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Gary John Aaron “Hank,” 75, of Charlotte, died Thursday, August 13, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born June 4, 1951, in Oil City, Pennsylvania, the son of William R. and Mabel I. (Baughman) Aaron.

Hank graduated from West Forest High School. He moved to Michigan to work for Owens-Illinois (OI), where he worked as a machine operator. On February 24, 1973, he married Kathy Ann Hinckley. Together, they raised three sons, Joe, Bill, and Charlie.

Hank was known for his sense of humor and his ability to bring laughter to those around him. He enjoyed golfing, bowling, riding his Harley, and cheering on his beloved Pittsburgh Steelers and MSU sports teams. Above all, Hank cherished his family, especially his grandchildren.

When his boys were younger, Hank took great joy in watching them play sports. His family remembers that he was always there for everything, showing up to support his sons and later his grandchildren in all of their activities. Being present for the people he loved was simply who Hank was.

Hank will be remembered for his humor, his loyalty to his family, and the many memories he created with those closest to him. His family will forever cherish the time they shared together and the laughter that filled those moments.

Hank is survived by his wife, Kathy; sons, Joe (Tammy) Aaron, Bill (Tammy) Aaron and Chuck Aaron; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; siblings, Jimmy (Sophie) Aaron, Sandy (Don) Hartsell, Barb (Steve) Czerneski, Cindy (Randy) Amsler, and several nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by his parents; in-laws, Elam and Shirley Hinckley; granddaughters, Tori Aaron and Angel Aaron; brothers-in-law, Dean Hinckley, and Dan Hinckley; nieces, Gwen Hartsell and Kim Hartsell.

The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at Oasis Senior Living and Residential Hospice for the loving care and compassion they provided to Hank and his family.

A Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026, from 10a.m. to 5 p.m., at Fox Park, Potterville, Michigan. Friends are encouraged to support Hank’s family by sharing memories on his Tribute Page at www.prayfuneral.com. 

If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to Charlotte Athletic Boosters. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.

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Clela Lee (Gould) Shults was born on November 26, 1929, in Fulton, Kalamazoo County, Michigan to Leslie Roland and Lola Irene (Harrison) Gould. She graduated in 1947 from Charlotte High School in Charlotte, Michigan. Clela married Clifford Warren Shults in September 1949 at the Charlotte home of Clela’s aunt, Mildred Iauch.

Clela was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford; parents, Leslie and Lola (Harrison) Gould; siblings, Stanley Gould, Frances Joppie, Patrica Dane and daughter-in-law Sandra Shults. 

She is survived by her children: Carroll Shults, Christina Shults, Cindy (Bryan) Reed, Cheryl Shults, Charles (Laurie) Shults; grandchildren, Matthew (Jessica) Shults, Andrew (Carlie) Shults, Kari (Bob Davenport) Reed, Michelle (Michael) Kowalski, Matthew (Lisa) Fleming, Lindsay (Timothy) Carpenter, Aaron (Chelsie) Shults, and Patrick (Sydney) Shults; great-grandchildren, William, Elijah Shults, Preston, Iver, Ruthie, Ophelia Shults, Kiley Clark, Eden, Asher, Anna Fleming, Maeve, Hayden, Josephine, Elouise Carpenter, Aaliyah, Jocalynn, Mila Shults; great-great-grandchild Harlen; and her sister, Mildred Helen (Gould) Beebe. 

She began running a day care in 1964, caring for roughly 35 children over the next 23 years, retiring in 1987. She enjoyed knitting, sewing, and quilting. She made Christmas tree skirts for all her children, nieces, nephews, and special friends.

Friends are encouraged to support Clela’s family by attending services or sharing memories on her Tribute Page at www.prayfuneral.com. Funeral Services were Sunday, August 16, 2026, at 2 p.m. at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte with Pastor Charles Jenson officiating. Visitation was held just prior to the service from 1 to 2 p.m. Interment will follow at Maple Hill Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Hope Landing, or your favorite charity. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. 

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Duane Edward Niver Sr. (aka Butch), 88, passed away August 13, 2026. He was born September 16, 1937 in Battle Creek, Michigan, to Gerald Duane and Marian Ida (Whaley) Niver.

After graduating from Battle Creek Central High School, he worked as a short order cook at popular hamburger and soda shop the Date Bar until he began working at Kellogg’s in 1970. He spent the remainder of his career with Kellogg’s, working in the “bran shed” and proudly becoming a member of the Kellogg 25 Year Club.

He married his loving wife, Mary Ann Sheehy September 20, 1958 in Battle Creek, Michigan, and they raised their three children in Battle Creek before moving to Bellevue, Michigan in 1977.

After retirement he stayed active, from participating in Lions Club fundraising and community service efforts to finding a renewed passion for golf. He played in multiple leagues year-round from Michigan to Florida as he and Mary Ann enjoyed many years as snow birds.

He had many hobbies and interests, but foremost were the people around him. He was an invested husband, father, grandfather, and brother. He was a gregarious, involved member of every group he became part of. He truly enjoyed meeting strangers and making them friends. He was a natural storyteller, quick to find commonalities with anyone he talked to. He liked making babies laugh and making someone else’s day a little better.

Duane was preceded in death by parents Gerald and Marian, wife Mary Ann, and brothers David and Donald Niver. He is survived by sister Jeri Ann Boblenz, sons Duane (Betty) Niver Jr., Dennis Niver, daughter Suzanna Smith, and grand and great-grandchildren.

The family has chosen to remember Duane privately at this time. Memorial contributions may be shared with the Lions Club of Bellevue or the Bellevue Methodist Church Freestore.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Kempf Family Funeral and Cremation Services. Please visit https://www.kempffuneralhome.com to view the online obituary, to sign the online guestbook, and to share memories and pictures with the family.  

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Corey Jesse “Jess” Smith, age 94, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2026. He was born on April 10, 1932, in Cedar, Michigan, and spent his early years in Haslett and Traverse City, Michigan, before eventually making Charlotte, Michigan, his home with his wife Lois, before her passing in 2011.

Jess was a graduate of Traverse City Senior High School and went on to attend Michigan State University, where he excelled as an athlete at both places. Throughout his life, he was a hardworking, generous, and community-minded man who found meaning in staying involved and helping others.

Jess was a longtime member of the Lions Club and Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church. He was also involved with mentoring programs, the Red Cross, and numerous volunteer efforts. He was known for going out of his way to make a difference in the lives of others, whether through volunteering, sending Christmas cards, yardwork, or simply being there for the people around him.

Jess had many interests and passions throughout his life. He loved watching sports, he loved hunting, he loved spending time at his up north cabin, spending time with his grandchildren, and took pride in owning a golf course in his early years. He treasured time spent with family and looked forward to his family reunions and the opportunity to bring everyone together. After many years of working, Jess eventually retired from Growers Service Agricultural Group, but he never truly stopped being active in his community or in the lives of those he loved. After his retirement he went on to work part-time for Russell and Schrader Insurance in Charlotte.

Family was an especially important part of Jess’s life. He is survived by his oldest surviving son, Corey Scott Smith (Julie). Corey Scott’s children, Jess’s grandchildren, include Ryan (Abby) and Scott Smith (Nicole). Ryan’s children, Jess’s great- grandchildren, are Sonia and Ginny. Scott’s children, Jess’s great-grandchildren, are Micah and Lauren. He is also survived by his second oldest son, James Smith (Julie), and his next surviving son, Michael Smith. His youngest surviving son, Carey Smith (Christina), and their children, Jess’s grandchildren, are Jayden Mann (Brendan), Shayne Smith, Jasmin Pena (Blake), Augastine Mollette (Dallas), and Christony Pena (Ryan). Augastine Mollette’s children, Jess’s great- grandchildren, are Waylon and Maleana. Jess is also survived by his grandchildren Jake Smith and Chelsea Barton-Smith. He is also survived by his last remaining sibling, Dorothy Rhode, with whom he spent many of his summers and free time, along with many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Corey Smith and Frances Bartunek Wilsey Smith; his wife, Lois Smith; his son, Charles Smith; siblings Elenore, Raymond, Benjamin, Evelyn, Leonard, Marie, Beulah, Helen, and Jean; his grandson, Tyler James Smith; and other beloved family members.

Jess leaves behind a lifetime of memories, countless acts of kindness, and a family and community that will miss him dearly. His dedication to helping others, his love of family, and the many simple ways he showed he cared will remain a part of the lives of those who knew him.

More than anything, Jess will be remembered for the life he lived, the people he helped, and the lasting impact he made on the people fortunate enough to know him.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at 11 a.m. at the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church with Pastor John Messner officiating. The family will receive friends on Monday from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service at the church on Tuesday. Burial will take place at Grand Traverse Memorial Gardens.

Those desiring may make memorial contributions in Jess’s memory to Lawrence Avenue Methodist Church, 210 E. Lawrence Ave., Charlotte, MI 48813.

To view Jess’s obituary online or to leave condolences for the family, please visit www.burkhead-green-kilgo.com. The family is being served by the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home.

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Robert C. Youngs, known to friends and family as “Bob,” passed away unexpectedly Aug. 10, 2026, while camping with family in Traverse City. He was 71. 

Bob was born Jan. 13, 1955, at Community Hospital in Battle Creek to Martin A. “Ozzie” and Pauline “Polly” (Ghastin) Youngs. He was baptized at St. Jerome Catholic Church and received First Communion there in 1963. Bob married the former Anna Davis on April 12, 1975, at St. Philip Catholic Church.

He attended school at St. Jerome in his youth and graduated from Battle Creek Central High School in 1973. Later in life, Bob returned to the classroom and earned an Associate of Applied Science degree in robotics from Kellogg Community College in 1989.

From 1978 to 2018, Bob gave nearly 40 continuous years of service to Canadian National Railway, first working as a laborer and later as a machinist and signal maintainer before retiring as a signal technician.

While working in Signals and Communications for CN, he most often looked after the railroad signals and crossings throughout Eaton County and in the Bellevue, Charlotte, Potterville, and Dimondale areas.

Bob had many interests in his life, including spending time with family, vintage motorcycles, bluegrass music, the music of George Strait, Harry Chapin, Willie Nelson, Bob Seger and Alison Krauss, railroads and trains, watching the Detroit Tigers and NASCAR races, tinkering in his garage, and camping. Above all, he will be fondly remembered for his willingness to help others and his enthusiastic love of his grandchildren.

Bob is survived by his wife of 51 years, Anna, and his children Robert Youngs Jr. (Heather) of Mulliken and Amy Keene (Daniel) of Vicksburg. He is also survived by a sister, Nancy Downs of Battle Creek, and grandchildren Lilly, Lucas, Henry, Leighton, and Liam. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, John Youngs, and a sister, Carol Dobos.

Visitation will be held Aug. 24 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at Bachman Hebble Funeral Service, 223 Bedford Road N., Battle Creek. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Aug. 25 at St. Jerome Catholic Church, 229 Collier Ave., Battle Creek. Interment will follow at Floral Lawn Memorial Gardens, 1490 E. Michigan Ave, Battle Creek.

A memorial luncheon at the church will be held after interment. Suggested charitable causes to support in Bob’s memory would be the American Red Cross, the Humane Society of South-Central Michigan, Haven of Rest Ministries, the Father Fred Foundation, or WhyHunger. Arrangements have been entrusted to Bachman Hebble Funeral Service.

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Dale Edward Barr Sr., 87, of Olivet, Michigan, died peacefully on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. Dale was born January 4, 1939, in Detroit, Michigan, the son of Joseph D. and Nora V. (Peters) Barr. He graduated from Rockford High School in 1959 and went on to earn his bachelor’s degree from Olivet College in 1962. He later attended Eastern Michigan University, where he earned his master’s degree in education in 1969.

Dale married Judy Sharrell (Barnett) on June 16, 1979, in Olivet. 

He dedicated much of his career to education, he started his teaching career with Olivet Schools, where he later became the principal. In 1987 he became the principal of Harrison High School until his retirement in 1995. Dale and Judy rarely missed their grandchildren’s school or sporting events. In 2007 they purchased a place in Florida, and they enjoyed nearly 20 years of warm winters and making new and long-lasting friendships with their North Ft. Myers neighbors. 

Throughout his life, Dale was deeply involved in his community. He was a member of the Jaycees, served on the Walton Township Board of Review, was a township trustee, and served on the Olivet School Board. He also served as a Milford councilman, an Eaton County commissioner, and as an Olivet firefighter. Dale also enjoyed coaching softball for many years, sharing his love of the game with generations of players.

Outside of work and community service, Dale enjoyed living life to the fullest. He loved golf and traveling, listening to Elvis’s music, and playing bocce ball. He had a competitive spirit and enjoyed a little good-natured one-upmanship. Dale was an avid University of Michigan fan. Those who knew him will remember him for his sense of humor, his pride in the Barr family, and his ability to live in the moment and make the most of every day.

Dale will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all those whose lives he touched. As he looked forward to it, may he now soar with the eagles.

Dale is survived by his children; daughter, Deborah Barr; sons, Dale (Debbie) Barr, Jr., Trent (Cheryl) Smith, and Kermit Smith; eight grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; half-sister, Nancy (Bob) Walters; sister-in-law, Susan Barnett; son-in-law, Jack Stults; daughter-in-law, Angel Whitman; nieces, nephews; extended family, and close friends, Chuck and Charlene Cilibraise, Pat Foreman and Hank, many Florida friends, and his dog, Sophie. He was predeceased by his wife, Judy, his parents; daughter, Kim Stults, and son, Bret Barr.

Friends are encouraged to support Dale’s family by attending services or sharing memories on his Tribute Page at www.prayfuneral.com. Visitation was Monday, August 17, 2026, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Funeral services were Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 11 a.m. at the Olivet Congregational Church with Rev. Mike Fales officiating. Interment will follow at Bosworth Cemetery in Olivet. 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 Dale’s tribute, then click on Photos and Videos from your computer (or Media from your smartphone). 

If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to Barr/Van Dyke Principal Leadership Award payable to the Marshall Community Foundation. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.

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It is with sadness in our hearts that we announce the passing of Dale Russell Lindsay, age 88, of Bellevue, Michigan.   He peacefully entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior, surrounded by his loving family on August 12, 2026.

Dale was born on February 23, 1938, in Battle Creek, Michigan, to Alvin and Vearl (Craven) Lindsay. He married his childhood sweetheart, Jewell Evans, on May 18, 1957. They shared 68 years of marriage and raised seven children.  Dale was also blessed with 18 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren, all of whom brought great joy to his life.

Dale attended Ainger Bible Church.  He was a strong, quiet man who put his faith into practice by helping others without expecting anything in return.

In his younger years, Dale worked at Komark’s Gas Station and later for Oliver’s until the company moved overseas. He then worked for Aluminum Extrusion until it closed, and afterward for Gale Briggs Inc. before taking an early retirement in 1997 due to ill health. After a lengthy recovery, he returned to the work he loved most: gardening and caring for the farm.

As a child, Dale spent summers on his Grandparents’ farm, where he developed a lifelong love for farming. He could identify nearly any tree by its leaf. He learned how to graft trees and grow English Walnuts. He even taught himself beekeeping, including how to build hives and use a smoker to tend them. Right up to the end of his life, he was still gardening and raising chickens.  

Dale loved his family and enjoyed having his farmhouse filled with his children and their friends, and later with grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He and Jewell also opened their home to many foster children over the years.  A favorite pastime for many of the children was looking at Grandpa’s bird book and trying to identify the birds visiting his feeders.

He was skilled with his hands and could do everything from engine repair to home remodeling and even building a new home. He taught himself masonry and built a large fieldstone fireplace in the living room and stoned the outside chimney of his farmhouse.  Perhaps most memorable was the go-cart he brought home and fixed up. For an entire summer, the farm was filled with grandchildren eager for their turn to zip around the field on that go-cart.

Dale is survived by his children, Pauline (Gary) Brittain, Jeff (Katrina) Lindsay, Calvin (Laurie) Lindsay, Joan Lindsay, Michael Lindsay, and Leanna (Josh Zaluga); daughter-in-law Jenn Lindsay; sisters Neva Censke, Sarah Cole, and Verna (Chris) Meneguzzo; brothers-in-law Charlie (Dorothy) Evans and Buddy (Jackie) Evans; and sister-in-law Janie Evans. 

Those who have gone before him include his parents; wife Jewell; son Russ Lindsay; son-in-law Rich Lindsay; great-granddaughter Nora Lindsay; brothers Edwin, Lyle, Howard, Duane, James and Arthur; sisters Eunice and Esther; brothers-in-law Wayne Covey, Bob Lambert, Carl Censke, Larry Cole, Billy Evans, and Jim Evans; and sisters-in-law Leah (Cantrell) Lindsay, Nan (McDaniels) Lindsay, Wilma (Fields) Lindsay, and Shirley (Feeney) Evans.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at 11 a.m. at Ainger Bible Church, 5484 Ainger Road, Olivet, Michigan.

Those desiring may make contributions in Dale’s honor to Ainger Bible Church, 5484 Ainger Road, Olivet, Michigan.

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Gena McCoubrey, 81, of Grand Ledge, Michigan died on August 7, 2026. She was a retired Grand Ledge school teacher of 29 years. 

Services will be held at the Grand Ledge Baptist Church on August 26, 2026, with a visitation at 10 a.m. followed by the memorial service at 11 a.m. Full obituary can be viewed online at www.millsfuneral.com.

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Evelynn Mae (Sanders) Stall, 90, of Charlotte, died peacefully on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. Evelynn was born May 28, 1936, in Eaton Rapids, Michigan, the daughter of John E. and Berthal E. (Robinson) Sanders.

On March 4, 1956, she married Douglas Morley Stall. Together, they raised four children: Beverly, Cindy, Don, and Ron. Evelynn and Doug shared 70 years of marriage and a lifetime of memories. They worked side by side creating a home and family they were proud of. Together, they built the house where they lived, filling it with decades of family memories.

Evelynn was hardworking from an early age. From ages 9 to 14, she was the first female newspaper carrier in Eaton Rapids. From ages 15 to 19, she worked as a waitress. Her strong work ethic continued throughout her life. She helped maintain the farm and cared for the 8,000 chickens the family raised, including gathering their eggs.

Family and hospitality were at the heart of Evelynn’s life. She loved having visitors and was always happy to welcome family and friends into her home. She took great pleasure in preparing a delicious meal for those who came to visit. She was also a devoted caregiver to her elderly mother, caring for her with love and patience.

Evelynn was an active member of her community and church. She attended church faithfully, where she served as a Sunday School teacher. She was also involved with the Farm Bureau Community Action Group and was a member of the Farm Bureau Women’s Group. 

Evelynn found joy in many simple pleasures. She took great pride in her large flower and vegetable garden and was overjoyed when her family built her a greenhouse, giving her a special place to nurture the plants she loved. She also enjoyed Christian music, singing at church with the family, oil painting, reading, embroidery, and crossword puzzles.

Evelynn’s faith was an important part of her life, and she found particular meaning in Scripture. One of her favorite passages was Psalm 95:1-2: “Come, let us sing for joy to the Lord; let us shout aloud to the Rock of our salvation. Let us come before him with thanksgiving and extol him with music and song.” These words reflect Evelynn’s love of Christian music, her faith, and the joy she found in sharing music with her family.

Evelynn will be remembered for her devotion to her family, strong work ethic, generous hospitality, and deep faith. Her 70-year marriage to Doug was a testament to a lifetime of love and partnership. From delivering newspapers as a young girl and working as a waitress to farming, caring for thousands of chickens, tending her large garden, teaching Sunday School, caring for her mother, and welcoming visitors around her table, Evelynn lived a life of purpose and service.

She leaves behind a legacy of family, faith, hard work, music, hospitality, and cherished memories that will live on in all who knew and loved her.

Evelynn is survived by her husband, Douglas; children, Beverly (Ivan) Bradley, Cindy (Tom) Raymond, Don Stall, and Ron (Mary) Stall; nine grandchildren,13 great-grandchildren, and three great-great grandsons., She was predeceased by her parents; brothers, Ellis Sanders and Homer Sanders; daughter-in-law, June Stall; grandson, Ben Bradley; and sisters-in-law, Sylvia Sanders, Eva Sanders, and Cheryl Hanna.

Friends are encouraged to support Evelynn’s family by attending services or sharing memories on her Tribute Page at www.prayfuneral.com. Visitation was Tuesday, August 18, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m., and on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, from 10 to 11 a.m. Funeral services were Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at 11 a.m. at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte with Pastor Chad Rogers 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 Evelynn’s tribute, then click on Photos and Videos from your computer (or Media from your smartphone). 

If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to Gresham United Methodist Church. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.

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Sally Marie Tubbs of Eaton Rapids, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 17, 2026, at the age of 91. Sally was born on August 28, 1934, in Coldwater, Michigan, the daughter of Ervin and Carol (Berkey) Anderson. She was raised in Coldwater and graduated from high school in 1952.

Sally went on to attend St. Joseph School of Nursing in Fort Wayne, Indiana, where she earned her degree as a registered nurse. She attended daily mass while in nursing school, a dedication which continued to be an important part of her life in Eaton Rapids as a member of St. Peter Catholic Church.

In 1957, Sally married Bob Tubbs, and together they built a loving home. As the devoted mother of six girls, she cherished and cultivated an appreciation for the joys of life and the beauty of the great outdoors. She recalled a young daughter excitedly dangling a snake over her face while she was sunbathing and doing her best to react with shared excitement rather than a scream. The house was often adorned with simple bouquets of flowers – dandelions were one of her favorites and always brought a smile. She made sure her daughters had opportunities to explore their interests, providing access to dance, music, and skating lessons if they wanted them. She loved attending local theater with her family and especially enjoyed watching her daughters and grandchildren perform on stage. 

Sally dedicated her life to caring for others and enjoyed a long and distinguished career in nursing. She spent 34 of her 40 years of nursing at Eaton Rapids Medical Center before retiring in 1996. Her compassion, kindness, and genuine concern for others made nursing more than a career – it was a calling.

Sally loved baking for her family and friends. (She often had requests from coworkers!) Her children and the neighborhood children looked forward to coming home from school to find delicious baked goods waiting for them. She was thoughtful in countless little ways, including leaving special notes and messages for her family when she was away at work. These simple gestures reflected the love and care she poured into her family each and every day.

Sally was always active and could often be found enjoying the outdoors and the community she loved. She was a familiar sight around Eaton Rapids, walking along the riverbanks, visiting the campground, feeding the ducks on the island, or riding her bicycle through town and the country roads. One of her favorite routines was taking bike rides to the Gale Road bridge, where she would often meet with family to enjoy a picnic breakfast or lunch.

In the wintertime, Sally enjoyed downhill and cross-country skiing. She enjoyed skiing so much that she learned to drive at the age of 39, in part, so she could get to the ski hills on her afternoons off. Locally, she enjoyed cross-country skiing along the river in the Eaton Rapids Campgrounds. When there was enough snow, she could be seen skiing down the road from her house and through yards to get there. 

Sally was truly a people person. She had a remarkable ability to make others feel welcomed, valued, and loved. She could turn a chance encounter into a lifelong friendship, and many of those friendships continued for decades through visits, phone calls, and annual Christmas cards. Her genuine interest in others and her warm personality left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know her.

Sally was preceded in death by her parents, Ervin and Carol Anderson; daughter Amy Sheppard; brothers, Dickie and Bobby Anderson; and sister Mary Hinckley.

She is survived by her loving husband of 69 years, Bob Tubbs; children, Mary (Don) Dove, Rebecca (Jeff) Wilson, Lisa Page, Anna (Chuck) Dorr, and Jennifer (Craig Rominski) Tubbs; son-in-law David (Amy) Sheppard; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; sister Toni (Jim) Ellowsky; along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 11 a.m. on Friday, August 21, 2026, at St. Peter Catholic Church in Eaton Rapids. The family received friends at Skinner Funeral Home on Thursday from 2: to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., with a rosary service at 7:30 p.m. Visitation continued at the church on Friday beginning at 10 a.m.

For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Rapids Medical Center Foundation in memory of Sally. To share memories or leave online condolences, please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com.