Obituaries
Arthur Scott Badgley
Arthur Scott Badgley, age 57 from Charlotte passed away on September 8, 2023. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Inc.
Kenneth Lee Briggs
Kenneth Lee Briggs, age 84, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 15, 2023. He was born December 31, 1938, in Chester Township, the son of Elon and DonnaBelle (Blood) Briggs. Ken graduated from Charlotte High School with the Class of 1957. After high school, Ken was in the very first graduating class at Lansing Community College where he obtained his Associates Degree. On April 16, 1960, he married Anita Jean Brown at the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church. Ken worked the majority of his life as a draftsman and later supervisor for the Michigan Department of Transportation, although his true passion and love was always farming. He was an extremely talented woodworker and made many clocks and family heirlooms throughout his life. If he wasn’t in the fields or working with wood, he was in the woods hunting or on the water fishing. Both he and Anita traveled throughout all of North America in their Airstream Travel Trailer for 37 years. They cherished the many friends they were able to make along the way. Family was of the utmost importance to Ken. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend.
Ken is survived by his wife of 63 years, Anita; daughters, Deb White of Charlotte, Cyndi (Skip) Collins of Charlotte; grandchildren, Curtis (Veronica) White, Nick (fiancé Mackenzie Huffman) White, Casee Gill (Nick Kepp), Mike (Alex) Gill; great-grandchildren, Briggs Gill, Arlo Gill, Matilda Gill, Wavelyn Kepp; brothers, Carroll (Marilyn) Briggs, Glen (Pat) Briggs; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
A graveside service was held on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, at the Gresham Cemetery with Chad Rogers officiating. A luncheon will follow at the Gresham United Methodist Church.
Those desiring may make contributions in Ken’s memory to the Gresham United Methodist Church 5055 Mulliken Road, Charlotte, MI 48813.
To view Ken’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.
Joyce Elaine Phillips
Joyce Elaine Phillips, TV junkie and voracious book reader, rolled out during the credits of her favorite soap opera on September 17, 2023. Born Joyce Elaine Bouchard on June 19, 1943, in Hastings to Euclid “Frenchy” and Margaret (Lowell) Bouchard, Joyce grew up cherishing the importance of family. A very loving, caring person, Joyce became a Pediatric Nurse, working at Willis Knighton Medical Center in Shreveport, LA until her retirement in 2004. Doing things for others and providing them with gifts of her embroidery gave Joyce great pleasure, and she also enjoyed listening to Hank Williams and playing BINGO on Thursdays with her American Legion BINGO family. The Young and the Restless was her favorite show, she watched every episode from the day it came on until her final breath. She would often watch TV and read books at the same time.
Joyce’s family will miss the best mom and grandma they could imagine. She is survived by her children, James Moccardine Jr. and Michelle (Michael) Corrie, Richard and Carol Phillips and family, Allen and Julie Phillips and family, Neal Phillips and family; grandchildren, Kimberly Snyder and family, Christina Balser and family, Chastity Balser and family, Alicia Phillips and family, and Allen Dale Phillips II and family; and many great-grandchildren from A to Z. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Lloyd Phillips; grandson, Luke Jewell; and brother, Don Bouchard.
Friends are encouraged to support Joyce’s family by sharing memories on her Tribute Page at www.prayfuneral.com. A Life Celebration is being planned by the family for a later date. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.
Rose Marie Brundage
Rose Marie Brundage, age 85, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 7, 2023. She was born July 28, 1938, in Charlotte, the daughter of Roy and Mary (Mitchell) White. On May 25, 1958, she married Bruce Brundage at the United Brethren Church in Charlotte. Rose was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. She served as a piano player and youth leader for many years at the United Brethren Church. She also enjoyed crafting, shopping, and maintaining a beautiful lawn at her home. Rose was a tremendous homemaker and would help her husband in any way she could around the farm.
Rose is survived by her husband of 65 years, Bruce; sons, Wayne (Verna) Brundage of Charlotte, Eric (Melinda) Brundage of Delton, Neil (Leslie Ward) Brundage of Charlotte; 10 grandchildren; and 13 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Betty (Jim) Scott, Gloria (Bob) Albu, and Robert White.
Funeral services were held on Monday, September 11, 2023, at 11 a.m. at the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home with Pastor Ricky Hull officiating. The family received friends on Sunday from at the funeral home. Burial has taken place at Maple Hill Cemetery.
Those desiring may make contributions in Rose’s memory to Eaton Community Palliative Care, 2675 S. Cochran Rd., Charlotte, MI 48813.
To view Rose’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.burkhead-green-kilgo.com.
Roger Charles Hosey
Roger Charles Hosey passed away on September 2, 2023, after a sudden and unexpected illness. He was born on January 18, 1961, to Roger Dale and Kathleen (Ballard) Hosey.
Roger, also known as Chuck or Chuckie to friends and family, had a big heart and was quick to help friends and family in need. His advice and assistance will be missed by many.
Roger had a gregarious nature and a lot of family and friends with whom he enjoyed spending time. He loved to tell stories (some would say “tall tales”). He enjoyed outdoor activities such as fishing, hunting, and trail riding on ATVs. He valued the peace and quiet of nature so much that he built himself a shack in the woods to “get away from it all.”
Roger was a man of many talents. His knowledge and skills in construction kept him busy with many home maintenance, renovation and building projects, including several trips out-of-state to rebuild after natural disasters such as hurricanes. He took great pride in the precision and craftsmanship of his work. Likewise, his skill as a mechanic kept many vehicles on the road when repairs elsewhere may have been too expensive.
Roger’s pride and joy, however, were his boys, Kolten Hosey and Dalton Hosey. He was beyond proud that they have grown into the respectful, responsible, helpful and hard-working young men that they are.
Roger is survived by his wife, Debora Goodner; his sons, Kolten and Dalton; his sister and brother-in-law, Rae and Jeff Murphy; nieces, Kathryn Murphy (and her husband Dan Rasey), Cassady Brege (Andrew Brege) and Aubrey Vandemark (Tyler Vandemark); step-children, Sara Clark, Tori Clark, and Michael Clark; seven step-grandchildren and four great nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life memorial will be held on Saturday, September 23, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. at the Kalamo Township Hall.