Obituaries
Allan J. Clarke
Allan J. Clarke of Eaton Rapids, MI passed away on Sunday, October 9, 2022, at the age of 88. Allan was born on May 26, 1934, in Eaton Rapids, MI the oldest of seven children born to Laurence and Velma (Harsey) Clarke. He was raised in Eaton Rapids where he graduated high school class of 1952. Allan was drafted into the military in 1956 and proudly served in the United States Army where he was stationed in Germany after WWII. He worked for Diamond Reo for a short period before taking a job with General Motors where he retired as a semi truck driver after 42 years. He loved camping and made several trips with his family throughout Michigan and across the United States. Allan was always a hard worker and enjoyed helping his son, Jim on the farm where he would deliver product to the local elevator.
Allan is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Marcia Clarke; and siblings, Dean Clarke, Don Clarke and Marie Florian.
Surviving are his sons, Robert (Linda) Clarke, James (Tamra) Clarke; daughter, Christie (Mike) Cooley; 12 grandchildren; several great grandchildren; brothers, Gary (Ruth) Clarke, Morris Clarke, Maynard Clarke; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, October 17, 2022, at Rosehill Cemetery in Eaton Rapids, MI. For those desiring memorial contributions may be made to Eaton County Meals on Wheels in memory of Allan. To share memories or leave condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com.
Lyle Russell Lawrence
Lyle Russell Lawrence of Eaton Rapids, MI went to be with his Lord and Savior on October 8, 2022, at the age of 84. Lyle was born on August 1, 1938, in Charlotte, MI the son of Russell and Leona (Jackson) Lawrence. He was raised on the family farm in Olivet where he attended high school and graduated class of 1956. Lyle worked for the VFW Home in Eaton Rapids where he chauffeured and maintained the grounds, all while continuing to farm on the side. Eventually, Lyle was able to buy his own farm on Houston Road in Eaton Rapids where he farmed and hauled agricultural lime for over 50 years. He was a devout Christian and longtime member of the Charlotte Seventh Day Adventist Church. Lyle always worked hard to provide for his family and was happiest when he was outside working the land.
Surviving is his wife, Donna (Crabtree) Lawrence; daughter, Kathleen Lawrence; sons, William (Kayla) Lawrence, Robert (Tamara) Lawrence; son-in-law, Scott Blackmer; grandchildren, Russell, Beth, Ben, Taylor, Dennis, Alan, Alyssa, Alyna, Jody, Justin, Tiffany; and several great grandchildren, niece, and nephew.
Lyle is preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Alyce Blackmer; and brother, Leonard Lawrence.
Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 13, 2022, at Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. For those desiring memorial contributions may be made to the Charlotte Seventh Day Adventist Church in memory of Lyle. To share memories or leave condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com.
Sally Kay Wolf
Sally Kay Wolf, age 70, of Homer, Michigan, passed away on October 1, 2022. Sally was born on October 19, 1951. A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 8, 2022, at Vickers Springport Funeral Home located at 121 Pearl Street in Springport, Michigan. Visitation will begin at 2:00 p.m. prior to the service. A private graveside service will be held at Clarence Township Cemetery following the service. All are invited to a gathering at Duck Lake Tavern following the burial. Arrangements entrusted to Vickers Springport Funeral Home, P.O. Box 235, Springport, MI 49284. 517-857-4848.
Gareth “Gary” Gordon Richardson
Gareth “Gary” Gordon Richardson of Eaton Rapids, MI passed away on October 2, 2022, at the age of 81. Gary was born on August 28, 1941, in Lansing, MI the son of Gordon and Lyn-Nette (Cranson) Richardson. He was a graduate of Eaton Rapids High School class of 1959. Gary worked for General Motors as a supervisor in experimental engineering retiring after 39 years. Gary loved to ride his Harley Davidson Motorcycles and was an avid hunter and reader. In retirement, he and his wife, Paige enjoyed making numerous trips out west. Above all Gary was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather who adored his grandchildren and the time he spent with them.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Paige (Hasty) Richardson; sons, Nick (Julie) Richardson, Patrick (Malissa) Richardson, Gregg (Meredith Ayers) Richardson; grandchildren, Samantha Richardson, Gregg Richardson, Connor Richardson, Brendan Richardson, Chloe Ayers; great grandchild, Bensyn Seume; brothers, Bruce Richardson, Mitch (Judy) Richardson; sister, Carolyn Richardson; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Gary will be laid to rest at a private graveside service at Plains Cemetery. The family will host a memorial reception and luncheon on Saturday, October 22, 2022, at Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids Chapel starting at noon. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice House of Mid-Michigan or a charity of your choice in memory of Gary. To share memories or leave condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHomes.com.
Kathleen Hendrickson
Kathleen Sue Hendrickson of Eaton Rapids, MI passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 29, 2022, at the age of 69. Kathy was born on November 8, 1952, in Newport, Rhode Island, the daughter of Stanley and Elaine (Zimmerman) Krawczyk. She moved with her family often as a child, eventually graduating from high school in Los Angeles, CA. Kathy started working in nursing homes at the age of 16, first as a Nurse’s Aide, then a Licensed Practical Nurse and eventually received her degree as a Registered Nurse. She worked as the Director of Nursing and then as a Nursing Consultant for several nursing homes. Kathy loved collecting antiques and enjoyed the treasure hunt of a local yard sale. She loved her reality shows, especially the Real Housewives franchise. She got her sister, Diane hooked on the Below Deck series and the two of them always discussed the show the day after they were shown. She loved her family and enjoyed the time she spent with her grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her husband, David Hendrickson; mother, Elaine Krawczyk; daughter, Stacy Hildner; son, Sean VanKranenburg; brother, Stanley Krawczyk; and aunt, Lorelyn Adams.
Surviving is her father, Stanley Krawczyk; sister, Diane (Craig) Galloway; grandchildren, Derek (Kayla) Krawczyk, Ariella VanKranenburg; great-grandchildren, Derrick and Wren Krawczyk; stepsiblings, Linda Brockway, Kevin Woodley, Diane Woodley; niece, Deanna (John) Cornell; nephew, Robert (Amanda) Young; and numerous other nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Kathy was someone who was very set in her ways (she really hated modern technology). She had a great smile and was a loving and caring person who will be missed more than words can say.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation. To share memories or leave condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHomes.com.