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Bryan Gene Faurot, a man full of love for the outdoors, died Tuesday, February 12, 2019, at his home, surrounded by family. Bryan, 60, was born October 9, 1958, in Marshall, the son of Max Leroy and Frances Helen (Courtright) Faurot. Bryan graduated from Olivet High School in 1976 before joining the U.S. Marine Corps, serving four years. He married his sweetheart, Patricia Vlahakis on July 30, 1977, and the two settled into family life. He worked as a machinist at Airway from 1978-1991, followed by nine years at Auto Cam until his retirement.

Those who knew Bryan recognized his deep love and pride for his family. He was a friendly, lovable and outgoing personality who shared his kindness with all. He was a great conversationalist, and was able to pull life stories from those he talked with. He shared his enthusiasm for fishing, hunting, camping, and love of sports with everyone he came in contact with. Bryan could be seen in the stands for countless sporting events for friends and family alike throughout the years.

Bryan is survived by his wife, Patricia; son, Bryan (Melissa) Faurot II; daughter, Vanessa (Melvin) Fenner; grandchildren, Caden and Lilly Faurot, Zyra and Larkin Fenner; siblings, Deborah (Joe) Mulvany, Kim (Dwayne) Carroll, Kelly (Greg) Alberda, and Robert (Melissa) Faurot; and several nieces and nephews.  

He was predeceased by his sister, Linda Purucker; his parents; and his nephew, Jon Max.

Friends are encouraged to support Bryan’s family at visitation and memorial services.  A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on February 23, 2019, at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte, with Pastor Don Roscoe officiating.  Visitation will be from noon to 2 p.m. on Saturday, just prior to the service. 

If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to Heartland Hospice. 

Friends and family are encouraged to share memories of Bryan on his tribute page at PrayFuneral.com.

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Linda Louise Silvas of Charlotte, beloved “Old Woman” (a nickname given to her by her grandson, Kenny), died February 11, 2019, just a short four months after her beloved husband passed. Linda, 76, was born December 12, 1942 in Charlotte, to Elwood and Eunice (Fladeboe) Whitinger. Linda was the youngest of five sisters, with one brother younger than her. Linda worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility for several years, and then on the line at AE Hoover until they closed. She was a regular at Firekeepers Casino, and QVC Queen shopper with daily deliveries to make sure she had a gift for every occasion.

With a very large extended family on both parents’ sides, family gatherings were always happening and Linda relished her large family and knowing the scoop of any family story. Mexican food was one of Linda’s specialties, she made great tortillas and Spanish rice, as well as amazing fudge and all kinds of special recipes.  She loved to share her huge garden and taught many of the neighborhood kids about vegetable growing. A “Master Planner” for all occasions, Linda even chose the photos to use for her own memorial service during her final days. A master at putting everyone else first, she always made sure that her children, and then her grandchildren, had what they needed.

Linda is survived by her children, Jodie (Steve) Driver, Rob (Michelle) Silvas, Amy (Aaron) Sawatzki and Angel (Eric) Bartlett; grandchildren, Jennifer (Thomas) Hoffman, Kenny (Annalesha) Silvas, Todd (Sarell) Driver, Rikki (James) Shepherd, Randi Sawatzki, Robby (Kayla) McElhaney; great-grandchildren, Martina and Landon Hoffman, Devin and Drake Silvas, Aubrie and Kameron Driver, Madeline and Gemma Shepherd, Stevie and Raelynn Sawatzki, Ellie Mae and baby due in July, McElhaney; great-great-granddaughter, Dylan Rae; siblings, Wilma Campbell, Leila Whitinger, John (Sue) Whitinger; and many nieces and nephews and cousins.  She leaves behind her husband’s large extended family as well.  

She is predeceased by her husband, Matt; sisters, Lucille Tuckey and Marion Whitinger; brothers-in-law, Joseph Tuckey, and and Norman Campbell; and her parents.  

Friends are encouraged to support Linda’s family at visitation and memorial services. Memorial services are Monday, February 18, 2019, at 3 p.m. at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Visitation is prior to the service, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the funeral home. 

If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to American Diabetes Association or Eaton Community Palliative Care.  

Friends and family are encouraged to share memories of Linda on her tribute page at PrayFuneral.com. 

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Paul Junior Makley, 82, of Olivet, a man who enjoyed many outdoor activities, died peacefully on February 14, 2019. He was norn March 27, 1936 in Detroit to Carlie and Melba (Strieter) Makley. He married Dolores Wheeler on July 17, 1954 in Angola, Ind., and they raised four daughters together. A great story-teller, Paul loved to embellish his adventures, which went well with his hobbies of hunting, fishing, and golf. Paul was a union construction man for 23 years, self-employed construction for six years, and most recently the State of Michigan Department of Public Health for 26 years until his retirement in 1996.

Paul is survived by his daughters, Christine (Joe) Anderson, Kathleen (Steve) Hoard, Karen (Carl) Dickie, and Connie (John) Stark; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and brother, Kenneth (Nancy) Makley.  

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Dolores; brother, Fred Makley; and his parents.

Friends are encouraged to support the Makley family at visitation and funeral services.  Funeral services are Monday, February 18, at 10 a.m. at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte, with Pastor Jack Brown officiating.  Visitation is Sunday, February 17, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. 

If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to The Olivet Lions Club. Friends and family are encouraged to share memories of Paul on his tribute page at PrayFuneral.com.

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Deborah Ann Ramirez, 52, of Charlotte passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, February 7, 2019. She was born in Bay City, Texas on December 1, 1966, the daughter of Rose Castaneda. Deb graduated from Charlotte High School, Class of 1985. She was a proud worker and kitchen manager at Mike’s Sports Page in Charlotte. She enjoyed spending time with her family and grandchildren. Deb had many friends and enjoyed her time with each of them.  

Deb is survived by her children, Irvin Champlin, Casey Champlin and Hannah Johnson; mother, Rose (Bob) Cook; grandchildren, Mya Champlin, Donald Mitschke, Alani Champlin and Liam Champlin; great-grandson, Sebastian Wendel; siblings, Tommy (Sherry) Ramirez, Randy Ramirez and Holly (Glenn) LaPere, nieces, nephews and many cousins. 

A memorial service was held on Friday, February 15, 2019 at 6 p.m. at Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home, with Pastor Randy Royston of New Hope Church officiating. The family received friends on Friday, February 15, 2019 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the funeral home.

Those desiring, may make contributions in Deb’s memory to the family to help with funeral expenses. There will be a pool tournament on Saturday, February 16, 2019 at 2 p.m., held at CB’s. Contributions may also be given on the Go Fund Me Page on Facebook (https://www.gofundme.com/5pavjz-in-loving-memory-of-deborah-ramirez?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=fb_dn_cpgnstaticxlarge_r), Mike’s Sports Page, CB’s and Evelyn Bay.

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Patrice “Pat” Annette Halloran, a loving mother and grandmother, died Friday, February 8, 2019 in Lansing.  Patrice was born December 31, 1946 in Battle Creek, the daughter of R.G. and Sharon (Ellis) Rounds. Pat graduated high school in Galveston, Texas, before returning to Michigan, where she raised her family and worked nearly 30 years with General Motors.  Pat loved sports, especially the MSU Spartans, and playing cards with her friends. She was an avid Bingo player and enjoyed trips to the casino. The most important part of her life was time spent with family, especially following her great-grandchildren as their No. 1 fan through their many sporting events.  All of the many family friends will miss “Grandma Pat” cheering from the sidelines.

Pat is survived by her daughter, Kimberly (Bill) Rounds; grandchildren, Ashley (Rob), Tori (Brittany), Heather, Holly, Hailey (William), Tyler, Tara, and Corrie; great-grandchildren, Devon, Braylen, Camden, Ariana, Dominik, Ali, Matthew, Dougie, Evelyn, MyKenzie, Luna and Abel; and her best friend of 50-plus years, Yvonne “Sis” Moore.  

She is predeceased by her daughters, Christine Halloran and Stephanie (Halloran) Amos; and her mother, father, and step-mother, Gladys Rounds.

Funeral services were held Monday, February 11, 2019 at Pray Funeral Home, with Pastor Charles Jenson officiating.  Interment took place in Kalamo Hillside Cemetery.

If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to the family.  

Friends and family are encouraged to share memories of Pat on her Tribute Page at PrayFuneral.com. 

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Rickie Duane Starkweather, son of Theo Duane and Shirley Mae Starkweather (Burkett), entered into eternal sleep January 29, 2019 at 59 years of age. 

He is preceded in death by brother, Jerry Starkweather. 

He leaves behind sister, Vickie (Ronnie) Corbins of Charleston, S.C.; brothers, Randy Starkweather, Terry (Arline) Starkweather of Phoenix, Ariz.; aunts, Flora Cousins of Vermontville, Rachel (Jim) Clark of Lake Odessa; and many cousins and friends.

He will surely be missed.

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Doris A. Fullerton, 93, of Charlotte, passed away Sunday, February 3, 2019, at Eaton Community Palliative Care with her family by her side. She was born at the family home on May 27, 1925, in Charlotte, the daughter of Phillip A. and Lula S. (Shumaker) Wehr. Doris graduated from Charlotte High School with the class of 1943. Soon after graduation she married the love of her life, Calvin Fullerton at the Center Eaton Church, just outside of Charlotte. Every year on their anniversary, Cal would give Doris a bouquet of roses containing as many roses as the number of years they were married. This got to be a rather large bouquet as the years passed. Doris grew up on the farm and developed a passion for agriculture. She began as a young lady raising sheep. As she began to raise a family she passed on her love of the farm to her children and grandchildren. They are proud to say that they still own a centennial farm homesteaded by Doris’s grandparents. Doris and Cal owned and operated Cal’s Western Store and Cal’s Mobile Service here in Charlotte. Doris also worked as an LPN at Hayes Green Beach Hospital. Doris loved to travel. Both she and Cal looked forward to their yearly trips to Acapulco and Las Vegas. In her free time, she adored spending time with her precious family and quilting.  

Doris is survived by her children, Robert (Jeannette) Fullerton of Charlotte, Gordon (Tich) Fullerton of Charlotte Hall, Md., Kevin (Nancy) Fullerton of Charlotte; seven grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and brother, Max (Dorothy) Wehr of Charlotte. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband of 65 years, Cal in 2008; siblings, Elizabeth Crozier, Naomi Conard, Rolland Wehr, and Rex Wehr.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, February 5, 2019, at Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home, with Rev. Curtiss DeMars-Johnson officiating. Interment took place at Maple Hill Cemetery in Charlotte. 

Those desiring, may make contributions in Doris’s honor to the Christmas Kiddies, 111 E. Lawrence Ave., Charlotte, MI 48813.

To view Doris’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family, please visit burkhead-greenfuneralhome.com.

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Susan Evelyn Baker, 54, a loving mother, grandmother and wife, died Friday, January 25, 2019 in Lansing, after a brief illness. Susan was born September 8, 1964, the daughter of Robert Carl and Dorene Ann (Cutcher) Dean.  She received an associate’s degree from Suomi University before going to work as a caregiver with Wilson Homes Adult Foster Care. She spent most of her career at Crestview in Bellevue, where she met her husband, Keith Baker. The two married on July 2, 1988 and started their family in Olivet. She later continued caregiving at King Street Daycare, until her retirement. Keith and Susan were longtime attendees of Charlotte Assembly of God Church.  Susan loved time spent at home with Keith and her daughters, and later, her beloved grandchildren.  She had a soft spot in her heart for animals, especially cows, and cherished her many pets, including dogs, chickens, and ducks. She enjoyed time spent outdoors, working around her flower gardens and bird watching.  Above all, Susan loved her family.

Susan is survived by her husband of 30 years, Keith Baker; daughters, Bethany (Daniel) King of Marshall and Katlin (Jason) Bradfield of Charlotte; grandchildren, Elijah and Elliana King, and Weston Bradfield; mother, Dorene Dean; sister, Marilyn (Glen) Wagner; brother, William (Nora) Dean; nieces and nephews; and her in-laws, Larry and Alma Baker.  

She is predeceased by her father.

A memorial service was held Thursday, January 31, 2019 at Charlotte Assembly of God, with Pastor Shane Bryant officiating. Private interment took place in Bosworth Cemetery in Olivet.  

If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to Pawsibilities Rescue in Olivet.  

Friends and family are encouraged to share memories of Susan on her tribute page at PrayFuneral.com.  

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Duane Paul Shipman, 69, of Vermontville, passed away Sunday, February 3, 2019 at his home. Duane was born October 20, 1949, in Hastings, the son of Paul Eli and R. Louise (Dow) Shipman. After graduating high school, Duane started his career at General Motors while attending college. After two years, he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps, serving four years, partly as a member of the Marine fast-pitch softball team. Upon his return, he soon met the love of his life, Donna Lee Turpin. The two married on September 18, 1976 and settled into family life, raising three children. Duane retired from GM in 2002, after 35 years of service.  In his retirement, he shared his lifetime love of hunting, fishing and sports with his family and friends, especially his four grandchildren.

Duane is survived by his wife of 42 years, Donna Shipman; daughter, Heather (Jaime) Rittenhouse; sons, Daniel Shipman and Stephen Shipman; grandchildren, Cameron, Tyler, Matthew, and Kaitlyn; and his brother, Mark (Kim) Shipman.  

He is predeceased by his parents; and his siblings, Linda Burt and Gary Shipman.

A Funeral Mass was celebrated at 11 a.m. on Friday, February 8, 2019 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Charlotte, with Rev. Fr. Dwight Ezop officiating.  

If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to the American Heart Association or VFW Post 2406. Friends and family are encouraged to share memories of Duane on his tribute page at PrayFuneral.com. 

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Peter Ben Carpenter, 82, of Charlotte, passed away Tuesday, January 29, 2019, at Sparrow Hospital with his family by his side. He was born September 4, 1936, in Charlotte, the son of Jay and Ivadene (Lake) Carpenter. Pete graduated from Charlotte High School in 1954. Soon after graduation, on his birthday, he married Constance J. Keeny. Together they owned and operated Connie’s Beauty Studio in Charlotte for many years. Pete was also a cofounder of Eaton County MS Support Group. He also worked as a salesman, traveling many miles selling his promotional material. Pete loved serving others. Pete volunteered with Mobile Meals in Charlotte for many years and could often be found lending a helping hand to anyone in need. He also had a passion for bicycling. Pete rode in many DALMAC events throughout the years. You will be greatly missed, Petey the Sweetie. 

Pete is survived by his wife of 64 years, Connie; children, Debra (Roland) Williamson of Loveland, Colo., Anne Carpenter of Charlotte, Stacy (Ike) Fry of Mason; six grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Daniel Carpenter.

In keeping with Pete’s wishes, cremation has taken place and no services will be held. 

Those desiring, may make contributions in Pete’s honor to the Mulitple Sclerosis Foundation, 6520 N. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309.

To view Pete’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family, please visit burkhead-greenfuneralhome.com.