Obituaries
Kim Marie Workman
Kim Marie Workman of Eaton Rapids, MI, passed away on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at the age of 68.
Kim was born on July 17, 1957, in Eaton Rapids, the daughter of Charles “Max” and Patrica (Wright) Butler. She grew up in Eaton Rapids and graduated with the class of 1974. Kim began her career at General Motors, where she worked for 13 years before taking a buyout in 1989. Over the years, she held several positions she truly enjoyed, including delivering flowers for Belfiori’s Flower Shop, working at Michigan State University and Dowding Industries, and serving as head of housekeeping at Dusty’s English Inn.
Kim loved the outdoors and never missed a chance to bask in the sunshine. She enjoyed fishing, almost as much as she enjoyed eating her catch, and loved trips to the casino, especially visits to Las Vegas. A lifelong music lover, a passion she inherited from her father, Kim delighted in going to concerts with her daughters and collecting vinyl records.
Kim was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband of 45 years, James Workman; daughters, Michelle (Ryan) McMaster and Amanda Workman; sons, Jim (Marcia) Workman, Scott Workman; grandchildren, Corbin McMaster, Jordan Church, Sabrina Workman, and Lakota Fradette; sister, Kelly Butler; nephew, Brandon (Erin) Butler; great-niece and nephew, Brandon and Charlotte Butler; as well as numerous cousins, aunts, uncles, extended family members, and friends.
No services will be held for Kim. To share memories or leave condolences, please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHomes.com.
Steven Eugene Wolf
Steven Eugene Wolf of Eaton Rapids, passed away August 14, 2025, at the age of 75. Steve was born in Eaton Rapids, Michigan on September 25, 1949, the son of Edwin and Marilyn (Keesler) Wolf. He was a loyal member of The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Leslie, Michigan. Steve has a love of airplanes and tractors, and at one time held a pilot’s license. He loved music and dancing with his granddaughters. Steve was known for smoking some of the best salmon his family and friends had ever tasted. Not only was he a loving family man, he was a quiet, humble and peaceful person. Steve will always be remembered for his soft smile, gentle nature, and his mustache.
He is survived by his wife, Diane Wolf of Eaton Rapids; children, Gary (Edith) Wolf of Mississippi, Lindsay Wolf of Okemos, Amanda Wolf of Indiana, Tracie (Trent) Guild of East Lansing; grandchildren, Jedadiah, Olyvia, Rachel, McKayla and Michael. Steve was preceded in death by his parents, Edwin and Marilyn; siblings, Sheila Day, Samuel Wolf, Sanford Wolf; children, Kari Wells and James Wolf.
A Memorial Service will be held at The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 4861 S. Hull Rd, Leslie MI 49251, on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. Arrangements were entrusted to the Mills Funeral Home, Shelly-Odell Chapel in Eaton Rapids. To leave condolences for the family, visit our website www.millsfuneral.com.
James Walter Whittum
James Walter Whittum of Springport, MI, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at the age of 78.
Jim was born on March 26, 1947, in Brookfield Township, the son of Horace and Hildred (Harkness) Whittum. He grew up in Eaton Rapids and graduated with the Class of 1965. Soon after, Jim was drafted into the United States Army, where he served honorably during the Vietnam War.
Following his military service, Jim returned home to work in the family business, Whittum Gravel, eventually becoming an owner and operating the company. Later in his career, he worked for Central Transport, ANR Freight, and Ayers Basement Systems, retiring in 2012.
Jim was an avid bowler and golfer, spending many seasons in leagues at Duck Lake Country Club. He loved to travel across the United States and through Northern Michigan; often setting out without a fixed destination, simply to enjoy the open road. Jim was a NASCAR enthusiast and proud member of the Springport VFW Post 6056.
He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Diana (Flower) Whittum; sons, Jim Whittum (Kim) and Jeremy Whittum; stepdaughters, Sarah (Tye) Buckland, Hannah (Brian) Gray; 12 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; brother, Tom Whittum; and many extended family members and friends.
In accordance with Jim’s wishes, no services are scheduled at this time. To share memories or leave condolences, please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHomes.com.
Richard Teel
Richard “Dick” Teel, a remarkable man whose kindness, integrity, and faith touched everyone around him, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at the age of 96.
Born on May 31, 1929, in a farmhouse in Michigan’s rural thumb region, Dick was lovingly raised by his maternal grandparents, Annie and Warren. During his senior year of high school, he met the love of his life, JoAnn O’Mara. They married in 1952 and shared 47 wonderful years together until her passing in 1999.
With a high school education, a strong work ethic, and unwavering honesty, Dick built an extraordinary career. He began at General Electric in Detroit, then followed his dream of self-employment by purchasing a furniture store in Eaton Rapids, eventually expanding it to seven locations across Michigan. Later, he found success in real estate, both selling and developing properties; most notably The Irish Downs Subdivision in Eaton Rapids, which remains a lasting testament to his vision and determination.
Through every accomplishment, Dick’s priorities were always faith and family. He and JoAnn raised three children: Mary Jo Teel, Barb (Russ) Cooper, and Rick (Becky) Teel. His greatest joy came from his grandchildren, Annie (Ryan) Luoma, Luke (Brittney) Penskar, Molly (Nick) Ranns, and Kellen (Justin) Teel; and his eight great-grandchildren: Dexter and Calvin Luoma, Wesley and Emily Penskar, Silas and Fiona Ranns, and Kenley and Kaiyah Teel.
Known for his generosity, Dick quietly lent a helping hand to countless people over the years, often without seeking recognition. He believed deeply in second chances, the value of hard work, the beauty of a simple life, and the power of prayer. His legacy of love and service will be cherished forever by his family and friends.
A Funeral Mass was held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at St. Peter Catholic Church in Eaton Rapids. The family will receive friends at Skinner Funeral Home on Tuesday from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., with a rosary at 7:30 p.m. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to St. Peter Catholic Church in memory of Dick. To share memories or leave online condolences, please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHomes.com.
Yvonee Jeanne Pratt Seavolt
Yvonne Jeanne Pratt Seavolt, born April 21, 1943, passed away on Friday, August 15, 2025 at the age of 82.
Yvonne was born in Jackson, the daughter of Clinton D. and Mabelle Naomi (Pittinger) Pratt. On April 29, 1960, Yvonne married Ronald Norman Seavolt, and they just celebrated their 65th anniversary. The two raised their family of three children in Charlotte.
Yvonne was mainly a stay home housewife and mother. She was an Aide at Washington Elementary when her kids were little. Yvonne also worked at the Old Fashioned Parlor and the Charlotte Chamber of Commerce. She was a longtime volunteer at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, now UMH Sparrow Eaton Hospital. She also volunteered helping Eaton Community Hospice, now Eaton County Palliative Care with their fundraisers, and Relay For Life supporting other people with cancer. She was very proud to serve as the Charlotte Frontier Days Grand Marshal and one year as the General Chairperson.
Yvonne is survived by her three kids, Shelly (Rob) Rasmussen, Jeff (Donna) Seavolt, LeVon M. “Von” Seavolt; grandchildren, Jennifer (Chris) Smith, Savanna (Alex Reid) Seavolt, Selina, Breanna (Austin Zank) Seavolt-Zank; great-grandchildren, Markelle Smith, Makala (Nolan) Coolidge, Damien Dunavant, and Amelia Reid; and great-great grandchild, Hadley. Yvonne also has three heavenly grandchildren, Mark Rasmussen, Shaun Rasmussen, and TJ Seavolt who welcomed her with open arms.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ron who passed away on May 23, 2025; grandson’s Mark and Shaun and TJ; sister, Leilani; and her brother, Clinton Joseph “Joey” Pratt.
Friends and family are encouraged to support Yvonne’s family by attending a visitation and informal food reception from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Sunday, August 24, 2025, at Pray Funeral Home Gardens, Charlotte. A private burial will take place next to her husband, Ron at Center Eaton Cemetery, Charlotte.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Eaton Community Palliative Care. You can share memories on her tribute page at www.prayfuneral.com. The family is in care of Pray Funeral Home.
Mary Agnes Hill
Mary Agnes Hill, 90, of Beaverton, Michigan, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2025. Mary was born April 2, 1935 in South Boston, Massachusetts to Joseph and Mary Hegarty. Mary spent most of her life as a homemaker and as a devoted member of the Catholic Church. In her spare time she enjoyed the simple things in life such as tending to her beautiful gardens near the lakeside, thrift shopping, trying out new crafts, and spending time with her family. She was extremely proud of her Irish heritage and was one of 13 children. She married the love of her life Dale Hill, a farmboy sailor from Michigan that she met at the ports in South Boston. The two married in South Boston on June 25, 1954. After getting married and raising four children, Mary decided to return to school to finally receive her high school diploma. At the age of 35, she graduated from Charlotte High School. Mary worked at Olivet College as a cook. Although, the ongoing family joke was that she could never really cook, but she loved to bake. She was always a woman of strong beliefs and will, which is something she passed to all her children and grandchildren. Mary always told her grandchildren “one day you will inherit the family jewels.” We never were quite sure what that meant at the time, but we now believe “the jewels” are the super power to persevere through all adversities. Mary will be remembered for her laughter, her inability to pass up a good deal, her strength, and her strong Boston accent.
Mary was preceded in death by her husband of 45 years Dale Hill; close friend Walter Skotynsky; and grandchild Kelly Stegenga. Mary is survived by her four children, Sandra (Keith) Moss, Keith (Louann) Hill, Kathy Grabenstein, Kurt (Leah) Hill; and grandchildren, Cameron (Rachael) Bulock, Jeannie (Chris) Tucker, Ian (Kim) Hasper, James (Jennifer) Stegenga, Teddy (Jack) Jaquette, Gretchen McLaughlin, Scooter Hill; and great-grandchildren Alexandria Tucker, Jordan Stegenga, Jules Stegenga, Hailey Bulock, Brett Bulock, Oliver Hasper, and Arthur Jaquette.
An intimate family service will be held in the near future. Arrangements entrusted to Vickers Leslie Funeral Home, PO Box 503, Leslie, MI 49251. 517-878-6600.
Susan Ann Hine
Susan Ann Hine, 82 of Charlotte, Michigan passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 15, 2025, with her children by her side. Susan was born on July 20, 1943, to Paul and Mary Jones in Hancock County, Indiana.
Susan was the middle child of three brothers and one sister. She grew up on her family farm in Pendleton, Indiana where she was actively involved in 4H. Susan graduated from Hancock Central High School, where she met Steve Hine. They married in June of 1962. Their marriage of 60 years was something to be adored, built on love and faith. Not only was Susan a loving wife, but also a dedicated stay-at-home mother who poured her heart into raising her children. Susan and Steve have two adored children, Cindy (Butch) Cook and Doug (Nicole) Hine. Additionally, they have four cherished grandchildren, Brock Cook, Stephanie (Rob) Petre, Dakoda (Abby) Hine, and Kaden Hine. They all fondly refer to her as “Gubbies”. Susan enjoyed traveling, shopping, cooking and mostly spending time with her family and friends.
Susan is survived by her children; grandchildren; brother Jerry Jones; sisters-in-law; and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Jay Jones and Junior Jones; sister, Marge Beyers; brother-in-law, Joe Beyers; and her loving husband, Steve Hine.
A visitation was held on Monday August 18, 2025, from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte, Michigan. An additional visitation was held at Stillinger Family Funeral Home in Greenfield, Indiana on Wednesday August 20, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. with a funeral service to follow at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association and the Alliance to Cure Cavernous Malformations.
The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to the staff at The Haven and of Heart-to-Heart Hospice for their loving care of Susan over the past two years.
In Heaven’s peace they now reside, Gubbies and Papaw, side by side.
Marian Marie Arendash
Marian Marie Arendash, a hard worker with a quiet temperament and sweet smile, passed away on August 16, 2025. Marian, 91, of Charlotte was born June 27, 1934 in Ionia County. She was the daughter of Elva (Peggy) Burton, who passed when she was three. Marian was raised by her maternal grandmother, Marie Larsen. Marian was a graduate of Ionia High School. In 1959 she married Luke Paul Arendash and in 1984 they moved from Gladstone to Charlotte. Marian was the wife of a Michigan State Trooper, a dedicated homemaker and worked as a medical transcriptionist while living in Gladstone and at Hayes Green Beach Hospital in Charlotte.
Marian loved reading, bird watching, baking brownies and pies, and physical fitness. She was always out walking, and her winters were spent traveling to Arizona and Florida. She was very devoted to her family and to her Catholic faith. Above all she was most proud of her family.
Marian is survived by her husband of 66 years Luke; daughter, Teresa (Richard) Znidarsic, Luke (Kathy) Arendash; grandchildren, Erin (Spencer Jackson) Verscheure, Justin Verscheure, and Mary Beth (Kyle) Arendash. She was preceded in death by her grandmother; parents; and brother, Larry Burton.
Friends are welcome to support Marian’s family by attending services or sharing memories on her Tribute Page at www.prayfuneral.com. A Rosary service took place on Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church in Charlotte followed by a visitation from 10-11 a.m. Funeral services were Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 11 a.m., at St. Mary Catholic Church in Charlotte with Rev. Fr. Dwight Ezop officiating. Interment will follow at Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta. If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to St. Mary Catholic Church, Advisa Care Hospice, or Sensations Memory Care. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.
Linda Diane Loveless
Linda Diane Loveless, age 72 of Charlotte, Michigan, formerly of Charlevoix, Michigan, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2025 in Lansing, Michigan after a short battle with cancer. Linda was born on May 4, 1953 to Ward and Barb (Wyble) Loveless. Linda graduated from Olivet High School with the Class of 1971.
Throughout her life, she displayed a remarkable talent and passion for working with her hands, particularly in woodworking and painting. Her journey through life was spent serving others with her talents. She spent countless hours helping family and friends with interior painting and house projects, ensuring the project met the high standard she held for herself and her work.
Linda loved all of her family and especially cherished her role as aunt and godmother. She truly enjoyed time with family whether it be making fudge during the holidays, mushrooming in the Spring or camping and fishing in Canada in the summer.
She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
Linda is survived by her three siblings, Larry (Julie) Loveless, Lori Sedlar, and Lyle Loveless; nieces and nephews, Terry (Sally) Sedlar, Chad (Jennifer) Loveless, Marcus Loveless, Kassi (Nich) Dennany, Brad Hoeve, Jason (Christy) Becker; great nieces and nephews, Damien Loveless, Mycaela (Rylan) Ducheney, Tori Sedlar; great-great niece, Presley Ducheney; and many friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Ward and Barb Loveless; paternal grandparents, Forest and Bernice Loveless, and maternal grandparents, Clayton and Goldie Wyble.
A graveside memorial with family was held at Bosworth Cemetery in Olivet on Sunday, August 17, 2025.
Memorial contributions in Linda’s memory may be made to Hospice of Lansing, 3411 Stoneleigh Dr. Lansing, MI. 48910.
To view Linda’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.
Jeffry Todd Lundeen
Jeffry Todd Lundeen, age 62, of Central Lake, MI, formerly of Charlotte, MI, was called home by our Lord on Friday, August 8, 2025. He passed at home with his loving mother at his side.
He “Went All In” while playing his final hand and got busted on the river with cancer and he was a warrior until the very end.
Jeff was born on July 16, 1963; one of two sons to William (Bill) and Cecelia (Osborne) Lundeen. He graduated from Charlotte High School in 1981 where he played on the varsity golf team and finished tied fourth in his class with a GPA of 3.98. Jeff then enrolled in the Professional Golf Management Program at Ferris State University where he graduated in 1986 with a B.S. degree in business (PGM/Marketing) and was a member of the PGA.
Jeff was employed as an assistant golf pro over the next 20 plus years at the Legend/Summit and Cedar River golf courses at Shanty Creek in Bellaire, MI and had a golf club repair business on the side. After having his fill of pay cutting shenanigans, Jeff got out of the golf business and went to work for the Village of Central Lake DPW, for the last 13 years, until his retirement this past April 2025.
Jeff had a special bond with his collies: Milo and Remi. He loved the outdoors; morel hunting, hunting, especially bow hunting deer, ice fishing, trout fishing, rock hunting on Lake Superior, and treasure hunting via his metal detector. He enjoyed the Lundeen’s annual bowhunting and trout fishing camps. Jeff was an excellent woodworker and enjoyed playing cards; Poker and Peanuts, playing golf, shooting pool, bowling, working crossword puzzles, playing Scrabble and was a whiz at trivia games. He enjoyed watching MSU sports, NCAA tourney, Detroit Tigers and Lions.
Jeff is preceded in death by his father Willam “Bill” Lundeen. He is survived by his mother Cecelia Lundeen of Clare, MI; brother Ron (Cheryl) Lundeen of Manton, MI; nephew Mark Lundeen of Branch, MI; niece Courtney (Jimmy) Winkleblack; and great-niece Lucy Lundeen of Holland, MI; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
Special thanks to the visiting Hospice nurses for the care they provided. Additionally, Jeff’s family wishes to thank Jeff’s friend, Chris Duff, for his unwavering support during Jeff’s final hours.
Per Jeff’s request, cremation has taken place at Mortensen Funeral Home. No services will be held at this time. His family will be discussing the best ways to honor Jeff’s wishes for his final resting place.