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Matthew Dean Whitehouse

Matthew Dean Whitehouse

Jul 18, 2020

Matthew Dean Whitehouse, age 52, of Vermontville, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, July 18, 2020, at his home. Matthew was a special needs man who had a huge heart. He loved and was kind to everyone. He was a devout Christian who loved the Lord. Matthew often spoke about how he looked forward to seeing his Lord face to face...

Geneva Gullett

Geneva Gullett

Jun 30, 2020

Geneva "Jenny" (Napier) Gullett, went home to be with the Lord on June 30, 2020, at her home surrounded by those who loved her, just as she wished. Geneva was born August 4,1928, in Blue Diamond, Kentucky, where she was raised with her five sisters and three brothers. There she met her childhood sweetheart, Homer Gullett, at the tender...

Vernon Victor Fosket

Vernon Victor Fosket

Jun 30, 2020

Vernon Victor Fosket, husband, father, brother and son, passed away peacefully at home on June 30th 2020. Vernon, age 88, was born June 7th 1932 to Virgil and Lorene (Troyer) Fosket of Potterville Michigan. Vernon spent his whole life in Potterville Michigan. Known for his strong opinions and knowledge of flooring Vernon spent 60 years creating a legacy in...

Ronnie Lee Huver

Ronnie Lee Huver

Jun 26, 2020

Ronnie Lee Huver, age 78, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 26, 2020. He was born July 27, 1941, in Lansing the son of Gordon and Mary (Welch) Huver. On May 29, 1963, he married the love of his life, Sandra Nihart, in Lansing. Ronnie retired from the Lansing Board of Water and Light after many years...

Catalia Grace Myers

Catalia Grace Myers

Jun 22, 2020

Catalia Grace Myers, our precious little girl, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on June 22, 2020. She was born April 14, 2020, in Grand Rapids, Michigan the daughter of K.C. and Ashley (Philburt) Myers. Catalia was a spunky little girl with a unique personality. She loved life and enjoyed listening to music and watching Disney movies with...

Freeman T. Detweiler

Freeman T. Detweiler

Jun 21, 2020

Freeman T. Detweiler, 78 years, 4 months, 17 days, of Charlotte, Michigan passed away Sunday, June 21, 2020, at his home. He was the son of Tobe and Lena (Miller) Detweiler. On February 9, 1961, he was united in marriage to Emma C. Gingerich. They lived in matrimony 59 years, he was preceded in death by his son Reuben...

Sarah M. Imhoff

Sarah M. Imhoff

Jun 13, 2020

Sarah M. Imhoff, age 64, of Sheridan, passed away peacefully Saturday, June 13, 2020, at her home. She was born December 11, 1955, in Goshen, Indiana the daughter of Christian and Elsie (Martin) Weaver. Sarah married Samuel R. Imhoff of October 12, 1978, in Goshen, Indiana. Sarah and Sam owned and operated The Country Pantry in Sheridan for many...

Lester Keith Johnson

Lester Keith Johnson

Jun 10, 2020

Lester Keith Johnson, age 84, of Vestaburg, passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2020. Keith was born October 3, 1935 in Sumner, Michigan the son of Alfred and Margareta (Hyde) Johnson. Keith was raised at the family homestead on Polk Road in Sumner Township. He went on to graduate from Alma High School in 1953. On November 25, 1970, Keith...

Stephen Edward Cook

Stephen Edward Cook

Jun 6, 2020

Stephen "Steve" Edward Cook, age 48, of Mason, went in search of better hunting and fishing on June 6, 2020. Steve was a man with a kind heart, a strong personality, and a constant desire and need to be with family and friends. His heavy equipment skills began in his sand box with Tonka Equipment, then moved to large...

Mary Ellen Eberly

Mary Ellen Eberly

May 26, 2020

Mary Ellen Weaver Eberly was born August 24, 1931, to Edwin and Lena (Wenger) Weaver, at the old home place on Green Beaver Road, Columbiana, Ohio. She passed away peacefully at Maple View Assisted Living in Ithaca, Michigan on May 26, 2020, at eighty-eight years of age. She grew up with seven siblings and had a happy childhood. She...

Milton Claude Simmons

Milton Claude Simmons

May 23, 2020

Milton C Simmons, "Milt", 83, of Charlotte, MI, passed away on May 23, 2020, at Eaton Community Palliative Care. Milt was born on December 10, 1936, to Ray M and Helen Maude (Hartman) Simmons in Cass County, MI. Milt was born to a farming family in Jones, MI. He spent the first part of his life taking care of...

Rory Dean Harmon

Rory Dean Harmon

May 20, 2020

Rory Dean Harmon, age 62, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully with his family by his side after a courageous battle with cancer. Rory was born May 21, 1957, in Charlotte the son of Robert and Marie Harmon. Rory went on to graduate from Charlotte High School in 1976. On September 15, 1979, he married the love of his life,...

Shana M. Sampson

Shana M. Sampson

May 19, 2020

Shana Marie Sampson, age 32, of Olivet, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 19, 2020. She was born August 15, 1987, in Marshall the daughter of Rocky and Nancy (Johns) Sampson. Shana graduated from Olivet High School with the class of 2005. She then went on to receive her CNA training at Kellogg Community College. Shana left an imprint...

Frederick J. Strouse

Frederick J. Strouse

May 12, 2020

Frederick John Strouse, Sr. born April 4, 1938, in North Star, MI to Frederick and Olga Strouse, died May 12, 2020. Fred graduated from Ashley High School, and married Patricia Lance on June 15, 1957 who predeceased him, along with their son David (Jan), his parents, and his half-brother Phillip (Mary). Pat and Fred cared for each other throughout...

Janell Ann Curtis

Janell Ann Curtis

May 8, 2020

Janell Ann Curtis, age 68, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully at her home with her family by her side. She was born August 2, 1951, in Lansing the daughter of Harvey E. and Eileen (Fineout) Ferris. Jan attended Lansing Everett High School and later obtained her GED. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She enjoyed...

Duane E. Wolfe

Duane E. Wolfe

May 3, 2020

Duane E. Wolfe, age 82, of Charlotte, passed away Sunday, May 3, 2020, at Golden Days AFC with his family by his side. He was born August 10, 1937, in Kellersburg, Pennsylvania the son of Donald and Hilda (Hetrick) Wolfe. Duane graduated from Red Bank Valley High School in Pennsylvania. Duane was a tremendous husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather,...

Bernard James Hall

Bernard James Hall

Apr 29, 2020

Bernard James Hall, age 77, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully at his home Wednesday, April 29, 2020. He was born December 2, 1942, in Hastings, MI the son of Kenneth and Pauline (Fugate) Hall. Bernard graduated form Olivet High School with the class of 1961. He then went on to proudly serve his country in the United States Navy....

Michelle Anne Smith

Michelle Anne Smith

Apr 22, 2020

Michelle Anne Smith, age 52, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully April 22, 2020, at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. She was born November 16, 1967, in Lansing the daughter of Harold and Lila (Shumaker) Ryan. Michelle graduated from Charlotte High School in 1986. On April 25, 1992 she married Kevin Smith in Lansing. She was a devoted wife, mother, and...

Lenore Theresa Wieber

Lenore Theresa Wieber

Apr 18, 2020

Lenore Theresa Wieber, age 84, of Charlotte, formerly of Portland, passed away peacefully into the arms of her Heavenly Father on Saturday, April 18, 2020. She was born June 28, 1935, in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan the daughter of Joseph and Regina (Mazylewski) Potocny. Lenore graduated from Ionia High School in 1953. On November 21, 1953, she married Frank Wieber...

Shirley Jean Carpenter

Shirley Jean Carpenter

Apr 17, 2020

Shirley Jean Carpenter, age 93, of Whitehall, formerly of Charlotte and Lansing, passed away peacefully Friday, April 17, 2020, in Norton Shores. She was born November 10, 1926, in Holt, Michigan the daughter of Roy and Dora (Johnson) Feier. Shirley graduated from Holt High School in 1944. On May 9, 1947, she married Edward W. Carpenter in Lansing, Michigan....

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