Harold F. Badgley


Harold Franklin “Frank” Badgley III of Potterville, went home to be with his savior Jesus on December 25, 2020 at the age of 61. Frank was born in Lansing, September 28, 1959, the son of Harold Badgley Jr. and Barbara (Doty). He was a 1977 graduate of Potterville High School. Shortly after graduation, he enlisted and served with the U.S. Navy. Frank was kind, caring, a good listener and was quick to laugh. He took every opportunity to enjoy life and the people around him. He exuded integrity and was loyal to those he loved, and he was loved by many. Frank liked to cook, collect knives, collect depression glass, and greatly enjoyed helping people. 
Harold is survived by his mother, Barbara Howlett; son, Timothy Badgley of Potterville; sisters, Brenda (Cor) Toncray, Beth Schaefer; brothers, Jeffrey (Judy) Badgley, Monte (Susie) Ferris, Stanford (Tina) Ferris, Brian (Kellie) Badgley, Larry (Crista) Badgley; several nieces and nephews; and very special friends, Jim and Carla Milbourn. He was preceded in death by his father; sister, Esta Anderson; brothers, Dale and Alex Ferris; step-father, Bryan Howlett.    
Memorial services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements were entrusted to the Mills Funeral Home, Shelly-Odell Chapel in Eaton Rapids. Please visit their website to place online condolences at millsfuneral.com.