Eli Rhoades

Celebrating 3 Years
Since May 13, 2018

Happy 3rd Birthday- Thomas the Train Theme

Happy 3rd Birthday, Eli!
We love you!
Mommy, Daddy, Mia, Mocha, Millie and all your family

Jean Bradfield

Celebrating 80 Years
Since August 24, 2018

On August 24th, the family of Jean Bradfield would like to wish her the happiest of birthdays on this, her 80th birthday. Please join us in celebrating this kind and gentle lady. A card shower in her honor would be appreciated. Send your birthday wishes to: 301 Sleeper, Charlotte, Michigan 48813.

Joyce Lynch

Celebrating 90 Years
Since September 1, 1928

Card Party

Please wish Joyce Lynch a happy 90th birthday with a card party! After over 50 years in Charlotte Joyce has moved to Independence Village, 4775 Village Drive, Apt. #247, Grand Ledge, MI 48837

Eli Rhoades

Celebrating 4 Years
Since May 13, 2019

His party theme is pizza, if that could be coordinated in the announcement.

Happy 4th Birthday, Eli!

We love you!
Mommy, Daddy, Mia, Mocha, Millie and all of your family!

Barbara Oliver

Celebrating 90 Years
Since November 20, 2019

In honor of our mother's 90th birthday.

Please join in the celebration with a “Birthday Card” party.
Barbara Oliver
501 King St. #211
Eaton Rapids MI 48827

James "Bud" Haley

Celebrating 98 Years
Since January 10, 2020

We’re not horsing around, our dad will be 98 years old January 10! He’s a WWII vet and one of the best guy around! He still enjoys getting mail, his address is 1507 Kyle St. Room 204, Eaton Rapids Mi. 48827.. Happy Birthday Dad, Grandpa, Grandpa Great and Grandpa Great Great! We Love You!

Jerry, Dick, Nancy, Kris and all the rest of your family

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Duane E. Wolfe, age 82, of Charlotte passed away Sunday, May 3, 2020, at Golden Days AFC with his family by his side. He was born August 10, 1937 in Kellersburg, Penn., the son of Donald and Hilda (Hetrick) Wolfe. Duane graduated from Red Bank Valley High School in Pennsylvania. Duane was a tremendous husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. He was a hard worker his entire life. Duane began working at the age of seven while his father was away serving in WWII. Duane wore many different hats during his life. He was a farmer, accountant, grave digger and union steward. Duane worked over 33 years at Owens-Illinois, first in Pennsylvania and then transferred to Charlotte. He was a huge proponent of buying glass and never plastic products. After his retirement, he went to work at Adessa Auto Auction. He worked there for over 20 years until he experienced a stroke earlier this year. Duane was a very good listener and was never quick to offer advice; although if you asked him what he thought he would not hold back. Duane had a passion for Oldsmobile cars. In his mind there was no other car worth driving. He was a “made in America” type of man. He tried to support his country in any way possible and did not like imported goods. Duane enjoyed all sports but was especially fond of the Detroit Tigers, Pittsburg Steelers and Penn State University. He also enjoyed taking vacations, camping, flea markets, antiques and attending auctions. The family would like to especially thank the staff at Golden Days AFC for the loving care they provided Duane during his time there.

Duane is survived by the love of his life, Mary; children: Judy (Richard) Parish of Eaton Rapids, Joyce (Rocky) Good of Kentwood, Daniel Wolfe of Nashville, Brenda (Steve Palacios) Swanson of Charlotte, Blane (Deb) White of Vermontville, Jackie (Jim Shattuck) of Fowlerville, Judi (David) Lemon of Potterville; 19 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; and several great-great-grandchildren. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Deborah Vega; grandson, Ryan Lopez; and brother, Malcolm Wolfe.

A private funeral service was held. Interment took place at Gresham Cemetery. Those desiring, may make contributions in Duane’s honor to the charity of one’s choice. To view Duane’s obituary online, or to leave a condolence for the family, visit burkhead-greenfuneralhome.com.

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Michelle Anne Smith, age 52, of Charlotte passed away peacefully April 22, 2020, at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. She was born November 16, 1967, in Lansing, the daughter of Herald and Lila (Shumaker) Ryan. Michelle graduated from Charlotte High School in 1986. On April 25, 1992 she married Kevin Smith in Lansing. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Michelle loved her family and cherished each and every moment they were able to spend together. She worked as a waitress for many years at the Eaton Place Restaurant in Charlotte. Michelle loved her job and all the friendships that she made while working. Michelle loved all animals, reading Danielle Steel books, collecting Tweety Bird memorabilia and salt and pepper shakers.

Michelle is survived by her husband of nearly 28 years, Kevin; children: Charlie-Jo (Reymundo) Sauceda of Charlotte, Nicole (Charles) Bryner of Charlotte, Tyler Smith of Charlotte; grandchildren: Lila Rose Sauceda, Oliver Bryner, Lewis Bryner and Liana Sauceda; special parents, Veronica (Loy) Nash of Charlotte; sister, Rosanna (Robert) Freeman of Potterville; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents. 

In keeping with Michelle’s wishes, cremation has taken place, and a memorial service will be held at a later date. Those desiring may make contributions to the family. To view Michelle’s obituary online, or to leave a condolence for the family, visit burkhead-greenfuneralhome.com. The family is being served by the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home in Charlotte.

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Thomas Eugene Mahar, age 89, of Lake Leelanau passed away Saturday, April 25, 2020 at Medilodge of Traverse City with his loving family by his side.

Thomas was born April 26, 1930 in Hastings, to Michael and Nora (Spencer) Mahar. On October 18, 1952 in Nashville, Mich., he married Patsy Jean (Firestone) Mahar, who preceded him in death on February 14, 2006.

Tom honorably served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. Over the years, he often spoke highly of his time at sea; the challenges he experienced, the people he met and all the places he visited while on board the USS Hyman. While in the U.S. Navy, he obtained his initial electronics training where he advanced to become an electrical engineer. He loved spending time with his family, playing cards and playing solitaire on the computer. His hobbies were designing, building, tinkering with and repairing things. He was a long-time member of St. Mary’s Parish of Lake Leelanau where he served as eucharistic minister and lector. Before moving to Lake Leelanau, he was a member of St. Cyril Church in Nashville. Tom served his community as commander of the Little Finger VFW Post 7731 of Lake Leelanau and was also the financial secretary of the Knights of Columbus for many years.

Tom is survived by his six children, Kathryn Lea (Bill) Smith of Farmington Hills, Marilyn Ann (Curtis) Crow of Traverse City, Annette Marie (David) Andres of Traverse City, Patrick Aaron Mahar of Traverse City, Karen Louise (Derek) Botfield of Portage, and Matthew Scott (Ashley) Mahar of Clarksville, Tenn.; a half-brother Joseph Mahar of Alloway, NJ; a half-sister, Magdalen Joppie of Hastings; 14 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Bernard and Robert; sister, Martha Stamm; daughter, Barbara Jean; son, Thomas Allen; daughter-in-law, Carol Mahar; grandson, Michael Mahar; and great grandson, Devin Cowan.

A celebration of Tom’s life and graveside service will take place at a later date to be determined. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to St. Mary of the Assumption Church, PO Box 340 Lake Leelanau MI 49653. Memorials may also be directed to Hospice of Michigan, 10850 East Traverse Highway, Traverse City MI 49684. Share condolences and memories with Thomas’ family at martinson.info. Arrangements are with the Martinson Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Leelanau.

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Phyllis Ellen Haines, age 99 — a loving wife, mother and grandmother — died peacefully on Friday, April 17, 2020 surrounded by her family in Hastings. Phyllis was born November 30, 1920 in Vermontville, the daughter of the late William Hamilton and Leta Gale (Green) Northrup. She graduated from Vermontville High School before attending Melba School of Cosmetology in Lansing. She married Merle Haines in Angola, Ind. on December 3, 1938. They lived briefly in Charlotte and Albion until Merle was called to serve in WWII. After the war, they relocated to Vermontville where she owned her own beauty shop. The two moved to Hastings, where they raised their family, and Phyllis went to work as a cashier at Felpausch grocery store. She earned National Cashier of the Year and eventually worked her way into corporate headquarters as the company treasurer. Following her time in the grocery business, she went to work as the city treasurer of Hastings in the mid-1960s, retiring in 1980. Above all, Phyllis was most proud of nearly 63 years of happy marriage to Merle, and her family.

Phyllis is survived by her five sons, William C. (Carolyn) Haines of Holt, Merle Bradley Haines of Hastings, Mark Alan (Turid) Haines of Fanrem, Norway, John Charles (Diane) Haines of Hastings, and Peter Jeffrey (Ronnie) Haines of Spring Lake; 14 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and sister, Barbara Harrison of Lake Wales, Fla. She was predeceased by her husband, Merle L. Haines in 2001; sister, Kathryn Bartholomew in 2006; daughter-in-law, Kathryn Haines in 2019; and brother-in-law, Les Harrison in 2019.

Phyllis and Merle will be joined together and buried at Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville and a memorial service will take place once travel restrictions are lifted. If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to United Way/ Fresh Food Initiatives. Friends and family are encouraged to share memories of Phyllis on her tribute page at prayfuneral.com. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte.