1996 Charlotte Shopping Guide obituaries, Eaton County, Michigan Copyright (c) 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 ************************************************ Peter Aalbregtse Peter A. Aalbregtse, 80, of Bellevue died Oct. 1, 1996, at the Battle Creek Health System. Mr. Aalbregtse was born in Plainwell, the son of Abraham and Katerine (DeKraker) Aalbregtse. He was a 1935 graduate of Bellevue High School and worked with his father for several years at the former Model Bakery in Bellevue. He was later employed as a machinist at Clark Equipment for 32 years, retiring in 1974. He was a life member of Bellevue Lodge #83 F&AM; American Association of Retired Persons; and a past member of the Bellevue Historical Society. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, John and Joseph. Services were Oct. 4 at the Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue, with the Rev. Darwin Kuhl officiating. Interment was in the Riverside Cemetery, Bellevue. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bellevue Lodge #83, F&AM, or a charity of one's choice. _______________ Tori C. Aaron Tori Charles Aaron, two-day-old daughter of Tonya Cooper and Charles Aaron of Charlotte, died Nov. 29, 1996, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing Graveside services were Dec. 3 at the Center Eaton Cemetery with Pastor Mark Woodbury of the Charlotte Assembly of God officiating. Arrangements were made by the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Donald B. Aleo Donald "Donnie" B. Aleo, 40, of Eaton Rapids died Nov. 27, 1996, as the result of an automobile accident. Mr. Aleo was born Jan. 8, 1956, in Eaton Rapids, the son of Donald E. and Virginia (Chadwick) Aleo. He had been employed with Mid State Industrial in Eaton Rapids. Services were Dec. 2 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Calvon Kidder of the Sebewa Church of God officiating. Interment was in the Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to his children's education fund. _______________ Leona C. Allen Leona C. Allen, 80, of Potterville, died Aug. 1, 1996. Mrs. Allen was a lifetime area resident, graduating in 1932 from Grand Ledge High School. She retired from the Michigan Treasury Department and had been a member of VFW Auxiliary #6034, Potterville, and the Dimondale Chapter OES. Services were Aug. 3 at the Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. Interment was in the Wacousta Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Potterville United Methodist Church. _______________ Mildred Reed Allen Mildred Reed Allen, 80, of Eaton Rapids died Nov. 21, 1996, at a nursing home in Charlotte. Mrs. Allen was born July 25, 1816, in Tustin, the daughter of George "Tom" and Inez (Snyder) Emery. She moved with her family to Eaton Rapids in 1920 and graduated from Eaton Rapids High School class of 1935. After graduation she went to work for Horner's Woolen Mill until their closing in the early 1950's. She then went to work for Davidson's Woolen Mill until their closing as a result of a fire. She went to Lansing to work for Dr. W. Ming Foo as a receptionist and an assistant to the doctor until her retirement. She became a member of the Sunshine Rebekah Lodge #142 in 1934, and since held every office in the lodge, and had just received a jewel for the end of her 19 year term as past grand treasurer. She was a charter member of Grand River Valley L.E.H. #31 of Eaton Rapids and Home City L.A.P.M. of Jackson. She serviced the Grand Ladies Encampment of the State as treasurer. She was a P.P. of Rebekah district #23, a long time member of the American Red Cross, a member of the U & I Club, and an active member of the Eaton Rapids Senior Citizens and member of their Mad Hatter's Band. She was active in many other community projects and fraternal organizations. She married Roland Reed on Aug. 5, 1936, and he preceded her in death in 1986. In March of 1989, she married Walter Allen. She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Violet; one brother, Carl; and one niece, Dorothy. Services were Nov. 25 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Dennis Perkins of the Eaton Rapids Wesleyan Church officiating. Rebekah memorial services were conducted by Lodge #142 with many officers from throughout the state in attendance. Interment was in the Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to either the American Heart Association, American Diabetes Association, American Red Cross, or the Eaton Rapids Senior Center. _______________ Steven A. Allen Steven A. Allen, 51, of Lansing, died Sept. 16, 1996, as the result of a motorcycle accident. Mr. Allen was a lifelong area resident. He had owned CSC, was a former Motorwheel employee, a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in Vietnam, and a 1963 graduate of Charlotte High School. He was preceded in death by his mother, Leona in August 1996. Services were held Sept. 20 at St. Stephen Lutheran Church, Lansing, with the Rev. Gary Bunge officiating. Arrangements were made by the Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. Memorial contributions may be made to the Tri-County Office on Aging Nutrition Kitchen Fund. _______________ Wilmuth A. Altenhein Wilmuth A. Altenhein, 79, of Olivet died Jan. 30, 1996, at her residence after an extended illness. Mrs. Altenhein was born in Toledo, Ohio, the daughter of James and Bertha (Borgman) Lichty and had been an Olivet resident since 1952. She was a graduate of Middletown (Ohio) High School, 1937 graduate of the University of Cincinnati General School of Nursing, had been a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Cecil, Ohio, since April 1, 1934, and a former Girl Scout and Camp Fire leader. She had been a registered nurse at Leila Hospital, Battle Creek, where she had been charge nurse in the Pediatrics Department, retiring in 1979 after 39 years of service. She had also been co-owner, with her husband, of the Pine Lake Resort in Olivet for 16 years. Services were Feb. 2 at the First Assembly of God Church, Olivet, with the Rev. Douglas Hammond officiating. Interment was in the Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Good Samaritan Hospice or Visiting Nurse Services. _______________ Cecil J. Anderson Cecil James Anderson, 78, of Stanton, formerly of Eaton Rapids died June 13, 1996, at the Sheridan Hospital. Mr. Anderson was born June 15, 1917, in Eaton Rapids, the son of Harry and Celia (Moore) Anderson. He was a 1938 graduate of Eaton Rapids High School. He served with the 1st Calvary Division during World War II, and was a life member of the D.A.V., William Spark Division #10 of Jackson. He retired from General Motors Oldsmobile Division in Lansing and was a member of the U.A.W. Local #652. Services were June 17 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Thomas Evans officiating. Interment was in the Oakwood Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. _______________ Virginia Archer Virginia Archer, formerly of Dimondale, died Sept. 15, 1996. Mrs. Archer was born Jan. 17, 1922, the daughter of Boyd and Vivian (Cutler) Bliss. She was former owner of the Colonial Motel in Eaton Rapids. Memorial mass will be at St. Mary Catholic Church in Charlotte at 4 p.m. Oct. 3, with the Rev. Thomas Nenneau officiating. Arrangements were by Pray Funeral Home. _______________ Edwin M. Arndt Edwin M. Arndt, 67, of Grand Ledge died Dec. 14, 1996, at a Lansing hospital. Mr. Arndt was born June 11, 1929, in Hubbard, Saskatchewan, Canada, the son of Mike and Edith (Debler) Arndt. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict and a retired employee of Lindbert Heat-Treat. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Norma, in 1980. Services were Dec. 16 at the Barker-Leik Funeral Home, Mulliken, with Pastor Charles Moore officiating. Interment was in the Needmore Cemetery. _______________ Ernest L. Arndt Ernest L. Arndt, 83, of Grand Ledge died April 23, 1996, at the Clement J. Zablocki V.A. Medical Center, Milwaukee, Wis. Mr. Arndt was born Dec. 4, 1912, in Hubbard, Saskatchewan, Canada, the son of Emil and Rosalie (Yeske) Arndt. He was a farmer, World War II Army Veteran, a member of the Charlotte American Legion, VFW, D.A.V., and P.A.V. He married Lois Dean on May 8, 1942. Services were April 27 at the Barker-Leik Funeral Home, Mulliken, with the Pastor Bob Besemer officiating. Interment was in the Danby Cemetery. _______________ Randy N. Arnett Randy N. Arnett, 42, of Eaton Rapids, died Oct. 6, 1996, in Eaton Rapids. Mr. Arnett was born April 8, 1954, in Lansing, the son of Nelson and Phyllis (Ripley) Arnett. He was an employee of the W.S. Smith Co. for 20 years. Services were held Oct. 12 at the Peters and Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge, with the Rev. Robert Betts officiating. Interment was in the Oakwood Cemetery, Grand Ledge. Memorial contributions may be made to the Arnett children's fund. _______________ Debra G. Arnold Debra G. Arnold, 44, of Mulliken died Nov. 9, 1996, at her home following a battle with cancer. Ms. Arnold was born Jan. 23, 1952, in Lansing, the daughter of Marny and Ethlyn (Huffman) Arnold. She was a supervisor with the Michigan Treasury Department. Graveside services were Nov. 12 at the Meadowbrook Cemetery, Mulliken, with the Rev. Dick Cross officiating. Arrangements were made by the Barker-Leik Funeral Home, Mulliken. _______________ Rosemary Ayotte Rosemary Ayotte, 78, of Charlotte, died Sept. 12, 1996. Mrs. Ayotte was born May 2, 1918, in Detroit, the daughter of Albert and Ida Hauser. She worked at Bos Bakery, for 30 years at Behrens and Rowe/Browns Drug Store in Charlotte, and most recently at Wildern's Drug Store in Charlotte, retiring in 1994. She was preceded in death by her dear friend, Joan Smith. Services were Sept. 5 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of Lansing or Charlotte Public Library. _______________ Caryl A. Backus Caryl A. Backus, 69, of Charlotte died Dec. 19, 1996, at his home, a few weeks after being diagnosed with cancer of the liver. Mr. Backus was born Feb. 25, 1927, in Lansing, the son of Clare and May Backus. He retired from Oldsmobile in 1979 after 30 years of service as a mechanic in experimental engineering. He was a World War II veteran, having served in the U.S. Army as staff sergeant for the motor pool in Germany. He received the Army of Occupation medal in the European Middle Eastern Campaign and the World War II Victory medal. He was a member of VFW Post #6034. He married Patricia George Dec. 20, 1947. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia in 1995 and one brother, Wayne in 1995. Visitation is today, Sunday, Dec. 22, from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Services are Monday, Dec. 23, at 1 p.m. at the Potterville United Methodist Church with Pastor Paul Bailey and the Rev. Jeffrey Nunham officiating. Interment will be in the Benton Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Potterville UMC. _______________ Patricia J. Bailey Patricia June Bailey, 59, of Sunfield died April 27, 1996, at Sparrow Hospital. Mrs. Bailey was born in Saranac June 25, 1936, the daughter of Vernard and Lillian (Pemperton) Miller. She married Carl Thomas Bailey Aug. 1, 1952, and was formerly employed by Universal Leigh Products in Saranac. She was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Pvt. Brian Allbright of the Woodbury United Brethren Church officiating. Interment followed at Sunfield Cemetery. Pallbearers were Robert Goodenough, Russ Oakley, Loren Lewis, Eric Lewis, Joel McDowell, and Thomas Magee. _______________ Grace Bailiff Grace Bailiff, 85, of Sunfield died July 25, 1996, at the Carson City Hospital. Mrs. Bailiff was born June 9, 1911, in Salem, Ore., the daughter of Ludwig and Mary (Remland) Betker. She married Garland Bailiff in Marion, Ore., May 10, 1929. She had been a resident of Michigan since 1936. She was preceded in death by her husband, Garland in Oct. 1977; one great-grandson, William Bailiff Jr., in 1982; and a son-in-law, Bruce Sandborn in 1994. Services were July 27 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield, with the Rev. Kirk Starkweather officiating. Interment was in the East Sebewa Cemetery, Sebewa Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. _______________ Lucinda K. Baker Lucinda K. Baker, 45, of Bellevue, formerly of Battle Creek, died Dec. 3 at Borgess Medical Center, Kalamazoo, after a long illness. Mrs. Baker was born Nov. 1, 1951, in Battle Creek, the daughter of Richard and Katherine (Kubit) Lawrence. She graduated from Wayland High School in 1969. She attended Michigan State University for two years, receiving a bachelor's degree in finance and a master's degree in public administration from Western Michigan University. She was a financial analyst for the state of Michigan's Department of Social Services in the computer center, retiring in 1991 because of failing health. She underwent a kidney transplant Nov. 20, 1991. She married John Baker Aug. 1, 1970, in Martin. She worked with glass and made jewelry. She and her partner, Rosalie Wright, owned Distinctive Designs. They sold items through personal contact and at arts and crafts fairs. She was preceded in death by her parents. Services were Dec. 5 at the Shaw Funeral Home, Battle Creek, with the Rev. James Schenck officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Shaw Funeral Home, Battle Creek. _______________ Patricia D. Baker Patricia Delores Baker, 56, of Charlotte died Aug. 8, 1996, as a result of an automobile accident. Mrs. Baker was born Feb. 8, 1940 in Battle Creek, the daughter of Homer and Opal Jones. She had been a secretary-dispatcher for the Michigan Department of Transportation since 1962 until her retirement in 1995. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Angela Louise Baker in 1975. Services were held Aug. 13 at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Interment was in the Needmore Cemetery, Roxand Township. _______________ Traverse A. Baker Traverse A. Baker, 85, of Lansing died Jan. 29, 1996. Mr. Baker was born in Lansing April 3, 1910. He was a life-long area resident; a member of Mt. Hope United Methodist Church; veteran of World War II, serving in the United States Army; an inspector at Fisher Body Corp. for 36 years, retiring in 1972; former member of Lansing Lodge #196, B.P.O., Elks; and was a musician, having played with the Frankie Parker Band for 50 years. He was preceded in death by his brother, Eckford Baker, in 1995. Services were held Jan. 31 at the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel, with Rev. Paul Frederick of Mt. Hope United Methodist Church officiating. Interment followed at Evergreen Cemetery. _______________ Teri L. Barbour Teri Lynn Barbour, 37, of Dearborn Heights died May 15, 1996, at her home. Services were May 18 at the Querfeld Funeral Home, Dearborn. Cremation has taken place. Memorial contributions may be made to the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation, Michigan Chapter, 31313 Northwestern Hwy. #209, Farmington Hills, Mich. 48334. _______________ Tressa Barnett Tressa Barnett, 100, of Charlotte died July 1, 1996. Mrs. Barnett was born Jan. 17, 1896, in Dongola, Ill., the daughter of James and Maggie (Love) McLane. She had worked at Wilcox-Gay in Charlotte and Eaton Manufacturing, Battle Creek. She was preceded in death by her husband, L.B. "Ben" in 1958, and three sons, Leroy in 1989, Charles in 1985, and Benjamin in 1931. Services were July 3 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Joseph O. Bartolacci Joseph Orland Bartolacci, 76, of Charlotte died Aug. 2, 1996. Mr. Bartolacci was born Sept. 2, 1919, in Ann Arbor, the son of Joseph and Filomena Bartolacci. He was a state employee, retiring after 37 years of service. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Charlotte, and a 40-year member of Charlotte Country Club, where he was club champion for many years. He was a former president of the Michigan State Employees Association. He was preceded in death by one grandchild. Services were Aug. 6 at St. Mary's Church with Msgr. Vincent Howard officiating. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Mary Bartolacci Scholarship Fund. _______________ Donald J. Battisfore Donald J. Battisfore, 67, of Houghton died Sept. 1, 1996, at Portage Hospital where he had been a patient for the past two months. Mr. Battisfore was born May 4, 1929, in Marquette and attended the local schools. He later lived in Lansing and since 1980, had made his home in Houghton. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the Army. He was employed as a prison guard at the Marquette Correctional Facility and later joined the family business, the Battisfore Construction Co., in Marquette. Since 1980, he had owned and operated the Portage Motel in Houghton. He was a member of Ranger's VFW Post #6155 of South Range and the chamber of commerce. Services were Sept. 3 at the Plowe Funeral Home, Houghton, with Fr. William Callaci officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Douglas S. Baum Douglas S. Baum, 59, of Atlanta, formerly of Romulus died Oct. 18, 1996, at his home. Mr. Baum was born in Charlotte, the son of Howard and C. Lucille (Sutton) Baum. He was a graduate of Charlotte High School and the Wisconsin Institute of Mortuary Science. In 1967, he opened the Baum Funeral Home in Romulus, and was an active member of the community for 16 years before moving his family to Atlanta. He was past president of the Romulus Rotary Club, the Romulus Little League baseball and football, past president of the Romulus Chamber of Commerce, and received the Business Person of the Year Award in 1981. In Atlanta he continued his community activities as a member of the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce, president of the Tri-Township Ambulance Board and was a Post Bereavement Coordinator of Outreach Hospice. He was a life member of the National Rifle Association. He was a member of the Michigan Funeral Directors Association and the NFDA. He had been the Michigan Sales Manager for Monumental Sales, Inc., of St. Cloud, Minn. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam era. He was preceded in death by his stepfather, John Colizzi; and his son, Daniel. Services were Oct. 22 at the Nie Funeral Home, Ann Arbor, with Pastor Jeff Wordon officiating. Interment was in the Briley Township Cemetery, Atlanta. Memorial contributions may be made to the Daniel Baum Scholarship Fund, c/o Atlanta High School, Atlanta, Mich., 49709, or Outreach Hospice, Atlanta, Mich., 49709. _______________ Gladys I. Beal Gladys Irene Beal, 97, of Lansing, formerly of Charlotte, died June 12, 1996. Mrs. Beal was born Sept. 29, 1898, in Battle Creek, the daughter of Robert and Julia Ann Balance. She was a member of the South Baptist Church, Lansing. She was preceded in death by her husband, Philip, and one son, Richard. Graveside services were June 17 at Deepdale Cemetery, Lansing, with the Rev. Donald Dewey officiating. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Barbara Bernheisel Barbara "Teddy" Bernheisel, 51, of Olivet died March 7, 1996, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing. Mrs. Bernheisel was born in the Bronx, N.Y., and had been an Eaton County resident for many years. She was a graduate of Walton High School, in the Bronx, and received an associate's degree with honors from Mott Community College, Flint. She served with the U.S. Navy from 1962- 65 and was a member of American Legion Post #127, Anderson, Ind. She was employed with the state of Michigan Treasury Department. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Irene Lynn March 25, 1985. Services were March 11 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Marian W. Berry Marian Wanita Berry, 88, of Charlotte, formerly of Lansing, died March 10, 1996. Mrs. Berry was born Nov. 7, 1907, in Eaton County, the daughter of Orrin and Clara (Tirrell) Pifer. She taught school for many years in the Holt and Lansing public schools and was a 50-year member and Past Matron of Dimondale Order of Eastern Star #363. She was a member of the Mayflower Congregational Church, Lansing, the National Education Association, Michigan Education Association, and LSEA. She is preceded in death by one daughter, Kathryn in 1988, and her husband of 68 years, Richard in 1994. Services are Tuesday, March 12, at 2 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Pastor James Baughman officiating. Interment is at Markham Cemetery, Holt. Memorial contributions may be made to the Meals on Wheels program. _______________ Helen W. Berthelot Helen W. Berthelot of Westland died May 6, 1996. Mrs. Berthelot was a Democratic Party activist, campaign manager for Gov. G. Mennen Williams, and advisor to three generations of Michigan politicians. Memorial services were held May 10 at the Vermuelen Funeral Home in Westland. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. _______________ Celia M. Betts Celia M. Betts, 97, of Charlotte died Jan. 9, 1996, at her residence. Mrs. Betts was born May 17, 1898, in Beaverton, the daughter of William and Maude (Allen) Ottgen. Services were Jan. 12 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Duane Royston officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Neil O. Betz Neil Owen Betz, 45, of Alpena died June 21, 1996, at home after an extended illness. Mr. Betz was born Dec. 15, 1950, the son of Neil and Dorothy Betz. He had lived in the Alpena area since October 1992. He and the former Gayle Foot were married in St. Ignace June 17, 1989. He was a bank manager for Great Lakes Bankcorp, retiring in January 1995, a member and former deacon of the Word of Life Baptist Church, and a member of the Alpena Rotary Club and a former foster parent. Services were June 14 at the Word of Life Baptist Church with the Rev. Fred Sweet officiating. Arrangements were made by the Bannan Funeral Home, Alpena. Graveside services were June 26 at the Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. George Rutgers officiating. Local arrangements were made by the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to either the Hospice of Northeastern Michigan, ALS Association, or The Word of Life Baptist Church, Alpena. _______________ Russell Binkowski Russell Binkowski, 56, of Charlotte died unexpectedly June 22, 1996, in Lansing. Mr. Binkowski was born in Charlotte the son of Martin and Anna (Poskarbiewicz) Binkowski. He was a lifelong Charlotte area resident, and was employed by B.O.C., Lansing, retiring July 1995 after 36 1/2 years of service. He was preceded in death by one son, Keith Hammond in 1978, and one sister, Betty Boskey in 1993. Services were June 25 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with Pastor Scott Brood officiating. Interment was in the Bosworth Cemetery, Olivet. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Eaton County Unit. _______________ Helen Bobcik Helen Bobcik, 85, of Charlotte died Aug. 13, 1996. Mrs. Bobcik was born Nov. 7, 1910, in Czechoslovakia, the daughter of Mary and Joseph Harag. She was a cook for Charlotte Public Schools for 10 years until 1976. She taught sewing as a 4-H leader, worked for over 1,000 hours as a Red Cross Hospital volunteer at Hayes Green Beach Hospital in Charlotte, participated in HGB Hospital Auxiliary and Red Cross blood drives, and was a member of the Senior Citizens' Kitchen Band. She was preceded in death by her husband, John in 1996, two brothers, Joe and John Harag, and one sister, Anne McCune. Services were Aug. 16 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hayes Green Beach Hospital. _______________ Margaret M. Bockenstette Margaret Marie "Peg" Bockenstette, 71, of Charlotte died Feb. 23, 1996. Mrs. Bockenstette had worked in the office at General Aluminum in Charlotte until her retirement. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Charlotte. ______________ Thomas R. Bodell Thomas R. Bodell, 69, of Eaton Rapids died Oct. 30 at South Bay Hospital in Florida. He and his wife, Helen, spent their winters in Ruskin, Fla., for the past 10 years. A retiree from Oldsmobile after 30 years as an auto machine repairman, Mr. Bodell also was a Navy veteran and a Protestant. Brief services were conducted at Zipperer's Agape Mortuary, Ruskin, Fla. Memorial services will be conducted at a later date in Michigan. _______________ Rhea "Jean" Omagene Bostwick Rhea "Jean" Omagene Bostwick, 86, of Marshall, formerly of Charlotte, died June 30, 1996, in Marshall. Mrs. Bostwick was born the daughter of Mason and Florence (Gunnell) DePue April 2, 1910, in Eaton Rapids. She was preceded in death by her husband, George in Sept. 1984. Graveside services were July 3 at the White Pigeon Cemetery, White Pigeon. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Cecil Bosworth Cecil Lawrence Bosworth, 91, of Charlotte died March 17, 1996. Mr. Bosworth was born Sept. 13, 1904, in Sunfield, the son of Guy and Mae (McWhorter) Bosworth. Services were March 21 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, and interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Following the service, the funeral procession proceeded to FHB Airport, giving Cecil Bosworth his final trip down the runway. A group of pilots flew over the cemetery during those services. They included James Balgoyen, Robert Britton, Scott Britton, and Paul Wilson, all of Charlotte; Matt Ayotte of Eagle; Max Skinner of Eaton Rapids; Daryl Shook of Vermontville; Doug Vanator of Olivet; David Kosbar and Davey Pier, both of Grand Ledge; and Larry Benjamin and Steve Dionise, both of Lansing. He was preceded in death by his wife, Louise March 13, 1984, one son, Grant Oct. 31, 1995, and an infant granddaughter. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cecil Bosworth Aviation Education Fund. _______________ Gertrude E. Bouck Gertrude E. Bouck, 96, of Grand Ledge, died Aug. 6, 1996 at her home. Mrs. Bouck was born the daughter of Fred Gilbert and Mahalia Sherman. She was a lifetime area resident, retired Grand Ledge School food service employee, and member of the First Congregational United Church of Christ, Grand Ledge. She was preceded in death by her husband, Howell in 1973, and one son, Vene in 1981. Services were held Aug. 8 at the Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge, with the Rev. John Baumgartner officiating. Interment was in the Oakwood Cemetery, Grand Ledge. Memorial contributions may be made to Lincoln Brick Park Memorial Fund. _______________ Jean P. Bradford Jean Pearson Bradford, 71, of Eaton Rapids died Feb. 11, 1996. Mrs. Bradford was born in England in 1924. She came to the United States in 1946 as the bride of William Pearson and settled in Eaton Rapids. She was one of the first employees of the Eaton Stamping Company. After many years away, she returned to Eaton Rapids after the death of her first husband in 1866 and married a second time to Lawrence "Duff" Bradford. She was preceded in death by her two husbands, one son, William Pearson, and one grandson, Todd Bradford. Services were Feb. 14 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Carl Sundermeyer officiating. Interment was in Griffith Cemetery in rural Jackson County. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Rapids Community Hospital or the Salvation Army. _______________ Murray E. Bradley Murray E. Bradley, 93, of Charlotte, formerly of Olivet, died Friday, July 5, 1996 at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility where he had been a patient of several years. Murray was born June 14, 1903 in Walton Township, Eaton County, the son of Merritt and Alice Maude (Ogden) Bradley and was a lifelong Eaton County resident. He had been a farmer all his life on the Joseph Bradley Centennial farm in Walton Township until retiring in 1972. He also did a lot of custom farm work for others in the area. He moved to Charlotte upon retirement. He was a member of the Eaton County Historical Society, member of the St. John's Episcopal Church in Charlotte, member of the A.A.R.P., had been a longtime member of the Grange and had attended many Senior Citizens meetings and dinners. He had donated many antiques from his old home to be displayed in the Old Eaton County Courthouse in downtown Charlotte. He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant sister. Surviving are numerous cousins residing in the area. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, July 8, 1996 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment will be in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. The family will receive visitors from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m., Sunday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Eaton County Medical Care Facility Activities Department. _______________ Dorothy M. Bradshaw Dorothy M. "Liz" Bradshaw, 76, of Battle Creek died Oct. 8, 1996, in Arboridge Care Center, Galesburg. Mrs. Bradshaw was born May 4, 1920, in Park Falls, Wis., the daughter of Edmond and Elizabeth (Campbell) Stiede. She married Clinton Bradshaw July 24, 1940, in Battle Creek. She had lived in Wisconsin, Michigan, California, Idaho, and Washington. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; three brothers, Archie, Albert, and Charles; and two sisters, Alice Nickells and DoViolet Stiede. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Arrangements were made by the Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue. Memorial contributions may be made to the Culver Road Church of God or Arboridge Care Center, Galesburg. _______________ Betty Brandon Betty Ann Brandon, 50, of Olivet died Sept. 21, 1996. Mrs. Brandon was born April 29, 1946, in Kentucky, the daughter of Zack and Ruth (Armstrong) Morgan. She had worked at Classie Lassie's in Grand Ledge for many years, and at Spurgeon's. She was presently working for Connie's Beauty Studio in Charlotte. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Michelle; and her father, Zack. Services were Sept. 24 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery. _______________ Oscar F. Britton Oscar F. Britton, 92, of Lansing, died July 31, 1996. Mr. Britton was born Sept. 29, 1903, in Essex Township, Clinton County. He was a graduate of St. Johns High School and Ferris State University. He was a registered pharmacist and owned and operated Britton's Drugs and Sports in Lansing for 52 years. After retiring, he donated the store fixtures and soda fountain to FSU for construction of a replica drugstore of early years. He also donated the building to the Lansing City Rescue Mission. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lilah (Glumm), one brother, Dr. Charles Britton, and one sister, Ruby Patterson. Graveside services were held Aug. 3 at the Evergreen Cemetery, Lansing, with the Rev. Daniel Hicks officiating. Local arrangements were made by the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lansing City Rescue Mission. _______________ Frances E. Brown Frances Ellen Brown, 90, of Charlotte died Dec. 5, 1996. Mrs. Brown was born Dec. 6, 1905, in Slagle, the daughter of William and Bessie (Brough) Heinze. She married Rolland Brown in Potterville on Nov. 8, 1930. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rolland, in 1982. Family affirmation services were held Dec. 9 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. John Bookshaw officiating. Interment was in the Benton Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Kiwanis Manor. _______________ Sharon E. Bruce Sharon Elaine Bruce, 51, died July 21 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. Mrs. Bruce was born June 25, 1945 in Lake Odessa, the daughter of Irving King and Margaret Apsey (Willett). She was preceded in death by Carson Willett and Irving King. Services were July 24 at the Nashville Baptist Church with the Rev. Lester DeGroot officiating. Interment was at Deepdale Memorial Park, Lansing. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sunfield Area Sponsors of Programs for Youth Scholarship Fund. Arrangements were made by the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. _______________ Mildred M. Bryner Mildred Marie Bryner, 79, of Bellevue, formerly of Charlotte died April 9 at Tendercare Nursing Home, Marshall. Mrs. Bryner was born in Clinton County, the daughter of Barney and Ida (Baker) Kelley. She was preceded in death by her husband, Franklin, in 1974, and one son, Roger, in 1988. Services were April 13 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Pastor Stephen Covert officiating. Interment was in the West Carmel Cemetery. _______________ George H. Bugbee George Harold Bugbee, 71, of Manistee, formerly of Olivet died May 5, 1996, at the West Shore Hospital, Manistee, after an extended illness. Mr. Bugbee was born in Walton Township, Eaton County, the son of George and Harriet (Rice) Bugbee. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II, and was a retired asbestos worker. He was a member of the Olivet Lodge #267 F&AM. Graveside services and interment were May 8 at the Bosworth Cemetery, Olivet. Arrangements were made by the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice. _______________ Merle K. Bunker Merle Kenneth Bunker, 86, of Charlotte, formerly of Eaton Rapids died Oct. 25, 1996, at the Mary Avenue Nursing Home, Lansing. Mr. Bunker was born June 9, 1910, in Aurelius Township, the son of George Washington and Cora (Eckart) Bunker. He served in the Army during WWII, and was a millwright for the Horner Woolen Mills for 30 years. He was also employed at a Lansing Stamping plant for 17 years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Hazel, in 1992. Graveside services were Oct. 28, at the Bunker Cemetery in rural Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Carl Sundermeyer of the First Congregational Church officiating. Arrangements were made by the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. _______________ Henry Burns Henry Burns, 81, of Charlotte died Nov. 2, 1996, following a lengthy illness. Mr. Burns was born Oct. 3, 1915, in Drake County, Ohio, the son of Eddie and Ethel Burns. He worked for Fisher Body for 40 years. He was in the Navy for two years as a Seabee in the 130th Naval Construction Battery. He was a member of the American Legion Post #225. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Orville and Kenneth Burns; and one sister, Mabel Burns. Services were Nov. 6 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Robin Clair officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. _______________ Mabel M. Burns Mabel M. Burns, 82, of Eaton Rapids died Jan. 22, 1996, following a short illness. Mrs. Burns was born July 23, 1913, in New Weston, Ohio, the daughter of Eddie and Ethel (McCabe) Burns. She was a clerk for the F.W. Woolworth Co. in Lansing for 30 years, retiring in 1978. During World War II, she worked at the Airplane Factory in Wayne. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Kenneth and Orville Burns, and one sister, Golda Look. Services were Jan. 24 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Robin Clair officiating. Interment was in the Munger Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. _______________ Suzanne Butterfield Suzanne Butterfield, 61, of Charlotte died April 19, 1996, at her residence after an extended illness. Mrs. Butterfield was born in Royal Oak, the daughter of Eugene and Francis (Quinn) Newton. She was a 1952 graduate of Berkley High School. She was a skilled basket maker and caned chairs. Services were April 22 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Pastor John Bookshaw officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. _______________ James G. Carter James G. "Prune" Carter, 22, of Warren, Ohio, died April 28, 1996, at St. Joseph Health Care Center, from an accidental gun shot wound. Mr. Carter was born March 15, 1974, in Sparta, Ill., the son of Tim and Sarah (Crider) Carter. He lived in the Bellevue and Charlotte area for a few years. He attended the West Carmel Church. He was a resident of Warren, Ohio, for six years. Services were May 2 at the Warren Revival Center, Levitsburg, Ohio. _______________ Mildred A. Carter Mildred Alice Carter, 75, of Vermontville died Nov. 1, 1996. Mrs. Carter was born Aug. 30, 1921, in Hastings, the daughter of Walter and Flossie (Wood) Dimond. She formerly operated Shadowland Roller Skating Rink and the Little Venice Café. She was an honorary member of the Maple Valley Vietnam Veterans Ellis E. Austin Chapter #329. She was preceded in death by one son, William Tomlinson in 1993; and five brothers, Frank, Max, and Allison Milbourne, and Clyde and John Dimond. Services were Nov. 4 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Pastor Lester DeGroot officiating. Interment was in the Woodland Cemetery, Vermontville Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. _______________ Herlinda Casanova Herlinda Casanova, 72, of Grand Ledge, died July 11, 1996, in Charlotte. Mrs. Casanova was born April 11, 1924, in San Antonio, Texas, the daughter of Manuel and Concepcion (Perida) Leos. She was the former owner of Linda's Café, Lansing. Services were July 15 at St. Michael Catholic Church, Grand Ledge, with Fr. Bob McGraw officiating. Interment was in the Oakwood Cemetery, Grand Ledge. Arrangements were made by Peters and Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. _______________ Mary E. Chase Mary E. Chase, 81, of Charlotte died May 16, 1996, at the Michigan Capitol Medical Center-Greenlawn Campus after a short illness. Mrs. Chase was born in Walton Twp., Eaton County, the daughter of George and Bessie (Mellor) Bradley and had been a lifelong area resident. She was a 1934 graduate of Olivet High School, a former 4-H leader, member of the Extension Club, Olivet Senior Citizens, and Cheerful Campers. Services were May 20 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with Pastor Richard Raab officiating. Interment was in the Bosworth Cemetery, Olivet. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. _______________ Herbert E. Childs Herbert E. Childs, 84, of Vermontville died March 8, 1996, at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility in Charlotte. Mr. Childs was born in Vermontville Jan. 29, 1912, the son of Fay and Nancy Childs. He spent most of his life helping out on the family farm, with the last 15 years residing at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility. He was the unofficial greeter at ECMCF because of his enjoyment of others. Services were held March 11 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel in Sunfield. Interment followed at Sunfield Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Bismark Schoolhouse in care of Rose Steward. _______________ Otto H. Christensen Otto H. Christensen, 78, of Charlotte, and founder of Christensen's Furniture, Inc., died June 1, 1996. Mr. Christensen was born July 19, 1917, in Edmore, the son of Fred and Ottie (Wilson) Christensen. He began her career in the furniture business in 1937 at Trower's Furniture, Alma. From 1938-47 he managed Packard's Furniture in Alma, with the exception of three years which he served in the U.S. Army during World War II. In 1947 he purchased Hess Furniture in Nashville. He served as president of the Nashville Village Council and president of the Nashville Lions Club, as well as numerous other civic organizations. IN 1961 he purchased Packard's Furniture in Charlotte which he operated until his retirement in 1979. He was a life member of Free & Accepted Masons Charlotte Lodge #120, Horace S. Maynard Chapter #82 R.A.M., and Charlotte Commandery #37 Knights Templar, as well as Saladin Temple A.A.O.N.M.S. of Grand Rapids and 32nd Degree, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of Grand Rapids. He was a member of the Eaton County Shrine Club, life member of VFW Post #2406, and American Legion Post #43 in Charlotte. Other memberships include the Charlotte Country Club, Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church, and a 50-year member of the Alma, Nashville, and Charlotte Lions Clubs. Services were June 4 at the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church, Charlotte, with the Reverends George and Edna Fleming officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Arrangements were made by both Pray Funeral Home and Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church, Charlotte. _______________ Hugh M. Clark Hugh M. Clark, 78, of Eaton Rapids died Oct. 22, 1996, at the St. Lawrence/Dimondale Center. Mr. Clark was born July 30, 1918, in Eaton County, the son of Fred and Delia (Covey) Clark. He was a retired sales distributions manager for the Diamond R.E.O. Company in Lansing. He was a member of the First Congregational Church in Eaton Rapids, and the Eaton Rapids Kiwanis Club. He was preceded in death by his son, Victor, in 1965. Services were Oct. 25 at the Skiner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Carl Sundermeyer of the First Congregational Church officiating. Interment was in the Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Congregational Church. _______________ Lee S. Clark Lee Smith Clark, 88, died March 4, 1996. Mr. Smith was born July 13, 1907, in Eaton Rapids Township, Eaton County, the son of Arthur W. and Lena (Smith) Clark. He attended the Smith School and the Lansing Conservatory of Music. He lived his entire life on a 120-acre Centennial farm on Smith Road. A landmark white oak on the farm, believed to be a sapling during the Revolutionary War, was the largest caliper tree registered in Eaton County in 1995. In the early 1930's, Mr. Clark operated a grocery store and gas station on Walter Street in the city of Eaton Rapids. He served a number of years as the chairman of the board of the Smith School and was a past president of Eaton County Farm Bureau. He was a member of Robbins Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents; step-mother, Florence; two brothers, Lyle and Charles Clark; and two sisters, Bernice Barrett and Myrtie Phillips. Services were March 6 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Paul Mergener officiating. Interment was in the Munger Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Mary June Garn for the Rapids Ringers Elementary Handbell Choir. _______________ Margaret M. Clark Margaret Maree Clark, 67, of Charlotte died Oct. 20, 1996. Mrs. Clark was born Nov. 15, 1928, in Battle Creek, the daughter of John Eaton and Maree (Lauch) Houghtaling. She was a nurse and had been employed at Hayes Green Beach Hospital for 22 years. She graduated from Delton Kellogg High School and owned and operated the C & H Convalescent Home for years. She married James Clark Dec. 5, 1947, at Ft. Custer Chapel in Battle Creek. Services were Oct. 24 at the First Baptist Church, Charlotte, with Pastor Charles Moon officiating. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. _______________ Lori B. Clarke Lori Beth "PJ" Clarke, 15, of Potterville died March 20, 1996, as the result of an automobile accident. PJ was born April 3, 1980, in Lansing, the daughter of Donald Schwerin and Sally (King) Clarke. She was a student at Potterville Alternative Education and a former Potterville High School cheerleader and member of the volleyball and basketball teams. Services were March 23 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Paul Bailey and the Rev. David Mahnke officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Kathryn I. Coats Kathryn I. Coats, 98, of Narrow Lake died Oct. 21, 1996, at the Eaton Manor Nursing Home, Charlotte. Mrs. Coats was born Aug. 3, 1898, in Albion, the daughter of Fred and Mabel (Tichner) Burkwalt. She was a member of the Brookfield United Methodist Church, and a life member of the Brookfield Lodge #352 Order of Eastern Star with 75 years membership. She owned and operated Coats Adult Foster Care Home at Narrow Lake since 1980. She was preceded in death by her husband, Chester, in 1966; and one son, Floyd, in 1975. Services were Oct. 24 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Pastor Geri Litchfield of the Brookfield United Methodist Church officiating. Interment was in the Clarence Center Cemetery, Duck Lake. O.E.S. memorial services were conducted by the Brookfield Ledge on Oct. 23. Memorial contributions may be made to either the Brookfield United Methodist Church, or the Brookfield Order of the Eastern Star Lodge #253. _______________ Freeman J. Coblentz Freeman J Coblentz, 71, of Vermontville died March 14, 1996. Mr. Coblentz was born June 18, 1924, in Stark County, Canton, Ohio, the son of John and Annie (Miller) Coblentz. He owned his own farm and was also a heavy equipment operator. He was a member of the Old Order Amish Church. He was preceded in death by one brother, Andrew. Services were March 16 at the Freeman Detweiler residence, 5875 W. Kinsel Hwy., Charlotte. Interment was in Rest Haven Cemetery, Charlotte. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Antonio A. Coito Jr. Antonio Augustus Coito Jr., 70, of Charlotte died Dec. 8, 1996. Mr. Coito was born Sept. 6, 1926, in New Bedford, Mass., the son of Antonio and Anna Coito. He worked for the City of Lansing for 26 years until his retirement. He was a World War II Veteran who served on the USS Vincennes Association and the CL64 Crew of the USS Vincennes. He was a member of the Charlotte VFW Post #2406, and the Disabled American Veteran Chapter #8 of Lansing. Memorial services were Dec. 12 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Interment of cremains was in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Hattie M. Cole Hattie Marie (Holmes) Cole, 48, of Grand Ledge died Feb. 6, 1996, in a Lansing hospital. Mrs. Cole was a lifetime area resident; active member of Oneida Gospel Church; and former St. Lawrence Hospital nursery employee. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Flossie Holmes. Services were held Feb. 10 at Oneida Gospel Church, with Rev. Jeffrey Nunham officiating. Arrangements were handled by the Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. Contributions may be made to the Oneida Gospel Church. _______________ Margie Cole Margie Cole, 85, of Olivet died Jan. 26, 1996, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, after an extended illness. Mrs. Cole was born in Magoffin County, Ken., the daughter of Elbert and Polly (Salyers) Cole and had been an Olivet area resident since 1964. She was a retired employee of the housekeeping department at Olivet College and a member of the Faith Assembly of God, Olivet. She was preceded in death by three sons, Larry, Kenneth, and Merril, two grandsons, roger Samuel and Nick Cole, two great-great-grandchildren, Nickie and David Yoder, nine sisters, and four brothers. Services were Jan. 29 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Thomas McLane and the Rev. Winford Collins officiating. Interment was in the Rice Creek Cemetery, Lee Township, Calhoun County. Memorial contributions may be made to the Faith Assembly of God. _______________ Ilene "Bessie" Collier Ilene "Bessie" Collier, 79, of Charlotte died Sept. 17, 1996. Mrs. Collier was born Sept. 21, 1916, the daughter of Claude and Bertha (Frantz) Steward. She was a medical facility laundress until her retirement. She was a member of the Free Methodist Church and Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #3552, Charlotte. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gordon in 1987. Services were Sept. 21 at the Free Methodist Church, Charlotte, with the Rev. Cyril Page officiating. Interment was in the Sunfield Cemetery, Sunfield Township. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Robert B. Collins Robert "Bob" Burton Collins, 100, of Sarasota, Fla., formerly of Charlotte, died April 22, 1996. Mr. Collins was born Aug. 9, 1895 in Charlotte. He and his wife, Marie, have lived in Florida for the past 40 years. He spent his early life in Michigan where he attended public school and later the University of Michigan. He was a registered pharmacist and owned and operated the Collins Drug Store in Charlotte, dating back to the Civil War. He was a veteran of World War I, and a member of the American Legion and D.A.V. Among his many interests, was his life membership in the University of Michigan Alumni Association and the Aracia Fraternity. He was a member of the Masonic Order for over 75 years. He belonged to the Blue Lodge, Chapter and Commandery, and Shrine and Jester Organizations. He was past president of the Sarasota Shrine Club. He was a member of the Sarasota Rotary Club, Shrine Club, Sarasota Yacht Club, and the Covenant Life Presbyterian Church. Services were April 26 at the Covenant Life Presbyterian Church. Interment was in the Palms Memorial Park, Sarasota. Memorial contributions may be made to the Shriners Hospital for Cripples Children, c/o Recorder Sahib Temple, 600 N. Beneva Rd., Sarasota, Fla., 34232, or Covenant Life Presbyterian Church, 3023 Proctor Rd., Sarasota, Fla., 34231. _______________ Darrell G. Combs Darrell G. Combs, 43, of Hastings, formerly of Charlotte, died June 23, 1996, in Charlotte after an extended illness. Mr. Combs was born in Hazard, Ken., the son of Ira and Edna Mae (Maggard) Combs and had lived in Charlotte for 33 years. He was a resident of Thornapple Lake, Hastings. He was a graduate of the Olivet High School Adult Education Program, had served in the United States Army in Germany during the Vietnam War, had been employed by the Hoover Group-Aluminum Extrusions Division, Charlotte, and most recently, was a self-employed painter. Services were June 26 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with Pastor Jeffrey Nunham officiating. Charles Jensen gave the eulogy. Military graveside services were provided by Maple City VFW Post #2406 Honor Guard at the Bosworth Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Viola Combs Viola Combs, 68, of Charlotte died Sept. 27, 1996, at her residence after an extended illness. Mrs. Combs was born Aug. 24, 1928, in Ison, Ken., the daughter of Isaac and Glessie (Thomas) Maggard and has been a Charlotte resident for about 39 years. She had been a cook at the former Townhouse and Hi-Lo Restaurants in Charlotte, retiring several years ago. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lacy Nov. 8, 1994, one sister, Belvie Maggard, and two brothers, Ishmal and Daniel Maggard. Services were Oct. 1 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte. Interment was in the Bosworth Cemetery, Olivet. _______________ Francelle E. Commeau Francelle "Frankie" Eugenia Commeau, 95, died Jan. 12, 1996 at Moores Adult Foster Care, Charlotte. Mrs. Commeau was born July 21, 1900, in Tucson, Ariz., the daughter of Robert and Lucretia (Robson) Hill. She was a Selective Service Agent in Greenly County, Ariz. Services were Jan. 16 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ David W. Conklin David W. Conklin, 39, of Potterville died Oct. 10, 1996, as the result of an automobile accident. Mr. Conklin was born Dec. 15, 1956, in Lansing. He was a 1975 graduate of Williamston High School and attended Michigan State University on a baseball scholarship. He was employed with the State of Michigan, Department of Management and Bedget, Office Services Division. He was a junior varsity baseball and football coach at Williamston High School, and coached little leagues in all sports for many years. He was preceded in death by his father, Palmer Conklin in 1994. Services were Oct. 16 at the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel, with Pastor Ivan Stubbs of the Cornerstone Assembly of God Church of Okemos officiating. Interment was in the Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to a memorial fund for his children. _______________ Arthur H. Cook Arthur H. Cook, 79, of Hastings died April 10, 1996, at his residence. Mr. Cook was born July 21, 1916, in Sho-Shoen, Idaho, the son of Howard and Georgia (Lyford) Cook. He moved to Michigan in 1928 and attended rural schools. He married Margaret Rogers July 3, 1938. He served in the U.S. Army from 1942-45. He had been employed by the Wohlert Corporation, Grand Ledge Bill, as a mail carrier, and had owned and operated a self serve laundry business in Grand Ledge for 14 years. He moved to Nashville in 1959 where he owned and operated a tavern for three years. He moved to Hastings in 1961 and worked for E.W. Bliss for nine years and Hastings Aluminum from 1970-78 before retiring. He was a member of Masonic Lodge #179, Grand Ledge, and a life member of both the Hastings Elks Lodge and the 119th Field Artillery American Legion Post #45, Hastings. He was preceded in death by his twin brother, Archie in 1973. Services were April 12 at the Girrbach Funeral Home, Hastings, with the Rev. Bufford Coe officiating. Interment was with full military honors was in Fort Custer National Cemetery, Battle Creek. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. _______________ Rhoda F. Cooper Rhoda F. Cooper, 95, of Charlotte died Dec. 17, 1996, at the St. Lawrence Dimondale Center after a long illness. Mrs. Cooper was born in Albion, the daughter of William and Ida (Jeffries) Peck and had been a Charlotte resident since 1958. She was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church in Charlotte. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl Cooper, in 1973; and a stepson, Edward Cooper. Services were Dec. 20 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with Pastor Mark Booth of the Calvary Baptist Church officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Calvary Baptist Church. _______________ Bernard L. Coplin Bernard L. Coplin, 88, of Middlebury, Ind., formerly of Olivet, died July 15, 1996, at the Carriage Manor Nursing Home, Goshen, Ind., after a long illness. Mr. Coplin was born Nov. 4, 1907, in Olivet, the son of Leonard and Edna (Lewis) Coplin. He was a graduate of Olivet High School, attended Michigan State College, and served as a pilot in the Civil Air Patrol during World War II. He had been the manager of the Battle Creek Farm Bureau for 28 years and later worked for Sullivan's Milk Products (later Ashley Dairy) in Battle Creek for 12 years, from which he retired in 1961. He and his wife moved from Olivet in 1993 to be near their son, Paul, and nephew, Dean Whittington, both of Middlebury, Ind. He retained membership in the Ainger Bible Church, Olivet, sang in a group called the Good Will Four, and had served as a singer and music director with the former Four Gospel Church, Battle Creek. He was preceded in death by one son, Velburn in 1953, and one sister, Ila Swain in 1972. Services were July 18 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with Pastors John Benham and Paul DelMark officiating. Interment was in the Bosworth Cemetery, Olivet. Memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia Foundation. _______________ Donald Corbeil Donald Corbeil, 68, of Eaton Rapids died April 23, 1996. Mr. Corbeil was born May 13, 1927, in Detroit, the son of Romeo and Clara (Sharing) Corbeil. He was a veteran of World War II, serving with the Army Airborne Division; a charter member of the VFW Post #6986 of Onondaga; and was employed at Darue Engineering in Eaton Rapids. Services were April 26 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Thomas Evans officiating. A military graveside service followed at the Maple Grove Cemetery in Mason conducted by both the VFW Post #6986 of Onondaga and the American Legion Post #15 of Eaton Rapids. _______________ Mamie B. Cove Mamie B. Cove, 94, of Freeport, formerly of the Charlotte area, died March 13, 1996. Mrs. Cove was born Oct. 10, 1901, in Summet County, Tenn., the daughter of Cornelious and Nancy (Dinning) Mayes. She retired from the upholstery business and had worked for the Charlotte Chair Company besides being self-employed. She was preceded in death by her husband, Louis, in 1980, and one son, Morrison Mayes during WWII. Services were March 15 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Allen W. Cox Allen W. Cox, 86, of Charlotte died Dec. 21, 1996, in Charlotte. Mr. Cox was born in Lee Township, Calhoun County, Nov. 28, 1910, the son of Francis Marion and Marjorie (Willis) Cox. He was a Charlotte High School graduate and during his senior year in 1929, attended an organizational meeting and made the motion to adopt the charter for FFA in Michigan. He graduated from Michigan State College in 1933 with a degree in Agriculture Education and taught agriculture in Evart and Bellevue. He later worked for the Farm Security Administration and sold life insurance for Sun Life of Canada. He was associated with United Methodist Men, the American Red Cross blood donor program, Charlotte Masonic Lodge #120 (Mason of the Year 1974), Eaton County Shrine Club and Saladin Temple, Order of Eastern Star (Past Patron of Maple City Chapter #218), Charlotte Commandery #37 Knight Templar (Sir Knight in 1963), Eaton County Cancer Society, CHS Alumni Association, March of Dimes, Muscular Dystrophy Society, and Michigan State Bowling Association. The activity in which he participated for the longest time was Lion's Club. He joined in Bellevue in 1936 and transferred to Charlotte in 1943. In July 1991, he was honored for 48 years of perfect attendance and sponsoring 87 new members. On March 1, 1980, he was honored with an appreciation banquet and an official proclamation of "Al Cox Day" in Charlotte to commemorate his many years of service to the community. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Lewellyn of Sears, in 1938, and one sister, Virginia Marsh of Eaton Rapids. A memorial service is being held today, Sunday, Dec. 29, at 2 p.m. at Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. There will be a reception following. Memorial contributions may be made to Charlotte Lions Club service projects or Lawrence Avenue UMC. _______________ Alice Jean Cross Alice Jean Cross, 66, of Charlotte, died Tuesday, Aug. 20, 1996. Mrs. Cross was born Oct. 7, 1929, in Lansing, the daughter of Donald and Thelma (Kendall) Holmes. She worked at Sears for 20 years as a sales person. Funeral services were Thursday, Aug. 22 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte with Rev. Earl Cross officiating. Interment was at Maple Hill Cemetery. _______________ Charles W. Cummins Charles W. "Wally" Cummins, 71, of Bellevue died April 4, 1996, at his residence. Mr. Cummins was born Nov. 15, 1924, in Quincy, the son of Raymond and Bernice (Blake) Cummins. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1841 to 1945 as a Gunners Mate on the Destroyer USS MADDOX. He married Marguerite Decker on June 21, 1947, in Muskegon. He was called back into the Navy from 1950 to 1951 during the Korean Conflict. In 1952 they moved from Muskegon to Bellevue. He was an assembly worker at Fisher Body in Lansing for 32 years, retiring in 1985. He was presently a part- time truck driver for Great Lakes Novelty Company in Bellevue. For the past four years he had been a docent at Binder Park Zoo and was a volunteer driver for Meals on Wheels and for the Eaton County Department of Social Services. He was a member and past president of the Bellevue Lions Club, served as a scout master for 15 years, was the Bellevue Balloon Days Parade chairman, and a former Bellevue Village Council member. He was a member of the Bellevue United Methodist Church, it's men's club, and served on the board of trustee's. He was elected Citizen of the Year in 1971. Services were April 8 at the Bellevue United Methodist Church, with the Pastor Mark Thompson officiating. Interment was in the Riverside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Binder Park Zoo or the Bellevue United Methodist Church. _______________ Donald S. Curtis Donald (D.C.) S. Curtis, 50, of New Port Richie, Fla., formerly of Charlotte, died Nov. 29, 1996, at Tampa General Hospital after a short illness. Mr. Curtis was born July 28, 1946, in Lansing and has lived in Florida for several years. He attended Olivet High School. While there, he met and married Janet Dupont. Memorial services were held Dec. 4 at Dobie's Funeral Home, New Port Richie. _______________ Vesta L. Curtis Vesta Lou Curtis, 57, of Lansing, formerly of Charlotte, died June 19, 1996. Ms. Curtis was born July 19, 1938, the daughter of Edward and Edith Mae (Miller) Curtis. She worked as a surrogate at Porter Apartments, Lansing. She was preceded in death by her parents, an infant brother, Lyle Edward Curtis, and one sister, Leota Peacock. Services were June 22 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Tom Haynie officiating. Interment was in the Riverside Cemetery, Bellevue. _______________ Beatrice A. Cutter Beatrice A. Cutter, 82, of Lansing died Aug. 16, 1996. Mrs. Cutter was born in Ann Arbor on June 17, 1914. She was a very wonderful, giving, and helpful person to many people. Services were held on Wednesday, Aug. 21, at the Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte, at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Charles Moore officiating. Interment was at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, in Lansing. _______________ Carl V. Cutting Carl V. Cutting, 81, of Springport died May 15, 1996, after a long illness. Services were May 18 at the Eaton Rapids Assembly of God with the Rev. Winford Collins officiating. Interment was in the Springport Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Robertson Funeral Homes, Springport. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. _______________ Hazel C. Danford Hazel Coolman Danford, 95, of Potterville died July 29, 1996. Mrs. Danford was born Nov. 6, 1900, in Ranson, the daughter of Almon and Isa C. (Radahaugh) Green. She was a musician and worked as a voice teacher and choir director in the Lansing area. She led the Capitol lawn music services for the star of Michigan, had been a charter member of Michigan Federation of Music for 50 years, was a past president of the Home Garden Club, Lansing, involved in the Matinee Musical of Lansing, and was Past Grand Counselor of the Ladies Auxiliary of United Commercial Travelers. She was preceded in death by her husband, Burt. Services were Aug. 1 at Potterville Methodist Church with the Rev. Paul Bailey officiating. Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery, Lansing. _______________ Woodrow Daniel Woodrow "Woody" Daniel, 77, of Charlotte died May 13, 1996, in Charlotte. Mr. Daniel was born in Wedowee, Ala., the son of William and Exie (Folds) Daniel. He was in the 41st Infantry in Japan during World War II. He attended the Pentecostal Church of God in Charlotte. He married Edwina Yonce Nov. 10, 1949, in South Carolina and retired from the Bendix Corporation in 1978 after 31 years of service. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Odell and Wheeler. Services were May 16 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Elbern Householder officiating. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery, South Bend, Ind. Memorial contributions may be made to Missionary Work of the Pentecostal Church of God. _______________ Ella M. Davis Ella May Davis, 94, of Charlotte died April 24, 1996, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, after a short illness. Mrs. Davis was born in Isabella County and had been a resident of Charlotte and Eaton County for approximately 30 years. Services were April 27 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Pastor Thomas McLand officiating. Interment was in the Oakwood Cemetery, Grand Ledge. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice. _______________ Genavee I. Davis Genavee I. Davis, 64, of Mulliken died July 31, 1996, following a long illness. Mr. Davis was born Sept. 25, 1931 in Roxand Township, the daughter of Claude and Jessie (Hosey) Cox. She was preceded in death by her husband, George in 1993. Services were Aug. 3 at Barker-Leik Funeral Home. Interment was in the Meadowbrook Cemetery, Mulliken. _______________ Martin R. "Bob" Davis Martin R. "Bob" Davis, 76, of Tucson, Arizona, formerly of Charlotte, died July 12, 1996, at St. Joseph's Hospital, Tucson. Mr. Davis was born Dec. 12, 1919, in Needmore, the son of Melvin and Blanche (Krieg) Davis. He was a longtime resident of the Charlotte area, moving to Tucson in 1980. He was a self-employed builder and finish carpenter, when he resided in the Charlotte area and continued to work after moving to Tucson. He was a member of the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church, Charlotte, the VFW Post #2406, Charlotte, Past Commander of the American Legion Post #42, and a veteran of World War II. He is also survived by seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Services were July 15 at the Bring Broadway Chapel, 6910 E. Broadway, Tucson. Memorial contributions may be made to the VFW American Legion, both of Charlotte or American Heart Association. _______________ Richard E. Davis Richard Edward Davis, 49, of Charlotte died March 6, 1996, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, after an illness of several years. Mr. Davis was born April 1, 1946, in Dowagiac, the son of Clyde and Dorothy (Johnson) Davis. He married Kathleen Eggleston Aug. 7, 1956, in Grand Rapids. He had been a resident of Charlotte for 17 years and had previously lived in Marcellus. He was a small engine repairman and served in the U.S. Army. He was preceded in death by one sister, and one brother. Services were March 9 at the Mater Funeral Home, Marcellus, with Pastor Raymond Hess officiating. Interment was in the Marcellus Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. _______________ Richard E. Davis II Richard E. Davis II, 26, of Marcellus died July 19, 1996, in an automobile accident in St. Joseph County. He had formerly been employed with Nelson Tree Trimming. Services were July 22 in the Mater Funeral Home, Marcellus, with Pastor Raymond Hess officiating. Interment was in the Marcellus Cemetery. _______________ Robert C. Decker Robert C. Decker, 68, of Vermontville, died Aug. 24, 1996, at his home. Mr. Decker was born Jan. 3, 1928, in Nashville, the son of Ard and Ina (Hamilton) Decker. He attended a local country school and served in the United States Army Air Corps. He married Dawn Benedict March 1, 1947, in Biloxi, Miss. He worked at Fisher Body for 32 years and as an electrician for the city of Portland. He was a member of the Portland Fire Dept., Grand River Conservation Club, Dad's Post #8260 of Nashville, and the Vermontville American Legion. He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant daughter, Scarlet Decker. Services were Aug. 27 at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. Interment was at Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. _______________ Mary Eleanor DeGroot Mary Eleanor DeGroot, 80, of Nashville died June 3, 1996, at her residence. Mrs. DeGroot was born Oct. 13, 1915, in Charlotte, the daughter of Alburtus and Mary (Halsey) Mikesell. She graduated from Olivet High School and married Earl DeGroot on Aug. 5, 1935. He died Dec. 23, 1983. She was a nurse for Dr. Willett in Charlotte and worked for the Barry County Child Evangelism Fellowship. She was a member of the Nashville Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Earl, and her son, LaVern DeGroot in 1964. Services were June 6 at the Nashville Baptist Church, with the Rev. Lester DeGroot officiating. Interment was in the Riverside Cemetery, Bellevue. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Barry Community Hospice or Child Evangelism Fellowship. _______________ Catherine Dettling Catherine D. Dettling, 86, formerly of Charlotte, died Sept. 23, 1996, after a long illness with Alzheimer's Disease. Ms. Dettling was born Sept. 26, 1909, in Grand Ledge, the daughter of Anthony "Tony" and Lillie (Clark) Dettling. She graduated from Eaton County Normal and started her teaching career in rural Eaton County schools, teaching at the Royston and Gates schools before receiving her bachelor's degree from Eastern Michigan University. She taught in the Lansing School system and later received her master's degree from Michigan State University. She was assistant principal at Walter French Junior High for many years, retiring from there in 1969. She was a charter member of Alpha Delta Kappa, Gamma Chapter Sorority and state president of that organization. She was a member of Grace Methodist Church, Lansing, and after moving to Charlotte, was a member of Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, and one sister, Lila (Dettling) Carrow. Memorial services are Saturday, Oct. 12, at 10 a.m., at the Grace Methodist Church, corner of West Mt. Hope and Boston Blvd., Lansing. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Kenneth R. Devers Kenneth Russell Devers, 65, of Eaton Rapids died Dec. 3, 1996, at his residence following a long illness. Mr. Devers was born Aug. 13, 1931, in Mason and attended Eaton Rapids High School. He had a 20-year career with the United States Air Force and after retiring, was employed with Diamond Reo, Lansing, and owned and was the broker for 21 years of Century 21 Devers & Associates, Eaton Rapids, with his wife, Elenore. He was a member of the First Congregational Church, Eaton Rapids; Past Master of F&AM #63, Eaton Rapids; 32nd degree member of the DeWitt Clinton Consistory of Grand Rapids, the Saladin Shrine Temple, and Eaton County Shrine Club; a member of American Legion Post #15; honorary member of VFW Post #1283; and a member of the Duck Lake Country Club. Funeral services were Dec. 6 and were handled by Skinner Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Laurence Dickinson Laurence "Dan" Dickinson, 65, of Charlotte died Feb. 10, 1996, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mr. Dickinson was born in Charlotte, the son of Verle and Margaret (Barisch) Dickinson. He was a parts man for Behnke Plumbing and Wertz Implement. He was active with American Legion Post #42, currently serving as judge advocate, and a member of the Eaton County Buck Club. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Frank and Wendell. Services are Tuesday, Feb. 13, at 2 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. Interment is in the West Carmel Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to HGB Hospital. _______________ Effie M. Dillon Effie Mae Dillon, 89, of Grayling, formerly of Olivet, died Aug. 18, 1996. Mrs. Dillon was born Nov. 14, 1906, in Charlotte, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph (Edick) Shumaker. She was a cook for many years at the Circle T Restaurant, Charlotte Livestock Sales Restaurant, Olivet High School, and College Inn, Olivet. She and her husband, Myrl, and two sons, Otto and Duane, moved to Grayling in 1968 where she assisted her son, Duane, in taking care of his cabins on the Manistee River. She was preceded in death by her husband, Myrl Jackson in 1992. Services were Aug. 20 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Steven Doty officiating. Interment was in the Deepdale Cemetery, Lansing. _______________ Arnold M. Dixon Arnold M. Dixon, 79, of Mecosta, formerly of Delta Township, died June 12 in Lansing. Mr. Dixon was born in Grand Ledge on Nov. 1, 1916, the son of Claud and Eva (Eby) Dixon. He was a 1937 graduate of Grand Ledge High School; veteran of World War II, serving three and a half years with the United States Army in the China-Burma-India theatre; was a member of the Mecosta VFW Post #2335 and the China-Burma-India Veterans Association of the Great Lakes Central Michigan Basha; and was retired from Lansing Electric Motors. Services were June 15 at the Peters and Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge, with military graveside services conducted by the DeWitt VFW Post #671 at the Delta Center Cemetery. The China-Burma-India Veterans Association memorial services were June 14 at the funeral home. Rev. Barbara Smith Jang of the Grand Ledge First United Methodist Church officiating the funeral service. _______________ Myrtle B. Donovan Myrtle B. (Marshall) Donovan, 98, of Bellevue died Nov. 8, 1886, at Maple Hill Foster Care Home in Bellevue Township. Mrs. Donovan was born Aug. 3, 1898, in Riverton, the daughter of the Rev. John and Louise (Wendel) Marshall. She attended Michigan Normal College in Kalamazoo for one year. She married Lawrence Brown June 12, 1920. He died in 1959. She did office work for the federal government for 14 years, first for Army Ordinance at Fort Custer, and later for the Agriculture Department in Lansing, retiring in 1960. She moved to Mesa, Ariz., in 1963, where she was a member of the First United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Lawrence Brown; her second husband, Martin Donovan; and one son, George Brown in 1993. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held in the spring. Arrangements were made by the Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sunshine Acres Children's Home, 3405 N. Higley Rd., or the Mesa Senior Center, 247 N. McDonald, Mesa, Ariz., 85201. _______________ John C. Dornan John Charles Dornan, 87, of Charlotte died April 5, 1996, in Marshall. Mr. Dornan was born Jan. 7, 1909, in Eaton Rapids, the son of Lemuel and Carrie (Sanders) Dornan. He worked for Eaton County for 45 years, most of that time as the county records administrator. He was preceded in death by his wife, Thelma, in 1980. Services were April 9, at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Mark Woodbury officiating. Interment was in the Rose Hill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. _______________ Mildred I. Dowding Mildred I. Dowding, 83, of Olivet, formerly of Charlotte, died Nov. 2, 1996, after an extended illness. Mrs. Dowding was born in Bellevue Township, Eaton County, the daughter of Glenn and Myrtle (Felter) Greenfield and had been a life resident of the Olivet/Charlotte area. She was a member of the Brookfield United Methodist Church and it's U.M.W. She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond in August 1981; one son and daughter-in-law, Ronald and Patricia Dowding and their children, Larry, Teresa, and Jerry Dowding in February 1967; one granddaughter, Shelly Doty in August 1983; one brother, Laurence Greenfield; and one sister, Marjorie Laing. Services were Nov. 5 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with Pastor David Ames officiating. Interment was in the Lee Center Cemetery, Lee Township, Calhoun County. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Charles E. Dowker Charles Everett Dowker, 65, of Charlotte died May 20, 1996, in Lansing. Mr. Dowker was born Dec. 27, 1930, in Eaton Rapids, the son of Lynn and Marguerite (Pixley) Dowker. He was a member of the VFW Post #2406 and the American Legion #42. He was employed as a barber. Services were May 23 at Ft. Custer National Cemetery, Battle Creek, with George Howe officiating. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. _______________ Hazle M. Dowler Hazle Mae Dowler, 81, of Zephyrhills, Fla., formerly of Charlotte, died Oct. 15, 1996. Mrs. Dowler was born May 22, 1915, in Battle Creek, the daughter of John and Adena (Covault) Grindol. She had been a cake baker and decorator for graduations, weddings, and parties. She married M. Lewis Dowler in 1948. She was preceded in death by one son, Donald Clark II in 1958. Graveside services were Oct. 24 at the Gresham Cemetery with Donald Morey officiating. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Michigan Heart Association. _______________ Frances A. Drabczyk Frances "Frank" Anthony Drabczyk, 87, of Charlotte died Feb. 5, 1996, at Eaton Manor. Mr. Drabczyk was born Nov. 18, 1908, in the Del Ray District of Detroit, the son of Anthony and Aniela Drabczyk. He was a set-up technician for a manufacturing plant of which he retired in 1972. He was preceded in death by two brothers, three sisters, and one son-in- law, Bob Maihofer. Services will be Tuesday, Feb. 13 at 10:30 a.m. at the St. Mary Catholic Church, Charlotte, with Father Thomas Nenneau officiating. Rosary will be at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, on Monday, Feb. 12, at 7 p.m. Interment will be in the Bosworth Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Helen T. Duncan Helen T. Duncan, 91, of St. Louis, formerly of Charlotte, died Jan. 17, 1996, at the Schnepp Health Care Center, St. Louis, after a long illness. Mrs. Duncan was born in Reed City, the daughter of Alex and Susan (Horn) Peppler. She had been employed as a grocery store manager, then as a cafeteria employee for Charlotte Public Schools. She was a former member of the Charlotte Order Eastern Star and Pythian Sisters. She was preceded in death by her husband, Grant Duncan Oct. 8, 1963. Graveside services and interment were Jan. 19 at Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte, and the Rev. Peter Brenner officiating. Arrangements were made by the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Charlotte Public Library. _______________ Stella Edwards Stella Edwards, 86, of Eaton Rapids died Feb. 26, 1996, in Eaton Rapids. Mrs. Edwards was born Dec. 12, 1909, in Yarbor, Ark., the daughter of John and Dona (Bunch) McClure. She retired from Green Bay Foods in 1984 after 30 years of service. She was preceded in death by three husbands, Cecil Sisk in 1938, Vester Parr in 1954, and Ray Edwards in 1964. Services were Feb. 28 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Interment was in the Rosehill Cemetery. _______________ Vivian Eggleston Vivian R. Eggleston, 71, of Charlotte, formerly of Marcellus, died Sept. 23, 1996, at Michigan Capitol Medical Center, Lansing, following a long illness. Mrs. Eggleston was born July 15, 1925, in Paw Paw, the daughter of James and Florence Deal. She married Richard Eggleston, Oct. 13, 1944, in Marcellus. She had been a resident of Charlotte since 1966 and previously lived in Marcellus and Kalamazoo. She was preceded in death by one son, Keith. Services were Sept. 26 at the Mater Funeral Home, Marcellus, with Pastor Raymond Hess of the Trinity Bible Church officiating. Interment was in the Marcellus Cemetery. _______________ Ruby E. Eitniear Ruby E. (Twitchell) Eitniear, 94, of Eaton Rapids died Oct. 22, 1996, at her daughter's residence in Parma. Mrs. Eitniear was born March 31, 1902, in Dimondale, the daughter of A.G. and Hattie (Murray) Twitchell. She was a retired grade school teacher for the Eaton Rapids School system, retiring in 1967 after 33 years of service. She was a member of the Eaton Rapids Congregational Church, Mizpah Guild, Eaton Rapids Retired Teachers Association, and life member and Past Worthy Matron of the Eaton Rapids Order of the Eastern Star Lodge #241. Services were Oct. 25 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Carl Sundermeyer of the First Congregational Church officiating. Interment was in the Dimondale Cemetery, Windsor Township. Memorial contributions may be made to either Hospice, the American Heart Association, or the American Cancer Society. _______________ Myrtle E. Ellison Myrtle E. Ellison, 92, of Charlotte died Jan. 7, 1996, at a Delta Township nursing home. Mrs. Ellison was born Aug. 8, 1903, in Toledo, Ohio, the daughter of Franklin and Carolyn Prater. She lived in the Toledo area for many years before coming to Michigan. Memorial graveside services will be held at a later date in Toledo. Arrangements were made by the Field & Leik Funeral Home, Dimondale. _______________ Anna R. Ells Anna Ruth Ells, 60, of Charlotte died Jan. 22, 1996, at her home. Mrs. Ells was born July 10, 1935, in Lansing, the daughter of Clay and Flossie (Lamb) McMillen. She married Edward Ells in 1953. She worked in the Charlotte area until all her children were born and had been active in the First Baptist Church since 1953. She was preceded in death by one sister, Avis Misner, and one brother, Jack McMillen. Services were Jan. 26 at the First Baptist Church, Charlotte, with the Rev. Chuck Moore officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Hospice or Helping Hands. _______________ Jewel Emenhiser Jewel (Brinkley) Emenhiser, 83, of Charlotte died May 5, 1996. Mrs. Emenhiser was born Nov. 7, 1912, in Jonesboro, Ark., the daughter of Hubert and Monte (French) Brinkley. She was preceded in death by her husband, Orville, in 1970; one sister, Virginia Alsup; one brother, Harvey Brinkley; one daughter-in-law, Clara Emenhiser; and one brother-in-law, Chuck Widener. Services were May 8 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Mark Booth officiating. Interment was in the Center Eaton Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Audrey A. Estep Audrey Alleen (Youngs) Estep, 72, of Sunfield died July 17, 1996, at her home after a short illness. Mrs. Estep was born Nov. 6, 1923, in Charlotte, the daughter of Don and Ida (Zessin) Youngs. She spent her last years as a Red Cross volunteer. Services were July 20 at the Sunfield United Brethren Church, Sunfield. Arrangements were made by the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. Memorial contributions may be made to Helping Hands Hospice or the Sunfield Area Sponsors of Programs for Youth. _______________ Florence E. Evans Florence "Irene" E. Evans, 68, of Charlotte died Aug. 23, 1996, at a Lansing hospital. Mrs. Evans was born April 9, 1928, in Battle Creek, the daughter of Douglas and Dolly Belle (Williams) Hutchings. She had owned and operated Irene's Smorgasbord in Battle Creek from 1968-71. She also worked in the Eaton Rapids area in the late 1950s and early '60s at the Red Cedar Restaurant and later, operated a restaurant in St. Petersburg, Fla. Services were Aug. 28 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Carl Sundemeyer officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to either the American Cancer Society or American Lung Association. _______________ Larry L. Evans Larry Lee Evans, 51, of Morrisonville, N.Y., formerly of Bellevue, died Feb. 21, 1996, at Fletcher Allen Health Care, Burlington, Vt. Mr. Evans was born Sept. 16, 1944, in Battle Creek, the son of Louis and the late Margaret (Ormsbee) Evans. After graduating from Bellevue High School, he served in the U.S. Air Force from 1963 until his retirement in 1986. He was the shipping/receiving manager at Ames Department Store in Plattsburg, N.Y. He married Barbara Elisa Mueller March 23, 1972, and she died June 23, 1994. He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara, one daughter, Karry, one son, Richard, and his mother, Margaret Evans. Services were Feb. 24 at the Brown Funeral Home, Plattsburg. Interment is later in the Riverside Cemetery, Bellevue. _______________ Alice Finch Alice Finch, 79, of Eaton Rapids died July 27, 1996, in Jackson. Mrs. Finch was born Feb. 6, 1917, in Springport, the daughter of Claude and Hattie (Welker) McNeil. She attended the Eaton Rapids Church of the Nazarene and Eaton Rapids Senior Center. She was a Red Cross volunteer at the Eaton Rapids Community Hospital for over 23 years, former member of The Business and Professional Women's Club, and a former Girl Scout leader. She was retired from the VFW National Home. Services were held July 31 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Linda Carlson officiating. Interment was in the Perry Cemetery, Brookfield Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the Huntington's Disease Society. _______________ Delma M. Firman Delma M. Firman, 86, of Charlotte died Dec. 14, 1996 at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility after a long illness. Mrs. Firman was born in Battle Creek, the daughter of Joseph and Ida (Moore) Armstrong and had been a Charlotte area resident since 1941 coming from Battle Creek. She was a graduate of Battle Creek Lakeview High School and Western Michigan University where she received her teaching certificate. She taught school for a short time mainly on a substitute basis. She also attended Argubright Business College. She was a member of the West Carmel Congregational Church. She married Chester Firman on June 26, 1936. She was preceded in death by her husband, Chester, July 5, 1992. Services were Dec. 17 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, with the Rev. Darwin Kuhl officiating. Interment was in the Memorial Park Cemetery, Battle Creek. Memorial contributions may be made to the West Carmel Congregational Church or the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church. _______________ Wesley Fisher Wesley Fisher, 70, of Galesburg died July 27, 1996, at Arboridge Care Center, Galesburg. Mr. Fisher was born Oct. 5, 1925, in Detroit. He is survived by two sisters, Evelyn Mingeling of California and Ruth Tihlarik of Brighton; one brother, Edward of California; one sister-in-law, Mrs. Paul Fisher Sr. of Sunfield; and many nieces and nephews. Graveside services were June 29 at the Bouhton Cemetery, Scotts. Local arrangements were made by the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. Memorial contributions may be made to the SPY's scholarship fund. _______________ Betty A. Fleetham Betty Ann Fleetham, 72, died May 14, 1996, at her residence in Sunfield. Mrs. Fleetham was born July 27, 1923, in Paris, the daughter of Fred and Mildred (Brady) Gyger. She married Curwood Fleetham on Sept. 12, 1947, and the couple had been married 49 years. She was employed 25 1/2 years with the United States Government as a postal worker and was the Sunfield postmaster the last 13 years. She was a member of the Portland VFW Ladies Auxiliary and Woodbury United Brethren Church. Services were May 17, 1996, at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield, MI. Memorial contributions may be made to the Woodbury United Brethren Church, or McRee Guest House, Michigan Capitol Medical Center- Greenlawn Campus. _______________ Sharon D. Flemming Sharon D. Flemming, 56, of Charlotte died Jan. 20, 1996, at St. Lawrence Hospital, Lansing, after a short illness. Mrs. Flemming was born May 19, 1939, in Branch County, the daughter of Robert and Bess Blackburn. She served in the U.S. Army with the Women's Air Corps and had worked at Owens-Illinois in Charlotte, then was employed with General Motors for the last 27 years. Services were Jan. 25 at the Tidd-Williams Albion Chapel with the Rev. Jeanne Randels officiating. Interment was in the Mt. Hope Cemetery, Litchfield Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice. _______________ Leo J. Florian Leo J. Florian, 90, of Eaton Rapids died April 16, 1996, at his residence following a long illness. Mr. Florian was born March 18, 1906, in Grand Ledge, the son of Edward and Carrie (Polter) Florian. He was a retired farmer and retired school bus driver for the Eaton Rapids Public Schools. He was a member of the First Congregational Church of Eaton Rapids. He was preceded in death by one half-brother, Daniel Pierce, one half- sister, Vietta Pierce, and his parents. Services were April 20 at the Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Carl Sundermeyer officiating. Arrangements were made by the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Congregational Church. _______________ Edward S. Folsom Sr. Edward Simeon Folsom, Sr., 86, of Charlotte died May 3, 1996. Mr. Folsom was born Aug. 2, 1909, in Dover, N.H., the son of Ernest and Ella May (Weiland) Folsom. He served in the Army-Air Corp-Air Force through World War II and the Korean War as a finance officer. He worked for Employers Mutual Insurance Company as an auditor for 15 years until his retirement. He was co-owner of Creative Gifts and Ceramics Studio in Grand Ledge since 1972. Services were May 6 at the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment was in the Center Eaton Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church, Charlotte. _______________ Tyler A. Forell Tyler Adam Forell, infant son of Mr. & Mrs. Forell of Charlotte, died March 5, 1996, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Memorial services were March 8 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Peter Brenner officiating. Interment was in the Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. _______________ Hessel M. Forest Hessel Maurice Forest, 75, died March 8, 1996, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mr. Forest was born July 3, 1920, in Gratiot County, the son of Edwin and Grace (Scott) Forest. He was a welder with Fisher Body for 38 years until his retirement in 1984. He was affiliated with the Vermontville United Methodist Church. He was known to many as "The Bug Man of Vermontville." He was preceded in death by one son, Michael in 1943, one sister, Lelo Wilson in 1993, and one brother, Scott in 1995. Services were March 11 at the Vermontville UMC with the Rev. Jeffery Bowman officiating. Interment was in the Richland Township Cemetery, Vestaburg. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. _______________ Geraldine A. Forsythe Geraldine Audrey Lindsay Forsythe, 66, of Charlotte died Aug. 4, 1996. Mrs. Forsythe was born Dec. 19, 1929, in Canada, the daughter of Barbara Mann. she lived at Kiwanis Manor in Charlotte for several months, coming from California after the death of her husband earlier this year. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Forsythe in 1996. Funeral services were Aug. 7 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Interment was in the Balcom Cemetery, Ionia County. _______________ Joseph W. Foster Joseph W. Foster, 70, of Charlotte died Aug. 9, 1996, at his home after a long illness. Mr. Foster was born May 31, 1926, the son of Joseph and Ruth (Johnson) Foster. He served in the Army from 1940-45 and was in the Battle of the Bulge and three other major battles. He played football while in the Army on semi-professional teams. He was employed by William Reichenbach Co. and was a field superintendent for 15 years. He formed his own company, Frontier Family Creations, and built Early American furniture for 13 years. He was preceded in death by one sister, Mabel Eitinear, one brother, George Foster; and one sister, Josie Darcy. Services were Aug. 12 at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Rice C. Fowler Rice Charles Fowler, 94, of Charlotte died Dec. 4, 1996. Mr. Fowler was born April 16, 1902, in Eaton Rapids, the son of Ben and Rose Fowler. He married Gladys Ione Scott in 1921. He started Fowler's Chevrolet dealership in Charlotte in 1923 and operated the business for 63 years. He was on various dealer planning committees for Chevrolet and Oldsmobile; a board member of the Michigan Automobile Dealers' Association for 18 years; former chairman of the Eaton County Republican Party; board member of the National Farm Equipment Association; past Michigan State Farm Equipment Association president; past member of the Charlotte City Council; charter member of the Charlotte Country Club; an honorary Charlotte Rotary Club member; member of the Charlotte Masonic Lodge, Scottish Rite, Nights Templar; Eaton County Shrine Club, and Saladin Temple; member of the Charlotte Yacht Club; the First Congregational Church United Church of Christ, Charlotte. He was preceded in death by one brother, Lester. Services were Dec. 7 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 First Congregational Church or Hayes Green Beach Hospital, both in Charlotte. _______________ Daisy F. Francis Daisy Fidelia (Guy) Francis, 90, died March 11, 1996, in Charlotte. Mrs. Francis was born Feb. 24, 1906, in Fenner, N.Y., the daughter of Thomas and Helen (Randall) Guy. She was a 50 year resident of Dearborn Heights, from 1936 to 1986, when she moved to Charlotte. She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Carlton Francis. Services were March 13 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Interment was in the Cadillac Memorial Gardens, Detroit. _______________ Patricia A. Franks Patricia A. Franks, 60, of Sturgis, died Feb. 19, 1996, at the University of Michigan Hospital, Ann Arbor. Mrs. Franks was born Sept. 4, 1935, in Charlotte, the daughter of Lyle and Emily (Steele) Herbert. She spent her childhood and until the time of her marriage in Olivet, and was a Sturgis resident since 1959. She married Lawrence Franks on Sept. 5, 1953, in Angola, Ind. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church. She attended Olivet College, and was a member of Michigan, St. Joseph and Sturgis Historical Societies, Klinger Lake Country Club, and past president of the Sturgis Kiwaniaqeens. She was active in the Sturgis Band and Orchestra Parents Organization, and the Nursery and Pediatrics Guild of Sturgis Hospital. She was a patron of the Sturgis Council of the Arts, and co-chaired the Centennial Ball for the City of Sturgis. She was preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Emily Franks, Nov. 19, 1958; one sister, Irene Smith; and one brothers, Lyle Herbert. Services were Feb. 23 at the First United Methodist Church, Sturgis, with the Rev. Richard Morrison and Michael Mort officiating. Interment was in the Oak Lawn Cemetery, Sturgis. Arrangements were made by the Hackman-Foglesong Funeral Home, Sturgis. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sturgis Foundation for the Sturgis Historical Society, Community Health Center Branch County Oncology Department or the Sturgis Council of the Arts for Kids Do Art Program. _______________ Rosa M. Frantz Rosa M. Frantz, 93, of Lansing, formerly of Grand Ledge, died Feb. 19, 1996. Mrs. Frantz was born in Marseilles, Ill., March 9, 1902, the daughter of James Riley and Lottie (Brundage) Smalley. She taught school in Woodland in the 1920s, later moving to Eaton County, where she taught in several county schools from the late 40s until her retirement in 1962. She married Royal Frantz in Grand Rapids June 9, 1927, and was a member of the Sunfield Church of the Brethren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Royal, Dec. 18, 1992. Services were held Feb. 22 at the Sunfield Church of the Brethren. Interment followed at Sunfield Cemetery. Pallbearers were Steve Wilson, Tom Frantz, Todd Frantz, Kevin Dayton, Kris Dayton, and Tim Frantz. Honorary pallbearers were Doug Wilson, Charles Welton, Bruce Welton, Bill Sackrider and Jim Dreps. Special music was provided by organist Greg Stambaugh and soloist Mike Stambaugh. Arrangements were handled by the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. Contributions may be made to the Youth Haven Ranch or Family Life Radio. _______________ Ralph A. French Ralph Albert French, 89, of Onondaga died July 14, 1996. Mr. French was born Sept. 7, 1906, in Rosebush, the son of Robert and Ethel (Humphreys) French. He worked for the Grand Trunk railroad and as a machinist for Olivet Tool & Die. No services were held. _______________ Clinton M. Friar Clinton M. Friar, 65, of Charlotte died Jan. 26, 1996, at Michigan Capital Medical Center, Greenlawn Campus, Lansing. Mr. Friar, a lifelong resident of Eaton County was born March 1, 1930, the son of Marion and Molly (Johnson) Friar. He was retired from Crippen Auto Mall of Lansing after 20 years of service. He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara in 1980 and one brother, Clayton "Red" in 1995. Funeral Mass is Tuesday, Jan. 30, at 11 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Charlotte, with Fr. Thomas Nenneau officiating. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Richard J. Fruin Richard J. Fruin, 75, of Bellevue died Oct. 1, 1996, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mr. Fruin was born July 30, 1921, in Bellevue, the son of Richard and Margaret (Jewel) Fruin. He was a 1940 graduate of Bellevue High School, attended Michigan State University, and a 1949 graduate of Ferris State University with a degree in pharmacy. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps from 1942-45 in the European Theatre and attained the rank of master sergeant. He purchased Wiedman Pharmacy in Bellevue in 1952 and established Fruin Pharmacy. He retired and sold the business in 1978. He was a member of the Michigan and American Pharmaceutical Associations, Charlotte VFW Post #2406, and an Olivet golf league. He was a member and former trustee of the Bellevue United Methodist Church and an affiliate member of the Englewood UMC, Englewood, Fla. He served on the Bellevue Village Council for eight years, was a former president of the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce, and a former member of the Bellevue Lions Club. Services were Oct. 4 at the Bellevue UMC with the Rev. Mark Thompson 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 American Cancer Society, American Heart Association of Michigan, or Bellevue UMC. _______________ Catherine M. "Kay" Fuller Catherine M. "Kay" Fuller, 87, of Olivet died Dec. 24, 1996, at Marshall Manor after an extended illness. Mrs. Fuller was born in Frankfort and had been an Olivet resident since 1948. She was a registered nurse, having worked in the offices of Doctors Engle and Deland in Olivet, from which she retired. She was a member of the Olivet Congregational Church and its Fannie Quick Circle; Bulb and Blossom Garden Club; Women of the Moose Chapter #202, Marshall; Women's Board of Olivet College; American Association of Retired Persons; and Olivet Senior Citizens. She had been a volunteer for the Michigan Commission for the Blind in Lansing. She was preceded in death by her husband, George "Bud" Nov. 23, 1984. Services were Dec. 28 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Clark Hock officiating. Interment was in the Bosworth Cemetery, Olivet. Memorial contributions may be made to the Olivet Congregational Church or Michigan Commission for the Blind. _______________ David P. Gardner David P. Gardner, 70, of Bellevue died Oct. 7, 1996, at Battle Creek Health System. Mr. Gardner was born July 27, 1926, in Bellevue, the son of Walter and Lydia (Maurer) Gardner. He joined the U.S. Navy in 1945 and was a seaman 1st class on the USS Norris DD859 and an oilerp and the USS Chikaskia AO54 in the South Pacific. He married Nora "Vi" Wine March 28, 1948 in Cassopolis. They moved to Bellevue in 1950. He had been employed at the Eaton Corporation for over 30 years. He was a member of Eaton's 25-year club, and St. Ann Catholic Church in Bellevue. During retirement, he made wooden displays for Care-Free Aluminum Products Company, Charlotte. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Robert, Wilfred, and Walter; and one sister, Laura Caldwell. Services were Oct. 10 at St. Ann Catholic Church, Bellevue, with the Rev. Fr. Sylvester Fedewa 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 Good Samaritan Hospice Care or St. Ann Catholic Church, Bellevue. _______________ Catherine A. Gates Catherine A. Gates, 78, of Charlotte died July 14, 1996, at the Michigan Capital Medical Center, Greenlawn Campus, Lansing, after an extended illness. Mrs. Gates was born in Marshall, the daughter of Floyd and Blanch (Buchanan) Storr and had lived most of her life in Charlotte. She was a registered nurse, having worked for many years at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. She was preceded in death by one son, James in 1982. Memorial services were July 18 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Peter Brenner officiating. _______________ Neil Gemalsky Neil James Gemalsky, 43, of Charlotte, died Sept. 22, 1996. Mr. Gemalsky was born Feb. 3, 1953, the son of Kurt and Betty (Williams) Gemalsky. He was employed at Gladstone's in Lansing for many years. Services were Sept. 25 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Duane Royston officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. _______________ Castelle G.T. Gentry Jr. Castelle Garland Thackery Gentry Jr., 67, of Charlotte died Sept. 4, 1996. Mr. Gentry was born Nov. 17, 1928, in Detroit, the son of Castelle Garland Thackery Sr. and Edna (Hutson) Gentry. He had been a college professor and retired from the Michigan State University College of Education after 17 years. He was a veteran of the Korean War, serving with the U.S. Army. Services were Sept. 6 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Robert Betts officiating. Interment was in the Sandford Cemetery, Howell. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Ilza E. (Sparks) Germain Ilza Elanore (Sparks) Germain, 98, of Charlotte died April 15, 1996, in Charlotte. Mrs. Germain was born July 20, 1897, in Carlton Center, Barry County, the daughter of George and Vida (Fuller) McArthur. She was a homemaker and affiliated with the First Congregational Church United Church of Christ, Order of Eastern Star #218, White Shrine, Women's Guild, Mini Theatre, and church circle. She was preceded in death by her husbands, William Sparks and Albert Germain, and one son, Donald. Services were April 19 at the First Congregational Church with the Rev. Z. W. Colson and the Rev. Dr. Peter Brenner officiating. Interment was in the Hastings Township Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Handicap Elevator Fund at the First Congregational Church, Charlotte. _______________ Robert W. Gierman A memorial service for Robert Wilfred Gierman, who passed away Nov. 11, 1995, will be Saturday, May 18, at 1:30 p.m., at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Sebewa Center Association, 6515 Hastings Rd., Lowell, Mich. 49331; Lake Odessa Community Library, 1105 4th Ave., Lake Odessa, Mich. 49949; Sunfield District Library, 112 Main St., Sunfield, Mich. 48890; or the Robert Wilfred Gierman Fund for use in the maintenance of SUNSHINE to LaVern E. Carr, Sebewa Township Treasurer, 3098 E. Bippley Rd., Portland, Mich. 48875. _______________ Gary Lee Glisson Gary Lee Glisson died Sept. 19, 1996, while hospitalized at the University of Kentucky Cancer Center. Memorials may be made to Westbend First Church of God, Highway 15, Clay City, Ky. 40312. Burial was in Clay City, Ky. _______________ John E. Golliher John E. Golliher, 31, of Fenwick, formerly of Onondaga died April 27, 1996, as a result of an automobile accident. Mr. Golliher was born Aug. 26, 1964, the son of Lawrence and Kaye (Wilburn) Golliher. He was a 1982 graduate of Leslie High School. He was employed at Davis Laboratories in Grand Rapids as a dental technician. He was preceded in death by his father, Lawrence, and one brother, Tom Golliher. Services were May 2 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Carl Sundermeyer officiating. Interment was in the Onondaga Cemetery. _______________ Maxine H. Goodnoe Maxine H. Goodnoe, 67, of Olivet, died Aug. 25, 1996, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, where she was taken after being stricken at a neighborhood picnic. Mrs. Goodnoe was born in Lee Township, Calhoun County, the daughter of Harry and Olive (Anderson) Ripley and was a lifelong Olivet area resident. She was a farmer with her husband on the family farm and a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her parents and three sisters. Services were Aug. 28 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with Nay Sebastian officiating. Interment was in the Bosworth Cemetery near Olivet. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton County Humane Society. _______________ Oma M. Goodrich Oma Martha Goodrich, 85, of Sunfield died May 16, 1996, at her residence. Mrs. Goodrich was born in Grand Ledge Nov. 21, 1910, the daughter of Edwin and Orpha (Rader) Holbrook. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred Sr. in 1983; and her daughter, Loretta Peabody, in 1988. Services were held May 18 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel in Sunfield. Interment followed at Meadowbrook Cemetery in Mulliken. Pallbearers were Bill Sandborn, John Stiffler, Jerry Goodrich, Stan Goodrich, Anthony Goodrich and Jim Peabody. Contributions may be made to the S.P.Y.'s Scholarship Fund, the Meals on Wheels program or the charity of one's choice. _______________ Celilia "Cele" Gordon Celilia "Cele" Gordon age 82, died Monday, June 24, 1996 in Eaton Rapids, MI. Cele was born November 26, 1913 in Buffalo, NY, the daughter of John and Julia (Paul) Zeilinski (Zent). She was a member of the U & I Club and the Eaton Rapids Hospital Auxiliary. Mrs. Gordon was preceded in death by her husband, Nicol W. Gordon II. Funeral services were held on June 26, 1996 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with Rev. Carl Sundermeyer, Pastor of the First Congregational Church officiating. Graveside services followed on Thursday at the Elmlawn Cemetery in Buffalo, NY. Those desiring may make contributions to the Eaton Community Hospice, P.O. Box 636, Charlotte, MI 48813, in memory of Cele Gordon. _______________ Daniel L. Gray Daniel L. Gray, 44, of Eaton Rapids died April 29, 1996. Mr. Gray was born Feb. 27, 1952, in Lansing, the son of Dwain and Joanne (Henrys) Gray. He was a computer programmer for Electronic Data Systems, a division of General Motors of Lansing. He was a 1970 graduate of Eaton Rapids High School, and a 1974 graduate of Michigan State University. He had currently been serving as a volunteer fireman for the Eaton Rapids Township Fire Department. Services were May 1 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Harold DeMott of the South Church of the Nazarene in Lansing officiating. Interment was in the Munger Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. _______________ Diane Green Diane Green, age 49, of Eaton Rapids, died Monday, August 5, 1996 at a Lansing hospital. she was born May 19, 1947 in Albion, the daughter of Victor V. and Dorothy (Hubbard) Hoag. Diane attended school in Springport and was a graduate of the Class of 1965. she was a member of the Springport United Methodist Church. She was owner and operator of Lady Di's and the Electric Beach Tanning Salon both in Eaton Rapids. She was preceded in death by her father Victor V. Hoag. Funeral services will be Thursday, August 8, 1996 at 11:00 a.m. at the Springport United Methodist Church with Pastor Valorie Hill officiating. Graveside services will follow in the Clarence Center Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday and Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. For those desiring, a memorial contribution may be made to either the Springport United Methodist Church or the Eaton Community Hospice in memory of Diane Green. _______________ Ethelyn A. Greenfield Ethelyn A. Greenfield, 89, of Bellevue, died Tuesday, July 2 at Tendercare Riverside Manor, Battle Creek. She was born May 9, 1907 in Bellevue to Garrett E. and Ellen A. (DeForest) Cook. She graduated from Bellevue High School in 1925 and married Ralph H. Greenfield on July 1, 1925. He died on April 20, 1996. She enjoyed sewing, music, and crossword puzzles. Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, July 5, at the funeral home with Rev. Darwin Kuhl officiating. Bearers are her grandsons. Interment will be at Riverside Cemetery in Bellevue. Memorials should be sent to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements are by Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel in Bellevue. _______________ Vernon R. Gresso Vernon Riddle Gresso, 68, died March 6, 1996. Mr. Gresso was born in Charlotte, Sept. 27, 1927, the son of Vernon Ruse Gresso and Bernice Riddle Gresso. He held a BSBA, Wayne State University, 1951 and went on to Post Graduate Law School, University of Texas, Austin, 1955-56. His career included dealer representative for AirKem Inc., N.Y.C., 1951- 55; sales representative for Mutual Benefit Life, Houston, 1957-58; Home Life of New York, Houston, 1958-62; general agent and owner, Vern Gresso & Associates, Houston, 1962-96; president, partner, R.E. Lee of Houston, Inc., 1980-94; R.E. Lee of Texas, Inc., 1980-94; vice president, partner, R.E. Lee of Cayman Islands, Inc., 1980-present. Product designer: Company News Journal, Contact, 1980. Coach of Houston Little League, 1972-77; finance committee member, Palmer Memorial Episcopal Church, Houston, 1976; member of Republican party, Houston, 1975-present; Eagle Scout as youth and scout leader, Boy Scouts of America, Houston, 1975-77; United States Navy, 1946-48; PTO. Recipient of various community related business awards; member of Crown Life General Agents Association 1970; Houston City Club; BraeBurn Country Club; Delta Sigma Pi; and Who's Who in Finance and Industry. He married Rae Yvonne Norlander Aug. 29, 1955. A memorial services was held March 11 at the Palmer Memorial Episcopal Church, Houston, Texas. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one's choice. _______________ William F. Grier William "Bill" Frederick Grier, 73, of Charlotte died Oct. 20, 1996. Mr. Grier was born Aug. 25, 1923, in Charlotte, the son of Phillip and Iva (Schneckenberger) Grier. He worked at Wilcox-Gay Corporation before starting his own business, Grier Radio and Television Sales, until her retirement. He served in the U.S. Air Force during WWII. He was preceded in death by one grandson, Jeffrey Grier; and one brother, Brewster. Services were Oct. 23 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Bernice I. Griffin Bernice I. Griffin, 89, of Olivet died Nov. 5, 1996, at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility, Charlotte. Mrs. Griffin was born Aug. 1, 1907, near Bellevue, the daughter of Charles and Lizzie Johnson. She graduated from Bellevue High School and worked as a school secretary following graduation. She married Guy Griffin on April 15, 1933. They lived in the Olivet area where she worked for Olivet College for several years, retiring in 1972. She was active in the Rebekah Lodge of Olivet for many years. She attended Ainger Bible Church and later Nashville Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Guy, in 1963; four sisters; and one brother. Services were Nov. 7 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Lester DeGroot officiating. Interment was in the Bosworth Cemetery, Olivet. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, South Center Michigan Chapter. _______________ A. Marshall Griffith A. Marshall Griffith, 82, of Charlotte died April 15, 1996, at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility, Charlotte. Mr. Griffith was born June 4, 1913, in Seattle, Wash., the son of Herbert and Lou (Carr) Griffith. He was an Eaton County resident for the past 68 years. He was in the farming business. He was affiliated with Eaton Farm Bureau and the American and the American Association of Retired Persons. He married Marie Kuball in 1943, who survives. Services were April 18 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Interment was in the Griffith Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association- South Central Michigan Chapter, P.O. Box 1713, Ann Arbor, Mich. 48106, or the charity of one's choice. _______________ Dorothy J. Griggs Dorothy Jean Griggs, 75, of Eaton Rapids died Dec. 14, 1996, in Eaton Rapids. Mrs. Griggs was born Jan. 28, 1921, in Ann Arbor, the daughter of Clifford and Viola (Hart) Sharpe. She had worked for Horner Woolen Mills in Eaton Rapids, Hoover in Charlotte, the City of Lansing, Lansing Community College, and retired as a computer programmer for the Michigan State Police in 1982. After retirement she volunteered her time to the reading program with the Eaton Rapids School System and after moving to Texas had given her time to the host program. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard, in 1990; and her parents, Clifford and Viola Sharpe. Graveside services were Dec. 19 at the Highland Cemetery in Brooklyn, with the Rev. Carl Sundermeyer of the First Congregational Church officiating. Arrangements were made by the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the "Playground of Dreams." _______________ Ester V. Gronlund Ester Verna Gronlund, 84, of Charlotte, Michigan, died Monday, July 8, 1996. Mrs. Gronlund was born November 13, 1911 in Sweden, the daughter of Axel and Selma Johnson. Funeral services will be Wednesday, July 10, 1996 at Pray Funeral Home with Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment will be in Maple Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday 7-9 and Tuesday 204 and 7-9. Fund donations may be made to Hayes Green Beach Auxiliary or Marine City Easter Star. _______________ Merlyn L. Grove Merlyn L. Grove, 74, of Charlotte died Wednesday, July 3, 1996 at his residence after a lengthy illness. Mr. Grove was born in Bradford, PA, the son of Herman and Lillian (Rose) Grove and had been a Charlotte resident for 10 years. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII and had been employed as a Superintendent for the American Battle Monuments Commission retiring in 1979 after 31 years of service. He had lived and worked in Europe before retiring to Louisiana for 6 years prior to moving to Charlotte. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church and a member of the American Legion Post #42. Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 6th at the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Charlotte, with Father Thomas Nenneau as Celebrant. Interment will be in the Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta. The family will receive visitors Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte, where the Rosary will be prayed at 6:00 p.m. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Eaton Community Hospice or Hayes Green Beach Hospital. Arrangements are by Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ James "Jack" Gruber James "Jack" Gruber, 93, of Eaton Rapids died March 25, 1996, at his residence. Mr. Gruber was born May 1, 1902, in Greenville, S.D., the son of Fredrick and Mary (Jaskulka) Gruber. He had been a resident of Eaton County for 65 years and was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving aboard the U.S.S. Arkansas. For about 40 years, he and his wife, Mae, and son, Jerry, operated Willowbrook Farms which sold eggs and poultry at the Lansing City Market. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Stephanie, and one grandson, Michael. Mass of the Christian Burial was March 28 at St. Peter Catholic Church, Eaton Rapids, with Fr. Bennett Constantine as Celebrant. Interment was in the Brickyard Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Arrangements were made by the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Russell "Tip" M. Gullett Russell "Tip" Martin Gullett, 57, of Alva, Fla., formerly of Charlotte, died Nov. 29, 1996, at his home. Mr. Gullett was born Sept. 30, 1939, in Kentucky, the son of Wilbur and Goldie (Patrick) Gullett. He moved with his family to Michigan in 1944, and lived in the Marshall and Charlotte area until moving to Florida 25 years ago. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Kathy (Gullett) Smith in 1984, three brothers, Marvin, Ray, and Jack Gullett, and two sisters, Mildred Halsey and Ann Gullett. Cremation has taken place in Florida. No services are planned in Michigan. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice, 313 Lansing St., Charlotte, Mich. 48813. _______________ Archie J. Guy Archie J. "Pat" Guy, 83, of Vermontville died Jan. 18, 1996, in Vermontville. Mr. Guy was born in Gladwin May 16, 1912, the son of John and Addie (Shaffer) Guy. He was employed with the Railroad, retiring after 34 years; was a life member of the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employers, AFL CIO; and enjoyed his contribution to the Sunfield History Seekers Book. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Letha McDiarmid and Eula Husman; and his brother, Carl Guy. Services were held Jan. 22 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, with Rev. Ward Pierce of the Lakewood United Methodist Church officiating. Interment followed at the Sunfield Cemetery. Pallbearers were Lyle, Bill, Everett and Bernard McDiarmid. _______________ Dorotha Guyer Dorotha (Marisch) Guyer died Jan. 27, 1996, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing, after an extended illness. Mrs. Guyer was born at Twelve Points, Charlotte, March 19, 1928, the youngest child of John and Anna (Ivancic) Marisch, immigrants from the Czech Republic. She attended the Maurer School and in 1942, moved with her family to Nashville where she graduated from high school in 1946. She worked at the agricultural agent's office, Fisher Body as a ringer in upholstery, then at American Telephone & Telegraph, selling phones. She was a past president of the Charlotte VFW Auxiliary. She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Joseph Marisch and John Marisch, one sister, Maggie Davidson, one niece, Phyllis Davidson, and one nephew, Ronald Davidson. Services were Jan. 30 at the Tiffany Funeral Home, Lansing, with the Rev. Donald Dewey officiating. Interment was in the Mt. Hope Cemetery, Lansing. _______________ Thelma Haapalainen Thelma C. Haapalainen, 77, of Kaleva and formerly of Newberry, died Saturday, July 6, 1996, at Tendercare Riverside Manor in Battle Creek. She was born on August 24, 1918 to Merton and Edith (Shannon) Seaman near Manistique. Her grandparents, Daniel M. and Elizabeth "Betsy" Seaman were the first white settlers on Drummond Island, Michigan. She married Rienhart Kleeman in 1933 in Engadine, MI, then moved to Newberry where they had 10 children together. After his death in 1973, she married Bruno Haapalainen and moved to Kaleva where he still resides. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, quilting, and most of all, she enjoyed telling stories of her childhood and the history of her grandparents. She loved her family and it is said her face would light up and her eyes would "sparkle with price" when they would talk with her. She was a strong advocate and volunteer for the Tendercare Riverside Manor Activity Fund. She was preceded in death by sons, Reinhart Kleeman Jr., and Spencer Kleeman; daughters, Anita Hill, Gretta Kleeman, and Linda Kleeman; and five brothers, Jack and Spencer Seaman of CA, Peter and Ervin Gulliver, and Bernard of Seattle, WA. Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, July 9 at Shaw Funeral Home. Memorials should be sent to Tendercare Riverside Manor Activity Fund. Arrangements are made by Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel in Bellevue. _______________ Arthur W. Haas Arthur W. Haas, 58, of Vermontville died July 24, 1996, at the University of Michigan Medical Center, Ann Arbor, as the result of an accident. Mr. Haas was born in Portland, the son of Gaylen and Wilda (Parker) Haas and was a life resident of the Vermontville and Lake Odessa area. He was a graduate of Lake Odessa High School, served three years in the U.S. Navy, and was a member of Nashville Lodge #255 F&AM. He was a general supervisor for Oldsmobile Division, General Motors Corporation at Plants 2 and 3, retired in 1991 after 31 years of service. He was preceded in death by his father, Gaylen, in 1982. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services were July 29 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Speas and the Nashville Lodge #255 F&AM officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice. _______________ Arthur Hall Arthur "Wayne" Hall, 69, of Charlotte died March 2, 1996, at Michigan Capital Medical Center-Greenlawn, Lansing. Mr. Hall was born in Charlotte, the son of Arthur and Julia (Paine) Hall. He was a bricklayer in the construction business. Services are Tuesday, March 5, at 10:30 a.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. Interment is in the Kalamo Cemetery. _______________ John D. Hall John D. Hall, 61, died April 25, 1996, of cancer. No services are being held. Arrangements were handled by the Peters and Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. _______________ Harry D. Halsey Harry Dana Halsey, 70, of Eaton Rapids died Oct. 17, 1996. Mr. Halsey was born April 16, 1926, in Olivet, the son of Scott and Dana (Conklin) Halsey. He was a retired inspector for McGraw/Edison Company in Albion, and after retiring, he worked as a janitor for Carter's I.G.A. in Charlotte. He was a member of the Eaton Rapids Wesleyan Church. He was preceded in death by his son, Lance Halsey, in 1965. Services were Oct. 21 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Dennis Perkins officiating. Interment was in the Deepdale Memorial Park, Lansing. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Rapids Wesleyan Church Building Fund. _______________ Helen L. Halsey Helen L. Halsey, 68, of Schererville, Ind., formerly of Park Forest, died Oct. 6, 1996, in Schererville. Mrs. Halsey was born Feb. 25, 1928, in Big Rapids. She was a social worker and licensing representative for the state of Illinois. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Park Forest. Services were Oct. 10 at the First Baptist Church of Park Forest, Ill., with the Rev. Phillip Moschenrose officiating. Arrangements were made by the Steger Memorial Chapel, Steger, Ill. _______________ Julia E. Hamblin Julia E. Moore Hamblin, 91, of Charlotte died March 23, 1996, at Maple Knoll Manor, Charlotte. Mrs. Hamblin was born June 6, 1904. He parents spent their married life at the house at 340 S. Sheldon St., Charlotte, and she grew up there with her half sister, Elsie Moore, and lived most of her life there. Elsie was the daughter of James Moore and Lena Waterson, who died while Elsie was a child. Julia and Elsie were brought up as sisters. She graduated from Charlotte High School, Eaton County Normal School, and Eastern Michigan University with a bachelor's degree. Most of her 40-plus years of teaching were in the Charlotte school system in the southwest part of town. She taught for 25 years at Froebel School as a teacher-principal and also attended that school as a child. She also taught at Southridge and retired from Weymouth School. After retiring, she traveled extensively in the United States and abroad. She had been a member of the First Congregational Church for many years and its Mary Martha Circle. She helped in Sunday School and the summer Bible program, was a deaconess, and member of the wedding committee. She was a life member of the Michigan Retired School Personnel in addition to the usual school organizations. She is survived by several cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Homer, a childhood friend, died in 1952, her parents, James and Kate Moore, and one half-sister, Elsie Moore Fallis. Services are Tuesday, March 26, at 2 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Peter Brenner and the Rev. Z. William Colson officiating. Interment is in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Congregational Church or the Charlotte Public Library. _______________ Robert A. Harrison Robert A. Harrison, 54, of Battle Creek died May 29, 1996, at his home after an illness of about one year. Mr. Harrison was born July 13, 1941, in Battle Creek, the son of Allen and Enid (Brown) Harrison. He had been a resident of Battle Creek since 1961, coming from Bellevue. He was a 1960 graduate of Bellevue High School and attended Western Michigan University for two years. He was employed in the shipping department of Clark Equipment Co. for 23 years prior to the plant's closing. He also gave private clarinet lessons. He attended the Seventh-Day Adventist Tabernacle and played the clarinet in many area bands at Tony Paco's Club in Toledo, Ohio. He helped organize The New Superior Jazz Band and played in the Post Band since he was in junior high school. He traveled and played in various circus bands for several summers in New Orleans, La., Florida, and other parts of the country. His marriage to Judy Morgan ended in divorce. He is survived by his mother. He was preceded in death by his father, Allen in 1960. Services were June 1 at the Richard A. Henry Funeral Home, Battle Creek, with Pastor David Sanner officiating. Interment was in the Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Good Samaritan Hospice Care or the music department of the Battle Creek Academy. _______________ Beth A. Harvey Beth A. Harvey, 16, of Vermontville, died July 10, 1996, as the result of an automobile accident. Ms. Harvey was born March 19, 1980, in Lansing, and was a student at Maple Valley High School in Vermontville. Services were July 15 at the Gorsline-Runciman Co., Williamston Chapel, Williamston. Interment was in the Summitt Cemetery, Williamston. _______________ Joseph C. Harvey Joseph C. Harvey, 78, of Beaverton, formerly of Vermontville died April 6, 1996, at his residence. Mr. Harvey was born Nov. 18, 1917, in Eaton County. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He retired in 1975 from the Robinson Industry after 25 years of service. He also farmed. Services were April 9 at the Hall Funeral Home, Beaverton, with the Rev. David Stewart officiating. Interment was in the Tobacco Township (Dale) Cemetery, Beaverton. _______________ Marvin D. Hathaway Marvin D. Hathaway, 67, of Bellevue, died Monday, July 1, at Battle Creek Health System - Community Site. He had been a resident of The Laurels of Bedford since 1990. He was born June 27, 1929 in Hastings to Robert and Eva (Weaver) Hathaway. He married Betty Lou Moon on December 10, 1959 in Augusta. Marvin served in the U.S. Army as a medical technician from 1950 to 1952 and in the reserves until 1956. He worked at Johnson Lumber Co. in Charlotte from 1952 to 1965 and then as a printer at P.M. Systems for 17 years, retiring in 1982. He was a member of the VFW #368 in Nashville. He played chess by mail with people from around the world. In 1965, he lost his hand in an accident but he taught himself to play the accordion and built his own home with only one hand. He enjoyed the Detroit Tigers on TV and live. He was preceded in death by his mother, Eva Roberts in 1989, step-father, Harry Roberts in 1960, and a son, Maynard Walling in 1988. Services will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, July 5, at the Lehman Chapel of Shaw Funeral Home, Bellevue, with Pastor Donald M. Palmer of Pennfield United Brethren in Christ Church, officiating. Bearers are Tom Wagner, Jack Goldman, John Baker, Kert Schiesser, Dan Moon, and Gordon Walkinshaw. Interment will be at Fort Custer National Cemetery with Military Honors. Memorials should be sent to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements are made by Shaw Funeral Home in Bellevue. _______________ Tennie Hathcox Tennie Hathcox, 95, of Charlotte, formerly of Potterville, died Feb. 15, 1996, at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. Mrs. Hathcox was born in Pocahontas, Tenn., the daughter of Jim and Nancy (Pattrodge) Doles. She was preceded in death by her husband, Luther in 1964 and one son, James in 1944. Services were Feb. 19 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Randy Royston officiating. Interment was in the Deepdale Memorial Park, Lansing. _______________ Kathleen Hawes Kathleen Hawes, 80, of Charlotte, died Dec. 1, 1996. Ms. Hawes was born Nov. 26, 1916, in Vermontville, the daughter of Harry and Lois Hawes. She retired in 1978 from Elizabeth's Beauty Shop. She was preceded in death by her mother and father. Services were Dec. 4 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Charlotte, with Father Thomas Nenneau officiating. Rosary services were Dec. 3 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Interment was in the Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary's Catholic Church for Masses. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. _______________ Lewis E. Hayes Lewis Edward Hayes, 69, of Charlotte died April 17, 1996, in Lansing. Mr. Hayes was born March 9, 1927, the son of Nathaniel and Alta Mae (Steele) Hayes. He worked at Owen-Illinois as a utility worker. Services were April 20 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. Interment was in the Benton Township Cemetery. _______________ Memphis Q. Hedrick Memphis Quentin Hedrick, infant son of Bethany (Bosworth) and Curtis Hendrick of Charlotte, died Aug. 5, 1996, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Mary Elizabeth (Fitch) Hedrick. Private services were Aug. 9 at the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. _______________ James William Henry James William Henry, 55, of Potterville died Jan. 2, 1996, at his residence. Mr. Henry was born Feb. 24, 1940, in Mt. Sterling, Ohio, the son of Robert and Marjorie (Swyers) Henry. He was employed by Schwan Enterprises. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Robert and Maynard. Graveside services were held Jan. 5, at Pleasant Cemetery, Mt. Sterling, Ohio. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Maxine D. Herber Maxine D. Herber, 71, of Pontiac, formerly of Olivet and Charlotte died Nov. 1, 1996, at her residence after a long illness. Mrs. Herber was born in Windsor Township, Eaton County, the daughter of Adrian and Ella (Lane) Hull. She had been a resident of Pontiac for 17 years, moving there from Olivet. She is survived by 14 children; 42 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and two sisters. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Jacob Williams in 1996; second husband, Dale Herber in 1991; and one sister, Marie McDermott in 1994. Services were Nov. 4 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with Brian Roberts officiating. Interment was in the Bosworth Cemetery, Olivet. Memorial contributions may be made to the North Oakland Hospice, Pontiac. _______________ Jesus N. Herrera Jesus N. Herrera, 70, of Orlando, Fla., formerly of Charlotte died March 5, 1996. Mr. Herrera was born Aug. 1, 1925, in Dallas, Texas. He retired from General Motors after 30 years of service. He was a lifetime member of the Eagles 3552. He was preceded in death by his wife of 43 years, Mary. Interment was in Chapel Hill Cemetery, Orlando, Fla. _______________ Thelma Herring Thelma Ward Herring, 91, died Nov. 30, 1996, in Largo, Fla. Mrs. Herring was born May 13, 1905, in Vermontville, the daughter of William and Julia (Ackley) Ward. She married Clair Herring and lived in the Detroit area until retiring to Largo, Fla. She had been confined to a nursing home after suffering critical injuries in a traffic accident in 1994, that also took the life of her sister, Delilah Verbosky. Memorial services will be held in Vermontville in the spring. Interment will be in the Woodlawn Cemetery. _______________ Allene L. Herrst Allene L. Herrst, 65, of Charlotte, formerly of Macon died Feb. 9, 1996, in Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Services were Feb. 23 at the Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh, with the Rev. Ramona Cowling officiating. Interment was in the Macon Cemetery. _______________ Hazel G. Higdon Hazel G. Higdon, 84, of Charlotte, died May 2, 1996, at the Michigan Capitol Medical Center, Greenlawn Campus, Lansing, after a short illness. Mrs. Hidgon was born Sept. 2, 1911, in Whitley, Ind., the daughter of Jacob and Clara (Schoenauer) Milledge. She was a graduate of Jefferson Center High School in Whitley. She moved to Battle Creek in 1934 where she worked at the Kellogg Company and later moved to Lansing where she was employed at the Fisher Body Division of General Motors. In 1940 she married Alpheus Benedict. He died in 1942 from injuries suffered in an accident where he was employed. They had purchased a farm in Kalamo Township which she continued to operate until 1946 when she moved to Charlotte. She was a member of the Evergreen First Church of God in Ind., the West Carmel Congregational Church Circle, charlotte, the Chit-Chat Birthday Club, and the National Rural Letter Carriers Association. She was preceded in death by one son, Lyle Benedict, and both husbands. Services were May 6 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Darwin Kuhl officiating. Interment was in the Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. _______________ Ava Hill Ava Hill, 94, of Grand Rapids, formerly of Eaton Rapids died Jan. 27, 1996, at a nursing home in Grand Rapids. Mrs. Hill was born May 29, 1901, in Clarence Township, the daughter of James and Gertrude (Starks) Hook. She had lived most of her life in the Eaton Rapids area. She worked for many years for the Horner Woolen Mills in Eaton Rapids and was a life member of the Order of the Eastern Star Lodge #241 in Eaton Rapids. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clayton, in 1972. Services were Jan. 30 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Arthur Jackson, nephew-in-law, and retired United Methodist Minister from the Grand Rapids area officiating. Interment was in the North Clarence Cemetery in Clarence Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the Order of the Eastern Star #241 or the American Cancer Society. _______________ Lucille M. Hill Lucille McClean Hill, 79, of Traverse City, formerly of Lansing and Charlotte, died April 26, 1996. Mrs. Hill was a retired Oldsmobile employee and member of Local #652. She was preceded in death by her previous husband Victor McClean. Services were held April 30 at Oneida Gospel Church, with Rev. Jeffrey Nunham officiating. Private interment followed at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Arrangements were handled by the Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. Contributions may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Michigan, Oneida Gospel Church or the charity of one's choice. _______________ Theresa D. Hillard Theresa D. Hillard, 67, of Bellevue died Jan. 26, 1996, at the Battle Creek Health System Community Site after an extended illness. Mrs. Hillard was born in Roscommon, the daughter of John and Cora (Good) Smith and had been a resident of the Eaton and Calhoun county areas for 49 years. She had been employed at Ralston Purina in Battle Creek and previously at Olivet College, Wilcox-Gay, and the Charlotte Chair Co. She had been a member of the National Campers and Hikers Assoc. Services are Tuesday, Jan. 30, at 1 p.m. at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte. Interment is in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Assoc. or American Diabetes Assoc. _______________ Ralph R. Hoisington Ralph R. "Hacksaw" Hoisington, 41, of Monroe, formerly of Potterville died April 8, 1996. Mr. Hoisington was born in Lansing, the son of Ralph and Betty (Fuller) Hoisington. He was a truck driver for Meijers Inc. and was a union steward for Meijers Local #951. He was preceded in death by his parents. Services were April 12 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Pastor Stephen Shook officiating. Interment was in the Forest Lawn Cemetery, Dimondale. Memorial contributions may be made to an Educational Trust Fund for his sons, Ryan and Richard. _______________ Mildred Hollandsworth Mildred Hollandsworth, 89, of Charlotte died Nov. 3, 1996. Mrs. Hollandsworth was born Oct. 30, 1907, in Eaton County, the daughter of Clyde and Bessie Mast. She was employed at the Charlotte Junior High School cafeteria until her retirement, and was a former member of the Rebekahs. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred, in 1992; and two daughters, Barbara in 1978, and Jane Marie in 1929. Graveside services were Nov. 8 at the Kalamo Cemetery, Eaton County, with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Ivan J. Holmes Ivan J. Holmes, 84, of Lansing died Feb. 18, 1996, at the East Lansing Health Care Center. Mr. Holmes was born in Eaton County, the son of John and Zora (Gidner) Holmes. He was a retired Oldsmobile employee and had served in the U.S. Army during World War II in the European Theater. He was affiliated with the VFW. Services are Tuesday, Feb. 20, at 11 a.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Interment is in the Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. _______________ Karl L. Hoover Karl LeRoy Hoover, 38, of Grand Ledge died Dec. 16, 1996, in Lansing. Mr. Hoover was born Feb. 17, 1958, in Lansing, the son of Hyle and Gerta (Winians) Hoover. Services were Dec. 19 at the Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. Interment was in the Union Cemetery, Oneida Township, Eaton County. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. _______________ Craig L. Hosey Craig Lee Hosey, 33, of Charlotte died Feb. 9, 1996, as the result of an automobile accident. Mr. Hosey was born in Charlotte, the son of Archie and Florence (Hull) Hosey. He was paraplegic and in a wheelchair since age 15 due to an injury. Services were Feb. 12 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Kenneth Ridge officiating. Interment was in the Center Eaton Cemetery. _______________ Ronald E. Houck Ronald E. Houck, 82, of Vermontville died Oct. 8, 1996, at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility. Mr. Houck was born in Stockbridge, the son of Samuel and Gyneth (Raber) Houck. He served as assistant auditor general of the state of Michigan for 38 years, retiring in 1975. He had been a charter member of the Michigan State Employees' Association and State Governmental Accounting Association and was also involved with the initial formation of the State Employees' Credit Union. He was chairman of the State Employees' Retirement Board, was on the Eaton County Canvassing Board, Eaton Rapids Zoning Board of Appeals, Vermontville Township Board of Review, and Village of Vermontville Board of Trustees. He was a life member of Eaton Rapids Masonic Lodge #63 F&AM, DeWitt Clinton Consistory, and Saladin Shrine of Grand Rapids. He was also past president of the Eaton Rapids Lions club, Eaton County Shrine Club, and a member of the United Methodist Church, Eaton Rapids. Services were Oct. 12 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Thomas Evans officiating. Interment was in the Elm Lawn Cemetery, Bay City. _______________ Gary L. Hoyt Gary L. Hoyt, 55, of Charlotte died Dec. 9, 1996, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing, following a short illness. Mr. Hoyt was born in Charlotte, the son of Elmer and Katheryne (Willis) Hoyt and had been a lifelong Charlotte resident. He was a 1959 graduate of Charlotte High School, member of the Olivet Masonic Lodge, tournament director for the Michigan Bass Federation, a sports official in ally sports for the Michigan High School Athletic Association, and had served in the U.S. Air Force from 1959-62 having served during the "Bay of Pigs" conflict. He was a sales executive for Force Control Industries of Troy. Services were Dec. 12 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. John Bookshaw officiating. Military graveside services and interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Gary Hoyt Memorial Fund. _______________ Esther M. Hummel Esther M. Hummel, 80, of Charlotte died March 10, 1996, in Nokomis, Fla. Mrs. Hummel was born in Northville, the daughter of Dewitt and Violet (Roberts) Hallead. She was preceded in death by her son, LeRoy, in 1956, and her husband, LeRoy, in 1989. Services were March 15 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with David Reynolds and Philip Ross officiating. Interment was in the Lakeside Cemetery, Lake Odessa. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bismark Community Center. _______________ Everett Hunsaker Everett Hunsaker, 61, of Charlotte died July 11, 1996, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing. Mr. Hunsaker was born Sept. 2, 1934, the son of Frank and Julia Hunsaker. He had worked in construction as a pipe fitter and served as Master of Charlotte Lodge #120 F&AM. Private services were held. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Marthadawn Hustwick Marthadawn Hustwick, 70, of Charlotte died May 28, 1996. Mrs. Hustwick was born July 31, 1925, in Lansing, the daughter of Edgar and Hildred (Allen Fremody) Tucker. She graduated from Michigan State University and worked as a home economics teacher for Charlotte Public Schools, retiring in 1982. She was affiliated with Delta Kappa Gamma, the antique club, and Christian Science Church. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Maynard Hartel, and one son, Bradley Hartel. Services were June 1 at the Pray Funeral Home, with Deacon David Hustwick officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Charlotte Public Library. _______________ Edna L. James Edna Lucille James, 72, of Lansing, formerly of Charlotte died June 10, 1996. Mrs. James was born Aug. 19, 1923, in Roscommon County, the daughter of John and Cora (Good) Smith. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph, in 1978. Services were June 13 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. Interment was in the Batchelor Christ Cemetery in Mason County. _______________ Arthur A. Jaquette Arthur A. Jaquette, 71, of Olivet died July 13, 1996. Mr. Jaquette was born Feb. 1, 1925, the son of Darwin and Helen Jaquette. He was a lifelong resident of Walton Township, retiring from Kellogg's in Battle Creek in 1986 after 31 years of service. The family hosted a celebration of his life July 16 at the Olivet Congregational Church with Pastor Valarie Hill officiating. Arrangements were made by Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to Oaklawn Hospital, Marshall. _______________ Swan C. Johnson Swan C. Johnson, 87, of Charlotte died Feb. 13, 1996, in Lansing. Mr. Johnson was born in Sweden, the son of Oscar and Anna (Linden) Johnson, and came to the United States at the age of one year and had been a Charlotte resident since 1941. He was a farmer and worked for the Eaton Farm Bureau Co-op for 21 years. He was a member of the Gresham United Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Regina Cooper, Oct. 30, 1994. Services are Saturday, Feb. 17, at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Jeffrey Bowman officiating. Interment will be in the Gresham Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Gresham United Methodist Church or the charity of one's choice. _______________ Athena M. (Ethel) Jones Athena (Ethel) M. Jones, 67, of Charlotte died Aug. 10, 1996. Mrs. Jones was born Sept. 18, 1928, in Pittston, Penn., the daughter of Nicholas and Barbara (Chatzidakis) Sideris. She graduated from Clarion High School in Clarion, Penn. She was affiliated with O.E.S. Chapter #218 and served on the Charlotte Bicentennial Committee. She was preceded in death by her husband, William in November 1988. Services were Aug. 14 at Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church. _______________ Carroll E. Jones Carroll Edward Jones, 83, formerly of Charlotte, died in the Veterans' Administration Hospital near his home in Little Rock, Ark., of cardiac arrest. He had willed his body to that hospital. Mr. Jones was a 1930 graduate of the Charlotte High School and later attended Alma College, teaching school after graduation. He was drafted in 1942 and selected for Officer Candidate School at Fort Benning, Ga. He was a 1st Lt., in the 2nd Ranger Battalion. After becoming a second lieutenant, he trained in Texas and at Camp Forrest, Tenn. He was part of the Ranger Battalion that made the early D-Day Landing on Omaha Beach June 6, 1944, Normandy, France. He survived the battles until August when he received near fatal wounds from a land mine explosion and returned to the United States where he spent 14 months in hospitals. He shipped out to the ETOP-England in November 1943 where he continued training for combat. After leaving the military hospitals, he returned to Charlotte and attended Michigan State University, receiving degrees in forestry and geology. He was employed by the Michigan State Highway Department on a highway survey crew and on the Mackinaw Bridge as a geologist. He married Mary Thibauldt of Little Rock in 1942 and she preceded him in death. He then married Luz in 1984. He worked for the Charlotte Home Dairy, Fisher Body in Lansing, and also sold cars. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary (Thibauldt); one son, Larry Jones; three sisters, Sylvia Schults, Lydia Shumaker, and Mildred Jones; four brothers, Harold, Earl, Charleton, and Donald; and his parents, Lydia and Cap Jones. No local services are planned. Memorial contributions may be made to VFW Post #2406, 695 Lansing St., Charlotte, Mich. 48813. _______________ Eldeen G. Jones Eldeen George Jones, 75, of Nashville died Feb. 10, 1996, at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. Mr. Jones was born June 17, 1920, in Coleman, the son of George and Addie (McCrumb) Jones. He farmed all his life and owned and operated Eaton Rapids Farm Implement Sales. He was also branch manager for the Heating and Cooling Co. of Lansing for 10 years. He was a member of the National Farmers' Organization for many years, having served as its district manager. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Orville, Bill, and Herman, and one grandson, Todd Jones. Services were Feb. 12 at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. Interment was in the Kalamo Cemetery, Kalamo Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the Peace United Methodist Church, Barryville. _______________ Eloise E. Jones Eloise Elnor "Susie" Jones, 82, of Sunfield/Lake Odessa died Feb. 6, 1996, at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. Mrs. Jones was born in Sunfield Aug. 12, 1913, the daughter of Carl and Ida (Franks) Thrams. She was raised in the Sunfield area, graduated from Sunfield High School and was a member of Sebewa Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Jones; her son, Dale Stambaugh; and two brothers, Clifton and Wayne Thrams. Services were held Feb. 9 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel in Sunfield, with Rev. Dick Cross of the First Baptist Church of Sebewa officiating. Interment followed at Meadowbrook Cemetery, Mulliken. Pallbearers will Ronnie and Mark Stambaugh, David Hill, Scott Hetchler, Michael Maltmaker and Michael VanDeVelde. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. _______________ Gertrude Kapenga Gertrude Kapenga, 82, of Charlotte died Dec. 8, 1996, at Tendercare, Marshall, following a short illness. Mrs. Kapenga was born in Holland Township, Ottawa County, the daughter of Jacob and Ida (Bos) Rookus, and had been a Charlotte resident since 1964. She was a member of the Charlotte Christian Reformed Church and was a Red Cross Volunteer at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. She married Alvin Kapenga on Sept. 16, 1938. He preceded her in death on May 18, 1972. Services were Dec. 11 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with Pastor Bret McAtee of the Charlotte Christian Reformed Church officiating. Interment was in the Pilgrim Home Cemetery, Holland. Memorial contributions may be made to the Charlotte Christian Reformed Church. _______________ Marie S. Karr Marie S. Karr, 100, of Battle Creek died June 3, 1996 at her residence. Mrs. Karr was born Feb. 20, 1896, in Charlotte, the daughter of William and Belle (Redfield) Shingler. She graduated from Charlotte High School in 1914 and Central Michigan University. She taught school in Charlotte before teaching at Battle Creek Schools where she taught from 1925 until her retirement in 1962. She was on the first staff of South Eastern and South Western Jr. High Schools when they opened. She was a life member of the Battle Creek Chapter #153, Order of the Easter Star, and a member of the Battle Creek Area Retired School Personnel. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Edward Rickard in 1936; second husband, Leon Karr in 1977; one son, Wilfred Ives in 1978; one brother, and one sister. Services were June 6 at the Richard A. Henry Funeral Home, Battle Creek. Interment was in the Memorial Park Cemetery, Battle Creek. _______________ Marvin V. Kelley Marvin Vern Kelley, 83, of Dimondale died July 22, 1996. Mr. Kelley was born Oct. 25, 1912, in Benton Township, the son of John and Anna (Forest) Kelley. He was a farmer and warehouse clerk for the George Worthington Co. He was preceded in death by one son, Fredricks in 1990. Services were July 24 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Mark Woodbury officiating. Interment was in the West Windsor Cemetery. _______________ Gerald V. Kellogg Gerald V. Kellogg, 76, of Flint, formerly of Charlotte, died May 29, 1996. Mr. Kellogg was born Feb. 27, 1920, in Olivet, the son of Vern and Pearl (VanArman) Kellogg. He was a corporal in the United States Army in the European Theater during World War II, retiring as general operations supervisor from Oldsmobile after 30 years of service, plus five years with the General Motors Parts Division. He was a member of the First Congregational Church United Church of Christ, Charlotte, American Legion Post #294 of Swartz Creek, and VFW Post #3087 of Flint. He was preceded in death by his parents, Vern and Pearl Kellogg and two brothers, Lynn and Clifford. Services were June 1 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Z. William Colson officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Charlotte Public Library or First Congregational Church UCC, Charlotte. _______________ Richard Kemp Richard D. Kemp, 57, of Marshall died Oct. 4, 1996, at Oaklawn Hospital, Marshall. Mr. Kemp was born June 25, 1939, in Lake City, Ark., the son of James and Audrey (Lowrey) Kemp. He moved with his family to the area in 1947 and was a graduate of Olivet High School. On Sept. 9, 1961, he married Joyce England in Clarence Township. He had been a self-employed building contractor since 1973. His prior employment was with Corning Glass, Albion, form 1960-71; McGraw Edison in Albion for two years; and Sherer Gillett of Marshall for two years. He was a member of the National Turkey Federation and Ducks Unlimited. He was preceded in death by one brother, Harold. Services were Oct. 8 at the Craig K. Kempf Funeral Home, with Pastor Paul Frizzel officiating. Interment was in the Riverside Cemetery, Tekonsha. Memorial contributions may be made to the Calvary Baptist Church of Hillsdale. _______________ Mildred M. Kerbyson Mildred Marie Kerbyson, 77, of Vermontville died July 22, 1996. Mrs. Kerbyson was born Jan. 19, 1919, the daughter of Lavern and Carrie (Wilcutt) Groh. She was a nurse's aide and owned a heating business with her husband, Russel. She was preceded in death by her husband, Russel in 1994. Services were July 25 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Eric Lison officiating. Interment was in the Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. _______________ Larry Kimmel Larry Kimmel, 62, of Ruskin, Fla., formerly of Charlotte and Parma, died March 16, 1996, in Tampa, Fla. Mr. Kimmel was born Oct. 10, 1933, in Charlotte, the son of Harold and Velma (Rauch) Kimmel. Services were March 30 at the Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue, with the Rev. Darwin Kuhl officiating. Interment was in the Riverside Cemetery, Bellevue. _______________ Edna King Edna C. King, 83, of Charlotte, died July 24, 1996. Mrs. King was born Nov. 18, 1912, the daughter of Clyde and Elsie (Mueller) DeLong. She was a retired teacher, having taught in several country schools, then in the Grand Ledge Schools for several years from which she retired. She graduated from Bellevue High School as valedictorian, then attended Eaton County Normal School. She earned a bachelor's degree from Western Michigan University and a master's degree from Michigan State University specializing in remedial reading. She was a member of the Eaton County Association of Retired School Personnel, serving as its secretary for several years; the local Extension Club; a volunteer at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility and Hayes Green Beach Hospital, both in Charlotte; and worked with children at St. Mary's School in Charlotte and Fern Persons Elementary School in Olivet for 15 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy King in 1972, three grandchildren, and her mother, father, and one brother, Charles DeLong, who was killed in action in World War II. Services were July27 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with Elder Richard Garn officiating. Interment was in the Gresham Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. _______________ Mildred S. (Hunt) King Mildred S. (Hunt) King, 97, of Sunfield died April 1, 1996, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, after an extended illness. Mrs. King was born Sept. 2, 1898, in Sunfield, the daughter of Fred and Edna Hunt. In 1916 she was married to Oren Nelson. He died in 1930 as a result of an industrial accident. She married Martin Styger in 1931 and they lived in the Sunfield and Lake Odessa areas. He preceded her in death in 1969. In 1972 she married Michael King of Milan, where they lived until 1985 when he passed away. She was a homemaker and a practical nurse, providing foster care for the aged and nursing care for the ill. She was a member of the Sunfield Church of the Brethren. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Maxine (Nelson) Wright in 1943; one granddaughter, Sharon Wright; and one grandson, Johnny McWhorter. Services were April 3 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Sunfield, with the Rev. Harris Hoekwater officiating. Interment was in the Sunfield Cemetery. _______________ Ethel Kish Ethel Kish, 87, of Charlotte died March 8, 1996. Miss Kish was born April 5, 1908, in Cleveland, Ohio, the daughter of Stephen and Madeline (Good) Kish. The family moved to Michigan when she was eight years old. She was affiliated with both the Nazarene and Calvary Baptist churches. Services are Tuesday, March 12 at 10:00 a.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Duane Royston officiating. Interment is in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Fred T. Kleinfelt Fred T. Kleinfelt, 97, of Charlotte, formerly of Olivet and Lake City, died Oct. 31, 1996, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mr. Kleinfelt was born in Grayling, the son of Henry and Martha (Kupkaw) Kleinfelt. He was a retired plumber and farmer. He had lived in Charlotte originally, later moving to Lake city where he spent most of his working life, then moved to Olivet in 1981. He moved to Charlotte in recent years where he was a resident of the Maple Knoll Manor. He married Josephine Bell of Cadillac in 1938. He is survived by several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Josephine, in 1982; four brothers, Charles, John, Vern, and Ralph; and one sister, Emma Bargy. Services were Nov. 2 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with Pastor Scott Brood officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association or the American Cancer Society. _______________ Frank E. Kline Frank E. Kline, 76, of Charlotte, died Oct. 5, 1996, at his residence. Mr. Kline was born Sept. 4, 1920, the son of Edward and Clara (Hubbard) Kline. He was a local area farmer and owned his own service station in Charlotte for many years until his retirement in 1970. He is survived by his wife. Services were Oct. 8 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 Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church, Charlotte. _______________ Lester W. Kline Lester Wayne Kline, 99, of Eaton Rapids died May 11, 1996, six days short of his 100th birthday, in Phoenix, Ariz. Mr. Kline was born in Moore Park, the son of William and Charlotte (Baad) Kline. He served in the Navy during WWI in the submarine service as a diesel engine specialist; Mate 1st Class. He was awarded the McCormick 75th Anniversary Victory Medal for exemplary service. He was a 32nd Degree Mason, life member and past master of the F&AM Lodge #137 in Mendon, a member of the Scottish Rite, Grand Valley Chapter, and a member of the Elzaribah Temple in Phoenix. He was a past master of the Mendon Grange, and past member of the Mendon school board. He was a member of the American Legion, Kiwanis club, Farm Bureau in St. Joseph County, West Mendon United Methodist Church, and the Eaton Rapids Senior Citizens. He sold life insurance for Metropolitan and New York Life in Sturgis for 10 years, farmed northwest of Mendon for 32 years, and was an International Harvester Farm Equipment Dealer at Mendon for 18 years. After retirement he lived in Dearborn summers and in Sun City winters. In 1978 he won the 5000 meter run for men 80 years and over in Sun City, and in 1981 he received the Island City Run, special recognition for completing the 10 K run at age 85. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Hale; second wife, Gertrude Simpson; one brother, the Rev. Ralph Kline; and one grandson, Richard Kline. Services were May 17 at the West Mendon United Methodist Church, with Pastor Carol Floyd officiating. Graveside services followed at the Moore Park Cemetery with a Masonic Committal Service provided by the Mendon F&AM. Arrangements were made by the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Rapids Senior Citizens. _______________ Luman Klink Luman Klink, 98, of Eaton Rapids died Jan. 31, 1996, in Charlotte. Mr. Klink was born Feb. 14, 1897, in Eaton Rapids Township, the son of Charles and Ura (Flower) Klink. He was a member of the Robbins United Methodist Church and the Ingham County Farm Bureau. He worked as a lineman for the Aurelius Vevay Telephone Company and also farmed his entire life. Services were Feb. 5 at the Robbins United Methodist Church, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. James Mitchum officiating. Interment was in the Fowler Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the Robbins United Methodist Church. _______________ Louis Kopulos Louis Kopulos, 81, of East Lansing, formerly of Eaton Rapids died Feb. 12, 1996, in Lansing. Mr. Kopulos was born March 5, 1914, in St. Paul, Minn., the son of Othon and Gertrude (Dyer) Kopulos. He was a member of Towar Hart Baptist Church in East Lansing and the 39er's Bowling League. He retired from Atlas Drop Forge in 1972 after 33 years of employment. He was preceded in death by his wife, Anna Jean; one daughter, Judith Sharpe; one granddaughter, Melissa Sharpe; one sister, Penny Sova; and two brothers, Konstantine and Nick. Services were Feb. 16 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, and the Towar Hart Baptist Church. Interment was in the Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Renee Marie Kyser Renee Marie Kyser, age 37, of Eaton Rapids, died over the 4th of July weekend at her residence. She was born April 1, 1959 in Hillsdale, the daughter of Carl and Onalee (Flowers) Kyser. Renee was an Eaton Rapids High School graduate Class of 1977 and was currently employed at the Old Mill Restaurant in Eaton Rapids. Although she was childless herself, Renee had a deep fondness for children and frequently had small children with her. She will be deeply missed by her many friends and loved ones.. Funeral services will be Wednesday, July 10, at 11:00 a.m. at the Robbins United Methodist Church, 6419 Bunker Road, Eaton Rapids. Visitation will be Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. from the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. The family suggests that a memorial contribution be made to a charity of ones choice. _______________ Gladys I. Lake Gladys I. (Spotts) Lake, 78, of Midland died Nov. 4, 1996, at her residence. Mrs. Spotts was born Aug. 3, 1918, in Eaton County, the daughter of Roy and Mazie (Braman) Spotts. She was raised and educated in Charlotte and graduated from Western Michigan University, earning her bachelor's degree in education in 1938. She taught foreign language and music at Caro High School prior to marrying Douglas Lake Aug. 8, 1940, in Charlotte and moving to Midland. She was a substitute teacher in the Midland School system and continued her interest in music for more than 40 years, playing the violin with the Midland Symphony Orchestra from 1940 to the mid-1980's. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, United Methodist Women, taught Sunday school, and was a member of the Atheneum Club, Eta Chapter of Alpha Beta Epsilon, and was active with the Girl Scouts of America. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Russell Spotts. Services were Nov. 8 at the First United Methodist Church with Dr. Carl Price officiating. Interment was in the Midland Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Wilson Miller Funeral Home, Midland. Memorial contributions may be made to Midland Community Cancer Services or the First United Methodist Church. _______________ Opal M. Lake Opal M. Lake, 75, of Vermontville died Jan. 9, 1996, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mrs. Lake was born Sept. 5, 1920, the daughter of Alonzo and Edna (Vandenberg) Marsh. Services were Jan. 12 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. Interment was in the Sunfield Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. _______________ Orley J. Landes Orley John Landes, 89, of Charlotte died July 12, 1996. Mr. Landes was born Sept. 12, 1906, in Shepherd, the son of John and Alta (Shauver) Landes. He was a farmer and he worked for General Motors for 20 years. He was preceded in death by his parents and nine brothers and sisters. Services were July 15 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Darwin Kuhl officiating. Interment was in Deepdale Cemetery, Lansing. _______________ Karen M. Larder Karen M. Larder, 50, of Charlotte died Feb. 7, 1996, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing. Mrs. Larder was born Aug. 17, 1945, in Lansing, the daughter of Clayton and Helen (Anderson) Ross. She was a Grand Ledge High School graduate and worked at Wendy's in Charlotte. Services were Feb. 10 at the Trinity United Methodist Church, Lansing, with the Rev. Leicester Longden officiating. Interment was in Deepdale Cemetery, Lansing. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. _______________ Clyde Larson Clyde Larson, age 79, of Eaton Rapids, died Sunday, August 18, 1996 in Lansing. Clyde was born March 6, 1917 in Rapid River, MI, the son of Nels August and Bessie (Sherwood) Larson. Mr. Larson was a former Deacon and Elder of the Eaton Rapids/Charlotte Seventh Day Adventist Church. He retired in 1977 from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. in Jackson after 40 years of service and farmed in the Springport area for 30 years. They moved to his home to his home town, Rapid River, in the Upper Peninsula, for 12 years after retirement, returning to Eaton Rapids in 1989. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 21, 1996, at 1:00 p.m. at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with Pastor Larry Yeagley of the Charlotte Seventh Day Adventist Church officiating. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Funeral Home. Casket bearers will be his fellow church members, Keith Sevener, Dick Willis, Kurt Willis, Craig Harris, Lyle Lawrence, and Bruce Carpenter. Interment will follow at Pope Church Cemetery. Those desiring may make contributions to the Charlotte Seventh Day Adventist Church in memory of Clyde Larson. _______________ Mark E. Lee Mark E. Lee, 33, of Lansing, formerly of Charlotte, died Sept. 7, 1996. Mr. Lee was born April 7, 1963, in Sturgis, the son of Gary and Nina (Abernathy) Lee. He was preceded in death by one brother, Gary Jr., Aug. 21, 1975. Services were Sept. 10 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Jeff Pokone officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to Teen Challenge. _______________ Tommy M. Leiter Tommy Morris Leiter, 47, of Memphis, Ind., formerly of Charlotte died June 2, 1996. Mr. Leiter was born Dec. 1, 1948, in Mecosta, the son of Ward and Marian (Fountain) Leiter. He was a contract administrator for Cox Cable Company of Memphis, Ind. He was preceded in death by his father, Ward Leiter, in 1984. Services were June 8 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Pastor Mark Woodbury officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery. _______________ Terry J. Lerch Terry Joanne (Conard) Lerch, 46, of Charlotte died March 23, 1996, at Swedish Medical Center, Englewood, Colo. Mrs. Lerch was born Feb. 11, 1950, in Jackson, the daughter of Jess and Naomie (Wehr) Conard. She graduated from Charlotte High School in 1970. She attended the First Baptist Church, Charlotte. She was married to John Lerch. She was preceded in death by her husband, John in 1989. Services were March 29 at the First Baptist Church, Charlotte. Interment was in Onondaga. _______________ George B. Lightner George Benjamin Lightner, 92, of Charlotte died Oct. 25, 1996, at his residence. Mr. Lightner was born the son of John and Ina Mae (Cornel) Lightner. He was a cabinet maker, and attended the United Brethren Church. Services were Oct. 28 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Mark Nelson officiating. Interment was in the Bosworth Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the United Brethren Church. _______________ William F. Link William F. Link, 72, of Kalamo Township died Feb. 27, 1996, in the Eaton County Medical Care Facility, Charlotte. Mr. Link was born June 20, 1923, in Kalamo Township, Eaton County, the son of William and Clemetta (Frey) Link. He was a truck driver and farmed his own land. He also worked at Aluminum Extrusions in Charlotte and Gray-Bell Trucking before retiring in 1985 from Gale Briggs Trucking in Charlotte. He was preceded in death by one son, Craig; three brothers, Andrew, Russell, and Galen; and two sisters, Mabel Fuller and Emma Bice. Services were Feb. 29 at the Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue, with the Rev. Loren Dingman officiating. Interment was in the Kalamo Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of Southwest Michigan, 3207 Stadium Drive, Suite 2, Kalamazoo, Mich., 49008. _______________ Gerald R. Little Gerald Robert Little, 75, of Parker, Ariz., formerly of Eaton Rapids, died Nov. 23, 1996, in Parker, Ariz. Mr. Little was born Aug. 13, 1921, on a small farm in Woodhull Township. He served in the Yankee Division under General George S. Patten during World War II, and received a Purple Heart for wounds incurred in the Battle of the Bulge. He left Michigan in 1952 to pursue his dream of living in southern California. He worked in the aerospace industry on the Atlas, Thore, and Space Shuttle main engine programs and retired from North American Rockwell's Rocketdyne Division after 30 years of service. He then devoted his energies to helping his son to develop a very successful silk screen company responsible for printing Ocean Pacific tee shirts and other name brand wearing apparel. He lived in Michigan in the spring and summer and Arizona in the fall and winter. Ashes will be laid to rest at his property in Parker, Arizona. _______________ Margaret P. Long Margaret P. Long, 88, of Potterville died Nov. 13, 1996. Mrs. Long was born Jan. 22, 1908, in Owosso, the daughter of William and Catherine (Jantz) Harrington. She worked as a housekeeper for Don's Windmill Motel. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Billwood Birthday Club, Guinea Hens, and Happy Years Club. She was preceded in death by her husband, Laurence, in 1965; and one granddaughter, Gina Long in 1972. Rosary/Scripture was held Nov. 14 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Funeral Mass was Nov. 15 at St. Mary Catholic Church, Charlotte, with Father Thomas Nenneau officiating. Interment was in the Dimondale Cemetery, Dimondale. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary Catholic Church, Charlotte, or Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Walter J. Longhurst Walter James Longhurst, 88, of Potterville died Feb. 23, 1996. Mr. Longhurst was born in England Dec. 29, 1907, and had been a resident of Lansing most of his life. He was a member of the Colonial Village Baptist Church and worked for the city of Lansing Department of Parks and Recreation as a gardener at Potter Park Zoo Flower Gardens, retiring in 1971 after 29 years of service.. He was preceded in death by his wife, Esther, in 1971. Services were held Feb. 27 at Colonial Village Baptist Church, with Rev. Donald Kirkland officiating. Interment followed at Deepdale Memorial Gardens. Arrangements were handled by the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel. Contributions may be made to the Gideons. _______________ Lawrence B. Love Lawrence B. Love, 80, of Charlotte died May 27, 1996, at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility, Charlotte, following a long illness. Mr. Love was born June 24, 1915, in Eaton County, the son of Warren and Deliaha (French) Love. He served in the Navy during World War II on the battleship West Virginia. He attended Michigan State University, studying agriculture. He is a Past Patron of Dimondale Order of Eastern Star #363, Past Master of the Dimondale Free and Accepted Masons #449, a 32nd degree member of the Scottish Rite of Grand Rapids, and life member of the DAV Chapter 8. He married Louise Parrish June 2, 1934, and spent his life farming in Windsor Township. He was also a 4-H and Cub Scout leader. He was preceded in death by his parents, a twin brother, Lloyd, another brother, Clarence, and three sisters, Gertrude, Vivian, and Bertha. Services were May 26 at the West Windsor United Brethren Church with Pastor Gar Hull and the Rev. David Mehnke officiating. Masonic graveside services followed at the Dimondale Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Barker-Leik Funeral Home, Dimondale. _______________ Owen E. Love Owen E. Love, 84, of Climax died Jan. 6, 1996, in Borgess Medical Center, Kalamazoo, after a short illness. Mr. Love was born Oct. 15, 1911, in Charlotte, the son of Scott and Henrietta (Ely) Love. He graduated from Battle Creek Central High School in 1932. He started his farming career in the Bellevue area, later moving to Climax in 1950. He married Ellen Roberts of Olivet on Dec. 31, 1937. He was elected Climax Township supervisor in 1959 and served as chairman of the Kalamazoo County Board of Supervisors in 1963 and 1964. He was appointed to the Kalamazoo County Mental Health Board by Governor George Romney in 1967 and later served as acting administrator of Fairmount Hospital. He was an active member of the Michigan Farm Bureau. Services were Jan. 9 at the Langeland Climax Chapel, with the Rev. Thomas Harrison officiating. Interment was in the Prairie Home Cemetery. _______________ Verland C. Love Verland Clarence Love, 64, of Charlotte, died Dec. 22, 1996. Mr. Love was born Sept. 12, 1932, the son of Clarence and Luella (Bauer) Love. He was a heavy press operator in auto management for Buick-Olds- Cadillac Plant #3, Lansing, until his retirement in 1995. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Charlotte, where he was head usher for 20 years and served on the board of trustees. He was preceded in death by one sister, Ardith, and one brother, Mark. Services were Dec. 26 at the First Baptist Church, with the Rev. Charles Moore officiating. Interment was in the Needmore Cemetery in Eaton County. Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church. _______________ Erika Beth Lowe Erika Beth Lowe, infant daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Lowe of Palatine, Ill., died Oct. 1, 1996, in Cleveland, Ohio, at the age of 6 weeks. A private service was held Oct. 4 at the West Carmel Cemetery, Charlotte, with the Rev. Peter Brenner officiating. Local arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Grace E. Luce Grace Elberta Luce, 93, of Battle Creek died Dec. 28, 1995, at the Calhoun County Medical Care Facility where she had resided since Oct. 9, 1989. Mrs. Luce was born Nov. 1, 1902, in Medina Township, Lenawee County, the daughter of Vernon and Maggie (Porter) Farley. She lived in Barry County for 87 years where she attended the former Bell School on Wing Road, then Battle Creek Central High School. She had been a clerk at the former Kresge Department Store in downtown Battle Creek. She married C. Foster Luce April 9, 1924, in Bellevue. She and her husband were long time farmers in Barry County and she produced large amounts of homemade baked goods to market, along with farm produce, at the Battle Creek Farmers Market for 43 years. She was a member of Christ Community church and the Farm Bureau Association and a former member of the Baseline United Methodist Church where she taught Sunday School, was a member of the Women's Board, and sang in the choir. She was preceded in death by her husband, C. Foster Luce Nov. 18, 1991, one son, Russell, four grandchildren, Joseph, Jeffery, Jerrold, and Brian McLane, one sister, Anna Inman, and one brother, Ernst Farley. Services were Dec. 30 at Christ Community Church with Pastor Alan Hofland officiating. Interment was in the Hicks Cemetery, Battle Creek. Arrangements were made by the Farley-Estes Funeral Home, Battle Creek. _______________ Barkley J.W. Lundy Barkley J.W. "Big John" Lundy, 66, of Charlotte died March 4, 1996, at his residence. Mr. Lundy was born March 30, 1929, in Ingham County, the son of William and Mary (Eddy) Lundy. He was a tool set-up man for General Motors until his retirement. He was a member of the AARP, NRA, and the North American Fishing and Hunting Club. Services were March 7 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Charles Jenson officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to help the community dinners at the Eagles. _______________ Harold W. Lundy Sr. Harold W. Lundy Sr., 45, of Charlotte, died March 6, 1996. Mr. Lundy was born Mary 28, 1950, in Charlotte, the son of Barkley J.W. and Velma (Thuma) Lundy. He served with the United States Marine Corps during Vietnam and was later employed as an assembly worker for General Motors in Lansing. He was active as a vice president of the VA for Prisoners and of the Native American Indian Spiritual Group. He was preceded in death by his father, Barkley J.W. March 4, 1996. Memorial services will be Saturday, May 18, at 2 p.m. at Oak Park, Charlotte, in the 400 block of West Seminary Street. A luncheon will follow at his sister's home, Bonnie Bowles, 423 W. Lovett, Charlotte. _______________ Audrey Lykins Audrey L. Lykins, 84, of Charlotte died Sept. 30, 1996, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, after a short illness. Mrs. Lykins was born in Brookfield Township, Eaton County, the daughter of Vern and Mirinda (Lewis) Sherman. She and her husband moved from Charlotte to Arizona many years ago, later returning to Michigan to live in Marshall, then Houghton Lake before returning to Charlotte in 1989. While in Marshall, she had been employed as a bookkeeper at Michigan National Bank and then Tidey's Motor Sales from where she retired. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Lykins on Aug. 2, 1989. Services were Oct. 2 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Jeff Bowman of the Gresham United Methodist Church officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Gresham United Methodist Church. _______________ June B. McCabe June B. McCabe, 82, of Dearborn Heights, formerly of Charlotte, died Dec. 2, 1996. Mrs. McCabe was born June 16, 1912, in Charlotte, the daughter of Louis and Bertha (Baile) Allen. She is survived by her husband. Graveside services were Dec. 5 at Freemire Cemetery, Sunfield Township, with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Leah R. McClellan Leah Rae McClellan, 47, of Charlotte died Oct. 1, 1996. Mrs. McClellan was born April 12, 1949, the daughter of Edmund and Lorraine (Beckstrom) Soli. She was a graduate of Western University and earned a master's degree from Michigan State University. She was a speech therapist for Bellevue Public Schools for 25 years and was a member of the Order of Eastern Star in Olivet. Services were Oct. 5 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Edna Fleming officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Regional Cancer Center of Sparrow Hospital or Bellevue Memorial Scholarship Fund. _______________ Jeanette A. McCrimmon Jeanette "Jan" A. McCrimmon, 67, of Vermontville died Feb. 25, 1996, at her residence. Mrs. McCrimmon was born Sept. 4, 1928, in Marion, the daughter of Hugh and Ruth (Thayer) Egts. She graduated from Marion High School and married Wallace McCrimmon in Marion on May 17, 1948. The couple lived in Marion until they moved to Vermontville in 1959. She was employed as a teller at the Marion Bank, the TG&Y Variety Store in Charlotte for 10 years as manager of the material department, and owned and operated Flowers By Jan for 10 years. She was president of the Vermontville Chamber of Commerce, originated the Vermontville Street Dance, and was instrumental in getting the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Vermontville. She was preceded in death by one grandson, Bruce McCrimmon Jr., and two sisters, Geraldine Egts and Donna Sickmiller. A memorial service was held Feb. 28 at the Vermontville Bible Church, with the Rev. George Stevenson officiating. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton County Hospice. _______________ Philip McDaniel Philip McDaniel, 88, of Charlotte died Jan. 4, 1996, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mr. McDaniel was born in Eaton County, the son of John and Ruth (Hale) McDaniel. He worked for Wilcox-Gay in Charlotte and later for Oliver Electric in Battle Creek as a set-up machine and repairman, retiring in 1969. Services were Jan. 8 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Helen M. McDonald Helen M. (Tillitson) McDonald, 78, of Coldwater died March 10, 1996. Mrs. McDonald was a former resident of Grand Ledge, Lansing and Charlotte until moving to Coldwater in 1988. She was married to Edward Tillitson, and then Alton McDonald. She was preceded in death by both husbands. Services were held March 13 at North Eagle Cemetery in Eagle, with Rev. Richard McKenzie of the Immanuel Lutheran Church, Grand Ledge officiating. Arrangements were handled by the Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater. _______________ Betty L. McGilvra Betty Lou McGilvra, 68, of Olivet, died Feb. 13, 1996. Mrs. McGilvra was born in Charlotte, the daughter of Floyd and Birdie Rulison. She was a sales representative for Avon for 33 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill, in 1985; a brother, Carl in 1995; and her sister, Helen in 1995. Services were Feb. 16 at the Pray Funeral Home. Interment was at Maple Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Robert E. McKee Robert E. McKee, 74, of Charlotte died Nov. 11, 1996. Mr. McKee was born May 19, 1922, in Lansing, the son of Henry and Elizabeth (Wilkie) McKee. He was a Marine Veteran, and was employed as an executive for National Welding until retiring in 1979. Services were Nov. 14 at the South Baptist Church, Lansing, with Pastor Lewis Wood officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the South Baptist Church, Lansing. _______________ Mary Jane L. MacKenzie Mary Jane Lauretta MacKenzie "Mrs. Mac," 94, of Potterville, died Jan. 8, 1996, at Tender Care West, Lansing. Mrs. MacKenzie was born April 3, 1901, in Hoopeston, Ill., the daughter of Olive LaBounty and James Whitehead. She was a teacher for 40 years, teaching in Dimondale, Potterville, Springport, Centerline, and Brighton schools, also the King and Morris country schools. Services were Jan. 11 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Douglas Hammond officiating. Interment was in the Bosworth Cemetery. _______________ Delphine McKinney Delphine McKinney, 66, of Olivet, died Tuesday, Sept. 24, 1996 after a lengthy illness. Mrs. McKinney was born June 20, 1930, in Dearborn, Mich., and had been an Olivet resident for one year. She loved sewing and line dancing. She was preceded in death by daughter Mary Kate Fournier in August 1995 and a son, Michael Allen McKinney, in 1979. Memorial services were Saturday, Sept. 28, at the Olivet First Assembly of God Church, Olivet, with the Rev. Douglas Hammond officiating. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Good Samaritan Hospice, Battle Creek, Mich. _______________ Blanche M. McManus Blanche Mae McManus, 100, of Charlotte died Feb. 3, 1996, at Thornapple Manor, Hastings. Mrs. McManus was born in Ingham County, the daughter of John and Elizabeth (Ebling) King and was a homemaker. Services are Tuesday, Feb. 6, at 2 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Peter Brenner officiating. Interment is in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Ruth A. McNamara Ruth A. McNamara, 91, of Bradenton, Fla., formerly of Eaton Rapids, died Oct. 16. She was born June 27, 1905, in Ann Arbor, the daughter of Frederick Herman and Carrie L. (Biddle) Aprill. She was a graduate of Saline High School and Eastern Michigan University. She and her husband, Lawrence, were partners in McNamara Auto Sales, an Oldsmobile dealership in Eaton Rapids. She had been an elementary teacher in the Eaton Rapids Public Schools for 17 years. She spent many winters in Bradenton. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence, in 1962; brother, Laurence R. Aprill; and sister, Lucile G. Aprill. Funeral services were Oct. 19 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church in Eaton Rapids or the Eaton Rapids Community Hospital. _______________ Thomas L. McNamara Thomas L. McNamara, 79, of Charlotte died Dec. 16, 1996. Mr. McNamara was born July 15, 1917, the son of Frank and Mary (Osborne) McNamara. He worked as a general contractor in his own business, Tom McNamara and Sons, and was a former employer for the Michigan Highway Department. He served in the Navy during World War II, and was affiliated with the St. Vincent DePaul Society and was a former member of the Lansing Elks Club. He was preceded in death by his daughter and son-in-law, Joan and Thomas Griffin; five grandchildren; son-in-law, Craig Harton; two brothers, Frank and Walter; one sister, Betty Jane Dargel; and his parents. Services were Dec. 19 at St. Mary Catholic Church, Charlotte, with Father Thomas Nenneau officiating. Rosary service was Dec. 19 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Interment was in the St. Joseph Cemetery, Lansing. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Vincent DePaul Society, or the T.T.S. Facility for the Handicapped in Holt. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. _______________ Francis B. Maag Sr. Francis B. Maag Sr., 55 of Mulliken died May 26, 1996, at the University of Michigan Medical Center, Ann Arbor, following a long illness. Mr. Maag was born July 31, 1940, in Lansing, the son of Walter and Margaret (Brozany) Maag. He retired this year from the Eaton County Road Commission where he worked as a heavy equipment operator. He was a member of the Oneida Gospel Church and had been a Roxand Township fireman for 35 years. He was preceded in death by his father, Walter, and one brother, Theodore. Services were May 30 at the Oneida Gospel Church with the Rev. Jeffrey Nunham officiating. Interment was in the Meadowbrook Cemetery, Mulliken. Arrangements were made by the Barker-Leik Funeral Home, Mulliken. _______________ Phyllis J. Mackey Phyllis J. Mackey, 70, of Charlotte, formerly of York, Neb., died Feb. 18, 1996. Mrs. Mackey was born in Norton, Kan., the daughter of William and Viola Klawonn. She was employed by York College in York, for 28 years, working most of that time as a fund raiser. The new York college Cafeteria and Conference Center will be named the "Phyllis J. Mackey Center" in her honor. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald "Dale", in 1966. Services were Feb. 21 at the East Hill Church of Christ in York, Neb., with Dr. Elmer Baker officiating. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery in McCook, Neb. Local services were arranged by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Brennin S. Maher Brennin Sue Maher, 4, of Potterville died Oct. 20, 1996. Brennin was born Sept. 29, 1992, the daughter of Gregory and Melissa (Martin) Maher. Services were Oct. 23 at Potterville Methodist Church, with the Rev. Paul Bailey officiating. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to a memorial fund in Brennin's name at Potterville Methodist Church. _______________ Fred L. Mangler Fred Luther Mangler, 81, of Charlotte died June 15, 1996. Mr. Mangler was born Oct. 31, 1914, in Ingham County, the son of Jacob and Anna Mangler. He was a lifelong farmer of Eaton County. He married Agnes Staron on March 22, 1958. He was a member of the Czechoslovak Society of American, Farm Bureau, and served as a treasurer on the Zachariah School Board. He was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church of Grand Ledge and an associate member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Zephyrhills, Fla. After retirement, he and his wife traveled to Europe, Australia, Canada, and Mexico, before settling in their winter home in Zephyrhills, Fla. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be Saturday, June 29, at 1:30 p.m., at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Grand Ledge, with Pastor Richard McKenzie officiating. Arrangements were made by Oakley Chapel Hill Gardens, Zephyrhills. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice. _______________ James H. Marcum James Hugh Marcum, 58, of Vermontville died Dec. 9, 1996. Mr. Marcum was born Sept. 21, 1938, the son of Thomas and Agatha (Upton) Marcum. He worked in the construction business for many years and was affiliated with the Operating Engineers local #324 and F.O. Eagles #3782 of Woodland. He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara, in 1989. Services were Dec. 12 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Eric Lison officiating. Interment was in the Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. _______________ Mary E. Markison Mary Ellen Markison, 68, of Charlotte died Jan. 7, 1996, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mrs. Markison was born in Eaton County, the daughter of David Pearl and Catharine (Pearl, Green) Baker. She worked for Schrader-Huber Insurance Agency as a secretary and was affiliated with the Eaton Community Hospice, VFW Auxiliary, Eaton County Farm Bureau, Gresham United Methodist Church, and the HGB Hospital Auxiliary. Services are Wednesday, Jan. 10, at 3 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Robert Kersten and the Rev. Jeff Bowman officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Gresham UMC or Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Donald A. Marsh Donald Alonzo Marsh, 75, of Lake Odessa died Oct. 18, 1996, at Tendercare South, Lansing. Mr. Marsh was born Oct. 17, 1921, in Oneida Township, Eaton County, the son of Alonzo and Edna (Vanderburg) Marsh. Mr. Marsh was a long time member of the Sunfield Lions club and held many offices in the club. He was a member of the VFW in Portland, and the Sunfield Fire Department for many years. He was a leader for the Boy Scouts in the Sunfield area and helped the Future Farmers of America at Sunfield High School. He drove a Lakewood school bus for years on the regular route and one trips. He was a farmer and also worked at the Sunfield Farmers Elevator and at the Lake Odessa Canning Company. He was a member of the United States Army stationed in the Asiatic-Pacific area for 21 months. He was preceded in death by one brother, Robert of Texas; and one sister, Opal (Winston) Lake of Vermontville. Services were Oct. 21 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield, with Pastor Donald Woolum of Mulliken United Methodist Church officiating. Interment was in the West Sebewa Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sunfield S.P.Y.'s and to the Sebewa Center United Methodist Church or the Sunfield Lions Club. _______________ Joyce A. Marsh Joyce Anne Marsh, 65, of Marshall died Aug. 10, 1996. Mrs. Marsh was born May 11, 1931, in Williamston, the daughter of Roy and Anna (Beach) Caswell. She had been employed by Consumer's Power in Charlotte, was co-owner of The Quaint Shop Too in Olivet, and co- owner of The Isle of Ewe, Marshall. She was also known to many as an accomplished local artist. She was a former member of the American Business Womens Association. Services were Aug. 13 at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the ABWA Scholarship Fund. _______________ Evelyn A. Marzean Evelyn A. "Grama Tony" Marzean, 89, of Grand Ledge, died Dec. 17, 1996 at her home. She was a longtime area resident, operating the shipping department at Anderson Archery for over 30 years, and an active member of St. Michael Catholic Church and its Altar Society. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of over 50 years, Anthony in 1979, and two brothers and one sister. Services were Dec. 20 at St. Michael Church with the Rev. Fr. Robert McGraw officiating. Interment was in Oakwood Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Michael School. _______________ Harlon T. Mason Harlon T. Mason, 84, of Mason, formerly of Charlotte, Nashville, and Potterville, died Sept. 5, 1996. Mr. Mason was born March 7, 1912, in Eaton County, the son of Thomas and Estella (Mast) Mason. He was a retired carpenter and painter and formerly owned and operated a convalescent home in the Potterville area. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Fanny Aug. 16, 1963. Visitation is Sunday, Sept. 8, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Services are Monday, Sept. 9, at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with Fr. Patrick Cwik officiating. Interment is in the Kalamo Cemetery, Eaton County. Memorial envelopes are available at the funeral home. _______________ Estella M. Masters Estella M. Masters, 70, of Olivet died Dec. 4, 1996, in Okeechobee, Fla., where she and her husband were spending the winter months. Mrs. Masters was born in Charlotte, the daughter of Charles and Bernice (Frank) Magoon, and had been a life resident of the Charlotte and Olivet area. She worked for a time at Win Shuler's Restaurant in Marshall, and the Wilcox-Gay Company in Charlotte. She was a member of the Marshall Moose Lodge #676 and the Nashville VFW Post #8260 Auxiliary where she was a life member. She was preceded in death by one son, Mark, in 1975, and an infant daughter, Pamela, in 1944. Services were Dec. 9 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Clark Hock officiating. Interment was in the Bosworth Cemetery, Olivet. Memorial contributions may be made to the Marshall Moose Lodge or the Nashville VFW Post. _______________ Jack C. Mate Jack C. Mate, 73, of Olivet died Feb. 19, 1996, at his residence after an extended illness. Mr. Mate was born in Charlotte, the son of Theron and Beulah (Huntoon) Mate. He was a graduate of Charlotte High School, served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II, and had been an Olivet resident since 1954 coming from Charlotte. He had owned and operated the former Mate's Grocery and Mate Furniture Store in Olivet, was a real estate salesperson, and had been employed by the Johnson Lumber Company in Charlotte. He was a charter member of the Olivet Rotary Club, a member and past master of the Charlotte Lodge #120 F&AM, a member of the Saladin Shrine Temple and a member of the Olivet Chamber of Commerce. He married the former Betty Weaver on July 24, 1943. She preceded him in death on May 16, 1993. Services were Feb. 23 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. William Colson officiating. Interment was in the Bosworth Cemetery near Olivet. Memorial contributions may be made to the Outpatient Kidney Dialysis Unit at Sparrow Hospital or the Olivet Rotary Club. _______________ Pearl A. Matheney Pearl A. Matheney, 80, of Charlotte died June 12, 1996. Mrs. Matheney was born May 30, 1916, in Swifton, Ark., the daughter of Perry and Alfie (Simmons) Fortney. She formerly worked as a waitress for Jay's Restaurant and a clerk for Behren's and Row Drug Store. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford, in 1993. Services were June 14 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Pastor Jerry Slivensky officiating. Interment was in the Kalamo Cemetery, Eaton County. Memorial contributions may be made to the National Arthritis Foundation. _______________ Alice Maupin Alice Day Maupin, 86, of Charlotte died Dec. 4, 1996. Mrs. Maupin was born Nov. 18, 1910, in Benton Township, the daughter of Archie and Iva (Blasier) Walsh. She and her first husband, Raymond Day, owned and operated Day's Meat Market in Charlotte for several years. She later worked for Knapp's Department Store and Leibermann's in Lansing. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Raymond. Services were Dec. 7 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Peter Brenner officiating. Interment was in the Benton Township Cemetery. _______________ Alberta May Alberta J. "Tootsie" May, 66, of Nashville died Sept. 22, 1996, at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. Mrs. May was born May 17, 1930, in Dayton, Tenn., the daughter of John and Daisy (Suttles) Dotson. She attended Pineville Country School and married Ernest May on July 17, 1949 in Georgia. She worked at a hosiery mill in her early years. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Daisy; one grandson, Andrew May; and two brothers, Walter and William Dotson. Services were Sept. 26 at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville, with Pastor Rick Martin of Five Corners Church officiating. Interment was in the Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Memorials contributions may be made to the Diabetes Foundation. _______________ John W. Maynard John W. Maynard, 44, of Grand Ledge died Feb. 9, 1996, at his home. Mr. Maynard was born July 7, 1951, in Ionia. He was a 1969 graduate of Potterville High School, a 26-year employee of Buick-Oldsmobile-Cadillac, and received the Purple Heart while serving with the Army in Vietnam. Services are Tuesday, Feb. 13, at 1 p.m. at the Oneida Gospel Church, Grand Ledge, with Pastor Bob Besemer officiating. Military honors are being given by Portland VFW Post #4090 at Meadowbrook Cemetery, Mulliken. Arrangements were made by the Barker-Leik Funeral Home, Mulliken. _______________ Susie K. Mazurek Susie Kay Mazurek, 52, of Eaton Rapids died March 20, 1996, at her residence. Mrs. Mazurek was born July 10, 1943, in Charlotte, the daughter of Francis and Thelma (Howard) McDonald. She had been a resident of Eaton Rapids for 35 years. She was employed by General Motors in Lansing and a member of UAW Local #1753. She was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, George in 1990. Services were March 25 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Thomas Evans officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or Multiple Sclerosis Society. _______________ Charles A. Meddaugh Charles A. Meddaugh, 99, of Potterville died June 17, 1996. Mr. Meddaugh was born Oct. 6, 1896, in Bay County. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Sylvia, and second wife, Floretta; one son, Manley (Tug) Meddaugh; and great-granddaughter, Trish Meddaugh. Services were June 19 at Chapel In the Pine Funeral Home with the Rev. Toby Stadden officiating. Interment was in the Deepdale Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of Lansing. _______________ Judy R. Medlock Judy Rose Medlock, 56, of DeWitt, formerly of Charlotte, died May 28, 1996, after a long, courageous battle with cancer. Mrs. Medlock was born March 30, 1940, in Charlotte, the daughter of Robert and Delores (Bouska) Bryan. She was a 1958 graduate of Charlotte High School and attended college in Elkhart, Ind. She was preceded in death by her mother, Delores; one sister, Michelle; her grandparents; and one aunt and one uncle. Services were May 31 at the Gorsline-Runcimen Funeral Co. Lansing Chapel with Jack Buckmaster officiating. Interment was in Deepdale Memorial Park, Lansing. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lansing, 6035, Executive Drive, Suite 103, Lansing, Mich. 48911. _______________ Colin B. Meilstrup Colin Bruce Meilstrup, 23, of Charlotte died Jan. 15, 1996, as a result of an automobile accident. Mr. Meilstrup was born Aug. 9, 1972, in Grand Rapids, the son of Bruce and Margaret (Boorman) Meilstrup. He was employed by Kroger in Lake Lansing. He was a 1990 graduate of Charlotte High School, attended Albion College for three and one half years where he was a member of the National Service Fraternity, Alpha Phi Omega life member, and belonged to the Alpha Gamma Lambda Chapter. Praying of the Rosary was Jan. 17 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Mass was Jan. 18 at St. Mary Catholic Church, Charlotte, with Father Thomas Nenneau as Celebrant. _______________ Jordan W. Meyer Jordan W. Meyer, 24, of Wauseon, Ohio, formerly of Bellevue, died Sept. 14, 1996, in Wauseon, Ohio, as a result of an automobile accident. He was a 1990 graduate of Bellevue High School, a member of the wrestling and golf teams, and FFA. He had also submitted woodworking projects to Youth Talent. For the past three years, he had been a mill wright at Northwest Industries in Pettisville, Ohio. He married Kelly Schnitkey Sept. 23, 1995, in Wauseon. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Chester and Pauline (Haan) Meyer. Services were Sept. 17 at the Bellevue United Methodist Church with the Rev. Mark Thomas and 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 Kaitlyn Schnitkey Trust Fund, in care of Steven Meyer, Hastings City Bank, 115 N. Main, Bellevue, Mich. 49021. _______________ Lynn Marie Middaugh Lynn Marie Middaugh, 46, of Charlotte died April 8, 1996. Mrs. Middaugh was born Oct. 4, 1949, in Lansing, the daughter of Lewis and Fern (Marshall) Hayes. She worked as a mortgage officer for the banking industry for 29 years. She was employed by the N.B.D. of Lansing. Services were April 11 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Interment was in the Eagle Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to her children's college education fund. _______________ Bernadine J. Miller Bernadine J. Miller, 80, of Charlotte, Narrow Lake, and Marlingen, Texas, died Feb. 3, 1996, at Valley Baptist Hospital in Texas. Mrs. Miller was born in Eaton County, the daughter of Owen and Kathleen (Velker) Baker and was a homemaker. Services were Feb. 10 at 2 p.m. at the First Baptist Church Charlotte, with the Rev. Charles Moore officiating. Interment was in the Bosworth Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Dorothy Miller Dorothy Miller, 79, of Charlotte, formerly of Battle Creek, died Jan. 2, 1996 at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility. Mrs. Miller was born in Clarkton, Mo., the daughter of Walter and Lena Mae (Rainwater) Harrison, and was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas in 1973; two sons, Gary in 1935 and Wilbur in 1955; and a daughter, Nina Roth in 1978. Services were Jan. 5 at the Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte with Rev. Mark Livingston officiating. Interment is in the Hicks Cemetery. _______________ Ellen G. Miller Ellen Grace Miller, 49, of Marshall died unexpectedly Nov. 1, 1996, at Oaklawn Hospital. Ms. Miller was born May 7, 1947, in Big Rapids, the daughter of Ralph and Veronica (McHugh) Miller. She was a graduate of Big Rapids High School, class of 1965. She received her bachelor's degree from Ferris State in 1969, and her master's degree from Central Michigan University in 1977. She had been employed by Bellevue Community Schools as a counselor in the middle school since November 1976. Prior employment included teaching at Kingston High School, Kingston, from 1969 through 1976. She was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma Society International Alpha Iota State, Upsilon Chapter, the Michigan Education Association, and the National Organization of Women. Services were Nov. 3 at the Craig K. Kempf Funeral Home, Marshall. Interment was in the Mt. Carmel Cemetery, Big Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to Delta Kappa Gamma Society International Scholarship Fund. Assistance with memorials is available at the funeral home. _______________ Margaret L. Miller Margaret L. (James) Miller, 74, of Charlotte died Dec. 1, 1996, after an extended illness. Mrs. Miller was born in Cleveland, Ohio, the daughter of George and Catherine (Miller) James. She was a resident of the Moore's Country Living Adult Foster Care Home, Charlotte. she was a longtime resident of Charlotte and Eaton County and had lived for a period of time at Houghton Lake.. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald, in 1982; and her daughter-in-law, Patricia Baker, in 1996. Services were Dec. 4 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Peter R.K. Brenner officiating. Interment was in the Needmore Cemetery. _______________ Delmonte J. Mitchell Delmonte J. Mitchell, 66, of Charlotte died Oct. 14, 1996. Mr. Mitchell was born Oct. 5, 1930, in Eaton County, the son of Delton and Olivet (Johnson) Mitchell. He worked for Owens-Brockway as a machine repairman until his retirement in 1994. He also farmed on his own farm. He married Joyce Stapelman in 1953. He was a member of Holiday Ramblers Chapter #25. He was preceded in death by two sons, Scott in 1980 and David in 1990. Services were Oct. 16 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Fr. Thomas Nenneau officiating. Interment was in the Bosworth Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice, 313 Lansing St., Charlotte, MI 48813. _______________ Dora L. Mitchell Dora L. Mitchell, 86, of Clare died April 30, 1996, at Mid-Michigan Regional Medical Center, Clare. Mrs. Mitchell was born Dec. 28, 1909, the daughter of Ralph and Clare (Hokanson) Zeis. She married Maurice Mitchell on Jan. 24, 1926. He preceded her in death in 1967. Graveside services were May 3 at the Needmore Cemetery near Charlotte. Arrangements were made by the Stephenson-Wyman Funeral Home, Clare. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Association or Michigan Heart Funds. _______________ Rex A. Mix Rex Alex Mix, 55, of Charlotte died Wednesday, July 10, 1996. Mr. Mix was born December 8, 1940, in Edwardsport, Ind., the son of Rex and Vera (Bond) Mix. He was a truck driver for Equity Trucking. He was preceded in death by his father, Rex in 1986. Services were July 15 at the Mattox Wood Funeral Home, N. Terre Haute, Ind. Interment was in the Highland Lawn Cemetery, Terre Haute. _______________ June E. Moening June E. (Swift) Moening, 89, of Charlotte, died Sept. 4, 1996. Mrs. Moening was born July 22, 1907, in Detroit, the daughter of Charles and Alice (Bennett) Swift. She was a cook and baker for the Lansing Public Schools for 20 years, retiring in 1972. From 1973 to the present, she was an Avon representative. She was a member of the Potterville United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard in 1947, and son-in- law, Rex Morrissey in 1991. Services were Sept. 6 at the Pray Funeral Home, in Charlotte with the Rev. Paul Bailey officiating. Interment was in the Rose Hill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to Potterville Methodist Church Building Fund or the charity of one's choice. _______________ Steve C. Moist Steve C. Moist, 43, of Charlotte died Nov. 24, 1996, in Albion, as a result of an automobile accident. Mr. Moist was born March 2, 1953, in Charlotte, the son of William and Delores (Carter) Moist. He worked as a machine operator for Masterbuilt. Services were Nov. 27 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte with the Rev. Mark Woodbury officiating. Interment was in the Needmore Cemetery, Eaton County. Memorial contributions may be made for the benefit of his children. _______________ William "Bill" "Grunt" Montgomery William "Bill" "Grunt" Montgomery, age 89, died Sunday, July 7, 1996 in Charlotte. Mr. Montgomery was born February 13, 1907 in Packwaukee, WI, the son of William T. and Hannah M. (Nelson) Montgomery. He attended the Eaton Rapids First United Methodist Church, and was a member of the Eaton Rapids Masonic Lodge #63 F&AM. Bill retired from General Motors in 1969 after 25 years of service and was a veteran of WWII serving in the U.S. Army. He was preceded in death by his wife, Romaine in 1960.. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Those desiring may make contributions to the Eaton Rapids Community Hospital in memory of William "Grunt" Montgomery. _______________ Zelma N. Montie-Staple Zelma Norma Montie-Staple, 88, of Charlotte, formerly of Eaton Rapids, died June 12, 1996, at Thornapple Manor in Hastings. Mrs. Montie-Staple was born Feb. 23, 1908, in Columbiaville, the daughter of Henry and Emily (Metcalf) Ross. She was the owner and office manager of the Montie Insurance Agency in Eaton Rapids; a life member of the OES Lodge #241, Eaton Rapids; and a member of the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church, Charlotte. She was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Montie in 1967, and one son, Melvin Montie in 1953. Services were June 14 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Memorial services were provided by OES Lodge #241. Interment was in the Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. _______________ Gene M. Moore Gene Mills Moore, 74, of Sunfield, formerly of Savanna, Ill., died April 1, 1996 at a Lansing hospital. Mr. Moore was born in Savanna, Ill., March 22, 1922, the son of Frank and Alice (Teeter) Moore. He served in the United States Navy during World War II; married Elmira Peterson June 16, 1946; and moved to Sunfield about five years ago. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Edward Moore; and his son, Richard Moore. Services were held April 5, at the Law-Jones Funeral Home in Savanna, Ill. Interment followed at Savanna Township Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel in Sunfield. Contributions may be made to the local Humane Society. _______________ Helen M. Moore Helen Marie Moore, 70, of Charlotte, died Feb. 21, 1996. Mrs. Moore was born Jan. 11, 1926, in Agar, S.D., the daughter of Hio and Anna (Harmes) Heien. She married George E. Moore Aug. 29, 1994. She retired from General Aluminum in 1987 and had been a member of VFW Auxiliary Post #2406. Services were Feb. 26 at the First Lutheran Church, Charlotte, with the Rev. John Bookshaw officiating. Interment was at Fort Custer National Cemetery, Battle Creek. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. _______________ Merna V. Moore Merna V. Moore, 82, died Aug. 5, 1996. Mrs. Moore was born Dec. 19, 1913, in Stockbridge, the daughter of Ray and Ida May (Bates) Cobb. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Eaton Rapids, and member-at-large of the United Methodist Women. She was an honorary member of the Eaton Rapids Hospital Auxiliary and a life member of the Order of the Eastern Star #241. Services were Aug. 8 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Interment was in the Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to either the First UMC or the Alzheimer's Association. _______________ Frank C. Morgan Frank C. Morgan, 83, of Charlotte died March 8, 1996, at his residence. Mr. Morgan was born in Charlotte, the son of Asa and Mabelle (Wright) Morgan and was a lifelong Charlotte resident. He was a 1930 graduate of Charlotte High School and a June 1935 graduate of Michigan State College where he received degrees in accounting and business administration. After graduation, he worked for 10 months for the National Reemployment Service at an office in the basement of the Charlotte Post Office. In 1936, he accepted a position as sub-clerk at the Charlotte PO where he worked for four years, then was an assistant postmaster for nine-and-one-half years, and 19 years as a rural mail carrier, retiring in 1968. He accepted a position as a government accountant with the Michigan Department of Social Services, retiring in January 1979. At the time he retired, he was supervisor of the administrative expense section with 26 employees. He also operated a part time typewriter repair and sales business in his home from 1957-69, had a real estate broker's license from 1955-86, and more recently, served as a court officer for the Eaton County District Court. He was a member of the Charlotte Board of Education from 1957-65, serving six years as its president. He was a member of the Charlotte Investment Club from 1956-77, was appointed to the Higher Education Assistance Authority in August 1980, serving for four years, served on the Charlotte Cemetery Board, and was a member of the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by one son, Kirby Lee on April 3, 1989. Services were March 11 at the Burkhead-Green 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 United Methodist Church or Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. _______________ Dylan R. Morris Dylan Ray Morris, age 3, of Vermontville died Wednesday, July 10, 1996. Dylan was born March 18, 1993, the son of Lynn Ann Morris and Michael Harley. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Willis Morris in 1989. Services were July 13 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Jeffrey Bowman officiating. Interment was in the Summitt Cemetery, Williamston. _______________ Luther Morris Luther Morris, 45, of Sunfield died Oct. 14, 1996, in Kentucky. Services were Oct. 16 at the Apostolic Revival Temple Church in Scottsburg, Ind. Interment was in the Sunfield Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. _______________ Dorothy M. Mosier Dorothy May Mosier, 73, of Charlotte died Oct. 6, 1996. Mrs. Mosier was born Aug. 5, 1923, the daughter of Edd and Nola May (Osborne) Riedl. She had been a school bus driver for the Potterville Public Schools and was affiliated with the Potterville United Methodist church and Eaton County Extension. She was the Past Worthy Matron of OES #413. She was preceded in death by her parents and one son, Steven, in 1972. Services were Oct. 9 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. Interment was in the Gresham Cemetery. _______________ Curgie Murphy Curgie (Cole) Murphy, 81, of Holland, formerly of Olivet and formerly of Ezel, Ken., died Jan. 22, 1996, at the Holland Health Care Nursing Home after a lengthy illness. Mrs. Murphy was born Nov. 7, 1914, in Magoffin County, Ken., the daughter of Elbert and Polly (Salyers) Cole. She was a retired housewife and farmer. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Clay Wade Murphy in 1972, eight sisters, and four brothers. Services are Saturday, Jan. 27, at the Herald-Stewart-Halsey Funeral Home, West Liberty, Ken., with Pastor Winford Collins officiating. Interment is in the Ezel Cemetery. Local arrangements were made by the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Jeremy B. Murphy Jeremy Brian Murphy, age 6, of Olivet, died Sept. 10, 1996, at the University of Michigan Hospital, Ann Arbor, after a short illness. Jeremy was born Sept. 21, 1989, in Lansing, the son of Brian and Pamela Murphy. He was in the first grand at the Fern Persons Elementary School, Olivet, and a member of the 4-H Cloverbuds. Services were Sept. 13 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with Fr. Terry Henry officiating. Interment was in the Bosworth Cemetery, Olivet. Memorial contributions may be made to the Fern Persons Elementary School or 4-H Cloverbuds. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. _______________ Frank L. Naylor Frank L. Naylor, 87, of Eaton Rapids died April 15, 1996 in Eaton Rapids. Mr. Naylor was born Aug. 16, 1908, in Hamlin Township, Eaton County, the son of Ernest and Blanche (Nisbet) Naylor. He had been a member of the Eaton Rapids First United Methodist Church since 1926, co-director of the Methodist Men's Club, and Sunday school superintendent for many years. He was very active in the Boy Scouts of America serving as South Master from 1942-43 and 1962-64. He received the Silver Beaver Award and the Flame and Cross Award for over 50 years of service to Scouts and church. He was a member of the Order of The Arrow. He was a self- employed carpenter and farmer all of his life. He was preceded in death by his great-grandson, Dakota Rowley. Services were April 18 at the First United Methodist Church, with Pastor Tom Evans officiating. Interment of cremains followed at Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Arrangements were made by the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the Boy Scouts of America or the First United Methodist Church, Eaton Rapids. _______________ Frank J. Nerone Frank J. Nerone, 86, of Charlotte died March 10, 1996, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, after an extended illness. Mr. Nerone was born in Pittsburgh, Penn., and had been a Charlotte resident since 1979, coming from Pittsburgh. He had been involved with the real estate business as a salesman, was a member of the Italian- American Democratic Club, and the Young Mens Christian Association, all in Pittsburgh. He was preceded in death by two children. Private services were held. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Arrangements were made by the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Jeanne K. Nevins Jeanne Kay Nevins, 49, of Grand Ledge died May 22, 1996, at Bronson Hospital, Kalamazoo, or injuries sustained in an auto accident May 15, 1996. Mrs. Nevins was born in Charlotte, the daughter of James and Mary (Gorman) Merrill and was a lifelong Grand Ledge, Potterville, and Charlotte area resident. She was a 1965 graduate of Potterville High School, had been a nurses aide at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility, Charlotte, and most recently was employed by Frank's Party Store, Potterville. Services were May 25 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Jeffrey Nunham and the Rev. Paul Bailey officiating. Interment was in the Benton Township Cemetery. _______________ Duane "Nick" D. Nicol Duane "Nick" D. Nicol, 71, of Charlotte, died Aug. 29, 1996, at his residence. Mr. Nicol was born April 1, 1925, in Charlotte, the son of John and Glenna (Smith) Nicol. He graduated from Charlotte High School in 1943, served in the U.S. Navy, and attended Michigan State University. He was a rural mail carrier for the Charlotte Post Office for 35 years until his retirement. He also drove school bus, worked for the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, coached little league, and was active in Charlotte Oriole Band Boosters activities. He attended the First Baptist Church of Charlotte.. He was preceded in death by one brother, Delmar in 1940. Services were Sept. 3 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Robert Wisehart and Rev. Charles Moore officiating. Interment was in the Benton Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Robert L. Nichols Robert Lee Nichols, 85, of Potterville died Jan. 10, 1996, at St. Lawrence Hospital, Lansing. Mr. Nichols was born in St. Louis, the son of Leon and Eva (Menhenick) Nichols. He had been a press room supervisor at Oldsmobile until his retirement in 1970. He was also bus supervisor for Potterville Public Schools for several years. He was a former member of the Potterville Lions Club and Olds Quarter Century Club. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Shirley Rothstein, and two brothers, Carl and Leon. Services were Jan. 13 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Robert Coen officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity or one's choice. _______________ Mary E. Nicholson Mary Ellen (Long) Nicholson, 89, formerly of Bellevue died Jan. 29, 1996, at Cortez Care in Bradenton, Fla. Mrs. Nicholson was born Nov. 21, 1906, in Charlotte, the daughter of Hugh and Irena (Casler) Long. She graduated from Eaton Rapids High School and Ferris Institute and received her master's degree from Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo. She taught school for 30 years, the last 15 years in Bellevue. She married Dr. Joseph Nicholson in Bellevue-Olivet Chapter #196 OES and served twice as Worthy Matron. She was also the soloist for the Eastern Star, a member of the Rebeccas and belonged to the Baptist Church in Eaton Rapids. She belonged to the Women's Society of Christian Service of the Bellevue United Methodist Church. She was also a member of the National Education Association.. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph, in 1976, one son, Jack Nicholson in 1992, and one brother, Victor Long, in 1960. Services are Saturday, Feb. 3, at 1 p.m., at the Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue, with Pastor Darwin Kuhl officiating. Interment will be in the Riverside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Red Cross or Salvation Army. _______________ Michael D. Nixon Michael D. Nixon, 53, of Lansing died Feb. 16, 1996. Mr. Nixon was born in Lansing May 24, 1942, and was a lifelong resident. He was employed with B.O.C., Powertrain Assembly for over 30 years, retiring in 1992. Services are held Tuesday, March 26, 4 p.m., at the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel, with Rev. Richard Johns of the Grace United Methodist Church officiating. Contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice. _______________ Esther Mae Nye Esther Mae Nye, 88, of Charlotte died Oct. 29, 1996. Mrs. Nye was born July 15, 1908, in Kankakee, Ill., the daughter of Clarence and Lena (Hill) Gibbs. She married Harold Nye in 1933. She was a bookkeeper for Farm bureau and for Community Oil, where she retired. She was a member of the Farm Bureau Kitchen Band in the 40's, treasurer of the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church in the 70's, received special membership from the U.M.W. in 1977, U.M.W. treasurer in the 80's, special membership of 2nd Century Women in 1991, member of the Ruth Circle, and an honorary member of the Hayes Green Beach Hospital Auxiliary. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Sheryl in 1937 and her husband, Harold, in 1972. Services were Nov. 1 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment was in the Bosworth Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church, Charlotte. _______________ Harold J. O'Dell Jr. Harold J. "Tiny" O'Dell Jr., 66, of Vermontville died May 18, 1996, at his residence. Mr. O'Dell was born in Lansing, the son of Harold Sr. and Eva (Wriggleworth) O'Dell. He was a heavy duty mechanic and owned O'Dell's Towing Service and formerly owned the Sugar Hut in Vermontville.. Services were May 21 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Jeffrey Bowman officiating. Interment was in the Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. _______________ Gladys Ohlerich Gladys (Fox) Ohlerich, 95, of Eaton Rapids died March 23, 1996. Mrs. Ohlerich was born Dec. 31, 1901, in Eaton County, the daughter of Arthur and Helena (Sabin) Fox. She worked at the VFW Home in Eaton Rapids and as a fundraiser for the Starr-Commonwealth for Boys in Albion. She was preceded in death by her parents; and two brothers, Clyde and Homer Fox. Interment was in the Benton Township Cemetery. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Ruthella Olney Ruthella Olney, 88, of Albany, Ore., died Sept. 8, 1995, after an extended illness. Mrs. Olney was born Dec. 3, 1907, in Homer, the daughter of Frank and Ella (Collins) Deming. She graduated from the O.J. Cleary Business College in Upsilanti. She moved to Grand Rapids for a short time, then to Battle Creek to work for Post Cereals. She married William Olney Dec. 8, 1929, in Angola, Ind., and they made their home in Battle Creek until 1932 when they moved to a farm in Homer Township. In 1950, they moved to Litchfield, later living in Homer, before moving to Albany, Ore., in 1978. She was a former member of Daughters of the American Revolution, Business and Professional Women of Charlotte, and the former Little Theater Group of Charlotte, and a past chairman of RSVP in Albany. She was preceded in death by one brother, and one sister. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services were held Sept. 11 at the Aasum Autumn Chapel, Albany, Ore., with Fr. Patrick Walsh officiating. Interment was in Michigan. Memorial contributions may be made to Evergreen _______________ Pauline E. Ott Pauline E. (Heisler) Ott, 74, of Olivet died May 4, 1996, at the Bronson Methodist Hospital, Kalamazoo, after an extended illness. Mrs. Ott was born in Clarence Township, Calhoun County, the daughter of August and Anna (Rosenau) Heisler. She was a lifelong resident of Clarence Township. She was a 1939 graduate of Springport High School, a former 4-H leader, and a member of the Ladies Extension Club in Clarence Township. Services were May 7 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Robert Doner officiating. Interment was in the North Clarence (Hunt) Cemetery in Clarence Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. _______________ Howard D. Overholt Howard Dodge Overholt, 85, of Mulliken died May 26, 1996. Mr. Overholt was born in Rockford Feb. 4, 1911, the son of Harold and Olive (Dodge) Overholt. He was employed by Oldsmobile Division of General Motors Corp. for 22 years, retiring in 1971. He was a lifelong farmer, a member of Sunfield United Methodist Church, and was an honorary member of the Sunfield Lions Club. Services were held May 30 at Sunfield United Methodist Church, with Rev. Harris Hoekwater officiating. Pallbearers were Brian Overholt, Scott Smith, Roger Freeman, Kevin Overholt, James Hansen, Rodney Martin, Robert Davis, and Timothy Weddington. _______________ Leonard E. Page Leonard Eugene Page, 78, of Windsor Township, Charlotte, died Sept. 11, 1996. Mr. Page was born May 8, 1918, the son of Jessie and Ione (Bronner) Page. He was a press operator at Motor Wheel for 30 years before retiring. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Barbara Totten. Services were Sept. 13 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Brother Bob Nappier officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Wilbur J. Page Wilbur J. Page, 54, of Bellevue died July 6, 1996, at Bronson Methodist Hospital, Kalamazoo, as the result of an auto accident in Bellevue Township. Mr. Page was born June 26, 1912, in Convis Township, the son of Wilbur and Marie (Leslie) page. He married Alma Dowding in 1943 and she died in 1968. He married Dorothy Reynolds and that marriage ended in divorce. He was a skilled tradesman who retired in 1974 after 20 years with Diamond Reo Trucks in Lansing. He had also worked at the Eaton and Oliver Corporations in Battle Creek, Albion, and Hess Roofing, Bellevue. He was a member of the Eagles Lodge #299. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Clara LaForge and Alberta McCary, and one step-son, Jack Newton. Services were July 10 at the Lehman Chapel, Shaw Funeral Home, Bellevue, with the Rev. Darwin Kuhl officiating. Interment was in the Riverside Cemetery, Bellevue. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. _______________ Judith A. Palacios Judith Ann Palacios, 49, of Charlotte died July 29, 1996. Mrs. Palacios was born June 11, 1947, in Battle Creek, the daughter of Wesley and Dorothy (Marshall) Conley. She was preceded in death by one grandson, Jayce Aaron Swank. Graveside services were Aug. 2 at Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte, with Roxie Marshall officiating. _______________ Charles H. Parker Charles Herbert Parker, 76, of Charlotte died Nov. 12, 1996. Mr. Parker was born Feb. 22, 1920, in Moran, the son of Charles Herbert Sr. and Hattie (Wallace) Parker. He was a buffer for 38 years for Aluminum Extrusions-Hoover. He was preceded in death by his wife, Maybell June 11, 1994, and one brother, Les in 1995. Services were Nov. 14 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Charles Jensen officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Carson H. Parr Carson H. Parr, 95, of Charlotte died Jan. 14, 1996, at the St. Lawrence Dimondale Center after an extended illness. Mr. Parr was born Dec. 9, 1900, the son of Herbert and Mary (Kirby) Parr and had been a lifelong resident of the Chester Township and Charlotte area. He was a retired dairy farmer and also worked for the Charlotte Chair Co. and Michigan Silo Co. He was a graduate of Charlotte High School and had attended Eaton County Normal School. He was a former president of the Martin School District board and a former member of the Eaton County School Board. He was also a life member (74 years) of the Charlotte Lodge #120 F&AM, Eaton County Farm Bureau, Independent Milk Co-Op, life member of the National Holstein Association, and a former member of the Army National Guard Calvary. He was preceded in death by one grandson, Michael Parr. Visitation is Tuesday, Jan. 16, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. Services are Wednesday, Jan. 17, at 1 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Jeffrey Bowman officiating. Interment is in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Lawrence Dimondale Center Activities Department or American Heart Association. _______________ William H. Payette William H. Payette, 72, of Olivet died May 5, 1996, at his residence after an extended illness. Mr. Payette had been an Olivet resident for 41 years coming from Athens. He was a World War II Army Air Corps veteran, a member of the Maple City Post #2406 VFW in Charlotte, and a member of the Charlotte Assembly of God. He was employed by Aluminum Extrusions Company in Charlotte, retiring in 1988 after 36 years of service. Services were May 8 at the Charlotte Assembly of God Church with Pastor Mark Woodbury officiating. Entombment was in the Floral Lawn Mausoleum, Battle Creek. Arrangements were made by the Burkhead- Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. _______________ George W. Pease George William Pease, 51, of Silverdale, Wash., formerly of Bellevue, died Sept. 9, 1996, at his residence. Mr. Pease was born March 5, 1945, in Hastings, the son of F. June (Pease) Visger. He was a 1963 graduate of Bellevue High School and served with the U.S. Navy until his retirement in 1981. After retiring, he was an electronic technician. He was preceded in death by his father, George in 1967; his wife, Jill in 1980; and mother-in-law, Margie in 1992. Services were Sept. 21 at the Lawrence Avenue Methodist Church, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. _______________ Gerald B. Perkins Jr. Gerald B. Perkins Jr., 62, of El Paso, Texas, formerly of Charlotte, died July 3, 1996, at his residence. Mr. Perkins was born and raised in Charlotte. He retired from the U.S. Army in 1967. While serving in the Army, he served in Japan, Korea, Greenland, and Germany, and had been a local recruiter in Battle Creek. He was employed by Gorins Gemarts and Rocks in El Paso. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gerald B. Perkins Sr. and Aileen Brown. Graveside services were held July 11 at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery, El Paso. Memorial contributions may be made to La Mariposa Hospice of El Paso or the charity of one's choice. _______________ Bessie Pfiester Bessie (Adams) Pfiester, 76, of Zephyrhills, Fla., formerly of Hillsdale and Eaton Rapids, died Oct. 5, 1996, in Zephyrhills. Mrs. Pfiester was born Feb. 18, 1919, in Lansing.. Following cremation, a memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements were made by the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home, Hillsdale. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice. _______________ Frederick D. Pfiester Frederick D. Pfiester, 83, of Zephyrhills, Fla., died Oct. 16, 1996, at Heritage Park Specialty Care Center in Dade City, Fla. Mr. Pfiester was born Aug. 10, 1913, in Eaton Rapids. He moved to Florida in 1985 from Wetmore. He had worked on the Bill Clarke Farm in Eaton Rapids after he married, and later worked as a mechanic for John Deere Equipment. He was a member of the Moose Lodge of Zephyrhills. Memorial services were Nov. 2 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Robert Betts officiating. Inurnment of ashes was in the Munger Cemetery in rural Eaton Rapids, on the Max Pfiester family plot. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Rosemary Phillips Rosemary Phillips, 67, of Charlotte died Dec. 14, 1996. Mrs. Phillips was born Oct. 22, 1929, in Charlotte, the daughter of Stanley and Foy Wells. She was preceded in death by three brothers, Earl, Ron, and Don Wells. Services were Dec. 17 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Elbern Householder officiating. Interment was in the Center Eaton Cemetery. ______________ Davy G. Pier Jr. Davy G. Pier, Jr., 34, of Grand Ledge, died Aug. 9, 1996, as a result of a single engine plane accident. He was owner of Pier Aviation Services, Inc., of Charlotte, and a member of the Big Chief Flying Club. He was a 1980 graduate of Charlotte High School. Services were Aug. 13 at the Lincoln Brick Park, Grand Ledge. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lansing Community College Foundation of Aviation Scholarship Fund. _______________ Ann E. Pierce Ann E. Pierce, 57, of Charlotte died April 4, 1996, at her residence after a lengthy illness. Mrs. Pierce was born in Battle Creek, the daughter of Wilfred and Elizabeth (Bryant) Graham, and had been a Charlotte resident since 1966 coming from Dowling. She was a 1956 graduate of Battle Creek Central High School and attended the Hannah Harrison School of Nursing, Washington, D.C. she was a licensed practical nurse and had worked at Community and Leila hospitals in Battle Creek; Oaklawn Hospital, Marshall; Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte and the Eaton County Medical Care Facility, Charlotte; and Pennock Hospital, Hastings. She was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Laura Woodbeck, in 1991. Services were April 8 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Peter Brenner officiating. Interment was in the Dowling Cemetery, Dowling. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Lelia I. Pifer Lelia I. Pifer, 80, of Charlotte died Dec. 27, 1995. Mrs. Pifer was born Dec. 2, 1915, in Kalamo, the daughter of LeRoy and Bessie (Davis) Bissett. She was preceded in death by two husband, Herbert Pifer and John Pifer. Services were Dec. 29 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. Interment was in the Gresham Cemetery. _______________ Robert J. Pittenger Robert J. Pittenger, 73, of Charlotte died June 2, 1996, after a lengthy illness. Mr. Pittenger was born in Charlotte, the son of John and Elsie (Dobbratz) Pittenger. He was a lifelong resident of Charlotte and a graduate of Charlotte High School. He attended Lansing Community College. He had served in the U.S. Army during World War II and the Korean Conflict. He was a member of Maple City Post #2406 VFW, and had been a member of the Charlotte Masonic orders. He was a self-employed cabinet maker and had been employed by Michigan National Bank. Services were June 5 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Thees Hoft officiating. Interment was in the West Carmel Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Maple City Post #2406 VFW. _______________ Joshua Robert Michael Popa Joshua Robert Michael Popa, 4, of Potterville died April 14, 1996. Joshua was born Oct. 28, 1991, in Charlotte, the son of Michael and Nikki (Alling) Popa. Services were April 18 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. John Davis officiating. _______________ Mildred M. Powell Mildred M. Powell, 90, of Charlotte died Aug. 23, 1996, after an extended illness. Mrs. Powell was born in Clarence Township, Calhoun County, the daughter of Currell and W. Maude (Miller) Starks and was a lifelong area resident, having lived in both Clarence and Brookfield townships, Eaton County, and, for the last 20 years, in Charlotte. She was a 1924 graduate of Albion High School and a member of the Charlotte Free Methodist Church. She had worked for the former Behnke's Plumbing in Charlotte, been a babysitter in her home, and was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her husband, Maynard in 1968. Services were Aug. 26 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. James Heacocks officiating. Interment was in the Perry Cemetery, Brookfield Township. Memorial contributions may be made to Camp Frances, Charlotte. _______________ Violet R. Powell Violet R. Powell, 69, died July 10,1996. Mrs. Powell was born July 26, 1926, in Olivet and was a resident of Ionia after moving from Charlotte. She was a member of the Nashville Baptist church and a retired bookkeeper. She was preceded in death by one son, Ralph, and one brother, Grayson Ballard. Services were July 13 at the Tiffany Funeral Home, Lansing, with Pastor Lester DeGroot officiating. Interment was in the Glendale Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Kidney Foundation. _______________ Alma C. Powers Alma C. Powers, 72, of Eaton Rapids died July 26, 1996 in Lansing. Mrs. Powers was born Jan. 14, 1924, in Holland, the daughter of Walter and Priscilla (Lubbers) Naber. She was the owner and operator of Powers Pool Supply in Eaton Rapids. Services were July 31 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with Pastor Virgil Groover officiating. Interment was in the Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart and Stroke Association. _______________ Doris M. Powers Doris Marie Powers, 81, of Charlotte, formerly of Nashville, died July 24, 1996. Mrs. Powers was born May 28, 1915, the daughter of William and Edith (Smith) Wright. She had been a nurse's aide. She was preceded in death by her husband, Newton Powers, in 1949. Services were July 26 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Pastor Marc Livingston officiating. Interment was in the Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. _______________ James D. Putman James D. Putman, 53, of Eaton Rapids died Nov. 27, 1996, in Eaton Rapids. Mr. Putman was born July 17, 1943, in Saginaw, the son of Jesse and Jessie Ann (Lester) Putman. He had been employed at Michigan State University, Hubbard Hall, for 30 years. Services were Dec. 3 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Stephen Klink, pastor of the Christian Community Church officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to his children's education fund. _______________ Steven T. Ramsey Steven Todd Ramsey, 35, formerly of Vermontville, died Nov. 27, 1996, in Phoenix, Ariz., following a long illness. Mr. Ramsey was a graduate of Maple Valley High School and spent several years working at Mackinaw Island. He was a gourmet cook and worked at prominent restaurants from Alaska to Arizona. He was preceded in death by his mother, Elaine Cauldren; his grandmother, Edna Zier, and his grandfathers, Hank Zier and William Long. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held Dec. 14 at 3 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, N. Main St., Vermontville, with Pastor Jeff Bowman officiating. A second memorial service is being held at Mackinaw Island in the spring. Memorial contributions may be made to the Maple Valley Scholarship Fund or MVHS, Vermontville, or the charity of one's choice. _______________ Mark A. Rasmussen Mark Allen Rasmussen, 18, of Charlotte died Nov. 13, 1996, at Bronson Methodist Hospital, Kalamazoo. Mr. Rasmussen was born in Lansing and was a recent graduate of Charlotte High School. He was employed in the building construction trades. Services were Nov. 15 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Marc Nelson officiating. Interment was in the Center Eaton Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Children's Hospital, Detroit, or Eaton Community Hospice, Charlotte. _______________ Shaun E. Rasmussen Shaun Edward Rasmussen, 15, of Charlotte died Nov. 11, 1996, as the result of an automobile accident. Shaun was born in Eaton Rapids and was a sophomore at Charlotte High School. Services were Nov. 14 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Marc Nelson officiating. Interment was in the Center Eaton Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Children's Hospital, Detroit, or Eaton Community Hospice, Charlotte. _______________ Alan L. Reese Alan L. Reese, 50, of Bellevue died Sept. 7, 1996. Mr. Reese was born April 1, 1946, in Battle Creek, the son of Frank and Helen (Harrington) Reese. He worked in maintenance for Battle Creek Gas for 30 years and was a member of the Marshall Moose Lodge #676. He also farmed his own farm. He was preceded in death by his mother, Helen. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Good Samaritan Hospital, Battle Creek. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. _______________ Hubert H. Reitz Hubert Hugh Reitz, 79, of Eaton Rapids died June 21, 1996, at his residence following a long illness. Mr. Reitz was born Feb. 18, 1917, in Copemich, the son of Raymond and Florence (Winters) Reitz. He had been a resident of the Eaton Rapids area since 1939, retiring from Diamond Reo in Lansing, and was a member of UAW Local #162. He was preceded in death by one son, Bobby. Graveside services were June 24 at the Pope Church Cemetery, rural Jackson County, with the Rev. Dennis Perkins officiating. Arrangements were made by the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the Playground of Dreams. _______________ Alma R. Rhinebolt Alma R. Rhinebolt, 88, of Cadillac, formerly of Charlotte, died Oct. 26, 1996, at the Lakeview Lutheran Manor Nursing Home in Cadillac, after a lengthy illness. Mrs. Rhinebolt was born in Williams County, Ohio, the daughter of Granville and Cornish (Whaley) Ward. She was a member of the Cadillac Church of God. She was a retired nurses aid and at one time operated a nursing home in Charlotte. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Harry Holloway; second husband, James Rhinebolt; and one great-grandchild, Christina Holloway. Services were Oct. 29 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Elbern Householder of the Charlotte Pentecostal Church of God officiating. _______________ Ruth C. Riecker Ruth C. Riecker, 88, of Vermontville, formerly of Battle Creek, died Sept. 16, 1996. Mrs. Riecker was born June 26, 1908, in Lowell, Ohio, the daughter of Charles and Clara (Schletzer) Wagner. She was a bookkeeper at DeNooyer Brothers, Battle Creek, for many years until retiring in 1968. She was a member of the First Congregational Church of Battle Creek, a life member of the Battle Creek Chapter Order of Eastern Star #153, and the Deir-Bahari Temple #67, Daughters of the Nile. She was past notional president of the Women of Legion of Valor and a past president and life member of American Legion Auxiliary Post #54, Battle Creek. She was preceded in death by one son, Charles Fellem Sr. in 1995, and four husbands, Guy Fellem, in 1927, B.C. Hinn in 1945, A.D. Cox in 1979, and Carl Riecker in 1992. Graveside services were Sept. 19 at the Battle Creek Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Congregational Church of Battle Creek. _______________ Brinton F. "Red" Riggs Jr. Brinton F. "Red" Riggs Jr., 60, of Grand Ledge, died Oct. 31, 1996. Mr. Riggs was a lifetime area resident, retired Cristman Construction and Motor Wheel employee, and Korean War Army veteran. He was preceded in death by one brother, Robert, and his father, Brinton Riggs Sr. Services were Oct. 6 at Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lansing or American Cancer Society. _______________ Wesley W. Rindfleisch Wesley Walter Rindfleisch, 51, of Portland, Ore., formerly of Grand Ledge, died Feb. 2, 1996. Mr. Rindfleisch was born in Hobbs, N.M. Feb. 14, 1944, the son of Walter and Virginia Rindfleisch. He was a resident of the Lansing area until he moved to Portland, Ore., after retiring from General Motors in 1994 after 30 years of service and was an accomplished woodworker. He was preceded in death by his mother, Virginia; and his brother, Dale Lee Sr. Services were held Feb. 9 at the Holt United Methodist Church, with Rev. Joseph Huston officiating. Interment followed at Spaulding Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel. Contributions may be made to the Hopewell House of Portland, Ore. or the Special Olympics. _______________ Aaron E. Ripley Aaron E. Ripley, 63, of Olivet died Oct. 4, 1996, as the result of an automobile accident. Mr. Ripley was born in Lee Township, Calhoun County, the son of Harry and Olive (Anderson) Ripley and was a lifelong Olivet area resident. He had been employed at the former Maeward Couplings in Olivet until 1992, having given 35 years of service. He was previously employed at Corning Glass Works in Albion and had also been a farmer. He was preceded in death by two wives, Dorothy (Wilson) Ripley and Emma (Mullins) Ripley; four sisters, Georgia Pierce, Virginia Long, Dorothy Aumick, and Maxine Goodnoe; and one brother, Arlo. Services were Oct. 8 at the Burkhead-Green Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Valerie Hill of Lee Center United Methodist Church officiating. Interment was in the Lee Center Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice. _______________ Arlo H. Ripley Arly Harry Ripley, 69, of Marshall died Sept. 6, 1996, at the Borgess Medical Center, Kalamazoo. Mr. Ripley was born in Lee Township, Calhoun County, the son of Harry and Olive (Anderson) Ripley and was a lifelong resident of Lee Township. He was a lifelong farmer and had been employed at the Calhoun County Road Commission from which he retired Aug. 1, 1989, after 29 years of service. He served in the U.S. Army from 1954-75, was a member of Marshall Moose Lodge #676, and the Michigan Fiddlers' Association. He was preceded in death by his parents, and four sisters, Georgia Pierce, Virginia Long, Dorothy Aumick, and Maxine Goodnoe. Services were Sept. 10 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Valerie Hill officiating. Cremation followed the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice. _______________ Gerald Lee Robinson Gerald Lee Robinson, 39, of Washington died June 5, 1996, at St. Lawrence Hospital, Washington. Mr. Robinson was born Dec. 19, 1956, in Dearborn, the son of Eugene and Janice (Tabor) Robinson. He attended school in West Branch and graduated from Standish High School. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam Conflict as a hospital crewman. He worked in the refrigeration/air condition business with his father. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at a later date in West Branch. Local arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. _______________ Vinita C. Rockwood Vinita C. Rockwood, 72, of Eaton Rapids died Aug. 26, 1996, at his residence. Mrs. Rockwood was born July 12, 1924, in Greenfield, Mo., the daughter of Hallie and Ethel (Wilkinson) Killingsworth. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Eaton Rapids, Order of the Eastern Star Lodge #241 of Eaton Rapids, American Legion Auxiliary, and a Red Cross volunteer. She was formerly employed at Michigan Bell and had retired as librarian at the Lockwood Elementary School, Eaton Rapids. She was preceded in death by one sister, Gale Rowan. Services were Thursday, August 29, at the First United Methodist Church, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Robert Betts officiating. An Eastern Star memorial service was conducted Aug. 28 by O.E.S. #241 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Interment was in the Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church, Eaton Rapids Community Hospital, or the Hamlin Township Emergency Medical Technicians. _______________ Carl E. Rogers Carl E. Rogers, 81, of Mulliken died June 27, 1996, at a Lansing hospital. Mr. Rogers was born Nov. 3, 1914, in Pulman, the son of Eria and Gertrude Rogers. He married Ella Jean Cramer June 21, 1936, at the Mulliken Methodist Church. He was a retired Oldsmobile employee and sexton of Meadowbrook Cemetery, member and Past Master of the Mulliken F&AM #412, and active at the Sebewa UMC. He was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Rebecca Rogers, one sister, Bernadine Carlson Fredenburg, and one sister-in-law, Vaneitta Barnhill. Services were June 29 at the Barker-Leik Funeral Home, Mulliken, with Pastor Nancy Besemer and Pastor Gene Moore officiating. Interment was in Meadowbrook Cemetery. _______________ Leona Rogers Leona Mae Rogers, 79, of Hastings died Nov. 5, 1996, at Pennock Hospital. Mrs. Rogers was born April 5, 1917, in Vermontville, the daughter of Roy and Ruth (Hess) Dies. She graduated from Charlotte High School, and attended nurses training in Ann Arbor. She worked at Pennock Hospital for 27 years, and also volunteered for the Red Cross. She married Jonathon Rogers on July 28, 1940. They have lived at Thornapple Lake since 1946. She was preceded in death by four brothers, Ernie, Larry, Robert, and Joseph Dies; and four sisters, Ruth Sebestain, Hazel Verney, Sally Erler and Roberta Dies. Services were held Nov. 8 at the Girrbach Funeral Home, Hastings, with the Rev. Kenneth Vaught officiating. Interment was in the Hastings Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. _______________ Martha E. Rogers Martha Emma (Jerome) Rogers, 75, of East Lansing, formerly of Charlotte and Perry died Jan. 27, 1996. Mrs. Rogers was born May 22, 1920, in Lansing. She has been a resident of the White Hall Care Center for the past ten years, a member of the Charlotte Chapter #152 O.E.S., and VFW Post #2406 Auxiliary of Charlotte. Services were Jan. 31 at the Gorsline-Runciman Co. Lansing Chapel, with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. Graveside services were at the Bosworth Cemetery, Olivet. _______________ Loren A. Ronning Loren A. Ronning, 79, of Lisbon, N.D., formerly of Charlotte, died Sept. 2, 1996, at Meritcare Hospital, Fargo, N.D. Mr. Ronning was born the son of Leif and Anna (Carlblom) Ronning Dec. 12, 1916, at Kiddville, N.D. He attended school near Anglevale, N.D., then worked for the Civilian Conservation Corps in the North Dakota Badlands before moving to Michigan. He married Maemie Fladeboe June 15, 1914, at Aberdeen, S.D. He served with the U.S. Army during World War II and after his discharge in 1946, he and his family moved to Charlotte where he worked for General Motors until his retirement in 1976. He spent summers in Michigan and winters in Mesa, Ariz. In 1980, he moved to Lisbon where he lived during the summer months and continued to stay in Mesa winters. He was a member of a motorcycle group and made jewelry and was a wood carver. He was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers. Services were Sept. 5 at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Englevale, with the Rev. Ray Heidtke officiating. Interment was in the Stiklestad Cemetery, Fort Ransom, N.D. Arrangements were made by the Dahlstrom Funeral Home of Milnor, N.D. _______________ Evelyn "Evie" M. Root Evelyn "Evie" M. Root, age 71 of Eaton Rapids, died Wednesday, August 7, 1996. Evie was born January 14, 1925 in Philadelphia, PA, the daughter of James and Edna Mae (Frye) Sterling. Funeral services were held August 10, 1996 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with Pastor Winford Collins of the Eaton Rapids Assembly of God Church officiating. Interment followed at Rosehill Cemetery. Casket bearers were Al Anderson, Dennie Pulver, Ron Vendeville, Chuck Hurd, Kelly Root and Steve Pell. Those desiring may make contributions to the family of Evelyn M. Root. _______________ Neva R. Root Neva R. (Hansbarger) Root, 90, of Lake Odessa, died July 20, 1996, at the Laurels of Kent Nursing Home, Lowell. Mrs. Root was born March 2, 1906, in Eagle Township, the daughter of Joseph and Anna Marie (Lotz) Classic. She graduated from Lake Odessa High School in 1924 and attended Ferris College. she married Harold Hansbarger May 5, 1926, and he preceded her in death. She married Larry Root in 1971 and he preceded her in death. She lived in Lake Odessa most of her life, moving to Detroit for a few years and returning to Lake Odessa in 1944 to purchase the Smelker Pharmacy. She was a member of the Lake Odessa Congregational Church. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Harold Hansbarger, Feb. 18, 1966, and her second husband, Larry Root in death May 2, 1987; one stepson, Dick Root; one brother, Harold Classic; and one sister, Susie Hansbarger. Services were July 24 at the Koops Funeral Chapel, Lake Odessa. Interment was in Lakeside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Children International, Mission 21-India or the Lake Odessa Congregational Church. _______________ Duane D. Rosenbrook Duane Darrold Rosenbrook, 67, of Charlotte, died Feb. 29, 1996, in Florida. Mr. Rosenbrook was born the son of Darrold and Mildred (Miles) Rosenbrook. He married Betty Lou (Schmunsler) in 1950. He worked for Hoover Universal AE until his retirement in 1985. He was a member of the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church and its Men's Club, Moose Lodge #676 of Marshall, the Star Twirlers, and a former Cubmaster for Pack #45 of Charlotte. He was preceded in death by one grandson, David Rosenbrook Feb. 16, 1995. Services were March 4 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Verne Summers and the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment was in the Bosworth Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church. _______________ Catherine Roshaven Catherine J. Roshaven, 72, of Redwood Falls, Minn., formerly of Charlotte died Sept. 19, 1996, in Redwood Falls, Minn. Mrs. Roshaven was the daughter of John and Clara Cooper. Services were Sept. 23 at the Methodist Church in Redwood Falls, Minn. _______________ Carleton R. Rouillard Carleton R. Rouillard, 75, of Potterville died Oct. 23, 1996. Mr. Rouillard was a former resident of New Hampshire, a World War II veteran, and member of the VFW, American Legion, and Oneida Gospel Church. He was preceded in death by one brother, Channing. Services were Oct. 26 at Oneida Gospel Church with the Rev. Jeffrey Nunham officiating. Arrangements were handled by the Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. Memorial contributions may be made to the Oneida Gospel Church. _______________ Doris R. Rounds Doris R. Rounds, 90, of Charlotte died March 1, 1996, at Bronson Methodist Hospital, Kalamazoo. Mrs. Rounds was born in Charlotte and was a lifelong Eaton County resident. She was a retired employee of Eaton County Community Services in Charlotte. Services are Tuesday, March 5, at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte; with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment is in the Kalamo Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Visiting Nurse Service of the Eaton County Health Department. _______________ Donald J. Roush Donald Joseph Roush, 76, of Mesa, Ariz., formerly of Charlotte, died March 15, 1996, in Mesa. Mr. Roush was born Jan. 21, 1919, in Ionia, the son of Joseph and Martha Roush. He lived most of his life in Charlotte until permanently moving to Mesa in 1993. He married Alice Josephine Oldt June 9, 1939. He was a World War II veteran and both the Charlotte and Mesa Kiwanis clubs. He was a past commander of Charlotte American Legion Post #42 and a past president of the Methodist Men's Club, at both the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church in Charlotte and the Velda Rose UMC in Mesa. He was a former co-owner of the Charlotte Home Dairy and the retired founder of LDS Office Supply in Charlotte. Extensive activities in Masonry included his being Past Commander of the Knights Templar, York Rite Commandary; a life member of the Order of the Red Cross Sobereigh; High Priest in the York Rite Council; Illustrious Master in Cryptic Masons; member of Charlotte Lodge #120 F&AM; the Mesa Hiram Club; and Scottish Rite, 32nd degree. Memorial services were March 19 at the Velda Rose UMC, Mesa. A memorial service will also be held at the LAUMC in Charlotte at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the York Rite Philanthropy, 2340 E. University Drive #23, Tempe, Ariz. 85281, attention Gill Eno. _______________ June E. Roys June Elaine (Farlin) Roys, 73, of Sheffield, Mass., formerly of Charlotte and Fort Myers, Fla., died Dec. 2, 1996, at Timberlyn Heights Nursing Home after a long illness. Mrs. Roys was born June 30, 1912, in Charlotte, the daughter of Alton and Beryl Farlin. She married Charles Roys of Sheffield June 28, 1941. After Charles' retirement in 1975, they moved to Fort Myers until Charles' death, then she lived with her daughter, Judith (Bill) Perry and remained with them until a number of strokes required continued nursing care.. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles. Services are Monday, Dec. 9, at 1 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Lester DeGroot officiating. Interment is in the Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Lansing. A memorial service will be held in Sheffield at a later date. _______________ Allison R. Rumrill Allison "Al" R. Rumrill, 79, of Eaton Rapids died Feb. 18, 1996, in Dimondale. Mr. Rumrill was born July 27, 1916, the son of Earl and Ardena (Mapes) Rumrill. He was a member of the Eaton Rapids First Congregational Church and the past president of the Eaton Rapids Kiwanis Club in 1955. He retired from Felpausch in 1984 after 28 years of service, and served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen, and his brother, Ed, both in 1994. Services were Feb. 21 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with Pastor Carl Sundermeyer and Pastor Paul Mergener officiating. Interment was in the Rosehill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Congregational Church, Eaton Rapids. _______________ Margaret E. Saites Margaret Elene Saites, 78, of Potterville died Nov. 29, 1996. Mrs. Saites was born May 28, 1918, in Ellsworth, the daughter of Harry and Lillian Davey. She was a former bookkeeper and co-owner of the Saites Coffee Shop with her husband, Nick. She had been affiliated with the Eastern Star and Scouts, and had also been a 4-H leader. She was preceded in death by her husband, Nick; and two brothers, Franklin and Dorrance Davey. Services were Dec. 3 at the Potterville United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Paul Bailey officiating. Interment was in the Deepdale Cemetery, Lansing. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of Lansing. _______________ Daniel Samohovetz Daniel Samohovetz, 72, of Lansing died May 1, 1996. Mr. Samohovetz was born in Indiana Harbor, Ind. Sept. 4, 1923. He had been a resident of Lansing since 1946; an active member of the Mayflower Congregational Church; veteran of World War II, serving in the United States Army in the South Pacific; was employed by the state of Michigan, Liquor Control Commission for nearly 40 years, retiring as supervisor of distribution in 1987; member and past secretary of the Old Newsboy's Association; active in J.W. Sexton High School athletics; and was a Salvation Army volunteer. Services were held May 6 at Mayflower Congregational Church, Lansing, with Rev. Sharon Wozencraft and Rev. Robert Hundley officiating. Arrangements were handled by Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel. Contributions may be made to Mayflower Congregational Church, the Salvation Army, or the Old Newsboy's Association. _______________ Flora Margaret (Rodgers) Satterlee Flora Margaret (Rodgers) Satterlee, 90, of Charlotte died March 29, 1996, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mrs. Satterlee was born Oct. 29, 1905, in Indian Springs, Ind., the daughter of Mahlon and Mary Catherine (Humphrey) Rodgers. She married Walter Satterlee on Aug. 27, 1924. She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Walter, in 1971; three sisters; and one brother. Services were April 1 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Duane Royston officiating. Interment was in the Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Church of the Nazarene. _______________ Phil Savage Phil Savage, 88, of Mulliken, died Dec. 2, 1996, at a Charlotte nursing home. Mr. Savage was born June 20, 1908, in Langston, the son of John and Elizabeth (Thomas) Savage. He is survived by his wife, Letha; two sons, Theo and Bruce (Carmella), both of Mulliken; five grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; three great- grandchildren; and his sister, Helen Keefer of Mulliken. Services were Dec. 4 at the Barker-Leik Funeral Home, Mulliken, with Pastor Lester DeGroot officiating. Interment was in Meadowbrook Cemetery. _______________ Richard A. Scheidt Sr. Richard A. Scheidt Sr., 66, of Charlotte died June 9, 1996 at his residence. Mr. Scheidt was born May 21, 1930, in Grand Ledge, the son of Bernard and Bernice (Spaulding) Scheidt. He attended Lake Odessa High School and married Jean Rossetter Aug. 27, 1950, in Monks Corner, S.C. He owned and operated an adult foster care home, was a lifelong member of the Grand Ledge Seventh Day Adventist Church, a leader in Pathfinders, and was involved with Special Olympics and other community activities. He was a veteran of the Korean War. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jean, June 30, 1995; and one brother, Don, in 1993. Services were June 12 at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, Grand Ledge, with the Rev. Terry Coursey and the Rev. William Brace officiating. Interment was in the Lakeside , Lake Odessa. Arrangements were made by the Koops Funeral Chapel, Lake Odessa. Memorial contributions may be made to the Grand Ledge Seventh Day Adventist Church. _______________ Jessie L. Scott Jessie L. Scott, 93, of Charlotte died Dec. 29, 1995, at the Eaton Manor Nursing Home after an extended illness. Mrs. Scott was born in Charlotte, the daughter of William and Cora (Davis) Bolock and was a lifelong area resident. She was a former member of the Charlotte Rebekahs. She was preceded in death by her husband, Almon Scott in 1976; daughter, Wanda Harmon; son, Vern Scott; granddaughter, April Scott; and great-grandson, Mathew Jerick. Services were Jan. 2 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Pastor Charles Moore officiating. Interment was in the Chapel Hill Cemetery, Lansing. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. _______________ John R. Scott John R. Scott, 54, of Grand Ledge died Feb. 9, 1996. Mr. Scott was born in Lansing Oct. 15, 1941, and has been a lifelong area resident. He was a lifelong member of Emanuel First Evangelical Lutheran Church; 1959 graduate of J.W. Sexton High School; and was employed for 32 years at Oldsmobile Division as a millwright. He was preceded in death by his mother, Ruth, in 1977; and his uncle, Armand Achtenberg, in 1978. Services were held Feb. 12 at Emanuel First Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lansing, with Rev. John Vogt officiating. Interment followed at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel. Contributions may be made to Emanuel First Evangelical Lutheran Church or the Capital Area Humane Society. _______________ Victoria S. Seitz Victoria S. (Walczak) Seitz, 73, of St. Johns died Nov. 24, 1996. Mrs. Seitz was born Dec. 17, 1992, in Jackson. She lived most of her life in Lansing. She retired from General Motors after 30 years of service. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frederick; and one grandson, David Sandborn. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association of Michigan, 271 Woodland Pass, Suite 110, East Lansing, 48823, or the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Greater Michigan Chapter, 2118 Marshall Court, Saginaw, 48601-3368. Arrangements were made by Gorsline-Runciman Co. East Chapel, East Lansing. _______________ Christopher P. Serafin Christopher P. Serafin, 35, of Vermontville died Nov. 2, 1996, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing. Mr. Serafin was a graduate of East Jackson High School and attended Michigan State University, the University of Michigan, and Michigan Technological University. He had worked for many years with Lutz Electric of Lansing. Services were Nov. 7 at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, Michigan Center, with the Rev. Andrew Dunne officiating. Arrangements were made by the Nichols-Arthur Funeral Home, Michigan Center. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice. _______________ Ruth A. Service Ruth A. Service, 59, of Nashville, died July 11, 1996, at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. Mrs. Service was born in Hastings Feb. 20, 1937, the daughter of Eldon and Grace (Main) Sears. She attended Middleville schools and married Herbert Service Aug. 20, 1954, in Freeport. She worked at the Plycoma Veneer co. and Baby Bliss Co., both in Nashville, and at Tyden Seal in Hastings. She was a 37-year member of the Hastings Moose Lodge for which she worked on many projects, especially banquets. She was preceded in death by her mother and stepfather, Grace and Marshall Winans; and three brothers, Harry Sears, Kenny Sears, and Marshall Winans, Jr. Services were July 15 at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville, with the Rev. Paul Service officiating. Interment was in the Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or American Lung Association. _______________ Dr. Clinton J. Sevener Dr. Clinton J. Sevener, 94, of Lynden, Wash., died Dec. 16, 1996, at his home. Dr. Sevener graduated from Andrews University, Berrien Springs, and Loma Linda University School of Medicine, Loma Linda, Calif., and first practiced medicine in Charlotte. After serving in the U.S. Medical Corps, Dr. and Mrs. Sevener moved to California and settled in Napa. He was credited with forming the Napa Medical Group, which was started in 1946. He was president of the Napa County Medical Society, held various other active positions in the Medical Society, and local Lions Club. The Seveners moved to Whatcom County in 1966 and he was instrumental in developing the Varsity Village Housing Complex, primarily used by married students at WWU. He spent several years as a staff physician for Northern State Hospital at Sedro Woolley during his early years in the area and medical director for several years of three local nursing facilities. He was active and a member of the Bellingham Yacht Club, International College of Surgeons, and the American Proctologic Society. He has many accomplishments in building and real estate development and was a licensed pilot and aircraft owner for many years. Dr. Sevener was the medical director of the Olympic Treatment Center, Bellingham, from its opening until his retirement in about 1989. The Seveners both enjoyed traveling in many countries while visiting medical mission facilities in which they had a great interest. Services were Dec. 20 at the Jones-Moles Funeral Home, Bellingham, with the Rev. Everett Tetz officiating. Interment was in the Bayview Cemetery, Bellingham. _______________ Stephanie A. Shaull Stephanie A. Shaull, born Aug. 9, 1996, the daughter of Lynn and Kerrolyn "Kerry" (Church) Shaull of Tacoma, Wash., died Sept. 5, 1996. Services were Sept. 13 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Pastor Charles Moore officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to SIDS Research. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. _______________ Orville S. Shaver Orville Stanley Shaver, 76, of Charlotte died Feb. 16, 1996, at Marshall Manor, Marshall. Mr. Shaver was the son of Orville and Bessie (Perry) Shaver. He was employed by Aluminum Extrusions before retiring in 1981 after 34 years of service, being one of the first hired by the company. He was preceded in death by his first wife Audra in 1980 and his second wife, Pauline in 1993. Services are Tuesday, Feb. 20, at 2 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Rich Mitterling officiating. Interment is in the Millerburg Cemetery. _______________ Doris O. Shaw Doris O. Shaw, 88, of Eaton Rapids died Oct. 6, 1996. Mrs. Shaw was born Nov. 26, 1907, in Eaton Rapids Township, the daughter of K. Edwin and Augusta (Johnson) Brandt. She was preceded in death by her husband, Myron in 1982. Services were Oct. 9 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Interment was in the Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton County Health Department Homemaker Program. _______________ Laura M. Shaw Laura M. Shaw, 64, of Bellevue died May 31, 1996, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, after being stricken at Riverside Café in Bellevue. Mrs. Shaw was born Sept. 4, 1931, in Pikeville, Tenn., the daughter of Joe and Myrtle (Hancock) Everett. She was a graduate of Bledsoe County High School. She married James Shaw of Oct. 27, 1952, in Angola, Ind. He died in June of 1986. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Mary Jane Shaw. Services were June 3 at the Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue, with the Rev. Darwin Kuhl officiating. Interment was in the Riverside Cemetery, Bellevue. _______________ Frances E. Shepard Frances Esther Shepard, 88, of Vermontville died Dec. 26, 1995, at the Eaton Manor Nursing Home, Charlotte. Miss Shepard was born March 10, 1907, in Vermontville. She was a graduate of Vermontville High School, a former employee of Archway Cookies of Battle Creek, and retired from Eaton Manufacturing, Battle Creek. She was a member of the Vermontville First Congregational Church, the L.C.A., and the Vermontville Historical Society. She was a historian and compiled the Vermontville history. She was preceded in death by one brother, John Shepard; sister, Mary LaFleur; and nephew, Paul LaFleur. Services were Dec. 28 at the Maple Valley Chapel, Genther Funeral Home, Nashville, with the Rev. Susan Trowbridge officiating. Cremation will follow the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Vermontville Historical Society. _______________ Sara P. Sherman Sara Patricia Sherman, 2 1/2, of Charlotte died June 15, 1996, as the result of an accidental drowning while swimming at a park near Potterville. Sara enjoyed singing, using the phone, playing outside, having her picture taken, eating candy and marshmallows, going for walks, swinging, and swimming. Graveside services were June 18 at the Perry Cemetery, Brookfield, with Elder Eric Collar officiating. Arrangements were made by the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. _______________ Olive Jean Shidler Olive Jean Shidler, 71, of Charlotte died Oct. 30, 1996. She was born Dec. 22, 1924, in Cloverdale, Kans., the daughter of Charlie and Loma (Daugherty) Shaff. She was a registered nurse who worked in the dentist's office with her husband, Dr. Robert H. Shidler. Arrangements were by Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Private memorial services will be conducted on a later date. Fund donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. _______________ Harry E. Shilts Harry E. Shilts, 97, of Charlotte formerly of Olivet died Oct. 28, 1996, at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility, Charlotte, after an extended illness. Mr. Shilts was born in Melvin, Ill., the son of Matthew and Joanna (Underwood) Shilts. He attended Argubright Business College in Battle Creek. He worked on the farm until 1923 when he went to Chicago, Ill., where he worked for Continental Bank, the Marshall Field Company, and Hibbard-Spencer-Bartlette Hardware Company before returning to Eaton County where he went back into farming in 1931. He retired from farming in 1962. He was a member of the Olivet Congregational Church since 1931, a life member of Olivet Lodge #267 F&AM and all degrees within the lodge, was a charter member of the Olivet Rotary Club, had served on the Olivet School Board for 10 years, and had served on the Olivet State Bank Board from 1935-1981. He had spent winters in Bradenton, Fla., since 1955. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Alice (Johnson) Stilts in 1939; and second wife, Alice (Greenawalt) Stilts in 1977. At Mr. Shilts request, cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be Oct. 31 at the Congregational Church in Olivet, with the Rev. Clark Hock officiating. Arrangements were made by the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Olivet Congregational Church or the Olivet Rotary Club. _______________ Keith R. Shipman Keith Robert Shipman, 58, of Bellevue died Aug. 3, 1996, at the University of Michigan Hospital, Ann Arbor, after a lengthy illness. Mr. Shipman was born March 5, 1938, in Golden Valley, N.D., the son of Glen and Leotina (Grossman) Shipman. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Stanley and Virgil, and his parents. Services were Aug. 6 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Darwin Kuhl officiating. Interment was in the Fort Custer National Cemetery, Battle Creek. Memorial contributions may be made to the U of M Liver Transplant Center, Ann Arbor. _______________ Marilyn J. Simon Marilyn Joy Simon, 66, of Lansing died Dec. 19, 1996. Mrs. Simon was born Dec. 13, 1930, the daughter of Edgar and Hilda (Reich) Zerby. She had been a member of the Mount Hope Church since 1980 and the Mount Hope Church Choir for 10 years. She had been a Republican Party Precinct Delegate for 12 years, on the Republican State Commission for two years, served on the 7th and 3rd Congressional District for 10 years, the Executive Committee, and as secretary for Eaton County. Services were Dec. 23 at the Mount Hope Church with the Rev. David Williams officiating. Interment was in Fort Custer National Cemetery, Augusta. Local arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. _______________ Dean B. Simons Dean B. Simons, 77, of Holt, died July 18, 1996. Mr. Simons was a lifetime area resident, retired Oldsmobile employee, and World War II U.S. Army veteran. He was preceded in death by his wife, Eva in 1993, and one son, Dean in 1967. Services were July 20 at the Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge, with the Rev. John Kennedy officiating. Interment was in the Eastlawn Cemetery. _______________ Edwin I. Simpson Edwin I. Simpson, 51, of Grand Ledge, died Sunday, July 7, 1996, at a Lansing hospital. Mr. Simpson was born October 21, 1944 in Hastings, a son of Ion and Lulu (Seavolt) Simpson. He was a member of the United Pentecostal Church, Grand Ledge. Edwin was a brother to plants, animals and tenderly touched every person. His power as a dreamer, magician, and visual healer was limitless. As a spiritual warrior, he lived on the edge of discovery and his compassionate love was given no more perfectly than in devotion to his children. Thought we bury his body, his ever-present spirit cannot be missed. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Barker-Leik Funeral Home, Mulliken, with Pastor Douglas Stephens officiating. Interment will be in Gresham Cemetery. _______________ Sylvia M. Sinclair Sylvia May Sinclair, 94, of Charlotte died Oct. 26, 1996. Mrs. Sinclair was born Aug. 8, 1902, in Barry County, the daughter of James and Eva (Townsend) Winslow. She taught school before marrying Lee Sinclair in 1925. She had been affiliated with the First Baptist Church, Charlotte, since 1916. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lee in 1982, one daughter, Ruth (Sinclair) Collins in 1982, and two sons, Edward in 1968 and James in 1982. Services were Oct. 28 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Charles Moore officiating. Interment was in the Benton Township Cemetery, Potterville. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church. _______________ John F. Skaggs John Franklin Skaggs, 70, of Tuckerman, Ark., formerly of Charlotte, died Sept. 4, 1996. Mr. Skaggs was born Feb. 8, 1926, in Brinkley, Ark., the son of Roy and Oma (Smotherman) Skaggs. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II and was a member of the American Legion and Masonic Lodge #120 F&AM, Charlotte. He had been employed with General Motors for 37 years, retiring in 1988. He was an active member of the Tuckerman Glenn Street Church of Christ. Services were Sept. 6 at Jackson's Newport Funeral Home Chapel, Newport, Ark. Interment was in the Gracelawn Cemetery, Tuckerman, Ark. _______________ Charles E. Sklenar Charles Edward Sklenar, 78, of Charlotte died May 6, 1996. Mr. Sklenar was born Nov. 7, 1917, the son of Anthony and Anna (Bobcik) Sklenar. He was a dairy farmer. Services were May 10 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Father Thomas Nenneau officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. _______________ Charles B. Smith Charles B. Smith, 38, of Lake Odessa, formerly of East Lansing and Haslett died April 19, 1996. Mr. Smith was born March 31, 1958, in Traverse City, and had been a resident of the greater Lansing area since 1961. He was employed by Fisher Body Division of General Motors Corp., Lansing. Services were April 22 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Paul Bailey officiating. Graveside services and interment were April 23 at the Grand Traverse Memorial Gardens, Traverse City. Memorial contributions may be made to the Chelsea and Jacob Smith Educational Fund and mailed to 434 N. Clinton Trail, Charlotte, Mich. 48813. _______________ Genevieve M. Smith Genevieve Mae Smith, 70, of Sunfield died Feb. 6, 1996, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mrs. Smith was born Oct. 6, 1925, in West Windsor, the daughter of Fred and Rosanna (Hill) Beech. She and her husband, Don, lived in the Sunfield area for 18 years, coming from Mulliken. She was a member of the VFW Post #4090 Ladies Auxiliary, Portland, and American Legion Post #48, Grand Ledge. She was preceded in death by her parents. Services were Feb. 9 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield, with the Rev. Todd Lafond officiating. Interment was in the Sunfield Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the S.P.Y.'s Scholarship Fund. _______________ James "Max" Smith James (Max) Smith, 83, of Charlotte died June 23, 1996. Mr. Smith was born Sept. 20, 1912, the son of James and Estella (Ripley) Smith. He retired from Kellogg's. He was affiliated with the Odd Fellows of Baldwin and Battle Creek for many years. He was a member of Kellogg's 25 Year Club and worked with the Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts for 12 years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Etha; one son, Thomas; and one great-grandson, Garrett Suntken. Services were June 25 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Richard Gordon officiating. Interment was in the Bosworth Cemetery. _______________ Joan M. Smith Joan Marie Smith, 62, of Charlotte died Feb. 10, 1996, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, after a short, courageous battle with cancer. Mrs. Smith was the daughter of John and Margaret (Sacwright) Dean. She had been the office manager at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, since 1982. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, serving as vice president of its Altar Society from 1964-65. She had been as assistant leader for Blue Birds and Girl Scouts. Visitation is Tuesday, Feb. 13, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Rosary service is Tuesday, Feb. 13, at 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Services are Wednesday, Feb. 14, at 10 a.m. with Fr. Thomas Nenneau and the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Mary's Catholic School. _______________ Marvin L. Smith Marvin L. Smith, 90, of Bellevue, died Saturday, August 17, 1996, in Waukesha, WI, following a stroke while visiting his daughter and grandchildren. He was born December 4, 1905 in Bangor, MI to George and Bertha (Gant) Smith. He worked for A&P foods, then owned and operated an I.G.A. grocery store in Conklin for 12 years with his wife, the former Bernice Bales. They moved to Bellevue, MI in 1958, owning and operating Smith's Variety Store until retiring in 1972. They traveled extensively in their motor home and wintered in Mesa, AZ. Mr. Smith was a life member of Odd Fellow Lodge and Encampment, charter member of Winnebago Itasca Travelers, member of Water Winterland Winnebago, honorary member of Lansing Area Winnebago Club, and belonged to Travel Trailer Club Midwest. He was a member of Bellevue and Olivet Senior Citizens. Funeral services were Aug. 20 at the Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue, with the Rev. Mark Thompson, Bellevue United Methodist Church, officiating. Committal service was at Oak Ridge Cemetery, Buchanan, with Rev. Bill Sanders officiating. Memorial may be made to the charity of one's choice. _______________ Stanley E. Smith Stanley E. Smith, 72, of Eaton Rapids died Oct. 25, 1996, in Eaton Rapids. Mr. Smith was born Nov. 5, 1923, in Mason, the son of William and Thelma (Culver) Smith. He retired in 1991 from the City of Eaton Rapids after 20 years of service. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Clyde, Willis, and Harold Smith. Services were Oct. 28 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Stephen Klink of the Eaton Rapids Community Christian Church officiating. Interment was in the Maple Grove Cemetery, Mason, with military honors presented by the Eaton Rapids American Legion Post #15 and the VFW Post #1283. _______________ Mary E. Smouse Mary Elma (Wonser) Smouse, 83, died Feb. 3, 1996, in Tawas. Mrs. Smouse was born April 19, 1912, in Mulliken. She was a 1932 graduate of the University of Michigan School of Nursing, and worked as a registered nurse for several hospitals, including the Kaiser Hospital in Torrance, Calif. A memorial services will be held Tuesday, March 12, at 10:30 a.m. at the Independence Village Chapel, Frankenmuth. The family requests no flowers. _______________ Margaret Smyth Margaret Smyth, 89, of Sunfield died Dec. 27, 1995, at Tendercare West, Lansing. Mrs. Smyth was born April 16, 1906, in Grand Ledge, the daughter of William and Jennie (Honey) Cheesmond. She married David Smyth July 29, 1943, in New York. She was a grade school teacher in Sunfield for many years. She was preceded in death by her husband David March 3, 1993. Services were Dec. 29 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. Interment was in the Oakwood Cemetery, Grand Ledge. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. _______________ Minnie I. Sommer Minnie I. (Jones) Sommer, 71, of Potterville died March 18, 1996, at her residence. Mrs. Sommer was born in Lansing, and had been a Potterville resident since 1956. She was a graduate of Lansing Central High School and had been employed by the State of Michigan, Secretary of State's office, retiring in 1985 after 20 years of service. At Mrs. Sommer's request, cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation or services. Arrangements were made by Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice or the American Lung Association. _______________ Donald C. Southern Donald C. Southern, 55, of Bellevue died Feb. 18, 1996, at Battle Creek Health System, Community Site where he had been a patient for 11 weeks. Mr. Southern was born Sept. 7, 1940, in Kalamo, the son of William and Vivian (Gusey) Southern. He attended Battle Creek Public Schools. He was employed for 30 years at General Motors Parts Division in Lansing, retiring in 1995. He lived several years in Potterville and Charlotte. He was a member of the U.A.W. Local #1753. He was preceded in death by his parents. Services were Feb. 22 at the Bellevue United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Mark Thompson 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 Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. _______________ Howard A. Sowle Howard A. Sowle, 80, of Charlotte died April 16, 1996. Mr. Sowle was born July 30, 1915, in Eaton Rapids, the son of Rolland and Pearl (Battley) Sowle. He graduated from Eaton Rapids High School in 1933. He was a first sergeant with the 7th Armored Division of the U.S. Army from 1941-45. He was a local businessman for over 50 years, having worked at Murray's Grocery Store from 1946-68 and was co-owner of Murray's Flower Shop. He was a member of American Legion Post #42, the Charlotte Lions Club, and a life member of VFW Post #2406. He had been a member of the Veteran's Trust Fund of Michigan for over 40 years and was a member of the Scott Munn Band of Eaton Rapids and Charlotte American Legion Band. He was an original member of the Board of Trustees of the Veteran's Trust Fund of Michigan. Services were April 19 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Charlotte Oriole Band Boosters for band camp scholarships. _______________ Janet L. Sole Janet L. (Murray) Sole, 77, of Charlotte died April 20, 1996, at her residence after an extended illness. Mrs. Sole was born in Charlotte, the daughter of Ray and Blanche (Towe) Murray, and was a lifelong Charlotte resident. She was a graduate of Charlotte High School, a member of the Maple City Post #2406 VFW Auxiliary, the Greenwalt-Flaherty Post #42 American Legion Auxiliary, and the Charlotte Sunshine Club. She was the owner of Murray's Flower Shop in Charlotte, and had been co-owner of the former Murray's Grocery in Charlotte. She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard on April 16, 1996. Services were April 23 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Charlotte Band Boosters for band camp scholarships. _______________ Inise M. Sowles Inise Marguerite Sowles, 90, of Charlotte died April 9, 1996. Mrs. Sowles was born Nov. 6, 1905, in Ionia, the daughter of Burt and Cora (Goodnoe) Sowles. She worked in maintenance at Nash-Kelvinator. Services were April 13 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Pastor Larry Yeagley officiating. Interment was in the Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. _______________ James Spedowski James Spedowski, 54, of Charlotte died Sept. 20, 1996. Mr. Spedowski was born Oct. 12, 1941, in Big Rapids, the son of Joseph and Joyce (Sattler) Spedowski. He was the owner and operator of Paradise Heating and Cooling Inc., Charlotte. He was affiliated with the Charlotte Optimist Club, Ducks Unlimited, and was a former deputy with the Mecosta County Sheriff's Department. Services were Sept. 24 at St. Mary's Catholic Church with Father Thomas Nenneau officiating. Interment was in the Center Eaton Cemetery, Eaton Township. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ June Squires Jr. June Squires Jr., 68, died Jan. 6, 1996, in Eaton Rapids. Mr. Squires was born Feb. 17, 1927, in Eaton County, the son of Albert and Bertha (Clough) Squires. He was a veteran of WWII, serving in the U.S. Army and then joining the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He retired from Grables & Sons of Eaton Rapids in 1994. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Donald and Albert Squires, and his sister, Patricia Phillips. Services were Jan. 9 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Paul Mergener officiating. Interment was in the Brickyard Cemetery with military honors presented by both the Eaton Rapids American Legion Post #15 and the VFW Post #1283. Casket bearers were Ron Aalfs, Rob Hosmer, Chris Kitley, Bill Kitley, Quagien Gauna, and Kolya Gauna. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Rapids Community Hospital. _______________ Hulda R. Sterzick Hulda R. Sterzick, 88, died July 29, 1996, in Charlotte. Mrs. Sterzick was born March 4, 1908, in Allegan County, the daughter of William and Minnie Twining. She was a member of the Grand Ledge Church of the Nazarene and the church organist and pianist for many years. She was a former Benton Township clerk for 20 years. Services were Aug. 2 at the Grand Ledge Church of the Nazarene, with the Rev. William Hurt officiating. Interment was in the Benton Township Cemetery, Potterville. Arrangements were made by the Peters and Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. Memorial contributions may be made to the Grand Ledge Church of the Nazarene Mission Fund. _______________ Helen M. Steward Helen Mary Steward, 88, of Charlotte died Dec. 11, 1996. Mrs. Steward was born Aug. 4, 1908, in Vermontville, the daughter of Ernest and Etta (Walsh) Benedict. She taught school for many years in Elk Rapids and at the Gresham country school and substitute taught in various area schools. She was also a part time journalist for the Vermontville and Charlotte community newspapers. Most recently, she authored a family chronicle "Nothing Ever Happens to Us." She was a member of the Gresham United Methodist Church and involved with the Eaton County Farm Bureau, Just-A-Mere Club, and United Methodist Women. She was preceded in death by her husband, Evert in 1993. Services were Dec. 14 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Jeffrey Bowman officiating. Interment was in the Gresham Cemetery, Eaton County. Memorial contributions may be made to the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation or Gresham UMC. _______________ Bethel M. Stewart Bethel Marguerite Stewart, 87, of Charlotte died Nov. 13, 1996. Mrs. Stewart was born Nov. 29, 1908, in Charlotte, the daughter of George and Estella (Barnes) Paine. She was a member of the Charlotte Church of the Nazarene. She was preceded in death by her husband, Orlo, in 1973; and one brother, Carl Paine in 1993. Services were Nov. 15 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Duane Royston officiating. Interment was in the Kalamo Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Charlotte Church of the Nazarene. _______________ Emily L. Stierly Emily L. Stierly, 84, of Danville, Ill., formerly of Nashville, died Nov. 28, 1996, at United Samaritan Hospital, Danville. Mrs. Stierly was born Sept. 28, 1912, in Eckford Township, Calhoun County, the daughter of Cleve and Ina (Facey) Cutting. She graduated from Homer High School and from County Normal. She married LaVerne Stierly on Feb. 17, 1945, in Springport. She farmed with her husband north of Vermontville for many years, and in her early years worked at the Charlotte Hotel. She was a member of the West Side Nazarene Church in Danville, and formerly of the Nashville Nazarene Church for 35 years and the Potterville Church. Services were Dec. 2 at the Nashville Nazarene Church with the Rev. Al Mettler, Rev. Tom Voyles, and Rev. Jim Sherman officiating. Interment was in the Benton Township Cemetery, Potterville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Nashville Nazarene Church. _______________ William L. Stiver William L. (Larry) Stiver, 52, of Houghton Lake, formerly of Potterville, died Thursday, Aug. 22, at MCMC-Greenlawn. Mr. Stiver was born Aug. 17, 1944, in Lansing, the son of William L. and Ailene R. (Miller) Stiver. He worked for Fisher Body in Lansing until his retirement in 1991. He married Betty Gum on Aug. 31, 1963. He was preceded in death by his father, William, in 1984. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be Tuesday, Aug. 27, at 2 p.m. at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte with the Rev. Garr Hull officiating. Visitation will be Monday, Aug. 26, from 6 to 9 p.m. _______________ Florence B. Stockfish Florence B. Stockfish, 95, of Springport died Jan. 12, 1996, in Lansing. Mrs. Stockfish was born July 7, 1900, in Hamlin Township, Eaton County, the daughter of Robert and Ida (Wing) Tilford. She had been a rural schoolteacher in Calhoun and Jackson counties, retiring in 1950. She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Ted in 1978. Services are Tuesday, Jan. 16, at 2:30 p.m. at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Interment is in the Griffith Cemetery, Jackson County. Memorial contributions may be made to the Florence B. Stockfish Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 178, Springport, Mich. 49284. _______________ Chad C. Stoken Chad Collin Stoken, 32, of Eaton Rapids died Dec. 5, 1996, in Eaton Rapids. He was preceded in death by his father, James Stoken Sr.; and one brother, Gregory. Services were Dec. 8 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with Pastor George Rutgers of the First Baptist Church officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the family of Chad Stoken. _______________ Lester Stoltzfus Lester Stoltzfus, 77, of Charlotte died March 26, 1996, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing. Mr. Stoltzfus was born in Lancaster County, Penn., the son of Simeon and Fannie Stoltzfus and had been a Charlotte resident since 1960, coming from Archbold, Ohio. He was a retired carpenter and had also worked for the former C&B Silo Co. During World War II, he served with the Army Medical Corps and was a member of the First Lutheran Church, Charlotte. Memorial services are Saturday, March 30, at the First Lutheran Church, Charlotte, with Pastor John Bookshaw officiating. Arrangements were made by the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Lutheran Church School. _______________ Dora E. Stowell Dora E. (Hulbert) Stowell, 95, of Upland, Calif., formerly of Lansing, died Feb. 6, 1996, in Claremont, Calif. She was an active member of the Free Methodist Church in various forms of ministry for 83 years. Services were held Feb. 10 at the Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge, with Rev. Ralph Funk of the Delta Haven Free Methodist Church officiating. Interment followed at the Rowley Cemetery. _______________ Augusta B. Strang Augusta B. "Gussie" Strang, 90, of Eaton Rapids, died March 9, 1996, at a Charlotte nursing home. Mrs. Strang was born Nov. 8, 1905, in Illinois, one of eight children of August and Elodie (VanWalleghem) DeClercq. She had worked for 25 years for Horner Woolen Mills, Eaton Rapids. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charlie in 1980, one son, Richard in 1988, two sisters, Alice Hawkins and Anna Corbin, and two brothers, Art and Paul DeClercq. Visitation is Tuesday, March 12, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Services are Wednesday, March 13, at 1 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Paul Mergener officiating. Interment is in the Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. _______________ Eldora L. Sullivan Eldora Loretta Sullivan, 77, of Charlotte died Aug. 7, 1996, at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility. Mrs. Sullivan was born Aug. 31, 1918, in Fairchild, Wis., the daughter of Paul and Elsie (Miller) Kotsch. She worked at the register of deeds office for three years. She was preceded in death by one son, Philip in 1994, and one brother, Herbert Kotsch in 1954. Services were Aug. 10 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery in Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. _______________ Ruth A. Swain Ruth A. Swain, 71, of Charlotte, died Aug. 31, 1996, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing. Miss Swain was born July 3, 1925, at Elysian, Minn., the daughter of Ralph and Hazel Swain. She was employed by the Charlotte Public Library from 1954086. Later, she was a foster parent and worked in the Senior Companion Program, serving as a volunteer at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility, Charlotte. She was a charter member of the Charlotte Assembly of God. She was preceded in death by her father in 1931 and her mother in 1975. Services were Sept. 4 at the Charlotte Assembly of God Church, Charlotte, with the Rev. Mark Woodbury officiating and Doyle Martin as organist. Services were also held Sept. 6 at the United Methodist church, Elysian, Minn., with the Rev. John Eneboe officiating, assisted by the Rev. Al Soderfelt. Interment was in the Cedar Hill Cemetery, Elysian. Local arrangements were made by Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Loren "John" Swanson Loren John "Swanee" Swanson, 76, of Charlotte died Aug. 6, 1996, at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility. Mr. Swanson was born March 17, 1920, in Wexford County, the son of Ole and Bessie (Holbrook) Swanson. He was a die sinker for Lansing Drop Forge for 36 years, retiring in March 1988. He was a life member of VFW Post #2406, member of American Legion Post #42, Eagles Aerie #3552, and a life member of Charlotte Masonic Lodge #120 F&AM. He was preceded in death by his wife Donna in 1980. Services were Aug. 9 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 VFW Cancer Fund or Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. _______________ Merle M. Swift Merle M. Swift, 90, of Woodland died May 5, 1996, at Thornapple Manor, Hastings. Mr. Swift was born Nov. 5, 1905, in Castleton Township, Barry County, the son of Marion and Lois (Childs) Swift. He lived on the family farm all his life and attended Hager Country School. He served with the Military Police during World War II. Besides farming, he worked on the Croton Dam in Newaygo in his younger years. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Bernice Swift; and two brothers, Fred and James Swift. Services were May 9 at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville, with the Rev. Dan Smith officiating. Interment was in the Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville, with full military honors by the Vermontville American Legion. Memorial contributions may be made to the Nashville Ambulance Department. _______________ Fred H. Talbot Fred H. Talbot, 79, a lifelong resident of Eaton County died Nov. 19, 1996, in Eaton Rapids. Mr. Talbot was born Feb. 17, 1917, in Brookfield Township, the son of Ralph and Eliza (Wood) Talbot. He was raised in Brookfield Township and had worked for neighborhood farms for most of his life. He worked on both Albert and Victor Nelson's dairy farms, Carl Heisler's farm and Roger Garnant's farm. For several years he worked for Spartan Asphalt as a line boss and had retired from there, and worked for Russell Moffitt in the tree nursery business. Services were Nov. 22 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Dennis Perkins officiating. Interment was in the Perry Cemetery, Brookfield Township. _______________ Carl W. Thomas Jr. Carl W. Thomas Jr., 71, of Marshall died May 30, 1996, at Battle Creek Health Systems Community Site following a short illness. Mr. Thomas was born Aug. 1, 1924, in Marshall, the son of Carl and Gladys (Wright) Thomas. He was a lifelong resident of Marshall. He had been employed as a truck driver for 20 years at Kraft General Foods, retiring in 1987. Following his retirement he drove part time for Bill Knapp's. Prior employment included Blue Arrow and Leggitt's. He was a member of the Polish National Alliance "P.N.A.," Battle Creek Eagles, the Marshall Moose Lodge #676, and the American Legion Post #78.. He was preceded in death by one son, Carl D. Thomas on May 22, 1995. Services were June 3 at the Craig K. Kempf Funeral Home, Marshall. Interment was in the Hotchkiss Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Visiting Nurses of Calhoun County. _______________ Mary Rose Thomas Mary Rose Thomas, 95, of Charlotte died June 5, 1996. Mrs. Thomas was born June 13, 1900, in Hermansville, the daughter of Victor and Emma (Allard) Mattord. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas and one son, Henry. Graveside services were June 7 at the St. Joseph Cemetery, Lansing, with Fr. Thomas Nenneau officiating. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Richard "Dick" Thomason Sr. Richard "Dick" Thomason Sr., 64, of Kalamazoo, formerly of Charlotte, died Aug. 30, 1996, at his home. Mr. Thomason was born Nov. 16, 1931, in Charlotte, the son of George and Reta (Kimmel) Thomason. He served during the Korean War and was a life member of VFW Post #7956. He was also an American Legion Post #465 member. Prior to retiring, he was a painter at the Veterans Administration Medical Center, Battle Creek, for 31 years. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Royal, Larry, and George. Cremation has taken place and interment was at Fort Custer National Cemetery, Battle Creek. Memorial contributions may be made to the Visiting Nurses Association Hospice, Kalamazoo. _______________ Goldie N. Thompson Goldie N. Thompson, 71, of Charlotte died March 26, 1996, at MCMC in Lansing. Mrs. Thompson was born Sept. 22, 1924, in Huerfano County, Colo., the daughter of Edgar and Lena May (Benson) Miller. She was a practical nurse and worked in nursing homes. She was affiliated with the First Baptist Church in Charlotte. She wrote poetry and children's stories for 25 years for Children Evangelism Ministries. Services are Saturday, March 30, at 11 a.m., at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Chuck Moore officiating. Interment will be in Maple Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association. _______________ Edgar F. Thorp Edgar F. Thorp, 83, of Charlotte, Michigan, died Sunday, July 7, 1996. Mr. Thorp was born November 9, 1912 in Wheatland, Michigan, the son of Wilber and Rozella (McClune) Thorp. He had retired after working 30 years as a manager for the Pet Milk plant in Charlotte. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruby A. Thorp in 1993. Funeral services will be held Friday, July 12, 1996 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte at 10 a.m. with Pastor Mark Woodbury officiating. Interment will be in Maple Hill Cemetery in Charlotte. _______________ Eileen E. Tiedgen Eileen E. Tiedgen, 80, of Caro died April 3, 1996. Mrs. Tiedgen was born July 22, 1915, in Charlotte, and has been a resident of Caro since 1954. She was a member of the Caro United Methodist Church, and past president of the Indian Field Township Library Board. A memorial service will be held at the Caro United Methodist Church at a later date. Arrangements were made by the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the Caro United Methodist Church. _______________ Alberta J. Tischer Alberta J. (Ranes) Tischer, 78, of Palm Harbor, Fla., formerly of Grand Ledge and Sunfield died May 4, 1996, at her residence. Mrs. Tischer was born July 31, 1917, in Lansing, the daughter of Albert and Mary (Fowler) Ranes. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Tischer, in 1971. Services were May 8 at the Koops Funeral Home, Lake Odessa, with the Rev. David McLane officiating. Interment was in the Lakeside Cemetery, Lake Odessa. _______________ Lawrence W. Titmus Lawrence W. "Larry" Titmus, 78, of Lansing died Jan. 27, 1996. Mr. Titmus was born Feb. 4, 1917. He retired from Motor Wheel Corporation after 43 years of service and was a member of Pilgrim Congregational Church (UCC). Services were Jan. 31 at the Gorsline-Runciman Co. Lansing Chapel with Rev. Roger Pohl of the Pilgrim Congregational Church UCC officiating. Interment followed at Evergreen Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the church, 125 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Lansing, MI 48912. _______________ Gary L. Towe Gary L. Towe, 49, of Charlotte died Feb. 25, 1996. Mr. Towe was an employee of Oldsmobile for 31 and one half years. He was a life member of the National Rifle Association. He was preceded in death by his father, Clare Towe in 1978. Services were Feb. 28 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Richard Garn officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. _______________ Harold C. Towns Harold C. Towns, 78, of Eaton Rapids, died July 17, 1996, at Michigan Capital Medical Center, Greenlawn Campus, Lansing. Mr. Towns was born Oct. 21, 1917, in Clarence Township, Calhoun County, the son of Claude and Stella (Walker) Towns and was one of 10 children. He was an Army veteran of World War II, a former farmer, and retired as a realtor for Phinney/Heminger Realty, Eaton Rapids. He had been a long standing member of the Eaton Rapids Lions Club before his retirement. Services were July 20 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Robert Betts officiating. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery in Hamlin Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Rapids Community Hospital. _______________ Harold L. Turbin Harold L. "Butch" Turbin, 54, of Charlotte died Nov. 3, 1996. Mr. Turbin was born Oct. 17, 1942, in Lansing. He had a career in telecommunications. He served in the United States Navy. Services were Nov. 6 at the Gorsline-Runciman Company Lansing Chapel, with the Rev. David Thiele officiating. Interment was in the Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alano West Club, 2909 W. Genesee, Lansing, 48917. _______________ Lawrence D. Turner Lawrence "Larry" D. Turner, 60, of Eaton Rapids died Nov. 1, 1996. Mr. Turner was born Feb. 18, 1936, the son of George and Marie (Augusta) Turner. He worked as an automotive body repairman for Dutler Ford and Barnum and Tenny. He was a veteran and served with the U.S. Marine Corps. Cremation has taken place and burial will follow in Maple Hill Cemetery at a later date. Memorial services were held Nov. 7 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. _______________ Robert Valdick Robert Valdick, 55, of Augusta, Ga., formerly of Vermontville died March 13, 1996, at St. Joseph Hospital. Mr. Valdick is a graduate of Vermontville High School. He had lived in Augusta since 1971. He was retired from the Army and from the Civil Service at Fort Gordon. He was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church. Services were March 15 at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church with Karl Dunker officiating. Interment was in Westover Memorial Park. Pallbearers were members of the Army Honor Guard. Arrangements were made by Poteet Funeral Home, Augusta, Ga. _______________ L. Marie VanKampen L. Marie VanKampen, 75, of Grand Ledge died April 26, 1996, at her home in Oneida Township. She was born in Coldwater April 12, 1921, the daughter of William and Harriet (Williams) Maybus. Mrs. VanKampen was a longtime area resident; retired Grand Ledge Clay Products bookkeeper; and an avid genealogist. Graveside services were held April 29 at Oakwood Cemetery, Grand Ledge with Rev. Barbara Smith-Jang officiating. Arrangements were handled by the Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. Contributions may be made to the Wednesday Evening Community Meal program, c/o First United Methodist Church. _______________ Michael J. VanPatten Michael James VanPatten, 24, of Dimondale/Holt/Eaton Rapids died Jan. 1, 1996, after a courageous battle with cancer. Mr. VanPatten was born Jan. 29, 1971. He attended Dimondale Elementary School and graduated from Holt High School in 1989; was active in baseball, basketball, football, and golf at Holt schools; attended Central Michigan University, pursuing a degree in physical therapy. Services were held Jan. 4 at the Estes-Leadley Holt/Delhi Chapel, with Rev. Gerald Smith of St. Augustine of Canterbury Church of Mason and Rev. Carl Sundermeyer of First Congregational Church of Eaton Rapids officiating. Contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice, 313 Lansing Road, Charlotte, MI 48813. _______________ Russell V. Vaughn Russell Victor "Vic" Vaughn, 72, died Jan. 14, 1996, at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility, Charlotte. Mr. Vaughn was born Aug. 4, 1923, in Billings, Mont., the son of Russell and Vivian (Peck) Vaughn. He served with the Army during World War II. He had been the manager of Vaughn's Clothing Store, Charlotte, and a mail carrier in East Lansing. He was affiliated with VFW Post #2406 and American Legion Post #42. Visitation is Tuesday, Jan. 16, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Services are Wednesday, Jan. 17, at 1 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. _______________ Evelyn F. VerPlank Evelyn F. VerPlank, 75, of Charlotte died Feb. 7, 1996, at her residence after a short illness. Mrs. VerPlank was born in Chester Township, the daughter of Jay and Hazel (Ames) Imes and was a lifelong Charlotte area resident. She was a homemaker, but worked in a bomber plant in Detroit for a period of time during World War II. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert in 1982, and two brothers, Russell and Alfred Imes. At Mrs. VerPlank's request, there are no services. Arrangements were made by the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ James J. Vlahakis James M. Vlahakis, 85, of Lansing died Dec. 7, 1996. Mr. Vlahakis was born March 15, 1911, in Chicago, and lived in Lansing for ten years, formerly residing in Chicago and Charlotte. He was a member of the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church and a former real estate salesman. He was preceded in death by one brother, John; and one sister, Helen Vlahakis. Services were Dec. 10 at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, with the Rev. Dr. Gus Christo officiating. Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery, Lansing. Arrangements were made by the Estes-Leadley Great Lansing Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. _______________ Etta M. Walker Etta Mae Walker, 101, of Charlotte died Sept. 8, 1996. Mrs. Walker was born March 1, 1895, in Eaton County, the daughter of Charles and Ora Ruhf. She was a produce farmer most of her life and a charter member of the Lansing City Market from 1933-68. She was preceded in death by Guy Walker in 1957 and her oldest daughter, Lucy Kring in 1963. Services were Sept. 11 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment was in the West Windsor Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Capital Area Humane Society. _______________ Beverly J. Walters Beverly Jean Walters, 68, of Charlotte died Jan. 9, 1996. Mrs. Walters was born Oct. 25, 1927, the daughter of Earl and Inez (Newton) Paton. She was a lifelong resident of Charlotte. Services are Saturday, Jan. 13, at 3 p.m., at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association, or to the Charlotte Friends of the Library. _______________ Eleanor M. Walters Eleanor M. Walters, 62, of Olivet died March 17, 1996, at her residence after a short illness. Mrs. Walters was born in Flint, the daughter of Herold and Arlene (West) Bush and had been an Olivet resident for 27 years, coming from the Charlotte area. She was a 1952 graduate of Lansing Sexton High School and had served on the Eaton County Unit Board of the American Cancer Society. She had been employed for the past 20 years as a rural mail carrier for the U.S. Postal Service out of the Olivet Post Office. She previously worked for Children's Services, Eaton County Juvenile Court, Charlotte. She was preceded in death by her parents, one daughter, Deborah O'Bryant in January 1985 and one son, Steven in September 1986. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services are Saturday, March 23, at 2 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, Charlotte, with Dr. Charles Moore officiating. Arrangements were made by the Burkhead- Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Good Samaritan Hospice, Battle Creek. _______________ Clarence S. Ward Sr. Clarence Sylvester Ward Dr., 87, of Charlotte died Nov. 25, 1996. Mr. Ward was born July 18, 1909, the son of Leonard and Eva (Nicewander) Ward. He was involved with the manufacture of concrete block for many years in Charlotte. He was a member of the Free and Accepted Masons. Services were Dec. 2 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. A Masonic memorial service was held Dec. 1 at the funeral home. Interment was in the Hicks Cemetery, Pennfield Township. _______________ Iva L. Ward Iva Lowe Ward, 98, died Nov. 4, 1996, in Stevensville, Texas. Mrs. Ward was born May 3,1898, in Vermontville, the daughter of Walter and Julia Lowe. She married Gerald Ward in 1916 and lived in the Chester area before moving to Grand Rapids, and then retiring to Winter Springs, Fla. Memorial services will be held in the spring. Interment will be in the Woodlawn Cemetery. _______________ Barbara Ruth Warren Barbara Ruth Warren, 94, of Charlotte, died Aug. 13, at Eaton Manor Nursing Home. She was born Sept. 25, 1901, in Brookfield Township, the daughter of Frederick and Lilly Adell (Force) Spicer. She took in laundry at her home. She was a member of the Charlotte Rebekah Lodge #68 for more than 50 years and was a member of the First Congregational Church of Charlotte. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence "Pete" Warren, and a sister, Edith Moore. Funeral services were Aug. 16 at Pray Funeral Home with the Rev. Z. William Colson officiating. Interment was in Center Eaton Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Charlotte Rebekah Lodge #68 or to the First Congregational Church, elevator fund. _______________ Andrew Wawiernia Andrew Wawiernia, 68, of Charlotte died July 10, 1996, at Michigan Capital Medical Center, Greenlawn Campus, Lansing. Mr. Wawiernia was born in Mulliken, the son of Joseph and Katheryn Wawiernia. He was a foreman with the Michigan Department of Transportation for 23 years before retiring in 1991, and a 4-H volunteer. Services were July 13 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Eric Lison officiating. Interment was in the Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Andrew Wawiernia Memorial Fund which will benefit Eaton County 4-H livestock members. _______________ Harry H. Weeks Harry H. Weeks, 79, of Potterville died Dec. 10, 1996, in Lansing. Mr. Weeks was born July 22, 1917, in Redkey, Ind., the son of Herman and Dorothy (Gearhart) Weeks. He was the former owner of the Cedarbrook TV and Appliance store of Lansing. Honoring Mr. Weeks request, there will be no services. Arrangements were made by the Peter & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. _______________ Dalton Wells Dalton Wells, 91, of Charlotte died March 8, 1996, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, after a long illness. Mr. Wells was born in Charlotte, the son of LaVern and Minnie (Tolbert) Wells and was a lifelong Charlotte resident. He retired from Lundberg- Screw Products Co., Lansing, and had previously been employed with Aluminum Extrusions, Charlotte. He was a member of the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church, Charlotte, and a life member of Charlotte Lodge #120 F&AM. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gladys (Estell) on May 21, 1986. Services are Tuesday, March 12, at 1 p.m. at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment is in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church, Charlotte. _______________ James Wells James Wells, 80, of Charlotte died March 16, 1996. Mr. Wells was born in Belding Dec. 6, 1915, the son of Henry and Ida (Johnson) Wells. He was an assembly worker for Fisher Body in Lansing until his retirement in 1977. He was also a former member of the Charlotte Masonic Ledge and Order of Oddfellows. He was preceded in death by one son, Richard in 1992, his first wife, Hazel in 1973, and two brothers, Jack and Mike. Services are Tuesday, March 19, at 11 a.m. at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Marc Livingston officiating. Interment is in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Marie G. Wenzel Marie Gertrude Wenzel, 97, of Charlotte died Aug. 7, 1996. Mrs. Wenzel was born Dec. 28, 1898, in Charlotte, the daughter of Chelsea and Zella (Krebs) Wildern. She was a telephone operator for Bell Telephone. She was a member of the Nashville Baptist Church, Telephone Pioneers of America, and Charlotte Kitchen Band.. She was preceded in death by her husband, George, one sister, Ruth Smith in 1988, and two brothers, Frank Wildern in 1991 and Harper Wildern in 1995. Services were held Aug. 10 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Interment was in South Eaton Cemetery, Eaton Township. _______________ Beatrice A. West Beatrice A. (McManus) West, 89, of Charlotte died Oct. 24, 1996, after a short illness. Mrs. West was born in Onondaga, Ingham County, the daughter of Vernard and Belle (Hall) McManus. She had been a Charlotte resident for 32 years, coming from Eaton Rapids. She and her husband operated West's Motor Sales and West's Standard Station, both in Eaton Rapids. After moving to Charlotte, she had been a bookkeeper for Martin Motor Sales and later Davis & Sons Pontiac Sales, from which she retired in 1974 after17 years of service. She was preceded in death by her husband, Homer in 1948, and one brother, Robert McManus. Services were Oct. 26 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with Charles Jenson officiating. Interment was in the Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice. _______________ Beatrice J. West Beatrice J. West, 69, of Charlotte died Aug. 8, 1996, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing. Mrs. West was born March 16, 1927, in Ohio, the daughter of Edward and Dorothy McDonald. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred, one son, Edward, and one daughter, Marcia. Graveside services were Aug. 10 at Toledo Memorial Cemetery. Local arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Wilbur A. West Wilbur A. West, 77, of Eaton Rapids, died July 25, 1996, at a Lansing hospital. Mr. West was born Dec. 24, 1918, in Middleville, the son of Earl and Cora (Wilcox) West. He was a 1938 graduate of Eaton Rapids High School and an Army veteran of World War II, past Commander of VFW Post #1283 in Eaton Rapids, member of American Legion Harold Teeter Post #15 of Eaton Rapids, VFW Post #2406 in Charlotte, the Eaton Rapids Wesleyan Church, and Eaton Rapids Senior Citizens. He had received recognition for outstanding service and dedication from the VFW post for working Bingo and was very active with the construction and organization of the Senior Center. He retired from Eaton Stamping Company, Eaton Rapids. He was preceded in death by his wife, Pauline in January. Services were July 27 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Dennis Perkins officiating. Military graveside services followed at the Rosehill Cemetery in Eaton Rapids, conducted by VFW Post #1283. Memorial contributions may be made to either the American Heart Association or the American Diabetes Association. _______________ Leora M. Whipple Leora Mary Whipple, 82, of Charlotte died Jan. 1, 1996, at her residence. Mrs. Whipple was born April 12, 1913, in Moran, the daughter of Joseph and Agnes (LaRock) LeVeque. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert. Rosary was said Jan. 3, and Mass was held Jan. 4 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Charlotte, with Father Thomas Nenneau officiating. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. _______________ Charles N. White Charles Norman White, 56, of Lansing died April 5, 1996, after a courageous battle with cancer. Mr. White was born in Harrison June 17, 1939. He was in the United States Marine Corps for 1959 to 1963; was employed at B.O.C. as a journeyman electrician for 33 years; was a member of the Sunfield United Methodist Church; and was active in the Sunfield Lions Club. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Esther White; his son, Shawn James Leroy White; three brothers, James, Edward, and Richard White; his sister-in-law, Ellen White; his sister, Shirley Conway Johnson; and his brother-in-law, Ronald Butters. Services were held Tuesday, April 9, 1 p.m. at the Peters and Murray Funeral Home in Grand Ledge, with Rev. Harris Hoekwater officiating. Contributions may be made to the Sunfield Lions Club. _______________ Ida Belle White Ida Belle White, 72, of Charlotte died March 18, 1996, at Ionia County Memorial Hospital, Ionia. Mrs. White was born Dec. 27, 1923, in Shaftsburg, the daughter of Milton and Vera (Bentley) Smith. She was a nurse's aide at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility. Services were March 20 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Interment was in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Lansing. _______________ Jonathon R. White Jonathon R. white, 53, of Lansing, died Jan. 19, 1996, in Lansing. Mr. White was born Jan. 24, 1942, in Gladwin the son of Enoch "Ink" White Jr. and Barbara Raymond. He graduated in 1961 from Asheville School in Asheville, N.C., and received a BA degree in 1965 from the University of Michigan, where he was a member of the Alpha Delta Phi Fraternity and the Michigauma Honorary Society, and where he served as Business Editor of the Michigan Daily. In 1968, he received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Wisconsin Law School. Following graduation from law school in 1968, he began practicing with and later became president and managing shareholder (1984-1990) of the law firm of Hubbard, Fox, Thomas, White and Bengston, where he practiced probate, estate planning, business, and real estate law for 28 years. He was a member of the Ingham County and American Bar Associations, the State Bar of Michigan, and was a director of the Greater Lansing Estate Planning Council. Mr. White was a community leader, involved in innumerable civic and charitable causes throughout his life. He was a member and chair of the Delta Township Governmental Relations Committee, and served on the Board of Directors for the Capital Area United Way, the Lansing YMCA, and the Mt. Hope United Methodist Church. He also served on the Board of Trustees as secretary for the John and Elizabeth Whitely Foundation. He was an active member of both the Lansing Jaycees, where he served on the Board of Directors and as vice president, and the Rotary Club of Lansing; and also served as a board member of the Waverly Education Foundation. He also served on the Board of Directors of the Point Nipigon Resort Association on the Straits of Mackinaw, where he summered for many years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Enoch and Barbara. Services were Jan. 23 at St. David's Episcopal Church with Rev. David Pike officiating. Arrangements were handled by the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel. Contributions may be made to the Capital Region Community Foundation, 301 N. Washington Square, Lansing, MI 48933. _______________ Henry L. Whiting Henry Lewis Whiting, 81, of Potterville, formerly of Lansing and National City, died Oct. 23, 1996, at the Monroe Adult Foster Care Home in Potterville. Mr. Whiting was born July 2, 1915, in Champaign, Ill., the son of Henry and Rena (Strack) Whiting. He was an Army Veteran of WWII, and had retired from the Lansing School District as a custodian. He was preceded in death by his wife, Hazel; one sister, Eunice Peterman; and four brothers, Charles, Clyde, Herman, and George. Services were Oct. 26 at the Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Tim Bickel of the Faith in Christ Lutheran Church, Eaton Rapids, officiating. Interment was in the Munger Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. _______________ Herman W. Whiting Herman W. Whiting, 77, of Lansing died May 4, 1996, at his residence. Mr. Whiting served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was employed as a cook at the Michigan School for the Blind for many years until his retirement. He served as a deacon for the Charlotte Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and held membership in the VFW Post #3727, and the Michigan Chapter 8 of D.A.V. Services were May 8 at the Charlotte Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 202 E. Lovett, with Elders Richard Garn and Melvin Crowley officiating. Interment was in the Chapel Hill Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the organ fund of the Charlotte Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. _______________ Seth H. Whitmore Seth Hughet Whitmore, 86, of Eaton Rapids died Feb. 1, 1996, in Charlotte. Mr. Whitmore was born Feb. 5, 1909, in Lansing. At an early age, he was a reporter in Florida, later being employed as a journalist for the Lansing State Journal from 1938 to 1958. He ran for governor for the State of Michigan on the Last Socialist Party ticket in 1944. He was later employed with the State of Michigan's "Michigan Week" program. He was instrumental in starting the Michigan Softball Association. He worked for the veterans of Michigan to get the World War II Soldier Bonus, and during that same election, achieved "liquor by the glass." He was the executive director of the Capital Unit of the Michigan Licensed Beverage Association from 1946 until retiring in 1991. He also worked with Zolton Ferency and the A.C.L.U. He is survived by his daughter. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret. Services were Feb. 7 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with the Rev. Paul Mergener officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the A.C.L.U. _______________ Ruth I. Whitright Ruth Irene Whitright, 93, of Charlotte died May 3, 1996. Mrs. Whitright was born Jan. 21, 1903, in Eaton County, the daughter of Howard and Lulu (Stocking) Hale. She was a housewife. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ford, in 1970. Services were May 6 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 United Methodist Church, Charlotte. _______________ Frances H. Wildt Frances H. Wildt, age 77, of Marshall, died August 12, 1996. She was born August 13, 1918 in Eaton County, MI, the daughter of Frank and Nellie (Gee) Post. She married William Wildt of September 27, 1941. She had been employed at Kaiser Machine and Tool in Marshall as an inside sales assistant, retiring in 1981. She was a member of the O.E.S. in Albion; W.S.C.S. and a volunteer for the hospital auxiliary working in the gift shop. She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Albion. Frances was preceded in death by her husband, William, on September 20, 1060, and a sister, Marjorie Post. Funeral services were held on August 15, 1996, at the Tidd-Williams Funeral Chapels, Inc., in Albion, with the Rev. Jeanne Randels officiating. Interment followed at Albion Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society and the Hospital Auxiliary. Assistance with memorials is available at the Funeral Home. _______________ Lola V. Wiley Lola V. Wiley, 88, of Charlotte, died Nov. 8, 1996, after a short illness. Mrs. Wiley was born in Linn County, Mo., the daughter of Melvin and Jeretta (Hunsacker) Owens and had been a Charlotte resident since 1945, coming from Missouri. She was a member of the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church, Charlotte, and it's Deborah Circle, and a member of the Charlotte Country Club. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Arthur Wiley in 1953. Services were Nov. 11 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church, Charlotte. _______________ Dr. Raymond H. Wilks Dr. Raymond H. Wilks, 95, of Olivet died July 25, 1996, at his residence. Dr. Wilks was born in Yale, the son of William and Agnes (Patterson) Wilks. He was a graduate of Yale High School, attended Eastern Michigan University, Port Huron Junior College, and Ferris Institute. He had worked on the family farm and taught school for a short time in the Yale area. He attended the University of Michigan Dental School from which he graduated in 1932. He came to Olivet in 1932 and began his dental practice in an office over the former Clyde Herrick's store on Main St. In 1933, Dr. Paul Engle, MD, joined him in practice at that location and they shared a common waiting room. IN 1940, he constructed a new office building on South Main Street and retired from that location in 1966. He was a charter member of the Olivet Lions Club where he had been president and secretary and had 40 years of perfect attendance. He was a member of the Olivet Congregational Church and served on the board of directors of the Olivet State Bank, Olivet College, and the Olivet Chamber of Commerce. He was a recipient of the Melvin Jones Fellow Award from Lions Clubs International in 1995 and was a former Olivet "Man of the Year." He is preceded in death by his wife, Esther (Andre) in 1989. Services were July 30 at the Olivet Congregational Church with the Rev. Clark Hock officiating. Interment was in the Olivet Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Esther Wilks Arboretum Fund through Olivet College, Olivet Congregational Church, or Olivet Lions Club. _______________ Avis I. Williams Avis Irene Williams, 88, of Holt died Aug. 26, 1996, at a Holt nursing home. Mrs. Williams was born July 9, 1908, in St. Benedict, Penn., the daughter of Grant and Cora (Cole) Thurston. She was a member of the West Windsor United Brethren Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Williams in 1972. Services were Aug. 28 at the Field & Leik Funeral Home, Dimondale, with Pastor Dick Latham officiating. Interment was in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Malcolm L. Williams Malcolm Lee Williams, 65, of Lansing, died March 5, 1996, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing. Mr. Williams was born Dec. 12, 1930, in Dry Run, Ohio, the son of Malcolm and Laura Bell (Tackett) Williams. He was a bottle machine operator at Owens-Brockway in Charlotte until his retirement. Services were March 7 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. _______________ Marcella J. Williams Marcella Jean Williams, 75, of Charlotte died at her home on July 28, 1996. Mrs. Williams was born in Seattle, Wash., March 10, 1921, the daughter of Marshall and Ernestine (Snellhart) Minnig. She was a graduate of the University of Washington and had been the executive director of the Campfire Council. She was secretary of the Deborah Circle of the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church for over 25 years; life member of Brookfield Chapter #352 O.E.S.; active in Campfire programs as a field worker in Saginaw; executive director of the Glendale Council in Glendale, Calif., where she helped to found the Burbank Council; president and leader in the Charlotte Council for many years; member of the National Sorority Alpha Gamma Delta for over 50 years; and charter member of the Olivet Chapter of the American Association of University Women. Services were July 31 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. _______________ Paul S. Williamson Paul S. Williamson, 84, of New Port Richey, Fla., formerly of Charlotte, died March 2, 1996, at the Zephyr Haven Nursing Home, Zephyrhills, Fla., after a long illness. Mr. Williamson was born in Kalamo Township, Eaton County, the son of Howard and Bertha (Scot) Williamson. He was a retired milk hauler for the Pet Milk Co., and had also been a farmer, school bus driver, and since moving to Florida, received his barber's license and practiced barbering in Florida. He was a member of the Ainger Bible Church and had been a member of the Charlotte Lions Club and the former Emma Grange. Visitation is Tuesday, March 5, at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Services are Wednesday, March 6, at the funeral home with Pastor Scott Brood officiating. Interment is in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of Pasco County, Fla. _______________ Alton Willis Alton Willis, 75, of Eaton Rapids died Oct. 7, 1996. Mr. Willis was born Oct. 1, 1921, in Selmar, Tenn., the son of Truman and Clara (Bauer) Willis. He had been a resident of Eaton Rapids for 37 years and was a veteran of World War II, serving for four years in the U.S. Army. He retired from Oldsmobile in 1986 after 37 years of service. He was preceded in death by one brother, Forrest; and two sisters, Belva and Violet. Services were Oct. 10 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with Pastor Orban Mann officiating. Interment was in the Oakwood Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Rapids Community Hospital. _______________ Helen "Maxine" Wilson Helen "Maxine" (Woodman) Wilson of Big Rapids, formerly of Eaton Rapids died Feb. 2, 1996, in Grand Rapids. Mrs. Wilson was born May 29, 1925, in Eaton Rapids, the daughter of Claude and Helen (Snow) Woodman. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Etta File, and Dorothy Mason. Services were Feb. 6 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids, with Pastor Ryan Counsel and Pastor Mickey Mallory officiating. Interment was in the Lakeside Cemetery, Lake Odessa. Memorial contributions may be made to the Big Rapids Seventh Day Adventist Church. _______________ Ihlene L. Wilson Ihlene L. Wilson, 88 of Bellevue, formerly of Charlotte died May 13, 1996, in Bellevue. Mrs. Wilson was born July 15, 1907, in South Bend, Ind., the daughter of Frank and Mertie (Pitcher) Orris. She married Laurence Wilson on Oct. 22, 1930. She was a bookkeeper at Olivet State Bank until her retirement, and was also a volunteer at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, for 21 years. She was a member of the Charlotte Free Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Laurence, in 1972. Services were May 17 at the Free Methodist Church, Charlotte, with the Rev. Cyril Paige officiating. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hayes Green Beach Hospital Auxiliary or Volunteers. _______________ Rick C. Wirth Rick C. Wirth, 40, of Charlotte died Aug. 9, 1996, of injuries sustained in an airplane accident. Mr. Wirth was born in Benton Harbor, the son of Clarence and Dorothy (O'Barton) Wirth and had been a Charlotte resident for three years coming from Rochester, N.Y. He was a graduate of Western Michigan University and a member of the Aircraft Pilots Association. He was a senior design engineer for General Motors' Power Train Division, Plant #1, Lansing. He was a 16 1/2 year employee of GM, having worked previously in Grand Rapids and Rochester, N.Y. He was preceded in death by his father, Clarence in 1984, and one sister, Carol Mertz in 1972. Services were Aug. 14 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cecil Bosworth Kids Aviation Education Fund through Charlotte Aviation. _______________ Jesse C. Wise Jesse C. Wise, 86, of Mulliken died Aug. 7, 1996, at a Lansing hospital. Mr. Wise was born May 30, 1919, in Sebewa Township, the son of Charles and Alice (Brumbaugh) Wise. He was a lifelong resident, retired farmer, maple syrup producer, Minor Walton Bean Company employee, and a member of the Sunfield Church of the Brethren. Services were Aug. 7 at Barker-Leik Funeral Home, Mulliken. Interment was in Meadowbrook Cemetery. _______________ Esther V. Wood Esther V. Wood, 82, of Charlotte, formerly of Branch County, died Jan. 19, 1996, at her home. Mrs. Wood was born in Monroeville, Ind., the daughter of George and Ida (Nagel) Miller. She worked at Simpson's Manufacturing in Litchfield during World War II, was a nurses' aide at both the Jackson County and Branch County medical care facilities, and a housekeeper at the Community Health Center, Branch County, retiring in 1975. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church and a former member of the Butler 4-H Extension Club. She was preceded in death by her husband, Vern, and two brothers, Chris Miller and Walter Miller. Services were Jan. 22 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with the Rev. Jeff Bowman officiating. Interment was in the Whig Center Cemetery, Butler Township, Branch County. Memorial contributions may be made to the Trojan Foundation of Homer or the American Heart Association. _______________ Betty J. Woods Betty J. Woods, 70, of Nashville died Feb. 14, 1996, at her residence. Mrs. Woods was born Dec. 4, 1925, in Barry County, the daughter of Lloyd and Athlete (Everett) McClelland. She was raised in the Nashville area and attended both the one-room Morgan and Feighner schools. She was a 1943 graduate of W.K. Kellogg High School in Nashville. She married Edmund Strong Feb. 27, 1944, and after his death, married Marion Woods in 1972, who is also deceased. She was employed by Kellogg's in Battle Creek for 32 years, retiring in 1988. She was a life member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary, Nashville, the Kellogg's 25-Year Club, and the Kellogg's Retirees Club. She was a volunteer at Thornapple Manor and Pennock Hospital, Hastings. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Edmund Strong Jan. 30, 1968, and her second husband, Marion Woods in 1972; her stepmother, Mildred McClelland; one brother, Darwin McClelland Sr.; and one sister- in-law, Dorothy McClelland. Services were Feb. 17 at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville, with the Rev. Carl Litchfield officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Nashville Ambulance Service or Barry Community Hospital. _______________ Laurence D. Woodworth Laurence Dixon Woodworth, 80, of Charlotte died Oct. 16, 1996. Mr. Woodworth was born June 22, 1916, in Benton Township, the son of Harry and Zoe (Dixon) Woodworth. He farmed on his own farm most of his life. He married Nettie Sutherland March 26, 1944. He was a member of the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church, Charlotte, lifetime 4-H club member and leader, long time member of the American Legion and Morley Oates VFW and Community Bands, Percheron Horse Association, Thornapple Grand Conservation District, Eaton Farm Bureau, and DHIA and Hostein Friesan Association. Services were Oct. 19 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 LAUMC. _______________ Ethel E. Wooliever Ethel E. Wooliever, 91, of Port Huron died Nov. 7, 1996, in a Port Huron Hospital. Mrs. Wooliever was born Nov. 2, 1905, in Port Huron and was a lifelong area resident. She married Earl Wooliever Oct. 26, 1924, in Croswell. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, Women's Missionary Guild, and Rebekah Lodge, all of Port Huron. She was preceded in death by her husband April 14, 1985; four sisters, Myrtle Butlin, Mildred Heyer, Evelyn Parker, and Dorothy Oelka; five brothers, Edwin Bell, George Bell, Howard Bell, Walter Bell, and Charles Bell; and one granddaughter, Laurinda Keefe Jan. 30, 1995. Services were Nov. 11 at the First Baptist Church, with the Rev. Daniel Bakay officiating. Interment was in Lakeside Cemetery, Port Huron. _______________ Richard W. Woyke Richard E. Woyke, 54, of Grand Ledge died Feb. 11, 1996. He has been a resident of the Lansing/Grand Ledge areas for the past 44 years; retired from B.O.C. in 1995, after 32 years of service; was a member of Emanuel First Evangelical Lutheran Church and the Delta Lions Club; and a volunteer for the Cystic Fibrosis Association. Services were held Feb. 14 at Emanuel First Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lansing, with Rev. John Vogt officiating. Interment followed at Evergreen Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. _______________ Alice B. Young Alice B. Young, 81, of Leslie, formerly of Charlotte, Lansing, and Lake City, died May 16, 1996. Mrs. Young was a member of the SS Cornelius and Cyprian Church and active Rosary maker. She is preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, William. Visitation is Monday, May 20, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Robertson Funeral Homes, Leslie Chapel. Rosary is Tuesday, May 21, at 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Mass is Wednesday, May 22, at 11 a.m. at the SS Cornelius and Cyprian Church, Bunker Hill Township with the Rev. Eugene Beiter as Celebrant. A private interment will be held. Memorial contributions may be made to the family of Alice Young, in care of Dick Young. _______________ Raymond C. Youngs Raymond Charles Youngs, 45, of Potterville and Narrow Lake died Feb. 5, 1996, at Michigan Capital Medical Center, Lansing. Mr. Youngs was born Oct. 30, 1950, in Charlotte, the son of Charles and Marjorie (Stofle) Youngs. He graduated from Potterville High School, and worked in the construction business as a carpenter. He was a member of the Charlotte Eagles. Services were Feb. 8 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Chaplin Carol Ingalls officiating. Interment was in the Benton Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. _______________ Michael Zabonick Michael Zabonick, 83, of Coldwater died May 23, 1996, at the Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility, Coldwater. Mr. Zabonick was born Oct. 31, 1912, in Junction City, Ill., the son of Steve and Anna (Nesen) Zabonick. He was a superintendent at the Homer Foundry and also worked at the Midwest Foundry, eventually retiring from Johnson Iron, Charlotte. He had been a resident of Coldwater since the late 1920s, originally coming from southern Illinois. He was a 1st sergeant of the National Guard of Coldwater and a member of the State Troops of World War II, Moose Lodge of Coldwater, secretary of the Coldwater Bowling Association, a pitcher for many softball leagues, and played on a golf league in Charlotte. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary, his twin sister, and two brothers, Adam and Charlie. Services were May 25 at the Dutcher Funeral Home, Coldwater, with Deacon Al Provot officiating. Interment was in Oak Grove Cemetery, Coldwater. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. _______________