ merous professional associations and served as chair of the

' State Bar of Michigan Appellate Court Administration Com-0\ mittee. ~ Ann was a great MSU basketball fan and season ticket (\, holder for nearly three decades. She also enjoyed interior Q decorating, ~~dening and making friends on several inter-

net commurut1es. UJ She is survived by her husband, Timothy Spalding, sons

Benjamin and Robert Spalding, father Robert (Jackie) Herzberg and numerous friends and family members who were so helpful and supportive during her long illness.

Suggested beneficiaries for donations are the Capital Area Humane Society, Hospice of Lansing or the Sparrow Cancer Center Giving Club.

A memorial service will be planned for a later date. For online condolences please visit

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SEAN MICHAEL VAN KRANENBURG Sean Michael

VanKranenburg of Eaton Rapids , MI, passed away peacefully at Sparrow Hospice House on Tuesday, September 10 , 2013 at the age of 26. Sean was born September 2, 1987 in Lansing, MI, the son of Brian VanKranenburg and Kathleen (Krawczyk) Hendrickson.

He is survived by his daughter, Ariella VanKranenburg of "I:raverse City; parents, Kathleen (David) Hendrickson of Eaton Rapids, Brian VanKranenburg of Lansing; grandparents, Stanley Krawczyk, Art VanKranenburg. Sean was pre­ceded in death by his sister, Stacy Lynn Hildner.

Sean's joy was his love for music.

A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, September 22, 2013 from 1-3 p.m. at the Old Athletic Field pavilion. For online condo­lences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com

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R. ANN HERZBERG R. Ann Herzberg of Eaton

Rapids, age 56, died peacefully at her home on September 13, 2013. She was born in Jackson, ML Ann was a graduate of . Eaton Rapids High School and a National Merit Scholar. She received her BA from Michigan State University with high honors and was recog­nized for outstanding achieve­ment by admission to Alpha Kappa Psi and Beta Gamma Sigma honors fraternities. She was a law school graduate from The Ohio State University. In her professional career, Ann first served as an assistant East Lansing City Attorney with the McGinty law firm. She was employed by the Michigan Court of Appeals for over 27 years and served as editor of the Michigan Appellate Digest for many of those years . Ann was a member of numerous professional asso­ciations and served as chair of the ·State Bar of Michigan Ap~llate ~ourt Administration Com!1llttee. Ann. was a great MSU basket­ball fan and season ticket hold­er for nearly three decades. She also enjoyed interior decorat­ing, gardening and making friends on several internet communities.

She is survived by her hus­band, Timothy Spalding; sons Benjamin and Robert Spalding; father Robert (Jackie) Herzberg ~d numer­ous friends and family mem­bers who were so helpful and supportive during her long ill­ness.

Suggested beneficiaries for donations are the Capital Area Humane Society, Hospice of Lansing or the Sparrow Cancer Center Giving Club. A memo­rial service will be planned for a later date. For online condolence visit www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com

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MAXINE OLIVE HARTEN BURG

· Maxine Olive · Hartenburg, of Elyria, OH, · formerly of Eaton Rapids , passed away September 10, 2013, at the age of 99 . Maxine was born in Eaton Rapids, March 22, 1914, the daughter of Vern and Hazel (Beal) Bellows. She was mar­ried to Lute Hartenburg for 65 years. Together they were good stewards of their family farm. She was a member of Robbins · United Methodist Church, sang in the choir and was a Sunday school teacher. Maxine played

· the organ, enjoyed gardening, cooking and painting with water colors. Her l'aith in God was unwavering and her great­est joy was spending time with her 10 grandchildren and 22 gn~at-grandchildren. •

Maxine is survived by her son, Vern (Dianne) Hartenburg of Westlake , OH; daughter-in­law, Renee Hartenburg of Eaton Rapids; former daugh­ter-in-law, Audrey Hartenburg of Eaton Rapids; grandchil­cjren, Julie (Doug) Tews of Ludington, Gretchen (Keith) Pretty of Midland, Rachel (Jim) Myers of Powell, OH, Kurt (Jennifer) Hartenburg of Troy, Heidi (John) McGarry of Eaton Rapids, Derrick (Jackie) Hartenburg of Eaton Rapids, Heather (Paul) DeRose of Lansing, John (Melissa) Hartenburg of Perrysburg, OH, Benjamin (Andrea) Hartenburg of Aurora, OH, Peter (Wendy) Hartenburg of Stow, OH; 22 great-grandchildren; sister-in­law, Leone (Myron) Montie of Eaton Rapids. She was preced­ed in death by her husband, Clifford "Lute" Hartenburg; sons, Jerry and Burr Hartenburg; brother, Bernard Bellows; sister, Ellen Bellows; brother-in-law, Wayland Hartenburg; steporother-in­law, Vern Canady; sister-in­law, Erma Anderson, step sis­ter-in-law, Myrtle Canady, brother-in-law, Emery Anderson.

Funeral services were held Saturday September 14, 2013 at Robbins United Methodist Church, 6419 Bunker Rd . Eaton Rapids with Pastor Mark Payne officiating . A private family burial took place at Oakwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contribu­tions can be made to Robbins _____________ __.. United Methodist Church or

the Wesleyan Village Foundation, 807 W. Ave. Elyria, OH 44035. Please visit our website to place online condolences or to sign the guest register, www.shellyo­dell .com.

John T. Dancer John T. Dancer, 85, Sun

City West, AZ passed away on Friday, August 30, 2013 at his home surrounded by his five

'.!)children. Born February 20, ..:::::, 1928, he was the son of Paul '::)I C. and Monabelle (Proctor) t"\ Dancer of Stockbridge,

0::: Michigan. He spent his child-hood summers at the family

~ cottage in Pleasant Lake, ~ Michigan. In his teens, he di attended summer camp at d Camp Charlevoix in U: Charlevoix, Michigan and

Culver Military Academy in Culver, Indiana. John graduat­ed high school from Kemper Military School, in Boonville, MO. During World War II, he served in the Merchant Marines and later in the U.S. Marine Corps , where he worked as an airplane mechanic. When the war ended, he attended Michigan State University, where he met his wife, Peggy. After graduat­ing MSU, he purchased and ran the Stockbridge Lumber Yard. He was also instrumen­tal in starting Rural Telephone Company, the first telephone company in Stockbridge, MI. He began his banking career at Stockbridge State Bank (now known as SSBBank) , where he worked for over 40 years. He served as President and Chairman of the Board and was an active board member until his death . John was also Chairman of the Board at the D & C Stores, with headquar­ters in Stockbridge. In Stockbridge he attended the First Presbyterian Church of Stockbridge. He was also a member of the Stockbridge Lions Club, Masonic Lodge and American Legion. He was a member of Desert Palms Presbyterian Church in Sun City West since 1985. John loved to golf and ski and espe-' cially loved spending time with hi s grandchildren and great-grandchildren. On November 23, 1950, he mar­ried Margareta L. (Peggy) Miller who preceded him in death.

Surviving are his children, Elizabeth Doty (Danny) Bloxom, Petoskey, MI; Sarah Coy Dancer-Lukey, Sun City West, AZ; Paul C. Dancer, San Francisco, CA; Amy L. (Shermon)Stanley, Stockbridge, MI and John Benjamin (Jeannie) Dancer, Eaton Rapids, MI, 8 grand­children and 15 great-grand­children.

Funeral service were held at Desert Palms Presbyterian Church in Sun City West, AZ on.Thursday Sept 5th at 5 p.m. A memorial service will be held in Stockbridge, MI, Friday, Sept 26th at 11:00 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church.

Maynard C. Venema Maynard C. Venema of

Rockford formerly of Eaton Rapids1 age 92, passed away on Monday, September 16, 2013 in Grand Rapids. Born December 30, 1920 in Koudum, Netherlands, one of nine children born to Clarence and Edith (De'ioung) Venema. Maynard moved to the United States with his family when he was age 5. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II in the Asiatic Pacific Theatre where he was injured and had earned a Purple Heart. He returned from the war and married Elsie Smith on December 7 , 1946 and they raised their family in Fenton. Maynard began working as a Tool Grinder for Saginaw Steer & Gear in 1947. He later bought a farm in Mikado, MI where four of the five children were born and also worked as a plumber. Maynard had an engineer's mind he had a vision for fabricating and was an excellent welder.

Preceding him in death was a granddaughter, Kim Venema; great grandson, Jonathan Rogers; siblings, Janette, Pete, Margaret and Genevieve.

Surviving are his wife of 66 years, Elsie; 3 sons and 2 daughters, Donald (C~ri~), Diane (Phil) Sarlo, Phtlhp, Paul (Jan), and Doris Cruz; 23 grandchildren; 46 great-~and­children; brother and sisters, Sylvia Heilborn, Mary Smith, Fred (Fredia) Venema and Gertrude Hendricks; numer­ous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were Friday, September 20, 2013, from the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. Burial with full military honors fol­lowed at Deepdale Memorial Park in Lansing. For those desiring· memorial gifts may be made to the Grace Baptist Church at 2592 S. Michigan Rd. Eaton Rapids, MI 48827 in memory of Maynard C. Vene~. For online condolences please V1s1t www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com Fl~'tl~ I

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Joyce Elaine Wright Joyce Elaine Wright of

Eaton Rapids , passed away September 24, 2013. She was born in Eaton Rapids, April 6, 1929, the daughter of Eugene and Gertrude (Tingley) Polard. Joyce and her husband, Cecil, ran the CH and JE Wright Accounting Firm out of their

. home. She retired from the business in 2005. Joyce was a homemaker who loved to cook, can fruits and vegetables and work in her flower garden.

She is survived by her daughters, Jody (Josh) Tenenberg of WA, Teresa (Steven Peters) Wright of CO; son, Gregory Wright of Eaton Rapids; grandchildren, Jeff, Arie (Tanya Todd) and Bret Wright; great-grandchildren, Adam, Kathrine, Natalie, Angela and Christina Wright. Joyce was preceded in. death by her parents; husband, Cecil Wright; daughter, Pam Wright; brother, Homer Pollard.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Saturday, September 2&, 2013, at the - Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids , with Pastor Steve Klink officiating. Interment will follow at Rosehill Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday from 6-8 p.m. Memorial contributions can be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 209 N. Walnut St. Lansing, MI 48933 or the American Diabetes Foundatipn, 227 W. Barnes Ave . Lansing, MI 48910. Please visit our website to place online condolences or to sign the guest register, www.shellyodell.com.

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.. Art." 80, of Eaton Rapids, retired state auditor, died Wednes­day. Arrangements by Skinner Funeral Homes, Eaton Rapids

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DORIS NADINE OLNEY Doris Nadine Olney of

Eaton Rapids, passed away on Friday, October 18,.2013 atthe age of 87. Doris was born on July 9, 1926 to Clarence and Ruth (Bartlett) Locke in Eaton RaJ?ids. She married her high school sweetheart, Robert Noble in 1945 and had 2 chil­dren. Doris worked for Horner Woolen Mill and later for WR Thomas dime store in Eaton Rapids. Robert passed away in 1978, she later married William Olney in 1980; William passed away in 1988. Doris enjoyed gardening, play­ing cards, and her cats.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husbands, sister, Mary Jane Terwillger; broth­ers , William Locke, and Harold Locke.

Surviving are her children, Robert Ray (Ruth Ann) Noble, Sally Miller; grandchildren, Michelle (Mike Bradfield) , Angela (Keith Hultberg), Kari, Stephanie Miller; great grand­children, Melissa, Jason, Ron, Justin, Alex, Hannah, Ian; great great grandson, Zane; brother, Lawrence Locke; and numerous nieces, and nephews.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, October 22, 2013 11:00 a.m. at Skinner Funeral • Home in Eaton Rapids.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. The family would like to give a special thanks to Eaton Community Palliative Care, and Great Lakes Home Hospice for the special care they gave. For those desiring memorial contributions may be made to Eaton Community Palliative Care or Lansing Seventh Day Adventist Church. For online condo­lences pleasevisit www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com

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JOHN BRUCE SHERMAN John Bruce Sherman of

Eaton Rapids, MI, formerly of Charlotte, age 66, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2013 at the Eaton Community Palliative Care. John was born November 11, 1946, in Charlotte the son of Julian and Betty Jeane (Bruce) Sherman . He was a 1964 Graduate of Charlotte High School and had served in the U. S. Army in Korea during the Viet Nam era. He had been employed at General Motors in Lansing for 12 years and later at Lansing Poured Walls from where he retired.

Surviving are: bis compan­ion of 27 years, Alice Miller and her children, Dale Miller of . Okemos and Melissa (Keith) Goodman of Earlville, PA and grandchildren, Bailey Miller and Amber Goodman; brothers, Fred (Sue) Wieting of Charlotte and Harry Edward Schmidt of Temple, MI; niece, Melissa Ann Wieting; nephews, Fred Wieting, Jr. and Scott Wieting; great niece, Logan Culp; uncles, Wallace (Myra) Bruce and Gary (Barb) Bruce; and aunt, Jeanne Scherrer.

Per John's request, crema­tion has taken place. A Memorial service with Military Honors will be held at 7:00 P. M. Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2013 at the Burkhead­Green Funeral Home of

· Charlotte with Pastor John Bailey and Fred Wieting offi­ciating. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 2-4 & 6-8"00 p.m. and on Wednesday from 6-7:00 p.m.at the Funeral Home. Memorial contribu­tions may go to the Eaton Community Palliative Care; 2675 S. Cochran Rd. , Charlotte MI 48813, www.burkhead-greenfuneral-

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WILLIE P. "BILL" CHERRY

Willie P. "Bill" Cherry, age 96 of Eaton Rapids died Saturday, October 19, 2013 at the Thornapple Manor in Hastings. Bill was born in Birmingham, Alabama on April 26, 1917 the son of Charles and Erma (Sharp) .Cherry. He served in the Army during World War II receiving several medals including the Purple Heart and 2 Bronze Stars. Bill retired as a Trimmer for General Motors BOC in Lansing in October of 1976. A former member of the Amerjcan Legion Post #15 in

· Eaton Rapids and a Life mem­ber of the D.A.V. post# 8.

Proceeding him in death was his wife Maxine R. (Overla) in 1995; step-daugh­ter, Donna (Tater) Lovell; sis­ter, Essie Horner; and sister-in­law, Ruth Cherry. ·

Surviving are a son, James (Wendy) Cherry of Canada; sister, Irene (Russell) Furlong of Nashville; 2 brothers, John Cherry of Eaton Rapids and Walter (Becky) Cherry of Atlanta, GA.; step-daughter, Loretta Wheaton and step­granddaughter, Denise; several nieces and nephews .

Funeral services will be Wednesday, October 23, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. from the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids burial will follow with full military honors at the Munger Cemetery in Eaton Rapids. Family will receive friends on Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p .m. at the funeral home. For online condolences please go to HYPERLINK "http://www.SkinnerFuneralH ome com" www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com

Richard Ray Marietta Eaton Rapids

Age 86, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2013 with his family beside him. Missing him greatly are his wife, Mary-constant companion of almost 69 years; daughter, Carolyn (Don) Wyckoff; granddaughter, Angela (Dan) Kid­der; grandson, Matthew Wyckoff, and great-grandchildren, Madelyn, and Carson Kidder; brother-in-law, Henry Puffenberger; and several nieces and nephews. Passing be­fore him were his father, Ray; mother, Florence; brothers, Paul, Lewis; and infant sister Donna.

Born in Charlesworth, Richard lived his entire life in Eaton Rapids area. Richard was retired from General Motors, and was a member of several motorcycle clubs.

As per his wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebn­tion of life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on November I, 20U at the Eaton Rapids Senior Center for family and friends who would like to attend.

The family would like to especially thank Skinner Funeral Home, the caregivers at Dimondale Center; especially Re­nee, Eunice, Ruby, Debbie, Jesse, and many others for the loving care he received this past month, Capt. Mike Line, PA for the years of care for his physical needs, and Pastor Scott Boles for seeing too his eternal needs.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Eaton Rapids Senior Center. For online condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com

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DORIS FERN GULICK Doris Fem Gulick, passed

away October 23, 2013 at the age of 77. Doris was born in Saginaw, May 15, 1936 the daughter of William and .Bessie Knapper. She was a night owl and enjoyed reading the Bible, listening to Johnny Cash, watching comedy and most importantly, helping oth­ers when she could.

Doris is survived by her sons, Michael Gulick of Belding, Mark Gulick of St. Louis and Milton Gulick of Eaton Rapids; grandchildren, Jack and Sarah Gulick of Hastings . She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Lewis Gulick in 2012.

No services are planned at this time. Memorial contribu­tions can be made in Doris's memory to Radio Bible Ministries, PO Box 2222 Grand Rapids, Ml 49501. Arrangements were entrusted to the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. Please visit our website to place online condolences or to sign the guest register, www.shellyodell.com. _ -

i' Janet Beth Whitener Eaton Rapids

Passed away October 25, 2013 at the age , of 78. Janet was born in Mulliken, Ml, De­cember 23, 1934, the daughter of Lewis and Calista (French) Gould. She was in sales for most of her life but also owned and operat­ed a beauty shop and was a restaurant man­ager. Janet was a member of the church of

Christ. She enjoyed dancing, crocheting, sewing, reading and working. She loved spending time with her grandchil­dren and great grandchildren. Janet and her husband, Lee, were very proud to be able to help raise their great grand­son, Little Ricky.

Janet is survived by her husband, Lee Whitener of Eaton Rapids; children, Vicki (James) Reingrover of CO, Michael (Caryl) Erickson of CA, Kathy (Stephen) Henney of Ply­mouth, Nancy Morris of Holt, Stewart (Kathleen) Coss of Eaton Rapids, Anthony (Lillia) Coss of AZ; 16 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren; siblings, Mary Carrick of Saranac, Darla Clark of Saranac, LA Gould of AZ; Ruth Ann Kocur of Johannesburg, MI; step-sisters, Marie Rockofellow of Ionia, Marge Larabee of Lansing; step­brother Jerry Harkness; sister in law Maria Harkness. She was preceded in death by her parents; step-sister, Pauline Lilly; step-brother David Harkness.

Funeral services will be IO a.m. Wednesday October 30, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids with Pastor James Reingrover officiating. Interment will be at Ft. Custer Cemetery in Battle Creek. Visitation will be Tuesday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Me­morial contributions can be made to Autism Alliance of MI, 26500 American Dr. Southfield, Ml 48034. Please visit our website to place online condolences or to sign the guest reg­ister, www.shellyodell.com. LS.J 10/z7 /13

JUANITA LEONA BYWATER

Juanita Leona Bywater, 81, of Eaton Rapids, passed away Saturday, October 26, 2013, at her residence with family by her side. Juanita was born February 22 , 1932 in Remus, Michigan to Theodore Roosevelt Reed and Gertrude Louella Harris Reed. She worked at Metro Bowl in Lansing. Juanita became a housewife when she married Robert W. Bywater, Sr. on Valentines Day, February 14, 1983. She enjoyed gardening, weeding h~ flower beds,_ ~an­ning, fishing, snowmobiling, cutting wood with her hus­band , crafts, loved her dogs and cats, spending time with family and friends and bingo.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Theodore and Gertrude Reed; her loving husband of 37 years, Robert Warren Bywater, Sr.; son, Billy Joe Bywater; grandson, Jeffrey Scott Bywater; and brother-in-law, Willard Flowers.

Surviving are her children, Sonya Sue (Steve) Hall of Sumner, Robert (Jennifer Hicks) Bywater, Jr. of Eaton Rapids, Shirley (Rory) Spurlock of Anchorage, Alaska, Rick (Romona) Bywater of Georgia, Jason (Kimberly) Bywater of Colorado, and Simonie (Bill) Hicks of Perry; 11 grandchil­dren; 14 great-grandchildren; sister, Paula Flowers of Remus ; brother., Theodore Reed of Eaton Rapids; numer­ous nieces and nephews; very dear and close friends, Betty Lee of Lansing, · Barb Bowerman of Eaton ' Rapids and Marilynn Oversmith of Eaton Rapids. The family would like to thank Great Lakes Hospice for their com­passionate c'are, especially Elyse . Donahue, Sara Fitzgerald and John Christensen.

Funeral services 1 :30 p.m. Wednesday, October 30, 2013, at Field & Leik Funeral Home, Dimondale, with Chaplain Nate Gibbs officiating. Interment will be in Dimondale Cemetery. The family will receive friends 2-4 & 7-8 p.m., Tuesday at the funeral home. In lieu of flow­ers, donations-may be made to

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TYLER DENNIS HARRIS Tyler Dennis Harris, 24,

passed away unexpectedly on October 27, 2013 from an auto accident. He was born November 22, 1988 in Lansing, MI, son of Dennis and Julie (Ewing) Harris. Tyler was a graduate of Eaton Rapids High School (2007) and an employee for Spartan Motors, Charlotte. He enjoyed mud bogging, hunting, fish­ing, all watersports, and hang­ing out with friends.

He is survived by his par­ents, Dennis and Julie Harris of Eaton Rapids, brothers Cody and Dylan; aunts and uncles: Sandy (Steve) Rakowski , Kris (Jamie) Reineke, both of Eaton Rapids, Randy (Irene) Ewing of Deer Park, W/ir, Craig (Tracy) Ewing of Mason, and Jill (Dean) Krieghoff of Jackson; grandparents E>uane and Linda Harris of Eaton Rapids , _and Donna Ewing of Prudenville, MI. He was pre­deceased by his grandpa, Edwin Ewing.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 31, 2013, 11:00 a.m. at the Wesleyan Church, 6044 , S Clinton Trail, Eaton Rapids, MI 48827, with Pastor Charles Jenson officiating.

The family will receive family and friends Tuesday 6-8 p.m . and Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St., Eaton Rapids. In lieu of flowers, memorial contribu­tions may be made to the V.F.W. National Home for Children, 3573 S Waverly Rd, Eaton Rapids, MI 48827 in memory of Ty !er Harris.

The family is being serv­iced by the Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. Online condolences may be shared at www.petersandmur-

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RICHARD RAY MARIETTA

Richard Ray Marietta, age 86, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2013 with his family beside him. Richard was a strong and protective man who deeply loved his home and family. Missing him greatly are his wife , Mary,con­stant companion of almost 69 years; daughter, Carolyn (Don) Wyckoff; granddaugh­ter, Angela (Dan) Kidder; grandson, Matthew Wyckoff, and great-grandchildren,

. Madelyn, and Carson Kidder; brother-in-law, Henry Puffenberger; and several nieces and nephews. Passing before him were his father, Ray; mother, Florence; broth­ers, Paul, Lewis; and infant sister Donna.

Born in Charlesworth, Richard lived his entire life in Eaton Rapids area. He was a self-taught man who could build or fix anything; includ­ing their home. He was a great mechanic and loved to work on his cars and motorcycles. He loved to be surrounded with music and was a· member of the Hoedowner's Square Dance Club , as well as several motorcycle clubs. Richard was retired from General Motors.

As per his wishes, crema­tion has taken place. A Memorial Luncheon for Richie will be held at l :00 p.m. on November I, 2013 at the Eaton Rapids Senior Center and family and friends who would like to.attend may begin arriving at 12:30 p.m.

The family would like to especially thank Skinner Funeral Home, the caregivers at Dimondale Center; espe­cially Renee, Eunice, Ruby,_ Debbie, Jesse, and many oth­ers for the loving care he received this past month, Capt. Mike Line, PA for the years of care for his physical needs, and Pastor Scott Boles for seeing to his eternal needs.

In lieu of flowers, dona­tions may be made to the Eaton Rapids Senior Center. Foronline condolences please visit wwwSkinnerFuneralHome.com

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JANET BETH WHITENER Janet Beth Whitener of

Eaton Rapids passed away October 25, 2013 at the age of 78 . Janet was born in Mulliken, Ml, December 23, 1934, the daughter of Lewis and Calista (French) Gould. She was in sales for most of her life but also owned and operated a beauty shop and was a restaurant manager. Janet was a member of the church of Christ. She enjoyed dancing, crocheting, sewing, reading and working. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and · great grandchildren. Janet and her husband , Lee, were very proud to be able to help raise their great grandson, Little Ricky.

Janet is . survived by her husband , Lee Whitener of Eaton Rapids; children, Vicki (James) Reingrover of CO; Michael (Caryl) Erickson of CA, Kathy (Stephen) Henney of Plymouth, Nancy Morris of Holt, Stewart (Kathleen) Coss of Eaton Rapids, Anthony (Lillia) Coss of AZ; 16 grand­children; 19 great-grandchil­dren; 3 great-great grandchil­dren; siblings, Mary Carrick of Saranac, Darla Clark of Saranac, LA Gould of AZ; Ruth Ann Kocur of Johannesburg, MI; step-sis­ters, Marie Rockofellow of Ionia, Marge Larabee of Lansing; step-brother Jerry Harkness; sister in law Maria Harkness. She was preceded in death by her parents; step­sister, Pauline Lilly; step­brother David Harkness.

Funeral services will be 10 . a.m., Wednesday October 30, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids with Pastor James Reingrover officiating. Interment will be at Ft. Custer Cemetery in Battle Creek. Visitation will be Tuesday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Memorial contributions can be made to Autism Alliance of MI, 26500 American Dr. · Southfield, MI 48034. Please visit our website to place online condolences or to sign the guest register, www.shellyodell.com.

SALLY ANN DOWDING Sally Ann Dowding of

Olivet, foonerly of Onondaga, passed away October 29, 2013 at the age of 68 . Sally was born in Toledo, OH, March 15, 1945 , the daughter of LeRoy and Sally (Sherrhan) Barres. In addition to bei'ng a devoted wife and mother, she was employed for the P.ast 17 ye~s at the social secunty office m the disability dept. Sally loved to laugh , and enjoyed coll~ct­ing pigs, knitti~~ · crochetmg, cooking, and nding motorcy­cles. She and her husband, Clifton "Spike" celebrated 48 years of marriage.

Sally is survived by her husband, Clifton "Spike" Dowding Jr., of Olivet; sons, LeRoy (Debbie) Dowding of Charlotte, Kurt (Judy) Dowding of Rives Junction; grandchildren, Krista (Jason) Mayo of Cement City, Corey Dowding of Jackson, Rachael Dowding of Rives Junction . She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers; David and Lloyd Barres.

A memorial service will be held at 5:00 p.m. , Friday, November 8, 2013 at the F_irst Baptist Church, 9~20 Kinneville Rd., Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions can be made to the ~inerican Diabetes Association, 427 W. Barnes Rd. Lansing, MI 48910. Arrangements were entrusted to the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. Please visit our web­site to place online condo­lences or to sign the guest reg-

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Helen Madonna Clegg Eaton Rapids

Went to be with her Lord on November l, 2013 at the age of 89. She was born in Han­nibal, MO. May 4, 1924 to Orval and Helen (Allison) Riegel. Helen was married to her husband, Albert for 50 years. She was a

A. W.A.C during WW II and was one of the first women to be trained in chemical war­

fare. She attended MSU where she received a bachelor's de­gree in journalism. After college she worked as a reporter for the Lansing State Journal and the Jackson Citizen Patriot. Helen was a very active and dedicated member of the First United Methodist Church, serving on many committees. She collected art ·glass, enjoyed reading, was a swimmer and be­longed to the green splash during her years at MSU.

Helen is survived by her brother, Taylor (Marci ~ Riegel of Berkley, MI; sister, Cecelia (Charlie) Page of E. .ton Ra­pids; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert "Tige" Clegg; sister, Laura Heuser; brother, Tom Riegel.

Funeral services will be 11 am Monday Nqvember 4, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids with Pastor Daniel Hofmann officiating. In­terment will take. place at a later date in Oakwood Ceme­tery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Mem­orial contributions can be made in Helen's memory to First United Methodist Church 600 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids, MI 48827 or Capital Area Humane Society, 7095 W. Grand Riv­er Ave. Lansing, MI 48906. Please visit our website to place online condolences or to sign the guest register, www.s~ellyodell.com. j._ 5 T 11 / 2- / 2._ o J 3

Paul John Albright Eaton Rapids

Went to be with the Lord, November 14, 2013. Paul was born in Dearborn, Ml, September 1, 1930, the son of Ray­mond and Frances (Grayheck) Albright. He served in the U.S. Army as a fire fighter at Ft. Benning, GA during peace time after the Korean War. Paul was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. When he was younger, he worked with his dad at their mink farm. Paul was a fire fighter, public safety director and loss pre­vention inspector in Plymouth Twp. Paul was the manager of product development and advertising for Michigan Millers and also worked for the Eaton Rapids Twp fire dept. He enjoyed camping and was always doing for others. Next to serving the Lord, the love of his family was very special to him. He will be sorely missed by his family and the com-munity. · .

He is survived by his wife, Gwen Albright of Eaton Rap­ids; sons, Christopher (Patricia) Albright of Lansing, Duane Albright of Laingsburg; daughters, Karen (Don) Meyers of Portland, LeAnn Albright of Eaton Rapids, Carol (Phillip) Hicks of Ceresco; 15 grandchildren; brother, Rev. Raymond Albright of Detroit. Paul was preceded in death by his pa­rents; daughter-in-law, Kathy Albright.

A Mass of Christian burial will be 11 am Saturday, No­vember 16, 2013 at St. Peter Catholic Church, S15 E. Knight St. Eaton Rapids, with Fr. Bennett Constantine cel­ebrating. Interment will follow at Munger Cemetery with full military honors. Visitation will be Friday from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. with a rosary prayed at 7 pm. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Peter Catholic Church or Eaton Community Pal­liative Care, 2675 S. Cochran Rd. Charlotte, MI 48813. Please visit our website to place online condolences or to sign the guest register, www.shellyodell.com.

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JESSIE (JONI) B. BURKETT

Jessie Burkett, iige 89, of Eaton Rapids, MI, died Friday, November 15, 2013. Joni was born on November 10, 1924 to Lowell and Ethel (Hecker) Jarrard in Barry Co. MI. She was predeceased in death by her husband Gaylord C . Burkett, her parents and her siblings, Clayton, Casey, Thelma (Cunningham), Therma (Eddy) , Ila (Gray), Iza (Elliston, Decker), Lawrence, Ena (Johnson), and LT (Weeks).

Joni is survived by her chil­dren: Brenda (Bruce) Maurer of Charlotte, Lola (James) Masters of Eaton Rapids and Claude (Donna) Burkett of Oakfield, NY.; 10 Grandchildren, 5 great-grand­children and many nieces and nephews.

Joni worked for Dr. T. Parks , Optometrist for over 20 years. She enJoyed baking pies and traveling with her hus­band. Joni was a faithful member of the Eaton Rapids Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. She enjoyed shar­ing her Bible based faith with others in a public ministry and attending conventions of Jehovah's Witness around the country.

A Memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 30, 2013 at 2 p.m. at the Eaton Rapids Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses located at 8972 Holmes Hwy., Eaton Rapids, MI 48827.

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ALBERT W. COLE Albert W. Cole of Eaton

Rapid, age 84, died Sunday, November l7, 2013 in Charlotte. Albert was born in Lansing on March 5, 1929 the son of Wayne and Geraldine (Petrie) Cole. He was a high school graduate of Leslie and following school served in the U.S. Naval Reserve. Albert worked · 26 years as a Corrections officer for the State of Michigan and also owned and operated a farrn ·in Onondaga Township. He was an active member of the Eaton Rapids Church of the Nazarene and was a former member of the Onondaga Board of Review. Preceding him in death was his son Daniel in 1980; and a sister, Thelma Cozart.

Surviving are his ..yife of 62 years Marion; daughter, Mary Ellen Cole of Lansing; son, David Cole of Lansing; 4 grandchildren and 6 great­grandchildren ; 2 · sisters, Louise Potter of Jackson and Joan Doxtader of Holt; broth­er, Frank Cole of Grand Rapids and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be Thursday, November 21, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. from the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids with the Rev. Dallas McFarland, officiating. Burial will follow in the Maple Ridge Cemetery in Holt. Family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. For those desiring memo­rial may be made to the Eaton Rapids Church of the Nazarene in memory of Albert W. Cole. For online condo­lences please go to www SkinnerfuneralHome.com.

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DALE ROY PIERCE Dale Roy Pierce age 50,

died Sunday, November 10, 201'3 at his residence in Springport. Born February 3, 1963 in Eaton Rapids the son of Dale M. and Dorothy R. (McMann) Pierce. Dale was in the Eaton Rapids High School cl~ss of 1981. He had worked for several years fOt FASCO DC Motors in Eaton Rapids until health problems. Dale enjoyed hunting, fishing work­ing on motors with his boys and - spending time with his wife and best friend . Preceding him in death were his parents.

Surviving are his wife of 31 years, Jo Von (Scripter) Pierce of Springport; 3 sons, Sean Pierce of Jackson, Bryan (Chelsea Willard) Pierce of Lansing and Dale Joseph "DJ." Pierce of Springport; sisters, Bonnie (Dan) Pierce/Hartnett of Onondaga, Carolyn (Kevin) Dutil of Laingsburg; brother, Ken (Barb) Pierce of Lake, MI.; mother-in-law, Jo Miller of Bath; sisters-in-law, Sheri (Joe) Mills and Tifany (Greg) Miller; nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephew, Jeffery Wright, Arie Wright, Bret (Arny) Wright, Ethan Hartnett, Mike (Sarah) Wood, Matt (Lindsey) Wood, Adam Miller, Jeffrey Mills, Jacqueline Mills, Kenneth (Barb) Pierce , Jessica Fata, Alicia (Matt) Barnum, Marlena Marietta, Trishia . Marietta, Steven Marietta.

Memorial -services were held Saturday, November 16, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. from the

. Aurelius Baptist Church at 4419 W. Barnes Rd. Mason with the Rev. Steve Aikin, offi­ciating. The family is being served by the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids . For those desiring memorial gifts may be made to either Alfa One Antitrypsin Foundation or the American Heart Association in memory of Dale R. Pierce. For condolences visit www.Skirn'K:rFuneraIHome.com

DIXIE JEAN KELLEY KUNCE

Dixie Jean Kelley Kunce of Richmond , KY, formerly of Eaton Rapids , passed away Thursday,November 14, 2013, at the age of 78. She is the widow of John R. Kunce. Dixie was born March 4, 1935, the daughter of the late Ed and Mary Edith Kelley. She was a lifelong resident of Madison County and was a member of the Salem Christian Church.

Dixie is survived by her daughters, Mitzi Jean (Donald) Kelley of Richmond, KY, Anna Marie Kelley of Richmond, KY, Theresa Diane (Ralph) Reed of Niota, TN; step-daughter, Diana (Keith) Hayter of Eaton Rapids, MI; 11 grandchildren; 13 great­grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by ·her brothers, Bailey Edward Kelley, Emmitt Nelson Kelley and Tevis J. · Kelley.

Funeral services were held at the Combs, Parsons, and Collins Funeral Home in KY., Saturday November 16, 2013. The Shelly-Odell Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids, MI will assist with the graveside service held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, November 19, 2013 at the Ongndaga Cemetery. Pallbearers honoring Mrs. Kunce will be Daniel Kelley, Kevin Hayter, Kyle Hayter, Joshua Hayter, Travis Hacker and BJ. Chambers. Please visit our website to place online condolences or to sign the guest register, www.shelly-

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EVELYN MARIE JOHNSON "GRUBER"

Evelyn Marie Johnson (Gruber) formerly of Eaton Rapids, 86 passed away peace­fully October 25, 2013.

Evelyn is survived by her husband of 58 years, Basil D . son, Basil L., twin daughters, Christina and Jennifer, 7 grandchildren. Preceding her in death are her parents, James and Mae Gruber, sister Stephanie, and survived by brothers, Ja,mes and Gerald Gruber. A 'memorial service will be held Saturday, December 21, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. at Christ Church G;osse

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MILDRED A. "MILLIE" JACKSON

Mildred A. "Millie" Jackson of Eaton Rapids , age 91, died Saturday, October 26, 2013. at the Eaton County Medical Cafe Facility in Charlotte. Millie was born July 16, 1922, in Eaton Rapids the ilaughter of Howard and Meda (Henry) Towns. Millie was a member of the Griffith United Methodist Church and a former Sunday School Teacher. She was a Life member of the Tri County Extension group. Preceeding her in death were her husband Fredrick; daugh­ter, Donna Kolodica; brothe , Robert Towns; sisters, Kathleen Charlefour and Dorothy Clarke.

- Surviving are 3 children , Sharon (Harvey) Pettit of Eaton Rapids, Dianne (Jack) Morris of Eaton Rapids, Dennis (Sally) Jackson of

· Albion; son-in-law, Jim Kolodica .of Albion; 8 grand­children; several ,great and great-great-grandchildren;

. numerous nieces and nephews. F1meral services were held

on Wednesday, October 30, 2013 at Jl:OO a.m. from the Skinner . Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids with the Rev. David Minger, officiating. Burial followed in the Griffith Cemetery. Family received friends at the funeral home on Tuesday from 5-8 .m . For

ARLINE li.OUISE O'CONNELL

Arline Louise O'Connell of Charlotte, formerly of Eaton Rapids , passed away November 7, 2013 at the age of 78. Arline was born in Camden, AR. March 12, 1935, the daughter of Russell and Frieda (Schweissinger) Knapp . She worked for Jackson Prison and Eaton Rapids Medical Center as a nurse . Arline was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, St. Peter Altar Society and St. Vincent DePaul Charities. She delivered meals on wheels , enjoyed reading, traveling , playing bridge, flower garden­ing and bird watching. Her greatest love was spending time with her husband, chil­dren , grandchildren and great­grandchildren and attending as many of their events and fami­ly outings as possible.

She is· survived by her hus­band, Richllrd O'Connell of Charlotte, formerly of Eaton Rapids ; daughters, Sharon (Robert) Welch of PA, Mary (John) <;:ooke of Eaton Rapids, Arline Clark of Holt, Kathleen O'Connell of AL; sons, Richard (Jane) O'Connell Jr. of Eaton Rapids, William (Dawn) O'Connell II of Eaton Rapids, Daniel (Malisa) O'Connell of TX; grandchil­dren, Katie (John), Bebby (Alana), Laura (Neil) , Christina, . Elizabeth, Lisa (Sean), Andy (Jaime), Richard III, Anthony, Alyssa, Mary, Erin (Andy), David, Sandy and Danielle; 15 great- grand­children; brother, Loren (Jean) Knapp of AZ; many nieces and nephews . Arline was preceded. in death by her parents; broth­ers , Richard and Lewis Knapp.

Funer:al services will be 11 a.m. Monday, November 11, 2013 at St. Mary . Catholic Church, 807 Saint Marys Blvd. Charlotte, MI with Fr. David Rosenbe,rg officiating. hferment will follow at Olk.wood Cemetery.

Visitation will be Sunday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the . Shelly-Odell- Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids. A Rosary will be prayed, 7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Memorial con­tributions can be made to St. Vincent DePaul Charities, 515 E. Knight St. Eaton Rapids, MI 48827 or Eaton Community Palliative Care , 2675 S. Cochran Rd. Charlotte, MI 48813. Please visit our website to place online condolences or to sign the guest register, www.shelly-odell.com. · / / j J. F/cwiu::.. 11d-//3

DOSSIE ELMER MERROW

Dossie , born July 15, 1926, passed away November 8, 2013 , bette.r 1Cnown as Doss, 87 peacefully entered the pe~ly gates in his beloved wife Betty's arms. Doss and Betty were married for 63 years. Doss joined the Army Air Corp iii 1945. He worked at General Motors for six years. He started at Perfect Cleaners in Flint until he o~ned his own busi­ness, Doss s Cleaners. Once he sold the cleaners he went to work for the lnqependent Order of Foresters and worked his way up to become the District Manager · in the Lansing area. He attended Purdue University. ~e .was President of the · M1ch1gan· Fraternal Congress. He was instrumental in project S.0.S. (Soap for Vietnam) and Toys for Tots . His love of building lead him to work as the Aurelius TownshiI> Building Inspector and with his brother at B .V. Merrow Construction Company building many churcnes throughout' .the state of Michigan. Doss retired from tile Homestead Air Force Base. in Homestead , Flonda m June 1992 returning back to his -hometown of Eaton Rapids. He af\d Betty · returned to Homestead to help their fr.iends and victims of, Hurricane Andrew a month later.

Doss will always be remembered ~s .a ki!1d, gentle, loving and d1stmgmshed man of integrity who bad no ene­mies. He loved Tiger baseball and the MSU Spartans. He taught the whole family · to bowl and has numerous tro­j:>hies for his accompl.ishments. Everyone who came m contact with Doss was blessed with his beautiful smile and sense of humor he always kept us laugh~g . Family was every­thing to Doss. He had many "adopted" children and gra.nd- ' children throughout the Umte}I States , Brazil, Spain and Germany. The nurses at Dialysis were his extended family for the past two and half years who he loved dearly.

Doss's kind spirit will live on through his wife Betty, daughters, Diane (Dennis) and Sharron (Doug); his six grand­children Michael (Knstal), Tasha (Brendan), M~tthew, Christina (Jos~). M~chel\e (Brian) and Marie (Justm), his five great-g~andchil~r~n Sabrina Kate1m, Olma, Alisyn a'nd Oliver. ~oss is .also survived by his sister Goldie and brothers Bob (Gerri), Bernie (Marilyn) and many nieces and nephews . Until we meet again, .we love you more!

Mass of the Christian Burial will be on Wednesday, November 13, 2013 at 11:00 a.m . from S( James Catholic Church 1010 S. Lansing Rd.,

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.A Visitation will be Tuesday, c \J November 12, 2013 from 1-8

_.::: p.m. at the Skinner Funeral - Home in Eaton Rapids. Bun.al - will follow mass with full mil-

\ itary honors at the Plains <l Cemetery in rural f:a~on ~ Rapids. For thO"se desmng ,J memorial contributions may be A made to either DaVita Dialysis ~.J Center at 404 S. Crapo St Mt.

<::::> Pleasant, MI 48858 or the 1 \ Fresenius Medical Care 111-\......l- Lansing St. # 120' Charlotte ,

MI. 48813 in memory .of Dossie E. Merrow. For onJ.!ne

· condolences please v1s1t www.SkinnerFuneraIHome.com

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Michael_ Lewis Gulick, age 56, of Belding, died unexpect­edly Saturday November 9

1 2013 at home. Michael wa~ Ci . boll? on January 9, 1957 in -2 Sag~naw, the son of Lewis and d D~ns (Knapper) Gulick. He -:3' ~nJoyed reading, surfing the

1-:-- mt_ernet, listening to the Joseph \...l_ Pnnce Ministries and had

become a big facebook fan He is loved and survi~ed

by his children; Sarah Gulick and Jack Gulick of Belding his brothers; Marc Van Gulick of St. Louis and Milton Gulick of EatoQ Rapids.

. Graveside funeral services with Pastor Byron Davey were held on Tuesday, November 12, 2013 at . River Ridge Cemetery, Belding. Memorials may be given to a charity of one's choice. Funeral care was entrusted to Johnson­Feuerstein Funeral Home Belding. Messages of condo~ lence . may also be given at www.Jftb.com.

r\l PAUL JOHN ALBRIGHT Q Paul John Albright of I\ Eaton Rapids, went to be with

.__ the Lord, November 14, 2013. <:>-- Paul was born in Dearborn

:::::=::. MI, September L, 1930, th~ son of Raymond and Frances (9rayheck) Albright.

~ He served in the U.S.Army ..:;J as a fir~ fighter at Ft. Benning,

" GA dunng peace time after the . ~ Korean War. Paul was a mem­~ ber of St. Peter Catholic i..i....... Church and the Knights of

Columbus. When he was younger, he worked with his dad at their mink farm. Paul "".as a fire fighter, public safety director and loss prevention inspector in Plymouth Twp. Paul was the manager of prod­uct development and advertis­ing _ for Michigan Millers and also workea for the Eaton Rapids Twp fire dept. He enjoyed camping and was always doing for others. Next to serving the Lord, the love of his family was very special to him. He will be sorely missed by his family and the commu­nity.

Albert W. Cole Eaton Rapids

Age 84, died Sunday, November 17, 2013 in Charlotte. Al­bert was born in Lansing on March S, 1929 the son of Wayne and Geraldine (Petrie) Cole. He was a high school graduate of Leslie and following school served in the U.S. naval re­serve. Albert worked 26 years as a Corrections officer for the State of Michigan and also owned and operated a farm in Onondaga Township. He was an active member of the Eaton Rapids Church of the Nazarene and was a former member of the Onondaga Board of Review.

Preceding him in death were his son Daniel in 1980; and a sister, Thelma Cozart.

Surviving are his wife of 62 years Marion; daughter, Mary Ellen Cole of Lansing; son, David Cole of Lansing; 4 grand­children and 6 great grandchildren; 2 sisters, Louise Potter ofJackson and Joan Doxtader of Holt; brother, Frank Cole of Grand Rapids and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be Thursday, November 21, 2013 at 11:00 am from the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids with the Rev. Dallas McFarland, officiating. Burial will follow in the Maple Ridge Cemetery in Holt. Family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 6-8pm. For those desiring memorial may be made to the Eaton Rapids Church of ~e Nazarene in memory of Albert W. Cole. For online condolences please go to www.SkinnerfuneralHome.com.

Jeffrey Lynn Allen Eaton Rapids

Age ~6, died November 18, 2013; born December 20, 1956 to Martm and ~etty (Rydman) Allen. Jeffrey graduated from Coleman High School and had been a truck driver for several years.

H~ was ~receded in death by his sister, Wendy Allen. Jef­frey 1s survived by his wife, Rosanne (Krager) Allen- daugh­te~s, Maria (Dan) Wills, and Leah (Bryan) Oberlin; grand­c~dren, Makayla Cl?d Jack; parents, Martin R. and Betty Al­len, brother, Martm L. Allen; and sister, Cara (Roger) Schroeder.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday No­vember 23, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. at the Mason First Church of the Naz~ene, 415 E. Maple, Mason, MI with Pastor Gerhard \\'. e1gelt officiating. Vi~itation will be 1 hour prior !O the ser,vice at the Church. In lieu of flowers contributions m Jeffreys memory may be made to the Mason First Church of the Nazarene.

The family is being served by the Gorsline Runciman Fu­neral Homes, Mason, MI. On-line condolences may be made at www.grbdmason.com

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DONALD FRANK ROCKAFELLOW

Donald Frank Rockafellow, from Ft. Mohave, AZ, was born October 2, 1937 and passed away on November 8, 2013. He was formally of Eaton Rapids. In the arms of the angels , after a short, coura­geous battle with lung cancer. He requested no service.

He is survived by his wifr, Gwen Albright of Eaton Rapids; sons, Christopher (Patricia) Albright of Lansing Duane Albright of Laingsburg; daughters, Karen (Don) Meyers of .Portland, LeAnn Albright of Eaton Rapids, ·..-==,,,_-..... ..::::::== Carol (Phillip) Hicks of Ceresco; 15 grandchildren-

. brot~er, Rev. Raymond Albright of Detroit. Paul was preceded in death by his par­ents; daughter-in-law, Kathy Albright.

A Mass of Christian burial was held at 11 a.m. Saturday, November 16, 2013 at St. Peter Cath(!lic Church, 515 E. Knight St. Eaton Rapids, with Fr. Bennett Constantine cele­brating. Interment will follow at M~nger Cemetery with full military honors . Visitation will be Friday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 · p.m. at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. with a ~osary prayed at 7 pm. Memonal contributions can be made to St. Peter Catholic Church or Eaton Community Palliative Care , 2675 S. Cochran Rd. Charlotte, MI 48813. Please visit our web~te to place onli.ne condolences or to sign the guest . register, www.shellyodell.com.

MARY KATHERINE Kl KENDALL

Mary Katherine Kikendall of Eaton Rapids passed away November 24, 2013 at the age of 91. She was born in

• Dimondale, MI, September 2, 1922, the daughter of Arthur and Margaret (Marquardt) Philo. Mary worked for Horner Woolen Mills and later retired from Heifetz Pickle Co. She was a member of Grace Baptist Church, loved to read, play bingo and spend time with her family.

Mary is survived by her sons, Dale (Patty) Kikendall of Potterville, Steve (Chris) Kikendall of Eaton Rapids; daughter, Vicki (Daryl) Lease of Eaton Rapids; 16 grandchil­dren; 44 great-grandchildren; several great-great-grandchil­dren; sisters, Maxine Wooden, Delberta Grimm, both of Lansing. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband , · Gerald Kikendall; daughter, Sandra Verhelle; granddaugh­ters, Teresa Verhelle, Mary Lou Verhelle; 4 sisters; 3 brothers .

Funeral services will be l l a.m. Wednesday November 27, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids with Pastor Mark Michalcewicz officiat­ing. Interment will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contribu­tions can be made to the fami­ly to help with funeral expens­es. Please visit our website to place online condolences or to sign the guest register, www.shellyodell.com.

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Marilyn Laurel Darling Eaton Rapids

Passed away November 26, 2013 at the age of 83. She was born in Lansing Decem -ber 16, 1929, the daughter ofHersel and Bea­trice (Richardson) Fairbotham. Marilyn was a 1948 graduate of Mason High School. She married Lyle G. Darling on April 23, 1949. Marilyn was a lifetime member of the

Order of the E~stern Star in Mason. She enjoyed camping, and square dancmg. . Marilyn is surl'.ived by her husband of 65 years, Lyle Dar­

lmg of Eaton Rapids; daughter, Linda L. (Bud) Haselhuhn of Leslie; son, War~en, L. Darling of Jackson; 10 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren· siblings Dale (Dorna) Fairbotham of Charlotte, Audrey Wo~dman of TX, Hazel Sutton of Eaton Rapids, Patricia (Ted) Hall of Mason. She was preceded in death by her parents· son Brad Darling; brother, Joe Fairbotham. ' '

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday November 30, 2013 at the ~belly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 s. Main St . Eaton Rapids. Interment ;ill follow at Greenwood Cemetery in Aurelius Twp. Visit tion will be Friday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Memorial co tributions can be made to Eaton Community Palliative Care, 2675 S. Cochran Rd. Charlotte, MI 48813. Please visit our website to place online condolences or to sign the guest register www.sbellyodell.com. '

George H Bellows Eaton Rapids

Passed from this life into glory on No­vember 27, 2013. George was born at home in rural Eaton County August 29, 1927 to Ar­thur A. and Mabel Irene (King) Bellows. He worked on the family farm until 1945 when he joined the U.S. Navy during WWII. George was a Boatswain's Mate third class

and was honorably discharged on August 1948. He earned a Journeyman's rating as a fixture repairman at General Mo­tors in Lansing and retired after 30 years of service. George

t" married Martha Ann Thompson, June 20, 1947. He enjoyed r hunting and took numerous trips to Wyomin~ with various ~ friends and family. The family spent many en1oyable summ-

ers at their cottage on Horsehead Lake. He and Martha took ::: many road trips throughout the United States stopping at all - the quilt shops along the way. ~ George is survived by his children, Allan A. (Barbara) Bel­'- lows of Eaton Rapids, Susan M. Bellows of Charlotte, Debor­~ ah L. (James) Charles of Parma; grandchildren, Chad A. ~ (Donna) Bellows, Laura Marie F. (Caleb) Phelps, Jessica C.

(Robert) Harbitz, Abigail J. Buchin, Jennie Charles; great grandchildren, Addison Owen and Stephanie. He was pre-

• ceded in death by his wife, Martha in 2009; grandson, Pat­rick A. Bellows in 2009; parents in 1980 and 1983; sister, Shirley A. Hughes in 2002.

Visitation will be Saturday November 30, 2013 from 2:30-4:30 p.m. with a funeral service at 4:30 pm at the Shelly­Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids with Pastor Randy Royston officiating. Interment will be at Rosehill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contribu­tions can be made to Eaton Community Palliative Care "Hospice" 2675 S. Cochran Rd. Charlotte, MI 48813. Please visit our website to place online condolences or to sign the guest register, www.shellyodeU.com.

LEONARD REID FULCHER

Leonard Reid Fulcher of Eaton Rapids, MI passed away on Wednesday, November 20 , 2013 at the age of 73. Leonard was born on June 11, 1940 to Edwin and Martha (Freshney) Fulcher in · Cass City, Michigan. He moved to Eaton Rapids his senior year of high school where he graduated. After high school he went to work for Allied Products, then joined the U.S. Army and proudly served his country during Vietnam. Leonard r~tumed from his service to work for General Motors where he stayed till his retire­ment in 1996. He was a long time member of the Eaton Rapids Wesleyan Church where he was very active, teaching Sunday . school and helping with yard work. Leonard was also a member of 4H, he loved to hunt, garden , woodwork, bake, do yard work, and make candy. He was a diehard MSU fan and a season ticket holder for the past 20 years. Leonard is pre­ceded in' death by his parents.

Surviving are his wife of 47 years, Donaldene; sister, Cleo (Robert) Kritzman; · brothers, Keith (Jean) Fulcher, Lee Fulcher (Judy); sister-in­law, Ann Seger; nephew, Daniel . (Bobbie); great nephews, Kaleb, Cameron; and numerous other nieces, and nephews .

Funeral services were held on Monday, November 25., 2013 11:00 a.m. at the Eaton Rapids Church of the Nazarene.

The family received ~ friends at Skinner Funeral ~ Home on Sunday from 2-4 ~""" p.m. & 6-8 p.m. For those ~ desiring memorial contribu-~ tions may be made to the \-> American Diabetes

::::: Association, the American tJ-- Heart Association, or the S· Eaton Rapids Church of the

-::::::-. Nazarene Building Fund. For 0J online condolences please visit

www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com.

BRENDA BRANDT Brenda Brandt of Eaton

Rapids, passed away December l, 2013 at the age of 66. She was born in Hamilton OH, August 16, 1947, th: daughter of Lance and Edna (Flynn) Clem. Brenda's life revolved around her grandchil­dren. She enjoyed attending as many sportiiig events as possi­ble. They were the bright spot in her life. ·

Brenda is survived by her children, Susan (Matt) Crandall of Eaton Rapids; Bill Stiffler of Farmington Hills, Allena Clem of Lansing; grandchildren, Dani Mattie and. Sam Crandall,' Logann Stiffler, Rachel. Ashlee Zamora; 8 siblings; several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Gary and Steve Clem.

-:;;- A celebration of life was at ...:::_ 4:00 p.m. Friday December 6 , rt- 2013, at the Shelly-Odell - Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. ~ Eaton Rapids visitation J was from 3-4:00 p .m. S Please visit our website .to ~ plac~ online condolences or \.L to sign the guest register,

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_ MARY (HAMMER) SHERMAN

Mary (H8mmer) Sherman of Eaton Rapids passed away surrounded by family Saturday December 7, 2013 at Holy Cross Hospital in Silver Springs, MD. Born Maria Theresa · in Ros~nheim, Germany in 1925, Mary arrived in the United States in 1948. A resident of Eaton Rapids for over 60 years she was employed by Homer Woolen Mills and Eaton Stamping until her retirement in 1990. Mary enjoyed travel, especially throughout Europe and back to her homeland of Germany. She was a~ avid lover of the theater, shopping and having coffee at McDonalds with her friends. Most of all, she loved spend­ing time with her family, and her many grandchildren and great- grandchildren. -

Mary was preceded in death by her daughter Jonnie Sue, her son-in-law John Kijak , and her husband Phil Sherman. She is survived by her daughters Peggy McManus and husband Jerry, both of Eaton Rapids, and· Carla Kijak of Silver Springs, MD, six grandchildren (Amy, Heather, Craig, Jenhifer, John, JD) , and nine great-grandchil-dren (Jessica, Emily, Cassandra, Caroline, Carmella, Braden , Andrew, Claire , and Connor). Mary held a special place in her heart for Bill and wife Gloria Sherman and family of Battle Creek and Nancy Siddall and family of Evanston, IL.

A memorial service will be held at Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids in the spring of 2014. Mary, Oma as she was commonly known, was a spe­cial lady who made an impres­sion on all she knew. She will be greatly missed by her fami­ly and friends. For those desir­ing , memorial contributions may be made to Eaton Community Palliative Care, or, the Eaton Rapids Senior Center. Online condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com

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WILLIAM HARVE "BILL" MARSHALL

William Harve "Bill" /

Marshall; · passed away December 3, 2013 at the age of 74. He was born January 3, 1939 in Detroit. After attend­ing aerkley High School he enlisted in the Army, serving as a radar repairman and then as an MP. Immediately follow­ing his military service he enrolled at Michigan State University where he met his future wife, Martha (Marty) McKim, whom he married in 1963. On September 14, 2013, Bill and Marty celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary at the English Inn in Eaton Rapids. While attending MSU, he served as a circulation man­ager at the State News. After graduating with a degree in psychology, he worked for several years as assistant director of the personnel department for the Michigan Department of Treasury. Upon retirement from the state, he embarked on a second career as a Realtor, combining this with his favorite career as a "Full-Time Dad." Bill loved being surrounded by his fami­ly, especially his grandchil­dren . You would often find him at his grandchildren 's plays , concerts and gymnas­tics, volleyball, basketball _and football games . He was also a huge MSU fan. He and Marty traveled to Pasadena to watch MSU compete in the 1966 Rose Bowl and were eagerly anticipating a repeat trip in 2014. Bill and his family enjoyed_ many vacations in their motor home with high­lights being the Canadian Rockies, Oregon and numer­ous sites in Michigan. Although he enjoyed garden­ing, he struggled .to cook any­thing other than com on the cob. An avid dog lover, he thoroughly spoiled his dogs with special treats and car rides.

Bill is survived by his wife of 50 years, Martha Marshall of Lansing; son, David (Sarah) Marshall of DeWitt; daughter, Kelly Reeve of Grand Rapids; grandchildren, Jessica (lmko), Nathanial, Joshua, Lauren, Anna Grace; 4 nieces; 3 nephews; sister, Meri Bradford of Eaton Rapids; 2 sisters-in­law; 3 brothers-in-law.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Freeland and Merelyn (Conarton) Marshall; his in-laws, Earl l!nd Eva (Ward) McKim.

Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday, December 7, 2013 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home,518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids with Pastor Daniel Hofmann officiating. Visitation was Friday from 7-9 p.m. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Heart Association, 2140 University Park Dr. Okemos, MI 48864. Please visit our website to place online condo­fences or to sign the guest reg­ister, www.shellyodell .com.

DALE DAVID JONES Dale David Jones of

Lansing, formerly of Eaton Rapids, passed away December 18, 2013 at the age of 76. He was born in Battle Creek, MI., June 22 , 1937, the son of Neil and Theo (Martin) Jones. Dale retired from GM after 28 years and was a mem­ber of UAW Local 602. He volunteered for the American Red Cross, Michigan Democratic Party, Lansing Area Aids Network, Sparrow Substance Rehabilitation Unit and several other organiza­tions. Dale loved traveling, saw much of the world and will be missed by many.

He is survived by his daughter, Terry Jones of Lansing; sons, Brian (Andrea) Jones of Laingsburg, Jed Jones of Central City, KY; grandchildren, Christopher, Joshua, Nicholas, Samantha Jones, Amber (Chris) Meyers; former wife, Sharon Jones of Grand Ledge; sister-in-law, P.atric!a Jones of Lansing, spe­~1al ruece, Mindy Jones; Jong­lime trusted friend, Dr. George Landon.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Neil Jones. '

A memorial service will be noon , Saturday January 4 , 2014 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St., Eaton Rapids , MI, with Pastor Kathryn DeMougin officiating.

Visitation will be Saturday from 10 a.m. till noon. In lieu of flowers , memorial contribu­tions can be made to the Michigan Democratic Party or Lansing Area Aids Network. Please visit our website to place online condolences or to sign the guest register, www .shell yodell .com.

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~ gJ SEAN LESLIE DRIKSNA \L Sean Leslie Driksna of

Eaton Rapids passed away Tuesday, December 24, 20L3 at age 38 after a courageous

· battle with cancer. Born December 15, 1975 to Kaspars and Patricia (Moore) Driksna in Lansing, Michigan. Sean was a graduate of Charlotte High School class of '94. He went on to Olivet College where he graduated with his Bachelor's Degree in Computer Programming. He worked for Michigan State University as a Computer Programming Analyst. He attended Ne~ Faith Church of the Nazarene in Charlotte . Sean was a huge_ Michigan State fan who enjoyed hunting, fishing and bowling. He was a member of American Bowling

. Congress and active in bowl­ing leagues at the Char Lane~ in Charlotte:

Preceding him in death were his half brothers, Michael and Christopher Hiilr.

Surviving are his wife, Dana Dvoracek-Driksna; daughter, Ella; -son, Brenden; brother, Matthew Dtiksna and his parents.

Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 28, 2013 at Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids Chapel. Family received friends on Friday from 2-4 pm & ~pm. at the funeral home. For online condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com

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VIOLA (WOLF) LEFEVRE·

Viola LeFevre of Eaton Rapids, passed ' . away, Saturday, December 14, 2013 at the age of 86. Viola was born ~ Paw Paw, Michigan the daugter of Fred and Minnie Wolf. She was l of 11 chil­dren.

Viola loved reading, her flowers and making afghans for her grandchildren. She was a wonderful cook and fed many family members at hol­iday dinners through the years .

Viola is survived by h« five daughters, Aneka (Bv Aumiller; Anita (Bob) Warner, Debbie Newland, Loretta Bellows, all of Eaton Rapids, · Teresa (Ralph) Locke Jr. of Albion . Eight grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren. Many neices and nephews.

She was proceeded in death by her parents, all her brothers and sisters, her husband Max LeFevre, two grandchildren, Patrick Bellows and Cheryl Rockafellow.

Cremation arrangements were provided by Skinner Funeral Home of Eaton Rapids . As was Viola's request, there will be no serv­ices. Those wishing may make a memorial contribution to the Golden Days, A.F.C. at 1493 N. Cochran St, Charlotte; MI, 48813, in honor of the hour­Iess, wonderful, compassion­ate and loving _care they pro­vided to our mother before and after her stroke.

CHRISTINE ELIZABETH (LENTZ) KEITH

Christine Elizabeth (Lentz) Keith of Lansing, formerly of Eaton Rapids, passed away along with her son, Isaac Ward Miller, December 4, 2013. She was 37. Christine was born in Eaton Raplds, November 5, 1976 to Patricia and Riley Lentz. She was a 1993 gradu­ate of Eaton Rapids High Schqol and a 1997 graduate of the University of Michigan. Christine was a Zumba instructor in Eaton Rapids , Lansing and East Lansing. She · had a popular ... blog about Urban Homesteading and home schooled her children.

Christine is survived by her 3 young children, Skyler, Alexandra and Oakley Keith; parents, Patricia · and Riley Lentz; brother, James Lentz, aunts, Rebecca (Warren). Noble, Martha Jane (Jonathan) Noll, Uncle, Rodney (Nancy) Lentz, cousins, Erin (Chip) Muller, Peter (Angie) Noble, Sheri (Dave) Redfern, Jeff (Ashleigh) Lentz.

She was preceded in death by her son, Isaac Miller.

Memorial services will be 1 held 3:00 p.m., December 17,

at Urutarian Universalist Church of Gr.eater Lansing, 855 Grove St. East Lansing 48823 with Rev. Kathryn Bert officiating.

Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Memorial contributions can be made to the Chris Keith Memorial Fund, attention to the Unitarian Universalist Church or online at www.uulansing.org and follow-2: the link. Arrangements were .t entrusted to the Shelly-Odell!\ Funeral Home in Eaton 4,:

Rapids. Please visit our web- j site to place online condo-. lences or to sign the guest reg-~ ister, www.shellyodell.com. l.l.

Beatrice Maxine Blake Eaton Rapids

Passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2013 at the age of 97. She was born on April 14, 1916 to Curtis and Hazel (Rogers) Olcott in Lansing, MI. Beatrice was a former mem­ber of the St. Johns Episcopal Church in Charlotte, a life member of the Eaton Rapids Auxiliary Club, and the VFW Post #2406. She is preceded in death by her parents, and husband, Dexter Blake. Surviving is her son, David Blake of Eaton Rapids. A graveside service will be held for Beatrice on Thurs­

day, December 26, 2013 11:00 a.m. at Rosehlll Cemetery in Eaton Rapids. To leave online condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com

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DALE DAVID JONES Dale David Jones of

Lansing , formerly of Eaton Rapids, passed away December 18, 2013 at the age of 76. He was born in Battle Creek, MI., June 22, 1937 , the son of Neil. and Theo (Martin) Jones. Pale retired from GM after 28 years and was a member of UAW Local 602. He volunteered for the American Red Cross, Michigan Democratic Party, Lansing Area Aids Network, Sparrow Substance Rehabilitation Unit fllld several other organization .. Dale loved traveling, saw much of the world and will be missed by many.

He is survived by his daughter, Terry Jones of Lansing; sons, Brian (Andrea) Jones of Laingsburg, Ted Jones of Central City, KY; grandchil­dren, Christopher, Joshua, Nicholas, Samantha Jones, Amber (Chris) Meyers; former wife, Sharon Jones of Grand Ledge; sister-in-law, Patricia Jones of Lansing, special niece, Mindy Jones; long-time trusted friend, Dr. George Landon.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Neil Jones .

A memorial service will be noon, Saturday, January 4, 2014 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St., Eaton Rapids, MI, with Pastor Kathryl1 DeMougin offi­ciating.

Visitation will be Saturday from 10 a.m. till noon. In lieu of flowers, memorial contribu­tions can be made to the Michigan Democrati!-'. Party or Lansing Area Aids ·Network. Please visit our website to place online condolences or to sign the guest register,

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HERB WILSON Herb Lavern Wilson of

Charlotte passed away unex­pectedly on Wednesday, December 18, 2013 at the age of78. He was born on April 23, 1935 . to Herbert Wilson and Bernice Jackson in Eaton Rapids. Herb attended Eaton Rapids High School and gradu­ated class of 1953. After high school he· served in the National Guard and went on to work as a carpenter, building several homes including his own . Herb loved to play music, and toured much of the country playing with his wife since the 1970s. He currently worked for Sensations Memory Care in Charlotte, was a member of the Free Methodist Church, and the Michigan Gospel Music Association .

Herb is preceded in death by his parents, and son, Brian Wilson.

Surviving are his wife, Genevra (Hayward) Wilson; sons, Paul (Karen) Wilson, David (Pamela) Wilson; grand­children, Jason (Jennife.r) Wilson, Sara (Bill) Vinson, Shane (Becky) Wilson, Bridget (Josh) Silvy; IO great-grand­children; and numerous nieces, and nephews.

Services were held on Monday, December 23 at l p.m. at the Charlotte Free Methodist Church. The family will receive friends at the church at JO a.m. For those desiring, memorial contribu­tions may be made to The Gideons International in mem­ory of Herb. For online condo­lences please_ v1s1t www.SkinnerFuneralH me.com.

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ZELMA MAY NORMENT Zelma May Norment of

Leslie, formerly of South Carolina, passed away December 20, 2013 at the age of 76. She was born at home in Parma, MI., November 28, 1937 the daughter of Wardie and Mallie (Bailey) Miller. Zelma was the owner of Norments Cafe in Eaton Rapids and worked many more jobs over the years. She enjoyed shopping and dancing.

Zelma is survived by her daughters, Linda Bennett of Leslie, Bonnie (Steve) Anderson of Lowell , Pamela Norment of FL; 11 grandchil­dren; 17 great-grandchildren; brother's, Larry (Kathy) Miller of Albion, Vernie (Laura) Miller of Eaton Rapids, Kenneth Miller of DeWitt, Stanley (Lonnie) Miller of KY; sister,Alma Jean (Tommy) Key of SC.

She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Karen Nobach; sister, Elsie Johnson.

Funeral services were at 1 I a.m. Monday, December 23, 20 I 3, at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids with Pastor Justin Wittlin officiating. Interment will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation was Sunday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Memorial contribu­tions can be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Pl. Memphis,. TN., 38105.in memory of Zelma. Please visit our website to place online condolences or to sign the guest register, www.shellyodell.com.

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Mary Anna Fry Eaton Rapids

Mary Anna Fry of Eaton Rapids, passed away December 27, 2013 at the age of 89. She was born in Xenia, OH, July 30, 1924 the daughter of Joseph and Lulu Mccampbell. Mary was a school teacher in Ohio and a third grade teacher a~ Eaton ~a­pids. She was a member of the First Baptist

~rch, loved to read and do needlework. Her passion was ching. She enjoyed schooling children all ye.ar round. Mary is survived by her sons, John (Bobbie) Sagraves of

,, Max (LouAnn) Sagraves of Onondaga; 5 gr~ndchildr~n, ~eresa (Darin) Dodge, Micah Sagr.aves, Jenm~er (David) rudgeon, Sheri (Bob) Conn, John Michael (~on) Sagraves;

'3 great grandchildren; 4 great-great grandchildren. She was 4receded in death by her parents; husbands, Alva Sagraves ~nd Charles Fry; brother, . John McCampbell; twin sister, Ruth Mccampbell.

Funeral services will be 2 pm Thursday January 2, 2014 at the First Baptist Church, 9220 .~ev~e ~d. Eaton Rapids, with Pastor Scott Boles offic1atmg. V1S1tatlon will be Wednesday January l, 2014 from 6-8 pm at .the

helly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. and Thursd~y 1me hour prior to the service at the ch1;1rch. I~terment will ye 1 pm Friday at Woodland Cemeterr m Xerna, O?. Mem­)rial contributions can be made to Disabled American Ve­erans, 3725 Alexandria Pike Cold Springs, KY 41076 .. Please risit our website to place online condolences or to sign, the lllest register, www.shellyodell.com. I Of 1.;J./d "l/ 13

RALPH V. MURRAY Ralph Vernon Murray, 76,

of Eaton Rapids is now bailing hay for God. He passed away at home on December 17, 2013 · with his family by his side. He was born May 19, 1937 in Lansing, Ml, son of Claude and Dorothy (Robbins) Murray Sr. He retired after 37 years of service with General Motors and was a lifelong area farmer. He enjoyed attending auctions; the elevator, helping others, and loved his John Deere

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Harry E. Brown Eaton Rapids

Passed away Sunday, December 22, 2013 at age 77. Born January 28, 1936 to Harry S. and Murial (Evans) Brown in Lansing, Mich­igan. Harry was a graduate of Eaton Rapids High School. He honorably served in the

: Air Force during the Korean War. Harry re-tired from Oldsmobile where he worked in

the final repair department. He was a member of Calvary Lutheran Church in Eaton Rapids, the American Legion Post 42 in Charlotte, UAW local #652 and the American Motor­cycles Association. Harry enjoyed working on cars, riding his motorcycle and hunting. He was a huge Michigan fan and loved football. Preceding him in death were his wife, Bonnie Brown, brother, Ken Devers, grandson, Paul Frazier and his beloved do~, Duke.

Surviving are his daughters, Janette Brown, Barbara (Jo­seph) Frazier; sons, Matt Brown, Larry Brown, Harry Brown; sister, Margaret (Kyle) Bradford; S!Ster-in-law, Elea­nor Devers; 4 step-children; 19 grandchildren; as well as nu­merous great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Mon­day, December 30, 2013 at Calvary Lutheran Church in Eaton Rapids. Family will receive friends at Skinner Fu­neral Home, Eaton Rapids Chapel from 6-8 pm on Sunday. For those desiring, memorial contributions mar be made to Fairview Adult Foster Care, 11656 N. Harte Rd. Grand Ledge, MI 48837. For online condolences please visit www.SldnnerFuneralHome.com

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He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Kathleen and their children: Patricia (John) Campbell of Leslie, Vernon. of Fenton, Steve (Donna) of Eaton Rapids, Bill of Holt, Scott (Amy) of Dimondale, Michael (Kimberly) of Eaton Rapids; 9 grandchildren: Heather Berry, Brandon Berry, Vernon Murray Jr., Craig Murray, Valery .Halsey, Sarah Hamilton, Megan Murray, Alyssa Edelen, and Amanda Murray; 6 great- grandchil­dren; 3 brothers: Raymond (Janet), Thomas (Phyllis), Claude Jr.; 2 brothers-in-law Ralph Lyon and Howard (Marolyn) Lyon; 6 sisters-in­law: Norma Jean Myers, Esther McKeever, Nancy (Howard) Caffee, Gwen Lange, Priscilla Winter, and Betty (Dave) Curtis; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and many

friends. A Funeral Service was held

Monday, December 23, 20 I3 -

11 :00 a.m. at Emmanuel First Lutheran Church, 1001 N. Capitol Ave., Lansing, Ml, with Pastor .Paul Lindloff officiat­ing. Interment _followed at Dimondale Cemetery, Windsor Twp., Eaton County.

Visitations were held Saturday from 5-8 p.m. and Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Peters & Murray Funeral Home, 301 E. Jefferson St., Grand Ledge, MI. For those desiring, memorial donations may be made to the McLaren

· Hospice or the American Diabetes Assoc. Online condo­lences may be shared at www.petersandmurrayfuneral-

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RALPH F. NATUSCH Ralph F. Natusch was

born March 29, 1923 and peacefully passed away on December 20, 2013. Ralph lived in Eaton Rapids 53 years before moving to Quincy, _MI to take a new job. He always continued to call Eaton Rapids home. He graduated from Eaton ·Rapids High School in 1940. On October 9, 1943 he married his childhood friend and high school sweetheart, Carolyn (Connie) Baldwin.

Ralph was extremely proud of being able to celebrate their 70th Wedding Anniversary this past year. He serv~d in the United States Navy from February 1943 to December,

1945. Ralph is also survived by his

wife, Carolyn (Connie), chil­dren, Joelyn (Lee Yonker) Aitken, David (Sandra) Natusch, and Jerilee (K.C.) Al lan. He leaves behind seven grandchildren, Jamie (Sarah) · Aitken, Hillary (Brian) Eley, Carrie Rathbum, Sarah (Jamie) Oberlin; Amber (David) Stiles, Bridget (Jeff) Boucher; Elizabeth Allan; and five great­grandchildren .

Ralph was very active in his children's lives coaching sever-al Little League Baseball teams, always in attendance for school sporting events, school plays, piano & dance recitals, church choir and . pagents. He was even a Campfire Girls troop leader. He en joyed. gar­dening and in later years con­centrated on raising Iris of every variety and color. Many of his Iris survive today in gar­dens in Branch, Eaton, Calhoun, and Jackson counties. One of his favorite pastimes was fishing-any time of the year and the family enjoyed many a good meal of fresh caught Perch or Blue Gills. ~e was preceded in death by his parents Frederic S . Natusch and Carrie B. Natusch

Sherman. In accordance with Ralph's

wishes cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be Monday, December, 30

2013 at 1:00 p.m. from the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. Family will

__ ___ ...., receive friends at the funeral

home from 11:00 a.m. until service time. For those desiring memorial contributions may be made · to the Alzheimer's Association Michigan Great Lakes Chapter 107 Aprill Drive, Suite 1 Ann Arbor, MI

48103-1903 in memory of

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