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Sue A. Worden

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Sue Ann Worden, 58, of Charlotte, a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, died suddenly on Sunday, February 20, 2022. Sue was born August 25, 1963, in West Branch, MI, the daughter of Raymond Frederick and Jeanne Cleta (Thayer) Wyckoff. She grew up in Potterville, where she graduated High School in 1981. Shortly after school, she went to work as a bank teller. Sue met the love of her life on a blind date. Ron Worden, Jr., was just home from service in the Army and living in Lowell. After their first date, they went to a White Snake Concert, and were married a few years later on April 8, 1989. Sue opened her own daycare operation at their home, along with happily raising and loving their three children. Sue and Ron enjoyed time spent hunting for antiques, and all opportunities to enjoy their grandchildren. Above all, Sue’s life revolved around her family. She would do anything, anytime, for her children and grandchildren.
Sue is survived by her husband of 32 years, Ron Worden, Jr.; their daughters, Chelsea Worden and Heather Scott; son, Jared (Jami) Worden; 7 grandchildren, Ravyn Scott, Marley Scott, Ray J. Hubbel, Jace Worden, Emmalynn Worden, Owen Worden, Olivia Worden, and a new baby on the way; her mother, Jeanne Wyckoff; mother-in-law, Elaine Worden; and her brothers, Ken Wyckoff, Jim Wyckoff, and Tim Wyckoff. She was predeceased by her father, Ray Wyckoff.
Friends are encouraged to support Sue’s family by attending services or sharing memories on her Tribute Page at www.prayfuneral.com. Visitation was held on Thursday, February 24, 2022, at Pray Funeral Home. The service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, February 25, 2022, at the funeral home. Interment will take place at Benton Township Cemetery. If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society at www.nationalmssociety.org. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.

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Sheila Burgie

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Sheila Joan Burgie, 73 of Charlotte, a strong-willed and classy lady, died February 19, 2022. Sheila Joan Adleman was born on November 14, 1948, in Reed City, MI to Floyd and Joan (Wyman) Adleman, she graduated from Sexton High School where she participated in synchronized swimming and received Sexton’s highest award for business studies. She worked for General Motors executives, for representatives at the State Capitol, A&E, then as a legal secretary for Willard Mikesell, and finally at Eaton County Youth Facility.
Sheila lived life to the fullest, enjoying lots of activities, travel, and time spent with family. Playing on adult league softball, she enjoyed her position as pitcher, and her family enjoyed traveling to her games. Travel was one of her favorite things, including trips to Florida, Charlevoix in upper Michigan, and to lots of snow skiing locations in the west. She started ski trips when her kids were young and continued this even after she learned she had cancer, always keeping a positive attitude and enjoying experiencing the world around her. Sheila also enjoyed her flower gardens and yard, shopping trips, watching college and pro football, and pool parties.
Sheila had a great smile that will be missed by her family, including her sons, Brian Sutton (Heidi Hiner), Jared (Jenny) Sutton, and Jason (Angelina) Sutton; granddaughters, Skyler (Cameron Langmaack) Sutton and Emma Sutton; sister, Sharon (Mike) Doherty; brothers, Duke (Sandy) Adleman and Darrin (Jeannie) Adleman; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Jim Burgie; and her parents.
Friends are encouraged to support Sheila’s family by attending services or sharing memories on her Tribute Page at www.prayfuneral.com. Visitation was Wednesday, February 23, 2022. Sheila’s funeral services were Thursday, February 24, at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte with PASTOR Charles Jenson 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 Sheila’s tribute, then click on Photos and Videos from your computer (or Media from your smart phone). The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.

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Dorothy I. Hughes

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It is with broken hearts and so many treasured memories we said goodbye to our precious Mother, Dorothy Irene Hughes. On Thursday, February 17, 2022, she joined the angels that she felt were always watching over her.
On July 28, 1925, she was born in Dansville, Michigan to John Thomas and Florence May Bell. When our father, Jack, passed in 2003, they had been married 53 years. After marrying Dad and four children later, she tackled the challenges of raising us with love, strength, and determination to set us on a good path. We thank you for being our Mom.
As one of eight children her family moved many times as she was growing up. She was very shy in school and would just start to make friends and they would move. When living in Flint she attended the Episcopal Church. Various jobs included: telephone operator, working at GM; started as a janitor working midnight shift and worked her way up to making guns during the war, and comptroller for Gulf Oil Refinery.
Mom knew how to laugh at herself. She loved telling jokes; the John Wayne toilet paper was the best. Although she suffered, she would always say “so many others were worse off than me”. She loved sewing, knitting, crocheting, working in the lawn, crossword puzzles, playing cards, writing poetry, and also attending the “Guinea Hen Club” with her friends. She even made a picnic table from scratch.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents; siblings: Tommy (Ursula) Bell, May (Victor) Hill, Johnny (Margaret) Bell, Harry (Marjorie) Bell, Gladys (Lyle) Studer, Robert, who passed away from pneumonia at 11 months, and sister-in-law, Betty Bell.
She is survived by her brother, Bill Bell; brother-in-law, Ron Wilson; four children: Doug (Beckie) Hughes, Jean (Dave) Richey, Mary (Phil) Beasley, Ellen (Dave) Lambright; 10 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, and friends. She loved hearing all their stories and adventures. Uncle Bill and Mom loved to share favorite jokes on the phone. She was always so generous to her family and all her favorite charities.
A memorial service was held on Tuesday, February 22, 2022, at 11 a.m. at the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home with Pastor Steve Ezop officiating. The family received friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Those desiring, may make contributions in Dorothy’s memory to Compassus Hospice, 801 S. Waverly Rd Suite 200, Lansing, MI 48917, Eaton Community Palliative Care, 2675 S. Cochran, Charlotte, MI 48813, and Heart and Hands Food Pantry, 9220 Kinneville Road, Eaton Rapids, MI 48827.
To view Dorothy’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.burkhead-green-kilgo.com

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Brian C. Stults

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Brian Charles Stults, age 65, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 21, 2022, at Hospice House of Mid-Michigan in Lansing. He was born February 13, 1957, in Charlotte the son of Pete and June (Smuts) Stults. Brian graduated from Charlotte High School in 1975. Brian worked the majority of his career as a Captain with the Charlotte Fire Department and teaching classes at the Hazmat Center in Lansing. He also enjoyed spending time with his family, traveling up north, attending car shows, and golfing. Brian was also an avid ham radio operator.
Brian is survived by his daughters: MacKenzie Stults of Lansing, Kaitlin (Dan) Stamm of Charlotte; siblings: Karen (Mike) Shepherd, Jack Stults, Randy Stults, Jill Stults; special cousin, Regina Lemmon; special niece, Sasha Peel; mother-in-law, Vonda Stanton; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister-in-law, Kim Stults; and brother-in-law, Eric Stanton.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, March 2, 2022, at 2 p.m. at the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Those desiring, may make contributions in Brian’s honor to the Charlotte Fire Department or Hospice House of Mid-Michigan.
To view Brian’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.burkhead-green-kilgo.com

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Helen J. Olson

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Helen Joan Olson of Eaton Rapids, entered into the gates of Heaven, February 18, 2022, at the age of 87. Helen was born in Greencastle, IN, August 22, 1934, the daughter of Charles and Mary (Alexander) Renfro. She had a strong Christian faith, belonging to the Messiah Lutheran Church and St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church, both in Holt. In her younger years, she enjoyed bowling, and dancing. She also loved spending time in her flower gardens, was active at the Jean Bradford Kling Senior Center and absolutely adored her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
Helen is survived by her daughters, Brenda (Jack) Stohr of Eaton Rapids, Terry (Larry) Wicker of Eaton Rapids; son, Martti Siltanen; 7 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Idamae Scott; brothers, Robert “Bo” Renfro, Charles “Dude” Renfro; husbands, Frank Hutcheson, John “Arnie” Siltanen, and Hughes Olson.
Private family services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to any Hospice of the donor’s choice. Arrangements were entrusted to the Mills Funeral Home, Shelly-Odell Chapel in Eaton Rapids. To leave online condolences for the family, please visit our website, www.millsfuneral.com.

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Orlen D. VanDriessche

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Orlen D. VanDriessche, age 89, of Olivet, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Thursday, February 10, 2022. He was born June 21, 1932, in Albion, the son of Gerard and Mildred (Sebolt) VanDriessche. Orlen grew up in rural Olivet, and graduated from Olivet High School with the class of 1950. On June 20, 1953, he married Jane Sharp at the family farm in Olivet. Together, Orlen and Jane faithfully raised a beautiful family and cherished each and everyone of them. Orlen was a devoted Christian, and was never afraid to share his faith in Christ with anyone he met. Orlen was a member of the Lee Center United Methodist Church, and served as a lay leader for many years. He was past president of the Albion/Marshall Chapter of the Gideon’s. In his spare-time he enjoyed attending the Olivet High School basketball games and traveling with friends to harness racing events around the area.
Orlen is survived by his wife of 68 years, Jane; children: Robert (JoAnn) VanDriessche of Olivet, Sharon Klingler of South Carolina, Connie (Bruce) Lack of Olivet; 12 granchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; 2 great great-grandchildren; sisters: Nancy Bumgarner and Ardella VanDenDriessche.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Donna Anderson; and granddaughter, Gloria Klingler.
A private graveside service for the family was held at Bosworth Cemetery in Olivet. The family received friends on Monday, February 14, 2022 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lee Township Hall.
Those desiring, may make contributions in Orlen’s memory to the Lee Center United Methodist Church or The Gideon’s International.
To view Orlen’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.burkhead-green-kilgo.com
The family is being served by the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home of Charlotte.

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David E. Slocum

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David Earl Slocum, of Dowling, formerly of Charlotte Michigan, died February 3, 2022, while wintering in Texas. David, 72, was born February 22, 1949, in Lansing, Michigan to Kenneth R. and Esther Mae (Hunt) Slocum. He graduated from the Maple Valley Schools in 1968 and went on to Lansing Community College. In August of 1969, David married Caroline Felder, and together they would raise three children. David served in the US Army as a helicopter Crew Chief in Viet Nam. After active-duty David joined the Michigan Army National Guard 119th Field Artillery, retiring in 2009. David worked for the State of Michigan for 33 years as a truck driver.
More than anything else David loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed taking motorcycle trips with his wife Caroline and their adult children and made many friends as a member of Gold Wing Road Riders Association. David also spent many hours as a volunteer in the community at Eaton Senior Center, Eaton Community Palliative Care and Eaton County Clothing and Furniture Center. He loved playing guitar, collecting antique clocks, fishing and was an avid reader of American adventure books.
David is survived by his wife, Caroline Elaine (Felder) Slocum; son, David (Shannon) Slocum II; daughter, Victoria (Dan) Alt, daughter-in-law, Rachel Slocum; ten grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sister, Tyann (Bob) Drake; brother, Jerry Slocum; and many special nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents; son, Robert Slocum; and his brothers Robert and Kevin Slocum.
Visitation for Mr. Slocum will be Saturday, February 19, 2022 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home. A Life Celebration Service will be held this coming spring or summer. Family and friends are encouraged to share remembrances and condolences online in David’s Tribute Page at www.prayfuneral.com. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, MI.

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Roberta J. Vedder

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Roberta Jean Vedder, age 89, of Mulliken, was welcomed home by her Savior on Saturday, February 12, 2022. She was born October 24, 1932, in Lansing, Michigan the daughter of Robert and Ica (Woods) Fowler. She spent her growing up years in Gleason, Tennessee and graduated from Gleason High School in 1950. Roberta was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a faithful servant of the Lord Jesus Christ. Her daily prayer was that her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren would follow Jesus. She attended First Baptist Church in Charlotte for many years. In her spare-time she enjoyed antiquing, playing the piano, quilting, and playing games with family and friends.
Roberta is survived by her children: Bryant (Brenda) Vedder of Charlotte, Dwayne (Robin) Vedder of Charlotte, Paula (Rick) McCloy of Vermontville, Martin (Theresa) Vedder of Charlotte; 11 grandchildren; and 29 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Keith in 2008; great-grandson, Toby Livingston; and sisters: Clara Heath and Celeste Tilden.
Funeral services were held on Friday, February 18, 2022, at 11 a.m. at the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home with Pastor Pete Kroll officiating. The family received friends on Thursday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial took place at Meadowbrook Cemetery in Mulliken.
Those desiring, may make contributions in Roberta’s honor to the Awana Club at First Baptist Church 1110 S. Cochran, Charlotte, MI 48813.
To view Roberta’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.burkhead-green-kilgo.com

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Laura C. Berry

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Laura C. Berry passed away peacefully in Tuscon, Arizona on February 9, 2022 at the age of 92.
Laura was born to Wilbur and Minnie (Hendershott) Schantz on March 22, 1929, in Hastings, Michigan. The youngest of three children, she was raised on their farm in Baltimore Township. After graduating from Hastings High School, she married the love of her life, Donald E. Berry, on June 15, 1946. Together they had six children while working their farm in Bellevue, Michigan. They were married for 45 years until Donald passed in 1992.
Laura couldn’t stand being idle and was always busy with garage sales, working in her flowerbeds, visiting with friends and family, baking cookies, and helping others. She loved arranging annual family get-togethers and holiday celebrations. For many years she volunteered her time with church activities, Hospice, Red Cross, Meals on Wheels, and Siren Organization for abused women. She was recognized by the American Red Cross for having donated over 20 gallons of blood in her lifetime. She also spent countless hours crocheting afghans to which she donated to provide comfort and warmth for many newborns and adults.
Laura’s priorities were faith, family and friends. She was devoted to her family, especially her many nieces, nephews and their families as well as many friends she considered family. She took great pride in her grandchildren Jill (Alan) Austin, Kelly Dilley-Anton, Chad (Andrew Skar) Anton, Alison Ericson, Ethan Berry, Jonathan Berry, and Eren (Corey) Berry Smith and her great-grandchildren, Josef, Jacob, Jaden, Charlotte, and Evelyn.
Preceding her in death were her parents, her beloved husband, two sons Donnie and Bert, and her sister Bernadine Van Syckle. She is survived by her brother Karl Schantz, children Edward (Loretta) Berry, Dale (Denise) Berry, Cleone Anton, and Yolanda Berry, her grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Laura left us many fond memories, was loved by all, and will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her.
There will be no services at this time, but a memorial service will be held at a later date. Burial will be at the Dowling Cemetery near Dowling, Michigan.
Memorial contributions can be made to Eaton Community Palliative Care, 267 South Cochran, Charlotte, Michigan, 48813.

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John D. Gardner

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John David Gardner was born February 12, 1930, passed away January 26, 2022 (2 weeks before his 92nd birthday) He was 1 of 3 children of Earnest and Gretchen Gardner (Eaton County) and farmed with them until their passing. They had 3 children of their own, Stephen, Delores & Mark. Stephen is the only living heir. John was a lifelong resident of Eaton Co. Mich. “Staunch Republican” He was married to his wife Rose E. Gardner (Dunning) for 70+ years. Rose is currently living in an assisted living community in Battle Creek, Mi. Throughout John and Rose’s earlier years of marriage, they took in adult men from Kalamazoo intuitions to live and work on the farm. They also counseled & housed many teenage boys from troubled homes or backgrounds. Some continue to communicate with them today. He was a lifelong farmer of dairy, beef, eggs, field crops, MM Farm equipment, etc. He was on the board of directors for McDonald Dairy of Flint, Mich. for many years. He and Rose greatly anticipated the company’s annual paid trips that were held and conducted throughout large major cities across the USA. He and son Stephen developed, designed & built one of the very first self-sufficient farm operated crop drying, storage and transportation systems in Eaton Co. Many educational and farm group organizations toured the facility. He took great proud into this fledging enterprise. He was also on board of directors of Eaton Farm Bureau, elected to a term on Eaton Co. School board and served on many church groups/originations throughout his lifetime. He and Rose were especially fond of Pastor Lester DeGroot of Nashville Baptist Church. His Honesty and Integrity was without question. I felt proud to be his son. The only man I ever knew that didn’t ever smoke, chew, drink, cheat or swear (well only twice that I heard, swear that is). I also believe that his time on school board GREATLY soured him to the day-to-day politics and interworking of a perceived corrupted and arrogant institution.
Please feel free to visit our web page made especially for John D. Gardner to light a candle or leave a condolence, www.rosierfuneralhome.com The family is being served by the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield: Rosier Burial and Cremation Services.

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