Obituaries
Loy L. Nash
Loy L. Nash, age 78, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, October 6, 2021. He was born April 18, 1943, in Eaton Rapids, the son of Alfred and Doris (Hudson) Nash. Soon after high school, Loy enlisted in the United States Navy where he honorably served his country. On June 3, 1966, he married the love of his life, Veronica Anne Shumaker, at the Oneida Gospel Church. Family meant everything to Loy. He cherished his children and grandchildren. Loy enjoyed riding motorcycles, woodworking, fishing, and reading. He was a devoted member of South Church in Lansing, where he ran the sound board for many years.
Loy is survived by his wife of 55 years, Veronica; children, Wyatt (Rebecca) Nash of Reston, Virginia, Nadine (John) Isabell of Pottstown, Pennsylvania; son-in-law, Chris Boyd; grandchildren, Ashton Nash, Adrianna (Nick) Chipchase, Louis, Matthew, Noah, and Isaac Isabell, Sean Weaver; great-grandchildren, Jack and Olive Chipchase; brother, Lowel (Patricia) Nash; special family members, Angelica Barfield, Rosanna Freeman, and the Kevin Smith family.
He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Sally Anne Boyd; and Michelle Smith.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 9, 2021, at 3 p.m. at the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home. The family received friends on Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will take place at West Carmel Cemetery.
Those desiring may make contributions in Loy’s memory to the American Diabetes Association online at diabetes.org.
To view Loy’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit burkhead-green-kilgo.com.
Anthony T. Burgess
Anthony Tyler Burgess, age 27, of Charlotte, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 5, 2021. He was born November 18, 1993, in Alma, Mich., the son of Todd and Karin (Goodwin) Burgess. Anthony cherished his family. He enjoyed spending time together with them every opportunity he had. He shared an extra special bond with his sisters, Brittiany and Ciara, who will miss him greatly. Anthony enjoyed riding dirt bikes and hanging out with his friends. As a talented artist, he loved to draw. Anthony loved working together and spending time with his Pop-Pop Bud throughout his life.
Anthony is survived by his children: Savannah Burgess, Jaxson Burgess; father, Todd (Tina) Burgess; mother, Karin (Goodwin) Burgess; siblings, Brittiany (Ethan) Smerdon, Ciara Lawens, Bailey Lawens; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
A memorial gathering will be held on Saturday, October 9, 2021 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home, 206 W Lawrence Ave., Charlotte, Mich.
Those desiring, may make contributions in Anthony’s memory to the family.
To view Anthony’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit burkhead-green-kilgo.com.
Shirley E. Rosborough
Shirley E. (Goodwin) Rosborough, born in Wichita, Kan. September 17, 1929, to John and Martha Ellen (White) Goodwin, passed away September 29, 2021, with her daughter at her side.
A former resident of Potterville and at her retirement from OI (Charlotte) moving to their cottage at Lake Isabella. She spent the last few years at Masonic Pathways in Alma.
Gone before her, her husband of 66 years, Bob; her siblings, two sisters, three brothers, three brothers-in-law, two sisters-in-law; and three nephews.
She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, and a son. She was proud of being Grandma to two grandchildren, and Nana to the extended Mishler clan, five great-grandkids and four great-great-granddaughters. She is survived also by one sister-in-law; and several nephews and nieces.
There are not enough words to thank everyone at Masonic Pathways and Heartland Hospice. They gave her care, concern, and the dignity she deserved. They made this journey easier for Mom, and without their dedicated care, this would have been more difficult for me. It will never be forgotten.
Cremation has taken place. A private celebration of her life will be held later. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Heartland Hospice (Mt. Pleasant) in her name.
Merle W. Oliver
Merle Wayne Oliver, of Charlotte, formerly of Eaton Rapids, passed away September 29, 2021, at the age of 94. Merle was born in West Liberty, Ill., June 28, 1927, the son of Harold and Fannie (Buchanan) Oliver. At the age 17, he enlisted in the US Navy where he would proudly served during WWII for six years. After retiring from the Navy, he went on to enlist with the Army National Guard in Lansing as a Supply Sergeant where he worked for 21 years before retiring. Merle was also a school bus driver in Eaton Rapids, a hobby farmer, and a member of the First United Methodist Church in Eaton Rapids. He enjoyed playing golf, square dancing, watching horse races and was a huge Michigan fan.
Merle is survived by his wife of 73 years, Barbara Oliver; son, Gary (Yolanda) Oliver of DeWitt; daughters, Sue Oliver of Eaton Rapids and Sheryl Oliver of Eaton Rapids; grandchildren, Eric Cervantes, Stacy (Travis) Lemon, Jayme (Jesse) Lawton, Angela Oliver, Robert (Mary) Oliver, Meagan (Randy) McLouth, Sara (Jeremy) Latham, Joshua (Rebecca) Oliver; 11 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; sister-in-law, Carol Oliver; brother-in-law, Jim Aldrich. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Sunie Oliver; siblings, Ted Oliver, Marian Jessup, Betty Dunevant, Ellen “Cricket” Aldrich.
Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday October 9, 2021, at the First United Methodist Church, 600 S. Main St., Eaton Rapids, Mich. A light reception will follow the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the church. Arrangements were entrusted to the Mills Funeral Home, Shelly-Odell Chapel in Eaton Rapids. To leave online condolences for the family, please visit their website, millsfuneral.com.
Patricia A. Payne
Patricia Ann Payne, age 83, passed away on Wednesday, September 29, 2021, at MidMichigan Medical Center in West Branch, Mich. She was born on January 24, 1938, in Greenville, Mich. to LD and Mildred (Haner) Baldwin. Patricia lived in Rose City, Mich. for the last two years, formerly of Eaton Rapids, Mich. On November 14, 1958, she married John Payne in Lansing, Mich. Patricia was a member of the First Baptist Church in Bellevue, Mich. when she lived in Eaton Rapids. She was attending Fresh Start Ministries Church in West Branch. Over the years she enjoyed making many kinds of crafts, including crocheting, cross stitching, tole painting and card making. She loved Jesus and her family and showed it in many ways. Patricia could make anyone feel comfortable and loved. Patricia is survived by her loving husband of almost 63 years, John Payne of Rose City; daughters, Barbara (Jeffrey) Morse of Rose City and Susan (Douglas) Sherman of Eaton Rapids; six grandchildren, five great grandchildren; and sister, Carol Gooder of Bellevue, Mich. She is preceded in death by her parents. A celebration of life for Patricia will be held later. Condolences can be mailed to The Payne Family, PO Box 83, Rose City, MI 48654 or shared online at steuernolmclaren.com Arrangements were handled by Steuernol & McLaren Funeral Home in Rose City, Michigan.