Obituaries
Mary Harvey
Mary June Harvey, age 99, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully into the arms of her Savior on Tuesday, September 20, 2022. She was born October 9, 1922, in Marlow, Oklahoma the daughter of Junia and Laura Dell (Philbrook) Stevenson. Mary graduated from Enid High School in Enid, Oklahoma in 1940. Soon after graduating she enrolled at the Enid Business College. It was there that she met the love of her life, Max Harvey. They were married on January 5, 1942. Mary was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a member of the First Congregational Church, Order of the Eastern Star, Blanche Moyer Circle, and the Charlotte Country Club. While in the Eastern Star, Mary held every office including Worthy Matron. Bowling and golfing were two hobbies she greatly enjoyed.
Mary is survived by her children: Michael (Linda) Harvey of Wacousta, Cindy (Tim) Francis of Charlotte, Susan (Dennis) Barnett of Charlotte, Richard (Nancy) Harvey of Charlotte; nine grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Max in 2003; three sisters; one brother; and granddaughter, Lindsay Nakfoor.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 28, 2022, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Jody Betten officiating. Burial immediately following at Maple Hill Cemetery.
Those desiring may make contributions in Mary’s memory to the First Congregational Church, 106 S. Bostwick St., Charlotte, MI 48813 or St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital www.stjude.org.
To view Mary’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.burkhead-green-kilgo.com.
Steven Cochran
Steven John Cochran ended his journey on September 16, 2022, in the comfort of his home and loved ones both human and animal. He was born in Allegan, Michigan on July 4, 1968, to Doris Ann Smith and James Lee Cochran. His life was not an easy one, but he made the best of it with his wicked sense of humor. Steve’s favorite pastime was hunting. To him, opening day was better than Christmas. Steve had the biggest heart. To him, no one was a stranger just a friend he had not met yet. He was always willing to befriend stray animals and people. He had many adventures in Allegan with his sister from another mister, Sue Revor and his brother from another mother, Todd Beardsley and his family, Jodie, Logan and Austin. On October 10, 2015, he married Sherrie Armstrong and joined a ready-made family with two sons, Ian and Kyle Wilson in Charlotte. He became a father to them and loved them like his own children. A few years later, he was blessed with a wonderful daughter-in-law, Alanna Peterson and two beautiful grandchildren. Layela and Lorelei. Both girls had “Papa Steve” wrapped around their fingers and they were the light of his life.
Steven was preceded in death by his mother and father, his best dogs, Savage, Buzz and Coda. Surviving is his wife, Sherrie; sons, Ian and Kyle (Alanna) and granddaughters, Layela and Lorelei; his second mother, Hope Cochran; sister, Bonnie Kronemyer (Doug); brother, Mike Cochran (Rhonda) and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He is also survived by his very special friends, Susan Revor, Todd Beardsley (Jodie, Logan and Austin), Bob Converse (Michaelle), Rex and Deb Todd, and his family at Rose Pest Solutions.
A Celebration of Life and a luncheon will be held on October 1, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. at the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie and Auxiliary #3552 at 116 Lansing Street, Charlotte, MI. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your local animal shelter in Steve’s name.
Mark S. Johnson
Mark Steven Johnson, 65, of Charlotte MI passed away September 7, 2022. Mark was born January 23, 1957, in Lansing Michigan.
Survived by, parents Marilyn (Duane) Phillips, Lyle (Jacqueline) Johnson, daughter Megan M. Puma, and grandson Gavin Puma, sister Beth (David) Ziegler. Memorial will be held in honor of Mark on September 27th, 2022, at 1:00 p.m., Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home DeWitt Michigan.
Warren Penix
Warren I. Penix “Skip” passed away on September 20, 2022. He was born on June 19, 1946. Funeral Service will be held on September 26, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte..
John McLane
John Mark McLane, age 63, of Charlotte, passed away at his home. He was born July 28, 1959, in Charlotte the son of Carroll and Elberta (Luce) McLane. John graduated from Charlotte High School with the Class of 1977. John was an outdoorsman in the truest sense of the word. He loved hunting, fishing, and off-roading. He also enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson and was an avid gun collector. John will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
John is survived by his sister, Mary (Tom) Lobdell of St. Louis, Michigan, and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers.
A graveside service was held on Saturday, September 10, 2022, at West Carmel Cemetery with Pastor Todd McLane officiating.
Those desiring may make contributions in John’s memory to Faith Assembly of God, 9600 S. Cochran Road, Olivet, MI 49076.
To view John’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.