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Kathryne Marie Seman-Laverdiere

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Kathryne Marie Seman-Laverdiere, age 34, of Charlotte, passed away Thursday, March 21, 2024. She was born August 30, 1989, in Hampton, Virginia, the daughter of Jeffrey Seman and Barbara Cruz. Kathryne was raised in Florida and graduated from Orange Park High School in the Class of 2007. She later obtained an associate degree in Culinary Arts from the Art Institute of Jacksonville. First and foremost, in Kathryne’s life were her three boys. She adored them and cherished every moment together. She loved her boys, family, and friends with fierce devotion. Kathryne had a servant’s heart and was always concerned about the needs of others. She wanted to bring a smile to the faces of those she encountered and had a way of lighting up a room. She loved to cook and prepared many beautiful meals for those she loved. Kathryne was also a talented photographer and was passionate about creating lasting memories. She was your go-to girl if you had a question about anything beauty-related. You could always count on Kathryne to enjoy a meal with you, a good cup of coffee, meaningful conversation, or watching Friends. Kathryne’s humble and selfless spirit will always be remembered.

Kathryne is survived by her boys, Scout Laverdiere, Finn Laverdiere, Gentry Gibson; parents, Jeffrey Seman of Charlotte, Barbara Cruz of Jacksonville, Florida; siblings, Christopher Cruz of Miami, Florida, Michée (Matthew) Zydiak of Parker, Colorado, Cassandra Seman of Orange Park, Florida; nieces, Isabella Zydiak, Amaya Cruz, Artemis Couch, Athena Byrd; nephews, Noah Henderson, Elijah Couch, Gabriel Zydiak, Isaac Zydiak, Ezekiel Couch; and countless other family and friends.

Funeral services were held on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at 1 p.m. at the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home with Pastor Andy Shaver officiating. The family received friends from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. at the funeral home just before the service.

Those desiring may make contributions in Kathryne’s memory to the family.
To view Kathryne’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.burkhead-green-kilgo.com.

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Darlene Kaye Umbarger

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Darlene Kaye Umbarger, aged 88, passed away on March 20, 2024, at Sheffield Bay in Bay City, Michigan. She was born on May 15, 1935, in Eaton Rapids, Michigan, the daughter of Francis Davis and Iva Willougby. On November 6, 1952, Darlene married the love of her life, Delton Umbarger. Together, they shared many years of cherished moments until his passing in 2015.

Throughout her life, Darlene found joy in simple pleasures. She loved spending time with family, taking road trips with her loved ones, ceramics, ice cream, Elvis, and country western music. Darlene cherished her time with her loved ones and getting to visit her great and great-great grandchildren and great grandnieces. Darlene’s life was blessed and has created lasting memories for her friends and family.

Darlene and Delton moved to Beaverton, MI following her retirement from Felpausch’s in Eaton Rapids, Michigan, where she worked as a meat wrapper. Additionally, she spent many years as a Tupperware saleswoman. Despite life’s challenges, and many changes from growing up during the depression to the invention of cell phones to the loss of her husband, Darlene remained resilient. In 1973, she achieved a significant milestone of finishing her high school education by obtaining her GED and in the 90s she helped teach her grandchildren to use computers.

She is survived by her brother, Richard (Jill) Davis of Pentwater, MI; sister-in-law, Judy Davis, of Florida; children, Debra Watson of Hastings, MI, Peggy Pirhonen of Florida, and Dennis (Debra) Umbarger of Tennessee; grandchildren, Jennifer (Bryan) Moloney of Tennessee, Jeremy (Dana) Pirhonen of Virginia, Christine (Donnie) Chambers, Heather Sawdy of Harbor Springs, and Jamey Sawdy of Grand Rapids and granddog : Tina Louise; great grandchildren, Austin (Nicole) Stranahan of Mississippi, Brayton and Carson Moloney of Tennessee, Maddie and Rylee Chamber of Tennessee, and Dela and Caiden Pirhonen of Virginia; and great-great grandchildren, Gerrard and Scipio Stranahan in Mississippi; along with many nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 62 years, Delton Umbarger; her daughter, Joni; parents, Francis and Iva; and brothers, Gary and LeRoy.

A memorial service was held on Monday, March 25, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at Sheffield Bay Chapel, 4471 Sheffield Place, Bay City, MI. Burial took place on Monday, March 25, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at Gilmore Township Cemetery in Farewell, MI. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Transition Hospice, the Clare County VFW, and Gladwin American Legion Post 171. Arrangements are in the care of Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home, www.hallkokotovichfuneralhome.com.

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Alida Marie Starkweather

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Alida Marie Starkweather, age 93, of Charlotte peacefully slipped away in the early morning hours of Thursday, March 28, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was born April 6, 1930, in Benton Township, the daughter of Adiel and Marie (DeSander) VanDorpe. Alida graduated from Charlotte High School with the class of 1948. Not long after graduation she married Bob E. Starkweather on September 3, 1949. Together they spent 61 wonderful years together until Bob passed away in 2010. Alida and Bob spent 23 years in Charlotte before they decided to move to Cheyenne, Wyoming. She and Bob loved their time spent in Wyoming and the western way of life. In 1989 they returned to Charlotte and settled in at their new home on Battle Creek Road. Alida loved feeding birds and was especially fond of cardinals. She enjoyed playing cards with her friends at the Eaton Area Senior Center, watching MSU sports, rodeos, traveling to the casino, and the fellowship and fun of her fellow Red Hat Ladies.

Alida is survived by her children: Bob Jr. (Sally) Starkweather, Sue Ann (Ron) Olmstead, Wendy Sue (Wayne) Carpenter; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Bob; siblings, Frand (Betty) VanDorpe, Julius VanDorpe, Jerry (Corky) VanDorpe, Raymond (Margaret) VanDorpe, Ruby (Gasper) DeBryne, and Rosemary (Louis) Howe.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 1, 2024, at 11 a.m. at the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home with Laura Cooper officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will take place at Maple Hill Cemetery.

Those desiring may make contributions in Alida’s memory to the Eaton Area Senior Center, 804 S. Cochran Ave., Charlotte, MI 48813 or Eaton Community Palliative Care, 2675 S. Cochran Road, Charlotte, MI 48813.

To view Alida’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.burkhead-green-kilgo.com.

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Edwin Montie Anderson

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Edwin Montie Anderson, age 67, from Charlotte passed away on March 20, 2024. Arrangements are being handled by Pray Funeral Home.

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Frederick Harold Earl

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Frederick Harold Earl, age 85, of Charlotte, passed away Thursday, March 21, 2024. He was born August 13, 1938, in Charlotte, the son of Harold and Ruth (Mann) Earl. He graduated from Charlotte High School in 1956. Soon after graduating, he enlisted in the United States Navy where he honorably served his country. On December 29, 1957, Fred married Angie Lee Wertz, at the First Congregational Church in Charlotte. Fred was a proud member of the American Legion and was active at Post 318 in Port St. Lucie, Florida. He was an avid outdoorsman and sports fan. A few of Fred’s favorite pastimes were hunting, fishing, and playing golf. Fred loved the MSU Spartans and enjoyed watching them whenever possible. He retired from GM in Lansing after many years of service.

Fred is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Angie; sons, Mark (Julie) Earl of Dimondale, Tom Earl of Charlotte; grandchildren, Angie Bruce, Alicia (Landan) Bruce, Tatum (Jason) Cary, Taylor Earl, Madison (Cam) Earl; great-grandchildren, Alyvia Bruce, Jason C. Lee, Daxon Earl Dowker, Buck Cary; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Kim Bruce; and siblings, Carolyn Piersma, Pat (Sam) Spagnoulo.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, April 7, 2024, at 1 p.m. at the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home with Laura Cooper officiating. The family will receive friends on Saturday, April 6, 2024, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the funeral home and one hour prior to the service on Sunday.

Those desiring may make contributions in Fred’s memory to Eaton Community Palliative Care, 2675 S. Cochran Road, Charlotte, MI 48813.
To view Fred’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.burkhead-green-kilgo.com.

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Clare Nell Miller

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Clare Nell Miller of Eaton Rapids, passed away peacefully with her loved ones by her side on March 24, 2024, at the age of 81. Nell was born in Halo, Kentucky on June 24, 1942, the daughter of Johnathan and Margaret (Johnson) Johnson. She married the love of her life on August 5, 1961, and they spent 63 amazing years together. Nell retired from FASCO in Eaton Rapids. She always enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Nell loved to cook. She spent lots of time in the kitchen creating some great meals.

Nell is survived by her loving husband, Glenn Miller of Eaton Rapids; children, Suzanne Miller of Bath, Rodney (Beth) Miller of Charlotte, Ronald Miller of Eaton Rapids, Brenda Kuhn of Charlevoix; daughter-in-law, Anne Miller; grandchildren, Glenn Miller, Kyle Miller, Parker Miller, Abigail (Blake) Morrow, Douglas Miller; great-grandchildren, Haley, Lyla, Nolan; brother, John (Diane) Johnson of Eaton Rapids and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Glenn Miller; brothers, Leon Johnson, Curt Johnson, James Johnson, Joel Johnson; sister, Fay Boggs.

The family would like to extend their gratitude to nieces, Genny, Sandy and Billie Jo, who traveled from Kentucky to take care of Nell during her final days.

Funeral Services were held at the Mills Funeral Home, Shelly-Odell Chapel in Eaton Rapids on Friday, March 29, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. Visitation was Thursday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. as well as one hour prior to the service. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in loving memory of Clare Nell Miller. To leave condolences for the family, visit our website www.millsfuneral.com.

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Sharon Lee Warfield-Gunder

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Sharon Lee Warfield-Gunder of Eaton Rapids, passed away March 25, 2024, at the age of 89. Sharon was born in Eaton Rapids, Michigan on May 25, 1934, the daughter of Frederick and Helen (Snow) Warfield. She was a lover of animals and all things outdoors, even teaching all the kids to shoot, hunt and fish. Sharon enjoyed showing horses, painting and drawing. She was a member of the Eaton Rapids Hospital Auxiliary for many years.

Sharon is survived by her children, Kim (John Huber) Russell of Lake Odessa, Michelle (Robert) Gould of Eaton Rapids; 12 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren; sisters, Margaret (Julius) Brotherton, Diane Clemens, Sue Anne McElway. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Guy Gunder in 2008; daughters, Melody Morrison, Cathy Gunder; siblings, Frederick Warfield, Charles Warfield, Mary Etta File, Ernest Woodman, Maxine Wilson, Scott Mascho, Dorothy Mason, Shirley Stemen.

Graveside Service was held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, March 29, 2024, at Bunker Cemetery in Eaton Rapids Township. Arrangements were entrusted to the Mills Funeral Home, Shelly-Odell Chapel in Eaton Rapids. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army in loving memory of Sharon Lee Warfield-Gunder. To leave condolences for the family, visit our website www.millsfuneral.com.

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David George Wyatt

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A fisherman’s greatest treasure isn’t the fish he catches but the memories he creates along the way.

David George Wyatt was born February 17, 1934, in Lansing to George and Margaret (Symonds) Wyatt. He lived his early years in Lansing until the family moved to Eaton Rapids.

He married Nellie Sherman in Eaton Rapids on May 15, 1955 and were married 64 years until she passed away in 2019. David worked nearly 40 years at Oldsmobile. During that time, he also served his community as a member of the Eaton Rapids Fire Department and Ambulance Service.
After retirement they moved to the Mecosta area where Dave lived with a fishing pole in his hand and a frying pan of fish on the fire. They wintered in Florida where he was able to use his gift of gab with his friends.

After Nellie’s health no longer allowed her to travel, they returned to the area and he spent his free time, and there was lots of it, watching his great grandchildren’s sporting events.

David was preceded in death by his wife, Nellie, his parents, siblings Ray, Betty, Barbara, and Clara and a son-in-law, David Chamberlain. He is survived by his four daughters, the reason for his baldness, Debbie (Gary) Carlson, Kathy (Greg) Meredith, Sandy Wyatt-Chamberlain, and Kim Wyatt, eight grandchildren, who will serve as pallbearers, 22 great grandchildren, and sister Sue Mills.

The family would like to express their extreme thanks to Eaton Community Palliative Care and Hospice of Lansing for their wonderful care of David and the entire family.

Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. They received friends for visitation on Tuesday from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. and one hour prior to the service on Wednesday. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to the Jean Bradford Kline Senior Center or Eaton Community Palliative care in memory of David. To share memories or leave online condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHomes.com.

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Kenneth D. Janousek, Jr.

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Kenneth D. Janousek, Jr., age 87, of Olivet, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, March 17, 2024. He was born February 5, 1937, in Charlotte the son of Kenneth D. and Laverna (Pratt) Janousek. Ken went on to graduate from Olivet High School in 1955. On October 27, 1957, he married Carol Kathleen Clarke. Ken worked his entire career as a machinist at Airway Manufacturing in Olivet. He retired after 45 ½ years of faithful service. Ken had a passion for all things outdoors. He loved hunting, fishing, and taking beautiful pictures of wildlife. In his retirement he enjoyed raising white-tailed deer. Ken looked forward to family dinners every Sunday at 1 P.M. and watching Michigan Out-of-Doors every Thursday evening with a big bowl of popcorn in his lap. He also looked forward to drinking coffee with friends around the table.

He is survived by his children, Debra (Steve) Graeve of Littleton, CO, Mark (Rosie) Janousek of Olivet; son-in-law, Joe Costello of Olivet; grandchildren, Lindsay (Chad) Stewart of Marshall, Kendra (Levi) VanSyckle of Marshall, Dan (Jacque) Graeve of Lakewood, CO, Julie Graeve of Lakewood, CO, Lacy (Judah) Smith of Burlington, Alissa (Nick Johnson) Costello of Olivet, Tara Graeve of Littleton, CO, Gino (Macy) Costello of Marshall, and Gabrielle Costello of Olivet; great-grandchildren, Meredith and Griffin Stewart, Jameson Janousek, Brynna VanSyckle, Giana Johnson, Alden Graeve, Addilyn Smith and two more on the way!!; sisters-in-law, Joann Clarke, Rebecca Clarke; lifelong friend, David Hadley; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

The family would like to thank Rebecca’s In-Home Care and Candace Kelly for the exceptional care provided to Ken.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Carol; daughter, Sandi Costello; brothers-in-law, Robert Clarke and Carl Clarke.
Funeral services were held on Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 11 a.m. at the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home. The family received friends on Wednesday at the funeral home. Interment will follow the funeral service at Bosworth Cemetery in Olivet.

Those desiring, may make contributions in Ken’s memory The Olivet High School Trap Shooting Team 255 1st Street, Olivet, MI 49076.

To view Ken’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.burkhead-green-kilgo.com.

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Carl R. Morris

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Carl R. Morris, a man who enjoyed his family and the outdoors, passed away March 6, 2024. Carl, 93, was born on September 8, 1930 in Grand Ledge, Michigan to Raymond and Sylvia (Greenfield) Morris. He graduated from Grand Ledge High School in 1949, and married Joan Hayes on November 25, 1950, in Grand Ledge. Carl’s career entailed working for 30 years at Oldsmobile in Lansing, Michigan, and farming his whole life. He enjoyed fishing, archery, hunting, traveling with his family, reading, and building full scale boats and model boats.

Carl is survived by his loving wife, Joan; his children, Brenda Morris, Randy Morris, Tim Morris and David (Loretta) Morris; three grandchildren, Amanda Morris, Stacie (Jessie) Morris, and Andrew Morris; five great-grandchildren, Braden, Noah, Hayden, Ashton, Rylie and Austin; siblings, Jonnie (Marge) Morris, Bob (Bonnie) Morris, and Joy (Lloyd) Thomas; and his faithful companion, his dog, Buddy. He was predeceased by his parents, Raymond and Sylvia Morris; and his sister, Jeanne Morris

The funeral service was Monday, March 11, at Pray Funeral Home. The funeral service was webcast so you may watch it from any computer, smartphone, or mobile device that has internet access. Go to www.prayfuneral.com, click on Carl’s tribute, then click on Photos & videos from your computer (or Media from your smartphone).

If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to the National Rifle Association (NRA). Family and friends are encouraged to share remembrances and condolences online in Carl’s Tribute Page at www.prayfuneral.com. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, MI.

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