Obituaries
Sheila Brown
Sheila K. Brown, age 79, of Olivet, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 10, 2022, at Ascension Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo. She was born September 1, 1942, in Mason, Michigan the daughter of Earl and Hope (Knoxson) Hoag. Sheila graduated from Olivet High School in 1961. On May 18, 1978, she married Harold Dean Brown at the First Congregational Church in Charlotte. Sheila was a marvelous seamstress and loved to sew. She created many lovely dresses for her granddaughters and quilts for each and every one of the grandchildren. She also enjoyed spending time in her flower gardens. Sheila loved all flowers but daisies were her absolute favorite. Sheila treasured the trips she and Dean made out west. They loved the western United States and enjoyed hunting for American Indian Pictographs. She was also an avid collector of turquois jewelry.
Sheila is survived by her husband of 44 years, Dean; children, Teri (James) Trudeau of Olivet, Shirley (Peter) DeMaras of Marathon, Florida, Dawn (Joe) Copeland of Charlotte, Gary (Jeff) Brown of St. Clair Shores, Amy (Scott) Ramage of Olivet; nine grandhchildren; 14 great grandchildren; siblings: Earl (Kathy) Hoag of Olivet, Dale (Sue) Hoag of North Carolina, and Lynn Barrows of Florida.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and special Aunt and Uncle, Ron and Rooney Pierce.
In keeping with Sheila’s wishes, cremation has taken place and no services will be held.
Those desiring may make contributions in Sheila’s memory to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Research.
To view Sheila’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.burkhead-green-kilgo.com.
Posted by Design | June 16, 2022
Michael Morris
Michael Robert Morris, 68, of Battle Creek, passed away on June 8, 2022, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on December 11, 1953, to Robert Morris and Georgetta Waldren Morris Samann, in Lansing, MI. He was a graduate of Charlotte High school, class of 1972. Michael worked for Spartan Motors for 28 years. On March 12, 1976, he married Annette (Rugg) Morris. Michael and Annette lived in Battle Creek, Michigan.
Michael loved hunting, fishing, and spending time on his pontoon boat. He devoted a lot of his time to his grandchildren. They were his world. He was jokester and was a jack of all trades. He was a well-known man and will be greatly missed by all that he encountered.
Michael is survived by his loving partner of 48 years, Annette Morris; daughter, Rebecca (Bobby) Thompson of Charlotte, MI; daughter-in-law, Brandy Morris; sister, Brenda Morris; brother, Andy Samann; grandchildren, Noah, Kaylie, Brenden, Kye, Christopher, Melinda, Mattie, Anthony, Seth, and many adopted children; great-grandchildren Aurora, Maiah, Maximus, Mathias; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by two sets of parents, and his son, Robert Lee Morris.
Funeral services were held on Monday, June 13, 2022, at the Kempf Family Funeral and Cremation Services, Marshall, Michigan, with Chuck Jenson, officiating.
Memorials are suggested to the family. Online condolences can be given at www.kempffuneralhome.com
Posted by Design | June 16, 2022
IvaJean Wilmore
IvaJean Wilmore, age 95, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 15, 2022, into the loving arms of her Savior. She was born October 7, 1926, in Olivet, the daughter of Parley and R. May (Powers) Maurer. On May 1, 1946, she married Loren Jay Wilmore. Loren and IvaJean worked together on their Lor-Jean Farm where they were well known for their registered Holsteins. After the dispersal of their herd, they continued crop farming. IvaJean was an accomplished seamstress, cook, and had many activities that she participated in. She was a member of the Gresham United Methodist Church and spent many years serving on the Pastor-Parish Committee. IvaJean spent countless hours as an active participant at MSU Extension, MMPA, and DHIA just to name a few.
IvaJean is survived by her daughters, Charlene (Tim) Finegan of Whitehouse Station, New Jersey, Lorraine (Dave) Green of Charlotte; grandchildren, Heather Finegan Cosimano, Eric (Jessica) Green, Jennifer Green Fox, Ryan Finegan; great-grandchildren, Abigail (Connor) Green Sturr, Tyler Fox, Nicholas Cosimano, Leo Cosimano, Sophia Green, Sabina Green; brother-in-law, Fred Holcomb; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Loren; brothers, Harold and Howard Maurer.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 20, 2022, at 11 A.M. at the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home with Pastor Kathy Smith officiating. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2 P.M. to 4 P.M. and 6 P.M. to 8 P.M. at the funeral home and one hour prior to the service on Monday. Burial will take place at the Gresham Cemetery.
Those desiring, may make contributions in IvaJean’s memory to the Gresham United Methodist Church or The Lighthouse Guild (who assists people with macular degeneration and the visually impaired) 250 W. 64th St., New York, NY 10023.
To view IvaJean’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.burkhead-green-kilgo.com
Posted by Design | June 16, 2022
Donna Royston
Donna Jean Royston, age 73, of Olivet, Michigan passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, June 7, 2022. Donna was born to Donald and Ila (Lightner) Royston on October 2, 1948, in Charlotte, Michigan. She spent her growing-up years in Charlotte and graduated with the class of ’67 from Charlotte High School.
Donna found employment in public service. She worked many jobs over the years serving the public from McDonald’s to K-Mart and numerous other places. Donna was known for her baking! She loved making baked goods from scratch and would give her baked goods away to friends and family for them to enjoy. And enjoy them they did! Donna spent almost 30 years living in Bradenton, Florida. In her spare time, you could find her either at the Red Barn Flea Market or at the beach. Donna loved the ocean and spent much time at the beach searching for seashells, watching the sunset, or else just hanging out enjoying the sun and the sand. Most of all, Donna loved her family. Each one was special to her. Our mother, grandma, sister, and aunt will be deeply missed.
Donna is survived by her children; daughter, Wendy (Kevin) Converse of Athens, MI, and her son, Todd Thompson of Albion, MI; grandchildren, Kaitlyn Converse, Aaron Converse, and Willow Thompson; brothers, Lyle (Rose) Royston, Ricky (Robin) Royston; nieces and nephews, Pam Stone, Andrew Royston, Sam Royston, Alecia Royston, and Erica Martin.
Donna was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Ila Royston; and her nieces, Shannon Royston and Sally Bowles.
Those desiring may make contributions in Donna’s memory either to The Capital Area Humane Society online at www.cahs-lansing.org or to her family to help with final expenses.
Following Donna’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a memorial luncheon will be held at a later date.
The family is being served by the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home.
Posted by Design | June 16, 2022
Richard Ream
Richard Allen Ream of Eaton Rapids, passed away June 13, 2022, at the age of 74. Richard was born in Lansing, MI, October 5, 1947, the son of Alden and Junette (Carey). He worked as a lineman for General Motors for 30 years before retiring in 1997. Richard was a member of UAW Local 652. He enjoyed camping, fishing, and dabbled in woodworking in his earlier years. Richard had a passion for traveling with his wife, playing with his grandchildren, and sneaking in a nap from time to time.
Richard is survived by his wife of 44 years, Karan Ream; children, Richard (Gina) Holben of Clarkston, Lisa (David Kirklen) Ream of Lansing, Jill (Shawn Abbe) Holben of Eaton Rapids, Scott (Darla) Ream of Lansing, Jason (Beth) Holben of DeWitt; 16 grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; sister, Betty Jo (Tom) Stanger of GA. He was preceded in death by his parents.
A Celebration of Life will take place at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 25, 2022, at the Mills Funeral Home, Shelly-Odell Chapel in Eaton Rapids. Visitation will be the hour before the Celebration. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project. To leave condolences for the family, please visit our website, www.millsfuneral.com.
Posted by Design | June 16, 2022
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