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Connie S. Shaw

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Connie Sue (Mominee) Shaw, age 67, of Manistique, passed away at her home on May 24, 2021 with her family at her side. She was born in Lansing, Mich., on March 30, 1954, the daughter of Michael James Mominee and Dreama Lee (McQueen) Mominee. She attended school in Eaton Rapids, Mich. graduating with the class of 1972.
Connie spent the greater part of her life in Eaton Rapids and worked as a customer service representative in the insurance business. She moved to Manistique in 2013. She attended the First Baptist Church in Manistique. She loved coaching softball and baseball, and was a big fan of the Dallas Cowboys, Chicago Cubs and MSU Spartans. What she treasured most was spending time with family, especially her kids and grandkids.
She is survived by her mother Dreama Mominee of Manistique; her sons, Tim (Mary) Noble of Manistique, and Troy (Katy) Noble of Phoenix, Ariz.; daughters, Tricia Noble of Manistique, and Megan Shaw of Eaton Rapids, Mich.; her sister Kerri (Derek Smith) Mominee of Warren, Mich.; and 11 grandchildren, Connor, Alex, Joe, Cecilia, Will, Dreama, Amelia, Trevor, Gracelyn, Georgia, and Ava. She is also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
She was preceded in death by her father, Michael “Jim” Mominee, and grandchildren Ryan, Lucia, and Maria.
Visitation will be held at Fausett Family Funeral Homes in Manistique on Tuesday, June 1, 2021, from 2 to 5:00 p.m. with memorial services held at 5 p.m. with the Reverend Dr. Jay Martin officiating. Burial will take place at Lakeview Cemetery on Wednesday, June 2, 2021, at 10:00 a.m.
Memorial contributions in Connie’s name can be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, the Manistique Area Little League at P.O. Box 263, Manistique, MI 49854 or the Manistique Hockey Association at P.O. Box 75, Manistique, MI 49854.
Fausett Family Funeral Homes of Manistique is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be posted on their website at fausettfh.com.

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Joseph M. McNamara

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Joseph Martin McNamara, age 69, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 in Petoskey Mich. He was born on June 30, 1951 in Eaton Rapids, Mich., the sixth of 17 children of Martin and Evelyn (Lancour) McNamara. As a child with many siblings, Joe kept busy with family chores, backyard games of baseball, hikes to Haskell’s Hill, ice skating on the nearby rivers, swamps and rinks, ending many summer days in long games of neighborhood hide and seek. Joe was an active member of the Boy Scouts of America. He graduated from Eaton Rapids High School in 1969, during the Vietnam War era. Joe immediately entered the US Air Force reaching the rank of Sgt E-4, Station Clerk. He served in Europe and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the Air Force Good Conduct Medal. Return to civilian life was not easy for Joe and he spent much of his adult life in adult foster homes where he made many lasting friendships. He enjoyed being out of doors hiking, kayaking with family and riding his bicycle. Joe loved spending time with his family, especially playing cards at the dining room table with his mother. He enjoyed family trips to Beaver Island and many outings with his sister Peg and frequent visits with brothers Gary and Pat.
Joseph was preceded in death by his parents Martin and Evelyn; sister and husband Rhea and Mike Seeley; brothers Lawrence and Vincent; brother and wife Patrick and Carol. He is survived by brothers Gary (Julie), Mitch (Helen), Robert (Tom), Christopher (Nancy), Theodore (Nancy), Steven (Brigid); sisters Lynn (Herb) Blue, Nanette (Gerry) Holden, Kathleen (Mike Green), Peg Wilcox (Julie Nathe), Mary and Susan (Floyd) Baker; sisters-in-law Sue (Lawrence) and JoAnn (Vincent); numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held at Mills Funeral Home, Shelly-Odell Chapel in Eaton Rapids on Monday, May 24, followed by a memorial service, then burial at Rose Hill Cemetery in Eaton Rapids. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the St Vincent DePaul, Eaton Rapids Chapter. To leave online condolences, please visit MillsFuneral.com.

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Matthew Vernon Ellsworth

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Matthew Vernon Ellsworth
28 December 1948 – 26 April 2021
Matt, the youngest of three children born to Doris (Wilson) and John V. Ellsworth, passed away on April 26th in San Antonio, Texas.
Matt grew up on a farm in Delhi Township, attending Dunn School, just across from his house. He graduated from Mason High School in 1967 and earned degrees from Michigan State University in 1971, and Syracuse University. He attended Grovenburg Methodist Church in his youth.
Matt and his wife, Dr. Jill Harrison Ellsworth, co-authored many books in the early 1990s on Internet use in education, marketing, and leisure. (Online search “Matthew V. Ellsworth” to see some.) Matt was also interested in electronics, shortwave radio, both very early and later models of computers, stained glass, and many forms of photography, including stereoscopic.
In addition to Michigan, Matt has called New York, Vermont, and Texas home. He has lived in Texas for the last three decades, including San Marcos where he built his own house, Austin, and San Antonio.
Matt spent over five years in the care of Wanda and Lerome Dixon, of the Austin area. Later, he was appointed a personal guardian, Susanne Deiter, and was cared for by Honest Care and by Holy Savior Hospice of San Antonio. The family is grateful to all who cared for Matt.
Preceding Matthew in death were his parents. He is survived by his brother Daniel J. Ellsworth (Judy) of Eaton Rapids, Mich. and his sister Rose Anne Pool of Stoughton, Wis. (formerly of Mason, Mich.), as well as five nephews, eight grand-nephews and nieces, and many cousins.
Matt’s final resting place is the Fowler Cemetery, Aurelius Township, Ingham County, Michigan. Many of Matt’s relatives rest in this cemetery.
A simple graveside service will be held at the cemetery on Tuesday, June 1st at 11 a.m. (Eastern).
A live memorial service will be streamed online Saturday, June 12th at 10 a.m. (Eastern). Please contact Matt’s nephew John Pool via email at jpool@wisc.edu for information on connecting to this memorial service.
Memorial contributions in memory of Matthew V. Ellsworth can be sent to Robbins United Methodist Church, 6419 Bunker Rd., Eaton Rapids, MI 48827; or Family Eldercare of Austin, 1700 Rutherford Lane, Austin, TX 78754.

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Larry L. Hynes

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Larry Lee Hynes, 85, of Vermontville, died Wednesday, May 12, 2021 in Lansing. Larry was born May 6, 1936 in Clio, Mich., the son of Ward and Charlotte Hynes. He graduated high school before marrying his life-long love, Patsy Jean Lea in 1958. The two started their family and moved to Fairbanks, Alaska, where Larry worked three years on the oil pipeline. Larry and Patsy then returned to Michigan and Larry drove truck for the Eaton County Road Commission from 1977 until his retirement in 2000. In his later years, Larry developed a passion for raising longhorn cattle, which he did on his farm in Vermontville, the Lazy H Ranch.
Larry is survived by his wife, Patsy Hynes; children, Kelly (Gilbert) Williams, Jesse Hynes, and Karen Primm; nine grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his son-in-law, Jeffrey Primm in 2014.
Visitation took place on May 19, 2021 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. A private family funeral service was held, with interment in Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville.
Friends and family are encouraged to share memories of Larry on his tribute page at PrayFuneral.com. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.

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Jeffery L. Garrison

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The world will be a little brighter as Jeff smiles down on us from his new home in Heaven. At age 71, Jeff lost his battle with respiratory illness on Monday, May 10, 2021.
Born to Charles L. Sr. and Joyce E. Garrison on July 6, 1949 in Lansing, Mich. Jeff, the youngest of four sons, was the true definition of a “Free Spirit”. He traveled to Hawaii to visit friends in the late 1970s, fell in love with the islands and really never looked back. Jeff made his home in Honaunau on the big island where he developed lifelong friendships with so many, many people.
Jeff will be so greatly missed by his loving family: brothers, Charles L. Jr. (Sandy) of Charlotte, Thomas R. of Eaton Rapids, James G. (Connie) of Charlotte; nieces and nephews, Shannon David, Todd (Christine) Garrison, Tonya Keith, Christopher (Lynn) Garrison, Rachel (Scott) McLane, Andrea Brown, Cana Garrison; and numerous great-nieces and nephews.
Those desiring to make a memorial contribution in honor of Jeffery may send a check or money order to Hospice of Kona, P.O. Box 4130, Kailua Kona, HI 96745; HospiceofKona.org; or phone (808)324-7700.

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Kevin P. Carpenter

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Mr. Kevin Paul Carpenter, age 67, husband of Cindy Lou Carpenter, and a resident of Columbia, passed away Friday, May 14, 2021 at Maury Regional Medical Center.
A funeral service was held on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at 12 p.m. at Heritage Funeral Home; James Norton officiated. Burial followed in Polk Memorial Gardens. A visitation was held on Monday, May 17, 2021 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Heritage Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.
Born on June 22, 1953 in Lansing, Michigan, Kevin was the son of the late Edward Wall Carpenter and the late Shirley Jean Feier Carpenter. He married Cindy Lou Kikendall on February 9, 1974 and together they had three children. He worked thirty years for General Motors before retiring in 2007. After retirement, he worked for Lowes in Columbia and Walmart in Columbia and Spring Hill. A genuinely good person, Kevin would help anyone who needed it. He was a handyman and craftsman who often enjoyed wood working and fishing. Recently, he loved looking for deer. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who loved spending time with his grandchildren. Kevin was an avid Detroit Lions and Detroit Tigers fan and a member of Riverside United Methodist Church.
In addition to his wife, Cindy Lou of forty-seven years, he is survived by his daughters, Jamie Carpenter (William Thomas “Tom”) King of Columbia, Tenn., Katrina Kay Carpenter (Michael) Kutzleb of N. C.; daughter in law, Crissie Carpenter of Dickson, Tenn.; sister, Lois Carpenter (Rudi) Seman of Lansing, Mich.; grandchildren, Caleb King, Marissa Kutzleb, Landon Carpenter, Maya Kutzleb, Stella Nelson; cousin, Donna (Ronnie) Williams; sister-in-law, Sue Carpenter; nephews, Mark Manojlovic, Shawn Seman; and nieces, Katie Kikendall and Missy Suntken.
Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Marine Lance Cpl. Andrew Carpenter on February 19, 2011 and brother, Lee Carpenter.
Pallbearers were Caleb King, Dan Nelson, Courtney Suntken, Joe Davis, Nick Harmon, and Zachary Kiphart. Honorary pallbearers included: Landon Carpenter, Tom King, Ronnie Williams, Jeff Kiphart, and Josh Davis.
You may share condolences with the family at the Heritage Funeral Home website at TnFunerals.com.

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Dale G. Hose

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Dale George Hose, age 70, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully with his wife by his side Sunday, May 16, 2021. He was born October 3, 1950, in Hastings, the son of Earl and Mildred (Leedy) Hose. Dale graduated from Maple Valley High School in 1969. He went on to proudly serve his country in the United States Navy. On January 19, 1973, he married the love of his life, Judy Ann Simmons, in Nashville. Dale worked for many years as a custodian at the State Forensics Lab. Dale adored his family and was especially fond of spending time together with his grandchildren. In his free time, he enjoyed fishing and creating model cars.
Dale is survived by his wife of 48 years, Judy; sons: Dale A. Hose of Ypsilanti, Josh (Shawn) Hose of Charlotte, Andrew Hose of Decatur, Ind.; grandchildren, Sydney, Joshua, Brayden, Savannah, Aleksander, Sebstain, Korbin, Maddie; and his brother, Dwaine Hose of Grand Rapids.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at 2 p.m. at the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home with John Bailey officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Those desiring, may make contributions in Dale’s memory to the family.
To view Dale’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit burkhead-green-kilgo.com.

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Sheri E. Moore

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Sheri Elaine Moore, of Lansing, a great cook that rarely needed a recipe, died May 17, 2021. Born Sheri Elaine Vivada on April 27, 1945 in Lansing, Mich. to Edward and Betty (Northrup) Vivada, Sheri grew up and lived her entire life in the Lansing area. She married Burle Moore and together they have four children, 14 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. A proud mother and grandma, Sheri was always very good with kids and was the “neighborhood mom” with the house where all the kids would gather. It may have had something to do with her cooking abilities too, since she was always making delicious treats like her famous fudge. With a giving heart, Sheri was always helping others and would go out of her way to make people feel like family. She also enjoyed the outdoors, spending much time in her flower gardens, and the smell of lilacs in the spring.
Sheri is survived by her husband of 59 years, Burle; children, Brandy (Zac) Medler, Robin (Mike) Angell, Brock (Erica) Moore, and Teresa (Buddy) Beck, 14 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and sister, Linda “Midge” Criss. She was predeceased by her parents.
Friends and family are encouraged to share memories of Sheri on her tribute page at PrayFuneral.com. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. A Memorial service will be held at a date to be announced.

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Gary F. Underwood

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Gary Francis Underwood of Charlotte, a Jack of all trades, passed away on May 17, 2021. Gary was born August 21, 1939, the son of Francis and Gladys (Elkins) Underwood. Following graduation from Everett High School, he began working for GM where he worked for 20 years. Gary later worked for GC Services, U-Haul, Bennett Trucking, and Mike Davis Builders, before becoming a self-employed contractor. On October 26, 1979, Gary married the love of his life Janice Norton. He enjoyed country music, being outdoors, fishing, camping, riding motorcycles and working in his barn on special projects. Gary was a man who always saw the good in people and made sure he was there to help anyone in need. He had a strong love of animals, Gary loved all of the dogs that the family had over the years. Enjoying exploring new places and things as well as spending time with his family were some of his favorite things to do.
Gary is survived by his wife, Janice; children, Debi Underwood, Tamara Underwood, Scott Underwood, Andrew (Quinn) Underwood, Brian (Jennifer) Grihorash; grandchildren, Lisa (Sean) Harwood, Crystal (Christian) Schneider, Tim Hough, Lacy (Josh) Saunders, Jon (Heather) Hough, Alexander Medina, Bailey Underwood, Taylor (James) Jacobson, Chase, Brody, Peyton, Lainey Grihorash, Cecelia, Lila, Arlo, Elly Underwood; great-grandchildren, Connor, Gwen Harwood, Zoe, Isabel Schneider, Rosalie, Maverick Hough, Jonathon Trainor Jr.; sister, Maxine Wainwright; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Carol and Keith Rockafellow. He was predeceased by his parents.
Friends are encouraged to support Gary’s family at a Celebration of Life on Saturday, August 21, 2021 at 11 a.m. at the Pray Funeral Home Garden. Visitation will take place one hour prior to the service, from 10 to 11 a.m. Mask, group capacity, and distancing guidelines will be practiced. The family would like to give a special thanks to Island City Assisted Living for their care of Gary over the last couple of years. If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to Alzheimer’s Association or the Eaton Area Humane Society. Friends and family are encouraged to share memories of Gary on his tribute page at PrayFuneral.com. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.

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Barbara D. Spray

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Barbara Dow Spray, 70, a fast friend and servant to all, passed away on May 16, 2021. Barbara was born on May 24, 1950 in St. Louis, Missouri, the daughter of Kenneth and Katharine (Thompson) Moody. Barb loved everyone wholly and taught forgiveness, even though she had endured many hurts and challenges, putting everyone ahead of herself. Her warm and easy ability to chat with and make friends in any setting drew a crowd of friends who became “sisters” and youngsters that became her “kids and grandkids.”
Barb was a paramedic for fifteen years in Missouri and Georgia. Barbara plunged into serving others—first in the AIDs epidemic and then on through the COVID pandemic in recent years. Barb became the “Nanny McPhee” of the nursing profession. Later she became a traveling nurse who took care of both her patients and their families. That took her to Delaware where she became acquainted with, and later married, Dave Spray in 2005.
She moved to Charlotte in 2016 after the passing of her husband, Dave Spray, to be closer to her family. Barbara jumped into her volunteer mode after arriving in town, becoming an active volunteer at the Eaton Area Senior Center and Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital, now known as Sparrow Eaton Hospital.
Barb gathered a new group of great friends that included the “Cardettes,” a group that enjoyed trips to the nearest craft stores for card making supplies, finding a new place to eat, or anything else they could do together with lots of fun and laughter. She was also known for coordinating fun adventures such as ballooning, car tours, train rides and other things on the bucket list of hers and her friends. At home she loved the view of the woods from her apartment, even becoming “friends” with the deer, squirrels, turkeys, and raccoons who would come up to her deck and peek in the windows.
Barbara is survived by two daughters, Becky (Jerry) Pottruff of Fife Lake, Mich. and Katharine (Howard) Libs of Huntingtown, Md.; siblings Ken Moody of Overland Park, Kan., and Paul (Jane) Moody of Quincy, Ill.; nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild; lifelong friend Diane King and many other “sisters”. She was predeceased by her husband, Dave; her parents; and her sister-in-law, Sheila.
Friends and family are encouraged to share memories of Barbara on her tribute page at PrayFuneral.com. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. A Memorial service will be conducted by Pray Funeral Home held at the Eaton Area Senior Center on a date to be announced.

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