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Shaun Bartlett

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Shaun Michael Bartlett, 43, of Charlotte, a guy with a tough exterior but a caring heart, died unexpectedly April 28, 2022. Shaun was born in Lansing, MI on November 15, 1978, to Larry and Mary Ann Bartlett. He grew up in Charlotte, was a Charlotte High School graduate, and though he traveled and moved he always came back to his hometown and city he loved. A fan of many sports, Shaun grew up playing high school football, baseball, and basketball, and as an adult loved watching sports and was a huge University of Michigan fan. Shaun worked as a cook for restaurants in the area, including Applebee’s, Tony M’s, and Eaton Place. To some he was a hero, a defender of those who couldn’t defend themselves, often coming to the defense of others because of his compassionate nature.
Shaun is survived by his children, Dakota, Damon, Conner, and Joshua; grandson, Finley; mother, Mary (Dean) Bartlett Erickson; father, Larry Bartlett; and close friend, Chris Spalding. He was predeceased by his grandparents, Alice and Theophile “Frenchie” Schneider, Uncle Mark Schneider and Uncle Melvin Bartlett.
Friends are encouraged to support Shaun’s family by attending services or sharing memories on his Tribute Page at www.prayfuneral.com. Visitation was Thursday, May 5, 2022 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Funeral services were held on Friday, May 6, 11:00 a.m. at Pray Funeral Home with Rev. Dr. Marilyn Danielson officiating. The funeral will be webcast so you may watch it from any computer, smartphone, or mobile device that has internet access. Go to www.prayfuneral.com, click on Shaun’s tribute, then click on Photos and Videos from your computer (or Media from your smart phone). If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to Boys Club of America. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.

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Sherwood Conrad

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Sherwood Ray Conrad, of Charlotte, a guy who could build anything, died May 3, 2022, at the age of 83. Born October 9, 1938, in Lansing, to Sherwood Franklin and Helen (Farr) Conrad, he grew up in the Mid-Michigan area and graduated from Sexton High School in 1956. Sherwood started working in building construction, and later retired as a handyman for Hudgins Realty. He showed his skills in construction when he helped build his son John and Deb’s home and deer camp, and many other projects that made his family very proud.
With a love for the outdoors, Sherwood enjoyed hunting and fishing, often getting deer or fish when no one else could. His favorite fishing destination was Cloverdale Lake in Michigan and Rice Lake in Canada, where there were many fishing trips over the years. He was also a treasure hunter, finding many treasures each year as students at MSU moved out each spring. Another pastime that he enjoyed was jigsaw puzzles, always working on the next big puzzle in a room dedicated for that.
Sherwood is survived by his son, James Sherwood (Helen) Conrad, daughter-in-law, Debbie Conrad; grandchildren, John Sherwood Conrad, Kayla Conrad, Brandon (Laura) Conrad, Jacob Conrad, Madelyn Conrad, and Chelsey (Ashton) Wood; step-granddaughters, Sheri Collins and Kristy Wilmath; seven great-grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren; sisters, Jeanette Reynolds and Marilyn (Chuck) Bleisch; and former wife, Kathryn Conrad. He was predeceased by his son, John Joseph Conrad; sister, Barbara Reedy; and his parents.
Friends are encouraged to support Sherwood’s family by attending services or sharing memories on his Tribute Page at www.prayfuneral.com. Visitation was Friday, May 6, 4-6:00 p.m. at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Funeral services followed at 6:00 p.m. Interment will be 9:00 a.m. Saturday, May 7, at Deepdale Memorial Park in Lansing. If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.

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Ivan King

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Ivan Junior King, age 93, of Hastings, Michigan, passed away on April 26, 2022, in Hastings, Michigan.
Ivan was born in Charlotte, Michigan on July 2, 1928, the son of Harvey and Winifred (Sanford) King.  He was a 1945 graduate of Charlotte High School and attended Michigan Tech University, Michigan State University, and Texas A&M studying Civil Engineering.  Ivan proudly served his country during World War II in the US Army.  In 1947 he married Melody Hussey, and they enjoyed 65 years together until her passing in 2012.
Ivan was an entrepreneur, working as a receiver for a number of businesses.  He is one of the founding owners of Flexfab, and he owned and operated King’s Appliance.  He was previously a member of the Masonic Lodge and the Elks.
Ivan enjoyed his farm, gardening, traveling with his wife, and spending time in his home in Florida.  He liked carving and enjoyed spending time with his family.
Ivan is preceded in death by his wife Melody King, his son Curtis King, and brothers Richard and Robert King.
He is survived by his sons Tim (Jackie) King, Mike (Jeanne) King, Dan (Tammi) King, Brad King; grandchildren Beau King, Jennifer (King) Barrett, Jessica (King) Murphy, Brenda (Vrooman) Hubbell, Elizabeth (King) Whittle, Curtis King, Jr., Ashtin, Bradan and Carson King, Danielle (King) Nurenberg; 19 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; brothers Vincent and Tom King; and several nieces and nephews.
A private family memorial service has been planned.  Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home.  To leave an online condolence, visit www.girrbachfuneralhome.net.

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James Polhamus, Jr.

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James Polhamus, Jr., age 87, of Lansing (formerly of Charlotte) passed away peacefully on Friday, April 29, 2022, at the Hospice House of Mid-Michigan with family by his side. He was born August 6, 1934, in Windsor Township, Michigan, the son of James and Mary (Salter) Polhamus. He graduated from Howell High School in 1952. Jim served in the Army and later worked for GM for over 30 years. His lifelong joy was his farm; he loved walking the fields and forest there, and watching the crops grow to harvest.
Jim was affectionally known as Pops by his children, Junior by his siblings, and Uncle Junior by his nieces and nephews. Jim was very devoted to his family, and especially loved spending time with his grandchildren. He was a man with many interests, including fishing, puzzles, and bowling, and was always tinkering with something around the house. He volunteered at the Eaton County Genealogical Society indexing record books. He was a devoted fan of the Detroit Tigers and Red Wings, and rarely missed a game.
Jim is survived by: his children Pam Robinson, Jeff MacGuinness and Mark (Lori) MacGuinness; grandchildren McClay, Andrew, Steven, Brendan and Connor; great-grandchildren Sophie and Aiden; siblings John (Ruth) Polhamus, Mary Heath, and Jay (Marsha) Homan; sisters-in-law Virginia Polhamus and Janet Homan; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by: his parents; siblings Robert (Martha) Polhamus, Eugene Polhamus, Arlene (Earl) Frith, Betty Polhamus, Esther (Charles Clark) Homan, Theresa Homan, and Thomas Homan; nieces and nephews Joel Homan, Julie Clark, David Polhamus, Jimmy Polhamus, Robert Polhamus, and Danny Clark.
Services were held on Thursday, May 5, 2022, at 12 P.M. at Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home, 206 W. Lawrence Ave, Charlotte MI 48813. Burial took place at Millerburg Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jim’s honor to the Sparrow Foundation Foundation@sparrow.org.

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Mortimer McKillop

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Mortimer John McKillop, 82, of Bellevue, Michigan, passed away on Monday, April 25, 2022, at The Flower House. He was born on May 16, 1939, the son of Mortimer D. McKillop and Neurldean (Miller) McKillop.
Mortimer graduated from Eastern High School in Lansing, MI with the Class of 1957. He dedicated 35 years of work to Felpausch Foods, from where he retired. Mortimer was a member of the Knights of Columbus at St. Ann and St. Mary’s and also sang in the choir at St. Ann Catholic Church. He was a lifelong Eagles member, member of the Battle Creek Barber Shoppers, the Bellevue Village Players and the Bellevue Lions Club. His hobbies included fishing, playing golf and bowling.
Mortimer is survived by his wife of 64 years, Nancy (Nobach) McKillop; daughter, Karen (Tim) Olmstead; sons, Jeff (Mary) McKillop, Dennis (Renea) McKillop; grandchildren, Casey (Kenneth) Smith, TJ (Allyce) Olmstead, Brian (Bess Ann) McKillop, Greg (Jessica) McKillop, Nathan (Marina) McKillop, Amanda (Brent) Boyer; 13 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Marlene (Joe) Stubblefield.
Visitation will be held at the St. Ann Catholic Church in Bellevue, MI on Friday, May 13, 2022, from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m., with the rosary service at 7:00 p.m., and on Saturday, May 14, 2022 from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. with the funeral service starting at 11:00 a.m. at St. Ann Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Ann Catholic Church or The AFC Flower House. Arrangements entrusted to the Baxter Funeral and Cremation Service, 269-788-9800. www.baxterfuneral.com

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Betty Kinzler

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The world is a little less bright.
Betty J. Kinzler released herself from this world, May 2, 2022.
She will be remembered for her style, spunkiness, sparkle and quick smile. Betty was always a busy gal. She was a woman ahead of her time. When most women were relegated to the home, she was a business woman. Through the years she was co-owner of the Featherette Salon, the Palace Cafe’ and the Hillsdale Motel in Hillsdale, Michigan. In 1969 she fulfilled her dream and became an LPN. She enjoyed working with people at the end of life. Later, Betty also co-owned Mr. C’s Shoes in Charlotte, Michigan. Perfection was her motto and it showed in all she did. She had impeccable taste in fashion, decorating and keeping a home. She enjoyed playing the piano, cooking and adored quilting. Just a few days before passing, she commented, “I’m missing making quilts. One needs to keep creating.” When Betty married Dale Kinzler, she was introduced to a musician’s life. She loved traveling with him to “gigs” and dancing the night away. Dale brought a lightness to her and a new zest for life.
The family will be forever grateful for Dale’s constant love and care of Betty. Their love carried them through.
Betty is survived by her husband, Dale Kinzler, daughters Kathy Goldstein (Pete Rumsey), Debbie Baker (Mike), her bother Don DuDeVoire (Joan), Grandson Travis Goldstein (Liz Sanz) and good friends Sue Spicknell, Lois & Walter Green, along with her beloved dog, Buffy.
The family wants to thank Hospice of Lansing. In lieu of flowers, donate to Hospice. There is no service at this time

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Debra Stevens-Ferguson

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Debra Kaye Stevens-Ferguson, a caring and fun loving, wife, mother, and friend, died Monday, May 2, 2022. Debra, 67, of Charlotte, MI, was born February 26, 1955, in Charlotte, MI, the daughter of Walter and Lillian (Klont) Peterson. Upon graduating from high school Debra began working for General Motors where she was a line worker until her recent retirement. On May 24, 2003, Debra married William Ferguson and together they created their lasting legacy. Many will remember Debra for being a woman who was always willing to help out anyone in need. Debra and William had a strong passion for Harley Davidsons and could be found at different events around the state. She also enjoyed spending time working in her flower beds, sewing, crotcheting and knitting.
Debra is survived by her loving husband of 18 years, William; children, Carolene Brandon, Mary Anne Jones, Johnathan Stevens; four grandchildren, Chase, Scott, Dakota, and Tea; numerous great-grandchildren; sister, Candace Hampton. She was predeceased by her parents.
Friends are encouraged to support Debra’s family by sharing memories on her Tribute Page at www.prayfuneral.com. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.

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Arliss Creller

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Arliss Leone Creller, age 91, from Bellevue, Michigan passed away on April 29, 2022. They worked for Michigan Magnetics. Funeral was held on May 5, 2022 at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.

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Donald Root

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Donald Alan Root, age 53 from Sunfield, Michigan passed away on April 27, 2022. He was a machinist at Sinto Corp. Funeral was held on Wednesday, May 3, 2022 at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.

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Marian Renea Turner

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Marian Renea Turner of Eaton Rapids, passed away unexpectedly, April 25, 2022, at the age of 56. Renea was born in Dillon, SC, October 27, 1965, the daughter of Marion and Frances (Cooke) Turner. She always stayed busy cooking, decorating, making crafts, raising plants and flowers, watching WWE Smackdown, dancing, and karaoke. Family was everything to her. She loved organizing and planning events, helping her brother at his shop in Charlotte, baking with her Sissy, but most of all she loved watching her son and grandchildren play their favorite sports. Renea’s favorite sayings, were, “kiss my grits,” and “Aunt Nea loves you,” She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
Renea is survived by her mother; daughters, Samantha (Ryan) Klink-Haindel of Onondaga, Ashley (Austin Carmody) Wicker of Lansing; son, Nicholas (Alexis) Turner of Eaton Rapids; grandchildren, Britney, Haizy, Aiden, Rayne, Jeremiah, Grace, Kendilyn, Gabie, Kinsley, Kyleigh, Harleigh; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her father; brother, Johnny Stewart Turner; grandparents, Tracy Cooke, Mary Cifelli, George Turner and Mary Sports.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 2, 2022, at the Mills Funeral Home, Shelly-Odell Chapel in Eaton Rapids. Visitation will take place Sunday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. and Monday one hour prior to the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation, Attn: Financial Operations, 733 Third Avenue, Ste. 510, New York, NY 10017. To leave online condolences for the family, please visit our website, www.millsfuneral.com.

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