Obituaries
Sue Bowen
Sue Ellen Bowen, a caring and loving mother, grandmother, and friend, 79, of Charlotte, died peacefully on Thursday, June 30, 2022, after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. Sue was born January 23, 1943, in Lansing, the daughter of Welton and Marguerite (Goyt) Davis. Sue married the love of her life, Larry Bowen on April 6, 1960, and the two started their family. She worked at Arnold’s Pharmacy in Charlotte, but devoted most of her life to the love and care of her children and grandchildren and the many camping trips South, North, and to Cedar Point. The Senior Center in Charlotte and surrounding B!NGO halls sure are going to miss Sue. She would travel across the state and on some occasions into Canada to play B!NGO. Sue was a huge fan of B!NGO, and enjoyed her time playing. She loved eating out at different restaurants. Sue also bowled in a Tuesday night women’s league at Char Lanes, she enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren by her pool, wintering in Ruskin, Florida, and browsing through flea markets. Throughout her lifetime Sue was very faithful, she devoted her life to the Lord. She was a longtime member of the Charlotte Assembly of God. Above all Sue loved her family and the memories that they created over the years.
Sue is survived by her sons, Kevin (Lori) Bowen of Charlotte and Kraig (Lisa) Bowen of Charlotte; daughter, Kelli Bowen-Kelley of Vermontville; grandchildren, Kalyn Schneckenberger, Ryan Schneckenberger, Shantell Bowen, Dustin Bowen, Shance Bowen, Kaileb Bowen; great-granddaughter, Kinsli Rae Bowen; siblings, Terry (Lloyde) Davis, and Bob (Sherrie) Davis; brothers-in-law, Mel (Judy) Bowen, and Mike (Patty) Bowen; sister-in-law, Bonita (Gary) Bowen; numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members; special friend, Tina Hart; and many other longtime friends.
She was predeceased by her husband of 48 years, Larry; son-in-law, Kyle Kelley; parents; step-father, Bob “Barney” Barnhart; mother and father-in-law, Richard (Lupe) Bowen and Doris Watkins; brother, Lee Davis; and sister-in-law, Anna Davis.
Friends are encouraged to support Sue’s family by attending services or sharing memories on her Tribute Page at www.prayfuneral.com. Funeral services will be Thursday, July 14, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at the Charlotte Assembly of God Church with Pastor Shane Bryant officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Interment will be at Chapel Hill Cemetery, Lansing, MI. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.prayfuneral.com. The funeral will be webcast so you may watch it from any computer, smartphone, or mobile device that has internet access. Go to www.prayfuneral.com, click on Sue’s tribute, then click on Photos and Videos from your computer (or Media from your smart phone). If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to The Charlotte Assembly of God or the Senior Center. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.
David Slocum
David Earl Slocum, 72, of Dowling, formerly of Charlotte, Michigan, died February 3, 2022. David was born February 22, 1949, in Lansing, Michigan, to Kenneth R. and Esther Mae (Hunt) Slocum.
David is survived by his wife, Caroline Elaine (Felder) Slocum; son, David (Shannon) Slocum II; daughter, Victoria (Dan) Alt; daughter-in-law, Rachel Slocum; ten grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sister, Tyann (Bob) Drake; brother, Jerry Slocum; and many special nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents; son, Robert Slocum; and his brothers, Robert Burman and Kevin Slocum.
A Memorial Service with Military Honors will be held on Saturday, July 16, 2022, at 2 p.m., at Pray Funeral Home Gardens. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home.
Leland Williamson
Leland Howard Williamson, age 88, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully at Hospice House of Mid-Michigan in Lansing. He was born at the family farm in rural Vermontville on July 12, 1933, the son of Merrell and Erma (VanDeventer) Williamson. Lee graduated from Charlotte High School in 1951. He then went on to honorably serve his country in the United States Army. Lee worked his entire career as a rural letter carrier with the United States Post Office, retiring after 30 years of service. After his retirement he enjoyed spending time at his home on Lake Hartwell in South Carolina. Lee’s other passions were golfing and fishing. He loved golfing and especially enjoyed spending time on the links with his brother, Neil. Lee was also a huge MSU fan and enjoyed watching their games whenever possible.
Lee is survived by his children, Randy (Carey) Williamson of Dorr, Cindy (Michael Wright) Boehmer of Eaton Rapids, Steve (Stephanie Hahn) Williamson of Port Orchard, Washington, Tim (Sue) Peterson of Lansing, Brian (Karen Liebeck) Williamson of Jackson, Brad Williamson of Florida; 13 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren; and brother, Neil (Sandra) Williamson of Charlotte.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Yvonne; grandson, Travis Peterson; daughter-in-law, Ann Williamson; and brother, Gayland Williamson.
Funeral services were held on Tuesday, July 5, 2022, at the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home. Burial took place at Perry Cemetery in Brookfield Township.
Those desiring may make contributions in Lee’s memory to City on a Hill Community Church, 206 N. Main St., Olivet, MI 49076.
To view Lee’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.burkhead-green-kilgo.com.
David Dickinson
David Allen Dickinson, 84, of Greenville, South Carolina passed away on June 9, 2022.
David is survived by his wife of 62 years, Mary Ann; his three children, Beth (Brent) Honshell, Dave (Ellen) Dickinson, and Steve (Cindy) Dickinson; his nine grandchildren and their spouses; and nine great-grandchildren.
David was seriously and actively involved in the churches he and his family attended throughout his life. His passion for his faith and his love for the body of Christ was evident in all that he did. He led youth groups, was active in music ministry, was often a deacon and taught adult Sunday School for 65 years.
David (Mr. D) retired from Charlotte Publich Schools (Charlotte, Michigan) in 1997 after 38 years of teaching English. He loved teaching, his coworkers and his students, many of whom describe him as a teacher who was always kind and who saw more in them than their academic achievements.
David’s love for his family, church and his students was based in his deep faith in God. He lived his life serving others with his time, talents and money. He leaves a legacy of kindness, integrity and generosity.
A memorial service for David will be held at Hampton Park Baptist Church, Greenville, South Carolina on July 16, 2022 at 10:00 a.m.
Mary Stadel
Mary Ethel Stadel, 74, of Bellevue, died unexpectedly on Thursday, June 30, 2022, just three months after her husband Norman. Mary was born October 1, 1947, in Charlotte, MI, the daughter of William and Ida (Hall) French Sr. She was known for being a mother to her younger siblings, and her many cousins. Mary attended Olivet High School and graduated in 1966. Soon after graduating from high school, she married the love of her life, Norman Stadel and together they began their family living on the family farm. Mary worked for Michigan Magnetics and Carefree, but she primarily worked as a homemaker. Every spring Mary could be found preparing her garden for the summer. She would then be busy canning her harvest from the year. Other hobbies that Mary enjoyed were reading, doing puzzles, Dominos with her sister, Charlotte, knitting, and crocheting. She made many kids clothes for her children and friends.
Mary is survived by her children, Donna Robinson, Norman (Vanessa Jeffers) Stadel, Jr., Debra (Daniel) Glasscock, and Michael (Spring) Stadel; ten grandchildren; one great-grandchild; siblings, Charlotte Donaldson, Georgia Farr, Ruth French, Wilma Ketchum, Chuck French, Marty French, Sr., Rick French, and Bill French, Jr.; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Norman; brother-in-law, Tom Donaldson; her parents, and parents-in-law.
Friends are encouraged to support Mary’s family by attending services or sharing memories on her Tribute Page at www.prayfuneral.com. Funeral services were Friday, July 8, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Visitation was held just prior from 12 noon until 2:00 p.m. If desired, please plant a tree or hang a bird feeder in memory of Mary. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.