Anne Barstow

Anne Barstow of Eaton Rapids, passed away April 27, 2024 at the age of 92. She was born on February 2, 1932, in Galesburg, IL, the daughter of Herman and Zelda (George) Holscher. She married Merle Barstow in 1949. They moved from Galesburg, IL, to Angola, IN, then to Eaton Rapids.

Anne was a loving wife and mother, as well as an artist, who enjoyed painting as a hobby. She also had a 25-year career at Dart Container Corporation, where she was the Director of the company’s Commercial Art Department.

She enjoyed her family above all and had many close friends. Her home was warm and welcoming, and there was not a person that could not fall in love with Anne. She was the kindest of people.

Preceding her in death is her husband of 53 years, Merle and her daughter, Diana, and her brother Herman Joseph Holscher.
Anne is survived by her daughters and sons, Susan (Bill) Taylor, Jane Barstow-Boettcher, Nancy Barstow, James Barstow, Daniel (Stacie) Barstow, Ben (Dawn) Barstow, and Matthew Barstow.

Anne was blessed with 19 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.

The family would like to give special thanks to the staff at Country Acres and Hospice of Lansing for the wonderful care given to Anne during her stay there.

Friends are encouraged to support Anne’s family by attending services or sharing memories on her Tribute Page at www.prayfuneral.com. Visitation was on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Funeral services were on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Pastor John Bailey officiating. Interment will take place in Maple Hill Cemetery. If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to Hospice of Lansing at www.hospiceoflansing.org. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.