Local Obituaries
Shirley Sleight
Aug 9, 2020
Shirley Elaine Sleight, age 93, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Sunday August 9, 2020. She was born April 10, 1927, in Walton Township the daughter of Ira and Reva (Maybe) Smith. Shirley graduated from Maple Valley High School with the class of 1945. On July 28, 1946, Shirley married Charles “Joe” Sleight...
Quentin Roy Bartlett
Aug 8, 2020
Quentin Roy Bartlett, age 27, of Charlotte, was taken from us on August 8, 2020, much too soon. He was born February 23, 1993, in Lansing the son of Quentin and Claudia (Dymond) Bartlett. Quentin graduated from Charlotte High School in 2011. He had a great personality that would light up the room. People were drawn to his warm...
Marilyn Jean Haun
Aug 4, 2020
Marilyn Jean Haun, age 74, of Olivet, passed away peacefully Tuesday, August 4, 2020. She was born August 28, 1945, in Battle Creek the daughter of Lloyd and Barbara (Crilly) Haun. Marilyn was a truly loving soul. She adored her family and loved being with them. She could often be found helping her father with the daily chores around...
Harold Combs
Jul 31, 2020
Harold “Harry” Combs, age 69, of Charlotte, passed away Friday, July 31, 2020, at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. He was born December 3, 1950, in Isom, Kentucky the son of Ira and Edna Mae (Maggard) Combs. Harry proudly served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He cherished his family and enjoyed spending time together with...
Coranne Kay Pryor
Jul 26, 2020
Coranne “Corky” Kay (Derby) Pryor, age 84, of Charlotte, passed away Sunday, July 26, 2020. Coranne was born May 25, 1936, in Lansing the daughter of Howard and Margaret Derby. She was a Charlotte resident her entire life. She graduated from Charlotte High School with the Class of 1954. Coranne worked as a librarian for Charlotte Junior High School,...
Margaret Joan Spitzer
Jul 21, 2020
Margaret Joan Spitzer, age 87, of Vermontville, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, July 21, 2020, surrounded by those she loved. Joan was born February 26, 1933, in Nashville, MI the daughter of Marcus and Ellen (Day) Shapley. She attended Nashville High School. On January 21, 1950, Joan married Richard Spitzer in Angola, Indiana. Joan...
Richard Paul Koehn
Jul 20, 2020
Richard Paul Koehn was born on December 29, 1953, to Pete and Melinda Wedel Koehn at Goessel, Kansas. He left his earthly home behind when his soul took its flight to his heavenly home on July 20, 2020. Richard was the seventh child in a family of eight children. He had happy memories of growing up in central Kansas...
Richard Billsen
Jul 18, 2020
Richard Charles Billsen, age 69, of Charlotte, passed away Saturday, July 18, 2020, at McLaren Hospital in Lansing. He was born December 2, 1950, in Lansing the son of Harold and Shirley (Thomas) Billsen. Richard proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He loved his Harley Davidson and enjoyed riding every opportunity he...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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,...
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