1995 Charlotte Shopping Guide obituaries, Eaton County, Michigan Copyright © 2000 by Charlotte Public Library. This copy contributed for use in the MIGenWeb Archives. ************************************************ Copyright. All rights reserved. http://usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://usgwarchives.net/mi/mifiles.htm ************************************************ Robert J. Abbott Robert J. Abbott, 58, of Eaton Rapids died Aug. 18, 1995, in Lansing. Mr. Abbott was born Feb. 10, 1927, in Mason, the son of Leo and Addie (Barton) Abbott. He was employed as a truck- driver for Darius-Abbott Lime Co. and later was employed with the Eaton Rapids Public Schools. He farmed in the Eaton County area for over 30 years. He is survived by three daughters, Connie (David) Berkimer of Nashville, Penny (Steve) Oberlin of Eaton Rapids, Kathy (Arthur) Wallace of Lansing; nine sons, Elias (Anita) Mire of Eaton Rapids, Henry Mire of Lansing, Joe Mire of Hastings, Jerry (Jackie) Mire of Potterville, Max Mire (fiancée Sheila Franklin) of Leslie, Harlow Mire of Eaton Rapids, John Abbott of Eaton Rapids, Robert Leo Abbott of Lansing and Roger Abbott of Lansing; two sisters, Janet (Bill) Moore of Onondaga and Irma (Butch) DeWaters of Charlotte; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Anna, in 1989, and a brother, Arthur Abbott. Funeral services were held on Aug. 21 at the Shelley- Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with Curtis McClane, minister of the Holmes Road Church of Christ, officiating. Interment was at Greenwood Cemetery, Aurelius. Casket bearers were Kenneth Moore, Steven Moore, Butchie DeWaters, Rex Abbott, Elijah Abbott and Jim Towers. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. _______________ Ralph John Abernathy Ralph John Abernathy, 77, of Potterville, formerly of Lansing died Oct. 4, 1995, at Tender Care West, Lansing. Mr. Abernathy was foreman for the W.R. Grace Fertilizer Company before his retirement. He was a former member of the Charlotte Free Methodist Church and a member of the Pinspotters Bowling League for many years. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Gloria; children, Nina (Gary) Lee, Sam (Floyce), and Rich (Mary) all of Charlotte, Phil (Mary) of Illinois, Debi (Walt) Ribby of Eaton Rapids, Lori Keyes (Kevin Frisbie) of Holt, and Lisa (Chris) Wood of Lansing; 21 grandchildren; 19 great- grandchildren; twin sister, Ruth Beebe of Lansing; sisters, Freda Owen of Marion Ill., Thelma (Bob) Wainwright of Omaha Neb., and Anita Blanche Spingarn of New York, N.Y.; and one brother, Norman Abernathy of Las Vegas, Nev. Services are Saturday, Oct. 7, at 2 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Paul Bailey officiating. Interment will be in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Harry W. Ackley Harry W. Ackley, 67, of Charlotte died April 18, 1995, at his residence. Mr. Ackley was born in Charlotte, the son of William and Lillie (Willis) Ackley. He was a supervisor and die sinker for Atlas Drop Forge of the Dana Corporation in Lansing, retiring in 1979. He was a member of the Senior Citizens and Family Golf Leagues in Olivet. He is survived by two daughters, Karen (Jack) Faught of Charlotte, and Pamela Pearson of Lansing; one son, Bill of Charlotte; grandchildren, Jennifer, Jack II, and Jessica Faught all of Charlotte, and Christopher and Bethany Ackley of Lansing; and one niece, Delores (Gene) Patterson of Lansing. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jessie, in 1989. Services were April 21 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Tom Haynie officiating. Interment was in the Kalamo Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Foundation. _______________ Irmajean S. Ackley Irmajean Scott Ackley, 69, of Potterville, died Oct. 23, 1995, at her residence. Mrs. Ackley was born April 4, 1926, in Lansing, the daughter of Milo and Sarah (Holmes) Whipple. She is survived by two sons, Jerry of Charlotte, and Terry of Potterville; two stepsons, Carson of Eaton Rapids, and Melvin of Kent, Wash.; two stepdaughters, Dorothy Spring of Concord, and Joyce (Don) Miller of Olivet; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great- grandchildren; and one sister, Joyce (Jack) O'Brien of Potterville. She was preceded in death by her husband, R.C. Ackley in 1986; one son, Gary, in 1984; two grandchildren; and one brother. Services were Oct. 27 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Paul Bailey officiating. _______________ Melvin Ackley Melvin "Mike" Ackley of Kent, Wash., formerly of Potterville died Oct. 26, 1995, after a long illness. Mr. Ackley was born Jan. 19, 1938, in Eaton Rapids, the son of R.C. and Helen Ackley. He served in the U.S. Air Force, was an air traffic controller, and worked for U.S. Customs when he retired. He also worked for Federal Way School Athletic Department until he became ill. He is survived by his wife, Marge; children, Ron (Michelle), and Kelly (George); three grandchildren; three brothers, Carson (Phyllis), Terry (Diana), and Jerry (Jan); two sisters, Dorothy Spring, and Joyce (Donald) Miller. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his stepmother, Irmajean Ackley. Services were Oct. 28 in Kent, Wash. _______________ Thomas R. Ames Thomas R. Ames, 80, of Charlotte died Oct. 30, 1995 after a long illness. Mr. Ames was born in Curtice, Ohio, the son of Rubin and Elizabeth (Shaneck) Ames and has been a Charlotte area resident since 1948. He was a retired farmer and had owned and operated the Tom Ames Sand and Gravel Company. He is survived by two sons, Mel (Charlene) Ames, and the Rev. David (Jackie) Ames both of Charlotte; four daughters, Linda (Garry) Montague of Eaton Rapids, Carolyn (James) Sova of Lansing, Phyllis (Donald) Rulison, and Nancy (Kirk) Quick both of Charlotte; one stepson, Robert (Ethel) Coulson of East Leroy; one stepdaughter, Marge (Lyle) McDiarmid of Charlotte; special friend, Helen Higginbotham of Charlotte; 20 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and several step granchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Helen in September 1957, and his second wife, Etta, in October 1983. Services were Nov. 2 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Char Minger and the Rev. Geri Litchfield officiating. Interment was in the Perry Cemetery, Brookfield Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the Brookfield United Methodist Church. _______________ Margaret O. Appleton Margaret O. Appleton, 71, of Battle Creek died Dec. 17, 1995, at her home. Mrs. Appleton was born Nov. 22, 1924, in Nashville, Tenn., the daughter of John and Sarah (Harrell) Bush. She was a homemaker, and a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. She married Alex Appleton June 17, 1939. She is survived by two daughters, Shirley U'Ren of Eaton Rapids, and Connie Dishman of Battle Creek; her mother, Sarah Milliron of Eaton Rapids; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alex; two sons, Charles and Alex Jr.; and one grandchild, Lisa Dishman. Services were Dec. 20 at the Richard A. Henry Funeral Home, Battle Creek, with the Rev. James O'Leary officiating. Interment was in the Rose Hill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the Visiting Nurse Services or St. Joseph Catholic Church. _______________ Elmer P. Arnold Elmer Percival "Red" Arnold, 72, of Bellevue died Sept. 8, 1995, at his residence. Mr. Arnold was born Nov. 18, 1992, in Needmore, the son of Elmer and Jane (Jackson) Arnold. He was a truck driver and farmer before retiring, working for C&J Commericial Driveaway and Square Deal Transport Co. He was a member of Kalamo Masonic Lodge #327 and Teamsters Local #508. He is survived by his wife, Winonah; three daughters, Joyce (Robert) Lynd of Lakeland, Fla., Paula (Stuart) Dillin of Olivet, and Karen (Eugene) Fata of Holt; two sons, Thomas (Nancy) of Benton, Ark., and Bryce of Battle Creek; two stepdaughters, Barbara (Chuck) Bingham of Olivet and Bonnie King of Chicago; 16 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and two step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife of 39 years, Elaine (Prescott) in 1983. Services were Sept. 11 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Darwin Kuhl officiating. Interment was in the Riverside Cemetery, Bellevue. _______________ Margaret L. Augustine Margaret L. Augustine, 83, of Bellevue died Jan. 1, 1995. Mrs. Augustine was born March 10, 1911, in Carmel Township, the daughter of Claude and Florence (Griffith) Burkett. She married Harry Augustine May 23, 1931. She was a graduate of Charlotte High School and the Eaton County Normal School and earned a teaching degree from Michigan State University. She taught at the Cogsil Section, Follett, Assyria, and Bellevue schools. She moved to Byron School for six years, returning in 1956 to the Bellevue schools where she taught seventh and eighth grade English until retiring in 1975 after over 31 years of teaching. She was a member of the Bellevue United Methodist Church, Bellevue Retire Teachers, Michigan Education Association, and Eaton County Retired School Personnel. She was also a member of Bellevue-Olivet Chapter #196 Order of Eastern Starr and a former member and Past Matron of Kalamo Chapter #399 OES. She is survived by her husband, Harry; two sons, James of Bellevue and Jerald of Marshall; one daughter, Marilyn Thornton of Bellevue; 12 grandchildren; 24 great- grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild; three brothers, Holland Burkett of Vermontville, Robert Burkett of Bellevue, and Gaylord Burkett of Eaton Rapids; and one sister, Katherine Stamm of Hastings. Services were Jan. 4 at the Bellevue United Methodist Church with the Rev. William Sanders officiating. Interment was in the Riverside Cemetery, Bellevue. Arrangements were made by the Shaw Funeral Home-Lehman Chapel, Bellevue. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bellevue Memorial Scholarship Foundation or Bellevue UMC. _______________ David D. Ayers Sr. David Darnell Ayers Sr., 46, of Charlotte died Sept. 6, 1995, at his residence. Mr. Ayers was born in Lansing, the son of Robert and Effie (Fry) Ayers. He worked for the Grand Trunk Railroad for 19 years and for the Lansing Board of Water and Light, and most recently for Snyder Farm Supply. He earned a Bronze Star while serving in the Army during the Vietnam War. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Lorinda (Williams); one daughter, Merideth; one son, David Jr.; mother, Effie; one sister, Nancy Ayers of Potterville; three brothers, Robert of Maple Rapids, Merle of Utah, and Terry of Holt; and many nieces and nephews. Services were Sept. 8 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Don Green officiating. _______________ Patricia L. Backus Patricia Louise Backus, 65, of Charlotte died Feb. 7, 1995 at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing. Mrs. Backus was the daughter of Paul and Valeria (Mullen) George. She retired from the Secretary of State of Michigan Department in 1989 after 17 years of service. She graduated from Potterville High School in 1947, was a Blue Bird and Campfire leader, and a member of the VFW Post #6034. She is survived by her husband, Caryl; one daughter, Anita (Thomas) Pepper of Jackson; one son, Daniel (Laurie) Backus of Charlotte; five sisters, Margaret Caldwell of Albany, Ga., Dolores Trader of Howard City, Donna Davis of Grand Ledge, Frances Pasch of Lansing, and Mary Ann Strahle of Lansing. Services are today, Feb. 11, at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. John Baker officiating. Interment is in the Benton Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Potterville Methodist Church. _______________ Atha Baker Atha (Grimes) Baker, 97, of Charlotte died May 11, 1995, at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility, Charlotte. Mrs. Baker was born in Carmel Township, Eaton County, the daughter of Nellie (Chapman) and Fred Schneckenberger. She had been a former resident of Vestaburg and Grand Ledge and had been active in local senior citizens groups for many years. She is survived by her daughter, Helen (Kay) Bly of Charlotte; one son, Richard (Delores) Grimes of Whitmore Lake; one brother, Robert Schneckenberger of Alma; two grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and two great- great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband John Grimes, and husband Wilber Baker, baby daughter, Mary Louise, one sister, Iva Murdick, and one brother, Ray Schneckenberger. Services were May 15 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Mildred A. Barnhill Mildred Arlene Barnhill, 81, of Charlotte died Sept. 16, 1995. Mrs. Barnhill was born in Charlotte, the daughter of Hal and Carrie (Locke) Haun. She was employed at the former Wilcox-Gay and was a nurses' aide at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility, Charlotte, before her retirement. She is survived by two daughters, Charlene (Paul Hossler) Bignall of Ann Arbor and Kay (Charles) Bolles of Wrightsville Beach, N.C.; two granddaughters, Kerry Bolles and Anne (Joseph) Bolles-Galeone, both of Los Angeles, Calif.; one sister, Margaret Dodd of Charlotte; and one step-granddaughter, Julie Hossler of Ann Arbor. Graveside services are today, Tuesday, Sept. 19, at 2:30 p.m. at the Benton Township Cemetery, Potterville, with the Rev. Rebecca Ebb-Speese officiating. Interment is in the Benton Township Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to Hayes Green Beach Hospital or the charity of one's choice. _______________ Ronald S. Bartlett Ronald Shane Bartlett, 33, of Lorida, Fla., formerly of Charlotte, died Nov. 17, 1995, at Bay Front Medical Center, St. Petersburg, Fla. Mr. Bartlett was born in Charlotte, the son of Everett Bartlett and Dolores (Clever) Wertz. He was a laborer in the construction business. He is survived by his father, Everett Bartlett of Lorida; his mother, Dolores (Darry) Wertz of Charlotte; one brother, Richard of Sarasota; and his grandmother, Ethel Bartlett of Charlotte. Services were Nov. 24, at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Charles Jenson officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Clayton W. Bassett Clayton Walter Bassett, 84, of Eaton Rapids, died March 11, 1995, at Ingham Medical Center, Lansing. Mr. Bassett was born in Muskegon. He served with the United States Marine Corps from 1928 to 1935 with the Expeditionary Forces in China. He was a chuck repairman for Motor Wheel Contrifuse for 34 years before retiring in 1970. He was affiliated with the VFW Morley Oats Post #701 for 50 years and the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #1039. He traveled throughout the United States, Alaska, and Canada, and spent time in Haiti. He is survived by three sons, Thomas (Charlene) of Eaton Rapids, David (Georgia) of Coral Springs, Fla., and Bruce of Charlotte; one daughter, Diane (Frank) Farmer of Oakland Park, Fla.; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and one sister, Doris Petersen of Muskegon. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gertrude in 1977, and one brother, Elmer. At his request, no services are planned at this time. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. _______________ Edna M. Bates Edna M. (Lamb) Bates, 90, of Eaton Rapids died Jan. 12, 1995, in Lansing Mrs. Bates was born June 23, 1904, in Bedford, Ind., the daughter of William and Cora (Haverly) Hilton. She is survived by one daughter, Joyce (Eugene) King of Leslie; two sons, Richard (Jeanette) Lamb of Leslie, and Robert (Mary Lou) Lamb of Cheriton, Va.; 11 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; one sister, Mabel Whitaker of Ind.; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Lamb in 1963, her second husband, Clayton Bates in 1990, and her son, William F. Williams. Services were Jan. 14 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Interment was in Woodlawn Cemetery, Leslie. Casket bearers were Richard Lamb, Robert Lamb, Elbert King, William King, Richard King, and Mark King. _______________ Roy H. Bates Roy "Jerry" H. Bates, 57, of Potterville died Oct. 27, 1995, at Ingham Medical Hospital, Lansing. Mr. Bates was born in Lansing, the son of Irwin and Laura (Wallace) Bates. He worked at Coolidge Glass in Lansing for eight years and Centrifuge (Motor Wheel) for 29 1/2 years. He was team manager for the Story Olds slow pitch softball team, a member of the Army Researve from 1957-64, and attended the West Windsor United Brethren Church. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Dorothy; one son, Larry (Cory) of Potterville; one daughter, Robin (Ken) Hill of Charlotte; five grandchildren, Tim, Sarah, Christina, and Victoria Bates, and Nicole Dollarhite; one great-grandson, Trenton Bates; two sisters, Beverly Tojkl of Lansing and Betty (Robert) Miller of Grand Ledge; five brothers, Irwin (Joan) of Waldorf, Md., Duane of Potterville, Ward and Joseph (Pat), both of Lansing, and Robert (Lynn) of Eaton Rapids; and his mother- and father-in-law, Delbert and Naomi Roper. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Amasa (Tony) in 1984. Services were Oct. 30 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Pastor Gar Hull officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the West Windsor United Brethren Church Building Fund. _______________ Maurine M. Bauer Maurine M. Bauer, 88, of Charlotte, died Feb. 26, 1995, at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility, Charlotte. Miss Bauer was born in Charlotte, the daughter of Lorence and Mary (Baurs) Bauer and had been a lifelong Charlotte resident. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Charlotte. She is survived by several cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Ellen Bauer. Visitation is Wednesday, March 1, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. Mass of the Christian Burial is Thursday, March 2, at 11 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church, with Fr. Thomas Nenneau officiating. Interment is in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Richard C. Beattie Richard C. Beattie, 60, of Marshall died Aug. 21, 1995, at the Veterans Administration Medical Center, in Ft. Wayne, Ind. Mr. Beattie was born Aug. 20, 1935, in Marshall, the son of Lester and Doris (Palmer) Beattie. He lived in Marshall all of his life and graduated from Marshall High School in 1955. He served in the U.S. Army from 1957 to 1963. He worked at Eaton's Engineering Castings plant and then bought a dairy store. In 1966 he converted the building in to "Speedy Chick", which he owned and operated until selling the business in 1991. Since then, he has worked part time at Alwyn Downs Golf Course, and most recently at Wolverine Auto Parts. He was a member of the American Bowling Congress, who honored him as a 25 year Bowling Team Sponsor. In 1957 he married the former Joan Panczyk in Battle Creek. She preceded him in death in 1960. He then married the former Opal Watkins in 1963, that marriage ended in divorce. He is survived by his companion of 20 years, Anita Clifford; three daughters, Amber (Billy) Blair of Litchfield, Lisa Beattie of Marshall, and Cheryl (David) Schurr of Richland, stepchildren, Annette (Dale) Vaughn of Coldwater, and Richard clifford, stationed with the U.S. Air Force at Goldsboro, N.C.; seven grandchildren, Amanda and Boston Blair, Carsen Howell, Chadd and Danielle Schurr, and Megan and Dillon Vaughn; his parents, Lester and Doris Beattie of Marshall; and two sisters, Sue (Joe) Brondin of Albion, and Marge (Albert) Cole of Ceresco. He was preceded in death by his daughter at birth, Sherry Ann Beattie. Services were Aug. 25 at the Kempf Funeral Home, with the Rev. William Johnson of the United Methodist Church officiating. Interment was in the Oakridge Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Junior Bowling Program at Marshall Lanes, or the American Cancer Society. _______________ Roger A. Bell Roger A. Bell, 84, of Grand Ledge died June 6, 1995, in a Lansing hospital. Mr. Bell was born Feb. 21, 1911, the son of Charles and Edna (Green) Bell. He was a retired farmer; an Army World War II veteran; member of the 39er's Bowling League; served as Roxand Township clerk for 16 years; past chairman of the Eaton County Township's Association; and past president of Eaton County Farm Bureau. Survivors include his wife, Helen; three step-daughters, Betty Miller of Lansing, Nancy Sholty of Eagle, and Sally Childs of Lansing; nine grandchildren; 17 great- grandchildren; one sister, Neva Sackett of Grand Ledge; one brother, Lawrence Bell of Lansing; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Lyle Bell. Services were held June 8 at the Barker-Leik Funeral Home, Mulliken, with Rev. Bob Besemer officiating. Interment followed at Meadowbrook Cemetery. _______________ Zoe E. Bell Zoe E. Bell, 91, of Mulliken died Dec. 19, 1995, in Sunfield Township. Mrs. Bell was born June 10, 1904, in Isabella County, the daughter of Orrie and Bertha (Groh) Coats. She was a member of the Mulliken United Methodist Church, the United Methodist Women, Mulliken Senior Citizens, Hoytville Ladies Benevolent Society, Mulliken Rebekan, and Past Noble Grand Club, and a past Senior Citizens Driver for R.S.V.P. She is survived by three children, Wilma Ingalls of DeWitt, Darrell (Doris) Bell of Sunfield, and Wanda (Larry) Green of Portland; five granddaughters, Debbie (Steve) DeBano, Lisa (David) Jensen, Dyan (Cyle) cornish, Michelle (Randy) Foote and Dawn Bell; four great-grandchildren, Crysten Cornish, Lauren DeBano, Daniel Jensen, and Baby Foote; and two sisters, Donna (Lloyd) Selle of Jackson, and Bernice (James) Edwards of Boyne City. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lyle, and two sisters, Laraine Schneider and Jessie Winter. Services were Dec. 23, at Barker-Leik Funeral Home, Mulliken, with the Pastor Bob Besemer officiating. Interment was in the Meadowbrook Cemetery. _______________ Helen M. Bennett Helen May Bennett, 63, of Onondaga died April 23, 1995, at the home of her daughter following a short illness. Mrs. Bennett was born Feb. 14, 1932, in Nashville, the daughter of Wesley and Esther (Kellogg) DeBolt. She was a graduate of Charlotte High School. She had been a secretary for the Humane Society, Battle Creek, and later moved to Eaton Rapids where she worked at the woolen mills where she met her husband, Kenneth. She owned and operated Rosehaven Adult Foster Care Home, Onondaga, and was a member of the Child's Bible Church, Onondaga. She is survived by one daughter, Debbie (Brian) Gallaway of Leslie; one son, Kenneth of Onondaga; four grandchildren, Christina, Inetta, Cliffton, and Robert; two sisters, Laura DeBolt of Onondaga and Eleanor (Butch) Kinnie of Dover, Tenn.; two brothers, Wesley of Onondaga and Louis (Judy) DeBolt of Vermontville; one sister-in-law, Judy Bennett of Eaton Rapids; one niece, Ginger Kinnie; and two nephews, Randy Bennett and Gary Kinnie. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gene in 1993. Visitation is Tuesday, April 25, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Services are Wednesday, April 26, at 1 p.m. at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Ed Linsley officiating. Interment is in the Tompkins Cemetery, Jackson County. _______________ Lorna E. Bernet Lorna Elaine (Robinson, Johnston) Bernet, 76, of Virginia Beach, Va., formerly of Grand Ledge, died Oct. 29, 1995, in Oneida Township. Mrs. Bernet was born Nov. 23, 1918, in Grand Ledge, the daughter of Wayne and Lorna (Doty) Robinson. She was a graduate of the Sparrow Hospital School of Nursing. She married Joseph Johnston in 1939 and they lived in Grand Ledge, Grand Rapids, Richmond, Va., and Radnor, Penn. After his death, she married Howard Bernet and following his death, moved to Virginia Beach, Va. She is survived by three daughters, Jean Pixley of Grand Ledge, June (Chesley) Tredway of Rock Hill, S.C., and Suzanne (John) Sellner of Kingwood, Texas; five grandchildren, Lanny Pixley of Lansing, Carol Tredway of Upper Basildon, England, Lee Pixley of Grand Ledge, Anne (John) DeGiorgi of Roswell, Ga., and Rhonda Olson of Kingwood, Texas; three great-grandchildren, Ashley Pixley of Potterville and Joshua and Katherine DeGiorgi of Roswell; two brothers, Dr. Stanley (Lucy) Robinson and Wayne (Connie) Robinson, both of Grand Ledge; two aunts, Ruth (Wilber) Kingsley of Grand Ledge and Myrle Munn of Rochester Hills; three step-sons; four step-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Services were Nov. 1 at the Calvary Lutheran Church, Lansing, with Pastor David Kilde officiating. Interment was in the Oakwood Cemetery, Grand Ledge. Arrangements were made by the Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. Memorial contributions may be made to the Westminster- Canterbury Fellowship Fund, 3100 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach, Va., 23451, or the American Diabetes Association. _______________ Constance K. Bertram Constance Kay Bertram, 53, of Charlotte died Oct. 4, 1995, at her residence. Ms. Bertram was born in Alma, the daughter of Steven and Althea (Upham) Tobias. She was a nurse in the OB Unit of Hayes Green Beach Hospital for 20 years. She was a member of the Ladies Home Fellowship of the First Baptist Church. She is survived by one son, Matthew (Amy) of Pinkney; one daughter, Allison of Charlotte; one granddaughter, Lhiannan; parents, Steven and Althea Tobias of Trenton; and one brother, Steven Tobias of Naperville, Ill. Services are Saturday, Oct. 7, at 11 a.m. at the First Baptist Church, with Dr. Charles Moore officiating. Interment will be in the Gresham Cemetery. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice or the American Cancer Society. _______________ Lois E. Bisel Lois Elizabeth Bisel, 94, of Charlotte died Feb. 7, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mrs. Bisel was born in Carmel Township, the daughter of Charles and Dora (Tanner) Amspacher. She and her husband, Ernest, formerly resided in Lansing for 36 years. She was a Lino Type Operator for Charlotte Republican Tribune and was affiliated with the West Carmel Congregational Church, and a lifetime member of the order of the Eastern Star of Maple City Chapter #218 in Charlotte. She also held membership in the Eaton County Historical Society. She is survived by one niece, Mary Russ (Mrs. E. Harrison); one grand nephew, Lee; one sister-in-law, Iva Amspacher of Charlotte; three second cousins, Lois Foster of Orange, Calif., Loris Withers of Washington, and John Withers of Berkley. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest, in 1970. Services were Feb. 10 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Darwin Kuhl officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to West Carmel Congregational Church. _______________ Ernest F. Blodgett Ernest Floyd Blodgett, 86, of Charlotte died Sept. 22, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mr. Blodgett was born Jan. 13, 1909, the son of Floyd and Grace (Ervay) Blodgett of Chester Township. He was a retiree of Wilcox-Gay, the Charlotte Public Library, and a farmer. He married Esther Dillin Aug. 30, 1939. He was a member of the Chester Gospel Church and the handicraft leader of the Millerberg 4-H Club. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Esther; three daughters, Eleanor (Gary) Boltz, Martha (Lee) Roth and Janice (Melvin) Hager; one son, Dennis (Sandra); seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Bernice Wheeler and Alice Blodgett; one brother, Kenneth (Esther); and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one grandson, Arthur Blodgett; one daughter-in-law, Dorothy (Dennis) Blodgett; one grandson-in-law, Steve (Michelle) Wehr; one brother, Elwood Blodgett; and one sister, Anna (Edgar) Smith. Services were Sept. 25 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Barry Smith and the Rev. Marc Livingston officiating. Interment was in the West Carmel Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Chester Gospel Church. _______________ Marjorie E. Bobier Marjorie E. (Brandon) Bobier, 36, of Lansing died May 27, 1995. Mrs. Bobier was born Jan. 18, 1959, in Lansing. She was a 1977 graduate of DeWitt High School. She is survived by her son, Chance and his father, Eric Bobier, both of Charlotte; father, Keith (Ethel) Brandon of DeWitt; mother, Rosemary (Richard) Andersen of Lansing; grandmother, Florence Brandon of Clare; three brothers, Lou (Marsha) of Haslett and Joel and Kelly (Evelyn) Brandon, both of Lansing; two sisters, Jennifer (Steve) Fernand of DeWitt, and Nancy Brandon (LeRoy Harvey) of Lansing; step- brother, Travis Snow of DeWitt; two step-sisters, Pamela Colistro, and June (Mike) Swiger, both of Saranac; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. Services were June 2 at the Gorsline-Runciman Co. Lansing Chapel. Interment was in Easton Cemetery, Ionia. Memorial contributions may be made to a trust fund for her son, Chance. _______________ Joseph Bodo Joseph Bodo, 91, of Charlotte died Dec. 2, 1995, at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility, Charlotte. Mr. Bodo was born Feb. 12, 1904, in Hungary, the son of Steven and Susan (Bird) Bodo. He was a press operator for Motor Wheel in Lansing and later opened his own gas station in Charlotte. He is survived by two granddaughters; one sister-in-law, Nina Reed; a close friend, Grace Castleberry; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Vera and one son, Kenneth. Services are Tuesday, Dec. 5, at 2 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Mitchell Vader officiating. Interment is in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Vera Bodo Vera Bodo, 76, of Charlotte died Jan. 25, 1995. She is survived by her husband, Joseph; one sister, Nina (Gerald) Reed of Vermontville; one nephew, Ross (Izetta) of West Branch; one niece, Kay (Mitchell) Vader of Winston, Ken.; several grandchildren; and friends, Calvin and Grace Castleberry. Services were Jan. 27 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Pastor Mitchell Vader officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lansing. _______________ Grant W. Bosworth Grant W. Bosworth, 57, of Charlotte died Oct. 31, 1995 at the Eaton County Medical Facility, Charlotte. Mr. Bosworth was the son of Cecil and Louise (Mitchell) Bosworth. He graduated from Charlotte High School in 1957, and was an electrical journeyman at Owens Illinois for 17 years. He had served in the National Guard. He was a private pilot and had been an Eagle Scout. He is survived by his father, Cecil; one sister, Nancy (Clay) Tilford of Springport; two daughters, Nettie Crafton of Findlay, Ohio, and Katrina Rosenberger of Olympia, Wash.; one son, Gary of Charlotte; and five grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his mother, and one daughter, Stacy Mae. There will be no services. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Elizabeth Botka Elizabeth Botka, 92, of Charlotte died Nov. 16, 1995, at Thornapple Manor, Hastings. Mrs. Botka was born Feb. 1, 1903, in Cincinnati, Ohio, the daughter of William Miller and Louise Thomas. She had been a resident of Charlotte for about 40 years. She is survived by five grandchildren and seven great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Adam. There are no services planned at this time. Interment was in the Benton Township Cemetery. _______________ Katheryn Braden-Potter Katheryn Marie Braden-Potter, 78, of Charlotte died Aug. 11, 1995, at the Monroe Adult Foster Care Home, Charlotte. Mrs. Braden-Potter was born in Eaton County, the daughter of Albert and Mable (Schram) Steward. She had been employed by Wilcox-Gay, the G.C. Murphy Co., and Arnold's. She was a member of Maple City Chapter OES #218. She is survived by her husband, Forest Potter; three sons, Ron (Connie) and Terry, both of Charlotte, and James (Carol) of Ft. Myers, Fla.; seven grandchildren; one great- granddaughter; three step-sons, Jack (Inez) Potter of Muskegon, Thomas (Linda) Potter of Charlotte, and Alan (Julia) Potter of Parma; eight step-grandchildren; three step-great-grandchildren; and one niece, Jill (Donald) Lea of Charlotte. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Frank Braden in 1985. Services were Aug. 14 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ James A. Bradley James A. Bradley, 71, of Olivet died April 11, 1995, at the Bronson Hospital, Kalamazoo, where he had been taken after being involved in a motorcycle accident in the Coldwater area. Mr. Bradley was born in Walton Township, Eaton County, the son of Wayne and Rena May (Weeks) Bradley and was a lifelong Walton Township resident except for a few years having lived in Florida. He was a World War II Army Veteran, and Olivet High School graduate, and had been employed as a custodian for the Olivet Community Schools from where he retired in 1981 after 15 years of service. He was a life member of Olivet Lodge #267 F&AM and a member of the Gold Wind Road Runners Association. He is survived by his companion, Genevie Sampson; one son, John (Pat) Bradley of Springport; one daughter, Judy Bradley of Chandler, Ariz.; one granddaughter, Doria Bradley of Springport; and one sister, Dorothy Rinderspacher of Scottsdale, Ariz. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Bradley in 1978 and one brother, Harold Bradley. Services are today, April 15, at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with Pastor Scott Brood and Olivet Lodge #267 F&AM officiating. Interment will be in the Bosworth Cemetery near Olivet. _______________ Victor J. Brandt Sr. Victor J. Brandt Sr., 50, of Potterville died Aug. 26, 1995, in Lansing. Mr. Brandt was born in Charlotte, the son of Frank and Pearl (Redfield) Brandt. He was a machinist at Wohlert Corporation. He is survived by two daughters, Sandra Brandt of Potterville and Marcie (Chris) Vandeventer of Lansing; two sons, Victor Jr. of Kalamazoo and Jason of Lansing; one stepson, Michael Gillenkirk of Lansing; three grandchildren; his parents, Frank and Pearl Brandt of Charlotte; four sisters, Mary Davis of Mulliken, Judy Hansen of Tekonsha, and Anna Marie Martens and Teresa Hammond, both of Charlotte; and three brothers, Francis and John, both of Potterville, and Floyd of Charlotte. Services are Tuesday, Aug. 29, at 2 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Interment is in the Benton Township Cemetery. _______________ Keith J. Briggs Keith J. Briggs, 88, of Hastings, died Nov. 9, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mr. Briggs was born in Vermontville Township, the son of Roy and Zella (Hutchings) Briggs. He was a full-time farmer until his retirement in 1980, at which time he moved to Hastings. He is survived by one brother, Elon (Donnabelle) of Charlotte; one sister, Catherine Wright of Charlotte; one niece; five nephews; one step-daughter-in-law, June Schellenbarger of Lake Odessa; and six step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife of 44 years, Veda, in 1944. Graveside services were Nov. 11 at the Gresham Cemetery, with the Rev. Jeff Bowman officiating. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Gresham United Methodist Church. _______________ Forrest E. Brown Forrest E. Brown, 82, of Charlotte died April 4, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mr. Brown was born in Crystal, the son of John and Jessie (Smith) Brown. He was a truck driver for Long Truck Line, Central Trucking, General Aluminum, and Trans American Truck Lines, before his retirement. He is survived by his wife, Mildred; one daughter, Jean (Gary) Kreck of Charlotte; two grandchildren, Kelli and Robin Kreck; one stepson, Gerald Perkins Jr. of El Paso, Texas; one stepdaughter, Shirley Sanderson of Corunna; four sisters, Winnie Lutz of Marshall, Ruth Braun of Detroit, Marguarite Billings of Battle Creek, and Marvel Wilson of LeMesa, Calif.; and one brother, Lee Brown of Battle Creek. Services were April 7 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. _______________ Paul E. Brown Paul E. Brown, 82, of Springport, died Jan. 22, 1995, at home. Mr. Brown was born the son of Wilson and Verna Brown March 7, 1912, in Van Wert, Ohio. He was a lifelong farmer in the Springport and Charlotte areas. He is survived by two sisters, Viva Vosman of Ionia and Mary Conley of Charlotte; two brothers, Max (Ruth) of Charlotte and Clayton (Mary) of Springport; five nieces, Joan Emmons, DeAnna Ireland, Norma Gochenour, Anita Briggs, and Janine Blackmer; and six nephews, Gene Conley, Max Brown Jr., William Brown, Wayne Brown, David Brown, and Robert Brown. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Walter "Jack". Services were Jan. 25 at the Montgomery-Kerwin Funeral Home, Springport, with the Rev. Robert Doner officiating. Interment was in the Springport Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. _______________ Kenneth E. Bruce Kenneth E. Bruce, 73, of Duck Lake, formerly of Charlotte, died Jan. 27, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mr. Bruce was born in Lansing, the son of Thomas and Minnie (Garland) Bruce. He was a local Standard Oil dealer for 25 years until 1976. He then joined Fowlers Chevy-Olds as a salesman for eight years. He was affiliated with American Legion Post #42, the Duck Lake Association, Eaton County Buck Club, Duck Lake Country Club, Lansing Homing Pigeon Club, and a charter member of the Charlotte Optimist Club. He is survived by his wife, Vera, one daughter, Sherry Parks of Kalamazoo; one son, Mike (Annette) of Charlotte; five grandchildren; Cara (Kevin) Freeman, Amy (Charles) Archer, Josh Batzloff, Jennifer Bruce, Nicholas Bruce; five great-grandchildren, Elizabeth and Benjamin Kenneth Archer, and Corey, Curtis, and Christine Freeman; brothers, Thomas Jr. (Peg), Wallace (Myra), Dean (Jeannette), Gary (Barb) of Charlotte; one sister, Shirley Swan of Eaton Rapids; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Patricia; his mother and father; two sisters, Betty Schmidt and Elaine Packard; and one brother, Bob. Services were Jan. 30 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Peter Brenner officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Congregational Church, or Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Lorina Brunette Lorina Brunette, 91, of Grand Ledge died Jan. 28, 1995, at a Lansing nursing home. Mrs. Brunette was a Grand Ledge resident for more than 50 years and was a member of St. Michael Church. Survivors include nine sons, Gary (Margaret) of Weidman, Roger (Pauline) of Indiana, Danny (Mercedes) of Grand Ledge, Richard of Charlotte, Charles (Joan) of Lansing, Kenneth (Marlene) of Wisconsin, Donald (Sally) of Gowen, David (Linda) of Massachusetts, Gregory (Leona) of Lansing; two daughters, Carol (Duane) O'Boyle of Grand Ledge and Mary (Floyd) Reid of Lansing; two brothers, Lawrence Richard of Pinconning and Arthur Richard of Northville; 50 grandchildren; 80 great- and great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Russel, and daughter, Mary Lou. Mass was Wednesday, Feb. 1, at St. Michael Church. Interment followed at Oakwood Cemetery. Contributions may be made to St. Michael Church or the Lung Association. _______________ Sara Bucher Sara Bucher, 59, of Eaton Rapids, died March 9, 1995, in Lansing. Mrs. Bucher was born Dec. 20, 1936, in Mason, and operated a real estate and appraisal business in Eaton Rapids for 38 years. She also operated a petroleum land title business. She graduated from Eaton Rapids High School and earned an associate's degree from the University of Michigan. She was a lifelong member of the Democratic Party and active in civic and professional organizations, including local, state, and national boards of realtors; state and national associations of Petroleum Landmen and the Organization of Business and Professional Women. She was a past president of the Barry-Eaton Board of Realtors and a member of the Ingham County Economic Development Corporation. Her volunteer services earned her a state of Michigan Governor's Proclamation and commendation from Michigan State Senate and Legislature in 1983. She is survived by her husband of 41 years, James; one son, James II; one daughter, Susan (Gregory) Finley; one grandson, Macklin Finley; her mother, Vesta Eckhart; one sister, Mary Jane Krumholz; and numerour cousins, nieces, and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Denton Eckhart. Services were March 13 at the Shell-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. James Mitchum officiating. Interment was in the Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the Greater Lansing Food Bank. _______________ Fred E. Bullen Fred E. Bullen, 84, died Feb. 16, 1995, of Charlotte at his residence. Mr. Bullen was born Sept. 24, 1910, in Petrieville, and was the third child of Floyd and Nettie (Purdy) Bullen. He married Bertha Lasley Dec. 3, 1938. He lived most of his life on the family farms near Mason. He was employed by a fertilizer plant in Lansing, at Horner Woolen Mills in Eaton Rapids, and at the Ingham County Road Commission in Mason from where he retired. After retiring, he and Bertha moved to Harrison, then in 1978, to Charlotte where he returned to farming. He is survived by his wife, Bertha; two daughters, Bernetta (Michael) Olin of Lansing and Bertha (James Kruse) Bullen of Okemos; two sons, Joseph (Agnes) of Charlotte and Rex (Ruth) of Ontonagon; one sister, Harriet Worthington of Lansing; two brothers, Joseph and Floyd Jr., both of Mason; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one son, Fred. Graveside services were Feb. 20 at Bunker Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Arrangements were made by the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the VFW National Home, Eaton Rapids, or the charity of one's choice. _______________ Fredrick R. Bullock Fredrick R. Bullock, 51, of Eaton Rapids died April 18, 1995, at his residence. Mr. Bullock was born Dec. 12, 1943, in Battle Creek, the son of John and Alma (Russell) Bullock. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Eaton Rapids. He was employed with the U.S. Treasury Department for 25 years in Lansing with the Internal Revenue Service agent, retiring in 1995. He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Becky; one daughter, Emily Bullock of Eaton Rapids; one son, Wesley at home; two brothers, John (Virginia) of Jenison and Nels (Cynthia) of Okemos; one sister, Jamie (Paul) Zimmer of Grand Ledge; and several nieces and nephews. A memorial tribute service was held April 22 at the First UMC with Pastor Tom Evans officiating. Arrangements were made by the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to either the First UMC or Eaton Rapids Camp Meeting. _______________ Wanda Buncich Wanda (Madry) Buncich, 68, of Marshall died April 16, 1995, at home after an 18-month illness. Mrs. Buncich was born Feb. 19, 1927, in Bellevue, the daughter of John and Katherine (Dlucos) Madry. She was a 1946 graduate of Bellevue High School and lived in Bellevue until 1947 and in Battle Creek until 1954, when she moved to Marshall. She was employed at Consumers Power Co. from 1946-1947, Stimac's Grocery from 1947 to 1951, Eli's Grocery and Service from 1951 to 1955, and Kellogg Co. from 1955 to 1965. She was a member of St. Ann's Catholic Church in Bellevue, St. Mary's Catholic Church in Charlotte, the Polish National Alliance, and Croatian Fraternal Union. She married Eli Buncich June 21, 1947. She is survived by her husband, eli; six daughters, Gloria Perry of Charlotte, Stephanie Skinner of Leslie, Victoria Samson and Frances Johnson of Battle Creek, Rosemary McCurdy of Robertsdale, Ala., and Barbara Golden of Barrington, Ill.; eight grandchildren; two great-granchildren; brothers, Charles, Roman and John Madry of Bellevue, and Louis Madry of Charlotte; sisters, Mary Bradoff of Franklin Park, Ill., and Sophia Mykala of Jackson. She was preceded in death by a brother, Theodore Madry. Services were April 19 at the Richard A. Henry Funeral Home with the Rev. Thomas Nenneau officiating. Interment was in Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Good Samaritan Hospice Care or St. Mary's Catholic Church, Charlotte. _______________ Pauline G. Burgess Pauline Gertrude (Fenn) Burgess, 98, a longtime resident of Bennington, died April 10, 1994, at Avery Heights Nursing Home in Hartford, Conn., where she had resided since 1970. Mrs. Burgess was born in Westminster on May 25, 1896, the daughter of Winslow and Gertrude (Peters) Fenn. She married Guy Burgess at the Westminster Congregational Church on Oct. 30, 1918. He died July 2, 1975. She was an active member of the AARP and the First United Methodist Church. She is survived by her grandson, the Rev. Dr. Peter R.K. (Bonnie) Brenner of Charlotte; great-grandsons, Erik and Tim Brenner; nieces, Laura Fuller and Marguerite Paulsen both of South Burlington, Sylvia Nichols of Morristown, Patricia Fenn of Gladwyn, Penn., and Jessie Shea of Bennington. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Gertrude Brenner, Feb. 15, 1992. Graveside services will be held today, May 27, at the Fenn Family lot in the New Westminster Cemetery with the Rev. Dr. Peter R.K. Brenner officiating. Arrangements were made by the Covey & Allen Funeral Home, Wilmington. _______________ Jack Burnett Jack Burnett, 74, of Olivet died Dec. 8, 1995, at the Michigan Capital Medical Center, Greenlawn Campus, Lansing, after a long illness. Mr. Burnett was born in Brookfield Township, Eaton County, the son of Nahum and Effie (Bishop) Burnett. He was a life resident of the same area in which he was born and a lifelong farmer. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Ila (Halsey); two daughters, Sherry (Steve) Landers of Centralia, Mo., and Nona (Daryl) Walker of Marine City; one son, Toby (Cindy) of Charlotte; seven grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and one brother, Joel (Ola) of Charlotte. Services are Tuesday, Dec. 12, at 2 p.m. at the Burkhead- Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Dave Burnett officiating. Interment is in the Bosworth Cemetery, Olivet. Memorial contributions may be made to the Crippled Children's Fund. _______________ Kathleen M. Burton Kathleen M. Burton, 83, of Charlotte, formerly of Lansing and Georgia, died Feb. 3, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mrs. Burton was born in Three Rivers, the daughter of Burt and May (Wilson) Scott. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ty in 1980. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements were made by the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Lirath J. Bush Lirath J. Bush, 70, of Eaton Rapids died Nov. 3, 1995, after a short illness. Mr. Bush was born in Windsor Township, Eaton County, the son of Lirath and Beatrice (Dixon) Bush and had lived most of his life in the mid-Michigan area. He was a former Bretton Square Industries employee. There is no immediate family. Services were Nov. 6 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with Pastor Mark Woodbury officiating. Interment was in the Dimondale Cemetery. _______________ Donna E. Butler Donna Elizabeth Butler, 71, of Charlotte died Jan. 13, 1995. Mrs. Butler was born in Marshall, the daughter of Ernest and Edith Hoenes. She is survived by three daughters, Linda (Clair) Risner of Stockbridge and Sandra (William) Rooker of Mason, and Ann (Mike) Jones of Charlotte; and seven grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, William in November 1988. Private services at Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte, are being planned. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. _______________ Henry M. Buxton Henry M. Buxton, 84, of Charlotte died June 30, 1995, at his home. Mr. Buxton was born Nov. 18, 1910, in Grand Rapids, the son of Samuel and Orah (Pierce) Buxton. He married Crystal Schad Nov. 11, 1934, and they came to Charlotte in May 1933 where he was a barber on Cochran until his retirement. He was a member of the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church, serving as a trustee during the time of building the church's educational unit, and was also a life member of Horace S. Maynard Chapter #82 Royal Arch Masons during which he served as High Priest, and was a member of Charlotte Commandery #37 Knights Templar. He was a former Rotarian, Jaycee, president of the Charlotte Athletic Boosters, and active in the local Boy Scout program. He is survived by his wife, Crystal; one daughter, Joane Wisenfeld; one son, Edward (Frances); eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; one sister, Hazel Noffke; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by one grandson, Aaron Bartlett, and one brother, Russell. Services were July 3 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment was in the Pinehill Cemetery, Grand Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the LAUMC or Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Lucille K. Byrd Lucille K. Byrd, 78, of Kalamazoo, a former Charlotte resident, died Feb. 12, 1995. Mrs. Byrd was born in Jackson, the daughter of W.E. and Bernice (Knowles) Stone. She graduated from Jackson High School in 1933 and Jackson Business College in 1934. She worked for the Eaton County Health Department from 1959 to 1974, retiring as Deputy Zoning Administrator. She was a lifetime member of the Charlotte Garden Club, a member of the Business Women's Guild, Eaton County Extension Club, and the Charlotte Women's Club, G.F.W.C. She is survived by two daughters, Gail Nelson of Kalamazoo, and Jean (Jim) Kinney of Grand Blanc; four grandchildren, Brenda (Kirk) Crawford of Redondo Beach, Calif., Laura Kinney of Waterford, Ken Nelson of Kalamazoo, and Adrienne (Mike) Smith of Wayland; four sisters, Vena Jane Holcomb of Sun City, Ariz., Doris (Robert) Libey of Cordova, Ill., Marian Grambau of Seattle, Wash., Florence (Cal) Adams of North Port, Fla.; one brother, Richard (Nancy) Stone of Phoenix, Ariz.; and one brother-in-law, Don Kastensmith of Venice, Fla. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gailen, and sister, Marie Kastensmith. Services were Feb. 17 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Peter R.K. Brenner officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association or a favorite charity. _______________ George E. Campbell George E. Campbell, 85, of Olivet died March 17, 1995, at his home after an illness of several months. Mr. Campbell was born Jan. 21, 1910, in Olivet, the son of John and Mable (French) Campbell and lived all but five years of his life in Olivet. He attended Olivet Schools, first through the 12th grade, and graduated in 1928. As a senior in high school, he drove a school bus for the school system and substituted for several years after graduating. He married Beatarice Struble April 5, 1930, in Battle Creek and moved to Olivet in June 1935 to go into the grocery store business. His first store was the northern portion of the present Coachlight Inn in Olivet, then moved to a building near the present Independent Bank. In 1949, he built and operated a supermarket and locker plant adjacent to the Oaks Theatre, assisted by his wife and sons. He sold the business in 1957 to Carl's Market and went to work at the Olivet Post Office as a rural mail carrier, then became chief clerk. He retired in 1972 and spent the next 17 years traveling and wintering in Port Charlotte, Fla. Prior to his being a grocer, he has worked at Post Products in Battle Creek inspecting corn for the state in 1928-29. He worked in the office of United Steel & Wire form 1929-35 and during World War II, worked at Nash-Kelvinator in Lansing. He was a member of the Olivet Congregational Church from age 10 and later served on many committees, serving as chairman of the Deacon's Board and Ushers' Board, and was a member of the Church Council. He was a charter member and past president of the Olivet Chamber of Commerce and was active in Scouting, serving as Scout Master, and organized and chaired the first Cub Scout Pack in Olivet. He was a former Olivet volunteer fireman, member of the Olivet Senoir Citizens, Olivet Chapter of American Association of Retired Persons, and a charter member of the Olivet Lions Club, remaining active until his health began to fail in 1994. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Beatrice; five sons, David (Judy) of Olivet, Gerald (Shirley) of Bellevue, Norman (Wilma) of Charlotte, Daniel of Lansing, and Brian (Sharon) of Mt. Clements; 17 grandchildren; 31 great- grandchildren; and five step-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one sister, Nina Campbell Persons in 1960. Services were March 20 at the Olivet Congregational Church, Olivet, with the Rev. Clark Hock and the Rev. Jack Skirvin officiating. Interment was in the Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Olivet Congregational Church or Olivet Lions Club. _______________ Ethel M. Carey Ethel May Carey, 89, of Lake Odessa died Oct. 8, 1995, at the Thornapple Manor, Hastings. Mrs. Carey was born Aug. 22, 1906, in Eaton County, the daughter of John and Grace (Helmer) Rogers. She graduated from Woodland High School in 1923, and married Morris Carey in Sept. 1924 in Sunfield. She was a self-employed beautician for many years, attended the Sunfield United Brethren Church, and was a member of the Rebekah Lodge. She is survived by two daughters, June (Carl) Sowles of Charlotte, and Jeanette (Francis) Simon of Lake Odessa; two sons, Morris Jr. (Betty) of Woodland, and Roger (Betty) of Hastings; nine grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; and four sisters, Leo Dull of Hastings, Elsie Meyers of Goshen, Ind., Ruth Rogers and Kathlene Rogers both of Hastings. She was preceded in death by her husband, Morris, Feb. 21, 1985; one sister, Dorothy McClelland; and one brother, Victor Rogers. Services were Oct. 11 at the Koops Funeral Chapel, Lake Odessa, with the Rev. Kevin Cherry officiating. Interment was in the Woodland Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lakewood Ambulance Service or the American Cancer Society. _______________ Norma Mae Carpenter Norma Mae Carpenter, 69, of Charlotte died Jan. 22, 1995, at Michigan Capital Medical Center, Greenlawn Campus, Lansing. Mrs. Carpenter was born in Lansing, the daughter of Fred and Esther (Railer) Siegrist. She was a line worker for nine years with Aluminum Extrusions in Charlotte, was employed with Hastings Aluminum for six years, and was a nurse's aide at Eaton Manor in Charlotte. She was affiliated with Eagles Aerie #3552 Auxiliary, VFW #2406 Auxiliary American Legion #42 Auxiliary, and Rebekah Lodge #68. She is survived by two daughters, Kary (Larry) Bushey of Springport and Lynda Sales of Charlotte; two sons, Larry (Liz) of Wellston and Harold (Linda) of Charlotte; nine grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Frances Green of Farwell and Lorraine Troutner of Clare; one brother, Lyle (Faye) Siegrist of Delton; and friend, Les Parker. She was preceded in death by her husband, Francis in 1979. Services are Tuesday, Jan. 254 at 2 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Pastor Duane Royston officiating. Interment is in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Oren A. Carpenter Oren Aldou Carpenter, 71, of Vermontville died March 21, 1995, at f. Custer V.A. Hospital. Mr. Carpenter was born in Sears, the son of Frank and Susan (Church) Carpenter. He was a mechanic and farmer. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy; two sons, Dale (Penny) of Vermontville, and Gary of Nashville; two daughters, Susan Carpenter, and Frances (David) Spencer both of Vermontville; four grandchildren, Joseph Carpenter, Nathan Carpenter, Matthew Spencer, and Kyle Spencer; two step-grandchildren, Christopher and Joshua Spencer; six brothers, Howard of Lakeview, Rholland of Dimondale, John and Bruce both of Lake Odessa, Edwin of Potterville, and Harry of Charlotte; and two sisters, Illah French of Nashville, and Alilce Echtinaw of Hastings. He was preceded in death by four brothers, Orby, Burt, Lawrence and Francis, and one sister, Sarah Kizziar. Services were March 24 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. James Sherman officiating. Interment was in Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. _______________ Ancel V. Casler Ancel V. Casler, 84, of Eaton Rapids died Sept. 6, 1995, in Eaton Rapids. Mr. Casler was born July 16, 1911, in Winn, the son of Frank and Nettie (Hackett) Casler. He was a member of the Onondaga Community Church, the Onondaga Masonic Lodge #197 F&AM, and the Wonderland Farm Bureau. He was a Veteran of World War II serving in the Navy. He was active with the Eaton County Meals on Wheels. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Rosalind; one daughter, Ruth Ann (Bud) Smith of Eaton Rapids; one son, Wayne (Karen) Casler of Grayling; four grandchildren, Wayne Casler, Susan Isley, Kristin Kraft, and David Reilly; great- granddaughter, Tanja Cortright; one sister, Ethel Thayer of Haslett; one sister-in-law, Alice Casler of Ovid; and several nieces and nephews. Services were Sept. 9 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. William Muller officiating. Interment was in the Chapel Hill Cemetery, Lansing. Memorial contributions may be made to the Onondaga Community Church or the Leslie Ambulance Service. _______________ Ronald L. Cataline Ronald L. "Rohho" Cataline, 58, of Eaton Rapids died April 6, 1995, in Eaton Rapids. Mr. Cataline was born Jan. 20, 1937, in Lansing, and retired from B.O.C. in 1991 after 20 years of service. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Gladys; three sons, David (Chandra) Cataline of Jackson, Greg (Julie) Cataline of Charlotte, and Ronnie (Donna) Cataline of Eaton Rapids; seven grandchildren; his father, Leslie (Lulah) Cataline of Bay City; his mother, Velma (Harry) Tracy of Eaton Rapids; three brothers, Jim (Ethelda) Cataline of Eaton Rapids, Bill (Marilyn) Cataline of East Tawas, Dick (Shirley) Cataline of Eaton Rapids; one half sister, Sharon (Larry) Schneider of Lowell; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his infant son, Ronald Jr. in 1957. Services were April 10 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with Eric Collar of the Jehovah's Witnesses Eaton Rapids Congregation officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice, P.O. Box 636, Charlotte, 48813. _______________ Donna J. Caughey Donna Jean caughey, 72, of Charlotte died April 30, 1995, at Michigan Capital Medical Center-Greenlawn Campus, Lansing. Mrs. Caughey was born in Eaton County, the daughter of Dorr and Ada (Pratt) Sutherland. She was a homemaker. She is survived by her husband, Allen; one daughter, Nancy (Antonio) Sifuentes of El Paso, Texas; one son, Jack (Tina) Caughey of Charlotte; four grandchildren; three sisters, Nettie (Lawrence) Woodworth of Charlotte, Joyce (LeRoy) Flessner of Woodland, and Charlotte McMahan of Tucson, Ariz.; and one brother, Max (Viola) Sutherland of Grand Ledge. Services are Thursday, May 4, at 2 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment is in the Needmore Cemetery. _______________ Birdie M. Chaplin Birdie Marie Chaplin, 81, of Charlotte, died Aug. 19, 1995, at Moore's Adult Foster Care Home in Charlotte. Mrs. Chaplin was born in Chester Township, the daughter of William and Iva (Boyer) Root. She was the owner and operator of the Charlotte Westinghouse Laundromat from 1961 to 1973, was affiliated with the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church, Maple City Chapter O.E.S. #218 and VFW Auxiliary Post #2406. She is survived by a daughter, Susan (Frank) Thompson of Charlotte; one son, William (Cheryl) Chaplin of Grandview, Texas; three grandchildren, John Chaplin and Jesse and Heather Thompson; two sisters, Bethel Brown of Grand Rapids and Beulah Rogers of Augusta; and four brothers, Cleon Root of Plainwell, Cedric Root of Vermontville, Donald Root of Charlotte, and Millard Root of Mulliken. Services were held Aug. 21 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Interment was at the Oakwood Cemetery in Grand Ledge. _______________ Maxine R. Cherry Maxine R. Cherry, 78, of Eaton Rapids, died Aug. 23, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mrs. Cherry was born Sept. 14, 1916, in Dimondale, the daughter of Joseph and Clara (Meyers) Overla. She was retired and had worked as a utility spooler for Horner Woolen Mills, Eaton Rapids. She is survived by her husband, Bill; two daughters, Donna Kay Lovell and Loretta Wheaton, both of Eaton Rapids; one son, James of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; one sister, Beatrice Hart of Mason; one granddaughter, Denise Tartaglia of Florida; one great-granddaughter, Briannon Tartaglia of Florida; and several nieces and nephews. Services were Aug. 26 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Paul Mergener officiating. Interment was in the Munger Cemetery, rural Eaton Rapids. _______________ Edna G. Cipolari Edna G. Cipolari, 89, of Jackson, formerly of Charlotte and Washington, D.C., died Dec. 9, 1995, in Jackson. Ms. Cipolari was born Feb. 22, 1906, in Lynbrook, N.Y., the daughter of Joseph and Erminia (Leonardi) Cipolari. She was a graduate of Holy Cross Academy in Washington and was retired from the U.S. Navy Department in Washington. She had been a Charlotte resident from 1980-91, coming from Washington, and moved to Jackson in 1991. She is survived by several nieces and nephews, including Richard (Carol) Phalen, Patty (Mark) Goodman, Richard (Julie) Phalen, and Alina Phalen. She was preceded in death by her parents, one sister, Florence Phalen, and two brothers, Joseph and Sonny. Memorial services are Friday, Dec. 22, at 7 p.m. at the First Congregational Church, Charlotte, with the Rev. Peter Brenner officiating. Arrangements were made by the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Michigan State University Companion Animal Fund/Horses, MSU Veterinary College, East Lansing, Mich. 48823. _______________ Dorr M. Claflin Dorr Maxwell Claflin, 85, of Grand Ledge, died Dec. 8, 1995, at his residence. Mr. Claflin was born in Benton Township, Eaton County, the son of Earl and Vera (Miers) Claflin July 13, 1910. He was a transportation engineer for Howard Sober, Inc., Lansing, until his retirement in 1973. He was also a charter member of the Teamsters Local #580, Lansing, Retireer' Club. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Mildred (Deacon); two daughters, Christine (Dick) Willis of Charlotte and Claudia (Rolland) Bahmiller of Monroe, Wash.; two sons, Larry of Charlotte and David of Grand Ledge; 14 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; one great-great- grandchild; two sisters, Donna (Bud) Krummrei of Watersmeet and Connie Wright of Kalamazoo; and his first wife, Irene (Forquer) of Monroe, Wash. Memorial services are Wednesday, Dec. 13, at the West Benton Church with the Rev. Paul Mergener officiating. Arrangements are being made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice, 313 Lansing St., Charlotte, Mich. 48813. _______________ Ila L. Clark Ila L. Clark, 87, of Charlotte died Dec. 11, 1995, at Olney, Ill. Mrs. Clark was born Aug. 28, 1908, in Eaton Rapids, the daughter of John and Vera (Walter) May. She was a secretary for Eaton County Department of Social Services and worked for the State of Michigan where she retired. She was a life member of the Maple City Chapter of Eastern Star #218, Red Cross Volunteer for Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, and a member of the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church. She is survived by one son, John, of Olney, Ill.; one grandson, Jeffrey, of Tampa, Fla.; one granddaughter, Julia, of New Jersey; and three great-grandchildren. Services were Dec. 15, at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Interment will be in the Oakwood Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. _______________ Wilbert K. Coker Wilbert Kenneth Coker, 78, of Potterville died Nov. 10, 1995, at St. Lawrence Hospital, Lansing. Mr. Coker was the son of Wilbert and Goldie (Stewart) Coker. He was retired from General Motors. He is survived by his wife, Bernice; three sons, Douglas and David, both of Lansing, and Dr. Donald of Maryland; one brother, Duane of Florida; and five grandchildren, Ross, Scott, Danny, John, and Kristen. Services are Tuesday, Nov. 14, at 2 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Robert Coon officiating. Interment is in the Forest Lawn Cemetery, Lansing. _______________ Leo B. Cole Leo B. Cole, 76, of Charlotte, formerly of Eaton Rapids, died Oct. 25, 1995, at the Eaton Manor Nursing Home, Charlotte, after an extended illness. There are no known survivors. Services were held Nov. 1 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Pastor Thomas Haynie of the Charlotte Church of Christ officiating. _______________ Ralph Cole Ralph Cole, 65, of Athens died Jan. 16, 1995. Mr. Cole was born May 3, 1929, in Alger, Ohio, the son of Jake and Mary Belle Cole. He worked with race horses, and was employed at a produce farm for Floyd Lynn, retiring due to an accident. He is survived by his wife, Beverly (Myers); one brother, Delmar (Mary) Hampton of Alger, Ohio; one sister, Ora (Fred) Boyce of Athens; three step-children, Linda (Elbert) Barrett of Richmond, Ken., Fred (Debbie) Slider of Canton, and JoAnn (Ronald) Hankins of Lansing; six step-grandchildren; six step-great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. Graveside services were Jan. 19. Interment was in Preston Cemetery, Alger, Ohio. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Henry F. Colestock Henry F. "Hank" Colestock, 79, of Eaton Rapids died Aug. 31, 1995, at his home. Mr. Colestock was born Sept. 25, 1915, in Charlesworth. He was a Marine Veteran during World War II serving in the Pacific area. He operated a barber shop and sporting goods store in Olivet for 30 years before retiring. He was a life member of the Eaton Rapids Masonic Lodge #63 F&AM. He is survived by his wife, Myrtle; two sons, Zack (Pamela) of Arlington, Texas, and Zane (Cary) of Midland; two granddaughters, Eve Colestock and Amy Lotz; one step- brother, Bill Sellers, and several nieces and nephews. Services were Sept. 3 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. _______________ Ida May Colgan Ida May Colgan, 68, of Lake City, formerly of Eaton Rapids, died Feb. 2, 1995, at her residence. Mrs. Colgan was born March 16, 1926, in Cleveland, Ohio, the daughter of Albert and Kathryn (Kedzie) Isbell. She was a 1945 graduate of Eaton Rapids High School and a former sales clerk for W.R. Thomas and Rottenbucher Pharmacy, both in Eaton Rapids. She was a life member and Past Worthy Matron of the Eaton Rapids Order of Eastern Star Lodge #241, life member of VFW Ladies' Auxiliary Post #2406 of Charlotte, and the First Congregational Church, Eaton Rapids. She is survived by one daughter, Pam (Don) Milliman of Lake City; one son, John (Cara) Jr. of Lake City; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; one sister, Betty (Donald) Harrie of Eaton Rapids; one sister-in-law, Ann Isbell of Eaton Rapids; aunt and uncle, Faith and Fred Dutton of East Lansing; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, John, and one brother, Bud Isbell, both in 1993. Services were Feb. 6 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Paul Mergener and the Rev. Carl Sundermeyer officiating. Memorial services by OES #241 were Feb. 5. Interment was in the Brickyard Cemetery, rural Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association of Michigan. _______________ Kate Colizzi Kate Colizzi, 87, of Charlotte died Feb. 11, 1995, in Richmond, Va. Mrs. Colizzi was born in Laterza, Italy, the dau ghter of Domenico and Domenicalla (Lenona) Capodiferro. She and her husband Pete, owned and operated Liberty Sweets Shop in Charlotte from 1929 until 1971. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, a former member of the American Legion Post #42 Auxiliary, and the American Business Women's Association. She is survived by three sons, Sam (Marlene) of Richmond, Va., Donald (Elaine) of Charlotte, and John (Joy) of Northville; one daughter, Lucy (Richard) DeWitt of Nacogdoches, Texas; one son-in-law, Dan Stango of Ft. Wayne, Ind.; 8 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; two brothers and one sister in Italy. She was preceded in death by her husband, Pete, in 1979, and daughter, Ann Stango in 1990. Services were Feb. 17 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Charlotte, with the Father Thomas Nenneau as celebrant. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Lewis P. Converse Lewis Phillip Converse, 54, of Eaton Rapids died Feb. 24, 1995, at the Michigan Capital Medical Center Greenlawn Campus, in Lansing. Mr. Converse was born April 8, 1940, in Charlotte, the son of Max and Florabel (Bowers) Converse. He was a 1958 graduate of Olivet High School. He owned and operated the Converse Garage in Eaton Rapids. He is survived by his wife, Janet; three daughters, Debbie Wells of Charlotte, Kim Converse of Albion, and Vonda Eldred of Marshall; mother, Florabel Converse of Eaton Rapids; five grandchildren, Melissa, Daniel, Rebecca, and Jessie Wells, and Brooke Vlahakis; four brothers and two sisters, Leah Blatt of Brookfield, Bill (Jewel) Converse of Ocala, Fla., Max (Cathy) Converse of Howell, David (Jann) Annis of Williamston, Judy (Phil) Gruber of London, Ken., and Michael (Julie) Converse of Williamston; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Max, and son, Bradley Eldred, both in 1991. Services were Feb. 28 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rappids, with the Rev. Winford Collins of the Assembly of God Church in Eaton Rapids oficiating. Graveside services followed in the Oakwood Cemetery in Hamlin Township. Casket bearers were nephews, Nick Davis, Chris Converse, Tim Kensler, Josh Kensler, Chad Converse, and Brent Converse. _______________ Ora W. Cooley Ora Wyona (Williams) Cooley, 75, of Forsyth, Mo., formerly of Eaton Rapids and Traverse City, died March 17, 1995, at the Skaggs Health Care Center, Branson, Mo., after an extended illness. Mrs. Cooley was born in Dardanelle, Ark., the daughter of Fulton and Vivian (Young) Williams. She is survived by three sons, Bobby of Lansing, William of Kissee Mills, Mo., and Hiram of Greenwood, S.D.; three daughters, Mary Pickle of Forsyth, Bonnie Hunsucker of Rockaway Beach, Mo., and Brenda Fennell of Wardell, Mo.; 17 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; three brothers, Rual Williams of Grand Ledge, Roger Williams of Lansing, and Chester Williams of Oakland, Ark.; and four sisters, Betty Robins of Lansing, Ruby Nell Cummings of Grand Jackson, Cleo Smith of Bay, Ark., and Dorothy Stephens of Peek, Ark. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hiram, and one daughter, Connie Sue Cooley. Services were March 19 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with Pastor Erwin Robertson officiating. Interment was in the Millerburg Cemetery. _______________ Zoreta Coon Zoreta Coon, 83, of Sunfield died Nov. 12, 1995, at her residence. Mrs. Coon was born Sept. 26, 1912, in North Star, the daughter of Alvin and Hazel (Hawkins) Meredith. She attended Michigan County Normal College for one year, taught a one-room schoolhouse for two years, and worked at the Style Shop in Lansing for five years as a bookkeeper. She is survived by three sons, Robert (Barbara) of Orlando, Fla., Max (Joanne) of Lansing, and ronald of Clyde, Ohio; 15 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; and one brother, Raymond Meredith of Lansing. She was preceded in death by one son, Jack Duane, one brother, Raymond Meredith of Lansing. Services were Nov. 14 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes- Fisher Chapel, Sunfield, with the Rev. Harris Hoekwater officiating. Interment was in the North Star Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the S.P.Y.'s Scholarship Fund or the Sunfield United Methodist Church. _______________ Neva L. Copenhaver Neva Lee (Troutner) Copenhaver, 44, of Charlotte died April 11, 1995, in Lansing. Mrs. Copenhaver was born in Battle Creek, the daughter of Max and Virginia (MacDonald) Troutner. She was a Direct Care Aid with developmentally disabled adults, and the secretary for the Charlotte Women's Bowling Association. She is survived by her husband, Gary; two sons, Troy (Julia) Copenhaver of Charlotte, and Sgt. Lenard Copenhaver with the U.S. Marines; one daughter, Wendy (Brad) Clarke of Charlotte; three grandchildren, Troy, Victoria, and Amanda; mother, Virginia Jones of Charlotte; one sister, Roseann (Carl) Holmgren of Charlotte; two brothers, Herbert (Laurie) Troutner of Port Huron, and Max (Dena) Troutner of Bellevue; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Max Troutner. Services were April 14 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Lester DeGroot officiating. Interment was in Perry Cemetery. _______________ Beatrice E. Coplin Beatrice E. Coplin, 75, of Olivet died Sept. 12, 1995, at the Springhill Manor Nursing Home, Battle Creek, after an extended illness. Mrs. Coplin was born in Chicago, Ill., the daughter of George and Estella (Lempke) North, and had been an Olivet resident since the mid 1940s coming from Coldwater. Many years ago she had worked as a nurses aide at Leila Hospital, Battle Creek. Since that time she has been a homemaker. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Ernest Coplin of Olivet; one sister, Bernice Bennett of Charlotte; and many nieces and nephews. Services were Sept. 15 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Pastor Scott Brood officiating. Interment was in the Bosworth Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ainger Bible Church. _______________ Mary E. Coplin Mary E. Coplin, 88, of Charlotte died July 19, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, after a short illness. Mrs. Coplin was born in Defiance, Ohio, the daughter of Charles and Bertha (Winkler) Snyder and had been a lifelong Charlotte resident. She had been an evening chief telephone operator for the Eaton County Phone Co. and later, Michigan Bell Telephone, retiring Jan. 1, 1965, after 35 years of service, and taught piano for may years. She was a 1926 graduate of Charlotte High School and a 1929 graduate of Olivet College with a degree in vocal music. She was a member of the Alpha Lambda Epsilon Sorority, Telephone Pioneers, and Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church. She is survived by one daughter, Carol (Chester) Firman of Charlotte; three granddaughters, Dawn (Michael) Frambes of Marysville, Ohio, Gwen (Mark) Bliss of Cadillac, and Kim (Jeff) Layman of Charlotte; two sons, Scott (Brigitte) of Portland, and Charles of Charlotte; and two great- grandchildren, Chelsea Frambes and Noah Bliss. Services were July 22 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church. _________??????????????????????????????????????????????????? ???????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? ?????????????????4?????????????????????????????????4???????? ?????????????????????????†????????????????????...????????`?? ???????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? ???????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? ???????????????????????????????????3738383939404041414242434 344444545464647474848494950505151525253535454555556565757585 859596060616162626363646411223344556677 worked for Kellogg's from 1962-77 and the Eaton Corporation from 1977- 84. He was employed as an electrician at General Motors Corporation, Lansing. He was a 22-year member of the Bellevue Fire Department before retiring in 1990 and one of the founders of the Bellevue Rescue Squad where he trained volunteers in first aid for 10 years. He was a former member of the Bellevue Lions Club, an original member of the Bellevue Jaycees, and a member of the Cursillo Movement. He crewed for, and was navigator for, the hot-air balloon Kandi II for five years, competing in five Battle Creek International Balloon championships. He is survived by his wife, Sandra; two sons, Michael of Bellevue and M/Sgt. Richard of San Antonio, Texas; one daughter, Dr. Michelle "Mikki" Cowan-Daly of Bellevue; three grandchildren; one brother, Kenneth of Shaumburg, Ill.; and one sister, Francis Hickman of Battle Creek. Services were Feb. 2 at St. Ann Catholic Church, Bellevue, with the Rev. Fr. Thomas Nenneau officiating. Interment was in the Riverside Cemetery, Bellevue. Arrangments were made by the Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bellevue Good Samaritan Fund. _______________ Patricia L. Crandell Patricia L. Crandell, 65, of Charlotte died May 15, 1995, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing, after a short illness. Mrs. Crandell was born in Detroit, the daughter of Kenneth and Persida (Peters) North and had been a Charlotte resident for 28 years, coming from Mount Clemens. She was a member of Charlotte Eagles Aerie #3552 and Mothers Against Drunk Driving. She is survived by her husband, Frank; two sons, Timothy (Sara) Smith of Allegan and Daniel Smith of Charlotte; four stepdaughters, Rebecca (Brad) Anson of Fenton, Lora Jo Parrish of Holt, Kellea (Gate) Allmane of Erlanger, Ken., and Liz Allen of Charlotte; four grandchildren; and her twin sister, Beverly (Marvin) McFadden of Nokomis, Fla. Services were May 18 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Darrell Clements officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to MADD, the American Heart Association, or Charlotte Eagles Aerie #3552. _______________ Leeona Craven Leeona Craven, 93, of Charlotte died Jan. 11, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mrs. Craven was born Aug. 27, 1901, in Isabella County, the daughter of Levi and Inez (Ball) Metcalf. She had been a resident of Eaton County for 61 years and was a homemaker. She had also cared for the elderly for many families. She is survived by one daughter, Portia (Leon) Barnett of Charlotte; one son, James (Halina) of Lansing; three grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and one sister, Mabel Sutton of Belton, Mo. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Levi and Welby Metcalf; and five sisters, Merle Hackett, Sybil Quinlan, Ruby Metcalf, Mary Galer, and Mildred Watkin. Services were Jan. 14 at the Helms Funeral Home, Mt. Pleasant, with Edna Fleming officiating. Interment was in the Union Cemetery, Isabella County. _______________ Lana N. Crilly Lana N. Crilly, 90, of Bellevue died July 24, 1995. Mrs. Crilly was born in Bellevue Township, the daughter of Leon and Ree (Love) Bracy. She is survived by four daughters, Barbara (Lloyd) Haun, and Delores (William) Kleinfelt both of Charlotte, Genevie Sampson of Olivet, and Carol Atkins of Leonidas; two sons, John (Ruby) Crilly of Barryton, and Nyle (Deloris) Crilly of Nashville; one daughter-in-law, Helen Crilly of Olivet; 20 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; nine great-great- grandchildren; and two brothers, Ellis (Pauline) Bracy, and Charles (Ruth) Bracy. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Crilly in 1989; one son, Kenneth Crilly in 1990; one sister; and four brothers. Services were July 26 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Arnold Bracy officiating. Interment was in the West Carmel Cemetery. _______________ Leslie Davidson Leslie "Les" Guy Davidson, 86, of Grand Ledge died Jan. 5, 1995, at his home. Mr. Davidson attended W.M.U. and was an award winning dairy farmer. He was a member of F&AM #267 Olivet Lodge. He is survived by his wife, Laura; stepsons, Leo (Shirley) Lawless, and Don (Mary) Lawless of Grand Ledge; 18 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; niece, Marilyn Perry; nephews; and one sister, Agnes Butler of Charlotte. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mae, and one brother, Keith Davidson. Masonic services were Jan. 7 at the Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. Interment was in Bosworth Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Olivet Masonic Lodge #267 or Hospice of Lansing. _______________ Annette S. Davis Annette S. Davis, 95, of Homer and Florida, formerly of Vermontville, died April 3, 1995, at her home. Mrs. Davis was born Jan. 30, 1900, in Kalamo Township, the daughter of Charles and Edith Schram. From 1949-73, she lived in Vermontville and taught school in the Vermontville, Tecumseh, and Ionia public schools. She had previously lived in New York from 1934-49, and married Clarke Davis July 9, 1971, in Brooklyn, N.Y. She was a member of the First Congregational Church of Vermontville. She is survived by one nephew, Dr. Robert davis of Del Ray, Fla., and one cousin, Jean Cook-Hughes of Homer. She was preceded in death by a cousin, L. Day South March 30, 1995, with whom she made her home the last 23 years, and one brother, Ben Slout in 1975. Services were April 5 at the Tidd-Williams Funeral Chapel, Homer, with the Rev. Eric Lison officiating. Interment was in the Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Good Samaritan Hospice or Leon Draime Fund. _______________ F. Lindall Hale Davis F. Lindall Hale Davis of Bradenton, Fla., died May 28, 1995, in Riverdale after an extended illness. She is survived by three daughters, Sallie (Harry) Schmidt of Broken Bow, Neb., Sue (Jerry) Goodrich of Charlotte, and Jacqueline (Jack) Skirvin of Riverdale. _______________ Geraldine M. Davis Geraldine Margaret Davis, 76, of Potterville, formerly of Gahanna, Ohio, died Sept. 13, 1995, at her residence. Mrs. Davis was born in Boston, Mass., the daughter of Myles and Leona (Ledger) Sweeney. She was a records division clerk and dispatcher for the Columbus, Ohio, Police Department before retiring. She is survived by her husband, James; one son, James of Potterville; one granddaughter, Wendy West of South Bend, Ind.; one great-granddaughter, Carrie West of South Bend, Ind.; one sister, Irene (William) Clasby of Port Charlotte, Fla.; one brother, John (Sally) Sweeney of Port Charlotte; one brother-in-law, Henry (Thelma) Hendricks of Columbia, Mo.; friends, Rick Grieve of Potterville and Bill Curtis of Pageland, S.C.; and many nieces and nephews. Graveside services were Sept. 16 at the Forest Lawn Cemetery, Columbus. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Donald W. Davison Donald W. Davison, 82, of Eaton Rapids died Sept. 20, 1995. Mr. Davison was born Oct. 21, 1913, in Henrietta Township, Jackson County, the son of F. Arthur and Josephine (Jewell) Davison. He was retired as a shop foreman for Pro- Weld Industries in Jackson and later retired his own fabricated business, Davison Welding and Machine, on Bellevue Rd. He is survived by two daughters, Jackie Williams of Eaton Rapids, and Joan (Maurice) Hyatt of East Tawas; one stepson, James (Jan) Squires of Eaton Rapids; eight grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Carl of Jackson, and Robert of Eaton Rapids; two sisters, Katheryn Craun of Eaton Rapids, and Genevieve Southwick of Hanover; and many nieces and nephews. Services were Sept. 23, at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with Elder Jeff Torres officiating. Interment was in the Oakwood Cemetery, Hamlin Township. _______________ Irene Dawson Irene Dawson, 69, of Eaton Rapids died March 21, 1995, in Lansing. Mrs. Dawson was born July 22, 1925, in Albion, the daughter of John and Frances (Rogers) Passick. She reteired from the Eaton Stamping Co. in 1973 after 16 years of service. She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Clifford (Tuke) Dawson; one daughter, Sandra Dawson of Charlotte; three sons, Kenneth Reed of Ga., Michael Reed of Leslie, and William (Joyce) Dawson of Eaton Rapids; five brothers, John (Julie) Passick of New Baltimiore, Donald (Jackie) Passick, James Passick, Harold Passick, and Kenneth Passick all of Eaton Rapids; and several nieces and nephews. Services were March 24 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Paul Mergener officiating. Interment was in Munger Cemetery. Casket bearers were Tom Dawson, Jerry Reed, Ken Reed, Adam Reed, Herb Milbourn, and Chuck Milbourn. _______________ Forrest K. Dayton Forrest K. Dayton, 69, of Sheridan/Holland Lake, formerly of Grand Ledge, died June 10, 1995. Mr. Dayton was a graduate of Grand Ledge High School; retired superintendent for Clark Construction Company, where he worked for 37 years; and member of Dad's VFW #6132 and Local #998. Survivors include his wife, Margaret; four sons, James (Katherine), William (Lee Ann), Scott (Lu Ann), all of Grand Ledge, and Jack (Kathy) Lynch of Eaton Rapids; four daughters, Bonnie (Dave) Robertson of Charlotte, Kathleen Zimmerman, Jayne (Joe) Donovan, all of Lansing, and Kristine (Ron) DeWitt of Mason; 15 grandchildren; one great- grandchild; one brother, Leonard (Eleanor) Dayton of Grand Ledge; and one sister-in-law, Bernice Dayton of Grand Ledge. Services are held Tuesday, June 13, 11 a.m., at the Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge, with Rev. Howard Belknap officiating. Interment follows at Fairfield Township Cemetery. _______________ Omer Dean Omer Dean, 78, of Bradenton, Fla., formerly of Charlotte and Nashville, died April 10, 1995, at Bradenton. Mr. Dean was born Feb. 24, 1917, the son of Wilber and Nora (Tyler) Dean. He was a United States Army veteran of World War II and was employed by Fulton Lumber Co. for many years until his retirement. He is survived by his wife, Mary of Bradenton; two daughters, Linda (Donald) Chaffee of Bradenton and Roxie (David) Butler of Holt; two sons, Terrill (Jan) of Bradenton and Richard (Laurel) of Nashville; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; three stepchildren; five step- grandchildren; and one sister, Cecelia Burr of Kalamazoo. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services are Saturday, April 22, at 11 a.m. at the Nashville Baptist Church. _______________ Mary K. Debler Mary K. Debler, 66, died August 13, 1995 in Charlotte. Mrs. Debler was born Nov. 17, 1928, in Chicago, Il., the daughter of Alexander and Katherine (Wolff) Felder. She was a founding member of First Lutheran Church in Charlotte and a member of the Elizabeth Guild. Surviving are three sons, Marty (Susie) Debler of Mulliken, Rick (Kathy) Debler, and Ken (Rosy) Debler, both of Charlotte; one daughter, Diane (Gene) Marvin of Lansing; five grandchildren; two sisters, Delores Young of Lansing, and Florence Wilbur of Vestaburg; three brothers, Henry Felder Sr. of East Tawas, John Felder of Summerdale, Ala., and Alex Felder Jr. of Eatontown, N.J.; aunts, nieces, and nephews. Services were held Aug. 16 at First Lutheran Church in Charlotte with Pastor John Bookshaw officiating. Cremation followed the service. Arrangements were handled by Barker- Leik Funeral Home in Mulliken. _______________ Judy A. DeGrow Judith Arlene (Haist) DeGrow, 67, of Eaton Rapids, formerly of Pigeon, died Jan. 7, 1995, after a long illness. Mrs. DeGrow was born in Venice, fla., March 27, 1927, the daughter of Harry and Jean (Allan) Haist. She moved to Bach where she spent her adolescent years, moving to Pigeon in 1934 and graduated from Pigeon High School in 1944. She married Alvin DeGrow Aug. 25, 1946, at the Pigeon United Methodist Church. She hosted over 150 foreign students from many countries in Pigeon and in 1963, she and her husband visited many of those students. She was also a successful businesswoman, operating the family business when her husband was elected to the Michigan Senate. She was later honored by being elected one of the first women presidents of the local chamber of commerce. In 1984, she and her husband moved to Eaton Rapids to be closer to their children and grandchildren. She is survived by one daughter, Jane (Edward) Shotwell DeGrow of Eaton Rapids; two sons, David (Debbi) of Freeland and Michael (Katherine) of Eaton Rapids; one brother, H. Dryden (Joann) Haist of Big Rapids; six grandchildren, Dawn, Jeff, Alissa, and Aaron DeGrow, David DeGrow Shotwell, and Amy Plumstead; one great-grandson, Adam Plumstead; her parents; and one niece, Jean Zimmerman of Big Rapids. Services are Tuesday, Jan. 10, at 11 a.m. at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Tom Evans officiating. The family receives friends and relatives Wednesday, Jan. 11, from 2 to 6 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon. Memorial services are held Thursday, Jan.12, at the First United Methodist Church, Pigeon, with the Rev. willard King officiating and eulogy by DeVere Sturm. Interment is in the Grandlawn Cemetery, Pigeon. Memorial contributions may be made to the Community Heritage Foundation, 902 Raeburn St., Eaton Rapids, Mich. 48827. _______________ Matthew A. DeWaters Matthew Aaron DeWaters, 20, of Charlotte died Sept. 20, 1995, at his home. Mr. DeWaters was born in Charlotte, the son of Steven and Pamela (Jones) DeWaters. He was a 1995 graduate of Charlotte High School and employed at Meijer's warehouse, Lansing. He is survived by his mother, Pam (Roger McCartney) DeWaters of Charlotte; his father, Steve (Renee) of St. Johns; one brother, Robbie Jones of Charlotte; two sisters, Angela DeWaters of Lansing and Sarah McCartney of Charlotte; one brother, Jason of St. Johns; two stepsisters, Stacey McCartney of Florida and Sabrina Halstead of Charlotte; one stepbrother, Roger McCartney Jr.; his grandparents, Ila (Ed) Sommer of Dimondale, James Jones of St. Johns, and Phyllis Pettis of Florida; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Memorial Mass was Sept. 23 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Charlotte, with Fr. Thomas Nenneau officiating. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Rudy O. Dickson Rudy O. Dickson, 69, of Eaton Rapids, died Aug. 26, 1995. Mr. Dickson was born June 16, 1926, in Lansing. He was a veteran of World War II and the Korean Conflict. He retired from the Michigan National Guard and the U.S. Postal Service. He was a life member of the Disabled American Veterans and St. Peters Catholic Church. He was a volunteer for the American Red Cross Food Production and Community Christian Action Group, and many other community organizations. He is survived by his wife, Rita; three daughters, Janet (Al) Weilbaecher of East Lansing, Kathy Brooks, and Lou Ann (Roger) Ward both of Lansing; three sons, Michael (Linda) of Laingsburg, Patrick of Oregon, and Thomas (Debbie) of Dimondale; 14 grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; two brothers, Lorenzo and Orland both of Mecosta; three sisters, Carrie Gleason of Laingsburg, Pearl Bigger of Charlotte, and Stella VanHeck of Shelbyville. Services were Aug. 29 at St. Peters Catholic Church, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Edward O'Grady officiating. Interment was in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, with military graveside services provided by the Michigan National Guard. Arrangements were made by the Gorsline-Runciman Co., Lansing Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Peters Catholic Church, Eaton Rapids. _______________ Ellsworth D. Disbrow Ellsworth D. "Diz" Disbrow, 57, of Eaton Rapids died April 15, 1995, at his home. Mr. Disbrow was born March 1, 1938, in Lansing, the son of J.E. and Estina (Bunker) Disbrow. He was raised in Eaton Rapids/Hamlin Township, and was a 1957 graduate of Eaton Rapids High School (King Street). He married Marjorie Graham in Nashville Dec. 4, 1960. He was a former employee of Diamond Reo. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Marjorie; one daughter, Peggy Disbrow of Eaton Rapids; one son, Martin of Eaton Rapids; his mother, Estina Disbrow of Eaton Rapids; two sisters, Viola Blaine of Lansing and Leona (Bob) Barker of Eaton Rapids; two brothers in law, Ray (Janice) Graham of Nashville and Jim Graham of Hastings; nieces and nephews, Robert (Brenda) Hillard, Everett (Vivian) Hillard, William (Kelli) Hillard, Estina (Justin) Banks, Jay Blaine, Janice (Joe) Barker, Brenda Graham, Corrine Graham, Ann Graham, Jamie Graham, Gordon Graham; and several grand nieces and nephews, Lindsey, Kelli, Eric, Tony, Heather, Brittany, and Christopher Hillard, Devlin Graham, and Ashley, Barbara, and Shannon Barker. He was preceded in death by his father, J.E., and two infant sons, Ellsworth and James. Services are Tuesday, April 18, at 3 p.m. at the Shelly- Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Chris Bigg officiating. Interment is in the Greenwood Cemetery, Aurelius. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice. _______________ Clifford W. Ditchfield Clifford W. Ditchfield, 78, of Orlando, Fla., formerly of Charlotte, died June 26, 1995. Mr. Ditchfield was born Nov. 6, 1916, in Judith Gap, Mont., the son of Williard and Amanda (Raymer) Ditchfield. He resided in Charlotte and Orlando most of his life. He was in the Civilian Conservation Corps during the Depression and worked at the Willow Run Bomber Plant during World War II. He was employed by the Minor Walton Bean Company of Charlotte, and also worked for Fisher Body, and was an independent truck driver. He was a member of the Eagles #3552. He is survived by two daughters, Rosalie (Otho) Flippin of Orlando, and Katherine (Donald) Ells of Charlotte; one son, Kenneth Ditchfield of Orlando; 11 grandchildren, Bill, Gene, Steve, and Crystal White, Ruth Rowland, Allen Ells, Linda McDiarmid, Michael Ells, Sanddra Wehr, and Todd and Brian Ditchfield; and 14 great-grandchildren. Interment will be in the Carmel Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Andi L. Donth Andi Lynn Donth, infant daughter of Robert and Shannon (Becktel) Donth, of Eaton Rapids died Dec. 1, 1995, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing. Andi was born October 30, 1995. In addition to her parents, she is survived by two sisters, Allison and Jennifer; one brother, Franchot; her grandparents, Clifford and Rosemond Donth of Port St. Lucie, Fla., Robert and Sarah Dunn of Eaton Rapids, and Richard and Barbara Becktel of Lansing; and her great-grandmother, Hilda Braatz of Charlotte. Graveside services were Dec. 4 at Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte, with Deacon Robert McPellemay officiating. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Patrice A Dornan Patrice A. Dornan, 40, of Pine Bluffs, Wyo., formerly of Charlotte, died March 20, 1995, in an automobile accident near her home in Kimball County, Neb. Miss Dornan was born March 18, 1955, in Eaton Rapids, the daughter of Ivan and Kathleen (Shumaker) Dornan. She attended school in Charlotte and moved to Kimball in 1975 and to Pine Bluffs in 1990. She is survived by two sons, Adam and Andrew Dornan, both of Pine Bluffs; four daughters, Candace Brown of Los Gatos, Calif., Judy Franklin of Muncie, Ind., and Sarah and Kathy Dunlap, both of Pine Bluffs; her parents, vic and Kit Dornan of Traverse City; two brothers, Michael of Thibodaux, La., and Gregory of Hickory, N.C.; two sisters, Vicki Brown of Kingsley and Susan Dover of Venus, Fla.; her grandmother, Ina Shumaker of Vermontville; and three grandchildren. Services were March 25 at the Cantrell Funeral Home, Kimball, Neb., with the Rev. Tedd Mathis officiating. Interment was in the Albin Cemetery, Albin, Wyo. A memorial has been established for the family. _______________ Adolph Douse Jr. Adolph Douse Jr., 85, of Nashville died May 18, 1995, at Lakeland Regional Medical Center, Lakeland, Fla. Mr. Douse was born Sept. 16, 1909, in Nashville, the son of Adolph and Theresa (Himmler) Douse. He graduated from Nashville High School in 1927 and Ferris State College in 1932 with a degree in pharmacy. He owned and operated Douse Rexall Drug Store, Nashville, for many years where be began working in 1927. He married Rose Laeder July 9, 1944. He was a member of the Nashville Masonic Lodge, Nashville United Methodist Church, Nashville Village Council where he served as village president, Nashville Board of Education, Nashville Chamber of Commerce, Nashville Lions Club, and received the Golden Eagle Award for 50 years as a pharmacist. He and his wife retired to Lakeland where he belonged to the shuffleboard club. He is survived by two sons, Kermit (Debbe) of Lansing and Steven (Karen) of Brentwood, Tenn.; four grandchildren, Justin, Marina, Katherine, and Christopher; three sisters, Theresa (Harold) Voelker of St. Petersburg, Fla., Agnes Cast of Lake Odessa, and Pauline (Carl) Lehman of Bellevue; one brother, Kenneth of Charlotte; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Rose March 7, 1987, an infant daughter, Barbara, one sister, Mildred Cuthbert, and an infant brother, Rudolph. Services are Tuesday, May 23, at 11 a.m. at the Nashville UMC with the Rev. James Hynes officiating. Interment is in the Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Chapel-Lehman Funeral Home, Nashville. Memorial donations may be made to the Nashville UMC. _______________ Myrtle E. Downing Myrtle Elizabeth Downing, 67, of Portland died July 6, 1995, in Lake Odessa. Mrs. Downing was born Feb. 2, 1928, in Ludington, the daughter of Jerome and Alice (Shafer) Thompson. She was a 1946 graduate of Lansing Eastern High School and a 1951 graduate of the Sparrow School of Nursing. She was a registered nurse at Sparrow Hospital, retiring from Ionia County Memorial Hospital. She married Bruce Downing March 28, 1953, in Lansing. She is survived by her husband, Bruce of Portland; two daughters, Vicki (Joe) Bowerman of Portland and Diane (Mike) Black if Lake Odessa; two sons, James (Nancy) of Portland and Thomas (Linnea) of Lake Odessa; 10 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; one sister, Marlene Follick of Lansing; and two brothers, Lawrence Thompson and Kenneth Thompson, both of Traverse City. She was preceded in death by one grandchild and one brother, Jerome Thompson. Services were July 8 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes- Fisher Chapel, Sunfield, with the Rev. Robert Besemer officiating. Interment was in Sunset Memorial Gardens, Ionia. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. _______________ Alice M. Draper Alice M. Draper, 93, of Lansing died July 25, 1995, at Whitehills Health Care Center. Mrs. Draper was born in Springfield, Ohio, the daughter of Howard and Jessie (Nye) Larie. She was employed by Wilcox-Gay and Recordio Corporation, both of Charlotte, for 20 years and was a receptionist for Pray Funeral Home for 15 years. She is survived by two sons, Richard (Elaine) of Hawaii and Charles (Judy) of Lake; 11 grandchildren; several great- grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Durell in 1959 and one son, Robert in 1985. Services were July 29 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Mary Alice Dunn Mary Alice Dunn, 60, of Lansing, died Oct. 3, 1995. Mrs. Dunn was born March 4, 1935, in Charlotte, the daughter of Arthur and Hazel (Day) Howe. She married Lester Dunn on Nov. 29, 1957. She had just begun her 38th year in eduation which included 29 years teaching, three years counseling, five years as Title 1, Part B Program Inservice Coordinator, and several summers as summer school principal. She was active in the Lansing School Education Association currently serving as vice president, member of the board of directors and bargaining team, and formerly as grievance chairperson. She was a life member of the National Education Association, delegate to the annual NEA conferences and a member and past president of the Capital Area Reading Council. She served on and chaired several Lansing School District curriculum steering committees and helped in planning and writing educational materials and programs. She trained student teachers from Michigan State University for many years. She was honored in 1989 with the Joseph T. Vellanti Award for Outstanding Professional Service to the LSEA and received the 1991-92 LSEA President's Award for Outstanding Service. On June 2, 1994, she was the first recipient of the Elsie A. Maile Memorial Award for Outstanding Elementary Teacher. She graduated from Western Michigan University in 1957 with a bachelors degree in elementary education. She received her masters degree in counseling and guidance in 1966 and education specialist degree in 1975 from Michigan State University. She was former secretary and scholarship chairman for Zeta Chapter of Alpha Beta Epsilon Sorority. She was an active member of Grace United Methodist Church where she currently was chairperson of the Missions Commission. She was a member of the Council of Ministries, the church administrative board, and a liturgist for Sunday worship, member of the United Methodist Women's Group and chairperson for Christian Global Concerns. She is survived by two sons, Michael (Deborah) of Lathrup Village, and Steven of Lansing; one daughter, Marles (John) Ludwig of Scotts; three grandchildren, John-Paul, Nicholas, and Danielle Ludwig of Scotts; one brother, George (Janie) Howe of Eaton Rapids; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lester, Nov. 2, 1990. A memorial service to celebrate the life of Mary Dunn was Oct. 6 at Grace United Methodist Church, Lansing, with the Pastor Richard Johns officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mary Dunn Scholarship Fund. _______________ Lida M. Dunning Lida M. Dunning, 91, of Charlotte died April 7, 1995. Mrs. Dunning was a lifelong resident of Charlotte, farming on her parents and grandparents farm her entire life. She had been very active in volunteer work within the community. She was formerly involved with 4-H and Scouts and was a life member of Eastern Star. When Hayes Green Beach Hospital was in need, she was there making cubical curtains, bedspreads, and surgical sheets. The list of her community service projects and accomplishments are far too numerous to list. In 1992, she received the Senior Citizen of the Year Award for Service at the Michigan State Fair and received the same award at the Eaton County 4-H Fair. She received the Eaton County Farm Bureau Outstanding Woman Award, distinguished Service Award, certificate of merit for 50 years of active service in the National Association for Family and Community Service, certificates of appreciation for the Capital Area Community Services, and Walk for Warmth for home heating assistance. In later years, with her mobility limited, she crocheted lap robes for nursing home residents and mittens for under privileged children and worked in the office at CACS. She is survived by three sons, Robert (Sharlot) of Oklahoma, William (Edie) of Florida, and Edward (Carla) of Charlotte; one daughter, Rose (John) Gardner of Charlotte; 18 grandchildren; and 35 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Noel and one son, John. Services were April 10 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to Hayes Green Beach Hospital or the Cripple Children's Fund. _______________ Thelma E. Edwards Thelma E. Edwards, 89, of Hastings, formerly of Battle Creek, died Oct. 24, 1995, at Tendercare of Hastings. Mrs. Edwards was born July 22, 1906, in Sunfield, the daughter of William and Verna (Shaffer) Cheal. She attended Sunfield High School and retired from the Battle Creek Sanitorium. She married Kenneth Lancaster in 1922 and that marriage ended in divorce. She then married James Edwards and he died in 1978. She was a member of the Urbandale Baptist Church. She is survived by one daughter, Winnie (Lancaster) (Jack) Foote of Hastings; two grandchildren, and four great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her second husband, James, one sister, and two brothers. Graveside services were Oct. 28 at the Sunfield Cemetery with the Rev. Russell Sarver officiating. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice. _______________ Loren H. Ellison Loren H. Ellison, 89, of Charlotte, died Dec. 30, 1994, at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility. Mr. Ellison was the son of Walter and Ida May (Howard) Ellison. He retired from Fisher Body after 32 years of employment, and was a member of the U.A.W.C.I.O. Union. Mr. Ellison was a charter member of the Christian Reformed Church of Charlotte. He is survived by one son, Bruce (Ilene) of Saranac; one daughter, Joyce Vredevoodg of Grand Rapids; one sister, Lela Doane of Sunfield; 5 grandchildren; and 4 great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marie, and one son, Robert. Services were Jan. 2 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. David Henry officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Clara L. Elmendorf Clara L. Elmendorf, 79, of Bellevue died May 9, 1995, at Bronson Methodist Hospital, Kalamazoo. Mrs. Elmendorf was born June 30, 1915, in Columbus, Ohio, the daughter of Grover and Louise (Heskett) Hoffhines. She married Everett Elmendorf Dec. 4, 1954, in Lansing and they moved to Detroit in 1954, returning to Bellevue in 1971 after he retired from Cadillac Division, General Motors Corp. She was a homemaker and member of the Charlotte VFW Post #2406 Auxiliary. She had been a resident of Bronson Place Care Center since 1986. She is survived by one sister, Bessie Foor of Columbus, Ohio; one niece, Therese Ketterman of Willow Park, Texas; and one sister-in-law, Betty Hoffhines of Tonganoxie, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her husband, Everett in 1985. Graveside services were May 12 at the Riverside Cemetery, Bellevue, with the Charlotte VFW Post #2406 Auxiliary officiating. Arrangements were made by the Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue. _______________ Donald L. Emery Donald L. Emery, 70, of Jonesville died Feb. 7, 1995 at the Michigan Capital Medical Center, Lansing. Mr. Emery was born Nov. 7, 1923, in Albion, the son of Clyde and Clara Belle (Shaffer) Emery. He was a WWII Army Veteran, a tool and die maker for Clark Equipment in Jackson. He was a member of the Paralyzed Veterans of America and a member of the Jonesville Presbyterian Church. He is survived by one son, Donald Emery Jr. of North Carolina; and two brothers, Thomas Emery of Charlotte, and Richard Emery of St. Cloud, Fla. Graveside services will be held today, Feb. 11, at the Albion Memory Gardens, with the Rev. James Brazell officiating. Arrangements were made by the Albion Chapel of Tidd-Williams Funeral Chapels, Inc. Memorial contributions may be made to the Elk's Crippled Children Fund. _______________ Delbert M. Englerth Delbert M. Englerth, 74, of Vermontville, formerly of Hastings, died June 21, 1995, at the home of his step- daughter, Anita Pyle of Hastings. Mr. Englerth was born May 9, 1921, in Kennen, Wis., the son of Joseph and Grace (Heacock) Englerth. He was raised on a farm in North Dakota where he attended school. He came to the Hastings area in 1939 and was employed at General Motors, Ford Motor Co., and Hastings Piston Ring. He owned three auto salvage businesses and sold Ramblers at his auto sales business. He married May Weber in 1971. He was a member of the Kalamo Masonic Lodge where he was a 32 Degree Mason, and the Kalamo Eastern Star. He had a collection of antique gas and steam cars and engines and belonged to the Kalamazoo Valley Antique Gar & Steam Engine Club, Heston, Ind. Gas and Steam Engine Club, LaPorte County Historical Steam Society, and Charlton Park Gas and Steam Engine Club. He is survived by his wife, May; two sons, Joe Englerth of Kalamazoo, and Gary Englerth of Hastings; one daughter, Pamela Bauer of Georgia, three step-daughters, Anita (Jim) Pyle of Hastings, Donna (Bob) Whittenburg of Chicago, and Barbara (Bobbie) Wayne of Florida; one step-son, Jim Weber of Belleville; 11 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; one sister, Donna (Don) Kosbar of Hastings; and numerous cousins. He was preceded in death by his twin brother, Dewayne Englerth in 1994. Services were June 23 at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville, with the Rev. Merlin Pratt of the Dowling County Chapel officiating. Interment was in Kalamo Cemetery, Kalamo Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the Barry Community Hospice. _______________ Shirley K. Enness Shirley K. Enness, 58, of Mulliken, died Dec. 1, 1995, in Dimondale. Mrs. Enness was born in Lansing, the daughter of Wilbur and Margaret (Corey) Law. She was a member of the Corn Cob Cloggers and a 15-year employee of Hudson's. She is survived by her husband of 38 years, Karl; one daughter, Karla (Gary) Miller of Eaton Rapids; one son, Scott (Sandra) of Lansing; two brothers, Larry (Priscilla) Law of Vermontville and Lester (Kathy) Law of Citra, Fla.; six sisters, Mary Lou (Ray) Johnson of Stanwood, Sharon Stanton of Nashville, Roberta (Ken) Shilton of Vermontville, Carol (Jim) Pompa of Citra, Sherry (Jerry) Wells of Grand Ledge, and Lynette (Robert) Hall of North Lyons; four grandchildren, Kristy Miller, Samantha Miller, Emma Enness, and Zachary Enness; and several nieces and nephews. Services are Tuesday, Dec. 5, at 11 a.m. at the Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge, with the Fr. Michael Kuchar officiating. Interment is in the Danby Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Lawrence Dimondale Center arts and crafts fund. _______________ Russell L. Ertman Russell L. Ertman, 45, of Harrison, died Oct. 6, 1995. Mr. Ertman was born Jan. 23, 1950, the son of Otto and Pauliene Ertman. He was a 1968 graduate of Potterville High School and served in the Vietnam War. Surviving are his mother, Pauliene of Harrison; one son, Shayne of Charlotte; one daughter, Misty of Charlotte; two sisters, Lennie (Robert) Sparks of Lansing and Linda (Jim) Elkins of Harrison; two brothers, Larry of Harrison and Harold of Denver, Colo.; and several nieces and nephews. Services were held Oct. 8 at Trinity Christian Life Center in Harrison. Memorial contributions may be made to the Russell Ertman Children's Memorial Fund, Charlotte. _______________ William J. Fedewa William J. "Red" Fedewa, 81, of Grand Ledge died March 21, 1995. Mr. Fedewa was a long-time area resident, a retired floor covering installer, a member of St. Michael Church, and an avid sports fan. Survivors include three daughters, Jayne (Donald) Sokoloski of East Lansing, Rebecca (Ronald) Hayes of Grand Ledge, and Cynthia (Lemuel) Hunt of Vermontville; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two brothers, Bernard Fedewa of St. Charles and Vern Fedewa of New Lothrop; four sisters, Marianne Bishop and Estelle Birchmier, both of new Lothrop, Etta Mayhew of Portland, and Annette Constine of Chesaning. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley, one brother, and one sister. Services were held March 24 at St. Michael Church in Grand Ledge, with Rev. Sylvester Fedewa officiating. Interment followed at North Eagle Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Hospice of Lansing. Arrangements were handled by the Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. _______________ Charles E. Fellem Sr. Charles Edward Fellem Sr., 69, of Vermontville died Sept. 5, 1995, of Lou Gehrig Disease. Mr. Fellem was born July 19, 1926, in Nelsonville, Ohio, the son of Guy and Ruth (Wagner) Fellem. He was a locomotive engineer, retiring in 1988 after 40 years of service with the Grand Trunk Western Railroad. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He is survived by his wife, Dolores; two sons, Dennis (Cheryl) of DeWitt, and Charles Jr. (Robin) of New Mexico; one daughter, Cindy Fellem of Lapeer; mother, Ruth Riecker of Vermontville; and two grandsons, mark Shook and Matthew Thatcher. Services were Sept. 8 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. William Sanders officiating. Interment was in the Kalamo Cenetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice or the ALS Association Foundation. _______________ Jessie I. Fhaner Jessie Ibba Fhaner, 95, of Potterville died July 30, 1995, at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility, Charlotte. Mrs. Fhaner was born in Benton Township, the daughter of fletcher and Etta (Hamill) Merrill. She was affiliated with Silas Feen VFW Post #6034 and worked for years at J.W. Knapp's and Arbaugh's department stores in Lansing. She is survived by one daughter, Jeannette VanLoton of Potterville; two sons, Fletcher of Potterville and Robert of Prudenville; six grandchildren, Richard and Jerry Fhaner, Lewis Page, Jill Krusell, Ann Newman, and Carolyn Carroll. She was preceded in death by her husband, Claude. Visitation is Tuesday, Aug. 1, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Services are Wednesday, Aug. 2, at 3:30 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Tom Peters officiating. Interment is in the West Benton Cemetery. _______________ William H. Fickes William Henry Fickes, 78, of Charlotte died Nov. 25, 1995, at his residence. Mr. Fickes was born in Charlotte, the son of William and Sadie (Oster) Fickes. He was an employee of Fisher Body for over 30 years before retiring. He was a member of the Eagles Aerie 3552. He is survived by two sisters, Isa (Arthur) Ellsworth of Lansing, and Clarabell of Salt Lake City, Utah; and two brothers, Robert (Bobbie) of Vermontville, and Richard of Mishawaka, Ind. Services were Nov. 29 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Pastor Eric Lison officiating. Interment was in the West Carmel Cemetery. _______________ Harold F. Field Harold F. "Skinny" Field, 85, of Wolverine, formerly of Charlotte, died April 4, 1995, at a Petosky hospital after a short illness. Mr. Field was born in Franklin, Ohio, the son of Theodore and Mary Etta (Mayne) Field. He grew up in Eaton Rapids, was a graduate of ER High School, and an outstanding athlete in his school days. He and his wife, Izzy, lived in Eaton County for many years and were owners of the Speedway Market on M-50 between Charlotte and Eaton Rapids in the 1950s and '60s. He is survived by his wife of over 50 years, Isabelle (Paquette) of Wolverine; one daughter, Peggy Cowling of Potterville; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Carl and George. No services were held. Interment was in the Eaton Rapids Cemetery. _______________ Katherine Fielder Katherine (Shepherd) Fielder, 79, of Charlotte, died April 16, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, after an extended illness. Mrs. Fielder was born in Ohio, the daughter of Howard and Floy (Bush) Shepherd and has been a Charlotte resident most of her life. She was a graduate of Charlotte High School. She and her husband, Charles, operated Fielders Deluxe Cleaners in Charlotte from 1947-67. She is survived by one son, Paul of Okemos, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles, on Oct. 10, 1986. Private services will be held at a later date. Arrangements were made by Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte. _______________ Donald J. Fields Donald J. Fields, 72, of Charlotte died Dec. 6, 1995. Mr. Fields was born April 2, 1923, in Jackson, the son of the Rev. Russell and Mary (Billings) Fields. He was a 1946 graduate of Western Michigan University with a bachelor's degree and a 1954 graduate of Michigan State University with a master's degree in social work. He was employed by the Michigan Department of Social Services, retiring in January 1981, as director of quality control audits. He was a member of the First Baptist Church, Charlotte, from 1935 until his death, and the Friends of the Library. He was a benefactor of the Charlotte Library, a life member of the MSU Alumni Association, the President's Club of Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, the Charlotte Rotary Club and a Paul Harris Fellow, Masonic F&AM Lodge #412 of Mulliken, the Royal Arch Masonic Order of Portland, Green Valley, Ariz., BPOE Club #2592, the Men's Club of Green Valley, and the Signa Tau Fraternity of WMU. He is survived by one son, Larry Matecki Fields of Charlotte; one aunt; and several cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, the Rev. Russell Fields in January 1956, who had been pastor of the First Baptist Church in Charlotte from 1928 until his retirement in 1946, and his mother, Mary Fields in January 1957. Services were Dec. 9 at the First Baptist Church, 1010 S. Cochran, Charlotte, with the Rev. Charles Moore and the Rev. Peter Brenner officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church, Charlotte, for the Donald J. Fields Memorial Fund or Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. _______________ Marilyn L. Finnis Marilyn (Hansen) L. Finnis, 63, of Battle Creek died March 23, 1995. Mrs. Finnis was born March 25, 1931, in Trufant, the daughter of Irving and Seda (Little) Hansen. She was a graduate of Lansing Eastern High School and attended St. Philip Catholic Church in Battle Creek. She married Robert Finnis April 26, 1951, in Lansing. She is survived by her husband, Robert; seven daughters, Susan Wilson of Petoskey, Sharon James, Mary Goodwin, Barbara Armstrong, and Amy Oliver, all of Battle Creek, Patricia Wilson of Wood Dale, Ill., and Nancy West of Tacoma, Wash.; four sons, Alan of Battle Creek, Daniel of Marshall, Kenn of Seminole, Fla., and Brian of New Port Richey, Fla.; 19 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; her father, Irving Hansen of Lansing; one brother, Thomas Hansen of Eaton Rapids; and one sister, Alice Theisen of North Carolina. Services were March 27 at St. Philip Catholic Church, Battle Creek, with the Rev. Fr. Robert Irish officiating. Interment was in Memorial Park Cemetery, Battle Creek. Arrangements were made by the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service, Battle Creek. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society and Concern for Critters. _______________ Allen R. Fisher Allen R. "Al" Fisher, 68, of Interlochen, formerly of Charlotte, a retired piano technician, died May 24, 1995, at Munson Medical Center, Traverse City. Mr. Fisher was born March 12, 1927, in Charlotte, the son of Abram and Eula (Ells) Fisher. He was a piano technician at Interlochen Arts Academy for 28 years, retiring in October 1992. He had also worked with the Baldwin Organ Co. as a piano repairman and the Lansing Public School district. A former resident of Charlotte and Lansing, he was a graduate of the Michigan School for the Blind in Lansing and the Cincinnati, Ohio Conservatory of Music where he received a certificate of piano technology in August 1952. He was a member of the Central United Methodist Church, Traverse City, and active in Scouting for many years, both as a Boy Scout and Scout leader. He was also a volunteer firefighter with Green Lake Township. A life member of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity of America, Gamma Epsilon Chapter, he sang in many choirs locally, was a member of the Grand Traverse Chorale of Northwestern Michigan College, and a member of the MNC Community Band. He was also active with the Traverse City High School music department. He was a ham radio operator and a member of the American Radio Relay League. He was also a member of the Civil Air Patrol and Experimental Aircraft Association. He is survived by two sisters, Mary (Lloyd) Feasel of Battle Creek and Kathryn Barger of Brownsville, Fla.; one brother, Julius (Margaret) Fisher of Charlotte; one sister- in-law, Beverly Buchmann of Mesa, Ariz.; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters, Shirley, Dayton and Robert. Cremation has taken place. Private family services are pending. Interment was in the West Carmel Cemetery, Charlotte. Arrangements were made by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home, Traverse City. Memorial contributions may be made to the Central UMC, 222 Cass St., Traverse City, Mich. 49684. _______________ Margaret M. Fisher Margaret M. Fisher, 77, of Charlotte died Oct. 16, 1995, after a lengthy illness. Mrs. Fisher was born in Barry County, the daughter of William and Anna Marie (Sorenson) Root and had lived most of her life in the Charlotte area. She was a member of the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church and its Deborah Circle and a long time Red Cross volunteer at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Gaylord; three daughters, Carol (Lynn) Sumerix of Eaton Rapids, Joann (Stephen) Tinsley of Richardson, Texas, and Brenda (William) Apt of Bellingham, Wash.; four grandchildren, Tyler Sumeriz and Rachael, Ryan, and Colin Apt; and one brother, Faye "Bud" Root of Charlotte. She was preceded in death by two sons, Jeffrey Fisher in 1977 and William Fisher in 1981, and one sister, Nona Brandon in 1993. Services were Oct. 20 at the LAUMC with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Arrangements were made by the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to charity of one's choice. _______________ William Flessner William Flessner, 94, of Pontiac, Ill., formerly of Charlotte, died July 20, 1995, at the Even Glow Lodge, Pontiac. Mr. Flessner was born in Charlotte, Ill., the son of Henry and Mary (Becker) Flessner. He was a retired farmer and a member of the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist church and the Eaton County Farm Bureau. He is survived by two sons, the Rev. Raymond (Joyce) of Colon and Lloyd (Winifred) of Burnips; seven grandchildren; one step-grandchild; and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Martha, in 1984, and one son, Karl, in 1960. Services were July 24 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lawrence Avenue UMC. _______________ Catherine E. Flood Catherine E. Flood, 77, a Charlotte resident since 1990, died June 21, 1995. Mrs. Flood was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., the daughter of Archibald and Irene Hogan. She was an executive secretary for Greenwald Manufacturing. She was a member of St. Mary Altar Society and the Happy Years Club, a volunteer at the Hayes Green Beach Hospital Gift Shop, and a "Reading Grandma" for the St. Mary School. She is survived by one son, William (Catherine) O'Brien; two step-children, Robert Flood and Joan Tracy; three grandchildren, Catherine, Michael, and Amanda O'Brien; one brother, Herbert Hogan of Glendale, N.Y.; and one sister, Florence Skelton of Ridgewood, N.Y. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Flood, in 1993. Services were June 23 at St. Mary Catholic Church, Charlotte, with the Father Thomas Nenneau officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery. _______________ Arthur D. Florine Arthur D. Florine, 61, died Jan. 16, 1994, in Eaton Rapids. He was born April 10, 1933, in Flushing, the son of Theodore and Vera (Moak) Florine. He was a carpenter and had worked for the Small Package Delivery Co. in Lansing for a couple of years. He was a member of the Church of the Nazarene in Eaton Rapids. He is survived by his wife, Virginia; three stepsons, Mark (Deb) Lilly of South Dakota, Kenneth Lilly of Lansing, and Timothy Lilly of Leslie; five grandchildren; several great-granchildren; two brothers, Robert (Shirley) of Flint and Howard (Mary Ann) of Chicago; one sister, Janet (Roger) Erickson of Oklahoma City, Okla.; and several nieces and nephews. Services were Jan. 20 at the Church of the Nazarene, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Gary Bright officiating. Interment was in Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Arrangements were made by Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the Church of the Nazarene Parking Lot Fund. _______________ William R. Ford Sr. William R. Ford Sr., 65, of Grand Ledge, formerly of Charlotte, died June 8, 1995, in Delta Township. Mr. Ford was born Dec. 30, 1929, in Ellwood City, Penn. He was a 1957 graduate of Olivet College and retired in 1991 from Universal Hoover in Charlotte after 36 years of service and was a former stock broker. He served in the United States Air Force for six years and was a Civil War buff, visiting many battlefields with his family. He was a charter member of the Charlotte Frontier Days Committee. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Margaret; one daughter, Christina (Woody) Worden of Portage; three sons, William Jr. of Lansing, Timothy (Tammy) of Fargo, N.D., and Stuart of Lansing; three grandchildren, Matthew and Rebecca Worden and Cherie Ford; his parents, Ray and Ina Ford of Ellwood City, Penn.; one brother, Ted (Jean) of New Castle, Penn.; and two sisters, Carol (John) Rozanski of Ellwood City and Janine (John) Nicholl of Woodland Park, Colo. Services were June 12 at the Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge, with military graveside services at the Fort Custer National Cemetery, Battle Creek. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. _______________ Ruth M. Forshey Ruth Maxine Forshey, 76, died Jan. 25, 1995, at St. Lawrence Hospital, Lansing. Mrs. Forshey was born Dec. 26, 1918, in Harrisville, the daughter of Bertha (O'Dell) and Grover Noyes. She moved to the Sunfield area in 1936 when she married Robert Forshey. She worked for a grocery store owned by George McPhale in downtown Sunfield and was also employed at the Corner Store, owned by Carl Dow, now J n M's Store in Sunfield, Hastings Manufacturing, then Sparrow Hospital, Lansing, in the microbiology laboratory, from which she retired in 1979. She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary, the Rebekahs, Daughters of the Union Veterans of the Civil War, and Lakewood Community Ambulance Auxiliary. She is survived by one daughter, Sheila (Fred) VanVleck of Sunfield; two sons, Monty (Alice) of Lake Odessa and Vance (Karen) of Sunfield; and two great-granddaughters. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert March 3, 1959, an infant son, one brother, Grover Noyes in World War II, and one sister, Marion Presley. Services were Jan. 28 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes- Fisher Chapel, Sunfield, with the Rev. Kevin Cherry officiating. Interment was in the Sunfield Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Daughters of the Union Veterans. _______________ Barbara L. Foster Barbara Louise Foster, 68, of Vermontville died March 30, 1995, at her home. Mrs. Foster was born Aug. 16, 1926, in Lansing, the daughter to Kenneth and Martha (Tucker) Howell. She graduated from Everett High School, Lansing, and attended Melba's Beauty College in Lansing. She married Wayne Foster Feb. 28, 1946, in Lansing, the couple lived in Kansas from 1946-54. She had farmed with her husband in Vermontville since then and drove a school bus for the Maple Valley Public Schools for 20 years. She was a member of Eastern Star in Kansas, Vermontville, and Kalamo, serving as Worthy Matron, President of the Eaton County Association of Eastern Star, and was a member of the sunshine committee for the Grand Chapter of the Michigan Eastern Star Grand Family. She is survived by her husband, Wayne; two daughters, Linda (Doug) Lewis of Vicksburg and Barbara Lee (Jeff) Byington of Vermontville; two sons, Troy (Sharon) Crabtree of Peaver, S.D., and Kenneth (Marsha) Foster of Charlotte; 13 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one sister, Martha Rabidou. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services are Wednesday, April 5, at 2:30 p.m. at the Gresham United Methodist Church with Richard Garn, Doug Stall, and the Kalamo Order of Eastern Star officiating. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Kalamo OES or the American Diabetes Association. _______________ George H. Fox George H. Fox, 89, of Charlotte died July 22, 1995, in Lansing. Mr. Fox was born in Eaton County, the son of Frank and Ethel (O'Dell) Fox. He was an electrician for General Motors for 35 years, retiring in 1966, and also farmed. He was a member of UAW Local #652, the Cheerful Campers, King's Campers, Fountain City Squares, Rocking Squares, Olivet Senior Citizens, Eaton County Farm Bureau, and The Dirty Dozen senior citizens group. He is survived by one son, Lynn (Linda) of Charlotte; two daughters, Jane Burt of Charlotte and Bonnie (Glen) Larson of Okemos; eight grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Geneva, in 1993, and one daughter, Norma (Fox) Stoye in 1987. Services were July 24 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Mike Knauff officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Olivet Senior Citizens. _______________ Kathleen E. France Kathleen Elizabeth France, 63, of Olivet, formerly of Wickliffe, Ken., died May 11, 1995, at Oaklawn Hospital, Marshall. Mrs. France was forn March 20, 1932, in Wickliffe, the daughter of Bertram and Valeria (Godwin) Dennis. She was a member of the Baptist faith. She is survived by one daughter, Polly of Olivet; two sons, Dennis France and Allen France, both of Olivet; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; one sister, Carolyn Petit of Nashville, Tenn.; and two brothers, Barkely Dennis of Nashville, and Rodney Dennis of Cairo, Ill. She was preceded in death by her husband, Billy, two brothers, David Dennis and Bobby Dennis, and one grandson, Matthew France. Graveside services were May 13 at Bethlehem Cemetery, Wickliffe. _______________ George A. Frey George Adam Frey, 99, of Charlotte died Dec. 9, 1995, at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility, Charlotte. Mr. Frey was born in Saginaw County, the son of Joseph and Agnes Frey. He had owned and operated his own farm and was affiliated with the Eaton County Farm Bureau. He is survived by one son, Wayne (Martha) of Charlotte; one daughter, Beverly McDonald of Charlotte; six grandchildren, Mary Frey, Cathy Frey, Mike (Mary) Frey, Bill Frey, Greg McDonald, and Anne (Eli) Stanesa; two great- grandchildren; and one sister, Catherine Fluery of Florida. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marguerite in 1988. Visitation is Tuesday, Dec. 12, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Services are Wednesday, Dec. 13, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Noel Hall-Niemann and the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment is in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Clayton W. Friar Clayton W. Friar, 69, of Charlotte died March 1, 1995. Mr. Friar was born in Arkansas, the son of Marion and Mollie (Johnson) Friar. He served with the United States Navy during World War II and was a repairman with Consumers Power co., retiring in 1981 after 30 years of service. He was a charter member of Eagles Aerie #3552, Charlotte. He is survived by two sisters, Jewell Carter of Red Bluff, Calif., and Lenora Merrick of Battle Creek; one brother, Clinton of Charlotte; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mollie in 1971 and Marion in 1974. Services were March 4 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Claude C. Fuller Claude C. Fuller, 85, of Olivet died July 14, 1995, at his residence. Mr. Fuller was born in Lee Township, Calhoun County, the son of John and Mary Louise (Cover) Fuller. He was a lifelong Lee Township resident and at the time of his death, was an active farmer and had also been an electrician. He had been a member of the Calhoun County Farm Bureau, National Rifle Association, and Michigan Education Association. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mabell (Link) Oct. 16, 1989. He is survived by one daughter, Barbara (John) Farkas of Lake City; two sons, Bruce (Donna) and Claude (Linda), both of Olivet; nine grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Services are Tuesday, July 18, at 2 p.m. at the Burkhead- Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Michael Fuller officiating. Interment is in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Calhoun County Unit. _______________ Jerry V. Fuller Jerry V. Fuller, 55, of Charlotte died July 24, 1995, at his residence after an extended illness. Mr. Fuller was born in Hastings, the son of Vaughn and Dorothy (Haynes) Fuller and had been a Charlotte resident since 1954. He was a 1958 graduate of Charlotte High School, served in the U.S. Army from 1959-61, has been employed for 18 years as an electrician for B.O.C. in Lansing, and was a member of U.A.W. Local 602 in Lansing. He is survived by his wife, Karen (Bonham) Fuller; one son, Timothy (Kathy) Fuller of Charlotte; two daughters, Jennifer Fuller of Grand Ledge, and Stacey Fuller of Grand Rapids; two grandsons, Tucker and Dalton Fuller; and one brother, Donald (Marji) Fuller of Hastings. At Mr. Fuller's request, cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation or funeral services. Arrangements were made by the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lawrence Avenue Methodist Church or the Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Henrietta A. Gadd Henrietta A. Gadd, 91, of Charlotte died March 2, 1995, at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility. Mrs. Gadd was born in New Baltimore, the daughter of Henry and Ida Mae (Chartier) Goulette. She was a bookkeeper f or Julie's Inc. She was a member of the Vietnam Veteran's Chapter 18 of Grand Rapids, Camp Fire sponsor, St. Mary's Altar Society, and St. Mary's Happy Years Club. She is survived by two daughters, Patricia Nichols of Charlotte, and Mary Jo (Robert) Huffstodt of Wyanet, Ill.; 11 grandchildren; 46 great-grandchildren; and 17 great- great-grandchildren. A Rosary was held March 5 at Pray's Funeral Home in Charlotte. Funeral Mass was March 6 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Charlotte with Father Thomas D. Nenneau officiating. Interment is in Roseland Park Cemetery, Berkley. _______________ Donna M. Gallagher Donna M. Gallagher, 77, of Nashville died Sept. 11, 1995, at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. Mrs. Gallagher was born Nov. 22, 1917, in Chester Township, Eaton County, the daughter of Albert and Emma (Pottry) Davis. She attended Charlotte schools and worked as a waitress most of her life in Charlotte and Lansing. She also drove a laundry truck in Lansing during World War II. She married Eugene Gallagher on Aug. 23, 1963, in Fowlerville. She is survived by friends, Herbert and Ruth Ann Service, Paula Ramy, Vickie Green, and Alice Hulsebos all of Nashville; three nieces, Marlene (Richard) Bowers of Charlotte, Maxine Bradford, and Beverly Raby both of Brady, Texas; two nephews, Russell (Rose) Rose of Chehalis, Wash., and Charles Rose; and cousins, Raymond and Mary Kroodsma of Charlotte. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene, in 1977; seven sisters, Audrey Davis, Minnie Pratt, Keitha Tordero, Junah Rose, Zeda Black, Vivian Lopez, and Gwendolyn Davis; and three brothers, Franklin Davis, Melvin Davis, and Chester Davis. Services are Saturday, Sept. 16, at 11 a.m. at the Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville, with Chaplain Richard Genther officiating. Interment will be in the Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association. _______________ Robert L. Gamel Robert L. Gamel, 57, of Grand Ledge died Feb. 23, 1995. Mr. Gamel was a lifelong area resident; Navy veteran; Grand Ledge City fire fighter for 32 years; and a Holiday Inn employee. Survivors include two sons, Randall (April) of Camdonton, Mo., and John (Stacy) of Lansing; two daughters, Tammy (David) Sartin of St. Louis, Mo., and Michelle (Jesse) Munday of Crestview, Fla.; two grandchildren, Joshua and Kelsey Sartin; brother, Sam Gamel of Warren; and three sisters, marie Warren of Lansing, Kathryn Parkkennon of Roseville, and Dolores Gamel of Mt. Pleasant. Services were Feb. 27 at Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. Interment followed at Oakwood Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Grand Ledge Fire Department Memorial Rescue Fund. _______________ George Gamulis George Gamulis, 78, of Charlotte, formerly of Howard City, died June 21, 1995, after an extended illness. Mr. Gamulis was born in Courtney, Penn., the son of George and Nellie Gamulis and has been a Charlotte resident for a few months. He had worked as an independent grocer in Highland Park and Livonia, was a barger, and had been a school bus driver for the Tri-County Schools in Howard City. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He is survived by his wife, Mabel; two daughters, Helen (William) Schneider of Charlotte, and Mary Alice (Jim) Schmiede of White Lake; one sister, Phyllis McLannis of Grand Rapids; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive visitors Saturday, June 24, from 6-8 p.m., and Sunday, June 25, from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Services are Monday, June 26, at 11 a.m., at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment will be in the Maple Hill Cemetery. _______________ Carl C. Gawne Carl C. Gawne, 78, of Charlotte, formerly of Standish, died May 17, 1995, at Greenridge Nursing Center, Big Rapids. Mr. Gawne was born Aug. 31, 1916, in Standish, the son of Charles and Ettie (Martin) Gawne. He owned and operated Carl C. Gawne Trucking in Reed City. He later farmed and was a member of the Michigan Harness Racing Association. He was married to Rosemond (Scheid) Gawne from 1936 to 1975. He is survived by his ex-wife, Rosemond; three sons, Richard of Baldwin, Gary of Big Rapids, and Jamie of Charlotte; five daughters, Patricia (Robert) Moore of Big Rapids; Irene (Ron) Buit of Grandville, Barbara (Larry) LeBaron of Glendale, Md., Jean (Don) Hitzmann of Big Rapids, and Kim (Eddie) Roak of Big Rapids; 15 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren; two sisters, Phyllis (John) Beasley of Sam Rayburn, Texas, and Berniece Thomsen of Cheboygan; special friend, Jean Harris of Howard City; and many nieces and nephews. Services are today, May 27, at the Rogers-Mohnke Funeral Home, Big Rapids, with Father Tom Page officiating. Following cremation, burial will be in the Pine River Cemetery, Standish. Memorial contributions may be made to Home Hospice or the American Lung Association. _______________ Fern E. Gearhart Fern E. Gearhart, 81, of Charlotte, died Sept. 28, 1995, at St. Lawrence Hospital, Lansing. Mrs. Gearhart was born Sept. 18, 1914, in Vermontville, the daughter of Elver and Pearl (Lake) Briggs. She began working in the maple syrup industry in 1930 and she and her husband, Carl, began their own maple syrup business, Maple Valley Farms, in 1952. Since then, she had, as owner, operated the family business which is the largest home- owned, home-tapped maple syrup producer in Michigan. In her association as a charter member in and founder of the Michigan Maple Syrup Association, she held the office of vice president longer than any other member and was the only female elected to the MMSA board. She was the only female delegate from Michigan to the International Maple Syrup Institute and had been an alternate delegate to the North American Maple Syrup Council. She initiated the position MMSA Queen and was chairperson for selecting the queen for many years. She was well known for her marketing skills in the maple syrup industry and lectured at the state, national, and international levels. She was involved with the study hazards to the environment as they might affect the maple syrup industry, and worked closely with the Michigan State University Agriculture Department. She was elected Honored Citizen at the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival in 1985, of which Maple Valley Farms has been a part for 55 years. She was named Mother of the Year in 1960. She was a member of the Mary Martha Circle of the First Congregational Church United Church of Christ and the Charlotte Chamber of Commerce, and a past president of the Eaton County Federation of Women's Clubs, past president of the General Federation of Women's Clubs-Charlotte. She also collected antiques, specializing in antique glass. She is survived by one daughter, Janice (Douglas) Lowe; three sons, Karl (Anne), Glen (Karen), and Larry; 12 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl, in 1967, her parents, one brother, Earl Briggs, and one grandson, Craig Gearhart. Services were Saturday, Sept. 30, at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Peter Brenner officiating. Interment was in Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to the MMSA Research Fund or American Legion Post #42, Charlotte. _______________ Stanley D. Getter Stanley D. Getter, 51, of Eaton Rapids died May 15, 1995, in Lansing. Mr. Getter was born in Eaton Rapids, the son of Merle and Lena (Elston) Getter. He served with the United States Army in Germany, during the Vietnam Conflict and was a line worker at General Motors in Lansing for many years. He is survived by one daughter, Carrie (Rick) Brock of Charlotte; one son, Chad of Eaton Rapids; two grandchildren, Jeremy and Diana Brock; one stepson, David Lynch of Eaton Rapids; his parents, Merle and Lena Getter of Eaton Rapids; one brother, Richard of DeWitt; one sister, Shirley Gambino of Phoenix, Ariz.; and several nieces and nephews. Services were May 18 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Paul Mergener officiating. Interment was in the Rose Hill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. _______________ Robert W. Gierman Robert Wilfred Gierman, 86, of Portland died Nov. 11, 1995, at Butterworth Hospital, Grand Rapids. Mr. Gierman was born July 23, 1909, in Sebewa Township, the son of Robert and Nellie (Meyers) Gierman. He is survived by one brother, Maurice (Vera) of Fairfield Glade, Tenn.; two sisters, Christine (Lloyd) of Jarchow of Kalamazoo, and Pauline (Robert) Lillie of Grand Rapids; three nieces, Deanna (John) Boles of Port Townsend, Wash., Carolyn (Milton) Antokee of Kula Maui, Hawaii, and Evelyn Koenig of Nashville, Tenn.; and one nephew, Jon (Pamela) Gierman of Lexington, Ken. Services will be held at a later date. Arrangements were made by the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sebewa Center Association, 6515 Hastings Rd., Lowell, Mich., 49331, or the Lake Odessa Community Library, 1105 4th Ave., Lake Odessa, Mich., 48849. _______________ Audrey E. Gillett Audrey E. (Ethel) Gillett, 75, of Potterville died Dec. 26, 1995, in Lansing. Mrs. Gillett was born April 4, 1920, in Eaton County, the daughter of Don and Kathleen (Cowan) Hawley. She was a lifetime resident of Potterville and a lifetime member of the Potterville VFW Auxiliary, a member of the American Legion in Grand Ledge, and a member of the Eagles in Charlotte. She is survived by two daughters, Karen (Roger) Kelley of Ludington, and Sandra (Robert) Schilz of Nashville; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and one sister, June Mulholland of Potterville. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry, in 1986. Services were Dec. 29 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Pastor Bob Holman officiating. Interment was in the Benton Township Cemetery, Potterville. _______________ John E. Glover John E. Glover, 82, of Charlotte, formerly of St. Petersburg, Fla., and Lansing, died Aug. 14, 1995, at the Michigan Capital Medical Center, Greenlawn Campus, Lansing. Mr. Glover was born in Erie, Penn., the son of Walter and Louise (Gardner) Glover. He had been a Charlotte resident since 1984, coming from St. Petersburg. He had previously been a longtime Lansing resident. He was a finish carpenter and had also been involved in mobile home park management in Florida. He is survived by his wife, Nina; one daughter, Laurel (Don) Jones of Charlotte; one stepson, Robert (Rose) Hakes of Broken Arrow, Okla.; four grandchildren, one brother, Walter Glover Jr. of St. Petersburg; three sisters, Helen Rahn, Louise Kapenga and Mabel Swanson, all of St. Petersburg; and many nieces and nephews. Services were held Aug. 17 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Gary Gearhart officiating. Interment was in the Maple Ridge Cemetery, Holt. Memorial contributions may be made to the Calvary Baptist Church or the charity of one's choice. _______________ Ellie E. Gober Ellie E. Gober, 96, of East Lansing, died March 7, 1995, at the East Lansing Health Care Center. Mrs. Gober was born Dec. 19, 1898, in Thomas Town, Miss., the daughter of Joseph and Hattie Turner. She married Allie Gober Dec. 4, 1913, and they moved to Michigan in 1939 where Allie farmed until his death May 6, 1943. She was a spot welder during World War II at the Kold Hole in Lansing. She is survived by two sons, Les (Phyllis) of Holt and Grady (Una) of Cottonwood, Ariz.; two daughters, Flo (Bob) Sayer of Sunfield and Iva Ruth (Don) Felker of Almira, Wash.; one daughter-in-law, Louise Gober of Florida; 12 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; five great-great- grandchildren; three sisters, Sofie Wilson, Sena Ruth Jones, both of Mmississippi, and Katherine Terry of California; and one brother, Bill Turner of California. Services were March 10 at the Sunfield United Brethren Church with the Rev. Harris Hoekwater officiating. Arrangements were made by the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes- Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. Interment was in the Lakeside Cemetery, Lake Odessa. _______________ Patricia V. Gokay Patricia V. Gokay, 79, of Charlotte died Feb. 27, 1995, in Bay City. Mrs. Gokay was born on Jan. 14, 1916, in Jackson. She is survived by one son, Gibbs (Bill) Gokay of Bay City; three daughters, Carol White, Patricia Edmonds, and Cheryl Englehard; seven grandchildren; and two great- grandchildren. Services were March 3 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. _______________ Devota I. Goodnoe Devota Irene Goodnoe, 86, of Charlotte died April 26, 1995, at her residence. Mrs. Goodnoe was born in Eaton County, the daughter of Arthur and Bertha (McWethy) Martin. She was a homemaker. She is survived by one son, Robert of Vermontville; one daughter, Janice (Richard) Minarde of Charlotte; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and half brother, Howard Alton of Battle Creek. Services were April 28 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Charles Moore officiating. Interment was in the Bosworth Cemetery. _______________ Robert M. Goodnoe Robert Martin Goodnoe, 64, of Vermontville died Sept. 2, 1995, at his residence. Mr. Goodnoe was born Dec. 30, 1930 in Charlotte, the son of Glenn and DeVota (Martin) Goodnoe. He was a 1950 graduate of Charlotte High School, and served in the U.S. Army from 1951-1953. He worked in maintenance for A.E. Hoover for 36 years, and retired from Nippondenso in Battle Creek in 1990. He was an active member of the Nashville VFW #8260. He is survived by one son, Robert Jr. (Amy) of Nashville; one daughter, Daun (John) Thompson of Otsego; one sister, Jancie (Richard) Minarde of Charlotte; three grandchildren, Mandi Swanson of Olivet, Sara Smedley of Nashville, and Diana Goodnoe of Calif.; and two nieces, Chelley McNamara of Littleton, Colo., and Roxie Wooley of St. Charles. Services were Sept. 6 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Marc Livingston officiating. Interment was in the Bosworth Cemetery. _______________ Jean E. Graham Jean E. (Gearhart) Graham, 81, of Vermontville died Oct. 27, 1995, at Tendercare of Hastings. Mrs. Graham was born Oct. 17, 1914, in Fulton, the daughter of Leon and Mary (Burns) Roberts. She graduated from Vermontville High School and lived in the Vermontville area most of her life. She was a homemaker and member of the Kalamo Eastern Star, Vermontville United Methodist Church, and VFW Auxiliary in Nashville. She is survived by one daughter, Georgia (Dale) Fox of Hastings; two sons, Richard of Gladstone and David (Marilyn) of Lansing; nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Dorothy Greenman of Vicksburg and Roberta Hill of Owosso. She was preceded in death by her husband, George in 1990. Services were Oct. 30 at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville, with the Rev. Jeff Bowman officiating. Interment was in the Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. _______________ Stuart H. Graham Stuart H. Graham, 94, of Charlotte died Dec. 8, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, after a short illness. Mr. Graham was born in Ionia, the son of Oel David and Maude (Devendorf) Graham and had been a Charlotte resident since 1941, coming from Grand Ledge. He was a 1918 graduate of Ionia High School. He married Leta Shields Oct. 16, 1920. He was the district manager for Consumers Power Co., Charlotte, retiring in 1965 after 43 years of service, a member of the First Congregational Church United Church of Christ, past president and secretary of the Charlotte Rotary Club and instrumental in chartering the Olivet and Eaton Rapids Rotary Clubs, a life member and past master, secretary, and treasurer of Charlotte Lodge #120 F&AM, and a member of the Grand Ledge Masonic Lodge. He had served on the boards of the Eaton County Medical Care Facility, Friends of the Charlotte Public Library, and Eaton County Historical Society. In 1985 he was the grand marshal of the Charlotte Frontier Days Parade. He is survived by one daughter, Maudie Wilcox of Sebring, Fla.; two granddaughters, Debbie Perkins of Holland and Kay Marshall of Vicksburg; and three great-grandchildren, Leta Groters and Joshua Perkins, both of Holland, and Peter Pryson of Kalamazoo. He was preceded in death by his wife, Leta Jan. 18, 1994, after 73 years of marriage, and one grandson, David Marshall in 1986. Services were Dec. 11 at the First Congregational Church UCC, Charlotte, with the Rev. Peter Brenner officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Arrangements were made by the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Congregational Church or the Friends of the Library. _______________ Vivian D. Graham Vivian D. Graham, 74, of Eaton Rapids, died Dec. 4, 1995, in Eaton Rapids. Mrs. Graham was born June 23, 1921, in Greenville, the daughter of Fred and Esther (Hurlbert) Marsh. She is survived by her husband, Earl; two daughters, LaMoyne (Arthur) Badgley of Leslie, and Cynthia (William) Winter of Lansing; five grandchildren, Brett and Daniel Hudson, Stephen and Trevor Winter, and Harry Fulger; three great-grandchildren, Kellyn Hudson, and Christopher and Jason Fulger; and one sister, Helen Yarnell of Arizona. Services were Dec. 7 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Pastor Tom Evans of the Eaton Rapids First United Methodist Church officiating. Cremation followed the services. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. _______________ Ryan R. Gray Ryan Richard Gray, 20, of Springport, died April 22, 1995, as the result of an automobile accident. Mr. Gray was born Aug. 20, 1974, in Marshall, the son of Edward and Debra (Hoag) Gray. He was a 1993 graduate of Springport High School and had attended the Jackson Area Career Center. He played high school football and baseball for SHS. He was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church, Eaton Rapids. He is survived by his parents, Edward and Debra Gray; one sister, Dayna of Springport; one brother, Chad (Roseda) of Springport; one niece, Victoria Gray of Springport; and one nephew, Adam Gray of Springport; his grandparents, Tracy and Mary Gray Jr., and Richard and Joan Hoag, all of Springport; his great-grandmother, Nellie Marks of Albion; and several aunts, uncles, great aunts, great uncles, and numerous cousins. Funeral mass is Wednesday, April 26 at 9 a.m. at the St. Peter Catholic Church, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Fr. Ben Constantine as celebrant. Arrangements were made by the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. _______________ Delores R. Green Delores R. (Drake) Green, 60, of Marshall died Nov. 8, 1995, in Bronson Methodist Hospital, Kalamazoo. Mrs. Green was born July 19, 1935, in Parchment, the daughter of Walter and Frances (McCleod) Drake. She was a graduate of Hastings High School. She is survived by one son, Kenneth Green Jr. of Battle Creek; two daughters, Julie Holton of Bellevue and Gail Green of Banfield; nine grandchildren; three great- grandchildren; brothers, Walter Drake of Hawaii, Lloyd and Edward Drake of Marshall, Wallace Drake of Bellevue, Dale Drake of Middleville, Robert Drake of California, Charles Drake of Waterford, and Roary Drake of Battle Creek; two sisters, Rosalie Keyes of Battle Creek, and Mary Gould of Marshall; and her mother, Frances Willison of Ceresco. Services were Nov. 11 at the Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue, with the Pastor Kenneth Tippin officiating. Interment was in Riverside Cemetery, Bellevue. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice. _______________ Frederick J. Gregg Frederick J. Gregg, 78, of Grand Ledge died Oct. 21, 1995, at his home. Mr. Gregg was born May 7, 1917, in Charlotte, the son of Floyd and Stella (Satterly) Gregg and was a retired carpenter. He is survived by his wife, Lu; three daughters, Stella (Tom) Fisher of Bath, Lorrena (Charles) Dearman of Albion, and Debra (Roger) Winkler of Lake Odessa; two sons, Rod of Lake Odessa and Fred Jr. of Vermontville; 13 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; one stepdaughter, Birta (Garry) Cline of Mulliken; one stepson, Edwin Simpson of Ann Arbor; nine step-grandchildren; and 13 step-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one grandson, Paul Winkler. Services were Oct. 24 at the Barker-Leik Funeral Home, Mulliken, with Pastor Bob Besemer officiating. Interment was in the Gresham Cemetery. _______________ Alexander Grihorash Alexander Grihorash, 72, died March 12, 1995, at his home in Ocala, Fla. Mr. Grihorash was born in Dearborn, and served in the U.S. Marine Corps in World War II. Following his service, he worked at Oldsmobile in Lansing, and farmed. He and his wife, Lois, moved to Florida in 1973, where he worked for the University of Central Florida until 1985. He is survived by his wife, Lois; one son, Nicholas; and one daughter, Julia, both of Florida; three step-children, Carol Kraai of Vermontville, John McCulloch of Lansing, and Al McCulloch of Ocala; one sister, Helen Clark of Trenton; twelve grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Services and interment were March 14 at the Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell, with his brother-in-law, Carl Clark, and his daughter, Julia McPherson, giving the eulogy. The military rites were by the Hernando County Council. Pall bearers were Brian Grihorash, Bruce Kraai, Carl Clark, Hugh McPherson, Roy Adkins, and Leonard Reynolds. _______________ Harry C. Gross Harry C. Gross, 67, of Lansing, formerly of Rogers City, died Dec. 16, 1995, at the Michigan Capital Medical Center, Greenlawn Campus, Lansing, after an extended illness. Mr. Gross was born in Rogers City, the son of William and Adeline (Bruder) Gross and had been a Lansing resident for eight years, coming from Rogers City. He was a 1946 graduate of Alpena High School, served in the U.S. Army Air Corps, and had been active in community affairs in Rogers City, including the chamber of commerce for 27 years, serving as its president, a board member, and member of the retail committee. He was active in the Westminster Presbyterian Church where he served on its board as chairman, was chairman of the board of deacons, and a member of the choir. He was a member of the Rogers City Community Development organization, a past board member of the United Way, and served as co-chairman of the 50th anniversary of the Michigan Limestone Operations celebration. In Rogers City, he had been employed at several area business. In 1987, he moved to Lansing where he was employed by Nova Vilda, Inc., and most recently, during semi-retirement, by Mobile Home America in Dimondale. He is survived by his wife, Frances (Hamilton); one son, Harry (Beth) of Charlotte; one daughter, Rochelle (Steve) Pilarski of Traverse City; six grandchildren, Jason, Kara, and Allison Gross, and Jesse, Phoenix, and Zachary Pilarski; one brother, Carl of Sun Lake, Ariz.; one sister, Adeline Burnning of Cardiff-By-The-Sea, Calif.; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, Caroline Kalitta, and five brothers, Adolph, William, Clifford, Erwin, and Arnold. Prayer services were Dec. 18 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte. Services were Dec. 21 at the Bill Brietzke Funeral Home, Rogers City. Interment was in the Memorial Park Cemetery, Rogers City. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mount Hope Church Missionary Fund, 202 S. Creyts Road, Lansing, Mich. 48917. _______________ Betty J. Grove Betty Jane Grove, 64, of Springport died June 9, 1995, at her residence. Mrs. Grove was born in Eaton Township, Eaton County, the daughter of Edward and Dorma (Long) Lewis. She was a homemaker. She is survived by her husband, Charles; four daughters, Patricia (Gerald) Kopack of Eaton Rapids, Mary (Clay) Prater of Olivet, Kathy (Robert) Shepherd of Marshall, and Debra (John) Cauchi of Flint; two sons, Charles (Donis) of Charlotte and Daniel of Springport; 14 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; one brother, Donald (Shirley) Lewis of Vermontville; one sister-in-law, Anna Lewis of Charlotte; and one cousin, Kate (Jack) Boyce of Charlotte. She was preceded in death by two grandchildren, Judy Bunker and Patrick Prater, and one brother, Forest Lewis. Services were June 12 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Charles Moore officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army. _______________ Cathy L. Gunder Cathy L. Gunder, 40, of Eaton Rapids died July 18, 1995, as a result of an auto accident. Ms. Gunder was born Dec. 26, 1954, in Eaton Rapids. She had been employed as a Certified Medical Assistant with Dr. Czop for 14 years and was currently with Dr. Mondejar in Charlotte. She was an active supporter of the Eaton Rapids C.A.C. Baseball. She is survived by her son, Jason Cater at home; parents, Guy and Sharon (Warfield) Gunder of Eaton Rapids; three sisters, Melody (Randy) Morrison of Eaton Rapids, Kim (David) Russell of Lake Odessa, and Michelle (Robert) Gould of Eaton Rapids; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephew, and cousins. Services were July 22 at the First United Methodist Church, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Ray Hicks, Pastor of the New Freedom Baptist Church, Albion, officiating. Interment was in the Bunker Hill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Arrangements were made by the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the Jason Cater Education Fund. _______________ Dorothy L. Gutchess Dorothy L. Gutchess, 87, of Vermontville died Aug. 18, 1995, at Tendercare in Hastings. She was born Dec. 7, 1907, in Vermontville, the daughter of Elmond and Zella (Ambrose) Loveland. She graduated from Vermontville High School in 1925 and married Victor Gutchess in Vermontville in 1925. She belonged to and was active in the Nashville Assembly of God. She is survived by her children; Nolan and Donna Gutchess of Hastings, Mary and Marv Kline of Battle Creek, and Elaine and Forrest Gardner of Vermontville; six grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Victor, in 1964; three infant sons, and one sister, Vera Berry. Services were held Aug. 21 at Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville, with the Rev. Tod L. Clark officiating. Interment was in Woodlawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Nashville Assembly of God. _______________ Mary E. Gyger Mary E. Gyger, 64, of Charlotte died April 11, 1995, in Lansing. Mrs. Gyger was born in New Lothrup, the daughter of Frank and Bridgette (Corr) Idle. She graduated from Charlotte High School in 1948, and was secretary to the superintendent of the Eaton Intermediate School District, retiring in 1989. She was a Charter Member of the American Business Women's Association, member of the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church, past president of the American Legion Post #42 Auxiliary and VFW Post #2406 Auxiliary, founded the Breathers' Club-Support Group, and was a volunteer at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, and Ingham Medical Hospital, Lansing. She is survived by her husband, Jack; two daughters, Mary Lee (Steve) Latchaw of Charlotte and Brenda (Robert) Fleming of Olivet; one son, Frank Holcomb of Okemos; four grandchildren; one stepson, Jack (Nancy) Gyger of Charlotte; one stepdaughter, Judith (Jack) Richardson of Washington; four step-grandchildren; one step-great-granddaughter; her father, Frank Idle of Charlotte; and one brother, Harry Thomas Idle of East Lansing. Services were April 13 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association or Lawrence Aveneu United Methodist Church. _______________ Ron T. Habek Ron T. Habek, 49, of Eaton Rapids died Nov. 18, 1995, in Eaton Rapids. Mr. Habek was born Oct. 30, 1946, in Lansing, the son of Walter and Helen (Bozak) Habek. He wrote sports articles for the Eaton Rapids Flashes. He is survived by his wife, Janet; one daughter, Tracy Habek; one son, Christopher; his father, Walter of Lansing; and two brothers, Dave and Mike, both of Lansing. Services are Tuesday, Nov. 21, at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with Fr. Bennett Constantine officiating. Interment was in the Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to his Children's Education Fund. _______________ Fern O. Hadley Fern O. Hadley, 89, of Charlotte, died Nov. 30, 1995, after an extended illness. Mrs. Hadley was born in Harrisville, the daughter of Sidney and Effie (May) Door and had been a Charlotte/Olivet resident since 1942. She was a 1924 graduate of Harrisville High School and had been a school teacher, having taught in the rural Alcona County schools. She had been a housemother at the VFW National Home in Eaton Rapids, from where she retired in 1968, and was a member of the Charlotte Church of the Nazarene. She is survived by two daughters, Barbara (Chuck) Corrigan of Cave Creek, Ariz., and Carol (Richard) Phelan of Charlotte; four sons, Daniel (Arlene) of Palm Desert, Calif., Clarence (Joyce) of Lawrence, Charles (Beverly) of Charlotte, and David (Mary) of Olivet; special friends, James (Pam) Bogi and David (Karen) Bogi; 27 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel in 1940. Services were Dec. 2 at the Charlotte Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Duane Royston officiating. Interment was in the Bosworth Cemetery, Olivet. Arrangements were made by the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to Mrs. Hadley's Bible class at the Nazarene Church. _______________ Maria E. Hall Maria Elizabeth Hall, 44, of Lansing died March 16, 1995, at her residence. Mrs. Hall was born in Lansing, the daughter of Sigurd and Laura (Walker) Oberg. She is survived by her husband, Edward; five daughters, Elizabeth, Joann, Katherine, Kristina, and Laurie; two sons, James and Richard; eight grandchildren; Roxanne, Jacqueline, John Edward, Ashley, Anthony, Kristina, James, and Brandon, all of Lansing. Services were March 20 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Bob Nappier officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Nelson Hall Nelson "Nels" Hall, 49, of Charlotte died Nov. 27, 1995, at Oaklawn Hospital, Marshall. Mr. Hall was born Oct. 18, 1946, in Albion, the son of Frank and Anna (Chamberlain) Hall. He served with the U.S. Army in Vietnam and was an electronic technician with the Eaton Corporation. He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans. He is survived by his two daughters, Andrea and Cassie Hall, and their mother all of Battle Creek; one brother, Frank (Ann) Hall of Charlotte; mother and stepfather, Anna and Fred Aslin; and his first wife, Pam Hall of Charlotte. Services were Nov. 30 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Pastor Steven Shafe officiating. Interment was in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Litchfield. Memorial contributions may be made for his daughter's educational fund. _______________ Richard S. Hall Richard "Dick" S. Hall, 80, of Eaton Rapids died Jan. 3, 1995, in Eaton Rapids. Mr. Hall was born Feb. 11, 1914, in Fostoria, Ohio. He was a member of the International Order of Oddfellows Lodge #114, Sunshine Rebekahs Lodge #142 of Eaton Rapids, and the Eaton Rapids Lions Club for over 45 years. He retired as the Eaton County building inspector in 1980. He also served as a councilman on the Eaton Rapids City Council for over 18 years. He is survived by his wife 56 years, Ruth; two sons, Richard (Sue) Jr. of Salem, Ore. And William (Sue) Hall of Eaton Rapids; four grandchildren, Gregg, Jeff, Shaunda, and Diana Hall; three great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mary Hall of Charlotte and Bertha Goff of Lansing; and several nieces and nephews. Services were Jan. 6 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Carl Sundermeyer and the Rev. Paul Mergener officiating. A memorial service was conducted by Eaton Rapids Oddfellows Lodge #114. Interment was in Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Congregational Church or the Eaton Rapids Community Hospital. _______________ Dawn L. Hammond Dawn L. Hammond, 40, of Olivet died Sept. 25, 1995, at her residence after an extended illness. Ms. Hammond was born in Marshall and had been an Olivet resident for about one year coming from Phoenix, Ariz. She had served in the U.S. Air Force from 1975-1981 having attained the rank of Staff Sergeant, was a Civil Engineer having founded and was owner of Site Development Specialists in Phoenix, and was a member of the National Association for Female Executives. She is survived by her mother an step-father, Betty and Edward Goostrey of Olivet; father and step-mother, George and Lillian Hammond of Phoenix; two brothers, Rev. Douglas (Nancy) Hammond of Olivet, and Gayle (Sandra) Hammond of Sherman, Texas; one sister-in-law, Karen Schriner of Bellevue; two step-brothers, Lynn and Ronald Goostrey of Charlotte; two step-sisters, Karen Morehouse of Charlotte, and Lori Audie of Orlando, Fla.; godson, Sean Howell of Arizona; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother, Rev. Steve Hammond in 1990. Services were Sept. 28 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Douglas Hammond officiating. Interment was in the Bosworth Cemetery near Olivet. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Dwaine L. Hammond Dwaine L. Hammond, 39, of Nashville died Aug. 22, 1995, at his residence. Mr. Hammond was born May 25, 1956, in St. Johns, the son of William and Darlene (Martin) Hammond. He attended Perry Elementary School, Maple Valley High School, and graduated from Olivet High School. He married Diana Wells on May 1, 1982, in Vermontville. He was a sound engineer for the Rare Earth Bank, and at Sandyland Park in Nashville. He was a guitarist, singer, and songwriter performing in the D. Hammond Band, Hammond Co. Band, and the Paradise Ridge Band. He was a cable television installer for Horizon Cable Company of Charlotte. He is survived by his wife, Diana; two sons, James Hammond Wildman of Mulliken, and Levon Hammond of Charlotte; one stepson, Ben Covert of Nashville; mother, Darlene Hammond of Nashville; one brother, Jim (Amy) Hammond of Nashville; two sisters, Jeri (Don) Brinks of Wyoming, and Debra (Rick) Farrell of Charlotte; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by his infant son, James Lee Hammond; father, William Hammond; and his grandparents. Services were Aug. 25 at the Nashville Baptist Church. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Putnam Library or the Maple Valley High School Band Boosters. _______________ Margarette A. Hansen Margarette A. Hansen, 83, of Gowen died Sept. 13, 1994, in South Lyon. Mrs. Hansen was born April 18, 1911, near Elsie, the daughter of Ernest and Margaret (Archer) Heinze. She graduated from Central Michigan College in 1932, majoring in geography. It is at Central where she met and married her husband, G. Aubrey Hansen in 1933. She taught in several school systems around the state including Detroit, Delton, Charlotte, and Greenville, and was Christian education director of the United Church of Christ in Charlotte. She retired from the Greenville school system. She was a member of the Settlement Lutheran Church at Gowen, the Retired Teachers Association and belonged to the Flat River Historical Society. She is survived by two sons, Chris (Susan) Hansen of Unionville and Peter (Linda) Hansen of South Lyon; two grandsons, John (Patti) Hansen of Wixom and Robert (Ann) Hansen of Canton; two sisters-in-law, Joyce Tucker of Grand Rapids, and Bessie Heinze of Chicago; two granddaughters, Deborah Hansen of Unionville, and Lisa (Joseph) Holley of Kalamazoo; and one greta-grandson, Nicholas Hansen. She was preceded in death by her husband, G. Aubrey, one brother, Walter Heinze, one sister-in-law, Reta Rasmussen, and two brothers-in-law, Frank Tucker, and Milo Rasmussen. Services were held Sept. 16 at Settlement Lutheran Church, Gowen, with the Pastor Paul Sutter officiating. Interment was in Little Denmark Cemetery, Gowen. Memorial contributions may be made to the Settlement Lutheran Church Building Fund. _______________ Gerald L. Harmon Gerald L. Harmon, 74, of Howell, died July 14, 1995, at McPherson Hospital. Mr. Harmon was born July 6, 1921, in Fowlerville, the son of Oscar and Hazel (Benjamin) Harmon. He attended Eaton Rapids schools. He was a Real Estate Broker for Howell Realty Co.; former member of Howell Lions Club; Howell Elks Lodge Major Project Chairman; Past commander, Fowlerville Post 6464, VFW; American Legion Devereaux Post #141; past president of Howell Chamber of Commerce; Community Chest Chairman; and Developer of Greenwich Village Retirement Apartments. He served in the 10th Mountain Division of the U.S. Army receiving a Sharp Shooter Medal, Bronze Star, and Good Conduct Medal. He married Helen Sorg in Howell on Dec. 7, 1940. He is survived by his wife, Helen; one son, Jeffy Harmon of Leeds, England; two daughters, Marilyn Hare of Sugarland, Texas, and Janet Stetz of Hanover; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and one brother, Bernard Harmon of Grand Ledge. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Edgar, Harold, and Alfred Harmon. Services were July 17 at MacDonald's Funeral Home, with the Rev. William Jones officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Michigan Elks Association, Major Project. _______________ Clifton B. Harper Clifton Bernard Harper, 64, died Oct. 12, 1995, in Roanoke, Va. Mr. Harper was born Oct. 23, 1931, in Eaton Rapids, the son of Cleo and Lena Harper. He previously had an insurance office. He is survived by his wife, Jane of Roanoke; four daughters, Penny Philo, Pamela Bauch, Peggy Parks, and Lisa Harper; one sister, Virginia Carter; two aunts, Florence Rathbun, and Helen Stanley; five grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Services are Oct. 29 at the Metaphysical Church of Christ. _______________ Iola G. Harrington Iola Genevieve Harrington, 79, of Potterville died Jan. 28, 1995, at St. Lawrence Hospital, Lansing. Miss Harrington was born in Lansing, the daughter of William and Catherine (Jantz) Harrington. She was supervisor of communications at Oldsmobile and affiliated with the Oldsmobile Century Club. She is survived by two sisters, Margaret Long of Potterville and Bead Pratt of Lansing; one niece, Diana Boyce of Potterville; and one nephew, Bill Long of Dimondale. Services are today, Tuesday, Jan. 31, at 11 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Charlotte, with Father Thomas Nenneau officiating. Interment is in the Dimondale Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Freda I. Harshman Freda I. (Medcoff) Harshaman, 87, of Eaton Rapids died May 27, 1995, in Charlotte. Mrs. Harshman was born Dec. 8, 1907, in Gratiot County, the daughter of Eugene and Sadie (Ream) Wolfe, and was the original owner and operator of the Red Cedar Café in Eaton Rapids. She was the Past Noble Grand of the IOOF and the Rebekah Sunshine Lodge #142, a member of the Ladies Auxiliary to the VFW #2406, and the American Legion Auxiliary #15. She served several years with the American Red Cross and as a Gray Lady with the Eaton Rapids Community Hospital. She is survived by two daughters, Marilyn (William) Crittenden of Charlotte, and Phyllis (Robert) Buonodono of Idaho; five sons, Duane Medcoff of Eaton Rapids, Lyle (Jean) Medcoff of Idaho, Richard (Debbie) Medcoff of Lansing, Robert (Marcella) Harshman of Dimondale, and Thomas (Michelle) Harshman of Charlotte; 25 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Services were May 30, 1995, at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Carl Sundermeyer officiating. Interment was in Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids, with the Rebekah Sunshine Lodge #142 providing a memorial graveside service. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lansing. _______________ Harvey L. Hartel Harvey L. Hartel, 88, of Potterville, died Sunday, March 5, 1995, at the Michigan Capital Medical Center, Greenlawn Campus, after an extended illness. Mr. Hartel was born in Benton Township, the son of Henry L. and Jessie G. (Ells) Hartel, and was a lifelong Benton Township resident. He was a lifelong farmer, attended Potterville High School, was a former Potterville School Board member, was one of the first members of the Eaton County Farm Bureau, and was an accomplished wood carver. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Bernice (Pinch) Hartel; two sons, William (Marjorie) and Robert, both of Potterville; two daughters, Mary Ann (Cecil) Ball of Battle Creek and Janet (Richard) Dzambik of Lorain, Ohio; six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother, Max in 1937. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 8, at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with Rev. Thomas Ball officiating. The family will receive visitors Wednesday from noon until the time of the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Potterville United Methodist Church Sanctuary Re-Decorating Fund. _______________ Naida J. Hatt Naida Joan Hatt, 63, died Nov. 10, 1995, in Atlanta, Ga., following a long illness. Mrs. Hatt was born in Charlotte, the daughter of Leo and Livonia Livingston. She is survived by her husband, Jack; one son, Randy of Union City, Tenn.; one daughter, Valerie Weber of DesPlaines, Ill.; one sister, Donna Dowell of Charlotte; and four grandchildren. _______________ Mary Jean Hawkins Mary Jean Hawkins, 70, died April 15, 1995, in Eaton Rapids. Mrs. Hawkins was born Dec. 10, 1924, the daughter of Forest and Evelyn Coats of Springport. She was a member of the Brookfield Eastern Star. She enjoyed gardening, crafts, and community service. She is survived by four children, Richard M. McClure of Charlotte, Carole J. Franciscotty of Colorado, Stephanie K. Baker of Eaton Rapids, and Tyfanie S. Garity of Vermontville; 20 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and four sisters, Dorothy Noble, Floramae Montgomery, Carolyn Page, and Nina Shoelson. She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Johnny Coats; one grandson, Jeremy Fajnor; and one sister, "baby Audrey." Mrs. Hawkins donated her body to Michigan State University to better mankind. No services will be held. _______________ Charles J. Hay Charles J. Hay, 85, of Olivet died Aug. 11, 1995, at Marshall Manor, Marshall, after an extended illness. Mr. Hay was born in Chirnside, Scotland, the son of Robert and Helen (Inglis) Hay and had been an Olivet area resident for 45 years, coming from Battle Creek. He had been employed as a crew dispatcher and yardmaster for the Grand Trunk Western Railroad, retiring in 1975 after 48 years of services. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps for two-and-one-half years in the European Theater during World War II. He was a life member of VFW Post #565, Battle Creek, and a member of the American Association of Retired Persons, the Olivet Congregational Church, and a former member of the Eagles and Elks Lodges in Battle Creek. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Elaine (Soules); two daughters, Jewell (David) Potter of Olivet and Tena (Kent) Byrd of Battle Creek; two sons, Dennis (Helen) of Nashville and Jonathan of Olivet; 17 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, William and Henry. Services are Tuesday, Aug. 15, at 1 p.m. at the Burkhead- Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Clark Hock officiating. Interment is in the Oak Hill Cemetery, Battle Creek. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. _______________ Craig S. Henry Craig Steven Henry, 23, of Charlotte died May 25, 1995. Mr. Henry was born in Charlotte, was a lifelong Charlotte area resident, and had been employed as a diesel mechanic at the Carl Schlegel Sand & Gravel Co. in Lansing. He is survived by his parents, Tim and Linda Smith of Charlotte; one sister, Casey Smsith of Charlotte; grandparents, Bill and Kate Henry of Potterville, and Katherine Howard of Charlotte; great-grandmother, Anna Wright of Charlotte; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, William Henry, and one brother, David Henry in 1974. Services were May 30 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Pastor John Bookshaw officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Craig Steven Henry memorial fund. _______________ Marvin C. Henrys Sr. Marvin C. Henrys Sr., 86, of Grand Ledge died Dec. 5, 1995. Mr. Henrys was born in Mason Dec. 29, 1908. He was a life-long area resident; member of First Church of the Nazarene; graduate of Lansing Central High School, with additional industrial machinist schooling; employed with REO Motors and later retired from Oldsmobile Division after 32 years of service as a journeyman machinist; and was active with the Charlotte Frontier Days. Survivors include his wife, Frances; three daughters, Patricia (George) Kirchmeier of Charlotte, Beverly (Patrick) McClain and Mary (Ronald) Wilcoxson, all of Coloma; three sons, Marvin Jr. (Sharon) Henrys of Charlotte, Norman (Loraine) Henrys of Pentwater, and Michael (Leah) Henrys of Lansing; four additional children; 64 grandchildren; 82 great-grandchildren; 82 great-grandchildren; seven great- great-grandchildren; one brother, Kenneth (Arlene) Henrys of Lansing; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary, in 1986. Services were held Dec. 8 at the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel, Lansing, with Dr. Donald King of the First Church of the Nazarene officiating. Interment followed at Deepdale Memorial Gardens. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. _______________ Easter Herald Easter Herald, 77, of Sunfield died Dec. 22, 1995, at St. Lawrence Hospital, Lansing. Mrs. Herald was born June 8, 1918, near Hazard, Ken., the daughter of John and Isabell (Mays) Herald. She married Roy Herald on May 16, 1932. She is survived by seven children, Naomi Porter of Sunfield, Carol (John) Lusk of Lima, Ohio, Ina Swift of Sunfield, Ross (Margot) Herald of Navarre, Fla., Wallace (Vicki) Herald of Lima, Ohio, Rudy (Luther) Morris of Sunfield, and Elizabeth (David) Garcia of Sunfield; 23 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; two great-great- grandchildren; and two sisters of Hazard, Ken. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy, June 9, 1986. Services were Dec. 24 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes- Fisher Chapel, Sunfield, with the Rev. George Aton officiating. The pallbearers were Dan Herald, Michael Swift, Roy Morris, James Porter, Dale Porter, and John Lusk. Interment was in the Sunfield Cemetery. _______________ Dorothy F. Herrick Dorothy F. Herrick, 78, of Jackson, formerly of Eaton Rapids, died Nov. 15, 1995, in Jackson. Mrs. Herrick was born Aug. 6, 1917, in Van Wert, Ohio, the daughter of Dalton and Etta (Kreischer) Vian. She was raised in Jackson and formerly lived in Onondaga and at Pleasant Lake. She was a member of the Plains Bible Church, Eaton Rapids. She is survived by three daughters, Doretta (Neil) Isaac of Eaton Rapids, Marlene (Aaron) Waterson of copemich, and Beverly (Howard) Mannor of Michigan Center; two sons, Raymond (Rose) of Blissfield and James (LuAnn) of Newberry; one grandson (son), Dale of Jackson; 25 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; six great-great-granchildren; five sisters, Alice Baker and Juanita Stover, both of Jackson, Kathleen (Bailey) Jones of Norfolk, Va., Marvel (Jack) Martz of Tucson, Ariz., and Vida (Ralph) Goode of Spring Arbor; three brothers, Ora (Virginia) Vian of Tacoma, Wash., Alfred (Marie) Vian of Puyallup, Wash., and victor (Pat) Vian of Kansas City; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles in 1977. Services were Nov. 17 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Excell White officiating. Interment was in the Plains Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. _______________ Alton L. Hetrick Alton "Al" L. Hetrick, 83, of Springport died Aug. 9, 1995, at his residence. Mr. Hetrick owned and operated Al's Meat Market in Springport for many years. He is survived by two daught ers, Janet Duncan of Springport and Joyce North of Lansing; one son, Neil of Springport; five grandchildren; and several great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Darlene, July 5, 1993. Services were Aug. 14 at the Montgomery-Kerwin Funeral Home, Springport, with the Rev. Robert Doner officiating. Interment was in the Freemire Cemetery, Vermontville. _______________ S. Michael Higgins S. Michael Higgins, 44, of Ringoes, N.J., formerly of Eaton Rapids died of cancer Jan. 15, 1995, at the Hunterdon Medical Center in Flemington, N.J. Mr. Higgins served as President of the New Jersey Special Olympics, a non-profit organization that provides sport training and athletic competition to children and adults with developmental disabilities, for 11 years. During his diverse tenure with the organization he expanded athlete participation throughout the Garden State from 5,000 athletes to over 9,000 athletes and offered to them over 22 sports. He pioneered sports management and over 22 sports. He pioneered sports management and volunteer coach training through the introduction of a Sports Management Course and he co-authored the Special Olympics Principles of Coaching Course which is presently being used around the United States and throughout the world in every Special Olympics chapter. Mr. Higgins played a significant role in the worldwide development of Special Olympics through the sponsoring of Special Olympics Lithuania and the hosting of the Special Olympics Unified Sports World Football Exhibition. Recently he was named recipient of the Spirit of Special Olympics award, which is the highest honor of the International organization, that through sports, people with disabilities can prove to the world that they are individuals who only need a chance. Prior to joining New Jersey Special Olympics, Mr. Higgins worked for Rollie Schmidt, Inc., where he organized fund raising activities for the 1983 International Special Olympics Games. He served as Development Director for Pennsylvania Special Olympics, as the Mid-Atlantic Region Field Representative for Special Olympics International in Washington, D.C., where he authored the original Special Olympics Training School Plan, which has subsequently trained more than 150,000 volunteer coaches worldwide. He was executive director for Maryland Special Olympics and program representative for Michigan Special Olympics from 1976 to 1978. He began his career as an English teacher and football coach at Belleville High School. Besides his career with Special Olympics organization, Mr. Higgins was a member of Leadership N.J., a member of the Board of Directors of the Children's Center in Cedar Knolls, a district commissioner and day camp director for George Washington Boy Scout Council, where he received the District Award Merit, a coach and referee for the South County Soccer League in Hunterdon County, a pastor parish relations chairman for the Pennington United Methodist Church and was on the Strategic Planning Committee for East Amwell School. He is survived by his wife of 21 years, Candie (Hollowell); two children, Jonathon and Elizabeth; mother, Harriett Higgins of Eaton Rapids; sister, Ann (Higgins) Zegunis of Grand Rapids; two brothers, William Higgins of Boyne City and Thomas Higgins of Grand Rapids; 10 nieces and 4 nephews. Services were Jan. 20 at the First Baptist Church, Eaton Rapids. Arrangements were made by the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. _______________ Duane L. Hill Duane LaVere Hill, 74, of Charlotte died Nov. 11, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mr. Hill was born in Hillsdale County, the son of William and Mabel (Huff) Hill. He was a World War II veteran, worked for the state of Michigan in military affairs, and was affiliated with VFW Post #701 of Lansing. He is survived by his wife, Ellenora; four daughters, Catharine Mud and Pamela Hill, both of Charlotte, Patricia Baker of Muskegon, and Janet (John) Kirkby of Lowell; two sons, James and Charles; and one stepson, Eugene (Judy) Fancher of Charlotte. Service are Wednesday, Nov. 15, at 2 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. James Micheff officiating. Interment is in the Perry Cemetery. _______________ Robert H. Hill Robert Hanson Hill, 80, of Tustin died March 3, 1995, in Cadillac. Mr. Hill was born Nov. 29, 1914, in Cynthiana, Ken., the son of the late John and Stella Hill. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth (Holdridge) Hill, whom he married Dec. 21, 1985; five sons, Tony Hill of Carson City, Marion Hill and Ray Hill, both of Charlotte, Terry Hill of Hastings, and Jim Hill of Vermontville; five step-children, Anita Mann of Battle Creek, Crystal Sheldon of Plainwell, Elain Strater of Bristol, Linda Burton of Delton, and Andrew Jackson of Kane, Penn.; one brother, Ed Hill of Ken.; and many grandchildren and great- grandchildren. Services were March 7 at Marshall-Gren Funeral Home, Plainwell Chapel, with the Rev. Albert Conklin officiating. _______________ Ramona A. Hine Ramona A. Hine, 65, of Kalamo Township, Eaton County, died April 27, 1995, at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. Mrs. Hine was born Jan. 29, 1930, in Bellevue, the daughter of John and Arlene (Ling) Watson and was a lifelong area resident. She was proud of her family heritage in the Huron Tribe of the Potawatomi Indian Nation. She married Orvis Hine, July 13, 1954, in Angola, Ind., and lived in Charlotte until moving to Kalamo in 1966. She was employed at the Charlotte Community Laundry, Charlotte Martinizing Cleaners, and worked with her husband in their auto salvage business. She was a member of the Kalamo Township Historical Society and attended the Full Gospel Assembly of Kalamo. She is survived by her special friend, Arlington Smith of Charlotte; one daughter, Lorie Childs of Vermontville; two sons, Larry of Vermontville and Claude of Lyons; 14 grandchildren; three sisters, Barbara Watson of Fulton, Wanetta Watson of Fulton, and Winona Lumbert of Charlotte; and three brothers, John Watson of Bloomingdale, Frank Watson of Scotts, and Jim Garvey of Bellevue. She was preceded in death by her husband, Orvis, Dec. 9, 1990, her parents, one baby sister, Beverly, and one son-in- law, Sonny Childs. Services were May 1 at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville, with the Rev. Richard Coffing officiating. Interment was in the Kalamo Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ramona Hine Memorial Fund. _______________ Helen L. Hodgman Helen L. Hodgman, 80, of Eaton Rapids, formerly of Kalamazoo, died June 18, 1995, in Lansing. Mrs. Hodgman was born Jan. 4, 1915, in Kendall, the daughter of Peter and Mae (Becker) Mahieu. She is survived b y one daughter, Estella (Richard) Jordan of Eaton Rapids; four grandchildren, Bonnie Martin, K. James Miller, Rosemari Jordan, and Crisanna Palacios; one brother, Clarence (Edna) Mahieu of Shelbyville; one sister, Carrie Bowsher of Kalamazoo; and several nieces and nephews. Services were June 21 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Interment was in Robinson Cemetery, Gobles. Casket bearers were Howard Keeler, Jim Miller, Tom Adkinson, and Jody Hall. _______________ Betty J. Hoisington Betty Jane Hoisington, 70, of Dimondale, died May 24, 1995, in Lansing. She was born Oct. 19, 1924, in Holt, the daughter of Mary L. Raines and Everett C. Fuller. She is survived by three daughters, Cheryl McKenzie of Dimondale, Christie Plotnick of Florida, and Carolyn (William) Rosa of Charlotte; three sons, Ralph (Gina) of Monroe, Charles (Julie) of Charlotte, and William of Charlotte; 10 grandchildren; five brothers, two sisters; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph in 1990. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday, May 27 at the Chapel in the Pines Funeral Home, Lansing, with the Rev. Thomas Peters officiating. Interment is in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Dimondale. _______________ Vincent Hoke Vincent Hoke, 86, of Eaton Rapids died Oct. 28, 1995, at his home. Mr. Hoke was born Oct. 20, 1909, in Mitchell, S.D., the son of Vernon and Lizzie (Lienhart) Hoke. He was a member of the Eaton Rapids First United Methodist Church and Eaton County Farm Bureau. He is survived by two daughters, Karen (Charles) Cook of Vale, Ariz., and Carolyn (Dittmar) Bezold of Germany; one son, Donald (Dorothy) of Eaton Rapids; five grandchildren, Kim Hoke-Smith, Ron Hoke, Cherie Quist, Rex Cook, and Margaret Willock; and one sister, Thelma Nunn of Indiana. He was preceded in death by his wife, Martha Jane. Services are Tuesday, Oct. 31, at 1 p.m. at the First UMC with Pastor Tom Evans officiating. Interment is in the Center Eaton Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. _______________ Clara B. Holmes Clara Belle Holmes, 83, of Olivet, formerly of East Tawas died Dec. 25, 1995, at the Marshall Manor in Marshall after a short illness. Miss Holmes was born in Iosco County, the daughter of William Smith and Margaret (Hayes) Holmes and had been an Olivet resident for three years coming from East Tawas. She was a member of the East Tawas Assembly of God. She is survived by two sisters, Ruth Brown and Mabel Leslie both of Charlotte; and many nieces and nephews. Services were Dec. 29 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Laurence Wilson officiating. Interment was in the Bosworth Cemetery near Olivet. Memorial contributions may be made to the Tawas Assembly of God. _______________ Ronald A. Holt Ronald A. Holt, 55, of Charlotte died Aug. 5, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mr. Holt was born in Newberry, the son of Ardy and Maxine (Bennett) Holt. He was a meat cutter for A&P and Wrigley's Super Markets for 15 years. He was a charter member of Charlotte Eagles Aerie #3552. He is survived by one daughter, Ronda (Brian) Tuckey of Charlotte; two grandchildren, Trent and Neisha; his former wife, Kara Holt of Charlotte; one brother, Robert of Lebanon, Tenn.; and one sister, Lorraine Upchurch of Temperance. Services were Aug. 8 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ronald Holt Memorial Fund. _______________ Ruth E. Horn Ruth E. Horn, 92, of Charlotte died April 10, 1985, at the Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mrs. Horn was born in Carmel Township, Eaton County, the daughter of Emmon and Minnie (Chase) Horn and had been a lifelong Carmel Township resident. She had been a rural school teacher having taught at the former Thornton School until she was married to Merlin Horn on June 15, 1927. She was a member of the West Carmel Congregational Church and the Ladie's Circle, a member of the I Go You Go Club, and a member of the former Northwest Walton Grange. She is survived by one son, Milton Horn of Charlotte; two grandchildren, Terry (Leah) Horn, and Kathy (Jon) Grundemann; six great-grandchildren, Robin, Sandra, and Joseph Horn, and Jacob, Katie, and Wesley Grundemann; and one brother, Werlin Bradley of Charlotte. She was preceded in death by her husband, Merlin, Oct. 28, 1989. Services were April 13 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Darwin Kuhl officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the West Carmel Congregational Church. _______________ Henry E. Houghton Henry E. Houghton, 76, of Coral, formerly of Charlotte, died April 11, 1995. Mr. Houghton was born May 13, 1918, in Six Lakes. He built and owned the Idle Roll Skating Rink in Charlotte for several years. He is survived by two daughters, Dixie (Roy) Parish of Greenville, and Dorrine Manning of Edmore; one son, Roger (Patricia) Houghton of Orlando, Fla.; one step-daughter, Jean (Paul) Geesey Archibald of Ohio; one step-son, Robert (Eileen) Berndt of Okeechobee, Fla.; one brother, L.D. Houghton of Six Lakes; two sisters, Bertha Caswell, and Burnadean Jensen both of Six Lakes; 19 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife of 47 years, Marie, March 26, 1995. Services will be Sunday, April 23, at Lakeview Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Wilness, Lakeview, with Brother Terry Thomas officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. _______________ Marjorie L. Householder Marjorie Louise Householder, 83, of Charlotte died May 29, 1995, at Eaton Manor, Charlotte. Mrs. Householder was born in the Howell area, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Langley. She was affiliated with the Eagles and American Legion Auxiliary of Charlotte, and was the owner and manager of the Coffee Cup Restaurant until 1971. She is survived by two stepdaughters, Etha (Gray) Secord of Nashville, and Luella Taylor of Vicksburg; four stepsons, Jerry and Harvey Householder of Kalamazoo, William Householder or Arizona, and Lavern Beers of Kalamazoo; many step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Helen McCollister. Services were June 1 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev Arthur Salisbury officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Leon Dale Housler Leon Dale Housler, 82, of Charlotte died June 18, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mr. Housler was born in 1913, the son of Arthur and Lulu (Culver) Housler. He had a bachelor's in 1963 and master's in 1965, both from Michigan State University in education, receiving a specialist in education degree from MSU in 1970. He was a farmer, teacher, and worked at Oldsmobile. He taught in the Maple Valley schools for 10 years, serving as principal for five years. He was a Past Master of Charlotte Lodge #120 F&AM and a member of the Saladin Shrine Temple and Eaton County Shrine Club. He is survived by his wife, Donna Maxine (Schroder); three daughters, Sharon (Larry) Adams of Grand Rapids, Connie (Rex) Francis of Kentwood, and Rebecca (Daniel) Williams of Lawton; six grandchildren, James, Katherine, and Sarah Adams, Stacey and Jennifer Francis, and Chelsea Hunt; one sister, Donna Housler of Charlote; and one brother, Paul of San Diego, Calif. Visitation is Tuesday, June 20, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Services are Wednesday, June 21, at 10 a.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Robert Kersten officiating. Interment is in the Gresham Cemetery. _______________ Thelma Howe Thelma Howe, 98, died Oct. 31, 1995, in Hastings. Mrs. Howe was born in Battle Creek, the daughter of Burt and Flora (Barber) Holcomb. She married Herbert Howe Feb. 14, 1914, and they celebrated 70 years of marriage before his death in 1984. She lived most of her life in the Vermontville area, except for a few early years in Oklahoma. She was a 4-H leader and a member of the Vermontville Garden Club and Triangle Extension Club. She is survived by two daughters, Virginia Fox and Arlene Hokanson, both of Vermontville; one brother, O.B. Holcomb of Battle Creek; one daughter-in-law, Lillian Patteron of Lansing; 15 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren; one nephew; and two nieces. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert in 1984; two sons, Stanley and Mevin, and one daughter, Pauline Healy. Services were Nov. 4 at the Vermontville Congregational Church with the Rev. Eric Lison officiating. Arrangements were made by the Barker-Leik Funeral Home, Mulliken. Interment was in the Freemire Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Maple Valley Scholarship Fund. _______________ Maurice A. Hummel Maurice A. "Stub" Hummel, 78, of Nokomis, Fla., formerly of Vermontville, died Feb. 27,1995, in Venice, Fla. Mr. Hummel was born March 28, 1916, in Lake Odessa and farmed in the Vermontville area for many years and worked 17 years at Motor Wheel in Lansing, retiring from the Wohlert Corporation in Lansing after 15 years of service as a tool and die maker. He also lived in Evart and Nokomis. He is survived by his wife, Betty; one daughter, Bonnie (John) Crandle of Portage; two sons, Maurice Jr. of Tallahassee, Fla., and David (Sandra) of Nashville; two brothers, Glen of Nokomis and Richard of Vermontville; four sisters, Nellie Harvey of Nashville, Joyce West of Sterling Heights, Alice Laiben of French Village, Mo., and Rose Thompson of Vermontville; 11 grandchildren; and 13 great- grandchildren. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services are Saturday, April 22, at 2 p.m. at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. _______________ Richard P. Hummel Richard Paul Hummell, 69, of Vermontville died Sept. 18, 1995, at the Thornapple Manor in Hastings. Mr. Hummell was the son of Marion and Maple (Eldridge) Hummell. He served with the U.S. Navy during World War II and was a paint supervisor at Oldsmobile, retiring in 1981. He is survived by his wife, Norma; two daughters, Janeen (Terry) Taylor of Sarasota, Fla., and Peggy (Dale) Fisher of Vermontville; one son, Randy of Vermontville; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; one brother, Glenn "Curly" of Fla.; four sisters, Nellie Harvey of Nashville, Rose (Don) Thompson of Vermontville; Joyce West of Detroit, and Elaine Laiben of Missouri; and many nieces and nephews. Services were Sept. 21 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Eric Lison officiating. Interment was in Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Vermontville Ambulance Service. _______________ Charles W. Hutchison Charles Wesley Hutchison, 80, of Charlotte died May 21, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mr. Hutchison was born in Eaton County, the son of Myron and Effie (Kimble) Hutchison. He worked at John Bean Co. and Diamond Reo, both in Lansing, and was a clerk at Coast To Coast Hardware. He is survived by his wife, Donna; one daughter, Janet (Gary) Ripley of Charlotte; three grandchildren, Kim, Jeffrey (Brenda), and Mindy Ripley, all of Charlotte; two great-grandchildren; Tyler and Travis; and one sister, Eunice (Andrew) Kliever of Williamston. Visitation is Tuesday, May 23, from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Services are Wednesday, May 24, at 1 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Peter Brenner officiating. Interment is in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Gleason G. Iams Gleason G. Iams, 59, of Charlotte, formerly of Eaton Rapids died July 29, 1995, in Lansing. Mr. Iams was born Oct. 4, 1935, in Calhoun County, the son of Charles and Waveleen (Lindsey) Iams. He retired from Oldsmobile in 1988 a fter 19 years of service. He is survived by two daughters, Iris Brown, and Jody (Herman "Butchie") DeWaters both of Charlotte; two sons, Gleason Lee (Shelly) Iams, and Charles (Kim) Iams, both of Eaton Rapids; nine grandchildren, Michael and Mathew Brown, Terry and Blade DeWaters, Robin, Robert, Rabecca, Elizabeth, and Lacey Iams; mother Waveleen Iams of Eaton Rapids; one brother, Frank (Beverly) Iams of Eaton Rapids; two sisters, Loretta Christensen of Oscoda, and Juanita (Keith) Farnum of Hamilton; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Melva, in 1992. Services were Aug. 2 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Pastor Rick McKire of the First United Methodist Church, Eaton Rapids, officiating. Interment was in Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Kidney Fund. _______________ Rev. Franklin Idle The Rev. Franklin Idle, 100, of Charlotte died Dec. 15, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, after a short illness. The Rev. Idle was born in Westernville, N.Y., the son of Harry and Annie (Hopkin) Idle. He came to Michigan in 1926 and had been a Charlotte resident since 1946. He was a World War I Army veteran. He attended Hobart College, Geneva, N.Y., the General Theological Seminary in New York, and received a master's degree in 1939 from Michigan State College. He served as the minister of the West Carmel Congregational Church for 22 years, retiring in 1971. Prior to that, he was a school teacher, having taught in various locations, including Howell, Vermontville, Starr Commonwealth, and Charlotte. He had also served as the attendance officer for the Eaton Intermediate School District. He was a member of the First Congregational Church United Church of Christ, Greenwalt-Flaherty Post #42 American Legion, the Charlotte Lions Club for 49 years, and the Eaton County Retired Teachers Association. He is survived by one son, Thomas of East Lansing; two stepsons, Max Hamilton of Portage and Vance Hamilton of Holt; 21 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Grace in April 1992, two sons, John in 1988 and Jerry in 1994, and one daughter, Mary Gyger in April 1995. Services were Dec. 18 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, the Rev. Peter Brenner, the Rev. George Fleming, and the Rev. William Brown officiating. Interment was in the West Carmel Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Congregational Church UCC, Charlotte. _______________ Madonna I. Jackson Madonna Irene Jackson, 85, died Jan. 10, 1995, at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility, Charlotte, after a six- year battle with Alzheimer's Disease. Mrs. Jackson was born July 6, 1909, in Lake Odessa, the daughter of Grace and Charles Gavit. She is survived by three daughters, Elaine (Arnold) Shoemaker of Lake City, Joyce (Ernest) Ashbaugh of St. Johns, and Pauline (Bruce) DeLand of Sunfield; one sister, Arlene Weeks of Sunfield; 13 grandchildren; 34 great- grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles in 1986, and one brother, Kenneth. Services were Jan. 12 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes- Fisher Chapel, Sunfield with Barbara Bosworth and the Rev. Harris Hoekwater officiating. Interment was in the Sunfield Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton County Medical Care Facility, Charlotte. _______________ John J. Jardot John J. Jardot, 63, life resident of Eaton Rapids died Dec. 23, 1995, at his residence. Mr. Jardot was born Sept. 27, 1932, in Eaton Rapids, the son of John Henry and Fern (Gleason) Jardot. He was a retired aggregate inspector for the State of Michigan. He is survived by two brothers, Jack (Mary) Jardot of Eaton Rapids, and Jerome Jardot of Dimondale; one sister, Jeannine Rowe of Traverse City; and 10 nieces and nephews. Services were Dec. 28, at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Paul Mergener officiating. Interment was in the Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. _______________ Beatrice G. Johnson Beatrice G. Johnson, 93, of Nashville died July 30, 1995, at Tendercare of Hastings. Mrs. Johnson was born Oct. 9, 1901, in Orangeville Township, Barry County, the daughter of Freeman and Florence (Powers) Ives. She graduated from Martin High School in 1921 and Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo. She was associated with Michigan public schools most of her life, teaching elementary school for 40 years in Vermontville, Dimondale, and Battle Creek. She had lived in the Nashville area since 1939 and married Sigfrid Johnson July 29, 1966, in Hastings. She was a member of the Michigan Education Association of Retired Teachers and National Retired Teachers' Association. She is survived by her husband, Sigfrid; one son, Gordon (Bonita) gill of Sun Lakes, Ariz.; three grandchildren, Cheryl Hennessey of Yardley, Penn., Erik Gill of Dunwoody, Ga., and Lynette Carr of Gloucester, N.J.; six great- grandchildren; one stepson, Larry Johnson of East Pointe, Fla.; and one stepdaughter, Charlene Barnes of Vermontville. Memorial services are Saturday, Aug. 12, at 2 p.m. at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. Interment is in Wilcox Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Fund. _______________ Estill Johnson Sr. Estill "Shorty" Johnson Sr., 75, died Aug. 23, 1995, in Eaton Rapids. Mr. Johnson was born Oct. 11, 1919, in Halo, Ken., the son of William and Tabitha (Wilson) Johnson. He was a coal miner in Kentucky before moving to Michigan in 1960 where he worked for Houston Farms. He was later employed at Michigan Packaging, retiring in 1984 after 17 years of service. He was an accomplished musician, entertaining family and friends. He is survived by five daughters, Ellen (Phil) Beam, Loretta "Ready" (Ken) Miller, and Lora "Tootsie" Metcalf, all of Eaton Rapids, Judy (Clinen) Slone of Arizona, and Phyllis Scott of Lansing; three sons, Estill "Buddy" Jr. and Zesill "Zak" (Diana), both of Eaton Rapids, and Jack of Toledo, Ohio; 25 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; one brother, the Rev. James (Juanita) Johnson of Kentucky; three sisters, Margaret Ambergey and Eliza (Henry Ford) Madden, both of Kentucky, and Opal (Bob) Bedett of Tennessee; and two aunts, Azel Caudill of Springport and Hazel Slone of Indiana. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lora in 1992. Services were Aug. 26 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with Sheridan Hall officiating. Interment was in the Munger Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Rapids Community Hospital. _______________ Hubert R. Johnson Hubert Ray Johnson, 77, of Charlotte died July 30, 1995, at the St. Lawrence Dimondale Center. Mr. Johnson was born in Macon County, Tenn., the son of Erbie and Pearl (Jones) Johnson. He was employed by Minor Walton and Agri Sales for 54 years before his retirement. He is survived by his wife, Lois; one daughter, MeaDora (Mark) Salemka of Adrian; one grandson, Matthew Salemka of Adrian; three sisters, Lula Whitney of Indianapolis, Ind., and Hallie Meador and Ruby Suttle, both of Kentucky; and two brothers, Jessie and John, both of Kentucky. Visitation is Wednesday, Aug. 2, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Services are Thursday, Aug. 3, at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Cyril Page officiating. Interment is in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ John P. Jones John Phillip Jones, 92, of Charlotte died May 29, 1995, at the Eaton Manor Nursing Home. Mr. Jones farmed the family farm in Ithaca until he moved to Lansing and became a driver for the Lansing Ice and Fuel Company until the early 1960's. He is survived by his step-granddaughter, Barbara Wright of Lansing; step-great-granddaughter, Josephine Hildebrandt of Mason; step-daughter-in-law, Norma Kiste of Lansing; and nephew, O.B. Jones of Traverse City. Services were June 1 at the New Haven Cemetery, Carson City, with the Rev. Darwin Kuhl officiating. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Pearl R. Jordan Pearl Rose Jordan, 87, died Aug. 6, 1995, in Charlotte. Mrs. Jordan was born June 7, 1908, in Isabella County, the daughter of Robert and Ella (Humphrey) French. She is survived by her husband of 13 years, Jesse; two daughters, Doris (Albert) Adams of Eaton Rapids, and Barbara (Leo) Jones of Lansing; three sons, Jesse (Betty) Jr. of Indiana, Bill (Estella) of Eaton Rapids, and Steven (Shirley) Haskel of Florida; 19 grandchildren; 36 great- grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; two brothers, Ralph French of Onondaga and Lyle (Illah) French of Nashville; one sister, Elva (Arlo) Jersey of St. Johns; and several nieces and nephews. At her request, there are no services. Arrangements were made by the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Those desiring may plant a white rose in her memory. _______________ Edwin J. Jury Edwin John Jury, 70, died May 2, 1995, at his residence. Mr. Jury was born June 6, 1924, in St. Johns, the son of Paul and Nora (Bumgardner) Jury. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Charlotte, and attended St. Peter's Catholic Church in Eaton Rapids. He operated a dairy farm for 60 years and was the chief animal caretaker at Potter Park Zoo in the early 1990s. He also volunteered as a driver for Capital Area Community Services in Eaton and Ingham Counties in the late 1980s. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Catherine; two daughters, Jeanette (David) Nestle of Coral and Nadine Jury of Eaton Rapids; three sons, Dana (Peggy) of Davison, Stephen (Sharon) of St. Johns, and Michael of Florida; 10 grandchildren; one brother, Mark (Pat) of Perry; three sisters, Agnes Arginsinger of Ithaca, Margaret (Robert) Stewart of DeWitt, and Josephine (Robert) Lipscomb of Charlotte. Mass of the Christian Burial was May 4 at St. Peter's Church with Fr. Bennett Constantine as celibrant. Arrangements were made by the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to either the St. Peter's Building Fund or for a memorial Mass. _______________ Bernice M. Kaylor Bernice M. Kaylor, 87, of Eaton Rapids died April 17, 1995, in Charlotte. Mrs. Kaylor was born Oct. 8, 1907, in Huntington, Ind., the daughter of Levi and M. Maude (Kocher) Kaylor. She is survived by one niece, Martha Liphard of East Lansing. Graveside services were April 20 at the Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids, with Fr. John Keller officiating. Arrangements were made by the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. _______________ Charles F. Keefus Charles Frank Keefus, 70, of Charlotte died Feb. 1, 1995, at the Michigan Capital Medical Center Greenlawn Campus, Lansing, after a long illness. Mr. Keefus was born in Union City, the son of Vernon and Gertrude (Woods) Keefus. He was a retired truck driver, owned C & C Reloading, and was a gunsmith. He was a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association, lifetime member of the North American Hunting Club, and the Eaton Rapids Conservation Club. He is survived by his wife, Cleone; three daughters, Terry Fancher of Olivet, Cheryl Keefus of Tonasket, Wash., and Sharon (Keith) St. John of Charlotte; one son, David Keefus of Houston, Texas; six grandchildren; four great- grandchildren; mother, Gertrude Keefus of Battle Creek; and one brother, Duane (Jackie) Keefus of Battle Creek. Services were Feb. 3 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. Interment was in the Plains Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. _______________ Ceyland E. Kelley Ceyland E. Kelley, 81, of Charlotte died July 3, 1995, at his residence. Mr. Kelley was born in Elm Hall, the son of Elzie and Mary Ann (Fach) Kelley. He was employed at Oldsmobile until retiring in 1971. He owned and operated the Gresham Store and had farmed for many years. He was a former treasurer of the Needmore Country School and member of the Quarter Century Club. He is survived by his wife, Edla; one daughter, Darlene (Dwight) Pierce of Charlotte; one son, Sherman (Marcelyn) of Duck Lake; four grandchildren, Kim Whetstone, Kris (Jan) Kelley, Darla (Dale) Arnold, and Garrett Pierce; and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Darwin in 1981. Services were July 6 at 10:30 a.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the LAUMC. _______________ Elda Kelley Elda Marie Kelley, 79, of Charlotte died Aug. 29, 1995, at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility. Mrs. Kelley was born in Mulliken, the daughter of Dell and Jenny (Kenyon) Sherman. She was an office worker for nearly 20 years for the Charlotte livestock yards. She is survived by one son, Sherman (Marcelyn) of Duck Lake; one daughter, Darlene (Dwight) Pierce of Charlotte; four grandchildren, Kim Whetstone, Kris (Jan) Kelley, Darla (Dale) Arnold, and Garrett Pierce; and seven great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ceyland, July 3, 1995, and one son, Darwin, in 1981. Services were Aug. 31 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lawrence Avenue Methodist Church. _______________ Donald A. Kingsbury Donald A. Kingsbury, 87, of Grand Ledge died Jan. 23, 1995, in Charlotte. Mr. Kingsbury was a retired truck driver for Grand Ledge Clay Products; World War II veteran; member and past commander of American Ledion Cole-Briggs Post #48. Survivors include sons, Max and Dennis (Charmaine), of Lansing; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his wife, Madeline. Services were held Jan. 25 at the Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. Military graveside services followed at Niles Cemetery. _______________ Montrose W. Kisner Montrose Wayne Kisner, five-and-one-half weeks old, of Charlotte died Sept. 23, 1995, at a New York, N.Y. hospital. Montrose was born in Ann Arbor, the son of Dan and Shannon (Sevenski) Kisner. He is survived by his parents, Dan and Shannon Kisner; one sister, Destiny Bevann of Olivet; his grandmothers, Beverly Holcomb of Olivet and Karen Kisner of Hudson; his grandfathers, Joseph Sevenski of Lansing, Buddy Holcomb of Charlotte, Kevin Murphy of Olivet, and Thomas Kisner of Hudson; and one uncle, David Lloyd of Charlotte. He was preceded in death by his great-grandmother, Ruth Fellows, two uncles, Stephen and Jason Sevenski, and one great uncle, Pat Ryan. Services were Thursday, Sept. 28 at 10:30 a.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, with the Rev. Duane Royston officiating. Interment was in the Look Cemetery, Mason. _______________ Walter J. Kita Walter Joseph Kita, 76, of Bellevue died Feb. 13, 1995, at his residence. He is survived by one son, John; two half-brothers, Edward (Mary) Brzycki of Charlotte, and Zygmunt (Helen) Brzycki of Olivet; one step-brother, Frank (Marie) Briskie of Olivet; one step-sister, Hattie (Clarence) Freeburn of Texas; and many nieces and nephews. Services were Feb. 16 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Father Thomas Nenneau officiating. Interment was in the West Carmel Cemetery. _______________ Sonia Lee Koenigsamen Sonia Lee Koenigsamen, 57, of Charlotte died March 10, 1995. Mrs. Koenigsmen was born in Mineola, N.Y. She was an assistant site director for a senior citizens nutrition program of the American Red Cross in New York for 18 years. She is survived by her husband of 35 years, Henry; one daughter, Linda (Brent) Buchanan of Charlotte; and two grandchildren, Paul and Lee. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Janet Koenigsamen of St. Cloud, Minn., Nov. 12, 1993. Services were March 13 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Gary Gearhart officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Janet Lee Koenigsamen Memorial Scholarship Fund, St. Benedicts' College, St. Joseph, Minn. _______________ Eugene A. Koetje Eugene A. Koetje, 60, of Nashville died Aug. 5, 1995, at Butterworth Hospital, Grand Rapids. Mr. Koetje was born in McBain, the son of William and Thressa (Kuiper) Koetje July 11, 1935. He was a graduate of Northern Michigan Christsian School, McBain, and served in the United States Navy. He married Joyce Datema in Caledonia Sept. 16, 1960. He was a barber in Caledonia and served Nashville for 23 years on the police force, 16 years as police chief. He was an elder at the Christian Reformed Church, Lake Odessa, and president of the Nashville Lions club in 1995-96. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Joyce; one daughter, Kris (John) VanLaan of Caledonia; two sons, Bill (Tanya) of Fenwick and Pete of Denver, Colo.; five grandchildren; his step mother, Edna Koetje of Zeeland; his grandmother, Grace Koetje of McBain; sisters- and brother- in-law, Bud and Marge Warmelink and Roland and Harriet Kiper; step brothers and sisters, Bob and Tammy Zuiderveen, Lee and Donna Aarendsen, and Roger and Bev Avink; three half brothers, Richard (Paul) Koetje, Terry (Linda) Koetje, and Wayne (Sandy) Koetje; brothers- and sisters-in-law, Jane and Earl VanLaan, Doris and Earl VanLaan, Philip and Gen Datema, Jim and Phyllis Datema, Eleanor Datema, Jim and Nancy Fitzsimmons, and Pete and Nancy Datema; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Thressa and William Koetje. Visitation is Tuesday, Aug. 8, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Nashville Baptist Church. Services are Wednesday, Aug. 9 at 2 p.m. at the church. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Barry County Christian School or Nashville Lions Club. _______________ Howard H. Kramer Howard H. Kramer, 85, of Charlotte died April 24, 1995. Mr. Kramer was born Dec. 25, 1909, in Three Rivers. He was a 1932 graduate of Michigan Technological University and retired from the state of Michigan Department of Transportation in 1976. He was a registered professional engineer in Michigan, Ohio, and Oregon, and served as city manager to the cities of Charlotte, St. Clair Shores, Traverse City, and Petoskey, Middletown, Ohio, and Milton- Freewater, Ore. He was also assistant city manager in Sturgis and worked for the state of Ohio Highway Department. He was a life member of the International City Managers Association and Elks Lodge, Traverse City, and a past president of the Michigan Municipal League. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Mary; two sons, Paul of Lansing and R. Ned (Weida) of Columbus, Ohio; seven grandchildren, Paula (Chris) Johnson of lansing, Kim (Klaus) Guter of Virginia Beach, Va., Karol (Paul) VanderPloeg of Colorado Springs, Colo., Timothy (Deborah) Kramer of Hilliard, Ohio, Kathy (Russ) Jorae of Lansing, Jeffrey Kramer of West Lake, Ohio, and Captain Peter Kramer of Waikiki, Hawaii; and nine great-grandchildren. Services were April 27 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment was in the Deepdale Memorial Park, Lansing. Memorial contributions may be made to Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, or the charity of one's choice. _______________ Denise A. Krouse Denise A. (Snowden) Krouse, 30, of Hastings, formerly of Vermontville, died Sept. 29, 1995, in Lansing as the result of an automobile accident. Mrs. Krouse was born Aug. 13, 1965, in Hastings, the daughter of Lawrence and Kay (Jarrard) Snowden. She graduated from Maple Valley High School in 1983 and from the Boyd Institute, Pittsburgh, Penn. She married Dean Krouse in June 1985 in Nashville. She had previously been employed at National Car Rental, Minnesota, Edina Realty, Md., and was currently employed at AAA Financial in Grand Rapids. She was a member of St. Cyril Catholic Church, Nashville, the Maple Valley/Ionia Community Band, and was an honored athlete and student in high school. She is survived by one son, Michael; her former husband, Dean Krouse; her fiance, Troy Burch; her mother and father, Kay and Lawrence Snowden of Vermontville; one sister, Sandra (Mike) Vernier of Grand Rapids; one brother, Dan (Michelle) Snowden of Hastings; her grandparents, Lawrence and Mary Jarrard of Nashville and Camilla Wixson of Sorrento, Fla.; and nieces and nephews, Brandy, Tia, Pauly, Bradley, and Brent. She was preceded in death by her grandfather, John Wixson, and father-in-law, Richard Krouse. Services were Oct. 2 at the Maple Valley Chaple-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville, with the Rev. Charles Fischer officiating. Interment was in the Wilcox Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Denise Krouse Memorial Fund. _______________ Lorrance E. LaBare Lorrance "Larry" E. LaBare, 84, of Hixson, Tenn., died Oct. 23, 1995, at his home. Mr. LaBare was born Dec. 17, 1910, in Loda, Ill., the son of Meddie and Margaret LaBare. He was a long time resident of Charlotte and Battle Creek and resided in the Chattanooga, Tenn., area for the past six years. He was retired from the Singer Sewing Machine Co., Battle Creek, and a member of the Congregational Church, Battle Creek. He was a life member of the Ira Beck Lodge #503 F&A, a past patron of the Bryant OES Chapter, Battle Creek. He is survived by his wife, Sally; one son, Elton of Charlotte; two daughters, Peggy Masters of Hixson and Elsie Hook of Battle Creek; five grandchildren; nine great- grandchildren; one sister, Isabelle Johnson of Charlotte; and one brother, Verne of Lansing, and one sister, Arabelle Krebs of Charlotte. Memorial services are Saturday, Nov. 11, at 2 p.m. at the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. _______________ Verne LaBare Verne LaBare, 81, died Aug. 12, 1995, of Lansing, formerly of Charlotte, at his residence. Mr. LaBare retired from the John Deere Co. in 1979. He is survived by two daughters, Karla (Larry) Martzke and Susie (Ron) Kemp, both of Grand Ledge; one son, Keith (Marilyn) LaBare of Nashville; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one sister, Isabel Johnson of Charlotte, and two brothers, Lorrance (Sally) of Tennessee and Raymond (Flo) of Florida. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elsie in 1985, and two grandchildren. Services are Tuesday, Aug. 15, at 11 a.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Jeffrey Nunham officiating. Visiting Nurse Home Care and Hospice, 4801 Willoughby Road, Suite 7, Holt, Mich. 48842-1029. _______________ Ethel B. Lambkie Ethel B. Lambkie, 98, of Bellevue died Nov. 19, 1995, in Mercy Pavilion, Battle Creek. Mrs. Lambkie was born March 30, 1897, in Convis Township, the daughter of Daniel and Hattie (Terwilliger) Stumpf. She was a 1915 graduate of Bellevue High School and attended Kalamazoo Normal College (now Western Michigan University) and taught school until she married Harry Lambkie May 31, 1917. She worked at Kellogg's during World War II. She was a member of the Baseline United Methodist Church and its Dodra Circle, active in support of missionary work, the Belevue Historical Society, and Bellevue Alumni. She is survived by one daughter, Helen Crofoot of Battle Creek; one son, Harold of Fort Pierce, Fla.; two grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry March 26, 1971. Services were Nov. 22 at the Baseline UMC with Pastor Morrie Walsworth officiating. Interment was in the Bell Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue. Memorial contributions may be made to the Baseline UMC Building Fund. _______________ Wilhelmine K. Langmaack Wilhelmine K. Langmaack, 94, of Charlotte died May 11, 1995, at her home. Mrs. Langmaack was born in Horst, Germany, the daughter of Adolph and Anne Muhs. She was a homemaker. She was affiliated with the Eaton County Extension, a 4-H leader, member of the Eaton County Farm Bureau, and involved with the local senior citizens group. She is survived by one son, Hans (Pat) of Charlotte; one daughter, Ingrid (Joseph) Iauch of Phoenix, Ariz.; nine grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and one great-great- grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hans in 1961. Services were May 13 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte; with the Rev. Robert Kersten officiating. Interment was in the Gresham Cemetery. _______________ Dorothy R. Larson Dorothy R. Larson, 71, of Bellevue died June 13, 1995, at her residence after a long illness. Mrs. Larson was born Jan. 8, 1924, in Chagrin Falls, Ohio, the daughter of Harry and Dora (Campbell) Russell. She was a 1941 graduate of Chagrin Falls High School and received associate's degrees from Kellogg Community College in general studies in 1977 and business administration in 1978. She married Charles Larson Dec. 18, 1949, in Shaker Heights, Ohio. They came to Bellevue from Detroit in 1953 and lived at the residence that has been in the family since 1875 and is listed on the Michigan Historical Register. She served in the Civil Air Patrol during World War II. She was a member of the Bellevue Village Council for several years and, with her husband, was one of the founders of the Bellevue Historical Society. She was also a member of the Eaton County Historical Society. She is survived by four daughters, Marta Larson of Whitemore Lake, Karen Kristofik of Homewood, Ill., Lisa Larson of Jackson and Patrice Larson of Battle Creek; one son, John of Bellevue; six grandchildren; and three sisters, Ruth Bayless of Tualatin, Ore., Mabel Bluhm of Medina, Ohio, and Marion Althoff of Brunswick, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles in 1989. Services were June 14 at the Bellevue United Methodist Church with the Rev. William Sanders officiating. Interment was in Riverside Cemetery, Bellevue. Arrangements were made by the Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bellevue Historical Society. _______________ Bonnie M. Laverty Bonnie M. (Bramble) Laverty, 90, died Jan. 17, 1995, in Dimondale. Mrs. Laverty retired from Oldsmobile and was a member of the Oldsmobile Girls' Club, Potterville United Methodist Church, and was a life member of Potterville Order of Eastern Star #413. She married Ray Laverty June 27, 1922, in Potterville where she made her home for 73 years. She is survived by four daughters, Lorena Hammond of Chandler, Ariz., Linda (Bob) Davis of Honolulu, Hawaii, Sharon Miller of Kalaheo, Hawaii, and Charlene (Don) Moore of Wiedman; 11 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; and two nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ray Feb. 26, 1988. Cremation has taken place. Her ashes will be placed next to her husband, Ray, during private services at the Benton Cemetery near Potterville. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Potterville UMC. _______________ Marie N. Lea Marie Nellie Lea, 68, of Charlotte died June 4, 1995, at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility, Charlotte. Mrs. Lea was born in Carmel Township, the daughter of Melvin and Marie (Brown) Bisel. She is survived by her husband, Robert; one son, Robert Jr. (Teresa) Lea of Charlotte; one daughter, Vicki Lea of Charlotte; three grandchildren, Robert Lea III, Christopher Lea, and Jason Lea; one brother, Melvin Bisel of Eaton Rapids; two nieces, Stephanie Williams and Debbie Bisel both of Charlotte; and one nephew, Jeff Bisel of Narrow Lake. Services were June 7 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. _______________ Darlene E. Lease Darlene E. Lease, 51, of Eaton Rapids, died Dec. 30, 1994, at her residence. Mrs. Lease was born Oct. 17, 1943, in Eaton Rapids, the daughter of George and Edith (Martin) Sundermann. She was a member of St. Peter Church and the treasurer of Darue Engineering and Manufacturing, Inc. in Eaton Rapids. She is survived by her husband of 34 years, Daryl Lease; one daughter, Pamela Lease of Eaton Rapids; three sons, Kevin Lease and Mary (Robyn) Lease of Eaton Rapids, and Daniel Lease of Holt; 2 granddaughters, Ashleigh and Nicole Lease; 6 brothers, Gerald (Betty) Sundermann of Dimondale, Eugene (Patricia) Sundermann of Capac, William Sundermann of Springport, Grand (Bonnie) Sundermann of Eaton Rapids, Jack Sundermann of Waco, Texas; four sisters, Betty Powers of Lansing, Kathryn Zillgett of Jackson, Lillian (Bob) Novotny of Ken., Marilynn Specklin of Ariz.; and several nieces and nephews. Mass was held Jan. 2 at St. Peter Church, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Bennett Constantine officiating. Casket bearers were John McHugh, Jason Sundermann, Troy Sundermann, Timothy Zillgett, Eugene Zillgett, and Michael Ruedisueli. Interment was in Oakwood Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Arrangements were made by the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. _______________ James E. Lerch James E. Lerch, 70, of Charlotte died Sept. 2, 1995, at his residence. Mr. Lerch was born in Stark County, Ind., the son of James and Enid (Howard) Lerch. He was a truck driver for Crandell's and St. Regis. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Jean (DenHerder); two daughters, Patricia (Milton) Freeman of Hastings, and Beverly Daniels (Robert Swan) of Charlotte; two sons, James Lerch (Linda Smith) of Olivet, and Michael (Valerie) Lerch of Columbus, Ohio; nine grandchildren; seven great- grandchildren; one brother, O. Richard of Lansing; and one sister, M. June Fisher of Roscommon. He was preceded in death by one sister, Evelyn (Lerch) Cook in 1981. Services were Sept. 5 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Jerry Slivensky officiating. Interment was in the Center Eaton Cemetery. _______________ Nathan Lewis Nathan "Red" Lewis, 73, of Nashville died March 14, 1995, at Norman Regional Hospital, Norman, Okla. Mr. Lewis was born in Ann Arbor Sept. 30, 1921, the son of Eaercil and Ethel (Way) Lewis. He attended Ann Arbor schools and served in the Army during World War II in Europe, attaining the rank of corporal with four battle stars. He married Alberta Lewis in Monroe Sept. 25, 1954. He worked for E.W. Bliss in Hastings for 17 years in the foundry department and after retiring, at McDonald's in Charlotte. He was a past commander and chaplain for 10 years at VFW Post #8260, Nashville, a past member of the American Legion Post in Pontiac, the Woodland Eagles, and attended the Charlotte Assembly of God. He had been a resident of Norman, Okla., for two years. He is survived by his wife, Alberta; four daughters, Gloria Leiter of Charlotte, Maryann Carpenter of Potterville, Debra Jone of Norman, and Cindy Gilmore of Vermontville; two sons, William of Grand Ledge and Rick of Nashville; 12 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and one brother, Henry of Whitman, Ariz. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, one granddaughter, Sheila Allen, one brother, Earcil Lewis Jr., and one sister, Eva Smith. Services were March 18 at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville, with Chaplain Richard Genther officiating. Interment, with full military honors, was March 20 at Fort Custer National Cemetery, Augusta. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association. _______________ Eugene R. Lingholm Eugene "Gene" R. Lingholm, 65, of Nashville died April 25, 1995, at Borgess Medical Center, Kalamazoo. Mr. Lingholm was born May 31, 1931, in Joliet, Ill., the son of John and Rita (Nelson) Lingholm. He graduated from Joliet High School and served in the Army at the end of World War II in Japan. He married Winifred Hutchison in Joliet on Feb. 4, 1950 and they moved to Battle Creek in 1964 and to Nashville in 1967. He worked for 32 years at the Federal Center in Battle Creek most recently as a computer system analyst. He retired in 1987. He was a member of the Joliet Masonic Lodge. He is survived by his wife, Winifred; children, Larry (Betty) Lingholm of Grand Rapids, Pat (Bruce) Vincent of Battle Creek, Anita (Gary) Henline of Charlotte, Jim (Diane) Lingholm of Nashville, and Pam (Richard) Hargus of East Leroy; nine grandchildren; mother, Rita Lingholm of Ocala, Fla.; and sister, Charlene (Leonard) Surdey of Ocala. Services were April 28 at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville, with the Rev. Glem Branham of Nashville Assembly of God officiating. Interment was in the Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or the Diabetes Association. _______________ Hazel M. Lloyd Hazel Mae Lloyd, 93, of Eaton Rapids died Sept. 9, 1995, in Charlotte. Mrs. Lloyd was born Dec. 4, 1901, in Jackson County, the daughter of Warren and Effie (French) Schutt. She was a resident of Brookfield Township for over 60 years and was employed at the Davidson Woolen Mill in Eaton Rapids. She is survived by two daughters, Frances (Keith) Manigold of Calif., and Beatrice (Stanley) Widdas of Wash.; three sons, David (Rose) Lloyd of Eaton Rapids, Douglas (Alice) Lloyd of Saline, and Eugene (Elaine) Lloyd of Newaygo; nine grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold in 1984. Services were Sept. 13 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Interment was in the Oakwood Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. _______________ Verita L. Lobert Verita L. "Rita" (Thornton) Lobert, 63, of Vermontville died Sept. 25, 1995. Mrs. Lobert was born July 12, 1932, in St. Johns, the daughter of Howard and Mary (Driskill) Walker. She was a retired caseworker from Clinton and Eaton County Department of Social Services after 23 years of service. She was a member of Vermontville Congregational Church, Vermontville Historical Society, Vermontville Women's Club, Secretary of the Vermontville Chamber of Commerce, and coordinator of the Vermontville Community Christmas Baskets. She was a board member of Eaton Area Habitat for Humanity, and volunteer for Eaton Community Hospice, Eaton County D.S.S., and former 4-H leader in Clinton County for 20 years, leading the clown program for 10 years being known as Bubbles and Yoo-Hoo the clown. She married Wayne Lobert June 20, 1987. She is survived by her husband, Wayne; two sons, Steve Thornton of Port Huron, and rod Thornton of San Francisco, Calif.; one daughter, Cindy (Mark) Reetz of Grayling; two stepdaughters, Annette (George) Warner of Onondaga, and Debbie (Bob) Drewyor of Beebe, Ark.; three grandchildren, Curtis, Kristen, and Jeffrey Thornton; six step- grandchildren, Wade, Matt, and Kailee Warner, and Nikea, Jesse, and Bobby Drewyor; her parents, Howard and Mary Walker of St. Johns; and two sisters, Judy (Jim) Lietzke of Hinckley, Ohio, and Janet (Norbert) Rademacher of Owosso. She was preceded in death by her brother, Paul Walker. Services were Sept. 28 at the Osgood Funeral Home, St. Johns, with the Pastor Eric Lison and the Rev. Hugh Banninga officiating. Interment was in the South Bingham Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Shirley L. Locke Shirley Louise Locke, 66, of Eaton Rapids died Aug. 18, 1995. Mrs. Locke was born Dec. 25, 1928, the daughter of Adolph and Vivian (Love) Roth. She is survived by her husband, Harold "Dick"; one son, Terry (Doris) Locke of Marshall; one daughter, Carol Preston of Eaton Rapids; six grandchildren, Anne Marie (Walter) Myles, Becky, Richard, and Shirley Locke, and Dana and Darren Preston; a great-grandson, Colyn Locke; one brother, Adolph (Beverly) Roth of Albion; one sister, Mary (Stanley) Norris of Charlotte; one stepbrother, John (Lorraine) Sattazahn of Onondaga; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. Services were held Aug. 21 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Gary Bright officiating. Interment was in Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Rapids Community Hospice. _______________ Martha Lomison Martha Lomison, 85, of Charlotte, formerly of Three Rivers, died June 15, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, following a long illness. Mrs. Lomison was born in Chicago, Dec. 24, 1909, the daughter of the late Walter and Anna (Lapinski) Sedy. She married Bernard Lomison Oct. 25, 1931, in Joplin, Mo., and had lived at Fisher Lake near Three Rivers for over 50 years. She is survived by two daughters, Nancy Hitzeman of Haslett and Judy (Richard) Bearup of Charlotte; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard Feb. 15, 1976, one daughter, Carol Abood, two grandchildren, Anna and Mary Ann Abood, seven sisters, and one brother. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services are Sunday, June 25, at 5 p.m. at the Eickhoff Funeral Home, Mendon, with the Rev. David Maier officiating. A private interment of ashes is being held at South Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Our Saviour Lutheran Church, 1601 W. Holmes Road, Lansing, Mich. 48910, or Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital. _______________ Tamara S. Lott Tamara Sean Lott, 44, of Charlotte died Nov. 21, 1995, at her residence. Mrs. Lott was born in Lansing Nov. 29, 1950, the daughter of Western and Barbara Main. She was a court reporter- stenographer for the Michigan Department of Labor. She is survived by her husband, Larry; one son, Jean of Charlotte; twin daughters, Aimee Jo and her fiancée Matt Griffith, and JoLynne, both of Lansing; and LeeAnne Lott of Charlotte; her mother, Barbara Main of Grand Ledge; one sister, Michelle (Ted) Holmberg of Lansing; two brothers, D. Gregory (Barbara) Main of Oklahoma City, Okla., and Timothy (Martha) Main of Madison, Wis.; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Memorial Mass was Nov. 25 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Charlotte, with Fr. Thomas Nenneau officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the children's educational fund for LeeAnne and Sean or the American Cancer Society. _______________ Velda E. Lowe Velda E. Lowe, 97, of Charlotte died Sept. 22, 1995, at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility, Charlotte. Mrs. Lowe was born near Mulliken in a log cabin Jan. 5, 1898, the daughter of Lowell and Capitola (Stearns) Robinson. She was a member of the West Carmel Congregational Church and an active member of its church circle and Birthday Club. She was a former member of the Ella Barber Circle of the First Congregational Church United Church of Christ, Charlotte. She was a former 4-H leader and member of the Eaton County Farm Bureau. She is survived by two sons, Richard of Naples, Fla., and Douglas (Janis) of Charlotte; one daughter-in-law, Virginia Lowe of Charlotte; seven grandchildren; 13 great- grandchildren; and her twin brother, Vere Robinson of Bellevue. She was preceded in death by her husband, Calvin in March 1993, one son, William "Bill" in August 1987, and two grandsons, Charles and Bradford Lowe. Services were Sept. 25 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. William Brown officiating. Interment was in the West Carmel Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the West Carmel Congregational Church. _______________ Jeff McClellan Jeff McClellan, 44, of Lansing died Aug. 14, 1995. He was born July 24, 1951 in Lansing and has been a lifelong resident. He graduated from Grand Ledge High School; attended Lansing Community College; and was employed with the Fisher Body Corp. for seven years. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert, in 1979. Surviving are his mother, Doris McClellan; sister, Terry Grace; niece, Jenny Grace; nephew, Robert Grace; and several beloved cousins. Private interment was held a Oakwood Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Arrangements were made by the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel. Contributions may be made to the Capital Area Human Society. _______________ Bertha N. McCombs Bertha Nelson McCombs, 71, of Charlotte, died June 23, 1995, at her daughter's home in Mount Pleasant after a long courageous battle with breast cancer. Mrs. McCombs was born Feb. 9, 1916, in Muncie, Ind., the daughter of Evert and Estella (Stradling) Nelson. She moved with her family to Eaton County in 1919 and lived in Charlotte her entire lifetime. Later, she divided her time in Charlotte, Eight Point Lake in Clare County, and Fort Myers, Fla. She was a member of the First Congregational Church United Church of Christ and its Blanche Moyer Circle. She volunteered in the community and was the bookkeeper for the family business, True Value Hardware in Hasltett. She is survived by two daughters, Jean (Mike) Claus of Mt. Pleasant and Marilyn McCombs (Mark Weir) of Indianapolis, Ind.; one son, Jim (Chris) of East Lansing; one brother, Joe (Barbara) Nelson of Charlotte; one sister, Lulu Young of Williamston; four grandchildren, Jennifer Claus (Russ) Schslukebir of Indianapolis, Mickey Claus of Mount Pleasant, Wesley McCombs Weir of Indianapolis, and Kara VanDampen of West Bloomfield. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward, two sisters, and two brothers. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services are Tuesday, June 27, at 11 a.m. at the First Congregational Church, Charlotte. Arrangements were made by the Helms Funeral Home, Mt. Pleasant. Memorial contributions may be made to Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. _______________ Viola M. McConnell Viola M. McConnell, 79, of Charlotte, died Dec. 12, 1995. Mr. McConnell was born in Belding, the daughter of Charles and Lovina (Weaver) Groom, and had been a Charlotte resident since 1950 coming from Belding. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, Charlotte, and a former employee of Charlotte Chair Company. She is survived by two sons, Robert (Sally) of Lake, and Lou (Salliann) of Greenville; two daughters, Pat (Merlin) Koos of Charlotte, and Carolyn McConnell of Carol Stream, Ill.; one son-in-law, Rod Hatcher of Mason; 15 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; one brother, Bird Groom of Zephyr Hills, Fla.; two sisters, Minnie Peterman of Greenville, and Nemma Hatfield of Belding. She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Robert, in October 1992; one daughter, Charlene Hatcher, in January 1993; five brothers; and two sisters. Services were Dec. 15 at the First Baptist Church, Charlotte. Interment was in the Center Eaton Cemetery. Arrangements were made by Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice, the Barry-Eaton Health Department Home Health Care, or the First Baptist Church Building Fund. _______________ Alton D. McDonald Alton Dale "Pete" McDonald, 89, of Charlotte died April 29, 1995, at Carriage Inn, Coldwater. Mr. McDonald was born in Odessa Township, Ionia County, the son of George and Belle (Rush) McDonald. He was employed by Johnson Lumber Co. as a laborer. He is survived by his wife, Helen (Tillitson); one stepdaughter, Diana McKinely of Coldwater; four stepsons, Richard (Nancy) and Roger (Shirley), all of Coldwater, Larry (Mari Jane) of Ocala, Fla., and Jack (Kay) Tillitson of Houston, Texas; one sister, Gatha (Ball) Melaragni of Lansing; and one brother, Howard (Violet) of Bellevue. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Minnie in 1974. Graveside services are Tuesday, May 2, at 10:30 a.m. at the Gresham Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Florence McKishnie Florence McKishnie, 86, of Eaton Rapids died July 15, 1995, in Charlotte. Mrs. McKishnie was born in Eaton Rapids Township, Eaton County, Sept. 27, 1909. She was a restaurant cook until her retirement and a member of the Charlotte Assembly of God Church. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Lawrence; four granddaughters, Melva Cantin, Candace Muncey, Vanda Bailey, and Renee Stevenson; six great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one son, Melvin, and one daughter, Bonnie VanValkenburg. Services are Tuesday, July 18, at 2 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Mark Woodbury officiating. Interment is in the Center Eaton Cemetery. _______________ Leila McLaughlin Leila McLaughlin, 83, of Rancho Santa Fe, Calif., died April 24, 1995, in Rancho Santa Fe. Mrs. McLaughlin was born in Lincolnton, N.C., the daughter of Marion Halsey and Leila (Dupuy) Groves. She was a resident of the Rancho Santa Fe area for over 30 years and a member and former treasurer of the San Diego Opera Guild. She was the widow of Leighton McLaughlin who was a managing partner for the accounting firm of Arthur Young and Company, Chicago, Ill., and a native of Charlotte. She is survived by one stepson, Leighton II of Riverside, Calif.; one stepdaughter, Sandra Sawyer of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; 18 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Memorial services are Saturday, July 8, at 5 p.m. at Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Delora J. McWhorter Delora "Dee" J. McWhorter, 61, of Mulliken died Oct. 30, 1995, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing. Mrs. McWhorter is survived by her husband, Carrol "Mac"; one daughter, Colleen McWhorter of Sunfield; one son, Mark (Michelle) of Sunfield; her mother, Opal Dodge of Lake Odessa; and one brother, Charles Dodge of Battle Creek. She was preceded in death by her father, H. Dean Dodge. Services were Nov. 2 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes- Fisher Chapel, Sunfield, with the Rev. Harrie Hoekwater officiating. Interment was in the Sunfield Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sunfeild Area Sponsors of Programs for Youth, also known as SPYs Scholarship Fund. _______________ John Madry Jr. John Madry Jr., 67, of Bellevue died Sept. 10, 1995, at his home. Mr. Madry was born April 2, 1928, in Bellevue, the son of John and Katherine (Dlugosz) Madry, Sr. He attended Bellevue schools. He worked 35 years as a pressman for the A.E. Hoover Company, Charlotte, retiring in 1989. He also farmed in the Bellevue area. He was a member of St. Ann Catholic Church in Bellevue. He married Ernestine Betz Jan. 19, 1952, in Bellevue. He is survived by his wife, Ernestine; two daughters, Kay (Darrel) Johnston of Rockledge, Fla., and Julie (Randy) Masters of Lansing; two sons, John Madry III of Olivet, and Trevor (Jodi) Madry of Convis Township; three brothers, Louis Madry of Charlotte, and Charles and Roman Madry both of Bellevue; and two sisters, Sophia Mykala of Jackson, and Mary Bredoff of Franklin Park, Ill. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Theodore; and one sister Wanda Bunchish. Prayer services were Sept. 13 at the Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue, and a Mass of Christian Burial was Sept. 14, at St. Ann's Catholic Church, Bellevue, with the Rev. James Mathias officiating. Interment was in the Riverside Cemetery, Bellevue. Memorial contributions may b e made to the Good Samaritan Hospice Care. _______________ Robert M. Mahar Robert M. Mahar, 81, of Vermontville died June 13, 1995, at Thornapple Manor. Mr. Mahar was born in Eaton County, the son of Michael and Nora (Spencer) Mahar. He was a farmer and former Oldsmobile employee. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy; five daughters, Nora (Francis) Peake of Bellevue; Mary (Kenneth) Custer of Bellaire, Lois (Robert) Gardner of Vermontville, Janice (Everett) Swift of San Diego, Calif.; and Lee LaBrosse of Vermontville; two sons, Darwin (Kay) of Reed City and Michael (Jean) of Vine Grove, Ken.; two stepdaughters, Helen (Raymond) Bond of Lake Odessa and Shirley (Rod) Harmon of Vermontville; two stepsons, Forest (Elaine) Gardner and Roger (Diane) Gardner, both of Vermontville; 17 grandchildren; 14 step-grandchildren; 23 great- grandchildren; 22 step-great-grandchildren; one brother, Thomas (Patsy) of Lake Leelenau; one sister, Martha (Kermit) Stamm of Howell; one half-sister, Magdalin Joppie of Hastings; one half-brother, Joseph (Ruth) of New Jersey; and one sister-in-law, Ruth Mahar of Kansas. He was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife, Clara Hardy Mahar, two grandsons, Duane and Steven Swift, one great-grandson, Gary Kerjes, his stepmother, Nellie (Moyer) Mahar, and one brother, Bernard. Services were June 16 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Eric Lison officiating. Interment was in the Kalamo Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Michigan Parkinsons Association. _______________ Gordon D. Main Gordon D. Main, 64, of Eaton Rapids died May 25, 1995. Mr. Main was born April 9, 1931, in Elkhart, Ind., the son of David and Esther Main. He was past chairman of the Satellite Broadcasting and Communications of American Association. He was past president and active member of the Capital City Old Car Club and chaired the building project for the new club building. He was a member of the Buick Club of American and Buick Skylark Club. He was president of the Palm Lake Social Club of the Gardens, Parrish, Fla., a life member of the Loyal Order of the Moose #288, BPOE Elks Sarasota Lodge #1519, Holt Eagles Lodge, and an exemplary member of "The Shack". He was a long time member of Central Michigan Amateur Radio Club and started his business known as Main Electronics Company selling amateur radio equipment. He was instrumental in starting the sound and high end audio business to a state of the art standards and calibration laboratory doing calibration for many, including the big three automakers. He is survived by his wife, Beverly; two sons, David (Janie) Main, and Randy (Monica) Turner; two daughters, Cindy McRae, and Renae Sample; five grandchildren, John, Leslie, Scott, Stephanie, and Tina; two brothers, Dale (Barbara), and Dennis (Penny); two sisters, Deloris (Ray) Halner, and Irene (Louis) McGinnie; brother-in-law, Lester Frank; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Milllie Frank. Services were May 30 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Interment was in Fowler Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Southwest Florida, East Team, 433 8th Ave. West, Palmetto, Fla. 34221, American Lung Association, 403 Seymour, Lansing, MI 48933, or Hospice of Greater Lansing, 6035 Executive Drive, Suite 103, Lansing, MI 48911. _______________ Harriet R. Maitland Harriet Ruth "Dee" Maitland, 69, of Eaton Rapids, died Sept. 13, 1995, in Lansing. Mrs. Maitland was born April 15, 1926, in Marinette, Wis., the daughter of Oscar and Avadna (Crosby) Carlson. She attended the Mount Hope Church in Lansing and was a member of the Eaton Rapids Hospital Auxiliary and the Eaton Rapids Rocking Chair Deserters Senior Center. She is survived by her husband of 27 years, Ken; one daughter, Diana (Keith) Hayter; two sons, John (Sue) Kunce, and Ronald Kunce all of Eaton Rapids; one stepson, Randy (Connie) Maitland of East Grand Rapids; one stepdaughter, Kim Maitland of Jackson; four grandchildren, Kevin, Kyle, Katina and Joshua Hayter; two great-granddaughters, Kaelen and Katarina; one sister, Lorraine (Harold) Pagnier of Kingsford; two half sisters, Sandra (Charles) Liesen of Gladwin, and Jacqueline (Ken) Melear of Illinois. Services were Sept. 16 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with Robin Clair officiating. Interment was in the Rosehill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Rapids Hospital Auxiliary or the Eaton Rapids Senior Center. _______________ Marie Mann Marie Mann, 91, formerly of Vermontville, died Jan. 7, 1995, at Herrick Memorial Hospital, Tecumseh. Mrs. Mann was born in Hillsdale County, the daughter of William and Amanda (Towne) George. She is survived by two sons, LaVaun (Mona) of Britton and Denzel (Alice) of Vermontville; one brother, Oscar (Mae) George of Hillsdale; nine grandchildren; 19 great- grandchildren; and 17 great-great-grandchildren. Services are Tuesday, Jan. 10, at 2 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Pastor Windle Davis officiating. Interment is in Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. _______________ Roger D. Martens Roger D. Martens, 73, of Bellevue died April 7, 1995, at Battle Creek Health System, Leila Site. Mr. Martens was born Nov. 7, 1919, in Bellevue, to Rupert and Louise (Gasser) Martens. He was a 1937 graduate of Bellevue High School. He worked for Henry Hardware and the Lakey Paint Store in Battle Creek before becoming a professional painter. He retired in 1976. He served as a sergeant in the U.S. Army during WWII from 1941-1945 serving the Asian and Pacific Theaters in the 1689th Engineering Battalion. He was serving as Bellevue Village President, pro-temp since April of 1991. He has been on the village council since April 1981 and also served on the Village Fire board from 1981 to 1994. He was a member of the Bellevue United Methodist Church and the Bellevue Lions Club and was active in many Bellevue community affairs. He married Mary Wescott, Sept. 28, 1946, in Battle Creek. He is survived by his wife, Mary; two sons, Thomas Martens of Battle Creek, and David Martens of Charlotte; one daughter, Kathleen Martens of Jackson; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and one brother, Clarence Martens of Bellevue. He was preceded in death by his son, Gerald Martens; brothers, Kenneth, Donald, and Gordon; and a sister, Barbara Brownell. Services were April 20 at the Bellevue United Methodist Church with the Rev. William Sanders officiating. Interment was in the Riverside Cemetery, Bellevue. Arrangements were made by the Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel. Memorials may be made to the Bellevue United Methodist Church or the Bellevue Fire Department. _______________ Leona E. Mason Leona E. Mason, 72, of Stanton, died May 24, 1995, at Belding Christian Nursing Home. Mrs. Mason was born Oct. 4, 1922, in Charlotte, the daughter of Burt and Laura (Allen) Taylor. She married Alfred Mason in Charlotte on Aug. 9, 1941. She is survived by one daughter, Laura (Tom) Keller of Edmore; one son, Ron (Joyce) Mason of Stanton; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mildred Towe of Charlotte, Marion Peabody of Phoenix, Ariz.; two brothers, Richard Taylor of Mulliken and Leman (Ida) Taylor of Phoenix. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred, Aug. 2, 1994, one son, Gary Mason in Jan. 1992, one sister, Fern Gussy, and two brothers, Morris and Lowell Taylor. Arrangements were made by the Johnson Funeral Home, Belding. _______________ Lucille E. Mast Lucille E. Mast, 73, of Vermontville died June 3, 1995, at St. Mary's Hospital, Grand Rapids. Mrs. Mast was born Oct. 21, 1921, in Beatrice, Neb., the daughter of John and Bertha (Rowe) Larson. She was employed with Pennock Hospital in Hastings for 21 years before retiring. She attended the Sunfield Church of the Brethren, and was a member of the Sunfield Sr. Citizens Group. She is survived by her husband, Charles, of Vermontville; three children, Loretta Hennigan of Lansing, Charlotte Mast of Vermontville, and Warren (Debbie) Mast of Sunfield; four grandchildren, Melinda Hennigan, Tracy Weatherbee, Brian Mast, and Bobby Mast. She was preceded in death by her parents, one daughter, Virginia Mast, and one sister-in-law, Aunt Tillie. Services were June 7 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes- Fisher Chapel, Sunfield, with the Rev. Ken Vogt officiating. _______________ Leona Mae Meyers Leona Mae Meyers, 69, of Sunfield died July 18, 1995, at Thornapple Manor Nursing Home in Hastings. Mrs. Meyers was born in Watertown Township April 20, 1926, the daughter of Frank Ward and Lola Aungst (SheetsP. She married Howard Meyers Sept. 16, 1943. Survivors include three daughters, Sandra Kenyon of Nashville, Jill (Ivan) Barner of Sunfield, and Martha (Terry) Lane of Lansing; one son, Howard (Kay) Meyers of Galveston, Ind.; one brother, Jack Aungst of Portland; one sister, Janet Murphy of Lansing; 10 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard; both parents, one daughter, Patricia Meyers; and one grandson, Timothy Kenyon. Services were held July 21 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel in Sunfield, with Rev. Harris Hoekwater of the Sunfield United Methodist Church officiating. Interment followed at East Sebewa Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation. _______________ Marion A. Mikesell Marion Arthur Mikesell, 83, of Battle Creek, formerly of Charlotte, died Nov. 15, 1995, at Oaklawn Hospital, Marshall. Mr. Mikesell was born Nov. 30, 1911, in Eaton County, the son of Albertus Levi and Mary (Halsey) Mikesell. He was a lifelong resident of the Charlotte area. He married Fanny Aristine (Higbie) Nov. 29, 1936. He had been a driver and handyman for the Eaton Farm Bureau Coop for 26 years before retiring. He was a member of the Charlotte Church of the Nazarene. He is survived by three sons, M. Daniel (Donna) of Battle Creek, Arthur (Marita) of Mexico, and Phillip (Ruth Ann) of Portland; one sister, Eleanor DeGroot of Nashville; eight grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Fanny in 1984, and one son, Douglas in 1951. Services were Nov. 18 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Arthur Mikesell officiating. Interment was in the Munger Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Charlotte Church of the Nazarene. _______________ Edward H. Milbourn Edward H. Milbourn, 86, of Olivet died Jan. 10, 1995, at his residence after an extended illness. Mr. Milbourn was born in Lansing Township, Ingham County, the son of John and Nancy (Kingsbury) Milbourn and had been an Olivet, Charlotte, and Bellevue resident for over 50 years. He was a retired United States mail contractor for 34 years. He is survived by two daughters, Erma (Jack) Cain of Champaign, Ill., and Marjorie (Harold) Thompson of Jackson; four sons, Douglas (Betty) of Holt, John (Sharon) of Mass City, Robert (Marlene) of Bellevue, and Dennis (Peggy) of Olivet; 32 grandchildren; 62 great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gladys in 1991, two daughters, Donna Delaphiano and Marion Joyner, and one granddaughter, Denise Milbourn. Services were Jan. 13 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with Pastor Al Dietzel officiating. Interment was in the Balcom Cemetery, Ionia. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Herbert O. Milbourn Herbert Otis "Bit" Milbourn, 76, of Eaton Rapids died Nov. 9, 1995, in Lansing. Mr. Milbourn was born Aug. 30, 1919, in Eaton Rapids, the son of Clark and Vina Belle (Miller) Milbourn. He was a member of the Eaton Rapids Church of the Nazarene and a veteran of WWII serving in the 86th Infantry Battalion in the South Pacific. He was the owner and operator of the Holmes Street Barber Shohp in Lansing, and later was employed with Meijer Barber Shops. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Rena; three daughters, Sharon Jones, and Pauline (David) Conarton both of Lansing, and Bonnie (Michael) Sundermann of Eaton Rapids; two sons, Charles (Terry) of Eaton Rapids, and Herbert (Janice) of Holt; 28 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; Clifford "Uncle Tuke" Dawson; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Vina Dawson, and Irene Saultman. Services were Nov. 13 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Gary Bright officiating. Military graveside services followed with honors presented by both the American Legion Post #15, and the VFW Post #1283. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or the Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Allen H. Miller Allen H. Miller, 73, of Eaton Rapids died April 4, 1995, in Lansing. Mr. Miller was born Jan. 11, 1922, in Eaton Rapids, the son of David Sr. and Lois (Terryll) Miller. He was a general contractor and carpenter. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Eaton Rapids and the Gideons International. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Betty; one son, Bruce (Cynthia) Miller of Eaton Rapids; one daughter, Jan (Michael) McGilliard of Blacksburg, Va.; one daughter-in- law, Linda (Gary) Stambaugh of Montpelier, Ohio; two brothers, Earl (Evelyn) Miller and David Jr. (Beverly) Miller all of Eaton Rapids; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, David Miller Sr.; his mother, Lois Miller; one brother, Clare Miller; and one son, Allen Terryll Miller. Services were April 7 at the Eaton Rapids First United Methodist Church with Pastor Tom Evans officiating. Interment was in the Brickyard Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Arrangements were made by the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Casket bearers were Sean Miller, Jeffery Miller, A. Christopher Miller, Lawrence Miller, Joshua McGilliard, Steven Miller, and Keith Miller. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church, Gideons International, or the American Cancer Society. _______________ Bobby Miller Bobby Miller, 26, of Eaton Rapids died Nov. 1, 1995, in Onondaga Township, Ingham County, as the result of an automobile accident. Mr. Miller was born May 3, 1969, in Middletown, Ohio. He was a member of the Island City Baptist Church. He was active in the martial arts in the Eaton Rapids area receiving his black belt in 1991. He is survived by his daughter, Alysa Miller of Haslett; grandmother/mother, Mallie Miller of Eaton Rapids, one sister, Sherry (Patrick) Shaw of Eaton Rapids; many aunts, uncles, cousins; and two nieces, Hope and Lidya Shaw. He was preceded in death by his grandfather/father, Wardie Miller. Services were Nov. 5 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. James Dial officiating. Interment was in the Oakwood Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bobby Miller Family Fund. _______________ Darlene E. Miller Darlene E. Miller, 59, life resident of Eaton Rapids died Dec. 23, 1995, at her residence following a terminal illness. Mrs. Miller was born Sept. 21, 1936, in Eaton Rapids, the daughter of Elmer and Rachael (Moore) Higgins. She was a 1954 graduate of Eaton Rapids High School, a member of the Eaton Rapids Community Christian Church, and was retired from Island View Adult Foster Care Home. She is survived by four children, Sheryl King of Eaton Rapids, Rodney (Angie) Klink of Eaton Rapids, Michael (Beth) Klink of Midlletown, Conn., and Randell Klink of Eaton Rapids; three grandchildren, Mistelle King, Samantha Klink, and Autumn Klink; three sisters, Donna Brow of Albion, Debbie Twichell of Eaton Rapids, and Mary Johnson of the Upper Peninsula; several nieces and nephews; and close friend, William Klink. She was preceded in death by her husband, Max Miller, March 19, 1982. Services were Dec. 27, at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Steven Klink officiating. Cremation followed with inurnment of ashes to follow at the Fowler Cemetery in rural Eaton Rapids on the Higgins family plot at a later date. _______________ Earle J. Miller Earle J. Miller, 83, of Dimondale, formerly of Eaton Rapids died Nov. 28, 1995, at his residence. Mr. Miller was born Dec. 22, 1911, the first child of David and Lois (Terryll) Miller. He was a resident of the Eaton Rapids area for 80 years, moving to Dimondale in 1992. He attended school in Eaton Rapids until the age of eight, when the family moved to the Brickyard neighborhood west of Eaton Rapids. School for him was the one room Brickyard School west of Eaton Rapids, which he always referred to as "one of the great educational institutions of this nation" and this was his serious conclusion. Upon finishing the eighth grade, he attended Eaton Rapids High School, being graduated Magna Cum Laude in 1929. Active in the Eaton Rapids High School Alumni Association, he was president of the association in 1956, a long time member of the Alumni Board, and was a life member of this board in recent years. Although he did not go directly from high school into college, Earle did attend Michigan State University in the early 1950's (then 25 years out of high school) where he studied psychology and public administration. In 1934, he married Ellen Lucile Cady. This couple had two children, Beverly Lucile (Frank) Iams and Steven Earle (Ruth Ann) Miller. The family lost Ellen Lucile to death in 1966. In 1972, Earle married Evelyn L. Burkholder-Barnes. She was the former Evelyn Thompson. He went to work for the United States Post Office in Eaton Rapids in 1930, where he progressed from mail carrier to clerical assignments until 1941, when he became Assistant Postmaster, a position he held until taking voluntary retirement at the close of 1966. He then went into mail communications service at Michigan State University in early 1967 where he remained until 1970. In 1970, he became office manager for the newly formed State of Michigan Office of Criminal Justice Programs, transferring later to the Department of State where he was a Field Safety Officer doing driver's license road testing. Upon reaching Social Security retirement age he left the paid work force in 1973. Earle Miller was a writer, known as a down-to-earth philosopher. For many years, he wrote a weekly column in Eaton Rapids newspapers under the heading, "Shooting the Rapids." He also used his dry humor to entertain as toastmaster for banquets. He was a community service activist, heading campaigns and serving as chairman for the March of Dimes and Community Chest in Eaton Rapids. He was one of the founders of the Community Activity Council there, serving as secretary-treasurer of it for several years. An active Kiwanis Club member for 42 years, Earle was president of the Eaton Rapids Club in 1950, then as Lieutenant Governor of Michigan Kiwanis in 1956, and again as Lieutenant Governor in 1982-83. In recent years, he was a Road Runner for the Michigan Council of Past Lt. Governors, ready to help Kiwanis in Michigan whenever needed. He was an enthusiastic volunteer for the Eaton Rapids Kiwanis Club Special Olympics. Earle believed in organizations. As a member of the Letter Carriers Association, he was one of the first union members in Eaton Rapids. Later, he was a member of the Post Office Clerks Association, and while serving as Assistant Postmaster, served two terms as President of the Michigan Association of Postal Supervisors. Mr. Miller had a long career of service to the Methodist Church. As one of his pastors once remarked in a public introduction, Miller had started with years of teaching church school then went on to "hold every job in the Methodist Church except pastor." He was a member of the District Board of Lay Activities and ended his church activities in any assignment as a missiounary to Alaska in the winter of 1964. As soon as he was retired and outside of Civil Service restrictions, he was active in Eaton County Democratic Party circles. He ran for State Representative in 1974 and 1976 and was an energetic supportor of Congressman Howard Wolpe. His influence was felt in public education. For a number of years he served on Eaton Rapids school study committees and Eaton County school studies. He was a member of the Eaton Rapids Board of Education for 12 years, 10 of those years as secretary of the board in the days when the work of this office was performed by the person carrying the title. Active in the Save the Bur Oak Committee, Earle was instrumental in 1994-95 in saving from destruction the giant bur oak tree which still stands majestically behind the Eaton Rapids Post Office. The tree was named the Earle Miller Oak in his honor in 1995. Earle loved to play golf and was a good player. He helped to found the Eaton Rapids Businessman's Thursday night golf league which plays at Bonnie View Golf Course. He played in many golf leagues and most recently won the 1994 Lansing Seniors All-City Golf Tournament for players over 80. An avid bird watcher and cat lover, Earle was a kind, patient, and gentle man. He made this world a richer place by serving Eaton Rapids, the community he so dearly loved. He is survived by his wife of 23 years, Evelyn; one daughter, Beverly (Frank) Iams of Eaton Rapids; one son, Steven (Ruth Ann) Miller of Eaton Rapids; one stepdaughter, Joanne (Jon) Shoemaker of Lansing; two stepsons, Ronald (Elsie) Burkholder of Sheridan, and Gary (Diane) Burkholder of South Carolina; eight grandchildren; seven great- grandchildren; one brother, David (Beverly) Miller Jr. of Eaton Rapids; two sisters-in-law, Betty Miller and Maxine Mille both of Eaton Rapids; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Allen and Clare Miller. Services were Dec. 1 at the First Methodist Church, Eaton Rapids, with the Pastor Tom Evans officiating. Interment was in the Munger Cemetery. Honorary casket bearers were Al Rumrill, Lew Knaggs, and Keith Shelly. Casket bearers were Tom Lafferty, Brian Miller, Bruce Miller, Mark Miller, Charles Cartwright, and Linton Davidson. Arrangements were made by the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church or the Eaton Rapids Kiwanis Club for Special Olympics in memory of Earle Miller. _______________ Lois L. Miller Lois L. Miller, 75, of Cheboygan, formerly of Eaton Rapids, died March 30, 1995, at her home. Mrs. Miller was born in Eaton Rapids, the daughter of John and Louise Schied and was a 1938 graduate of Eaton Rapids High School. She was a bookkeeper for many years for Miller Dairy Farms Ice Cream and was later a medical librarian at the Eaton Rapids Community Hospital, retiring in 1974 after 20 years of service. She married Everett Lease who died and married Ralph Miller March 8, 1972, in Ingham County. They later moved to Aloaha near Cheboygan. She was active and a member of the St. Paul's United Methodist Church, its bell choir, Joy Circle, and United Methodist Women. She was also a member of the SnowMobile club Welcome Wagon (lunch bunch) and Birthday Club. She is survived by her husband, Ralph; two stepdaughters, Joyce Carmoney of Traverse City and Shirley Lawless of Grand Ledge; one stepdaughter-in-law, Pat Miller of Eaton Rapids; 15 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; one brother, Jack (Virginia) Schied of Sarasota, Fla.; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Everett Lease in April 1969. Services were April 1 at St. Paul's UMC with the Rev. Robert Carmin officiating. Services were also held April 3 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Paul Mergener officiating. Interment was in the Oakwood Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. _______________ Merton H. Miller Merton H. Miller, 85, of Lansing, formerly of Charlotte, died April 27, 1995. Mr. Miller was born in Eaton County, the son of Willard and Minnie Shaver. He served with the United States Army Medics during World War II and was a machine repairman with Walker Manufacturing, Jackson, retiring in 1971. He was a member of Local #660, Jackson. He is survived by two brothers, Verlin and Lloyd Shaver, both of Charlotte; two sisters, Mildred Griest and Doris Kelley, both of Charlotte; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wives, Ruby (Wood) and Ethel (Morier). Services were May 1, 1995, at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Donna Brown officiating. Interment was in the Mount Evergreen Cemetery, Jackson. _______________ Russell E. Mills Russell Eugene Mills, 49, of Olivet died June 19, 1995, in Lansing. Mr. Mills was born in Vermontville, the son of Otus and Winifred (Gorton) Mills. He was employed at General Motors and Masterbuilt, and was assistant coach for the Bellevue Golf Team. He is survived by his wife, Linda; one daughter, Marnie Mills of Hastings; one son, Trevor Mills of Greensboro, N.C.; parents, Otus and Winifred Mills of Florida; one sister, Kathleen Murphy of Moorehead, Ken.; parents-in-law, John and Coral Mishler of Florida; brothers-in-law, Larry (Sandy) Mishler, and Ken (Suzanne) Mishler all of Charlotte; and many nieces and nephews. Services were June 23 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. John Toth officiating. Interment was in the Bosworth Cemetery. _______________ Edith E. Moore Edith E. Moore, 98, of Charlotte died Nov. 4, 1995, at Tendercare South, Lansing. Mrs. Moore was born Nov. 9, 1896, in Brookfield Township, Eaton County, the daughter of Frederick and Della (Force) Spicer. She was employed at Michigan State University for 20 years, retiring in 1962. She was a member of the Charlotte Church of the Nazarene. She is survived by two sisters, Barbara Warren of Vermontville and Sarah "Sally" Spicer of Jackson; eight nieces, Dorothy (Walter) Pier of Abilene, Texas, Betty (Bob) Brandon of Charlotte, Sandra Peters (Joe Witko) of Phoenix, Ariz., Geneva Moore of Georgia, Teresa (Jack) Cotton of California, Lois Rood of Mecosta, Anna (Gene) Estep of Texas, Ann Terrian of Lansing; seven nephews, Harold (Marjorie) Moore, Robert (Bonnie) Moore, Carl (Orrene) Moore, Dale (Sharon) Moore, and Robert (Christine) Dutcher, all of Lansing, and George (Vera) Moore of Florida; and many great- and great-great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer in 1969, two sisters, Blanche Stevens in 1969 and Helen Peters in 1989, and one brother, Ralph Spicer in 1953. Services are Tuesday, Nov. 7, at 1:30 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Duane Royston officiating. Interment is in the Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Lansing. Memorial contributions may be made to the Charlotte Church of the Nazarene. _______________ Kriss A. Musselman Kriss Allen Musselman, 34, of Charlotte died July 19, 1995. Mr. Musselman was born in Coldwater, the son of Jim and Janice (Hunt) Musselman. He graduated from Charlotte High School in 1979 and was a supervisor at Kmart in Charlotte. He was also employed parttime at Bruno's Party Store in Charlotte. He was active in many community projects, a member of 4-H and Scouts as a child, an avid golfer, member of Ducks Unlimited and the Republican Party, and a former member of the Charlotte Lions Club. He is survived by his parents, Jim and Janice Musselman of Charlotte; two sisters, Robin Musselman and Denise (Dan) Thaxton, both of Charlotte; two nephews, Rex and Earl Parish; one niece, Crystal Parish; and his grandmothers, Thelma Hunt of Charlotte and C. Waive Musselman of Coldwater. Services were July 22 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Charles Moore officiating. Interment was in the Oak Grove Cemetery, Coldwater. Memorial contributions may be made to Ducks Unlimited or the Charlotte Public Library. _______________ Rev. Floyd Nagel The Rev. Floyd Nagel, 92, of Grand Ledge died July 15, 1995. The Rev. Nagel was born June 23, 1903, in Grand Rapids, the son of James and Nena Nagel. He grew up in Hastings and graduated from Middleville High School. He received theological training at the Moody Bible Institute, Chicago, Ill., and spent 55 years in the ministry, having five pastorates. His final pastorate was at the Oneida Gospel Church where he served for 23 years. He is survived by one daughter, Ann (Dale) Land of Charlotte; two grandchildren, Ruth (David) Sheppard of Kalkaska, and Nathan of East Lansing; one brother, Ben Nagel of Irving; and many other relatives. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mabel in 1989. Services were July 18 at the Oneida Gospel Church, Grand Ledge. Interment was in the Strange Cemetery, Oneida Township. Arrangements were made by the Peters and Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. _______________ Brian D. Neeley Brian Donald Neeley, 28, of Homer died Dec. 1, 1995, of injuries sustained in a single car accident on 29 1/2 Mile Road, north of O Drive N., in Clarence Township. Also killed in the accident was his brother, Robert Andrew Neeley. Mr. Neeley was born March 31, 1967, in Skokie, Ill., the son of Barry and Helen (Fry) Neeley. He lived most of his life in the area, attending Marshall Public Schools. He married the former Monnie Sue Freeman in Battle Creek June 30, 1989. He had been employed at Rennco, Inc., in Homer for four-and-one-half years. He is survived by his wife, Sue; two daughters, Megan Sue and Sarah Helen, both at home; his parents, Barry "Dick" and Helen Neeley of Marshall; his grandmother, Mary Neeley of Marshall; one sister, Kathleen Moon of Marshall; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. Graveside services are Tuesday, Dec. 5, at 2 p.m. at the Oakridge Cemetery, Marshall. Memorial contributions may be made to the Brian Neeley Memorial Fund. _______________ Robert A. Neeley Robert Andrew Neeley, 27, of Bellevue, died Dec. 1, 1995, of injuries sustained in a single car accident on 29 1/2 Mile Road, north of O Drive N., Clarence Township. Also killed in the accident was his brother, Brian Donald Neeley. Mr. Neeley was born July 18, 1968, in Chicago, Ill., the son of Barry and Helen (Fry) Neeley. He was a lifelong resident of the area and attended Marshall Public Schools. He was employed by Masterbilt in Olivet. Prior employment included at II Stanely, Battle Creek. He was engaged to marry Kimberlie Haefele of Springport in two weeks. He is survived by one daughter, Brittany Nichole; his parents, Barry "Dick" and Helen Neeley of Marshall; his grandmother, Mary Neeley of Marshall; one sister, Kathleen Moon of Marshall; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews; and his fiancée, Kimberlie Haefele, and her children, Matthew, Jeffrey, Tony, and Ashley. Graveside services are Tuesday, Dec. 5, at 2 p.m. at Oakridge Cemetery, Marshall. Arrangements were made by the Craig K. Kempf Funeral Home, Marshall. Memorial contributions may be made to the Robert Neeley Memorial Fund. _______________ Clifford A. Nelson Clifford A. Nelson, 85, of Greenville died Jan. 23, 1995, at his home in Florida. Mr. Nelson was born Oct. 21, 1909, in Sidney, the son of Albert and Marie (Peterson) Nelson. He was a retired field engineer in the food vending service and a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church. He is survived by his wife, the former Leona Andersen, whom he married June 18, 1936, in Greenville; two daughters, Marybeth (Chris) Christensen of Sidney, and Sharyl Hutchison of La Canada, Calif.; five grandchildren, Lori Holm, Todd MacGuire, Aaron MacGuire, Tom Jamie Hutchison, and Shayle Hutchison; two great-grandchildren; one sister, Evelyn Strobridge of Greenville; and one brother and sister-in-law, Marvin and Hazel Nelson of Charlotte. Services were Jan. 30 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Greenville, with the Rev. James Foster officiating. Arrangements were made by the Brown-Teman Funeral Home, Greenville. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church. _______________ Fran E. Nelson Fran Elain Nelson, 34, of Webberville, formerly of Charlotte, died Jan. 1, 1995, as the result of a fire in her home. Mrs. Nelson was born in Eaton Rapids, the daughter of Homer Ward and Betty (Dornan) Snow Jr. She was a certified aide with Burcham Hills in East Lansing. She is survived by one son, Trevor; one stepson, Raymond Nelson; her mother, Betty Snow of Charlotte; one brother, Harvey Snow of Charlotte; and one sister, Jean (Ike) Uhl of Charlotte. Services were Jan. 5 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Randy Royston officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Phillip M. Nelson Jr. Phillip Michael Nelson Jr., 3, of Webberville, died as the result of a fire at his home. Phillip was born in Lansing, the son of Phillip and Fran (Snow) Nelson. He is survived by two half-brothers, Trevor Snow and Raymond Nelson, and his grandmother, Betty Snow of Charlotte. Services were Jan. 5 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Randy Royston officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Phillip M. Nelson Sr. Phillip "Lugnut" Michael Nelson Sr., 35, of Webberville died Jan. 1, 1995, as the result of a fire in his home. Mr. Nelson was a mechanic and laborer for Waterland Trucking. He is survived by one son, Raymond Nelson; one stepson, Trevor Snow; and his father, Phillip of Canada. Services were Jan. 5 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Randy Royston officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Nancy B. Ness Nancy B. Ness, 56, of Englewood, Fla., died July 19, 1995, at her residence. Mrs. Ness was born Dec. 16, 1938, in Redford Township. She had been a resident of Eaton Rapids for 23 years and was a bank teller for several banks in the Lansing area, retiring from the Independent Bank in Eaton Rapids before moving to Florida 3 years ago. She is survived by her husband, O. Dale Ness of Englewood; mother, Elizabeth "Betty" Thomas of Englewood; four daughters, Julie (Randy) Gould of Eaton Rapids, Christina (John) Blair of Marshall, Stacie Ness and her fiancé John Hair of Englewood, and Nicole Ness and her fiancé Bill Rhein of Venice, Fla.; four grandchildren, Randon, Daniel, and Amanda Gould, and Zachary Blair; and one brother-in-law, Ezra Schaibly of Bath. She was preceded in death by her father, Phillip Thomas; and two sisters, Elizabeth Schaibly, and Phyllis Feguer. Services were July 26 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Gary Bright, Pastor of the Eaton Rapids Church of the Nazarene officiating. Interment was in the Deepdale Memorial Gardens, Lansing. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. _______________ Dora E. Nevins Dora E. Nevins, 89, of Eaton Rapids died April 14, 1995, at the Clark Retirement Community, Grand Rapids. Mrs. Nevins was born Aug. 6, 1905, in Ingham County, the daughter of George and Maude (Thompson) Morgan. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Eaton Rapids, and retired from the Eaton Rapids Public Schools in 1967 after 36 years of teaching in several different schools. She was also a member of the Eaton County Chapter of the Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel and Order of Eastern Star #241, the U&I Club, and Business and Professional Women's Club. She is survived by two stepdaughters, Mary (Gen. J.K.) Woolnough of Arlington, Va., and Esther (William) Winchester of Harbor Springs; six step-grandchildren, Gary Bird of Ohio, James Bird of Jackson, Dr. Laura McKelway of Winchester, Va., Lisa Mitchell of Pittsburgh, Penn., Cindy Thompson , and Cathy Dawson; 12 step-great-grandchildren; one sister, Bertha (Carl) Kelsey of Martin; three brothers, Stanley (Yolanda) Morgan of Florida, Andrew Morgan of California, Phillip (Bessie) Morgan of Eaton Rapids; two sisters-in-law, Nadine Morgan of Eaton Rapids and Marian Morgan of Arizona; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband of 19 years, the Rev. Leslie Nevins in 1969. Services are Tuesday, April 18, at 11 a.m. at the First UMC, Eaton Rapids, with Pastor Tom Evans officiating. Interment is in the Brickyard Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Arrangements were made by the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. _______________ Junior W. Newberry Junior W. Newberry, 73, of Bellevue died Jan. 11, 1995, at his residence following a lengthy illness. Mr. Newberry was born Sept. 9, 1921, in Battle Creek, the son of Daniel and Florence (Weatherbee) Newberry. He married Kathryn Hefflebower Dec. 10, 1943, at the First Baptist Church, Bellevue. He served in the United States Naval Air Force during World War II as an aviation machinist mate, first class, from 1942-45. He was employed with Central Advertising Co. as a painter, as a carpenter, then as a dealer for Awco Aluminum Projects before working for Clark Equipment in 1951 from which he retired in 1981 as head of the battery department. He was a member of Thornapple VFW Post #8260, Nashville. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Kathryn; three daughters, Audry Wernowsky of Bellevue, Carol Lantz, of Comstock Park, and her twin brother, Allen of Bellevue; 10 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; one borther, Rex of Bellevue; and two sisters, Mildred Angus of Assyria and Joan Evans of Bellevue. He was preceded in death by his parents, five sisters, Elaine Newberry, Maxine Palmer, Jessie White, Ardis Morrison, and Norma Wichterman, and one brother, Maurice. Services were Jan.14 at the First Baptist Church, Bellevue, with Pastor Don Francis officiating. Interment wasa in the Ellis Cemetery, Assyria Township. Arrangements were made by the Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue. Memorial contributions may be made to the Good Samaritan Hospice Care or First Baptist Church Parking Lot Fund. _______________ Naomi Newcomb Naomi Clapper Newcomb, 64, of El Cajon, Calif., died Feb. 4, 1995. Mrs. Newcomb is survived by her husband, Donald; three daughters, Sandra Seidel of Texas, Debra VanBlaricom of Montana, and Pamela Newcomb of Oregon; one step-daughter, Theresa Clark of Michigan; two sons, Bruce Eldon Stedge Jr. of Oceanside, Calif., and Charles Newcomb of Washington; three sisters, Neva Hokanson, Norma Hummel, and Natalie Reeve, all of Michigan; and several grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lela Roth and Clyde Clapper. Funeral Mass was Feb. 7 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Interment was in Holy Cross Cemetery. _______________ George E. Newcomer George Emery Newcomer, 63, of Charlotte died April 9, 1995, at his residence. Mr. Newcomer was born in Charlotte, the son of George and Alice (McCalpin) Newcomer. He was a Korean War Veteran of four years, serving with the United States Navy and a past president of the Charlotte White Feather Archery Club. He was also a member of the UAW Local #652, Quarter Century Club, Tin Can Sailors Association, and Charlotte American Legion Post #42. He was secretary of the James E. Kyes Destroyer #787 Reunion Association. He was employed by Buick-Olds-Cadillac of Lansing as an oiler for heavy machinery for 34 years before retiring. He is survived by his wife, Beverly; five daughters, Pamela (Agaifea) Uini of Nevada, Linda (Ron) Haigh and Diane (Ron) Kreps, both of Bellevue, Teri (Eric) Jensen of Springport, and Patricia (Ramon) Rivera of Charlotte; one son, Kelly (Chong) Newcomer of Savannah, Ga.; and 11 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one brother, James in 1979, and his parents. Private services are being held. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Clayton A. Newland Clayton A. Newland, 81, of Nashville, died April 10, 1995, at Thornapple Manor, Hastings. Mr. Newland was born Sept. 4, 1913, in Hastings, the son of Bert and Pearl (Kerr) Newland. He was raised in Campbell county, Wyoming, and graduated from Campbell County High School in 1931. He married Nettie Mae Stauffer on May 3, 1940, in Hastings and they owned and operated the Maple Grove County Store in the early 1950's and farmed in Maple Grove Township for 20 years. He drove bus for the Delton Schools, worked at Highland Dairy in Hastings, Eaton Manufacturing in Battle Creek, and retired from Clark Equipment Inc. in Battle Creek after 30 years of service. He was a member of the Charlotte Commandry #37, Zabud Council of Battle Creek, Royal Arch Masons Chapter #171 Nashville, lifetime member of Nashville Lodge #225 F&AM, and Commander of Hastings Commandry #56 in 1970 and 1980. He attended Nashville Baptist Church and was an active volunteer at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Nettie Mae; one son, Duane Newland of Ann Arbor; two daughters, Joyce Lockman of Marshall, and Audrey Wetzel of Nashville; five grandchildren; and one sister, Evelyn Laubaugh of New Port Richie, Fla. He was preceded in death by one brother, William Newland. Services were April 13 at the Nashville Baptist Church with the Rev. Lester DeGroot officiating. Interment was in Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville, with the Nashville Masonic Lodge officiating. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Putnam Library, Nashville. _______________ Frances Nicholas Frances "Fran" Nicholas, 70, of Reseda, Calif., died Nov. 29, 1995, in California. Mrs. Nicholas was born Oct. 21, 1925, in Ionia, the daughter of James and Agnes (Perrott) Corbett. She was a former member of the First Congregational Church, Eaton Rapids. She retired from the V.A. Hospital in California in 1994 having previously been employed by the Eaton Rapids Community Hospital as a registered nurse. She is survived by one son, Bill (Debbie) Nicholas of California; one daughter, Jackie (Andy) Garcia of California; one grandson, Nicholas Garcia; cousins, Martie (Ken) Childs of Grand Rapids, and James Perrott of Baltimore, Md.; nieces, Judy (Don) Dossin of Cranbury, N.J., Suzy (John) Griffs of Eaton Rapids, Nancy (Steve) Zenker of Eaton Rapids, Kathy (Don) VanderVeen of Mason, and Sue Lord of California; nephews, Ken (Marcia) Nicholas of Eaton Rapids, Kevin (Mary) Nicholas of Eaton Rapids, and Bill Johnson of California; one brother-in-law, Charles (Shirley) Nicholas of Eaton Rapids; and one sister-in-law, Jackie (Ray) Johnson of California. Memorial services will be Monday, Dec. 18, at 11 a.m., at the First Comgregational Church, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Carl Sundermeyer officiating. Visitation will be Sunday, Dec. 17, from 4-6 p.m. at the church. Arrangements were made by the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the family, First Congregational Church, the Eaton Rapids Community Hospital, of to Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Clyde H. Nichols Clyde H. "Nick" Nichols, 62, of Battle Creek, formerly of Charlotte, died April 13, 1995, at the Battle Creek Health Systems, Leila Site, Battle Creek, after being ill one day. Mr. Nichols was born Oct. 10, 1932, in Portland, the son of Mahlon and Ala (Moore) Nichols. He graduated from Charlotte High School in 1950. He served with the United States Army in the Korean Conflict from 1952-54. He had been employed by Kellogg's in Battle Creek for 40 years before retiring in 1993 and was a member of the Kellogg's 25-Year Club. He was the secretary of the Tuesday night Major Bowling League at Springlake Lanes and the Friday night league at ken Nottke's Bowl, both in Battle Creek. He received an award at a banquet at the American Legion club house in 1987 for 50 years of entertaining area groups with his piano playing and was also honored by VFW Post #2406, Charlotte, for many years of entertaining people in Charlotte. His marriage to his first wife, Charlene Huffman, ended in divorce. His second wife is the former Naomi Kidder, whom he married in Battle Creek in 1984. He is survived by his wife, Naomi; two daughters, Rhonda Jones of Battle Creek and Charin Barnes of Cadillac; two sons, Rance of Red Bluff, Calif., and Case of Cadillac; six grandchildren; his stepmother, Carolyn of Charlotte; and one stepbrother, Ramon Beach of Lansing. Services were April 15 at the Farley-Estes Funeral Home, Battle Creek, with the Rev. Richard Collins officiating. Interment is in the Portland Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. _______________ Thomas H. Nichols Thomas "Tom" H. Nichols, 78, of Lakeland, Fla., formerly of Charlotte, died May 18, 1995, in Florida. Mr. Nichols was born in Sunfield, the son of Glenn and Sarah (Lusk) Nichols. He served with the United States Army during World War II where he was in the initial D-Day assault June 6, 1946, and was wounded that day. He was a car business salesman for 32 years for Robert Holmes Buick and Erick Henkel Lincoln-Mercury, both of Battle Creek. He was a life member and the oldest living past commander of VFW Post #2406, Charlotte, and a member of the Parkview Baptist Church, Lakeland. He is survived by his wife, Wilma (Clements); one stepdaughter, Joetta Lewis of Stone Mountain, Ga.; two stepsons, Gordon Horvat of Lansing and Ronald Horvat of Dayton, Ohio; six step-grandchildren; four step-great- grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Services were May 22 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Charles Moore officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or the VFW Post #2406 Building Fund. _______________ Dora Jane Nisse Dora Jane Nisse, 78, of Potterville dued Aug. 29, 1995, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing. Mrs. Nisse was the daughter of Harmon and Ella (Crandall) Saylor. She was a bookkeeper for Michigan National Bank before her retirement. She also worked for the Ingham County Humane Society. She is survived by one daughter, Margy (Duane) Mishler of Nashville; two sons, Dennis of Lansing, and Russell of Olivet; one sister, Doris Beadle; nine grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward, and one son, Ronald. Services were Sept. 1 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Paul Bailey officiating. Interment was in the Benton Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton County Humane Society or Project Choice. _______________ George M. Olinger Jr. George M. "Bud" Olinger Jr., 66, of McKean, Penn., formerly of Harrison, died Sept. 18, 1995, at St. Vincent Health Center. Mr. Olinger was born in Canton, Ohio, the son of George and Dora (Baer) Searfoss July 19, 1929, but celebrated his birthday July 23. He was a 1947 graduate of Alburn High School and served in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He retired from Michigan Bell Telephone in 1983 with 28 years of service and was a life member of Holt Lodge #572 F&AM, the Fraternal Order of Eagles, both of Harrison, and was a social member of the St. Francis Usher's Club of McKean. He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Mildred "Millie"; one daughter, Deborah "Debbie" McBride of McKean; two sons, George "Mitch" of Lansing and Michael Monaghan of Aurora, Colo.; 10 grandchildren, Angel "Little Minute" Wisniewski of Saegertown, Penn., Brian Clark Jr., of Littleton, Colo., Sarah "Turkey" McBride, Kebby McBride, Shannon "Little Farm Girl" McBride, and Chelsea McBride, all of Conneautville, Penn., Bobbi Jo Olinger of Eaton Rapids, and Tina, Kevin, and Tricia, all of Michigan; and three great-grandchildren, Todd James, Brenna Joyce and J. Thomas. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Dora Searfoss, and adoptive parents, George and Anne Olinger. Private services were held by the family. Arrangements were made by the Burton Funeral Home, Erie, Penn. Memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia Society of America, West Pennsylvania Chapter, 2 Gateway Center, 13 North, Pittsburgh, Penn. 15222. _______________ Lawrence Ormsbee Lawrence Ormsbee, 74, of Bellevue, died April 11, 1995, at the Michigan Capital Medical Center, Lansing, where he had been a patient for eight days. Mr. Ormsbee was born April 30, 1920, in Bellevue, the son of Charles and Emma (Burton) Ormsbee. He served with Company F, 145th Infantry, from 1941-45. He received the Bronze Star medal, the first Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster, the Asiatic-Pacific Theater ribbon with two bronze stars, six Overseas Service Bars, and the Philippine Liberation ribbon with one bronze star. He married Lamoyne Dull Dec. 20, 1947, in Battle Creek. A metal lather in the construction business, he was employed by the B.C. Shuemann Co., Battle Creek, retiring to Florida in 1983, then returning to Bellevue. He was a member of the Lathers' Local #1028, Bay City, and American Legion in Lansing. He is survived by his wife, Lamoyne; one sister, Gertrude Button of Brantford, Ontario, Canada; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Robert, Louis, and Francis, and one sister, Margaret Evans. Services were April 14 at the Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue, with the Rev. Darwin Kuhl officiating. Interment was in Floral Lawn Memorial Gardens, Battle Creek. Memorial contributions may be made to the Local TB and Emphysema Association. _______________ Harbison Orr Harbison Orr, 88, of Eaton Rapids, died Oct. 26, 1995, at his home. Mr. Orr was born Nov. 10, 1906, in Brandon Twp., Jackson County, Iowa. His family moved to Eaton Rapids when he was a young boy. He was the owner of Orr's Plumbing in Eaton Rapids for many years before going to work for Consumers Power Company, from which he retired in 1971. After retiring he repaired appliances and delivered Meals on Wheels throughout Eaton County. He was a life member of Eaton Rapids Lodge #63, Life Member Royal Arch Mason, Honorary Member, Leslie #212, Honorary Member Dimondale #449, and Honorary Member Mason #70. He held a 32nd degree Mason of Scottish Rite Body in Grand Rapids, was local chairman for Scottish Rite in Eaton Rapids for many years, had been president of Eaton Rapids Masonic Temple Association, a 50 year member of O.E.S. Chapter #241, and was a member of the Eaton Rapids Flying Club. He was a member of the Civil Air Patrol until abolished. He also was a member of the Eaton Rapids First Methodist Church. He married Orpha Wyman Feb. 2, 1929, and had been married 53 years before she died in July 0f 1982. He is survived by two children, Ward (Sandy) Orr of Eaton Rapids, and Janet (Richard) Wendorff of Port Charlotte, Fla.; ten grandchildren, Rick Wendorf, Dennis Wendorf, Bruce (Jackie) Wendorf, Ken (Jane) Orr, Kevin (Connie) Orr, Krik (Jayne) Orr, Kraig Orr, Kristie (Tod) Madsen, Kyle Orr, Kandice Orr; nine great-grandchildren; two nephews, Leland and Harlan Peck. He was preceded in death by one brother and two sisters. Services were Oct. 29 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Paul Mergener officiating. Interment was in the Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. A Masonic Memorial Service was held the evening of Oct. 29 provided by the Eaton Rapids Lodge #63 F&AM. Memorial contributions may be made to Eaton Community Hospice or the Eaton Rapids Masonic Temple Association. _______________ Ola N. Osterman Ola Nita Osterman, 81, of Nashville died Nov. 13, 1995. Mrs. Osterman was born May 18, 1914, in Baltimore Township, Barry County, the daughter of William and Alma (Althouse) Cruttenden. She retired from Hastings Square Furniture Company and worked in several Nashville area nursing homes. She was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church in Woodland and attended the Battle Creek Alzheimer Support Group. She is survived by her children, Loren Collier of Olivet, Jeri MacKenzie of Jonesboro, Tenn., and Raymond Collier of Houston, Texas; eight grandchildren; three step- grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; one sister, Helen Swan of Nashville; and several cousins, nieces, and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Peter, Jan. 17, 1989; three brothers, and one sister. Graveside services were Nov. 16 at the Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer Association. _______________ Edith L. Overmyer Edith L. Overmyer, 80, of Charlotte died Jan. 4, 1995, at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility, Charlotte, after an extended illness. Mrs. Overmyer was born in Charlotte, the daughter of Frank and Bessie (Storrs) Bush, and had been a lifelong area resident. She married Ralph Overmyer March 30, 1940. She was a member and Past Matron of Maple City Chapter #218 Order of Eastern Star, a past president of Eaton County Association OES, Past Grand Representative of Alabama in Michigan OES, secretary of her chapter for 15 years, and held several other offices during her membership. She was also a member of the First Congregational Church United Church of Christ, Charlotte. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph in 1969. Services are Saturday, Jan. 7, at 1 p.m. at the Burkhead- Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Z. William Colson and Maple City Chapter #218 OES officiating. Inurnment is in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Maple City Chapter #218 OES or the First Congregational Church. _______________ Francis K. Overmyer Francis Keith Overmyer, 78, of Charlotte died Jan. 31, 1995. Mr. Overmyer was the son of Ralph Waldo and Hazel (Cole) Overmyer. He was a custodian at Charlotte Public Schools, retiring in 1981. He also worked at Mungers Hardware, Coast to Coast Hardware, and owned and operated Overmyer's Gun Shop. He was a life member of the Eagles FOE #3552, and a member of the Buck Club. He is survived by his wife, Frances; three daughters, Sally (Butch) Haight of Charlotte, Cheri Rae (Douglas) Smith of Charlotte, and Judy Kae (Zeke) West of Coldwater; one granddaughter, Staci Haight; 6 step-grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren. Services are 10 a.m. today, Feb. 4, at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Peter Brenner officiating. Interment will be in the Fennville Cemetery. _______________ Francis M. Page Francis M. Page, 89, of Charlotte, formerly of Hastings and Potterville, died Friday, March 3, 1995, at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility after a long illness. Mr. Page was born in Hudson, the son of Charles L. and Nellie M. (Phelps) Page and had lived most of his life in Eaton County. He attended Eaton Rapids High School. He had been employed by the Oldsmobile Division, General Motors, Lansing, retiring in 1966 after 32 years of service. He was a member of the Potterville Lodge 367 F&AM, the Potterville OES 413, was a former Potterville Mayor and Councilman, and had been a member of the Potterville Fire Department for many years. He married the former Meta L. Jacox on Feb. 17, 1925. She preceded him in death on Dec. 2, 1985. Surviving are his three sons, Leo (Barbara) Page of Hastings, Harry (Mary) Page of Baldwin, and Garry (Marsha) Page of Iron Mountain; one daughter, Frances (Alfred) Hill of Charlotte; six grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. Services were held March 6 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel in Charlotte with Rev. Thomas Peters officiating. Interment is in the Deepdale Memorial Park, Lansing. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. _______________ Harry E. Paige Harry E. Paige, 91, of Olivet died Feb. 4, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, after a lengthy illness. Mr. Paige was born in Battle Creek, the son of Leo and Charlotte (Lafayette) Paige and had been an Olivet resident for 64 years. He married Cora Coplin Jan. 4, 1925. He was a long time farmer and also worked for Union Steam Pump in Battle Creek during World War II and later, for Kellogg Plumbing, Olivet, from which he retired. He is survived by one daughter, Bernadine (Richard) Moore of Homer; three sons, Donald of Dimondale, Leslie (Dorothy) of Olivet, and Gaylord (Yvonne) of Lake Wales, Fla.; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; three great-great- grandchildren; and one sister, Mildred Taylor of Scotts. He was preceded in death by his wife, Cora June 13, 1980, one son, Darwin, and one brother, Walter. Services are Tuesday, Feb. 7, at 11 a.m. at the Burkhead- Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Jose Flores officiating. Interment is in the Bosworth Cemetery near Olivet. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Edna Pannkuk Edna Fladeboe Pannkuk, 85, formerly of Charlotte, died Feb. 1, 1995, while wintering in Mesa, Ariz. Mrs. Pannkuk was employed for many years by Wilcox-Gay and Aluminum Extrusions, both in Charlotte, as a photograph and draftswoman. She was a lifelong member of the First Church of Christ Scientist. She is survived by two sisters, Nora Mohberg of Fargo, N.D., and Maemie Ronning of Lisbon, N.D., and Mesa, Ariz.; and many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Everett while the couple lived in Estes Park, Colo., and one sister, Eunice Whitinger. Memorial services will be held later in her home town on Lisbon, N.D. _______________ Erwan L. Parker Erwan Leslie "Les" Parker, 70, of Charlotte died Feb. 12, 1995. Mr. Parker was an employee of Aluminum Extrusions-Hoover of Charlotte for 38 years until his retirement. He was a member of Charlotte Eagles Aerie #3552. He is survived by one son, William (Debra) of Holt; one daughter, Anna May (David) Herman of Lansing; seven grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and one brother, Charles of Charlotte. He was preceded in death by his wife, Caroline Nov. 15, 1981, and friend Norma Carpenter Jan. 22, 1995. Visitation is Tuesday, Feb. 14, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Services are Wednesday, Feb. 15, at the funeral home with the Rev. Charles Moore officiating. Interment is in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Elsie L. Parr Elsie L. Parr, 83, of Charlotte died Oct. 4, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mrs. Parr was born in Charlotte, the daughter of Albert and Lula (Mitchell) Root. She was employed at the former Blue Ribbon Crreamery, and a member of the Charlotte Country Club. She is survived by one son, Larry of Lansing; one brother, Harold (Frieda) Root of Grand Rapids, one sister, Addie Parr of Charlotte; one son-in-law, Thomas Ballman of Schaumburg, Ill.; six grandchildren; and one great- grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard, in 1973, and one daughter, Sue Ballman, in 1994. Services were Oct. 9 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Peter Brenner officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery. _______________ Lynn C. Peabody Lynn C. Peabody, 90, of Sunfield died Dec. 30, 1994, in Sunfield. Mr. Peabody was born Oct. 23, 1904, in Sunfield, the son of Nathan and Gladeus Peabody. He married Bernice Compton Oct. 10, 1925. At the age of 16 he lived and farmed in the mid 1970's. He also worked at the Sunfield Elevator for 24 y ears before retiring. He is survived by one daughter, Mildred Peabody; one son, Nathan (Joan) Peabody; 2 grandchildren, Lisa (Kevin) Brummette, and Mark (Tami) Peabody; 6 great-grandchildren; and 2 nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Bernice, in 1971, one brother, James Peabody, and one sister, Hildred Hynes. Services were Jan. 2, at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes- Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. The pallbearers will be Eddie and Rick Ireland, Charlie Bumgardner, Scott Smith, and Verd and Robert Rumfield. Interment was in Sunfield Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the S.P.Y.'s Scholarship Fund or the First Responders. _______________ Vivian E. Peck Vivian E. Peck, 78, of Flint, formerly of Olivet, died March 10, 1995. Mrs. Peck was born in Battle Creek March 13, 1916, and had been a resident of Olivet, Flint, Flushing, and Arizona. She was a 1938 graduate of the Battle Creek Community Hospital. She married Wendall Peck Oct. 18, 1938. She was a registered nurse at McLaren Regional Medical Center and a member of the Mayfair Bible Church and had been a volunteer at Genessee Memorial Hospital. She is survived by two daughters, Annette (Roger) Peterson of Flushing and Eileen Smith of Flint; five grandchildren, Scott (Kimberly) Peterson, Lee (Linda) Peterson, Wendy (Jeff) Myers, Bryan Smith, and Chad (Amy) Smith; and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded by her husband, Wendall in 1980. Services are today, Tuesday, March 14, at 10 a.m. at the Sunset Chapel of Reigle Funeral Home, Flint, with Pastor Dean Stewart officiating. Interment is in the Battle Creek Memorial Association Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mayfair Bible Church. _______________ Sadie M. PeLong Sadie M. PeLong, 88, of Charlotte, died Sunday, March 5, 1995, at the Parker Adult Residence, Williamston, after an extended illness. Mrs. PeLong was born in Mendon, the daughter of Perrin and Sadie (Miller) Himebaugh. She was a 1924 graduate of Mendon High School, has been a Charlotte resident for 45 years, and was a member of the Lawrence Ave. United Methodist Church. She is survived by one son, Robert (Patricia) PeLong of Williamston; and grandsons, Mark and John PeLong. She was preceded in death by her husband, John B. PeLong in 1979 and by sisters, Margaret Wahl and Lillian Brown. Services will be 1 p.m. today, Tuesday, March 7, at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment will be in Maple Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Lawrence Ave. United Methodist Church. _______________ Daniel S. Peters Daniel S. Peters, 42, of Menominee died March 21, 1995, of a heart attack. Mr. Peters was born July 4, 1952, in Zion, Ill., and has lived in Michigan since 1953 when his father became pastor of the Camden and Montgomery United Methodist Churches in Hillsdale County. He was a 1971 graduate of Potterville High School and received a degree from Adrian College in 1975. After graduation from Adrian, he and his wife, Laurie, moved to Australia where they taught school for two years. Then they taught for two years in Nebraska before moving to the Upper Peninsula where they had been teaching in the Menominee Schools for four-and-one-half years. He was very active as a negotiator in the school systems and served as president of the local teachers' association. He was involved with the Young Men's Christian Association swimming program. He was active in the Menominee United Methodist Church and Marquette District. He had served as a camp counselor and camp dean for many years, both in the Upper and Lower peninsulas. He planned to enter the ministry of the UMC. He is survived by his wife, Laurel (Hanzek); one son, Jeremy; one daughter, Briony; his parents, the Rev. Thomas and Mary Peters of Potterville; his grandmother, Elsie Peters of Zion; two brothers, David (Michelle Gammage) of Shepherd; Dean (Missy Lively) of Olivet; one sister, Lauri of Potterville; and several nieces and nephews. Services were March 24 at the Menominee UMC. Cremation took place in Green Bay, Wis. Memorial contributions may be made to the Menominee UMC, the Potterville UMC, or the YMCA of Marinette, Wis., for swimming scholarships. _______________ Col. William M. Peterson Col. (retired) William M. Peterson, 85, of Advance, N.C., formerly of Charlotte, died Nov. 15, 1994, at the Bermuda Village Health Center, Advance, N.C. Col. Peterson was born Dec. 19, 1910, the son of Roy and Caddie (Merritt) Peterson in Brownstown, Ill. He attended the Vandalea, Ill., schools and the University of Illinois. He was a salesman in Michigan until World War II when he enlisted as a private. He was commissioned through OCS and assigned to the 90th Infantry Division of Gen. George Patton's Third Army. At the end of the war, he helped set up school for the training of constabulary troops for occupation in Bavaria and served as Provost Marshall of the 2nd Constabulary Brigade, serving in Munich, Germany. Following his release from the military, he continued in sales with Standard Oil (now AMOCO). He was recalled to serve with the Michigan National Guard. He attended Command and General Staff School in Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, and Army War College in Carlisle, Penn. He served on Division Staff as G-3, was a Battle Group and Brigade Commander, and ended his military career as Property and Fiscal Officer for the state of Michigan. He received a number of military honors, including two bronze stars and a citation by Gen. Charles deGaulle for exceptional services rendered during the Liberation of France. The Belgian government awarded him the Crox Militaire de ze Classe in October 1946. He was a long time member of the First Congregational Church United Church of Christ, Masons, and Shriners in Charlotte. After moving to Bermuda Village four-and-one- half years ago, he joined the Presbyterian Church of Clemmons and Bermuda Run Country Club, Advance. He is survived by his wife, Elly; two sisters-in-law, Mary Richmond and Millie Bolman; three nephews, Paul Bolman of Des Plains, Ill., and Park Richmond and John McMillan, both of New Jersey; and three nieces, Beverly Hunt of Olathe, Kansas, Ann Hicks of Florida, and Holly Shrader of Colorado. Memorial services are Saturday, April 29, at 3 p.m. at the First Congregational Church United Church of Christ, Charlotte, with the Rev. Peter Brenner and the Rev. Z. William Colson officiating. Former Lt. Gov. James Brickley will also speak. Memorial contributions may be made to Courthouse Square Association, Charlotte. _______________ Donald M. Pfiester Donald M. Pfiester, 84, of Eaton Rapids, died Oct. 26, 1995, in Dimondale. Mr. Pfiester was born Oct. 9, 1911, in Eaton Rapids Twp., the son of Max and Myrta (Clark) Pfiester. He retired from Michigan Packaging Company in 1979. He is survived by two stepdaughters, Carol Ann Dillin of North Carolina, and Doris (George) Goddard of Eaton Rapids; three stepsons, Donald Sr. (Della) Getter of Lake City, Harvey (Mae) Getter, and Robert Getter all of Eaton Rapids; 20 step-grandchildren; 32 step-great-grandchildren; two brothers, Kenneth of Williamston and Fred Pfiester; four sisters, Eva Wasey of Ovid, Shirley Holmes of Tennessee, Helen Webb, and Arlene Eifert both of Mason. He was preceded in death by his wife, Bertha in 1994. Services were Oct. 28 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Paul Mergener officiating. Interment was in the Rosehill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Tri County Office on Aging, Meals on Wheels. _______________ Genevieve M. Phillips Genevieve Mae Phillips, 89, of Vermontville died April 23, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mrs. Phillips was born in Windsor Township, the daughter of Charles and Ella (Weaver) Stierley. She was a housewife and member of the Vermontville Bible Church, teaching Sunday School for over 50 years. She is survived by her husband, Rex; two daughters, Roberta (Richard) DeMotte of Bel Air, Md., and Elnora Phillips of Haslett; three grandchildren; three great- grandchildren; and one brother, LaVern Stierley of Danville, Ill. Services are Wednesday, April 26, at 10:30 a.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. James Thompson officiating. Interment was in the Woodland Cemetery, Vermontville. _______________ Mary G. Phillips Mary Gertrude Phillips, 85, of Lansing died Sept. 26, 1995. Mrs. Phillips was born Aug. 3, 1910, in Erie, Penn. She was a homemaker. She is survived by four daughters, Mary Janet Phillips of Ft. Wayne, Ind., Nancy (Robert) Fineis, and Kathryn (James) Clifford both of Lansing, and Mary Margaret (Howard) Alt of Mecosta; four sons, John (Mina) of Charlotte, James (Darlene) of Grand Ledge, and Daniel and Thomas Phillips both of Lansing; 32 grandchildren; and 21 great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Burdett, in 1990. Services were Sept. 29 at the Church of the Resurrection with the Rev. William Koenigsknecht officiating. Interment was in St. Joseph Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Tiffany Funeral Home, Lansing. _______________ Mary A. Pickmosa Mary Alice Pickmosa, 90, of Charlotte died May 31, 1995, at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility. Mrs. Pickmosa was born in Cadillac, the daughter of William and Maybelle (Sawyer) Hodges. She was a registered nurse at Ford Hospital, and also a teacher. She is survived by her husband, George of Florida; two daughters, Nancy (Castelle) Gentry of Charlotte, and Mary (Donald) McBride of Colorado; and two sons, Carl Beuthien of Millersburg, and Thomas Beuthien of Clawson. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Dorothy R. Pierce Dorothy R. Pierce, 69, of Eaton Rapids died April 3, 1995, at the Dobie Road Nursing Home, Okemos, after a long illness. Mrs. Pierce was born Feb. 14, 1926, in Lansing, the daughter of Charles and Mable (Hopkins) McMann. She had been a resident of Eaton Rapids since 1944 and had been employed by Dart Container of Mason for 17 years. She is survived by two daughters, Carolyn (Steve) Marietta of Eaton Rapids and Bonnie (Dan) Hartnett of Onondaga; two sons, Kenneth (Barb) of Eaton Rapids and Dale (JoVon) of Charlotte; 15 grandchildren; six great- grandchildren; and several sisters, brothers, nieces, and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dale in 1982. Services were April 10 at the Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. Interment was in the Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. _______________ Wayne H. Pifer Wayne Hicks Pifer, 69, of Myrtle Beach, S.C., died Sept. 29, 1995, in Wilmington, Dela. Mr. Pifer was born in Pontiac, the son of Hazel (Hicks) and Frank Pifer. He was an ordained minister and retired missionary with the Central American Mission until 1970 and a former employee of Columbia International University until 1970 and a former employee of Columbia International University until 1990. He was a member of the Columbia Evangelical Church. He is survived by his wife, Marjorie (Leary) of Myrtle Beach; four sons, Joel of Columbia, Timothy of Equador, Nathan of Wichita Falls, Texas, and Andrew of Dalton, Ga.; two daughters, Beth Ragsdale of Myrtle Beach and rosemary Wenzel of Columbia; his mother, Hazel Pifer of Charlotte; two sisters, Phyllis Webb and Janice (Griffin), both of Charlotte; and 16 grandchildren. Visitation is Tuesday, Oct. 3, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Talbert-Shives Funeral Home, Columbia, S.C. Services are Wednesday, Oct. 4, at 2 p.m. at the Columbia Evangelical Church. Interment is in the Woodridge Memorial Park. _______________ Evelyn I. Pomeroy Evelyn I. Pomeroy, 80, of Eaton Rapids died Aug. 31, 1995, in Lansing. Mrs. Pomeroy was born Aug. 19, 1915, the daughter of Charles and Nancy Ann (Fosnight) Powell. She was a member of the Eaton Rapids Church of the Nazarene, and the Eaton Rapids Rocking chair deserters. She is survived by one daughter, Sharon (Dan) Smith of Arizona; four sons, Maurice (Bonnie) Pomeroy, Stanley (Diane) Pomeroy all of Arizona, Dennis Pomeroy of Hawaii, and Michael (Mary) Pomeroy of Lansing; 12 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. Services were Sept. 2 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Gary Bright officiating. Interment was in the Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the Church of the Nazarene Building Fund. _______________ Judith L. Porter Judith Lee Porter, 55, of Arvada, Colo., formerly of Charlotte, died Sept. 12, 1995, of ovarian cancer at the Hospice of St. John, Lakewood, Colo. Mrs. Porter was born Aug. 10, 1940, in Manistee, the daughter of Harry Irish and Bernadine Bushre. She was a 1959 graduate of Charlotte High School and a graduate of the Wright Beauty School. She had been a beauty operator in Charlotte for 22 years and had been self-employed as a crafter in Arvada for 13 years. She was a member of the Waggin Heels Square Dancing Club in Arvada. She is survived by her husband, William of Arvada; one daughter, Dawn (Lavon) Gibson or Arvada; one son, Kenyon (Shawn) of Colorado Springs, Colo.; three grandchildren, Brandyn Gibson of Arvada and Jason and Debra Porter of Colorado Springs; one sister, Jerry Willson of Michigan; one brother, Gene Irish of Michigan; and numerous nieces and nephews. Services were Sept. 15 at the Rundus Broomfield Funeral Home, Broomfield, Colo. Interment was in the Arvada Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2255 S. Oneida St., Denver, Colo., 80224. _______________ Merlin R. Potter Merlin R. Potter, 73, of Lakeview, formerly of Charlotte, died April 20, 1995, at Metropolitan Hospital, Grand Rapids, after a lengthy illness. Mr. Potter was born in Bellevue Township, Eaton County, the son of Carl and Edith (Xanders) Potter and had been a Charlotte area resident until moving to Lakeview in 1982. He was a World War II Army veteran, having served three-and- one-half years with the 89th Infantry division in Europe. He was employed at Oldsmobile Division, General Motors, Lansing, retiring in 1980 after 31 years of service. He was also a member of VFW Post #3306, Howard City. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Rosa (Cooper); two daughters, Conni Dayton of Las Vegas, Nev., and Vicki Shores of Jackson; two granddaughters, Robyn Shore and Paige Albert, both of Jackson; three grandsons, Darren Dayton of Grand Ledge and Jeffrey and Kyle Shores, both of Jackson; two sisters, Margaret (Alex) Verhelle of Farwell and Mildred Verhelle of Eaton Rapids; four brothers, Milton (Glenna) of Hastings, Raymond (Elsie) and Max (Joyce), both of Charlotte, and Robert of Indiana; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Royce. Services were April 24 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Peter Brenner officiating. Military graveside services followed, provided by Maple City VFW Post #2406 and DeWitt VFW Post #671 at Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Tuberculosis and Emphysema Association of Eaton County. _______________ Thomas D. Prince Thomas D. Prince, 84, of Dimondale died Dec. 4, 1995, at his residence. Mr. Prince was born March 27, 1911, in Lawrence County, Ark., the son of James and Miranda (Houston) Prince. He was a test driver for General Motors in Lansing, retiring in 1971. He is survived by one daughter, Delma Page; one daughter- in-law, Yvonne Prince; nine grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Clara in 1985, and one son, Marion in 1990. Services were Dec. 11 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Pastor Bob Nappier officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Larue L. Ralston Larue Lindberg Ralston, 87, of Charlotte died June 21, 1995, following a lengthy illness. Mrs. Ralston graduated from Sparrow Hospital School of Nursing and retired from Michigan State University. She was a resident of Florida for 20 years, and a member of the New Port Richey First Methodist Church. She is survived by two sons, Ronald Ralston of New Era, and Marshall Ralston of Charlotte; six grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; five step- great-grandchildren; two step-great-great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law, May Lindberg of Marquette; and 26 nieces and nephews. Services will be Wednesday, June 28, at 1 p.m. at the Potterville Church of the Nazarene. Interment will be in the Deepdale Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Ruby L. Ranney Ruby L. (Maupin) Ranney, 96, of Eaton Rapids died June 23, 1995 in Charlotte. Mrs. Ranney was born July 24, 1898 in Ingham County, the daughter of Hugh and Laura Jane (Mackey) Bateman. She graduated from Eaton Rapids High School class of 1918. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Eaton Rapids, the VFW Ladies Auxiliary Post #1283, and a life member of the Order of Eastern Star #241. She was employed with the Eaton Rapids Community Hospital caring for newborn infants. She is survived by two daughters, Martha Jane (Jens) Hansen of Albion, and Carolyn (Melvin) Tallon of Redlands, Calif.; one stepdaughter, Jannice Polk of Missouri; nine grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; one daughter-in-law, Joyce Maupin of Eaton Rapids; one brother-in-law, J.C. Maupin of Charlotte; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Maupin; two sons, Tom Maupin and Kaye Maupin; one stepson, Glenn Ranney Jr.; two brothers, Ivan and Oscar Bateman; one sister, Vera Bateman Farrand; and one granddaughter, Ann Marie Maupin. She was married to the late Dr. Glenn Ranney. Services were June 26 at Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids, with the Pastor Tom Evans of the First United Methodist Church officiating. Arrangements were made by the Shelly- Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Rapids Community Hospital or the First United Methodist Church. _______________ Nelson A. Rasey Nelson A. Rasey, 73, of Nashville died June 8, 1995, at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. Mr. Rasey was born in Nashville, June 27, 1921, the son of Ernest and Golah Mae (Appelman) Rasey. He was a 1938 graduate of Nashville High School and attended Central Michigan University, studying industrial arts. He farmed most of his life and worked in various factories and engineering firms as a welder, millwright, pipe fitter, and carpenter. He served on Castleton Township's ASCS committee for many years, was a Castleton Township trustee for 14 years, and helped develop the transfer/recycling station in that township. He was director of Barry County's soil and water program and was named Barry County's Outstanding Conservation Farmer in 1981. He is survived by one sister, Sue (Tom) Sprague of Woodland; one brother, Ernie (Mary Jean) of Nashville; two sisters-in-law, Helen Rasey of Nashville and Cora Teeple of Cadillac; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Von and Maurice, and two sisters, Geneva Howell and Geraldine Teeple. Services were June 10 at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville, with Pastor Harly Coehn officiating. Interment was in the Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice. _______________ Evelyn F. Raymond Evelyn F. Raymond, 79, of Charlotte died Aug. 29, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, after a short illness. Mrs. Raymond was born in Courtland Township, Kent County, the daughter of Theodore and Helen (Holtz) Armstrong and had been a Charlotte resident since 1961, coming from Hastings. She had previously lived in Lake Odessa, Woodland, and Middleville. She was a 1935 graduate of Thornapple-Kellogg High School, Middleville. She collected and restored antique dolls. She is survived by her husband, Harold, and one brother, Ted (Phylis) Armstrong of Lake Odessa. Graveside services were Aug. 31 at the Bosworth Cemetery, near Olivet, with the Rev. Elbern Householder. Arrangements were made by the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Eaton County Unit. _______________ Raymond D. Reaves Raymond D. Reaves, 67, of Charlotte died Aug. 14, 1995. Mr. Reaves was born in Godwin, N.C., the son of Lonnie and Cartha (Edwards) Reaves. He was a veteran of World War II and a commercial painter journeyman. He was a member of the Lansing Painters Union Local #845. He is survived by four sisters, Lala (Gerald) Elliott of Dimondale, Viola Warren of Smithfield, N.C., Irene Eason of Wade, N.C., and Sarah (Tony) Cafiero of Florida; one brother, Malcom of Smithfield; and special friend, Louise Brown of Charlotte. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Bradley, Alton, and Walter. Services were Aug. 17 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Interment was in the Perry Cemetery. _______________ Gerald D. Reed Gerald D. Reed, 77, of Vermontville died Aug. 22, 1995, at his residence. Mr. Reed was born July 19, 1918, in Hoytville, the son of Clyde and Iva Mae (Meade) Reed. He attended Grand Ledge High School and was a Navy Veteran of World War II. He married Nina Beard on Dec. 23, 1939, in Needmore. He owned Reed Shell Station in Vermontville, was a mail carrier on R.R. #1 in Vermontville for many years, and owned Reed Marker and Monument Business for 10 years. He was on the Vermontville Fire and Ambulance Department for many years, a Boy Scout leader, a lifetime member of the Mason Lodge and Past Worshipful Master, member of the Vermontville American Legion, and member of the Vermontville American Legion, and member of the Vermontville United Methodist Church where he taught Sunday school, was head trustee, head usher, and treasurer. He is survived by his wife, Nina; one daughter, Natalie (Rev. Mitchell) Vader of Winston, Ken.; one son, Ross (Izetta) Reed of West Branch; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one sister, Shirley (Bill) Gleason of Lansing; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his brother, Leslie "Jake" Reed; and his mother and father. Services were Aug. 25 at the Vermontville United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Jeff Bowman, and the Nashville Masonic Lodge #255 officiating. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. Interment was in the Meadowbrook Cemetery, Mulliken, with military honors by the Vermontville American Legion. Memorial contributions may be made to the Vermontville United Methodist Church. _______________ Thomas M. Reed Sr. Thomas M. Reed Sr., 69, of Charlotte died Nov. 10, 1995, in Charlotte. Mr. Reed was born in Potterville, the son of John and Sarah (McQuiston) Reed and had lived most of his life in the Charlotte area. He had been employed as a general foreman for Fisher Body Division of General Motors, Lansing, retiring in 1978 after 30 years of service. He is survived by his wife, Janice (Granstrom); one daughter, Teri (James) Stroud of Olivet; one son, Thomas Jr. of Charlotte; three grandchildren, Benjamin Stroud, Jeff Reed, and Andy Reed; and two sisters, Pauline Puttbrese of Bradenton, Fla., and Phyllis Reed of Charlotte. He was preceded in death by one sister, Lucille Fox in 1961. Services were Nov. 13 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with Elder James Baum officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, or the Eaton County Humane Society. _______________ William C. Reed William Clifford Reed, 91, of Bellevue died Feb. 2, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mr. Reed was born April 1, 1903, in Bellevue, the son of Clarence and Clara (Harwood) Reed. He returned to Bellevue from Temperance in 1989 to live with his nephews. He worked for Consumers Power, retiring as a foreman in 1968 after 47 years of service. He married Hazel Johnson in Bellevue. He was a Sunday School superintendent at the Assembly of God Church in Bellevue and Temperance. He is survived by one nephew, Clarence (Theressa) Reed of Bellevue, and one niece, Dora Mickey of Georgia. He was preceded in death by his wife, Hazel Aug. 21, 1982, two sisters, Ethel Ward and Marie McMurray, and one brother, Glenn. Services were Feb. 4 at the Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue, with the Rev. G. David Trammell officiating. Interment was in the Riverside Cemetery, Bellevue. _______________ Wells A. Reynolds Wells A. Reynolds, 73, of Charlotte died February 27, 1995. Mr. Reynolds was born in Grand Ledge, the son of Avery and Nellie (Shepard) Reynolds. He served with the U.S. Army during WWII with the 25th Division, 3rd Army in Germany and France and wasemployed as a bricklayer. He was a member of the DAV Chapter #7 in Battle Creek, and the Bricklayers Local #9. He issurvived by his wife of 56 years, Naomi; one daughter, Karen (Milo) wright of Charlotte; one daughter-in- law, Helen (Ronald) Cleeves of Charlottte; eight grandchildren, Cheryl Miller, Dennis Wright, Peggy Parshall, Leo Reynolds, Debbie Reynolds, Carla Firestone, Lynett Braden, and Katie Emenhiser; nine great-grandchildren, Christina, Denny, Nick, Charlie, Jesse, Lauren, Mickey, Casey, and blake; two sisters, Geneva (Richard) Leonard of Eagle, and Arvilla (Jack) Hacker of Trufant. He was preceded in death by one son, Gerald (Butch) and one daughter, Pamela. Services were March 1 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Joe Haney officiating. Interment was in the Gresham Cemetery. _______________ Jeffrey C. Ripley Jeffrey Charles Ripley, 32, of Charlotte died Aug. 6, 1995, at St. Joseph Hospital, Bryan, Texas. Mr. Ripley was born in Lansing, the son of Gary and Janet (Hutchison) Ripley. He was a 1980 graduate of Charlotte High School and a plant manager for Spartan Motors, Charlotte. He issurvived by his wife, Brenda (Martin); two sons, Tyler and Travis; his parents, Gary and Janet Ripley; two sisters, Kim (Hal) Wheeler and Mindy Ripley, both of Charlotte; and his grandmothers, Marietta Ripley and Donna Hutchison, both of Charlotte. He was preceded in death by his brother, Randy in 1959. Services were Aug. 10 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Charles Moore officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Jeffrey Ripley Memorial Fund. _______________ Bethel J. Robertson Bethel J. (Buckland) Robertson, 77, of Kalamo, died Dec. 30, 1994, at her daughter's home in Battle Creek. Mrs. Robertson was born Nov. 6, 1917, in Bedford Township, the daughter of William and Fannie (Armour) Buckland. She graduated from Litchfield High School in 1935 and worked as a bookkeeper. She was a member of the Kalamo Chapter #399 of the Order of the Eastern Star, Kalamo United Methodist Church, and the Birthday Club. She married Ralph Robertson Jan. 19, 1941. She is survived by four daughters, Laurel Robertson of Battle Creek, Jolie Good of Lansing, Jeanette Jones of Kalamo, and Cherie Esposito of North Aurora, Ill.; one son, Ralph Robertson of Delton; seven grandchildren; one great- grandchild; her mother, Fannie Buckland of Battle Creek; and one brother, Darrel Buckland of Kerrville, Texas. She was preceded in death by her father, William, and her husband, Ralph Robertson in 1979. Services were Jan. 2 at the Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue, with the Rev. William Sanders and the Rev. John Charter officiating. Interment was in Kalamo Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Kalamo Chapter #399 OES, Kalamo United Methodist Church or the Good Samaritan Hospice Care. _______________ Marie Robinson Marie Robinson, 59, of Eaton Rapids died Oct. 24, 1995. Mrs. Robinson was born Aug. 14, 1936, in Greenfield, Tenn. She was a former employee of the Lansing Country Club. She is survived by her husband of 12 years, Patrick; two daughters, Linda Robertson of Laingsburg, and Brandon Walker of Rives Junction; one son, Kirk (Phyllis) Walker of Rives Junction; two grandchildren, Hillary and Justin Walker of Rives Junction; mother, Isoline Coleman of Greenfield, Tenn.; one brother, Charles (Edith) Garner of East Alton, Ill.; three sisters, Modelle Graf of Oroville, Calif., Peggy (Fred) Cusack of Round Rock, Texas, and Barbara (Les Lee) Gibson of Mason. She was preceded in death by her son-in-law, Greg Robertson; and five brothers, Howard, John, Bill, Jerry, and Bob Garner. Services were Oct. 27 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Paul Mergener officiating. Interment was in the Rosehill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Tamrin A. Robinson-Perez Tamrin Anthony robinson-Perez, infant son of Amber Perez of Charlotte and Germaine Robinson of Kalamazoo, died Nov. 2, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. He weighed 7 pounds 12 ounces. He is survived by his parents; grandparents, Rebecca Perez of Charlotte, and Shirley and Bill Robinson of Kalamazoo; great-grandfather, Lester Frank of Charlotte; and one aunt, Therasa Perez of Charlotte. He was preceded in death by his great-grandmother Millie Frank of Charlotte. Memorial services were Nov. 6 at the Fowler Cemetery, Eaton Rapids, with Richard Garn officiating. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Leone A. Rochester Leone A. Rochester, 77, of Duck Lake, Springport, died July 4, 1995, at the Michigan Capital Medical Center, Pennsylvania Campus, Lansing, after an extended illness. Mrs. Rochester was born in Grand Ledge, the daughter of Pearl and Georgia (Goodrich) Starkweather and had been a lifelong resident of the Charlotte area. She had been employed by Wilcox-Gay and later was manager of Twig's Place, both in Charlotte. She was a long time member of the Maple City VFW Post #2406 Ladies Auxiliary and was junior vice in 1972, senior vice in 1973, president in 1974, and remained active as rehabilitation chairman for 16 years. She is survived by her husband, Carl; two daughters, Verdetta (John) Dewey and Faith (Britt) Morgan, both of Charlotte; two sons, Michael (Donna) Mahon of Nashville and Tommy (Carolyn) Mahon of Charlotte; 18 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; one stepdaughter, Linnea Hoge of Charlotte; two stepsons, Gary Rochester of reno, Nev., and Lance Rochester of Denver, Colo.; seven stepgrandchildren; and two brothers, Robert Startweather of Charlotte and Theo Startweather of Texas. She was preceded in death by one son, Roger in 1954, two brothers, Junior and Enos Starkweather, and one sister, Hilda Patterson. Services were July 7 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Dr. Peter Brenner officiating. Interment was in the Needmore Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Maple City VFW Post #2406 Avenue of Flags or the Ladies Auxiliary. _______________ Violet L. Rockafellow Violet L. Rockafellow, 91, of Eaton Rapids, died June 29, 1995, at the Martin Luther Holt Home. Mrs. Rockafellow was born Jan. 29, 1904, in Big Rapids, the daughter of Sam and Flora (Howard) Weatherby. She had lived most of her life in Eaton Rapds and until just recently, lived by herself. She is survived by three daughters, Judith (Edgar) Husted of Sierra Vista, Ariz., Joyce Burlison of Brookfield, and Beverly (Richard) England of Dimondale; four sons, James (Helena) of Lansing, Donald of Ft. Mohave, Ariz., Robert of Lansing, and Keith of Bellevue; 19 grandchildren; 34 great- grandchildren; and 11 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Frank in 1982, two daughters, Juanita Kirchen and Letta Mae, five brothers, Earl, Walter, John, Donald, and Albert Weatherby, one grandson, Jeffery Burlison, one great- granddaughter, Candy Ann Burlison, and one great-grandson, Jason Kelly. Services were July 3 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Paul Mergener officiating. Interment was in the Riverside Cemetery, Alma. _______________ Patricia A. Rodriguez Patricia Ann Rodriguez, 38, of Charlotte died June 7, 1995, at her residence. Mrs. Rodriguez was born in Frankfurt, Germany, the daughter of Allen and Doris (Northway) Williams. She was a 1978 graduate of Michigan State University as an animal technician and worked in the admission office at Lansing General Hospital. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, St. Mary School Parent Club, and was active in the MCMC Cancer Support Group. She is survived by one daughter, Veronica; one son, Martin; father, Allen (Mary) Williams; mother, Doris Williams of Charlotte; two sisters, Mary (James) Hayward of Vancouver, Wash., and Suzanne (Harry) Roberts of Anchorage, Alaska; and her former husband, Joe G. Rodriguez. Services are today, June 10, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Charlotte, with Father Thomas Nenneau officiating. Interment will be in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Frederick D. Rolfe Frederick Dale Rolfe, 70, of Charlotte died Jan. 11, 1995, after a lengthy illness. Mr. Rolfe was born in Charlotte, the son of Stanley and Fern (Kimmel) Rolfe. He had been employed as a dry cleaner at the former Don's Cleaners in Charlotte and Maurer's Sanitary Cleaners in Lansing. He is survived by his wife, Rose Ellen; one daughter, Malinda (Edward) Frybarger of Kalamazoo; seven grandchildren; three sisters, Charlene (Lawrence) Murphy of Bellevue, Connie Warner of Kalamazoo, and Suzanne Devic of Flint; and two brothers, Richard of Jackson and Robert of Lansing. Services were Jan .14 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Peter Brenner officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Robert J. Rolfe Robert "Poke" J. Rolfe, 66, of Vermontville died June 22, 1995, at his residence. Mr. Rolfe was born in Battle Creek Oct. 10, 1928, the son of Roy and Marjorie (McKinley) Rolfe. He was a tool crib attendant for H.B. Sherman Manufacturing for 40 years before retiring. He was the Kalamo Township Clerk for eight years, a member of the Cheerful Campers, and led the Kalamo Boy Scout Troop #144 and Spaulding 4-H Club for many years. He was a Worthy Patron of Eastern Star #399, secretary and Past Master of Kalamo Masonic Lodge #327, Knight Templars of Battle Creek, and the Kalamo Kickers and Sundown Squares square dance clubs. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; two sons, Philip (Tena) of Charlotte and Gregory (Barbara) of Vermontville; one daughter, Wendy (Lynn) McKelvey of Nashville; four grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; and one step-great- grandchild. Services were June 26 at the Pray Funeral Home with the Rev. Bill Sanders officiating. Interment was in the Kalamo Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice or Barry-Eaton County Health Department. _______________ Donald L. Root Donald L. Root, 67, of Charlotte died Aug. 27, 1995, at his residence. Mr. Root was born in Eaton County, the son of William and Iva (Boyer) Root. He served with the United States Air Force during World War II and the Korean War, retiring in 1966, after 22 years of service. He was a court officer for the Eaton County Friend of the Court, retiring after 15 years of service. He is survived by his wife, Helen; three daughters, Debra (Bill) Keehne of Charlotte, Pamela (Paul) Grogan of Columbus, Ind., and Connie Woods of Mason; three sons, Donald (Chris) Root and Paul Root, both of Charlotte, and Richard (Karen) Whaley of Kittridge, Colo.; nine grandchildren; two sisters, Bethel Brown of Grand Rapids and Beulah Rogers of Augusta; and three brothers, Cleon of Plainwell, Cedric of Vermontville, and Millard of Mulliken. Visitation is Tuesday, Aug. 29, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Services are Wednesday, Aug. 30, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment is in the Gresham Cemetery. _______________ David D. Rosenbrook David Duane Rosenbrook Jr., 17, of Holt and Lansing, formerly of Charlotte, died Feb. 16, 1995, as the result of an automobile accident. Mr. Rosenbrook was born in Lansing, the son of David and Deborah (McMeen) Rosenbrook. He was a junior at Holt High School. He is survived by his mother, Deborah of Holt; his father, David of Bellevue; one brother, Shawn; friend, Amy Catlin; and his grandparents, Gilbert and Marge Bishop and Betty and Duane Rosenbrook, all of Charlotte. Funeral Mass was Feb. 20 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Charlotte, with Fr. Thomas Nenneau as celebrant. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Alex J. Ross Infant Alex Jose' Ross was born and died on April 29, 1995 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. Alex is survived by his mother, Julie; his father, John; two brothers, Thomas and Anthony; grandparents, Cynthia and Jose' Velez of Lansing, Sandra Miller of Lakeland, Fla., and John and Linda Bossert of Caro; many aunts, uncles, and cousins; great-grandmothers, Arlene Wright of Lansing and Mary Hamelin of Lakeland, Fla. Memorial services will be 6:30 p.m. May 16 at Christ United Methodist Church of Lansing with Rev. Robert Ejonis officiating. _______________ Francis E. Rost Francis E. Rost, 88, of Charlotte died Jan. 30, 1995, at the Michigan Capitol Medical Center Greenlawn Campus after a short illness. Mr. Rost was born in Lansing, the son of Francis and Jean (Fishel) Rost and was a lifelong area resident having lived in Potterville previously. He was a retired machine repairman for the Oldsmobile Division of General Motors in Lansing. He was married June 8, 1932 to the former Geneva Mae Brown. He is survived by one daughter, Shirley Moon of Charlotte; two sons, Francis (Esther) Rost of Nashville, and Lawrence (Joyce) Rost of Haslett; 12 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; 6 great-great-grandchildren; and one sister, Katherine Kirksey of Stone Mountain, Ga. He was preceded in death by his wife, Geneva, June 8, 1994, and one son, Loren Rost, in 1948. Services were Feb. 3 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Peter R.K. Brenner officiating. Inurnment was in Benton Township Cemetery. _______________ Charles T. Roys Charles T. Roys, 81, of Fort Myers, Fla., formerly of Charlotte, died March 8, 1995, in Florida. Mr. Roys was born in Sheffield, Mass., the son of Wilfred and Mae (Trescott) Roys. He was employed in construction as an asbestos worker before his retirement. He was a member of the Olga-Ft. Myers Shores United Methodist Church and Asbestos Workers' Union Local #47, Lansing. He is survived by his wife, June (Farlin); one daughter, Judith (William) Perry of Sheffield; seven grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and one sister, Mildred Roys of Sheffield. Services were March 15 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Pastor Lester DeGroot officiating. Interment was in the Chapel Hill Cemetery, Lansing. _______________ Carl D. Rulison Carl Duane Rulison, 66, of Bushnell, Fla., died Sept. 3, 1995, in Inverness, Fla. Mr. Rulison moved to Bushnell in 1989, from Cleveland, Tenn. He worked as a drill press operator and served in the U.S. Army in World War II. He was a member of the West Clevland Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Mary; one step-daughter, Juanita Nix of Hixson, Tenn.; one brother, Donald Rulison of Charlotte; two sisters, Betty McGilvra, and Shirley Colestock both of Charlotte; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Services were Sept. 8 at the Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell. Arrangements were made by Purcell Funeral Home, Bushnell. _______________ Helen Rulison Helen Rulison, 61, of Charlotte died March 7, 1995. Mill Rulison was born in Michigan Center, the daughter of Floyd and Birdie Rulison. She worked for several restaurants and other local businesses. She was a member of the First Congregational Church. She is survived by two sisters, Betty McGilvra, and Shirley Colestock both of Charlotte; and two brothers, Carl (Catherine) Rulison of Bushnell, Fla., and Donald (Phyllis) Rulison of Charlotte. She was preceded in death by her parents, Floyd and Birdie Rulison. Services were March 9 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Peter R.K. Brenner officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Gordon H. Saal Gordon H. Saal, 37, of Charlotte died April 28, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mr. Saal was born in Lansing, the son of Leo Saal and Velma Newman. He was a construction worker. He is survived by his wife, Dyann; two daughters, Beth and Kristi; his parents, Leo (Barbara) Saal of Dimondale and Velma Newman of Bradenton, Fla.; three sister, Susan (Mark) Potter and Nancy (Steve) Shaver, both of Charlotte, and Kathy (Tom) Carrigan of Vermontville; and one brother, David Newman of Lake Odessa; and his father-and mother-in-law, Ralph and Barbara Plaunt of Bellevue. Services were May 3 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Charles Moore officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Noble J. Sackett Noble J. Sackett, 84, of Grand Ledge died Oct. 26, 1995, in a Delta Township nursing home. Mr. Sackett was born March 2, 1911, in Sunfield Township, the son of Henry and Maude (Rhuberry) Sackett. He was a retired REO employee. He was a live member and Past Master of Mulliken F&AM #412, life member and Past Patron of Mulliken OES #161, and life member and Past High Priest of Portland RAM #39. He is survived by his wife, Neva; one daughter, Amanda (Bryce) MacDonald of Vermontville; two sons, Bill (Chris) of Byron Center, and Bob (Susie) of Grand Ledge; 12 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. He was preced in death by his daughter, Vanya Ackerson in 1993. Services were Oct. 30 at Barker-Leik Funeral Home, Mulliken, with the Rev. John Baumgartner officiating, followed by Masonic services conducted by Hans Huyck. Interment was in Welch Cemetery. _______________ Shirlie A. Sadowsky Shirlie A. (Harmon) Sadowsky, 51, of the Duck Lake area for 30 years, died March 31, 1995, at her home following a long illness. Mrs. Sadowsky was born Oct. 3, 1943, in Charlotte, the daughter of Everett Myers of Fort Worth, Texas, and Anna (George) Harmon of Olivet. She graduated from Olive High School in 1961 and was married to Gene Sadowsky on Oct. 21, 1961, in Olivet. She worked for several different companies before becoming an employee for Albion Industries in 1977 where she retired from after 15 years of service as a computer key punch operator. She was a member of the Women's Auxiliary BPOE in Albion. She is survived by her husband of 33 years, Gene Sadowsky; one son, Kevin (Marcie); and two grandsons, Casey and Connor of Fallbrook, Calif.; one daughter, Kelly of Marshall; her parents, George and Ann Harmon of Olivet; two brothers, Frank (JoLinda) Harmon, and Terry (Gina) Harmon; one sisters, Kathy (Steve) Ingram, all of Michigan; a stepmother and stepbrother of Fort Worth; and numerous nieces and nephews. Services are today, April 8, from 1-2 p.m. at the Montgomery-Kerwin Funeral Home, Springport, witk Pastor Dave Minger officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Good Samaritan Hospice Care at PO Box 1694, Battle Creek, MI 49016. _______________ Emily C. Salisbury Emily Catherine Salisbury, infant daughter of Mark and Debra (Hoover) Salisbury, died April 10, 1995, at St. Lawrence Hospital, Lansing. She is survived by her parents; three sisters, Rochella Salisbury, Melissa Salisbury, and Cristin Barber; grandparents, Rev. Gerald and Maxine Salisbury, and Alys Hoover, all of Eaton Rapids; two aunts, Mary Ann (Bob) Osborn of Eaton Rapids, and Carolyn (Billy) Crego of DeWitt; four uncles, Steve (Joan) Salisbury of Muskegon, Mike (Becky) Salisbury of Eaton Rapids, Dave (Debra) Salisbury of Orchard Lake, and Rex (Joyce) Hoover of St. Johns; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Services will be held today, April 15, at 11 a.m. at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with Pastor Tom Evans of the First United Methodist Church officiating. Private family interment services will follow at Munger Cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church or St. Lawrence Hospital, Labor and Delivery Department, Lansing. _______________ Berthal E. Sanders Berthal Evelyn Sanders, 80, of Charlotte died Feb. 8, 1995, at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility, Charlotte. Mrs. Sanders was born in White Pigeon, the daughter of Homer and Ethel (Karob) Robinson. She formerly worked at the Horner Woolen Mills and was a cook at several restaurants in Eaton Rapids. She is survived by one daughter, Evelynn (Douglas) Stall of Charlotte; three sons, Ellis (Eva), Normand (Sylvia) of Eaton Rapids, and Homer (Carol) of Taylor; 20 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Sylvia Peggy Brown of Las Vegas, Nev., and Mabel Johnson of Kalamazoo. She was preceded in death by her husband, John, in 1979. Services were Feb. 11 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Pastor Daryl Clements and the Rev. Robert Kersten officiating. Interment was in the Clarence Township Cemetery. _______________ Kenneth A. Sargent Kenneth A. Sargent, 56, of Vermontville died July 15, 1995, at the Eaton Rapids Community Hospital. Mr. Sargent was born in Lansing, the son of Vernon and Veletta (Hope) Sargent. He was a truck driver for Buick- Olds-Cadillac in Lansing. He drove a race car for many years and has also driven super stock and dwarf cars in the Mildwest Classic Racers Association. He is survived by his wife, Arlene; four daughters, Tamara (Brian) Christensen, Kendra Sargent, and Tina (Mike) Bartlett, all of Vermontville, and Terrie (Lloyd) Olson of Texas; two sons, Vernon (Carol) of Colorado and Darin (Kelli) of Bellevue; one stepson, Kevin wiser of Vermontville; one stepdaughter, Shelly Wiser of Charlotte; 13 grandchildren; one sister, Katheryn; one half-brother, James Johnson of Lansing; and two half-sisters, Jerri Brown of Florida and Janet Sargent of Lansing. Visitation is Tuesday, July 18, at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Services are Wednesday, July 19, at 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. Interment is in the Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. _______________ Norma F. Satterlee Norma F. Satterlee, 66, of Eaton Rapids, died Jan. 30, 1995, at a Lansing Hospital. Mrs. Satterlee was born April 21, 1928, in Hamlin Township, the daughter of Rosemond and Edward Smart. She was a homemaker until the death of her husband, Keith, in 1979, when she became employed as a dietitian for the Eaton Rapids Community Hospital. She is survived by one son, Dennis (Peggy) Satterlee of Eaton Rapids; two daughters, Jo Ann (Steve) Hector of Eaton Rapids, and Laurie (Michael) Pruitt of Lansing; seven grandchildren, Thomas, andrew, and Rebecca Hector, Joseph Pruitt, Keith Satterlee, and Michael and Leonard West; four great-grandchildren, Rachael, Anthony, Kevin and Kyle West; three sisters, Vera (Tom) Belen of Westphalia, Betty Marquardt of Olivet, and Ruth (Robert) Higbie of Eaton Rapids; two brothers, Robert (Rosie) Smart of Maryland, and David (Martha) Smart of Eaton Rapids; two brothers-in-law, Norman Brazill of Kalamazoo, and Jack Reasoner of Jackson; and several nieces and nephews. Services were Feb. 3 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Carl Sundermeyer officiating. Interment was in Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Casket bearers were Keith Satterlee, Terry Marquardt, Ken Dove, Leonard West, Michael West, and Ron Goodnoe. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Rapids Community Hospital. _______________ Earl J. Schneeberger Earl J. Schneeberger, 89, of Delta Township died Nov. 10, 1995, in Delta Township. Mr. Schneeberger was born on the family farm Nov. 4, 1906, the son of John and Catherine "Kate" (Hauser) Schneeberger. He attended the Soper Country School and Lansing Central High School; farmed with his father and in later years fed western lambs finishing them for market; was a member of the Grand Ledge Grain Elevator Association, the Eaton County Camera Club, and member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Lansing; and married Ruth Stevens Aug. 12, 1941, at the Presbyterian Church in Hurley, Wis. Survivors include his wife, Ruth; two sons, Thomas (Katherine) Schneeberger of Lansing and John (Freida) Schneeberger of Grand Ledge; one daughter, Jane (Joseph) Gilson of Madison, Wis.; four grandchildren, Trent (Anne), Katrina, Amy, and Dru Schneeberger; one sister, Irene Davis of Lansing; one niece and several nephews. Services were held Nov. 13 at the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel, with Rev. Douglas Asamoa of St. Paul United Church of Christ, Lansing, and Rev. John Baumgartner of the First Congregational United Church of Christ, Grand Ledge, officiating. Interment followed at Delta Center Cemetery. Contributions may be made to St. Paul United Church of Christ, 319 W. Genesse St., Lansing, Mich. 48933. _______________ Doris Schott Doris (Kelly) Schott, 76, of Battle Creek died March 4, 1995, in Ionia Manor, Ionia. Mrs. Schott was born Jan. 21, 1919, in Eaton County, the daughter of Gail and Blanch (VanSickle) Kelly. She graduated from Bellevue High School in 1937, and worked in the processing department at the Kellogg Company for 22 and 1/2 years before retiring in 1977. She was a former member of the Ainger bible church, Assyria Gospel Church, and South Side Bible Church. She moved from Bellevue to the Battle Creek area in 1956, wintered in New Port Richey, Fla., for five years and lived in Kalkaska from 1977 until returning to Battle Creek in 1985. She married Roy Schott on May 11, 1940. She is survived by three sons, Duane Schott of Midland, Norman Schott of Ionia, and John Schott of Battle Creek; nine grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, roy, and one brother and sister. Services were March 7, at the Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue, with the Pastor Lester DeGroot of the Nashville Baptist Church officiating. Interment was in Riverside Cemetery, Bellevue. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice. _______________ J.C. Schultz J. C. Schultz, 68, of Vermontville died Feb. 28, 1995, at his home. Mr. Schultz was born in Lansing and spent most of his life in the Greenville area. He served in the Army during World War II and attained the rank of sergeant. He received the bronze star. He was a metal finisher working in various auto body repair shops. He was a member of VFW Post #5065 of Sheridan. He is survived by one daughter, Mabel Crego of New York; three grandsons; five brothers, Jim, Norm, and Ronald, all of Gowen, Fred of Greenville, and Gerald of Texas; and two sisters, Phyllis Jensen of Vermontville and Nancy Cogswell of Greenville. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Harold and Robert. Military honors were March 6 at Fort Custer National Cemetery, Augusta. Interment was in the Fort Custer National Cemetery. Local arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. _______________ Earl J. Schutter Earl James Schutter, 67, of Potterville died Nov. 5, 1995, in Bushnell, Fla. Mr. Schutter was born Dec. 9, 1927, in Muskegon, the son of Derk and Mary Schutter. He moved to Potterville from Fremont in 1992 and is a retired machinist from the Shaw- Walker co., Muskegon. He was a member of the Seventh-Day Adventist Church of Grand Ledge and Bushnell. He is survived by his wife, Tressa (Allison); two daughters, Patricia (Thomas) Taylor of Talbott, Tenn., and Barbara (Robert) Shultz of Potterville; two sons, Dale (Lois) of Seward, Alaska, and William (Debra) of Orlando, Fla.; six sisters, Nancy Gill of Howard City, June Colburn of Bushnell, and Agnes Dauten, Grace Carson, Dorothy Hanks, and Elise Gowell, all of Muskegon; one brother, Leroy of Howard City; 11 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by both his parents and two brothers. Memorial services are Saturday, Nov. 25, at 4 p.m. at the Grand Ledge Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 498 Burt Ave., Grand Ledge. _______________ Ada B. Scott Ada B. Scott, 101, of Nashville died June 11, 1995, at her home. Mrs. Scott was born June 7, 1894, in Villa Grove, Ill., the daughter of Charles and Mary Sue (Siders) Reynolds. She attended Villa Grove Schools. She married Joseph Merle Scott Aug. 17, 1916, in Villa Grove. She was a bookkeeper for a dry goods store and plumber in Villa Grove before coming to Nashville in 1926. She was a member of the Eastern Star, serving in different offices and as organist; Nashville United Methodist Church and its Philathea Class of the Sunday School; the Michigan State Extension farm group; the Nashville Art Group; and, in 1942, organized Michigan's First Outdoor Clothesline Art Show. She was known for her beautiful oil paintings and had had her works displayed in various Nashville businesses. She is survived by two sons, Joseph Jr. (Barbara) of Dowling and Phillip (Sara) of Nashville; one niece, whom she reaised as a member of her family, Elaine (Donald) Irwin of Naples, fla.; nine grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph in 1972, three sisters, and three brothers. Services are Tuesday, June 13, at 1 p.m. at the Nashville UMC with the Rev. Lloyd Hansen officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. _______________ Julius A. Sebastian Julius A. "Joe" Sebastian, 81, of Vermontville died Aug. 18, 1995, at Thornapple Manor in Hastings. Mr. Sebastian was born May 26, 1914, in Saskatchewan, Canada, the son of Fred and Elizabeth (Fabian) Sebastian. He attended Kalamazoo High School and married Freda Fahrni in Ionia on Feb. 23, 1946. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the European Theatre in the Army's 82nd Airborne Division - #505 Paratroopers and was awarded the Silver Star, Purple Heart, and Sharpshooter Medal. He farmed in Eaton County for many years. He was a nationally known breeder for Bluetick hunting dogs, a founder of the Wolverine State Hunters Club, member of the Bluetick Breeders Coon Hound Association, and was a writer for various hunting magazines. He belonged to the Lake Odessa VFW and DAV, and the Michigan Bear Hunters Association. He is survived by his wife, Freda; children, Roy and Linda Sebastian of Nashville, Randy Martin of Perry, and Lois and Marvin Stewart of Lansing; two grandsons, Jeffrey and Glen; one great-grandson, Robbie Sebastian; five sisters, Bernice Cizzar of Berkley, Margaret Windbiel of Florida, Alice Newton of Hastings, Edna Baldwin of California, and Fran (Bera) McLin of California; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Helen Albani and Agnes Redinger. Services were held Aug. 21 at the Maple Valley Chapel- Genther Funeral Home, Nashville, with the Rev. Jeff Bowman of the Vermontville Methodist Church officiating. Interment was in Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to Thornapple Manor, DAV or Michigan Bear Hunters Association. _______________ William A. Sellen William A. Sellen, 82, of Bellevue died May 31, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, as the result of an automobile accident in Bellevue. Mr. Sellen was born Nov. 15, 1912, in Lee Township, the son of Harry and Maude (Faulk) Sellen. He farmed and from 1942-46, worked at Eaton Manufacturing, Battle Creek, and Oldsmobile, Lansing. Since the 1970's, he operated a wholesale minnow business and helped a son on his farm. He is survived by two sons, Irvin of Marshall and Kenneth of Novi; three daughters, Edith Kennison of Olivet and Susanne Taylor and JoAnn Bowser, both of Lansing; one stepson, Ricky Link of Battle Creek; 18 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchilddren; three great-great-grandchildren; one sister, Isabell Burkett of Kalamo; and his former wife, Emeline (Garity) Sellen. He was preceded in death by one son, Conrad in 1979 and one brother, Clelle in 1987. Services were June 3 at the Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue, with the Rev. Douglas Hammond officiating. Interment was in the Kalamo Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabettes Association. _______________ Joseph Servinsky Joseph Servinsky, a former appraiser and community activist, died of congestive heart failure May 12, at the Angela House Hospice in Livonia. He was 73. Mr. Servinsky was born Oct. 5, 1921, in Portage, Penn. He served in the Walter Reed Hospital Medical Corps during World War II. He was discharged in 1946, moved to Michigan, and married. He nad his wife, Martha, resided in Southgate for 35 years before moving to Allen Park in 1994. Mr. Servinsky was self-employed as an appraiser with the Certified Appraisal Company in Lincoln Park from 1978 through 1994, when he retired. Prior to 1978, Mr. Servinsky for 20 years was a real estate agent. A graduate of the Real Estate Institute, he earned several designations in the real estate industry that indicated areas of specialty, such as a certified residential specialist. He taught real estate and appraising classes at the Michigan School of Real Estate and is a past president of the Down River Boqard of Realtors. He served for five years as the Southgate City Assessor. Mr. Servinsky was active in numerous community organizations and charitable organizations and charitable causes, including the Lincoln Park Rotary, of which he is a past president. In 1973, he received the Paul Harris Rotary Award. He was involved in projects that benefited handicapped children and the American Cancer Society. He was a charter member of the Downriver Guidance Clinic and volunteered his services to the city of Southgate in numerous ways, such as serving on the Southgate Library Commission, Planning Commission, and Board of Review. He also was the first board member of St. Pius X Elementary School. Mr. Servinsky is survived by his wife; a son, Garry of Farmington Hills; three daughters, Mary Kaye Fletcher of Charlotte, JoAnne Tanner of Granite Bay, Calif., and Janice Beck of Saline; brothers, Anthony and Stanley; sisters, Margaret Bachinsky and Josephine Pappas; and nine grandchildren. Services were May 16 at St. Pius X Catholic Church in Southgate. Burial was at Our Lady of Hope Cemetery in Brownstown Township. _______________ Sylvester L. Shaneck Sylvester L. Shaneck ,77, of Nashville died June 2, 1995, at Tendercare of Hastings. Mr. Shaneck was born May 13, 1918, in Curtis, Ohio, the son of Otto and Angeline (Cutcher) Shaneck. He married Lillian Elliston June 30, 1939, in Hastings. He was employed at Eaton Manufacturing, Battle Creek, for 32 years in the heat treat department. He was a member of St. Cyril Catholic Church, Nashville. He is survived by one daughter, Dorothy (Lee) McMillen of Nashville; three grandsons, Mark (Julie) McMillen, Tom (Nicole) McMillen, and bob McMillen; four great- grandchildren, Jesica Justin, Emily, and Marah; and four sisters, Iona Shaneck of Nashville, Elberta Harmon of Hastings, Geraldine Lahey of Piqua, Ohio, and Mary Coay of Battle Creek. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lillian Nov. 7, 1968, his parents, and three brothers, Raymond, James, and Otto Jr. Graveside services were June 5 at the Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville, with the Rev. Charles Fischer officiating. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. Memorial donations may be made to the Barry County Community Hospice. _______________ Coy E. Sharp Coy Edward Sharp, 76, of Charlotte, died March 24, 1995 at Lakeland Regional Medical Center. Mr. Sharp was born in Springer, Okla., the son of John and Meldora (Boydson) Sharp. He was a retired farmer and Air Way Manufacturing employee, and was affiliated with the Five Corners Church. He is survived by his wife, Alice; four daughters, Carolin (Gary) Baker of Orlando, Fla., Barbara (Jess) Stauffer of Battle Creek, Deborah (David) Bradley of Tulsa, Okla., and Wanda (Bryan) Kleinfelt of Charlotte; and 13 grandchildren. Services will be Wednesday, March 29, at 2 p.m. at the Five Corners Church. Visitation will be 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, March 28 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Interment will be at the Bosworth Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home. _______________ Sandra R. Shearer Sandra Rae Shearer, 49, of Copemish, formerly of the Vermontville area, died May 16, 1995, at Munson Medical Center, Traverse City. Mrs. Shearer was born Sept. 14, 1945, in Lansing, the daughter of Raymond and Ada Mae (Friday) Derendinger. She attended Lansing Sexton High School and was a graduate of the Maple Valley Adult Education. She was employed by Cherry Growers, Traverse City, and was previously employed by H.P. Hood Co. in Dunedin, Fla. and the LARC Co. for the handicapped. She was the head coordinator for the volunteer fire department in Fanning Springs, Fla. She is survived by her husband, Allie "Bud"; four daughters, Laura (Randy) Johnson, Melody Schultz, Debra (Billy) Worden, and Marylee (LeeRay) Smith, all of Lansing; two sons, John (Michelle) Jones of Thompsonville and Michael Shearer of Lansing of Lansing; 23 grandchildren; one great- grandson; one sister, Shirley Hole of Vermontville; one niece, Barbara (Marty) Smith; and one nephew, Raymond Hole. She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Ada Derendinger, and one daughter, Betty Jo Shearer. Services were May 19 at the Vermontville Congregational Church with the Rev. Eric Lison officiating. Interment was in the Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. _______________ Lloyd G. Sheffield Lloyd George Sheffield, 66, of Williamston, formerly of Hickory Corners, died March 23, 1995, in Parker Manor, Williamston. Mr. Sheffield was born Oct. 28, 1928, in Jamestown, Ohio, the son of Lloyd and Lorene (Glass) Sheffield and moved to Hickory Corners at the age of three. He lived on Sheffield Road, named for his family, and attended the Kellogg Agricultural High School. He served with the United States Air National Guard from 1951-56. He married Joyce Dannington in 1957 and the marriage ended in divorce. He was a farmer for several years on the Leon Dunning farm and was also employed at Bill Wooks Tire Co. from 1968-90 and as an animal caretaker in the veterinary department at Michigan State University. He is survived by twin sons, David of Sacramento, Calif., and Danny of Fleetwood, Penn.; nine grandchildren; his mother, Lorene of Battle Creek; and three sisters, Joan Cary of Battle Creek, Jane Russell of Dowling, and Sandra Tack of Lacey. He was preceded in death by an infant son, Oscar in 1936, and his father, Lloyd, in 1966. Services were March 28 at the Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue, with the Rev. Ray Talmage officiating. Interment was in Hickory Cemetery, Hickory Corner. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association or Ingham County Hospice. _______________ Steve G. Shegitz Steve G. Shegitz, 44, of Charlotte died Feb. 5, 1995, suddenly at home of natural causes. Mr. Shegitz was born in Detroit, the son of Joseph and Nora (Zeremski) Shegitz. He served with the U.S. Army during the Vietnam Conflict. He was currently employed with All Green Lawn Care and had been the owner of Metro Turf Services for the past 10 years. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife, Elaine; two sons, Benjamin and Joshua, both at home; his parents, Joseph and Nora Shegitz of Coldwater; three brothers, Ronald (Dorothy) Shegitz of Montpelior, Ohio, Norma (Barbara) Shegitz of Lubbock, Texas, and Joseph (Beatrice) Shegitz of Swartz Creek; two sisters, Barbara (Robert) Higuera of Aurora, Colo., and Pamela (Arthur) Brown of Onsted; and nieces and nephews. Scripture services were Feb. 7 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, and funeral mass was Feb. 8 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Charlotte, with Father Thomas Nenneau as celebrant. Interment was in Benton Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Shegitz Childrens' Education Fund or St. Mary's Catholic School. _______________ Gerald L. Sheren Gerald LeRoy Sheren, 62, of Grand Ledge died Dec. 4, 1995, in Lansing. Mr. Sheren was born Sept. 22, 1933, in Eaton County. He had served in the United States Army. He was a self- employed contractor for 25 years and owned the Sheren Gulf Station and Sheren Brothers Excavating in Grand Ledge. He was a member of the Grand Ledge First Congregational Church. He is survived by his wife, A. Jean (Bursley); one daughter, Tresa (Rick) Bettis of West Minister, Colo.; three sons, Evan (Jill) Arrowsmith of Shawnee, Okla., Tim (Bev) Sheren of Marshall, and Jim (Robin) Sheren of Grand Ledge; eight grandchildren; one sister, Judy (Bill) Zomerman of Grand Ledge; two brothers, Duane (Jean) of Alburn Heights and Richard (Jacqueline) of Grand Ledge; and many nieces and nephews. Services were Dec. 8 at the Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge, with the Rev. John Baumgartner officiating. Interment was in the Oakwood Cemetery, Grand Ledge. Memorial contributions may be made to the Jerry Sheren Memorial Fund. _______________ Catherine B. Shereyk Catherine Belecki Shereyk, 92, of Vermontville, formerly of Chicago, Ill., died Sept. 17, 1995. Mrs. Shereyk was the daughter of Panco and Anna (Belecka) Belecki. She immigrated to the United States from Poland, arriving at Ellis Island in New York in 1921, and moved to Vermontville in 1982. She was known to many in the area as "grandma" and worked as a housekeeper and in custodial care for International Harvester for 30 years. She was affiliated with the St. Mary's Catholic Church Happy Years Club. She is survived by one daughter, Eva (Louis) Mix of Vermontville; two sons, Adam (Patricia) of Orland Park, Ill., and Ronald (Patricia) of Burbank, Ill.; 18 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Stephen in 1958, and two daughters, Stephanie Hussey in 1979 and Mary Schillaci in 1989. Rosary services are Wednesday, Sept. 20, at 7:30 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Funeral Mass is Thursday, Sept. 21, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Charlotte, with Father Thomas Nenneau officiating. Interment is in St. Nicholas Catholic Cemetery, Chicago, Ill. _______________ Alice A. Shilling Alice A. Shilling, 83, of Charlotte, formerly of Vermontville, died March 9, 1995. Mrs. Shilling was born in Aurora, Ill., the daughter of Lewis and Agnes (Dow) Hardy. She was employed at Forell's Canning and Sauerkraut Factory in the late 1940s and had been a 4-H leader for 13 years. She was a former member of the PIA Wetmore School, West Benton United Methodist Church, and Barry County Senior Citizens. She is survived by four daughters, Agnes (Marvin) Hill and Loretta (Bud) Pifer, both of Charlotte, Eva (Richard) Saylor of Mesick, and Connie (Willie) McDaniel of Hastings; one son, Myron (Celora) of Charlotte; 19 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; four brothers, Oliver Hardy of Arizona, Albert Hardy of Quincy, Herbert Hardy of Detroit, and Edward Hardy of Delton; and four sisters, Flora Frantz and Marion Simms, both of Battle Creek, Edna (Hubert) Shilling of Quincy, and Mildred Iaquanillo of Italy. She was preceded in death by her husband, Earl in 1967, and one sister, Clara Mahar in 1968. Services were March 13 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment was in the Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton County Medical Care Facility Activities Program. _______________ Asa G. Shores Asa G. Shores, 80, of Lakeland, Fla., formerly of Potterville, died Nov. 9, 1995, at his residence. Mr. Shores was born in Scott County, Mo., the son of Guy and Grace Belle (Hull) Shores. He was a tool engineer, affiliate and past master of the Potterville F&AM #367, past worthy patron of Potterville OES Chapter #413, a World War II veteran, serving with the U.S. Navy for 32 months, and attended Crystal Lake United Methodist Church, Lakeland. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Flora; three sons, Gerald (Toni) of Higgins Lake, Ronald (Rebecca) of California, and Martin of Potterville; six grandchildren, David, Jeffry, Robyn, and Douglas Shores, Sheri Dyer, and Pamela Latham; six great-grandchildren, Daniel and Allison Dyer, and Paul, David, Michael, and Burton Shores; two brothers, George (Jean) and Clif (Susan), both of California; and two brothers-in-law, Clair (Felly) Edson of Laingsburg and Ardon (Marie) Douglas of Lakeland. Services were Nov. 13 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Paul Bailey officiating. Interment was in the Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Lansing. Memorial contributions may be made to the Potterville UMC or Crystal Lake UMC in Lakeland. _______________ Sophia M. Shumaker Sophia M. Shumaker, 80, of Charlotte died March 26, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, after a short illness. Mrs. Shumaker was born at Thompsonville in Benzie County, the daughter of Fred and Katherine (Zorn) Knoepfle and had been a Charlotte resident since 1943. She was a 1933 graduate of Thompsonville High School and married Frederick Shumaker June 5, 1949. She was employed in the cafeteria of Charlotte Public Schools from 1966-79. She had been a member of the former Center Eaton United Methodist Church and attended the Shepherd Street United Brethren Church, Charlotte. She is survived by four daughters, Veronica (Loy) Nash and Melissa (Joe) Whitaker, both of Charlotte; Freida (Jeff) Newman of Deltonn, and Sally Pruitt of Port Oxford, Ore.; four sons, Charles (Carol) of Dearborn, David (Bethany) of Bellevue, and Alan (Carolyn) and Joseph, both of Charlotte; 25 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and three sisters-in-law. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frederick in 1989 and one daughter and son-in-law, Lila and Harold Ryan. Services were March 29 at the Shepherd Street United Brethren Church with the Rev. Richard Raab and the Rev. Harold Cherry officiating. Interment was in the Center Eaton Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Burkhead- Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Shepherd Street UBC or Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. _______________ Donald James Shuten Donald James Shuten, 52, of Charlotte died Jan. 29, 1995. Mr. Shuten was born in Monroe, the son of John and Melva (Sutphen) Shuten. He served in the U.S. Army from 1960-64 and was a self-employed carpenter. He is survived by his wife, Marjorie; three daughters, Penny (George) Radee of Charlotte, Winde (Steve) Sullivan of Gaylord, and Dawn Shuten of Sterling Heights; four sons, George (Michelle) May of Owosso, Gerald (May) of Oregon, Daniel (Robin) Shuten, and David Shuten both of Charlotte; 11 grandchildren; three brothers, Jack (Shirley) Shuten of Brethren, Fred (Claire) Shuten of Sterling Heights, and David (Sherry) Shuten of Royal Oak; five sisters, Betty Horn of Royal Oak, Joyce (Roy) Long of Hazel Park, Melva (Glenn) Stewart of Lapeer, Dorothy Killian of Sterling Heights, and Margie (Harlen) Linke of Manistee; and 36 nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Bill and Eugene. Services were Feb. 3 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Charles Moore officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Karl R. Sichler Karl R. Sichler, 57, of Charlotte died Sept. 24, 1995, at Golder Moments Adult Foster Care Home in Hastings. Mr. Sichler was born July 26, 1938, in Milford, Conn., the son of Clarence and Lilly (Stimson) Sichler. Most of his life was spent in the Orlando, Fla., area where he was a volunteer fireman and a member of the Orlando First Baptist Church. He was also a peacetime veteran. He is survived by his wife, Nancy; two daughters, Carol Smith, and Denise Sichler, both of Melbourne, Fla.; step- children, Danny Cook of Curtis, Dennis and David Cook both of Nashville, Diane Cantu of Ft. Wayne, Ind., and Doreen Fey of Merritt Island, Fla.; 24 grandchildren; three brothers, Clarence of Sun City, Ariz., and Roland and Roger both of Orlando, Fla., and three sisters, Lily Linpinski of Delron, N.J., Audry Dilks of Orlando, Fla., and Loriane Faulkner of Christmas, Fla. He was preceded in death by his parents. Services were Sept. 30 at the Peace United Methodist Church at Barryville, with the Pastor Ron Horn officiating. Interment of cremains was at Barryville Cemetery. Arrangements were made by Barker-Leik Funeral Home, Mulliken. _______________ Leona M. Sinclair Leona M. Sinclair, 79, of Olivet died May 6, 1995, as the result of an automobile accident. Mrs. Sinclair was born in Waterloo, Iowa, the daughter of John and Anna (Moeller) Poock and had been an Olivet area resident since 1947, coming from Battle Creek. She had been employed for 12 years at the Charlotte Chair Co. and the former Dewey's Coffee Corner in Charlotte. She was a member of the First Lutheran Church, Charlotte, and its Elizabeth Guild. She is survived by two daughters, Nancy (Jack) Gyger of Charlotte and Elaine (Kevin) Epler of Benson, Ariz.; three sons, Glen (Joan) of Bellevue and Duane and Alan (Jackie), both of Olivet; 19 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; one sister, Mildred Lechner of Cedar Falls, Iowa; and one brother, Arnold Poock of Monticello, Iowa. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald June 5, 1994, three daughters, Dianne, Linda, and Suzanne, one son, Larry, and one brother, Melvin Poock. Visitation is Tuesday, May 9, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. Services are Wednesday, May 10, at 11 a.m. at the First Lutheran Church with Pastor John Bookshaw officiating. Interment is in the Bosworth Cemetery near Olivet. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Lutheran Church. _______________ Carroll A. Slayton Carroll Austin Slayton, 75, of Eaton Rapids, died Dec. 23, 1995. Mr. Slayton was an Army Air Force Veteran of World War II, a retired supervisor for the State of Michigan Department of Agriculture, and a member of the Robbins United Methodist Church, Eaton Rapids. He is survived by three sons, Kenneth (Linda) of Eaton Rapids, James (Vicki) of Holley, and David (Jodie) of Eaton Rapids; nine grandchildren, James, Barbara, Kendra, Christina, Cortney, Bethany, Kayla, Janessa, and Robert Austin Slayton; two brothers, Maurice of Grand Rapids, and Ray (Phyllis) of Belding; one sister, Iris (Al) Bennett of Comstock Park; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marian, in 1992; one son, Robert, at the age of five in 1955; and his parents, Frank and Gladys Slayton. Services were Dec. 27 at the Robbins United Methodist Church in rural Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. James Mitchum officiating. Interment was in the River Ridge Cemetery, Belding. Arrangements were made by the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the Robbins United Methodist Church, Eaton Rapids. _______________ Richard M. Sleater Richard M. Sleater, 68, of Charlotte died July 3, 1995. Mr. Sleater was born Aug. 10, 1926, in Mackinaw City, the son of Richard B. and Hazel "Pat" (Murray) Sleater. He resided in Charlotte most of his life. He retired from the State of Michigan as an educator and served in World War II and the Korean Conflict. He retired as a Lt. Col. From the U.S. Army Active Reserve. Surviving are his wife, Else A.; a son, Raymond (Ellen) of Coppell, Texas; two daughters, Jacqueline (Dr. Larry) Sharp of Aledo, Texas, and Kimberly (Dr. Ranato) Gonzales of Adrian; and three grandchildren, Taylor, Connor, and Ryan Sharp. Grandson Jacob Richard Sleater preceded in death. There will be a private memorial service at Maple Hill Cemetery with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. His remains will be intered at Arlington National Cemetery and Maple Hill Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Lawrence Ave. United Methodist Church or the Salvation Army in his memory. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Anna Smith Anna Smith, 76, of Nashville died July 30, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mrs. Smith was born April 22, 1919, in Charlotte, the daughter of Floid and Grace (Ervay) Blodgett. She was an assembler at Wilcox-Gay during World War II. She married Edgar Smith Jan. 1, 1947, in Charlotte and the couple farmed in Vermontville for many years. She had attended the Kilpatrick Evangelical United Brethren Church, Woodland, and People's Bible Church, Nashville, and presently attended the Church of the Nazarene of Nashville. She is survived by her husband, Edgar; two sons, Phillip (Vicki) of Charlotte and Harold of Gregory; three daughters, Dorothy (Jack) Marko of St. Charles, Janet (John) Crawford of Lake Odessa, and Virginia (Bernard) Yeaw of Grand Rapids; five grandchildren, Cindy and Sarah Marko, Debbie (Chris) Ogle, and John and Jeff Crawford; one great-grandson, Dylan Weeks; two brothers, Ernest (Esther) Blodgett and Kenneth (Esther) Blodgett, both of Charlotte; two sisters, Bernice Wheeler of Bellevue and Alice Blodgett of Charlotte; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Elizabeth; infant son, Norman; one brother, Elwood Blodgett; and one sister, Mary Blodgett. Visitation is Tuesday, Aug. 1, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. Services are Wednesday, Aug. 2, at 1 p.m. at the Church of the Nazarene, Nashvile, with the Rev. Alan Mettler officiating. Interment is in the Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Habitat for Humanity or Gideons International. _______________ Kenneth P. Smith Kenneth P. Smith, 68, of Charlotte died Jan. 11, 1995, at his residence. Mr. Smith was born in Shepherd, the son of Purl and Elsie (Teachworth) Smith. He served with the U.S. Army during World War II. After being discharged, he owned and operated his own contruction company, then became a supervisor at Oldsmobile, retiring in 1980. He is survived by his wife, Donna; one son, Steve (Jeanette) of Charlotte; two daughters, Calise (Eddy) Shepherd of Charlotte and Carol (Charles) Shumaker of Dearborn; seven grandchildren; and one sister, Gladys Martin of Mount Pleasant. Services were Jan 14 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment was in the West Carmel Cemetery. _______________ Max R. Snyder Max R. Snyder, 51, of Nashville died May 3, 1995, at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. Mr. Snyder was born Sept. 24, 1943, in Hastings, the son of Max and Wanda (Converse) Snyder. He graduated from Nashville High School and married Linda Russell Oct. 6, 1979, in Nashville. He was employed at Tru Mark Company, Lansing, as a die setter and previously worked at Diamond Reo, Lansing, and Hoover Universal, Charlotte. He is survived by his wife, Linda; two daughters, Jody Dunn and Michelle Ellis, both of Palatka, Fla.; one son, Robbie of Charlotte; seven grandchildren; his mother, Wanda Snyder of Nashville; one brother, Michael (Ruth) Snyder of Holt; and two nieces, Dana and Lynette Snyder. He was preceded in death by his father, Max and stepson, Jack Main. Graveside services were May 6 at the Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice. _______________ John A. Southward John A. Southward, 77, of Charlotte died April 29, 1995, at his home after an extended illness. Mr. Southward was born in Brookfield Township, Eaton County, the son of Earl and Melita (Wight) Southward and was a lifelong area resident. He had been employed by Eaton Stamping Co., Eaton Rapids, retiring in 1980 after 22 years of service. More recently, he had been employed by Linn Products, Charlotte, for 10 years. He restored antique John Deere tractors and he and his grandson, Thad, were members of the Sunfield Antique Tractor Pulling Club. He is susvived by his wife, Doris (Moon); one daughter, Jean Ann (Lester) Lake of Charlotte; one son, Dennis of Eaton Rapids; six grandchildren; two great-granddaughters; and two brothers, Edward (Dorothy) of St. Johns and Joe (Jane) of Olivet. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Janet Colburn in 1985, two sisters, Theresa Wood and Laura Reefman, and one brother, Francis. Services are Tuesday, May 2, at 2 p.m. at the Burkhead- Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Richard Raab officiating. Interment is in the Perry Cemetery, Brookfield Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Delpha M. Spencer Delpha M. (Stair) Spencer, 76, of Potterville, died unexpectedly March 11, 1995, at a Lansing hospital. Mrs. Spencer was born May 10, 1918, in Danby Township, the daughter of Fred and Pearl (Lyon) Reed. She was a life member of the Charlotte Eagles Auxiliary #3552, a member of the Potterville VFW Auxiliary #6034, and attended Lakewood United Methodist Church. She is survived by her husband, T.J. "Jim" Spencer, whom she married June 5, 1994; one son, Donald (Joyce) Root of Mulliken; three step-children, Miriam Hulett of Kentwood, Lewana Hinton of Ft. Wayne, Ind., and James Spender of St. Louis, Mo.; 13 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; one aunt, Mildred Hart of Grand Ledge; and cousins. She was preceded in death by her first husband, John Stair in 1980 and her son, Robert Root in 1994. Services were March 14 at the Barker-Leik Funeral Home, Mulliken, with the Pastor Ward Pierce officiating. Interment was in Danby Cemetery. _______________ Carol S. Spotts Carol Stratton Spotts, 70, of Charlotte died Aug. 30, 1995, in Eaton Rapids. Mrs. Spotts was born in Cleveland, Ohio, Dec. 20, 1924. She served with the United States Marine corps during World War II and was a member of the St. John's Episcopal Church and Charlotte Country Club. She is survived by her husband, Robert; one daughter, Cindy (Stephen) Lowing of North Muskegon; two sons, Randall of Charlotte and Bradley (Carey) of Sarasota, Fla.; five grandchildren; one brother, Melvin Howitt of Painesville, Ohio; and one sister, Gayle Stewart of Toledo, Ohio. Services are Saturday, Sept. 2, at 11 a.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Interment is in Maple Hill Cemetery. _______________ Maybelle A. Sprinkle Maybelle A. Sprinkle, 90, of Eaton Rapids died April 2, 1995. Mrs. Sprinkle was born Aug. 4, 1904, in Charlotte, the daughter of Bertrand and Mary Young. She was a wife, mother, cellist, business woman, teacher, and grandmother. She began her teaching career in Grant after graduating from Olivet College in 1927. She married and lived in Eaton Rapids where she and her husband, Carl, established the Sprinkle Insurance Agency. She later taught junior high English in the Eaton Rapids Public Schools. She was a lifelong member of the United Methodist Church and active in its women's auxiliary and United Methodist Women. She is survived by two daughters, Barbara (Phillip) Wood of New Jersey and Linda (Joseph) Jaglois of Grosse Point; one son, Carleton (Marilyn) of Olivet; one sister, Louise (Charles) Smith of Eaton Rapids; six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Services were April 6 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Thomas Evans officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church, Eaton Rapids. _______________ Wesley G. Stadel Wesley Glenn Stadel, 89, of Charlotte died March 23, 1995, at Moore's Adult Foster Care Home, Charlotte. Mr. Stadel was born in Freeport, the son of Warren and Jessie (Helmer) Stadel. He owned and operated his own farm. He is survived by two daughters, Dorotha (John) Franks and Glenda (Charles) Filbert, both of Charlotte; one son, Richard (Judy) of Charlotte; five grandchildren; 10 great- grandchildren; and one sister, Audra Williamston of Florida. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth, and three grandsons. Services were March 25 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Charles Moore officiating. Interment was in the Rose Hill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. _______________ Mary Jane Stahl Mary Jane Stahl, 69, of Charlotte died Oct. 6, 1995, at the Carriage Inn Convalescent Center, Coldwater. Mrs. Stahl was born July 16, 1926, in Charlotte, the daughter of Raymond and Carrie (Pease) Messmier. She married Robert Stahl in January 1975. She grew up in the Jackson area and had lived the last 14 years in Charlotte. She was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Jackson, where she had been president of the Women's and Alter guilds. She is survived by one son, Jerry (Dolores) Wade of Coldwater; two stepdaughters, Mary Stahl and Lusanne Adamczyk, both of Napoleon; three stepsons, Robert Stahl, Don Stahl, and Barry Stahl, all of Napoleon; and three grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert in 1980, and one brother. Graveside services are Saturday, Oct. 14, at 2 p.m. at the Roseland Memorial Gardens, Jackson, with the Rev. Milton Austin officiating. Arrangements were made by the Putnam Funeral Home, Coldwater. _______________ Mary M. Stanke Mary M. Stanke, 63, of Charlotte died Feb. 12, 1995. Mrs. Stanke was born in Eaton Rapids, the daughter of William and Minnie (Bateman) Clarke. She was a member of the Eaton County Farm Bureau Womens Group, Thornapple Specials Community Action Group, and Gresham United Methodist Church. She is survived by her husband, Raymond; two sons, Lynn (Cindy) Stanke, and Tom Stanke, all of Charlotte; one daughter, Bonnie (Peter) Raut of Syracuse, N.Y.; four grandchildren; two sisters, Aletha Clarke, and Lita (Sam) Gillette all of Eaton Rapids; two brothers, James (Dorothy) Clarke of Onondaga, and Herbert (Shirley) of Port Sanilac; and many nieces and nephews. Services were Feb. 16 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Lambert McClintic officiating. _______________ Renee L. Starkweather Renee Loraine Starkweather, 22, of Ionia, formerly of Grand Ledge, died Jan. 12, 1995, in Ionia. She is survived by her daughter, Champagne Loraine; father, Donald Starkweather of Lansing; mother, Gay Starkweather of Charlotte; brother, David Starkweather of Grand Ledge; sister, Krista Starkweather of Ionia; grandmother, Maxine Starkweather of Grand Ledge; and aunts, uncles, and cousins. Services were held Jan. 16, at the Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge, with Pastor William "Bill" Amundsen of First United Methodist Church of Grand Ledge officiating. Interment followed at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Contributions may be made to the Epilepsy Center of Michigan, 3800 Woodward, Detroit, MI 48201-2086. _______________ Jet Steele Jet Steele; 84; of Charlotte, died Jan. 12, 1995. Mrs. Steele was born in Delt Township, Eaton County, the daughter of John and Anna Devine. She is survived by one son, Richard (Betty) of Marshall; one grandson, Jeffrey Steele of Albion; one granddaughter, Nicole Steele of Kalamzoo; and one great-grandson, Jacob Steele of Albion. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gordon Jan. 16, 1980. Services were Jan. 14 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. John Buker officiating. Interment was in the Benton Township Cemetery. _______________ Norma J. Stendel Norma Jean Stendel, 48, of Sunfield died April 21, 1995. Mrs. Stendel was born May 30, 1946, in Ypsilanti, the daughter of LeRoy and Augusta Ellen (Jones) Riley. She was employed by Lowell Engineering of Alto, and was a long term member of the First Baptist Church of Sebewa. She is survived by one daughter, Kathleen (Monte) Ferguson of Grand Rapids; one son, Duane Stendel of Grand Rapids; her mother, Augusta Riley of East Lake; two sisters, Patricia (Theodore) Molisky, and Nora Jankowski; two brothers, David and Michael Riley; and her late husbands parents, Charles and Lenore Stendel. She was preceded in death by her father, Roy Riley, March 1985, and her husband, Roger Stendel, Sept. 9, 1994. Services were April 27 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes- Fisher Chapel, Sunfield, with the Rev. Richard Cross of the First Baptist Church of Sebewa officiating. The pallbearers were Donald Overholt, Kevin Overholt, Robin Richards, Donald Sleeman, Scott Smith, and Ralph Thelen. Interment was in the West Sebewa Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church of Sebewa. _______________ Helen V. Stephens Helen Virginia Stephens, 76, of East Lansing died March 17, 1995, at the East Lansing Health Care Center. Mrs. Stephens was born in Detroit, the daughter of Frank and Nettie (Mitchell) Marsh. She was a secretary in the Secretary of State Department for the state of Michigan. She is survived by three sons, Robert of Lancaster, Penn., Gary (Faith) of Eaton Rapids, and Ken (Janet) of Madison Heights; and four grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two sons, Frank in 1949 and Allen at birth and two grandchildren. Services were Tuesday, March 21, at 10:30 a.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Pastor Mel Crowley officiating. Interment is in the Onondaga Cemetery. _______________ Esther V. Stewart Esther Virginia Stewart, 71, of Charlotte died Jan. 12, 1995. Mrs. Stewart was born in Colon, the daughter of Carl and Sara (Kinney) Teadt. She was a home decorator for Blue Diamond Lumber Co.'s kitchen and bath shop in Battle Creek until 1974. She is survived by her husband, James; two daughters, Marcia (Rob) Weiss of Charlotte and Amy Rosa of Battle Creek; one granddaughter, Heather Weiss ; three sisters, Ella Ann West of Wharton, Texas, Evelyn Burchard of Harvard, Ill., and Edna Coville of Coldwater; two brothers, Earl (Wilda) Teadt of Kalamazoo and Carl (Ruth) Teadt of Baldwin; two stepsons, James (Marion) Stewart and Gregory Stewart; one stepdaughter, Carol (Neil) Segerdahl of Kalamazoo; and three stepgranddaughters, Sarah, Mary, and Brooke Segerdahl. Services were Jan. 14 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Peter Brenner officiating. Interment was in the Mt. Ever-Rest Cemetery. Kalamazoo. _______________ Jay L. Stewart Jay Lee Stewart, 29, of Charlotte died Oct. 5, 1995, as the resulf of an industrial accident. Mr. Stewart was born in Lansing Feb. 19, 1966, the son of Jimmy and Wanda (Brininstool) Stewart. He was a 1985 graduate of Charlotte High School. He was a press operator for Linn Products, Charlotte. He was a member of the Sons of American Legion Post #42 and served nine years with National Guard 1430th Engineer Co. of Ft. Custer. He was survived by his wife, Laura; three daughters, Melissa, Mercedes, and Maggie; three brothers, Kim of Charlotte, Jimmy Lea (Louise) of Mason, and Joe Lee of Lansing; two sisters, Karla (Randy) Ettinger of Olivet and Barbara (Joe) DenHerder of Charlotte; his parents, Jimmy and Wanda Stewart of Charlotte; his grandmother, Gladys Stewart of Charlotte; and 15 nieces and nephews. Services were Oct. 9 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Charles Jenson officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte, with military honors. Memorial contributions may be made to the Jay Stewart Children's Memorial Fund. _______________ Joseph A. Stornant Joseph Andrew Stornant, 63, of Charlotte died April 21, 1995, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing. Mr. Stornant was born in Detroit. He was employed by Team One as a wrecker driver, in the paint shop, and automobile department. He was affiliated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Holt. He is survived by his wife, Sandra; four daughters, Jeannett (Willard) Lonyo of Charlotte, Debbie (Warren) Mast of Sunfield, Theresa (David) Baker of Eaton Rapids, and Gina (Joe) Gillian of Potterville; one stepdaughter, Ruby Howard of Charlotte; two stepsons, LeRoy Engle of Concord and Timothy Engle of Charlotte; and nine grandsons. Services were April 24 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Mormon Bishop Dean Fitches officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Ben P. Stratton Ben P. Stratton, 78, of Lansing died Nov. 27, 1995. Mr. Stratton was born June 30, 1917. He was a 1935 graduate of Lansing Central High School; earned a bachelor of arts degree from Aquinas College in Grand Rapids; member of St. Gerard Catholic Church for 28 years; served in the United States Army for five years during World War II from 1941 to 1946. His overseas service included stations in England, Fance, Belgium and Germany, including Berlin, and he was discharged as a major. He was an insurance agent for 45 years; past president of the Lansing Association of Insurance Agents; member of the Lansing Kiwanis Club for 43 years; and was a sustaining member of the YMCA. Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Saralyn; two daughters, Gail (Terry) Walsh of Lansing and Linda (Bill) Cheeseman of East Lansing; two sons, Michael (Susan) Stratton of Grand Ledge and Tom (Melody) Stratton of Lansing; 12 grandchildren, Terry Jr. (Shari) Walsh, Chris Walsh, Bridget, Amaryllis, Colette, William, Ben, Daisy, and Betsy Cheeseman, Maggie Stratton, Ronnie, Samantha and Travis Stratton; and one great-grandson, Cheyenne Walsh. He was preceded in death by his father, John Wilbur Stratton, in 1932; his mother, Elizabeth Stratton, in 1961; and two brothers, Lewis Stsratton, in 1971, and John Waite Stsratton, in 1979. Services were held Nov. 30 at St. Gerard Catholic Church with Rev. Sylvester Fedewa officiating. Arrangements were handled by the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel, where scripture services were offered by Rev. Brendan Walsh. Contributions may be made to the Lansing Kiwanis Endowment fund, P.O. Box 19129, Lansing MI 48901-9129, or to the Hospice of Lansing, Inc., 6035 Executive Drive, Lansing MI 48911. _______________ Juliette B. Stucky Juliette B. Stucky, 99, of East Lansing died May 6, 1995, at Burcham Hills Retirement Center. Mrs. Stucky was born Sept. 19, 1895, the daughter of Dr. Harry Bartholomew and Margaret (Cahill) Bartholomew. She graduated from the University of Chicago and was a staff member of the Michigan Department of Health Biological Laboratory and the Michigan State Library. She was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, the U and I Club, and the Lansing Woman's Club. She volunteered with the American Red Cross, the Campfire Girls, and the Greater Lansing Historical Society. Mrs. Stucky lived in Charlotte for 12 years where she was a member of St. John's Episcopal Church. She is survived by three daughters, Juliette (Jack) Foster, Susan (Mark) Griffin, and Betsy (Hale) Harrington; one son, George Stucky Jr.; and more than 30 grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Stucky, M.D., and one son, Harry Stucky. Services were May 13 at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Lansing. Memorial contributions may be made to the Greater Lansing Historical Society, the American Red Cross, or a charity of one's choice. _______________ Ina T. Sumerix Ina Theloma Sumerix, 90, of Charlotte died April 14, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mrs. Sumerix was born in Brookfield Township, Eaton County, the daughter of Alva and Grace (Buckland) Baker. She was general clerk for the Secretary of State for 10 years. She is survived by one son, Lyle (Barbara) of Buchanan; two daughters, Joyce Morgan of Charlotte and Marilyn (Charles) Rutter of Olivet; one son-in-law, Harold Ross of St. Louis; and one daughter-in-law, Joan Sumerix of New Port Richey, Fla.; 18 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry, in 1955, one daughter, Betty Ross in 1985, and one son, Harry in 1991. Services were April 17 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Gerald Slivensky officiating. Interment was in the Oakwood Cemetery, Hamlin Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Eaton Community Hospice, or American Cancer Society. _______________ Julia E. Summer Julia E. Summer, 77, of Charlotte died Feb. 17, 1995. Mrs. Summer was born in Finley, Ohio, the daughter of Frank and Inez (Cole) Rock. She was an inspector for Barley-Earhart Co. and a member of the Charlotte Free Methodist Church. She is survived by two daughters, Sherry (Harry) Dixon of Andrews, Texas, and Carol Ann (Robert) Dane of Charlotte; two sons, Timothy (Joyce) of Charlote and James (Cindy) of Dunbar, Wis.; 14 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur in 1972. Services are Tuesday, Feb. 21, at 1 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Interment is in the Perry Cemetery. _______________ Arlene Sussex Arlene (Yonkoski) Sussex, 39, died Sept. 3, 1995, of cancer. Mrs. Sussex was an active member of Queen's Parish, Jackson. She had earned graduated and undergraduate degrees from Michigan State University and was a teacher in the Eaton Intermediate School District. She had previously been employed at Mercy, Foote, and Doctors' hospitals, Jackson. She is survived by her husband of 16 years, Tom; two daughters, Linda and Jenny; her parents, Phil and Esther Yonkoski of St. Clair Shores; one brother, Ron (Debbie) Yonkoski; three sisters, Maryann (Tom) Leeds and Sandy (Jim) LeFevre; her grandmother, Mary Byers; and 14 nieces and nephews. Services were Sept. 6 at Queen of the Miraculous Medal Church, Jackson, with the Rev. Thomas Finely officiating. Interment was in St. John's Cemetery, Jackson. Arrangements were made by the Desnoyer Funeral Home, Jackson. _______________ Viola M. Swift Viola Marie Swift, 82, of Charlotte, died May 16, 1995, in Lansing. Mrs. Swift was born in Greenville, the daughter of Nels and Matilda Anderson. She and her husband owned and operated Lake Pump Tavern for 15 years in Lake Odessa and she had been a waitress at the Sportsman Tavern. She is survived by her sons, Larry of Charlotte, Vance (Virginia) of St. Johns, and Robert (Sue) of Nashville; a sister-in-law, Norma Gaut of Charlotte; and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence, in April 1992. Services were May 18 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Pastor John Bookshaw officiating. Interment was in Kalamo Cemetery. _______________ Israel R. Tamez Israel Rojas Tamez, 65, of Charlotte died May 13, 1995, at Alvarado Hospital, San Diego, Calif. Mr. Tamez was born in Pharr, Texas, the son of Porsirio and Virginia (Rojas) Tamez. He was a custodian for the Lansing Sexton Public Schools until his retirement. He is survived by his wife, Jobita; four daughters, Mary Fisher and Irene (David) Campbell, both of Charlotte, Irma (Chris) Guerra of San Diego, and Ilda (Stephen) Williams of Holt; one son, Michael Israel Rojas (Kimberly) Jr. of Charlotte; 13 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Funeral Mass was celebrated May 18 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Charlotte, with Fr. Thomas Nenneau as celebrant. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ James R. Taylor James R. Taylor, 63, of Normal, Ill., died Oct. 25, 1995 at BroMenn Regional Medical Center. Mr. Taylor was born in Charlotte, the son of Clarence and Bernice (Towe) Taylor. He married Margene Roberts Sept. 22, 1956, in Woodland. He had been the police chief in Normal since 1986. He was awarded the Governor's Award of Excellence in Law Enforcement in 1994. He successfully guided the Normal Police Department toward accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies in July 1994. He also was police chief of Eaton Rapids from 1964-67 and an Eaton county Sheriff's Deputy from 1960-64. He is survived by his wife, Margene; one daughter, Vicki Schmidt of Sutherland, Va.; two sons, Gregory and Matthew both of Des Plaines, Ill.; one sister, Joyce Zona of Eaton Rapids; two brothers, Don of Charlotte and Allan of Sturgis; one son-in-law, John Schmidt Jr. of Sutherland, Va.; and two grandchildren, John Schmidt III and Jessica Schmidt. He was preceded in death by his parents; and two sons, James Jr. and Jeffery. Services were Nov. 4 at St. John's Lutheran Church, Bloomington, Ill., with the Rev. Christine Erdmann, and the Rev. Dave Burgess officiating. Arrangements were made by East Lawn Funeral Home, Bloomington. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association for research into interstitial fibrosis. _______________ William H. Thayer William H. Thayer, 64, of Aurelius died Sept. 18, 1995, at the Metropolitan Hospital in Grand Rapids. Mr. Thayer was born March 28, 1931, in Aurelius Township, the son of Frank and Rebecca (Thornton) Thayer. He was a member of the Aurelius Baptist Church, a member of the F&AM Lodge #63 Eaton Rapids, and was an Army Air Corp Veteran. He was a retired farmer and retired owner and operator of Thayer T.V. Service. He is survived by his wife, Jeanette; four daughters, Dianna (Bob) Zimmer of Mason, Connie (Larry) Hartwick of Mason, Sheila (Gary) Raymond of Mason, and Billie Thayer of Lansing; six grandchildren, Stephen and Christa Otis, Nichole and Katherine Hartwick, Megan and Dana Raymond; one brother, Al (Beatrice) Thayer of Lansing; and several nieces and nephews. Services were Sept. 22 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids; with the Rev. Steven Aikin officiating. Masonic memorial services were Sept. 21 conducted by the F&AM Lodge #63. Military graveside services were conducted by the American Legion Harold Teeter Post #15 Eaton Rapids at the Greenwood Cemetery in Aurelius following the service. _______________ Arthur D. Thomas Arthur Dale Thomas, 86, of Longwood, Fla., formerly of Charlotte, died Feb. 2, 1995, in Longwood. Mr. Thomas was born Oct. 6, 1908, in Charlotte. He worked for Shaull and Church in the grocery business until 1947 when he purchased his own business, Thomas' Grocery Store in Charlotte. In 1959 be began to sell real estate for VanSickle Realty of Charlotte and had also worked for Sunny Realty in Birmingham, Ala., for 13 years. He is survived by his wife of nearly 65 years, Gladys; two daughters, Anita Ratliff of Altamore Springs, Fla. and Janet (Gordon) Weidemann of Hendersonville, N.C.; two sons, Jim (Charlene) Thomas of Taverares, Fla. and Dennis Thomas of Pensacola, Fla.; one half-sister, Bernice Schultz, of Grand Rapids; eight grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Neida Greek. Services were Feb. 4 in Florida. Memorial contributions may be made to the Visiting Nurses' "Patient Needs Fund," Attention: Barbara Pratt, 600 Courtland St., Orlando, Fla. 32804. _______________ Bernice M. Thompson Bernice Marie Thompson, 86, of Charlotte died Oct. 21, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mrs. Thompson was the daughter of Sheridan and Gertrude (Phillips) Ball. She received her teachers certificatioin from Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo. She was a country school teacher for 37 years, including Spaulding, Perkey, West Benton, and Quantrell schools. She is survived by one daughter, Lois Thompson of Bakersfield, Calif.; one cousins, Gordon Peltier of Florida; one sister-in-law, Virginia (Don) VanIttersum of Sylvania, Ohio; three nieces, Marian (Charles) Weaver of Charlotte, Barbara (Theo) Cross of Pentwater, and Joan Loughan of Charlotte; and two great nieces, Cynthia Loughan of Charlotte and Jackie Titus of Mackinaw City. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ferris, in 1968 and one brother, Walter Ball. Services were Oct. 25 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment was in the Benton Township Cemetery, Potterville. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Alzheimer's Association. _______________ Lyle D. Thompson Lyle D. Thompson, 83, of Charlotte died Sept. 9, 1995, at the Michigan Capital Medical Center, Greenlawn Campus, Lansing, after an extended illness. Mr. Thompson was born in Lansing, the son of Alan and Bessie (Russ) Thompson and had been a lifelond Charlotte resident. He was the former owner of Goldie's Motel in Charlotte, retiring in 1979. He is survived by his wife, Eloise (Stevens) Thompson; one brother, Richard (Tammy) of Charlotte; and several nieces and nephews. Services are Tuesday, Sept. 12, at 2 p.m. at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with Pastor Marc Livingsston officiating. Interment is in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Chester Gospel Church or Camp Ao-Wa-Kiya. _______________ Virgil Thorndyke Virgil Thorndyke, 73, of Olivet died May 31, 1995, at her residence after an extended illness. Mr. Thorndyke was born at Marilla, Manistee County, the son of Clarence and Dolly (Casselman) Thorndyke and had been an Olivet resident since 1964. He was a World War II Air Force veteran, a semi-truck driver for Yellow Freight Lines, retiring Dec. 31, 1983, after 34 years of service, a member of Teamsters Local #71, Charlotte, N.C., and a charter member of the former Olivet American Legion Post. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Jean (DeVine); four sons, James (Donna) of Hamilton, Ind., John (Kay) of Marshall, and Jay (Jeanne) and Jed (Sonia), both of Bellevue; three daughters, JoAnn (Gary) Chapman of Mooresville, N.C., Jacalyn Thorndyke of Ann Arbor, and Jill (Paul) Deskins of Battle Creek; 17 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; his mother, Dolly Scott of Marshall; and one brother, Marvin Benjamin of Marshall. Cremation has taken place. There were no serives. Arrangements were made by the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Kidney Dialysis Crosstown Unit, Bronson Methodist Hospital, Kalamazoo, or the Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Bernadine Thornton Bernadine (Hammond) Thornton, 67, of Charlotte died April 11, 1995, at her residence following an extended illness. Mrs. Thornton was born in Lansing, the daughter of Archie and Flossie (Savage) Hammond and had been a lifelong Lansing and Charlotte area resident. She had been an employee of the former Wilcox-Gay in Charlotte. She is survived by two daughters, Bonnie Bennett of Lansing and Pamela Wood of Muskegon; one son, Stanley (Dawn) of Charlotte; five grandchildren; one sister, Margery VanVleet of Charlotte; four brothers, Archie Hammond and Floyd Hammond, both of Charlotte, Edward Hammond of Port Charlotte, Fla., and Ronald Hammond of Virginia; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Wayne in 1971, and one brother, William. Services were April 18 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with Pastor Mark Woodbury officiating. Interment is in East Lawn Memory Gardens, Okemos. _______________ Daisie E. Totems Daisie Eileen (Maisie) Totems, 80, of Lansing died Aug. 30, 1995, of Alzheimer's Disease. Mrs. Totems was born May 30, 1915, in Charlotte, the daughter of Ethel and Frank Tracy. She was a Lansing resident for the past 17 years and had previously resided in Newaygo. She was a homemaker. She is survived by her daughter, Patricia Grundstrom; daughter and son-in-law, Bonnie and Paul Rearick, and daughter and son-in-law, Carol (Sue) and Charles Medler; grandchildren, Trace Grundstrom, Patrick Grundstrom, Douglas and Carol Rrearick, Sharon Rearick, Cynthia and James McCormick II, and Catherine Medler; great-granchildren, Katie Rearick and James McCormick III; one sister, Audree Burt; one sister-in-law, June Tracy; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Norris, in 1977. Services were Sept. 2 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Interment was in the West Haven Cemetery, north of Owosso. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation. _______________ Buryl E. Townsend Buryl E. Townsend, 75, of Nashville died Jan. 13, 1995, at the Battle Creek Health System, Leila Site. Mr. Townsend was born May 14, 1919, in Woodland Township, Barry County, the son of Harley and Nellie (Teeter) Townsend. He attended Woodland Schools and married Alberta Furlong Jan. 4, 1944, in Nashville. He served in the Army during World War II. He had been a farmer and worked at Prescott Farm Equipment, Vermontville, E.W. Bliss in Hastings, Debler Implement Sales, Mulliken as a mechanic, and for the Maple Valley School as transportation supervisor, bus driver, and custodian. He was a member of the American Legion Hastings post, Nashville United Methodist Church, and was a 4-H leader. He is survived by his wife, Alberta; one daughter, Joan (Wayne) Rumsey of Nashville; eight grandchildren; 14 great- grandchildren; his mother-in-law, Leila Furlong of Nashville; two brothers, Charles (Edna) and John; and one sister, Mary White. He was preceded in death by one brother, Dale, his parents, the Rev. Harley and Nellie Townsend, and an infant grandson. Services are Wednesday, Jan. 18, at 1 p.m. at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Nashville Ambulance Service or Nashville UMC Building Fund. _______________ Donald R. Towsley Sr. Donald Rex Towsley Sr., 64, of Duck Lake died Oct. 22, 1995, at the Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo. Mr. Towsley was born Jan. 20, 1931, in Lansing, the son of Hobert and Osie (Kelly) Towsley. He was raised most of his life in Charlotte, and was a retired machinist for M.N.R. Tool and Engineering in Olivet. He managed ball clubs from the Rice Creek Recreational area and "Dusty's" had won three state titles and appeared at five national events. He was a member of Loyal Order of Moose Lodge #676 in Marshall. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Darline "Dusty" of Duck Lake; four children, Kevin and Jennifer of Narrow Lake; Kelly and Tim Morrow of Eaton Rapids, Crystal and Chuck Martin, and D. Rex and Melissa all of Duck Lake; 11 grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter. Services were Oct. 25 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Interment was in the Clarence Center Cemetery at Duck Lake. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. _______________ Florence E. Treat Florence E. Treat, 78, of Bellevue died Jan. 21, 1995, at her residence. Mrs. Treat was born May 4, 1916, the daughter of David and Mabel (Hyde) Jones, in Pennfield Township and graduated from Battle Creek Central High School in 1934. Her first husband, Ward Williams, died in 1949. She then married William Treat who died March 26, 1963. She was the head dietitian for Bellevue Schools for 20 years until retiring in 1982. She is survived by two sons, Kenneth Williams of Kalkaska and James Treat of Bellevue; one stepdaughter, Jean Holt of Onekama; one brother, David Jones of Pennfield; two sisters, Alice Putman of Bedford Township and Gladys Elliott of Fairfield Glade, Tenn.; seven grandchildren; two great- grandchildren; and five step-grandchildren. In addition to her two husbands, she was preceded in death by her parents, two sons, Floyd Williams and John Williams, one stepson, William Treat Jr., one brother, Floyd Jones, and three sisters, Ora Jones, Dorothy Green, and Polly Zemke. Services were Jan. 24 at the Bellevue First Baptist Church with the Rev. Donald Francis officiating. Interment was in Riverside Cemetery, Bellevue. Arrangements were made by the Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue. Memorial contributions may be made to the Visiting Nurse Services of Southern Michigan. _______________ Jack D. Vaillancourt Jack D. Vaillancourt, 53, of Eaton Rapids died Oct. 5, 1995, in Eaton Rapids. Mr. Vaillancourt was born April 23, 1942, in Lansing. He was employed with Schmidt Brothers Grocery Stores for 27 years and was active in classic car events. He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Ann; three daughters, Donna (Ron) Cataline of Eaton Rapids, Debra (Bill) Hicks of Dimondale, and Doreen (Steve) Shulick of Monroe; six grandchildren, Christina and Bradley Cataline, Billy and Bryan Hicks, and Stephen and Scott Shulick; father, John (Helen) Vaillancourt of Florida; mother, Eunice Spurbeck of Dimondale; one brother, Michael Spurbeck of Dimondale; one sister, Lynne (James) Napier of Davie, Fla.; one sister-in-law, Eva Ault of Florida; several aunts and uncles; special aunt, Connie (Fred) Pick of Pleasant Lake; and four nephews. He was preceded in death by his stepfather, Merrill Spurbeck in 1991. Services were Oct. 9 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Pastor Carl Sundermeyer officiating. Interment was in the Dimondale Cemetery. _______________ Gertrude V. Vance Gertrude V. Vance, 86, of Charlotte, formerly of Lansing, died Jan. 6, 1995. Mrs. Vance was born in Manton, the daughter of Alan and Eva Waite. She is survived by one son, Joseph (Patricia) of Charlotte; one daughter, Carol Sue (Russell) Hovey of Denver, Colo.; four grandchildren, Trudy and Tyler Vance, Matthew Hovey, and Carrie (Bob) Ritter; and two sisters, Marge Muir of St. Johns and Frances Sharp of DeWitt. She was preceded in death by her husband, William in 1987. Services were Jan. 9 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. John Buker officiating. Interment was in the Greenwood Cemetery, Manton. _______________ Henry Vanderstraeten Henry Vanderstraeten, 68, of Sunfield died June 11, 1995, at his residence. Mr. Vanderstraeten was born Jan. 30, 1927, in Louisville, Colo., the son of Henry and Marie (Hicospaule) Vanderstraeten. He had lived in Sunfield since 1976. He worked for Centenal Coal Mine in Colorado, served in the Navy, worked for the Public Service Co. of Colorado, moved to Michigan in the middle 60's, and was a maintenance supervisor for the City of Lansing Public Works until retirement in 1986. He is survived by his wife, Patricia; one sister, Jan (Harley) Neideffer; three stepchildren, Andrew (Karen) Chapman, Nolan Chapman, and Petrina (Darr) Summers; three step-grandchildren, Justin, Keith, and Nathan Chapman; and one nephew, Ronnie Neideffer. Arrangements were made by the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes- Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. No services were held. _______________ Grace VanderVeen Grace (Price) VanderVeen, 79, of Charlotte, formerly of the Belding area, died May 18, 1995, following a lengthy illness. Mrs. VanderVeen was born in Chicago, Ill., the daughter of Joseph and Mary (Witte) Price. She was a beautician for several years in the Marne area. She is survived by one daughter, Kay Larson of Sarasota, Fla.; two sons, Neil (Shelly) of Toledo, Ohio, and Joe (Carole) of Hale; 10 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and one brother, Ray (Joanne) Price of Caledonia. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cornelius in 1960. Private services are being held. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Gerard VanDriessche Gerard "Sezar" VanDriessche, 90, of Olivet died Nov. 30, 1995, at the home of his daughter, with whom he had been staying in Charlotte. Mr. VanDriessche was born in Maldegem, Belgium, the son of Desire and Ida (Marie) VanDriessche and came to the United States in 1919. He had lived in Eaton Rapids and Lansing before moving to the Olivet area. He had been employed at the Lansing Drop Forge, retiring in 1968 after 42 years of service. He is survived by three daughters, Nancy (Dennis) Bumgarner of Sherrils Fork, N.C., Ardella VanDriessche of Battle Creek, and Donna (Larry) Anderson of Charlotte; one son, Orlen (Jane) of Olivet; 14 grandchildren; 22 great- grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mildred (Sebolt) VanDriessche Jan. 3, 1993, and by three brothers, and three sisters. Mass of the Christian Burial was Dec. 4 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Charlotte, with the Rev. Fr. Thomas Nenneau as celebrant. Interment in the North Clarence Cemetery, Clarence Township, Calhoun County. Arrangements were made by the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Lawrence M. VanGeison Lawrence M. VanGeison, 88, of Zephyrhills, Fla., formerly of Bellevue, died Dec. 20, 1995, at his home in Florida where he lived since 1980. Mr. VanGeison was born July 26, 1907, in Lee Center Township, the son of Chalmers and Lottie May (Warner) VanGeison. He married Anna Moon and she died June 4, 1979. He married Sylvia (Blake) Kimerer Nov. 3, 1979, in Bellevue. He was a dairy farmer in Eaton County for many years, member of the Eaton County Road Commission for eight years, an Eaton County Commissioner from 1961-74, and the Bellevue Township Treasurer for 10 years. He is survived by his wife, Sylvia; one son, Donald of Battle Creek; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; five step-grandchildren; and five step-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Anna, one sonn, Leslie in January 1995, and one sister, Fern Schiffman. Services are today, Saturday, Dec. 23, at 11 a.m. at the Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue, with the Rev. Roger Kimerer officiating. Interment is in the Riverside Cemetery, Bellevue. Memorial contributions may be made to Good Samaritan Hospice Care. _______________ Geraldine VanGelder Geraldine Frances (Kuehn) VanGelder, 74, of Bellevue, formerly of Potterville, died June 16, 1995, at the St. Lawrence Dimondale Center following a long illness. Mrs. VanGelder was born Sept. 18, 1920, in Huntingdon, Penn. She owned Kuehn's Flowers and was a 25-year member of the Michigan Florists Association. She is survived by her husband, Jake; one son, Thomas (Joyce) Kuehn of Potterville; two daughters, Judy Gunnison of Decatur, Ill., and Carol (Kim) Freer of Eaton Rapids; two stepsons, Jake (Janice) VanGelder Jr. of Charlotte and Greg (Vickey) VanGelder of Lansing; one stepdaughter, Yvonne Frenck of Charlotte; nine grandchildren, Brian, Brad, Brett, Jason, Jesse, Janie, Megan, Kaylee, and Gregory; two great- grandchildren, Sierra and Haily; her mother, Phoebe Grafuis of Marshall; three sisters, Patricia Getz, Carolyn Patton, and Marjorie Horner; and one brother, William DeLong. Services were June 20 at the Field & Leik Funeral Home, Dimondale, with the Rev. John Toth officiating. Interment was in the Dimondale Cemetery. _______________ Bruce E. VanNoker Bruce E. VanNoker, 64, of Lansing died April 7, 1995, in Lansing. Mr. VanNoker graduated from Eaton Rapids High School in 1949. He was a veteran of the United States Navy, and a graduate of Michigan State University. He retired from the Board of Water and Light in 1991. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Raynell; one daughter, Kim Wells of Potterville; two sons, Kevin of Fort Worth, Texas, and Kris VanNoker of Lansing; three grandchildren, Corey and Kace Wells, and Kasie VanNocker; two sisters, Agnes Arner of Jackson, and Nina (Charles) Gulliver of Eaton Rapids. He was preceded in death by one sister, Verna Fuller. Interment services were held April 10 at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, with the Rev. Duane Ford officiating. Arrangements were made by Gorsline-Runciman Co. Lansing Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association, 403 Seymour Ave., Lansing, Mich. 48933. _______________ Rulison VanSickle Rulison "Doc" VanSickle, died in Dunedin, Fla., March 28, 1995. Mr. VanSickle was born in Lansing, the son of Edwin and Maude VanSickle Sr. He served in the Army during World War II in the Pacific Theater and for the past several years, was an associate realtor. He was a member of the Elks Lodge in Dunedin. He is survived by his wife, Marjorie; one son, Ron (Judy) of Gathersburg, Md.; two grandchildren; two brothers, Edwin of Charlotte and Walter (Gloria) of Paw Paw; two stepdaughters, Sandra (Neil) Williamson and Judy (Charles) Sheldon; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Irma, and one sister-in-law, Veda VanSickle. Services were April 1 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. Interment was in Deepdale Cemetery, Lansing. _______________ Frances L. VerPlank Frances L. VerPlank, 84, of Traverse City, formerly of Charlotte, died Oct. 11, 1995, at the Birchwood Nursing Center, Traverse City, after a long illness. Miss VerPlank was born in Grand Haven, the daughter of Abraham and Fannie (Simms) VerPlank. She was a graduate of the former Vermontville High School and, during World War II, worked in a bomber plant in Ypsilanti. She is survived by one sister-in-law, Evelyn VerPlank of Charlotte; one sister, Bernice Brisbin; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one brother, Robert, and two sisters, Beatrice VerPlank and Florence Dornbos. There were no services. Arrangements were made by the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ John G. Viele John Gary Viele, 70, of Vermontville died Feb. 15, 1995, following a lengthy illness. Mr. Viele was born, the son of Rolla and Cleo (Crook) Viele in Hastings. He owned and operated a farm and was a third generational maple syrup producer. He was a member of the Maple Valley Board of Education from 1962-78, and a board member of the Eaton County ASCS, Federal Land Bank, Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Corporation. He was also a member of the Eaton County Farm Bureau and Vermontville Congregational Church. He is survived by his wife, Norma; two daughters, Deborah (Paul) Williams of Vermontville and Linda (Robert) Snyder of Pottstown, Penn.; one son, Kendall of Vermontville; three stepsons, Larry (Phyllis) Shance of Charlotte, Randy (Jilan) Shance of Nashville, and Steven (Mary Jan) Shance of Vermontville; 11 grandchildren; two sisters, Jeanette Strait of Saline and Mary (Vernon) Trowbridge and Rachel (Dick) Weiler, both of Vermontville; his mother-in-law, Margie Joppie of Vermontville; special niece, Connie Parker of Vermontville; and many other nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Vera (Vedder) in 1977. Services were Feb. 18 at the Vermontville Congregational Church with the Rev. Eric Lison officiating. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Vermontville Congregational Church or Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Corporation. _______________ Marion W. Vincent Marion W. Vincent, 93, of Plano, Texas, formerly of Charlotte, died April 19, 1995, in Texas, as the result of an automobile accident. Mr. Vincent was born in Chester Township April 7, 1902. He was a retired tool and die maker for Chrysler Corporation, Detroit. He is survived by one daughter, Audrey (Lowell) Culver of Plano; three grandchildren, Suzanne Collie of Dallas, Texas, Cindy Culver of Richardson, Texas, and Tim Culver of Coppell, Texas; and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Leola in October 1989. Services were April 22 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. Interment was in the Kalamo Cemetery. _______________ Doris M. Vinocur Doris M. Vinocur, 75, died Jan. 16, 1995, at her home in Marquette following a lengthy illness. Mrs. Vinocur was born April 10, 1919, in Howard City, the first child of Florence (Besemer) and Elmer Sumner. She grew up in Portland where her family moved in 1923. She earned a bachelor's degree in English from Michigan State University and a master's degree in literature from the University of Michigan. She taught English at the secondary level in Gaylord and Missoula, Mont., but devoted most of her professional life to undergraduates at the Universities of Connecticut, Wisconsin, and Montana. She married James Vanderbilt of Grand Ledge in 1942. He died in 1943. She married Jacob Vinocur in 1947. She is survived by one son, P. David (Barbara) Vinocur of Traverse City; one daughter, Janice (Bill) Cooper of Baltimore, Md.; four sisters, Violet Morgan and Betty Beech, both of Portland, Lillian Peel of Harrison, and Ruth Witgen of Fowler; one brother, Bobby Sumner of Portland; three grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jacob Vinocur in 1990, and one sisters, Alice Graft of Portland. Services were Jan. 20 at Grace United Methodist Church, Marquette. Arrangements were made by Fassbender's Funeral Home, Marquette. _______________ Irene Waggoner Irene (Flanders) Waggoner, 81, of Charlotte died March 30, 1995, at her home after a short illness. Mrs. Waggoner was born in Eaton Township, Eaton County, the daughter of Leo and Lydia (Reid) Flanders and was a lifelong Charlotte area resident. She was a Charlotte High School graduate and had been employed at Wilcox-Gay Corporation and Sheriff-Goslin, and was a secretary at American Fire Apparatus, Battle Creek, from which she retired in the early 1970's. She was a member of the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church, the former Eaton County Pomona Grange, and a member of the Charlotte Kitchen Band and the Methodist Marvels Band, both of which entertained for clubs and organizations throughout the area, survived by two nieces, Linda Service of Thornapple Lake and Kathleen Neal of Kalamazoo; and one nephew, Russell Weiler of Vermontville. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leo and Lydia Flanders, one sister, Esther Weiler, and one nephew, Ralph Weiler. Graveside services were April 3 at Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte, with the Rev. Thomas Evans officiating. Memorial services are Sunday, April 9, at 3 p.m. at the LAUMC. Memorial contributions may be made to the LAUMC. _______________ Holly A. Waldron Holly Ann Waldron, 16, of Dimondale died Feb. 14, 1995, at a Lansing hospital. Holly was born June 26, 1978, in Lansing, the daughter of Al and Pamela (Newman) Waldron. She was a junior at Potterville High School and was an employee of Don's Truck Stop. She is survived by her parents, Al and Pamela Waldron of Dimondale; one sister, Amy Lynn Waldron; grandparents, Shirley Waldron of Lansing, and Ernest and Delores Newman of Chippewa Lake; aunts and uncles, John and Gwen Waldron of Wacousta, Wenday Lee Gould of Bath, N.Y., Michael and Vicky Newman of Big Rapids, and Cynthia Mikula of Mt. Pleasant; and many cousins. Services were Feb. 17 at the Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church with the Rev. Norman Burger officiating. Interment was in the Dimondale Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. Memorial contributions may be made to the Great Lakes Transplantation Association. _______________ Walter W. Waldron Walter W. "Duke" Waldron, 83, of East Lansing died Oct. 22, 1995. Mr. Waldron was born April 27, 1912, in Shenandoah, Penn., and has been a resident of East Lansing for the past 35 years. He was a 1934 graduate of Georgetown University and was a member of the football team under coach Frank Leahey. He played professional football for the now Washington Redskins, was owner of the Lansing All Star Football Team, and the Lansing Duke's Hockey Team. He was an honorary member of the Varsity "S" Club of Michigan State University. He owned and operated Duke's Sunoco and Shell stations on Harrison and Michigan Avenue, East Lansing. He is survived by one son, Ronald (Shirley) Monk of Gunn Lake; one daughter, Diana Melrose of East Lansing; four grandchildren, Skye, Dawn, Russ, and Cynthia; five sisters, Mary Perrotto of Florida, Ann Banks of Pennsylvania, Kay (Robert) Benedict of Pennsylvania, Helen Ball of Cadillac, and Dorothy (Jack) Graham of East Lansing; one sister-in- law, Jean Walacavage of Lansing; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ethelbelle, and two brothers, Alex and Sam Walacavage. A memorial visitation will be Thursday, Nov. 2, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family. _______________ Lisa K. Walker Lisa Kaye (Arnett) Walker, 19, of Lansing, formerly of Eaton Rapids, died June 29, 1995, following a lifelong battle with Cystic Fibrosis. Mrs. Walker was born Nov. 5, 1975, in Lansing, and was a 1993 graduate of Eaton Rapids High School. She was employed by the Eaton County Health Department in Charlotte as a clerk typist. She is survived by her husband, Brian; her parents, Lawrence and Darlene Arnett of Eaton Rapids; three brothers, Bruce (Jennie) Arnett and Brian Arnett, both of Lansing, and Shannon Arnett of Eaton Rapids; her grandmother, Bethel Bradley of Dansville; her grandfather, Everge Arnett of Lansing; her mother and stepfather-in-law, Patricia and Ronald Griffin of Eaton Rapids; her father-in-law, Craig Walker of Lansing; her brother-in-law, Wayne (Margie) Walker of Ohio; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Services were July 3 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Rockney Wing officiating. Interment was in the Deepdale Memorial Park, Lansing. Memorial contributions may be made to the Make A Wish Foundation, Lansing. _______________ Hazel A. Watkins Hazel Arlene Watkins, 85, of Charlotte, died March 21, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mrs. Watkins was born in Walton Township, Eaton County, the daughter of George and Effie (Gordon) Robbins. She was a housekeeper in private homes. She is survived by one sister, Nina Matheson; four nieces and nephews, Richard Croy, Ruth Croy, Rita Porter, and Dean Robbins; and a special care friend, Arlene Alldaffer. Serivces will be today, March 25, at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. Intermetn will be in the Hamlin Township (Oakwood) Cemetery. _______________ Lawrence Webb Lawrence "Lanny" Webb, 54, of Charlotte died June 6, 1995, in Charlotte. Mr. Webb was born Dec. 17, 1940 in Grand Ledge, the son of Russell and Yvonne (Lawrence) Webb. He has been a lifetime area resident of Grand Ledge and Charlotte. He was a 1959 graduate of Grand Ledge High School. He was an employee of Spartan Motors of Charlotte and a former employee of Diamond REO and Anchor Motor Freight. He was a member of the Charlotte Eagles Aerie #3552 and a former member of the Naval Reserve. He is survived by his wife, Kristina; children, Lawrence Webb of Lansing, Loree Peacock of Coldwater, and Christopher Webb of Charlotte; step-children, Jacqueline (Steven) Bruce of Coleman, Wis., Donna (John) Wooden of Branch, and Teresa Wicker and Eric Wicker both of Lansing; one brother, Keven Webb of Lansing; 10 grandchildren; mother-in-law, Kathryn Guyer of Potterville; and his first wife, Linda Webb of Lansing. Services were June 8 at the Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge, with the Rev. Barbara Smith Jang of the Grand Ledge First United Methodist Church officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Christopher Webb Educational Fund. _______________ Helen L. Webster Helen Lucille Webster, 74, of Sunfield, formerly of DeWitt died April 18, 1995, in Sunfield. Mrs. Webster was born April 8, 1921, in Arkansas, the daughter of George and Lola (Creecy) Young. She was a member of Al-Anon, and was employed at General Motors, retiring in 1982. She is survived by two sons, John (Jan) Webster of Sunfield, and George (Lynda) Webster of Longwood, Fla.; grandchildren, Chris (Kelly) Webster, Cammy Webster, Michelle (Todd) Pope, Wendy and Ashley Webster; four borhters, George, Thomas, Don, and Edward Young, all of Arkansas; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Harley Webster; one son, Harley Eugene; granddaughter, Collette Webster; one brother, James Young; and one sister, Evelyn Meins. Services were April 21 at the Sunfield United Methodist Church, Sunfield, with the Rev. Harris Hoekwater and the Rev. Frederick Nose officiating. Arrangements were made by the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lansing. _______________ Dale F. Weeks Dale F. Weeks, 58, of Hastings, formerly of Olivet, died April 27, 1885, at Thornapple Manor, Hastings. Mr. Weeks was born Jan. 6, 1937, in Charlotte, the son of Floyd and Mabble (Horn) Weeks. He was raised in Eaton County and attended the Olivet Schools. He married Dolores Stults Jan. 20, 1957, at the Olivet Congregational Church. He was employed in construction all his life and owned and operated his own excavating business. He is survived by his wife, Dolores; two daughters, Diane Wiersma of Middleville and Deborah (Timothy) Lukas of Hastings; one son, Duane (Dawn) of Middleville; six grandchildren; two brothers, Leo (Gwen) of Shelby and Lawrence (Marilyn) of Marshall; one sister, Luritta (Earl) Mead of Morestown, Ariz.; one half-brother, Donald (Mary) Chase of Charlotte; three brothers-in-law; three sisters-in- law; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Floyd and Mable Weeks. Services were April 30 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Barry Community Hospice, Thornapple Manor, or the Muscular Dystrophy Association. _______________ Leland G. Wendel Leland G. Wendel, 72, of Charlotte died Sept. 13, 1995, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, after an extended illness. Mr. Wenden was born in Hastings, the son of Herman and Lula (Lyon) Wendel, and was a life long resident of Charlotte. He was a 1942 graduate of Charlotte High School and served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He had been employed by Pet Milk Company for 23 years, worked as a salesman, and most recently as a bus driver for EATRAN from where he retired in 1990. He was a member of the Maple City Post #2406 VFW, Greenwalt-Flaherty Post #42 American Legion, Charlotte Eagles Aerie #3552, and the Charlotte Buck Club. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis (Goodrich); two daughters, Karole (Roy) Bartlett of Charlotte, and Barbara Jean (Jim) Rieben of Clay, N.Y.; one son, Dale (Shelly Wiser) Wendel of Charlotte; two stepsons, George Jr. (Darlene) Riddle, and Geoffrey (Diane Bruce) Riddle both of Charlotte; one stepdaughter, Denise Riddle of Douglas; eight grandchildren, Paula Newland, Eric and Shane Bartlett, Tina Jo Rieben, Kara and Kaci Riddle, Nichole Riddle, and Amanda Oberlin; one brother, Ion (Vera) Wendel of Florida; and two nieces, Joan and Nancy Kraft. Serives are Saturday, Sept. 16, at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Pastor Patricia Skinner officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Eaton County Unit. _______________ Helen C. West Helen Clara West, 73, of Charlotte died Sept. 14, 1995, at her residence. Mrs. West was born in Detroit, the daughter of Henry and Minnie (Schultz) Schuette. She was a member of the Mish Mash Bowling League. She is survived by her husband, Fred; two daughters, Patricia (Jerry) Evans of Westland and Sally (Steve) Rose of Battle Creek; one son, Robert of Charlotte; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and one sister, Dorothy Dreyer of Waterford. Services were Sept. 16 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Pastor Noel Hall-Niemann officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Phyllis M. West Phyllis M. Hodge (Collier) West, 72, of Nashville died Jan. 6, 1995, at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. Mrs. West was born July 2, 1922, in Sunfield, the daughter of Clarence and Ethel (Walsh) Collier. She married Bon West Aug. 7, 1982. She was a dental assistant in Vermontville and a bookkeeper for Auto Owners and the Michigan Education Association. She was a member of the Trinity Wesleyan Church. She is survived by her husband, Bon; one brother, Donald (Olive) Collier of Mulliken; one sister-in-law, Ilene Collier of Charlotte; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one brother, Gordon Collier. Services were Jan. 9 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes- Fisher Chapel, Sunfield, with the Rev. William Osborne officiating. Interment was in the Sunfield Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Trinity Wesleyan Church. _______________ Randy Lee Wheeler Randy Lee Wheeler, 43, of Charlotte died May 1, 1995, in Lansing. Mr. Wheeler was born in Mount Pleasant, the son of Gordon and Helen (Fair) Wheeler. He served with the United States Army from 1970-72 and was employed by Buick-Olds-Cadillac in Lansing. He was a member of the Michigan Harness Horesemen's Racing Association, U.S. Trotting Association, and Northern Michigan Fair and Racing Association. He is survived by his wife, Cindy; two sons, Randy and Brett, both of Edmore; and two sisters, Betty Trussell of Pontiac and Florida and Violet Harris of Mount Pleasant. He was preceded in death by his parents, and one daughter, Amy. Services were May 5 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Mark Woodbury officiating. Interment was in the Center Eaton Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the family for future designation. _______________ Grover W. Whitaker Grover W. Whitaker, 57, of Eaton Rapids died Dec. 19, 1995, in Michigan City, Ind. Mr. Whitaker was born June 18, 1938, in Prestonsburg, Ken., the son of Ervin and Isabelle (Wadkins) Whitaker. He retired from Buick-Olds-Cadillac in 1993 after 30 years of service. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Janet; one daughter, Cathy (Michael) Garner of Eaton Rapids; one son, Mark (Sherry) of Eaton Rapids; four grandchildren; four brothers; and three sisters. Services are today, Saturday, Dec. 23, at 11 a.m. at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with Pastor Frances Dunn officiating. Interment is in the North Aurelius Cemetery, Mason. _______________ Elwood E. Whitinger Elwood Edward Whitinger, 92, died June 1, 1995, in Charlotte. Mr. Whitinger was born Jan. 30, 1903, in Jewell, Iowa, the son of George and Isabell Whitinger. He was the second son and one of 11 children. He was a millwright at Oldsmobile, a truck driver, and was employed at the Lansing Candy Co. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy; five daughters, Lucille Tuckey, Wilma (Norman) Campbell, Marion Whitinger, and Linda (Matt) Silvas, all of Charlotte, and Leila Whitinger (Dick Grossman) of Minnesota; one son, John (Sue) of Tampa, Fla.; Dorothy's family, Lloyd (Jackie) Johnson of Indiana, Elliott (Gloria) Johnson of Minnesota, and Leona (John) Ransom of Stockbridge; two brothers, George and Wayne; one sister, Edna Birth; seven grandsons, Brian, Steven, Robert, and Edward Tuckey, Andrew Campbell, Rob Silvas, and Nick Whitinger; nine granddaughters, Susan Fajnor, Sara Powers, Julie Wertz, Lori Baum, Mary Jo Mills, Jodie Silvas, Amy Sawatzki, Angel Bartlett, and Lisa Whitinger; 13 great-grandsons, Travis, Joey, and Trent Tuckey, Jason Mills, Ryan and Patrick Baum, Corey Campbell, Robbie Silvas, Kenny Withrow, Eric and Shane Powers , and Zane and Spencer Wertz; nine great-granddaughters, Megan and Courtney Sloan, Jenny Withrow, Kindra Campbell, Holly Baum, Ali Tuckey, Neisha Tuckey, and Rikki and Randi Sawatski; and one great-great-grandson, Jedediah Frost. He was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife, Eunice, four brothers, Melvin, Roy, Leonard, and Orland; three sisters, Lucille, Leota, and Lettie, and one grandson, Daniel Tuckey. Services were June 5 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to Kiwanis Manor, Charlotte. _______________ Wayne Whitinger Wayne Whitinger, 76, of Corunna died July 6, 1995, at his daughter's residence. Mr. Whitinger was born July 9, 1918, in Forman, N.D., the son of George and Isabel (Cochran) Whitinger. He had resided in Corunna since 1975, coming from Flint. He married Alberta Pratt on March 16, 1938, in Charlotte. He was employed by Complete Auto Transit for 35 years, retiring in 1979. He was a veteran of the United States Navy, serving in World War II. He was a member of Owosso #81 F&AM, past Master of Vernon #279 F&AM in 1977, and a member and Past Worthy Patron of the Order of the Eastern Stars, Chapter 243. He was a member of the Bay City Consistory and was a founding member of the Clown Unit for the Shriners. He is survived by his wife; one daughter, Georgie (Wilhelm) Hense of Grand Blanc; one son, Dallas (Deborah) Whitinger of Burton; one son-in-law, Samuel Coplin of Davison; 13 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; one sister, Edna Birch of Charlotte; one brother, George (Luella) Whitinger of Lyons; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; two daughters, Caroline Whitinger, and Dixie Coplin; and six brothers and five sisters. Services were July 9 at Sharp Funeral Home, Flint Area Chapel, with the Father Scott Danforth officiating. Interment was in the Crestwood Memorial Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to McLaren Hospice. _______________ Maurice R. Whittum Maurice R. Whittum, 75, of Charlotte, formerly of Eaton Rapids, died May 26, 1995 at the Eaton Manor Nursing Home, Charlotte. Mr. Whittum was born March 12, 1920, in Brookfield Township, the son of Roy and Celinda (Newton) Whittum. He was a life long farmer in the Brookfield area, a Navy veteran of World War II, and was a past commander and life member of the VFW National Home Post #1283 Eaton Rapids. He is survived by his sister-in-law, Joyce Whittum of Eaton Rapids; nieces and nephews, Mike (Laureen) Whittum Sr. of Eaton Rapids, Burce (Jean) Whittum of Tennessee, Tammy (John) Merritt of Charlotte, Cindy (Chris) Loucks of Grand Ledge, and Roy Whittum of Eaton Rapids; and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, and three brothers, Everett, Lawrence, and Clair. Services were May 30 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Paul Mergener officiating. Military graveside services were in Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids, conducted by the VFW National Home Post #1283. Memorial contributions may be made to the VFW National Home Post #1283. _______________ Mary Louise Wight Mary Louise (LaMonte) Wight, 81, of Fair Haven, N.J., formerly of Charlotte, died Jan. 31, 1995, at the Riverview Extended Care Facility in Red Bank, N.J. after an extended illness. Mrs. Wight was born in Charlotte, the daughter of F. Cline and Maude (Parr) LaMonte and had been a Fair Haven resident for many years. She was a member of the Christ United Methodist Church of Fair Haven and was a member of the Women's Club of Little Silver for over 30 years where she held the office of treasurer, vice-president and president. She is survived by one granddaughter, Kimberly Cambron of Walnut Creek, Calif., and one brother, Dalton LaMonte of Charlotte. She was preceded in death by her husband, D. Roger Wight in August, 1983, and one daughter, Lynn Cambron, in January 1989. Services were held Feb. 3 in Red Bank, N.J. Graveside services are to be held in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte, and will be announced later by the Burkhead Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Harper T. Wildern Harper Tully Wildern, 100, of Charlotte died Dec. 22, 1995, at his residence. Mr. Wildern was born in Charlotte, the son of Chelsea May and Zella (Krebs) Wildern. He was a pharmacist since 1918, and owned and operated the Wildern Drug Store since 1948, until his retirement at the age of 89. He was a life member of the Masonic Lodge, and past president of the Eaton County Shrine and the Lions Club. He is survived by two sons, Geoerge (Esther "Dolly") of Charlotte, and Mayo "Bud" (Noreen) Wildern of Greenville; eight grandchildren, Jeffrey (Beth) Wildern, Dr. Steven (Toni) Wildern, Dr. Kent (Connie) Wildern, Deanne Larner, Terry Darling, Steven Mac Wildern, Tony, and Lori; 22 great- grandchildren; four sisters, Audrey Nash and Amert (Bill) Smedley, both of Grand Rapids, Marie Wenzel of Charlotte, and Dorothy Lyon of Mason; and one brother, Fred (Betty) of Florida. He was preceded in death by his wife, Flora, in 1975, and his son, Harper Mac, in 1993. Services were Dec. 26 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, or the Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Brody L. Williams Brody "Stubby" Lee Williams, infant son of Sierra (Kozachik) and Matt Williams, died Jan. 23, 1995. He is survived by his parents; two brothers, Dillion and Toby; grandparents, Carolyn (Jim) Williams and Joe Williams (JoAnn Reeves), all of Charlotte, and Sandra (Steve) Kozachik of Charlotte; great-grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Keeler of Eaton Rapids, and Bill and Georgiana Payette of Charlotte. Services were held Jan. 26 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Windle Davis officiating. _______________ Stephen M. Williams Stephen M. Williams, 19, of Fowler died June 29, 1995, as a result of a farming accident. Mr. Williams was born August 19, 1975, to Thomas and Debra (Austin) Williams. He was a graduate of Fowler High School class of 1993 and lived all of his life in the Fowler area. He was employed at T and H Dairy Farm. He is survived by his parents, Ken and Debbie Osborne of Fowler, and Thomas and Kelly Williams of Vermontville; brothers and sisters, Vicki and Mike Williams, Daniel Osborne, Erwin and Gina Sherman, Tony Avitable, and SaraJane Smith; grandparents, Norman Austin of Edenville, Richard and Mary Osborne of Pewamo, Stanley and Francis Williams of Mesick, and Jerome and Arlene Thelen of Fowler; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Services were July 3 at the George Chapel of the Osgood Funeral Home, Fowler, with the Pastor Paul Clark officiating. Interment was in the Most Holy Trinity Cemetery. _______________ Josephine Wilson Josephine Wilson, 89, of Charlotte died Dec. 22, 1995, at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility after an extended illness. Mrs. Wilson was born in Indiana, the daughter of Lloyd and Icel Mae (Havens) Catey and had been a Charlotte resident since 1937. She was a graduate of Grand Ledge High School, a graduate of Ypsilanti State Normal from where she received a life teaching certificate, and taught in rural and in Battle Creek schools for a few years. During World War II she trained as a Red Cross Volunteer later serving over 1,000 volunteer hours at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. She was a bookkeeper for her husband's besiness for 14 years and after his death, moved to Pleasant Hill, Tenn., where she served as bookkeeper at Wharton Nursing Home where she later became food service supervisor and acting dietician. In 1980 she returned to Charlotte to be near her family where she lived until her death. She was a member of the First Congregational Church, where she was a member of the Mary Martha Circle, taught Sunday school, had sung in the choir for 20 years, directed the junior choir, was member and past president of the Women's Fellowship, and was a past president of the Central Association of Women's Fellowships. She was a member of the Charlotte Women's Fellowships. She was a member of the Charlotte Women's Club, the Pythian Sisters, the Garden Club, the Altruistic Club, and served as chairman of the Eaton County Hospital Auxiliary. She is survived by one son, James (Lola) Wilson of Charlotte; one daughter, Patricia (James) Crandall of Charlotte; six grandchildren, Eric (Eva) Crandall of Charlotte, Krystn (G.Scott) Waddell of Dallas, Texas, Scott (Donna) Crandall of St. Petersburg, Fla., Paige Crandall of Portland, Ore., Pamela (Lawrence) Lindemer III of Rockford, and Patrick Wilson of Schaumburg, Ill.; five great- grandchildren; one sister, Alberta DePue of Joliet, Ill.; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Maurice, in 1966. At Mrs. Wilson's request, her body has been donated to medical science. Memorial services were Dec. 27 at the First Congregational Church with the Rev. Peter Brenner and the Rev. Z. William Colson officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Congregational Church United Church of Christ or Charlotte Public Library. _______________ Robert E. Winters Robert E. Winters, 72, of Long Lake, Johnstown Township, died June 20, 1995, in the Battle Creek Health System/Community Site after being stricken at home. Mr. Winters was born April 4, 1923, in Chicago, Ill., the son of Edward and Edna (Scott) Winters. He graduated from Bellevue High School. He was a technician fifth grade with the Battery B of the 904th Field Artillery of the U.S. Army from 1943 to 1945. He fought in the Northern France, Ardennes, Rhineland, and Central Europe campaigns. He was employed for 40 years at the Clark Equipment Co., retiring in 1983. He married Harriette Mapes on Jan. 22, 1943. He is survived by his wife, Harriette; one son, Edward Winters of Kentwood; one daughter, Nancy Phelps of Newberry, Fla.; six grandchildren; and one sister, Marilyn Winters of Kalamazoo. Services were June 22, at the Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue, with the Rev. Darwin Kuhl officiating. Interment was in Union Cemetery, Maple Grove Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. _______________ DeShawn N. Wixson DeShawn Nyrie Wixson, infant daughter of Jasmine Harvath and Ryan Wixson of Eaton Rapids, died Aug. 31, 1995 at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing. She is survived by her parents; grandparents, Sandy and Thomas Wixson of Charlotte, Cindy Williams of Richland, and George Harvath of Hastings; and great-grandparents, Betty Shumaker and Thelma Gibbs both of Charlotte, and Wesley MacWilliams of Arizona. Services were Sept. 2 at the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Agnes F. Wood Agnes F. Wood, 91, of Hastings died July 10, 1995, at Thornapple Manor, Hastings. Mrs. Wood was born May 20, 1904, in Dodge Center, Minn., to George and Flossie (Tappen) Arnold. She graduated from Dodge Center High School in 1922 and came to Battle Creek in the 1920's from Minnesota. She married Thomas Wood Sr., Dec. 23, 1925, in Battle Creek. She was a member of the Seventh-Day Baptist Church. She is survived by three sons, Thomas (Bonnie) Wood of Nashville, Robert (Karen) Wood of Charlotte, Samuel (Loretta) Wood of Marshall; two daughters, Pauline (Laverne) Webster of Three Rivers, and Lorna (George) Crawford of Sylvania, Ga.; 27 grandchildren; 69 great-grandchildren; and 31 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband; sons, Larry Wood and Dennis Wood; and one sister, Eloise Spells. Services were July 13 at the Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, with the Rev. George Crawford officiating. Interment was in the Austin Cemetery, Convis Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the Michigan Heart Association or the Seventh-Day Baptist Church. _______________ Murl L. Woodman Murl Lester Woodman, 72, of Holt, formerly of Potterville, died Oct. 21, 1995, at his residence. Mr. Woodman served in the Navy during World War II and was a press operator at Oldsmobile until his retirement in 1978. He was a member of Lansing VFW Post #701 and a former member of Charlotte VFW Post #2406 and American Legion Post #42. He was a chairman of UAW Local #1618 retirees' organization and the Waverly 39ers. He is survived by his companion, Georgia Walton and her family; three brothers, Garold (Lena) of Battle Creek, Robert (Marlis) of Longemont, colo., and Bud (Mike) of Columbus, Ohio; and one sister, Imogene Walters of Thornton, Colo. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty. Services are Tuesday, Oct. 24, at 1 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Dan Spitzley officiating. Interment is in the Deepdale Cemetery, Lansing. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of Lansing. _______________ Donna L. Woodworth Donna Lucille Woodworth, 86, of Charlotte died May 21, 1995. Mrs. Woodworth was born in Freeport, the daughter of Isaac and Anna (Reuter) Moore. She was a teacher until 1941 and was a member of the First Baptist Church and Eaton County Farm Bureau. She is survived by two daughters, Marian (Dennis) Mayne and Zoe Ann (Lyndell) Davis, both of Charlotte; one son, John (Amy Eubanks) of Charlotte; six grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by two sons, John at birth in 1943, and Charles "Mike" in 1976 and her husband, Charles in 1976. Graveside services are Wednesday, May 24, at 9 a.m. at Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial services will be held at the First Baptist Church at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church or Muscular Dystrophy Association. _______________ Wanita E. Woodworth Wanita E. Woodworth, 57, of Nashville, died Jan. 19, 1995, at Michigan Capital Medical Center, Greenlawn Campus, Lansing. Mrs. Woodworth was born Feb. 14, 1937, in Bellevue, the daughter of Dennis and Martha (Nelson) Tobey. She attended Bellevue and Central Lake Schools, graduated from Bellevue High School. She married Edward Woodworth April 4, 1941, in Springfield, Tenn. She was employed at Michigan Magnetics, Vermontville, as a nurse's aide for the elderly in their homes, and most recently, had a newspaper delivery route for several different papers with her husband. She was a member of the Nashville Assembly of God Church where she taught Sunday School and was a former president of the church's Women's Missionary Group. She was also a former member of the Nashville Zoning Board. She is survived by her husband, Edward; three sons, Dennis of Crowell, Hubert of Bellevue, and Vincent of Alpharetta, Ga.; four daughters, Tongua Gonzales of Bellevue, Dayle Gleason of Battle Creek, Vickie Holton of Olivet, and Tressa Goodenough of Middleville; 25 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and one sister, Margia Lavanway of East Jordan. She was preceded in death by two grandchildren, Dustin Woodworth and Giles Kidwell Jr., her parents, Dennis and Martha Tobey, one brother, Wayne Tobey, and one sister, Gwenlyn Washburn. Services were Jan. 21 at the Nashville Assembly of God Church with the Rev. Al Eastman and the Rev. Glenn Branham officiating. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wanita Woodworth Memorial Fund. _______________ Veda Wright Veda Wright, 90, of Charlotte, died June 15, 1995, in Charlotte. Mrs. Wright was born July 4, 1904, the daughter of Harry and Estelle (Larabee) Wright. She is survived by four daughters, Betty (Vern) Gilding and Esther (Raymond) Grant, both of Charlotte, Phyllis (Stanley) Bothwell of Fountain, and Patty (Max) Butler of Eaton Rapids; Wendell (Dema) and Dewayne (Barbara), both of Vermontville, and Larry (Patti) of Charlotte; two daughters- in-law, Alice Edwards and Bonita Harper; and one sister-in- law, Irene Gregarek of Charlotte; 32 grandchildren; 62 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Don in 1991, and three grandchildren, Sandy, Randy, and Mallory. Services were June 19 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Barry Smith officiating. Interment was in the Gresham Cemetery. _______________ Jerry L. Zinger Jerry Lee Zinger, 49, of Woodland, formerly of Vermontville died Nov. 27, 1995, at his home. Mr. Zinger was born Jan. 3, 1946, in Grand Rapids, the son of Russell and Anna (Medendorp) Zinger. He was raised in Marion and attended Marion School and McBain Christian School, and graduated from Maple Valley High School in 1981. He married Sandra Rowe on April 9, 1963. He retired from Fisher Body after 30 years and served on the board of supervisors for the Auto Body Credit Union. He owned and operated the Zinger Home Heating Company. He belonged to the Nashville Church of the Nazarene where he taught Sunday school. He is survived by his wife, Sandra; children, Marsha (Nolan) Phillips-Clothier of Nashville, Jerry II (Kim) Zinger of Vermontville, and Brenda (Dale) Rhodes of Nashville; 11 grandchildren; his mother and father, Russell and Anna Zinger of Evert; mother-in-law, Geneva Rowe of Woodland; six brothers; two sisters; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles. He was preceded in death by two infant sons and tow infant grandchildren. Services were Nov. 29 at the Nashville Church of the Nazarene with the Rev. alan Mettler officiating. Interment was in Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the family.