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Lloyd L. Loar

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Lloyd Leroy Loar of Vermontville, passed away December 25, 2020 at the age of 73. Lloyd was born in Gladwin, Mich., January 21, 1947, the son of Willard and Delpha (Wray) Loar. He proudly served with the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Lloyd was a brick layer and also worked for Buick, Olds, Cadillac before retiring in 1996. He loved older cars, drag racing, and attending car shows, and spending time in the outdoors watching the deer, ducks, and birds.  
Lloyd is survived by his wife, Sharon Loar; children, Angela (Russ) Nevins, Paul (Amanda) Davis, Shaun Davis; grandchildren, Josh (Brooke) Blanchard, Tyler (Shelby) Blanchard, Austin Hogarth, Jared (Skylyr) Davis, Anna Davis, Dustin (Nicole) Davis, Ryan Davis; nine great grandchildren; nephews, Chris Coney, Sheldon (Jennifer) Coney. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Jacquelyn Sue Blanchard; sisters, Sharon Coney and Charlene Houghton. 
Memorial services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sparrow Cancer Center. Arrangements were entrusted to the Mills Funeral Home, Shelly-Odell Chapel in Eaton Rapids. To place online condolences please visit their website at millsfuneral.com.

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Harold F. Badgley

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Harold Franklin “Frank” Badgley III of Potterville, went home to be with his savior Jesus on December 25, 2020 at the age of 61. Frank was born in Lansing, September 28, 1959, the son of Harold Badgley Jr. and Barbara (Doty). He was a 1977 graduate of Potterville High School. Shortly after graduation, he enlisted and served with the U.S. Navy. Frank was kind, caring, a good listener and was quick to laugh. He took every opportunity to enjoy life and the people around him. He exuded integrity and was loyal to those he loved, and he was loved by many. Frank liked to cook, collect knives, collect depression glass, and greatly enjoyed helping people. 
Harold is survived by his mother, Barbara Howlett; son, Timothy Badgley of Potterville; sisters, Brenda (Cor) Toncray, Beth Schaefer; brothers, Jeffrey (Judy) Badgley, Monte (Susie) Ferris, Stanford (Tina) Ferris, Brian (Kellie) Badgley, Larry (Crista) Badgley; several nieces and nephews; and very special friends, Jim and Carla Milbourn. He was preceded in death by his father; sister, Esta Anderson; brothers, Dale and Alex Ferris; step-father, Bryan Howlett.    
Memorial services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements were entrusted to the Mills Funeral Home, Shelly-Odell Chapel in Eaton Rapids. Please visit their website to place online condolences at millsfuneral.com.

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Don C. Miller

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Don C. Miller—a loving and devoted husband, father, brother, and friend. Don fought a long and courageous battle with bladder cancer, never complaining or asking for help. Don was born into this life on December 18, 1947 and passed peacefully into the loving arms of his Heavenly Father on December 18, 2020 at 73 years of age, with his loved ones by his side. 
Don faithfully served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam war. 
Don is survived by his loving wife of 47 years Carol A. Miller, (Kepler); stepson Bret A. Kepler (Callie); sister, Donna Ransom (Mark); brother, James Baker; numerous grandchildren and nieces and nephews. In addition, Don is survived by his estranged daughter, Cheryl Miller, and stepson, Tim Kepler (Dawn); siblings Cathy (Mark) Jacob; Cindy Thornton; and Ronald Miller.
He was predeceased by his parents, Donald W. and Margaret L. Miller (James), his brother Gerald Baker and his stepdaughter, Karie Ann Kepler Ellsworth. 
Don retired from Barnes Aerospace in Lansing, Mich. after many years of dedicated and devoted service. 
He loved the simple things in life such as playing golf, deer hunting, salmon fishing, cooking, baking and making beef jerky for friends and family. Don had a great sense of humor, guaranteed to put a smile on your face. He adored his dogs Peach, Starzy, and Benji. 
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 from 12 to 2 p.m. at the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home, 206 West Lawrence Avenue, Charlotte, MI 48813. A graveside service will follow at Needmore Cemetery at 2:30 p.m. 
Those desiring, may make a contribution in Don’s honor to the Capital Area Humane Society in keeping with his love for his dogs. 
The family is being served by the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home. To view Don’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit burkhead-green-kilgo.com.

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Andrew J. Pray

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Andrew J Pray, of Dimondale, a gentle giant of a man who was 100% farmer, passed away in his wife’s arms on December 5, 2020 in Lansing, Mich. at the age of 68. Andrew was born on December 19, 1951 to George and Emma (Taylor) Pray in Lansing, Mich.
Even before graduating from Everett High School, he began his lifelong farming career driving the tractor and the one-ton truck to help out with farm chores. On June 5, 1982 Andrew married Kathryn Campbell in Charlotte, Mich. Early in his agricultural career Andrew ran a small dairy farm operation with his father George. Later, in partnership with his brother Henry Pray, Andrew developed a cow and calf operation, breeding and raising calves for sale. The last few years Andrew shifted 100% to crop farming. Andrew will be remembered by others as a hardworking and honest farmer. As part of his dedication to farming, he formerly served as a board member of the Eaton County Farm Bureau.
In his leisure time, which was always at a premium around the farm, he enjoyed historical movies and documentaries, especially war stories. In his earlier years he developed the ability to repair televisions in the days of “tube” televisions. That transitioned to an interest in computers in the early 80’s. He became a “computer guru” as his family referred to him, building and repairing his own computers and assisting friends with theirs as well. Andrew and Kathryn also enjoyed travel when they could coordinate it with the busy farm schedule. Their most recent travels were made in a motor home that Andrew renovated. He made sure to educate his wife Kathryn on the repairs, and how to take care of the motor home so she could be self-sufficient on future travels.
Andrew is survived by his wife Kathryn; step-son Ralph French; granddaughter, Macy Grace French; sisters, Georgina Pray, Ruth Ann (Terry Eitnier) Pray, and Linda Edgar; brothers, Henry (Sandy) Pray, and Joseph A Pray; brother-in-law, Paul (Linda) Campbell; sisters-in-law, Judy Campbell; Veronica (Max Curtiss) Crawford, Marlene (Paul Ulrich) Stavros, and Pauline Bibler; many nieces and nephews; and lifelong friend and best buddy, Ole Olson. Andrew was predeceased by his parents; brothers-in-law Donald Edgar, Leroy (Barb) Cole, Gaylord (Catherine) Campbell, Grover Bibler; and sisters-in-law, Linda Pray, Janet (Donald) Merren; father-in-law, Milo (Frances) Campbell, and mother-in-law, Kathryn Campbell.
Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, a memorial service for Andrew will take place at Pray Funeral Home when family health and COVID-19 restrictions allow. Watch for the announcement, hopefully in the near future.
Friends and extended family members are encouraged to share remembrances and condolences online on Andrew’s tribute page at prayfuneral.com. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.

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Robert R. Brimmer

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Robert (Bob) Brimmer, age 79, of Charlotte, passed away Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at his home in Charlotte.
Bob was born in Belding, Mich. on February 9, 1941, the son of the late Chester and Helen (Senkowski) Brimmer. Bob spent his early childhood years in the Belding and Carson City areas where he attended local schools. Bob completed his education at Vermontville High School, when his family moved to the area, after purchasing a service station in town.
On November 28, 1959 Bob was married to Mary Jo (Benedict) Brimmer at the Vermontville Methodist Church. They began their lives together in Vermontville living across the road from Mary Jo’s parents. In 1969 they relocated to Charlotte where they established their home and raised their family together. 
In 1963 Bob began working at Owens Illinois Glass Plant, in Charlotte.  During his career with the company, Bob held several positions completing his service to the company in 1994 as a Production Supervisor. Bob’s ability to trouble shoot, and evaluate production systems, afforded him the opportunity to spend a year at the company’s Puerto Rico facility helping to establish and improve production efficiencies.
Bob enjoyed being outdoors, especially enjoying a day on Lake Michigan with his wife, salmon fishing on their boat. Along with his wife Mary Jo, the couple enjoyed traveling in the motor home to destinations all over the United States—many of these adventures in “work camping,” where Bob & Mary Jo would use their skills to improve the campground in exchange for guest fees. It was enjoyable work, as it kept the couple busy while they traveled.  A highlight of their travel adventures was a three-week African Safari, and a week in Hawaii with family and friends.
In his spare time Bob volunteered for the local Meals on Wheels organization, and enjoyed getting out and visiting local friends who were shut in. He enjoyed playing cards and cribbage with the family and was a member of the local euchre club at the Eaton Area Senior Center in Charlotte.
Bob is survived by his three daughters, Patricia (Doug Harmsen) Bondy, Sherri (Gary) Taylor, Candi McMickle; two brothers, Walter and Lester Brimmer; seven grandchildren, Eric and Scott Lipp, Nicole Bondy, Garrett and Marcus Taylor, Brett and Brendan Whitely; three great grandchildren, Darren, Camrie and Garrett; and his former wife Mary Jo Brimmer.
He was preceded in death by his daughter Bobbi Jo (Brimmer) Whitely in 2013, and infant children Robert Harold and Merri Helen Brimmer; sister Jeanette Schulz; and half-brothers Lloyd and Raymond Senkowski.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For further details please visit their website at danielsfuneralhome.net.

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Francene A. Davidson

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Francene Ann Davidson, of Eaton Rapids, passed away December 20, 2020 at the age of 81. Fran was born in Springport, Mich. on July 14, 1939, the daughter of Francis and Rena (Webber) Canull. She worked for State Farm Insurance in the claims department for 39 years before retiring. Fran was a member of the First Congregational Church in Eaton Rapids, the Eaton Rapids Medical Auxiliary and the Red Hat Society. She volunteered at the Owls Perch Gift Shop, enjoyed crocheting afghans, bowling, going on trips to the casino, playing Yahtzee with her husband, Bill and making cheese balls for her friends and her favorite bankers. 
Fran is survived by her husband William Davidson; daughters, Darcy O’Boyle of Brighton, Debra Livermore of Leslie; grandchildren, Lindsay Bristol of Brighton, Nicholas (Rebecca) Norris of Jackson, Joshua Norris of Jackson; great grandchildren, Kylie Lewis, T.J. Bush, Peyton Bush, Trenton Bush all of Brighton, Layla Norris, Wyatt Norris of Westland, Kora Norris of Jackson; sisters, Sandra (Darrell) Arnold, Terry Poe, Cathy Mead, Patti (Bill) Christoful, Beverly (Ken) Bentley; brother, Ronnie (Karen) Canull. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Fred, Dale, Roger and Donald Canull. 
Memorial services will be held at a later date. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Eaton Rapids Medical Center Foundation. Arrangements were entrusted to the Mills Funeral Home, Shelly-Odell Chapel. To place online condolences please visit their website, millsfuneral.com.

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Elaine S. Mock

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Elaine Susan Mock, of Eaton Rapids, Mich. passed away unexpectedly on December 21, 2020 at the age of 66. Elaine was born in Eaton Rapids, on June 11, 1954 the daughter of Irven and Shari (Owen) Gemalsky. She graduated from Eaton Rapids High School class of 1972 and went on to receive her Bachelor’s of Special Education from Western Michigan University. Elaine worked in the education profession, but spent the majority of her life dedicated to her husband, children and grandchildren. She enjoyed knitting, gardening and spending winters at their home in Holiday, Florida. Elaine loved her shopping trips and weekend getaways with her “sisters”. Above all Elaine was a dedicated mother who never missed a basketball game or horse show and most recently, a chance to spend time with, and spoil her grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband of 41 years, James Mock; son, Jonathan (Amber) Mock; daughter, Meghann (Jeremy) Barnett; grandchildren, Riley, Emmet and Reese Barnett, Anya, Aria and Mila Mock; mother, Shari (Bob) Clough; and niece, Kasey Gemalsky.
Elaine is preceded in death by her father and brother, Edwin Gemalsky.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids Chapel. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday from 3 to 7 p.m. and one hour prior to the service on Wednesday. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to the Capital Area Humane Society in memory of Elaine. To share memories or leave condolences please visit SkinnerFuneralHomes.com.

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Filomena Kepler

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Kilomena Kepler, age 92, of Charlotte, formerly of Bari, Italy, a salesperson, passed away on December 13, 2020.

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Stephen Fitzpatrick

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Stephen Fitzpatrick, 74 of Charlotte, a man who proudly kept his lawn looking like a golf course, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on December 11, 2020. Stephen was born July 21, 1946 in Concord, Mich. to Joseph and Perile (Sloan) Fitzpatrick, one of nine children. In June of 1965 he married Mary Lou Carr and they embarked on many adventures together, raising a family and living life to its fullest. Over the years, Stephen did many things to support his family, including many years at Osborne Buick, starting as a mechanic, working into sales, and then finally as the general manager. He later drove truck, and in his retirement found other jobs to always keep himself busy. Although he was a stubborn man, his family shares many fond memories of how his stubbornness worked for him to keep going, even when he was home bound.
Stephen enjoyed doing lots of activities with his grandpuppy, JoJo. Together they would mow the lawn (taking extreme care to make it look amazing and like a golf course), and in the winter they would plow the driveway and the neighbors as well using his Kubota. Stephen also took great pride in cleaning and dusting his car daily. When he was able to, he loved fishing for Bluegill on Duck Lake.
Stephen is survived by his wife, of 55 years, Mary Lou; children, Jennye (Gary) Whitford, Jeff (Tiffany Graham) Fitzpatrick; grandson, Brogain; and eight brothers and sisters. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Perile Fitzpatrick.
Friends are encouraged to support Stephen’s family. The family received visitors on Thursday, December 17, 2020 at the Pray Funeral Home, followed by a graveside service at Bosworth Cemetery. If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions in lieu of flowers to Eaton Community Palliative Care. Friends and family are encouraged to share memories of Stephen on his tribute page at PrayFuneral.com. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.

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Nancy Lou Pruden

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Nancy Lou Pruden, 84 years, of West Unity, passed away Thursday, December 10, 2020, at SKLD-Bryan Center, Bryan, Ohio. Nancy was born August 22, 1936, in Grand Rapids, Mich., the daughter of the late William and Marion (Manning) Wrench. She was a 1954 graduate of Dimondale High School, Dimondale, Mich. She married Robert Hale Pruden on July 27, 1956, in Dimondale, and he preceded her in death on April 17, 1974. Nancy was a devoted homemaker, caring for the needs of her family. She was a member of the West Unity United Methodist Church as well as a former member of the Three Arts Club. Nancy enjoyed all her cats, taking daily walks around West Unity, visiting with everybody she met along the way, gardening, sewing and most of all spending time with her family.
Surviving are her five children, Tim Pruden of Marshall, Tom (Kim) Pruden of Charlotte, Tony (JoDee) Pruden of Charlotte, Jeff Pruden of Charlotte, and Tammy (Brent) Hulbert of Bryan, Ohio; ten grandchildren, Mike (Brandi) Pruden, Tiffany (Brian) Matson, Andy (Holly) Pruden, Matthew (Jennifer) Pruden, Joshua (Ashley) Pruden, Greg (Courtney) Pruden, Natasha (Kollin Woolace) Merschdorf, Miranda (Lucas Leonard) Merschdorf, Cody (Morgan) Hulbert, Cory Hulbert; 14 great-grandchildren, Ivan, Ashley, Erik, Haley, Lola, Landon, Piper, Brooke, Brynn, Jackson, Killian, Skylar, Kolbie and Nolan; one brother, Bob Wrench of Hesperia, Mich.; one sister-in-law, Barb Wrench of Howard City, Mich. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Robert Pruden; one brother, Bill Wrench and one daughter-in-law, Kathy Pruden.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there will be no public visitation or services at this time. Memorial service for Nancy Pruden will be held at a later date, when it is safe to gather and celebrate her life. Arrangements are under the care of Oberlin-Turnbull Funeral Home, 202 North Liberty Street, West Unity, Ohio 43570.
Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider memorial contributions be made to the Williams County Humane Society, 9464 County Road 13, Bryan, Ohio, 43506.
Condolences may be sent to the family or the online guest book may be signed at oberlinturnbull.com

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